Handycam® Handbook
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...Easy Handycam operation) ......... 20 Recording 23 Zooming 25 Recording sound with more presence (5.1ch surround recording) (DCR-SR200/SR300 25 Using the flash (DCR-SR200/ SR300 26 Capturing high quality still images during movie recording (Dual Rec) (DCR-SR200/SR300 26...category 49 Formatting the hard disk or the "Memory Stick Duo 49 Checking the hard disk information 50 Preventing data on the hard disk of Contents Read this before operating your camcorder 2 Notes on using the Hard Disk Drive Handycam 4 Subject examples and solutions ..... 7 Enjoying your camcorder Operation flow 8 ...
...Easy Handycam operation) ......... 20 Recording 23 Zooming 25 Recording sound with more presence (5.1ch surround recording) (DCR-SR200/SR300 25 Using the flash (DCR-SR200/ SR300 26 Capturing high quality still images during movie recording (Dual Rec) (DCR-SR200/SR300 26...category 49 Formatting the hard disk or the "Memory Stick Duo 49 Checking the hard disk information 50 Preventing data on the hard disk of Contents Read this before operating your camcorder 2 Notes on using the Hard Disk Drive Handycam 4 Subject examples and solutions ..... 7 Enjoying your camcorder Operation flow 8 ...
Handycam® Handbook
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the starting point for operations with your camcorder (HELP) Displays a description of the item (p. 10) Enjoying your camcorder Category B Categories and items of menus " HOME MENU" - Taking advantage of two types of the HOME MENU (CAMERA) category Item...HDD/MEMORY) category Item Page FORMAT* 49 FORMAT* 50 INFO 50 (SETTINGS) category To customize your camcorder OPTION" - For the items available in the (SETTINGS) category, see page 53. **DCR-SR200/SR300 9 " HOME" and " Enjoying your camcorder (p. 52)*. * You can also set these items during Easy Handycam operation (p. 20).
the starting point for operations with your camcorder (HELP) Displays a description of the item (p. 10) Enjoying your camcorder Category B Categories and items of menus " HOME MENU" - Taking advantage of two types of the HOME MENU (CAMERA) category Item...HDD/MEMORY) category Item Page FORMAT* 49 FORMAT* 50 INFO 50 (SETTINGS) category To customize your camcorder OPTION" - For the items available in the (SETTINGS) category, see page 53. **DCR-SR200/SR300 9 " HOME" and " Enjoying your camcorder (p. 52)*. * You can also set these items during Easy Handycam operation (p. 20).
Handycam® Handbook
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... you have the following items supplied with your camcorder. Handycam Handbook (This Handbook) Operating Guide (1) USB cable (1) (p. 46, 78, 81) 12 Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH40 (1) (p. 13, 112) (DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82) NP-FH60 (1) (p. 13, 112) (DCR-SR200/SR300) Handycam Station (1) (p. 13) A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 35, 45) CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software" (1) (p. 73) - Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied...
... you have the following items supplied with your camcorder. Handycam Handbook (This Handbook) Operating Guide (1) USB cable (1) (p. 46, 78, 81) 12 Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH40 (1) (p. 13, 112) (DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82) NP-FH60 (1) (p. 13, 112) (DCR-SR200/SR300) Handycam Station (1) (p. 13) A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 35, 45) CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software" (1) (p. 73) - Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied...
Handycam® Handbook
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...-FH100 Playback time* 125 165 270 615 DCR-SR300: Battery pack NP-FH50 NP-FH60 (supplied) NP-FH70 NP-FH100 Playback time* 120 160 255 590 * When the LCD backlight is not attached correctly. - The battery pack is on. b Notes • All times measured with your camcorder. 16 The battery pack is recommended... When attaching an optional video light, it is connected to OFF (CHG) and turn the POWER switch to the DC IN jack of your camcorder or the Handycam Station, even when the power cord is disconnected from the battery as long as the AC Adaptor is recommended that you use an NP...
...-FH100 Playback time* 125 165 270 615 DCR-SR300: Battery pack NP-FH50 NP-FH60 (supplied) NP-FH70 NP-FH100 Playback time* 120 160 255 590 * When the LCD backlight is not attached correctly. - The battery pack is on. b Notes • All times measured with your camcorder. 16 The battery pack is recommended... When attaching an optional video light, it is connected to OFF (CHG) and turn the POWER switch to the DC IN jack of your camcorder or the Handycam Station, even when the power cord is disconnected from the battery as long as the AC Adaptor is recommended that you use an NP...
Handycam® Handbook
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Open the lens cover (DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82) (p. 19) Recording movies 1 Turn the POWER switch G until the (Still) lamp lights up . 2 Press EASY A. appears on the LCD screen. 3 Press START/... can perform recording or playback operation without detailed settings. Recording still images Still images are recorded on the hard disk in the default setting. Recording/Playback Recording and playback with ease (Easy Handycam operation) Easy Handycam operation makes nearly all settings automatic so that you can change the recording media of still images to...
Open the lens cover (DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82) (p. 19) Recording movies 1 Turn the POWER switch G until the (Still) lamp lights up . 2 Press EASY A. appears on the LCD screen. 3 Press START/... can perform recording or playback operation without detailed settings. Recording still images Still images are recorded on the hard disk in the default setting. Recording/Playback Recording and playback with ease (Easy Handycam operation) Easy Handycam operation makes nearly all settings automatic so that you can change the recording media of still images to...
Handycam® Handbook
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Customizing your camcorder List of the (SETTINGS) category items MOVIE SETTINGS (p. 54) Items Page REC MODE 54 NIGHTSHOT LIGHT 54 WIDE SELECT*1 54 DIGITAL ZOOM 55 STEADYSHOT 55 ... SET/SUMMERTIME 63 LANGUAGE SET*4 63 GENERAL SET (p. 64) Items Page DEMO MODE 64 CALIBRATION 115 A.SHUT OFF 64 REMOTE CTRL*3 64 DROP SENSOR 64 *1 DCR-SR42 *2 DCR-SR200/SR300 *3 DCR-SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300 *4 You can set these items also during Easy Handycam operation (p. 20). *5 DCR-SR300 *6 [SOUND SETTINGS] (during Easy...
Customizing your camcorder List of the (SETTINGS) category items MOVIE SETTINGS (p. 54) Items Page REC MODE 54 NIGHTSHOT LIGHT 54 WIDE SELECT*1 54 DIGITAL ZOOM 55 STEADYSHOT 55 ... SET/SUMMERTIME 63 LANGUAGE SET*4 63 GENERAL SET (p. 64) Items Page DEMO MODE 64 CALIBRATION 115 A.SHUT OFF 64 REMOTE CTRL*3 64 DROP SENSOR 64 *1 DCR-SR42 *2 DCR-SR200/SR300 *3 DCR-SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300 *4 You can set these items also during Easy Handycam operation (p. 20). *5 DCR-SR300 *6 [SOUND SETTINGS] (during Easy...
Handycam® Handbook
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... compatible with your computer by a reliable manufacturer. If you use a different user account, the image that the Handycam Station is automatically saved on a DVD (DCR-SR200/SR300). Play them back on a computer. 1 Confirm that has already been saved to a DVD is written to...• The sound quality remains as listed below. Mainly used for additional compatibility information. When you save images recorded on the hard disk of your camcorder on a DVD in 5.1ch surround sound on more recordable capacity • Unrewritable • Rewritable and reusable • Rewritable ...
... compatible with your computer by a reliable manufacturer. If you use a different user account, the image that the Handycam Station is automatically saved on a DVD (DCR-SR200/SR300). Play them back on a computer. 1 Confirm that has already been saved to a DVD is written to...• The sound quality remains as listed below. Mainly used for additional compatibility information. When you save images recorded on the hard disk of your camcorder on a DVD in 5.1ch surround sound on more recordable capacity • Unrewritable • Rewritable and reusable • Rewritable ...
Handycam® Handbook
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This is because the power has been turned on the power again, or use the supplied Remote Commander (except for DCR-SR42). • Select a commander mode other than 12 hours. - [FOCUS] - [SPOT FOCUS] - [EXPOSURE] - [SPOT METER] - [SCENE SELECTION] - [WHITE ... MODE]*3 *1DCR-SR42 *2DCR-SR200/SR300 *3DCR-SR62/SR82 Your camcorder gets warm. • This is not a malfunction. Change the setting of your camcorder, the camcorder is automatically turned off . • When approximately 5 minutes have changed automatically. • During Easy Handycam operation, nearly all the menu items ...
This is because the power has been turned on the power again, or use the supplied Remote Commander (except for DCR-SR42). • Select a commander mode other than 12 hours. - [FOCUS] - [SPOT FOCUS] - [EXPOSURE] - [SPOT METER] - [SCENE SELECTION] - [WHITE ... MODE]*3 *1DCR-SR42 *2DCR-SR200/SR300 *3DCR-SR62/SR82 Your camcorder gets warm. • This is not a malfunction. Change the setting of your camcorder, the camcorder is automatically turned off . • When approximately 5 minutes have changed automatically. • During Easy Handycam operation, nearly all the menu items ...
Handycam® Handbook
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... delete on the Remote Commander (except for DCR-SR42)) (p. 19). If the problem persists, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet and contact your camcorder (p. 111). "Memory Stick Duo" You ... wall outlet properly. • The battery charge is completed (p. 13). • Set the camcorder onto the Handycam Station securely (p. 13). If the problem persists, replace the battery pack with a new one... Sony dealer. The CHG (charge) lamp flashes while the battery pack is being charged. • Turn the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) (p. 13). • Attach the battery pack to the camcorder...
... delete on the Remote Commander (except for DCR-SR42)) (p. 19). If the problem persists, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet and contact your camcorder (p. 111). "Memory Stick Duo" You ... wall outlet properly. • The battery charge is completed (p. 13). • Set the camcorder onto the Handycam Station securely (p. 13). If the problem persists, replace the battery pack with a new one... Sony dealer. The CHG (charge) lamp flashes while the battery pack is being charged. • Turn the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) (p. 13). • Attach the battery pack to the camcorder...
Handycam® Handbook
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...you keep applying vibration on the recording conditions. The subjects passing by the frame rapidly might appear crooked depending on the camcorder, recording may be used during Easy Handycam operation. Adjust the focus manually (p. 67). [STEADYSHOT] does not function. • Set [STEADYSHOT] to [ON]... the actual point that the recorded movie starts/stops. • On your camcorder is not correctly displayed. • Set the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch (DCRSR42/SR62/SR82) or NIGHTSHOT switch (DCR-SR200/SR300) to [AUTO] (p. 67). • The recording conditions are recording with...
...you keep applying vibration on the recording conditions. The subjects passing by the frame rapidly might appear crooked depending on the camcorder, recording may be used during Easy Handycam operation. Adjust the focus manually (p. 67). [STEADYSHOT] does not function. • Set [STEADYSHOT] to [ON]... the actual point that the recorded movie starts/stops. • On your camcorder is not correctly displayed. • Set the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch (DCRSR42/SR62/SR82) or NIGHTSHOT switch (DCR-SR200/SR300) to [AUTO] (p. 67). • The recording conditions are recording with...
Handycam® Handbook
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...output when you cannot record sounds during shooting (about 3 seconds) (DCR-SR200/SR300). The aspect ratio of the playback is not correct when connecting your camcorder to the TV. • Set [TV TYPE] depending on your camcorder Unable to edit. • There are no images recorded. •...the keyboard, the mouse, and the camcorder from the computer. • Disconnect the cable from the hard disk to a computer The computer does not recognize your camcorder. to a "Memory Stick Duo." • You cannot copy a movie from the computer and the Handycam Station, restart the computer, then ...
...output when you cannot record sounds during shooting (about 3 seconds) (DCR-SR200/SR300). The aspect ratio of the playback is not correct when connecting your camcorder to the TV. • Set [TV TYPE] depending on your camcorder Unable to edit. • There are no images recorded. •...the keyboard, the mouse, and the camcorder from the computer. • Disconnect the cable from the hard disk to a computer The computer does not recognize your camcorder. to a "Memory Stick Duo." • You cannot copy a movie from the computer and the Handycam Station, restart the computer, then ...
Operation Guide
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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
Operation Guide
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... if not installed and used with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR82 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR300 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. CAUTION You are cautioned that may cause harmful interference to ...and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that interference will not occur in order to comply with the Handycam Station Model DCRA-C171 and AC Adaptor Model AC-L200/L200B. Declaration of the FCC Rules. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, ...
... if not installed and used with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR82 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR300 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. CAUTION You are cautioned that may cause harmful interference to ...and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that interference will not occur in order to comply with the Handycam Station Model DCRA-C171 and AC Adaptor Model AC-L200/L200B. Declaration of the FCC Rules. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, ...
Operation Guide
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...; Before starting to record, test the recording function to a malfunction of your camcorder. Unauthorized recording of the camcorder may not be recognized, or recording or playback may damage the hard disk drive of the camcorder, recording media, etc. • TV color systems differ depending on a TV... the recovery of the camcorder using your recorded images on DCR-SR300. • The screenshots are based on external media. When the camcorder is connected to a computer • Do not try to format the hard disk of your camcorder • The hard disk of such materials may be...
...; Before starting to record, test the recording function to a malfunction of your camcorder. Unauthorized recording of the camcorder may not be recognized, or recording or playback may damage the hard disk drive of the camcorder, recording media, etc. • TV color systems differ depending on a TV... the recovery of the camcorder using your recorded images on DCR-SR300. • The screenshots are based on external media. When the camcorder is connected to a computer • Do not try to format the hard disk of your camcorder • The hard disk of such materials may be...
Operation Guide
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... that you have the following items supplied with your camcorder. AC Adaptor (1) (p.11) Power cord (1) (p.11) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (except for DCR-SR42) A button-type lithium battery is already installed. 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...
... that you have the following items supplied with your camcorder. AC Adaptor (1) (p.11) Power cord (1) (p.11) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (except for DCR-SR42) A button-type lithium battery is already installed. 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...
Operation Guide
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This may cause a malfunction. • Even if your camcorder or the Handycam Station, even when the power cord is disconnected from the wall outlet. POWER switch DC plug DC IN jack Open the jack cover Available running ....) DCR-SR200 DCR-SR300 Charging time 135 135 Recording time*1 Continuous recording time 115*2 120*3 95*2 100*3 Typical 55*2 45*2 recording time*4 60*3 50*3 Playback time*2 165 160 *1 When [REC MODE] is connected to the DC IN jack of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with any malfunction occurs while using your camcorder. •...
This may cause a malfunction. • Even if your camcorder or the Handycam Station, even when the power cord is disconnected from the wall outlet. POWER switch DC plug DC IN jack Open the jack cover Available running ....) DCR-SR200 DCR-SR300 Charging time 135 135 Recording time*1 Continuous recording time 115*2 120*3 95*2 100*3 Typical 55*2 45*2 recording time*4 60*3 50*3 Playback time*2 165 160 *1 When [REC MODE] is connected to the DC IN jack of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with any malfunction occurs while using your camcorder. •...
Operation Guide
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... to your camcorder, and do not remove the battery or AC Adaptor. • You can perform recording or playing back operation without detailed settings. Do not apply shock or vibration to 3 still images by Sony Corporation. You can check the free hard disk space by touching...the hard disk or "Memory Stick Duo." Do not shake or knock your camcorder is created automatically. • The maximum recordable time are followings (with recording mode [SP]); For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). • You can use some buttons/functions during movie recording (DCR-SR200/ SR300)....
... to your camcorder, and do not remove the battery or AC Adaptor. • You can perform recording or playing back operation without detailed settings. Do not apply shock or vibration to 3 still images by Sony Corporation. You can check the free hard disk space by touching...the hard disk or "Memory Stick Duo." Do not shake or knock your camcorder is created automatically. • The maximum recordable time are followings (with recording mode [SP]); For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). • You can use some buttons/functions during movie recording (DCR-SR200/ SR300)....
Operation Guide
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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. 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 the power zoom lever slightly for a slower zoom.
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. 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 the power zoom lever slightly for a slower zoom.
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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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...], [DST 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 situation...
...], [DST 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 situation...