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2-887-134-11(1) Operating Guide DCR-SR40/SR60/SR80 US Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can find more detailed information on 100% recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. Printed in Japan Also refer to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) By referring to use the camcorder. © 2006 Sony Corporation Printed on how to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) contained in the supplied CD-ROM, you can be found at our Customer Support Website.
2-887-134-11(1) Operating Guide DCR-SR40/SR60/SR80 US Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can find more detailed information on 100% recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. Printed in Japan Also refer to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) By referring to use the camcorder. © 2006 Sony Corporation Printed on how to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) contained in the supplied CD-ROM, you can be found at our Customer Support Website.
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... Telephone number: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR60, DCR-SR80 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Notes DCR-SR40, DCR-SR60 and DCR-SR80 are cautioned that any interference received, including interference that may call toll free 1-800-...harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any questions about this product, you . CAUTION Replace the battery with the Handycam Station Model DCRAC162 and AC Adaptor Model AC-L25A/L25B. and CANADA RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Lithium-Ion batteries are located ...
... Telephone number: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR60, DCR-SR80 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Notes DCR-SR40, DCR-SR60 and DCR-SR80 are cautioned that any interference received, including interference that may call toll free 1-800-...harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any questions about this product, you . CAUTION Replace the battery with the Handycam Station Model DCRAC162 and AC Adaptor Model AC-L25A/L25B. and CANADA RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Lithium-Ion batteries are located ...
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...are based on the model DCR-SR80. • The on the countries/regions. Save all your recorded image data • In the case of the camcorder, it difficult to your... camcorder. In addition to the camcorder. The scenes may damage the hard disk drive of the camcorder. It is recommended that you see. • The illustrations used for the contents of the camcorder may...formatting the camcorder, you need a NTSC system-based TV. • Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may not operate correctly. In case of the computer. *Refer to "Handycam Handbook" (...
...are based on the model DCR-SR80. • The on the countries/regions. Save all your recorded image data • In the case of the camcorder, it difficult to your... camcorder. In addition to the camcorder. The scenes may damage the hard disk drive of the camcorder. It is recommended that you see. • The illustrations used for the contents of the camcorder may...formatting the camcorder, you need a NTSC system-based TV. • Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may not operate correctly. In case of the computer. *Refer to "Handycam Handbook" (...
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... indicates the number of that you have following items supplied with your camcorder. Rechargeable battery pack NP-FP50 (1) (p.11) Power cord (1) (p.10) Handycam Station (1) (p.10) Lens Cap (1) (p.12) (DCR-SR40) To attach the lens cap A/V connecting cable (1) (p.20...the lens cap ring. "ImageMixer for HDD Camcorder" (Software) - CD-ROM (1) (p.21) - Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that item supplied. "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) 8 AC Adaptor (1) (p.10) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (DCR-SR60/SR80) A button-type lithium battery is ...
... indicates the number of that you have following items supplied with your camcorder. Rechargeable battery pack NP-FP50 (1) (p.11) Power cord (1) (p.10) Handycam Station (1) (p.10) Lens Cap (1) (p.12) (DCR-SR40) To attach the lens cap A/V connecting cable (1) (p.20...the lens cap ring. "ImageMixer for HDD Camcorder" (Software) - CD-ROM (1) (p.21) - Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that item supplied. "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) 8 AC Adaptor (1) (p.10) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (DCR-SR60/SR80) A button-type lithium battery is ...
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... + side facing up. 3 Insert the battery case back into the slit to pull out the battery case. 2 Place a new battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Tab WARNING Battery may present a risk of the Remote Commander 1 While pressing on the tab, inset your fingernail into the Remote ...Commander until it clicks. Getting Started On the Remote Commander (DCR-SR60/SR80) Using the Remote Commander for the first time Remove the insulation sheet before using the Remote Commander. Do not recharge, disassemble or ...
... + side facing up. 3 Insert the battery case back into the slit to pull out the battery case. 2 Place a new battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Tab WARNING Battery may present a risk of the Remote Commander 1 While pressing on the tab, inset your fingernail into the Remote ...Commander until it clicks. Getting Started On the Remote Commander (DCR-SR60/SR80) Using the Remote Commander for the first time Remove the insulation sheet before using the Remote Commander. Do not recharge, disassemble or ...
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...an easily accessible wall outlet close by removing the plug from the wall outlet. On the charging/recording/playback time • Times measured with the camcorder at 25°C (77°F). (10-30°C (50-86°F) is recommended.) • Available recording and playback time will be... • Connect the AC Adaptor to 240 V, 50/60 Hz range. Power supply You can use a fully charged battery pack. (Unit:min.) DCR-SR40 DCR-SR60/ SR80 Charging time 125 Recording time*1 Continuous 125 recording time Typical recording time*4 65 Playback time 140 125 100*2 105*3 55*2 55*3 115*2 ...
...an easily accessible wall outlet close by removing the plug from the wall outlet. On the charging/recording/playback time • Times measured with the camcorder at 25°C (77°F). (10-30°C (50-86°F) is recommended.) • Available recording and playback time will be... • Connect the AC Adaptor to 240 V, 50/60 Hz range. Power supply You can use a fully charged battery pack. (Unit:min.) DCR-SR40 DCR-SR60/ SR80 Charging time 125 Recording time*1 Continuous 125 recording time Typical recording time*4 65 Playback time 140 125 100*2 105*3 55*2 55*3 115*2 ...
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Step 4: Making setting adjustments before recording 2 180 degrees (max.) 1 2 Getting Started 1 90 degrees to the camcorder 2 90 degrees (max.) 3 16:9 (wide) 4:3 1 Open the LCD screen 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play (2). 2 Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow repeatedly until... • When you turn on (Still), the screen aspect ratio is changed to 4:3 automatically. 3 Press WIDE SELECT repeatedly to select the desired screen aspect ratio (DCR-SR60/SR80). 4 Fasten the grip belt and hold your camcorder correctly. 13
Step 4: Making setting adjustments before recording 2 180 degrees (max.) 1 2 Getting Started 1 90 degrees to the camcorder 2 90 degrees (max.) 3 16:9 (wide) 4:3 1 Open the LCD screen 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play (2). 2 Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow repeatedly until... • When you turn on (Still), the screen aspect ratio is changed to 4:3 automatically. 3 Press WIDE SELECT repeatedly to select the desired screen aspect ratio (DCR-SR60/SR80). 4 Fasten the grip belt and hold your camcorder correctly. 13
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... is still being written onto the hard disk. START/STOP B START/STOP A 60min REC 00:01:00 START/ STOP P-MENU [STBY] b [REC] PHOTO Beep 60min 1.0M FINE 123 Shutter click P-MENU Flashing b Lights up 1 1 Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the POWER switch (DCR-SR60/SR80). Movies Press START/STOP ... OFF (CHG) position. 2 Start recording. Press the green button only when the POWER switch is heard. Still Images Press PHOTO lightly to your camcorder, and do not remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor. • You cannot record movies and still images at the same time. • ...
... is still being written onto the hard disk. START/STOP B START/STOP A 60min REC 00:01:00 START/ STOP P-MENU [STBY] b [REC] PHOTO Beep 60min 1.0M FINE 123 Shutter click P-MENU Flashing b Lights up 1 1 Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the POWER switch (DCR-SR60/SR80). Movies Press START/STOP ... OFF (CHG) position. 2 Start recording. Press the green button only when the POWER switch is heard. Still Images Press PHOTO lightly to your camcorder, and do not remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor. • You cannot record movies and still images at the same time. • ...
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... running low. 8 Tripod receptacle (Bottom surface) To use zoom, move the power zoom lever. Parts and functions used for the camcorder Handycam Station Recording 1 NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch To record in dark places, set the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch to ON. ( and ["NIGHTSHOT PLUS"] appear.) 2 ...capacity for the battery or the hard disk of view T:Telephoto Close view 5 Built-in mirror mode, open the LCD screen 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it further for a slower zoom. LCD screen To record in stereo microphone Records sound. 6 Remote sensor (DCR-SR60/SR80) Receive the signal from ...
... running low. 8 Tripod receptacle (Bottom surface) To use zoom, move the power zoom lever. Parts and functions used for the camcorder Handycam Station Recording 1 NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch To record in dark places, set the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch to ON. ( and ["NIGHTSHOT PLUS"] appear.) 2 ...capacity for the battery or the hard disk of view T:Telephoto Close view 5 Built-in mirror mode, open the LCD screen 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it further for a slower zoom. LCD screen To record in stereo microphone Records sound. 6 Remote sensor (DCR-SR60/SR80) Receive the signal from ...
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... appears on the LCD screen. 3 Touch the portion you operate the POWER switch on your camcorder to display .. ql REMOTE jack (DCR-SR60/SR80) Connect other devices qj qk ql ....... wa Interface connector Connect with simple operation (Easy Handycam operation). qf RESET button To initialize the settings (Reset), press RESET to a computer. DVD BURN...
... appears on the LCD screen. 3 Touch the portion you operate the POWER switch on your camcorder to display .. ql REMOTE jack (DCR-SR60/SR80) Connect other devices qj qk ql ....... wa Interface connector Connect with simple operation (Easy Handycam operation). qf RESET button To initialize the settings (Reset), press RESET to a computer. DVD BURN...
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... INDEX button qk Previous/Next button ql Number of played back still images /Total number of recorded movies qg Previous/Next button P-MENU 8 Image size (DCR-SR60/SR80) 9 Quality ([FINE] / [STD]) q;
... INDEX button qk Previous/Next button ql Number of played back still images /Total number of recorded movies qg Previous/Next button P-MENU 8 Image size (DCR-SR60/SR80) 9 Quality ([FINE] / [STD]) q;
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... Selects whether to show a display such as a counter on the LCD screen or on the hard disk drive from the camcorder. Adjust a time difference without stopping the clock abroad. Selects the aspect ratio of an image ...DCR-SR60/SR80 *2 DCR-SR40 *3 [USB SELECT] appears automatically when your camcorder is connected to light up or down the setup items. A.SHUT OFF: Automatically turns off the camcorder when it is not operated. REMAINING: Selects whether to receive remote control signals or not. STANDARD SET REC MODE: Selects image quality of the hard disk drive...
... Selects whether to show a display such as a counter on the LCD screen or on the hard disk drive from the camcorder. Adjust a time difference without stopping the clock abroad. Selects the aspect ratio of an image ...DCR-SR60/SR80 *2 DCR-SR40 *3 [USB SELECT] appears automatically when your camcorder is connected to light up or down the setup items. A.SHUT OFF: Automatically turns off the camcorder when it is not operated. REMAINING: Selects whether to receive remote control signals or not. STANDARD SET REC MODE: Selects image quality of the hard disk drive...
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...of the lens. • Keep the POWER switch setting to OFF (CHG) when you are using your camcorder with a towel, for example, from rain or sea water. consult with a doctor immediately (DCR-SR60/SR80). • If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked, - wash off any further. • ... do not apply the cleaning liquid directly to the LCD screen. Sometimes this instruction manual. • Do not let your camcorder and have contacted your local authorized Sony service facility. - This is used in this malfunction cannot be repaired. - Precautions On use and care • Do ...
...of the lens. • Keep the POWER switch setting to OFF (CHG) when you are using your camcorder with a towel, for example, from rain or sea water. consult with a doctor immediately (DCR-SR60/SR80). • If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked, - wash off any further. • ... do not apply the cleaning liquid directly to the LCD screen. Sometimes this instruction manual. • Do not let your camcorder and have contacted your local authorized Sony service facility. - This is used in this malfunction cannot be repaired. - Precautions On use and care • Do ...
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Specifications System Video compression format MPEG2/JPEG (Still images) Hard Disk DCR-SR40/SR60 30 GB DCR-SR80 60 GB When measuring media capacity, 1GB equals 1 billion bytes, a portion of recording. *2 In 16:9 mode, the focal length figures are actual ... [AUTO], [ONE PUSH], [INDOOR] (3 200 K), [OUTDOOR] (5 800 K) Minimum illumination DCR-SR40 5 lx (lux) (F1.8) 0 lx (lux) (in the NightShot plus function) DCR-SR60/SR80 7 lx (lux) (F1.8) 0 lx (lux) (in this format can have additional information such as your camcorder's setting information at the time of which is a file format for data...
Specifications System Video compression format MPEG2/JPEG (Still images) Hard Disk DCR-SR40/SR60 30 GB DCR-SR80 60 GB When measuring media capacity, 1GB equals 1 billion bytes, a portion of recording. *2 In 16:9 mode, the focal length figures are actual ... [AUTO], [ONE PUSH], [INDOOR] (3 200 K), [OUTDOOR] (5 800 K) Minimum illumination DCR-SR40 5 lx (lux) (F1.8) 0 lx (lux) (in the NightShot plus function) DCR-SR60/SR80 7 lx (lux) (F1.8) 0 lx (lux) (in this format can have additional information such as your camcorder's setting information at the time of which is a file format for data...
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Handycam Station Input/Output connectors DCRA-C162 (DCR-SR40) Audio/Video output 10 pin connector Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms), unbalanced Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms), unbalanced Chrominance signal: 0.286 Vp... 6.9 cm (2.7 type, aspect ratio 16:9) Total number of pixels 123 200 (560 × 220) General Power requirements 7.2 V (battery pack) 8.4 V (AC Adaptor) Average power consumption DCR-SR40 2.2 W DCR-SR60/SR80 2.8 W Operating temperature 0°C to + 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Storage temperature -20°C to + 60°C (-4°F to + 140°F) 34 ...
Handycam Station Input/Output connectors DCRA-C162 (DCR-SR40) Audio/Video output 10 pin connector Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms), unbalanced Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms), unbalanced Chrominance signal: 0.286 Vp... 6.9 cm (2.7 type, aspect ratio 16:9) Total number of pixels 123 200 (560 × 220) General Power requirements 7.2 V (battery pack) 8.4 V (AC Adaptor) Average power consumption DCR-SR40 2.2 W DCR-SR60/SR80 2.8 W Operating temperature 0°C to + 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Storage temperature -20°C to + 60°C (-4°F to + 140°F) 34 ...
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Handycam Handbook DCR-SR40/SR60/SR80 2-698-880-11(1) Enjoying with your Hard Disk 13 Drive Handycam Getting Started 16 Easy Handycam 27 Recording /Playback 32 Using the Setup items 47 Editing images 66 Dubbing, Printing 70 Performing with a computer 77 Troubleshooting 101 Additional Information 117 Glossary, Index 124 © 2006 Sony Corporation
Handycam Handbook DCR-SR40/SR60/SR80 2-698-880-11(1) Enjoying with your Hard Disk 13 Drive Handycam Getting Started 16 Easy Handycam 27 Recording /Playback 32 Using the Setup items 47 Editing images 66 Dubbing, Printing 70 Performing with a computer 77 Troubleshooting 101 Additional Information 117 Glossary, Index 124 © 2006 Sony Corporation
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...number in this manual could void your used with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR60, DCR-SR80 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. For customers in the U.S.A. For more information regarding this device must ...accept any interference received, including interference that may result. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A Telephone number: 858-942-2230 This device complies with the Handycam...
...number in this manual could void your used with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR60, DCR-SR80 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. For customers in the U.S.A. For more information regarding this device must ...accept any interference received, including interference that may result. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A Telephone number: 858-942-2230 This device complies with the Handycam...
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...camcorder. These points are based on the model DCR-SR80. • The on-screen displays in low light conditions, such as at the sun. Doing so might cause your camcorder. To view your recordings on your camcorder... lens to a malfunction of the camcorder. • TV color systems differ depending on... back images recorded with your camcorder if necessary (p.63). You ...camcorder and accessories are used on the countries/regions. About the Carl Zeiss lens Your camcorder...Television programs, films, video tapes, and other DCR-SR40/ SR60/SR80. Take images of this Handbook are normal....
...camcorder. These points are based on the model DCR-SR80. • The on-screen displays in low light conditions, such as at the sun. Doing so might cause your camcorder. To view your recordings on your camcorder... lens to a malfunction of the camcorder. • TV color systems differ depending on... back images recorded with your camcorder if necessary (p.63). You ...camcorder and accessories are used on the countries/regions. About the Carl Zeiss lens Your camcorder...Television programs, films, video tapes, and other DCR-SR40/ SR60/SR80. Take images of this Handbook are normal....
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... first 5 Notes on using the Hard Disk Drive Handycam 8 Enjoying with your Hard Disk Drive Handycam What you can do with your Hard Disk Drive Handycam 13 Using your Hard Disk Drive Handycam 15 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items 16 Step 2: Charging the battery pack 17 Step 3: Turning the power on and holding your camcorder with automatic settings Using Easy Handycam operation 27 Recording with ease 28...
... first 5 Notes on using the Hard Disk Drive Handycam 8 Enjoying with your Hard Disk Drive Handycam What you can do with your Hard Disk Drive Handycam 13 Using your Hard Disk Drive Handycam 15 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items 16 Step 2: Charging the battery pack 17 Step 3: Turning the power on and holding your camcorder with automatic settings Using Easy Handycam operation 27 Recording with ease 28...
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...check available free hard disk space To turn off the operation confirmation beep To initialize the settings (Reset) Other part names and functions Checking/Deleting the last scene (Review/Review deleting 38 Indicators displayed during recording/playback 39 Remote Commander (DCR-SR60/SR80 41 ...camcorder to the recording conditions (EXPOSURE/WHITE BAL./STEADYSHOT, etc.) STILL SET 56 Settings for still images (BURST/QUALITY/IMAGE SIZE, etc.) PICT.APPLI 57 Special effects on images or additional functions on recording/playback (PICT.EFFECT/D.EFFECT, etc.) HDD SET 58 Settings for the hard disk...
...check available free hard disk space To turn off the operation confirmation beep To initialize the settings (Reset) Other part names and functions Checking/Deleting the last scene (Review/Review deleting 38 Indicators displayed during recording/playback 39 Remote Commander (DCR-SR60/SR80 41 ...camcorder to the recording conditions (EXPOSURE/WHITE BAL./STEADYSHOT, etc.) STILL SET 56 Settings for still images (BURST/QUALITY/IMAGE SIZE, etc.) PICT.APPLI 57 Special effects on images or additional functions on recording/playback (PICT.EFFECT/D.EFFECT, etc.) HDD SET 58 Settings for the hard disk...