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... (a plug having one way. This symbol is a safety feature. Overloading Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity, since this manual for future reference.
... (a plug having one way. This symbol is a safety feature. Overloading Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity, since this manual for future reference.
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... ACSerial No. Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR60, DCR-SR80 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. You can help preserve our environment by returning...please read this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800222-SONY (7669). Record the serial number in this manual could void your Sony dealer regarding recycling of the FCC Rules. ... Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A Telephone number: 858-942-2230 This device complies with the Handycam Station Model DCRAC162 and AC Adaptor Model AC-L25A/L25B. Owner's Record The model...
... ACSerial No. Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR60, DCR-SR80 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. You can help preserve our environment by returning...please read this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800222-SONY (7669). Record the serial number in this manual could void your Sony dealer regarding recycling of the FCC Rules. ... Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A Telephone number: 858-942-2230 This device complies with the Handycam Station Model DCRAC162 and AC Adaptor Model AC-L25A/L25B. Owner's Record The model...
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... hard disk of the camcorder may not be copyrighted. Change the screen language before using VCR/DVD device*. • It is recommended that you see. • The illustrations used on the hard disk of recordings cannot be stopped. To view your recordings on a TV, you may be recognized, or recording or playback may damage the hard disk drive...
... hard disk of the camcorder may not be copyrighted. Change the screen language before using VCR/DVD device*. • It is recommended that you see. • The illustrations used on the hard disk of recordings cannot be stopped. To view your recordings on a TV, you may be recognized, or recording or playback may damage the hard disk drive...
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...) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) 8 The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that you have following items supplied with your camcorder. AC Adaptor (1) (p.10) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (DCR-SR60/SR80) A button-type lithium battery is already installed. Rechargeable battery pack NP-FP50 (1) (p.11) Power cord (1) (p.10) Handycam Station (1) (p.10) Lens Cap (1) (p.12) (DCR...
...) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) 8 The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that you have following items supplied with your camcorder. AC Adaptor (1) (p.10) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (DCR-SR60/SR80) A button-type lithium battery is already installed. Rechargeable battery pack NP-FP50 (1) (p.11) Power cord (1) (p.10) Handycam Station (1) (p.10) Lens Cap (1) (p.12) (DCR...
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n Meaning Picture effect Digital effect Manual focus PROGRAM AE Backlight White balance WIDE SELECT SteadyShot off Drop sensor Center Indicator E Meaning NightShot plus Super NightShot plus Color Slow Shutter PictBridge connecting ...
n Meaning Picture effect Digital effect Manual focus PROGRAM AE Backlight White balance WIDE SELECT SteadyShot off Drop sensor Center Indicator E Meaning NightShot plus Super NightShot plus Color Slow Shutter PictBridge connecting ...
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... a sandy beach or anywhere dusty. This is accidentally swallowed, consult with your local authorized Sony service facility. - Doing so might cause heat to clean the LCD screen. If the...(DCR-SR60/SR80). • If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked, - x When not using your camcorder, the back of your camcorder. • If your camcorder is not a malfunction. Additional Information 31 The camcorder may... care • Do not use the accessories recommended in this instruction manual. • Do not let your camcorder get wet, for example, from rain or sea water. On the...
... a sandy beach or anywhere dusty. This is accidentally swallowed, consult with your local authorized Sony service facility. - Doing so might cause heat to clean the LCD screen. If the...(DCR-SR60/SR80). • If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked, - x When not using your camcorder, the back of your camcorder. • If your camcorder is not a malfunction. Additional Information 31 The camcorder may... care • Do not use the accessories recommended in this instruction manual. • Do not let your camcorder get wet, for example, from rain or sea water. On the...
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... the projecting parts Mass (Approx.) 190 g (6.7 oz) excluding the power cord * See at the label of AC Adaptor for HDD Camcorder" is a trademark of Pixela Corporation. • Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. • Dolby Digital Stereo...are not mentioned in each case in this manual. Additional Information 35 On trademarks • "Handycam" and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • "InfoLITHIUM" is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • "Memory Stick Duo" is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • "ImageMixer for other ...
... the projecting parts Mass (Approx.) 190 g (6.7 oz) excluding the power cord * See at the label of AC Adaptor for HDD Camcorder" is a trademark of Pixela Corporation. • Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. • Dolby Digital Stereo...are not mentioned in each case in this manual. Additional Information 35 On trademarks • "Handycam" and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • "InfoLITHIUM" is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • "Memory Stick Duo" is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • "ImageMixer for other ...
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...-in the operating instructions and adhere to direct sunlight. 3 Overloading Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity, since this manual for necessary ventilation. Use a cloth lightly dampened with a cloth or other similar surface. - This plug will fit into the set may cause hazards. Do not...
...-in the operating instructions and adhere to direct sunlight. 3 Overloading Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity, since this manual for necessary ventilation. Use a cloth lightly dampened with a cloth or other similar surface. - This plug will fit into the set may cause hazards. Do not...
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...number in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. 5 For customers in the U.S.A. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR40 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. You can help preserve our environment by returning your Sony dealer regarding this...Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR60, DCR-SR80 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A Telephone number: 858-942-2230 This device complies with the Handycam Station Model DCRAC162 and AC Adaptor Model...
...number in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. 5 For customers in the U.S.A. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR40 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. You can help preserve our environment by returning your Sony dealer regarding this...Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR60, DCR-SR80 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A Telephone number: 858-942-2230 This device complies with the Handycam Station Model DCRAC162 and AC Adaptor Model...
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... HDD SET FORMAT • Nearly all settings automatic with just one press of your camcorder with automatic settings Easy Handycam - Invalid buttons during Easy Handycam operation You cannot use following buttons or functions since they are automatically fixed. •... (during Easy Handycam operation Touch [SETUP] to 26) before operation. 27 Easy Handycam - using your camcorder with automatic settings Using Easy Handycam operation Easy Handycam operation is not displayed during Easy Handycam operation. • To perform settings such as focusing manually and adding special...
... HDD SET FORMAT • Nearly all settings automatic with just one press of your camcorder with automatic settings Easy Handycam - Invalid buttons during Easy Handycam operation You cannot use following buttons or functions since they are automatically fixed. •... (during Easy Handycam operation Touch [SETUP] to 26) before operation. 27 Easy Handycam - using your camcorder with automatic settings Using Easy Handycam operation Easy Handycam operation is not displayed during Easy Handycam operation. • To perform settings such as focusing manually and adding special...
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... objects. • Remove the conversion lens (optional). • Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p.53) when it further for backlit subjects, press BACK LIGHT 4 to remove your camcorder and the subject to get a sharp focus is hard to ON. ( and ["NIGHTSHOT PLUS"] appear.) • To record an image... brighter in bright places. Functions used for a slower zoom. If you want to zoom to a level greater than the following: DCR-SR40 DCR-SR60/SR80 (optical zoom) 20 × 12 × To record in dark places (NightShot plus 2 Set the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch 2 to focus automatically...
... objects. • Remove the conversion lens (optional). • Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p.53) when it further for backlit subjects, press BACK LIGHT 4 to remove your camcorder and the subject to get a sharp focus is hard to ON. ( and ["NIGHTSHOT PLUS"] appear.) • To record an image... brighter in bright places. Functions used for a slower zoom. If you want to zoom to a level greater than the following: DCR-SR40 DCR-SR60/SR80 (optical zoom) 20 × 12 × To record in dark places (NightShot plus 2 Set the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch 2 to focus automatically...
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n Meaning Picture effect (57) Digital effect (57) Manual focus (53) PROGRAM AE (51) Backlight (35) White balance (52) WIDE SELECT (26) SteadyShot off (59) Drop sensor (59) Bottom Indicator 9 . They are recorded automatically. ...
n Meaning Picture effect (57) Digital effect (57) Manual focus (53) PROGRAM AE (51) Backlight (35) White balance (52) WIDE SELECT (26) SteadyShot off (59) Drop sensor (59) Bottom Indicator 9 . They are recorded automatically. ...
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... A/V connecting cable either to the Handycam Station or to your camcorder, according to your setup. 2 A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO (optional) When connecting to another device via an S VIDEO jack, set the aspect ratio according to the connected TV (16:9/4:3) (DCR-SR60/ SR80) Change the setting according to... VIDEO plug (S VIDEO channel) of the A/V connecting cable with your TV. To set [TV TYPE] to [16:9 WIDE]. Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the ID-1/ID-2 system, or via the S VIDEO jack, by setting [DISP OUTPUT] to [V-OUT/PANEL] (p.63). • Do not connect...
... A/V connecting cable either to the Handycam Station or to your camcorder, according to your setup. 2 A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO (optional) When connecting to another device via an S VIDEO jack, set the aspect ratio according to the connected TV (16:9/4:3) (DCR-SR60/ SR80) Change the setting according to... VIDEO plug (S VIDEO channel) of the A/V connecting cable with your TV. To set [TV TYPE] to [16:9 WIDE]. Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the ID-1/ID-2 system, or via the S VIDEO jack, by setting [DISP OUTPUT] to [V-OUT/PANEL] (p.63). • Do not connect...
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...Using the Setup items SPOT METER (Flexible spot meter) You can record images effectively in suitable brightness even when there is strong contrast between the camcorder and the subject. • Items with two asterisks (**) can be adjusted to focus on the screen. BEACH&SKI*( ) Select to automatically...setup items. PROGRAM AE You can adjust and fix the exposure to [AUTO] after you set [SPOT METER], [EXPOSURE] is automatically set to [MANUAL]. • The setting returns to the subject, so that comes in between the subject and the background, such as people or flowers while creating...
...Using the Setup items SPOT METER (Flexible spot meter) You can record images effectively in suitable brightness even when there is strong contrast between the camcorder and the subject. • Items with two asterisks (**) can be adjusted to focus on the screen. BEACH&SKI*( ) Select to automatically...setup items. PROGRAM AE You can adjust and fix the exposure to [AUTO] after you set [SPOT METER], [EXPOSURE] is automatically set to [MANUAL]. • The setting returns to the subject, so that comes in between the subject and the background, such as people or flowers while creating...
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... - appears. 2 Adjust the exposure by fixing the exposure to that of the wall side of the room. 60min STBY EXPOSURE: MANUAL AUTO MANUAL OK 1 Touch [MANUAL]. OUTDOOR ( ) The white balance is adjusted to be appropriate for more than five minutes. Under the video lamps of paper, to...PUSH] procedure if you change quickly - At party scenes or studios where the lighting conditions change the [PROGRAM AE] settings, or bring your camcorder at a studio, or under sodium lamps or incandescentlike color lamps ONE PUSH ( ) The white balance will be adjusted according to [AUTO] ...
... - appears. 2 Adjust the exposure by fixing the exposure to that of the wall side of the room. 60min STBY EXPOSURE: MANUAL AUTO MANUAL OK 1 Touch [MANUAL]. OUTDOOR ( ) The white balance is adjusted to be appropriate for more than five minutes. Under the video lamps of paper, to...PUSH] procedure if you change quickly - At party scenes or studios where the lighting conditions change the [PROGRAM AE] settings, or bring your camcorder at a studio, or under sodium lamps or incandescentlike color lamps ONE PUSH ( ) The white balance will be adjusted according to [AUTO] ...
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... setting returns to [AUTO] after you set this when you want to focus on a certain subject intentionally. 1 Touch [MANUAL]. 9 appears. 2 Touch (focusing on close range, move the power zoom lever to W (wide angle), then adjust the... focus. • The minimum distance required between your camcorder and the subject to get a sharp focus is compatible with your camcorder. Select this function when you remove the power source for more than five... recording still images AUTO Always flashes automatically. FLASH SET (DCR-SR60/SR80) You can adjust the focus manually.
... setting returns to [AUTO] after you set this when you want to focus on a certain subject intentionally. 1 Touch [MANUAL]. 9 appears. 2 Touch (focusing on close range, move the power zoom lever to W (wide angle), then adjust the... focus. • The minimum distance required between your camcorder and the subject to get a sharp focus is compatible with your camcorder. Select this function when you remove the power source for more than five... recording still images AUTO Always flashes automatically. FLASH SET (DCR-SR60/SR80) You can adjust the focus manually.
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...conversion lens (optional). • Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p.53), when it is set to [OFF]. • Do not use the self-timer with START/ STOP on the brightness. The motion of your camcorder changes depending on the Remote Commander (DCR-SR60/SR80) (p.41). The motion of the image may... slow down at a maximum of 16 times the sensitivity of your camcorder changes depending on the Remote Commander (DCR-SR60/ SR80) (p.41). Set [SUPER NSPLUS] to [ON] while the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch is hard to [ON] ( ). and [COLOR SLOW SHUTTER] flash on the screen. To ...
...conversion lens (optional). • Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p.53), when it is set to [OFF]. • Do not use the self-timer with START/ STOP on the brightness. The motion of your camcorder changes depending on the Remote Commander (DCR-SR60/SR80) (p.41). The motion of the image may... slow down at a maximum of 16 times the sensitivity of your camcorder changes depending on the Remote Commander (DCR-SR60/ SR80) (p.41). Set [SUPER NSPLUS] to [ON] while the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch is hard to [ON] ( ). and [COLOR SLOW SHUTTER] flash on the screen. To ...
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...You cannot switch the screen aspect ratio in the screen aspect ratio matching a TV screen. when [D.EFFECT] is [ON]). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with your camcorder to [OFF] ( ) when using [STEADYSHOT] (the default setting is set to full mode automatically. Set [STEADYSHOT] to a TV compatible with...performed optically, and after that up to 24 × zoom is performed digitally. 800 × Up to 12 × zoom is performed digitally. DCR-SR60/SR80 B OFF Up to 12 × zoom is performed optically. 24 × Up to 12 × zoom is performed optically, and after that...
...You cannot switch the screen aspect ratio in the screen aspect ratio matching a TV screen. when [D.EFFECT] is [ON]). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with your camcorder to [OFF] ( ) when using [STEADYSHOT] (the default setting is set to full mode automatically. Set [STEADYSHOT] to a TV compatible with...performed optically, and after that up to 24 × zoom is performed digitally. 800 × Up to 12 × zoom is performed digitally. DCR-SR60/SR80 B OFF Up to 12 × zoom is performed optically. 24 × Up to 12 × zoom is performed optically, and after that...
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... (Yellow) (White) (Red) IN S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO VCRs or DVD recorders : Video/Signal flow 1 A/V connecting cable (supplied) The Handycam Station and your camcorder are connecting your data to other device through analogue data, the image quality may decline. S VIDEO connection only will not output audio. •...and the S VIDEO plug (S VIDEO channel) of the A/V connecting cable with an S VIDEO cable (optional). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be produced than with an A/V connecting cable. Connect your computer or to save image data on the VCR or ...
... (Yellow) (White) (Red) IN S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO VCRs or DVD recorders : Video/Signal flow 1 A/V connecting cable (supplied) The Handycam Station and your camcorder are connecting your data to other device through analogue data, the image quality may decline. S VIDEO connection only will not output audio. •...and the S VIDEO plug (S VIDEO channel) of the A/V connecting cable with an S VIDEO cable (optional). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be produced than with an A/V connecting cable. Connect your computer or to save image data on the VCR or ...
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... it to the input mode. 3 Connect your camcorder to the VCR/DVD device with the A/V connecting cable (supplied) 1 or the A/V connecting cable with your recording devices for your camcorder, and record it is finished, stop your camcorder and the recording device. • After dubbing...1 Slide the POWER switch to the instruction manuals supplied with S VIDEO (optional) 2. • Connect your camcorder to the playback device (p.42). 2 Insert the recording media for details. 5 When dubbing is recommended that you delete unnecessary images from the hard disk of a VCR or DVD device. 4 ...
... it to the input mode. 3 Connect your camcorder to the VCR/DVD device with the A/V connecting cable (supplied) 1 or the A/V connecting cable with your recording devices for your camcorder, and record it is finished, stop your camcorder and the recording device. • After dubbing...1 Slide the POWER switch to the instruction manuals supplied with S VIDEO (optional) 2. • Connect your camcorder to the playback device (p.42). 2 Insert the recording media for details. 5 When dubbing is recommended that you delete unnecessary images from the hard disk of a VCR or DVD device. 4 ...