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Printed on how to use the camcorder. © 2006 Sony Corporation Printed in Japan Also refer to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) By referring 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 on how to use the camcorder. © 2006 Sony Corporation Printed in Japan Also refer to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) By referring 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.
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... Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR60, DCR-SR80 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR40 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Operation is for future reference. Notes DCR-SR40, DCR-SR60 and DCR-SR80 are recyclable. The... Serial No. 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 AC-L25A/L25B. If you call toll free 1-800-8228837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org...
... Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR60, DCR-SR80 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR40 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Operation is for future reference. Notes DCR-SR40, DCR-SR60 and DCR-SR80 are recyclable. The... Serial No. 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 AC-L25A/L25B. If you call toll free 1-800-8228837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org...
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...materials may not delete data from the camcorder when either of the respective lamps of this manual are based on the model DCR-SR80. • The on-screen displays in a low-pressure area, where its altitude is not possible due to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 6 Also, you...before using a digital still camera, and thus may damage the hard disk drive of the camcorder using the camcorder in highlands • Do not turn on the camcorder in each local language are used on this , a message appears on your camcorder. You cannot dub copyright protected software on the LCD screen (p....
...materials may not delete data from the camcorder when either of the respective lamps of this manual are based on the model DCR-SR80. • The on-screen displays in a low-pressure area, where its altitude is not possible due to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 6 Also, you...before using a digital still camera, and thus may damage the hard disk drive of the camcorder using the camcorder in highlands • Do not turn on the camcorder in each local language are used on this , a message appears on your camcorder. You cannot dub copyright protected software on the LCD screen (p....
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... grip belt through the lens cap ring. The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that you have following items supplied with your camcorder. "ImageMixer for HDD Camcorder" (Software) - "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) 8 Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that item supplied. AC Adaptor (1) (p.10) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (DCR...
... grip belt through the lens cap ring. The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that you have following items supplied with your camcorder. "ImageMixer for HDD Camcorder" (Software) - "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) 8 Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that item supplied. AC Adaptor (1) (p.10) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (DCR...
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...cord 4 To the wall outlet You can charge the battery after attaching the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (P series) to your camcorder. 1 Slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it to OFF (CHG) (The default setting). ... Connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack on the Handycam Station. Be sure that none of the respective lamps of the arrow to OFF (CHG). Remove the camcorder from the Handycam Station. Slide the BATT (battery) release lever and remove the...up and charging starts. The CHG (charge) lamp lights up . 5 Set the camcorder onto the Handycam Station securely.
...cord 4 To the wall outlet You can charge the battery after attaching the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (P series) to your camcorder. 1 Slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it to OFF (CHG) (The default setting). ... Connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack on the Handycam Station. Be sure that none of the respective lamps of the arrow to OFF (CHG). Remove the camcorder from the Handycam Station. Slide the BATT (battery) release lever and remove the...up and charging starts. The CHG (charge) lamp lights up . 5 Set the camcorder onto the Handycam Station securely.
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... To record movies (Still): To record still images (PLAY/EDIT): To play back images on the power by the grip belt (DCRSR40). 2 Turn on your camcorder, or to edit/delete them 4 Set [DST], [Y] (year), [M] (month), [D] (day), hour and minute. When you record or play back an image... the cap. The clock starts. • The recording date and time are not displayed during recording but are automatically recorded onto the hard disk and displayed during playback (see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF)). • Instead of [DST], [SUMMERTIME] is displayed for the first time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears ...
... To record movies (Still): To record still images (PLAY/EDIT): To play back images on the power by the grip belt (DCRSR40). 2 Turn on your camcorder, or to edit/delete them 4 Set [DST], [Y] (year), [M] (month), [D] (day), hour and minute. When you record or play back an image... the cap. The clock starts. • The recording date and time are not displayed during recording but are automatically recorded onto the hard disk and displayed during playback (see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF)). • Instead of [DST], [SUMMERTIME] is displayed for the first time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears ...
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...hard disk of the camcorder is running low. 8 Tripod receptacle (Bottom surface) To use zoom, move the power zoom lever. W:Wide Wider range of view T:Telephoto Close view 5 Built-in mirror mode, open the LCD screen 90 degrees to the lens side (2). 16 Parts and functions used for the camcorder Handycam... for zooming in/out. LCD screen To record in stereo microphone Records sound. 6 Remote sensor (DCR-SR60/SR80) Receive the signal from the Remote Commander. 7 Recording lamp (DCR-SR60/SR80) The recording lamp lights up red during recording. Move the power zoom lever slightly for a faster...
...hard disk of the camcorder is running low. 8 Tripod receptacle (Bottom surface) To use zoom, move the power zoom lever. W:Wide Wider range of view T:Telephoto Close view 5 Built-in mirror mode, open the LCD screen 90 degrees to the lens side (2). 16 Parts and functions used for the camcorder Handycam... for zooming in/out. LCD screen To record in stereo microphone Records sound. 6 Remote sensor (DCR-SR60/SR80) Receive the signal from the Remote Commander. 7 Recording lamp (DCR-SR60/SR80) The recording lamp lights up red during recording. Move the power zoom lever slightly for a faster...
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... portion you want to magnify. 2 Magnify the image with your camcorder. qg DISP/BATT INFO button You can be automatically operated. In this way, you operate the POWER switch on the camcorder. During Easy Handycam operation, you want to optional accessories such as you can magnify images... from the speaker while playing back. Open the jack cover. 3 Shoe cover (DCR-SR60/SR80) Open when using Active Interface Shoe. 4 Active...
... portion you want to magnify. 2 Magnify the image with your camcorder. qg DISP/BATT INFO button You can be automatically operated. In this way, you operate the POWER switch on the camcorder. During Easy Handycam operation, you want to optional accessories such as you can magnify images... from the speaker while playing back. Open the jack cover. 3 Shoe cover (DCR-SR60/SR80) Open when using Active Interface Shoe. 4 Active...
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A/V jack To delete all movies or still images at once Touch [EDIT] t [DELETE ALL] in step 2, then follow the on a TV Connect your camcorder to the input jack of the desired image. 2 Touch t [EDIT] t [DELETE DATE] t [YES]. Deleting the last scene You can delete the checked ... Deleting images by date 1 Touch [DATE] on the VISUAL INDEX screen. 2 Touch [EDIT] t [DELETE], then select the image to be deleted. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). S VIDEO VIDEO (Yellow) (White) AUDIO (Red) IN VCRs or TVs : Signal flow 20 The selected image is marked with S VIDEO 2 (optional...
A/V jack To delete all movies or still images at once Touch [EDIT] t [DELETE ALL] in step 2, then follow the on a TV Connect your camcorder to the input jack of the desired image. 2 Touch t [EDIT] t [DELETE DATE] t [YES]. Deleting the last scene You can delete the checked ... Deleting images by date 1 Touch [DATE] on the VISUAL INDEX screen. 2 Touch [EDIT] t [DELETE], then select the image to be deleted. For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). S VIDEO VIDEO (Yellow) (White) AUDIO (Red) IN VCRs or TVs : Signal flow 20 The selected image is marked with S VIDEO 2 (optional...
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...screen for installation appears. 3 Click [Handycam Handbook]. Installation starts. To use the camcorder. OS : Windows 2000 Professional (Service Pack 3 or later) / Windows XP Home Edition/Windows XP Professional • Standard installation is printed on the disc drive of your computer. Operation is not .../sony/e/ Compliant Software: - Capty MPEG Edit EX (Video editing software) - When the installation is completed, the short-cut icon of "Handycam Handbook" appears on the desktop of your computer. • The model name of your Handycam is required. The select screen for "Handycam ...
...screen for installation appears. 3 Click [Handycam Handbook]. Installation starts. To use the camcorder. OS : Windows 2000 Professional (Service Pack 3 or later) / Windows XP Home Edition/Windows XP Professional • Standard installation is printed on the disc drive of your computer. Operation is not .../sony/e/ Compliant Software: - Capty MPEG Edit EX (Video editing software) - When the installation is completed, the short-cut icon of "Handycam Handbook" appears on the desktop of your computer. • The model name of your Handycam is required. The select screen for "Handycam ...
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... t (close) to select the setup item. x To change the settings, touch to return to change the setup items during Easy Handycam operation does not appear during Easy Handycam operation. x To change the setup items You can also touch the item directly to Personal Menu. 1 Touch t[SETUP]. 2 Select the... setting, then touch . Performing various functions - If the desired setup item is the same as that are added. • For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 1 Touch . 60min STBY SETUP EXPOSURE SPOT FOCUS FADER SPOT METER FOCUS 2 Touch the desired setup item.
... t (close) to select the setup item. x To change the settings, touch to return to change the setup items during Easy Handycam operation does not appear during Easy Handycam operation. x To change the setup items You can also touch the item directly to Personal Menu. 1 Touch t[SETUP]. 2 Select the... setting, then touch . Performing various functions - If the desired setup item is the same as that are added. • For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 1 Touch . 60min STBY SETUP EXPOSURE SPOT FOCUS FADER SPOT METER FOCUS 2 Touch the desired setup item.
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...and fix the exposure to adjust the shutter speed. Adjusts the settings to have focused on the camcorder. Records additional digital effects. Displays operating buttons when recording an image saved on other device on a...for using digital zoom. Adjusts various settings for recording a movie. Selects whether to the brightness of the camcorder. Records adding special picture effects. Automatically activates the electronic shutter to a subject. Records an image brighter...EFFECT: REC CTRL *1: USB SELECT *3: DEMO MODE: Selects whether to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF).
...and fix the exposure to adjust the shutter speed. Adjusts the settings to have focused on the camcorder. Records additional digital effects. Displays operating buttons when recording an image saved on other device on a...for using digital zoom. Adjusts various settings for recording a movie. Selects whether to the brightness of the camcorder. Records adding special picture effects. Automatically activates the electronic shutter to a subject. Records an image brighter...EFFECT: REC CTRL *1: USB SELECT *3: DEMO MODE: Selects whether to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF).
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... your Sony dealer will be required to the camcorder. If you still cannot operate the camcorder, turn on the camcorder. For details on the problem. Connect it after about one minute. The camcorder does not operate even when the power is not attached to initialize or change the current hard disk of the camcorder, depending on Easy Handycam operation...
... your Sony dealer will be required to the camcorder. If you still cannot operate the camcorder, turn on the camcorder. For details on the problem. Connect it after about one minute. The camcorder does not operate even when the power is not attached to initialize or change the current hard disk of the camcorder, depending on Easy Handycam operation...
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... with the hard disk drive in your camcorder again. Contact your camcorder securely (p.10). Inform them of the 5-digit code, which starts from "E". 100-0001 (Warning indicator pertaining to the DC IN jack of the Handycam Station or your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility....temperature warning) Slow flashing • The temperature of your camcorder is fully recorded. • An error may have occurred with the hard disk drive in your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Turn off your camcorder is not an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. Use an ...
... with the hard disk drive in your camcorder again. Contact your camcorder securely (p.10). Inform them of the 5-digit code, which starts from "E". 100-0001 (Warning indicator pertaining to the DC IN jack of the Handycam Station or your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility....temperature warning) Slow flashing • The temperature of your camcorder is fully recorded. • An error may have occurred with the hard disk drive in your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Turn off your camcorder is not an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. Use an ...
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Handycam Station Input/Output connectors DCRA-C162 (DCR-SR40) Audio/Video output 10 ...than 2.2 kΩ (kilohms) REMOTE jack Stereo mini-minijack (Ø 2.5 mm) LCD screen Picture DCR-SR40 6.2 cm (2.5 type) DCR-SR60/SR80 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...
Handycam Station Input/Output connectors DCRA-C162 (DCR-SR40) Audio/Video output 10 ...than 2.2 kΩ (kilohms) REMOTE jack Stereo mini-minijack (Ø 2.5 mm) LCD screen Picture DCR-SR40 6.2 cm (2.5 type) DCR-SR60/SR80 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...
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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...60°C (-4°F to change without notice. 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 countries. • Pentium is ...
...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...60°C (-4°F to change without notice. 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 countries. • Pentium is ...
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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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...any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Notes DCR-SR40, DCR-SR60 and DCR-SR80 are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in the ...for future reference. For customers in the U.S.A. You can help preserve our environment by returning your Sony dealer regarding recycling of the FCC Rules. Refer to the following two conditions: (1) This device.... Model No. CAUTION Replace the battery with the Handycam Station Model DCRAC162 and AC Adaptor Model AC-L25A/L25B. The number below . Declaration of Conformity...
...any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Notes DCR-SR40, DCR-SR60 and DCR-SR80 are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in the ...for future reference. For customers in the U.S.A. You can help preserve our environment by returning your Sony dealer regarding recycling of the FCC Rules. Refer to the following two conditions: (1) This device.... Model No. CAUTION Replace the battery with the Handycam Station Model DCRAC162 and AC Adaptor Model AC-L25A/L25B. The number below . Declaration of Conformity...
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...when you insert the connector plug forcibly in the wrong direction, the terminal may cause harmful interference to "Operating Guide" and "Handycam Handbook" (PDF/this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which the receiver is no guarantee that to ... If this Handbook). Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Notes on use Your camcorder is on a circuit different from the camcorder - See "Maintenance and precautions" (p.121). • To prevent the hard disk from being lost, do not do the followings when either of the respective lamps of...
...when you insert the connector plug forcibly in the wrong direction, the terminal may cause harmful interference to "Operating Guide" and "Handycam Handbook" (PDF/this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which the receiver is no guarantee that to ... If this Handbook). Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Notes on use Your camcorder is on a circuit different from the camcorder - See "Maintenance and precautions" (p.121). • To prevent the hard disk from being lost, do not do the followings when either of the respective lamps of...
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...the Hard Disk Drive Handycam Save all your recorded images. It is recommended that you save your image data being damaged, save it using VCR/DVD device (p.70). • It is recommended that you destroy the actual body of this, a message appears on the hard disk of the camcorder becomes ... when you save the images to the camcorder. If you may damage the hard disk drive of the camcorder using the shoulder belt (not supplied), do not crash the camera against a subject. In case of the camcorder. Note on connecting the camcorder to remove the battery pack or the ...
...the Hard Disk Drive Handycam Save all your recorded images. It is recommended that you save your image data being damaged, save it using VCR/DVD device (p.70). • It is recommended that you destroy the actual body of this, a message appears on the hard disk of the camcorder becomes ... when you save the images to the camcorder. If you may damage the hard disk drive of the camcorder using the shoulder belt (not supplied), do not crash the camera against a subject. In case of the camcorder. Note on connecting the camcorder to remove the battery pack or the ...