Sony DCR-SR100 User Manual
2-672-377-12(1)
Enjoying with
your Hard Disk
Drive Handycam
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Additional information on this product and
answers to frequently asked qu estions can be
found at our Customer Support Website.
Camera Operating
Guide
Read this first
DCR-SR100
For connecting to
your computer,
see “Computer
Application
Guide”.
Getting Started
Easy
Handycam
Recording
/Playback
Using the Setup items
Editing images
Dubbing, Printing
Troubleshooting
Additional Information
Glossary, Index
Computer
Application Guide
15
24
30
48
67
71
78
92
101
Printed on 100% recycled paper using
VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free
vegetable oil based ink.
Printed in Japan
US
© 2006 Sony Corporation
WARNING
To reduce fire or shock hazard, do
not expose the unit to rain or
moisture.
This symbol is intended to alert
the user to the presence of
uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the product’s
enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert
the user to the presence of
important operating and
maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
For your protection, please read these safety
instructions completely before operating
the appliance, and keep this manual for
future reference.
Carefully observe all warnings, precautions
and instructions on the appliance, or the one
described in the operating instructions and
adhere to them.
Use
Power Sources
This set should be operated only from the type of
power source indicated on the marking label. If
you are not sure of the type of electrical power
supplied to your home, consult your dealer or
local power company. For those sets designed to
operate from battery power, or other sources, refer
to the operating instructions.
Polarization
This set may be equipped with a polarized ac
power cord plug (a plug having one blade wider
than the other).
This plug will fit into the power outlet only one
way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to
insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing
the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact
your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
plug by forcing it in.
Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or
convenience receptacles beyond their capacity,
since this can result in fire or electric shock.
Object and Liquid Entry
Never push objects of any kind into the set
through openings as they may touch dangerous
voltage points or short out parts that could result
in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any
kind on the set.
Attachments
Do not use attachments not recommended by the
manufacturer, as they may cause hazards.
Cleaning
Unplug the set from the wall outlet before
cleaning or polishing it. Do not use liquid cleaners
or aerosol cleaners. Use a cloth lightly dampened
with water for cleaning the exterior of the set.
Installation
Water and Moisture
Do not use power-line operated sets near water –
for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen
sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a
swimming pool, etc.
Power-Cord Protection
Route the power cord so that it is not likely to be
walked on or pinched by items placed upon or
against them, paying particular attention to the
plugs, receptacles, and the point where the cord
exits from the appliance.
Accessories
Do not place the set on an unstable cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table. The set may fall, causing
serious injury to a child or an adult, and serious
damage to the set. Use only a cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table recommended by the
manufacturer.
Ventilation
The slots and openings in the cabinet are provided
for necessary ventilation. To ensure reliable
operation of the set, and to protect it from
overheating, these slots and openings must never
be blocked or covered.
– Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth
or other materials.
– Never block the slots and openings by placing
the set on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar
surface.
– Never place the set in a confined space, such as
a bookcase, or built-in cabinet, unless proper
ventilation is provided.
– Do not place the set near or over a radiator or
heat register, or where it is exposed to direct
sunlight.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS (continued)
Lightning
For added protection for this set during a lightning
storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for
long periods of time, unplug it from the wall
outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system.
This will prevent damage to the set due to
lightning and power-line surges.
Service
Damage Requiring Service
Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
– When the power cord or plug is damaged or
frayed.
– If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
into the set.
– If the set has been exposed to rain or water.
– If the set has been subject to excessive shock by
being dropped, or the cabinet has been
damaged.
– If the set does not operate normally when
following the operating instructions. Adjust
only those controls that are specified in the
operating instructions. Improper adjustment of
other controls may result in damage and will
often require extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the set to normal operation.
– When the set exhibits a distinct change in
performance – this indicates a need for service.
Servicing
Do not attempt to service the set yourself as
opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to the
set, ask the service technician to perform routine
safety checks (as specified by the manufacturer)
to determine that the set is in safe operating
condition.
Replacement parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the
service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer that have the same
characteristics as the original parts.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock, or other hazards.
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Read this first
Before operating the unit, please read this
manual thoroughly, and retain it for future
reference.
CAUTION
Replace the battery with the
specified type only. Otherwise, fire
or injury may result.
For customers in the U.S.A. and
CANADA
RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES
Lithium-Ion batteries are
recyclable. You can help preserve
our environment by returning
your used rechargeable batteries
to the collection and recycling
location nearest you.
For more information regarding recycling of
rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-8228837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking
Lithium-Ion batteries.
For customers in the U.S.A.
If you have any questions about this
product, you may call:
Sony Customer Information Center 1-800222-SONY (7669).
The number below is for the FCC related
matters only.
Regulatory Information
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: DCR-SR100
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 Part 15 of the FCC
Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.
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Read this first (continued)
Note
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following
measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
The supplied interface cable must be used w ith the
equipment in order to comply with the limits for a
digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of
FCC Rules.
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the
bottom. Record the serial number in the space
provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever
you call your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No. DCR-SR100
Serial No.
Model No. ACSerial No.
Notes on use
Your camcorder is supplied with two
kinds of operations guides.
– “Camera Operating Guide” (This manual)
– “Computer Application Guide”
On using the camcorder
• Do not hold the camcorder by the following parts.
Viewfinder LCD screen
Battery
• The camcorder is not dust proofed, drip
proofed or waterproofed. See
“Maintenance and precautions” (p.96).
• To prevent the ha rd disk from being broken
or recorded images from being lost, do not
do the followings when either of the
respective lamps of the POWER switch
(p.19) or the ACCESS lamp (p.30) is on:
– Removing the battery pack or AC
Adaptor from the camcorder
– Applying mechanical shock or vibration
to the camcorder
• Before connecting your camcorder to
another device with a USB cable etc., be
sure to insert the connector plug in the
proper direction. If y ou insert the connector
plug forcibly in the wrong direction, the
terminal may be damaged, or this may
cause a malfunction of your camcorder.
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Notes on the Setup items, LCD screen,
viewfinder, and lens
• A setup item that is grayed out is not
available under the current recording or
playback conditions.
• The LCD screen and the viewfinder are
manufactured using extremely highprecision technology, so over 99.99% of the
pixels are operational for effective use.
However, there may be some tiny black
points and/or bright po ints (white, red, blue,
or green in color) that appear constantly on
the LCD screen and the viewfinder. These
points are normal.
Black point
White, red, blue or
green point
• Exposing the LCD screen, the viewfinder,
or the lens to direct sunlight fo r long periods
of time may cause malfunctions. Be careful
when placing the camera near a window or
outdoors.
• Do not aim at the sun. Do ing so might cause
your camcorder to malfunction. Take
images of the sun only in low light
conditions, such as at dusk.
On recording
• Before starting to record, test the recording
function to make sure the image and sound
are recorded without any problems.
• Compensation for the contents of
recordings cannot be provided, even if
recording or playback is not possible due
to a malfunction of the camcorder.
• TV color systems differ depending on the
countries/regions. To view your recordings
on a TV, you need a NTSC system-based
TV.
• Television programs, films, video tapes,
and other materials may be copyrighted.
Unauthorized recording of such materials
may be contrary to the copyright laws. You
cannot dub copyright protec ted software on
your camcorder.
Compatibility of images
• You cannot play back both movies and still
images other than the images recorded with
your camcorder. You also cannot play back
images recorded with other DCR-SR100.
On this manual
• The images of the LCD screen and the
viewfinder used on this manual are
captured using a digital still camera, and
thus may appear different from what you
see.
• Design and specifications of this camcorder
and accessories are subject to change
without notice.
• The on-screen displays in each local
language are used for illustrating the
operating procedures. Change the screen
language before using your camcorder if
necessary (p.64).
About the Carl Zeiss lens
Your camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss
lens, which was developed jointly by Carl
Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation,
and produces superior images.
It adopts the MTF* measurement system for
video cameras and offers a quality typical of
a Carl Zeiss lens.
Also, the lens for your camcorder is T coated to suppress unwanted reflections and
faithfully reproduce colors.
* MTF stands for Modulation Transfer
Function. The number value indicates the
amount of light from a subject coming into
the lens.
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Notes on using the Hard Disk Drive Handycam
Save all your recorded image data
• In the case of your image data being damaged,
save all your recorded images. It is recommended
that you save the image data on a DVD using your
computer (see “Computer Application Guide”).
Also, you can save it using VCR/DVD device
(p.71).
• It is recommended that you save your image data
periodically after recording.
Do not apply shock or vibration to your
camcorder
• The hard disk of the camcorder may not be
recognized, or recording or playback may not be
possible.
• Especially, during recording/playback, do not
apply shock. After recording, do not apply
vibration or shock to the camcorder, while the
ACCESS lamp is lit.
• While using the shoulder belt (not supplied), do
not crash the camera against a subject.
On the drop sensor
• To protect the internal hard disk from the shock
by dropping, the camcorder has the drop sensor
function (p.60). When a drop occurs, or under a
non-gravity condition, the block noise to protect
the camcorder may also be recorded. If the drop
sensor catches a drop repeatedly, recording/play
back maybe stopped.
Notes on Battery Pack/AC Adaptor
• While the ACCESS lamp is lit, be sure to avoid
the followings. They may cause malfunctions.
– Removing the battery pack
– Removing the AC Adaptor (while charging
using the AC Adaptor)
• Be sure to remove the battery pack or the AC
Adaptor after turning off the POWER switch.
Note on using the camcorder in
highlands
• You cannot use the camcorder in a low-pressure
area, where its altitude is more than 3, 000 meters
(9,800 feet).
Note on disposal/transfer
• If you perform [HDD FORMAT] (p.59) or
formatting the camcorder, you may not delete data
from the hard disk completely. When you transfer
the camcorder, it is recommended that you
perform [EMPTY HDD] (p.60) to make it
difficult to recover your data. In addition to the
above, when you dispose of the camcorder, it is
recommended that you destroy the actual body of
the camcorder. This may prevent data recovery
on the hard disk of the camcorder.
If you cannot record/play back images,
perform [HDD FORMAT]
• If you repeat recording/deleting images for a long
time, fragmentation occurs. Images cannot be
saved/recorded. In such case, save the images to
perform [HDD FORMAT] (p.59).
Fragmentation 1 Glossary (p.101)
Note on operational temperatures
• When the temperature of the camcorder becomes
extremely high or extremely low, you may not
record or playback the camcorder to provide
protection to the camcorder. In case of this, a
message appears on the LCD screen (p.89).
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Table of Contents
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ...................................................................3
Read this 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..........................12
Using your Hard Disk Drive Handycam...................................................14
Getting Started
Step 1: Checking supplied items.............................................................15
Step 2: Charging the battery pack...........................................................16
Step 3: Turning the power on, and holding your camcorder ...................19
Step 4: Adjusting the LCD screen and viewfinder ...................................20
Step 5: Using the touch panel................................................................. 21
Step 6: Setting the date and time............................................................22
Step 7: Selecting the aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) of the recording
image..........................................................................................23
Easy Handycam – using your camcorder with automatic
settings
Using Easy Handycam operation............................................................24
Recording with ease................................................................................26
Playback with ease..................................................................................28
Recording/Playback
Recording................................................................................................ 30
Playback..................................................................................................31
Searching for the desired images by date (Date Index) ............................32
Functions used for recording/playback, etc.............................................34
Recording
To use zoom
To use the flash
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Table of Contents (continued)
To record in dark places (NightShot)
To adjust the exposure for backlit subjects (BACK LIGHT)
To record sound with more presence (5.1ch surround recording)
To adjust the focus for an off center subject
To fix the exposure for the selected subject
To add special effects
To record in mirror mode
To use a tripod
To attach the shoulder belt
Playback
To play back a series of still images (Slide show)
To use Playback zoom
Recording/playback
To check the remaining battery
Check the 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............................................................................... 41
Playing the image on a TV...................................................................... 42
Saving images ........................................................................................ 44
Deleting images ...................................................................................... 45
Using the Setup items
Using the Setup items.............................................................................48
Setup items............................................................................................. 50
CAMERA SET ................................................................................... 52
Settings to adjust your 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
STANDARD SET............................................................................. 61
.......................................................................................... 59
Settings for the hard disk (HDD FORMAT/HDD INFO, etc.)
Settings while recording or other basic settings
(REC MODE/LCD/VF SET/USB SPEED, etc.)
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TIME/LANGU...................................................................................64
(CLOCK SET/AREA SET/LANGUAGE, etc.)
Customizing Personal Menu ...................................................................65
Editing images
Creating the Playlist ................................................................................67
Playing the Playlist ..................................................................................69
Setting image protection (Protection)......................................................69
Dubbing, Printing
Dubbing to VCR/DVD devices.................................................................71
Recording images from a TV or VCR/DVD device..................................73
Printing recorded still images (PictBridge compliant printer) ..................75
Jacks to connect external devices...........................................................77
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting.......................................................................................78
Warning indicators and messages..........................................................88
Additional Information
Using your camcorder abroad.................................................................92
Files on the camcorder hard disk/folder structure ...................................94
About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack.....................................................95
Maintenance and precautions................................................................. 96
Specifications ..........................................................................................99
Glossary, Index
Glossary ................................................................................................101
Index......................................................................................................103
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What you can do with your Hard Disk Drive Handycam
You can record images to the hard disk of the camcorder. Hard Disk Drive Handycam offers
more options than the tape or the DVD camcorder for your convenience and entertainment.
“Recording and viewing” : clear, easy and convenient
Recording onto the hard disk for long hours
(p.17, 30)
You can record more than seven hours* when the
image is set to high quality ([HQ]) onto the hard
disk. All the recorded images are saved on the free
hard disk space. You are not at a risk to write images
onto your favorite images by mistake.
Also, you do not need to rewind or fast-forward your
movie, and you can start recording whenever you
are ready.
If you change the i mage quality of a movie, you can record
*
images for longer hours.
You can find a scene quickly by using the
VISUAL INDEX screen (p.31).
The VISUAL INDEX screen allows you to check
the recorded images at a glance. All you have to do
is touch the scene you want to view.
Also, you can search for a desired scene by date
using Date Index.
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Viewing on a TV or saving to VCR/DVD
devices
You can connect your Handycam directly to a TV
to play back the recorded images (p.42). Also, you
can save them to VCR/DVD devices.
Realistic sounds can be recorded (5.1ch surround sound) (p.35)
You can record the movie with 5.1ch surround
sound. You can create a DVD containing your
movies with 5.1ch surround sound with supplied
computer software. This provides full sound on a
home theater.
Connecting Hard Disk Drive Handycam to a computer
One Touch DVD Burn
(“Computer Application Guide”)
You can save a recorded image on a DVD with a
simple touch. Images that have not been saved to a
DVD with One Touch DVD Burn can automatically
be saved.
Edit images and create a DVD with selected images
(“Computer Application Guide”)
You can copy images to your computer. You can also edit
images and create a DVD with selected images.
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Using your Hard Disk Drive Handycam
Images are recorded on the internal hard disk. When the hard disk becomes full, you cannot
record new images. It is recommended that you save the image data periodically, then delete
the unnecessary images from the hard disk of your camcorder.
• If you delete the images, you can record images on the free hard disk space again.
Preparing (p.15)
Recording (p.30)
Viewing on your Hard Disk Drive Handycam
• Viewing on the LCD screen (p.31)
• Viewing on a TV (p.42)
Saving
Save recorded images on a DVD or alike.
• Saving images on a DVD using a computer (“Computer Application
Guide”).
• Copying images to a computer (“Computer Application Guide”).
• Dubbing on VCR/DVD devices (p.71).
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Deleting images
Delete the ima ge data that has been saved on y our camcorder.
If you delete the images, you can record new images on the
free hard disk space again.
• Select image and delete it (p.45).
• Delete all the images ([HDD FORMAT], p.59).
Getting Started
Step 1: Checking supplied items
Make sure that you have following items
supplied with your camcorder.
The number in the parentheses indicates the
number of that item supplied.
AC Adaptor (1) (p.16)
Power cord (1) (p.16)
A/V connecting cable (1) (p.42, 71, 73)
USB cable (1) (p.75, 77)
Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p.41)
Rechargeable battery pack
NP-FP60 (1) (p.17)
Getting Started
CD-ROM “ImageMixer for HDD
Camcorder” (1)
“Camera Operating Guide” (This manual) (1)
“Computer Application Guide” (1)
A button-type lithium battery is already installed.
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Step 2: Charging the battery pack
You can charge the battery after attaching the
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (P series)
(p.95) to your camcorder.
• You cannot use an NP-FP30 battery pack with
your camcorder. (See the reverse side of the
battery pack for the model number.) Installing the
battery pack with excess force may lead to
camcorder malfunction such as deterioration in
battery pack performance or difficulty in
removing the battery pack.
POWER switch
CHG lamp
DC IN jack
Jack cover
Power cord
To the wall outlet
DC plug
AC Adaptor
Battery
pack
2 Slide the POWER switch in the
direction of the arrow to set it to
OFF (CHG) (The default setting).
3 Connect the AC Adaptor to the DC
IN jack on your camcorder.
Open the jack cover to connect the AC
Adaptor.
Jack cover
MODE
ON
POWER
OFF
(CHG)
1 Slide the battery pack in the
direction of the arrow until it clicks.
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Face down the
v mark to match
the v mark of
the camcorder.
4 Connect the power cord to the AC
Adaptor and the wall outlet.
The CHG (charge) lamp lights up and
charging starts.
CHG
5 The CHG (charge) lamp turns off
when the battery is fully charged.
Remove the AC Adaptor from the
DC IN jack on your camcorder.
• Remove the AC Adaptor holding both your
camcorder and the DC plug.
To remove the battery pack
Slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).
Slide the BATT (battery) release lever and
remove the battery pack.
BATT (battery)
release lever
• When you remove the battery pack, make sure
that none of the respective lamps of the POWER
switch (p.19) is on.
When storing the battery pack
Use up the battery pack completely if you do
not intend to use it for a long time (p.95).
To use an outside power source
Make the same connections as you do when
charging the battery pack. The battery pack
will not lose its charge in this case.
Recording time
Approximate time (min.) available when you
use a fully charged battery pack.
Continuous
Battery pack
recording
time
NP-FP50
NP-FP60
(supplied)
NP-FP70
NP-FP71
NP-FP90
* Typical recording time shows the time when you
repeat recording start/stop, turning the power on/
off and zooming.
• Times shown vary according to the following
conditions.
– Top: When the LCD backlight turns on.
– Middle: When the LCD backlight turns off.
– Bottom: Recording time when recording with
the viewfinder while the LCD panel is closed.
060
065
065
095
100
105
130
140
145
155
170
175
235
255
260
Typ ical
recording
time*
030
030
030
045
050
050
065
070
070
075
085
085
115
125
130
Getting Started
Charging time (full charge)
Approximate tim e (min.) required w hen you
fully charge a fully discharged battery pack.
Battery pack Charging time
NP-FP50
NP-FP60 (supplied)
NP-FP70
NP-FP71
NP-FP90
125
135
155
170
220
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Step 2: Charging the battery pack (continued)
Playback time
Approximate time (min.) available when you
use a fully charged battery pack.
Battery pack
LCD screen
opened*
NP-FP50
NP-FP60
(supplied)
NP-FP70
NP-FP71
NP-FP90
* When the LCD backlight turns on.
On the battery pack
• Before changing the battery pack, slide the
POWER switch to OFF (CHG).
• The CHG (charge) lamp flashes during charging,
or BATTERY INFO (p.37) will not be correctly
displayed under the following conditions.
– The battery pack is not attached correctly.
– The battery pack is damaged.
– The battery pack is fully discharged.
(For BATTERY INFO only.)
• The power will not be supplied from the battery
as long as the AC Adaptor is connected to the DC
IN jack of your camcorder, even when the power
cord is removed from the wall outlet.
• We recommend that you use an NP-FP70, NPFP71 or NP-FP90 battery pack when a video light
(optional) is attached.
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
shorter when you use your camcorder in low
temperatures.
• The available recording and playback time will
be shorter depending on the conditions under
which you use your camcorder.
LCD screen
closed
105 125
160 190
225 265
270 315
400 475
On the AC Adaptor
• Connect the AC Adaptor to an easily accessible
wall outlet close by. If any trouble occurs while
using the adaptor, immediately shut off the power
by removing the plug from the wall outlet.
• Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow
space, such as between a wall and furniture.
• Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC
Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic
objects. This may cause a malfunction.
PRECAUTION
• Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power
(house current) is still supplied to it while
connected to the wall outlet via the AC Adaptor.
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Step 3: Turning the power on, and holding your camcorder
To record, slide the POWER switch to turn
on the respective lamp.
When using it for the first time, the [CLOCK
SET] screen appears (p.22).
POWER switch
Lens cover
1 Turn on the power by sliding the
POWER switch in the direction of
the arrow while pressing the green
button in the center.
When you record, switc h the power mode
by sliding the POWER switch in the
direction of the arrow until the respective
lamp lights up.
Green button
• After you have set the date and time ([CLOCK
SET], p.22), the next time you turn on the power
of your camcorder, the current date and time will
be displayed on the LCD screen for a few seconds.
2 Hold your camcorder correctly.
3 Ensure a good grip, then fasten the
belt.
Getting Started
(Movie): To record movies
(Still): To record still images
(PLAY/EDIT): To play back images on
your camcorder, or to edit/delete them
• When you set the POWER switch to (Movie)
or (Still), the lens cover opens up.
To turn off the power
Slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).
• At the time of purchase, the power will be set to
turn off automatically if you leave your camcorder
without any operation for approximately five
minutes, to save battery power. ([A.SHUT OFF],
p.64).
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Step 4: Adjusting the LCD screen and viewfinder
2
The LCD screen
Open the LCD screen 90 degrees to the
camcorder (1), then rotate it to the best angle
to record or play (2).
180
degrees
(max.)
2 90 degrees
(max.)
• Be careful not to press the buttons on the LCD
frame accidentally, when you open or adjust the
LCD screen.
• If you open the LCD screen 90 degrees to the
camcorder, then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens
side, you can close it with the LCD screen side
facing out. This is convenient during playback
operations.
To turn off the LCD backlight to make
DISP/BATT INFO
1 90 degrees to the
camcorder
The viewfinder
You can view images using the viewfinder
with the LCD panel closed to avoid wearing
down the battery, or when the image seen on
the LCD screen is poor.
Viewfinder
Viewfinder lens
adjustment lever
Move it until the image
is clear.
• You can adjust the brightness of the viewfinder
backlight by selecting STANDARD SET [LCD/VF SET] - [VF B.LIGHT] (p.62).
The recorded image will not be affected by the
setting.
• You can adjust [FADER] and [EXPOSURE]
while looking through the viewfinder (p.58).
Extend the viewfinder
until it clicks.
the battery last longer
Press and hold DISP/BATT INFO for a few
seconds until appears.
This setting is practical when you use your
camcorder in bright conditions or you want
to save battery power. The recorded image
will not be affected by the setting. To cancel,
press and hold DISP/BATT INFO until
disappears.
• See [LCD/VF SET] - [LCD BRIGHT] (p.62) to
adjust the brightness of the LCD screen.
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Step 5: Using the touch panel
You can play back recorded images (p.28,
31), or change the settings (p.48) using the
touch panel.
Touch the buttons displayed on the screen.
Support the rear of the LCD panel with
your finger. Then, touch the buttons
displayed on the screen.
Touch the button on the LCD screen.
DISP/BATT INFO
• Perform the same actions as described above
when you press the buttons on the LCD frame.
• Be careful not to press the buttons on the LCD
frame accidentally while using the touch panel.
• If the buttons on the touch panel do not work
correctly, adjust the LCD screen
(CALIBRATION) (p.97).
Changing the language setting
You can change the on-screen displays to
show messages in a specified language.
Select the screen language in [LANGUAGE]
on the TIME/LANGU. (p.64).
Getting Started
To hide the screen indicators
Press DISP/BATT INFO to hide or show the
screen indicators (counter, etc.).
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Step 6: Setting the date and time
Set the date and time when using this
camcorder for the first time. If you do not set
the date and time, the [CLOCK SET] screen
appears every time you turn on your
camcorder or slide the POWER switch.
• If you do not use your camcorder for about 3
months, the built-in rechargeable battery gets
discharged and the date and time se ttings may be
cleared from the memory. In that case, charge the
rechargeable battery and then set the date and time
again (p.97).
POWER switch
Skip to step 4 when you set the clock for the
first time.
1 Touch t [SETUP].
60min
CAMERA
SET
PROGRAM AE
SPOT METER
EXPOSURE
OK
4 Select the desired geographical
area with / , then touch .
CLOCK SET
5 Set [DST SET] to [ON] with /
, if necessary, then touch .
6 Set [Y] (year) with / , then
touch .
CLOCK SET
• You can set any year up to the year 2079.
7 Set [M] (month), [D] (day), hour and
minute, then touch .
The clock starts.
For midnight, set it to 12:00 AM.
For midday, set it to 12:00 PM.
AREA26
New york , Bogota
OFF
DST
DATE
2006 Y JAN M 1 12 00D
AREA26
New york , Bogota
OFF
DST
DATE
2006 Y JAN M 1 12 00D
GMT -5.0
AM
OK
GMT -5.0
AM
OK
2 Select (TIME/LANGU.) with
/ , then touch .
60min
DISP OUTPUT
SETUP ROTATE
A.SHUT OFF
CLOCK SET
ARE
DST SET
LANGUAGE
OK
3 Select [CLOCK SET] with / ,
then touch .
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• Refer to page 93 for information concerning
“World time difference.”
• The recording date and time are not displayed
during recording, but are automatically recorded
onto the hard disk and displayed during playback
([DATA CODE], p.62).
• Instead of [DST SET], [SUMMERTIME] is
displayed for some models.
Step 7: Selecting the aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) of the recording image
By recording in the 16:9 (wide) mode, you
can enjoy wide-angle, high-resolution
images.
• If you intend to view images on a wide TV,
recording in the 16:9 (wide) mode is
recommended.
POWER switch
WIDE SELECT
• You cannot change the aspect ratio in the
following cases:
– while recording movies
– when [D. EFFECT] is set to [OLD
MOVIE] (p.58)
• Differences in the angle of view between
16:9(wide) and 4:3 vary depending on the
zoom position.
To play back images after connecting
your camcorder to a TV
Set [TV TYPE] to [16:9] or [4:3] according
to your TV (16:9/4:3) (p.42).
• When viewing 16:9 (wide) images with [TV
TYPE] set to [4:3], images may appear rough
depending on subjects.
Getting Started
Movies
1 Slide the POWER switch in the
direction of the arrow to light up
the (Movie) lamp.
2 Press WIDE SELECT repeatedly to
select the desired screen aspect
ratio.
16:9 (wide)* 4:3*
* When viewing on the LCD screen. The image
may look different in the viewfinder.
Still images
1 Slide the POWER switch to light up
the (Still) lamp.
The image size ratio changes to 4:3.
2 Press WIDE SELECT repeatedly to
select the desired setting.
• Still image size is set to [ 2.3M] ( )
when 16:9 (wide) is selected. [3.0M] ( ) is
set in maximum mode when 4:3 is selected.
• The number of recordable still images is 9,999.
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Easy Handycam - using your camcorder with automatic settings
Using Easy Handycam operation
Easy Handycam operation is a function for making
nearly all settings automatic with just one press of
EASY button
the EASY button. Since only b asic functions become
available and screen font size increases for easy
viewing, even first time users can enjoy easy
operation.
The settings of your camcorder during Easy Handycam operation
Touch [SETUP] to display the available setup items.
For details on setup, See page 49.
60min STBY
EASY
Touch
SETUP
• Nearly all setup items are automatically fixed.
• is not displayed during Easy Handycam operation.
• To perform settings such as focusing manually and adding special effects, cancel Easy Handycam
operation.
EASY
LANGUAGE
BEEP
CLOCK
SET
HDD
FORMAT
Invalid buttons during Easy Handycam operation
You cannot use following buttons or functions since they are automatically set. If you set an
invalid operation, [Invalid during Easy Handycam operation] may appears.
• BACK LIGHT (p.35)
• Press and hold DISP/BATT INFO (p.20)
• Zoom lever/buttons (during playback)
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Complete the preparations described in steps 1 to 7 (p.15 to 23) before operation.
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Easy Handycam - using your camcorder with automatic settings
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Recording with ease
Slide the POWER switch
in the direction of the
arrow while pressing the
green button only when the
POWER switch is in the
OFF (CHG) position.
To record movies
To record still images
Movies
1 Slide the POWER switch A in the direction of the arrow to light up the
(Movie) lamp.
2 Press EASY.
[Easy Handycam operation ON.] appears, then appears on the LCD screen.
60min
STBY
Easy Handycam
operation
ON.
EASY
SETUP
3 Press START/STOP B (or C).
60min 60minSTBY
EASY
SETUP SETUP
[STBY]
To stop recording, press START/STOP again.
• [REC MODE] is set to [HQ] (default settings) (p.61).
• A recordable time of movies you can record in a succession is up to 12 hours.
To record the next movies
Perform step 3.
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EASY
REC
[REC]
00:01:00
Still images
1 Slide the POWER switch A in the direction of the arrow to light up the (St ill)
lamp.
2 Press EASY.
[Easy Handycam operation ON.] appears, then appears on the LCD screen.
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SETUP
Easy Handycam
operation
ON.
60min
EASY
3 Press PHOTO D lightly to adjust the focus A, then press it fully B.
Beep
EASY
Flashing bLights up
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min
SETUP
A shutter sound is heard. When disappears, the image has been recorded.
• [ QUALITY] is set to [FINE] (default settings) (p.57).
To record the next still images
Perform step 3.
To cancel Easy Handycam
Press EASY again. disappears on the LCD screen.
Shutter
click
min
EASY
SETUP
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Playback with ease
60min
POWER switch
Slide the POWER switch in the
direction of the arrow while
pressing the green button only
when the POWER switch is in the
OFF (CHG) position.
To play back images
1 Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow repeatedly to light up
the (PLAY/EDIT) lamp.
The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the LCD screen.
2 Press EASY.
[Easy Handycam operation ON.] appears, then appears on the LCD screen.
DATE
Recording
date
Previous
6 images
Next 6
images
60min
EASY
12: 34:01DEC 21 2006
EDIT
SETUP
The last recorded/played back
movie is marked with i.
Also, when you touch i, you
can play back the movie from
the point you have stopped
previously.
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(Movie) tab
(Still) tab
(Playlist) tab (p.69)
3 Start playback.
Movies
Touch (Movie) tab, then touc h the thumbnail of the movie to be pl ayed back.
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12:00:00 AM
SETUP
Toggles Play or
Pause as you touch
Next scene
Recording
date/time
Reverse/ Forward
Beginning of the scene/
previous scene
Stop (go to the
VISUAL INDEX screen)
60min
EASY
001-0001
When playback from the selected movie reaches the last movie, the screen returns to the
VISUAL INDEX screen.
• Touch / during pause to play back movie slowly.
• Touch [SETUP] t [VOLUME], then adjust it with / .
Still Images
Touch (Still) tab, then touch the thumbnail of the still image to be played
back.
min
EASY
Go to the VISUAL INDEX
screen
• It may take some time to display the VISUAL INDEX screen.
• When you touch [EDIT] on the VISUAL INDEX screen, you can delete images. See “Deleting images” on
page 45.
Previous/Next
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12:00:00 AM
SETUP
Slide show button
(p.36)
Recording
date/time
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To cancel Easy Handycam
Press EASY again. disappears on the LCD screen.
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Recording/Playback
Recording
Lens cover
Opens in accordance
with the setting of the
POWER switch.
START/STOP B
Zoom lever
PHOTO
POWER switch
START/STOP A
ACCESS lamp
1 Slide the POWER switch in the
direction of the arrow repeatedly to
light up the respective lamp.
Press the green button
only when the POWER
switch is in the OFF
(CHG) position.
2 Start recording.
Movies Still Images
Press START/STOP A (or B).
60min
REC
00:01:00
START/
STOP
P-MENU
[STBY] b [REC]
To stop recording, press START/STOP
again.
• If the ACCESS lamp is on after recording is finished, it means data is still being written onto the hard disk.
Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder, and do not remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor.
• You cannot record movies and still images at the same time.
• A recordable time of movies in a succession is up to 12 hours.
• When a movie data file exceeds 2 GB, the next file is created automatically.
• For image quality of movies, see [REC MODE] (p.61), of still images, see [ IMAGE SIZE] (p.57).
Press PHOTO lightly to adjust the
focus A, then press it fully B.
Beep
60min
FINE
3.0M
Flashing b Lights up
Shutter
click
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P-MENU
A shutter sound is heard. When
disappears, the image has been recorded.
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