Sony DCR-SR85, DCR-SR46 Owner’s Manual

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Digital Video Camera Recorder

Operating Guide Guia de operaciones

DCR-SR45/$R46/$R65/$R85

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For details on the advanced operations, please ret}r to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF).

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Para obtener m,'is informaci6n acerca de las t\mciones avanzadas, consulte la "Guia prfictica de Handycam" (PDF).

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To reducefire orshockhazard,donot expose the unit to rainor moisture,

Donotexposethe batteriesto excessive heat suchassunshine,fireor the like.

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DO_OT_EMOVECOVEa(On BACK)¸

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a_E_ _E_VlCI_ TO QUALI;IEDSERVICEPErSOnNEL

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of unmsulated "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.

IMPORTANT

SAFEGUARDS

For your protection, please read these sa_ instructions complete_ be%re operating the appliance, and kee I) this

manual _r _ture re_rence. Care_lN observe all warnings, precautions

and instructions on the appliance, or the one described in the operating instructions

and adhere to them.

PowerSources

This set should be operated only fi'om 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, rear to the operating in_ructions.

Polarization

_J_isset may be equipped with a polarized ac power cord plug (a plug having one blade wider

than the other). ltais plug will fit into the power outlet only one

way. This is a safety f;gature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, tU reversing the plug. If the plug should still [idl to fit, contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed. Do not de[)at the sa[ety purpose of the polarized plug by ti_rcing it in.

Overloading

Do not oveHoad 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 otany Mnd into the set through opelfings 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 manuti_cturer, as they may cause hazards.

Cleaning

Unplug the set from the wall outlet beR_re cleaning or polishing it. Do not use liquid

cleanersoraerosolcleaners.Useaclothlightly duetolighnlingand power-line surges.

dampened with water ior cleaning the exterior of the set.

Damage Requiring Service

Water and Moisture

Do not itse 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 tile power cord so that it isnot likely to be walked on or pinched _ 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. Tile set may thll, causing serious inju U to a child or an adult, and serious damage to the set. Use only a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the

illan ufhcturer.

Ventilation

The slots and openings in the cabinetare

provided tbr necessal T 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

surfilce. Never place the set in a confined space, such as

a bookcase, or built-in cabinet, unless proper ventilation is provided.

Do riot place the set near or over a radiator or heat register, or where it is exposed to direct sunlight.

Lightning

For added protection _r 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

Unplug the set fi'om tile wall outlet and ret_r 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 fhllen 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 tile cabinet has been damaged.

If the set does not operate normally when following tile operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are specified in the operating instructions, hnproper 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 fi_r service.

Servicing

Do not attempt to ser_ce tile set yourself as

opening or removing covers may expose you to

dangerous voltage or other hazards. Ret)r all servicing to qualified sela,ice personnel.

Replacement parts

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manuthcturer that have the same characteristics as the original parts.

Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

Safety Check

Upon completion of any service or repairs to tile set, ask tile service technician to perform routine safi:ty checks (as specified by the manufi_cturer) to determine that the set is in sate operating

condition.

Readthisfirst

BeIbre operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it tbr filture

reI}rence.

Replace the battery with the specified

type only. Otherwise, fire or injury may

result.

RECYCLINGLITHIUM-IONBATTERIES

Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable.

You can help preserve our

environment by returning

}'our used rechargeable

batteries to the collection and recycling location

nearest you. For more int_rmation

regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call

toll tree 1-800-822- 8837, or

visit http://www.rbrc.org/

Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium-Ion batteries.

Owner'sRecord

The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number

in the space provided below. Ret)r to these numbers whenever you call your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No. DCR Serial No. Model No. AC Serial No.

If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Center l 800 222 SONY (7669).

The number below is t_r the FCC related matters only.

RegulatoryInformation

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY

Model No.: DCR SR45, DCR-SR46 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 lbllowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device nmst accept any interl}rence received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR SR65, DCR-SR85 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 lbllowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interl}rence received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Note

• DCR-SR65/SR85 is to be used with the Handycam Station Model DCRA-C200 and AC

Adaptor Model AC-L200/L200B.

CAUTION You are cautioned that ally changes or

modifications not expressly approved ill this manual could void your authoriW to

operate this equipment.

Note

This equipment has been tested and %und to comply with the limits Ibr a Class B

digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of tile 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 intert}rence 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 h'om that to which the receiver is conllected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV teclmician %r help.

Tile' supplied interface cable' must be used with tlle equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

For the State of California, USA only Perchlorate Material special handling may

apply, See xs_v.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ _erchlorate Perchlorate Material: Lithium batter},, contains perchlorate.

Batterypack

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1 ) This device may not cause harmtkd interference, and (2) this device nmst accept ally interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This Class B digital apparatus complies

with Canadian ICES-003.

Supplied items

The numbers in ( ) are the supplied quantity.

AC Adaptor (1) Power cord (Mains lead) (1)

Handycam Station (1) [_ (DCR-SR65/SR85) A/V connecting cable (1) [_ USB cable (1) [_

Wireless Remote Commander (1) (DCR-SR651 SR85) A button-type lithimn battery is already

installed.

• Rechargeable battel T pack NP-FH40 (1)

• CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software" (1) (p. 26)

Picture Motion Browser (Software) PMB Guide

Handycam Handbook (PDF)

• "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1)

V;2

Using the camcorder

• The camcorder is not dustproo_d, dripproofed

or waterproofiM. See "Precautions" (p. 32).

• Do not do any otthe tollowing when the

(movie)/l_ (still image) lamps (p. 12) or

ACCESS lamps (p. 14,19) is lit or flashing.

Otl_erwise the media may be damaged, recorded us

images may be lost or other malfunctions could occur.

Remove the "Memory Stick PRO Duo." Remove the battel T pack or AC Adaptor Irom

the ognlcorder. Apply mechanical shock or vibration to tile

camcorder.

• When connecting your camcorder to another device with a cable, be sure to insert the

connector plug in the correct way. Pushing the plug Iorcibly into the terminal will damage the ternfinal and may result in a malhmction of your camcorder.

• 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.

• Do not use your camcorder in very loud areas. The hard disk of the camcorder may not be recognized, or recording may not be possible.

• To protect the internal hard disk from shock by dropping, the camcorder has drop sensor

function*. When a drop occurs, or under a non- gravity condition, the block noise made when this function is activated by the camcorder may

also be recorded. If the drop sensor catches a drop repeatedly, recording/play back may be

stopped.

• When the temperature of the camcorder becomes extremely high or extremely low, you may not be able to record or play back on the camcorder, due to the protection l_:atures of the camcorder being activated in such situations. In this case, an indicator appears on the LCD screen (p. 30).

• Do not turn oil the camcorder in a low-pressure area, where tile altitude is more than 3,000

meters (9,800 feet). Doing so may damage the hard disk drive of your camcorder.

• If you repeat recording/deleting images tbr a long time, t?agmentation of data occurs on the media. Images cannot be saved or recorded. In such a case, save your images (Ill SOIlle type of external media first, and then perform [MEDIA

FORMAT] *.

• Fasten the grip belt and hold your camcorder correctly while recording.

• To adjust the LCD panel, open tile I,CD panel

90 degrees to the camcorder ((_)), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play (@).

You can rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees to the lens side (@) to record in mirror mode.

(_)90 degrees to the

(_) 90 degrees (max.)

@ 180 degrees (max.)

• The LCD screen is manufi_ctured using

extremely high-precision technology, so over

99.99% of the pixels are operational Ior efi_:ctive use. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue,

or green in color) that appear constantly on the LCD screen. These points are normal results of

the manufilcturing process and do not affect tile recording in any way.

• Remove the insulation sheet betore using the

Remote Commander. (DCR-SR65/SR85)

Insulation sheet

Types of "Memory Stick" you can use with your camcorder

• For recording movies, it is recommended that you use a "Memol T Stick PRO Duo" of 512 MB or larger marked with:

MEMIIRYSII[K PR0 BUO ("Memory Stick PRO Duo")*

Memorvstl[gPRfl-HGDuo("Memory Stick

camcorder

PRO-HG Duo")

* Marked with Mark2 or not are available.

• A "Memo1T Stick PRO Duo" of up to 8 GB has

been confirmed to operate correctly with this camcorder.

• See page 13 for tile recordable time of a "Memory Stick PRO Duo."

• "Memory Stick PRO Duo" and "Menmry Stick PRO-HG Duo" are both called as "Memory

Stick PRO Duo" ill this manual.

On recording

• Before starting to record, test the recording function to make sure the image and sound are recorded without ally problems.

• Compensation for fidlure or loss of recording cannot be provided, even if recording or

playback is not possible due to a malfunction of the camcorder, recording media, etc.

• TV color systems difl;grdepending on the country/region. To view your recordings on a TV, you need an NTSC system-based TV.

• Television programs, fihns, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contra W to the copyright laws.

Save all your recorded image data

• To prevent your image data fi'onl being lost, save all your recorded images on external media periodically. It is recommended that you save the image data on a disc such as a DVD-R using your computer*. Also, you call save your image data using a VCR, or a DVD/HDD recorder*.

When the camcorder isconnected to a computer

• Do not try to format the hard disk of the camcorder using a computer. If you do so, your

camcorder may not operate correctly.

About language setting

• Tile on-screen displays in each local language

are used for illustrating the operating procedures. Change the screen language before

using your camcorder ifnecessary (p. 12).

About this manual

• The LCD screens and indicators shown in this manual were taken with a digital still camera,

and may look dilSgrent from what you actually see.

• In this Operating Guide, the hard disk and "Memory Stick PRO Duo" are called "media."

• Unless otherwise specifically indicated, illustrations in this manual are based on DCR-

SR85.

• Tile screenshots are from Windows Vista, and may vavr" depending on tile operating system of

the computer.

* Refer also to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF)

and "PMB Guide."

Note on disposal/transfer

• If you per_rm [MEDIA FORMAT}* to _rmat the hard disk of the camcorder, data may not be completely deleted from the hard disk. When you transfer tile camcorder, it is recommended that you perform [ eB EMPTY]* to prevent the recovery of 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.

Table of contents

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS........................2

Read this first .................................................4

Step 1: Charging the battery pack .........9

Step 2: Turning the power on, and

setting the date and time ....................12

Changingthe language setting...............12

Step 3: Selecting the media ...................13

Recording ..................................................... 15

Playback ........................................................ 16

Playingtheimage on a TV...........................17

Other parts and functions of the

camcorder .................................................18

Indicators displayed during recording/

playback .....................................................20

Performing various functions -

"11_HOME" and ,,0___-OPTION"..............22

Saving images ............................................24

Deleting images .........................................25

Performing with a computer .................26

Handbook/software to beinstalled 26 Installing"PictureMotion Browser" 2d

Troubleshooting ........................................ 29

Self diagnosis display/Warning

indicators ............................................................30

Precautions ..................................................32

Specifications ..............................................34

Step 1: Charging the battery pack

DCR-SR65/SR85

CHG lamp

Battery pack

DC IN jack

AC Ada

DCR-SR45/SR46 DC plug

With tile • mark on the right

Open the jack cover.

AC Ada

POWER switch

DC plug

With the • mark

on tile top

Power cord (Mains lead)

To the wall outlet

(wall socket)

DClNjack

Power cord

(Mains lead)

To tile wall outlet

(wall socket)

You can charge the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack {H series) after attaching it to your camcorder.

_,_ Notes

• Your camcorder operates only with all

"InfoI,ITHIUM" battel y pack (H series).

1 Turn the POWER switch in the

direction of the arrow to OFF (CHG) (the default setting).

2 Attach the battery pack by sliding it

in the direction of the arrow until it clicks.

For DCR-SR65/SR85: Connect the AC Adaptor to the DC

IN jack on the Handycam Station. For DCR-SR45/SR46:

Connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack on your camcorder.

Open the jack cover and connect the DC plug of the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack.

4 For DCR-SR65/SR85:

Connect the power cord (mains lead) to the AC Adaptor and the wall outlet (wall socket). Insert

the camcorder into the Handycam

Station securely, all the way to the bottom.

• When setting the camcorder onto the Hand3_am Station, close tile DC IN jack

cover.

For DCR-SR45/SR46: Connect the power cord (mains

lead) to the AC Adaptor and the wall outlet (wall socket).

The CHG (charge) lamp lights up arm charging starts.

The CHG (charge) lamp turns offwhen the battery is fully charged.

Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack holding both the DC plug and the Handycam Station (DCR-SR65/ SR85) or your camcorder (DCR SR45/

SR46).

"_" Tips

• For DCR-SR65/SR85: Same as DCR-SR45/SR46, you can charge the

battery pack by connecting the AC Adaptor to your camcorder.

To remove the battery pack

Turn the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). Slide the BATT (battery) release lever and

remove the battery pack.

BATT (battery) release lever

Charging time: Approximate time (rain.) required to fully charge a completely exhausted battery pack.

Recording/Playback time: Approximate time (rain.) available when

you use a fully charged battery pack.

(Unit:min.)

45/i

Charging time 125 125 Recording time

Continuous

recording 110 105

time

100 90

Typical 50 45

recording 50 50

time

Playback time 140 140

Top: When the media is set to the hard disk Bottom: When the media is set to the "Memo D"

Stick PRO Duo"

120 120

{,J Notes

• All times measured under the following settings:

Recording mode: [SP] The I.CD backlight turns: [ON]

• Typical recording time shows the time when you repeat recording start/stop, turning the

power on/off and zooming.

On the battery pack

•Betore changing the battel T pack or removing the AC Adaptor t_om the camcorder, turn

the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) and make sure that tile _ (Movie/ lamp/ I_ (Still) lamp (p. 12)/ACCESS lamps (p. 14,19) is turned off-

• The power will not be supplied from the battery as long as tile AC Adaptor is connected to the DC IN jack of your camcorder or the Handycam Station (DCR-SR65/SR85), even when tile power cord (mains lead) is

disconnected from the wall outlet (wall socket).

On the charging/recording/playback time

• Times measured when using the camcorder at 25°C (77 F) (10°C to 30°C (5(1 F to 86 'F) is

recommended).

• The available recording and playback time will be shorter when you use your camcorder ill low temperatures.

• The available recording and playback time will be shorter depending on the conditions under

which you use your camcorder.

On the AC Adaptor

• Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor h'om the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately if any malfunction occurs while lasing yolar calilcorder.

• 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 battel T terminal with any metallic objects. This may cause a malfunction.

• Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power source (mains) is still supplied to it while connected to the wall outlet (wall socket) via the AC Adaptor.

Step2:Turningthe poweron,andsetting the date and time

t1_ (HOME) (p. 22)

- POWER switch

When using the camcorder tk_rthe first

time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears on the

I.CD screen.

1 While pressing the green button,

turn the POWER switch repeatedly in the direction of the arrow until

the respective lamp lights up,

I_ (Movie): To record movies O (Still): To record still images

Go to step 3 when you turn on your camcorder for the first time.

• When you turn on the O (Still)lamp, the screen aspect ratio is changed to 4:3 automatically.

2 Touch t1_ (HOME) --_ _ (SETTINGS)

--_ [CLOCK/{_ LANG] --* [CLOCK

SET],

The [CLOCK SET] screen appears.

3 Select the desired geographical

area with D / D, then touch [NEXT],

The clock starts.

"_" Tips

• _fl_edate and time do not appear during recording, but they are automatically recorded on the media, and can be displayed during playback.

• You can turn off the operation beeps by touching _ (HOME) --+ _ (SETTINGS)

[SOUND/DISP SET]--+ [BEEP] _ [OFF].

You can change the on-screen displays to show messages in a specified language.

Touch 1_ (HOME) --_ _ (SETTINGS) --_ [CLOCK/_ LANG] -q" {_ LANGUAGE

SET], then select the desired language.

4 Set [DST SET] or [SUMMERTIME], [Y]

(year), [M1 (month), [D1 (day), hour and minute, then touch [_,

Step 3: Selecting the media

You can select the hard disk or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" as the recording/i)layback/ editing media on your camcorder. Select the media lbr movies and still images separately. The defimlt setting is hard disk tbr movies and still images.

Hard disk

Movie

"Memory Stick"

Notes

• You can do recording/playback/editing

operations tot the selected media only. When you want to change, reselect the media.

• The recordable time with [SPI recording mode (the detimlt setting) is as ti_dlows (approx):

The internal hard disk: DCR-SR45:10 hours 40 minutes DCR-SR46/SR65:14 hours 30 minutes DCR-SR85:21 hours 50 minutes

"Memory Stick PRO Duo" (4 GB) made by Sony Corporation: 80 minutes

• Check the nmnber of recordable still images on the LCD screen of your camcorder (p. 20).

1 Touch 1_ (HOME) -+ I_ (MANAGE

MEDIA) tab on the screen,

The media setting screen appears.

3 Select the media you want to set,

4 Touch [YES] -_ _.

The media is changed.

To confirm the recording media setting

Turn the POWER switdl repeatedly to light

up the _ll (Movie)/I'_ (Still) lamp, depending on which media setting you want to check.

_) Checl( the media icon on tile screen.

_°_ IZ3 : "Memory

Stick PRO Duo"

Prepare a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" if

[MEMORY STICK] has been selected as

the media. For types of"Memory Stick" ynu can use in

your camcorder, see page 6.

;g g.

2 Touch [MOVIE MEDIA SET] to select

the media for movies, and touch

[PHOTO MEDIA SET] to select the media for still images.

1 Insert a "Memory Stick PRO Duo,"

(_) Open the Memory Stick Duo cover in the

direction of tile arrow.

@ Insert a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" into

the Memory Stick Duo slot ill the right orientation until it clicks.

@ (;lose the Memm T Stick Duo cover.

ACCESS lain ("Memm T Stick

PRO Duo")

2 Ifyou have selected [MEMORY

STICK] as the movie media, turn the POWER switch until the I_ ]Movie]

lamp lights up.

The [Create a new Image Database File.] screen appears on the LCD screen when you insert a new "Memory Stick PRO

Duo 2

Notes

• Do not open the Memory Stick Duo cover while

recording.

• Inserting a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" tbrcibly in the wrong direction may cause a malhmction to the "Memol T Stick PRO Duo," Memory Stick Duo slot or image data.

• If [Failed to create a new" hnage Database File. It may be possible that there is not enough tree space.] appears in step 3, ff_rmat the "Memory

Stick PRO Duo." All recorded data on the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" will be deleted when

you/brmat.

• Be carehd not to allow the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" to pop out and hdl when you push on and

remove it.

3 Touch [YESI.

To record only still images on a "Memory Stick PRO Duo," touch [NO1.

To remove the "Memory Stick PRO Duo"

Open the Memory Stick Duo cover and

lightly push on the "Memory Stick PRO

us Duo,"

Recording

Tile images are recorded on tile media selected on tile media setting (p. 13). Tile deIhult setting is hard disk for both movies and still images.

1 LENSCOVERswitch 3

START/STOP[]

_1 POWER switch

]_:To record movies I1_: To record still images

PHOTO

[STBY] _ [REC]

START/STOP [_]

1 Slide the LENS COVER switch to open.

Flashing --+ Lights tip

2 Turn the POWER switch until the respective lamp lights up.

Press tile green button only when tile POWER switch is in tile OFF (CHG) position.

3 Start recording.

Press START/STOP [] (or _).

To stop recording, press START/STOP again.

"_" Tips

• You can check the flee media space by touching

_" (HOME) _ _ (MANAGE MEDIA) --_

[MEDIA INFOf

Press PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus

(a beep sounds), then press it fully

0 (a shutter click sounds).

Mill appearsbeside6 or _]. When Mill

disappears, the image has been recorded.

• The mrcdmum continuous recordable time of

movies is approximately 13 hours.

• When a movie file exceeds 2 GB, the next movie

file is created automatically.

Playback

You can play back images recorded on the media selected in tile media setting (p. 13).

Tile defimlt setting is tile hard disk.

[] (VIEW IMAGES)

button [_

[] (VIEW IMAGES) button []

@ HOME MENU @ Previous 6 images

@ Next 6 images @ Returns to the recording screen

@ Displays movies

_1 POWER switch

@ Displays still images (_) _ (OPTION)

@ Searches for images by date @ Goes to the Igl (Face Index) screen @ Goes to the _ (Fihn Roll Index) screen

1 Turn the POWER switch to turn on your camcorder.

2 Pressthe [] (VIEW IMAGES) _ (or [_) button.

Tile VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the LCD screen. (It may take some seconds.)

3 Start playback.

Touch the _ tab, and the movie to be played back.

Goes to beginning Toggles Play of the scene/ or Pause as Next

previous movie you touch movie

I_101-0001

Touch the I_1 tab, and the still image to be played back.

Slide show button

101-0014 2

Stop (goes to the VISUAL Reverse/Forward INDEX screen)

Goes to the VISUAL Previous/ INDEX screen Next

Toadjustthevolumeofmovies

When pla_ng back a movie, touch (OPTION) -+ _ tab -_" [VOLUME],then adjust the volume with E_E_/_.

"_" Tips

• Ill"_l/l" appears with the image on each of the

tab that was lastly played back/recorded. When you touch image marked with I1_1/I,-, you can pl W it back trom the point you have stopped previously.

Connect your camcorder to the input jack ofa TV or VCR using the A/V connecting cable [] (supplied) or an A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO [] (optional). For

details, see"Handycam Handbook" (PDF).

DCR-SR45/SR46

A/V Remote Connector

DCR-SR65/SR85 A/V OUTjack

SVIDEO

VIDEO

(Yellow) (White)

AUDIO

(Yellow)

, '::, : Signal flow

(Red)

VCRorTVs

Otherpartsand functionsof the camcorder

Buttons,jacks, etc., which are not explained in other chapters, are explained here.

Handycam Station (DCR-SR65/SR85)

_ Power ZOOIn lever

Move the power zoom lever slightly for a slower zoom. Move it further tbr a

faster zoom. You can magnify still images from

about 1.1 to 5 times the original size

(Playback zoom).

• When you touch the screen during

playback zoom, the point y(m touched will

be displayed in the center of the displayed

tranle.

Hook tor a shoulder belt Attach the shoulder belt (optional).

Remote sensor (DCR SR65/SR85)/ Infrared port Receives tile signal from the Remote

Colnulauder. Built-in microphone

Zoom buttons Press *br zooming in/out.

You can magnify still images from about 1.1 to 5 times the original size

(Playback zoom).

• When you t(mch the screen dm'ing playback zoom, thepoint you touched will be displayedin the center of the LCDscreen.

_) (DISC BURN) button Create a disc by connecting tile camcorder to a computer. For details, see "PMB Guide" (p. 26).

DISP/BATT INFO button You can switch tile screen display when

you press w _ile t _e power s set to o 1 \\r le 1you press w 1 le the power is set to OFF (CHG), you can check tile

remai ling battery [] (back light) button

Press [] (back light) to display [] tbr adjusting tile exposure for backlit

subjects. Press [] (back light) again to cancel the backlight tuuctiou.

RESET button Press RESET to initialize all the settings, including the clock setting.

Speaker

IT "7

rlt od receptacle (Bottom surtace)

Attach tile tripod (optional: the length of the screw must be less than 5..> ulnl

(7/32 m.)) to tile tripod receptacle using a tripod screw.

EAS'_ button Press EASY to display _k-_ and most

ofthesettingsaresetautomaticallylbr easyrecording/playback.Tocancel, pressEASYagain.

[] NIGHTSHOTPLUSswitch

SettheNIGHTSHOTPLUSswitch toON([_appears)torecordindark places.

[] QUICKONbutton

TheQUICKONlampflashesandyour camcordergoestopowersavingmode (sleepmode).PressQUICKONagain tostartrecordingnexttime.Your

camcorder returns to recording standby in approximately I second.

With [QUICK ON STBY], you can set

the time when the camcorder turns off in sleep mode.

[] ACCESS lamp (Hard disk)

When the ACCESS lamp is lit or

flashing, your camcorder is writing/ reading data.

[] A/V Remote Connector / A/V OUT

jack

Connect with the A/V connecting cable.

[] _ (USB)jack

Connect with the USB cable.

[] Active Interlhce Shoe N {g_,%_>0_(DCR

SR65/SR85) The Active Interface Shoe supplies

power to optional accessories such as a video light, a flash, or a microphone. The accessory can be turned on or offas

you operate the POWER switch on your

camcorder.

[] Interface connector

Connectyour camcorder and the Handycam Station.

(DCR SR65/SR85)

Indicatorsdisplayedduringrecording/playback

Recordingmovies

Recordingstillimages

Viewing movies

Viewing still images

HOME button Remaining battery (approx.)

Recording status ([STBYI (standby) or

[REC] (recording)) Recording mode (HQ/SP/LP) The recordi _g/pla)back nedia Counter (hour/minute/second) Recording remaining times

OPTION button VIEW IMAGES button Face Index set hnage size

Apt)roxlmate number ol recordable stdl images/Recording media

Return button Playback mode

Curre _tly playi _g movie mmber/ Number of total recorded movies

Pre_qous/Next button Video operation buttons

Data file name Curre _tly playi _g still image number/

Number of total recorded still images Playback tolder

Dist)lays only when the recording media of still images is a "Memory Stick

PRO Duo." Slide show button

VISUAL INDEX button

Following indicators appear during recording/playback to indicate the settings of your camcorder.

Upper left Upper right

Center

_[_,OMV[--vGALor_ _IMAGE SIZE

C,D Slide show set

[] Nightghot plus S[_ Super NightShot plus

[_] Color Slow Shutter [] PictBridge connecting

c\_[1_[,l,,3

@ _1 "_lllr'I_ Warning

Bottom (]enter

Upper left

x(_) SellLtimer recording

(_ _+ _- Flash/REDEYE REDUC

W_ MICREF LEVEL low 4:3 WIDE SELECT

._ BLT-IN ZOOM MIC

Upper right

WHITE BLACK Fader

FADER FADER

"g-d_F LCD backlight off

_BFF Drop sensor off

_;3 Drop sensor activated

0-@ a-E3

The media selected tbr still images

Bottom

nii

Picture effect

JD+, Digital effect @ IA_ Manual lbcus

@ [] -'_ @ SCENE SELECTION

[] Back light _ _ _m_ White balance

'_ SteadyShot off

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T_ TELE MACRO

1_] Face Index

"_" Tips

• Indicators and their positions are approximate and difli:r from what you actually see. See "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) tot details.

• The recording date and time is recorded automatically on the media. They are not

displayed while recording. However, you can check them as [DATA CODE] during playback.

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