Sony HDR-SR10 Handycam Operating Manual
SONY:
Digital HD Video Camera Recorder
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For details on the advanced operations, please refer to "Handycam
Handbook" (PDF).
Para obtener mas informacion acerca de las funciones avanzadas,
consuite la "Quia practica de Handycam" (PDF).
© 2008 Sony Corporation
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SERIES
Horn.
To reduce fire or shock hazard, do
not expose the unit to rain or
moisture.
Do not expose the batteries to
excessive heat such as sunshine,
fire or the like.
IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
Foryour protection, please read these safety
instructions completely before operating
the appliance, and keep this manual for
future reference.
Carefully observe all warnings, precautions
or
and instructions on the appliance,
described in the operating instructions and
adhere to them.
the one
CAUTION: TO REDUCE
DO
NO
USER·SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
THE
RISKOFELECTRIC SHOCK.
NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
This symbol is intended to alert
the user to the presence
uninsulated "dangerous
voltage" within the product's
enclosure that may be
sufficient magnitude to
of
constitute a risk
shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert
the user to the presence
important operating and
maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
electric
of
of
of
Power
This set should be operated only from the type
power source indicated on the marking label.
you are not sureofthe typeofelectrical power
supplied to your home, consult your dealer or
local power company. For those sets designed to
operate from battery power, orother sources, refer
to the operating instructions.
Sources
of
If
Polarization
This set may be equipped with a polarized ac
(a
power cord plug
than the other).
This plug will fit into the power outlet only one
way. This is a safety feature.
insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing
If
the plug.
your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed.
Do not defeat the safety purpose
plug by forcing it in.
the plug should still fail to fit, contact
plug having one blade wider
If
you are unable to
of
the polarized
Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords
convenience receptacles beyond their capacity,
or
since this can result in fire
electric shock.
or
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Object
Never push objectsofany kind into the set
through openings
voltage points or short out parts that could result
in
kind on the set.
and
Liquid
a fireorelectric shock. Never spill liquidofany
Entry
as
they may touch dangerous
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 orpolishing it. Do not use liquid cleaners
or aerosol cleaners. Use a cloth lightly dampened
with water for cleaning the exterior
of
the set.
long periods
outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system.
This will prevent damage to the set due to
lightning and power-line surges.
Service:
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time, unplug it from the wall
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Water
Do not use power-line operated sets near
for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen
sink, or laundry tub,
swimming pool, etc.
Power-Cord
Route the power cord so that itisnot likely to be
walked on or pinched
against them, paying particular attention to the
plugs, receptacles, and the point where the cord
exits from the appliance.
and
Moisture
in
a wet basement, or near a
Protection
by
items placed upon or
water-
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
damage to the set. Use only a cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table recommended by the
manufacturer.
an
adult, and serious
Ventilation
Damage
Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
- When the power cord or plug
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
other controls may resultindamage and will
often require extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the set
- When the set exhibits a distinct change
performance - this indicates a need for service.
Requiring
Service
is
damaged or
to
normal operation.
of
in
Servicing
The slots and openings in the cabinet are provided
for necessary ventilation. To ensure reliable
of
operation
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
a bookcase, or built-in cabinet, unless proper
ventilation is provided.
- Do not place the set near or over a radiator or
heat register, orwhere it
sunlight.
the set, and to protect it from
in
a confined space, such as
is
exposed to direct
Lightning
For added protection for this set during a lightning
storm, or when it
is
left unattended and unused for
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.
Replacement
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.
Safety
Upon completionofany service or repairs to the
set, ask the service technician to perform routine
safety checks (as specified
to determine that the set
condition.
Check
parts
by
isinsafe operating
the manufacturer)
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Read
this
first
Before operating the unit, please read this
manual thoroughly, and retain it for future
reference.
Replace the battery with the
specified type only. Otherwise, fire
or injury may result.
RECYCLING
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
800-822- 8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking
Lithium-Ion batteries.
LITHIUM-ION
of
rechargeable batteries, call toll free
BATTERIES
Regulatory
Information
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: HDR-SRIO
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
Rules. Operation
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.
is
subject to the following two
15ofthe FCC
Notes
HDR-SRlOisto be used with the
Handycam Station Model DCRA-C220 and
AC Adaptor Model AC-L2001L200B.
1-
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.
Owner's
The model and serial numbers are located on the
bottom. Record the serial number
provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever
you call your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No. HDR-
Serial No.
Model No. ACSerial No.
If
you have any questions about this
Record
in
the space
product, you may call:
Sony Customer Information Center 1-800222-S0NY
(7669).
The number below is for the FCC related
matters only.
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Note
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part15of
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
instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference
in
will not occur
equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be
determined
the user
interference by one or more
measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment
is
and receiver.
a particular installation.Ifthis
by
turning the equipment
encouraged to try to correct the
the FCC Rules.
in
accordance with the
off
of
the following
and on,
-
Connect
circuit different
is connected.
-
Consult
technician for help.
The
equipmentinordertocomply
digital
FCC
For
Perchlorate
apply,
www.dtsc.ca. govIhazardouswaste/perchlorate
Perchlorate Material:
perchlorate.
Supplied
the
equipment
from
the
dealeroran
supplied
Rules.
the
interface
device
pursuanttoSubpartBof
StateofCalifornia,
Material
See
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Lithium
items
intoanoutletona
that to
cable
which
experienced
mustbeused
with
handling
battery
The numbers in ( ) are the supplied
quantity.
•
AC
Adaptor
•
Power
•
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•
Component
• AIV
connecting
• USB
•
A button-type lithium battery is already installed.
•
•
•
cable
Wireless
Rechargeable
CD-ROM
(I)
(p. 24)
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PMB
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Using
•
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camcorder
or
waterproofed.
•
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notdoanyofthe following
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battery
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the
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camcorder
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device with
insert the
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connect
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not apply
•
camcorder.
camcorder
playback
•
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not
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recognized,
•
To
protect the internal hard disk from
dropping,
function*.
gravity condition, the block noise made
this function is activatedbythe
also
drop
stopped.
•
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becomes
may
camcorder,
camcorder
this case, a message appears
(p.28).
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not
area, where the altitude is
meters (9,800 feet).
hard
If
you repeat recording/deleting images for a long
•
time, fragmentation
Images cannot
save your images on some type
first, and then perform [MEDIA FORMAT]*.
• Fasten the grip
correctly while recording.
the
media
maybedamaged,
images
the
camcorder
mechanical
connecting
connector
the
the terminal
cablestothe connectorsofthe
the cables to
may
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hard
diskofyour
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recorded.Ifthe
repeatedly, recording/playback
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notbeabletorecordorplay
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disk
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could
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the
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notbepossible.
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be
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camcordertoanother
cables,besure to
plug
in the correct way.
and
may result in a
your
camcorder.
your
Handycam
camcorder.
internal hard
camcorder
recording may notbepossible.
to the protection featuresofthe
activated in
camcorder
of
saved orrecorded. In such a case,
belt
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both
the
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diskofthe
in very loud areas.
camcorder
has drop
occurs,orunder
camcorder
drop
sensor
camcorder
such
on
the
in a low-pressure
more
than
Doingsomay
camcorder.
data occurs on the media.
of
and
hold
your
Duo"
Adaptor
may not be
sensor
catches a
backonthe
situations. In
LCD
damage
external media
camcorder
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a non-
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• To adjust the LCD panel, open the LCD panel
90 degrees to the camcorder
to the best angle to record
rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees to the lens
(@)
side
to record in mirror mode.
or
(CD),
play
(@).
then rotate it
You can
G)90 degrees to the
camcorder
Typesof"Memory
with
your
camcorder
•
For
recording movies, it is recommended that
you use a "Memory Stick PRO Duo"
larger marked with:
-
MEMORY
PRO
-
MEMORYSTI(KPRO-H60uo
PRO-HG Duo")
* Marked with Mark2
used.
• A "Memory Stick PRO Duo"
been confirmed to operate correctly with this
camcorder.
• See page
"Memory Stick PRO Duo."
• "Memory Stick PRO Duo" and "Memory Stick
PRO-HG Duo" are both called as "Memory
Stick PRO Duo"
On
recording
STI[K
Duo")*
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for the recordable timeofa
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or
in
this manual.
you
can
use
of
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("Memory Stick
("Memory Stick
not, either can be
of
up to 8 GB has
or
®180
• The LCD screen is manufactured using
extremely high-precision technology, so over
99.99%
effective use. However, there may be some tiny
black points and/or bright points (white, red,
blue, or green in color) that appear constantly on
LCD
the
of
the manufacturing process and do not affect
the recording
• Remove the insulation sheet before using the
Remote Commander.
degrees (max.)
of
the pixels are operational for
screen. These points are normal results
in
any way.
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function to make sure the image and sound are
recorded without any problems.
of
• Compensation for the contents
cannot be provided, even
playback is not possible due to a malfunction
the camcorder, recording media, etc.
• TV color systems differ depending on the
country/region.
TV, you need
• Television programs, films, video tapes, and
other materials may be copyrighted.
Unauthorized recording
be contrary to the copyright laws.
On
playing
other
• Your camcorder is compatible with MPEG-4
devices
AVC/H.264 High Profile for HD (high
definition) image quality recording. Therefore,
you cannot play back images recorded with HD
(high definition) image quality on your
camcorder with the following devices;
- Other AVCHD format compatible devices
which are not compatible with High Profile
- Devices which are not compatible with the
AVCHD format
To
an
NTSC system-based TV.
back
if
view your recordings on a
of
recorded
recordings
recording
such materials may
or
images
of
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Table
of
Contents
Save
• To prevent your image data from being lost,
When
all
your
recorded
save all yourrecorded images on external media
periodically.
the image data on a disc such
your computer*. Also, you can save your image
data using a VCR, or a DVDIHDD recorder*.
It is recommended that you save
the
camcorderisconnectedtoa
image
as
DVD-R using
data
computer
• Do not try to format the hard diskofthe
If
camcorder using a computer.
camcorder may not operate correctly.
you do so, your
Noteondisposal/transfer
• Evenifyou perform [MEDIA FORMA
of
formatting the hard disk
may not delete data from the hard disk
completely. When you transfer the camcorder, it
is recommended that you perform
EMPTY]* to prevent the recoveryofyour data.
Also, when you dispose
recommended that you destroy the actual body
of
the camcorder.
About
• Theon-screen displays in each local languageare
About
• The imagesofthe LCD screen used in this
•
• The screenshots are from Windows Vista. The
* Refer also to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) and
language
used for illustrating the operating procedures.
Change the screen language before using your
camcorder
manual for illustration purposes are captured
using a digital still camera, and therefore may
appear different from the actual images
LCD screen.
In
this Operating Guide, the hard diskofyour
camcorder and "Memory Stick PRO Duo" are
called "media."
scenes may vary depending on the operating
system
"PMB Guide."
if
this
manual
of
the computer.
setting
necessary (p. 10).
the camcorder, you
of
the camcorder, it is
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of
or
the
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 2
Read this first .4
Getting
Started
Step1:Charging the battery pack
..
Step2:Turning the power on, and
setting the date and time 10
Changing the language setting
................................................... 10
Step3:Selecting the media
11
Recording/Playback
Recording 13
Playback 14
Playing the image on a
TV
15
Name and functions of each part
.................................................... 16
Indicators displayed during recording/
playback 18
Performing various functions -
HOME" and
"0-
OPTION" 20
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Saving images 22
Deleting images 23
Enjoying
withacomputer
Performing with a computer ..........24
Installing and viewing "Handycam
Handbook" (PDF) 24
Installing "Picture Motion Browser"
................................................... 24
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting 27
Additional
Information
8
Precautions 30
Specifications 32
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Getting
Started
Step
4
Battery pack
1:
Charging
DC IN jack
the
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battery
5
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pack
I
S/CHG lamp
To
(wall socket)
the wall outlet
You can charge the "lnfoLiTHIUM"
(H
battery pack
attaching it to your camcorder.
" Notes
• You cannot attach any "InfoLiTHIUM" battery
pack other than the H series to your camcorder.
series) after
1 Connect the AC Adaptor to the
DC
IN jack on the Handycam
Station.
Be sure that
is
facing up.
the'"
mark on the DC plug
2 Connect the power cord (mains
lead) to the AC Adaptor and the
wall outlet (wall socket).
4 Attach the battery pack by sliding
in
the direction of the arrow
it
it
until
clicks.
5 Set the camcorder onto the
Handycam Station securely.
The S/CHG (charge) lamp lights up and
charging starts. The S/CHG (charge)
lamp turns off when the battery pack
fully charged. Remove the camcorder
from the Handycam Station.
To
remove
Tum
the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).
Slide the BATT (battery release) lever and
remove the battery pack.
the
battery
pack
is
3 Turn the POWER switch
direction of the arrow to OFF
(CHG) (the default setting).
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the
BATT (battery release) lever
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the
POWER
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the
the
on
battery
switchtoOFF
AC
Adaptor
the
camcorder.
pack
using
directlytothe
only
(CHO),
*1
[REC MODE]: SP
*2
When the LCD backlight is on
*3
Typical recording time shows the time when
you repeat recording start/stop, turning the
power on/off and zooming.
POWER switch
With
theAmark
on
the right
DC plug
Charging
Approximate
you
battery
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you
"HD"
quality,
quality.
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Recording
Continuous
recording time
time:
time
fully
chargeacompletely
pack.
time
useafully
stands
and
charged
for
"SD"
time
time*1*2
high
(min.)
time:
(min.)
definition
stands
HO
90
required
available
battery
for
standard
SO
110
DC
IN
jack
Open
the
cover.
when
exhausted
when
pack.
image
(Unitmin.)
HO
135
90
jack
image
so
110
On the battery pack
• When you remove the battery pack
disconnect the AC Adaptor, turn the POWER
switch to OFF (CHG) and make sure that the
JO
(Movie)
ACCESS lamps (p.
• The power will not be supplied from the battery
as long as the AC Adaptor is connected to the
IN jack
DC
Station, even when the 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 (50°F to 86°F) is
recommended).
• The 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.
On the AC Adaptor
• Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when
using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC
Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket)
immediately ifany malfunction occurs while
using your camcorder.
• Do not use the AC Adaptor placed
space, such as between a wall and furniture.
• Do not short-circuit the DC plug
Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic
objects. This may cause a malfunction.
• Evenifyour 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.
lamp/O
of
your camcorderorthe Handycam
(Still) lamp
12,
16)
are turned off.
or
(p.
in
of
10)/
a narrow
the AC
•
Typical
recording
time*3
Playback
time*2
40 50 40
130 130 130 130
50
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Step
2:
Turning
the
power
on,
and
setting
the
date
~
and
(HOME) (p. 20)
time
Touch the button on the
LCD screen.
1 While pressing the green button,
turn the POWER switch
in
repeatedly
arrow until the respective lamp
lights up.
n:1
(Movie):
the direction of the
To
record
movies
POWER switch
The
clock
1
starts.
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When using the
camcorderfor the
first time, the
[CLOCK SET]
screen appears on
the
LCD
screen.
Q (Still):
Gotostep3when
camcorder
• When
screen aspect ratio
automatically.
2 Touch
(SETTINGS)
00
LANG]
you
~
To
record
you
for
the
first time.
turn
on
0 (Still) lamp, the
is
changed to 4:3
(HOME)
-+
[CLOCK!
-+
[CLOCK SET].
still
images
turnonyour
-+
iii
3 Select the desired geographical
area with
[NEXT].
Dig,
4 Set lOST SET] or [SUMMERTIME],
[V] (year), [M] (month),
us
10
hour and minute, then touch
then touch
[0]
(day),
lOKI.
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Tips
• The date and time does not appear during
recording, but they are automatically recorded
on the media, and can be displayed during
playback.
You
can tum offthe operation beeps
•
touching~(HOME)
[SOUND/DISP SET]
You
can
show
messages
Touch
-+
[00
desired
~
[CLOCKJOO
LANGUAGE
change
language.
the
in a
(HOME)
LANG]
SET],
--+
iii
--+
[BEEP]
on-screen
specified
-+
iii
-+
then
by
(SETTINGS)
--+
[OFF].
displays
language.
(SETTINGS)
select
the
--+
to
Step
You
Stick
editing
media
separately.
The
and
3:
Selecting
can
select the
PRO
Duo"
mediaonyour
for
movies
default
still images.
setting is
the
hard
diskor"Memory
as the recording/playback!
camcorder.
and
still
hard
Hard disk
images
disk
Select
for
the
movies
media
~G1160mIn
I
.MEMORY
MOVIE
STICK II.MEMORY STICKI
MEDIA
SET.'
'"
3 Touch the desired media and
image quality.
H:H-r:~:LQ
Movie
" Notes
•
You
operations
wanttochange media, reselect
• The recordable time
mode
-
-
'9'
• Check the number of recordable still images
the
1 Touch A (HOME)
4G:J~
candorecording/playback/editing
for
the selected media.
with
[HD
(the default setting)isas
On
the internal hard disk: approx.11h 50 m
On
a "Memory Stick
by
Sony Corporation: approx. 1h 5 m
Tips
LCD
screen ofyour camcorder
(MANAGE MEDIA).
PRO
When
the
media.
SP]
recording
follows:
Duo"(4GB)
(p.
--+
I!I!:>
Still
Image
you
made
on
18).
lGI!11
indicates
image
(standard
quality,
4 Touch [YES]
The
media
To
select
Touch
then
To
check
CD
Turn the POWER switch repeatedly to light
up the
depending on which media setting you
want to check.
[PHOTO
touch
t:U
the
the desired media.
the
HD
(high definition)
and
definition)
--+
is changed.
media
MEDIA
media
(Movie)/Q
"soD
indicates
image
lOKI.
for
still
SET] in step 2,
setting
(Still) lamp,
® Check the media icon on the screen.
• e
quality.
images
SD
CO)
•
CD
-
=
:::::s
=
en
C»
-
:I.
CD
CI.
"ClJICIloIn:
II
IMOVIE;MEDIASET
112 -
aI MEDI": INFO
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II
PHOTOME~SET
r---------,I
II
MEDIA.;fO
2 Touch [MOVIE MEDIA SET] to
select the media for movies.
The
media
setting
screen
..
I
RMAT
I
appears.
K3
0lI60min
J>S.1ch
9:
Hard
disk
lLJ :
"Memory
Insert a
"Memory
selected as the media.
For
your
"Memory
typesof"Memory
camcorder,
Stick
Stick
Stick
PRO
see
STBY
PRO
Duo"
page
lI:lm~
Duo"
PRO
Stick"
6.
9
Media icon
Duo"
has
been
you
can
if
use in
us
11
1 Insert the "Memory Stick PRO
Duo."
CD
Open the Memory Stick Duo
of
the direction
® Insert the
into the Memory Stick Duo slot in the
right direction until it clicks.
@)
Close the Memory Stick Duo cover.
ACCESS lamp ("Memory
Stick PRO Duo")
the arrow.
"Memory
Stick
PRO
cover
Duo"
2 If you have selected "Memory
Stick PRO Duo" as the movie
media, turn the POWER switch
H:l1
until the
up.
If
the
POWER
(CHG),
green
button.
(Movie) lamp lights
switchissettoOFF
tumiton
while
pressing
the
in
3 Touch [YES].
To
record
"Memory
To
eject
Open
the
lightly
In
push
once.
" Notes
• Do not open the Memory Stick Duo cover
during recording.
•
If
you force the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" into
the slot
Stick PRO Duo," the Memory Stick Duo slot, or
image data
If
[Failed to create a new Image Database File.
•
It
may
space.]
"Memory Stick PRO Duo." Note that formatting
will delete all data recorded
Stick PRO Duo."
• When inserting orejecting the "Memory Stick
PRO Duo,"
Stick PRO Duo" does not pop out and drop.
only
still
imagesona
Stick
PRO
Duo,"
the
"Memory
Memory
the
in
the wrong direction, the "Memory
maybedamaged.
be possible that thereisnot enough free
is
displayedinstep 3, format the
be
Stick
"Memory
carefulsothat the "Memory
Stick
Duo
touch
PRO
cover
Stick
PRO
on
the "Memory
[NO].
Duo"
and
Duo"
The
us
[Createanew
File.]
screen
when
PRO
you
Duo."
insertanew
Image
appearsonthe
12
Database
LCD
"Memory
screen
Stick
Recording/Playback
Recording
The images are recorded on the media selected in the media setting (p. 11). In the default
setting, both movies and still images are recorded on the hard disk.
1
POWER switch
o :
To
record movies
Q :
To
record still images
[Q
2
...=
••
START/STOP
PHOTO
11:II
[Q]
GII60min
[STBY]
rRECl
L..:..~
-.
IlIIinl 9
[REC]
~Ci'
'---l
~
o
START/STOP
[AJ
Flashing-.Lights up
1 Turn the POWER switch [g until the respective lamp lights up.
0:00:14
[3Omln)
•
Press the green button only when the POWER switch
2 Start recording.
Movies
Press START/STOP
To
~
recording, press START/STOP
(or
lAD
again.
.~.Tips
• You can check the recordable time and the
remaining capacity by pressing
-.
~
(MANAGE MEDIA)-.[MEDIA
INFO].
• You can
PHOTO
• The maximum continuous recordable time
movies is approximately13hours.
~ture
LEJ
still images by pressing
during movie recording.
[QJ
(or
A (HOME)
1:1
[AJ).
[QJ
~
of
[g
is in the
Still
Images
Press PHOTO
focus 0 (a beep sounds), then press
it fully e(a shutter click sounds).
1111I11I
appears beside 9
disappears, the image has been recorded.
• When a movie file exceeds 2 GB, the next
movie file is created automatically.
OFF
(CHO) position.
~
lightly to adjust the
or
D.
When
Q
111111I1
us
13
Playback
You can play back the image recorded in the media that has been set on the media setting
(p. 11). In the default setting, the images on the hard disk are played back.
[E
(VIEW IMAGES)
[AJ
3
2 POWER switch
[E
(VIEW IMAGES)
<D
Goes to the~(Film Roll Index) screen
®Goes to the
®Goes to
@ Previous 6 images
~
~
(Face Index) screen
(HOME)
®Next 6 images
® Returns to the recording screen
1 Turn the POWER switch
2 Press
The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the LCD screen
[E
(VIEW IMAGES)
~
[g
to
turn
(or
[Q
[AJ).
~
(J)
Displays movies with HD (high definition)
image quality·
®Displays still images
® Searches for images by date
@O-
•
@soD
(standard definition) image quality
MEDIA SET] (p.
on
your
3 Start playback.
Movies
JOt
Still
(OPTION)
appears when you select the movie with SD
in
[MOVIE
11).
camcorder.
(It
may take some seconds).
Images
.:.
Touch the m
the desired movie
Beginning
movie/previous
movie
of
the
or
"soU
tab, then select
to
play back.
Toggles Play
or Pause as
you touch
c.1g
LlJ
Stops (goes to the
INDEX screen)
us
G!~
14
~
ReverselForward I
Next movie
C~
ogr~
~
0...:
(OPTION)
Touch
desired
Goes to the VISUAL PreviouslNext
INDEX screen
the':'
still
tab, then select
imagetoplay back.
Slide show
~
~2J_":
__
the
To
adjust
the
sound
volumeofmovies
When playing back a movie, touch
(OPTION)
then adjust the volume with
.~.Tips
• On the VISUAL INDEX screen,
with the image on the tab that was most recently
played back/recorded. When you touch an
image marked with
from the point it was previously stopped.
Connection methods and qualityofthe
image (HD (high definition)/SD (standard
definition)) viewed on the TV screen differ
depending on what type
and the connectors used.
Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power
source (p. 8).
Refer also to the instruction manuals
supplied with the device to be connected.
-+
IE)
tab
-+
[VOLUME],
I~I/~,
you can play it back
of
TV is connected,
c=J/C£]
0-
I~I/~
appears
.
Handycam Station
Open
the
jack
cover.
A/V Remote
Connector
•
" Notes
• When recording, set [X.V.COLOR] to [ON] to
play back on an x.v.Color-compliant TV. Some
settings may need to be adjusted on the
when playing back. Refer to the instruction
of
manual
Operation
Switch the input on the TV to the
connected jack.
Refer to the instruction manualsofthe
TV.
your TV for details.
flow
TV
~
Connect your camcorder and TV
referring to [TV CONNECT Guide].
Touch A (HOME)
-+
[TV CONNECT Guide].
-+
m(OTHERS)
~
Make the required output settings
on your camcorder.
" Notes
• When the AJV connecting cableisused to
output images, images are output with SO
(standard definition) image quality.
• Your camcorder and the Handycam Station are
equipped with
OUT jack (p. 16). Connect the AJV connecting
cable or component
Handycam Stationorto your camcorder.Ifyou
connect AJV connecting cables orcomponent N
V cable to both the Handycam Station and your
camcorder at the same time, image disturbance
may occur.
AJV Remote ConnectororAJV
AJV cable either to the
us
15
Name
Buttons,jacks, etc., which are notexplained
in other chapters, are explained here.
and
functions
of
each
part
[I]f--------..
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@]----~
81----------.,=--
111-----~
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[I] Power zoom lever
Move the power zoom lever slightly for a
slower zoom. Move it further for 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 you touched willbedisplayed in
the centerofthe LCD screen.
[gJ
QUICK ON button
When you press QUICK ON, the
camcorder goes
saving mode) instead
QUICK ON lamp keeps flashing during
sleep mode. Press QUICK ON again to start
recording next time. Your camcorder
to
returns
approximately 1 second.
The power turns offautomatically if you do
not operate your camcorder for a certain
period during sleep mode.
recording standby in
to
sleep mode (power
of
turning off. The
Handycam Station
~~,...;,.+~[2g]
~~[1]
'------1[ID
~
ACCESS lamp
When the ACCESS lamp is lit or flashing,
your camcorder
@]
Hook for a shoulder belt
Attach the shoulder belt (optional).
[ID
Speaker
rnJ
NIGHTSHOT switch
Set the NIGHTSHOT switchtoON
appears) to recordindark places.
[Q]
Zoom buttons
Press for zooming in/out.
You can magnify still images from about
1.1to5 times the original size (Playback
zoom).
• When you touch the screen during playback
zoom, the point you touched will be displayed
the centerofthe LCD screen.
[1]
RESET button
Press RESET to initialize all the settings
including the clock setting.
(Hard
is
writing/reading data.
disk)
(~
in
us
16
MEASY
Press EASY to display
the settings are set automatically for easy
recording/playback. Tocancel, press EASY
again.
[H]
DISPIBATT
You can switch the screen display when
you press while the power is set to on.
When you press while the POWER switch
is set to OFF (CHG), you can check the
remaining battery.
II§]
~
Press~(back light) to display~for
adjusting the exposure for backlit subject.
Press
backlight function.
1111
Built-in microphone
Sound picked up by the internal
microphone
sound and recorded.
button
~
and most
INFO
(back light)
~ (back light) again to cancel the
is
converted to 5.1ch surround
button
button
of
[ID
AN
Remote
jack
Connect with the component
AN
connecting cable.
[1]
~
(USB)
Connect with the USB cable.
[2J
-@
(DISC BURN)
Create a disc by connecting the camcorder
to a computer, etc. For details, see "PMB
Guide" (p. 26).
Hal
t1§J
Active Interface Shoe n
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
POWER switch on your camcorder.
[g2]
Interface connector
Connect your camcorder and the Handycam
Station.
Connector/AN
AN
jack
button
•
Active
or
offas you operate the
Interface
OUT
cable or
Shoe
•
[j]J
Flash
The flash will flash automatically
depending on recording conditions in the
default setting.
Touch
-.
MODE] to change the setting.
~
Receives the signal from the Remote
Commander.
l2.QI
The camera recording lamp lights up in red
during recording. The lamp flashes when
the remaining media capacity or battery
power is low.
121]
Attach a tripod (optional) to the tripod
receptacle using a tripod screw (optional:
the length
mm
A (HOME)
[PHOTO SETTINGS]
Remote
Camera
Tripod
(7/32 in.)).
sensorlInfrared
recording
receptacle (Bottom surface)
of
the screw must be less than 5.5
-.
i:ii(SETTINGS)
-.
[FLASH
port
lamp
[ID
HOMIOUT
Connect with the HDMI cable (optional).
(mini)
jack
us
17
Indicators
Recording
movies
~~_.
displayed
~
lftl
~,.
'1----=
Recording
still
images
during
[I]
HOME button
!II
Remaining battery (approx.)
~
Recording status ([STBYl (standby) or
[RECl (recording))
~
Recording quality (HD/SD) and
Recording mode (FH/HQ/SP/LP)
[ID
Recording/playback media
[§]
Counter (hour/minute/second)
[l]
Recording remaining time
lID
OPTION button
lID
FACE DETECTION
I1Q]
VIEW IMAGES button
[ll] Face Index set
recording/playback
Viewing
Viewing
movies
still
images
~
5.1ch surround recording
~
Image size
lHl
Approximate numberofrecordable still
images and medialDuring still image
recording
[j§]
Return button
~
Playback mode
[IT]
Current playing movie numberlNumber
of
total recorded movies
~
PreviouslNext button
~
Video operation buttons
!2Q]
Current playing still image number/
Number
[g1]
Playback folder
Displays only when the playback media
of
Duo."
1221
Slide show button
of
total recorded still images
still imagesisa "Memory Stick PRO
us
18
~
Data file name
~
VISUAL INDEX button
Following
recording/playbacktoindicate
of
your
Upper left Center
indicators
camcorder.
appear
during
the
settings
Upper right
Upper
IndIca
WHITE
BLACK
FADER FADER
'
......
'
:L.OFF
right
FADER
LCD backlight
Drop sensor
Drop sensor activated
off
off
W~:I
I
Bottom
Upper
!~dtcat~'
Jl5.1ch
*
Center
left
.b2ch
•
AUDIO
Self-timer recording
Flash, RED
REDUC
BLT-IN
MICREF
WIDE
CIIII! 9
MODE
EYE
ZOOM
LEVEL
SELECT
MIC
low
Bottom
-i
Media for still images
Face Index
FACE DETECTION
Picture effect
Digital effect
Manual focus
SCENE SELECTION
Backlight
White balance
SteadyShot
...
EXPOSURE/
SPOT METER
TELEMACRO
off
•
[4.6M
t:31M
[1]M
~
IMAGE SIZE
E"VaA
Slide show set
NightShot
S@
Super NightShot
Color Slow Shutter
PictBridge connecting
Warning
ZEBRA
(~OLO~)
.~.
Tips
• Indicators and their positions are approximate
and differ from what you actually see. See
"Handycam Handbook" (PDF) for details.
• The recording date and time is recorded
automatically
displayed while recording. However,
check them
as
X.V.COLOR
CONVERSION LENS
on
the media. They are not
you
can
[DATA CODE] during playback.
us
19
Performing
various
functions
•
"1\
HOME"
and
"CE
You
pressing
<5
items, see
(p.24).
A (HOME)
OPTION"
can
display the menu screen by
A
(HOME)
(OPTION).
For
detailsofthe menu
"Handycam
~
/~
<!:
(OPTION)
A (HOME)
You
can
your convenience. Press
(or
[§])
to display the
III
.'
OB.iSTE
1'3
MOv1€qUB
[8J
change
II
II
the operating settings for
menu
PHorcfCipURE
PH0T9GOPY I
[AJ
(or
[§])/
Handbook"
A
(HOME)
screen.
I
Menu items
(PDF)
[AJ
To
see
the
explanationofthe
MENU
CD
® Touch
(HELP)
Press A (HOME)
[1]
The bottom
......
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...
,.,/..""." ,
I
SMTH~i.'"
I
(HELP).
of
[1]
~~
REC
[8J
(or
(HELP) turns orange.
"··..z·y··..··,,
II p
..
Cfw
I
HOME
~).
'.
I
® Touch the item you want to learn about.
When you touch an item, its explanation
appears on the screen.
To apply the selected item, touch [YES].
The
0..::
(OPTION)
the pop-up window that appears
right-click the mouse on a computer.
Press
0-
(OPTION)
items you
situation.
can
MENU
change
appears
when
to display the
in the current
just
menu
like
you
[iii
........
I
Category
1
1 Touch the desired category then
item to change the setting.
2 Follow the instructions on the
screen.
.~.
Tips
•
If
the
itemisnotonthe
change
•Tohide
•
You
grayed
situation.
the
page.
the
HOME MENU screen, touch 00.
cannot simultaneously select oractivate
itemsinthe
screen, touch
current recording/playback
EI
/0
the
Menu items
Tab
1 Touch the desired tab then item
to change the setting.
2 After completing the setting,
to
touch
lOKI.
us
20
U Notes
• When the item you wantisnot on the screen,
touch another tab.
anywhere, the function is not available under the
current situation.
• The
0..: (OPTION) MENU cannot be used
during Easy Handycam operation.
If
you cannot find the item
TV
CONNECT
Guide*
~i(MANAGE,MEDII\)
MOVIE
MEDIA
SET*
PHOTO
MEDIA
SET*
MEDIA
INFO
MEDIA [HOD], [MEMORY STICK]
FORMAT*
category:to\:~
PHOTO
CAPTURE
MOVIE DUB
PHOTO
COPY
EDIT
PLAYLIST
EDIT
PRINT
USB
CONNECT
nm~
9
-.
[DsoD
9
-.
[COPY by select], [COPY by
date]
[to!
DELETE],
[lII!
DELETE], [DIVIDE]
[m
ADD],
[m
ADD by date],
[~soij
ADD by date],
[~1IDl
ERASE],
[~1IDl
ERASE ALL],
[~SD
ERASE ALL],
[~1IDl
MOVE],
[9
USB CONNECT],
[0
USB CONNECT], [DISC
BURN]
0 DUB],
0 DUB]
[DsoD
ADD],
[~SD
ERASE],
[~SD
MOVE]
REPAIR [HOD], [MEMORY STICK]
IMG.DB F.
MOVIE [REC MODE], [AUDIO
[1jJ
BL
HOT
INDEX
LEVEL],
SETTINGS MODE], [NIGHTS
LIGHT], [WIDE SELECT],
[DIGITAL ZOOM],
[STEADYSHOT], [AUTO
SLW SHUTTR],
[X.V.COLOR],
[GUIDEFRAME], [ZEBRA],
[to!
REMAINING SET],
[SUB-T DATE], [FLASH
MODE]*, [FLASH LEVEL],
[REDEYE REDUC], [FACE
DETECTION],
SET]*, [CONVERSION
LENS]
[lII!
PHOTO
SETTINGS NO.], [NIGHTSHOT LIGHT],
VIEW [DATA CODE],
IMAGES
SET
SOUNDI [VOLUME]*, [BEEP]*, [LCD
DISP SET** BRIGHT], [LCD
OUTPUT [TV TYPE], [DISP OUTPUT],
SETTINGS [COMPONENT]
IMAGE SIZE]*, [FILE
[STEADYSHOT],
[GUIDEFRAME], [ZEBRA],
[FLASH MODE]*, [FLASH
LEVEL], [REDEYE REDUC],
[FACE DETECTION],
[CONVERSION LENS]
[~
DISPLAY]
[LCD COLOR]
•
us
21
Saving
images
CLOCKJ~
LANG
GENERAL
SET
* You can set these items also during Easy
Handycam operation.
**
The menu name is changed to [SOUND
SETTINGS] during Easy Handycam operation.
[CLOCK SET]*, [AREA SET],
[DSTSET], [SUMMERTIME],
[~
LANGUAGE SET]*
[DEMO MODE], [REC
LAMP], [CALIBRATION],
[A.SHUT OFF], [QUICK ON
STBY], [REMOTE CTRL],
[DROP SENSOR], [CTRL
FORHDMI]
Ite
Items you can set only on the OPTION
MENU will be described below.
.
ert~91~,:Tt
[FOCUS], [SPOT FOCUS], [TELE MACRO],
[EXPOSURE], [SPOT METER], [SCENE
SELECTION], [WHITE BAL.], [COLOR
SLOW SHTR], [SUPER NIGHTSHOT]
,
+t{'
a
...
[FADER], [D.EFFECT], [PICT.EFFECT]
'....f
-,.
[BLT-IN ZOOM MIC], [MICREF LEVEL],
[SELF-TIMER], [TIMING], [RECORD
SOUND]
Due to the limited capacityofthe media,
make sure that you save the image data to
of
some type
DVD-R or a computer.
You can save the images recorded on the
camcorder as described below.
By using "Picture Motion Browser" on the
supplied CD-ROM, you can save the
images recorded on your camcorder with
HD (high definition) image quality
(standard definition) image quality.
You can rewrite movies with HD (high
definition) image quality from the computer
to
your camcorder, if necessary. For details,
see "PMB Guide" (p. 26).
Creatingadisc
(One
You can save images recorded on the hard
disk
with ease by pressing the
Touch
of
BURN) button.
Saving
external media such as a
or
SD
with
One
Touch
Disc
Burn)
your camcorder directly to a disc
@ (DISC
imagesona
computer
(EasyPCBack-up)
You can save images recorded on the
camcorder on the hard diskofa computer.
[SLIDE SHOW], [SLIDE SHOW SET],
[COPIES], [DATErrIME], [SIZE]
us
22
Creatingadisc
You can save images copied to your
computer on a disc. You can also edit those
images.
For details, see "Handycam Handbook"
(PDF).
with
selected
images
Deleting
images
Connecting
with
the
AN
connecting
cable
You
can
dub to VCRs,
recorders with SD (standard definition)
image quality.
Connecting
You
can
DVD
definition) image quality.
.~.Tips
writers, etc., with
• You can dub movies or copy still images from
the hard disk to a "Memory Stick PRO Duo."
Touch
[MOVIE DUB]/[PHOTO COPY].
with
dub to movie dubbing compatible
A (HOME)
DVD/HDD
the
USB
HD
-+
EI3
cable
(high
(OTHERS)
-+
Select the media which contains the image
you want to delete before the operation
(p. 11).
..
~ejetl~'g·
1 Touch A (HOME)
(OTHERS)
2 Touch
3 Touch
DELETE], then touch the movie to
be deleted.
The selected movie is marked with
.•
61pvies;'.:<';~
--+
[DELETE].
[0
DELETE].
[!Imll
DELETE] or Usoij
--+
..
c ,.'.,c.",-."
EI3
";.X;Y
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•
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withacomputer
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withacomputer
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"Handycam
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detail
about
practical use.
•
"Picture
Windows
"Picture
software.
operations.
- Creating a disc with one touch operation
- Importing images
- Editing imported images
- Creating a disc
" Notes
• The supplied software "Picture Motion
Browser" is not supported by Macintosh
computers. To use a Macintosh computer
connected to your camcorder, see the
following website for details.
http://guide.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/maclmslusl
Motion
:';
Handbook"
Handbook"
your
Motion
users)
Browser"
You
can
.
(PDF)
camcorder
Browser"
enjoy
the following
to
a computer
(PDF)
explains
and
its
(only
for
is the supplied
in
The
installation screen for
Handbook"
(PDF)
appears.
"Handycam
oSelect the desired language and the model
nameofyour Handycam, then click
[Handycam Handbook (PDF)].
Installation starts. When the installation
completed, the short-cut icon
"Handycam Handbook" (PDF) appears on
the desktop
• The
printedonits
® Click [Exit]
CD-ROM from the disc driveofyour
computer.
To view "Handycam Handbook," doubleclick the short-cut icon
Handbook."
model
of
your computer.
name
of your Handycam
bottom surface.
--+
[Exit], then remove the
of
of
"Handycam
is
is
To
view
"Handycam
you need
computer.
Continue
confirmation
publisher
CD
Tum on the computer.
to
install
with the installation,
screenofan
appears.
Handbook"
Adobe
Readeronyour
unknown
® Place the CD-ROM (supplied) in the disc
driveofyour computer.
The select screen for installation appears.
® Click [Handycam Handbook].
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(PDF),
evenifa
'Q'Tips
• For Macintosh users, follow the steps below.
o
Tum
on the computer.
e Place the CD-ROM (supplied) in the
disc driveofyour computer.
e Open the [Handbook] folder
ROM, double-click the [US] folder and
then drag-and-drop the
"Handbook.
To view "Handycam Handbook,"
double-click "Handbook.pdf."
•
System
as:
Microsoft
SP4/Windows
Vista*
* 64-bit editions
supported.
requirements
pdf'
on the computer.
Windows
XP
SP2*
and
Starter (Edition)
2000
/Windows
in
the CD-
Professional
are
not
Standard
Operation is not assured
has been upgraded
environment.
CPU: Intel Pentium 4 2.8
(Intel
Pentium D 2.8
Duo
Duo
recommended.)
Intel Pentium III 1
enables the following operations:
- Importing
-
One
- Creating
video
- Copying a
- Processing
(standard definition)
Memory:
XP: 512
recommended. )
For
image quality content onl y,
memoryormore is necessary.
For
Hard disk:
installation: Approximately
(
10GBormore maybenecessary
creating A
installation is required.
or
in a multi-boot
GHzorfaster
Pentium
1.66
1.66
Touch
For
processing
Windows
43.6
GHzorfaster, Intel
GHzorfaster, Intel Core
GHzorfaster,orIntel
GHzorfaster is
GHzorfaster
the
contentstothe
Disc
Bum
anAVCHD
disc
only
Windows
MBormore(1GBormore is
Disk
VCHD
format disclDVD-
the
contentsinSD
image
2000IWindows
SD
(standard definition)
Vista: 1
volume
GBormore
required for
format discs.)
if
the above OS
Core
computer
quality
256
MB
500
MB
2
of
when
recorder may fail to eject the media
may erase its contents without warning.
DVD
media containing
may be played
Disc™
device.
•
You
Windows
your camcorder to the computer.
installation is required only for the first
time.
Contents to be installed
may differ depending on your OS.
CD
®
@)
player/recorderorother compatible
Installation
need
Confirm that your camcorderisnot
connected to the computer.
Tum
on the computer.
" Notes
•
LogonasanAdministrator for installation.
• Close
computer before installing
Place the supplied CD-ROMinthe disc
of
drive
The installation screen appears.
on
procedure
to install the software to your
computer
all
applications runningonthe
your computer.
AVCHD
a compatible Blu-ray
before connecting
and
procedures
the
and
footage
software.
The
m
•
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provided as standard,
(USB 2.0 compatible) is recommended),
DVD
necessary for installation)
Minimum
burner
(CD-ROM
1,024 x
Hi-Speed
Attention
This
camcorder
footage in the
enclosed PC software, high definition
footage
However,
footage should not be used with
playersorrecorders, as the
canbecopied
captures high definition
DVD
AVCHD
media containing A
format. Using the
onto
768
drive is
DVD
DVD
DVD
dots
USB
media.
VCHD
based
player/
If
the
screen
does
not
appear
oClick [Start], then click [My
Computer]. (For Windows 2000,
double-click [My Computer].)
eDouble-click [SONYPICTUTIL (E:)]
(CD-ROM) (disc drive).*
* Drive
@ Click [Install].
® Select the language for the application
be installed, then click [Next].
® As the screen to confirm the connection
appears, connect your camcorder to the
computer following the steps below.
names
(suchas(E:»
dependingonthe
computer.
may
vary
to
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oConnect the AC Adaptor to the
Handycam Station and a wall outlet
(wall socket).
e Set yourcamcorderonto the Handycam
Station, then tum on your camcorder.
e Connect the
Handycam Station (p. 17) to the
computer using the supplied USB
cable.
The [USB SELECT] screen appears on
your camcorder automatically.
oTouch [9 USB CONNECT] or
USB CONNECT] on the [USB
SELECT] screen
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jackofthe
of
your camcorder.
..
...
...
, t.
[D
To
disconnect
CD
Click
the"
Mass Storage Device]
the
icon
USB
cable
--+
[Safely remove USB
--+
[OK] (Windows
2000 only) on the task tray on the bottom
rightofthe desktopofthe computer.
® Touch [END]
--+
[YES] on the screen
your camcorder.
@)
Disconnect the USB cable.
Operating
the
"Picture
Motion
Browser"
To
start
"Picture
[Start]
Utility]
--+
--+
Browser].
For
the
basic
Browser,"
"PMB
Guide,"
Programs]
[Help]
--+
[All
see
Programs]
[PMB
Motion
- Picture
Browser,"
--+
Motion
operationof"Picture
"PMB
--+
[Sony
[PMB
click
Guide."
[Start]
Picture
Guide]
--+
.
[Sony
To
[All
Utility]
of
click
Picture
Motion
display
--+
oClick [Continue].
® Read [License Agreement], select
of
the terms
the license agreement] ifyou
agree, then click [Next].
® Confirm the installation settings, then click
[Install].
" Notes
• Even if a screen prompting
your computer appears, you
restart it at this time. Restart your computer
after completing the installation.
It
may
•
take some time for the authentication.
@ Follow the on-screen instructions to install
the software.
Depending on the computer, you may need
to install third party software.
installation screen appears, follow the
instructions to install the required software.
@ Restart the computer ifrequired to
complete the installation.
@ Remove the CD-ROM from the disc drive
of
your computer.
youtorestart
do
If
not
the
[I
accept
need
to
.~.
Tips
•
If
the
touch
[USB
[USB
SELECT] screen does not appear,
~
(HOME)
--+
m(OTHERS)
CONNECT].
--+
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
If
you
run
into
any
problems
camcorder,
troubleshoot
persists,
contact
Notes
for
repair
• Your camcorder
change the current hard disk ofthe camcorder,
depending
the data stored
Be
sure to save the dataonthe internal hard disk
(see "Handycam Handbook"
media (backup) before sending your camcorder
for repair.
loss of hard disk data.
• During repair,
amount
to
investigate the problem. However, your Sony
dealer will neither copy nor retain your data.
• For the symptoms of your camcorder, see
"Handycam Handbook" (PDF) and for
connecting to the computer, see "PMB Guide."
use
the
following
the
problem.Ifthe
disconnect
your
Sony
before
on
We
of
data storedonthe hard diskinorder
the
dealer.
sending
mayberequired to initialize or
the problem.Inthe eventofthis,
on
the hard disk willbedeleted.
will not compensate
we
may
check a minimum
power
your
(PDF»
using
table
problem
source
your
to
camcorder
onto other
you
for any
and
• The temperature
extremely high.
camcorder and leave it for a while in a
cool place.
• The temperatureofyour camcorder is
extremely low. Leave your camcorder
with the power
Tum
off the camcorder and take it to a
warm place. Leave the camcorder there
for a while, then tum on the camcorder.
of
your camcorder is
Tum
off
your
of
your camcorder on.
Your camcorder gets warm.
• This is because the power has been
turned on for a long time. This is not a
malfunction.
The power abruptly turns off.
• Use the AC Adaptor.
Tum
•
• Charge the battery pack (p. 8).
on the power again.
Pressing START/STOP or PHOTO
does not record images.
The power does not turn on.
• Attach a charged battery pack to the
camcorder (p. 8).
• Connect the plug
the wall outlet (wall socket) (p. 8).
of
the AC Adaptor to
The camcorder does not operate
even when the power is set to on.
•
It
takes a few seconds for your
camcorder to be ready to shoot after the
power
malfunction.
• Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the
wall outlet (wall socket) or remove the
battery pack, then reconnect it after
about 1 minute.
not work, press the RESET button
(p. 16) using a pointed object
press the RESET button, all settings,
including the clock setting, are reset).
is
turned on. This is not a
If
the functions still
(If
you
do
• Set the POWER switch to
or
Q (Still)(p. 13).
• You cannot record images in sleep
mode. Press the QUICK
(p. 16).
• Your camcorder
you have
cannot make new recording during this
period.
• The media
images (p. 23).
• Total number
images exceeds the recordable capacity
of
the media. Delete unnecessary
images (p. 23).
just
is
shot on the media. You
is
full. Delete unnecessary
of
movie scenes or still
ON
recording the image
The recording stops.
• The temperatureofyour camcorder is
extremely high/low.
camcorder and leaveitfor a while in a
cooVwarm place.
Tum
tt:H
button
off
your
(Movie)
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...
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You cannot install "Picture Motion
Browser."
•
Check
required to install "Picture Motion
Browser."
• Install "Picture Motion Browser" in the
proper
the
computer
order
environment
(p. 25).
"Picture Motion Browser" does not
work correctly.
•
Quit
"Picture Motion
restart your computer.
Browser"
and
Your camcorder is not recognized by
the computer.
• Disconnect devices from the USB
of
the
computer
keyboard, mouse, and
• Disconnect the
computer
and restart the computer, then connect
the
computer
in the proper order.
other
than the
your
camcorder.
USB
cable from the
and the Handycam Station,
and your
camcorder
jack
again
If
indicators
check
If
triedtofixacoupleoftimes,
Sony
service
the
the
problem
dealerorlocal
j~~!
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C:13:DD
C:32:DD
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E:31:DD
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E:62:DD
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appearonthe
following.
persists
authorized
facility.
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LCD
even
.,C~ij~~~S~!Hti()n~
• The battery pack is not
"InfoLITHIUM" battery pack
(H series). Use
"InfoLITHIUM" battery pack
(H series) (p. 8).
• Connect the DC plug
AC Adaptor to the
of
the Handycam Station or
your camcorder securely
(p.8).
I
• Remove the power source.
Reconnect it and operate your
camcorder again.
• A malfunction that you cannot
service has occurred. Contact
I
your Sony dealer or local
I
authorized Sony service
I
facility. Inform them
I
digit code, which starts from
"E."
• When the indicator flashes
slowly, the file
unreadable.
screen,
after
contact
Sony
an
DC
is
damaged or
you
of
of
have
your
an
the
IN jack
the
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rEI
•Anerror may have occurred
with the hard disk drive
your camcorder.
of
• The hard disk
is
full. Delete unnecessary
images
•
An
with the hard disk drive
your camcorder.
• Battery power is low.
• The temperatureofyour
camcorder
Turn offyour camcorder and
leave it
on
error may have occurred
in
the camcorder
the hard disk.
is
getting high.
a cool place.
in
in
r£:!l
• The temperatureofyour
camcorder
camcorder warm.
is
low. Make the
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• When the indicator flashes
slowly, free space for
recording images are running
out.
• No"Memory Stick PRO Duo"
is
inserted (p. 11).
• When the indicator flashes
quickly, there are not enough
free space for recording
images.
• Delete unnecessary images,
format the "Memory Stick
PRO Duo" after storing the
images on other media (p. 22).
• The Image Database File is
damaged.
• The "Memory Stick PRO
Duo" is damaged. Format the
"Memory Stick PRO Duo"
with your camcorder.
• An incompatible "Memory
Stick Duo" is inserted.
• Access to the "Memory Stick
PRO Duo" was restricted on
another device.
• Thereissomething wrong with
the flash.
• The amountoflight is not
sufficient. Use the flash.
• The camcorder is unsteady.
Hold the camcorder steady
with both hands. However,
note that the camera-shake
warning indicator does not
disappear.
• The drop sensor function is
activated. You may not record!
play back images.
or
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...
•
0
=
=-
-
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=-
0
0
-
=
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• The media is full.
• Still images cannot be
recorded during processing.
Wait for a while, then record.
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29
Additional
Information
Precautions
On
use
and
care
• Do not useorstore the camcorder and
accessories in the following locations:
- Anywhere extremely hot, coldorhumid.
Never leave them exposed to temperatures
above 60°C (140°F), such as under direct
sunlight, near heatersorin a
sun. They may malfunctionorbecome
deformed.
- Near strong magnetic fieldsormechanical
vibration. The camcorder may malfunction.
- Near strong radio wavesorradiation. The
camcorder may not be able to record properly.
- Near
- On a sandy beachoranywhere dusty.Ifsand
- Near windowsoroutdoors, where the
• Operate your camcorder on DC 6.8 VI7.2 V
(battery pack)orDC
• For DCorAC operation, use the accessories
recommended in these operating instructions.
• Do not let your camcorder get wet, for example,
from rainorsea water.Ifyour camcorder gets
wet, it may malfunction. Sometimes this
malfunction cannot be repaired.
•
If
casing, unplug your camcorder and have it
checked by a Sony dealer before operating it
any further.
• Avoid rough handling, disassembling,
modifying, physical shock,orimpact such as
hammering, droppingorstepping on the
product.Beparticularly carefulofthe lens.
• Keep the
when you are not using your camcorder.
•
Do
example, and operate it. Doing so might cause
heat to build up inside.
• When disconnecting the powercord (mains
lead), pull it by the plug and not the cord (lead).
• Do not damage the powercord (mains lead)
such as by placing anything heavy on it.
• Keep metal contacts clean.
AM
receivers and video equipment.
Noise may occur.
or
dust gets in your camcorder, it may
malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction
cannot be repaired.
screenorthe lens may be exposed to direct
sunlight. This damages the insideofthe
screen.
8.4 V (AC Adaptor).
any solid objectorliquid gets inside the
POWER
not wrap your camcorder with a towel, for
switch setting to
car
parked in the
OFF
LCD
LCD
(CHG)
• Keep the Remote Commander and button-type
battery outofchildren's reach.Ifthe battery is
accidentally swallowed, consult a doctor
immediately.
•
If
the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked:
- Consult your local authorized Sony service
facility.
-
Wash
off
any liquid that may have contacted
your skin.
-
If
any liquid gets in youreyes, wash with
plentyofwater and consult a doctor.
•
When
long
• Periodically
playing backorrecording images for about 3
minutes.
• Use up the battery pack completely before
storing it.
LCD
•
Do
screen, as it may cause damage.
•Ifyour camcorder is used in a cold place, a
residual image may appear on the
This is not a malfunction.
• While using your camcorder, the backofthe
LCD
malfunction.
•
To
If
fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen
dirty, it
not
using
your
camcorder
time
tum
it on and let it run such as by
screen
not exert excessive pressureonthe
LCD
screen may heat up. This is not a
clean
the
LCD
screen
is
recommended you use a soft
for
LCD
screen.
a
cloth to clean it. When you use the LCD
Cleaning Kit (optional), do not apply the
cleaning liquid directly
to
the LCD screen.
Use cleaning paper moistened with the
liquid.
On
handling
•Ifthe casing is soiled, clean the camcorder body
with a soft cloth lightly moistened with water,
and then wipe the casing with a dry soft cloth.
• Avoid the following to avoid damage to the
finish:
- Using chemicals such as thinner, benzine,
alcohol, chemical cloths, repellent, insecticide
and sunscreen
- Handling the camcorder with above
substances on your hands
the
casing
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