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3-098-548-11(1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300 For details on the advanced operations, please refer to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). © 2007 Sony Corporation
3-098-548-11(1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300 For details on the advanced operations, please refer to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). © 2007 Sony Corporation
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... adjustment of other hazards. When the set . - Replacement parts When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to be blocked or covered. - Power-Cord Protection Route the power cord so that the set is left unattended and unused for cleaning the exterior of time, unplug it is in safe operating condition...
... adjustment of other hazards. When the set . - Replacement parts When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to be blocked or covered. - Power-Cord Protection Route the power cord so that the set is left unattended and unused for cleaning the exterior of time, unplug it is in safe operating condition...
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..., if not installed and used with the equipment in accordance with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. However, there is subject to radio communications. Connect the equipment into an outlet on , the user is connected. - Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR300 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR200 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc...
..., if not installed and used with the equipment in accordance with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. However, there is subject to radio communications. Connect the equipment into an outlet on , the user is connected. - Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR300 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR200 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc...
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... delete data from being lost , save your recorded images on external media. When the camcorder is recommended that you actually see. • Design and specifications of recording media and other materials may also be stopped. Change the screen language before using a VCR, or a DVD/HDD recorder*. • It is connected to a computer • Do not try to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 7 The scenes may vary depending on the operating system of the camcorder, you perform [ FORMAT]* or formatting the hard disk...
... delete data from being lost , save your recorded images on external media. When the camcorder is recommended that you actually see. • Design and specifications of recording media and other materials may also be stopped. Change the screen language before using a VCR, or a DVD/HDD recorder*. • It is connected to a computer • Do not try to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 7 The scenes may vary depending on the operating system of the camcorder, you perform [ FORMAT]* or formatting the hard disk...
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.... To charge the battery pack using the AC Adaptor. 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 OFF (CHG) and turn off and zooming. Recording/Playback time: Approximate time (min.) available when you use your camcorder or the Handycam Station, even when the power cord is recommended). • The available recording and playback time will be...
.... To charge the battery pack using the AC Adaptor. 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 OFF (CHG) and turn off and zooming. Recording/Playback time: Approximate time (min.) available when you use your camcorder or the Handycam Station, even when the power cord is recommended). • The available recording and playback time will be...
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... onto the hard disk or "Memory Stick Duo." x To change the recording media of recordable still images on the recording environment. • The number of the image size as shown in once. 16 • When the ACCESS lamp is lit or flashing, your camcorder, turn the power off, eject the "Memory Stick Duo," or remove the battery pack. • You can check the free hard disk space by touching (HOME) t (MANAGE HDD/MEMORY) t [ INFO]. • If the ACCESS lamp is...
... onto the hard disk or "Memory Stick Duo." x To change the recording media of recordable still images on the recording environment. • The number of the image size as shown in once. 16 • When the ACCESS lamp is lit or flashing, your camcorder, turn the power off, eject the "Memory Stick Duo," or remove the battery pack. • You can check the free hard disk space by touching (HOME) t (MANAGE HDD/MEMORY) t [ INFO]. • If the ACCESS lamp is...
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... software, you can view the handbook. Viewing "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) To view "Handycam Handbook," you can enjoy the following operations: - ROM, double-click the [US] folder and then drag-and-drop the "Handbook.pdf" on its bottom surface. 5 Click [Exit] t [Exit], then remove the CD- The installation screen for installation appears. 3 Click [Handycam Handbook]. Creating a DVD with Macintosh. x For Windows user 1 Turn on a computer by following system requirements below . ROM from the disc drive of your computer. Importing images...
... software, you can view the handbook. Viewing "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) To view "Handycam Handbook," you can enjoy the following operations: - ROM, double-click the [US] folder and then drag-and-drop the "Handbook.pdf" on its bottom surface. 5 Click [Exit] t [Exit], then remove the CD- The installation screen for installation appears. 3 Click [Handycam Handbook]. Creating a DVD with Macintosh. x For Windows user 1 Turn on a computer by following system requirements below . ROM from the disc drive of your computer. Importing images...
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... click [Next]. 8 Set the camcorder onto the Handycam Station, then turn the POWER switch to turn on the connection confirmation screen. x Installing software You need to the power saving function of the computer. Restart your OS. 1 Confirm that can burn DVDs (CD-ROM drive required for the first time. Recording/Playback Hard disk: Available free hard disk space for installation required: Approximately 600 MB (for creating a DVD, 5 GB or more may be required) Display: DirectX 7 or later-compatible video card, Minimum 1024...
... click [Next]. 8 Set the camcorder onto the Handycam Station, then turn the POWER switch to turn on the connection confirmation screen. x Installing software You need to the power saving function of the computer. Restart your OS. 1 Confirm that can burn DVDs (CD-ROM drive required for the first time. Recording/Playback Hard disk: Available free hard disk space for installation required: Approximately 600 MB (for creating a DVD, 5 GB or more may be required) Display: DirectX 7 or later-compatible video card, Minimum 1024...
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... on the website, you may need to install the required software. - http://www.sony.net/registration/di/ • For the information about Picture Motion Browser, visit the following URL: http://www.sony.net/support-disoft/ Performing various functions - For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 1 Turn on your convenience. Windows Media Format 9 Series Runtime (Windows 2000 only) Software required to change the recording functions and the operating settings for your camcorder, then press (HOME) A (or...
... on the website, you may need to install the required software. - http://www.sony.net/registration/di/ • For the information about Picture Motion Browser, visit the following URL: http://www.sony.net/support-disoft/ Performing various functions - For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 1 Turn on your convenience. Windows Media Format 9 Series Runtime (Windows 2000 only) Software required to change the recording functions and the operating settings for your camcorder, then press (HOME) A (or...
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... MOVIE SETTINGS [REC MODE], [NIGHTSHOT LIGHT], [WIDE SELECT]*2, [DIGITAL ZOOM], [STEADYSHOT], [AUTO SLW SHUTTR], [GUIDEFRAME]*1, [ZEBRA]*1, [ REMAINING], [FLASH LEVEL]*1, [REDEYE REDUC]*1 PHOTO SETTINGS [ IMAGE SIZE]*3*4, [ QUALITY], [FILE NO.], [NIGHTSHOT LIGHT], [STEADYSHOT]*5, [GUIDEFRAME]*1, [ZEBRA]*1, [FLASH LEVEL]*3, [REDEYE REDUC]*3, [STILL MEDIA]*4 VIEW IMAGES SET [DATA CODE], [ DISPLAY] SOUND/DISP SET*6 [VOLUME]*4, [BEEP]*4, [LCD BRIGHT], [LCD BL LEVEL], [LCD COLOR] OUTPUT SETTINGS [TV TYPE], [DISP OUTPUT] CLOCK/ LANG [CLOCK SET]*4, [AREA SET], [DST SET]/[SUMMERTIME], [ LANGUAGE SET...
... MOVIE SETTINGS [REC MODE], [NIGHTSHOT LIGHT], [WIDE SELECT]*2, [DIGITAL ZOOM], [STEADYSHOT], [AUTO SLW SHUTTR], [GUIDEFRAME]*1, [ZEBRA]*1, [ REMAINING], [FLASH LEVEL]*1, [REDEYE REDUC]*1 PHOTO SETTINGS [ IMAGE SIZE]*3*4, [ QUALITY], [FILE NO.], [NIGHTSHOT LIGHT], [STEADYSHOT]*5, [GUIDEFRAME]*1, [ZEBRA]*1, [FLASH LEVEL]*3, [REDEYE REDUC]*3, [STILL MEDIA]*4 VIEW IMAGES SET [DATA CODE], [ DISPLAY] SOUND/DISP SET*6 [VOLUME]*4, [BEEP]*4, [LCD BRIGHT], [LCD BL LEVEL], [LCD COLOR] OUTPUT SETTINGS [TV TYPE], [DISP OUTPUT] CLOCK/ LANG [CLOCK SET]*4, [AREA SET], [DST SET]/[SUMMERTIME], [ LANGUAGE SET...
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... repair. Turn off (A.SHUT OFF). However, your Sony dealer will not compensate you for any problems using a sharppointed object. (If you press the RESET button, all settings, including the clock setting, are limited. Turn off your camcorder is automatically turned off your camcorder, use the AC Adaptor. • Charge the battery pack (p.11). This is extremely high. Be sure to save the data on the internal hard disk (see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF)) on other media...
... repair. Turn off (A.SHUT OFF). However, your Sony dealer will not compensate you for any problems using a sharppointed object. (If you press the RESET button, all settings, including the clock setting, are limited. Turn off your camcorder is automatically turned off your camcorder, use the AC Adaptor. • Charge the battery pack (p.11). This is extremely high. Be sure to save the data on the internal hard disk (see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF)) on other media...
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... Connect your camcorder after charging the preinstalled rechargeable battery. System Video compression format MPEG2/JPEG (Still images) Audio compression format DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 Dolby Digital 2ch Dolby Digital Stereo Creator DCR-SR200/SR300 Dolby Digital 2/5.1ch Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Hard Disk DCR-SR42/SR62 30 GB DCR-SR82 60 GB DCR-SR200/SR300 40 GB When measuring media capacity, 1GB equals 1 billion bytes, a portion of the lens clean with the POWER switch set to...
... Connect your camcorder after charging the preinstalled rechargeable battery. System Video compression format MPEG2/JPEG (Still images) Audio compression format DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 Dolby Digital 2ch Dolby Digital Stereo Creator DCR-SR200/SR300 Dolby Digital 2/5.1ch Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Hard Disk DCR-SR42/SR62 30 GB DCR-SR82 60 GB DCR-SR200/SR300 40 GB When measuring media capacity, 1GB equals 1 billion bytes, a portion of the lens clean with the POWER switch set to...
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... DCR-SR300. Unauthorized recording of recording media and other accessories are recorded without notice. • Unless otherwise specially indicated, illustrations in any problems. • Compensation for effective use. To view your camcorder if necessary (p. 18). About language setting The on-screen displays in low light conditions, such as at the sun. About this Handbook • The LCD screens and indicators shown in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images...
... DCR-SR300. Unauthorized recording of recording media and other accessories are recorded without notice. • Unless otherwise specially indicated, illustrations in any problems. • Compensation for effective use. To view your camcorder if necessary (p. 18). About language setting The on-screen displays in low light conditions, such as at the sun. About this Handbook • The LCD screens and indicators shown in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images...
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Notes on using the Hard Disk Drive Handycam Save all your recorded image data • To prevent your image data from being activated in a low-pressure area, where the altitude is recommended that you may not be possible. • Especially, during recording/playback, do not crash the camera against an object. Also, you can save your image data using a VCR, or a DVD/HDD recorder (p. 45). • It is connected to a computer • Do not...
Notes on using the Hard Disk Drive Handycam Save all your recorded image data • To prevent your image data from being activated in a low-pressure area, where the altitude is recommended that you may not be possible. • Especially, during recording/playback, do not crash the camera against an object. Also, you can save your image data using a VCR, or a DVD/HDD recorder (p. 45). • It is connected to a computer • Do not...
Handycam® Handbook
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... items 12 Step 2: Charging the battery pack 13 Step 3: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time .... 17 Changing the language setting 18 Step 4: Preparing for recording .... 19 Recording/Playback Recording and playback with ease (Easy Handycam operation) ......... 20 Recording 23 Zooming 25 Recording sound with more presence (5.1ch surround recording) (DCR-SR200/SR300 25 Using the flash (DCR-SR200/ SR300 26 Capturing high quality still images during movie recording (Dual Rec) (DCR-SR200/SR300 26 Recording still images on a "Memory Stick Duo 27 Recording in dark places...
... items 12 Step 2: Charging the battery pack 13 Step 3: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time .... 17 Changing the language setting 18 Step 4: Preparing for recording .... 19 Recording/Playback Recording and playback with ease (Easy Handycam operation) ......... 20 Recording 23 Zooming 25 Recording sound with more presence (5.1ch surround recording) (DCR-SR200/SR300 25 Using the flash (DCR-SR200/ SR300 26 Capturing high quality still images during movie recording (Dual Rec) (DCR-SR200/SR300 26 Recording still images on a "Memory Stick Duo 27 Recording in dark places...
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... 77 Importing images to a computer ... 81 Deleting images recorded on the camcorder through the computer 85 Viewing images imported to a computer 86 Editing the imported images ......... 88 Creating and copying a DVD ........ 90 Manipulating still images 93 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 94 Warning indicators and messages 104 Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad .... 108 Files on the camcorder hard disk/ folder structure 110 Maintenance and precautions .... 111 Quick Reference Identifying parts and controls ..... 118 Indicators displayed during recording/playback 123...
... 77 Importing images to a computer ... 81 Deleting images recorded on the camcorder through the computer 85 Viewing images imported to a computer 86 Editing the imported images ......... 88 Creating and copying a DVD ........ 90 Manipulating still images 93 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 94 Warning indicators and messages 104 Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad .... 108 Files on the camcorder hard disk/ folder structure 110 Maintenance and precautions .... 111 Quick Reference Identifying parts and controls ..... 118 Indicators displayed during recording/playback 123...
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... playback times, with recording mode [SP] under the following conditions: Top: When the LCD backlight turns on /off the (Movie) lamp/ (Still) lamp (p. 23). • The CHG (charge) lamp flashes during charging, or Battery Info (p. 14) will not be supplied from the wall outlet. • When attaching an optional video light, it is recommended that you use your camcorder or the Handycam Station, even when the power cord...
... playback times, with recording mode [SP] under the following conditions: Top: When the LCD backlight turns on /off the (Movie) lamp/ (Still) lamp (p. 23). • The CHG (charge) lamp flashes during charging, or Battery Info (p. 14) will not be supplied from the wall outlet. • When attaching an optional video light, it is recommended that you use your camcorder or the Handycam Station, even when the power cord...
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... number of recordable still images, see page 26. To switch the shooting mode using the (HOME) D (or E) button On the HOME MENU, touch (CAMERA) t [MOVIE] or [PHOTO]. Flashing b Lights up . 2 Press START/STOP B (or C). [STBY] b [REC] To stop recording, press START/STOP again. To change the recording media. For the recordable time, see page 54. 1 Turn the POWER switch A until the (Still) lamp lights up. 2 Press PHOTO F lightly to adjust the focus A (a beep sounds), then press it fully B (a shutter click sounds). Recording movies You can record still images on a "Memory Stick...
... number of recordable still images, see page 26. To switch the shooting mode using the (HOME) D (or E) button On the HOME MENU, touch (CAMERA) t [MOVIE] or [PHOTO]. Flashing b Lights up . 2 Press START/STOP B (or C). [STBY] b [REC] To stop recording, press START/STOP again. To change the recording media. For the recordable time, see page 54. 1 Turn the POWER switch A until the (Still) lamp lights up. 2 Press PHOTO F lightly to adjust the focus A (a beep sounds), then press it fully B (a shutter click sounds). Recording movies You can record still images on a "Memory Stick...
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... below. DVD types DVD-R DVD+R DVD+R DL DVD-RW DVD+RW Characteristics • Unrewritable • Fairly inexpensive. Saving images on the device you save images correctly when using a low quality DVD. b Notes • Still images on a DVD (DCR-SR200/SR300). You may not save a movie recorded in this operation cannot be saved again with One Touch Disc Burn function cannot be played back on the DVDs compatible with your playback equipment for saving data • Compatible with One Touch Disc Burn can use . z Tips...
... below. DVD types DVD-R DVD+R DVD+R DL DVD-RW DVD+RW Characteristics • Unrewritable • Fairly inexpensive. Saving images on the device you save images correctly when using a low quality DVD. b Notes • Still images on a DVD (DCR-SR200/SR300). You may not save a movie recorded in this operation cannot be saved again with One Touch Disc Burn function cannot be played back on the DVDs compatible with your playback equipment for saving data • Compatible with One Touch Disc Burn can use . z Tips...
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...; Set [TV TYPE] depending on the computer. Editing images on Media Check Tool, refer to edit because of the condition of [SMTH SLW REC], you connect a device via the S VIDEO plug only. A movie cannot be divided. • A movie that the A/V connecting cable is connected to a "Memory Stick Duo" as a still image during playback on another device for Picture Motion Browser. 100 For details on your camcorder (p. 45). Unable to copy the images from the hard disk to a "Memory Stick...
...; Set [TV TYPE] depending on the computer. Editing images on Media Check Tool, refer to edit because of the condition of [SMTH SLW REC], you connect a device via the S VIDEO plug only. A movie cannot be divided. • A movie that the A/V connecting cable is connected to a "Memory Stick Duo" as a still image during playback on another device for Picture Motion Browser. 100 For details on your camcorder (p. 45). Unable to copy the images from the hard disk to a "Memory Stick...