Sony DCR-HC48 Operating Guide
Sony DCR-HC48 - 1MP MiniDV Handycam Camcorder Manual
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511-11(1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide DCR-HC48 Getting Started 11 Recording/ Playback 20 Using the Menu 34 Dubbing/Editing 55 Using a Computer 63 Troubleshooting 67 Additional Information 77 Quick Reference 90 Spanish Quick Guide/ Guía rápida en español 100 © 2007 Sony - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 2
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. 2 - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 3
For those sets designed to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. Polarization This set may be equipped 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 - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 4
normally when following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are specified in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other hazards. Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to the set, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks (as - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 5
Handycam Station Model DCRA-C155 and AC Adaptor Model AC-L200/L200B. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DCR-HC48 - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 6
" (This manual) - "First Step Guide" for connecting the camcorder to a computer and using the supplied software (stored on the supplied CD-ROM) 6 Type of cassette you can use in your camcorder You can use mini DV cassettes marked with . Your camcorder is not compatible with the Cassette Memory - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 7
device with a USB or i.LINK cable, be sure to insert the connector plug the correct way, and not forcibly, to avoid damaging the terminal or cause a malfunction of your camcorder. • Connect the A/V connecting cable to the A/V OUT jack of the Handycam Station when using your camcorder attached to the - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 8
and accessories are subject to change without notice. About the Carl Zeiss lens • Your camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens, which was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. It adopts the MTF measurement system for video cameras and - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 9
Date search 31 Playing the picture on a TV ...........32 Using the Menu Using the menu items .......... 34 Menu items 35 CAMERA SET menu 37 Settings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions MEMORY SET menu 42 Settings for the "Memory Stick Duo" PICT.APPLI. menu 44 Special effects on - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 10
........ 66 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 67 Warning indicators and messages 74 Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad ...... 77 Maintenance and precautions ...... 78 Usable cassette tapes 78 About the "Memory Stick 79 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 80 About i.LINK 81 On - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 11
) Power cord (1) (p. 12) CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software" (1) (p. 63) Operating Guide (This manual) (1) Handycam Station (1) (p. 12, 93) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 93) A button-type lithium battery is already installed. A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 32, 55) USB cable (1) (p. 61) 11 - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 12
than the H series to your camcorder. 1 Align the terminals of the battery pack and your camcorder (1), then attach the battery pack and click it into place (2). 4 Connect the power cord to the AC Adaptor and the wall outlet. 5 Insert the camcorder into the Handycam Station securely, all the way to - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 13
the DC IN jack holding both the Handycam Station and the DC plug. To charge the battery pack using only the AC Adaptor Turn off the power, then connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack on your camcorder. POWER switch To remove your camcorder from the Handycam Station Turn off the power, then remove - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 14
) NP-FH50 NP-FH70 NP-FH100 Charging time 125 135 170 390 Recording time Approximate time (min.) available when you use a fully charged battery pack. Battery pack Continuous recording time Typical recording time* NP-FH40 (supplied) NP-FH50 100 50 110 55 110 55 115 55 130 65 130 65 - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 15
camcorder or change the POWER switch position. Touch the button on the LCD screen. POWER switch 1 While pressing the green button, slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to turn on the respective lamp. CAMERA-TAPE: To record on a tape. CAMERA-MEMORY: To record on a "Memory Stick - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 16
[CLOCK SET] (p. 34). b Notes • If you do not use your camcorder for about 3 months, the built-in rechargeable battery gets discharged and the date and time settings may be cleared from the memory. In that case, charge the rechargeable battery and then set the date and time again (p. 85). • At the - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 17
last longer Press and hold DISP/BATT INFO for a few seconds until appears. This setting is practical when you use your camcorder in bright conditions or where you want to save battery power. The recorded picture will not be affected by the setting. To turn on the LCD backlight, press and hold - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 18
setting adjustments before recording (Continued) The grip belt Fasten the grip belt and hold your camcorder correctly. 4 1 2 3 Step 5: Inserting a tape or a "Memory Stick Duo" Cassette tape You can use mini DV (p. 78). cassettes only 1 Slide and hold the OPEN/ EJECT lever in the direction of the - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 19
Do not shake or knock your camcorder, turn the power off, eject the "Memory Stick Duo," or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, image data may be damaged. • If you force the "Memory Stick Duo" into the slot in the wrong direction, the "Memory Stick Duo," the "Memory Stick Duo" slot, or image data may - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 20
/ STOP again. 3 Press PHOTO D to record.** 60min EASY 1.0M 3 0 GUIDE MENU Flashing t Lit Press and hold lightly Press fully to record. to adjust the focus. * Movies are recorded in SP (Standard Play) mode on a cassette. ** Still images are recorded in [FINE] quality on a "Memory Stick Duo." 20 - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 21
playback. Touch t / to select a picture. GUIDE A B GUIDE A D C D A GUIDE (p. 28) B Rewind/Fast forward C Stop D Play/Pause toggles MENU B C A GUIDE (p. 28) B Tape playback C Previous/Next D Delete (p. 59) x To cancel Easy Handycam operation Press EASY A again. disappears from - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 22
Press REC START/STOP A (or B). 60min STBY 60min 60min REC 60min GUIDE P-MENU GUIDE P-MENU [STBY] [REC] To stop recording, press REC START/STOP again. b Notes • You cannot record movies onto a "Memory Stick Duo" using your camcorder. z Tips • While recording movies on a tape, or while in - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 23
Recording/Playback Recording still images Still images are recorded on the "Memory Stick Duo." Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow repeatedly to turn on the CAMERA-MEMORY lamp. If the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG), slide it while pressing the green button. Press and hold PHOTO - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 24
on the LCD frame. z Tips • You can set [DIGITAL ZOOM] (p. 41) if you want to zoom to a possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is about 1 cm (about 13/32 in.) for wide optional) if it is attached. • Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 39) when it is hard to - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 25
LIGHT to display .. To cancel the back light function, press BACK LIGHT again. Recording in mirror mode 2 1 Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side (2). z Tips • A mirror-image of the subject appears on the LCD screen, but the image will be - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 26
start playback. Toggles Play or Pause as you touch* 60min 60min GUIDE P-MENU Stop** Rewind/Fast forward * Playback automatically stops if pause is engaged for more than 3 minutes. ** is displayed instead of when a "Memory Stick Duo" with recorded images is inserted and a tape is not being - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 27
Touch . The most recently recorded image is displayed. 1.0M MEMORY PLAY GUIDE Switch the playback media* Previous/Next P-MENU Go to the index screen display * is displayed on the tape playback screen. To display pictures on a "Memory Stick Duo" on the index screen Touch . Touch one of the - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 28
END]. b Notes • You cannot change the zoom speed with the zoom buttons on the LCD frame. GUIDE P-MENU Your camcorder has 3 guide functions as shown below. SHOOT GUIDE: USEFUL GUIDE: DISP GUIDE: Takes you to the setting screens related to recording. Takes you to the setting screens related to the - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 29
available, but still desired, touch [SET] to display an on-screen instruction. Follow the instruction to cancel Easy Handycam operation and then select the setting. z Tips • If [SET] is not displayed in step 3, follow the instruction on the screen. Searching for the starting point Searching for the - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 30
tape. Make sure that the CAMERA-TAPE lamp lights up (p. 22). Touch t 6 0 min . STBY 0:00:00 EDIT The last 2 seconds (approx.) of the most recently recorded scene are played back. Then, your camcorder is set to standby. Searching quickly for a desired scene (Zero set memory) Make sure that the - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 31
The tape counter returns to the time code display, and the zero set memory display disappears. 4 Press PLAY. Playback starts from the point designated "0:00 recording date. 6 0 min 0:00:00:00 3 0 min DATE -01 SEACH GUIDE P-MENU To cancel the operation Press STOP. b Notes • The Date search will not - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 32
the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected. Device without an S VIDEO jack Device with an S VIDEO jack (Black) 1 A/V OUT jack (Yellow) (White) (Red) (White) (Red) (Yellow) A/V OUT 2 : Signal flow A A/V connecting cable (supplied) The Handycam Station and your camcorder - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 33
your camcorder to a TV compatible with the ID-1/ID-2 system, and play back the tape, set [TV TYPE] to [16:9]. The TV automatically switches the aspect ratio according to the playback picture. When your TV is monaural (Only one audio input jack) Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 34
1 Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow repeatedly to turn on the respective lamp. CAMERA-TAPE lamp: settings on a tape CAMERA-MEMORY lamp: Duo" settings on a "Memory Stick PLAY/EDIT lamp: settings for viewing/editing 2 Touch the LCD screen to select the menu item. Unavailable - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 35
applied (p. 20). TAPE CAMERA SET menu (p. 37) SCENE SELECT z SPOT METER z EXPOSURE z WHITE BAL. z AUTOSLW SHTR z SPOT FOCUS z FOCUS z TELE MACRO z SUPER NSPLUS z NS LIGHT z COLOR SLOW S z SELF-TIMER z*1 DIGITAL ZOOM z STEADYSHOT z MEMORY SET menu (p. 42) STILL - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 36
- AUDIO MIX - LCD/VF SET z TV TYPE z USB CAMERA z DISP GUIDE z DATA CODE - REMAINING z REMOTE CTRL z BEEP z DISP *2 The setting is displayed only when the POWER switch is set to CAMERA-MEMORY. *3 The setting value before entering Easy Handycam operation will be retained. 36 - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 37
CAMERA SET menu Settings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions The default settings are to shoot distant subjects clearly. This setting also prevents your camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows between the camcorder and the subject. PORTRAIT (Soft portrait) ( ) - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 38
CAMERA SET [SPOT METER], [EXPOSURE] is automatically set to [MANUAL]. EXPOSURE You can fix the brightness of a picture manually. Adjust the brightness when the subject is too bright or studios where the lighting conditions change quickly - Under video lamps in a studio, or under sodium lamps or - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 39
and stored in the memory, the indicator stops changed the battery pack while [AUTO] was selected, or taken your camcorder outdoors after set to [MANUAL]. FOCUS You can adjust the focus manually. You can select between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is about 1 cm (about 13/32 in - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 40
CAMERA SET menu (Continued) TELE MACRO This is useful to shoot small COLOR SLOW S], touch [OFF]. b Notes • Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 39) when it is hard to focus automatically. • The shutter speed of your camcorder changes depending on the brightness. The motion of the picture may slow - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 41
than 25 × (the default setting) while recording on a tape. Note that the image quality decreases when you are using the digital zoom. STEADYSHOT You can compensate for camera shake (the default setting is [ON]). Set [STEADYSHOT] to [OFF] ( ) when using a tripod (optional) or the conversion lens - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 42
Notes • [IMAGE SIZE] can be set only when the POWER switch is set to CAMERA-MEMORY. • If you set a screen ratio of 16:9 (wide), [IMAGE SIZE] is fixed to [0.7M] automatically (p. 25). Capacity of the "Memory Stick Duo" (MB) and the number of recordable pictures In 4:3 aspect ratio 1.0M VGA (1152 - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 43
30000 29500 59000 * If you record a still image on a "Memory Stick Duo" with the POWER switch set to CAMERA-TAPE, [IMAGE SIZE] is automatically fixed at [0.2M]. You for image quality. • When using the "Memory Stick Duo" made by Sony Corporation. The number of recordable pictures varies depending - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 44
. Touch [YES] t . b Notes • You cannot delete the created folders using your camcorder. You will have to format the "Memory Stick Duo" (p. 43), or delete them using your computer. • The number of recordable pictures on a "Memory Stick Duo" may decrease as the number of folders increases. REC FOLDER - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 45
FADER (fade in only) SLIDE SHOW Plays back in sequence the images stored on a "Memory Stick Duo," or in a folder (slide show). 1 Touch t [PB FOLDER]. 2 show with / before touching [START]. D.EFFECT (Digital effect) You can add digital effects to your recordings. 1 Touch the desired effect - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 46
to pictures. b Notes • Adjust the focus manually using a tripod (optional) since adjusting the focus DV Interface (i.LINK). Only the original pictures can be output. • You cannot add effects to externally input pictures. z Tips • You can save pictures edited using special effects on a "Memory Stick - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 47
be recorded if the battery or tape has run out. • There may be discrepancies in the interval. z Tips • If you adjust the focus manually, you can record clear cassette and a "Memory Stick Duo" from your camcorder, and slide the POWER switch repeatedly to turn on the CAMERA-TAPE lamp. Continued , - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 48
Memory Stick Duo" is inserted. - When the POWER switch is set to other than CAMERA-TAPE. PictBridge PRINT See page 61. USB SELECT You can connect the camcorder to a personal computer with a USB cable a malfunction. **Pictures output from the DV Interface (i.LINK) cannot be played back smoothly in - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 49
camcorder is connected via an i.LINK cable. - When the tape has been recorded in 4CH MIC mode on other camcorders camcorders (including other DCR-HC48 camcorders). Recording sound Insert a recorded cassette into your camcorder , beforehand, press ZERO SET MEMORY on the Remote Commander at the - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 50
• If you record in the LP mode, pictures may appear mosaic-like or sound may be interrupted when you play back the tape on other camcorders or VCRs. • When you mix recordings in the SP mode and in the LP mode on one tape, the playback picture may be distorted or - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 51
for the setting. • When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is slightly reduced during recording. TV TYPE See page 33. USB CAMERA When you set [ STREAM] and connect your camcorder to your computer via the USB cable, you can view the picture your camcorder is currently seeing on your computer like - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 52
"Memory Stick CAMERA-TAPE with a cassette inserted. • When you touch (Play/Pause). ON Always displays the remaining tape indicator. REMOTE CTRL (Remote control) The default setting is [ON], allowing you to use the supplied Remote Commander (p. 93). z Tips • Set to [OFF] to prevent your camcorder - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 53
menu items. CLOCK SET See page 15. WORLD TIME When using your camcorder abroad, you can set the time difference by touching / , the is not displayed, touch / . 6 0 min STBY Select the category. 0:00:00 END CAMERA SET PICT. APPLI. EDIT/PLAY STANDARD SET TIME/LANGU. OK 2 Touch / to select a - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 54
SCENE SELECT LCD BRIGHT TELE MACRO FADER 2 Touch the menu item that you want to delete. 6 0 min DELETE STBY 0:00:00 Delete this from CAMERA-TAPE mode's P-MENU? YES NO 3 Touch [YES] t . b Notes • You cannot delete [MENU] and [P-MENU SET UP]. Arranging the order of menu items displayed on - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 55
with an S VIDEO jack Dubbing/Editing (Black) (Yellow) 1 A/V OUT jack (White) (Red) (White) (Red) (Yellow) A/V OUT 2 DV To DV Interface (i.LINK) 3 To i.LINK jack VCRs or DVD/HDD recorders : Signal flow A A/V connecting cable (supplied) The Handycam Station and your camcorder are both - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 56
connecting cable (supplied) 1, an A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO (optional) 2 or an i.LINK cable (optional) 3. Connect your camcorder to the input jacks of the recording device. 4 Start playback on the camcorder, and recording on the recording device. Refer to the operating instructions supplied - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 57
onto a "Memory Stick Duo" using an optional i.LINK cable. Be sure to insert a cassette or a "Memory Stick Duo" for recording in your camcorder beforehand. You can connect your camcorder to a TV, VCR etc. or an i.LINK-compatible device using the i.LINK cable (optional). Connect your camcorder to the - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 58
you want to record. Check the image and press it fully. b Notes • The indicator appears when you connect your camcorder and other devices via an i.LINK cable. (This indicator may also appear on the connected device.) Recording still images 1 Perform steps 1 to 3 in "Recording movies." 2 Start - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 59
picture is recorded on the tape and stored on the "Memory Stick Duo" are recorded. On your camcorder, the date and time the picture is recorded on the tape are displayed. Camera setting data recorded on the tape cannot be stored on the "Memory Stick Duo." • Still images will be fixed to image size - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 60
images on your camcorder if the "Memory Stick Duo" already has some images with the Print mark put on using other devices. This may change the information of the images with the Print mark put on using the other device. Selecting still images for printing (Print mark) The DPOF (Digital Print Order - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 61
compatible. Connect the AC Adaptor to obtain power from the wall outlet (p. 12). Insert the "Memory Stick Duo" containing still images into your camcorder and turn on the printer. Connecting your camcorder the (USB) jack (p. 93) of the Handycam Station to the printer using the USB cable. [USB SELECT - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 62
. - Disconnect the power cord. - Remove your camcorder from the Handycam Station. - Disconnect the USB cable from the Handycam Station or the printer. - Remove the "Memory Stick Duo" from your camcorder. • If the printer stops working, disconnect the USB cable, turn the printer off and on again and - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 63
. About "First Step Guide" The "First Step Guide" is an instruction manual you can refer to on your computer. This describes basic operations, from initial hookup of your camcorder and computer and making settings, to general operation the first time you use the software "Picture Motion Browser - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 64
a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" and your computer is not compatible with it, connect your camcorder with the USB cable instead of using the Memory Stick slot on the computer. 64 Installing the "First Step Guide" and software You need to install the "First Step Guide" and software to your Windows computer - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 65
model name of your camcorder from the pull-down menu. 6 Click [FirstStepGuide(HTML)]. Installation starts. When [Save is complete] appears, click [OK] to finish the installation. To view the "First Step Guide" in PDF In step 6, click [FirstStepGuide(PDF)]. To install the software "Adobe Reader" to - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 66
images. System requirements To copy still images from a "Memory Stick Duo" OS: Mac OS 9.1/9.2 or Mac OS X (v10.1/ v10.2/v10.3/v10.4). Others: USB port (this must be provided as standard) About "First Step Guide" The "First Step Guide" is an instruction manual you can refer to on your computer. This - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 67
your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer. • Overall operations/Easy Handycam/ Remote Commander 67 • Batteries/Power sources 68 • LCD screen/viewfinder 68 • Cassette tapes/"Memory Stick - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 68
properly. • Insert your camcorder into the Handycam Station correctly (p. 12). • The battery charge is completed (p. 12). The CHG (charge) lamp flashes while the battery pack is being charged. • Attach the battery pack to the camcorder correctly (p. 12). If the problem persists, disconnect the AC - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 69
Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to turn on the CAMERA-MEMORY or PLAY/ EDIT lamp (p. 23, 26). • If you use a "Memory Stick Duo" formatted on a computer, format it again on your camcorder (p. 43). You cannot delete pictures or format a "Memory Stick Duo." • Release the lock on the write-protect tab - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 70
Troubleshooting (Continued) The data file name is not indicated correctly, or flashes. • The file is damaged. • Use the file format that is compatible with your camcorder (p. 79). Recording Refer also to "Cassette tapes/ "Memory Stick Duo"" section (p. 69). The tape does not start when you press - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 71
[MANUAL] of [EXPOSURE] - [SPOT METER] • The BACK LIGHT function does not work during Easy Handycam Memory Stick Duo"" section (p. 69). You cannot play back a tape. • Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp (p. 26). • Rewind the tape (p. 26). Continued , 71 Troubleshooting - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 72
Troubleshooting (Continued) Image data stored on a "Memory Stick an S VIDEO plug, make sure the red and white plugs of the A/V connecting cable are also connected (p. 32). The with a 4ch microphone (4CH MIC REC). Your camcorder is not compatible with 4ch microphone recording. Date search does not - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 73
to a "Memory Stick Duo." • You cannot record or a distorted picture may be recorded if the tape has been used repeatedly for recording. The picture gets disturbed or dark, or the sounds get distorted. • A/V connecting cables are connected to both your camcorder and the Handycam Station. Disconnect - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 74
you can fix by yourself. If the problem persists even after you have tried a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. C:(or E:) ss:ss (Self-diagnosis display) C:04:ss • The battery pack is not an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series). Use an "InfoLITHIUM - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 75
to the write-protect of the "Memory Stick Duo")* • The write-protect tab on the "Memory Stick Duo" is set to lock (p. 79). (Warning indicator pertaining to camera-shake warning) • The camcorder is unsteady, so camerashake easily occurs. Hold the camcorder steady with both hands and shoot the - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 76
messages appear on the screen, follow the instructions. z Tips • When is displayed, camcorder. • You will have to format the "Memory Stick Duo" (p. 43), or delete them using your computer. Check the connected device. • Switch off the printer and switch it on again, then disconnect the USB cable - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 77
.) menu, then set the time difference (p. 53). AC-L200/L200B [a] [b] On TV color systems Your camcorder is NTSC system, so its picture can only be viewed on a NTSC system TV with an AUDIO/VIDEO input jack. System NTSC PAL PAL - M PAL - N SECAM Used in Bahama Islands, Bolivia, Canada, Central - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 78
Maintenance and precautions Usable cassette tapes You can use mini DV format cassettes only. Use a cassette with the mark. Your camcorder is not compatible with the Cassette Memory function. To prevent a blank section from being created on the tape Go to the end of the recorded section using - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 79
appears on the display of a computer. • A "Memory Stick Duo" formatted by a computer (Windows OS/Mac OS) does not have guaranteed compatibility with your camcorder. • Data read/write speed may vary depending on the combination of the "Memory Stick" and "Memory Stick" compliant product you use. On - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 80
PRO Duo" that can be used on your camcorder is 4 GB. • This unit does not support high speed data transfer. On image data compatibility • Image data files recorded on a "Memory Stick Duo" by your camcorder conform to the "Design rule for Camera File system" universal standard established by the - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 81
. What is i.LINK? i.LINK is a digital serial interface for transferring digital video, digital audio, and other data to other i.LINK-compatible devices. You can also control other devices using the i.LINK. i.LINK-compatible devices can be connected using an i.LINK cable. Possible applications are - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 82
wall outlet before connecting or disconnecting the i.LINK cable. About the required i.LINK cable Use the Sony i.LINK 4-pin-to-4-pin cable (during DV dubbing). On using your camcorder On use and care • Do not use or store the camcorder and accessories in the following locations. - Anywhere extremely - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 83
. • 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 your eyes, wash with plenty of water and consult a doctor. x When not using your camcorder for a long time - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 84
video heads are worn. Please contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility to have the video heads replaced. LCD screen • Do not exert excessive pressure on the LCD screen, as it may cause damage. • If your camcorder with the corner of the "Memory Stick Duo" or the like. The - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 85
dust from the inside area where the eyecup block was attached with a camera blower, etc. 6 Attach the eyecup block to the viewfinder, pushing eyecup block. On charging the pre-installed rechargeable battery Your camcorder has a pre-installed rechargeable battery to retain the date, time, and other - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 86
Exif Ver. 2.2* Audio recording system Rotary heads, PCM system Quantization: 12 bits (Fs 32 kHz, stereo 1, stereo 2), 16 bits (Fs 48 kHz, stereo) Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Usable cassette Mini DV cassette with the mark printed Tape speed SP: Approx. 18.81 mm/s LP: Approx - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 87
main unit only, 465 g (1 lb) including the NP-FH40 rechargeable battery pack and DVM60 cassette Supplied accessories See page 11. Handycam Station Input/Output connectors DCRA-C155 Audio/Video output 10-pin connector Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms) Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms) Chrominance - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 88
USB jack mini-B DV input/output i.LINK Interface (IEEE1394, 4-pin connector S100) AC Adaptor AC-L200/L200B Power requirements AC 100 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz Current consumption 0.35 - 0.18 A Power consumption 18 W Output voltage DC 8.4 V* Operating temperature 0 °C to 40 °C (32 Rechargeable battery pack - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 89
"Memory Stick PRO Duo," " ," "MagicGate," " ," "MagicGate Memory Stick" and "MagicGate Memory Stick Duo" are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • "InfoLITHIUM" is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • i.LINK and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • is a trademark. • Microsoft, Windows, and - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 90
). F Grip belt (18) G Lens (Carl Zeiss Lens) (8) H LENS COVER switch (17) I Remote sensor Point the Remote Commander (93) towards the remote sensor to operate your camcorder. J Internal stereo microphone (49) K Infrared port (24) 90 - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 91
28) G WIDE SELECT button (25) H Speaker Playback sound comes out from the speaker. For how to adjust the volume, see page 26. I BATT (battery release) PUSH button (13) J CHG (charge) lamp (12) K Access lamp (19) L "Memory Stick Duo" slot (19) M BACK LIGHT button (25) Continued , 91 Quick Reference - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 92
switch (15) B Viewfinder (17) C Eyecup (85) D Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (17) E DC IN jack (13) F CAMERA-TAPE, CAMERA- MEMORY, PLAY/EDIT lamp (15) G REC START/STOP button (20, 22) H A/V OUT jack (32, 55) I Tripod receptacle Attach the tripod (optional: the length of the screw must be less than - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 93
Handycam Station 1 A Interface connector B (USB) jack (61) C DV interface (55, 57) D DC IN jack (12) E A/V OUT jack (32, 55) Quick Reference 23 4 5 Remote Commander 7 1 8 2 3 9 4 5 6 q; Insulation sheet b Notes • Remove the insulation sheet before using the Remote Commander. • Aim the - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 94
images 91 60min 101 0qa 1.0M FINE qs 11 GUIDE 67 8 A Remaining battery (approx.) B Recording mode (SP or LP) Memory Stick Duo" indicator and the number of images that can be recorded (approx.) M Review button (23) Viewing movies 1 2 qf 45 GUIDE 7 qg 8 N Tape transport indicator O Video - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 95
when there are multiple folders on the same "Memory Stick Duo." : Touch folder. to move to the ) Indicators when you made changes You can use the [DISP GUIDE] (p. 96) to check the function of each indicator that ) Meaning DV input (57) DV output (55) i.LINK connection (55, 57) Zero set memory (30, - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 96
(40) PictBridge connecting (61) Warning (74) Meaning Picture effect (46) Digital effect (45) Manual focus (39) SCENE SELECT (37) . n Backlight (25) White balance that appears on the LCD screen. 1 Touch [GUIDE] t [DISP GUIDE]. 60min STBY GUIDE P-MENU 2 Touch the area including the indicator - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 97
Step Guide 63, 66 FLASH (Flash motion) ........ 46 Flexible spot meter 38 FOCUS 39, 70 FORMAT 43, 79 Frame-by-frame Playback .... 48 G Getting Started 11 H Handycam Station ..........12, 93 I i.LINK 81 i.LINK cable 55, 57 Image protection 60 IMAGE SIZE 42 INDOOR 38 "InfoLITHIUM" battery - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 98
review 30 Recording 20, 22 Recording time 14 REMAINING 52 Remaining battery.......... 14, 94 Remote Commander 93 REMOTE CTRL (Remote control 52 Reversal Playback 48 S S VIDEO cable 32 92 TV 32 TV color systems 77 TV TYPE 33 TWILIGHT 37 U USAGE GUIDE 28 USB CAMERA 51 USB SELECT 48 - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 99
Quick Reference Windows 63 WIPE 45 WORLD TIME 53 Write-protect tab 78, 79 Z Zero set memory 30 Zoom 24 99 - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 100
éntesis indica la cantidad del elemento. Adaptador de ca (1) Batería recargable NP-FH40 (1) Cable de alimentación (1) CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software" (1) Guía de operaciones (este manual) (1) Handycam Station (1) Control remoto inalámbrico (1) Tiene instalada una pila de litio tipo bot - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 101
2 Spanish Quick Guide/Guía rápida en español 1 Batería 5 Interruptor POWER Enchufe de cc Toma de entrada de cc 3 4 Cable de alimentación Al el cable de alimentación al adaptador de alimentación de ca y al tomacorriente de pared. 5 Inserte firmemente la videocámara en Handycam Station hacia - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 102
cc de la videocámara. Interruptor POWER Para extraer la videocámara de la Handycam Station Apague la alimentación y luego extraiga la videocámara de Handycam Station sosteniendo al mismo tiempo la videocámara y la Handycam Station. Con la marca v hacia abajo Enchufe de cc Toma de entrada de cc - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 103
ía descargada por completo. Batería Tiempo de carga NP-FH40 (suministrada) 125 NP-FH50 135 NP-FH70 170 NP-FH100 390 Spanish Quick Guide/Guía rápida en español Tiempo de grabación Tiempo aproximado (min) disponible cuando utiliza una batería completamente cargada. Batería Tiempo de - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 104
de la batería mientras en adaptador de ca esté conectado a la toma de entrada de cc de la videocámara o a la Handycam Station, incluso cuando el cable esté desconectado del tomacorriente de pared. Acerca del tiempo de carga/grabación/ reproducción • Tiempo calculado con la videocámara a 25 ºC (Se - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 105
Spanish Quick Guide/Guía rápida en español Paso 3: Activación de la alimentación y el indicador correspondiente mientras mantiene presionado el botón verde. CAMERA-TAPE: Para grabar en una cinta. CAMERA-MEMORY: Para grabar en una "Memory Stick Duo". PLAY/EDIT: Para reproducir o editar imágenes - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 106
stas se grabarán automáticamente en la cinta y podrán visualizarse durante la reproducción ([CÓDIGO DATOS] (durante el modo de operación Easy Handycam, únicamente podrá ajustar [FECHA/HORA])). • Si los botones del panel táctil no funcionan correctamente, ajuste el panel táctil (CALIBRACIÓN). Cambio - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 107
Spanish Quick Guide/Guía rápida en español Para desactivar la luz de fondo de la pantalla LCD para una larga duración de la batería Mantenga presionado DISP/ - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 108
Inserción de una cinta o un "Memory Stick Duo" Cinta de videocasete Solamente puede utilizar videocasetes de formato mini DV . 1 Deslice la palanca OPEN/ EJECT OPEN/EJECT 3 Cierre la tapa. Tapa El compartimiento del videocasete sale automáticamente y se abre. 2 Inserte un videocasete con la - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 109
función de la calidad o el tamaño de la imagen. Spanish Quick Guide/Guía rápida en español Con la marca v hacia la pantalla LCD Para expulsar un "Memory Stick Duo" Empuje ligeramente una sola vez y deslice hacia afuera el "Memory Stick Duo" al costado del cuerpo de la videocámara. b Notas • Cuando - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 110
varias veces en el sentido de la flecha para que se encienda el indicador CAMERA-TAPE. Si el interruptor POWER está en la posición OFF (CHG), desl /STOP nuevamente. b Notas • No es posible grabar películas en un "Memory Stick Duo" con la videocámara. z Sugerencias • Durante la grabación de pel - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 111
en español Grabación de imágenes fijas Las imágenes fijas se graban en el "Memory Stick Duo". Deslice el interruptor POWER varias veces en el sentido de la flecha para que se encienda el indicador CAMERA-MEMORY. Si el interruptor POWER está en la posición OFF (CHG), deslícelo mientras presiona el - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 112
* La reproducción se detiene automáticamente si se acciona la pausa durante más de 3 minuto. ** se muestra en lugar de al insertar un "Memory Stick Duo" con imágenes grabadas y si no se está reproduciendo una cinta. Para ajustar el volumen del sonido Toque t [VOL.], y, a continuación, / para - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 113
Spanish Quick Guide/Guía rápida en español Visualización de imágenes fijas Toque . la pantalla de índice * aparece en la pantalla de reproducción de cinta. Para visualizar imágenes de un "Memory Stick Duo" en la pantalla de índice Toque . Toque una de las imágenes para regresar al modo de - Sony DCR-HC48 | Operating Guide - Page 114
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Digital Video Camera Recorder
Operating Guide
DCR-HC48
Getting Started
11
Recording/
Playback
20
Using the Menu
34
Dubbing/Editing
55
Using a Computer
63
Troubleshooting
67
Additional Information
77
Quick Reference
90
Spanish Quick Guide/
Guía rápida en español
100