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Click "Handycam" Handbook DCR-PJ5/SR21/SX21 Table of Contents Useful recording techniques Index 2011 Sony Corporation 4-290-836-11(1) US - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 2
on using your camcorder to its fullest in this "Handycam" Handbook. Read the "Handycam" Handbook in addition to the Operating Guide (a separate volume). Information on using your camcorder connected to a computer will also be found in the Operating Guide and the "PMB Help" that is the Help of - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 3
Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV30 (1) CD-ROM "Handycam" Application Software (1) "PMB" (software, including "PMB Help") "Handycam" Handbook (PDF) "Operating Guide" (1) Menu image and sound are recorded without any problems. Compensation for the contents of recordings cannot be provided, even - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 4
DCR-SR21) [YES] [YES] . Notes on optional accessories We recommend using genuine Sony accessories. Availability of such products is subject to country/region. Useful recording techniques Notes on battery manual when there is a difference in specification between models. Confirm the - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 5
differences in specification of this the access lamp (p. 20) is lit or flashing Remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor from the camcorder, or subject the camcorder to playback may be stopped. Note on using the camcorder at high altitudes (DCR-SR21) Do not turn on the camcorder in a low-pressure - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 6
Table of contents Useful recording techniques Operation flow Getting started (p. 12) Prepare the power source and recording media. Recording movies and photos (p. 21) Recording movies p. 22 Changing the recording mode (p. 26) Expected recording time (MEDIA INFO, p. 73) Shooting photos p. - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 7
a tripod, you can make a time-lapse recording or record subjects in dim light, such as scenes of fireworks, or night views. By always carrying spare batteries, you can continue recording without worrying about - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 8
Table of contents Useful recording techniques Capturing images beautifully without troublesome setting INTELLIGENT AUTO (25) Recording in a dimly-lit room VIDEO LIGHT (26) Flowers in close-up PORTRAIT (65) TELE MACRO (67) Checking your golf swing SPORTS (65) Capturing fireworks, or a sunset in - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 9
"Handycam" Handbook 2 Searching for information quickly 2 Read this first 3 Notes on use 5 Operation flow 6 Advice for successful recording 7 Getting started Step 1: Charging the battery photos (Slide show 33 Using the built-in projector (DCR-PJ5 34 Playing images on a TV 36 US Index - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 10
the internal recording media to memory card (DCR-SR21 43 Dubbing movies 43 Copying photos 44 48 Creating a disc 49 Uploading images to a media service 50 Starting up "PMB Portable" (Windows 50 Starting up the OPTION MENU 62 Menu lists 63 MANUAL SETTINGS (Items to adjust for scene condition - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 11
Table of contents Useful recording techniques Additional information Troubleshooting 77 Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators 82 Recording time of movies/number of recordable photos 85 Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack 85 Expected recording time of movies 85 - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 12
Table of contents Getting started Step 1: Charging the battery pack DCR-SR21 Battery pack CHG (charge) lamp DCR-PJ5/SX21 DC IN jack DC plug AC Adaptor Power cord (Mains lead) To the wall outlet (wall socket) CHG (charge) lamp Useful recording techniques Index - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 13
on the DC IN jack. The CHG (charge) lamp lights up and charging starts. The CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery pack is fully charged. 4 When the battery is charged, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack of your camcorder. Tips See page 85 on recording and playing - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 14
cool place. In the default setting, the power turns off automatically if you leave your camcorder without any operation for about 5 minutes, to save battery power ([A.SHUT OFF], p. 75). Notes on the AC Adaptor Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 15
Table of contents Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time 1 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder. Your camcorder turns on. POWER lamp 2 Select the desired geographical area by selecting / with / of the multi-selector, keep pressing the center of the multi-selector - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 16
Table of contents 5 Select [NEXT] with of the multi-selector, then press the center of the multi-selector. 6 Set the date and time by repeating the procedure below. Highlight the desired item with / of the multi-selector. Select the setting value with / of the multi selector, and - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 17
Table of contents Using the Multi-selector Multi-selector Turn the desired button on a light with of the multi-selector. Press the center of the multi-selector to confirm your selection. Changing the language setting You can change the on-screen displays to show messages in a - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 18
icons are displayed on the screen of your camcorder. DCR-PJ5/SX21: Memory card DCR-SR21: * Internal hard disk Memory card * In the See page 86 for the number of recordable photos. Selecting the recording media for movies (DCR-SR21) Select (MENU) [Show others] [MEDIA SETTINGS] (under [ - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 19
recording medium to [MEMORY CARD] to record movies and/or photos on memory card (DCR-SR21). Types of memory card that can be used with your camcorder Only " use "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media of 512 MB or larger. In this manual, "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media and "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media are - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 20
enough free space.] is displayed, initialize the memory card by selecting (MENU) [Show others] [MEDIA FORMAT] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category) [MEMORY CARD] (DCR-SR21) [YES] [YES] . To eject the memory card Open the cover and lightly push the memory card in once. Do not open the - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 21
Recording/Playback Recording In the default setting, movies are recorded on the following recording media. DCR-PJ5/SX21: Memory card DCR-SR21: Internal hard disk Tips See page 18 on changing the recording media (DCR-SR21). To open the lens cover Slide the LENS COVER switch to open. Tips When - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 22
Table of contents 2 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder. Your camcorder turns on. You can switch recording modes by pressing MODE. Press MODE until the desired mode icon appears. (Movie): When recording a movie MODE button Recording movies Press START/STOP to start recording. Useful - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 23
or vibration to the camcorder, or remove the battery or AC Adaptor. Access lamp (p. 20) images using the outer frame displayed on the screen as a guide. [ STEADYSHOT] is set to [ON] in the recorded on the following recording media. DCR-PJ5/SX21: Memory card DCR-SR21: Internal hard disk Tips - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 24
Table of contents Press MODE until the (Photo) icon appears. The LCD screen display switches for photo recording mode, and the screen aspect ratio becomes 4:3. (Photo): When shooting a photo MODE button Press PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus, then press it fully. Useful recording - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 25
Table of contents Useful functions for recording movies and photos Zooming You can magnify images up to 67× times the original size with the power zoom lever. Recording better images automatically (INTELLIGENT AUTO) By pressing , you can record images using the INTELLIGENT AUTO function. When you - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 26
quick movements may appear with block noise when you play back the image. Tips You can select the [ REC MODE] for each recording media separately (DCR-SR21). Using the VIDEO LIGHT You can use the VIDEO LIGHT according to the recording conditions. It is recommended that you use the VIDEO LIGHT - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 27
Table of contents The length of time you can use the battery pack is shorter when you use the VIDEO LIGHT. When you record movies with the VIDEO LIGHT set to , the video light may turn on - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 28
setting, movies and photos that are recorded on the following recording media are played. DCR-PJ5/SX21: Memory card DCR-SR21: Internal hard disk Tips See page 18 on changing the recording media (DCR-SR21). 1 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder. Your camcorder turns on. 2 Press (VIEW - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 29
Table of contents appears with the movie or photo that was most recently played or recorded. If you select the movie or photo with , you can continue playback from the previous time. ( appears on the photo recorded on a memory card.) Playing movies Your camcorder starts playing the selected - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 30
Tips When viewing photos recorded on a memory card, (playback folder) appears on the screen. Table of contents Useful recording techniques Index US 30 - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 31
Table of contents Useful recording techniques Useful functions for playing movies and photos Searching for desired images by date (Date Index) You can search for desired images by date efficiently. Notes You cannot use the Date Index function for photos on the memory card. Press (VIEW - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 32
Table of contents Select / to select the desired movie. Select / to search for the desired scene, then select the scene you want to play back. Playback starts from the selected scene. Tips You can also display the Film Roll Index by selecting (MENU) [Show others] [VIEW IMAGES - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 33
Table of contents Playing back a series of photos (Slide show) Select screen. on the photo playback The slide show begins from the selected photo. To stop the slide show Select . To restart the slide show Select again. Tips You can set continuous slide show playback by selecting ( - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 34
Table of contents Using the built-in projector (DCR-PJ5) You can enjoy recorded movies or photos using the built-in projector. The projector can be used when you want to watch recorded content with - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 35
eyes. Make sure not to touch the projector lens. The LCD screen and the projector lens become hot while in use. Using the projector shortens battery life. If you connect the camcorder to a TV and use the projector function, sound will be output from the TV; however, no image will be - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 36
jack Signal flow Set the input selector of the TV to the input your camcorder will be connected to. For details, refer to the instruction manuals supplied with the TV. Connect your camcorder to a TV with the A/V connecting cable (supplied). Connect your camcorder to the input jack of the - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 37
to a TV compatible with the ID-1/ID-2 system, set [TV TYPE] to [16:9]. The TV switches to full mode automatically. Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with your TV. When you set [TV TYPE] to [4:3], the image quality may deteriorate. Also, when the recorded image's aspect ratio switches - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 38
photos to be deleted. Notes You cannot restore images once they are deleted. Save important movies and photos in advance. Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder while deleting the images. It may damage the recording media. Do not eject memory card while deleting - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 39
Table of contents To delete all the movies/photos recorded on the same day at one time Notes You cannot delete photos on memory card by recording date. In step 2, select [ DELETE] [ DELETE by date]. To delete all photos on the same day at one time, select [ DELETE] [ DELETE by date]. - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 40
Table of contents Useful recording techniques Protecting recorded movies and photos (Protect) Protect movies and photos to avoid deleting them by mistake. Tips You can protect movies and photos on the playback screen from OPTION MENU. 1 Select (MENU) [Show others] [PROTECT] (under - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 41
You cannot restore movies once they are divided. You cannot divide the protected movie. Remove the protection to divide (p. 40). Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder while dividing the movie. It may damage the recording media. Also, do not eject the memory - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 42
capturing is finished, the screen returns to pause. The captured photo is saved on the recording media selected in [PHOTO MEDIA SET] (DCR-SR21) (p. 19). To continue capturing, select , then repeat steps from step 3. To capture a photo from another movie, select , then repeat steps - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 43
all movies of a specified date [ DUB ALL]: To dub the Playlist When you select the Playlist as the source of dubbing, follow the on-screen instructions to dub the Playlist. Select the movie to be dubbed. [DUB by select]: Select the movie to be dubbed, and mark it with . You can - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 44
Table of contents Useful recording techniques Select [YES] . Tips To check the dubbed movies after dubbing is finished, select [MEMORY CARD] on [MOVIE MEDIA SET] and play them back (p. 18). Copying photos You can copy photos from the internal recording media of the camcorder to - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 45
Select the image on the LCD screen to confirm the image. Select to return to the previous screen. Select [YES] . Notes Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder while adding movies to the Playlist. It may damage the recording media. Also, do not eject the - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 46
Table of contents Movies added to the Playlist appear. Select [ MOVE]. Select the movie to be moved. Select the movie you want to play back. The Playlist is played back from the selected movie to the end, then the screen returns to the Playlist screen. To erase unnecessary movies from - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 47
Burn function on your camcorder, you can save movies and photos recorded on the internal recording media only (DCR-SR21). 1 Turn on your computer, and place an unused disc on the DVD drive. If any 3 Select [DISC BURN] on your camcorder. 4 Follow the instructions on the computer screen. US 47 - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 48
screen. 2 Select the recording media that contains the images you want to save on the camcorder screen. [ USB CONNECT]: Internal hard disk (DCR-SR21) [ USB CONNECT]: Memory card The displayed recording media differ depending on the model. If the [USB SELECT] screen does not appear - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 49
," then click [Show Edit Palette] on the right side of the screen [Save Frame]. See "PMB Help" for details. Useful recording techniques Index 5 Follow the instructions on the screen to create a disc. It may take a long time to create a disc. US 49 - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 50
the following: You can easily upload images to a blog or other media service. You can upload images from a computer connected to the Internet even when which you wish to use "PMB Portable." [ USB CONNECT]: Internal hard disk (DCR-SR21) [ USB CONNECT]: Memory card If the [USB SELECT] screen - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 51
you must comply with the terms and conditions established by the websites concerned. Services may be terminated or changed at the will of the website operators. Sony cannot be held responsible for problems arising between users and third parties, including inconvenience caused to users during use - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 52
external device Saving images in external media Refer to the Sony support page for your country/region for details on external media that wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor (p. 14). Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the external media. 2 If the external media has the AC - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 53
have not yet been saved on to external media can be saved. DCR-PJ5/SX21: Movies and photos that have not yet been saved on to external COPY] (when selecting photos). Follow the on-screen instructions to select the recording media (DCR-SR21) and image selection methods. When you selected [ - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 54
Table of contents Useful recording techniques To play back images in the external media on the camcorder Select [Play without copying.] in step 5 above. The VISUAL INDEX screen of the external media is displayed. Play back the image (p. 28). You can also view images on a TV connected to your - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 55
Express (sold separately). Refer also to the instruction manual supplied with the DVD writer. Insert will be recorded to the disc Notes (DCR-SR21). Connect your camcorder to the 12cm DVD-R 12cm DVD+R The device does not support two-layered discs. DVDirect Express is referred to as - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 56
Table of contents Useful recording techniques When creating multiple copies of the same disc When dubbing images in the memory card (DCR-SR21) Select [DISC BURN OPTION] on the screen in step 4. Select the recording media containing the movie(s) you want to save (DCRSR21). Select the - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 57
also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected. Notes Sony DVD writer may DCR-SR21) [ USB CONNECT]: Memory card The displayed recording media differ depending on the model. Record movies on the connected device. For details, refer to the instruction manuals - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 58
on a disc or video cassette, by connecting your camcorder to a disc recorder, a Sony DVD writer, etc., other than DVDirect Express, with the A/V connecting cable (supplied). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected. Notes Connect your camcorder to the wall - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 59
Table of contents Useful recording techniques When you connect a monaural device, connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video input jack, and the white (left channel) or the red (right channel) plug to the audio input jack on the device. US 59 Index - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 60
use of menu operations, you can enjoy using your camcorder. The camcorder has various menu items under each of eight menu categories. MANUAL SETTINGS (Items to adjust for scene condition) p. 65 SHOOTING SET (Items for customized shooting) p. 68 PHOTO SETTINGS (Items for recording photos) p. 70 - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 61
registering [ FADER] Useful recording techniques Index Select . Select [MY MENU SETTING]. Select [MOVIE]. Select [FOCUS]. Select . Select [ FADER] (under [MANUAL SETTINGS] category). When [MY MENU] is displayed, select . Repeat the same steps above to register menu items on [MY MENU - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 62
Table of contents Tips When an external storage device is connected, the exclusive [MY MENU] appears. Using the OPTION MENU The OPTION MENU appears just like the pop-up window that appears when you right-click the mouse on a computer. When is displayed at bottom-right of the screen, you can - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 63
Menu lists (MANUAL SETTINGS) category SCENE SELECTION 65 FADER 65 WHITE BAL. ALL MOVE (OTHERS) category PROJECTOR*2 SOURCE SCREEN FORMAT USB CONNECT USB CONNECT*1 USB CONNECT DISC BURN BATTERY INFO (MANAGE MEDIA) category MEDIA SETTINGS*1 MOVIE MEDIA SET PHOTO MEDIA SET MEDIA INFO MEDIA FORMAT - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 64
75 DST SET/SUMMERTIME 75 LANGUAGE SET 75 POWER SETTINGS A.SHUT OFF 75 OTHER SETTINGS DEMO MODE 76 USB LUN SETTING 76 DROP SENSOR*1 76 *1 DCR-SR21 *2 DCR-PJ5 Useful recording techniques Index US 64 - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 65
Table of contents Useful recording techniques MANUAL SETTINGS (Items to adjust for scene condition) See "Using menus" (p. 60) on the operation. The default settings are marked with . SCENE SELECTION You can record - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 66
selecting , set [WHITE BAL.] to [AUTO]. If you set [WHITE BAL.], [SCENE SELECTION] is set to [AUTO]. Tips If you have changed the battery pack while [AUTO] was selected, or taken your camcorder outdoors after inside use (or vice versa), aim your camcorder at a nearby white object for - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 67
distance information (distance at which the subject is focused on; used as a guide if it is dark and focus adjustment is difficult) appears for a few When the focus mode is switched from automatic to manual When you set focus manually TELE MACRO This is useful to shoot small subjects, such - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 68
can display the frame and check that the subject is horizontal or vertical. The frame is not recorded. OFF Does not display the guide frame. ON Displays the guide frame. OFF ( ) The SteadyShot function is not used. Notes INTELLIGENT AUTO is set to [OFF] when you set [ STEADYSHOT] to [OFF]. AUTO - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 69
exposure for backlit subjects. WIDE SELECT You can select the horizontal to vertical ratio according to the TV connected. Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with your TV. 16:9 WIDE Records movies to the full screen on a 16:9 (wide) TV screen. 4:3 ( ) Records movies to the full screen - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 70
Table of contents Useful recording techniques PHOTO SETTINGS (Items for recording photos) See "Using menus" (p. 60) on the operation. The default settings are marked with . SELF-TIMER Press PHOTO to start the count down. A photo is recorded after about 10 seconds. OFF Cancels the self-timer. ON - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 71
Table of contents Useful recording techniques PLAYBACK (Items for playback) See "Using menus" (p. 60) on the operation. VISUAL INDEX See page 28. VIEW IMAGES DATE INDEX See page 31. FILM ROLL See page 31. FACE See page 32. PLAYLIST See page 45. PLAYBACK SET DATA CODE During playback, your - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 72
menus" (p. 60) on the operation. The default settings are marked with . PROJECTOR (DCR-PJ5) See page 34. USB CONNECT See page 55. BATTERY INFO You can check the estimated remaining capacity of the battery. To close the battery information screen Select . Useful recording techniques Index US 72 - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 73
card from your camcorder (The access lamp is lit or flashing while formatting memory card.). Table of contents Useful recording techniques MEDIA SETTINGS (DCR-SR21) See page 18. MEDIA INFO You can check the remaining recordable time for each recording mode of the recording media for movies and - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 74
connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor, [BRIGHT] is automatically selected for the setting. When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is slightly reduced during recording. US 74 Index Useful recording techniques Table of contents - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 75
Table of contents Useful recording techniques If you open the LCD panel 180 degrees to face the screen outside and close the LCD panel to the camcorder body, the setting becomes [NORMAL] automatically. Tips This adjustment does not affect the recorded images in any way. LCD COLOR You can - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 76
a USB connection. MULTI Default setting. SINGLE Set this if you cannot connect. Notes Set to [MULTI] when using the PMB Portable. DROP SENSOR (DCR-SR21) Your camcorder detects that it is dropping, and protects the internal hard disk. ON Activates the drop sensor. When it is detected that the - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 77
information Troubleshooting If you run into any problems using are reset. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Your camcorder may be problem. However, your Sony dealer will neither copy nor retain your data. The power does not turn on. Attach a charged battery - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 78
[MICREF LEVEL] [DROP SENSOR] (DCR-SR21) [BACK LIGHT] The following battery pack to the camcorder correctly (p. 12). If the problem persists, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) and contact your Sony dealer. The battery pack may be damaged. The remaining battery - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 79
damaged. The file format is not supported by your camcorder (p. 89). Recording Refer (p. 76), you may not record images (DCR-SR21). The temperature of your camcorder is conditions are not suitable for auto focus. Adjust the focus manually (p. 67). SteadyShot does not function. Set [ STEADYSHOT - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 80
on a computer, etc. You removed the AC Adaptor or the battery pack while the recording media icon at the top right corner of the screen ] [REPAIR IMG.DB F.] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category) the recording medium (DCR-SR21). If it still appears, delete the image with (p. 38). No sound or only - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 81
or the memory card is not recognized. The device may not support memory card. Editing movies/photos on your camcorder Unable to edit. you record images using the outer frame of [GUIDEFRAME] (p. 68) as a guide. Images are not dubbed correctly. The A/V connecting cable is not connected properly - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 82
] Because of following settings [MANUAL] in [EXPOSURE], [FIREWORKS problem persists even after you have tried to fix a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service (p. 12). C:06: The battery pack temperature is high. Change the battery pack or place it in a cool - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 83
[REPAIR IMG.DB F.] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category) the recording medium (DCR-SR21). The memory card is damaged. (Warning indicators pertaining to memory card formatting messages If messages appear on the screen, follow the instructions. Recording media HDD format error. The internal recording - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 84
card recommended for your camcorder (p. 20). Do not eject the memory card during writing. Data may be damaged. Reinsert the memory card, and follow the instructions on the LCD screen. Other No further selection is possible. You can add no more than 99 movies to a Playlist. You can select only - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 85
85 375 180 745 355 Playing time Approximate time available when you use a fully charged battery pack. DCR-SR21 Battery pack NP-FV30 (supplied) NP-FV50 NP-FV70 NP-FV100 (unit: minute) 125 240 490 980 DCR-PJ5/SX21 Battery pack NP-FV30 (supplied) NP-FV50 NP-FV70 NP-FV100 (unit: minute) 145 280 - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 86
205) (445) 670 1405 (415) (910) Notes Recording time when using a Sony memory card. The recordable time may vary depending on the recording and subject conditions, techniques Expected number of recordable photos Internal recording media (DCR-SR21) You can record the maximum 9,999 photos. - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 87
Table of contents Using your camcorder abroad Power supply You can use your camcorder in any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder within the AC 100 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz range. On TV color systems Your camcorder is an NTSC-system-based camcorder. If you want to - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 88
Table of contents Setting to the local time You can easily set the clock to the local time by setting a time difference when using your camcorder abroad. Select (MENU) [Show others] [CLOCK/ LANG] (under [GENERAL SET] category) [AREA SET] and [DST SET]/[SUMMERTIME] (p. 75). World time - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 89
Duo" media (with MagicGate) "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media "Memory Stick PRO-HG * Duo" media * This product does not support 8-bit parallel data transfer but it supports 4-bit parallel data transfer the same as with "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. This product cannot record or play data - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 90
left in a fully charged state, or when the battery pack is frequently used. Use the remaining battery time indication as a rough guide only. The mark that indicates low battery flashes even if there are still 20 minutes of battery time remaining, depending on the operating conditions or ambient - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 91
V/7.2 V (battery pack) or DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor). For DC or AC operation, use the accessories recommended in these operating instructions. Do damaged battery pack. Keep metal contacts clean. If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked: Consult your local authorized Sony service facility. - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 92
. Use cleaning paper moistened with the liquid. To clean the projector lens (DCR-PJ5) Wipe the lens gently with a soft cloth such as a cleaning are not recording the date. How to charge the pre-installed rechargeable battery Connect your camcorder to a wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 93
Table of contents Note on disposal/transfer (DCR-SR21) Even if you perform [ DELETE ALL], [ recommended that you destroy the actual body of the memory card. On trademarks "Handycam" and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. "Memory Stick," " ," "Memory Stick Duo," " ," "Memory - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 94
. Source code is provided on the web. Use the following URL to download it. When downloading the source code, select DCR-SX43 as the model for your camcorder. http://www.sony.net/Products/Linux/ We would prefer you do not contact us about the contents of source code. Read "license2.pdf " in - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 95
MICREF LEVEL low (69) WIDE SELECT (69) BLT-IN ZOOM MIC (69) Remaining battery Recording folder of memory card VIDEO LIGHT (26) Return button (60) 100/112 movies or photos (85) Meaning [FACE DETECTION] set to [OFF] (68) Manual focus (67) SCENE SELECTION (65) White balance (66) SteadyShot off (68) - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 96
during playback operations. LIGHT button (26) Press to light up the LIGHT. Multi-selector (17) (VIEW IMAGES) button (28) DCR-PJ5 Useful recording techniques Index Speaker (DCR-PJ5) Lens LENS COVER switch Built-in microphone LED VIDEO LIGHT (26) LCD screen (27, 60) If you rotate - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 97
SX21) (USB) jack (55) A/V OUT jack (36) PROJECTOR IN jack (DCR-PJ5) (35) MODE button (22) (INTELLIGENT AUTO) button (25) Power zoom lever (25) PHOTO button (24) POWER lamp CHG (charge) lamp (12) Battery pack (12) START/STOP button (22) DC IN jack (12) Grip belt (21) Hook - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 98
contents Useful recording techniques DCR-PJ5/SX21 Power zoom lever (25) PHOTO button (24) POWER lamp START/STOP button (22) Battery pack (12) CHG or flashing, the camcorder is reading or writing data. BATT (battery) release lever (14) Tripod receptacle Attach a tripod (sold - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 99
AUDIO REC SET 69 AUTO SLW SHUTTR 68 B BACK LIGHT 69, 82 BATTERY INFO 72 Battery pack 12 BEACH 65 BEEP 74 BLACK FADER 66 BLT-IN ZOOM MIC 69 74 LCD COLOR 75 US 99 LP 26 M Maintenance 89 MANAGE MEDIA 73 MANUAL SETTINGS 65 MEDIA FORMAT 73 MEDIA INFO 73 MEDIA SETTINGS 18 Memory card 19 - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 100
74 SP 26 SPORTS 65 SPOTLIGHT 65 STEADYSHOT 68 SUMMERTIME 75 SUNRISE&SUNSET 65 Supplied items 3 T TELE MACRO 67 Telephoto 25 Thumbnail 38 Tripod 98 Troubleshooting 77 Turning the power on 15 TV 36 TV color systems 87 TV TYPE 36 U USB cable 55, 57 USB CONNECT 55, 57 USB LUN - Sony DCR-PJ5 | Operating Instructions - Page 101
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