Sony DCR-SR220D Handycam® Handbook

Sony DCR-SR220D - 120gb Hard Disk Drive Handycam Camcorder Manual

Sony DCR-SR220D manual content summary:

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    Digital Video Camera Recorder Enjoying your camcorder 8 Getting Started 12 Handycam Handbook DCR-SR220 Recording/Playback 22 Editing 38 Utilizing recording media 52 Customizing your camcorder 56 Troubleshooting 78 Additional Information 90 Quick Reference 99  2008 Sony Corporation
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    reference. Notes on use In "Handycam Handbook" (this Handbook) The operations and handling of your camcorder are explained. Refer also to "Operating Guide" (the separate volume). Handling the images recorded on your camcorder on the computer Refer to "PMB Guide" stored on the supplied CD-ROM
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    Handycam Station when using your camcorder attached to the Handycam Station. Do not connect the cables to both the Handycam Station and your camcorder any problems.  specifications of media and other accessories are subject to change without notice.  In this Handbook, the hard disk of your camcorder
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    Notes on using the Hard Disk Drive Handycam Save all your recorded image data  To prevent your by the camcorder may also be recorded. If the drop sensor catches a drop repeatedly, recording/ playback may be stopped. Notes on battery pack/AC Adaptor  Be sure to remove the battery pack or the
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    the Hard Disk Drive Handycam 4 Subject examples and solutions 7 Enjoying your camcorder Operation flow 8 " HOME" and " OPTION" - Taking advantage of two types of menus.......9 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items.......... 12 Step 2: Charging the battery pack....... 13 Step 3: Turning
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    on the OPTION MENU... 72 Functions set in the OPTION MENU 73 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 78 Warning indicators and messages...... 86 Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad 90 File/folder structure on the camcorder hard disk and "Memory Stick PRO Duo 92 Maintenance and precautions
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    Subject examples and solutions Checking your golf swing Getting a good shot of a ski slope or beach  SMTH SLW REC 29 Capturing still images during movie recording  Backlight 28  BEACH 75  SNOW 75 A child on the stage under a spot light  Dual Rec 28  SPOTLIGHT 75 Flowers in close-
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     Saving images on a DVD using a computer (p. 37)  Importing images to a computer (p. 37)  Dubbing to other devices (p. 47)  Delete images. If the media of your camcorder is full, you cannot record new images. Delete the image data that has been saved on your computer or a disc. If you delete the
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    starting point for operations with your camcorder (HELP) Displays a description of the item (p. 10) Enjoying your camcorder Category  Categories and items REPAIR IMG.DB F. 55 (SETTINGS) category To customize your camcorder (p. 56)*. For the items available in the (SETTINGS) category, see
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    switch in the direction of the arrow to turn on the power. 4 Touch the desired item. Example: [EDIT] 2 Press (HOME)  (or ). (HOME)  5 Follow the guide on the screen for further operation. To hide the HOME MENU screen Touch .  When you want to know something about the function of each item
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    Enjoying your camcorder 3 Touch the item you want to learn more about. When you touch an item, its explanation appears on the screen. To apply the option, touch [
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    camcorder. The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that item supplied. AC Adaptor (1) (p. 13) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH60 (1) (p. 13, 94) Power cord (Mains lead) (1) (p. 13) CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software" (1)  Picture Motion Browser (Software)  PMB Guide  Handycam
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    Station securely. The /CHG (charge) lamp lights up and charging starts. The /CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery pack is fully charged.  When setting the camcorder onto the Handycam Station, close the DC IN jack cover.  Notes  Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack holding both
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    off the power, then remove the camcorder from the Handycam Station holding both your camcorder and the Handycam Station. To remove the battery pack Turn the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). Slide the BATT (battery) release lever and remove the battery pack. To charge the battery pack using only the AC
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    pack is not attached correctly.  The battery pack is damaged.  The battery pack is worn-out (for Battery Info only).  The power will not be supplied from the battery as long as the AC Adaptor is connected to the DC IN jack of your camcorder or the Handycam Station, even when the power cord (mains
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    , such as between a wall and furniture.  Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic objects. This may cause a malfunction.  Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power source (mains) is still supplied to it while connected to the wall outlet (wall
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    for the first time. If you do not set the date and time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears every time you turn on your camcorder or change the POWER switch position. (HOME) 3 Select the desired geographical area with / , then touch [NEXT]. 4 Set [DST SET] or [SUMMERTIME], then touch [NEXT]. 5 Set
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    , or the power is turned off.  In the default setting, the power turns off automatically if you leave your camcorder unoperated for approximately 5 minutes, to save battery power ([A.SHUT OFF], p. 69).  Tips  The date and time do not appear during recording, but they are automatically recorded
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    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 when you want to save battery power. The recorded image will not be affected by the setting. To turn on the LCD backlight, press and hold DISP
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     The internal hard disk: 21 hours 50 minutes  "Memory Stick PRO Duo" (4 GB) made by Sony Corporation: 1 hour 20 minutes  Check the number of recordable still images on the LCD screen of your camcorder (p. 105). 1 Touch (HOME)  (MANAGE MEDIA) on the screen. 3 Select the media you want to set
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    Duo" Prepare a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" if [MEMORY STICK] has been selected as the media. For types of "Memory Stick" you can use in your camcorder, see page 2. 1 Insert the "Memory Stick PRO Duo."  Open the Memory Stick Duo cover in the direction of the arrow.  Insert the "Memory Stick PRO
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    Recording/Playback Recording and playback with ease (Easy Handycam operation) Easy Handycam operation makes nearly all settings automatic so that you can perform recording or playback operations without detailed settings. It also makes the screen font size
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    Playing back recorded movies/still images 1 Turn the POWER switch  to turn on your camcorder. 2 Press (VIEW IMAGES)  (or ). The [VISUAL INDEX] screen appears on the LCD screen. (It may take some seconds.) Recording/Playback HOME MENU Previous 6 images Next 6
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    CODE] is fixed to [DATE/TIME] (p. 64). The recording date/time* Previous/Next To cancel Easy Handycam operation Press EASY  again. from the LCD screen. disappears Menu settings during Easy Handycam operation Press (HOME)  (or ) to display the menu items available for setup changes (p. 9, 57
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    after recording is finished, it means data is still being written onto the media. Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder, and do not remove the battery or AC Adaptor.  The maximum continuous recordable time is approximately 13 hours.  When a movie file exceeds 2 GB, the next movie file
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    Recording movies Recording still images 1 Turn the POWER switch  until the (Movie) lamp lights up. 2 Press START/STOP  (or ). 1 Turn the POWER switch  until the (Still) lamp lights up. 2 Press PHOTO  lightly to adjust the focus  (a beep sounds), then press it fully  (a shutter click sounds
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    enjoy realistic sound when playing the movie on devices that support 5.1ch surround sound. Built-in microphone Recording/Playback Wider the zoom buttons on the LCD frame.  The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is about 1 cm (about 13/32
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    battery power.  The power turns off automatically if you do not operate your camcorder for a certain period during sleep mode. You can set the time that you want the camcorder and remove the conversion lens (optional).  Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 73) when it is hard to focus
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    default setting is [3sec AFTER]. Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (), then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side ().  Tips  of normal recording.  During Easy Handycam operation, the [SMTH SLW REC] function cannot be used. Cancel Easy Handycam operation.  Press START/STOP. A
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    when an INDEX screen appears Power zoom lever  (HOME)  (HOME)  POWER switch  (VIEW IMAGES)  1 Turn the POWER switch  to turn on your camcorder. (VIEW IMAGES)  2 Press (VIEW IMAGES)  (or ). The [VISUAL INDEX] screen appears on the LCD screen. (It may take some seconds.) HOME MENU
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    Recording/Playback 3 Start playback. Playing movies Touch the tab, and the movie to be played back. Toggles Play or Pause as you touch Returns (to the [VISUAL INDEX] screen) Beginning of the movie/ previous movie Next movie Stops (goes to the [VISUAL INDEX] screen) Reverse/Forward (OPTION)
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    image. Select beforehand the media which contains the recorded movie you want to play back (p. 20). 1 Turn the POWER switch to turn on the camcorder, and press (VIEW IMAGES). The [VISUAL INDEX] screen appears on the LCD screen. 2 Touch (Face Index). Returns to the [VISUAL INDEX] screen Sets the
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    (p. 20).  Notes  You cannot use the date index for still images on the "Memory Stick PRO Duo." 1 Turn the POWER switch to turn on the camcorder, and press (VIEW IMAGES). The [VISUAL INDEX] screen appears on the LCD screen. 2 To search for movies, touch the tab. To search for still images
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     Magnify the still image with T (Telephoto). The screen is framed.  Touch the screen at the point you want to display in the center of the displayed frame.  Adjust the magnification with W (Wide angle)/T (Telephoto). To cancel, touch . Playing back a series of still images (Slide show) Touch on
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    camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 13). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied  Notes  Do not connect A/V connecting cables to both your camcorder and the Handycam Station at the same time. The image might get disturbed.  Tips
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    SETTINGS]  [TV TYPE]  [16:9] or [4:3]  .  Notes  When you connect your camcorder 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
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    images imported to your computer on a DVD. You can also edit those images. Refer to the supplied "Operating Guide" for information on the bundled software. Connecting your camcorder to other devices Connecting with the A/V connecting cable You can dub to VCRs, DVD/HDD recorders. Connecting with the
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    computer etc. via the USB cable (p. 92). See "Operating Guide" for connecting to the computer. 38 Deleting images You can delete images recorded on the media using your camcorder.  Notes  You cannot restore images once they are deleted.  Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your
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    4 Touch the movie to be deleted. The selected image is marked with . Press and hold the image on the LCD screen to confirm. Touch to return to the previous screen. 5 Touch  [YES]  . To delete all movies at one time In step 3, touch [ DELETE ALL]  [YES]  [YES]  . To delete all the movies
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    To delete all the still images recorded on the same day at one time This function is available only when the internal hard disk is selected as the media.  Touch [ DELETE by date] in step 3.  Touch / to select the recording date of the desired still images, then touch . The still images recorded on
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    images is saved as the time you create them from movies. Editing 4 Touch . After the still image is saved on the media you selected, the camcorder returns to pause mode. To continue capturing Touch , then follow the steps 3 to 4. To capture a still image from another movie, touch then follow the
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    DB F.].  Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor to prevent your camcorder from running out of power playlists When you select playlist as the source of dubbing, follow the on-screen instructions to dub. 42 4 Touch  [YES]. Dubbing starts.  Tips 
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    a "Memory Stick PRO Duo." Insert a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" into your camcorder before the operation.  Notes  Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor to prevent your camcorder from running out of power during dubbing.  Tips  The original still images
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    after the dividing point has been selected with .  Notes  You cannot restore movies once they are divided.  Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder while dividing the movie. It may damage the media. Also, do not remove the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" while editing movies
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    YES]  .  Notes  Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder while editing the Playlist. Also, do not remove the " You can copy the Playlist to a DVD as it is, by using the supplied software. Playing the Playlist Select beforehand the media to use to create or play a
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    2 Touch the image from which you want to play back. The Playlist is played back from the selected image to the end, then the screen returns to the Playlist screen. To erase unnecessary movies from the Playlist  Touch (HOME)  (OTHERS)  [PLAYLIST EDIT].  Touch [ ERASE]. To erase all the movies
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    camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 13). Refer also to the instruction manuals HDD recorders  A/V connecting cable (supplied) The Handycam Station has an A/V OUT jack (p. 102) and the camcorder has an A/V Remote Connector (p. 99). Connect
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    wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor (p. 13). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the device to be connected. 1 Turn on your camcorder. 2 Connect the  (USB) jack of your camcorder and a DVD writer, etc., with the supplied USB cable. The [USB SELECT] screen appears
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    on which the movie you want to dub is recorded. 4 Operate the device to be connected, and start recording. For details, refer to the instruction manuals supplied with the device to be connected. 5 After dubbing is complete, touch [END]  [YES], then disconnect the USB cable.  Tips  If the [USB
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    Stick PRO Duo," insert the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" containing them into your camcorder. 1 Connect the Handycam Station to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor. 2 Set the camcorder onto the Handycam Station securely. Turn the POWER switch to turn it on. 3 Connect the  (USB
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    .  Refer also to the instruction manual of the printer to be used.  Do not attempt the following operations when is on the screen. The operations may not be performed properly.  Operate the POWER switch  Press (VIEW IMAGES)  Remove your camcorder from the Handycam Station  Remove the USB cable
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    20).  Notes  During Easy Handycam operation, media information cannot be checked. Cancel Easy Handycam operation to check. Item list (MANAGE the size shown below despite displaying both free and used hard disk space.  DCR-SR220: 60,000 MB  Since there is a management file area, the used space
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    ]. 4 When [Completed.] appears, touch .  Notes  While the ACCESS lamp is lit, do not remove the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" from your camcorder.  Even the still images protected with another device against accidental deletion are also deleted.  Do not attempt the following operations when [Executing
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    . 5 Touch [YES]  [YES]. 6 When [Completed.] appears, touch . 1 Connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack on your camcorder and a wall outlet (wall socket). 2 Turn on your camcorder.  Tips  You can perform this operation, whichever position of the (Movie) lamp/ (Still) lamp is lit.  Notes  The
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    to finish. 3 Touch [YES]. 4 When [Completed.] appears, touch .  Notes  Do not apply mechanical shock or vibration to the camcorder during this operation.  Do not disconnect the battery or AC Adaptor while repairing.  While the image database file on the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" are being repaired
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    MENU (SETTINGS) category of 3 Touch the desired setup item. If the item is not on the screen, touch / to change the page. 1 Turn on your camcorder, then press (HOME). (HOME) (HOME) 4 Touch the desired item. If the item is not on the screen, touch / to change the page. (SETTINGS) category 2 Touch
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    MODE 69 CALIBRATION 96 A.SHUT OFF 69 QUICK ON STBY 69 REMOTE CTRL 69 DROP SENSOR 69 * You can set these items also during Easy Handycam operation (p. 22). ** [SOUND SETTINGS] (during Easy Handycam operation) 57 Customizing your camcorder
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    8GB 115 (100) 170 (100) 325 (215)  The time in ( ) is the minimum recording time.  Notes  When using a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" made by Sony Corporation. The recordable time for movies varies depending on the recording conditions, [REC MODE], and the type of "Memory Stick."  If you record in LP
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    ratio according to the TV connected. Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with your TV.  16:9 WIDE Records images the subject at the cross point of the guide frame makes a balanced composition. ZEBRA Diagonal stripes level. This is useful as a guide when adjusting the brightness. When you
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    CHG (charge) lamp flickers while charging the flash, and remains lit when the battery charge is complete.  If you use the flash in bright places such the built-in flash or an external flash (optional) that is compatible with your camcorder. When you set [REDEYE REDUC] to [ON], then set [FLASH MODE]
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    recording. The default setting is [ON]. Face icons and their meanings : This icon appears when the setting is [ON]. : This icon flashes when your camcorder detects a face. The icon stops flashing when the face is recorded in Face Index. : This icon appears when faces cannot be recorded in Face Index
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    recordable still images shown is for the maximum image size of your camcorder. The actual number of recordable still images is displayed on the hard disk.  Still image resolution is obtained by the unique pixel array of Sony's ClearVid CMOS Sensor and image processing system (BIONZ).  Tips  You
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    Customizing your camcorder GUIDEFRAME See page 59. ZEBRA See page 59. FLASH MODE See page 60. FLASH LEVEL See page 60. REDEYE REDUC See page 60. FACE DETECTION See page 61. CONVERSION LENS See page 61. 63
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    value  Exposure  Tips  appears for an image recorded using a flash.  The data code is displayed on the TV screen if you connect your camcorder to a TV.  The indicator toggles through the following sequences as you press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander: [DATE/TIME]  [CAMERA DATA]  [OFF
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    [VISUAL INDEX] screen. Thumbnail  Glossary (p. 107)  ZOOM LINK Change the number of thumbnails (6 or 12) with the power zoom lever on your camcorder.* 6IMAGES Displays thumbnails of 6 images. 12IMAGES Displays thumbnails of 12 images. * You can operate with the zoom buttons on the LCD screen. Also
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     NORMAL Standard brightness. BRIGHT Brightens the LCD screen.  Notes  When you connect your camcorder to a wall outlet (wall socket), [BRIGHT] is automatically selected for the setting.  When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is slightly reduced during recording.  If you open the LCD panel 180
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    Customizing your camcorder OUTPUT SETTINGS (Items for when connecting other devices) Touch , then . If the item is not on the screen, touch / to change the page. How to
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    71 CLOCK SET See page 17. AREA SET You can adjust a time difference without stopping the clock. Set your local area using / when using your camcorder in other time zones. Refer to the world time difference on page 91. DST SET/SUMMERTIME You can change this setting without stopping the clock
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    CTRL (Remote control) The default setting is [ON], allowing you to use the supplied Remote Commander (p. 103).  Tips  Set to [OFF] to prevent your camcorder from responding to a command sent by another VCR remote control unit. DROP SENSOR [DROP SENSOR] is set to [ON] as the default setting. When
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     In a non-gravity situation, the drop sensor is activated. When you record images during activity such as roller-coasting or skydiving, you can set [DROP SENSOR] to [OFF] ( ) so that the drop sensor is not activated. 70
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    window that appears when you right-click the mouse on a computer. Various available functions are displayed. Using the OPTION MENU 1 While using your camcorder tab.  The OPTION MENU cannot be used during Easy Handycam operation. Customizing your camcorder (OPTION) Tab 2 Touch the desired item. If
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    Recording items on the OPTION MENU Items tab FOCUS SPOT FOCUS TELE MACRO EXPOSURE SPOT METER SCENE SELECTION WHITE BAL. COLOR SLOW SHTR SUPER NIGHTSHOT * Page  73  73  73  74  74  74  75  76  76 tab FADER D.EFFECT PICT.EFFECT  76  77  77 tab REC MODE BLT-IN
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    You can select and adjust the focal point to aim it at a subject not located at the center of the screen. Customizing your camcorder  Touch [MANUAL].  appears.  Touch (focusing on close subjects)/ (focusing on distant subjects) to sharpen the focus. appears when the focus cannot be adjusted any
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    the setting to automatic exposure, touch [AUTO]  [END] in step .  Notes  If you set [SPOT METER], [EXPOSURE] is automatically set to [MANUAL]. 74 SUNRISE&SUNSET* ( ) Select to reproduce the atmosphere of scenes such as sunsets or sunrises. FIREWORKS* ( ) Select to take spectacular shots of
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    LANDSCAPE* ( ) Select 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 ( ) Select to bring out the subject such as people or flowers while creating a soft background. SPOTLIGHT
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     If you changed the battery pack, or moved your camcorder to or from outdoors when [AUTO] was selected, aim your camcorder at a nearby white object  Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 73) when it is hard to focus automatically.  The shutter speed of your camcorder changes depending on the
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    , touch [RESET]. To cancel the self-timer, select [OFF].  Tips  You can also operate by pressing PHOTO on the Remote Commander (p. 103). Customizing your camcorder Images appear as a pale pastel drawing. BLT-IN ZOOM MIC (Built-in zoom microphone) When you set [BLT-IN ZOOM MIC] to [ON] ( ), you
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    If you run into any problems using 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 operation/Remote Commander 78  Batteries/Power sources 79  LCD screen
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    .  During Easy Handycam operation, settings for the following menu items are maintained the ones before Easy Handycam operation.  [FILE Batteries/Power sources The power abruptly turns off.  When approximately 5 minutes have elapsed while you do not operate your camcorder, the camcorder
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    onto the Handycam Station securely (p. 13). The /CHG (charge) lamp flashes while the battery pack is being charged.  Attach the battery pack to the camcorder correctly (p. 13). If the problem persists, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) and contact your Sony dealer. The
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    where you press START/STOP and the point that movie recording starts/stops.  On your camcorder, there may be a slight time difference between the point where you press START/STOP and  The recording conditions are not suitable for auto focus. Adjust the focus manually (p. 73). 81 Troubleshooting
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    . Use NightShot or [SUPER NIGHTSHOT]. You cannot adjust [LCD BL LEVEL].  You cannot adjust [LCD BL LEVEL] when:  The LCD panel is closed on your camcorder with the LCD screen facing out.  The power is supplied from the AC Adaptor. Playing back Images cannot be played back.  Set the media of
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    or the battery pack may have been removed from the camcorder while the instruction manual supplied with your playback device for details.  Change the sound to 2ch when creating a disc using the supplied software support a "Memory Stick PRO Duo." Editing images on your camcorder Troubleshooting
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    (p. 35). The aspect ratio of the playback is not correct when connecting your camcorder to the TV.  Set [TV TYPE] according to your TV (p. 35). SPOT FOCUS] 84 Because of following settings [FIREWORKS] in [SCENE SELECTION], [MANUAL] in [EXPOSURE], [SPOT METER] [OLD MOVIE] [SUPER NIGHTSHOT], [COLOR
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    ], [TWILIGHT], [TWILIGHT PORT.], [CANDLE], [SUNRISE&SUNSET], [FIREWORKS], [LANDSCAPE], [SPOTLIGHT], [BEACH], [SNOW], [WHITE BAL.], [COLOR SLOW SHTR], [SUPER NIGHTSHOT], [D.EFFECT], [PICT. EFFECT] [BLT-IN ZOOM MIC] Troubleshooting 85
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    Sony service facility. C:04:00 C:(or E Self-diagnosis display) C:04:  The battery pack is not an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series). Use an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series) (p. 94).  Connect the DC plug of the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack of the Handycam Station or your camcorder
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    If messages appear on the screen, follow the instructions.  Media HDD format error.  The hard disk of the camcorder is set differently from the default format. Performing [MEDIA FORMAT] (p. 53) may enable you to use your camcorder. This will delete all data in the hard disk. 87 Troubleshooting
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    may become possible. If it does not work, copy the image using the supplied software. Buffer overflow  You cannot record because the drop sensor senses a drop of the camcorder repeatedly. If you may be at risk of dropping the camcorder constantly, set [DROP SENSOR] to [OFF], and you may be able to
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    Troubleshooting Cannot print. Check the printer.  Turn off the printer and then on again, then remove the USB cable (supplied) and reconnect it.  Other No further
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    available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet [b]. AC-L200/L200B [a] [b] On TV color systems Your camcorder is an NTSC-systembased camcorder. If you want to view the playback image on a TV, it must be an NTSC-system-based TV with an AUDIO/ VIDEO input
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    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. Touch (HOME)  (SETTINGS)  [CLOCK/ LANG]  [AREA SET] and [DST SET] or [SUMMERTIME] (p. 17). World time difference Additional Information Time-zone differences
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    You do not usually need to acknowledge the file/ folder structure, when recording/playing back images on the camcorder. To enjoy still images or movies by connecting to a computer, see "PMB Guide," then use the supplied application. * Only for hard disk  Image management files When you delete the
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    This product does not support 8-bit parallel data transfer but it supports 4-bit parallel data a computer (Windows OS/Mac OS) does not have guaranteed compatibility with your camcorder.  Data power off on your camcorder, or remove the battery pack for replacement while your camcorder is reading or
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    it efficiently.  After charging is complete, disconnect the cable from the DC IN jack on the Handycam Station or your camcorder, then remove the battery pack. To use the battery pack effectively  Battery pack performance decreases when the surrounding temperature is 10 °C (50 °F) or below, and the
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     Near windows or outdoors, where the LCD screen or the lens may be exposed to direct sunlight. This damages the LCD screen.  Operate your camcorder on DC 6.8 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
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    .  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.  When not using your camcorder for a long time
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    about once a month to keep it in optimum state for a long time. On charging the pre-installed rechargeable battery Your camcorder has a pre-installed rechargeable battery to retain the date, time, and other settings even when the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG). The pre-installed rechargeable
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    " is a trademark of Sony Corporation.  "BIONZ" is a trademark of Sony Corporation.  Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.  Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories.  Microsoft, Windows, Windows Media, Windows Vista, and DirectX are either
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    Quick Reference Identifying parts and controls The numbers in ( ) are reference pages.  Power zoom lever (27, 33)  PHOTO button (22, 26)  QUICK ON button (27)  /CHG (charge) lamp (13)  ACCESS lamp (Hard disk) (25)  DC IN jack (13)  Hooks for a shoulder belt Attach a shoulder belt (optional).
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    on or off as you operate the POWER switch on your camcorder. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your accessory for details. The Active Interface Shoe has a safety device for fixing the installed accessory securely. To connect an accessory, press down and push it to the end, and then
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    panel (19)  RESET button Initializes all the settings, including the setting of the date and time.  ACCESS lamp ("Memory Stick PRO Duo") (21)  Battery pack (13)  (Movie)/ (Still) mode lamp (17)  POWER switch (17)  (DISC BURN) button (37)  Memory Stick Duo slot (21)  EASY button (22)  DISP
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    Handycam Station:  Flash  Lens (Carl Zeiss Lens) (3)  Tripod receptacle Attach the tripod (optional: the length of the screw must be less than 5.5 mm (7/32 in.)) to the tripod receptacle using a tripod screw.  BATT (battery) release lever (14)  (DISC BURN) button (37)  Interface connector 
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    during playback.  Point the Remote Commander towards the remote sensor to operate your camcorder (p. 100).  When no commands have been sent from the Remote Commander in on the LCD screen using To change the battery of the Remote Commander  While pressing on the tab, inset your fingernail into
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    of in fire.  When the lithium battery becomes weak, the operating distance of the Remote Commander may shorten, or the Remote Commander may not function properly. In this case, replace the battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion
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    Indicators displayed during recording/playback Recording movies Recording still images Viewing movies Viewing still images  HOME button (9, 56)  Remaining battery (approx.) (14)  Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or [REC] (recording))  Recording mode (HQ/SP/LP) (58)  The recording/playback
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    during recording/playback to indicate the settings of your camcorder. Upper left Upper right Bottom Upper left Indicator Warning (86) Bottom Indicator    Meaning Picture effect (77) Digital effect (77) Manual focus (73) SCENE SELECTION (74) Backlight (25) White balance (75) SteadyShot off
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    Experts Group, the group of standards for the coding (image compression) of video (movie) and audio. There are MPEG1 and MPEG2 formats. Your camcorder records movies with SD (standard definition) image quality in MPEG2 format.  Thumbnail Reduced-size images which enable you to view many images at
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    Slow Shutter 59 B B&W 77 Back light 28 Backup See Save Battery 13, 14 Battery Info 14 BEACH 75 BEEP 66 BLACK FADER 76 BLT-IN ZOOM MIC Dubbing to VCR or DVD/ HDD recorders 47 E Easy Handycam 22 EDIT 44 Editing 38 On the camcorder.......... 44 EMPTY 54 ERASE 46 ERASE ALL 46 EXPOSURE
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    45 Creating 45 ERASE 46 ERASE ALL 46 MOVE 46 Playback 45 PLAYLIST EDIT 45 PORTRAIT 75 Power cord (Mains lead)....... 13 Pre-installed rechargeable battery 97 Print 50 Printer 50 Q QUICK ON 27 QUICK ON STBY 69 R REC MODE 58 Recordable images 62 Recording 22, 25 Recording time 15
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    Repairing the image database file 55 RESET button 101 S Save 37 SCENE SELECTION 74 Self-diagnosis display 86 SELF-TIMER 77 SEPIA 77 SERIES 62 SETTINGS category 56 SIZE 50 Slide show 34 SLIDE SHOW SET 34 SMTH SLW REC 29 SNOW 75 SOUND/DISP SET 66 SP 58 SPOT FOCUS 73 SPOTLIGHT 75 SPOT
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