Sony DCR-SX83 Handycam® Handbook
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DCR-SX83 Digital Video Camera Recorder "Handycam" Handbook Table of contents 8 Getting started 11 Recording/Playback 19 Making good use of your 35 camcorder Saving images with an 44 external device Customizing your 51 camcorder Additional information 71 Quick reference 91 2010 Sony - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 2
AC Adaptor (1) Power cord (Mains lead) (1) A/V connecting cable (1) USB cable (1) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV30 (1) CD-ROM "Handycam" Application Software (1) "PMB" (software, including "PMB Help") "Handycam" Handbook (PDF) "Operating Guide" (1) Menu items, LCD panel, and - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 3
. In this case, an indicator appears on the LCD screen (p. 76). 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-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 4
manual, the internal memory of your camcorder and memory card are called "recording media." Design and specifications of your camcorder and accessories memory card when the access lamp (p. 18) is lit or flashing Remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor from the camcorder, or subject the camcorder - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 5
(p. 11) Prepare the power source and memory card. Recording movies and photos (p. 19) Recording movies p. 20 Changing the recording mode (p. 24) Expected recording time (MEDIA INFO, p. 66) Shooting photos p. 21 Playing movies and photos Playback on the camcorder p. 27 Playing images - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 6
Make good use of camcorder accessories. For example, using 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 battery power shortages. US - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 7
Useful recording techniques Capturing images beautifully without troublesome setting INTELLIGENT AUTO (23) Focusing on the child on the left side of the screen Prioritizing the subject (25) SPOT FOCUS (58) Capturing photos during movie recording Dual Rec (25) Smile Shutter (25) A sleeping child - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 8
6 Getting started Step 1: Charging the battery pack 11 Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time 14 Changing the language setting 26 Playback on the camcorder 27 Useful functions for playing movies and photos 30 Searching for desired images by date (Date Index 30 Searching - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 9
other than DVDirect Express 48 Creating a disc with a recorder, etc 49 Customizing your camcorder Using menus 51 Operating menus 51 Using MY MENU 52 Using the OPTION MENU 53 Menu lists 54 MANUAL SETTINGS (Items to adjust for scene condition 56 SHOOTING SET (Items for customized shooting 60 - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 10
of movies 80 Expected number of recordable photos 81 Using your camcorder abroad 82 Maintenance and precautions 84 About the "Memory Stick" media 84 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 85 About handling of your camcorder 86 Quick reference Screen indicators 91 Parts and controls 92 Index - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 11
other than the V series to your camcorder. 1 Turn off your camcorder by closing the LCD screen. 2 Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction of the arrow until it clicks. 3 Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to your camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 12
390 Times measured with the camcorder at 25 C (77 °F). 10 C to 30 C (50 °F to 86 °F) is recommended. To remove the battery pack Close the LCD screen. Slide the BATT (battery) release lever () and remove the battery pack (). To use a wall outlet (wall socket) as a power source Make the same - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 13
and put it in a 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. 69). Notes on the AC Adaptor Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the AC Adaptor - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 14
turns on. To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is open, press POWER. POWER button MODE lamp 2 Select the desired geographical area with Touch the button on the LCD screen. / , then touch [NEXT]. To set the date and time again, touch (MENU) [Show others] [CLOCK/ LANG] (under - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 15
the date and time, touch (MENU) [Show others] [PLAYBACK SET] (under [PLAYBACK] category) [DATA CODE] [DATE/ power Close the LCD screen. The off. (Movie) lamp flashes for a few seconds and the power is turned Tips You can turn off your camcorder also by pressing POWER. When [POWER - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 16
depending on your camcorder. The following icons are displayed on the screen of your camcorder. * Internal memory Memory card * In for the number of recordable photos. Selecting the recording media for movies Touch (MENU) [Show others] [MEDIA SETTINGS] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category) - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 17
be used with your camcorder Only "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media, "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media, SD memory cards and SDHC memory cards can be used with this camcorder. A MultiMediaCard cannot be used with this camcorder. In this manual, "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media and "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 18
screen may appear if you insert a new memory card. In that case, touch [YES]. If you record only photos on the memory card, touch [NO]. Confirm the direction of the memory card. If you forcibly insert the memory card in the wrong direction, the memory card, memory card slot, or image data may be - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 19
In the default setting, movies are recorded on the internal memory. Tips See page 16 on changing the recording 2 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder. Your camcorder turns on. To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is already open, press POWER (p. 14). You can switch recording - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 20
seconds, then disappear after turning on your camcorder or switching the recording (movie/photo)/ you close the LCD screen while recording movies, the camcorder stops recording. The maximum continuous recordable time of turn on the camcorder. You cannot operate your camcorder during this time - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 21
max.) 90 degrees to the camcorder Data code during recording The recording date, time and condition are recorded MENU) [Show others] [PLAYBACK SET] (under [PLAYBACK] category) a desired setting . Shooting photos In the default setting, photos are recorded on the internal memory - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 22
can record photos also by touching on the LCD screen. Flashes Lights up When disappears, the photo is recorded. Tips See page 81 on the recordable number of photos. To change the image size, touch (MENU) [Show others] [ IMAGE SIZE] (under [PHOTO SETTINGS] category) a desired - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 23
the original size with the power zoom lever. You can magnify images also with the / on the LCD screen. Tips You can set [ DIGITAL ZOOM] (p. 62) if detection modes: Face detection, Scene detection and Camera-shake detection. When the camcorder detects the subject, the icons that correspond to - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 24
Tripod) The camcorder detects that camera-shake does not occur, and makes the optimum setting for tripod. Note The camcorder may not REC MODE] is set to [SP]. Long time recording High quality recording Touch (MENU) [Show others] [ REC MODE] (under [SHOOTING SET] category). - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 25
detected, depending on the surrounding brightness or hairstyle of the subject. In this case, touch the face again when you record. Tips The double- depending on recording conditions, subject conditions, and the setting of your camcorder. Tips You can select the subject that has priority for - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 26
standby in the same way as when the (Photo) lamp is turned on. Recording in mirror mode Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (), then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side (). Tips A mirror-image of the subject appears on the LCD screen, but the image will be - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 27
that are recorded on the internal memory are played. Tips See page 16 on changing the recording media. 1 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder. Your camcorder turns on. To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is already open, press POWER (p. 14). 2 Press (VIEW IMAGES). The - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 28
time. ( appears on the photo recorded on a memory card.) Playing movies Your camcorder starts playing the selected movie. Volume adjustment Previous Next VISUAL INDEX by touching (MENU) [Show others] [VISUAL INDEX] (under [PLAYBACK] category). The recording date, time, and shooting - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 29
Viewing photos Your camcorder displays the selected photo. Previous To the VISUAL INDEX screen To start/stop slide show Next OPTION Tips When viewing photos recorded on a memory card, (playback folder) appears on the screen. Recording/Playback US 29 - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 30
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 IMAGES). The VISUAL INDEX screen appears. Touch - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 31
or hats, or who do not face towards the camera. Make sure that you set [FACE DETECTION] Tips You can also display the Face Index by touching (MENU) [Show others] [VIEW IMAGES] (under [ size. Magnification can be adjusted with the power zoom lever. Recording/Playback Touch / to - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 32
Touch the screen at the point you want to display in the center of the displayed frame. The point where you touched on the screen is moved to the center of the display frame. by selecting (OPTION) tab [SLIDE SHOW SET] while playing photos. The default setting is [ON] (continuous playback). - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 33
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) or an A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO (, sold separately). Connect your camcorder to the input jack of the TV. Play back - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 34
audio input jack of your TV or VCR. 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 image - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 35
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 images from the memory screen from OPTION MENU. To delete on memory card by recording date. In step 2, touch [ DELETE] [ DELETE by date]. - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 36
Touch / to select the recording date of the desired movies/photos, then touch . Touch the image down on the LCD screen to confirm the image. Touch to return to the previous screen. Touch [YES] . US 36 - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 37
on the playback screen from OPTION MENU. 1 Touch (MENU) [Show others] [ PRT. by date] for the recorded data on the memory card. In step 2, touch [ PROTECT] [ PRT. by date]. To date of the desired movies/photos, then touch [UNPROTECT] . Making good use of your camcorder - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 38
the memory card. A slight difference may occur from the point where you touch and the actual dividing point, as your camcorder selects the protection to divide (p. 37). Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder while dividing the movie. It may damage the recording - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 39
Capturing a photo from a movie 1 Touch (MENU) [Show others] [PHOTO CAPTURE] (under [EDIT] category). The has no data code, the recording date and time of the photo will be the date and time you captured from the movie. Making good use of your camcorder Returns to the beginning of the - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 40
database file by touching (MENU) [Show others] [REPAIR IMG.DB F.] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category) [MEMORY CARD]. 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 - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 41
of the camcorder to memory card. Insert a memory card 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 copying. Touch (MENU) [Show others - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 42
screen. Touch [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 memory card while editing movies on the memory card. You cannot add photos to the Playlist - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 43
movie from a Playlist, the original movie is not deleted. To change the order within the Playlist Touch (MENU) [Show others] [PLAYLIST EDIT] (under [EDIT] category). Touch [ MOVE]. Select the following the order appearing in the Playlist. Making good use of your camcorder US 43 - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 44
12). Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the external media. Refer to the Sony support page for your country/region for details on external media that can be used. 1 Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to the DC IN jack of your camcorder and the wall outlet (wall - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 45
on memory card by recording date. Touch [Play without copying.] in step 5 above. The VISUAL INDEX screen of the external media is displayed. Touch (MENU) [Show others] [MOVIE DUB] (when selecting movies)/[PHOTO COPY] (when selecting photos). Follow the on-screen instructions to - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 46
also to the instruction manual supplied with the DVD writer. Notes Connect your camcorder to the wall support two-layered discs. DVDirect Express is referred to as "DVD writer" in this section. Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to the DC IN jack of your camcorder - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 47
date, you can search for images by date. Touch [YES] on the camcorder memory card Touch [DISC BURN OPTION] in step 4. Select the recording media containing the movie(s) you want to save. Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to the DC IN jack of your camcorder - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 48
instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected. Notes Sony DVD writer may not be available in some countries/regions. Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 12). Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 49
played back on your camcorder 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. Connect the device in either way of or . Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 50
VIDEO (sold separately). Connect your camcorder to the input jacks of the recording device. US 50 Start playback on your camcorder, and record it on the recording device. Refer to the instruction manuals . To record the date/time or camera settings data, touch (MENU) [Show others] - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 51
, you can perform useful functions and change various settings. If you make good 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. 56 SHOOTING SET (Items for - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 52
[MOVIE]. Touch [SPOT MTR/FCS]. Touch . Touch [ FADER] (under [MANUAL SETTINGS] category). When MY MENU is displayed, touch . Repeat the same steps above to register menu items on MY MENU, and enjoy using your "Handycam." Tips When an external storage device is connected, the exclusive MY - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 53
screen, you can use the OPTION MENU. You touch , and the menu items you can change in the context appear. Menu item Tab Touch (OPTION). the setting. After completing the setting, touch . Notes Grayed out menu items or settings are not available. When the item you want is not on - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 54
Menu lists (MANUAL 62 MICREF LEVEL 62 OTHER REC SET DIGITAL ZOOM 62 AUTO BACK LIGHT 63 WIDE BATTERY INFO 48 48 Operating Guide 66 (MANAGE MEDIA) category MEDIA SETTINGS MOVIE MEDIA SET PHOTO MEDIA SET MEDIA INFO MEDIA FORMAT INT. MEMORY MEMORY CARD REPAIR IMG.DB F. INT. MEMORY MEMORY - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 55
LCD BL LEVEL LCD COLOR DISPLAY SET OUTPUT SETTINGS TV TYPE DISP OUTPUT CLOCK/ LANG CLOCK SET AREA SET DST SET/SUMMERTIME LANGUAGE SET POWER SETTINGS A.SHUT OFF POWER ON BY LCD OTHER SETTINGS DEMO MODE CALIBRATION 28, 68 68 68 68 68 68 33 69 14 69 69 69 69 69 - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 56
MANUAL SETTINGS (Items to adjust for scene condition) See "Using menus" (p. 51) on LANDSCAPE*( ) Shoots 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) () Brings out the - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 57
the lighting conditions change quickly Under video lamps in a studio, or under flashing after touching , 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 - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 58
the frame of which you want to adjust the exposure. To return the setting to automatic exposure, touch [AUTO]. Notes [EXPOSURE] is automatically set to [MANUAL]. US 58 Touch the subject in the frame of which you want to adjust the focus. To adjust the focus automatically, touch [AUTO]. Notes - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 59
[MANUAL], appears. The minimum possible distance between camcorder and on the subject by moving the power zoom lever towards T (telephoto) guide if it is dark and focus adjustment is difficult) appears for a few seconds in the following cases the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 58) when it is hard to - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 60
the subject at the cross point of the guide frame makes a balanced composition. The outer frame of [GUIDEFRAME] shows the display area of a TV which is not compatible with full pixel display. STEADYSHOT You can compensate for camera shake. Set [ STEADYSHOT] to [OFF] ( ) when using a tripod - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 61
lens (sold separately), use this function to record using the optimum compensation for camera shake and focus for the lens. OFF Select this when you do not your camcorder. [FACE DETECTION] may not function properly depending on recording conditions. Set [FACE DETECTION] to [OFF] in this case. - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 62
. Select [LOW] when you want to record an exciting and powerful sound in a concert hall, etc. (This setting is not suitable for recording conversations.) OTHER REC SET DIGITAL ZOOM You can select the maximum zoom level up to 25× in case you want to zoom to a level greater than following optical - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 63
. 300× Up to 300× zoom is performed digitally. AUTO BACK LIGHT Your camcorder adjusts the exposure for backlit subjects automatically. 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 - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 64
time you record a photo. Even if the memory card is replaced with another one, the file camcorder displays the information (Date/time, Camera data) recorded automatically at the time of recording. OFF Data code is not displayed. DATE/TIME Displays the date and time. CAMERA DATA Displays camera - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 65
DATE/TIME Date Time CAMERA DATA Movie Photo SteadyShot off Brightness White balance Gain Shutter speed Aperture value Exposure Tips The data code is displayed on the TV screen if you connect your camcorder to a TV. Depending on the recording media condition, bars [--:--:--] - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 66
USB CONNECT See page 48. BATTERY INFO You can check the estimated remaining capacity of the battery. To close the battery information screen Touch . US 66 formatted, touch [YES] [YES] . Notes Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using AC Adaptor supplied for this operation - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 67
flashing while formatting memory card.). To prevent data on the internal recording media from being recovered [EMPTY] allows you to write unintelligible data onto the internal recording media of the camcorder your camcorder. The actual performing time for deleting data is as follows; DCR-SX83: - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 68
is automatically selected for the setting. When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is slightly reduced during recording. If you open the LCD The icons or indicators are displayed in the following cases. When you turn on your camcorder. The LCD screen is touched (Except rec & zoom buttons - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 69
the language to be used on the LCD screen. Tips Your camcorder offers [ENG[SIMP]] (simplified English) for when you cannot find your native tongue among the options. POWER SETTINGS A.SHUT OFF (Auto shut off ) You can set your camcorder to turn off automatically when you do not operate your - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 70
OTHER SETTINGS DEMO MODE When your camcorder is connected to a wall outlet (wall socket), a demonstration movie appear about 10 minutes after you turn on the (Movie) lamp by pressing MODE. ON The - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 71
on the internal recording media in order to investigate the problem. However, your Sony dealer will neither copy nor retain your data. Overall operations p. 71 Batteries/power sources p. 72 LCD screen p. 72 Memory card p. 73 Recording p. 73 Playback p. 74 Playing back images - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 72
the LCD screen (p. 11). Attach the battery pack to the camcorder correctly (p. 11). Connect the power cord (mains lead) to the wall outlet (wall socket) properly. The battery charge is completed (p. 11). US 72 The CHG (charge) lamp flashes while the battery pack is being charged. If the - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 73
cannot delete the protected images. The data file name is not indicated correctly or flashes. The file is damaged. The file format is not supported by your camcorder (p. 85). Recording Refer also to "Memory card" (p. 73). Pressing START/STOP or PHOTO does not record images. The playback screen - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 74
LEVEL] when: The LCD panel is closed on your camcorder with the LCD screen facing out. The power is supplied from the AC Adaptor. Magnification changes when the recording mode is switched. You cannot use digital zoom when your camcorder is in the photo recording mode. Playback Images cannot be - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 75
data base file by touching (MENU) [Show others] memory card on other devices Images cannot be played back or the memory card is not recognized. The device may not support memory card. Editing movies/photos on your camcorder camcorder. When you are using the S VIDEO ) as a guide. Images are not - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 76
and menu items. Cannot use INTELLIGENT AUTO [FACE DETECTION] Because of following settings [SMTH SLW REC] [SMTH SLW REC], [ DIGITAL ZOOM the problem persists even after you have tried to fix a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. In this case, when - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 77
temperature is high. Change the battery pack or place it in a cool place. C:13: / C:32: Remove the power source. Reconnect it and operate your camcorder again. E Follow the steps from to on page 71. (Battery level warning) Slow flashing The battery pack is nearly used up. Depending - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 78
If messages appear on the screen, follow the instructions. Recording media Internal memory format error. The internal memory of the camcorder is set differently from the default format. Performing [MEDIA FORMAT] (p. 66) may enable you to use your camcorder. This will delete all data in the - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 79
. 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 100 images at one time for: Deleting movies/photos Protecting movies/photos, or releasing the protection - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 80
: minute) Typical recording time 50 190 95 395 195 785 390 Memory card Battery pack NP-FV30 (supplied) NP-FV50 NP-FV70 NP-FV100 Continuous recording start/stop, switching the MODE lamp, and zooming. Times measured when using the camcorder at 25 C (77 °F). 10 C to 30 C (50 °F to 86 °F) - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 81
3.1M 512MB 1GB 2GB 4GB 8GB 16GB 32GB 285 580 1150 2350 4800 9600 19000 The selected image size is effective when the (Photo) lamp is lit. The indicated number of recordable photos on a memory card is based on the maximum image size of your camcorder. The actual number of recordable photos - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 82
is a NTSC-system-based camcorder. If you want to view the playback image on a TV, it must be a NTSC-systembased TV with an AUDIO/VIDEO input jack. System NTSC PAL PAL-M PAL-N SECAM Used in Bahama Islands, Bolivia, Canada, Central America, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, Jamaica, Japan, Korea - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 83
the local time You can easily set the clock to the local time by setting a time difference when using your camcorder abroad. Touch (MENU) [Show others] [CLOCK/ LANG] (under [GENERAL SET] category) [AREA SET] and [DST SET]/[SUMMERTIME] (p. 69). World time difference Additional information - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 84
occur in the following cases (the data will not be compensated for): If you eject the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media, or turn off your camcorder while your US camcorder is reading or writing image files on 84 the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (while the access lamp is lit or flashing) If you use - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 85
. They might accidentally swallow it. On image data compatibility Image data files recorded on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media by your camcorder conform to the "Design rule for Camera File system" universal standard established by the JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 86
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. Do not let your camcorder get wet, for example, from rain or sea water. If - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 87
plug and not the cord. Do not damage the power cord (mains lead) such as by placing anything heavy on it. Do not use a deformed or damaged battery pack. Keep metal contacts clean. If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked: Consult your local authorized Sony service facility. Wash off - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 88
(MENU) [Show others] [OTHER SETTINGS] (under [GENERAL SET] category) [CALIBRATION]. Touch "" displayed on the screen with the corner of memory card or the pre-installed rechargeable battery Your camcorder has a pre-installed rechargeable battery to retain the date, time, and other - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 89
delete date completely using data deletion software on a computer. Also, when you dispose of the memory card, it is 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 - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 90
WITH THE MPEG-2 STANDARD FOR ENCODING VIDEO INFORMATION FOR PACKAGED MEDIA IS EXPRESSLY 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 - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 91
MENU button (51) Self-timer recording (63) MICREF LEVEL low (62) WIDE SELECT (63) BLT-IN ZOOM MIC (62) Remaining battery Recording folder of memory to [OFF] (61) SMILE DETECTION (62) LOW LUX (61) Manual focus (58) SCENE SELECTION (56) White balance (57) camcorder model. US 91 Quick reference - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 92
Operating Guide) button (23) POWER Power zoom lever (23, 31) PHOTO button (22) Battery pack (11) START/STOP button (20) DC IN jack (11) A/V Remote Connector (33) CHG (charge) lamp (11) Grip belt (19) Memory card slot (17) BATT (battery) release lever (12) Access lamp (memory - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 93
Tripod receptacle Attach a tripod (sold separately) to the tripod receptacle using a tripod screw (sold separately: the length of the screw must be less than 5.5 mm (7/32 in.)). US 93 Quick reference - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 94
88 CAMERA DATA 65 Capturing a photo from a movie 39 Charging the battery pack..........11 Charging the battery pack abroad 12, 82 CLOCK/LANG 69 CLOCK SET 14 CONVERSION LENS 61 Copy 41 Creating a disc 46 D DATA CODE 15, 64 DATE/TIME 15, 65 Date Index 30 DELETE 35 DEMO MODE 70 DIGITAL - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 95
R T TELE MACRO 59 Telephoto 23 Thumbnail 35 Tripod 93 Troubleshooting 71 Turning the power on 14 Rec & zoom buttons on LCD....20 TV 33 91 Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators 76 SELF-TIMER 63 Setting the date and time...........14 SHOOTING SET 60 Slide show 32 SLIDE SHOW SET - Sony DCR-SX83 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 96
Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. http://www.sony.net/
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Digital Video Camera Recorder
“Handycam” Handbook
2010 Sony Corporation
DCR-SX83
Table of contents
8
Getting started
11
Recording/Playback
19
Making good use of your
camcorder
35
Saving images with an
external device
44
Customizing your
camcorder
51
Additional information
71
Quick reference
91