Sony HDR SR1 Operating Guide
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at our Customer Support Website. http://www.sony.net/ Printed on 70% or more recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)free vegetable oil based ink. Printed in Japan US 2-889-913-12(1) Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide HDR-SR1 Enjoying your camcorder 16 Getting Started - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 2
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. 2 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 3
For those sets designed to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. Polarization This set may be equipped plugs, receptacles, and the point where the cord exits from the appliance. Accessories Do not place the set on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 4
cable system. This will prevent damage to the set due to lightning and power-line surges. Service Damage Requiring Service Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are specified in the operating instructions. - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 5
damaged or leaking Lithium-Ion batteries. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. HDR-SR1 Serial No. Model No. ACNo - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 6
cable must be used with the equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules. Notes on use Your camcorder is supplied with two kinds of operations guides. - "Operating Guide" (This manual) - "First Step Guide" for using your camcorder - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 7
ACCESS lamp (p. 36) is on: - to remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor from the camcorder. - to apply mechanical shock or vibration to the camcorder. • When connecting your camcorder to another device with an HDMI cable, a component video cable, or a USB cable, be sure to insert the connector plug in - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 8
images of the LCD screen and the viewfinder used in this manual for illustration purposes are captured using a digital still camera, and therefore may appear different. • Design and specifications of recording media and other accessories are subject to change without notice. • The on-screen displays - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 9
is recommended that you make it difficult to recover your data using data erasing software, etc. on a computer, and then format the hard disk using [ FORMAT] on the camcorder. If you do not have a data erasing software, format the hard disk using [ FORMAT] first, record darkness on the entire hard - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 10
Handycam 9 Subject examples and solutions 14 Enjoying your camcorder Operation flow 16 Experience the beauty of HD (high definition) images 18 " HOME" and " OPTION" - Taking advantage of two types of menus 20 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items 27 Step 2: Charging the battery - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 11
Playback Viewing the images 44 Using PB zoom Playing back a series of still images (Slide show) Playing the image on a TV 48 Saving images 54 Editing (OTHERS) category 55 Deleting images 55 Copying still images 57 Creating the Playlist 58 Dubbing/printing (SELECT DEVICES) category 61 Dubbing - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 12
Customizing your camcorder What you can do with the (SETTINGS) category of the HOME MENU 68 Using the HOME MENU List of the (SETTINGS , SLIDE SHOW, SLIDE SHOW SET, etc. Using a Computer What you can do with Windows computer 88 Installing the "First Step Guide" and software 90 Viewing "First Step - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 13
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 94 Warning indicators and messages 107 Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad 112 Files on the camcorder hard disk/folder structure 114 About the AVCHD format 115 About the "Memory Stick 116 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 118 Maintenance and - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 14
Subject examples and solutions Shooting Checking your golf swing B Smooth slow recording 42 Flowers in close-up B Soft portrait 84 B Focus 82 B Telemacro 83 Focusing on the dog on the left side of the screen B Focus 82 B Spot focus 83 Focusing more distant objects B Landscape 84 B Focus 82 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 15
85 Playback Viewing on the TV screen Editing, others Saving images on external media Deleting the unnecessary images Burning a disc for your friend Using your camcorder on a trip 48 54 55 61 112 15 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 16
) image quality will be displayed with SD (standard definition) image quality. • You can consult the [TV CONNECT Guide] (p. 48) displayed on the screen on connecting your TV and camcorder. • Images recorded with the SD (standard definition) image quality cannot be converted to HD (high definition - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 17
the supplied CD-ROM for details. x Copying images to a computer t See First Step Guide on the supplied CD-ROM for details. x Dubbing images on VCR or DVD/HDD recorders (p. 62) B Delete images. If the hard disk of your camcorder is full, you cannot shoot new images. Delete the image data that have - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 18
the beauty of HD (high definition) images B Your camcorder offers both HD (high definition) and SD (standard high definition images. Recommended whether or not you have a high definition TV. z Tips • AVCHD images can be viewed even on non- high definition TVs. The image quality, however, is - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 19
Enjoying your camcorder Recording time of movies HD (high definition) image quality AVCHD format Recording mode AVC HD 15M (XP) (highest on the hard disk. For the "Memory Stick Duo," see page 74. Your camcorder uses the VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format to automatically adjust image quality to suit - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 20
two types of menus " HOME MENU" - the starting point for all operations with your camcorder When you want to customize your camcorder, open the "HOME MENU." This menu is the gateway to all the functions of your camcorder. See page 22 for further details. When deleting movies with HD (high definition - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 21
Enjoying your camcorder " OPTION MENU" enables you to access functions directly Just a touch on the screen during shooting or playback displays the functions available at that moment. You - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 22
x Notes on the menu operation Place your fingers on the rear side of the LCD panel (touch panel) to support it. Then, touch the buttons displayed on the screen with your thumb. Using the HOME MENU Selecting and deleting movies with HD (high definition) image - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 23
Enjoying your camcorder 3 Touch (OTHERS). 7 Touch the image you want to delete. 4 Touch [EDIT]. 8 Touch t [YES] t . 5 Touch [ DELETE]. 6 Touch [ DELETE]. 23 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 24
B When you want to know something about the function of each item on the HOME MENU - HELP 1 Press (HOME). The HOME MENU appears. 2 Touch (HELP). The bottom of the (HELP) button turns orange. 3 Touch the item you want to know the content. When you touch an item, its explanation appears on the screen. - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 25
Enjoying your camcorder B Categories and items of the HOME MENU Category CAMERA VIEW IMAGES Item MOVIE (p. 37) PHOTO (p. 38) SMTH SLW REC (p. 42) VISUAL INDEX (p. 44) PLAYLIST (p. 58) OTHERS SELECT DEVICES MANAGE HDD/MEMORY SETTINGS EDIT (p. 55) - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 26
function does not work under the situation. b Notes • The tabs and items that appear on the screen depend on the recording/playback status of your camcorder at the time. • Some items appear without a tab. Tab 2 Touch . 26 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 27
battery pack NP-FM50 (1) (p. 28, 118) Mains lead (1) (p. 28) CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software" (1) (p. 88) Read This First (1) Operating Guide (This manual) (1) b Notes • No "Memory Stick Duo" is included. Component video cable (1) (p. 49) A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 49, 62) USB cable - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 28
pack (M series) (p. 118) after attaching it to your camcorder. DC IN jack POWER switch DC plug CHG (charge) lamp Battery Jack cover Power cord To the wall outlet AC Adaptor 1 Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to OFF (CHG) (The default - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 29
when the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG), your camcorder turns on, then off again, after a few seconds. To remove the battery pack Slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). Slide the BATT (battery release) lever and remove the battery pack. BATT (battery release) lever b Notes • When you remove the - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 30
pack Continuous recording time Typical recording time* NP-FM50 (supplied) 110 60 115 60 NP-QM71D 115 60 275 150 285 155 285 155 Battery pack NP-QM91D Continuous recording time 420 430 430 Typical recording time* 230 235 235 * Typical recording time shows the time when you repeat - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 31
pack is worn-out (For Battery Info only). • When attaching an optional video light, it is recommended that you use an NP-QM71D or NP-QM91D battery pack. • We do not recommend using an NP-FM30, which only allows short recording and playback times, with your camcorder. On the charging/recording - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 32
turned off. • In the setting at the time of purchase, the power turns off automatically if you leave your camcorder without any operation attempted for approximately 5 minutes, to save battery power ([A.SHUT OFF], p. 80). z Tips • After you have set the date and time ([CLOCK SET], p. 34), the next - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 33
the camcorder (1), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play (2). 290 degrees (max.) DISP/BATT INFO 190 degrees to the 2180 degrees camcorder This setting is practical when you use your camcorder in bright conditions or you want to save battery power. The recorded image will not be - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 34
date and time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears every time you turn on your camcorder or change the POWER switch position. b Notes • If you do not use your camcorder for about 4 months, the built-in rechargeable battery gets discharged and the date and time settings may be cleared from the memory. In - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 35
Getting Started 10Make sure that the clock is correctly set, then touch . The clock starts. You can set any year up to the year 2037. For midnight, set it to 12:00 AM. For midday, set it to 12:00 PM. z Tips • The date and time does not appear during recording, but they are automatically recorded on - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 36
, it means data is still being written onto the hard disk or "Memory Stick Duo." Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder, and do not disconnect the battery or AC Adaptor. Fastening the grip belt Inserting a "Memory Stick Duo" Open the LCD panel. Insert the "Memory Stick Duo" into the - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 37
a movie (Dual Rec) t See page 41. To switch to the movie recording mode using the (HOME) button 1 Press (HOME) C (or D) when the power of the camcorder is on. 2 Touch (CAMERA) on the HOME MENU. 3 Touch [MOVIE]. Continued , 37 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 38
, the image has been recorded. To switch to the still image recording mode using the (HOME) button 1 Press (HOME) C (or D) when the power of the camcorder is on. 2 Touch (CAMERA) on the HOME MENU. 3 Touch [PHOTO]. 38 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 39
zoom lever or the zoom buttons below the LCD screen. Shooting 2 Select the media in which you want to save still images, then touch . Your camcorder returns to recording standby mode. If you select [MEMORY STICK], appears on the screen. Number of recordable images Wider range of view: (Wide angle - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 40
the movie on the device that supports 5.1ch surround sound. For details, refer to the instruction manual of your wireless microphone. * Optional wireless microphone is not available in all countries/regions. Using the flash Flash Your camcorder has Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator installed for recording - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 41
• When attaching a conversion lens (optional) or a filter (optional) to your camcorder, the flash light does not emit light. z Tips • You can change the other objects. and remove the conversion lens (optional). • Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 82) when it is hard to focus automatically. • - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 42
in mirror mode (HOME) A 1 Slide the POWER switch to turn on the camcorder. 2 Press (HOME) A (or B) to display the HOME MENU. 3 Touch (CAMERA). 4 Touch [SMTH SLW REC]. Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side (2). z Tips • A mirror-image - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 43
by selecting (SETTINGS) t [MOVIE SETTINGS]/ [PHOTO SETTINGS] t [RING SETTING] (p. 72). 1 Press MANUAL to activate the manual adjustment mode. Pressing MANUAL switches the setting mode between automatic and manual. 2 Rotate the camera control ring to adjust the focus. Items you can assign to the - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 44
Closes in accordance with (VIEW IMAGES). (HOME) D POWER switch (HOME) C (VIEW IMAGES) B (VIEW IMAGES) A Slide the POWER switch to turn on your camcorder. Press (VIEW IMAGES) A (or B). The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the LCD screen. (It may take some time to display the thumbnails.) Appears - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 45
Playback Playing movies On the VISUAL INDEX screen, touch the , or tab, and the movie to be played back. Toggles Play or Pause as you touch Return (to the VISUAL INDEX screen) Beginning of the scene/previous scene Next scene Stop (go to the VISUAL INDEX screen) Reverse/ Forward (OPTION) To - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 46
the VISUAL INDEX screen Previous/Next (OPTION) To switch to the playback mode using the (HOME) button 1 Press (HOME) C (or D) when the power of the camcorder is on. 2 Touch (VIEW IMAGES) on the HOME MENU. 3 Touch [VISUAL INDEX]. 46 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 47
Playback Using PB zoom You can magnify still images from about 1.1 to 5 times the original size. Magnification can be adjusted with the power zoom lever or the zoom buttons below the LCD screen. Playing back a series of still images (Slide show) 1 Play back the still images you want to magnify. 2 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 48
connected jack. Refer to the instruction manuals of the TV. r Connect your camcorder and TV referring to [TV CONNECT Guide]. r Make the required output settings on your camcorder (page 49). Jacks on your camcorder Open the jack cover and connect the cable. Selecting the most advantageous connection - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 49
quality are played back with SD (standard definition) image quality. Input jacks on the TV Playback t (p. 49) t (p. 50) Type Camcorder Cable TV Component video cable (supplied) (Green) Y (Blue) PB/CB (Red) PR/CR : Signal flow HOME MENU setting (SETTINGS) t [OUTPUT SETTINGS] t [COMPONENT - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 50
Playing the image on a TV (Continued) Type Camcorder Cable TV HDMI cable (optional) : Signal flow HOME MENU setting b Notes • Use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo. • Images are not output from the HDMI OUT jack, if copyright protection signals are recorded in the images. • Some TVs may - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 51
) image quality on a 4:3 TV that is not compatible with the 16:9 signal, display the HOME MENU, then select (SETTINGS) t [MOVIE SETTINGS] t [WIDE SELECT] t [4:3] on your camcorder when recording an image (p. 71). Playback Continued , 51 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 52
Playing the image on a TV (Continued) Type Camcorder Cable : Signal flow TV HOME MENU setting Component video cable (supplied) (Green) Y (Blue) PB/CB (Red) PR/CR A/V connecting cable (supplied) (Red) (White) (Yellow) (SETTINGS) t [OUTPUT SETTINGS] t [COMPONENT] t [480i] (p. 78) ( - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 53
definition) image quality. z Tips • If you connect your camcorder to your TV using more than one type of cable to output images, the order of priority of the output signal is as follows: HDMI t component video t S VIDEO t audio/video. • HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) is an interface to - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 54
can save the images recorded on the camcorder as described below. Saving images using a computer By using the software on the supplied CD-ROM, the quality edit those images. See "First Step Guide" on the supplied CD-ROM. Saving images by connecting your camcorder to other devices Dubbing to VCR or - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 55
images Deleting the images on the hard disk You can free hard disk space by deleting image data from the camcorder. You can check the free hard disk space of the camcorder using [ INFO] (p. 67). b Notes • Important data should be saved on external media (p. 54). • Do not try to delete the files - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 56
Deleting images (Continued) 5 Touch the image to be deleted. Deleting the still images in the "Memory Stick Duo" 1 Turn on your camcorder, then press (HOME). The selected scene is marked with . Press and hold the image on the LCD screen to confirm the image. Touch to return - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 57
66). You can copy still images from the hard disk to a "Memory Stick Duo." Insert a "Memory Stick Duo" in your camcorder before the operation. 1 Turn on your camcorder, then press (HOME). 2 Touch (OTHERS) t [EDIT]. 3 Touch [ t COPY]. 4 Touch the still image to be copied. The selected still image is - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 58
• Images with HD (high definition) image quality and SD (standard definition) image quality are added to an individual Playlist. 1 Turn on your camcorder, then press (HOME). 2 Touch (OTHERS) t [PLAYLIST EDIT]. 3 Touch [ ADD] or [ ADD]. 4 Touch the scene to be added to the Playlist. . The selected - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 59
. b Notes • Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder while editing the Playlist. It may damage the the Playlist to a disc as it is, by using the supplied software (p. 88). Playing the Playlist 1 Turn on your camcorder, then press (HOME). 2 Touch (VIEW IMAGES) t [PLAYLIST]. - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 60
• The original scenes are not changed even if you erase the scenes from the Playlist. Changing the order within the Playlist 1 Turn on your camcorder, then press (HOME). 2 Touch (OTHERS) t [PLAYLIST EDIT]. 3 Touch [ MOVE] or [ MOVE]. 4 Select the scene to be moved. 6 Select the destination with - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 61
(SELECT DEVICES) category This category enables you to utilize your camcorder connected to other devices. (SELECT DEVICES) category Item list COMPUTER Your camcorder can be connected to your computer (p. 88). TV CONNECT Guide Your camcorder advises you of the most advantageous way of connecting your - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 62
on the HOME MENU (p. 78). • To record the date/time and camera settings data, display them on the screen (p. 76). • When you are connecting your camcorder to a monaural device, connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video input jack, and the red (right channel) or the white (left - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 63
) with the A/V connecting cable (supplied) 1 or an A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO (optional) 2. Connect your camcorder to the input jacks of the recording device. 4 Start the playback on your camcorder, and record it on the recording device. Refer to the instruction manuals supplied with your - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 64
support the date printing function. Refer to your printer's instruction manual for details. • We cannot guarantee the printing of images recorded with a device other than your camcorder a printer directly to a digital video camera or digital still camera, regardless of model or manufacturer - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 65
Utilizing recording media (MANAGE HDD/MEMORY) category This category enables you to use the hard disk or a "Memory Stick Duo" for various purposes. (MANAGE HDD/MEMORY) category Item list FORMAT You can format the hard disk and recover recordable free space (p. 66). FORMAT You can format the "Memory - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 66
be formatted into your camcorder. 2 Touch (MANAGE HDD/ MEMORY) t [ FORMAT]. 3 Press (HOME). 4 Touch (MANAGE HDD/ MEMORY) t [ FORMAT]. 3 Touch [YES] t [YES]. 4 When [Completed.] appears, touch . b Notes • While [ FORMAT] is activated, do not remove the AC Adaptor or the battery pack. 66 5 Touch - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 67
Checking the HDD information You can display the hard disk information, and check the approximate amount of free hard disk space. 1 Turn on your camcorder, then press (HOME). 2 Touch (MANAGE HDD/ MEMORY) t [ INFO]. To turn off the display Touch . b Notes • The calculation for hard disk space is 1MB - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 68
Using the HOME MENU 3 Touch the desired setup item. If the item is not on the screen, touch v/ V 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 v/ V to change the page. (SETTINGS) category 2 Touch - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 69
70 REC MODE 70 REC MODE 70 AE SHIFT 70 WB SHIFT 71 NS LIGHT 71 WIDE SELECT 71 DIGITAL ZOOM 71 STEADYSHOT 71 EXP.FOCUS 72 GUIDEFRAME 72 ZEBRA 72 REMAINING 72 RING SETTING 72 PHOTO SETTINGS (p. DISC BURN SET 80 DROP SENSOR 80 Continued , 69 Customizing your camcorder - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 70
MOVIE SETTINGS (Items for recording movies) Touch 1, then 2. If the item is not on the screen, touch v/V to change the page. How to set (HOME MENU) t page 68 (OPTION MENU) t page 81 The default settings are marked with B. / REC SET You can select a recording format to record a movie. B HD QUALITYY - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 71
adjust the setting manually using the camera control ring (p. adjust the setting manually using the camera control ring (p. also to the instruction manuals supplied with your digital zoom. The right side of the bar shows the digital performed digitally. STEADYSHOT You can compensate for camera shake - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 72
This is useful as a guide when adjusting the brightness. below. - When your camcorder recognizes the remaining hard camera control ring and adjust it manually using the camera control ring. B FOCUS Assigns [FOCUS] (p. 82) to the camera control ring. EXPOSURE Assigns [EXPOSURE] (p. 83) to the camera - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 73
also by keeping MANUAL pressed (p. 43). • See page 43 on further details on the camera control ring. • Manual settings will be retained even if you change the assigned item of the camera control ring. [ IMAGE SIZE] can be set only during recording standby. Customizing your camcorder Continued , 73 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 74
FINE] is selected for image quality. Bottom: [STANDARD] is selected for image quality. • All numbers measured when using a "Memory Stick Duo" made by Sony Corporation. The number of recordable images varies depending on the recording environment. • You can record up to 9 999 still images on the hard - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 75
72. FLASH LEVEL You can set this function when you use the built-in flash, or an external flash (optional) that is compatible with your camcorder. HIGH( ) Makes the flash level higher. B NORMAL( ) LOW( ) Makes the flash level lower. REDEYE REDUC You can set this function when you use the built - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 76
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] t [CAMERA DATA] t [OFF] (no indication). • Depending on the hard disk condition, bars [--:-:--] appear - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 77
NORMAL Standard brightness. BRIGHT Brightens the LCD screen. b Notes • When you connect your camcorder to outside power sources, [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 degrees - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 78
(wide) TV. Wide (16:9) images 4:3 images • When you connect your camcorder to a TV compatible with the ID-1 system, set [TV TYPE] to [ switches the aspect ratio according to the playback picture. Refer also to the manual supplied with your TV. DISP OUTPUT B LCD PANEL Shows displays such as - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 79
stopping the clock. Set your local area using v/V when using your camcorder overseas. Refer to the world time difference on page 113. DST SET When you press (HOME)/ (VIEW IMAGES). REC LAMP (Recording lamp) The camera recording lamp will not light up during recording when you set this to [OFF]. - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 80
on a disc using the One Touch Disc Burn function. See "First Step Guide" on the supplied CD-ROM for details on the One Touch Disc Burn ON] as the default setting. When the drop sensor has detected that the camcorder has been dropped ( appears), recording or playing back recorded images may be - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 81
MENU b Notes • The tabs and items that appear on the screen depend on the recording/playback status of your camcorder at the time. • Some items appear without a tab. 1 While using your camcorder, touch (OPTION) on the screen. 3 Change the setting, then touch . When the item you want is not on the - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 82
the power zoom lever to W (wide angle), then adjust the focus. • The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is about 1 cm (about 13/32 in.) for wide angle and than 12 hours. • You can also adjust the focus manually using the camera control ring (p. 43). - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 83
brightness of a picture manually. Adjust the brightness when the subject is too bright or too dark. Customizing your camcorder 1 Touch the subject for more than 12 hours. • You can also adjust the setting manually using the camera control ring (p. 43). SPOT METER (Flexible spot meter) You can - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 84
1. • If you set [SPOT METER], [EXPOSURE] is automatically set to [MANUAL]. • The setting returns to [AUTO] when you set the POWER switch to your camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows that comes in between the camcorder and Under video lamps in a studio, or under - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 85
• 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. 82) when it is hard to focus automatically. • The shutter speed of your camcorder changes depending on the - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 86
Recording items on the OPTION MENU (Continued) WHITE FADER BLACK FADER D.EFFECT (Digital effect) You can add digital effects to your recordings. appears. 1 Touch the desired effect. 2 When you select [LUMI. KEY], adjust the effect with / , then touch . The image displayed when you - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 87
- 47 ADD a 58 ADD a 58 -- (No tab) COPIES DATE/TIME SIZE - 64 - 64 - 64 * Items that are included in the HOME MENU also. Customizing your camcorder 87 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 88
compatible device. About "First Step Guide" The "First Step Guide" is an instruction manual you can refer to on your computer. This describes basic operations, from initial hookup of your camcorder and computer and making settings, to general operation the first time you use the software "Picture - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 89
Guide"" (p. 90), start the "First Step Guide", then follow the instructions. About the help function of the software The Help guide explains all the functions of all the software applications. Refer to the Help guide creating AVCHD format discs.) Display: DirectX 7 or later-compatible video card, - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 90
Duo" and your computer is not compatible with it, connect your camcorder with the USB cable instead of using the Memory Stick slot on the computer. Installing the "First Step Guide" and software You need to install the "First Step Guide" and software to your Windows computer before connecting your - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 91
starts. When [Save is complete] appears, click [OK] to finish the installation. To install the First Step Guide in PDF In step 4, click [First Step Guide (PDF)]. To install the software "Adobe Reader" to display the PDF file In step 4, click [Adobe(R) Reader(R)]. 4 Click [Next]. Continued , 91 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 92
click [Next]. 6 Select your camcorder video system, then click [Next]. 7 Select where to save the software, then click [Next]. 9 One of the following installation screens appears, depending on the computer environment. Check the screen and follow the instructions displayed to install the required - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 93
secure and useful customer support. http://www.sony.net/registration/di/ • You can also start by selecting [Start], [Programs] ([All Programs] for Windows XP), [Sony Picture Utility], [First Step Guide], [HDR-SR1], then [HDR-SR1 First Step Guide.html]. • To view "First Step Guide" in HTML without - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 94
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. Notes before sending your camcorder for repair • Your camcorder may be required to initialize or change - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 95
charge the battery again. If the problem persists, replace the battery pack with a new one (p. 28). A problem occurs when the camcorder is connected to the AC Adaptor. • Turn off the power, and disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet. Then, connect it again. Continued , 95 Troubleshooting - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 96
if you disconnect the DC plug or remove the battery pack without turning off the power first. This is not a malfunction. The buttons do not appear on the touch panel. • Touch the LCD screen lightly. • Press DISP/BATT INFO on your camcorder (or DISPLAY on the Remote Commander) (p. 33). The buttons - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 97
The file format is not supported by your camcorder (p. 116). The data file name flashes. • The file is damaged. • The file format is not supported by your camcorder (p. 116). Recording Refer also together with: - [SMTH SLW REC] - [FADER] - [D.EFFECT] - [PICT.EFFECT] Continued , 97 Troubleshooting - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 98
Troubleshooting (Continued) The ACCESS lamp remains lit or flashing even when you stop recording. • Your camcorder is recording - [SUPER NS] - [SPOTLIGHT], [SUNSET&MOON] or [LANDSCAPE] in [PROGRAM AE] - [MANUAL] in [EXPOSURE] - [SPOT METER] The external flash (optional) does not work. • The power - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 99
and the point that the recorded movie starts/stops. • On your camcorder, there may be a slight time difference between the point where you • In the following settings, the BACK LIGHT function is canceled: - [MANUAL] in [EXPOSURE] (p. 83) - [SPOT METER] (p. 83) The ). Continued , 99 Troubleshooting - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 100
Troubleshooting [REMOTE CTRL] to [ON] (p. 80). • Insert a battery into the battery holder with the +/- polarities correctly matching the +/- marks (p. sensor of your DVD device with black paper. Playing back images on your camcorder Still images stored on a "Memory Stick Duo" are not played back in - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 101
edited on a computer, etc. • You removed the AC Adaptor or the battery pack before the ACCESS lamp is turned off after recording. This may damage your supported on your camcorder (p. 114). Viewing on the TV You cannot view the image or hear the sound on the TV connected with the component video cable - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 102
Troubleshooting (Continued) The aspect ratio of the playback is not correct when connecting your camcorder to the TV. • Set [TV TYPE] AE], [PICT.EFFECT] [OLD MOVIE] [SMTH SLW REC] [SMTH SLW REC], [DIGITAL ZOOM] [PROGRAM AE] [SUPER NS] cannot be operated. • Set the NIGHTSHOT switch to ON. 102 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 103
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. You via the S VIDEO plug only. Connect the white and red plugs of the A/V connecting cable, too (p. 52). Continued , 103 Troubleshooting - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 104
USB device other than the keyboard, the mouse, and the camcorder from the computer. • Disconnect the cable from the computer and camcorder, restart the computer, then connect them again correctly. Cannot use the supplied software, Picture Motion Browser, on the Macintosh computer. • You cannot use - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 105
direction, then connect the USB cable to the USB jack on your camcorder firmly. • Select (SELECT camcorder to another mode. The movie, still image or sound of your camcorder is not played on your computer correctly. • If your camcorder is connected to a computer that does not support Troubleshooting - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 106
Troubleshooting ( in your camcorder. • The USB cable (supplied) was not removed with the right procedure. Connect your camcorder to the computer AVCHD" software to play a disc you created on a computer, by recording images with HD (high definition) image quality transferred from your camcorder - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 107
source. Reconnect it and operate your camcorder again. E:20:ss / E:31:ss / E:61:ss / E:62:ss / E:91:ss / E:94:ss • A malfunction that you cannot service has occurred. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Inform them of the 5-digit code, which starts from "E". 101-0001 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 108
situations. Use the camcorder under stable conditions. * You hear a melody when the warning indicators appear on the screen (p. 77). Description of warning messages If messages appear on the screen, follow the instructions. x Hard disk Drive error. Turn on power again. • A problem occurred with the - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 109
file is created. The old recorded images on the hard disk of the camcorder cannot be played back. (Image files are not damaged.) In this case, copy the image files to computer using the supplied software. See "First Step Guide" on the supplied CD-ROM for details. HD movie management information is - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 110
. Cannot recover data. • Writing data onto the hard disk of the camcorder has failed. Attempts were made to recover the data, but they were device. • Turn off the printer and on again, then remove the USB cable (supplied) and reconnect it. Not connected to PictBridge compatible printer. • Turn - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 111
. • Turn off the printer and on again, then remove the USB cable (supplied) and reconnect it. x Flash Charging... Cannot record still images. accessory attached. Cannot use flash. x Other Please connect AC adaptor. • You are trying to format the camcorder hard disk, while the battery Troubleshooting - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 112
HD (high definition) image quality In countries/regions where 1080/60i is supported, you can view the images with the same HD (high definition) TV with AUDIO/ VIDEO input jacks. An A/V connecting cable must be connected. On TV color systems Your camcorder is an NTSC-system-based camcorder. If you - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 113
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. Set (SETTINGS) t [CLOCK/ LANG] t [AREA SET] and [DST SET]/[SUMMERTIME] on the HOME MENU (p. 34). World time difference Time-zone differences GMT +01:00 + - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 114
/folder structure is shown below. 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 page 88, then use the supplied application. A Image management files When you - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 115
-4 AVC/ H.264 format enables a high definition video signal shot on a digital video camera recorder to be recorded on 8 cm DVD discs, internal hard disk drive, flash memory, etc. Recording and playback on your camcorder Based on the AVCHD format, your camcorder records with the HD (high definition - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 116
Stick." *2 The types of "Memory Stick" that support high speed data transfer. The speed of data transfer (Windows OS/Mac OS) does not have guaranteed compatibility with your camcorder. 116 • power off on your camcorder, or remove the battery pack for replacement while your camcorder is reading or - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 117
capacity of a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" that can be used on your camcorder is 2 GB. On image data compatibility • Image data files recorded on a "Memory Stick Duo" by your camcorder conform to the "Design rule for Camera File system" universal standard established by the JEITA (Japan Electronics and - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 118
may not be able to charge it efficiently. • After charging is complete, disconnect the cable from the DC IN jack on your camcorder or 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 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 119
viewfinder or the LCD screen. - Anywhere very humid. • Operate your camcorder on DC 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 HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 120
. • If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked: - consult your local authorized Sony service facility. - wash off any liquid that may have contacted your skin. - if any liquid gets in your eyes, wash with plenty of water and consult a doctor. x When not using your camcorder for a long time - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 121
battery Your camcorder has a pre-installed rechargeable battery to 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 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 122
Specifications System Video compression format AVCHD (HD)/MPEG2 (SD)/JPEG (Still images) Audio compression format Dolby Digital 2/5.1ch Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards 1080/60i specification Hard disk 30 GB When measuring madia capacity, 1 GB equals 1 billion bytes, - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 123
/Video output 10-pin connector Video battery pack) DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor) Average power consumption During camera recording using the viewfinder with normal brightness: 4.8 W During camera lb 9 oz) including the NPFM50 rechargeable battery pack Supplied accessories See page 27. AC Adaptor AC-L15A - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 124
cord * See the label on the AC Adaptor for other specifications. Rechargeable battery pack (NP-FM50) Maximum output voltage DC 8.4 V Output specifications are subject to change without notice. On trademarks • "Handycam" and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • "AVCHD" and "AVCHD - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 125
following URL to download it. http://www.sony.net/Products/Linux/ We would prefer you do not contact us about the contents of source code. Read "license2.pdf" in the "License" folder on the CD-ROM. You will find licenses (in English) of "GPL," and "LGPL" software. To view the PDF, Adobe Reader is - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 126
adjustment lever (33) F POWER switch (32) G (Movie)/ (Still) mode lamps (32) H CHG (charge) lamp (28) I Hooks for a shoulder belt Attach a shoulder belt (optional). J Battery pack (28) K ACCESS lamp (Hard disk) (36) L REMOTE jack M i (headphones) jack N Grip belt (36) O START/STOP button (37) 126 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 127
Interface Shoe supplies power to optional accessories such as a video light, a flash, or a microphone. The accessory can be turned 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 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 128
Identifying parts and controls (Continued) A RESET button Initializes all the settings, including the setting of the date and time. B DISP/BATT INFO button (29, 33) C LCD screen/touch panel (20, 33) D START/STOP button (37) E Zoom buttons (39, 47) F (HOME) button (22, 68) G DISC BURN button (54) H - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 129
Camera control ring (43) E Camera recording lamp (79) Lights up in red during recording. Flashes when remaining hard disk space or battery power is low. F (VIEW IMAGES) button (44) G BACK LIGHT button (42) H MANUAL (p. 130) towards the remote sensor to operate your camcorder. Continued , 129 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 130
CODE button (76) Displays the date and time or camera setting data of the recorded images when you press this • Point the Remote Commander towards the remote sensor to operate your camcorder (p. 129). • When no commands have been sent from the Remote / V. • To change the battery, see page 121. - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 131
movies Recording still images A Recording format (HD/SD) (18) and recording mode (XP/HQ/SP/LP) (70) B HOME button (20) C Remaining battery (approx.) (29) D Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or [REC] (recording)) E Counter (hour/minute/second) F OPTION button (21) G Dual Rec (41) H VIEW IMAGES - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 132
recording mode (XP/HQ/SP/LP) (70) B Return button C Remaining battery (approx.) (29) D Playback mode E Current scene number/Number of total scenes /minute/second) G Previous/Next button (45) H OPTION button (21) I Video operation buttons (45) J Image size (73) K Current still image number /Number - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 133
during recording/playback to indicate the settings of your camcorder. Upper left Center Upper right Bottom Upper left Indicator 80) Bottom Indicator 9 0.1m, 1.0m, 10m, ∞ Meaning Picture effect (86) Digital effect (86) Manual focus (82) Focal distance (82) PROGRAM AE (84) . n Backlight (42) - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 134
channel for frequencies of 120 Hz or lower. x AVCHD format A high definition digital video camera format used to record an HD (high definition) signal supports 5.1ch surround sound. x Extension The last three letters of a file name after ".". The extension of a movie file recorded on the camcorder - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 135
for automatically controlling the bit rate (the volume of recording data in a given time segment) according to the scene being recorded. For fast-moving video, a lot of hard disk space is used to produce a clear image, so the recording time to the hard disk shortens. x VISUAL INDEX This function - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 136
43 CAMERA DATA 76 CD-ROM 88 Charging the battery 28 Battery pack 28 Pre-installed rechargeable battery 121 Charging time 30 CHG (charge) lamp 28 CLOCK SET 34 CLOCK/LANG 79 COLOR SLOW S (Color Slow Shutter 85, 102, 103 COMPONENT 78 COMPONENT OUT jack.... 49 Component video cable ....... 49 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 137
cable 50 HDMI OUT jack 49 Help HOME MENU 24 Software 89 High altitudes 9 High Definition TV 49 Holding the camcorder Indicators 133 INDOOR 84 "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 118 Infrared port 41, 129 One Touch Disc Burn See First Step Guide Operation confirmation beep See BEEP OPTION MENU..... - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 138
Battery 29 Hard disk 67 "Memory Stick Duo" .., 39 REMAINING (movie) .........72 Remote Commander...100, 130 REMOTE CTRL (Remote control 80 Remote sensor 129 RESET 128 RING SETTING 72 S S VIDEO cable 52 S VIDEO REC 42 Software 90 SOUND/DISP SET 77 SP 70 Speaker 128 Specifications 122 SPOT - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 139
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Digital HD Video Camera Recorder
Operating Guide
HDR-SR1
Enjoying your
camcorder
16
Getting Started
27
Shooting
36
Playback
44
Editing
55
Dubbing/printing
61
Utilizing recording media
65
Customizing your
camcorder
68
Using a Computer
88
Troubleshooting
94
Additional
Information
112
Quick
Reference
126