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E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB01REG_E.fm Read this first Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. CAUTION Replace the battery with the specified type only. Otherwise, fire or injury may result. FOR CUSTOMERS IN THE UNITED KINGDOM NOTICE ON THE SUPPLIED AC ADAPTOR A moulded plug complying with BS1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB01REG_E.fm Types of cassette you can use in your camcorder About menu items, LCD panel, viewfinder, and lens • You can use mini DV cassettes marked with . Mini DV cassettes with Cassette Memory are incompatible (p. 83). • A menu item that is grayed out is not available under the current recording or playback conditions. • The LCD screen and the viewfinder are manufactured using extremely highprecision technology, so over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB01REG_E.fm Read this first (Continued) • Compensation for the contents of recordings cannot be provided, even if recording or playback is not possible due to a malfunction of the camcorder, storage media, etc. • TV color systems differ depending on the countries/regions. To view your recordings on a TV, you need a PAL system-based TV. • Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB00BOOKTOC.fm Table of Contents Read this first ...........................................................................................2 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items ..............................................................8 Step 2: Charging the battery pack ............................................................9 Step 3: Turning the power on and holding your camcorder firmly ..........14 Step 4: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder ................
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB00BOOKTOC.fm Remote Commander (DCR-HC24E/HC35E) ......................................... 30 Searching quickly for a desired scene (Zero set memory) .......................... 30 Searching for a scene by date of recording (Date search) .......................... 31 Searching for a still image (Photo search) ................................................... 31 Playing back still images in sequence (Photo scan) .................................... 31 Playing the picture on a TV ....
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB00BOOKTOC.fm Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ......................................................................................68 Warning indicators and messages .........................................................80 Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad ................................................................83 Usable cassette tapes ............................................................................83 About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack .....
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB02GET_E.fm Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that you have following items supplied with your camcorder. The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that item supplied. • The cassette tape is not supplied. See page 3, 83 for compatible cassettes for your camcorder. USB cable (1) (DCR-HC24E/HC35E) (p. 57, 58) • A USB cable is not supplied with the DCR-HC23E/HC26E models. If necessary, buy a USB 2.0 cable (Type A to Type B-mini.).
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB02GET_E.fm Step 2: Charging the battery pack You can charge the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (P series) (p. 84) after attaching it to your camcorder. For DCR-HC35E: 1 Align the terminals of the battery pack and your camcorder 1, then attach the battery pack and click it into place 2.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB02GET_E.fm Step2: Charging the battery pack (Continued) 3 Connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack on the Handycam Station for the DCR-HC35E or on your camcorder for the DCRHC23E/HC24E/HC26E. For DCR-HC35E: 4 For DCR-HC35E: Connect the mains lead to the AC Adaptor and the wall socket. Insert the camcorder into the Handycam Station securely, all the way to the bottom.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB02GET_E.fm 5 The CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery is fully charged. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack. Turn off the power, then remove the camcorder from the Handycam Station holding both your camcorder and the Handycam Station. Getting Started For DCR-HC35E: Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack holding both the Handycam Station and the DC plug.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB02GET_E.fm Step2: Charging the battery pack (Continued) 2 Remove the battery in the direction of the arrow with the other hand. POWER switch Recording time Approximate time (min.) available when you use a fully charged battery pack. Battery pack 1 2 V BATT (battery) release lever 110 55 NP-FP50 135 65 160 80 NP-FP70 280 140 330 165 NP-FP71 330 165 395 195 NP-FP90 Charging time Approximate time (min.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB02GET_E.fm Getting Started On the battery pack • Before changing the battery pack, slide the POWER switch to OFF(CHG). • The CHG (charge) lamp flashes during charging, or the Battery Info (p. 25) will not be correctly displayed under the following conditions. – The battery pack is not attached correctly. – The battery pack is damaged. – The battery pack is worn-out. (For Battery Info only.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB02GET_E.fm Step 3: Turning the power on and holding your camcorder firmly To record or play back, slide the POWER switch repeatedly to turn on the respective lamp. When using it for the first time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears (p. 18). POWER switch • After you have set the date and time ([CLOCK SET], p. 18), the next time you turn on the power of your camcorder, the current date and time will be displayed on the LCD screen for a few seconds.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB02GET_E.fm Step 4: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder The LCD panel The viewfinder Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play (2). You can view pictures using the viewfinder to avoid wearing down the battery, or when the picture seen on the LCD screen is poor. 180 degrees (max.) Viewfinder Getting Started 2 1 90 degrees (max.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB02GET_E.fm Step 5: Using the touch panel You can play back recorded pictures (p. 23), or change the settings (p. 36) using the touch panel. Place your hand on the rear side of the LCD panel to support it. Then, touch the buttons displayed on the screen. DISP/BATT INFO Changing the language setting You can change the on-screen displays to show messages in a specified language. Select the screen language in [ LANGUAGE] on the (SETUP MENU) (p. 36, 49).
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB02GET_E.fm 3 Touch the area including the indicator that you want to check. DISP GUIDE END 1/2 FOCUS: MANUAL PROGRAM AE: SPOTLIGHT P EFFECT: SEPIA PAGE Getting Started PAGE RET. The meanings of the indicators in the area are listed on the screen. If you cannot find the indicator you want to check, touch [PAGE r]/[PAGE R] to toggle. When you touch [ RET.], the screen returns to the area selecting display. To finish the operation Touch [END].
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB02GET_E.fm Step 6: Setting the date and time Set the date and time when using this camcorder 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. • If you do not use your camcorder for about 3 months, the built-in rechargeable battery gets discharged and the date and time settings may be cleared from the memory.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB02GET_E.fm Step 7: Inserting a Cassette You can use mini DV (p. 83). cassettes only • The recordable time varies depending on [REC MODE] (p. 48). 1 Slide and hold the facing outwards, then press . Push the center of the back of the cassette lightly. Window Getting Started OPEN/ EJECT lever in the direction of the arrow and open the lid.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB03BAS_E.fm Recording/Playback Easy Recording/Playback (Easy Handycam) With this Easy Handycam operation, most of the camera settings are automatically optimally adjusted, which frees you from detailed adjustments. The screen font size increases for easy viewing. Remove the lens cap (p. 14). A B E D C Recording 1 Slide the POWER switch A in the direction of the arrow repeatedly to turn on the CAMERA lamp.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB03BAS_E.fm Playback Slide the POWER switch A in the direction of the arrow repeatedly to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp. Touch the buttons on the screen D as follows. Touch , then touch start playback. If the POWER switch is set to OFF(CHG), slide it while pressing the green button. A to C B x To cancel Easy Handycam operation Press EASY C again. disappears from the screen D.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB03BAS_E.fm Recording Lens cap Remove the lens cap by pressing both knobs on the sides of the cap PHOTO POWER switch REC START/ STOP A REC START/STOP B 1 Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow repeatedly to turn on the CAMERA lamp. If the POWER switch is set to OFF(CHG), slide it while pressing the green button. 2 Start recording. Movies Still images Press REC START/STOP A (or B). Press and hold PHOTO lightly to check the image (A), then press it fully (B).
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB03BAS_E.fm Playback 1 Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow repeatedly to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp. 2 Start playing back. Touch playback. to rewind the tape to the desired point, then touch Recording/Playback A to start C B A Stop B Play/Pause toggles as you touch it • Playback automatically stops if pause is engaged for more than 3 minutes. C Rewind/Fast forward To adjust the volume Touch t [PAGE1] t [VOL], then / to adjust the volume.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB03BAS_E.fm Functions used for recording/playback, etc. 2 1 3 Wider range of view: (Wide angle) Close view: (Telephoto) 6 5 4 7 8 qd qs • You cannot change the zoom speed with the zoom buttons qs on the LCD frame. • The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is about 1 cm (about 13/32 in.) for wide angle and about 80 cm (about 2 5/8 feet) for telephoto. • You can set [D ZOOM] (p.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB03BAS_E.fm To fix the exposure for the selected subject (Flexible spot meter)...... qa See [SPOT METER] on page 38. To record in mirror mode .......... qd Open the LCD panel qd 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side (2). 2 1 Recording/playback To check the remaining battery (Battery Info) ......................... 8 Set the POWER switch to OFF(CHG), then press DISP/BATT INFO 8. The battery information appears for about 7 seconds.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB03BAS_E.fm Indicators displayed during recording/playback Recording 1 Viewing 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 7 4 8 5 6 A Remaining battery (approx.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB03BAS_E.fm ( ) is a reference page. The indicators during recording will not be recorded. Indicators when you made changes You can use [DISP GUIDE] (p. 16) to check the function of each indicator that appears on the LCD screen. • Some of the indicators may not appear when you use [DISP GUIDE]. Upper left Bottom Indicator Meaning Flexible spot meter (38)/ Manual exposure (40) 9 Manual focus (38) .
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB03BAS_E.fm Searching for the starting point Make sure that the CAMERA lamp lights up (p. 22). Searching for the last scene of the most recent recording (END SEARCH) [END SCH] (END SEARCH) will not work once you eject the cassette after you have recorded on the tape. Searching manually (EDIT SEARCH) You can search for the start point to start the next recording while viewing the pictures on the screen. The sound is not played back during the search. 1 Touch t [PAGE1] t [MENU].
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB03BAS_E.fm Reviewing the most recently recorded scenes (Rec review) You can view a few seconds of the scene recorded just before you stopped the tape. 1 Touch t [PAGE1] t [MENU]. 2 Select 3 Select [EDITSEARCH] with Recording/Playback (CAMERA SET) with , then touch [EXEC]. / / , then touch [EXEC]. 4 Select [ON] with / then touch [EXEC] t 60min STBY EDIT 5 Touch , . 0:00:00 FN . The last few seconds of the most recently recorded scene are played back.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB03BAS_E.fm Remote Commander (DCR-HC24E/HC35E) Remove the insulation sheet before using the Remote Commander. Insulation sheet • Aim the Remote Commander towards the remote sensor to operate your camcorder (p. 25). • To change the battery, see page 89. Searching quickly for a desired scene (Zero set memory) 6 1 During playback, press ZERO 1 2 7 8 3 SET MEMORY 5 at a point you want to locate later on. The tape counter is reset to “0:00:00” and appears on the screen.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB03BAS_E.fm • Zero set memory will not function correctly if there is a blank section between recorded sections on the tape. Searching for a scene by date of recording (Date search) You can locate the point where the recording date changes. 1 Slide the POWER switch Your camcorder can search for the still image automatically, regardless of the recording date. 1 Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to turn on the PLAY/ EDIT lamp. 2 Press SEARCH M. 2 to select [PHOTO SEARCH].
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB03BAS_E.fm Remote Commander (Continued) 2 Press SEARCH M. 2 to select [PHOTO SCAN]. 3 Press .(previous)/>(next) 3. To cancel the operation Press STOP 4. • The Photo scan will not function correctly if there is a blank section between recorded sections on the tape.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB03BAS_E.fm Playing the picture on a TV You can connect your camcorder to the input jack of a TV or a VCR using the A/V connecting cable (1) or the A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO (2). Connect your camcorder to the wall socket using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 9). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected. • For DCR-HC35E: Do not insert/eject the cassette while your camcorder is on the Handycam Station.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB03BAS_E.fm Playing the picture on a TV (Continued) A A/V connecting cable (supplied) For DCR-HC35E: The Handycam Station and your camcorder are both equipped with A/V OUT jacks (p. 57). Connect the A/V connecting cable either to the Handycam Station or to your camcorder, depending on your setup.
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E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB04MEN_E.fm Using the Menu Using the menu items Follow the instructions below to use each of the menu items listed after this page. 1 Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow repeatedly to turn on the respective lamp. CAMERA lamp: settings for recording on a tape PLAY/EDIT lamp: settings for viewing/editing 2 Touch the LCD screen to select the menu item. Unavailable items will be grayed out.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB04MEN_E.fm x To use menu items during Easy Handycam operation 60min STBY 0:00:00 FN 1 Touch . 2 Select the desired menu. Touch [MENU] then select the desired menu. 3 Change your item setting. After finishing the settings, touch (close) to hide the menu screen. Each touch of [ RET.] takes you to the previous screen. •Cancel Easy Handycam operation to use menu items normally.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB04MEN_E.fm Operation button items Available operation buttons vary depending on the position of the lamp and the display (PAGE). The default settings are marked with B. The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected. The available functions during Easy Handycam operation are marked with*. See page 36 for details on selecting button items.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB04MEN_E.fm To return the setting to automatic exposure, touch [ AUTO] or set [EXPOSURE] to [ AUTO]. • If you set [SPOT METER], [EXPOSURE] is automatically set to [MANUAL]. • The setting returns to [ AUTO] when you turn the power off for more than 12 hours. DISP GUIDE (Display Guide)* See page 16. MOSC. FADER MONOTONE When fading in, the picture gradually changes from black and white to color. When fading out, it gradually changes from color to black and white.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB04MEN_E.fm Operation button items (Continued) INDOOR (n) EXPOSURE You can fix the brightness of a picture manually. When recording indoors on a clear day, for instance, you can avoid backlight shadows on people next to the window by fixing the exposure to that of the wall side of the room. 60min STBY 1 0:00:00 MANU– AL EXPOSURE 2 1 Touch [MANUAL]. appears. 2 Adjust the exposure by touching . / To return the setting to automatic exposure, touch [ AUTO].
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB04MEN_E.fm SELF TIMER DISP GUIDE (Display Guide)* The self-timer starts recording after about 10 seconds. See page 16. 1 Touch t [PAGE2] t [SELF TIMER]. appears. 2 Touch . 3 Press REC START/STOP to record movies, or PHOTO to record still images. [PAGE2] To cancel the count down during recording movies, press REC START/STOP. To cancel [SELF TIMER], redo step 1. B OFF Data code is not displayed. DATE/TIME Displays the date and time.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB04MEN_E.fm Operation button items (Continued) BURN DVD When your camcorder is connected to a Sony VAIO series personal computer, you can easily burn the picture recorded on the tape on a DVD (Direct Access to “Click to DVD”) (p. 65). BURN VCD When your camcorder is connected to a personal computer, you can easily burn the picture recorded on the tape on a CD-R (Direct Access to Video CD Burn). See “First Step Guide” in the supplied CDROM for details (p. 64).
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB04MEN_E.fm Menu items • Available menu items (z) vary depending on which lamp is lit. • During Easy Handycam operation, the following settings are automatically applied (p. 20). CAMERA PLAY/EDIT Easy Handycam z z z – z – AUTO OFF ON z z z z z – – – – – OFF 4:3 ON OFF ON – – z z STEREO – z z z z z z z z BRT NORMAL – BRT NORMAL – z z z z – z – z SP SP 12BIT AUTO z z z z z z z – z OFF z ON z z z z z z z z z z –* z 5min ON LCD MANUAL SET menu (p.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB04MEN_E.fm MANUAL SET menu – PROGRAM AE/P EFFECT, etc. The default settings are marked with B. The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected. See page 36 for details on selecting menu items. PROGRAM AE You can record pictures effectively in various situations with the PROGRAM AE function. SUNSETMOON**( ) Select to maintain the atmosphere of situations such as sunsets, general night views or fireworks.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB04MEN_E.fm CAMERA SET menu SEPIA – D ZOOM/WIDE SEL/STEADYSHOT, etc. Pictures appear in sepia. B&W Pictures appear in black and white. SOLARIZE Pictures appear as an illustration with strong contrast. The default settings are marked with B. The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected. See page 36 for details on selecting menu items. D ZOOM (Digital zoom) PASTEL* Pictures appear as a pale pastel drawing.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB04MEN_E.fm CAMERA SET menu (Continued) WIDE SEL (Wide select) You can record a picture in a ratio suitable for the screen on which it will be displayed. Refer also to the operating instructions supplied with your TV for details. B 4:3 Standard setting (to record pictures to be played back on a 4:3 TV). 16:9 WIDE ( ) Records pictures to be played back on a 16:9 wide TV in full screen mode. When viewed on the LCD screen/viewfinder with [16:9 WIDE] selected.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB04MEN_E.fm PLAYER SET/ VCR SET menu – HiFi SOUND/AUDIO MIX The PLAYER SET menu is for the DCRHC23E/HC24E, and the VCR SET menu is for the DCR-HC26E/HC35E. The default settings are marked with B. The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected. See page 36 for details on selecting menu items. HiFi SOUND B STEREO Plays back with main and sub sound (or stereo sound). 1 Plays back with main sound (or the left channel sound).
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB04MEN_E.fm LCD/VF SET menu (Continued) TAPE SET menu – REC MODE/AUDIO MODE/REMAIN • When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is slightly reduced during recording. WIDE DISP (Wide display) You can select how a 16:9 aspect ratio picture appears in the viewfinder and the LCD screen by setting [WIDE SEL] to [16:9 WIDE]. The recorded picture will not be affected by this operation.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB04MEN_E.fm SETUP MENU menu REMAIN – CLOCK SET/USB STREAM/LANGUAGE, etc. B AUTO Displays the remaining tape indicator for about 8 seconds in situations such as those described below. • When you set the POWER switch to PLAY/ EDIT or CAMERA with a cassette inserted. • When you touch (Play/Pause). ON Always displays the remaining tape indicator. The default settings are marked with B. The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB04MEN_E.fm OTHERS menu – WORLD TIME/BEEP, etc. The default settings are marked with B. The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected. See page 36 for details on selecting menu items. WORLD TIME When using your camcorder abroad, you can set the time difference by touching / , the clock will be adjusted in accordance with the time difference. If you set the time difference to 0, the clock returns to the originally set time.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB05BAS_E.fm Dubbing/Editing Dubbing to VCR/DVD device, etc. You can copy the picture played back on your camcorder to other recording devices (VCR/ DVD device, etc.). You can connect your camcorder to a VCR/DVD device, etc., using the A/V connecting cable (1), the A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO (2), or the i.LINK cable (3). Connect your camcorder to the wall socket using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 9).
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB05BAS_E.fm Dubbing to VCR/DVD device, etc. (Continued) DCR-HC35E: 1 A/V OUT A/V OUT jack AUDIO/ VIDEO jacks (Yellow) (White) (Red) VCR/DVD device To i.LINK jack DV 2 To DV Interface (i.LINK) 3 : Signal flow A A/V connecting cable (supplied) For DCR-HC35E: The Handycam Station and your camcorder are both equipped with A/V OUT jacks (p. 57). Connect the A/V connecting cable either to the Handycam Station or to your camcorder, depending on your setup.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB05BAS_E.fm 1 Prepare your camcorder for playback. Insert the recorded cassette. Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp. 2 Prepare your VCR/DVD device for recording. • The following cannot be output via the DV Interface (i.LINK): – Indicators – Pictures edited using [P EFFECT] (p. 44) • When connected using an i.LINK cable, the recorded picture becomes rough when a picture is paused on your camcorder while recording to a VCR. • When connected using an i.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB05BAS_E.fm Recording pictures from a TV or VCR/DVD device, etc. (DCR-HC26E/HC35E) You can record pictures or TV programs from a TV or VCR/DVD device, etc., on a tape. Be sure to insert a cassette for recording in your camcorder beforehand. You can connect your camcorder to a TV, VCR/DVD or an i.LINK-compatible device using the i.LINK cable. Connect your camcorder to the wall socket using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 9).
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB05BAS_E.fm Dubbing sound to a recorded tape 5 When recording pictures from a VCR/DVD device: Start playing the cassette or the disc on the VCR/DVD device. You can add sound to a tape already recorded in the 12-bit mode (p. 48) without erasing the original sound. Internal stereo microphone When recording pictures from a TV: Select a TV program. The picture played on the connected device appears on the LCD screen of your camcorder.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB05BAS_E.fm Dubbing sound to a recorded tape (Continued) Recording sound 6 Touch [ RET.] t . Insert a recorded cassette into your camcorder beforehand. 1 Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to turn on the PLAY/ EDIT lamp. 2 Touch (Play/Pause) to play back the tape, then touch it again at the point where you want to start recording the sound. • You can only record additional audio over a tape recorded on your camcorder.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB05BAS_E.fm Jacks to connect external devices A Camcorder (USB) jack (p. 58) B For DCR-HC23E/HC24E: DV OUT Interface (i.LINK) (p. 51, 65) For DCR-HC26E/HC35E: DV Interface (i.LINK) (p. 51, 54, 65) C A/V (audio/video) OUT jack (p. 33, 51) • For DCR-HC35E: The Handycam Station and your camcorder are both equipped with A/V OUT jacks. D DC IN jack (p. 9) E For DCR-HC35E: Interface connector 1 2 3 3 Dubbing/Editing DCR-HC35E DCR-HC23E/ HC24E/HC26E Bottom 4 5 1 - 4 ...
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB06COM_E.fm Using a Computer Before referring to the “First Step Guide” on your computer When you install the Picture Package software on a Windows computer from the supplied CD-ROM, you can enjoy the following operations by connecting your camcorder to your computer. • Software and features available for Macintosh computers differ from those available for Windows computers. For details, refer to chapter 6 of “First Step Guide” on the supplied CD-ROM.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB06COM_E.fm About “First Step Guide” “First Step Guide” is an instruction manual you can refer to on your computer. This “First Step Guide” describes basic operations, from initial hookup of your camcorder and computer and making settings, to general operation the first time you use the software stored on the CDROM (supplied). Install the CD-ROM, read “Installing the software and “First Step Guide” on a computer” (p. 60), start the “First Step Guide,” then follow the instructions.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB06COM_E.fm Before referring to the “First Step Guide” on your computer (Continued) • When you connect your camcorder to a Macintosh computer using a USB cable, you cannot copy pictures recorded on a tape to the computer. To copy recordings from a tape, connect your camcorder to the computer with an i.LINK cable and use the standard software in the OS. Installing the software and “First Step Guide” on a computer You need to install the software etc.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB06COM_E.fm 1 Double-click [My Computer]. 2 Double-click [PICTUREPACKAGE] (Disc drive).* 6 Click [Next]. * Drive names (such as (E:)) may vary depending on the computer. 4 Click [Install]. 7 Read [License Agreement], check [I accept the terms of the license agreement] if you agree, then click [Next]. The software version of Picture Package is displayed as “1.5.” 5 Select the language for the application to be installed, then click [Next].
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB06COM_E.fm Installing the software and “First Step Guide” on a computer (Continued) 9 Click [Install] on the [Ready to Install the Program] screen. The installation of Picture Package starts. 12If the [Installing Microsoft(R) DirectX(R)] screen is displayed, follow the steps below to install DirectX 9.0c. If not, skip to step 13. 1 Read [License Agreement], then click [Next]. 10Click [Next] to install the “First Step Guide.” 2 Click [Next].
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB06COM_E.fm The computer turns off once, then starts up again automatically (Restart). The short-cut icons for [Picture Package Menu] and [Picture Package destination folder] (and “First Step Guide,” if installed in step 10) appear on the desktop. 5 Copy “FirstStepGuide.pdf,” stored in the desired language in the [FirstStepGuide] folder, to your computer. 6 Copy [IMXINST.SIT] in the [MAC] folder of the CD-ROM to a folder of your choice. 7 Double-click [IMXINST.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB06COM_E.fm Viewing “First Step Guide” Displaying “First Step Guide” For inquires about this software Starting up on a Windows computer Pixela User Support Center Viewing with Microsoft Internet Explorer Ver.6.0 or later is recommended. Double-click the icon on the desktop. Pixela Home Page Picture Package: http://www.ppackage.com/ ImageMixer VCD2: http://www.ImageMixer.com/ – North America (Los Angeles) Telephone: (Toll-Free) +1-800-458-4029 +1-213-341-0163 – Europe (U.K.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB06COM_E.fm Creating a DVD (Direct Access to “Click to DVD”) You can create a DVD from a tape with a Sony VAIO series computer* preinstalled with “Click to DVD Ver.1.2” (Sony original software) or later via an i.LINK cable. The picture is automatically copied and written to a DVD. The following procedures describe how to create a DVD from a recorded tape. For details on system and operation requirements, and “Click to DVD,” visit the following URL: To i.LINK connector i.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB06COM_E.fm Creating a DVD (Direct Access to “Click to DVD”) (Continued) 2 Prepare the power source for the camcorder. 8 Touch [EXEC] on the screen of your camcorder. Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power source since it takes a few hours to create a DVD. 0:00:00:00 60min BURN DVD START CREATE DVD? 3 Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to turn on the PLAY/ EDIT lamp. 4 Insert a recorded cassette into your camcorder.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB06COM_E.fm To cancel the operation Touch [CANCEL] on the LCD screen on your camcorder. Using a Computer • You cannot cancel the operation after [Finalizing DVD.] is displayed on the LCD screen of your camcorder. • Do not disconnect the i.LINK cable or set the POWER switch to another mode on your camcorder until the picture is completely copied to the computer. • When [CONVERTING] or [WRITING] is displayed on the screen, capturing of pictures has already finished.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB07TBS_E.fm Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 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 The power does not turn on. • Attach a charged battery pack to the camcorder (p. 9). • Use the AC Adaptor to connect to a wall socket (p. 9). • For DCR-HC35E: Insert your camcorder into the Handycam Station correctly (p.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB07TBS_E.fm The CHG (charge) lamp does not light while the battery pack is being charged. • • • • • Slide the POWER switch to OFF(CHG) (p. 9). Attach the battery pack to the camcorder correctly (p. 9). Connect the mains lead to the wall socket properly (p. 9). The battery charge is completed (p. 11). For DCR-HC35E: Insert your camcorder into the Handycam Station correctly (p. 10). The CHG (charge) lamp flashes while the battery pack is being charged.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB07TBS_E.fm Troubleshooting (Continued) An unknown picture appears on the LCD screen or viewfinder. • The camcorder is in [DEMO MODE] (p. 49). Touch the LCD screen or insert a cassette to cancel [DEMO MODE]. An unknown indicator appears on the screen. • A warning indicator or message appears on the screen (p. 80). The picture remains on the LCD screen. • This occurs if you disconnect the DC plug from your camcorder or remove the battery pack without turning off the power first.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB07TBS_E.fm The remaining tape indicator is not displayed. • Set [ REMAIN] to [ON] to always display the remaining tape indicator (p. 49). The cassette is noisier during rewinding or fast-forwarding. • When using the AC Adaptor, rewind/fast forward speed increases (compared with battery operation) and therefore increases noise. This is not a malfunction. Recording Refer also to “Adjusting the image during recording” (p. 72). The tape does not start when you press REC START/STOP.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB07TBS_E.fm Troubleshooting (Continued) Adjusting the image during recording Refer also to “Menu” (p. 74). The auto focus does not function. • Set [FOCUS] to [ AUTO] (p. 38). • The recording conditions are not suitable for auto focus. Adjust the focus manually (p. 38). [STEADYSHOT] does not function. • Set [STEADYSHOT] to [ON] (p. 46). The BACK LIGHT function does not function. • In the following settings, the BACK LIGHT function is canceled.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB07TBS_E.fm Playback You cannot play back tape. • Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp. • Rewind the tape (p. 23). Horizontal lines appear on the picture. The displayed pictures are not clear or do not appear. • Clean the head using the cleaning cassette (optional) (p. 88). No sound or only a low sound is heard. • Set [HiFi SOUND] to [STEREO] (p. 47). • Turn up the volume (p. 23).
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB07TBS_E.fm Troubleshooting (Continued) Remote Commander (DCR-HC24E/HC35E) The supplied Remote Commander does not function. • Set [COMMANDER] to [ON] (p. 50). • Remove any obstructions between the Remote Commander and the remote sensor. • Keep strong light sources, such as sunlight or overhead lighting, away from the remote sensor, otherwise the Remote Commander may not function properly.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB07TBS_E.fm Dubbing/Editing/Connecting to other devices Pictures output from the camcorder do not appear on the screen of the connected device. (DCR-HC35E) • When attaching the camcorder to the Handycam Station, close the DC IN jack cover on the camcorder, and then fully insert the camcorder into the Handycam Station in the correct way securely (p. 10). Time code and other information appear on the display of the connected device.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB07TBS_E.fm Troubleshooting (Continued) An error message appears when you place the supplied CD-ROM in your computer. • Set the computer display as follows: – Windows: 800 × 600 dots or more, High Color (16 bits, 65,000 colors) or more – Macintosh: 1,024 × 768 dots or more, 32,000 colors or more You cannot view the video your camcorder is seeing on the computer. • Disconnect the cable from the computer, turn on the camcorder, then connect it again.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB07TBS_E.fm 7 Place the supplied CD-ROM in the disc drive of your computer. 8 Follow the steps below and try to install the USB driver again. 1 Double-click [My Computer]. 2 Right-click [PICTUREPACKAGE] (Disc drive)*. * Drive names (such as (E:)) may vary depending on the computer. 3 Click [Open]. 4 Double-click [Driver]. 5 Double-click [Setup.exe]. • Deleting anything other than [USB Audio Device], [USB Device] and [USB Composite Device] may cause a malfunction of your computer.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB07TBS_E.fm Troubleshooting (Continued) 4 Click the [Hardware] tab t [Device Manager] t [View] t [Devices by type]. 5 If the devices below are already installed, right-click them, then click [Uninstall] to delete them. – [USB Composite Device] in the [Universal Serial Bus Controller] folder – [USB Audio Device] in the [Sound, video and game controller] folder – [USB Device] in the [Other devices] folder 6 When the [Confirm Device Removal] screen appears, click [OK].
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB07TBS_E.fm An error message appears while operating Picture Package. • Close Picture Package first, then slide the POWER switch on your camcorder to turn on another lamp. The CD-R drive is not recognized or data cannot be written on the CD-R in Picture Package Auto Video, Producer, CD Backup, or VCD Maker. • For compatible drives, visit the following URL: http://www.ppackage.com/ “First Step Guide” is not displayed correctly.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB08TBS2_E.fm Warning indicators and messages Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators If indicators appear on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder, check the following. Some symptoms you can fix by yourself. If the problem persists even after you have tried a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. C:(or E:) ss:ss (Self-diagnosis display) C:04:ss • The battery pack is not an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. Use an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (p.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB08TBS2_E.fm Description of warning messages If messages appear on the screen, follow the instructions. x Battery/Power Use the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. (p. 84) Battery level is low. • Change the battery (p. 9, 84). Old battery. Use a new one. (p. 84) x Others Cannot record due to copyright protection. (p. 83) Cannot add audio. Disconnect the i.LINK cable. (p. 55) Not recorded in SP mode. Cannot add audio. (p. 55) Not recorded in 12-bit audio. Cannot add audio. (p.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB08TBS2_E.fm Warning indicators and messages (Continued) USB invalid during Easy Handycam • You cannot connect the USB cable during Easy Handycam. Touch . HDV recorded tape. Cannot playback. • Your camcorder cannot play back this format. Play back the tape with the equipment that recorded it. HDV recorded tape. Cannot add audio. • Your camcorder does not allow you to add audio on a section of a tape recorded in HDV format (p. 55). Disconnect one AV cable.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB09ADD_E.fm Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad Power supply You can use your camcorder in any country/region using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder within the AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz range. On TV color systems Your camcorder is PAL system, so its picture can only be viewed on a PAL system TV with an AUDIO/VIDEO input jack.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB09ADD_E.fm Usable cassette tapes (Continued) x To prevent accidental erasure Slide the write-protect tab on the cassette to set it to SAVE. REC: The cassette can be recorded. SAVE: The cassette cannot be recorded (write-protected). REC SAVE x When labeling the cassette Be sure to place the label only on the locations shown in the following illustration so as not to cause a malfunction of your camcorder. Do not put a label along this border.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB09ADD_E.fm • Frequent use of the LCD screen or a frequent playback, fast forward or rewind operation wears out the battery pack faster. We recommend using a large capacity battery pack: NP-FP50/FP70/FP71/FP90 (optional). • Be sure to set the POWER switch to OFF(CHG) when not recording or playing back on your camcorder. The battery pack is also consumed when your camcorder is in recording standby or playback pause.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB09ADD_E.fm About i.LINK The DV Interface on this unit is an i.LINKcompliant DV Interface. This section describes the i.LINK standard and its features. is also indicated near the i.LINK interface on some devices. The baud rate may differ from the indicated value when the unit is connected to a device with a different maximum baud rate. What is i.LINK? i.LINK is a digital serial interface for transferring digital video, digital audio, and other data to other i.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB09ADD_E.fm Maintenance and precautions On use and care out of children’s reach. If the battery is accidentally swallowed, consult a doctor immediately. • 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.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB09ADD_E.fm Maintenance and precautions (Continued) malfunction. Do not close the cassette lid until the cassette is ejected. x Note on moisture condensation Moisture may condense when you bring your camcorder from a cold place into a warm place (or vice versa) or when you use your camcorder in a humid place as shown below. • When you bring your camcorder from a ski slope into a place warmed up by a heating device.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB09ADD_E.fm 4 Touch the “×” displayed on the screen with the corner of the “Memory Stick” or the like. On charging the pre-installed rechargeable battery The position of the “×” changes. If you did not press the right spot, start from step 4 again. 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).
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB09ADD_E.fm Maintenance and precautions (Continued) Specifications System WARNING Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire. • A button-type lithium battery (CR2025) is used in the Remote Commander. Do not use batteries other than the CR2025. • When the lithium battery becomes weak, the operating distance of the Remote Commander may shorten, or the Remote Commander may not function properly.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB09ADD_E.fm F1.8 ~ 3.1 Filter diameter: 25 mm (1 in.) Color temperature [AUTO], [ONE PUSH], [INDOOR] (3 200 K), [OUTDOOR] (5 800 K) Minimum illumination 5 lx (lux) (F 1.8) 0 lx (lux) (during NightShot plus function)*1 *1 Objects unable to be seen due to the dark can be shot with infrared lighting. Input/Output connectors LCD screen Picture 6.2 cm (2.5 type) Total dot number 123 200 (560 × 220) Power requirements DC 7.2 V (battery pack) DC 8.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB09ADD_E.fm Specifications (Continued) Audio signal: 327 mV (at load impedance 47 kΩ (kilohms)), Output impedance with less than 2.2 kΩ (kilohms) USB jack mini-B DV input/output i.LINK Interface (IEEE1394, 4-pin connector S100) AC Adaptor AC-L25A/L25B Power requirements AC 100 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz Current consumption 0.35 - 0.18 A Power consumption 18 W Output voltage DC 8.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB09ADD_E.fm On trademarks • “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • i.LINK and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • Picture Package is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • is a trademark. • “Handycam” and • • • • • • Additional Information • • • are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Media are trademarks or registered trademarks of U.S. Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other countries.
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB00BOOKIX.fm Index Numeric C DV Interface.......51, 54, 57, 65 12BIT....................................48 CALIBRATION .................. 88 16BIT....................................48 CAM DATA ........................ 41 E 16:9 WIDE ...........................46 CAMERA SET menu .......... 45 21-pin adaptor.......................34 Cassette .......................... 19, 83 4:3 .........................................46 Insert/Eject....................
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB00BOOKIX.fm Insulation sheet .....................30 Using the menu ............. 36 Interface connector ...............57 VCR SET menu ............ 47 Slow...............................42 Internal stereo microphone ...25 Mirror mode ......................... 25 PLAYER SET menu.............47 i.LINK...................................86 Moisture condensation ......... 87 Playing time..........................12 i.LINK cable .............52, 54, 65 MONOTONE................
E:\SONY\2659812111\01GB00BOOKIX.fm Software................................60 Transmitter........................... 30 SOLARIZE...........................45 Tripod................................... 25 SP (Standard Play)................48 TV ........................................ 33 Speaker .................................25 TV color systems ................. 83 Specifications .......................90 W Wall socket .............................9 Warning indicators ...............