3-287-846-12(1) Enjoying your camcorder 8 Getting Started 12 Digital Video Camera Recorder Handycam Handbook DCR-SR210E/SR220E 2008 Sony Corporation Recording/Playback 22 Editing 38 Utilizing recording media 52 Customizing your camcorder 56 Troubleshooting 78 Additional Information 90 Quick Reference 99
Read this before operating your camcorder Before operating the unit, please read this Handbook thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Notes on use In “Handycam Handbook” (this Handbook) The operations and handling of your camcorder are explained. Refer also to “Operating Guide” (the separate volume). Handling the images recorded on your camcorder on the computer “Memory Stick PRO Duo” can be used only with “Memory Stick PRO” compatible equipment.
Connect cables to the connectors of the Handycam Station when using your camcorder attached to the Handycam Station. Do not connect the cables to both the Handycam Station and your camcorder. About menu items, LCD panel and lens A menu item that is grayed out is not available under the current recording or playback conditions. The LCD screen is manufactured using extremely high-precision technology, so over 99.99% of the pixels are effective.
Notes on using the Hard Disk Drive Handycam Save all your recorded image data To prevent your image data from being lost, save all your recorded images on external media periodically. It is recommended that you save the image data on a disc such as a DVD-R using your computer (p. 37). Also, you can save your image data using a VCR, or a DVD/HDD recorder (p. 47).
Table of contents Read this before operating your camcorder.....................................................2 Notes on using the Hard Disk Drive Handycam.....................................................4 Subject examples and solutions..............7 Enjoying your camcorder Operation flow...............................................8 “ HOME” and “ OPTION” - Taking advantage of two types of menus........9 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items..........
Customizing your camcorder What you can do with the (SETTINGS) category of the HOME MENU............................................................ 56 Using the HOME MENU.................................. 56 List of the (SETTINGS) category items ................................................................................... 57 MOVIE SETTINGS......................................... 58 (Items for recording movies) PHOTO SETTINGS.......................................
Subject examples and solutions Checking your golf swing SMTH SLW REC..............................................29 Capturing still images during movie recording Dual Rec........................................................28 Flowers in close-up PORTRAIT......................................................75 FOCUS...........................................................73 TELE MACRO.................................................
Enjoying your camcorder Operation flow You can select the media (hard disk or “Memory Stick PRO Duo”) separately for movie recording and still image recording (p. 20). The media you set is effective for recording/playback/editing operations. Get ready (p. 12). Selecting the media (p. 20) Shoot using your camcorder (p. 25). Play back the images. Viewing on the LCD screen of your camcorder (p. 30) Viewing on the TV connected to your camcorder (p. 35) Save recorded images.
“ HOME” and “ OPTION” - Taking advantage of two types of menus “ HOME MENU” - the starting point for operations with your camcorder (HELP) Displays a description of the item (p. 10) Enjoying your camcorder Category Categories and items of the HOME MENU (CAMERA) category (MANAGE MEDIA) category Item Page Item Page MOVIE* PHOTO* SMTH SLW REC 22 22 29 MOVIE MEDIA SET* PHOTO MEDIA SET* MEDIA INFO MEDIA FORMAT* REPAIR IMG.DB F.
Using the HOME MENU 4 Touch the desired item. Example: [EDIT] 1 While pressing the green button, turn the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to turn on the power. 5 Follow the guide on the screen for further operation. To hide the HOME MENU screen Touch 2 Press (HOME) (or ). (HOME) . When you want to know something about the function of each item on the HOME MENU - HELP 1 Press (HOME). The HOME MENU appears. (HOME) 3 Touch the desired category.
3 Touch the item you want to learn more about. Enjoying your camcorder When you touch an item, its explanation appears on the screen. To apply the option, touch [YES], otherwise, touch [NO]. To deactivate the HELP Touch (HELP) again in step 2. Using the OPTION MENU Just a touch on the screen during shooting or playback displays the functions available at that moment. You will find it easy to make various settings. See page 71 for further details.
Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that you have the following items supplied with your camcorder. The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that item supplied. Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH60 (1) (p. 13, 94) AC Adaptor (1) (p. 13) 21-pin adaptor (1) (p. 36) Power cord (Mains lead) (1) (p. 13) For models with the bottom surface only. mark printed on the CD-ROM “Handycam Application Software” (1) Handycam Station (1) (p. 13) A/V connecting cable (1) (p.
Step 2: Charging the battery pack /CHG (charge) lamp DC IN jack POWER switch DC plug AC Adaptor Getting Started Battery pack To the wall outlet (wall socket) Power cord (Mains lead) You can charge the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (H series) (p. 94) after attaching it to your camcorder. 4 Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction of the arrow until it clicks. Notes Your camcorder operates only with an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (H series).
To remove your camcorder from the Handycam Station Turn off the power, then remove the camcorder from the Handycam Station holding both your camcorder and the Handycam Station. To remove the battery pack Turn the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). Slide the BATT (battery) release lever and remove the battery pack. BATT (battery) release lever Notes To charge the battery pack using only the AC Adaptor Turn off the power, then connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack on your camcorder.
After a while, the approximate recordable time and battery information appear for about 7 seconds. You can view the battery information for up to 20 seconds by pressing DISP/BATT INFO again while the information is displayed. * Typical recording time shows the time when you repeat recording start/stop, turning the power on/off and zooming. Notes Remaining battery (approx.) All times measured under the following settings: Recording mode: [SP] The LCD backlight turns on Approximate time (min.
We do not recommend using an NP-FH30, which only allows short recording and playback times, with your camcorder. On the charging/recording/playback time Times measured when using the camcorder at 25°C (77 ˚F) (10°C to 30°C (50 ˚F to 86 ˚F) is recommended). The available recording and playback time will be shorter when you use your camcorder in low temperatures. The available recording and playback time will be shorter depending on the conditions under which you use your camcorder.
Step 3: Turning the power on, and 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. 3 Select the desired geographical area with / , then touch [NEXT]. 4 Set [SUMMERTIME], then touch 5 Set [Y] (year) with Touch the button on the LCD screen.
It takes a few seconds for your camcorder to be ready to shoot after the power is turned on. You cannot operate your camcorder during this time. The lens cover opens automatically when the power is turned on. It closes when the playback screen is selected, or the power is turned off. In the default setting, the power turns off automatically if you leave your camcorder unoperated for approximately 5 minutes, to save battery power ([A.SHUT OFF], p. 69).
Step 4: Making setting adjustments before recording Adjusting the LCD panel Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play (). 180 degrees (max.) Fasten the grip belt and hold your camcorder correctly. 90 degrees to the camcorder Getting Started 90 degrees (max.) Fastening the grip belt DISP/BATT INFO To turn off the LCD backlight to make the battery last longer Press and hold DISP/BATT INFO for a few seconds until appears.
Step 5: Selecting the media You can select the hard disk or “Memory Stick PRO Duo” as the recording/playback/ editing media on your camcorder. Select the media for movies and still images separately. The default setting is hard disk for movies and still images. Hard Disk Movie 2 Touch [MOVIE MEDIA SET] to select the media for movies, and touch [PHOTO MEDIA SET] to select the media for still images. The media setting screen appears.
The [Create a new Image Database File.] screen appears on the LCD screen when you insert a new “Memory Stick PRO Duo.” Inserting the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” Prepare a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” if [MEMORY STICK] has been selected as the media. For types of “Memory Stick” you can use in your camcorder, see page 2. Open the Memory Stick Duo cover in the direction of the arrow. Insert the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” into the Memory Stick Duo slot in the right direction until it clicks. 3 Touch [YES].
Recording/Playback Recording and playback with ease (Easy Handycam operation) Easy Handycam operation makes nearly all settings automatic so that you can perform recording or playback operations without detailed settings. It also makes the screen font size larger for easy viewing. The images are recorded on the selected media (p. 20). If the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG), turn it while pressing the green button.
Playing back recorded movies/still images 1 Turn the POWER switch to turn on your camcorder. 2 Press (VIEW IMAGES) (or ). The [VISUAL INDEX] screen appears on the LCD screen. (It may take some seconds.) HOME MENU Previous 6 images Next 6 images Returns to the recording screen Appears with the image on each of the tab that was lastly played back/recorded ( for the still image recorded on a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”). Recording/Playback Searches for images by date (p.
Tips When playback from the selected movie reaches the last movie, the screen returns to the [VISUAL INDEX] screen. You can slow down the playback speed by touching / during pause. You can adjust the volume by touching (HOME) (SETTINGS) [SOUND SETTINGS] / . [VOLUME], then with Still images: Touch the tab and the still image to be played back. Slide show (p.
Recording The images are recorded on the media selected on the media setting (p. 20). The default setting is hard disk for both movies and still images. (HOME) (HOME) PHOTO Lens cover Opens automatically when the power is switched on. START/STOP ACCESS lamp (Hard disk) START/ STOP (Movie) lamp/ (Still) lamp Recording/Playback /CHG (charge) lamp ACCESS lamp (“Memory Stick PRO Duo”) POWER switch If the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG), turn it while pressing the green button.
Recording movies Recording still images 1 Turn the POWER switch until the 1 Turn the POWER switch until the 2 Press START/STOP (or ). 2 Press PHOTO lightly to adjust the (Movie) lamp lights up. (Still) lamp lights up. focus (a beep sounds), then press it fully (a shutter click sounds). [STBY] [REC] To stop recording, press START/STOP again. Tips For the recordable time and the number of recordable images, see pages 58 and 60.
Zooming You can magnify images up to 15 times the original size with the power zoom lever or the zoom buttons on the LCD frame. Recording sound with more presence (5.1ch surround recording) Dolby Digital 5.1ch surround sound can be recorded with the Built-in microphone. You can enjoy realistic sound when playing the movie on devices that support 5.1ch surround sound. Built-in microphone Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator, 5.1ch surround sound Glossary (p.
Tips During sleep mode, the battery is consumed at about half that of usual recording, enabling you to save battery power. The power turns off automatically if you do not operate your camcorder for a certain period during sleep mode. You can set the time that you want the camcorder to remain on before automatically turning off in sleep mode ([QUICK ON STBY], (p. 69)).
the back light function, press (back light) again. Recording in mirror mode To change the setting Touch (OPTION) tab, then select the setting you want to change. [TIMING] Select the recording start point after START/STOP is pressed. The default setting is [3sec AFTER]. [3sec AFTER] Tips A mirror-image of the subject appears on the LCD screen, but the image will be normal when recorded.
Playback You can play back images recorded on the media selected in the media setting (p. 20). The default setting is the hard disk. Lens cover Closes when an INDEX screen appears (HOME) Power zoom lever POWER switch (HOME) (VIEW IMAGES) (VIEW IMAGES) 1 Turn the POWER switch to turn on your camcorder. 2 Press (VIEW IMAGES) (or ). The [VISUAL INDEX] screen appears on the LCD screen. (It may take some seconds.
3 Start playback. Playing movies Touch the tab, and the movie to be played back. Toggles Play or Pause as you touch Returns (to the [VISUAL INDEX] screen) Next movie Beginning of the movie/ previous movie (OPTION) Reverse/Forward Tips When playback from the selected movie reaches the last movie, the screen returns to the [VISUAL INDEX] screen. Touch / during pause to play back a movie slowly.
Searching for desired scene by face (Face Index) Searching for desired scene by pinpoint (Film Roll Index) Movies can be divided by a set time and the first scene of each division is displayed on the INDEX screen. You can start playing back a movie from the selected thumbnail. Select beforehand the media which contains the recorded movie you want to play back (p. 20). The detected face images during recording are displayed on the index screen. You can play back the movie from the selected face image.
Set [ INDEX SET] to [ON] (the default setting) before recording to play back from [ INDEX] (p. 61). Make sure that flashes, and detected face images are stored in [Face Index]. Tips You can display the [Face Index] screen by (HOME) (VIEW IMAGES) touching [ INDEX]. 3 Touch the date button at the upper right of the LCD screen. The recording dates of images are displayed on the screen.
Magnify the still image with T (Telephoto). The screen is framed. Touch the screen at the point you want to display in the center of the displayed frame. Adjust the magnification with W (Wide angle)/T (Telephoto). To cancel, touch . Playing back a series of still images (Slide show) Touch on the still image playback screen. The slide show begins from the selected still image. to stop the slide show. Touch To restart, touch again. Notes You cannot operate playback zoom during slide show.
Playing the image on a TV Connect your camcorder to the input jack of a TV or VCR using the A/V connecting cable or an A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO . Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 13). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected.
To set the aspect ratio according to the connected TV (16:9/4:3) If your TV/VCR has a 21-pin adaptor (EUROCONNECTOR) Change the setting according to the screen aspect ratio of the TV you will view images on. Use the 21-pin adaptor supplied with your camcorder (For models with the mark printed on the bottom surface only). This adaptor is designed for output use only. Turn the POWER switch to turn on the camcorder. Touch (HOME) (SETTINGS) [OUTPUT SETTINGS] [TV TYPE] .
Saving images Due to the limited capacity of the media, make sure that you save the image data to some type of external media such as a DVD-R or a computer. You can save the images recorded on the camcorder as described below. Tips You can dub/copy the images recorded on the hard disk to the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” using this camcorder (p. 42). Using a computer By using “Picture Motion Browser” on the supplied CD-ROM, you can save images recorded on your camcorder. For details, see “PMB Guide.
Editing (OTHERS) category This category enables you to edit the images on the media. Also, you can enjoy your camcorder by connecting to other devices. Deleting images You can delete images recorded on the media using your camcorder. Notes (OTHERS) category Item list DELETE You can delete images on the media (p. 38). PHOTO CAPTURE You can save a selected frame from a recorded movie as a still image (p. 41).
4 Touch the movie to be deleted. Deleting still images Select beforehand the media which contains the still image you want to delete (p. 20). 1 Touch The selected image is marked with . Press and hold the image on the LCD screen to confirm. Touch to return to the previous screen. [YES] 2 Touch [ DELETE]. 3 Touch [ DELETE]. (OTHERS) . 4 Touch the still image to be deleted. Editing 5 Touch (HOME) [DELETE]. To delete all movies at one time In step 3, touch [ DELETE ALL] [YES] [YES] .
To delete all the still images recorded on the same day at one time This function is available only when the internal hard disk is selected as the media. Touch [ DELETE by date] in step 3. Touch / to select the recording date of . the desired still images, then touch The still images recorded on the selected date are displayed on the screen. Touch the still image on the LCD screen to to return to the previous confirm. Touch screen. Touch [YES] .
Capturing a still image from a movie You can capture a still image at any point during movie playback. Select the media which contains movies, and the media where you want to save still images (p. 20). Notes 1 Touch (HOME) (OTHERS) [PHOTO CAPTURE]. The [PHOTO CAPTURE] screen appears. 2 Touch the movie to be captured. The selected movie starts playback. at the point where you want to capture.
Dubbing/copying images to a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” with your camcorder 3 Select the movie to be dubbed. Dubbing movies You can dub movies recorded on the hard disk of your camcorder to a “Memory Stick PRO Duo.” Insert a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” into your camcorder before the operation. [DUB by select]: Touch the movie thumbnail you want to dub to place the mark on the thumbnail. You can select several movies.
3 Select the still image to be copied. Copying still images You can copy still images from the hard disk to a “Memory Stick PRO Duo.” Insert a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” into your camcorder before the operation. [COPY by select]: Touch the still image thumbnail you want to copy to place the mark on the thumbnail. You can select several still images.
Dividing a movie You can divide movies on the media of your camcorder. Select beforehand the media which contains the movie you want to divide (p. 20). 1 Touch (HOME) [EDIT]. Notes (OTHERS) 2 Touch [DIVIDE]. 3 Touch the movie to be divided. The selected movie starts playback. 4 Touch at the point where you want to divide the movie into scenes. The movie pauses. Adjusts the dividing point with more precision after the dividing point has .
Creating the Playlist The Playlist is a list showing thumbnails of the movies that you have selected. The original movies are not changed even if you edit or delete the movies added to the Playlist. Select the media you want to create or play a Playlist before the operation (p. 20). 1 Touch (HOME) [PLAYLIST EDIT]. (OTHERS) Touch / to select the recording date of the desired movie. Touch while the selected recording date is highlighted.
2 Touch the image from which you Select the destination with / . want to play back. The Playlist is played back from the selected image to the end, then the screen returns to the Playlist screen. To erase unnecessary movies from the Playlist Touch (HOME) (OTHERS) [PLAYLIST EDIT]. Touch [ ERASE]. To erase all the movies from the Playlist, touch [ ERASE ALL] [YES] [YES] . Select the movie to be deleted from the list. The selected movie is marked with .
Dubbing to other devices Connecting with the A/V connecting cable You can dub images played back on your camcorder to other recording devices, such as VCRs or DVD/HDD recorders. Connect the device in either of the following ways. Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 13). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected. Select beforehand the media which contains the image you want to dub (p. 20).
Notes To hide the screen indicators (such as a counter, etc.) on the screen of the monitor (HOME) device connected, touch (SETTINGS) [OUTPUT SETTINGS] [DISP OUTPUT] [LCD PANEL] (the default setting) (p. 67). To record the date/time and camera settings data, display them on the screen (p. 64).
3 Touch [ USB CONNECT] or [ USB CONNECT] according to the media on which the movie you want to dub is recorded. 4 Operate the device to be connected, and start recording. Editing For details, refer to the instruction manuals supplied with the device to be connected. 5 After dubbing is complete, touch [END] [YES], then disconnect the USB cable. Tips If the [USB SELECT] screen does not appear, (HOME) (OTHERS) [USB touch CONNECT].
Printing recorded still images (PictBridge compliant printer) You can print out still images using a PictBridge compliant printer, without connecting the camcorder to a computer. Connect your camcorder to the AC Adaptor to obtain power from the wall outlet (wall socket) (p. 13). Turn on the printer. Select beforehand the media which contains the still image you want to print (p. 20). To print still images on a “Memory Stick PRO Duo,” insert the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” containing them into your camcorder.
7 Touch [EXEC] [YES] . The still image selection screen appears again. To finish printing Touch on the screen in step 4. Tips PictBridge is an industry standard established by the Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA). You can print still images without using a computer by connecting a printer directly to a digital video camera or digital still camera, regardless of model or manufacturer. You can print a still image on the still image (OPTION) playback screen by touching tab [PRINT].
Utilizing recording media (MANAGE MEDIA) category Checking the media information This category enables you to use the hard disk or a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” for various purposes. You can check the remaining recordable time for each image quality of the media selected on [MOVIE MEDIA SET] (p. 20). Notes (MANAGE MEDIA) category Item list MOVIE MEDIA SET During Easy Handycam operation, media information cannot be checked. Cancel Easy Handycam operation to check.
Deleting all images (Formatting) Formatting deletes all the images to recover recordable free space. Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 13). Notes To avoid the loss of important images, you should save them (p. 37) before performing [MEDIA FORMAT]. While [MEDIA FORMAT] is activated, do not disconnect the AC Adaptor.
Preventing data on the hard disk of the camcorder from being recovered [ EMPTY] allows you to write unintelligible data onto the hard disk of the camcorder. In this way, it may become more difficult to recover any original data. When you dispose of or transfer the camcorder to others, it is recommended that you perform [ EMPTY]. 4 Press and hold the (back light) button for a few seconds. The [ EMPTY] screen appears. Notes If you perform [ EMPTY], all the images are deleted.
Repairing the image database file This function checks the management information and the consistency of movies/ still images in the media and repairs any inconsistencies found. Repairing of a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” and the hard disk are done separately. 1 Touch (HOME) (MANAGE MEDIA) [REPAIR IMG.DB F.] [HDD] or [MEMORY STICK]. 2 Touch [YES]. Utilizing recording media Your camcorder will check the management file. When mismatching is not found, touch to finish. 3 Touch [YES].
Customizing your camcorder What you can do with the the HOME MENU (SETTINGS) category of You can change the recording functions and the operating settings for your convenience. 3 Touch the desired setup item. Using the HOME MENU If the item is not on the screen, touch / to change the page. 1 Turn on your camcorder, then press (HOME). (HOME) 4 Touch the desired item. If the item is not on the screen, touch / to change the page.
List of the items (SETTINGS) category VIEW IMAGES SET (p. 64) Items Page DATA CODE 64 DISPLAY MOVIE SETTINGS (p. 58) Page REC MODE AUDIO MODE NIGHTSHOT LIGHT WIDE SELECT DIGITAL ZOOM STEADYSHOT AUTO SLW SHUTTR GUIDEFRAME ZEBRA 58 REMAINING SET FLASH MODE* FLASH LEVEL REDEYE REDUC FACE DETECTION 60 INDEX SET* CONVERSION LENS 61 58 59 59 59 59 59 60 60 60 63 63 61 61 PHOTO SETTINGS (p. 62) Items Page IMAGE SIZE* FILE NO.
MOVIE SETTINGS (Items for recording movies) Recordable time on “Memory Stick PRO Duo” (approx.) (min.) HQ Touch , then . If the item is not on the screen, touch to change the page. 512MB / How to set (HOME) menu page 56 (OPTION) menu page 71 The default settings are marked with . You can select a recording mode to record a movie with the image quality from 3 levels. HQ Records in high quality mode. (9M (HQ)) Records in standard quality mode.
NIGHTSHOT LIGHT When using either the NightShot (p. 28) or [SUPER NIGHTSHOT] (p. 76) function to record, you can record clearer images by setting [NIGHTSHOT LIGHT], which emits infrared light (invisible), to [ON] (the default setting). DIGITAL ZOOM You can select the maximum zoom level in case you want to zoom greater than optical zoom magnification (p. 27). Note that the image quality decreases when you use the digital zoom.
AUTO GUIDEFRAME Displays the remaining recording time of movies for about 8 seconds in the following situations. You can display the frame and check that the subject is horizontal or vertical by setting [GUIDEFRAME] to [ON]. The frame is not recorded. Press DISP/ BATT INFO to make the frame disappear. (The default setting is [OFF]). Tips Positioning the subject at the cross point of the guide frame makes a balanced composition.
ON[NO FRAMES] ( ) FLASH LEVEL Detects a face without showing a frame. The detected face image is optimized automatically. You can set this function when you use the built-in flash, or an external flash (optional) that is compatible you’re your camcorder. HIGH ( OFF Does not use [FACE DETECTION] function. ) Makes the flash level higher. NORMAL ( ) LOW ( ) Makes the flash level lower.
PHOTO SETTINGS (Items for recording still images) * The number of recordable still images shown is for the maximum image size of your camcorder. The actual number of recordable still images is displayed on the LCD screen during recording (p. 105). Notes Touch , then . If the item is not on the screen, touch to change the page. / How to set (HOME) menu page 56 (OPTION) menu page 71 The default settings are marked with . IMAGE SIZE 4.
GUIDEFRAME See page 60. ZEBRA See page 60. FLASH MODE See page 60. FLASH LEVEL See page 61. REDEYE REDUC See page 61. See page 61. CONVERSION LENS See page 61.
VIEW IMAGES SET (Items to customize the display) CAMERA DATA Movie Touch , then . If the item is not on the screen, touch to change the page. / How to set (HOME) menu page 56 (OPTION) menu page 71 Still image The default settings are marked with . DATA CODE During playback, displays the information (data code) recorded automatically at the time of recording. OFF Data code is not displayed. DATE/TIME Displays the date and time. CAMERA DATA Displays camera setting data.
DISPLAY You can select the number of thumbnails that appear on the [VISUAL INDEX] screen. Thumbnail Glossary (p. 107) ZOOM LINK Change the number of thumbnails (6 or 12) with the power zoom lever on your camcorder.* 6IMAGES Displays thumbnails of 6 images. 12IMAGES Displays thumbnails of 12 images. * You can operate with the zoom buttons on the LCD screen. Also, you can operate with the buttons on the Remote Commander.
SOUND/DISP SET (Items to adjust sound and the screen) LCD BL LEVEL (LCD backlight level) You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen’s backlight. Touch , then . If the item is not on the screen, touch to change the page. NORMAL Standard brightness. / BRIGHT Brightens the LCD screen. How to set Notes (HOME) menu page 56 (OPTION) menu page 71 The default settings are marked with . VOLUME Touch (p. 31).
OUTPUT SETTINGS (Items for when connecting other devices) Touch , then . If the item is not on the screen, touch to change the page. / How to set (HOME) menu page 56 (OPTION) menu page 71 The default settings are marked with . TV TYPE See page 36. DISP OUTPUT Shows displays such as the time code on the LCD screen. V-OUT/PANEL Shows displays such as the time code on the TV screen and the LCD screen.
CLOCK/ LANG (Items to set clock and language) Touch , then . If the item is not on the screen, touch to change the page. / How to set (HOME) menu page 56 (OPTION) menu page 71 CLOCK SET See page 17. AREA SET You can adjust a time difference without stopping the clock. / when Set your local area using using your camcorder in other time zones. Refer to the world time difference on page 91. SUMMERTIME You can change this setting without stopping the clock.
GENERAL SET (Other setup items) NEVER The camcorder is not automatically turned off. Notes Touch , then . If the item is not on the screen, touch to change the page. / QUICK ON STBY (Quick on standby) How to set (HOME) menu page 56 (OPTION) menu page 71 The default settings are marked with . DEMO MODE Tips The demonstration will be suspended in the following situations.
70 In a non-gravity situation, the drop sensor is activated. When you record images during activity such as roller-coasting or skydiving, you ) so that can set [DROP SENSOR] to [OFF] ( the drop sensor is not activated.
Activating functions using the The OPTION MENU appears just like the pop-up window that appears when you right-click the mouse on a computer. Various available functions are displayed. OPTION MENU Notes Using the OPTION MENU 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. The OPTION MENU cannot be used during Easy Handycam operation. 1 While using your camcorder, touch (OPTION) on the screen.
Recording items on the OPTION MENU Items tab FOCUS SPOT FOCUS TELE MACRO EXPOSURE SPOT METER SCENE SELECTION WHITE BAL. COLOR SLOW SHTR SUPER NIGHTSHOT tab FADER D.EFFECT PICT.
Functions set in the OPTION MENU Items you can set only on the OPTION MENU will be described below. The default settings are marked with . FOCUS SPOT FOCUS You can select and adjust the focal point to aim it at a subject not located at the center of the screen. You can adjust the focus manually. You can select this function also when you want to focus on a certain subject intentionally. Touch [MANUAL]. appears.
EXPOSURE SCENE SELECTION You can fix the brightness of an image manually. Adjust the brightness when the subject is too bright or too dark. You can record images effectively in various situations. AUTO Select to automatically record images effectively without the [SCENE SELECTION] function. TWILIGHT* ( Touch [MANUAL]. appears. Adjust the exposure by touching Touch . ) Select to maintain the darkening atmosphere of the distant surroundings in twilight scenes. / .
LANDSCAPE* ( ) Select to shoot distant subjects clearly. This setting also prevents your camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows between the camcorder and the subject. Notes If you set [SCENE SELECTION], [WHITE BAL.] setting is canceled. Even if you set [TWILIGHT PORT.] while (Still) lamp is lit, the setting changes to the (Movie) lamp lights up. [AUTO] once the WHITE BAL.
Notes Set [WHITE BAL.] to [AUTO] or adjust the color in [ONE PUSH] under white or cool white fluorescent lamps. When you select [ONE PUSH], keep framing is flashing quickly. white object while flashes slowly if [ONE PUSH] could not be set. When [ONE PUSH] was selected, if keeps , set [WHITE BAL.] flashing after touching to [AUTO]. When you set [WHITE BAL.], [SCENE SELECTION] is automatically set to [AUTO].
D.EFFECT (Digital effect) When you select [OLD MOVIE], appears and you can add an old movie effect to images. To cancel [D.EFFECT], touch [OFF]. PICT.EFFECT (Picture effect) You can add special effects to an image during recording. appears. OFF Does not use [PICT.EFFECT] function. SEPIA Images appear in sepia. B&W Images appear in black and white.
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 operation/Remote Commander.............. 78 Batteries/Power sources............................ 79 LCD screen................................................. 80 “Memory Stick PRO Duo”....................... 80 Recording.............................
The following menu items return to the default settings when you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) for more than 12 hours. [FLASH MODE] [FOCUS] [SPOT FOCUS] [EXPOSURE] [SPOT METER] [SCENE SELECTION] [WHITE BAL.] [MICREF LEVEL] [BLT-IN ZOOM MIC] [DROP SENSOR] [COLOR SLOW SHTR] [SUPER NIGHTSHOT] Even if you press EASY, menu settings do not switch to their defaults automatically. This is because the power has been turned on for a long time. This is not a malfunction.
Attach the battery pack to the camcorder correctly (p. 13). Connect the power cord (mains lead) to the wall outlet (wall socket) properly. The battery charge is completed (p. 13). Set the camcorder onto the Handycam Station securely (p. 13). The /CHG (charge) lamp flashes while the battery pack is being charged. Attach the battery pack to the camcorder correctly (p. 13). If the problem persists, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) and contact your Sony dealer.
The recording media is full. Delete unnecessary images (p. 38). Total number of movies or still images exceeds the recordable capacity of the media (p. 62, 92). Delete unnecessary images (p. 38). While [DROP SENSOR] (p. 69) is activated, you cannot record images. You cannot record images in sleep mode. Cancel QUICK ON (p. 27). Your camcorder is recording the image you have just shot onto the media. You cannot make a new recording during this period.
[STEADYSHOT] does not function. Set [STEADYSHOT] to [ON] (p. 59). [STEADYSHOT] may not be able to compensate for excessive vibrations. The subjects passing by in front of the lens very fast appear crooked. This is called the focal plane phenomenon. This is not a malfunction. Because of the way the image device (CMOS sensor) reads out image signals, the subjects passing by in front of the lens rapidly might appear crooked depending on the recording conditions.
“ ” is indicated on an image in the [VISUAL INDEX] screen. Loading of the data may have failed. It may be indicated correctly when you turn off the power and then turn it on again, or repeat removing and inserting the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” a couple of times. This may appear on still images recorded by other devices, edited on a computer, etc. The AC Adapter or the battery pack may have been removed from the camcorder while the ACCESS lamp was flashing just after recording finished.
Dubbing/Connecting to other devices You cannot hear the sound. The audio will not be output when you connect a device via the S VIDEO plug only. Connect the white and red plugs of the A/V connecting cable, too (p. 35).
Cannot use Because of following settings [FACE DETECTION] NightShot, [SMTH SLW REC], [DIGITAL ZOOM], [FOCUS], [SPOT FOCUS], [EXPOSURE], [SPOT METER], [TWILIGHT], [TWILIGHT PORT.], [CANDLE], [SUNRISE&SUNSET], [FIREWORKS], [LANDSCAPE], [SPOTLIGHT], [BEACH], [SNOW], [WHITE BAL.], [COLOR SLOW SHTR], [SUPER NIGHTSHOT], [D.EFFECT], [PICT.
Warning indicators and messages Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators If indicators appear on the LCD screen, check the following. If the problem persists even after you have tried a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
(Warning indicator pertaining to “Memory Stick PRO Duo”) Slow flashing Free space for recording images are running out. For the type of “Memory Stick” you can use with your camcorder, see page 2. No “Memory Stick PRO Duo” is inserted (p. 21). Fast flashing There are not enough free space for recording images. Delete unnecessary images, or format the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” after storing the images on other media (p. 37, 38, 53). The Image Database File is damaged (p. 55).
Data error. An error occurred during reading or writing the hard disk of the camcorder. This may occur when constant shock is applied to the camcorder. The Image Database File is damaged. Do you want to create a new file? The image database file is damaged. When you touch [YES], a new image database file is created. The old recorded images on the media cannot be played back (Image files are not damaged). If you execute [REPAIR IMG.DB F.
Cannot print. Check the printer. Turn off the printer and then on again, then remove the USB cable (supplied) and reconnect it. Other No further selection is possible. You can select only 100 images at one time for: dubbing movies copying still images deleting images printing still images Data protected. You tried to delete data protected on another device. Release the protection of the data on the device used to protect the data.
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 a PAL-system-based camcorder. If you want to view the playback image on a TV, it must be a PALsystem-based TV with an AUDIO/VIDEO input jack.
Setting to the local time You can easily set the clock to the local time by setting a time difference when using your camcorder abroad. Touch (HOME) (SETTINGS) [CLOCK/ LANG] [AREA SET] and [SUMMERTIME] (p. 17).
File/folder structure on the camcorder hard disk and “Memory Stick PRO Duo” The file/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 “PMB Guide,” then use the supplied application. * Only for hard disk Image management files When you delete the files, you cannot record/play back the images correctly.
Maintenance and precautions About the “Memory Stick” A “Memory Stick” is a compact, portable IC recording medium with a large data capacity. We do not guarantee the operation of all types of “Memory Stick” on your camcorder. (See the list below for more details.
Notes on using “Memory Stick Micro” To use a “Memory Stick Micro” with your camcorder, you need a Duo-sized M2 Adaptor. Insert the “Memory Stick Micro” into the Duosized M2 Adaptor, and then insert the adaptor into the Memory Stick Duo slot. If you insert a “Memory Stick Micro” into your camcorder without using a Duo-sized M2 Adaptor, you might not be able to remove it from your camcorder. Do not leave the “Memory Stick Micro” within the reach of small children. They might accidentally swallow it.
About the remaining battery time indicator When the power goes off even though the remaining battery time indicator indicates that the battery pack has enough power to operate, charge the battery pack fully again. Remaining battery time will be indicated correctly. Note, however, that the battery indication will not be restored if it is used in high temperatures for a long time, or if left in a fully charged state, or when the battery pack is frequently used.
When not using your camcorder for a long time Periodically turn it on and let it run such as by playing back or recording images for about 3 minutes. Use up the battery pack completely before storing it. Moisture condensation If your camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside your camcorder. This may cause a malfunction to your camcorder. If moisture condensation has occurred Leave your camcorder for about 1 hour without turning it on.
On handling the casing If the casing is soiled, clean the camcorder body with a soft cloth lightly moistened with water, and then wipe the casing with a dry soft cloth.
On trademarks “Handycam” and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. “Memory Stick,” “ ,” “Memory Stick Duo,” ,” “Memory Stick PRO “ ,” “Memory Duo,” “ Stick PRO-HG Duo,” “ ” “Memory Stick Micro,” “MagicGate,” ,” “MagicGate Memory “ Stick” and “MagicGate Memory Stick Duo” are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. “BIONZ” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
Quick Reference Identifying parts and controls The numbers in ( ) are reference pages. Power zoom lever (27, 33) PHOTO button (22, 26) QUICK ON button (27) /CHG (charge) lamp (13) ACCESS lamp (Hard disk) (25) DC IN jack (13) Hooks for a shoulder belt Attach a shoulder belt (optional).
Active Interface Shoe The Active 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 Shoe has a safety device for fixing the installed accessory securely. To connect an accessory, press down and push it to the end, and then tighten the screw.
Speaker For how to adjust the volume, see page 31. (VIEW IMAGES) button (23, 30) NIGHTSHOT switch (28) (HOME) button (10, 56) Zoom buttons (27, 33) START/STOP button (22, 25) RESET button Initializes all the settings, including the setting of the date and time.
Handycam Station: Flash Lens (Carl Zeiss Lens) (3) Interface connector Tripod receptacle Attach the tripod (optional: the length of the screw must be less than 5.5 mm (7/32 in.)) to the tripod receptacle using a tripod screw.
Remote Commander / / / / ENTER buttons When you press any button on the [VISUAL INDEX] screen or Playlist, the orange frame appears on the LCD screen. Select a desired button or an item with / / / , then press ENTER to enter. Notes Remove the insulation sheet before using the Remote Commander. Insulation sheet DATA CODE button (64) Displays the date and time or camera setting data of the recorded images when you press this during playback.
WARNING Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire. 104 When the lithium battery becomes weak, the operating distance of the Remote Commander may shorten, or the Remote Commander may not function properly. In this case, replace the battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
Indicators displayed during recording/playback Recording movies HOME button (9, 56) Remaining battery (approx.) (14) Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or [REC] (recording)) Recording mode (HQ/SP/LP) (58) The recording/playback media (20) Counter (hour/minute/second) Remaining recording time Recording still images OPTION button (71) FACE DETECTION (61) VIEW IMAGES button (23, 30) Face Index set (61) 5.
Indicators when you made changes Indicator Following indicators appear during recording/playback to indicate the settings of your camcorder.
Glossary 5.1ch surround sound A system that plays back sound on 6 speakers, 3 at the front (left, right and center) and 2 at the rear (right and left) with an additional low-pass subwoofer counted as a 0.1 channel for frequencies of 120 Hz or lower. Dolby Digital VBR VBR stands for Variable Bit Rate, the recording format for automatically controlling the bit rate (the volume of recording data in a given time segment) according to the scene being recorded.
Index Numeric 12IMAGES.............................. 65 16:9........................................... 36 16:9 WIDE............................... 59 CLOCK SET............................ 17 ERASE ALL............................. 46 COLOR SLOW SHTR (Color Slow Shutter).............. 76 EXPOSURE............................. 74 Connection Other devices.................. 47 21-pin adaptor........................ 36 Printer.............................. 50 4:3.......................................
HQ............................................ 58 I “Memory Stick PRO Duo” Number of recordable images .................................................. 62 Icon........ See Display indicators “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” .................................................. 93 Image management files........ 92 MICREF LEVEL..................... 77 IMAGE SIZE........................... 62 mirror mode............................ 29 INDOOR................................. 75 Moisture condensation..........
S TV color system...................... 90 Save........................................... 37 SCENE SELECTION............. 74 Self-diagnosis display............. 86 SELF-TIMER.......................... 77 SEPIA....................................... 77 SERIES..................................... 62 SETTINGS category............... 56 SIZE.......................................... 50 Slide show................................ 34 SLIDE SHOW SET................. 34 SMTH SLW REC.................... 29 SNOW...
