Sony SR200 - Manuals

6 Battery pack This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.This Class ...

7 • The camcorder is not dustproofed, dripproofed or waterproofed. See “Precautions” (p.34). • To prevent the hard disk from being broken or recorded images from being lost, do not do the following when either of the respective lamps of the POWER switch (p.13) or the access lamp * is on: – to remove...

8 Table of Contents IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ................................................................... 2 Read this first ............................................................................................ 4 Notes on use ....................................................................

9 Gett in g S ta rte d Make sure that you have the following itemssupplied with your camcorder.The number in the parentheses indicates thenumber of that item supplied. AC Adaptor (1) (p.11) Power cord (1) (p.11) Handycam Station (1) (p.11) A/V connecting cable (1) (p.25) USB cable (1) (p.27) Wireles...

11 Gett in g S ta rte d You can charge the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (H series) after attaching it to your camcorder. • Your camcorder operates only with an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (H series). 1 Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction of the arrow until it clicks. 2 Turn the POWER...

13 Gett in g S ta rte d 1 While pressing the green button, turn the POWER switch repeatedly in the direction of the arrow until the respective lamp lights up. When you record or play back an image, turn the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow repeatedly until the respective lamp lights up. (M...

14 1 Adjust the LCD panel. Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder ( 1 ), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play ( 2 ). 2 Turn the POWER switch to turn on your camcorder. 3 Press WIDE SELECT repeatedly to select the desired screen aspect ratio (except for DCR-SR42). 4 Fasten the g...

15 R e co rd in g /P layback 1 Slide the lens cover switch to open (DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82). • For DCR-SR200/SR300, the lens cover opens and closes automatically. 2 Turn the POWER switch until the respective lamp lights up. Press the green button only when the POWER switch is in the OFF (CHG) position. ...

16 • You can check the free hard disk space by touching (HOME) t (MANAGE HDD/MEMORY) t [ INFO]. • If the ACCESS lamp is lit or flashing after recording is finished, 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 d...

17 R e co rd in g /P layback 1 Turn the POWER switch to turn on your camcorder. 2 Press (VIEW IMAGES) A (or B ) button. The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the LCD screen. (It may take some time to display the thumbnails.) 3 Start playback. Playback Movies Still Images Touch the tab, and the movie to...

18 To adjust the sound volume of movies When playing back a movie, touch (OPTION) t tab t [VOLUME], then adjust the volume with / . • When playback from the selected movie reaches the last movie, the screen returns to the VISUAL INDEX screen. • Touch / during pause to play back movie slowly. • One t...

19 R e co rd in g /P layback 1 Power zoom lever To use zoom, move the power zoom lever. Move the power zoom lever slightly for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom. 2 NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch * 1 To record in dark places, set the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch to ON. ( appears.) 6 Built-in microphon...

21 R e co rd in g /P layback ws DISC BURN button Create a DVD by connecting the camcorder to a computer. For details, see “Handycam Handbook” (PDF). wd (USB) jack Connect with the USB cable. * 1 DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 * 2 DCR-SR200/SR300 * 3 Except for DCR-SR42 * 4 For DCR-SR42, the position of the butt...

22 Indicators displayed during recording/playback Recording movies Recording still images Viewing movies Viewing still images 1 Recording mode (HQ / SP / LP) 2 HOME button 3 Remaining battery (approx.) 4 Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or [REC] (recording)) 5 Counter (hour/minute/second) 6 OPTION...

23 R e co rd in g /P layback Following indicators appear during recording/playback to indicate the settings of your camcorder. Upper left Upper right Center Bottom * 1 DCR-SR200/SR300 * 2 DCR-SR42 * 3 DCR-SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300 * 4 DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 • The recording date and time is recorded automati...

24 Recorded images are stored on the internal hard disk of your camcorder. Due to the limited capacity of the internal hard disk, 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. ...

26 In the supplied CD-ROM, “Handycam Handbook” (PDF) and “Picture Motion Browser” (Software) are contained.On the advanced use of your camcorder or how to use connecting to your computer, see “Handycam Handbook” (PDF).By using “Picture Motion Browser,” you can enjoy the following operations: – Creat...

27 R e co rd in g /P layback Hard disk: Available free hard disk space for installation required: Approximately 600 MB (for creating a DVD, 5 GB or more may be required) Display: DirectX 7 or later-compatible video card, Minimum 1024 × 768 dots, High Color (16 bit color) Others: USB port (this must ...

28 q; Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software.Depending on the computer, you may need to install third party software (shown below). If the installation screen appears, follow the instructions to install the required software. – Windows Media Format 9 Series Runtime (Windows 2000 o...

29 R e co rd in g /P layback 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.To apply the option, touch [YES]. The OPTION MENU appears just like the pop-up window that appears wh...

31 Tr oub le sho o ting 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 initia...

32 Menu items are grayed out. • There are some functions you cannot activate simultaneously. For details, see “Handycam Handbook” (PDF). Lights appear on the screen even if the lens cover is closed (DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82). • When you turn on your camcorder while the lens cover is closed, lights through...

34 On use and care • Do not use or store the camcorder and accessories in the following locations: – Anywhere extremely hot, cold or humid. Never leave them exposed to temperatures above 60°C (140°F), such as under direct sunlight, near heaters or in a car parked in the sun. They may malfunction or ...

35 Addi tional I n fo rmat io n About care and storage of the lens • Wipe the surface of the lens clean with a soft cloth in the following instances: – When there are fingerprints on the lens surface.– In hot or humid locations– When the lens is exposed to salty air such as at the seaside. • Store i...

37 Addi tional I n fo rmat io n DCR-SR200/SR300 1.5 lx (lux) (when [AUTO SLW SHUTTR] is set to [ON], Shutter speed 1/30 second)0 lx (lux) (during NightShot function) * 1 “Exif” is a file format for still images, established by the JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Associ...

39 Addi tional I n fo rmat io n On trademarks • “Handycam” and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • “Memory Stick,” “ ,” “Memory Stick Duo,” “ ,” “Memory Stick PRO Duo,” “ ,” “MagicGate,” “ ,” “MagicGate Memory Stick” and “MagicGate Memory Stick Duo” are trademarks of Sony Corporation. •...

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