Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product DCR-SR85E Sony
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3-280-870- 11 (1) 2008 Sony Corporation Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide DCR-SR35E/SR36E/SR45E/SR46E/SR55E/ SR65E/SR75E/SR85E For details on the advanced operations, please refer to “Handycam Handbook” (PDF).
2 Read this rst Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. WARNING To reduce re or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine, re or the like.
3 negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of the battery. e recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources.
4 Note is equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. ese limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
5 terminal and may result in a malfunction of your camcorder. Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder. e hard disk of the camcorder may not be recognized, or recording or playback may not be possible. Do not use your camcorder in very loud areas.
6 On recording Before starting to record, test the recording function to make sure the image and sound are recorded without any problems. Compensation for failure or loss of recording cannot be provided, even if recording or playback is not possible due to a malfunction of the camcorder, recording media, etc.
7 Table of contents Read this rst ................................................. 2 Getting Started Step 1: Charging the battery pack .........8 Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time .................... 11 Changing the language setting .
8 Getting Started Step 1: Charging the battery pack DCR-SR55E/SR65E/SR75E/SR85E 4 DCR-SR35E/SR36E/SR45E/SR46E You can charge the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (H series) after attaching it to your camcorder. Notes Your camcorder operates only with an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (H series).
Getting Started 9 For DCR-SR35E/SR36E/SR45E/ SR46E: Connect the power cord (mains lead) to the AC Adaptor and the wall outlet (wall socket). e CHG (charge) lamp lights up and charging starts. e CHG (charge) lamp turns o when the battery is fully charged.
10 e available recording and playback time will be shorter depending on the conditions under which you use your camcorder. On the AC Adaptor Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately if any malfunction occurs while using your camcorder.
Getting Started 11 Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time 1 While pressing the green button, turn the POWER switch repeatedly in the direction of the arrow until the respective lamp lights up. (Movie): To record movies (Still): To record still images Go to step 3 when you turn on your camcorder for the rst time.
12 Step 3: 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. e default setting is hard disk for movies and still images.
Getting Started 13 2 If you have selected [MEMORY STICK] as the movie media, turn the POWER switch until the (Movie) lamp lights up. e [Create a new Image Database File.] screen appears on the LCD screen when you insert a new “Memory Stick PRO Duo.
14 Recording/Playback Recording e images are recorded on the media selected on the media setting (p. 12). e default setting is hard disk for both movies and still images. 1 Slide the LENS COVER switch to open. 2 Turn the POWER switch until the respective lamp lights up.
Recording/Playback 15 Playback You can play back images recorded on the media selected in the media setting (p. 12). e default setting is the hard disk. 1 Turn the POWER switch to turn on your camcorder. 2 Press the (VIEW IMAGES) (or ) button.
16 To adjust the volume of movies When playing back a movie, touch (OPTION) tab [VOLUME], then adjust the volume with / . Tips appears with the image on each of the tab that was lastly played back/recorded. When you touch image marked with , you can play it back from the point you have stopped previously.
Recording/Playback 17 Other parts and functions of the camcorder Buttons, jacks, etc., which are not explained in other chapters, are explained here. Recording/Playback Power zoom lever Move the power zoom lever slightly for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom.
18 of the settings are set automatically for easy recording/playback. To cancel, press EASY again. NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch Set the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch to ON ( appears) to record in dark places. QUICK ON button e QUICK ON lamp ashes and your camcorder goes to power saving mode (sleep mode).
Recording/Playback 19 Indicators displayed during recording/playback Recording movies Recording still images Viewing movies Viewing still images HOME button Remaining battery (approx.
20 Indicators when you made changes Following indicators appear during recording/playback to indicate the settings of your camcorder. Upper left Indicator Meaning Self-timer recording Flash/REDEYE RED.
Recording/Playback 21 Performing various functions - “ HOME” and “ OPTION” You can display the menu screen by pressing (HOME) (or )/ (OPTION). For details on the menu items, see “Handycam Handbook” (PDF) (p. 25). Using the HOME MENU You can change the operating settings for your convenience.
22 Items of the HOME MENU (CAMERA) category MOVIE* 1 PHOTO* 1 (VIEW IMAGES) category VISUAL INDEX* 1 INDEX* 1 INDEX* 1 PLAYLIST (OTHERS) category DELETE* 1 [ DELETE], [ DELETE] PHOTO CAPTURE MOVIE DUB.
Recording/Playback 23 Items of the OPTION MENU Items you can set only on the OPTION MENU will be described below. tab [FOCUS], [SPOT FOCUS], [TELE MACRO], [EXPOSURE], [SPOT METER], [SCENE SELECTION], [WHITE BAL.], [COLOR SLOW SHTR], [S. NIGHTSHOT PLS] tab [FADER], [D.
24 Tips You can dub movies or copy still images from the hard disk to a “Memory Stick PRO Duo.” Touch (HOME) (OTHERS) [ MOVIE DUB]/[PHOTO COPY]. Deleting images Select the media which contains the images you want to delete before the operation (p.
Enjoying with a computer 25 Enjoying with a computer Performing with a computer Handbook/software to be installed “Handycam Handbook” (PDF) “Handycam Handbook” (PDF) explains in detail about your camcorder and its practical use. “Picture Motion Browser” (only for Windows users) “Picture Motion Browser” is the supplied soware.
26 CPU: Intel Pentium III 1 GHz or faster Memory: 256 MB or more Hard disk: Disk volume required for installation: Approximately 500 MB (5 GB or more may be necessary when creating DVD-Videos.) Display: Minimum 1,024 × 768 dots Others: USB port (this must be provided as standard, Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.
Enjoying with a computer 27 [Install]. Notes Even if a screen prompting you to restart your computer appears, you do not need to restart it at this time. Restart your computer aer completing the installation. It may take some time for the authentication.
28 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.
Troubleshooting 29 your computer. Your camcorder is not recognized by the computer. Disconnect devices from the USB jack of the computer other than the keyboard, mouse, and your camcorder.
30 Indicators/Messages Causes/Solutions Access to the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” was restricted on another device. ere is something wrong with the ash. (DCR-SR55E/SR65E/ SR75E/SR85E) e amount of light is not sucient, so camera-shake easily occurs.
Additional Information 31 Additional Information Precautions 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.
32 About care and storage of the lens Wipe the surface of the lens clean with a so cloth in the following instances: When there are ngerprints on the lens surface. In hot or humid locations. When the lens is exposed to salty air such as at the seaside.
Additional Information 33 Specications System Video compression format: MPEG2/JPEG (Still images) Audio compression format: Dolby Digital 2ch Dolby Digital Stereo Creator Video signal: PAL color, C.
34 General Power requirements: 6.8 V/7.2 V (battery pack) 8.4 V (AC Adaptor) Average power consumption: During camera recording with normal brightness.
35 On trademarks “Handycam” and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. “Memory Stick,” “ ,” “Memory Stick Duo,” “ ,” “Memory Stick PRO Duo,” “ ,” “Memory .
Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. http://www.sony.net/ Printed in Japan GB.
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