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- Page 1 Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Handycam Handbook HDR-TG1 © 2008 Sony Corporation 3-288-518-12(1) Enjoying Your Camcorder Getting Started Recording/Playback 22 Editing Utilizing Media Customizing Your Camcorder Troubleshooting Additional Information Quick Reference...
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Page 2: Read This Before Operating Your Camcorder
Before operating the unit, please read this Handbook thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Notes on use On “Handycam Handbook” (this book) 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 a computer Refer to “PMB Guide”... - Page 3 • If you close the LCD panel when your camcorder is connected to other devices with the USB cable, the recorded images may be lost. • When connecting your camcorder to another device with a cable, be sure to insert the connector plug in the correct way.
- Page 4 About the Carl Zeiss lens Your camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens, which was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. It adopts the MTF measurement system for video cameras and offers a quality typical of a Carl Zeiss lens.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Read this before operating your camcorder ...2 Subject examples and solutions ...7 Enjoying Your Camcorder Operation flow ...8 “ HOME” and “ OPTION” - Taking advantage of two types of menus ...11 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items ...14 Step 2: Charging the battery pack ...15 Step 3: Turning the power on and... - Page 6 MOVIE SETTINGS ... 62 (Items for recording movies) PHOTO SETTINGS ... 66 (Items for recording still images) VIEW IMAGES SET ... 67 (Items to customize the display) SOUND/DISP SET ... 68 (Items to adjust the sound and the screen) OUTPUT SETTINGS ... 69 (Items for when connecting other devices) CLOCK/...
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Page 7: Subject Examples And Solutions
Subject examples and solutions Checking your golf swing B SMTH SLW REC ...30 Capturing still images during movie recording B Dual Rec ...29 Flowers in close- B PORTRAIT ...76 B FOCUS ...74 B TELE MACRO...74 Focusing on the dog on the left side of the screen B FOCUS ...74 B SPOT FOCUS ...74... -
Page 8: Enjoying Your Camcorder
Enjoying Your Camcorder Operation flow B Get ready (p. 14). • On the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” you can use with your camcorder, see page 2. • Your camcorder turns on when you open the LCD panel (p. 18). B Record using your camcorder (p. 26). Recording with HD (high definition) image quality •... - Page 9 B Play back the images from the Memory Stick slot of AVCHD format compatible devices. You can play images saved on a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” inserted into the Memory Stick slot of AVCHD format compatible devices, such as a PLAYSTATION®3* VAIO* The PLAYSTATION®3 may not be available in some countries/ regions.
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Page 10: Expected Recording Time Of Movies
(standard quality) SD 3M (LP) (long play) • When using a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” made by Sony Corporation. z Tips • Figures such as 16M in the table show the average bit rate. M stands for Mbps. • For the recordable number of still images, see page 66. -
Page 11: Home" And " - Taking Advantage Of Two Types Of Menus
“ HOME” and “ - Taking advantage of two types of menus “ HOME MENU” - the starting point for operations with your camcorder Category Categories and items of the HOME MENU (CAMERA) category Item MOVIE* PHOTO* SMTH SLW REC (VIEW IMAGES) category Item VISUAL INDEX*... - Page 12 Using the HOME MENU Open the LCD panel to turn on your camcorder. Touch (HOME). (HOME) Touch the desired category. Example: (OTHERS) category Touch the desired item. Example: [EDIT] Follow the guide on the screen for further operation. To hide the HOME MENU screen Touch When you want to know something about the function of each item on...
- Page 13 Touch the item you want to learn more about. 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.
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Page 14: Getting Started
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. “Memory Stick PRO Duo” 4 GB (1) (p. 21) AC Adaptor (1) (p. -
Page 15: Step 2: Charging The Battery Pack
Step 2: Charging the battery pack POWER button /CHG (charge) lamp DC IN jack DC plug You can charge the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack NP-FH50 (p. 93) after attaching it to your camcorder. b Notes • You cannot attach any “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack other than NP-FH50 to your camcorder. - Page 16 b Notes • You cannot charge the battery pack while the QUICK ON lamp is flashing. When the QUICK ON lamp is flashing, press POWER to turn off your camcorder. Make sure the QUICK ON lamp is not flashing before charging the battery pack.
- Page 17 To use a power source from a wall outlet (wall socket) Make the same connections as you do when charging the battery pack. The battery pack will not lose its charge in this case. To check the remaining battery (Battery Info) After opening the LCD panel, press POWER to turn off your camcorder, then press DISP/BATT INFO.
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Page 18: Step 3: Turning The Power On And Adjusting The Lcd Panel
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 recording and playback time will be shorter when you use your camcorder in low temperatures. -
Page 19: Step 4: Setting The Date And Time
To turn off the LCD backlight to make the battery last longer Press and hold DISP/BATT INFO for a few seconds until appears. This setting is practical when you use your camcorder in bright conditions or you want to save battery power. The recorded image will not be affected by the setting. -
Page 20: Changing The Language Setting
Touch (HOME) t (SETTINGS) t [CLOCK/ LANG] t [CLOCK SET]. The [CLOCK SET] screen appears. Select the desired geographical area with , then touch [NEXT]. Set [DST SET] or [SUMMERTIME], then touch [NEXT]. Set [Y] (year) with Select [M] with the month with Set [D] (day), hour and minute in the same way, then touch [NEXT]. -
Page 21: Step 5: Inserting A "Memory Stick Pro Duo
Step 5: Inserting a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” See page 2 on the “Memory Stick” you can use with your camcorder. z Tips • See following pages on the recordable time of movies and recordable number of still images. – Movies (p. 10) –... -
Page 22: Recording/Playback
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 operation without detailed settings. It also makes the screen font size larger for easy viewing. Recording movies Open the LCD panel to turn on the... -
Page 23: Playing Back Recorded Movies/Still Images
b Notes • If you close the LCD panel during recording, the recording will be stopped. z Tips • During Easy Handycam operation, faces are detected with frames ([FACE DETECTION], p. 65). Playing back recorded movies/still images Open the LCD panel to turn on your camcorder. Touch (VIEW IMAGES) B. - Page 24 Start playback. Movies: Touch the Return (to the VISUAL INDEX screen) Beginning of the movie/previous movie Stop (go to the VISUAL INDEX screen) * The setting of [DATA CODE] is fixed to [DATE/TIME] (p. 67). z Tips • When playback from the selected movie reaches the last movie, the screen returns to the VISUAL INDEX screen.
- Page 25 To cancel Easy Handycam operation Press EASY E again. disappears from the LCD screen. Menu settings during Easy Handycam operation (HOME) A to display the menu Touch items available for setup changes (p. 11, 60). b Notes • Most of the menu items automatically return to the default settings.
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Page 26: Recording
Recording Lens cover Opens automatically when the power is switched on. (HOME) b Notes • If the access lamp is lit or flashing after recording is finished, it means data is still being written onto the “Memory Stick PRO Duo.” Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder, and do not remove the battery or AC Adaptor. - Page 27 Recording movies Open the LCD panel to turn on the (Movie) lamp. Press START/STOP B. [STBY] t [REC] To stop recording, press START/STOP B again. The “White circular spots” on still images This is caused by particles (dust, pollen, etc.) floating close to the lens. When they are accentuated by the camcorder’s flash, they appear as white circular spots.
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Page 28: Zooming
Zooming You can magnify images up to 10 times the original size with the power zoom lever. Wider range of view: (Wide angle) Close view: (Telephoto) Move the power zoom lever slightly for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom. -
Page 29: Starting Shooting Quickly (Quick On)
Starting shooting quickly (QUICK ON) QUICK ON lamp When you close the LCD panel, the camcorder goes to sleep mode (power saving mode) instead of turning off. The QUICK ON lamp keeps flashing during sleep mode. Open the LCD panel again to start recording next time. -
Page 30: Recording The Fast Action In Slow-Motion (Smth Slw Rec)
Recording the fast action in slow-motion (SMTH SLW REC) Fast moving subjects and actions, which cannot be captured under the ordinary shooting conditions, can be shot in smooth moving slow-motion for about 3 seconds. This is useful to shoot fast actions such as a golf or tennis swing. -
Page 31: Playback
Recording/Playback Playback Lens cover Closes when the INDEX screen appears. (HOME) A (VIEW IMAGES) B b Notes • If you close the LCD panel while the index screen is displayed or while playing back the images, the camcorder turns off. Open the LCD panel to turn on your camcorder. -
Page 32: Playing Movies
:Goes to the Film Roll Index screen (p. 34). :Goes to the Face Index screen (p. 34). :Displays movies with HD (high definition) image quality.* :Displays still images. appears when you select the movie with SD (standard definition) image quality in SET] (p. - Page 33 Viewing still images Touch the tab, then select the desired still image to play back. Return (to the VISUAL INDEX screen) Slide show (p. 36) Goes to the VISUAL INDEX (OPTION) screen Previous/Next To adjust the sound volume (OPTION) t tab t [VOLUME], then adjust the volume with Touch z Tips...
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Page 34: Searching For Desired Scene By Pinpoint (Film Roll 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. Turn on the camcorder, and touch (VIEW IMAGES). -
Page 35: Searching For Desired Images By Date (Date Index)
z Tips • You can display the [Face Index] screen by (HOME) t touching IMAGES) t [ INDEX]. Searching for desired images by date (Date Index) You can search for desired movies by date efficiently. b Notes • You cannot use the Date Index function for still images. -
Page 36: Playing Back A Series Of Still Images (Slide Show)
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. Touch to stop the slide show. To restart, touch again. b Notes • You cannot operate playback zoom during slide show. -
Page 37: Playing The Image On A Tv
Playing the image on a TV Connection methods and quality of the image viewed on the TV screen differ depending on what type of TV is connected, and the connectors used. Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power source (p. 15). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the device to be connected. - Page 38 Selecting the most advantageous connection - [TV CONNECT Guide] Your camcorder will advise you of the most advantageous way of connecting your TV. Turn on your camcorder, and touch (HOME) t (OTHERS) t [TV CONNECT Guide]. If the item is not on the screen, touch to change the page.
- Page 39 Connecting to a high definition TV Images recorded with HD (high definition) image quality are played back with HD (high definition) image quality. Images recorded with SD (standard definition) image quality are played back with SD (standard definition) image quality. Type Camcorder Component A/V cable...
- Page 40 Type Camcorder HDMI cable (optional) • Use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo. • Use an HDMI mini Connector on one end (for the camcorder), and a plug suitable for connection to your TV on the other end. • Images are not output from the HDMI OUT jack of your camcorder, if copyright protection signals are recorded in the images.
- Page 41 Type Camcorder Component A/V cable (supplied) • If you connect only component video, audio signals are not output. Connect the white and red plugs to output audio signals. A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO (optional) • When the S VIDEO plug (S VIDEO channel) is connected, audio signals are not output. To output audio signals, connect the white and red plugs to the audio input jack of your TV.
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Page 42: Using "Bravia" Sync
“PhotoTV HD.” “PhotoTV HD” allows for highly-detailed, photo-like depiction of subtle textures and colors. By connecting Sony’s PhotoTV HD-compatible devices using an HDMI cable* or a component A/V cable**, a whole new world of photos can be enjoyed in breathtaking full HD quality. - Page 43 b Notes • To set your camcorder, touch (SETTINGS) t [GENERAL SET] t [CTRL FOR HDMI] t [ON] (the default setting). • Also set your TV. Refer to the instruction manual of the TV for details. z Tips • If you turn off the TV, your camcorder is turned off simultaneously.
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Page 44: Saving Images
Saving images Recorded images are stored on the “Memory Stick PRO Duo.” Due to the limited capacity of the “Memory Stick PRO Duo,” 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. -
Page 45: Editing
Editing (OTHERS) category This category enables you to edit the images on the “Memory Stick PRO Duo.” Also, you can enjoy your camcorder by connecting to other devices. (OTHERS) category b Notes • If you close the LCD panel while editing images or while the USB cable is connected with other devices, the camcorder turns off. -
Page 46: Deleting Images
Deleting images You can delete images recorded on the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” using your camcorder. b Notes • You cannot restore images once they are deleted. • Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor, or eject “Memory Stick PRO Duo” from your camcorder while deleting the images. -
Page 47: Capturing A Still Image From A Movie
b Notes • If the deleted movie is included in the Playlist (p. 49), the movie added to the Playlist is deleted also from the Playlist. Deleting still images (HOME) t Touch (OTHERS) t [DELETE]. Touch [ DELETE]. Touch [ DELETE]. -
Page 48: Dividing A Movie
b Notes • The image size is fixed depending on the image quality of the movie: – [ 2.1M] with HD (high definition) image quality – [ 0.2M] in 16:9 (wide) with SD (standard definition) image quality – [VGA (0.3M)] in 4:3 with SD (standard definition) image quality •... -
Page 49: Creating The Playlist
• Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor, or eject the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” from your camcorder while dividing the movie. It may damage the “Memory Stick PRO Duo.” • If you divide the original movie, the movie added to the Playlist will also be divided. -
Page 50: Playing The Playlist
To add all the movies recorded on the same day at one time 1 In step 2, touch [ ADD by date]. The recording dates of movies are displayed on the screen. 2 Touch to select the recording date of the desired movie. 3 Touch while the selected recording date is highlighted. - Page 51 Press and hold the movie on the LCD screen to confirm the movie. Touch to return to the previous screen. 4 Touch t [YES] t z Tips • The original scenes are not changed even if you erase the scenes from the Playlist. To change the order within the Playlist (HOME) t 1 Touch...
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Page 52: Dubbing To Other Devices
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. - Page 53 b Notes • You cannot dub to recorders connected with an HDMI cable. • To hide the screen indicators (such as a counter, etc.) on the screen of the monitor device connected, touch (HOME) t (SETTINGS) t [OUTPUT SETTINGS] t [DISP OUTPUT] t [LCD PANEL] (the default setting) on the HOME MENU (p.
- Page 54 Set the camcorder onto the Handycam Station or attach the Dedicated USB Terminal Adaptor to the camcorder securely, then turn on your camcorder. Connect the (USB) jack of the Handycam Station or the Dedicated USB Terminal Adaptor and a DVD writer, etc., with the supplied USB cable (p.
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Page 55: Printing Recorded Images (Pictbridge Compliant Printer)
Printing recorded 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. 15). Turn on the printer. Insert the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”... - Page 56 • Refer also to the instruction manual of the printer to be used. • Do not attempt the following operations when is on the screen. The operations may not be performed properly. – Close the LCD panel – Press POWER –...
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Page 57: Utilizing Media
Utilizing Media (MANAGE MEDIA) category This category enables you to use the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” for various purposes. (MANAGE MEDIA) category Item list You can select the image quality for movies (p. 57). MEDIA INFO You can display the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”... -
Page 58: Checking The "Memory Stick Pro Duo" Information
Checking the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” information You can check the remaining recordable time for each [REC MODE] (p. 62), and the approximate free and used space of the “Memory Stick PRO Duo.” b Notes • During Easy Handycam operation, you cannot check the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”... -
Page 59: Repairing The Image Database File
• Do not attempt the following operations when [Executing...] is on the screen: – Close the LCD panel – Operate the (Movie)/ (Still) select switch or buttons – Eject the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” • While [MEDIA FORMAT] is activated, do not disconnect the AC Adaptor. -
Page 60: Customizing Your Camcorder
Customizing Your Camcorder What you can do with the category of the You can change the recording functions and the operating settings for your convenience. Using the HOME MENU Open the LCD panel to turn on your camcorder, then touch (HOME). -
Page 61: List Of The (Settings) Category
List of the (SETTINGS) category items MOVIE SETTINGS (p. 62) Items REC MODE AUDIO MODE WIDE SELECT DIGITAL ZOOM STEADYSHOT AUTO SLW SHUTTR X.V.COLOR GUIDEFRAME ZEBRA REMAINING SET SUB-T DATE FLASH MODE* FLASH LEVEL REDEYE REDUC FACE DETECTION INDEX SET* PHOTO SETTINGS (p. -
Page 62: Movie Settings
MOVIE SETTINGS (Items for recording movies) Touch 1, then 2. If the item is not on the screen, touch to change the page. How to set (HOME MENU) t page 60 (OPTION MENU) t page 72 The default settings are marked with B. REC MODE You can select a recording quality to record a movie. -
Page 63: Digital Zoom
b Notes • Set [TV TYPE] correctly according to the TV connected for playback (p. 69). DIGITAL ZOOM You can select the maximum zoom level in case you want to zoom to a level greater than 10 × during recording. Note that the image quality decreases when you use the digital zoom. -
Page 64: Flash Mode
The zebra pattern appears at a screen brightness level of about 100 IRE or higher. b Notes • Portions of the screen where brightness is about 100 IRE or above may appear overexposed. z Tips • IRE represents the unit of images brightness amplitude. - Page 65 REDEYE REDUC You can set this function when you record still images using the built-in flash. When you set [REDEYE REDUC] to [ON], then set [FLASH MODE] to [AUTO] or [ON], appears. You can prevent redeye by activating the pre-flash before the flash flashes.
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Page 66: Photo Settings
Sony Corporation. The number of recordable still images varies depending on the recording conditions or type of “Memory Stick.” • The unique pixel array of Sony’s ClearVid CMOS sensor and image processing system (BIONZ) allows for still image resolution equivalent to the sizes described. -
Page 67: View Images Set
GUIDEFRAME See page 63. ZEBRA See page 63. FLASH MODE See page 64. FLASH LEVEL See page 64. REDEYE REDUC See page 65. FACE DETECTION See page 65. VIEW IMAGES SET (Items to customize the display) Touch 1, then 2. If the item is not on the screen, touch to change the page. -
Page 68: Sound/Disp Set
CAMERA DATA Movie Still image C SteadyShot off D Brightness E White balance F Gain G Shutter speed H Aperture value I Exposure z Tips • appears for an image recorded using a flash. • The data code is displayed on the TV screen if you connect your camcorder to a TV. -
Page 69: (Items To Adjust The Sound And The Screen) Output Settings
LCD BL LEVEL You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen’s backlight. B NORMAL Standard brightness. BRIGHT Brightens the LCD screen. b Notes • When you connect your camcorder to outside power sources, [BRIGHT] is automatically selected for the setting. •... -
Page 70: (Items For When Connecting Other Devices) Clock/ Lang
• When you connect your camcorder to a TV compatible with the ID-1/ID-2 system, set [TV TYPE] to [16:9]. The TV switches to full mode automatically. Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with your TV. DISP OUTPUT B LCD PANEL Shows displays such as the time code on the LCD screen. -
Page 71: (Items To Set Clock And Language) General Set
GENERAL SET (Other setup items) Touch 1, then 2. If the item is not on the screen, touch to change the page. How to set (HOME MENU) t page 60 (OPTION MENU) t page 72 The default settings are marked with B. DEMO MODE The default setting is [ON], allowing you to view the demonstration in about 10... -
Page 72: Activating Functions Using The
Activating functions using 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. Using the OPTION MENU While using your camcorder, touch (OPTION) on the screen. (OPTION) Touch the desired item. -
Page 73: Recording Items On The Option Menu
Recording items on the OPTION MENU Items FOCUS – SPOT FOCUS – TELE MACRO – EXPOSURE – SPOT METER – SCENE SELECTION – WHITE BAL. – COLOR SLOW SHTR – FADER – D.EFFECT – PICT.EFFECT – REC MODE BLT-IN ZOOM MIC –... -
Page 74: Functions Set In The Option Menu
Functions set in the Items you can set only on the MENU will be described below. The default settings are marked with B. FOCUS You can adjust the focus manually. You can select this function also when you want to focus on a certain subject intentionally. - Page 75 EXPOSURE You can fix the brightness of a picture manually. Adjust the brightness when the subject is too bright or too dark. 1 Touch [MANUAL]. appears. 2 Adjust the exposure by touching 3 Touch To return the setting to automatic exposure, touch [AUTO] t in step 1.
- Page 76 LANDSCAPE*( Select to shoot distant subjects clearly. This setting also prevents your camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows that comes in between the camcorder and the subject. PORTRAIT (Soft portrait) ( Select to bring out the subject such as people or flowers while creating a soft background.
- Page 77 b 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 white objects while is flashing quickly. • flashes slowly if [ONE PUSH] could not be set.
- Page 78 PASTEL Images appear as a pale pastel drawing. BLT-IN ZOOM MIC (Built- in zoom microphone) When you set [BLT-IN ZOOM MIC] to [ON] ( ), you can record a movie with directional sound as you move the power zoom lever (The default setting is [OFF]). MICREF LEVEL (Microphone reference level)
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Page 79: 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...79 • Batteries/Power sources ...80 • LCD screen...80 •... -
Page 80: Lcd Screen
• Insert the battery pack into the camcorder correctly (p. 15). If the problem persists, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) and contact your Sony dealer. The battery pack may be damaged. The remaining battery time indicator does not indicate the correct time. - Page 81 The buttons on the touch panel do not work correctly or do not work at all. • Adjust the touch panel ([CALIBRATION], p. 96). “Memory Stick PRO Duo” You cannot operate functions using the “Memory Stick PRO Duo.” • If you use a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” formatted on a computer, format it again on your camcorder (p.
- Page 82 The actual recording time for movie is less than the expected approximate recording time of the “Memory Stick PRO Duo.” • Depending on the recording conditions, the time available for recording may be shorter, for example when recording a fast moving object, etc.
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Page 83: Playing Back Images
Playing back images An image cannot be found for playback. • Select the image quality of a movie you want to play back by touching (HOME) t (MANAGE MEDIA) t SET] (p. 57). Images cannot be played back. • Images cannot be played back if you have modified files or folders, or have edited the data on a computer. - Page 84 Viewing on the TV You cannot view the image or hear the sound on the TV. • When you are using the component A/V cable, set [COMPONENT] according to the requirements of the connected device (p. 70). • When you are using the component video plug, make sure the red and white plugs of the A/V connecting cable are connected (p.
- Page 85 Because of following Cannot use settings [WIDE SELECT] [OLD MOVIE] [FACE [SMTH SLW REC], DETECTION] [FOCUS], [SPOT FOCUS], [EXPOSURE], [SPOT METER], [COLOR SLOW SHTR], [D.EFFECT], [PICT.EFFECT], [WHITE BAL.], [DIGITAL ZOOM], [TWILIGHT]/ [TWILIGHT PORT.]/ [CANDLE]/ [SUNRISE&SUNSET]/ [FIREWORKS]/ [LANDSCAPE]/ [SPOTLIGHT]/ [BEACH]/[SNOW] in [SCENE SELECTION] [MICREF [BLT-IN ZOOM MIC]...
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Page 86: Warning Indicators And Messages
If indicators appear on the LCD screen, check the following. You can fix some symptoms 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 •... - Page 87 • Use the recommended “Memory Stick” (p. 2). This Memory Stick may not be able to record or play images correctly. • Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Do not eject the Memory Stick during writing. Data may be damaged.
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Page 88: Pictbridge Compliant Printer
The Image Database File is damaged. Do you want to create a new file? HD movie management information is damaged. Create new information? • The image management file is damaged. When you touch [YES], a new image management file is created. The old recorded images on the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”... -
Page 89: Additional Information
Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad Power supply You can use your camcorder in any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder within the AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz range. Use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet (wall socket) [b]. -
Page 90: World Time Difference
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 [AREA SET] and [DST SET] or [SUMMERTIME] (p. 70). World time difference Time-zone Area setting differences Lisbon, London +01:00... -
Page 91: Files/Folder Structure On The "Memory Stick Pro Duo
Stick PRO Duo” in the camcorder from a computer. The image files may be destroyed or may not be played back. • We (Sony) will not be responsible for the results of operating the data on a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” in the camcorder from a computer. -
Page 92: Maintenance And Precautions
Maintenance and precautions About the AVCHD format What is the AVCHD format? The AVCHD format is a high definition digital video camera format used to record an HD (high definition) signal of either the 1080i specification* or the 720p specification* , using efficient data compression coding technology. -
Page 93: About The "Infolithium" Battery Pack
– If you use the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” near magnets or magnetic fields. • It is recommended you make a back-up of important data on the hard disk of a computer. • Be careful not to apply excessive force when writing on a memo area on a “Memory Stick PRO Duo.”... -
Page 94: About X.v.color
About x.v.Color • x.v.Color is a more familiar term for the xvYCC standard proposed by Sony, and is a trademark of Sony. • xvYCC is an international standard for color space in video. This standard can express a wider color range than the currently used broadcast standard. -
Page 95: About Handling Of Your Camcorder
• If any solid object or liquid gets inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any further. • Avoid rough handling, disassembling, modifying, physical shock, or impact such as hammering, dropping or stepping on the product. - Page 96 How to prevent moisture condensation When you bring your camcorder from a cold place into a warm place, put your camcorder in a plastic bag and seal it tightly. Remove the bag when the air temperature inside the plastic bag has reached the ambient temperature (after about 1 hour).
- Page 97 Corporation. • “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • “x.v.Color” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • “BIONZ” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • “BRAVIA” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • “VAIO” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
- Page 98 URL to download it. When downloading the source code, select DCR- DVD810 as the model for your camcorder. http://www.sony.net/Products/Linux/ We would prefer you do not contact us about the contents of source code. Read “license2.pdf” in the “License” folder on the CD-ROM.
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Page 99: Quick Reference
Quick Reference Identifying parts and controls The numbers in ( ) are reference pages. A QUICK ON lamp (29) /CHG (charge) lamp (15) C LCD screen/touch panel (18) D DISP/BATT INFO button (17, 19) E EASY button (22) (Movie)/ (Still) mode lamps (19) (Movie)/ (Still) select switch... - Page 100 A PHOTO button (27) B Memory Stick Duo slot (21) C Access lamp (21) D Battery pack (15) E Built-in microphone (28) F POWER button (18) G HDMI OUT jack (37) H DC IN jack (15) I A/V Remote Connector (37) A Flash (64) B Lens (Carl Zeiss Lens) (4) C Speaker...
- Page 101 A Hook for wrist strap Attach the strap and place your hand through the loop to prevent the camcorder from damage by being dropped. B Tripod receptacle Attach the tripod (optional) to the tripod receptacle using a tripod screw (optional: the length of the screw must be less than 5.5 mm (7/32 in.)).
- Page 102 Handycam Station (DISC BURN) button (44) B Interface connector Connect to the interface connector on your camcorder when you attach your camcorder to the Handycam Station. C DC IN jack (15) D A/V OUT jack (37) (USB) jack (53, 55)
- Page 103 Indicators displayed during recording/playback Recording movies Recording still images Viewing movies Viewing still images A HOME button (12) B Remaining battery (approx.) (17) C Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or [REC] (recording)) D Recording quality (HD/SD) (57) and recording mode (FH/HQ/SP/LP) (62) E Media F Counter (hour/minute/second) G Recording remaining time...
- Page 104 Indicators when you made changes Following indicators appear during recording/playback to indicate the settings of your camcorder. Upper left Center Bottom Upper left Indicator Meaning AUDIO MODE (62) Self-timer recording (78) Flash light (64), REDEYE REDUC (65) MICREF LEVEL low (78) WIDE SELECT (62) BLT-IN ZOOM MIC...
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Page 105: Glossary
Glossary x 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. - Page 106 Index Numeric 1080i/480i...70 16:9...69 2ch STEREO ...62 480i...70 4:3...69 5.1ch SURROUND ...62 5.1ch surround recording...28 AC Adaptor ...14, 15 ADD by date...50 AREA SET ...70 AUDIO MODE ...62 AUTO SLW SHUTTR (Auto Slow Shutter)...63, 84 AVCHD format ...92, 105 A.SHUT OFF (Auto shut off) ...71 A/V connecting cable ...14, 41, 52...
- Page 107 SETTINGS category ...60 SOUND/DISP SET ...68 VIEW IMAGES SET ...67 HQ ...62 Icon ...See Display indicators Image management files ...91 Image quality ...57 image quality setting...57 IMAGE SIZE...66 Index screen display button ...103 INDEX SET (Fase Index set) ...65 Indicators ...104 INDOOR...76 “InfoLITHIUM”...
- Page 108 SEPIA...77 SETTINGS ...60 SETTINGS category ...60 Sleep mode ...29 Slide show ...36 SLIDE SHOW SET...36 SMTH SLW REC...30 SNOW ...76 SOUND/DISP SET ...68 SP...62 SPOT FOCUS ...74, 84 SPOT METER (Flexible spot meter)...75 SPOTLIGHT ...76 STEADYSHOT...63, 84 Still image IMAGE SIZE ...66 Shooting ...27 Still image files ...91 SUB-T DATE (Subtitle date)
- Page 109 Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. http://www.sony.net/...