3-280-870-11(1) 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).
Read this first Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like. CAUTION Replace the battery with the specified type only. Otherwise, fire or injury may result.
negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of the battery. The recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources. In case of products that for safety, performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified service staff only.
Note This 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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
terminal and may result in a malfunction of your camcorder. Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder. The 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. The hard disk of the camcorder may not be recognized, or recording may not be possible. To protect the internal hard disk from shock by dropping, the camcorder has drop sensor function*.
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. TV color systems differ depending on the country/region. To view your recordings on a TV, you need a PAL system-based TV.
Table of contents Read this first..................................................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................ 11 Step 3: Selecting the media.................... 12 Recording/Playback Recording...................................................... 14 Playback.........................................................
Getting Started Step 1: Charging the battery pack DCR-SR55E/SR65E/SR75E/SR85E CHG lamp 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). 1 Turn the POWER switch in the Battery pack direction of the arrow to OFF (CHG) (the default setting). 2 Attach the battery pack by sliding it POWER switch in the direction of the arrow until it clicks.
Tips For DCR-SR55E/SR65E/SR75E/SR85E: Same as DCR-SR35E/SR36E/SR45E/SR46E, you can charge the battery pack by connecting the AC Adaptor to your camcorder. you use a fully charged battery pack. (Unit:min.) DCR-SR35E/SR36E/ DCR-SR55E/SR65E/ SR45E/SR46E SR75E/SR85E Charging time Recording time Continuous recording time Typical recording time Playback time BATT (battery) release lever Available running time for the supplied battery pack Charging time: Approximate time (min.
The 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. Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture.
Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time (HOME) (p. 21) Touch the button on the LCD screen. POWER switch Getting Started When using the camcorder for the first time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears on the LCD screen. 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 first time.
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. The default setting is hard disk for movies and still images. The media setting screen appears. 60min Hard disk 3 Select the media you want to set. Movie Still image “Memory Stick” Notes You can do recording/playback/editing operations for the selected media only.
Notes 2 If you have selected [MEMORY STICK] as the movie media, turn the POWER switch until the (Movie) lamp lights up. Getting Started ACCESS lamp (“Memory Stick PRO Duo”) Do not open the Memory Stick Duo cover while recording. Inserting a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” forcibly in the wrong direction may cause a malfunction to the “Memory Stick PRO Duo,” Memory Stick Duo slot or image data. If [Failed to create a new Image Database File. It may be possible that there is not enough free space.
Recording/Playback Recording The images are recorded on the media selected on the media setting (p. 12). The default setting is hard disk for both movies and still images. LENS COVER switch START/STOP POWER switch [STBY] [REC] : To record movies : To record still images PHOTO Flashing Lights up START/STOP 1 Slide the LENS COVER switch to open. 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.
Playback You can play back images recorded on the media selected in the media setting (p. 12). The default setting is the hard disk. (VIEW IMAGES) button POWER switch (VIEW IMAGES) button HOME MENU Previous 6 images Next 6 images Returns to the recording screen Displays movies Displays still images (OPTION) Searches for images by date Goes to the (Face Index) screen Goes to the (Film Roll Index) screen Recording/Playback 1 Turn the POWER switch to turn on your camcorder.
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. Playing the image on a TV Connect your camcorder to the input jack of a TV or VCR using the A/V connecting cable (supplied) or an A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO (optional).
Other parts and functions of the camcorder Buttons, jacks, etc., which are not explained in other chapters, are explained here. playback zoom, the point you touched will be displayed in the center of the displayed frame. Hook for a shoulder belt Attach the shoulder belt (optional). Remote sensor (DCR-SR55E/SR65E/ SR75E/SR85E)/Infrared port Receives the signal from the Remote Commander.
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 The QUICK ON lamp flashes and your camcorder goes to power saving mode (sleep mode). Press QUICK ON again to start recording next time. Your camcorder returns to recording standby in approximately 1 second. With [QUICK ON STBY], you can set the time when the camcorder turns off in sleep mode.
Indicators displayed during recording/playback Recording movies HOME button Remaining battery (approx.
Indicators when you made changes Following indicators appear during recording/playback to indicate the settings of your camcorder.
Performing various functions - “ “ OPTION” You can display the menu screen by pressing (HOME) (or )/ (OPTION). For details on the menu items, see “Handycam Handbook” (PDF) (p. 25). (HOME) HOME” and To see the explanation of the HOME MENU (HELP) Press (HOME) (or ). Touch (HELP). The bottom of the (HELP) button turns orange. (HOME) (OPTION) You can change the operating settings for your convenience. Press (HOME) (or ) to display the menu screen.
Items of the HOME MENU (CAMERA) category (SETTINGS) category MOVIE SETTINGS MOVIE*1 PHOTO*1 (VIEW IMAGES) category VISUAL INDEX*1 INDEX*1 INDEX*1 PLAYLIST PHOTO SETTINGS (OTHERS) category DELETE*1 [ DELETE], [ DELETE] PHOTO CAPTURE MOVIE DUB [DUB by select], [DUB by date], [ DUB ALL] PHOTO [COPY by select], [COPY COPY by date] EDIT [ DELETE], PLAYLIST EDIT PRINT USB CONNECT [ DELETE], [DIVIDE] [ ADD], [ ADD by date], [ ERASE], [ ERASE ALL], [ MOVE] [ USB CONNECT], [ USB CONNECT], [DISC BURN] (MAN
Saving images 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.EFFECT], [PICT.
Deleting images 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]. Select the media which contains the images you want to delete before the operation (p. 12). Deleting movies 1 Touch (HOME) [DELETE]. 2 Touch [ DELETE]. 3 Touch [ DELETE]. (OTHERS) 4 Touch the movie to be deleted. The selected movie is marked with . 5 Touch [YES] .
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 software. You can enjoy the following operations.
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.
[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 after completing the installation. It may take some time for the authentication. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software. Depending on the computer, you may need to install third party software. If the installation screen appears, follow the instructions to install the required software.
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. Notes before sending your camcorder for repair Your camcorder may require initializing or change the current hard disk of the camcorder, depending on the problem. In the event of this, the data stored on the hard disk will be deleted.
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. Disconnect the USB cable from the computer and the Handycam Station, and restart the computer, then connect the computer and your camcorder again in an orderly manner.
Indicators/Messages Causes/Solutions 30 Access to the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” was restricted on another device. There is something wrong with the flash. (DCR-SR55E/SR65E/ SR75E/SR85E) The amount of light is not sufficient, so camera-shake easily occurs. Use the flash. (DCR-SR55E/SR65E/ SR75E/SR85E) The camcorder is unsteady, so camerashake easily occurs. Hold the camcorder steady with both hands and record the image.
Additional Information Precautions On use and care is accidentally swallowed, consult a doctor immediately (DCR-SR55E/SR65E/SR75E/ SR85E). If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked: consult your local authorized Sony service facility. wash off any liquid that may have contacted your skin. if any liquid gets in your eyes, wash with plenty of water and consult a doctor.
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 in a well-ventilated location subject to little dirt or dust. To prevent mold, periodically clean the lens as described above.
Specifications System Video compression format: MPEG2/JPEG (Still images) Audio compression format: Dolby Digital 2ch Dolby Digital Stereo Creator Video signal: PAL color, CCIR standards DCR-SR55E/SR65E/SR75E/SR85E F=1.8 - 3.2 f=2.5 - 62.5 mm (1/8 - 2 1/2 in.) When converted to a 35 mm still camera For movies: 41 - 1 189 mm (1 5/8 - 46 7/8 in.) (16:9)*2 For still images: 36 - 900 mm (1 7/16 - 35 1/2 in.
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. DCR-SR35E/SR36E/SR45E/SR46E: 2.8 W DCR-SR55E/SR65E/SR75E/SR85E: 3.0 W Operating temperature: 0°C to + 40°C (32 °F to 104 °F) Storage temperature: -20°C to + 60°C (-4 °F to + 140 °F) Dimensions (Approx.): 76.3 × 76.6 × 112.8 mm (3 × 3 1/8 × 4 1/2 in.) (w×h×d) including the projecting parts with supplied battery pack attached Mass (Approx.
On trademarks “Handycam” and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. “Memory Stick,” “ ,” “Memory Stick Duo,” “ ,” “Memory Stick PRO Duo,” “ ,” “Memory 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. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
GB Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. http://www.sony.
