4-209-885-11(1) Table of contents DCR-SR20/SX20/SX20K 8 Getting started 11 Recording/Playback 20 Making good use of your camcorder 35 Saving images with an external device 45 Customizing your camcorder 53 Additional information 70 Quick reference 89 Digital Video Camera Recorder “Handycam” Handbook 2010 Sony Corporation
Read this first Supplied items The numbers in ( ) are the supplied quantity. AC Adaptor (1) Power cord (Mains lead) (1) A/V connecting cable (1) USB cable (1) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV30 (1) CD-ROM “Handycam” Application Software (1) “PMB” (software, including “PMB Help”) Handbook (PDF) “Handycam” “Operating Guide” (1) Battery pack Menu items, LCD panel, and lens For DCR-SX20K only* Memory card (4GB)** * Confirm the model name on the packing box.
using your camcorder if necessary (p. 16). Recording When you use a memory card with your camcorder for the first time, formatting the memory card with your camcorder (p. 66) is recommended for stable operation. All data recorded on the memory card will be deleted when it is formatted, and cannot be recovered. Save important data to your computer, etc., beforehand.
illustration purposes are captured using a digital still camera, and therefore may appear different from images and screen indicators that actually appear on your camcorder. And, the illustrations of your camcorder and its screen indication are exaggerated or simplified for understandability. In this manual, the internal hard disk (DCRSR20) of your camcorder and memory card are called “recording media.” Design and specifications of your camcorder and accessories are subject to change without notice.
Operation flow Getting started (p. 11) Prepare the power source and recording media. Recording movies and photos (p. 20) Recording movies p. 21 Changing the recording mode (p. 25) Expected recording time (MEDIA INFO, p. 66) Shooting photos p. 23 Playing movies and photos Playback on the camcorder p. 27 Playing images on a TV p. 33 Saving images Saving movies and photos with a computer Saving movies and photos in external media p. 45 Saving images with a DVD writer/recorder p.
Advice for successful recording To get good results in recording Stabilizing your camcorder When you hold the camcorder, keep your upper body upright, and hold your arms close to your body. The SteadyShot function is effective against camera-shake, however, it is essential that you not move the camcorder. Zooming smoothly Zoom in and out slowly and smoothly. And, use zooming sparingly. Excessive zooming will make movies that may make the viewer feel tired when viewing them.
Useful recording techniques Flowers in close-up Recording in a dimly-lit room Capturing fireworks, or a sunset in all its splendor Checking your golf swing PORTRAIT (58) TELE MACRO (60) VIDEO LIGHT (26) SPORTS (58) FIREWORKS (58) SUNRISE&SUNSET (58) US
Table of contents Read this first.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Notes on use.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Operation flow.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Making good use of your camcorder 35 37 38 39 40 40 41 43 43 43 Table of contents Deleting movies and photos.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Protecting recorded movies and photos (Protect).. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dividing a movie.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Additional information Troubleshooting.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Recording time of movies/number of recordable photos.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack.. . . .
Getting started Step 1: Charging the battery pack DCR-SR20 DC IN jack Battery pack CHG (charge) lamp DC plug AC Adaptor Getting started Power cord (Mains lead) To the wall outlet (wall socket) DCR-SX20 CHG (charge) lamp Battery pack DC IN jack DC plug AC Adaptor Power cord (Mains lead) To the wall outlet (wall socket) You can charge the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (V series) after attaching it to your camcorder.
Notes You cannot attach any “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack other than the V series to your camcorder. 1 2 3 Turn off your camcorder by closing the LCD screen. Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction of the arrow until it clicks. Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to your camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket). 4 Align the mark on the DC plug with that on the DC IN jack. The CHG (charge) lamp lights up and charging starts.
To remove the battery pack Close the LCD screen. Slide the BATT (battery) release lever () and remove the battery pack (). To use a wall outlet (wall socket) as a power source Getting started Make the same connections as “Step 1: Charging the battery pack.” Even if the battery pack is attached, the battery pack is not discharged.
Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time 1 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder. Your camcorder turns on. POWER lamp 2 Select the desired geographical area by selecting / with / of the multi-selector, keep pressing the center of the multi-selector until the desired geographical area is turned on a light. Multi-selector 3 4 See page 16 for the detail of the using the multi-selector.
5 6 If you set [DST SET] or [SUMMERTIME] to [ON], the clock advances 1 hour. Select [NEXT] with of the multi-selector, then press the center of the multi-selector. Set the date and time by repeating the procedure bellow. Getting started Highlight the desired item with / of the multi-selector. Select the setting value with / of the multi selector, and press the center of the multi-selector. 7 with of the multi-selector, then press the center Select [NEXT] of the multi-selector.
Using the Multi-selector Multi-selector Turn the desired button on a light with /// of the multi-selector. Press the center of the multi-selector to confirm your selection. Changing the language setting You can change the on-screen displays to show messages in a specified language. (MENU) [Show others] [CLOCK/ LANG] (under [GENERAL SET] Select .
Step 3: Preparing the recording media The recording media that can be used differs depending on your camcorder. The following icons are displayed on the screen of your camcorder. DCR-SX20: Memory card DCR-SR20: * Internal hard disk Memory card * In the default setting, both movies and photos are recorded on this recording media. You can perform recording, playback and editing operations on the selected medium.
Selecting the recording media for photos (DCR-SR20) Select (MENU) [Show others] [MEDIA SETTINGS] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category) [PHOTO MEDIA SET]. The [PHOTO MEDIA SET] screen appears. Select the desired recording media. Select [YES] . The recording medium is changed. To check the recording media settings When recording in movie recording mode or photo recording mode, the recording media icon is displayed in the top right corner of the screen.
Size of memory cards that can be used with your camcorder Only “Memory Stick Duo” media that is about a half the size of the standard “Memory Stick” media, and standard-sized SD memory cards can be used. Do not attach a label, etc., to a memory card or memory card adaptor. Doing so may cause a malfunction. Open the cover, orient the memory card’s notched corner as shown in the illustration, and insert into the memory card slot until it clicks.
Recording/Playback Recording In the default setting, movies are recorded on the following recording media. DCR-SX20: Memory card DCR-SR20: Internal hard disk Tips See page 17 on changing the recording media (DCR-SR20). To open the lens cover Slide the LENS COVER switch to open. Tips When you finish recording or when you play back images, close the lens cover. 1 Fasten the grip belt.
2 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder. Your camcorder turns on. You can switch recording modes by pressing MODE. Press MODE until the desired mode icon appears. MODE button (Movie): When recording a movie Recording movies Recording/Playback Press START/STOP to start recording. START/STOP button [STBY] [REC] To stop recording, press START/STOP again.
The icons and indicators on the LCD panel will be displayed for about 3 seconds, then disappear after turning on your camcorder or switching the recording (movie/photo)/playback modes. To display the icons and indicators again, press the multi-selector. about 3sec after Notes If you close the LCD screen while recording movies, the camcorder stops recording. The maximum continuous recordable time of movies is about 13 hours.
Data code during recording The recording date, time and condition are recorded automatically on the recording media. They are not displayed during recording. However, you can check them as [DATA CODE] (MENU) [Show others] [PLAYBACK during playback. To display them, select [PLAYBACK] category) a desired setting . SET] (under Shooting photos In the default setting, photos are recorded on the following recording media.
Press PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus, then press it fully. Flashes Lights up When disappears, the photo is recorded. Tips See page 80 on the recordable number of photos. (MENU) [Show others] [ To change the image size, select [PHOTO SETTINGS] category) a desired setting US 24 IMAGE SIZE] (under .
Useful functions for recording movies and photos Zooming You can magnify images up to 50 times the original size with the power zoom lever. Selecting the recording mode You can select a recording mode to record movies from 3 levels. The recording time of the media may change, depending on the recording mode. In the default setting, [ REC MODE] is set to [SP]. Long time recording Close view (Telephoto) Move the power zoom lever slightly for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom.
If you record in the LP mode, the quality of movies may be degraded, or scenes with quick movements may appear with block noise when you play back the image. Adjusting the exposure for backlit subjects Tips You can select the [ REC MODE] for each recording media separately (DCR-SR20). Using the VIDEO LIGHT You can use the VIDEO LIGHT according to the recording conditions. It is recommended that you use the VIDEO LIGHT at a distance of about 30 cm to 150 cm (11 7/8 in. to 59 1/8 in.
Playback on the camcorder In the default setting, movies and photos that are recorded on the following recording media are played. DCR-SX20: Memory card DCR-SR20: Internal hard disk Tips See page 17 on changing the recording media (DCR-SR20). 1 2 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder. Your camcorder turns on. Press Recording/Playback 3 (VIEW IMAGES). The VISUAL INDEX screen appears after some seconds. Select the Select the (Movie) () a desired movie () to play back a movie.
appears with the movie or photo that was most recently played or recorded. If you select the movie or photo with , you can continue playback from the previous time. ( appears on the photo recorded on a memory card.) Playing movies Your camcorder starts playing the selected movie. Volume adjustment Previous Next OPTION To stop To fast-forward To fast-reverse To pause/play Tips When playback from the selected movie reaches the last movie, the screen returns to the VISUAL INDEX screen.
Viewing photos Your camcorder displays the selected photo. Previous To the VISUAL INDEX screen Tips When viewing photos recorded on a memory card, To start/stop slide show Next OPTION (playback folder) appears on the screen.
Useful functions for playing movies and photos The images of the selected date are displayed on the VISUAL INDEX screen. Searching for desired images by date (Date Index) You can search for desired images by date efficiently. Notes You cannot use the Date Index function for photos on the memory card. Press (VIEW IMAGES). The VISUAL INDEX screen appears.
Select [ FILM ROLL]. You can play back the movie from the selected face image. Returns to the VISUAL INDEX screen Sets the interval at which to create thumbnails of scenes in a movie. Press (VIEW IMAGES). The VISUAL INDEX screen appears. / to select the Select desired movie. Select / to search for the Select desired scene, then select the scene you want to play back. Returns to the VISUAL INDEX screen [ FACE].
Make sure that you set [FACE DETECTION] to [ON] (p. 61) (the default setting) prior to recording, to search movies on the Face Index. Tips You can also display the Face Index by selecting (MENU) [Show others] [VIEW [PLAYBACK] category) IMAGES] (under [ FACE]. Playing back a series of photos (Slide show) Select screen. on the photo playback The slide show begins from the selected photo. To stop the slide show Select .
Playing images on a TV Connect your camcorder to the input jack of a TV or VCR using the A/V connecting cable (supplied). 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. TVs VCRs (Red) AUDIO IN (White) VIDEO (Yellow) Recording/Playback A/V OUT jack Signal flow Set the input selector of the TV to the input your camcorder will be connected to.
When your TV is monaural (When your TV has only one audio input jack) Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video input jack and connect the white (left channel) or red (right channel) plug to the audio input jack of your TV or VCR. Notes 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.
Making good use of your camcorder Deleting movies and photos You can free media space by deleting movies and photos from recording media. 2 To delete movies, select [ DELETE] [ DELETE]. 3 To delete photos, select [ [ DELETE]. DELETE] Select and display the mark on the movies or photos to be deleted. Notes You cannot restore images once they are deleted. Save important movies and photos in advance.
In step 2, select [ DELETE] [ DELETE by date]. To delete all photos on the same day at one time, select [ DELETE] [ DELETE by date]. Select / to select the recording date of the desired movies/photos, then . select Press LIGHT (p. 26) when thumbnail is selected to confirm the image. Select to return to the previous screen. Select [YES] US 36 .
Protecting recorded movies and photos (Protect) Protect movies and photos to avoid deleting them by mistake. To undo the protection of movies and photos Select the movie or photo marked with in step 3. disappears. To protect all the movies and photos recorded on the same day at one time Note You cannot select [ PRT. by date] for the recorded data on the memory card. Tips You can protect movies and photos on the OPTION MENU.
Dividing a movie Notes You cannot restore movies once they are divided. You cannot divide the protected movie. Remove the protection to divide (p. 37). Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder while dividing the movie. It may damage the recording media. Also, do not eject the memory card while dividing movies on the memory card.
Capturing a photo from a movie 4 Select 1 Select (MENU) [Show others] [PHOTO CAPTURE] (under [EDIT] category). Select the movie to be captured. The selected movie starts playback. Select at the point where you want to capture. The movie pauses. Play and pause . toggles as you select Adjust the capturing point with more precision after you selected the point with . 5 The captured photo is saved on the recording media selected in [PHOTO MEDIA SET] (DCR-SR20) (p. 18).
Dubbing/copying movies and photos from the internal recording media to memory card (DCR-SR20) (MENU) [Show Select others] [MOVIE DUB] (under [EDIT] category). The [MOVIE DUB] screen appears. Dubbing movies You can dub movies recorded on the internal recording media of your camcorder to memory card. Insert memory card into your camcorder before the operation.
[DUB by date]: Select the recording date of the movie to be dubbed, then . You cannot select multiple select dates. (MENU) [Show Select others] [PHOTO COPY] (under [EDIT] category). The [PHOTO COPY] screen appears. Select [YES] . Copying photos You can copy photos from the internal recording media of the camcorder to memory card. Insert a memory card into your camcorder before the operation.
[COPY by date]: Select the recording date of the photo to be copied, then . You cannot select multiple select dates. Select Tips To check the copied photos after copying is finished, select [MEMORY CARD] on [PHOTO MEDIA SET] and play them back (p. 18). US 42 [YES] .
Using the Playlist of movies 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 erase the movies added to the Playlist. To add all the movies recorded on the same day at one time In step 2, select [ ADD by date]. The recording dates of movies are displayed on the screen. Creating the Playlist Select / to select the recording date of the desired movie, then select .
Movies added to the Playlist appear. To change the order within the Playlist Select (MENU) [Show others] [PLAYLIST EDIT] (under [EDIT] category). Select [ MOVE]. Select the movie to be moved. Select the movie you want to play back. The Playlist is played back from the selected movie to the end, then the screen returns to the Playlist screen. To erase unnecessary movies from the Playlist Select (MENU) [Show others] [PLAYLIST EDIT] (under [EDIT] category). Select [ ERASE].
Saving images with an external device Saving images in external media (DIRECT COPY) You can save movies and photos on external media (USB storage device), such as an external hard disk drive. You can also play back images on the camcorder or another playback device. Tips You can also import images recorded on external media using the supplied software “PMB.” 1 Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to the DC IN jack of your camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket).
5 Select [Copy.] on the camcorder screen. DCR-SR20: Movies and photos in the internal recording media of the camcorder that have not yet been saved on to external media can be saved. DCR-SX20: Movies and photos that have not yet been saved on to external media can be saved. 6 This screen will appear only when there are newly recorded images. After the operation is completed, select on the camcorder screen. Notes The number of scenes you can save on the external media are as follows.
To play back images in the external media on the camcorder Select [Play without copying.] in step 5 above. The VISUAL INDEX screen of the external media is displayed. Play back the image (p. 27). You can also view images on a TV connected to your camcorder (p. 33). Notes The Date Index of photos cannot be displayed. If your camcorder does not recognize the external media, try the following operations.
Creating a disc with a DVD writer, recorder Creating a disc with the dedicated DVD writer, DVDirect Express You can create a disc or play back the images on a created disc by using the dedicated DVD writer, DVDirect Express (sold separately). Refer also to the instruction manual supplied with the DVD writer. Notes Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 13).
on the screen, then Select disconnect the USB cable. To play back a disc on the DVD writer To customize a disc with DISC BURN OPTION Perform this operation in the following cases: When dubbing a desired image When creating multiple copies of the same disc When dubbing images in the memory card (DCR-SR20) Insert a created disc into the DVD writer. The movies on the disc appear as VISUAL INDEX on the screen. Press the play button on the DVD writer.
If [Failed.] or [DISC BURN failed.] appears on the screen, insert another disc into the DVD writer and perform the DISC BURN operation again. Tips If the total memory size of movies to be burnt by the DISC BURN operation exceeds that of the disc, disc creation stops when the limit is reached. The last movie on the disc may be cut off. Disc creation time to dub movies to the limit of the disc is about 20 minutes to 60 minutes. It may take more time depending on the recording mode or the number of scenes.
Record movies on the connected device. A/V OUT jack For details, refer to the instruction manuals supplied with the device to be connected. After the operation is completed, select [END] [YES] on the camcorder screen. Input VIDEO Disconnect the USB cable. (Yellow) (White) AUDIO Creating a disc with a recorder, etc. Notes Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 13).
Start playback on your camcorder, and record it on the recording device. Refer to the instruction manuals supplied with your recording device for details. When dubbing is finished, stop the recording device, and then your camcorder. Notes Since dubbing is performed via analog data transfer, the image quality may deteriorate. To hide the screen indicators (such as a counter, etc.
Customizing your camcorder Using menus Using the menus, you can perform useful functions and change various settings. If you make good use of menu operations, you can enjoy using your camcorder. The camcorder has various menu items under each of eight menu categories. MANUAL SETTINGS (Items to adjust for scene condition) p. 58 SHOOTING SET (Items for customized shooting) p. 61 PHOTO SETTINGS (Items for recording photos) p. 63 PLAYBACK (Items for playback) p. 64 EDIT (Items for editing) p.
Select . Select [Show others] on the MY MENU screen. See the next page for details on MY MENU. Select the menu item to be changed. . After changing the setting, select . To finish setting the menu, select To return to the previous menu screen, select . may not be displayed depending on the menu item. Notes You may not be able to set some menu items, depending on the recording or playback conditions. Grayed out menu items or settings are not available.
Repeat the same steps above to register menu items on MY MENU, and enjoy using your “Handycam.” Tips When an external storage device is connected, the exclusive MY MENU appears. Using the OPTION MENU The OPTION MENU appears just like the pop-up window that appears when you right-click is displayed at bottom-right of the screen, you can use the mouse on a computer. When , and the menu items you can change in the context the OPTION MENU. You select appear. Menu item Select (OPTION).
Menu lists (MANUAL SETTINGS) category SCENE SELECTION FADER WHITE BAL.
DISPLAY SET 68 OUTPUT SETTINGS TV TYPE 33 DISP OUTPUT 68 CLOCK/ LANG CLOCK SET AREA SET DST SET/SUMMERTIME LANGUAGE SET 14 68 68 68 POWER SETTINGS A.
MANUAL SETTINGS (Items to adjust for scene condition) PORTRAIT (Soft portrait) ( ) Brings out the subject such as people or flowers while creating a soft background. See “Using menus” (p. 53) on the operation. The default settings are marked with . SPOTLIGHT**( ) SCENE SELECTION Prevents people’s faces from appearing excessively white when subjects are lit by strong light. You can record images effectively in various situations.
WHITE FADER INDOOR () Fades in/out with the white effect. Out The white balance is appropriately adjusted for the following recording conditions: Indoors At party scenes or studios where the lighting conditions change quickly Under video lamps in a studio, or under sodium lamps or incandescent-like color lamps In BLACK FADER Fades in/out with the black effect. Out In ONE PUSH ( To cancel the fader before starting the operation, select [OFF].
from inside the house, or vice versa, you need to redo the [ONE PUSH] procedure to readjust the white balance. EXPOSURE You can fix the brightness of a picture manually. Adjust the brightness when the subject is too bright or too dark. Select / to adjust the brightness. To adjust the exposure automatically, select [AUTO]. FOCUS You can adjust the focus manually. You can select this function also when you want to focus on a certain subject intentionally. cannot be adjusted farther away.
SHOOTING SET (Items for customized shooting) See “Using menus” (p. 53) on the operation. The default settings are marked with . REC MODE (Recording mode) AUTO SLW SHUTTR (Auto Slow Shutter) When recording in dark places, the shutter speed is automatically reduced to 1/30 second. OFF The Auto Slow Shutter function is not used. See page 25. ON The Auto Slow Shutter function is used. GUIDEFRAME You can display the frame and check that the subject is horizontal or vertical. The frame is not recorded.
AUDIO REC SET BLT-IN ZOOM MIC (Built-in zoom microphone) You can record a movie with vivid sound appropriate to the zoom position. OFF The microphone does not record sound following zooming in or out. OTHER REC SET DIGITAL ZOOM You can select the maximum zoom level up to 50× in case you want to zoom to a level greater than following optical zoom during recording. Note that the image quality decreases when you use the digital zoom. ON ( ) The microphone records sound following zooming in or out.
PHOTO SETTINGS (Items for recording photos) See “Using menus” (p. 53) on the operation. The default settings are marked with . SELF-TIMER Press PHOTO to start the count down. A photo is recorded after about 10 seconds. RESET Assigns file numbers in sequence, following the largest file number existing on the recording medium. When the memory card is replaced with another one, the file number is assigned for each memory card. OFF Cancels the self-timer. ON ( ) Starts the self-timer recording.
PLAYBACK (Items for playback) See “Using menus” (p. 53) on the operation. DATE/TIME VISUAL INDEX See page 27. VIEW IMAGES DATE INDEX See page 30. Date Time CAMERA DATA Movie FILM ROLL See page 30. FACE See page 31. PLAYLIST See page 43. Photo PLAYBACK SET DATA CODE During playback, your camcorder displays the information (Date/time, Camera data) recorded automatically at the time of recording. OFF Data code is not displayed. DATE/TIME Displays the date and time.
EDIT OTHERS (Items for editing) (Items for other settings) See “Using menus” (p. 53) on the operation. See “Using menus” (p. 53) on the operation. The default settings are marked with . DELETE See page 35. PROTECT See page 37. DIVIDE USB CONNECT See page 48. BATTERY INFO You can check the estimated remaining capacity of the battery. See page 38. PHOTO CAPTURE See page 39. MOVIE DUB (DCR-SR20) See page 40. To close the battery information screen Select . PHOTO COPY (DCR-SR20) See page 41.
MANAGE MEDIA (Items for recording media) See “Using menus” (p. 53) on the operation. MEDIA SETTINGS (DCR-SR20) See page 17. MEDIA INFO You can check the remaining recordable time for each recording mode of the recording media for movies and the approximate free and used media space of the recording media. To turn off the display Select . Notes Since there is a management file area, the used space is not displayed as 0 % even if you perform [MEDIA FORMAT] (p. 66).
GENERAL SET (Other setup items) or [EMPTY] when you use the camcorder next time. REPAIR IMG.DB F. See page 73, 76. See “Using menus” (p. 53) on the operation. The default settings are marked with . SOUND/DISP SET VOLUME You can adjust the volume of playback / . sound by selecting BEEP ON A melody sounds when you start/stop recording, or press the center of the multiselector to confirm. OFF Cancels the melody. LCD BRIGHT You can adjust the brightness of the LCD / .
the screen outside and close the LCD panel to the camcorder body, the setting becomes [NORMAL] automatically. Tips This adjustment does not affect the recorded images in any way. LCD COLOR You can adjust the color of the LCD screen / . by selecting Tips This adjustment does not affect the recorded images in any way. DISPLAY SET You can set the duration of displaying the icons or indicators on the LCD screen. AUTO CLOCK/ CLOCK SET See page 14.
NEVER DROP SENSOR (DCR-SR20) The camcorder does not turn off automatically. Your camcorder detects that it is dropping, and protects the internal hard disk. Notes When you connect your camcorder to a wall outlet (wall socket), [A.SHUT OFF] is automatically set to [NEVER]. ON Activates the drop sensor. When it is detected that the camcorder is dropping, you may not be able to record or play back images correctly, to protect the internal hard disk. appears.
Additional information Troubleshooting If you run into any problems using your camcorder, follow the steps below. Check the list (p. 70 to 78), and inspect your camcorder. Disconnect the power source, attach the power source again after about 1 minute, and turn the camcorder on. Press RESET (p. 90, 91) using a pointed object, and turn the camcorder on. If you press RESET, all settings, including the clock setting, are reset. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
correctly (p. 11). 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. [FOCUS] [BLT-IN ZOOM MIC] [MICREF LEVEL] [DROP SENSOR] (DCR-SR20) Backlight The following menu items return to the default settings when you switch between movie recording and photo recording and playback modes. [ FADER] [TELE MACRO] [ SELF-TIMER] Your camcorder gets warm.
Memory card Operations using the memory card cannot be performed. If you use the memory card formatted on a computer, format it again on your camcorder (p. 66). Images stored on the memory card cannot be deleted. The maximum number of images that you can delete on the index screen at one time is 100. You cannot delete the protected images. The data file name is not indicated correctly or flashes. The file is damaged. The file format is not supported by your camcorder (p. 83).
The auto focus does not function. Set [FOCUS] to [AUTO] (p. 60). The recording conditions are not suitable for auto focus. Adjust the focus manually (p. 60). SteadyShot does not function. Set [ STEADYSHOT] to [ON] (p. 61). Even if [ STEADYSHOT] is set to [ON], your camcorder may not be able to compensate for excessive vibrations. Playback Images cannot be played back. Photos cannot be played back. A vertical band appears when recording candlelight or electric light in the dark.
Playing back images stored on memory card on other devices Images cannot be played back or the memory card is not recognized. The top, bottom, right, and left edges of images are trimmed slightly on a connected TV. The device may not support memory card. Editing movies/photos on your camcorder Unable to edit. Unable to edit because of the condition of the image. Movies cannot be added in the Playlist. There is no free space in the recording media.
Examples of functions that cannot be used simultaneously The following list shows examples of unworkable combinations of functions and menu items. Cannot use Because of following settings Backlight [MANUAL] in [EXPOSURE], [FIREWORKS] [FACE DETECTION] [SCENE SELECTION] Connect the DC plug of the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack of your camcorder securely (p. 11). C:06: The battery pack temperature is high. Change the battery pack or place it in a cool place.
(Low temperature warning) Fast flashing The temperature of your camcorder is extremely low. Make the camcorder warm. (Warning indicator pertaining to camera-shake warning) (Warning indicator pertaining to memory card) Slow flashing Free spaces for recording images are running out. For the type of memory card you can use with your camcorder, see page 19. No memory card is inserted (p. 18). Fast flashing There are not enough free spaces for recording images.
Data error. An error occurred during reading or writing the internal recording media of the camcorder. This may occur when you keep applying shock on the camcorder. Movies recorded on other devices may not be played back. The Image Database File is damaged. Do you want to create a new file? The management file is damaged. When you select [YES], a new management file is created. The old recorded images on the media cannot be played back (Image files are not damaged). If you execute [REPAIR IMG.
This memory card may not be able to record or play images correctly. Use a memory card recommended for your camcorder (p. 19). Do not eject the memory card during writing. Data may be damaged. Reinsert the memory card, and follow the instructions on the LCD screen. Other No further selection is possible. You can add no more than 99 movies to a Playlist.
Recording time of movies/number of recordable photos Playing time Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack Approximate time available when you use a fully charged battery pack. DCR-SR20 Recording time Approximate time available when you use a fully charged battery pack.
technology causes fluctuations in the recording time of the media. Movies containing quickly moving and complex images are recorded at a higher bit-rate, and this reduces the overall recording time.
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 Hz/60 Hz range. On TV color systems Your camcorder is an NTSC-system-based camcorder. If you want to view the playback image on a TV, it must be a NTSC-systembased 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 (MENU) [Show others] [CLOCK/ LANG] (under camcorder abroad. Select [GENERAL SET] category) [AREA SET] and [DST SET]/[SUMMERTIME] (p. 68).
Maintenance and precautions direction. Note that improper use may cause a malfunction.
Notes on using the “Memory Stick Micro” media To use “Memory Stick Micro” media with your camcorder, you need a Duo-sized M2 adaptor. Insert the “Memory Stick Micro” media into the Duo-sized M2 adaptor, and then insert the adaptor into the “Memory Stick Duo” media slot. If you insert a “Memory Stick Micro” media into your camcorder without using the Duosized M2 adaptor, you might not be able to remove it from your camcorder.
About storage of the battery pack If the battery pack is not used for a long time, fully charge the battery pack and use it up on your camcorder once a year to maintain proper function. To store the battery pack, remove it from your camcorder and put it in a dry, cool place. To discharge the battery pack on your (MENU) camcorder completely, select [Show others] [POWER SETTINGS] [GENERAL SET] category) (under [A.
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. Note on moisture condensation Moisture may condense when you bring your camcorder from a cold place into a warm place (or vice versa) or when you use your camcorder in a humid place as follows: You bring your camcorder from a ski slope into a place warmed up by a heating device.
How to charge the pre-installed rechargeable battery Connect your camcorder to a wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor, and leave it with the LCD screen closed for more than 24 hours. Note on disposal/transfer (DCR-SR20) Even if you perform [ DELETE ALL], [ DELETE ALL] or [MEDIA FORMAT] (p. 66) or formatting the media of the camcorder, you may not delete data from the media completely. When you transfer the camcorder, it is recommended that you perform [EMPTY] (p.
Notes on the License ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT OTHER THAN CONSUMER PERSONAL USE IN ANY MANNER THAT COMPLIES WITH THE MPEG-2 STANDARD FOR ENCODING VIDEO INFORMATION FOR PACKAGED MEDIA IS EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED WITHOUT A LICENSE UNDER APPLICABLE PATENTS IN THE MPEG-2 PATENT PORTFOLIO, WHICH LICENSE IS AVAILABLE FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C., 250 STEELE STREET, SUITE 300, DENVER, COLORADO 80206.
Quick reference Screen indicators Upper left Center Upper right Indicator Meaning [00min] Estimated recording remaining time FADER (58) Drop sensor off (69) 9999 9999 Bottom Upper left Indicator Meaning MENU button (53) Self-timer recording (63) 100/112 MICREF LEVEL low (62) WIDE SELECT (62) BLT-IN ZOOM MIC (62) 60 min Remaining battery Recording folder of memory card VIDEO LIGHT (26) Drop sensor activated (69) Approximate number of recordable photos and recording media (80) Playback folder o
Parts and controls Figures in ( ) are reference pages. DCR-SR20 LCD screen (26, 53) If you rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees, you can close the LCD panel with the LCD screen facing out. This is convenient during playback operations. Lens LENS COVER switch Built-in microphone LIGHT button (26) Press to light up the LIGHT.
DCR-SX20 DCR-SR20 Speaker (USB) jack (48) A/V OUT jack (33) MODE button (21) (Backlight) button (26) RESET button Press RESET using a pointed object. Press RESET to initialize all the settings including the clock setting.
DCR-SX20 Power zoom lever (25) PHOTO button (24) POWER lamp START/STOP button (21) Battery pack (11) CHG (charge) lamp (11) Grip belt (20) DC IN jack (11) Access lamp (memory card) (18) While the lamp is lit or flashing, the camcorder is reading or writing data. BATT (battery) release lever (13) Tripod receptacle Attach a tripod (sold separately) to the tripod receptacle using a tripod screw (sold separately: the length of the screw must be less than 5.5 mm (7/32 in.)).
Index Symbols 16:9................................................33 4:3..................................................33 A A.SHUT OFF...............................68 A/V connecting cable...........33, 51 Abroad..........................................81 Altitude...........................................4 AREA SET....................................68 AUDIO REC SET........................62 AUTO SLW SHUTTR................61 B Backlight.......................................26 BATTERY INFO..........
Playlist...........................................43 PLAYLIST EDIT..........................65 PORTRAIT...................................58 Power on.......................................14 POWER SETTINGS...................68 Precautions...................................83 PROTECT....................................37 Troubleshooting...........................70 Turning the power on.................14 TV..................................................33 TV color systems.........................
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