Click Table of Contents “Handycam” Handbook DCR-SX45/SX65/SX85 Useful Recording Techniques Index 2011 Sony Corporation 4-264-741-11(1) US
Using the “Handycam” Handbook Searching for information quickly Table of contents You will find information on using your camcorder to its fullest in this “Handycam” Handbook. Read the “Handycam” Handbook in addition to the Operating Guide (a separate volume). Information on using your camcorder connected to a computer will also be found in the Operating Guide and the “PMB Help” that is the Help of the supplied “PMB (Picture Motion Browser)” software.
Read this first Built-in USB Cable Supplied items Menu items, LCD panel, and lens Attach this to the Built-in USB Cable (p. 13), if the Built-in USB Cable is not long enough. Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV30 (1) CD-ROM “Handycam” Application Software (1) “PMB” (software, including “PMB Help”) Handbook (PDF) “Handycam” “Operating Guide” (1) “PMB Portable” software is pre-loaded on the camcorder (p. 47). See page 18 for the memory card you can use with this camcorder.
Recording When the camcorder is connected to a computer or accessories If you cannot record/play back images, perform [MEDIA FORMAT] Images recorded on your camcorder may not play correctly on other devices. Conversely, images recorded on other devices may not play correctly on this camcorder. Movies recorded on SD memory cards cannot be played on AV equipment of other manufacturers.
Availability of such products is subject to country/region. About images, illustrations, and screen displays of this manual The example images used in this manual for 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.
Operation flow Getting started (p. 12) Recording movies and photos (p. 20) Table of contents Prepare the power source and recording media. Recording movies p. 21 Changing the recording mode (p. 25) Expected recording time (MEDIA INFO, p. 71) Shooting photos p. 22 Playing movies and photos Useful recording techniques 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.
Advice for successful recording To get good results in recording Table of contents 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 Capturing images beautifully without troublesome setting Recording in a dimly-lit room Flowers in close-up Capturing fireworks, or a sunset in all its splendor VIDEO LIGHT (26) Table of contents INTELLIGENT AUTO (24) PORTRAIT(62) TELE MACRO(65) FIREWORKS (62) SUNRISE&SUNSET (62) Focusing on the child on the left side of the screen SPORTS (62) SPOT FOCUS (64) SPOT MTR/FCS (64) Useful recording techniques Checking your golf swing Index US
Table of contents Getting started 12 15 16 17 17 17 18 Recording/Playback US 20 21 22 24 24 24 25 26 26 27 30 30 30 31 31 32 33 Index Recording.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Recording movies.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shooting photos.
Making good use of your camcorder 35 37 38 39 40 40 41 42 42 43 Table of contents Deleting movies and photos.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Protecting recorded movies and photos (Protect).. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dividing a movie.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Additional information 75 80 83 83 83 84 85 87 87 88 89 Table of contents Troubleshooting.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Recording time of movies/number of recordable photos.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Getting started Step 1: Charging the battery pack Table of contents CHG (charge) lamp Battery pack Power cord (Mains lead) DC IN jack DC plug 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.
To charge with a computer This function is useful if the AC Adaptor is not at hand. Turn off the power of your camcorder, then attach the battery. Connect your camcorder to the computer that is turned on with the Built-in USB Cable. Table of contents When charging is finished, terminate the USB connection between your camcorder and computer. Notes Correct operation with all computers is not guaranteed.
To remove the battery pack Close the LCD screen. Slide the BATT (battery) release lever () and remove the battery pack (). Table of contents To use a wall outlet (wall socket) as a power source 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 Table of contents Open the LCD screen of your camcorder. Your camcorder is turned on and the lens cover is opened. To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is open, press POWER. POWER button MODE lamp / , then touch [NEXT]. Touch the button on the LCD screen. To set the date and time again, touch (MENU) [Show others] [CLOCK/ LANG] [GENERAL SET] category) [CLOCK SET].
Notes The date and time do not appear during recording, but they are automatically recorded on the recording (MENU) media, and can be displayed during playback. To display the date and time, touch [PLAYBACK] category) [DATA CODE] [DATE/ [Show others] [PLAYBACK SET] (under . TIME] You can turn off the operation beeps by touching (MENU) [Show others] [SOUND/DISP [GENERAL SET] category) [BEEP] [OFF] .
Step 3: Preparing the recording media DCR-SX45: Memory card DCR-SX65/SX85: * Internal memory Table of contents The recording media that can be used differs depending on your camcorder. The following icons are displayed on the screen of your camcorder. 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. Tips See page 83 for the recordable time of movies.
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. The icon displayed on the LCD screen varies depending on the camcorder you use. Inserting a memory card Table of contents Recording media icon Notes Set the recording medium to [MEMORY CARD] to record movies and/or photos on memory card (DCR-SX65/SX85).
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. Close the cover after inserting the memory card. Table of contents Access lamp Note direction of notched corner. The [Create a new Image Database File.] screen may appear if you insert a new memory card. In that case, touch [YES]. If you record only photos on the memory card, touch [NO]. Confirm the direction of the memory card.
Recording/Playback Recording Tips See page 17 on changing the recording media (DCR-SX65/SX85). 1 Fasten the grip belt. Your camcorder is turned on and the lens cover is opened. To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is already open, press POWER (p. 15). You can switch recording modes by pressing MODE. Press MODE to light up the desired recording mode lamp. Useful recording techniques 2 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder.
Recording movies Press START/STOP to start recording. You can start recording also by touching in the bottom left of the LCD screen. Table of contents START/STOP button To stop recording, press START/STOP again. You can stop recording also by touching in the bottom left of LCD screen. 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.
Tips You can capture photos from recorded movies (p. 39). See page 83 on the recordable time of movies. (MENU) You can check the recordable time, estimated remaining capacity, etc., by touching [MANAGE MEDIA] category). [Show others] [MEDIA INFO] (under The LCD screen of your camcorder can display recording images across the entire screen (full pixel display).
Press PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus, then press it fully. You can record photos also by touching on the LCD screen. Table of contents Flashes Lights up disappears, the photo is recorded. Tips See page 84 on the recordable number of photos. (MENU) [Show others] [ To change the image size, touch [PHOTO SETTINGS] category) a desired setting IMAGE SIZE] (under .
Useful functions for recording movies and photos Tips You can set [ DIGITAL ZOOM] (p. 67) if you want to zoom to a greater level. Zooming Recording better images automatically (INTELLIGENT AUTO) You can magnify images up to 70 times the original size with the power zoom lever. You can magnify images also with the / on the LCD screen. Close view (Telephoto) Useful recording techniques By pressing , you can record images using the INTELLIGENT AUTO function.
(MENU) [Show Touch others] [ REC MODE] (under [SHOOTING SET] category). Note The camcorder may not detect the expected scene or subject, depending on the recording conditions. You cannot use the flash depending on the scenes detected. Press . or the detection mode icons disappear, and you can record with the preferred settings. Also, the INTELLIGENT AUTO setting is canceled if you change the following settings: [SCENE SELECTION] [WHITE BAL.
Using the VIDEO LIGHT Recording in mirror mode Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (), then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side (). Table of contents 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.) from the subject. Tips A mirror-image of the subject appears on the LCD screen, but the image will be normal when recorded.
Playback on the camcorder Tips See page 17 on changing the recording media (DCR-SX65/SX85). 1 2 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder. Your camcorder turns on. To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is already open, press POWER (p. 15). Press (VIEW IMAGES). You can display the VISUAL INDEX screen also by touching screen. (VIEW IMAGES) on the LCD Useful recording techniques The VISUAL INDEX screen appears after some seconds.
Displays the screen to select the index type ([DATE INDEX]/[ FILM ROLL]/ [ FACE]) (p. 30, 30, 31). / : Displays movies recorded on the previous/next date.* / : Displays the previous/next movie. Returns to the recording screen. You can scroll the display by touching and dragging , or . appears with the movie or photo that was most recently played or recorded. If you touch the movie or photo with , you can continue playback from the previous time.
Viewing photos Your camcorder displays the selected photo. To start/stop slide show Next OPTION To the VISUAL INDEX screen Tips When viewing photos recorded on a memory card, Table of contents Previous (playback folder) appears on the screen.
Useful functions for playing movies and photos 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. 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. (VIEW IMAGES). Touch The VISUAL INDEX screen appears. [ FILM ROLL].
Using PB zoom with photos You can magnify photos from about 1.1 to 5 times the original size. Magnification can be adjusted with the power zoom lever. (VIEW IMAGES). The VISUAL INDEX screen appears. Touch [ Table of contents The face images detected during movie recording are displayed on the INDEX screen. You can play back the movie from the selected face image.
Playing back a series of photos (Slide show) Touch screen. on the photo playback Table of contents The slide show begins from the selected photo. To stop the slide show Touch . To restart the slide show Touch again. Notes You cannot operate playback zoom during slide show. Tips You can set continuous slide show playback (OPTION) tab by selecting [SLIDE SHOW SET] while playing photos. The default setting is [ON] (continuous playback).
Playing images on a TV A/V connecting cable (supplied) Connecting to another device via the A/V Remote Connector using an A/V connecting cable. Table of contents Connect your camcorder to the input jack of a TV or VCR using the A/V connecting cable or an A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO . Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 14). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected.
Connect your camcorder to a TV with the A/V connecting cable (, supplied) or an A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO (, sold separately). Connect your camcorder to the input jack of the TV. To set the aspect ratio according to the connected TV (16:9/4:3) Touch (MENU) [Show others] [OUTPUT SETTINGS] (under [GENERAL . SET] category) [TV TYPE] [16:9] or [4:3] Notes When you connect your camcorder to a TV compatible with the ID-1/ID-2 system, set [TV TYPE] to [16:9].
Making good use of your camcorder Deleting movies and photos 3 Touch and display the mark on the movies or photos to be deleted. Table of contents You can free media space by deleting movies and photos from recording media. 4 Press and hold the image down on the LCD screen to confirm the image. Touch to return to the previous screen. Touch [YES] . To delete all movies/photos at one time In step 2, touch [ DELETE] [ DELETE ALL] [YES] [YES] .
Touch the image down on the LCD screen to to confirm the image. Touch return to the previous screen. Touch [YES] .
Protecting recorded movies and photos (Protect) 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. In step 2, touch [ PROTECT] [ PRT. by date]. Tips You can protect movies and photos on the OPTION MENU. playback screen from Table of contents Protect movies and photos to avoid deleting them by mistake. 1 To protect all photos on the same day at one time, touch [ PROTECT] [ PRT.
Dividing a movie Touch (MENU) [Show others] [ DIVIDE] (under [EDIT] category). 2 3 Touch the movie to be divided. Tips You can divide a movie on the playback screen OPTION MENU. from The selected movie starts playback. Touch at the point where you want to divide the movie into scenes. Table of contents 1 Also, do not eject the memory card while dividing movies on the memory card.
5 Capturing a photo from a movie Touch Touch (MENU) [Show others] [PHOTO CAPTURE] (under [EDIT] category). 2 3 . Notes The image size is fixed depending on the aspect ratio of the movie: 0.2M] in 16:9 (wide) [ [VGA(0.3M)] in 4:3 The recording medium where you want to save photos should have enough free space. The recording date and time of captured photos is the same as the recording date and time of the movies.
Dubbing/copying movies and photos from the internal recording media to memory card (DCR-SX65/SX85) Touch the type of dubbing. Dubbing movies Select the movie to be dubbed. 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 select]: Touch the movie to be dubbed, and mark it with . You can select multiple movies.
Tips To check the dubbed movies after dubbing is finished, select [MEMORY CARD] on [MOVIE MEDIA SET] and play them back (p. 17). Press and hold the image down on the screen to confirm the image. Touch to return to the previous screen. 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.
Using the Playlist of movies To add all the movies recorded on the same day at one time In step 2, touch [ ADD by date]. The recording dates of movies are displayed on the screen. Creating the Playlist Touch / to select the recording date of the desired movie, then touch . (MENU) [Show Touch others] [PLAYLIST EDIT] (under [EDIT] category). Touch [ . Tips You can add a maximum of 99 movies to the Playlist. You can add a movie on the Playlist by touching (OPTION).
To change the order within the Playlist Playing the Playlist Movies added to the Playlist appear. The selected movie is marked with . Touch the movie you want to play back. Touch the image on the LCD screen to to return confirm the image. Touch to the previous screen. Touch . Select the destination with The Playlist is played back from the selected movie to the end, then the screen returns to the Playlist screen. / .
Saving movies and photos with a computer Creating a disc with one touch (One Touch Disc Burn) Notes Movies and photos are not saved on the computer when you perform One Touch Disc Burn. Table of contents Movies and photos recorded on your camcorder that have not yet been saved with One Touch Disc Burn function can be saved on a disc automatically. Install “PMB” beforehand, however, do not start “PMB.
3 Importing movies and photos to a computer Click [Import]. Table of contents Movies and photos recorded on your camcorder can be imported to a computer. Turn on the computer beforehand. Notes Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 14). Refer to “PMB Help” for details. 1 Turn on your camcorder, then connect the camcorder to the computer using the Built-in USB Cable.
Creating a disc Copying a disc You can create a disc by selecting movies previously imported to your computer (p. 45). 1 Turn on your computer, and place an unused disc on the DVD drive. 2 3 Editing movies You can cut out only necessary parts from a movie and save it as another file. Double-click the movie to be edited on “PMB,” then click [Show Edit Palette] on the right side of the screen [Trim Video], or select the [Manipulate] menu [Edit] [Trim Video]. See “PMB Help” for details.
Uploading images to a media service Select the desired language, then click [OK]. The Region Selection screen appears. Select the appropriate [Region] and [Country/Area], and then click [OK]. You can easily upload images to a blog or other media service. You can upload images from a computer connected to the Internet even when you are away from home or the office. You can easily register the media services (such as blogs) you use frequently. The User Agreement screen appears.
Table of contents Services may be terminated or changed at the will of the website operators. Sony cannot be held responsible for problems arising between users and third parties, including inconvenience caused to users during use of related services, inclusive of termination of (or changes to) such services. To view a website, you will be redirected to it by the Sony server. Access to certain websites may not be possible due to server maintenance, etc.
Saving images with an external device 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). 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. 2 If the external media has the AC power cable, connect it to the wall outlet (wall socket). 3 Connect the USB Adaptor Cable to the external media.
DCR-SX45: Movies and photos that have not yet been saved on to external media can be saved. This screen will appear only when there are newly recorded images. After the operation is completed, touch on the camcorder screen. Notes The number of scenes you can save on the external media are as follows. Movies: 9,999 movies Photos: 9,999 frames × 899 folders The number of scenes may be smaller depending on the type of images recorded.
To finish the external media connection Touch on the VISUAL INDEX screen of the external media. Disconnect the USB Adaptor Cable.
Creating a disc with a DVD writer, recorder Insert an unused disc into the DVD writer, and close the disc tray. The [DISC BURN] screen appears on the camcorder screen. Press writer. 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.
Insert a created disc into the DVD writer. The movies on the disc appear as VISUAL INDEX on the camcorder screen. Press the play button on the DVD writer. Press and hold the image down on the LCD screen to confirm the image. Touch to return to the previous screen. By touching date, you can search for images by date. Notes Do not do any of the following when creating a disc.
Touch the recording media that contains the images on the camcorder screen. Creating a disc with a DVD writer, etc., other than DVDirect Express [ USB CONNECT]: Internal memory (DCR-SX65/SX85) [ USB CONNECT]: Memory card The displayed recording media differ depending on the model. Record movies on the connected device. Notes Sony DVD writer may not be available in some countries/regions.
Insert the recording media in the recording device. A/V connecting cable (supplied) Connect the A/V connecting cable to the input jack of another device. A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO (sold separately) Connect your camcorder to the recording device (a disc recorder, etc.) with the A/V connecting cable (supplied) or an A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO (sold separately). Connect your camcorder to the input jacks of the recording device.
Table of contents OUTPUT] [V-OUT/PANEL] . When the screen size of display devices (TV, (MENU) [Show etc.) is 4:3, touch others] [OUTPUT SETTINGS] (under [GENERAL SET] category) [TV TYPE] . [4:3] When you connect a monaural device, connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video input jack, and the white (left channel) or the red (right channel) plug to the audio input jack on the device.
Customizing your camcorder Using menus MANUAL SETTINGS (Items to adjust for scene condition) p. 62 SHOOTING SET (Items for customized shooting) p. 66 PHOTO SETTINGS (Items for recording photos) p. 68 Table of contents 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. PLAYBACK (Items for playback) p.
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. Tips Depending on the menu items being changed, your camcorder switches between playback mode and recording mode (movie/photo). You can use the menu items more easily by registering the menu items you use most often on MY MENU. You can register 6 menu items on each MY MENU of the MOVIE, PHOTO, and PLAYBACK.
Using the OPTION MENU Table of contents 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 touch appear. Menu item Tab Touch (OPTION). Touch the desired tab the item to change the setting. . After completing the setting, touch Notes Grayed out menu items or settings are not available.
Menu lists DELETE (MANUAL SETTINGS) category MICREF LEVEL 67 67 BACK LIGHT 67 42 ERASE 43 ERASE ALL 43 MOVE 43 USB CONNECT USB CONNECT* 45, 54 USB CONNECT 45, 54 DISC BURN BATTERY INFO 67 44 70 (MANAGE MEDIA) category 68 68 68 MEDIA SETTINGS* MOVIE MEDIA SET 17 PHOTO MEDIA SET 17 MEDIA INFO MEDIA FORMAT INT. MEMORY* 27 MEMORY CARD REPAIR IMG.DB F. INT.
DISPLAY SET 72 OUTPUT SETTINGS TV TYPE 33 DISP OUTPUT 72 15 AREA SET 73 DST SET/SUMMERTIME 73 LANGUAGE SET POWER SETTINGS A.
PORTRAIT (Soft portrait) ( ) MANUAL SETTINGS Brings out the subject such as people or flowers while creating a soft background. (Items to adjust for scene condition) Prevents people’s faces from appearing excessively white when subjects are lit by strong light. See “Using menus” (p. 57) on the operation. The default settings are marked with . SCENE SELECTION SPORTS** ( ) Select to minimize shake when shooting fast moving subjects. You can record images effectively in various situations.
ONE PUSH ( Fades in/out with the black effect. The white balance will be adjusted according to the ambient light. Touch [ONE PUSH]. Frame a white object such as a piece of paper, to fill the screen under the same lighting conditions as you will shoot the subject. Touch [ ]. flashes quickly. When the white balance has been adjusted and stored in the memory, the indicator stops flashing. Out In To cancel the fader before starting the operation, touch [OFF].
SPOT MTR/FCS (Spot meter/ focus) SPOT FOCUS You can select and adjust the focal point to aim it at a subject not located at the center of the screen. END END STBY AUTO Notes [FOCUS] is automatically set to [MANUAL]. EXPOSURE You can fix the brightness of a picture manually. Adjust the brightness when the subject is too bright or too dark.
Notes When you set [FOCUS] to [MANUAL], appears. The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is about 1 cm (about 13/32 in.) for wide angle and about 150 cm (about 59 1/8 in.) for telephoto. Notes When recording a distant subject, focusing may be difficult and can take some time. Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 64) when it is hard to focus automatically.
STANDARD SHOOTING SET Provides the SteadyShot effect under relatively stable recording conditions. (Items for customized shooting) OFF ( ) The SteadyShot function is not used. Notes When you change the setting of [ STEADYSHOT], the imaging field will also change accordingly. REC MODE (Recording mode) Table of contents See “Using menus” (p. 57) on the operation. The default settings are marked with . AUTO SLW SHUTTR (Auto Slow Shutter) See page 25.
The The zooming zone appears when you select 2000×. OFF AUDIO REC SET Up to 70× zoom is performed. 2000× BLT-IN ZOOM MIC (Built-in zoom microphone) Up to 70× zoom is performed, and after that, up to 2000× zoom is performed digitally. You can record a movie with vivid sound appropriate to the zoom position. Notes You can magnify images up to 60 times optically when [ STEADYSHOT] is set to [ACTIVE]. OFF The microphone does not record sound following zooming in or out.
RESET PHOTO SETTINGS (Items for recording photos) See “Using menus” (p. 57) 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. Table of contents 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.
DATE/TIME PLAYBACK (Items for playback) See “Using menus” (p. 57) on the operation. Date Time See page 27. CAMERA DATA VIEW IMAGES Movie Table of contents VISUAL INDEX DATE INDEX See page 30. FILM ROLL See page 30. FACE Photo PLAYLIST See page 42.
OTHERS EDIT (Items for other settings) See “Using menus” (p. 57) on the operation. See “Using menus” (p. 57) on the operation. The default settings are marked with . DELETE USB CONNECT See page 35. See page 54. PROTECT Table of contents (Items for editing) BATTERY INFO See page 37. You can check the estimated remaining capacity of the battery. DIVIDE See page 38. PHOTO CAPTURE To close the battery information screen MOVIE DUB (DCR-SX65/SX85) Touch See page 40.
MANAGE MEDIA (Items for recording media) See “Using menus” (p. 57) on the operation. [EMPTY] allows you to write unintelligible data onto the internal recording media of the camcorder. In this way it may become more difficult to recover any original data. When you dispose of or transfer the camcorder, it is recommended that you perform [EMPTY]. See page 17.
to the camcorder body, the setting becomes [NORMAL] automatically. GENERAL SET (Other setup items) Tips This adjustment does not affect the recorded images in any way. LCD COLOR You can adjust the color of the LCD screen / . by touching SOUND/DISP SET VOLUME Tips This adjustment does not affect the recorded images in any way. You can adjust the volume of playback / .
LCD PANEL 5min Shows displays such as the time code on the LCD screen. The camcorder turns off automatically. NEVER V-OUT/PANEL The camcorder does not turn off automatically. CLOCK/ Notes When you connect your camcorder to a wall outlet (wall socket), [A.SHUT OFF] is automatically set to [NEVER]. LANG CLOCK SET See page 15. POWER ON BY LCD AREA SET You can set your camcorder to turn on and off when you open and close the LCD screen.
When you press (VIEW IMAGES) CALIBRATION See page 90. USB LUN SETTING Table of contents You can set the compatibility of your camcorder when using a USB connection MULTI Default setting. SINGLE Set this if you cannot connect. Notes Set to [MULTI] when using the PMB Portable.
Additional information Troubleshooting If you run into any problems using your camcorder, follow the steps below. Overall operations The power does not turn on. Disconnect the power source, attach the power source again after about 1 minute, and turn the camcorder on. Press RESET (p. 94) using a pointed object, and turn the camcorder on. If you press RESET, all settings, including the clock setting, are reset. The camcorder does not operate even when the power is set to on.
[BLT-IN ZOOM MIC] LEVEL] [BACK LIGHT] 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] The remaining battery time indicator does not indicate the correct time. [MICREF Your camcorder gets warm. The battery pack is quickly discharged. Your camcorder may become warm during operation. This is not a malfunction.
Memory card The access lamp remains lit or flashing even if recording was stopped. Operations using the memory card cannot be performed. The imaging field looks different. Images stored on the memory card cannot be deleted. The actual recording time for movies is less than the expected recording time of the recording media. The maximum number of images that you can delete on the index screen at one time is 100. You cannot delete the protected images.
Even if [ STEADYSHOT] is set to [ACTIVE] or [STANDARD], your camcorder may not be able to compensate for excessive vibrations. Photos cannot be played back. is indicated on an image on the VISUAL INDEX screen. This occurs when the contrast between the subject and the background is too high. This is not a malfunction. A vertical white line may appear on an image taken in bright light. This phenomenon is called the smear effect. This is not a malfunction.
Editing movies/photos on your camcorder Unable to edit. Unable to edit because of the condition of the image. Images are not dubbed correctly. Movies cannot be added in the Playlist. There is no free space in the recording media. You can add no more than 99 movies to a Playlist. Erase unnecessary movies from the Playlist (p. 43). You cannot add photos in the Playlist. Connecting to a Computer “PMB” cannot be installed. A movie cannot be divided.
Because of following settings [FACE DETECTION] [ DIGITAL ZOOM], [SPOT MTR/FCS], [SPOT METER], [EXPOSURE], [TWILIGHT], [CANDLE], [SUNRISE&SUNSET], [FIREWORKS], [LANDSCAPE], [SPOTLIGHT], [BEACH], [SNOW] [SCENE SELECTION] (Battery level warning) Slow flashing The battery pack is nearly used up. Depending on the operating environment or battery conditions, may flash, even if there are about 20 minutes remaining.
Data error. (Warning indicators pertaining to memory card formatting) The memory card is damaged. The memory card is not formatted correctly (p. 71). The Image Database File is damaged. Do you want to create a new file? Incompatible memory card is inserted (p. 18). (Warning indicator pertaining to the write-protect of the memory card) Access to the memory card was restricted on another device.
Write performance of the memory card you are using is insufficient for the movie recording speed of your camcorder. Use a memory card recommended for your camcorder (p. 18). Do not eject the memory card during writing. Data may be damaged. Reinsert the memory card, and follow the instructions on the LCD screen. Your camcorder tries to recover data automatically if the data writing was not performed properly. Other No further selection is possible. Cannot recover data.
Recording time of movies/number of recordable photos Playing time Approximate time available when you use a fully charged battery pack. Internal memory DCR-SX65/SX85 (unit: minute) Battery pack NP-FV30 (supplied) NP-FV50 NP-FV70 NP-FV100 Recording time Approximate time available when you use a fully charged battery pack.
Tips You can record movies of a maximum of 9,999 scenes. The maximum continuous recording time of movies is approximately 13 hours. Your camcorder uses the VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format to automatically adjust image quality to suit the recording scene. This 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 Table of contents 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 a 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. Touch [GENERAL SET] category) [AREA SET] and [DST SET]/[SUMMERTIME] (p. 73).
Maintenance and precautions memory card is inserted facing in the correct direction. Note that improper use may cause a malfunction.
Notes on using the “Memory Stick Micro” media About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack About the remaining battery time indicator What is an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack? An “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that has functions for communicating information related to operating conditions between your camcorder and an AC Adaptor/charger (sold separately).
[Show others] [POWER SETTINGS] [GENERAL SET] category) (under [A.SHUT OFF] [NEVER], and leave your camcorder in recording standby until the power goes off (p. 73). Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use. If decreased usage time between charges becomes significant, it is probably time to replace it with a new one. Each battery’s life is governed by storage, operating and environmental conditions.
Notes If you did not press the right spot, try the calibration again. Do not use a sharp-pointed object for calibration. Doing so may damage the LCD screen. You cannot calibrate the LCD screen if it is rotated, or closed with the screen facing out. You use your camcorder after a squall or a shower. You use your camcorder in a hot and humid place.
will not be affected as long as you are not recording the date. 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. “DVDirect” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
Notes on the License Table of contents 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 Indicator Meaning [00min] Estimated recording remaining time (21) Upper right 9999 9999 100/112 Bottom Upper left Indicator Meaning Bottom MENU button (57) Indicator MICREF LEVEL low (67) WIDE SELECT (67) BLT-IN ZOOM MIC (67) 60 min SCENE SELECTION (62) Remaining battery Recording folder of memory card VIDEO LIGHT (26) White balance (63) SteadyShot off (66) SPOT MTR/FCS (64)/ SPOT METER (64)/ EXPOSURE (64) TELE MACRO (65) Return
Parts and controls (VIEW IMAGES) button (27) POWER button (15) LIGHT button (26) Press to light up the LIGHT. Figures in ( ) are reference pages. iAUTO button (24) (USB) jack (45, 54) Power zoom lever (24, 31) PHOTO button (23) MODE button (20) (movie)/ Table of contents Speaker (photo) lamp (20) RESET button Press RESET using a pointed object. Press RESET to initialize all the settings including the clock setting.
Memory card slot (18) Built-in USB Cable Table of contents 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 A A.SHUT OFF...............................73 A/V connecting cable...........33, 55 Abroad..........................................85 AREA SET....................................73 AUDIO REC SET........................67 AUTO BACK LIGHT.................67 AUTO SLW SHUTTR................66 B C D DATA CODE.........................16, 69 DATE/TIME..........................16, 69 Date Index....................................30 DELETE........................................35 DEMO MODE.......
R S U USB cable................................52, 54 USB CONNECT....................52, 54 USB LUN SETTING...................74 V VBR...............................................83 VIDEO LIGHT............................26 VIEW IMAGES.....................27, 30 VISUAL INDEX..........................27 Volume....................................28, 72 W Wall outlet (wall socket).............12 Warning messages.......................81 WHITE BAL................................63 WHITE FADER.............
Table of contents Useful recording techniques Index Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. http://www.sony.
