3-210-379-11(1) Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide HDR-SR5E/SR7E/SR8E 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. CAUTION Replace the battery with the specified type only. Otherwise, fire or injury may result. Notice for customers in the United Kingdom A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience.
• When connecting your camcorder to another device with communication cables, be sure to insert the connector plug in the correct way. Pushing the plug forcibly into the terminal will damage the terminal and may result in a malfunction of your camcorder. On recording • Before starting to record, test the recording function to make sure the image and sound are recorded without any problems.
Table of Contents Read this first ........................................................................................... 2 Notes on use ................................................................................................... 2 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items .............................................................. 5 Step 2: Charging the battery pack ...........................................................
Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that you have the following items supplied with your camcorder. The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that item supplied. Wireless Remote Commander (1) AC Adaptor (1) (p. 6) A button-type lithium battery is already installed. Getting Started Remove the insulation sheet before using the Remote Commander. Insulation sheet Mains lead (1) (p. 6) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH60 (1) (p. 6) Handycam Station (1) (p.
Step 2: Charging the battery pack 3 4 POWER switch 5 5 Battery pack 1 /CHG lamp DC IN jack 2 DC plug AC Adaptor Mains lead You can charge the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (H series) after attaching it to your camcorder. b Notes • Your camcorder operates only with an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (H series). To the wall socket 5 Set the camcorder onto the Handycam Station securely. The /CHG (charge) lamp lights up and charging starts.
To charge the battery pack using only the AC Adaptor Slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG), then connect the AC Adaptor directly to the DC IN jack on the camcorder. POWER switch DC IN jack Open the jack cover. DC plug Available running time for the supplied battery pack Charging time: Approximate time (min.) required when you fully charge a completely exhausted battery pack. Recording/Playback time: Approximate time (min.) available when you use a fully charged battery pack.
Step 3: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time 1 Touch the button on the LCD screen. POWER switch When using the camcorder for the first time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears on the LCD screen. 1 While pressing the green button, slide the POWER switch repeatedly in the direction of the arrow until the respective lamp lights up. (Movie): To record movies The clock starts.
Step 4: Preparing for recording Adjusting the LCD panel Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play (2). Fasten the grip belt and hold your camcorder correctly. 190 degrees to the camcorder Getting Started 290 degrees (max.) Fastening the grip belt DISP/BATT INFO 2180 degrees (max.
Recording/Playback Recording START/STOP D POWER switch C START/STOP A [STBY] t [REC] (HOME) B (p. 19) PHOTO E EASY F Flashing t Lights up 1 Slide the POWER switch C until the respective lamp lights up. Press the green button only when the POWER switch C is in the OFF (CHG) position. • • (Movie): To record movies (Still): To record still images 2 Start recording. Movies Press START/STOP A (or D). To stop recording, press START/STOP A (or D) again. • You cannot record movies on a “Memory Stick Duo.
z Tips To record still images on a “Memory Stick Duo” You can change the recording media of still images to a “Memory Stick Duo.” You can use only a “Memory Stick Duo” marked with or . x Inserting/ejecting a “Memory Stick Duo” Open the LCD panel, then insert the “Memory Stick Duo” into the Memory Stick Duo slot in the right direction until it clicks. ACCESS lamp (“Memory Stick Duo”) To eject a “Memory Stick Duo,” open the LCD panel, then lightly push the “Memory Stick Duo” in once.
Playback (VIEW IMAGES) A (Film Roll Index) B POWER switch D (VIEW IMAGES) C 1 Returns to the recording screen 2 Previous 6 images 3 Next 6 images 4 Returns to the recording screen 5 Displays movies with HD (high definition) image quality* 6 Displays still images on the hard disk 7 Displays still images on a “Memory Stick Duo” 8 Searches for images by date 9 (OPTION) * appears for movies with SD (standard definition) image quality. 1 Slide the POWER switch D to turn on your camcorder.
To adjust the sound volume of movies When playing back a movie, touch (OPTION) t tab t [VOLUME], then adjust the volume with / . z Tips • When playback from the selected movie reaches the last movie, the screen returns to the INDEX screen. • i appears with the image on the tab that was most recently played back/recorded (B for the still image in the “Memory Stick Duo”). When you touch a movie marked with i, you can play it back from the point it was previously stopped.
Parts and functions used for the camcorder The numbers in ( ) are reference pages. Handycam Station 1 Power zoom lever To use the zoom, move the power zoom lever. Move the power zoom lever slightly for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom. You can magnify still images from about 1.1 to 5 times the original size (Playback zoom). 14 • When you touch the screen during playback zoom, the point you touched will be displayed in the center of the displayed frame.
5 Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (9) (HDR-SR7E/SR8E) 6 ACCESS lamp (Hard disk) When the ACCESS lamp is lit or flashing, your camcorder is writing/reading data. 7 (flash) button You can select the settings for the flash. wa Speaker Sound comes out from the speaker while playing back. ws LCD screen/touch panel To record in mirror mode, open the LCD screen 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side (2). 8 REMOTE jack Connect other optional accessories.
eg DISP/BATT INFO button You can switch the screen display when you press while the power is set to on. When you press while the power is set to OFF (CHG), you can check the remaining battery. eh RESET button To initialize the settings (Reset), press RESET to initialize all the settings, including settings for date and time. ej Internal microphone Records sound. Sound picked up by the internal microphone is converted to 5.1ch surround sound and recorded. ek Flash Flashes when using the flash.
Indicators displayed during recording/playback Recording movies A Recording quality (HD/SD) and Recording mode (XP/HQ/SP/LP) B HOME button C Remaining battery (approx.) D Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or [REC] (recording)) E Counter (hour/minute/second) F OPTION button G Dual Rec Recording still images H VIEW IMAGES button I Face Index set K Quality ([FINE]/[STD]) L Image size M Appears while a still image is being saved.
X VISUAL INDEX button Upper right Indicators when you made changes Indicator Meaning FADER LCD backlight off Following indicators appear during recording/playback to indicate the settings of your camcorder. Upper left Center Upper right Drop sensor off Drop sensor activated Bottom Indicator Meaning Picture effect Digital effect Manual focus 9 Bottom SCENE SELECTION Upper left Indicator Meaning 5.1ch surround recording/playback Backlight .
Performing various functions - “ “ OPTION” HOME” and • You cannot simultaneously select or activate the grayed items in the current recording/playback situation. (HOME) B To see the explanation of the function of each item on the HOME MENU (HELP) (HOME) A (OPTION) 1 Press (HOME) A (or B). 2 Touch (HELP). The bottom of (HELP) turns orange. Using the HOME MENU 1 Turn on your camcorder, then press (HOME) A (or B). 3 Touch the item you want to learn about.
b Notes COMPUTER • When the item you want is not on the screen, touch another tab. If you cannot find the item anywhere, the function is not available under the current situation. • The tabs and items that appear on the screen depend on the recording/playback status of your camcorder at the time. • Some items appear without a tab. • The (OPTION) MENU cannot be used during Easy Handycam operation (p. 11).
SOUND/DISP SET*2 [VOLUME]*1, [BEEP]*1, [LCD BRIGHT], [LCD BL LEVEL], [LCD COLOR], [VF B.LIGHT]*3 OUTPUT SETTINGS [TV TYPE], [DISP OUTPUT], [COMPONENT] CLOCK/ LANG [CLOCK SET]*1, [AREA SET], [SUMMERTIME], [ LANGUAGE SET]*1 GENERAL SET *1 You can set these items also during Easy Handycam operation (p. 11). *2 The menu name is changed to [SOUND SETTINGS] during Easy Handycam operation. *3 HDR-SR7E/SR8E Items you can set only on the OPTION MENU will be described below.
Saving images Due to the limited capacity of the internal hard disk, make sure that you save the image data to some type of external media such as a DVD-R or a computer. You can save the images recorded on the camcorder as described below. Saving images using a computer By using “Picture Motion Browser” on the supplied CD-ROM, you can save images on a DVD or the hard disk of a computer. For details, see “Picture Motion Browser Guide.
Enjoying with a computer Viewing “Handycam Handbook” (PDF) For details on using your camcorder, see “Handycam Handbook” (PDF). To view “Handycam Handbook” (PDF), you need to install Adobe Reader on your computer. For Windows users 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Place the CD-ROM (supplied) in the disc drive of your computer. The select screen for installation appears. 4 Select the desired language and the model name of your Handycam, then click [Handycam Handbook (PDF)]. Installation starts.
What you can do with a Windows computer When you install the “Picture Motion Browser” on a Windows computer from the supplied CD-ROM, you can enjoy the following operations. x Creating a disc with images taken with your camcorder by one simple operation By pressing DISC BURN on the Handycam Station (p. 16), you can save images recorded on your camcorder to a disc on your computer.
DVD burner (CD-ROM drive is necessary for installation) b Notes Installing software You need to install the software to your Windows computer before connecting your camcorder to the computer. The installation is required only for the first time. Contents to be installed and procedures may differ depending on your OS. disc drive of your computer. The installation screen appears. If the screen does not appear 1 Click [Start], then click [My Computer]. (For Windows 2000, double-click [My Computer].
2 Set the camcorder onto the Handycam Station, then slide the POWER switch to turn on. 3 Connect the (USB) jack of the Handycam Station to the (USB) jack of the computer using the supplied USB cable. 4 Touch [ COMPUTER] on the LCD screen of your camcorder. 10Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software. One of the following installation screens appears, depending on the computer environment. Check the screen and follow the instructions displayed to install the required software.
Operating “Picture Motion Browser” After you install the software, shortcut icons for “Picture Motion Browser” and “Picture Motion Browser Guide” are created on the desktop. For the basic operation of “Picture Motion Browser,” see “Picture Motion Browser Guide.” Double-click to start “Picture Motion Browser.” Double-click to start “Picture Motion Browser Guide.” To import the images to the computer, etc., connect your camcorder to the computer by the following steps.
2 Click [Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device]. 3 Click [OK] (Windows 2000 only). 4 Touch [END] on the screen of your camcorder. 5 Touch [YES] on the screen of your camcorder. 6 Disconnect the USB cable from the Handycam Station and the computer. b Notes • Do not disconnect the USB cable while the ACCESS lamp is lit. • Before turning off your camcorder, disconnect the USB cable following the proper procedures described above. • Disconnect the USB cable using the proper procedures described above.
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 be required to initialize 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.
You cannot make new recording during this period. • The hard disk of the camcorder is full. Delete unnecessary images (p. 22). • Total number of movie scenes or still images exceeds the recordable capacity of your camcorder. Delete unnecessary images (p. 22). The recording stops. • The temperature of your camcorder is extremely high/low. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool/warm place.
(Warning on the hard disk of the camcorder)* Fast flashing • An error may have occurred with the hard disk drive in your camcorder. (Warning on the hard disk of the camcorder)* Fast flashing • The hard disk of the camcorder is fully recorded. • An error may have occurred with the hard disk drive in your camcorder. E (Battery level warning) Slow flashing • The battery pack is nearly used up.
Additional Information Precautions On use and care • Do not use or store the camcorder and accessories in the following locations: – Anywhere extremely hot, cold or humid. Never leave them exposed to temperatures above 60°C (140°F), such as under direct sunlight, near heaters or in a car parked in the sun. They may malfunction or become deformed. – Near strong magnetic fields or mechanical vibration. The camcorder may malfunction. – Near strong radio waves or radiation.
– Leaving the casing in contact with rubber or vinyl objects for a long period of time. 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 AVCHD (HD)/MPEG2 (SD)/JPEG (Still images) Audio compression format Dolby Digital 2/5.1ch Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator Video signal PAL color, CCIR standards 1080/50i specification Hard disk HDR-SR5E: 40 GB HDR-SR7E: 60 GB HDR-SR8E: 100 GB When measuring media capacity, 1 GB equals 1 billion bytes, a portion of which is used for data management. Recording format Movie (HD): AVCHD 1080/50i Movie (SD): MPEG2-PS Still image: Exif Ver.2.
Input/Output connectors Audio/Video output 10-pin connector Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms) Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms) Chrominance signal: 0.3 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms) Audio signal: 327 mV (at load impedance 47 kΩ (kilohms)), Output impedance with less than 2.2 kΩ (kilohms) COMPONENT OUT jack Y: 1 Vp-p, 75Ω (ohms) PB/PR, CB/CR: ± 350 mV, 75 Ω (ohms) HDMI OUT jack HDMI Type C mini connector including the projecting parts 75 × 81 × 140 mm (3 × 3 1/4 × 5 5/8 in.
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.) 48 × 29 × 81 mm (1 15/16 × 1 3/16 × 3 1/4 in.) (w/h/d) excluding the projecting parts Mass (approx.) 170 g (6.0 oz) excluding the mains lead * See the label on the AC Adaptor for other specifications. Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH60 Maximum output voltage DC 8.4 V Output voltage DC 7.2 V Capacity 7.2 Wh (1 000 mAh) Dimensions (approx.) 31.8 × 33.3 × 45.
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