User Manual

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Troubleshooting

If you run into any problems using your camcorder, follow the flow chart below.

• Power sources/LCD screen/Wireless Remote Commander (p. 131)

• Memory cards (p. 133)

• Recording (p. 133)

• Playback (p. 136)

• Connecting to TV (p. 137)

• Copying/Editing/Connecting to other devices (p. 138)

• Connecting to a computer (p. 138)

The power does not turn on or abruptly turns off.

• Attach a charged battery pack to the camcorder (p. 21).

• Use the AC Adaptor to connect the camcorder to a wall outlet (wall socket) (p. 21).

The camcorder does not operate even when the power is set to on.

• Disconnect the power source (battery or AC Adaptor), then reconnect it after about 1 minute.

• Select (OTHERS) t INITIALIZE.

The camcorder gets warm.

• Camera body may get warm with use — this is normal.

The POWER/CHG lamp is not lit while charging the battery pack.

• Turn off the power.

• Reattach the battery pack correctly.

• Re-insert the plug in the power outlet correctly.

• The battery pack is already fully charged.

1 Check your camcorder, referring to the items on pages 131 to 138.

2 Disconnect the power source, reconnect the power source after about 1 minute and turn

on your camcorder.

3 Select (OTHERS) t INITIALIZE.

This operation will reset the date, time, and area settings.

4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.

Power sources/LCD screen/Wireless Remote Commander

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