Sony DCR SR36E User Manual

4-109-555-11(1)  
Digital Video Camera Recorder  
Operating Guide  
DCR-SR35E/SR36E/SR45E/SR46E/SR55E/  
SR65E/SR75E/SR85E  
For details on the advanced operations, please refer to  
“Handycam Handbook” (PDF).  
2008 Sony Corporation  
negative consequences for the environment  
and human health which could otherwise  
be caused by inappropriate waste handling  
of the battery. e recycling of the  
materials will help to conserve natural  
resources.  
In case of products that for safety,  
performance or data integrity reasons  
require a permanent connection with an  
incorporated battery, this battery should be  
replaced by qualified service staff only.  
To ensure that the battery will be treated  
properly, hand over the product at end-of-  
life to the applicable collection point for  
the recycling of electrical and electronic  
equipment.  
For all other batteries, please view the  
section on how to remove the battery from  
the product safely. Hand the battery over  
to the applicable collection point for the  
recycling of waste batteries.  
For more detailed information about  
recycling of this product or battery, please  
contact your local Civic Office, your  
household waste disposal service or the  
shop where you purchased the product.  
Regulatory Information  
Declaration of Conformity  
Trade Name: SONY  
Model No.: DCR-SR45E, DCR-SR46E  
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.  
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego,  
CA 92127 U.S.A.  
Telephone number: 858-942-2230  
is device complies with Part 15 of the  
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the  
following two conditions: (1) is device  
may not cause harmful interference,  
and (2) this device must accept any  
interference received, including  
interference that may cause undesired  
operation.  
Declaration of Conformity  
Trade Name: SONY  
Model No.: DCR-SR65E, DCR-SR85E  
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.  
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego,  
CA 92127 U.S.A.  
Telephone number: 858-942-2230  
is device complies with Part 15 of the  
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the  
following two conditions: (1) is device  
may not cause harmful interference,  
and (2) this device must accept any  
interference received, including  
interference that may cause undesired  
operation.  
Notice for the customers in the  
countries applying EU Directives  
e manufacturer of this product is Sony  
Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku  
Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. e Authorized  
Representative for EMC and product safety  
is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger  
Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For  
any service or guarantee matters please  
refer to the addresses given in separate  
service or guarantee documents.  
Note  
DCR-SR65E/SR85E is to be used with the  
Handycam Station Model DCRA-C200 and AC  
Adaptor Model AC-L200/L200B.  
For customers in the U.S.A.  
CAUTION  
You are cautioned that any changes or  
modifications not expressly approved in  
this manual could void your authority to  
operate this equipment.  
If you have any questions about this  
product, you may call:  
Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-  
222-SONY (7669).  
e number below is for the FCC related  
matters only.  
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Note  
Notes on use  
is equipment has been tested and found  
to comply with the limits for a Class B  
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the  
FCC Rules.  
Supplied items  
e numbers in ( ) are the supplied  
quantity.  
ese limits are designed to provide  
reasonable protection against harmful  
interference in a residential installation.  
is equipment generates, uses, and  
can radiate radio frequency energy and,  
if not installed and used in accordance  
with the instructions, may cause harmful  
interference to radio communications.  
However, there is no guarantee that  
interference will not occur in a particular  
installation. If this equipment does cause  
harmful interference to radio or television  
reception, which can be determined  
by turning the equipment off and on,  
the user is encouraged to try to correct  
the interference by one or more of the  
following measures:  
AC Adaptor (1)  
Power cord (Mains lead) (1)  
Handycam Station (1) (DCR-SR55E/SR65E/  
SR75E/SR85E)  
A/V connecting cable (1)   
USB cable (1)   
Wireless Remote Commander (1) (DCR-  
SR55E/SR65E/SR75E/SR85E)  
A button-type lithium battery is already  
installed.  
Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH40 (1)  
21-pin adaptor (1) (DCR-SR55E/SR65E/SR75E/  
SR85E)  
For the models with the  
mark printed on  
their bottom surfaces only.  
CD-ROM “Handycam Application Soſtware”  
(1) (p. 25)  
Picture Motion Browser (Soſtware)  
PMB Guide  
Handycam Handbook (PDF)  
“Operating Guide” (is manual) (1)  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the  
equipment and receiver.  
Connect the equipment into an outlet on  
a circuit different from that to which the  
receiver is connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/  
TV technician for help.  
e supplied interface cable must be used  
with the equipment in order to comply  
with the limits for a digital device pursuant  
to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.  
Using the camcorder  
e camcorder is not dustproofed, dripproofed  
or waterproofed. See “Precautions” (p. 31).  
Do not do any of the following when the  
(movie)/ (still image) lamps (p. 11) or  
ACCESS lamps (p. 13, 18) is lit or flashing.  
Otherwise the media may be damaged, recorded  
images may be lost or other malfunctions could  
occur.  
Remove the “Memory Stick PRO Duo.”  
Remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor from  
the camcorder.  
Battery pack  
is device complies with Part 15 of the  
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the  
following two conditions:(1) is device  
may not cause harmful interference, and  
(2) this device must accept any interference  
received, including interference that may  
cause undesired operation.  
Apply mechanical shock or vibration to the  
camcorder.  
When connecting your camcorder to another  
device with a cable, be sure to insert the  
connector plug in the correct way. Pushing the  
plug forcibly into the terminal will damage the  
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terminal and may result in a malfunction of  
your camcorder.  
Do not apply shock or vibration to your  
camcorder. e hard disk of the camcorder may  
not be recognized, or recording or playback  
may not be possible.  
90 degrees to the  
camcorder  
90 degrees (max.)  
Do not use your camcorder in very loud areas.  
e hard disk of the camcorder may not be  
recognized, or recording may not be possible.  
To protect the internal hard disk from shock  
by dropping, the camcorder has drop sensor  
function*. When a drop occurs, or under a non-  
gravity condition, the block noise made when  
this function is activated by the camcorder may  
also be recorded. If the drop sensor catches a  
drop repeatedly, recording/play back may be  
stopped.  
When the temperature of the camcorder  
becomes extremely high or extremely low, you  
may not be able to record or play back on the  
camcorder, due to the protection features of the  
camcorder being activated in such situations.  
In this case, an indicator appears on the LCD  
screen (p. 29).  
180 degrees (max.)  
e LCD screen is manufactured using  
extremely high-precision technology, so over  
99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective  
use. However, there may be some tiny black  
points and/or bright points (white, red, blue,  
or green in color) that appear constantly on the  
LCD screen. ese points are normal results of  
the manufacturing process and do not affect the  
recording in any way.  
Remove the insulation sheet before using the  
Remote Commander.  
(DCR-SR55E/SR65E/SR75E/SR85E)  
Do not turn on the camcorder in a low-pressure  
area, where the altitude is more than 3,000  
meters (9,800 feet). Doing so may damage the  
hard disk drive of your camcorder.  
Insulation sheet  
If you repeat recording/deleting images for a  
long time, fragmentation of data occurs on the  
media. Images cannot be saved or recorded. In  
such a case, save your images on some type of  
external media first, and then perform [MEDIA  
FORMAT]*.  
Types of “Memory Stick” you can use  
with your camcorder  
For recording movies, it is recommended that  
you use a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” of 512 MB  
or larger marked with:  
Fasten the grip belt and hold your camcorder  
correctly while recording.  
(“Memory Stick  
PRO Duo”)*  
(“Memory Stick  
PRO-HG Duo”)  
*
Marked with Mark2 or not are available.  
A “Memory Stick PRO Duo” of up to 8 GB has  
been confirmed to operate correctly with this  
camcorder.  
See page 12 for the recordable time of a  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo.”  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” and “Memory Stick  
PRO-HG Duo” are both called as “Memory  
Stick PRO Duo” in this manual.  
To adjust the LCD panel, open the LCD panel  
90 degrees to the camcorder (), then rotate it  
to the best angle to record or play ().  
You can rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees to  
the lens side () to record in mirror mode.  
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On recording  
About this manual  
Before starting to record, test the recording  
function to make sure the image and sound are  
recorded without any problems.  
Compensation for failure or loss of recording  
cannot be provided, even if recording or  
playback is not possible due to a malfunction of  
the camcorder, recording media, etc.  
TV color systems differ depending on the  
country/region. To view your recordings on a  
TV, you need a PAL system-based TV.  
Television programs, films, video tapes,  
and other materials may be copyrighted.  
Unauthorized recording of such materials may  
be contrary to the copyright laws.  
e LCD screens and indicators shown in this  
manual were taken with a digital still camera,  
and may look different from what you actually  
see.  
In this Operating Guide, the hard disk and  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” are called “media.”  
Unless otherwise specifically indicated,  
illustrations in this manual are based on DCR-  
SR85E.  
e screenshots are from Windows Vista, and  
may vary depending on the operating system of  
the computer.  
*
Refer also to “Handycam Handbook” (PDF)  
and “PMB Guide.”  
Save all your recorded image data  
To prevent your image data from being lost,  
save all your recorded images on external media  
periodically. It is recommended that you save  
the image data on a disc such as a DVD-R using  
your computer*. Also, you can save your image  
data using a VCR, or a DVD/HDD recorder*.  
When the camcorder is connected to a  
computer  
Do not try to format the hard disk of the  
camcorder using a computer. If you do so, your  
camcorder may not operate correctly.  
Note on disposal/transfer  
If you perform [MEDIA FORMAT]* to format  
the hard disk of the camcorder, data may not be  
completely deleted from the hard disk. When  
you transfer the camcorder, it is recommended  
that you perform [ EMPTY]* to prevent the  
recovery of your data.  
In addition to the above, when you dispose of  
the camcorder, it is recommended that you  
destroy the actual body of the camcorder.  
About language setting  
e on-screen displays in each local language  
are used for illustrating the operating  
procedures. Change the screen language before  
using your camcorder if necessary (p. 11).  
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Table of contents  
Read this first .................................................2  
Getting Started  
Step 1: Charging the battery pack .........8  
Step 2: Turning the power on, and  
setting the date and time .................... 11  
Changing the language setting............... 11  
Step 3: Selecting the media................... 12  
Recording/Playback  
Recording..................................................... 14  
Playback........................................................ 15  
Playing the image on a TV........................... 16  
Other parts and functions of the  
camcorder ................................................. 17  
Indicators displayed during recording/  
playback..................................................... 19  
Performing various functions -  
HOME” and “ OPTION”.............. 21  
Saving images ............................................ 23  
Deleting images......................................... 24  
Enjoying with a computer  
Performing with a computer................. 25  
Handbook/software to be installed....... 25  
Installing “Picture Motion Browser”........ 25  
Troubleshooting  
Troubleshooting........................................ 28  
Self-diagnosis display/Warning  
indicators............................................................ 29  
Additional Information  
Precautions.................................................. 31  
Specifications.............................................. 33  
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GSetttiengpSta1rte:d Charging the battery pack  
You can charge the “InfoLITHIUM”  
DCR-SR55E/SR65E/SR75E/SR85E  
battery pack (H series) after attaching  
it to your camcorder.  
CHG lamp  
Notes  
Your camcorder operates only with an  
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (H series).  
Battery pack  
1
2
3
Turn the POWER switch in the  
direction of the arrow to OFF (CHG)  
(the default setting).  
Attach the battery pack by sliding it  
in the direction of the arrow until it  
clicks.  
POWER switch  
DC plug  
With the mark  
on the top  
For DCR-SR55E/SR65E/SR75E/  
SR85E:  
Connect the AC Adaptor to the DC  
IN jack on the Handycam Station.  
DC IN jack  
AC Adaptor  
Power cord  
(Mains lead)  
For DCR-SR35E/SR36E/SR45E/  
SR46E:  
Connect the AC Adaptor to the DC  
IN jack on your camcorder.  
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To the wall outlet  
(wall socket)  
Open the jack cover and connect the  
DC plug of the AC Adaptor to the DC  
IN jack.  
DCR-SR35E/SR36E/SR45E/SR46E  
DC plug  
With the mark on the right  
4
For DCR-SR55E/SR65E/SR75E/  
SR85E:  
DC IN jack  
Connect the power cord (mains  
lead) to the AC Adaptor and the  
wall outlet (wall socket). Insert  
the camcorder into the Handycam  
Station securely, all the way to the  
bottom.  
When setting the camcorder onto the  
Handycam Station, close the DC IN jack  
cover.  
Open the jack cover.  
Power cord  
(Mains lead)  
AC Adaptor  
To the wall outlet  
(wall socket)  
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you use a fully charged battery pack.  
(Unit:min.)  
For DCR-SR35E/SR36E/SR45E/  
SR46E:  
Connect the power cord (mains  
lead) to the AC Adaptor and the wall  
outlet (wall socket).  
e CHG (charge) lamp lights up and  
charging starts.  
DCR-SR35E/SR36E/ DCR-SR55E/SR65E/  
SR45E/SR46E  
SR75E/SR85E  
Charging time  
Recording time  
125  
125  
Continuous  
recording  
time  
Typical  
recording  
time  
e CHG (charge) lamp turns off when  
the battery is fully charged.  
100  
110  
90  
105  
Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the  
DC IN jack holding both the DC plug  
and the Handycam Station (DCR-  
SR55E/SR65E/SR75E/SR85E) or your  
camcorder (DCR-SR35E/SR36E/SR45E/  
SR46E).  
50  
50  
45  
50  
120  
140  
120  
140  
Playback time  
Top: When the media is set to the hard disk  
Bottom: When the media is set to the “Memory  
Stick PRO Duo”  
Tips  
For DCR-SR55E/SR65E/SR75E/SR85E:  
Same as DCR-SR35E/SR36E/SR45E/SR46E, you  
can charge the battery pack by connecting the  
AC Adaptor to your camcorder.  
Notes  
All times measured under the following  
settings:  
Recording mode: [SP]  
e LCD backlight turns: [ON]  
Typical recording time shows the time when  
you repeat recording start/stop, turning the  
power on/off and zooming.  
To remove the battery pack  
Turn the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).  
Slide the BATT (battery) release lever and  
remove the battery pack.  
BATT (battery)  
release lever  
On the battery pack  
Before changing the battery pack or removing  
the AC Adaptor from the camcorder, turn  
the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) and make  
sure that the  
(Movie) lamp/  
(Still) lamp  
(p. 11)/ACCESS lamps (p. 13, 18) is turned off.  
e power will not be supplied from the  
battery as long as the AC Adaptor is connected  
to the DC IN jack of your camcorder or the  
Handycam Station (DCR-SR55E/SR65E/SR75E/  
SR85E), even when the power cord (mains  
lead) is disconnected from the wall outlet (wall  
socket).  
Available running time for the  
supplied battery pack  
On the charging/recording/playback time  
Charging time:  
Times measured when using the camcorder at  
25°C (77 ˚F) (10°C to 30°C (50 ˚F to 86 ˚F) is  
recommended).  
e available recording and playback time will  
be shorter when you use your camcorder in low  
temperatures.  
Approximate time (min.) required to fully  
charge a completely exhausted battery  
pack.  
Recording/Playback time:  
Approximate time (min.) available when  
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e available recording and playback time will  
be shorter depending on the conditions under  
which you use your camcorder.  
On the AC Adaptor  
Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when  
using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC  
Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket)  
immediately if any malfunction occurs while  
using your camcorder.  
Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow  
space, such as between a wall and furniture.  
Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC  
Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic  
objects. is may cause a malfunction.  
Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power  
source (mains) is still supplied to it while  
connected to the wall outlet (wall socket) via the  
AC Adaptor.  
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Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and  
time  
(HOME) (p. 21)  
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
2
While pressing the green button,  
turn the POWER switch repeatedly  
in the direction of the arrow until  
the respective lamp lights up.  
(Movie): To record movies  
(Still): To record still images  
e clock starts.  
Go to step 3 when you turn on your  
Tips  
camcorder for the first time.  
e date and time do not appear during  
recording, but they are automatically recorded  
on the media, and can be displayed during  
playback.  
When you turn on the  
(Still) lamp,  
the screen aspect ratio is changed to 4:3  
automatically.  
You can turn off the operation beeps by  
touching  
(HOME)   
(SETTINGS)   
Touch  
(HOME)  
(SETTINGS)  
[SOUND/DISP SET][BEEP] [OFF].  
[CLOCK/ LANG] [CLOCK  
SET].  
Changing the language setting  
e [CLOCK SET] screen appears.  
You can change the on-screen displays to  
show messages in a specified language.  
3
4
Select the desired geographical  
Touch (HOME)   
(SETTINGS)   
area with  
/
, then touch [NEXT].  
[CLOCK/ LANG] [ LANGUAGE  
SET], then select the desired language.  
Set [SUMMERTIME], [Y] (year), [M]  
(month), [D] (day), hour and minute,  
then touch  
.
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Step 3: Selecting the media  
You can select the hard disk or “Memory  
Stick PRO Duo” as the recording/playback/  
editing media on your camcorder. Select  
the media for movies and still images  
separately.  
e default setting is hard disk for movies  
and still images.  
e media setting screen appears.  
60min  
Hard disk  
3
4
Select the media you want to set.  
Movie  
Notes  
Still image  
Touch [YES]   
.
“Memory Stick”  
e media is changed.  
You can do recording/playback/editing  
operations for the selected media only. When  
you want to change, reselect the media.  
e recordable time with [SP] recording mode  
(the default setting) is as follows (approx):  
To confirm the recording media setting  
Turn the POWER switch repeatedly to light  
up the  
(Movie)/ (Still) lamp, depending  
e internal hard disk:  
on which media setting you want to check.  
DCR-SR35E/SR45E: 10 hours 40 minutes  
DCR-SR36E/SR46E/SR55E/SR65E: 14 hours  
30 minutes  
Check the media icon on the screen.  
: Hard disk  
: “Memory  
Stick PRO Duo”  
DCR-SR75E/SR85E: 21 hours 50 minutes  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” (4 GB) made by  
Sony Corporation: 80 minutes  
Check the number of recordable still images on  
the LCD screen of your camcorder (p. 19).  
Inserting the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”  
1
Touch  
(HOME)   
(MANAGE  
MEDIA) tab on the screen.  
Prepare a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” if  
[MEMORY STICK] has been selected as  
the media.  
For types of “Memory Stick” you can use in  
your camcorder, see page 5.  
1
Insert a “Memory Stick PRO Duo.”  
Open the Memory Stick Duo cover in the  
direction of the arrow.  
2
Touch [MOVIE MEDIA SET] to select  
the media for movies, and touch  
[PHOTO MEDIA SET] to select the  
media for still images.  
Insert a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” into  
the Memory Stick Duo slot in the right  
orientation until it clicks.  
Close the Memory Stick Duo cover.  
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Notes  
Do not open the Memory Stick Duo cover while  
recording.  
Inserting a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” forcibly  
in the wrong direction may cause a malfunction  
to the “Memory Stick PRO Duo,” Memory Stick  
Duo slot or image data.  
If [Failed to create a new Image Database File.  
It may be possible that there is not enough free  
space.] appears in step 3, format the “Memory  
Stick PRO Duo.” All recorded data on the  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” will be deleted when  
you format.  
ACCESS lamp  
(“Memory Stick  
PRO Duo”)  
Be careful not to allow the “Memory Stick PRO  
Duo” to pop out and fall when you push on and  
remove it.  
2
If you have selected [MEMORY  
STICK] as the movie media, turn the  
POWER switch until the (Movie)  
lamp lights up.  
 e [Create a new Image Database File.]  
screen appears on the LCD screen when  
you insert a new “Memory Stick PRO  
Duo.”  
3
Touch [YES].  
To record only still images on a  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo,” touch [NO].  
To remove the “Memory Stick PRO  
Duo”  
Open the Memory Stick Duo cover and  
lightly push on the “Memory Stick PRO  
Duo.”  
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Recording/Playback  
Recording  
 e images are recorded on the media selected on the media setting (p. 12).  
e default setting is hard disk for both movies and still images.  
LENS COVER switch  
START/STOP   
POWER switch  
[STBY] [REC]  
: To record movies  
: To record still images  
PHOTO  
Flashing Lights up  
START/STOP   
1
2
Slide the LENS COVER switch to open.  
Turn the POWER switch until the respective lamp lights up.  
Press the green button only when the POWER switch is in the OFF (CHG) position.  
3
Start recording.  
Movies  
Still Images  
Press START/STOP (or ).  
Press PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus  
(a beep sounds), then press it fully  
(a shutter click sounds).  
To stop recording, press START/STOP  
again.  
appears beside or . When  
disappears, the image has been recorded.  
Tips  
e maximum continuous recordable time of  
movies is approximately 13 hours.  
When a movie file exceeds 2 GB, the next movie  
file is created automatically.  
You can check the free media space by touching  
(HOME)   
(MANAGE MEDIA)   
[MEDIA INFO].  
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Playback  
You can play back images recorded on the media selected in the media setting (p. 12).  
e default setting is the hard disk.  
(VIEW IMAGES)  
button   
POWER switch  
(VIEW IMAGES) button   
HOME MENU  
Displays still images  
(OPTION)  
Searches for images by date  
Previous 6 images  
Next 6 images  
Returns to the recording screen  
Displays movies  
Goes to the (Face Index) screen  
Goes to the (Film Roll Index) screen  
1
2
Turn the POWER switch to turn on your camcorder.  
Press the  
(VIEW IMAGES) (or ) button.  
e VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the LCD screen. (It may take some seconds.)  
3
Start playback.  
Movies  
Still Images  
Touch the  
played back.  
tab, and the movie to be  
Touch the  
tab, and the still image to  
be played back.  
Goes to beginning Toggles Play  
Slide show button  
of the scene/  
or Pause as  
you touch  
Next  
movie  
previous movie  
Previous/  
Next  
Goes to the VISUAL  
INDEX screen  
Stop (goes to the VISUAL Reverse/Forward  
INDEX screen)  
15  
To adjust the volume of movies  
Playing the image on a TV  
When playing back a movie, touch  
(OPTION)   
tab [VOLUME], then  
Connect your camcorder to the input jack  
of a TV or VCR using the A/V connecting  
cable (supplied) or an A/V connecting  
cable with S VIDEO (optional). For  
details, see “Handycam Handbook” (PDF).  
adjust the volume with  
/
.
Tips  
 appears with the image on each of the  
tab that was lastly played back/recorded. When  
you touch image marked with , you can  
play it back from the point you have stopped  
previously.  
DCR-SR35E/SR36E/SR45E/SR46E  
A/V Remote  
Connector  
A/V OUT jack  
DCR-SR55E/SR65E/SR75E/  
SR85E  
(Yellow)  
(White)  
(Red)  
(Yellow)  
: Signal flow  
VCR or TVs  
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Other parts and functions of the camcorder  
playback zoom, the point you touched will  
be displayed in the center of the displayed  
frame.  
Buttons, jacks, etc., which are not explained  
in other chapters, are explained here.  
Hook for a shoulder belt  
Attach the shoulder belt (optional).  
Remote sensor (DCR-SR55E/SR65E/  
SR75E/SR85E)/Infrared port  
Receives the signal from the Remote  
Commander.  
Built-in microphone  
Zoom buttons  
Press for zooming in/out.  
You can magnify still images from  
about 1.1 to 5 times the original size  
(Playback zoom).  
When you touch the screen during playback  
zoom, the point you touched will be  
displayed in the center of the LCD screen.  
(DISC BURN) button  
Create a disc by connecting the  
camcorder to a computer. For details,  
see “PMB Guide” (p. 25).  
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.  
Handycam Station  
(DCR-SR55E/SR65E/SR75E/SR85E)  
  (back light) button  
Press (back light) to display for  
adjusting the exposure for backlit  
subjects. Press (back light) again to  
cancel the backlight function.  
RESET button  
Press RESET to initialize all the settings,  
including the clock setting.  
Recording/Playback  
Speaker  
Power zoom lever  
Tripod receptacle (Bottom surface)  
Attach the tripod (optional: the length  
of the screw must be less than 5.5 mm  
(7/32 in.)) to the tripod receptacle using  
a tripod screw.  
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).  
EASY button  
When you touch the screen during  
Press EASY to display  
and most  
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of the settings are set automatically for  
easy recording/playback. To cancel,  
press EASY again.  
NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch  
Set the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch  
to ON ( appears) to record in dark  
places.  
QUICK ON button  
e QUICK ON lamp flashes and your  
camcorder goes to power saving mode  
(sleep mode). Press QUICK ON again  
to start recording next time. Your  
camcorder returns to recording standby  
in approximately 1 second.  
With [QUICK ON STBY], you can set  
the time when the camcorder turns off  
in sleep mode.  
ACCESS lamp (Hard disk)  
When the ACCESS lamp is lit or  
flashing, your camcorder is writing/  
reading data.  
Connecting to the devices  
A/V Remote Connector / A/V OUT  
jack  
Connect with the A/V connecting cable.  
  (USB) jack  
(DCR-SR35E/SR36E/SR55E/SR75E:  
output only)  
Connect with the USB cable.  
Active Interface Shoe  
(DCR-  
SR55E/SR65E/SR75E/SR85E)  
e Active Interface Shoe supplies  
power to optional accessories such as  
a video light, a flash, or a microphone.  
e accessory can be turned on or off as  
you operate the POWER switch on your  
camcorder.  
Interface connector  
Connect your camcorder and the  
Handycam Station.  
(DCR-SR55E/SR65E/SR75E/SR85E)  
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Indicators displayed during recording/playback  
Recording movies  
Recording still images  
Viewing movies  
HOME button  
Remaining battery (approx.)  
Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or  
[REC] (recording))  
Recording mode (HQ/SP/LP)  
e recording/playback media  
Counter (hour/minute/second)  
Recording remaining times  
OPTION button  
VIEW IMAGES button  
Face Index set  
Image size  
Approximate number of recordable still  
images/Recording media  
Return button  
Playback mode  
Currently playing movie number/  
Number of total recorded movies  
Previous/Next button  
Video operation buttons  
Data file name  
Currently playing still image number/  
Number of total recorded still images  
Playback folder  
Displays only when the recording  
media of still images is a “Memory Stick  
PRO Duo.”  
Viewing still images  
Slide show button  
VISUAL INDEX button  
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Center  
Indicators when you made changes  
Indicator  
Meaning  
IMAGE SIZE  
Slide show set  
Following indicators appear during  
recording/playback to indicate the settings  
of your camcorder.  
Upper leſt  
Upper right  
NightShot plus  
Super NightShot plus  
Color Slow Shutter  
PictBridge connecting  
Warning  
Bottom  
Center  
Bottom  
Upper left  
Indicator  
Meaning  
Picture effect  
Digital effect  
Manual focus  
Indicator  
Meaning  
Self-timer recording  
Flash/REDEYE REDUC  
MICREF LEVEL low  
WIDE SELECT  
SCENE SELECTION  
BLT-IN ZOOM MIC  
Back light  
White balance  
SteadyShot off  
Upper right  
EXPOSURE /  
SPOT METER  
TELE MACRO  
Face Index  
Indicator  
Meaning  
Fader  
LCD backlight off  
Drop sensor off  
Drop sensor activated  
e media selected for  
still images  
Tips  
Indicators and their positions are approximate  
and differ from what you actually see. See  
“Handycam Handbook” (PDF) for details.  
e recording date and time is recorded  
automatically on the media. ey are not  
displayed while recording. However, you can  
check them as [DATA CODE] during playback.  
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Performing various functions - “ HOME” and  
OPTION”  
Press  
(HOME) (or ).  
You can display the menu screen by  
pressing (HOME) (or )/  
Touch  
(HELP).  
e bottom of the  
(HELP) button turns  
(OPTION). For details on the menu items,  
see “Handycam Handbook” (PDF) (p. 25).  
orange.  
(HOME)   
(HOME)   
Touch the item you want to know about.  
When you touch an item, its explanation  
appears on the screen.  
(OPTION)  
To apply the selected item, touch [YES].  
Using the HOME MENU  
Using the OPTION MENU  
You can change the operating settings for  
your convenience. Press (HOME)   
(or ) to display the menu screen.  
e (OPTION) menu appears like the  
pop-up window that appears when you  
right-click the mouse on a computer.  
Touch (OPTION), then the menu items  
you can set at that moment appears.  
Menu  
items  
Menu  
items  
Category  
1
2
Touch the desired category then  
item to change the setting.  
Tab  
1
2
Touch the desired tab then item to  
change the setting.  
Follow the guide on the screen for  
further operation.  
After completing the setting, touch  
.
Tips  
If the item is not on the screen, touch  
to change the page.  
To hide the HOME MENU screen, touch  
You cannot select or activate simultaneously the  
grayed items in the current recording/playback  
situation.  
/
.
Notes  
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.  
(OPTION) menu cannot be used during  
Easy Handycam operation.  
To see the explanation of the HOME MENU  
(HELP)  
e  
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Items of the HOME MENU  
(SETTINGS) category  
MOVIE  
SETTINGS  
[REC MODE],  
[NIGHTSHOT LIGHT],  
[WIDE SELECT],  
(CAMERA) category  
1
MOVIE*  
[DIGITAL ZOOM],  
[STEADYSHOT],  
[AUTO SLW SHUTTR],  
[GUIDEFRAME],  
1
PHOTO*  
(VIEW IMAGES) category  
VISUAL  
[
[
REMAINING SET],  
1
INDEX*  
1
INDEX SET]*  
1
INDEX*  
INDEX*  
PHOTO  
1
[
IMAGE SIZE]* , [FILE  
1
SETTINGS  
NO.], [NIGHTSHOT  
PLAYLIST  
LIGHT], [GUIDEFRAME],  
1
2
[FLASH MODE]* * ,  
(OTHERS) category  
2
[FLASH LEVEL]* ,  
1
DELETE*  
2
[
DELETE], [ DELETE]  
[REDEYE REDUC]*  
[DATA CODE],  
PHOTO  
VIEW  
IMAGES SET  
CAPTURE  
MOVIE DUB  
[
DISPLAY]  
[DUB by select], [DUB by  
date], [ DUB ALL]  
1
1
SOUND/  
DISP SET*  
[VOLUME]* , [BEEP]* ,  
[LCD BRIGHT], [LCD BL  
LEVEL], [LCD COLOR]  
3
PHOTO  
COPY  
[COPY by select], [COPY  
by date]  
OUTPUT  
SETTINGS  
[TV TYPE], [DISP  
OUTPUT]  
EDIT  
[
[
DELETE],  
DELETE], [DIVIDE]  
1
CLOCK/  
LANG  
[CLOCK SET]* , [AREA  
PLAYLIST  
EDIT  
SET], [SUMMERTIME],  
[
ADD], [ ADD by  
1
[
LANGUAGE SET]*  
date], [ ERASE],  
GENERAL  
SET  
[
[
ERASE ALL],  
MOVE]  
[DEMO MODE],  
[CALIBRATION],  
[A.SHUT OFF], [QUICK  
ON STBY], [REMOTE  
CTRL]* , [DROP SENSOR]  
PRINT  
USB  
CONNECT  
[
[
USB CONNECT],  
USB CONNECT],  
2
[DISC BURN]  
1
*
You can set the item during Easy Handycam  
operation.  
DCR-SR55E/SR65E/SR75E/SR85E  
e menu name is changed to [SOUND  
SETTINGS] during Easy Handycam operation.  
(MANAGE MEDIA) category  
2
*
*
MOVIE  
[HDD], [MEMORY STICK]  
[HDD], [MEMORY STICK]  
3
MEDIA  
1
SET*  
PHOTO  
MEDIA  
1
SET*  
MEDIA  
INFO  
MEDIA  
FORMAT*  
REPAIR  
IMG.DB F.  
[HDD], [MEMORY STICK]  
[HDD], [MEMORY STICK]  
1
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Saving images  
Due to the limited capacity of the media,  
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.  
Items of the OPTION MENU  
Items you can set only on the OPTION  
MENU will be described below.  
tab  
[FOCUS], [SPOT FOCUS], [TELE  
MACRO], [EXPOSURE], [SPOT METER],  
[SCENE SELECTION], [WHITE BAL.],  
[COLOR SLOW SHTR], [S. NIGHTSHOT  
PLS]  
Using a computer  
By using “Picture Motion Browser” on the  
supplied CD-ROM, you can save images  
recorded on your camcorder. For details,  
see “PMB Guide” on the supplied CD-  
ROM.  
tab  
[FADER], [D.EFFECT], [PICT.EFFECT]  
tab  
Creating a DVD with One Touch (One Touch  
Disc Burn)  
[BLT-IN ZOOM MIC], [MICREF LEVEL],  
[SELF-TIMER]  
(A tab depends on the situation/No tab)  
[SLIDE SHOW], [SLIDE SHOW SET],  
[COPIES], [DATE/TIME], [SIZE]  
You can save images recorded on the hard  
disk of the camcorder directly to a DVD  
with ease by pressing  
button.  
(DISC BURN)  
Saving images on a computer (Easy PC  
Back-up)  
You can save images recorded on the  
camcorder on the hard disk of a computer.  
Creating a DVD with selected images  
You can save images imported to your  
computer on a DVD. You can also edit  
those images.  
Connecting your camcorder to other  
devices  
For details, see “Handycam Handbook”  
(PDF).  
Connecting with the A/V connecting cable  
You can dub to VCRs, DVD/HDD  
recorders.  
Connecting with the USB cable  
You can dub to movie dubbing compatible  
DVD writers, etc.  
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Deleting images  
Select the media which contains the images  
you want to delete before the operation  
(p. 12).  
Tips  
You can dub movies or copy still images from  
the hard disk to a “Memory Stick PRO Duo.”  
Touch (HOME) (OTHERS)   
[MOVIE DUB]/[PHOTO COPY].  
Deleting movies  
1
Touch  
[DELETE].  
(HOME)   
(OTHERS)  
2
3
4
Touch [ DELETE].  
Touch [ DELETE].  
Touch the movie to be deleted.  
e selected movie is marked with  
.
5
Touch  
[YES]   
.
To delete all movies at one time  
In step 3, touch [ DELETE ALL]   
[YES] [YES]   
.
To delete the still images  
In step 2, touch [ DELETE].  
Touch [ DELETE], then touch the still  
image to be deleted.  
e selected still image is marked with  
.
Touch  
[YES]   
.
Tips  
To delete all still images on the media, in step  
, touch [ DELETE ALL] [YES]   
[YES]   
.
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Enjoying with a computer  
Performing with a computer  
Handbook/software to be installed  
“Handycam Handbook” (PDF)  
“Handycam Handbook” (PDF) explains  
in detail about your camcorder and its  
practical use.  
Select the desired language and the model  
name of your Handycam, then click  
[Handycam Handbook (PDF)].  
“Picture Motion Browser” (only for Windows  
users)  
“Picture Motion Browser” is the supplied  
soſtware. You can enjoy the following  
operations.  
Creating a DVD with one touch operation  
Importing images to a computer  
Editing the imported images  
Creating a DVD  
Installation starts. When the installation is  
completed, the short-cut icon of “Handycam  
Handbook” (PDF) appears on the desktop of  
your computer.  
e model name of your Handycam is  
printed on its bottom surface.  
Click [Exit] [Exit], then remove the CD-  
ROM from the disc drive of your computer.  
To view “Handycam Handbook” (PDF),  
double click the short-cut icon.  
Notes  
e supplied soſtware “Picture Motion  
Browser” is not supported by Macintosh  
computers. To use a Macintosh computer  
connected to your camcorder, see the following  
website for details.  
Tips  
For Macintosh users, follow the steps below.  
Turn on the computer.  
Place the CD-ROM (supplied) in the disc  
drive of your computer.  
Open the [Handbook] folder in the  
CD-ROM, double-click the [GB] folder  
and then drag-and-drop the “Handycam  
Handbook” on the computer.  
Installing and viewing “Handycam  
Handbook” (PDF)  
To view “Handycam Handbook” (PDF),  
you need to install Adobe Reader on your  
computer.  
To view “Handycam Handbook” (PDF),  
double click “Handbook.pdf.”  
Continue with the installation, even if  
a confirmation screen of an unknown  
publisher appears.  
Installing “Picture Motion Browser”  
Turn on the computer.  
System requirements  
For more information, refer to the support  
web site.  
OS: Microsoſt Windows 2000 Professional  
SP4, Windows XP SP2*, Windows  
Vista*  
Place the CD-ROM (supplied) in the disc  
drive of your computer.  
e select screen for installation appears.  
*
64-bit editions and Starter (Edition) are  
not supported.  
Standard installation is required.  
Operation is not assured if the above OS  
has been upgraded or in a multi-boot  
environment.  
Click [Handycam Handbook].  
e installation screen for “Handycam  
Handbook” (PDF) appears.  
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CPU: Intel Pentium III 1 GHz or faster  
Click [Install] on the installation screen of the  
computer.  
Memory: 256 MB or more  
Select the language for the application to be  
installed, then click [Next].  
Hard disk: Disk volume required for  
installation: Approximately 500 MB  
(5 GB or more may be necessary when  
creating DVD-Videos.)  
As the screen to confirm the connection  
appears, connect your camcorder to the  
computer following the steps below.  
For DCR-SR55E/SR65E/SR75E/SR85E:  
Display: Minimum 1,024 × 768 dots  
Connect the AC Adaptor to the  
Handycam Station and a wall outlet (wall  
socket).  
Set the camcorder onto the Handycam  
Station, then turn the POWER switch to  
turn on.  
Others: USB port (this must be provided  
as standard, Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0  
compatible) is recommended), DVD  
burner (CD-ROM drive is necessary for  
installation)  
Connect the (USB) jack of the  
Handycam Station to the (USB) jack  
of the computer using the supplied USB  
cable.  
Installing software  
You need to install the soſtware to your  
Windows computer before connecting  
your camcorder to the computer. e  
installation is required only for the first  
time.  
e [USB SELECT] screen appears  
automatically on the LCD screen of your  
camcorder.  
Touch [ USB CONNECT] or [  
USB CONNECT] on the [USB SELECT]  
screen of your camcorder.  
Contents to be installed and procedures  
may differ depending on your OS.  
Confirm that your camcorder is not  
For DCR-SR35E/SR36E/SR45E/SR46E:  
connected to the computer.  
Connect the AC Adaptor to the  
Turn on the computer.  
camcorder and a wall outlet (wall socket),  
then turn the POWER switch to turn on.  
Notes  
Log on as an Administrator for installation.  
Close all applications running on the  
computer before installing the soſtware.  
Connect the (USB) jack of the  
camcorder to the (USB) jack of the  
computer using the supplied USB cable.  
e [USB SELECT] screen appears  
automatically on the LCD screen of your  
camcorder.  
Touch [ USB CONNECT] or [  
USB CONNECT] on the [USB SELECT]  
screen of your camcorder.  
Place the supplied CD-ROM in the disc drive  
of your computer.  
e installation screen appears.  
If the screen does not appear  
Click [Start], then click [My Computer].  
(For Windows 2000, double-click [My  
Computer].)  
Click [Continue].  
Double-click [SONYPICTUTIL (E:)]  
Read [License Agreement], select [I accept  
the terms of the license agreement] if you  
agree, then click [Next].  
(CD-ROM) (disc drive).*  
*
Drive names (such as (E:)) may vary  
depending on the computer.  
Confirm the installation settings, then click  
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[Install].  
Notes  
Even if a screen prompting you to restart  
your computer appears, you do not need to  
restart it at this time. Restart your computer  
aſter completing the installation.  
It may take some time for the  
authentication.  
Follow the on-screen instructions to install  
the soſtware.  
Depending on the computer, you may  
need to install third party soſtware. If the  
installation screen appears, follow the  
instructions to install the required soſtware.  
Restart the computer if required to complete  
the installation.  
Remove the CD-ROM from the disc drive of  
your computer.  
To disconnect the USB cable  
Click the  
icon [Safely remove USB  
Mass Storage Device] [OK] (Windows  
2000 only) on the task tray on the bottom  
right of the desktop of your computer.  
Touch [END] [YES] on the screen of your  
camcorder.  
Disconnect the USB cable.  
Operating “Picture Motion Browser”  
To start “Picture Motion Browser,” click  
[Start] [All Programs] [Sony  
Picture Utility] [PMB - Picture Motion  
Browser].  
For the basic operation of “Picture Motion  
Browser,” see “PMB Guide.”  
To display “PMB Guide,” click [Start]   
[All Programs] [Sony Picture Utility]  
[Help] [PMB Guide].  
Tips  
If the [USB SELECT] screen does not appear,  
touch  
(HOME) (OTHERS) [USB  
CONNECT].  
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Troubleshooting  
Troubleshooting  
and take it to a warm place. Leave the  
camcorder there for a while, then turn on  
the camcorder.  
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.  
Your camcorder gets warm.  
is is because the power has been  
turned on for a long time. is is not a  
malfunction.  
Notes before sending your camcorder for  
repair  
Your camcorder may require initializing or  
change the current hard disk of the camcorder,  
depending on the problem. In the event of  
this, the data stored on the hard disk will be  
deleted. Be sure to save the data on the internal  
hard disk (see “Handycam Handbook” (PDF))  
on other media (backup) before sending your  
camcorder for repair. We will not compensate  
you for any loss of hard disk data.  
During repair, we may check a minimum  
amount of data stored on the hard disk in order  
to investigate the problem. However, your Sony  
dealer will neither copy nor retain your data.  
The power abruptly turns off.  
Use the AC Adaptor.  
Turn on the power again.  
Charge the battery pack (p. 8).  
Pressing START/STOP or PHOTO does  
not record images.  
Set the POWER switch to  
(Still) (p. 11).  
(Movie) or  
You cannot record images in sleep mode.  
Press the QUICK ON button (p. 18).  
Your camcorder is recording the image you  
have just shot on the media. You cannot  
make new recording during this period.  
e media of the camcorder is full. Delete  
unnecessary images (p. 24).  
Total number of movies or still images  
exceeds the recordable capacity of the  
media. Delete unnecessary images (p. 24).  
For the symptoms of your camcorder, see  
“Handycam Handbook” (PDF) and for  
connecting to the computer, see “PMB Guide.”  
The power does not turn on.  
Attach a charged battery pack to the  
camcorder (p. 8).  
Connect the plug of the AC Adaptor to the  
wall outlet (wall socket) (p. 8).  
The camcorder does not operate even  
when the power is set to on.  
It takes a few seconds for your camcorder  
to be ready to shoot aſter the power is  
turned on. is is not a malfunction.  
The recording stops.  
e temperature of your camcorder  
is extremely high/low. Turn off your  
camcorder and leave it for a while in a  
cool/warm place.  
Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall  
outlet (wall socket) or remove the battery  
pack, then reconnect it aſter about 1  
minute. If the functions still do not work,  
press the RESET button (p. 17) using a  
sharp-pointed object. (If you press the  
RESET button, all settings, including the  
clock setting, are reset.)  
e temperature of your camcorder is  
extremely high. Turn off your camcorder  
and leave it for a while in a cool place.  
e temperature of your camcorder is  
extremely low. Turn off the camcorder  
You cannot install “Picture Motion  
Browser.”  
Check the computer environment required  
to install “Picture Motion Browser.”  
Install “Picture Motion Browser” in an  
orderly manner (p. 25).  
“Picture Motion Browser” does not  
work correctly.  
Quit “Picture Motion Browser” and restart  
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your computer.  
Indicators/Messages Causes/Solutions  
101-0001  
e file is damaged or  
unreadable.  
An error may have  
occurred with the  
hard disk drive in your  
camcorder.  
Your camcorder is not recognized by  
the computer.  
Disconnect devices from the USB jack of  
the computer other than the keyboard,  
mouse, and your camcorder.  
Disconnect the USB cable from the  
computer and the Handycam Station, and  
restart the computer, then connect the  
computer and your camcorder again in an  
orderly manner.  
Delete unnecessary  
images.  
Battery power is low.  
e temperature of your  
camcorder is getting  
higher or extremely  
high. Turn off your  
camcorder and leave  
it for a while in a cool  
place.  
e temperature of  
your camcorder is  
extremely low. Make the  
camcorder warm.  
When the indicator  
flashes slowly, free space  
for recording images are  
running out.  
Self-diagnosis display/Warning  
indicators  
If indicators appear on the LCD screen,  
check the following.  
If the problem persists even aſter you have  
tried a couple of times, contact your Sony  
dealer or local authorized Sony service  
facility.  
Indicators/Messages Causes/Solutions  
e battery pack is not  
an “InfoLITHIUM”  
battery pack (H series).  
Use an “InfoLITHIUM”  
battery pack (H  
C:04:  
No “Memory Stick PRO  
Duo” is inserted (p. 12).  
When the indicator  
flashes quickly, there are  
not enough free space  
for recording images.  
Delete unnecessary  
images, or format the  
“Memory Stick PRO  
Duo” aſter storing the  
images on other media  
(p. 23).  
e Image Database File  
is damaged.  
e “Memory Stick  
PRO Duo” is damaged.  
series)(p. 8).  
Connect the DC plug  
of the AC Adaptor to  
the DC IN jack of the  
Handycam Station or  
your camcorder securely  
(p. 8).  
Remove the power  
source. Reconnect it and  
operate your camcorder  
again.  
C:13: /  
C:32:  
A malfunction that  
you cannot service has  
occurred. Contact your  
Sony dealer or local  
authorized Sony service  
facility. Inform them of  
the 5-digit code, which  
starts from “E.”  
E:20: /  
E:31: /  
E:61: /  
E:62: /  
E:91: /  
E:94:  
e “Memory Stick  
PRO Duo” is not  
formatted correctly.  
An incompatible  
“Memory Stick PRO  
Duo” is inserted.  
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Indicators/Messages Causes/Solutions  
Access to the “Memory  
Stick PRO Duo” was  
restricted on another  
device.  
ere is something  
wrong with the flash.  
(DCR-SR55E/SR65E/  
SR75E/SR85E)  
e amount of light  
is not sufficient, so  
camera-shake easily  
occurs. Use the flash.  
(DCR-SR55E/SR65E/  
SR75E/SR85E)  
e camcorder is  
unsteady, so camera-  
shake easily occurs.  
Hold the camcorder  
steady with both hands  
and record the image.  
However, note that the  
camera-shake warning  
indicator does not  
disappear.  
e media is full.  
Still images cannot  
be recorded during  
processing. Wait for a  
while, then record.  
Drop sensor activated.  
Recording/playback  
may be disabled.  
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Additional Information  
Precautions  
is accidentally swallowed, consult a doctor  
immediately (DCR-SR55E/SR65E/SR75E/  
SR85E).  
If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked:  
consult your local authorized Sony service  
facility.  
wash off any liquid that may have contacted  
your skin.  
if any liquid gets in your eyes, wash with  
plenty of water and consult a doctor.  
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. ey may malfunction or become  
deformed.  
Near strong magnetic fields or mechanical  
vibration. e camcorder may malfunction.  
Near strong radio waves or radiation.  
e camcorder may not be able to record  
properly.  
Near AM receivers and video equipment.  
Noise may occur.  
On a sandy beach or anywhere dusty. If  
sand or dust gets in your camcorder, it may  
malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction  
cannot be repaired.  
When not using your camcorder for  
a long time  
Periodically turn it on and let it run such as by  
playing back or recording images for about 3  
minutes.  
Use up the battery pack completely before  
storing it.  
LCD screen  
Near windows or outdoors, where the LCD  
screen or the lens may be exposed to direct  
sunlight. is damages the LCD screen.  
Operate your camcorder on DC 6.8 V/7.2 V  
(battery pack) or DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor).  
Do not exert excessive pressure on the LCD  
screen, as it may cause damage.  
If your camcorder is used in a cold place, a  
residual image may appear on the LCD screen.  
is is not a malfunction.  
While using your camcorder, the back of  
the LCD screen may heat up. is is not a  
malfunction.  
For DC or AC operation, use the accessories  
recommended in these operating instructions.  
Do not let your camcorder get wet, for example,  
from rain or sea water. If your camcorder  
gets wet, it may malfunction. Sometimes this  
malfunction cannot be repaired.  
If any solid object or liquid gets inside the  
casing, unplug your camcorder and have it  
checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any  
further.  
Avoid rough handling, disassembling,  
modifying, physical shock, or impact such  
as hammering, dropping or stepping on the  
product. Be particularly careful of the lens.  
Keep the POWER switch setting to OFF (CHG)  
when you are not using your camcorder.  
Do not wrap your camcorder with a towel, for  
example, and operate it. Doing so might cause  
heat to build up inside.  
When disconnecting the power cord (mains  
lead), pull it by the plug and not the cord.  
Do not damage the power cord (mains lead)  
such as by placing anything heavy on it.  
Keep metal contacts clean.  
To clean the LCD screen  
If fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen  
dirty, it is recommended you use a soſt  
cloth to clean it. When you use the LCD  
Cleaning Kit (optional), do not apply the  
cleaning liquid directly to the LCD screen.  
Use cleaning paper moistened with the  
liquid.  
On handling the casing  
If the casing is soiled, clean the camcorder body  
with a soſt cloth lightly moistened with water,  
and then wipe the casing with a dry soſt cloth.  
Avoid the following to avoid damage to the  
finish:  
Using chemicals such as thinner, benzine,  
alcohol, chemical cloths, repellent, insecticide  
and sunscreen.  
Handling the camcorder with above  
substances on your hands.  
Keep the Remote Commander and button-type  
battery out of children’s reach. If the battery  
Leaving the casing in contact with rubber or  
vinyl objects for a long period of time.  
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About care and storage of the lens  
Wipe the surface of the lens clean with a soſt  
cloth in the following instances:  
Insert the battery case back into the Remote  
Commander until it clicks.  
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.  
Tab  
Store in a well-ventilated location subject to  
little dirt or dust.  
To prevent mold, periodically clean the lens as  
described above. It is recommended that you  
operate your camcorder about once a month to  
keep it in optimum state for a long time.  
WARNING  
Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not  
recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.  
When the lithium battery becomes weak, the  
operating distance of the Remote Commander  
may shorten, or the Remote Commander may  
not function properly. In this case, replace the  
battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery.  
Use of another battery may present a risk of fire  
or explosion.  
On charging the pre-installed rechargeable  
battery  
Your camcorder has a pre-installed  
rechargeable battery to retain the date,  
time, and other settings even when the  
POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG). e  
pre-installed rechargeable battery is always  
charged while your camcorder is connected  
to the wall outlet (wall socket) via the  
AC Adaptor or while the battery pack is  
attached. e rechargeable battery will be  
fully discharged in about 3 months if you  
do not use your camcorder at all. Use your  
camcorder aſter charging the pre-installed  
rechargeable battery.  
However, even if the pre-installed  
rechargeable battery is not charged, the  
camcorder operation will not be affected as  
long as you are not recording the date.  
Procedures  
Connect your camcorder to a wall outlet  
(wall socket) using the supplied AC  
Adaptor, and leave it with the POWER  
switch set to OFF (CHG) for more than 24  
hours.  
To change the battery of the Remote  
Commander  
(DCR-SR55E/SR65E/SR75E/SR85E)  
While pressing on the tab, inset your  
fingernail into the slit to pull out the battery  
case.  
Place a new battery with the + side facing up.  
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Specifications  
DCR-SR55E/SR65E/SR75E/SR85E  
F=1.8 - 3.2  
System  
Video compression format: MPEG2/JPEG (Still  
images)  
Audio compression format: Dolby Digital 2ch  
Dolby Digital Stereo Creator  
f=2.5 - 62.5 mm (1/8 - 2 1/2 in.)  
When converted to a 35 mm still camera  
For movies: 41 - 1 189 mm (1 5/8 - 46 7/8  
2
in.) (16:9)*  
For still images: 36 - 900 mm (1 7/16 - 35  
1/2 in.) (4:3)  
Video signal: PAL color, CCIR standards  
Hard Disk  
Color temperature: [AUTO], [ONE PUSH],  
[INDOOR] (3 200 K), [OUTDOOR] (5  
800 K)  
DCR-SR35E/SR45E: 30 GB  
DCR-SR36E/SR46E/SR55E/SR65E: 40 GB  
DCR-SR75E/SR85E: 60 GB  
Minimum illumination  
When measuring media capacity, 1GB  
equals 1 billion bytes, a portion of which is  
used for data management.  
DCR-SR35E/SR36E/SR45E/SR46E  
6 lx (lux) (when [AUTO SLW SHUTTR] is  
set to [ON], Shutter speed 1/25 second)  
0 lx (lux) (during NightShot plus function)  
Recording format  
Movie: MPEG2-PS  
DCR-SR55E/SR65E/SR75E/SR85E  
1
8 lx (lux) (when [AUTO SLW SHUTTR] is  
set to [ON], Shutter speed 1/25 second)  
0 lx (lux) (during NightShot plus function)  
Still image: Exif * Ver.2.2  
Image device  
DCR-SR35E/SR36E/SR45E/SR46E  
2.25 mm (1/8 type) CCD (Charge Coupled  
Device)  
1
*
“Exif” is a file format for still images,  
established by the JEITA (Japan Electronics  
and Information Technology Industries  
Association). Files in this format can  
have additional information such as your  
camcorder’s setting information at the time of  
recording.  
Gross: Approx. 800 000 pixels  
Effective (Movie, 16:9): Approx. 490 000  
pixels  
Effective (Still, 16:9): Approx. 310 000 pixels  
Effective (Still, 4:3): Approx. 410 000 pixels  
2
DCR-SR55E/SR65E/SR75E/SR85E  
3.0 mm (1/6 type) CCD (Charge Coupled  
Device)  
*
e focal length figures are actual figures  
resulting from wide angle pixel readout.  
Manufactured under license from Dolby  
Laboratories.  
Gross: Approx. 1 070 000 pixels  
Effective (Movie, 16:9): Approx. 670 000  
pixels  
Input/Output connectors  
A/V Remote Connector: Video/audio output jack  
Effective (Still, 16:9): Approx. 750 000 pixels  
Effective (Still, 4:3): Approx. 1 000 000 pixels  
Lens  
USB jack: mini-B  
DCR-SR35E/SR36E/SR45E/SR46E  
Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar  
(DCR-SR35E/SR36E/SR55E/SR75E: output  
only)  
Optical: 40 ×, Digital: 80 ×, 2 000 ×  
Filter diameter: 30 mm (1 3/16 in.)  
LCD screen  
Picture: 6.7 cm (2.7 type, aspect ratio 16:9)  
Total number of pixels: 123 200 (560 × 220)  
DCR-SR55E/SR65E/SR75E/SR85E  
Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar  
Optical: 25 ×, Digital: 50 ×, 2 000 ×  
Filter diameter: 30 mm (1 3/16 in.)  
Focal length  
DCR-SR35E/SR36E/SR45E/SR46E  
F=1.8 - 4.1  
f=1.9 - 76.0 mm (3/32 - 3 in.)  
When converted to a 35 mm still camera  
For movies: 41 - 1 640 mm (1 5/8 - 64 5/8  
2
in.) (16:9)*  
For still images: 48 - 1 920 mm (1 15/16 - 75  
5/8 in.) (4:3)  
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*
See the label on the AC Adaptor for other  
specifications.  
General  
Power requirements: 6.8 V/7.2 V (battery pack)  
8.4 V (AC Adaptor)  
Rechargeable battery pack  
Average power consumption: During camera  
NP-FH40  
recording with normal brightness.  
DCR-SR35E/SR36E/SR45E/SR46E: 2.8 W  
DCR-SR55E/SR65E/SR75E/SR85E: 3.0 W  
Maximum output voltage: DC 8.4 V  
Output voltage: DC 7.2 V  
Capacity: 4.9 wh (680 mAh)  
Type: Li-ion  
Operating temperature: 0°C to + 40°C (32 °F to  
104 °F)  
Storage temperature: -20°C to + 60°C (-4 °F to  
+ 140 °F)  
Design and specifications are subject to change  
without notice.  
Dimensions (Approx.): 76.3 × 76.6 × 112.8 mm (3  
× 3 1/8 × 4 1/2 in.)  
(w×h×d) including the projecting parts with  
supplied battery pack attached  
Mass (Approx.)  
DCR-SR35E/SR36E/SR45E/SR46E  
350 g (12 oz) main unit only  
400 g (14 oz) including the supplied  
rechargeable battery pack  
DCR-SR55E/SR65E/SR75E/SR85E  
360 g (12 oz) main unit only  
410 g (14 oz) including the supplied  
rechargeable battery pack  
Handycam Station DCRA-C200  
(DCR-SR55E/SR65E/SR75E/SR85E)  
Input/Output connectors  
A/V OUT jack: Video/audio output jack  
USB jack: mini-B  
(DCR-SR55E/SR75E: output only)  
AC Adaptor AC-L200/L200B  
Power requirements: AC 100 V - 240 V, 50/60 Hz  
Current consumption: 0.35 - 0.18 A  
Power consumption: 18 W  
Output voltage: DC 8.4 V*  
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  
power cord (mains lead)  
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On trademarks  
“Handycam” and  
are  
registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.  
“Memory Stick,” “  
,” “Memory Stick Duo,”  
,” “Memory Stick PRO  
,” “Memory  
Duo,” “  
Stick PRO-HG Duo,”  
,” “Memory Stick  
,”  
Micro,” “MagicGate,” “  
“MagicGate Memory Stick” and “MagicGate  
Memory Stick Duo” are trademarks or  
registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.  
“InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony  
Corporation.  
Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks  
of Dolby Laboratories.  
Microsoſt, Windows, Windows Media,  
Windows Vista, and DirectX are either  
registered trademarks or trademarks of  
Microsoſt Corporation in the United States  
and/or other countries.  
Macintosh and Mac OS are registered  
trademarks of Apple Inc. in the U.S. and other  
countries.  
Intel, Intel Core, and Pentium are trademarks  
or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation  
or its subsidiaries in the United States and other  
countries.  
Adobe, the Adobe logo, and Adobe Acrobat  
are either registered trademarks or trademarks  
of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United  
States and/or other countries.  
All other product names mentioned herein may  
be the trademarks or registered trademarks of  
their respective companies. Furthermore,   
and “” are not mentioned in each case in this  
manual.  
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Additional information on this product and  
answers to frequently asked questions can  
be found at our Customer Support Website.  
Printed in China  

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