3-210-378-11(1)
Digital HD Video Camera Recorder
Operating Guide
HDR-SR5/SR7/SR8
For details on the advanced operations, please refer to
“Handycam Handbook” (PDF).
© 2007 Sony Corporation
long periods of time, unplug it from the wall
outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system.
This will prevent damage to the set due to
lightning and power-line surges.
Cleaning
Unplug the set from the wall outlet before
cleaning or polishing it. Do not use liquid cleaners
or aerosol cleaners. Use a cloth lightly dampened
with water for cleaning the exterior of the set.
Service
Installation
Damage Requiring Service
Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
– When the power cord or plug is damaged or
frayed.
– If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
into the set.
– If the set has been exposed to rain or water.
– If the set has been subject to excessive shock by
being dropped, or the cabinet has been
damaged.
– If the set does not operate normally when
following the operating instructions. Adjust
only those controls that are specified in the
operating instructions. Improper adjustment of
other controls may result in damage and will
often require extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the set to normal operation.
Water and Moisture
Do not use power-line operated sets near water –
for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen
sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a
swimming pool, etc.
Power-Cord Protection
Route the power cord so that it is not likely to be
walked on or pinched by items placed upon or
against them, paying particular attention to the
plugs, receptacles, and the point where the cord
exits from the appliance.
Accessories
Do not place the set on an unstable cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table. The set may fall, causing
serious injury to a child or an adult, and serious
damage to the set. Use only a cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table recommended by the
manufacturer.
– When the set exhibits a distinct change in
performance – this indicates a need for service.
Servicing
Ventilation
Do not attempt to service the set yourself as
opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards.
The slots and openings in the cabinet are provided
for necessary ventilation. To ensure reliable
operation of the set, and to protect it from
overheating, these slots and openings must never
be blocked or covered.
– Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth
or other materials.
– Never block the slots and openings by placing
the set on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar
surface.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Replacement parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the
service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer that have the same
characteristics as the original parts.
– Never place the set in a confined space, such as
a bookcase, or built-in cabinet, unless proper
ventilation is provided.
– Do not place the set near or over a radiator or
heat register, or where it is exposed to direct
sunlight.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock, or other hazards.
Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to the
set, ask the service technician to perform routine
safety checks (as specified by the manufacturer)
to determine that the set is in safe operating
condition.
Lightning
For added protection for this set during a lightning
storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for
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Read this first
Before operating the unit, please read this
manual thoroughly, and retain it for future
reference.
For customers in the U.S.A.
If you have any questions about this
product, you may call:
CAUTION
Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-
222-SONY (7669).
Replace the battery with the
specified type only. Otherwise, fire
or injury may result.
The number below is for the FCC related
matters only.
Regulatory Information
For customers in the U.S.A. and
CANADA
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: HDR-SR5
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA
92127 U.S.A
Telephone number: 858-942-2230
RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES
Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable.
You can help preserve our
environment by returning your
used rechargeable batteries to the
collection and recycling location
nearest you.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
For more information regarding
recycling of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking
Lithium-Ion batteries.
Owner’s Record
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: HDR-SR7
The model and serial numbers are located on the
bottom. Record the serial number in the space
provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever
you call your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA
92127 U.S.A
Telephone number: 858-942-2230
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules.
Model No. HDR-
Serial No.
Model No. AC-
Serial No.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
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– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: HDR-SR8
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
The 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.
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA
92127 U.S.A
Telephone number: 858-942-2230
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
For the State of California, USA only
Perchlorate Material - special handling may
apply, See
Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains
perchlorate.
Notes
Notes on use
HDR-SR5, HDR-SR7 and HDR-SR8 are to be
used with the Handycam Station Model DCRA-
C181 and AC Adaptor Model AC-L200/L200B.
• The camcorder is not dustproofed, dripproofed
• To prevent the hard disk from being broken or
recorded images from being lost, do not do the
CAUTION
following when either of the
(Movie)/
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.
on:
– to remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor
from the camcorder.
– to apply mechanical shock or vibration to the
camcorder.
Note
• 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.
This 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.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This 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:
On recording
• Before starting to record, test the recording
function to make sure the image and sound are
recorded without any problems.
• Compensation for the contents of recordings
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 an NTSC system-based TV.
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
• Television programs, films, video tapes, and
other materials may be copyrighted.
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Unauthorized recording of such materials may
be contrary to the copyright laws.
Note on disposal/transfer
• Even if you perform [
FORMAT]* or
formatting the hard disk of the camcorder, you
may not delete data from the hard disk
completely. 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.
Save all your recorded image data
• To prevent your image data from being lost,
save all your recorded images on external
media. It is recommended that you save the
image data on a disc such as DVD-R using your
computer*. Also, you can save your image data
using a VCR, or a DVD/HDD recorder*.
• It is recommended that you save your image
data periodically, after recording.
About language setting
• The on-screen displaysin each local language are
used for illustrating the operating procedures.
Change the screen language before using your
Do not apply shock or vibration to your
camcorder
• The hard disk of the camcorder may not be
recognized, or recording or playback may not be
possible.
About this manual
• The images of the viewfinder (HDR-SR7/SR8)
and the LCD screen used in this manual for
illustration purposes are captured using a digital
still camera, and therefore may appear different
from the actual images of the viewfinder (HDR-
SR7/SR8) and the LCD screen.
• Unless otherwise specially indicated,
illustrations in this manual are based on HDR-
SR7.
• Design and specifications of recording media
and other accessories are subject to change
without notice.
• The screenshots are from Windows XP. The
scenes may vary depending on the operating
system of the computer.
On the drop sensor
• To protect the internal hard disk from the shock
by dropping, the camcorder has the 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/playback may be
stopped.
Note on operational temperatures
• 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 in the viewfinder
* Refer also to “Handycam Handbook” (PDF) and
“Picture Motion Browser Guide.”
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 using the camcorder at high
altitudes
• 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.
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Table of Contents
Read this first ...........................................................................................4
Notes on use .................................................................................................. 5
Changing the language setting .................................................................... 11
Recording ...............................................................................................13
Playback .................................................................................................15
Playing the image on a TV ........................................................................... 16
Performing various functions - “
HOME” and “
OPTION” ..............22
Saving images ........................................................................................25
Deleting images ......................................................................................25
Troubleshooting ......................................................................................32
Precautions ............................................................................................35
Specifications .........................................................................................37
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GSetttiengpSta1rte:d Checking supplied items
Wireless Remote Commander (1)
Make sure that you have the following
items supplied with your camcorder.
The number in the parentheses indicates the
number of that item supplied.
A button-type lithium battery is already installed.
Remove the insulation sheet before using
the Remote Commander.
Insulation sheet
Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH60 (1)
CD-ROM “Handycam Application
Software” (1) (p. 26)
Component video cable (1) (p. 16)
– Picture Motion Browser (Software)
– Picture Motion Browser Guide
– Handycam Handbook (PDF)
“Operating Guide” (This manual) (1)
USB cable (1) (p. 30)
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Step 2: Charging the battery pack
3
4
POWER
switch
5
Battery pack
5
1
/CHG lamp
DC IN jack
2
DC plug
AC Adaptor
To the
wall outlet
Power cord
You can charge the “InfoLITHIUM”
battery pack (H series) after
attaching it to your camcorder.
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Set the camcorder onto the
Handycam Station securely.
The /CHG (charge) lamp lights up and
charging starts. The /CHG (charge)
lamp turns off when the battery pack is
fully charged. Remove the camcorder
from the Handycam Station.
b Notes
• Your camcorder operates only with an
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (H series).
1
Connect the AC Adaptor to the
DC IN jack on the Handycam
Station.
To remove the battery pack
Slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).
Slide the BATT (battery release) lever and
remove the battery pack.
Be sure that the v mark on the DC plug
is facing up.
BATT (battery
release) lever
2
3
Connect the power cord to the AC
Adaptor and the wall outlet.
Slide the POWER switch in the
direction of the arrow to OFF
(CHG) (the default setting).
b Notes
• When you remove the battery pack or the AC
4
Attach the battery pack by sliding
it in the direction of the arrow
until it clicks.
Adaptor, make sure that the
(Movie) lamp/
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*1 All times of image quality measured with SP
To charge the battery pack using only
the AC Adaptor
recording mode when [
INDEX SET] is set
to [OFF].
Slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG),
then connect the AC Adaptor directly to the
DC IN jack on the camcorder.
*2 When the LCD backlight turns on.
*3 When the LCD backlight turns off.
*4 When recording with the viewfinder while the
LCD panel is closed.
*5 Typical recording time shows the time when
you repeat recording start/stop, turning the
power on/off and zooming.
POWER switch
With the v mark
on the right
On the battery pack
• Before changing the battery pack, slide the
POWER switch to OFF (CHG) and turn off the
DC IN jack
Open the jack
cover.
DC plug
(Movie) lamp/
(Still) lamp (p. 11).
• The 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, even when the power cord is
Available running time for the
supplied battery pack
disconnected from the wall outlet.
On the charging/recording/playback time
Charging time:
Approximate time (min.) required when
you fully charge a completely exhausted
battery pack.
• Times measured when using the camcorder at
25°C (77°F) (10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F) is
recommended).
• The available recording and playback time will
be shorter when you use your camcorder in low
temperatures.
• The available recording and playback time will
be shorter depending on the conditions under
which you use your camcorder.
Recording/Playback time:
Approximate time (min.) available when
you use a fully charged battery pack.
“HD” stands for high definition image
quality, and “SD” stands for standard image
quality.
On the AC Adaptor
NP-FH60:
(Unit:min.)
• Use the nearby wall outlet when using the AC
Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the
wall outlet 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. This may cause a malfunction.
• Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power
(house current) is still supplied to it while
HDR-SR7/
SR8
HDR-SR5
HD SD
HD
SD
Charging time
135
135
1
Recording time*
2
2
3
4
Continuous
recording
time
90* 100*
2
2
3
100* 115*
3
90* 105*
3
105* 125*
4
90* 105*
2
3
4
2
Typical
45*
45*
45*
50*
50*
50*
connected to the wall outlet via the AC Adaptor.
2
3
2
50*
50*
55*
60*
3
4
recording
3
5
time*
Playback
time*
145
165
140
160
2
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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.
The clock starts.
(Movie): To record movies
(Still): To record still images
• When you turn on
screen aspect ratio is changed to 4:3
automatically.
(Still) lamp, the
z Tips
• The date and time do not appear during
recording, but they are automatically recorded
on the hard disk, and can be displayed during
playback.
2
3
Select the desired geographical
area with v/V, then touch [NEXT].
To reset the date and time
Touch
(HOME) t
(SETTINGS)
t [CLOCK/ LANG] t [CLOCK
Set [DST SET] or [SUMMERTIME],
[Y] (year), [M] (month), [D] (day),
SET], and set the date and time.
hour and minute, then touch
.
Changing the language setting
You can change the on-screen displays to
show messages in a specified language.
Touch
t [CLOCK/ LANG] t
LANGUAGE SET], then select the
desired language.
(HOME) t
(SETTINGS)
[
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Step 4: Preparing for recording
Adjusting the LCD panel
Fastening the grip belt
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
290 degrees
(max.)
DISP/BATT INFO
2180 degrees
(max.)
Adjusting the Viewfinder (HDR-
SR7/SR8)
You can view images using the viewfinder
to avoid wearing down the battery, or when
the image seen on the LCD screen is poor.
Viewfinder
Viewfinder lens
adjustment lever
Move it until the
image is clear.
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Recording/Playback
Recording
START/STOP D
POWER switch C
START/STOP A
[STBY] t [REC]
(HOME) B
PHOTO
E
EASY F
Flashing t Lights up
1
2
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
Start recording.
Movies
Still Images
Press START/STOP A (or D).
Press PHOTO E lightly to adjust the
focus A (a beep sounds), then press
it fully B (a shutter click sounds).
To stop recording, press START/STOP A
(or D) again.
appears beside
/
. When
• You cannot record movies on a “Memory Stick
Duo.”
• See “Handycam Handbook” (PDF) for changing
the image quality to SD (standard definition)
image quality.
disappears, the image has been recorded.
• Still images are recorded on the hard disk in the
default setting.
b Notes
• If the ACCESS lamp is lit or flashing after recording is finished, it means data is still being written onto
the hard disk or “Memory Stick Duo.” Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder, and do not
remove the battery or AC Adaptor.
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or knock your camcorder, turn the power off,
eject the “Memory Stick Duo,” or remove the
battery pack. Otherwise, image data may be
damaged.
• If you insert the “Memory Stick Duo” into the
slot in the wrong direction, the “Memory Stick
Duo,” the Memory Stick Duo slot, or image data
may be damaged.
z Tips
• You can check the free hard disk space by
pressing
HDD/MEMORY) t [
• You can capture up to 3 still images by pressing
PHOTO E during movie recording.
• The maximum continuous recordable time is
approximately 13 hours.
(HOME) B t
(MANAGE
INFO].
• When a movie file exceeds 2 GB, the next
movie file is created automatically.
• The maximum recordable time is as follows
(with recording mode [HD SP]);
HDR-SR5: approx. 11 hours and 50 minutes
HDR-SR7: approx. 17 hours and 50 minutes
HDR-SR8: approx. 30 hours
z Tips
• The number of recordable still images on the
“Memory Stick Duo” (1 GB) is as follows (with
the default setting of the image size as shown in
( ));
HDR-SR5: 480 ([4.0M])
HDR-SR7/SR8: 315 ([6.1M])
• Use the supplied application software to store
recorded movies as still images. For details, see
“Picture Motion Browser Guide” on the
supplied CD-ROM.
All numbers measured when using a “Memory
Stick Duo” made by Sony Corporation. The
number of recordable images varies depending
on the recording environment and the recording
media.
To record still images on a “Memory
Stick Duo”
You can change the recording media of still
images to a “Memory Stick Duo.”
• The number of recordable images varies
depending on the image quality or the image
size. For details, see “Handycam Handbook”
(PDF).
x To change the recording media of still
You can use only a “Memory Stick Duo”
images
marked with
or
.
1 Touch
[STILL MEDIA].
2 Select the media in which you want to save
still images, then touch
Your camcorder returns to recording
standby mode.
(OPTION) t
tab t
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.
.
To record/play back easily
By pressing the EASY F, nearly all
settings on the camcorder will be
automatically operated so that you can
perform recording or playing back
operation without detailed settings. During
ACCESS lamp
(“Memory Stick Duo”)
Easy Handycam operation,
appears on
the LCD screen. To cancel Easy Handycam
operation, press EASY F again.
To eject a “Memory Stick Duo,” open the
LCD panel, then lightly push the “Memory
Stick Duo” in once.
b Notes
• You cannot use some buttons/functions during
Easy Handycam operation.
b Notes
• When the ACCESS lamp is lit or flashing, your
camcorder is reading/writing data. Do not shake
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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
6 Displays still images on the hard disk
7 Displays still images on a “Memory Stick Duo”
8 Searches for images by date
4 Returns to the recording screen
5 Displays movies with HD (high
definition) image quality*
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(OPTION)
appears for movies with SD (standard
*
definition) image quality.
1
2
Slide the POWER switch D to turn on your camcorder.
Press (VIEW IMAGES) C (or A).
The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the LCD screen (It may take some time to display
the thumbnails).
• Press
(Film Roll Index) B to display the
(Film Roll Index) screen. See “Handycam
Handbook” (PDF) for details.
3
Start playback.
Movies
Still Images
Touch the
or
tab, and the
Touch the
or
tab, and the still
movie to be played back.
image to be played back.
Beginning of the Toggles Play
Slide show
scene/previous
scene
or Pause as
you touch
Next scene
Previous/Next
(OPTION)
Go to the VISUAL
INDEX screen
Reverse/Forward
(OPTION)
Stop (go to the
INDEX screen)
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To adjust the sound volume of movies
When playing back a movie, touch
Switch the input on the TV to the
connected jack.
Refer to the instruction manuals of the
TV.
(OPTION) t
tab t [VOLUME],
then adjust the volume with
/
.
r
z Tips
Connect your camcorder and TV
referring to [TV CONNECT Guide].
You can use [TV CONNECT Guide] by
• 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.
touching
t [TV CONNECT Guide].
(HOME) t
(OTHERS)
r
Make the required output settings
on your camcorder.
Open the jack cover to connect to jacks on
your camcorder.
Playing the image on a TV
Connection methods and quality of the
image viewed on the TV screen differ
depending on what type of TV is connected,
and the connectors used.
Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power
Refer also to the instruction manuals
supplied with the device to be connected.
For details on connecting and dubbing
recorded images to VCR or DVD/HDD
recorders, see “Handycam Handbook”
(PDF).
b Notes
• When recording, set [X.V.COLOR] to [ON] to
play back on an x.v.Color-compliant TV. Some
settings may need to be adjusted on the TV
when playing back. Refer to the instruction
manual of your TV.
b Notes
• When the A/V connecting cable is used to
output images, images are output with SD
(standard definition) image quality.
• The Handycam Station and your camcorder are
both equipped with A/V OUT jacks and
Operation flow
A/V connecting cable or component video cable
either to the Handycam Station or to your
camcorder. If you connect A/V connecting
cables or component video cables to both the
Handycam Station and your camcorder at the
same time, image disturbance may occur.
You can make sure that you are connecting
the TV correctly using [TV CONNECT
Guide] displayed on the LCD screen.
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Parts and functions used for the camcorder
The numbers in ( ) are reference pages.
Handycam
Station
• When you touch the screen during playback
zoom, the point you touched will be displayed in
the center of the displayed frame.
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).
3 Eyecup (HDR-SR7/SR8)
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wa Speaker
(HDR-SR7/SR8)
Sound comes out from the speaker while
playing back.
6 ACCESS lamp (Hard disk)
When the ACCESS lamp is lit or flashing,
your camcorder is writing/reading data.
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).
7
(flash) button
You can select the settings for the flash.
8 REMOTE jack
Connect other optional accessories.
0 Hook for a shoulder belt
Attach the shoulder belt (optional).
qa HDMI OUT (mini) jack
Connect with the HDMI cable (optional).
qs MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack (HDR-
SR7/SR8)
When an external microphone (optional) is
connected, it takes precedence over the
internal microphone (p. 19).
wf 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 displayed frame.
qd i (headphones) jack (HDR-SR7/SR8)
qf COMPONENT OUT jack
Connect with the component video cable.
qg A/V OUT jack
Connect with the A/V connecting cable.
wg
(HOME) button (22)
qj Active Interface Shoe
The Active Interface Shoe supplies power
to optional accessories such as a video light,
a flash, or a microphone. The accessory can
be turned on or off as you operate the
POWER switch on your camcorder.
wk /CHG (charge) lamp
Lights up while charging your camcorder,
or flickers while charging the flash, and
remains lit when the flash charging is
complete.
qk JACK COVER OPEN/CLOSE knob
wl
(Movie)/
(Still) mode lamps
ql Remote sensor/Infrared port
Receive the signal from the Remote
Commander.
(11)
e; Access lamp (“Memory Stick Duo”)
When the ACCESS lamp is lit or flashing,
your camcorder is writing/reading data.
w; Camera recording lamp
Lights up in red during recording. Flashes
when remaining hard disk space or battery
power is low.
ed
(VIEW IMAGES) button (15)
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ef
(Film Roll Index) button (15)
rh DISC BURN button
Create a disc by connecting the camcorder
to a computer. For details, see “Picture
Motion Browser Guide.”
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.
rj Interface connector
rk (USB) jack
Connect with the USB cable.
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.
el Lens (Carl Zeiss Lens)
r; NIGHTSHOT switch
To record in dark places, set the
NIGHTSHOT switch to ON (
appears).
ra CAM CTRL dial (HDR-SR7/SR8)
You can assign one menu item you often
use to the CAM CTRL dial.
rs MANUAL button (HDR-SR7/SR8)
You can display the [DIAL SETTING]
screen with pressing and holding the
manual button.
rd BACK LIGHT button
To adjust the exposure for backlit subjects,
press BACK LIGHT to display .. To
cancel the backlight function, press BACK
LIGHT again.
rg 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.
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Indicators displayed during recording/playback
A Recording quality (HD/SD) and
Recording movies
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
H VIEW IMAGES button
Recording still images
I Face Index set
J 5.1ch surround recording
K Quality ([FINE]/[STD])
L Image size
M Appears while a still image is being
saved.
N Recording folder
Displays only when the recording media
of still images is a “Memory Stick
Duo.”
Viewing movies
z Tips
• As the number of still images recorded on a
“Memory Stick Duo” increases, new folders are
automatically created to store them.
• During Dual Rec, indicators for both the movie
recording and still image recording appear at the
same time. The place indicators appear slightly
differs from during usual operations.
O Return button
P Playback mode
Viewing still images
Q Current playing movie number/Number
of total recorded movies
R Previous/Next button
S Video operation buttons
T Playing back image quality
U Current playing still image number/
Number of total recorded still images
V Slide show button
W Data file name
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X VISUAL INDEX button
Upper right
Indicator
Meaning
Indicators when you made
changes
FADER
LCD backlight off
Drop sensor off
Drop sensor activated
Following indicators appear during
recording/playback to indicate the settings
of your camcorder.
Upper left
Center
Upper right
Bottom
Indicator
Meaning
Picture effect
Digital effect
Manual focus
9
Bottom
SCENE SELECTION
Upper left
.
Backlight
Indicator
Meaning
n
White balance
SteadyShot off
5.1ch surround
recording/playback
EXPOSURE/
SPOT METER
Self-timer recording
Flash, REDEYE
REDUC
AE SHIFT*
WB SHIFT*
TELE MACRO
ZEBRA
MICREF LEVEL low
WIDE SELECT
X.V.COLOR
Face Index set
Center
Indicator
Meaning
* HDR-SR7/SR8
Slide show set
NightShot
b Notes
Super NightShot
Color Slow Shutter
PictBridge connecting
• The recording date and time is recorded
automatically on the hard disk and “Memory
Stick Duo.” They are not displayed while
recording. However, you can check them as
[DATA CODE] during playback.
E
Warning
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Performing various functions - “ HOME” and
“ OPTION”
• 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)
1 Press
(HOME) A (or B).
(HOME) A
(OPTION)
2 Touch
(HELP).
The bottom of
(HELP) turns orange.
Using the HOME MENU
You can change the recording functions and
the operating settings for your convenience.
For details, see “Handycam Handbook”
(PDF).
3 Touch the item you want to learn about.
When you touch an item, its explanation
appears on the screen.
1
Turn on your camcorder, then
press (HOME) A (or B).
To apply the option, touch [YES].
Using the OPTION MENU
The
(OPTION) MENU appears just like
the pop-up window that appears when you
right-click the mouse on a computer.
Various functions are displayed in the
context of the operation. For details, see
“Handycam Handbook” (PDF).
Category
2
3
4
Touch the desired category.
Touch the desired setup item.
1
While using your camcorder,
touch (OPTION) on the screen.
2
3
Touch the desired item.
Follow the guide on the screen for
further operation.
Change the setting, then touch
.
z Tips
• If the item is not on the screen, touch v/V to
change the page.
• To hide the HOME MENU screen, touch
.
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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.
[
COMPUTER], [
COMPUTER], [DISC BURN]
1
TV CONNECT Guide*
(MANAGE HDD/MEMORY)
category
• Some items appear without a tab.
• The
(OPTION) MENU cannot be used
1
1
Items of the HOME MENU
(CAMERA) category
FORMAT*
FORMAT*
INFO
REPAIR IMG.DB F.
1
MOVIE*
(SETTINGS) category
1
PHOTO*
MOVIE SETTINGS
SMTH SLW REC
1
[
/
REC SET]* , [
REC
MODE], [
SHIFT]* , [WB SHIFT]* ,
REC MODE], [AE
3
3
(VIEW IMAGES) category
[NIGHTSHOT LIGHT], [WIDE
SELECT], [DIGITAL ZOOM],
[STEADYSHOT], [AUTO SLW
SHUTTR], [X.V.COLOR],
1
VISUAL INDEX*
1
INDEX*
1
INDEX*
[GUIDEFRAME], [ZEBRA], [
REMAINING], [FLASH LEVEL],
[REDEYE REDUC], [DIAL
PLAYLIST
3
1
SETTING]* , [
INDEX SET]*
(OTHERS) category
PHOTO SETTINGS
1
DELETE*
1
[
IMAGE SIZE]* , [
[
EDIT
[
DELETE], [
DELETE]
DELETE],
QUALITY], [FILE NO.], [AE
3
3
SHIFT]* , [WB SHIFT]* ,
[NIGHTSHOT LIGHT],
DELETE], [
3
[STEADYSHOT]* ,
[DIVIDE], [COPY]
PLAYLIST EDIT
ADD], [
[GUIDEFRAME], [ZEBRA],
[FLASH LEVEL], [REDEYE
3
REDUC], [DIAL SETTING]* ,
[
ADD], [
ADD
1
[STILL MEDIA]*
by date], [
ERASE], [
ADD by date], [
ERASE], [
VIEW IMAGES SET
ERASE ALL], [
ERASE ALL],
MOVE]
1
[
/
INDEX SET]* , [DATA
[
PRINT
[
MOVE], [
CODE], [
INTERVAL SET]*
DISPLAY], [
1
PRINT], [
PRINT]
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2
SOUND/DISP SET*
Items of the OPTION MENU
1
1
[VOLUME]* , [BEEP]* , [LCD
Items you can set only on the OPTION
MENU will be described below.
BRIGHT], [LCD BL LEVEL], [LCD
COLOR], [VF B.LIGHT]*
3
OUTPUT SETTINGS
tab
[TV TYPE], [DISP OUTPUT],
[COMPONENT]
[FOCUS], [SPOT FOCUS], [TELE
MACRO], [EXPOSURE], [SPOT
METER], [SCENE SELECTION],
[WHITE BAL.], [COLOR SLOW SHTR],
[SUPER NIGHTSHOT]
CLOCK/
LANG
1
[CLOCK SET]* , [AREA SET], [DST
SET], [SUMMERTIME], [
1
LANGUAGE SET]*
tab
GENERAL SET
[FADER], [D.EFFECT], [PICT.EFFECT]
[DEMO MODE], [REC LAMP],
[CALIBRATION], [A.SHUT OFF],
[REMOTE CTRL], [DROP
SENSOR]
tab
[MICREF LEVEL], [SELF-TIMER],
[TIMING], [RECORD SOUND]
*1 You can set these items also during Easy
*2 The menu name is changed to [SOUND
SETTINGS] during Easy Handycam operation.
*3 HDR-SR7/SR8
– (The tab depends on the situation/No tab)
[SLIDE SHOW], [SLIDE SHOW SET],
[COPIES], [DATE/TIME], [SIZE]
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Saving images
Deleting 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.
Deleting the images on the hard
disk
You can save the images recorded on the
camcorder as described below.
1
On the
(HOME MENU), touch
(OTHERS) t [DELETE].
Saving images using a
computer
2
3
Touch [
DELETE].
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.”
Touch [
DELETE] (movies) or [
DELETE] (still images), according
to the type of image you want to
delete, then touch the image to be
deleted.
DELETE], [
Creating a disc with One Touch
(One Touch Disc Burn)
You can save images recorded on the
camcorder directly to a disc with ease.
The selected image is marked with
.
Saving images on a computer
You can save images recorded on the
camcorder on the hard disk of a computer.
4
Touch
t [YES] t
.
Creating a disc with selected images
You can save images imported to your
computer on a disc. You can also edit those
images.
To delete all movies or still images at
one time
In step 3, touch [
DELETE ALL]/[
[YES] t [YES] t
DELETE ALL]/[
DELETE ALL] t
.
Saving images by connecting
your camcorder to other devices
To delete the still images in the
“Memory Stick Duo”
You can dub images to VCR or DVD/HDD
devices. For details, see “Handycam
Handbook” (PDF).
1 In step 2, touch [
2 Touch [ DELETE], then touch the
still image to be deleted.
DELETE].
The selected still image is marked with
.
3 Touch
t [YES] t
.
z Tips
• To delete all still images on the “Memory Stick
Duo,” in step 2, touch [
[YES] t [YES] t
DELETE ALL] t
.
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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.
4
Select the desired language and
the model name of your
Handycam, then click [Handycam
Handbook (PDF)].
Installation starts. When the installation
is completed, the short-cut icon of
“Handycam Handbook” (PDF) appears
on the desktop of your computer.
For Windows users
1
2
Turn on the computer.
• The model name of your Handycam is
printed on its bottom surface.
Place the CD-ROM (supplied) in
the disc drive of your computer.
5
Click [Exit] t [Exit], then remove
the CD-ROM from the disc drive
of your computer.
The select screen for installation
appears.
For Macintosh users
1
Turn on the computer.
3
Click [Handycam Handbook].
2
3
Place the CD-ROM (supplied) in
the disc drive of your computer.
The installation screen for “Handycam
Handbook” (PDF) appears.
Open the [Handbook] folder in the
CD-ROM, double-click the [US]
folder and then drag-and-drop the
“Handbook.pdf” on the computer.
Double-click “Handbook.pdf” to view the
handbook.
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What you can do with a Windows computer
When you install the “Picture Motion
Browser” on a Windows computer from the
System requirements
supplied CD-ROM, you can enjoy the
x When using “Picture Motion Browser”
following operations.
OS: Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional
x Creating a disc with images taken with
your camcorder by one simple
operation
By pressing DISC BURN on the Handycam
recorded on your camcorder to a disc on
your computer.
SP4/Windows XP SP2*/Windows
Vista*
* 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.
x Importing images taken with your
camcorder to a computer
CPU: Intel Pentium 4 2.8 GHz or faster
(Intel Pentium 4 3.6 GHz or faster, Intel
Pentium D 2.8 GHz or faster, Intel Core
Duo 1.66 GHz or faster, or Intel Core 2
Duo 1.66 GHz or faster is
x Viewing imported images on a
computer
x Creating a disc with edited images
recommended.)
Intel Pentium III 1 GHz or faster
enables the following operations:
For details on “Picture Motion Browser,”
see “Picture Motion Browser Guide.”
– Importing the contents to the computer
– One Touch Disc Burn
Attention
This camcorder captures high definition
footage in the AVCHD format. Using the
enclosed PC software, high definition
footage can be copied onto DVD media.
However, DVD media containing AVCHD
footage should not be used with DVD based
players or recorders, as the DVD player/
recorder may fail to eject the media and
may erase its contents without warning.
DVD media containing AVCHD footage
may be played on a compatible Blu-ray
Disc™ player/recorder or other compatible
device.
– Creating an AVCHD format disc/DVD-
video
– Copying a disc
– Processing only the contents in SD
(standard definition) image quality
Memory: For Windows 2000/Windows
XP: 512 MB or more (1 GB or more is
recommended.)
For processing SD (standard definition)
image quality content only, 256 MB of
memory or more is necessary.
For Windows Vista: 1 GB or more
Hard disk: Disk volume required for
installation: Approximately 800 MB
(10 GB or more may be necessary when
creating AVCHD format discs.)
x Using a Macintosh computer
The supplied software “Picture Motion
Browser” is not supported by Macintosh
computers. To use a Macintosh computer
connected to your camcorder, see the
following website for details.
Display: DirectX 7 or later-compatible
video card, Minimum 1,024 × 768 dots,
High Color (16 bit color)
ms/us/
Others: USB port (this must be
provided as standard), Hi-Speed USB
(USB 2.0 compatible is recommended),
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DVD burner (CD-ROM drive is
necessary for installation)
3
Place the supplied CD-ROM in the
disc drive of your computer.
b Notes
The installation screen appears.
• Even in a computer environment where the
operations are guaranteed, frames may be
dropped from movies with HD (high definition)
image quality, resulting in uneven playback.
However, imported images and images on discs
created subsequently will not be affected.
• Operations are not guaranteed, even on
computers fulfilling the above system
requirements. For example, other open or
background applications currently running may
limit product performance.
• “Picture Motion Browser” does not support
5.1ch surround sound reproduction. The sound
is reproduced in 2ch sound.
• If you use a Notebook PC, connect it to the AC
Adaptor as the power source when you view or
edit movies recorded in HD (high definition)
format. Otherwise, the software will not work
properly due to the power saving function of the
PC.
If the screen does not appear
1 Click [Start], then click [My Computer].
(For Windows 2000, double-click [My
Computer].)
2 Double-click [SONYPICTUTIL (E:)]
(CD-ROM) (disc drive).*
* Drive names (such as (E:)) may vary
depending on the computer.
4
5
Click [Install].
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.
Select the language for the
application to be installed, then
click [Next].
Contents to be installed and procedures
may differ depending on your OS.
6
7
Check your area and country/
region, then click [Next].
1
2
Confirm that your camcorder is
not connected to the computer.
Read [License Agreement], select
[I accept the terms of the license
agreement] if you agree, then
click [Next].
Turn on the computer.
b Notes
• Log on as an Administrator for installation.
• Close all applications running on the
computer before installing the software.
8
Connect your camcorder to the
computer following the steps
below.
1 Connect the AC Adaptor to the Handycam
Station and a wall outlet.
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2 Set the camcorder onto the Handycam
Station, then slide the POWER switch to
turn on.
10Follow the on-screen instructions
to install the software.
3 Connect the (USB) jack of the
Handycam Station to the (USB) jack of
the computer using the supplied USB
cable.
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.
4 Touch [
COMPUTER] on the LCD
screen of your camcorder.
– Sonic UDF Reader*
Software required to recognize an AVCHD
format disc
– Windows Media Format 9 Series Runtime
(Windows 2000 only)
Software required to create a DVD
– Microsoft .NET Framework 1.1*
Software required to create an AVCHD disc
– Microsoft DirectX 9.0c*
Software required to handle movies
* For Windows 2000 and Windows XP only
11Follow the on-screen instructions
and, if prompted, restart the
computer.
9
Click [Next] on the connection
confirmation screen of the
computer.
The installation is complete.
12Remove the CD-ROM from the
b Notes
disc drive of your computer.
• Even if a screen prompting you to restart
your computer appears, you do not need to
restart it at this time. Click [NO], and
continue installing the software.
• The authentication may take time.
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Operating “Picture Motion
Browser”
3
Connect the (USB) jack of the
Handycam Station to a computer
using the supplied USB cable
After you install the software, shortcut
icons for “Picture Motion Browser” and
“Picture Motion Browser Guide” are
created on the desktop.
The [USB SELECT] screen appears on
the LCD screen of your camcorder.
For the basic operation of “Picture Motion
Browser,” see “Picture Motion Browser
Guide.”
Touch the desired button on the screen.
Double-click to start “Picture
Motion Browser.”
z Tips
• If the [USB SELECT] screen does not appear,
touch
(HOME) t
(OTHERS) t
[COMPUTER] to display the screen.
Double-click to start “Picture
Motion Browser Guide.”
Recommended USB cable connection
To assure the proper functioning of your
camcorder, connect your camcorder to a
computer as below.
• Connect the USB ports of the Handycam Station
and a computer using the USB cable. Do not
connect anything to other USB ports of a
computer.
• When connecting to a computer with a USB
keyboard and USB mouse connected as standard
equipment, connect the Handycam Station to
another USB port using the USB cable.
Connecting your camcorder to a
computer
To import the images to the computer, etc.,
connect your camcorder to the computer by
the following steps.
1
2
Connect the AC Adaptor to the
Handycam Station and a wall
outlet.
b Notes
• Operations are not guaranteed when multiple
USB devices are connected to a computer.
• Be sure to connect the USB cable to a USB port.
If it is connected to a computer via a USB
keyboard or USB hub, operations are not
guaranteed.
Set the camcorder onto the
Handycam Station, then slide the
POWER switch to turn on.
To disconnect the USB cable
1 Click the [Unplug or eject hardware] icon
on the task tray on the bottom right of the
desk top.
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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. Otherwise, files
stored on the hard disk of your camcorder or in a
“Memory Stick Duo” may not be updated
correctly. Also, disconnecting the USB cable
improperly may cause a malfunction of the hard
disk of your camcorder or of the “Memory Stick
Duo.”
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
then reconnect it after about 1 minute.
If the functions still do not work, press
pointed object. (If you press the RESET
button, all settings, including the clock
setting, are reset.)
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.
• The temperature of your camcorder is
extremely high. Turn off your
camcorder and leave it for a while in a
cool place.
• The temperature of your camcorder is
extremely low. Leave your camcorder
with the power of your camcorder on.
Turn off the camcorder and take it to a
warm place. Leave the camcorder there
for a while, then turn on the camcorder.
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.
Be sure to save the data on the internal hard disk
(see “Handycam Handbook” (PDF)) onto other
media (backup) before sending your camcorder
for repair. We will not compensate you for any
loss of hard disk data.
Buttons do not work.
• 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.
• For the symptoms of your camcorder, see
“Handycam Handbook” (PDF) and for
connecting to the computer, see “Picture Motion
Browser Guide.”
• During Easy Handycam operation,
available buttons/functions are limited.
Cancel Easy Handycam operation. For
details on Easy Handycam operation,
refer to “Handycam Handbook” (PDF).
Your camcorder gets warm.
• This is because the power has been
turned on for a long time. This is not a
malfunction.
Menu items are grayed out.
• There are some functions you cannot
activate simultaneously. For details, see
“Handycam Handbook” (PDF).
The power abruptly turns off.
• When approximately 5 minutes have
elapsed while you do not operate your
camcorder, the camcorder is
automatically turned off (A.SHUT
OFF). Change the setting of [A.SHUT
OFF], or turn on the power again, or
use the AC Adaptor.
The power does not turn on.
• Attach a charged battery pack to the
• Connect the plug of the AC Adaptor to
• Set the camcorder onto the Handycam
Pressing START/STOP or PHOTO
does not record images.
The camcorder does not operate
even when the power is set to on.
• The playback screen is displayed. Set
• It takes a few seconds for your
camcorder to be ready to shoot after the
power is turned on. This is not a
malfunction.
• Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the
wall outlet or remove the battery pack,
the POWER switch to
(Movie) or
• Your camcorder is recording the image
you have just shot on the hard disk.
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You cannot make new recording during
this period.
• The hard disk of the camcorder is full.
• Total number of movie scenes or still
images exceeds the recordable capacity
of your camcorder. Delete unnecessary
Self-diagnosis display/Warning
indicators
If indicators appear in the viewfinder
(HDR-SR7/SR8) or on the LCD screen,
check the following.
You can fix some symptoms by yourself. If
the problem persists even after you have
tried a couple of times, contact your Sony
dealer or local authorized Sony service
facility.
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.
C:04:00
You cannot install “Picture Motion
Browser.”
• Check the computer environment
required to install it.
C:(or E:) ss:ss (Self-diagnosis
display)
C:04:ss
• The battery pack is not an
“Picture Motion Browser” does not
work correctly.
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (H
series). Use an “InfoLITHIUM” battery
• Connect the DC plug of the AC
Adaptor to the DC IN jack of the
Handycam Station or your camcorder
• Quit “Picture Motion Browser” and
restart your computer.
Your camcorder is not recognized by
the computer.
• Install “Picture Motion Browser”
• Disconnect devices from the USB jack
of the computer other than the
C:13:ss / C:32:ss
• Remove the power source. Reconnect it
and operate your camcorder again.
E:20:ss / E:31:ss / E:61:ss /
E:62:ss / E:91:ss / E:94:ss
• 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.”
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 the proper order.
• Make sure the [Media Check Tool] is
running on the computer. For details on
the media check tool, see “Picture
Motion Browser Guide.”
101-0001 (Warning indicator
pertaining to files)
Slow flashing
• The file is damaged.
• The file is unreadable.
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(Warning on the hard disk of the
camcorder)*
(Warning indicators pertaining to
“Memory Stick Duo” formatting)*
• The “Memory Stick Duo” is damaged.
• The “Memory Stick Duo” is not
formatted correctly.
Fast flashing
• An error may have occurred with the
hard disk drive in your camcorder.
(Warning indicator pertaining to
incompatible “Memory Stick Duo”)*
(Warning on the hard disk of the
camcorder)*
• An incompatible “Memory Stick Duo”
is inserted.
Fast flashing
• The hard disk of the camcorder is fully
recorded.
- (Warning indicator pertaining
to the write-protect of the “Memory
Stick Duo”)*
• An error may have occurred with the
hard disk drive in your camcorder.
• The write-protect tab on the “Memory
Stick Duo” is set to lock.
• Access to the “Memory Stick Duo” was
restricted on another device.
E (Battery level warning)
Slow flashing
• The battery pack is nearly used up.
• Depending on the operating
environment or battery conditions, E
(Warning indicator pertaining to
the flash)
may flash, even if there are
approximately 20 minutes remaining.
Fast flashing*
• There is something wrong with the
flash.
(High temperature warning)
Slow flashing
• The temperature of your camcorder is
getting higher. Turn off your camcorder
and leave it for a while in a cool place.
(Warning indicator pertaining to
camera-shake warning)
• The amount of light is not sufficient, so
camera-shake easily occurs. Use the
flash.
• The 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.
Fast flashing*
• The temperature of your camcorder is
extremely high. Turn off your
camcorder and leave it for a while in a
cool place.
(Low temperature warning)*
Fast flashing
• The temperature of your camcorder is
extremely low. Make the camcorder
warm.
* You hear a melody when the warning indicators
appear on the screen.
(Warning indicator pertaining to
“Memory Stick Duo”)
• No “Memory Stick Duo” is inserted
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Additional Information
Precautions
• Keep the Remote Commander and button-type
battery out of children’s reach. If the battery is
accidentally swallowed, consult a doctor
immediately.
• If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked:
– consult your local authorized Sony service
facility.
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.
– 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.
– Near strong magnetic fields or mechanical
vibration. The camcorder may malfunction.
– Near strong radio waves or radiation. The
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.
x 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.
– Near windows or outdoors, where the LCD
screen, the viewfinder (HDR-SR7/SR8), or
the lens may be exposed to direct sunlight.
This damages the inside of the viewfinder
(HDR-SR7/SR8) or the LCD screen.
LCD screen
• 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.
This is not a malfunction.
• Operate your camcorder on DC 6.8 V/7.2 V
(battery pack) or DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor).
• 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, pull it by
the plug and not the cord.
• Do not damage the power cord such as by
placing anything heavy on it.
• While using your camcorder, the back of the
LCD screen may heat up. This is not a
malfunction.
x To clean the LCD screen
If fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen
dirty, it is recommended you use a soft
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 soft cloth lightly moistened with water,
and then wipe the casing with a dry soft 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 metal contacts clean.
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– Leaving the casing in contact with rubber or
vinyl objects for a long period of time.
Power supply
You can use your camcorder in any countries/
regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with your
camcorder within the AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz
range.
Use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a],
if necessary, depending on the design of the wall
outlet [b].
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.
AC-L200/L200B
[a]
[b]
• 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.
To change the battery of the Remote
Commander
1 While pressing on the tab, inset your
fingernail into the slit to pull out the
battery case.
On charging the pre-installed
rechargeable battery
2 Place a new battery with the + side
facing up.
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). The pre-
installed rechargeable battery is always
charged while your camcorder is connected
to the wall outlet via the AC Adaptor or
while the battery pack is attached. The
rechargeable battery will be fully
3 Insert the battery case back into the
Remote Commander until it clicks.
Tab
discharged in about 3 months if you do
not use your camcorder at all. Use your
camcorder after charging the pre-installed
rechargeable battery.
WARNING
Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not
recharge, disassemble or dispose of in
fire.
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.
• 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.
x Procedures
Connect your camcorder to a wall outlet
using the supplied AC Adaptor, and leave it
with the POWER switch set to OFF (CHG)
for more than 24 hours.
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Specifications
Lens
System
Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T
HDR-SR5:
10 × (Optical), 20 ×, 80 × (Digital)
HDR-SR7/SR8:
Video compression format
AVCHD (HD)/MPEG2 (SD)/JPEG (Still
images)
Audio compression format
Dolby Digital 2/5.1ch
10 × (Optical), 20 × (Digital)
Focal length
Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator
F1.8 ~ 2.9
Filter diameter: 37 mm (1 1/2 in.)
HDR-SR5:
Video signal
NTSC color, EIA standards
1080/60i specification
f=5.1 ~ 51 mm (7/32 ~ 2 1/8 in.)
When converted to a 35 mm still camera
For movies*3: 41.3 ~ 485 mm (1 11/16 ~ 19 1/
8 in.) (16:9), 50.5 ~ 594 mm (2 ~ 23 1/2 in.)
(4:3)
For still images: 40.4 ~ 404 mm (1 5/8 ~ 16
in.) (16:9), 37 ~ 370 mm (1 1/2 ~ 14 5/8 in.)
(4:3)
Hard disk
HDR-SR5:
40 GB
HDR-SR7:
60 GB
HDR-SR8:
100 GB
When measuring media capacity, 1 GB
equals 1 billion bytes, a portion of which is
used for data management.
HDR-SR7/SR8:
f=5.4 ~ 54 mm (7/32 ~ 2 1/4 in.) When
converted to a 35 mm still camera
For movies: 40 ~ 400 mm (1 5/8 ~ 15 3/4 in.)
(16:9), 49 ~ 490 mm (1 15/16 ~ 19 3/8 in.)
(4:3)
For still images: 40 ~ 400 mm (1 5/8 ~ 15 3/4
in.) (16:9), 37 ~ 370 mm (1 1/2 ~ 14 5/8 in.)
(4:3)
Recording format
Movie (HD): AVCHD 1080/60i
Movie (SD): MPEG2-PS
Still image: Exif Ver.2.2*1
Viewfinder (HDR-SR7/SR8)
Electric viewfinder (color)
Color temperature
Image device
[AUTO], [ONE PUSH],
[INDOOR] (3 200 K),
[OUTDOOR] (5 800 K)
HDR-SR5:
5.9 mm (1/3 type) CMOS sensor
Recording pixels (still image, 4:3):
Max. 4.0 mega (2 304 × 1 728) pixels*2
Gross: Approx. 2 100 000 pixels
Effective (movie, 16:9):
1 430 000 pixels
Effective (movie, 4:3):
1 080 000 pixels
Effective (still image, 16:9):
1 490 000 pixels
Minimum illumination
2 lx (lux) ([AUTO SLW SHUTTR] [ON],
Shutter speed 1/30 sec)
0 lx (lux) (during NightShot function)
*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
Effective (still image, 4:3):
1 990 000 pixels
HDR-SR7/SR8:
information at the time of recording.
6.3 mm (1/2.9 type) CMOS sensor
Recording pixels (still image, 4:3):
Max. 6.1 mega (2 848 × 2 136) pixels*2
Gross: Approx. 3 200 000 pixels
Effective (movie, 16:9):
2 280 000 pixels
Effective (movie, 4:3):
1 710 000 pixels
Effective (still image, 16:9):
2 280 000 pixels
*2 The unique pixel array of Sony’s ClearVid
CMOS sensor and image processing
system (new Enhanced Imaging
Processor) allows for still image resolution
equivalent to the sizes described.
*3 The focal length figures are actual figures
resulting from wide angle pixel read-out.
Effective (still image, 4:3):
3 040 000 pixels
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Dimensions (approx.)
Input/Output connectors
HDR-SR5:
75 × 81 × 135 mm
Audio/Video output
10-pin connector
(3 × 3 1/4 × 5 3/8 in.) (w/h/d)
including the projecting parts
75 × 81 × 140 mm
(3 × 3 1/4 × 5 5/8 in.) (w/h/d)
including the projecting parts, and the NP-
FH60 rechargeable battery pack attached
Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms)
Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms)
Chrominance signal: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 Ω
(ohms)
Audio signal: 327 mV (at load impedance 47
kΩ (kilohms)), Output impedance with less
than 2.2 kΩ (kilohms)
HDR-SR7/SR8:
75 × 81 × 144 mm
(3 × 3 1/4 × 5 3/4 in.) (w/h/d)
including the projecting parts
75 × 81 × 149 mm
COMPONENT OUT jack
Y: 1 Vp-p, 75Ω (ohms)
PB/PR, CB/CR: 350 mV, 75 Ω (ohms)
(3 × 3 1/4 × 5 7/8 in.) (w/h/d)
including the projecting parts, and the NP-
FH60 rechargeable battery pack attached
HDMI OUT jack
HDMI Type C mini connector
Headphone jack (HDR-SR7/SR8)
Mass (approx.)
Stereo minijack (Ø 3.5 mm)
HDR-SR5:
MIC input jack (HDR-SR7/SR8)
460 g (1 lb) main unit only
540 g (1 lb 3 oz) including the NP-FH60
rechargeable battery pack
Stereo minijack (Ø 3.5 mm)
REMOTE jack
Stereo mini-minijack (Ø 2.5 mm)
HDR-SR7/SR8:
530 g (1 lb 2 oz) main unit only
610 g (1 lb 5 oz) including the NP-FH60
rechargeable battery pack
LCD screen
Image
6.7 cm (2.7 type, aspect ratio 16:9)
Supplied accessories
Total dot number
211 200 (960 × 220)
Handycam Station DCRA-C181
Input/Output connectors
General
Power requirements
DC 6.8 V/7.2 V (battery pack)
DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor)
Audio/Video output
10-pin connector
Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms)
Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms)
Chrominance signal: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 Ω
(ohms)
Audio signal: 327 mV (at load impedance 47
kΩ (kilohms)), Output impedance less than
2.2 kΩ (kilohms)
Average power consumption
HDR-SR5:
During camera recording using the LCD with
normal brightness:
HD: 4.2 W SD: 3.6 W
HDR-SR7/SR8:
During camera recording using the
viewfinder with normal brightness:
HD: 4.5 W SD: 4.0 W
During camera recording using the LCD with
normal brightness:
COMPONENT OUT jack
Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms)
PB/PR, CB/CR: 350 mV, 75 Ω (ohms)
USB jack
HD: 4.7 W SD: 4.2 W
mini-B
Operating temperature
AC Adaptor AC-L200/L200B
0 °C to + 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
Storage temperature
Power requirements
-20 °C to + 60 °C (-4 °F to + 140 °F)
AC 100 V - 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Current consumption
0.35 - 0.18 A
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Power consumption
On trademarks
• “Handycam” and
are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.
• “AVCHD” and “AVCHD” logotype are
trademarks of Matsushita Electric Industrial
Co., Ltd. and Sony Corporation.
18 W
Output voltage
DC 8.4 V*
Operating temperature
0 °C to + 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
Storage temperature
• “Memory Stick,” “
Duo,” “
PRO Duo,” “
,” “Memory Stick
,” “Memory Stick
,”
-20 °C to + 60 °C (-4 °F to + 140 °F)
Dimensions (approx.)
48 × 29 × 81 mm
“Memory Stick Micro,” “MagicGate,”
(1 15/16 × 1 3/16 × 3 1/4 in.) (w/h/d)
excluding the projecting parts
“
,” “MagicGate Memory
Stick” and “MagicGate Memory Stick Duo” are
trademarks of Sony Corporation.
• “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony
Corporation.
• “x.v.Color” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
• Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks
of Dolby Laboratories.
• Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator is a trademark of
Dolby Laboratories.
• HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition
Multimedia Interface are trademarks or
Mass (approx.)
170 g (6.0 oz) excluding the power cord
* 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
registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
Capacity
• Microsoft, Windows, Windows Media,
Windows Vista, and DirectX are either
registered trademarks or trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/
or other countries.
7.2 Wh (1 000 mAh)
Dimensions (approx.)
31.8 × 33.3 × 45.0 mm
(1 5/16 × 1 5/16 × 1 13/16 in.) (w/h/d)
• 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.
Mass (approx.)
80 g (2.9 oz)
Operating temperature
0 °C to + 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
Type
Lithium ion
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
• Your camcorder is produced under the license of
Dolby Laboratories.
• 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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