Sony DCR-SR48, DCR-SR67 manual 101, About handling of your camcorder

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Put the battery pack in a pocket to warm it up, and install it on your camcorder right before you start taking shots.

Use a large capacity battery pack: NP-FH70/ FH100 (sold separately).

Frequent use of the LCD screen or a frequent playback, fast forward or reverse operation wears out the battery pack faster. We recommend using a large capacity battery pack: NP-FH70/FH100 (sold separately).

Be sure to close the LCD screen when not recording or playing back on your camcorder. The battery pack is also consumed when your camcorder is in recording standby or playback pause.

Have spare battery packs ready for 2 or 3 times the expected recording time, and make trial recordings before making the actual recording.

Do not expose the battery pack to water. The battery pack is not water resistant.

About the remaining battery time indicator

When the power goes off even though the remaining battery time indicator indicates that the battery pack has enough power to operate, charge the battery pack fully again. Remaining battery time will be indicated correctly. Note, however, that the battery indication will not be restored if it is used in high temperatures for a long time, or if left in a fully charged state, or when the battery pack is frequently used. Use the remaining battery time indication as a rough guide only.

The mark that indicates low battery flashes even if there are still 20 minutes of battery time remaining, depending on the operating conditions or ambient temperature.

About storage of the battery pack

If the battery pack is not used for a long time, fully charge the battery pack and use it up on your camcorder once a year to maintain proper function. To store the battery pack, remove it from your camcorder and put it in a dry, cool place.

To discharge the battery pack on your camcorder completely, touch (HOME) (SETTINGS) [GENERAL SET] [A.SHUT OFF] [NEVER], and leave your camcorder in recording standby until the power goes off (p. 76).

About battery life

Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use. If decreased usage time between charges becomes significant, it is probably time to replace it with a new one.

Each battery’s life is governed by storage, operating and environmental conditions.

About handling of your camcorder

On use and care

Do not use or store the camcorder and accessories in the following locations:

Anywhere extremely hot, cold or humid. Never leave them exposed to temperatures above 60 C (140 °F), such as under direct sunlight, near heaters or in a car parked in the sun. They may malfunction or become deformed.

Near strong magnetic fields or mechanical vibration. The camcorder may malfunction.

Near strong radio waves or radiation. 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.

Near windows or outdoors, where the LCD screen, or the lens may be exposed to direct sunlight. This damages the LCD screen.

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 LCD screen closed when you are not using your camcorder.

Table of Contents

Useful Recording Techniques

Index

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Contents  2009 Sony Corporation 124-310-121 Searching for information quickly Using the Handycam HandbookAbout this Handycam Handbook  Click hereTable of contents Customizing your camcorder EditingUtilizing recording media File/folder structure on the internal hard disk TroubleshootingAdditional information Useful recording techniques Parts and controls  Access lamp Hard disk Speaker  LCD screen/Touch panel 10Center Screen indicatorsUpper right Upper leftUseful Recording Techniques Index Home Option Taking advantage of two types of menus Using the Home MenuUsing the Option Menu List Menu listsFollowing items are available on the Option Menu only List of the Option MenuTab Tab depends on the situation/no tabLCD screen Battery pack Using the camcorderSupplied items  Operating GuideWhen the camcorder is connected to a computer About changing the language settingRecording Save all your recorded image dataCarl Zeiss lens If you cannot record/play back images, perform Media FormatBattery pack DC plug DC in jack AC Adaptor Charging the battery packTurn off your camcorder by closing the LCD screen CHG charge lampTo use a wall outlet wall socket as a power source To remove the battery packCharging the battery pack abroad Charging timeContents Useful Recording Techniques Index Open the LCD screen of your camcorder Turning the power on, and setting the date and timeSet DST SET or SUMMERTIME, date and time, then touch Your camcorder is turned onTo turn off the power Changing the language settingStabilizing your camcorder Five pieces of advice for successful recordingRecording movies Default setting, movies are recorded on the hard disk p Press START/STOP to start recording  Press EasyShooting photos  Open the lens coverFlashes Lights up  Open the LCD screen of your camcorder Press Easy  Open the LCD screen of your camcorder Playing movies Press View Images  Touch the Movie tab  a desired movie Your camcorder starts playing the selected movie Viewing photosYour camcorder starts playing the selected photo Next To the Visual Index screenInvalid buttons during Easy Handycam operation To cancel Easy Handycam operationMenu settings during Easy Handycam operation Recording  Press START/STOP to start recording Data code during recording  Press Mode to turn on the Photo lampFlashes  Lights up When disappears, the photo is recorded Wider range of view Close view Wide angle Useful functions for recording movies and photosZooming Adjusting the exposure for backlit subjects Switching the screen display Recording in mirror mode Touch the Movie tab  a desired movie  Playback on the camcorderWhile playing back movies, touch  adjust with /  To adjust the sound volume of moviesPrevious Next To fast-reverse To pause/playTo the Visual Next Your camcorder displays the selected photoSearching for desired scene by pinpoint Film Roll Index Useful functions for playing movies and photos Press View Images  Touch Film Roll IndexReturns to the Visual Index screen  Touch Face IndexSearching for desired images by date Date Index  Touch date on the screen Using PB zoom with photosRecording dates of images are displayed on the screen Screen is framedTouch on the photo playback screen Playing back a series of photos Slide showTo stop the slide show To restart the slide show A/V connecting cable with S Video sold separately  A/V connecting cable suppliedRemote Connector Playing images on a TV Play back movies and photos on your camcorder p When connecting to your TV via a VCRTouch Home  Others Deleting movies and photosTo delete movies, touch Touch YES   Touch  YES   Capturing a photo from a movie Touch at the point where you want to captureTouch the movie to be captured Touch Touch Home  Others MOVIE DUB Dubbing movies Touch the type of dubbing  Select the movie to be dubbed Touch Home  Others PHOTO Copy Copying photos Touch the type of copying  Select the photo to be copiedTo undo the protection of movies and photos Touch Home  Others  Edit To protect movies, touchTouch the movies and photos to be protected Touch the movie to be divided Dividing a movieCreating the Playlist Using the Playlist of moviesSelected movie is marked with To add all the movies recorded on the same day at one time Touch Home  View Images PLAYLIST Playing the Playlist Touch the movie you want to play back To erase unnecessary movies from the PlaylistExternal Drive screen appears on the camcorder screen  Press Disc Burn on the DVD writerDisc Burn screen appears on the camcorder screen To play back a disc on the DVD writer To create a disc with the selected imagesScreen  Press and disconnect the USB cableUSB Select screen appears on the camcorder screen  Touch USB Connect when movies are recorded on Disconnect the USB cable  A/V connecting cable with S Video Sold separately  A/V connecting cable suppliedCreating a disc with a recorder, etc  Insert the recording media in the recording deviceSettings  Output Settings Touch Home  Others  Battery Info Checking the battery informationRemaining battery capacity is shown To close the battery information screenSelecting the recording media Changing the recording mediaSelecting the recording media for photos Inserting Memory Stick PRO Duo media Touch YES Access lampMemory Stickmedia You cannot use it in your camcorder To eject the Memory Stick PRO Duo mediaTo turn off the display Checking the media informationTouch Home  Manage Media MEDIA Info Photos Formatting Deleting all moviesEmpty screen appears Touch EmptyFormat screen appears REC Mode Recording mode Movie Settings Items for recording moviesAudio Mode DCR-SR67/SR87 Default settings are marked with Digital Zoom Zooming zone appears when you select the zooming levelWide Select Guideframe SteadyshotAuto SLW Shuttr Auto Slow Shutter Face SET Remaining SETImage Size Photo Settings Items for recording photosFile NO. File number You can select a photo size to be shotGuideframe Movie Photo View Images SET Items to customize the displayData Code Table of Contents Useful Recording Techniques Index Volume SOUND/DISP SET Items to adjust the sound and the screenBeep LCD BrightLCD Color You can adjust the color of the LCD screenYou can set where the screen displays are to be output Output Settings Items for when connected to a TVTV Type Disp Output Display outputClock SET CLOCK/ Lang Items to set clock and languageArea SET DST SET/SUMMERTIMEDemo Mode General SET Other setup itemsCalibration Shut OFF Auto shut offDrop Sensor Power on by LCDFunctions set in the Option Menu To return the setting to automatic exposure, touch AutoSpot MTR/FCS Spot Meter Flexible spot meterTele Macro To adjust the focus automatically, touch AutoSpot Focus Focus To adjust the exposure automatically, touch AutoExposure You can record images effectively in various situations Scene SelectionOutdoor Indoor  White BAL. White balance Fader  a desired setting  Steps Recording modeFader BLT-IN Zoom MIC Built-in zoom microphoneYou can select the microphone level for recording sound SELF-TIMERMicref Level Microphone reference level Overall operations/Easy Handycam operation TroubleshootingLCD screen Batteries/power sourcesRecording Memory Stick PRO Duo mediaPlayback Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators Connecting/Dubbing to other devicesEditing movies/photos on your camcorder Functions that cannot be used simultaneouslyLow temperature warning  Battery level warningHigh temperature warning Description of warning messages This Memory Stick is not formatted correctly Reinsert the Memory StickStill picture folder is full. Cannot record still pictures This Memory Stick may not be able to record or play moviesRecording time of movies/number of recordable photos Battery packRecording time Internal hard disk DCR-SR47/SR48/SR67Expected recording time of movies Recording modeInternal hard disk DCR-SR67/SR87You can record the maximum 9,999 photos Expected number of recordable photosMemory Stick PRO Duo media DCR-SR47/SR48/SR67 152 ×Power supply Using your camcorder abroadOn TV color systems System UsedWorld time difference Setting to the local timeTime-zone Area setting Differences  Movie files MPEG2 files  Image management filesFolder name goes up 101PNV01  102PNV01  Photo files Jpeg filesOn the Memory Stick Duo media adaptor Maintenance and precautionsAbout the Memory Stick media 100 About the InfoLITHIUM battery packAbout handling of your camcorder 101102 How to charge the pre-installed rechargeable battery On charging the pre-installed rechargeable battery103 On handling the casingOn GNU GPL/LGPL applied software 104On trademarks 105 IndexProtect 106107

DCR-SR48, DCR-SR67 specifications

The Sony DCR-SR67 and DCR-SR48 are versatile camcorders that cater to both amateur and semi-professional videographers seeking compact yet feature-rich recording solutions. Released as part of the Handycam series, these models emphasize convenience, ease of use, and advanced technology, making them popular choices among users who need reliable handheld recording devices.

The DCR-SR67 boasts a built-in 30 GB hard drive, allowing for ample storage capacity for hours of high-quality video footage. This model supports a maximum recording time of approximately 20 hours in standard mode. In contrast, the DCR-SR48 features a slightly smaller 40 GB hard drive, providing an extended recording time. Both camcorders support MPEG-2 encoding, ensuring efficient file compression without significant loss of quality.

A key characteristic of these camcorders is their advanced imaging technology. Both models are equipped with a 1/6-inch CCD image sensor, delivering clear and bright images while maintaining accurate color reproduction. The lenses feature a Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar design, known for producing sharp, high-contrast visuals. They also incorporate optical image stabilization (OIS) to minimize shake during handheld recording, further enhancing the overall video quality.

Another noteworthy feature is the innovative NightShot technology that allows users to capture footage in low-light conditions. This infrared mode is particularly useful for recording in dark environments, opening up opportunities for creative shooting scenarios. Additionally, both camcorders come equipped with a 2.7-inch LCD screen for easy framing and playback of video clips.

On the connectivity front, the DCR-SR67 and DCR-SR48 offer USB 2.0 ports for fast data transfer to computers, making sharing and editing footage straightforward. An AV output allows for connection to televisions and external displays for immediate playback. These camcorders also support Memory Stick Duo, providing an additional storage option for users who want to extend capacity.

In summary, the Sony DCR-SR67 and DCR-SR48 are compact and capable camcorders, featuring substantial internal storage, advanced imaging technologies, and user-friendly interfaces. With options for low-light recording and solid connectivity, they cater to both casual users and more serious filmmakers looking to capture their memories with style and ease.
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