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Self-diagnosis display
If indicators appear on the LCD screen, check the following.
If the problem persists even after you have tried to fix a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or
local authorized Sony service facility. In this case, when you contact them, give them all the numbers of
the error code beginning with C or E.
You may hear a melody when some warning indicators appear on the screen.

C:(or E:) : (Self-diagnosis display)

C:04:
The battery pack is not an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (V series). Use an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack
(V series). [Details]
Connect the DC plug of the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack of your camcorder securely. [Details]
C:06:
The battery pack temperature is high. Change the battery pack or place it in a cool place.
C:13: / C:32:
Remove the power source. Reconnect it and operate your camcorder again.
E: :
Follow the steps from 2 on “If you have problems”.

(Warning on the internal hard disk of the camcorder)

The internal hard disk of the camcorder is full.
An error may have occurred with the internal hard disk on the camcorder.

(Battery level warning)

The battery pack is nearly used up.
Depending on the operating environment or battery conditions, may flash, even if there are about
20 minutes remaining.

(Warning indicator pertaining to battery pack temperature)

The battery pack temperature is high. Change the battery pack or place it in a cool place.
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