The image data base file may be damaged. Check the data base file by touching (HOME) (MANAGE MEDIA) [REPAIR IMG.DB F.] the recording medium.

The “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media are damaged.

(Warning indicators pertaining to “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media formatting)

The “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media are damaged.

The “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media are not formatted correctly (p. 72).

(Warning indicator pertaining to incompatible “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media)

Incompatible “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media are inserted (p. 70).

(Warning indicator pertaining to the write-protect of the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media)

Access to the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media was restricted on another device.

(Warning indicator pertaining to the flash)

Fast flashing

There is something wrong with the flash.

(Warning indicator pertaining to camera-shake warning)

The amount of lights 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.

(Warning indicator pertaining to drop sensor)

The drop sensor function (p. 99) is activated, and has detected that the camcorder has been

dropped. Therefore, the camcorder is taking steps to protect the hard disk. Recording/ playback may be disabled as a result.

The drop sensor function does not guarantee the protection of the hard disk under all possible situations. Use the camcorder under stable conditions.

(Warning indicator pertaining to photo recording)

The recording media is full.

Photos cannot be recorded during processing. Wait for a while, then record.

Tips

You may hear a melody when some warning indicators appear on the screen.

Description of warning messages

If messages appear on the screen, follow the instructions.

Recording media

HDD format error.

The internal hard disk of the camcorder is set differently from the default format. Performing [MEDIA FORMAT] (p. 72) may enable you to use your camcorder. This will delete all data in the internal hard disk.

Data error.

An error occurred during reading or writing the internal hard disk of the camcorder. This may occur when you keep applying shock on the camcorder.

If the message is preceded by a GPS indicator, there may be some trouble with the GPS receiver. Turn on your camcorder again. (HDR-XR500VE/XR520VE)

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