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Operating Guide

DCR-SR40/SR60/SR80
Also refer to Handycam Handbook (PDF) By referring to Handycam Handbook (PDF) contained in the supplied CD-ROM, you can find more detailed information on how to use the camcorder.
Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website.
Printed on 100% recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink.

Printed in Japan

2006 Sony Corporation

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

WARNING
To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. For your protection, please read these safety instructions completely before operating the appliance, and keep this manual for future reference. Carefully observe all warnings, precautions and instructions on the appliance, or the one described in the operating instructions and adhere to them.

Power Sources

This set should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of electrical power supplied to your home, consult your dealer or local power company. For those sets designed to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the products enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

Polarization

This set may be equipped with a polarized ac power cord plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug by forcing it in.

Overloading

Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity, since this can result in fire or electric shock.

Object and Liquid Entry

Never push objects of any kind into the set through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the set.

Attachments

Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer, as they may cause hazards.

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.
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.

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.

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 nongravity condition, the block noise to protect the camcorder may also be recorded. If the drop sensor catches a drop repeatedly, recording/play back may be stopped.

Table of Contents

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS..2 Read this first....4 Notes on use...6

Getting Started

Step 1: Checking supplied items...8 Step 2: Charging the battery pack...10 Step 3: Turning the power on and setting the date and time.12 Step 4: Making setting adjustments before recording..13

Recording/Playback

Recording...14 Playback...15 Parts and functions used for the camcorder..16 Indicators displayed during recording/playback..18 Deleting images....20 Playing the image on a TV...20 Performing with a computer...21 Performing various functions - Setup..24

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting....27 Warning indicators...29

Additional Information

Precautions...31 Specifications...33
Step 1: Checking supplied items
Make sure that you have following items supplied with your camcorder. The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that item supplied.

AC Adaptor (1) (p.10)

A button-type lithium battery is already installed.
Wireless Remote Commander (1) (DCR-SR60/SR80)
Rechargeable battery pack NP-FP50 (1) (p.11)

Power cord (1) (p.10)

Lens Cap (1) (p.12) (DCR-SR40)
Handycam Station (1) (p.10)

To attach the lens cap

A/V connecting cable (1) (p.20)

USB cable (1)

Thread the grip belt through the lens cap ring.

CD-ROM (1) (p.21)

ImageMixer for HDD Camcorder (Software) Handycam Handbook (PDF)
Operating Guide (This manual) (1)
On the Remote Commander (DCR-SR60/SR80)
Using the Remote Commander for the first time
Remove the insulation sheet before using the Remote Commander.

Insulation sheet

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. 2 Place a new battery with the + side facing up. 3 Insert the battery case back into the Remote Commander until it clicks.

DC plug Open the jack cover
Available running time for the supplied battery pack NP-FP50
Charging time: Approximate time (min.) required when you fully charge a completely exhausted battery pack. Recording/Playback time: Approximate time (min.) available when you use a fully charged battery pack.

(Unit:min.)

DCR-SR40 DCR-SR60/ SR80 125
On the AC Adaptor Connect the AC Adaptor to an easily accessible wall outlet close by. If any trouble occurs while using the adaptor, immediately shut off the power by removing the plug from the wall outlet. 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. PRECAUTION Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power (house current) is still supplied to it while connected to the wall outlet via the AC Adaptor. 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].
Charging time Recording time*1 Continuous recording time Typical recording time*4 Playback time
100*2 105*3 55*2 55*3 115*2
*1 When [REC MODE] is set to [HQ]. *2 When the LCD backlight turns on. *3When the LCD backlight turns off. *4 Typical recording time shows the time when you repeat recording start/stop, turning the power on/ off and zooming.

AC-L25A/ L25B [a] [b]

Step 3: Turning the power on and setting the date and time
Touch the button on the LCD screen.
When using the camcorder for the first time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears on the LCD screen.

3&4

CLOCK SET AREA26
GMT -5.0 New yor k , Bogota
OFF DST DATE 2006 Y JAN M 1D
1 Remove the lens cap by pressing
both tabs on the sides of the cap. Pull the lens cap string down until stopped by the grip belt (DCRSR40).
4 Set [DST], [Y] (year), [M] (month),
[D] (day), hour and minute. The clock starts.
2 Turn on the power by sliding the
POWER switch in the direction of the arrow while pressing the green button in the center. When you record or play back an image, slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow repeatedly until the respective lamp lights up.
(Movie): To record movies (Still): To record still images (PLAY/EDIT): To play back images on your camcorder, or to edit/delete them

The recording date and time are not displayed during recording but are automatically recorded onto the hard disk and displayed during playback (see Handycam Handbook (PDF)). Instead of [DST], [SUMMERTIME] is displayed for some models.
When resetting the date and time
You can set the desired date and time by touching t [SETUP] t TIME/LANGU. t [CLOCK SET] (p.24).
3 Select the desired geographical
area with / , then touch.
Step 4: Making setting adjustments before recording

degrees (max.)

degrees to the camcorder degrees (max.)

16:9 (wide) 4:3

1 Open the LCD screen 90 degrees
to the camcorder (1), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play (2).
4 Fasten the grip belt and hold your

camcorder correctly.

direction of the arrow repeatedly until the respective lamp lights up. (Movie):To record movies (Still):To record still images
When you turn on (Still), the screen aspect ratio is changed to 4:3 automatically.
3 Press WIDE SELECT repeatedly to
select the desired screen aspect ratio (DCR-SR60/SR80).

Recording

Lens cover
Opens in accordance with the setting of the POWER switch (DCR-SR60/SR80).

PHOTO Beep

Shutter click

P-MENU

Flashing b Lights up
START/STOP B START/STOP A

00:01:00

START/ STOP

[STBY] b [REC]

1 Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow repeatedly until the
respective lamp lights up. Press the green button only when the POWER switch is in the OFF (CHG) position.

2 Start recording.

Movies
Press START/STOP A (or B). To stop recording, press START/STOP again.

Still Images

Press PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus A, then press it fully B. A shutter sound is heard. When disappears, the image has been recorded.
If the ACCESS lamp is on after recording is finished, it means data is still being written onto the hard disk. Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder, and do not remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor. You cannot record movies and still images at the same time. The maximum continuous recordable time is approximately 13 hours.

2 Power zoom lever

To use zoom, move the power zoom lever. Move the power zoom lever slightly for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom.
W:Wide Wider range of view T:Telephoto Close view

9 Zoom buttons

Press for zooming in/out.

q; LCD screen

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).
5 Built-in stereo microphone

Records sound.

6 Remote sensor (DCR-SR60/SR80)
Receive the signal from the Remote Commander.

qs Shoulder belt hook

To attach the shoulder belt, attach the shoulder belt (optional) with your camcorder to the shoulder belt hook.

qa Speaker

Sound comes out from the speaker while playing back.
qh EASY button qd BACK LIGHT button
To adjust the exposure for backlit subjects, press BACK LIGHT to display. To cancel the back light function, press BACK LIGHT again. Refer to the instructions on EASY button in Recording.
Connecting to other devices
qj qk ql. Open the jack cover. 3 Shoe cover (DCR-SR60/SR80)
Open when using Active Interface Shoe. Recording/Playback

qf RESET button

To initialize the settings (Reset), press RESET to initialize all the settings, including settings for date and time.

qg DISP/BATT INFO button

You can change the settings for the screen display settings or check the remaining battery power.
4 Active Interface Shoe (DCR-SR60/SR80)
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.

qh EASY button

By pressing the EASY button, most of the settings on the camcorder will be automatically operated. In this way, you can use the camcorder with simple operation (Easy Handycam operation). During Easy Handycam operation, you may not use some of the buttons on the camcorder.

qj DC IN jack

Connect to the DC plug of the AC Adaptor.
qk A/V (audio/video) jack
Connect with the A/V connecting cable.
2 Power zoom lever 9 Zoom buttons
You can magnify images from about 1.1 to 5 times the original size (Playback zoom). 1 Play back the image you want to magnify. 2 Magnify the image with T (Telephoto). A frame appears on the LCD screen. 3 Touch the portion you want to display in the center of the LCD screen. 4 Adjust the magnification with W (Wide angle)/T (Telephoto). To cancel, touch [END].

ql REMOTE jack (DCR-SR60/SR80)
Connect other optional accessories.

w; DVD BURN button

Create a DVD by connecting the camcorder to a computer.

wa Interface connector

Connect with the camcorder and the Handycam Station.

(USB) jack

Connect with the USB cable.
Indicators displayed during recording/playback

Recording movies

Recording still images

00:01:00 [60min]

1 Remaining battery (approx.) 2 Recording mode (HQ / SP / LP) 3 Recording status ([STBY] (standby) / [REC] (recording)) 4 Counter (hour: minute: second) 5 Remaining recordable time of movies 6 Review button 7 Personal Menu button
8 Image size (DCR-SR60/SR80) 9 Quality ([FINE] / [STD]) q; Number of recordable still images

Viewing movies

100/112 01:01:00

Viewing still images

102-0001
qa Playback mode qs Recording folders/files qd Video operation buttons qf Number of played back movies/Total number of recorded movies qg Previous/Next button
qh Recording folders/files qj VISUAL INDEX button qk Previous/Next button ql Number of played back still images /Total number of recorded still images w; Slide show button
Indicators on the LCD screen
When you can change the setup items, or during recording or playback, following indicators are displayed.

Upper left Upper center

Center

Indicator Meaning

Upper right
NightShot plus Super NightShot plus Color Slow Shutter PictBridge connecting

Warning

Bottom

Indicator

Meaning

Upper left

9 Self-timer recording Continuous photo recording /Bracket recording Flash light MICREF LEVEL low
Picture effect Digital effect Manual focus PROGRAM AE
Backlight White balance WIDE SELECT SteadyShot off Flexible spot meter / Exposure

Upper center

DATA CODE while recording

Repeat of Slide show

The recording date and time are recorded automatically. They are not displayed while recording. However, you can check them as [DATA CODE] during playback.
Fader LCD backlight off Drop sensor off Drop sensor

Deleting images

1 Select the
Playing the image on a TV
Connect your camcorder to the input jack of TV or VCR using A/V connecting cable 1 (supplied) or A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO 2 (optional). For details, see Handycam Handbook (PDF).

A/V jack

(Movie) tab or the (Still) tab on the VISUAL INDEX screen.
2 Touch [EDIT] t [DELETE], then
select the image to be deleted. The selected image is marked with.

3 Touch

t [YES].
To delete all movies or still images at once
Touch [EDIT] t [DELETE ALL] in step 2, then follow the on-screen instructions.

S VIDEO

(Yellow) (White)

Deleting images by date

1 Touch [DATE] on the VISUAL INDEX screen, then touch the Previous/Next Date button to select the date of the desired image. t [EDIT] t [DELETE 2 Touch DATE] t [YES].

Deleting the last scene

You can check the last recorded movie/still image. Also, you can delete the checked images. 1 Slide the POWER switch to light up the (Movie) or (Still) lamp, then touch. 2 Touch t [YES].

VCRs or TVs

: Signal flow
Performing with a computer
In the supplied CD-ROM, the following items are contained: ImageMixer for HDD Camcorder (Software) Software to help you view/edit/create DVD on a computer connected to the camcorder. Handycam Handbook (PDF) Handbook to introduce how to use the camcorder. Install the above on a computer by following the steps below.
The model name of your Handycam is printed on its bottom surface.
6 Click [Exit] t [Exit], then remove the CDROM from the disc drive of your computer.

x For Macintosh user

1 Turn on the computer. 2 Place the CD-ROM (supplied) on the disc drive of your computer. 3 Open the [Handbook] folder in the CDROM, double-click the [US] folder and then drag-and-drop the Handbook.pdf on the computer.
Viewing Handycam Handbook (PDF)
To view Handycam Handbook, you need to install Adobe Reader on your computer.
After having the software installed, doubleclick Handbook.pdf, you can view the handbook.
Installing the supplied software
The supplied software ImageMixer for HDD Camcorder is not compatible with a Macintosh. To use the camcorder connecting with a Macintosh, apply the compliant software introduced on the following website.
The system requirements for Macintosh are also shown on the website. Pixela home page: http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/sony/e/ Compliant Software: Capty MPEG Edit EX (Video editing software) Capty DVD/VCD 2 (DVD authoring software)

x For Windows user

1 Turn on the computer. 2 Place the CD-ROM (supplied) on the disc drive of your computer. The select screen for installation appears.
3 Click [Handycam Handbook]. The installation screen for Handycam Handbook appears.

x System requirements

When using the supplied software, you need the following system requirements below.
4 Select desired language and select the model name of your Handycam. 5 Click [Handycam Handbook (PDF)]. Installation starts. When the installation is completed, the short-cut icon of Handycam Handbook appears on the desktop of your computer.

x To change the setup items during Easy Handycam operation
does not appear during Easy Handycam operation. Touch [SETUP], available setup items appear.

Setup items

Available setup items vary depending on the operating mode. Unavailable items will be grayed out on the LCD screen of the camcorder. For details, refer to Handycam Handbook (PDF).

CAMERA SET

PROGRAM AE: SPOT METER: EXPOSURE: WHITE BAL.: AUTO SHUTTER: SPOT FOCUS: FOCUS: FLASH SET *1: SUPER NSPLUS: NS LIGHT: COLOR SLOW S: SELF-TIMER: SELF-TIMER: DIGITAL ZOOM: WIDE SELECT *2: STEADYSHOT: Records images effectively in various situations. Adjusts and fix the exposure to a subject. Fixes the brightness of an image. Adjusts the color balance to the brightness of the recording environment. Automatically activates the electronic shutter to adjust the shutter speed. Selects and adjusts the focal point to aim it to at a subject not located in the center of the screen. Adjusts the settings to have focused on a subject. Adjusts various settings for using an external flash. Records an image in a higher sensitivity than NightShot plus. Records clearer images with the light which emits infrared light while using NightShot plus. Records an image brighter in color even in dark places. Selects whether to set the self-timer for shooting a still image. Selects whether to set the self-timer for recording a movie. Selects the zoom level using digital zoom. Sets the screen aspect ratio matching a TV screen. Prevents an image from being blurred.

STILL SET

BURST *1: QUALITY: IMAGE SIZE *1: Records several still images one after another. Selects the quality for recording a still image. Selects the size for recording a still image.

PICT.APPLI.

FADER: D.EFFECT: PICT.EFFECT: REC CTRL *1: USB SELECT *3: DEMO MODE: Selects whether to fade in/out adding various effects. Records additional digital effects. Records adding special picture effects. Displays operating buttons when recording an image saved on other device on the camcorder. Selects a function for connecting the camcorder with a computer/printer. Displays the demonstration of the functions on the camcorder.

HDD SET

HDD FORMAT: HDD INFO: DROP SENSOR: EMPTY HDD: Initializes the hard disk drive. Displays free hard disk space of the hard disk drive. Deactivates the camcorder when detecting a drop for data protection. Prevents data on the hard disk drive from being recovered.
Displays this item only when the camcorder is turned on by pressing DISP/ BATT INFO, with the AC Adaptor connected to the camcorder.

STANDARD SET

REC MODE: VOLUME: MULTI-SOUND: MICREF LEVEL *1: LCD SET: TV TYPE *1: USB SPEED: DATA CODE: DISPLAY: REMAINING: Selects image quality of a movie. Adjusts the volume during a movie playback. Selects whether to play audio with dual sound or stereo sound. Selects the microphone level for recording sound. Sets various settings for the LCD screen. Selects the aspect ratio of an image output from the camcorder. Selects the speed for data transfer via USB connection. Displays date and time and camera data during playback. Selects a number of thumbnails on the VISUAL INDEX display. Selects whether to display the remaining hard disk free space for a movie recording. REMOTE CTRL *1: Select whether to receive remote control signals or not. REC LAMP *1: Selects whether to light up the REC lamp on the front panel of the camcorder. BEEP: Selects whether to emit a beep during operation. DISP OUTPUT: Selects whether to show a display such as a counter on the LCD screen or on a TV. SETUP ROTATE: Select whether to scroll up or down the setup items. A.SHUT OFF: Automatically turns off the camcorder when it is not operated. CALIBRATION: Adjusts the sensibility for the touch panel.

TIME/LANGU.

CLOCK SET: AREA SET: DST SET/ SUMMERTIME: LANGUAGE:
Select date and time. Adjust a time difference without stopping the clock abroad. Selects whether to set summer time. Selects the language to be used on the LCD screen.
* DCR-SR60/SR80 *2 DCR-SR40 *3 [USB SELECT] appears automatically when your camcorder is connected to a computer or other device with the USB cable.
If you run into any problems using your camcorder, refer to the following table to troubleshoot them. If your problem persists, remove the power source and contact with your Sony dealer.
Note 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 (backup) the data on the hard disk (see Handycam Handbook (PDF)) on the other media before sending your camcorder to repair. We cannot guarantee any loss of your hard disk data. During repair, we may check a minimum amount of data stored on the hard disk in order to improve the condition. However, your Sony dealer will neither copy nor save your data.
The camcorder does not operate even when the power is set to on.
Remove the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet or remove the battery pack, then reconnect it after about one 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 are reset, except the Personal Menu items.) 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. With POWER switch turned on, leave the camcorder for a while. If you still cannot operate the camcorder, turn it off, taking it to a warm place. Leave the camcorder there for a while, then turn on the camcorder.

Buttons do not work.

During Easy Handycam operation, available buttons are limited. Cancel Easy Handycam operation. For details on Easy Handycam operation, refer to Handycam Handbook (PDF).

The power does not turn on.
The battery pack is not attached to the camcorder. Attach a charged battery pack to the camcorder (p.10). The battery pack is discharged or running low. Charge the battery pack (p.10). The plug of the AC Adaptor has been removed from the wall outlet. Connect it to the wall outlet (p.10). Set the camcorder onto the Handycam Station securely (p.10).
The power abruptly turns off.
When approximately five 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 battery pack is discharged or running low. Charge the battery pack (p.10).
Pressing START/STOP or PHOTO does not record movies/still images.
Slide the POWER switch to light up the (Movie) or the (Still) lamp (p.12). Your camcorder is recording the image you have just shot on the hard disk of the camcorder. You cannot press PHOTO while [CAPTURE] or appears on the LCD screen. The hard disk of the camcorder is full. Delete unnecessary images. Or perform [HDD FORMAT]. 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. With POWER switch turned on, leave the camcorder for a while. If you still cannot operate the camcorder, turn it off, taking it to a warm place. Leave the camcorder there for a while, then turn on the camcorder.

The recording stops.

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. Turn off the camcorder and take it to a warm place. Leave the camcorder there for a while, then turn on the camcorder. The maximum continuous recordable time is approximately approximately 13 hours.
Setup items are grayed out.
You cannot select grayed out items in the current situation.
The beep sounds for five seconds.
The temperature of your camcorder is extremely high. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place. Some problems have occurred in your camcorder. Turn off and on, then operate your camcorder again.

Warning indicators

Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators
If indicators appear on the LCD screen, check the following. You can solve some of the symptoms by yourself. If your problem persists even after you have tried a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.

C:04:00

100-0001 (Warning indicator pertaining to files) Slow flashing
The file is damaged. The file is unreadable.
(Warning on the hard disk of the camcorder)* Fast flashing

An error may have occurred with the hard disk drive in your camcorder.
(Warning on the hard disk of the camcorder)* Fast flashing C:(or E:) ss:ss (Self-diagnosis display) C:04:ss
The battery pack is not an InfoLITHIUM battery pack. Use an InfoLITHIUM battery pack (p.10). Connect the DC plug of the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack of the Handycam Station or your camcorder securely (p.10). The hard disk of the camcorder is fully recorded. An error may have occurred with the hard disk drive in your camcorder.
E (Battery level warning) Slow flashing
The battery pack is nearly used up. Depending on the operating environment or battery conditions, E may flash, even if there are approximately 20 minutes remaining.
C:13:ss / C:32:ss Remove the power source. Reconnect it and operate your camcorder again. E:20:ss / E:31:ss / E:40: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.
(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.
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.
(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 camerashake easily occurs. Hold the camcorder steady with both hands and record the image. However, note that the camerashake warning indicator does not disappear.
* You hear a melody when the warning indicators appear on the screen.

Precautions

On use and care
Do not use or store the camcorder and accessories in the following locations. Anywhere extremely hot or cold or humid places. Never leave them exposed to temperatures above 60C (140F), 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 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 inside of the LCD screen. Operate your camcorder on DC 7.2 V (battery pack) or DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor). For DC or AC operation, use the accessories recommended in this instruction manual. 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 removing 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. Keep metal contacts clean. Keep the Remote Commander and button-type battery out of childrens reach. If the battery is accidentally swallowed, consult with a doctor immediately (DCR-SR60/SR80). If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked, consult with 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 with a doctor.

DCR-SR60/SR80

Audio/Video input/output 10 pin connector Input/Output auto switch Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 (ohms), unbalanced Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 (ohms), unbalanced Chrominance signal: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 (ohms), unbalanced Audio signal: 327 mV (at load impedance 47 k (kilohms)), Input impedance more than 47 k (kilohms), Output impedance less than 2.2 k (kilohms) REMOTE jack Stereo mini-minijack ( 2.5 mm)
Handycam Station Input/Output connectors DCRA-C162 (DCR-SR40)
Audio/Video output 10 pin connector Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 (ohms), unbalanced Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 (ohms), unbalanced Chrominance signal: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 (ohms), unbalanced Audio signal: 327 mV (at load impedance 47 k (kilohms)), Output impedance less than 2.2 k (kilohms) USB jack mini-B

LCD screen

Picture DCR-SR40 6.2 cm (2.5 type) DCR-SR60/SR80 6.9 cm (2.7 type, aspect ratio 16:9) Total number of pixels (560 220)

General

Power requirements 7.2 V (battery pack) 8.4 V (AC Adaptor) Average power consumption DCR-SR40 2.2 W DCR-SR60/SR80 2.8 W Operating temperature 0C to + 40C (32F to 104F) Storage temperature -20C to + 60C (-4F to + 140F)
DCRA-C162 (DCR-SR60/SR80)
Audio/Video input/output 10 pin connector Input/Output auto switch Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 (ohms), unbalanced Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 (ohms), unbalanced Chrominance signal: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 (ohms), unbalanced Audio signal: 327 mV (at load impedance 47 k (kilohms)), Input impedance more than 47 k (kilohms), Output impedance less than 2.2 k (kilohms) USB jack mini-B

AC Adaptor AC-L25A/L25B

Power requirements AC 100 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz Current consumption 0.35 - 0.18 A Power consumption 18 W Output voltage DC 8.4 V* Operating temperature 0C to + 40C (32F to 104F) Storage temperature -20C to + 60C (-4F to + 140F) Dimensions (Approx.) 100 mm (2 1/1/in.)(whd) excluding the projecting parts Mass (Approx.) 190 g (6.7 oz) excluding the power cord * See at the label of AC Adaptor for other specifications.

On trademarks

Handycam and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. InfoLITHIUM is a trademark of Sony Corporation. Memory Stick Duo is a trademark of Sony Corporation. ImageMixer for HDD Camcorder is a trademark of Pixela Corporation. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Dolby Digital Stereo Creator is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories. DVD-R, DVD-RW, and DVD+RW logo are trademarks. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Media are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/ or other countries. Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. in the U.S. and other countries. Pentium is a trademark or registered trademark of Intel Corporation. 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.

Rechargeable battery pack NP-FP50
Maximum output voltage DC 8.4 V Output voltage DC 7.2 V Capacity 4.9 wh (680 mAh) Dimensions (Approx.) 31.8 18.5 45.0 mm (1 5/16 3/13/16 in.)(whd) Mass (Approx.) 40 g (1.5 oz) Operating temperature 0C to + 40C (32F to 104F) Type Li-ion Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Notes on the License

ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT OTHER THAN CONSUMER PERSONAL USE IN ANY MANNER THAT COMPLIES WITH THE MPEG-2 STANDARD FOR ENCODING VIDEO INFORMATION FOR PACKAGED MEDIA IS EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED WITHOUT A LICENSE UNDER APPLICABLE PATENTS IN THE MPEG-2 PATENT PORTFOLIO, WHICH LICENSE IS AVAILABLE FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C., 250 STEELE STREET, SUITE 300, DENVER, COLORADO 80206.