Adjusting the LCD panel

Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play (2).
190 degrees to the camcorder 290 degrees (max.)
The date and time does not appear during recording, but they are automatically recorded on the media, and can be displayed during playback (see page 72 for [DATA CODE]). Refer to page 98 for information concerning World time difference. If the buttons on the touch panel do not work correctly, adjust the touch panel (CALIBRATION) (p. 104).
Changing the language setting
You can change the on-screen displays to show messages in a specified language. To select the screen language, touch
(HOME) t LANG] t [ (SETTINGS) t [CLOCK/ LANGUAGE SET] (p. 75).
DISP/BATT INFO 2180 degrees (max.)
To turn off the LCD backlight to make the battery last longer
Press and hold DISP/BATT INFO for a few seconds until appears. This setting is practical when you use your camcorder in bright conditions or you want to save battery power. The recorded image will not be affected by the setting. To turn on the LCD backlight, press and hold DISP/ BATT INFO for a few seconds until disappears.
Do not press the buttons on the LCD frame accidentally when you open or adjust the LCD panel.
If you rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees, you can close the LCD panel with the LCD screen facing out. This is convenient during playback operations.
Step 5: Selecting the media
Touch (HOME) t (SETTINGS) t [SOUND/DISP SET] t [LCD BRIGHT] (p. 73), and adjust the brightness of the LCD screen. The information is displayed or hidden (display y no display) each time you press DISP/ BATT INFO.
You can select the hard disk or Memory Stick PRO Duo as the recording/playback/ editing media on your camcorder. Select the media for movies and still images separately. The default setting is hard disk for movies and still images.

Hard disk

Fastening the grip belt
Fasten the grip belt and hold your camcorder correctly.

Movie b Notes

Memory Stick Still image
You can do recording/playback/editing operations for the selected media. When you want to change media, reselect the media.
See pages 11 and 24 for the recordable time. See page 51 on dubbing/copying between two media.
Selecting the media for movies

1 Touch

(HOME) t (MANAGE MEDIA) t [MOVIE MEDIA SET] on the LCD screen of your camcorder. The media setting screen for movies appears.
MEMORY STICK MOVIE MEDIA SET

MEMORY STICK

Select the media and image quality.
2 Touch the desired media and
image quality. indicates HD (high definition) image quality, and indicates SD (standard definition) image quality.

1GB 2GB 4GB 8GB

10 (10) 25 (25) 55 (50) 115 (100)
20 (10) 40 (25) 80 (50) 170 (100)
35 (25) 80 (50) 160 (105) 325 (215)
Numbers in the table are based on using a Memory Stick PRO Duo made by Sony Corporation. The recordable time may vary depending on the recording and subject conditions, [REC MODE] (p. 66), and the type of Memory Stick.
For the number of recordable still images, see page 71.
Recording and playback with ease (Easy Handycam operation)
Easy Handycam operation makes nearly all settings automatic so that you can perform recording or playback operation without detailed settings. It also makes the screen font size larger for easy viewing. The images are recorded on the selected media (p. 22).
If the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG), turn it while pressing the green button.

Recording movies

Recording still images

1 Turn the POWER

switch G in the direction of the arrow until the (Movie) lamp lights up.
switch G in the direction of the arrow until the (Still) lamp lights up.

2 Press EASY I.

appears on the LCD screen.
3 Press START/STOP H (or D) to

start recording.*

REC [30min]
3 Press PHOTO F lightly to adjust
the focus A (a beep sounds), then press it fully B (a shutter click sounds).

[STBY] b [REC]

To stop recording, press START/STOP again.
* The [REC MODE] is fixed to [HD SP] or [SD SP] (p. 66).

Flashing b Lights up

During Easy Handycam operation, faces are detected with frames ([FACE DETECTION], p. 69).
Playing back recorded movies/still images
1 Turn the POWER switch G to turn on your camcorder. 2 Press

(VIEW IMAGES) A (or E).

Appears with the image on each of the tab that was lastly played back/recorded (B for the still image recorded on a Memory Stick PRO Duo)
The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the LCD screen (It may take some seconds).
HOME MENU Previous 6 images
Searches for images by date (p. 38)

Next 6 images

Returns to the recording screen
:Goes to the Film Roll Index screen. :Goes to the Face Index screen. :Displays movies with HD (high definition) image quality.* :Displays still images.
appears when you select the movie with SD (standard definition) image quality in [MOVIE MEDIA SET] (p. 22).

3 Start playback.

Movies:
Touch the or tab, then select the desired movie to play back.
Toggles Play or Pause as you touch Returns (to the VISUAL INDEX screen) Beginning of the movie/previous movie Stops (goes to the VISUAL INDEX screen) * The setting of [DATA CODE] is fixed to [DATE/TIME] (p. 72).

Next movie The recording date/ time* Reverse/ Forward
When playback from the selected movie reaches the last movie, the screen returns to the VISUAL INDEX screen. You can slow down the playback speed by touching / during pause. You can adjust the volume by touching (HOME) t (SETTINGS) t [SOUND SETTINGS] t [VOLUME], then touch /.
Still images: Touch the tab, then select the desired still image to play back.
Slide show (p. 39) Returns (to the VISUAL INDEX screen)
The recording date/time* Goes to the VISUAL INDEX screen * The setting of [DATA CODE] is fixed to [DATE/TIME] (p. 72). Previous/Next
To change the media, select the media on [MOVIE MEDIA SET]/[PHOTO MEDIA SET] (p. 22).
To cancel Easy Handycam operation
Press EASY I again. from the LCD screen. disappears
Menu settings during Easy Handycam operation
Press (HOME) C (or B) to display the menu items available for setup changes (p. 12, 64).
Most of the menu items automatically return to the default settings. The settings of some menu items are fixed. For details, see page 86. You cannot use the (OPTION) MENU. Cancel Easy Handycam operation if you want to add effects to images or change settings.
Invalid buttons during Easy Handycam operation
You cannot use some buttons/functions during Easy Handycam operation since they are automatically set (p. 86). If you set an invalid operation, [Invalid during Easy Handycam operation] may appear.

Recording

The images are recorded on the media selected in the media setting (p. 22). In the default setting, both movies and still images are recorded on the hard disk.
(HOME) A (HOME) D PHOTO E Lens cover Opens automatically when the power is switched on.
START/STOP B ACCESS lamp (Hard disk) /CHG (charge) lamp

START/ STOP F

(Movie) lamp/ (Still) lamp
ACCESS lamp (Memory Stick PRO Duo) POWER switch C If the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG), turn it while pressing the green button.
If the ACCESS lamp is lit or flashing after recording is finished, it means data is still being written onto the media. Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder, and do not remove the battery or AC Adaptor. When a movie file exceeds 2 GB, the next movie file is created automatically.

You can check the recordable time and the remaining capacity, etc., by touching (HOME) A (or D) t (MANAGE MEDIA) t [MEDIA INFO] (p. 60).
For types of Memory Stick you can use in your camcorder, see page 2.
1 Turn the POWER switch C in the
direction of the arrow until the (Movie) lamp lights up.
direction of the arrow until the (Still) lamp lights up.
2 Press START/STOP F (or B).
2 Press PHOTO E lightly to adjust
To stop recording, press START/STOP F (or B) again.
appears beside or. When disappears, the image has been recorded.
For the recordable time and the number of recordable images, see pages 11, 24 and 71. You can record still images during movie recording by pressing PHOTO E ([Dual Rec], p. 32). A frame is shown on the detected face, and the detected face image is optimized automatically ([FACE DETECTION], p. 69). When a face is detected during movie recording, flashes and the detected face is stored in the index. You can search for a desired scene by a face image when playing back ([Face Index], p. 37). You can capture still images from recorded movies (p. 50). You can switch the shooting mode by touching (HOME) A (or D) t (CAMERA) t [MOVIE] or [PHOTO].

Zooming

You can magnify images up to 15 times the original size with the power zoom lever or the zoom buttons on the LCD frame.
Recording sound with more presence (5.1ch surround recording)
Dolby Digital 5.1ch surround sound can be recorded with the Built-in microphone. You can enjoy realistic sound when playing the movie on devices that support 5.1ch surround sound.

Built-in microphone

Wider range of view: (Wide angle)
Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator, 5.1ch surround sound Glossary (p. 115)
If you play back 5.1ch sound on your camcorder, 5.1ch sound is automatically converted and output in 2ch. To enjoy the 5.1ch surround sound recorded with HD (high definition) image quality, you need an AVCHD format device compatible with 5.1ch surround. When you connect your camcorder with an HDMI cable (optional), the sound of movies with HD (high definition) image quality is automatically output in 5.1ch sound. The sound of the movies with SD (standard definition) image quality is converted to 2ch. You can create a disc, which contains the movies recorded on your camcorder, on a computer using the supplied software. If you play the disc on a 5.1ch surround system, you can enjoy realistic sound.

Close view: (Telephoto)

2 Turn on your camcorder.
The TV input is switched automatically, and the image of your camcorder is displayed on the TV.

On PhotoTV HD

Your camcorder is compatible with PhotoTV HD. PhotoTV HD allows for highly-detailed, photo-like depiction of subtle textures and colors. By connecting Sonys PhotoTV HD-compatible devices using an HDMI cable* or a component A/V
3 Operate the remote commander
of the TV. You can do the following operations.
Display (VIEW IMAGES) of (HOME) by pressing the SYNC MENU button Display an INDEX screen, such as the VISUAL INDEX screen, by pressing up/ down/left/right/enter buttons on the remote commander of your TV, and play back the desired movies or still images
To set your camcorder, touch (HOME) t (SETTINGS) t [GENERAL SET] t [CTRL FOR HDMI] t [ON] (the default setting). Also set your TV. Refer to the instruction manual of the TV for details.
If you turn off the TV, your camcorder is turned off simultaneously.

Saving images

The images are recorded on the media selected in the media setting (p. 22). Due to the limited capacity of the media, make sure that you save the image data to some type of external media such as a DVD-R or a computer.
You can dub/copy the images recorded on the hard disk to the Memory Stick PRO Duo with your camcorder (p. 51).
Saving images using a computer
By using Picture Motion Browser on the supplied CD-ROM, you can save the images recorded on your camcorder with HD (high definition) image quality or SD (standard definition) image quality. You can rewrite movies with HD (high definition) image quality from the computer to your camcorder, if necessary. For details, see PMB Guide.
Creating a disc with One Touch (One Touch Disc Burn)
You can save images recorded on the hard disk of the camcorder directly to a DVD with ease by pressing the (DISC BURN) button.
Saving images on a computer (Easy PC Back-up)
You can save images recorded on the camcorder on the hard disk of a computer.
Creating a disc with selected images
You can save images copied to your computer on a disc. You can also edit those images.
Refer to the supplied Operating Guide.
Saving images by connecting your camcorder to other devices
Connecting with the A/V connecting cable
You can dub movies with SD (standard definition) image quality.
Connecting with the USB cable
You can dub movies with HD (high definition) image quality or SD (standard definition) image quality.

See page 56.

This category enables you to edit the images on the media. Also, you can enjoy your camcorder by connecting to other devices.

TV CONNECT Guide

Your camcorder helps you select the appropriate connection for your device (p. 39).

Item list

DELETE
You can delete images on the media (p. 48). Editing

PHOTO CAPTURE

You can save a selected frame from a recorded movie as a still image (p. 50).

MOVIE DUB

You can dub movies recorded on the hard disk to a Memory Stick PRO Duo (p. 51).

PHOTO COPY

You can copy still images recorded on the hard disk to a Memory Stick PRO Duo (p. 52).
You can edit the images (p. 53).

PLAYLIST EDIT

You can create and edit a Playlist (p. 54).
You can print still images on a connected PictBridge printer (p. 58).

USB CONNECT

You can connect the camcorder to a computer etc., via the USB cable. See Operating Guide for connecting to the computer.

Deleting images

You can delete images recorded on the media using your camcorder.
You cannot restore images once they are deleted. Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder while deleting the images. It may damage the media. Do not eject Memory Stick PRO Duo while deleting images from the Memory Stick PRO Duo. When write-protection is set to the images in the Memory Stick PRO Duo by another device, you cannot delete the images from the Memory Stick PRO Duo.
4 Touch the movie to be deleted.
You can select up to 100 images at one time. You can delete an image on the playback screen from (OPTION) MENU. To delete all images recorded in the media, and recover all the recordable space of the media, format the media (p. 61).
The selected movie is marked with. Press and hold the movie on the LCD screen to confirm the movie. Touch to return to the previous screen.

5 Touch

t [YES] t
To delete all movies at one time
In step 3, touch [ DELETE ALL]/[ DELETE ALL] t [YES] t [YES] t.

Deleting movies

You can free media space by deleting image data from the camcorder. You can check the free media space using [MEDIA INFO] (p. 60). Select the media which contains the movie you want to delete before the operation (p. 22).
Important data should be saved on external media (p. 46).
To delete all the movies recorded on the same day at one time
1 In step 3, touch [ DELETE by date]/[ DELETE by date].

DELETE by date

(HOME) t (OTHERS) t [DELETE].

2 Touch [ 3 Touch [

DELETE].

DELETE] or [

2 Touch / to select the recording date of the desired movie, then touch. The movies recorded on the selected date are displayed on the screen. Touch the movie on the LCD screen to confirm the movie. Touch to return to the previous screen. 3 Touch t [YES] t.

press (VIEW IMAGES). Set [TV TYPE] according to the display device (p. 74).
2 Insert the recording media in the
recording device. If your recording device has an input selector, set it to the input mode.
3 Connect your camcorder to the
recording device (VCR or DVD/ HDD recorder) with the A/V connecting cable (supplied) 1 or an A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO (optional) 2. Connect your camcorder to the input jacks of the recording device.
1 Turn on your camcorder. 2 Connect the
(USB) jack of your camcorder and a DVD writer, etc., with the supplied USB cable (p. 107). The [USB SELECT] screen appears automatically.
STBY USB CONNECT USB CONNECT

4 Start playback on your

camcorder, and record it on the recording device. Refer to the instruction manuals supplied with your recording device for details.

PRINT USB SELECT

DISC BURN
Printing recorded still images (PictBridge

3 Touch [

compliant printer)
You can print out still images using a PictBridge compliant printer, without connecting the camcorder to a computer. Connect your camcorder to the AC Adaptor to obtain power from the wall outlet (wall socket) (p. 16). Turn on the printer. Select the media which contains the still image you want to print before the operation (p. 23). To print still images on a Memory Stick PRO Duo, insert the Memory Stick PRO Duo containing them into your camcorder. USB CONNECT] or [ USB CONNECT] according to the media on which the movie you want to dub is recorded.
4 Operate the device to be
connected, and start recording. For details, refer to the instruction manuals supplied with the device to be connected.
5 After dubbing is complete, touch
[END] t [YES], then disconnect the USB cable.
1 Connect the Handycam Station to
the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor.

Attention

This camcorder captures high definition footage in the AVCHD format. 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.

If the [USB SELECT] screen does not appear, touch (HOME) t (OTHERS) t [USB CONNECT].
2 Set the camcorder onto the
Handycam Station securely, then turn on your camcorder.

3 Connect the

(USB) jack of the Handycam Station to the printer using the USB cable (p. 110). [USB SELECT] appears on the screen automatically.

4 Touch [PRINT].

When connection is complete, (PictBridge connecting) appears on the screen.
You can select a still image on the screen.
We can guarantee the operation of only models that are PictBridge compatible. Refer also to the instruction manual of the printer to be used. Do not attempt the following operations when is on the screen. The operations may not be performed properly. Operate the POWER switch Press (VIEW IMAGES) Remove your camcorder from the Handycam Station Disconnect the USB cable from your camcorder, the Handycam Station or the printer Eject the Memory Stick PRO Duo from your camcorder while printing still images saved on the Memory Stick PRO Duo If the printer stops working, disconnect the USB cable, turn the printer off and on again, and restart the operation from the beginning. You can select only the paper sizes that the printer can print. On some printer models, the top, bottom, right, and left edges of images may be trimmed. If you print a still image recorded in a 16:9 (wide) ratio, the left and right ends of the still image may be trimmed widely. Some printer models may not support the date printing function. Refer to your printers instruction manual for details. The still images described below may not be printed out: The still image edited by a computer The still image recorded by other devices The still image file exceeding 4 MB The still image file larger than 3,680 2,760 pixels
5 Touch the still image to be

printed.

The selected still image is marked with. Press and hold the still image on the LCD screen to confirm the still image. Touch screen. to return to the previous
(OPTION), set the following options, then touch [COPIES]: Set the number of copies of a still image to be printed. You can set up to 20 copies. [DATE/TIME]: Select [DATE], [DAY&TIME], or [OFF] (no date/time printed). [SIZE]: Select the paper size. If you do not change the setting, go to step 7.

7 Touch [EXEC] t [YES] t

PictBridge is an industry standard established by the Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA). You can print still images without using a computer by connecting a printer directly to a digital video camera or digital still camera, regardless of model or manufacturer. You can print a still image on the still image playback screen from (OPTION) MENU.
The still image selection screen appears again.

To finish printing

In step 4, touch screen. on the image selection
This category enables you to use the hard disk or a Memory Stick PRO Duo for various purposes.

GUIDEFRAME

You can display the frame and check that the subject is horizontal or vertical by setting [GUIDEFRAME] to [ON]. The frame is not recorded. Press DISP/ BATT INFO to make the frame disappear (The default setting is [OFF]).
When the remaining recordable time for movies is less than 5 minutes, the indicator stays on the screen.
If you use the flash in bright places such as when shooting a backlit subject, the flash may not be effective.
FLASH LEVEL SUB-T DATE (Subtitle date)
When you set to [ON] (the default setting), you can display the recording date and time while playing back the image recorded on your camcorder, on devices compatible with the subtitle display function. Refer also to the instruction manual of the display device.
The images recorded with HD (high definition) image quality can be played back only on AVCHD format compatible devices. [SUB-T DATE] cannot be set for SD (standard definition) image quality.
You can set this function when you use the built-in flash, or an external flash (optional) that is compatible with your camcorder. HIGH( )
Makes the flash level higher.

B NORMAL( ) LOW( )

Makes the flash level lower.

REDEYE REDUC

You can set this function when you record still images using the built-in flash or an external flash (optional) that is compatible with your camcorder. When you set [REDEYE REDUC] to [ON], then set [FLASH MODE] to [AUTO] or [ON], appears. You can prevent redeye by activating the pre-flash before the flash flashes.
The redeye reduction may not produce the desired effect due to individual differences and other conditions.

FLASH MODE

You can select the flash setting when you record still images with the built-in flash or an external flash (optional) that is compatible with your camcorder. B AUTO
Automatically flashes when there is insufficient ambient light.

ON ( )

Always uses the flash regardless of the surrounding brightness.

FACE DETECTION

Detects faces and adjusts the focus, color and exposure automatically. Also, optimizes the face image. B ON ( )
Detects a face and shows a frame on it. The detected face image is optimized automatically.

Records without flash.

The recommended distance to the subject when using the built-in flash is approximately 0.3 to 2.5 m (1 to 8 feet). Remove any dust from the surface of the flash before using it. Flash effect may be impaired if heat discoloration or dust obscures the lamp. The /CHG (charge) lamp flickers while charging the flash, and remains lit when the battery charge is complete.

PHOTO SETTINGS

Face detection frame

Face detection mark

ON[NO FRAMES] (
Detects a face without showing a frame. The detected face image is optimized automatically.

Does not use [FACE DETECTION] function. b Notes
Faces may not be detected depending on recording conditions. [FACE DETECTION] may not function properly depending on recording conditions. Set [FACE DETECTION] to [OFF] in this case.

IMAGE SIZE

B 4.0M (

4.0M )

Records still images clearly (2,304 1,728).

3.0M (

3.0M )

INDEX SET

The default setting is [ON], allowing you to search for faces automatically and to display the [Face Index] screen (p. 37). Face icons and their meanings : When the setting is [ON] : This icon flashes when your camcorder detects a face. The icon stops flashing when the face is recorded in [Face Index]. : This icon appears when faces cannot be recorded in [Face Index].*
* The number of faces that can be detected is limited.
Records still images clearly in the 16:9 (wide) ratio (2,304 1,296).

1.9M (

Allows you to record more still images in relatively clear quality (1,600 1,200).

VGA (0.3M) (

Allows the maximum number of still images to be recorded (640 480). b Notes
The selected image size is effective while the (still) lamp is lit.
When using a conversion lens (optional), use this function to record using the optimum compensation for camera shake for each lens. You can select [WIDE CONVERSION] ( ) or [TELE CONVERSION] ( ). The default setting is [OFF].
Capacity of the Memory Stick PRO Duo and the number of recordable still images (Unit: number of images)*
When the POWER switch is (Still)

4.0M 2304 1728

Assigns file numbers in sequence, following the largest file number existing on the current recording medium.

See page 67.

STEADYSHOT

See page 68.

1900 3850
* The number of recordable still images shown is for the maximum image size of your camcorder. The actual number of recordable still images is displayed on the LCD screen during recording (p. 112).
When using a Memory Stick PRO Duo made by Sony Corporation. The number of recordable still images varies depending on the recording conditions or type of Memory Stick. You can record up to 9,999 still images on the hard disk. The unique pixel array of Sonys ClearVid CMOS sensor and image processing system (BIONZ) allows for still image resolution equivalent to the sizes described.

See page 69.

FLASH LEVEL
You can also use a Memory Stick Duo with a capacity of under 1 GB for recording still images.

FILE NO. (File number)

B SERIES
Assigns file numbers of still images in sequence even if the Memory Stick PRO Duo is replaced with another one. The file number is reset when a new folder is created or the recording folder is replaced with another.

See page 70.

VIEW IMAGES SET
(Items to customize the display) CAMERA DATA

Still image

DATA CODE
During playback, displays the information (data code) recorded automatically at the time of recording. B OFF
Data code is not displayed. C SteadyShot off D Brightness E White balance F Gain G Shutter speed H Aperture value I Exposure z Tips
appears for an image recorded using a flash. The data code is displayed on the TV screen if you connect your camcorder to a TV. The indicator toggles through the following sequences as you press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander: [DATE/TIME] t [CAMERA DATA] t [OFF] (no indication). Depending on the media condition, bars [--:--:--] appear.

DATE/TIME

Displays the date and time.

CAMERA DATA

Displays camera setting data.

A Date B Time

DISPLAY
You can select the number of thumbnails that appear on the VISUAL INDEX screen.
Thumbnail Glossary (p. 115)

B ZOOM LINK

Change the number of thumbnails (6 or 12) with the power zoom lever on your camcorder.*

SOUND/DISP SET

(Items to adjust the sound and the screen) 6IMAGES
Displays thumbnails of 6 images.

12IMAGES

Displays thumbnails of 12 images.
* You can also operate with the zoom buttons on the LCD frame or on the Remote Commander.

VOLUME

Touch (p. 36). / to adjust the volume Customizing your camcorder
A melody sounds when you start/stop recording, or operate the touch panel.

Cancels the melody.

LCD BRIGHT
You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen with /. 1 Adjust the brightness with 2 Touch

(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.

C:13:ss / C:32:ss

Remove the power source. Reconnect it and operate your camcorder again.

Fast flashing*

The temperature of your camcorder is extremely high. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place.
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.
(Low temperature warning)* Fast flashing
The temperature of your camcorder is extremely low. Make the camcorder warm.
101-0001 (Warning indicator pertaining to files) Slow flashing
The file is damaged. The file is unreadable.
(Warning indicator pertaining to Memory Stick PRO Duo) Slow flashing
Free space for recording images are running out. For the type of Memory Stick you can use with your camcorder, see page 2. No Memory Stick PRO Duo is inserted (p. 23).
(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 camera-shake warning indicator does not disappear.

Fast flashing

There are not enough free space for recording images. Delete unnecessary images, or format the Memory Stick PRO Duo after storing the images on other media (p. 46, 48, 61). The Image Database File is damaged (p. 63).
(Warning indicator pertaining to drop sensor)
The drop sensor function (p. 76) 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 indicators pertaining to Memory Stick PRO Duo formatting)*
The Memory Stick PRO Duo is damaged. The Memory Stick PRO Duo is not formatted correctly (p. 61, 100).
(Warning indicator pertaining to incompatible Memory Stick Duo)*

A 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. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your accessory for details. The Active Interface Shoe has a safety device for fixing the installed accessory securely. To connect an accessory, press down and push it to the end, and then tighten the screw. To remove an accessory, loosen the screw, and then press down and pull out the accessory.
When you are recording movies with an external flash (optional) connected to the accessory shoe, turn off the power of the external flash to prevent charging noise being recorded. You cannot use an external flash (optional) and the built-in flash at the same time. When an external microphone (optional) is connected, it takes precedence over the Built-in microphone (p. 110).
C Camera recording lamp (76) Lights up in red during recording. Flashes when remaining hard disk space or battery power is low.
B Remote sensor/Infrared port Point the Remote Commander (p. 111) towards the remote sensor to operate your camcorder.
A Speaker Playback sounds come out from the speaker. For how to adjust the volume, see page 36. B D (VIEW IMAGES) button (35) (HOME) button (13, 64) C NIGHTSHOT switch (32) E Zoom buttons (31, 38) F START/STOP button (30) G LCD screen/touch panel (21) H RESET button Initializes all the settings, including the setting of the date and time. I ACCESS lamp (Memory Stick PRO Duo) (23) J Battery pack (16) K (20) L POWER switch (20) M (DISC BURN) button (46) N Memory Stick Duo slot (23) O EASY button (25) P DISP/BATT INFO button (17, 21) Q. (back light) button (33) (Movie)/ (Still) mode lamps Quick Reference

Handycam Station

A Built-in microphone (31) An Active Interface Shoe compatible microphone (optional) will take precedence when connected. B Flash (69) C Lens (Carl Zeiss Lens) (4) D Interface connector Connects your camcorder to the Handycam Station. E BATT (battery release) lever (17) F Tripod receptacle Attach the tripod (optional) to the tripod receptacle using a tripod screw (optional: the length of the screw must be less than 5.5 mm (7/32 in.)).

(DISC BURN) button (46)

B Interface connector Connects your camcorder to the Handycam Station. C (USB) jack (58) D A/V OUT jack (41) E DC IN jack (16)

Remote Commander

Remove the insulation sheet before using the Remote Commander.