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Digital Video Camera Recorder

Operating Guide

DCR-SR32E/SR42E/SR52E/SR62E/SR72E/SR82E/ SR190E/SR200E/SR290E/SR300E
For details on the advanced operations, please refer to Handycam Handbook (PDF).

2007 Sony Corporation

Read this first
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.
This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters. (9.8 feet)

WARNING

To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

CAUTION

Replace the battery with the specified type only. Otherwise, fire or injury may result.
Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)
This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. Applicable Accessories: Remote Commander (DCR-SR52E/SR62E/SR72E/ SR82E/SR190E/SR200E/SR290E/ SR300E)
Notice for customers in the United Kingdom
A moulded plug complying with BS1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience. Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced, a fuse of the same rating as the supplied one and approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362 (i.e., marked with or mark) must be used. If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station.

Notice

FOR CUSTOMERS IN EUROPE

ATTENTION

The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound of this unit.
If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart the application or disconnect and connect the USB cable again.

Notes on use

The camcorder is not dustproofed, dripproofed or waterproofed. See Precautions (p.30). To prevent the hard disk from being broken or recorded images from being lost, do not do the following when either of the respective lamps of the POWER switch (p.9) or the access lamp* is on: to remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor from the camcorder. to apply mechanical shock or vibration to the camcorder.
Note on operational temperatures
When the temperature of the camcorder becomes extremely high or extremely low, you may not be able to record or play back on the camcorder, due to the protection features of the camcorder being activated in such situations. In this case, an indicator appears on the LCD screen (p.28).

DCR-SR52E/ DCR-SR32E/ SR62E/ SR42E SR72E/SR82E
Charging time Recording time*1 Continuous recording time Typical recording time*4 Playback time
90*2 100*3 45*2 50*3 110*2
* When [REC MODE] is set to [SP]. *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. On the battery pack Before changing the battery pack, turn the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) and turn off the (Movie) lamp/ (Still) lamp (p.9). The power will not be supplied from the battery as long as the AC Adaptor is connected to the DC IN jack of your camcorder or the Handycam Station, even when the mains lead is disconnected from the wall socket. On the charging/recording/playback time Times measured when using the camcorder at 25C (77F) (10C to 30C (50F to 86F) is recommended). The available recording and playback time will be shorter when you use your camcorder in low temperatures. The available recording and playback time will be shorter depending on the conditions under which you use your camcorder. On the AC Adaptor Use the nearby wall socket when using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall socket immediately if any malfunction occurs while using your camcorder. 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. Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power (mains) is still supplied to it while connected to the wall socket via the AC Adaptor.
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.
1 While pressing the green button,
turn the POWER switch repeatedly in the direction of the arrow until the respective lamp lights up. When you record or play back an image, turn 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 When you turn on (Still) lamp, the screen aspect ratio is changed to 4:3 automatically.
The date and time does not appear during recording, but they are automatically recorded on the hard disc, and can be displayed during playback.
To reset the date and time
Touch (HOME) t (SETTINGS) t [CLOCK/ LANG] t [CLOCK SET], and set the date and time.
Changing the language setting
You can change the on-screen displays to show messages in a specified language. Touch (HOME) t (SETTINGS) t [CLOCK/ LANG] t [ LANGUAGE SET], then select the desired language.
2 Select the desired geographical

area with v/V, then touch [NEXT].
3 Set [SUMMERTIME], [Y] (year), [M]
(month), [D] (day), hour and minute.

The clock starts.

Step 4: Preparing for recording

degrees (max.)

POWER switch degrees to the camcorder degrees (max.) 16:9 (wide) * Except for DCR-SR32E/SR42E. 4:3

1 Adjust 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).
4 Fasten the grip belt and hold your

camcorder correctly.

2 Turn the POWER switch to turn on

your camcorder.

3 Press WIDE SELECT repeatedly to
select the desired screen aspect ratio (except for DCR-SR32E/ SR42E).

Recording

Lens cover switch (DCR-SR32E/SR42E/ SR52E/SR62E/ SR72E/SR82E)

START/STOP A

[STBY] t [REC]

START/STOP B EASY button

Flashing t Lights up
1 Slide the lens cover switch to open (DCR-SR32E/SR42E/SR52E/SR62E/SR72E/

SR82E).

For DCR-SR190E/SR200E/SR290E/SR300E, the lens cover opens and closes automatically.
2 Turn the POWER switch until the respective lamp lights up.
Press the green button only when the POWER switch is in the OFF (CHG) position.
(Movie): To record movies (Still): To record still images

3 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 (a beep sounds), then press it fully B (a shutter click sounds). When disappears, the image has been recorded.
Still images are recorded on the hard disk in the default setting.
You can check the free hard disk space by touching (HOME) t (MANAGE HDD/MEMORY) t [ INFO]. If the ACCESS lamp is lit or flashing after recording is finished, it means data is still being written onto the hard disk or Memory Stick Duo. Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder, and do not remove the battery or AC Adaptor. You can capture up to 3 still images by pressing PHOTO during movie recording (DCR-SR190E/ SR200E/SR290E/SR300E). The maximum continuous recordable time is approximately 13 hours. When a movie file exceeds 2 GB, the next movie file is created automatically. The maximum recordable time are followings (with recording mode [SP]); DCR-SR32E/SR42E/SR52E/SR62E: approx. 10 hours and 50 minutes DCR-SR72E/SR82E: approx. 21 hours and 40 minutes DCR-SR190E/SR200E/SR290E/SR300E: approx. 14 hours and 30 minutes

When the ACCESS lamp is lit or flashing, your camcorder is reading/writing data. Do not shake or knock your camcorder, turn the power off, eject the Memory Stick Duo, or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, image data may be damaged. If you insert the Memory Stick Duo into the slot in the wrong direction, the Memory Stick Duo, the Memory Stick Duo slot, or image data may be damaged. The numbers of recordable still images on the Memory Stick Duo (1GB) are followings (with the default setting of the image size as shown in ( )); DCR-SR32E/SR42E: 5,900 ([VGA (0.3M)]) DCR-SR52E/SR62E/SR72E/SR82E: 1,800 ([1.0M]) DCR-SR190E/SR200E: 480 ([4.0M]) DCR-SR290E/SR300E: 315 ([6.1M]) All numbers measured when using a Memory Stick Duo made by Sony Corporation. The number of recordable images varies depending on the recording environment. The number of recordable images varies depending on the image quality or the image size. For details, see Handycam Handbook (PDF).
To record still images on a Memory Stick Duo
You can change the recording media of still images to a Memory Stick Duo. You can use only a Memory Stick Duo marked with or.
x To change the recording media of still images
1 Touch (OPTION) t tab t [STILL MEDIA]. 2 Select the media in which you want to save still images, then touch. Your camcorder returns to recording standby mode.
x Inserting/ejecting a Memory Stick Duo
Open the LCD panel, then insert the Memory Stick Duo into the Memory Stick Duo slot in the right direction until it clicks.
On Easy Handycam operation
By pressing the EASY button, nearly all settings on the camcorder will be automatically operated so that you can perform recording or playing back operation without detailed settings. During Easy Handycam operation, appears on the LCD screen. To cancel Easy Handycam operation, press EASY again.
You cannot use some buttons/functions during Easy Handycam operation.
ACCESS lamp (Memory Stick Duo)
To eject a Memory Stick Duo, open the LCD panel, lightly push the Memory Stick Duo in once.

Playback

(VIEW IMAGES) button B POWER switch (VIEW IMAGES) button A 1 Returns to the recording screen 2 Previous 6 images 3 Next 6 images 4 Returns to the recording screen 5 Displays movies 6 Displays still images on the hard disk 7 Displays still images on a Memory Stick Duo 8 Searches for images by date 9 (OPTION)

8 Flash*2

Flashes when using the flash.

ql RESET button

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

9 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).
1 Power zoom lever q; Zoom buttons
You can magnify still images from about 1.1 to 5 times the original size (Playback zoom).
When you touch the screen during playback zoom, the point you touched will be displayed in the center of the displayed frame.

q; Zoom buttons

Press for zooming in/out.

qd EASY button

See page 12.

qa BACK LIGHT button*4

To adjust the exposure for backlit subjects, press BACK LIGHT to display. To cancel the back light function, press BACK LIGHT again.

qj Speaker

Sound comes out from the speaker while playing back.

qs DISP/BATT INFO button

You can switch the screen display when you press while the power is set to on. When you press while the power is set to OFF (CHG), you can check the remaining battery.
Connecting to other devices

3 A/V OUT jack

Connect with the A/V connecting cable.

4 REMOTE jack*3

Connect other optional accessories.
5 Active Interface Shoe button*2

(flash)

You can select the settings for the flash.

qg Shoulder belt hook

Attach the shoulder belt (optional).
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 NIGHTSHOT switch*2

To record in dark places, set the NIGHTSHOT switch to ON. ( appears.)
w; DC IN jack wa Interface connector

ws DISC BURN button

Create a DVD by connecting the camcorder to a computer. For details, see Handycam Handbook (PDF).

(USB) jack*5

Connect with the USB cable.
*1 DCR-SR32E/SR42E/SR52E/SR62E/SR72E/ SR82E *2 DCR-SR190E/SR200E/SR290E/SR300E *3 Except for DCR-SR32E/SR42E *4 For DCR-SR32E/SR42E, the position of the buttons differ from the illustration. *5 For DCR-SR32E/SR52E/SR72E/SR190E/ SR290E: output only.

Indicators displayed during recording/playback
Recording movies Recording still images

Viewing movies

Viewing still images
1 Recording mode (HQ / SP / LP) 2 HOME button 3 Remaining battery (approx.) 4 Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or [REC] (recording)) 5 Counter (hour/minute/second) 6 OPTION button 7 Dual Rec (DCR-SR190E/SR200E/ SR290E/SR300E) 8 VIEW IMAGES button 9 5.1ch surround recording (DCRSR190E/SR200E/SR290E/SR300E) q; Quality ([FINE] / [STD]) qa Image size qs Appears while a still image is being saved.
qd Recording folder Displays only during the recording media of still images is a Memory Stick Duo. qf Return button qg Playback mode qh Current movie number/Number of total movies qj Previous/Next button qk Video operation buttons ql Data file name w; Current still image number/Number of recorded still images wa Slide show button ws Previous/Next button wd Data file name wf VISUAL INDEX button
Indicators when you made changes
Following indicators appear during recording/playback to indicate the settings of your camcorder.

Upper left Upper right

Indicator

Meaning

PictBridge connecting

Warning

Bottom

Indicator Meaning

Picture effect Digital effect Manual focus SCENE SELECTION

Center

Upper left
n 5.1ch surround recording/ playback*1 Self-timer recording Flash MICREF LEVEL low WIDE SELECT*2 WIDE SELECT*3
Backlight White balance SteadyShot off EXPOSURE/ SPOT METER TELE MACRO ZEBRA*1

Upper right

FADER LCD backlight off Drop sensor off Drop sensor activated
*1 DCR-SR190E/SR200E/SR290E/SR300E *2 DCR-SR32E/SR42E *3 DCR-SR52E/SR62E/SR72E/SR82E/SR190E/ SR200E/SR290E/SR300E *4 DCR-SR32E/SR42E/SR52E/SR62E/SR72E/ SR82E The recording date and time is recorded automatically on the hard disk and Memory Stick Duo. They are not displayed while recording. However, you can check them as [DATA CODE] during playback.
Slide show set NightShot plus*4 NightShot*1 Super NightShot plus*4 Super NightShot*1 Color Slow Shutter

Saving images

Recorded images are stored on the internal hard disk of your camcorder. Due to the limited capacity of the internal hard disk, make sure that you save the image data to some type of external media such as a DVD-R or a computer. You can save the images recorded on the camcorder as described below.

Deleting images

Deleting the images on the hard disk

1 On the

(HOME MENU), touch (OTHERS) t [DELETE]. DELETE].
Saving images using a computer
By using the software on the supplied CD-ROM, you can save images on a DVD or the hard disk of a computer. For details, see Handycam Handbook (PDF).

2 Touch [ 3 Touch [

Creating a DVD with One Touch (One Touch Disc Burn)
You can save images recorded on the camcorder directly to a DVD with ease.

DELETE] (movies) or [ DELETE] (still images), according to the type of image you want to delete, then touch the image to be deleted. The selected image is marked with.
Saving images on a computer
You can save images recorded on the camcorder on the hard disk of a computer.

4 Touch

t [YES] t
Creating a DVD with selected images
You can save images imported to your computer on a DVD. You can also edit those images.
To delete all movies or still images at one time
In step 3, touch [ DELETE ALL] or [ DELETE ALL] t [YES] t [YES] t.
Saving images by connecting your camcorder to other devices
You can dub images to VCR or DVD/HDD devices. For details, see Handycam Handbook (PDF).
To delete the still images in the Memory Stick Duo
1 In step 2, touch [ DELETE]. 2 Touch [ DELETE], then touch the still image to be deleted. The selected still image is marked with. 3 Touch t [YES] t.
To delete all still images on the Memory Stick Duo, in step 2, touch [ DELETE ALL] t [YES] t [YES] t.
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 OUT jack

S VIDEO

(Yellow) (White)

(Red) (Yellow)

: Signal flow VCR or TVs

You can dub the images recorded on the camcorder to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders. For details, see Handycam Handbook (PDF).
Performing with a computer
In the supplied CD-ROM, Handycam Handbook (PDF) and Picture Motion Browser (Software) are contained. On the advanced use of your camcorder or how to use connecting to your computer, see Handycam Handbook (PDF). By using Picture Motion Browser, you can enjoy the following operations:
Creating a DVD with One Touch Importing images to a computer Editing the imported images Creating a DVD
is completed, the short-cut icon of Handycam Handbook appears on the desktop of your computer.
The model name of your Handycam is printed on its bottom surface.
5 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) in the disc drive of your computer. 3 Open the [Handbook] folder in the CDROM, double-click the [GB] folder and then drag-and-drop the Handbook.pdf on the computer.
Install the above on a computer by following the steps below.
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.

x For Windows user

1 Turn on the computer. 2 Place the CD-ROM (supplied) in the disc drive of your computer. The select screen for installation appears.
Installing the supplied software
The supplied software is not compatible with Macintosh.

x System requirements

When using the supplied software, you need the following system requirements below. OS: Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Home Edition, Windows XP Professional, or Windows XP Media Center Edition Standard installation is required. Operation is not assured if the above OS has been upgraded or in a multi-boot environment. CPU: Intel Pentium III 1 GHz or faster Application: DirectX 9.0c or later (This product is based on DirectX technology. It is necessary to have DirectX installed.)
3 Click [Handycam Handbook]. The installation screen for Handycam Handbook appears.
4 Select desired language and select the model name of your Handycam, then click [Handycam Handbook (PDF)]. Installation starts. When the installation
Sound system: Direct Sound compatible sound card Memory: 256 MB or more
Hard disk: Available free hard disk space for installation required: Approximately 600 MB (for creating a DVD, 5 GB or more may be required) Display: DirectX 7 or later-compatible video card, Minimum dots, High Color (16 bit color) Others: USB port (this must be provided as standard), Disc drive that can burn DVDs (CD-ROM drive required for software installation)
Even in a computer environment where the operations are guaranteed, frames may be dropped from movies, resulting in uneven playback. However, imported images and images on a DVD created subsequently will not be affected. Operations are not guaranteed, even on computers fulfilling the above system requirements. Picture Motion Browser does not support 5.1ch surround sound reproduction. The sound is reproduced in 2ch sound. If you use a Notebook computer, connect it to the AC Adaptor as the power source. Otherwise, the software will not work properly due to the power saving function of the computer.
3 Place the supplied CD-ROM in the disc drive of your computer. The installation screen appears.
If the screen does not appear
1Click [Start], then click [My Computer]. (For Windows 2000, double-click [My Computer].) 2Double-click [SONYPICTUTIL (E:)] (CDROM) (disc drive).* * Drive names (such as (E:)) may vary depending on the computer.
4 Click [Install]. 5 Select the language for the application to be installed, then click [Next]. 6 Check your area and country/region, then click [Next].

For the information about Picture Motion Browser, visit the following URL:
http://www.sony.net/support-disoft/
To see the explanation of the function of each item on the HOME MENU (HELP)

1 Press (HOME).

2 Touch (HELP). The bottom of the orange.

(HELP) button turns

Items of the HOME MENU

(CAMERA) category

MOVIE PHOTO SMTH SLW REC*1
3 Touch the item you want to know the content. When you touch an item, its explanation appears on the screen. To apply the option, touch [YES].

(VIEW IMAGES) category

VISUAL INDEX PLAYLIST

Using the OPTION MENU

The OPTION MENU appears just like the pop-up window that appears when you rightclick the mouse on a computer. Various functions are displayed in the context of the operation. For details, see Handycam Handbook (PDF).

(OTHERS) category

DELETE
[ DELETE], [ DELETE] DELETE],
[ DELETE], [ [DIVIDE], [COPY] PLAYLIST EDIT [ ERASE], [ ERASE ALL], [ MOVE], [ ADD], [ ADD by date] PRINT [ PRINT], [ PRINT]
1 While using your camcorder, touch

(OPTION) on the screen.

2 Touch the desired item. 3 Change the setting, then touch
When the item you want is not on the screen, touch another tab. If you cannot find the item anywhere, the function does not work under the situation. The tabs and items that appear on the screen depend on the recording/playback status of your camcorder at the time. Some items appear without a tab. The OPTION MENU cannot be used during Easy Handycam operation (p.12).
COMPUTER [ COMPUTER], [ COMPUTER], [DISC BURN]
(MANAGE HDD/MEMORY) category

FORMAT FORMAT INFO

(SETTINGS) category
MOVIE SETTINGS [REC MODE], [NIGHTSHOT LIGHT], [WIDE SELECT]*2, [DIGITAL ZOOM], [STEADYSHOT], [AUTO SLW SHUTTR], [GUIDEFRAME]*1, REMAINING], [ZEBRA]*1, [ [FLASH LEVEL]*1, [REDEYE REDUC]*1 PHOTO SETTINGS [ IMAGE SIZE]*3*4, [ QUALITY], [FILE NO.], [NIGHTSHOT LIGHT], [STEADYSHOT]*5, [GUIDEFRAME]*1, [ZEBRA]*1, [FLASH LEVEL]*3, [REDEYE REDUC]*3, [STILL MEDIA]*4 VIEW IMAGES SET [DATA CODE], [ SOUND/DISP SET*6 [VOLUME]*4, [BEEP]*4, [LCD BRIGHT], [LCD BL LEVEL], [LCD COLOR] OUTPUT SETTINGS [TV TYPE], [DISP OUTPUT] CLOCK/ LANG [CLOCK SET]*4, [AREA SET], [SUMMERTIME], [ LANGUAGE SET]*4 GENERAL SET [DEMO MODE], [CALIBRATION], [A.SHUT OFF], [REMOTE CTRL]*3, [DROP SENSOR]
*1 DCR-SR190E/SR200E/SR290E/SR300E *2 DCR-SR32E/SR42E *3 DCR-SR52E/SR62E/SR72E/SR82E/SR190E/ SR200E/SR290E/SR300E *4 You can set the item during Easy Handycam operation (p.12). *5 DCR-SR290E/SR300E *6 [SOUND SETTINGS] (during Easy Handycam operation (p.12))

Items of the OPTION MENU

Items you can set only on the OPTION MENU will be described below.
[FOCUS], [SPOT FOCUS], [TELE MACRO], [EXPOSURE], [SPOT METER], [SCENE SELECTION], [WHITE BAL.], [COLOR SLOW SHTR], [S. NIGHTSHOT PLS]*1, [SUPER NIGHTSHOT]*2

[FADER], [D.EFFECT], [PICT.EFFECT]
[MICREF LEVEL], [SELF-TIMER], [FLASH MODE]*3, [TIMING]*2, [RECORD SOUND]*2 (A tab depends on the situation) [SLIDE SHOW], [SLIDE SHOW SET] (No tab) [COPIES], [DATE/TIME], [SIZE]
*1 DCR-SR32E/SR42E/SR52E/SR62E/SR72E/ SR82E *2 DCR-SR190E/SR200E/SR290E/SR300E *3 DCR-SR52E/SR62E/SR72E/SR82E

DISPLAY]

If you run into any problems using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer.
and take 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/functions are limited. Cancel Easy Handycam operation. For details on Easy Handycam operation, refer to Handycam Handbook (PDF).
Notes 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 the data on the internal hard disk (see Handycam Handbook (PDF)) on other media (backup) before sending your camcorder for repair. We will not compensate you for any loss of hard disk data. During repair, we may check a minimum amount of data stored on the hard disk in order to investigate the problem. However, your Sony dealer will neither copy nor retain your data.
Your camcorder gets warm.
This is because the power has been turned on for a long time. This is not a malfunction.
The power abruptly turns off.
When approximately 5 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. Charge the battery pack (p.7).
The power does not turn on.
Attach a charged battery pack to the camcorder (p.7). Connect the plug of the AC Adaptor to the wall socket (p.7). Set the camcorder onto the Handycam Station securely (p.7).
Pressing START/STOP or PHOTO does not record images.
The playback screen is displayed. Set your camcorder to recording standby (p.11). Your camcorder is recording the image you have just shot on the hard disk. You cannot make new recording during this period. The hard disk of the camcorder is full. Delete unnecessary images (p.20). Total number of movies or still images exceeds the recordable capacity of your camcorder. Delete unnecessary images (p.20).
The camcorder does not operate even when the power is set to on.
It takes a few seconds for your camcorder to be ready to shoot after the power is turned on. This is not a malfunction. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall socket or remove the battery pack, then reconnect it after about 1 minute. If the functions still do not work, press the RESET button (p.16) using a sharppointed object. (If you press the RESET button, all settings, including the clock setting, are reset.) 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

The recording stops.

The temperature of your camcorder is extremely high/low. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool/warm place.

Warning indicators

Menu items are grayed out.
There are some functions you cannot activate simultaneously. For details, see Handycam Handbook (PDF).
Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators
If indicators appear on the LCD screen, check the following. Some symptoms you can fix by yourself. If the problem persists even after you have tried a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.

C:04:00

Lights appear on the screen even if the lens cover is closed (DCR-SR32E/ SR42E/SR52E/SR62E/SR72E/ SR82E).
When you turn on your camcorder while the lens cover is closed, lights through gaps of the lens cover may appear on the screen. This is not a malfunction.
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.7). Connect the DC plug of the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack of the Handycam Station or your camcorder securely (p.7).
C:13:ss / C:32:ss Remove the power source. Reconnect it and operate your camcorder again. Turn on your camcorder again. 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.
101-0001 (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 indicators pertaining to Memory Stick Duo formatting)*
The Memory Stick Duo is damaged. The Memory Stick Duo is not formatted correctly.
The hard disk of the camcorder is fully recorded. An error may have occurred with the hard disk drive in your camcorder.
(Warning indicator pertaining to incompatible Memory Stick Duo)*
An incompatible Memory Stick Duo is inserted.
- (Warning indicator pertaining to the write-protect of the Memory Stick Duo)*
The write-protect tab on the Memory Stick Duo is set to lock. Access to the Memory Stick Duo was restricted on another device.
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.
(Warning indicator pertaining to the flash) Fast flashing
There is something wrong with the flash.
(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.

x When not using your camcorder for a long time
Periodically turn it on and let it run such as by playing back or recording images for about 3 minutes. Use up the battery pack completely before storing it.

LCD screen

Do not exert excessive pressure on the LCD screen, as it may cause damage. If your camcorder is used in a cold place, a residual image may appear on the LCD screen. This is not a malfunction. While using your camcorder, the back of the LCD screen may heat up. This is not a malfunction.
x To clean the LCD screen If fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen dirty, it is recommended you use a soft cloth to clean it. When you use the LCD Cleaning Kit (optional), do not apply the cleaning liquid directly to the LCD screen. Use cleaning paper moistened with the liquid.

On handling the casing

If the casing is soiled, clean the camcorder body with a soft cloth lightly moistened with water, and then wipe the casing with a dry soft cloth. Avoid the following to avoid damage to the finish: Using chemicals such as thinner, benzine, alcohol, chemical cloths, repellent, insecticide and sunscreen. Handling the camcorder with above substances on your hands. Leaving the casing in contact with rubber or vinyl objects for a long period of time.

Specifications

About care and storage of the lens
Wipe the surface of the lens clean with a soft cloth in the following instances: When there are fingerprints on the lens surface. In hot or humid locations When the lens is exposed to salty air such as at the seaside. Store in a well-ventilated location subject to little dirt or dust. To prevent mold, periodically clean the lens as described above. It is recommended that you operate your camcorder about once a month to keep it in optimum state for a long time.

System

Video compression format MPEG2/JPEG (Still images) Audio compression format DCR-SR32E/SR42E/SR52E/SR62E/ SR72E/SR82E Dolby Digital 2ch Dolby Digital Stereo Creator DCR-SR190E/SR200E/SR290E/SR300E Dolby Digital 2/5.1ch Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator Video signal PAL color, CCIR standards Hard Disk DCR-SR32E/SR42E/SR52E/SR62E 30 GB DCR-SR72E/SR82E 60 GB DCR-SR190E/SR200E/SR290E/SR300E 40 GB When measuring media capacity, 1GB equals 1 billion bytes, a portion of which is used for data management. Recording format Movie MPEG2-PS Still image Exif *1 Ver.2.2 Recording time DCR-SR32E/SR42E/SR52E/SR62E HQ: Approx. 440 min SP: Approx. 650 min LP: Approx. min DCR-SR72E/SR82E HQ: Approx. 880 min SP: Approx. min LP: Approx. min DCR-SR190E/SR200E/SR290E/SR300E HQ: Approx. 570 min SP: Approx. 870 min LP: Approx. min Recordable images/cuts Movie: Still image: Image device DCR-SR32E/SR42E 3.0 mm (1/6 type) CCD (Charge Coupled Device) Gross: Approx. pixels Effective (Movie): Approx. pixels

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