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Digital Video Camera Recorder
Operating Guide Gua de operaciones

DCR-SR220

For details on the advanced operations, please refer to Handycam Handbook (PDF). Para obtener ms informacin acerca de las funciones avanzadas, consulte la Gua prctica de Handycam (PDF).

2008 Sony Corporation

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

WARNING

To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
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.
due to lightning and power-line surges.

Service

Damage Requiring Service
Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the set. If the set has been exposed to rain or water. If the set has been subject to excessive shock by being dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged. If the set does not operate normally when following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are specified in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the set to normal operation. When the set exhibits a distinct change in performance this indicates a need for service.

For added protection for this set during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the set

Read this first

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.
For customers in the U.S.A.
If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800222-SONY (7669). The number below is for the FCC related matters only.

CAUTION

Replace the battery with the specified type only. Otherwise, fire or injury may result.

Regulatory Information

Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR220 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. Telephone number: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
For customers in the U.S.A. and CANADA
RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES
Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable. You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you. For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-822- 8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/ Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium-Ion batteries.
is to be used with the Handycam Station Model DCRA-C220 and AC Adaptor Model AC-L200/L200B.

Owners Record

The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DCRSerial No. Model No. ACSerial No.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient

Motion Browser (Software) Guide Handycam Handbook (PDF) Operating Guide (This manual) (1)

Picture

Using the camcorder
or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.
The supplied interface cable must be used with the equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules. For the State of California, USA only Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains perchlorate.

Notes on use

Supplied items The numbers in ( ) are the supplied quantity.

AC Power

Adaptor (1) cord (Mains lead) (1) Handycam Station (1) A/V connecting cable (1) USB cable (1) Wireless Remote Commander (1) A button-type lithium battery is already installed. Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH60 (1) CD-ROM Handycam Application Software (1) (p.24)
camcorder is not dustproofed, dripproofed or waterproofed. See Precautions (p.30). Do not do any of the following when the (movie)/ (still image) lamps (p.10) or ACCESS lamps (p.12, 16) is lit or flashing. Otherwise the media may be damaged, recorded images may be lost or other malfunctions could occur. Remove the Memory Stick PRO Duo. Remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor from the camcorder. Apply mechanical shock or vibration to the camcorder. When connecting your camcorder to another device with a cable, be sure to insert the connector plug in the correct way. Pushing the plug forcibly into the terminal will damage the terminal and may result in a malfunction of your camcorder. 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. Do not use your camcorder in very loud areas. The hard disk of the camcorder may not be recognized, or recording may not be possible. To protect the internal hard disk from shock by dropping, the camcorder has drop sensor function*. When a drop occurs, or under a nongravity condition, the block noise made when this function is activated by the camcorder may also be recorded. If the drop sensor catches a drop repeatedly, recording/play back may be stopped. 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).

not turn on the camcorder in a low-pressure area, where the altitude is more than 3,000 meters (9,800 feet). Doing so may damage the hard disk drive of your camcorder. If you repeat recording/deleting images for a long time, fragmentation of data occurs on the media. Images cannot be saved or recorded. In such a case, save your images on some type of external media first, and then perform [MEDIA FORMAT]*. Fasten the grip belt and hold your camcorder correctly while recording.

Remove

the insulation sheet before using the Remote Commander.

Insulation sheet

Types of Memory Stick you can use with your camcorder
recording movies, it is recommended that you use a Memory Stick PRO Duo of 512 MB or larger marked with: (Memory Stick PRO Duo)* (Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo) * Marked with Mark2 or not are available. A Memory Stick PRO Duo of up to 8 GB has been confirmed to operate correctly with this camcorder. See page 11 for the recordable time of a Memory Stick PRO Duo. Memory Stick PRO Duo and Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo are both called as Memory Stick PRO Duo in this manual.
adjust the LCD panel, open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder , then rotate it to the best angle to record or play. You can rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees to the lens side to record in mirror mode.

90 degrees (max.)

0 degrees to the 9 camcorder

On recording

Before

degrees (max.) 180

LCD screen is manufactured using extremely high-precision technology, so over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue, or green in color) that appear constantly on the LCD screen. These points are normal results of the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way.
starting to record, test the recording function to make sure the image and sound are recorded without any problems. Compensation for failure or loss of recording cannot be provided, even if recording or playback is not possible due to a malfunction of the camcorder, recording media, etc. TV color systems differ depending on the country/region. To view your recordings on a TV, you need an NTSC system-based TV. Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the copyright laws.
Save all your recorded image data
prevent your image data from being lost, save all your recorded images on external media periodically. It is recommended that you save the image data on a disc such as a DVD-R using your computer*. Also, you can save your image data using a VCR, or a DVD/HDD recorder*.

Table of contents

When the camcorder is connected to a computer
not try to format the hard disk of the camcorder using a computer. If you do so, your camcorder may not operate correctly.

(Unit:min.)

Hard disk Memory Stick PRO Duo
Charging time Recording time Continuous recording time Typical recording time Playback time
times measured under the following settings: Recording mode: [SP] The LCD backlight: [ON] Typical recording time shows the time when you repeat recording start/stop, turning the power on/off and zooming.
Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time

(HOME) (p. 20)

Touch the button on the LCD screen.

POWER switch

When using the camcorder for the first time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears on the LCD screen.
1 While pressing the green button,
(Movie): To record movies (Still): To record still images Go to step 3 when you turn on your camcorder for the first time.
turn the POWER switch repeatedly in the direction of the arrow until the respective lamp lights up. The clock starts.
Tips The date and time do not appear during recording, but they are automatically recorded on the media, and can be displayed during playback. You can turn off the operation beeps by touching (HOME) (SETTINGS) [SOUND/DISP SET] [BEEP] [OFF].
you turn on the (Still) lamp, the screen aspect ratio is changed to 4:3 automatically.

2 Touch

(HOME) (SETTINGS) [CLOCK/ LANG] [CLOCK SET]. The [CLOCK SET] screen appears.
Changing the language setting
You can change the on-screen displays to show messages in a specified language. Touch (HOME) (SETTINGS) [CLOCK/ LANG] [ LANGUAGE SET], then select the desired language.
3 Select the desired geographical

area with /

, then touch [NEXT].
4 Set [DST SET] or [SUMMERTIME], [Y]
(year), [M] (month), [D] (day), hour and minute, then touch.
Step 3: Selecting the media
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

3 Select the media you want to set.

Still image

Movie Memory Stick Notes

4 Touch [YES]

The media is changed.
can do recording/playback/editing operations for the selected media only. When you want to change, reselect the media. The recordable time with [SP] recording mode (the default setting) is as follows (approx): The internal hard disk: approx. 21 hours 50 minutes Memory Stick PRO Duo (4 GB) made by Sony Corporation: 1 hour 20 minutes Check the number of recordable still images on the LCD screen of your camcorder (p.18).
To confirm the recording media setting
Turn the POWER switch repeatedly to light up the (Movie)/ (Still) lamp, depending on which media setting you want to check. Check the media icon on the screen.

2 Start recording.

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

Still Images

Press PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus (a beep sounds), then press it fully (a shutter click sounds). appears beside or. When disappears, the image has been recorded.
approximately 13 hours. a movie file exceeds 2 GB, the next movie file is created automatically.
Tips You can check the recordable time and the remaining capacity, etc., by touching (HOME) (MANAGE MEDIA) [MEDIA INFO]. You can capture still images by pressing PHOTO during movie recording. The maximum continuous recordable time is

Playback

You can play back images recorded on the media selected in the media setting (p.11). The default setting is the hard disk.

(VIEW IMAGES) button

POWER switch (VIEW IMAGES) button
HOME MENU Previous 6 images Next 6 images Returns to the recording screen Displays movies Displays still images (OPTION) Searches for images by date Goes to the (Face Index) screen Goes to the (Film Roll Index) screen
1 Turn the POWER switch to turn on your camcorder. 2 Press the
(VIEW IMAGES) (or ) button. The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the LCD screen. (It may take some seconds.)

3 Start playback.

Touch the tab, and the movie to be played back.
Goes to beginning of the scene/ previous movie Toggles Play or Pause as you touch Next movie
Touch the tab, and the still image to be played back.

Slide show button

Stop (goes to the VISUAL Reverse/Forward INDEX screen)
Goes to the VISUAL INDEX screen

Previous/ Next

To adjust the volume of movies
When playing back a movie, touch (OPTION) tab [VOLUME], then adjust the volume with /.
Tips appears with the image on each of the tab that was lastly played back/recorded. When you touch image marked with , you can play it back from the point you have stopped previously.
Playing the image on a TV

(VIEW IMAGES) category

(OTHERS) category
[ DELETE], [ DELETE] PHOTO CAPTURE MOVIE DUB [DUB by select], [DUB by date], [ DUB ALL] PHOTO [COPY by select], [COPY COPY by date] EDIT [ DELETE], PLAYLIST EDIT [ DELETE], [DIVIDE] [ ERASE], [ ERASE ALL], [ MOVE], [ ADD], [ ADD by date] [ USB CONNECT], [ USB CONNECT], [DISC BURN] [HDD], [MEMORY STICK] [HDD], [MEMORY STICK]

PRINT USB CONNECT

MOVIE MEDIA SET* PHOTO MEDIA SET* MEDIA INFO MEDIA FORMAT* REPAIR IMG.DB F.

(MANAGE MEDIA) category

[ IMAGE SIZE]*, [FILE NO.], [NIGHTSHOT LIGHT], [STEADYSHOT], [GUIDEFRAME], [ZEBRA], [FLASH MODE]*, [FLASH LEVEL], [REDEYE REDUC], [FACE DETECTION], [CONVERSION LENS] VIEW [DATA CODE], IMAGES SET [ DISPLAY] SOUND/ [VOLUME]*, [BEEP]*, DISP SET** [LCD BRIGHT], [LCD BL LEVEL], [LCD COLOR] OUTPUT [TV TYPE], [DISP SETTINGS OUTPUT] CLOCK/ [CLOCK SET]*, [AREA LANG SET], [DST SET]/ [SUMMERTIME], [ LANGUAGE SET] GENERAL [DEMO MODE], SET [CALIBRATION], [A.SHUT OFF], [QUICK ON STBY], [REMOTE CTRL], [DROP SENSOR]
* You can set the item during Easy Handycam operation. **The menu name is changed to [SOUND SETTINGS] during Easy Handycam operation.

PHOTO SETTINGS

[HDD], [MEMORY STICK] [HDD], [MEMORY STICK]

Saving images

Items of the OPTION MENU
Items you can set only on the OPTION MENU will be described below. 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 save the images recorded on the camcorder as described below.
[FOCUS], [SPOT FOCUS], [TELE MACRO], [EXPOSURE], [SPOT METER], [SCENE SELECTION], [WHITE BAL.], [COLOR SLOW SHTR], [SUPER NIGHTSHOT]

Using a computer

By using Picture Motion Browser on the supplied CD-ROM, you can save images recorded on your camcorder. For details, see PMB Guide on the supplied CDROM.
[FADER], [D.EFFECT], [PICT.EFFECT]
[BLT-IN ZOOM MIC], [MICREF LEVEL], [SELF-TIMER], [TIMING], [RECORD SOUND]
Creating a DVD 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 (DISC BURN) button.
(A tab depends on the situation)/No tab
[SLIDE SHOW], [SLIDE SHOW SET], [COPIES], [DATE/TIME], [SIZE]
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 DVD with selected images
You can save images imported to your computer on a DVD. You can also edit those images.
Connecting your camcorder to other devices
For details, see Handycam Handbook (PDF).
Connecting with the A/V connecting cable
You can dub to VCRs, DVD/HDD recorders.
Connecting with the USB cable

is because the power has been turned on for a long time. This is not a malfunction.
The power abruptly turns off.
the AC Adaptor. on the power again. Charge the battery pack (p.8).
Pressing START/STOP or PHOTO does not record images.
The power does not turn on.

Attach

a charged battery pack to the camcorder (p.8). Connect the plug of the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket) (p.8).
The camcorder does not operate even when the power is set to on.
the POWER switch to (Movie) or (Still) (p.10). You cannot record images in sleep mode. Press the QUICK ON button. Your camcorder is recording the image you have just shot on the media. You cannot make new recording during this period. The media of the camcorder is full. Delete unnecessary images (p.23). Total number of movies or still images exceeds the recordable capacity of the media. Delete unnecessary images (p.23).
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 outlet (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 sharp-pointed 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 recording stops.

temperature of your camcorder is extremely high/low. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool/warm place.
You cannot install Picture Motion Browser.
the computer environment required to install Picture Motion Browser. Install Picture Motion Browser in an orderly manner (p.24).
Picture Motion Browser does not work correctly.

Indicators/Messages

Causes/Soiutions
Picture Motion Browser and restart your computer.
Your camcorder is not recognized by the computer.

Disconnect

E:20: / E:31: / E:61: / E:62: / E:91: / E:94: 101-0001
devices from the USB jack of the computer other than the keyboard, mouse, and your camcorder. Disconnect the USB cable from the computer and the Handycam Station, and restart the computer, then connect the computer and your camcorder again in an orderly manner.
Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators
If indicators appear on the LCD screen, check the following. If the problem persists even after you have tried a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Indicators/Messages Causes/Soiutions

C:13: / C:32:

battery pack is not an InfoLITHIUM battery pack (H series). Use an InfoLITHIUM battery pack (H series) (p.8). Connect the DC plug of the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack of the Handycam Station or your camcorder securely (p.8). Remove the power source. Reconnect it and operate your camcorder again.
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. The file is damaged or unreadable. An error may have occurred with the hard disk drive in your camcorder. Delete unnecessary images. Battery power is low. The temperature of your camcorder is getting higher or extremely high. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place. The temperature of your camcorder is extremely low. Make the camcorder warm. When the indicator flashes slowly, free space for recording images are running out. No Memory Stick PRO Duo is inserted (p.11). When the indicator flashes quickly, 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. 22). The Image Database File is damaged.
Memory Stick PRO Duo is damaged. Format the Memory Stick PRO Duo with your camcorder. An incompatible Memory Stick PRO Duo is inserted. Access to the Memory Stick PRO Duo was restricted on another device. There is something wrong with the flash. The amount of light 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. Media capacity is full. Still images cannot be recorded during processing. Wait for a while, then record. Drop sensor activated. Recording/playback may be disabled.

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

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.
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

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.
About care and storage of the lens

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].

AC-L200/L200B

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.
To change the battery of the Remote Commander

While pressing on the tab, inset your fingernail into the slit to pull out the battery case. Place a new battery with the + side facing up. Insert the battery case back into the Remote Commander until it clicks.
On charging the pre-installed rechargeable battery
Your camcorder has a pre-installed rechargeable battery to retain the date, time, and other settings even when the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG). The pre-installed rechargeable battery is always charged while your camcorder is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket) via the AC Adaptor or while the battery pack is attached. The rechargeable battery will be fully discharged in about 3 months if you do not use your camcorder at all. Use your camcorder after charging the pre-installed rechargeable battery. However, even if the pre-installed rechargeable battery is not charged, the camcorder operation will not be affected as long as you are not recording the date. Procedures Connect your camcorder to a wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor, and leave it with the POWER switch set to OFF (CHG) for more than 24 hours.
Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.
the lithium battery becomes weak, the operating distance of the Remote Commander may shorten, or the Remote Commander may not function properly. In this case, replace the battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.

Specifications

System
Video compression format: MPEG2/JPEG (Still images) Audio compression format: Dolby Digital 2/5.1ch Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator Video signal: NTSC color, EIA standards Hard Disk: 60 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 Ver.2.2 * Image device: 3.6 mm (1/5 type) CMOS sensor Recording pixels (still image, 4:3): Max. 4.0 mega (1 728) pixels** Gross: Approx. 000 pixels Effective (Movie, 16:9) Approx. 000 pixels Effective (Still image, 16:9) Approx. 000 pixels Effective (Still image, 4:3) Approx. 000 pixels Lens: Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T Optical:15 , Digital: 30 , 180 Filter diameter: 30 mm (1 3/16 in.) Focal length: F=1.8 - 2.6 f=3.1 - 46.5 mm (1/8 - 1 7/8 in.) When converted to a 35 mm still camera For movies: 40 - 600 mm (1 5/8 - 23 5/8 in.) (16:9) For still images: 37 - 555 mm (1 1/2 - 21 7/8 in.) (4:3) Color temperature: [AUTO], [ONE PUSH], [INDOOR] (K), [OUTDOOR] (5800 K) Minimum illumination: 5 lx (lux) (when [AUTO SLW SHUTTR] is set to [ON], Shutter speed 1/30 second) 0 lx (lux) (during NightShot function) * Exif is a file format for still images, established by the JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). Files in this format can have additional information such as your camcorders setting information at the time of recording. **The unique pixel array of Sonys ClearVid CMOS Sensor and image processing system (BIONZ) allows still image resolution equivalent to the sizes described.

Input/Output connectors

A/V Remote Connector: Video/audio output jack USB jack: mini-B
Picture: 6.7 cm (2.7 type, aspect ratio 16:9) Total number of pixels: (960 220)

General

Power requirements: 6.8 V/7.2 V (battery pack) 8.4 V (AC Adaptor) Average power consumption: Hard disk: 3.6 W Memory Stick PRO Duo: 3.5 W Operating temperature: 0C to + 40C (32 F to 104 F) Storage temperature: -20C to + 60C (-4 F to + 140 F) Dimensions (Approx.): 129 mm (3 1/5 1/8 in.) (whd) including the projecting parts 134 mm (3 1/5 3/8 in.) (whd) including the projecting parts with supplied battery pack attached Mass (Approx.): 470 g (1 lb) main unit only 550 g (1 lb 3 oz) including the supplied rechargeable battery pack
Handycam Station DCRA-C220 Input/Output connector
A/V OUT jack: Video/audio output jack USB jack: mini-B

AC Adaptor AC-L200/L200B

Power requirements: AC 100 V - 240 V, 50/60 Hz Current consumption: 0.35 0.18A Power consumption: 18 W Output voltage: DC 8.4 V* Operating temperature: 0C to + 40C (32 F to 104 F) Storage temperature: -20C to + 60C (-4 F to + 140 F) Dimensions (Approx.): 81 mm (1 15/3/1/4 in.) (whd) excluding the projecting parts
Mass (Approx.): 170 g (6.0 oz) excluding the power cord (mains lead) * See the label of AC Adaptor for other specifications.

On trademarks

Handycam
Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH60
Maximum output voltage: DC 8.4 V Output voltage: DC 7.2 V Capacity: 7.2 wh (mAh) Type: Li-ion Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. Memory Stick, , Memory Stick Duo, , Memory Stick PRO Duo, , Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, , Memory Stick Micro, MagicGate, , MagicGate Memory Stick and MagicGate Memory Stick Duo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. InfoLITHIUM is a trademark of Sony Corporation. BIONZ is a trademark of Sony Corporation. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Media, Windows Vista, and DirectX are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Macintosh and Mac OS are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. in the U.S. and other countries. Intel, Intel Core, and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries. Adobe, the Adobe logo, and Adobe Acrobat are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries. 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.

DCR-SR220

Hard Disk Drive Handycam camcorder
With a ClearVid CMOS sensor (with Exmor technology) and BIONZ image processor, the DCR-SR220 captures vibrant, high resolution video and still images that please the senses. Its dual record mode even lets you take 4 megapixel photos while recording video directly to your choice of either the built-in 60GB9 hard disk or removable Memory Stick Duo or Memory Stick PRO Duo media.
2.3 Megapixel ClearVid CMOS Sensor (with Exmor Technology) and BIONZ Image Processor Sony's newly designed CMOS image sensor with delivers bright, vivid, and spectacularly detailed 2.3 megapixel (effective) video footage, as well as 4 megapixel still images -- all with prolonged battery life. Exmor technology captures images with high resolution and high sensitivity. In addition, the advanced Sony BIONZ image processor improves camera response time and screens out noise so the signal from each pixel is as pure as possible. BIONZ Image Processor The advanced Sony BIONZ Image Processor uses hardware-based Large Scale Integrated (LSI) circuitry that improves camera response time, screens out noise before RAW data conversion, handles Dynamic Range Optimization processing, and prolongs battery life. Exmor Imaging Sensor Exmor technology captures video and still photo images with high resolution, high sensitivity, and exceptional detail. Advanced on-sensor A/D conversion yields rich tonal reproduction with high signal-to-noise ratio. Face Detection for Video Footage and Digital Still Photos Made possible by the BIONZ image processing engine, Face Detection technology recognizes up to 8 faces anywhere in the frame and automatically controls focus, exposure, and color to help capture smiling faces brightly and clearly. Face Detection also helps make skin tones look natural without affecting other colors in the image. 15X Optical / 180X Digital Zoom The optical zoom helps to bring the action close up from far away. In addition, Digital Zoom Interpolation means that extreme digital zooming is clearer, with less distortion than previous types of digital zoom. Built-in zoom microphone with 5.1ch 2.7" Wide1 (16:9) Touch Panel Clear recording Photo LCD Plus Display (211K Pixels) Featuring Dolby Ditigal 5.1 Creator, The 2.7" Wide1 (16:9) LCD screen the built-in zoom microphone focuses provides exceptional viewing clarity audio recording on your subjects in with improved resolution (211K pixels). sync with the camera's zoom lens, The display rotates up to 270 degrees helping memories ring true with clear for multiple viewing angles, as well as dialogue and crisp, discrete sounds. provides sharp, detailed images for Dolby Digital 5.1ch Recording monitoring or playback. The Record in Dolby Digital 5.1ch surround widescreen format makes shooting in sound with the camcorder's built-in 16:9 mode and composing shots even microphone. Recording in 5.1 channel easier. surround sound allows you to Hybrid Recording to Hard Disk Drive or experience your home movies with Memory Stick Media active sounds coming from all Hybrid recording technology delivers a directions, so you can enjoy your new level of flexibility for transferring personal home movies the way you your video footage and digital photos experienced them while recording. from the camcorder to compatible Dynamic Range Optimizer viewing devices. Record to the Powered by the exclusive Sony's camcorder's internal hard disk drive, or BIONZ high-speed processing engine, choose instead to record to removable D-Range Optimization preserves image Memory Stick Duo media or Memory data in bright highlights, such as Stick PRO Duo media. You can even suppressing "whiteout" in skies. When select from various dubbing functions shooting in backlit settings, D-Range to easily copy video or still images Optimization reveals more detail in from the hard disk drive to Memory shadows, preventing "blackout." As a Stick media -- without using a PC. result, the captured image appears as Images recorded or transferred to natural as the original scene. Memory Stick media can then be played directly on a PS3 or PC to share Easy Handycam Button your memories with friends and family. Using a camcorder can be intimidating for some people. With a press of the Dual Record Easy Handycam Button, most of the While recording video in High Definition advanced features of the camcorder you have the ability to capture still are "locked out," letting you focus only images directly to Memory Stick Duo the buttons essential for recording. media (sold separately). Memory Stick PRO Duo Media Slot ADDITIONAL FEATURES Capture still images directly onto Professional Quality Carl Zeiss VarioMemory Stick PRO Duo media (sold Tessar Lens separately) for easy transfer to PCs for emailing, printing, or sharing with other Active Interface Shoe compatible Memory Stick devices USB 2.0 Interface6 (sold separately). Quick On InfoLITHIUM Battery with AccuPower Missing an important scene can be Meter System frustrating, especially if the reason is Stamina Battery Power Management because your camcorder is turned off. System With the Quick On feature, the touch of a Battery Information single button places that camcorder in Sleep mode. Another push instantly Fader Effects wakes the camcorder, so you'll always Scene Selection Modes be ready to capture special moments. Picture Effects

Specifications

General
Imaging Device: 1/5" ClearVid CMOS sensor (with Exmor technology) Pixel Gross: 2300K Recording Media: 60GB9 Non-Removable Hard Disk Drive, Memory Stick Duo Media, Memory Stick PRO Duo Media Recording and Playback Times: Approximately - HQ: 14 hours, SP: 21 hours, LP 41 hours When using 8GB Memory Stick PRO Duo Media (sold separately): Standard Definition: HQ = up to 115 min., SP = up to 170 min., LP = up to 325 min. Video Actual: 1120K Pixels (4:3), 1490K Pixels (16:9) Still Actual: 1990K Pixels (4:3), 1490K Pixels (16:9) Processor: BIONZ image processo Video Resolution: 720 x 480 Still Picture Resolution: 4 megapixel Headphone Jack: N/A Microphone Input: N/A S-Video Output(s): Included in A/V Remote HDMI Connection Output(s): N/A Audio/Video Remote Terminal: Video/S Video/Audio/LANC Active Interface Shoe: Yes

Display

LCD Screen: 2.7" wide1 (16:9) touch panel Clear Photo LCD Plus display (211k pixels) Viewfinder: N/A

Hardware

Flash: Yes Memory Stick slot: Memory Stick PRO Duo Media Manual / Auto Lens Cover: Auto Assignable Dial: N/A S/S & Zoom button on LCD: Yes
Audio Format: Dolby Digital 5.1 Microphone: Built-in Zoom Microphone

Optics/Lens

35mm Equivalent: 49 - 735mm (4:3 Camera Mode), 40 - 600mm (16:9 Camera Mode) Aperture: F1.8-2.6 Exposure: Touch Panel Filter Diameter: 30mm Focal Distance: 3.1 - 46.5mm Focus: Full range auto / Manual (Touch Panel) Progressive Shutter Mode: Yes Shutter Speed: Auto, 1/30 - 1/250 (Scene Selection Mode) Optical Zoom: 15x Digital Zoom: 180x Lens Type: Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T Minimum Illumination: 8lux (Auto Slow Shutter ON, Shutter Speed 1/30)

Convenience

Memory Stick PRO Media Compatibility: Tested to support up to 8GB media capacity; does not support high speed transfer function; does not support Access Control security function. Face Detection: Yes Hybrid: Yes Hybrid Plus: N/A Quick On: Yes BRAVIA Sync : N/A Dual Record: Yes

Convenience Features

Easy Operation: Yes Multiple Language Display: Yes Slide Show Mode: Yes Scene Mode(s): Auto, Twilight, Candle, Sunrise & Sunset, Fireworks, Landscape, Portrait (Soft Portrait), Spotlight, Sports, Beach, Snow Picture Effect(s): Monotone, Sepia, Pastel Digital Picture Effect(s): Old Movie PictBridge Compatible: Yes Dynamic Range Optimizer: Yes SteadyShot Image Stabilization: O.I.S. Low Light Capability: S-NS White Balance: Auto, Outdoor, Indoor, Onepush (touch panel) Fader Effect(s): Black, White Face Index: Yes Film Roll Index: Yes Photo Capture from Movie: Yes Still Image Mode(s): JPEG Dubbing Button: Yes (Camera body & Handycam Station) USB Streaming: N/A PhotoTVHD: N/A x.v.Color : N/A
Power Consumption: 3.0W (VF/LCD) Battery Type: InfoLITHIUM with AccuPower Meter System (NP-FH60) Power Requirements: 7.2V (battery pack); 8.4V (AC Adaptor)

Service and Warranty Information
Limited Warranty: Limited Warranty --- 1 Year Parts; 90 Days Labor

Software

Operating System Compatibility: Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional, XP Home, XP Professional, Windows Vista Supplied Software: Picture Motion Browser Ver.3.0.00
1. Viewable area measured diagonally. 2. Camcorder captures high definition footage in the AVCHD format. Using the enclosed PC software, 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. 3. DVD media/formats are not universally compatible. 4. HD viewing requires a Sony HD connector cable or HD Cyber-shot Station cradle and HDTV. All sold separately. 5. i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE1394 connection. The i.LINK connection may vary depending on the software applications, operating system and compatible i.LINK devices. All products with an i.LINK connection may not communicate with each other 6. Not all products with USB connectors may communicate with each other due to chipset variations. 7. Actual battery life will vary based on product settings, usage patterns, battery and environmental conditions. 8. Compatible BRAVIA HDTV and special TV settings are required. Further details are available in the BRAVIA TV instruction manual. 9. 60GB means 60 billion bites. Available storage capacity may vary and a portion of the memory is used for data management functions. 10. Requires BRAVIA Sync feature in each product. Please refer to owner's manual to determine compatibility. 2007 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, AccuPower, Advanced HAD, Handycam, i.LINK, InfoLITHIUM, like.no.other, NightShot, PlayStation, Remote Commander, SteadyShot and SwivelScreen are trademarks of Sony. Carl Zeiss and Vario-Tessar are trademarks of Carl Zeiss. PictBridge is a trademark of CIPA. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. PlayStation is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment of America. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners. Features and specifications subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate and may vary. Screen Images Simulated

Dimensions

Weight: 1lb 3oz (560g) with Battery Measurements: 3 1/4 x 3 x 5 1/8 inch (81x76x129mm)

Supplied Accessories

Power Adapter/In-Camera Charger (ACL200) InfoLITHIUM Rechargeable Battery (NP-FH60) Remote Commander Remote Control (RMT-835) Multi A/V Cable (Stereo) USB Cable Application CD-ROM w/ Driver Enjoy Handycam DVD UPC Code: 027242727724

Video Signal System: NTSC color, EIA standards Format(s) Supported: SD (MPEG2)

Inputs and Outputs

LANC Terminal: Accesible via A/V Remote Terminal Analog Audio/Video Output(s): Included (via A/V Remote Terminal) Digital Audio/Video Output(s): N/A USB Port(s): Hi-speed (2.0 compliant) i.LINK Interface: N/A Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Output(s): N/A
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