Hard Disk Drive Camcorder - 30GB5

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DCR-SR42

Youre always making memories. So dont stop capturing them. The DCR-SR42 Handycam camcorder contains a 30 GB built-in Hard Disk Drive (HDD) storage and up to 20 hours of recording time (LP). A generous 2.5" Touch Panel LCD Monitor keeps all the controls at your fingertips while a 40x Optical/2000x Digital Zoom keeps all the action up close and personal. And when it comes time to share your memories, it couldnt be easier with the One Touch DVD Burn capability and the Memory Stick Duo media slot. The DCR-SR42 puts the simplicity back into shoot and sharing your videos.
1/6" Advanced HAD CCD Imager, 680K Pixels Gross 1/6" Advanced HAD (Hole Accumulation Diode) CCD with 340K (effective) pixels provides stunning detail and clarity with exceptional video (up to 500 lines of horizontal resolution) and still image performance. 40X Optical/2000X Digital Zoom The optical zoom helps to bring the action close up from far away. In addition, the Digital Zoom interpolation means that extreme digital zooming is clearer, with less distortion than previous types of digital zooms. Professional Quality Carl ZeissVarioTessarLens Carl Zeiss lenses have an advanced optical multi-layer coating for increased contrast. This results in vivid image brilliance, true-tolife color saturation and perfect renditions of subtle tones. 2.5" Touch Panel SwivelScreen LCD Display (123K Pixels)4 The 2.5" LCD screen provides excellent viewing clarity. The high resolution 123K pixel LCD screen rotates up to 270 degrees for multiple viewing angles providing sharp, detailed images for monitoring or playback. HandycamStation Simply placing the camcorder on the supplied Handycam Station cradle provides quick connections to a compatible TV for viewing or a PC for editing and sharing, all while charging the battery so your camcorder is always ready to go. Memory Stick Duo Media Slot6 Capture still images up to 640x 480 resolution, directly ont oMemory Stic Duo media for easy transfer to PCs for emailing, printing or sharing with other compatible Memory Stick media devices. Super SteadyShotPicture Stabilization System An advanced version of Sony's SteadyShot system that controls an even higher range of shake and vibration frequencies, to achieve an even higher level of smoothness without degradation of video like some other image stabilization systems. On Screen Zoom and Record Buttons For additional control of the camcorder, the DCR-SR42 features Zoom and Record buttons on the frame of the LCD screen. This allows the user more flexibility when holding the camcorder, especially in overhead or low angle shots. USB 2.0 Interface3 USB 2.0 interface provides an easy way to connect your Hard Disk Handycam Camcorder to the computer for fast transfer of video and still images to your computer for editing. The camcorder can also be used as an external storage device, convenient for archiving, storing and trasporting your videos and still images. DVDirectCompatibility The DVDirect system allows for easy transfer to a stand-alone DVD Burner via USB 2.0. The VRD-VC30 allows for easy transfer of video for DVD Burning. While the VRD-MC3 allows for seamless transfer of both Video and Still images for archiving on a DVD. Easy PC Backup Easily back up your footage to your PC using the supplied software. The footage will be stored on your PC's hard drive for archiving purposes and viewing at a later time; the footage is stored by date allowing for quick access. In addition, only new footage is transferred to your PC each time you Backup your footage. One Touch Disc Burn Easily burn a DVD copy of your footage using the supplied software. Simply connect your DCR-SR42 to your PC via the Handycam Station and supplied USB3 cable and press the One Touch Disc Burn button. HDD Smart Protection A unique Shock Absorber protects the Hard Disk Drive from physical damage if the unit is dropped. When the 3G Sensor detects a drop (loss of gravity) the power to the Hard Disk Drive is turned off in order to prevent damage; during this time the DCR-SR42 remains powered on and recording video to the built-in buffer. Once the unit has recovered from the drop the buffrer is then recorded to the Hard Disk Drive. Super NightShotPlus Infrared System With Sony's Super NightShot Infrared System you can capture natual looking video, even when shooting in low light. Record subjects up to 20 feet away using the built-in infrared system, but without the overall monochrome color common with earlier low-light recording systems. ADDITIONAL FEATURES Manual Focus Scene Selection Modes Picture Effects Fader Effects Battery Information Easy Handycam Button InfoLithium Battery with AccuPower Meter System Tele Macro Function Multi-Language Menu

Specifications

General
Imaging Device: 1/6" 680K Gross Pixels CCD Pixel Gross: 680K Recording Media: 30GB5 Hard Disk Drive Recording and Playback Times: Approximately - HQ: 7 hours, SP: 10 hours, LP 20 hours Video Actual: 260K Pixels Still Actual: 340K Pixels

Optics/Lens

35mm Equivalent: 39-1560mm (16:9 Camera Mode), 36-1440mm (4:3 Camera Mode), 36-1440mm (4:3 Memory Mode) Aperture: f1.8-4.1 Exposure: Touch Panel (32 steps) Filter Diameter: 30mm Focal Distance: 1.9-76mm; Telemacro Mode - 430mm Focus: Full Range Auto/Manual (Touch Panel) Progressive Shutter Mode: N/A Shutter Speed: Auto, 1/60-1/4000 (Scene Selection Mode) Optical Zoom: 40X Digital Zoom: 2000X Resolution: VGA
Dolby Digital Output: N/A Recording System: Dolby Digital AC3 (2 Channel)

Convenience

USB Streaming: N/A SteadyShot Image Stabilization: Yes (Super; Electronic) Accessory Shoe: N/A White Balance: Auto, Indoor, One-push, Outdoor Memory Stick PRO Media Compatibility: Tested to support up to 4GB media capacity; does not support high speed transfer function; does not support Access Control Security function. Still Image Mode(s): JPEG Minimum Illumination: 3 Lux (0 Lux with Super NightShot Plus Infrared System) Low Light Capability: Super NightShot Plus
Power Consumption: 2.6W (LCD) Battery Type: InfoLithium with AccuPower Meter System (NP-FH40) Power Requirements: 7.2V (battery pack); 8.4V (AC Adaptor)
Service and Warranty Information
Limited Warranty: 1 Year Parts; 90 Days Labor

Software

Operating System Compatibility: Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional, XP Home, XP Professional Supplied Software: Picture Motion Browswer ver. 2.0

Convenience Features

Easy Operation: Yes Fader Effects: Black, White Multiple Language Display: Yes Slide Show Mode: Yes Titling: N/A Light/Flash: N/A Scene Mode(s): Beach, Candle, Fireworks, Landscape, Portrait, Snow, Sports Lesson, Spotlight, Sunrise & Sunset and Twilight Picture Effect(s): Monotone, Pastel, Sepia Digital Picture Effect(s): Old Movie PictBridge Compatible: Yes

Video Recording System: NTSC color, EIA standards Analog-to-Digital Converter: N/A Format(s) Supported: MPEG2 (SD)

Dimensions

Weight: 13 oz (380g) with suppied battery Measurements: 2 7/8" x 2 7/8" x 4 5/8" (73x71x115mm)

Supplied Accessories

Power Adapter/In Camera Charger (AC-L200) Rechargeable InfoLithium Battery (NP-FH40) Handycam Station A/V Cable USB Cable Enjoy Handycam DVD

Inputs and Outputs

Analog Audio/Video Input(s): N/A Analog Audio/Video Output(s): Yes (Multi A/V) Digital Audio/Video Input(s): Yes (via USB) Digital Audio/Video Output(s): Yes (via USB) USB Port(s): Yes; 2.0 Compliant (Handycam Station)3 Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Output(s): N/A Headphone Jack: N/A Microphone Input: N/A Remote Jack: N/A S-Video Input(s): N/A S-Video Output(s): Yes (via optional accessory)

Optional Accessories

A/V Cable with S-Video (VMC-30FS) DVDirect - Video Only (VRD-VC30) DVDirect - Video and Still (VRD-MC3) UPC Code: 000000000000
1. Actual battery life may vary based on product settings, usage patterns, battery and environmental conditions. Designed for use with compatible Sony InfoLithium batteries. 2. Image size and files size may vary based upon the type and complexity of the image recorded. 3. Not all products with USB 2.0 connector may communicate with each other due to chipset variations. 4. Viewable area measured diagonally. 5. 30GB means 30 Billion bytes. Available storage capacity may vary and a portion of the memory is used for data management functions. 6. Available storage capacity of Memory Stick and Memory Stick PRO media may vary. A portion of the memory is used for data management fucntions. Actual available memory in MBs is: 8MB=7.5, 16=15, 32=30, 64=61, 128=123, 256=220, 512=460, 1GB=940, 2GB=1.85GB, 4GB=3.66GB. 2007 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, AccuPower, Advanced HAD, Handycam, InfoLithium, like.no.other, NightShot, 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. 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

Hardware

LCD: 2.5" Touch Panel SwivelScreen LCD Display (123K Pixels)4 Lens Type: Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Viewfinder: N/A Docking Station: Yes; Handycam Station Microphone: Yes (Built-in; Stereo)

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Last Updated: 12/19/2006