4-109-555-11(1)

Digital Video Camera Recorder

Operating Guide

DCR-SR35E/SR36E/SR45E/SR46E/SR55E/ SR65E/SR75E/SR85E
For details on the advanced operations, please refer to Handycam Handbook (PDF).

2008 Sony Corporation

DCR-SR35E/SR36E/SR45E/SR46E/SR55E/SR65E/SR75E/SR85E PartNumber: 4-109-555-11(1)

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Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.

3 meters (9.8 feet).

Notice
If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart the application or disconnect and connect the USB cable again.

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.
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-SR55E/SR65E/SR75E/ SR85E)

CAUTION

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

Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR45E, DCR-SR46E 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. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR65E, DCR-SR85E 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.

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DCR-SR65E/SR85E is to be used with the Handycam Station Model DCRA-C200 and AC Adaptor Model AC-L200/L200B.
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.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
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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:

Notes on use

Supplied items The numbers in ( ) are the supplied quantity.
Reorient 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.
AC Adaptor (1) Power cord (Mains lead) (1) Handycam Station (1) (DCR-SR55E/SR65E/ SR75E/SR85E) A/V connecting cable (1) USB cable (1) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (DCRSR55E/SR65E/SR75E/SR85E) A button-type lithium battery is already installed. Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH40 (1) 21-pin adaptor (1) (DCR-SR55E/SR65E/SR75E/ SR85E) mark printed on For the models with the their bottom surfaces only. CD-ROM Handycam Application Software (1) (p. 25) Picture Motion Browser (Software) PMB Guide Handycam Handbook (PDF) Operating Guide (This manual) (1)

90 degrees to the camcorder 90 degrees (max.)

180 degrees (max.)

The 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. Remove the insulation sheet before using the Remote Commander. (DCR-SR55E/SR65E/SR75E/SR85E)

Insulation sheet

Types of Memory Stick you can use with your camcorder
For 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 12 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.
To 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.

On recording

About this manual

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Before 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 a PAL 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.
The LCD screens and indicators shown in this manual were taken with a digital still camera, and may look different from what you actually see. In this Operating Guide, the hard disk and Memory Stick PRO Duo are called media. Unless otherwise specifically indicated, illustrations in this manual are based on DCRSR85E. The screenshots are from Windows Vista, and may vary depending on the operating system of the computer.

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* Refer also to Handycam Handbook (PDF) and PMB Guide.

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Save all your recorded image data
To 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*.

BATT (battery) release lever
All times measured under the following settings: Recording mode: [SP] The LCD backlight turns: [ON] Typical recording time shows the time when you repeat recording start/stop, turning the power on/off and zooming.
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Available running time for the supplied battery pack
Charging time: Approximate time (min.) required to fully charge a completely exhausted battery pack. Recording/Playback time: Approximate time (min.) available when
On the battery pack Before changing the battery pack or removing the AC Adaptor from the camcorder, turn the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) and make (Movie) lamp/ (Still) lamp sure that the (p. 11)/ACCESS lamps (p. 13, 18) is turned off. 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 (DCR-SR55E/SR65E/SR75E/ SR85E), even when the power cord (mains lead) is disconnected from the wall outlet (wall socket).
On the charging/recording/playback time Times measured when using the camcorder at 25C (77 F) (10C to 30C (50 F to 86 F) is recommended). The available recording and playback time will be shorter when you use your camcorder in low temperatures.

Step 2 time

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 outlet (wall socket) when using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (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 source (mains) is still supplied to it while connected to the wall outlet (wall socket) via the AC Adaptor.

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Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time

(HOME) (p. 21)

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. (Movie): To record movies (Still): To record still images Go to step 3 when you turn on your camcorder for the first time.

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 (HOME) (SETTINGS) touching [SOUND/DISP SET] [BEEP] [OFF].
When 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 [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

The media setting screen appears.
3 Select the media you want to set.

Movie Memory Stick Notes

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Still image

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The media is changed.

You 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: DCR-SR35E/SR45E: 10 hours 40 minutes DCR-SR36E/SR46E/SR55E/SR65E: 14 hours 30 minutes DCR-SR75E/SR85E: 21 hours 50 minutes Memory Stick PRO Duo (4 GB) made by Sony Corporation: 80 minutes Check the number of recordable still images on the LCD screen of your camcorder (p. 19).
To confirm the recording media setting
Turn the POWER switch repeatedly to light (Movie)/ (Still) lamp, depending up the on which media setting you want to check. Check the media icon on the screen.
: Hard disk : Memory Stick PRO Duo
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(HOME) (MANAGE MEDIA) tab on the screen.
Inserting the Memory Stick PRO Duo
Prepare a Memory Stick PRO Duo if [MEMORY STICK] has been selected as the media. For types of Memory Stick you can use in your camcorder, see page 5.
1 Insert a Memory Stick PRO Duo. 2 Touch [MOVIE MEDIA SET] to select
the media for movies, and touch [PHOTO MEDIA SET] to select the media for still images.
Open the Memory Stick Duo cover in the direction of the arrow. Insert a Memory Stick PRO Duo into the Memory Stick Duo slot in the right orientation until it clicks. Close the Memory Stick Duo cover.

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2 If you have selected [MEMORY
STICK] as the movie media, turn the POWER switch until the (Movie) lamp lights up.
Do not open the Memory Stick Duo cover while recording. Inserting a Memory Stick PRO Duo forcibly in the wrong direction may cause a malfunction to the Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick Duo slot or image data. If [Failed to create a new Image Database File. It may be possible that there is not enough free space.] appears in step 3, format the Memory Stick PRO Duo. All recorded data on the Memory Stick PRO Duo will be deleted when you format. Be careful not to allow the Memory Stick PRO Duo to pop out and fall when you push on and remove it.
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Recording

The images are recorded on the media selected on the media setting (p. 12). The default setting is hard disk for both movies and still images.
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Flashing Lights up

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1 Slide the LENS COVER switch to open. 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.

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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.
Tips You can check the free media space by touching (HOME) (MANAGE MEDIA) [MEDIA INFO].

The maximum continuous recordable time of movies is approximately 13 hours. When a movie file exceeds 2 GB, the next movie file is created automatically.

Stop (goes INDEX sc

Playback
You can play back images recorded on the media selected in the media setting (p. 12). The default setting is the hard disk.

(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
on. (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.
Touch the tab, and the still image to be played back.
Slide show button Next movie
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Goes to beginning of the scene/ previous movie
Toggles Play or Pause as you touch
time of next movie 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
Connect your camcorder to the input jack of a TV or VCR using the A/V connecting cable (supplied) or an A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO (optional). For details, see Handycam Handbook (PDF).
DCR-SR35E/SR36E/SR45E/SR46E A/V Remote Connector

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Other parts and functions of the camcorder
Buttons, jacks, etc., which are not explained in other chapters, are explained here. put jack necting necting For (PDF).

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playback zoom, the point you touched will be displayed in the center of the displayed frame.

Hook for a shoulder belt Attach the shoulder belt (optional). Remote sensor (DCR-SR55E/SR65E/ SR75E/SR85E)/Infrared port Receives the signal from the Remote Commander. Built-in microphone Zoom buttons Press for zooming in/out. You can magnify still images from about 1.1 to 5 times the original size (Playback zoom).

OUT jack

When you touch the screen during playback zoom, the point you touched will be displayed in the center of the LCD screen.
(DISC BURN) button Create a disc by connecting the camcorder to a computer. For details, see PMB Guide (p. 25).
Handycam Station (DCR-SR55E/SR65E/SR75E/SR85E)
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. (back light) button Press (back light) to display for adjusting the exposure for backlit subjects. Press (back light) again to cancel the backlight function. RESET button Press RESET to initialize all the settings, including the clock setting. Speaker Tripod receptacle (Bottom surface) Attach the tripod (optional: the length of the screw must be less than 5.5 mm (7/32 in.)) to the tripod receptacle using a tripod screw. EASY button Press EASY to display and most
Power zoom lever Move the power zoom lever slightly for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom. You can magnify still images from about 1.1 to 5 times the original size (Playback zoom).
When you touch the screen during

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of the settings are set automatically for easy recording/playback. To cancel, press EASY again. NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch Set the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch to ON ( appears) to record in dark places. QUICK ON button The QUICK ON lamp flashes and your camcorder goes to power saving mode (sleep mode). Press QUICK ON again to start recording next time. Your camcorder returns to recording standby in approximately 1 second. With [QUICK ON STBY], you can set the time when the camcorder turns off in sleep mode. ACCESS lamp (Hard disk) When the ACCESS lamp is lit or flashing, your camcorder is writing/ reading data.

Fader LCD backlight off Drop sensor off Drop sensor activated The media selected for still images
Back light White balance SteadyShot off EXPOSURE / SPOT METER TELE MACRO Face Index

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Tips Indicators and their positions are approximate and differ from what you actually see. See Handycam Handbook (PDF) for details. The recording date and time is recorded automatically on the media. They are not displayed while recording. However, you can check them as [DATA CODE] during playback.

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Performing various functions - OPTION
You can display the menu screen by pressing (HOME) (or )/ (OPTION). For details on the menu items, see Handycam Handbook (PDF) (p. 25).
(HOME) plus ter ecting (HOME)

HOME and

Press (HOME) (or ). Touch (HELP). (HELP) button turns The bottom of the orange.

(OPTION)

Touch the item you want to know about. When you touch an item, its explanation appears on the screen. To apply the selected item, touch [YES].

Using the HOME MENU

You can change the operating settings for your convenience. Press (HOME) (or ) to display the menu screen.

Using the OPTION MENU

The (OPTION) menu appears like the pop-up window that appears when you right-click the mouse on a computer. Touch (OPTION), then the menu items you can set at that moment appears.

Menu items

Category
1 Touch the desired category then
item to change the setting.
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further operation.

Tips If the item is not on the screen, touch / to change the page. To hide the HOME MENU screen, touch. You cannot select or activate simultaneously the grayed items in the current recording/playback situation.
1 Touch the desired tab then item to

change the setting.

2 After completing the setting, touch
To see the explanation of the HOME MENU (HELP)
When the item you want is not on the screen, touch another tab. If you cannot find the item anywhere, the function is not available under the current situation. The (OPTION) menu cannot be used during Easy Handycam operation.

Items of the HOME MENU

(CAMERA) category

MOVIE*1 PHOTO*1

(SETTINGS) category
MOVIE SETTINGS [REC MODE], [NIGHTSHOT LIGHT], [WIDE SELECT], [DIGITAL ZOOM], [STEADYSHOT], [AUTO SLW SHUTTR], [GUIDEFRAME], [ REMAINING SET], [ INDEX SET]*1

is accidentally swallowed, consult a doctor immediately (DCR-SR55E/SR65E/SR75E/ SR85E). If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked: consult your local authorized Sony service facility. wash off any liquid that may have contacted your skin. if any liquid gets in your eyes, wash with plenty of water and consult a doctor.
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.
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.
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.
Insert the battery case back into the Remote Commander until it clicks.

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