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. Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide HDR-SR5/SR7/SR8 For details on the advanced operations, please refer to “Handycam Handbook” (PDF). © 2007 Sony Corporation 3-210-378-11(1). WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. 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. Installation Water and Moisture Do not use power-line operated sets near water – for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.

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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. HDR- Serial No. AC- Serial No. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-SR8 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. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the copyright laws.

Save all your recorded image data. To prevent your image data from being lost, save all your recorded images on external media. It is recommended that you save the image data on a disc such as DVD-R using your computer. Table of Contents IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS.2 Read this first.4 Notes on use. 5 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items.8 Step 2: Charging the battery pack.9 Step 3: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time.11 Changing the language setting.

Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that you have the following items supplied with your camcorder. The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that item supplied. AC Adaptor (1) (p. 9) Power cord (1) (p. 9) Handycam Station (1) (p. Step 2: Charging the battery pack Battery pack DC IN jack You can charge the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (H series) after attaching it to your camcorder. B Notes.

Your camcorder operates only with an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (H series). Connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack on the Handycam Station. To charge the battery pack using only the AC Adaptor Slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG), then connect the AC Adaptor directly to the DC IN jack on the camcorder. POWER switch With the v mark on the right DC plug Available running time for the supplied battery pack. Step 3: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time Touch the button on the LCD screen. While pressing the green button, slide 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. Step 4: Preparing for recording Adjusting the LCD panel Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play (2).

190 degrees to the camcorder 290 degrees (max.) DISP/BATT INFO 2180 degrees (max.) Adjusting the Viewfinder (HDR. Recording/Playback Recording POWER switch C START/STOP A (HOME) B (p.

22) EASY F Slide the POWER switch C until the respective lamp lights up. Press the green button only when the POWER switch C is in the OFF (CHG) position. ( )); HDR-SR5: 480 (4.0M) HDR-SR7/SR8: 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 and the recording media.

The number of recordable images varies depending on the image quality or the image size. Playback (VIEW IMAGES) A (Film Roll Index) B 1 Returns to the recording screen 2 Previous 6 images 3 Next 6 images 4 Returns to the recording screen 5 Displays movies with HD (high definition) image quality. Slide the POWER switch D to turn on your camcorder. (VIEW IMAGES) C (or A).

To adjust the sound volume of movies When playing back a movie, touch (OPTION) t tab t VOLUME, then adjust the volume with z Tips. When playback from the selected movie reaches the last movie, the screen returns to the INDEX screen.

Parts and functions used for the camcorder The numbers in ( ) are reference pages. Handycam Station 1 Power zoom lever To use the zoom, move the power zoom lever.

Move the power zoom lever slightly for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom. 5 Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (12) (HDR-SR7/SR8) 6 ACCESS lamp (Hard disk) When the ACCESS lamp is lit or flashing, your camcorder is writing/reading data. (flash) button You can select the settings for the flash. 8 REMOTE jack Connect other optional accessories.

9 DC IN jack (9) 0 Hook for a shoulder belt Attach the shoulder belt (optional). (Film Roll Index) button (15) eg DISP/BATT INFO button You can switch the screen display when you press while the power is set to on.

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When you press while the power is set to OFF (CHG), you can check the remaining battery. Indicators displayed during recording/playback Recording movies Recording still images Viewing movies Viewing still images A Recording quality (HD/SD) and Recording mode (XP/HQ/SP/LP) B HOME button C Remaining battery (approx.) D Recording status (STBY (standby) or REC (recording)) E Counter (hour/minute/second) F OPTION button G Dual Rec H VIEW IMAGES button. X VISUAL INDEX button Indicators when you made changes Following indicators appear during recording/playback to indicate the settings of your camcorder. Upper left Center Bottom Upper left Indicator Meaning 5.1ch surround recording/playback Self-timer recording Flash, REDEYE REDUC MICREF LEVEL low WIDE SELECT Center Indicator. Performing various functions - “ “ OPTION” (HOME) B (HOME) A Using the HOME MENU You can change the recording functions and the operating settings for your convenience. For details, see “Handycam Handbook” (PDF). Turn on your camcorder, then (HOME) A (or B).

Press Category Touch the desired category. b Notes. 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 tabs and items that appear on the screen depend on the recording/playback status of your camcorder at the time.

SOUND/DISP SET. VOLUME., BEEP. BRIGHT, LCD BL LEVEL, LCD COLOR, VF B.LIGHT.

OUTPUT SETTINGS TV TYPE, DISP OUTPUT, COMPONENT CLOCK/ LANG CLOCK SET. SET, SUMMERTIMELANGUAGE SET.

GENERAL SET DEMO MODE, REC LAMP, CALIBRATION, A.SHUT OFF, REMOTE CTRL, DROP SENSOR You can set these items also during Easy Handycam operation (p. Saving images 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. Enjoying with a computer Viewing “Handycam Handbook” (PDF) For details on using your camcorder, see “Handycam Handbook” (PDF). To view “Handycam Handbook” (PDF), you need to install Adobe Reader on your computer.

For Windows users Turn on the computer. Place the CD-ROM (supplied) in the disc drive of your computer. The supplied software “Picture Motion Browser” is not supported by Macintosh computers. To use a Macintosh computer connected to your camcorder, see the following website for details. Ms/us/ System requirements When using “Picture Motion Browser” OS: Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional. DVD burner (CD-ROM drive is necessary for installation) b Notes.

Even in a computer environment where the operations are guaranteed, frames may be dropped from movies with HD (high definition) image quality, resulting in uneven playback. However, imported images and images on discs created subsequently will not be affected. 2 Set the camcorder onto the Handycam Station, then slide the POWER switch to turn on. 3 Connect the (USB) jack of the Handycam Station to the the computer using the supplied USB cable. 4 Touch COMPUTER on the LCD screen of your camcorder. Operating “Picture Motion Browser” After you install the software, shortcut icons for “Picture Motion Browser” and “Picture Motion Browser Guide” are created on the desktop.

For the basic operation of “Picture Motion Browser,” see “Picture Motion Browser Guide.” Double-click to start “Picture Motion Browser.”. 2 Click Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device. 3 Click OK (Windows 2000 only). 4 Touch END on the screen of your camcorder.

5 Touch YES on the screen of your camcorder. 6 Disconnect the USB cable from the Handycam Station and the computer. 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. For the symptoms of your camcorder, see “Handycam Handbook”. (HDR-SR7/SR8) or on the LCD screen, check the following.

You can fix some symptoms 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. (Warning on the hard disk of the camcorder). Fast flashing.

An error may have occurred with the hard disk drive in your camcorder. (Warning on the hard disk of the camcorder). Fast flashing. The hard disk of the camcorder is fully recorded. If any solid object or liquid gets inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any further. Avoid rough handling, disassembling, modifying, physical shock, or impact such as hammering, dropping or stepping on the product.

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. Industries Association). Files in this format can have additional information such as your camcorder’s setting information at the time of recording. The unique pixel array of Sony’s ClearVid CMOS sensor and image processing system (new Enhanced Imaging Processor) allows for still image resolution equivalent to the sizes described. Input/Output connectors Audio/Video output 10-pin connector Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms) Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms) Chrominance signal: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms) Audio signal: 327 mV (at load impedance 47 kΩ (kilohms)), Output impedance with less than 2.2 kΩ.

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