Page 1: User Guide
Getting started Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about the camcorder. Recording Playback Saving images with a PC Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 2: Operation Search
Top page > Operation Search Operation Search Operation Search Before use Operation Search Getting started Search by operation Recording Back to top Playback Saving images with a PC Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 3: Before Use
Maintenance and precautions Notes before using the camcorder under/near water Notes on using the camcorder under/near water Contents list Cleaning after using the camcorder under/near water About the message displayed on the screen Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 4: Getting Started
Turning the power on, and setting the date and time Troubleshooting Turning the power on, and setting the date and time Maintenance and precautions Preparing the recording media Contents list Selecting a recording medium Inserting a memory card Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 5 Saving images with a PC Useful functions for recording images Customizing your camcorder Zooming Troubleshooting Intelligent Auto Maintenance and precautions Recording the selected subject clearly (Face Priority) Using the GPS function (HDR-GW77V) Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 6: Highlight Playback
Maintenance and precautions Converting Highlight Playback scenes or Highlight Scenarios to standard definition image quality (STD) (Highlight Movie) Contents list Playing images on a TV Connecting the camcorder to a TV Using “BRAVIA” Sync Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 7 Saving images with a PC Before use Using the “PlayMemories Home” software Getting started Starting the “PlayMemories Home” software Recording Back to top Playback Saving images with a PC Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 8: Customizing Your Camcorder
"Handycam" User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder Operation Search Customizing your camcorder Before use Using menu items Getting started Setting up menu items Recording Shooting Mode Playback Movie Saving images with a PC Photo Smth Slw REC (Smooth slow rec) Customizing your camcorder Golf Shot Troubleshooting...
Page 9: Playback Function
Disc Burn Beep LCD Brightness Your Location (HDR-GW77V) Airplane Mode GPS Setting (HDR-GW77V) Language Setting Power Save Initialize Demo Mode Date & Time Setting Area Setting Auto Clock ADJ (HDR-GW77V) Auto Area ADJ (HDR-GW77V) Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 10: Troubleshooting
Playing back images stored on memory card on other devices Contents list Editing movies/photos on your camcorder Playback on the TV Copying/Connecting to other devices Connecting to a computer Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators Self-diagnosis display Warning Indicators Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 11: Maintenance And Precautions
Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack Expected recording time of movies Expected number of recordable photos Bit-rate and recording pixels Using your camcorder abroad Using your camcorder abroad On trademarks On trademarks Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 12: Operation Search
"Handycam" User Guide Search Print Top page > Contents list Operation Search Contents list Before use Getting started Operation Search Recording Operation Search Search by operation Playback Back to top Saving images with a PC Customizing your camcorder Before use Troubleshooting How to use this User Guide Maintenance and precautions...
Page 13 Recording movies Shooting photos Screen indicators during recording To record in mirror mode Useful functions for recording images Zooming Intelligent Auto Recording the selected subject clearly (Face Priority) Using the GPS function (HDR-GW77V) Back to top Playback Playback Playing movies and photos from the Event View screen Playing movies and photos from a map (HDR-GW77V) Dividing a movie Capturing a photo from a movie...
Page 14 Exposure Focus Low Lux Scene Selection Fader Self-Timer Tele Macro SteadyShot (movie) SteadyShot (photo) Digital Zoom Auto Back Light Face Detection Smile Shutter Smile Sensitivity Flash Flash Level Red Eye Reduction Blt-in Zoom Mic Wind Noise Reduct. Micref Level (Microphone reference level) My Button Guide Frame Display Setting...
Page 15 Empty Music TV Type HDMI Resolution CTRL FOR HDMI (Control for HDMI) USB Connect USB Connect Setting USB Power Supply USB LUN Setting Disc Burn Beep LCD Brightness Your Location (HDR-GW77V) Airplane Mode GPS Setting (HDR-GW77V) Language Setting Power Save Initialize Demo Mode Date &...
Page 16 Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack Expected recording time of movies Expected number of recordable photos Bit-rate and recording pixels Using your camcorder abroad Using your camcorder abroad On trademarks On trademarks Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 17: Search By Operation
"Handycam" User Guide Search Print Top page > Operation Search > Operation Search > Search by operation Operation Search Search by operation Before use Getting started Setting the date and time Recording Date & Time Setting Area Setting Playback Auto Clock ADJ (HDR-GW77V) Saving images with a PC Identifying part names Customizing your camcorder...
Page 18: Capturing Photos During Movie Recording
Enjoying a digest of your movies (Highlight Playback) Playing images on a TV Connecting the camcorder to a TV Editing movies and photos Capturing a photo from a movie Dividing a movie Delete Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 19: How To Use This User Guide
"Handycam" User Guide Search Print Top page > Before use > How to use this User Guide > How to use this User Guide Operation Search How to use this User Guide Before use Getting started Selecting a topic to display Recording Searching a topic by keyword Returning to a previous page...
Page 20: Searching A Topic By Keyword
Changing the font size Change the font size by changing the setting of your web browser. For how to change the font size setting, refer to the Help of your web browser. Searching a topic by keyword Enter the keyword in the search window, then click the [Search] button. Returning to a previous page Use the back button of your web browser or the breadcrumb trail navigation (A) to return to a page you previously viewed.
Page 21: Marks And Notations Used In This User Guide
Printing out a page Click the [Print] button to print out a page you are viewing. Marks and notations used in this User Guide ) (A). In this User Guide, the sequence of operations is shown by arrows ( Operate the camcorder in the order indicated.
Page 22 Icons in the operating procedure sentences appear when the camcorder is in its default settings. The default setting is indicated by Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 23 And, the illustrations of your camcorder and its screen indication are exaggerated or simplified for understandability. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 24: Parts And Controls
"Handycam" User Guide Search Print Top page > Before use > Parts and controls/Screen indicators > Parts and controls Operation Search Parts and controls Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with a PC Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list GPS antenna (HDR-GW77V) Built-in microphone...
Page 25 MODE button PHOTO button START/STOP button (Movie)/ (Photo) lamp W (Wide) zoom button T (Telephoto) zoom button Memory card access lamp While the lamp is lit or flashing, the camcorder is reading or writing data. Memory card slot CHG (charge) lamp (USB) jack HDMI OUT jack Tripod receptacle...
Page 26 Speaker Cover lock lever Battery slot Battery release lever Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 27: Screen Indicators
"Handycam" User Guide Search Print Top page > Before use > Parts and controls/Screen indicators > Screen indicators Operation Search Screen indicators Before use Getting started Left Recording Center Playback Right Saving images with a PC Bottom Customizing your camcorder The following indicators appear when you change the settings.
Page 28 Destination Intelligent Auto (face detection/scene detection/camera-shake detection) Center Indicator Meaning Slideshow Set Warning Playback mode Right Indicator Meaning Recording image quality (HD/STD), frame rate (60p/60i) and recording mode (PS/FX/FH/HQ/LP) Recording/playback/editing media 0:00:00 Counter (hour:minute:second) 00min Estimated recording remaining time Photo size 20.4M Playback folder 100/112...
Page 29 Indicators and their positions are approximate and may differ from what you actually see. Some indicators may not appear, depending on your camcorder model. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 30 Sometimes water-proof performance is lost if the camcorder is subjected to a strong shock such as from being dropped. We recommend the camcorder be inspected at an authorized repair shop for a fee. Accessories supplied do not meet water-proof, dust-proof, and shock-proof specifications. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 31 Before opening the cover, perform the procedure described in “Cleaning after using the camcorder under/near water”. Open the battery/memory card/jack cover with the camcorder completely dry. Always confirm that the battery/memory card/jack cover has been securely locked. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 32 (Underwater) in Scene Selection to shoot underwater with less distortion. Contents list If water drops or other foreign matter is present on the lens, you will not be able to record clear images. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 33 To maintain the water-proof performance, we recommend that once a year you take the camcorder to your dealer, or to an authorized repair shop, to have the sealing gasket of the battery/memory card/jack cover replaced for a fee. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 34 This does not indicate a malfunction of the camcorder. Contents list It displays a message that you should confirm before use to maintain the waterproof performances. Touch the area the message is displayed in order to erase the message. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 35: Supplied Items
The “PlayMemories Home” (Lite Version) software and “PlayMemories Home” Help Guide are pre- installed in this camcorder. “Expanded Feature” of the “PlayMemories Home” software can be downloaded from the web. To attach the Wrist strap A: Loop for the Wrist strap Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 36: Charging The Battery Pack Using The Ac Adaptor
"Handycam" User Guide Search Print Top page > Getting started > Charging the battery pack > Charging the battery pack using the AC Adaptor Operation Search Before use Charging the battery pack using the AC Adaptor Getting started Charging time Recording To remove the battery pack Playback...
Page 37: Charging Time
You cannot insert any battery pack other than an NP-BG1 (supplied) or NP-FG1 (sold separately) into your camcorder. You cannot use a Sony CP-AH2R, CP-AL, or AC-UP100 portable power supply device (sold separately) to charge camcorder. In the default setting, the LCD screen turns dark if you do not operate the camcorder for about 1 minute, and the power turns off if you do not opearate the camcorder for 2 minutes, to save battery power ([Power Save]).
Page 38 Your camcorder cannot display the remaining battery life in minutes using the “InfoLITHIUM” battery. Related topics Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack Using your camcorder abroad [Power Save] Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 39: Charging The Battery Pack Using Your Computer
"Handycam" User Guide Search Print Top page > Getting started > Charging the battery pack > Charging the battery pack using your computer Operation Search Before use Charging the battery pack using your computer Getting started Charging time Recording To remove the battery pack Playback On the power supply Saving images with a PC...
Page 40 Charging time Approximately 200 minutes required when you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack with your computer. The charging times shown in the table above are measured when charging the camcorder at a temperature of 25 °C (77 °F). It is recommended that you charge the battery in a temperature range of 10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F).
Page 41 Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 42: Charging The Battery Pack Abroad
Do not use an electronic voltage transformer. Saving images with a PC Customizing your camcorder Related topics Troubleshooting Charging the battery pack using the AC Adaptor Maintenance and precautions Charging the battery pack using your computer Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 43 "Handycam" User Guide Search Print Top page > Getting started > Turning the power on, and setting the date and time > Turning the power on, and setting the date and time Operation Search Before use Turning the power on, and setting the date and time Getting started To change the language setting Recording...
Page 44 In this case, set [Auto Clock ADJ ] and [Auto Area ADJ] to [Off] (HDR-GW77V). Related topics To set the date and time again: [Date & Time Setting] Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 45: Selecting A Recording Medium
Contents list Notes You cannot select a different recording medium for movies and for photos. Related topics Screen indicators during recording Expected recording time of movies Expected number of recordable photos Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 46: Inserting A Memory Card
"Handycam" User Guide Search Print Top page > Getting started > Preparing the recording media > Inserting a memory card Operation Search Inserting a memory card Before use Getting started Types of memory card you can use with your camcorder Recording To eject the memory card Playback...
Page 47: To Eject The Memory Card
Do not insert any memory card other than those that fit into the memory card slot. If you do, it may cause a malfunction. When inserting or ejecting the memory card, be careful so that the memory card does not pop out and drop. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 48: Recording Movies
"Handycam" User Guide Search Print Top page > Recording > Recording > Recording movies Operation Search Recording movies Before use Getting started To record clear images Recording To display items on the LCD screen Playback In the default setting, movies and photos are recorded on the internal memory. Movies are recorded with Saving images with a PC high definition image quality (HD).
Page 49 Related topics Expected recording time of movies [Media Select] To display items on the LCD screen all the time: [Display Setting] Recordable time, remaining capacity: [Media Info] Zooming Screen indicators during recording Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 50: Shooting Photos
When the focus is adjusted properly, AE/AF lock indicator appears on the LCD screen. Notes The flash does not work while the (Movie) lamp is lit. Related topics Screen indicators during recording Zooming Expected number of recordable photos [Flash] To change the image size: [Image Size] Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 51: Screen Indicators During Recording
"Handycam" User Guide Search Print Top page > Recording > Recording > Screen indicators during recording Operation Search Screen indicators during recording Before use Getting started Described here are icons for both movie recording and photo recording modes. Recording Playback Saving images with a PC Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting...
Page 52 Setting up menu items Intelligent Auto Using the GPS function (HDR-GW77V) Recording the selected subject clearly (Face Priority) Button] Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 53: To Record In Mirror Mode
Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Using [Self-portrait 1 Person] or [Self-portrait 2 People] of the [ Self-Timer] setting will reduce camera shake when shooting photos in mirror mode. Related topics [Self-Timer] Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 54 You can magnify images up to 10 times using optical zooming in the following cases: When [ SteadyShot] is set to other than [Active] When the (Photo) is lit. Related topics Further zooming: [Digital Zoom] Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 55: Intelligent Auto
To record images brighter than that of when using the Intelligent Auto function Select [Camera/Mic] Manual Settings] [Low Lux]. Notes The camcorder may not detect the expected scene or subject, depending on the recording conditions. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 56 Make sure to set the [Face Detection] setting to other than [Off] ([Auto] is the default setting). To record subjects other than people (Tracking focus) Touch the subject you want to record. Your camcorder adjusts the focus automatically. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 57 "Handycam" User Guide Search Print Top page > Recording > Useful functions for recording images > Using the GPS function (HDR- GW77V) Operation Search Before use Using the GPS function (HDR-GW77V) Getting started If you do not want to record location information Recording To obtain a map of the current location (triangulating priority mode) Playback...
Page 58 Notes It may take a while before the camcorder starts triangulating. Use the GPS function outdoors and in open areas, as the radio signals can best be received in such areas. The map always displays the north at the top. To obtain a map of the current location (triangulating priority mode) This feature is useful for checking a map of your current location while traveling.
Page 59: Hints For Better Reception
When the camcorder succeeds in triangulating your location, the triangulating gauge turns to green. How to check the GPS satellite icons/triangulating gauge The color of the GPS satellite icons and the triangulating gauge change according to the current status of triangulation. GPS satellite icons/triangulating Status gauge...
Page 60 Related topics Locations or situations where radio signals cannot be received: About GPS (HDR-GW77V) Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 61: Playing Movies And Photos From The Event View Screen
"Handycam" User Guide Search Print Top page > Playback > Playback > Playing movies and photos from the Event View screen Operation Search Playing movies and photos from the Event View screen Before use Getting started Screen display on the Event View screen Recording To play back images with other devices Playback...
Page 62: Screen Display On The Event View Screen
Volume Previous/Next Delete Fast-reverse/fast-forward Context Play/Pause Stop Play/stop slide show Some buttons described above may not appear, depending on the image being played back. As you repeat selecting during playback, movies are played as fast as about 5 times about 10 times about 30 times about 60 times.
Page 63 Standard definition image quality (STD) movies recorded on SD memory cards cannot be played on AV equipment of other manufacturers. Notes To prevent your image data from being lost, save all your recorded images on external media periodically. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 64 "Handycam" User Guide Search Print Top page > Playback > Playback > Playing movies and photos from a map (HDR-GW77V) Operation Search Playing movies and photos from a map (HDR-GW77V) Before use Getting started When you use the map data for the first time Recording Screen display on the Map View To play back images with other devices...
Page 65 5. Select the appropriate buttons on the LCD screen for various playback operations. Volume Previous/Next Delete Fast-reverse/fast-forward Context Play/Pause Stop Play/stop slide show Some buttons described above may not appear, depending on the image being played back. As you repeat selecting during playback, movies are played as fast as about 5 times about 10 times about 30 times...
Page 66 Also, you may not be able to play back images recorded on other devices with your camcorder. Standard definition image quality (STD) movies recorded on SD memory cards cannot be played on AV equipment of other manufacturers. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 67: Dividing A Movie
Do not eject the memory card while dividing images from the memory card. If you divide movies that are included in saved scenarios, the scenarios will also be deleted. Related topics [Delete] Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 68: Capturing A Photo From A Movie
The recording date and time of captured photos is the same as the recording date and time of the movies. If the movie you are capturing from has no data code, the recording date and time of the photo will be the date and time you captured from the movie. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 69 "Handycam" User Guide Search Print Top page > Playback > Highlight Playback > Enjoying a digest of your movies (Highlight Playback) Operation Search Enjoying a digest of your movies (Highlight Playback) Before use Getting started Enhancing the Highlight Playback experience Recording To change the settings for Highlight Playback Playback...
Page 70 [Highlight Point], the point can take effect on the Map View also (HDR-GW77V). When you connect the camcorder to an external device, such as a TV, and watch Highlight Playback, these images do not appear on the LCD screen of the camcorder. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 71 [Erase]/[Erase All] while playing the scenario. Notes When you connect the camcorder to an external device, such as a TV, and watch Highlight Scenario, these images do not appear on the LCD screen of the camcorder. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 72: To Play Back A Highlight Movie
B: Your camcorder plays the Highlight Movie saved. To play back a Highlight Movie 1. Select [Playback Function] [Highlight Movie] and select the desired Highlight Movie. To erase Highlight Movie, select while the Highlight Movie is playing. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 73: Connecting The Camcorder To A Tv
Connect the camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor and the USB cable. [Details] When movies are recorded with standard image quality (STD), they are played back in standard definition image quality (STD) even on a high definition TV. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 74: Using "Bravia" Sync
The operation of “BRAVIA” Sync differs according to each model of BRAVIA. Refer to the instruction manual of your TV for details. Contents list If you turn off the TV, your camcorder is turned off simultaneously. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 75 2. Double-click the ““PlayMemories Home” Help Guide” short-cut icon on the computer screen to see Maintenance and precautions how to use “PlayMemories Home.” Contents list If the icon is not displayed on the computer screen, click [Start] [All Programs] [PlayMemories Home] the desired item. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 76: Setting Up Menu Items
"Handycam" User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Using menu items > Setting up menu items Operation Search Setting up menu items Before use Getting started To find a menu item quickly Recording When you cannot select a menu item Playback The camcorder has various menu items under each of 6 menu categories.
Page 77 When you select the grayed out menu item, your camcorder displays the reason why you cannot select the menu item or the instruction of under which condition you can set the menu item. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 78 Operation Search Movie Before use Getting started You can select the movie recording mode. Recording [Shooting Mode] [Movie]. Playback Saving images with a PC Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Back to top Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 79 Operation Search Photo Before use Getting started You can select the photo shooting mode. Recording [Shooting Mode] [Photo]. Playback Saving images with a PC Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Back to top Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 80 The camcorder records a movie of approximately 3 seconds before the START/STOP button is pressed. Notes You cannot record sound. Image quality is not as good as that of normal recording. REC Mode] will be set to [Standard ] automatically. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 81: Golf Shot
"Handycam" User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Shooting Mode > Golf Shot Operation Search Golf Shot Before use Getting started Timing that the camcorder starts recording Recording To check your form using self-timer Playback Divides 2 seconds of fast movement into frames which are then recorded as a movie and photos. You Saving images with a PC can view a series of movement when playing back, which is convenient in cases such as checking golf swing or tennis form.
Page 82 The image recorded may be noisy when your camcorder has failed to analyze the shot properly because there may be movement in background of the [Golf Shot] recording screen. It is recommended that you record images under stable conditions (for example, using a tripod). Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 83 "Handycam" User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Shooting Mode > iSweep Panorama Operation Search iSweep Panorama Before use Getting started To select the image size of the photo taken by iSweep Panorama Recording Tips on shooting panoramic photos Playback You can make a panoramic photo by taking multiple photos as you sweep the camcorder and combining Saving images with a PC...
Page 84 For taking a good panoramic photo, it is also important to keep sufficient distance between the subject and the background or to shoot in bright places such as outdoors. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 85: White Balance
"Handycam" User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > White Balance Operation Search White Balance Before use Getting started You can adjust the color balance to the recording environment. Recording Playback Saving images with a PC Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting [Camera/Mic]...
Page 86 Set [White Balance] to [Auto] or adjust the color in [One Push] under white or cool white fluorescent lamps. While you are recording a movie, (One Push) cannot be set. If you set [White Balance], [Scene Selection] is set to [Auto]. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 87 2. Touch the subject of which you want to adjust the brightness and focus. Contents list To adjust the brightness and focus automatically, touch [Auto]. Notes [Exposure] and [Focus] are automatically set to [Manual]. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 88 Maintenance and precautions Contents list 2. Touch the subject of which you want to adjust the exposure. To return the setting to automatic exposure, touch [Auto]. Notes [Exposure] is automatically set to [Manual]. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 89: Spot Focus
Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions 2. Touch the subject of which you want to adjust the focus. Contents list To adjust the focus automatically, touch [Auto]. Notes [Focus] is automatically set to [Manual]. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 90 2. Select the desired item. Auto The exposure is adjusted automatically. Manual Select if the subject is white or the backlight is bright, or select if the subject is black or the light is dim. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 91: To Adjust The Focus
"Handycam" User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > Focus Operation Search Focus Before use Getting started To adjust the focus Recording On focal distance information Playback You can adjust the focus manually. You can select this function also when you want to focus on a Saving images with a PC certain subject intentionally.
Page 92 1 cm (about 13/32 in.) for wide angle and about 80 cm (about 31 1/2 in.) for telephoto. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 93 Saving images with a PC Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions 2. Select the desired item. Contents list The Low Lux function is not used. On ( ) The Low Lux function is used. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 94: Scene Selection
"Handycam" User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > Scene Selection Operation Search Scene Selection Before use Getting started You can record images effectively in various situations. Recording [Camera/Mic] Camera Settings] [Scene Selection]. Playback Saving images with a PC Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions...
Page 95 Adjusted not to focus on subjects a short distance away. Notes Even if you set [Night Portrait], the setting changes to [Auto] when the (Movie) lamp is lit. If you set [Scene Selection], the [White Balance] setting is canceled. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 96 2. Select the desired item. Does not use an effect. White Fader ( Fades in/out with the white effect. Black Fader ( Fades in/out with the black effect. Notes When you press START/STOP, the setting is cleared. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 97 When the camcorder detects a face, a beep sounds, and the shutter operates 2 seconds later. Self-portrait 2 People ( When the camcorder detects two faces, a beep sounds, and the shutter operates 2 seconds later. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 98: Tele Macro
38 cm (15 in.). Notes When recording a distant subject, focusing may be difficult and can take some time. Adjust the focus manually when it is hard to focus automatically. Related topics Zooming Focus Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 99 The SteadyShot function is not used. Notes If you change the setting, the imaging field will also change accordingly. You can zoom images up to 10 times, unless [ SteadyShot] is set to [Active]. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 100 SteadyShot]. Saving images with a PC Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list 2. Select the desired item. The SteadyShot function is used. Off ( The SteadyShot function is not used. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 101: Digital Zoom
Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list 2. Select the desired item. Does not use the digital zoom. Up to 120 zoom is performed digitally. A: The zooming zone appears when you select [120 Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 102: Auto Back Light
Saving images with a PC Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions 2. Select the desired item. Contents list The exposure for backlit subjects is adjusted automatically. Does not adjust the exposure for backlit subjects. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 103: Face Detection
The subject faces directly towards the camcorder. Notes Faces may not be detected depending on recording conditions, subject conditions, and the setting of your camcorder. Related topics Recording the selected subject clearly (Face Priority) Smile Shutter Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 104: Smile Shutter
Quality ], you cannot use the Smile Shutter function while recording movies. Smiles may not be detected depending on recording conditions, subject conditions, and the setting of your camcorder. Related topics [Smile Sensitivity] Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 105: Smile Sensitivity
Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions 2. Select the desired item. Contents list Big Smile Detects a big smile. Normal Smile Detects a normal smile. Slight Smile Detects even a slight smile. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 106 "Handycam" User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > Flash Operation Search Flash Before use Getting started If white circular spots appear on photos Recording You can select the flash setting when you record photos using the built-in flash, or an external flash Playback (sold separately) that is compatible with your camcorder.
Page 108: Flash Level
Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list 2. Select the desired item. High ( Makes the flash level higher. Normal ( ) Normal flash level Low ( Makes the flash level lower. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 109: Red Eye Reduction
Uses Red Eye Reduction to prevent redeye. Notes The redeye reduction may not produce the desired effect due to individual differences and other conditions. The redeye function does not work with automatic recording by [Smile Shutter]. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 110 Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions 2. Select the desired item. Contents list The microphone does not record sound following zooming in or out. On ( The microphone records sound following zooming in or out. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 111: Wind Noise Reduct
[Wind Noise Reduct.]. Playback Saving images with a PC Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions 2. Select the desired item. Contents list Disables wind noise reduction. On ( Enables wind noise reduction. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 112 Records various ambient sounds, converting them into the appropriate level. Low ( Records ambient sound faithfully. Select [Low] when you want to record an exciting and powerful sound in a concert hall, etc. (This setting is not suitable for recording conversations.) Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 113 2. Select the menu item that you want to assign to a My Button using Contents list 3. Select one of the My Buttons to which the menu item will be assigned. 4. Select Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 114 2. Select the desired item. Does not display the guide frame. Displays the guide frame. Notes The outer frame of [Guide Frame] shows the display area of a TV which is not compatible with full pixel display. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 115: Display Setting
Always displays. The rec & zoom buttons on the LCD screen is not displayed. Notes You cannot change the setting of the icons or indicators on the LCD screen while in the playback mode. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 116: Rec Mode
"Handycam" User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Image Quality/Size > REC Mode Operation Search REC Mode Before use Getting started Recording mode and the media devices to which the images can be copied Recording On image quality Playback You can switch the recording mode to select the movie quality when recording high definition image Saving images with a PC...
Page 117 For standard definition image quality (STD): [Standard ]: Standard quality, Standard STD 9M (HQ)* Standard image quality (STD) is fixed to this value. Related topics Frame Rate Recording standard definition image quality (STD) movie: [HD/STD Setting] Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 118: Frame Rate
TV is not compatible with 60p movie playback, the movie will be output as a 60i movie. Notes The media that the recorded images can be saved on will depend on the recording mode that has been set during recording. Related topics REC Mode Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 119 Records movies in standard definition image quality (STD). This setting is highly-compatible with other playback devices. Notes When you play or edit movies, only movies with the selected image quality will be displayed on your camcorder. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 120: Wide Mode
Contents list 2. Select the desired item. 16:9 WIDE Records movies to the full screen on a 16:9 (wide) TV screen. 4:3 ( Records movies to the full screen on a 4:3 TV screen. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 121 Select this setting if the recorded movies will be played back on an x.v.Color-compliant TV. Notes If the movie recorded with this function [On] is played back on a non-x.v.Color-compliant TV, the color may not be reproduced correctly. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 122: Image Size
2. Select the desired item. Contents list Notes The image size selected with this setting takes effect for photos taken by the Dual Capture function [Details]. Related topics Expected number of recordable photos Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 123: Event View
You can display the Event View screen. Recording [Playback Function] [Event View]. Playback Saving images with a PC Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Related topics Playing movies and photos from the Event View screen Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 124 You can display the Map View screen. Recording [Playback Function] [Map View]. Playback Saving images with a PC Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Related topics Playing movies and photos from a map (HDR-GW77V) Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 125: Highlight Movie
Saving images with a PC Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions 2. Select the desired Highlight Movie. Contents list Related topics Converting Highlight Playback scenes or Highlight Scenarios to standard definition image quality (STD) (Highlight Movie) Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 126 Playback Saving images with a PC Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions 2. Select the desired scenario. Contents list Related topics Saving Highlight Playback in high definition image quality (HD) (Scenario Save) Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 127 "Handycam" User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Edit/Copy > Delete Operation Search Delete Before use Getting started To delete a part of a movie Recording Playback [Edit/Copy] [Delete]. Saving images with a PC Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list...
Page 128 Related topics Release protection: [Protect] [Format] To divide a movie: Dividing a movie Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 129: To Remove The Protection Of An Event
"Handycam" User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Edit/Copy > Protect Operation Search Protect Before use Getting started To remove the protection of an event Recording Protect movies and photos to avoid deleting them by mistake. Playback will be displayed on the protected images.
Page 131 "Handycam" User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Edit/Copy > Copy Operation Search Copy Before use Getting started You can copy images back and forth between the internal recording medium of your camcorder and the Recording memory card.
Page 132 Related topics Checking the image copied: [Media Select] Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 133: Media Select
You can select the recording medium on which the images will be saved. Recording [Setup] Media Settings] [Media Select]. Playback Saving images with a PC Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions 2. Select the desired recording medium. Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 134: Media Info
2. Select the recording medium that you want to view the information. Note Since there is a management file area, the used space may not displayed as 0 % even if you perform [Format]. [Details] Related topics [Media Select] Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 135 "Handycam" User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > Format Operation Search Format Before use Getting started To prevent data on the internal recording media from being recovered Recording Formatting deletes all the movies and photos to recover recordable free space. Playback [Setup] Media Settings]...
Page 137 Media Settings] [Repair Img. DB F.]. Playback Saving images with a PC Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions 2. Select the recording medium that you want to repair, and then select Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 138: File Number
Assigns file numbers in sequence, following the largest file number existing on the recording medium. When the memory card is replaced with another one, the file number is assigned for each memory card. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 139: Data Code
"Handycam" User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > Data Code Operation Search Data Code Before use Getting started During playback, your camcorder displays the information recorded automatically at the time of Recording recording. You can check the following information. [Setup] Playback Settings] [Data Code].
Page 140 Coordinates (HDR-GW77V) Latitude Longitude Notes The data code is displayed on the TV screen if you connect your camcorder to a TV. Depending on the recording media condition, [-- -- --] may appear. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 141 You can adjust the volume of playback sound. Recording [Setup] Playback Settings] [Volume]. Playback Saving images with a PC Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions 2. Adjust the volume using Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 142: Download Music
[Download Music]. Playback Saving images with a PC Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list 2. Follow the instructions that appear on the display. For details, refer to “Music Transfer” Help. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 143: Empty Music
Maintenance and precautions 2. Select [OK] or [Cancel]. Contents list Notes If you delete music files using [Empty Music], the music data recorded on your camcorder at the factory will be deleted as well. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 144 Select this to view your movies and photos on a 4:3 standard TV. Movies and photos recorded in 16:9 (wide) mode Movies and photos recorded in 4:3 mode Notes Horizontal to vertical ratio of high definition image quality (HD) movies is 16:9. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 145: Hdmi Resolution
Outputs the 480p signal. 480i Outputs the 480i signal. Notes When [ Frame Rate] is set to [60p] and [HDMI Resolution] is set to [720p/480p] or [480p], HDMI signals cannot be output during recording. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 146 Saving images with a PC Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list 2. Select the desired item. Operates your camcorder using the TV’s Remote Commander. Does not operate your camcorder using the TV’s Remote Commander. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 147: Usb Connect
Select this item when [USB Select] does not appear on the LCD screen even when you connect the Recording camcorder to an external device with the USB Cable. [Setup] Connection] [USB Connect]. Playback Saving images with a PC Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 148: Usb Connect Setting
Windows 7, set [USB Connect Setting] to [Auto]. * “Device Stage” is a menu of Windows 7, that is used to manage devices (camcorder, camera, etc.) that are connected to the computer. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 149: Usb Power Supply
500 mA power supply standard. Only the playback functions are available while the camcorder is connected to a USB device that is compatible with the 500 mA power supply standard. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 150: Usb Lun Setting
Use this setting for ordinary operations. Single Try this setting only if you cannot connect to an external device. Notes When you install the built-in “PlayMemories Home” software on your computer, set [USB LUN Setting] to [Multi]. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 151 Saving images with a PC Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions 2. Follow the instructions that appear on the screen. Contents list Notes You cannot perform [Disc Burn] when the camcorder is connected to a computer. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 152 A melody sounds when you start recording or operate your camcorder. Cancels the melody. Notes Even if [Beep] is set to [On], the melody does not sound when you are: recording with [Smth Slw REC] recording with [Golf Shot] playing a movie Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 153: Lcd Brightness
2. Select the desired item. Contents list Normal Normal setting (normal brightness). Bright Select this when the LCD screen is not bright enough. This adjustment does not affect the recorded images in any way. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 154 [Your Location]. Playback Saving images with a PC Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Your current location appears on the Map View screen. Contents list Related topics Using the GPS function (HDR-GW77V) Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 155: Airplane Mode
Saving images with a PC Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions 2. Select the desired item. Contents list Normal setting. On ( Use this setting when you are on board an airplane. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 156 Contents list Receives GPS signals. The location information will not be recorded until triangulating is finished successfully. Does not receive GPS signals. The location information that has previously been recorded will be invalid. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 157: Language Setting
The camcorder offers [ENG[SIMP]] (simplified English) for when you cannot find your native tongue among the options. Playback [Setup] General Settings] [Language Setting]. Saving images with a PC Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list 2. Select the desired language. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 158: Power Save
The camcorder turns off automatically if you do not attempt to operate your camcorder for more than about 1 minute. The backlight of the LCD screen is always on brightly. The camcorder does not turn off automatically. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 159 Even if you use this function, all movies and photos are retained. [Setup] General Settings] [Initialize]. Playback Saving images with a PC Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list 2. Touch to initialize all settings. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 160: Demo Mode
The movie is recorded with high definition image quality (HD). When you operate your camcorder, the demonstration playback will be suspended. (It appears again if no operation is attempted for more than the specified period of time you set in [Demo Mode].) Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 161: Date & Time Setting
You can change this setting without stopping the clock. Does not set the summertime. Sets the summertime. The clock is set to move the time forward 1 hour. Date & Time You can set the clock. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 162: Area Setting
Select this item when you are going to use the camcorder in the area where you are living. Destination ( Select this item when you want to use the camcorder with the area setting set to another place. For HDR-GW77V Set the area. Related topics World time difference Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 163 The clock may not be adjusted to the correct time automatically using the GPS system, depending on the country/region selected for your camcorder. In this case, set [Auto Clock ADJ ] to [Off]. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 164 You must set the date and time on your camcorder before use. [Details] The camcorder may not compensate for the time difference automatically, depending on the country/region selected for your camcorder. In this case, set [Auto Area ADJ] to [Off]. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 165: If You Have Problems
During repair, we may check a minimum amount of data stored on the internal memory in order Contents list to investigate the problem. However, your Sony dealer will neither copy nor retain your data. Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website.
Page 166: Overall Operations
"Handycam" User Guide Search Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Overall operations Operation Search Overall operations Before use Getting started The power does not turn on. Recording Attach a charged battery pack to the camcorder. [Details] Playback The plug of the AC Adaptor has been disconnected from the wall outlet (wall socket). Connect it to Saving images with a PC the wall outlet (wall socket).
Page 167 [Low Lux] [Scene Selection] [Tele Macro] SteadyShot] SteadyShot] [Auto Back Light] [Face Detection] Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 168: The Battery Pack Is Quickly Discharged
[Details] Attach the battery pack to the camcorder correctly. If the problem persists, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) and contact your Sony dealer. The battery pack may be damaged. [Details] The remaining battery time indicator does not indicate the correct time.
Page 169: Lcd Screen
In the default setting, the backlight of the LCD screen turns dark automatically if you do not attempt to operate your camcorder for more than about 1 minute ([Power Save]). [Details] Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 170: Memory Card
You cannot delete the protected images. Maintenance and precautions Contents list The data file name is not indicated correctly or flashes. The file is damaged. The file format is not supported by your camcorder. [Details] Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 171: Photos Cannot Be Recorded
"Handycam" User Guide Search Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Recording Operation Search Recording Before use Getting started Refer also to “Memory card”. Recording Playback Pressing START/STOP or PHOTO does not record images. Saving images with a PC The playback screen is displayed.
Page 172: The Auto Focus Does Not Function
Depending on the recording conditions, the time available for recording may be shorter, for example when recording a fast moving object, etc. The camcorder stops operating. If you keep applying vibration on the camcorder, recording may stop. There is a time difference between the point when START/STOP is pressed and the point that the recording movie is started or stopped actually.
Page 173: Photos Are Recorded Automatically
Photos are recorded automatically. In the default setting, photos are recorded automatically when the camcorder detects a smile. [Details] Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 174: Images Cannot Be Played Back
"Handycam" User Guide Search Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Playback Operation Search Playback Before use Getting started Images cannot be played back. Recording Select the type of recording media you want to play back.[Details] Playback Select the image quality of the movie you want to play back. [Details] Saving images with a PC Images recorded on other devices may not be played back.
Page 176 Images cannot be played back or the memory card is not recognized. Playback The playback device does not support playing back memory cards. [Details] [Details] Saving images with a PC Back to top Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 177 Saving images with a PC Customizing your camcorder A movie cannot be divided. Troubleshooting A movie that is too short cannot be divided. Maintenance and precautions Release the protection, and then divide. Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 178: Playback On The Tv
TV and play back images. Highlight Playback or a scenario will not appear on the LCD screen of the camcorder while it is connected to a TV and play back images. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 179 Before use Getting started Images are not copied correctly. Recording You cannot copy images using the HDMI cable. Playback Back to top Saving images with a PC Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 180: Connecting To A Computer
Disconnect devices from the USB jack of the computer other than the keyboard, mouse, and your camcorder. Disconnect the USB Cable from the computer and your camcorder, and restart the computer, then connect the computer and your camcorder again in the correct order. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 181: Self-Diagnosis Display
If indicators appear on the LCD screen, check the following. Recording If the problem persists even after you have tried to fix a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. In this case, when you contact them, give them all the numbers of Playback the error code beginning with C or E.
Page 182 Photos cannot be recorded during processing. Wait for a while, then record. When [ REC Mode] is set to [Highest Quality ] or [60p Quality ], you cannot capture photos while recording movies. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 183 "Handycam" User Guide Search Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators > Warning Indicators Operation Search If messages appear on the screen, follow the instructions. Before use Warning Indicators Getting started Recording Cannot recognize the internal memory. Format and use again. Playback The internal recording medium of the camcorder is set differently from the default format.
Page 184 there are inconsistencies between the information in the database and the information in the file. Select to back up the high definition image quality (HD) movies and repair the database file. You cannot see the backed-up movies on the camcorder. By connecting the camcorder to a computer after repairing the database, you can import backed-up high definition image quality (HD) movies to the computer using the built-in “PlayMemories Home”...
Page 185 You can select only 100 images at one time for: Deleting movies/photos Protecting movies/photos, or releasing the protection Copying movies/photos Data protected. You tried to delete protected data. Release the protection of the data. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 186: About The Avchd Format
Based on the AVCHD format, your camcorder records and plays with the high definition image quality Contents list (HD). In addition to high definition image quality (HD), your camcorder is capable of recording a standard definition (STD) signal in the conventional MPEG-2 format. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 187 "Handycam" User Guide Search Print Top page > Maintenance and precautions > Maintenance and precautions > About GPS (HDR-GW77V) Operation Search About GPS (HDR-GW77V) Before use Getting started The GPS (Global Positioning System) is a system that calculates geographical location from highly Recording accurate US space satellites.
Page 188 The map data of the camcorder is copyrighted. Unauthorized copying or other usage of the map data may be contrary to the copyright laws. On the navigation function The camcorder does not have a navigation function that uses GPS. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 189 — Memory Stick Micro (Mark2) media This product cannot record or play data that uses “MagicGate” technology. “MagicGate” is a copyright protection technology that records and transfers the contents in an encrypted format. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 191 "Handycam" User Guide Search Print Top page > Maintenance and precautions > Maintenance and precautions > About the battery pack Operation Search About the battery pack Before use Getting started To charge the battery pack Recording Be sure to charge the battery pack before you start using your camcorder. We recommend that you charge the battery pack in an ambient temperature range of 10 ˚C to 30 ˚C Playback (50 °F to 86 °F) until the CHG (charge) lamp turns off.
Page 193 About x.v.Color Before use Getting started x.v.Color is a more familiar term for the xvYCC standard proposed by Sony, and is a trademark of Recording Sony. xvYCC is an international standard for color space in video. This standard can express a wider color Playback range than the currently used broadcast standard.
Page 194: About The Ac Adaptor
Do not short-circuit the USB connector of the USB cable while which is connected to the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic objects. This may cause a malfunction. Saving images with a PC Back to top Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 195: About Language Setting
"Handycam" User Guide Search Print Top page > Maintenance and precautions > About handling of your camcorder > On use and care Operation Search On use and care Before use Getting started About language setting Recording On recording Notes on use Playback LCD Panel Saving images with a PC...
Page 196: Lcd Panel
LCD Panel 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.
Page 197: When Not Using Your Camcorder For A Long Time
LCD panel. The image data that has been recorded may be lost. Notes on optional accessories We recommend using genuine Sony accessories. Genuine Sony accessories may not be available in some countries/regions. LCD screen...
Page 198: About Care And Storage Of The Lens
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. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 199 When you bring your camcorder from a cold place into a warm place, put your camcorder in a plastic bag and seal it tightly. Remove the bag when the air temperature inside the plastic bag has reached the surrounding temperature (after about 1 hour). Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 200 How to charge the pre-installed rechargeable battery Connect your camcorder to a wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor, and leave it with the LCD screen closed for more than 24 hours. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 201 Also, when you dispose of the memory card, it is recommended that you destroy the actual body of the memory card. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 202 The charging times shown in the table above are measured when charging the camcorder at a Contents list temperature of 25 ˚C (77 °F). It is recommended that you charge the battery in a temperature range of 10 ˚C to 30 ˚C (50 °F to 86 °F). Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 203: Expected Time Of Recording And Playback With Each Battery Pack
The recording and playback time will be shorter depending on the conditions under which you use your camcorder. Playing time Approximate time available when you use a fully charged battery pack. (unit: minute) Battery pack Image quality NP-BG1 (supplied) 185 185 NP-FG1 185 185 Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 204: Expected Recording Time Of Movies
"Handycam" User Guide Search Print Top page > Maintenance and precautions > Recording time of movies/number of recordable photos > Expected recording time of movies Operation Search Before use Expected recording time of movies Getting started Recording Internal recording media HDR-GW77V Playback High definition image quality (HD) in h (hour) and min (minute)
Page 205 [Standard (25) (50) (100) (210) (420) When using a Sony memory card. Notes The recordable time may vary depending on the recording and subject conditions and [ Mode] and [ Frame Rate]. [Details] [Details] The number in ( ) is the minimum recordable time.
Page 206: Expected Number Of Recordable Photos
The number of recordable photos of memory card may vary depending on the recording conditions. Notes The unique pixel array of Sony’s ClearVid and the image processing system of Sony’s BIONZ allows still image resolution equivalent to the sizes described.
Page 207 480 dots/4:3 iSweep Panorama: 4,912 1,080 dots/[Standard], horizontal 3,424 1,920 dots/[Standard], vertical 7,152 1,080 dots/[Wide], horizontal 4,912 1,920 dots/[Wide], vertical Capturing a photo from a movie: 1,920 1,080 dots/16:9 360 dots/16:9 480 dots/4:3 Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 208: Using Your Camcorder Abroad
"Handycam" User Guide Search Print Top page > Maintenance and precautions > Using your camcorder abroad > Using your camcorder abroad Operation Search Before use Using your camcorder abroad Getting started Recording Power supply You can use your camcorder in any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with your Playback camcorder within the AC 100 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz range.
Page 209 Alaska –08:00 Los Angeles, Tijuana –07:00 Denver, Arizona –06:00 Chicago, Mexico City –05:00 New York, Bogota –04:00 Santiago –03:30 St. John’s –03:00 Brasilia, Montevideo –02:00 Fernando de Noronha –01:00 Azores, Cape Verde Is. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 210: Notes On The License
Saving images with a PC ,” “MagicGate,” “ ,” “MagicGate Memory Stick” and Customizing your camcorder “MagicGate Memory Stick Duo” are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. “x.v.Color” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. Troubleshooting “BIONZ” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
Page 211 Copies of the licenses (in English) are stored in the internal memory of your camcorder. Establish a Mass Storage connection between your camcorder and a computer, and read the files in the “LICENSE” folder in “PMHOME.” Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...

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