Self-Diagnosis Display - Sony DSRPD170 Operating Instructions Manual

Self-diagnosis display

Your camcorder has a self-diagnosis display
function.
This function displays the current condition of
your camcorder as a 5-digit code (a
combination of a letter and figures) on the
LCD screen, display window, or in the
viewfinder. If a 5-digit code is displayed, check
the following code chart. The last two digits
(indicated by ss) will differ depending on
the state of your camcorder.
Five-digit display
C:04:ss
C:21:ss
C:22:ss
C:31:ss
C:32:ss
E:61:ss
E:62:ss
If you are unable to rectify the problem even if you try corrective actions a few times,
contact your Sony dealer or nearest local authorized Sony service facility.
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Cause and/or Corrective Actions
•You are using a battery pack that is not an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack.
c Use an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. (p. 12)
•Moisture condensation has occurred.
c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least one hour to
acclimatize. (p. 156)
•The video heads are dirty.
c Clean the heads using the Sony DVM12CL cleaning cassette
(optional). (p. 157)
•A malfunction other than the above.
c Remove the cassette and insert it again, then operate your camcorder.
c Disconnect the power cord of the AC Adaptor or remove the battery
pack. After reconnecting the power source, operate your camcorder.
•A malfunction that you cannot service has occurred.
c Contact your Sony dealer and inform them of the 5-digit code.
(example: E:61:10)
On the LCD screen or in the
viewfinder, on the display
window
C:21:00
Self-diagnosis display
•C:ss:ss
You can service your camcorder
yourself.
•E:ss:ss
Contact your Sony dealer or
nearest local authorized Sony
service facility.