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Sony Handycam HDR-SR5 Operating Instructions Manual

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See also: Service Manual , Operating Manual
Digital HD Video Camera Recorder
Handycam Handbook
HDR-SR5/SR7/SR8
© 2007 Sony Corporation
3-210-374-11(1)
Enjoying your
camcorder
Getting Started
Recording/Playback 23
Editing
Utilizing recording media
Customizing your
camcorder
Troubleshooting
Additional
Information
Reference
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  • Page 1 Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Handycam Handbook HDR-SR5/SR7/SR8 © 2007 Sony Corporation 3-210-374-11(1) Enjoying your camcorder Getting Started Recording/Playback 23 Editing Utilizing recording media Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Additional Information Quick Reference...

  • Page 2: Read This Before Operating Your Camcorder

    “Memory Stick” compatible equipment Be sure to insert the “Memory Stick Duo” into the Memory Stick Duo adaptor. Memory Stick Duo adaptor Using the camcorder • Do not hold the camcorder by the following parts. Viewfinder LCD screen (HDR-SR7/SR8) Battery pack •...
  • Page 3 • Compensation for the contents of recordings cannot be provided, even if recording or playback is not possible due to a malfunction of the camcorder, storage media, etc. • TV color systems differ depending on the country/region. To view your recordings on a TV, you need an NTSC system-based •...
  • Page 4 About the Carl Zeiss lens Your camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens, which was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. It adopts the MTF measurement system for video cameras and offers a quality typical of a Carl Zeiss lens.

  • Page 5: Notes On Using The Hard Disk Drive Handycam

    • It is recommended that you save your image data periodically, after recording. Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder • The hard disk of the camcorder may not be recognized, or recording or playback may not be possible. • Especially, during recording/playback, do not apply shock.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Read this before operating your camcorder ... 2 Notes on using the Hard Disk Drive Handycam ... 5 Subject examples and solutions ... 8 Enjoying your camcorder Operation flow ... 9 “ HOME” and “ OPTION” - Taking advantage of two types of menus ...
  • Page 7 Troubleshooting ... 84 Warning indicators and messages ... 92 Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad ...96 Files on the camcorder hard disk/ folder structure ...98 Maintenance and precautions ...99 About the AVCHD format ... 99 About the “Memory Stick” ... 99 About the “InfoLITHIUM”...

  • Page 8: Subject Examples And Solutions

    Subject examples and solutions Checking your golf swing B SMTH SLW REC ... 32 Capturing still images during movie recording B Dual Rec ... 30 Flowers in close- B PORTRAIT ... 80 B FOCUS ... 78 B TELE MACRO... 79 Focusing on the dog on the left side of the screen...

  • Page 9: Enjoying Your Camcorder

    SD (standard definition) image quality b Notes • Your camcorder is compatible with the “1440 × 1080/60i” standard of AVCHD format (p. 99). “AVCHD 1080i format” is abbreviated as “AVCHD” in this manual, except when it must be described in more detail.
  • Page 10 • See “Picture Motion Browser Guide” about handling images on a computer. B Delete images. If the hard disk of your camcorder is full, you cannot record new images. Delete the image data that has been saved on your camcorder or a disc. If you delete the images, you can record new images on the free hard disk space again.

  • Page 11: Recording Time Of Movies

    • The maximum continuous recordable time is approximately 13 hours. Your camcorder uses the VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format to automatically adjust image quality to suit the recording scene. This technology causes fluctuations in the recording time of the hard disk.

  • Page 12: Home" And " - Taking Advantage Of Two Types Of Menus

    Displays a description of the item (p. 13) Category Page Item REPAIR IMG.DB F. Page To customize your camcorder (p. 61)*. * You can also set these items during Easy Handycam operation (p. 23). For the items available in the page 62. Page...
  • Page 13 Using the HOME MENU While pressing the green button in the center, slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to turn on the power. Press (HOME) A (or B). (HOME) B (HOME) A Touch the desired category. Example: (OTHERS) category Touch the desired item.
  • Page 14 Touch the item you want to learn more about. When you touch an item, its explanation appears on the screen. To apply the option, touch [YES], otherwise, touch [NO]. To deactivate the HELP (HELP) again in step 2. Touch Using the OPTION MENU Just a touch on the screen during shooting or playback displays the functions available at that moment.

  • Page 15: Getting Started

    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. 16) Power cord (1) (p. 16) Handycam Station (1) (p.

  • Page 16: Step 2: Charging The Battery Pack

    (H series) (p. 101) after attaching it to your camcorder. b Notes • You cannot attach any “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack other than the H series to your camcorder. Connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack on the Handycam Station.
  • Page 17 DC plug b Notes • Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack holding both the camcorder and the DC plug. To remove the battery pack Slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). Slide the BATT (battery release) lever and remove the battery pack.
  • Page 18 pressing DISP/BATT INFO again while the information is displayed. Remaining battery (approx.) Recording capacity (approx.) Charging time Approximate time (min.) required when you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack. Battery pack NP-FH50 NP-FH60 (supplied) NP-FH70 NP-FH100 Recording time Approximate time (min.) available when you use a fully charged battery pack.

  • Page 19: Playing Time

    Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic objects. This may cause a malfunction. • Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power (house current) is still supplied to it while connected to the wall outlet via the AC Adaptor.

  • Page 20: Step 3: Turning The Power On And Setting The Date And Time

    [CLOCK/ SET], and set the date and time. b Notes • If you do not use your camcorder for about 3 months, the built-in rechargeable battery gets discharged and the date and time settings may be cleared from the memory. In that case, Set [DST SET] or [SUMMERTIME], then touch [NEXT].

  • Page 21: Changing The Language Setting

    (p. 104). • It takes a few seconds for your camcorder to be ready to shoot after the power is turned on. You cannot operate your camcorder during this time.
  • Page 22 Tips • You can adjust the brightness of the viewfinder backlight by touching (SETTINGS) t [SOUND/DISP SET] t [VF B.LIGHT] (p. 72). Fastening the grip belt Fasten the grip belt and hold your camcorder correctly. (HOME) t...

  • Page 23: Recording/Playback

    Recording/Playback Recording and playback with ease (Easy Handycam operation) Easy Handycam operation makes nearly all settings automatic so that you can perform recording or playback operation without detailed settings. It also makes screen font size larger for easy viewing. Recording movies Slide the POWER switch G in the direction of the arrow until the...

  • Page 24: Playing Back Recorded Movies/Still Images

    Playing back recorded movies/still images Slide the POWER switch G to turn on your camcorder. Press (VIEW IMAGES) I (or D). The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the LCD screen (It may take some time to display the thumbnails). Appears with the image on each of the tab that was lastly played back/ recorded (B for the still image recorded on a “Memory Stick Duo”)
  • Page 25 Start playback. Movies: Touch the tab and the movie to be played back. Returns (to the VISUAL INDEX screen) Beginning of the movie/previous movie Stops (goes to the VISUAL INDEX screen) * The setting of [DATA CODE] is fixed to [DATE/TIME] (p. 70). z Tips •...
  • Page 26 To cancel Easy Handycam operation Press EASY A again. from the LCD screen. Menu settings during Easy Handycam operation Press (HOME) C (or B) to display the menu items available for setup changes (p. 12, 61). b Notes • Most of the menu items automatically return to the default settings.

  • Page 27: Recording

    “Memory Stick Duo.” Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder, and do not remove the battery or AC Adaptor. • The maximum continuous recordable time is approximately 13 hours.

  • Page 28: Recording Movies

    Recording movies You can record movies on the hard disk of your camcorder. For the recordable time, see page 11. Slide the POWER switch C in the direction of the arrow to light up (Movie) lamp. Press START/STOP B (or F).

  • Page 29: Zooming

    AVCHD format device compatible with 5.1ch surround. • You can create a disc, which contains the movies recorded on your camcorder, on a computer using the supplied software. If you play the disc on a 5.1ch surround system, you can enjoy realistic sound.

  • Page 30: Using The Flash

    • When attaching a conversion lens (optional) or a filter (optional) to your camcorder, the flash does not emit light. z Tips • You can change the brightness of the flash by setting [FLASH LEVEL] (p.

  • Page 31: Recording Still Images On A "Memory Stick Duo

    You can change the recording media of still images to a “Memory Stick Duo.” In the default setting, still images are recorded on the hard disk of the camcorder. You can use only a “Memory Stick Duo” marked with (p. 99).

  • Page 32: Adjusting The Exposure For Backlit Subjects

    BACK LIGHT again. Recording in mirror mode Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side (2). z Tips • A mirror-image of the subject appears on the LCD screen, but the image will be normal when recorded.

  • Page 33: Controlling The Image Settings Manually With The Cam Ctrl Dial (Hdr-Sr7/Sr8)

    Select [ON] ( ) to superimpose sounds such as conversation on the slow motion pictures (The default setting is [OFF]). Your camcorder records sounds for about 12 seconds while [Recording...] is displayed in step 3. b Notes • Sounds cannot be recorded while shooting a 3 second-movie (approx.).

  • Page 34: Playback

    Playback Lens cover Closes when an INDEX screen appears. (HOME) A (VIEW IMAGES) C Slide the POWER switch E to turn on your camcorder. Display the desired INDEX screen. Playing back from VISUAL INDEX Press (VIEW IMAGES) F (or C).
  • Page 35 : Displays still images on the hard disk. : Displays still images on a “Memory Stick Duo.” appears for movies with SD (standard definition) image quality. z Tips • You can change the image quality of a movie you want to play back by touching tab t [ INDEX SET] on the INDEX screen of •...

  • Page 36: Playing Movies

    Start playing back. Playing movies On the INDEX screen, touch the Return (to the INDEX screen) Beginning of the scene/previous scene Stop (go to the INDEX screen) z Tips • When playback from the selected movie reaches the last movie, the screen returns to the INDEX screen. •...

  • Page 37: Playing Back From A Face Image ([ Index])

    INDEX]) The detected face images are displayed on the index screen. You can play back the movie from the selected face image. 1 Turn on your camcorder. 2 Touch (HOME) t IMAGES) t [ INDEX]. Returns to the recording screen...

  • Page 38: Playing Back A Series Of Still Images (Slide Show)

    1 Slide the POWER switch to turn on the camcorder, and press IMAGES). The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the LCD screen. 2 To search for movies, touch the tab. To search for still images, touch the tab. 3 Touch [DATE].

  • Page 39: Playing The Image On A Tv

    COMPONENT OUT jacks (p. 107, 110). Connect the A/V connecting cable or component video cable either to the Handycam Station or to your camcorder. If you connect A/ V connecting cables or component video cables to both the Handycam Station and your camcorder at the same time, image disturbance may occur.
  • Page 40 Selecting the most advantageous connection - TV CONNECT Guide Your camcorder will advise you of the most advantageous way of connecting your TV. Turn on your camcorder, and press (HOME). Touch (OTHERS). Touch [TV CONNECT Guide]. If the item is not on the screen, touch v/ V to change the page.
  • Page 41 Images recorded with HD (high definition) image quality are played back with HD (high definition) image quality. Images recorded with SD (standard definition) image quality are played back with SD (standard definition) image quality. Type Camcorder Component video cable (supplied) A/V connecting cable...
  • Page 42 • Some TVs may not function correctly (e.g., no sound or image) with this connection. • Do not connect the HDMI OUT jack of your camcorder and HDMI OUT jack of the external device with the HDMI cable. This may cause a malfunction.
  • Page 43 Type Camcorder Component video cable (supplied) A/V connecting cable (supplied) b Notes • An A/V connecting cable is also needed to output audio signals. Connect the white and red plugs of the A/ V connecting cable to the audio input jack of your TV.
  • Page 44 • HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) is an interface to send both video/audio signals. The HDMI OUT jack outputs high quality images and digital audio. You can switch to the appropriate image quality automatically if you connect to a Sony TV with Video-A mode. Refer to the instruction manual of your TV for details.

  • Page 45: Saving Images

    Saving images Recorded images are stored on the internal hard disk of your camcorder. 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.

  • Page 46: Editing

    You can create and edit a Playlist (p. 50). PRINT You can print still images on a connected PictBridge printer (p. 54). COMPUTER You can connect your camcorder to a computer. See “Operating Guide” for connecting to the computer. TV CONNECT Guide...
  • Page 47 (p. 57). Deleting the still images in the “Memory Stick Duo” To delete images on a “Memory Stick Duo,” insert it in your camcorder before the operation. Touch (OTHERS) (OTHERS) t [DELETE].

  • Page 48: Dividing A Movie

    Stick Duo,” format the “Memory Stick Duo” (p. 58). Dividing a movie You can divide movies on the hard disk of your camcorder. b Notes • During Easy Handycam operation, you cannot divide movies. Cancel Easy Handycam operation (p. 26).

  • Page 49: Copying Still Images

    • A slight difference may occur from the point where you touch and the actual dividing point, as your camcorder selects the dividing point based on about half-second increments. • The movies added to the Playlist may not be divided, if the number of movies in the Playlist exceeds the maximum.

  • Page 50: Creating The Playlist

    • During Easy Handycam operation, you cannot • Images with HD (high definition) image quality z Tips • The images recorded by this camcorder and (OPTION) t add movies to the Playlist or edit the Playlist. Cancel Easy Handycam operation.

  • Page 51: Playing The Playlist

    [YES] t 5 Touch b Notes • Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder while editing the Playlist. It may damage the hard disk. • You cannot add still images to a Playlist. z Tips •...
  • Page 52 3 Select the scene to be deleted from the list. The selected scene is marked with Press and hold the image on the LCD screen to confirm the image. Touch to return to the previous screen. t [YES] t 4 Touch z Tips •...

  • Page 53: Dubbing To Vcr Or Dvd/Hdd Recorders

    Editing Dubbing to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders You can dub images played back on your camcorder to other recording devices, such as VCRs or DVD/HDD recorders. Connect the device in either of the following ways. Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p.

  • Page 54: Printing Recorded Images (Pictbridge Compliant Printer)

    You can print out still images using a PictBridge compliant printer, without connecting the camcorder to a computer. Connect your camcorder to the AC Adaptor to obtain power from the wall outlet (p. 16). Turn on the printer. To print still images on a “Memory Stick Duo,”...
  • Page 55 The operations may not be performed properly. – Operate the POWER switch. – Press (VIEW IMAGES). – Remove your camcorder from the Handycam Station. – Disconnect the USB cable from the Handycam Station or the printer. – Remove the “Memory Stick Duo” from your camcorder, in the case of [ •...
  • Page 56 ratio, the left and right ends of the image may be trimmed widely. • Some printer models may not support the date printing function. Refer to your printer’s instruction manual for details. • The images described below may not be printed out: –...

  • Page 57: Utilizing Recording Media

    “Memory Stick Duo” Formatting the hard disk You can delete all the images on the hard disk of the camcorder to recover recordable free space. Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p.

  • Page 58: Checking The Hard Disk Information

    Formatting the “Memory Stick Duo” Formatting deletes all images on a “Memory Stick Duo.” Turn on your camcorder. Insert the “Memory Stick Duo” to be formatted into your camcorder. Touch (HOME) t (MANAGE HDD/MEMORY) t FORMAT]. Touch [YES] t [YES].

  • Page 59: Repairing The Image Database File

    Touch [YES]. After [Completed.] appears, touch b Notes • Do not apply mechanical shock or vibration to the camcorder during this operation. • Do not disconnect the AC Adaptor or remove the battery pack during this operation.

  • Page 60: Preventing Data On The Hard Disk Of The Camcorder From Being Recovered

    EMPTY] allows you to write unintelligible data onto the hard disk of the camcorder. In this way, it may become more difficult to recover any original data. When you dispose of or transfer the camcorder to others, it is recommended that you perform [ EMPTY].

  • Page 61: Customizing Your Camcorder

    Customizing your camcorder What you can do with the category of the You can change the recording functions and the operating settings for your convenience. Using the HOME MENU Turn on your camcorder, then press (HOME). (HOME) (HOME) (SETTINGS) category Touch (SETTINGS).

  • Page 62: List Of The (Settings) Category Items

    List of the (SETTINGS) category items MOVIE SETTINGS (p. 63) Items REC SET* REC MODE REC MODE AE SHIFT* WB SHIFT* NIGHTSHOT LIGHT WIDE SELECT DIGITAL ZOOM STEADYSHOT AUTO SLW SHUTTR X.V.COLOR GUIDEFRAME ZEBRA REMAINING FLASH LEVEL REDEYE REDUC DIAL SETTING* INDEX SET* PHOTO SETTINGS (p.

  • Page 63: Movie Settings

    GENERAL SET (p. 75) Items DEMO MODE REC LAMP CALIBRATION A.SHUT OFF REMOTE CTRL DROP SENSOR You can set these items also during Easy Handycam operation (p. 23). The menu name is changed to [SOUND SETTINGS] during Easy Handycam operation. HDR-SR7/SR8 MOVIE SETTINGS (Items for recording movies)

  • Page 64: Nightshot Light

    HD LP Increases the recording time (Long Play) (AVC HD 5M (LP)). b Notes • If you record in the LP mode, details in movies with quick movements may appear rough when you play the image back. z Tips • See page 11 for the expected recording time of each recording mode.

  • Page 65: Wide Select

    WIDE SELECT When recording with SD (standard definition) image quality, you can select the aspect ratio according to the TV connected. Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with your TV. B 16:9 WIDE Records images to the full screen on a 16:9 (wide) TV screen.

  • Page 66: Flash Level

    Displays the remaining recording time of movies for about 8 seconds in situations such as those described below. – When your camcorder recognizes the remaining hard disk capacity with the POWER switch set to – When you press DISP/BATT INFO to...

  • Page 67: (Items For Recording Movies) Photo Settings

    DIAL SETTING (HDR- SR7/SR8) You can select an item you want to set to the CAM CTRL dial. For details, see page INDEX SET The default setting is [ON], allowing you to search for faces during movie recording. Face icons and their meanings : When the setting is [ON].
  • Page 68 VGA (0.3M) ( Allows the maximum number of still images to be recorded. b Notes • [ IMAGE SIZE] can be set only during recording standby. QUALITY B FINE ( Records still images at the fine image quality level. STANDARD ( Records still images at the standard image quality level.

  • Page 69: File No

    • You can record up to 9,999 still images on the hard disk. • 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.

  • Page 70: (Items For Recording Still Images)

    WB SHIFT (White Balance Shift) (HDR-SR7/SR8) See page 64. NIGHTSHOT LIGHT See page 64. STEADYSHOT (HDR-SR7/SR8) See page 65. GUIDEFRAME See page 65. ZEBRA See page 66. FLASH LEVEL See page 66. REDEYE REDUC See page 66. DIAL SETTING (HDR-SR7/SR8) See page 67.

  • Page 71: Interval Set

    • The data code is displayed on the TV screen if you connect your camcorder to a TV. • The indicator toggles through the following sequences as you press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander: [DATE/TIME] t [CAMERA DATA] t [OFF] (no indication).

  • Page 72: Sound/Disp Set

    You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen’s backlight. B NORMAL b Notes • When you connect your camcorder to outside • When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is • If you open the LCD panel 180 degrees to face z Tips •...

  • Page 73: (Items To Adjust The Sound And The Screen) Output Settings

    Notes • When you connect your camcorder to outside power sources, [BRIGHT] is automatically selected for the setting. • When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is slightly reduced during recording. z Tips • This adjustment does not affect the recorded images in any way.

  • Page 74: (Items For When Connecting Other Devices) Clock/ Lang

    • When you connect your camcorder to a TV compatible with the ID-1/ID-2 system, set [TV TYPE] to [16:9]. The TV switches to full mode automatically. Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with your TV. DISP OUTPUT B LCD PANEL...

  • Page 75: (Items To Set Clock And Language) General Set

    5 minutes. NEVER The camcorder is not automatically turned off. b Notes • When you connect your camcorder to a wall outlet, [A.SHUT OFF] is automatically set to [NEVER]. REMOTE CTRL (Remote control) The default setting is [ON], allowing you to use the supplied Remote Commander (p.

  • Page 76: Activating Functions Using The

    (OPTION) MENU appears just like the pop-up window that appears when you right-click the mouse on a computer. Various available functions are displayed. Using the OPTION MENU While using your camcorder, touch (OPTION) on the screen. (OPTION) Touch the desired item.

  • Page 77: Recording Items On The Option Menu

    Recording items on the OPTION MENU Items FOCUS – SPOT FOCUS – TELE MACRO – EXPOSURE – SPOT METER – AE SHIFT** SCENE SELECTION – WHITE BAL. – WB SHIFT** COLOR SLOW SHTR – SUPER NIGHTSHOT – FADER – D.EFFECT –...

  • Page 78: Functions Set In The Option Menu

    To adjust the focus automatically, touch [AUTO] t b Notes • The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is about 1 cm (about 13/32 in.) for wide angle and about 80 cm (about 2 5/8 feet) for telephoto.

  • Page 79: Spot Meter

    • For HDR-SR7/SR8: You can also adjust the focus manually using the CAM CTRL dial (p. 33). SPOT FOCUS You can select and adjust the focal point to aim it at a subject not located at the center of the screen. 1 Touch the subject on the screen.
  • Page 80 Select to take spectacular shots of fireworks. LANDSCAPE*( Select to shoot distant subjects clearly. This setting also prevents your camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows that comes in between the camcorder and the subject. PORTRAIT (Soft portrait) (...
  • Page 81 • If you have changed the battery pack while [AUTO] was selected, or taken your camcorder outdoors after inside use (or vice versa), select [AUTO] and aim your camcorder at a nearby white object for about 10 seconds for better color balance adjustment.

  • Page 82: Super Nightshot

    • Remove the conversion lens (optional). • Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 78) when it is hard to focus automatically. • The shutter speed of your camcorder changes depending on the brightness, which may result in a slowdown of the motion of the image.
  • Page 83 SELF-TIMER A still image is recorded after about 10 seconds. Press PHOTO when [SELF-TIMER] is set to [ON], and appears. To cancel the count down, touch [RESET]. To cancel the self-timer, select [OFF]. z Tips • You can also operate by pressing PHOTO on the Remote Commander (p.

  • Page 84: Troubleshooting

    • 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. Overall operations/Easy Handycam operation/Remote Commander The power does not turn on.
  • Page 85 The power abruptly turns off. • When approximately 5 minutes have elapsed while you do not operate your camcorder, the camcorder is automatically turned off (A.SHUT OFF). Change the setting of [A.SHUT OFF] (p. 75), or turn on the power again, or use the AC Adaptor.
  • Page 86 • Attach the battery pack to the camcorder correctly (p. 16). If the problem persists, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet and contact your Sony dealer. The battery pack may be damaged. The remaining battery time indicator does not indicate the correct time.
  • Page 87 • Your camcorder is recording the image you have just shot on the hard disk. You cannot make new recording during this period. • The hard disk of the camcorder is full. Delete unnecessary images (p. 46). • Total number of movie scenes or still images exceeds the recordable capacity of your camcorder (p.
  • Page 88 START/ STOP and the point that the recorded movie starts/stops. • On your camcorder, there may be a slight time difference between the point where you press START/STOP and the actual point that recording movie starts/stops.
  • Page 89 You cannot adjust [LCD BL LEVEL]. • You cannot adjust [LCD BL LEVEL] when: – The LCD panel is closed on your camcorder with the LCD screen facing out. – The power is supplied from the AC Adaptor. Playing back images on your camcorder Still images stored on a “Memory...
  • Page 90 “Memory Stick Duo.” • You cannot copy a movie from the hard disk to a “Memory Stick Duo” as a still image during playback on your camcorder. Viewing on the TV You cannot view the image or hear the sound on the TV.
  • Page 91 Because of following Cannot use settings [FADER] [SUPER NIGHTSHOT], [COLOR SLOW SHTR], [D.EFFECT], [CANDLE], [FIREWORKS] [D.EFFECT] [SUPER NIGHTSHOT], [COLOR SLOW SHTR], [FADER] [OLD MOVIE] [SCENE SELECTION], [PICT.EFFECT] [PICT.EFFECT] [OLD MOVIE] [STEADYSHOT] [SMTH SLW REC] (HDR-SR5) [TELE MACRO] [SCENE SELECTION] [AUTO SLW [SMTH SLW REC], SHUTTR] [D.EFFECT], [SCENE...

  • Page 92: Warning Indicators And Messages

    (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. C:(or E:) ss:ss (Self-diagnosis display) C:04:ss •...

  • Page 93: Hard Disk

    If messages appear on the screen, follow the instructions. x Hard disk HDD format error. • The hard disk of the camcorder is set differently from the default format. Performing [ FORMAT] (p. 57) may enable you to use your camcorder.
  • Page 94 When you touch [YES], a new image management file is created. The old recorded images on the hard disk of the camcorder cannot be played back (Image files are not damaged). If you execute [REPAIR IMG.DB F.] after creating new information, playing back the old recorded images may become possible.

  • Page 95: Pictbridge Compliant Printer

    x PictBridge compliant printer Not connected to PictBridge compatible printer. • Turn off the printer and on again, then remove the USB cable (supplied) and reconnect it. Cannot print. Check the printer. • Turn off the printer and on again, then remove the USB cable (supplied) and reconnect it.

  • Page 96: Additional Information

    Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad Power supply You can use your camcorder in any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder within the AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz range. Use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet [b].

  • Page 97: World Time Difference

    Setting to the local time You can easily set the clock to the local time by setting a time difference when using your camcorder abroad. Touch [AREA SET] and [DST SET] or [SUMMERTIME] (p. 74). World time difference Time-zone Area setting...

  • Page 98: Files On The Camcorder Hard Disk/Folder Structure

    The file/folder structure is shown below. You do not usually need to acknowledge the file/ folder structure, when recording/playing back images on the camcorder. To enjoy still images or movies by connecting to a computer, see “Picture Motion Browser Guide,” then use the supplied application.

  • Page 99: Maintenance And Precautions

    “Memory Stick,” with your camcorder. However, we do not guarantee the operation of all types of “Memory Stick Duo” on your camcorder. (See the list below for more details.) Types of “Memory Stick” “Memory Stick Duo”* (without MagicGate) “Memory Stick Duo”*...
  • Page 100 • If you eject the “Memory Stick Duo,” or remove the battery pack for replacement while your camcorder is reading or writing image files on the “Memory Stick Duo” (while the access lamp is lit or flashing). • If you use the “Memory Stick Duo” near magnets or magnetic fields.

  • Page 101: About The "Infolithium" Battery Pack

    “Design rule for Camera File system” universal standard established by the JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). • On your camcorder, you cannot play back still images recorded on other devices (DCR- TRV900 or DSC-D700/D770) that do not conform to the universal standard. (These models are not sold in some regions.)

  • Page 102: About X.v.color

    About x.v.Color • x.v.Color is a more familiar term for the xvYCC standard proposed by Sony, and is a trademark of Sony. • xvYCC is an international standard for color space in video. This standard can express a wider color range than the currently used broadcast standard.
  • Page 103 If the battery is accidentally swallowed, consult a doctor immediately. • If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked: – consult your local authorized Sony service facility. – wash off any liquid that may have contacted your skin.
  • Page 104 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.
  • Page 105 Sony Corporation. • “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • “x.v.Color” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. • Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories.
  • Page 106 URL to download it. When downloading the source code, select HDR-SR7 as the model for your camcorder. http://www.sony.net/Products/Linux/ We would prefer you do not contact us about the contents of source code. Read “license2.pdf” in the “License” folder on the CD-ROM.

  • Page 107: Quick Reference

    Quick Reference Identifying parts and controls The numbers in ( ) are reference pages. A Power zoom lever (29, 37) B PHOTO button (28) C Eyecup (HDR-SR7/SR8) D Viewfinder (22) (HDR-SR7/SR8) E Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (22) (HDR-SR7/SR8) F ACCESS lamp (Hard disk) (27) (flash) button (30) H REMOTE jack I DC IN jack (16)
  • Page 108 The accessory can be turned on or off as you operate the POWER switch on your camcorder. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your accessory for details. The Active Interface Shoe has a safety device for fixing the installed accessory securely.
  • Page 109 A Speaker Playback sounds come out from the speaker. For how to adjust the volume, see page 36. B LCD screen/touch panel (21) C START/STOP button (28) D Zoom buttons (29, 37) (HOME) button (13, 61) F EASY button (23) G POWER switch (20) H /CHG (charge) lamp (16) (Movie)/...
  • Page 110 A Internal microphone (29) An Active Interface Shoe compatible microphone (optional) will take precedence when connected. B Flash (30) C Lens (Carl Zeiss Lens) (4) D NIGHTSHOT switch (31) E CAM CTRL dial (33) (HDR-SR7/SR8) F MANUAL button (33) (HDR-SR7/SR8) G BACK LIGHT button (32) H BATT (battery release) lever (17) I Tripod receptacle...
  • Page 111 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.

  • Page 112: Indicators Displayed During Recording/Playback

    Indicators displayed during recording/playback Recording movies Recording still images Viewing movies Viewing still images A Recording quality (HD/SD) (63) and recording mode (XP/HQ/SP/LP) (63) B HOME button (13) C Remaining battery (approx.) (17) D Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or [REC] (recording)) E Counter (hour/minute/second) F OPTION button (14) G Dual Rec (30)
  • Page 113 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 (29) Self-timer recording (83) Flash light (30), REDEYE REDUC (66) MICREF LEVEL low...

  • Page 114: Glossary

    (image compression) of video (movie) and audio. There are MPEG1 and MPEG2 formats. Your camcorder records movies with SD (standard definition) image quality in MPEG2 format. x MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 The latest image coding format standardized...

  • Page 115: Index

    Quick Reference Index Numeric 1080i/480i ...74 16:9 ...73 16:9 WIDE...65 480i ...74 4:3 ...65, 73 4:3 TV...42 5.1ch surround recording ...29 AC Adaptor...16 ADD by date ...51 Adjusting exposure for back light ...32, 88 AE SHIFT...64, 91 AREA SET ...74 AUTO SLW SHUTTR (Auto Slow Shutter)...65, 91 AVCHD format ...11, 99, 114...
  • Page 116 HDD INFO ...58 HDMI cable ...42 HDMI OUT jack ...41 Help ...13 High altitudes ...5 High Definition TV ...41 Holding the camcorder ...27 HOME MENU ...12, 61 CLOCK/LANG ...74 GENERAL SET ...75 MOVIE SETTINGS...63 OUTPUT SETTINGS ...73 PHOTO SETTINGS...67 SETTINGS category ...61...
  • Page 117 REDEYE REDUC ...66 Remaining Battery ...17 Hard disk ...58 Remaining battery...17 REMAINING (movie)...66 Remote Commander ...85, 111 REMOTE CTRL (Remote control)...75 REPAIR IMG.DB F..59 RESET ...109 S VIDEO cable ...43 S VIDEO jack ...53 SCENE SELECTION...80, 90 SD movie files ...98 SD QUALITY ...63 SD REC MODE...64 SD (standard definition) image...
  • Page 118 Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. http://www.sony.net/...

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