Troubleshooting - Sony HANDYCAM DCR-DVD405 Operating Manual

Troubleshooting
If you run into any problems using your camcorder, use the following table to
troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, remove the power source and
contact your Sony dealer.
The camcorder does not operate even when the power is set to on.
•
Disconnect the AC
Adaptor
from the _all outlet or remove the
battery pack,
then reconnect it
afler about 1 minute, lfthe fimctions still do not work_ press the RESET button (p.47) using a
sharp-pointed ohject, llf you press the RESET buttom all settings, including the clock setting,
are reseL except the Personal Menu items.)
• The temperature of your camcorder is extremely high. Turn off your camcorder and leave it
for a while in a cool place.
Buttons do not work.
• During Easy Handycam operation, the available buttons arc limited. Cancel Eas_ Handycam
operation (p.33).
You cannot turn Easy Handycam operation on or off.
• You cannot turn Easy Handycam operation on or off while recording or communicating with
another device via USB cable. Cancel Easy Handycam operation (p.33).
Settings change during Easy Handycam operation.
• Some of the settings of your camcorder arc restored to the default setting when you set Easy
Handycam operation (p.33).
[DEMO MODE] does not start.
• You cannot vie_ the demonstration when the NIGHTSHOT s_ itch is set to ON. Set the
NIGHTSHOT switch to OFF (p.45).
• Remove the disc and "Memory Stick Duo" from your camcorder (p.29, 30).
• Set the POWER switch to _ (Movie).
Your camcorder vibrates.
• Vibration occurs depending on the condition of the disc. This is not a nmlfimction.
A vibration is felt in your hand or a faint sound is heard during operation.
• This is not a malfunction.
A motor sound is heard from your camcorder periodically.
• This is not a malfunction.
A motor sound is heard in the camcorder when the disc cover is closed without
a disc.
• Your camcorder recognizes the disc. This is not a mallhlnction.
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