Sony Handycam DCR-HC85 Operation Manual page 113

Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
If you run into any problem using your
camcorder, use the following table to
troubleshoot the problem. If the problem
persists, remove the power source and
contact your Sony dealer.
If"C:V1VI:V1VI" is displayed on the LCD
screen or the viewfinder, the self-diagnosis
display function is activated. See page 121
for details.
Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions
The powe: does not mm on • The batta_, pack is dischmged running low, 0: not attached to the
camcorder.
-)Attach a charged batte W pack to the camcorder. (p 14)
-)Use the AC Adaptor to connect to the wall outlet (p. 17)
The camcorder does not operate even -_Disconnect the AC Adaptor flora the wall outlet or remove the batte: 7
when the power is set to on pack, then reconnect it afta about 1 minute. If the fimdions still do not
work, press the RESET button using a sharp-poimed object. (If you p:ess
the RESET button, all settings including the clock setting are reset,
except Pe:sonal Menu items)
A clattering noise is heard when the • This is because some lens fimctions on your camcorde: use a linear
camcorder is handled with the mechanism. This is not a malfimction.
POWER switch set to OFF (CHG) or
in the PLAY/EDIT mode
The supplied Remote Commande: -_ Set [REMOTE CTRL] on the (STANDARD SET) menu to [ON]
does not fimcfion. (p. 87)
a_Insat a batte:), into the batte:y holder with the + polarities conectly
matching the + marks. If this still does not solve fl:e problem, insat a
new batte:), since the battery is dead. (p. 142)
-)Remove any obstmdions between the Remote Commander and the
remote sensor.
The camcorder gets warm • This is because the powe: has been turned on fbr a long time This is not
a malfimction.
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