Sony HDR SR12 - Handycam Camcorder - 1080i driver and firmware
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Operating Guide - Page 2
... SAFEGUARDS
For your protection, please read these safety instructions completely before operating the appliance, and keep this manual for future reference. Carefully observe all warnings, precautions and instructions on the appliance, or the one described in the operating instructions and adhere to them.
Use
Power Sources
This set should be operated only from the type of...
Operating Guide - Page 3
... from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the set due to lightning and power-line surges.
Service
Damage Requiring Service
Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: - When the power cord or plug is damaged or
frayed. - If liquid...
Operating Guide - Page 5
...8226; USB cable (1) D • Wireless Remote Commander (1) A button-type lithium battery is already installed. • Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH60 (1) • CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software"
(1) (p. 26) - Picture Motion Browser (Software) - PMB Guide - Handycam Handbook (PDF) • "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1)
US
A
B
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D
Using the camcorder
• The camcorder is not...
Operating Guide - Page 7
... a digital still camera, and therefore may appear different from the actual images of the LCD screen.
• In this Operating Guide, the hard disk of your camcorder and "Memory Stick PRO Duo" are called "media."
• The screenshots are from Windows Vista. The scenes may vary depending on the operating system of the computer.
* Refer also to "Handycam Handbook...
Operating Guide - Page 8
... 15
Playing the image on a TV .......... 16 Name and functions of each part
17 Indicators displayed during recording/
playback 19 Performing various functions - "
HOME" and " OPTION 21 Saving images 24 Deleting images 25
Enjoying with a computer
Performing with a computer ......... 26 Installing and viewing "Handycam Handbook" (PDF 26 Installing "Picture Motion Browser 26
Troubleshooting...
Operating Guide - Page 21
... menu items, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) (p. 26).
(HOME) B
To see the explanation of the HOME MENU (HELP)
1 Press (HOME) A (or B). 2 Touch (HELP).
The bottom of (HELP) turns orange.
Recording/Playback
(OPTION) (HOME) A
Using the HOME MENU
You can change the operating settings for your convenience. Press (HOME) A (or B) to display the menu screen.
Menu...
Operating Guide - Page 26
... supported by Macintosh computers. To use a Macintosh computer connected to your camcorder, see the following website for details. http://guide.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/mac/ms/us/
Installing and viewing "Handycam Handbook" (PDF)
To view "Handycam Handbook" (PDF), you need to install Adobe Reader on your computer. 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Place the CD-ROM (supplied) in the disc
drive of your computer...
Operating Guide - Page 27
... Windows Vista: 1 GB or more
Hard disk: Disk volume required for installation: Approximately 500 MB (10 GB or more may be necessary when creating AVCHD format discs.)
Display: Minimum 1,024 × 768 dots
Others: USB port (this must be provided as standard, Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 compatible) is recommended), DVD burner (CD-ROM drive is necessary for installation)
Attention
This camcorder captures...
Operating Guide - Page 28
... required software. qa Restart the computer if required to complete the installation. qs Remove the CD-ROM from the disc drive of your computer.
To disconnect the USB cable
1 Click the icon t [Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device] t [OK] (Windows 2000 only) on the task tray on the bottom right of the desktop of the computer.
2 Touch [END] t [YES] on the screen of your camcorder...
Operating Guide - Page 30
... the power source. Reconnect it and operate your camcorder again.
• A malfunction that you cannot service has occurred. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Inform them of the 5digit code, which starts from "E."
• When the indicator flashes slowly, the file is damaged or unreadable.
• An error may have occurred with the hard disk drive...
Operating Guide - Page 32
... inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any further.
• Avoid rough handling, disassembling, modifying, physical shock, or impact such as hammering, dropping or stepping on the product. Be particularly careful of the lens.
• Keep the POWER switch setting to OFF (CHG) when you...
Operating Guide - Page 33
...installed rechargeable battery is not charged, the camcorder operation will not be affected as long as you are not recording the date.
x Procedures Connect your camcorder to a wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor, and leave it with the POWER switch set... Remote Commander may shorten, or the Remote Commander may not function properly. In this case, replace the battery with a Sony ...
Operating Guide - Page 35
... g (1 lb 6 oz) including the supplied rechargeable battery pack HDR-SR12: 570 g (1 lb 4 oz) main unit only 650 g (1 lb 6 oz) including the supplied rechargeable battery pack
Handycam Station DCRA-C210
Input/Output connectors
A/V OUT jack: Component/video and audio output jack
USB jack: mini-B
AC Adaptor AC-L200/L200B
Power requirements: AC 100 V - 240 V, 50/60 Hz...