Sony DCR-SX83 Handycam® User manual

SON_ 4_171_s13_,1/1!
DCR-SX83
Digital Video Camera Recorder
Operating Guide
Guia de operaciones
M_NDRY _TI[K M _'_
© 2010 Sony Corporation

Owner'sRecord
The model and serial numbers are located
on the bottom. Record the serial number
in the space provided below. Refbr to these
numbers whenew, r you call upon your Sony
dealer regarding this product.
Model No. DCR-
Serial No.
Model No. AC-
Serial No.
This symbol is intended
to alert the user to the
presence of important
operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying
the appliance.
To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not
expose the unit to rain or moisture.
Do not expose the batteries to
excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or
the like.
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NO USE_-SERVlCEAIJLEPARRSINSIDE
rtEFERSErtVlClNGTOQUALIFIEDSERVICEPERSONNEL.
This symbol is intended
to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated
"dangerous wfltage" within
the product's enclosure
that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute
a risk of electric shock to
persons.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
• Read these instructions.
• Keep these instructions.
• Heed all warnings.
• Follow all instructions.
• Do not use this apparatus near water.
• Clean only with dry cloth.
• Do not block aW w.ntilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufhcturer's
instructions.
• Do not install near aW heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
• Do not detbat the satbty purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug
has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a
third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safet}: If
the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, conw.nience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
• Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
• Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or
sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to awfid injury from tip-ow.r.
• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus
has been damaged in any wa}; such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has
been spilled or objects haw. fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to
rain or moisture, does not operate normall}; or has been dropped.
• If the shape of the plug does not fit the power outlet, use an attachment plug adaptor of the
proper configuration fbr the power outlet.

Representative plug of power supply cord of countries/regions around the world.
Go o o G o
A l_T,e B 'I_T,e BF l_T,e B3 'I?q_e CType SE "I?q_e O "I_T,e
(American (British Type) (British Type) (British'I?_pe) ((EE'I_,pe) (CEE'I_pe) (Ocean 'I_,pe)
133,e)
The representatiw, supply voltage and plug type are described in this chart.
Depend on an area, Diffbrent type of plug and supply voltage are used.
Attention: Power cord meeting demands from each country shall be used.
- For only the United States
Use a UL Listed, 1.5-3 m (5-10 ft.), Type SPT-2 or NISPT-2, AWG no. 18 power supply
cord, rated for 125 V 7 A, with a NEMA 1-15P plug rated for 125 V 15 A"
Europe
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency(Hz) Plugtype
Austria 230 50 C
Belgium 230 50 C
Czech 220 50 C
I)enmark 230 50 C
Finland 230 50 C
France 230 50 C
Germany 230 50 C
Greece 220 50 C
Hungary 220 50 C
Iceland 230 50 C
Ireland 230 50 C/BF
Italy 220 50 C
I,uxemburg 230 50 C
Netherlands 230 50 C
Norway 230 50 C
Poland 220 50 C
Portugal 230 50 C
Romania 220 50 C
Russia 220 50 C
Slovak 220 50 C
Spain 127/230 50 C
Sweden 230 50 C
Switzerland 230 50 C
UK 240 50 BF
Asia
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency(Hz) Plugtype
China 220 50 A
Hong Kong 200/220 50 BF
India 230/240 50 C
Indonesia 127/230 50 C
Japan 100 50/60 A
Korea (rep) 220 60 C
Malaysia 240 50 BF
Philippines 220/230 60 A/C
Singapore 230 50 BF
Taiwan 110 60 A
Thailand 220 50 (/BF

Countries/regions Voltage Frequency(Hz) Plugtype
VietllalIl 220 50 A/(
Oceania
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency(Hz) Plugtype
Australia 240 50 O
New Zealand 230/240 50 O
North America
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency(Hz) Plugtype
Canada 120 60 A
USA 120 60 A
Central America
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency(Hz) Plugtype
Bahamas 120/240 60 A
Costa Rica 110 60 A
Cuba 110/220 60 A/C
Dominican (rep) 110 60 A
El Salvador 110 60 A
Guatemala 120 60 A
Honduras 110 60 A
Jamaica 110 50 A
Mexico 120/127 60 A
Nicaragua 120/240 60 A
Panama 110/220 60 A
South America
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency(Hz) Plugtype
Argentina 220 50 (/BF/O
Brazil 127/220 60 A/C
Chile 220 50 C
Colombia 120 60 A
Peru 220 60 A/C
\_,nezuela 120 60 A
Middle East
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency(Hz) Plugtype
h'an 220 50 C/BF
Iraq 220 50 C/BF
Israel 230 50 C
Saudi Arabia 127/220 50 A/C/BF
Turkey 220 50 C
UAE 240 50 C/BF
Africa
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency(Hz) Plugtype
Algeria 127/220 50 (
Congo (dem) 220 50 C
Egypt 220 50 C
Ethiopia 220 50 C
Kenya 240 50 C/BF
Nigeria 230 50 C/BF
South Africa 220/230 50 C/BF
Tanzania 230 50 C/BF
Tunisia 220 50 C

Read this first
Betbre operating the unit, please read this
manual thoroughl?; and retain it for future
reference.
Battery pack
If the battery pack is mishandled, the
battery pack can burst, cause a fire or ew, n
chemical burns. Obserw, the fbllowing
cautions.
• Do not disassemble.
• Do not crush and do not expose the battery
pack to any shock or lbrce such as hammering,
dropping or stepping on it.
• Do not short circuit and do not allow metal
objects to come into contact with the battery
terminals.
• Do not expose to high temperature above 60°C
(140 °F) such as in direct sunlight or in a car
parked in the sun.
• Do not incinerate or dispose of in fire.
• Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion
batteries.
• Be sure to charge the battery pack using a
genuine Sony battery charger or a device that
can charge the battery pack.
• Keep the battery pack out of the reach of small
children.
• Keep the battery pack dr3c
• Replace onlywith the same or equNalent tTpe
recommended by Son3_
• Dispose of used battery packs promptly as
described in the instructions.
Replace the battery with the specified type
onb: Otherwise, fire or injury may result.
ACAdaptor
Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a
narrow space, such as between a wall and
furniture.
Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket)
when using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect
the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall
socket) immediately if aW malfunction
occurs while using your camcorder.
Ew,n if your camcorder is turned off., AC
power source (mains) is still supplied to
it while connected to the wall outlet (wall
socket) via the AC Adaptor.
RECYCLIN6LITHIUM-IONBATTERIES
Lithium-Ion batteries are
recyclable.
You can help preserw, our
environment by returning
your used rechargeable
batteries to the collection and
recycling location nearest you.
For more infbnnation
regarding recycling of
rechargeable batteries, call toll
free 1-800-822- 8837, or visit
http://www.rbrc.org/
Caution: Do not handle
damaged or leaking Lithium-
Ion batteries.
Battery pack
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference
receiw, d, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
This Class B digital apparatus complies
with Canadian ICES-003.

UL is an internationally recognized safety
organization.
The UL Mark on the product means it has
been UL Listed.
If you haw. aW questions about this
product, you may call:
SoW Customer Infi)rmation Center 1-800-
222-SONY (7669).
The number below is f;_rthe FCC related
matters o111}:
RegulatoryInformation
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: DCR-SX83
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego,
CA 92127 U.S.A.
Telephone No.: 858-942-2230
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
f;)llowing two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any
interfk.rence receiw.d, including
interfk.rence that may cause undesired
operation.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approw, d in
this manual could void your authority to
operate this equipment.
Note
This equipment has been tested and t;mnd
to comply with the limits fi_ra Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and
can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.
Howew.r, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment offand on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the fi_llowing
measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on
a circuit different f¥om that to which the
receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio
TV technician lbr help.
The supplied interface cable must be used
with the equipment in order to comply with
the limits fi_ra digital device pursuant to
Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Supplied items
The numbers in ( ) are the supplied
quantit}:
[] AC Adaptor (1)
[] Power cord (Mains lead) (1)
[] A/V connecting cable (1) []
[] USB cable (1) []
[] Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV30 (1)
[] CD-ROM "Handycam" Application
Software (1)
-"PMB" (software,including "PMBHelp")
-"Handycam"Handbook (PDF)
[] "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1)
[] []
• Seepage 19lk_rthe memory card you can use
with this camcorder.

Using the camcorder
• Do not hold the camcorder by the fbllowing
parts, and also do not hold the camcorder by
the jack covers.
LCDscreen
Batterypack
• The camcorder is not dustproofi:d, dripprootbd
or waterproofi:d. See "Precautions" (p. 55).
Menu items, LCD panel, and lens
• A menu item that isgrayed out is not available
under the current recording or playback
conditions.
• The LCD screen is manuthctured using
extremely high-precision technology, so over
99.99% of the pixels are operational for efi-bctive
use. However, there may be some tiny black
points and/or bright points (white, red, blue,
or green in color) that appear constantly on the
LCD screen. These points are normal results of
the manuthcturing process and do not afl-i:ct the
recording in any way.
Black points
White, red, blue or green points
• Exposing the LCD screen or the lens to direct
sunlight fbr long periods of time may cause
malfunctions.
• Do not aim at the sun. Doing so might cause
your camcorder to malfunction. Take images
of the sun only in low light conditions, such as
at dusk.
About changing the language setting
• The or>screen displays in each local language
are used fbr illustrating the operating
procedures. Change the screen language befbre
using your camcorder if necessary (p. 17).
Recording
• When you use a memory card with your
camcorder *br the first time, fbrmatting the
memory card with your camcorder (p. 51) is
recommended fbr stable operation.
All data recorded on the memory card will
be deleted when it is *brmatted, and cannot
be recovered. Save important data to your
computer, etc., befurehand.
• Befbre starting to record, test the recording
function to make sure that the image and sound
are recorded without any problems.
• Compensation fur the contents of recordings
cannot be provided, even if recording or
playback is not possible due to a malfi.mction of
the camcorder, storage media, etc.
• TV color systems difl-i:r depending on the
country/region. Tu view your recordings on a
T'v; you need an NTSC system based T'vi
• Television programs, fihns, video tapes,
and other materials may be copyrighted.
Unauthorized recording of such materials may
be contrary to copyright laws.
Note on playback
• hnages recorded on your camcorder may not
play correctly on other devices.
Conversel> images recorded on other devices
may not play correctly on this camcorder.

Save all your recorded image data
• To prevent your image data f)com being lost,
save all },our recorded images on external media
periodically. It is recommended that you save
the image data on a disc such as a DVD-R using
},our computer. Also, you can save your image
data using a VCR or a DVD/HDD recorder,
etc. (p. 41).
Notes on battery pack/AC Adaptor
• Be sure to remove the battery pack or the AC
Adaptor after turning off the camcorder.
• Disconnect the AC Adaptor fl'om the
camcorder, holding both the camcorder and the
DC plug.
Note on the camcorder/battery pack
tem peratu re
• When the temperature of the camcorder
or battery pack becomes extremely high or
extremely low, you may not be able to record
or play back on the camcorder, due to the
protection fi.,atures of the camcorder being
activated in such situations. In this case, an
indicator appears on the LCD screen.
Carl Zeiss lens
• _ur 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 lor video cameras and
offbrs a quality typical of a Carl Zeiss lens.
MTF- Modulation Transfer Function. The
number value indicates the amount of light
fl'om a subject coming into the lens.
When the camcorder is connected to a
computer or accessories
• Do not try to lbrmat the recording media of the
camcorder using a computer. If you do so, },our
camcorder may not operate correctly.
• When connecting },our camcorder to another
device with a cable, be sure to insert the
connector plug in the correct way. Pushing the
plug fbrcibly into the terminal will damage the
terminal and may result in a malfunction of
},our camcorder.
If you cannot record/play back images,
perform [MEDIA FORMAT]
• Ifyou repeat recording/deleting images fbr
a long time, f)cagmentation of data occurs on
the recording media. Images cannot be saved
or recorded. In such a case, save },our images
on some type of external media first, and then
peribrm ]MEDIA FORMAT] by touching
(MENU) _ [Show others] _ [MEDIA
FORMAT] (under _"_ [MANAGE MEDIA]
category) _ the desired medium _ [YES]
[YES] _ El.
Notes on optional accessories
• We recommend using genuine Sony accessories.
• Availability of such products is subject to
country/region.
About images, illustrations, and screen
displays of this manual
• Tile example images used in this manual for
illustration purposes are captured using a
digital still camera, and therefure may appear
diffbrent fl'om images and screen indicators that
actually appear on },our camcorder. And, tile
illustrations of },our camcorder and its screen
indication are exaggerated or simplified fur
understandabilit>
• In this manual, the internal memory of your
camcorder and memory card are called
"recording media2
• Design and specifications of your camcorder
and accessories are subject to change without
notice.
Confirm the model name of your
camcorder
• Confirm tile model name on the bottom of your
canlcorder.

•Donotdoanyofthefbllowing,otherwise,the
recordingmediamaybedamaged,recorded
imagesmaybeimpossibletoplaybackormay
belost,orothermalflmctionscouldoccur.
-Ejectthememorycardwhentheaccesslamp
(p.20)islitorflashing
-RemovethebatterypackorACAdaptorf)com
thecamcorder,orsubjectthecamcorderto
shockorvibraionwhenthe_ (Movie)/U_
(Photo)lamps(p.16)ortheaccesslamp
(p.20)arelitorflashing
•Whenusingashoulderbelt(soldseparately),do
notcrashthecamcorderagainstanobject.
•Donotuseyourcamcorderinveryloudareas.

Operation flow
Getting started (p. 14)
Prepare the power source and recording media.
Recording movies and photos (p. 21)
Recording movies _ p. 22
-_i.Changing the recording mode
-_i"Expected recording time (MEDIA INFO)
Shooting photos _ p. 24
Playing movies and photos
Playback on the camcorder "_ p. 25
Playing images on a TV "_ p. 28
Saving images
Saving movies and photos with a computer _ p. 32
Saving movies and photos in external media _ p. 39
Saving images with a DVD writer/recorder _ p. 41
Deleting movies and photos (p. 30)
If you delete the image data that has been saved on your computer _
or a disc, you can record new images on the flee media space
again

Table of contents
IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS............................................................ 3
Readthis first ......................................................................................... 6
Operation flow ..................................................................................... 11
_ Getting started
Step 1:Charging the battery pack ............................................................. 14
Charging the battery pack abroad .................................................... 15
Step 2:Turning the power on, and setting the date and time ........................... 16
Changing the language setting ........................................................ 17
Step 3: Preparing the recording media ....................................................... 18
Tocheck the recording media settings ............................................... 19
Dubbing or copying movies and photos from the internal recording media
to memory card ........................................................................... 20
_ Recording/Playback
Recording ........................................................................................... 21
Playback on the camcorder ..................................................................... 25
Playing images on a TV .......................................................................... 28
Making good use of your camcorder
Deleting movies and photos .................................................................... 30
_ Saving movies and photos with a computer
Preparing a computer (Windows) ............................................................. 32
When using a Macintosh ................................................................ 32
Starting PMB(Picture Motion Browser) ....................................................... 35
Creating a disc with one touch (One Touch Disc Burn) .................................... 35
Importing movies and photos to a computer ............................................... 36
Creating a disc ..................................................................................... 37
Copying a disc ............................................................................. 38
Editing movies ............................................................................ 38
Capturing photos from a movie ....................................................... 38
Saving images with an external device
Saving images in external media (DIRECTCOPY)........................................... 39
Creating a disc with a DVDwriter, recorder .................................................. 41

Customizing your camcorder
Using menus ....................................................................................... 46
Getting detailed information from the"Handycam"Handbook ......................... 52
_ Additional information
_ lroubleshooting ............................................................................... 53
Precautions ......................................................................................... 55
Specifications ...................................................................................... 57
Quick reference
Screen indicators .................................................................................. 60
Parts and controls ................................................................................. 61
Index ................................................................................................. 63
D-
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Step 1"Charging the battery pack
3
CHG (charge) lamp
DCIN jack
Battery pack J Powercord
(Mainslead)
DC plug
AC Adaptor To thewall outlet
(wall socket)
You can charge the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (V series) after attaching it to your
camcorder.
(_ Notes
• 5_u cannot attach any"InIbLITHIUM" battery pack other than the V seriesto your camcorder.
Turn offyour camcorder by closing the LCDscreen.
Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction of the arrow until it
clicks.
Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to your
camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket).
• Alignthe •mark on the DC plug with that on the DC IN jack.
The CHG (charge) lamp lights up and charging starts. The CHG (charge) lamp turns off
when the battery pack is fully charged.
When the battery is charged, disconnect the ACAdaptor from the DCIN
jack of your camcorder.

_Tips
• See page 59 on recording and playing time.
• When your camcorder is on, you can check the approximate amount of remaining battery power with the
remaining battery indicator at the upper leI} on the LCD screen.
To remove the battery pack
(;lose the LCD screen. Slide the BATT (battery) release lever ((_)) and remove the battery
pack (@).
To use a wall outlet (wall socket) as a power source
Make the same connections as "Step 1: Charging the batter}, pack" Even if"the batter}, pack is
attached, the battery pack is not discharged.
You can charge the battery pack in any €0untries!regi0ns using the AC Adaptor supplied with
63
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, Do not use an electronic voltage transformer.
Notes on the battery pack
• When you remove the battery pack or disconnect the A(" Adaptor, close the LCD screen and make sure
that the ]l:]l(Movie)/€'! (Photo) lamps (p. 16), the access lamp (p. 20) are turned of__
• The CHG (charge) lamp flashes during charging under the fbllowing conditions:
- The battery pack is not attached correctl3c
- The battery pack is damaged.
- The temperature of the battery pack is lox_c
Remove the battery pack *)comyour camcorder and put it in a warm place.
- The temperature of the battery pack is high.
Remove the battery pack *)comyour camcorder and put it in a cool place.
• In the defhult setting, the power turns off automatically if you leave your camcorder without any
operation fbr about 5minutes, to save battery power ([A.SHUT OFF]).
Notes on the AC Adaptor
• Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the A(" Adaptor. Disconnect the A(" Adaptor _)com
the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately if any malfunction occurs while using your camcorder.
• Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow space, such as between a wall and *_.*rniture.
• Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic objects. This
may cause a malfunction.
_5

Step 2:Turning the power on, and setting the
date and time
1Open the LCD screen of your camcorder.
Your camcorder turns Oll.
• To tt*rnon ?Tourcamcorder when the LCD screenis open, pressPO\VER.
POWER button
_POWER
z_ ,,
MODE lamp
Select the desired geographical area with _/_, then touch [NEXT].
Touch the button on --
the LCD screen.
• To set the date and time again, touch _ (MENU) _ [Show others] _ [CLOCK/[] LANG]
¢
(under _ [GENERAL SET] category) _ [CLOCK SET]. \Vhen an item is not on the screen, touch
m/m until the item appears.
Set [DST SET] or [SUMMERTIME], date and time, then touch Ii_l.
The clock starts.
• If you set [DST SET] or [SUMMERTIME] to [ON], the clock advances 1 hour.
{IIIIISET _
_AN-1-2010 12:00 00AM SgT "

{_ Notes
• The date and time do not appear during recording, but they are automatically recorded on the recording
media, and can be displayed during playback. To display tbe date and time, touch _ (MENU)
[Sbow otbers] _ [PLAYBACK SET] (under _ [PLAY'BACK] category) _ ]DATA CODE] --' [DATE/
TIME] _ | _ | _ |.
• 5_u can turn offthe operation beeps by touching | (MENU) _ [Show others] _ [SOUND/DISP
SET] (under _¢_ [GENERAL SET] category) _ [BEEP] _ [OFF] _ _ _ _ _ Ik'_.
• Ifthe button you touch does not react correctly, calibrate the touch panel.
To turn offthe power
Close the LCD screen. The _ll (Movie) lamp flashes for a fbw seconds and the power is turned
off_
_Tips
• 5_u can turn off your camcorder also by pressing POWER.
• When [POWER ON BY LCD] is set to [OFF], turn offyour camcorder by pressing POWER. 63
Changing the language setting _
You can change the on-screen displays to show messages in a specified language.
Touch _ (MENU) _ [Show others] _ [CLOCK/IN LANG] (under % [GENERAL SET] 6_
category) _ [@LANGUAGE SET] _ a desired ianguage _ I1_/_ _ _.
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Step 3: Preparing the recording media
The recording media that can be used differs depending on your camcorder. The fbllowing
icons are displayed on the screen of your camcorder.
Internal memory Memory card
× In the defrult setting, both movies and photos are recorded on this recording media.5_u can peribrm
recording, playbackand editing operations on the selected medimn.
_Tips
• See page 59 for the recordable time of movies.
Touch _ (MENU) --_ [Show others] --_ [MEDIA SETTINGS] (under_
[MANAGE MEDIA] category) --_ [MOVIE MEDIA SET].
The [MOVIE MEDIA SET] screen appears.
Touch the desired recording media.
Touch [YES] --_ |.
The recording medium is changed.
Touch _ (MENU) --_ [Show others] --_ [MEDIA SETTINGS] (under_
[MANAGE MEDIA] category) --_ [PHOTO MEDIA SET].
The [PHOTO MEDIA SET] screen appears.
Touch the desired recording media.
Touch [YES] --_ IBlti.
The recording medium is changed.

Whenrecordinginmovierecordingmodeorphotorecordingmode,therecordingmedia
, The icon dispIayed on the LCD screen varies depending on the camcorder you, use.
{_ Notes
•Set the recording medium to [MEMORY CARD] to record movies and/or photos on memory card. 63
Types of memory card that can be used with your camcorder 3.
• Only "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media, "Memory Stick PRO HG Duo" media, SD memory cards and
SDHC memory cards can be used with this camcorder. A MultiMediaCard cannot be used with this
camcorder. __
• In this manual, "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media and "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media are referred
to as "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media.
• Memory cards of up to 32 GB are guaranteed to work with ?,our camcorder.
Types of"Memory Stick" media that can be used with your camcorder
• For recording movies, it is recommended that you use "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media of 512 MB or
larger marked with:
- MEMORYSLIERPRO null ("Memory Stick PRO Duo" media) .×
-MEMORYSTI[I<PRO-HG DUO ("Memory Stick PRO_HG Duo" media)
× Marked with Mark2 or not, either can be used.
"MemoryStick PR0 Duo"media/'Memory Stick PR0-H6 Duo"media
(Thissizecan be used with your camc0rder.)
• "Memory Stick PRO Dud' media can be used only with "Memory Stick PRO" media compatible
equipment.
• Do not attach a label or the like on "Memory Stick PRO Dud' media or "Memory Stick Dud' media
adaptor.
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Open the cover, orient the memory card's notched corner as shown in the
illustration, and insert into the memory card slot until it clicks.
• (;lose the cover after inserting the memory card.
Access lamp
Note direction of notched corner.
The [Create a new hnage Database File.] screen may appear if you insert a new memory
card. In that case, touch [YES]. If you record only photos on the memory card, touch
[NO].
• Confirm the direction of the memory card.If you forciblyinsert the memory card in the wrong
direction, the memory card, memory card slot,or imagedata maybe damaged.
@ Notes
• If [Failed to create a new hnage Database File. It may be possible that there is not enough ficeespace.[
is displayed, initialize the memory card by touching _ (MENU) _ [Show others] _ [MEDIA
FORMAT[ (under _'a) [MANAGE MEDIA] category) _ [MEMORY CARD] _ [YES] _ [YES]
To eject the memory card
Open the cow'r and lightly push the memory card in once.
• Do not open the cover during recording.
• When inserting or ejectingthe memory card, be careiul sothat the memory carddoes not pop outand
drop.
Dubbing or Copying movies and photos from the interna! recording media
tO memory card
Touch _1 (MENU)_ [sh0W otherS] _ [MOVIE DUB]/[PHOTO COPY[ (Under _
[EDIT] category), then follow the displays on the screen.
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