Sony DCR-HC62E Bedienungsanleitung

3-278-986-11(2)© 2008 Sony CorporationDigital Video Camera RecorderOperating GuideDCR-HC62EGetting Started 9Recording/Playback18Using the Menu 32Dubbi

10Step 2: Charging the battery packYou can charge the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (H series) (p. 79) after attaching it to your camcorder.b Notes• You

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11Getting StartedTo use an outside power sourceYou can operate your camcorder using the power from the wall outlet (wall socket) by making the same co

12Charging timeApproximate time (min.) required when you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack.Recording timeApproximate time (min.) available

13Getting StartedStep 3: Turning the power on and setting the date and timeSet the date and time when using this camcorder for the first time. If you

14You can change the on-screen displays to show messages in a specified language.Touch t [MENU] t (TIME/LANGU.) t [LANGUAGE], then select the desired

15Getting StartedStep 4: Making setting adjustments before recordingSlide the LENS COVER switch to OPEN.After recording, set the LENS COVER switch to

16Step 5: Inserting a tape or a “Memory Stick Duo”You can use mini DV cassettes only (p. 77).1 Slide and hold the OPEN/EJECT lever in the directio

17Getting Started2 Insert the “Memory Stick Duo” into the Memory Stick Duo slot in the right direction until it clicks.To eject a “Memory Stick Duo”Li

18Recording/PlaybackEasy Recording/Playback (Easy Handycam)With this Easy Handycam operation, most of the camera settings are automatically optimally

19Recording/PlaybackSlide the POWER switch E to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp. Touch the buttons on the screen B as follows.x To cancel Easy Handycam ope

2Read this firstBefore operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.To reduce fire or shock hazard, do n

20RecordingMovies are recorded on a tape.Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow repeatedly to turn on the CAMERA-TAPE lamp.Press REC STA

21Recording/PlaybackStill images are recorded on the “Memory Stick Duo.”Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow repeatedly to turn on the

22You can magnify images up to 25 times the original size with the power zoom lever or the zoom buttons below the LCD frame.Move the power zoom lever

23Recording/PlaybackTo adjust the exposure for backlit subjects, press . (back light) to display .. To cancel the backlight function, press . (back li

24PlaybackSlide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow repeatedly to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.Touch , then touch to start playback.* Play

25Recording/PlaybackTouch .The most recently recorded image is displayed.* is displayed on the tape playback screen.To display pictures on a “Memory

26You can magnify the recorded picture from about 1.1 to 5 times the original size.Magnification can be adjusted with the power zoom lever or the zoom

27Recording/PlaybackUnavailable settings during Easy HandycamDuring Easy Handycam operation, some items are unavailable. If an attempted setting is no

28You can search for the start point to start the next recording while viewing the pictures on the screen. The sound is not played back during the sea

29Recording/Playback3 Press mREW.The tape stops automatically when the tape counter reaches “0:00:00.”The tape counter returns to the time code displa

3A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience.Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be rep

30Playing the picture on a TVYou can connect your camcorder to the input jack of a TV or a VCR using the A/V connecting cable (1) or the A/V connectin

31Recording/PlaybackTo set the aspect ratio according to the connected TV (16:9/4:3)Change the aspect ratio of the image according to the screen size

32Using the MenuUsing the menu items1 Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow repeatedly to turn on the respective lamp.CAMERA-TAPE lamp:

33Using the MenuMenu itemsAvailable menu items (z) vary depending on which lamp is lit.During Easy Handycam operation, the following settings are auto

34 EDIT/PLAY menu (p. 46) VAR.SPD PB – – z– REC CTRL – – z–AUD DUB CTRL – – z–END SEARCH z – z– STANDARD SET menu (p. 48) REC MODE z – z SPAUDIO MODE

35Using the MenuCAMERA SET menuSettings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditionsThe default settings are marked with B.The indicators in p

36b Notes• If you set [SCENE SELECT], [WHITE BAL.] setting is canceled.You can adjust and fix the exposure to the subject, so that it is recorded in s

37Using the Menu3 Touch [ ]. flashes quickly. When the white balance has been adjusted and stored in the memory, the indicator stops flashing.b Notes•

38This is useful to shoot small subjects, such as flowers or insects. You can blur out backgrounds and the subject stands out clearer.When you set [TE

39Using the MenuWhen you set [SELF-TIMER] to [ON] ( ), the self-timer starts recording in about 10 seconds after pressing PHOTO to record still images

4For more detailed information about recycling of this product or battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal servi

40MEMORY SET menuSettings for the “Memory Stick Duo”The default settings are marked with B.The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are sel

41Using the MenuIn 16:9 aspect ratiob Notes• All numbers measured at the following settings:Top: [FINE] is selected for image quality.Bottom: [STANDAR

42B SERIESAssigns file numbers in sequence even if the “Memory Stick Duo” is replaced with another one. The file number is reset when a new folder is

43Using the MenuOVERLAP (fade in only)WIPE (fade in only)DOT FADER (fade in only)Plays back in sequence the images stored on a “Memory Stick Duo,” or

44FLASH (flash motion)Records a movie with a serial-still-image effect (strobe effect).LUMI. KEY (luminance key)Replaces a brighter area in a still im

45Using the Menuz Tips• You can save pictures edited using special effects on a “Memory Stick Duo” (p. 58) or record them on another VCR/DVD device, e

46z Tips• The demonstration will be suspended in situations such as those described below.– When you touch the screen during the demonstration. (The d

47Using the MenuSee page 56.Using the internal stereo microphone (p. 88), you can add sound to a tape already recorded in the 12-bit mode (p. 48) with

48EXECThe most recently recorded picture is played back for about 5 seconds and then stops automatically.CANCELStops [END SEARCH].b Notes• After eject

49Using the MenuThe recorded picture will not be affected by this operation.x LCD BRIGHTYou can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen.1 Adjust the b

5• The camcorder is not dustproof, dripproof or waterproof.See “On use and care” (p. 81).• When connecting your camcorder to another device with commu

50CAMERA DATA (below)Displays camera setting data.ASteadyShot offBExposureCWhite balanceDGainEShutter speedFAperture valueb Notes• The exposure adjust

51Using the Menub Notes• When you connect your camcorder to a wall outlet (wall socket), [A.SHUT OFF] is automatically set to [NEVER].See page 83.CALI

52Customizing Personal MenuYou can add desired menu items to any Personal Menu allocated to the lamp positions currently lit. This is convenient if yo

53Using the Menu1 Touch t [P-MENU SET UP] t [SORT].If the desired menu item is not displayed, touch / .2 Touch the menu item you want to move.3 Touc

54Dubbing/EditingDubbing to VCR or DVD/HDD recordersYou can dub images played back on your camcorder to other recording devices, such as VCRs or DVD/H

55Dubbing/Editingb Notes• When you are connecting your camcorder to a monaural device, connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the vide

56Recording pictures from a VCR, etc.You can record pictures from a VCR, etc., onto a tape, you can also record a scene as a still image onto a “Memor

57Dubbing/Editing5 Start playing the cassette on the VCR.The picture played on the connected device appears on the LCD screen of your camcorder.6 Touc

58Dubbing pictures from a tape to a “Memory Stick Duo”You can record a desired scene onto a “Memory Stick Duo” as a still image, from a movie you reco

59Dubbing/EditingMarking images on the “Memory Stick Duo” with specific information (Print mark/Image protection)When you are using a “Memory Stick Du

6On recording• Before starting to record, test the recording function to make sure the picture and sound are recorded without any problems.• Compensat

60Printing recorded images (PictBridge compliant printer)You can print out pictures using a PictBridge compliant printer without connecting the camcor

61Dubbing/Editingb Notes• Refer also to the operating instructions for the printer to be used.• Do not attempt the following operations when is on th

62Using a ComputerWhat you can do with Windows computerWhen you install the “Picture Motion Browser” on a Windows computer from the supplied CD-ROM, y

63Using a ComputerOthers: USB port (this must be provided as standard, Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 compatible) is recommended), DV Interface (IEEE1394, i.

645 Select the desired language and the model name of your camcorder from the pull-down menu.6 Click [FirstStepGuide(HTML)].Installation starts.When [

65Using a ComputerViewing “First Step Guide”To view “First Step Guide” on your computer, Microsoft Internet Explorer Ver.6.0 or later is recommended.D

66TroubleshootingTroubleshootingIf you run into any problems using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem

67TroubleshootingThe power abruptly turns off.• When approximately 5 minutes have elapsed while you do not operate your camcorder, the camcorder is au

68The picture in the viewfinder is not clear.• Move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever until the picture appears clearly (p. 15).The picture in the

69TroubleshootingThe data file name is not indicated correctly, or flashes.• The file is damaged.• Use the file format that is compatible with your ca

7Table of ContentsRead this first ...2Notes on use ... 4Step 1: Checking supplied items .

70The backlight function does not function.• In the following settings, the backlight function is canceled.– [MANUAL] of [EXPOSURE]– [SPOT METER]• The

71TroubleshootingImage data stored on a “Memory Stick Duo” cannot be played back.• Image data cannot be played back if you have modified file or folde

72Pictures from connected devices are not displayed correctly.• The input signal is not PAL (p. 76).Still pictures cannot be dubbed from a tape to a “

73TroubleshootingWarning indicators and messagesIf indicators appear on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder, check the following.Some symptoms you can

74Q (Warning indicators pertaining to the tape)Slow flashing:• There is less than 5 minutes remaining on the tape.• No cassette is inserted.*• The wri

75TroubleshootingCheck the connected device.• Switch off the printer and switch it on again, then disconnect the USB cable and reconnect it.Cannot pri

76Additional InformationUsing your camcorder abroadPower supplyYou can use your camcorder in any country/region using the AC Adaptor supplied with you

77Additional InformationMaintenance and precautionsYou can use mini DV format cassettes only.Use a cassette with the mark.Your camcorder is not comp

78A “Memory Stick” is a compact, portable IC recording medium with a large data capacity. You can use the following types of “Memory Stick” listed bel

79Additional Information• The maximum memory capacity of a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” that can be used on your camcorder is 8 GB.Notes on using “Memory St

8What you can do with Windows computer ... 62Installing the “First Step Guide” and software ...

80– Use a large capacity battery pack: NP-FH70/FH100 (optional).• Frequent use of the LCD screen or a frequent playback, fast forward or rewind operat

81Additional Information• IEEE 1394 is an international standard standardized by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.About the i.LIN

82• Avoid rough handling, disassembling, modifying, physical shock, or impact such as hammering, dropping or stepping on the product. Be particularly

83Additional InformationVideo headIt is recommended you use a cleaning cassette (optional) before recording anything important.• If the video heads ar

84About care and storage of the lens• Wipe the surface of the lens clean with a soft cloth in the following instances:– When there are fingerprints on

85Additional Informationwithout the AC Adaptor connected or the battery pack attached. Use your camcorder after charging the pre-installed rechargeabl

86In CAMERA-TAPE:41 ~ 1 189 mm (1 5/8 ~ 46 7/8 in.) (16:9)43 ~ 1 075 mm (1 3/4 ~ 42 3/8 in.) (4:3)In CAMERA-MEMORY:36 ~ 900 mm (1 7/16 ~ 35 1/2 in.) (

87Additional InformationStorage temperature-20 °C to + 60 °C (-4 °F to + 140 °F)Dimensions (approx.)48 × 29 × 81 mm (1 15/16 × 1 3/16 × 3 1/4 in.) (w/

88Quick ReferenceIdentifying parts and controlsThe numbers in ( ) are reference pages.A NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch (22)B PHOTO button (18, 21)C Power zoom

89Quick ReferenceA DISP/BATT INFO button (11, 15)B EASY button (18)C RESET buttonInitializes all the settings, including the setting of the date and t

9Getting StartedGetting StartedStep 1: Checking supplied itemsMake sure that you have following items supplied with your camcorder.The number in the p

90A POWER switch (13)B Viewfinder (15)C Eyecup (84)D Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (15)E DV interface (54, 56)F DC IN jack (10)G CAMERA-TAPE, CAMER

91Quick ReferenceRemote Commanderb Notes• Remove the insulation sheet before using the Remote Commander.• Aim the Remote Commander towards the remote

92Indicators displayed during recording/playbackRecording moviesRecording still imagesViewing moviesViewing still imagesA Remaining battery (approx.)B

93Quick ReferenceV Previous/Next image button (25)W Index screen display button (25)X Image protection mark (59)Y Print mark (59)You can use the [DISP

94The date/time during recording and the camera setting data will be recorded automatically. They do not appear on the screen during recording, but yo

95Quick ReferenceIndexNumeric/Symbol12BIT...4816BIT...4821-pin adaptor...

96MOSAIC ...44MOSAIC FADER ...42Movie...18, 19, 20, 24NNEG.ART...44NE

97Quick ReferenceWrite-protect tab...77ZZero set memory...28Zoom...22