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When the camcorder is connected to a
computer
• Do not try to format the “Memory Stick PRO
Duo” in the camcorder using a computer. If you
do so, your camcorder may not operate
correctly.
About language setting
• The on-screen displays in each local language are
used for illustrating the operating procedures.
Change the screen language before using your
camcorder if necessary (p. 11).
About this manual
• The images of the LCD screen used in this
manual for illustration purposes are captured
using a digital still camera, and therefore may
appear different from the actual images of the
LCD screen.
• Design and specifications of your camcorder
and accessories are subject to change without
notice.
• The screenshots are from Windows Vista. The
scenes may vary depending on the operating
system of the computer.
• Refer also to “Handycam Handbook” (PDF) and
“PMB Guide.”
Table of Contents
Read this first ..................................2
Step 1: Charging the battery pack... 7
Step 2: Turning the power on, and
setting the date and time.............10
Changing the language setting
................................................... 11
Step 3: Inserting a “Memory Stick
PRO Duo”....................................12
Recording...................................... 13
Playback........................................ 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............................... 23
Deleting images.............................24
Performing with a computer ..........26
Installing and viewing “Handycam
Handbook” (PDF)....................... 26
Installing “Picture Motion Browser”
................................................... 26
Troubleshooting.............................30
Precautions ...................................32
Specifications ................................33
Getting Started
Recording/Playback
Enjoying with a computer
Troubleshooting
Additional Information