Sony DSR-PD175P/PD177P Camcorder User Manual


 
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Read this first
Before operating this unit, please read this
manual thoroughly, and retain it for future
reference.
Types of cassette you can use in your
camcorder
Your camcorder is capable of recording in
DVCAM and DV formats.
When recording in DV format, Sony
recommends that you use mini DV
cassettes.
When recording in DVCAM format, Sony
recommends that you use mini DVCAM
cassettes. Your camcorder does not support
the Cassette Memory function (p. 99).
Types of “Memory Stick” media you
can use in your camcorder
You can use any “Memory Stick” media
that has the following markings.
“Memory Stick Duo” media
(This size can be used with your
camcorder.)
“Memory Stick” media
(You cannot use it in your camcorder.)
b Notes
• You cannot use any type of memory card
except “Memory Stick Duo” media.
• “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media can be
used only with “Memory Stick PRO”
media compatible equipment.
• Do not attach a label or the like on a
“Memory Stick Duo” media or a
“Memory Stick Duo” media Adaptor.
• When using a “Memory Stick Duo” media
with “Memory Stick” media compatible
equipment, insert the “Memory Stick
Duo” media into the “Memory Stick Duo”
media Adaptor.
Using the camcorder
• Do not hold the camcorder by the
following parts.
b Notes
• The camcorder is not dustproof, dripproof
or waterproof.
See “About handling of your camcorder”
(p. 105).
• Do not connect cables to your camcorder
with their terminals placed the wrong
way. Squeezing the terminals into your
camcorder's jacks may damage them or
results in a malfunction of your
camcorder.
Notes on use
LCD panel
Viewfinder
Lens hood
Internal microphone Microphone holder