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Troubleshooting
If you run into any problems using your camcorder, use the following table to
troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, remove the power source and
contact your Sony dealer.
The camcorder does not operate even when the power is set to on.
• Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet or remove the battery pack, then reconnect it
after about 1 minute. If the functions still do not work, press the RESET button (p.49) using a
sharp-pointed object. (If you press the RESET button, all settings, including the clock setting,
are reset, except the Personal Menu items.)
• The temperature of your camcorder is extremely high. Turn off your camcorder and leave it
for a while in a cool place.
Buttons do not work.
• During Easy Handycam operation, the available buttons are limited. Cancel Easy Handycam
operation (p.34).
You cannot turn Easy Handycam operation on or off.
• You cannot turn Easy Handycam operation on or off while recording or communicating with
another device via USB cable (For DCR-DVD305/DVD755 ). Cancel Easy Handycam
operation (p.34).
Settings change during Easy Handycam operation.
• Some of the settings of your camcorder are restored to the default setting when you set Easy
Handycam operation (p.34).
[DEMO MODE] does not start.
• You cannot view the demonstration when the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch is set to ON. Set the
NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch to OFF (p.47).
• Remove the disc and “Memory Stick Duo” (For DCR-DVD305/DVD755) from your camcorder
(p.30,31).
• Set the POWER switch to (Movie).
Your camcorder vibrates.
• Vibration occurs depending on the condition of the disc. This is not a malfunction.
A vibration is felt in your hand or a faint sound is heard during operation.
• This is not a malfunction.
A motor sound is heard from your camcorder periodically.
• This is not a malfunction.
A motor sound is heard in the camcorder when the disc cover is closed without
a disc.
• Your camcorder recognizes the disc. This is not a malfunction.
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Overall operations/Easy Handycam