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4-154-011-13(1)
Digital Camcorder
Operating Guide
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly,
and retain it for future reference
DSR-PD175P/PD177P
© 2009 Sony Corporation
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Read this first Before operating this unit, please read this � Do not attach a label or the like on a manual thoroughly, and retain it for future “Memory Stick Duo” media or a reference. “Memory Stick Duo” media Adaptor. � When using a “Memory Stick Duo” media with “Memory Stick” media compatible Notes on use equipment, insert the “Memory Stick Duo” media into the “Memory Stick Duo” Types of cassette you can use in your media Adaptor. camcorder Your camcorder is capable of recording in U
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pack is beyond the safely operable range. About menu items, LCD panel, In this case, a message appears on the viewfinder, and lens screen or in the viewfinder (p. 96). � A menu item that is grayed out is not available under the current recording or On recording playback conditions. � Before starting to record, test the � The LCD screen and the viewfinder are recording function to make sure the manufactured using extremely high- picture and sound are recorded without precision technology,
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Read this first (Continued) � 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. 17). � Design and specifications of recording media and other accessories are subject to change without notice. 4
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Table of Contents Read this first ...........................................................................................2 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items ..............................................................8 Step 2: Attaching the lens hood with lens cover .......................................9 Step 3: Charging the battery pack ..........................................................10 Step 4: Turning the power on and holding your camcorder properly .....13 Step
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Table of Contents (Continued) Using the Menu Using the menu items ...........................................................54 Menu items ............................................................................................ 56 (CAMERA SET) menu .................................................................... 59 Settings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions (GAIN SETUP/ BACK LIGHT/STEADYSHOT, etc.) (AUDIO SET) menu ......................................................
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Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad ................................................................98 Maintenance and precautions ................................................................99 Usable cassette tapes ........................................................................ 99 Compatibility of the DVCAM/DV formats........................................... 100 About the “Memory Stick” media ...................................................... 101 About the “Inf
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Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that you have following items Large eyecup (1) (p. 15) supplied with your camcorder. The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that item supplied. � The cassette tape and “Memory Stick Duo” media are not included. See pages 2, 99 and 101 for types of cassette tapes and “Memory Stick Duo” media that you can use on your camcorder. Lens hood with lens cover (1) (p. 9) This lens hood is pre-mounted. AC Adaptor (1) (p. 10) CD-
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Getting Started Step 2: Attaching the lens hood with lens cover To open or close the shutter of the lens hood with lens cover Move the lens cover lever to OPEN to open the lens cover, and move the lever to CLOSE to close the lens cover. PUSH (lens hood release) button Align the marks on the lens hood to those on the camcorder, and turn the lens hood in the direction of the arrow 2. Lens cover lever To remove the lens hood with lens cover Turn the lens hood in the opposite direction to th
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Step 3: Charging the battery pack You can charge the optional 2 With the B mark on the DC plug “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (L facing outwards, connect the DC series) with the supplied AC plug to the DC IN jack on your Adaptor. camcorder. b Notes � You cannot use batteries other than the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (L series) (p. 103). B mark DC plug 3 Connect the power cord (mains DC IN jack lead) to the AC Adaptor. To the wall outlet (wall socket) AC Adaptor 4 Connect the power cord (ma
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Getting Started After charging the battery Recording time The CHG lamp turns off when the battery is Approximate time (min.) available when fully charged. Disconnect the AC Adaptor you use a fully charged battery pack. from the DC IN jack. Continuous Typical z Tips Battery pack recording recording time time* � You can check the remaining battery life with the battery info function (p. 49). NP-F570 145 70 155 75 To remove the battery pack NP-F770 305 150 Slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).
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Step 3: Charging the battery pack (Continued) – The battery pack is too hot. Replace the battery pack, or remove it and put it in a cool place. � The power will not be supplied from the battery as long as the AC Adaptor is connected to the DC IN jack of your camcorder, even when the power cord (mains lead) is disconnected from the wall outlet (wall socket). On the charging/recording/playback time � Times measured with the camcorder at 25 °C (77 °F). 10 to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F) is recomme
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Getting Started Step 4: Turning the power on and holding your camcorder properly To record or play back, set the POWER switch to the respective positions. 2 Hold the camcorder properly. When you use your camcorder for the first time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears (p. 16). POWER switch 3 Ensure a good grip, then fasten the grip belt. 1 Slide the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR while you press the green button. Press and hold the green button when you slide the POWER switch from OFF (CHG
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Step 5: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder The LCD panel The viewfinder Open the LCD panel 180 degrees (1), then Viewfinder lens rotate it to the best angle to record or play adjustment lever back (2). Move it until the picture becomes clear. 1 Open 180 degrees. 2 90 degrees (max.) 2 180 degrees (max.) b Notes � You may see primary colors shimmering in the viewfinder when you move your eye line. This is not a malfunction. The shimmering colors will not be recorded on the recording m
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Getting Started When the picture in the viewfinder is hard to see If you cannot see the picture in the viewfinder clearly under bright circumstances, use the supplied large eyecup. To attach the large eyecup, stretch it slightly and align it with the eyecup groove in the viewfinder. You can attach the large eyecup facing either the right or left side. b Notes � Do not remove the pre-attached eyecup. Large eyecup (supplied) Attach with the protruding part at the top. 15
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Step 6: Setting the date and time Set the date and time when using your camcorder for the first time. If you do not 2 Select (OTHERS) by turning set the date and time, [CLOCK SET] screen the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial, then appears every time you turn on your press the dial. camcorder or change the POWER switch positions. z Tips � If you do not use your camcorder for about 3 months, the built-in rechargeable battery gets discharged and the date and time settings may be cleared from memory. In
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Getting Started z Tips � The date and time are automatically recorded on the tape, and can be displayed during playback (DATA CODE button, p. 48). . Changing the language setting You can change the on-screen displays to show messages in a specified language. Press the MENU button and select (OTHERS) with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. Select the screen language in [LANGUAGE] (p. 79). 17
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Step 7: Inserting a tape or a “Memory Stick Duo” media b Notes Cassette tape � Do not push the portion marked while the cassette {DO NOT PUSH} See page 99 for details on tapes including compartment is sliding in. Doing so may which tapes can be used and how to protect cause a malfunction. from overwriting tapes. 3 Close the lid. 1 Slide and hold the OPEN/ EJECT lever in the direction of the arrow and open the lid. To eject the cassette Open the lid following the same procedure as descr
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Getting Started “Memory Stick Duo” media slot, or image “Memory Stick Duo” media data may be damaged. You can use only a “Memory Stick Duo” media marked with , or To eject a “Memory Stick Duo” media (p. 101). Lightly push the “Memory Stick Duo” media once. 1 Open the “Memory Stick Duo” b Notes media slot cover in the direction � When the access lamp is lit or flashing, your of the arrow. camcorder is reading/writing data. Do not shake or knock your camcorder, turn the power off, ejec
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Recording/Playback Recording Recording lamp REC START/ STOP button B Recording lamp Lens hood ASSIGN 7/ PHOTO button POWER switch REC START/STOP button A Your camcorder records movies on tape and still images on “Memory Stick Duo” media. Do the following steps to record movies. 1 Open the shutter of the lens hood. 2 Slide the POWER switch to CAMERA while pressing the green button. Slide the POWER switch while pressing the green button 3 Press the REC START/STOP button A (or B). [STBY] t [REC]
