Sony HDR SR1 Operating Guide
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www.sony.net/ Printed on 70% or more recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)free vegetable oil based ink. Printed in Japan US 2-889-913-12(1) Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide HDR-SR1 Enjoying your camcorder 16 Getting Started 27 Shooting 36 Playback 44 Editing 55 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 2
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. 2 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 3
operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. Polarization This set may be equipped with a polarized ac power cord plugs, receptacles, and the point where the cord exits from the appliance. Accessories Do not place the set on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 4
time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the set due to lightning and power-line surges. Service Damage Requiring Service operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are specified in the operating instructions. Improper - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 5
damaged or leaking Lithium-Ion batteries. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. HDR-SR1 Serial No. Model No. ACNo - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 6
, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, on use Your camcorder is supplied with two kinds of operations guides. - "Operating Guide" (This manual) - "First Step Guide" for using your camcorder with the computer - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 7
ACCESS lamp (p. 36) is on: - to remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor from the camcorder. - to apply mechanical shock or vibration to the camcorder. • When connecting your camcorder to another device with an HDMI cable, a component video cable, or a USB cable, be sure to insert the connector plug in - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 8
operating procedures. Change the screen language before using your camcorder if necessary (p. 22). About the Carl Zeiss lens Your camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens, which was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. It adopts the MTF - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 9
When a drop occurs, or under a non-gravity condition, the block noise to protect the camcorder may also be recorded. If the drop sensor catches a drop repeatedly, recording/ playback may be stopped. Notes on battery pack/AC Adaptor • While the ACCESS lamp is lit, be sure to avoid the following. They - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 10
Handycam 9 Subject examples and solutions 14 Enjoying your camcorder Operation flow 16 Experience the beauty of HD (high definition) images 18 " HOME" and " OPTION" - Taking advantage of two types of menus 20 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items 27 Step 2: Charging the battery - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 11
the images 44 Using PB zoom Playing back a series of still images (Slide show) Playing the image on a TV 48 Saving images 54 Editing (OTHERS) category 55 Deleting images 55 Copying still images 57 Creating the Playlist 58 Dubbing/printing (SELECT DEVICES) category 61 Dubbing images 61 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 12
Customizing your camcorder What you can do with the (SETTINGS) category of the HOME MENU 68 Using the HOME MENU List of the (SETTINGS , SLIDE SHOW, SLIDE SHOW SET, etc. Using a Computer What you can do with Windows computer 88 Installing the "First Step Guide" and software 90 Viewing "First Step - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 13
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 94 Warning indicators and messages 107 Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad 112 Files on the camcorder hard disk/folder structure 114 About the AVCHD format 115 About the "Memory Stick 116 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 118 Maintenance and - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 14
Subject examples and solutions Shooting Checking your golf swing B Smooth slow recording 42 Flowers in close-up B Soft portrait 84 B Focus 82 B Telemacro 83 Focusing on the dog on the left side of the screen B Focus 82 B Spot focus 83 Focusing more distant objects B Landscape 84 B Focus 82 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 15
&Moon 84 B Focus 82 A sleeping child under dim light B NightShot 41 B Color Slow Shutter 85 Playback Viewing on the TV screen Editing, others Saving images on external media Deleting the unnecessary images Burning a disc for your friend Using your camcorder on a trip 48 54 55 61 112 15 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 16
is not a high definition TV, movies with HD (high definition) image quality will be displayed with SD (standard definition) image quality. • You can consult the [TV CONNECT Guide] (p. 48) displayed on the screen on connecting your TV and camcorder. • Images recorded with the SD (standard definition - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 17
the supplied CD-ROM for details. x Copying images to a computer t See First Step Guide on the supplied CD-ROM for details. x Dubbing images on VCR or DVD/HDD recorders (p. 62) B Delete images. If the hard disk of your camcorder is full, you cannot shoot new images. Delete the image data that have - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 18
) image quality. Select a recording format before you start shooting (p. 70). B HD (high definition) image quality AVCHD format B SD (standard definition) image quality MPEG2 format Image resolution: About 4.5 times of that of SD (standard definition) Records high definition images. Recommended - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 19
Enjoying your camcorder Recording time of movies HD (high definition) image quality AVCHD format Recording mode AVC HD 15M (XP) (highest quality) AVC HD 9M (HQ) (high quality) AVC HD 7M (SP) (standard quality) AVC HD 5M (LP) (long play) Approximate recordable time (hour minute) 4 h 7 h 8 h 30 m - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 20
MENU." This menu is the gateway to all the functions of your camcorder. See page 22 for further details. When deleting movies with HD (high definition) image quality, for example I don't want to keep these movies. What should I do? Try [EDIT] on the HOME MENU. You can select and delete them all at - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 21
your camcorder " OPTION MENU" enables you to access functions directly Just a touch on the screen during shooting or playback displays the functions available at that moment. You will find it easy to make various settings. See page 26 for further details. When deleting a movie with HD (high - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 22
on the rear side of the LCD panel (touch panel) to support it. Then, touch the buttons displayed on the screen with your thumb. Using the HOME MENU Selecting and deleting movies with HD (high definition) image quality on the edit screen is explained as an example. 1 While pressing the green button - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 23
Enjoying your camcorder 3 Touch (OTHERS). 7 Touch the image you want to delete. 4 Touch [EDIT]. 8 Touch t [YES] t . 5 Touch [ DELETE]. 6 Touch [ DELETE]. 23 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 24
B When you want to know something about the function of each item on the HOME MENU - HELP 1 Press (HOME). The HOME MENU appears. 2 Touch (HELP). The bottom of the (HELP) button turns orange. 3 Touch the item you want to know the content. When you touch an item, its explanation appears on the screen. - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 25
SMTH SLW REC (p. 42) VISUAL INDEX (p. 44) PLAYLIST (p. 58) OTHERS SELECT DEVICES MANAGE HDD/MEMORY SETTINGS EDIT (p. 55) PLAYLIST EDIT (p. 58) PRINT (p. 63) COMPUTER (p. 61) TV CONNECT Guide (p. 48) PRINTER (p. 63) FORMAT (p. 66) FORMAT (p. 66) INFO (p. 67) To customize your camcorder (p. 68). 25 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 26
function does not work under the situation. b Notes • The tabs and items that appear on the screen depend on the recording/playback status of your camcorder at the time. • Some items appear without a tab. Tab 2 Touch . 26 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 27
with your camcorder. The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that item supplied. AC Adaptor (1) (p. 28) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FM50 (1) (p. 28, 118) Mains lead (1) (p. 28) CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software" (1) (p. 88) Read This First (1) Operating Guide (This manual - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 28
plug, match it with the v mark on your camcorder. 4 Connect the power cord to the AC Adaptor and the wall outlet. The CHG (charge) lamp lights up and charging starts. The CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery is fully charged. 2 Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction of the - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 29
camcorder and the DC plug. z Tips • If you attach the battery pack or connect the AC Adaptor when the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG), your camcorder turns on, then off again, after a few seconds. To remove the battery time and battery information appear for about 7 seconds. You can view the battery - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 30
turns off. Bottom: When recording with the viewfinder while the LCD panel is closed. Playing time Approximate time (min.) available when you use a fully charged battery pack. HD (high definition) image quality Battery pack NP-FM50 (supplied) NP-QM71D NP-QM91D LCD panel opened* 155 LCD panel - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 31
that you use an NP-QM71D or NP-QM91D battery pack. • We do not recommend using an NP-FM30, which only allows short recording and playback times, with your camcorder. On the charging/recording/playback time • Times measured when using the camcorder at 25 °C (77 °F) (10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 32
your camcorder to be ready to shoot after the power is turned on. You cannot operate your camcorder during this time. • The lens cover opens time of purchase, the power turns off automatically if you leave your camcorder without any operation attempted for approximately 5 minutes, to save battery - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 33
. This setting is practical when you use your camcorder in bright conditions or you want to save battery power. The recorded image will not be affected time code) on or off. b Notes • Do not press the buttons below the LCD screen accidentally when you open or adjust the LCD panel. Viewfinder lens - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 34
and time when using this camcorder for the first time. If you do not set the date and time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears every time you turn on your camcorder or change the POWER switch position. b Notes • If you do not use your camcorder for about 4 months, the built-in rechargeable battery gets - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 35
up to the year 2037. For midnight, set it to 12:00 AM. For midday, set it to 12:00 PM. z Tips • The date and time does not appear during recording, but they are automatically recorded on the hard disk, and can be displayed during playback (see page 76 for [DATA - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 36
Recording the images (HOME) C (HOME) D PHOTO Lens cover Opens in accordance with the setting of the POWER disk or "Memory Stick Duo." Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder, and do not disconnect the battery or AC Adaptor. Fastening the grip belt Inserting a "Memory Stick Duo" Open the - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 37
a movie (Dual Rec) t See page 41. To switch to the movie recording mode using the (HOME) button 1 Press (HOME) C (or D) when the power of the camcorder is on. 2 Touch (CAMERA) on the HOME MENU. 3 Touch [MOVIE]. Continued , 37 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 38
, the image has been recorded. To switch to the still image recording mode using the (HOME) button 1 Press (HOME) C (or D) when the power of the camcorder is on. 2 Touch (CAMERA) on the HOME MENU. 3 Touch [PHOTO]. 38 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 39
STILL MEDIA]. tab t Zooming You can magnify images from about 1.1 to 10 times the original size with the power zoom lever or the zoom buttons below the in which you want to save still images, then touch . Your camcorder returns to recording standby mode. If you select [MEMORY STICK], appears on - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 40
supports 5.1ch surround sound. For details, refer to the instruction manual HD (high definition) image quality, you need an AVCHD format device compatible with 5.1ch surround. • You can create a disc, which contains the movies recorded on your camcorder, on a computer using the supplied software - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 41
flash may not be effective. • When attaching a conversion lens (optional) or a filter (optional) to your camcorder, the flash light does not emit light. z Tips your fingers or other objects. and remove the conversion lens (optional). • Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 82) when it is hard to - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 42
). 4 Touch [SMTH SLW REC]. Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side (2). z Tips • A mirror-image of the subject appears on the LCD [SMTH SLW REC] screen. 2 Touch . 3 Touch [TIMING]. Select one of the following start points for recording. 42 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 43
Rotate the camera control ring and select the item to be assigned. 3 Press MANUAL. z Tips • The functions of the items that can be assigned to the operation. • If you select [RESET] while adjusting an item manually, all the items adjusted manually are reset to the default settings. • You can assign - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 44
Lens cover Closes in accordance with (VIEW IMAGES). (HOME) D POWER switch (HOME) C (VIEW IMAGES) B (VIEW IMAGES) A Slide the POWER switch to turn on your camcorder. Press (VIEW IMAGES) A (or B). The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the LCD screen. (It may take some time movies with HD (high - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 45
with /. z Tips • A touch of / makes the reverse/fast forward approximately 5 times faster, 2 touches makes it approximately 10 times faster, 3 touches makes it approximately 30 times faster, and 4 touches makes it approximately 60 times faster. • There is i on the movie you played the last - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 46
the VISUAL INDEX screen Previous/Next (OPTION) To switch to the playback mode using the (HOME) button 1 Press (HOME) C (or D) when the power of the camcorder is on. 2 Touch (VIEW IMAGES) on the HOME MENU. 3 Touch [VISUAL INDEX]. 46 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 47
Playback Using PB zoom You can magnify still images from about 1.1 to 5 times the original size. Magnification can be adjusted with the power zoom lever or the zoom buttons below the LCD screen. Playing back a series of still - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 48
connected jack. Refer to the instruction manuals of the TV. r Connect your camcorder and TV referring to [TV CONNECT Guide]. r Make the required output settings on your camcorder (page 49). Jacks on your camcorder Open the jack cover and connect the cable. Selecting the most advantageous connection - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 49
played back with HD (high definition) image quality. Images recorded with SD (standard definition) image quality are played back with SD (standard definition) image quality. Input jacks on the TV Playback t (p. 49) t (p. 50) Type Camcorder Cable TV Component video cable (supplied) (Green - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 50
Playing the image on a TV (Continued) Type Camcorder Cable TV HDMI cable (optional) : Signal flow HOME MENU setting b Notes • Use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo. • Images are not output from the HDMI OUT jack, if copyright protection signals are recorded in the images. • Some TVs may - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 51
a non-high-definition 16:9 (wide) or 4:3 TV Images recorded with HD (high definition) quality is converted to SD (standard definition) and played HOME MENU, then select (SETTINGS) t [MOVIE SETTINGS] t [WIDE SELECT] t [4:3] on your camcorder when recording an image (p. 71). Playback Continued , 51 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 52
Playing the image on a TV (Continued) Type Camcorder Cable : Signal flow TV HOME MENU setting Component video cable (supplied) (Green) Y (Blue) PB/CB (Red) PR/CR A/V connecting cable (supplied) (Red) (White) (Yellow) (SETTINGS) t [OUTPUT SETTINGS] t [COMPONENT] t [480i] (p. 78) ( - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 53
is used to output images, images are output with SD (standard definition) image quality. z Tips • If you connect your camcorder to your TV using more than one type of cable to output images, the order of priority of the output signal is as follows: HDMI t component video t S VIDEO t audio/video - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 54
a disc with selected images You can save images copied to your computer on a disc. You can also edit those images. See "First Step Guide" on the supplied CD-ROM. Saving images by connecting your camcorder to other devices Dubbing to VCR or DVD/HDD devices See "Dubbing to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 55
media (p. 54). • Do not try to delete the files on the hard disk of the camcorder using a computer. 1 Turn on your camcorder, then press (HOME). 2 Touch (OTHERS) t [EDIT]. 3 Touch [ DELETE]. Editing 4 Touch [ DELETE], [ DELETE], or [ DELETE], according to the type of image you want to delete - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 56
on your camcorder, then press (HOME). The selected scene is marked with . Press and hold the image on the LCD screen to confirm the image. Touch to return to the previous screen. 2 Touch (OTHERS) t [EDIT]. 6 Touch t [YES] t . To delete all images of the same type (on each tab) at one time In step - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 57
is protected. z Tips • You can select up to 100 still images at one time. • You can delete a still image when viewing it using [DELETE] on (OPTION a "Memory Stick Duo" in your camcorder before the operation. 1 Turn on your camcorder, then press (HOME). 2 Touch (OTHERS) t [EDIT]. 3 Touch [ t COPY]. 4 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 58
Playlist. Playlist Glossary (p. 134) b Notes • Images with HD (high definition) image quality and SD (standard definition) image quality are added to an individual Playlist. 1 Turn on your camcorder, then press (HOME). 2 Touch (OTHERS) t [PLAYLIST EDIT]. 3 Touch [ ADD] or [ ADD]. 4 Touch the scene - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 59
battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder while editing the Playlist. It may damage the hard disk. • You cannot add still images to a Playlist. z Tips • You can add a maximum of 999 movies with HD using the supplied software (p. 88). Playing the Playlist 1 Turn on your camcorder, then press - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 60
even if you erase the scenes from the Playlist. Changing the order within the Playlist 1 Turn on your camcorder, then press (HOME). 2 Touch (OTHERS) t [PLAYLIST EDIT]. 3 Touch [ MOVE] or [ MOVE]. 4 Select the scene to be moved. 6 Select the destination with [T]/ [t]. Destination bar Press and - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 61
) Image quality of recorded images Image quality of created discs HD t HD SD t SD Creating a disc with images edited on a computer Image quality of recorded images Image quality of created discs HD t HD or SD SD t SD HD: High definition SD: Standard definition 61 Dubbing/printing - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 62
camcorder to the wall outlet using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 28). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected. b Notes • Movies recorded with HD You cannot dub to recorders connected with an HDMI cable. • To hide the screen indicators (such as - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 63
) with the A/V connecting cable (supplied) 1 or an A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO (optional) 2. Connect your camcorder to the input jacks of the recording device. 4 Start the playback on your camcorder, and record it on the recording device. Refer to the instruction manuals supplied with your - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 64
the USB cable from your camcorder or the printer. - To remove the "Memory Stick Duo" from your camcorder, in the support the date printing function. Refer to your printer's instruction manual for details. • We cannot guarantee the printing of images recorded with a device other than your camcorder - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 65
Utilizing recording media (MANAGE HDD/MEMORY) category This category enables you to use the hard disk or a "Memory Stick Duo" for various purposes. (MANAGE HDD/MEMORY) category Item list FORMAT You can format the hard disk and recover recordable free space (p. 66). FORMAT You can format the "Memory - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 66
be formatted into your camcorder. 2 Touch (MANAGE HDD/ MEMORY) t [ FORMAT]. 3 Press (HOME). 4 Touch (MANAGE HDD/ MEMORY) t [ FORMAT]. 3 Touch [YES] t [YES]. 4 When [Completed.] appears, touch . b Notes • While [ FORMAT] is activated, do not remove the AC Adaptor or the battery pack. 66 5 Touch - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 67
Checking the HDD information You can display the hard disk information, and check the approximate amount of free hard disk space. 1 Turn on your camcorder, then press (HOME). 2 Touch (MANAGE HDD/ MEMORY) t [ INFO]. To turn off the display Touch . b Notes • The calculation for hard disk space is 1MB - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 68
Using the HOME MENU 3 Touch the desired setup item. If the item is not on the screen, touch v/ V to change the page. 1 Turn on your camcorder, then press (HOME). (HOME) (HOME) 4 Touch the desired item. If the item is not on the screen, touch v/ V to change the page. (SETTINGS) category 2 Touch - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 69
DEMO MODE 79 REC LAMP 79 CALIBRATION 120 A.SHUT OFF 80 REMOTE CTRL 80 DISC BURN SET 80 DROP SENSOR 80 Continued , 69 Customizing your camcorder - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 70
definition) image quality from 4 levels. HD XP Records in the highest quality mode. (AVC HD 15M (XP)) HD HQ Records in high quality mode. (AVC HD 9M (HQ)) B HD SP Records in standard quality mode. (AVC HD 7M (SP)) HD LP Increases the recording time (Long Play). (AVC HD 5M (LP)) b Notes • If you - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 71
lens (optional). • The maximum shooting distance using [NS LIGHT] is about 3 m (10 feet). WIDE SELECT When recording with SD (standard definition) image quality, you can select the aspect ratio according to the TV connected. Refer also to the instruction manuals , 71 Customizing your camcorder - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 72
where brightness is at a preset level. This is useful as a guide when adjusting the brightness. When you change the default setting, is displayed the remaining recording time of movies for about 8 seconds in situations such as those described below. - When your camcorder recognizes the remaining - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 73
item of the camera control ring. However, if you set [EXPOSURE] after setting [AE SHIFT] manually, [EXPOSURE] will override [AE SHIFT]. PHOTO SETTINGS (Items for recording still images) Touch 1, then IMAGE SIZE] can be set only during recording standby. Customizing your camcorder Continued , 73 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 74
fixed as follows depending on the recording image quality: - [ 2.3M] with HD (high definition) image quality - [ 2.3M] in the aspect ratio 16:9 All numbers measured when using a "Memory Stick Duo" made by Sony Corporation. The number of recordable images varies depending on the recording - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 75
72. FLASH LEVEL You can set this function when you use the built-in flash, or an external flash (optional) that is compatible with your camcorder. HIGH( ) Makes the flash level higher. B NORMAL( ) LOW( ) Makes the flash level lower. REDEYE REDUC You can set this function when you use the built - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 76
a flash. • The data code is displayed on the TV screen if you connect your camcorder to a TV. • The indicator toggles through the following sequences as you press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander: [DATE/TIME] t [CAMERA DATA] t [OFF] (no indication). • Depending on the hard disk condition, bars - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 77
NORMAL Standard brightness. BRIGHT Brightens the LCD screen. b Notes • When you connect your camcorder to outside power sources, [BRIGHT] is automatically selected for the setting. • When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is slightly reduced during recording. • If you open the LCD panel 180 degrees - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 78
viewfinder. V-OUT/PANEL Shows displays such as the time code on the TV screen, LCD screen, and in the viewfinder. COMPONENT Select [COMPONENT] when connecting your camcorder to a TV with the component input jack. 480i Select this when connecting your camcorder to a TV with the component input jack - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 79
(OPTION MENU) t page 81 CLOCK SET See page 34. AREA SET You can adjust a time difference without stopping the clock. Set your local area using v/V when using your camcorder overseas. Refer to the world time difference on page 113. DST SET/SUMMERTIME You can change this setting without stopping the - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 80
function. See "First Step Guide" on the supplied CD-ROM for details on the and still images. and Saves movies with HD (high definition) image quality, and still default setting. When the drop sensor has detected that the camcorder has been dropped ( appears), recording or playing back recorded - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 81
MENU b Notes • The tabs and items that appear on the screen depend on the recording/playback status of your camcorder at the time. • Some items appear without a tab. 1 While using your camcorder, touch (OPTION) on the screen. 3 Change the setting, then touch . When the item you want is not on the - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 82
MICREF LEVEL GUIDEFRAME ZEBRA FLASH LEVEL REDEYE REDUC QUALITY IMAGE SIZE SELF-TIMER STILL MEDIA TIMING a 70 a 70 a 70 - 86 a 72 a 72 a 75 a angle), then adjust the focus. • The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is about 1 cm (about - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 83
not located at the center of the screen. EXPOSURE You can fix the brightness of a picture manually. Adjust the brightness when the subject is too bright or too dark. Customizing your camcorder 1 Touch the subject on the screen. 9 appears. 2 Touch [END]. To adjust the focus automatically, touch - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 84
END] in step 1. • If you set [SPOT METER], [EXPOSURE] is automatically set to [MANUAL]. • The setting returns to [AUTO] when you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) setting also prevents your camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows that comes in between the camcorder and the subject. - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 85
]. • If you changed the battery pack, or moved your camcorder to or from outdoors when [AUTO] was selected, aim your camcorder at a nearby white object with lens (optional). • Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 82) when it is hard to focus automatically. • The shutter speed of your camcorder - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 86
Recording items on the OPTION MENU (Continued) WHITE FADER BLACK FADER D.EFFECT (Digital effect) You can add digital effects to your recordings. appears. 1 Touch the desired effect. 2 When you select [LUMI. KEY], adjust the effect with / , then touch . The image displayed when you touch is saved as - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 87
a 59 ADD a 59 PRINT a 63 SLIDE SHOW - 47 VOLUME a 76 DATA CODE a 76 SLIDE SHOW SET - 47 ADD a 58 ADD a 58 -- (No tab) COPIES DATE/TIME SIZE - 64 - 64 - 64 * Items that are included in the HOME MENU also. Customizing your - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 88
compatible device. About "First Step Guide" The "First Step Guide" is an instruction manual you can refer to on your computer. This describes basic operations, from initial hookup of your camcorder and computer and making settings, to general operation the first time you use the software "Picture - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 89
in 2ch sound. • Some computers do not support 8 cm discs (such as DVD+R DL (double-layered)). • If you use a Notebook PC, connect it to the AC Adaptor as the power source when you view or edit movies recorded in HD (high definition) format. Otherwise, the software will not work properly due to the - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 90
on the computer. Installing the "First Step Guide" and software You need to install the "First Step Guide" and software to your Windows computer before connecting your camcorder to the computer. The installation is required only for the first time. Contents to be installed and procedures may differ - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 91
starts. When [Save is complete] appears, click [OK] to finish the installation. To install the First Step Guide in PDF In step 4, click [First Step Guide (PDF)]. To install the software "Adobe Reader" to display the PDF file In step 4, click [Adobe(R) Reader(R)]. 4 Click [Next]. Continued , 91 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 92
following installation screens appears, depending on the computer environment. Check the screen and follow the instructions displayed to install the required software. x Sonic UDF Reader Software required to recognize an AVCHD format disc x Windows Media Format 9 Series Runtime (Windows 2000 only - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 93
secure and useful customer support. http://www.sony.net/registration/di/ • You can also start by selecting [Start], [Programs] ([All Programs] for Windows XP), [Sony Picture Utility], [First Step Guide], [HDR-SR1], then [HDR-SR1 First Step Guide.html]. • To view "First Step Guide" in HTML without - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 94
If you run into any problems using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer. Notes before sending your camcorder for repair • Your camcorder may be required to initialize or change - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 95
charge the battery again. If the problem persists, replace the battery pack with a new one (p. 28). A problem occurs when the camcorder is connected to the AC Adaptor. • Turn off the power, and disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet. Then, connect it again. Continued , 95 Troubleshooting - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 96
if you disconnect the DC plug or remove the battery pack without turning off the power first. This is not a malfunction. The buttons do not appear on the touch panel. • Touch the LCD screen lightly. • Press DISP/BATT INFO on your camcorder (or DISPLAY on the Remote Commander) (p. 33). The buttons - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 97
cannot delete all images at one time. • Release the lock on the is not supported by your camcorder (p. 116). The data file name flashes. • The file is damaged. • The file format is not supported by your camcorder (p. 116). REC] - [FADER] - [D.EFFECT] - [PICT.EFFECT] Continued , 97 Troubleshooting - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 98
Troubleshooting (Continued) The ACCESS lamp remains lit or flashing even when you stop recording. • Your camcorder EFFECT] - [PICT.EFFECT] - The conversion lens (optional) attached • Even if auto flash camcorder. The actual recording time for movie is less than the expected approximate recording time - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 99
camcorder, there may be a slight time difference between the point where you press START/STOP and the actual point that recording movie starts/stops. This is not a malfunction. The movie aspect ratio (16:9/4:3) cannot be changed. • The aspect ratio of the movie recorded with HD Troubleshooting - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 100
80). • Insert a battery into the battery holder with the +/- polarities Remove the conversion lens (optional) as the black paper. Playing back images on your camcorder Still images stored on a "Memory Stick if you have modified files or folders, or have edited the data on a computer. (The file name - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 101
times. • This may appear on still images recorded on other devices, edited on a computer, etc. • You removed the AC Adaptor or the battery The file format is not supported on your camcorder (p. 114). Viewing on the TV video cable, make sure the red and white plugs of the A/ V connecting cable are - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 102
Troubleshooting (Continued) The aspect ratio of the playback is not correct when connecting your camcorder to the TV. • Set [TV TYPE] depending on your TV (p. 78). The image appears distorted on the 4:3 TV. • This happens when viewing an image recorded - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 103
AC Adaptor. You cannot use [WIDE SELECT]. • You cannot use [WIDE SELECT] together with HD (high definition) image quality. Editing images on your camcorder Unable to edit. • There are no images recorded. • Unable to edit plugs of the A/V connecting cable, too (p. 52). Continued , 103 Troubleshooting - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 104
USB device other than the keyboard, the mouse, and the camcorder from the computer. • Disconnect the cable from the computer and camcorder, restart the computer, then connect them again correctly. Cannot use the supplied software, Picture Motion Browser, on the Macintosh computer. • You cannot use - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 105
insert the connector in the correct direction, then connect the USB cable to the USB jack on your camcorder firmly. • Select (SELECT DEVICES) t [COMPUTER] t [ Stick Duo" during camcorder operation such playback or editing. Finish camcorder operation before connecting the camcorder to the computer. - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 106
Troubleshooting ( in your camcorder. • The USB cable (supplied) was not removed with the right procedure. Connect your camcorder to the computer AVCHD" software to play a disc you created on a computer, by recording images with HD (high definition) image quality transferred from your camcorder - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 107
symptoms you can fix by yourself. If the problem persists even after you have tried a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. C:(or E:) ss:ss (Self-diagnosis display) C:04:ss • The battery pack is not an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. Use an "InfoLITHIUM - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 108
situations. Use the camcorder under stable conditions. * You hear a melody when the warning indicators appear on the screen (p. 77). Description of warning messages If messages appear on the screen, follow the instructions. x Hard disk Drive error. Turn on power again. • A problem occurred with the - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 109
the maximum number that can be recorded at one time of recording with the Dual Rec function(p. 41). camcorder cannot be played back. (Image files are not damaged.) In this case, copy the image files to computer using the supplied software. See "First Step Guide" on the supplied CD-ROM for details. HD - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 110
Writing data onto the hard disk of the camcorder has failed. Attempts were made to recover the Stick. • Reinsert the "Memory Stick Duo" a few times. If even then the indicator flashes, the "Memory Stick printer and on again, then remove the USB cable (supplied) and reconnect it. Not connected to - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 111
the external flash and disable charging. Lens accessory attached. Cannot use flash. x Other Please connect AC adaptor. • You are trying to format the camcorder hard disk, while the battery capacity is low. Use the AC Adaptor as the power source to prevent the battery from wearing out in the middle - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 112
camcorder within the AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz range. Use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet [b]. AC-L15A [a] [b] Viewing images recorded with HD (high definition) image quality In countries/regions where 1080/60i is supported - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 113
You can easily set the clock to the local time by setting a time difference when using your camcorder abroad. Set (SETTINGS) t [CLOCK/ LANG] t [AREA SET] and [DST SET]/[SUMMERTIME] on the HOME MENU (p. 34). World time difference Time-zone differences GMT +01:00 +02:00 +03:00 +03:30 +04:00 +04:30 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 114
the file/ folder structure, when recording/playing back images on the camcorder. To enjoy still images or movies by connecting to a computer, see and not usually displayed. B HD movie management information folder This folder contains recording data of movies with HD (high definition) image quality. - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 115
. The MPEG-4 AVC/ H.264 format enables a high definition video signal shot on a digital video camera recorder to be recorded on 8 cm DVD discs, internal hard disk drive, flash memory, etc. Recording and playback on your camcorder Based on the AVCHD format, your camcorder records with the HD (high - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 116
Stick." *2 The types of "Memory Stick" that support high speed data transfer. The speed of data transfer (Windows OS/Mac OS) does not have guaranteed compatibility with your camcorder. 116 • power off on your camcorder, or remove the battery pack for replacement while your camcorder is reading or - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 117
Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). • On your camcorder, you cannot play back still images recorded on other " that has been used with another device, format it with your camcorder (p. 66). Note that formatting erases all information on the "Memory Stick Duo." • - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 118
of your camcorder, and displays the remaining battery time in minutes. With an AC Adaptor/charger, the remaining battery time and charging time appear. To charge the battery pack • Be sure to charge the battery pack before you start using your camcorder. • We recommend charging the battery pack in - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 119
, or the lens may be exposed to direct sunlight. This damages the inside of the viewfinder or the LCD screen. - Anywhere very humid. • Operate your camcorder on DC 7.2 V (battery pack) or DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor). • For DC or AC operation, use the accessories recommended in these operating instructions - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 120
battery electrolytic liquid has leaked: - consult your local authorized Sony service facility. - wash off any liquid that may have contacted your skin. - if any liquid gets in your eyes, wash with plenty of water and consult a doctor. x When not using your camcorder for a long time • Periodically - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 121
mold, periodically clean the lens as described above. It is recommended that you operate your camcorder about once a month to keep it in optimum state for a long time. On charging the pre-installed rechargeable battery Your camcorder has a pre-installed rechargeable battery to retain the date - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 122
HD): AVCHD 1080/60i Movie (SD): MPEG2-PS Still image: Exif *1 Ver.2.2 Recording/playback time (HD) AVC HD 15M (XP): Approx. 240 min AVC HD 9M (HQ): Approx. 420 min AVC HD 7M (SP): Approx. 510 min AVC HD Lens camcorder's setting information at the time of recording. *2The unique pixel array of Sony - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 123
pack attached Mass (approx.) 640 g (1 lb 6 oz) main unit only 720 g (1 lb 9 oz) including the NPFM50 rechargeable battery pack Supplied accessories See page 27. AC Adaptor AC-L15A Power requirements AC 100 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz Current consumption 0.35 - 0.18 A Power consumption 18 W Output voltage DC - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 124
cord * See the label on the AC Adaptor for other specifications. Rechargeable battery pack (NP-FM50) Maximum output voltage Handycam" and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • "AVCHD" and "AVCHD" logotype are trademarks of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. and Sony manual. 124 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 125
included in the camcorder. This informs you that you have a right to have access to, modify, and redistribute source code for these software programs under the conditions of the supplied GPL/LGPL. Source code is provided on the web. Use the following URL to download it. http://www.sony.net/Products - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 126
39, 47) B PHOTO button (38) C Eyecup D Viewfinder (33) E Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (33) F POWER switch (32) G (Movie)/ (Still) mode charge) lamp (28) I Hooks for a shoulder belt Attach a shoulder belt (optional). J Battery pack (28) K ACCESS lamp (Hard disk) (36) L REMOTE jack M i (headphones - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 127
or off as you operate the POWER switch on your camcorder. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your accessory for details. The Active Interface Shoe has a safety device for fixing the installed accessory securely. To connect an accessory, press down and push it to the end, and then - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 128
Identifying parts and controls (Continued) A RESET button Initializes all the settings, including the setting of the date and time. B DISP/BATT INFO button (29, 33) C LCD screen/touch panel (20, 33) D START/STOP button (37) E Zoom buttons (39, 47) F (HOME) button (22, 68) G DISC - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 129
Lens (Carl Zeiss Lens) (8) D Camera control ring (43) E Camera recording lamp (79) Lights up in red during recording. Flashes when remaining hard disk space or battery power is low. F (VIEW IMAGES) button (44) G BACK LIGHT button (42) H MANUAL remote sensor to operate your camcorder. Continued , 129 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 130
A DATA CODE button (76) Displays the date and time or camera setting data of the recorded images when you . • Point the Remote Commander towards the remote sensor to operate your camcorder (p. 129). • When no commands have been sent from the Remote / v / V. • To change the battery, see page 121. - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 131
Indicators displayed during recording/playback Recording movies Recording still images A Recording format (HD/SD) (18) and recording mode (XP/HQ/SP/LP) (70) B HOME button (20) C Remaining battery (approx.) (29) D Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or [REC] (recording)) E Counter (hour/minute/ - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 132
Indicators displayed during recording/playback (Continued) Viewing movies Viewing still images A Recording format (HD/SD) (18) and recording mode (XP/HQ/SP/LP) (70) B Return button C Remaining battery (approx.) (29) D Playback mode E Current scene number/Number of total scenes F Counter (hour/ - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 133
during recording/playback to indicate the settings of your camcorder. Upper left Center Upper right Bottom Upper left 71) Tele macro (83) Zebra (72) Data code during recording The recording date and time is recorded automatically on the hard disk and "Memory Stick Duo." They are not displayed - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 134
more than twice the efficiency. Your camcorder employs MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 to encode high definition movies. x OPTION MENU The OPTION MENU appears when (OPTION) is pressed, and allows quick access to the functions available for your camcorder's status at that time. x Original A movie recorded by your - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 135
image quality The image quality, HD (high definition) or SD (standard definition), can be selected for movies. The higher the recording quality, the shorter the recording time of the hard disk. x Thumbnail Reduced-size images which enable you to view many images at the same time. "VISUAL INDEX" use - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 136
AVCHD format ....18, 115, 134 A.SHUT OFF (Auto shut off 80 A/V connecting cable .....49, 62 A/V OUT jack 49, 62 B BACK LIGHT 42, 99 Backup........See Saving images BATT (battery release) lever 29 Battery BATT INFO (Battery info 29 Remaining battery See First Step Guide Editing 55 EXPOSURE 83, - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 137
HD QUALITY 70 HD REC MODE 70 HD (high definition) image quality 18 HDD INFO 67 HDMI cable 50 HDMI OUT jack 49 Help HOME MENU 24 Software 89 High altitudes 9 High Definition TV 49 Holding the camcorder battery 33 Lens cover AVC time 30 Playlist Creating 58 Continued , 137 Quick Reference - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 138
121 Preparation Camcorder 27 Computer 88 Previous/Next buttons ..........46 Print 63 PROGRAM AE............84, 102 Q QUALITY 75 R REC LAMP (Recording lamp 79 REC SET 70 Recording format............18, 70 Recording image quality 18, 135 Recording time 30 REDEYE REDUC 75 Remaining Battery 29 - Sony HDR SR1 | Operating Guide - Page 139
Windows 88, 89 World time difference.........113 Write-protect tab 116 X XP 70 Z ZEBRA 72 Zoom 39 Zoom lever 39 139 Quick Reference
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Digital HD Video Camera Recorder
Operating Guide
HDR-SR1
Enjoying your
camcorder
16
Getting Started
27
Shooting
36
Playback
44
Editing
55
Dubbing/printing
61
Utilizing recording media
65
Customizing your
camcorder
68
Using a Computer
88
Troubleshooting
94
Additional
Information
112
Quick
Reference
126