When
the
camcorder
is
connected
to
a
computer
• Do not try to format the hard disk
of
the
camcorder using a computer. Ifyou do so, your
camcorder may not operate correctly.
Note
on
disposal/transfer
•
If
you perform [MEDIA FORMAT]*to format
the hard disk
of
the camcorder, data may not be
completely deleted from the
hard
disk. When
you transfer the camcorder, it
is
recommended
that you perform
[BEMPTY]*
to
prevent the
recovery
of
your data.
In addition
to
the above, when you dispose
of
the camcorder, it
is
recommended that you
destroy the actual body
of
the camcorder.
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 ifnecessary (p. 10).
About
this
manual
• The LCD screens and indicators shown in this
manual were taken with a digital still camera,
and may look different from what you actually
see.
• In this Operating Guide, the hard disk and
"Memory Stick PRO Duo" are called "media."
• The screenshots are from Windows Vista, and
may vary depending
on
the operating system
of
the computer.
* Refer also
to
"Handycam Handbook" (PDF)
and
"PMB Guide."
Table
of
contents
IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
2
Read
this first 4
Getting
Started
Step
1:
Charging the battery pack 8
Step
2:
Turning the
power
on, and
setting the date and
time
10
Changing the language setting
10
Step
3:
Selecting the media
11
Recording/Playback
Recording
13
Playback 14
Playing the image on a1V
15
Other parts and functions
of
the
camcorder
16
Indicators displayed during recording/
playback
18.
Performing various
functions-
,,~
HOME" and
"0..=
OPTION"
20
Saving images
22
Deleting images
23
Enjoying
with
a
computer
Performing
with
a computer 24
Handbook/software
to
be installed
24
Installing "Picture Motion Browser"
24
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting 27
Self-diagnosis displaylWarning
indicators
28
Additional
Information
Precautions 30
Specifications
32
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