Sony Handycam DCR-SX45E User Manual

DCR-SX45E/SX65E/SX85E
Table of contents
Getting started
Recording/Playback
Making good use of your
camcorder
Saving movies and photos
with a computer
Saving images with an
external device
Customizing your camcorder
Additional information
Quick reference
Digital Video Camera
Recorder
Operating Guide
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Sony Handycam DCR-SX45E Specifications

General

Brand	Sony
Model	Handycam DCR-SX45E
Category	Camcorder
Language	English

Summary

Initial Setup and Safety Precautions

Battery Pack and AC Adaptor Safety

Crucial safety guidelines for handling and using the battery pack and AC adaptor.

FCC Regulatory Compliance

Operation Flow and Quick Reference

Quick Reference: Indicators and Controls

Getting Started

Charging the Battery Pack

Instructions on how to charge the camcorder's battery pack using AC power.

Setting Date, Time, and Geographical Area

Steps to turn on the camcorder and configure date, time, and geographical area settings.

Preparing Recording Media

Recording and Playback

Recording Movies

Procedures for starting, stopping, and managing movie recordings.

Shooting Photos

Making Good Use of Your Camcorder

Deleting Movies and Photos

Steps to free up space by removing unwanted recorded images.

Saving Movies and Photos with a Computer

Computer Setup and PMB Software Installation

Transferring Files to a Computer

Step-by-step process for connecting the camcorder and transferring images.

Saving Images with an External Device

Saving Images to External USB Devices

Creating Discs with a DVD Writer

Additional Information and Support

Troubleshooting Common Camcorder Issues

Solutions for problems like power issues, recording failures, and connection errors.

Camcorder Precautions and Care Guidelines

Guidelines for safe operation, storage, cleaning, and handling.

Recording Time and Capacity Information

Quick Reference Guide

Screen Indicators Explained

Parts and Controls Identification