SonyメーカーDCR-HC39Eの使用説明書/サービス説明書
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DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-13(1) DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-13(1) Printed in Japan Printed on 100% recycled paper using V OC (V olatile Organic Compound)-free vegetab le oil based ink.
2 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-13(1) Read this first Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly , and retain it for future reference. WARNING T o prevent fire or shoc k hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
3 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-13(1) On using the camcorder • Do not hold the camcorder by the following parts. Viewfinder LCD panel Battery pack • Before connecting your camcorder to another device with a USB or i.LINK cable, be sure to insert the connector plug in the proper direction.
4 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) T able of Contents Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items ............................................................... 7 Step 2: Charging the battery pack ................................
5 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Continued Searching f or the star ting point ............................................................... 29 Searching for the last scene of the most r ecent recor ding (END SEARCH) ..........
6 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Marking images on the “Memory Stick Duo” with specific information (Image protection/Print mar k) ........................................................ 64 Printing recorded images (PictBr idge compliant printer) .
7 Getting Started DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that you hav e following items supplied with your camcorder . The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that item supplied. “Memory Stick Duo” 16MB (1) (p .
8 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Step 2: Charging the batter y pack Y ou can charge the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (P series) (p.
9 Getting Started DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) 6 The CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery is fully charged. Disconnect the A C Adaptor from the DC IN jack. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack holding both the Handycam Station and the DC plug.
10 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Charging time Approximate time (min.) required when you fully charge a fully dischar ged battery pack. Battery pack Charging time NP-FP30 (supplied with DCR-HC32E/ HC33E) 115 NP-FP50 (supplied with DCR-HC39E/ HC42E/HC43E) 125 NP-FP70 155 NP-FP90 220 Recording time Approximate time (min.
11 Getting Started DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) On the battery pack • Before changing the battery pack, slide the POWER switch up to OFF (CHG). • The CHG (char ge) lamp flashes during charging, or the battery information (p. 24) will not be correctly displayed under the following conditions.
12 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Step 3: T urning the power on and holding your camcorder firmly T o record or play back, slide the PO WER switch repeatedly to turn on the respectiv e lamp. When using it for the first time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears (p.
13 Getting Started DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-13(1) Step 4: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder The LCD panel Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder ( ), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play ( ). DISP/BA TT INFO 2 1 180 degrees (max.
14 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Step 5: Using the touch panel Y ou can play back recorded pictures (p. 21), or change the settings (p. 34) using the touch panel. Place your hand on the rear side of the LCD panel to support it. Then, touch the buttons displa yed on the screen.
15 Getting Started DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Step 6: Setting the date and time Set the date and time when using this camcorder for the first time. If you do not set the date and time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears ev ery time you turn on your camcorder or change the PO WER switch position.
16 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Step 7: Inserting a tape or a “Memor y Stick Duo” Cassette tape Y ou can use mini D V cassettes only (p. 103). • The recordable time v aries depending on [REC MODE] (p. 51). 1 Slide and hold the OPEN/EJECT lever in the direction of the arro w and open the lid.
17 Getting Started DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Step 8: Selecting the aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) of the recording picture (DCR-HC39E/HC42E/HC43E) By recording in the 16:9 (wide) mode, you can enjoy wide-angle, high-resolution pictures.
18 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Recording/Playback with ease (Easy Handycam) W ith this Easy Handycam operation, most of the camera settings are automatically adjusted optimally , which frees you from detailed adjustment.
19 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Recording/Playback Playing back with ease 1 Slide the PO WER switch in the direction of the arro w repeatedly to turn on the PLA Y/EDIT lamp. 2 Press EASY . The EASY lights up in blue. E a s y H an dy ca m o p e r at io n O N 3 Start playing back.
20 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Recording Open the lens cov er . PHO T O DCR-HC32E/HC33E: POWER s witch REC ST ART/ ST OP REC ST ART/ ST OP 1 Slide the PO WER switch in the direction of the arro w repeatedly to turn on the respective lamp to select a recording medium.
21 Recording/Playback DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Playback 1 Slide the PO WER switch in the direction of the arro w repeatedly to turn on the PLA Y/EDIT lamp. 2 Start playing back. Movies On a T ape: T ouch , then touch to start playback.
22 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Functions used for recording/playback, etc. 1 3 2 For DCR-HC39E/HC42E/HC43E: 4 5 6 7 For DCR-HC32E/HC33E: 7 6 4 5 8 Recording T o use zoom ....................... Move the po wer zoom lever slightly for a slower zoom.
23 Recording/Playback DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) T o adjust the exposure for backlit subjects ................................ T o adjust the exposure for backlit subjects, press B A CK LIGHT to display . T o cancel the back light function, press B A CK LIGHT again.
24 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) 9 qa 3 qs 0 6 qd Recording/playback T o check the remaining batter y (Battery Info) .......................... Set the PO WER switch up to OFF (CHG), then press DISP/B A TT INFO . The battery information appears for about 7 seconds.
25 Recording/Playback DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1).
26 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Indicators displayed during recording/playback Recording movies On a tape 1 3 2 4 5 7 6 Remaining battery (approx.
27 Recording/Playback DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) ( ) is a reference page. The indicators during recording will not be recorded. Viewing movies On a tape 1 2 qd 4 5 7 qf T ap.
28 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Indicators when you made changes Y ou can use [DISP GUIDE] (p. 14) to check the function of each indicator that appears on the LCD screen.
29 Recording/Playback DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Searching for the starting point Make sure that the CAMERA-T APE lamp lights up. Searching for the last scene of the most recent recording (END SEARCH) [END SEARCH] will not work once you eject the cassette after you hav e recorded on the tape.
30 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-13(1) Remote Commander Remove the insulation sheet before using the Remote Commander . Insulation sheet 6 1 q; 2 3 4 5 7 8 9 PHOT O (p. 20) The on-screen image when you press this button will be recorded as a still image.
31 Recording/Playback DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Searching for a scene by date of recording (Date search) Y ou can locate the point where the recording date changes. 1 Slide the PO WER switch down to turn on the PLA Y/EDIT lamp.
32 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Playing the picture on a TV Connect your camcorder to the wall socket using the supplied A C Adaptor for this operation (p. 8). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected.
33 Recording/Playback DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) • When you play back a picture recorded in 16:9 aspect ratio on a 4:3 TV not compatible with the 16:9 signal, set [TV TYPE] to [4:3].
34 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Using the menu items Follo w the instructions below to use each of the menu items listed after this page.
35 Using the Menu DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) After finishing the settings, touch (close) to hide the menu screen. If you decide not to change the setting, touch to return to the pre vious screen.
36 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-12(1) Menu items * 1 DCR-HC32E/HC33E * 2 DCR-HC39E/HC42E/HC43E * 3 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC42E/HC43E * 4 DCR-HC39E Position of lamp: T APE MEMOR Y PLAY/EDIT CAMERA SET menu (p. 38) PROGRAM AE × SPOT METER × EXPOSURE × WHITE BAL.
37 Using the Menu DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-12(1) A vailable menu items ( ) v ary depending on the position of the lamp. * These functions are av ailable during Easy Handycam operation. Position of lamp: T APE MEMOR Y PLAY/EDIT EDIT/PLA Y menu (p.
38 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) CAMERA SET menu Settings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions (EXPOSURE/WHITE BAL./STEADYSHOT , etc.) The default settings are marked with . The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected.
39 Using the Menu DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) EXPOSURE Y ou can fix the brightness of a picture manually . When recording indoors on a clear day , for instance, you can av oid backlight shadows on people ne xt to the window by fixing the e xposure to that of the wall side of the room.
40 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) SPOT FOCUS Y ou can select and adjust the focal point to aim it at a subject not located in the center of the screen. 1 2 T ouch the subject on the screen. appears. T ouch [END]. T o adjust the focus automatically , touch [A UTO] [END].
41 Using the Menu DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) AUTO (DCR-HC39E/HC42E/HC43E) Flashes automatically to reduce the red- eye phenomenon. • If the flash is not capable of preventing the red- eye phenomenon, you can select only [ON] or [A UTO].
42 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) DIGIT AL ZOOM Y ou can select the maximum zoom lev el in case you want to zoom to a le vel greater than 20 × (DCR-HC32E/HC33E) or 12 × (DCR-HC39E/HC42E/HC43E) while recording on a tape. Note that the image quality decreases when you are using the digital zoom.
43 Using the Menu DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) MEMOR Y SET menu Settings for the “Memory Stick Duo” (QUALITY/IMAGE SIZE/BURST/ALL ERASE/ NEW FOLDER, etc.) The default settings are marked with . The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected.
44 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) In 16:9 aspect ratio (DCR-HC39E/HC42E/HC43E) 1152 × 648 640 × 360 8MB 20 48 60 120 16MB (supplied with DCR-HC43E) 40 96 115 240 32MB 81 190 240 4.
45 Using the Menu DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) ALL ERASE Deletes all the pictures on a “Memory Stick Duo” without image protection, or in the selected folder . Select [ALL FILES] or [CURRENT FOLDER]. [ALL FILES]: Deletes all the images on the “Memory Stick Duo.
46 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) PICT .APPLI. menu Special effects on pictures or additional functions on recording/playback (PICT . EFFECT/SLIDE SHOW/INT .REC-STL, etc.) The default settings are marked with . The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected.
47 Using the Menu DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) SLIDE SHOW Plays back the images stored on a “Memory Stick Duo, ” or in a folder in sequence (slide show). T ouch [PB FOLDER]. Select [ALL FILES ( )] or [CURRENT FOLDER ( )], then touch .
48 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-13(1) • Adjust the focus manually using a tripod since adjusting the focus automatically is hard when [SLOW SHUTTR] is selected. ([FOCUS], p. 40) OLD MOVIE Adds an old movie ef fect with a sepia hue to pictures.
49 Using the Menu DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) T o cancel, touch [REC STOP], then [END]. • When your camcorder has shot se veral frames, it records them on the tape, after performing the END SEARCH function depending on the interval length.
50 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) EDIT/PLA Y menu Settings for editing or playing back in various modes (V AR.SPD PB/END SEARCH, etc.) The default settings are marked with . The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected.
51 Using the Menu DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-13(1) ST ANDARD SET menu Settings while recording on a tape or other basic settings (REC MODE/MUL TI-SOUND/ LCD/VF SET/DISP OUTPUT/USB, etc.) The default settings are marked with . The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected.
52 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) T ouch . LCD BL LEVEL Y ou can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen’ s backlight. NORMAL Standard brightness. BRIGHT Brightens the LCD screen. • When you connect your camcorder to outside power sources, [BRIGHT] is automatically selected for the setting.
53 Using the Menu DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) “First Step Guide” stored on the supplied CD-R OM (p. 68). USB-PL Y/EDT (USB-Play/Edit) Select this when you view pictures stored in your camcorder on your computer (p. 68), or when you connect your camcorder to a PictBridge compliant printer via a USB cable (supplied) (p.
54 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) BEEP ON A melody sounds when you start/stop recording, or operate the touch panel. OFF Cancels the melody . DISP OUTPUT LCD P ANEL Shows displays such as the time code on the LCD screen and in the viewfinder .
55 Using the Menu DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Customizing Personal Menu Y ou can add desired menu items to Personal Menu, and customize Personal Menu settings for each PO WER switch position. This is con venient if you add frequently used menu items to Personal Menu.
56 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Arranging the order of menu items displayed on Personal Menu 1 T ouch [P-MENU SET UP] [SORT]. If the desired menu item is not displayed, touch / . 2 T ouch the menu item y ou want to move. 3 T ouch / to mo ve the menu item to the desired place.
57 Dubbing/Editing DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Connecting to a VCR or TV Connect your camcorder to the wall socket using the supplied A C Adaptor for this operation (p. 8). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected.
58 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Dubbing to other recording devices Y ou can copy the picture played back on your camcorder to other recording devices (such as VCRs). 1 Connect your VCR to your camcorder as a recor ding device . See page 57 for connection details.
59 Dubbing/Editing DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) • The follo wing cannot be output via the DV interface: – Indicators – [PICT . EFFECT] (p. 48), [D. EFFECT] (p. 47) or PB zoom (p. 23). – Titles that are recorded on other camcorder .
60 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Dubbing pictures from a tape to a “Memor y Stick Duo” Y ou can record movies or still images on a “Memory Stick Duo. ” Make sure you hav e a recorded tape and a “Memory Stick Duo” inserted into your camcorder .
61 Dubbing/Editing DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Dubbing sound to a recorded tape Y ou can add sound to a tape already recorded in the 12-bit mode (p. 51) without erasing the original sound. Connecting Active Interf ace Shoe Internal microphone A/V connecting cable (supplied) Do not connect the V ideo plug (yellow).
62 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) – with the internal microphone. Check the picture on the LCD screen or the viewfinder . • F or DCR-HC39E/HC42E/HC43E: When you attach an exter.
63 Dubbing/Editing DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) • T o set the end point for audio dubbing, beforehand, press ZER O SET MEMOR Y on the Remote Commander at the scene at which you want to stop audio dubbing during playback. After step 2 to 4, the recording stops automatically at the selected scene.
64 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Marking images on the “Memor y Stick Duo” with specific information (Image protection/Print mark) When you are using a “Memory Stick Duo” with the write-protect tab, make sure the write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick Duo” is not set to the write-protect position (p.
65 Dubbing/Editing DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Printing recorded images (PictBridge compliant printer) Y ou can print out pictures using a PictBridge compliant printer without connecting the camcorder to a computer . Connect the supplied AC Adaptor to a wall socket for po wer .
66 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) – Removing the “Memory Stick Duo” from your camcorder . • If the printer stops working, disconnect the USB cable and restart the operation from the beginning.
67 Dubbing/Editing DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Jacks to connect external devices Camcorder 2 3 1 Bottom 4 5 Handycam Station 5 6 7 8 2 4 For DCR-HC39E/HC42E/HC43E: Activ e Interface Shoe (p. 61) The Active Interf ace Shoe supplies power to optional accessories such as a video light, a flash, or a microphone.
68 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-12(1) Before referring to the “First Step Guide” on your computer When you install the Picture Package software on a Windo ws computer from the supplied CD-R OM, you can enjoy the following operations by connecting your camcorder to your computer .
69 Using a Computer DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-12(1) About “First Step Guide” “First Step Guide” is an instruction manual you can refer to on your computer .
70 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Others: USB port (This must be provided as standard), disc driv e For Macintosh users When using ImageMixer VCD2 OS: Mac OS X (v10.
71 Using a Computer DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Double-click [PICTUREP ACKA GE] (Disc driv e).* * Dri ve names (such as (E:)) may vary depending on the computer .
72 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) 10 Select the language for “First Step Guide” to be installed, then clic k [Next]. Depending on the computer , this screen may not be displayed. In such a case, skip to step 12. 11 Click [Next] to install the “First Step Guide”.
73 Using a Computer DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) The computer turns off once, then starts up again automatically (Restart). The short-cut icons for [Picture Package Menu] and [Picture Package Menu destination Folder] (and “First Step Guide”, if installed by steps 11-12) appear on the desktop.
74 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Viewing “First Step Guide” Displaying “First Step Guide” Starting up on a Windows computer V iewing with Microsoft Internet Explorer V er .6.0 or later is recommended. Double-click the icon on the desktop.
75 Using a Computer DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Creating a DVD (Direct Access to “Click to DVD”) Y ou can create D VDs when you connect your camcorder to a Sony V AIO series computer* that supports “Click to D VD” via an i.
76 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) 1 T urn on the computer . Quit all applications running with an i.LINK. 2 Prepare the power sour ce for your camcor der , then slide the PO WER switch down to turn on the PLA Y/ EDIT lamp. Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power source since it tak es a few hours to create a D VD.
77 Using a Computer DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) T o cancel the operation T ouch [CANCEL] on the LCD screen on your camcorder . • Y ou cannot cancel the operation after [Finalizing D VD.] is displayed on the LCD screen of your camcorder .
78 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Connecting an analog VCR to the computer via your camcorder (Signal convert function) (DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC42E/HC43E) Using the A/V connecting cable and an i.
79 Using a Computer DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) 3 On the LCD screen, touch [MENU] (ST ANDARD SET) [A/V D V OUT] [ON] . 4 Start playback on the analog video unit. 5 Start capturing procedures on your computer .
80 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) T roubleshooting If you run into any problems using your camcorder , use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, remove the po wer source and contact your Sony dealer .
81 T roubleshooting DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Batteries/Power sources The power abruptly turns off . • When approximately 5 minutes hav e elapsed while you do not operate your camcorder , the camcorder is automatically turned off (A.
82 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) LCD screen/viewfinder A rippling effect appears on the LCD screen when y ou touch it. • This is not a malfunction. Do not press hard on the LCD screen. An unknown picture appears on the LCD screen or vie wfinder .
83 T roubleshooting DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Cassette tapes The cassette cannot be ejected from the compartment. • Make sure the po wer source (battery pack or AC Adaptor) is connected correctly (p. 8). • Remove the battery pack from the camcorder , then attach it again (p.
84 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Image protection cannot be applied. • Release the lock on the write-protect tab of the “Memory Stick Duo” (p. 104). • Perform the operation again on the index screen (p. 64). Y ou cannot mark pictures for print.
85 T roubleshooting DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) • For DCR-HC32E/HC33E: Y ou cannot record still images on the “Memory Stick Duo” using [WIDE SELECT] mode (p. 42). • For DCR-HC39E/HC42E/HC43E: When [SMTH INT .REC] is activ ated, still images cannot be recorded on a “Memory Stick Duo” during tape recording.
86 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Adjusting the image during recording Refer also to “Menu” (p. 89). The auto focus does not function. • Set [FOCUS] to [A UTO] (p. 40). • The recording conditions are not suitable for auto focus.
87 T roubleshooting DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) The picture appears too dark on the screen, and the subject does not appear on the screen. (DCR-HC39E/HC42E/HC43E) • The LCD backlight is turned off. Press and hold DISP/B A TT INFO for a few seconds to turn on the backlight (p.
88 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) No sound or only a low sound is hear d. • Set [MUL TI-SOUND] to [STEREO] (p. 51). • T urn up the volume (p. 21). • Adjust [A UDIO MIX] from the [ST2] (additional sound) side until the sound is heard appropriately (p.
89 T roubleshooting DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Another VCR malfunctions when y ou use the supplied Remote Commander . • Select a commander mode other than VTR 2 for your VCR, or co ver the sensor of your VCR with black paper .
90 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Y ou cannot use [SUPER NSPLUS]. • Y ou cannot use [SUPER NS PLUS] together with: – [F ADER] – [D. EFFECT] – [PR OGRAM AE] [COLOR SLO W S] does not operate correctly . • [COLOR SLO W S] may not operate correctly in total darkness.
91 T roubleshooting DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Pictures from connected de vices are not displayed on the LCD screen or the viewfinder . • Set [DISP OUTPUT] to [LCD P ANEL] (p. 54). • Y ou cannot input a signal to your camcorder if you press DISP/BA TT INFO while [DISP OUTPUT] is set to [V -OUT/P ANEL] (p.
92 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Connecting to a computer The computer does not recognize your camcor der . • Disconnect the cable from the computer and camcorder , then connect it again securely . • Set the (USB) ON/OFF switch on the Handycam Station to ON.
93 T roubleshooting DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) • The computer does not recognize the “Memory Stick Duo” during camcorder operations such as tape playback or editing. Finish any camcorder operations before connecting the camcorder to the computer .
94 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) 3 Click [Open]. 4 Double-click [Driver]. 5 Double-click [Setup.exe]. • Deleting anything other than [USB Audio Device], [USB De vice], [USB Composite Device], [? Son y Handycam] and [? Sony DSC] may cause a malfunction of your computer .
95 T roubleshooting DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) 5 If the devices belo w are already installed, right-click them, then click [Uninstall] to delete them.
96 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) 2 Select another device on the [Select audio de vice] screen. 3 Follo w the on-screen instructions, click [Next], then click [Done]. • Sound is not supported on W indows 98. The movie is not smooth during USB streaming.
97 T roubleshooting DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) W arning indicators and messages Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators If indicators appear on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder , check the following. Some symptoms you can fix by yourself.
98 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) (W arning indicators per taining to the tape) Slow flashing: • There is less than 5 minutes remaining on the tape. • No cassette is inserted. * • The write-protect tab on the cassette is set to lock (p.
99 T roubleshooting DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Cassette/T ape Insert a cassette (p. 16) . Reinsert the cassette . • Check if the cassette is damaged. The tape is locked - chec k the tab (p. 103) . The tape has reached the end.
100 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) PictBridge compliant printer Check the connected de vice. • Switch off the printer and switch it on again, then disconnect the USB cable and reconnect it. Connect the camcorder to a PictBridge compatible printer .
101 T roubleshooting DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Disconnect one A V cable. • A/V connecting cables are connected to both the camcorder and the Handycam Station. Disconnect one of them. • When the A/V connecting cable is connected only to your camcorder , your camcorder is not attached to the Handycam Station correctly .
102 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Using your camcorder abroad Power supply Y ou can use your camcorder in any countries/regions using the A C Adaptor supplied with your camcorder within the A C 100 V to 240 V , 50/60 Hz range. On TV color systems Y our camcorder is a P AL system-based camcorder .
103 Additional Information DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Usable cassette tapes Y ou can use mini D V format cassettes only . Use a cassette with the mark. is a trademark. Y our camcorder is not compatible with cassettes with Cassette Memory .
104 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) About the “Memor y Stick” A “Memory Stick” is a compact, portable IC recording medium with a data capacity that exceeds the capacity of a floppy disk. Y ou can use only a “Memory Stick Duo, ” which is about the half size of a standard “Memory Stick” in your camcorder .
105 Additional Information DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) • Do not bend, drop or apply strong force to the “Memory Stick Duo. ” • Do not disassemble or modify the “Memory Stick Duo. ” • Do not let the “Memory Stick Duo” get wet.
106 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack This unit is compatible with an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (P series). Y our camcorder operates only with an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. “InfoLITHIUM” P series battery packs hav e the mark.
107 Additional Information DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) About storage of the battery pack • If the battery pack is not used for a long time, fully charge the battery pack and use it up on your camcorder once a year to maintain proper function.
108 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) The baud rate is listed under “Specifications” in the operating instructions of each piece of equipment. It is also indicated near the i.LINK interface on some devices. The maximum baud rate for a device that does not hav e any indication (such as this unit) is “S100.
109 Additional Information DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) • K eep the Remote Commander and button-type battery out of children’ s reach. If the battery is accidentally swallowed, consult a doctor immediately . • If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked, – consult your local authorized Sony service facility .
110 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) • The video head suf fers from wear after long use. If you cannot obtain a clear image ev en after using a cleaning cassette, it might be because the video head is worn. Please contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility to hav e the video head replaced.
111 Additional Information DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) – In hot or humid locations – When the lens is exposed to salty air such as at the seaside. • Store in a well-v entilated location subject to little dirt or dust. • T o prevent mold, periodically clean the lens as described above.
112 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Using the Strap Belt as a wrist strap This is useful for carrying your camcorder . 1 Open the hook and loop fastener of the hand pad and remove it from the ring . Hand pad 2 Move the hand pad fully to the right , then close the hook and loop fastener again .
113 Additional Information DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-13(1) Specifications System V ideo recording system 2 rotary heads, Helical scanning system Still image recording system Exif V er .
114 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Input/Output connectors DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC42E/HC43E: Audio/V ideo input/output 10-pin connector Input/output auto switch V ideo signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms), unbalanced Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms), unbalanced Chrominance signal: 0.
115 Additional Information DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Handycam Station DCRA-C121 (DCR-HC32E/HC33E/ HC42E/HC43E) Audio/V ideo input/output 10-pin connector Input/output auto switch V ideo signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms), unbalanced Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms), unbalanced Chrominance signal: 0.
116 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-13(1) Index A A/V connecting cable ............................ 32, 57, 61, 78 A/V D V OUT ....................... 52 A/V jack ............. 32, 57, 61, 78 Access lamp ......................... 16 Activ e Interface Shoe .
117 Additional Information DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Continued G Getting started ............ 7, 70, 74 H Handycam Station .................. 7 Hand pad ............................ 112 Help ................................
118 DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) Index (continued) O OLD MO VIE ................. 48, 90 ONE PUSH .......................... 39 OPEN/EJECT lev er .............. 16 Operation confirmation beep .................................. See BEEP OUTDOOR .
119 Additional Information DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) T T ape ...................... See Cassette T ape counter ......................... 26 T ape playback select button .............................................. 27 T elephoto .
DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1).
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DCR-HC32E/HC33E/HC39E/HC42E/HC43E 2-584-907-11(1) On trademarks • “Memory Stick, ” “ , ” “Memory Stick Duo, ” “ , ” “Memory Stick PR O Duo, ” “ , ” “MagicGate, ” “ , ” “MagicGate Memory Stick” and “MagicGate Memory Stick Duo” are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.
デバイスSony DCR-HC39Eの購入後に(又は購入する前であっても)重要なポイントは、説明書をよく読むことです。その単純な理由はいくつかあります:
Sony DCR-HC39Eをまだ購入していないなら、この製品の基本情報を理解する良い機会です。まずは上にある説明書の最初のページをご覧ください。そこにはSony DCR-HC39Eの技術情報の概要が記載されているはずです。デバイスがあなたのニーズを満たすかどうかは、ここで確認しましょう。Sony DCR-HC39Eの取扱説明書の次のページをよく読むことにより、製品の全機能やその取り扱いに関する情報を知ることができます。Sony DCR-HC39Eで得られた情報は、きっとあなたの購入の決断を手助けしてくれることでしょう。
Sony DCR-HC39Eを既にお持ちだが、まだ読んでいない場合は、上記の理由によりそれを行うべきです。そうすることにより機能を適切に使用しているか、又はSony DCR-HC39Eの不適切な取り扱いによりその寿命を短くする危険を犯していないかどうかを知ることができます。
ですが、ユーザガイドが果たす重要な役割の一つは、Sony DCR-HC39Eに関する問題の解決を支援することです。そこにはほとんどの場合、トラブルシューティング、すなわちSony DCR-HC39Eデバイスで最もよく起こりうる故障・不良とそれらの対処法についてのアドバイスを見つけることができるはずです。たとえ問題を解決できなかった場合でも、説明書にはカスタマー・サービスセンター又は最寄りのサービスセンターへの問い合わせ先等、次の対処法についての指示があるはずです。