Sony DCR-HC17E manual

D i g i t a l V i d e o C a m e r a R e c o r d e r O p e r a t in g G u id e DCR-HC17E/HC19E/ HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501- 13 (1) Getting Star ted Using the Menu Dubbing/Editing Using a Computer T roubleshooting Additional Inf or mation © 2005 Sony Corporation Recording/ Playbac k 32 47 53 63 77 8 18 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-13(1)[...]

2 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(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. FOR CUSTOMERS IN THE UNITED KINGDOM NOTICE ON THE SUPPLIED AC ADAPTOR A moulded plug complying with[...]

3 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) On the menu items, the LCD panel, viewfinder , and lens • A menu item that is grayed out is not av ailable under the current recording or playback conditions. • The LCD screen and the viewfinder are manufactured using extremely high- precision technology , so over 99.99% of the pixels are operatio[...]

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5 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) T able of Contents Getting Started Step 1: Chec king supplied items ...............................................................8 Step 2: Charging the battery pack ............................................................. 9 Step 3: T ur ning the power on and holding y our camcorder firmly ......[...]

6 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) Reviewing the most recently r ecorded scenes (Rec review) .........................26 Remote Commander (DCR-HC19E/HC21E/HC22E) .............................. 28 Searching quickly for a desir ed scene (Zero set memory) ............................ 28 Searching for a scene by date of r ecording (Date sear[...]

7 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) Creating a D VD (Direct Access to “Clic k to D VD”) ................................... 60 T roubleshooting T roubleshooting ....................................................................................... 63 W arning indicators and messages ...................................................[...]

8 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(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. AC Adaptor (1) (p . 9) Mains lead (1) (p . 9) Handycam Station (1) (p . 9) (DCR-HC22E) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p . 28) [...]

9 Getting Started DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) Step 2: Charging the batter y pack Y ou can charge the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (P series) (p. 78) after attaching it to your camcorder . For DCR-HC22E: POWER switch DC plug Handycam Station DC IN jack AC Adaptor T o the wall sock et For DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E: POWER s witch DC IN j[...]

10 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) 4 For DCR-HC22E: Connect the mains lead to the A C Adaptor and the wall socket. Insert the camcorder into the Handycam Station securely , all the way to the bottom. CHG (charge) lamp The CHG (charge) lamp lights up and charging starts. • When inserting the camcorder into the Handycam Station, close t[...]

11 Getting Started DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) DC IN jack With the  mark facing down AC Adaptor T o the wall sock et For DCR-HC22E: T o remove your camcorder from the Handycam Station T urn off the power , then remove the camcorder from the Handycam Station holding both your camcorder and the Handycam Station. For DCR-HC17E/HC19E[...]

12 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) Battery pack LCD panel opened LCD panel closed NP-FP90 500 620 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. 23) will not be correctly displayed under the following co[...]

13 Getting Started DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(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. 16). LENS CO VER switch POWER s witch 1 Slide the LENS CO VER[...]

14 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(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 (  ). 2 1 180 degrees (max.) 90 degrees to the camcorder 90 degrees (max.) • Do not press the b uttons on the LCD frame accidenta[...]

15 Getting Started DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) Step 5: Using the touch panel Y ou can play back recorded pictures (p. 21), or change the settings (p. 32) 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. DISP/BA TT INFO T ouch the button on the L[...]

16 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(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 . • If you do not use your camcorder for about 3 months , the built-in rechar geable battery [...]

17 Getting Started DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) Step 7: Inserting a cassette Y ou can use mini D V cassettes only (p. 77). • The recordable time varies depending on [REC MODE] (p. 45). 1 Slide the OPEN/EJECT le ver and open the lid. OPEN/EJECT lev er Lid The cassette compartment automatically comes out and opens up. 2 Insert a cass[...]

18 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(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. Since only basic functions become av ailable and screen font size increases for easy viewing, e ven first time u[...]

19 Recording/Playback DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) 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 lamp lights up in blue. E a s y Ha n d yc a m o p e r a t i on O N The message appears. 3 Start playing back. T ouch , then touch[...]

20 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) Recording LENS CO VER PHO TO 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 to turn on the CAMERA lamp. If the PO WER switch is set to OFF (CHG), slide it down while pressing the green b utton. 2 Start recording. Movies Press REC ST AR[...]

21 Recording/Playback DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(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. T ouch , then touch to start playback. A B C  Stop  Play/P ause toggles as you touch it  Re wind/Fast forward • Playback automatically stops i[...]

22 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) Functions used for recording/playback, etc. 1 3 5 6 7 2 4 8 9 0 qs qa qd Recording T o use zoom ......................  ,  Move the po wer zoom lever  slightly for a slower zoom. Mo ve it further for a faster zoom. Wide range of view: (W ide angle) Close view: (T elephoto) • Y ou can also us[...]

23 Recording/Playback DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) • A mirror -image of the subject appears on the LCD screen, but the picture will be normal when recorded. T o use a tripod ........................  Attach the tripod (optional: the length of the screw must be less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inches)) to the tripod receptacle  using a [...]

24 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) Indicators displayed during recording/playback Recording 1 2 3 4 5 6  Remaining battery (approx.)  Recording mode (  or  ) (45)  Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or [REC] (recording))  Time code (hour: minute: second: frame)/T ape counter (hour: minute: second)/T ape photo rec[...]

25 Recording/Playback DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) ( ) is a reference page. The indicators during recording will not be recorded. Indicators when you made changes The following indicator is displayed if you change the setting during recording or playing. Upper left Upper right 0 : 00 : 0 0 S TB Y FN + E D I T 6 0 m in 6 0 m in / Bott[...]

26 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) Searching for the starting point Make sure that the CAMERA lamp lights up. Searching for the last scene of the most recent recording (END SEARCH) [END SCH] (END SEARCH) will not work once you eject the cassette after you hav e recorded on the tape. T ouch  [P A GE1], then touc h [END SCH]. 0:00:00 S[...]

27 Recording/Playback DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) touch [EXEC]  . 5 T ouch . 0: 0 0 :0 0 ST BY 60 min ED I T F N The last few seconds of the most recently recorded scene are played back. Then, your camcorder is set to the standby .[...]

28 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) Remote Commander (DCR-HC19E/HC21E/HC22E) Remove the insulation sheet before using the Remote Commander . Insulation sheet 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9  PHOT O* (p. 20) The image displayed on the screen when you press this button will be recorded as a still image.  SEARCH M.*    *  V ideo control[...]

29 Recording/Playback DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(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 repeatedly to turn on the PLA Y/ EDIT lamp. 2 Press SEARCH M.  to select [D A TE SEARCH]. 3 Press  (previous)/  (ne xt)  to [...]

30 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) Playing the picture on a TV Use any of the connection as sho wn in the following illustration. Connect your camcorder to the wall socket using the supplied A C Adaptor for this operation (p. 9). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected. 1 2 A/V OUT jack (Y ellow) [...]

31 Recording/Playback DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) TV/VCR • F or DCR-HC22E: Y ou can also connect the A/V connecting cable to the A/V OUT jack of your camcorder (p. 52), but do not connect the A/V connecting cables to both your camcorder and the Handycam Station at the same time. The image might be distorted. • Y ou can display t[...]

32 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) Using the menu items Follo w the instructions below to use each of the items listed after this page. 1 Slide the PO WER switch down to turn on the respective lamp. [CAMERA] lamp: settings for recording on a tape [PLA Y/EDIT] lamp: settings for viewing/editing 2 T ouch the LCD screen to select the item.[...]

33 Using the Menu DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) Operation button items A vailable operation b uttons vary depending on the position of the lamp and the display (P AGE). The default settings are marked with  . The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected. The av ailable functions during Easy Handycam operation ar[...]

34 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) F ADER Y ou can add the following ef fects to currently recording pictures.  Select the desired ef fect.  Press REC ST AR T/STOP . The fader indicator stops flashing and disappears when the fade is complete. T o cancel the operation, touch [ OFF]. Fading out Fading in WHITE F ADER BLACK F ADER M[...]

35 Using the Menu DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) OUTDOOR ( ) The white balance is set to be appropriate for shooting outdoors or under daylight fluorescent light. INDOOR (  ) The white balance is set to the brightness of warm white fluorescent lamps. ONE PUSH ( ) The white balance will be adjusted according to the ambient light. ?[...]

36 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) [P AGE2] DA T A CODE* Displays information recorded automatically (data code) during recording.  OFF Data code is not displayed. DA TE/TIME Displays the date and time. CAM DA T A (below) Displays camera setting data. FN 0: 0 0: 0 0: 00 60 min A WB 10 0 9dB F1 . 8 A UT O 1 2 3 4 5 6  SteadyShot of[...]

37 Using the Menu DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) • Y ou will not hear the recorded sound. Y ou may see mosaic-like images of the previously played picture. A DUB CTRL (Audio dubbing) See page 50. REC CTRL (Recording control) See page 49.[...]

38 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-12(1) Menu items Position of lamp: CAMERA PLAY/EDIT MANU AL SET menu (p. 40) PROGRAM AE  × P EFFECT   FLASH MODE  × FLASH L VL  × AUTO SHTR  × CAMERA SET menu (p. 42) D ZOOM  × WIDE SEL  × STEADYSHOT  × EDITSEARCH  × N.S.LIGHT  × PLA YER SET (DCR-HC17E/HC19E)/ VCR SE[...]

39 Using the Menu DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(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: CAMERA PLAY/EDIT O THERS menu (p. 46) WORLD TIME   BEEP*   A.SHUT OFF   COMMANDER (DCR-HC19E/HC21E/HC22E)  ?[...]

40 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) MANUAL SET menu – PROGRAM AE/P EFFECT , etc. The default settings are marked with  . The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected. See page 32 for details on selecting menu items. PROGRAM AE Y ou can record pictures effecti vely in various situations with the PR OGRAM AE functi[...]

41 Using the Menu DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) SOLARIZE Pictures appear as an illustration with strong contrast. P ASTEL Pictures appear as a pale pastel drawing. * MOSAIC Pictures appear mosaic-patterned. * * Not a vailable during playback. • DCR-HC21E/HC22E: Y ou cannot add effects to externally input pictures. Also, you cannot o[...]

42 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) CAMERA SET menu – D ZOOM/WIDE SEL/STEADYSHOT , etc. The default settings are marked with  . The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected. See page 32 for details on selecting menu items. D ZOOM (Digital zoom) Y ou can select the maximum zoom lev el in case you want to zoom to a[...]

43 Using the Menu DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) • Do not co ver the infrared port with your fingers or other objects. • The maximum shooting distance using [N.S.LIGHT] is about 3 m (10 feet). If you record subjects in dark places, such as night scenes or in moonlight, set [N.S.LIGHT] to [OFF]. Y ou can make the image color deeper[...]

44 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) LCD/VF SET menu – LCD B.L./LCD COLOR/VF B.L., etc The default settings are marked with  . The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected. See page 32 for details on selecting menu items. LCD B.L. (LCD back light) Y ou can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen’ s backlight. ?[...]

45 Using the Menu DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) T APE SET menu – REC MODE/AUDIO MODE/REMAIN The default settings are marked with  . The indicators in parentheses appear when the items are selected. See page 32 for details on selecting menu items. REC MODE (Recording mode)  SP (  ) Records in the SP (Standard Play) mode o[...]

46 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) the power source disconnected from your camcorder for more than 5 minutes. DISP OUT (Display output)  LCD Shows displays such as the time code on the LCD screen and in the viewfinder . V-OUT/LCD Shows displays such as the time code on the TV screen, LCD screen, and in the viewfinder . REC LAMP (Re[...]

47 Dubbing/Editing DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) Connecting to a VCR or TV Use any of the connection as sho wn in the following illustration. Connect your camcorder to the wall socket using the supplied A C Adaptor for this operation (p. 9). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected. 2 3 1 A/V OUT[...]

48 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) • F or DCR-HC21E/HC22E: The D V Interface of your camcorder is designed for input/output use. When your TV is monaural (When your TV has only one audio input jack) Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video input jack and connect the white (left channel) or the red (right channe[...]

49 Dubbing/Editing DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) the screen display dubbed with pictures. • T o record the date/time and camera settings data by using the A/V connecting cable, display them on the screen (p. 36). • The follo wing cannot be output via the D V interface: – Titles that are recorded on other camcorder . – Indicato[...]

50 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) Dubbing sound to a recorded tape Y ou can add sound to a tape already recorded in the 12-bit mode (p. 45) without erasing the original sound. Internal microphone Y ou can record audio by using the internal microphone. • Y ou cannot record additional audio: – When the tape is recorded in the 16-bit [...]

51 Dubbing/Editing DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) other (DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E) camcorders). T o check the recorded sound  Play back the tape on which you ha ve recorded audio (p. 21).  T ouch  [P A GE1]  [MENU].  Select (PLA YER SET) for the DCR- HC17E/HC19E, or (VCR SET) for the DCR-HC21E/HC22E, then touch / to s[...]

52 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) Jacks to connect external devices Camcorder 3 4 5 2 1 DCR-HC17E/ HC19E/HC21E Bottom 6 7 Handycam Station (DCR-HC22E) 7 3 2 8 4 6  Accessory shoe • Remo ve the shoe cov er when you use an accessory . • The accessory shoe has a safety de vice for fixing the installed accessory securely . T o conn[...]

53 Using a Computer DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) Before referring to the “First Step Guide” on your computer When you install the Picture Package software on a W indows computer from the supplied CD-R OM, you can enjoy the following operations by connecting your camcorder to your computer . • Softw are and features av ailable f[...]

54 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) About “First Step Guide” “First Step Guide” is an instruction manual you can refer to on your computer . This “First Step Guide” describes basic operations, from initial hookup of your camcorder and computer and making settings, to general operation the first time you use the software stor[...]

55 Using a Computer DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) operate correctly at less than 1 024 × 768 dots or 256 colors.) Application: QuickT ime 4 or later (QuickT ime 5 recommended) Other: Disc driv e • When you connect your camcorder to a Macintosh computer using a USB cable, you cannot copy pictures recorded on a tape to the computer .[...]

56 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1)  Double-click [PICTUREP A CKAGE] (Disc driv e).* * Dri ve names (such as (E:)) may vary depending on the computer . 4 Click [Install]. Depending on the OS on the computer , a message appears notifying you that “First Step Guide” cannot be installed automatically with the InstallShield W izard. I[...]

57 Using a Computer DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) 11 Click [Next] to install the “First Step Guide. ” 12 Click [Next], then follow the on-screen instructions to install ImageMixer VCD2. 13 If the [Installing Microsoft (R) DirectX(R)] screen is displayed, follo w the steps below to install DirectX 9.0c. If not, skip to step 14. [...]

58 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) Package, contact information is listed on page 59. Installing on a Macintosh computer 1 Confirm that y our camcorder is not connected to the computer . 2 T urn on the computer . Close all applications running on the computer before installing the software. 3 Place the CD-ROM in the disc drive of your [...]

59 Using a Computer DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(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. Y ou can also start by selecting [Start], [Programs] ([All Programs] for[...]

60 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(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.LINK cable (optional). The picture is automatically copied and written to a D VD. The following procedures describe ho w[...]

61 Using a Computer DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) power source since it tak es a few hours to create a D VD. 3 Insert a recorded cassette into your camcor der. 4 Connect y our camcorder to a computer via an i.LINK cable (optional) (p. 52, 60). • When you connect your camcorder to a computer , make sure you insert the connector in th[...]

62 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) • When an y of the following occurs, copying of the picture is canceled. A D VD containing the data up to the point the operation was canceled is created. Refer to the help files of “Click to D VD Automatic Mode Launcher” for details. – When there is a blank portion of 10 seconds or longer on [...]

63 T roubleshooting DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(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 . Overall operations/Easy Handycam The power does not turn on. • The battery pack i[...]

64 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) The CHG (charge) lamp does not light while the battery pack is being c harged. • Slide the PO WER switch up to OFF (CHG) (p. 9). • Attach the battery pack to the camcorder correctly (p. 9). • No power is supplied from the w all socket. (p. 9). • For DCR-HC22E: Insert your camcorder into the Han[...]

65 T roubleshooting DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) An unknown picture appears on the LCD screen or vie wfinder. • The camcorder is in [DEMO MODE] (p. 45). T ouch the LCD screen or insert a cassette to cancel [DEMO MODE]. An unknown indicator appears on the screen. • Refer to the indicator list (p. 74). The picture remains on the L[...]

66 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) The remaining tape indicator is not displayed. • Set [ REMAIN] to [ON] to alw ays display the remaining tape indicator (p. 45). Recording Refer also to “ Adjusting the image during recording” (p. 66). The tape does not start when you press REC ST ART/ST OP . • Slide the PO WER switch down to tu[...]

67 T roubleshooting DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) The auto focus does not function. • Set [FOCUS] to [ A UTO] (p. 33). • The recording conditions are not suitable for auto focus. Adjust the focus manually (p. 33). [STEAD YSHO T] does not function. • Set [STEAD YSHOT] to [ON] (p. 42). The BA CK LIGHT function does not function. ?[...]

68 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) Horizontal lines appear on the picture. The display ed pictures are not clear or do not appear . • Clean the head using the cleaning cassette (optional) (p. 82). No sound or only a low sound is hear d. • Set [HiFi SOUND] to [STEREO] (p. 43). • T urn up the volume (p. 21). • Adjust [A UDIO MIX] [...]

69 T roubleshooting DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) Another VCR malfunctions when you use the supplied Remote Commander . • Select a commander mode other than VTR 2 for your VCR, or cover the sensor of your VCR with black paper . Menu Menu items are gray ed out. • Y ou cannot select grayed items in the current recording/playback sit[...]

70 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) cable is connected to the input jack of another device for dubbing a picture from your camcorder . New sound added to a recor ded tape is not heard. • Adjust [A UDIO MIX] from the [ST1] (original sound) side until the sound is heard appropriately (p. 51). Pictures from connected de vices are not disp[...]

71 T roubleshooting DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) [ON] (p. 45). (Only when connecting to the W indows computer with a USB cable) The image does not appear on the screen of the Windows computer when using the USB cable. • The USB driv er has been registered incorrectly as the computer was connected to your camcorder before the instal[...]

72 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) For copying and viewing pictures recor ded on a tape – [USB Composite Device] in the [Uni versal Serial Bus Controller] folder – [USB Audio Device] in the [Sound, video and game controller] folder – [Composite USB Device] in the [Other de vices] folder 5 When the [Confirm De vice Removal] screen[...]

73 T roubleshooting DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) • Deleting anything other than [USB Composite Device], [USB Audio De vice] and [USB Device] may cause a malfunction of your computer . There is no sound when the camcorder is connected to the Windows computer via a USB cable. • Change the settings for your computer en vironment as [...]

74 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(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. If the problem persists ev en after you have tried a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or local [...]

75 T roubleshooting DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) * Y ou hear a melody when the warning indicators appear on the screen (p. 46). Description of warning messages If messages appear on the screen, follow the instructions.  Battery Use the “ InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. (p. 78) Battery level is low . • Change the battery (p. 9, 78[...]

76 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) • Y ou cannot start the Easy Handycam settings while the USB cable is connected. Disconnect the USB cable from your camcorder first. USB in valid during Easy Handycam • Y ou cannot connect the USB cable during Easy Handycam. T ouch . HD V recorded tape. Cannot playbac k. • Y our camcorder cannot[...]

77 Additional Information DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(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 . T o prevent a blank section from being made on the tape Go to the end of the recorded section [...]

78 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) REC SA VE REC: The cassette can be recorded. SA VE: The cassette cannot be recorded (write- protected).  When labeling the cassette Be sure to place the label only on the locations shown in the follo wing illustration so as not to cause a malfunction of your camcorder . Do not put a label along this[...]

79 Additional Information DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) and insert it in your camcorder right before you start taking shots. – Use a large capacity battery pack: NP-FP50/ FP70/FP90 (optional). • Frequent use of the LCD screen or a frequent playback, fast forward or re wind operation wears out the battery pack faster . W e recommen[...]

80 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) About i.LINK The D V Interface on this unit is an i.LINK- compliant D V Interface. This section describes the i.LINK standard and its features. What is i.LINK? i.LINK is a digital serial interface for transferring digital video, digital audio, and other data to other i.LINK-compatible devices. Y ou can[...]

81 Additional Information DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) Maintenance and precautions On use and care • Do not use or store the camcorder and accessories in the following locations. – Anywhere extremely hot or cold. Ne ver leave them exposed to temperatures abov e 60°C (140°F) , such as under direct sunlight, near heaters or in a [...]

82 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1)  Note on moisture condensation Moisture may condense when you bring your camcorder from a cold place into a warm place (or vice versa) or when you use your camcorder in a humid place as shown below . • When you bring your camcorder from a ski slope into a place warmed up by a heating device. • W[...]

83 Additional Information DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) The position of the “×” changes. If you did not press the right spot, start from step  again. • Y ou cannot calibrate the LCD screen if it is rotated. On handling the casing • If the casing is soiled, clean the camcorder body with a soft cloth lightly moistened with w[...]

84 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(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 (  ). 2 1 3 Use the S[...]

85 Additional Information DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) Specifications System V ideo recording system 2 rotary heads, Helical scanning system Audio recording system Rotary heads, PCM system Quantization: 12 bits (Fs 32 kHz, stereo 1, stereo 2), 16 bits (Fs 48 kHz, stereo) V ideo signal P AL color, CCIR standards Usable cassette Mini [...]

86 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) Handycam Station DCRA-C122 (DCR- HC22E) Audio/V ideo output 10-pin connector V ideo signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms), unbalanced Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms), unbalanced Chrominance signal: 0.3 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms), unbalanced Audio signal: 327 mV (at output impedance more than 47 k Ω (kilohms[...]

87 Additional Information DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) Index Numeric 21-pin adaptor ...................... 30 A A/V connecting cable .................................. 30, 47, 52 Accessory shoe ..................... 52 A C Adaptor ............................ 8 A UDIO MIX ........................ 50 A UDIO MODE .................... 4[...]

88 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) LCD B.L. (LCD back light) .................. 44 LCD BR T (LCD bright) ....... 35 LCD COLOR ....................... 44 LCD panel ............................ 14 LCD B.L. (LCD back light) .............................. 44 LCD BR T (LCD bright) ...................................... 35 LCD COLOR .........[...]

89 Additional Information DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) Specifications ....................... 85 SPOR TS (Sports lesson) ...... 40 SPO TLIGHT ........................ 40 SPO T FOCUS ................ 33, 69 SPO T METER (Flexible spot meter) ...... 33, 69 Starting point ........................ 26 STEAD YSHOT .............. 42, 67 STE[...]

90 DCR-HC17E/HC19E/HC21E/HC22E 2-586-501-11(1) On trademarks • “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • i.LINK and are trademarks of Son y Corporation. • Picture Package is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • is a trademark. • Microsoft, Windo ws, and Windo ws Media are trademarks or registered trademarks of U.S. Microsoft C[...]

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