Sony HDR-TG1E User Manual

3-288-523-13(1)© 2008 Sony CorporationDigital HD Video Camera RecorderOperating GuideHDR-TG1E/TG3EFor details on the advanced operations, please refer

10Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time1 Open the LCD panel.Your camcorder turns on.To turn on your camcorder when the LCD panel

11Getting Started3 Touch (HOME) t (SETTINGS) t [CLOCK/LANG] t [CLOCK SET].4 Select the desired geographical area with / , then touch [NEXT].5 Set [

12Step 3: Inserting a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”See page 5 on the “Memory Stick” you can use with your camcorder.1 Insert the “Memory Stick PRO Duo.”1 Ope

13Recording/PlaybackRecording/PlaybackRecording1 Open the LCD panel.2 Slide the (Movie)/ (Still) select switch C until the respective lamp lights u

14z Tips• You can check the free “Memory Stick PRO Duo” space by touching (HOME) t (MANAGE MEDIA) t [MEDIA INFO].• You can capture still images by

15Recording/PlaybackPlayback1 Open the LCD panel to turn on your camcorder.2 Touch (VIEW IMAGES).The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the LCD screen (

16To adjust the sound volume of moviesWhen playing back a movie, touch (OPTION) t tab t [VOLUME], then adjust the volume with / .z Tips• On the V

17Recording/PlaybackName and functions of each partButtons, jacks, etc., which are not explained in other chapters, are explained here.A FlashThe flas

18G DISP/BATT INFO buttonYou can switch the screen display when you press DISP/BATT INFO while the power is on.You can check the remaining battery whe

19Recording/PlaybackIndicators displayed during recording/playbackRecording moviesRecording still imagesViewing moviesViewing still imagesA HOME butto

2Read this firstBefore operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.To reduce fire or shock hazard, do n

20Following indicators appear during recording/playback to indicate the settings of your camcorder.Upper leftCenterUpper rightBottomz Tips• Indicators

21Recording/PlaybackPerforming various functions - “ HOME” and “ OPTION”You can display the menu screen by touching (HOME)/ (OPTION). For details

22• The (OPTION) MENU cannot be used during Easy Handycam operation.Items of the HOME MENU (CAMERA) categoryMOVIE*PHOTO*SMTH SLW REC (VIEW IMAGES) c

23Recording/PlaybackItems you can set only on the OPTION MENU will be described below.Items of the OPTION MENU tab[FOCUS], [SPOT FOCUS], [TELE MACRO],

24Connecting with the USB cableYou can dub to movie dubbing compatible DVD writers, etc., with HD (high definition) image quality.Deleting imagesSelec

25Recording/Playbackb Notes• Formatting will delete all data recorded on the “Memory Stick PRO Duo.”

26Enjoying with a computerPerforming with a computerx “Handycam Handbook” (PDF)“Handycam Handbook” (PDF) explains in detail about your camcorder and i

27Enjoying with a computerCPU: Intel Pentium 4 2.8 GHz or faster (Intel Pentium 4 3.6 GHz or faster, Intel Pentium D 2.8 GHz or faster, Intel Core Duo

285 Select the language for the application to be installed, then click [Next].6 As the screen to confirm the connection appears, connect your camcord

29Enjoying with a computerb Notes• If you close the LCD panel when your camcorder is connected to other devices with the USB cable, the recorded image

3and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of the battery. The recycling of the materials will help to conserve

30TroubleshootingTroubleshootingIf you run into any problems using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem

31TroubleshootingIf indicators appear on the LCD screen, check the following.If the problem persists even after you have tried a couple of times, cont

32Additional InformationPrecautionsOn use and care• Do not use or store the camcorder and accessories in the following locations:– Anywhere extremely

33Additional InformationAbout care and storage of the lens• Wipe the surface of the lens clean with a soft cloth in the following instances:– When the

34Input/Output connectorsA/V Remote Connector: Component/video and audio output jackHDMI OUT jack: HDMI mini ConnectorLCD screenImage: 6.7 cm (2.7 typ

35Additional InformationOn trademarks• “Handycam” and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.• “AVCHD” and “AVCHD” logotype are trademarks of

Printed on 70% or more recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink.Printed in JapanGBAdditional information on t

4However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to ra

5Types of “Memory Stick” you can use with your camcorder• For recording movies, it is recommended that you use a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” of 1 GB or lar

6When the camcorder is connected to a computer• Do not try to format the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” in the camcorder using a computer. If you do so, your

7Getting StartedGetting StartedStep 1: Charging the battery packYou can charge the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack NP-FH50 after attaching it to your camco

8b Notes• You cannot charge the battery pack while the QUICK ON lamp is flashing. When the QUICK ON lamp is flashing, press POWER to turn off your cam

9Getting StartedOn the battery pack • When you remove the battery pack, turn off your camcorder, and turn off the (Movie) lamp/ (Still) lamp (p. 10