Key facts
- Brand
- SONY
- Model
- SR88
- Industry
- Electronics
- Documents
- 2
- Languages
- EN · JA
- Last added
- 2012-05-02
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Sony DCR-SR68 DCR-SR88 SX43 SX44 SX63 User Manual
This manual covers everything you need to start using your Sony camcorder, including the supplied items, safety handling, LCD screen details, language settings, and basic operation steps such as powering on, inserting memory cards, and formatting media. It also explains the Carl Zeiss lens, battery pack handling, and precautions for temperature, altitude, and sunlight exposure.
Further sections guide you through recording movies and photos, using features like SteadyShot, zoom, and video light, as well as playback on the camcorder and external devices. Instructions for saving images to computers, DVDs, or VCRs, as well as troubleshooting, drop‑sensor behavior, and FAQs are also provided.
SONY SR88 specifications
| Internal recording media capacity (DCR‑SR68) | 1800 MB |
|---|---|
| Internal recording media capacity (DCR‑SR88) | 120 MB |
| Internal recording media capacity (SX44) | 14 GB |
| Internal recording media capacity (SX63) | 16 GB |
Source: Sony DCR‑SR68 / SR88 / SX43 / SX44 / SX63 Operating Instructions
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Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Questions answered in these manuals
How should I format a new memory card for the first use?
When you use a memory card with your camcorder for the first time, formatting the memory card with your camcorder is recommended for stable operation.
Can I record the sun directly with the camcorder?
Do not aim at the sun; only record the sun in low‑light conditions such as at dusk.
Can I use any charger for the battery?
Only Sony‑original chargers or devices approved for the battery may be used; using other chargers can cause fire or injury.
From: Sony DCR‑SR68 / SR88 / SX43 / SX44 / SX63 Operating Instructions
How do I prevent data loss on recorded videos?
Regularly copy recorded video files to external media such as DVD‑R or HDD, and format the internal memory when needed.
From: Sony DCR‑SR68 / SR88 / SX43 / SX44 / SX63 Operating Instructions