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Self-diagnosis function
The camcorder has a self-diagnosis display.
This function displays the camcorder's condition
with five digits (a combination of a letter and
figures) on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder.
If this occurs, check the following code chart. The
five-digit display informs you of the camcorder's
current condition. The last two digits (indicated
by ππ) will differ depending on the state of the
camcorder.
Five-digit display
C:21:ππ
C:22:ππ
C:31:ππ
C:32:ππ
E:61:ππ
E:62:ππ
If you are unable to resolve the problem, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service
facility.
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Cause and/or corrective actions
• Moisture condensation has occurred.
m Remove the cassette and leave the camcorder for at least 1 hour.
(p. 93)
• The video heads are dirty.
m Clean the heads using the Sony DVM12CL cleaning cassette (not
supplied). (p. 94)
• A serviciable situation not malfunctioned above has occurred.
m Remove the cassette and insert it again, then operate the
camcorder. (p. 12)
m Disconnect the power cord of the AC power adaptor or remove
the battery pack. After reconnecting the power source, operate
the camcorder.
• A camcorder malfunction which you cannot service has occurred.
m Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service
facility and inform them of the five digits. (example: E:61:10)
LCD screen/viewfinder
STBY
C : 21: 00
40min
40min
Self-diagnosis display
•C:ππ:ππ
You can service the camcorder yourself.
•E:ππ:ππ
Contact your Sony dealer or local
authorized Sony facility.