Sony DCR-DVD203E User Manual

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If you run into any problems using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot 
the problem. If the problem persists, remove the power source and contact your Sony dealer.
Overall operations/Easy Handycam
The camcorder does not operate even when the power is set to on.
  Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall socket or remove the battery pack, then reconnect 
it after about 1 minute. If the functions still do not work, press the RESET button (p.37) 
using a sharp-pointed object. (If you press the RESET button, all settings, including the 
clock setting, are reset, except the Personal Menu items.)
  The temperature of your camcorder is extremely high. Turn off your camcorder and leave it 
for a while in a cool place.
Buttons do not work.
  During Easy Handycam operation, the available buttons are limited. Cancel Easy Handycam 
operation (p.27).
You cannot turn the Easy Handycam operation on or off.
  During recording or communicating with another device via USB cable, you cannot turn 
Easy Handycam operation on or off. Cancel Easy Handycam operation (p.27).
Settings change during Easy Handycam operation.
  Some of the settings of your camcorder are restored to the default setting when you set Easy 
Handycam operation (p.27). 
[DEMO MODE] does not start.
  You cannot view the demonstration when the NIGHTSHOT or NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch 
is set to ON. Set the NIGHTSHOT or NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch to OFF (p.35).
  Remove the disc from your camcorder (p.24).
Your camcorder vibrates.
  Vibration occurs depending on the condition of the disc. This is not a malfunction.
A vibration is felt in your hand or a faint sound is heard during operation.
  This is not a malfunction.
A motor sound is heard from your camcorder periodically.
  This is not a malfunction.
Your camcorder gets hot during use for a long period.
  This is not a malfunction. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place.
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting