Sony DCR-SR80 Questions

Answered Questions for the Sony DCR-SR80

Q: I got the Sony DCR-SR80 used with no accessories and Ive been looking every where for the usb cable, dos any one knows where I can get this. thanks

A: Wait, you're telling me that this camera has no USB or Firewire hookup? I find... read more

Q: can i get a replacement for the lcd screen?

A: You can, but it won't be cheap through SONY since impact damage isn't covered under... read more

Q: There is no picture showing up on my DCR-SR80 LCD display

A: Take a light and shine it onto the LCD while the camera is powered on. read more

Q: Does anyone have a copy of the CD of the DCR SR80?

A: Hello,First of all, according to Sony, you do not need the CD to download your... read more

Q: How do I Edit Video on PC Shot with Hard Drive camcorder

A: At this juncture, you are much better off with MiniDV for editing than any other... read more

Q: Sony sr80 to imovie 08 using streamclip+quicktime component? Is this possible?

A: Go back to iMovie 06. The 08 version is so bad, that Apple immediately began... read more

Q: How do I transfer videos from my DCR SR80 onto a mac bok pro?

A: This is one of the drags about using a hard drive camcorder - the convenience... read more

Q: I have no sound or beeps on my camcorder.

A: first I wrote the 3 things to try down below, but after reading up at... read more

Q: Going to Africa - need a rugged, HD camcorder

A: Mark.I would strongly suggest a miniDV cam over hard drive and DVD disc.MiniDV media is... read more

Q: if any additional s/w is need to hear the sound of video file in the computer from recording DCSR SR 80 handycam.

A: Mehjabin.Which cables are you using to connect your camcorder to computer. You can reply in... read more

Q: I am having problems to get my video to download to my laptop. The computer doesn't seem to want to recognize the device.

A: Neil.You haven't mentioned what software you are using, but if its the Sony camcorder software... read more

Q: Why can't I playback videos that I have uploaded to my PC from the Camcorder?

A: Most HDD camcorders, and the DCR-SR80 in particular, record in MPEG2, which is a dvd... read more

Q: SONY DCR-SR80 Warranty

A: If it's UPS? Then you have a tracking number. Find out if it was received... read more

Q: how do i record using the dcr sr 80 to an apple power book g-4?

A: Dave, I just got a DCR-SR80 and a little searching found that you can use... read more

Q: how do we record in mpeg-2 format on the dcr sr 80

A: The DCR SR80 records in MPEG2 by design. This is fine if you don't want... read more

Q: Can the usb interface replace firewire?

A: USB isn't faster, nor is it higher end. It's a competitor. Firewire is still the... read more

Q: What would you recomend? The canon dc-40 or the panasonic pv-gs500

A: These are two different camcorders. The DC40 stores images on a DVD (or optionally a... read more

Q: Does the DCR SR80 have analog to digital pass through? If so, how does that work?

A: Yes it does. You hook up the camera via AC adapter, then hook the VCR... read more

Q: I am a girls basketball coach and want to video tape the game. I'm not sure if I should go with a hard drive or go with a mini-DVD. Please help!!!

A: I'd only go with the mini-DVD if you don't want to edit the recorded video. read more

Q: what is the battery life on the Sony DCR-SR80 or DCR-SR100

A: Since this will be your first time using the battery, charge it fully, overnight. Then... read more

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Open Questions for the Sony DCR-SR80

Q: I cant turn on my camcorder. If i reset it, will i lose all the datas?

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Q: I want to use my computer to copy only selected clips from the SR80 camcorder. Can I copy only parts and not everything on my camcorder?

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Q: I both a camera DCR-SR80 and is not compatible for mac computer only if I buy the software ,this ridcuilos need to pay for ? Anyone knows a free downl

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Q: I am in need of a docking station DCR-SR80

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Q: what is the UK model of the DCR-SR80E?

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Q: i download the video file on my computer hard disk from dcr sr 80 handycam but i can't hear any sound from video file .I see the video

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Q: How big of a Tv will this thing look good on?

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Q: I am looking for a 3rd party software for the SONY DCRSR60 HDD CAMCORDER that can be used on a MAC BOOK 13/2.0/2x256/60/SD White part # MA255LL/A

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Q: Will Pinnacle video editing software have compatibility problems with the Sony format?

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Q: Compare the Wide Anlge lens for the DCR 40 as opposed to the DCR 60

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Q: why does sr60 show better quality picture than sr80?

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Q: DCS-SR80 AV port ?

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Q: Which one is producing better quality video image sony DCR-SR80 or any Sony digital 8?

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Q: how do I plug an external (ie clip on) mic on a sr 80?

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