1. Go to the MENU.
  2. Go to Setup.
  3. Go to General Settings.
  4. Select Initialize.
  5. Select OK. NOTES: After the camcorder reboots, the time and date settings menu will be displayed. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the initial settings.

How do I fix hard drive format on Sony Handycam?

Please confirm that these are the steps that you performed;

  1. Perform a power reset on the camcorder. Turn off the camcorder. Remove the battery and disconnect the AC power adapter for 60 seconds.
  2. Back up the data from the camcorder on a computer.
  3. Format the camcorder hard drive.
  4. Perform a factory reset on the camcorder .

How do I format my Sony Handycam?

Using a RESET button Locate the RESET button on the camcorder. Use a pointed object (like a ballpoint pen) to press and hold the RESET button for 2-3 seconds. After 2-3 seconds has elapsed, release the RESET button. After the camcorder reboots, the time and date settings menu will be displayed.

How do I troubleshoot my Sony Handycam?

Try the following, then check whether the issue is resolved.

  1. Perform a power reset. Turn off the camcorder. Remove the battery or disconnect the AC power adapter for 60 seconds.
  2. Reset the camera to factory specifications to try resolving the issue. Please see the following for how to reset or initialize a camcorder.

How do I calibrate my Sony Handycam?

How to calibrate the touch-panel LCD screen.

  1. Set the camcorder to the PLAY/EDIT mode.
  2. With the exception of the AC power adapter, disconnect any cables that may be connected to the camcorder.
  3. Open the LCD screen.
  4. On the LCD screen, touch the P-MENU button.
  5. Touch SETUP .
  6. Select STANDARD SET and then touch OK .

How do you use the cassette on a Sony Handycam?

You can import videos on a tape to a computer by connecting your camcorder and a computer.

  1. Connect your camcorder to a power source, then slide the POWER switch repeatedly to select the PLAY/EDIT mode.
  2. Set up your camcorder’s menus.
  3. Insert a recorded cassette into your camcorder .