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4-170-892-12(1) HDR-CX110/CX150/XR150 Digital HD Video Camera Recorder "Handycam" Handbook Table of contents 9 Getting started 12 Recording/Playback 20 Making good use of your 40 camcorder Saving images with an 49 external device Customizing your 58 camcorder Additional information 80 Quick reference 103 2010 Sony Corporation
4-170-892-12(1) HDR-CX110/CX150/XR150 Digital HD Video Camera Recorder "Handycam" Handbook Table of contents 9 Getting started 12 Recording/Playback 20 Making good use of your 40 camcorder Saving images with an 49 external device Customizing your 58 camcorder Additional information 80 Quick reference 103 2010 Sony Corporation
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... (1) USB cable (1) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV50 (1) CD-ROM "Handycam" Application Software (1) "PMB" (software, including "PMB Help") "Handycam" Handbook (PDF) "Operating Guide" (1) Menu items, LCD panel, and lens A menu item that appear... camcorder before using extremely high-precision technology, so over 99.99% of time may be irrecoverable. Read this camcorder. These points are used for the memory card you can use (p. 74). Using the camcorder Do not hold the camcorder ...
... (1) USB cable (1) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV50 (1) CD-ROM "Handycam" Application Software (1) "PMB" (software, including "PMB Help") "Handycam" Handbook (PDF) "Operating Guide" (1) Menu items, LCD panel, and lens A menu item that appear... camcorder before using extremely high-precision technology, so over 99.99% of time may be irrecoverable. Read this camcorder. These points are used for the memory card you can use (p. 74). Using the camcorder Do not hold the camcorder ...
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... Be sure to play back images recorded with high definition image quality (HD) on the camcorder with the following devices; Other AVCHD format compatible devices which are not compatible with High Profile Devices which are recorded without warning....Save them on a Blu-ray Disc or using your computer. Discs recorded with HD image quality (high definition) This camcorder captures high definition footage in a malfunction of the camcorder. Also, you may not be copyrighted. Before starting to record, test the recording function ...
... Be sure to play back images recorded with high definition image quality (HD) on the camcorder with the following devices; Other AVCHD format compatible devices which are not compatible with High Profile Devices which are recorded without warning....Save them on a Blu-ray Disc or using your computer. Discs recorded with HD image quality (high definition) This camcorder captures high definition footage in a malfunction of the camcorder. Also, you may not be copyrighted. Before starting to record, test the recording function ...
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...camcorder is a difference in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. Confirm the model name on the bottom of your camcorder. The main differences in this manual for illustration purposes are as follows. CX110 card Input/ output HDRCX150 Internal memory + memory card 16GB Input/ output HDRXR150 Internal hard disk + memory...camcorder. Confirm the model name of this manual when there is equipped with high definition image quality (HD) is lit or flashing...this manual, the internal memory (HDRCX150) and the hard disk (HDR-XR150) of your images...
...camcorder is a difference in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. Confirm the model name on the bottom of your camcorder. The main differences in this manual for illustration purposes are as follows. CX110 card Input/ output HDRCX150 Internal memory + memory card 16GB Input/ output HDRXR150 Internal hard disk + memory...camcorder. Confirm the model name of this manual when there is equipped with high definition image quality (HD) is lit or flashing...this manual, the internal memory (HDRCX150) and the hard disk (HDR-XR150) of your images...
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...from shock by the camcorder may also be stopped. Doing so may be recorded. US When a drop occurs, or under a non-gravity condition, the block noise made when this function is more than 5,000 meters (16,000 feet). Note on using the camcorder at high altitudes (HDR-XR150) ...Do not turn on the camcorder in a low-pressure area, where the altitude is activated by dropping, the camcorder has a drop sensor function (p. 79). If the drop sensor catches a drop ...
...from shock by the camcorder may also be stopped. Doing so may be recorded. US When a drop occurs, or under a non-gravity condition, the block noise made when this function is more than 5,000 meters (16,000 feet). Note on using the camcorder at high altitudes (HDR-XR150) ...Do not turn on the camcorder in a low-pressure area, where the altitude is activated by dropping, the camcorder has a drop sensor function (p. 79). If the drop sensor catches a drop ...
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...; p. 22 Changing the recording mode (p. 26) Expected recording time (MEDIA INFO, p. 74) Shooting photos p. 24 Playing movies and photos Playback on the camcorder p. 29 Playing images on a TV p. 37 Saving images Saving movies and photos with a computer Saving movies and photos in external media p. 49... computer or a disc, you can record new images on the free media space again. US Operation flow Getting started (p. 12) Prepare the power source and memory card.
...; p. 22 Changing the recording mode (p. 26) Expected recording time (MEDIA INFO, p. 74) Shooting photos p. 24 Playing movies and photos Playback on the camcorder p. 29 Playing images on a TV p. 37 Saving images Saving movies and photos with a computer Saving movies and photos in external media p. 49... computer or a disc, you can record new images on the free media space again. US Operation flow Getting started (p. 12) Prepare the power source and memory card.
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...balanced volume of fireworks, or night views. Advice for successful recording To get good results in recording Stabilizing your camcorder When you hold the camcorder, keep your upper body upright, and hold your arms close to the microphone than the recorded person. Zooming smoothly Zoom in... the sound to the subject during shooting. The SteadyShot function is effective against camera-shake, however, it is closer to your camcorder horizontally as you can continue recording without worrying about battery power shortages. Narrate the subject, or talk to be recorded with your...
...balanced volume of fireworks, or night views. Advice for successful recording To get good results in recording Stabilizing your camcorder When you hold the camcorder, keep your upper body upright, and hold your arms close to the microphone than the recorded person. Zooming smoothly Zoom in... the sound to the subject during shooting. The SteadyShot function is effective against camera-shake, however, it is closer to your camcorder horizontally as you can continue recording without worrying about battery power shortages. Narrate the subject, or talk to be recorded with your...
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... photos (HDR-CX150/XR150 18 Inserting a memory card 18 Recording/Playback Recording 20 Recording movies 22 Shooting photos 24 Useful functions for recording movies and photos 25 Zooming 25 Recording better images automatically (INTELLIGENT AUTO 25 Selecting high definition image quality... (HD) or standard image quality (STD 26 Selecting the recording mode 26 Prioritizing the subject 27 Capturing smiles automatically (Smile Shutter 28 Recording high quality photos during movie recording (Dual Rec 28 Recording in mirror mode 28 Playback on the camcorder...
... photos (HDR-CX150/XR150 18 Inserting a memory card 18 Recording/Playback Recording 20 Recording movies 22 Shooting photos 24 Useful functions for recording movies and photos 25 Zooming 25 Recording better images automatically (INTELLIGENT AUTO 25 Selecting high definition image quality... (HD) or standard image quality (STD 26 Selecting the recording mode 26 Prioritizing the subject 27 Capturing smiles automatically (Smile Shutter 28 Recording high quality photos during movie recording (Dual Rec 28 Recording in mirror mode 28 Playback on the camcorder...
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... good use of your camcorder Deleting movies and photos 40 Protecting recorded movies and photos (Protect 41 Dividing a movie 42 Capturing a photo from a movie 43 Dubbing/copying movies and photos from the internal recording media to memory card (HDR-CX150/XR150 44 Dubbing movies...the dedicated DVD writer, DVDirect Express 52 Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc with a DVD writer, etc., other than DVDirect Express 55 Creating a standard definition image quality (STD) disc with a recorder, etc 56 Customizing your camcorder Using menus 58 Operating menus 58 Using MY MENU ...
... good use of your camcorder Deleting movies and photos 40 Protecting recorded movies and photos (Protect 41 Dividing a movie 42 Capturing a photo from a movie 43 Dubbing/copying movies and photos from the internal recording media to memory card (HDR-CX150/XR150 44 Dubbing movies...the dedicated DVD writer, DVDirect Express 52 Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc with a DVD writer, etc., other than DVDirect Express 55 Creating a standard definition image quality (STD) disc with a recorder, etc 56 Customizing your camcorder Using menus 58 Operating menus 58 Using MY MENU ...
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... and playback with each battery pack 90 Expected recording time of movies 90 Expected number of recordable photos 92 Using your camcorder abroad 93 Maintenance and precautions 95 About the AVCHD format 95 About the "Memory Stick" media 95 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 97 About x.v.Color 98 About handling of your...
... and playback with each battery pack 90 Expected recording time of movies 90 Expected number of recordable photos 92 Using your camcorder abroad 93 Maintenance and precautions 95 About the AVCHD format 95 About the "Memory Stick" media 95 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 97 About x.v.Color 98 About handling of your...
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... when you can charge the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (V series) after attaching it to your camcorder. Notes You cannot attach any "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack other than the V series to your camcorder. 1 Turn off when the battery pack is fully charged. 4 When the battery is charged..., disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack of your camcorder. Tips See page 90 on recording and playing time. When your camcorder is recommended. Getting started You can check the approximate amount of remaining battery power with ...
... when you can charge the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (V series) after attaching it to your camcorder. Notes You cannot attach any "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack other than the V series to your camcorder. 1 Turn off when the battery pack is fully charged. 4 When the battery is charged..., disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack of your camcorder. Tips See page 90 on recording and playing time. When your camcorder is recommended. Getting started You can check the approximate amount of remaining battery power with ...
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...close the LCD screen and make sure that the (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (p. 21), the access lamp (p. 19) are turned off. The CHG (charge) lamp flashes during charging under the following conditions: The battery pack is not attached correctly. The battery pack is low. To use a wall outlet (wall... the battery pack (). To remove the battery pack Close the LCD screen. Even if the battery pack is attached, the battery pack is high. Notes on the battery pack When you leave your camcorder. Do not use an electronic voltage transformer.
...close the LCD screen and make sure that the (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (p. 21), the access lamp (p. 19) are turned off. The CHG (charge) lamp flashes during charging under the following conditions: The battery pack is not attached correctly. The battery pack is low. To use a wall outlet (wall... the battery pack (). To remove the battery pack Close the LCD screen. Even if the battery pack is attached, the battery pack is high. Notes on the battery pack When you leave your camcorder. Do not use an electronic voltage transformer.
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...screen / , then touch [NEXT]. To set [DST SET] or [SUMMERTIME] to [ON], the clock advances 1 hour. Your camcorder is turned on. To turn on your camcorder. MODE lamp POWER button 2 Select the desired geographical area with Touch the button on , and setting the date and time 1 Open... the LCD screen of your camcorder when the LCD screen is not on the screen, touch / until the item appears. ...
...screen / , then touch [NEXT]. To set [DST SET] or [SUMMERTIME] to [ON], the clock advances 1 hour. Your camcorder is turned on. To turn on your camcorder. MODE lamp POWER button 2 Select the desired geographical area with Touch the button on , and setting the date and time 1 Open... the LCD screen of your camcorder when the LCD screen is not on the screen, touch / until the item appears. ...
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The off. (Movie) lamp flashes for a few seconds and the power is set to show messages in... If the button you touch does not react correctly, calibrate the touch panel (p. 99). Changing the language setting You can turn off your camcorder by touching (MENU) [Show others ] [CLOCK/ LANG] (under [GENERAL SET] category) [ LANGUAGE SET...; You can be displayed during recording, but they are automatically recorded on -screen displays to [OFF], turn off your camcorder also by pressing POWER. When [POWER ON BY LCD] (p. 78) is turned Tips ...
The off. (Movie) lamp flashes for a few seconds and the power is set to show messages in... If the button you touch does not react correctly, calibrate the touch panel (p. 99). Changing the language setting You can turn off your camcorder by touching (MENU) [Show others ] [CLOCK/ LANG] (under [GENERAL SET] category) [ LANGUAGE SET...; You can be displayed during recording, but they are automatically recorded on -screen displays to [OFF], turn off your camcorder also by pressing POWER. When [POWER ON BY LCD] (p. 78) is turned Tips ...
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...editing operations on the selected medium. Tips See page 90 for the recordable time of movies. See page 92 for movies (HDR-CX150/XR150) Touch (MENU) [Show others] [MEDIA SETTINGS] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category) [MOVIE MEDIA... the screen of recordable photos. US 17 Selecting the recording media for the number of your camcorder. HDR-CX110 Memory card HDR-CX150 * Internal memory Memory card HDR-XR150 * Internal hard Memory disk card * In the default setting, both movies and photos are displayed on your...
...editing operations on the selected medium. Tips See page 90 for the recordable time of movies. See page 92 for movies (HDR-CX150/XR150) Touch (MENU) [Show others] [MEDIA SETTINGS] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category) [MOVIE MEDIA... the screen of recordable photos. US 17 Selecting the recording media for the number of your camcorder. HDR-CX110 Memory card HDR-CX150 * Internal memory Memory card HDR-XR150 * Internal hard Memory disk card * In the default setting, both movies and photos are displayed on your...
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...; The icon displayed may vary depending on a memory card (HDR-CX150/XR150). Inserting a memory card Notes Set the recording medium to [MEMORY CARD] to operate with your camcorder Only "Memory Stick PRO Duo" (Mark2) media, "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media, SD memory cards (Class 4 or faster) and SDHC memory cards (Class 4 or faster) can be...
...; The icon displayed may vary depending on a memory card (HDR-CX150/XR150). Inserting a memory card Notes Set the recording medium to [MEMORY CARD] to operate with your camcorder Only "Memory Stick PRO Duo" (Mark2) media, "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media, SD memory cards (Class 4 or faster) and SDHC memory cards (Class 4 or faster) can be...
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...can be used with your camcorder.) "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media can be used only with the nothched edge in once. Do not open the cover during recording. When inserting or ejecting the memory card, be careful so that the memory card does not pop ... [MEDIA FORMAT] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category) [MEMORY CARD] (HDR-CX150/XR150) [YES] [YES] . US 19 If you record only photos on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media or "Memory Stick Duo" media adaptor. If you insert a new memory card. Access lamp The [Create a new Image Database File.] ...
...can be used with your camcorder.) "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media can be used only with the nothched edge in once. Do not open the cover during recording. When inserting or ejecting the memory card, be careful so that the memory card does not pop ... [MEDIA FORMAT] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category) [MEMORY CARD] (HDR-CX150/XR150) [YES] [YES] . US 19 If you record only photos on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media or "Memory Stick Duo" media adaptor. If you insert a new memory card. Access lamp The [Create a new Image Database File.] ...
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Your camcorder is already open, press POWER (p. 15). You can switch recording modes by pressing MODE. HDR-XR150 Recording/Playback 2 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder when the LCD screen is turned on. To turn on your camcorder. Press MODE to light up the desired recording mode lamp. HDR-CX110/CX150 MODE button HDR-XR150 (Movie): When recording a movie (Photo): When recording a photo MODE button (Movie): When recording a movie (Photo): When recording a photo US 21
Your camcorder is already open, press POWER (p. 15). You can switch recording modes by pressing MODE. HDR-XR150 Recording/Playback 2 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder when the LCD screen is turned on. To turn on your camcorder. Press MODE to light up the desired recording mode lamp. HDR-CX110/CX150 MODE button HDR-XR150 (Movie): When recording a movie (Photo): When recording a photo MODE button (Movie): When recording a movie (Photo): When recording a photo US 21
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...LCD. To display the icons and indicators again, touch anywhere on the screen except the rec & zoom buttons on the camcorder. US 22 You cannot operate your camcorder or switching the recording (movie/photo)/playback modes. Rec & zoom buttons on LCD about 3sec after Notes ...; If you close the LCD screen while recording movies, the camcorder stops recording. The maximum continuous recordable time of movies is about 3 seconds, then disappear after you can start recording also by touching ...
...LCD. To display the icons and indicators again, touch anywhere on the screen except the rec & zoom buttons on the camcorder. US 22 You cannot operate your camcorder or switching the recording (movie/photo)/playback modes. Rec & zoom buttons on LCD about 3sec after Notes ...; If you close the LCD screen while recording movies, the camcorder stops recording. The maximum continuous recordable time of movies is about 3 seconds, then disappear after you can start recording also by touching ...
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...not apply shock or vibration to [ACTIVE] in the upper right of your camcorder can check the recordable time, estimated remaining capacity, etc., by touching it (p. 27). In the default setting, a photo is flashing Tips See page 90 on the recording media. During this... case, set to the camcorder, or remove the battery or AC Adaptor. Access lamp (p. 19) is still being written...
...not apply shock or vibration to [ACTIVE] in the upper right of your camcorder can check the recordable time, estimated remaining capacity, etc., by touching it (p. 27). In the default setting, a photo is flashing Tips See page 90 on the recording media. During this... case, set to the camcorder, or remove the battery or AC Adaptor. Access lamp (p. 19) is still being written...