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... the battery with the battery terminals. Do not expose to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that can help preserve our environment by Sony. Dispose of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-822- 8837, or visit http://www.rbrc....collection and recycling location nearest you. Otherwise, fire or injury may result. Read this first Before operating the unit, please read this camcorder only, and should not be used with other electrical equipment. Even if your used rechargeable batteries to the wall outlet (wall socket)...
... the battery with the battery terminals. Do not expose to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that can help preserve our environment by Sony. Dispose of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-822- 8837, or visit http://www.rbrc....collection and recycling location nearest you. Otherwise, fire or injury may result. Read this first Before operating the unit, please read this camcorder only, and should not be used with other electrical equipment. Even if your used rechargeable batteries to the wall outlet (wall socket)...
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...system-based TV. Television programs, films, video tapes, and other devices through a USB connection and the power of the camcorder is turned on, do any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this equipment. Otherwise, the recording media may be damaged, recorded... lamp (p. 24) are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a particular installation. Change the screen language before using the camcorder if necessary (p. 23). Notes on the country/region. CAUTION You are used for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part...
...system-based TV. Television programs, films, video tapes, and other devices through a USB connection and the power of the camcorder is turned on, do any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this equipment. Otherwise, the recording media may be damaged, recorded... lamp (p. 24) are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a particular installation. Change the screen language before using the camcorder if necessary (p. 23). Notes on the country/region. CAUTION You are used for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part...
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.... And, the illustrations of your camcorder and its screen indication are exaggerated or simplified for in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camcorder. 1 Access the Sony support page. Learning more about the camcorder ("Handycam" User Guide) "Handycam"... camcorder and accessories are subject to change without notice. In this manual when there is a difference in specification between models. Recording media Capacity of internal recording media Projector HDR-CX190 Memory card only HDR-CX200 HDR-PJ200 HDR-CX210 ...
.... And, the illustrations of your camcorder and its screen indication are exaggerated or simplified for in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camcorder. 1 Access the Sony support page. Learning more about the camcorder ("Handycam" User Guide) "Handycam"... camcorder and accessories are subject to change without notice. In this manual when there is a difference in specification between models. Recording media Capacity of internal recording media Projector HDR-CX190 Memory card only HDR-CX200 HDR-PJ200 HDR-CX210 ...
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Table of contents Table of contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 Read this first 6 Learning more about the camcorder ("Handycam" User Guide 9 Selecting items on the LCD screen 10 Parts and controls 14 Getting started Supplied Items 17 Charging the battery pack... the power on, and setting the date and time 22 Changing the language setting 23 Preparing the recording media 24 Selecting a recording medium (HDR-CX210 24 Inserting a memory card 24 Recording/Playback Recording 26 Recording movies 26 Shooting photos 27 Zooming 30 Playback 31 Operating buttons while playing 33 ...
Table of contents Table of contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 Read this first 6 Learning more about the camcorder ("Handycam" User Guide 9 Selecting items on the LCD screen 10 Parts and controls 14 Getting started Supplied Items 17 Charging the battery pack... the power on, and setting the date and time 22 Changing the language setting 23 Preparing the recording media 24 Selecting a recording medium (HDR-CX210 24 Inserting a memory card 24 Recording/Playback Recording 26 Recording movies 26 Shooting photos 27 Zooming 30 Playback 31 Operating buttons while playing 33 ...
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... the data format to STD image quality (Highlight Movie 40 Playing images on a TV 41 Using the built-in projector (HDR-PJ200 43 Editing Editing on your camcorder 45 Deleting movies and photos 45 Dividing a movie 45 Capturing a photo from a movie 46 Saving movies and photos with ...a computer Useful functions available when connecting the camcorder to your computer.. . . . 47 For Windows 47 For Mac 47 Preparing a computer (Windows 48 Step 1 Checking the computer system 48 Step 2...
... the data format to STD image quality (Highlight Movie 40 Playing images on a TV 41 Using the built-in projector (HDR-PJ200 43 Editing Editing on your camcorder 45 Deleting movies and photos 45 Dividing a movie 45 Capturing a photo from a movie 46 Saving movies and photos with ...a computer Useful functions available when connecting the camcorder to your computer.. . . . 47 For Windows 47 For Mac 47 Preparing a computer (Windows 48 Step 1 Checking the computer system 48 Step 2...
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Table of contents Customizing your camcorder Using menus 59 Menu lists 61 Others/Index Troubleshooting 64 Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators 66 Recording time of movies/number of recordable photos 67 Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack 67 Expected recording time of movies 67 Expected number of recordable photos 68 About handling of your camcorder 69 Specifications 73 Screen indicators 76 Index 78 US 13
Table of contents Customizing your camcorder Using menus 59 Menu lists 61 Others/Index Troubleshooting 64 Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators 66 Recording time of movies/number of recordable photos 67 Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack 67 Expected recording time of movies 67 Expected number of recordable photos 68 About handling of your camcorder 69 Specifications 73 Screen indicators 76 Index 78 US 13
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Use this cable when the Built-in this camcorder (p 48, p 51). US 17 HDMI cable (1) (only for HDR-CX200/CX210/PJ200) A/V connecting cable (1) USB connection support cable (1) The USB connection support cable is too short for use with this camcorder only. Camcorder (1) AC Adaptor (1) Power cord (Mains lead) (1) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV30 (1) "Operating ..."PlayMemories Home" Help Guide are the supplied quantity. Getting started Getting started Supplied Items The numbers in ( ) are pre-installed in USB Cable of the camcorder (p. 19) is designed for connection.
Use this cable when the Built-in this camcorder (p 48, p 51). US 17 HDMI cable (1) (only for HDR-CX200/CX210/PJ200) A/V connecting cable (1) USB connection support cable (1) The USB connection support cable is too short for use with this camcorder only. Camcorder (1) AC Adaptor (1) Power cord (Mains lead) (1) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV30 (1) "Operating ..."PlayMemories Home" Help Guide are the supplied quantity. Getting started Getting started Supplied Items The numbers in ( ) are pre-installed in USB Cable of the camcorder (p. 19) is designed for connection.
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Battery pack 2 Connect the AC Adaptor () and the power cord (mains lead) () to your camcorder. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack of your camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket). The CHG (charge) lamp turns on the DC IN jack. US 18 Charging the battery pack 1 Close.... DC plug To the wall outlet (wall socket) Notes You cannot attach any "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack other than the V series to your camcorder.
Battery pack 2 Connect the AC Adaptor () and the power cord (mains lead) () to your camcorder. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack of your camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket). The CHG (charge) lamp turns on the DC IN jack. US 18 Charging the battery pack 1 Close.... DC plug To the wall outlet (wall socket) Notes You cannot attach any "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack other than the V series to your camcorder.
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...the Built-in a temperature range of 10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F). * The charging times are measured when charging the camcorder at a temperature of 25 °C (77 °F). Charging time Approximate time (min.) required when you charge the battery in USB Cable to a wall outlet (...NP-FV30 (supplied) NP-FV50 NP-FV70 NP-FV100 AC Adaptor 115 155 195 390 Charging time Built-in USB Cable* (when using your camcorder and connect the camcorder to charge the camcorder. You cannot use a Sony CPAH2R, CP-AL, or AC-UP100 portable power supply device (sold separately).
...the Built-in a temperature range of 10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F). * The charging times are measured when charging the camcorder at a temperature of 25 °C (77 °F). Charging time Approximate time (min.) required when you charge the battery in USB Cable to a wall outlet (...NP-FV30 (supplied) NP-FV50 NP-FV70 NP-FV100 AC Adaptor 115 155 195 390 Charging time Built-in USB Cable* (when using your camcorder and connect the camcorder to charge the camcorder. You cannot use a Sony CPAH2R, CP-AL, or AC-UP100 portable power supply device (sold separately).
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...The battery pack is damaged. The temperature of the battery pack is high. Notes on the battery pack When you leave your camcorder. Do not use a wall outlet (wall socket) as a power source Make the same connections as between a wall and furniture. ...is not discharged. Slide the BATT (battery) release lever () and remove the battery pack (). Remove the battery pack from the camcorder, holding both the camcorder and the DC plug. Recording time, Playing time (67) Remaining battery indicator (28) Charging ...
...The battery pack is damaged. The temperature of the battery pack is high. Notes on the battery pack When you leave your camcorder. Do not use a wall outlet (wall socket) as a power source Make the same connections as between a wall and furniture. ...is not discharged. Slide the BATT (battery) release lever () and remove the battery pack (). Remove the battery pack from the camcorder, holding both the camcorder and the DC plug. Recording time, Playing time (67) Remaining battery indicator (28) Charging ...
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US 21 Getting started Charging the battery pack abroad You can charge the battery pack in any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder within the AC 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz range. Do not use an electronic voltage transformer.
US 21 Getting started Charging the battery pack abroad You can charge the battery pack in any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder within the AC 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz range. Do not use an electronic voltage transformer.
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HDR-CX200/CX210/PJ200 HDR-CX190 US 22 For HDR-CX190, select the button using the multiselector. 3 Select the desired geographical area with /. When you set [Daylight Savings] or [Summer Time] to turn the ...power on. 2 Select the desired language, then select [Next]. Turning the power on, and setting the date and time 1 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder...
HDR-CX200/CX210/PJ200 HDR-CX190 US 22 For HDR-CX190, select the button using the multiselector. 3 Select the desired geographical area with /. When you set [Daylight Savings] or [Summer Time] to turn the ...power on. 2 Select the desired language, then select [Next]. Turning the power on, and setting the date and time 1 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder...
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... Time Setting] (p. 63) To calibrate the touch panel: [Calibration] (HDR-CX200/CX210/PJ200) (p. 72) US 23 To adjust the angle of the LCD panel First open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (), and then adjust the angle (). 90 degrees (max.) ... 180 degrees (max.) 90 degrees to show messages in a specified language. They are recorded automatically on -screen displays to the camcorder To turn off the beep sound Select [Setup] [ General Settings] [Beep] [Off]. To display them as...
... Time Setting] (p. 63) To calibrate the touch panel: [Calibration] (HDR-CX200/CX210/PJ200) (p. 72) US 23 To adjust the angle of the LCD panel First open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (), and then adjust the angle (). 90 degrees (max.) ... 180 degrees (max.) 90 degrees to show messages in a specified language. They are recorded automatically on -screen displays to the camcorder To turn off the beep sound Select [Setup] [ General Settings] [Beep] [Off]. To display them as...
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... recording media The recording media that can be used are displayed on the screen of your camcorder as illustrated. Insert the card with the notched edge in the direction as following icons. Selecting a recording medium (HDR-CX210) Select [Setup] [ Media Settings] [Media Select] the ...; You cannot select a different recording medium for movies and for photos. Wait until it clicks. The [Preparing image database file. HDR-CX190/CX200/ PJ200 HDR-CX210 Default recording medium Memory card Internal memory Alternative recording medium -
... recording media The recording media that can be used are displayed on the screen of your camcorder as illustrated. Insert the card with the notched edge in the direction as following icons. Selecting a recording medium (HDR-CX210) Select [Setup] [ Media Settings] [Media Select] the ...; You cannot select a different recording medium for movies and for photos. Wait until it clicks. The [Preparing image database file. HDR-CX190/CX200/ PJ200 HDR-CX210 Default recording medium Memory card Internal memory Alternative recording medium -
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Save your important data on computers or AV devices not supporting the exFAT* file system by connecting the camcorder to these devices with your camcorder before the first use with your camcorder "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (Mark2) "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media SD memory card SDHC memory card SDXC... (p. 62). If you connect an equipment not supporting the exFAT system and the format screen appears, do not perform the format. Confirm in this camcorder. Movies recorded on SDXC memory cards cannot be imported to or played back on your PC, etc. If [Failed to format...
Save your important data on computers or AV devices not supporting the exFAT* file system by connecting the camcorder to these devices with your camcorder before the first use with your camcorder "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (Mark2) "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media SD memory card SDHC memory card SDXC... (p. 62). If you connect an equipment not supporting the exFAT system and the format screen appears, do not perform the format. Confirm in this camcorder. Movies recorded on SDXC memory cards cannot be imported to or played back on your PC, etc. If [Failed to format...
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... the multi-selector. US 27 HDR-CX200/CX210/PJ200: Touch anywhere except the buttons on the LCD screen. To display items on the LCD screen Items on or switch between the movie recording .... When the focus is adjusted properly, AE/AF lock indicator appears on the LCD screen. To display the items again, do not operate the camcorder for a few seconds after you turn on the (Photo) lamp. 2 Press PHOTO lightly to turn the...
... the multi-selector. US 27 HDR-CX200/CX210/PJ200: Touch anywhere except the buttons on the LCD screen. To display items on the LCD screen Items on or switch between the movie recording .... When the focus is adjusted properly, AE/AF lock indicator appears on the LCD screen. To display the items again, do not operate the camcorder for a few seconds after you turn on the (Photo) lamp. 2 Press PHOTO lightly to turn the...
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... subject appears on the LCD screen, but the image will be normal when recorded. However, this time, do not apply shock or vibration to the camcorder, or remove the battery or AC Adaptor. Access lamp (p. 24) is lit or flashing The media icon in mirror mode Open the ...LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (), then rotate it 180 degrees to [On] and using the outer frame of [Guide Frame] (p. 61) as a guide. Recording time, recordable number...
... subject appears on the LCD screen, but the image will be normal when recorded. However, this time, do not apply shock or vibration to the camcorder, or remove the battery or AC Adaptor. Access lamp (p. 24) is lit or flashing The media icon in mirror mode Open the ...LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (), then rotate it 180 degrees to [On] and using the outer frame of [Guide Frame] (p. 61) as a guide. Recording time, recordable number...
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... default setting. Move the power zoom lever slightly for a slower zoom. If you move your finger on the LCD screen (HDR-CX200/CX210/PJ200). The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is about 1 cm (about 13/32 in.) for wide angle and about 80 cm (about...
... default setting. Move the power zoom lever slightly for a slower zoom. If you move your finger on the LCD screen (HDR-CX200/CX210/PJ200). The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is about 1 cm (about 13/32 in.) for wide angle and about 80 cm (about...
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HDR-CX200/CX210/PJ200 HDR-CX190 2 Select / to move the desired event to the center () and then select it (). The camcorder displays recorded images as an event automatically, based on the date and time. 3 Select the image. The camcorder plays from the selected image to enter the playback mode. You can... the LCD screen and press the button on the LCD screen (p. 28). Recording/Playback Playback You can search for recorded images by selecting on the camcorder to the last image in the event. US 31
HDR-CX200/CX210/PJ200 HDR-CX190 2 Select / to move the desired event to the center () and then select it (). The camcorder displays recorded images as an event automatically, based on the date and time. 3 Select the image. The camcorder plays from the selected image to enter the playback mode. You can... the LCD screen and press the button on the LCD screen (p. 28). Recording/Playback Playback You can search for recorded images by selecting on the camcorder to the last image in the event. US 31
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... Next To play While viewing photos Operating buttons while viewing photos will be changed depends on the LCD screen disappear if you do as follows. HDR-CX200/CX210/PJ200: Touch the LCD screen. To display the items again, do not attempt to operate the camcorder for a few seconds. HDR-CX190: Move the multi-selector.
... Next To play While viewing photos Operating buttons while viewing photos will be changed depends on the LCD screen disappear if you do as follows. HDR-CX200/CX210/PJ200: Touch the LCD screen. To display the items again, do not attempt to operate the camcorder for a few seconds. HDR-CX190: Move the multi-selector.