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Refer to persons. ACSerial No. Do not expose the batteries to rain or moisture. 2) do not place objects filled with liquids, such as sunshine, fire or the like. This symbol is intended to alert the ... voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. WARNING To reduce the risk of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the...
Refer to persons. ACSerial No. Do not expose the batteries to rain or moisture. 2) do not place objects filled with liquids, such as sunshine, fire or the like. This symbol is intended to alert the ... voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. WARNING To reduce the risk of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the...
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...be used with the same or equivalent type recommended by returning your used battery packs promptly as between a wall and furniture. Note on it while connected to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that may result. This Class B digital apparatus ...complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Replace the battery with the battery terminals. Do not expose to high temperature ...
...be used with the same or equivalent type recommended by returning your used battery packs promptly as between a wall and furniture. Note on it while connected to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that may result. This Class B digital apparatus ...complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Replace the battery with the battery terminals. Do not expose to high temperature ...
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...battery provided with separate collection systems) This symbol on the battery...battery from the product safely. Hand the battery...batteries, please view the section on the packaging indicates that the battery... of this battery should lose ...symbol. On certain batteries this product shall ... with an incorporated battery, this product, ...batteries. Disposal of this product shall...battery. By ensuring these batteries are added if the battery contains more detailed information about recycling of waste batteries...battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your nearest...
...battery provided with separate collection systems) This symbol on the battery...battery from the product safely. Hand the battery...batteries, please view the section on the packaging indicates that the battery... of this battery should lose ...symbol. On certain batteries this product shall ... with an incorporated battery, this product, ...batteries. Disposal of this product shall...battery. By ensuring these batteries are added if the battery contains more detailed information about recycling of waste batteries...battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your nearest...
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... or flashing green or the access lamp (p. 22) is lit or flashing When the camcorder is lit or flashing GB 10 removing the battery pack or AC Adaptor (models with local regulations. LCD Panel The LCD screen is not possible due to the copyright laws. And, the illustrations...
... or flashing green or the access lamp (p. 22) is lit or flashing When the camcorder is lit or flashing GB 10 removing the battery pack or AC Adaptor (models with local regulations. LCD Panel The LCD screen is not possible due to the copyright laws. And, the illustrations...
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... to complete the selection. Selecting items on the LCD screen Move the multi-selector towards to select the desired item, Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV30 (1) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) Only for use with high definition image quality (HD) is called...camcorder. http://www.sony.net/SonyInfo/ Support/ 2 Select your country or region. 3 Search for in ( ) indicate the supplied quantity. Camcorder (1) HDMI cable (1) USB connection support cable (1) The USB connection support cable is an on HDR-PJ230E unless otherwise ...
... to complete the selection. Selecting items on the LCD screen Move the multi-selector towards to select the desired item, Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV30 (1) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) Only for use with high definition image quality (HD) is called...camcorder. http://www.sony.net/SonyInfo/ Support/ 2 Select your country or region. 3 Search for in ( ) indicate the supplied quantity. Camcorder (1) HDMI cable (1) USB connection support cable (1) The USB connection support cable is an on HDR-PJ230E unless otherwise ...
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... equipment 13 Differences in supplied items 13 Parts and controls 16 Getting started Charging the battery pack 18 Attaching/Removing the battery pack 18 Charging the battery using the AC Adaptor (Models with an AC Adaptor 19 Charging the battery using your computer 19 Setting 21 Preparing your camcorder 21 Changing the recording media...
... equipment 13 Differences in supplied items 13 Parts and controls 16 Getting started Charging the battery pack 18 Attaching/Removing the battery pack 18 Charging the battery using the AC Adaptor (Models with an AC Adaptor 19 Charging the battery using your computer 19 Setting 21 Preparing your camcorder 21 Changing the recording media...
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To fasten the grip belt Power zoom lever (25) PHOTO button (24) POWER/CHG (charge) lamp (19) Battery pack (18) START/STOP button (24) DC IN jack (19) Multi/Micro USB Terminal Supports Micro USB compatible devices. Grip belt ... in .)). Depending on the specifications of the screw must be less than 5.5 mm (7/32 in the proper direction. Memory card slot (22) BATT (battery) release lever (18) GB 17
To fasten the grip belt Power zoom lever (25) PHOTO button (24) POWER/CHG (charge) lamp (19) Battery pack (18) START/STOP button (24) DC IN jack (19) Multi/Micro USB Terminal Supports Micro USB compatible devices. Grip belt ... in .)). Depending on the specifications of the screw must be less than 5.5 mm (7/32 in the proper direction. Memory card slot (22) BATT (battery) release lever (18) GB 17
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Getting started Charging the battery pack For information on your camcorder model, see the following page: Functions and equipment p.12 Supplied items p.13 Attaching/Removing the battery pack Close the LCD screen and attach the battery pack. Align the indentation on the camcorder and projection on the battery pack, then slide the battery pack upwards. To remove the battery pack, close the LCD screen, then slide the BATT (battery) release lever and remove the battery pack. Battery pack GB 18
Getting started Charging the battery pack For information on your camcorder model, see the following page: Functions and equipment p.12 Supplied items p.13 Attaching/Removing the battery pack Close the LCD screen and attach the battery pack. Align the indentation on the camcorder and projection on the battery pack, then slide the battery pack upwards. To remove the battery pack, close the LCD screen, then slide the BATT (battery) release lever and remove the battery pack. Battery pack GB 18
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... fully charged. Use the USB connection support cable when the Built-in USB Cable To the wall outlet (wall socket) GB 19 Charging the battery using the AC Adaptor (Models with an AC Adaptor) Connect the AC Adaptor () and the power cord (mains lead) () to your camcorder and... the wall outlet (wall socket). The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp turns orange. The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery pack is fully charged. DC plug To the wall outlet (wall socket) Align the mark on the DC plug with that on...
... fully charged. Use the USB connection support cable when the Built-in USB Cable To the wall outlet (wall socket) GB 19 Charging the battery using the AC Adaptor (Models with an AC Adaptor) Connect the AC Adaptor () and the power cord (mains lead) () to your camcorder and... the wall outlet (wall socket). The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp turns orange. The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery pack is fully charged. DC plug To the wall outlet (wall socket) Align the mark on the DC plug with that on...
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...charging times are measured without any operation for about 2 minutes, to charge the camcorder. To charge the battery using an AC-UD10 USB charger/AC Adaptor (sold separately) You can charge the battery by connecting the Built-in USB Cable to a wall outlet (wall socket) using an AC-UD10 USB ...charger/AC Adaptor (sold separately) to save battery power ([Power Save], p. 39). When using your camcorder without using the AC Adaptor (models with the Built-in USB Cable*: 150 min. You cannot use a Sony CPAH2R, CP-AL, or AC-UP100 portable power supply device (sold ...
...charging times are measured without any operation for about 2 minutes, to charge the camcorder. To charge the battery using an AC-UD10 USB charger/AC Adaptor (sold separately) You can charge the battery by connecting the Built-in USB Cable to a wall outlet (wall socket) using an AC-UD10 USB ...charger/AC Adaptor (sold separately) to save battery power ([Power Save], p. 39). When using your camcorder without using the AC Adaptor (models with the Built-in USB Cable*: 150 min. You cannot use a Sony CPAH2R, CP-AL, or AC-UP100 portable power supply device (sold ...
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... 32 times the original size by extending the wide angle. During this time, do not apply shock or vibration to the camcorder, or remove the battery or AC Adaptor. Access lamp (p. 22) is lit or flashing The media icon in the upper right of the LCD screen is flashing...
... 32 times the original size by extending the wide angle. During this time, do not apply shock or vibration to the camcorder, or remove the battery or AC Adaptor. Access lamp (p. 22) is lit or flashing The media icon in the upper right of the LCD screen is flashing...
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... sure not to touch the projector lens. The LCD screen and the projector lens become hot while in use. Using the projector shortens battery life (using the supplied AC Adaptor is recommended). The following operations are unavailable while you are using the projector. Output of the following...
... sure not to touch the projector lens. The LCD screen and the projector lens become hot while in use. Using the projector shortens battery life (using the supplied AC Adaptor is recommended). The following operations are unavailable while you are using the projector. Output of the following...
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.../CX290E *2 HDR-CX230/CX230E/CX290/CX290E/PJ230/PJ230E *3 HDR-CX220/CX230/CX280/CX290/PJ220/PJ230 GB 39 Sets the display language (p. 10). Power Save Sets the LCD screen and the power so that they turn off automatically. Initialize Initializes all the settings to the default settings. Sets the date and time. Language Setting.......... Battery Info...
.../CX290E *2 HDR-CX230/CX230E/CX290/CX290E/PJ230/PJ230E *3 HDR-CX220/CX230/CX280/CX290/PJ220/PJ230 GB 39 Sets the display language (p. 10). Power Save Sets the LCD screen and the power so that they turn off automatically. Initialize Initializes all the settings to the default settings. Sets the date and time. Language Setting.......... Battery Info...
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...problem. Connect it after about 1 minute. The power abruptly turns off when no operations are reset. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. You may need to initialize or change the current internal memory (models with internal memory) of ...turns itself off . Use the AC Adaptor (models with an AC Adaptor) has been disconnected from the wall outlet (wall socket) or remove the battery pack, then reconnect it to a computer. Stop the playback, and select [Shooting Mode] [ Movie] or [ Photo]. Your...
...problem. Connect it after about 1 minute. The power abruptly turns off when no operations are reset. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. You may need to initialize or change the current internal memory (models with internal memory) of ...turns itself off . Use the AC Adaptor (models with an AC Adaptor) has been disconnected from the wall outlet (wall socket) or remove the battery pack, then reconnect it to a computer. Stop the playback, and select [Shooting Mode] [ Movie] or [ Photo]. Your...
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...Sony service facility. If the problem persists even after you contact them, give them all USB devices from the USB jack of your computer except the keyboard, mouse, and your camcorder. Disconnect the Built-in USB Cable from on page 40. The battery pack is not an "InfoLITHIUM" battery...on the LCD screen, check the following. Delete unnecessary images (p. 27). C:06: The battery pack temperature is required to install "PlayMemories Home." Check the computer environment or installation procedure required to ...
...Sony service facility. If the problem persists even after you contact them, give them all USB devices from the USB jack of your computer except the keyboard, mouse, and your camcorder. Disconnect the Built-in USB Cable from on page 40. The battery pack is not an "InfoLITHIUM" battery...on the LCD screen, check the following. Delete unnecessary images (p. 27). C:06: The battery pack temperature is required to install "PlayMemories Home." Check the computer environment or installation procedure required to ...
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... card is inserted (p. 22). When the indicator flashes, there are not enough free spaces for a while, then record. LCD screen Battery pack The memory card is full. Photos cannot be damaged. The camcorder may not be able to record properly. Change the...Do not use and care The camcorder is unsteady, so camera-shake easily occurs. Never leave them exposed to malfunction. The battery pack temperature is write-protected. Access to the memory card was restricted on other media (p. 38). The image data base file...
... card is inserted (p. 22). When the indicator flashes, there are not enough free spaces for a while, then record. LCD screen Battery pack The memory card is full. Photos cannot be damaged. The camcorder may not be able to record properly. Change the...Do not use and care The camcorder is unsteady, so camera-shake easily occurs. Never leave them exposed to malfunction. The battery pack temperature is write-protected. Access to the memory card was restricted on other media (p. 38). The image data base file...
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... wet, for example, from rain or sea water. Sometimes this case, an indicator appears on the LCD screen. Note on the camcorder/battery pack temperature When the temperature of the camcorder being activated in this malfunction cannot be repaired. Near windows or outdoors,...is used with an AC Adaptor). Do not use a deformed or damaged battery pack. Keep metal contacts clean. If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked: Consult your local authorized Sony service facility. Wash off any liquid that is not connected to use ...
... wet, for example, from rain or sea water. Sometimes this case, an indicator appears on the LCD screen. Note on the camcorder/battery pack temperature When the temperature of the camcorder being activated in this malfunction cannot be repaired. Near windows or outdoors,...is used with an AC Adaptor). Do not use a deformed or damaged battery pack. Keep metal contacts clean. If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked: Consult your local authorized Sony service facility. Wash off any liquid that is not connected to use ...
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..., or perform [Format] (p. 38), data on the internal memory may not be completely erased. However, even if the pre-installed rechargeable battery is recommended that you delete all . It is not charged, the camcorder operation other settings even when the LCD screen is attached. On ...charging the pre-installed rechargeable battery Your camcorder has a pre-installed rechargeable battery to retain the date, time, and other than date recording will be fully discharged in about 3 months if you ...
..., or perform [Format] (p. 38), data on the internal memory may not be completely erased. However, even if the pre-installed rechargeable battery is recommended that you delete all . It is not charged, the camcorder operation other settings even when the LCD screen is attached. On ...charging the pre-installed rechargeable battery Your camcorder has a pre-installed rechargeable battery to retain the date, time, and other than date recording will be fully discharged in about 3 months if you ...
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... (1 15/16 in. 1 3/16 in. 3 1/4 in .) (w/h/d) including the projecting parts, and the supplied rechargeable battery pack attached Mass (approx.) HDR-CX220/CX220E/CX230/CX230E: 178 g (6.3 oz) main unit only 222 g (7.8 oz) including the supplied rechargeable battery pack HDR-CX280/CX280E/CX290/CX290E: 180 g (6.3 oz) main unit only 224 g (7.9 oz) including the supplied rechargeable...
... (1 15/16 in. 1 3/16 in. 3 1/4 in .) (w/h/d) including the projecting parts, and the supplied rechargeable battery pack attached Mass (approx.) HDR-CX220/CX220E/CX230/CX230E: 178 g (6.3 oz) main unit only 222 g (7.8 oz) including the supplied rechargeable battery pack HDR-CX280/CX280E/CX290/CX290E: 180 g (6.3 oz) main unit only 224 g (7.9 oz) including the supplied rechargeable...
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HDR-CX220/CX220E/CX230/CX230E Recording media HDR-CX230/CX230E HDRCX220/ CX220E Internal memory Memory card Continuous recording time 95 95 Typical recording time 45 45 Playing time 145 145 HDR-CX280/CX280E/CX290/CX290E/PJ220/ PJ220E/PJ230/PJ230E Recording media HDR- in minutes) These tables show the approximate available running times for the supplied battery...when you repeat recording start/stop, switching the movie or photo mode, and zooming. When using a Sony memory card. Times measured when using the camcorder at 25 C (77 °F). 10 ...
HDR-CX220/CX220E/CX230/CX230E Recording media HDR-CX230/CX230E HDRCX220/ CX220E Internal memory Memory card Continuous recording time 95 95 Typical recording time 45 45 Playing time 145 145 HDR-CX280/CX280E/CX290/CX290E/PJ220/ PJ220E/PJ230/PJ230E Recording media HDR- in minutes) These tables show the approximate available running times for the supplied battery...when you repeat recording start/stop, switching the movie or photo mode, and zooming. When using a Sony memory card. Times measured when using the camcorder at 25 C (77 °F). 10 ...