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4-447-514-12(1) Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide Please also refer to : http://www.sony.net/SonyInfo/Support/ Table of contents Getting started Recording/Playback Saving movies and photos with a computer Saving images on an external media device Customizing your camcorder Others/Index HDR-CX220/CX220E/CX230/CX230E/CX280/CX280E/CX290/CX290E/ PJ220/PJ220E/PJ230/PJ230E
4-447-514-12(1) Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide Please also refer to : http://www.sony.net/SonyInfo/Support/ Table of contents Getting started Recording/Playback Saving movies and photos with a computer Saving images on an external media device Customizing your camcorder Others/Index HDR-CX220/CX220E/CX230/CX230E/CX280/CX280E/CX290/CX290E/ PJ220/PJ220E/PJ230/PJ230E
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... pack can burst, cause a fire or even chemical burns. Note on it while connected to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that may cause undesired operation. Operation is subject to the following cautions. Do not disassemble. ... Observe the following two conditions: (1) This device may result. Otherwise, fire or injury may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this camcorder only, and should not be used with other electrical equipment. AC Adaptor Do not use with this device must accept any interference received...
... pack can burst, cause a fire or even chemical burns. Note on it while connected to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that may cause undesired operation. Operation is subject to the following cautions. Do not disassemble. ... Observe the following two conditions: (1) This device may result. Otherwise, fire or injury may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this camcorder only, and should not be used with other electrical equipment. AC Adaptor Do not use with this device must accept any interference received...
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...this manual" (p. 12). Television programs, films, video tapes, and other devices through a USB connection and the power of the camcorder, recording media, etc. TV color systems differ depending on the country/region. And, the illustrations of those are operational for ...pack or AC Adaptor (models with local regulations. To view your recordings on a TV, you need a TV that actually appear on your camcorder model, see the following . Unauthorized recording of the following page: Functions and equipment p.12 Supplied items p.13 About language...
...this manual" (p. 12). Television programs, films, video tapes, and other devices through a USB connection and the power of the camcorder, recording media, etc. TV color systems differ depending on the country/region. And, the illustrations of those are operational for ...pack or AC Adaptor (models with local regulations. To view your recordings on a TV, you need a TV that actually appear on your camcorder model, see the following . Unauthorized recording of the following page: Functions and equipment p.12 Supplied items p.13 About language...
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...designed for use with high definition image quality (HD) is too short for connection. 1 Access the Sony support page. http://www.sony.net/SonyInfo/ Support/ 2 Select your country or region. 3 Search for HDR-CX280/CX280E/CX290/ CX290E/PJ220/PJ220E/PJ230/PJ230E AC Adaptor (1) Power cord (Mains... page. Check the model name on -line manual. GB 11 Learning more about the camcorder ("Handycam" User Guide) "Handycam" User Guide is an on the bottom of the camcorder is called "recording media." In this manual, the DVD disc recorded with this manual,...
...designed for use with high definition image quality (HD) is too short for connection. 1 Access the Sony support page. http://www.sony.net/SonyInfo/ Support/ 2 Select your country or region. 3 Search for HDR-CX280/CX280E/CX290/ CX290E/PJ220/PJ220E/PJ230/PJ230E AC Adaptor (1) Power cord (Mains... page. Check the model name on -line manual. GB 11 Learning more about the camcorder ("Handycam" User Guide) "Handycam" User Guide is an on the bottom of the camcorder is called "recording media." In this manual, the DVD disc recorded with this manual,...
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... the description applies to use this manual In this manual, the differences in functions Model name HDR-CX220/ PJ220 HDR-CX220E/ PJ220E HDR-CX230/ PJ230 HDR-CX230E/ PJ230E HDR-CX280 HDR-CX280E HDR-CX290 HDR-CX290E Recording media Internal memory + Memory card Memory card Signal format NTSC...Input/Output Output only SteadyShot Electronic Electronic Electronic Electronic Optical Optical Optical Optical GB 12 How to your camcorder. Model name (HDR-xxx) Differences in the specifications for each model are described together. If you find the description "Models...
... the description applies to use this manual In this manual, the differences in functions Model name HDR-CX220/ PJ220 HDR-CX220E/ PJ220E HDR-CX230/ PJ230 HDR-CX230E/ PJ230E HDR-CX280 HDR-CX280E HDR-CX290 HDR-CX290E Recording media Internal memory + Memory card Memory card Signal format NTSC...Input/Output Output only SteadyShot Electronic Electronic Electronic Electronic Optical Optical Optical Optical GB 12 How to your camcorder. Model name (HDR-xxx) Differences in the specifications for each model are described together. If you find the description "Models...
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Table of contents Read this first 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 Learning more about the camcorder ("Handycam" User Guide 11 Selecting items on the LCD screen 11 Supplied Items 11 How to use this manual 12 Differences in functions 12 Differences ... 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 (Models with internal memory 21 Inserting a memory card 22 Recording/Playback Recording 24 Zooming 25 Playback 26 Playing images on...
Table of contents Read this first 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 Learning more about the camcorder ("Handycam" User Guide 11 Selecting items on the LCD screen 11 Supplied Items 11 How to use this manual 12 Differences in functions 12 Differences ... 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 (Models with internal memory 21 Inserting a memory card 22 Recording/Playback Recording 24 Zooming 25 Playback 26 Playing images on...
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Table of contents Saving images on an external media device Creating a standard definition image quality (STD) disc with a recorder 34 Saving images on an external media device with high definition (HD) image quality (Models with an AC Adaptor 35 Customizing your camcorder Using menus 36 Menu lists 37 Others/Index Troubleshooting 40 Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators 41 About handling of your camcorder 42 Specifications 46 Screen indicators 49 Index 51 GB 15
Table of contents Saving images on an external media device Creating a standard definition image quality (STD) disc with a recorder 34 Saving images on an external media device with high definition (HD) image quality (Models with an AC Adaptor 35 Customizing your camcorder Using menus 36 Menu lists 37 Others/Index Troubleshooting 40 Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators 41 About handling of your camcorder 42 Specifications 46 Screen indicators 49 Index 51 GB 15
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... Cable (19) Memory card access lamp (22) While the lamp is lit or flashing, the camcorder is reading or writing data. Tripod receptacle Attach a tripod (sold separately: the length of the tripod, your camcorder may not attach in .)). Depending on the specifications of the screw must be less than 5.5 mm...
... Cable (19) Memory card access lamp (22) While the lamp is lit or flashing, the camcorder is reading or writing data. Tripod receptacle Attach a tripod (sold separately: the length of the tripod, your camcorder may not attach in .)). Depending on the specifications of the screw must be less than 5.5 mm...
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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 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.
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... 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 ... plug with that on the DC IN jack Getting started POWER/CHG (charge) lamp DC IN jack Charging the battery using your computer Connect the camcorder to a running computer using the Built-in USB Cable. The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp turns orange. The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp turns ...
... 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 ... plug with that on the DC IN jack Getting started POWER/CHG (charge) lamp DC IN jack Charging the battery using your computer Connect the camcorder to a running computer using the Built-in USB Cable. The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp turns orange. The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp turns ...
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You cannot use a Sony CPAH2R, CP-AL, or AC-UP100 portable power supply device (sold separately) to charge the camcorder. The charging times shown above are measured when charging the camcorder at a room temperature of 10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F). * The charging times ... the default setting, the power turns off automatically if you fully charge a fully discharged NP-FV30 battery pack (supplied). When using your camcorder without using the USB connection support cable. GB 20 When using an AC-UD10 USB charger/AC Adaptor (sold separately). To charge the battery...
You cannot use a Sony CPAH2R, CP-AL, or AC-UP100 portable power supply device (sold separately) to charge the camcorder. The charging times shown above are measured when charging the camcorder at a room temperature of 10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F). * The charging times ... the default setting, the power turns off automatically if you fully charge a fully discharged NP-FV30 battery pack (supplied). When using your camcorder without using the USB connection support cable. GB 20 When using an AC-UD10 USB charger/AC Adaptor (sold separately). To charge the battery...
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... recording date and time are not displayed during playback. Setting For information on your camcorder model, see the following page: Functions and equipment p.12 Supplied items p.13 Preparing your camcorder 1 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder and turn the power on. To turn off the power, close the LCD...
... recording date and time are not displayed during playback. Setting For information on your camcorder model, see the following page: Functions and equipment p.12 Supplied items p.13 Preparing your camcorder 1 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder and turn the power on. To turn off the power, close the LCD...
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... is not assured. Up to 32 GB "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media Up to 64 GB Class 4 or faster Up to these devices with your camcorder before the first use with the notched corner in once. Formatting the memory card will be careful so that the connecting equipment is recommended to...; Movies recorded on "Memory Stick XC-HG Duo" media and SDXC memory cards cannot be used with all the data stored on your camcorder "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (Mark2) "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media "Memory Stick XC-HG Duo" media SD memory card SDHC memory card SDXC ...
... is not assured. Up to 32 GB "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media Up to 64 GB Class 4 or faster Up to these devices with your camcorder before the first use with the notched corner in once. Formatting the memory card will be careful so that the connecting equipment is recommended to...; Movies recorded on "Memory Stick XC-HG Duo" media and SDXC memory cards cannot be used with all the data stored on your camcorder "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (Mark2) "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media "Memory Stick XC-HG Duo" media SD memory card SDHC memory card SDXC ...
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...: Press PHOTO. To display items on the LCD screen Items on the LCD screen disappear if you do not operate the camcorder for a few seconds after you turn the camcorder on your camcorder model, see the following page: Functions and equipment p.12 Supplied items p.13 1 Open the lens cover. 2 Open the...
...: Press PHOTO. To display items on the LCD screen Items on the LCD screen disappear if you do not operate the camcorder for a few seconds after you turn the camcorder on your camcorder model, see the following page: Functions and equipment p.12 Supplied items p.13 1 Open the lens cover. 2 Open the...
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... power zoom lever to magnify or reduce the size of the image. Move it . 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 movies... or photos, then point your camcorder GB 25 on the recording screen of the LCD screen is still being written onto the recording media after recording has finished. To magnify images...
... power zoom lever to magnify or reduce the size of the image. Move it . 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 movies... or photos, then point your camcorder GB 25 on the recording screen of the LCD screen is still being written onto the recording media after recording has finished. To magnify images...
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... the LCD screen. 2 Select / to move the desired event to the center () and then MENU select it (). The camcorder displays recorded images as an event automatically, based on the date 1 1 2013 1-2 and time. 2013 Highlight 3 Select the image. The...2013 1 2 00:00:00 1 18 2013 1 19 4 Select the appropriate buttons on the image being played back. GB 26 Playback For information on your camcorder model, see the following page: Functions and equipment p.12 Supplied items p.13 You can enter the playback mode by date and time of...
... the LCD screen. 2 Select / to move the desired event to the center () and then MENU select it (). The camcorder displays recorded images as an event automatically, based on the date 1 1 2013 1-2 and time. 2013 Highlight 3 Select the image. The...2013 1 2 00:00:00 1 18 2013 1 19 4 Select the appropriate buttons on the image being played back. GB 26 Playback For information on your camcorder model, see the following page: Functions and equipment p.12 Supplied items p.13 You can enter the playback mode by date and time of...
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...demonstration movie is selected with the Switch Image Type button. Notes To prevent your image data from being lost, save all your camcorder normally. To play back images with other devices You may not be played on AV equipment of other devices images that were ... play back images recorded on other devices with other manufacturers. Recording/Playback As you may not be able to play back with your camcorder. Standard definition image quality (STD) movies recorded on SD memory cards cannot be able to play movies slowly. To repeat...
...demonstration movie is selected with the Switch Image Type button. Notes To prevent your image data from being lost, save all your camcorder normally. To play back images with other devices You may not be played on AV equipment of other devices images that were ... play back images recorded on other devices with other manufacturers. Recording/Playback As you may not be able to play back with your camcorder. Standard definition image quality (STD) movies recorded on SD memory cards cannot be able to play movies slowly. To repeat...
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...ratio. If you play back standard definition image quality (STD) movies on the TV to the connected jack. 2 Connect the camcorder to a TV. By connecting Sony's Photo TV HDcompatible devices using more than one type of cable to output images, HDMI output takes priority. Playing images on a TV For... information on your camcorder to the TV using an HDMI cable*, a whole new world of photos can be enjoyed in standard ...
...ratio. If you play back standard definition image quality (STD) movies on the TV to the connected jack. 2 Connect the camcorder to a TV. By connecting Sony's Photo TV HDcompatible devices using more than one type of cable to output images, HDMI output takes priority. Playing images on a TV For... information on your camcorder to the TV using an HDMI cable*, a whole new world of photos can be enjoyed in standard ...
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...projector lens become hot while in use. Using the projector shortens battery life (using the supplied AC Adaptor is turned on your camcorder model, see the following page: Functions and equipment p.12 Supplied items p.13 You can also use the multi-...2 When the operating guide screen appears, select [Project]. This screen appears the first time you use the built-in projector after the camcorder is recommended). The following operations are unavailable while you are using the projector. Output of Highlight Playback to a device such ...
...projector lens become hot while in use. Using the projector shortens battery life (using the supplied AC Adaptor is turned on your camcorder model, see the following page: Functions and equipment p.12 Supplied items p.13 You can also use the multi-...2 When the operating guide screen appears, select [Project]. This screen appears the first time you use the built-in projector after the camcorder is recommended). The following operations are unavailable while you are using the projector. Output of Highlight Playback to a device such ...
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This is caused by light reflection in the projector lens and is not a malfunction. GB 30 Operation of the camcorder with the LCD screen closed Several other functions When the projected images contain a lot of black, faint color unevenness may appear.
This is caused by light reflection in the projector lens and is not a malfunction. GB 30 Operation of the camcorder with the LCD screen closed Several other functions When the projected images contain a lot of black, faint color unevenness may appear.