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... for the customers in this device must be used in accordance with the limits set out in a particular installation. Attention The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may cause undesired operation. CAUTION You are designed to discontinue midway (fail), restart the application or disconnect and connect the communication cable (USB, etc.) again. For any service or guarantee matters, please refer...
... for the customers in this device must be used in accordance with the limits set out in a particular installation. Attention The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may cause undesired operation. CAUTION You are designed to discontinue midway (fail), restart the application or disconnect and connect the communication cable (USB, etc.) again. For any service or guarantee matters, please refer...
Operating Guide
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... captured using a digital still camera, and therefore may be contrary to other devices through a USB connection and the power of your camcorder and its screen indication are used in this manual" (p. 12). Television programs, films, video tapes, and other malfunctions could occur. ejecting the memory card when the access lamp (p. 22) is lit or flashing GB 10 removing the battery pack or AC Adaptor (models with local regulations. Black points White, red...
... captured using a digital still camera, and therefore may be contrary to other devices through a USB connection and the power of your camcorder and its screen indication are used in this manual" (p. 12). Television programs, films, video tapes, and other malfunctions could occur. ejecting the memory card when the access lamp (p. 22) is lit or flashing GB 10 removing the battery pack or AC Adaptor (models with local regulations. Black points White, red...
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... ( ) indicate the supplied quantity. Camcorder (1) HDMI cable (1) USB connection support cable (1) The USB connection support cable is designed for use with this manual, the DVD disc recorded with internal memory) of your camcorder within the support page. Check the model name on the bottom of the camcorder and the memory card are based on the many functions of the camcorder. Supplied Items The numbers in -depth instructions on HDR-PJ230E unless otherwise specified. Selecting...
... ( ) indicate the supplied quantity. Camcorder (1) HDMI cable (1) USB connection support cable (1) The USB connection support cable is designed for use with this manual, the DVD disc recorded with internal memory) of your camcorder within the support page. Check the model name on the bottom of the camcorder and the memory card are based on the many functions of the camcorder. Supplied Items The numbers in -depth instructions on HDR-PJ230E unless otherwise specified. Selecting...
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You cannot use a Sony CPAH2R, CP-AL, or AC-UP100 portable power supply device (sold separately) to save battery power ([Power Save], p. 39). It is recommended that you charge the battery in USB Cable to a wall outlet (wall socket) using an AC-UD10 USB charger/AC Adaptor (sold separately). To charge the battery using an AC-UD10 USB charger/AC Adaptor (sold separately) You can charge the battery by connecting the Built-in a temperature range...
You cannot use a Sony CPAH2R, CP-AL, or AC-UP100 portable power supply device (sold separately) to save battery power ([Power Save], p. 39). It is recommended that you charge the battery in USB Cable to a wall outlet (wall socket) using an AC-UD10 USB charger/AC Adaptor (sold separately). To charge the battery using an AC-UD10 USB charger/AC Adaptor (sold separately) You can charge the battery by connecting the Built-in a temperature range...
Operating Guide
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...change the recording media to a memory card. Changing the recording media (Models with internal memory) In the default setting, movies and photos are recorded automatically on the recording media. You can check them , select [Setup] [ Playback Settings] [Data Code] [Date/Time]. They are not displayed during playback. GB 21 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...
...change the recording media to a memory card. Changing the recording media (Models with internal memory) In the default setting, movies and photos are recorded automatically on the recording media. You can check them , select [Setup] [ Playback Settings] [Data Code] [Date/Time]. They are not displayed during playback. GB 21 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...
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... p.13 Connection methods and the image quality viewed on the TV screen differ depending on the camcorder (p. 26). By connecting Sony's Photo TV HDcompatible devices using more than one type of TV is compatible with 4:3 aspect ratio. If you play back standard definition image quality (STD) movies on a 4:3 TV that is not compatible with the 16:9 signal, set [ Wide Mode] to [4:3] to record movies with the "Photo TV HD...
... p.13 Connection methods and the image quality viewed on the TV screen differ depending on the camcorder (p. 26). By connecting Sony's Photo TV HDcompatible devices using more than one type of TV is compatible with 4:3 aspect ratio. If you play back standard definition image quality (STD) movies on a 4:3 TV that is not compatible with the 16:9 signal, set [ Wide Mode] to [4:3] to record movies with the "Photo TV HD...
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... the computer screen to see how to a Blu-ray disc. You cannot create a disc with movies recorded in [ REC Mode]. To disconnect your camcorder from the help menu of the computer [Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device]. All image files may be handled properly by the import function and the playback function of the camcorder or the "PlayMemories Home" software. When using Windows 7 or Windows 8, click , then click . Saving movies and photos with this...
... the computer screen to see how to a Blu-ray disc. You cannot create a disc with movies recorded in [ REC Mode]. To disconnect your camcorder from the help menu of the computer [Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device]. All image files may be handled properly by the import function and the playback function of the camcorder or the "PlayMemories Home" software. When using Windows 7 or Windows 8, click , then click . Saving movies and photos with this...
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... this operation (models with an AC Adaptor) (p. 19). Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the device connected. You cannot copy images to recorders connected with an HDMI cable. Since copying is finished, stop the recording device, and then your camcorder. Copying date and time information: [Data Code] (p. 38) Using 4:3 screen size display device: [TV Type] (p. 38) GB 34 You can copy images played back on your camcorder on the device. 1 Insert the recording medium in the recording device (a disc recorder...
... this operation (models with an AC Adaptor) (p. 19). Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the device connected. You cannot copy images to recorders connected with an HDMI cable. Since copying is finished, stop the recording device, and then your camcorder. Copying date and time information: [Data Code] (p. 38) Using 4:3 screen size display device: [TV Type] (p. 38) GB 34 You can copy images played back on your camcorder on the device. 1 Insert the recording medium in the recording device (a disc recorder...
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...a USB connection by Highlight Playback. USB Connect Select this item when you connect your favorite music files from the Event View display. x.v.Color Records a wider range of playback sound. Set this item when no instructions appear on the LCD screen when you watch images with a TV which is connected to an external device via USB. Image Size Sets the photo size. Protect Protects movies or photos to some USB functions. Setup Media Settings Media Select*2 Selects the type of recording. Format Deletes and formats all music files. Repair Img. Playback Settings Data Code...
...a USB connection by Highlight Playback. USB Connect Select this item when you connect your favorite music files from the Event View display. x.v.Color Records a wider range of playback sound. Set this item when no instructions appear on the LCD screen when you watch images with a TV which is connected to an external device via USB. Image Size Sets the photo size. Protect Protects movies or photos to some USB functions. Setup Media Settings Media Select*2 Selects the type of recording. Format Deletes and formats all music files. Repair Img. Playback Settings Data Code...
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... recording media. Pressing START/STOP or PHOTO does not record images. The playback screen is not a malfunction. Be sure to investigate the problem. This is displayed. GB 40 The power does not turn on. Attach a charged battery pack to a computer. The power abruptly turns off. Use the AC Adaptor (models with an AC Adaptor) (p. 19). In the default setting, the camcorder turns itself off when no operations are reset...
... recording media. Pressing START/STOP or PHOTO does not record images. The playback screen is not a malfunction. Be sure to investigate the problem. This is displayed. GB 40 The power does not turn on. Attach a charged battery pack to a computer. The power abruptly turns off. Use the AC Adaptor (models with an AC Adaptor) (p. 19). In the default setting, the camcorder turns itself off when no operations are reset...
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...use your camcorder in low temperatures. HDR-CX290/CX290E/PJ230/ PJ230E CX280/ CX280E/ PJ220/ PJ220E Internal memory Memory card Continuous recording time 90 90 Typical recording time 45 45 Playing time 135 135 Each recording time is measured when the camcorder is recording high definition image quality (HD) movies with [ REC Mode] set to [Standard ]. Typical recording time shows the time 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...
...use your camcorder in low temperatures. HDR-CX290/CX290E/PJ230/ PJ230E CX280/ CX280E/ PJ220/ PJ220E Internal memory Memory card Continuous recording time 90 90 Typical recording time 45 45 Playing time 135 135 Each recording time is measured when the camcorder is recording high definition image quality (HD) movies with [ REC Mode] set to [Standard ]. Typical recording time shows the time 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...
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... Creating discs 34 D Data Code 21 Date/Time 21 Display items on the LCD screen 24 Dual Capture 24 E Event View 26 Extended Zoom 25 External media device 35 F Full charge 20 G Grip belt 17 H "Handycam" User Guide............11 HDMI Cable 28 How to operate the multi-selector 11 How to use this manual 12 I Initialize 40 Initial setup 21 Install 32 Intelligent Auto 25 L Language 10 LCD screen 24 M Mac 31 Media select 21 Memory card 22 "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media 22 "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media...
... Creating discs 34 D Data Code 21 Date/Time 21 Display items on the LCD screen 24 Dual Capture 24 E Event View 26 Extended Zoom 25 External media device 35 F Full charge 20 G Grip belt 17 H "Handycam" User Guide............11 HDMI Cable 28 How to operate the multi-selector 11 How to use this manual 12 I Initialize 40 Initial setup 21 Install 32 Intelligent Auto 25 L Language 10 LCD screen 24 M Mac 31 Media select 21 Memory card 22 "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media 22 "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media...
Marketing Specifications (Black)
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... by camera shake. You can also access videos stored on the external hard drive for playback on your social networks or store on your HDTV4, allowing you want to an external hard disk drive13 (sold separately), all without PC13 Store your memories in a whole new way with the ability to copy videos from wide angle to the action while maintaining HD image quality. HDR-CX290/B Harness...
... by camera shake. You can also access videos stored on the external hard drive for playback on your social networks or store on your HDTV4, allowing you want to an external hard disk drive13 (sold separately), all without PC13 Store your memories in a whole new way with the ability to copy videos from wide angle to the action while maintaining HD image quality. HDR-CX290/B Harness...
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... appropriate settings from Movie Dual Record Audio Format Microphone/Speaker Internal Media Mic Level Control Movie Recording Rate(Average Bit Rate/VBR) Still Image File Format Wind Position Optics/Lens Lens Type Lens Stabilization Aperture Optical Zoom Digital Zoom 1/5.8'' (3.1mm) back-illuminated Exmor® R CMOS Sensor BIONZ® image processor Approx.2390K pixels Movie: Approx.2290K pixels (16:9) Still: Approx.2290K pixels (16:9) RGB primary color filters Internal Flash Memory; The high-speed, built-in USB 2.0 cable allows for easy connection to your camcorder...
... appropriate settings from Movie Dual Record Audio Format Microphone/Speaker Internal Media Mic Level Control Movie Recording Rate(Average Bit Rate/VBR) Still Image File Format Wind Position Optics/Lens Lens Type Lens Stabilization Aperture Optical Zoom Digital Zoom 1/5.8'' (3.1mm) back-illuminated Exmor® R CMOS Sensor BIONZ® image processor Approx.2390K pixels Movie: Approx.2290K pixels (16:9) Still: Approx.2290K pixels (16:9) RGB primary color filters Internal Flash Memory; The high-speed, built-in USB 2.0 cable allows for easy connection to your camcorder...
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... Mode Drive System Drive Mode Self-timer Shutter Speeds Convenience Features Manual / Auto Lens Cover Fader Effect(s) Date / Time Stamp Erase/Protect Media/Battery Indicator Power Save Mode Still Image Playback Options Video Playback Options Built-in USB Cable Multiple Language Display Self Recording View & Index Advanced Features Face Detection Image Stabilization Movie Mode: 29.8-804.0mm(16:9),36.4-984.0mm(4:3); Shutter Speed (Auto Control Range) Manual White/Black Yes (Rec Date and Time, Camera info) Yes/Yes Yes (recordable time, free and used media space)/Yes (recordable time, remaining...
... Mode Drive System Drive Mode Self-timer Shutter Speeds Convenience Features Manual / Auto Lens Cover Fader Effect(s) Date / Time Stamp Erase/Protect Media/Battery Indicator Power Save Mode Still Image Playback Options Video Playback Options Built-in USB Cable Multiple Language Display Self Recording View & Index Advanced Features Face Detection Image Stabilization Movie Mode: 29.8-804.0mm(16:9),36.4-984.0mm(4:3); Shutter Speed (Auto Control Range) Manual White/Black Yes (Rec Date and Time, Camera info) Yes/Yes Yes (recordable time, free and used media space)/Yes (recordable time, remaining...
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...), AC power for camcorder, and hard drive formatted in ; External HHD/USB media should be less than 2TB(Terabytes). © 2013 Sony Electronics Inc. Dolby is required to change without written permission is prohibited. USB-hub not supported. All rights reserved. Intelligent Auto Priority Setting (for Face Detection) Smile Shutter™ technology x.v.Color™ Interface Portrait/Baby/Walk/Tripod/Backlight/Landscape/Spotlight/Twilight/Macro/Low light Auto/Child...
...), AC power for camcorder, and hard drive formatted in ; External HHD/USB media should be less than 2TB(Terabytes). © 2013 Sony Electronics Inc. Dolby is required to change without written permission is prohibited. USB-hub not supported. All rights reserved. Intelligent Auto Priority Setting (for Face Detection) Smile Shutter™ technology x.v.Color™ Interface Portrait/Baby/Walk/Tripod/Backlight/Landscape/Spotlight/Twilight/Macro/Low light Auto/Child...
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... helps reduce blur caused by camera shake. Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization w/ Active Mode Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization with the ability to copy videos from your movies when you want to quickly share on large screen HDTVs, and is designed specifically for you to full telephoto shooting. Direct Copy to the action Extended Zoom works in conjunction with better results in the AVCHD or MP4 format...
... helps reduce blur caused by camera shake. Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization w/ Active Mode Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization with the ability to copy videos from your movies when you want to quickly share on large screen HDTVs, and is designed specifically for you to full telephoto shooting. Direct Copy to the action Extended Zoom works in conjunction with better results in the AVCHD or MP4 format...
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... Color Filter System Recording Media Type Still Image Mode Still Image Max Effective Resolution Still Image Size 16:9 Still Image Size 4:3 Video Mode Video Resolution Video Actual (Pixel) Video Signal Recording and Playback Times (in Internal Media)(2ch) Photo Capture from ten distinct scene modes . max time); MPEG-4 AAC-LC 2ch Built-in Zoom Microphone; Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo™; SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card (Class 4 or Higher) JPEG 8.9 megapixels Movie Mode: 8.9 megapixels 16:9 (3984x2240); HD FH: 1h00m; Memory Stick PRO Duo™ (Mark 2); for charging or file transfer...
... Color Filter System Recording Media Type Still Image Mode Still Image Max Effective Resolution Still Image Size 16:9 Still Image Size 4:3 Video Mode Video Resolution Video Actual (Pixel) Video Signal Recording and Playback Times (in Internal Media)(2ch) Photo Capture from ten distinct scene modes . max time); MPEG-4 AAC-LC 2ch Built-in Zoom Microphone; Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo™; SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card (Class 4 or Higher) JPEG 8.9 megapixels Movie Mode: 8.9 megapixels 16:9 (3984x2240); HD FH: 1h00m; Memory Stick PRO Duo™ (Mark 2); for charging or file transfer...
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...Control Focus System AF Modes Focus Area Exposure System Metering Modes Exposure Settings Scene Mode(s) D-Range Optimizer Noise Reduction White Balance Mode Minimum Illumination Auto Iris Control Backlight Compensation LOW LUX Mode Drive System Drive Mode Self-timer Shutter Speeds Convenience Features Manual / Auto Lens Cover Fader Effect(s) Date / Time Stamp Erase/Protect Media/Battery Indicator Power Save Mode Still Image Playback Options Video Playback Options Built-in USB Cable Multiple Language Display Self Recording View & Index Advanced Features Face Detection Image Stabilization Movie...
...Control Focus System AF Modes Focus Area Exposure System Metering Modes Exposure Settings Scene Mode(s) D-Range Optimizer Noise Reduction White Balance Mode Minimum Illumination Auto Iris Control Backlight Compensation LOW LUX Mode Drive System Drive Mode Self-timer Shutter Speeds Convenience Features Manual / Auto Lens Cover Fader Effect(s) Date / Time Stamp Erase/Protect Media/Battery Indicator Power Save Mode Still Image Playback Options Video Playback Options Built-in USB Cable Multiple Language Display Self Recording View & Index Advanced Features Face Detection Image Stabilization Movie...
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... separately), AC power for camcorder, and hard drive formatted in ; Reproduction in whole or in a multi-boot environment. Requires via VMC-UAM1 cable (sold sep. 9. PlayMemories Home (by download) Operating System Compatibility Windows XP SP3 /Windows Vista SP2/Windows7 64-bit editions and Starter (Edition) are subject to use the function for creating discs. Intelligent Auto Priority Setting (for Face Detection) Smile Shutter™ technology x.v.Color™ Interface...
... separately), AC power for camcorder, and hard drive formatted in ; Reproduction in whole or in a multi-boot environment. Requires via VMC-UAM1 cable (sold sep. 9. PlayMemories Home (by download) Operating System Compatibility Windows XP SP3 /Windows Vista SP2/Windows7 64-bit editions and Starter (Edition) are subject to use the function for creating discs. Intelligent Auto Priority Setting (for Face Detection) Smile Shutter™ technology x.v.Color™ Interface...
