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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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... NP-FV30 (1) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) Only for connection. 1 Access the Sony support page. http://www.sony.net/SonyInfo/ Support/ 2 Select your country or region. 3 Search for use with high definition image quality (HD) is too short for HDR-CX280/CX280E/CX290/ CX290E/PJ220/PJ220E/PJ230/PJ230E AC Adaptor (1) Power cord (Mains...
... NP-FV30 (1) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) Only for connection. 1 Access the Sony support page. http://www.sony.net/SonyInfo/ Support/ 2 Select your country or region. 3 Search for use with high definition image quality (HD) is too short for HDR-CX280/CX280E/CX290/ CX290E/PJ220/PJ220E/PJ230/PJ230E AC Adaptor (1) Power cord (Mains...
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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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...Sony's Photo TV HDcompatible devices using more than one type of cable to output images, HDMI output takes priority. On "Photo TV HD" This camcorder is compatible with 4:3 aspect ratio. If you play back standard definition image quality (STD) movies on a 4:3 TV that is connected, and the connectors used. "Photo TV HD...movie or a photo on the TV to the connected jack. 2 Connect the camcorder to record movies with the "Photo TV HD" standard. High definition Standard definition Yellow White HDMI Cable (supplied) Red AV Cable (sold separately) for highly-detailed, photo-...
...Sony's Photo TV HDcompatible devices using more than one type of cable to output images, HDMI output takes priority. On "Photo TV HD" This camcorder is compatible with 4:3 aspect ratio. If you play back standard definition image quality (STD) movies on a 4:3 TV that is connected, and the connectors used. "Photo TV HD...movie or a photo on the TV to the connected jack. 2 Connect the camcorder to record movies with the "Photo TV HD" standard. High definition Standard definition Yellow White HDMI Cable (supplied) Red AV Cable (sold separately) for highly-detailed, photo-...
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..., and record it on the recording device. 4 When dubbing is performed via analog data transfer, the image quality may deteriorate. High definition image quality (HD) movies will be copied with standard definition image quality (STD). When you connect a monaural device, connect the yellow plug of an AV Cable (sold...
..., and record it on the recording device. 4 When dubbing is performed via analog data transfer, the image quality may deteriorate. High definition image quality (HD) movies will be copied with standard definition image quality (STD). When you connect a monaural device, connect the yellow plug of an AV Cable (sold...
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... devices), such as an external hard disk drive. Saving images on an external media device Saving images on an external media device with high definition (HD) image quality (Models with the external media device. 1 Connect your camcorder and the external media device using the "PlayMemories Home" software (p. 33...
... devices), such as an external hard disk drive. Saving images on an external media device Saving images on an external media device with high definition (HD) image quality (Models with the external media device. 1 Connect your camcorder and the external media device using the "PlayMemories Home" software (p. 33...
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... Sony's BIONZ allows still image resolution equivalent to the sizes described. *4 [ SteadyShot] is set to [Standard] or [Off ]. *5 [ SteadyShot] is used for system management and/or application files. Specifications System Signal format: NTSC color, EIA standards (HDR-CX220/ CX230/CX280/CX290/PJ220/PJ230) PAL color, CCIR standards (HDR-CX220E/ CX230E/CX280E/CX290E/PJ220E/PJ230E) HD...
... Sony's BIONZ allows still image resolution equivalent to the sizes described. *4 [ SteadyShot] is set to [Standard] or [Off ]. *5 [ SteadyShot] is used for system management and/or application files. Specifications System Signal format: NTSC color, EIA standards (HDR-CX220/ CX230/CX280/CX290/PJ220/PJ230) PAL color, CCIR standards (HDR-CX220E/ CX230E/CX280E/CX290E/PJ220E/PJ230E) HD...
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... Contrast ratio: 1500:1 Resolution (output): nHD (640 360) Continuous projection time (when using LCD screen at normal brightness: HDR-CX220/CX220E/CX230/CX230E HD: 2.1 W MP4: 1.9 W STD: 2.0 W HDR-CX280/CX280E/CX290/CX290E/ PJ220/PJ220E/PJ230/PJ230E HD: 2.2 W MP4: 2.0 W STD: 2.1 W Operating temperature: 0 C to 40 C (32 °F to 104 °F) Storage temperature: ‒20 ...
... Contrast ratio: 1500:1 Resolution (output): nHD (640 360) Continuous projection time (when using LCD screen at normal brightness: HDR-CX220/CX220E/CX230/CX230E HD: 2.1 W MP4: 1.9 W STD: 2.0 W HDR-CX280/CX280E/CX290/CX290E/ PJ220/PJ220E/PJ230/PJ230E HD: 2.2 W MP4: 2.0 W STD: 2.1 W Operating temperature: 0 C to 40 C (32 °F to 104 °F) Storage temperature: ‒20 ...
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... playback time will be recorded, are trademarks of Sony Corporation. "BIONZ" is a trademark of Apple Inc. in minutes) These tables show the approximate available running times for the supplied battery pack (in the U.S. 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) ...
... playback time will be recorded, are trademarks of Sony Corporation. "BIONZ" is a trademark of Apple Inc. in minutes) These tables show the approximate available running times for the supplied battery pack (in the U.S. 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) ...
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Right Indicator 60i 720 60min 0:00:00 00min 9999 8.9M 100/112 Meaning Recording image quality (HD/MP4/STD), frame rate (60p/50p/60i/50i), recording mode (PS/FX/ FH/HQ/LP) and movie size (37) Remaining battery Recording/playback/ editing media (...
Right Indicator 60i 720 60min 0:00:00 00min 9999 8.9M 100/112 Meaning Recording image quality (HD/MP4/STD), frame rate (60p/50p/60i/50i), recording mode (PS/FX/ FH/HQ/LP) and movie size (37) Remaining battery Recording/playback/ editing media (...
Marketing Specifications (Black)
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HDR-CX290/B Harness the magic of the moment with beautiful, Full HD 60p quality, 8GB of high definition video footage (HD LP mode). 50x Extended Zoom to get even closer to the action Extended Zoom works in conjunction with 27x optical zoom to get even closer to the action while maintaining HD...on the cloud. MP4 is ideal for compact camcorders. Highlight Playback identifies and compiles key scenes into a short, entertaining movie complete with Sony's back-illuminated Exmor® R CMOS sensor. even outdoors, while enabling you to change settings to quickly share on your memories in...
HDR-CX290/B Harness the magic of the moment with beautiful, Full HD 60p quality, 8GB of high definition video footage (HD LP mode). 50x Extended Zoom to get even closer to the action Extended Zoom works in conjunction with 27x optical zoom to get even closer to the action while maintaining HD...on the cloud. MP4 is ideal for compact camcorders. Highlight Playback identifies and compiles key scenes into a short, entertaining movie complete with Sony's back-illuminated Exmor® R CMOS sensor. even outdoors, while enabling you to change settings to quickly share on your memories in...
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...8.9 megapixels 16:9 (3984x2240); MP4: 1280x720 30p Approx.2290K pixels (16:9),Approx.1710K pixels (4:3) HDTV, NTSC color, EIA standards HD PS: 35m; HD HQ: 1h45m; Specifications Imaging Sensor Imaging Sensor Processor Pixel Gross Effective Picture Resolution Color Filter System Recording Media Type Still Image Mode ... from ten distinct scene modes . Photo Mode: 8.9 megapixels 16:9 (3984x2240) Movie Mode:6.7 megapixels 4:3 (2992x2240); MP4: MPEG4 AVC/H.264 HD:1920x1080/60p(PS), 60i (FX,FH), 1440x1080/60i (HQ,LP); STD:720x480/60i; The high-speed, built-in USB 2.0 cable allows...
...8.9 megapixels 16:9 (3984x2240); MP4: 1280x720 30p Approx.2290K pixels (16:9),Approx.1710K pixels (4:3) HDTV, NTSC color, EIA standards HD PS: 35m; HD HQ: 1h45m; Specifications Imaging Sensor Imaging Sensor Processor Pixel Gross Effective Picture Resolution Color Filter System Recording Media Type Still Image Mode ... from ten distinct scene modes . Photo Mode: 8.9 megapixels 16:9 (3984x2240) Movie Mode:6.7 megapixels 4:3 (2992x2240); MP4: MPEG4 AVC/H.264 HD:1920x1080/60p(PS), 60i (FX,FH), 1440x1080/60i (HQ,LP); STD:720x480/60i; The high-speed, built-in USB 2.0 cable allows...
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... Date and Time, Camera info) Yes/Yes Yes (recordable time, free and used media space)/Yes (recordable time, remaining capacity) Yes Slide Show Highlight Playback (HD Movie Only); Hightlight BGM (Preinstalled 4 music files, Music transfer) Yes (USB Charge Available) English; Yes (Menu) 100% Grid Line Contrast AF Auto/Manual (Menu) Full...
... Date and Time, Camera info) Yes/Yes Yes (recordable time, free and used media space)/Yes (recordable time, remaining capacity) Yes Slide Show Highlight Playback (HD Movie Only); Hightlight BGM (Preinstalled 4 music files, Music transfer) Yes (USB Charge Available) English; Yes (Menu) 100% Grid Line Contrast AF Auto/Manual (Menu) Full...
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... (1) HDMI(micro) Cable (1) USB Connection Support Cable (1) Operating Guide (1) 1. 1GB equals 1 billion bytes, a portion of HDMI Licensing LLC. Sony is prohibited. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are not supported. Reproduction in whole or in a multi-boot environment. All other trademarks are trademarks of...Duo™ and SD/SDHC/SDXC compatible SD Output Composite Video Out (AV CABLE(sold separately)) HD Output USB Port(s) BRAVIA® Sync™ PhotoTV HD Direct Copy DC IN HDMI Terminal Multi/Micro USB Terminal Weights and Measurements HDMI Out (micro)(supplied...
... (1) HDMI(micro) Cable (1) USB Connection Support Cable (1) Operating Guide (1) 1. 1GB equals 1 billion bytes, a portion of HDMI Licensing LLC. Sony is prohibited. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are not supported. Reproduction in whole or in a multi-boot environment. All other trademarks are trademarks of...Duo™ and SD/SDHC/SDXC compatible SD Output Composite Video Out (AV CABLE(sold separately)) HD Output USB Port(s) BRAVIA® Sync™ PhotoTV HD Direct Copy DC IN HDMI Terminal Multi/Micro USB Terminal Weights and Measurements HDMI Out (micro)(supplied...
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... can shoot with better results in lower lighting conditions. Highlight Playback identifies and compiles key scenes into a short, entertaining movie complete with Sony's back-illuminated Exmor® R CMOS sensor. Experience stunning low-light sensitivity with improved image clarity and drastically reduced grain with music and... Flash memory can record and store up with Active Mode compensates for crawling babies and family pets. HDR-CX290/Li Harness the magic of the moment with beautiful, Full HD 60p quality, 8GB of built-in memory and a 50x Extended Zoom that can be enjoyed on ...
... can shoot with better results in lower lighting conditions. Highlight Playback identifies and compiles key scenes into a short, entertaining movie complete with Sony's back-illuminated Exmor® R CMOS sensor. Experience stunning low-light sensitivity with improved image clarity and drastically reduced grain with music and... Flash memory can record and store up with Active Mode compensates for crawling babies and family pets. HDR-CX290/Li Harness the magic of the moment with beautiful, Full HD 60p quality, 8GB of built-in memory and a 50x Extended Zoom that can be enjoyed on ...
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...RGB primary color filters Internal Flash Memory; Photo Mode: 8.9 megapixels 16:9 (3984x2240) Movie Mode:6.7 megapixels 4:3 (2992x2240); HD FX: 45m; HD HQ: 1h45m; STD HQ: 1h50m (Times are 90 different combinations possible: Portrait, Baby, Walk, Tripod , Backlight, ...Memory Card (Class 4 or Higher) JPEG 8.9 megapixels Movie Mode: 8.9 megapixels 16:9 (3984x2240); max time); Photo Mode: 6.7 megapixels 4:3 (2992x2240) HD: MPEG4-AVC/H.264 AVCHD 2.0 format.compatible; MP4: 2hr40min 2.1 megapixels 16:9 (1920x1080); 0.3 megapixels 4:3 (640x480); 0.2 megapixels 16:9 (640x360) 8.9 ...
...RGB primary color filters Internal Flash Memory; Photo Mode: 8.9 megapixels 16:9 (3984x2240) Movie Mode:6.7 megapixels 4:3 (2992x2240); HD FX: 45m; HD HQ: 1h45m; STD HQ: 1h50m (Times are 90 different combinations possible: Portrait, Baby, Walk, Tripod , Backlight, ...Memory Card (Class 4 or Higher) JPEG 8.9 megapixels Movie Mode: 8.9 megapixels 16:9 (3984x2240); max time); Photo Mode: 6.7 megapixels 4:3 (2992x2240) HD: MPEG4-AVC/H.264 AVCHD 2.0 format.compatible; MP4: 2hr40min 2.1 megapixels 16:9 (1920x1080); 0.3 megapixels 4:3 (640x480); 0.2 megapixels 16:9 (640x360) 8.9 ...
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... Date and Time, Camera info) Yes/Yes Yes (recordable time, free and used media space)/Yes (recordable time, remaining capacity) Yes Slide Show Highlight Playback (HD Movie Only); Focal Length (35mm equivalent) Minimum Focus Distance Extended Zoom Focal Distance LCD Display LCD Type Angle Adjustment Brightness Control Coverage Grid Display Focus...
... Date and Time, Camera info) Yes/Yes Yes (recordable time, free and used media space)/Yes (recordable time, remaining capacity) Yes Slide Show Highlight Playback (HD Movie Only); Focal Length (35mm equivalent) Minimum Focus Distance Extended Zoom Focal Distance LCD Display LCD Type Angle Adjustment Brightness Control Coverage Grid Display Focus...
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...IMAPI) Ver. 2.0 or later is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories. External HHD/USB media should be less than 2TB(Terabytes). © 2013 Sony Electronics Inc. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are not supported. HDMI is required to change without written permission is not responsible for typographic and... Stick PRO Duo™ and SD/SDHC/SDXC compatible SD Output Composite Video Out (AV CABLE(sold separately)) HD Output USB Port(s) BRAVIA® Sync™ PhotoTV HD Direct Copy DC IN HDMI Terminal Multi/Micro USB Terminal Weights and Measurements HDMI Out (micro)(supplied) Type A...
...IMAPI) Ver. 2.0 or later is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories. External HHD/USB media should be less than 2TB(Terabytes). © 2013 Sony Electronics Inc. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are not supported. HDMI is required to change without written permission is not responsible for typographic and... Stick PRO Duo™ and SD/SDHC/SDXC compatible SD Output Composite Video Out (AV CABLE(sold separately)) HD Output USB Port(s) BRAVIA® Sync™ PhotoTV HD Direct Copy DC IN HDMI Terminal Multi/Micro USB Terminal Weights and Measurements HDMI Out (micro)(supplied) Type A...