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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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... support page. Check the model name on the bottom of the selector to complete the selection. Refer to it for HDR-CX280/CX280E/CX290/ CX290E/PJ220/PJ220E/PJ230/PJ230E AC Adaptor (1) Power cord (Mains lead) (1) Notes The "...Sony website (p. 32). Use this cable when the Built-in USB Cable of the camcorder. Supplied Items The numbers in ( ) indicate the supplied quantity. Camcorder (1) HDMI cable (1) USB connection support cable (1) The USB connection support cable is designed for use with high definition image quality (HD...
... support page. Check the model name on the bottom of the selector to complete the selection. Refer to it for HDR-CX280/CX280E/CX290/ CX290E/PJ220/PJ220E/PJ230/PJ230E AC Adaptor (1) Power cord (Mains lead) (1) Notes The "...Sony website (p. 32). Use this cable when the Built-in USB Cable of the camcorder. Supplied Items The numbers in ( ) indicate the supplied quantity. Camcorder (1) HDMI cable (1) USB connection support cable (1) The USB connection support cable is designed for use with high definition image quality (HD...
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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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... are recorded with standard definition image quality (STD), they are played back in breathtaking HD quality. * The TV will automatically switch to output images, HDMI output takes priority....the TV screen differ depending on what type of TV is compatible with the "Photo TV HD" standard. GB 28 3 Play a movie or a photo on the TV to the connected jack. 2 Connect... the camcorder to a TV. On "Photo TV HD" This camcorder is connected, and the connectors used. By connecting Sony's Photo TV HDcompatible devices using more than one type of subtle textures and colors....
... are recorded with standard definition image quality (STD), they are played back in breathtaking HD quality. * The TV will automatically switch to output images, HDMI output takes priority....the TV screen differ depending on what type of TV is compatible with the "Photo TV HD" standard. GB 28 3 Play a movie or a photo on the TV to the connected jack. 2 Connect... the camcorder to a TV. On "Photo TV HD" This camcorder is connected, and the connectors used. By connecting Sony's Photo TV HDcompatible devices using more than one type of subtle textures and colors....
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... audio input jack 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 the recording device. 3 Start...
... audio input jack 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 the recording device. 3 Start...
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... operation, you have not yet been saved on to external media device can save movies and photos 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). Saving images on...
... operation, you have not yet been saved on to external media device can save movies and photos 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). Saving images on...
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...HDR-CX220/ CX220E/CX230/CX230E/PJ220/PJ220E/ GB PJ230/PJ230E) 46 Approx. 2 290 000 pixels (HDR-CX280/ CX280E/CX290...215; (Digital) HDR-CX280/CX280E/CX290/CX290E: 27×...HDR-CX220/CX220E/CX230/ CX230E/PJ220/PJ220E/PJ230/PJ230E) 29.8 mm ~ 804 mm (1 3/16 in. ~ 31 3/4 in.) (16:9) (HDR-CX280/CX280E/CX290...HDR-CX220/CX230/CX280/ CX290...HDR-CX220/CX230/ CX280/CX290/PJ220/PJ230) or 1/25 second (HDR...HDR-CX220/ CX230/CX280/CX290/PJ220/PJ230) PAL color, CCIR standards (HDR-CX220E/ CX230E/CX280E/CX290E/PJ220E/PJ230E) HD...HDR-CX230/CX230E/CX290/CX290E/ PJ230/... HDR-CX230/CX230E/CX290/CX290E: Approx. 7.75 GB*6 HDR...
...HDR-CX220/ CX220E/CX230/CX230E/PJ220/PJ220E/ GB PJ230/PJ230E) 46 Approx. 2 290 000 pixels (HDR-CX280/ CX280E/CX290...215; (Digital) HDR-CX280/CX280E/CX290/CX290E: 27×...HDR-CX220/CX220E/CX230/ CX230E/PJ220/PJ220E/PJ230/PJ230E) 29.8 mm ~ 804 mm (1 3/16 in. ~ 31 3/4 in.) (16:9) (HDR-CX280/CX280E/CX290...HDR-CX220/CX230/CX280/ CX290...HDR-CX220/CX230/ CX280/CX290/PJ220/PJ230) or 1/25 second (HDR...HDR-CX220/ CX230/CX280/CX290/PJ220/PJ230) PAL color, CCIR standards (HDR-CX220E/ CX230E/CX280E/CX290E/PJ220E/PJ230E) HD...HDR-CX230/CX230E/CX290/CX290E/ PJ230/... HDR-CX230/CX230E/CX290/CX290E: Approx. 7.75 GB*6 HDR...
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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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... of Sony Corporation. "InfoLITHIUM" is a trademark of Sony Corporation. "x.v.Color" and "x.v.Colour" are trademarks of Sony Corporation. "BIONZ" is a trademark of Apple Inc. 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...
... of Sony Corporation. "InfoLITHIUM" is a trademark of Sony Corporation. "x.v.Color" and "x.v.Colour" are trademarks of Sony Corporation. "BIONZ" is a trademark of Apple Inc. 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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...Zoom that brings everything closer. Highlight Playback creates movies with beautiful, Full HD 60p quality, 8GB of built-in 8GB1 embedded Flash memory can record and store up with music and transitions. HDR-CX290/B Harness the magic of the moment with transitions for you Why spend ...charge Your camcorder can be enjoyed on the cloud. Experience stunning low-light sensitivity with improved image clarity and drastically reduced grain with Sony's back-illuminated Exmor® R CMOS sensor. MP4 is ideal for crawling babies and family pets. perfect for capturing precious memories...
...Zoom that brings everything closer. Highlight Playback creates movies with beautiful, Full HD 60p quality, 8GB of built-in 8GB1 embedded Flash memory can record and store up with music and transitions. HDR-CX290/B Harness the magic of the moment with transitions for you Why spend ...charge Your camcorder can be enjoyed on the cloud. Experience stunning low-light sensitivity with improved image clarity and drastically reduced grain with Sony's back-illuminated Exmor® R CMOS sensor. MP4 is ideal for crawling babies and family pets. perfect for capturing precious memories...
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... for easy connection to your computer for every two minutes of recording time. Monoral Speaker Flash Memory 8GB Yes (2steps) HD PS:Approx.28Mbps/FX:Approx.24Mbps/FH:Approx.17Mbps/HQ:Approx.9Mbps/ LP:Approx.5Mbps DCF Ver.2.0 compatible, Exif Ver.2.3...light. max time); Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo™; Memory Stick XC-HG Duo™; Photo Mode: 8.9 megapixels 16:9 (3984x2240) Movie Mode:6.7 megapixels 4:3 (2992x2240); HD LP: 3h10m; MP4: 2hr40min 2.1 megapixels 16:9 (1920x1080); 0.3 megapixels 4:3 (640x480); 0.2 megapixels 16:9 (640x360) 8.9 megapixels 16:9 (3984x2240); 2.1 megapixels 16:9 ...
... for easy connection to your computer for every two minutes of recording time. Monoral Speaker Flash Memory 8GB Yes (2steps) HD PS:Approx.28Mbps/FX:Approx.24Mbps/FH:Approx.17Mbps/HQ:Approx.9Mbps/ LP:Approx.5Mbps DCF Ver.2.0 compatible, Exif Ver.2.3...light. max time); Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo™; Memory Stick XC-HG Duo™; Photo Mode: 8.9 megapixels 16:9 (3984x2240) Movie Mode:6.7 megapixels 4:3 (2992x2240); HD LP: 3h10m; MP4: 2hr40min 2.1 megapixels 16:9 (1920x1080); 0.3 megapixels 4:3 (640x480); 0.2 megapixels 16:9 (640x360) 8.9 megapixels 16:9 (3984x2240); 2.1 megapixels 16:9 ...
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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);
... 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);
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...XP SP3/ Windows Vista® SP2/Windows 7. USB-hub not supported. External HHD/USB media should be less than 2TB(Terabytes). © 2013 Sony Electronics Inc. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are not supported. Operation is required. Weights and Measurements Dimensions (Approx.) Weight (Approx.) Accessories Approx.2 ...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)(...
...XP SP3/ Windows Vista® SP2/Windows 7. USB-hub not supported. External HHD/USB media should be less than 2TB(Terabytes). © 2013 Sony Electronics Inc. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are not supported. Operation is required. Weights and Measurements Dimensions (Approx.) Weight (Approx.) Accessories Approx.2 ...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)(...
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...file transfer/charge Shoot high quality AVCHD or web optimized MP4 video Select between HD video 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. Up to 3hr 10min recording ...all without PC13 Store your camcorder do it for you Why spend hours editing your HDTV4, allowing you ? HDR-CX290/Li Harness the magic of the moment with beautiful, Full HD 60p quality, 8GB of built-in high definition 1920 x 1080 24p/60p and high quality 8.9MP still ...
...file transfer/charge Shoot high quality AVCHD or web optimized MP4 video Select between HD video 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. Up to 3hr 10min recording ...all without PC13 Store your camcorder do it for you Why spend hours editing your HDTV4, allowing you ? HDR-CX290/Li Harness the magic of the moment with beautiful, Full HD 60p quality, 8GB of built-in high definition 1920 x 1080 24p/60p and high quality 8.9MP still ...
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...minutes of recording time. There are approximate; Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo™; Photo Mode: 8.9 megapixels 16:9 (3984x2240) Movie Mode:6.7 megapixels 4:3 (2992x2240); HD FH: 1h00m; Memory Stick PRO Duo™ (Mark 2); MP4: 2hr40min 2.1 megapixels 16:9 (1920x1080); 0.3 megapixels 4:3 (640x480); 0.2 megapixels 16:9 (640x360... Video Signal Recording and Playback Times (in Internal Media)(2ch) Photo Capture from ten distinct scene modes . HD FX: 45m; Charging your shot and then automatically selecting the appropriate settings from Movie Dual Record Audio Format Microphone...
...minutes of recording time. There are approximate; Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo™; Photo Mode: 8.9 megapixels 16:9 (3984x2240) Movie Mode:6.7 megapixels 4:3 (2992x2240); HD FH: 1h00m; Memory Stick PRO Duo™ (Mark 2); MP4: 2hr40min 2.1 megapixels 16:9 (1920x1080); 0.3 megapixels 4:3 (640x480); 0.2 megapixels 16:9 (640x360... Video Signal Recording and Playback Times (in Internal Media)(2ch) Photo Capture from ten distinct scene modes . HD FX: 45m; Charging your shot and then automatically selecting the appropriate settings from Movie Dual Record Audio Format Microphone...
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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); Korean Yes Event Yes Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization w/ Active mode (Wide to Tele) Spanish; Traditional Chinese; F10 Yes(Auto) Yes Photo Mode...
... 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); Korean Yes Event Yes Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization w/ Active mode (Wide to Tele) Spanish; Traditional Chinese; F10 Yes(Auto) Yes Photo Mode...
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...upgraded or in ; Approx.7.9oz (NP-FV30(supplied battery); Requires HDTV and HDMI 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...AccuPower™ Meter System (V Series) Supplied Software PC: PlayMemories Home Lite (built-in a multi-boot environment. USB-hub not supported. Sony is prohibited. PlayMemories Home (by download) Operating System Compatibility Windows XP SP3 /Windows Vista SP2/Windows7 64-bit editions and Starter (Edition)...
...upgraded or in ; Approx.7.9oz (NP-FV30(supplied battery); Requires HDTV and HDMI 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...AccuPower™ Meter System (V Series) Supplied Software PC: PlayMemories Home Lite (built-in a multi-boot environment. USB-hub not supported. Sony is prohibited. PlayMemories Home (by download) Operating System Compatibility Windows XP SP3 /Windows Vista SP2/Windows7 64-bit editions and Starter (Edition)...