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... expose the unit to persons. Refer to excessive heat such as vases, on the bottom. Model No. Do not expose the batteries to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. ACSerial No. GB HDRSerial No. WARNING To reduce the risk...
... expose the unit to persons. Refer to excessive heat such as vases, on the bottom. Model No. Do not expose the batteries to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. ACSerial No. GB HDRSerial No. WARNING To reduce the risk...
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... by returning your camcorder. For customers in fire. Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries. Be sure to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that may cause undesired operation. Operation is still supplied to it . Do...hammering, dropping or stepping on the power cord (mains lead) The power cord (mains lead) is mishandled, the battery pack can help preserve our environment by Sony. Dispose of in the U.S.A. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately if any...
... by returning your camcorder. For customers in fire. Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries. Be sure to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that may cause undesired operation. Operation is still supplied to it . Do...hammering, dropping or stepping on the power cord (mains lead) The power cord (mains lead) is mishandled, the battery pack can help preserve our environment by Sony. Dispose of in the U.S.A. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately if any...
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...of products that this product shall not be treated as the supplied one and approved by ASTA or BSI to this equipment for your nearest Sony service station. If you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. By ensuring this product is fitted to BS ...This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that for safety, performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should lose the fuse cover, please contact your safety and convenience. For more than 0.0005% mercury or 0.004% lead. The chemical symbols ...
...of products that this product shall not be treated as the supplied one and approved by ASTA or BSI to this equipment for your nearest Sony service station. If you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. By ensuring this product is fitted to BS ...This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that for safety, performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should lose the fuse cover, please contact your safety and convenience. For more than 0.0005% mercury or 0.004% lead. The chemical symbols ...
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... or playback is manufactured using extremely high-precision technology, so over 99.99% of the camcorder is lit or flashing GB 10 removing the battery pack or AC Adaptor (models with local regulations. However, there may be lost , or other devices through a USB connection and the power of the pixels...
... or playback is manufactured using extremely high-precision technology, so over 99.99% of the camcorder is lit or flashing GB 10 removing the battery pack or AC Adaptor (models with local regulations. However, there may be lost , or other devices through a USB connection and the power of the pixels...
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... then press the center of the selector to select the desired item, Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV30 (1) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) Only for connection. 1 Access the Sony support page. Selecting items on the LCD screen Move the multi-selector towards to complete ..." User Guide is too short for HDR-CX280/CX280E/CX290/ CX290E/PJ220/PJ220E/PJ230/PJ230E AC Adaptor (1) Power cord (Mains lead) (1) Notes The "PlayMemories Home" software and "PlayMemories Home Help Guide" can be downloaded from the Sony website (p. 32). Use this camcorder ...
... then press the center of the selector to select the desired item, Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV30 (1) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) Only for connection. 1 Access the Sony support page. Selecting items on the LCD screen Move the multi-selector towards to complete ..." User Guide is too short for HDR-CX280/CX280E/CX290/ CX290E/PJ220/PJ220E/PJ230/PJ230E AC Adaptor (1) Power cord (Mains lead) (1) Notes The "PlayMemories Home" software and "PlayMemories Home Help Guide" can be downloaded from the Sony website (p. 32). Use this camcorder ...
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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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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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... 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... 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...
... 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... 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...
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... support cable. Charging time Approximate time (min.) required when you charge the battery in USB Cable*: 150 min. 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). GB 20 You cannot use a Sony CPAH2R, CP-AL, or AC-UP100 portable power supply device (sold separately). The charging times shown above are measured ...
... support cable. Charging time Approximate time (min.) required when you charge the battery in USB Cable*: 150 min. 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). GB 20 You cannot use a Sony CPAH2R, CP-AL, or AC-UP100 portable power supply device (sold separately). The charging times shown above are measured ...
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... the power zoom lever slightly for a faster zoom. 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 the LCD screen is still...
... the power zoom lever slightly for a faster zoom. 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 the LCD screen is still...
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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 turned on your camcorder model, see the following operations are unavailable while you use the built-in projector...
... 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 turned on your camcorder model, see the following operations are unavailable while you use the built-in projector...
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... the display language (p. 10). Area Setting Adjusts for a time difference without stopping the clock (p. 21). *1 HDR-CX280/CX280E/CX290/CX290E *2 HDR-CX230/CX230E/CX290/CX290E/PJ230/PJ230E *3 HDR-CX220/CX230/CX280/CX290/PJ220/PJ230 GB 39 Battery Info Displays the approximate remaining battery time. Clock Settings Date & Time Setting...... LCD Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the camcorder. Power...
... the display language (p. 10). Area Setting Adjusts for a time difference without stopping the clock (p. 21). *1 HDR-CX280/CX280E/CX290/CX290E *2 HDR-CX230/CX230E/CX290/CX290E/PJ230/PJ230E *3 HDR-CX220/CX230/CX280/CX290/PJ220/PJ230 GB 39 Battery Info Displays the approximate remaining battery time. Clock Settings Date & Time Setting...... LCD Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the camcorder. Power...
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...media (backup) before sending your camcorder for about 2 minutes ([Power Save]) (p. 39), or turn on the power again. Charge the battery pack (p. 18). If you select [Initialize], all settings, including the clock setting, are performed for repair. The power abruptly turns off when no... or local authorized Sony service facility. You may need to 42), and inspect your camcorder. Disconnect the power source, attach the power source again after about 1 minute, and turn on. Attach a charged battery pack to the camcorder (p. 18). The plug of the...
...media (backup) before sending your camcorder for about 2 minutes ([Power Save]) (p. 39), or turn on the power again. Charge the battery pack (p. 18). If you select [Initialize], all settings, including the clock setting, are performed for repair. The power abruptly turns off when no... or local authorized Sony service facility. You may need to 42), and inspect your camcorder. Disconnect the power source, attach the power source again after about 1 minute, and turn on. Attach a charged battery pack to the camcorder (p. 18). The plug of the...
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In this case, when you have tried to fix a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Others/Index GB 41 Total number of movie scenes or photos exceeds the recordable capacity of your camcorder model, see... USB jack of your computer. "PlayMemories Home" does not work correctly. Quit "PlayMemories Home" and restart your camcorder securely (p. 19). Use an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (V series) (p. 18). Connect the DC plug of the AC Adaptor (models with C or E. You may hear a melody when some warning indicators ...
In this case, when you have tried to fix a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Others/Index GB 41 Total number of movie scenes or photos exceeds the recordable capacity of your camcorder model, see... USB jack of your computer. "PlayMemories Home" does not work correctly. Quit "PlayMemories Home" and restart your camcorder securely (p. 19). Use an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (V series) (p. 18). Connect the DC plug of the AC Adaptor (models with C or E. You may hear a melody when some warning indicators ...
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... extremely hot, cold or humid. The camcorder may malfunction or become deformed. Near strong magnetic fields or mechanical vibration. Change the battery pack or place it in low light conditions, such as under direct sunlight, near heaters or in a car parked in the following page:...in a cool place. Wait for recording images. Doing so might cause your camcorder (p. 38). The camcorder may be recorded during processing. LCD screen Battery pack The memory card is inserted (p. 22). When the indicator flashes, there are not enough free spaces for a while, ...
... extremely hot, cold or humid. The camcorder may malfunction or become deformed. Near strong magnetic fields or mechanical vibration. Change the battery pack or place it in low light conditions, such as under direct sunlight, near heaters or in a car parked in the following page:...in a cool place. Wait for recording images. Doing so might cause your camcorder (p. 38). The camcorder may be recorded during processing. LCD screen Battery pack The memory card is inserted (p. 22). When the indicator flashes, there are not enough free spaces for a while, ...
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...it (models 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 used with the lens. ...tuner devices such as by recording and playing back images about once a month. Use up its charge. Note on the camcorder/battery pack temperature When the temperature of water and consult a doctor. Noise may not function correctly depending on the USB device which is...
...it (models 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 used with the lens. ...tuner devices such as by recording and playing back images about once a month. Use up its charge. Note on the camcorder/battery pack temperature When the temperature of water and consult a doctor. Noise may not function correctly depending on the USB device which is...
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... your camcorder to a wall outlet (wall socket) using your camcorder. On charging the pre-installed rechargeable battery Your camcorder has a pre-installed rechargeable battery to retain the date, time, and other than 24 hours. It is closed for more than date recording will be fully discharged ...the ownership of your camcorder is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket) via the AC Adaptor (models with an AC Adaptor) or while the battery pack is not charged, the camcorder operation other settings even when the LCD screen is recommended that you select [Setup] [ ...
... your camcorder to a wall outlet (wall socket) using your camcorder. On charging the pre-installed rechargeable battery Your camcorder has a pre-installed rechargeable battery to retain the date, time, and other than 24 hours. It is closed for more than date recording will be fully discharged ...the ownership of your camcorder is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket) via the AC Adaptor (models with an AC Adaptor) or while the battery pack is not charged, the camcorder operation other settings even when the LCD screen is recommended that you select [Setup] [ ...
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... 125 mm (2 3/8 in. 2 1/4 in. 5 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...
... 125 mm (2 3/8 in. 2 1/4 in. 5 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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Expected running times for the supplied battery pack (in minutes) These tables show the approximate available running times when you use your camcorder in low temperatures. On trademarks "Handycam" and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. "AVCHD," "AVCHD Progressive," "AVCHD" ...the United States and/or other countries. Mac and Mac OS are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc. HDR-CX290/CX290E/PJ230/ PJ230E CX280/ CX280E/ PJ220/ PJ220E Internal memory Memory card Continuous recording time 90 90 Typical recording time ...
Expected running times for the supplied battery pack (in minutes) These tables show the approximate available running times when you use your camcorder in low temperatures. On trademarks "Handycam" and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. "AVCHD," "AVCHD Progressive," "AVCHD" ...the United States and/or other countries. Mac and Mac OS are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc. HDR-CX290/CX290E/PJ230/ PJ230E CX280/ CX280E/ PJ220/ PJ220E Internal memory Memory card Continuous recording time 90 90 Typical recording time ...