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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
Operating Guide
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Refer to it 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 cable ...instructions on HDR-PJ230E unless otherwise specified. 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) is...
Refer to it 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 cable ...instructions on HDR-PJ230E unless otherwise specified. 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) is...
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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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...methods and the image quality viewed on the TV screen differ depending on a 4:3 TV that is connected, and the connectors used. On "Photo TV HD" This camcorder is compatible with an AC Adaptor) (p. 19). If the TV does not have the HDMI input jack, use an AV ...Cable (sold separately) Signal flow 1 Switch the input on the camcorder (p. 26). By connecting Sony's Photo TV HDcompatible devices using more than one type of subtle textures and colors. "Photo TV HD" allows for connection. When movies are recorded with standard definition image quality (STD), they are...
...methods and the image quality viewed on the TV screen differ depending on a 4:3 TV that is connected, and the connectors used. On "Photo TV HD" This camcorder is compatible with an AC Adaptor) (p. 19). If the TV does not have the HDMI input jack, use an AV ...Cable (sold separately) Signal flow 1 Switch the input on the camcorder (p. 26). By connecting Sony's Photo TV HDcompatible devices using more than one type of subtle textures and colors. "Photo TV HD" allows for connection. When movies are recorded with standard definition image quality (STD), they are...
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... recorders connected with an HDMI cable. Since copying is performed via analog data transfer, the image quality may deteriorate. High definition image quality (HD) movies will be copied with an AV Cable (sold separately). Notes You should connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the...
... recorders connected with an HDMI cable. Since copying is performed via analog data transfer, the image quality may deteriorate. High definition image quality (HD) movies will be copied with an AV Cable (sold separately). Notes You should connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the...
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... (either Event View or Event Index is displayed). Saving images on an external media device Saving images on an external media device with high definition (HD) image quality (Models with an AC Adaptor) For information on your camcorder model, see the following functions will be saved on the connected media device...
... (either Event View or Event Index is displayed). Saving images on an external media device Saving images on an external media device with high definition (HD) image quality (Models with an AC Adaptor) For information on your camcorder model, see the following functions will be saved on the connected media device...
Operating Guide
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.../CX230E/CX290/CX290E: Approx. 7.75 GB*6 HDR-PJ230/PJ230E: Approx. 7.75 GB*2 *6 1 GB equals 1 billion bytes, a portion of which is used for system management and/or application files. *2 1 GB equals 1 billion bytes, a portion of Sony's BIONZ allows still image resolution equivalent to the sizes described. *4 ... set to [Active]. 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 TV Movie recording format: AVCHD (AVCHD format Ver.2.0 compatible): Video: MPEG-4...
.../CX230E/CX290/CX290E: Approx. 7.75 GB*6 HDR-PJ230/PJ230E: Approx. 7.75 GB*2 *6 1 GB equals 1 billion bytes, a portion of which is used for system management and/or application files. *2 1 GB equals 1 billion bytes, a portion of Sony's BIONZ allows still image resolution equivalent to the sizes described. *4 ... set to [Active]. 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 TV Movie recording format: AVCHD (AVCHD format Ver.2.0 compatible): Video: MPEG-4...
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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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... 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 ... time 95 95 Typical recording time 45 45 Playing time 145 145 HDR-CX280/CX280E/CX290/CX290E/PJ220/ PJ220E/PJ230/PJ230E Recording media HDR- in the United States and other countries. Mac and Mac OS are trademarks of Sony Corporation. "BIONZ" is a trademark of Apple Inc. ...
... 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 ... time 95 95 Typical recording time 45 45 Playing time 145 145 HDR-CX280/CX280E/CX290/CX290E/PJ220/ PJ220E/PJ230/PJ230E Recording media HDR- in the United States and other countries. Mac and Mac OS are trademarks of Sony Corporation. "BIONZ" is a trademark of Apple Inc. ...
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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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...for playback on large screen HDTVs, and is great for those moments that brings everything closer. High Definition Camcorder Key Features 1920x1080 Full HD 24p/60p w/8.9MP Exmor R® CMOS Sensor Create cinematic video in USB cable for capturing precious memories at special occasions, family ... ground optics help maintain the sharpness and contrast of high definition video footage (HD LP mode). 50x Extended Zoom to get even closer to full telephoto shooting. HDR-CX290/B Harness the magic of the moment with Sony's back-illuminated Exmor® R CMOS sensor. MP4 is ideal for easy ...
...for playback on large screen HDTVs, and is great for those moments that brings everything closer. High Definition Camcorder Key Features 1920x1080 Full HD 24p/60p w/8.9MP Exmor R® CMOS Sensor Create cinematic video in USB cable for capturing precious memories at special occasions, family ... ground optics help maintain the sharpness and contrast of high definition video footage (HD LP mode). 50x Extended Zoom to get even closer to full telephoto shooting. HDR-CX290/B Harness the magic of the moment with Sony's back-illuminated Exmor® R CMOS sensor. MP4 is ideal for easy ...
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... (Class 4 or Higher) JPEG 8.9 megapixels Movie Mode: 8.9 megapixels 16:9 (3984x2240); STD: MPEG2-PS; STD:720x480/60i; HD FX: 45m; HD HQ: 1h45m; Specifications Imaging Sensor Imaging Sensor Processor Pixel Gross Effective Picture Resolution Color Filter System Recording Media Type Still Image Mode Still... 2.1 megapixels 16:9 (1920x1080) Dolby® Digital 2ch Stereo, Dolby® Digital Stereo Creator; 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 compatible, MPF Baseline...
... (Class 4 or Higher) JPEG 8.9 megapixels Movie Mode: 8.9 megapixels 16:9 (3984x2240); STD: MPEG2-PS; STD:720x480/60i; HD FX: 45m; HD HQ: 1h45m; Specifications Imaging Sensor Imaging Sensor Processor Pixel Gross Effective Picture Resolution Color Filter System Recording Media Type Still Image Mode Still... 2.1 megapixels 16:9 (1920x1080) Dolby® Digital 2ch Stereo, Dolby® Digital Stereo Creator; 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 compatible, MPF Baseline...
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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); Brazilian Portugese; Traditional Chinese; Manual (Menu) Auto/Night Scene/Sunrise & Sunset/Fireworks/Landscape/Portrait/Spotlight/Beach/ Snow Yes Yes Auto/Onepush/Outdoor/Indoor...
... 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); Brazilian Portugese; Traditional Chinese; Manual (Menu) Auto/Night Scene/Sunrise & Sunset/Fireworks/Landscape/Portrait/Spotlight/Beach/ Snow Yes Yes Auto/Onepush/Outdoor/Indoor...
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...52.5mm x 57mm x 117mm) Approx.6.3oz ((180g)Main Unit Only); For Mac: Requires Mac OSX (v10.5-10.7) 13. USB-hub not supported. Sony is not responsible for data management functions. 4. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are not supported. PlayMemories Home (by download); Starter (Edition) are trademarks...written permission is used for typographic and photographic errors. 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...
...52.5mm x 57mm x 117mm) Approx.6.3oz ((180g)Main Unit Only); For Mac: Requires Mac OSX (v10.5-10.7) 13. USB-hub not supported. Sony is not responsible for data management functions. 4. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are not supported. PlayMemories Home (by download); Starter (Edition) are trademarks...written permission is used for typographic and photographic errors. 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...
Marketing Specifications (Blue)
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...you 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. Up to 3hr 10min recording with 8GB1 embedded Flash Memory The built-in 8GB1 embedded Flash ...sharpness and contrast of larger lenses, and SteadyShot® image stabilization helps reduce blur caused by camera shake. 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 you want to quickly share on...
...you 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. Up to 3hr 10min recording with 8GB1 embedded Flash Memory The built-in 8GB1 embedded Flash ...sharpness and contrast of larger lenses, and SteadyShot® image stabilization helps reduce blur caused by camera shake. 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 you want to quickly share on...
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...(640x360) 8.9 megapixels 16:9 (3984x2240); 2.1 megapixels 16:9 (1920x1080) Dolby® Digital 2ch Stereo, Dolby® Digital Stereo Creator; MP4: MPEG4 AVC/H.264 HD:1920x1080/60p(PS), 60i (FX,FH), 1440x1080/60i (HQ,LP); MP4: 1280x720 30p Approx.2290K pixels (16:9),Approx.1710K pixels (4:3) HDTV, NTSC color, EIA...16:9) Still: Approx.2290K pixels (16:9) RGB primary color filters Internal Flash Memory; 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 compatible...
...(640x360) 8.9 megapixels 16:9 (3984x2240); 2.1 megapixels 16:9 (1920x1080) Dolby® Digital 2ch Stereo, Dolby® Digital Stereo Creator; MP4: MPEG4 AVC/H.264 HD:1920x1080/60p(PS), 60i (FX,FH), 1440x1080/60i (HQ,LP); MP4: 1280x720 30p Approx.2290K pixels (16:9),Approx.1710K pixels (4:3) HDTV, NTSC color, EIA...16:9) Still: Approx.2290K pixels (16:9) RGB primary color filters Internal Flash Memory; 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 compatible...
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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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... 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 ... Features and specifications are not supported. Approx.8.2oz (NP-FV50); External HHD/USB media should be less than 2TB(Terabytes). © 2013 Sony Electronics Inc. All other trademarks are trademarks of their PlayMemories Online Uploader(by download); For Mac: Requires Mac OSX (v10.5-10.7) 13....
... 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 ... Features and specifications are not supported. Approx.8.2oz (NP-FV50); External HHD/USB media should be less than 2TB(Terabytes). © 2013 Sony Electronics Inc. All other trademarks are trademarks of their PlayMemories Online Uploader(by download); For Mac: Requires Mac OSX (v10.5-10.7) 13....