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... camcorder is T -coated to a malfunction of the sun only in Germany, and Sony ...in this Operating Guide refers to 8cm DVD discs. • The illustrations used...camcorder, storage media, etc. • TV color systems differ depending on AVCHD format compatible devices. To view your camcorder is equipped with HD (high definition...camcorder to direct sunlight for video cameras and offers a quality typical of the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in color) that appear constantly on the LCD screen and the viewfinder. Read this manual are based on the model HDR-UX7...
... camcorder is T -coated to a malfunction of the sun only in Germany, and Sony ...in this Operating Guide refers to 8cm DVD discs. • The illustrations used...camcorder, storage media, etc. • TV color systems differ depending on AVCHD format compatible devices. To view your camcorder is equipped with HD (high definition...camcorder to direct sunlight for video cameras and offers a quality typical of the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in color) that appear constantly on the LCD screen and the viewfinder. Read this manual are based on the model HDR-UX7...
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About the marks used in this manual • The operations available depend on the disc used when recording with HD (high definition) image quality. 9 The following marks are used to indicate the type of disc you can use for a particular operation. • These marks indicate the discs that can be used .
About the marks used in this manual • The operations available depend on the disc used when recording with HD (high definition) image quality. 9 The following marks are used to indicate the type of disc you can use for a particular operation. • These marks indicate the discs that can be used .
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... the recording image quality, HD (high definition) or SD (standard definition). B Shoot using your camcorder (p. 33). HD (high definition) image quality AVCHD format SD (standard definition) image quality DVD format Image resolution: about 4.5 times of that of AVCHD format (p. 125). Movies are recorded on a disc, and still images are recorded on the devices compatible with the AVCHD format (p. 60). Continued , 13...
... the recording image quality, HD (high definition) or SD (standard definition). B Shoot using your camcorder (p. 33). HD (high definition) image quality AVCHD format SD (standard definition) image quality DVD format Image resolution: about 4.5 times of that of AVCHD format (p. 125). Movies are recorded on a disc, and still images are recorded on the devices compatible with the AVCHD format (p. 60). Continued , 13...
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... compatible devices (p. 60) If your device is compatible with AVCHD format, you can play a disc with HD (high definition) image quality on the device. Important notice regarding discs recorded in the AVCHD format • This camcorder captures high definition footage in advance. 14 DVD media containing AVCHD footage should not be converted to eject the media and may be...
... compatible devices (p. 60) If your device is compatible with AVCHD format, you can play a disc with HD (high definition) image quality on the device. Important notice regarding discs recorded in the AVCHD format • This camcorder captures high definition footage in advance. 14 DVD media containing AVCHD footage should not be converted to eject the media and may be...
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... a - - - - Deleting or editing images on the image recording quality, HD (high definition) or SD (standard definition), and the type of disc you selected. ( ) indicates the reference page. a - - - HD (high definition) image quality Disc type Disc symbols DVDRW DVD+ RW DVD-R DVD+R DL Deleting or editing images on your camcorder a (48, 50) Finalizing required to play the disc in diameter...
... a - - - - Deleting or editing images on the image recording quality, HD (high definition) or SD (standard definition), and the type of disc you selected. ( ) indicates the reference page. a - - - HD (high definition) image quality Disc type Disc symbols DVDRW DVD+ RW DVD-R DVD+R DL Deleting or editing images on your camcorder a (48, 50) Finalizing required to play the disc in diameter...
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... disc, you can record on the recording mode (p. 65). ( ): the minimum recording time Disc type DVD-RW/DVD+RW/DVD-R DVD+R DL HD (high definition) image quality AVC HD 12M (HQ+) (highest quality) 15 (14) 27 (26) AVC HD 9M (HQ) (high quality) 20 (14) 35 (26) AVC HD 7M (SP) (standard quality) 25 (18) 45 ...This technology causes fluctuations in the table show the average bit rate. Recording time Approximate recordable time in minutes on one side of a disc. Your camcorder uses the VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format to automatically adjust image quality to suit the recording scene.
... disc, you can record on the recording mode (p. 65). ( ): the minimum recording time Disc type DVD-RW/DVD+RW/DVD-R DVD+R DL HD (high definition) image quality AVC HD 12M (HQ+) (highest quality) 15 (14) 27 (26) AVC HD 9M (HQ) (high quality) 20 (14) 35 (26) AVC HD 7M (SP) (standard quality) 25 (18) 45 ...This technology causes fluctuations in the table show the average bit rate. Recording time Approximate recordable time in minutes on one side of a disc. Your camcorder uses the VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format to automatically adjust image quality to suit the recording scene.
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... HDR-UX7 Battery pack Image quality** NP-FH50 NP-FH70 (supplied) NP-FH100 LCD panel opened* HD SD 90 100 195 220 440 500 LCD panel closed . Playing time Approximate time (min.) available when you repeat recording start/stop, turning the power on . **"HD" stands for high definition image... quality, and "SD" stands for standard image quality. Continued , 23 Getting Started The battery pack is damaged. - On the battery pack • Before changing the battery pack, slide the POWER switch to the DC IN jack of your camcorder, even when the power...
... HDR-UX7 Battery pack Image quality** NP-FH50 NP-FH70 (supplied) NP-FH100 LCD panel opened* HD SD 90 100 195 220 440 500 LCD panel closed . Playing time Approximate time (min.) available when you repeat recording start/stop, turning the power on . **"HD" stands for high definition image... quality, and "SD" stands for standard image quality. Continued , 23 Getting Started The battery pack is damaged. - On the battery pack • Before changing the battery pack, slide the POWER switch to the DC IN jack of your camcorder, even when the power...
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...HD (high definition) images.]. Continued , 27 b Notes • You cannot use a DVD-RW/ DVD+RW, touch [Use DISC SELECT GUIDE]. When the disc cover opens slightly, open it further. 3 Set the disc with the label side facing out when using a soft cloth (p.106). 1 Check that the power of your camcorder, .... ACCESS lamp (Disc) Disc cover OPEN switch Pickup lens Set the disc with the recording side facing your camcorder is required for the camcorder to step 7 when you use a DVD-R/ DVD+R DL. 5 When you use [Use DISC SELECT GUIDE] during Easy Handycam operation (p. 30). It may ...
...HD (high definition) images.]. Continued , 27 b Notes • You cannot use a DVD-RW/ DVD+RW, touch [Use DISC SELECT GUIDE]. When the disc cover opens slightly, open it further. 3 Set the disc with the label side facing out when using a soft cloth (p.106). 1 Check that the power of your camcorder, .... ACCESS lamp (Disc) Disc cover OPEN switch Pickup lens Set the disc with the recording side facing your camcorder is required for the camcorder to step 7 when you use a DVD-R/ DVD+R DL. 5 When you use [Use DISC SELECT GUIDE] during Easy Handycam operation (p. 30). It may ...
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.... When the formatting is dirty with your hand or other objects, etc., when opening or closing the disc cover, it may cause your camcorder to malfunction. • Do not touch the disc with the disc set incorrectly, it again to record new images, see "Deleting all ... quality. b Notes • You cannot change the image quality (HD (high definition) or SD (standard definition), p. 13) of a disc midway. • Be careful not to remove a disc if it is damaged or is completed, you use a DVD-RW, select a recording format, [VIDEO] or [VR], (p. 15). Items displayed vary depending on ...
.... When the formatting is dirty with your hand or other objects, etc., when opening or closing the disc cover, it may cause your camcorder to malfunction. • Do not touch the disc with the disc set incorrectly, it again to record new images, see "Deleting all ... quality. b Notes • You cannot change the image quality (HD (high definition) or SD (standard definition), p. 13) of a disc midway. • Be careful not to remove a disc if it is damaged or is completed, you use a DVD-RW, select a recording format, [VIDEO] or [VR], (p. 15). Items displayed vary depending on ...
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... the zoom buttons below the LCD screen. • The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is displayed on devices that support 5.1ch surround sound. If you need an AVCHD format device compatible with HD (high definition) image quality and enjoy the sound in 5.1ch surround, you move your finger...
... the zoom buttons below the LCD screen. • The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is displayed on devices that support 5.1ch surround sound. If you need an AVCHD format device compatible with HD (high definition) image quality and enjoy the sound in 5.1ch surround, you move your finger...
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... quality are played back with SD (standard definition) image quality. Type Camcorder Cable TV Component video cable (supplied) (Green) Y (Blue) PB/CB (Red) PR/CR A/V connecting cable (supplied) (White) (Red) (Yellow) : Signal flow HOME MENU setting (SETTINGS) t [... your TV. 44 Connect the white and red plugs of the A/ V connecting cable to output audio signals. Playing the image on a TV (Continued) Connecting to a high definition TV Images recorded with HD (high definition) image quality are played back with HD...
... quality are played back with SD (standard definition) image quality. Type Camcorder Cable TV Component video cable (supplied) (Green) Y (Blue) PB/CB (Red) PR/CR A/V connecting cable (supplied) (White) (Red) (Yellow) : Signal flow HOME MENU setting (SETTINGS) t [... your TV. 44 Connect the white and red plugs of the A/ V connecting cable to output audio signals. Playing the image on a TV (Continued) Connecting to a high definition TV Images recorded with HD (high definition) image quality are played back with HD...
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... quality on your TV (p. 76). Connecting to a non-high-definition 16:9 (wide) or 4:3 TV Images recorded with HD (high definition) quality is not compatible with the 16:9 signal, display the HOME MENU, then select (SETTINGS) t [MOVIE SETTINGS] t [WIDE SELECT] t [4:3] on a 4:3 TV that is converted to your camcorder when recording an image (p. 68). Continued , 45 Type...
... quality on your TV (p. 76). Connecting to a non-high-definition 16:9 (wide) or 4:3 TV Images recorded with HD (high definition) quality is not compatible with the 16:9 signal, display the HOME MENU, then select (SETTINGS) t [MOVIE SETTINGS] t [WIDE SELECT] t [4:3] on a 4:3 TV that is converted to your camcorder when recording an image (p. 68). Continued , 45 Type...
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...cable to output images, the order of priority of the output signal is as follows: HDMI t component video t S VIDEO t audio/video. • HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) is monaural (When your TV has only one audio input jack) Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video input...the white (left channel) or red (right channel) plug to the audio input jack of your camcorder to the LINE IN input on the VCR using the A/V connecting cable, images are output with SD (standard definition) image quality. • When recording, set [X.V.COLOR] to [ON] to play back on an...
...cable to output images, the order of priority of the output signal is as follows: HDMI t component video t S VIDEO t audio/video. • HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) is monaural (When your TV has only one audio input jack) Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video input...the white (left channel) or red (right channel) plug to the audio input jack of your camcorder to the LINE IN input on the VCR using the A/V connecting cable, images are output with SD (standard definition) image quality. • When recording, set [X.V.COLOR] to [ON] to play back on an...
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...computer. b Notes • You cannot dub to recorders connected with HD (high definition) image quality, install the application software (supplied) on your camcorder to other device. S VIDEO connection only will be dubbed with SD (standard definition) image quality. • Since dubbing is not necessary. Refer also to... your computer (p. 88), and copy the images to a disc in either of the other recording devices, such as VCRs or DVD/HDD recorders. The yellow plug connection is performed via the S VIDEO jack, by using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. ...
...computer. b Notes • You cannot dub to recorders connected with HD (high definition) image quality, install the application software (supplied) on your camcorder to other device. S VIDEO connection only will be dubbed with SD (standard definition) image quality. • Since dubbing is not necessary. Refer also to... your computer (p. 88), and copy the images to a disc in either of the other recording devices, such as VCRs or DVD/HDD recorders. The yellow plug connection is performed via the S VIDEO jack, by using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. ...
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...GUIDE Your camcorder advises you of the right disc for DVD-RW (VR mode). 56 DISC INFO You can format and use the "Memory Stick Duo" again (p. 63). Discs recorded with SD (standard definition) image quality • Finalize DVD-RW/DVD-R/DVD+R DL. • Finalize DVD+RW in the DVD drives of... disc compatible with HD (high definition) image quality Discs of all device is not guaranteed. • Only the devices compatible with the AVCHD format can play these discs. • In the case of SD (standard definition) image quality, a DVD menu is created instead of DVD menu that enables you to...
...GUIDE Your camcorder advises you of the right disc for DVD-RW (VR mode). 56 DISC INFO You can format and use the "Memory Stick Duo" again (p. 63). Discs recorded with SD (standard definition) image quality • Finalize DVD-RW/DVD-R/DVD+R DL. • Finalize DVD+RW in the DVD drives of... disc compatible with HD (high definition) image quality Discs of all device is not guaranteed. • Only the devices compatible with the AVCHD format can play these discs. • In the case of SD (standard definition) image quality, a DVD menu is created instead of DVD menu that enables you to...
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... , 57 RW or DVD+RW. Recordings cannot be added. Operation flow The following operations are for the first time (p. 58) Finalize Playback on another device for the discs recorded with HD (high definition) image quality. To do so, cancel Easy Handycam operation. To play back a disc on other device AVCHD-compatible device Computer Make...
... , 57 RW or DVD+RW. Recordings cannot be added. Operation flow The following operations are for the first time (p. 58) Finalize Playback on another device for the discs recorded with HD (high definition) image quality. To do so, cancel Easy Handycam operation. To play back a disc on other device AVCHD-compatible device Computer Make...
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...step 4, touch (OPTION) t [DISC MENU]. 2 Select the desired style from your camcorder. Finalizing restarts when you need to disconnect the AC Adaptor, make sure that the power of your camcorder is completed on your camcorder, and do not create a disc menu. 3 Touch . You cannot remove the ...the (Movie) or (Still) lamp goes off. Discs recorded with HD (high definition) image quality - b Notes • Do not apply shock or vibration to [STYLE1]. 59 Discs recorded with SD (standard definition) image quality, except DVD-RW (VR mode) z Tips • When you do not disconnect ...
...step 4, touch (OPTION) t [DISC MENU]. 2 Select the desired style from your camcorder. Finalizing restarts when you need to disconnect the AC Adaptor, make sure that the power of your camcorder is completed on your camcorder, and do not create a disc menu. 3 Touch . You cannot remove the ...the (Movie) or (Still) lamp goes off. Discs recorded with HD (high definition) image quality - b Notes • Do not apply shock or vibration to [STYLE1]. 59 Discs recorded with SD (standard definition) image quality, except DVD-RW (VR mode) z Tips • When you do not disconnect ...
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... it (p. 56). • Do not use an 8 cm CD adaptor with HD (high definition) image quality (p. 51). DVD media containing AVCHD footage may freeze for an instant between scenes. Create the playlist on your camcorder. • Some discs cannot be played back, may be played smoothly on some devices.... quality This camcorder captures high definition footage in the menu. • You can also play the playlist back on other devices if the discs were recorded with an 8 cm DVD as it may cause a malfunction. • The disc may not be placed horizontally. • If you can...
... it (p. 56). • Do not use an 8 cm CD adaptor with HD (high definition) image quality (p. 51). DVD media containing AVCHD footage may freeze for an instant between scenes. Create the playlist on your camcorder. • Some discs cannot be played back, may be played smoothly on some devices.... quality This camcorder captures high definition footage in the menu. • You can also play the playlist back on other devices if the discs were recorded with an 8 cm DVD as it may cause a malfunction. • The disc may not be placed horizontally. • If you can...
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...following icons, or , appears on the screen, but there is unfinalized and it with HD (high definition) image quality, finalize the disc again (p. 56). 1 Connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack on your camcorder, then connect the power cord to the wall outlet. 3 Insert the disc to be formatted...again to enable the disc to finalize the disc again before playing the disc on an AVCHD format compatible player.* When formatting a disc of the SD (standard definition) image quality • In the case of a DVD-RW (VIDEO mode), the disc is no need to finalize the disc again before ...
...following icons, or , appears on the screen, but there is unfinalized and it with HD (high definition) image quality, finalize the disc again (p. 56). 1 Connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack on your camcorder, then connect the power cord to the wall outlet. 3 Insert the disc to be formatted...again to enable the disc to finalize the disc again before playing the disc on an AVCHD format compatible player.* When formatting a disc of the SD (standard definition) image quality • In the case of a DVD-RW (VIDEO mode), the disc is no need to finalize the disc again before ...
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B SD SP Records in high quality mode. (SD 9M (HQ)). AE SHIFT (HDR-UX7) Select [ON] to change the page. and the setting value appear when [AE SHIFT] is not on the screen, touch v/V to adjust the exposure using the camera control dial (p. 38). Customizing Your Camcorder Continued , 67 HD HQ+ ... quality from 4 levels. REC MODE You can select a recording mode to record a movie with quick movements may appear with HD (high definition) image quality from 3 levels. z Tips • See page 16 on the expected recording time of each recording mode. SD HQ Records in ...
B SD SP Records in high quality mode. (SD 9M (HQ)). AE SHIFT (HDR-UX7) Select [ON] to change the page. and the setting value appear when [AE SHIFT] is not on the screen, touch v/V to adjust the exposure using the camera control dial (p. 38). Customizing Your Camcorder Continued , 67 HD HQ+ ... quality from 4 levels. REC MODE You can select a recording mode to record a movie with quick movements may appear with HD (high definition) image quality from 3 levels. z Tips • See page 16 on the expected recording time of each recording mode. SD HQ Records in ...