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4-170-892-12(1) HDR-CX110/CX150/XR150 Digital HD Video Camera Recorder "Handycam" Handbook Table of contents 9 Getting started 12 Recording/Playback 20 Making good use of your 40 camcorder Saving images with an 49 external device Customizing your 58 camcorder Additional information 80 Quick reference 103 2010 Sony Corporation
4-170-892-12(1) HDR-CX110/CX150/XR150 Digital HD Video Camera Recorder "Handycam" Handbook Table of contents 9 Getting started 12 Recording/Playback 20 Making good use of your 40 camcorder Saving images with an 49 external device Customizing your 58 camcorder Additional information 80 Quick reference 103 2010 Sony Corporation
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... direct sunlight for long periods of the pixels are operational for effective use with your camcorder before using extremely high-precision technology, so over 99.99% of time may be irrecoverable. About language setting ... A/V connecting cable (1) USB cable (1) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV50 (1) CD-ROM "Handycam" Application Software (1) "PMB" (software, including "PMB Help") "Handycam" Handbook (PDF) "Operating Guide" (1) Menu items, LCD panel, and lens A menu item that appear constantly on ...
... direct sunlight for long periods of the pixels are operational for effective use with your camcorder before using extremely high-precision technology, so over 99.99% of time may be irrecoverable. About language setting ... A/V connecting cable (1) USB cable (1) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV50 (1) CD-ROM "Handycam" Application Software (1) "PMB" (software, including "PMB Help") "Handycam" Handbook (PDF) "Operating Guide" (1) Menu items, LCD panel, and lens A menu item that appear constantly on ...
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... the protection features of such materials may not be able to record or play back on the camcorder, due to play back images recorded with high definition image quality (HD) on battery pack/AC Adaptor Be sure to the copyright laws....image quality (high definition) This camcorder captures high definition footage in a malfunction of the camcorder or battery pack becomes extremely high or extremely low, you cannot play back images recorded on the camcorder/battery pack temperature When the temperature of the camcorder. Notes on the camcorder with the ...
... the protection features of such materials may not be able to record or play back on the camcorder, due to play back images recorded with high definition image quality (HD) on battery pack/AC Adaptor Be sure to the copyright laws....image quality (high definition) This camcorder captures high definition footage in a malfunction of the camcorder or battery pack becomes extremely high or extremely low, you cannot play back images recorded on the camcorder/battery pack temperature When the temperature of the camcorder. Notes on the camcorder with the ...
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...external media first, and then perform [MEDIA FORMAT] by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. Carl Zeiss lens Your camcorder is a difference in specification between models. MTF= Modulation Transfer Function. Confirm the model ...manual when there is equipped with high definition image quality (HD) is called AVCHD disc. Design and specifications of your camcorder The model name is shown in this manual, the internal memory (HDRCX150) and the hard disk (HDR-XR150) of the camcorder and the memory card are ...
...external media first, and then perform [MEDIA FORMAT] by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. Carl Zeiss lens Your camcorder is a difference in specification between models. MTF= Modulation Transfer Function. Confirm the model ...manual when there is equipped with high definition image quality (HD) is called AVCHD disc. Design and specifications of your camcorder The model name is shown in this manual, the internal memory (HDRCX150) and the hard disk (HDR-XR150) of the camcorder and the memory card are ...
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... stopped. Note on using the camcorder at high altitudes (HDR-XR150) Do not turn on the camcorder in a low-pressure area, where the altitude is activated by dropping, the camcorder has a drop sensor function (p. 79). US If the drop sensor catches a drop repeatedly, recording/ playback may damage the internal hard disk drive of your camcorder. When a drop occurs, or...
... stopped. Note on using the camcorder at high altitudes (HDR-XR150) Do not turn on the camcorder in a low-pressure area, where the altitude is activated by dropping, the camcorder has a drop sensor function (p. 79). US If the drop sensor catches a drop repeatedly, recording/ playback may damage the internal hard disk drive of your camcorder. When a drop occurs, or...
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...; p. 22 Changing the recording mode (p. 26) Expected recording time (MEDIA INFO, p. 74) Shooting photos p. 24 Playing movies and photos Playback on the camcorder p. 29 Playing images on a TV p. 37 Saving images Saving movies and photos with a computer Saving movies and photos in external media p. 49...
...; p. 22 Changing the recording mode (p. 26) Expected recording time (MEDIA INFO, p. 74) Shooting photos p. 24 Playing movies and photos Playback on the camcorder p. 29 Playing images on a TV p. 37 Saving images Saving movies and photos with a computer Saving movies and photos in external media p. 49...
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... the recording person is essential that may make a time-lapse recording or record subjects in dim light, such as you hold the camcorder, keep your upper body upright, and hold your arms close to your body. Narrate the subject, or talk to make the scene...sparingly. US For example, using a tripod, you can continue recording without worrying about battery power shortages. Evoking a feeling of camcorder accessories. Stabilize yourself, move the camcorder. Accentuating movies with your movies. Advice for successful recording To get good results in recording Stabilizing your...
... the recording person is essential that may make a time-lapse recording or record subjects in dim light, such as you hold the camcorder, keep your upper body upright, and hold your arms close to your body. Narrate the subject, or talk to make the scene...sparingly. US For example, using a tripod, you can continue recording without worrying about battery power shortages. Evoking a feeling of camcorder accessories. Stabilize yourself, move the camcorder. Accentuating movies with your movies. Advice for successful recording To get good results in recording Stabilizing your...
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Useful recording techniques Capturing images beautifully without troublesome setting INTELLIGENT AUTO(25) Focusing on the child on the left side of the screen Prioritizing the subject(27) SPOT FOCUS(65) Capturing photos during movie recording Dual Rec(28) Smile Shutter (28) Recording in a dimly-lit room LOW LUX(68) Capturing fireworks, or a sunset in all its splendor FIREWORKS(63) SUNRISE&SUNSET(63) Checking your golf swing SMTH SLW REC(66) US
Useful recording techniques Capturing images beautifully without troublesome setting INTELLIGENT AUTO(25) Focusing on the child on the left side of the screen Prioritizing the subject(27) SPOT FOCUS(65) Capturing photos during movie recording Dual Rec(28) Smile Shutter (28) Recording in a dimly-lit room LOW LUX(68) Capturing fireworks, or a sunset in all its splendor FIREWORKS(63) SUNRISE&SUNSET(63) Checking your golf swing SMTH SLW REC(66) US
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... recording media for movies (HDR-CX150/XR150 17 Selecting the recording media for photos (HDR-CX150/XR150 18 Inserting a memory card 18 Recording/Playback Recording 20 Recording movies 22 Shooting photos 24 Useful functions for recording movies and photos 25 Zooming 25 Recording better images automatically (INTELLIGENT AUTO 25 Selecting high definition image quality (HD) or...
... recording media for movies (HDR-CX150/XR150 17 Selecting the recording media for photos (HDR-CX150/XR150 18 Inserting a memory card 18 Recording/Playback Recording 20 Recording movies 22 Shooting photos 24 Useful functions for recording movies and photos 25 Zooming 25 Recording better images automatically (INTELLIGENT AUTO 25 Selecting high definition image quality (HD) or...
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... use of your camcorder Deleting movies and photos 40 Protecting recorded movies and photos (Protect 41 Dividing a movie 42 Capturing a photo from a movie 43 Dubbing/copying movies and photos from the internal recording media to memory card (HDR-CX150/XR150 44 Dubbing movies 44...the dedicated DVD writer, DVDirect Express 52 Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc with a DVD writer, etc., other than DVDirect Express 55 Creating a standard definition image quality (STD) disc with a recorder, etc 56 Customizing your camcorder Using menus 58 Operating menus 58 Using MY MENU ...
... use of your camcorder Deleting movies and photos 40 Protecting recorded movies and photos (Protect 41 Dividing a movie 42 Capturing a photo from a movie 43 Dubbing/copying movies and photos from the internal recording media to memory card (HDR-CX150/XR150 44 Dubbing movies 44...the dedicated DVD writer, DVDirect Express 52 Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc with a DVD writer, etc., other than DVDirect Express 55 Creating a standard definition image quality (STD) disc with a recorder, etc 56 Customizing your camcorder Using menus 58 Operating menus 58 Using MY MENU ...
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... Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack 90 Expected recording time of movies 90 Expected number of recordable photos 92 Using your camcorder abroad 93 Maintenance and precautions 95 About the AVCHD format 95 About the "Memory Stick" media 95 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 97 About x.v.Color...
... Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack 90 Expected recording time of movies 90 Expected number of recordable photos 92 Using your camcorder abroad 93 Maintenance and precautions 95 About the AVCHD format 95 About the "Memory Stick" media 95 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 97 About x.v.Color...
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Getting started Step 1: Charging the battery pack HDR-CX110/CX150 Battery pack CHG (charge) lamp HDR-XR150 AC Adaptor DC IN jack DC plug Power cord (Mains lead) To the wall outlet (wall socket) Battery pack CHG (charge) lamp US 12 AC Adaptor DC IN jack DC plug Power cord (Mains lead) To the wall outlet (wall socket)
Getting started Step 1: Charging the battery pack HDR-CX110/CX150 Battery pack CHG (charge) lamp HDR-XR150 AC Adaptor DC IN jack DC plug Power cord (Mains lead) To the wall outlet (wall socket) Battery pack CHG (charge) lamp US 12 AC Adaptor DC IN jack DC plug Power cord (Mains lead) To the wall outlet (wall socket)
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... indicator at 25 C (77 °F). 10 C to 30 C (50 °F to 86 °F) is recommended. The CHG (charge) lamp turns off your camcorder by closing the LCD screen. 2 Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction of remaining battery power with the... started You can check the approximate amount of the arrow until it clicks. 3 Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to your camcorder is on the DC IN jack. Charging time Approximate time (min.) required when you can charge the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (V series) after attaching it to...
... indicator at 25 C (77 °F). 10 C to 30 C (50 °F to 86 °F) is recommended. The CHG (charge) lamp turns off your camcorder by closing the LCD screen. 2 Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction of remaining battery power with the... started You can check the approximate amount of the arrow until it clicks. 3 Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to your camcorder is on the DC IN jack. Charging time Approximate time (min.) required when you can charge the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (V series) after attaching it to...
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...remove the battery pack (). Remove the battery pack from your camcorder without any metallic objects. This may cause a malfunction. Even if the battery pack is attached, the battery pack is high. Remove the battery pack from your camcorder and put it in a cool place. We do ...not recommend using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder. Do not use an electronic voltage transformer. Notes on ...
...remove the battery pack (). Remove the battery pack from your camcorder without any metallic objects. This may cause a malfunction. Even if the battery pack is attached, the battery pack is high. Remove the battery pack from your camcorder and put it in a cool place. We do ...not recommend using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder. Do not use an electronic voltage transformer. Notes on ...
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...(MENU) [Show others] [CLOCK/ LANG] (under [GENERAL SET] category) [CLOCK SET]. US 15 Your camcorder is turned on. To turn on your camcorder. MODE lamp POWER button 2 Select the desired geographical area with Touch the button on , and setting the date and time 1 Open... the LCD screen of your camcorder when the LCD screen is not on the screen, touch / until the item ...
...(MENU) [Show others] [CLOCK/ LANG] (under [GENERAL SET] category) [CLOCK SET]. US 15 Your camcorder is turned on. To turn on your camcorder. MODE lamp POWER button 2 Select the desired geographical area with Touch the button on , and setting the date and time 1 Open... the LCD screen of your camcorder when the LCD screen is not on the screen, touch / until the item ...
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US 16 Changing the language setting You can change the on the recording media, and can be displayed during playback. To turn off your camcorder by touching (MENU) [Show others] [SOUND/DISP SET] (under [GENERAL SET] category) [ LANGUAGE SET] a desired language ... [PLAYBACK SET] (under [PLAYBACK] category) [DATA CODE] [DATE/TIME] . You can turn off your camcorder also by pressing POWER. When [POWER ON BY LCD] (p. 78) is set to show messages in a specified language.
US 16 Changing the language setting You can change the on the recording media, and can be displayed during playback. To turn off your camcorder by touching (MENU) [Show others] [SOUND/DISP SET] (under [GENERAL SET] category) [ LANGUAGE SET] a desired language ... [PLAYBACK SET] (under [PLAYBACK] category) [DATA CODE] [DATE/TIME] . You can turn off your camcorder also by pressing POWER. When [POWER ON BY LCD] (p. 78) is set to show messages in a specified language.
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...Memory card HDR-XR150 * Internal hard Memory disk card * In the default setting, both movies and photos are displayed on the selected medium. Tips See page 90 for the recordable time of movies. See page 92 for movies (HDR-CX150/XR150) &#...58369; Touch (MENU) [Show others] [MEDIA SETTINGS] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category) [MOVIE MEDIA SET]. Getting started Step 3: Preparing the recording media The recording media that can perform recording, playback and editing operations on the screen of your camcorder...
...Memory card HDR-XR150 * Internal hard Memory disk card * In the default setting, both movies and photos are displayed on the selected medium. Tips See page 90 for the recordable time of movies. See page 92 for movies (HDR-CX150/XR150) &#...58369; Touch (MENU) [Show others] [MEDIA SETTINGS] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category) [MOVIE MEDIA SET]. Getting started Step 3: Preparing the recording media The recording media that can perform recording, playback and editing operations on the screen of your camcorder...
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...medium to [MEMORY CARD] to operate with this camcorder. In this camcorder. Types of memory card you can use with your model. Recording media icon The icon displayed may vary depending on a memory card (HDR-CX150/XR150). To check the recording media settings In either... screen appears. Touch the desired recording media. Touch [YES] . Selecting the recording media for photos (HDR-CX150/XR150) Touch (MENU) [Show others] [MEDIA SETTINGS] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category) [PHOTO MEDIA SET]. US 18
...medium to [MEMORY CARD] to operate with this camcorder. In this camcorder. Types of memory card you can use with your model. Recording media icon The icon displayed may vary depending on a memory card (HDR-CX150/XR150). To check the recording media settings In either... screen appears. Touch the desired recording media. Touch [YES] . Selecting the recording media for photos (HDR-CX150/XR150) Touch (MENU) [Show others] [MEDIA SETTINGS] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category) [PHOTO MEDIA SET]. US 18
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... displayed, format the memory card by touching (MENU) [Show others] [MEDIA FORMAT] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category) [MEMORY CARD] (HDR-CX150/XR150) [YES] [YES] . US 19 If you insert a new memory card. It may be possible that case, touch [YES]. "...Memory Stick PRO Duo"media/"Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo"media (This size can be used with your camcorder.) "Memory Stick PRO ...
... displayed, format the memory card by touching (MENU) [Show others] [MEDIA FORMAT] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category) [MEMORY CARD] (HDR-CX150/XR150) [YES] [YES] . US 19 If you insert a new memory card. It may be possible that case, touch [YES]. "...Memory Stick PRO Duo"media/"Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo"media (This size can be used with your camcorder.) "Memory Stick PRO ...
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HDR-CX110/CX150 US 20 To open the lens cover Slide the LENS COVER switch to open. Tips When you finish recording or when you play back images, close the len cover. 1 Fasten the grip belt. Recording/Playback Recording In the default setting, movies are recorded with high definition image quality (HD) on the following media. HDR-CX110: Memory card HDR-CX150: Internal memory HDR-XR150: Internal hard disk Tips To change the recording media, see page 17 (HDR-CX150/XR150).
HDR-CX110/CX150 US 20 To open the lens cover Slide the LENS COVER switch to open. Tips When you finish recording or when you play back images, close the len cover. 1 Fasten the grip belt. Recording/Playback Recording In the default setting, movies are recorded with high definition image quality (HD) on the following media. HDR-CX110: Memory card HDR-CX150: Internal memory HDR-XR150: Internal hard disk Tips To change the recording media, see page 17 (HDR-CX150/XR150).
