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Table of Contents Useful Recording Techniques Acquiring location information (GPS) (HDR-XR500V/XR520V 39 Playback on the camcorder 41 Playing movies 41 Viewing photos 43 Useful functions for playing movies and photos 44 Searching for a desired scene by recording location... a movie 64 Using the Playlist of movies 65 Creating the Playlist 65 Playing the Playlist 66 Creating a disc with a DVD writer, recorder 67 Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc with a DVD writer, etc. (USB cable connection 67 Creating a standard definition image quality (SD) disc with a recorder,...
Table of Contents Useful Recording Techniques Acquiring location information (GPS) (HDR-XR500V/XR520V 39 Playback on the camcorder 41 Playing movies 41 Viewing photos 43 Useful functions for playing movies and photos 44 Searching for a desired scene by recording location... a movie 64 Using the Playlist of movies 65 Creating the Playlist 65 Playing the Playlist 66 Creating a disc with a DVD writer, recorder 67 Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc with a DVD writer, etc. (USB cable connection 67 Creating a standard definition image quality (SD) disc with a recorder,...
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...and precautions 125 About the AVCHD format 125 About GPS (HDR-XR500V/XR520V 126 About "Memory Stick" media 127 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 129 About x.v.Color 130 About handling of recordable photos 121 Using your camcorder abroad 122 File/folder structure on the internal hard disk from... being recovered 73 Customizing your camcorder 130 Index 134 Index SET (Items to set face function 86 VIEW IMAGES SET...
...and precautions 125 About the AVCHD format 125 About GPS (HDR-XR500V/XR520V 126 About "Memory Stick" media 127 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 129 About x.v.Color 130 About handling of recordable photos 121 Using your camcorder abroad 122 File/folder structure on the internal hard disk from... being recovered 73 Customizing your camcorder 130 Index 134 Index SET (Items to set face function 86 VIEW IMAGES SET...
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...; DISP (display) button (38) EASY button (24, 25) GPS switch (HDR-XR500V/XR520V) (39) Access lamp ("Memory Stick PRO Duo" media) (70) While the lamp is lit or flashing, the camcorder is reading or writing data. "Memory Stick Duo" media slot (70) Battery pack...Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (31) (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (21) ACCESS lamp (Hard disk) (18) While the lamp is lit or flashing, the camcorder is reading or writing data. /CHG (flash/charge) lamp (18) START/STOP button (25, 30) DC IN jack (18) ...
...; DISP (display) button (38) EASY button (24, 25) GPS switch (HDR-XR500V/XR520V) (39) Access lamp ("Memory Stick PRO Duo" media) (70) While the lamp is lit or flashing, the camcorder is reading or writing data. "Memory Stick Duo" media slot (70) Battery pack...Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (31) (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (21) ACCESS lamp (Hard disk) (18) While the lamp is lit or flashing, the camcorder is reading or writing data. /CHG (flash/charge) lamp (18) START/STOP button (25, 30) DC IN jack (18) ...
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Select a desired button or an item with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire. ... Recording Techniques DATA CODE button (90) Displays the date and time, camera setting data, or coordinates (HDR-XR500V/XR520V) of the recorded images when you press any of these buttons, the orange frame appears on the LCD screen...battery of the Wireless Remote Commander While pressing on the tab, inset your camcorder (p. 9). When no commands have been sent from the Wireless Remote Commander within a certain period, the orange frame disappears...
Select a desired button or an item with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire. ... Recording Techniques DATA CODE button (90) Displays the date and time, camera setting data, or coordinates (HDR-XR500V/XR520V) of the recorded images when you press any of these buttons, the orange frame appears on the LCD screen...battery of the Wireless Remote Commander While pressing on the tab, inset your camcorder (p. 9). When no commands have been sent from the Wireless Remote Commander within a certain period, the orange frame disappears...
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... p. 94 p. 94 p. 94 p. 21 p. 96 p. 96 p. 96 p. 97 p. 97 p. 98 p. 98 p. 131 p. 99 p. 99 p. 99 p. 100 *2 You cannot set [FRAME SETTING] during Easy Handycam operation. *3 HDR-XR500V/XR520V List of Contents Useful Recording Techniques GUIDEFRAME FLASH MODE*1 FLASH LEVEL REDEYE REDUC DIAL SETTING CONVERSION LENS AUTO BACK LIGHT FACE FUNC. Table of...
... p. 94 p. 94 p. 94 p. 21 p. 96 p. 96 p. 96 p. 97 p. 97 p. 98 p. 98 p. 131 p. 99 p. 99 p. 99 p. 100 *2 You cannot set [FRAME SETTING] during Easy Handycam operation. *3 HDR-XR500V/XR520V List of Contents Useful Recording Techniques GUIDEFRAME FLASH MODE*1 FLASH LEVEL REDEYE REDUC DIAL SETTING CONVERSION LENS AUTO BACK LIGHT FACE FUNC. Table of...
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... Supplied items The numbers in a malfunction of your camcorder. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the camcorder, holding both the camcorder and the DC plug. Even if the camcorder is turned off and landing of an airplane (HDR-XR500V/XR520V). Read this camcorder. See "About handling of your camcorder" (p. 130). Do not do not hold the...
... Supplied items The numbers in a malfunction of your camcorder. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the camcorder, holding both the camcorder and the DC plug. Even if the camcorder is turned off and landing of an airplane (HDR-XR500V/XR520V). Read this camcorder. See "About handling of your camcorder" (p. 130). Do not do not hold the...
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... to the original position. Changing the language setting You can turn off depending on or off your camcorder. When you turn off . The off. (Movie) lamp flashes for your camcorder also by pressing POWER. If the viewfinder is not turned off the power Close the LCD...You can change the on-screen displays to [OFF] (HDR-XR500V/XR520V). LCD screen Open Closed Status Viewfinder Retracted Pulled out Retracted Pulled out Power of the LCD screen or the viewfinder. Useful Recording Techniques On turning the camcorder on or off using the LCD screen or the viewfinder ...
... to the original position. Changing the language setting You can turn off depending on or off your camcorder. When you turn off . The off. (Movie) lamp flashes for your camcorder also by pressing POWER. If the viewfinder is not turned off the power Close the LCD...You can change the on-screen displays to [OFF] (HDR-XR500V/XR520V). LCD screen Open Closed Status Viewfinder Retracted Pulled out Retracted Pulled out Power of the LCD screen or the viewfinder. Useful Recording Techniques On turning the camcorder on or off using the LCD screen or the viewfinder ...
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... by date (p. 48) : Displays the Highlight Playback screen (p. 47). : Displays the screen to select the index type ([ MAP] (HDR-XR500V/XR520V)/ [ FILM ROLL]/[ FACE]) (p. 44, 45, 46). : Displays high definition image quality (HD) movies.* : Displays photos. * appears when you select standard definition image quality (SD) movies in [ / SET] (p. 88...
... by date (p. 48) : Displays the Highlight Playback screen (p. 47). : Displays the screen to select the index type ([ MAP] (HDR-XR500V/XR520V)/ [ FILM ROLL]/[ FACE]) (p. 44, 45, 46). : Displays high definition image quality (HD) movies.* : Displays photos. * appears when you select standard definition image quality (SD) movies in [ / SET] (p. 88...
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... the LCD screen of Contents Useful Recording Techniques Data code during recording The recording date, time and condition, and coordinates (HDR-XR500V/XR520V) are not displayed during playback (p. 88). Table of your camcorder when the LCD screen is already open, press POWER (p. 21). Press MODE to adjust the focus, then press it...
... the LCD screen of Contents Useful Recording Techniques Data code during recording The recording date, time and condition, and coordinates (HDR-XR500V/XR520V) are not displayed during playback (p. 88). Table of your camcorder when the LCD screen is already open, press POWER (p. 21). Press MODE to adjust the focus, then press it...
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... will be normal when recorded. 36 Index This may cause a malfunction. Recording in mirror mode Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder , then rotate it is hard to LOW LUX. When you set the STD/LOW LUX/NIGHTSHOT switch to focus automatically. ... ([FOCUS], p. 103) when it 180 degrees to the lens side . Tips A mirror-image of Contents Useful Recording Techniques HDR-XR500V/XR520V Infrared port When you can record images even in normal ambient light. Notes The NightShot function uses infrared light.
... will be normal when recorded. 36 Index This may cause a malfunction. Recording in mirror mode Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder , then rotate it is hard to LOW LUX. When you set the STD/LOW LUX/NIGHTSHOT switch to focus automatically. ... ([FOCUS], p. 103) when it 180 degrees to the lens side . Tips A mirror-image of Contents Useful Recording Techniques HDR-XR500V/XR520V Infrared port When you can record images even in normal ambient light. Notes The NightShot function uses infrared light.
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Acquiring location information (GPS) (HDR-XR500V/XR520V) Set the GPS switch to ON ( appears on a map (p. 44), ...reset to the default settings. Tips The functions of the items that you can acquire your camcorder triangulates successfully, it will appear on the LCD screen). The movies and photos with location information will record the location...assigned item of menu operation. You can also assign menu items to triangulate. Your camcorder starts trying to the MANUAL dial by touching (HOME) (SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS]/[PHOTO SETTINGS] ...
Acquiring location information (GPS) (HDR-XR500V/XR520V) Set the GPS switch to ON ( appears on a map (p. 44), ...reset to the default settings. Tips The functions of the items that you can acquire your camcorder triangulates successfully, it will appear on the LCD screen). The movies and photos with location information will record the location...assigned item of menu operation. You can also assign menu items to triangulate. Your camcorder starts trying to the MANUAL dial by touching (HOME) (SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS]/[PHOTO SETTINGS] ...
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...select the index type ([ MAP](HDR-XR500V/XR520V)/[ FILM ROLL]/[ FACE]) (p. 44, 45, 46). : Displays high definition image quality (HD) movies*. : Displays photos. * appears when the standard definition image quality (SD) movie is selected with [ / SET] (p. 88). 41 Index Your camcorder is already open, press POWER... some seconds. You can display the VISUAL INDEX screen by pressing (VIEW IMAGES) on your camcorder. Table of Contents Playback on the camcorder In the default setting, movies and photos that are recorded on the internal hard disk are played (p. 70).
...select the index type ([ MAP](HDR-XR500V/XR520V)/[ FILM ROLL]/[ FACE]) (p. 44, 45, 46). : Displays high definition image quality (HD) movies*. : Displays photos. * appears when the standard definition image quality (SD) movie is selected with [ / SET] (p. 88). 41 Index Your camcorder is already open, press POWER... some seconds. You can display the VISUAL INDEX screen by pressing (VIEW IMAGES) on your camcorder. Table of Contents Playback on the camcorder In the default setting, movies and photos that are recorded on the internal hard disk are played (p. 70).
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...] [DATA CODE] a desired setting Protected demonstration movie has been provided on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media.) Your camcorder starts playing the selected movie. Previous Volume adjustment To stop To fast-reverse Next OPTION To fast-forward To pause/play Tips ... touching (HOME) (VIEW IMAGES) [VISUAL INDEX]. The recording date, time, and shooting conditions, and coordinates (HDR-XR500V/XR520V) are recorded automatically during playback, movies are played as fast as about 5 times about 10 times about 30 times ...
...] [DATA CODE] a desired setting Protected demonstration movie has been provided on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media.) Your camcorder starts playing the selected movie. Previous Volume adjustment To stop To fast-reverse Next OPTION To fast-forward To pause/play Tips ... touching (HOME) (VIEW IMAGES) [VISUAL INDEX]. The recording date, time, and shooting conditions, and coordinates (HDR-XR500V/XR520V) are recorded automatically during playback, movies are played as fast as about 5 times about 10 times about 30 times ...
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.... Tips You can change the scale using the zoom lever or zoom buttons (W: larger, T: smaller). Your camcorder acquires the current location information every 10 seconds. To close the map screen Touch . Notes The map always displays the ...; (OTHERS) [ YOUR LOCATION]. Table of Contents Acquiring the current location information (HDR-XR500V/XR520V) You can display the current location on the recording screen. When your camcorder cannot acquire the current location information, the center marker turns gray and the map shows the last...
.... Tips You can change the scale using the zoom lever or zoom buttons (W: larger, T: smaller). Your camcorder acquires the current location information every 10 seconds. To close the map screen Touch . Notes The map always displays the ...; (OTHERS) [ YOUR LOCATION]. Table of Contents Acquiring the current location information (HDR-XR500V/XR520V) You can display the current location on the recording screen. When your camcorder cannot acquire the current location information, the center marker turns gray and the map shows the last...
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...; Tips The data code is not displayed. Displays camera setting data. Displays the date and time. HDR-XR500V/XR520V OFF DATE/TIME CAMERA DATA COORDINATES Data code is displayed on the TV screen if you connect your camcorder to a TV. Depending on the recording media condition, bars [--:--:--] appear. Displays coordinates.
...; Tips The data code is not displayed. Displays camera setting data. Displays the date and time. HDR-XR500V/XR520V OFF DATE/TIME CAMERA DATA COORDINATES Data code is displayed on the TV screen if you connect your camcorder to a TV. Depending on the recording media condition, bars [--:--:--] appear. Displays coordinates.
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..., even if the GPS switch is turned off your camcorder if the camcorder is receiving a GPS signal while it detects a time difference, by acquiring the time from GPS. AUTO AREA ADJ (HDR-XR500V/XR520V) Your camcorder will maintain the correct clock time by acquiring the current...marked with the current area automatically when it is being used. Set your local area when using your local area using AUTO CLOCK ADJ (HDR-XR500V/XR520V) Your camcorder will compensate for a time differences with . Steps (HOME) (SETTINGS) [CLOCK/ LANG] [AREA...
..., even if the GPS switch is turned off your camcorder if the camcorder is receiving a GPS signal while it detects a time difference, by acquiring the time from GPS. AUTO AREA ADJ (HDR-XR500V/XR520V) Your camcorder will maintain the correct clock time by acquiring the current...marked with the current area automatically when it is being used. Set your local area when using your local area using AUTO CLOCK ADJ (HDR-XR500V/XR520V) Your camcorder will compensate for a time differences with . Steps (HOME) (SETTINGS) [CLOCK/ LANG] [AREA...
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... not receiving a GPS signal (HDR-XR500V/XR520V). Your camcorder may cause slight trimming of the top, bottom, right, and left edges of images are not dubbed correctly. You cannot dub images using the ... happens when viewing an image recorded in the 16:9 (wide) mode on a 4:3 TV. The current location on the map of the camcorder is different from the actual current location (HDR-XR500V/XR520V). The margin of error of the radio signal from GPS satellites because of obstructions. The image appears distorted on the...
... not receiving a GPS signal (HDR-XR500V/XR520V). Your camcorder may cause slight trimming of the top, bottom, right, and left edges of images are not dubbed correctly. You cannot dub images using the ... happens when viewing an image recorded in the 16:9 (wide) mode on a 4:3 TV. The current location on the map of the camcorder is different from the actual current location (HDR-XR500V/XR520V). The margin of error of the radio signal from GPS satellites because of obstructions. The image appears distorted on the...
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... You may hear a melody when some trouble with both hands and record the image. Description of the camcorder. This may occur when you to use your camcorder again. (HDR-XR500V/XR520V) Index (Warning indicator pertaining to drop sensor) The drop sensor function (p. 99) is taking ...or writing the internal hard disk of warning messages If messages appear on the screen, follow the instructions. Hold the camcorder steady with the GPS receiver. Recording media HDD format error. The internal hard disk of lights is full. Photos cannot be disabled as ...
... You may hear a melody when some trouble with both hands and record the image. Description of the camcorder. This may occur when you to use your camcorder again. (HDR-XR500V/XR520V) Index (Warning indicator pertaining to drop sensor) The drop sensor function (p. 99) is taking ...or writing the internal hard disk of warning messages If messages appear on the screen, follow the instructions. Hold the camcorder steady with the GPS receiver. Recording media HDD format error. The internal hard disk of lights is full. Photos cannot be disabled as ...
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... 13 hours. Your camcorder uses the VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format to automatically adjust image quality to suit the recording scene. Table of Contents Useful Recording Techniques Expected recording time of movies Internal hard disk High definition image quality (HD) (unit: hour minute) Recording mode Recording time HDR-XR500 HDR-XR500V [HD FH] 14 h 30...
... 13 hours. Your camcorder uses the VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format to automatically adjust image quality to suit the recording scene. Table of Contents Useful Recording Techniques Expected recording time of movies Internal hard disk High definition image quality (HD) (unit: hour minute) Recording mode Recording time HDR-XR500 HDR-XR500V [HD FH] 14 h 30...
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... Fernando de Noronha Azores, Cape Verde Is. 123 Index HDR-XR500V/XR520V When [AUTO CLOCK ADJ] and [AUTO AREA ADJ] are set to [ON], the clock is set the clock to the local time automatically by setting a time difference when using your camcorder abroad. Setting to the local time You can easily set...
... Fernando de Noronha Azores, Cape Verde Is. 123 Index HDR-XR500V/XR520V When [AUTO CLOCK ADJ] and [AUTO AREA ADJ] are set to [ON], the clock is set the clock to the local time automatically by setting a time difference when using your camcorder abroad. Setting to the local time You can easily set...