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.... Model No. WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to these numbers whenever you call your Sony dealer regarding this product. US Do not expose the batteries to constitute a risk of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the space provided below. Owner's Record The model and...
.... Model No. WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to these numbers whenever you call your Sony dealer regarding this product. US Do not expose the batteries to constitute a risk of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the space provided below. Owner's Record The model and...
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... Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in the U.S.A. US Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power source (mains) is mishandled, the battery pack can help preserve our environment by Sony. Dispose of the FCC Rules. Excessive sound pressure from the wall outlet ...furniture. For more information regarding recycling of small children. Keep the battery pack dry. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by returning your camcorder. CAUTION Battery pack If the battery pack is still supplied to it for future reference. For customers in a ...
... Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in the U.S.A. US Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power source (mains) is mishandled, the battery pack can help preserve our environment by Sony. Dispose of the FCC Rules. Excessive sound pressure from the wall outlet ...furniture. For more information regarding recycling of small children. Keep the battery pack dry. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by returning your camcorder. CAUTION Battery pack If the battery pack is still supplied to it for future reference. For customers in a ...
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Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-XR500V Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-XR520V Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. CAUTION You are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference...any interference received, including interference that may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains perchlorate. This equipment generates, uses, and can be used in accordance with the limits for the FCC ...
Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-XR500V Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-XR520V Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. CAUTION You are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference...any interference received, including interference that may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains perchlorate. This equipment generates, uses, and can be used in accordance with the limits for the FCC ...
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... battery pack NP-FH60 (1) CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software" (1) "PMB" (software, including "PMB Guide") "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) See page 43 for a long time, fragmentation of data occurs on use Using the camcorder The camcorder is... drop repeatedly, recording/playback may be stopped. When the temperature of an airplane (HDR-XR500V/XR520V). To protect the internal hard disk from the camcorder Do not apply shock or vibration to ON. Images cannot be lost or other ...
... battery pack NP-FH60 (1) CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software" (1) "PMB" (software, including "PMB Guide") "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) See page 43 for a long time, fragmentation of data occurs on use Using the camcorder The camcorder is... drop repeatedly, recording/playback may be stopped. When the temperature of an airplane (HDR-XR500V/XR520V). To protect the internal hard disk from the camcorder Do not apply shock or vibration to ON. Images cannot be lost or other ...
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... battery pack 13 Charging the battery pack abroad 14 Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time 15 Changing the language setting 16 Recording Recording 17 Recording and playing movies and photos easily (Easy Handycam operation 20 Acquiring recording location information using the GPS (HDR-XR500V/XR520V 20 Playback Playback on the camcorder...
... battery pack 13 Charging the battery pack abroad 14 Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time 15 Changing the language setting 16 Recording Recording 17 Recording and playing movies and photos easily (Easy Handycam operation 20 Acquiring recording location information using the GPS (HDR-XR500V/XR520V 20 Playback Playback on the camcorder...
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... the LCD screen. 2 Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction of the arrow until it clicks. 3 Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to your camcorder. 1 Turn off when the battery pack is fully charged. 4 When the battery is charged, disconnect the AC Adaptor... from the DC IN jack of your camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket). Align the mark ...
... the LCD screen. 2 Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction of the arrow until it clicks. 3 Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to your camcorder. 1 Turn off when the battery pack is fully charged. 4 When the battery is charged, disconnect the AC Adaptor... from the DC IN jack of your camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket). Align the mark ...
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... When your camcorder is on, you leave your camcorder within the AC 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz range. Do not use a wall outlet (wall socket) as a power source Make the same connections as "Step 1: Charging the battery pack." Charging the battery pack abroad You can ...; Do not short-circuit the DC plug of remaining battery power with your camcorder without any metallic objects. Slide the BATT (battery) release lever and remove the battery pack . Notes on the LCD screen. To remove the battery pack Retract the viewfinder and close the LCD screen, then...
... When your camcorder is on, you leave your camcorder within the AC 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz range. Do not use a wall outlet (wall socket) as a power source Make the same connections as "Step 1: Charging the battery pack." Charging the battery pack abroad You can ...; Do not short-circuit the DC plug of remaining battery power with your camcorder without any metallic objects. Slide the BATT (battery) release lever and remove the battery pack . Notes on the LCD screen. To remove the battery pack Retract the viewfinder and close the LCD screen, then...
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...quality, such as free space. WIDE SELECT Sets the horizontal to the MANUAL dial (p. 42). FLASH LEVEL Sets the brightness of your camcorder Connects the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media via USB. Download music files that can be played with flash. Adjusts the exposure for... internal hard disk via USB. Optimizes the SteadyShot function and focus according to assign the file number. AUTO BACK LIGHT......... BATTERY INFO Displays the battery information. (MANAGE MEDIA) category MOVIE MEDIA SET p. 43 PHOTO MEDIA SET p. 43 MEDIA INFO Displays information on the recording...
...quality, such as free space. WIDE SELECT Sets the horizontal to the MANUAL dial (p. 42). FLASH LEVEL Sets the brightness of your camcorder Connects the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media via USB. Download music files that can be played with flash. Adjusts the exposure for... internal hard disk via USB. Optimizes the SteadyShot function and focus according to assign the file number. AUTO BACK LIGHT......... BATTERY INFO Displays the battery information. (MANAGE MEDIA) category MOVIE MEDIA SET p. 43 PHOTO MEDIA SET p. 43 MEDIA INFO Displays information on the recording...
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...; The recording media is extremely high/low. If you still cannot operate your camcorder is full. This is extremely high. We will neither copy nor retain your data. See the Handycam Handbook (p. 51) for a while in a cool/warm place. You cannot make...battery pack (p. 13). Delete unnecessary images (p. 41). "PMB" does not work , press the RESET button (p. 63) using your camcorder and leave it for repair (p. 29, 37). "PMB" cannot be required to initialize or change the current hard disk of your camcorder is not a malfunction. Notes before sending your Sony...
...; The recording media is extremely high/low. If you still cannot operate your camcorder is full. This is extremely high. We will neither copy nor retain your data. See the Handycam Handbook (p. 51) for a while in a cool/warm place. You cannot make...battery pack (p. 13). Delete unnecessary images (p. 41). "PMB" does not work , press the RESET button (p. 63) using your camcorder and leave it for repair (p. 29, 37). "PMB" cannot be required to initialize or change the current hard disk of your camcorder is not a malfunction. Notes before sending your Sony...
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... (p. 41) after you have occurred with your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. C:13: / C:32: Remove the power source. C:04: The battery pack is damaged. Reconnect it in your camcorder. Battery power is full. Make the camcorder warm. No "Memory Stick PRO Duo...
... (p. 41) after you have occurred with your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. C:13: / C:32: Remove the power source. C:04: The battery pack is damaged. Reconnect it in your camcorder. Battery power is full. Make the camcorder warm. No "Memory Stick PRO Duo...
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... When disconnecting the power cord (mains lead), pull it by a Sony dealer before operating it any solid object or liquid gets inside of the LCD screen or the viewfinder. Operate your camcorder, it . Noise may malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction cannot be recorded... as hammering, dropping or stepping on DC 6.8 V/7.2 V (battery pack) or DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor). For DC or AC operation, use or store the camcorder and accessories in these operating instructions. Do not let your camcorder with both hands. Delete unnecessary images (p. 41). ...
... When disconnecting the power cord (mains lead), pull it by a Sony dealer before operating it any solid object or liquid gets inside of the LCD screen or the viewfinder. Operate your camcorder, it . Noise may malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction cannot be recorded... as hammering, dropping or stepping on DC 6.8 V/7.2 V (battery pack) or DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor). For DC or AC operation, use or store the camcorder and accessories in these operating instructions. Do not let your camcorder with both hands. Delete unnecessary images (p. 41). ...
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... hot or humid locations When the lens is not charged, the camcorder operation will be affected as long as you use your local authorized Sony service facility. Wash off . The preinstalled rechargeable battery is always charged while your camcorder is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket) via the AC Adaptor or...
... hot or humid locations When the lens is not charged, the camcorder operation will be affected as long as you use your local authorized Sony service facility. Wash off . The preinstalled rechargeable battery is always charged while your camcorder is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket) via the AC Adaptor or...
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... is recommended that you perform [ EMPTY] (See "Getting detailed information from the "Handycam Handbook"" (p. 51).) to pull out the battery case. Place a new battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Also, when you dispose of the camcorder, it is recommended that you destroy the actual body of the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media Even if you...
... is recommended that you perform [ EMPTY] (See "Getting detailed information from the "Handycam Handbook"" (p. 51).) to pull out the battery case. Place a new battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Also, when you dispose of the camcorder, it is recommended that you destroy the actual body of the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media Even if you...
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... Effective (movie, 16:9): Approx. 4 150 000 pixels Effective (photo, 16:9): Approx. 4 500 000 pixels Effective (photo, 4:3): Approx. 6 000 000 pixels Lens: Sony G Lens 12 (Optical), 24 , 150 (Digital) Filter diameter: 37 mm (1 1/2 in.) F1.8 ~ 3.4 Focal length: f=5.5 ~ 66... 1/2 ~ 18 in .) (w/ h/d) including the projecting parts, and the supplied rechargeable battery pack attached Mass (approx.): HDR-XR500: 490 g (1 lb 1 oz) main unit only 570 g (1 lb 4 oz) including the supplied rechargeable battery pack HDR-XR500V/XR520: 500 g (1 lb 1 oz) main unit only 580 g (1 lb ...
... Effective (movie, 16:9): Approx. 4 150 000 pixels Effective (photo, 16:9): Approx. 4 500 000 pixels Effective (photo, 4:3): Approx. 6 000 000 pixels Lens: Sony G Lens 12 (Optical), 24 , 150 (Digital) Filter diameter: 37 mm (1 1/2 in.) F1.8 ~ 3.4 Focal length: f=5.5 ~ 66... 1/2 ~ 18 in .) (w/ h/d) including the projecting parts, and the supplied rechargeable battery pack attached Mass (approx.): HDR-XR500: 490 g (1 lb 1 oz) main unit only 570 g (1 lb 4 oz) including the supplied rechargeable battery pack HDR-XR500V/XR520: 500 g (1 lb 1 oz) main unit only 580 g (1 lb ...
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...58320; Recording and playback time is [HD SP] (p. 47). Expected recording time of your camcorder and accessories are subject to + 140 °F) Dimensions (approx.): 48 29 ...170 g (6.0 oz) excluding the power cord (mains lead) * See the label on /off and zooming. Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH60 Maximum output voltage: DC 8.4 V Output voltage: DC 7.2 V Maximum charge voltage: DC 8.4 V...101 h 20 m Recording mode [HD FH] [HD HQ] [HD SP] [HD LP] (5.1 ch)* [HD LP] (2 ch)* Recording time HDR-XR500V HDR-XR520V 14 h 30 m 29 h 10 m 29 h 30 m 59 h 20 m 35 h 50 m 72 h 10 m 47 h 50...
...58320; Recording and playback time is [HD SP] (p. 47). Expected recording time of your camcorder and accessories are subject to + 140 °F) Dimensions (approx.): 48 29 ...170 g (6.0 oz) excluding the power cord (mains lead) * See the label on /off and zooming. Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH60 Maximum output voltage: DC 8.4 V Output voltage: DC 7.2 V Maximum charge voltage: DC 8.4 V...101 h 20 m Recording mode [HD FH] [HD HQ] [HD SP] [HD LP] (5.1 ch)* [HD LP] (2 ch)* Recording time HDR-XR500V HDR-XR520V 14 h 30 m 29 h 10 m 29 h 30 m 59 h 20 m 35 h 50 m 72 h 10 m 47 h 50...
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... HOME button AUDIO MODE Self-timer recording GPS tracking status Current location Flash, REDEYE REDUC BLT-IN ZOOM MIC MICREF LEVEL low WIDE SELECT Remaining battery Return button Center Indicator [STBY]/[REC] Meaning Recording status Photo size Slide show set NightShot Warning Playback mode Upper right Indicator / 0:00:00...
... HOME button AUDIO MODE Self-timer recording GPS tracking status Current location Flash, REDEYE REDUC BLT-IN ZOOM MIC MICREF LEVEL low WIDE SELECT Remaining battery Return button Center Indicator [STBY]/[REC] Meaning Recording status Photo size Slide show set NightShot Warning Playback mode Upper right Indicator / 0:00:00...
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... or battery power is reading or writing data. The accessory can be turned on , press and hold DISP down again. EASY button (20) GPS switch (HDR-XR500V/XR520V) (20) Access lamp ("Memory Stick PRO Duo" media) (44) While the lamp is lit or flashing, the camcorder is ...; (VIEW IMAGES) button (21) POWER button (16) RESET button Press RESET to optional accessories such as you operate the POWER switch on your camcorder. A/V Remote Connector (24, 39) (USB) jack (27, 31, 32, 38) HDMI OUT (mini) jack (24) ...
... or battery power is reading or writing data. The accessory can be turned on , press and hold DISP down again. EASY button (20) GPS switch (HDR-XR500V/XR520V) (20) Access lamp ("Memory Stick PRO Duo" media) (44) While the lamp is lit or flashing, the camcorder is ...; (VIEW IMAGES) button (21) POWER button (16) RESET button Press RESET to optional accessories such as you operate the POWER switch on your camcorder. A/V Remote Connector (24, 39) (USB) jack (27, 31, 32, 38) HDMI OUT (mini) jack (24) ...
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..., it takes precedence over the builtin microphone. Grip belt (17) Hook for a shoulder belt Tripod receptacle (42) BATT (battery) release lever (14) Eyecup Viewfinder Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (15) ACCESS lamp (Hard... disk) (13) While the lamp is lit or flashing, the camcorder is reading or writing data. /CHG lamp (13) START/STOP button (17) DC IN jack (13) Power zoom...
..., it takes precedence over the builtin microphone. Grip belt (17) Hook for a shoulder belt Tripod receptacle (42) BATT (battery) release lever (14) Eyecup Viewfinder Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (15) ACCESS lamp (Hard... disk) (13) While the lamp is lit or flashing, the camcorder is reading or writing data. /CHG lamp (13) START/STOP button (17) DC IN jack (13) Power zoom...
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...battery pack..........13 Computer 26 Computer system 26 Copy 44 Copying a disc 35 Creating a disc 29, 37 Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc 33 Creating a standard definition image quality (SD) disc 35 D Delete 41 Destination drive or folder........32 Disc recorder 39 Dubbing 44 DVD writer 38 E Easy Handycam... operation.........20 Easy PC Back-up 32 Editing movies 36 F Format 41 H Handycam Handbook 51 HELP function 45 HOME MENU 45, 46 I Image quality 43 Install 27...
...battery pack..........13 Computer 26 Computer system 26 Copy 44 Copying a disc 35 Creating a disc 29, 37 Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc 33 Creating a standard definition image quality (SD) disc 35 D Delete 41 Destination drive or folder........32 Disc recorder 39 Dubbing 44 DVD writer 38 E Easy Handycam... operation.........20 Easy PC Back-up 32 Editing movies 36 F Format 41 H Handycam Handbook 51 HELP function 45 HOME MENU 45, 46 I Image quality 43 Install 27...