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...may result. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from earphones and headphones cause hearing loss. UL is mishandled, the battery pack can help preserve our environment by Sony. Dispose of used rechargeable batteries to the instructions. Read this first Before operating the unit, please read this device must accept any ... reach 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 an internationally recognized safety organization.
...may result. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from earphones and headphones cause hearing loss. UL is mishandled, the battery pack can help preserve our environment by Sony. Dispose of used rechargeable batteries to the instructions. Read this first Before operating the unit, please read this device must accept any ... reach 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 an internationally recognized safety organization.
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...protection features of an airplane (HDR-XR500V/XR520V). To protect the internal hard disk from the camcorder Do not apply shock or vibration to ON. The camcorder may be able to record or play back on use the camcorder in very loud areas. ... the battery pack or AC Adaptor from shock by the camcorder may not be saved or recorded. Insulation sheet Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH60 (1) CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software" (1) "PMB" (software, including "PMB Guide") "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) "Operating Guide" (This manual...
...protection features of an airplane (HDR-XR500V/XR520V). To protect the internal hard disk from the camcorder Do not apply shock or vibration to ON. The camcorder may be able to record or play back on use the camcorder in very loud areas. ... the battery pack or AC Adaptor from shock by the camcorder may not be saved or recorded. Insulation sheet Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH60 (1) CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software" (1) "PMB" (software, including "PMB Guide") "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) "Operating Guide" (This manual...
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...58320; Compensation for illustration purposes are called "recording media." In this manual The images of the camcorder, recording media, etc. TV color systems differ depending on the supplied CD-ROM (p. 51). The... Stick PRO-HG Duo" media are recorded without warning. US On playing back recorded images on the camcorder with the following devices; Other AVCHD format compatible devices which are not compatible with High Profile ... Stick PRO Duo" media. You will find the "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) on the country/region.
...58320; Compensation for illustration purposes are called "recording media." In this manual The images of the camcorder, recording media, etc. TV color systems differ depending on the supplied CD-ROM (p. 51). The... Stick PRO-HG Duo" media are recorded without warning. US On playing back recorded images on the camcorder with the following devices; Other AVCHD format compatible devices which are not compatible with High Profile ... Stick PRO Duo" media. You will find the "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) on the country/region.
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Playing movies and photos (p. 21) Playing movies and photos on your camcorder (p. 21) Playing movies and photos on a connected TV (p. 24) Saving movies and photos on a disc Saving movies and photos with a computer (p. 26) You can ...
Playing movies and photos (p. 21) Playing movies and photos on your camcorder (p. 21) Playing movies and photos on a connected TV (p. 24) Saving movies and photos on a disc Saving movies and photos with a computer (p. 26) You can ...
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... 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 21 Playing images on a TV 24 Saving movies and photos with a computer Preparing a computer (Windows 26 When...
... 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 21 Playing images on a TV 24 Saving movies and photos with a computer Preparing a computer (Windows 26 When...
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... a standard definition image quality (SD) disc with a recorder, etc. (A/V connecting cable connection 39 Making good use of your camcorder Deleting movies and photos 41 Coping with shooting conditions 42 Changing the recording medium 43 To check the recording media settings 43 Dubbing or... the internal hard disk to a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media 44 Customizing your camcorder with menus 45 Using the HELP function 45 Getting detailed information from the "Handycam Handbook 51 Additional information Troubleshooting 52 Precautions 54 Specifications 57 Screen indicators 61 Parts and...
... a standard definition image quality (SD) disc with a recorder, etc. (A/V connecting cable connection 39 Making good use of your camcorder Deleting movies and photos 41 Coping with shooting conditions 42 Changing the recording medium 43 To check the recording media settings 43 Dubbing or... the internal hard disk to a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media 44 Customizing your camcorder with menus 45 Using the HELP function 45 Getting detailed information from the "Handycam Handbook 51 Additional information Troubleshooting 52 Precautions 54 Specifications 57 Screen indicators 61 Parts and...
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... screen. 2 Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction of the arrow until it to your camcorder. You cannot attach any "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack other than the H series 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 on the DC plug with that on the DC IN jack. US 13 The /...
... screen. 2 Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction of the arrow until it to your camcorder. You cannot attach any "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack other than the H series 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 on the DC plug with that on the DC IN jack. US 13 The /...
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... sure that the (Movie) lamp/ (Photo) lamp (p. 15)/ACCESS lamps (p. 13)/ access lamp(p. 44) are turned off automatically if you leave your camcorder without any metallic objects. Notes on the battery pack and the AC Adaptor When you remove the battery pack or disconnect the AC Adaptor... the LCD screen. To use an electronic voltage transformer. See page 58 on charging, recording and playing time. When your camcorder is on, you can charge the battery pack in any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with any operation for approximately 5 minutes, to ...
... sure that the (Movie) lamp/ (Photo) lamp (p. 15)/ACCESS lamps (p. 13)/ access lamp(p. 44) are turned off automatically if you leave your camcorder without any metallic objects. Notes on the battery pack and the AC Adaptor When you remove the battery pack or disconnect the AC Adaptor... the LCD screen. To use an electronic voltage transformer. See page 58 on charging, recording and playing time. When your camcorder is on, you can charge the battery pack in any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with any operation for approximately 5 minutes, to ...
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...[SUMMERTIME] to [ON], the clock advances 1 hour. Touch the button on , and setting the date and time 1 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder when the LCD screen is turned on. To turn off the operation beeps by touching (HOME) (SETTINGS) [SOUND/DISP...the item appears. 3 Set [DST SET] or [SUMMERTIME], date and time, then touch . When an item is not on your camcorder. Your camcorder is open, press POWER. POWER (Movie): To record movies (Photo): To record photos 2 Select the desired geographical area with / , then touch [NEXT...
...[SUMMERTIME] to [ON], the clock advances 1 hour. Touch the button on , and setting the date and time 1 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder when the LCD screen is turned on. To turn off the operation beeps by touching (HOME) (SETTINGS) [SOUND/DISP...the item appears. 3 Set [DST SET] or [SUMMERTIME], date and time, then touch . When an item is not on your camcorder. Your camcorder is open, press POWER. POWER (Movie): To record movies (Photo): To record photos 2 Select the desired geographical area with / , then touch [NEXT...
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... on -screen displays to show messages in the illustration below. LCD screen Open Closed Status Viewfinder Retracted Pulled out Retracted Pulled out Power of the camcorder is pulled out, retract the viewfinder as shown in a specified language. Touch (HOME) (SETTINGS) [CLOCK/ LANG] ... [ LANGUAGE SET] the desired language On turning the camcorder on or off using the LCD screen or the viewfinder The power of the camcorder On On Off On US 16 The turned off. (Movie) lamp flashes several seconds, then the...
... on -screen displays to show messages in the illustration below. LCD screen Open Closed Status Viewfinder Retracted Pulled out Retracted Pulled out Power of the camcorder is pulled out, retract the viewfinder as shown in a specified language. Touch (HOME) (SETTINGS) [CLOCK/ LANG] ... [ LANGUAGE SET] the desired language On turning the camcorder on or off using the LCD screen or the viewfinder The power of the camcorder On On Off On US 16 The turned off. (Movie) lamp flashes several seconds, then the...
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... Move the power zoom lever slightly for a faster zoom. If you close the LCD screen during recording, the camcorder stops recording. See page 58 on your camcorder when the LCD screen is turned on. To turn on the recordable time of movies. The maximum continuous... recordable time of your camcorder. Recording Recording Recording movies In the default setting, movies are recorded with high definition image quality (HD) on the hard disk (p. 43, ...
... Move the power zoom lever slightly for a faster zoom. If you close the LCD screen during recording, the camcorder stops recording. See page 58 on your camcorder when the LCD screen is turned on. To turn on the recordable time of movies. The maximum continuous... recordable time of your camcorder. Recording Recording Recording movies In the default setting, movies are recorded with high definition image quality (HD) on the hard disk (p. 43, ...
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... You can record movies/photos in mirror mode. 90 degrees (max.) 180 degrees (max.) 90 degrees to the camcorder When you can change the setting in the default setting. To adjust the angle of a person during movie recording ([SMILE SHUTTER]). Set ... adjustment lever located beneath the viewfinder. In the default setting, a photo is already open the LCD panel 90 degrees to your camcorder. If you rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees to the lens side (), you make recording by using the viewfinder, pull out the ...
... You can record movies/photos in mirror mode. 90 degrees (max.) 180 degrees (max.) 90 degrees to the camcorder When you can change the setting in the default setting. To adjust the angle of a person during movie recording ([SMILE SHUTTER]). Set ... adjustment lever located beneath the viewfinder. In the default setting, a photo is already open the LCD panel 90 degrees to your camcorder. If you rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees to the lens side (), you make recording by using the viewfinder, pull out the ...
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... To change the image size, touch (HOME) (SETTINGS) [PHOTO SETTINGS] [ IMAGE SIZE] a desired setting You can change how your camcorder flashes by pressing PHOTO. The image file size is 8.3M when recording high definition image quality (HD) movies. Your... camcorder flashes automatically when there is recorded. Move the power zoom lever slightly for a faster zoom. You can check the recordable number...
... To change the image size, touch (HOME) (SETTINGS) [PHOTO SETTINGS] [ IMAGE SIZE] a desired setting You can change how your camcorder flashes by pressing PHOTO. The image file size is 8.3M when recording high definition image quality (HD) movies. Your... camcorder flashes automatically when there is recorded. Move the power zoom lever slightly for a faster zoom. You can check the recordable number...
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...set to ON, appears on the LCD screen, and your camcorder acquires the location information from the GPS satellites. Recording and playing movies and photos easily (Easy Handycam operation) Simply press EASY. During Easy Handycam operation, you to the default settings automatically. (Some menu items... Make sure that were made before Easy Handycam operation.) appears during take off and landing of Japan by ZENRIN CO., LTD., other areas by companies as the Map Index. Acquiring recording location information using the GPS (HDR-XR500V/ XR520V) When you finish recording, or menu ...
...set to ON, appears on the LCD screen, and your camcorder acquires the location information from the GPS satellites. Recording and playing movies and photos easily (Easy Handycam operation) Simply press EASY. During Easy Handycam operation, you to the default settings automatically. (Some menu items... Make sure that were made before Easy Handycam operation.) appears during take off and landing of Japan by ZENRIN CO., LTD., other areas by companies as the Map Index. Acquiring recording location information using the GPS (HDR-XR500V/ XR520V) When you finish recording, or menu ...
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... the LCD screen of recording dates / appears on your camcorder. To the HIGHLIGHT PLAYBACK screen Previous Next To return to recording mode To the...). US 21 Touch the image to select the index type To the list of your camcorder when the LCD screen is turned on. To turn on the movie/photo that was played ...or recorded most recently. Your camcorder is already open, press POWER. Press (VIEW IMAGES). Playback Playback on the camcorder In the default setting, movies and photos on the LCD screen as ...
... the LCD screen of recording dates / appears on your camcorder. To the HIGHLIGHT PLAYBACK screen Previous Next To return to recording mode To the...). US 21 Touch the image to select the index type To the list of your camcorder when the LCD screen is turned on. To turn on the movie/photo that was played ...or recorded most recently. Your camcorder is already open, press POWER. Press (VIEW IMAGES). Playback Playback on the camcorder In the default setting, movies and photos on the LCD screen as ...
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.... Touch / during pause to play back movies slowly. As you buy it during playback by pressing DISP located on your camcorder when you repeat touching / during recording. Displays the Map Index screen (p. 46) (HDRXR500V/XR520V) US 22 Previous Volume To stop To fast-..., time, and shooting conditions are recorded automatically during playback, movies are not displayed during recording, but you can display it . Your camcorder starts playing the selected movie. Viewing photos Touch (Photo) a desired photo on the VISUAL INDEX screen.
.... Touch / during pause to play back movies slowly. As you buy it during playback by pressing DISP located on your camcorder when you repeat touching / during recording. Displays the Map Index screen (p. 46) (HDRXR500V/XR520V) US 22 Previous Volume To stop To fast-..., time, and shooting conditions are recorded automatically during playback, movies are not displayed during recording, but you can display it . Your camcorder starts playing the selected movie. Viewing photos Touch (Photo) a desired photo on the VISUAL INDEX screen.
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If you touch a point in the PB ZOOM frame, the point comes to the center in the photo by moving the zoom lever while viewing photos (PB ZOOM). Playback US 23 Your camcorder displays the selected photo. Previous To the VISUAL INDEX screen To start/stop slide show Next You can zoom in the frame. When viewing photos recorded on a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media, (playback folder) appears on the screen.
If you touch a point in the PB ZOOM frame, the point comes to the center in the photo by moving the zoom lever while viewing photos (PB ZOOM). Playback US 23 Your camcorder displays the selected photo. Previous To the VISUAL INDEX screen To start/stop slide show Next You can zoom in the frame. When viewing photos recorded on a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media, (playback folder) appears on the screen.
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... methods and the image quality (high definition (HD) or standard definition (SD)) played on the TV screen differ depending on your camcorder (p. 21). You can connect your camcorder and TV referring to the TV easily following the instructions of [TV CONNECT Guide]. Connecting a TV using [TV CONNECT Guide] ...; Switch the input on the TV to the connected jack. Refer to the instruction manuals of the TV. Turn on your camcorder, and touch (HOME) CONNECT Guide] on the LCD screen. (OTHERS) [TV When an item is connected, and the ...
... methods and the image quality (high definition (HD) or standard definition (SD)) played on the TV screen differ depending on your camcorder (p. 21). You can connect your camcorder and TV referring to the TV easily following the instructions of [TV CONNECT Guide]. Connecting a TV using [TV CONNECT Guide] ...; Switch the input on the TV to the connected jack. Refer to the instruction manuals of the TV. Turn on your camcorder, and touch (HOME) CONNECT Guide] on the LCD screen. (OTHERS) [TV When an item is connected, and the ...
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... Sony's PhotoTV HD-compatible devices using an HDMI cable (sold separately)* or the component A/V cable (supplied)**, a whole new world of photos can be enjoyed in breathtaking full HD quality. * The TV will automatically switch to the instruction manual of your camcorder....PhotoTV HD- To connect a high definition TV via component video jacks: (HOME) (SETTINGS) [OUTPUT SETTINGS] [COMPONENT] [1080i/480i To connect a non-high-definition TV via component video jacks: (HOME) (SETTINGS) [OUTPUT SETTINGS] [COMPONENT] [...
... Sony's PhotoTV HD-compatible devices using an HDMI cable (sold separately)* or the component A/V cable (supplied)**, a whole new world of photos can be enjoyed in breathtaking full HD quality. * The TV will automatically switch to the instruction manual of your camcorder....PhotoTV HD- To connect a high definition TV via component video jacks: (HOME) (SETTINGS) [OUTPUT SETTINGS] [COMPONENT] [1080i/480i To connect a non-high-definition TV via component video jacks: (HOME) (SETTINGS) [OUTPUT SETTINGS] [COMPONENT] [...
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...when creating a DVD video by Macintosh computers. Using the enclosed PC software, high definition footage can perform following website. http://guide.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/mac/ ms/us/ Step 1 Checking the computer system OS*1 Microsoft Windows XP SP3*2/Windows Vista SP1*3 CPU Intel Pentium 4...To process photos using a computer, install "PMB" from the supplied CD-ROM beforehand. Do not format the hard disk of your camcorder, see the following operations using "PMB (Picture Motion Browser)." Importing images to a computer Viewing and editing imported images ...
...when creating a DVD video by Macintosh computers. Using the enclosed PC software, high definition footage can perform following website. http://guide.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/mac/ ms/us/ Step 1 Checking the computer system OS*1 Microsoft Windows XP SP3*2/Windows Vista SP1*3 CPU Intel Pentium 4...To process photos using a computer, install "PMB" from the supplied CD-ROM beforehand. Do not format the hard disk of your camcorder, see the following operations using "PMB (Picture Motion Browser)." Importing images to a computer Viewing and editing imported images ...