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... and found to comply with the limits for the FCC related matters only. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-CX550V Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. CAUTION You are designed to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and ... the user is subject to Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-XR550V Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. For the customers in a particular installation. The UL Mark on a circuit different from that may not cause harmful...
... and found to comply with the limits for the FCC related matters only. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-CX550V Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. CAUTION You are designed to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and ... the user is subject to Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-XR550V Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. For the customers in a particular installation. The UL Mark on a circuit different from that may not cause harmful...
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... and landing of California , USA only Perchlorate Material - These points are operational for the memory card you can use . For the State of an airplane (HDR-CX550V/XR550V).
... and landing of California , USA only Perchlorate Material - These points are operational for the memory card you can use . For the State of an airplane (HDR-CX550V/XR550V).
Operating Instructions
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...; removing the battery pack or AC Adaptor from shock by the camcorder may be stopped. US 11 Notes on the camcorder in very loud areas (HDR-XR550/XR550V). Otherwise, the recording media may be damaged, recorded images may be impossible to the camcorder when the (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (p. 24) or... the access lamp (p. 23) are lit or flashing When using the camcorder at high altitudes (HDR-XR550/XR550V) Do not turn on use Do not do not crash the camcorder against an object. Do not use your camcorder. On ...
...; removing the battery pack or AC Adaptor from shock by the camcorder may be stopped. US 11 Notes on the camcorder in very loud areas (HDR-XR550/XR550V). Otherwise, the recording media may be damaged, recorded images may be impossible to the camcorder when the (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (p. 24) or... the access lamp (p. 23) are lit or flashing When using the camcorder at high altitudes (HDR-XR550/XR550V) Do not turn on use Do not do not crash the camcorder against an object. Do not use your camcorder. On ...
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... Dubbing or copying movies and photos from the internal recording media to memory card 23 Recording/Playback Recording 24 Acquiring location information using the GPS (HDR-CX550V/XR550V 28 Adjusting for shooting conditions 29 Playback on the camcorder 30 Playing images on a TV 33 Making good use of your camcorder Deleting movies...
... Dubbing or copying movies and photos from the internal recording media to memory card 23 Recording/Playback Recording 24 Acquiring location information using the GPS (HDR-CX550V/XR550V 28 Adjusting for shooting conditions 29 Playback on the camcorder 30 Playing images on a TV 33 Making good use of your camcorder Deleting movies...
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Getting started Step 1: Charging the battery pack HDR-CX550/CX550V Getting started Battery pack AC Adaptor DC IN jack /CHG (flash/charge) lamp DC plug Power cord (Mains lead) To the wall outlet (wall socket) HDR-XR550/XR550V Battery pack AC Adaptor DC IN jack /CHG (flash/charge) lamp DC plug Power cord (Mains lead) To the wall outlet (wall socket) US 15
Getting started Step 1: Charging the battery pack HDR-CX550/CX550V Getting started Battery pack AC Adaptor DC IN jack /CHG (flash/charge) lamp DC plug Power cord (Mains lead) To the wall outlet (wall socket) HDR-XR550/XR550V Battery pack AC Adaptor DC IN jack /CHG (flash/charge) lamp DC plug Power cord (Mains lead) To the wall outlet (wall socket) US 15
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... status of the camcorder, make sure that the viewfinder is not turned off the operation beeps by pressing POWER. In this case, set to [OFF] (HDR-CX550V/XR550V). To turn off . If the viewfinder is turned Tips You can turn off your camcorder. To display the date and time, touch...
... status of the camcorder, make sure that the viewfinder is not turned off the operation beeps by pressing POWER. In this case, set to [OFF] (HDR-CX550V/XR550V). To turn off . If the viewfinder is turned Tips You can turn off your camcorder. To display the date and time, touch...
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.../CX550V * Internal memory Memory card HDR-XR550/XR550V * Internal hard Memory disk card * In the default setting, both movies and photos are displayed on this recording media. The [MOVIE MEDIA SET] screen appears. &#...
.../CX550V * Internal memory Memory card HDR-XR550/XR550V * Internal hard Memory disk card * In the default setting, both movies and photos are displayed on this recording media. The [MOVIE MEDIA SET] screen appears. &#...
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... camcorder is turned on and the lens cover is already open, press POWER (p. 18). You can switch recording modes by pressing MODE. HDR-CX550/CX550V: Internal memory HDR-XR550/XR550V: Internal hard disk Tips To change the recording media, see page 21. 1 Fasten the grip belt. 2 Open the LCD screen of...
... camcorder is turned on and the lens cover is already open, press POWER (p. 18). You can switch recording modes by pressing MODE. HDR-CX550/CX550V: Internal memory HDR-XR550/XR550V: Internal hard disk Tips To change the recording media, see page 21. 1 Fasten the grip belt. 2 Open the LCD screen of...
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... recording. They are not displayed during playback. Data code during recording The recording date, time and condition , and coordinates (HDR-CX550V/XR550V) are recorded automatically on the following recording media. HDR-CX550/CX550V: Internal memory HDR-XR550/XR550V: Internal hard disk Tips To change the recording media, see page 21. Press MODE to...
... recording. They are not displayed during playback. Data code during recording The recording date, time and condition , and coordinates (HDR-CX550V/XR550V) are recorded automatically on the following recording media. HDR-CX550/CX550V: Internal memory HDR-XR550/XR550V: Internal hard disk Tips To change the recording media, see page 21. Press MODE to...
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... circular spots appear on your computer (p. 39) and connect the computer to the lens. Acquiring the location information enables you record photos using the GPS (HDR-CX550V/XR550V) When you set When the camcorder is moved for about 30 days or more When the date and time of Japan by...
... circular spots appear on your computer (p. 39) and connect the computer to the lens. Acquiring the location information enables you record photos using the GPS (HDR-CX550V/XR550V) When you set When the camcorder is moved for about 30 days or more When the date and time of Japan by...
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... is already open, press POWER (p.18). 2 Press (VIEW IMAGES). Touch the (Photo) () a desired photo () to view a photo. Movies are played. HDR-CX550/CX550V: Internal memory HDR-XR550/XR550V: Internal hard disk Tips To change the recording media, see page 21. 1 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder when the...
... is already open, press POWER (p.18). 2 Press (VIEW IMAGES). Touch the (Photo) () a desired photo () to view a photo. Movies are played. HDR-CX550/CX550V: Internal memory HDR-XR550/XR550V: Internal hard disk Tips To change the recording media, see page 21. 1 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder when the...
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... VISUAL INDEX by touching (MENU) [Show others ] [PLAYBACK SET] (under [PLAYBACK] category). The recording date, time, and shooting conditions , and coordinates (HDR-CX550V/XR550V) are recorded automatically during recording. US 31 If you touch the movie or photo with , you can display it during recording, but you can...
... VISUAL INDEX by touching (MENU) [Show others ] [PLAYBACK SET] (under [PLAYBACK] category). The recording date, time, and shooting conditions , and coordinates (HDR-CX550V/XR550V) are recorded automatically during recording. US 31 If you touch the movie or photo with , you can display it during recording, but you can...
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..." or other software, or to open web sites. Other icons may appear. No icon may need to start those functions. HDR-CX550/CX550V : [ USB CONNECT] (internal memory) HDR-XR550/XR550V: [ USB CONNECT] (internal hard disk) The displayed recording media differ depending on the model. If the [USB SELECT] screen does...
..." or other software, or to open web sites. Other icons may appear. No icon may need to start those functions. HDR-CX550/CX550V : [ USB CONNECT] (internal memory) HDR-XR550/XR550V: [ USB CONNECT] (internal hard disk) The displayed recording media differ depending on the model. If the [USB SELECT] screen does...
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... AVCHD disc (high definition image quality (HD)) Saving images with [Settings]. Notes The Date Index and Map Index (HDR-CX550V/ XR550V) of photos cannot be displayed. If your camcorder does not recognize the external media, try the following operations. Reconnect the...without copying.] in step 5 above. Select the method that suits your camcorder are described here. AVCHD format compatible device Player Sony Blu-ray disc player PlayStation3, etc. To play back the high definition image quality (HD) movies on your computer ...
... AVCHD disc (high definition image quality (HD)) Saving images with [Settings]. Notes The Date Index and Map Index (HDR-CX550V/ XR550V) of photos cannot be displayed. If your camcorder does not recognize the external media, try the following operations. Reconnect the...without copying.] in step 5 above. Select the method that suits your camcorder are described here. AVCHD format compatible device Player Sony Blu-ray disc player PlayStation3, etc. To play back the high definition image quality (HD) movies on your computer ...
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... cable with an external device US 57 Saving images with S VIDEO (sold separately). Connect your camcorder. To record the date/time, coordinates (HDR- CX550V/XR550V), or camera settings data, touch (MENU) [Show others ] [OUTPUT SETTINGS] (under [GENERAL SET] category) [DISP OUTPUT] [LCD PANEL] (the default...
... cable with an external device US 57 Saving images with S VIDEO (sold separately). Connect your camcorder. To record the date/time, coordinates (HDR- CX550V/XR550V), or camera settings data, touch (MENU) [Show others ] [OUTPUT SETTINGS] (under [GENERAL SET] category) [DISP OUTPUT] [LCD PANEL] (the default...
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... FOR HDMI Sets whether or not the TV's Remote Commander is to be used when the camcorder is to be used or not. *1 HDR-CX550V/XR550V *2 HDR-CX550/CX550V *3 HDR-XR550/XR550V US 64 Sets whether the camcorder adjusts the clock automatically by acquiring the current location information from GPS or not. DROP SENSOR*3 Activates or...
... FOR HDMI Sets whether or not the TV's Remote Commander is to be used when the camcorder is to be used or not. *1 HDR-CX550V/XR550V *2 HDR-CX550/CX550V *3 HDR-XR550/XR550V US 64 Sets whether the camcorder adjusts the clock automatically by acquiring the current location information from GPS or not. DROP SENSOR*3 Activates or...
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... Insert the battery case back into the slit to pull out the battery case. Place a new battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Note on disposal/transfer of memory card Even if you delete data in the memory card or format the ... dispose of the Wireless Remote Commander While pressing on a computer. Use of fire or explosion. HDR-CX550: approximately 63.6 GB HDR-CX550V: approximately 62.8 GB HDR-XR550: approximately 239 GB HDR-XR550V: approximately 238 GB Viewfinder: Electronic viewfinder: color Image device: 6.3 mm (1/2.88 type) CMOS sensor Recording pixels...
... Insert the battery case back into the slit to pull out the battery case. Place a new battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Note on disposal/transfer of memory card Even if you delete data in the memory card or format the ... dispose of the Wireless Remote Commander While pressing on a computer. Use of fire or explosion. HDR-CX550: approximately 63.6 GB HDR-CX550V: approximately 62.8 GB HDR-XR550: approximately 239 GB HDR-XR550V: approximately 238 GB Viewfinder: Electronic viewfinder: color Image device: 6.3 mm (1/2.88 type) CMOS sensor Recording pixels...
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...g (15 oz) main unit only 490 g (1 lb 1 oz) including the supplied rechargeable battery pack HDR-XR550: 500 g (1 lb 1 oz) main unit only 550 g (1 lb 3 oz) including the supplied rechargeable battery pack HDR-XR550V: 510 g (1 lb 2 oz) main unit only 570 g (1 lb 4 oz) including the supplied... the projecting parts Mass (approx.): 170 g (6.0 oz) excluding the power cord (mains lead) * See the label on ) *1 The unique pixel array of Sony's ClearVid and the image processing system (BIONZ) allow still image resolution equivalent to the sizes described. *2 [ STEADYSHOT] is set to [STANDARD] or [OFF]. ...
...g (15 oz) main unit only 490 g (1 lb 1 oz) including the supplied rechargeable battery pack HDR-XR550: 500 g (1 lb 1 oz) main unit only 550 g (1 lb 3 oz) including the supplied rechargeable battery pack HDR-XR550V: 510 g (1 lb 2 oz) main unit only 570 g (1 lb 4 oz) including the supplied... the projecting parts Mass (approx.): 170 g (6.0 oz) excluding the power cord (mains lead) * See the label on ) *1 The unique pixel array of Sony's ClearVid and the image processing system (BIONZ) allow still image resolution equivalent to the sizes described. *2 [ STEADYSHOT] is set to [STANDARD] or [OFF]. ...
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... image quality (HD) in h (hour) and m (minute) Recording mode [HD FX] [HD FH] [HD HQ] [HD LP] (5.1 ch)* [HD LP] (2 ch)* Recording time HDR-XR550 HDR-XR550V 23 h 22 h 50 m 29 h 20 m 29 h 10 m 59 h 30 m 59 h 20 m 96 h 30 m 96 h 10 m 101 h 20 m 101 h Standard... definition image quality (STD) in h (hour) and m (minute) Recording mode [STD HQ] (5.1 ch)* [STD HQ] (2 ch)* Recording time HDR-XR550 HDR-XR550V 59 h 40 m 59 h 20 m 61 h 20 m 61 h 10 m * You can change the recording sound format with [AUDIO MODE] (p. 61). The number in ...
... image quality (HD) in h (hour) and m (minute) Recording mode [HD FX] [HD FH] [HD HQ] [HD LP] (5.1 ch)* [HD LP] (2 ch)* Recording time HDR-XR550 HDR-XR550V 23 h 22 h 50 m 29 h 20 m 29 h 10 m 59 h 30 m 59 h 20 m 96 h 30 m 96 h 10 m 101 h 20 m 101 h Standard... definition image quality (STD) in h (hour) and m (minute) Recording mode [STD HQ] (5.1 ch)* [STD HQ] (2 ch)* Recording time HDR-XR550 HDR-XR550V 59 h 40 m 59 h 20 m 61 h 20 m 61 h 10 m * You can change the recording sound format with [AUDIO MODE] (p. 61). The number in ...
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... is approximately 13 hours. If you want to record up to the maximum recording time indicated in h (hour) and m (minute) Recording mode Recording time HDR-XR550 HDR-XR550V [STD HQ] (5.1ch)* 59 h 40 m 59 h 20 m [STD HQ] (2ch)* 61 h 20 m 61 h 10 m * You can change the ...STD HQ] (5.1ch)* 15 h 50 m 15 h 35 m [STD HQ] (2ch)* 16 h 15 m 16 h 5 m Internal hard disk HDR-XR550/XR550V High definition image quality (HD) in h (hour) and m (minute) Recording mode Recording time HDR-XR550 HDR-XR550V [HD FX] [HD FH] [HD HQ] [HD LP] (5.1ch)* [HD LP] (2ch)* 23 h 29 h 20 m 59 h 30 ...
... is approximately 13 hours. If you want to record up to the maximum recording time indicated in h (hour) and m (minute) Recording mode Recording time HDR-XR550 HDR-XR550V [STD HQ] (5.1ch)* 59 h 40 m 59 h 20 m [STD HQ] (2ch)* 61 h 20 m 61 h 10 m * You can change the ...STD HQ] (5.1ch)* 15 h 50 m 15 h 35 m [STD HQ] (2ch)* 16 h 15 m 16 h 5 m Internal hard disk HDR-XR550/XR550V High definition image quality (HD) in h (hour) and m (minute) Recording mode Recording time HDR-XR550 HDR-XR550V [HD FX] [HD FH] [HD HQ] [HD LP] (5.1ch)* [HD LP] (2ch)* 23 h 29 h 20 m 59 h 30 ...
