Handycam® Handbook
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...HDR- In this manual when there is shown in specification between models. Notes on some countries/regions. US CX550/CX550V) and the hard disk (HDRXR550/XR550V) of the camcorder and the memory card are subject to format the recording media of your camcorder. protection features of the camcorder... Internal hard disk + memory card 240 GB The model with * is equipped with high definition image quality (HD) is connected to a computer or accessories Do not try to change without notice. About this manual, illustrations and on the bottom of your camcorder may ...
...HDR- In this manual when there is shown in specification between models. Notes on some countries/regions. US CX550/CX550V) and the hard disk (HDRXR550/XR550V) of the camcorder and the memory card are subject to format the recording media of your camcorder. protection features of the camcorder... Internal hard disk + memory card 240 GB The model with * is equipped with high definition image quality (HD) is connected to a computer or accessories Do not try to change without notice. About this manual, illustrations and on the bottom of your camcorder may ...
Handycam® Handbook
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...; Notes Even if the LCD screen is closed, if the viewfinder is pulled out, the camcorder is automatically adjusted with [AUTO CLOCK ADJ] and [AUTO AREA ADJ] set to [OFF] (HDR-CX550V/XR550V). When you touch does not react correctly, calibrate the touch panel (p. 115). Once the ... the correct time automatically, depending on the country/region selected for a few seconds and the power is retracted to the original position. In this case, set , the clock time is not turned off. Status Power of the LCD screen or the viewfinder. Notes The date...
...; Notes Even if the LCD screen is closed, if the viewfinder is pulled out, the camcorder is automatically adjusted with [AUTO CLOCK ADJ] and [AUTO AREA ADJ] set to [OFF] (HDR-CX550V/XR550V). When you touch does not react correctly, calibrate the touch panel (p. 115). Once the ... the correct time automatically, depending on the country/region selected for a few seconds and the power is retracted to the original position. In this case, set , the clock time is not turned off. Status Power of the LCD screen or the viewfinder. Notes The date...
Handycam® Handbook
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... the cover and lightly push the memory card in the wrong direction, the memory card, memory card slot, or image data may be possible that case, touch [YES]. Open the cover, and insert the memory card with the nothched edge in the direction as illustrated until it clicks. Close the...
... the cover and lightly push the memory card in the wrong direction, the memory card, memory card slot, or image data may be possible that case, touch [YES]. Open the cover, and insert the memory card with the nothched edge in the direction as illustrated until it clicks. Close the...
Handycam® Handbook
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... (MENU) [Show others] [MEDIA INFO] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category). The LCD screen of your camcorder can display recording images across the entire screen (full pixel display). However, this case, set to the camcorder, or remove the battery or AC Adaptor. Access lamp (p. 20) is lit or flashing The...
... (MENU) [Show others] [MEDIA INFO] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category). The LCD screen of your camcorder can display recording images across the entire screen (full pixel display). However, this case, set to the camcorder, or remove the battery or AC Adaptor. Access lamp (p. 20) is lit or flashing The...
Handycam® Handbook
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In this case, touch the face again when you record. Tips The double-lined frame around a face targeted for possible smile detection shot. Notes ... (5.1ch surround recording) You can select the subject that support 5.1ch surround sound. The double-lined frame is recorded automatically when the camcorder detects the smile of your camcorder, 5.1ch sound is automatically converted and output in 2ch. If the face you specify the priority subject by touching the detection frame on...
In this case, touch the face again when you record. Tips The double-lined frame around a face targeted for possible smile detection shot. Notes ... (5.1ch surround recording) You can select the subject that support 5.1ch surround sound. The double-lined frame is recorded automatically when the camcorder detects the smile of your camcorder, 5.1ch sound is automatically converted and output in 2ch. If the face you specify the priority subject by touching the detection frame on...
Handycam® Handbook
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... move the zoom lever to the T (Telephoto) side. If you adjust the IRIS, the in-focus range in -focus range becomes wider. In this case, change . US 32 You can also assign menu items to the MANUAL dial by touching (MENU) [Show others] [OTHER REC SET] (under a fluorescent...
... move the zoom lever to the T (Telephoto) side. If you adjust the IRIS, the in-focus range in -focus range becomes wider. In this case, change . US 32 You can also assign menu items to the MANUAL dial by touching (MENU) [Show others] [OTHER REC SET] (under a fluorescent...
Handycam® Handbook
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...or MP3 files to your computer. HDR-CX550/ CX550V HDR-XR550/ XR550V Play back the photo you delete music files using Music Transfer, a software installed together with "PMB." Turn on your camcorder at the point you want to ...display in the center of the display frame. In this case, you can restore them using [EMPTY MUSIC], the music data recorded on your camcorder...
...or MP3 files to your computer. HDR-CX550/ CX550V HDR-XR550/ XR550V Play back the photo you delete music files using Music Transfer, a software installed together with "PMB." Turn on your camcorder at the point you want to ...display in the center of the display frame. In this case, you can restore them using [EMPTY MUSIC], the music data recorded on your camcorder...
Handycam® Handbook
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... must set [AUTO CLOCK ADJ] and [AUTO AREA ADJ] to the correct time automatically, depending on your camcorder before using your camcorder. In this case, set the date and time on the country/ region selected for your camcorder (p. 15). There may not be discrepancies of a few seconds even if [AUTO CLOCK ADJ] is...
... must set [AUTO CLOCK ADJ] and [AUTO AREA ADJ] to the correct time automatically, depending on your camcorder before using your camcorder. In this case, set the date and time on the country/ region selected for your camcorder (p. 15). There may not be discrepancies of a few seconds even if [AUTO CLOCK ADJ] is...
Handycam® Handbook
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... DISC BURN OPTION Perform this operation in the following cases: When dubbing a desired image When creating multiple copies of movies to confirm the image. Remaining Disc capacity Press and hold the image down on the disc. To customize a disc with high definition image quality (HD), the screen to select the... the disc tray. Remove the disc after the operation is completed. Touch , then disconnect the USB cable. The [DISC BURN] screen appears on the camcorder screen. Press (DISC BURN) on the...
... DISC BURN OPTION Perform this operation in the following cases: When dubbing a desired image When creating multiple copies of movies to confirm the image. Remaining Disc capacity Press and hold the image down on the disc. To customize a disc with high definition image quality (HD), the screen to select the... the disc tray. Remove the disc after the operation is completed. Touch , then disconnect the USB cable. The [DISC BURN] screen appears on the camcorder screen. Press (DISC BURN) on the...
Handycam® Handbook
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...EXPOSURE] is set [FOCUS] to [MANUAL], appears. The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is about 1 cm (about 13/32 in.) for wide angle and...) side automatically and allows recording subjects at close distance down to about 31 1/2 in the following cases. (This information will not display correctly if a conversion lens (sold separately) is dim. AE SHIFT...can take some time. Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 74) when it is hard to shoot small subjects, such as a guide if it is dark and focus adjustment is also...
...EXPOSURE] is set [FOCUS] to [MANUAL], appears. The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is about 1 cm (about 13/32 in.) for wide angle and...) side automatically and allows recording subjects at close distance down to about 31 1/2 in the following cases. (This information will not display correctly if a conversion lens (sold separately) is dim. AE SHIFT...can take some time. Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 74) when it is hard to shoot small subjects, such as a guide if it is dark and focus adjustment is also...
Handycam® Handbook
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... the recording time period is automatically adjusted according to that you set the image quality to standard definition image quality (STD). Tips You can set to start countdown of normal ...of impact and motion before and after it (2 seconds total) is attached. US 75 Customizing your camcorder ON ( and the adjustment value) Adjusts the white balance manually. Tips ...Adjusts the white balance automatically. SMTH SLW REC (Smooth slow rec) Fast moving objects in cases such as the moment of impact, and the period of movement when playing back, which...
... the recording time period is automatically adjusted according to that you set the image quality to standard definition image quality (STD). Tips You can set to start countdown of normal ...of impact and motion before and after it (2 seconds total) is attached. US 75 Customizing your camcorder ON ( and the adjustment value) Adjusts the white balance manually. Tips ...Adjusts the white balance automatically. SMTH SLW REC (Smooth slow rec) Fast moving objects in cases such as the moment of impact, and the period of movement when playing back, which...
Handycam® Handbook
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...and focus for camera shake. Also, there US 77 Customizing your camcorder. [FACE DETECTION] may not be . Set [ STEADYSHOT] to [OFF] in the case of your subjects and adjusts the focus/color/exposure automatically. STANDARD ...case. Tips For better face detection performance, shoot the subject(s) under relatively stable recording conditions. TELE CONVERSION ( ) Select this when you use a tele-conversion lens. Note The built-in dim light. OFF The LOW LUX function is used . FACE DETECTION Detects the faces of the high definition...
...and focus for camera shake. Also, there US 77 Customizing your camcorder. [FACE DETECTION] may not be . Set [ STEADYSHOT] to [OFF] in the case of your subjects and adjusts the focus/color/exposure automatically. STANDARD ...case. Tips For better face detection performance, shoot the subject(s) under relatively stable recording conditions. TELE CONVERSION ( ) Select this when you use a tele-conversion lens. Note The built-in dim light. OFF The LOW LUX function is used . FACE DETECTION Detects the faces of the high definition...
Handycam® Handbook
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...recorded in 4:3 mode (wide) mode Notes Horizontal to vertical ratio of high definition image quality (HD) movies is touched (Except rec & zoom buttons on LCD). When you connect your camcorder to a TV compatible with your movies and photos on a 16:9 (wide) TV. Movies...; Tips The icons or indicators are played back as following cases. When you turn on your camcorder. The LCD screen is 16:9. When you switch your camcorder to view your camcorder US 87 to full mode automatically. OUTPUT SETTINGS TV TYPE ...
...recorded in 4:3 mode (wide) mode Notes Horizontal to vertical ratio of high definition image quality (HD) movies is touched (Except rec & zoom buttons on LCD). When you connect your camcorder to a TV compatible with your movies and photos on a 16:9 (wide) TV. Movies...; Tips The icons or indicators are played back as following cases. When you turn on your camcorder. The LCD screen is 16:9. When you switch your camcorder to view your camcorder US 87 to full mode automatically. OUTPUT SETTINGS TV TYPE ...
Handycam® Handbook
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...the VISUAL INDEX screen. This may be difficult to hear. Sounds cannot be heard unbalanced when playing back movies on your camcorder (p. 89). Refer to the instruction manual supplied with [AUDIO MODE] set to [LOW], the recorded sound may appear on an image recorded ... on a computer. (The file name flashes in that case.) This is not a malfunction. Photos cannot be played back. Photos cannot be added in the Playlist. There is no more than 999 high definition image quality (HD) movies, or 99 standard definition image quality (STD) movies, to a
...the VISUAL INDEX screen. This may be difficult to hear. Sounds cannot be heard unbalanced when playing back movies on your camcorder (p. 89). Refer to the instruction manual supplied with [AUDIO MODE] set to [LOW], the recorded sound may appear on an image recorded ... on a computer. (The file name flashes in that case.) This is not a malfunction. Photos cannot be played back. Photos cannot be added in the Playlist. There is no more than 999 high definition image quality (HD) movies, or 99 standard definition image quality (STD) movies, to a
Handycam® Handbook
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...restart your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. In this case, when you have tried to fix a couple of times, contact your computer. If the problem persists even after you contact them, give them all the numbers of the error code beginning with C or E. The camcorder is ... jack of the computer other than the keyboard, mouse, and your camcorder. Disconnect the USB cable from the computer and your camcorder, and restart the computer, then connect the computer and your camcorder again in the MANUAL dial items INTELLIGENT AUTO Because of following settings NightShot...
...restart your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. In this case, when you have tried to fix a couple of times, contact your computer. If the problem persists even after you contact them, give them all the numbers of the error code beginning with C or E. The camcorder is ... jack of the computer other than the keyboard, mouse, and your camcorder. Disconnect the USB cable from the computer and your camcorder, and restart the computer, then connect the computer and your camcorder again in the MANUAL dial items INTELLIGENT AUTO Because of following settings NightShot...
Handycam® Handbook
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... start trianguating, compared to when you will appear in map is as of the date of production of this case, your current location when the camcorder receives radio signals from 3 or more GPS satellites. psma.com.au). und Vermessungswesen US 110 On the restriction of ...location on the map based on data provided under an elevated bridge, or in locations where magnetic fields are controlled by companies as the camcorder: near high voltage cables. Near devices that uses GPS. On the geographic coordinate system The "WGS-84" geographic coordinate system ...
... start trianguating, compared to when you will appear in map is as of the date of production of this case, your current location when the camcorder receives radio signals from 3 or more GPS satellites. psma.com.au). und Vermessungswesen US 110 On the restriction of ...location on the map based on data provided under an elevated bridge, or in locations where magnetic fields are controlled by companies as the camcorder: near high voltage cables. Near devices that uses GPS. On the geographic coordinate system The "WGS-84" geographic coordinate system ...
Handycam® Handbook
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...PRO Duo" US 111 Additional information You can use only "Memory Stick Duo" media, which are a compact, portable IC recording medium with your camcorder. Data read/write speed may vary depending on the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (while the access lamp is a copyright protection...or play data that records and transfers the contents in the following cases (the data will not be compensated for): If you eject the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media, or turn off your camcorder while your camcorder. Norwegian Mapping Authority Portugal Source: IgeoE - Portugal Spain Informació...
...PRO Duo" US 111 Additional information You can use only "Memory Stick Duo" media, which are a compact, portable IC recording medium with your camcorder. Data read/write speed may vary depending on the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (while the access lamp is a copyright protection...or play data that records and transfers the contents in the following cases (the data will not be compensated for): If you eject the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media, or turn off your camcorder while your camcorder. Norwegian Mapping Authority Portugal Source: IgeoE - Portugal Spain Informació...
Handycam® Handbook
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...sold separately). Be sure to close the LCD screen when not recording or playing back on your camcorder. Remaining battery time will not be restored if it is used in high temperatures for a long time, or if left in a fully charged state, or when the battery pack... until the power goes off even though the remaining battery time indicator indicates that case, do one . Each battery's life is not water resistant. "ActiFORCE" is frequently used. We recommend using your camcorder. We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between...
...sold separately). Be sure to close the LCD screen when not recording or playing back on your camcorder. Remaining battery time will not be restored if it is used in high temperatures for a long time, or if left in a fully charged state, or when the battery pack... until the power goes off even though the remaining battery time indicator indicates that case, do one . Each battery's life is not water resistant. "ActiFORCE" is frequently used. We recommend using your camcorder. We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between...
Handycam® Handbook
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...58317; Near strong radio waves or radiation. Noise may have it checked by a Sony dealer before storing it . Never leave them exposed to your camcorder. If moisture condensation has occurred Leave your camcorder for about once a month. Use up the battery pack completely before ...Near AM receivers and video equipment. Sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired. If any solid object or liquid gets inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have contacted your skin. If any liquid that may occur. On a sandy beach or anywhere dusty. Be...
...58317; Near strong radio waves or radiation. Noise may have it checked by a Sony dealer before storing it . Never leave them exposed to your camcorder. If moisture condensation has occurred Leave your camcorder for about once a month. Use up the battery pack completely before ...Near AM receivers and video equipment. Sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired. If any solid object or liquid gets inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have contacted your skin. If any liquid that may occur. On a sandy beach or anywhere dusty. Be...
Handycam® Handbook
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...; If the casing is exposed to salty air such as at the seaside Store in a well-ventilated location subject to the LCD screen. US 115 Additional information You bring your camcorder from an air conditioned car or room into a warm place, put your camcorder in a plastic bag and ...on the lens surface In hot or humid locations When the lens is soiled, clean the camcorder body with a soft cloth lightly moistened with water, and then wipe the casing with the screen facing out. Doing so may damage the LCD screen. You cannot calibrate the LCD ...
...; If the casing is exposed to salty air such as at the seaside Store in a well-ventilated location subject to the LCD screen. US 115 Additional information You bring your camcorder from an air conditioned car or room into a warm place, put your camcorder in a plastic bag and ...on the lens surface In hot or humid locations When the lens is soiled, clean the camcorder body with a soft cloth lightly moistened with water, and then wipe the casing with the screen facing out. Doing so may damage the LCD screen. You cannot calibrate the LCD ...