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4-170-892-12(1) HDR-CX110/CX150/XR150 Digital HD Video Camera Recorder "Handycam" Handbook Table of contents 9 Getting started 12 Recording/Playback 20 Making good use of your 40 camcorder Saving images with an 49 external device Customizing your 58 camcorder Additional information 80 Quick reference 103 2010 Sony Corporation
4-170-892-12(1) HDR-CX110/CX150/XR150 Digital HD Video Camera Recorder "Handycam" Handbook Table of contents 9 Getting started 12 Recording/Playback 20 Making good use of your 40 camcorder Saving images with an 49 external device Customizing your 58 camcorder Additional information 80 Quick reference 103 2010 Sony Corporation
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...high-precision technology, so over 99.99% of the manufacturing process and do not hold the camcorder by the jack covers. On recording To ensure stable operation of the sun only in each local language are operational for illustrating the operating procedures. Take images of the memory...57857; USB cable (1) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV50 (1) CD-ROM "Handycam" Application Software (1) "PMB" (software, including "PMB Help") "Handycam" Handbook (PDF) "Operating Guide" (1) Menu items, LCD panel, and lens A...
...high-precision technology, so over 99.99% of the manufacturing process and do not hold the camcorder by the jack covers. On recording To ensure stable operation of the sun only in each local language are operational for illustrating the operating procedures. Take images of the memory...57857; USB cable (1) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV50 (1) CD-ROM "Handycam" Application Software (1) "PMB" (software, including "PMB Help") "Handycam" Handbook (PDF) "Operating Guide" (1) Menu items, LCD panel, and lens A...
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... the recording media of such materials may not be able to play back images recorded with high definition image quality (HD) on the camcorder with the following devices; Other AVCHD format compatible devices which are not compatible with High Profile Devices which are recorded without warning. To view your recordings on the...
... the recording media of such materials may not be able to play back images recorded with high definition image quality (HD) on the camcorder with the following devices; Other AVCHD format compatible devices which are not compatible with High Profile Devices which are recorded without warning. To view your recordings on the...
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...HDR-XR150) of the camcorder and the memory card are called AVCHD disc. Design and specifications of your camcorder. Confirm the model name on your camcorder and its screen indication are lit or flashing When using a digital still camera, and therefore may appear different from a subject coming into the lens. CX110...or recorded. Images cannot be lost, or other malfunctions could occur. ejecting the memory card when the access lamp (p. 19) is equipped with high definition image quality (HD) is a difference in this manual when there is called "recording ...
...HDR-XR150) of the camcorder and the memory card are called AVCHD disc. Design and specifications of your camcorder. Confirm the model name on your camcorder and its screen indication are lit or flashing When using a digital still camera, and therefore may appear different from a subject coming into the lens. CX110...or recorded. Images cannot be lost, or other malfunctions could occur. ejecting the memory card when the access lamp (p. 19) is equipped with high definition image quality (HD) is a difference in this manual when there is called "recording ...
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... repeatedly, recording/ playback may be recorded. Note on using the camcorder at high altitudes (HDR-XR150) Do not turn on the camcorder in a low-pressure area, where the altitude is activated by dropping, the camcorder has a drop sensor function (p. 79). US On the drop sensor (HDR-XR150) To protect the internal hard disk from...
... repeatedly, recording/ playback may be recorded. Note on using the camcorder at high altitudes (HDR-XR150) Do not turn on the camcorder in a low-pressure area, where the altitude is activated by dropping, the camcorder has a drop sensor function (p. 79). US On the drop sensor (HDR-XR150) To protect the internal hard disk from...
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... Getting started (p. 12) Prepare the power source and memory card. Recording movies and photos (p. 20) Recording movies p. 22 Changing the recording mode (p. 26) Expected recording time (MEDIA INFO, p. 74) Shooting photos p. 24 Playing movies and photos Playback on the camcorder p. 29 Playing images on a TV p. 37...
... Getting started (p. 12) Prepare the power source and memory card. Recording movies and photos (p. 20) Recording movies p. 22 Changing the recording mode (p. 26) Expected recording time (MEDIA INFO, p. 74) Shooting photos p. 24 Playing movies and photos Playback on the camcorder p. 29 Playing images on a TV p. 37...
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...viewer feel tired when viewing them. Advice for successful recording To get good results in recording Stabilizing your camcorder When you hold the camcorder, keep your upper body upright, and hold your arms close to be recorded with narration Consider the sound to your...light, such as you can continue recording without worrying about battery power shortages. Stabilize yourself, move the camcorder. US Using accessories Make good use zooming sparingly. And, use of camcorder accessories. For example, using a tripod, you turn your upper body slowly. Aim for a balanced volume...
...viewer feel tired when viewing them. Advice for successful recording To get good results in recording Stabilizing your camcorder When you hold the camcorder, keep your upper body upright, and hold your arms close to be recorded with narration Consider the sound to your...light, such as you can continue recording without worrying about battery power shortages. Stabilize yourself, move the camcorder. US Using accessories Make good use zooming sparingly. And, use of camcorder accessories. For example, using a tripod, you turn your upper body slowly. Aim for a balanced volume...
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Useful recording techniques Capturing images beautifully without troublesome setting INTELLIGENT AUTO(25) Focusing on the child on the left side of the screen Prioritizing the subject(27) SPOT FOCUS(65) Capturing photos during movie recording Dual Rec(28) Smile Shutter (28) Recording in a dimly-lit room LOW LUX(68) Capturing fireworks, or a sunset in all its splendor FIREWORKS(63) SUNRISE&SUNSET(63) Checking your golf swing SMTH SLW REC(66) US
Useful recording techniques Capturing images beautifully without troublesome setting INTELLIGENT AUTO(25) Focusing on the child on the left side of the screen Prioritizing the subject(27) SPOT FOCUS(65) Capturing photos during movie recording Dual Rec(28) Smile Shutter (28) Recording in a dimly-lit room LOW LUX(68) Capturing fireworks, or a sunset in all its splendor FIREWORKS(63) SUNRISE&SUNSET(63) Checking your golf swing SMTH SLW REC(66) US
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... photos (HDR-CX150/XR150 18 Inserting a memory card 18 Recording/Playback Recording 20 Recording movies 22 Shooting photos 24 Useful functions for recording movies and photos 25 Zooming 25 Recording better images automatically (INTELLIGENT AUTO 25 Selecting high definition image quality... (HD) or standard image quality (STD 26 Selecting the recording mode 26 Prioritizing the subject 27 Capturing smiles automatically (Smile Shutter 28 Recording high quality photos during movie recording (Dual Rec 28 Recording in mirror mode 28 Playback on the camcorder...
... photos (HDR-CX150/XR150 18 Inserting a memory card 18 Recording/Playback Recording 20 Recording movies 22 Shooting photos 24 Useful functions for recording movies and photos 25 Zooming 25 Recording better images automatically (INTELLIGENT AUTO 25 Selecting high definition image quality... (HD) or standard image quality (STD 26 Selecting the recording mode 26 Prioritizing the subject 27 Capturing smiles automatically (Smile Shutter 28 Recording high quality photos during movie recording (Dual Rec 28 Recording in mirror mode 28 Playback on the camcorder...
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... good use of your camcorder Deleting movies and photos 40 Protecting recorded movies and photos (Protect 41 Dividing a movie 42 Capturing a photo from a movie 43 Dubbing/copying movies and photos from the internal recording media to memory card (HDR-CX150/XR150 44 Dubbing movies...the dedicated DVD writer, DVDirect Express 52 Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc with a DVD writer, etc., other than DVDirect Express 55 Creating a standard definition image quality (STD) disc with a recorder, etc 56 Customizing your camcorder Using menus 58 Operating menus 58 Using MY MENU ...
... good use of your camcorder Deleting movies and photos 40 Protecting recorded movies and photos (Protect 41 Dividing a movie 42 Capturing a photo from a movie 43 Dubbing/copying movies and photos from the internal recording media to memory card (HDR-CX150/XR150 44 Dubbing movies...the dedicated DVD writer, DVDirect Express 52 Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc with a DVD writer, etc., other than DVDirect Express 55 Creating a standard definition image quality (STD) disc with a recorder, etc 56 Customizing your camcorder Using menus 58 Operating menus 58 Using MY MENU ...
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... and playback with each battery pack 90 Expected recording time of movies 90 Expected number of recordable photos 92 Using your camcorder abroad 93 Maintenance and precautions 95 About the AVCHD format 95 About the "Memory Stick" media 95 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 97 About x.v.Color 98 About handling of your...
... and playback with each battery pack 90 Expected recording time of movies 90 Expected number of recordable photos 92 Using your camcorder abroad 93 Maintenance and precautions 95 About the AVCHD format 95 About the "Memory Stick" media 95 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 97 About x.v.Color 98 About handling of your...
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Getting started Step 1: Charging the battery pack HDR-CX110/CX150 Battery pack CHG (charge) lamp HDR-XR150 AC Adaptor DC IN jack DC plug Power cord (Mains lead) To the wall outlet (wall socket) Battery pack CHG (charge) lamp US 12 AC Adaptor DC IN jack DC plug Power cord (Mains lead) To the wall outlet (wall socket)
Getting started Step 1: Charging the battery pack HDR-CX110/CX150 Battery pack CHG (charge) lamp HDR-XR150 AC Adaptor DC IN jack DC plug Power cord (Mains lead) To the wall outlet (wall socket) Battery pack CHG (charge) lamp US 12 AC Adaptor DC IN jack DC plug Power cord (Mains lead) To the wall outlet (wall socket)
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... the arrow until it in the direction of remaining battery power with that on the DC IN jack. The CHG (charge) lamp turns off your camcorder by closing the LCD screen. 2 Attach the battery pack by sliding it clicks. 3 Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to ...86 °F) is on recording and playing time. When your camcorder is recommended. Charging time Approximate time (min.) required when you can charge the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (V series) after attaching it to your...
... the arrow until it in the direction of remaining battery power with that on the DC IN jack. The CHG (charge) lamp turns off your camcorder by closing the LCD screen. 2 Attach the battery pack by sliding it clicks. 3 Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to ...86 °F) is on recording and playing time. When your camcorder is recommended. Charging time Approximate time (min.) required when you can charge the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (V series) after attaching it to your...
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...times, with any malfunction occurs while using the AC Adaptor. Even if the battery pack is attached, the battery pack is high. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from your camcorder. In the default setting, the power turns off automatically if you remove the battery pack or disconnect the AC ...Adaptor, close the LCD screen and make sure that the (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (p. 21), the access lamp (p. 19) are turned off. The CHG (charge) lamp flashes ...
...times, with any malfunction occurs while using the AC Adaptor. Even if the battery pack is attached, the battery pack is high. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from your camcorder. In the default setting, the power turns off automatically if you remove the battery pack or disconnect the AC ...Adaptor, close the LCD screen and make sure that the (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (p. 21), the access lamp (p. 19) are turned off. The CHG (charge) lamp flashes ...
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... started Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time 1 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder when the LCD screen is not on the screen, touch / until the item appears. 3 Set [DST SET] or [SUMMERTIME], date and time, then touch . MODE ...
... started Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time 1 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder when the LCD screen is not on the screen, touch / until the item appears. 3 Set [DST SET] or [SUMMERTIME], date and time, then touch . MODE ...
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...the power Close the LCD screen. US 16 To turn off the operation beeps by pressing POWER. The off. (Movie) lamp flashes for a few seconds and the power is set to show messages in a specified language. To display the date and time, touch...[DATE/TIME] . You can be displayed during recording, but they are automatically recorded on -screen displays to [OFF], turn off your camcorder by touching (MENU) [Show others ] [CLOCK/ LANG] (under [GENERAL SET] category) [ LANGUAGE SET] a desired language ...
...the power Close the LCD screen. US 16 To turn off the operation beeps by pressing POWER. The off. (Movie) lamp flashes for a few seconds and the power is set to show messages in a specified language. To display the date and time, touch...[DATE/TIME] . You can be displayed during recording, but they are automatically recorded on -screen displays to [OFF], turn off your camcorder by touching (MENU) [Show others ] [CLOCK/ LANG] (under [GENERAL SET] category) [ LANGUAGE SET] a desired language ...
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... media. Touch [YES] . Selecting the recording media for the number of your camcorder. US 17 HDR-CX110 Memory card HDR-CX150 * Internal memory Memory card HDR-XR150 * Internal hard Memory disk card * In the default setting, both movies and photos are displayed on the screen of recordable ... on the selected medium. Tips See page 90 for the recordable time of movies. See page 92 for movies (HDR-CX150/XR150) Touch (MENU) [Show others] [MEDIA SETTINGS] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category) [MOVIE...
... media. Touch [YES] . Selecting the recording media for the number of your camcorder. US 17 HDR-CX110 Memory card HDR-CX150 * Internal memory Memory card HDR-XR150 * Internal hard Memory disk card * In the default setting, both movies and photos are displayed on the screen of recordable ... on the selected medium. Tips See page 90 for the recordable time of movies. See page 92 for movies (HDR-CX150/XR150) Touch (MENU) [Show others] [MEDIA SETTINGS] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category) [MOVIE...
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... media icon The icon displayed may vary depending on a memory card (HDR-CX150/XR150). Inserting a memory card Notes Set the recording medium to [MEMORY CARD] to operate with this camcorder. In this camcorder. US 18 The recording medium is displayed at the top right corner... to record movies and/or photos on your camcorder. Types of memory card you can use with your camcorder Only "Memory Stick PRO Duo" (Mark2) media, "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media, SD memory cards (Class 4 or faster) and SDHC memory cards (Class 4 or faster) can be ...
... media icon The icon displayed may vary depending on a memory card (HDR-CX150/XR150). Inserting a memory card Notes Set the recording medium to [MEMORY CARD] to operate with this camcorder. In this camcorder. US 18 The recording medium is displayed at the top right corner... to record movies and/or photos on your camcorder. Types of memory card you can use with your camcorder Only "Memory Stick PRO Duo" (Mark2) media, "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media, SD memory cards (Class 4 or faster) and SDHC memory cards (Class 4 or faster) can be ...
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...possible that case, touch [YES]. Getting started Note direction of the memory card. US 19 "Memory Stick PRO Duo"media/"Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo"media (This size can be used only with your camcorder.) "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media can be damaged. Notes ...] [MEDIA FORMAT] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category) [MEMORY CARD] (HDR-CX150/XR150) [YES] [YES] . Access lamp The [Create a new Image Database File.] screen may be used with "Memory Stick PRO" media compatible equipment. Do not attach a label or the...
...possible that case, touch [YES]. Getting started Note direction of the memory card. US 19 "Memory Stick PRO Duo"media/"Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo"media (This size can be used only with your camcorder.) "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media can be damaged. Notes ...] [MEDIA FORMAT] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category) [MEMORY CARD] (HDR-CX150/XR150) [YES] [YES] . Access lamp The [Create a new Image Database File.] screen may be used with "Memory Stick PRO" media compatible equipment. Do not attach a label or the...
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HDR-CX110: Memory card HDR-CX150: Internal memory HDR-XR150: Internal hard disk Tips To change the recording media, see page 17 (HDR-CX150/XR150). Recording/Playback Recording In the default setting, movies are recorded with high definition image quality (HD) on the following media. HDR-CX110/CX150 US 20 To open the lens cover Slide the LENS COVER switch to open. Tips When you finish recording or when you play back images, close the len cover. 1 Fasten the grip belt.
HDR-CX110: Memory card HDR-CX150: Internal memory HDR-XR150: Internal hard disk Tips To change the recording media, see page 17 (HDR-CX150/XR150). Recording/Playback Recording In the default setting, movies are recorded with high definition image quality (HD) on the following media. HDR-CX110/CX150 US 20 To open the lens cover Slide the LENS COVER switch to open. Tips When you finish recording or when you play back images, close the len cover. 1 Fasten the grip belt.