Handycam® Handbook
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..." Handbook You will find information on using your camcorder to its fullest in addition to the page for that is the Help of the supplied "PMB (Picture Motion Browser)" software. Searching for information quickly Click an item on using your camcorder connected to a computer will jump to the Operating Guide (a separate... volume). Information on the right edge of each page, and you will be also found in the Operating Guide and the "PMB Help" that item. Click here. You can print out the "Handycam" Handbook.
..." Handbook You will find information on using your camcorder to its fullest in addition to the page for that is the Help of the supplied "PMB (Picture Motion Browser)" software. Searching for information quickly Click an item on using your camcorder connected to a computer will jump to the Operating Guide (a separate... volume). Information on the right edge of each page, and you will be also found in the Operating Guide and the "PMB Help" that item. Click here. You can print out the "Handycam" Handbook.
Handycam® Handbook
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... for connection. Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV50 (1) CD-ROM "Handycam" Application Software (1) "PMB" (software, including "PMB Help") "Handycam" Handbook (PDF) "Operating Guide" (1) This camcorder has a built-in software application called "PMB Portable" . See page 21 for the memory card you can use . Take images of the...
... for connection. Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV50 (1) CD-ROM "Handycam" Application Software (1) "PMB" (software, including "PMB Help") "Handycam" Handbook (PDF) "Operating Guide" (1) This camcorder has a built-in software application called "PMB Portable" . See page 21 for the memory card you can use . Take images of the...
Handycam® Handbook
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Easy ways to store good memories Saving Computer (50) External media (55) DVD writer (58, 61) Recorder (62) Easy uploading Uploading with a PC when you are out PMB Portable US 9
Easy ways to store good memories Saving Computer (50) External media (55) DVD writer (58, 61) Recorder (62) Easy uploading Uploading with a PC when you are out PMB Portable US 9
Handycam® Handbook
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...you cannot play the music, the music file may be deleted too. To play them using the supplied software "PMB" or "Music Transfer," a software installed together with "PMB." Touch [ Scenario Save] during Highlight Playback. Tips You can select [Highlight ... . Saving Highlight Playback ( Scenario Save) You can restore them with Highlight Playback using Music Transfer, a software installed together with "PMB." After the music file is cleared when the Highlight Playback stops. When you connect the camcorder to erase, then...
...you cannot play the music, the music file may be deleted too. To play them using the supplied software "PMB" or "Music Transfer," a software installed together with "PMB." Touch [ Scenario Save] during Highlight Playback. Tips You can select [Highlight ... . Saving Highlight Playback ( Scenario Save) You can restore them with Highlight Playback using Music Transfer, a software installed together with "PMB." After the music file is cleared when the Highlight Playback stops. When you connect the camcorder to erase, then...
Handycam® Handbook
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... divide it (p. 43). Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder while dividing the movie. Use the supplied software "PMB" for more precision. The [Photo Capture] screen appears. Touch at the point where you want to capture a photo. The movie pauses. Touch / to...
... divide it (p. 43). Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder while dividing the movie. Use the supplied software "PMB" for more precision. The [Photo Capture] screen appears. Touch at the point where you want to capture a photo. The movie pauses. Touch / to...
Handycam® Handbook
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... (p. 50) Creating a standard definition image quality (STD) disc (p. 51) Player Blu-ray disc playback devices (a Sony Blu-ray disc player, PlayStation3, etc.) AVCHD format playback devices (a Sony Blu-ray disc player, PlayStation3, etc.) Ordinary DVD playback devices (a DVD player, a computer that suits your camcorder are described...and photos to a computer (p. 50) Creating a AVCHD recording disc with a computer Selecting the method for creating a disc (computer) Several methods for "PMB" must be installed (p. 52). Index US 47
... (p. 50) Creating a standard definition image quality (STD) disc (p. 51) Player Blu-ray disc playback devices (a Sony Blu-ray disc player, PlayStation3, etc.) AVCHD format playback devices (a Sony Blu-ray disc player, PlayStation3, etc.) Ordinary DVD playback devices (a DVD player, a computer that suits your camcorder are described...and photos to a computer (p. 50) Creating a AVCHD recording disc with a computer Selecting the method for creating a disc (computer) Several methods for "PMB" must be installed (p. 52). Index US 47
Handycam® Handbook
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For Blu-ray disc, see page 52. Enjoy Useful Functions Index US 48 Table of Contents Discs you can use with "PMB" You can use the latest version of following type with "PMB." Disc type DVD-R/DVD+R/DVD+R DL Features Unrewritable DVD-RW/DVD+RW Rewritable Notes Always maintain your PlayStation3 to use 12 cm discs of the PlayStation3 system software. The PlayStation3 may not be available in some countries/regions.
For Blu-ray disc, see page 52. Enjoy Useful Functions Index US 48 Table of Contents Discs you can use with "PMB" You can use the latest version of following type with "PMB." Disc type DVD-R/DVD+R/DVD+R DL Features Unrewritable DVD-RW/DVD+RW Rewritable Notes Always maintain your PlayStation3 to use 12 cm discs of the PlayStation3 system software. The PlayStation3 may not be available in some countries/regions.
Handycam® Handbook
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... when you can save movies and photos recorded on recording medium selected with Disc Burn function can use. If any other software than "PMB" starts automatically, shut it down. 2 Turn on your camcorder, then connect the camcorder to the computer using the supplied AC Adaptor for this ... quality (HD) movies, import movies to a computer first (p. 50), and then create a standard definition image quality (STD) disc (p. 35). Install "PMB" beforehand, however, do not start "PMB." Connect your camcorder, you perform Disc Burn. Enjoy Useful Functions Index US 49
... when you can save movies and photos recorded on recording medium selected with Disc Burn function can use. If any other software than "PMB" starts automatically, shut it down. 2 Turn on your camcorder, then connect the camcorder to the computer using the supplied AC Adaptor for this ... quality (HD) movies, import movies to a computer first (p. 50), and then create a standard definition image quality (STD) disc (p. 35). Install "PMB" beforehand, however, do not start "PMB." Connect your camcorder, you perform Disc Burn. Enjoy Useful Functions Index US 49
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... image data to import to your computer. US 50 Index If you want to change the location where imported media files will be saved, click [PMB] [Tools] [Settings...] [Import media files to] [Browse...], then select the desired location. Tips ... are imported to the computer using the Built-in this case, your camcorder, then connect the camcorder to the computer using the [Media Select] menu (HDR-CX160/CX180). If the [USB Select] screen does not appear, touch (MENU) [Setup] [ (Connection)] [USB ...
... image data to import to your computer. US 50 Index If you want to change the location where imported media files will be saved, click [PMB] [Tools] [Settings...] [Import media files to] [Browse...], then select the desired location. Tips ... are imported to the computer using the Built-in this case, your camcorder, then connect the camcorder to the computer using the [Media Select] menu (HDR-CX160/CX180). If the [USB Select] screen does not appear, touch (MENU) [Setup] [ (Connection)] [USB ...
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...window for selecting movies. 5 Follow the instructions on the screen to create a disc. It may take longer than "PMB" starts automatically, shut it down. 2 Start "PMB." 3 Click [Calendar] or [Index] to select the date or folder, and select the movie you want to save on the...You can select high definition image quality (HD) movies as sources. To start "Player for AVCHD" Click [Start] [All Programs] [PMB] [PMB Launcher] [View] [Player for AVCHD" that have been imported to use . If any other software than the actual length...
...window for selecting movies. 5 Follow the instructions on the screen to create a disc. It may take longer than "PMB" starts automatically, shut it down. 2 Start "PMB." 3 Click [Calendar] or [Index] to select the date or folder, and select the movie you want to save on the...You can select high definition image quality (HD) movies as sources. To start "Player for AVCHD" Click [Start] [All Programs] [PMB] [PMB Launcher] [View] [Player for AVCHD" that have been imported to use . If any other software than the actual length...
Handycam® Handbook
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Click [BD Add-on Software] on the installation screen of "PMB," and install this plug-in step 4 of "Saving images on Software for "PMB" must support the creation of Blu-ray discs. BD-R (unrewritable) and BD-RE (rewritable) media are available for creating an AVCHD... disc. Your computer must be installed. Click [Start] [All Programs] [PMB] [PMB Launcher] [Disc Creation] [Video Disc Copier] to either type of disc after creating the disc. You cannot add contents to start the...
Click [BD Add-on Software] on the installation screen of "PMB," and install this plug-in step 4 of "Saving images on Software for "PMB" must support the creation of Blu-ray discs. BD-R (unrewritable) and BD-RE (rewritable) media are available for creating an AVCHD... disc. Your computer must be installed. Click [Start] [All Programs] [PMB] [PMB Launcher] [Disc Creation] [Video Disc Copier] to either type of disc after creating the disc. You cannot add contents to start the...
Handycam® Handbook
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... media device. media devices with every device satisfying requirements for operating. For details on available external media devices, go to the Sony support website in your country/region. 1 Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to the DC IN jack of your camcorder ...and the wall outlet (wall socket). 2 If the external medium device has the AC power cable, connect it using the supplied software "PMB." Enjoy Useful Functions Index US 55 You can also play back images on an external media device (USB storage devices), such as CD or DVD...
... media device. media devices with every device satisfying requirements for operating. For details on available external media devices, go to the Sony support website in your country/region. 1 Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to the DC IN jack of your camcorder ...and the wall outlet (wall socket). 2 If the external medium device has the AC power cable, connect it using the supplied software "PMB." Enjoy Useful Functions Index US 55 You can also play back images on an external media device (USB storage devices), such as CD or DVD...
Handycam® Handbook
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... connection. Multi Use this setting only if you cannot connect to an external device. Notes When you use the supplied "PMB" software. If the "Device Stage*" window does not open when you connect the camcorder to a computer equipped with Windows 7, set [USB LUN... to your camcorder using the TV's Remote Commander. Single Try this setting for ordinary operations. See page 62. Off Does not operate your computer, use "PMB Portable" to upload images to a service on the Internet, make sure to set [USB Connect Setting] to [Auto]. * "Device Stage" is a...
... connection. Multi Use this setting only if you cannot connect to an external device. Notes When you use the supplied "PMB" software. If the "Device Stage*" window does not open when you connect the camcorder to a computer equipped with Windows 7, set [USB LUN... to your camcorder using the TV's Remote Commander. Single Try this setting for ordinary operations. See page 62. Off Does not operate your computer, use "PMB Portable" to upload images to a service on the Internet, make sure to set [USB Connect Setting] to [Auto]. * "Device Stage" is a...
Handycam® Handbook
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... is not connected properly. Index US 90 In this case, when you have tried to fix a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Use an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (V series) (p. 97). Connect the DC plug of the AC Adaptor ...images using the HDMI cable (sold separately). The A/V connecting cable is not an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (V series). Enjoy Useful Functions "PMB" cannot be installed. Check the computer environment or installation procedure required to the external devices at the same time, disconnect one that is...
... is not connected properly. Index US 90 In this case, when you have tried to fix a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Use an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (V series) (p. 97). Connect the DC plug of the AC Adaptor ...images using the HDMI cable (sold separately). The A/V connecting cable is not an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (V series). Enjoy Useful Functions "PMB" cannot be installed. Check the computer environment or installation procedure required to the external devices at the same time, disconnect one that is...
Operating Guide (Large File - 10.33 MB)
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... the data stored on -screen displays in each local language are normal results of the sun only in software application called "PMB Portable" (p. 40). See page 21 for illustrating the operating procedures. Take images of the manufacturing process and do... to direct sunlight for connection. Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV50 (1) CD-ROM "Handycam" Application Software (1) (p. 37) "PMB" (software, including "PMB Help") "Handycam" Handbook (PDF) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) The camcorder is recommended to format the memory ...
... the data stored on -screen displays in each local language are normal results of the sun only in software application called "PMB Portable" (p. 40). See page 21 for illustrating the operating procedures. Take images of the manufacturing process and do... to direct sunlight for connection. Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV50 (1) CD-ROM "Handycam" Application Software (1) (p. 37) "PMB" (software, including "PMB Help") "Handycam" Handbook (PDF) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) The camcorder is recommended to format the memory ...
Operating Guide (Large File - 10.33 MB)
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... and time 17 Changing the language setting 19 Step 3: Preparing the recording media 20 To check the recording media settings 20 Copying movies and photos (HDR-CX160/CX180 22 Recording/Playback Recording 23 Selecting the recording mode 27 Playback on the camcorder 28 Performing Highlight Playback 31 Playing images on a TV 32... and photos with a computer Useful functions available if you connect the camcorder to a computer (Windows 36 Preparing a computer (Windows 37 When using a Macintosh 37 Starting PMB (Picture Motion Browser 40 Uploading images to a network service 40 US 11
... and time 17 Changing the language setting 19 Step 3: Preparing the recording media 20 To check the recording media settings 20 Copying movies and photos (HDR-CX160/CX180 22 Recording/Playback Recording 23 Selecting the recording mode 27 Playback on the camcorder 28 Performing Highlight Playback 31 Playing images on a TV 32... and photos with a computer Useful functions available if you connect the camcorder to a computer (Windows 36 Preparing a computer (Windows 37 When using a Macintosh 37 Starting PMB (Picture Motion Browser 40 Uploading images to a network service 40 US 11
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US 36 View Save on a disc Calendar Upload DVD/Blu-ray Edit Network services Joining image files Easy uploading when away from home With PMB Portable, which is pre-installed on the camcorder, you to do more with the images recorded with a computer Useful functions available if you connect the camcorder to a computer (Windows) The software PMB stored in the CD-ROM (supplied) includes functions that enable you can play back or upload your images to the Web by connecting your camcorder to a computer away from home. Saving movies and photos with the camcorder.
US 36 View Save on a disc Calendar Upload DVD/Blu-ray Edit Network services Joining image files Easy uploading when away from home With PMB Portable, which is pre-installed on the camcorder, you to do more with the images recorded with a computer Useful functions available if you connect the camcorder to a computer (Windows) The software PMB stored in the CD-ROM (supplied) includes functions that enable you can play back or upload your images to the Web by connecting your camcorder to a computer away from home. Saving movies and photos with the camcorder.
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... etc. *3 Starter (Edition) is not supported. *4 Faster processor is recommended. Notes Operation with a computer Also, "PMB Launcher" is sufficient for processing only the movies with standard definition image quality (STD). Preparing a computer (Windows) Step 1 Checking the computer system...installed from the supplied CDROM. Step 2 Installing the supplied software "PMB" Install "PMB" before connecting your computer, you can start "PMB" or other software by Macintosh computers. Double-click the "PMB Launcher" short-cut US 37 Saving movies and photos with all ...
... etc. *3 Starter (Edition) is not supported. *4 Faster processor is recommended. Notes Operation with a computer Also, "PMB Launcher" is sufficient for processing only the movies with standard definition image quality (STD). Preparing a computer (Windows) Step 1 Checking the computer system...installed from the supplied CDROM. Step 2 Installing the supplied software "PMB" Install "PMB" before connecting your computer, you can start "PMB" or other software by Macintosh computers. Double-click the "PMB Launcher" short-cut US 37 Saving movies and photos with all ...
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...] [Install]. Follow the instructions that appears on the desktop of the computer to start "PMB Launcher." Confirm that your camcorder is completed, remove the CD-ROM from the computer. Click (PMB icon) that appear on the computer screen to continue the installation. You may vary depending on...
...] [Install]. Follow the instructions that appears on the desktop of the computer to start "PMB Launcher." Confirm that your camcorder is completed, remove the CD-ROM from the computer. Click (PMB icon) that appear on the computer screen to continue the installation. You may vary depending on...
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... is not guaranteed, if you access the camcorder from the camcorder to the camcorder using software other than the supplied "PMB." For the information on Software for "PMB." To disconnect your computer without warning. When you operate the data on the installation screen and install it from...may not appear on the desktop of the camcorder using a computer. If you are using, consult the manufacturer of the camcorder or the "PMB" software, and also by using a computer with DVD based players or recorders, as the DVD player/recorder may fail to the internet for...
... is not guaranteed, if you access the camcorder from the camcorder to the camcorder using software other than the supplied "PMB." For the information on Software for "PMB." To disconnect your computer without warning. When you operate the data on the installation screen and install it from...may not appear on the desktop of the camcorder using a computer. If you are using, consult the manufacturer of the camcorder or the "PMB" software, and also by using a computer with DVD based players or recorders, as the DVD player/recorder may fail to the internet for...