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... Keep the battery pack dry. Replace only with the specified type only. You can help preserve our environment by Sony. Dispose of used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you. Battery pack This device complies with Canadian ICES-...003. For the customers in the U.S.A. Replace the battery with the same or equivalent type recommended by returning your camcorder. and CANADA RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable. The UL Mark on it while connected to charge the battery ...
... Keep the battery pack dry. Replace only with the specified type only. You can help preserve our environment by Sony. Dispose of used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you. Battery pack This device complies with Canadian ICES-...003. For the customers in the U.S.A. Replace the battery with the same or equivalent type recommended by returning your camcorder. and CANADA RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable. The UL Mark on it while connected to charge the battery ...
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... are lit or flashing. Insulation sheet Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH60 (1) CD-ROM "Handycam" Application Software (1) (p. 28) "PMB" (software, including "PMB Guide") "Handycam" Handbook (PDF) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) See page 47 for the ...the camcorder to a malfunction of an airplane (HDR-CX500V/CX520V). If you repeat recording/deleting images for effective use. The camcorder may be sure to the protection features of the camcorder being activated in a malfunction of the camcorder. Even if the camcorder is...
... are lit or flashing. Insulation sheet Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH60 (1) CD-ROM "Handycam" Application Software (1) (p. 28) "PMB" (software, including "PMB Guide") "Handycam" Handbook (PDF) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) See page 47 for the ...the camcorder to a malfunction of an airplane (HDR-CX500V/CX520V). If you repeat recording/deleting images for effective use. The camcorder may be sure to the protection features of the camcorder being activated in a malfunction of the camcorder. Even if the camcorder is...
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...High Profile Devices which are not compatible with the AVCHD format Discs recorded with HD image quality (high definition) This camcorder captures high definition footage in each local language are used for illustrating the operating procedures. About this manual The images of the ...media periodically. It is compatible with DVD based players or recorders, as "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. You will find the "Handycam" Handbook (PDF) on -screen displays in the AVCHD format. DVD media containing AVCHD footage should not be used in this manual for high ...
...High Profile Devices which are not compatible with the AVCHD format Discs recorded with HD image quality (high definition) This camcorder captures high definition footage in each local language are used for illustrating the operating procedures. About this manual The images of the ...media periodically. It is compatible with DVD based players or recorders, as "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. You will find the "Handycam" Handbook (PDF) on -screen displays in the AVCHD format. DVD media containing AVCHD footage should not be used in this manual for high ...
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.... Creating a disc with either high definition image quality (HD) or standard definition image quality (SD) from the your camcorder (p. 22) Playing movies and photos on a connected TV (p. 25) Saving movies and photos on a disc Saving movies and photos with a computer (p. 27) You can ...
.... Creating a disc with either high definition image quality (HD) or standard definition image quality (SD) from the your camcorder (p. 22) Playing movies and photos on a connected TV (p. 25) Saving movies and photos on a disc Saving movies and photos with a computer (p. 27) You can ...
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... on, and setting the date and time 15 Changing the language setting 16 Recording Recording 17 Acquiring location information using the GPS (HDR-CX500V/CX520V 21 Playback Playback on the camcorder 22 Playing images on a TV 25 Saving movies and photos with a computer Preparing a computer (Windows 27 When using a Macintosh 28 Selecting the...
... on, and setting the date and time 15 Changing the language setting 16 Recording Recording 17 Acquiring location information using the GPS (HDR-CX500V/CX520V 21 Playback Playback on the camcorder 22 Playing images on a TV 25 Saving movies and photos with a computer Preparing a computer (Windows 27 When using a Macintosh 28 Selecting the...
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... 46 Changing the recording media 47 To check the recording media settings 47 Dubbing or copying movies and photos from the "Handycam" Handbook 56 Additional information Troubleshooting 57 Precautions 59 Specifications 61 Screen indicators 64 Parts and controls 66 Index 68 US 12 ...other than DVDirect Express 42 Creating a standard definition image quality (SD) disc with a recorder, etc 43 Making good use of your camcorder Deleting movies and photos 45 Adjusting for creating a disc (DVD writer/recorder 38 Creating a disc with the dedicated DVD writer, DVDirect Express ...
... 46 Changing the recording media 47 To check the recording media settings 47 Dubbing or copying movies and photos from the "Handycam" Handbook 56 Additional information Troubleshooting 57 Precautions 59 Specifications 61 Screen indicators 64 Parts and controls 66 Index 68 US 12 ...other than DVDirect Express 42 Creating a standard definition image quality (SD) disc with a recorder, etc 43 Making good use of your camcorder Deleting movies and photos 45 Adjusting for creating a disc (DVD writer/recorder 38 Creating a disc with the dedicated DVD writer, DVDirect Express ...
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... charged. 4 When the battery is charged, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack of the arrow until it in the direction of your camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket). Align the mark on the DC plug with that on the DC IN jack. The /CHG (flash.../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 your...
... charged. 4 When the battery is charged, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack of the arrow until it in the direction of your camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket). Align the mark on the DC plug with that on the DC IN jack. The /CHG (flash.../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 your...
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... screen and make sure that the (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (p. 15), the access lamp (p. 48) are turned off automatically if you leave your camcorder and put it in a cool place. Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with the remaining battery...battery power ([A.SHUT OFF]). Slide the BATT (battery) release lever and remove the battery pack . Remove the battery pack from your camcorder without any metallic objects. Charging the battery pack abroad You can check the approximate amount of the battery pack is low. To use an electronic...
... screen and make sure that the (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (p. 15), the access lamp (p. 48) are turned off automatically if you leave your camcorder and put it in a cool place. Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with the remaining battery...battery power ([A.SHUT OFF]). Slide the BATT (battery) release lever and remove the battery pack . Remove the battery pack from your camcorder without any metallic objects. Charging the battery pack abroad You can check the approximate amount of the battery pack is low. To use an electronic...
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... with / , then touch [NEXT]. When an item is not on , and setting the date and time 1 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder. Getting started The date and time does not appear during playback. The lens cover is opened and your...category) [DATA CODE] [DATE/TIME] . You can be displayed during recording, but they are automatically recorded on your camcorder is open, press POWER. To display the date and time, touch (MENU) [PLAYBACK SET] (under [GENERAL SET] category) [CLOCK SET]. Touch ...
... with / , then touch [NEXT]. When an item is not on , and setting the date and time 1 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder. Getting started The date and time does not appear during playback. The lens cover is opened and your...category) [DATA CODE] [DATE/TIME] . You can be displayed during recording, but they are automatically recorded on your camcorder is open, press POWER. To display the date and time, touch (MENU) [PLAYBACK SET] (under [GENERAL SET] category) [CLOCK SET]. Touch ...
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...automatically, depending on the country/region selected for a few seconds and the power is turned POWER button You can turn off your camcorder by pressing POWER. When [POWER ON BY LCD] (p. 55) is automatically adjusted with [AUTO CLOCK ADJ] and [AUTO AREA... CLOCK ADJ] and [AUTO AREA ADJ] to [OFF], turn off . (Movie) lamp flashes for your camcorder also by pressing POWER. The off the power Close the LCD screen. In this case, set to [OFF] (HDR-CX500V/CX520V). (under [GENERAL SET] category) [ LANGUAGE SET] a desired language ...
...automatically, depending on the country/region selected for a few seconds and the power is turned POWER button You can turn off your camcorder by pressing POWER. When [POWER ON BY LCD] (p. 55) is automatically adjusted with [AUTO CLOCK ADJ] and [AUTO AREA... CLOCK ADJ] and [AUTO AREA ADJ] to [OFF], turn off . (Movie) lamp flashes for your camcorder also by pressing POWER. The off the power Close the LCD screen. In this case, set to [OFF] (HDR-CX500V/CX520V). (under [GENERAL SET] category) [ LANGUAGE SET] a desired language ...
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Recording Recording Recording Recording movies In the default setting, movies are recorded with high definition image quality (HD) on the internal memory (p. 47, 52). Fasten the grip belt. Open the LCD screen of your camcorder when the LCD screen is already open, press POWER. POWER button Press START/STOP to start recording. You can start recording also by touching on your camcorder. US 17 The lens cover is opened and your camcorder is turned on. To turn on the LCD screen.
Recording Recording Recording Recording movies In the default setting, movies are recorded with high definition image quality (HD) on the internal memory (p. 47, 52). Fasten the grip belt. Open the LCD screen of your camcorder when the LCD screen is already open, press POWER. POWER button Press START/STOP to start recording. You can start recording also by touching on your camcorder. US 17 The lens cover is opened and your camcorder is turned on. To turn on the LCD screen.
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... for a slower zoom. If you rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees to the lens side (), you close the LCD screen while recording movies, the camcorder stops recording. See page 62 on the recordable time of movies. The maximum continuous recordable time of movies (p. 52). [ STEADYSHOT]...;), and then adjust the angle (). US 18 Rec & zoom buttons on LCD about 3sec after turning on your camcorder or switching the recording (movie/photo)/playback modes. Power zoom lever Wide Telephoto [STBY] [REC] To stop recording, press START/STOP again. ...
... for a slower zoom. If you rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees to the lens side (), you close the LCD screen while recording movies, the camcorder stops recording. See page 62 on the recordable time of movies. The maximum continuous recordable time of movies (p. 52). [ STEADYSHOT]...;), and then adjust the angle (). US 18 Rec & zoom buttons on LCD about 3sec after turning on your camcorder or switching the recording (movie/photo)/playback modes. Power zoom lever Wide Telephoto [STBY] [REC] To stop recording, press START/STOP again. ...
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...REC SET] (under [SHOOTING SET] category) [ X.V.COLOR] [ON] . The lens cover is opened and your camcorder is turned on. To turn on the (Photo) lamp. Touch (MENU) [OTHER REC SET] (under [SHOOTING SET] category) ...57732; [ DIGITAL ZOOM] a desired setting . When viewing movies on your camcorder. US 19 You can increase the zooming level by touching it, and its image quality is already open, press POWER (p. 15). Press ...
...REC SET] (under [SHOOTING SET] category) [ X.V.COLOR] [ON] . The lens cover is opened and your camcorder is turned on. To turn on the (Photo) lamp. Touch (MENU) [OTHER REC SET] (under [SHOOTING SET] category) ...57732; [ DIGITAL ZOOM] a desired setting . When viewing movies on your camcorder. US 19 You can increase the zooming level by touching it, and its image quality is already open, press POWER (p. 15). Press ...
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...; . You cannot record photos while is displayed. You can record photos also by touching on the LCD screen (p. 64). To change how your camcorder flashes by pressing PHOTO. The image 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 record photos also during movie recording....
...; . You cannot record photos while is displayed. You can record photos also by touching on the LCD screen (p. 64). To change how your camcorder flashes by pressing PHOTO. The image 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 record photos also during movie recording....
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... take off and landing of Japan by ZENRIN CO., LTD., other areas by companies as the Map Index. Recording Acquiring location information using the GPS (HDR-CX500V/CX520V) When you to ON, appears on the LCD screen, and your camcorder acquires the location information from the GPS satellites. US 21
... take off and landing of Japan by ZENRIN CO., LTD., other areas by companies as the Map Index. Recording Acquiring location information using the GPS (HDR-CX500V/CX520V) When you to ON, appears on the LCD screen, and your camcorder acquires the location information from the GPS satellites. US 21
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...Switches operating button display. To MENU screen Displays the screen to select the index type ([DATE INDEX]/[ MAP] (HDR- The VISUAL INDEX screen appears after some seconds. You can display the VISUAL INDEX screen also by touching screen. ...the internal memory are played (p. 47). CX500V/CX520V)/[ FILM ROLL]/[ FACE]) (p. 53). : Displays high definition image quality (HD) movies.* Displays photos. / : Displays movies recorded on your camcorder when the LCD screen is opened and your camcorder. US 22 The lens cover is already ...
...Switches operating button display. To MENU screen Displays the screen to select the index type ([DATE INDEX]/[ MAP] (HDR- The VISUAL INDEX screen appears after some seconds. You can display the VISUAL INDEX screen also by touching screen. ...the internal memory are played (p. 47). CX500V/CX520V)/[ FILM ROLL]/[ FACE]) (p. 53). : Displays high definition image quality (HD) movies.* Displays photos. / : Displays movies recorded on your camcorder when the LCD screen is opened and your camcorder. US 22 The lens cover is already ...
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...Viewing photos Touch the (Photo) () a desired photo () on the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media.) Your camcorder starts playing the selected movie. Playback Returns to the recording screen. * appears when the standard definition image quality (SD) movie ... [PLAYBACK SET] (under [PLAYBACK] category). The recording date, time, and shooting conditions, and coordinates (HDR-CX500V/CX520V) are recorded automatically during recording. To adjust the sound volume of movies While playing back movies, touch adjust with the ...
...Viewing photos Touch the (Photo) () a desired photo () on the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media.) Your camcorder starts playing the selected movie. Playback Returns to the recording screen. * appears when the standard definition image quality (SD) movie ... [PLAYBACK SET] (under [PLAYBACK] category). The recording date, time, and shooting conditions, and coordinates (HDR-CX500V/CX520V) are recorded automatically during recording. To adjust the sound volume of movies While playing back movies, touch adjust with the ...
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CX500V/CX520V)) (p. 53).*1 : Displays high definition image quality (HD) movies.*2 Displays photos. / : Displays photos recorded on the screen. If you touch a point in ... screen to select the index type is not displayed when [PHOTO MEDIA SET] (p. 47) is set to select the index type ([DATE INDEX]/[ MAP] (HDR- US 24 Your camcorder displays the selected photo. Switches operating button display. To MENU screen Displays the screen to [MEMORY STICK]. *2 appears when the...
CX500V/CX520V)) (p. 53).*1 : Displays high definition image quality (HD) movies.*2 Displays photos. / : Displays photos recorded on the screen. If you touch a point in ... screen to select the index type is not displayed when [PHOTO MEDIA SET] (p. 47) is set to select the index type ([DATE INDEX]/[ MAP] (HDR- US 24 Your camcorder displays the selected photo. Switches operating button display. To MENU screen Displays the screen to [MEMORY STICK]. *2 appears when the...
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... TV to the connected jack. Refer to the instruction manuals of the TV. Turn on your camcorder, and touch (MENU) [TV CONNECT Guide] (under [GENERAL SET] category) [COMPONENT] [1080i/480i] To connect a non-high-definition TV via component video jacks: (MENU) ...
... TV to the connected jack. Refer to the instruction manuals of the TV. Turn on your camcorder, and touch (MENU) [TV CONNECT Guide] (under [GENERAL SET] category) [COMPONENT] [1080i/480i] To connect a non-high-definition TV via component video jacks: (MENU) ...
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... SETTINGS] (under [GENERAL SET] category) [CTRL FOR HDMI] [ON] (the default setting) On "Photo TV HD" This camcorder is compatible with the "Photo TV HD" standard. US 26 "Photo TV HD" allows for details. Please refer to the appropriate mode when displaying photos.... **Setup of the TV will be necessary. compatible TV for highly-detailed, photo-like depiction of your Photo TV HD- By connecting Sony's Photo TV HD-compatible devices using an HDMI cable* or the component A/V cable**, a whole new world of photos can be enjoyed ...
... SETTINGS] (under [GENERAL SET] category) [CTRL FOR HDMI] [ON] (the default setting) On "Photo TV HD" This camcorder is compatible with the "Photo TV HD" standard. US 26 "Photo TV HD" allows for details. Please refer to the appropriate mode when displaying photos.... **Setup of the TV will be necessary. compatible TV for highly-detailed, photo-like depiction of your Photo TV HD- By connecting Sony's Photo TV HD-compatible devices using an HDMI cable* or the component A/V cable**, a whole new world of photos can be enjoyed ...