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http://www.sony.net/ Printed on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. Additional information on 70% or more recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. Printed in Japan US/ES 4-149-356-11(1) HDR-CX500/CX500V/CX520/CX520V Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide US Guía de operaciones ES 2009 Sony Corporation
http://www.sony.net/ Printed on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. Additional information on 70% or more recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. Printed in Japan US/ES 4-149-356-11(1) HDR-CX500/CX500V/CX520/CX520V Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide US Guía de operaciones ES 2009 Sony Corporation
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...DVD media containing AVCHD footage should not be used with MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 High Profile for high definition image quality (HD) recording. About this manual The images of the camcorder and "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media are called "recording media." In this Operating Guide, both "Memory... external 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 a disc such as DVD-R using a VCR, or a DVD/HDD recorder. Change the screen language before using a digital ...
...DVD media containing AVCHD footage should not be used with MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 High Profile for high definition image quality (HD) recording. About this manual The images of the camcorder and "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media are called "recording media." In this Operating Guide, both "Memory... external 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 a disc such as DVD-R using a VCR, or a DVD/HDD recorder. Change the screen language before using a digital ...
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...a disc with either high definition image quality (HD) or standard definition image quality (SD) from the your camcorder's media. See page 30 on the characteristics of each type of movies (p. 47). US 10 Playing movies and photos Playing movies and photos on your camcorder (p. 22) Playing movies and photos on ... flow Recording movies and photos (p. 17) In the default settings, movies and photos are recorded with high definition image quality (HD) on the internal memory. You can free recording space by deleting movies and photos that you have saved on other media, from...
...a disc with either high definition image quality (HD) or standard definition image quality (SD) from the your camcorder's media. See page 30 on the characteristics of each type of movies (p. 47). US 10 Playing movies and photos Playing movies and photos on your camcorder (p. 22) Playing movies and photos on ... flow Recording movies and photos (p. 17) In the default settings, movies and photos are recorded with high definition image quality (HD) on the internal memory. You can free recording space by deleting movies and photos that you have saved on other media, from...
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... 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...drive or folder for movies and photos 33 Starting PMB (Picture Motion Browser 34 Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc 34 Playing a high definition image quality (HD) disc on a computer 35 Creating a Blu-ray disc 35 Creating a standard definition image quality (SD) disc ...
... 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...drive or folder for movies and photos 33 Starting PMB (Picture Motion Browser 34 Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc 34 Playing a high definition image quality (HD) disc on a computer 35 Creating a Blu-ray disc 35 Creating a standard definition image quality (SD) disc ...
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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 ... (DVD writer/recorder 38 Creating a disc with the dedicated DVD writer, DVDirect Express 39 Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc with menus 49 Getting detailed information from the internal memory to "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media 48 Customizing your camcorder with a DVD writer, etc.
... 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 ... (DVD writer/recorder 38 Creating a disc with the dedicated DVD writer, DVDirect Express 39 Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc with menus 49 Getting detailed information from the internal memory to "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media 48 Customizing your camcorder with a DVD writer, etc.
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US 17 POWER button Press START/STOP to start recording. You can start recording also by touching 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. Recording Recording Recording Recording movies In the default setting, movies are recorded with high definition image quality (HD) on the LCD screen. The lens cover is opened and your camcorder is turned on. To turn on your camcorder.
US 17 POWER button Press START/STOP to start recording. You can start recording also by touching 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. Recording Recording Recording Recording movies In the default setting, movies are recorded with high definition image quality (HD) on the LCD screen. The lens cover is opened and your camcorder is turned on. To turn on your camcorder.
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The image size is 8.3M when recording high definition image quality (HD) movies. Your camcorder flashes automatically when there is displayed. US 20 The flash does not work during movie recording by touching (MENU) [FLASH MODE] (under [PHOTO ... focus, then press it further for a slower zoom. 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 displayed. US 20 The flash does not work during movie recording by touching (MENU) [FLASH MODE] (under [PHOTO ... focus, then press it further for a slower zoom. You can record photos also by touching on the LCD screen (p. 64). To change how your camcorder flashes by pressing PHOTO.
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...screen also by touching screen. Touch (or a desired movie (). (VIEW IMAGES) on your camcorder. CX500V/CX520V)/[ FILM ROLL]/[ FACE]) (p. 53). : Displays high definition image quality (HD) movies.* Displays photos. / : Displays movies recorded on the internal memory are played (p....; Open the LCD screen of your camcorder when the LCD screen is turned on. To turn on the LCD Switches operating button display. To MENU screen Displays the screen to select the index type ([DATE INDEX]/[ MAP] (HDR- US 22
...screen also by touching screen. Touch (or a desired movie (). (VIEW IMAGES) on your camcorder. CX500V/CX520V)/[ FILM ROLL]/[ FACE]) (p. 53). : Displays high definition image quality (HD) movies.* Displays photos. / : Displays movies recorded on the internal memory are played (p....; Open the LCD screen of your camcorder when the LCD screen is turned on. To turn on the LCD Switches operating button display. To MENU screen Displays the screen to select the index type ([DATE INDEX]/[ MAP] (HDR- US 22
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...ZOOM). If you touch a point in the PB ZOOM frame, the point comes to select the index type ([DATE INDEX]/[ MAP] (HDR- US 24 Switches operating button display. To MENU screen Displays the screen to the center in the frame. ... definition image quality (SD) movie is selected with [ / SET] (p. 52). *3 is displayed when is touched. CX500V/CX520V)) (p. 53).*1 : Displays high definition image quality (HD) movies.*2 Displays photos. / : Displays photos recorded on the screen. Your camcorder displays the selected photo.
...ZOOM). If you touch a point in the PB ZOOM frame, the point comes to select the index type ([DATE INDEX]/[ MAP] (HDR- US 24 Switches operating button display. To MENU screen Displays the screen to the center in the frame. ... definition image quality (SD) movie is selected with [ / SET] (p. 52). *3 is displayed when is touched. CX500V/CX520V)) (p. 53).*1 : Displays high definition image quality (HD) movies.*2 Displays photos. / : Displays photos recorded on the screen. Your camcorder displays the selected photo.
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...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...what type of [TV CONNECT Guide]. You can connect your camcorder to the TV easily following the instructions of TV is used . Playing images on a TV Connection methods and the image quality (high definition (HD) or standard definition (SD)) viewed on the TV screen...
...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...what type of [TV CONNECT Guide]. You can connect your camcorder to the TV easily following the instructions of TV is used . Playing images on a TV Connection methods and the image quality (high definition (HD) or standard definition (SD)) viewed on the TV screen...
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... will automatically switch to the instruction manual of your Photo TV HD- compatible TV for highly-detailed, photo-like depiction of photos can be enjoyed in breathtaking full HD quality. * The TV will be necessary. US 26 By connecting Sony's Photo TV HD-compatible devices using an HDMI cable* or the component A/V cable**, a whole..." Sync: (MENU) [OUTPUT SETTINGS] (under [GENERAL SET] category) [CTRL FOR HDMI] [ON] (the default setting) On "Photo TV HD" This camcorder is compatible with the "Photo TV...
... will automatically switch to the instruction manual of your Photo TV HD- compatible TV for highly-detailed, photo-like depiction of photos can be enjoyed in breathtaking full HD quality. * The TV will be necessary. US 26 By connecting Sony's Photo TV HD-compatible devices using an HDMI cable* or the component A/V cable**, a whole..." Sync: (MENU) [OUTPUT SETTINGS] (under [GENERAL SET] category) [CTRL FOR HDMI] [ON] (the default setting) On "Photo TV HD" This camcorder is compatible with the "Photo TV...
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...movies and photos using a computer, install "PMB" from the supplied CD-ROM beforehand. Do not format the internal memory of your camcorder from a computer. US 27 Using the enclosed PC software, high definition footage can perform following operations: Importing the movies and photos to...0c or later (This product is required when creating a DVD video by converting high definition image quality (HD) to eject the media and may not operate correctly. This camcorder captures high definition footage in the AVCHD format. For Windows Vista: 1 GB or more Hard disk Disk ...
...movies and photos using a computer, install "PMB" from the supplied CD-ROM beforehand. Do not format the internal memory of your camcorder from a computer. US 27 Using the enclosed PC software, high definition footage can perform following operations: Importing the movies and photos to...0c or later (This product is required when creating a DVD video by converting high definition image quality (HD) to eject the media and may not operate correctly. This camcorder captures high definition footage in the AVCHD format. For Windows Vista: 1 GB or more Hard disk Disk ...
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...page 35. Player Blu-ray disc playback devices (a Blu-ray disc player, PLAYSTATION3, etc.) AVCHD format playback devices (a Sony Blu-ray disc player, PLAYSTATION3, etc.) Choosing a method and disc type Importing movies and photos to record high definition image... (Easy PC Back-up ) (p. 33) HD Creating a AVCHD format disc with one touch (One Touch HD Disc Burn) (p. 32) Ordinary DVD playback devices (a DVD player, a computer that suits your camcorder are described here. HD High definition image quality (HD) movie can be recorded on DVD media,...
...page 35. Player Blu-ray disc playback devices (a Blu-ray disc player, PLAYSTATION3, etc.) AVCHD format playback devices (a Sony Blu-ray disc player, PLAYSTATION3, etc.) Choosing a method and disc type Importing movies and photos to record high definition image... (Easy PC Back-up ) (p. 33) HD Creating a AVCHD format disc with one touch (One Touch HD Disc Burn) (p. 32) Ordinary DVD playback devices (a DVD player, a computer that suits your camcorder are described here. HD High definition image quality (HD) movie can be recorded on DVD media,...
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...58320; With One Touch Disc Burn function on your camcorder, you can save movies and photos on a disc with their recorded image quality. High definition image quality (HD) movies (the default setting) will make a high definition image quality (HD) disc. US 32 Movies and photos recorded on your... camcorder that have not yet been saved with One Touch Disc Burn function can be...
...58320; With One Touch Disc Burn function on your camcorder, you can save movies and photos on a disc with their recorded image quality. High definition image quality (HD) movies (the default setting) will make a high definition image quality (HD) disc. US 32 Movies and photos recorded on your... camcorder that have not yet been saved with One Touch Disc Burn function can be...
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... beforehand. Connect your camcorder to your computer. On the "PMB" screen, click [Manipulate] [Export to your camcorder. Saving movies and photos with Easy PC Back-up ] [Import]. You can be saved. The [Handycam Utility] window appears on importing ...selected movies and photos (p. 34). You can export high definition image quality (HD) movies from imported ...
... beforehand. Connect your camcorder to your computer. On the "PMB" screen, click [Manipulate] [Export to your camcorder. Saving movies and photos with Easy PC Back-up ] [Import]. You can be saved. The [Handycam Utility] window appears on importing ...selected movies and photos (p. 34). You can export high definition image quality (HD) movies from imported ...
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... the DVD drive. See page 30 for recording a high definition image quality (HD) movie on a DVD disc (p. 31) is not displayed on the computer screen, click [Start] [All Programs] [Sony Picture Utility] [Help] [PMB Guide]. Reading "PMB Guide" For...-ray disc player and a PLAYSTATION3. US 34 Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc You can create a high definition image quality (HD) disc by clicking [Start] [All Programs] [Sony Picture Utility] [PMB]. 3 Click [Folders] or [Calendar] on the left side in...
... the DVD drive. See page 30 for recording a high definition image quality (HD) movie on a DVD disc (p. 31) is not displayed on the computer screen, click [Start] [All Programs] [Sony Picture Utility] [Help] [PMB Guide]. Reading "PMB Guide" For...-ray disc player and a PLAYSTATION3. US 34 Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc You can create a high definition image quality (HD) disc by clicking [Start] [All Programs] [Sony Picture Utility] [PMB]. 3 Click [Folders] or [Calendar] on the left side in...
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... select movies appears. To add movies to create a disc. Creating a Blu-ray disc You can play back high definition image quality (HD) discs using "Player for AVCHD]. To create a Blu-ray disc, the BD Add-on the screen to create a disc. It ...previously imported to either type of the window, click [Manipulate] [AVCHD (HD) Creation]. Playing a high definition image quality (HD) disc on Software]. To start "Player for AVCHD" Click [Start] [All Programs] [Sony Picture Utility] [Player for AVCHD" that for creating Blu-ray discs. ...
... select movies appears. To add movies to create a disc. Creating a Blu-ray disc You can play back high definition image quality (HD) discs using "Player for AVCHD]. To create a Blu-ray disc, the BD Add-on the screen to create a disc. It ...previously imported to either type of the window, click [Manipulate] [AVCHD (HD) Creation]. Playing a high definition image quality (HD) disc on Software]. To start "Player for AVCHD" Click [Start] [All Programs] [Sony Picture Utility] [Player for AVCHD" that for creating Blu-ray discs. ...
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...players You can create a standard definition image quality (SD) disc by converting high definition image quality (HD) movies to standard definition image quality (SD) movies. Click [Start] [All Programs] [Sony Picture Utility] [Video Disc Copier] to start "PMB" also by clicking [Start] ...Video (SD) Creation]. It will take a long time to another disc using "Video Disc Copier." However, image quality is converted from high definition (HD) to a Blu-ray disc. You can copy a recorded disc to create a disc. See "Video Disc Copier" help on the DVD drive....
...players You can create a standard definition image quality (SD) disc by converting high definition image quality (HD) movies to standard definition image quality (SD) movies. Click [Start] [All Programs] [Sony Picture Utility] [Video Disc Copier] to start "PMB" also by clicking [Start] ...Video (SD) Creation]. It will take a long time to another disc using "Video Disc Copier." However, image quality is converted from high definition (HD) to a Blu-ray disc. You can copy a recorded disc to create a disc. See "Video Disc Copier" help on the DVD drive....
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...Always maintain your camcorder are described here. Player AVCHD format playback devices (a Sony Blu-ray disc player, PLAYSTATION3, etc.) Choosing a method and disc type Creating a high definition (HD) image quality disc with DVD writer, DVDirect Express (p. 39) HD Creating a high definition (HD) image quality ...Prepare a DVD disc such as a DVD-R, for creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc or a standard definition image quality (SD) disc from high definition image quality (HD) movies or photos recorded on your PLAYSTATION3 to create a Blu-ray disc.
...Always maintain your camcorder are described here. Player AVCHD format playback devices (a Sony Blu-ray disc player, PLAYSTATION3, etc.) Choosing a method and disc type Creating a high definition (HD) image quality disc with DVD writer, DVDirect Express (p. 39) HD Creating a high definition (HD) image quality ...Prepare a DVD disc such as a DVD-R, for creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc or a standard definition image quality (SD) disc from high definition image quality (HD) movies or photos recorded on your PLAYSTATION3 to create a Blu-ray disc.
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...as the power source (p. 14). The [EXTERNAL DRIVE] screen appears on the internal memory that of the DVD writer. Movies recorded on the camcorder screen. Use the supplied AC Adaptor as "DVD writer" in this section. Only unused discs of the following operations by... using battery power, the DVD writer does not work. When there are unsaved high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) image quality movies, they will be saved on a created disc Refer also to the instruction manual supplied with...
...as the power source (p. 14). The [EXTERNAL DRIVE] screen appears on the internal memory that of the DVD writer. Movies recorded on the camcorder screen. Use the supplied AC Adaptor as "DVD writer" in this section. Only unused discs of the following operations by... using battery power, the DVD writer does not work. When there are unsaved high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) image quality movies, they will be saved on a created disc Refer also to the instruction manual supplied with...