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... the Operating Guide (a separate volume). Refer to the Help of Adobe Reader for an item by keyword using your camcorder connected to its fullest in this "Handycam" Handbook. Information on using your camcorder to a computer will be also found in the Operating Guide and the "PMB Help" that item. Click here...
... the Operating Guide (a separate volume). Refer to the Help of Adobe Reader for an item by keyword using your camcorder connected to its fullest in this "Handycam" Handbook. Information on using your camcorder to a computer will be also found in the Operating Guide and the "PMB Help" that item. Click here...
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...(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 connection. Wireless Remote Commander (1) A button-...cable (1) USB connection support cable (1) Use this camcorder. Shoe cover (HDR-CX360/CX360V/PJ30/PJ30V) LCD Screen Battery pack Built-in USB Cable The camcorder is not dustproofed, dripproofed or waterproofed. Remove the insulation sheet before using extremely high...
...(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 connection. Wireless Remote Commander (1) A button-...cable (1) USB connection support cable (1) Use this camcorder. Shoe cover (HDR-CX360/CX360V/PJ30/PJ30V) LCD Screen Battery pack Built-in USB Cable The camcorder is not dustproofed, dripproofed or waterproofed. Remove the insulation sheet before using extremely high...
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...recording or playback is recommended to remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor after turning off the camcorder. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the camcorder, holding both the camcorder and the DC plug. In this case, an indicator appears on it is not possible due to...About language setting The on-screen displays in such situations. Also, you may be able to the copyright laws. Use the camcorder in low light conditions, such as they are recorded without any problems. Compensation for illustrating the operating procedures. If you insert a disc...
...recording or playback is recommended to remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor after turning off the camcorder. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the camcorder, holding both the camcorder and the DC plug. In this case, an indicator appears on it is not possible due to...About language setting The on-screen displays in such situations. Also, you may be able to the copyright laws. Use the camcorder in low light conditions, such as they are recorded without any problems. Compensation for illustrating the operating procedures. If you insert a disc...
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...manual, the internal memory and the memory card are called AVCHD recording disc. Design and specifications of your camcorder. Capacity of the following. HDR-PJ10 16 GB HDR-PJ30/ HDR-PJ30V* 32 GB The model with * is called "recording media." In this manual when there is...lamp (p. 22) is connected to a computer or accessories Do not try to format the recording media of the camcorder using genuine Sony accessories. Genuine Sony accessories may not be available in some type of external media first, and then perform [Format] by touching (MENU) ...
...manual, the internal memory and the memory card are called AVCHD recording disc. Design and specifications of your camcorder. Capacity of the following. HDR-PJ10 16 GB HDR-PJ30/ HDR-PJ30V* 32 GB The model with * is called "recording media." In this manual when there is...lamp (p. 22) is connected to a computer or accessories Do not try to format the recording media of the camcorder using genuine Sony accessories. Genuine Sony accessories may not be available in some type of external media first, and then perform [Format] by touching (MENU) ...
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Fun & simple playback & edit Playing back a digest of your movies Highlight Playback (40) Using Editing on the camcorder Capturing a photo from a movie (53) Deleting unnecessary scene (Dividing (52), Deleting (49)) Using the projector HDR-PJ10/PJ30/PJ30V (43) US 8
Fun & simple playback & edit Playing back a digest of your movies Highlight Playback (40) Using Editing on the camcorder Capturing a photo from a movie (53) Deleting unnecessary scene (Dividing (52), Deleting (49)) Using the projector HDR-PJ10/PJ30/PJ30V (43) US 8
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... recording media 20 Selecting recording media 20 Inserting a memory card 21 Recording/Playback Recording 23 Recording movies 24 Shooting photos 26 Playback on the camcorder 27 Operating the camcorder while playing a movie 29 Viewing photos 30 Playing images on a TV 31 List of connection 31 Using "BRAVIA" Sync 33 Advanced operations Useful... Shutter 37 Recording sound with more presence (5.1ch surround recording 38 Recording high quality photos during movie recording (Dual Rec 38 Using the Video Light (HDR-CX360/CX360V/PJ30/PJ30V 39 US 10 Index
... recording media 20 Selecting recording media 20 Inserting a memory card 21 Recording/Playback Recording 23 Recording movies 24 Shooting photos 26 Playback on the camcorder 27 Operating the camcorder while playing a movie 29 Viewing photos 30 Playing images on a TV 31 List of connection 31 Using "BRAVIA" Sync 33 Advanced operations Useful... Shutter 37 Recording sound with more presence (5.1ch surround recording 38 Recording high quality photos during movie recording (Dual Rec 38 Using the Video Light (HDR-CX360/CX360V/PJ30/PJ30V 39 US 10 Index
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... Playback ( Scenario Save 42 Converting and sharing Highlight Playback scenes or Highlight scenarios 42 Using the built-in projector (HDR-PJ10/PJ30/PJ30V 43 Using the GPS function (HDR-CX360V/PJ30V 45 Recording information on your location 45 Hints for better reception 46 Searching for a desired scene by recording...61 Saving images on an external media device 62 Saving desired movies and photos 64 Playing back images in the external media device on the camcorder 64 Creating a disc with the DVD writer, DVDirect Express 65 Performing [DISC BURN OPTION 66 Playing back a disc on the DVD ...
... Playback ( Scenario Save 42 Converting and sharing Highlight Playback scenes or Highlight scenarios 42 Using the built-in projector (HDR-PJ10/PJ30/PJ30V 43 Using the GPS function (HDR-CX360V/PJ30V 45 Recording information on your location 45 Hints for better reception 46 Searching for a desired scene by recording...61 Saving images on an external media device 62 Saving desired movies and photos 64 Playing back images in the external media device on the camcorder 64 Creating a disc with the DVD writer, DVDirect Express 65 Performing [DISC BURN OPTION 66 Playing back a disc on the DVD ...
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Table of Contents Enjoy Useful Functions Customizing your camcorder Using menus 71 Operating menus 71 Menu lists 72 Shooting Mode (Items for selecting a shooting mode 73 Camera/Mic (Items for customized shooting 75 Image ... editing 86 Setup (Other setup items 87 Additional information Troubleshooting 95 Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators 102 Using your camcorder abroad 106 Maintenance and precautions 108 About the AVCHD format 108 About GPS (HDR-CX360V/PJ30V 108 About the memory card 110 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 111 About x.v.Color 112 About...
Table of Contents Enjoy Useful Functions Customizing your camcorder Using menus 71 Operating menus 71 Menu lists 72 Shooting Mode (Items for selecting a shooting mode 73 Camera/Mic (Items for customized shooting 75 Image ... editing 86 Setup (Other setup items 87 Additional information Troubleshooting 95 Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators 102 Using your camcorder abroad 106 Maintenance and precautions 108 About the AVCHD format 108 About GPS (HDR-CX360V/PJ30V 108 About the memory card 110 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 111 About x.v.Color 112 About...
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... socket) You can charge the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (V series) after attaching it clicks. 3 Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to your camcorder. 1 Turn off when the battery pack is fully charged. The CHG (charge) lamp or the /CHG (flash/charge) lamp turns off your... camcorder by closing the LCD screen. 2 Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction of Contents Enjoy Useful Functions Battery pack CHG (charge) lamp /...
... socket) You can charge the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (V series) after attaching it clicks. 3 Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to your camcorder. 1 Turn off when the battery pack is fully charged. The CHG (charge) lamp or the /CHG (flash/charge) lamp turns off your... camcorder by closing the LCD screen. 2 Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction of Contents Enjoy Useful Functions Battery pack CHG (charge) lamp /...
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... socket) When the battery is fully charged, disconnect the camcorder from the DC IN jack of the laptop computer will continue to use a Sony CP-AH2R or CP-AL portable power supply device (sold separately). Do not leave the camcorder connected to a wall outlet (wall socket) using an AC-U501AD/AC...; The USB charger/AC Adaptor may not light up its charge. Charging time Approximate time (min.) required when you connect the camcorder to a laptop computer that is not assured. If you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack. You cannot use up when the remaining ...
... socket) When the battery is fully charged, disconnect the camcorder from the DC IN jack of the laptop computer will continue to use a Sony CP-AH2R or CP-AL portable power supply device (sold separately). Do not leave the camcorder connected to a wall outlet (wall socket) using an AC-U501AD/AC...; The USB charger/AC Adaptor may not light up its charge. Charging time Approximate time (min.) required when you connect the camcorder to a laptop computer that is not assured. If you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack. You cannot use up when the remaining ...
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...lever () and remove the battery pack (). Charging the battery pack abroad You can check the approximate amount of remaining battery power with your camcorder and put it in a warm place. The temperature of the battery pack is low. Shut Off], p. 92). Notes on the LCD ... battery pack is high. To use an electronic voltage transformer. To remove the battery pack Close the LCD screen. Remove the battery pack from your camcorder. In the default setting, the power turns off . The CHG (charge) lamp or the /CHG (flash/charge) lamp flashes ...
...lever () and remove the battery pack (). Charging the battery pack abroad You can check the approximate amount of remaining battery power with your camcorder and put it in a warm place. The temperature of the battery pack is low. Shut Off], p. 92). Notes on the LCD ... battery pack is high. To use an electronic voltage transformer. To remove the battery pack Close the LCD screen. Remove the battery pack from your camcorder. In the default setting, the power turns off . The CHG (charge) lamp or the /CHG (flash/charge) lamp flashes ...
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Table of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with any malfunction occurs while using your camcorder. Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture. Do not short-circuit the DC plug of Contents Enjoy Useful Functions Notes on the AC Adaptor Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the AC Adaptor. This may cause a malfunction. US 16 Index Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately if any metallic objects.
Table of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with any malfunction occurs while using your camcorder. Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture. Do not short-circuit the DC plug of Contents Enjoy Useful Functions Notes on the AC Adaptor Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the AC Adaptor. This may cause a malfunction. US 16 Index Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately if any metallic objects.
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... lamp POWER button 2 Select the desired language, then touch [Next]. Your camcorder is turned on and the lens cover is open, press POWER. Enjoy Useful Functions Index To set the date and time again, touch (MENU) ...)] [Date & Time Setting] [Date & Time]. US 17 Touch the button on , and setting the date and time 1 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder when the LCD screen is opened. To turn on the screen, touch / until the item appears. Table of Contents Step 2: Turning the power on...
... lamp POWER button 2 Select the desired language, then touch [Next]. Your camcorder is turned on and the lens cover is open, press POWER. Enjoy Useful Functions Index To set the date and time again, touch (MENU) ...)] [Date & Time Setting] [Date & Time]. US 17 Touch the button on , and setting the date and time 1 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder when the LCD screen is opened. To turn on the screen, touch / until the item appears. Table of Contents Step 2: Turning the power on...
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...] or [Summer Time] to [On], the clock advances 1 hour. In this case, set [Auto Clock ADJ ] and [Auto Area ADJ] to [Off] (HDR-CX360V/PJ30V). Index The clock starts. Notes The date and time does not appear during playback. To display the date and time, touch...the date and time, touch / to set the value, then touch [Next] *. * The confirmation screen appears only when you set the clock for your camcorder. US 18 4 Set [Daylight Savings] or [Summer Time], then touch [Next]. If you touch does not react correctly, calibrate the touch panel (p. ...
...] or [Summer Time] to [On], the clock advances 1 hour. In this case, set [Auto Clock ADJ ] and [Auto Area ADJ] to [Off] (HDR-CX360V/PJ30V). Index The clock starts. Notes The date and time does not appear during playback. To display the date and time, touch...the date and time, touch / to set the value, then touch [Next] *. * The confirmation screen appears only when you set the clock for your camcorder. US 18 4 Set [Daylight Savings] or [Summer Time], then touch [Next]. If you touch does not react correctly, calibrate the touch panel (p. ...
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...58320; You can change the on-screen displays to [Off], turn off the power Close the LCD screen. Table of Contents To turn off your camcorder by pressing POWER. Touch (MENU) [Setup] [ (General Settings)] [Language Setting] a desired language... . Changing the language setting You can turn off the camcorder also by pressing POWER. When [Power On By LCD] (p. 92) is set to show messages in a specified language. Enjoy Useful Functions Index...
...58320; You can change the on-screen displays to [Off], turn off the power Close the LCD screen. Table of Contents To turn off your camcorder by pressing POWER. Touch (MENU) [Setup] [ (General Settings)] [Language Setting] a desired language... . Changing the language setting You can turn off the camcorder also by pressing POWER. When [Power On By LCD] (p. 92) is set to show messages in a specified language. Enjoy Useful Functions Index...
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... either movie recording mode or photo recording mode, the media icon of the selected recording media is displayed at the top right corner of your camcorder as following icons. * Internal memory Memory card * In the default setting, both movies and photos are recorded on the screen of the screen. You can...
... either movie recording mode or photo recording mode, the media icon of the selected recording media is displayed at the top right corner of your camcorder as following icons. * Internal memory Memory card * In the default setting, both movies and photos are recorded on the screen of the screen. You can...
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...; "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media of up to 32 GB and SD cards of up to 64 GB have been verified to operate with your camcorder "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (Mark2) "Memory Stick PROHG Duo" media SD memory card SDHC memory card SDXC memory card SD Speed Class Described in... advance that is used for this camcorder. Do not attach a label or the like on memory card or memory card adaptor. "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media Class 4 or faster SD card...
...; "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media of up to 32 GB and SD cards of up to 64 GB have been verified to operate with your camcorder "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (Mark2) "Memory Stick PROHG Duo" media SD memory card SDHC memory card SDXC memory card SD Speed Class Described in... advance that is used for this camcorder. Do not attach a label or the like on memory card or memory card adaptor. "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media Class 4 or faster SD card...
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US 23 Index Your camcorder is opened. Movies are recorded with high definition image quality (HD). Tips To change the recording media, see page 20. 1 Fasten the grip belt. 2 Open the LCD screen of Contents Enjoy Useful Functions Recording/Playback Recording In the default setting, movies and photos are recorded on and the lens cover is turned on the internal recording media. Table of your camcorder.
US 23 Index Your camcorder is opened. Movies are recorded with high definition image quality (HD). Tips To change the recording media, see page 20. 1 Fasten the grip belt. 2 Open the LCD screen of Contents Enjoy Useful Functions Recording/Playback Recording In the default setting, movies and photos are recorded on and the lens cover is turned on the internal recording media. Table of your camcorder.
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...smiles In the default setting, a photo is automatically adjusted ([Face Detection], p. 80). Table of a person during movie recording, image quality is automatically recorded when the camcorder detects the smile of Contents Recording movies MODE button START/STOP button [STBY] [REC] Enjoy Useful Functions (Movie): When recording a movie (Photo): When ... screen except the buttons on the (Movie) lamp. Press START/STOP to start recording. To stop recording, press START/STOP again. When the camcorder detects faces during movie recording (Smile Shutter, p. 81).
...smiles In the default setting, a photo is automatically adjusted ([Face Detection], p. 80). Table of a person during movie recording, image quality is automatically recorded when the camcorder detects the smile of Contents Recording movies MODE button START/STOP button [STBY] [REC] Enjoy Useful Functions (Movie): When recording a movie (Photo): When ... screen except the buttons on the (Movie) lamp. Press START/STOP to start recording. To stop recording, press START/STOP again. When the camcorder detects faces during movie recording (Smile Shutter, p. 81).
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...] [ (Media Settings)] [Media Info]. The LCD screen of the LCD panel, first open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (), and then adjust the angle (). 90 degrees (max.) 180 degrees (max.) 90 degrees to [Active] in the...display them as a guide. To adjust the angle of your camcorder during recording. In this case, set to the camcorder Data code during recording The recording date, time and condition , and coordinates (HDR-CX360V/PJ30V) are not displayed during this may cause slight trimming of ...
...] [ (Media Settings)] [Media Info]. The LCD screen of the LCD panel, first open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (), and then adjust the angle (). 90 degrees (max.) 180 degrees (max.) 90 degrees to [Active] in the...display them as a guide. To adjust the angle of your camcorder during recording. In this case, set to the camcorder Data code during recording The recording date, time and condition , and coordinates (HDR-CX360V/PJ30V) are not displayed during this may cause slight trimming of ...