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Searching for information quickly Click an item on using your camcorder to its fullest in this "Handycam" Handbook. Information on the right edge of each page, and you will jump to a computer will find information on ...how to the Operating Guide (a separate volume). Refer to the Help of Adobe Reader for an item by keyword using your camcorder connected to the page for that is the Help of the supplied "PMB (Picture Motion Browser)" software. Read the "Handycam" Handbook in addition to use...
Searching for information quickly Click an item on using your camcorder to its fullest in this "Handycam" Handbook. Information on the right edge of each page, and you will jump to a computer will find information on ...how to the Operating Guide (a separate volume). Refer to the Help of Adobe Reader for an item by keyword using your camcorder connected to the page for that is the Help of the supplied "PMB (Picture Motion Browser)" software. Read the "Handycam" Handbook in addition to use...
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... pack Built-in USB Cable The camcorder is already installed. Using the camcorder Do not hold the camcorder by the jack covers. See "About handling of the camcorder (p. 15) is too short for connection. Wireless Remote Commander (HDR‑CX360/CX360V/PJ10/PJ30/PJ30V/ PJ50/PJ50V) (1) A button-type lithium battery is not dustproofed...
... pack Built-in USB Cable The camcorder is already installed. Using the camcorder Do not hold the camcorder by the jack covers. See "About handling of the camcorder (p. 15) is too short for connection. Wireless Remote Commander (HDR‑CX360/CX360V/PJ10/PJ30/PJ30V/ PJ50/PJ50V) (1) A button-type lithium battery is not dustproofed...
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... high or extremely low, you may not be able to play back on Blu-ray discs (p. 61, 64). Save your important data on your camcorder. Standard (STD) image quality movies recorded on SD memory cards cannot be copyrighted. To save images on your recordings on the LCD screen...not aim at dusk. Formatting the memory card will be contrary to malfunction. Notes on playing back You may not be saved using the camcorder if necessary (p. 20). DVD media recorded with HD image quality (high definition) DVD media recorded with high definition image quality (HD) can...
... high or extremely low, you may not be able to play back on Blu-ray discs (p. 61, 64). Save your important data on your camcorder. Standard (STD) image quality movies recorded on SD memory cards cannot be copyrighted. To save images on your recordings on the LCD screen...not aim at dusk. Formatting the memory card will be contrary to malfunction. Notes on playing back You may not be saved using the camcorder if necessary (p. 20). DVD media recorded with HD image quality (high definition) DVD media recorded with high definition image quality (HD) can...
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... the camcoder 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)...recording media Projector HDR-CX360/ HDRCX360V* HDR-PJ10 HDR-PJ30/ HDR-PJ30V* Internal memory + memory card 32 GB - 16 GB 32 GB HDR-PJ50/ Internal HDR-PJ50V* hard disk 220 GB + memory HDR-XR160 card 160 GB - About this manual, illustrations and on the bottom of your camcorder may be saved ...
... the camcoder 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)...recording media Projector HDR-CX360/ HDRCX360V* HDR-PJ10 HDR-PJ30/ HDR-PJ30V* Internal memory + memory card 32 GB - 16 GB 32 GB HDR-PJ50/ Internal HDR-PJ50V* hard disk 220 GB + memory HDR-XR160 card 160 GB - About this manual, illustrations and on the bottom of your camcorder may be saved ...
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...area, where the altitude is activated by dropping, the camcorder has a drop sensor function (p. 96). On the drop sensor (HDR-PJ50/PJ50V/ XR160) To protect the internal hard disk from the camcorder, or applying mechanical shock or vibration to the camcorder when the (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (p. 25)... or the access lamp (p. 23) are lit or flashing When using the camcorder at high altitudes (HDR-PJ50/PJ50V/XR160) Do not turn on the camcorder in very loud areas (HDR-PJ50/PJ50V/XR160). When a drop occurs, or under a non-gravity condition, the block noise made ...
...area, where the altitude is activated by dropping, the camcorder has a drop sensor function (p. 96). On the drop sensor (HDR-PJ50/PJ50V/ XR160) To protect the internal hard disk from the camcorder, or applying mechanical shock or vibration to the camcorder when the (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (p. 25)... or the access lamp (p. 23) are lit or flashing When using the camcorder at high altitudes (HDR-PJ50/PJ50V/XR160) Do not turn on the camcorder in very loud areas (HDR-PJ50/PJ50V/XR160). When a drop occurs, or under a non-gravity condition, the block noise made ...
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Fun & simple playback & edit Playing back a digest of your movies Highlight Playback (42) Using Editing on the camcorder Capturing a photo from a movie (55) Deleting unnecessary scene (Dividing (54), Deleting (51)) Using the projector HDR-PJ10/PJ30/PJ30V/PJ50/PJ50V (45) US 9
Fun & simple playback & edit Playing back a digest of your movies Highlight Playback (42) Using Editing on the camcorder Capturing a photo from a movie (55) Deleting unnecessary scene (Dividing (54), Deleting (51)) Using the projector HDR-PJ10/PJ30/PJ30V/PJ50/PJ50V (45) US 9
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... recording media 21 Selecting recording media 21 Inserting a memory card 22 Recording/Playback Recording 24 Recording movies 25 Shooting photos 27 Playback on the camcorder 29 Operating the camcorder while playing a movie 31 Viewing photos 32 Playing images on a TV 33 List of connection 33 Using "BRAVIA" Sync 35 Advanced operations Useful... Shutter 39 Recording sound with more presence (5.1ch surround recording 40 Recording high quality photos during movie recording (Dual Rec 40 Using the Video Light (HDR-CX360/CX360V/PJ30/PJ30V 41 US 11 Index
... recording media 21 Selecting recording media 21 Inserting a memory card 22 Recording/Playback Recording 24 Recording movies 25 Shooting photos 27 Playback on the camcorder 29 Operating the camcorder while playing a movie 31 Viewing photos 32 Playing images on a TV 33 List of connection 33 Using "BRAVIA" Sync 35 Advanced operations Useful... Shutter 39 Recording sound with more presence (5.1ch surround recording 40 Recording high quality photos during movie recording (Dual Rec 40 Using the Video Light (HDR-CX360/CX360V/PJ30/PJ30V 41 US 11 Index
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... Playback scenes or Highlight scenarios 44 Using the built-in projector (HDR-PJ10/PJ30/PJ30V/PJ50/PJ50V 45 Using the GPS function (HDR-CX360V/PJ30V/PJ50V 47 Recording information on your location 47 Hints for better reception 48... Searching for a desired scene by recording location (Map View 49 Obtaining a map of the current location 50 Establishing priorities for location information (triangulating priority mode 50 Making good use of your camcorder...
... Playback scenes or Highlight scenarios 44 Using the built-in projector (HDR-PJ10/PJ30/PJ30V/PJ50/PJ50V 45 Using the GPS function (HDR-CX360V/PJ30V/PJ50V 47 Recording information on your location 47 Hints for better reception 48... Searching for a desired scene by recording location (Map View 49 Obtaining a map of the current location 50 Establishing priorities for location information (triangulating priority mode 50 Making good use of your camcorder...
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Table of Contents Enjoy Useful Functions Customizing your camcorder Using menus 74 Operating menus 74 Menu lists 75 Shooting Mode (Items for selecting a shooting mode 76 Camera/Mic (Items for customized shooting 78 Image ... 89 Setup (Other setup items 90 Additional information Troubleshooting 99 Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators 106 Using your camcorder abroad 110 Maintenance and precautions 112 About the AVCHD format 112 About GPS (HDR-CX360V/PJ30V/PJ50V 112 About the memory card 114 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 115 About x.v.Color 116 About handling...
Table of Contents Enjoy Useful Functions Customizing your camcorder Using menus 74 Operating menus 74 Menu lists 75 Shooting Mode (Items for selecting a shooting mode 76 Camera/Mic (Items for customized shooting 78 Image ... 89 Setup (Other setup items 90 Additional information Troubleshooting 99 Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators 106 Using your camcorder abroad 110 Maintenance and precautions 112 About the AVCHD format 112 About GPS (HDR-CX360V/PJ30V/PJ50V 112 About the memory card 114 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 115 About x.v.Color 116 About handling...
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..." battery pack (V series) after attaching it to your camcorder. Notes You cannot attach any "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack other than the V series to your camcorder. 1 Turn off your camcorder by closing the LCD screen. 2 Attach the battery pack... by sliding it in the direction of Contents Enjoy Useful Functions Getting started Step 1: Charging the battery pack * ** Battery pack CHG (charge) lamp /CHG (flash/charge) lamp * HDR-CX360/CX360V/PJ10/ PJ30/PJ30V ** HDR-PJ50/PJ50V...
..." battery pack (V series) after attaching it to your camcorder. Notes You cannot attach any "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack other than the V series to your camcorder. 1 Turn off your camcorder by closing the LCD screen. 2 Attach the battery pack... by sliding it in the direction of Contents Enjoy Useful Functions Getting started Step 1: Charging the battery pack * ** Battery pack CHG (charge) lamp /CHG (flash/charge) lamp * HDR-CX360/CX360V/PJ10/ PJ30/PJ30V ** HDR-PJ50/PJ50V...
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... battery pack is fully charged. 4 When the battery is not connected to a power source, the battery of the laptop computer will continue to use a Sony CP-AH2R or CP-AL portable power supply device (sold separately). The camcorder may not light up when the remaining battery power is fully charged, disconnect the...
... battery pack is fully charged. 4 When the battery is not connected to a power source, the battery of the laptop computer will continue to use a Sony CP-AH2R or CP-AL portable power supply device (sold separately). The camcorder may not light up when the remaining battery power is fully charged, disconnect the...
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... 315 600 1050 The charging times shown in the table above are measured without using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder is not discharged. Enjoy Useful Functions Index To use an electronic voltage transformer. US 16 Charging the battery pack abroad You can ...temperature range of 10 C to 30 C (50 °F to 86 °F). * The charging times are measured when charging the camcorder at a temperature of Contents Charging time Approximate time (min.) required when you charge the battery in any countries/regions using the USB Connection support ...
... 315 600 1050 The charging times shown in the table above are measured without using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder is not discharged. Enjoy Useful Functions Index To use an electronic voltage transformer. US 16 Charging the battery pack abroad You can ...temperature range of 10 C to 30 C (50 °F to 86 °F). * The charging times are measured when charging the camcorder at a temperature of Contents Charging time Approximate time (min.) required when you charge the battery in any countries/regions using the USB Connection support ...
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...a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture. Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with your camcorder. In the default setting, the power turns off . The CHG (charge) lamp or the /CHG (flash/charge) lamp flashes during ... pack is high. Remove the battery pack from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately if any metallic objects. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from your camcorder without any operation for about 5 minutes, to save battery power ([A. Notes on the battery pack When you remove the battery pack or...
...a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture. Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with your camcorder. In the default setting, the power turns off . The CHG (charge) lamp or the /CHG (flash/charge) lamp flashes during ... pack is high. Remove the battery pack from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately if any metallic objects. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from your camcorder without any operation for about 5 minutes, to save battery power ([A. Notes on the battery pack When you remove the battery pack or...
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...date and time 1 Open the LCD screen of Contents Step 2: Turning the power on the screen, touch / until the item appears. Table of your camcorder when the LCD screen is opened. To turn on the LCD screen 3 Select the desired geographical area with / , then touch [Next]. ...MODE lamp POWER button 2 Select the desired language, then touch [Next]. Touch the button on your camcorder. 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 ...
...date and time 1 Open the LCD screen of Contents Step 2: Turning the power on the screen, touch / until the item appears. Table of your camcorder when the LCD screen is opened. To turn on the LCD screen 3 Select the desired geographical area with / , then touch [Next]. ...MODE lamp POWER button 2 Select the desired language, then touch [Next]. Touch the button on your camcorder. 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 ...
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... the date and time, touch (MENU) [Setup] [ (Playback Settings)] [Data Code] [Date/Time] . You can be adjusted to [Off] (HDR-CX360V/PJ30V/PJ50V). The clock may not be displayed during recording, but they are automatically recorded on the country/region selected for your...
... the date and time, touch (MENU) [Setup] [ (Playback Settings)] [Data Code] [Date/Time] . You can be adjusted to [Off] (HDR-CX360V/PJ30V/PJ50V). The clock may not be displayed during recording, but they are automatically recorded on the country/region selected for your...
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...] [ (General Settings)] [Language Setting] a desired language . The (Movie) lamp flashes for a few seconds and the camcorder is turned off. Tips You can change the on-screen displays to [Off], turn off the power Close the LCD screen. Changing the ...language setting You can turn off the camcorder also by pressing POWER. When [Power On By LCD] (p. 95) is set to show messages in a specified language. Enjoy...
...] [ (General Settings)] [Language Setting] a desired language . The (Movie) lamp flashes for a few seconds and the camcorder is turned off. Tips You can change the on-screen displays to [Off], turn off the power Close the LCD screen. Changing the ...language setting You can turn off the camcorder also by pressing POWER. When [Power On By LCD] (p. 95) is set to show messages in a specified language. Enjoy...
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...Recording media icon The icon displayed may vary depending on your camcorder. Both movies and photos are recorded on this recording media. HDR-CX360/CX360V/PJ10/ PJ30/PJ30V * Internal memory Memory card HDR-PJ50/PJ50V/XR160 * Internal hard disk Memory card * In the default setting, both... the selected recording media is displayed at the top right corner of the screen. You can be used differs depending on your camcorder. Table of Contents Step 3: Preparing the recording media The recording media that can perform recording, playback and editing operations on the...
...Recording media icon The icon displayed may vary depending on your camcorder. Both movies and photos are recorded on this recording media. HDR-CX360/CX360V/PJ10/ PJ30/PJ30V * Internal memory Memory card HDR-PJ50/PJ50V/XR160 * Internal hard disk Memory card * In the default setting, both... the selected recording media is displayed at the top right corner of the screen. You can be used differs depending on your camcorder. Table of Contents Step 3: Preparing the recording media The recording media that can perform recording, playback and editing operations on the...
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... been verified to or played back on SDXC memory cards cannot be used for this manual - If you can be imported 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 SDXC memory cards. Index US 22 Confirm in this camcorder. Do not attach a label or the like on a memory card. All the data recorded will be lost. * The exFAT is a file system that the...
... been verified to or played back on SDXC memory cards cannot be used for this manual - If you can be imported 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 SDXC memory cards. Index US 22 Confirm in this camcorder. Do not attach a label or the like on a memory card. All the data recorded will be lost. * The exFAT is a file system that the...
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Movies are recorded on and the lens cover is turned on the following media. Your camcorder is opened. US 24 Index Table of your camcorder. HDR-CX360/CX360V/PJ10/PJ30/PJ30V: Internal memory HDR-PJ50/PJ50V/XR160: Internal hard disk Tips To change the recording media, see page 21. 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 with high definition image quality (HD).
Movies are recorded on and the lens cover is turned on the following media. Your camcorder is opened. US 24 Index Table of your camcorder. HDR-CX360/CX360V/PJ10/PJ30/PJ30V: Internal memory HDR-PJ50/PJ50V/XR160: Internal hard disk Tips To change the recording media, see page 21. 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 with high definition image quality (HD).
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To stop recording, press START/STOP again. When the camcorder detects faces during movie recording (Smile Shutter, p. 84). Capturing a photo Smile Detection frame (Orange) Face Detection frame (White) US 25 Index To display ... In the default setting, a photo is automatically adjusted ([Face Detection], p. 83). 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...
To stop recording, press START/STOP again. When the camcorder detects faces during movie recording (Smile Shutter, p. 84). Capturing a photo Smile Detection frame (Orange) Face Detection frame (White) US 25 Index To display ... In the default setting, a photo is automatically adjusted ([Face Detection], p. 83). 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...