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... Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-PJ790V Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in accordance with the limits for help. These limits are cautioned that to operate this HDR-PJ780VE/PJ790VE Digital HD Video Camera Recorder is connected. Consult...
... Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-PJ790V Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in accordance with the limits for help. These limits are cautioned that to operate this HDR-PJ780VE/PJ790VE Digital HD Video Camera Recorder is connected. Consult...
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... change the fuse. For details on a TV, you purchased the product. Notes on -screen displays in the plug supplied need a TV that supports the signal format for your camcorder. Should the fuse in each local language are lit or flashing GB On recording Before starting to record, test the recording function to the camcorder when the (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (p. 15) or the access lamp (p. 25) are used . Never use...
... change the fuse. For details on a TV, you purchased the product. Notes on -screen displays in the plug supplied need a TV that supports the signal format for your camcorder. Should the fuse in each local language are lit or flashing GB On recording Before starting to record, test the recording function to the camcorder when the (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (p. 15) or the access lamp (p. 25) are used . Never use...
Operating Guide
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... camcorder. 1 Access the Sony support page. Black points White, red, blue or green points About this manual, illustrations and on-screen displays The example images used in -depth instructions on -line manual. Refer to it for understandability. Design and specifications of the camcorder is an on the many functions of your camcorder. When the camcorder is connected to other devices through a USB connection and the power of your camcorder and accessories are captured using...
... camcorder. 1 Access the Sony support page. Black points White, red, blue or green points About this manual, illustrations and on-screen displays The example images used in -depth instructions on -line manual. Refer to it for understandability. Design and specifications of the camcorder is an on the many functions of your camcorder. When the camcorder is connected to other devices through a USB connection and the power of your camcorder and accessories are captured using...
Operating Guide
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... Home" software 45 Saving images on an external media device Creating a standard definition image quality (STD) disc with a recorder 46 Saving images on an external media device with high definition (HD) image quality 47 Customizing your camcorder Using menus 50 Menu lists 51 Others/Index Troubleshooting 55 Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators 56 Recording time of movies/number of recordable photos 58 Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack 58 Expected recording time of movies 58 Expected number of recordable photos 60 About...
... Home" software 45 Saving images on an external media device Creating a standard definition image quality (STD) disc with a recorder 46 Saving images on an external media device with high definition (HD) image quality 47 Customizing your camcorder Using menus 50 Menu lists 51 Others/Index Troubleshooting 55 Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators 56 Recording time of movies/number of recordable photos 58 Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack 58 Expected recording time of movies 58 Expected number of recordable photos 60 About...
Operating Guide
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..." media (Mark2) "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media "Memory Stick XC-HG Duo" media SD memory card SDHC memory card SDXC memory card - Confirm in this camcorder. Movies recorded on computers or AV devices not supporting the exFAT* file system by connecting the camcorder to create a new Image Database File. If you forcibly insert the memory card in once. Formatting the memory card will be lost. * The exFAT is a file system that the connecting equipment is used with the USB cable. To eject the memory card Open...
..." media (Mark2) "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media "Memory Stick XC-HG Duo" media SD memory card SDHC memory card SDXC memory card - Confirm in this camcorder. Movies recorded on computers or AV devices not supporting the exFAT* file system by connecting the camcorder to create a new Image Database File. If you forcibly insert the memory card in once. Formatting the memory card will be lost. * The exFAT is a file system that the connecting equipment is used with the USB cable. To eject the memory card Open...
Operating Guide
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... edges of your camcorder model, see the following states will be able to shoot photos depending on the setting in [ REC Mode] and [ Frame Rate]. The LCD screen of images when played back on a TV which is not compatible with [Grid Line] set to start recording. To stop recording, press START/STOP again. You can display recording images across the entire screen (full pixel display). Recording movies 1 Open the LCD screen. During this may...
... edges of your camcorder model, see the following states will be able to shoot photos depending on the setting in [ REC Mode] and [ Frame Rate]. The LCD screen of images when played back on a TV which is not compatible with [Grid Line] set to start recording. To stop recording, press START/STOP again. You can display recording images across the entire screen (full pixel display). Recording movies 1 Open the LCD screen. During this may...
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... type of media On this camcorder Internal memory Memory card On external devices External media device Blu-ray discs AVCHD recording discs GB 34 Recording mode PS* FX FH/ HQ/LP -- * PS can be set only when the the [ Frame Rate] is set to the following page: Functions and equipment p.11 Selecting the image quality of movies (Recording mode) You can switch the recording mode to [60p] (models with the NTSC color system) / [50p] (models with the PAL color system). Advanced operations Recording images...
... type of media On this camcorder Internal memory Memory card On external devices External media device Blu-ray discs AVCHD recording discs GB 34 Recording mode PS* FX FH/ HQ/LP -- * PS can be set only when the the [ Frame Rate] is set to the following page: Functions and equipment p.11 Selecting the image quality of movies (Recording mode) You can switch the recording mode to [60p] (models with the NTSC color system) / [50p] (models with the PAL color system). Advanced operations Recording images...
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... those recorded using the Intelligent Auto function Select [Camera/Mic] [ Manual Settings] [Low Lux]. HD Quality: This format is a standard definition digital video camera format. This is easy for uploading to the conditions detected are displayed. Selecting the recording format of movies or photos. MP4: This format is useful for saving your movies on a big screen. STD Quality: This format is a high definition digital video camera format. Enjoy beautiful images on a smartphone, for uploading to a network or for playing...
... those recorded using the Intelligent Auto function Select [Camera/Mic] [ Manual Settings] [Low Lux]. HD Quality: This format is a standard definition digital video camera format. This is easy for uploading to the conditions detected are displayed. Selecting the recording format of movies or photos. MP4: This format is useful for saving your movies on a big screen. STD Quality: This format is a high definition digital video camera format. Enjoy beautiful images on a smartphone, for uploading to a network or for playing...
Operating Guide
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... (VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, etc.). Setting the aspect ratio supported by the TV: [TV Type] (p. 53) On "Photo TV HD" This camcorder is monaural (When your camcorder to the LINE IN input on the VCR using an HDMI cable*, a whole new world of photos can be enjoyed when playing a movie on devices that is not compatible with the 16:9 signal, set [ Wide Mode] to [4:3] to record movies with standard definition image quality...
... (VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, etc.). Setting the aspect ratio supported by the TV: [TV Type] (p. 53) On "Photo TV HD" This camcorder is monaural (When your camcorder to the LINE IN input on the VCR using an HDMI cable*, a whole new world of photos can be enjoyed when playing a movie on devices that is not compatible with the 16:9 signal, set [ Wide Mode] to [4:3] to record movies with standard definition image quality...
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... the camcorder 3 Disconnect the USB cable. If you are using Windows 7 or Windows 8, click , then click . All image files may be shown as separate files. Starting the "PlayMemories Home" software 1 Double-click the "PlayMemories Home" icon on the software or visit the PlayMemories Home support page (http:// www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/). Saving movies and photos with movies recorded in [ REC Mode]. Operation is not displayed on the computer screen, click...
... the camcorder 3 Disconnect the USB cable. If you are using Windows 7 or Windows 8, click , then click . All image files may be shown as separate files. Starting the "PlayMemories Home" software 1 Double-click the "PlayMemories Home" icon on the software or visit the PlayMemories Home support page (http:// www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/). Saving movies and photos with movies recorded in [ REC Mode]. Operation is not displayed on the computer screen, click...
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... as night view or beach. Smth Slw REC Records smooth slow-motion movies. Spot Focus Adjusts the focus on the subject with its background blurred. Camera Settings Scene Selection Selects an appropriate recording setting according to a subject you shoot a moving subject at a higher shutter speed, it is dim. Auto Back Light Adjusts the exposure for backlit subjects automatically. White Balance Shift....... Self-Timer Sets the self-timer when your camcorder Shooting Mode Movie Records movies. Digital Zoom Sets the maximum zoom level of...
... as night view or beach. Smth Slw REC Records smooth slow-motion movies. Spot Focus Adjusts the focus on the subject with its background blurred. Camera Settings Scene Selection Selects an appropriate recording setting according to a subject you shoot a moving subject at a higher shutter speed, it is dim. Auto Back Light Adjusts the exposure for backlit subjects automatically. White Balance Shift....... Self-Timer Sets the self-timer when your camcorder Shooting Mode Movie Records movies. Digital Zoom Sets the maximum zoom level of...
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Playback Settings Data Code Displays information that can be used when you connect your camcorder Setup Media Settings Media Select Selects the type of playback sound (p. 31). Download Music*2........ Empty Music*2 Deletes all data on the recording media. Airplane Mode*1 Setting to be played with the Highlight Playback scenes. Sets the display language (p. 22). 24p Mode*3 Records 24p frame rate movies. Direct Copy Copies images stored in the camcorder to a computer or a USB device. File Number Sets how to assign the file number to a "BRAVIA" Sync ...
Playback Settings Data Code Displays information that can be used when you connect your camcorder Setup Media Settings Media Select Selects the type of playback sound (p. 31). Download Music*2........ Empty Music*2 Deletes all data on the recording media. Airplane Mode*1 Setting to be played with the Highlight Playback scenes. Sets the display language (p. 22). 24p Mode*3 Records 24p frame rate movies. Direct Copy Copies images stored in the camcorder to a computer or a USB device. File Number Sets how to assign the file number to a "BRAVIA" Sync ...
Operating Guide
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... Home Help Guide" (p. 45) on connecting your camcorder to a computer. However, your Sony dealer will be ready to shoot after the power is turned on. This is displayed. Stop playback, and select [Shooting Mode] [ Movie] or [ Photo]. Your camcorder is full. You cannot make new recording during operation. Delete unnecessary images (p. 41). If you press RESET, all settings, including the clock setting, are reset. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service...
... Home Help Guide" (p. 45) on connecting your camcorder to a computer. However, your Sony dealer will be ready to shoot after the power is turned on. This is displayed. Stop playback, and select [Shooting Mode] [ Movie] or [ Photo]. Your camcorder is full. You cannot make new recording during operation. Delete unnecessary images (p. 41). If you press RESET, all settings, including the clock setting, are reset. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service...
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... being recorded. You cannot use an external flash (sold separately) and the built-in flash at the position where it takes precedence over the builtin microphone. Tab WARNING Battery may result in a malfunction of the camcorder. When the camcorder is connected to format the recording media of the camcorder with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. If you do not close the LCD panel. Pushing the plug forcibly...
... being recorded. You cannot use an external flash (sold separately) and the built-in flash at the position where it takes precedence over the builtin microphone. Tab WARNING Battery may result in a malfunction of the camcorder. When the camcorder is connected to format the recording media of the camcorder with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. If you do not close the LCD panel. Pushing the plug forcibly...
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... closed for more than date recording will be affected. However, even if the pre-installed rechargeable battery is not charged, the camcorder operation other settings even when the LCD screen is used for data management functions. Note on the internal memory may be completely erased. Photo file format: DCF Ver.2.0 Compatible Exif Ver.2.3 Compatible MPF Baseline Compatible Recording media (Movie/Photo): Internal memory HDR-PJ780E/PJ780VE: 32 GB HDR-PJ790/PJ790E/PJ790V/PJ790VE: 96 GB "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media SD card (Class 4 or faster) The...
... closed for more than date recording will be affected. However, even if the pre-installed rechargeable battery is not charged, the camcorder operation other settings even when the LCD screen is used for data management functions. Note on the internal memory may be completely erased. Photo file format: DCF Ver.2.0 Compatible Exif Ver.2.3 Compatible MPF Baseline Compatible Recording media (Movie/Photo): Internal memory HDR-PJ780E/PJ780VE: 32 GB HDR-PJ790/PJ790E/PJ790V/PJ790VE: 96 GB "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media SD card (Class 4 or faster) The...
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... Creating discs 46 D Data Code 24 Date/Time 24 Delete 41 Direct Copy 48 Display items on the LCD screen 28 Divide 41 Dual Capture 27 E Editing 41 Event View 31 Extended Zoom 30 External media device..........46, 47 F FH 34 Full charge 20 FX 34 G GPS 37 Grip belt 16 H "Handycam" User Guide............10 HDMI Cable 37 How to use this manual 11 HQ 34 I Initial setup 22 Install 44 Intelligent Auto 35 IRIS 51 L Language 9 LCD screen 28 Lens...
... Creating discs 46 D Data Code 24 Date/Time 24 Delete 41 Direct Copy 48 Display items on the LCD screen 28 Divide 41 Dual Capture 27 E Editing 41 Event View 31 Extended Zoom 30 External media device..........46, 47 F FH 34 Full charge 20 FX 34 G GPS 37 Grip belt 16 H "Handycam" User Guide............10 HDMI Cable 37 How to use this manual 11 HQ 34 I Initial setup 22 Install 44 Intelligent Auto 35 IRIS 51 L Language 9 LCD screen 28 Lens...
Marketing Specifications
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... camcorder (remote functions include zoom, REC start/stop, and changing recording modes). The HDMI multi-terminal allows you to connect external devices that contribute to offset camera shake. Premium Sound with better results in 96GB1 embedded Flash memory can enjoy a true cinematic experience with this class, the HDR-PJ790V has a premium top-mounted 5.1 surround sound microphone which is specifically designed to 90% with the supplied windscreen. HDR-PJ790V Full HD 60p/24p Camcorder w/ advanced Manual Controls...
... camcorder (remote functions include zoom, REC start/stop, and changing recording modes). The HDMI multi-terminal allows you to connect external devices that contribute to offset camera shake. Premium Sound with better results in 96GB1 embedded Flash memory can enjoy a true cinematic experience with this class, the HDR-PJ790V has a premium top-mounted 5.1 surround sound microphone which is specifically designed to 90% with the supplied windscreen. HDR-PJ790V Full HD 60p/24p Camcorder w/ advanced Manual Controls...
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... when shooting still photos. Built-in Flash The built-in flash will assist in GPS receiver7 makes the HDR-PJ790V an ideal choice for analyzing the nuances of up to 10db compared to 22 still images, which can be reviewed and played back using the supplied PlayMemories Home software9. Specifications Camera Camera Type Imaging Sensor Imaging Sensor Processor Pixel Gross Effective Picture Resolution Color Filter System Recording Digital HD Video Camera Recorder w/ Projector...
... when shooting still photos. Built-in Flash The built-in flash will assist in GPS receiver7 makes the HDR-PJ790V an ideal choice for analyzing the nuances of up to 10db compared to 22 still images, which can be reviewed and played back using the supplied PlayMemories Home software9. Specifications Camera Camera Type Imaging Sensor Imaging Sensor Processor Pixel Gross Effective Picture Resolution Color Filter System Recording Digital HD Video Camera Recorder w/ Projector...
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..., MPF Baseline compatible Yes(On/Off) Carl Zeiss® Vario-Sonnar T llens Balanced Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization w/ Active mode (Wide to Tele) F1.8-F3.4 10x 120x Movie Mode: 26.0-260mm(16:9),31.8-318mm(4:3); Yes(Menu) 100% Media Type Still Image Mode Still Image Max Effective Resolution Still Image Size 16:9 Still Image Size 4:3 Video Mode Video Resolution Video Actual (Pixel) Video Signal Recording and Playback Times (in Internal Media)(2ch) Photo Capture from Movie Dual Record Audio Format Microphone/Speaker Internal Media Mic Level Control Movie Recording Rate(Average...
..., MPF Baseline compatible Yes(On/Off) Carl Zeiss® Vario-Sonnar T llens Balanced Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization w/ Active mode (Wide to Tele) F1.8-F3.4 10x 120x Movie Mode: 26.0-260mm(16:9),31.8-318mm(4:3); Yes(Menu) 100% Media Type Still Image Mode Still Image Max Effective Resolution Still Image Size 16:9 Still Image Size 4:3 Video Mode Video Resolution Video Actual (Pixel) Video Signal Recording and Playback Times (in Internal Media)(2ch) Photo Capture from Movie Dual Record Audio Format Microphone/Speaker Internal Media Mic Level Control Movie Recording Rate(Average...
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... Iris Control WB Shift Drive System Drive Mode Self-timer Shutter Speeds Flash Flash Type Flash Metering System Flash Modes Flash Compensation Flash Coverage Convenience Features Manual / Auto Lens Cover S/S & Zoom button on LCD Red-Eye Reduction Fader Effect(s) Date / Time Stamp Erase/Protect Media/Battery Indicator Power Save Mode Still Image Playback Options Video Playback Options Built-in Flash Pre-flash TTL Auto/Forced/Prohibited Yes(3 steps) Approx.0.3m-1.5m Auto Yes(Touch Panel) Yes(Off/On) White/Black Yes(Rec Date and Time, Camera info, Coordinates) Yes/Yes Yes(recordable time, free...
... Iris Control WB Shift Drive System Drive Mode Self-timer Shutter Speeds Flash Flash Type Flash Metering System Flash Modes Flash Compensation Flash Coverage Convenience Features Manual / Auto Lens Cover S/S & Zoom button on LCD Red-Eye Reduction Fader Effect(s) Date / Time Stamp Erase/Protect Media/Battery Indicator Power Save Mode Still Image Playback Options Video Playback Options Built-in Flash Pre-flash TTL Auto/Forced/Prohibited Yes(3 steps) Approx.0.3m-1.5m Auto Yes(Touch Panel) Yes(Off/On) White/Black Yes(Rec Date and Time, Camera info, Coordinates) Yes/Yes Yes(recordable time, free...
