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... (This manual) - See page 16 for using your camcorder with a computer connected (stored on the supplied CD-ROM) (p. 105). PRO-HG Duo") ("Memory Stick Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Types of "Memory Stick" you can use in your camcorder • For recording movies, it is recommended that you ... supplied with : - Connect the equipment into an outlet on the place you use Sony discs or discs with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to which can use Your camcorder is no guarantee that to Part 15 of recording/ playback, we recommend that you ...
... (This manual) - See page 16 for using your camcorder with a computer connected (stored on the supplied CD-ROM) (p. 105). PRO-HG Duo") ("Memory Stick Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Types of "Memory Stick" you can use in your camcorder • For recording movies, it is recommended that you ... supplied with : - Connect the equipment into an outlet on the place you use Sony discs or discs with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to which can use Your camcorder is no guarantee that to Part 15 of recording/ playback, we recommend that you ...
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... are normal results of the manufacturing process and do the following parts. Using the camcorder • Do not hold the camcorder by the following when either of your camcorder.) • "Memory Stick PRO Duo" and "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" are both referred to insert the connector plug in a malfunction...to remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor from being broken or recorded images from the camcorder. - "Memory Stick PRO Duo" / "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" (This size can be sure to as "Memory Stick PRO Duo" in color) that is grayed out is not available under the current ...
... are normal results of the manufacturing process and do the following parts. Using the camcorder • Do not hold the camcorder by the following when either of your camcorder.) • "Memory Stick PRO Duo" and "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" are both referred to insert the connector plug in a malfunction...to remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor from being broken or recorded images from the camcorder. - "Memory Stick PRO Duo" / "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" (This size can be sure to as "Memory Stick PRO Duo" in color) that is grayed out is not available under the current ...
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...devices • Your camcorder is recommended that you use the internal memory of your recordings on a TV, you repeat recording/deleting images for a long time, fragmentation of data occurs on the countries/regions. Devices which are recorded without any problems. HDR-UX10: It is recommended ...is not possible due to a malfunction of the camcorder, storage media, etc. • TV color systems differ depending on the internal memory (HDR-UX20) or a "Memory Stick PRO Duo." Unauthorized recording of such materials may be saved or recorded. HDR-UX20: It is recommended that you may not...
...devices • Your camcorder is recommended that you use the internal memory of your recordings on a TV, you repeat recording/deleting images for a long time, fragmentation of data occurs on the countries/regions. Devices which are recorded without any problems. HDR-UX10: It is recommended ...is not possible due to a malfunction of the camcorder, storage media, etc. • TV color systems differ depending on the internal memory (HDR-UX20) or a "Memory Stick PRO Duo." Unauthorized recording of such materials may be saved or recorded. HDR-UX20: It is recommended that you may not...
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... indicate the type of the LCD screen and the viewfinder used . The following marks are based on the model HDR-UX20. About the Carl Zeiss lens Your camcorder is T -coated to as "Media" in this manual The operations available depend on the media used in this.... The number value indicates the amount of a Carl Zeiss lens. Internal memory Disc "Memory Stick PRO Duo" 9 Also, the lens for your camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens, which was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. MTF= Modulation Transfer Function.
... indicate the type of the LCD screen and the viewfinder used . The following marks are based on the model HDR-UX20. About the Carl Zeiss lens Your camcorder is T -coated to as "Media" in this manual The operations available depend on the media used in this.... The number value indicates the amount of a Carl Zeiss lens. Internal memory Disc "Memory Stick PRO Duo" 9 Also, the lens for your camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens, which was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. MTF= Modulation Transfer Function.
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... the language setting ..... 26 Step 4: Making adjustments before operating your camcorder 5 Subject examples and solutions ... 12 Enjoying with your camcorder Enjoy using various "Media" according to your camcorder 61 Dividing movies 64 Creating the Playlist 65 Dubbing movies to another ... before recording 27 Step 5: Selecting the media ......... 28 Step 6: Inserting a disc or a "Memory Stick PRO Duo 30 Recording/Playback Recording and playback with ease (Easy Handycam operation) ...... 34 Recording 38 Zooming 40 Recording sound with playback on your needs 13 Operation flow 14...
... the language setting ..... 26 Step 4: Making adjustments before operating your camcorder 5 Subject examples and solutions ... 12 Enjoying with your camcorder Enjoy using various "Media" according to your camcorder 61 Dividing movies 64 Creating the Playlist 65 Dubbing movies to another ... before recording 27 Step 5: Selecting the media ......... 28 Step 6: Inserting a disc or a "Memory Stick PRO Duo 30 Recording/Playback Recording and playback with ease (Easy Handycam operation) ...... 34 Recording 38 Zooming 40 Recording sound with playback on your needs 13 Operation flow 14...
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... with a computer What you can do with Windows computer 105 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 109 Warning indicators and messages 120 Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad ....124 Files/folder structure on the internal memory (HDR-UX20) and a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" .........126 Precautions and maintenance ....127 About the Disc 127 About the AVCHD format 128 About the...
... with a computer What you can do with Windows computer 105 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 109 Warning indicators and messages 120 Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad ....124 Files/folder structure on the internal memory (HDR-UX20) and a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" .........126 Precautions and maintenance ....127 About the Disc 127 About the AVCHD format 128 About the...
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... from one media to another media Using the [MOVIE DUB] function on your camcorder, you can select either [MOVIE MEDIA SET] or [PHOTO MEDIA SET] according to your camcorder Enjoy using other devices (p. 61). 13 Enjoying with your camcorder Enjoying with your needs. Dubbing from the internal memory (HDR-UX20), a disc or a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" (p. 28).
... from one media to another media Using the [MOVIE DUB] function on your camcorder, you can select either [MOVIE MEDIA SET] or [PHOTO MEDIA SET] according to your camcorder Enjoy using other devices (p. 61). 13 Enjoying with your camcorder Enjoying with your needs. Dubbing from the internal memory (HDR-UX20), a disc or a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" (p. 28).
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...compatible devices If your camcorder B View movies recorded with HD (high definition) image quality x Viewing on a high definition TV You can enjoy movies recorded with HD (high definition) image quality (p. 49). The disc may not be able to play a disc or a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" with HD...AVCHD-compatible, you can play back discs or "Memory Stick PRO Duo." • DVD based players/recorders are not AVCHD-format compatible, and discs with HD (high definition) image quality cannot be ejected from one media to another media on your camcorder (p. 61) x Dubbing movies to other recording ...
...compatible devices If your camcorder B View movies recorded with HD (high definition) image quality x Viewing on a high definition TV You can enjoy movies recorded with HD (high definition) image quality (p. 49). The disc may not be able to play a disc or a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" with HD...AVCHD-compatible, you can play back discs or "Memory Stick PRO Duo." • DVD based players/recorders are not AVCHD-format compatible, and discs with HD (high definition) image quality cannot be ejected from one media to another media on your camcorder (p. 61) x Dubbing movies to other recording ...
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...diameter on a computer. Also, you can save images on the internal memory (HDR-UX20) or DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVDR, and DVD+R DL discs of 8 cm in a DVD drive on the camcorder. Deleting or editing images on a "Memory Stick PRO Duo." Disc types and features What you selected. ( ) ...indicates the reference page. a - - - DVD+ DVD-R DVD+ RW RW R DL Deleting or editing images on your camcorder (57, 64) - Making longer recordings on a ...
...diameter on a computer. Also, you can save images on the internal memory (HDR-UX20) or DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVDR, and DVD+R DL discs of 8 cm in a DVD drive on the camcorder. Deleting or editing images on a "Memory Stick PRO Duo." Disc types and features What you selected. ( ) ...indicates the reference page. a - - - DVD+ DVD-R DVD+ RW RW R DL Deleting or editing images on your camcorder (57, 64) - Making longer recordings on a ...
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...double-sided disc, you can record on both sides of the disc (p. 127). • For details on recordable time for movies on the internal memory (HDR-UX20) and one side of a disc. z Tips • Figures such as 16M and 14M in the recording time. Movies containing quickly moving ...complex images are recorded at a higher bit rate, and this reduces the overall recording time. 17 Enjoying with your camcorder Recording time of movies Approximate recordable time in minutes on the "Memory Stick PRO Duo," see page 33. Recordable time differs depending on the setting of [REC MODE] (p. 86). ( ):...
...double-sided disc, you can record on both sides of the disc (p. 127). • For details on recordable time for movies on the internal memory (HDR-UX20) and one side of a disc. z Tips • Figures such as 16M and 14M in the recording time. Movies containing quickly moving ...complex images are recorded at a higher bit rate, and this reduces the overall recording time. 17 Enjoying with your camcorder Recording time of movies Approximate recordable time in minutes on the "Memory Stick PRO Duo," see page 33. Recordable time differs depending on the setting of [REC MODE] (p. 86). ( ):...
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... MEDIA SET] is assigned to the internal memory (HDR-UX20) or the "Memory Stick." *3 This function can also set these items during Easy Handycam operation (p. 34). Taking advantage of two types of the item (p. 19). the starting point for operations with your camcorder (p. 84). *1 You can be used on HDR-UX20. 18 " HOME" and " OPTION" - Category B ...SET*1*3 29 FINALIZE*1 73 MEDIA INFO 78 MEDIA FORMAT*1 78 UNFINALIZE 80 DISC SELECT GUIDE 81 REPAIR IMG.DB F. 82 (SETTINGS) category*1 To customize your camcorder (HELP) Displays a description of menus " HOME MENU" -
... MEDIA SET] is assigned to the internal memory (HDR-UX20) or the "Memory Stick." *3 This function can also set these items during Easy Handycam operation (p. 34). Taking advantage of two types of the item (p. 19). the starting point for operations with your camcorder (p. 84). *1 You can be used on HDR-UX20. 18 " HOME" and " OPTION" - Category B ...SET*1*3 29 FINALIZE*1 73 MEDIA INFO 78 MEDIA FORMAT*1 78 UNFINALIZE 80 DISC SELECT GUIDE 81 REPAIR IMG.DB F. 82 (SETTINGS) category*1 To customize your camcorder (HELP) Displays a description of menus " HOME MENU" -
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...and zooming. b Notes • For details on how to set the media, see page 28. When the media is set to the internal memory (HDR-UX20) or the "Memory Stick PRO Duo": Battery pack LCD panel opened * LCD panel closed Image quality HD SD HD SD NP-FH50 NP-FH60 (supplied) NP-FH70 ...the time when you use a fully charged battery pack. Step 2: Charging the battery pack (Continued) When the media is set to the internal memory (HDR-UX20) or the "Memory Stick PRO Duo": Battery pack Continuous recording time Typical recording time* Image quality HD SD HD SD NP-FH50 70 90 35 45 75 95...
...and zooming. b Notes • For details on how to set the media, see page 28. When the media is set to the internal memory (HDR-UX20) or the "Memory Stick PRO Duo": Battery pack LCD panel opened * LCD panel closed Image quality HD SD HD SD NP-FH50 NP-FH60 (supplied) NP-FH70 ...the time when you use a fully charged battery pack. Step 2: Charging the battery pack (Continued) When the media is set to the internal memory (HDR-UX20) or the "Memory Stick PRO Duo": Battery pack Continuous recording time Typical recording time* Image quality HD SD HD SD NP-FH50 70 90 35 45 75 95...
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... 1 Touch (HOME) t (MANAGE MEDIA) t [MOVIE MEDIA SET]. HDR-UX10: Movie: Disc Still image: "Memory Stick PRO Duo"** HDR-UX20: Movie: Internal memory Still image: Internal memory Internal Memory* Movie Disc Still image "Memory Stick PRO Duo" * HDR-UX20 ** For HDR-UX10, the media for movies, set the internal memory*/disc/"Memory Stick PRO Duo," and also set the internal memory*/"Memory Stick PRO Duo." Selecting the media for still...
... 1 Touch (HOME) t (MANAGE MEDIA) t [MOVIE MEDIA SET]. HDR-UX10: Movie: Disc Still image: "Memory Stick PRO Duo"** HDR-UX20: Movie: Internal memory Still image: Internal memory Internal Memory* Movie Disc Still image "Memory Stick PRO Duo" * HDR-UX20 ** For HDR-UX10, the media for movies, set the internal memory*/disc/"Memory Stick PRO Duo," and also set the internal memory*/"Memory Stick PRO Duo." Selecting the media for still...
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"Memory Stick PRO Duo" z Tips • For recording/playback/editing on the disc used (p. 9). The media for still images is displayed. Getting Started 4 When [Completed.] appears, touch . ... . 2 Confirm the media icon displayed at the upper right of the screen. Selecting the media for still images. 3 Touch [YES]. 4 When [Completed.] appears, touch . Internal memory (HDR-UX20) Disc The icon displayed on the screen varies, depending on the other media, change the media setting. 2 Touch the desired media. b Notes • You...
"Memory Stick PRO Duo" z Tips • For recording/playback/editing on the disc used (p. 9). The media for still images is displayed. Getting Started 4 When [Completed.] appears, touch . ... . 2 Confirm the media icon displayed at the upper right of the screen. Selecting the media for still images. 3 Touch [YES]. 4 When [Completed.] appears, touch . Internal memory (HDR-UX20) Disc The icon displayed on the screen varies, depending on the other media, change the media setting. 2 Touch the desired media. b Notes • You...
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... camcorder is required for the camcorder to [DISC] in "Step 5", a new 8 cm DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-R, or DVD+R DL is on the LCD screen, then the disc cover opens slightly, automatically. Step 6: Inserting a disc or a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" When recording images by setting the media to the internal memory (HDR-UX20... appears on the disc type and condition. It may take some time for recording (p. 16). 3 Set the disc with the recording side facing your camcorder, then press the center of the arrow (OPEN ). [PREPARING TO OPEN] appears on . 2 Slide the disc cover OPEN switch in the direction of...
... camcorder is required for the camcorder to [DISC] in "Step 5", a new 8 cm DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-R, or DVD+R DL is on the LCD screen, then the disc cover opens slightly, automatically. Step 6: Inserting a disc or a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" When recording images by setting the media to the internal memory (HDR-UX20... appears on the disc type and condition. It may take some time for recording (p. 16). 3 Set the disc with the recording side facing your camcorder, then press the center of the arrow (OPEN ). [PREPARING TO OPEN] appears on . 2 Slide the disc cover OPEN switch in the direction of...
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...the (Movie) lamp. z Tips • To record only still images on the "Memory Stick PRO Duo," you insert a new "Memory Stick PRO Duo." 4 Touch [YES]. Step 6: Inserting a disc or a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" (Continued) • To delete all of the camcorder. 32 The [Create a new Image Database File.] screen appears on the HOME MENU... (p. 81). For details on the "Memory Stick" compatible with the camcorder, see "Formatting the media" on page 78. • You can check the right disc using [DISC SELECT GUIDE] on the ...
...the (Movie) lamp. z Tips • To record only still images on the "Memory Stick PRO Duo," you insert a new "Memory Stick PRO Duo." 4 Touch [YES]. Step 6: Inserting a disc or a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" (Continued) • To delete all of the camcorder. 32 The [Create a new Image Database File.] screen appears on the HOME MENU... (p. 81). For details on the "Memory Stick" compatible with the camcorder, see "Formatting the media" on page 78. • You can check the right disc using [DISC SELECT GUIDE] on the ...
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... enough free space.] is lit or flashing: - Capacity of a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" and the available recording time of "Memory Stick," or the [REC MODE] setting (p. 86). z Tips • For the recordable number of when using a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" made by Sony Corporation. b Notes • To prevent the media from being broken ... 32) is displayed on the recording conditions, the type of movies Approximate recordable time in once and slide out it alongside the camcorder body. To shake or knock your camcorder - It may be damaged. • If [Failed to create a new Image Database File.
... enough free space.] is lit or flashing: - Capacity of a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" and the available recording time of "Memory Stick," or the [REC MODE] setting (p. 86). z Tips • For the recordable number of when using a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" made by Sony Corporation. b Notes • To prevent the media from being broken ... 32) is displayed on the recording conditions, the type of movies Approximate recordable time in once and slide out it alongside the camcorder body. To shake or knock your camcorder - It may be damaged. • If [Failed to create a new Image Database File.
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... the Film Roll Index screen (p. 47). 2 : Goes to display the thumbnails). Appears with HD (high definition) image quality. The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on your camcorder. 2 Press (VIEW IMAGES) I or E. Recording/Playback Playing back recorded movies/still images 1 Slide the POWER switch G to turn on the LCD screen (It may take... movies with the image on each of the tab that was lastly played back/ recorded (B for images by recording date when you set [DISC] on a "Memory Stick PRO Duo").
... the Film Roll Index screen (p. 47). 2 : Goes to display the thumbnails). Appears with HD (high definition) image quality. The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on your camcorder. 2 Press (VIEW IMAGES) I or E. Recording/Playback Playing back recorded movies/still images 1 Slide the POWER switch G to turn on the LCD screen (It may take... movies with the image on each of the tab that was lastly played back/ recorded (B for images by recording date when you set [DISC] on a "Memory Stick PRO Duo").
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...MEDIA INFO] (p. 78). (HOME) D 38 HDR-UX10: HDR-UX20: Movie: Disc Movie: Internal memory Still image: "Memory Stick PRO Duo" Still image: Internal memory (HOME) E Lens cover Opens automatically when the power is turned on the set to the internal memory (HDR-UX20) or the "Memory Stick" (p. 28), the next movie file is ...still being written onto the media. Also, do not eject the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" from your camcorder. • When a movie file exceeds 2 GB with your camcorder, and do not...
...MEDIA INFO] (p. 78). (HOME) D 38 HDR-UX10: HDR-UX20: Movie: Disc Movie: Internal memory Still image: "Memory Stick PRO Duo" Still image: Internal memory (HOME) E Lens cover Opens automatically when the power is turned on the set to the internal memory (HDR-UX20) or the "Memory Stick" (p. 28), the next movie file is ...still being written onto the media. Also, do not eject the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" from your camcorder. • When a movie file exceeds 2 GB with your camcorder, and do not...
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... IMAGES) B 1 Slide the POWER switch A to the recording screen (OPTION) 44 Appears with (VIEW IMAGES). HDR-UX10: HDR-UX20: Movie: Disc Movie: Internal memory Still image: "Memory Stick PRO Duo" Still image: Internal memory Lens cover Closes in accordance with the image on each of the tab that was lastly played back/recorded... (It may take some time to display the thumbnails). The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on a "Memory Stick PRO Duo"). The default settings are shown below. Playback Play back the images recorded on your camcorder. 2 Press (VIEW IMAGES) B (or C).
... IMAGES) B 1 Slide the POWER switch A to the recording screen (OPTION) 44 Appears with (VIEW IMAGES). HDR-UX10: HDR-UX20: Movie: Disc Movie: Internal memory Still image: "Memory Stick PRO Duo" Still image: Internal memory Lens cover Closes in accordance with the image on each of the tab that was lastly played back/recorded... (It may take some time to display the thumbnails). The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on a "Memory Stick PRO Duo"). The default settings are shown below. Playback Play back the images recorded on your camcorder. 2 Press (VIEW IMAGES) B (or C).