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... the set exhibits a distinct change in the operating instructions. IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS (Continued) Lightning For added protection for this indicates a need for long periods of any service or repairs to the set, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks (as the original parts. When the set . - This will often require extensive work by the manufacturer that the set to lightning and power-line surges. Replacement parts When replacement parts...
... the set exhibits a distinct change in the operating instructions. IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS (Continued) Lightning For added protection for this indicates a need for long periods of any service or repairs to the set, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks (as the original parts. When the set . - This will often require extensive work by the manufacturer that the set to lightning and power-line surges. Replacement parts When replacement parts...
Operating Guide
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... Rules. "PMB Guide" for a digital device pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. PRO Duo")* ("Memory Stick - However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in your camcorder with a computer connected (stored on , the user is encouraged to try to comply with an *(for VIDEO CAMERA) mark for help. If this before operating your camcorder. * Depending on the place you use Sony discs or discs with the...
... Rules. "PMB Guide" for a digital device pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. PRO Duo")* ("Memory Stick - However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in your camcorder with a computer connected (stored on , the user is encouraged to try to comply with an *(for VIDEO CAMERA) mark for help. If this before operating your camcorder. * Depending on the place you use Sony discs or discs with the...
Operating Guide
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... recorded images from the camcorder. - Continued , 7 to insert the connector plug in this manual. • You cannot use any way. to another device with "Memory Stick" compatible equipment, insert the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" into the terminal will damage the terminal and may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue, or green in any type of the (Movie)/ (Still) lamps (p. 25) or the ACCESS...
... recorded images from the camcorder. - Continued , 7 to insert the connector plug in this manual. • You cannot use any way. to another device with "Memory Stick" compatible equipment, insert the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" into the terminal will damage the terminal and may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue, or green in any type of the (Movie)/ (Still) lamps (p. 25) or the ACCESS...
Operating Guide
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... so might cause your camcorder if necessary (p. 26). Take images of your camcorder for trial recording (p. 38). • Compensation for HD (high definition) image quality recording. Change the screen language before operating your camcorder (Continued) Black point White, red, blue or green point • Exposing the LCD screen, the viewfinder, or the lens to direct sunlight for long periods of data occurs on the internal memory (HDR-UX20) or a "Memory Stick PRO Duo." In addition to...
... so might cause your camcorder if necessary (p. 26). Take images of your camcorder for trial recording (p. 38). • Compensation for HD (high definition) image quality recording. Change the screen language before operating your camcorder (Continued) Black point White, red, blue or green point • Exposing the LCD screen, the viewfinder, or the lens to direct sunlight for long periods of data occurs on the internal memory (HDR-UX20) or a "Memory Stick PRO Duo." In addition to...
Operating Guide
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... the media used. About this manual • The images of the LCD screen and the viewfinder used in this manual. • Design and specifications of light from a subject coming into the lens. The following marks are based on the model HDR-UX20. Internal memory Disc "Memory Stick PRO Duo" 9 The number value indicates the amount of recording media and other accessories are subject to change without notice. • The illustrations used on this manual are used to...
... the media used. About this manual • The images of the LCD screen and the viewfinder used in this manual. • Design and specifications of light from a subject coming into the lens. The following marks are based on the model HDR-UX20. Internal memory Disc "Memory Stick PRO Duo" 9 The number value indicates the amount of recording media and other accessories are subject to change without notice. • The illustrations used on this manual are used to...
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Playing a disc on other devices .... 76 Checking the media information ... 78 Formatting the media 78 Recording additional movies after finalizing 80 Finding the right disc (DISC SELECT GUIDE 81 Repairing the image database file 82 Preventing data on the internal memory of the camcorder from being recovered (HDR-UX20) .... 83 Customizing your camcorder What you can do with the (SETTINGS) category of the HOME MENU 84 Using the HOME MENU 84 List of the (SETTINGS) category items 84...
Playing a disc on other devices .... 76 Checking the media information ... 78 Formatting the media 78 Recording additional movies after finalizing 80 Finding the right disc (DISC SELECT GUIDE 81 Repairing the image database file 82 Preventing data on the internal memory of the camcorder from being recovered (HDR-UX20) .... 83 Customizing your camcorder What you can do with the (SETTINGS) category of the HOME MENU 84 Using the HOME MENU 84 List of the (SETTINGS) category items 84...
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... compatibility of the "Memory Stick" types, see page 6. For details on a side of a disc - - - - Formatting the used disc to play on other devices a (73) a -** a a Making additional recordings on the camcorder. Finalizing required to play on other devices (73) a Making additional recordings on a finalized disc (80) a Formatting the used disc to play the disc in diameter on a finalized a a a disc (80) - - Features of the media You can save images on the internal memory (HDR-UX20) or DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVDR, and DVD+R DL discs...
... compatibility of the "Memory Stick" types, see page 6. For details on a side of a disc - - - - Formatting the used disc to play on other devices a (73) a -** a a Making additional recordings on the camcorder. Finalizing required to play on other devices (73) a Making additional recordings on a finalized disc (80) a Formatting the used disc to play the disc in diameter on a finalized a a a disc (80) - - Features of the media You can save images on the internal memory (HDR-UX20) or DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVDR, and DVD+R DL discs...
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... the internal memory (HDR-UX20) or the "Memory Stick PRO Duo": Battery pack LCD panel opened* LCD panel closed Image quality HD SD NP-FH50 110 125 NP-FH60 (supplied) 145 165 NP-FH70 235 270 NP-FH100 535 600 HD SD 120 135 160 180 255 290 580 650 When the media is set to the disc: Battery pack LCD panel opened* LCD panel closed . 24 Available Playback time Approximate time...
... the internal memory (HDR-UX20) or the "Memory Stick PRO Duo": Battery pack LCD panel opened* LCD panel closed Image quality HD SD NP-FH50 110 125 NP-FH60 (supplied) 145 165 NP-FH70 235 270 NP-FH100 535 600 HD SD 120 135 160 180 255 290 580 650 When the media is set to the disc: Battery pack LCD panel opened* LCD panel closed . 24 Available Playback time Approximate time...
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... [REC MODE] setting (p. 86). It may cause a malfunction. To remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor - Note that there is not enough free space.] is lit or flashing: - b Notes • To prevent the media from being broken or recorded images from being lost, do not do the following when the access lamp (p. 32) is displayed on the recording conditions, the type of when using a "Memory Stick PRO Duo...
... [REC MODE] setting (p. 86). It may cause a malfunction. To remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor - Note that there is not enough free space.] is lit or flashing: - b Notes • To prevent the media from being broken or recorded images from being lost, do not do the following when the access lamp (p. 32) is displayed on the recording conditions, the type of when using a "Memory Stick PRO Duo...
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... playback speed by touching / during pause. • You can adjust the sound volume by touching (HOME) t (SETTINGS) t [SOUND SETTINGS] t [VOLUME], then touch /. • To switch the media for still images, set the media on [PHOTO MEDIA SET] (HDR-UX20) (p. 29). 36 Still images: Touch the tab and the still image to be played back. Movies: Touch the , or tab and the movie to be played back. The recording date/time* Previous/Next zTips • To switch the media for movies, set the media on [MOVIE MEDIA SET...
... playback speed by touching / during pause. • You can adjust the sound volume by touching (HOME) t (SETTINGS) t [SOUND SETTINGS] t [VOLUME], then touch /. • To switch the media for still images, set the media on [PHOTO MEDIA SET] (HDR-UX20) (p. 29). 36 Still images: Touch the tab and the still image to be played back. Movies: Touch the , or tab and the movie to be played back. The recording date/time* Previous/Next zTips • To switch the media for movies, set the media on [MOVIE MEDIA SET...
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...: 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 OFF (CHG), slide it while pressing the green button. (Movie) lamp (Still) lamp START/STOP B b Notes • If the ACCESS lamp (p. 30)/access lamp (p. 32) is lit or flashing after recording is finished, it means data is still being written onto the media. Also, do not remove the battery...
...: 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 OFF (CHG), slide it while pressing the green button. (Movie) lamp (Still) lamp START/STOP B b Notes • If the ACCESS lamp (p. 30)/access lamp (p. 32) is lit or flashing after recording is finished, it means data is still being written onto the media. Also, do not remove the battery...
Operating Guide
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... the power source (p. 22). Operation flow You can connect your camcorder (p. 51, 52). r Make the required output settings on your camcorder to the TV easily following the instructions displayed on the screen and the slide show is connected, and the connectors used. When [SLIDE SHOW SET] is set to be connected. Some settings may need to [ON] (the default setting), appear on the LCD screen, [TV CONNECT Guide]. b Notes • When recording, set [X.V.COLOR] to...
... the power source (p. 22). Operation flow You can connect your camcorder (p. 51, 52). r Make the required output settings on your camcorder to the TV easily following the instructions displayed on the screen and the slide show is connected, and the connectors used. When [SLIDE SHOW SET] is set to be connected. Some settings may need to [ON] (the default setting), appear on the LCD screen, [TV CONNECT Guide]. b Notes • When recording, set [X.V.COLOR] to...
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...) Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video input jack and connect the white (left or enter button of subtle textures and colors. The HDMI OUT jack outputs high quality images and digital audio. On "PhotoTV HD" This camcorder is compatible with the remote commander of your TV* by connecting your camcorder to send both video/audio signals. The TV input is as the VISUAL INDEX screen by pressing SYNC MENU button...
...) Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video input jack and connect the white (left or enter button of subtle textures and colors. The HDMI OUT jack outputs high quality images and digital audio. On "PhotoTV HD" This camcorder is compatible with the remote commander of your TV* by connecting your camcorder to send both video/audio signals. The TV input is as the VISUAL INDEX screen by pressing SYNC MENU button...
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... VCRs or DVD/HDD recorders. Connect the device in the computer. B A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO (optional) When connecting to another device via analog data transfer, the image quality may deteriorate. • To dub movies recorded with HD (high definition) image quality, install the application software (supplied) on your camcorder to other recording devices, such as a counter, etc.) on the screen of the monitor device connected, touch (HOME) t (SETTINGS) t [OUTPUT SETTINGS] t [DISP OUTPUT] t [LCD PANEL] (the default setting) (p. 95). • To record the date/time...
... VCRs or DVD/HDD recorders. Connect the device in the computer. B A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO (optional) When connecting to another device via analog data transfer, the image quality may deteriorate. • To dub movies recorded with HD (high definition) image quality, install the application software (supplied) on your camcorder to other recording devices, such as a counter, etc.) on the screen of the monitor device connected, touch (HOME) t (SETTINGS) t [OUTPUT SETTINGS] t [DISP OUTPUT] t [LCD PANEL] (the default setting) (p. 95). • To record the date/time...
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... touch . [COPIES]: Set number of copies of the image may be trimmed widely. • Some printer models may be printed. The still image recorded by connecting a printer directly to a digital video camera or digital still camera, regardless of the printer to your printer's instruction manual for details. • The still images described below may not be printed out: - Operate the POWER switch. - Touch to return to the image selection screen. 5 Touch (OPTION), set up...
... touch . [COPIES]: Set number of copies of the image may be trimmed widely. • Some printer models may be printed. The still image recorded by connecting a printer directly to a digital video camera or digital still camera, regardless of the printer to your printer's instruction manual for details. • The still images described below may not be printed out: - Operate the POWER switch. - Touch to return to the image selection screen. 5 Touch (OPTION), set up...
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... OPTION MENU (Continued) WHITE FADER BLACK FADER D.EFFECT (Digital effect) When you set [OLD MOVIE], appears and you move the power zoom lever. z Tips • You can record sound with directivity as a pale pastel drawing. LOW ( ) Records surround sound faithfully. Images appear as you can add an old movie effect to an image during recording. PICT.EFFECT (Picture effect) You can select the microphone level for recording conversations. PASTEL MICREF LEVEL (Mic reference level...
... OPTION MENU (Continued) WHITE FADER BLACK FADER D.EFFECT (Digital effect) When you set [OLD MOVIE], appears and you move the power zoom lever. z Tips • You can record sound with directivity as a pale pastel drawing. LOW ( ) Records surround sound faithfully. Images appear as you can add an old movie effect to an image during recording. PICT.EFFECT (Picture effect) You can select the microphone level for recording conversations. PASTEL MICREF LEVEL (Mic reference level...
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.... Buttons do not work . • During Easy Handycam operation (p. 34), you set the POWER switch to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer. • Overall operations/Easy Handycam operation/Remote Commander .......p. 109 • Batteries/Power sources p. 111 • LCD screen/viewfinder p. 111 • Media p. 112 • Recording p. 112 • Playing back images on your camcorder p. 114 • Playing back a disc on other devices p. 115 • Playing back a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" on other devices...
.... Buttons do not work . • During Easy Handycam operation (p. 34), you set the POWER switch to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer. • Overall operations/Easy Handycam operation/Remote Commander .......p. 109 • Batteries/Power sources p. 111 • LCD screen/viewfinder p. 111 • Media p. 112 • Recording p. 112 • Playing back images on your camcorder p. 114 • Playing back a disc on other devices p. 115 • Playing back a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" on other devices...
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... a battery into the battery holder with black paper. 110 Troubleshooting (Continued) - [SPOT METER] - [SCENE SELECTION] - [WHITE BAL.] - [COLOR SLOW SHTR] - [SUPER NIGHTSHOT] - [BLT-IN ZOOM MIC] - [MICREF LEVEL] Even if you use the supplied Remote Commander. • Select a commander mode other than DVD 2 for the following menu items are maintained the ones before Easy Handycam operation. - [MOVIE MEDIA SET] - [PHOTO MEDIA SET]* - [AUDIO MODE] - [WIDE SELECT] - [X.V.COLOR] - [SUB-T DATE] - [FLASH MODE] - [ INDEX SET] - [CONVERSION LENS] - [ IMAGE SIZE] - [FILE NO.] - [ DISPLAY] - [VOLUME...
... a battery into the battery holder with black paper. 110 Troubleshooting (Continued) - [SPOT METER] - [SCENE SELECTION] - [WHITE BAL.] - [COLOR SLOW SHTR] - [SUPER NIGHTSHOT] - [BLT-IN ZOOM MIC] - [MICREF LEVEL] Even if you use the supplied Remote Commander. • Select a commander mode other than DVD 2 for the following menu items are maintained the ones before Easy Handycam operation. - [MOVIE MEDIA SET] - [PHOTO MEDIA SET]* - [AUDIO MODE] - [WIDE SELECT] - [X.V.COLOR] - [SUB-T DATE] - [FLASH MODE] - [ INDEX SET] - [CONVERSION LENS] - [ IMAGE SIZE] - [FILE NO.] - [ DISPLAY] - [VOLUME...
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... compatible with 8-bit parallel data transfer, but it . • Do not insert anything other than a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" into a Memory Stick Duo adaptor, make a back-up of important data on the hard disk of a standard "Memory Stick," with "Memory Stick PRO Duo." • This product cannot record or play data that records and transfers the contents in malfunctions of the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" and "Memory Stick PRO Duo" compliant product you eject the "Memory Stick PRO Duo," or turn off your camcorder...
... compatible with 8-bit parallel data transfer, but it . • Do not insert anything other than a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" into a Memory Stick Duo adaptor, make a back-up of important data on the hard disk of a standard "Memory Stick," with "Memory Stick PRO Duo." • This product cannot record or play data that records and transfers the contents in malfunctions of the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" and "Memory Stick PRO Duo" compliant product you eject the "Memory Stick PRO Duo," or turn off your camcorder...
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... prevent charging noise being recorded. • You cannot use an external flash (optional) and the built-in .)) to operate your accessory for fixing the installed accessory securely. Flashes when remaining media space or battery power is connected, it to the operating instructions supplied with an external flash (optional) connected to the accessory shoe, turn off as a video light, a flash, or a microphone. A Built-in red during recording. E Camera recording lamp (96) Lights up in microphone (40) An Active Interface Shoe compatible microphone...
... prevent charging noise being recorded. • You cannot use an external flash (optional) and the built-in .)) to operate your accessory for fixing the installed accessory securely. Flashes when remaining media space or battery power is connected, it to the operating instructions supplied with an external flash (optional) connected to the accessory shoe, turn off as a video light, a flash, or a microphone. A Built-in red during recording. E Camera recording lamp (96) Lights up in microphone (40) An Active Interface Shoe compatible microphone...
