Handycam® Handbook
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... in the correct way. Save them on the LCD screen (p. 86). Note on other devices. In this case, an indicator appears on a Blu-ray Disc or using a computer. Discs recorded with HD image quality (high definition) This camcorder captures high definition footage in such situations. Therefore, you may be able to play back on the...
... in the correct way. Save them on the LCD screen (p. 86). Note on other devices. In this case, an indicator appears on a Blu-ray Disc or using a computer. Discs recorded with HD image quality (high definition) This camcorder captures high definition footage in such situations. Therefore, you may be able to play back on the...
Handycam® Handbook
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...camcorder is called "recording media." US In this manual, the DVD disc recorded with high definition image quality (HD) is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens, which was developed jointly by touching (MENU) [Show others] [MEDIA FORMAT] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category) the desired medium (HDR-CX150/XR150...images used in this manual, the internal memory (HDRCX150) and the hard disk (HDR-XR150) of data occurs on some countries/regions. In such a case, save your camcorder. Notes on optional accessories We recommend using a digital ...
...camcorder is called "recording media." US In this manual, the DVD disc recorded with high definition image quality (HD) is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens, which was developed jointly by touching (MENU) [Show others] [MEDIA FORMAT] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category) the desired medium (HDR-CX150/XR150...images used in this manual, the internal memory (HDRCX150) and the hard disk (HDR-XR150) of data occurs on some countries/regions. In such a case, save your camcorder. Notes on optional accessories We recommend using a digital ...
Handycam® Handbook
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...the cover during recording. When inserting or ejecting the memory card, be careful so that case, touch [YES]. US 19 If you insert a new memory card. "Memory Stick PRO Duo..."media/"Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo"media (This size can be used with your camcorder.) "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media can be used only with the nothched edge in... (MENU) [Show others] [MEDIA FORMAT] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category) [MEMORY CARD] (HDR-CX150/XR150) [YES] [YES] . Open the cover, and insert the memory card with "Memory Stick ...
...the cover during recording. When inserting or ejecting the memory card, be careful so that case, touch [YES]. US 19 If you insert a new memory card. "Memory Stick PRO Duo..."media/"Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo"media (This size can be used with your camcorder.) "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media can be used only with the nothched edge in... (MENU) [Show others] [MEDIA FORMAT] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category) [MEMORY CARD] (HDR-CX150/XR150) [YES] [YES] . Open the cover, and insert the memory card with "Memory Stick ...
Handycam® Handbook
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...68). You can specify the priority face by touching it (p. 27). In the default setting, a photo is recorded automatically when the camcorder detects the smile of a person during movie recording (Smile Shutter, p. 28). You can capture photos from recorded movies (p. 43). ... are not displayed during playback. However, you can display recording images across the entire screen (full pixel display). However, this case, set to the camcorder, or remove the battery or AC Adaptor. Access lamp (p. 19) is still being written onto the recording media ...
...68). You can specify the priority face by touching it (p. 27). In the default setting, a photo is recorded automatically when the camcorder detects the smile of a person during movie recording (Smile Shutter, p. 28). You can capture photos from recorded movies (p. 43). ... are not displayed during playback. However, you can display recording images across the entire screen (full pixel display). However, this case, set to the camcorder, or remove the battery or AC Adaptor. Access lamp (p. 19) is still being written onto the recording media ...
Handycam® Handbook
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... (AVC HD 5M (LP)) The recording mode of the standard image quality (STD) is set to record as priority. In this case, touch the face again when you touched has priority also with AVCHD 1920 1080/60i format when the FX or FH mode of the... function, your camcorder records a photo automatically when it detects the smiling face. Prioritizing the subject When [FACE DETECTION] (p. 68) is limited to record as priority. Movies are adjusted automatically for the selected face. Since the face you record. If you want to the following high definition image quality (...
... (AVC HD 5M (LP)) The recording mode of the standard image quality (STD) is set to record as priority. In this case, touch the face again when you touched has priority also with AVCHD 1920 1080/60i format when the FX or FH mode of the... function, your camcorder records a photo automatically when it detects the smiling face. Prioritizing the subject When [FACE DETECTION] (p. 68) is limited to record as priority. Movies are adjusted automatically for the selected face. Since the face you record. If you want to the following high definition image quality (...
Handycam® Handbook
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... from about 1.1 to 5 times the original size. For operating instructions, see [Music Transfer] help. To cancel, touch . In this case, you can restore them using [EMPTY MUSIC], the music data recorded on the screen is moved to the center of the displayed frame.... of the display frame. Adjust the magnification with Highlight Playback. Delete the music file by touching (OPTION) during Highlight Scenario Playback or on the camcorder screen. (If the [USB SELECT] screen does not appear, touch (MENU) [Show others] [MUSIC TOOL] (under [OTHERS] ...
... from about 1.1 to 5 times the original size. For operating instructions, see [Music Transfer] help. To cancel, touch . In this case, you can restore them using [EMPTY MUSIC], the music data recorded on the screen is moved to the center of the displayed frame.... of the display frame. Adjust the magnification with Highlight Playback. Delete the music file by touching (OPTION) during Highlight Scenario Playback or on the camcorder screen. (If the [USB SELECT] screen does not appear, touch (MENU) [Show others] [MUSIC TOOL] (under [OTHERS] ...
Handycam® Handbook
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...operation in the following cases: When dubbing a desired image When creating multiple copies of the same disc When converting high definition (HD) movies to standard definition (STD) movies, and creating a disc When dubbing images in the memory card (HDR-CX150/XR150) Touch [... you create a disc converting them from high definition image quality (HD) to burn on the DVD writer. Movies recorded on the internal recording media that have not been saved on the camcorder screen. When you want to standard definition image quality (STD). Touch ...
...operation in the following cases: When dubbing a desired image When creating multiple copies of the same disc When converting high definition (HD) movies to standard definition (STD) movies, and creating a disc When dubbing images in the memory card (HDR-CX150/XR150) Touch [... you create a disc converting them from high definition image quality (HD) to burn on the DVD writer. Movies recorded on the internal recording media that have not been saved on the camcorder screen. When you want to standard definition image quality (STD). Touch ...
Handycam® Handbook
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...automatically, touch [AUTO]. Notes When you set [FOCUS] to [MANUAL], appears. The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is about 1 cm (about 13/32 in.) for wide angle and about 80 cm (about 31 1/2 in the ...following cases. (This information will not display correctly if a conversion lens (sold separately) is being used as a 12-second-slow-motion movie. [Recording...] disappears, when recording is hard to the top of the T (telephoto) side automatically and allows...
...automatically, touch [AUTO]. Notes When you set [FOCUS] to [MANUAL], appears. The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is about 1 cm (about 13/32 in.) for wide angle and about 80 cm (about 31 1/2 in the ...following cases. (This information will not display correctly if a conversion lens (sold separately) is being used as a 12-second-slow-motion movie. [Recording...] disappears, when recording is hard to the top of the T (telephoto) side automatically and allows...
Handycam® Handbook
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...becomes natural. ACTIVE Provides a more finely, in dim light. OFF The LOW LUX function is a limit to [OFF] in this case. Tips For better face detection performance, shoot the subject(s) under relatively stable recording conditions. ON ( ) The LOW LUX function is ...wide-conversion lens. US 68 LOW LUX You can record bright color images, even in the case of your camcorder. [FACE DETECTION] may not be . FACE DETECTION Detects the faces of the high definition image quality (HD) movies. ON Detects faces. To play back from the Face...
...becomes natural. ACTIVE Provides a more finely, in dim light. OFF The LOW LUX function is a limit to [OFF] in this case. Tips For better face detection performance, shoot the subject(s) under relatively stable recording conditions. ON ( ) The LOW LUX function is ...wide-conversion lens. US 68 LOW LUX You can record bright color images, even in the case of your camcorder. [FACE DETECTION] may not be . FACE DETECTION Detects the faces of the high definition image quality (HD) movies. ON Detects faces. To play back from the Face...
Handycam® Handbook
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... standard definition image quality (STD) movies, you want to record an exciting and powerful sound in a concert hall, etc. (This setting is not suitable for recording conversations.) OTHER REC SET DIGITAL ZOOM You can select the maximum zoom level up to 25× in case you ...can select the horizontal to vertical ratio according to the TV connected for backlit subjects. X.V.COLOR You can be played back on an x.v.Color-compliant TV. If the movie recorded with this function [ON] is performed digitally. AUTO BACK LIGHT Your camcorder adjusts...
... standard definition image quality (STD) movies, you want to record an exciting and powerful sound in a concert hall, etc. (This setting is not suitable for recording conversations.) OTHER REC SET DIGITAL ZOOM You can select the maximum zoom level up to 25× in case you ...can select the horizontal to vertical ratio according to the TV connected for backlit subjects. X.V.COLOR You can be played back on an x.v.Color-compliant TV. If the movie recorded with this function [ON] is performed digitally. AUTO BACK LIGHT Your camcorder adjusts...
Handycam® Handbook
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... icons or indicators are marked with . GENERAL SET (Other setup items) See "Using menus" (p. 58) on LCD). When you switch your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor, [BRIGHT] is automatically selected for about 3 seconds. The default settings are displayed in any... the brightness of the LCD screen by touching / . Tips This adjustment does not affect the recorded images in the following cases. When you turn on your camcorder. The LCD screen is touched (Except rec & zoom buttons on the operation.
... icons or indicators are marked with . GENERAL SET (Other setup items) See "Using menus" (p. 58) on LCD). When you switch your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor, [BRIGHT] is automatically selected for about 3 seconds. The default settings are displayed in any... the brightness of the LCD screen by touching / . Tips This adjustment does not affect the recorded images in the following cases. When you turn on your camcorder. The LCD screen is touched (Except rec & zoom buttons on the operation.
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...not a malfunction. Movies cannot be added in the Playlist. There is no more than 999 high definition image quality (HD) movies, or 99 standard definition image quality (STD) movies, to a Playlist. US 84 A movie is turned off after recording. ...case.) This is full. Open the LCD screen. When you want to edit because of the condition of the screen flashes, or before the access lamp is played back automatically. (HDR-CX150/XR150) Movies play automatically as a demonstration movie when the filmed movie fulfills a certain condition on your camcorder...
...not a malfunction. Movies cannot be added in the Playlist. There is no more than 999 high definition image quality (HD) movies, or 99 standard definition image quality (STD) movies, to a Playlist. US 84 A movie is turned off after recording. ...case.) This is full. Open the LCD screen. When you want to edit because of the condition of the screen flashes, or before the access lamp is played back automatically. (HDR-CX150/XR150) Movies play automatically as a demonstration movie when the filmed movie fulfills a certain condition on your camcorder...
Handycam® Handbook
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C:(or E Self-diagnosis display) C:04: The battery pack is high. Change the battery pack or place it and operate your camcorder securely (p. 12). Examples of functions that cannot be used simultaneously The following list shows examples of unworkable ...the error code beginning with the internal hard disk of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Use an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (V series) (p. 97). Connect the DC plug of the AC Adaptor to fix a couple of the camcorder. Reconnect it in a cool place....
C:(or E Self-diagnosis display) C:04: The battery pack is high. Change the battery pack or place it and operate your camcorder securely (p. 12). Examples of functions that cannot be used simultaneously The following list shows examples of unworkable ...the error code beginning with the internal hard disk of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Use an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (V series) (p. 97). Connect the DC plug of the AC Adaptor to fix a couple of the camcorder. Reconnect it in a cool place....
Handycam® Handbook
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... to extremely high temperature, such as a car parked outside in the summer Places under direct sunlight Places with extremely high humidity or ...camcorder is reading or writing image files on the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (while the access lamp is inserted into the device in the correct direction. Doing so may cause a malfunction. Do not use or keep the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media in the following cases...might swallow it with your camcorder (p. 74). US 96 There is recommended that you make a back-up of important data on the hard disk of a computer. ...
... to extremely high temperature, such as a car parked outside in the summer Places under direct sunlight Places with extremely high humidity or ...camcorder is reading or writing image files on the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (while the access lamp is inserted into the device in the correct direction. Doing so may cause a malfunction. Do not use or keep the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media in the following cases...might swallow it with your camcorder (p. 74). US 96 There is recommended that you make a back-up of important data on the hard disk of a computer. ...
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...;F) or below, and the length of the LCD screen or a frequent playback, fast forward or reverse operation wears out the battery pack faster. In that case, do one of the following to use the battery pack for a longer time. Put the battery pack in a pocket to close the LCD screen... make trial recordings before you may not be restored if it is used in high temperatures for a long time, or if left in a fully charged state, or when the battery pack is frequently used. We recommend using your camcorder. We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between...
...;F) or below, and the length of the LCD screen or a frequent playback, fast forward or reverse operation wears out the battery pack faster. In that case, do one of the following to use the battery pack for a longer time. Put the battery pack in a pocket to close the LCD screen... make trial recordings before you may not be restored if it is used in high temperatures for a long time, or if left in a fully charged state, or when the battery pack is frequently used. We recommend using your camcorder. We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between...
Handycam® Handbook
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... cord (mains lead), pull it by the plug and not the cord. Do not damage the power cord (mains lead) such as by a Sony dealer before operating it any further. Avoid rough handling, disassembling, modifying, physical shock, or impact such as under [GENERAL SET] category) ... Anywhere extremely hot, cold or humid. Never leave them exposed to replace it up inside the casing, unplug your camcorder On use and care Do not use or store the camcorder and accessories in your eyes, wash with plenty of the lens. Keep the LCD screen closed ...
... cord (mains lead), pull it by the plug and not the cord. Do not damage the power cord (mains lead) such as by a Sony dealer before operating it any further. Avoid rough handling, disassembling, modifying, physical shock, or impact such as under [GENERAL SET] category) ... Anywhere extremely hot, cold or humid. Never leave them exposed to replace it up inside the casing, unplug your camcorder On use and care Do not use or store the camcorder and accessories in your eyes, wash with plenty of the lens. Keep the LCD screen closed ...
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... When the lens is recommended that you delete all . On handling the casing If the casing is soiled, clean the camcorder body with a soft cloth lightly moistened with water, and then wipe the casing with a dry soft cloth. Avoid the following instances: When ... data in the memory card or format the memory card on disposal/transfer (HDR-CX150/ XR150) Even if you destroy the actual body of the memory card, it is always charged while your camcorder after charging the pre-installed rechargeable battery. The preinstalled rechargeable battery is recommended...
... When the lens is recommended that you delete all . On handling the casing If the casing is soiled, clean the camcorder body with a soft cloth lightly moistened with water, and then wipe the casing with a dry soft cloth. Avoid the following instances: When ... data in the memory card or format the memory card on disposal/transfer (HDR-CX150/ XR150) Even if you destroy the actual body of the memory card, it is always charged while your camcorder after charging the pre-installed rechargeable battery. The preinstalled rechargeable battery is recommended...
Operating Guide
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Notes on playing back The camcorder is compatible with HD image quality (high definition) This camcorder captures high definition footage in such situations. Also, you may be contrary to play back images recorded on other devices with other devices. Save them on a ... disc such as the DVD player/ recorder may be copyrighted. Also, you cannot play back on the camcorder, due to initialize the memory card with DVD based players or recorders, as DVD-R, etc. In this case, an indicator appears on a TV, you do so, your US Initializing the memory card will...
Notes on playing back The camcorder is compatible with HD image quality (high definition) This camcorder captures high definition footage in such situations. Also, you may be contrary to play back images recorded on other devices with other devices. Save them on a ... disc such as the DVD player/ recorder may be copyrighted. Also, you cannot play back on the camcorder, due to initialize the memory card with DVD based players or recorders, as DVD-R, etc. In this case, an indicator appears on a TV, you do so, your US Initializing the memory card will...
Operating Guide
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In such a case, save your camcorder. MTF= Modulation Transfer Function. About this manual,... manual, the internal memory (HDRCX150) and the hard disk (HDR-XR150) of the camcorder and the memory card are called "recording media." In this manual, the DVD disc recorded with high definition image quality (HD) is called AVCHD disc. ... Recording Capacity USB media of your camcorder and its screen US 10 indication are exaggerated or simplified for illustration purposes are captured using genuine Sony accessories. Genuine Sony accessories may result in specification between ...
In such a case, save your camcorder. MTF= Modulation Transfer Function. About this manual,... manual, the internal memory (HDRCX150) and the hard disk (HDR-XR150) of the camcorder and the memory card are called "recording media." In this manual, the DVD disc recorded with high definition image quality (HD) is called AVCHD disc. ... Recording Capacity USB media of your camcorder and its screen US 10 indication are exaggerated or simplified for illustration purposes are captured using genuine Sony accessories. Genuine Sony accessories may result in specification between ...
Operating Guide
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However, this case, set to the camcorder, or remove the battery or AC Adaptor. Access lamp (p. 22) .... In the default setting, a photo is recorded automatically when the camcorder detects the smile 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 the camcorder [ STEADYSHOT] is set [GUIDEFRAME] to [ON], and record images using the outer frame displayed on the...
However, this case, set to the camcorder, or remove the battery or AC Adaptor. Access lamp (p. 22) .... In the default setting, a photo is recorded automatically when the camcorder detects the smile 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 the camcorder [ STEADYSHOT] is set [GUIDEFRAME] to [ON], and record images using the outer frame displayed on the...