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... fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like. HDRSerial No. Do not expose the batteries to rain or moisture. Refer to constitute a risk of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the space provided below. Model No. ACSerial No. Record... user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to these numbers whenever you call your Sony dealer regarding this product. US
... fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like. HDRSerial No. Do not expose the batteries to rain or moisture. Refer to constitute a risk of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the space provided below. Model No. ACSerial No. Record... user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to these numbers whenever you call your Sony dealer regarding this product. US
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... connected to the instructions. Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using your camcorder is turned off, AC power source (mains) is mishandled, the battery pack can help preserve our environment by Sony. Dispose of in a narrow space, such as hammering, dropping or stepping ... . Do not short circuit and do not allow metal objects to come into contact with the battery terminals. Do not expose to charge the battery with Sony battery charger or the device that may result. Excessive sound pressure from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately if...
... connected to the instructions. Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using your camcorder is turned off, AC power source (mains) is mishandled, the battery pack can help preserve our environment by Sony. Dispose of in a narrow space, such as hammering, dropping or stepping ... . Do not short circuit and do not allow metal objects to come into contact with the battery terminals. Do not expose to charge the battery with Sony battery charger or the device that may result. Excessive sound pressure from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately if...
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...more of FCC Rules. However, there is for a digital device pursuant to Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-XR500V Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may cause harmful interference to radio ... equipment. The number below is no guarantee that may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains perchlorate. Telephone number: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Canadian ICES-003. This Class B digital apparatus complies with...
...more of FCC Rules. However, there is for a digital device pursuant to Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-XR500V Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may cause harmful interference to radio ... equipment. The number below is no guarantee that may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains perchlorate. Telephone number: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Canadian ICES-003. This Class B digital apparatus complies with...
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... Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH60 (1) CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software" (1) "PMB" (software, including "PMB Guide") "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) See page 43 for a long time, fragmentation of the camcorder becomes extremely high ...Wireless Remote Commander. In this camcorder. The camcorder may be lost . Even if the camcorder is turned off and landing of an airplane (HDR-XR500V/XR520V). To protect the internal hard disk from shock by the camcorder may not be sure to...
... Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH60 (1) CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software" (1) "PMB" (software, including "PMB Guide") "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) See page 43 for a long time, fragmentation of the camcorder becomes extremely high ...Wireless Remote Commander. In this camcorder. The camcorder may be lost . Even if the camcorder is turned off and landing of an airplane (HDR-XR500V/XR520V). To protect the internal hard disk from shock by the camcorder may not be sure to...
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... battery pack 13 Charging the battery pack abroad 14 Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time 15 Changing the language setting 16 Recording Recording 17 Recording and playing movies and photos easily (Easy Handycam operation 20 Acquiring recording location information using the GPS (HDR-XR500V/XR520V 20 Playback Playback on the camcorder...
... battery pack 13 Charging the battery pack abroad 14 Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time 15 Changing the language setting 16 Recording Recording 17 Recording and playing movies and photos easily (Easy Handycam operation 20 Acquiring recording location information using the GPS (HDR-XR500V/XR520V 20 Playback Playback on the camcorder...
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... it in the direction of your camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket). Align the mark on the DC plug with that on the DC IN jack. US 13 Getting started Step 1: Charging the battery pack Getting started Battery pack AC Adaptor DC IN jack ...(wall socket) You can charge the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series) after attaching it to your camcorder. You cannot attach any "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack other than the H series to your camcorder. 1 Turn off when the battery pack is fully charged. 4 When the battery is charged, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the ...
... it in the direction of your camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket). Align the mark on the DC plug with that on the DC IN jack. US 13 Getting started Step 1: Charging the battery pack Getting started Battery pack AC Adaptor DC IN jack ...(wall socket) You can charge the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series) after attaching it to your camcorder. You cannot attach any "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack other than the H series to your camcorder. 1 Turn off when the battery pack is fully charged. 4 When the battery is charged, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the ...
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... abroad You can check the approximate amount of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with your camcorder is on, you can charge the battery pack in any operation for approximately 5 minutes, to save battery power ([A.SHUT OFF]). US 14 This may cause a malfunction. In the default setting, the...off . Do not short-circuit the DC plug of remaining battery power with the remaining battery indicator at the upper left on the battery pack and the AC Adaptor When you leave your camcorder without any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with any metallic ...
... abroad You can check the approximate amount of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with your camcorder is on, you can charge the battery pack in any operation for approximately 5 minutes, to save battery power ([A.SHUT OFF]). US 14 This may cause a malfunction. In the default setting, the...off . Do not short-circuit the DC plug of remaining battery power with the remaining battery indicator at the upper left on the battery pack and the AC Adaptor When you leave your camcorder without any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with any metallic ...
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...recording time of flash. CONVERSION LENS....... Optimizes the SteadyShot function and focus according to record movies. USB CONNECT USB CONNECT........... BATTERY INFO Displays the battery information. (MANAGE MEDIA) category MOVIE MEDIA SET p. 43 PHOTO MEDIA SET p. 43 MEDIA INFO Displays information on the ... balance. REMAINING SET........ FLASH LEVEL Sets the brightness of the media is recommended. US 47 Making good use of your camcorder Download music files that can be played with flash. TV CONNECT Guide p. 24 MUSIC TOOL DOWNLOAD MUSIC...... Emits infrared light...
...recording time of flash. CONVERSION LENS....... Optimizes the SteadyShot function and focus according to record movies. USB CONNECT USB CONNECT........... BATTERY INFO Displays the battery information. (MANAGE MEDIA) category MOVIE MEDIA SET p. 43 PHOTO MEDIA SET p. 43 MEDIA INFO Displays information on the ... balance. REMAINING SET........ FLASH LEVEL Sets the brightness of the media is recommended. US 47 Making good use of your camcorder Download music files that can be played with flash. TV CONNECT Guide p. 24 MUSIC TOOL DOWNLOAD MUSIC...... Emits infrared light...
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Be sure to save the data on the internal hard disk on the camcorder. The power does not turn on other media (backup) before sending your camcorder, depending on connecting your Sony dealer will not compensate you for any problems using a pointed object: (If you press the RESET ... into any loss of your computer. We will neither copy nor retain your data. See the Handycam Handbook (p. 51) for a while, then turn on. Attach a charged battery pack to the camcorder (p. 13). Connect the plug of this period. The recording media is not a malfunction...
Be sure to save the data on the internal hard disk on the camcorder. The power does not turn on other media (backup) before sending your camcorder, depending on connecting your Sony dealer will not compensate you for any problems using a pointed object: (If you press the RESET ... into any loss of your computer. We will neither copy nor retain your data. See the Handycam Handbook (p. 51) for a while, then turn on. Attach a charged battery pack to the camcorder (p. 13). Connect the plug of this period. The recording media is not a malfunction...
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... restart the computer, then connect the computer and your camcorder (p. 41). An incompatible "Memory Stick Duo" media is low. C:04: The battery pack is full. Inform them of your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Use an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series) (p. 13). Connect the DC plug of the...
... restart the computer, then connect the computer and your camcorder (p. 41). An incompatible "Memory Stick Duo" media is low. C:04: The battery pack is full. Inform them of your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Use an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series) (p. 13). Connect the DC plug of the...
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... fields or mechanical vibration. If sand or dust gets in your camcorder on DC 6.8 V/7.2 V (battery pack) or DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor). For DC or AC operation, use or store the camcorder and accessories in the sun. Sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired.... Near windows or outdoors, where the LCD screen, the viewfinder or the lens may not be repaired. If any solid object or liquid gets inside . When disconnecting the power cord (mains lead), pull it by a Sony...
... fields or mechanical vibration. If sand or dust gets in your camcorder on DC 6.8 V/7.2 V (battery pack) or DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor). For DC or AC operation, use or store the camcorder and accessories in the sun. Sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired.... Near windows or outdoors, where the LCD screen, the viewfinder or the lens may not be repaired. If any solid object or liquid gets inside . When disconnecting the power cord (mains lead), pull it by a Sony...
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...leave it with a soft cloth in the following to avoid damage to a wall outlet (wall socket) using your camcorder after charging the pre-installed rechargeable battery. Use your camcorder, the back of the lens clean with the LCD screen closed for a long period of time About care and...Sony service facility. Wash off . Use cleaning paper moistened with plenty of children's reach. LCD screen Do not exert excessive pressure on the LCD screen. If the battery is used in contact with rubber or vinyl objects for more than 24 hours. Procedures Connect your camcorder...
...leave it with a soft cloth in the following to avoid damage to a wall outlet (wall socket) using your camcorder after charging the pre-installed rechargeable battery. Use your camcorder, the back of the lens clean with the LCD screen closed for a long period of time About care and...Sony service facility. Wash off . Use cleaning paper moistened with plenty of children's reach. LCD screen Do not exert excessive pressure on the LCD screen. If the battery is used in contact with rubber or vinyl objects for more than 24 hours. Procedures Connect your camcorder...
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... information from the "Handycam Handbook"" (p. 51).) to somebody, it clicks. When the lithium battery becomes weak, the operating distance of the Wireless Remote Commander may shorten, or the Wireless Remote Commander may not function properly. Also, when you dispose of the camcorder, it is recommended ...the slit to pull out the battery case. Place a new battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Note on disposal/transfer of in the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media or format the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media on the tab, inset your camcorder or a computer, you may not...
... information from the "Handycam Handbook"" (p. 51).) to somebody, it clicks. When the lithium battery becomes weak, the operating distance of the Wireless Remote Commander may shorten, or the Wireless Remote Commander may not function properly. Also, when you dispose of the camcorder, it is recommended ...the slit to pull out the battery case. Place a new battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Note on disposal/transfer of in the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media or format the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media on the tab, inset your camcorder or a computer, you may not...
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...(1 1/2 ~ 18 in .) (w/ h/d) including the projecting parts, and the supplied rechargeable battery pack attached Mass (approx.): HDR-XR500: 490 g (1 lb 1 oz) main unit only 570 g (1 lb 4 oz) including the supplied rechargeable battery pack HDR-XR500V/XR520: 500 g (1 lb 1 oz) main unit only 580 g (1 lb 4... Effective (movie, 16:9): Approx. 4 150 000 pixels Effective (photo, 16:9): Approx. 4 500 000 pixels Effective (photo, 4:3): Approx. 6 000 000 pixels Lens: Sony G Lens 12 (Optical), 24 , 150 (Digital) Filter diameter: 37 mm (1 1/2 in.) F1.8 ~ 3.4 Focal length: f=5.5 ~ 66...
...(1 1/2 ~ 18 in .) (w/ h/d) including the projecting parts, and the supplied rechargeable battery pack attached Mass (approx.): HDR-XR500: 490 g (1 lb 1 oz) main unit only 570 g (1 lb 4 oz) including the supplied rechargeable battery pack HDR-XR500V/XR520: 500 g (1 lb 1 oz) main unit only 580 g (1 lb 4... Effective (movie, 16:9): Approx. 4 150 000 pixels Effective (photo, 16:9): Approx. 4 500 000 pixels Effective (photo, 4:3): Approx. 6 000 000 pixels Lens: Sony G Lens 12 (Optical), 24 , 150 (Digital) Filter diameter: 37 mm (1 1/2 in.) F1.8 ~ 3.4 Focal length: f=5.5 ~ 66...
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...repeat recording start/stop, turning the power on the AC Adaptor for the supplied battery pack (minute) Recording media Charging time (full charge) Continuous recording time Typical... 150 Recording and playback time is [HD SP] (p. 47). Expected recording time of your camcorder and accessories are subject to + 140 °F) Dimensions (approx.): 48 29 81...h 30 m 101 h 20 m Recording mode [HD FH] [HD HQ] [HD SP] [HD LP] (5.1 ch)* [HD LP] (2 ch)* Recording time HDR-XR500V HDR-XR520V 14 h 30 m 29 h 10 m 29 h 30 m 59 h 20 m 35 h 50 m 72 h 10 m 47 h 50 m 96 h...
...repeat recording start/stop, turning the power on the AC Adaptor for the supplied battery pack (minute) Recording media Charging time (full charge) Continuous recording time Typical... 150 Recording and playback time is [HD SP] (p. 47). Expected recording time of your camcorder and accessories are subject to + 140 °F) Dimensions (approx.): 48 29 81...h 30 m 101 h 20 m Recording mode [HD FH] [HD HQ] [HD SP] [HD LP] (5.1 ch)* [HD LP] (2 ch)* Recording time HDR-XR500V HDR-XR520V 14 h 30 m 29 h 10 m 29 h 30 m 59 h 20 m 35 h 50 m 72 h 10 m 47 h 50 m 96 h...
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... HOME button AUDIO MODE Self-timer recording GPS tracking status Current location Flash, REDEYE REDUC BLT-IN ZOOM MIC MICREF LEVEL low WIDE SELECT Remaining battery Return button Center Indicator [STBY]/[REC] Meaning Recording status Photo size Slide show set NightShot Warning Playback mode Upper right Indicator / 0:00:00...
... HOME button AUDIO MODE Self-timer recording GPS tracking status Current location Flash, REDEYE REDUC BLT-IN ZOOM MIC MICREF LEVEL low WIDE SELECT Remaining battery Return button Center Indicator [STBY]/[REC] Meaning Recording status Photo size Slide show set NightShot Warning Playback mode Upper right Indicator / 0:00:00...
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To turn off as you operate the POWER switch on your camcorder. A/V Remote Connector (24, 39) (USB) jack (27, 31, 32, 38) HDMI OUT (mini) jack (24) Remote sensor/Infrared port Lens (Sony G Lens) Flash (19) Camera recording lamp (49)... or battery power is reading or writing data. The accessory can be turned on , press and hold DISP down again. EASY button (20) GPS switch (HDR-XR500V/XR520V) (20) Access lamp ("Memory Stick PRO Duo" media) (44) While the lamp is lit or flashing, the camcorder is ...
To turn off as you operate the POWER switch on your camcorder. A/V Remote Connector (24, 39) (USB) jack (27, 31, 32, 38) HDMI OUT (mini) jack (24) Remote sensor/Infrared port Lens (Sony G Lens) Flash (19) Camera recording lamp (49)... or battery power is reading or writing data. The accessory can be turned on , press and hold DISP down again. EASY button (20) GPS switch (HDR-XR500V/XR520V) (20) Access lamp ("Memory Stick PRO Duo" media) (44) While the lamp is lit or flashing, the camcorder is ...
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..., it takes precedence over the builtin microphone. Grip belt (17) Hook for a shoulder belt Tripod receptacle (42) BATT (battery) release lever (14) Eyecup Viewfinder Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (15) ACCESS lamp (Hard... disk) (13) While the lamp is lit or flashing, the camcorder is reading or writing data. /CHG lamp (13) START/STOP button (17) DC IN jack (13) Power ...
..., it takes precedence over the builtin microphone. Grip belt (17) Hook for a shoulder belt Tripod receptacle (42) BATT (battery) release lever (14) Eyecup Viewfinder Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (15) ACCESS lamp (Hard... disk) (13) While the lamp is lit or flashing, the camcorder is reading or writing data. /CHG lamp (13) START/STOP button (17) DC IN jack (13) Power ...
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...battery pack..........13 Computer 26 Computer system 26 Copy 44 Copying a disc 35 Creating a disc 29, 37 Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc 33 Creating a standard definition image quality (SD) disc 35 D Delete 41 Destination drive or folder........32 Disc recorder 39 Dubbing 44 DVD writer 38 E Easy Handycam... operation.........20 Easy PC Back-up 32 Editing movies 36 F Format 41 H Handycam Handbook 51 HELP function 45 HOME MENU 45, 46 I Image quality 43 Install 27...
...battery pack..........13 Computer 26 Computer system 26 Copy 44 Copying a disc 35 Creating a disc 29, 37 Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc 33 Creating a standard definition image quality (SD) disc 35 D Delete 41 Destination drive or folder........32 Disc recorder 39 Dubbing 44 DVD writer 38 E Easy Handycam... operation.........20 Easy PC Back-up 32 Editing movies 36 F Format 41 H Handycam Handbook 51 HELP function 45 HOME MENU 45, 46 I Image quality 43 Install 27...