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... photos (p. 21) Playing movies and photos on your camcorder (p. 21) Playing movies and photos on a connected TV (p. 24) Saving movies and photos on a disc Saving movies and photos with a computer (p. 26) You can create a disc with either high definition image quality (HD) or standard definition image quality (SD) from the internal hard disk...
... photos (p. 21) Playing movies and photos on your camcorder (p. 21) Playing movies and photos on a connected TV (p. 24) Saving movies and photos on a disc Saving movies and photos with a computer (p. 26) You can create a disc with either high definition image quality (HD) or standard definition image quality (SD) from the internal hard disk...
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...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 21 Playing images on a TV 24 Saving movies and photos with a computer ...photos 32 Starting PMB (Picture Motion Browser 33 Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc 33 Playing a high definition image quality (HD) disc on a computer 34 Creating a Blu-ray disc 34 Creating a standard definition image quality (SD) disc that can be played on ordinary DVD...
...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 21 Playing images on a TV 24 Saving movies and photos with a computer ...photos 32 Starting PMB (Picture Motion Browser 33 Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc 33 Playing a high definition image quality (HD) disc on a computer 34 Creating a Blu-ray disc 34 Creating a standard definition image quality (SD) disc that can be played on ordinary DVD...
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...writer/recorder 37 Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc with a DVD writer, etc. (USB cable connection 38 Creating a standard definition image quality (SD) disc with a recorder, etc. (A/V connecting cable connection 39 Making good use of your camcorder Deleting movies and photos 41 Coping ...internal hard disk to a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media 44 Customizing your camcorder with menus 45 Using the HELP function 45 Getting detailed information from the "Handycam Handbook 51 Additional information Troubleshooting 52 Precautions 54 Specifications 57 Screen indicators 61 Parts...
...writer/recorder 37 Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc with a DVD writer, etc. (USB cable connection 38 Creating a standard definition image quality (SD) disc with a recorder, etc. (A/V connecting cable connection 39 Making good use of your camcorder Deleting movies and photos 41 Coping ...internal hard disk to a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media 44 Customizing your camcorder with menus 45 Using the HELP function 45 Getting detailed information from the "Handycam Handbook 51 Additional information Troubleshooting 52 Precautions 54 Specifications 57 Screen indicators 61 Parts...
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... item appears. Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power source (p. 14). Connect your camcorder and TV referring to [TV CONNECT Guide]. You can connect your camcorder to output movies, movies are output with standard definition image quality (SD). Play back movies and photos on what type of [TV CONNECT Guide...
... item appears. Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power source (p. 14). Connect your camcorder and TV referring to [TV CONNECT Guide]. You can connect your camcorder to output movies, movies are output with standard definition image quality (SD). Play back movies and photos on what type of [TV CONNECT Guide...
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"PhotoTV HD" allows for details. By connecting Sony's PhotoTV HD-compatible devices using an HDMI cable (sold separately)* or the component... of your camcorder. Playback Make the required output settings on your PhotoTV HD- To connect a high definition TV via component video jacks: (HOME) (SETTINGS) [OUTPUT SETTINGS] [COMPONENT] [1080i/480i To connect a non-high-definition TV via...HOME) (SETTINGS) [GENERAL SET] [CTRL FOR HDMI] [ON On "PhotoTV HD" This camcorder is compatible with the "PhotoTV HD" standard.
"PhotoTV HD" allows for details. By connecting Sony's PhotoTV HD-compatible devices using an HDMI cable (sold separately)* or the component... of your camcorder. Playback Make the required output settings on your PhotoTV HD- To connect a high definition TV via component video jacks: (HOME) (SETTINGS) [OUTPUT SETTINGS] [COMPONENT] [1080i/480i To connect a non-high-definition TV via...HOME) (SETTINGS) [GENERAL SET] [CTRL FOR HDMI] [ON On "PhotoTV HD" This camcorder is compatible with the "PhotoTV HD" standard.
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Operation is not assured if the OS has been upgraded or in the AVCHD format. http://guide.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/mac/ ms/us/ Step 1 Checking the computer system OS*1 Microsoft Windows XP SP3*2/Windows Vista SP1*3 CPU Intel Pentium 4 2.8 GHz or... discs.) Display Minimum 1,024 × 768 dots Others USB port (this must be used with standard definition image quality (SD). Your camcorder may erase its contents without warning. Using the enclosed PC software, high definition footage can perform following website. To process photos using a Macintosh computer connected to websites To save...
Operation is not assured if the OS has been upgraded or in the AVCHD format. http://guide.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/mac/ ms/us/ Step 1 Checking the computer system OS*1 Microsoft Windows XP SP3*2/Windows Vista SP1*3 CPU Intel Pentium 4 2.8 GHz or... discs.) Display Minimum 1,024 × 768 dots Others USB port (this must be used with standard definition image quality (SD). Your camcorder may erase its contents without warning. Using the enclosed PC software, high definition footage can perform following website. To process photos using a Macintosh computer connected to websites To save...
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...is created. SD Standard definition image quality (SD) movie converted from high definition image quality (HD) movies or photos recorded on your disc player. Player Blu-ray disc playback devices (a Blu-ray disc player, PLAYSTATION3, etc.) AVCHD format playback devices (a Sony Blu-ray disc...DVD playback devices (a DVD player, a computer that suits your camcorder are described here. Saving movies and photos with high definition image quality (HD) (p. 33) Importing movies and photos to record high definition image quality (HD) movies of a longer duration than DVD ...
...is created. SD Standard definition image quality (SD) movie converted from high definition image quality (HD) movies or photos recorded on your disc player. Player Blu-ray disc playback devices (a Blu-ray disc player, PLAYSTATION3, etc.) AVCHD format playback devices (a Sony Blu-ray disc...DVD playback devices (a DVD player, a computer that suits your camcorder are described here. Saving movies and photos with high definition image quality (HD) (p. 33) Importing movies and photos to record high definition image quality (HD) movies of a longer duration than DVD ...
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... Touch Disc Burn. To create a standard definition image quality (SD) disc from high definition image quality (HD) movies, import movies to a computer first (p. 32), and then create a standard definition image quality (SD) disc (p. 35). Install "PMB" beforehand (p. 27), however, do not start "PMB." Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using...
... Touch Disc Burn. To create a standard definition image quality (SD) disc from high definition image quality (HD) movies, import movies to a computer first (p. 32), and then create a standard definition image quality (SD) disc (p. 35). Install "PMB" beforehand (p. 27), however, do not start "PMB." Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using...
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..."PMB." You can create either high definition image quality (HD) discs (Blu-ray disc/AVCHD format disc) (p. 33) or standard definition image quality (SD) discs (p. 35) from imported high definition image quality (HD) movies. See PMB Guide on your camcorder, and connect it to the computer using the AC... Back-up can select the drive or folder where the images are imported to your computer. See PMB Guide for movies and photos On the [Handycam Utility] screen in step 3 above, click [Easy PC Back-up ] [Import]. Changing the destination drive or folder for details (p. ...
..."PMB." You can create either high definition image quality (HD) discs (Blu-ray disc/AVCHD format disc) (p. 33) or standard definition image quality (SD) discs (p. 35) from imported high definition image quality (HD) movies. See PMB Guide on your camcorder, and connect it to the computer using the AC... Back-up can select the drive or folder where the images are imported to your computer. See PMB Guide for movies and photos On the [Handycam Utility] screen in step 3 above, click [Easy PC Back-up ] [Import]. Changing the destination drive or folder for details (p. ...
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...with a computer US 35 See the "Video Disc Copier" help on the operation. You cannot copy to standard definition (SD). Click [Start] [All Programs] [Sony Picture Utility] [Video Disc Copier] to your computer, and place an empty disc on the DVD drive...58320; See page 30 for the type of discs you can create a standard definition image quality (SD) disc by selecting movies and photos previously imported to start "PMB" also by clicking [Start] [All Programs] [Sony Picture Utility] [PMB]. 3 Click [Folders] or [Calendar...
...with a computer US 35 See the "Video Disc Copier" help on the operation. You cannot copy to standard definition (SD). Click [Start] [All Programs] [Sony Picture Utility] [Video Disc Copier] to your computer, and place an empty disc on the DVD drive...58320; See page 30 for the type of discs you can create a standard definition image quality (SD) disc by selecting movies and photos previously imported to start "PMB" also by clicking [Start] [All Programs] [Sony Picture Utility] [PMB]. 3 Click [Folders] or [Calendar...
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...Creating a standard definition image SD quality (SD) disc with a DVD writer, recorder US 37 Player AVCHD format playback devices (a Sony Blu-ray disc player, PLAYSTATION3, etc.) Choosing a method and disc type Creating a high definition image quality...definition image quality (HD) disc or a standard definition image quality (SD) disc from high definition image quality (HD) movies or photos recorded on your PLAYSTATION3 to create a Blu-ray disc. Saving images with a disc recorder, etc. (A/V connecting cable connection) (p. 39) Always maintain your camcorder...
...Creating a standard definition image SD quality (SD) disc with a DVD writer, recorder US 37 Player AVCHD format playback devices (a Sony Blu-ray disc player, PLAYSTATION3, etc.) Choosing a method and disc type Creating a high definition image quality...definition image quality (HD) disc or a standard definition image quality (SD) disc from high definition image quality (HD) movies or photos recorded on your PLAYSTATION3 to create a Blu-ray disc. Saving images with a disc recorder, etc. (A/V connecting cable connection) (p. 39) Always maintain your camcorder...
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...another device via the S VIDEO jack, by connecting your camcorder to the input jacks of the recording device. Refer also to a disc recorder or a Sony DVD writer, etc. Connect the A/V connecting cable to your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using an A/V... is equipped with A/V Remote Connector (p. 63). Select the recording media that contains movies you will be dubbed with standard definition image quality (SD). A/V connecting cable (supplied) Your camcorder is not necessary. A/V Remote Connector Input S VIDEO (Yellow) VIDEO (Yellow) (White) AUDIO (Red) Signal...
...another device via the S VIDEO jack, by connecting your camcorder to the input jacks of the recording device. Refer also to a disc recorder or a Sony DVD writer, etc. Connect the A/V connecting cable to your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using an A/V... is equipped with A/V Remote Connector (p. 63). Select the recording media that contains movies you will be dubbed with standard definition image quality (SD). A/V connecting cable (supplied) Your camcorder is not necessary. A/V Remote Connector Input S VIDEO (Yellow) VIDEO (Yellow) (White) AUDIO (Red) Signal...
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... the recording sound format (5.1ch surround./2ch stereo). AE SHIFT Adjusts the exposure. REMAINING SET........ REDEYE REDUC Prevents redeye when shooting with standard definition image quality (SD). US 47 Making good use of flash. REC MODE Sets the mode to the MANUAL dial (p. 42). WB SHIFT...horizontal to be displayed. Sets how the remaining recording time of the media is recommended. FLASH LEVEL Sets the brightness of your camcorder Optimizes the SteadyShot function and focus according to assign the file number. PHOTO SETTINGS IMAGE SIZE Sets the photo size. FILE NO...
... the recording sound format (5.1ch surround./2ch stereo). AE SHIFT Adjusts the exposure. REMAINING SET........ REDEYE REDUC Prevents redeye when shooting with standard definition image quality (SD). US 47 Making good use of flash. REC MODE Sets the mode to the MANUAL dial (p. 42). WB SHIFT...horizontal to be displayed. Sets how the remaining recording time of the media is recommended. FLASH LEVEL Sets the brightness of your camcorder Optimizes the SteadyShot function and focus according to assign the file number. PHOTO SETTINGS IMAGE SIZE Sets the photo size. FILE NO...
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... [MOVIE SETTINGS] [REC MODE]. US 58 High definition image quality (HD)/Standard definition image quality (SD) Recording condition: Recording mode [SP], LCD...recording mode is approximate time available using a fully charged battery pack. Expected recording time of your camcorder and accessories are subject to + 140 °F) Dimensions (approx.): 48 29 ... 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 10 m 50 h 10 m 101 h 0 m High definition image quality (HD) ...
... [MOVIE SETTINGS] [REC MODE]. US 58 High definition image quality (HD)/Standard definition image quality (SD) Recording condition: Recording mode [SP], LCD...recording mode is approximate time available using a fully charged battery pack. Expected recording time of your camcorder and accessories are subject to + 140 °F) Dimensions (approx.): 48 29 ... 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 10 m 50 h 10 m 101 h 0 m High definition image quality (HD) ...
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...HDR-XR500V HDR-XR520V 29 h 30 m 59 h 20 m 43 h 40 m 87 h 50 m 83 h 40 m 168 h 20 m 91 h 20 m 183 h 50 m Example of expected recording time of movies in a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media Recording mode [FH] [HQ] [SP] [LP] (5.1 ch)* [LP] (2 ch)* For 4 GB capacity in minute High definition (HD) Standard definition.... A Sony "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media is used. The recording time will vary depending on the recording conditions and the type of "Memory Stick" media used. On charging/recording/playback time Measured when using the camcorder at 25 ...
...HDR-XR500V HDR-XR520V 29 h 30 m 59 h 20 m 43 h 40 m 87 h 50 m 83 h 40 m 168 h 20 m 91 h 20 m 183 h 50 m Example of expected recording time of movies in a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media Recording mode [FH] [HQ] [SP] [LP] (5.1 ch)* [LP] (2 ch)* For 4 GB capacity in minute High definition (HD) Standard definition.... A Sony "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media is used. The recording time will vary depending on the recording conditions and the type of "Memory Stick" media used. On charging/recording/playback time Measured when using the camcorder at 25 ...
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...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...
...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...