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... the following parts, and also do not hold the camcorder by the jack covers. Read this first Supplied items The numbers in ( ) are the supplied quantity. AC Adaptor (1) Power cord (Mains lead) (1) A/V ...; CD-ROM "Manuals for Digital HD Video Camera Recorder" (1) "Operating Guide" (2) Lens hood Panel EVF block LCD panel Battery pack Microphone Viewfinder The camcorder is not available under the current recording or playback conditions. See page 21 for the memory card you can use with this...
... the following parts, and also do not hold the camcorder by the jack covers. Read this first Supplied items The numbers in ( ) are the supplied quantity. AC Adaptor (1) Power cord (Mains lead) (1) A/V ...; CD-ROM "Manuals for Digital HD Video Camera Recorder" (1) "Operating Guide" (2) Lens hood Panel EVF block LCD panel Battery pack Microphone Viewfinder The camcorder is not available under the current recording or playback conditions. See page 21 for the memory card you can use with this...
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... during recording under fluorescent lights. Therefore, you cannot play back images recorded with high definition image quality (HD) on the camcorder with your camcorder. Standard (STD) image quality movies recorded on SD memory cards cannot be able to malfunction. The... LCD screen and the viewfinder are manufactured using the camcorder if necessary (p. 17). Also, you need a NTSC system-based TV. Television programs, films, video tapes, and other manufacturers...
... during recording under fluorescent lights. Therefore, you cannot play back images recorded with high definition image quality (HD) on the camcorder with your camcorder. Standard (STD) image quality movies recorded on SD memory cards cannot be able to malfunction. The... LCD screen and the viewfinder are manufactured using the camcorder if necessary (p. 17). Also, you need a NTSC system-based TV. Television programs, films, video tapes, and other manufacturers...
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... images, perform [MEDIA FORMAT] If you can save all your camcorder and accessories are captured using genuine Sony accessories. Genuine Sony accessories may result in the correct way. Note on the camcorder/battery pack temperature When the temperature of the camcorder using an external media (p. 62, 64). If you cannot record/play...
... images, perform [MEDIA FORMAT] If you can save all your camcorder and accessories are captured using genuine Sony accessories. Genuine Sony accessories may result in the correct way. Note on the camcorder/battery pack temperature When the temperature of the camcorder using an external media (p. 62, 64). If you cannot record/play...
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... memory card when the access lamp (p. 22) is lit or flashing removing the battery pack or AC Adaptor from the camcorder, or applying mechanical shock or vibration to the camcorder when the (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (p. 23) or the access lamp (p. 22) are lit or flashing When using a shoulder belt (sold...
... memory card when the access lamp (p. 22) is lit or flashing removing the battery pack or AC Adaptor from the camcorder, or applying mechanical shock or vibration to the camcorder when the (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (p. 23) or the access lamp (p. 22) are lit or flashing When using a shoulder belt (sold...
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... (Smile Shutter 30 Recording high quality photos during movie recording (Dual Rec 31 Controlling the image settings manually with the RING 31 Playback on the camcorder 33 US
... (Smile Shutter 30 Recording high quality photos during movie recording (Dual Rec 31 Controlling the image settings manually with the RING 31 Playback on the camcorder 33 US
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... images on a TV 40 Connecting to a high definition TV 40 Connecting to a non-high-definition 16:9 (wide) or 4:3 TV 42 Making good use of your camcorder Deleting movies and photos 44 Protecting recorded movies and photos (Protect 45 Dividing a movie 46 Capturing a photo from a movie 47 Dubbing/copying movies and photos...
... images on a TV 40 Connecting to a high definition TV 40 Connecting to a non-high-definition 16:9 (wide) or 4:3 TV 42 Making good use of your camcorder Deleting movies and photos 44 Protecting recorded movies and photos (Protect 45 Dividing a movie 46 Capturing a photo from a movie 47 Dubbing/copying movies and photos...
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... quality (HD) disc with a DVD writer, etc., other than DVDirect Express 69 Creating a standard definition image quality (STD) disc with a recorder, etc 70 Customizing your camcorder Using menus 72 Operating menus 72 Using MY MENU 73 Using the OPTION MENU 74 Menu lists 75 MANUAL SETTINGS (Items to adjust for scene...
... quality (HD) disc with a DVD writer, etc., other than DVDirect Express 69 Creating a standard definition image quality (STD) disc with a recorder, etc 70 Customizing your camcorder Using menus 72 Operating menus 72 Using MY MENU 73 Using the OPTION MENU 74 Menu lists 75 MANUAL SETTINGS (Items to adjust for scene...
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... Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack 103 Expected recording time of movies 103 Expected number of recordable photos 104 Using your camcorder abroad 106 Maintenance and precautions 108 About the AVCHD format 108 About the memory card 108 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 109 About x.v.Color 110...
... Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack 103 Expected recording time of movies 103 Expected number of recordable photos 104 Using your camcorder abroad 106 Maintenance and precautions 108 About the AVCHD format 108 About the memory card 108 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 109 About x.v.Color 110...
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Getting started Attaching the eyecup Attach the eyecup aligned with the eyecup groove in the direction of the arrow. You can attach the eyecup facing either the right or left side. Attaching the lens hood Align the marks on the lens hood to those on the camcorder, and turn the lens hood in the viewfinder. US 11 Attach the eyecup securely until it fits the corresponding part properly.
Getting started Attaching the eyecup Attach the eyecup aligned with the eyecup groove in the direction of the arrow. You can attach the eyecup facing either the right or left side. Attaching the lens hood Align the marks on the lens hood to those on the camcorder, and turn the lens hood in the viewfinder. US 11 Attach the eyecup securely until it fits the corresponding part properly.
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US 12 Then attach the grip belt to the camcorder again. Attaching the lens cap Attach the lens cap by leading the grip belt through the attachment on the lens cap string. To remove the Lens hood Turn the lens hood cover in the direction of the arrow as illustrated while pressing the lever on its sides. Remove the grip belt and attach the lens cap by pressing both knobs on the lens hood cover. Tips If you attach, remove or adjust an 37 mm (1 1/2 in.) PL filter or MC protector, remove the lens hood.
US 12 Then attach the grip belt to the camcorder again. Attaching the lens cap Attach the lens cap by leading the grip belt through the attachment on the lens cap string. To remove the Lens hood Turn the lens hood cover in the direction of the arrow as illustrated while pressing the lever on its sides. Remove the grip belt and attach the lens cap by pressing both knobs on the lens hood cover. Tips If you attach, remove or adjust an 37 mm (1 1/2 in.) PL filter or MC protector, remove the lens hood.
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... DC plug with that the mark on the DC plug is fully charged. Be sure that on your camcorder. 4 Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to your camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket). The CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery pack is facing to... AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack of the arrow while pressing it until it to your camcorder. Notes You cannot attach any "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack other than the L series to your camcorder. 1 Slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) (the default setting). 2 Attach the battery pack to the ...
... DC plug with that the mark on the DC plug is fully charged. Be sure that on your camcorder. 4 Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to your camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket). The CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery pack is facing to... AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack of the arrow while pressing it until it to your camcorder. Notes You cannot attach any "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack other than the L series to your camcorder. 1 Slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) (the default setting). 2 Attach the battery pack to the ...
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... the battery pack." 5 When the battery is charged, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack of remaining battery power with the camcorder at the upper left on the LCD screen. Charging time Approximate time (min.) required when you can check the approximate amount of your... camcorder. Tips See page 103 on recording and playing time. When your camcorder is not discharged. Even if the battery pack is attached, the battery pack is on, you ...
... the battery pack." 5 When the battery is charged, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack of remaining battery power with the camcorder at the upper left on the LCD screen. Charging time Approximate time (min.) required when you can check the approximate amount of your... camcorder. Tips See page 103 on recording and playing time. When your camcorder is not discharged. Even if the battery pack is attached, the battery pack is on, you ...
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...not attached correctly. The battery pack is damaged. The temperature of the battery pack is low. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from your camcorder and put it in a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture. Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC ...Adaptor or battery terminal with your camcorder. Do not use an electronic voltage transformer. US 15 Getting started Charging the battery pack abroad You can charge the battery pack in a ...
...not attached correctly. The battery pack is damaged. The temperature of the battery pack is low. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from your camcorder and put it in a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture. Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC ...Adaptor or battery terminal with your camcorder. Do not use an electronic voltage transformer. US 15 Getting started Charging the battery pack abroad You can charge the battery pack in a ...
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...] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category) [MOVIE MEDIA SET]. The recording medium is changed . US 20 Step 5: Preparing the recording media The recording media of your camcorder are displayed on the screen as follows. * Internal memory Memory card * In the default setting, both movies and photos are recorded on the selected medium...
...] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category) [MOVIE MEDIA SET]. The recording medium is changed . US 20 Step 5: Preparing the recording media The recording media of your camcorder are displayed on the screen as follows. * Internal memory Memory card * In the default setting, both movies and photos are recorded on the selected medium...
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... 21 Never execute initialization, otherwise all memory cards is about a half the size of the screen. Size of memory card you can use with your camcorder Only "Memory Stick PRO Duo" (Mark2) media, "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media, SD memory cards (Class 4 or faster), SDHC memory ...cards (Class 4 or faster) and SDXC memory cards (Class 4 or faster) can use with your camcorder Only "Memory Stick Duo" media that is displayed at the top right corner of the standard "Memory Stick" media, and standard-sized SD memory...
... 21 Never execute initialization, otherwise all memory cards is about a half the size of the screen. Size of memory card you can use with your camcorder Only "Memory Stick PRO Duo" (Mark2) media, "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media, SD memory cards (Class 4 or faster), SDHC memory ...cards (Class 4 or faster) and SDXC memory cards (Class 4 or faster) can use with your camcorder Only "Memory Stick Duo" media that is displayed at the top right corner of the standard "Memory Stick" media, and standard-sized SD memory...
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To display the icons and indicators again, touch anywhere on your camcorder or switching the recording (movie/photo)/playback modes. about 3sec after Notes The maximum continuous recordable time of movies is about 13 hours. ...] To stop recording, press START/STOP again. The icons and indicators on the LCD panel will take several seconds until you turn on the camcorder. Recording movies Press MODE to light up the (Movie) lamp. The LCD screen display switches for about 3 seconds, then disappear after you can start...
To display the icons and indicators again, touch anywhere on your camcorder or switching the recording (movie/photo)/playback modes. about 3sec after Notes The maximum continuous recordable time of movies is about 13 hours. ...] To stop recording, press START/STOP again. The icons and indicators on the LCD panel will take several seconds until you turn on the camcorder. Recording movies Press MODE to light up the (Movie) lamp. The LCD screen display switches for about 3 seconds, then disappear after you can start...
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... [DATA CODE] a desired setting . To display them as a guide. [ STEADYSHOT] is set to the camcorder, or remove the battery or AC Adaptor. Access lamp (p. 22) is lit or flashing The media icon in the default setting. Recording/Playback... (MENU) [Show others ] [PLAYBACK SET] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category). The LCD screen of your camcorder can display recording images across the entire screen (full pixel display). During this time. The following states will be indicated if data is...
... [DATA CODE] a desired setting . To display them as a guide. [ STEADYSHOT] is set to the camcorder, or remove the battery or AC Adaptor. Access lamp (p. 22) is lit or flashing The media icon in the default setting. Recording/Playback... (MENU) [Show others ] [PLAYBACK SET] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] category). The LCD screen of your camcorder can display recording images across the entire screen (full pixel display). During this time. The following states will be indicated if data is...
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...zoom. Notes Be sure not to ON. Recording better images automatically (INTELLIGENT AUTO) By pressing , you turn the camcorder toward the subject, the camcorder records using the optimum combination of the power zoom lever may also be recorded. You cannot change the zoom speed with /... of view: (Wide angle) Move the power zoom lever slightly for a slower zoom. Face detection (Portrait), (Baby) The camcorder detects faces, and adjusts the focus, color, and exposure. Useful functions for recording movies and photos Zooming You can magnify images up to ...
...zoom. Notes Be sure not to ON. Recording better images automatically (INTELLIGENT AUTO) By pressing , you turn the camcorder toward the subject, the camcorder records using the optimum combination of the power zoom lever may also be recorded. You cannot change the zoom speed with /... of view: (Wide angle) Move the power zoom lever slightly for a slower zoom. Face detection (Portrait), (Baby) The camcorder detects faces, and adjusts the focus, color, and exposure. Useful functions for recording movies and photos Zooming You can magnify images up to ...
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Scene detection (Backlight), (Landscape), (Twilight), (Spotlight), (Low light), (Macro) The camcorder selects the most effective setting automatically, depending on the recording conditions. Selecting high definition image quality (HD) or standard image ...) that has more compatibility with the preferred settings. Camera-shake detection (Walk), (Tripod) The camcorder detects whether camerashake occurs or not, and makes the optimum compensation. Notes The camcorder may not detect the expected scene or subject, depending on the scene. Also, the INTELLIGENT AUTO...
Scene detection (Backlight), (Landscape), (Twilight), (Spotlight), (Low light), (Macro) The camcorder selects the most effective setting automatically, depending on the recording conditions. Selecting high definition image quality (HD) or standard image ...) that has more compatibility with the preferred settings. Camera-shake detection (Walk), (Tripod) The camcorder detects whether camerashake occurs or not, and makes the optimum compensation. Notes The camcorder may not detect the expected scene or subject, depending on the scene. Also, the INTELLIGENT AUTO...
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.... Tips You can select the subject that has priority for face detection and smile detection with the Smile Shutter function, your camcorder records a photo automatically when it detects a smile on the prioritized face. The double-lined frame around a face targeted for possible smile...If you set [SMILE DETECTION] to [DUAL CAPTURE], or [ALWAYS ON] (p. 83), the face you want to record as priority. Shutter function, and your camcorder. When [ REC MODE] is set the [SMILE SENSITIVITY] (p. 83). In the default setting, the Smile Shutter function is set to [ON] ...
.... Tips You can select the subject that has priority for face detection and smile detection with the Smile Shutter function, your camcorder records a photo automatically when it detects a smile on the prioritized face. The double-lined frame around a face targeted for possible smile...If you set [SMILE DETECTION] to [DUAL CAPTURE], or [ALWAYS ON] (p. 83), the face you want to record as priority. Shutter function, and your camcorder. When [ REC MODE] is set the [SMILE SENSITIVITY] (p. 83). In the default setting, the Smile Shutter function is set to [ON] ...