3-286-590-13(1)
Digital HD Video Camera Recorder
Handycam Handbook
HDR-SR11E/SR12E
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– Eject the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” from
the camcorder
– Remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor
from the camcorder
– Apply mechanical shock or vibration to
the camcorder
• When connecting your camcorder to
another device with a cable, be sure to
insert the connector plug in the correct
way. Pushing the plug forcibly into the
terminal will damage the terminal and
may result in a malfunction of your
camcorder.
Black point
White, red, blue or
green point
• Exposing the LCD screen, the viewfinder,
or the lens to direct sunlight for long
periods of time may cause malfunctions.
• Connect cables to the connectors of the
Handycam Station when using your
camcorder attached to the Handycam
Station. Do not connect the cables to both
the Handycam Station and your
camcorder.
• Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the
Handycam Station holding both the
Handycam Station and the DC plug.
• Be sure to turn the POWER switch to
OFF (CHG) when you insert the
camcorder into the Handycam Station or
remove the camcorder from it.
• Do not aim at the sun. Doing so might
cause your camcorder to malfunction.
Take images of the sun only in low light
conditions, such as at dusk.
About changing the language setting
• The on-screen displays in each local
language are used for illustrating the
operating procedures. Change the screen
language before using your camcorder if
On recording
• Before starting to record, test the
recording function to make sure the image
and sound are recorded without any
problems.
• Compensation for the contents of
recordings cannot be provided, even if
recording or playback is not possible due
to a malfunction of the camcorder, storage
media, etc.
• TV color systems differ depending on the
country/region. To view your recordings
on a TV, you need a PAL system-based
TV.
• Television programs, films, video tapes,
and other materials may be copyrighted.
Unauthorized recording of such materials
may be contrary to the copyright laws.
About menu items, LCD panel,
viewfinder, and lens
• A menu item that is grayed out is not
available under the current recording or
playback conditions.
• The viewfinder and the LCD screen are
manufactured using extremely high-
precision technology, so over 99.99% of
the pixels are operational for effective
use. However, there may be some tiny
black points and/or bright points (white,
red, blue, or green in color) that appear
constantly in the viewfinder and on the
LCD screen. These points are normal
results of the manufacturing process and
do not affect the recording in any way.
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On playing back recorded images on
other devices
• Your camcorder is compatible with
MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 High Profile for
HD (high definition) image quality
recording. Therefore, you cannot play
back images recorded with HD (high
definition) image quality on your
camcorder with the following devices;
– Other AVCHD format compatible
devices which are not compatible with
High Profile
– Devices which are not compatible with
the AVCHD format
About this Handbook
• The images of the viewfinder and the
LCD screen used in this Handbook for
illustration purposes are captured using a
digital still camera, and therefore may
appear different.
• In this Handbook, the hard disk of your
camcorder and “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
are called “media.”
• Design and specifications of your
camcorder and accessories are subject to
change without notice.
About the Carl Zeiss lens
Your camcorder is equipped with a Carl
Zeiss lens, which was developed jointly by
Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony
Corporation, and produces superior images.
It adopts the MTF measurement system for
video cameras and offers a quality typical
of a Carl Zeiss lens. Also, the lens for your
camcorder is T -coated to suppress
unwanted reflections and faithfully
reproduce colors.
MTF= Modulation Transfer Function. The
number value indicates the amount of light
from a subject coming into the lens.
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Notes on using the Hard Disk Drive Handycam
Save all your recorded image data
When the camcorder is connected to a
computer
• Do not try to format the hard disk of the
camcorder using a computer. If you do so, your
camcorder may not operate correctly.
• To prevent your image data from being lost,
save all your recorded images on external media
periodically. It is recommended that you save
the image data on a disc such as a DVD-R using
image data using a VCR, or a DVD/HDD
Note on using the camcorder at high
altitudes
• Do not turn on the camcorder in a low-pressure
area, where the altitude is more than 3,000
meters (9,800 feet). Doing so may damage the
hard disk drive of your camcorder.
Do not apply shock or vibration to your
camcorder
• The hard disk of the camcorder may not be
recognized, or recording or playback may not be
possible.
• Especially, during recording/playback, do not
apply shock. After recording, do not apply
vibration or shock to the camcorder, while the
ACCESS lamp is lit.
• When using a shoulder belt (optional), do not
crash the camcorder against an object.
Note on disposal/transfer
• Even if you perform [MEDIA FORMAT]
camcorder, you may not delete data from the
hard disk completely. When you transfer the
camcorder, it is recommended that you perform
[
• Do not use your camcorder in very loud areas.
your data.
Also, when you dispose of the camcorder, it is
recommended that you destroy the actual body
of the camcorder.
On the drop sensor
• To protect the internal hard disk from shock by
dropping, the camcorder has a drop sensor
non-gravity condition, the block noise made
when this function is activated by the camcorder
may also be recorded. If the drop sensor catches
a drop repeatedly, recording/playback may be
stopped.
If you cannot record/play back
images, perform [MEDIA FORMAT]
• If you repeat recording/deleting images for a
long time, fragmentation of data occurs on the
media. Images cannot be saved or recorded. In
such a case, save your images on some type of
external media first, and then perform [MEDIA
Notes on battery pack/AC Adaptor
• Be sure to remove the battery pack or the AC
Adaptor after turning off the POWER switch.
Note on operating temperatures
• When the temperature of the camcorder
becomes extremely high or extremely low, you
may not be able to record or play back on the
camcorder, due to the protection features of the
camcorder being activated in such situations. In
this case, a message appears in the viewfinder or
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Table of Contents
................................................... 34
“
HOME” and “ OPTION”
- Taking advantage of two types of
menus ......................................... 12
.................................................... 15
.................................................... 16
..................................................... 51
Dubbing/copying images to a
................................................... 32
..................................................... 62
..................................................... 62
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What you can do with the
File/folder structure on the camcorder
(SETTINGS) category of the
List of the
(SETTINGS) category
................................................. 108
Activating functions using the
................................................... 83
Functions set in the
OPTION
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Subject examples and solutions
Checking yourgolf
swing
Getting a good
shot of a ski slope
or beach
Capturing still
images during
movie recording
A child on the
stage under a spot
light
Flowers in close-
up
Fireworks with all
its splendor
Focusing on the
dog on the left
A sleeping child
under dim light
side of the screen
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Enjoying your camcorder
Operation flow
You can select the media (hard disk or “Memory Stick PRO Duo”) separately for movie
b Notes
• When you select the media for movies, select the image quality (HD (high definition) or SD (standard
definition)) as well.
• The default setting is as follows:
– Movies are recorded on the hard disk with HD (high definition) image quality.
– Still images are recorded on the hard disk.
• The media and the image quality you select are effective for recording/playback/editing operations.
BRecord with HD (high definition) image quality
(p. 29).
Your camcorder is compatible with AVCHD format
detailed, beautiful images.
b Notes
• “AVCHD 1080i format” is abbreviated as “AVCHD” in this manual, except when it must be
described in more detail.
BPlay back the images.
You can enjoy highly-detailed, brilliant quality HD
(high definition) movies.
z Tips
and camcorder.
• You can play back the images on a SD (standard definition) image quality TV.
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BSave recorded images.
x Dubbing images from the internal hard disk to a
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” (p. 52)
The dubbing image quality (HD (high definition)/SD
(standard definition)) varies depending on the
You can import images with HD (high definition) image quality to a computer, or
save images on a disc. Refer to “PMB Guide.”
BDelete images.
If the media is full, you cannot record new images.
Delete the image data that has been saved on your
computer or a disc. If you delete the images, you can
record new images on the free media space again.
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Recording time of movies (internal hard disk)
HD (high definition) image quality
AVCHD format
Recording mode
Approximate recordable time (hour minute)
HDR-SR11E
HDR-SR12E
AVC HD 16M (FH)
(highest quality)*
7 h 10 m
14 h 40 m
AVC HD 9M (HQ)
(high quality)**
14 h 40 m
17 h 50 m
22 h 50 m
29 h 40 m
36 h
AVC HD 7M (SP)
(standard quality)**
AVC HD 5M (LP)
(long play)**
48 h
* Movies are recorded with AVCHD 1920 × 1080/50i format.
**Movies are recorded with AVCHD 1440 × 1080/50i format.
SD (standard definition) image quality
MPEG2 format
Recording mode
Approximate recordable time (hour minute)
HDR-SR11E
14 h 40 m
HDR-SR12E
29 h 40 m
44 h
SD 9M (HQ) (high quality)
SD 6M (SP) (standard quality)
SD 3M (LP) (long play)
21 h 50 m
41 h 50 m
84 h 20 m
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• Figures such as 16M in the table show the average bit rate. M stands for Mbps.
• For the recordable time of the “Memory Stick PRO Duo,” see page 24.
• You can record movies of a maximum of 3,999 scenes with HD (high definition) image quality, and 9,999
scenes with SD (standard definition) image quality.
• You can record the maximum 9,999 still images on the hard disk. For the “Memory Stick PRO Duo,” see
• The maximum continuous recordable time is approximately 13 hours.
Your camcorder uses the VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format to automatically adjust image quality to suit the
recording scene. This technology causes fluctuations in the recording time of the media.
Movies containing quickly moving and complex images are recorded at a higher bit rate, and this reduces
the overall recording time.
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Enjoying your camcorder
“ HOME” and “ OPTION”
- Taking advantage of two types of menus
“
HOME MENU” - the starting point for operations with your
camcorder
(HELP)
Displays a description of the item (p. 13)
Category
BCategories and items of the HOME MENU
(CAMERA) category
Item
Page
PRINT
Item
Page
USB CONNECT
TV CONNECT Guide*
MOVIE*
PHOTO*
SMTH SLW REC
(MANAGE MEDIA) category
(VIEW IMAGES) category
Item
Page
MOVIE MEDIA SET*
PHOTO MEDIA SET*
MEDIA INFO
Item
Page
VISUAL INDEX*
INDEX*
MEDIA FORMAT*
REPAIR IMG.DB F.
INDEX*
PLAYLIST
(SETTINGS) category
(OTHERS) category
Item
Page
DELETE*
* You can also set these items during Easy
PHOTO CAPTURE
MOVIE DUB
PHOTO COPY
EDIT
available in the
(SETTINGS) category, see
PLAYLIST EDIT
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Using the HOME MENU
4
5
Touch the desired item.
Example: [EDIT]
1
While pressing the green button,
turn the POWER switch in the
direction of the arrow to turn on
the power.
Follow the guide on the screen for
further operation.
To hide the HOME MENU screen
Touch
.
2
3
Press
(HOME) A (or B).
(HOME) B
BWhen you want to know something
about the function of each item on
the HOME MENU - HELP
1
Press
(HOME).
The HOME MENU appears.
(HOME) A
Touch the desired category.
Example: (OTHERS) category
2
Touch
(HELP).
The bottom of the
orange.
(HELP) turns
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3
Touch the item you want to learn
more about.
When you touch an item, its explanation
appears on the screen.
To apply the option, touch [YES],
otherwise, touch [NO].
To deactivate the HELP
Touch
(HELP) again in step 2.
Using the OPTION MENU
Just a touch on the screen during shooting
or playback displays the functions available
at that moment. You will find it easy to
further details.
(OPTION)
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GSetttiengpSta1rte:d Checking supplied items
Make sure that you have the following
items supplied with your camcorder.
The number in the parentheses indicates the
number of that item supplied.
A button-type lithium battery is already installed.
Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH60 (1)
Power cord (Mains lead) (1) (p. 16)
For the model with the
bottom surfaces only.
mark printed on their
CD-ROM “Handycam Application
Software” (1)
– Picture Motion Browser (Software)
– PMB Guide
– Handycam Handbook (This Handbook)
“Operating Guide” (1)
Component A/V cable (1) (p. 42)
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Step 2: Charging the battery pack
5
/CHG
(charge) lamp
4
3
5
Battery pack
1
POWER switch
DC IN jack
2
DC plug
To the wall outlet
(wall socket)
AC Adaptor
Power cord (Mains lead)
You can charge the “InfoLITHIUM”
attaching it to your camcorder.
4
5
Attach the battery pack by sliding
it in the direction of the arrow
until it clicks.
b Notes
• You cannot attach any “InfoLITHIUM” battery
pack other than the H series to your camcorder.
Insert the camcorder into the
Handycam Station securely, all
the way to the bottom.
1
Connect the AC Adaptor to the
DC IN jack on the Handycam
Station.
The /CHG (charge) lamp lights up and
charging starts. When the /CHG
(charge) lamp turns off, the battery is
fully charged.
Be sure that the v mark on the DC plug
is facing up.
b Notes
• When inserting the camcorder into the
Handycam Station, close the DC IN jack cover.
2
3
Connect the power cord (mains
lead) to the AC Adaptor and the
wall outlet (wall socket).
Turn the POWER switch in the
direction of the arrow to OFF
(CHG) (the default setting).
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To remove your camcorder from the
Handycam Station
Turn off the power, then remove the
camcorder from the Handycam Station
holding both your camcorder and the
Handycam Station.
To remove the battery pack
Turn the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).
Slide the BATT (battery release) lever and
remove the battery pack.
BATT (battery
release) lever
b Notes
• When you remove the battery pack or
disconnect the AC Adaptor, make sure that the
(Movie) lamp/
(Still) lamp (p. 20)/
• When you store the battery pack, fully discharge
the battery before storing it for an extended
To charge the battery pack using only
the AC Adaptor
Turn off the power, then connect the AC
Adaptor to the DC IN jack on your
camcorder.
To use a wall outlet (wall socket) as a
power source
Make the same connections as you do when
charging the battery pack. The battery pack
will not lose its charge in this case.
POWER switch
To check the remaining battery
(Battery Info)
Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG), then
press DISP/BATT INFO.
With the v mark
on the right
DC IN jack
Open the
DC plug
jack cover
b Notes
• Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN
jack holding both the camcorder and the DC
plug.
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After a while, the approximate recordable
time and battery information appear for
about 7 seconds. You can view the battery
information for up to 20 seconds by
pressing DISP/BATT INFO again while the
information is displayed.
Continuous
recording
time
Typical
recording
time*
Battery pack
Image quality
NP-FH70
HD
SD HD SD
150 180
160 190
70
80
90
90
Remaining battery (approx.)
NP-FH100
340 405 170 200
370 430 180 210
When the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
is selected as the media:
60
65
Continuous
recording
time
Typical
recording
time*
Recording capacity (approx.)
Battery pack
Charging time
Approximate time (min.) required when
you fully charge a fully discharged battery
pack.
Image quality
NP-FH50
HD
70
75
SD HD SD
80
90
30
30
40
50
70
80
40
40
50
60
90
90
NP-FH60
(supplied)
90 110
100 120
150 180
160 195
Battery pack
NP-FH50
Charging time
135
135
170
390
NP-FH70
NP-FH60 (supplied)
NP-FH70
NP-FH100
340 405 170 200
370 440 180 220
NP-FH100
* Typical recording time shows the time when
you repeat recording start/stop, turning the
power on/off and zooming.
Recording time
Approximate time (min.) available when
you use a fully charged battery pack.
“HD” stands for high definition image
quality, and “SD” stands for standard image
quality.
b Notes
• All times measured under the following
conditions:
– [REC MODE]: SP
– Top: When the LCD backlight turns on
Bottom: When recording with the viewfinder
while the LCD panel is closed
When the hard disk is selected as
the media:
Continuous
recording
time
Typical
recording
time*
Battery pack
Playing time
Approximate time (min.) available when
you use a fully charged battery pack.
“HD” stands for high definition image
quality, and “SD” stands for standard image
quality.
Image quality
NP-FH50
HD SD
HD SD
70
75
80
85
30
30
40
50
40
40
50
50
NP-FH60
(supplied)
90 110
100 115
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• The recording and playback time will be shorter
when you use your camcorder in low
temperatures.
LCD panel
opened*
LCD panel
closed
Battery pack
Image
quality
HD
SD
95
HD
SD
100
• The recording and playback time will be shorter
depending on the conditions under which you
use your camcorder.
NP-FH50
95
105
130
140
200
230
470
515
100
115
135
150
205
245
500
555
105
130
140
200
230
470
515
115
135
150
205
245
500
555
On the AC Adaptor
NP-FH60
(supplied)
• Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when
using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC
Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket)
immediately if any malfunction occurs while
using your camcorder.
• Do not use the AC Adaptor placed 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 any metallic
objects. This may cause a malfunction.
NP-FH70
NP-FH100
• Top: When the media is set to the hard disk
Bottom: When the media is set to the “Memory
Stick PRO Duo”
• Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power
source (mains) is still supplied to it while
connected to the wall outlet (wall socket) via the
AC Adaptor.
* When the LCD backlight is on.
On the battery pack
• When you remove the battery pack or the AC
Adaptor, turn the POWER switch to OFF
(CHG) and turn off the
(Movie) lamp/
• The /CHG (charge) lamp flashes during
correctly displayed under the following
conditions:
– The battery pack is not attached correctly.
– The battery pack is damaged.
– The battery pack is worn-out (For Battery
Info only).
• The power will not be supplied from the battery
as long as the AC Adaptor is connected to the
DC IN jack of your camcorder or the Handycam
Station, even when the power cord (mains lead)
is disconnected from the wall outlet (wall
socket).
• When attaching an optional video light, it is
recommended that you use an NP-FH70 or NP-
FH100 battery pack.
• We do not recommend using an NP-FH30,
which only allows short recording and playback
times, with your camcorder.
On the charging/recording/playback time
• Times measured when using the camcorder at
25 °C (77 °F) (10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F) is
recommended).
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Step 3: Turning the power on and setting the
date and time
Set the date and time when using this
camcorder for the first time. If you do not
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Select the desired geographical
set the date and time, the [CLOCK SET]
screen appears every time you turn on your
camcorder or change the POWER switch
position.
area with
[NEXT].
/
, then touch
(HOME)
4
5
Set [SUMMERTIME], then touch
[NEXT].
Set [Y] (year) with
/
.
Touch the button
on the LCD
screen.
POWER switch
6
7
8
Select [M] with
the month with
/
/
, then set
.
1
2
While pressing the green button,
turn the POWER switch
repeatedly in the direction of the
arrow until the respective lamp
lights up.
Set [D] (day), hour and minute in
the same way, then touch [NEXT].
Make sure that the clock is
correctly set, then touch
(Movie): To record movies
.
(Still): To record still images
The clock starts.
Go to step 3 when you turn on your
camcorder for the first time.
You can set any year up to the year
2037.
Touch
(HOME) t
(SETTINGS) t [CLOCK/
LANG] t [CLOCK SET]
To turn off the power
Turn the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).
The [CLOCK SET] screen appears.
b Notes
• If you do not use your camcorder for about 3
months, the built-in rechargeable battery gets
discharged and the date and time settings may
be cleared from the memory. In that case,
charge the built-in rechargeable battery and then
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Step 4: Making
setting adjustments
before recording
• It takes a few seconds for your camcorder to be
ready to shoot after the power is turned on. You
cannot operate your camcorder during this time.
• The lens cover opens automatically when the
power is turned on. It closes when the playback
screen is selected, or the power is turned off.
• In the setting at the time of purchase, the power
turns off automatically if you leave your
camcorder without any operation attempted for
approximately 5 minutes, to save battery power
Adjusting the LCD panel
Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the
camcorder (1), then rotate it to the best
angle to record or play (2).
190 degrees to the
camcorder
290 degrees
(max.)
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• The date and time does not appear during
recording, but they are automatically recorded
on the media, and can be displayed during
“World time difference.”
• If the buttons on the touch panel do not work
correctly, adjust the touch panel
DISP/BATT INFO
2180 degrees
(max.)
Changing the language setting
To turn off the LCD backlight to make
the battery last longer
You can change the on-screen displays to
show messages in a specified language. To
select the screen language, touch
Press and hold DISP/BATT INFO for a few
seconds until
appears.
(HOME) t
LANG] t [
(SETTINGS) t [CLOCK/
This setting is practical when you use your
camcorder in bright conditions or you want
to save battery power. The recorded image
will not be affected by the setting. To turn
on the LCD backlight, press and hold DISP/
BATT INFO for a few seconds until
disappears.
b Notes
• Do not press the buttons on the LCD frame
accidentally when you open or adjust the LCD
panel.
z Tips
• If you rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees, you
can close the LCD panel with the LCD screen
facing out. This is convenient during playback
operations.
• Touch
(HOME) t
(SETTINGS) t
[SOUND/DISP SET] t [LCD BRIGHT]
screen.
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Step 5: Selecting the
media
• The information is displayed or hidden (display
y no display) each time you press DISP/
BATT INFO.
You can select the hard disk or “Memory
Stick PRO Duo” as the recording/playback/
editing media on your camcorder. Select the
media for movies and still images
separately.
Adjusting the Viewfinder
The default setting is hard disk for movies
and still images.
You can view images using the viewfinder
with the LCD panel closed to avoid wearing
down the battery, or when the image seen
on the LCD screen is poor.
Hard disk
Viewfinder
“Memory Stick”
Movie
Still
image
b Notes
• You can do recording/playback/editing
operations for the selected media. When you
want to change media, reselect the media.
Viewfinder lens
adjustment lever
Move it until the
image is clear.
z Tips
media.
z Tips
Selecting the media for movies
• You can adjust the brightness of the viewfinder
backlight by touching
(SETTINGS) t [SOUND/DISP SET] t [VF
(HOME) t
1
Touch
(HOME) t
(MANAGE MEDIA) t [MOVIE
MEDIA SET] on the LCD screen of
your camcorder.
Fastening the grip belt
The media setting screen for movies
appears.
Fasten the grip belt and hold your
camcorder correctly.
HDD
HDD
MEMORY STICK
MEMORY STICK
MOVIE MEDIA SET
Select the media and image quality.
2
Touch the desired media and
image quality.
indicates HD (high definition)
image quality, and
indicates SD
(standard definition) image quality.
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Inserting a “Memory Stick PRO
Duo”
3
Touch [YES] t
The media for movies is changed.
.
Prepare a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” if
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” has been
selected as the media.
For types of “Memory Stick” you can use in
your camcorder, see page 2.
Selecting the media for still
images
1
Insert the “Memory Stick PRO
Duo.”
1
Touch
(HOME) t
(MANAGE MEDIA) t [PHOTO
MEDIA SET] on the LCD screen of
your camcorder.
1 Open the Memory Stick Duo cover in
the direction of the arrow.
2 Insert the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
into the Memory Stick Duo slot in the
right direction until it clicks.
The media setting screen for still images
appears.
3 Close the Memory Stick Duo cover.
HDD
MEMORY STICK
PHOTO MEDIA SET
Select the media.
ACCESS lamp (“Memory
Stick PRO Duo”)
2
3
Touch the desired media.
Touch [YES] t
.
2
If you have selected “Memory
Stick PRO Duo” as the movie
media, turn the POWER switch
The media for still images is changed.
until the
up.
(Movie) lamp lights
To check the media setting
1 Turn the POWER switch repeatedly to light
If the POWER switch is set to OFF
(CHG), turn it on while pressing the
green button.
up the
(Movie)/
(Still) lamp
depending on which media you want to
check.
2 Check the media icon on the screen.
Media icon
: Hard disk
: “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
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The [Create a new Image Database
File.] screen appears on the LCD screen
when you insert a new “Memory Stick
PRO Duo.”
The capacity and approximate
recordable time of the “Memory Stick
PRO Duo” (Unit: min.)
The number in ( ) is the minimum
recordable time.
HD (high definition) image quality
AVC
HD
16M
(FH)
AVC
HD
AVC
HD
AVC
HD
9M
7M
5M
(HQ)
(SP)
(LP)
1GB
2GB
4GB
8GB
6
(6)
10
(9)
15
(10)
20
(15)
3
Touch [YES].
To record only still images on a
“Memory Stick PRO Duo,” touch [NO].
10
(10)
25
(20)
30
(20)
40
(35)
25
(25)
55
(40)
65
(45)
85
(70)
To eject the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
Open the Memory Stick Duo cover and
lightly push the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
in once.
55
(55)
115
(80)
140
(100)
180
(145)
SD (standard definition) image quality
b Notes
• Do not open the Memory Stick Duo cover
during recording.
SD 9M
(HQ)
SD 6M
(SP)
SD 3M
(LP)
1GB
2GB
4GB
8GB
10
(10)
20
(10)
35
(25)
• If you force the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” into
the slot in the wrong direction, the “Memory
Stick PRO Duo,” the Memory Stick Duo slot, or
image data may be damaged.
• If [Failed to create a new Image Database File.
It may be possible that there is not enough free
space.] is displayed in step 3, format the
formatting will delete all data recorded on the
“Memory Stick PRO Duo.”
25
(25)
40
(25)
80
(50)
55
(50)
80
(50)
160
(105)
115
(100)
170
(100)
325
(215)
• When inserting or ejecting the “Memory Stick
PRO Duo,” be careful so that the “Memory
Stick PRO Duo” does not pop out and drop.
b Notes
• Numbers in the table are based on using a
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” made by Sony
Corporation. The recordable time may vary
depending on the recording and subject
of “Memory Stick.”
z Tips
• For the number of recordable still images, see
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Recording/Playback
Recording and playback with ease
(Easy Handycam operation)
Easy Handycam operation makes nearly all settings automatic so that you can perform
recording or playback operation without detailed settings. It also makes the screen font size
If the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG),
turn it while pressing the green button.
Recording movies
Recording still images
1
Turn the POWER
switch G in the
1
Turn the POWER
switch G in the
direction of the arrow
direction of the arrow
until the
(Movie)
until the
(Still) lamp
lamp lights up.
lights up.
2
3
Press EASY A.
2
3
Press EASY A.
EASY
EASY
appears on
appears on
the LCD screen.
the LCD screen.
Press START/STOP H (or D) to
start recording.*
Press PHOTO F lightly to adjust
the focus
press it fully
sounds).
A
(a beep sounds), then
(a shutter click
B
RC
[30min]
10.2M
[STBY] b [REC]
To stop recording, press START/STOP
again.
Flashing b Lights up
z Tips
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Playing back recorded movies/still images
1
Turn the POWER switch G to turn on your camcorder.
Press (VIEW IMAGES) I (or E).
2
The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the LCD screen (It may take some seconds).
Appears with the image on each of the tab that was lastly played back/
recorded (B for the still image recorded on a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”)
Searches for images
by date (p. 38)
HOME MENU
Previous 6 images
Next 6 images
Returns to the
HDD
recording screen
1
2
3
4
*
:Goes to the Film Roll Index screen.
:Goes to the Face Index screen.
:Displays movies with HD (high definition) image quality.*
:Displays still images.
appears when you select the movie with SD (standard definition) image quality in [MOVIE
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Start playback.
Movies:
Touch the
or
tab, then select the desired movie to play back.
Toggles Play or Pause as you touch
Returns (to the
VISUAL INDEX
screen)
Beginning of the
movie/previous
movie
Next movie
The recording
date/time*
Stops (goes to the
VISUAL INDEX
screen)
Reverse/Forward
z Tips
• When playback from the selected movie reaches the last movie, the screen returns to the VISUAL INDEX
screen.
• You can slow down the playback speed by touching
• You can adjust the volume by touching
/
during pause.
(SETTINGS) t [SOUND SETTINGS] t
(HOME) t
[VOLUME], then touch
/
.
Still images:
Touch the
tab, then select the desired still image to play back.
Returns (to the
VISUAL INDEX
screen)
10.2
M
The recording
date/time*
Goes to the VISUAL
INDEX screen
Previous/Next
z Tips
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To cancel Easy Handycam operation
Press EASY A again.
disappears
from the LCD screen.
Menu settings during Easy Handycam
operation
Press
(HOME) C (or B) to display
the menu items available for setup changes
b Notes
• Most of the menu items automatically return to
the default settings. The settings of some menu
items are fixed. For details, see page 90.
• You cannot use the
(OPTION) MENU.
• Cancel Easy Handycam operation if you want to
add effects to images or change settings.
Invalid buttons during Easy Handycam
operation
You cannot use some buttons/functions
during Easy Handycam operation since
an invalid operation, [Invalid during Easy
Handycam operation] may appear.
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Recording
In the default setting, both movies and still images are recorded on the hard disk.
(HOME) D
Lens cover
(HOME) A
Opens automatically
when the power is
switched on.
PHOTO E
START/STOP B
/CHG (charge)
lamp
START/
STOP F
(Movie) lamp/
(Still) lamp
ACCESSlamp(“Memory
Stick PRO Duo”)
ACCESS lamp
(Hard disk)
POWER switch C
If the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG), turn it while pressing the green button.
b Notes
• If the ACCESS lamp is lit or flashing after
recording is finished, it means data is still being
written onto the media. Do not apply shock or
vibration to your camcorder, and do not remove
the battery or AC Adaptor.
• When a movie file exceeds 2 GB, the next
movie file is created automatically.
z Tips
• For types of “Memory Stick” you can use in
your camcorder, see page 2.
• You can check the recordable time and the
remaining capacity, etc., by touching
(HOME) A (or D) t
(MANAGE
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Recording movies
Recording still images
1
Turn the POWER switch C in the
direction of the arrow until the
(Movie) lamp lights up.
1
Turn the POWER switch C in the
direction of the arrow until the
(Still) lamp lights up.
2
Press START/STOP F (or B).
2
Press PHOTO E lightly to adjust
the focus A (a beep sounds),
then press it fully B (a shutter
click sounds).
10.2M
[STBY] b [REC]
To stop recording, press START/STOP
F (or B) again.
Flashing b Lights up
appears beside
disappears, the image has been
recorded.
or
. When
• The LCD screen of your camcorder can display
recording images across the entire screen (full
pixel display). However, this may cause slight
trimming of the top, bottom, right, and left
edges of images when played back on a TV
which is not compatible with full pixel display.
In this case, set [GUIDEFRAME] to [ON]
displayed on the screen as a guide.
z Tips
• For the recordable time and the number of
• You can record still images during movie
recording by pressing PHOTO E ([Dual Rec],
• A frame is shown on the detected face, and the
detected face image is optimized automatically
• When a face is detected during movie recording,
flashes and the detected face is stored in the
index. You can search for a desired scene by a
face image when playing back ([Face Index],
• You can capture still images from recorded
• You can switch the shooting mode by touching
(HOME) A (or D) t
t [MOVIE] or [PHOTO].
(CAMERA)
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Zooming
Recording sound with more
presence (5.1ch surround
recording)
You can magnify images up to 12 times the
original size with the power zoom lever or
the zoom buttons on the LCD frame.
Dolby Digital 5.1ch surround sound can be
recorded with the Built-in microphone. You
can enjoy realistic sound when playing the
movieondevicesthatsupport5.1chsurround
sound.
Built-in microphone
Wider range of view:
(Wide angle)
Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator, 5.1ch surround sound
Glossary (p. 120)
b Notes
• If you play back 5.1ch sound on your camcorder,
5.1chsoundisautomaticallyconvertedandoutput
in 2ch.
Close view: (Telephoto)
• To enjoy the 5.1ch surround sound recorded
with HD (high definition) image quality, you
need an AVCHD format device compatible with
5.1ch surround.
Move the power zoom lever slightly for a
slower zoom. Move it further for a faster
zoom.
• WhenyouconnectyourcamcorderwithanHDMI
cable (optional), the sound of movies with HD
(high definition) image quality is automatically
output in 5.1ch sound.
The sound of the movies with SD (standard
definition) image quality is converted to 2ch.
b Notes
• Be sure to keep your finger on the power zoom
lever. If you move your finger off the power
zoom lever, the operation sound of the power
zoom lever may also be recorded.
• You cannot change the zoom speed with the
zoom buttons on the LCD frame.
• You can create a disc, which contains the
movies recorded on your camcorder, on a
computer using the supplied software. If you
play the disc on a 5.1ch surround system, you
can enjoy realistic sound.
• 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 2 5/8 feet) for
telephoto.
z Tips
• You can select the recording sound from [5.1ch
z Tips
SURROUND] (
) or [2ch STEREO]
(
want to zoom to a level greater than 12 × when
recording movies.
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z Tips
Starting shooting quickly
(QUICK ON)
• When the POWER switch is set to
the size of still images becomes [
(16:9 wide) or [5.7M] (4:3).
(Movie),
7.6M]
• You can record still images during recording
standby in the same way as when the
lamp is turned on. You can also record with the
flash.
(Still)
Recording in dark places
(NightShot)
When you press QUICK ON, the
camcorder goes to sleep mode (power
saving mode) instead of turning off. The
QUICK ON lamp keeps flashing during
sleep mode. Press QUICK ON again to start
recording next time. Your camcorder
returns to recording standby in
approximately 1 second.
z Tips
• During sleep mode, the battery is consumed at
about half that of usual recording, enabling you
to save battery power.
Infrared port
• The power turns off automatically if you do not
operate your camcorder for a certain period
during sleep mode. You can set the time that
you want the camcorder to remain on before
automatically turning off in sleep mode
When you set the NIGHTSHOT switch to
ON,
appears. You can record images in
dark places.
b Notes
• The NightShot and Super NightShot functions
use infrared light. Therefore, do not cover the
infrared port with your fingers or other objects.
• Remove the conversion lens (optional).
when it is hard to focus automatically.
• Do not use the NightShot and Super NightShot
functions in bright places. This may cause a
malfunction.
Recording high quality still
images during movie recording
(Dual Rec)
You can record high quality still images
during movie recording by pressing
PHOTO.
b Notes
• You cannot use the flash during movie
recording.
z Tips
• To record an image brighter, use the Super
more faithfully to the original colors, use the
•
may appear when the capacity of the
recording media is not enough or when you
record still images continuously. You cannot
record still images while
is displayed.
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1 Touch
t [SMTH SLW REC].
(HOME) t
(CAMERA)
Adjusting the exposure for
backlit subjects
2 Press START/STOP.
A 3-second movie (approx.) is recorded as
a 12-second-slow-motion movie.
To adjust the exposure for backlit subjects,
press . (back light) to display . on the
screen. To cancel the back light function,
press . (back light) again.
[Recording···] disappears, when recording
is finished.
Touch
recording.
to cancel the smooth slow
Recording in mirror mode
To change the setting
Touch
(OPTION) t
tab, then
select the setting you want to change.
• [TIMING]
Select the recording start point after
START/STOP is pressed. The default
setting is [3sec AFTER].
Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the
camcorder (1), then rotate it 180 degrees
to the lens side (2).
[3sec AFTER]
z Tips
[3sec BEFORE]
• A mirror-image of the subject appears on the
LCD screen, but the image will be normal when
recorded.
• [RECORD SOUND]
Select [ON] (
) to superimpose sounds
Recording fast action in slow-
motion (SMTH SLW REC)
such as conversation on the slow motion
pictures (The default setting is [OFF]).
Your camcorder records sounds for about
12 seconds while [Recording···] is
displayed in step 2.
Fast moving subjects and actions, which
cannot be captured under the ordinary
shooting conditions, can be shot in smooth
moving slow-motion for about 3 seconds.
This is useful to shoot fast actions such as a
golf or tennis swing.
b Notes
• Sounds cannot be recorded while shooting a 3-
second movie (approx.).
• Image quality of [SMTH SLW REC] is not as
good as that of normal recording.
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• During Easy Handycam operation, the [SMTH
SLW REC] function cannot be used. Cancel
Easy Handycam operation.
To assign the menu items to the CAM
CTRL dial
1 Press and hold MANUAL for a few
seconds.
Controlling the image settings
manually with the CAM CTRL
dial
The [DIAL SETTING] screen appears.
DIAL SETTING
You can assign one menu item you use
often to the CAM CTRL dial.
Since the focus adjustment is assigned to
the CAM CTRL dial in the default settings,
the operation below is described as
adjusting the focus using the dial.
2 Rotate the CAM CTRL dial and select the
item to be assigned.
3 Press MANUAL.
b Notes
• Manual settings will be retained even if you
change the assigned item of the CAM CTRL
dial. However, if you set [EXPOSURE] after
setting [AE SHIFT] manually, [EXPOSURE]
will override [AE SHIFT].
• If you select [RESET] in step 2, all the items
adjusted manually are reset to the default
settings.
MANUAL
CAM CTRL dial
1 Press MANUAL to activate the manual
z Tips
adjustment mode.
Pressing MANUAL switches the setting
mode between automatic and manual.
• The functions of the items that can be assigned
to the CAM CTRL dial are the same as those of
menu operation.
• You can also assign menu items to the CAM
2 Rotate the CAM CTRL dial to adjust the
focus.
CTRL dial by touching
(HOME) t
(SETTINGS) t [MOVIE SETTINGS]/
[PHOTO SETTINGS] t [DIAL SETTING]
Items you can assign to the CAM CTRL
dial
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Recording/Playback
Playback
setting, the images on the hard disk are played back.
Lens cover
Closes when an INDEX screen appears.
Power zoom lever D
POWER switch E
(HOME) A
(HOME) B
(VIEW
IMAGES) F
(VIEW IMAGES) C
1
2
Turn the POWER switch E to turn on your camcorder.
Press
(VIEW IMAGES) F (or C).
The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the LCD screen (It may take some seconds).
Appears with the image on the tab that was lastly played back/recorded
(B for the still image recorded on a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”)
Selects images
by date (p. 38)
HOME MENU
Previous
6 images
Next
6 images
Returns to the
HDD
recording screen
(OPTION)
1
2
3
4
: Displays movies with HD (high definition) image quality.*
: Displays still images.
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*
appears when you select the movie with SD (standard definition) image quality in [MOVIE
z Tips
• The number of the images on the VISUAL INDEX screen can be changed 6 y 12 by moving the power
zoom lever D. To fix this number, press
(HOME) B (or A) t
(SETTINGS) t [VIEW
3
Start playing back.
Playing movies
Touch the or
tab, then select the desired movie to play back.
Toggles Play or Pause as you touch
Returns (to the INDEX
screen)
Beginning of the movie/
previous movie
Next movie
Stops (goes to the INDEX
screen)
(OPTION)
Reverse/Forward
z Tips
• When playback from the selected movie reaches the last movie, the screen returns to the INDEX screen.
• Touch
/
during pause to play back movie slowly.
• A touch of
/
makes the reverse/fast forward approximately 5 times faster, 2 touches makes it
approximately 10 times faster, 3 touches makes it approximately 30 times faster, and 4 touches makes it
approximately 60 times faster.
Viewing still images
Touch the
tab, then select the desired still image to play back.
10.2M
Returns (to the VISUAL
INDEX screen)
Slide show (p. 39)
(OPTION)
Goes to the VISUAL
INDEX screen
Previous/Next
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To adjust the sound volume
4
Touch
/
to search for the
Touch
(OPTION) t
tab t
desired scene, then touch the
scene you want to play back.
[VOLUME], then adjust the volume with
/
.
Playback starts from the selected scene.
z Tips
• You can switch the playback mode by touching
(HOME) B (or A) t
IMAGES) t [VISUAL INDEX].
(VIEW
z Tips
• You can display the [Film Roll Index] screen by
touching
IMAGES) t [
(HOME) t
(VIEW
Searching for desired scene by
pinpoint (Film Roll Index)
INDEX].
Movies can be divided by a set time and the
first scene of each division is displayed on
the INDEX screen. You can start playing
back a movie from the selected thumbnail.
Select the media which contains the movie
you want to play back before the operation
Searching for desired scene by
face (Face Index)
The face images detected during movie
recording are displayed on the index screen.
You can play back the movie from the
selected face image.
Select the media which contains the movie
you want to play back before the operation
1
Turn the POWER switch to turn
on the camcorder, and press
(VIEW IMAGES).
1
Turn the POWER switch to turn
on the camcorder, and press
(VIEW IMAGES).
The VISUAL INDEX screen appears.
2
Touch
(Film Roll Index).
The VISUAL INDEX screen appears.
Returns to the
VISUAL INDEX screen
2
Touch
(Face Index).
Returns to the VISUAL INDEX screen
HDD
HDD
Sets the interval at which to create
thumbnails of scenes in a movie.
3
Touch
movie.
/
to select the desired
3
Touch
movie.
/
to select the desired
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4
Touch
/
, then touch the
3
4
Touch date on the screen.
desired face image to view the
scene.
The recording dates of images are
displayed on the screen.
Playback starts from the beginning of
the scene with the selected face image.
Return to the VISUAL INDEX screen
b Notes
• Faces may not be detected depending on
recording conditions.
Example: People wearing glasses or hats, or
who do not face towards the camera.
• Set [
setting) before recording to play back from [
INDEX SET] to [ON] (the default
Touch
/
to select the date of
the desired image, then touch
.
during recording, and detected face images are
stored in [Face Index].
The images of the selected date are
displayed on the VISUAL INDEX
screen.
z Tips
• You can display the [Face Index] screen by
touching
IMAGES) t [
(HOME) t
(VIEW
INDEX].
z Tips
Searching for desired images by
date (Date Index)
• On the [Film Roll Index]/[Face Index] screen,
you can use the Date Index function by
following the steps 3 to 4.
You can search for desired images by date
efficiently.
Select the media which contains the image
you want to play back before the operation
(p. 22).
b Notes
• You cannot use the Date Index function for still
images on the “Memory Stick PRO Duo.”
1
2
Turn the POWER switch to turn
on the camcorder, and press
(VIEW IMAGES).
The VISUAL INDEX screen appears.
To search for movies, touch the
or
tab. To search for still
tab.
images, touch the
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The slide show begins from the selected
still image.
Using PB zoom
Touch
To restart, touch
to stop the slide show.
You can magnify still images from about
1.1 to 5 times the original size.
Magnification can be adjusted with the
power zoom lever or the zoom buttons on
the LCD frame.
again.
b Notes
• You cannot operate playback zoom during slide
show.
z Tips
• You can also play back the slide show by
touching
(OPTION) t
tab t [SLIDE
SHOW] on the VISUAL INDEX screen.
• You can set continuous slide show playback by
selecting
(OPTION) t
tab t [SLIDE
SHOW SET]. The default setting is [ON]
(continuous playback).
1 Play back the still image you want to
magnify.
2 Magnify the still image with T
(Telephoto).
The screen is framed.
3 Touch the screen at the point you want
to display in the center of the displayed
frame.
4 Adjust the magnification with W (Wide
angle)/T (Telephoto).
To cancel, touch
.
Playing back a series of still
images (Slide show)
Touch
screen.
on the still image playback
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Playing the image on a TV
Connection methods and quality of the
image (HD (high definition)/SD (standard
definition)) viewed on the TV screen differ
depending on what type of TV is connected,
and the connectors used.
Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power
source (p. 16).
Refer also to the instruction manuals
supplied with the device to be connected.
b Notes
• When recording, set [X.V.COLOR] to [ON] to
Some settings may need to be adjusted on the
TV when playing back. Refer to the instruction
manual of your TV for details.
Operation flow
A/V Remote
Connector
You can connect your camcorder to the TV
easily following the instructions displayed
on the LCD screen, [TV CONNECT
Guide].
Switch the input on the TV to the
connected jack.
Refer to the instruction manuals of the
TV.
r
Connect your camcorder and TV
referring to [TV CONNECT Guide].
r
Make the required output settings
b Notes
• Your camcorder and the Handycam Station are
equipped with A/V Remote Connector or A/V
connecting cable or component A/V cable either
to the Handycam Station or to your camcorder.
If you connect A/V connecting cables or
component A/V cable to both the Handycam
Station and your camcorder at the same time,
image disturbance may occur.
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Selecting the most
advantageous connection - TV
CONNECT Guide
Your camcorder will advise you of the most
advantageous way of connecting your TV.
1
2
Turn on your camcorder, and
touch (HOME) t
(OTHERS) t [TV CONNECT
Guide].
If the item is not on the screen, touch
/
to change the page.
Touch the answer to the question
displayed on the screen.
Meanwhile, you can make the relevant
connection between your camcorder and
the TV.
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Connecting to a high definition TV
Images recorded with HD (high definition) image quality are played back with HD (high
definition) image quality. Images recorded with SD (standard definition) image quality are
played back with SD (standard definition) image quality.
: Signal flow
HOME MENU setting
Type Camcorder
Cable
TV
(SETTINGS) t
[OUTPUT SETTINGS]
t [COMPONENT] t
[1080i/576i] (p. 79)
A
Component A/V cable
(supplied)
1
(Green) Y
(Blue) PB/CB
(Red) PR/CR
(White)
(Red)
b Notes
• If you connect only component video, audio signals are not output. Connect the white and red plugs to
output audio signals.
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: Signal flow
HOME MENU setting
Type Camcorder
Cable
TV
HDMI
IN
B
2
HDMI cable (optional)
b Notes
• Use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo.
• Use an HDMI mini Connector on one end (for the camcorder), and a plug suitable for connection to your
TV on the other end.
• Images are not output from the HDMI OUT jack of your camcorder, if copyright protection signals are
recorded in the images.
• Some TVs may not function correctly (e.g., no sound or image) with this connection.
• Do not connect the HDMI OUT jack of your camcorder and HDMI OUT jack of the external device with
the HDMI cable. This may cause a malfunction.
• When the connected device is compatible with 5.1ch surround sound, movies recorded with the HD (high
definition) image quality are output on 5.1ch surround sound automatically. Movies recorded with the SD
(standard definition) image quality are converted to 2ch sound.
Connecting to a non-high-definition 16:9 (wide) or 4:3 TV
Images recorded with HD (high definition) quality are converted to SD (standard definition)
and played back. Images recorded with SD (standard definition) image quality are played back
with SD (standard definition) image quality.
To set the horizontal to vertical ratio according to the connected TV (16:9/4:3)
Set [TV TYPE] to [16:9] or [4:3] according to your TV (p. 78).
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b Notes
• When you play back a movie recorded with SD (standard definition) image quality on a 4:3 TV that is not
compatible with the 16:9 signal, touch
(HOME) t
(SETTINGS) t [MOVIE SETTINGS] t
: Signal flow
HOME MENU setting
Type Camcorder
Cable
TV
(SETTINGS) t
[OUTPUT SETTINGS]
t [COMPONENT] t
C
Component A/V cable
(supplied)
1
(Green) Y
(Blue) PB/CB
(Red) PR/CR
(SETTINGS) t
[OUTPUT SETTINGS]
t [TV TYPE] t [16:9]/
(White)
(Red)
b Notes
• If you connect only component video, audio signals are not output. Connect the white and red plugs to
output audio signals.
(SETTINGS) t
A/V connecting cable with
S VIDEO (optional)
D
[OUTPUT SETTINGS]
t [TV TYPE] t [16:9]/
1
(White)
(Red)
(Yellow)
b Notes
• When the S VIDEO plug (S VIDEO channel) is connected, audio signals are not output. To output audio
signals, connect the white and red plugs to the audio input jack of your TV.
• This connection produces higher resolution images compared with the A/V connecting cable (Type
).
A/V connecting cable
(supplied)
(SETTINGS) t
1
E
[OUTPUT SETTINGS]
(Yellow)
(White)
(Red)
t [TV TYPE] t [16:9]/
* Set [TV TYPE] according to your TV.
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When connecting to your TV via a VCR
On “PhotoTV HD”
Connect your camcorder to the LINE IN
input on the VCR using the A/V connecting
cable. Set the input selector on the VCR to
LINE (VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, etc.).
Your camcorder is compatible with
“PhotoTV HD.” “PhotoTV HD” allows for
highly-detailed, photo-like depiction of
subtle textures and colors. By connecting
Sony’s PhotoTV HD-compatible devices
using an HDMI cable* or a component A/V
cable**, a whole new world of photos can
be enjoyed in breathtaking full HD quality.
When your TV is monaural (When your
TV has only one audio input jack)
Connect the yellow plug of the A/V
connecting cable to the video input jack and
connect the white (left channel) or red
(right channel) plug to the audio input jack
of your TV or VCR.
* The TV will automatically switch to the
appropriate mode when displaying photos.
** Setup of the TV will be necessary. Please refer
to the instruction manual of your PhotoTV
HD-compatible TV for details.
If your TV/VCR has a 21-pin adaptor
(EUROCONNECTOR)
Using “BRAVIA” Sync
Use the 21-pin adaptor supplied with your
You can do the playback operation with the
remote commander of your TV by
connecting your camcorder to a “BRAVIA”
Sync compatible TV launched in 2008 or
later with the HDMI cable.
camcorder (For models with the
mark
printed on their bottom surfaces only). This
adaptor is designed for output use only.
b Notes
• When the A/V connecting cable is used to
output images, images are output with SD
(standard definition) image quality.
HDMI cable
z Tips
• If you connect your camcorder to the TV using
more than one type of cable to output images,
the order of priority of the TV input jacks is as
follows:
1
Connect your camcorder and a
“BRAVIA” Sync compatible TV*
with the HDMI cable (optional).
HDMI t component t S VIDEO t video.
• HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface)
is an interface to send both video/audio signals.
The HDMI OUT jack outputs high quality
images and digital audio.
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2
3
Turn on your camcorder.
The TV input is switched automatically,
and the image of your camcorder is
displayed on the TV.
Operate the remote commander
of the TV.
You can do the following operations.
– Display
(VIEW IMAGES) of
(HOME) by pressing the SYNC MENU
button
– Display an INDEX screen, such as the
VISUAL INDEX screen, by pressing up/
down/left/right/enter buttons on the remote
commander of your TV, and play back the
desired movies or still images
b Notes
• To set your camcorder, touch
(HOME) t
(SETTINGS) t [GENERAL SET] t
[CTRL FOR HDMI] t [ON] (the default
setting).
• Also set your TV. Refer to the instruction
manual of the TV for details.
z Tips
• If you turn off the TV, your camcorder is turned
off simultaneously.
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Saving images
capacity of the media, make sure that you save the image data to some type of external media
such as a DVD-R or a computer.
z Tips
• You can dub/copy the images recorded on the hard disk to the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” with your
Saving images using a computer
By using “Picture Motion Browser” on the supplied CD-ROM, you can save the images
recorded on your camcorder with HD (high definition) image quality or SD (standard
definition) image quality.
You can rewrite movies with HD (high definition) image quality from the computer to your
camcorder, if necessary. For details, see “PMB Guide.”
Creating a disc with One Touch (One Touch Disc Burn)
You can save images recorded on the hard disk of the camcorder
directly to a DVD with ease by pressing the
(DISC BURN) button.
Saving images on a computer (Easy PC Back-up)
You can save images recorded on the camcorder on the hard disk of a
computer.
Creating a disc with selected images
You can save images copied to your computer on a disc. You can also
edit those images.
Refer to the supplied “Operating Guide.”
Saving images by connecting your camcorder to other devices
Connecting with the A/V connecting cable
You can dub movies with SD (standard definition) image quality.
Connecting with the USB cable
You can dub movies with HD (high definition) image quality or SD
(standard definition) image quality.
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Editing (OTHERS) category
This category enables you to edit the
images on the media. Also, you can enjoy
your camcorder by connecting to other
devices.
TV CONNECT Guide
Your camcorder helps you select the
appropriate connection for your device
(OTHERS) category
Item list
DELETE
PHOTO CAPTURE
You can save a selected frame from a
MOVIE DUB
You can dub movies recorded on the hard
PHOTO COPY
You can copy still images recorded on the
hard disk to a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
(p. 53).
EDIT
PLAYLIST EDIT
You can create and edit a Playlist (p. 55).
PRINT
You can print still images on a connected
USB CONNECT
You can connect the camcorder to a
computer etc., via the USB cable.
See “Operating Guide” for connecting to
the computer.
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Deleting images
You can delete images recorded on the
media using your camcorder.
4
5
Touch the movie to be deleted.
b Notes
• You cannot restore images once they are deleted.
• Do not remove the battery pack or the AC
Adaptor from your camcorder while deleting the
images. It may damage the media.
• Do not eject “Memory Stick PRO Duo” while
deleting images from the “Memory Stick PRO
Duo.”
• When write-protection is set to the images in the
“MemoryStickPRODuo”byanotherdevice,you
cannotdeletetheimagesfromthe“MemoryStick
PRO Duo.”
The selected movie is marked with
Press and hold the movie on the LCD
screen to confirm the movie.
.
Touch
to return to the previous
screen.
z Tips
• You can select up to 100 images at one time.
• You can delete an image on the playback screen
Touch
t [YES] t
.
from
(OPTION) MENU.
• To delete all images recorded in the media, and
recover all the recordable space of the media,
To delete all movies at one time
DELETE ALL]/
Deleting movies
[
t
DELETE ALL] t [YES] t [YES]
.
You can free media space by deleting
image data from the camcorder.
You can check the free media space using
[MEDIA INFO] (p. 62).
Select the media which contains the movie
you want to delete before the operation
To delete all the movies recorded on
the same day at one time
1 In step 3, touch [
DELETE by
date]/[
DELETE by date].
b Notes
• Important data should besaved on external media
DELETE by date
1
Touch
(OTHERS) t [DELETE].
(HOME) t
2 Touch
/
to select the recording
date of the desired movie, then touch
.
The movies recorded on the selected
date are displayed on the screen.
Touch the movie on the LCD screen to
2
3
Touch [
Touch [
DELETE].
confirm the movie. Touch
to the previous screen.
to return
DELETE] or
[
DELETE].
3 Touch
t [YES] t
.
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b Notes
To delete all the still images recorded
on the same day at one time
This function is available only when the
internal hard disk is selected as the media.
• If the deleted movie is included in the Playlist
(p. 55), the movie added to the Playlist is
deleted also from the Playlist.
1 In step 3, touch [
DELETE by date].
Deleting still images
Select the media which contains the still
image you want to delete before the
operation (p. 22).
DELETE by date
1
Touch
(OTHERS) t [DELETE].
(HOME) t
2 Touch
date of the desired still image, then
touch
/
to select the recording
.
The still images recorded on the
selected date are displayed on the
screen.
Touch the still image on the LCD screen
to confirm the still image. Touch
return to the previous screen.
2
3
4
Touch [
Touch [
DELETE].
DELETE].
to
3 Touch
t [YES] t
.
Touch the still image to be
deleted.
The selected still image is marked with
.
Press and hold the still image on the LCD
screen to confirm the still image.
Touch
to return to the previous
screen.
5
Touch
t [YES] t
.
To delete all still images at one time
[YES] t [YES] t
DELETE ALL] t
.
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Capturing a still
image from a movie
You can save a selected frame from a
recorded movie as a still image.
To finish capturing
Touch
t
.
Select the media which contains movies,
and the media where you want to save still
b Notes
• The image size is fixed depending on the image
quality of the movie:
– [
quality
– [
2.1M] with HD (high definition) image
1
Touch
(OTHERS) t [PHOTO
CAPTURE].
(HOME) t
0.2M] in 16:9 (wide) with SD (standard
definition) image quality
– [VGA (0.3M)] in 4:3 with SD (standard
definition) image quality
• The media where you want to save still images
should have enough free space.
The [PHOTO CAPTURE] screen
appears.
• The recording date and time of captured still
images is the same as the recording date and
time of the movies.
• If the movie you are capturing from has no data
code, the recording date and time of the still
image will be the date and time you captured
from the movie.
2
3
Touch the movie to be captured.
The selected movie starts playback.
Touch
at the point where you
want to capture.
The movie pauses.
0:00:24
9999
PHOTO CAPTURE
4
Touch
.
The captured still image is saved on the
media selected in [PHOTO MEDIA
SET] (p. 22).
When capturing is finished, the screen
returns to pause.
To continue capturing
Touch
, then follow the steps 3 to 4.
To capture a still image from another
movie, touch
then follow the steps 2 to
4.
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Dubbing/copying
images to a “Memory
Stick PRO Duo” with
your camcorder
2
3
Touch the image quality of the
movie to be dubbed.
[
t
DUB]: To dub the
Dubbing movies
movies with HD (high definition) image
quality
You can dub movies recorded on the
internal hard disk of your camcorder to a
“Memory Stick PRO Duo.”
Insert a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” into
your camcorder before the operation.
[
t
DUB]: To dub the
movies with SD (standard definition)
image quality
Touch the type of dubbing.
b Notes
• When you record a movie on a “Memory Stick
PRO Duo” for the first time, create the image
[DUB by select]: To select movies and
dub
database file by touching
(MANAGE MEDIA) t [REPAIR IMG.DB F.]
(HOME) t
[DUB by date]: To dub all movies of a
specified date
• Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall
socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor to
prevent your camcorder from running out of
power during dubbing.
[
DUB ALL]: To dub the Playlists
with HD (high definition) image quality
DUB ALL]: To dub the Playlists
[
with SD (standard definition) image
quality
z Tips
• The original movie will not be deleted after
dubbing.
• All included images in a Playlist will be dubbed.
• The images recorded by this camcorder and
stored onto the media are called “original.”
When you select Playlist as the source
of dubbing, follow the on-screen
instructions to dub.
4
Select the movie to be dubbed.
[DUB by select]: Touch the movie to be
dubbed. The selected movie is marked
with . You can select multiple movies.
1
Touch
(HOME) t
(OTHERS) t [MOVIE DUB].
The [MOVIE DUB] screen appears.
DUB
DUB
DUB by select
MOVIE DUB
Press and hold:PREVIEW
Remaining capacity of
“Memory Stick PRO Duo”
z Tips
• Press and hold the image on the LCD screen
to confirm the image. Touch
to the previous screen.
to return
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[DUB by date]: Select the recording
date of the movie to be dubbed, then
2
3
Touch the type of copying.
touch
dates.
. You cannot select multiple
[COPY by select]: To select still images
and copy
[COPY by date]: To copy all still
images of a specified date
DUB by date
Select the still image to be
copied.
[COPY by select]: Touch the still image
to be copied. The selected still image is
marked with . You can select multiple
still images.
5
Touch
t [YES].
Dubbing starts.
z Tips
• To check the dubbed movies after dubbing is
finished, select [
MEMORY STICK]/[
COPY
MEMORY STICK] on [MOVIE MEDIA SET]
Press and hold:PREVIEW
z Tips
Copying still images
• Press and hold the image on the screen to
confirm the image. Touch
the previous screen.
to return to
You can copy still images from the internal
hard disk of the camcorder to a “Memory
Stick PRO Duo.”
Insert a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” into
your camcorder before the operation.
[COPY by date]: Select the recording
date of the still image to be copied, then
touch
dates.
. You cannot select multiple
b Notes
• Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall
socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor to
prevent your camcorder from running out of
power during copying.
COPY by date
1
Touch
(HOME) t
(OTHERS) t [PHOTO COPY].
The [PHOTO COPY] screen appears.
4
Touch
t [YES].
Copying starts.
COPY by select
COPY
COPY by date
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Dividing a movie
z Tips
Select the media which contains the movie
you want to divide before the operation
• To check the copied still images after copying is
finished, select [MEMORY STICK] on
[PHOTO MEDIA SET] and play them back
1
Touch
(OTHERS) t [EDIT].
(HOME) t
2
3
Touch [DIVIDE].
Touch the movie to be divided.
The selected movie starts playback.
4
Touch
at the point where you
want to divide the movie into
scenes.
The movie pauses.
Adjusts the dividing point with more
precision after the dividing point has
been selected with
Returns to the beginning of the
selected movie
Play and pause toggles as you press
.
5
Touch
t [YES] t
.
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Creating the Playlist
b Notes
• You cannot restore movies once they are
divided.
• Do not remove the battery pack or the AC
Adaptor from your camcorder while dividing
the movie. It may damage the media. Also, do
not eject the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” while
dividing movies on the “Memory Stick PRO
Duo.”
The Playlist is a list showing thumbnails of
the movies that you have selected.
The original movies are not changed even if
you edit or delete the movies added to the
Playlist.
Select the media you want to create, play,
or edit a Playlist before the operation
• A slight difference may occur from the point
b Notes
where you touch
and the actual dividing
• Images with HD (high definition) image quality
and SD (standard definition) image quality are
added to an individual Playlist.
point, as your camcorder selects the dividing
point based on about half-second increments.
• If you divide the original movie, the movie
added to the Playlist will also be divided.
1
Touch
(HOME) t
(OTHERS) t [PLAYLIST EDIT].
2
3
Touch [
ADD] or [
ADD].
Touch the movie to be added to
the Playlist.
The selected movie is marked with
Press and hold the movie on the LCD
screen to confirm the movie.
.
Touch
to return to the previous
screen.
4
Touch
t [YES] t
.
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To add all the movies recorded on the
same day at one time
Playing the Playlist
Select the media you want to create, play,
or edit a Playlist before the operation
1 In step 2, touch [
ADD by date].
ADD by date]/
[
The recording dates of movies are
displayed on the screen.
1
Touch
IMAGES) t [PLAYLIST].
(HOME) t
(VIEW
The Playlist screen appears.
2 Touch
/
to select the recording
date of the desired movie.
HDD
3 Touch while the selected recording
date is highlighted.
The movies recorded on the selected
date are displayed on the screen.
Touch the movie on the LCD screen to
2
Touch the movie you want to play
back.
confirm the movie. Touch
to the previous screen.
to return
The Playlist is played back from the
selected movie to the end, then the
screen returns to the Playlist screen.
4 Touch
t [YES] t
.
b Notes
• Do not remove the battery pack or the AC
Adaptor from your camcorder while adding to
the Playlist. It may damage the media. Also, do
not eject the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” while
editing movies on the “Memory Stick PRO
Duo.”
To erase unnecessary movies from
the Playlist
1 Touch
(HOME) t
(OTHERS)
t [PLAYLIST EDIT].
• You cannot add still images to the Playlist.
2 Touch [ ERASE]/[
ERASE].
• You cannot create a Playlist which contains
both HD (high definition) image quality and SD
(standard definition) image quality.
To erase all the movies from the
Playlist, touch [ ERASE ALL]/
ERASE ALL] t [YES] t
[YES] t
[
z Tips
.
• You can add a maximum of 999 movies with
HD (high definition) image quality, or 99
movies with SD (standard definition) image
quality to the Playlist.
3 Select the movie to be erased from the
list.
• You can add a movie on the playback screen or
the INDEX screen by touching
(OPTION).
• You can copy the Playlist to a disc as it is, by
using the supplied software.
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The selected movie is marked with
.
Press and hold the movie on the LCD
screen to confirm the movie.
Touch
to return to the previous
screen.
4 Touch
t [YES] t
.
To change the order within the Playlist
1 Touch
(HOME) t
(OTHERS)
t [PLAYLIST EDIT].
2 Touch [ MOVE]/[
MOVE].
3 Select the movie to be moved.
The selected movie is marked with
.
Press and hold the movie on the LCD
screen to confirm the movie.
Touch
to return to the previous
screen.
4 Touch
.
5 Select the destination with
/
.
Destination bar
6 Touch
t [YES] t
.
z Tips
• When you select multiple movies, the movies
are moved following the order appearing in the
Playlist.
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Editing
Dubbing to other devices
Connecting with the A/V connecting cable
You can dub images played back on your camcorder to other recording devices, such as VCRs
or DVD/HDD recorders. Connect the device in either of the following ways.
Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for
connected.
b Notes
• Movies recorded with HD (high definition) image quality will be dubbed with SD (standard
definition) image quality.
• To copy a movie recorded with HD (high definition) image quality, install the application software
(supplied) on your computer, and copy the images to a disc in the computer.
• Since dubbing is performed via analog data transfer, the image quality may deteriorate.
A/V OUT jack
(Yellow)
(White) (Red)
IN
IN
(Yellow) (White) (Red)
S VIDEO
VIDEO
AUDIO
VIDEO
AUDIO
Devices with an S VIDEO jack
Deviceswithout an
S VIDEO jack
VCRs or DVD/
HDD recorders
: Video/Signal flow
A A/V connecting cable (supplied)
Your camcorder and the Handycam
Station are equipped with A/V Remote
115). Connect the A/V connecting cable
either to the Handycam Station or to
your camcorder, depending on your
setup.
can be produced than with an A/V
connecting cable. Connect the white and
red plug (left/right audio) and the S
VIDEO plug (S VIDEO channel) of the
A/V connecting cable with an S VIDEO
cable (optional). The yellow plug
connection is not necessary. S VIDEO
connection only will not output audio.
B A/V connecting cable with S
VIDEO (optional)
b Notes
• You cannot dub to recorders connected with an
HDMI cable.
When connecting to another device via
the S VIDEO jack, by using an A/V
connecting cable with an S VIDEO
cable (optional), higher quality images
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• To hide the screen indicators (such as a counter,
etc.) on the screen of the monitor device
5
When dubbing is finished, stop
the recording device, and then
your camcorder.
connected, touch
(HOME) t
(SETTINGS) t [OUTPUT SETTINGS] t
[DISP OUTPUT] t [LCD PANEL] (the
To record the date/time and camera settings
• When you are connecting your camcorder to a
monaural device, connect the yellow plug of the
A/V connecting cable to the video input jack,
and the red (right channel) or the white (left
channel) plug to the audio input jack on the
device.
Connecting with the USB cable
Connect your camcorder to a DVD writer,
etc., compatible with movie dubbing via
USB connection, to dub without image
degradation.
Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet
(wall socket) using the supplied AC
instruction manuals supplied with the
device to be connected.
1
2
3
Turn on your camcorder, and
press (VIEW IMAGES).
Set [TV TYPE] according to the display
device (p. 78).
Insert the recording media in the
recording device.
If your recording device has an input
selector, set it to the input mode.
Connect your camcorder to the
recording device (VCR or DVD/
HDD recorder) with the A/V
connecting cable (supplied) 1 or
an A/V connecting cable with S
VIDEO (optional) 2.
1
2
Turn on your camcorder.
Connect your camcorder to the input
jacks of the recording device.
Connect the (USB) jack of your
camcorder and a DVD writer, etc.,
with the supplied USB cable
4
Start playback on your
camcorder, and record it on the
recording device.
The [USB SELECT] screen appears
automatically.
STBY
Refer to the instruction manuals
supplied with your recording device for
details.
USB CONNECT
PRINT
USB CONNECT
DISC BURN
USB SELECT
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Printing recorded still
images (PictBridge
compliant printer)
You can print out still images using a
PictBridge compliant printer, without
connecting the camcorder to a computer.
3
4
Touch [
USB CONNECT] or
[
USB CONNECT] according to
the media on which the movie you
want to dub is recorded.
Connect your camcorder to the AC Adaptor
to obtain power from the wall outlet (wall
Select the media which contains the still
image you want to print before the
To print still images on a “Memory Stick
PRO Duo,” insert the “Memory Stick PRO
Duo” containing them into your camcorder.
Operate the device to be
connected, and start recording.
For details, refer to the instruction
manuals supplied with the device to be
connected.
5
After dubbing is complete, touch
[END] t [YES], then disconnect
the USB cable.
1
2
3
Connect the Handycam Station to
the wall outlet (wall socket) using
the supplied AC Adaptor.
Attention
This camcorder captures high definition
footage in the AVCHD format. High
definition footage can be copied onto DVD
media. However, DVD media containing
AVCHD footage should not be used with
DVD based players or recorders, as the
DVD player/ recorder may fail to eject the
media and may erase its contents without
warning. DVD media containing AVCHD
footage may be played on a compatible
Blu-ray Disc ™ player/recorder or other
compatible device.
Set the camcorder onto the
Handycam Station securely, then
turn on your camcorder.
Connect the (USB) jack of the
Handycam Station to the printer
using the USB cable (p. 115).
[USB SELECT] appears on the screen
automatically.
z Tips
4
Touch [PRINT].
• If the [USB SELECT] screen does not appear,
touch
(HOME) t
(OTHERS) t
When connection is complete,
(PictBridge connecting) appears on
the screen.
[USB CONNECT].
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b Notes
You can select a still image on the
screen.
• We can guarantee the operation of only models
that are PictBridge compatible.
• Refer also to the instruction manual of the
printer to be used.
• Do not attempt the following operations when
is on the screen. The operations may not be
performed properly.
5
Touch the still image to be
printed.
– Operate the POWER switch
– Press
(VIEW IMAGES)
– Remove your camcorder from the Handycam
Station
– Disconnect the USB cable from your
camcorder, the Handycam Station or the
printer
– Eject the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” from
your camcorder while printing still images
saved on the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
• If the printer stops working, disconnect the USB
cable, turn the printer off and on again, and
restart the operation from the beginning.
The selected still image is marked with
.
Press and hold the still image on the
LCD screen to confirm the still image.
Touch
to return to the previous
screen.
• You can select only the paper sizes that the
printer can print.
• On some printer models, the top, bottom, right,
and left edges of images may be trimmed. If you
print a still image recorded in a 16:9 (wide)
ratio, the left and right ends of the still image
may be trimmed widely.
• Some printer models may not support the date
printing function. Refer to your printer’s
instruction manual for details.
• The still images described below may not be
printed out:
– The still image edited by a computer
– The still image recorded by other devices
– The still image file exceeding 4 MB
6
7
Touch
(OPTION), set the
following options, then touch
.
[COPIES]: Set the number of copies of
a still image to be printed. You can set
up to 20 copies.
[DATE/TIME]: Select [DATE],
[DAY&TIME], or [OFF] (no date/time
printed).
[SIZE]: Select the paper size.
If you do not change the setting, go to
step 7.
– The still image file larger than 3,680 × 2,760
pixels
Touch [EXEC] t [YES] t
The still image selection screen appears
again.
.
z Tips
• PictBridge is an industry standard established
by the Camera & Imaging Products Association
(CIPA). You can print still images without using
a computer by connecting a printer directly to a
digital video camera or digital still camera,
regardless of model or manufacturer.
To finish printing
• You can print a still image on the still image
playback screen from
(OPTION) MENU.
In step 4, touch
on the image selection
screen.
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Utilizing recording media
(MANAGE MEDIA)
Checking the media
information
You can check the remaining recordable
time for each recording mode of the media
and the approximate free and used media
space.
category
This category enables you to use the hard
disk or a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” for
various purposes.
b Notes
• During Easy Handycam operation, you cannot
check the media information. Cancel Easy
(MANAGE MEDIA) category
Touch
(HOME) t
(MANAGE
MEDIA) t [MEDIA INFO].
The remaining recordable time for each
recording mode is displayed.
Item list
MOVIE MEDIA SET
You can select the media for movies
(p. 22).
z Tips
• You can check the recordable free space, etc. by
touching
at the lower right on the screen.
PHOTO MEDIA SET
You can select the media for still images
(p. 23).
To turn off the display
MEDIA INFO
You can display the media information
Touch
.
b Notes
• The calculation for media space is 1 MB =
1,048,576 bytes. The fractions less than MB are
discarded when the media space is displayed.
The displayed size of the whole hard disk space
will be slightly smaller than the size shown
below despite displaying both free and used
hard disk space.
MEDIA FORMAT
You can format the media and recover the
REPAIR IMG.DB F.
– HDR-SR11E:
60,000 MB
– HDR-SR12E:
120,000 MB
You can repair the management
• Since there is a management file area, the used
space is not displayed as 0 MB even if you
z Tips
• Only the information of the media selected on
[MOVIE MEDIA SET] is displayed. Change
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Deleting all images
(Formatting)
Formatting deletes all the images to recover
recordable free space.
Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet
(wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor
for this operation (p. 16).
Formatting the “Memory Stick
PRO Duo”
1
Insert the “Memory Stick PRO
Duo” to be formatted into your
camcorder.
b Notes
• To avoid the lossof important images, you should
FORMAT].
• While [MEDIA FORMAT] is activated, do not
disconnect the AC Adaptor.
2
Touch
(HOME) t
(MANAGE MEDIA) t [MEDIA
FORMAT] t [MEMORY STICK].
Formatting the hard disk
1
Touch
(HOME) t
(MANAGE MEDIA) t [MEDIA
FORMAT] t [HDD].
3
4
Touch [YES] t [YES].
When [Completed.] appears,
touch
.
2
3
Touch [YES] t [YES].
b Notes
When [Completed.] appears,
• While the ACCESS lamp is lit, do not eject the
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” from your
camcorder.
touch
.
• Even the still images protected with another
device against accidental deletion are also
deleted.
• Do not attempt the following operations when
[Executing...] is on the screen:
– Operate the POWER switch or buttons
– Remove the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
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Preventing data on the hard disk of the
camcorder from being recovered
[
EMPTY] allows you to write
unintelligible data onto the hard disk of the
camcorder. In this way, it may become
more difficult to recover any original data.
When you dispose of or transfer the
4
Press and hold . (back light) for
The [
EMPTY] screen appears.
camcorder to others, it is recommended that
you perform [
EMPTY].
b Notes
• If you perform [
EMPTY], all the images
are deleted. To avoid the loss of important
performing [
EMPTY].
• You cannot perform [
connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall
socket).
• Disconnect all cables except the AC Adaptor.
Do not disconnect the AC Adaptor during the
operation.
EMPTY] unless you
5
6
Touch [YES] t [YES].
When [Completed.] appears,
touch
.
• While performing [
EMPTY], do not apply
any vibrations or shocks to your camcorder.
b Notes
• The actual performing time for [
as follows;
– HDR-SR11E:
approx. 60 minutes
1
Connect the AC Adaptor to the
DC IN jack on the camcorder and
the wall outlet (wall socket).
EMPTY] is
– HDR-SR12E:
approx. 120 minutes
• If you stop performing [
[Executing...] appears, be sure to complete the
operation by performing [MEDIA FORMAT] or
EMPTY] when you use the camcorder
next time.
2
3
Turn on your camcorder.
EMPTY] while
[
Touch
(HOME) t
(MANAGE MEDIA) t [MEDIA
FORMAT] t [HDD].
The [
FORMAT] screen appears.
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Repairing the image database file
• The image database files of the hard disk and
the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” are repaired
separately.
This function checks the management
information and the consistency of movies
and still images in the media, and repairs
any inconsistencies found.
1
Touch
(MANAGE MEDIA) t
(HOME) t
[REPAIR IMG.DB F.] t [HDD] or
[MEMORY STICK].
Do you want to check the Image Database File?
YES
NO
REPAIR IMG.DB F.
2
Touch [YES].
The management file check starts.
Touch and quit the management file
check if no inconsistency is found.
3
4
Touch [YES].
After [Completed.] appears, touch
.
b Notes
• Do not apply mechanical shock or vibration to
your camcorder, and do not remove the AC
Adaptor or the battery pack during the
operation.
• While repairing the image database file of the
“Memory Stick PRO Duo,” do not eject the
“Memory Stick PRO Duo.”
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Customizing your camcorder
What you can do with the
(SETTINGS)
category of the
HOME MENU
You can change the recording functions and
the operating settings for your convenience.
3
4
5
Touch the desired setup item.
If the item is not on the screen, touch
Using the HOME MENU
/
to change the page.
STBY
REC MODE
AE SHIFT
AUDIO MODE
1
Turn on your camcorder, then
1/4
WB SHIFT
press
(HOME).
NIGHTSHOT LIGHT
WIDE SELECT
MOVIE SETTINGS
(HOME)
Touch the desired item.
If the item is not on the screen, touch
/
to change the page.
(HOME)
STBY
REC MODE
For setting the quality of movies.
(SETTINGS) category
Change the setting, then touch
.
2
Touch
(SETTINGS).
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Items
Page
List of the
(SETTINGS)
ZEBRA
category items
FLASH MODE*
FLASH LEVEL
REDEYE REDUC
DIAL SETTING
FACE DETECTION
CONVERSION LENS
MOVIE SETTINGS (p. 68)
Items
Page
REC MODE
AUDIO MODE
AE SHIFT
WB SHIFT
NIGHTSHOT LIGHT
WIDE SELECT
DIGITAL ZOOM
STEADYSHOT
AUTO SLW SHUTTR
X.V.COLOR
Items
Page
DATA CODE
DISPLAY
SOUND/DISP SET** (p. 77)
GUIDEFRAME
ZEBRA
Items
Page
VOLUME*
BEEP*
REMAINING SET
SUB-T DATE
LCD BRIGHT
LCD BL LEVEL
LCD COLOR
VF B.LIGHT
FLASH MODE*
FLASH LEVEL
REDEYE REDUC
DIAL SETTING
FACE DETECTION
INDEX SET*
OUTPUT SETTINGS (p. 78)
Items
Page
CONVERSION LENS
TV TYPE
PHOTO SETTINGS (p. 73)
DISP OUTPUT
COMPONENT
Items
Page
IMAGE SIZE*
FILE NO.
AE SHIFT
Items
Page
CLOCK SET*
AREA SET
WB SHIFT
NIGHTSHOT LIGHT
STEADYSHOT
GUIDEFRAME
SUMMERTIME
LANGUAGE SET*
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MOVIE SETTINGS
(Items for recording movies)
Items
Page
DEMO MODE
REC LAMP
CALIBRATION
A.SHUT OFF
QUICK ON STBY
REMOTE CTRL
DROP SENSOR
CTRL FOR HDMI
Touch 1, then 2.
If the item is not on the screen, touch
to change the page.
/
How to set
* You can set these items also during Easy
The default settings are marked with B.
**The menu name is changed to [SOUND
SETTINGS] during Easy Handycam operation.
REC MODE (Recording
mode)
You can select a recording mode to record a
movie with HD (high definition) image
quality from 4 levels.
HD FH (
)
Records in the highest quality mode
(AVC HD 16M (FH)).
HD HQ (
)
Records in high quality mode
(AVC HD 9M (HQ)).
BHD SP (
)
Records in standard quality mode
(AVC HD 7M (SP)).
HD LP (
)
Increases the recording time (Long Play)
(AVC HD 5M (LP)).
You can select a recording mode to record a
movie with SD (standard definition) image
quality from 3 levels.
SD HQ (
)
Records in high quality mode
(SD 9M (HQ)).
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• You can also adjust the setting manually using
BSD SP (
Records in standard quality mode
)
(SD 6M (SP)).
WB SHIFT (White
Balance Shift)
SD LP (
)
Increases the recording time (Long Play)
Select [ON] to adjust the white balance to
(SD 3M (LP)).
the desired setting using
and the setting value appear on the
screen (The default setting is [OFF]).
/
.
b Notes
• If you record in the LP mode, the quality of
movies may be degraded, or scenes with quick
movements may appear with block noise when
you play back the image.
z Tips
• When the white balance is set to a lower value,
images appear bluish, and when set to a higher
value, images appear reddish.
• You can also adjust the setting manually using
z Tips
time of each recording mode.
• You can select the [REC MODE] for each
media separately.
NIGHTSHOT LIGHT
AUDIO MODE
When using either the NightShot (p. 32) or
record, you can record clearer images by
setting [NIGHTSHOT LIGHT], which
emits infrared light (invisible), to [ON] (the
default setting).
You can change the recording sound
format.
B5.1ch SURROUND (
Records sound in 5.1ch surround.
)
b Notes
2ch STEREO (
)
• Do not cover the infrared port with your fingers
Records sound in 2ch stereo.
b Notes
• Remove the conversion lens (optional).
•
appears temporarily regardless of the
setting when you play back movies recorded on
the setting; [RECORD SOUND] to [OFF] of
[SMTH SLW REC].
• The maximum shooting distance using
[NIGHTSHOT LIGHT] is about 3 m (10 feet).
WIDE SELECT
When recording with SD (standard
AE SHIFT
definition) image quality, you can select the
horizontal to vertical ratio according to the
TV connected. Refer also to the instruction
manuals supplied with your TV.
Select [ON] to adjust the exposure using
(dark)/ (bright). and the
setting value appear on the screen (The
default setting is [OFF]).
B16:9 WIDE
Records images to the full screen on a 16:9
(wide) TV screen.
z Tips
• Touch
if the subject is white or the
backlight is bright, or touch
is black or the light is dim.
• You can adjust the automatic exposure level to
brighter or darker when [EXPOSURE] is set to
[AUTO].
if the subject
4:3 (
)
Records images to the full screen on a 4:3
TV screen.
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b Notes
X.V.COLOR
• Set [TV TYPE] correctly according to the TV
When recording, set to [ON] to capture
wider range of colors. Various colors such
as the brilliant color of flowers and
turquoise blue of the sea can be more
faithfully reproduced.
DIGITAL ZOOM
You can select the maximum zoom level in
case you want to zoom to a level greater
than 12 × during recording. Note that the
image quality decreases when you use the
digital zoom.
b Notes
• Set [X.V.COLOR] to [ON] when the recorded
content will be played back on an x.v.Color-
compliant TV.
• If the movie recorded with this function [ON] is
played back on an non-x.v.Color-compliant TV,
the color may not be reproduced correctly.
• [X.V.COLOR] cannot be set to [ON]:
– While recording with SD (standard definition)
image quality
– While recording a movie
The right side of the bar shows the digital
zooming factor. The zooming zone
appears when you select the zooming
level.
z Tips
• The LCD screen is compatible with x.v.Color.
BOFF
Up to 12 × zoom is performed optically.
GUIDEFRAME
24 ×
You can display the frame and check that
the subject is horizontal or vertical by
setting [GUIDEFRAME] to [ON].
The frame is not recorded. Press DISP/
BATT INFO to make the frame disappear
(The default setting is [OFF]).
Up to 12 × zoom is performed optically,
and after that, up to 24 × zoom is
performed digitally.
150 ×
Up to 12 × zoom is performed optically,
and after that, up to 150 × zoom is
performed digitally.
STEADYSHOT
You can compensate for camera shake (the
default setting is [ON]). Set
[STEADYSHOT] to [OFF] ( ) when
using a tripod (optional), then the image
becomes natural.
z Tips
• Positioning the subject at the cross point of the
guide frame makes a balanced composition.
• The outer frame of [GUIDEFRAME] shows the
display area of a TV which is not compatible
with full pixel display.
AUTO SLW SHUTTR
(Auto Slow Shutter)
When recording in dark places, the shutter
speed is automatically reduced to 1/25
second (The default setting is [ON]).
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b Notes
ZEBRA
• When the remaining recordable time for movies
is less than 5 minutes, the indicator stays on the
screen.
Diagonal stripes appear in portions of the
screen where brightness is at a preset level.
This is useful as a guide when adjusting the
brightness. When you change the default
setting,
is not recorded.
SUB-T DATE (Subtitle
date)
is displayed. The zebra pattern
When you set to [ON] (the default setting),
you can display the recording date and time
while playing back the image recorded on
your camcorder, on devices compatible
with the subtitle display function. Refer
also to the instruction manual of the display
device.
BOFF
The zebra pattern is not displayed.
70
The zebra pattern appears at a screen
brightness level of about 70 IRE.
100
b Notes
The zebra pattern appears at a screen
brightness level of about 100 IRE or
higher.
• The images recorded with HD (high definition)
image quality can be played back only on
AVCHD format compatible devices.
• [SUB-T DATE] cannot be set for SD (standard
definition) image quality.
b Notes
• Portions of the screen where brightness is about
100 IRE or above may appear overexposed.
FLASH MODE
z Tips
• IRE represents the screen brightness.
You can select the flash setting when you
record still images with the built-in flash or
an external flash (optional) that is
REMAINING SET
compatible with your camcorder.
BON
BAUTO
Always displays the remaining media
indicator.
Automatically flashes when there is
insufficient ambient light.
AUTO
ON (
)
Displays the remaining recording time of
movies for about 8 seconds in situations
such as those described below.
Always uses the flash regardless of the
surrounding brightness.
OFF (
Records without flash.
)
– When your camcorder recognizes the
remaining media capacity while the
(Movie) lamp lights up
b Notes
– When you press DISP/BATT INFO to
switch the indicator from off to on while
• The recommended distance to the subject when
using the built-in flash is approximately 0.3 to
2.5 m (1 to 8 feet).
• Remove any dust from the surface of the flash
before using it. Flash effect may be impaired if
heat discoloration or dust obscures the lamp.
the
(Movie) lamp lights up
– When you select the movie recording
mode on the HOME MENU
• The /CHG (charge) lamp flickers while
charging the flash, and remains lit when the
battery charge is complete.
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• If you use the flash in bright places such as
when shooting a backlit subject, the flash may
not be effective.
BON (
)
Detects a face and shows a frame on it. The
detected face image is optimized
automatically.
FLASH LEVEL
Face detection frame
You can set this function when you use the
built-in flash, or an external flash (optional)
that is compatible with your camcorder.
REC
HIGH(
)
Makes the flash level higher.
BNORMAL(
LOW(
)
Face detection mark
)
ON[NO FRAMES] (
)
Makes the flash level lower.
Detects a face without showing a frame.
The detected face image is optimized
automatically.
REDEYE REDUC
You can set this function when you record
still images using the built-in flash or an
external flash (optional) that is compatible
with your camcorder.
OFF
Does not use [FACE DETECTION]
function.
When you set [REDEYE REDUC] to [ON],
then set [FLASH MODE] to [AUTO] or
b Notes
• Faces may not be detected depending on
recording conditions.
[ON],
appears. You can prevent redeye
by activating the pre-flash before the flash
flashes.
• [FACE DETECTION] may not function
properly depending on recording conditions. Set
[FACE DETECTION] to [OFF] in this case.
b Notes
• The redeye reduction may not produce the
desired effect due to individual differences and
other conditions.
INDEX SET
The default setting is [ON], allowing you to
search for faces automatically and to
DIAL SETTING
Face icons and their meanings
: When the setting is [ON]
: This icon flashes when your camcorder
detects a face. The icon stops flashing when
the face is recorded in [Face Index].
: This icon appears when faces cannot
be recorded in [Face Index].*
You can select an item you want to set to
the CAM CTRL dial. For details, see page
34.
FACE DETECTION
Detects faces and adjusts the focus, color
and exposure automatically. Also,
optimizes the face image.
* The number of faces that can be detected is
limited.
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PHOTO SETTINGS
(Items for recording still images)
CONVERSION LENS
When using a conversion lens (optional),
use this function to record using the
optimum compensation for camera shake
for each lens.
You can select [WIDE CONVERSION]
Touch 1, then 2.
(
) or [TELE CONVERSION] ( ). The
If the item is not on the screen, touch
to change the page.
/
default setting is [OFF].
How to set
The default settings are marked with B.
IMAGE SIZE
B10.2M (
)
10.2M
Records still images in the highest quality
(3,680 × 2,760).
7.6M (
)
7.6M
Records still images in the highest quality
in the 16:9 (wide) ratio (3,680 × 2,070).
6.1M ( 6.1M )
Records still images clearly (2,848 ×
2,136).
1.9M (
)
Allows you to record more still images in
relatively clear quality (1,600 × 1,200).
VGA (0.3M) (
)
Allows the maximum number of still
images to be recorded (640 × 480).
b Notes
• The selected image size is effective while the
(still) lamp is lit.
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Capacity of the “Memory Stick PRO
Duo” and the number of recordable
still images (Unit: number of
images)*
FILE NO. (File number)
BSERIES
Assigns file numbers of still images in
sequence even if the “Memory Stick PRO
Duo” is replaced with another one. The file
number is reset when a new folder is
created or the recording folder is replaced
with another.
When the POWER switch is
(Still)
10.2M
3680 × 2760
RESET
Assigns file numbers in sequence,
following the largest file number existing
on the current recording medium.
10.2M
1GB
2GB
4GB
8GB
230
475
930
AE SHIFT
1900
* The number of recordable still images shown is
for the maximum image size of your camcorder.
The actual number of recordable still images is
displayed on the LCD screen during recording
(p. 117).
WB SHIFT (White
Balance Shift)
b Notes
• When using a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” made
by Sony Corporation. The number of recordable
still images varies depending on the recording
conditions or type of “Memory Stick.”
NIGHTSHOT LIGHT
• You can record up to 9,999 still images on the
hard disk.
• The unique pixel array of Sony’s ClearVid
CMOS sensor and image processing system
(BIONZ) allows for still image resolution
equivalent to the sizes described.
STEADYSHOT
GUIDEFRAME
z Tips
• You can also use a “Memory Stick Duo” with a
capacity of under 1 GB for recording still
images.
ZEBRA
FLASH MODE
FLASH LEVEL
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VIEW IMAGES SET
(Items to customize the display)
REDEYE REDUC
DIAL SETTING
Touch 1, then 2.
If the item is not on the screen, touch
to change the page.
/
FACE DETECTION
How to set
CONVERSION LENS
The default settings are marked with B.
DATA CODE
During playback, displays the information
(data code) recorded automatically at the
time of recording.
BOFF
Data code is not displayed.
DATE/TIME
Displays the date and time.
CAMERA DATA
Displays camera setting data.
DATE/TIME
ADate
BTime
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CAMERA DATA
6IMAGES
Displays thumbnails of 6 images.
Movie
12IMAGES
Displays thumbnails of 12 images.
* You can also operate with the zoom
buttons on the LCD frame or on the
Remote Commander.
Still image
10.2M
CSteadyShot off
DBrightness
EWhite balance
FGain
GShutter speed
HAperture value
IExposure
z Tips
appears for an image recorded using a flash.
•
• The data code is displayed on the TV screen if
you connect your camcorder to a TV.
• The indicator toggles through the following
sequences as you press DATA CODE on the
Remote Commander: [DATE/TIME] t
[CAMERA DATA] t [OFF] (no indication).
• Depending on the media condition, bars [--:--:--]
appear.
DISPLAY
You can select the number of thumbnails
that appear on the VISUAL INDEX screen.
Thumbnail
Glossary (p. 120)
BZOOM LINK
Change the number of thumbnails (6 or 12)
with the power zoom lever on your
camcorder.*
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SOUND/DISP SET
(Items to adjust the sound and the screen)
LCD BL LEVEL (LCD
back light level)
You can adjust the brightness of the LCD
screen’s backlight.
BNORMAL
Standard brightness.
Touch 1, then 2.
If the item is not on the screen, touch
to change the page.
/
BRIGHT
Brightens the LCD screen.
How to set
b Notes
• When you connect your camcorder to the wall
outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC
Adaptor, [BRIGHT] is automatically selected
for the setting.
• When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is
slightly reduced during recording.
• If you open the LCD panel 180 degrees to face
the screen outside and close the LCD panel to
the camcorder body, the setting becomes
[NORMAL] automatically.
The default settings are marked with B.
VOLUME
Touch
/
to adjust the volume
z Tips
BEEP
• This adjustment does not affect the recorded
images in any way.
BON
A melody sounds when you start/stop
recording, or operate the touch panel.
LCD COLOR
OFF
You can adjust the color of the LCD screen
Cancels the melody.
with
/
.
LCD BRIGHT
Low intensity
z Tips
High intensity
You can adjust the brightness of the LCD
screen with
/
.
• This adjustment does not affect the recorded
images in any way.
1 Adjust the brightness with
/
.
2 Touch
.
VF B.LIGHT
z Tips
• This adjustment does not affect the recorded
images in any way.
You can adjust the brightness of the
viewfinder.
BNORMAL
Standard brightness.
BRIGHT
Brightens the viewfinder screen.
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OUTPUT SETTINGS
(Items for when connecting other devices)
b Notes
• When you connect your camcorder to outside
power sources, [BRIGHT] is automatically
selected for the setting.
• When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is
slightly reduced during recording.
z Tips
Touch 1, then 2.
If the item is not on the screen, touch
to change the page.
• This adjustment does not affect the recorded
images in any way.
/
How to set
The default settings are marked with B.
TV TYPE
You need to convert the signal depending
on the TV connected when playing back the
image. The recorded images are played
back as following illustrations.
B16:9
Select this to view your images on a 16:9
(wide) TV.
16:9 (wide)
images
4:3 images
4:3
Select this to view your images on a 4:3
standard TV.
16:9 (wide)
images
4:3 images
b Notes
• Horizontal to vertical ratio of the image
recorded with HD (high definition) image
quality is 16:9.
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CLOCK/ LANG
(Items to set clock and language)
DISP OUTPUT
BLCD PANEL
Shows displays such as the time code in
the viewfinder and on the LCD screen.
V-OUT/PANEL
Shows displays such as the time code in
the viewfinder, on the TV screen and LCD
screen.
Touch 1, then 2.
If the item is not on the screen, touch
to change the page.
/
How to set
COMPONENT
Select [COMPONENT] when connecting
your camcorder to a TV with the
component input jack.
CLOCK SET
576i
Select when connecting your camcorder to
a TV with the component input jack.
AREA SET
B1080i/576i
Select when connecting your camcorder to
a TV that has the component input jack
and is capable of displaying the 1080i
signal.
You can adjust a time difference without
stopping the clock.
Set your local area using
using your camcorder in other time zones.
Refer to the world time difference on page
103.
/
when
SUMMERTIME
You can change this setting without
stopping the clock.
Set to [ON] to move the time forward
1 hour.
LANGUAGE SET
You can select the language to be used on
the LCD screen.
z Tips
• Your camcorder offers [ENG[SIMP]]
(simplified English) for when you cannot
find your native tongue among the
options.
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GENERAL SET
(Other setup items)
A.SHUT OFF (Auto shut
off)
B5 min
The camcorder is automatically turned off
when you do not operate your camcorder
for more than approximately 5 minutes.
Touch 1, then 2.
If the item is not on the screen, touch
to change the page.
NEVER
/
The camcorder is not automatically turned
off.
How to set
b Notes
• When you connect your camcorder to a wall
outlet (wall socket), [A.SHUT OFF] is
automatically set to [NEVER].
The default settings are marked with B.
QUICK ON STBY (Quick
on standby)
DEMO MODE
The default setting is [ON], allowing you to
view the demonstration in about 10
minutes, after you turn the POWER switch
You can set the time that you want the
camcorder to remain on before turning off
[10min].
to
(Movie).
z Tips
b Notes
• The demonstration will be suspended in
situations such as those described below.
•
[A.SHUT OFF] does not work during sleep
mode.
– When you press START/STOP or PHOTO
– When you touch the screen during the
demonstration (The demonstration starts
again after about 10 minutes)
REMOTE CTRL (Remote
control)
– When you set the POWER switch to
(Still)
The default setting is [ON], allowing you to
use the supplied Remote Commander
(p. 116).
– When you press
IMAGES)
(HOME) or
(VIEW
z Tips
REC LAMP (Recording
lamp)
• Set to [OFF] to prevent your camcorder from
responding to a command sent by another VCR
remote control unit.
The camera recording lamp on the front of
your camcorder lights up, as the default
setting is [ON].
CALIBRATION
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DROP SENSOR
When the drop sensor has detected that the
camcorder has been dropped, your
camcorder may not allow you to record and
play back correctly to protect the internal
hard disk, as the default setting is [ON].
When dropping is detected,
appears.
b Notes
• Set the drop sensor to [ON] when you use the
camcorder. Otherwise, if you drop the
camcorder, you may damage the internal hard
disk.
• In a non-gravity situation, the drop sensor
activates. When you record images during an
activity such as roller-coasting or skydiving,
you can set [DROP SENSOR] to [OFF] (
so as not to activate the drop sensor.
)
CTRL FOR HDMI
(Control for HDMI)
The default setting is [ON], allowing you to
do the playback operation with the remote
commander of your TV by connecting your
camcorder to a “BRAVIA” Sync
compatible TV with the HDMI cable
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Activating functions using the OPTION MENU
The
(OPTION) MENU appears just like
the pop-up window that appears when you
right-click the mouse on a computer.
Various available functions are displayed.
3
Change the setting, then touch
.
Using the OPTION MENU
b Notes
• The tabs and items that appear on the screen
depend on the recording/playback status of your
camcorder at the time.
1
While using your camcorder,
touch
(OPTION) on the screen.
• Some items appear without a tab.
• The
(OPTION) MENU cannot be used
during Easy Handycam operation.
(OPTION)
Tab
2
Touch the desired item.
If you cannot find the desired item,
touch another tab to change the page.
If you cannot find the item anywhere,
the function does not work under the
current situation.
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Recording items on the OPTION
MENU
Viewing items on the OPTION
MENU
Items
*
Page
Items
tab
*
Page
tab
–
84
84
84
85
85
85
86
87
87
a
a
a
FOCUS
DELETE
–
SPOT FOCUS
TELE MACRO
EXPOSURE
DELETE by date
DELETE ALL
–
–
–
SPOT METER
AE SHIFT
tab
DIVIDE
a
–
a
a
a
SCENE SELECTION
WHITE BAL.
ERASE ALL
MOVE
–
a
–
WB SHIFT
COLOR SLOW SHTR
SUPER NIGHTSHOT
-- (The tab depends on the situation/No
tab)
–
a
a
a
a
a
–
39
39
60
60
60
ADD**
ADD**
tab
ADD by date**
ADD by date**
–
–
–
87
88
88
FADER
D.EFFECT
PICT.EFFECT
PRINT
SLIDE SHOW
VOLUME
DATA CODE
SLIDE SHOW SET
ADD
a
a
–
tab
a
–
88
88
88
33
33
REC MODE
BLT-IN ZOOM MIC
MICREF LEVEL
IMAGE SIZE
SELF-TIMER
FLASH MODE
TIMING
a
a
a
a
–
–
ADD
a
–
ADD by date
ADD by date
COPIES
a
–
–
DATE/TIME
SIZE
–
RECORD SOUND
–
* Items that are included also in the HOME
a
ERASE
MENU.
* Items that are included also in the HOME
MENU.
** Items that are included also in the HOME
MENU, but the item names are different.
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Functions set in the
OPTION MENU
• You can also adjust the focus manually using
Items you can set only on the
(OPTION)
MENU will be described below.
The default settings are marked with B.
SPOT FOCUS
FOCUS
You can select and adjust the focal point to
aim it at a subject not located at the center
of the screen.
You can adjust the focus manually. You can
select this function also when you want to
focus on a certain subject intentionally.
1 Touch [MANUAL].
9 appears.
2 Touch
1 Touch the subject on the screen.
9 appears.
2 Touch [END].
(focusing on close subjects)/
(focusing on distant subjects) to
sharpen the focus.
appears when the
focus cannot be adjusted any closer, and
appears when the focus cannot be adjusted
farther away.
To adjust the focus automatically, touch
[AUTO] t [END] in step 1.
b Notes
• If you set [SPOT FOCUS], [FOCUS] is
automatically set to [MANUAL].
3 Touch
.
To adjust the focus automatically, touch
[AUTO] t
in step 1.
TELE MACRO
b Notes
• 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 2 5/8 feet) for
telephoto.
This is useful to shoot small subjects, such
as flowers or insects. You can blur out
backgrounds and the subject stands out
clearer.
When you set [TELE MACRO] to [ON]
z Tips
(
the T (telephoto) side automatically and
allows recording subjects at a close distance
down to about 47 cm (18 5/8 in.).
• It is easier to focus on the subject by moving the
power zoom lever towards T (telephoto) to
adjust the focus, then towards W (wide angle) to
adjust the zoom for recording. When you want
to record a subject at close range, move the
power zoom lever to W (wide angle), then
adjust the focus.
• The focal distance information (distance at
which the subject is focused on, if it is dark and
focus adjustment is difficult) appears for a few
seconds in the following cases (This
To cancel, touch [OFF], or zoom to wide-
angle (W side).
information will not display correctly if an
optional conversion lens is being used).
b Notes
• When recording a distant subject, focusing may
be difficult and can take some time.
– When the focus mode is switched from
automatic to manual
when it is hard to focus automatically.
– When you set focus manually
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b Notes
EXPOSURE
• If you set [SPOT METER], [EXPOSURE] is
automatically set to [MANUAL].
You can fix the brightness of a picture
manually. Adjust the brightness when the
subject is too bright or too dark.
SCENE SELECTION
You can record images effectively in
various situations.
BAUTO
Select to automatically record images
effectively without the [SCENE
SELECTION] function.
1 Touch [MANUAL].
appears.
TWILIGHT* (
)
2 Adjust the exposure by touching
/
Select to maintain the darkening
atmosphere of the distant surroundings in
twilight scenes.
.
3 Touch
.
To return the setting to automatic exposure,
touch [AUTO] t
in step 1.
z Tips
TWILIGHT PORT. (
Select to take a subject in the foreground
against a night view.
)
• You can also adjust the setting manually using
SPOT METER (Flexible
spot meter)
You can adjust and fix the exposure to the
subject, so that it is recorded in suitable
brightness even when there is strong
contrast between the subject and the
background, such as subjects in the
spotlight on stage.
CANDLE ( )
Select to maintain the dim atmosphere of a
candlelit scene.
SUNRISE&SUNSET* (
)
Select to reproduce the atmosphere of
scenes such as sunsets or sunrises.
1 Touch the point where you want to fix and
adjust the exposure on the screen.
appears.
2 Touch [END].
FIREWORKS* (
Select to take spectacular shots of
fireworks.
)
To return the setting to automatic exposure,
touch [AUTO] t [END] in step 1.
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• Even if you set [TWILIGHT PORT.] while the
(Still) lamp is lit, the setting changes to
LANDSCAPE*(
)
Select to shoot distant subjects clearly.
This setting also prevents your camcorder
from focusing on glass or metal mesh in
windows between the camcorder and the
subject.
[AUTO] once the
(Movie) lamp lights up.
WHITE BAL. (White
balance)
You can adjust the color balance to the
brightness of the recording environment.
BAUTO
PORTRAIT (Soft portrait) (
)
The white balance is adjusted
automatically.
Select to bring out the subject such as
people or flowers while creating a soft
background.
OUTDOOR (
)
The white balance is appropriately
adjusted for the following recording
conditions:
– Outdoors
SPOTLIGHT**(
)
– Night views, neon signs and fireworks
– Sunrise or sunset
– Under daylight fluorescent lamps
Select to prevent people’s faces from
appearing excessively white when subjects
are lit by strong light.
INDOOR (n)
The white balance is appropriately
adjusted for the following recording
conditions:
BEACH** (
Select to take the vivid blue of the ocean or
a lake.
)
– Indoors
– At party scenes or studios where the lighting
conditions change quickly
– Under video lamps in a studio, or under
sodium lamps or incandescent-like color
lamps
ONE PUSH (
)
SNOW** (
)
The white balance will be adjusted
according to the ambient light.
Select to take bright pictures of a white
landscape.
1 Touch [ONE PUSH].
2 Frame a white object such as a piece of
paper, to fill the screen under the same
lighting conditions as you will shoot
the subject.
* Adjusted to focus on subjects farther away
only.
3 Touch [
].
** Adjusted not to focus on subjects a short
distance away.
flashes quickly. When the white
balance has been adjusted and stored in
the memory, the indicator stops
flashing.
b Notes
• If you set [SCENE SELECTION], [WHITE
BAL.] setting is canceled.
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b Notes
ON.
• Set [WHITE BAL.] to [AUTO] or adjust the
color in [ONE PUSH] under white or cool white
fluorescent lamps.
appears on the screen.
To cancel, touch [OFF].
• When you select [ONE PUSH], keep framing
white objects while
flashes slowly if [ONE PUSH] could not
be set.
• When [ONE PUSH] was selected, if
flashing after touching
to [AUTO].
is flashing quickly.
b Notes
•
• Do not use [SUPER NIGHTSHOT] in bright
places. This may cause a malfunction.
• Do not cover the infrared port with your fingers
• Remove any conversion lens (optional).
• Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 84)
when it is hard to focus automatically.
keeps
, set [WHITE BAL.]
• If you set [WHITE BAL.], [SCENE
SELECTION] is set to [AUTO].
• The shutter speed of your camcorder changes
depending on the brightness, which may result
in a slowdown of the motion of the image.
z Tips
• If you have changed the battery pack while
[AUTO] was selected, or taken your camcorder
outdoors after inside use (or vice versa), select
[AUTO] and aim your camcorder at a nearby
white object for about 10 seconds for better
color balance adjustment.
• When the white balance has been set with [ONE
PUSH], if you change the [SCENE
SELECTION] settings, or bring your camcorder
outdoors from inside the house, or vice versa,
you need to redo the [ONE PUSH] procedure to
readjust the white balance.
FADER
You can record a transition with the
following effects adding to the interval
between scenes.
1 Select the desired effect in [STBY] (to
fading in) or [REC] (to fading out) mode,
then touch
.
2 Press START/STOP.
COLOR SLOW SHTR
(Color Slow Shutter)
The fader indicator stops flashing and
disappears when the fade is complete.
To cancel the fader before starting the
operation, touch [OFF] in step 1.
If you press START/STOP, the setting is
canceled.
When you set [COLOR SLOW SHTR] to
[ON],
appears, and you can record an
image brighter in color even in dark places.
To cancel, touch [OFF].
STBY
REC
b Notes
Fading out
Fading in
• Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 84)
when it is hard to focus automatically.
WHITE FADER
BLACK FADER
• The shutter speed of your camcorder changes
depending on the brightness, which may result
in a slowdown of the motion of the image.
SUPER NIGHTSHOT
The image will be recorded at a maximum
of 16 times the sensitivity of NightShot
recording if you set [SUPER
NIGHTSHOT] to [ON] while the
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BNORMAL
Records various surround sounds,
D.EFFECT (Digital effect)
converting them into the appropriate level.
When you select [OLD MOVIE],
appears and you can add an old movie
effect to images.
LOW (
)
Records surround sound faithfully. This
setting is not suitable for recording
conversations.
To cancel [D.EFFECT], touch [OFF].
PICT.EFFECT (Picture
effect)
SELF-TIMER
appears when [SELF-TIMER] is set to
[ON].
Press PHOTO to start the count down. A
still image is recorded after about 10
seconds.
You can add special effects to an image
during recording.
appears.
BOFF
Does not use [PICT.EFFECT] setting.
SEPIA
Images appear in sepia.
To cancel the recording, touch [RESET].
To cancel the self-timer, select [OFF].
B&W (Black and white)
Images appear in black and white.
z Tips
• You can also operate by pressing PHOTO on
PASTEL
Images appear as a pale pastel drawing.
BLT-IN ZOOM MIC (Built-
in zoom microphone)
When you set [BLT-IN ZOOM MIC] to
[ON] ( ), you can record a movie with
directional sound as you move the power
zoom lever or press the zoom buttons on the
LCD frame (The default setting is [OFF]).
MICREF LEVEL
(Microphone reference
level)
You can select the microphone level for
recording sound.
Select [LOW] when you want to record an
exciting and powerful sound in a concert
hall, etc.
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
If you run into any problems using your
camcorder, use the following table to
troubleshoot the problem. If the problem
persists, disconnect the power source and
contact your Sony dealer.
Overall operations/Easy
Handycam operation/Remote
Commander
The power does not turn on.
• Overall operations/Easy Handycam
• Attach a charged battery pack to the
• The plug of the AC Adaptor has been
disconnected from the wall outlet (wall
socket). Connect it to the wall outlet (wall
• “Memory Stick PRO Duo”....................91
• Recording ..............................................92
• Set the camcorder onto the Handycam
• Playing back images stored on a “Memory
• Viewing on the TV................................95
The camcorder does not operate
even when the power is set to on.
• Dubbing/Connecting to other
• Functions that cannot be used
• It takes a few seconds for your camcorder
to be ready to shoot after the power is
turned on. This is not a malfunction.
• Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall
outlet (wall socket) or remove the battery
pack, then reconnect it after about 1 minute.
If the functions still do not work, press the
object (If you press the RESET button, all
settings, including the clock setting, are
reset).
• The temperature of your camcorder is
extremely high. Turn off your camcorder
and leave it for a while in a cool place.
• The temperature of your camcorder is
extremely low. Leave your camcorder with
the power of your camcorder on. Turn off
your camcorder and take it to a warm place.
Leave the camcorder there for a while, then
turn on your camcorder.
Notes before sending your camcorder
for repair
• Your camcorder may be required to
initialize or change the current hard disk
of the camcorder, depending on the
problem. In the event of this, the data
stored on the hard disk will be deleted. Be
sure to save the data on the internal hard
before sending your camcorder for repair.
We will not compensate you for any loss
of hard disk data.
• During repair, we may check a minimum
amount of data stored on the hard disk in
order to investigate the problem.
However, your Sony dealer will neither
copy nor retain your data.
Buttons do not work.
• During Easy Handycam operation, the
following buttons/functions are not
available.
– CAM CTRL dial (p. 34)
– To turn on and off the LCD backlight
(Pressing and holding the DISP/BATT
INFO button for a few seconds) (p. 21)
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– [
IMAGE SIZE]
The
displayed.
(OPTION) button is not
– [FILE NO.]
– [
DISPLAY]
– [VOLUME]
– [BEEP]
• The OPTION MENU cannot be used
during Easy Handycam operation.
– [TV TYPE]
– [COMPONENT]
– [CLOCK SET]
– [AREA SET]
– [SUMMERTIME]
The menu settings have changed
automatically.
• During Easy Handycam operation, nearly
all the menu items will be automatically set
to the default settings.
• During Easy Handycam operation, some
menu items are fixed as follows.
– [
LANGUAGE SET]
– [DEMO MODE]
– [CTRL FOR HDMI]
– [REC MODE]: [HD SP] or [SD SP]
– [DATA CODE]: [DATE/TIME]
• The following menu items return to the
default settings when you set the POWER
switch to OFF (CHG) for more than 12
hours.
Your camcorder gets warm.
• This is because the power has been turned
on for a long time. This is not a
malfunction.
– [FLASH MODE]
– [FOCUS]
– [SPOT FOCUS]
– [EXPOSURE]
– [SPOT METER]
– [SCENE SELECTION]
– [WHITE BAL.]
– [COLOR SLOW SHTR]
– [SUPER NIGHTSHOT]
– [BLT-IN ZOOM MIC]
– [MICREF LEVEL]
The supplied Remote Commander
does not function.
• Insert a battery into the battery holder with
the +/– polarities correctly matching the +/–
• Remove any obstructions between the
Remote Commander and the remote sensor.
• Point the remote sensor away from strong
light sources such as direct sunlight or
overhead lighting. Otherwise, the Remote
Commander may not function properly.
– [DROP SENSOR]
Even if you press EASY, menu
settings do not switch to their
defaults automatically.
Another DVD device malfunctions
when you use the supplied Remote
Commander.
• During Easy Handycam operation, settings
for the following menu items are
maintained the ones before Easy Handycam
operation.
• Select a commander mode other than DVD
2 for your DVD device, or cover the sensor
of your DVD device with black paper.
– [MOVIE MEDIA SET]
– [PHOTO MEDIA SET]
– [AUDIO MODE]
Batteries/Power sources
– [WIDE SELECT]
– [X.V.COLOR]
– [SUB-T DATE]
The power abruptly turns off.
• Use the AC Adaptor.
– [FLASH MODE]
– [DIAL SETTING]
• In the default setting, when approximately
5 minutes have elapsed while you do not
operate your camcorder, the camcorder is
automatically turned off (A.SHUT OFF).
– [
INDEX SET]
– [CONVERSION LENS]
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Change the setting of [A.SHUT OFF]
• When the time selected in [QUICK ON
STBY] has elapsed during sleep mode, the
camcorder is automatically turned off
(p. 80). Turn on the power again.
• The battery pack has not been charged
enough. Fully charge the battery again. If
the problem persists, replace the battery
Viewfinder/LCD screen
Menu items are grayed out.
• You cannot select grayed items in the
current recording/playback situation.
• There are some functions you cannot
The /CHG (charge) lamp does not
light while the battery pack is being
charged.
• Turn the POWER switch to OFF (CHG)
(p. 16).
• Attach the battery pack to the camcorder
The buttons do not appear on the
touch panel.
• Connect the power cord (mains lead) to the
wall outlet (wall socket) properly.
• Set the camcorder onto the Handycam
• Touch the LCD screen lightly.
• Press DISP/BATT INFO on your
camcorder (or DISPLAY on the Remote
The buttons on the touch panel do
not work correctly or do not work at
all.
The /CHG (charge) lamp flashes
while the battery pack is being
charged.
• Adjust the touch panel ([CALIBRATION])
(p. 109).
• Attach the battery pack to the camcorder
disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall
outlet (wall socket) and contact your Sony
dealer. The battery pack may be damaged.
The image in the viewfinder is not
clear
• Move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever
The remaining battery time indicator
does not indicate the correct time.
The image in the viewfinder has
disappeared.
• The temperature of the environment is too
high or too low. This is not a malfunction.
• The battery pack has not been charged
enough. Fully charge the battery again. If
the problem persists, replace the battery
• Close the LCD panel. No image is
displayed in the viewfinder when the LCD
• The indicated time may not be correct
depending on the environment of use.
“Memory Stick PRO Duo”
You cannot operate functions using
the “Memory Stick PRO Duo.”
The battery pack is quickly
discharged.
• If you use a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
formatted on a computer, format it again on
• The temperature of the environment is too
high or low. This is not a malfunction.
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• The temperature of your camcorder is
extremely low. Turn off your camcorder
and take it to a warm place. Leave the
camcorder there for a while, then turn on
the camcorder.
You cannot delete images stored on
or format the “Memory Stick PRO
Duo.”
• The maximum number of still images that
you can delete on the index screen at one
time is 100.
• You cannot delete the still images protected
on another device.
You cannot record a still image.
• You cannot record a still image together
with:
– [SMTH SLW REC]
– [FADER]
– [D.EFFECT]
The data file name is not indicated
correctly or flashes.
– [PICT.EFFECT]
• The file is damaged.
• The file format is not supported by your
The ACCESS lamp remains lit or
flashing even when you stop
recording.
Recording
• Your camcorder is recording the scene you
have just shot on the media.
Refer also to “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
(p. 91).
The recording angle looks different.
Pressing START/STOP or PHOTO
does not record images.
• The recording angle may look different
depending on the condition of your
camcorder. This is not a malfunction.
• The playback screen is displayed. Set the
POWER switch to
• You cannot record images in sleep mode.
Press QUICK ON (p. 32).
• Your camcorder is recording the image you
have just shot on the media. You cannot
make new recording during this period.
• The media is full. Delete unnecessary
• Total number of movie scenes or still
images exceeds the recordable capacity of
• While [DROP SENSOR] is activated
images.
(Movie) or
The flash does not work.
• You cannot record with the flash while:
– Capturing still images while shooting a
movie
– If a conversion lens (optional) is attached
• Even if auto flash or
(Auto redeye
reduction) is selected, you cannot use the
internal flash with:
– NightShot
– [SUPER NIGHTSHOT]
– [TWILIGHT], [CANDLE],
[SUNRISE&SUNSET], [FIREWORKS],
[LANDSCAPE], [SPOTLIGHT],
[BEACH] or [SNOW] in [SCENE
SELECTION]
• The temperature of your camcorder is
extremely high. Turn off your camcorder
and leave it for a while in a cool place.
– [MANUAL] in [EXPOSURE]
– [SPOT METER]
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The actual recording time for movies
is less than the expected
approximate recording time of the
media.
[STEADYSHOT] does not function.
• [STEADYSHOT] may not be able to
compensate for excessive vibrations.
• Depending on the recording conditions, the
time available for recording may be shorter,
for example when recording a fast moving
The subjects passing by the screen
very fast appear crooked.
• This is called the focal plane phenomenon.
This is not a malfunction. Because of the
way the image device (CMOS sensor) reads
out image signals, the subjects passing by
the lens rapidly might appear crooked
depending on the recording conditions.
The recording stops.
• The temperature of your camcorder is
extremely high. Turn off your camcorder
and leave it for a while in a cool place.
• The temperature of your camcorder is
extremely low. Turn off your camcorder
and take it to a warm place. Leave the
camcorder there for a while, then turn on
the camcorder.
Tiny spots in white, red, blue, or
green appear on the screen.
• The spots appear when you are recording
with [SUPER NIGHTSHOT] or [COLOR
SLOW SHTR]. This is not a malfunction.
• If you keep applying vibration on the
camcorder, recording may stop.
The color of the image is not
correctly displayed.
There is a time difference between
the point where you press START/
STOP and the point that the
• Set the NIGHTSHOT switch to OFF
recorded movie starts/stops.
• On your camcorder, there may be a slight
time difference between the point where
you press START/STOP and the actual
point that recording movie starts/stops.
This is not a malfunction.
The screen image is bright, and the
subject does not appear on the
screen.
• Set the NIGHTSHOT switch to OFF
The horizontal to vertical ratio of the
movie (16:9 (wide)/4:3) cannot be
changed.
The screen image is dark, and the
subject does not appear on the
screen.
• The horizontal to vertical ratio of the movie
recorded with HD (high definition) image
quality is 16:9 (wide).
• Press and hold DISP/BATT INFO for a few
The auto focus does not function.
Horizontal stripes appear on the
images.
• Set [FOCUS] to [AUTO] (p. 84).
• The recording conditions are not suitable
for auto focus. Adjust the focus manually
(p. 84).
• This occurs when recording images under a
fluorescent lamp, sodium lamp, or mercury
lamp. This is not a malfunction.
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[SUPER NIGHTSHOT] cannot be
operated.
“
” is indicated on an image in the
VISUAL INDEX screen.
• Set the NIGHTSHOT switch to ON.
• This may appear on still images recorded
on other devices, edited on a computer, etc.
• You removed the AC Adaptor or the
battery pack before the ACCESS lamp is
turned off after recording. This may
[COLOR SLOW SHTR] does not
operate correctly.
• [COLOR SLOW SHTR] may not operate
correctly in total darkness. Use NightShot
or [SUPER NIGHTSHOT].
damage your image data and
displayed.
is
“
” is indicated on an image in the
You cannot adjust [LCD BL LEVEL].
VISUAL INDEX screen.
• You cannot adjust [LCD BL LEVEL]
when:
– The LCD panel is closed on your
camcorder with the LCD screen facing
out.
still appears, delete the image with
(p. 49).
No sound or only a quiet sound is
heard during playback.
– The power is supplied from the AC
Adaptor.
• Sound is not output when the LCD screen is
closed. Open the LCD screen.
Playing back images
Images cannot be played back.
• When you record sound with [MICREF
sound may be difficult to hear.
• Select the media and the image quality of a
movie you want to play back by touching
• Sounds cannot be recorded while shooting
a 3-second movie (approx.) using [SMTH
SLW REC].
(HOME) t
(MANAGE
MEDIA) t [MOVIE MEDIA SET]/
[PHOTO MEDIA SET] (p. 22).
Left and right sound will be heard
unbalanced when playing back on
computers or other devices.
Still images cannot be played back.
• Still images cannot be played back if you
have modified files or folders, or have
edited the data on a computer. (The file
name flashes in that case.) This is not a
• Still images recorded on other devices may
not be played back. This is not a
• This happens when sound recorded in 5.1ch
surround is converted to 2ch (normal stereo
sound) by a computer or other device
• Change the sound conversion type
(downmix type) when playing back on 2ch
stereo devices. Refer to the instruction
manual supplied with your playback device
for details.
• Change the sound to 2ch when creating a
disc using the supplied software “Picture
Motion Browser.”
• Record sound with [AUDIO MODE] set to
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Playing back images stored on a
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” on
other devices
Viewing on the TV
You cannot view the image or hear
the sound on the TV.
• When you are using the component A/V
cable, set [COMPONENT] according to the
requirements of the connected device
• When you are using the component video
plug, make sure the red and white plugs of
the A/V connecting cable are connected
• Images are not output from the HDMI OUT
jack, if copyright protection signals are
recorded in the images.
• When you are using the S VIDEO plug,
make sure the red and white plugs of the A/
Images cannot be played back or the
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” is not
recognized.
• You cannot play back a movie recorded
with HD (high definition) image quality on
a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” on a device
that is not compatible with AVCHD
format.
Editing images on your
camcorder
Unable to edit.
• Unable to edit because of the condition of
the image.
The top, bottom, right, and left edges
of images may be trimmed slightly
when you play back on a connected
TV.
Images cannot be added in the
Playlist.
• The LCD screen of your camcorder can
display recording images across the entire
screen (full pixel display). However, this
may cause slight trimming of the top,
bottom, right, and left edges of images
when played back on a TV which is not
compatible with full pixel display.
• It is recommended you record images using
the outer frame of [GUIDEFRAME] (p. 70)
as a guide.
• There is no free space in the media.
• You can add no more than 999 movies with
HD (high definition) image quality, or 99
movies with SD (standard definition) image
quality, to a Playlist. Erase unnecessary
• You cannot add still images in the Playlist.
A movie cannot be divided.
• A movie that is too short cannot be divided.
• A movie protected on another device
cannot be divided.
The image appears distorted on the
4:3 TV.
• This happens when viewing an image
recorded in the 16:9 (wide) mode on a 4:3
play back the image.
A still image cannot be captured
from a movie.
• The media where you want to save still
images is full.
Black bands appear at the top and
bottom of the screen of the 4:3 TV.
• This happens when viewing an image
recorded in the 16:9 (wide) mode on a 4:3
TV. This is not a malfunction.
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Because of following
settings
Dubbing/Connecting to other
devices
Cannot use
[FADER]
[COLOR SLOW
SHTR], [SUPER
NIGHTSHOT],
[D.EFFECT],
[CANDLE],
[FIREWORKS]
You cannot dub correctly.
• You cannot dub images using the HDMI
cable.
• The A/V connecting cable is not connected
properly. Make sure to connect to the input
[D.EFFECT]
[COLOR SLOW
SHTR], [SUPER
NIGHTSHOT],
[FADER], [SCENE
SELECTION],
Functions that cannot be used
simultaneously
[PICT.EFFECT]
The following list shows examples of
unworkable combinations of functions and
menu items.
[OLD MOVIE]
[SCENESELECTION],
[PICT.EFFECT]
[PICT.EFFECT] [OLD MOVIE]
Because of following
Cannot use
settings
[TELE MACRO] [SCENE SELECTION]
[AUTO SLW
SHUTTR]
[SMTH SLW REC],
[SCENESELECTION],
[COLOR SLOW
Backlight
[SPOT METER],
[FIREWORKS],
[MANUAL] in
[EXPOSURE]
SHTR], [SUPER
NIGHTSHOT],
[FADER], [D.EFFECT]
[SCENE
SELECTION]
NightShot, [COLOR
SLOW SHTR],
[SUPER
NIGHTSHOT],
[FADER], [OLD
MOVIE], [TELE
MACRO]
[AE SHIFT]
[FIREWORKS],
[MANUAL] in
[EXPOSURE]
[WIDE SELECT] [OLD MOVIE]
[SPOT METER] NightShot, [SUPER
NIGHTSHOT]
[EXPOSURE]
NightShot, [SUPER
NIGHTSHOT]
[WHITE BAL.]
NightShot, [SUPER
NIGHTSHOT]
[ONE PUSH] in
[WHITE BAL.]
[SMTH SLW REC]
[SPOT FOCUS]
[SCENE SELECTION]
[FADER], [D.EFFECT]
[SUPER
NIGHTSHOT]
[COLOR SLOW [FADER],
SHTR] [D.EFFECT], [SCENE
SELECTION]
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Because of following
settings
Cannot use
[FACE
DETECTION]
NightShot, [SMTH
SLW REC], [DIGITAL
ZOOM], [FOCUS],
[SPOT FOCUS],
[EXPOSURE], [SPOT
METER],
[TWILIGHT],
[TWILIGHT PORT.],
[CANDLE],
[SUNRISE&SUNSET],
[FIREWORKS],
[LANDSCAPE],
[SPOTLIGHT],
[BEACH], [SNOW],
[WHITE BAL.],
[COLOR SLOW
SHTR], [SUPER
NIGHTSHOT],
[D.EFFECT],
[PICT.EFFECT]
[DISP OUTPUT] [CTRL FOR HDMI]
[MICREF
LEVEL]
[BLT-IN ZOOM MIC]
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Troubleshooting
Self-diagnosis display/Warning
indicators
(Warning on the hard disk of the
camcorder)*
Fast flashing
• An error may have occurred with the
hard disk drive in your camcorder.
If indicators appear in the viewfinder or on
the LCD screen, check the following.
If the problem persists even after you have
tried to fix a couple of times, contact your
Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service
facility.
(Warning on the hard disk of the
camcorder)*
Fast flashing
• The hard disk of the camcorder is full.
C:04:00
• An error may have occurred with the
hard disk drive in your camcorder.
E (Battery level warning)
Slow flashing
• The battery pack is nearly used up.
• Depending on the operating
environment or battery conditions, E
may flash, even if there are
approximately 20 minutes remaining.
C:(or E:) ss:ss (Self-diagnosis
display)
C:04:ss
• The battery pack is not an
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (H
series). Use an “InfoLITHIUM” battery
(High temperature warning)
Slow flashing
• The temperature of your camcorder is
getting higher. Turn off your camcorder
and leave it for a while in a cool place.
• Connect the DC plug of the AC
Adaptor to the DC IN jack of the
Handycam Station or your camcorder
C:13:ss / C:32:ss
• Remove the power source. Reconnect it
and operate your camcorder again.
Fast flashing*
• The temperature of your camcorder is
extremely high. Turn off your
camcorder and leave it for a while in a
cool place.
E:20:ss / E:31:ss / E:61:ss /
E:62:ss / E:91:ss / E:94:ss
• A malfunction that you cannot service
has occurred. Contact your Sony dealer
or local authorized Sony service
facility. Inform them of the 5-digit
code, which starts from “E”.
(Low temperature warning)*
Fast flashing
• The temperature of your camcorder is
extremely low. Make the camcorder
warm.
101-0001 (Warning indicator
pertaining to files)
Slow flashing
• The file is damaged.
• The file is unreadable.
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(Warning indicator pertaining to
“Memory Stick PRO Duo”)
(Warning indicator pertaining to
camera-shake warning)
• The amount of lights is not sufficient,
so camera-shake easily occurs. Use the
flash.
• The camcorder is unsteady, so camera-
shake easily occurs. Hold the
Slow flashing
• Free space for recording images are
running out. For the type of “Memory
Stick” you can use with your
camcorder steady with both hands and
record the image. However, note that
the camera-shake warning indicator
does not disappear.
• No “Memory Stick PRO Duo” is
Fast flashing
• There are not enough free space for
recording images. Delete unnecessary
images, or format the “Memory Stick
PRO Duo” after storing the images on
(Warning indicator pertaining to
drop sensor)
activated, and has detected that the
camcorder has been dropped.
Therefore, the camcorder is taking
steps to protect the hard disk.
Recording/playback may be disabled as
a result.
• The drop sensor function does not
guarantee the protection of the hard
disk under all possible situations. Use
the camcorder under stable conditions.
• The Image Database File is damaged
(Warning indicators pertaining to
“Memory Stick PRO Duo”
formatting)*
• The “Memory Stick PRO Duo” is
damaged.
• The “Memory Stick PRO Duo” is not
(Warning indicator pertaining to
still image recording)
(Warning indicator pertaining to
incompatible “Memory Stick Duo”)*
• The media is full.
• Still images cannot be recorded during
processing. Wait for a while, then
record.
• An incompatible “Memory Stick Duo”
- (Warning indicator pertaining
to the write-protect of the “Memory
Stick PRO Duo”)*
* You hear a melody when the warning indicators
• Access to the “Memory Stick PRO
Duo” was restricted on another device.
(Warning indicator pertaining to
the flash)
Fast flashing*
• There is something wrong with the
flash.
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Description of warning
messages
Inconsistencies found in Image
Database File. Do you want to repair
the Image Database File?
If messages appear on the screen, follow the
instructions.
The Image Database File is
damaged. Do you want to repair the
Image Database File?
x Media
Inconsistencies found in Image
Database File. Cannot record or play
HD movies. Do you want to repair the
Image Database File?
HDD format error.
• The hard disk of the camcorder is set
differently from the default format.
• The Image Database File is damaged,
and you cannot record movies or still
images. Touch [YES] to repair.
• You can record still images on a
“Memory Stick PRO Duo.”
Performing [
may enable you to use your camcorder.
This will delete all data in the hard disk.
Data error.
• An error occurred during reading or
writing the hard disk of the camcorder.
This may occur when you keep
Buffer overflow
• You cannot record because the drop
sensor senses a drop of the camcorder
repeatedly. If you are at risk of
dropping the camcorder constantly, set
[DROP SENSOR] to [OFF], and you
may be able to record the image again
applying shock on the camcorder.
The Image Database File is
damaged. Do you want to create a
new file?
HD movie management information
is damaged. Create new
information?
Recovering data
• Your camcorder tries to recover data
automatically if the data writing was
not performed properly.
• The image management file is
damaged. When you touch [YES], a
new image management file is created.
The old recorded images on the media
cannot be played back (Image files are
not damaged). If you execute [REPAIR
IMG.DB F.] after creating new
information, playing back the old
recorded images may become possible.
If it does not work, copy the image
using the supplied software.
Cannot recover data.
• Writing data onto the hard disk of the
camcorder has failed. Attempts were
made to recover the data, but they were
unsuccessful.
Reinsert the Memory Stick.
• Reinsert the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
a few times. If even then the indicator
flashes, the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
could be damaged. Try with another
“Memory Stick PRO Duo.”
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x PictBridge compliant printer
This Memory Stick is not
formatted correctly.
Not connected to PictBridge
compatible printer.
• Check the format, then format the
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” with your
• Turn off the printer and on again, then
remove the USB cable (supplied) and
reconnect it.
Memory Stick folders are full.
• You cannot create folders exceeding
999MSDCF. You cannot create or
delete created folders using your
camcorder.
• Format the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
computer.
Cannot print. Check the printer.
• Turn off the printer and on again, then
remove the USB cable (supplied) and
reconnect it.
x Other
Cannot save still picture.
No further selection is possible.
• When using the Dual Rec function, do
not remove the “Memory Stick PRO
Duo” from the camcorder until movie
recording is finished and the still
• You can select only 100 images at one
time for:
– Deleting images
– Dubbing movies
– Copying still images
– Editing the playlist of HD (high
definition) movies
This Memory Stick may not be able
to record or play movies.
– Printing still images
• Use a “Memory Stick” recommended
Data protected.
• You tried to delete data protected on
another device. Release the protection
of the data on the device used to protect
the data.
This Memory Stick may not be able
to record or play images correctly.
• The function of the “Memory Stick
PRO Duo” has some trouble. Reinsert
the “Memory Stick PRO Duo.”
Do not eject the Memory Stick during
writing.
• Reinsert the “Memory Stick PRO
Duo,” and follow the instructions on
the LCD screen.
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Additional Information
Using your camcorder abroad
Power supply
On TV color systems
You can use your camcorder in any
countries/regions using the AC Adaptor
supplied with your camcorder within the
AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz range.
Your camcorder is a PAL-system-based
camcorder. If you want to view the
playback image on a TV, it must be a PAL-
system-based TV with an AUDIO/VIDEO
input jack.
Viewing images recorded with HD
(high definition) image quality
System
Used in
Australia, Austria, Belgium,
China, Czech Republic,
In countries/regions where 1080/50i is
supported, you can view the images with
the same HD (high definition) image
quality as that of the recorded images. You
need a PAL-system-based and 1080/50i
compatible TV (or monitor) with
component and AUDIO/VIDEO input
jacks. A component A/V cable or an HDMI
cable (optional) must be connected.
Denmark, Finland, Germany,
Holland, Hong Kong, Hungary,
Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, New
Zealand, Norway, Poland,
Portugal, Singapore, Slovak
Republic, Spain, Sweden,
Switzerland, Thailand, United
Kingdom, etc.
PAL
Viewing images recorded with SD
(standard definition) image quality
PAL - M Brazil
PAL - N Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay.
To view images recorded with SD (standard
definition) image quality, you need a PAL-
system-based TV with AUDIO/VIDEO
input jacks. An A/V connecting cable must
be connected.
Bahama Islands, Bolivia,
Canada, Central America,
Chile, Colombia, Ecuador,
Guyana, Jamaica, Japan, Korea,
Mexico, Peru, Surinam,
NTSC
Taiwan, the Philippines, the
USA, Venezuela, etc.
Bulgaria, France, Guiana, Iran,
SECAM Iraq, Monaco, Russia, Ukraine,
etc.
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Setting to the local time
You can easily set the clock to the local time by setting a time difference when using your
camcorder abroad. Touch
(HOME) t
(SETTINGS) t [CLOCK/ LANG] t
World time difference
Time-zone
Area setting
differences
Time-zone
Area setting
differences
+11:00
+12:00
–12:00
–11:00
–10:00
–09:00
–08:00
–07:00
–06:00
–05:00
–04:00
–03:30
–03:00
–02:00
–01:00
Solomon Is
GMT
Lisbon, London
Berlin, Paris
Fiji, Wellington
Eniwetok, Kwajalein
Samoa
+01:00
+02:00
+03:00
+03:30
+04:00
+04:30
+05:00
+05:30
+06:00
+06:30
+07:00
+08:00
+09:00
+09:30
+10:00
Helsinki, Cairo, Istanbul
Moscow, Nairobi
Tehran
Hawaii
Alaska
Abu Dhabi, Baku
Kabul
LosAngeles, Tijuana
Denver, Arizona
Chicago, Mexico City
NewYork, Bogota
Santiago
Karachi, Islamabad
Calcutta, New Delhi
Almaty, Dhaka
Rangoon
St. John’s
Bangkok, Jakarta
HongKong, Singapore, Beijing
Seoul, Tokyo
Brasilia, Montevideo
Fernando de Noronha
Azores, Cape Verde Is.
Adelaide, Darwin
Melbourne, Sydney
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File/folder structure on the camcorder hard disk
and “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
The file/folder structure is shown below. You do not usually need to acknowledge the file/
folder structure, when recording/playing back images on the camcorder. To enjoy still images
or movies by connecting to a computer, see “PMB Guide,” then use the supplied application.
* Only for the internal hard disk
A Image management files
When you delete the files, you cannot
record/play back the images correctly.
The files are defaulted as hidden files
and not usually displayed.
D Still image files (JPEG files)
The extension of the files is “.JPG”. The
file numbers go up automatically. When
the capacity of a file number exceeds
9999, another folder is created to store
new image files.
B HD movie management
information folder
The folder name goes up: [101MSDCF]
t [102MSDCF]
This folder contains recording data of
movies with HD (high definition) image
quality. Do not try to open this folder or
access the contents of this folder from a
computer. Doing so might damage
image files, or prevent image files from
being played back.
• By setting
(HOME) t
(OTHERS) t
[USB CONNECT] t [
USB CONNECT]/
[
USB CONNECT], you can access the
media from the computer through USB
connection.
• Do not modify the files or folders on the
camcorder through the computer. The image
files may be destroyed or may not be played
back.
• Operation is not guaranteed, if you perform the
above operation.
• When you delete image files, follow the steps on
page 49. Do not delete the image files on the
camcorder directly from the computer.
C SD movie files (MPEG2 files)
The extension of the files is “.MPG”.
The maximum size is 2 GB. When the
capacity of a file exceeds 2 GB, the file
becomes divided.
The file numbers go up automatically.
When the capacity of a file number
exceeds 9999, another folder is created
to record new movie files.
• Do not format the media using the computer.
The camcorder may not operate correctly.
• Do not copy the files on the media from the
computer. Operation is not guaranteed.
The folder name goes up: [101PNV01]
t [102PNV01]
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Maintenance and precautions
*2: 720p specification
About the AVCHD format
What is the AVCHD format?
A high definition specification which utilizes 720
effective scanning lines and the progressive
system.
*3: Data recorded in AVCHD format other than
the above mentioned cannot be played on your
camcorder.
The AVCHD format is a high definition
digital video camera format used to record
an HD (high definition) signal of either the
1
1080i specification* or the 720p
2
specification* on internal hard disk drive,
About the “Memory Stick”
using efficient data compression coding
technology. The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
format is adopted to compress video data,
and the Dolby Digital or Linear PCM
system is used to compress audio data.
A “Memory Stick” is a compact, portable
IC recording medium with a large data
capacity.
You can use only a “Memory Stick Duo,”
which is about the half size of a standard
“Memory Stick,” with your camcorder.
However, we do not guarantee the
operation of all types of “Memory Stick
Duo” on your camcorder.
The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format is capable
of compressing images at higher efficiency
than that of the conventional image
compressing format. The MPEG-4 AVC/
H.264 format enables a high definition
video signal shot on a digital video camera
recorder to be recorded on 8 cm DVD discs,
internal hard disk drive, flash memory,
“Memory Stick PRO Duo,” etc.
Recording/
Types of “Memory Stick”
Playback
“Memory Stick Duo”
(with MagicGate)
–
“Memory Stick PRO Duo”
a
Recording and playback on your
camcorder
Based on the AVCHD format, your
camcorder records with the HD (high
definition) image quality mentioned below.
In addition to HD (high definition) image
quality, your camcorder is capable of
recording an SD (standard definition) signal
in the conventional MPEG2 format.
“Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo”
a*
* This product does not support 8-bit parallel data
transfer but it supports 4-bit parallel data
transfer the same as with “Memory Stick PRO
Duo.”
• This product cannot record or play data that uses
“MagicGate” technology. “MagicGate” is a
copyright protection technology that records and
transfers the contents in an encrypted format.
• A “Memory Stick PRO Duo” formatted by a
computer (Windows OS/Mac OS) does not have
guaranteed compatibility with your camcorder.
• Data read/write speed may vary depending on
the combination of the “Memory Stick PRO
Duo” and “Memory Stick PRO Duo” compliant
product you use.
3
Video signal* :
MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 1920 × 1080/50i,
1440 × 1080/50i
Audio signal:
Dolby Digital 5.1/2ch
• Damaged or lost data may occur in the
following cases (the data will not be
compensated for):
– If you eject the “Memory Stick PRO Duo,” or
turn off your camcorder while your camcorder
is reading or writing image files on the
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” (while the
ACCESS lamp is lit or flashing)
Recording media:
Internal hard disk drive, “Memory Stick
PRO Duo”
*1: 1080i specification
A high definition specification which utilizes
1,080 effective scanning lines and the interlace
system.
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– If you use the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” near
magnets or magnetic fields
• It is recommended you make a back-up of
important data on the hard disk of a computer.
x On a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
• The maximum memory capacity of a “Memory
Stick PRO Duo” that can be used with your
camcorder is 8 GB.
• Be careful not to apply excessive force when
writing on a memo area on a “Memory Stick
PRO Duo.”
• Do not attach a label or the like on a “Memory
Stick PRO Duo” or a Memory Stick Duo
adaptor.
On image data compatibility
• Image data files recorded on a “Memory Stick
PRO Duo” by your camcorder conform to the
“Design rule for Camera File system” universal
standard established by the JEITA (Japan
Electronics and Information Technology
Industries Association).
• When you carry or store a “Memory Stick PRO
Duo,” put it in its case.
• Do not touch, or allow metallic objects to come
into contact with the terminals.
• Do not bend, drop or apply strong force to the
“Memory Stick PRO Duo.”
• Do not disassemble or modify the “Memory
Stick PRO Duo.”
• Do not let the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” get
wet.
• Keep “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media out of
the reach of small children. There is danger that
a child might swallow it.
• Do not insert anything other than a “Memory
Stick PRO Duo” into the Memory Stick Duo
slot. Doing so may cause a malfunction.
• On your camcorder, you cannot play back still
images recorded on other devices (DCR-
TRV900E or DSC-D700/D770) that do not
conform to the universal standard. (These
models are not sold in some regions.)
• If you cannot use a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
that has been used with another device, format it
formatting erases all information on the
“Memory Stick PRO Duo.”
• You may not be able to play back images with
your camcorder:
– When playing back image data modified on
your computer
– When playing back image data recorded with
other devices
• Do not use or keep the “Memory Stick PRO
Duo” in the following locations:
– Places subject to extremely high temperature,
such as a car parked outside in the summer
– Places under direct sunlight
– Places with extremely high humidity or
subject to corrosive gases
About the “InfoLITHIUM”
battery pack
Your camcorder operates only with an
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (H series).
“InfoLITHIUM” H series battery packs
x On the Memory Stick Duo adaptor
• When using a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” with a
“Memory Stick” compliant device, be sure to
insert the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” into a
Memory Stick Duo adaptor.
• When inserting a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
into a Memory Stick Duo adaptor, make sure the
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” is inserted facing in
the correct direction, then insert it all the way in.
Note that improper use may cause a
malfunction. Also, if you force the “Memory
Stick PRO Duo” into the Memory Stick Duo
adaptor in the wrong direction, it may be
damaged.
• Do not insert a Memory Stick Duo adaptor
without a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” attached
into a “Memory Stick” compliant device. Doing
so may result in malfunctions of the unit.
have the
mark.
What is an “InfoLITHIUM” battery
pack?
An “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a
lithium-ion battery pack that has functions
for communicating information related to
operating conditions between your
camcorder and an optional AC Adaptor/
charger.
The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack
calculates the power consumption
according to the operating conditions of
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your camcorder, and displays the remaining
battery time in minutes.
About the remaining battery time
indicator
• When the power goes off even though the
remaining battery time indicator indicates that
the battery pack has enough power to operate,
charge the battery pack fully again. Remaining
battery time will be indicated correctly. Note,
however, that the battery indication will 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. Use
the remaining battery time indication as a rough
guide only.
To charge the battery pack
• Be sure to charge the battery pack before you
start using your camcorder.
• We recommend charging the battery pack in an
ambient temperature of between 10 °C to 30 °C
(50 °F to 86 °F) until the /CHG (charge) lamp
turns off. If you charge the battery pack outside
of this temperature range, you may not be able
to charge it efficiently.
• The E mark that indicates low battery flashes
even if there are still 20 minutes of battery time
remaining, depending on the operating
conditions or ambient temperature.
To use the battery pack effectively
• Battery pack performance decreases when the
surrounding temperature is 10 °C (50 °F) or
below, and the length of time you can use the
battery pack becomes shorter. 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 warm it up,
and insert it in your camcorder right before
you start taking shots.
About storage of the battery pack
• If the battery pack is not used for a long time,
fully charge the battery pack and use it up on
your camcorder once a year to maintain proper
function. To store the battery pack, remove it
from your camcorder and put it in a dry, cool
place.
– Use a large capacity battery pack: NP-FH70/
FH100 (optional).
• To discharge the battery pack on your
• Frequent use of the LCD screen or a frequent
playback, fast forward or rewind operation
wears out the battery pack faster.
We recommend using a large capacity battery
pack: NP-FH70/FH100 (optional).
• Be sure to set the POWER switch to OFF
(CHG) when not recording or playing back on
your camcorder. The battery pack is also
consumed when your camcorder is in recording
standby or playback pause.
• Have spare battery packs ready for two or three
times the expected recording time, and make
trial recordings before making the actual
recording.
camcorder completely, touch
(HOME) t
(SETTINGS) t [GENERAL SET] t
[A.SHUT OFF] t [NEVER] on the HOME
MENU and leave your camcorder in recording
About battery life
• Battery capacity decreases over time and
through repeated use. If decreased usage time
between charges becomes significant, it is
probably time to replace it with a new one.
• Each battery’s life is governed by storage,
operating and environmental conditions.
• Do not expose the battery pack to water. The
battery pack is not water resistant.
About x.v.Color
• x.v.Color is a more familiar term for the xvYCC
standard proposed by Sony, and is a trademark
of Sony.
• xvYCC is an international standard for color
space in video. This standard can express a
wider color range than the currently used
broadcast standard.
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• Do not damage the power cord (mains lead)
such as by placing anything heavy on it.
• Keep metal contacts clean.
• Keep the Remote Commander and button-type
battery out of children’s reach. If the battery is
accidentally swallowed, consult a doctor
immediately.
• If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked:
– Consult your local authorized Sony service
facility.
– Wash off any liquid that may have contacted
your skin.
– If any liquid gets in your eyes, wash with
plenty of water and consult a doctor.
About handling of your
camcorder
On use and care
• Do not use or store the camcorder and
accessories in the following locations:
– Anywhere extremely hot, cold or humid.
Never leave them exposed to temperatures
above 60 °C (140 °F), such as under direct
sunlight, near heaters or in a car parked in the
sun. They may malfunction or become
deformed.
– Near strong magnetic fields or mechanical
vibration. The camcorder may malfunction.
– Near strong radio waves or radiation. The
camcorder may not be able to record properly.
x When not using your camcorder for a
long time
• Periodically turn it on and let it run such as by
playing back or recording images for about 3
minutes.
• Use up the battery pack completely before
storing it.
– Near AM receivers and video equipment.
Noise may occur.
– On a sandy beach or anywhere dusty. If sand
or dust gets in your camcorder, it may
malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction
cannot be repaired.
Moisture condensation
– Near windows or outdoors, where the LCD
screen, the viewfinder, or the lens may be
exposed to direct sunlight. This damages the
inside of the viewfinder or the LCD screen.
• Operate your camcorder on DC 6.8 V/7.2 V
(battery pack) or DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor).
If your camcorder is brought directly from a
cold place to a warm place, moisture may
condense inside your camcorder. This may
cause a malfunction to your camcorder.
• For DC or AC operation, use the accessories
recommended in these operating instructions.
• Do not let your camcorder get wet, for example,
from rain or sea water. If your camcorder gets
wet, it may malfunction. Sometimes this
malfunction cannot be repaired.
• If any solid object or liquid gets inside the
casing, unplug your camcorder and have it
checked by a Sony dealer before operating it
any further.
• Avoid rough handling, disassembling,
modifying, physical shock, or impact such as
hammering, dropping or stepping on the
product. Be particularly careful of the lens.
x If moisture condensation has occurred
Leave your camcorder for about 1 hour
without turning it on.
x Note on moisture condensation
Moisture may condense when you bring
your camcorder from a cold place into a
warm place (or vice versa) or when you use
your camcorder in a humid place as
follows:
• You bring your camcorder from a ski slope into
a place warmed up by a heating device.
• You bring your camcorder from an air
conditioned car or room into a hot place outside.
• You use your camcorder after a squall or a
shower.
• You use your camcorder in a hot and humid
place.
• Keep the POWER switch setting to OFF (CHG)
when you are not using your camcorder.
• Do not wrap your camcorder with a towel, for
example, and operate it. Doing so might cause
heat to build up inside.
• When disconnecting the power cord (mains
lead), pull it by the plug and not the cord (lead).
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3 Touch “×” displayed on the screen with the
corner of the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” or
the like 3 times.
x How to prevent moisture condensation
When you bring your camcorder from a
cold place into a warm place, put your
camcorder in a plastic bag and seal it
tightly. Remove the bag when the air
temperature inside the plastic bag has
reached the surrounding temperature (after
about 1 hour).
Touch [CANCEL] to cancel.
If you did not press the right spot, try the
calibration again.
b Notes
• Do not use a sharp-pointed object for
calibration. Doing so may damage the LCD
screen.
• You cannot calibrate the LCD screen if it is
rotated, or closed with the screen facing out.
LCD screen
• Do not exert excessive pressure on the LCD
screen, as it may cause damage.
• If your camcorder is used in a cold place, a
residual image may appear on the LCD screen.
This is not a malfunction.
• While using your camcorder, the back of the
LCD screen may heat up. This is not a
malfunction.
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.
x To clean the LCD screen
• Avoid the following to avoid damage to the
finish:
– Using chemicals such as thinner, benzine,
alcohol, chemical cloths, repellent, insecticide
and sunscreen
– Handling the camcorder with above
substances on your hands
– Leaving the casing in contact with rubber or
vinyl objects for a long period of time
If fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen
dirty, it is recommended you use a soft
cloth to clean it. When you use the LCD
Cleaning Kit (optional), do not apply the
cleaning liquid directly to the LCD screen.
Use cleaning paper moistened with the
liquid.
x On adjustment of the touch panel
(CALIBRATION)
About care and storage of the lens
The buttons on the touch panel may not
work correctly. If this happens, follow the
procedure below. It is recommended that
you connect your camcorder to the wall
outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC
Adaptor during the operation.
• Wipe the surface of the lens clean with a soft
cloth in the following instances:
– When there are fingerprints on the lens
surface
– In hot or humid locations
– When the lens is exposed to salty air such as
at the seaside
• Store in a well-ventilated location subject to
little dirt or dust.
• To prevent mold, periodically clean the lens as
described above. It is recommended that you
operate your camcorder about once a month to
keep it in optimum state for a long time.
1 Turn on your camcorder.
2 Touch
t [GENERAL SET] t
[CALIBRATION].
(HOME) t
(SETTINGS)
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On charging the pre-installed
rechargeable battery
On trademarks
• “Handycam” and
are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.
• “AVCHD” and “AVCHD” logotype are
trademarks of Matsushita Electric Industrial
Co., Ltd. and Sony Corporation.
• “Memory Stick,” “
Duo,” “
PRO Duo,” “
“Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo,”
“
“
Stick” and “MagicGate Memory Stick Duo” are
trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony
Corporation.
• “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony
Corporation.
• “x.v.Colour” is a trademark of Sony
Corporation.
• “BIONZ” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
• “BRAVIA” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
Your camcorder has a pre-installed
rechargeable battery to retain the date, time,
and other settings even when the POWER
switch is set to OFF (CHG). The pre-
installed rechargeable battery is always
charged while your camcorder is connected
to the wall outlet (wall socket) via the AC
Adaptor or while the battery pack is
attached. The rechargeable battery will be
fully discharged in about 3 months if you
do not use your camcorder at all. Use your
camcorder after charging the pre-installed
rechargeable battery.
,” “Memory Stick
,” “Memory Stick
,”
,” “MagicGate,”
,” “MagicGate Memory
However, even if the pre-installed
rechargeable battery is not charged, the
camcorder operation will not be affected as
long as you are not recording the date.
• Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks
of Dolby Laboratories.
• HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition
Multimedia Interface are trademarks or
x Procedures
Connect your camcorder to a wall outlet
(wall socket) using the supplied AC
Adaptor, and leave it with the POWER
switch set to OFF (CHG) for more than 24
hours.
registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
• Microsoft, Windows, Windows Media,
Windows Vista, and DirectX are either
registered trademarks or trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/
or other countries.
• Macintosh and Mac OS are registered
trademarks of Apple Inc. in the U.S. and other
countries.
• Intel, Intel Core, and Pentium are trademarks or
registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its
subsidiaries in the United States and other
countries.
• Adobe, the Adobe logo, and Adobe Acrobat are
either registered trademarks or trademarks of
Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United
States and/or other countries.
All other product names mentioned herein may be
the trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective companies. Furthermore, ™ and “®”
are not mentioned in each case in this Handbook.
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Notes on the License
On GNU GPL/LGPL applied software
ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT OTHER THAN
CONSUMER PERSONAL USE IN ANY
MANNER THAT COMPLIES WITH THE
MPEG-2 STANDARD FOR ENCODING
VIDEO INFORMATION FOR PACKAGED
MEDIA IS EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED
WITHOUT A LICENSE UNDER APPLICABLE
PATENTS IN THE MPEG-2 PATENT
PORTFOLIO, WHICH LICENSE IS
The software that is eligible for the following
GNU General Public License (hereinafter referred
to as “GPL”) or GNU Lesser General Public
License (hereinafter referred to as “LGPL”) are
included in the camcorder.
This informs you that you have a right to have
access to, modify, and redistribute source code for
these software programs under the conditions of
the supplied GPL/LGPL.
AVAILABLE FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C., 250
STEELE STREET, SUITE 300, DENVER,
COLORADO 80206.
Source code is provided on the web. Use the
following URL to download it. When
downloading the source code, select
DCR-DVD810 as the model for your camcorder.
http://www.sony.net/Products/Linux/
We would prefer you do not contact us about the
contents of source code.
Read “license2.pdf” in the “License” folder on the
CD-ROM. You will find licenses (in English) of
“GPL,” and “LGPL” software.
THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE
AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR
THE PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL
USE OF A CONSUMER TO
(i) ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH
THE AVC STANDARD (“AVC VIDEO”) AND /
OR
(ii) DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS
ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN
A PERSONAL AND
NON-COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR
WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO
To view the PDF, Adobe Reader is needed. If it is
not installed on your computer, you can download
it from the Adobe Systems web page:
http://www.adobe.com/
PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC
VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR
SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE
OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C.
SEE <HTTP://MPEGLA.COM>
“C Library,” “Expat,” “zlib,” and “libjpeg”
software are provided in your camcorder. We
provide this software based on license agreements
with their owners of copyright. Based on requests
by the owners of copyright of these software
applications, we have an obligation to inform you
of the following. Please read the following
sections.
Read “license1.pdf” in the “License” folder on the
CD-ROM. You will find licenses (in English) of
“C Library,” “Expat,” “zlib,” and “libjpeg”
software.
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• When an external microphone (optional) is
connected, it takes precedence over the
A Active Interface Shoe
The Active Interface Shoe supplies
power to optional accessories such as a
video light, a flash, or a microphone.
The accessory can be turned on or off as
you operate the POWER switch on your
camcorder. Refer to the operating
instructions supplied with your
accessory for details.
B Remote sensor/Infrared port
Point the Remote Commander (p. 116)
towards the remote sensor to operate
your camcorder.
Lights up in red during recording.
Flashes when remaining hard disk space
or battery power is low.
The Active Interface Shoe has a safety
device for fixing the installed accessory
securely. To connect an accessory, press
down and push it to the end, and then
tighten the screw. To remove an
accessory, loosen the screw, and then
press down and pull out the accessory.
• When you open or close the shoe cover,
slide it as indicated by the arrow.
• When you are recording movies with an
external flash (optional) connected to the
accessory shoe, turn off the power of the
external flash to prevent charging noise
being recorded.
• You cannot use an external flash (optional)
and the built-in flash at the same time.
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A Speaker
Playback sounds come out from the
speaker. For how to adjust the volume,
C
(VIEW IMAGES) button (35)
E
H RESET button
Initializes all the settings, including the
setting of the date and time.
I ACCESS lamp (“Memory Stick PRO
K
(Movie)/
(Still) mode lamps
(20)
N
(DISC BURN) button (47)
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Handycam Station
A
An Active Interface Shoe compatible
microphone (optional) will take
precedence when connected.
B Interface connector
Connects your camcorder to the
Handycam Station.
C
F Tripod receptacle
Attach the tripod (optional) to the tripod
receptacle using a tripod screw
(optional: the length of the screw must
be less than 5.5 mm (7/32 in.)).
G Interface connector
Connects your camcorder to the
Handycam Station.
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Remote Commander
b Notes
• Remove the insulation sheet before using the
Remote Commander.
Insulation sheet
• PointtheRemoteCommandertowardstheremote
• When no commands have been sent from the
Remote Commander within a certain period, the
orange frame disappears. When you press any of
b/ B/ v/ V, or ENTER again, the frame appears
at the position where it was displayed last.
• You cannot select some buttons on the LCD
screen using b / B / v / V.
To change the battery of the Remote
Commander
1 While pressing on the tab, inset your
fingernail into the slit to pull out the battery
case.
Displays the date and time or camera setting
dataoftherecordedimageswhenyoupressthis
during playback.
The on-screen image when you press this
button will be recorded as a still image.
2 Place a new battery with the + side facing
up.
3 Insert the battery case back into the Remote
Commander until it clicks.
Tab
H Transmitter
WARNING
Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not
recharge, disassemble or dispose of in
fire.
Displays a VISUAL INDEX screen during
playback.
• When the lithium battery becomes weak, the
operating distance of the Remote Commander
may shorten, or the Remote Commander may
not function properly. In this case, replace the
battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery.
Use of another battery may present a risk of fire
or explosion.
M b / B / v / V / ENTER buttons
When you press any button on the [VISUAL
INDEX]/[Film Roll Index]/[Face Index]/
Playlistscreen, theorangeframeappearsonthe
LCD screen. Select a desired button or an item
with b / B / v / V, then press ENTER to enter.
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Indicators displayed during recording/playback
Recording movies
C Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or
[REC] (recording))
D Recording quality (HD/SD) and
recording mode (FH/HQ/SP/LP) (68)
E Recording/playback media
F Counter (hour/minute/second)
G Approximate recording time remaining
Recording still images
J VIEW IMAGES button
10.2M
N Approximate number of recordable still
images and media/During still image
recording
Viewing movies
O Return button
P Playback mode
Q Current playing movie number/Number
of total recorded movies
T Current playing still image number/
Number of total recorded still images
U Playback folder
Viewing still images
Displays only when the playback media of
still images is a “Memory Stick PRO Duo.”
W Data file name
10.2M
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Upper right
Indicators when you made
changes
Indicator
Meaning
Fader (87)
Following indicators appear during
recording/playback to indicate the settings
of your camcorder.
LCD backlight off (21)
Drop sensor off (81)
Upper left
Upper right
Drop sensor activated
(81)
Center
Media for still images
(23)
Bottom
Indicator
Meaning
Bottom
Face Index (72)
Digital effect (88)
Manual focus (84)
Upper left
Indicator
Meaning
AUDIO MODE (69)
9
SCENE SELECTION
(85)
REDEYE REDUC (72)
BLT-IN ZOOM MIC
(88)
Backlight (33)
.
n
SteadyShot off (70)
MICREF LEVEL low
(88)
WIDE SELECT (69)
SPOT METER (85)/
Center
Indicator
Meaning
IMAGE SIZE (73)
10.2M 7.6M
6.1M
X.V.COLOR (70)
Slide show set (39)
NightShot (32)
CONVERSION LENS
(73)
Super NightShot (87)
z Tips
• Indicators and their positions are approximate
and differ from what you actually see.
PictBridge connecting
(60)
E
Warning (98)
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Quick Reference
Glossary
x 5.1ch surround sound
x MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
A system that plays back sound on 6 speakers, 3 at
the front (left, right and center) and 2 at the rear
(right and left) with an additional low-pass
subwoofer counted as a 0.1 channel for
frequencies of 120 Hz or lower.
The latest image coding format standardized
jointly by two international standardization
organizations, the ISO-IEC and the ITU-T, in
2003. Compared with the conventional MPEG2
format, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 has more than twice
the efficiency. Your camcorder employs MPEG-4
AVC/H.264 to encode high definition movies.
x AVCHD format
A high definition digital video camera format
used to record an HD (high definition) signal
using the MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format.
x Thumbnail
Reduced-size images which enable you to view
many images at the same time. [VISUAL
INDEX]/[
thumbnail display system.
INDEX]/[
INDEX] are
x Dolby Digital
An audio encoding (compression) system
developed by Dolby Laboratories Inc.
x VBR
VBR stands for Variable Bit Rate, the recording
format for automatically controlling the bit rate
(the volume of recording data in a given time
segment) according to the scene being recorded.
For fast-moving video, a lot of media space is
used to produce a clear image, so the recording
time to the media shortens.
x Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator
Sound compression technology developed by
Dolby Laboratories Inc. which compresses audio
efficiently while preserving high sound quality.
Sounds are compressed effectively with high
quality sound, and it enables producing 5.1ch
surround sound.
x Fragmentation
The condition of a media in which files are
divided into pieces scattered around the media.
You may not save your images correctly. You can
solve the condition by performing [MEDIA
x JPEG
JPEG stands for Joint Photographic Experts
Group, a still image data compression (data
capacity reduction) standard. Your camcorder
records still images in JPEG format.
x MPEG
MPEG stands for Moving Picture Experts Group,
the group of standards for the coding (image
compression) of video (movie) and audio. There
are MPEG1 and MPEG2 formats. Your
camcorder records movies with SD (standard
definition) image quality in MPEG2 format.
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Quick Reference
Index
Numeric
C
Pre-installed rechargeable
A
E
Adjusting exposure for back
Connection
F
FORMAT
A.SHUT OFF (Auto shut off)
CTRL FOR HDMI
B
D
DELETE
BLT-IN ZOOM MIC (Built-in
“Memory Stick PRO Duo”
Button-type lithium battery
G
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L
Number of recordable pictures
H
LCD BL LEVEL
O
HD movie management file
Operation confirmation beep
HD (high definition) image
M
P
MANAGE MEDIA category
Memory Stick Duo adaptor
MICREF LEVEL (Microphone
reference level) .................... 88
I
Movie
Pre-installed rechargeable
battery.................................110
Index screen display button
Q
QUICK ON STBY
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack
R
REC LAMP (Recording lamp)
J
N
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Remaining
Still image
WB SHIFT
SUB-T DATE (Subtitle date)
“Memory Stick PRO Duo”
REMAINING SET (movie)
..............................................71
T
X
REMOTE CTRL
(Remote control)...................80
Z
S
SD (standard definition) image
U
V
VF B.LIGHT
W
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Additional information on this product and answers
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