Sony HDR TD30V User Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.  
DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE  
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,  
CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE  
INSTRUCTIONS.  
Read these instructions.  
Keep these instructions.  
Heed all warnings.  
Follow all instructions.  
Do not use this apparatus near water.  
Clean only with dry cloth.  
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturers instructions.  
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including  
amplifiers) that produce heat.  
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two  
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong.  
The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your  
outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.  
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,  
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.  
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.  
Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the  
apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury  
from tip-over.  
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.  
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been  
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects  
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate  
normally, or has been dropped.  
If the shape of the plug does not fit the power outlet, use an attachment plug adaptor of the proper  
configuration for the power outlet.  
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Representative plug of power supply cord of countries/regions around the  
world.  
A Type  
(American  
Type)  
B Type  
BF Type  
B3 Type  
C Type  
SE Type  
O Type  
(British Type) (British Type) (British Type) (CEE Type)  
(CEE Type) (Ocean Type)  
The representative supply voltage and plug type are described in this chart.  
Depend on an area, Different type of plug and supply voltage are used.  
Attention: Power cord meeting demands from each country shall be used.  
For only the United States  
Use a supplied power cord.  
Europe  
Countries/regions  
Austria  
Voltage  
230  
230  
220  
230  
230  
230  
230  
220  
220  
230  
230  
220  
230  
230  
230  
220  
230  
220  
220  
220  
127/230  
230  
230  
240  
Frequency (Hz)  
Plug type  
C
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
Belgium  
Czech  
C
C
Denmark  
Finland  
France  
C
C
C
Germany  
Greece  
C
C
Hungary  
Iceland  
C
C
Ireland  
C/BF  
C
Italy  
Luxemburg  
Netherlands  
Norway  
Poland  
C
C
C
C
Portugal  
Romania  
Russia  
Slovak  
Spain  
Sweden  
Switzerland  
UK  
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
BF  
Asia  
Countries/regions  
Voltage  
Frequency (Hz)  
Plug type  
China  
220  
200/220  
230/240  
127/230  
100  
50  
A
BF  
C
Hong Kong  
India  
50  
50  
Indonesia  
Japan  
50  
C
50/60  
60  
A
Korea (rep)  
Malaysia  
Philippines  
Singapore  
Taiwan  
220  
240  
C
50  
BF  
A/C  
BF  
A
220/230  
230  
60  
50  
110  
60  
US  
Countries/regions  
Thailand  
Vietnam  
Voltage  
220  
220  
Frequency (Hz)  
Plug type  
C/BF  
A/C  
50  
50  
Oceania  
Countries/regions  
Australia  
New Zealand  
Voltage  
240  
230/240  
Frequency (Hz)  
Plug type  
O
O
50  
50  
North America  
Countries/regions  
Canada  
USA  
Voltage  
120  
120  
Frequency (Hz)  
Plug type  
A
A
60  
60  
Central America  
Countries/regions  
Bahamas  
Voltage  
120/240  
110  
Frequency (Hz)  
Plug type  
60  
60  
60  
60  
60  
60  
60  
50  
60  
60  
60  
A
A
Costa Rica  
Cuba  
110/220  
110  
A/C  
A
Dominican (rep)  
El Salvador  
Guatemala  
Honduras  
Jamaica  
Mexico  
Nicaragua  
Panama  
110  
A
120  
A
110  
A
110  
A
120/127  
120/240  
110/220  
A
A
A
South America  
Countries/regions  
Voltage  
Frequency (Hz)  
Plug type  
Argentina  
220  
127/220  
220  
50  
60  
50  
60  
60  
60  
C/BF/O  
A/C  
C
A
A/C  
A
Brazil  
Chile  
Colombia  
Peru  
120  
220  
Venezuela  
120  
Middle East  
Countries/regions  
Voltage  
Frequency (Hz)  
Plug type  
Iran  
220  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
C/BF  
C/BF  
C
Iraq  
220  
Israel  
230  
Saudi Arabia  
Turkey  
UAE  
127/220  
220  
A/C/BF  
C
240  
C/BF  
Africa  
Countries/regions  
Algeria  
Voltage  
127/220  
220  
Frequency (Hz)  
Plug type  
C
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
Congo (dem)  
Egypt  
C
220  
C
C
C/BF  
C/BF  
C/BF  
C/BF  
C
Ethiopia  
Kenya  
Nigeria  
South Africa  
Tanzania  
Tunisia  
220  
240  
230  
220/230  
230  
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220  
Read this first  
Before operating the unit, please read this  
manual thoroughly, and retain it for future  
reference.  
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.  
CAUTION  
Note on the power cord (mains lead)  
The power cord (mains lead) is designed  
specifically for use with this camcorder  
only, and should not be used with other  
electrical equipment.  
Battery pack  
If the battery pack is mishandled, the battery  
pack can burst, cause a fire or even chemical  
burns. Observe the following cautions.  
Do not disassemble.  
Do not crush and do not expose the battery  
pack to any shock or force such as hammering,  
dropping or stepping on it.  
Excessive sound pressure from earphones  
and headphones can cause hearing loss.  
Do not short circuit and do not allow metal  
objects to come into contact with the battery  
terminals.  
Do not expose to high temperature above 60°C  
(140°F) such as in direct sunlight or in a car  
parked in the sun.  
Do not incinerate or dispose of in fire.  
Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion  
batteries.  
Be sure to charge the battery pack using a  
genuine Sony battery charger or a device that  
can charge the battery pack.  
For customers in the U.S.A. and CANADA  
RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES  
Lithium-Ion batteries are  
recyclable.  
You can help preserve our  
environment by returning  
your used rechargeable  
batteries to the collection and  
recycling location nearest you.  
Keep the battery pack out of the reach of small  
children.  
Keep the battery pack dry.  
Replace only with the same or equivalent type  
recommended by Sony.  
Dispose of used battery packs promptly as  
described in the instructions.  
For more information  
regarding recycling of  
rechargeable batteries, call toll  
free 1-800-822- 8837, or visit  
Caution: Do not handle  
damaged or leaking Lithium-  
Ion batteries.  
Replace the battery with the specified type  
only. Otherwise, fire or injury may result.  
Battery pack  
AC Adaptor  
This device complies with Part 15 of the  
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the  
following two conditions: (1) This device  
may not cause harmful interference, and  
(2) this device must accept any interference  
received, including interference that may  
cause undesired operation.  
Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a  
narrow space, such as between a wall and  
furniture.  
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.  
This Class B digital apparatus complies  
with Canadian ICES-003.  
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These limits are designed to provide  
reasonable protection against harmful  
interference in a residential installation.  
This equipment generates, uses, and  
can radiate radio frequency energy and,  
if not installed and used in accordance  
with the instructions, may cause harmful  
interference to radio communications.  
However, there is no guarantee that  
interference will not occur in a particular  
installation. If this equipment does cause  
harmful interference to radio or television  
reception, which can be determined by  
turning the equipment off and on, the  
user is encouraged to try to correct the  
interference by one or more of the following  
measures:  
For the customers in the U.S.A.  
UL is an internationally recognized safety  
organization.  
The UL Mark on the product means it has  
been UL Listed.  
If you have any questions about this  
product, you may call:  
Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-  
222-SONY (7669).  
The number below is for the FCC related  
matters only.  
Regulatory Information  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the  
Declaration of Conformity  
Trade Name: SONY  
equipment and receiver.  
Connect the equipment into an outlet on  
a circuit different from that to which the  
receiver is connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/  
TV technician for help.  
Model No.: HDR-TD30V  
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.  
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego,  
CA 92127 U.S.A.  
Telephone No.: 858-942-2230  
This device complies with Part 15 of the  
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the  
following two conditions: (1) This device  
may not cause harmful interference,  
and (2) this device must accept any  
interference received, including  
interference that may cause undesired  
operation.  
The supplied interface cable must be used  
with the equipment in order to comply with  
the limits for a digital device pursuant to  
Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.  
For the State of California , USA only  
Perchlorate Material – special handling may  
apply,  
See  
Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery  
contains perchlorate.  
CAUTION  
You are cautioned that any changes or  
modifications not expressly approved in  
this manual could void your authority to  
operate this equipment.  
Note  
This equipment has been tested and found  
to comply with the limits for a Class B  
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the  
FCC Rules.  
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About language setting  
Notes on use  
The on-screen displays in each local language  
are used for illustrating the operating  
procedures. Change the screen language before  
using the camcorder if necessary (p. 22).  
Do not do any of the following. Otherwise, the  
recording media may be damaged, recorded  
images may be impossible to play back or may  
be lost, or other malfunctions could occur.  
ejecting the memory card when the access  
lamp (p. 24) is lit or flashing  
removing the battery pack or AC Adaptor  
from the camcorder, or applying mechanical  
shock or vibration to the camcorder when the  
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, recording media, etc.  
TV color systems differ depending on the  
country/region. To view your recordings on a  
TV, you need an NTSC 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.  
(Movie)/  
(Photo) lamps (p. 26) or the  
access lamp (p. 24) are lit or flashing  
When the camcorder is connected to other  
devices through a USB connection and the  
power of the camcorder is turned on, do not  
close the LCD panel. The image data that has  
been recorded may be lost.  
Use the camcorder in accordance with local  
regulations.  
LCD Panel  
The LCD screen is 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 on the  
LCD screen. These points are normal results of  
the manufacturing process and do not affect the  
recording in any way.  
Viewing 3D movies  
Some people may experience discomfort (such as  
eye strain, fatigue, or nausea) while watching 3D  
video images. Sony recommends that all viewers  
take regular breaks while watching 3D video  
images. The length and frequency of necessary  
breaks will vary from person to person. You  
must decide what works best. If you experience  
any discomfort, you should stop watching the  
3D video images until the discomfort ends;  
consult a doctor if you believe necessary. You  
should also review the instruction manual of any  
other device or media used with this product.  
The vision of young children (especially those  
under six years old) is still under development.  
Consult your doctor (such as a pediatrician or  
eye doctor) before allowing young children to  
watch 3D video images. Adults should supervise  
young children to ensure they follow the  
Black points  
White, red, blue or green points  
recommendations listed above.  
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About this manual, illustrations and  
on-screen displays  
Learning more about the  
camcorder (“HandycamUser  
Guide)  
In this manual, the  
and  
icons indicate  
the 3D and 2D sides of the 2D/3D switch,  
respectively.  
“Handycam” User Guide is an on-line  
manual. Refer to it for in-depth instructions  
on the many functions of the camcorder.  
The example images used in this manual for  
illustration purposes are captured using a  
digital still camera, and therefore may appear  
different from images and screen indicators that  
actually appear on your camcorder. And, the  
illustrations of your camcorder and its screen  
indication are exaggerated or simplified for  
understandability.  
Design and specifications of your camcorder  
and accessories are subject to change without  
notice.  
In this manual, the memory card is called  
“recording media.”  
Access the Sony support page.  
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Support/  
In this manual, the DVD disc recorded with  
high definition image quality (HD) is called  
AVCHD recording disc.  
The model name is shown in this manual when  
there is a difference in specification between  
models. Confirm the model name on the  
bottom of your camcorder.  
Select your country or region.  
2
Search for the model name  
of your camcorder within the  
support page.  
3
Check the model name on the bottom of  
your camcorder.  
GPS  
HDR-TD30  
HDR-TD30V  
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Table of contents  
and  
indicate the 3D and 2D sides of the 2D/3D switch (p. 26), respectively.  
The items you can set differ depending on the position of the switch.  
(Intelligent Auto)................................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40  
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Parts and controls  
Figures in ( ) are reference pages.  
Active Interface Shoe  
Flash/Video light  
Lens (G lens)  
Built-in microphone  
Remote sensor/Infrared port  
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.  
Camera recording lamp (58)  
The camera recording lamp lights up in red  
during recording. The lamp flashes when the  
remaining recording media capacity or battery  
power is low.  
Speakers  
GPS antenna (HDR-TD30V)  
A GPS antenna is located in the LCD panel.  
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(View Images) button  
POWER button  
Power zoom lever (30)  
PHOTO button (27)  
LIGHT (Video Light) button  
Each time you press the LIGHT button, the  
setting changes as follows.  
(Movie)/ (Photo) lamp (26, 27)  
START/STOP button (26)  
Off (no indicator) Auto (  
) ...  
) On  
(
2D/3D DISP (display) button (27)  
2D/3D switch (26)  
A/V Remote Connector (51)  
Grip belt  
Loop for a shoulder belt  
Built-in USB Cable (18, 48)  
Memory card slot/ access lamp (24)  
RESET button  
Press RESET using a pointed object.  
Tripod receptacle  
Press RESET to initialize all the settings  
including the clock setting.  
Attach a tripod (sold separately: the length of  
the screw must be less than 5.5 mm (7/32 in.)).  
Depending on the specifications of the tripod,  
your camcorder may not attach in the proper  
direction.  
(headphones) jack  
(microphone) jack (PLUG IN POWER)  
BATT (battery) release lever (19)  
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To fasten the grip belt  
PLAY button  
STOP button  
DISPLAY button (28)  
Transmitter  
START/STOP button (26)  
Power zoom buttons  
PAUSE button  
VISUAL INDEX button (32)  
Displays an Index screen during playback.  
////ENTER buttons  
When you press any of these buttons, the light  
blue frame appears on the LCD screen. Select  
a desired button or an item with ///,  
then press ENTER to enter.  
Wireless Remote Commander  
DATA CODE button (58)  
Displays the date and time, camera setting  
data, or coordinates (HDR-TD30V) of the  
recorded images when you press this button  
during playback.  
PHOTO button (27)  
The on-screen image when you press this  
button will be recorded as a still image.  
SCAN/SLOW buttons (33)  
/(Previous/Next) buttons (33)  
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Getting started  
Supplied Items  
The numbers in ( ) are the supplied  
quantity.  
Wireless Remote Commander (1)  
Camcorder (1)  
AC Adaptor (1)  
Rechargeable battery pack NP-FVꢁ0 (1)  
“Operating Guide”(This manual) (1)  
Power cord (Mains lead) (1)  
HDMI cable (1)  
Notes  
The “PlayMemories Home” software and  
“PlayMemories Home Help Guide” can be  
downloaded from the Sony website (p. 48).  
USB connection support cable (1)  
The USB connection support cable is designed  
for use with this camcorder only. Use this cable  
when the Built-in USB Cable of the camcorder  
(p. 18) is too short for connection.  
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Charging the battery pack  
Close the LCD screen and attach  
the battery pack.  
1
Battery pack  
Connect the AC Adaptor () and  
the power cord (mains lead) () to  
your camcorder and the wall outlet  
(wall socket).  
2
The CHG (charge) lamp turns on.  
The CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the  
battery pack is fully charged. Disconnect the  
AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack of your  
camcorder.  
CHG (charge)  
lamp  
DC IN jack  
DC plug  
Align the mark on the  
DC plug with that on the  
DC IN jack  
To the wall outlet (wall socket)  
Notes  
You cannot attach any “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack other than the V series to your camcorder.  
We do not recommend using an NP-FV30, which only allows short recording and playback times, with  
your camcorder.  
In the default setting, the power turns off automatically if you leave your camcorder without any  
operation for about 2 minutes, to save battery power ([Power Save] p. 59).  
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Charging the battery using your computer  
Turn off your camcorder and connect  
the camcorder to a running computer  
using the Built-in USB Cable.  
To the wall outlet  
(wall socket)  
Built-in USB Cable  
To charge the battery from a wall outlet (wall socket) using the Built-in USB  
Cable  
You can charge the battery by connecting the Built-in USB Cable to a wall outlet (wall socket)  
using an AC-UD10 USB charger/AC Adaptor (sold separately). You cannot use a Sony CP-  
AH2R, CP-AL, or AC-UP100 portable power supply device (sold separately) to charge the  
camcorder.  
Charging time  
Approximate time (min.) required to fully charge a fully discharged NP-FV50 battery pack  
(supplied).  
When using the AC Adaptor: 155 min.  
When using your computer connected with the Built-in USB Cable*: 280 min  
The charging times shown above are measured when charging the camcorder at a temperature of 25 °C  
(77 °F). It is recommended that you charge the battery in a temperature range of 10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to  
86 °F).  
* The charging times are measured without using the USB connection support cable.  
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To remove the battery pack  
Close the LCD screen. Slide the BATT  
(battery) release lever () and remove the  
battery pack ().  
To use a wall outlet (wall socket) as a power source  
Make the same connections as those for charging the battery pack.  
Even if the battery pack is attached, the battery pack is not discharged.  
Notes on the AC Adaptor  
Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic objects. This  
may cause a malfunction.  
Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the camcorder, holding both the camcorder and the DC plug.  
Recording time, Playing time (63)  
Remaining battery indicator (28)  
Charging the battery pack abroad (19)  
Charging the battery pack abroad  
You can charge the battery pack in any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with  
your camcorder within the AC 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz range. Do not use an electronic  
voltage transformer.  
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Turning the power on, and setting the date  
and time  
Set the date and time, and adjust the lens with [Auto 3D Lens Adjust] to record optimum  
3-dimensional movies.  
Open the LCD screen of your  
camcorder and turn the power  
on.  
1
You can also turn on the camcorder by  
pressing POWER (p. 14).  
Select the desired language, then  
select [Next].  
2
Touch the button on the  
LCD screen.  
Select the desired geographical  
3
area with  
[Next].  
/
, then select  
Set [Daylight Savings] or [Summer  
Time], select the date format and  
the date and time.  
4
If you set [Daylight Savings] or [Summer  
Time] to [On], the clock advances 1 hour.  
When you select the date and time, select  
one of the items and adjust the value with  
/
.
When you select  
, the date and time  
setting operation is complete.  
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Confirm the notice on continuous  
use of your camcorder.  
5
Select [Run] and display a subject  
on the LCD screen.  
6
7
If you select [Run Later], the [Auto 3D  
Lens Adjust] screen will appear when you  
turn on the camcorder next time.  
When the scale of the indicator  
exceeds the mark, select [OK].  
The camcorder automatically zooms in or  
out to adjust the lenses.  
Indicator  
Notes  
If you feel uncomfortable viewing the image in 3D, press 2D/3D DISP and check the image in 2D (p. 27).  
If [Could not adjust.] appears, touch [Run Again].  
If the 2D/3D switch (p. 26) is set to 2D, the [Auto 3D Lens Adjust] screen does not appear.  
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Tips on using [Auto 3D Lens Adjust]  
Referring to the following examples, display a subject that will indicate a higher scale on the  
LCD screen.  
Subjects that indicate a higher scale:  
Bright subjects, such as objects outdoors in daylight  
Subjects with various colors and shapes  
Changing the language setting  
You can change the on-screen displays to show messages in a specified language.  
Select  
[Setup] [ General Settings] [Language Setting] a desired language.  
To turn off the power  
Close the LCD screen or press the POWER button (p. 14).  
To adjust the angle of the LCD panel  
First open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the  
camcorder (), and then adjust the angle ().  
90 degrees (max.)  
Face directly towards the LCD screen from  
about 30 cm (11 7/8 in.) away from the screen to  
watch 3D movies with optimum sense of depth.  
180 degrees (max.)  
90 degrees to  
the camcorder  
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To turn off the beep sound  
Select  
[Setup] [ General Settings] [Beep] [Off].  
Notes  
The recording date, time and condition, and coordinates (HDR-TD30V) are recorded automatically on  
the recording media. They are not displayed during recording. However, you can check them as [Data  
Code] during playback. To display them, select  
[Setup] [  
Playback Settings] [Data  
Code] [Date/Time].  
Once the clock is set, the clock time is automatically adjusted with [Auto Clock ADJ ] and [Auto Area  
ADJ] set to [On]. The clock may not be adjusted to the correct time automatically, depending on the  
country/region selected for your camcorder. In this case, set [Auto Clock ADJ ] and [Auto Area ADJ] to  
[Off] (HDR-TD30V).  
[Power On By LCD] (p. 58)  
To set the date and time again: [Date & Time Setting] (p. 59)  
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Inserting a memory card  
Open the cover, and insert the  
memory card until it clicks.  
Insert the card with the notched edge in the  
direction as illustrated.  
The [Preparing image database file. Please wait.]  
screen appears if you insert a new memory card.  
Wait until the screen disappears.  
Access lamp  
To eject the memory card  
Open the cover and lightly push the memory card in once.  
Notes  
To ensure stable operation of the memory card, it is recommended to format the memory card with your  
camcorder before the first use (p. 58). Formatting the memory card will erase all the data stored on it and  
the data will be irrecoverable. Save your important data on your PC, etc.  
If [Failed to create a new Image Database File. It may be possible that there is not enough free space.] is  
displayed, format the memory card (p. 58).  
Confirm the direction of the memory card. If you forcibly insert the memory card in the wrong direction,  
the memory card, memory card slot, or image data may be damaged.  
When inserting or ejecting the memory card, be careful so that the memory card does not pop out and  
drop.  
Types of memory card you can use with your camcorder  
SD Speed Class Capacity (operation  
verified)  
Described in this manual  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo”  
media (Mark2)  
“Memory Stick PRO-HG  
Duo” media  
Up to 32 GB  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo”  
media  
“Memory Stick XC-HG  
Duo” media  
Up to 64 GB  
SD memory card  
SDHC memory card  
SDXC memory card  
Class 4 or faster  
Up to 64 GB  
SD card  
Operation with all memory cards is not assured.  
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Notes  
A MultiMediaCard cannot be used with this camcorder.  
Movies recorded on the “Memory Stick XC-HG Duo” media and SDXC memory cards cannot be  
imported to or played back on computers or AV devices not supporting the exFAT* file system by  
connecting the camcorder to these devices with the USB cable. Confirm in advance that the connecting  
equipment is supporting the exFAT system. If you connect an equipment not supporting the exFAT  
system and the format screen appears, do not perform the format. All the data recorded will be lost.  
* The exFAT is a file system that is used for the “Memory Stick XC-HG Duo” media and SDXC memory  
cards.  
Recording time of movies/number of recordable photos (63)  
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Recording/Playback  
Recording  
In the default setting, movies are recorded in 3D with high definition image quality (HD).  
Recording movies  
Open the LCD screen and press  
MODE to turn on the (Movie)  
lamp.  
1
Set the 2D/3D switch to 3D.  
2
To record 2D movies, set the 2D/3D switch  
to 2D.  
Press START/STOP to start  
recording.  
3
To stop recording, press START/STOP  
again.  
You can record photos during 2D movie  
recording by pressing PHOTO (Dual  
Capture).  
Notes  
Do not operate the 2D/3D switch during recording. The camcorder stops recording.  
You may not be able to shoot photos depending on the setting in [  
REC Mode] and [  
Frame Rate].  
To obtain good 3D movies  
Shoot the subject from about 30 cm to 5 m (11 7/8 in. to 16 ft. 4 7/8 in.) away. The optimum  
distance varies when you use zooming (p. 30).  
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If you feel uncomfortable with 3D movies  
If you feel uncomfortable while viewing 3D  
movies on the LCD screen for a long time, press  
the 2D/3D DISP button to switch the image  
from 3D to 2D.  
The image appears in 2D, but the camcorder  
continues recording in 3D.  
When the screen is switched from 2D to 3D, the  
screen becomes darker. This is not a malfunction.  
Shooting photos  
Set the 2D/3D switch to 2D.  
1
Open the LCD screen and press  
MODE to turn on the (Photo)  
lamp.  
2
Press PHOTO lightly to adjust the  
focus, then press it fully.  
3
When the focus is adjusted properly,  
AE/AF lock indicator appears on the LCD  
screen.  
Notes  
You cannot shoot photos in 3D.  
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To display items on the LCD screen  
Items on the LCD screen disappear if you do not operate the camcorder for a few seconds  
after you turn the camcorder on or switch between the movie recording and photo shooting  
modes.  
Touch anywhere except the buttons on the LCD screen to display information on icons with  
functions convenient for recording.  
Screen indicators during recording  
Described here are icons for both movie recording (3D/2D) and photo recording (2D) modes.  
Refer to the page in ( ) for details.  
Zoom button (W: Wide/T: Telephoto), START/STOP button (in movie recording mode),  
PHOTO button (in photo recording mode)  
MENU button (55)  
Status detected by Intelligent Auto (40)  
Recording status ([STBY]/[REC])  
AE/AF (automatic exposure/automatic focus) lock (27)  
2D/3D recording mode  
GPS triangulating status (41) (HDR-TD30V)  
Tracking focus (40)  
Zoom, Remaining battery  
Counter (hour: minute: second), Capturing a photo, Recording/playback/editing media  
Tracking focus cancel button (40)  
Intelligent Auto button (40)  
Audio mode (57), Audio Level Display (57)  
Approximate number of recordable photos, Aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3), Photo size (L/M/S)  
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Estimated recording remaining time, Recording image quality (HD/STD), Frame rate  
(60p/60i/24p) and recording mode (PS/FX/FH/HQ/LP) (38)  
View Images button (32)  
My Button (you can assign your favorite functions to icons displayed in this area) (57)  
To record in mirror mode  
Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder  
(), then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side  
().  
A mirror-image of the subject appears on the  
LCD screen, but the image will be normal when  
recorded.  
Notes  
If you close the LCD screen while recording movies, the camcorder stops recording.  
The maximum continuous recordable times of movies are as follows:  
3D recording: about 6 hours 30 minutes  
2D recording: about 13 hours  
When a movie file exceeds 2 GB, the next movie file is created automatically.  
The flash does not work while the  
(Movie) lamp is lit.  
The following states will be indicated if data is still being written onto the recording media after recording  
has finished. During this time, do not apply shock or vibration to the camcorder, or remove the battery or  
AC Adaptor.  
Access lamp (p. 24) is lit or flashing  
The media icon in the upper right of the LCD screen is flashing  
When [  
Frame Rate] is set to [24p], you cannot record photos while the camcorder is in movie  
recording mode.  
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 the case of 2D recording, it is  
recommended you record images with [Guide Frame] set to [On] and using the outer frame of the guide  
frame (p. 57) as a guide.  
Recording time, recordable number of photos (p. 63)  
[Flash] (p. 57)  
To display items on the LCD screen all the time: [Display Setting] (p. 57)  
To change the image size: [  
Image Size] (p. 57)  
Recordable time, remaining capacity [Media Info] (p. 58)  
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Zooming  
Move the power zoom lever to  
magnify or reduce the size of the  
image.  
W (Wide angle): Wider range of view  
T (Telephoto): Close view  
You can magnify images as follows.  
3D recording: Up to 12 times the original size  
(Extended Zoom)  
2D recording: Up to 17 times the original size  
(Extended Zoom)  
Move the power zoom lever slightly for a slower  
zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom.  
Optimum distance from the subject to record 3D movies  
The distance at which you can obtain good 3D movies varies depending on the zooming level.  
Record 3D movies within these ranges.  
The zoom scale on the LCD screen  
0 m  
Distance from the subject  
5 m  
(16 ft.)  
10 m  
(32 ft.)  
15 m  
(50 ft.)  
20 m  
(65 ft.)  
Approx. 0.3 m - 5 m (11 7/8 in. - 16 ft. 4 7/8 in.)  
Approx. 0.9 m - 8 m (2 ft. 11 1/2 in. - 26 ft. 3 in.)  
Approx. 3.6 m - 18 m (11 ft. 9 3/4 in. - 59 ft. 3/4 in.)  
Not recommended. The movie will be blurred.  
The movie will seem 3-dimensional and realistic.  
The movie will seem flat without a sense of depth.  
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Notes  
If the movies appear doubled on the LCD screen, return the zoom to the original level.  
A subject within 30 cm (11 7/8 in.) away should be recorded in 2D.  
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  
/
button on the LCD screen.  
The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is about 1  
cm (about 13/32 in.) for wide angle and about 80 cm (about 31 1/2 in.) for telephoto (2D recording only).  
During 2D recording, you can magnify images up to 10 times the original size using optical zooming,  
unless [  
SteadyShot] is set to [Active].  
Further zooming: [Digital Zoom] (2D recording only) (p. 56)  
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Playback  
You can search for recorded images by date and time of recording (Event view), or location of  
recording (Map view) (HDR-TD30V).  
Set the 2D/3D switch to 3D.  
1
To play back 2D movies and photos, set the  
2D/3D switch to 2D.  
Open the LCD screen and press  
2
the  
button on the camcorder  
to enter the playback mode.  
You can enter the playback mode by  
selecting  
on the LCD screen (p. 28).  
Select  
/
to move the desired  
3
4
event to the center () and then  
select it ().  
The camcorder displays recorded images as  
an event automatically, based on the date  
and time.  
Select the image.  
The camcorder plays from the selected  
image to the last image in the event.  
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Select the appropriate buttons  
on the LCD screen for various  
playback operations.  
5
Volume  
Delete  
Context  
Stop  
Previous/Next  
/
/
/
Fast-reverse/fast-forward  
Play/Pause  
Play/stop short movies  
Some buttons described above may not appear, depending on the image being played back.  
As you repeat selecting during playback, movies are played as fast as about 5 times about 10  
times about 30 times about 60 times.  
Select during pause to play movies slowly.  
To repeat Slideshow, select [Slideshow Set].  
/
/
To view 3D movies on the LCD screen  
Watch 3D movies on the LCD screen from directly in front of the screen, about 30 cm (11 7/8 in.) away.  
The 3-dimensional movie will look realistic.  
If you feel discomfort from your eyes, press the 2D/3D DISP button (p. 27) to display the movies in 2D.  
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Screen display on the Event View screen  
Remaining battery  
To the MENU screen  
Event name  
To the Map View screen  
(HDR-TD30V)  
Events  
To the next event  
To the previous event  
Time-line bar  
Change to the movie/  
photo recording mode  
Change Event Scale button  
To play back short movies  
Event name  
Recorded time/number of photos  
To go back to the Event  
View screen  
Switch Image Type button  
(2D only)  
Movie  
Previous/next  
Photo (2D only)  
Change to the movie/  
photo recording mode  
Last played image  
Reduced-size images which enable you to view many images at the same time on an index screen are  
called “thumbnails.”  
Notes  
To prevent your image data from being lost, save all your recorded images on external media periodically.  
(p. 52)  
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Playing movies and photos from a map (HDR-TD30V)  
Switch to the Map View by  
1
touching [Map View].  
Select the recording location.  
2
3
Touch the direction on the map in which  
you want the map to be scrolled. Keep  
touching that point to scroll the map  
continuously.  
If you change the map scale using  
the power zoom lever, the clusters of  
thumbnails will change as well.  
Select the desired image.  
When you use the map data for the first time  
A message appears asking you to confirm whether you agree with the terms of the license  
agreement of the map data. You can use the map data by touching [Yes] on the screen after  
agreeing to the terms of the license agreement (p 74).  
You cannot use the map data if you touch [No]. However, when you try to use the map data  
for the second time, the same message will appear on the screen, and you can use the map  
data by touching [Yes].  
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Screen display on the Map View  
To the MENU screen  
To the Event View screen  
To the movie recording  
display  
To play back short movies  
To the Map View  
Previous/next  
Switch Image Type button  
(2D only)  
To the movie/photo  
recording display  
To play back images with other devices  
You may not be able to play back normally images recorded on your camcorder with other devices. Also,  
you may not be able to play back images recorded on other devices with your camcorder.  
Standard definition image quality (STD) movies recorded on SD memory cards cannot be played on AV  
equipment of other manufacturers.  
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Advanced operations  
Adjusting the depth  
of 3D movies  
In the default setting, the camcorder detects  
the relative position between a subject  
and its background during recording,  
and automatically adjusts the parallax  
effect accordingly, so that you will feel  
comfortable when watching 3-dimensional  
movies.  
Adjust the depth using  
to move the image into the  
2
foreground, and  
to move it  
further into the background.  
Comfortable sense of depth  
The camcorder detects  
the relative position.  
To retain the optimum sense of  
depth  
Adjust the sense of depth with [Auto] (the  
default setting) until the sense of depth  
becomes appropriate, then select [Manual].  
Comfortable sense of depth  
The camcorder adjusts  
the parallax effect.  
Adjusting the depth during  
playback  
Select [3D Depth  
Adjustment] on the 3D movie  
playback screen.  
Monitor  
1
Notes  
Since the parallax is adjusted automatically, the  
3D movies may seem to be shaking from side to  
side when played in 2D. To prevent the shaking,  
adjust the depth manually before recording.  
The movie pauses, and the screen used to  
adjust the vertical direction appears in 2D  
(the doubled image display).  
Select  
/
to adjust the  
2
Adjusting the depth during  
recording  
vertical direction [Next].  
Select  
[  
[Camera/Mic]  
Camera Settings] [3D  
1
Depth Adjustment] [Manual].  
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Recording images  
with various settings  
Select  
horizontal direction   
/
to adjust the  
Selecting the image  
quality of movies  
(Recording mode)  
3
.
The screen used to adjust the horizontal  
direction appears in 3D.  
You can switch the recording mode to  
select the movie quality when recording  
high definition image quality (HD)  
movies. The recording time (p. 63) or the  
type of media device to which the images  
can be copied may change, depending on  
the recording mode selected. ([Standard  
] is the default setting.)  
Notes  
[3D] is selected for recording 3D movies.  
[60p Quality  
] can be set only when the  
[
Frame Rate] is set to [60p].  
Select  
Size] [  
[Image Quality/  
REC Mode].  
1
Select the desired recording  
mode.  
2
Recording mode and the media  
devices to which the images can be  
copied  
Recording mode  
FH/  
Types of media  
3D PS* FX HQ/  
LP  
On this camcorder  
Memory card  
On external devices  
External media  
(USB storage  
devices)  
Blu-ray discs  
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Recording mode  
Recording the selected  
subject clearly (Face  
Priority)  
FH/  
Types of media  
3D PS* FX HQ/  
LP  
AVCHD recording  
discs  
Your camcorder can track a face you select  
and adjust the focus, exposure, and skin  
tone of the face automatically.  
* [60p Quality  
] can be set only when the  
[
Frame Rate] is set to [60p].  
Touch one of the faces targeted.  
On image quality  
The image quality and the bit-rate for each  
recording mode can be set as follows.  
(“M,” such as in “24M,” means “Mbps.”)  
For the high definition image quality (HD)  
movies  
[3D]: 1920 1080/60i quality, MVC HD  
28M (3D)  
[60p Quality  
]: 1920 1080/60p quality,  
AVC HD 28M (PS)  
[Highest Quality  
]: 1920 1080/60i or  
1920 1080/24p quality, AVC HD 24M (FX)  
[High Quality ]: 1920 1080/60i or 1920  
1080/24p quality, AVC HD 17M (FH)  
[Standard ]: 1440 1080/60i quality,  
AVC HD 9M (HQ)  
The double-lined frame Release selection  
is displayed.  
[Long Time  
AVC HD 5M (LP)  
]: 1440 1080/60i quality,  
Notes  
The subject you touched may not be detected,  
depending on the surrounding brightness or  
hairstyle of the subject.  
Make sure to set the [Face Detection] setting to  
other than [Off] ([Auto] is the default setting).  
For the standard definition image quality (STD)  
movies  
[Standard  
]: Standard quality, STD 9M  
(HQ)*  
* Standard image quality (STD) is fixed to this  
value.  
[  
Frame Rate] (p. 57)  
Recording standard definition image quality  
(STD) movie: [ Setting] (p. 57)  
Guide for creating discs (p. 51)  
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Notes  
To record subjects other than people  
(Tracking focus)  
When the frame rate and the recording  
mode are set to [60i]/[Highest Quality  
]
or [60p]/[60p Quality  
], you cannot use  
Touch the subject you want to record.  
the Smile Shutter function while recording  
Your camcorder adjusts the focus  
automatically.  
movies. Furthermore, when the frame rate is  
set to [24p], you cannot use the Smile Shutter  
function, either.  
Smiles may not be detected depending on  
recording conditions, subject conditions, and  
the setting of your camcorder.  
[Smile Sensitivity] (p. 57)  
Selecting the suitable  
setting automatically for  
the recording situation  
(Intelligent Auto)  
Your camcorder records movies after  
selecting the most suitable setting for the  
subjects or the situation automatically.  
([On] is the default setting.) When the  
camcorder detects a subject, the icons that  
correspond to the detected conditions are  
displayed.  
Capturing smiles  
automatically (Smile  
Shutter)  
Select  
[On]   
at the  
A photo is recorded automatically when  
the camcorder detects the smile of a  
person during movie recording (p. 57).  
([Dual Capture] is the default setting.)  
right bottom of the recording screen  
of movies or photos.  
The camcorder is  
detecting a smile  
(orange).  
The camcorder is  
detecting a face.  
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Recording  
information on  
your location (GPS)  
(HDR-TD30V)  
Face detection: (Portrait), (Baby)  
Scene detection: (Backlight),  
(Landscape), (Night Scene),  
(Spotlight), (Low light), (Macro)  
Camera-shake detection: (Walk),  
(Tripod)  
When you set [GPS Setting] to [On] (the  
default setting), the GPS triangulating  
icon will appear on the screen and the  
camcorder will start searching for GPS  
satellite signals. The icon displayed will  
vary according to the intensity of the signal  
received. The GPS function is available  
Sound detection:  
,
(Auto Wind  
NR)  
To cancel the Intelligent Auto function, select  
[Off].  
when  
,
or  
are displayed.  
To record images brighter than those  
recorded using the Intelligent Auto  
function  
The following features are available if you  
use the GPS (Global Positioning System)  
function.  
Recording location information on  
movies or photos ([On] is the default  
setting.)  
Select  
[Camera/Mic]   
[
Manual Settings] [Low Lux].  
Playing movies and photos by searching  
for them from a map (Map View, p. 35)  
Displaying a map of your current  
location  
Notes  
The frames on the faces do not appear during  
3D recording.  
The camcorder may not detect the expected  
scene or subject, depending on the recording  
conditions.  
If you do not want to record location  
information  
Select  
[Setup]   
[
General Settings] [GPS  
Setting] [Off].  
Notes  
It may take a while before the camcorder starts  
triangulating.  
Use the GPS function outdoors and in open  
areas, as the radio signals can best be received  
in such areas.  
The map always displays the north at the top.  
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Playing images on a  
TV  
Connection methods and the image quality  
viewed on the TV screen differ depending  
on what type of TV is connected, and the  
connectors used.  
Connecting to a non-high-definition  
16:9 (wide) or 4:3 TV  
When movies are recorded with high  
definition image quality (HD), they are  
played back in standard definition image  
quality (STD). When movies are recorded  
with standard definition image quality  
(STD), they are played back in standard  
definition image quality (STD).  
Connecting to a 3D TV  
Movies recorded in 3D are played back in  
3D. Make sure that the 2D/3D switch of the  
camcorder is set to 3D.  
A/V connecting cable  
(sold separately)  
Yellow  
HDMI Cable (supplied) HDMI IN  
White  
Red  
Switch the input on the TV to the  
connected jack.  
1
Connecting to a high definition TV  
Connect the camcorder to a TV.  
2
When the recording quality is high  
definition image quality (HD), the movies  
are played back in high definition image  
quality (HD). When the recording quality  
is standard definition image quality (STD),  
the movies are played back in standard  
definition image quality (STD).  
Play a movie or a photo on the  
camcorder (p. 32).  
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Notes  
Refer to the instruction manuals of the TV as  
well.  
Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power  
source (p. 19).  
The 3D movies may seem to be shaking  
from side to side when played in 2D on a TV.  
You can prevent the shaking by setting [3D  
Depth Adjustment] (p. 37) to [Manual] before  
recording.  
HDMI Cable (supplied) HDMI IN  
When movies are recorded with standard  
definition image quality (STD), they are played  
back in standard definition image quality (STD)  
even on a high definition TV.  
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When you play back standard definition image  
quality (STD) movies on a 4:3 TV that is not  
On an HDMI cable  
Use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo.  
Use an HDMI mini connector on one end  
(for the camcorder), and a plug suitable for  
connecting your TV on the other end.  
Copyright-protected images are not output  
from the HDMI OUT jack of your camcorder.  
Some TVs may not function correctly (e.g., no  
sound or image) with this connection.  
Do not connect the camcorder HDMI OUT  
jack to an external device HDMI OUT jack, as  
malfunction may result.  
compatible with the 16:9 signal, set [  
Mode] to [4:3] to record movies with 4:3 aspect  
ratio (p. 57).  
If you connect your camcorder to the TV using  
more than one type of cable to output images,  
HDMI output takes priority.  
The camcorder does not support the S-Video  
output.  
Wide  
Enjoying 5.1ch surround  
sound  
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.  
You can record Dolby Digital 5.1ch  
surround sound with the built-in  
microphone. Realistic sound can be enjoyed  
when playing a movie on devices that  
support 5.1ch surround sound input.  
When your TV is monaural (When  
your TV has only one audio input  
jack)  
Connect the yellow plug of the A/V  
connecting cable (sold separately) 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.  
Built-in microphone  
When connecting to your TV via a  
VCR  
Notes  
If you try to play back 5.1ch sound with the  
speakers on your camcorder, the 5.1ch sound is  
automatically converted and output in 2ch.  
To enjoy the 5.1ch surround sound of the  
movies recorded with high definition image  
quality (HD) in 5.1ch sound, you need a device  
compatible with 5.1ch surround.  
When you connect your camcorder with  
the supplied HDMI cable, the sound of high  
definition image quality (HD) movies recorded  
in 5.1ch sound is automatically output in 5.1ch  
sound. The sound of standard definition image  
quality (STD) movies is converted to 2ch.  
Connect your camcorder to the LINE  
IN input on the VCR using the A/V  
connecting cable (sold separately). Set the  
input selector on the VCR to LINE (VIDEO  
1, VIDEO 2, etc.).  
Setting the aspect ratio supported by the TV:  
[TV Type] (p. 58)  
[Audio Mode] (p. 57)  
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On “Photo TV HD”  
This camcorder is compatible with the  
“Photo TV HD” standard. “Photo TV  
HD” allows for highly-detailed, photo-like  
depiction of subtle textures and colors.  
By connecting Sonys Photo TV HD-  
compatible devices using an HDMI cable*,  
a whole new world of photos can be  
enjoyed in breathtaking HD quality.  
* The TV will automatically switch to the  
appropriate mode when  
(photo) is selected  
with the Switch Image Type button.  
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Editing  
Editing on your  
camcorder  
To delete all movies/photos in the  
selected date at one time  
Notes  
1
2
In step 2, select [All In Event].  
Some basic editing operations can be done on  
the camcorder. If you want to perform advanced  
editing operations, install the “PlayMemories  
Home” software.  
Select the date you want to delete using  
/
, and then select  
.
You cannot restore images once they are  
deleted. Save important movies and photos in  
advance.  
Do not remove the battery pack or the AC  
Adaptor from your camcorder while deleting  
or dividing the images. It may damage the  
recording media.  
Do not eject the memory card while deleting or  
dividing images from the memory card.  
If you delete or divide movies/photos that are  
included in saved scenarios, the scenarios will  
also be deleted.  
To delete a part of a movie  
You can divide a movie and delete it.  
Release protection: [Protect] (p. 58)  
[Format] (p. 58)  
Deleting movies and  
photos  
Dividing a movie  
Select  
[Delete].  
[Edit/Copy]   
1
2
Select [Divide] on the  
1
movie playback screen.  
Select [Multiple Images].  
When editing 2D movies, select the type  
of image.  
Add check marks to the movies  
or photos to be deleted and  
3
select  
.
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Select the point where you want  
to divide the movie into scenes  
2
using  
/
, and then select  
.
A
B
A: Returns to the beginning of the selected  
movie.  
B: Adjusts the capturing point with more  
precision.  
A
B
If the movie was recorded with one of  
the following image quality levels, the  
image size will be set as shown below.  
High definition image quality (HD): 2.1  
M (16:9)  
A: Returns to the beginning of the selected  
movie.  
B: Adjusts the dividing point with more  
precision.  
Wide aspect ratio (16:9) with standard  
definition image quality (STD): 0.2 M  
(16:9)  
4:3 aspect ratio with standard definition  
image quality (STD): VGA 0.3 M (4:3)  
Notes  
A slight difference may occur from the point  
where you select and the actual dividing point,  
as your camcorder selects the dividing point  
based on about half-second increments.  
On recording date and time of  
captured photos  
Capturing a photo from  
a movie  
The recording date and time of captured photos  
are 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 photo  
will be the date and time you captured from  
the movie.  
Select [Photo Capture] that  
appears on the playback screen  
of a movie.  
1
Select the point where you  
want to capture a photo using  
2
/
, and then select  
.
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Saving movies and photos with a computer  
Playing images on a computer  
The “PlayMemories Home” software allows you to import movies and still images to your  
computer to use them in a variety of ways.  
What you can do with “PlayMemories Homesoftware (Windows)  
Upload images to online  
services  
View in a Calendar  
Import images from  
the camcorder  
Create a movie disc  
DVD (2D)/Blu-ray  
Share images in  
“PlayMemories Online”  
“PlayMemories Home” can be downloaded from the following URL.  
Notes  
An Internet connection is required to use each online services.  
Software for Mac  
The “PlayMemories Home” software is not supported with Mac computers. To import images  
from the camcorder to your Mac and play them, use the appropriate software on your Mac.  
For details, visit the following URL.  
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Preparing a computer  
(Windows)  
Installing the “PlayMemories  
Homesoftware in your  
computer  
Checking the computer system  
OS*1  
Microsoft Windows XP SP3*2/Windows Vista  
SP2*3/Windows 7 SP1/Windows 8  
Access the following download  
1
CPU*4  
site using an Internet browser on  
your computer, then click [Install]  
[Run].  
Intel Core Duo 1.66 GHz or faster, or Intel  
Core 2 Duo 1.66 GHz or faster (Intel Core  
2 Duo 2.26 GHz or faster is required when  
processing 3D, FX or FH movies, and Intel  
Core 2 Duo 2.40 GHz or faster is required  
when processing PS movies.)  
Install according to the on-screen  
instructions.  
2
Memory  
Windows XP: 512 MB or more (1 GB or  
more is recommended)  
When the on-screen instructions  
prompting you to connect the camcorder  
to a computer appear, connect the  
camcorder to your computer with the  
built-in cable.  
Windows Vista/ Windows 7/Windows 8:  
1 GB or more  
Hard disk  
Disk volume required for installation:  
Approximately 500 MB  
Display  
Minimum 1,024 × 768 dots  
*1 Standard installation is required. Operation is  
not assured if the OS has been upgraded or in a  
multi-boot environment.  
*2 64-bit editions and Starter (Edition) are not  
supported. Windows Image Mastering API  
(IMAPI) Ver.2.0 or newer is required to use disc  
creation function, etc.  
Built-in USB Cable  
*3 Starter (Edition) is not supported.  
*4 Faster processor is recommended.  
When the installation completes,  
“PlayMemories Home” starts up.  
Notes  
Operation with all computer environments is  
not assured.  
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The camcorder automatically divides an image  
file that exceeds 2 GB and saves the parts as  
separate files. All image files may be shown as  
separate files on a computer, however, the files  
will be handled properly by the import function  
and the playback function of the camcorder or  
the “PlayMemories Home” software.  
Notes on installation  
If the “PlayMemories Home” software is  
already installed on your computer, connect the  
camcorder to your computer. Functions that  
can be used with this camcorder will then be  
available.  
If the “PMB (Picture Motion Browser)”  
software is installed on your computer, it will  
be overwritten by the “PlayMemories Home”  
software. In this case, you cannot use some  
functions that were available with “PMB” with  
this “PlayMemories Home” software.  
To disconnect your camcorder from  
the computer  
1
Click the  
icon at the bottom right of  
the desktop of the computer [Safely  
remove USB Mass Storage Device].  
2
3
Select  
screen.  
[Yes] on the camcorder  
Disconnect the USB cable.  
If you are using Windows 7 or Windows 8, click  
, then click  
.
Notes  
When you access the camcorder from the  
computer, use the “PlayMemories Home”  
software. Operation is not guaranteed if you  
operate the data using software other than  
the “PlayMemories Home” software or you  
directly manipulate files and the folders from  
a computer.  
Images cannot be saved to some discs  
depending on the recording mode. Movies  
recorded in [3D], [60p Quality  
] or [Highest  
Quality  
] mode can only be saved to a  
Blu-ray disc.  
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Starting the  
“PlayMemories  
Homesoftware  
Double-click the “PlayMemories  
Homeicon on the computer  
screen.  
1
When using Windows 8, select the  
“PlayMemories Home” icon from the start  
screen.  
Double-click the “PlayMemories  
2
Home Help Guideshort-cut  
icon on the computer screen to  
see how to use “PlayMemories  
Home.”  
When using Windows 8, select  
[PlayMemories Home Help Guide] from  
the help menu of “PlayMemories Home.”  
If the icon is not displayed on the  
computer screen, click [Start] [All  
Programs] [PlayMemories Home]   
the desired item.  
For details on “PlayMemories Home,”  
select (“PlayMemories Home Help  
Guide”) on the software or visit the  
PlayMemories Home support page (http://  
www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/).  
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Saving images with an external device  
Creating a standard  
definition image  
quality (STD) disc  
with a recorder  
Connect your camcorder to  
the recording device with the  
A/V connecting cable (sold  
separately).  
2
Notes  
Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet  
(wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for  
this operation (p. 17)  
Refer to the instruction manual supplied with  
the device connected.  
Connect your camcorder to a disc  
recorder with the A/V connecting cable  
(sold separately). You can copy images  
played back on your camcorder on a disc  
or video cassette.  
A/V  
Remote  
Connector  
A/V connecting  
cable  
(sold separately)  
Insert the recording medium  
1
in the recording device (a disc  
recorder, etc.).  
Input  
If your recording device has an input  
selector, set it to the input mode.  
Red  
White  
Yellow  
Signal flow  
Connect your camcorder to the input jacks  
of the recording device.  
Start playback on your  
camcorder, and record it on the  
recording device.  
3
4
When dubbing is finished, stop  
the recording device, and then  
your camcorder.  
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Saving images on  
an external media  
device  
You can save movies and photos on an  
external media device (USB storage  
devices), such as an external hard disk  
drive. The following functions will be  
available after you have saved your images  
on an external media device.  
You can connect your camcorder and the  
external media device, and then play back  
images stored on the external media device  
You can connect your computer and the  
external media device and import images to  
your computer using the “PlayMemories Home”  
software (p. 50).  
Notes  
3D movies are converted to 2D with standard  
definition image quality (STD).  
You cannot copy images to recorders connected  
with an HDMI cable.  
Since copying is performed via analog data  
transfer, the image quality may deteriorate.  
High definition image quality (HD) movies  
will be copied with standard definition image  
quality (STD).  
When you connect a monaural device, connect  
the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable  
(sold separately) to the video input jack, and the  
white (left channel) or the red (right channel)  
plug to the audio input jack on the device.  
Copying date and time information: [Data  
Code] (p. 58)  
Using 4:3 screen size display device: [TV Type]  
Notes  
For this operation, you need the USB Adaptor  
Cable VMC-UAM1 (sold separately).  
Connect the AC Adaptor and the power  
cord (mains lead) to the DC IN jack of your  
camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket).  
Refer to the instruction manual supplied with  
the external media device.  
Connect your camcorder and  
1
the external media device using  
the USB Adaptor Cable (sold  
separately).  
USB Adaptor Cable  
VMC-UAM1  
(sold separately)  
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Make sure not to disconnect the USB cable  
while [Preparing image database file. Please  
wait.] is displayed on the LCD screen.  
To delete images in the external  
media device  
If [Repair Img. DB F.] is displayed on the  
1
2
Select [Play without copying.] in step 2.  
Select [Edit/Copy] [Delete],  
camcorder screen, select  
.
and then follow the instructions that  
appear on the LCD screen to delete  
images.  
Select [Copy.] on the camcorder  
screen.  
2
To save the desired images in the  
camcorder to the external media  
device  
1
2
Select [Play without copying.] in step 2.  
Select [Edit/Copy] [Copy],  
and then follow the instructions that  
Movies and photos that are stored on the  
recording media, and that have not yet  
been saved on to external media device  
can be saved on the connected media  
device at this time.  
This operation is available only when  
there are newly recorded images in your  
camcorder.  
appear on the LCD screen to save images.  
If you want to copy images that have not yet  
been copied, select [Edit/Copy]  
[Direct Copy] while your camcorder is  
connected to the external media device.  
To disconnect the external media device,  
select  
while the camcorder is in the  
playback standby mode (either Event View  
or Event Index is displayed).  
To play back high definition image  
quality (HD) movies on your  
computer  
To play back images in the external  
media device on the camcorder  
On the “PlayMemories Home” software  
(p. 50), select the drive that represents the  
external media device connected, and then  
play movies.  
Select [Play without copying.] in step 2 and  
select the image you want to view.  
You can also view images on a TV connected to  
your camcorder (p. 42).  
When an external media device is connected,  
will appear on the Event View screen.  
Notes  
You cannot use the following devices as an  
external media device.  
media devices with a capacity exceeding 2 TB  
ordinary disc drive such as CD or DVD drive  
media devices connected via a USB hub  
media devices with built-in USB hub  
card reader  
You may not be able to use external media  
devices with a code function.  
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The FAT file system is available for your  
camcorder. If the storage medium of the  
external device was formatted for the NTFS file  
system, etc., format the external media device  
using the camcorder before use. The format  
screen appears when an external media device  
is connected to your camcorder. Make sure that  
important data has not previously been saved  
on the external media device before you format  
it using the camcorder.  
Operation is not assured with every device  
satisfying requirements for operating.  
For details on available external media devices,  
go to the Sony support website in your  
country/region.  
The number of scenes you can save on the  
external media device are as follows. However,  
even if the external media device has free space,  
you cannot save scenes exceeding the following  
number.  
High definition image quality (HD) movies:  
Max. 3,999  
Standard definition image quality (STD)  
movies: Max. 9,999  
Photos: Max. 40,000  
The number of scenes may be smaller  
depending on the type of images recorded.  
If your camcorder does not recognize the  
external media device, try the following  
operations.  
Reconnect the USB Adaptor Cable (sold  
separately) to your camcorder.  
If the external media device has the AC power  
cord (mains lead), connect it to the wall outlet  
(wall socket).  
You cannot copy images from an external media  
device to the internal recording medium on the  
camcorder.  
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Customizing your camcorder  
Using menus  
The camcorder has various menu items  
under each of 6 menu categories.  
Notes  
Select  
to finish setting the menu or to  
return to the previous menu screen.  
Shooting Mode  
Camera/Mic  
To find a menu item quickly  
Image Quality/Size  
Playback Function  
Edit/Copy  
The [Camera/Mic] and [Setup] menus have  
sub-categories. Select the sub-category icon  
so that the LCD screen displays the list of  
menus in the sub-category selected.  
Setup  
Select  
.
1
2
3
Sub-category icons  
When you cannot select a menu item  
Grayed out menu items or settings are not  
available.  
When you select the grayed out menu item,  
your camcorder displays the reason why  
you cannot select the menu item or the  
instruction of under which condition you  
can set the menu item.  
Select a category.  
MENU  
Shooting Mode  
Camera/Mic  
Image Quality/Size  
Playback Function  
Edit/Copy  
Setup  
Select your desired menu item.  
Shooting Mode  
Movie  
STBY  
Photo  
Smth Slw REC  
Golf Shot  
Edit/Copy  
Delete  
Scrolls the  
menu items  
up or down  
Protect  
Copy  
Direct Copy  
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Menu lists  
Shooting Mode  
Movie .......................................... Records movies.  
Photo........................................... Shoots photos.  
Smth Slw REC........................... Records smooth slow-motion movies.  
Golf Shot.................................... Divides 2 seconds of fast movement into frames which are then recorded  
as a movie and photos. Keep the subject in the white frame in the center of  
the screen when recording.  
Camera/Mic  
Manual Settings  
White Balance................. Adjusts the color balance to the brightness of the recording environment.  
Spot Meter/Fcs............... Adjusts the brightness and focus for the selected subject simultaneously.  
Spot Meter....................... Adjusts the brightness of images to a subject you touch on the screen.  
Spot Focus....................... Adjusts the focus on a subject you touch on the screen.  
Exposure........................... Adjusts the brightness of movies and photos. If you select [Manual], adjust  
the brightness (exposure) using  
/
.
Focus.................................. Adjusts the focus manually. If you select [Manual], select  
to adjust  
the focus for a nearby subject and  
subject.  
to adjust the focus for a distant  
IRIS...................................... Sharpens the subject with its background blurred or sharpens the whole  
image.  
Shutter Speed................. Adjusts Shutter Speed. When you shoot a moving subject at a higher  
shutter speed, it appears as if frozen on the image. At a lower shutter  
speed, the subject appears as if it is flowing.  
AGC Limit......................... Sets the maximum level of AGC (Auto Gain Control).  
AE Shift.............................. Adjusts the exposure. Touch  
if the subject is white or the backlight  
is bright, or touch  
if the subject is black or the light is dim.  
White Balance Shift ...... Adjusts the white balance.  
Low Lux............................. Records bright color images in the dim.  
Camera Settings  
3D Depth Adjustment... Adjusts the depth of the image while recording 3D movies.  
Auto 3D Lens Adjust .... Automatically corrects the vertical position of the right and left movies to  
record 3D movies that can be viewed comfortably, without blurring.  
Scene Selection ............. Selects an appropriate recording setting according to the type of scene,  
such as night view or beach.  
Cinematone............. Adjusts the color of the movie to resemble the atmosphere of films when  
recording.  
Fader.......................... Fades scenes in or out.  
Self-Timer................. Sets the self-timer when your camcorder is in photo recording mode.  
Tele Macro........................ Focuses on the subject with its background blurred.  
SteadyShot.............. Sets the SteadyShot function when recording movies. If you change this  
setting, the setting for the Extended Zoom function will also change  
accordingly.  
SteadyShot.............. Sets the SteadyShot function when shooting photos.  
Digital Zoom................... Sets the maximum zoom level of the digital zoom.  
Auto Back Light.............. Adjusts the exposure for backlit subjects automatically.  
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Face  
Face Detection............... Automatically detects faces.  
Smile Shutter.................. Automatically takes a shot whenever a smile is detected.  
Smile Sensitivity ............ Sets the smile detection sensitivity for the Smile Shutter function.  
Flash  
Flash................................... Sets how the flash is activated when shooting photos.  
Flash Level ....................... Sets the brightness of flash.  
Red Eye Reduction........ Prevents redeye when shooting with flash.  
Microphone  
Closer Voice..................... Detects human faces and records the associated voice clearly.  
Blt-in Zoom Mic ............. Records movies with vivid sound appropriate to the zoom position.  
Auto Wind NR................. Recognizes the recording conditions and reduces the wind noise.  
Audio Mode .................... Sets the recording sound format (5.1ch surround/2ch stereo).  
Micref Level..................... Sets the microphone level for recording.  
Shooting Assist  
My Button........................ Assigns functions to My Buttons.  
Guide Frame.................... Displays frames as a guide to make sure the subject is horizontal or  
vertical.  
Display Setting............... Sets the duration that icons or indicators are displayed on the LCD screen.  
Zebra ................................. Displays a zebra pattern as a guide for adjusting brightness.  
Peaking............................. Displays an image on the screen with its outlines enhanced.  
Light Bright ..................... Adjusts the brightness of the video light.  
Audio Level Display...... Displays the audio level meter on the LCD screen while recording.  
Image Quality/Size  
REC Mode .......................... Sets the mode to record movies.  
Frame Rate ........................ Sets the frame rate to record movies.  
/
Setting................. Sets the image quality for recording (high definition image quality (HD)  
or standard definition image quality (STD)).  
Wide Mode........................ Sets the horizontal to vertical ratio when recording movies with standard  
definition image quality (STD).  
x.v.Color.............................. Records a wider range of colors. Set this item when you watch images with  
a TV which is compliant with x.v.Color.  
Image Size......................... Sets the photo size.  
Playback Function  
Event View................................. Starts playing images from the Event View display.  
Map View*................................. Starts playing the images from the Map View display.  
Highlight Movie ...................... Starts playing Highlight Playback scenes or Highlight Scenarios saved with  
standard definition image quality (STD).  
Scenario............................... Starts playing the scenarios that were saved by Highlight Playback.  
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Edit/Copy  
Delete.......................................... Deletes movies or photos.  
Protect ........................................ Protects movies or photos to avoid deleting.  
Direct Copy ............................... Copies images stored in the camcorder to some type of external media  
device.  
Setup  
Media Settings  
Media Info........................ Displays information on the recording media.  
Format............................... Deletes and formats all data on the recording media.  
Repair Img. DB F............. Repairs the image database file on the recording media (p. 62).  
File Number..................... Sets how to assign the file number to photos.  
Playback Settings  
Data Code........................ Displays information that was recorded automatically at the time of  
recording.  
Volume.............................. Adjusts the volume of playback sound (p. 33).  
Download Music ........... Downloads your favorite music files from the computer to your camcorder  
(while the camcorder is connected to the computer) that can be played  
with the Highlight Playback scenes.  
Empty Music ................... Deletes all music files.  
Connection  
TV Type ............................. Converts the signal depending on the TV connected (p. 42).  
HDMI 3D Setting ........... Selects the output format of the right and left images when you connect  
your camcorder to a 3D TV with the HDMI cable.  
HDMI Resolution ........... Selects the output image resolution when connecting your camcorder to a  
TV with the HDMI cable.  
CTRL FOR HDMI ............. Sets whether or not the TVs Remote Commander is to be used when  
the camcorder is connected to a “BRAVIASync compatible TV with the  
HDMI cable.  
USB Connect................... Select this item when no instructions appear on the LCD screen when you  
connect your camcorder to an external device via USB.  
USB Connect Setting ... Sets the connection mode when the camcorder is connected to a computer  
or a USB device.  
USB LUN Setting............ Sets the camcorder to improve the compatibility of a USB connection by  
restricting some USB functions.  
General Settings  
Beep................................... Sets whether the camcorder sounds operation beeps or not.  
LCD Brightness .............. Adjusts the brightness of the LCD screen.  
Your Location*................ Displays the current location on a map.  
GPS Setting*.................... Receives the GPS signal.  
REC Lamp......................... Turns the recording lamp on the front of the camcorder off.  
Remote Ctrl ..................... Sets the Wireless Remote Commander to be used.  
Power On By LCD .......... Sets the power so that it turns on automatically when you open the LCD  
screen.  
Language Setting ......... Sets the display language (p. 22).  
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Battery Info...................... Displays the approximate remaining battery time.  
Power Save...................... Sets the LCD screen and the power so that they turn off automatically.  
Demo Mode.................... Sets playback of the demonstration movie about the functions of the  
camcorder.  
Clock Settings  
Date & Time Setting ..... Sets the date and time.  
Area Setting .................... Adjusts for a time difference without stopping the clock (p. 20).  
Auto Clock ADJ * ........... Adjusts the clock automatically by acquiring the time from the GPS  
system.  
Auto Area ADJ*.............. Corrects time differences automatically by acquiring the current location  
information from the GPS system.  
*
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Others/Index  
Troubleshooting  
If you run into any problems using your  
camcorder, follow the steps below.  
The camcorder gets warm.  
Your camcorder may become warm during  
operation. This is not a malfunction.  
Check the list (p. 60 to 62), and  
inspect your camcorder.  
The power abruptly turns off.  
Use the AC Adaptor (p. 19).  
Disconnect the power source, attach  
the power source again after about 1  
minute, and turn the camcorder on.  
In the default setting, when about 2 minutes  
have elapsed while you do not operate your  
camcorder, the camcorder automatically turns  
off. Change the setting of [Power Save] (p. 59),  
or turn on the power again.  
Press RESET (p. 14) using a pointed  
object, and turn the camcorder  
Charge the battery pack (p. 17).  
Pressing START/STOP or PHOTO does not  
record images.  
on. If you press RESET, all settings,  
including the clock setting, are reset.  
The playback screen is displayed. Press MODE  
to turn on the  
Your camcorder is recording the image you  
have just shot on the recording media. You  
cannot make new recording during this  
period.  
(Movie) or (Photo) lamp  
Contact your Sony dealer or local  
authorized Sony service facility.  
See the “Handycam” User Guide (p. 9) for  
details on the symptoms of your camcorder, and  
“PlayMemories Home Help Guide” (p. 50) on  
connecting your camcorder to a computer.  
The recording media is full. Delete  
unnecessary images (p. 45).  
Total number of movie scenes or photos  
exceeds the recordable capacity of your  
camcorder (p. 63, 64). Delete unnecessary  
images (p. 45).  
The power does not turn on.  
Attach a charged battery pack to the  
camcorder (p. 17).  
The plug of the AC Adaptor has been  
disconnected from the wall outlet (wall  
socket). Connect it to the wall outlet (wall  
socket) (p. 19).  
“PlayMemories Homecannot be installed.  
An Internet connection is required to install  
“PlayMemories Home.”  
Check the computer environment or  
installation procedure required to install  
“PlayMemories Home.”  
The camcorder does not operate even  
when the power is set to on.  
It takes a few seconds for your camcorder to  
be ready to shoot after the power is turned on.  
This is not a malfunction.  
“PlayMemories Homedoes not work  
correctly.  
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 RESET  
(p. 14) using a pointed object. (If you press  
RESET, all settings, including the clock setting,  
are reset.)  
Quit “PlayMemories Home” and restart your  
computer.  
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Self-diagnosis  
display/Warning  
indicators  
If indicators appear 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. In this case, when you  
contact them, give them all the numbers of  
the error code beginning with C or E.  
You may hear a melody when some  
warning indicators appear on the screen.  
The camcorder is not recognized by the  
computer.  
Disconnect devices from the USB jack of the  
computer other than the keyboard, mouse,  
and your camcorder.  
Disconnect the Built-in USB Cable from the  
computer and your camcorder, and restart  
the computer, then connect the computer and  
your camcorder again in the correct order.  
When both the Built-in USB Cable and the  
USB jack of the camcorder are connected  
to the external devices at the same time,  
disconnect one that is not connected to a  
computer.  
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The battery pack is not an “InfoLITHIUM”  
battery pack (V series). Use an  
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (V series)  
Connect the DC plug of the AC Adaptor to the  
DC IN jack of your camcorder securely (p. 17).  
C:06:  
The battery pack temperature is high. Change  
the battery pack or place it in a cool place.  
C:13:/ C:32:  
Remove the power source. Reconnect it and  
operate your camcorder again.  
E::  
Follow the steps from on page 60.  
The battery pack is nearly used up.  
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The battery pack temperature is high. Change  
the battery pack or place it in a cool place.  
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 camcorder steady with  
both hands and record the image. However,  
note that the camera-shake warning indicator  
does not disappear.  
Because the temperature of your camcorder  
has reached a level where HDMI output  
has stopped, no image is displayed on the  
connected monitor, etc. Leave the camcorder  
until the temperature decreases. However, you  
can continue recording on the camcorder.  
The recording medium is full.  
Photos cannot be recorded during processing.  
Wait for a while, then record.  
When [  
Quality  
REC Mode] is set to [Highest  
] or [60p Quality ], you cannot  
No memory card is inserted (p. 24).  
When the indicator flashes, there are not  
enough free spaces for recording images.  
Delete unnecessary images (p. 45), or format  
the memory card after storing the images on  
other media (p. 58).  
capture photos while recording movies.  
Furthermore, if [ Frame Rate] is set to  
[24p], you cannot record photos while the  
camcorder is in movie recording standby  
mode.  
The image data base file may be damaged.  
Check the data base file by selecting  
[Setup] [  
Img. DB F.] the recording medium.  
Media Settings] [Repair  
The distance between your camcorder and the  
subject is too short. Widen the distance (p. 30)  
or set the zoom to W. Or, select [Manual] in  
[3D Depth Adjustment] and adjust the depth  
The memory card is damaged.  
Format the memory card with your camcorder  
Incompatible memory card is inserted (p. 24).  
The memory card is write-protected.  
Access to the memory card was restricted on  
another device.  
There is something wrong with the flash.  
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Recording time of  
movies/number of  
recordable photos  
“HD” stands for high definition image  
quality, and “STD” stands for standard  
definition image quality.  
The recording and playback time will be  
shorter when you use your camcorder in low  
temperatures.  
The recording and playback time will be shorter  
depending on the conditions under which you  
use your camcorder.  
Playing time  
Expected time of recording and  
playback with each battery pack  
Approximate time available when you use a  
fully charged battery pack.  
Recording time  
3D  
Approximate time available when you use a  
fully charged battery pack.  
(unit: minute)  
Battery pack  
NP-FV50 (supplied)  
NP-FV70  
NP-FV100  
110  
235  
470  
3D  
(unit: minute)  
Typical recording  
time  
Continuous  
recording time  
Battery pack  
NP-FV50  
(supplied)  
NP-FV70  
70  
35  
2D  
(unit: minute)  
150  
300  
75  
150  
Battery pack  
NP-FV100  
Image quality  
NP-FV50 (supplied)  
NP-FV70  
HD  
130  
270  
535  
STD  
140  
290  
580  
2D  
(unit: minute)  
Typical recording  
time  
NP-FV100  
Continuous  
recording time  
Battery pack  
Image quality  
NP-FV50  
(supplied)  
NP-FV70  
NP-FV100  
HD STD HD STD  
Expected recording time of  
movies  
105  
110  
50  
55  
220  
440  
235  
470  
110  
220  
115  
235  
High definition image quality (HD)  
(unit: minute)  
Each recording time is measured when the  
camcorder is recording high definition image  
16 GB  
32 GB  
64 GB  
75  
(75)  
75  
(75)  
85  
(85)  
120  
(120)  
150  
(150)  
150  
(150)  
180  
(180)  
245  
(245)  
305  
(305)  
305  
(305)  
360  
(360)  
490  
(490)  
quality (HD) movies with [  
to [Standard ].  
REC Mode] set  
Typical recording time shows the time when  
you repeat recording start/stop, switching the  
MODE lamp, and zooming.  
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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(unit: minute)  
Expected number of recordable  
photos  
16 GB  
32 GB  
64 GB  
210  
(160)  
430  
(325)  
865  
(655)  
20.4M  
370  
(300)  
740  
(610)  
1490  
(1225)  
2 GB  
4 GB  
230  
465  
(5.1ch)*  
380  
770  
1545  
8 GB  
940  
(310)  
(630)  
(1260)  
(2ch)*  
16 GB  
32 GB  
64 GB  
1850  
3800  
7500  
Standard definition image quality (STD)  
(unit: minute)  
16 GB  
32 GB  
64 GB  
When using a Sony memory card.  
The number of recordable photos of memory  
card shown is for the maximum image size  
of your camcorder. The actual number of  
recordable photos is displayed on the LCD  
screen during recording (p. 78).  
220  
(200)  
225  
(210)  
445  
(410)  
460  
(420)  
895  
(825)  
920  
(845)  
(5.1ch)*  
(2ch)*  
The number of recordable photos of memory  
card may vary depending on the recording  
conditions.  
* You can change the recording sound format with  
[Audio Mode] (p. 57).  
When using a Sony memory card.  
You can record movies of a maximum of  
3,999 scenes with 3D, 3,999 scenes with high  
definition image quality (HD), and 9,999 scenes  
with standard definition image quality (STD).  
The maximum continuous recording times of  
movies are as follows.  
Notes  
The unique pixel array of Sony’s ClearVid and  
the image processing system of Sonys BIONZ  
allows still image resolution equivalent to the  
sizes described.  
3D: about 6 hours 30 minutes  
2D: about 13 hours  
On bit-rate and recording pixels  
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.  
The bit-rate, pixels and aspect ratio of each  
recording mode for movies (movie + audio,  
etc.)  
3D movie:  
Max. 28 Mbps 1,920 1,080 pixels/16:9  
High definition image quality (HD):  
PS: Max. 28 Mbps 1,920 1,080 pixels/16:9  
FX: Max. 24 Mbps 1,920 1,080 pixels/16:9  
FH: Approx. 17 Mbps (average) 1,920 1,080  
pixels/16:9  
Notes  
The recordable time may vary depending on  
the recording and subject conditions and [REC  
HQ: Approx. 9 Mbps (average) 1,440 1,080  
pixels/16:9  
Mode] and [  
Frame Rate] (p. 57).  
The number in ( ) is the minimum recordable  
time.  
LP: Approx. 5 Mbps (average) 1,440 1,080  
pixels/16:9  
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Standard definition image quality (STD):  
HQ: Approx. 9 Mbps (average) 720 480  
pixels/16:9, 4:3  
The photo recording pixels and the aspect ratio.  
Photo recording mode, Dual capture:  
6,016×3,384 dots/16:9  
4,512×3,384 dots/4:3  
4,224×2,376 dots/16:9  
2,592×1,944 dots/4:3  
1,920 1,080 dots/16:9  
640 480 dots/4:3  
Capturing a photo from a movie:  
1,920 1,080 dots/16:9  
640 360 dots/16:9  
640 480 dots/4:3  
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About handling of  
your camcorder  
Near strong radio waves or radiation. The  
camcorder may not be able to record properly.  
Near tuner devices such as TVs or radio.  
Noise may occur.  
On use and care  
On a sandy beach or anywhere dusty. If  
sand or dust gets in your camcorder, it may  
malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction  
cannot be repaired.  
The camcorder is not dustproofed, dripproofed  
or waterproofed.  
Do not hold the camcorder by the following  
parts.  
Near windows or outdoors, where the LCD  
screen, or the lens may be exposed to direct  
sunlight. This damages the LCD screen.  
Operate your camcorder on DC 6.8 V/7.2 V  
(battery pack) or DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor).  
For DC or AC operation, use 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.  
Keep the LCD screen closed when you are not  
using your camcorder.  
Shoe cover  
Built-in USB Cable  
Battery pack  
Jack cover  
LCD Screen  
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.  
Do not damage the power cord (mains lead)  
such as by placing anything heavy on it.  
Do not use a deformed or damaged battery  
pack.  
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.  
Use the camcorder in accordance with local  
regulations.  
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.  
Keep metal contacts clean.  
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.  
Near strong magnetic fields or mechanical  
vibration. The camcorder may malfunction.  
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When not using your camcorder for a  
long time  
Moisture condensation  
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.  
If moisture condensation has occurred  
Leave your camcorder for about 1 hour without  
turning it on.  
To keep your camcorder in optimum state for a  
long time, turn it on and let it run by recording  
and playing back images about once a month.  
Use up the battery pack completely before  
storing it.  
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.  
Note on the camcorder/battery pack  
temperature  
When the temperature of the camcorder  
or battery pack 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, an  
indicator appears on the LCD screen.  
You use your camcorder after a squall or a  
rain.  
You use your camcorder in a hot and humid  
place.  
Notes on charging through the USB  
cable  
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).  
Operation with all computers is not assured.  
If you connect the camcorder to a laptop  
computer that is not connected to a power  
source, the battery of the laptop computer will  
continue to use up its charge. Do not leave the  
camcorder connected to a computer in this  
manner.  
Charging with a personally assembled  
computer, with a converted computer, or  
through a USB hub are not guaranteed.  
The camcorder may not function correctly,  
depending on the USB device which is used  
with the computer.  
When the camcorder is connected to  
a computer or accessories  
Do not try to format the recording media of the  
camcorder using a computer. If you do so, your  
camcorder may not operate correctly.  
When connecting the camcorder to another  
device with communication cables, 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 the camcorder.  
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When the camcorder is connected to other  
devices through a USB connection and the  
power of the camcorder is turned on, do not  
close the LCD panel. The image data that has  
been recorded may be lost.  
On Wireless Remote Commander  
Remove the insulation sheet before using the  
Wireless Remote Commander.  
Insulation sheet  
Notes on optional accessories  
We recommend that you use genuine Sony  
accessories.  
Genuine Sony accessories may not be available  
in some countries/regions.  
Point the Wireless Remote Commander  
towards the remote sensor to operate your  
camcorder (p. 13).  
When no commands have been sent from the  
Wireless Remote Commander within a certain  
period, the light blue frame disappears. When  
you press any of ///, or ENTER again,  
the frame appears at the position where it was  
displayed last.  
Active Interface Shoe  
The Active Interface Shoe supplies power to  
accessories such as a video light, a flash, or a  
microphone (sold separately). The accessory  
can be turned on or off as you open or close  
the LCD screen of your camcorder. Refer to  
the operating instructions supplied with your  
accessory for details.  
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.  
You cannot select some buttons on the LCD  
screen using ///.  
To change the battery of the Wireless Remote  
Commander  
While pressing on the tab, inset your fingernail  
into the slit to pull out the battery case.  
Place a new battery with the + side facing up.  
Insert the battery case back into the Wireless  
Remote Commander until it clicks.  
When you are recording movies with an  
external flash (sold separately) 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 (sold  
separately) and the built-in flash at the same  
time.  
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WARNING  
Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not  
recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.  
When an external microphone (sold separately)  
is connected, it takes precedence over the built-  
in microphone.  
When the lithium battery becomes weak, the  
operating distance of the Wireless Remote  
Commander may shorten, or the Wireless  
Remote Commander may not function  
properly. In this case, replace the battery with  
a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Use of another  
battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.  
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On handling the LCD screen  
To clean the flash  
If you leave fingerprints, hand cream, etc. on  
the LCD screen, the coating of the LCD screen  
will come off easily. Wipe those off as soon as  
possible.  
If fingerprints or dust make the flash dirty, it  
is recommended that you use a soft cloth to  
clean it.  
If you wipe the LCD screen strongly with a  
tissue, etc., the coating of the LCD screen may  
be scratched.  
If the LCD screen becomes dirty with  
fingerprints or dust, it is recommended that you  
gently remove those from the screen then clean  
it with a soft cloth, etc.  
About care and storage of the lens  
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  
It is recommended that you use [Auto 3D Lens  
Adjust] (p. 56) after wiping the lens.  
Store in a well-ventilated location subject to  
little dirt or dust.  
LCD screen  
Do not apply excessive pressure on the LCD  
screen, as it may cause uneven color and other  
damage.  
If your camcorder is used in a cold place, a  
residual image may appear on the LCD screen.  
This is not a malfunction.  
To prevent mold, periodically clean the lens as  
described above.  
While using your camcorder, the back of  
the LCD screen may heat up. This is not a  
malfunction.  
On charging the pre-installed  
rechargeable battery  
Your camcorder has a pre-installed  
rechargeable battery to retain the date,  
time, and other settings even when the  
LCD screen is closed. 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.  
On handling the casing  
If the casing is soiled, clean the camcorder body  
with a soft cloth lightly moistened with water,  
and then wipe the casing with a dry soft cloth.  
Avoid the following 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  
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.  
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How to charge the pre-installed  
rechargeable battery  
Connect your camcorder to a wall outlet  
(wall socket) using the supplied AC  
Adaptor, and leave it with the LCD screen  
closed for more than 24 hours.  
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Specifications  
Minimum illumination:  
6 lx (lux) (in default setting, shutter speed  
1/60 second)  
System  
Signal format: NTSC color, EIA standards  
HDTV 1080/60i, 1080/60p specification  
3 lx (lux) ([Low Lux] is set to [On], shutter  
speed 1/30 second)  
Movie recording format:  
HD:  
1
*
The unique pixel array of Sony’s ClearVid and  
the image processing system (BIONZ) allow  
still image resolution equivalent to the sizes  
described.  
3D: MPEG-4 MVC/H.264 AVCHD format  
Ver.2.0 compatible  
2D: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 AVCHD format  
Ver.2.0 compatible  
2
3
*
*
[
[
SteadyShot] is set to [Standard] or [Off].  
SteadyShot] is set to [Active].  
STD: MPEG2-PS  
Audio recording system:  
Dolby Digital 2ch/5.1ch  
Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator  
Input/Output connectors  
A/V Remote Connector: Video and audio output  
jack  
Photo file format:  
DCF Ver.2.0 Compatible  
Exif Ver.2.3 Compatible  
MPF Baseline Compatible  
HDMI OUT jack: HDMI mini connector  
USB jack: mini-AB/Type A (Built-in USB)  
Headphone jack: Stereo minijack (3.5 mm)  
MIC input jack: Stereo minijack (3.5 mm)  
Recording media (Movie/Photo):  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media  
SD card (Class 4 or faster)  
LCD screen  
Picture: 8.8 cm (3.5 type, aspect ratio 16:9)  
Total number of pixels: 1 229 760 (2 562 480)  
Image device:  
4.6 mm (1/3.91 type) CMOS sensor  
Recording pixels (photo):  
Max. 20 400 000 pixels*1 (6 016 3 384)  
(16:9)  
General  
Power requirements: DC 6.8 V/7.2 V (battery  
Gross: Approx. 5 430 000 pixels  
Effective (movie, 16:9)*2:  
3D: Approx. 3 980 000 pixels  
2D: Approx. 5 020 000 pixels  
Effective (photo, 16:9):  
Approx. 5 020 000 pixels  
Effective (photo, 4:3):  
Approx. 3 760 000 pixels  
pack) DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor)  
USB Charging: DC 5 V 500 mA/1.5 A  
Average power consumption:  
During camera recording using LCD screen  
at normal brightness:  
HD: 3D: 5.1 W, 2D: 3.5 W  
STD: 3.3 W  
Operating temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to  
Lens: G lens  
104 °F)  
3D: 10 (Optical), 12 (Extended Zoom)  
2D: 10 (Optical)*2, 17 (Extended  
Zoom)*3, 120 (Digital)  
F 1.8 - F 3.4  
Storage temperature: ‒20 °C to +60 °C (‒4 °F to  
+140 °F)  
Dimensions (approx.):  
71.5 mm 63.5 mm 131 mm (2 7/8 in.   
2 1/2 in. 5 1/4 in.) (w/h/d) including the  
projecting parts  
f=3.2 mm - 32.0 mm (5/32 in. - 1 5/16 in.)  
When converted to a 35 mm still camera  
Movie*2:  
71.5 mm 63.5 mm 131 mm (2 7/8 in.  
2 1/2 in. 5 1/4 in.) (w/h/d) including  
the projecting parts, and the supplied  
rechargeable battery pack attached  
3D: 33.4 mm - 400.8 mm (1 3/8 in. -  
15 7/8 in.) (16:9)  
2D: 29.8 mm - 298.0 mm (1 3/16 in. -  
11 3/4 in.) (16:9)  
Photo:  
29.8 mm - 298.0 mm (1 3/16 in. - 11 3/4 in.)  
(16:9)  
Color temperature: [Auto], [One Push], [Indoor],  
[Outdoor]  
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Mass (approx.)  
HDR-TD30V:  
460 g (1 lb) main unit only  
510 g (1 lb 1 oz) including the supplied  
rechargeable battery pack  
HDR-TD30:  
450 g (15 oz) main unit only  
500 g (1 lb 1 oz) including the supplied  
rechargeable battery pack  
AC Adaptor AC-L200C/AC-L200D  
Power requirements: AC 100 V - 240 V,  
50 Hz/60 Hz  
Current consumption: 0.35 A - 0.18 A  
Power consumption: 18 W  
Output voltage: DC 8.4 V*  
Operating temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to  
104 °F)  
Storage temperature: ‒20 °C to +60 °C (‒4 °F to  
+140 °F)  
Dimensions (approx.): 48 mm 29 mm   
81 mm (1 15/16 in. 1 3/16 in. 3 1/4 in.)  
(w/h/d) excluding the projecting parts  
Mass (approx.): 150 g (5.3 oz) excluding the  
power cord (mains lead)  
*
See the label on the AC Adaptor for other  
specifications.  
Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV50  
Maximum output voltage: DC 8.4 V  
Output voltage: DC 6.8 V  
Maximum charge voltage: DC 8.4 V  
Maximum charge current: 2.1 A  
Capacity  
Typical: 7.0 Wh (1 030 mAh)  
Minimum: 6.6 Wh (980 mAh)  
Type: Li-ion  
Design and specifications of your camcorder and  
accessories are subject to change without notice.  
Manufactured under license from Dolby  
Laboratories.  
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MultiMediaCard Association.  
On trademarks  
“Handycam” and  
are  
Facebook and the “flogo are trademarks or  
registered trademarks of Facebook, Inc.  
YouTube and the YouTube logo are trademarks  
or registered trademarks of Google Inc.  
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 manual.  
registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.  
AVCHD,AVCHD 3D/Progressive,AVCHD”  
logotype and AVCHD 3D/Progressive”  
logotype are trademarks of Panasonic  
Corporation and Sony Corporation.  
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,” “Memory Stick Duo,”  
,” “Memory Stick PRO Duo,”  
,” “Memory Stick PRO-  
,” “Memory  
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Stick XC-HG Duo,” “  
“MagicGate,” “  
,”  
,” “MagicGate  
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Duo” are trademarks or registered trademarks of  
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Blu-ray Discand Blu-rayare trademarks  
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Screen indicators  
Japan  
The following indicators appear when you  
change the settings. See page 28 and 36  
also for the indicators that appear during  
recording or playing.  
Center  
Left  
Right  
Jordan  
Royal Jordanian Geographic Centre  
Mexico  
Bottom  
Fuente: INEGI (Instituto Nacional de Estadística y  
Geografía.)  
Left  
Indicator  
Norway  
Copyright 2000; Norwegian Mapping Authority  
Meaning  
MENU button (55)  
Portugal  
Self-timer recording (56)  
GPS triangulating status  
Source: IgeoE – Portugal  
Spain  
Video light  
Información geográfica propiedad del CNIG  
Wide Mode (57)  
Sweden  
[Face Detection] set to  
Based upon electronic data National Land Survey  
Sweden.  
[Smile Shutter] set to [Off]  
Switzerland  
Manual focus (56)  
Topografische Grundlage: Bundesamt für  
Landestopographie.  
Scene Selection (56)  
United States  
White Balance (56)  
SteadyShot off (56)  
White Balance Shift (56)  
Tele Macro (56)  
x.v.Color (57)  
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The following trademarks and registrations are owned  
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and ZIP+4.  
Peaking (57)  
Cinematone (56)  
Destination (59)  
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Intelligent Auto (face  
detection/scene detection/  
camera-shake detection/  
sound detection) (40)  
3D Depth Adjustment  
Audio Mode (57)  
AE Shift (56)  
Shutter Speed (56)  
EV  
Spot Meter/Fcs (56)/Spot  
Intelligent Auto (40)  
Data file name  
Protect (58)  
Flash (57)/Flash Level  
(57)/ Red Eye Reduction  
Center  
Indicator  
Meaning  
Slideshow Set  
Warning (61)  
101-0005  
Playback mode (33)  
Indicators and their positions are approximate  
and may differ from what you actually see.  
Some indicators may not appear, depending on  
your camcorder model.  
Right  
Indicator  
Meaning  
Recording image quality  
(HD/STD), frame rate  
(60p/60i/24p) and  
recording mode (PS/FX/  
Remaining battery  
Recording/playback/  
editing media (24)  
Counter (hour:minute:  
second)  
Estimated recording  
remaining time  
60i  
60min  
0:00:00  
00Min  
20.4M  
9999  
Approximate number of  
recordable photos  
Playback folder  
100/112  
Current playing movie or  
photo/Number of total  
recorded movies or photos  
Connection to the external  
media device (53)  
2D/3D recording or  
playback  
Bottom  
Indicator  
Meaning  
Micref Level low (57)  
[Auto Wind NR] set to  
[Closer Voice] set to [Off]  
Blt-in Zoom Mic (57)  
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Index  
Symbols  
F
P
2D movies....................................26  
3D Depth Adjustment................37  
3D movies....................................26  
5.1ch surround sound................43  
Face Priority................................39  
FH.................................................38  
Full charge ...................................18  
FX .................................................38  
Photo Capture.............................46  
Photos ..........................................27  
Playback.......................................32  
PlayMemories Home..... 16, 47, 48  
PlayMemories Home Help  
Guide......................................16, 50  
A
G
Active Interface Shoe ...........13, 68  
Auto 3D Lens Adjust..................22  
Auto Wind NR............................41  
AVCHD recording disc..........9, 39  
A/V connecting cable.................42  
GPS...............................................41  
Grip belt.......................................15  
Power on......................................20  
PS..................................................38  
H
R
“Handycam” User Guide .............9  
HDMI Cable................................42  
Highlight Movie..........................57  
HQ................................................38  
REC Mode ...................................38  
Recording ....................................26  
Recording and playback time ...63  
Recording media.........................24  
Recording time of movies..........63  
Repair...........................................60  
RESET..........................................14  
B
Battery pack.................................17  
Beep..............................................23  
Built-in USB Cable.....................18  
I
Image Size....................................57  
Install............................................48  
Intelligent Auto...........................40  
IRIS...............................................56  
C
Care ..............................................66  
Charging the battery pack.........17  
Charging the battery pack using  
your computer.............................18  
Closer Voice ................................57  
Computer.....................................48  
Connection..................................42  
S
Saving images on an external  
media device................................52  
L
Screen indicators ..................28, 77  
SD card.........................................24  
Self-diagnosis display.................61  
Setting the date and time...........20  
Shutter Speed ..............................56  
Smile Shutter...............................40  
Specifications ..............................71  
Starting PlayMemories Home...50  
SteadyShot ...................................56  
Summer Time .............................20  
Supplied Items.............................16  
Language........................................8  
LCD screen..................................28  
LP..................................................38  
M
D
Map View.....................................35  
Memory card...............................24  
“Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo”  
media............................................24  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media  
(Mark2)........................................24  
“Memory Stick XC-HG Duo”  
media............................................24  
Menu lists ....................................56  
Menus...........................................55  
Moisture condensation ..............67  
Movies..........................................26  
Data Code....................................23  
Date/Time....................................23  
Delete ...........................................45  
Direct Copy.................................53  
Disc recorder...............................51  
Display items on the LCD  
screen ...........................................28  
Divide...........................................45  
Dual Capture...............................26  
T
Thumbnails .................................34  
Touch panel.................................28  
Tracking focus.............................40  
Tripod...........................................14  
Troubleshooting..........................60  
TV.................................................42  
E
Editing..........................................45  
Empty Music ...............................58  
Event View...................................32  
External media device................52  
N
Notes on handling of your  
camcorder....................................66  
Number of recordable photos...64  
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U
USB...............................................18  
USB Adaptor Cable ....................52  
USB Connect...............................58  
USB connection support  
cable..............................................16  
V
VBR ..............................................64  
W
Wall outlet (wall socket)............19  
Warning indicators.....................61  
Wind noise ..................................57  
Windows......................................48  
Wireless Remote  
Commander..........................15, 68  
Y
Your Location..............................58  
Z
Zoom............................................30  
You will find the menu lists  
U0S  
Additional information on this product and  
answers to frequently asked questions can be  
found at our Customer Support Website.  
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