Sony HDR TG1 User Manual

• If you close the LCD panel when your  
camcorder is connected to other devices  
with the USB cable, the recorded images  
may be lost.  
• When connecting your camcorder to  
another device with a cable, be sure to  
insert the connector plug in the correct  
way. Pushing the plug forcibly into the  
terminal will damage the terminal and  
may result in a malfunction of your  
camcorder.  
• Exposing the LCD screen or the lens to  
direct sunlight for long periods of time  
may cause malfunctions.  
• Do not aim at the sun. Doing so might  
cause your camcorder to malfunction.  
Take images of the sun only in low light  
conditions, such as at dusk.  
About changing the language setting  
• The on-screen displays in each local  
language are used for illustrating the  
operating procedures. Change the screen  
language before using your camcorder if  
necessary (p. 20).  
• Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the  
Handycam Station holding both the  
Handycam Station and the DC plug.  
• Be sure to turn off your camcorder when  
you insert the camcorder into the  
Handycam Station or remove the  
camcorder from it.  
On recording  
• Before starting to record, test the  
recording function to make sure the image  
and sound are recorded without any  
problems.  
• Compensation for the contents of  
recordings cannot be provided, even if  
recording or playback is not possible due  
to a malfunction of the camcorder, storage  
media, etc.  
• TV color systems differ depending on the  
country/region. To view your recordings  
on a TV, you need 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.  
About menu items, LCD panel and  
lens  
• A menu item that is grayed out is not  
available under the current recording or  
playback conditions.  
• 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.  
If you cannot record/play back  
images, perform [MEDIA FORMAT]  
Black point  
• If you repeat recording/deleting images  
for a long time, fragmentation of data  
occurs on the media. Images cannot be  
saved or recorded. In such a case, save  
your images on some type of external  
media first, and then perform [MEDIA  
Fragmentation 1 Glossary (p. 105)  
White, red, blue or  
green point  
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On playing back recorded images on  
other devices  
• Your camcorder is compatible with  
MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 High Profile for  
HD (high definition) image quality  
recording. Therefore, you cannot play  
back images recorded with HD (high  
definition) image quality on your  
camcorder with the following devices;  
– Other AVCHD format compatible  
devices which are not compatible with  
High Profile  
– Devices which are not compatible with  
the AVCHD format  
Save all your recorded image data  
• To prevent your image data from being  
lost, save all your recorded images on  
external media. It is recommended that  
you save the image data on a disc such as  
DVD-R using your computer, etc. (p. 44).  
Also, you can save your image data using  
a VCR, or a DVD/HDD recorder (p. 52).  
• It is recommended that you save your  
image data periodically, after recording.  
About this Handbook  
• The images of the LCD screen used in this  
Handbook for illustration purposes are  
captured using a digital still camera, and  
therefore may appear different.  
• Design and specifications of your  
camcorder and accessories are subject to  
change without notice.  
About the Carl Zeiss lens  
Your camcorder is equipped with a Carl  
Zeiss lens, which was developed jointly by  
Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony  
Corporation, and produces superior images.  
It adopts the MTF measurement system for  
video cameras and offers a quality typical  
of a Carl Zeiss lens.  
MTF= Modulation Transfer Function. The  
number value indicates the amount of light  
from a subject coming into the lens.  
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Table of Contents  
Searching for desired scene by face  
Searching for desired images by date  
Playing back a series of still images  
Read this before operating your  
HOME” and “  
OPTION”  
menus .......................................11  
Capturing a still image from a movie  
Step 2: Charging the battery pack  
Step 3: Turning the power on and  
Step 4: Setting the date and time  
Printing recorded images  
Step 5: Inserting a “Memory Stick  
(MANAGE MEDIA) category  
Recording and playback with ease  
Checking the “Memory Stick PRO  
Repairing the image database file  
Recording sound with more presence  
Starting shooting quickly  
Recording high quality still images  
(Dual Rec) ..................................... 29  
Recording the fast action in slow-  
What you can do with the  
HOME MENU .......................60  
List of the  
(SETTINGS) category  
Searching for desired scene by  
5
Indicators displayed during recording/  
(Items to adjust the sound and the  
(Items for when connecting other  
Activating functions using the  
Recording items on the OPTION  
Viewing items on the OPTION MENU  
Functions set in the  
OPTION  
Warning indicators and messages  
Files/folder structure on the “Memory  
About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack  
About handling of your camcorder  
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Subject examples and solutions  
Checking your golf  
swing  
Getting a good  
shot of a ski slope  
or beach  
BSMTH SLW REC........................30  
BBEACH.......................................76  
BSNOW .......................................76  
Capturing still  
images during  
movie recording  
A child on the  
stage under a spot  
light  
BDual Rec....................................29  
BSPOTLIGHT...............................76  
Flowers in close-  
up  
Fireworks with all  
its splendor  
BPORTRAIT .................................76  
BFOCUS.......................................74  
BFIREWORKS..............................75  
BFOCUS.......................................74  
BTELE MACRO.............................74  
Focusing on the  
dog on the left  
A sleeping child  
under dim light  
side of the screen  
BFOCUS.......................................74  
BSPOT FOCUS.............................74  
BCOLOR SLOW SHTR.................77  
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Enjoying Your Camcorder  
Operation flow  
BGet ready (p. 14).  
• On the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” you can use with your camcorder, see page 2.  
• Your camcorder turns on when you open the LCD panel (p. 18).  
BRecord using your camcorder (p. 26).  
x Recording with HD (high definition) image quality  
• Your camcorder is compatible with AVCHD format “1920 × 1080/60i”  
(p. 92), which provides highly-detailed, beautiful images.  
x Using QUICK ON by opening/closing the LCD panel (p. 29)  
• When you close the LCD panel during standby/recording, your  
camcorder goes to sleep mode (power saving mode). You can start  
recording quickly when you open the LCD panel again.  
b Notes  
• The default setting is [HD SP] which is AVCHD format “1440 × 1080/60i” (p. 62).  
• You can also record with SD (standard definition) image quality (p. 57).  
• “AVCHD 1080i format” is abbreviated as “AVCHD” in this manual, except when it must be  
described in more detail.  
BPlay back the images using your camcorder.  
x Viewing on the LCD screen of your camcorder (p. 31)  
x Viewing on a high definition TV (p. 39)  
You can enjoy highly-detailed, brilliant quality HD (high  
definition) movies.  
z Tips  
• You can consult the [TV CONNECT Guide] (p. 38) displayed on the screen on connecting your TV  
and camcorder.  
• You can play back the images on a SD (standard definition) image quality TV.  
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BPlay back the images from the Memory Stick slot of  
AVCHD format compatible devices.  
You can play images saved on a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”  
inserted into the Memory Stick slot of AVCHD format  
compatible devices, such as a PLAYSTATION®3*1 or  
VAIO*2.  
*1 The PLAYSTATION®3 may not be available in some countries/  
regions.  
*2 The operation has been confirmed on the VAIO put on the market after January, 2006 that satisfy  
the recommended operating requirements of the supplied software (Picture Motion Browser).  
• Always maintain your PLAYSTATION®3 to use the latest version of the PLAYSTATION®3  
system software.  
• You may not be able to play images directly from the Memory Stick slot, depending on the  
AVCHD format compatible device.  
BSave recorded images.  
x Dubbing to other devices (p. 52)  
The dubbing image quality (HD (high definition)/SD (standard  
definition)) varies depending on the connected device. For  
details, see page 52.  
x Editing on a computer (p. 44)  
You can import images with HD (high definition) image quality  
to a computer, or save images on a disc. Refer to “PMB Guide.”  
BDelete images.  
If the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” is full, you cannot record new  
images. Delete image data that has been saved on a computer or  
a disc from the “Memory Stick PRO Duo.” If you delete images  
that have been saved elsewhere, you can record new images on  
newly freed up space of the “Memory Stick PRO Duo.”  
x Deleting the selected images (p. 46)  
x Deleting all the images ([MEDIA FORMAT], p. 58)  
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Expected recording time of movies  
The recording time depends on the capacity of “Memory Stick PRO Duo” and recording mode  
(p. 62).  
Approximate recordable time in minutes (Minimum recordable time in minutes)  
“Memory Stick PRO  
Duo” capacity  
1GB  
2GB  
4GB  
8GB  
16GB  
HD (high definition) image quality AVCHD format  
AVC HD 16M (FH)  
(highest quality)*  
6 (6)  
10 (10)  
25 (20)  
30 (20)  
40 (35)  
25 (25)  
55 (40)  
65 (45)  
85 (70)  
55 (55)  
115 (80)  
140 (100)  
180 (145)  
110 (110)  
230 (160)  
280 (200)  
355 (290)  
AVC HD 9M (HQ)  
(high quality)**  
10 (9)  
AVC HD 7M (SP)  
(standard quality)**  
15 (10)  
20 (15)  
AVC HD 5M (LP)  
(long play)**  
*
Movies are recorded with AVCHD 1920 × 1080/60i format.  
** Movies are recorded with AVCHD 1440 × 1080/60i format.  
“Memory Stick PRO  
Duo” capacity  
1GB  
2GB  
4GB  
8GB  
16GB  
SD (standard definition) image quality MPEG2 format  
SD 9M (HQ)  
(high quality)  
10 (10)  
20 (10)  
35 (25)  
25 (25)  
40 (25)  
80 (50)  
55 (50)  
80 (50)  
115 (100)  
170 (100)  
325 (215)  
230 (205)  
340 (205)  
655 (435)  
SD 6M (SP)  
(standard quality)  
SD 3M (LP)  
(long play)  
160 (105)  
• When using a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” made by Sony Corporation.  
z Tips  
• Figures such as 16M in the table show the average bit rate. M stands for Mbps.  
• For the recordable number of still images, see page 66.  
• You can record movies of a maximum of 3,999 scenes with HD (high definition) image quality, and 9,999  
scenes with SD (standard definition) image quality.  
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 “Memory Stick PRO Duo.”  
Movies containing quickly moving and complex images are recorded at a higher bit rate, and this reduces  
the overall recording time.  
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“ HOME” and “ OPTION”  
- Taking advantage of two types of menus  
HOME MENU” - the starting point for operations with your  
camcorder  
(HELP)  
Displays a description of the item (p. 12)  
Category  
BCategories and items of the HOME MENU  
(CAMERA) category  
Item  
Page  
TV CONNECT Guide*  
Item  
Page  
MOVIE*  
(MANAGE MEDIA) category  
PHOTO*  
Item  
Page  
SMTH SLW REC  
/
SET*  
(VIEW IMAGES) category  
MEDIA INFO  
MEDIA FORMAT*  
REPAIR IMG.DB F.  
Item  
Page  
VISUAL INDEX*  
INDEX*  
(SETTINGS) category*  
INDEX*  
To customize your camcorder (p. 60).  
PLAYLIST  
*
You can also set these items during Easy  
Handycam operation (p. 22). For the items  
(OTHERS) category  
available in the  
(SETTINGS) category, see  
Item  
Page  
DELETE*  
PHOTO CAPTURE  
EDIT  
PLAYLIST EDIT  
PRINT  
USB CONNECT  
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Using the HOME MENU  
4
5
Touch the desired item.  
Example: [EDIT]  
1
Open the LCD panel to turn on  
your camcorder.  
Follow the guide on the screen for  
further operation.  
To hide the HOME MENU screen  
Touch  
.
2
3
Touch  
(HOME).  
BWhen you want to know something  
about the function of each item on  
the HOME MENU - HELP  
1
Touch  
(HOME).  
The HOME MENU appears.  
(HOME)  
Touch the desired category.  
Example: (OTHERS) category  
2
Touch  
(HELP).  
The bottom of the  
orange.  
(HELP) turns  
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3
Touch the item you want to learn  
more about.  
When you touch an item, its explanation  
appears on the screen.  
To apply the option, touch [YES],  
otherwise, touch [NO].  
To deactivate the HELP  
Touch  
(HELP) again in step 2.  
Using the OPTION MENU  
Just a touch on the screen during shooting  
or playback displays the functions available  
at that moment. You will find it easy to  
make various settings. See page 72 for  
further details.  
(OPTION)  
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GSetttiengpSta1rte:d Checking supplied items  
USB cable (long) (1)/  
USB cable (short) (1) (p. 53, 55)  
Make sure that you have the following  
items supplied with your camcorder.  
The number in the parentheses indicates the  
number of that item supplied.  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” 4 GB (1) (p. 21)  
Dedicated USB Terminal Adaptor (1)/  
USB adaptor cap (1) (p. 101)  
The Dedicated USB Terminal Adaptor and the  
USB adaptor cap are attached to the USB cable  
(short) beforehand.  
Power cord (Mains lead) (1) (p. 15)  
Handycam Station (1) (p. 15, 102)  
Rechargeable battery pack (1) (p. 15, 93)  
NP-FH50  
Wrist strap (1) (p. 101)  
CD-ROM “Handycam Application  
Software” (1)  
– Picture Motion Browser (Software)  
– PMB Guide  
– Handycam Handbook (This Handbook)  
Component A/V cable (1) (p. 39)  
“Operating Guide” (1)  
A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 39, 52)  
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Step 2: Charging the battery pack  
POWER button  
QUICK ON lamp  
/CHG (charge) lamp  
Battery pack  
Power cord  
(Mains lead)  
DC IN jack  
AC Adaptor  
DC plug  
To the wall outlet  
(wall socket)  
You can charge the “InfoLITHIUM”  
battery pack NP-FH50 (p. 93) after  
attaching it to your camcorder.  
4
5
Insert the battery.  
1 Open the battery/Memory Stick Duo  
cover.  
2 Insert the battery pack all the way in  
until it clicks.  
3 Close the battery/Memory Stick Duo  
cover.  
b Notes  
• You cannot attach any “InfoLITHIUM” battery  
pack other than NP-FH50 to your camcorder.  
1
Connect the AC Adaptor to the  
DC IN jack on the Handycam  
Station.  
Place the camcorder on the  
Handycam Station as shown  
above, and insert it into the  
Handycam Station securely, all  
the way to the bottom.  
Be sure that the v mark on the DC plug  
is facing up.  
The /CHG (charge) lamp lights up and  
charging starts. When the /CHG  
(charge) lamp turns off, the battery is  
fully charged.  
2
3
Connect the power cord (mains  
lead) to the AC Adaptor and the  
wall outlet (wall socket).  
Make sure that the LCD panel is  
closed.  
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b Notes  
• You cannot charge the battery pack while the  
QUICK ON lamp is flashing. When the QUICK  
ON lamp is flashing, press POWER to turn off  
your camcorder. Make sure the QUICK ON  
lamp is not flashing before charging the battery  
pack.  
• When inserting the camcorder into the  
Handycam Station, close the DC IN jack cover.  
• Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN  
jack holding both the Handycam Station and the  
DC plug.  
DC IN jack  
Open the jack  
cover  
DC plug  
With the v mark  
on the bottom  
To remove your camcorder from the  
Handycam Station  
Close the LCD panel, then remove the  
camcorder from the Handycam Station  
holding both your camcorder and the  
Handycam Station.  
b Notes  
• Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN  
jack holding both the camcorder and the DC  
plug.  
To remove the battery pack  
Turn off your camcorder and open the  
battery/Memory Stick Duo cover.  
Slide the battery eject lever.  
Be sure not to drop the battery pack.  
To charge the battery pack using only  
the AC Adaptor  
Close the LCD panel with your camcorder  
turns off, then connect the AC Adaptor to  
the DC IN jack on your camcorder.  
Battery eject lever  
b Notes  
• When you remove the battery pack or  
disconnect the AC Adaptor, make sure that the  
(Movie) lamp/  
(Still) lamp (p. 19)/  
access lamp (p. 21)/QUICK ON lamp are turned  
off.  
• When you store the battery pack, fully discharge  
the battery before storing it for an extended  
period (see page 94 for the details of storage).  
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To use a power source from a wall  
outlet (wall socket)  
Available running time for the battery  
pack  
Make the same connections as you do when  
charging the battery pack. The battery pack  
will not lose its charge in this case.  
Charging time:  
Approximate time (min.) required when  
you fully charge a completely exhausted  
battery pack.  
To check the remaining battery  
(Battery Info)  
After opening the LCD panel, press  
POWER to turn off your camcorder, then  
press DISP/BATT INFO.  
Recording/Playback time:  
Approximate time (min.) available when  
you use a fully charged battery pack.  
“HD” stands for high definition image  
quality, and “SD” stands for standard image  
quality.  
(Unit: min.)  
HD  
SD  
Charging time  
135  
Recording time*1*2  
Continuous  
recording time  
95  
120  
Typical recording  
45  
60  
time*3  
Playback time*2  
130  
145  
*1 [REC MODE]: SP  
*2 When the LCD backlight is on.  
After a while, the approximate recordable  
time and battery information appear for  
about 7 seconds. You can view the battery  
information for up to 20 seconds by  
pressing DISP/BATT INFO again while the  
information is displayed.  
*3 Typical recording time shows the time when  
you repeat recording start/stop, turning the  
power on/off and zooming.  
On the battery pack  
• When you remove the battery pack, turn off  
your camcorder, and turn off the  
(Movie)  
Remaining battery (approx.)  
lamp/  
(Still) lamp (p. 19)/access lamp  
(p. 21)/QUICK ON lamp.  
• The /CHG (charge) lamp flashes during  
charging, or Battery Info (p. 17) will not be  
correctly displayed under the following  
conditions:  
– The battery pack is not inserted correctly.  
– The battery pack is damaged.  
Recording capacity (approx.)  
– The battery pack is worn-out (For Battery  
Info only).  
• The power will not be supplied from the battery  
as long as the AC Adaptor is connected to the  
DC IN jack of your camcorder or the Handycam  
Station, even when the power cord (mains lead)  
is disconnected from the wall outlet (wall  
socket).  
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Step 3: Turning the  
power on and  
adjusting the LCD  
panel  
On the charging/recording/playback time  
• Times measured when using the camcorder at  
25 °C (77 °F) (10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F) is  
recommended).  
• The recording and playback time will be shorter  
when you use your camcorder in low  
temperatures.  
Your camcorder turns on when you open  
the LCD panel.  
• The recording and playback time will be shorter  
depending on the conditions under which you  
use your camcorder.  
On the AC Adaptor  
• 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.  
90 degrees  
to the  
camcorder  
• Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow  
space, such as between a wall and furniture.  
270degrees  
(max.)  
• Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC  
Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic  
objects. This may cause a malfunction.  
• 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.  
DISP/BATT INFO  
1
2
Open the LCD panel.  
Your camcorder turns on.  
To turn on your camcorder when the  
LCD panel is opened, close it and open  
it again, or press POWER with the LCD  
panel opened.  
Adjust the LCD panel.  
Rotate the LCD panel to the best angle  
to record or play.  
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Step 4: Setting the  
date and time  
To turn off the LCD backlight to make  
the battery last longer  
Set the date and time when using this  
camcorder for the first time. If you do not  
set the date and time, the [CLOCK SET]  
screen appears every time you turn on your  
Press and hold DISP/BATT INFO for a few  
seconds until  
appears.  
camcorder or change the  
(Movie)/  
This setting is practical when you use your  
camcorder in bright conditions or you want  
to save battery power. The recorded image  
will not be affected by the setting. To turn  
on the LCD backlight, press and hold DISP/  
BATT INFO for a few seconds until  
disappears.  
(Still) select switch position.  
Lens cover  
To turn off the power  
When recording standby/recording mode,  
close the LCD panel, then press POWER.  
Otherwise, close the LCD panel or press  
POWER.  
b Notes  
• If you do not use your camcorder for about 3  
months, the built-in rechargeable battery gets  
discharged and the date and time settings may  
be cleared from the memory. In that case,  
charge the built-in rechargeable battery and then  
set the date and time again (p. 97).  
Touch the button  
on the LCD  
screen.  
• It takes a few seconds for your camcorder to be  
ready to shoot after the power is turned on. You  
cannot operate your camcorder during this time.  
• The lens cover opens automatically when the  
power is turned on. It closes when the playback  
screen is selected, or the power is turned off.  
• In the setting at the time of purchase, the power  
turns off automatically if you leave your  
camcorder without any operation attempted for  
approximately 5 minutes, to save battery power  
([A.SHUT OFF], p. 71).  
(Movie)/  
(Still)  
select switch  
1
2
Open the LCD panel to turn on  
your camcorder.  
Slide the  
(Movie)/  
(Still)  
select switch repeatedly in the  
direction of the arrow until the  
respective lamp lights up.  
z Tips  
• If you rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees, you  
can close the LCD panel with the LCD screen  
facing out. This is convenient during playback  
operations.  
(Movie): To record movies  
• Touch  
(HOME) t  
(SETTINGS) t  
(Still): To record still images  
[SOUND/DISP SET] t [LCD BRIGHT]  
(p. 68), and adjust the brightness of the LCD  
screen.  
Go to step 4 when you turn on your  
camcorder for the first time.  
• The information is displayed or hidden (display  
y no display) each time you press DISP/  
BATT INFO.  
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3
4
Touch  
(HOME) t  
9
Make sure that the clock is  
correctly set, then touch  
(SETTINGS) t [CLOCK/  
LANG] t [CLOCK SET].  
The [CLOCK SET] screen appears.  
.
The clock starts.  
You can set any year up to the year  
2037.  
For midnight, set it to 12:00 AM.  
For midday, set it to 12:00 PM.  
z Tips  
• The date and time does not appear during  
recording, but they are automatically recorded  
on the “Memory Stick PRO Duo,” and can be  
displayed during playback ([DATA CODE],  
p. 67).  
Select the desired geographical  
area with  
[NEXT].  
/
, then touch  
• Refer to page 90 for information concerning  
• If the buttons on the touch panel do not work  
correctly, adjust the touch panel  
(CALIBRATION, p. 96).  
5
6
Set [DST SET] or [SUMMERTIME],  
then touch [NEXT].  
Changing the language setting  
Set [Y] (year) with  
/
.
You can change the on-screen displays to  
show messages in a specified language. To  
select the screen language, touch  
(HOME) t  
(SETTINGS) t [CLOCK/  
LANG] t [  
LANGUAGE SET] (p. 70).  
7
8
Select [M] with  
the month with  
/
/
, then set  
.
Set [D] (day), hour and minute in  
the same way, then touch [NEXT].  
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Step 5: Inserting a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”  
See page 2 on the “Memory Stick” you can  
use with your camcorder.  
3
Touch [YES].  
z Tips  
• See following pages on the recordable time of  
movies and recordable number of still images.  
– Movies (p. 10)  
To eject a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”  
Open the battery/Memory Stick Duo cover,  
lightly push the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”  
in once.  
– Still images (p. 66)  
1
Insert the “Memory Stick PRO  
Duo.”  
b Notes  
• Do not do any of the following when the  
(Movie)/  
(Still) mode lamps (p. 19), the  
1 Open the battery/Memory Stick Duo  
cover.  
2 Insert the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”  
all the way in until it clicks.  
3 Close the battery/Memory Stick Duo  
cover.  
access lamp or the QUICK ON lamp (p. 15) is  
lit or flashing.  
Otherwise, the media may be damaged,  
recorded images may be lost or other  
malfunctions could occur.  
– Eject the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” from the  
camcorder  
– Remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor  
– Shake or knock your camcorder  
• Do not open the battery/Memory Stick Duo  
cover during recording.  
• If you force the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” into  
the slot in the wrong direction, the “Memory  
Stick PRO Duo,” the Memory Stick Duo slot, or  
image data may be damaged.  
• If [Failed to create a new Image Database File.  
It may be possible that there is not enough free  
space.] is displayed on step 3, format the  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” (p. 58). Note that  
formatting will delete all data recorded on the  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo.”  
Access lamp  
• When inserting or ejecting the “Memory Stick  
PRO Duo,” be careful so that the “Memory  
Stick PRO Duo” does not pop out and drop.  
2
Open the LCD panel  
and turn on the  
(Movie) lamp.  
z Tips  
When you insert a new “Memory Stick  
PRO Duo,” the [Create a new Image  
Database File.] screen appears.  
• You can shoot still images without creating a  
management file.  
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Recording/Playback  
Recording and playback with ease  
(Easy Handycam operation)  
Easy Handycam operation makes nearly all settings automatic so that you can perform  
recording or playback operation without detailed settings. It also makes the screen font size  
larger for easy viewing.  
Recording movies  
Recording still images  
1
Open the LCD panel to  
1
Open the LCD panel.  
turn on the  
lamp.  
(Movie)  
2
Slide the  
(Still) select switch F  
(Movie)/  
2
3
Press EASY E.  
appears on  
in the direction of the  
arrow until the  
lamp lights up.  
(Still)  
the LCD screen.  
3
4
Press EASY E.  
Press START/STOP C to start  
recording.*  
appears on  
the LCD screen.  
Press PHOTO D lightly to adjust  
the focus  
press it fully  
sounds).  
A
(a beep sounds), then  
(a shutter click  
B
[STBY] b [REC]  
To stop recording, press START/STOP  
again.  
Flashing b Lights up  
* The [REC MODE] is fixed to [HD SP] or [SD SP] (p. 62).  
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b Notes  
• If you close the LCD panel during recording, the recording will be stopped.  
z Tips  
• During Easy Handycam operation, faces are detected with frames ([FACE DETECTION], p. 65).  
Playing back recorded movies/still images  
1
2
Open the LCD panel to turn on your camcorder.  
Touch (VIEW IMAGES) B.  
The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the LCD screen (It may take some time to display  
the thumbnails).  
Appears with the image on each of the tab that was lastly played back/  
recorded (B for the still image)  
HOME MENU  
Searches for images  
by date (p. 35)  
Previous 6 images  
Next 6 images  
Returns to the  
recording screen  
1
:Goes to the Film Roll Index screen.  
:Goes to the Face Index screen.  
:Displays movies with HD (high definition) image quality.*  
:Displays still images.  
2
3
4
*
appears when you select the movie with SD (standard definition) image quality in  
[
/
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3
Start playback.  
Movies:  
Touch the  
or  
tab, and then touch the desired movie to play back.  
Toggles Play or Pause as you touch  
Return (to the  
VISUAL INDEX  
screen)  
Beginning of the  
movie/previous movie  
Next movie  
The recording  
date/time*  
Stop (go to the  
VISUAL INDEX  
screen)  
Reverse/ Forward  
* The setting of [DATA CODE] is fixed to [DATE/TIME] (p. 67).  
z Tips  
• When playback from the selected movie reaches the last movie, the screen returns to the VISUAL INDEX  
screen.  
• You can slow down the playback speed by touching  
• You can adjust volume by touching (HOME) A t  
[VOLUME], then touch  
/
during pause.  
(SETTINGS) t [SOUND SETTINGS] t  
/
.
• To change the image quality of the movie for playback, select the desired image quality with [  
SET] (p. 57).  
/
Still images:  
Touch the  
tab, and then touch the desired still image to play back.  
Slide show (p. 36)  
Return (to the  
VISUAL INDEX  
screen)  
The recording date/  
time*  
Goes to the VISUAL  
INDEX screen  
Previous/Next  
* The setting of [DATA CODE] is fixed to [DATE/TIME] (p. 67).  
b Notes  
• If you close the LCD panel while the index screen is displayed or while playing back the images, the  
camcorder turns off.  
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To cancel Easy Handycam operation  
Press EASY E again.  
disappears  
from the LCD screen.  
Menu settings during Easy Handycam  
operation  
Touch  
(HOME) A to display the menu  
items available for setup changes (p. 11,  
60).  
b Notes  
• Most of the menu items automatically return to  
the default settings. The settings of some menu  
items are fixed. For details, see page 79.  
• You cannot use the  
(OPTION) MENU.  
• Cancel Easy Handycam operation if you want to  
add effects to images or change settings.  
Invalid functions during Easy  
Handycam operation  
You cannot use some functions during Easy  
Handycam operation since they are  
automatically set (p. 79).  
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Recording  
Lens cover  
Opens automatically when the  
power is switched on.  
(Movie) lamp  
(Still) lamp  
START/STOP B  
(HOME)  
A
(Movie)/  
(Still)  
select switch C  
PHOTO D  
b Notes  
• If the access lamp is lit or flashing after recording is finished, it means data is still being written onto the  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo.” Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder, and do not remove the  
battery or AC Adaptor.  
• When a movie file exceeds 2 GB, the next movie file is created automatically.  
• If you close the LCD panel during recording, the recording will be stopped.  
z Tips  
• For types of “Memory Stick” you can use in your camcorder, see page 2.  
• You can check the recordable time and the remaining capacity, etc., by touching  
(HOME) A t  
(MANAGE MEDIA) t [MEDIA INFO] (p. 58).  
• Movies are recorded in the HD (high definition) image quality in the default setting (p. 57).  
• For the recordable time and the number of recordable images, see page 10 and 66.  
• You can record still images during movie recording by pressing PHOTO D ([Dual Rec], p. 29).  
• A frame is shown on the detected face, and the detected face image is optimized automatically ([FACE  
DETECTION], p. 65).  
• When a face is detected during movie recording,  
flashes and the detected face is stored in the index.  
You can search for a desired scene by a face image when playing back ([Face Index], p. 34).  
• You can capture still images from recorded movies (p. 47).  
• You can switch the shooting mode by touching  
[PHOTO].  
(HOME) A t  
(CAMERA) t [MOVIE] or  
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Recording movies  
Recording still images  
1
Open the LCD panel to turn on the  
(Movie) lamp.  
1
Open the LCD panel.  
2
Slide the  
select switch C in the direction  
of the arrow until the  
lamp lights up.  
(Movie)/  
(Still)  
2
Press START/STOP B.  
(Still)  
3
Press PHOTO D lightly to adjust  
the focus A (a beep sounds),  
then press it fully B (a shutter  
click sounds).  
[STBY] t [REC]  
To stop recording, press START/STOP  
B again.  
Flashing bLights up  
appears beside  
. When  
disappears, the image has been  
recorded.  
The “White circular spots” on still images  
This is caused by particles (dust, pollen, etc.) floating close to the lens. When they are  
accentuated by the camcorder’s flash, they appear as white circular spots.  
Subject  
Particles (dust,  
pollen, etc.) in  
the air  
To reduce the “White circular spots,” light the room and shoot the subject without a  
flash.  
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Zooming  
Recording sound with more  
presence (5.1ch surround  
recording)  
You can magnify images up to 10 times the  
original size with the power zoom lever.  
Dolby Digital 5.1ch surround sound can be  
recorded with the Built-in microphone. You  
can enjoy realistic sound when playing the  
movieondevicesthatsupport5.1chsurround  
sound.  
Built-in microphone  
Wider range of view:  
(Wide angle)  
Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator, 5.1ch surround sound  
b Notes  
• 5.1chsound isconvertedto2chwhen playedback  
on your camcorder.  
• To enjoy the 5.1ch surround sound recorded  
with HD (high definition) image quality, you  
need an AVCHD format device compatible with  
5.1ch surround.  
• When you connect your camcorder with an  
HDMI cable (optional), the sound of movies  
with HD (high definition) image quality is  
automatically output in 5.1ch sound.  
Close view: (Telephoto)  
Move the power zoom lever slightly for a  
slower zoom. Move it further for a faster  
zoom.  
b Notes  
The sound of the movies with SD (standard  
definition) image quality is converted to 2ch.  
• 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.  
• The minimum possible distance between  
camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp  
focus is about 1 cm (about 13/32 in.) for wide  
angle and about 80 cm (about 2 5/8 feet) for  
telephoto.  
z Tips  
• You can select the recording sound from [5.1ch  
SURROUND] (  
) or [2ch STEREO]  
(
) ([AUDIO MODE], p. 62).  
z Tips  
• You can set [DIGITAL ZOOM] (p. 63) if you  
want to zoom to a level greater than 10 × when  
recording movies.  
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b Notes  
Starting shooting quickly  
(QUICK ON)  
• Do not eject the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”  
before movie recording is finished and the still  
images are completely stored on the “Memory  
Stick PRO Duo.”  
• You cannot use the flash during Dual Rec.  
QUICK ON  
lamp  
may appear when the capacity of the  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” is not enough or  
when you record still images continuously. You  
cannot record still images while  
displayed.  
is  
z Tips  
• When the  
(Movie) lamp is lit, the size of  
still images becomes [  
[1.7M] (4:3).  
2.3M] (16:9 wide) or  
• You can record still images during recording  
When you close the LCD panel, the  
camcorder goes to sleep mode (power  
saving mode) instead of turning off. The  
QUICK ON lamp keeps flashing during  
sleep mode. Open the LCD panel again to  
start recording next time. Your camcorder  
returns to recording standby in  
standby in the same way as when the  
lamp is turned on. You can also record with the  
flash.  
(Still)  
Recording in mirror mode  
approximately 1 second.  
z Tips  
• During sleep mode, the battery is consumed at  
about half that of usual recording.  
• The power turns off automatically if you do not  
operate your camcorder for a certain period  
during sleep mode. You can set the time that  
you want the camcorder to remain on before  
automatically turning off in sleep mode  
([QUICK ON STBY], p. 71).  
• If you close the LCD panel while recording with  
[SMTH SLW REC] (p. 30), your camcorder  
will turn off without performing sleep mode.  
Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the  
camcorder (1), then rotate it 270 degrees  
to the lens side (2).  
Recording high quality still  
images during movie recording  
(Dual Rec)  
z Tips  
• A mirror-image of the subject appears on the  
LCD screen, but the image will be normal when  
recorded.  
• When recording in mirror mode, frames on the  
detected faces are not displayed (p. 65).  
You can record high quality still images  
during movie recording by pressing  
PHOTO.  
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• [RECORD SOUND]  
Recording the fast action in  
Select [ON] (  
) to superimpose sounds  
slow-motion (SMTH SLW REC)  
such as conversation on the slow motion  
pictures (The default setting is [OFF]).  
Your camcorder records sounds for about  
12 seconds while [Recording···] is  
displayed in step 2.  
Fast moving subjects and actions, which  
cannot be captured under the ordinary  
shooting conditions, can be shot in smooth  
moving slow-motion for about 3 seconds.  
This is useful to shoot fast actions such as a  
golf or tennis swing.  
b Notes  
• Sounds cannot be recorded while shooting a  
3-second movie (approx.).  
• Image quality of [SMTH SLW REC] is not as  
good as that of normal recording.  
1 Touch  
t [SMTH SLW REC].  
(HOME) t  
(CAMERA)  
• During Easy Handycam operation, the [SMTH  
SLW REC] function cannot be used. Cancel  
Easy Handycam operation.  
2 Press START/STOP.  
A 3-second movie (approx.) is recorded as  
a 12 second-slow-motion-movie.  
[Recording···] disappears, when recording  
is finished.  
Touch  
recording.  
to cancel the smooth slow  
To change the setting  
Touch  
(OPTION) t  
tab, then  
select the setting you want to change.  
• [TIMING]  
Select the recording start point after  
START/STOP is pressed. The default  
setting is [3sec AFTER].  
[3sec AFTER]  
[3sec BEFORE]  
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Recording/Playback  
Playback  
Lens cover  
Closes when the INDEX screen appears.  
Power zoom lever C  
(HOME) A  
(VIEW  
IMAGES) B  
b Notes  
• If you close the LCD panel while the index screen is displayed or while playing back the images, the  
camcorder turns off.  
1
2
Open the LCD panel to turn on your camcorder.  
Touch  
(VIEW IMAGES) B.  
The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the LCD screen (It may take some time to display  
the thumbnails).  
Appears with the image on the tab that was lastly played back/recorded  
(B for the still image)  
HOME MENU  
Selects images by date  
Previous 6 images  
Next 6 images  
Returns to the  
recording screen  
(OPTION)  
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1
2
3
4
*
:Goes to the Film Roll Index screen (p. 34).  
:Goes to the Face Index screen (p. 34).  
:Displays movies with HD (high definition) image quality.*  
:Displays still images.  
appears when you select the movie with SD (standard definition) image quality in  
[
/
SET] (p. 57).  
z Tips  
• The number of the images on the VISUAL INDEX screen can be changed 6 y 12 by moving the power  
zoom lever C. To fix this number, touch (HOME) A t (SETTINGS) t [VIEW IMAGES  
SET] t [ DISPLAY] (p. 68).  
3
Start playing back.  
Playing movies  
Touch the or  
tab, then select the desired movie to play back.  
Toggles Play or Pause as you touch  
Return (to the VISUAL  
INDEX screen)  
Beginning of the scene/  
previous scene  
Next scene  
(OPTION)  
Stop (go to the VISUAL  
INDEX screen)  
Reverse/Forward  
z Tips  
• When playback from the selected movie reaches the last movie, the screen returns to the VISUAL INDEX  
screen.  
• Touch  
/
during pause to play back movie slowly.  
• A touch of  
/
makes the reverse/fast forward approximately 5 times faster, 2 touches makes it  
approximately 10 times faster, 3 touches makes it approximately 30 times faster, and 4 touches makes it  
approximately 60 times faster.  
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Viewing still images  
Touch the tab, then select the desired still image to play back.  
Return (to the VISUAL  
INDEX screen)  
Slide show (p. 36)  
(OPTION)  
Goes to the VISUAL INDEX  
screen  
Previous/Next  
To adjust the sound volume  
Touch  
(OPTION) t  
tab t [VOLUME], then adjust the volume with  
/
.
z Tips  
• You can switch the playback mode by touching  
[VISUAL INDEX].  
(HOME) A t  
(VIEW IMAGES) t  
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Searching for desired scene by  
pinpoint (Film Roll Index)  
Searching for desired scene by  
face (Face Index)  
Movies can be divided by a set time and the  
first scene of each division is displayed on  
the index screen. You can start playing back  
a movie from the selected thumbnail.  
The face images detected during movie  
recording are displayed on the index screen.  
You can play back the movie from the  
selected face image.  
1
2
Turn on the camcorder, and touch  
(VIEW IMAGES).  
1
2
Turn on the camcorder, and touch  
(VIEW IMAGES).  
The VISUAL INDEX screen appears.  
The VISUAL INDEX screen appears.  
Touch  
(Film Roll Index).  
Touch  
(Face Index).  
Returns to the VISUAL INDEX  
screen  
Returns to the VISUAL INDEX  
screen  
Sets the interval at which to create  
thumbnails of scenes in a movie.  
3
4
Touch  
movie.  
/
/
to select the desired  
, then touch the  
3
4
Touch  
movie.  
/
to select the desired  
Touch  
desired face image to view the  
scene.  
Touch  
/
to search for the  
Playback starts from the beginning of  
the scene with the selected face image.  
desired scene, then touch the  
scene you want to play back.  
Playback starts from the selected scene.  
b Notes  
• Faces may not be detected depending on  
recording conditions.  
Example: People wearing glasses or hats, or  
who do not face towards the camera.  
z Tips  
• You can display the [Film Roll Index] screen by  
touching  
IMAGES) t [  
(HOME) t  
(VIEW  
• Set [  
to play back from [  
setting) (p. 65). Make sure that  
INDEX SET] to [ON] before recording  
INDEX] (the default  
flashes  
INDEX].  
during recording, and detected face images are  
stored in [Face Index].  
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z Tips  
z Tips  
• You can display the [Face Index] screen by  
• On the [Film Roll Index]/[Face Index] screen,  
you can use the Date Index function by  
following the steps 3 to 4.  
touching  
(HOME) t  
(VIEW  
IMAGES) t [  
INDEX].  
Searching for desired images by  
date (Date Index)  
Using PB zoom  
You can magnify still images from about  
1.1 to 5 times the original size.  
Magnification can be adjusted with the  
power zoom lever.  
You can search for desired movies by date  
efficiently.  
b Notes  
• You cannot use the Date Index function for still  
images.  
1
Turn on the camcorder, and touch  
(VIEW IMAGES).  
The VISUAL INDEX screen appears.  
2
3
Touch the  
or  
tab.  
1 Play back the still images you want to  
magnify.  
Touch date on the screen.  
2 Magnify the still image with T  
(Telephoto).  
The recording dates of movies are  
displayed on the screen.  
The screen is framed.  
3 Touch the screen at the point you want  
to display in the center of the displayed  
frame.  
Returns to the VISUAL INDEX  
screen  
4 Adjust the magnification with W (Wide  
angle)/T (Telephoto).  
To cancel, touch  
.
4
Touch  
/
to select the date of  
the desired movie, then touch  
.
The movies of the selected date are  
displayed on the VISUAL INDEX  
screen.  
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Playing back a series of still  
images (Slide show)  
Touch  
screen.  
on the still image playback  
The slide show begins from the selected  
still image.  
Touch  
to stop the slide show.  
To restart, touch  
again.  
b Notes  
You cannot operate playback zoom during slide  
show.  
z Tips  
• You can also play back the slide show by  
touching  
(OPTION) t  
tab t [SLIDE  
SHOW] on the VISUAL INDEX screen.  
• You can set continuous slide show playback by  
touching  
(OPTION) t  
tab t [SLIDE  
SHOW SET]. The default setting is [ON]  
(continuous playback).  
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Playing the image on a TV  
Connection methods and quality of the  
image viewed on the TV screen differ  
depending on what type of TV is connected,  
and the connectors used.  
Open the jack cover.  
Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power  
Refer also to the instruction manuals  
supplied with the device to be connected.  
A/V Remote  
Connector  
b Notes  
• When recording, set [X.V.COLOR] to [ON] to  
play back on an x.v.Color-compliant TV (p. 63).  
Some settings may need to be adjusted on the  
TV when playing back. Refer to the instruction  
manual of your TV for details.  
Open the jack cover.  
Operation flow  
You can connect your camcorder to the TV  
easily following the instructions displayed  
on the LCD screen, [TV CONNECT  
Guide].  
Handycam  
Station  
Switch the input on the TV to the  
connected jack.  
Refer to the instruction manuals of the  
TV.  
r
b Notes  
Connect your camcorder and TV  
• Your camcorder and the Handycam Station are  
equipped with A/V Remote Connector or A/V  
OUT jack (p. 100, 102). Connect the A/V  
connecting cable or component A/V cable either  
to the Handycam Station or to your camcorder.  
referring to [TV CONNECT Guide].  
r
Make the required output settings  
on your camcorder (p. 39, 40).  
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Selecting the most  
advantageous connection - [TV  
CONNECT Guide]  
Your camcorder will advise you of the most  
advantageous way of connecting your TV.  
1
2
Turn on your camcorder, and  
touch (HOME) t  
(OTHERS) t [TV CONNECT  
Guide].  
If the item is not on the screen, touch  
/
to change the page.  
Touch the answer to the question  
displayed on the screen.  
Meanwhile, you can make the relevant  
connection between your camcorder and  
the TV.  
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Connecting to a high definition TV  
Images recorded with HD (high definition) image quality are played back with HD (high  
definition) image quality. Images recorded with SD (standard definition) image quality are  
played back with SD (standard definition) image quality.  
t (p. 39)  
t (p. 40)  
: Signal flow  
HOME MENU setting  
Type Camcorder  
Cable  
TV  
(SETTINGS) t  
[OUTPUT SETTINGS]  
t [COMPONENT] t  
[1080i/480i] (p. 70)  
Component A/V cable  
(supplied)  
(Green) Y  
(Blue) PB/CB  
(Red) PR/CR  
(White)  
(Red)  
• If you connect only component video, audio signals are not output. Connect the white and red plugs to  
output audio signals.  
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: Signal flow  
HOME MENU setting  
Type Camcorder  
Cable  
TV  
HDMI cable (optional)  
• Use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo.  
• Use an HDMI mini Connector on one end (for the camcorder), and a plug suitable for connection to your  
TV on the other end.  
• Images are not output from the HDMI OUT jack of your camcorder, if copyright protection signals are  
recorded in the images.  
• Some TVs may not function correctly (e.g., no sound or image) with this connection.  
• Do not connect the HDMI OUT jack of your camcorder and HDMI OUT jack of the external device with  
the HDMI cable. This may cause a malfunction.  
• When the connected device is compatible with 5.1ch surround sound, movies recorded with the HD (high  
definition) image quality are output on 5.1ch surround sound automatically. Movies recorded with the SD  
(standard definition) image quality are converted to 2ch sound.  
Connecting to a non-high-definition 16:9 (wide) TV or 4:3 TV  
Images recorded with HD (high definition) quality are converted to SD (standard definition)  
and played back. Images recorded with SD (standard definition) image quality are played back  
with SD (standard definition) image quality.  
t (p. 41)  
t (p. 41)  
To set the horizontal to vertical ratio according to the connected TV (16:9/4:3)  
Set [TV TYPE] to [16:9] or [4:3] according to your TV (p. 69).  
b Notes  
• When you play back a movie recorded with SD (standard definition) image quality on a 4:3 TV that is not  
compatible with the 16:9 signal, touch  
[WIDE SELECT] t [4:3] on your camcorder when recording an image (p. 62).  
(HOME) t  
(SETTINGS) t [MOVIE SETTINGS] t  
40  
       
: Signal flow  
HOME MENU setting  
Type Camcorder  
Cable  
TV  
(SETTINGS) t  
[OUTPUT SETTINGS]  
t [COMPONENT] t  
[480i] (p. 70)  
Component A/V cable  
(supplied)  
(Green) Y  
(Blue) PB/CB  
(Red) PR/CR  
(SETTINGS) t  
[OUTPUT SETTINGS]  
t [TV TYPE] t [16:9]/  
[4:3]* (p. 69)  
(White)  
(Red)  
• If you connect only component video, audio signals are not output. Connect the white and red plugs to  
output audio signals.  
(SETTINGS) t  
A/V connecting cable with  
S VIDEO (optional)  
[OUTPUT SETTINGS]  
t [TV TYPE] t [16:9]/  
[4:3]* (p. 69)  
(White)  
(Red)  
(Yellow)  
• When the S VIDEO plug (S VIDEO channel) is connected, audio signals are not output. To output audio  
signals, connect the white and red plugs to the audio input jack of your TV.  
• This connection produces higher resolution images compared with the A/V connecting cable (Type  
).  
A/V connecting cable  
(supplied)  
(SETTINGS) t  
[OUTPUT SETTINGS]  
(Yellow)  
(White)  
(Red)  
t [TV TYPE] t [16:9]/  
[4:3]* (p. 69)  
* Set [TV TYPE] according to your TV.  
When connecting to your TV via a VCR  
Connect your camcorder to the LINE IN input on the VCR using the A/V connecting cable.  
Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE (VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, etc.).  
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When your TV is monaural (When your  
TV has only one audio input jack)  
Connect the yellow plug of the A/V  
connecting cable to the video input jack and  
connect the white (left channel) or red  
(right channel) plug to the audio input jack  
of your TV or VCR.  
Using “BRAVIA” Sync  
You can do the playback operation with the  
remote commander of your TV by  
connecting your camcorder to a “BRAVIA”  
Sync compatible TV with the HDMI cable.  
b Notes  
• When the A/V connecting cable is used to  
output images, images are output with SD  
(standard definition) image quality.  
HDMI cable  
z Tips  
• If you connect your camcorder to the TV using  
more than one type of cable to output images,  
the order of priority of the TV input jacks is as  
follows:  
HDMI t component t S VIDEO t video.  
1
2
Connect your camcorder and a  
“BRAVIA” Sync compatible TV  
with the HDMI cable (optional).  
• 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.  
On “PhotoTV HD”  
Your camcorder is compatible with  
Turn on your camcorder.  
The TV input is switched automatically,  
and the image of your camcorder is  
displayed on the TV.  
“PhotoTV HD.” “PhotoTV HD” allows for  
highly-detailed, photo-like depiction of  
subtle textures and colors. By connecting  
Sony’s PhotoTV HD-compatible devices  
using an HDMI cable* or a component A/V  
cable**, a whole new world of photos can  
be enjoyed in breathtaking full HD quality.  
3
Operate the remote commander  
of the TV.  
You can do the following operations.  
*
The TV will automatically switch to the  
appropriate mode when displaying photos.  
– Display  
(VIEW IMAGES) of  
** Setup of the TV will be necessary. Please refer  
to the instruction manual of your PhotoTV HD-  
compatible TV for details.  
(HOME) by pressing the SYNC MENU  
button  
– Display an INDEX screen, such as the  
VISUAL INDEX screen, by pressing up/  
down/left/right/enter buttons on the remote  
commander of your TV, and play back the  
desired movies or still images  
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b Notes  
• To set your camcorder, touch  
(HOME) t  
(SETTINGS) t [GENERAL SET] t  
[CTRL FOR HDMI] t [ON] (the default  
setting).  
• Also set your TV. Refer to the instruction  
manual of the TV for details.  
z Tips  
• If you turn off the TV, your camcorder is turned  
off simultaneously.  
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Saving images  
Recorded images are stored on the “Memory Stick PRO Duo.” Due to the limited capacity of  
the “Memory Stick PRO Duo,” make sure that you save the image data to some type of external  
media such as a DVD-R or a computer.  
You can save the images recorded on the camcorder as described below.  
Saving images using a computer  
By using “Picture Motion Browser” on the supplied CD-ROM, you can save the images  
recorded on the “Memory Stick PRO Duo.”  
You can rewrite movies with HD (high definition) image quality from the computer to your  
camcorder, if necessary. For details, see “PMB Guide.”  
Creating a disc with One Touch (One Touch Disc Burn)  
You can save images recorded on the camcorder directly to a disc  
with ease.  
Saving images on a computer  
You can save images recorded on the camcorder on the hard disk of a  
computer.  
Creating a disc with selected images  
You can save images copied to your computer on a disc. You can also  
edit those images.  
Refer to the supplied “Operating Guide.”  
Saving images by connecting your camcorder to other devices  
Connecting with the A/V connecting cable  
You can dub movies with SD (standard definition) image quality.  
Connecting with the USB cable  
You can dub movies with HD (high definition) image quality or SD  
(standard definition) image quality.  
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Editing (OTHERS) category  
This category enables you to edit the  
images on the “Memory Stick PRO Duo.”  
Also, you can enjoy your camcorder by  
connecting to other devices.  
TV CONNECT Guide  
Your camcorder helps you select the  
appropriate connection for your device  
(OTHERS) category  
b Notes  
• If you close the LCD panel while editing images  
or while the USB cable is connected with other  
devices, the camcorder turns off.  
Item list  
DELETE  
You can delete images on the “Memory  
Stick PRO Duo” (p. 46).  
PHOTO CAPTURE  
You can save a selected frame from a  
recorded movie as a still image (p. 47).  
EDIT  
You can edit the images (p. 48).  
PLAYLIST EDIT  
You can create and edit a Playlist (p. 49).  
PRINT  
You can print still images on a connected  
PictBridge printer (p. 55).  
USB CONNECT  
You can connect the camcorder to a  
computer etc., via the USB cable. See  
“Operating Guide” for connecting to the  
computer.  
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Deleting images  
You can delete images recorded on the  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” using your  
camcorder.  
4
5
Touch the movie to be deleted.  
b Notes  
You cannot restore images once they are deleted.  
• Do not remove the battery pack or the AC  
Adaptor, oreject “Memory StickPRO Duo” from  
yourcamcorder while deleting the images. It may  
damage the media.  
• When write-protection is set to the images in the  
“MemoryStickPRODuobyanotherdevice,you  
cannot delete the images.  
• Important datashould be saved on external media  
(p. 44).  
• DonottrytodeletethefilesontheMemoryStick  
PRO Duo” in your camcorder using a computer.  
The selected movie is marked with  
Press and hold the movie on the LCD  
screen to confirm the movie.  
.
Touch  
to return to the previous  
screen.  
Touch  
t [YES] t  
.
z Tips  
You can select up to 100 images at one time.  
You can delete an image on the playback screen  
from  
(OPTION) MENU.  
To delete all movies at one time  
• To delete all images recorded in the “Memory  
Stick PRO Duo,” and recover all the recordable  
space, format the media (p. 58).  
In step 3, touch [  
DELETE ALL]/  
[
t
DELETE ALL] t [YES] t [YES]  
.
Deleting movies  
To delete all the movies recorded on  
the same day at one time  
You can increase the free space on the  
“MemoryStickPRODuobydeletingimage  
data.  
You can check the free space on the  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” using [MEDIA  
INFO] (p. 58).  
1 In step 3, touch [  
DELETE by  
date]/[  
DELETE by date].  
Select the image quality of the movie you  
want to delete before the operation (p. 57).  
1
Touch  
(OTHERS) t [DELETE].  
(HOME) t  
2 Touch  
/
to select the recording  
date of the desired movie, then touch  
.
The movies recorded on the selected  
date are displayed on the screen.  
Touch the movie on the LCD screen to  
2
3
Touch [  
Touch [  
DELETE].  
confirm the movie. Touch  
to the previous screen.  
to return  
DELETE] or  
3 Touch  
t [YES] t  
.
[
DELETE].  
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Capturing a still  
image from a movie  
You can save a selected frame from a  
recorded movie as a still image. Select the  
image quality of the movies to be captured  
before the operation (p. 57).  
b Notes  
• If the deleted movie is included in the Playlist  
(p. 49), the movie added to the Playlist is  
deleted also from the Playlist.  
Deleting still images  
1
Touch  
(HOME) t  
(OTHERS) t [PHOTO CAPTURE].  
1
Touch  
(OTHERS) t [DELETE].  
(HOME) t  
The [PHOTO CAPTURE] screen  
appears.  
2
3
4
Touch [  
Touch [  
DELETE].  
DELETE].  
2
3
Touch the movie to be captured.  
The selected movie starts playback.  
Touch  
at the point where  
you want to capture.  
Touch the still image to be  
deleted.  
The movie pauses.  
The selected still image is marked with  
.
4
Touch  
.
When capturing is finished, the screen  
returns to pause.  
Press and hold the still image on the  
LCD screen to confirm the still image.  
Touch  
to return to the previous  
screen.  
To continue capturing  
Touch  
, then follow the steps 3 to 4.  
5
Touch  
t [YES] t  
.
To capture a still image from another  
movie, touch  
then follow the steps 2 to  
4.  
To delete all still images at one time  
To finish capturing  
In step 3, touch [  
DELETE ALL] t  
Touch  
t
.
[YES] t [YES] t  
.
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Dividing a movie  
b Notes  
Select the image quality of the movie you  
want to divide before the operation (p. 57).  
• The image size is fixed depending on the image  
quality of the movie:  
– [  
quality  
– [  
2.1M] with HD (high definition) image  
1
Touch  
(OTHERS) t [EDIT].  
(HOME) t  
0.2M] in 16:9 (wide) with SD (standard  
definition) image quality  
– [VGA (0.3M)] in 4:3 with SD (standard  
definition) image quality  
2
3
Touch [DIVIDE].  
• The “Memory Stick PRO Duo” should have  
enough free space.  
• The recording date and time of captured still  
images is the same as the recording date and  
time of the movies.  
• If the movie you are capturing from has no data  
code, the recording date and time of the still  
image will be the date and time you captured  
from the movie.  
Touch the movie to be divided.  
The selected movie starts playback.  
4
Touch  
at the point where you  
want to divide the movie into  
scenes.  
The movie pauses.  
Adjusts the dividing point with more  
precision after the dividing point has  
been selected with  
.
Returns to the beginning of the  
selected movie.  
Play and pause toggles as you press  
.
5
Touch  
t [YES] t  
.
b Notes  
• You cannot restore movies once they are  
divided.  
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Creating the Playlist  
• Do not remove the battery pack or the AC  
Adaptor, or eject the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”  
from your camcorder while dividing the movie.  
It may damage the “Memory Stick PRO Duo.”  
• If you divide the original movie, the movie  
added to the Playlist will also be divided.  
The Playlist is a list showing thumbnails of  
the movies that you have selected.  
The original movies are not changed even if  
you edit or delete the movies added to the  
Playlist.  
Select the image quality of the movie you  
want to create, play, or edit a Playlist before  
the operation (p. 57).  
• A slight difference may occur from the point  
where you touch  
and the actual dividing  
point, as your camcorder selects the dividing  
point based on about half-second increments.  
b Notes  
• Images with HD (high definition) image quality  
and SD (standard definition) image quality are  
added to an individual Playlist.  
1
Touch  
(HOME) t  
(OTHERS) t [PLAYLIST EDIT].  
2
3
Touch [  
ADD] or [  
ADD].  
Touch the movie to be added to  
the Playlist.  
The selected movie is marked with  
Press and hold the movie on the LCD  
screen to confirm the movie.  
.
Touch  
to return to the previous  
screen.  
4
Touch  
t [YES] t  
.
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To add all the movies recorded on the  
same day at one time  
Playing the Playlist  
Select the image quality of the movie you  
want to create, play, or edit a Playlist before  
the operation (p. 57).  
1 In step 2, touch [  
ADD by date].  
ADD by date]/  
[
The recording dates of movies are  
displayed on the screen.  
1
Touch  
IMAGES) t [PLAYLIST].  
(HOME) t  
(VIEW  
The Playlist screen appears.  
2 Touch  
/
to select the recording  
date of the desired movie.  
3 Touch while the selected recording  
date is highlighted.  
The movies recorded on the selected  
date are displayed on the screen.  
Touch the image on the LCD screen to  
2
Touch the movie you want to  
playback.  
confirm the movie. Touch  
to the previous screen.  
to return  
The Playlist is played back from the  
selected movie to the end, then the  
screen returns to the Playlist screen.  
4 Touch  
t [YES] t  
.
b Notes  
• Do not remove the battery pack or the AC  
Adaptor, or eject the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”  
from your camcorder while editing the Playlist.  
It may damage the “Memory Stick PRO Duo.”  
To erase unnecessary movies from  
the Playlist  
• You cannot add still images to a Playlist.  
1 Touch  
(HOME) t  
(OTHERS)  
• You cannot create a Playlist which contains  
both HD (high definition) image quality and SD  
(standard definition) image quality.  
t [PLAYLIST EDIT].  
2 Touch [ ERASE]/[  
ERASE].  
To erase all the images from the  
Playlist, touch [ ERASE ALL]/  
ERASE ALL] t [YES] t  
[YES] t  
z Tips  
• You can add a movie on the playback screen or  
[
the INDEX screen by touching  
(OPTION).  
.
• You can copy the Playlist to a disc as it is, by  
using the supplied software.  
• You can add a maximum of 999 movies with  
HD (high definition) image quality, or 99  
movies with SD (standard definition) image  
quality to the Playlist.  
3 Select the movie to be erased from the  
Playlist.  
The selected movie is marked with  
.
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Press and hold the movie on the LCD  
screen to confirm the movie.  
Touch  
to return to the previous  
screen.  
4 Touch  
t [YES] t  
.
z Tips  
• The original scenes are not changed even if you  
erase the scenes from the Playlist.  
To change the order within the Playlist  
1 Touch  
(HOME) t  
(OTHERS)  
t [PLAYLIST EDIT].  
2 Touch [ MOVE]/[  
MOVE].  
3 Select the movie to be moved.  
The selected movie is marked with  
.
Press and hold the movie on the LCD  
screen to confirm the movie.  
Touch  
to return to the previous  
screen.  
4 Touch  
.
5 Select the destination with  
/
.
Destination bar  
6 Touch  
t [YES] t  
.
z Tips  
• When you select multiple movies, the movies  
are moved following the order appearing in the  
Playlist.  
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Dubbing to other devices  
Connecting with the A/V connecting cable  
You can dub images played back on your camcorder to other recording devices, such as VCRs  
or DVD/HDD recorders. Connect the device in either of the following ways.  
Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for  
this operation (p. 15). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be  
connected.  
b Notes  
• Movies recorded with HD (high definition) image quality will be dubbed with SD (standard  
definition) image quality.  
• To copy a movie recorded with HD (high definition) image quality, install the application software  
(supplied) on your computer, and copy the images to a disc in the computer.  
• Since dubbing is performed via analog data transfer, the image quality may deteriorate.  
(Yellow)  
IN  
IN  
(White) (Red)  
(Yellow) (White) (Red)  
S VIDEO  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
Devices with an S VIDEO jack  
: Video/Signal flow  
Devices without an  
S VIDEO jack  
VCRs or DVD/  
HDD recorders  
A A/V connecting cable (supplied)  
Your camcorder and the Handycam  
Station are equipped with A/V Remote  
Connector or A/V OUT jack (p. 100,  
102). Connect the A/V connecting cable  
either to the Handycam Station or to  
your camcorder, depending on your  
setup.  
B A/V connecting cable with S  
VIDEO (optional)  
When connecting to another device via  
the S VIDEO jack, by using an A/V  
connecting cable with an S VIDEO  
cable (optional), higher quality images  
can be produced than with an A/V  
connecting cable. Connect the white and  
red plug (left/right audio) and the S  
VIDEO plug (S VIDEO channel) of the  
A/V connecting cable with an S VIDEO  
cable (optional). The yellow plug  
connection is not necessary. S VIDEO  
connection only will not output audio.  
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b Notes  
5
6
Start the playback on your  
camcorder, and record it on the  
recording device.  
• You cannot dub to recorders connected with an  
HDMI cable.  
• To hide the screen indicators (such as a counter,  
etc.) on the screen of the monitor device  
Refer to the instruction manuals  
supplied with your recording device for  
details.  
connected, touch  
(HOME) t  
(SETTINGS) t [OUTPUT SETTINGS] t  
[DISP OUTPUT] t [LCD PANEL] (the  
default setting) on the HOME MENU (p. 70).  
To record the date/time and camera settings  
data, display them on the screen (p. 67).  
When dubbing is finished, stop  
the recording device, and then  
your camcorder.  
• When you are connecting your camcorder to a  
monaural device, connect the yellow plug of the  
A/V connecting cable to the video input jack,  
and the red (right channel) or the white (left  
channel) plug to the audio input jack on the  
device.  
Connecting with the USB cable  
1
2
3
Turn on your camcorder, and  
select the image quality of the  
images you want to dub (p. 57).  
Connect your camcorder to a DVD writer,  
etc., compatible with movie dubbing via  
USB connection, to dub without image  
degradation.  
Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet  
(wall socket) using the supplied AC  
Adaptor (p. 15). Refer also to the  
instruction manuals supplied with the  
device to be connected.  
Touch  
(VIEW IMAGES).  
Set [TV TYPE] according to the display  
device (p. 69).  
Insert the recording media in the  
recording device.  
If your recording device has an input  
selector, set it to the input mode.  
4
Connect your camcorder to the  
recording device (VCR or DVD/  
HDD recorder) with the A/V  
connecting cable (supplied) 1 or  
an A/V connecting cable with S  
VIDEO (optional) 2.  
b Notes  
Connect your camcorder to the input  
jacks of the recording device.  
• Do not attempt the following operations while  
your camcorder is connected to other devices:  
– Close the LCD panel  
– Press POWER  
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footage should not be used with DVD based  
players or recorders, as the DVD player/  
recorder may fail to eject the media and  
may erase its contents without warning.  
DVD media containing AVCHD footage  
may be played on a compatible Blu-ray  
Disc™ player/recorder or other compatible  
device.  
1
2
Set the camcorder onto the  
Handycam Station or attach the  
Dedicated USB Terminal Adaptor  
to the camcorder securely, then  
turn on your camcorder.  
z Tips  
Connect the (USB) jack of the  
Handycam Station or the  
Dedicated USB Terminal Adaptor  
and a DVD writer, etc., with the  
supplied USB cable (p. 102).  
• If the [USB SELECT] screen does not appear,  
touch  
[USB CONNECT].  
(HOME) t  
(OTHERS) t  
[USB SELECT] appears on the screen.  
3
4
Touch [  
USB CONNECT].  
Operate the device to be  
connected, and start recording.  
For details, refer to the instruction  
manuals supplied with the device to be  
connected.  
5
After dubbing is complete, touch  
[END] t [YES], then disconnect  
the USB cable.  
Attention  
This camcorder captures high definition  
footage in the AVCHD format. Using the  
enclosed PC software, high definition  
footage can be copied onto DVD media.  
However, DVD media containing AVCHD  
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Printing recorded images  
(PictBridge compliant printer)  
You can print out still images using a  
PictBridge compliant printer, without  
connecting the camcorder to a computer.  
4
Touch the still image to be  
printed.  
Connect your camcorder to the AC Adaptor  
to obtain power from the wall outlet (wall  
socket) (p. 15). Turn on the printer.  
Insert the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”  
containing the still images you want to print  
into your camcorder.  
The selected still image is marked with  
.
Press and hold the still image on the  
LCD screen to confirm the still image.  
1
Set the camcorder onto the  
Handycam Station or attach the  
Dedicated USB Terminal Adaptor  
to the camcorder securely, then  
turn on your camcorder.  
Touch  
screen.  
to return to the previous  
5
6
Touch  
(OPTION), set the  
following options, then touch  
.
2
Connect the (USB) jack of the  
Handycam Station or the  
Dedicated USB Terminal Adaptor  
to the printer using the USB cable  
(p. 102).  
[COPIES]: Set the number of copies of  
a still image to be printed. You can set  
up to 20 copies.  
[DATE/TIME]: Select [DATE],  
[DAY&TIME], or [OFF] (no date/time  
printed).  
[USB SELECT] appears on the screen  
automatically.  
[SIZE]: Select the paper size.  
If you do not change the setting, go to  
step 6.  
3
Touch [PRINT].  
When connection is complete,  
(PictBridge connecting) appears on  
the screen.  
Touch [EXEC] t [YES] t  
The image selection screen appears  
again.  
.
To finish printing  
In step 3, touch  
screen.  
on the image selection  
You can select a still image on the  
screen.  
b Notes  
• We can guarantee the operation of only models  
that are PictBridge compatible.  
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• Refer also to the instruction manual of the  
printer to be used.  
• Do not attempt the following operations when  
is on the screen. The operations may not be  
performed properly.  
– Close the LCD panel  
– Press POWER  
– Operate the  
switch  
(Movie)/  
(Still) select  
– Remove your camcorder from the Handycam  
Station or the Dedicated USB Terminal  
Adaptor  
– Disconnect the USB cable from your  
camcorder, the Handycam Station, the  
Dedicated USB Terminal Adaptor or the  
printer  
• If the printer stops working, disconnect the USB  
cable, turn the printer off and on again, and  
restart the operation from the beginning.  
• You can select only the paper sizes that the  
printer can print.  
• On some printer models, the top, bottom, right,  
and left edges of images may be trimmed. If you  
print a still image recorded in a 16:9 (wide)  
ratio, the left and right ends of the image may be  
trimmed widely.  
• Some printer models may not support the date  
printing function. Refer to your printer’s  
instruction manual for details.  
• The still images described below may not be  
printed out:  
– The still image edited by a computer  
– The still image recorded by other devices  
– The still image file exceeding 4 MB  
– The still image file larger than 3,680 × 2,760  
pixels  
z Tips  
• PictBridge is an industry standard established  
by the Camera & Imaging Products Association  
(CIPA). You can print still images without using  
a computer by connecting a printer directly to a  
digital video camera or digital still camera,  
regardless of model or manufacturer.  
• You can print a still image on the still image  
playback screen from  
(OPTION) MENU.  
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Utilizing Media  
(MANAGE MEDIA)  
Setting the image  
quality  
You can select the image quality for  
recording/playback/editing on your  
camcorder.  
category  
This category enables you to use the  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” for various  
purposes.  
In the default setting, the image quality is  
set to HD (high definition).  
z Tips  
• You can perform recording/playback/editing  
operations for the selected image quality. When  
you want to change the image quality, select the  
image quality again.  
(MANAGE MEDIA) category  
Item list  
1
Touch  
(MANAGE MEDIA) t [  
SET].  
(HOME) t  
/
/
SET  
You can select the image quality for movies  
(p. 57).  
The image quality setting screen  
appears.  
MEDIA INFO  
You can display the “Memory Stick PRO  
Duo” information such as the recordable  
time, etc. (p. 58).  
2
3
Touch the desired image quality.  
indicates HD (high definition)  
image quality, and  
indicates SD  
MEDIA FORMAT  
You can format the “Memory Stick PRO  
Duo” and recover the recordable free space  
(standard definition) image quality.  
Touch [YES] t  
.
The image quality is changed.  
REPAIR IMG.DB F.  
You can repair the management  
information on the “Memory Stick PRO  
Duo” (p. 59).  
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Checking the  
Deleting all images  
(Formatting)  
“Memory Stick PRO  
Duo” information  
Formatting deletes all the images to recover  
recordable free space.  
You can check the remaining recordable  
time for each [REC MODE] (p. 62), and the  
approximate free and used space of the  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo.”  
To avoid the loss of important images, you  
should save them before formatting.  
Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet  
(wall socket) using the supplied AC  
Adaptor for this operation (p. 15).  
b Notes  
• During Easy Handycam operation, you cannot  
check the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”  
information. Cancel Easy Handycam operation  
(p. 22).  
1
Insert the “Memory Stick PRO  
Duo” to be formatted into your  
camcorder.  
1
2
Turn the  
Touch  
(MANAGE MEDIA) t [MEDIA  
INFO].  
(Movie) lamp on.  
2
3
Turn on your camcorder.  
(HOME) t  
Touch  
(HOME) t  
(MANAGE MEDIA) t [MEDIA  
FORMAT].  
The remaining recordable time for each  
recording mode is displayed.  
z Tips  
• You can check the recordable free space, etc. by  
touching  
at the lower right on the screen.  
To turn off the display  
4
5
Touch [YES] t [YES].  
Touch  
.
b Notes  
When [Completed.] appears,  
• The calculation for space available on a  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” is 1MB = 1,048,576  
bytes. The fractions less than 1 MB are  
discarded when the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”  
space is displayed. Therefore, the displayed size  
of the total space available on a “Memory Stick  
PRO Duo,” both free and used, will be slightly  
smaller than the advertized size of the “Memory  
Stick PRO Duo.”  
touch  
.
b Notes  
• While the access lamp is lit, do not eject the  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” from your  
camcorder.  
• Even the still images protected with another  
device against accidental deletion are also  
deleted.  
• Since there is a management file area, the used  
space is not displayed as 0 MB even if you  
perform [MEDIA FORMAT] (p. 58).  
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Repairing the image  
database file  
This function checks the management  
information and the consistency of movies/  
still images in the “Memory Stick PRO  
Duo,” and repairs any inconsistencies  
found.  
• Do not attempt the following operations when  
[Executing...] is on the screen:  
– Close the LCD panel  
– Operate the  
(Movie)/  
(Still) select  
switch or buttons  
– Eject the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”  
• While [MEDIA FORMAT] is activated, do not  
disconnect the AC Adaptor.  
1
Touch  
(HOME) t  
(MANAGE MEDIA) t [REPAIR  
IMG.DB F.].  
2
Touch [YES].  
Your camcorder will check the  
management file.  
If no inconsistency was found, touch  
to finish the operation.  
3
4
Touch [YES].  
After [Completed.] appears, touch  
.
b Notes  
• Do not apply mechanical shock or vibration to  
your camcorder, and do not remove the AC  
Adaptor or the battery pack, or eject “Memory  
Stick PRO Duo” from your camcorder during  
the operation.  
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Customizing Your Camcorder  
What you can do with the  
(SETTINGS)  
category of the  
HOME MENU  
You can change the recording functions and  
the operating settings for your convenience.  
3
4
5
Touch the desired setup item.  
If the item is not on the screen, touch  
Using the HOME MENU  
/
to change the page.  
1
Open the LCD panel to turn on  
your camcorder, then touch  
(HOME).  
(HOME)  
Touch the desired item.  
If the item is not on the screen, touch  
/
to change the page.  
Change the setting, then touch  
.
(SETTINGS) category  
2
Touch  
(SETTINGS).  
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SOUND/DISP SET** (p. 68)  
List of the  
(SETTINGS)  
Items  
Page  
category items  
VOLUME*  
BEEP*  
MOVIE SETTINGS (p. 62)  
Items  
Page  
LCD BRIGHT  
LCD BL LEVEL  
LCD COLOR  
REC MODE  
AUDIO MODE  
WIDE SELECT  
DIGITAL ZOOM  
STEADYSHOT  
AUTO SLW SHUTTR  
X.V.COLOR  
OUTPUT SETTINGS (p. 69)  
Items  
Page  
TV TYPE  
DISP OUTPUT  
COMPONENT  
GUIDEFRAME  
ZEBRA  
REMAINING SET  
SUB-T DATE  
FLASH MODE*  
FLASH LEVEL  
REDEYE REDUC  
FACE DETECTION  
INDEX SET*  
CLOCK/ LANG (p. 70)  
Items  
Page  
CLOCK SET*  
AREA SET  
DST SET/SUMMERTIME  
LANGUAGE SET*  
GENERAL SET (p. 71)  
PHOTO SETTINGS (p. 66)  
Items  
Page  
Items  
Page  
DEMO MODE  
CALIBRATION  
A.SHUT OFF  
QUICK ON STBY  
CTRL FOR HDMI  
IMAGE SIZE*  
FILE NO.  
GUIDEFRAME  
ZEBRA  
FLASH MODE*  
FLASH LEVEL  
REDEYE REDUC  
FACE DETECTION  
*
You can set these items also during Easy  
Handycam operation (p. 22).  
** The menu name is changed to [SOUND  
SETTINGS] during Easy Handycam operation.  
VIEW IMAGES SET (p. 67)  
Items  
Page  
DATA CODE  
DISPLAY  
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MOVIE SETTINGS  
(Items for recording movies)  
BSD SP (  
)
Records in standard quality mode.  
(SD 6M (SP)).  
SD LP (  
)
Increases the recording time (Long Play).  
(SD 3M (LP))  
Touch 1, then 2.  
If the item is not on the screen, touch  
to change the page.  
b Notes  
/
• If you record in the LP mode, the quality of  
movies may be degraded, or scenes with quick  
movements may appear with block noise when  
you play back the image.  
How to set  
(HOME MENU) t page 60  
(OPTION MENU) t page 72  
z Tips  
• See page 10 on the expected recording time of  
each recording mode.  
The default settings are marked with B.  
AUDIO MODE  
REC MODE  
You can change the recording sound  
format.  
You can select a recording quality to record  
a movie.  
B5.1ch SURROUND (  
Records sound in 5.1ch surround.  
)
x For HD (high definition) image  
quality:  
2ch STEREO (  
Records sound in 2ch stereo.  
)
HD FH (  
)
Records in the highest quality mode.  
(AVC HD 16M (FH))  
b Notes  
appears temporarily regardless of the  
setting when you play back movies recorded on  
the setting; [RECORD SOUND] to [OFF] of  
[SMTH SLW REC].  
HD HQ (  
Records in high quality mode.  
(AVC HD 9M (HQ))  
)
BHD SP (  
Records in standard quality mode.  
(AVC HD 7M (SP))  
)
WIDE SELECT  
When recording with SD (standard  
definition) image quality, you can select the  
horizontal to vertical ratio according to the  
TV connected. Refer also to the instruction  
manuals supplied with your TV.  
HD LP (  
)
Increases the recording time (Long Play).  
(AVC HD 5M (LP))  
x For SD (standard definition) image  
B16:9 WIDE  
Records images to the full screen on a 16:9  
(wide) TV screen.  
quality:  
SD HQ (  
)
Records in high quality mode.  
(SD 9M (HQ)).  
4:3 (  
)
Records images to the full screen on a 4:3  
TV screen.  
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b Notes  
X.V.COLOR  
• Set [TV TYPE] correctly according to the TV  
connected for playback (p. 69).  
When recording, set to [ON] to capture  
wider range of colors. Various colors such  
as the brilliant color of flowers and  
turquoise blue of the sea can be more  
faithfully reproduced.  
DIGITAL ZOOM  
You can select the maximum zoom level in  
case you want to zoom to a level greater  
than 10 × during recording. Note that the  
image quality decreases when you use the  
digital zoom.  
b Notes  
• Set [X.V.COLOR] to [ON] when the recorded  
content will be played back on an x.v.Color-  
compliant TV.  
• If the movie recorded with this function [ON] is  
played back on an non-x.v.Color-compliant TV,  
the color may not be reproduced correctly.  
• [X.V.COLOR] cannot be set to [ON]:  
– While recording with SD (standard definition)  
image quality  
– While recording a movie  
The right side of the bar shows the digital  
zooming factor. The zooming zone  
appears when you select the zooming  
level.  
GUIDEFRAME  
BOFF  
You can display the frame and check that  
the subject is horizontal or vertical by  
setting [GUIDEFRAME] to [ON].  
The frame is not recorded. Press DISP/  
BATT INFO to make the frame disappear  
(The default setting is [OFF]).  
Up to 10 × zoom is performed optically.  
20 ×  
Up to 10 × zoom is performed optically,  
and after that, up to 20 × zoom is  
performed digitally.  
z Tips  
120 ×  
• Positioning the subject at the cross point of the  
guide frame makes a balanced composition.  
Up to 10 × zoom is performed optically,  
and after that, up to 120 × zoom is  
performed digitally.  
ZEBRA  
STEADYSHOT  
Diagonal stripes appear in portions of the  
screen where brightness is at a preset level.  
This is useful as a guide when adjusting the  
brightness. When you change the default  
You can compensate for camera shake (the  
default setting is [ON]). Set  
[STEADYSHOT] to [OFF] ( ) when  
using a tripod (optional), then the image  
becomes natural.  
setting,  
is displayed. The zebra pattern  
is not recorded.  
BOFF  
AUTO SLW SHUTTR  
(Auto Slow Shutter)  
The zebra pattern is not displayed.  
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When recording in dark places, the shutter  
speed is automatically reduced to 1/30  
second (The default setting is [ON]).  
The zebra pattern appears at a screen  
brightness level of about 70 IRE.  
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b Notes  
100  
The zebra pattern appears at a screen  
brightness level of about 100 IRE or  
higher.  
• The images recorded with HD (high definition)  
image quality can be played back only on  
AVCHD format compatible devices.  
• [SUB-T DATE] cannot be set for SD (standard  
definition) image quality.  
b Notes  
• Portions of the screen where brightness is about  
100 IRE or above may appear overexposed.  
FLASH MODE  
z Tips  
You can select the flash setting when you  
record still images with the built-in flash.  
• IRE represents the unit of images brightness  
amplitude.  
BAUTO  
Automatically flashes when there is  
insufficient ambient light.  
REMAINING SET  
BON  
ON (  
)
Always displays the remaining “Memory  
Stick PRO Duo” indicator.  
Always uses the flash regardless of the  
surrounding brightness.  
AUTO  
OFF (  
Records without flash.  
)
Displays the remaining recording time of  
movies for about 8 seconds in situations  
such as those described below.  
– When your camcorder recognizes the  
remaining “Memory Stick PRO Duo”  
capacity while the  
lights up  
– When you press DISP/BATT INFO to  
switch the indicator from off to on while  
b Notes  
• The recommended distance to the subject when  
using the built-in flash is approximately 0.3 to  
1.5 m (1 to 5 feet).  
• Remove any dust from the surface of the flash  
before using it. Flash effect may be impaired if  
heat discoloration or dust obscures the lamp.  
(Movie) lamp  
the  
(Movie) lamp lights up  
• The /CHG (charge) lamp flickers while  
charging the flash, and remains lit when the  
battery charge is complete.  
– When you select the movie recording  
mode on the HOME MENU.  
• If you use the flash in bright places such as  
when shooting a backlit subject, the flash may  
not be effective.  
b Notes  
• When the remaining recordable time for movies  
is less than 5 minutes, the indicator stays on the  
screen.  
FLASH LEVEL  
You can set this function when you use the  
built-in flash.  
SUB-T DATE  
(Subtitle date)  
HIGH(  
)
When you set to [ON] (the default setting),  
you can display the recording date and time  
while playing back the images recorded on  
your camcorder, on devices compatible  
with the subtitle display function. Refer  
also to the instruction manual of the display  
device.  
Makes the flash level higher.  
BNORMAL(  
LOW(  
Makes the flash level lower.  
)
)
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REDEYE REDUC  
INDEX SET  
You can set this function when you record  
still images using the built-in flash.  
When you set [REDEYE REDUC] to [ON],  
then set [FLASH MODE] to [AUTO] or  
The default setting is [ON], allowing you to  
search for faces automatically and to  
display the [Face Index] screen (p. 34).  
Face icons and their meanings  
: This icon appears when the setting is  
[ON].  
: This icon flashes when your camcorder  
detects a face. The icon stops flashing  
when the face is recorded in the [Face  
Index].  
:This icon appears when faces cannot  
be recorded in the [Face Index].*  
[ON],  
appears. You can prevent redeye  
by activating the pre-flash before the flash  
flashes.  
b Notes  
• The redeye reduction may not produce the  
desired effect due to individual differences and  
other conditions.  
* The number of faces that can be detected is  
limited.  
FACE DETECTION  
Detects faces and adjusts the focus, color  
and exposure automatically. Also,  
optimizes the face image.  
BON (  
)
Detects a face and shows a frame on it. The  
detected face image is optimized  
automatically.  
Face detection frame  
Face detection mark  
ON[NO FRAMES] (  
)
Detects a face without showing a frame.  
The detected face image is optimized  
automatically.  
OFF  
Does not use [FACE DETECTION]  
function.  
b Notes  
• Faces may not be detected depending on  
recording conditions.  
• [FACE DETECTION] may not function  
properly depending on recording conditions. Set  
[FACE DETECTION] to [OFF] in this case.  
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PHOTO SETTINGS  
(Items for recording still images)  
Capacity of the “Memory Stick PRO  
Duo” and the number of recordable  
images (Unit: number of images)*  
When the  
(Still) lamp lights up:  
4.0M  
2304 × 1728  
Touch 1, then 2.  
If the item is not on the screen, touch  
to change the page.  
/
1GB  
2GB  
4GB  
8GB  
16GB  
475  
970  
How to set  
(HOME MENU) t page 60  
(OPTION MENU) t page 72  
1900  
3850  
7700  
The default settings are marked with B.  
* The number of recordable still images shown is  
for the maximum image size of your camcorder.  
The actual number of recordable still images is  
displayed on the LCD screen during recording  
(p. 103).  
IMAGE SIZE  
B4.0M (  
)
Records still images clearly (2,304 ×  
1,728).  
b Notes  
• When using a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” made  
by Sony Corporation. The number of recordable  
still images varies depending on the recording  
conditions or type of “Memory Stick.”  
• The unique pixel array of Sony’s ClearVid  
CMOS sensor and image processing system  
(BIONZ) allows for still image resolution  
equivalent to the sizes described.  
3.0M (  
)
Records still images clearly in the 16:9  
(wide) ratio (2,304 × 1,296).  
1.9M (  
)
Allows you to record more still images in  
relatively clear quality (1,600 × 1,200).  
z Tips  
VGA (0.3M) (  
)
• You can also use a “Memory Stick Duo” with a  
capacity of under 1 GB for recording still  
images.  
Allows the maximum number of still  
images to be recorded (640 × 480).  
b Notes  
• The set image size is effective during the  
(Still) lamp turning on.  
FILE NO.  
BSERIES  
Assigns file numbers in sequence even if  
the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” is replaced  
with another one. The file number is reset  
when a new folder is created or the  
recording folder is replaced with another.  
RESET  
Assigns file numbers in sequence,  
following the largest file number existing  
on the current recording “Memory Stick  
PRO Duo.”  
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VIEW IMAGES SET  
(Items to customize the display)  
GUIDEFRAME  
See page 63.  
ZEBRA  
See page 63.  
Touch 1, then 2.  
If the item is not on the screen, touch  
to change the page.  
/
FLASH MODE  
See page 64.  
How to set  
(HOME MENU) t page 60  
(OPTION MENU) t page 72  
FLASH LEVEL  
See page 64.  
The default settings are marked with B.  
REDEYE REDUC  
DATA CODE  
See page 65.  
During playback, displays the information  
(data code) recorded automatically at the  
time of recording.  
FACE DETECTION  
See page 65.  
BOFF  
Data code is not displayed.  
DATE/TIME  
Displays the date and time.  
CAMERA DATA (below)  
Displays camera setting data.  
DATE/TIME  
ADate  
BTime  
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SOUND/DISP SET  
(Items to adjust the sound and the screen)  
CAMERA DATA  
Movie  
Touch 1, then 2.  
If the item is not on the screen, touch  
to change the page.  
/
Still image  
How to set  
(HOME MENU) t page 60  
(OPTION MENU) t page 72  
The default settings are marked with B.  
VOLUME  
CSteadyShot off  
DBrightness  
EWhite balance  
FGain  
Touch  
/
to adjust the volume  
BEEP  
GShutter speed  
HAperture value  
IExposure  
BON  
A melody sounds when you start/stop  
recording, or operate the touch panel.  
z Tips  
appears for an image recorded using a flash.  
OFF  
• The data code is displayed on the TV screen if  
you connect your camcorder to a TV.  
Cancels the melody.  
• Depending on the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”  
condition, bars [--:--:--] appear.  
LCD BRIGHT  
You can adjust the brightness of the LCD  
screen with  
DISPLAY  
/
.
1 Adjust the brightness with  
/
.
You can select the number of thumbnails  
that appear on the VISUAL INDEX screen.  
Thumbnail 1 Glossary (p. 105)  
2 Touch  
.
z Tips  
BZOOM LINK  
• This adjustment does not affect the recorded  
images in any way.  
Change the number of thumbnails (6 or 12)  
with the power zoom lever on your  
camcorder.  
6IMAGES  
Displays thumbnails of 6 images.  
12IMAGES  
Displays thumbnails of 12 images.  
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OUTPUT SETTINGS  
(Items for when connecting other devices)  
LCD BL LEVEL  
You can adjust the brightness of the LCD  
screen’s backlight.  
BNORMAL  
Standard brightness.  
Touch 1, then 2.  
If the item is not on the screen, touch  
to change the page.  
BRIGHT  
Brightens the LCD screen.  
/
b Notes  
How to set  
• When you connect your camcorder to outside  
power sources, [BRIGHT] is automatically  
selected for the setting.  
• When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is  
slightly reduced during recording.  
(HOME MENU) t page 60  
(OPTION MENU) t page 72  
The default settings are marked with B.  
• If you open the LCD panel 180 degrees to face  
the screen outside and close the LCD panel to  
the camcorder body, the setting becomes  
[NORMAL] automatically.  
TV TYPE  
You need to convert the signal depending  
on the TV connected when playing back the  
image. The recorded images are played  
back as following illustrations.  
z Tips  
• This adjustment does not affect the recorded  
images in any way.  
B16:9  
LCD COLOR  
Select this to view your images on a 16:9  
(wide) TV.  
You can adjust the color of the LCD screen  
16:9 (wide)  
images  
4:3 images  
with  
/
.
Low intensity  
z Tips  
High intensity  
• This adjustment does not affect the recorded  
images in any way.  
4:3  
Select this to view your images on a 4:3  
standard TV.  
16:9 (wide)  
images  
4:3 images  
b Notes  
• Horizontal to vertical ratio of the image  
recorded with HD (high definition) image  
quality is 16:9.  
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CLOCK/ LANG  
(Items to set clock and language)  
• When you connect your camcorder to a TV  
compatible with the ID-1/ID-2 system, set [TV  
TYPE] to [16:9]. The TV switches to full mode  
automatically. Refer also to the instruction  
manuals supplied with your TV.  
DISP OUTPUT  
Touch 1, then 2.  
If the item is not on the screen, touch  
to change the page.  
BLCD PANEL  
Shows displays such as the time code on  
the LCD screen.  
/
How to set  
V-OUT/PANEL  
Shows displays such as the time code on  
the TV screen and the LCD screen.  
(HOME MENU) t page 60  
(OPTION MENU) t page 72  
b Notes  
CLOCK SET  
• The setting of [DISP OUTPUT] may be  
changed according to the setting of [CTRL FOR  
HDMI] (p. 71).  
See page 19.  
AREA SET  
COMPONENT  
You can adjust a time difference without  
stopping the clock.  
Select [COMPONENT] when connecting  
your camcorder to a TV with the  
component input jack.  
Set your local area using  
/
when using  
your camcorder in other time zones.  
Refer to the world time difference on page  
90.  
480i  
Select when connecting your camcorder to  
a TV with the component input jack.  
DST SET/SUMMERTIME  
B1080i/480i  
Select when connecting your camcorder to  
a TV that has the component input jack  
and is capable of displaying the 1080i  
signal.  
You can change this setting without  
stopping the clock.  
Set to [ON] to move the time forward  
1 hour.  
LANGUAGE SET  
You can select the language to be used on  
the LCD screen.  
z Tips  
• Your camcorder offers [ENG[SIMP]]  
(simplified English) for when you cannot find  
your native tongue among the options.  
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GENERAL SET  
(Other setup items)  
A.SHUT OFF (Auto shut  
off)  
B5 min  
The camcorder is automatically turned off  
when you do not operate your camcorder  
for more than approximately 5 minutes.  
Touch 1, then 2.  
If the item is not on the screen, touch  
to change the page.  
NEVER  
/
The camcorder is not automatically turned  
off.  
How to set  
b Notes  
(HOME MENU) t page 60  
(OPTION MENU) t page 72  
• When you connect your camcorder to a wall  
outlet (wall socket), [A.SHUT OFF] is  
automatically set to [NEVER].  
The default settings are marked with B.  
QUICK ON STBY  
(Quick on standby)  
DEMO MODE  
The default setting is [ON], allowing you to  
view the demonstration in about 10  
You can set the time that you want the  
camcorder to remain on before turning off  
in sleep mode (p. 29) from [OFF], [5 min]  
(the default setting), [10 min] and [15 min].  
minutes, after you turn on the  
lamp.  
(Movie)  
z Tips  
b Notes  
• The demonstration will be suspended in  
situations such as those described below.  
• [A.SHUT OFF] does not work during sleep  
mode.  
– When you press START/STOP or PHOTO.  
z Tips  
– When you touch the screen during the  
demonstration (The demonstration starts  
again after about 10 minutes).  
• When you set to [OFF], you can save battery  
power by not using the QUICK ON function.  
– When you turn on the  
(Still) lamp.  
CTRL FOR HDMI  
(Control for HDMI)  
CALIBRATION  
See page 96.  
The default setting is [ON], allowing you to  
do the playback operation with the remote  
commander of your TV by connecting your  
camcorder to a “BRAVIA” Sync  
compatible TV with the HDMI cable  
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Activating functions using the OPTION MENU  
The  
OPTION MENU appears just like  
the pop-up window that appears when you  
right-click the mouse on a computer.  
Various available functions are displayed.  
3
Change the setting, then touch  
.
Using the OPTION MENU  
b Notes  
• The tabs and items that appear on the screen  
depend on the recording/playback status of your  
camcorder at the time.  
1
While using your camcorder,  
touch (OPTION) on the screen.  
• Some items appear without a tab.  
• The  
OPTION MENU cannot be used during  
Easy Handycam operation.  
(OPTION)  
Tab  
2
Touch the desired item.  
If you cannot find the desired item,  
touch another tab to change the page.  
If you cannot find the item anywhere,  
the function does not work under the  
current situation.  
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Recording items on the OPTION  
MENU  
Viewing items on the OPTION  
MENU  
Items  
*
Page  
Items  
tab  
*
Page  
tab  
a
a
a
FOCUS  
DELETE  
SPOT FOCUS  
TELE MACRO  
EXPOSURE  
DELETE by date  
DELETE ALL  
SPOT METER  
SCENE SELECTION  
WHITE BAL.  
tab  
DIVIDE  
a
a
a
ERASE ALL  
MOVE  
COLOR SLOW SHTR  
tab  
-- (The tab depends on the situation/No  
tab)  
FADER  
a
a
a
a
a
ADD**  
D.EFFECT  
PICT.EFFECT  
ADD**  
ADD by date**  
ADD by date**  
tab  
PRINT  
a
REC MODE  
SLIDE SHOW  
VOLUME  
DATA CODE  
SLIDE SHOW SET  
ADD  
BLT-IN ZOOM MIC  
MICREF LEVEL  
IMAGE SIZE  
SELF-TIMER  
FLASH MODE  
TIMING  
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
ADD  
ADD by date  
ADD by date  
COPIES  
RECORD SOUND  
*
Items that are included also in the HOME  
MENU.  
DATE/TIME  
SIZE  
a
ERASE  
*
Items that are included also in the HOME  
MENU.  
** Items that are included in the HOME MENU  
by a different name.  
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Functions set in the OPTION MENU  
Items you can set only on the  
MENU will be described below.  
OPTION  
SPOT FOCUS  
You can select and adjust the focal point to  
aim it at a subject not located at the center  
of the screen.  
The default settings are marked with B.  
FOCUS  
You can adjust the focus manually. You can  
select this function also when you want to  
focus on a certain subject intentionally.  
1 Touch the subject on the screen.  
9 appears.  
1 Touch [MANUAL].  
2 Touch [END].  
9 appears.  
2 Touch  
(focusing on close subjects)/  
To adjust the focus automatically, touch  
[AUTO] t [END] in step 1.  
(focusing on distant subjects) to  
sharpen the focus.  
appears when the  
focus cannot be adjusted any closer, and  
appears when the focus cannot be adjusted  
farther away.  
b Notes  
• If you set [SPOT FOCUS], [FOCUS] is  
automatically set to [MANUAL].  
3 Touch  
.
To adjust the focus automatically, touch  
TELE MACRO  
[AUTO] t  
in step 1.  
This is useful to shoot small subjects, such  
as flowers or insects. You can blur out  
backgrounds and the subject stands out  
clearer.  
b Notes  
• The minimum possible distance between  
camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp  
focus is about 1 cm (about 13/32 in.) for wide  
angle and about 80 cm (about 2 5/8 feet) for  
telephoto.  
When you set [TELE MACRO] to [ON]  
(
), the zoom (p. 28) moves to the top of  
the T (telephoto) side automatically and  
allows recording subjects at a close distance  
as down to about 36 cm (14 1/4 in.).  
z Tips  
• It is easier to focus on the subject by moving the  
power zoom lever towards T (telephoto) to  
adjust the focus, then towards W (wide angle) to  
adjust the zoom for recording. When you want  
to record a subject at close range, move the  
power zoom lever to W (wide angle), then  
adjust the focus.  
• The focal distance information (distance at  
which the subject is focused on, if it is dark and  
focus adjustment is difficult) appears for a few  
seconds in the following cases.  
To cancel, touch [OFF], or zoom to wide-  
angle (W side).  
b Notes  
• When recording a distant subject, focusing may  
be difficult and can take some time.  
• Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 74)  
when it is hard to focus automatically.  
– when the focus mode is switched from  
automatic to manual  
– when you set focus manually  
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EXPOSURE  
SCENE SELECTION  
You can fix the brightness of a picture  
manually. Adjust the brightness when the  
subject is too bright or too dark.  
You can record images effectively in  
various situations.  
BAUTO  
Select to automatically record images  
effectively without the [SCENE  
SELECTION] function.  
TWILIGHT* (  
)
Select to maintain the darkening  
atmosphere of the distant surroundings in  
twilight scenes.  
1 Touch [MANUAL].  
appears.  
2 Adjust the exposure by touching  
/
.
3 Touch  
To return the setting to automatic exposure,  
touch [AUTO] t in step 1.  
.
TWILIGHT PORT. (  
Select to take subject in foreground against  
night view.  
)
SPOT METER (Flexible  
spot meter)  
You can adjust and fix the exposure to the  
subject, so that it is recorded in suitable  
brightness even when there is strong  
contrast between the subject and the  
background, such as subjects in the  
spotlight on stage.  
CANDLE ( )  
Select to maintain the dim atmosphere of a  
candlelit scene.  
SUNRISE&SUNSET* (  
)
Select to reproduce the atmosphere of  
scenes such as sunsets or sunrises.  
1 Touch the point where you want to fix and  
adjust the exposure on the screen.  
FIREWORKS* (  
)
appears.  
2 Touch [END].  
Select to take spectacular shots of  
fireworks.  
To return the setting to automatic exposure,  
touch [AUTO] t [END] in step 1.  
b Notes  
• If you set [SPOT METER], [EXPOSURE] is  
automatically set to [MANUAL].  
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• If you set [SCENE SELECTION], [WHITE  
BAL.] setting is canceled.  
LANDSCAPE*(  
)
Select to shoot distant subjects clearly.  
This setting also prevents your camcorder  
from focusing on glass or metal mesh in  
windows that comes in between the  
camcorder and the subject.  
WHITE BAL. (White  
balance)  
You can adjust the color balance to the  
recording environment.  
BAUTO  
The white balance is adjusted  
automatically.  
PORTRAIT (Soft portrait) (  
)
Select to bring out the subject such as  
people or flowers while creating a soft  
background.  
OUTDOOR (  
)
The white balance is adjusted to be  
appropriate for the following recording  
conditions:  
– Outdoors  
– Night views, neon signs and fireworks  
– Sunrise or sunset  
– Under daylight fluorescent lamps  
SPOTLIGHT**(  
)
Select to prevent people’s faces from  
appearing excessively white when subjects  
are lit by strong light.  
INDOOR (n)  
The white balance is adjusted to be  
appropriate for the following recording  
conditions:  
– Indoors  
BEACH** (  
)
– At party scenes or studios where the lighting  
conditions change quickly  
– Under video lamps in a studio, or under  
sodium lamps or incandescent-like color  
lamps  
Select to take the vivid blue of the ocean or  
a lake.  
ONE PUSH (  
The white balance will be adjusted  
according to the ambient light.  
)
SNOW** (  
Select to take bright pictures of a white  
landscape.  
)
1 Touch [ONE PUSH].  
2 Frame a white object such as a piece of  
paper, to fill the screen under the same  
lighting conditions as you will shoot  
the subject.  
* Adjusted to focus on subjects farther away  
only.  
3 Touch [  
].  
flashes quickly. When the white  
balance has been adjusted and stored in  
the memory, the indicator stops  
flashing.  
** Adjusted not to focus on subjects a short  
distance away.  
b Notes  
• Even if you set [TWILIGHT PORT.] while the  
(Still) lamp is lit, the setting changes to  
[AUTO] once the  
(Movie) lamp lights up.  
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b Notes  
1 Select the desired effect in [STBY] (to  
fading in) or [REC] (to fading out) mode,  
• Set [WHITE BAL.] to [AUTO] or adjust the  
color in [ONE PUSH] under white or cool white  
fluorescent lamps.  
then touch  
.
2 Press START/STOP.  
• When you select [ONE PUSH], keep framing  
The fader indicator stops flashing and  
disappears when the fade is complete.  
white objects while  
flashes slowly if [ONE PUSH] could not  
be set.  
• When [ONE PUSH] was selected, if  
is flashing quickly.  
To cancel the fader before starting the  
operation, touch [OFF] in step 1.  
If you press START/STOP, the setting is  
canceled.  
keeps  
, set [WHITE BAL.]  
flashing after touching  
to [AUTO].  
• If you set [WHITE BAL.], [SCENE  
SELECTION] is set to [AUTO].  
STBY  
REC  
Fading out  
Fading in  
z Tips  
• If you have changed the battery pack while  
[AUTO] was selected, or bring your camcorder  
outdoors from inside the house, or vice versa,  
select [AUTO] and aim your camcorder at a  
nearby white object for about 10 seconds for  
better color balance adjustment.  
WHITE FADER  
BLACK FADER  
• When the white balance has been set with [ONE  
PUSH], if you change the [SCENE  
SELECTION] settings, or bring your camcorder  
outdoors from inside the house, or vice versa,  
you need to redo the [ONE PUSH] procedure to  
readjust the white balance.  
D.EFFECT (Digital effect)  
When you select [OLD MOVIE],  
appears and you can add an old movie  
effect to images.  
COLOR SLOW SHTR  
(Color Slow Shutter)  
To cancel [D.EFFECT], touch [OFF].  
When you set [COLOR SLOW SHTR] to  
[ON],  
appears, and you can record an  
image brighter in color even in dark places.  
To cancel, touch [OFF].  
PICT.EFFECT (Picture  
effect)  
b Notes  
You can add special effects to an image  
• Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 74)  
when it is hard to focus automatically.  
• The shutter speed of your camcorder changes  
depending on the brightness, which may result  
in a slowdown of the motion of the image.  
during recording.  
appears.  
BOFF  
Does not use [PICT.EFFECT] setting.  
SEPIA  
Images appear in sepia.  
FADER  
B&W (Black and white)  
Images appear in black and white.  
You can record a transition with the  
following effects added to the interval  
between scenes.  
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PASTEL  
Images appear as a pale pastel drawing.  
BLT-IN ZOOM MIC (Built-  
in zoom microphone)  
When you set [BLT-IN ZOOM MIC] to  
[ON] (  
), you can record a movie with  
directional sound as you move the power  
zoom lever (The default setting is [OFF]).  
MICREF LEVEL  
(Microphone reference  
level)  
You can select the microphone level for  
recording sound.  
Select [LOW] when you want to record  
exciting and powerful sound in a concert  
hall, etc.  
BNORMAL  
Records surrounding sounds, converting  
them into the appropriate level.  
LOW (  
)
Records surrounding sounds faithfully.  
This setting is not suitable for recording  
conversations.  
SELF-TIMER  
appears when [SELF-TIMER] is set to  
[ON].  
Press PHOTO to start the count down. A  
still image is recorded after about 10  
seconds.  
To cancel the recording, touch [RESET].  
To cancel the self-timer, select [OFF].  
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Troubleshooting  
Troubleshooting  
If you run into any problems using your  
camcorder, use the following table to  
troubleshoot the problem. If the problem  
persists, disconnect the power source and  
contact your Sony dealer.  
Buttons do not work.  
• During Easy Handycam operation (p. 22),  
the following buttons/functions are not  
available.  
– Playback zoom (p. 35)  
operation................................................79  
– To turn on and off the LCD backlight  
(Pressing and holding the DISP/BATT  
INFO button for a few seconds) (p. 19)  
Batteries/Power sources ........................80  
LCD screen............................................80  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo”....................81  
Recording ..............................................81  
Playing back images .............................83  
Viewing on the TV................................84  
other devices..........................................84  
simultaneously.......................................84  
(OPTION) is not displayed.  
• The OPTION MENU cannot be used  
during Easy Handycam operation.  
The menu settings have changed  
automatically.  
• During Easy Handycam operation, nearly  
all the menu items will be automatically set  
to the default settings.  
• During Easy Handycam operation, some  
menu items are fixed as follows.  
– [REC MODE]: [HD SP]/[SD SP]  
– [DATA CODE]: [DATE/TIME]  
• The following menu items return to the  
default settings when you turn off your  
camcorder for more than 12 hours.  
– [FOCUS]  
Overall operations/Easy  
Handycam operation  
The power does not turn on.  
• Insert a charged battery pack into the  
camcorder (p. 15).  
– [SPOT FOCUS]  
• The plug of the AC Adaptor has been  
disconnected from the wall outlet (wall  
socket). Connect it to the wall outlet (wall  
socket) (p. 15).  
– [EXPOSURE]  
– [SPOT METER]  
– [SCENE SELECTION]  
– [WHITE BAL.]  
• Set the camcorder onto the Handycam  
Station securely (p. 15).  
– [COLOR SLOW SHTR]  
– [BLT-IN ZOOM MIC]  
– [MICREF LEVEL]  
The camcorder does not operate  
even when the power is set to on.  
Even if you press EASY, menu  
settings do not switch to their  
defaults automatically.  
• It takes a few seconds for your camcorder  
to be ready to shoot after the power is  
turned on. This is not a malfunction.  
• During Easy Handycam operation, settings  
for the following menu items are  
maintained the ones before Easy Handycam  
operation.  
• Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall  
outlet (wall socket) or remove the battery  
pack, then reconnect it after about 1 minute.  
If the functions still do not work, press the  
RESET button (p. 99) using a pointed  
object (If you press the RESET button, all  
settings, including the clock setting, are  
reset).  
– [  
/
SET]  
– [AUDIO MODE]  
– [WIDE SELECT]  
– [X.V.COLOR]  
– [SUB-T DATE]  
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– [FLASH MODE]  
The /CHG (charge) lamp flashes  
while the battery pack is being  
charged.  
– [  
INDEX SET]  
– [  
IMAGE SIZE]  
– [FILE NO.]  
– [  
DISPLAY]  
• Insert the battery pack into the camcorder  
correctly (p. 15). If the problem persists,  
disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall  
outlet (wall socket) and contact your Sony  
dealer. The battery pack may be damaged.  
– [VOLUME]  
– [BEEP]  
– [TV TYPE]  
– [COMPONENT]  
– [CLOCK SET]  
– [AREA SET]  
– [DST SET]/[SUMMERTIME]  
The remaining battery time indicator  
does not indicate the correct time.  
– [  
LANGUAGE SET]  
– [DEMO MODE]  
– [CTRL FOR HDMI]  
• The ambient temperature is too high or too  
low. This is not a malfunction.  
• The battery pack has not been charged  
enough. Fully charge the battery again. If  
the problem persists, replace the battery  
pack with a new one (p. 15).  
• The indicated time may not be correct  
depending on the environment of use.  
Your camcorder gets warm.  
• This is because the power has been turned  
on for a long time. This is not a  
malfunction.  
Batteries/Power sources  
The battery pack is quickly  
discharged.  
The power abruptly turns off.  
• The ambient temperature is too high or low.  
This is not a malfunction.  
• Fully charge the battery again. If the  
problem persists, replace the battery pack  
with a new one (p. 15).  
• When approximately 5 minutes have  
elapsed while you do not operate your  
camcorder, the camcorder is automatically  
turned off (A.SHUT OFF). Change the  
setting of [A.SHUT OFF] (p. 71), or turn  
on the power again, or use the AC Adaptor.  
• When the time selected in [QUICK ON  
STBY] has elapsed during sleep mode, the  
camcorder is automatically turned off  
(p. 71). Turn on the power again.  
LCD screen  
Menu items are grayed out.  
• You cannot select grayed items in the  
current recording/playback situation.  
• Charge the battery pack (p. 15).  
• There are some functions you cannot  
activate simultaneously (p. 84).  
The /CHG (charge) lamp does not  
light while the battery pack is being  
charged.  
The buttons do not appear on the  
touch panel.  
• Turn off your camcorder (p. 15).  
• Insert the battery pack into the camcorder  
correctly (p. 15).  
• Connect the power cord (mains lead) to the  
wall outlet (wall socket) properly.  
• Touch the LCD screen lightly.  
• Press DISP/BATT INFO (p. 18).  
• The battery charge is completed (p. 15).  
• Set the camcorder onto the Handycam  
Station securely (p. 15).  
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• The “Memory Stick PRO Duo” is full. Use  
a new “Memory Stick PRO Duo” or format  
the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” (p. 58). Or  
delete the unnecessary images (p. 46).  
The buttons on the touch panel do  
not work correctly or do not work at  
all.  
• Total number of movie scenes or still  
images exceeds the recordable capacity of  
your camcorder (p. 10). Delete unnecessary  
images (p. 46).  
• Moisture condensation has occurred. Turn  
off your camcorder and leave it for about 1  
hour in a cool place (p. 95).  
• Adjust the touch panel ([CALIBRATION],  
p. 96).  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo”  
You cannot operate functions using  
the “Memory Stick PRO Duo.”  
• If you use a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”  
formatted on a computer, format it again on  
your camcorder (p. 58).  
You cannot record a still image.  
• You cannot record a still image together  
with:  
– [SMTH SLW REC]  
– [FADER]  
– [D.EFFECT]  
– [PICT.EFFECT]  
You cannot delete images stored on  
or format the “Memory Stick PRO  
Duo.”  
• The maximum number of images that you  
can delete at one time is 100.  
• You cannot delete the images protected on  
another device.  
The access lamp remains lit or  
flashing even when you stop  
recording.  
• Your camcorder is recording the scene you  
have just shot on the “Memory Stick PRO  
Duo.”  
The data file name is not indicated  
correctly or flashes.  
• The file is damaged.  
• The file format is not supported by your  
camcorder (p. 92).  
The recording angle looks different.  
• The recording angle may look different  
depending on the condition of your  
camcorder. This is not a malfunction.  
Recording  
The flash does not work.  
• You cannot record with the flash when  
capturing still images while shooting a  
movie.  
Pressing START/STOP or PHOTO  
does not record images.  
• Even if auto flash or  
(Auto redeye  
• The playback screen is displayed. Slide the  
reduction) is selected, you cannot use the  
internal flash with:  
(Movie)/  
turn on the  
lamp (p. 27).  
(Still) select switch to  
(Movie) lamp or (Still)  
– [TWILIGHT], [CANDLE],  
[SUNRISE&SUNSET], [FIREWORKS],  
[LANDSCAPE], [SPOTLIGHT],  
[BEACH] or [SNOW] in [SCENE  
SELECTION]  
• You cannot record images in sleep mode.  
Open the LCD panel (p. 29).  
• Your camcorder is recording the image you  
have just shot on the “Memory Stick PRO  
Duo.” You cannot make new recording  
during this period.  
– [MANUAL] in [EXPOSURE]  
– [SPOT METER]  
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The actual recording time for movie  
is less than the expected  
Tiny spots in white, red, blue, or  
green appear on the screen.  
approximate recording time of the  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo.”  
• The spots appear when you are recording  
with [COLOR SLOW SHTR]. This is not a  
malfunction.  
• Depending on the recording conditions, the  
time available for recording may be shorter,  
for example when recording a fast moving  
object, etc. (p. 10, 64).  
The screen image is dark, and the  
subject does not appear on the  
screen.  
There is a time difference between  
the point where you press START/  
STOP and the point that the  
• Press and hold DISP/BATT INFO for a few  
seconds to turn on the backlight (p. 19).  
recorded movie starts/stops.  
Horizontal stripes appear on the  
images.  
• On your camcorder, there may be a slight  
time difference between the point where  
you press START/STOP and the actual  
point that recording movie starts/stops.  
This is not a malfunction.  
• This occurs when recording images under a  
fluorescent lamp, sodium lamp, or mercury  
lamp. This is not a malfunction.  
Black bands appear when you  
record a TV screen or computer  
screen.  
The horizontal to vertical ratio (16:9  
(wide)/4:3) cannot be changed.  
• The horizontal to vertical ratio of the movie  
recorded with HD (high definition) image  
quality is 16:9 (wide).  
• Set [STEADYSHOT] to [OFF] (p. 63).  
[COLOR SLOW SHTR] does not  
operate correctly.  
The auto focus does not function.  
• [COLOR SLOW SHTR] may not operate  
correctly in total darkness.  
• Set [FOCUS] to [AUTO] (p. 74).  
• The recording conditions are not suitable  
for auto focus. Adjust the focus manually  
(p. 74).  
You cannot adjust [LCD BL LEVEL].  
• You cannot adjust [LCD BL LEVEL]  
when:  
[STEADYSHOT] does not function.  
– The LCD panel is closed on your  
camcorder with the LCD screen facing  
out.  
– The power is supplied from the AC  
Adaptor.  
• Set [STEADYSHOT] to [ON] (p. 63).  
• [STEADYSHOT] may not be able to  
compensate for excessive vibrations.  
The subjects passing by the lens  
very fast appear crooked.  
• This is called the focal plane phenomenon.  
This is not a malfunction. Because of the  
way the image device (CMOS sensor) reads  
out image signals, the subjects passing by  
the lens rapidly might appear crooked  
depending on the recording conditions.  
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Playing back images  
Left and right sound will be heard  
unbalanced when playing back on  
computers or other devices.  
An image cannot be found for  
playback.  
• This happens when sound recorded in 5.1ch  
surround is converted to 2ch (normal stereo  
sound) by a computer or other device  
(p. 28). This is not a malfunction.  
• Change the sound conversion type  
(downmix type) when playing back on 2ch  
stereo devices. Refer to the instruction  
manual supplied with your playback device  
for details.  
• Change the sound to 2ch when creating a  
disc using the supplied software “Picture  
Motion Browser.”  
• Record sound with [AUDIO MODE] set to  
[2ch STEREO] (p. 62).  
• Select the image quality of a movie you  
want to play back by touching  
(HOME) t  
(MANAGE MEDIA) t  
[
/
SET] (p. 57).  
Images cannot be played back.  
• Images cannot be played back if you have  
modified files or folders, or have edited the  
data on a computer. (The file name flashes  
in the case of still images.) This is not a  
malfunction (p. 93).  
• Images recorded on other devices may not  
be played back. This is not a malfunction  
(p. 93).  
Editing images on your  
camcorder  
” is indicated on an image in the  
VISUAL INDEX screen.  
Unable to edit.  
• This may appear on still images recorded  
on other devices, edited on a computer, etc.  
• You removed the AC Adaptor or the  
battery pack before the access lamp is  
turned off after recording. This may  
• Unable to edit because of the condition of  
the image.  
Images cannot be added in the  
Playlist.  
damage your image data and  
displayed.  
is  
• There is no free space in the “Memory  
Stick PRO Duo.”  
” is indicated on an image in the  
• You can add no more than 999 images with  
HD (high definition) image quality, or 99  
images with SD (standard definition) image  
quality, to a Playlist. Erase unnecessary  
images from the Playlist (p. 50).  
VISUAL INDEX screen.  
• Perform [REPAIR IMG.DB F.] (p. 59). If it  
still appears, delete the image marked with  
(p. 46).  
• You cannot add still images in the Playlist.  
No sound or only a quiet sound is  
heard during playback.  
A movie cannot be divided.  
• A movie that is too short cannot be divided.  
• A movie protected on another device  
cannot be divided.  
• Turn up the volume (p. 33).  
• When you record sound with [MICREF  
LEVEL] (p. 78) set to [LOW], the recorded  
sound may be difficult to hear.  
• When using [SMTH SLW REC], set  
[RECORD SOUND] to [ON] (p. 30).  
Still images cannot be captured from  
a movie.  
• There is no space on the “Memory Stick  
PRO Duo” to record a still image.  
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Viewing on the TV  
Dubbing/Connecting to other  
devices  
You cannot view the image or hear  
the sound on the TV.  
You cannot dub correctly.  
• When you are using the component A/V  
cable, set [COMPONENT] according to the  
requirements of the connected device  
(p. 70).  
• When you are using the component video  
plug, make sure the red and white plugs of  
the A/V connecting cable are connected  
(p. 39, 41).  
• Images are not output from the HDMI OUT  
jack, if copyright protection signals are  
recorded in the images.  
• When you are using the S VIDEO plug,  
make sure the red and white plugs of the A/  
V connecting cable are connected (p. 41).  
• You cannot dub images using an HDMI  
cable.  
• The A/V connecting cable is not connected  
properly. Make sure to connect to the input  
jack of another device (p. 52).  
Functions that cannot be used  
simultaneously  
The following list shows examples of  
unworkable combinations of functions and  
menu items.  
Because of following  
Cannot use  
settings  
[SCENE  
SELECTION]  
[COLOR SLOW  
SHTR], [FADER],  
[OLD MOVIE], [TELE  
MACRO]  
The image appears distorted on the  
4:3 TV.  
• This happens when viewing an image  
recorded in the 16:9 (wide) mode on a 4:3  
TV. Set [TV TYPE] correctly (p. 69) and  
play back the image.  
[ONE PUSH] in  
[WHITE BAL.]  
[SMTH SLW REC]  
[SPOT FOCUS]  
[SCENE SELECTION]  
Black bands appear at the top and  
bottom of the screen of the 4:3 TV.  
[COLOR SLOW [FADER],  
SHTR]  
[D.EFFECT], [SCENE  
SELECTION]  
• This happens when viewing an image  
recorded in the 16:9 (wide) mode on a 4:3  
TV. This is not a malfunction.  
[FADER]  
[COLOR SLOW  
SHTR], [D.EFFECT],  
[CANDLE],  
[FIREWORKS]  
Playing the “Memory Stick PRO  
Duo” on other devices  
[D.EFFECT]  
[COLOR SLOW  
SHTR], [FADER],  
[SCENESELECTION],  
[PICT.EFFECT]  
The device does not play or read the  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo.”  
• You can play back the images with HD  
(high definition) image quality only on  
devices that comply with AVCHD-format.  
[PICT.EFFECT] [OLD MOVIE]  
[STEADYSHOT] [SMTH SLW REC]  
[TELE MACRO] [SCENE SELECTION]  
[AUTO SLW  
SHUTTR]  
[SMTH SLW REC],  
[D.EFFECT], [SCENE  
SELECTION],  
[COLOR SLOW  
SHTR], [FADER]  
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Because of following  
settings  
Cannot use  
[WIDE SELECT] [OLD MOVIE]  
[FACE  
DETECTION]  
[SMTH SLW REC],  
[FOCUS], [SPOT  
FOCUS],  
[EXPOSURE], [SPOT  
METER], [COLOR  
SLOW SHTR],  
[D.EFFECT],  
[PICT.EFFECT],  
[WHITE BAL.],  
[DIGITAL ZOOM],  
[TWILIGHT]/  
[TWILIGHT PORT.]/  
[CANDLE]/  
[SUNRISE&SUNSET]/  
[FIREWORKS]/  
[LANDSCAPE]/  
[SPOTLIGHT]/  
[BEACH]/[SNOW] in  
[SCENE SELECTION]  
[MICREF  
LEVEL]  
[BLT-IN ZOOM MIC]  
[DISP OUTPUT] [CTRL FOR HDMI]  
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Warning indicators and messages  
Self-diagnosis display/Warning  
indicators  
E (Battery level warning)  
Slow flashing  
• The battery pack is nearly used up.  
• Depending on the operating  
environment or battery conditions, E  
may flash, even if there are  
If indicators appear on the LCD screen,  
check the following.  
You can fix some symptoms by yourself. If  
theproblempersistseven afteryouhavetried  
a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer  
or local authorized Sony service facility.  
approximately 20 minutes remaining.  
(High temperature warning)  
Slow flashing  
C:04:00  
• The temperature of your camcorder is  
getting higher. Turn off your camcorder  
and leave it for a while in a cool place.  
Fast flashing*  
• The temperature of your camcorder is  
extremely high. Turn off your  
camcorder and leave it for a while in a  
cool place.  
C:(or E:) ss:ss (Self-diagnosis  
display)  
C:04:ss  
• The battery pack is not an  
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack NP-  
FH50. Use an “InfoLITHIUM” battery  
pack NP-FH50 (p. 93).  
• Connect the DC plug of the AC  
Adaptor to the DC IN jack of the  
Handycam Station or your camcorder  
securely (p. 15).  
(Warning indicator pertaining to  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo”)  
Slow flashing  
• Free space for recording images are  
running out. For the type of “Memory  
Stick” you can use with your  
camcorder, see page 2.  
• No “Memory Stick PRO Duo” is  
inserted (p. 21).  
C:13:ss / C:32:ss  
• Remove the power source. Reconnect it  
and operate your camcorder again.  
Fast flashing  
E:20:ss / E:31:ss / E:61:ss /  
E:62:ss / E:91:ss / E:94:ss  
• A malfunction that you cannot service  
has occurred. Contact your Sony dealer  
or local authorized Sony service  
facility. Inform them of the 5-digit  
code, which starts from “E”.  
• There are not enough free space for  
recording images. Delete unnecessary  
images, or format the “Memory Stick  
PRO Duo” after storing the images on  
other media (p. 44, 46, 58).  
• The Image Database File is damaged  
(p. 59).  
101-0001 (Warning indicator  
pertaining to files)  
(Warning indicators pertaining to  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo”  
formatting)*  
Slow flashing  
• The “Memory Stick PRO Duo” is  
damaged.  
• The file is damaged.  
• The file is unreadable.  
• The “Memory Stick PRO Duo” is not  
formatted correctly (p. 58, 92).  
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Description of warning  
messages  
(Warning indicator pertaining to  
incompatible “Memory Stick PRO  
Duo”)*  
If messages appear on the screen, follow the  
instructions.  
• An incompatible “Memory Stick PRO  
Duo” is inserted (p. 92).  
x “Memory Stick PRO Duo”  
- (Warning indicator pertaining  
to the write-protect of the “Memory  
Stick PRO Duo”)*  
Reinsert the Memory Stick.  
• Reinsert the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”  
a few times. If even then the indicator  
flashes, the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”  
could be damaged. Try with another  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo.”  
• Access to the “Memory Stick PRO  
Duo” was restricted on another device.  
(Warning indicator pertaining to  
the flash)  
Fast flashing*  
• There is something wrong with the  
flash.  
This Memory Stick is not  
formatted correctly.  
• Check the format, then format the  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” with your  
camcorder if necessary (p. 58, 92).  
(Warning indicator pertaining to  
camera-shake warning)  
Memory Stick folders are full.  
• 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.  
• You cannot create folders exceeding  
999MSDCF. You cannot create or  
delete folders using your camcorder.  
• Format the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”  
(p. 58), or delete unnecessary folders  
using your computer.  
This Memory Stick may not be able  
to record or play movies.  
(Warning indicator pertaining to  
still image recording)  
• Use the recommended “Memory Stick”  
(p. 2).  
• The “Memory Stick PRO Duo” is full.  
• Still images cannot be recorded during  
processing. Wait for a while, then  
record.  
This Memory Stick may not be able  
to record or play images correctly.  
• Contact your Sony dealer or local  
authorized Sony service facility.  
* You hear a melody when the warning indicators  
appear on the screen (p. 68).  
Do not eject the Memory Stick during  
writing. Data may be damaged.  
• Insert the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”  
again, and follow the instructions on  
the screen.  
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The Image Database File is  
damaged. Do you want to create a  
new file?  
Cannot recover data.  
• Because data writing onto the  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” failed, your  
camcorder tried to recover the data, but  
could not recover data. You may not be  
able to record or edit data on the  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo.”  
HD movie management information  
is damaged. Create new  
information?  
• The image management file is  
damaged. When you touch [YES], a  
new image management file is created.  
The old recorded images on the  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” cannot be  
played back (Image files are not  
damaged). If you perform [REPAIR  
IMG.DB F.] after creating new  
information, playing back the old  
recorded images may become possible.  
If it does not work, copy the image to a  
computer using the supplied software.  
x PictBridge compliant printer  
Not connected to PictBridge  
compatible printer.  
• Turn off the printer and on again, then  
remove the USB cable (supplied) and  
reconnect it.  
Cannot print. Check the printer.  
• Turn off the printer and on again, then  
remove the USB cable (supplied) and  
reconnect it.  
Inconsistencies found in Image  
Database File. Do you want to repair  
the Image Database File?  
x Other  
The Image Database File is  
damaged. Do you want to repair the  
Image Database File?  
No further selection is possible.  
• You can select only 100 images at one  
time for:  
– deleting images  
– editing the playlist of HD (high  
definition) movies  
Inconsistencies found in Image  
Database File. Cannot record or play  
HD movies. Do you want to repair the  
Image Database File?  
– printing still images  
• The Image Database File is damaged,  
and you cannot record movies. Touch  
[YES] to repair.  
• You can record still images on a  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo.”  
Data protected.  
• You tried to delete data protected on  
another device. Release the protection  
of the data on the device used to protect  
the data.  
Recovering data  
• Your camcorder tries to recover data  
automatically if the data writing was  
not performed properly.  
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Additional Information  
Using your camcorder abroad  
Power supply  
On TV color systems  
You can use your camcorder in any  
Your camcorder is an NTSC-system-based  
camcorder. If you want to view the  
playback image on a TV, it must be an  
NTSC-system-based TV with an AUDIO/  
VIDEO input jack.  
countries/regions using the AC Adaptor  
supplied with your camcorder within the  
AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz range.  
Use a commercially available AC plug  
adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the  
design of the wall outlet (wall socket) [b].  
System  
Used in  
Bahama Islands, Bolivia,  
Canada, Central America,  
Chile, Colombia, Ecuador,  
Guyana, Jamaica, Japan, Korea,  
Mexico, Peru, Surinam,  
Taiwan, the Philippines, the  
USA, Venezuela, etc.  
AC-L200/L200B  
[a]  
[b]  
NTSC  
Viewing images recorded with HD  
(high definition) image quality  
In countries/regions where 1080/60i is  
Australia, Austria, Belgium,  
China, Czech Republic,  
supported, you can view the images with  
the same HD (high definition) image  
quality as that of the recorded images. You  
need an NTSC-system-based and 1080/60i  
compatible TV (or monitor) with  
component and AUDIO/VIDEO input  
jacks, or an HDMI input jack. A component  
A/V cable or an HDMI cable (optional)  
must be connected.  
Denmark, Finland, Germany,  
Holland, Hong Kong, Hungary,  
Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, New  
Zealand, Norway, Poland,  
Portugal, Singapore, Slovak  
Republic, Spain, Sweden,  
Switzerland, Thailand, United  
Kingdom, etc.  
PAL  
Viewing images recorded with SD  
(standard definition) image quality  
PAL - M Brazil  
PAL - N Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay.  
To view images recorded with SD (standard  
definition) image quality, you need an  
NTSC-system-based TV with AUDIO/  
VIDEO input jacks. An A/V connecting  
cable must be connected.  
Bulgaria, France, Guiana, Iran,  
SECAM Iraq, Monaco, Russia, Ukraine,  
etc.  
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Setting to the local time  
You can easily set the clock to the local time by setting a time difference when using your  
camcorder abroad. Touch  
[AREA SET] and [DST SET] or [SUMMERTIME] (p. 70).  
(HOME) t  
(SETTINGS) t [CLOCK/ LANG] t  
World time difference  
Time-zone  
differences  
Time-zone  
differences  
Area setting  
Area setting  
+11:00  
+12:00  
–12:00  
–11:00  
–10:00  
–09:00  
–08:00  
–07:00  
–06:00  
–05:00  
–04:00  
–03:30  
–03:00  
–02:00  
–01:00  
Solomon Is.  
GMT  
Lisbon, London  
Berlin, Paris  
Fiji, Wellington  
Eniwetok, Kwajalein  
Samoa  
+01:00  
+02:00  
+03:00  
+03:30  
+04:00  
+04:30  
+05:00  
+05:30  
+06:00  
+06:30  
+07:00  
+08:00  
+09:00  
+09:30  
+10:00  
Helsinki, Cairo, Istanbul  
Moscow, Nairobi  
Tehran  
Hawaii  
Alaska  
Abu Dhabi, Baku  
Kabul  
LosAngeles, Tijuana  
Denver, Arizona  
Chicago, Mexico City  
NewYork, Bogota  
Santiago  
Karachi, Islamabad  
Calcutta, New Delhi  
Almaty, Dhaka  
Rangoon  
St. John’s  
Bangkok, Jakarta  
HongKong, Singapore, Beijing  
Seoul, Tokyo  
Brasilia, Montevideo  
Fernando de Noronha  
Azores, Cape Verde Is.  
Adelaide, Darwin  
Melbourne, Sydney  
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Files/folder structure on the “Memory Stick  
PRO Duo”  
The file/folder structure is shown below. You do not usually need to acknowledge the file/  
folder structure, when recording/playing back images on the camcorder. To enjoy still images  
or movies by connecting to a computer, see “PMB Guide” on the supplied CD-ROM, then use  
the supplied application.  
A Image management files  
When you delete the files, you cannot  
record/play back the images correctly.  
The files are defaulted as hidden files  
and not usually displayed.  
9999, another folder is created to store  
new image files.  
The folder name goes up: [101MSDCF]  
t [102MSDCF]  
• By selecting  
t [USB CONNECT] t [  
(HOME) t  
(OTHERS)  
USB  
B HD movie management  
information folder  
CONNECT], you can access a “Memory Stick  
PRO Duo” in the camcorder from a computer  
through USB connection.  
• Do not modify the files or folders on a “Memory  
Stick PRO Duo” in the camcorder from a  
computer. The image files may be destroyed or  
may not be played back.  
• We (Sony) will not be responsible for the results  
of operating the data on a “Memory Stick PRO  
Duo” in the camcorder from a computer.  
• When you delete image files, follow the steps on  
page 46. Do not delete the image files on a  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” in the camcorder  
directly from a computer.  
This folder contains recording data of  
movies with HD (high definition) image  
quality. Do not try to open this folder or  
access the contents of this folder from a  
computer. Doing so might damage  
image files, or prevent image files from  
being played back.  
C SD movie files (MPEG2 files)  
The extension of the files is “.MPG”.  
The maximum size is 2 GB. When the  
capacity of a file exceeds 2 GB, the file  
becomes divided.  
• Do not format a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” in  
the camcorder using a computer. The camcorder  
may not operate correctly.  
• Do not copy the files on a “Memory Stick PRO  
Duo” in the camcorder from a computer. We  
(Sony) will not be responsible for the results of  
this kind of operation.  
The file numbers go up automatically.  
When the capacity of a file number  
exceeds 9999, another folder is created  
to record new movie files.  
The folder name goes up: [101PNV01]  
t [102PNV01]  
D Still image files (JPEG files)  
The extension of the files is “.JPG”. The  
file numbers go up automatically. When  
the capacity of a file number exceeds  
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Maintenance and precautions  
*2: 720p specification  
About the AVCHD format  
What is the AVCHD format?  
A high definition specification which utilizes 720  
effective scanning lines and the progressive  
system.  
*3: Data recorded in AVCHD format other than  
the above mentioned cannot be played on your  
camcorder.  
The AVCHD format is a high definition  
digital video camera format used to record  
an HD (high definition) signal of either the  
1080i specification*1 or the 720p  
specification*2, using efficient data  
compression coding technology. The  
MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format is adopted to  
compress video data, and the Dolby Digital  
or Linear PCM system is used to compress  
audio data.  
About the “Memory Stick”  
A “Memory Stick” is a compact, portable  
IC recording medium with a large data  
capacity.  
You can use only a “Memory Stick Duo,”  
which is about the half size of a standard  
“Memory Stick,” with your camcorder.  
However, we do not guarantee the  
operation of all types of “Memory Stick  
Duo” on your camcorder.  
The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format is capable  
of compressing images at higher efficiency  
than that of the conventional image  
compressing format. The MPEG-4 AVC/  
H.264 format enables a high definition  
video signal shot on a digital video camera  
recorder to be recorded on 8 cm DVD discs,  
internal hard disk drive, flash memory,  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo,” etc.  
Recording/  
Types of “Memory Stick”  
Playback  
“Memory Stick Duo”  
(with “MagicGate”)  
-
“Memory Stick PRO Duo”  
a
Recording and playback on your  
camcorder  
Based on the AVCHD format, your  
camcorder records with the HD (high  
definition) image quality mentioned below.  
In addition to HD (high definition) image  
quality, your camcorder is capable of  
recording an SD (standard definition) signal  
in the conventional MPEG2 format.  
“Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo”  
a*  
* This product does not support 8-bit parallel data  
transfer but it supports 4-bit parallel data  
transfer the same as with “Memory Stick PRO  
Duo.”  
• This product cannot record or play data that uses  
“MagicGate” technology. “MagicGate” is a  
copyright protection technology that records and  
transfers the contents in an encrypted format.  
• A “Memory Stick PRO Duo” formatted by a  
computer (Windows OS/Mac OS) does not have  
guaranteed compatibility with your camcorder.  
• Data read/write speed may vary depending on  
the combination of the “Memory Stick PRO  
Duo” and the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”  
compliant product you use.  
• Damaged or lost data may occur in the  
following cases (the data will not be  
compensated for):  
Video signal*3:  
MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 1920 × 1080/60i,  
1440 × 1080/60i  
Audio signal:  
Dolby Digital 5.1/2 ch  
Recording media:  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo”  
*1: 1080i specification  
– If you eject the “Memory Stick PRO Duo,” or  
turn off your camcorder while your camcorder  
is reading or writing image files on the  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” (while the access  
lamp is lit or flashing).  
A high definition specification which utilizes  
1,080 effective scanning lines and the interlace  
system.  
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– If you use the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” near  
magnets or magnetic fields.  
• It is recommended you make a back-up of  
important data on the hard disk of a computer.  
x On a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”  
• The maximum memory capacity of a “Memory  
Stick PRO Duo” that can be used with your  
camcorder is 16 GB.  
• Be careful not to apply excessive force when  
writing on a memo area on a “Memory Stick  
PRO Duo.”  
• Do not attach a label or the like on a “Memory  
Stick PRO Duo” or a Memory Stick Duo  
adaptor.  
On image data compatibility  
• Image data files recorded on a “Memory Stick  
PRO Duo” by your camcorder conform to the  
“Design rule for Camera File system” universal  
standard established by the JEITA (Japan  
Electronics and Information Technology  
Industries Association).  
• When you carry or store a “Memory Stick PRO  
Duo,” put it in its case.  
• Do not touch, or allow metallic objects to come  
into contact with the terminals.  
• Do not bend, drop or apply strong force to the  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo.”  
• Do not disassemble or modify the “Memory  
Stick PRO Duo.”  
• Do not let the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” get  
wet.  
• Keep “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media out of  
the reach of small children. There is danger that  
a child might swallow it.  
• Do not insert anything other than a “Memory  
Stick PRO Duo” into the Memory Stick Duo  
slot. Doing so may cause a malfunction.  
• On your camcorder, you cannot play back still  
images recorded on other devices (DCR-  
TRV900 or DSC-D700/D770) that do not  
conform to the universal standard. (These  
models are not sold in some regions.)  
• If you cannot use a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”  
that has been used with another device, format it  
with your camcorder (p. 58). Note that  
formatting erases all information on the  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo.”  
• You may not be able to play back images with  
your camcorder:  
– When playing back image data modified on  
your computer.  
– When playing back image data recorded with  
other devices.  
• Do not use or keep the “Memory Stick PRO  
Duo” in the following locations:  
– Places subject to extremely high temperature,  
such as a car parked outside in the summer  
– Places under direct sunlight  
– Places with extremely high humidity or  
subject to corrosive gases  
About the “InfoLITHIUM”  
battery pack  
Your camcorder operates only with an  
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack NP-FH50.  
“InfoLITHIUM” H series battery packs  
x On the Memory Stick Duo adaptor  
• When inserting a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”  
into a Memory Stick Duo adaptor, make sure the  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” is inserted facing in  
the correct direction, then insert it all the way in.  
Note that improper use may cause a  
malfunction. Also, if you force the “Memory  
Stick PRO Duo” into the Memory Stick Duo  
adaptor in the wrong direction, it may be  
damaged.  
• Do not insert a Memory Stick Duo adaptor  
without a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” attached  
into a “Memory Stick” compliant device. Doing  
so may result in malfunctions of the device.  
have the  
mark.  
What is an “InfoLITHIUM” battery  
pack?  
An “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a  
lithium-ion battery pack that has functions  
for communicating information related to  
operating conditions between your  
camcorder and an optional AC Adaptor/  
charger.  
The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack  
calculates the power consumption  
according to the operating conditions of  
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your camcorder, and displays the remaining  
battery time in minutes.  
The battery pack NP-FH50 supplied with  
HDR-TG1 is compatible with  
“ActiFORCE.” “ActiFORCE” is a new  
generation power system. Battery capacity,  
boost charge, and the speed and accuracy of  
battery time remaining calculations have  
been improved when compared with  
current “InfoLITHIUM” P-series batteries.  
About the remaining battery time  
indicator  
• When the power goes off even though the  
remaining battery time indicator indicates that  
the battery pack has enough power to operate,  
charge the battery pack fully again. Remaining  
battery time will be indicated correctly. Note,  
however, that the battery indication will not be  
restored if it is used in high temperatures for a  
long time, or if left in a fully charged state, or  
when the battery pack is frequently used. Use  
the remaining battery time indication as a rough  
guide only.  
To charge the battery pack  
• Be sure to charge the battery pack before you  
start using your camcorder.  
• The E mark that indicates low battery flashes  
even if there are still 5 to 10 minutes of battery  
time remaining, depending on the operating  
conditions or ambient temperature.  
• We recommend charging the battery pack in an  
ambient temperature of between 10 °C to 30 °C  
(50 °F to 86 °F) until the /CHG (charge) lamp  
turns off. If you charge the battery pack outside  
of this temperature range, you may not be able  
to charge it efficiently.  
About storage of the battery pack  
• If the battery pack is not used for a long time,  
fully charge the battery pack and use it up on  
your camcorder once a year to maintain proper  
function. To store the battery pack, remove it  
from your camcorder and put it in a dry, cool  
place.  
To use the battery pack effectively  
• Battery pack performance decreases when the  
ambient temperature is 10 °C (50 °F) or below,  
and the length of time you can use the battery  
pack becomes shorter. In that case, do one of the  
following to use the battery pack for a longer  
time.  
– Put the battery pack in a pocket to warm it up,  
and insert it in your camcorder right before  
you start taking shots.  
• To discharge the battery pack on your  
camcorder completely, touch  
(HOME) t  
(SETTINGS) t [GENERAL SET] t  
[A.SHUT OFF] t [NEVER] and leave your  
camcorder in recording standby with the LCD  
panel opened until the power goes off (p. 71).  
• Frequent use of the LCD screen or a frequent  
playback, fast forward or rewind operation  
wears out the battery pack faster.  
• Be sure to turn off your camcorder when not  
recording or playing back on your camcorder.  
The battery pack is also consumed when your  
camcorder is in recording standby or playback  
pause.  
About battery life  
• Battery capacity decreases over time and  
through repeated use. If decreased usage time  
between charges becomes significant, it is  
probably time to replace it with a new one.  
• Each battery’s life is governed by storage,  
operating and environmental conditions.  
• Have spare battery packs ready for 2 or 3 times  
the expected recording time, and make trial  
recordings before making the actual recording.  
About x.v.Color  
• x.v.Color is a more familiar term for the xvYCC  
standard proposed by Sony, and is a trademark  
of Sony.  
• Do not expose the battery pack to water. The  
battery pack is not water resistant.  
• xvYCC is an international standard for color  
space in video. This standard can express a  
wider color range than the currently used  
broadcast standard.  
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• Do not damage the power cord (mains lead)  
such as by placing anything heavy on it.  
• Keep metal contacts clean.  
• If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked:  
– consult your local authorized Sony service  
facility.  
– wash off any liquid that may have contacted  
your skin.  
– if any liquid gets in your eyes, wash with  
plenty of water and consult a doctor.  
About handling of your  
camcorder  
On use and care  
• Do not use or store the camcorder and  
accessories in the following locations:  
– Anywhere extremely hot, cold or humid.  
Never leave them exposed to temperatures  
above 60 °C (140 °F), such as under direct  
sunlight, near heaters or in a car parked in the  
sun. They may malfunction or become  
deformed.  
x When not using your camcorder for a  
long time  
– Near strong magnetic fields or mechanical  
vibration. The camcorder may malfunction.  
– Near strong radio waves or radiation. The  
camcorder may not be able to record properly.  
– Near AM receivers and video equipment.  
Noise may occur.  
• Periodically turn it on and let it run such as by  
playing back or recording images for about 3  
minutes.  
• Use up the battery pack completely before  
storing it.  
Moisture condensation  
– On a sandy beach or anywhere dusty. If sand  
or dust gets in your camcorder, it may  
malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction  
cannot be repaired.  
– Near windows or outdoors, where the LCD  
screen or the lens may be exposed to direct  
sunlight. This damages inside the LCD  
screen.  
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.  
x If moisture condensation has occurred  
Leave your camcorder for about 1 hour  
without turning it on.  
• 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.  
x Note on moisture condensation  
Moisture may condense when you bring  
your camcorder from a cold place into a  
warm place (or vice versa) or when you use  
your camcorder in a humid place as  
follows:  
• You bring your camcorder from a ski slope into  
a place warmed up by a heating device.  
• You bring your camcorder from an air  
conditioned car or room into a hot place outside.  
• You use your camcorder after a squall or a  
shower.  
• You use your camcorder in a hot and humid  
place.  
• Keep your camcorder turned off when you are  
not using your camcorder.  
• Do not wrap your camcorder with a towel, for  
example, and operate it. Doing so might cause  
heat to build up inside.  
• When disconnecting the power cord (mains  
lead), pull it by the plug and not the cord (lead).  
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3 Touch “×” displayed on the screen with the  
corner of the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” or  
the like 3 times.  
x How to prevent moisture condensation  
When you bring your camcorder from a  
cold place into a warm place, put your  
camcorder in a plastic bag and seal it  
tightly. Remove the bag when the air  
temperature inside the plastic bag has  
reached the ambient temperature (after  
about 1 hour).  
Touch [CANCEL] to cancel.  
If you did not press the right spot, try the  
calibration again.  
b Notes  
• Do not use a sharp-pointed object for  
calibration. Doing so may damage the LCD  
screen.  
• You cannot calibrate the LCD screen if it is  
rotated, or closed with the screen facing out.  
LCD screen  
• Do not exert excessive pressure on the LCD  
screen, as it may cause damage.  
• If your camcorder is used in a cold place, a  
residual image may appear on the LCD screen.  
This is not a malfunction.  
• While using your camcorder, the back of the  
LCD screen may heat up. This is not a  
malfunction.  
On handling the casing  
• If the casing is soiled, clean the camcorder body  
with a soft cloth lightly moistened with water,  
and then wipe the casing with a dry soft cloth.  
x To clean the LCD screen  
• Avoid the following to avoid damage to the  
finish:  
– Using chemicals such as thinner, benzine,  
alcohol, chemical cloths, repellent, insecticide  
and sunscreen.  
– Handling the camcorder with above  
substances on your hands.  
– Leaving the casing in contact with rubber or  
vinyl objects for a long period of time.  
If fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen  
dirty, it is recommended you use a soft  
cloth to clean it. When you use the LCD  
Cleaning Kit (optional), do not apply the  
cleaning liquid directly to the LCD screen.  
Use cleaning paper moistened with the  
liquid.  
x On adjustment of the touch panel  
(CALIBRATION)  
About care and storage of the lens  
The buttons on the touch panel may not  
work correctly. If this happens, follow the  
procedure below. It is recommended that  
you connect your camcorder to the wall  
outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC  
Adaptor during the operation.  
• Wipe the surface of the lens clean with a soft  
cloth in the following instances:  
– When there are fingerprints on the lens  
surface.  
– In hot or humid locations  
– When the lens is exposed to salty air such as  
at the seaside.  
• Store in a well-ventilated location subject to  
little dirt or dust.  
• To prevent mold, periodically clean the lens as  
described above. It is recommended that you  
operate your camcorder about once a month to  
keep it in optimum state for a long time.  
1 Turn on your camcorder.  
2 Touch  
t [GENERAL SET] t  
[CALIBRATION].  
(HOME) t  
(SETTINGS)  
96  
 
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 your  
On trademarks  
• “Handycam” and  
are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.  
• “AVCHD” and “AVCHD” logotype are  
trademarks of Matsushita Electric Industrial  
Co., Ltd. and Sony Corporation.  
camcorder turned off. The pre-installed  
rechargeable battery is always charged  
while your camcorder is connected to the  
wall outlet (wall socket) via the AC  
Adaptor or while the battery pack is  
attached. The rechargeable battery will be  
fully discharged in about 3 months if you  
do not use your camcorder at all. Use your  
camcorder after charging the pre-installed  
rechargeable battery.  
• “Memory Stick,” “  
Duo,” “  
PRO Duo,” “  
“Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo,”  
Stick” and “MagicGate Memory Stick Duo” are  
trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony  
Corporation.  
• “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony  
Corporation.  
• “x.v.Color” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.  
• “BIONZ” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.  
• “BRAVIA” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.  
• “VAIO” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.  
,” “Memory Stick  
,” “Memory Stick  
,”  
,” “MagicGate,”  
,” “MagicGate Memory  
However, even if the pre-installed  
rechargeable battery is not charged, the  
camcorder operation will not be affected as  
long as you are not recording the date.  
x Procedures  
• “PLAYSTATION” is a registered trademark of  
Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.  
• Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks  
of Dolby Laboratories.  
• HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition  
Multimedia Interface are trademarks or  
Connect your camcorder to a wall outlet  
(wall socket) using the supplied AC  
Adaptor, and leave it with the power turned  
off for more than 24 hours.  
registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.  
• Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Media are  
trademarks or registered trademarks of U.S.  
Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other  
countries.  
• Macintosh and Mac OS are registered  
trademarks of Apple Inc. in the U.S. and other  
countries.  
• Intel, Intel Core, and Pentium are trademarks or  
registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its  
subsidiaries in the United States and other  
countries.  
• Adobe, the Adobe logo, and Adobe Acrobat are  
either registered trademarks or trademarks of  
Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United  
States and/or other countries.  
All other product names mentioned herein may be  
the trademarks or registered trademarks of their  
respective companies. Furthermore, ™ and “®”  
are not mentioned in each case in this Handbook.  
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Notes on the License  
On GNU GPL/LGPL applied software  
ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT OTHER THAN  
CONSUMER PERSONAL USE IN ANY  
MANNER THAT COMPLIES WITH THE  
MPEG-2 STANDARD FOR ENCODING  
VIDEO INFORMATION FOR PACKAGED  
MEDIA IS EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED  
WITHOUT A LICENSE UNDER APPLICABLE  
PATENTS IN THE MPEG-2 PATENT  
PORTFOLIO, WHICH LICENSE IS  
The software that is eligible for the following  
GNU General Public License (hereinafter referred  
to as “GPL”) or GNU Lesser General Public  
License (hereinafter referred to as “LGPL”) are  
included in the camcorder.  
This informs you that you have a right to have  
access to, modify, and redistribute source code for  
these software programs under the conditions of  
the supplied GPL/LGPL.  
Source code is provided on the web. Use the  
following URL to download it. When  
downloading the source code, select DCR-  
DVD810 as the model for your camcorder.  
AVAILABLE FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C., 250  
STEELE STREET, SUITE 300, DENVER,  
COLORADO 80206.  
THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE  
AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR  
THE PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL  
USE OF A CONSUMER TO  
(i) ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH  
THE AVC STANDARD (“AVC VIDEO”) AND /  
OR  
http://www.sony.net/Products/Linux/  
We would prefer you do not contact us about the  
contents of source code.  
Read “license2.pdf” in the “License” folder on the  
CD-ROM. You will find licenses (in English) of  
“GPL,” and “LGPL” software.  
(ii) DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS  
ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN  
A PERSONAL AND  
NON-COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR  
WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO  
To view the PDF, Adobe Reader is needed. If it is  
not installed on your computer, you can download  
it from the Adobe Systems web page:  
http://www.adobe.com/  
PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC  
VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR  
SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE.  
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE  
OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C.  
SEE <HTTP://MPEGLA.COM>  
“C Library,” “Expat,” “zlib,” and “libjpeg”  
software are provided in your camcorder. We  
provide this software based on license agreements  
with their owners of copyright. Based on requests  
by the owners of copyright of these software  
applications, we have an obligation to inform you  
of the following. Please read the following  
sections.  
Read “license1.pdf” in the “License” folder on the  
CD-ROM. You will find licenses (in English) of  
“C Library,” “Expat,” “zlib,” and “libjpeg”  
software.  
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QIduicek Rnetfeirefnyceing parts and controls  
The numbers in ( ) are reference pages.  
A QUICK ON lamp (29)  
B
/CHG (charge) lamp (15)  
C LCD screen/touch panel (18)  
D DISP/BATT INFO button (17, 19)  
E EASY button (22)  
F
(Movie)/  
(Still) mode lamps  
G
(Movie)/  
(Still) select switch  
H START/STOP button (27)  
I Power zoom lever (28, 35)  
J RESET button  
Initializes all the settings, including the  
setting of the date and time.  
99  
       
A PHOTO button (27)  
B Memory Stick Duo slot (21)  
C Access lamp (21)  
A Flash (64)  
B Lens (Carl Zeiss Lens) (4)  
C Speaker  
Playback sounds come out from the  
speaker. For how to adjust the volume,  
D Battery pack (15)  
E Built-in microphone (28)  
F POWER button (18)  
G HDMI OUT jack (37)  
H DC IN jack (15)  
I A/V Remote Connector (37)  
100  
 
A Hook for wrist strap  
On attaching the Dedicated USB  
Terminal Adaptor/USB adaptor cap  
• Depending on when or where you use the  
camcorder, attach the Dedicated USB Terminal  
Adaptor to either the long or the short cable.  
Attach the strap and place your hand  
through the loop to prevent the  
camcorder from damage by being  
dropped.  
• Attach the USB adaptor cap on the USB cable  
when carrying it in bags, etc.  
• Be careful not to hang or give strong impact to  
the adaptor or the cable. It may become  
damaged.  
B Tripod receptacle  
Attach the tripod (optional) to the tripod  
receptacle using a tripod screw  
(optional: the length of the screw must  
be less than 5.5 mm (7/32 in.)).  
Dedicated USB  
Terminal Adaptor  
USB cable  
C Interface connector  
USB adaptor cap  
Connects your camcorder to the  
Handycam Station or the Dedicated  
USB Terminal Adaptor.  
By attaching the Dedicated USB  
Terminal Adaptor, you can connect the  
USB cable to your camcorder without  
using the Handycam Station.  
Dedicated USB  
Terminal Adaptor  
USB cable  
101  
       
Handycam Station  
A
(DISC BURN) button (44)  
B Interface connector  
Connect to the interface connector on  
your camcorder when you attach your  
camcorder to the Handycam Station.  
C DC IN jack (15)  
D A/V OUT jack (37)  
E
(USB) jack (53, 55)  
102  
     
Indicators displayed during recording/playback  
A HOME button (12)  
Recording movies  
B Remaining battery (approx.) (17)  
C Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or  
[REC] (recording))  
D Recording quality (HD/SD) (57) and  
recording mode (FH/HQ/SP/LP) (62)  
E Media  
F Counter (hour/minute/second)  
G Recording remaining time  
Recording still images  
H OPTION button (13)  
I FACE DETECTION (65)  
J VIEW IMAGES button (31)  
K Face Index set (65)  
L 5.1ch surround recording (28)  
M Image size (66)  
N Approximate number of recordable still  
images and media/During still image  
recording  
Viewing movies  
O Recording folder  
P Return button  
Q Playback mode  
R Currently playing movie number/  
Number of total recorded movies  
S Previous/Next button (32)  
T Video operation buttons (32)  
U Currently playing still image number/  
Number of total recorded still images  
Viewing still images  
V Playback folder  
W Slide show button (36)  
X Data file name  
Y VISUAL INDEX button (31)  
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Upper right  
Indicators when you made  
changes  
Indicator  
Meaning  
Fader (77)  
Following indicators appear during  
recording/playback to indicate the settings  
of your camcorder.  
LCD backlight off (19)  
Bottom  
Upper left  
Upper right  
Center  
Indicator  
Meaning  
Picture effect (77)  
Digital effect (77)  
Manual focus (74)  
9
SCENE SELECTION  
Bottom  
Upper left  
n
White balance (76)  
SteadyShot off (63)  
Indicator  
Meaning  
SPOT METER (75)/  
EXPOSURE (75)  
AUDIO MODE (62)  
Self-timer recording (78)  
Tele macro (74)  
Zebra (63)  
Flash light (64),  
REDEYE REDUC (65)  
X.V.COLOR (63)  
Face Index (65)  
FACE DETECTION (65)  
MICREF LEVEL low  
(78)  
WIDE SELECT (62)  
BLT-IN ZOOM MIC  
(78)  
z Tips  
• Indicators and their positions are approximate  
and differ from what you actually see.  
Center  
Indicator  
Meaning  
Data code during recording  
IMAGE SIZE (66)  
The recording date and time is recorded  
automatically on the “Memory Stick PRO  
Duo.” They are not displayed while  
recording. However, you can check them as  
[DATA CODE] during playback (p. 67).  
Continuous slide show  
(36)  
Color Slow Shutter (77)  
PictBridge connecting  
(55)  
E
Warning (86)  
104  
   
Glossary  
x 5.1ch surround sound  
x MPEG-4 AVC/H.264  
A system that plays back sound on 6 speakers, 3 at  
the front (left, right and center) and 2 at the rear  
(right and left) with an additional low-pass  
subwoofer counted as a 0.1 channel for  
frequencies of 120 Hz or lower.  
The latest image coding format standardized  
jointly by two international standardization  
organizations, the ISO-IEC and the ITU-T, in  
2003. Compared with the conventional MPEG2  
format, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 has more than twice  
the efficiency. Your camcorder employs MPEG-4  
AVC/H.264 to encode high definition movies.  
x AVCHD format  
A high definition digital video camera format  
used to record an HD (high definition) signal  
using the MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format.  
x Thumbnail  
Reduced-size images which enable you to view  
many images at the same time. [VISUAL  
INDEX]/[  
thumbnail display system.  
INDEX]/[  
INDEX] are  
x Dolby Digital  
An audio encoding (compression) system  
developed by Dolby Laboratories Inc.  
x VBR  
VBR stands for Variable Bit Rate, the recording  
format for automatically controlling the bit rate  
(the volume of recording data in a given time  
segment) according to the scene being recorded.  
For fast-moving video, a lot of “Memory Stick  
PRO Duo” space is used to produce a clear image,  
so the recording time to the “Memory Stick PRO  
Duo” shortens.  
x Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator  
Sound compression technology developed by  
Dolby Laboratories Inc. which compresses audio  
efficiently while preserving high sound quality.  
Sounds are compressed effectively with high  
quality sound, and it enables producing 5.1ch  
surround sound.  
x Fragmentation  
The condition of a media in which files are  
divided into pieces scattered around the media.  
You may not save your images correctly. You can  
solve the condition by performing [MEDIA  
FORMAT] (p. 58).  
x JPEG  
JPEG stands for Joint Photographic Experts  
Group, a still image data compression (data  
capacity reduction) standard. Your camcorder  
records still images in JPEG format.  
x MPEG  
MPEG stands for Moving Picture Experts Group,  
the group of standards for the coding (image  
compression) of video (movie) and audio. There  
are MPEG1 and MPEG2 formats. Your  
camcorder records movies with SD (standard  
definition) image quality in MPEG2 format.  
105  
                 
Index  
Numeric  
E
F
Connection  
A
CTRL FOR HDMI (Control for  
A.SHUT OFF (Auto shut off)  
D
G
B
H
HD (high definition) image  
BLT-IN ZOOM MIC (Built-in  
C
106  
 
I
Pre-installed rechargeable  
Movie  
Index screen display button  
Q
INDEX SET (Fase Index set)  
QUICK ON STBY (Quick on  
R
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack  
Remaining  
N
J
Number of recordable pictures  
L
O
“Memory Stick PRO Duo”  
Operation confirmation beep  
REMAINING SET (movie)  
S
P
M
SD (standard definition) image  
MANAGE MEDIA category  
107  
V
W
SPOT METER (Flexible spot  
Still image  
SUB-T DATE (Subtitle date)  
X
T
Z
U
108  
Additional information on this product and answers  
to frequently asked questions can be found at our  
Customer Support Website.  
http://www.sony.net/  

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