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Handycam Handbook
HDR-XR500/XR500V/XR520/
XR520V
2009 Sony Corporation
4-131-472-11(1)
US
Table of contents
Using the Handycam Handbook............................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Searching for information quickly................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Useful recording techniques.................................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Parts and controls.. . . . . . . . . . . .................................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Screen indicators.. . .................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Using the HOME MENU............................................ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Using the OPTION MENU.......................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Menu lists.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .................................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
List of the HOME MENU........................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
List of the OPTION MENU......................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Read this before operating your camcorder.............................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Notes on using the Hard Disk Drive Handycam.................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Step 1: Charging the battery pack.......................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time......... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Changing the language setting...................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Five pieces of advice for successful recording............................ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Recording movies.. . ................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Shooting photos.. . . .................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Playing movies.. . . . . ................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Viewing photos.. . . . .................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Recording.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Recording movies.. . ................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Shooting photos.. . . .................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Useful functions for recording movies and photos...................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Zooming.. . . . . . . . . . . . . .................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Recording in dark places (NightShot/LOW LUX).................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Recording in mirror mode........................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Recording fast action in slow-motion (SMTH SLW REC)......... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
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Playback on the camcorder.................................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Playing movies.. . . . . ................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Viewing photos.. . . . .................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Useful functions for playing movies and photos........................ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
XR500V/XR520V).. . . .................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Searching for desired scene by pinpoint (Film Roll Index).... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Searching for desired scene by face (Face Index)................ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Searching for desired images by date (Date Index).............. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Using PB zoom with photos......................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Playing back a series of photos (Slide show)...................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Playing images on a TV.. . . . .................................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Connecting a TV using [TV CONNECT Guide]..................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Connecting to a high definition TV................................ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Connecting to a non-high-definition 16:9 (wide) or 4:3 TV... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Using “BRAVIA”Sync.................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Deleting movies and photos.................................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Acquiring the current location information (HDR-XR500V/XR520V).. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Capturing a photo from a movie............................................ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
PRO Duo”media.. . . . . . . . . . . . . .................................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Dubbing movies.. . . . .................................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Copying photos.. . . . .................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Protecting recorded movies and photos (Protect)....................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Dividing a movie.. . . . . . . . . . . . .................................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Using the Playlist of movies.................................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Creating the Playlist.................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Playing the Playlist.. .................................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Creating a disc with a DVD writer, recorder............................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
(USB cable connection).. . . ................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
(A/V connecting cable connection)........................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Checking the battery information.......................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Changing the recording medium............................................ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Selecting the recording media for movies........................ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Selecting the recording media for photos........................ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
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Inserting “Memory Stick PRO Duo”media........................ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Checking the media information............................................ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Deleting all movies and photos (Formatting)................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Preventing data on the internal hard disk from being recovered.... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
MOVIE SETTINGS (Items for recording movies)................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
PHOTO SETTINGS (Items for recording photos).................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
FACE FUNC. SET (Items to set face function)....................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
VIEW IMAGES SET (Items to customize the display)............................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
SOUND/DISP SET (Items to adjust the sound and the screen)....................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
OUTPUT SETTINGS (Items for when connected to a TV)........................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
CLOCK/ LANG (Items to set clock and language)................................ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
GENERAL SET (Other setup items)................................................ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Functions set in the OPTION MENU..................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Troubleshooting.. . . . . . . . ................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators....................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Recording time of movies/number of recordable photos............. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Expected recording time of movies................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Expected number of recordable photos.......................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Using your camcorder abroad................................................ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .................................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Maintenance and precautions................................................ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
About the AVCHD format............................................ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
About GPS (HDR-XR500V/XR520V).................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
About “Memory Stick”media........................................ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
About the “InfoLITHIUM”battery pack............................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
About x.v.Color.. . . . . .................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
About handling of your camcorder................................ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Index.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
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Useful recording techniques
Capturing facial
expressions in dim
light
Getting a good shot
of a ski slope or
beach
Compensating for
camera shake during
movie recording
Capturing smiles
automatically
STEADYSHOT....................................... 77
A child on the stage
under a spot light
Flowers in close-up
Fireworks with all its
splendor
Focusing on the dog
on the left side of
the screen
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Parts and controls
You cannot use an external flash (sold
separately) and the built-in flash at the same
time.
Figures in ( ) are reference pages.
When an external microphone (sold
separately) is connected, it takes precedence
over the built-in microphone (p. 34).
A/V Remote Connector (51, 68)
Remote sensor/Infrared port
Point the Wireless Remote Commander (p. 9)
towards the remote sensor to operate your
camcorder.
Lens (G lens)
Camera recording lamp (98)
The camera recording lamp lights up in red
during recording. The lamp flashes when the
remaining recording media capacity or battery
power is low.
Built-in microphone (34)
When an external microphone (sold
separately) is connected, it takes precedence
over the built-in microphone.
MANUAL dial (38)
Active Interface Shoe
MANUAL button (38)
The Active Interface Shoe supplies power to
accessories such as a video light, a flash, or a
microphone (sold separately). The accessory
can be turned on or off as you open or close
the LCD screen of your camcorder. Refer to
the operating instructions supplied with your
accessory for details.
The Active Interface Shoe has a safety device
for fixing the installed accessory securely. To
connect an accessory, press down and push
it to the end, and then tighten the screw. To
remove an accessory, loosen the screw, and
then press down and pull out the accessory.
When you open or close the shoe cover,
slide it as indicated by the arrow.
When you are recording movies with an
external flash (sold separately) connected
to the accessory shoe, turn off the power of
the external flash to prevent charging noise
being recorded.
LCD screen/Touch panel (12, 36)
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.
(HOME) button (12)
Zoom buttons (34, 49)
START/STOP button (25, 30)
7
Speaker
(VIEW IMAGES) button (27, 41)
POWER button (21)
RESET button
Press RESET to initialize all the settings
including the clock setting.
DISP (display) button (38)
EASY button (24, 25)
GPS switch (HDR-XR500V/XR520V) (39)
Eyecup
Access lamp (“Memory Stick PRO Duo”
While the lamp is lit or flashing, the
Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (31)
(Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (21)
camcorder is reading or writing data.
Battery pack (18)
ACCESS lamp (Hard disk) (18)
While the lamp is lit or flashing, the
camcorder is reading or writing data.
(DISC BURN) button (see Operating
Guide)
/CHG (flash/charge) lamp (18)
START/STOP button (25, 30)
STD/LOW LUX/NIGHTSHOT switch (35)
Power zoom lever (34, 49)
PHOTO button (26, 32)
MODE button (26, 32)
(headphones) jack
MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack
Hook for a shoulder belt
Tripod receptacle
Attach a tripod (sold separately) to the
tripod receptacle using a tripod screw (sold
separately: the length of the screw must be less
than 5.5 mm (7/32 in.)).
BATT (battery) release lever (19)
8
Notes
Remove the insulation sheet before using the
Wireless Remote Commander.
Wireless Remote Commander
Insulation sheet
Point the Wireless Remote Commander
towards the remote sensor to operate your
camcorder (p. 9).
When no commands have been sent from the
Wireless Remote Commander within a certain
period, the orange frame disappears. When
you press any of ///, or ENTER again,
the frame appears at the position where it was
displayed last.
You cannot select some buttons on the LCD
screen using ///.
DATA CODE button (90)
To change the battery of the Wireless
Remote Commander
Displays the date and time, camera setting
data, or coordinates (HDR-XR500V/XR520V)
of the recorded images when you press this
button during playback.
While pressing on the tab, inset your fingernail
into the slit to pull out the battery case.
Place a new battery with the + side facing up.
Insert the battery case back into the Wireless
Remote Commander until it clicks.
PHOTO button (26, 32)
The on-screen image when you press this
button will be recorded as a still image.
SCAN/SLOW buttons (28, 42)
Tab
PLAY button (28, 42)
STOP button (28, 42)
DISPLAY button (38)
Transmitter
WARNING
Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not
recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.
START/STOP button (25, 30)
Power zoom buttons (34, 49)
PAUSE button (28, 42)
When the lithium battery becomes weak, the
operating distance of the Wireless Remote
Commander may shorten, or the Wireless
Remote Commander may not function
properly. In this case, replace the battery with
a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Use of another
battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
VISUAL INDEX button (26, 41)
Displays a VISUAL INDEX screen during
playback.
////ENTER buttons
When you press any of these buttons, the
orange frame appears on the LCD screen.
Select a desired button or an item with
///, then press ENTER to enter.
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Indicator
Meaning
Screen indicators
Recording/playback media
Upper left
Center
Upper right
Counter (hour:minute:
seond) (26, 41)
0:00:00
Estimated recording
remaining time (26, 41)
[00min]
FADER (106)
LCD backlight off (38)
Drop sensor off (99)
Drop sensor activated (99)
Approximate number of
recordable photos and
recording media (25, 32)
Bottom
Upper left
Indicator
9999
9999
Meaning
HOME button (12)
Playback folder (43)
AUDIO MODE (75)
Self-timer recording (107)
GPS tracking status (39)
Current playing movie or
photo/Number of total
recorded movies or photos
100/112
YOUR LOCATION
Bottom
Indicator
Flash, REDEYE REDUC
Meaning
BLT-IN ZOOM MIC (106)
MICREF LEVEL low (107)
WIDE SELECT (76)
Remaining battery
FACE DETECTION (86)
DETECTION SET (87)
LOW LUX (35)
Manual focus (103)
60 min
Return button (12)
SCENE SELECTION
Center
Indicator
White balance (105)
Meaning
SteadyShot off (77, 83)
[STBY]/[REC]
Recording status (25, 30)
SPOT MTR/FCS/SPOT
METER/EXPOSURE (101,
Photo size (81)
Slide show set (50)
NightShot (35)
AE SHIFT (75)
WB SHIFT (75)
TELE MACRO (102)
CONVERSION LENS
Warning (115)
Playback mode (28, 41)
Upper right
Indicator
OPTION button (12)
Meaning
VIEW IMAGES button
Slide show button (50)
Recording image quality
(HD/SD) and recording
mode (FH/HQ/SP/LP)
10
Indicator
101-0005
Meaning
Data file name (28, 43)
Protected image (63)
VISUAL INDEX button
Indicators and their positions are approximate
and may differ from what you actually see.
Some indicators may not appear depending on
the model.
11
Using the HELP function
“ HOME”and “
OPTION”- Taking
advantage of two
types of menus
To see the descriptions on the HOME
MENU, touch (HELP) on the HOME
MENU screen. (The bottom of turns
orange.) Then, touch the item you want to
know about.
Using the OPTION MENU
Using the HOME MENU
The OPTION MENU appears just like
the pop-up window that appears when you
right-click the mouse on a computer. The
menu items you can change in the context
appears.
When you press the (HOME) button, the
HOME MENU appears. You can change the
settings of your camcorder, etc.
(HOME)
(OPTION)
(HOME) button
Touch the desired category
the menu item to be changed.
Touch the desired tab
item to change the setting.
the
Menu item
Menu item
Category
Tab
Follow the instructions on the
screen.
After completing the setting,
touch
.
After completing the setting,
touch
.
When the item is not on the screen, touch
Notes
/
.
When the item you want is not on the screen,
touch another tab. (There may be no tab.)
You cannot use the OPTION MENU during
Easy Handycam operation.
The tabs and items that appear on the screen
depend on the recording/playback status of
your camcorder at the time.
To return to the previous screen, touch
.
To hide the HOME MENU screen, touch
.
You cannot select the grayed items or
settings.
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USB CONNECT
USB CONNECT
USB CONNECT
DISC BURN
Menu lists
p. 67
p. 67
List of the HOME MENU
Operating Guide
p. 47
DOWNLOAD MUSIC
TV CONNECT Guide*1
MUSIC TOOL
(CAMERA) category
MOVIE*1
PHOTO*1
p. 51
p. 47
p. 47
p. 30
p. 32
p. 37
DOWNLOAD MUSIC*1
EMPTY MUSIC*1
SMTH SLW REC
p. 47
BATTERY INFO
p. 69
(VIEW IMAGES) category
VISUAL INDEX*1
MAP*1*3
FILM ROLL*1
FACE*1
p. 42
p. 44
p. 45
p. 46
p. 65
(MANAGE MEDIA) category
MOVIE MEDIA SET*1
PHOTO MEDIA SET*1
MEDIA INFO
p. 70
p. 70
p. 72
MEDIA FORMAT*1
p. 72
PLAYLIST
REPAIR IMG.DB F.
p. 112, 116
(OTHERS) category
DELETE*1
(SETTINGS) category
MOVIE SETTINGS
DELETE
p. 57
p. 57
p. 59
p. 60
SET*1
p. 74
p. 74
p. 75
p. 75
p. 75
p. 76
p. 76
p. 76
p. 77
p. 77
p. 78
p. 78
p. 79
p. 79
p. 79
p. 80
p. 80
p. 80
DELETE
/
YOUR LOCATION*1*3
PHOTO CAPTURE
MOVIE DUB
DUB
REC MODE
AUDIO MODE
AE SHIFT
p. 61
p. 61
WB SHIFT
DUB
NIGHTSHOT LIGHT
WIDE SELECT
DIGITAL ZOOM
STEADYSHOT
X.V.COLOR
PHOTO COPY
COPY by select
COPY by date
EDIT
p. 62
p. 62
DELETE
p. 57
p. 57
p. 63
p. 63
p. 64
GUIDEFRAME
REMAINING SET
FLASH MODE*1
FLASH LEVEL
REDEYE REDUC
DIAL SETTING
CONVERSION LENS
AUTO BACK LIGHT
DELETE
PROTECT
PROTECT
DIVIDE
PLAYLIST EDIT
ADD/
ADD
p. 65
p. 65
ADD by date/
ADD by date
PHOTO SETTINGS
IMAGE SIZE*1
FILE NO.
ERASE/
ERASE
p. 66
p. 66
p. 66
p. 81
p. 81
p. 81
p. 82
p. 82
p. 83
ERASE ALL/
ERASE ALL
AE SHIFT
MOVE/
MOVE
WB SHIFT
NIGHTSHOT LIGHT
STEADYSHOT
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2
3
*
*
You cannot set [FRAME SETTING] during
Easy Handycam operation.
HDR-XR500V/XR520V
GUIDEFRAME
FLASH MODE*1
p. 83
p. 83
p. 84
p. 84
p. 84
p. 85
p. 85
FLASH LEVEL
REDEYE REDUC
DIAL SETTING
List of the OPTION MENU
CONVERSION LENS
AUTO BACK LIGHT
Following items are available on the
OPTION MENU only.
FACE FUNC. SET
tab
FACE DET. SETTING
SMILE SHUTTER*2
p. 86
p. 87
SPOT MTR/FCS
SPOT METER
SPOT FOCUS
TELE MACRO
EXPOSURE
FOCUS
p. 101
p. 101
p. 102
p. 102
p. 103
p. 103
p. 104
p. 105
VIEW IMAGES SET
SET
/
p. 88
p. 88
DATA CODE
SOUND/DISP SET
VOLUME*1
p. 91
p. 91
p. 91
p. 91
p. 92
BEEP*1
SCENE SELECTION
WHITE BAL.
LCD BRIGHT
LCD BL LEVEL
LCD COLOR
tab
FADER
p. 106
OUTPUT SETTINGS
TV TYPE
p. 93
p. 94
p. 94
p. 94
tab
DISP OUTPUT
COMPONENT
BLT-IN ZOOM MIC
MICREF LEVEL
SELF-TIMER
TIMING
p. 106
p. 107
p. 107
p. 37
HDMI RESOLUTION
CLOCK/ LANG
CLOCK SET*1
AREA SET
p. 21
p. 96
p. 96
p. 96
p. 97
p. 97
The tab depends on the situation/no tab
AUTO CLOCK ADJ*3
SLIDE SHOW
p. 50
AUTO AREA ADJ*3
DST SET/SUMMERTIME
LANGUAGE SET*1
SLIDE SHOW SET
p. 50
GENERAL SET
DEMO MODE
REC LAMP
p. 98
p. 98
CALIBRATION
A.SHUT OFF
p. 131
p. 99
REMOTE CTRL
DROP SENSOR
CTRL FOR HDMI
p. 99
p. 99
p. 100
[SOUND/DISP SET] is changed to [SOUND
SETTINGS] during Easy Handycam operation.
1
*
You can set this item during Easy Handycam
operation.
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Battery pack
Shoe cover
Read this before
operating your
camcorder
Supplied items
The numbers in ( ) are the supplied
quantity.
AC Adaptor (1)
Power cord (Mains lead) (1)
Component A/V cable (1)
A/V connecting cable (1)
USB cable (1)
Wireless Remote Commander (1)
A button-type lithium battery is already
installed.
Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH60 (1)
CD-ROM “Handycam Application
Software” (1)
“PMB” (software, including “PMB Guide”)
“Handycam Handbook” (PDF)
The camcorder is not dustproofed, dripproofed
Do not do any of the following when the
flashing. Otherwise, the recording media may
be damaged, recorded images may be lost or
other malfunctions could occur.
“Operating Guide” (1)
Ejecting the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media
from the camcorder
Removing the battery pack or AC Adaptor
from the camcorder
Applying mechanical shock or vibration to
the camcorder
use with this camcorder.
When connecting your camcorder to another
device with a cable, be sure to insert the
connector plug in the correct way. Pushing the
plug forcibly into the terminal will damage the
terminal and may result in a malfunction of
your camcorder.
Using the camcorder
Do not hold the camcorder by the following
parts, and also do not hold the camcorder by
the jack covers.
Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the
camcorder, holding both the camcorder and the
DC plug.
Viewfinder
Even if the camcorder is turned off, the GPS
function is working as long as the GPS switch
is set to ON. Make sure that the GPS switch is
set to OFF during take off and landing of an
airplane (HDR-XR500V/XR520V).
LCD screen
Menu items, LCD panel, viewfinder, and
lens
A menu item that is grayed out is not available
under the current recording or playback
conditions.
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The viewfinder and the LCD screen are
manufactured using extremely high-precision
technology, so over 99.99% of the pixels are
operational for effective use. However, there
may be some tiny black points and/or bright
points (white, red, blue, or green in color) that
appear constantly in the viewfinder and on the
LCD screen. These points are normal results of
the manufacturing process and do not affect the
recording in any way.
Playing back recorded images on other
devices
Your camcorder is compatible with MPEG4
AVC/H.264 High Profile for high definition
image quality (HD) recording. Therefore,
you cannot play back images recorded with
high definition image quality (HD) 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
Discs recorded with high definition
image quality (HD)
This camcorder captures high definition footage
in the AVCHD format. DVD media containing
AVCHD footage should not be used with DVD
based players or recorders, as the DVD player/
recorder may fail to eject the media and may
erase its contents without warning. DVD media
containing AVCHD footage may be played on
a compatible Blu-ray Discplayer/recorder or
Black point
White, red, blue or green point
Exposing the LCD screen, the viewfinder, or the
lens to direct sunlight for long periods of time
may cause malfunctions.
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.
other compatible device.
.
Notes on using the Hard Disk Drive
Handycam
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. 22).
Save all your recorded image data
To prevent your image data from being lost,
save all your recorded images on external media
periodically. It is recommended that you save
the image data on a disc such as a DVD-R using
your computer (see Operating Guide). Also,
you can save your image data using a VCR, or a
DVD/HDD recorder (p. 67).
Recording
Before starting to record, test the recording
function to make sure that 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.
Do not apply shock or vibration to your
camcorder
The hard disk of the camcorder may not be
recognized, or recording or playback may not
be possible.
Especially, during recording/playback, do not
apply shock. After recording, do not apply
vibration or shock to the camcorder, while the
ACCESS lamp is lit.
When using a shoulder belt (sold separately), do
not crash the camcorder against an object.
Do not use your camcorder in very loud areas.
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On the drop sensor
If you cannot record/play back images,
perform [MEDIA FORMAT]
To protect the internal hard disk from shock
by dropping, the camcorder has a drop sensor
under a non-gravity condition, the block noise
made when this function is activated by the
camcorder may also be recorded. If the drop
sensor catches a drop repeatedly, recording/
playback may be stopped.
If you repeat recording/deleting images for
a long time, fragmentation of data occurs on
the recording media. Images cannot be saved
or recorded. In such a case, save your images
on some type of external media first (p. 67,
see Operating Guide too), and then perform
[MEDIA FORMAT] (p. 72).
Note on battery pack/AC Adaptor
Be sure to remove the battery pack or the AC
Adaptor after turning off the camcorder.
Note on operating temperatures
When the temperature of the camcorder
becomes extremely high or extremely low, you
may not be able to record or play back on the
camcorder, due to the protection features of the
camcorder being activated in such situations.
In this case, an indicator appears on the LCD
screen (p. 115).
When the camcorder is connected to a
computer
Do not try to format the hard disk or music file
storage area of the camcorder using a computer.
If you do so, your camcorder may not operate
correctly.
Note on using the camcorder at high
altitudes
Do not turn on the camcorder in a low-pressure
area, where the altitude is more than 5,000
meters (16,000 feet). Doing so may damage the
hard disk drive of your camcorder.
Note on disposal/transfer
or formatting the hard disk of the camcorder,
you may not delete data from the hard disk
completely. When you transfer the camcorder, it
is recommended that you perform [ EMPTY]
Also, when you dispose of the camcorder, it is
recommended that you destroy the actual body
of the camcorder.
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Getting started
Step 1: Charging the battery pack
Battery pack
DC IN jack
DC plug
ACCESS lamp
(hard disk)
/CHG lamp
AC Adaptor
Power cord (mains lead)
To the wall outlet
(wall socket)
You can charge the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (H series) after attaching it to your
camcorder.
You cannot attach any “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack other than the H series to your camcorder.
Turn off your camcorder by closing the LCD screen after replacing the
viewfinder.
1
2
3
Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction of the arrow until it
clicks.
Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to your
camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket).
Align the mark on the DC plug with that on the DC IN jack.
The /CHG lamp lights up and charging starts. The /CHG lamp turns off when the
battery pack is fully charged.
When the battery is charged, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN
jack of your camcorder.
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When your camcorder is on, you can check the approximate amount of remaining battery power with the
remaining battery indicator at the upper left on the LCD screen.
Charging time
Approximate time (min.) required when you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack.
Battery pack
NP-FH50
NP-FH60 (supplied)
NP-FH70
Charging time
135
135
170
390
NP-FH100
Time measured with the camcorder at 25 C (77 F). 10 C to 30 C (50 F to 86 F) is recommended.
To remove the battery pack
Close the LCD screen. Slide the BATT (battery) release lever and remove the battery pack
.
To use a wall outlet (wall socket) as a power source
attached, the battery pack is not discharged.
Charging the battery pack abroad
You can charge the battery pack in any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with
your camcorder within the AC 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz range.
Do not use an electronic voltage transformer.
Notes on the battery pack
When you remove the battery pack or disconnect the AC Adaptor, replace the viewfinder, close the LCD
screen and make sure that the
The /CHG lamp flashes during charging under the following conditions:
The battery pack is not attached correctly.
The battery pack is damaged.
When attaching a video light (sold separately), it is recommended that you use an NP-FH70 or NP-
FH100 battery pack.
We do not recommend using an NP-FH30, which only allows short recording and playback times, with
your camcorder.
In the default setting, the power turns off automatically if you leave your camcorder without any
operation for about 5 minutes, to save battery power ([A.SHUT OFF]).
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Notes 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.
Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture.
Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic objects. This
may cause a malfunction.
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Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the
date and time
Open the LCD screen of your camcorder.
1
Your camcorder is turned on.
To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is open, press POWER.
POWER
(Movie): To record movies
(Photo): To record photos
Select the desired geographical area with
/
, then touch [NEXT].
2
3
Touch the button on the
LCD screen.
To set the date and time again, touch
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [CLOCK/ LANG]
until the item appears.
[CLOCK SET]. When an item is not on the screen, touch
/
Set [DST SET] or [SUMMERTIME], date and time, then touch
.
The clock starts.
If you set [DST SET] or [SUMMERTIME] to [ON], the clock advances 1 hour.
The date and time do not appear during recording, but they are automatically recorded on the recording
media, and can be displayed during playback. To display the date and time, touch
(SETTINGS) [VIEW IMAGES SET] [DATA CODE] [DATE/TIME]
(HOME)
.
You can turn off the operation beeps by touching
SET] [BEEP] [OFF]
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [SOUND/DISP
.
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Once the clock is set, the clock time is automatically adjusted with [AUTO CLOCK ADJ] and [AUTO
depending on the country/region selected for your camcorder. In this case, set [AUTO CLOCK ADJ] and
[AUTO AREA ADJ] to [OFF] (HDR-XR500V/XR520V).
To turn off the power
Close the LCD screen. The (Movie) lamp flashes for a few seconds, and the power is turned
off.
POWER
You can turn off your camcorder also by pressing POWER.
If the viewfinder is pulled out, retract the viewfinder as shown in the illustration below.
On turning the camcorder on or off using the LCD screen or the viewfinder
The power of the camcorder is turned on or off depending on the status of the LCD screen or
the viewfinder.
Status
Viewfinder
Power of the
camcorder
LCD screen
Open
Retracted
Pulled out
Retracted
Pulled out
On
On
Off
On
Closed
Notes
Even if the LCD screen is closed, if the viewfinder is pulled out, the camcorder is not turned off. When
you turn off the power of the camcorder, make sure that the viewfinder is retracted to the original
position.
Changing the language setting
You can change the on-screen displays to show messages in a specified language.
Touch (HOME)
a desired language
(SETTINGS) [CLOCK/ LANG] [ LANGUAGE SET]
.
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Recording/Playback
Five pieces of advice for successful recording
.Stabilizing.your.camcorder
When you hold the camcorder, keep your upper body upright,
and hold your arms close to your body.
The SteadyShot function is effective against camera-shake,
however, it is essential that you not move the camcorder.
.Zooming.smoothly
Zoom in and out slowly and smoothly. And, use zooming
sparingly. Excessive zooming will make movies that may make
the viewer feel tired when viewing them.
.Evoking.a.feeling.of.spaciousness
Use the panning technique. Stabilize yourself, move your
camcorder horizontally as you turn your upper body slowly. Stay
still at the end of panning for a while to make the scene look
stable.
.Accentuating.movies.with.narration
Consider the sound to be recorded with your movies. Narrate
the subject, or talk to the subject during shooting.
Aim for a balanced volume of voices, since the recording person
is closer to the microphone than the recorded person.
.Using.accessories
Make good use of camcorder accessories.
For example, using a tripod, you can make a time-lapse
recording or record subjects in dim light, such as scenes of
fireworks, or night views. By always carrying spare batteries, you
can continue recording without worrying about battery power
shortages.
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Recording and playing movies and photos easily
Easy Handycam Operation)
(
Simply press EASY. You can record or play movies and photos easily (Easy Handycam
operation).
During Easy Handycam operation, you can set basic options, such as changing the image size
or deleting images, among the setting and adjustment items. Other items are set automatically.
When Easy Handycam operation is started, nearly all menu settings are reset to the default settings
automatically. (Some menu items retain the settings that were made before Easy Handycam operation.)
Recording movies
In the default setting, movies are recorded with
high definition image quality (HD) on the hard disk
(p. 70, 74).
Fasten the grip belt.
Open the LCD screen of your camcorder.
Your camcorder is turned on.
Press EASY.
appears on the LCD screen.
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Press (VIEW IMAGES).
The VISUAL INDEX screen appears after some seconds.
Touch the
(or
) tab () a desired movie ().
HOME MENU
Searches for images by
date (p. 48)
Previous 12 images
Next 12 images
Returns to the
recording screen
: Displays the Highlight Playback screen (p. 47).
: Displays the screen to select the index type ([ MAP] (HDR-XR500V/XR520V)/
[
: Displays high definition image quality (HD) movies.*
: Displays photos.
*
appears when you select standard definition image quality (SD) movies in [
(p. 88).
/
SET]
appears with the movie or photo that was most recently played or recorded. If you touch the
movie or photo with , you can continue playback from the previous time. (appears on the
photo recorded on “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media.)
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Your camcorder starts playing the selected movie.
Volume adjustment
Previous
Next
To stop
To fast-forward
To pause/play
To fast-reverse
Tips
When playback from the selected movie reaches the last movie, the screen returns to the VISUAL INDEX
screen.
You can slow down the playback speed by touching
You can adjust the volume by touching adjust with
/
during pause.
/
during playback.
Protected demonstration movie has been provided on your camcorder when you buy it.
Viewing photos
On the VISUAL INDEX screen, touch the (Photo) tab () a desired photo
().
Displays the Map Index
XR500V/XR520V)
Your camcorder starts playing the selected photo.
Slide show/pause
Previous
Next
To the VISUAL
INDEX screen
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Tips
To cancel Easy Handycam operation
After you finish recording, or close menu setting screen, press EASY again.
from the LCD screen.
disappears
Menu settings during Easy Handycam operation
Notes
You cannot use the
OPTION MENU.
Cancel Easy Handycam operation if you want to add effects to images or change settings.
Invalid buttons during Easy Handycam operation
You cannot use some buttons/functions during Easy Handycam operation since they are
automatically set. If you set an invalid operation, [Invalid during Easy Handycam operation.]
may appear.
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Recording
Recording movies
In the default setting, movies are recorded with high
definition image quality (HD) on the internal hard
disk (p. 70, 74).
Fasten the grip belt.
Open the LCD screen of your camcorder.
Your camcorder is turned on.
Press START/STOP to start recording.
[STBY] [REC]
To stop recording, press START/STOP again.
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The maximum continuous recordable time of movies is about 13 hours.
When a movie file exceeds 2 GB, the next movie file is created automatically.
[ STEADYSHOT] is set to [ACTIVE] in the default setting.
It will take several seconds until you can start recording after you turn on the camcorder. You cannot
operate your camcorder during this time.
If you close the LCD screen while recording movies, the camcorder stops recording.
If the ACCESS/access lamp is lit or flashing after recording is finished, it means that data is still being
written onto the recording media. Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder, and do not remove
the battery or AC Adaptor.
You can check the recordable time and the remaining capacity, etc., by touching
(HOME)
To adjust the angle of the LCD panel, first open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (), and
then adjust the angle (). If you rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees to the lens side (), you can record
movies/photos in mirror mode.
90 degrees (max.)
90 degrees to the camcorder
180 degrees (max.)
When you make recording with the viewfinder only, pull out the viewfinder (), close the LCD panel,
and adjust the angle to your comfortable position(). If the indicators on the viewfinder appear blurred,
adjust the focus with the viewfinder lens adjustment lever located beneath the viewfinder.
When you open or close the LCD screen, or adjust the angle, be careful not to press the buttons on the
side of the LCD screen by mistake.
Tips
When a face is detected, a white frame appears and the image quality around the face is optimized
automatically ([FACE DET. SETTING], p. 86).
In the default setting, a photo is recorded automatically when the camcorder detects the smile of a person
possible smile detection shot.
You can switch the shooting mode by touching (HOME)
(CAMERA) [MOVIE].
The LCD screen of your camcorder can display recording images across the entire screen (full pixel
display). However, this may cause slight trimming of the top, bottom, right and left edges of images when
played back on a TV which is not compatible with full pixel display. In this case, set [GUIDEFRAME] to
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Data code during recording
The recording date, time and condition, and coordinates (HDR-XR500V/XR520V) are
recorded automatically on the recording media. They are not displayed during recording.
However, you can check them as [DATA CODE] during playback (p. 88).
Shooting photos
In the default setting, photos are recorded on the internal hard disk (p. 70).
Open the LCD screen of your camcorder.
Your camcorder is turned on.
Press MODE to turn on the (Photo) lamp.
Press PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus, then press it fully.
Flashes Lights up
When
disappears, the photo is recorded.
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To change the image size, touch (HOME)
IMAGE SIZE] a desired setting
(SETTINGS) [PHOTO SETTINGS]
(p. 81).
[
Your camcorder flashes automatically when there is insufficient ambient light. The flash does not work
You cannot record photos while
is displayed.
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Useful functions for recording movies and photos
Zooming
You can magnify images up to 12 times the original size with the power zoom lever or the
zoom buttons on the LCD frame.
Wider range of view
(Wide angle)
Close view
(Telephoto)
Move the power zoom lever slightly for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom.
Notes
Be sure to keep your finger on the power zoom lever. If you move your finger off the power zoom lever,
the operation sound of the power zoom lever may also be recorded.
You cannot change the zoom speed with the zoom buttons on the LCD frame.
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.
Tips
Recording sound with more presence (5.1ch surround recording)
Dolby Digital 5.1ch surround sound can be recorded with the built-in microphone. You can
enjoy realistic sound when playing the movie on devices that support 5.1ch surround sound.
Built-in microphone
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Notes
If you play back 5.1ch sound on your camcorder, 5.1ch sound is automatically converted and output in
2ch.
To enjoy the 5.1ch surround sound of the movies recorded with high definition image quality (HD) in
5.1ch sound, you need an AVCHD format device compatible with 5.1ch surround.
When you connect your camcorder with an HDMI cable (sold separately), the sound of high definition
image quality (HD) movies recorded in 5.1ch sound is automatically output in 5.1ch sound. The sound of
standard definition image quality (SD) movies is converted to 2ch.
Tips
You can select the recording sound from [5.1ch SURROUND] (
([AUDIO MODE], p. 75).
) or [2ch STEREO] (
)
You can create a disc, which contains the movies recorded on your camcorder, on a computer using the
supplied software. If you play the disc on a 5.1ch surround system, you can enjoy realistic sound.
Recording high quality photos during movie recording (Dual Rec)
You can record high quality photos during movie recording by pressing PHOTO.
Notes
You cannot use the flash during movie recording.
may appear when the capacity of the recording media is not enough or when you record photos
continuously. You cannot record photos while
is displayed.
Tips
When the MODE lamp is set to
(4:3).
You can record photos during recording standby in the same way as when the
on. You can also record with the flash.
(Movie), the size of photos becomes [
8.3M] (16:9 wide) or [6.2M]
(Photo) lamp is turned
Recording in dark places (NightShot/LOW LUX)
HDR-XR500/XR520
Infrared port
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HDR-XR500V/XR520V
Infrared port
When you want to record images in dim light, set the STD/LOW LUX/NIGHTSHOT switch
to LOW LUX. appears, and images will be recorded brighter than if you do not use LOW
LUX.
When you set the STD/LOW LUX/NIGHTSHOT switch to NIGHTSHOT, appears, and
you can record images even in total darkness.
Set the STD/LOW LUX/NIGHTSHOT switch to STD when recording in normal ambient
light.
Notes
The NightShot function uses infrared light. Therefore, do not cover the infrared port with your fingers or
other objects.
Remove the conversion lens (sold separately).
Do not use the NightShot function in bright places. This may cause a malfunction.
Recording in mirror mode
Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder , then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens
side .
Tips
A mirror-image of the subject appears on the LCD screen, but the image will be normal when recorded.
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Recording fast action in slow-motion (SMTH SLW REC)
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.
Touch (HOME)
(CAMERA) [SMTH SLW REC].
Press START/STOP.
An about-3-second movie is recorded as a 12-second-slow-motion movie.
[Recording…] disappears, when recording is finished.
Touch
to cancel the smooth slow recording.
To change the setting
Touch (OPTION)
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]
Notes
You cannot record sound with [SMTH SLW REC].
Image quality of [SMTH SLW REC] is not as good as that of normal recording.
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Switching the screen display, or turning the LCD backlight on/off
You can switch the screen display when you press DISP while the power is set to on.
To turn off the LCD backlight, press and hold DISP down for a few seconds until
appears.
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 down for a few seconds until
disappears.
Controlling the image settings manually with the MANUAL dial
You can assign 1 menu item you use often to the MANUAL dial.
Since the focus adjustment is assigned to the MANUAL dial in the default settings, the
operation below is described as adjusting the focus using the dial.
MANUAL
MANUAL dial
Press MANUAL to activate the manual adjustment mode.
Pressing MANUAL switches the setting mode between automatic and manual.
Rotate the MANUAL dial to adjust the focus.
Items you can assign to the MANUAL dial
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To assign the menu items to the MANUAL dial
Press and hold MANUAL down for a few seconds.
Rotate the MANUAL dial and select the item to be assigned.
Press MANUAL.
Notes
Manual settings will be retained even if you change the assigned item of the MANUAL dial. However, if
you set [EXPOSURE] after setting [AE SHIFT] manually, [EXPOSURE] will override [AE SHIFT].
If you select [RESET] in step , all the items adjusted manually are reset to the default settings.
Tips
The functions of the items that can be assigned to the MANUAL dial are the same as those of menu
operation.
You can also assign menu items to the MANUAL dial by touching
(HOME)
(SETTINGS)
[MOVIE SETTINGS]/[PHOTO SETTINGS] [DIAL SETTING].
Acquiring location information (GPS) (HDR-XR500V/XR520V)
Set the GPS switch to ON (
appears on the LCD screen). Your camcorder starts trying
to triangulate. When your camcorder triangulates successfully, it will record the location
information at the time movies and photos were recorded.
can remember where you recorded those movies and photos.
In addition, you can acquire your current location information to check where you are at the
moment (p. 59).
Using the supplied software, “PMB,” you can display the movies and photos where you recorded them on
a map. For details, see page 44.
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Notes
The indicator changes according to the strength of GPS signal reception.
Triangulating status
GPS indicators
GPS reception status
The GPS switch is set to OFF, or the GPS receiver is not functioning
normally.
Function off
No
indicator
Your camcorder cannot find a GPS signal, therefore, it cannot
triangulate. Use your camcorder in an open area.
Difficult
Your camcorder is confirming the GPS signal, and will be able
to acquire location information soon. Wait until your camcorder
completes the triangulation.
Processing
Your camcorder is receiving a GPS signal, and can acquire location
information.
Triangulating
Triangulating
Your camcorder is receiving a strong GPS signal, and can acquire
location information.
The GPS switch is set to ON in the default setting. Movies and photos recorded during triangulation by
GPS will be recorded with location information. If you do not want to record location information, set
the GPS switch to OFF.
It may take from several seconds to several minutes to acquire the location information when you use the
GPS for the first time or use it again after long intervals.
Even if the camcorder is turned off, the GPS function is working as long as the GPS switch is set to ON.
Make sure that the GPS switch is set to OFF during take off and landing of an airplane.
You may not be able to acquire location information depending on the strength of GPS reception.
Tips
If the camcorder keeps displaying
OFF, and to ON again.
and does not start triangulating for a while, set the GPS switch to
When you play movies and photos with [DATA CODE] set to [COORDINATES], the location
information appears on the LCD screen (p. 88).
You can use [AUTO CLOCK ADJ] and [AUTO AREA ADJ] to adjust the clock and the area.
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Playback.on.the.camcorder
In the default setting, movies and photos that are recorded on the internal hard disk are
played (p. 70).
Playing movies
Open the LCD screen of your camcorder.
Your camcorder is turned on.
Press (VIEW IMAGES).
The VISUAL INDEX screen appears after some seconds.
You can display the VISUAL INDEX screen by pressing
(VIEW IMAGES) on the LCD screen
as well.
Touch
(or
) tab () a desired movie ().
To the list of recording
dates (p. 48)
Previous
Next
To return to
recording mode
: Displays the Highlight Playback screen (p. 47).
: Displays the screen to select the index type ([ MAP](HDR-XR500V/XR520V)/[
: Displays high definition image quality (HD) movies*.
: Displays photos.
*
appears when the standard definition image quality (SD) movie is selected with [
SET] (p. 88).
/
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appears with the movie or photo that was most recently played or recorded. If you touch the
movie or photo with , you can continue playback from the previous time. (appears on the
photo recorded on “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media.)
Your camcorder starts playing the selected movie.
Previous
Next
Volume adjustment
OPTION
To stop
To fast-forward
To pause/play
To fast-reverse
Tips
When playback from the selected movie reaches the last movie, the screen returns to the VISUAL INDEX
screen.
Touch
As you repeat touching
/
during pause to play back movies slowly.
during playback, movies are played as fast as about 5 times about
/
10 times about 30 times about 60 times.
You can display the VISUAL INDEX by touching
INDEX].
(HOME)
(VIEW IMAGES) [VISUAL
The recording date, time, and shooting conditions, and coordinates (HDR-XR500V/XR520V) are
recorded automatically during recording. This information is not displayed during recording, but you can
display it during playback by touching
[DATA CODE] a desired setting
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [VIEW IMAGES SET]
.
Protected demonstration movie has been provided on your camcoder when you buy it.
To adjust the sound volume of movies
While playing back movies, touch
adjust with
/
.
You can adjust the sound volume from the OPTION MENU.
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Viewing photos
Touch (Photo) tab a desired photo on the VISUAL INDEX screen.
Displays the Map Index
XR500V/XR520V)
Your camcorder displays the selected photo.
Previous
To start/stop slide show
Next
To the VISUAL
INDEX screen
OPTION MENU
Tips
When viewing photos recorded on “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media,
the screen.
(playback folder) appears on
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Useful functions for playing movies and photos
Searching for a desired scene by recording location (Map Index) (HDR-
XR500V/XR520V)
Where movies and photos were recorded is marked on a map. You can select a movie or photo
by recording location. Select the recording media which contains the movie or photo you
want to play back before starting this operation (p. 70).
You can use the Map Index only with movies and photos having location information that was recorded
with the GPS switch set to ON (p. 39).
You cannot use the Map Index with photos recorded on “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media.
Press
(VIEW IMAGES).
The VISUAL INDEX screen appears.
Touch
(
VIEW IMAGES) [ MAP].
Returns to the VISUAL INDEX screen
Scale
Previous
Next
Image marker
Displays photos
You can change the scale using the zoom lever or zoom buttons (W: larger, T: smaller).
The point you touch on the map scrolls to the center automatically. If you hold a certain point, the map
keeps scrolling.
will appear at the upper right corner of the thumbnail of the movie or photo without location
information.
Touch the image marker where you recorded the movies and photos to be
played back.
The image marker turns red. The movies or photos recorded at that location are displayed
on the left of the screen.
ꢂꢂ
Touch the desired movie or photo.
Playback starts from the selected scene.
Notes
Make sure that you set the GPS switch to ON prior to recording, to be able to create movies and photos
that you can search for on the Map Index (p. 39).
The map always displays the north at the top.
When you record several movies and photos at the same location, the movie or photo recorded most
recently will be displayed on the LCD screen.
Tips
You can also display the Map Index screen by touching
MAP].
You can also search for the thumbnail of the movie or photo you want to play by touching
3. The recording location of the movie or photo will be displayed at the center of the map.
(HOME)
(VIEW IMAGES)
[
/
in step
Searching for desired scene by pinpoint (Film Roll Index)
Movies can be divided by a set time and the first scene of each division is displayed on the
index screen. You can start playing back a movie from the selected thumbnail.
Select the recording media which contains the movie you want to play back before the
operation (p. 70).
Press
(VIEW IMAGES).
The VISUAL INDEX screen appears.
Touch
(
VIEW IMAGES) [ FILM ROLL].
Returns to the VISUAL INDEX screen
Sets the interval at which to create thumbnails of scenes in a movie.
ꢂꢃ
Touch
Touch
/
/
to select the desired movie.
to search for the desired scene, then touch the scene you want
to play back.
Playback starts from the selected scene.
Tips
You can also display the [Film Roll Index] screen by touching
(HOME)
(VIEW IMAGES)
[
FILM ROLL].
Searching for desired scene by face (Face Index)
The face images detected during movie recording are displayed on the index screen.
You can play back the movie from the selected face image.
Select the recording media which contains the movie you want to play back before the
operation (p. 70).
Press
(VIEW IMAGES).
The VISUAL INDEX screen appears.
Touch
(
VIEW IMAGES) [ FACE].
Returns to the VISUAL INDEX screen
Touch
Touch
/
/
to select the desired movie.
to search for the desired face image, then touch the desired
face image to view the scene.
Playback starts from the beginning of the scene with the selected face image.
ꢂꢄ
Notes
Faces may not be detected depending on recording conditions.
Example: People wearing glasses or hats, or who do not face towards the camera.
Make sure that you set [FACE DETECTION] to [ON] (the default setting) prior to recording, to search
movies on the Face Index (p. 86).
Tips
You can also display the [Face Index] screen by touching
FACE].
(HOME)
(VIEW IMAGES)
[
Playing back a digest of your movies (HIGHLIGHT PLAYBACK)
Your camcorder selects a number of short scenes at random, puts them together, and plays
them back as a digest of your high definition image quality (HD) movies with music and
visual effects. You cannot record a scene and specify it as a highlight scene. Scenes selected for
Highlight Playback differ each time Highlight Playback is selected.
Select the recording media which contains the movie you want to play back before you start
the operation (p. 70).
Press
(VIEW IMAGES).
The VISUAL INDEX screen appears.
Touch (HIGHLIGHT PLAYBACK).
The settings for Highlight Playback appear. The Highlight Playback starts after several
seconds.
Returns to the VISUAL INDEX screen
To stop Highlight Playback
To pause, touch .
To stop, touch or
.
To change the settings for Highlight Playback
After touching in step 2, touch [HIGHLIGHT SET] before the Highlight Playback starts.
You can set following items.
[PLAYBACK RANGE]
Set the range of movies to be played by selecting the from and to date, then touch
.
If no range is set, your camcorder plays the movies starting from those of the date displayed on the
VISUAL INDEX screen until the most recently recorded movie.
ꢂ7
[THEME]
Select one of the following: [SIMPLE], [NOSTALGIC], [STYLISH], [ACTIVE] (the default setting)
The music category is selected automatically according to the theme.
[MUSIC]
From the music category, you can select one of the following: [MUSIC1], [MUSIC2], [MUSIC3],
[MUSIC4] (the default setting), [ORIGINAL SOUND]
[SHUFFLE]
To play back movies in random order, select [ON].
To change music files
You can transfer music files from audio CDs or MP3 files to your camcorder, and play them with
Highlight Playback. To transfer music files, you need to install the software from the supplied CD-ROM
on your computer. Turn on your camcorder and computer, connect them with the supplied USB cable,
then touch [DOWNLOAD MUSIC] on the camcorder screen. (If the [USB CONNECT] screen does not
appear, touch
After the music file is transferred to the camcorder, if you cannot play the music, the music file may
be damaged. Delete the music file by touching (HOME) (OTHERS) [MUSIC TOOL]
(HOME) (OTHERS) [USB CONNECT]). For details, see the “PMB Guide.”
[EMPTY MUSIC], then transfer the music file again. If you delete music files using [EMPTY MUSIC],
the music data recorded on your camcorder at the factory will be deleted too. In this case, you can restore
them using Music Transfer supplied with PMB. Refer to the PMB Guide for details.
Notes
The [PLAYBACK RANGE] setting is cleared when the Highlight Playback stops.
You cannot save scenes selected for HIGHLIGHT PLAYBACK.
Tips
You can change the settings for Highlight Playback during Highlight Playback by touching
If you change the settings for Highlight Playback, Highlight Playback scenes are re-selected.
(OPTION).
If you change [MUSIC] after you select [THEME], the music will be selected automatically for the theme
from next time.
Searching for desired images by date (Date Index)
You can search for desired images by date efficiently.
Select the recording media which contains the image you want to play back before the
operation (p. 70).
Notes
You cannot use the Date Index function for photos on “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media.
Press
(VIEW IMAGES).
The VISUAL INDEX screen appears.
To search for movies, touch the
the tab.
or
tab. To search for photos, touch
ꢂ8
Touch date on the screen.
The recording dates of images are displayed on the screen.
Returns to the VISUAL INDEX screen
Touch
/
to select the date of the desired image, then touch
.
The images of the selected date are displayed on the VISUAL INDEX screen.
Tips
On the [Film Roll Index]/[Face Index] screen, you can use the Date Index function by following the steps
3 to 4.
Using PB zoom with photos
You can magnify photos from about 1.1 to 5 times the original size.
Magnification can be adjusted with the power zoom lever or the zoom buttons on the LCD
frame.
Play back the photo you want to magnify.
Magnify the photo with T (Telephoto).
The screen is framed.
Touch the screen at the point you want to display in the center of the
displayed frame.
ꢂꢅ
Adjust the magnification with W (Wide angle)/T (Telephoto).
To cancel, touch
.
Playing back a series of photos (Slide show)
Touch
on the photo playback screen.
The slide show begins from the selected photo.
To stop the slide show
Touch
.
To restart the slide show
Touch
again.
Notes
You cannot operate playback zoom during slide show.
Tips
You can also play back the slide show by touching
VISUAL INDEX screen.
You can set continuous slide show playback by selecting
(OPTION)
tab [SLIDE SHOW] on the
tab [SLIDE SHOW
(OPTION)
SET] while playing photos. The default setting is [ON] (continuous playback).
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Playing images on a TV
Connection methods and the image quality (high definition (HD) or standard definition
(SD)) viewed on the TV screen differ depending on what type of TV is connected, and the
connectors used. You can connect your camcorder to the TV easily following the instructions
displayed on the LCD screen, [TV CONNECT Guide].
Connecting a TV using [TV CONNECT Guide]
Switch the input on the TV to the connected jack.
Refer to the instruction manuals of the TV.
Turn on your camcorder, and touch (HOME)
CONNECT Guide] on the LCD screen.
(OTHERS) [TV
When an item is not on the screen, touch
/
until the item appears.
Connect your camcorder and TV referring to [TV CONNECT Guide].
Connectors on your camcorder
Input connectors on
the TV
When the A/V connecting cable is used to output movies, movies are output with standard
definition image quality (SD).
Play back movies and photos on your camcorder (p. 41).
ꢃ1
Connecting to a high definition TV
High definition image quality (HD) movies are played back with high definition image quality
(HD). Standard definition image quality (SD) movies are played back with standard definition
image quality (SD).
: Signal flow
HOME MENU setting
Type
Camcorder
Cable
TV
(SETTINGS)
[OUTPUT SETTINGS]
[COMPONENT]
[1080i/480i] (p. 94)
Component A/V cable
(supplied)
(Green) Y
(Blue) PB/CB
(Red) PR/CR
(White)
(Red)
Notes
If you connect only component video plugs, audio signals are not output. Connect the white and red
plugs to output audio signals.
HDMI cable (sold separately)
Notes
Use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo.
Use an HDMI mini connector on one end (for the camcorder), and a plug suitable for connecting 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.
ꢃꢀ
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, high definition image quality (HD)
movies are output in 5.1ch surround sound automatically. Standard definition image quality (SD) movies
are converted to 2ch sound.
Connecting to a non-high-definition 16:9 (wide) or 4:3 TV
High definition image quality (HD) movies are converted to standard definition image quality
(SD) and played back. Standard definition image quality (SD) movies are played back with
standard definition image quality (SD).
To set the aspect ratio according to the connected TV (16:9/4:3)
Set [TV TYPE] to [16:9] or [4:3] according to your TV (p. 93).
Notes
When you play back standard definition image quality (SD) movies on a 4:3 TV that is not compatible
with the 16:9 signal, record movies with 4:3 aspect ratio. Touch (HOME) (SETTINGS)
(p. 76).
[MOVIE SETTINGS] [WIDE SELECT] [4:3]
ꢃꢁ
: Signal flow
HOME MENU setting
Type
Camcorder
Cable
TV
(SETTINGS)
[OUTPUT SETTINGS]
[COMPONENT]
[480i] (p. 94)
Component A/V cable
(supplied)
(Green) Y
(Blue) PB/CB
(Red) PR/CR
(SETTINGS)
[OUTPUT SETTINGS]
[TV TYPE]
(White)
(Red)
[16:9]/[4:3]* (p. 93)
Notes
If you connect only component video plugs, audio signals are not output. Connect the white and red
plugs to output audio signals.
(SETTINGS)
A/V connecting cable with
S VIDEO (sold separately)
[OUTPUT SETTINGS]
[TV TYPE]
[16:9]/[4:3]* (p. 93)
(White)
(Red)
(Yellow)
Notes
When the S VIDEO plug (S VIDEO channel) is connected, audio signals are not output. To output audio
signals, connect the white and red plugs to the audio input jack of your TV.
This connection produces higher resolution images compared with the A/V connecting cable (Type ).
(SETTINGS)
A/V connecting cable
(supplied)
[OUTPUT SETTINGS]
[TV TYPE]
[16:9]/[4:3]* (p. 93)
(Yellow)
(White)
(Red)
* Set [TV TYPE] according to your TV.
ꢃꢂ
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.).
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.
Notes
When the A/V connecting cable is used to output images, images are output with standard definition
image quality (SD).
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 component S VIDEO video
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an interface to send both video/audio signals. The
HDMI OUT jack outputs high quality images and digital audio.
Using “BRAVIA”Sync
You can operate your camcorder with the Remote Commander of your TV by connecting
your camcorder to a “BRAVIA” Sync compatible TV launched in 2008 or later with the HDMI
cable.
HDMI cable
Connect your camcorder and a “BRAVIA”Sync compatible TV with the HDMI
cable (sold separately).
Turn on your camcorder.
The TV input is switched automatically, and the image of your camcorder is displayed
on the TV.
ꢃꢃ
Operate your camcorder with the Remote Commander of the TV.
You can do the following operations.
to display
(VIEW IMAGES) or
(HOME) by pressing the SYNC MENU button
to display an index screen, such as the VISUAL INDEX screen, and play back the desired movies or
photos by pressing up/down/left/right/enter buttons on the Remote Commander of your TV
Notes
There may be some operations you cannot do with the Remote Commander.
To set your camcorder, touch
HDMI] [ON] (the default setting)
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [GENERAL SET] [CTRL FOR
.
Also set your TV. Refer to the instruction manual of the TV for details.
Tips
If you turn off the TV, your camcorder is turned off simultaneously.
ꢃꢄ
Editing
Deleting movies and
photos
You can free media space by deleting
movies and photos from recording media.
Select the recording medium that contains
the movies and photos you want to delete
movies, select the image quality (p. 88).
2
3
To delete movies, touch
[
[
DELETE] [
DELETE].
DELETE] or
To delete photos, touch [ DELETE]
DELETE].
[
Touch and display the mark
on the movies or photos to be
deleted.
Notes
You cannot restore images once they are
deleted.
Do not remove the battery pack or the AC
Adaptor from your camcorder while deleting
the images. It may damage the recording media.
Do not eject “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media
while deleting images from “Memory Stick PRO
Duo” media.
You cannot delete protected movies and photos.
Undo the protection of the movies and photos
to delete them, before you try to delete them
(p. 63).
Tips
Press and hold the image down on the
LCD screen to confirm the image. Touch
to return to the previous screen.
If the deleted movie is included in the Playlist
deleted also from the Playlist.
Save important movies and photos in advance
(p. 67).
4
Touch
.
[YES]
To delete all movies/photos at one time
In step 2, touch [ DELETE]
[
Tips
You can select up to 100 images at one time.
You can delete an image on the playback screen
DELETE ALL]/[
DELETE ALL]
[YES] [YES]
.
from
OPTION MENU.
To delete all photos at one time, touch
DELETE] [ DELETE ALL] [YES]
[YES]
To delete all images recorded in the recording
media, and recover all the recordable space of
the media, format the media (p. 72).
[
.
Reduced-size images which enable you to view
many images at the same time on an index
screen are called “thumbnails.”
To delete all the movies/photos
recorded on the same day at one time
You can delete photos by selecting recording
dates only when photos are recorded on the
internal hard disk.
1
Touch (HOME)
[DELETE].
(OTHERS)
In step 2, touch [ DELETE]
[
DELETE by date]/[
DELETE
by date].
To delete all photos on the same day at one
time, touch [ DELETE]
[
DELETE by date].
ꢃ7
Touch
/
to select the recording date
of the desired movies/photos, then touch
.
The movies/photos recorded on the
selected date are displayed on the screen.
Tips
Touch the image down on the LCD screen
to confirm the image. Touch
to the previous screen.
to return
Touch
[YES]
.
ꢃ8
When your camcorder cannot acquire the
current location information, the center marker
turns gray and the map shows the last location
acquired.
If you hold a certain point, the map keeps
scrolling.
Acquiring the current
location information
(HDR-XR500V/XR520V)
You can also display the current location by
You can display the current location on a
map.
Set the GPS switch to ON so that your
camcorder can acquire the current location
information (p. 39).
touching
(HOME) (OTHERS)
[
YOUR LOCATION].
Touch
(
YOUR LOCATION) on the
recording screen.
The current location is displayed and
marked at the center of the LCD screen.
If you touch a certain point on the screen,
the map shows the area with that point at
the center.
Touch (your location) at the bottom
left of the LCD screen to move the current
location back to the center.
To close the map screen
Touch
.
Notes
The map always displays the north at the top.
Tips
You can change the scale using the zoom lever
or zoom buttons (W: larger, T: smaller).
Your camcorder acquires the current location
information every 10 seconds. The displays
of the center marker, etc., appear differently
according to the status of the current inquiry.
ꢃꢅ
To continue capturing, touch
repeat steps from step 3.
To capture a photo from another movie,
touch , then repeat steps from step 2.
, then
Capturing a photo
from a movie
You can save a selected frame from a
recorded movie as a photo.
Select the recording media which contains
movies and the image quality, and the
recording media where you want to save
photos before the operation (p. 70, 88).
5
Touch
.
Notes
The image size is fixed depending on the image
quality of the movie:
[
(HD)
[
2.1M] with high definition image quality
1
Touch (HOME)
[PHOTO CAPTURE].
The [PHOTO CAPTURE] screen
appears.
(OTHERS)
0.2M] in 16:9 (wide) with standard
definition image quality (SD)
[VGA(0.3M)] in 4:3 with standard definition
image quality (SD)
The recording medium where you want to save
photos should have enough free space.
The recording date and time of captured photos
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 photo
will be the date and time you captured from
the movie.
2
3
Touch the movie to be captured.
The selected movie starts playback.
Touch
at the point where
you want to capture.
The movie pauses. Play and pause
toggles as you press
.
Adjust the capturing point with
more precision after you selected
the point with
.
Returns to the beginning of the selected
movie
4
Touch
.
The captured photo is saved on the
recording media selected in [PHOTO
MEDIA SET] (p. 70).
When capturing is finished, the screen
returns to pause.
ꢄ0
Dubbing/copying
movies and photos
from the internal hard
disk to “Memory Stick
PRO Duo”media
Touch the image quality of the
movie to be dubbed.
[
DUB]: To dub the high
definition image quality (HD) movies
DUB]: To dub the standard
[
definition image quality (SD) movies
Dubbing movies
Touch the type of dubbing.
[DUB by select]: To select movies and
dub
[DUB by date]: To dub all movies of a
specified date
You can dub movies recorded on the
internal hard disk of your camcorder to
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media.
Insert “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media
into your camcorder before the operation.
[
DUB ALL]: To dub the high
definition image quality (HD) Playlist
DUB ALL]: To dub the standard
Notes
[
When you record a movie on “Memory Stick
PRO Duo” media for the first time, create the
definition image quality (SD) Playlist
When you select the Playlist as the
source of dubbing, follow the on-screen
instructions to dub the Playlist.
image database file by touching
(HOME)
(MANAGE MEDIA) [REPAIR IMG.DB
F.] [MEMORY STICK].
Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet
(wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor to
prevent your camcorder from running out of
power during dubbing.
Select the movie to be dubbed.
[DUB by select]: Touch the movie to be
dubbed, and mark it with . You can
select multiple movies.
Tips
The original movie will not be deleted after
dubbing.
All included images in a Playlist will be dubbed.
The images recorded by this camcorder and
stored onto the recording media are called
“original.”
Estimmated remaining
capacity of “Memory Stick
PRO Duo” media
Touch (HOME)
[MOVIE DUB].
(OTHERS)
The [MOVIE DUB] screen appears.
Tips
Press and hold the image down on the
LCD screen to confirm the image. Touch
to return to the previous screen.
ꢄ1
[DUB by date]: Select the recording
date of the movie to be dubbed, then
Touch the type of copying.
touch
dates.
. You cannot select multiple
[COPY by select]: To copy selected
photos
[COPY by date]: To copy all photos of
a specified date
Select the photo to be copied.
[COPY by select]: Touch the photo to
be copied, and mark with . You can
select multiple photos.
Touch
[YES]
.
Tips
To check the dubbed movies after dubbing is
finished, select [MEMORY STICK] on [MOVIE
MEDIA SET] and play them back (p. 70).
Tips
Press and hold the image down on the
screen to confirm the image. Touch
return to the previous screen.
Copying photos
to
You can copy photos from the internal hard
disk of the camcorder to “Memory Stick
PRO Duo” media.
Insert “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media
into your camcorder before the operation.
[COPY by date]: Select the recording
date of the photo to be copied, then
touch
dates.
. You cannot select multiple
Notes
Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet
(wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor to
prevent your camcorder from running out of
power during copying.
Touch (HOME)
[PHOTO COPY].
(OTHERS)
Touch
.
[YES]
The [PHOTO COPY] screen appears.
Tips
To check the copied photos after copying
is finished, select [MEMORY STICK] on
[PHOTO MEDIA SET] and play them back
(p. 70).
ꢄꢀ
Protecting recorded
movies and photos
(Protect)
4
Touch
.
[YES]
Protect movies and photos to avoid deleting
them by mistake.
Select the recording medium that contains
the movies and photos you want to protect
movies, select the image quality (p. 88).
To undo the protection of movies and
photos
Touch the movie or photo marked with
in step 3.
disappears.
To protect all the movies and photos
recorded on the same day at one time
Tips
You can protect movies and photos on the
You can protect photos by selecting
recording dates only when photos are
recorded on the internal hard disk.
In step 2, touch [ PROTECT]
playback screen from
OPTION MENU.
1
2
Touch (HOME)
[EDIT].
(OTHERS)
[
PRT. by date]/[
PRT. by date].
To protect all photos on the same day at
one time, touch [ PROTECT]
To protect movies, touch
[
PRT. by date].
[
[
PROTECT] [
PROTECT].
PROTECT]/
To protect photos, touch [ PROTECT]
[ PROTECT].
3
Touch the movies and photos to
be protected.
Touch
/
to select the recording date
of the desired movies/photos, then touch
.
is displayed on the selected images.
The movies/photos recorded on the
selected date are displayed on the screen.
Tips
Touch the image down on the LCD screen
to confirm the image. Touch
to the previous screen.
to return
Tips
Touch
[ON]
.
Press and hold the image down on the
LCD screen to confirm the image. Touch
to return to the previous screen.
You can select up to 100 images at one
time.
To undo the protection of movies and
photos recorded on the same day at
one time
In step above, select the recording date
of the desired movies/photos, then touch
[OFF]
.
ꢄꢁ
Notes
Dividing a movie
Select the recording medium which
contains the movie and the image quality
you want to divide before the operation
(p. 70, 88).
You cannot restore movies once they are
divided.
Do not remove the battery pack or the AC
Adaptor from your camcorder while dividing
the movie. It may damage the recording media.
Also, do not eject “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
media while dividing movies on “Memory Stick
PRO Duo” media.
A slight difference may occur from the point
where you touch
point, as your camcorder selects the dividing
point based on about half-second increments.
If you divide the original movie, the movie
added to the Playlist will also be divided.
1
2
3
Touch (HOME)
[EDIT] [ DIVIDE].
(OTHERS)
and the actual dividing
Touch the movie to be divided.
The selected movie starts playback.
Tips
You can divide an image on the playback screen
from
Touch
at the point where
OPTION MENU.
you want to divide the movie into
scenes.
The movie pauses. Play and pause
toggles as you press
.
Adjusts the dividing point with
more precision after you selected the
dividing point with
.
Returns to the beginning of the
selected movie
4
Touch
.
[YES]
ꢄꢂ
To add all the movies recorded on the
same day at one time
Using the Playlist of
movies
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.
In step 2, touch [
ADD by date].
ADD by date]/
[
The recording dates of movies are
displayed on the screen.
Select the recording media and the image
quality you want to create, play, or edit a
Playlist before the operation (p. 70, 88).
Touch
/
to select the recording date
of the desired movie, then touch
The movies recorded on the selected
date are displayed on the screen.
.
Creating the Playlist
Notes
High definition image quality (HD) movies and
standard definition image quality (SD) movies
are added to an individual Playlist.
Tips
Touch the image on the LCD screen to
confirm the image. Touch
the previous screen.
to return to
Touch
[YES]
.
Touch (HOME)
[PLAYLIST EDIT].
(OTHERS)
ADD].
Notes
Do not remove the battery pack or the AC
Adaptor from your camcorder while adding
movies to the Playlist. It may damage the
recording media. Also, do not eject “Memory
Stick PRO Duo” media while editing movies on
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media.
Touch [
ADD] or [
Touch the movie to be added to
the Playlist.
You cannot add photos to the Playlist.
You cannot create a Playlist which contains both
high definition image quality (HD) movies and
standard definition image quality (SD) movies.
Tips
You can add a maximum of 999 high definition
image quality (HD) movies, or 99 standard
definition image quality (SD) movies to the
Playlist.
The selected movie is marked with
.
Tips
You can add a movie on the playback screen or
Press and hold the image down on the
LCD screen to confirm the image. Touch
to return to the previous screen.
the INDEX screen by touching
(OPTION).
You can copy the Playlist to a disc as it is, by
using the supplied software.
Touch
.
[YES]
ꢄꢃ
Touch
[YES]
.
Playing the Playlist
Tips
Select the recording media and the image
quality you want to play a Playlist before
the operation (p. 70, 88).
Even if you erase a movie from a Playlist, the
original movie is not erased.
To change the order within the Playlist
Touch (HOME) (OTHERS)
Touch (HOME)
IMAGES) [PLAYLIST].
(VIEW
[PLAYLIST EDIT].
Touch [
MOVE]/[
MOVE].
Movies added to the Playlist appear.
Select the movie to be moved.
The selected movie is marked with
.
Touch the movie you want to
play back.
Tips
Touch the image on the LCD screen to
confirm the image. Touch
the previous screen.
to return to
The Playlist is played back from the
selected movie to the end, then the
screen returns to the Playlist screen.
Touch
.
Select the destination with
/
.
To erase unnecessary movies from the
Playlist
Touch (HOME) (OTHERS)
[PLAYLIST EDIT].
Touch [
ERASE]/[
ERASE].
Destination bar
To erase all the movies from the Playlist,
touch [
ERASE ALL]/[
ERASE
.
Touch
[YES]
.
ALL] [YES] [YES]
Select the movie to be erased from the
list.
Tips
When you select multiple movies, the movies
are moved following the order appearing in the
Playlist.
The selected movie is marked with
.
Tips
Press and hold the image down on the
LCD screen to confirm the image. Touch
to return to the previous screen.
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Creating a disc with a
DVD writer, recorder
Touch [ USB CONNECT] when
movies are recorded on the
internal hard disk, or [ USB
CONNECT] when movies are
recorded on “Memory Stick PRO
Duo”media on the camcorder
screen.
Creating a high definition image
quality (HD) disc with a DVD writer,
etc. (USB cable connection)
You can save high definition image quality
(HD) movies on a disc by connecting
your camcorder to disc creation devices,
such as a Sony DVD writer, with the USB
cable. Refer also to the instruction manuals
supplied with the devices to be connected.
The method used to create a disc by
Record movies on the connected
device.
For details, refer to the instruction
manuals supplied with the device to be
connected.
connecting your camcorder to a Sony DVD
writer with the USB cable is described here.
Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall
socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for this
operation (p. 19).
Sony DVD writer may not be available in some
countries/regions.
After the operation is completed,
touch [END] [YES] on the
camcorder screen.
Disconnect the USB cable.
Turn on your camcorder, and
connect a DVD writer, etc. to the
(USB) jack of your camcorder
with the USB cable (supplied).
Notes
The high definition image quality (HD) disc
that you created should not be used in DVD
players/recorders. Because DVD players/
recorders are not compatible with the AVCHD
format, DVD players/recorders may fail to eject
the disc.
Creating a standard definition
image quality (SD) disc with a
recorder, etc. (A/V connecting cable
connection)
The [USB SELECT] screen appears on
the camcorder screen.
If the [USB SELECT] screen does
not appear, touch
(OTHERS) [USB CONNECT].
(HOME)
You can dub images played back on your
camcorder on a disc or video cassette,
by connecting your camcorder to a disc
recorder, a Sony DVD writer, etc. with
the A/V connecting cable. Connect the
device in either way of or . Refer
also to the instruction manuals supplied
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with the devices to be connected. Select the
recording medium that contains movies
and the image quality you want to dub
A/V Remote Connector
before starting the operation (p. 70, 74).
Sony DVD writer may not be available in some
countries/regions.
Notes
Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet
(wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for
this operation (p. 19).
Input
High definition image quality (HD) movies
will be dubbed with standard definition image
quality (SD).
S VIDEO
VIDEO
A/V connecting cable (supplied)
Connect the A/V connecting cable to the
input jack of another device.
(Yellow)
(White)
A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO
AUDIO
(Red)
(sold separately)
When connecting to another device
via the S VIDEO jack, by using an A/V
connecting cable with an S VIDEO cable
(sold separately), 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. If you
connect the S VIDEO plug only, you will
hear no sound. The yellow plug (video)
connection is not necessary.
(Yellow)
Signal flow
Insert the recording media in the
recording device.
If your recording device has an input
selector, set it to the input mode.
Connect your camcorder to the
recording device (a disc recorder,
etc.) with the A/V connecting
cable (supplied) or an A/V
connecting cable with S VIDEO
(sold separately).
Connect your camcorder to the input jacks
of the recording device.
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Checking the battery
information
You can check the estimated remaining
capacity of the battery.
Start playback on your
camcorder, and record it on the
recording device.
Refer to the instruction manuals supplied
with your recording device for details.
Touch (HOME)
(OTHERS)
When dubbing is finished, stop
the recording device, and then
your camcorder.
[BATTERY INFO].
The remaining battery capacity is shown.
Notes
Since dubbing is performed via analog data
transfer, the image quality may deteriorate.
You cannot dub images to recorders connected
with an HDMI cable.
To hide the screen indicators (such as a
counter, etc.) on the screen of the monitor
To close the battery information screen
Touch
.
device connected, touch
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [OUTPUT SETTINGS]
[DISP OUTPUT] [LCD PANEL] (the
default setting)
.
To record the date/time, coordinates (HDR-
XR500V/XR520V), or camera settings data,
touch
(HOME)
(SETTINGS)
[VIEW IMAGES SET] [DATA CODE]
a desired setting
. In addition, touch
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [OUTPUT SETTINGS]
[DISP OUTPUT] [V.OUT/PANEL]
.
When the screen size of display devices
(TV, etc.) is 4:3, touch (HOME)
(SETTINGS) [OUTPUT SETTINGS]
[TV TYPE] [4:3] .
When you connect a monaural device, connect
the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable
to the video input jack, and the white (left
channel) or the red (right channel) plug to the
audio input jack on the device.
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Utilizing recording media
Selecting the recording media for
photos
Changing the
recording medium
Touch (HOME)
(MANAGE MEDIA) [PHOTO
MEDIA SET].
You can select the internal hard disk or
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media as the
recording, playback, or editing medium on
your camcorder. Select the medium to be
used for movies and photos separately. In
the default setting, both movies and photos
are recorded on the internal hard disk.
The [PHOTO MEDIA SET] screen
appears.
Touch the desired recording
medium.
Hard disk
Touch [YES]
.
Movies
Photos
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media
The recording medium is changed.
You can do recording, playback, and editing
operations on the selected medium.
photos.
To check the recording media settings
Light up the (Movie) lamp to check the
recording medium used for movies, or the
(Photo) lamp for photos. The media icon
is displayed at the top right corner of the
screen.
Selecting the recording media for
movies
Touch (HOME)
(MANAGE MEDIA) [MOVIE
MEDIA SET].
: Internal hard disk
: “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media
The [MOVIE MEDIA SET] screen
appears.
Inserting “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
media
Touch the desired medium.
Set the recording medium to [MEMORY
STICK] to record movies and/or photos on
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media (p. 70).
Touch [YES]
.
Types of “Memory Stick”media you can
use with your camcorder
The recording medium is changed.
For recording movies, it is recommended that
you use “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media of 1
GB or larger marked with:
(“Memory Stick
PRO Duo” media)*
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(“Memory Stick
PRO-HG Duo” media)
* Marked with Mark2 or not, either can be
used.
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media.
“Memory Stick PRO Duo”media/“Memory Stick PRO-HG
Duo”media
(This size can be used with your camcorder.)
Access lamp
(“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media)
The [Create a new Image Database
File.] screen appears, if you insert new
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media when
the (Movie) lamp is lit.
“Memory Stick”media
(You cannot use it in your camcorder.)
Touch [YES].
To record only photos on “Memory Stick
PRO Duo” media touch [NO].
You cannot use any type of memory card other
than those mentioned above.
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media can be
used only with “Memory Stick PRO” media
compatible equipment.
Do not attach a label or the like on “Memory
Stick PRO Duo” media or “Memory Stick Duo”
media adaptor.
Notes
If [Failed to create a new Image Database File.
It may be possible that there is not enough free
space.] is displayed in step 2, format “Memory
Stick PRO Duo” media (p. 72).
Insert the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media into
the “Memory Stick Duo” media adaptor when
using “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media with
“Memory Stick” media compatible equipment.
To eject “Memory Stick PRO Duo”media
Open the “Memory Stick Duo” media cover
and lightly push “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
media in once.
Do not open the “Memory Stick Duo” media
cover during recording.
When inserting or ejecting “Memory Stick PRO
Duo” media, be careful so that “Memory Stick
PRO Duo” media do not pop out and drop.
Open the “Memory Stick Duo”
media cover, and insert the
“Memory Stick PRO Duo”media
into the “Memory Stick Duo”
media slot until it clicks.
Confirm the direction of “Memory Stick
PRO Duo” media. If you forcibly insert
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media in the
wrong direction, “Memory Stick PRO
Duo” media, “Memory Stick Duo” media
slot, or image data may be damaged.
Close the “Memory Stick Duo” media
cover after inserting “Memory Stick PRO
Duo” media.
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Checking the media
information
Deleting all movies
and photos (Formatting)
You can check the remaining recordable
time for each recording mode of the
recording media selected on [MOVIE
free and used media space of the recording
media.
Formatting deletes all the movies and
photos to recover recordable free space.
Notes
Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall
socket) using AC Adaptor supplied for this
operation (p. 19).
To avoid the loss of important images, you
too) before formatting the recording media.
Protected movies and photos are also deleted.
Notes
During Easy Handycam operation, you cannot
check the media information. Cancel Easy
Handycam operation.
1
2
3
Touch (HOME)
(MANAGE MEDIA) [MEDIA
FORMAT].
Touch (HOME)
MEDIA) [MEDIA INFO].
(MANAGE
The remaining recordable time for each
recording mode is displayed.
Touch the recording media to be
formatted ([HDD] or [MEMORY
STICK]).
Tips
You can check the recordable free space, etc. by
touching
at the lower right on the screen.
Touch [YES]
[YES]
.
To turn off the display
Touch
.
Notes
Notes
The calculation for recording media space is 1
MB = 1,048,576 bytes. The fractions less than
MB are discarded when the recording media
space is displayed. The displayed size of the
whole hard disk space will be slightly smaller
than the size shown below despite displaying
both free and used hard disk space.
While [Executing…] is displayed, do not close
the LCD screen, operate the buttons on the
camcorder, disconnect the AC Adaptor, or eject
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media from your
camcorder. (The ACCESS/access lamp is lit or
flashing while formatting the medium.)
HDR-XR500/XR500V: 120 000 MB
HDR-XR520/XR520V: 240 000 MB
Since there is a management file area, the used
space is not displayed as 0 MB even if you
perform [MEDIA FORMAT] (p. 72).
Tips
Only the information of the medium selected
Change the medium setting if necessary.
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Preventing data on the
internal hard disk from
being recovered
4
5
Touch [EMPTY].
The [ EMPTY] screen appears.
[
EMPTY] allows you to write
unintelligible data onto the internal hard
disk of the camcorder. In this way, it may
become more difficult to recover any
original data. When you dispose of or
transfer the camcorder, it is recommended
that you perform [ EMPTY].
Touch [YES] [YES]
.
Notes
Notes
If you perform [ EMPTY], all the images are
deleted. To avoid the loss of important images,
Guide too) before performing [ EMPTY].
You cannot perform [ EMPTY] unless you
connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall
socket).
Disconnect all cables except the AC Adaptor.
Do not disconnect the AC Adaptor during the
operation.
The actual performing time for [ EMPTY] is
as follows;
HDR-XR500/XR500V: about 120 minutes
HDR-XR520/XR520V: about 240 minutes
If you stop performing [ EMPTY] while
[Executing…] appears, be sure to complete the
operation by performing [MEDIA FORMAT]
or [ EMPTY] when you use the camcorder
next time.
While performing [ EMPTY], do not apply
any vibrations or shocks to your camcorder.
1
Connect the AC Adaptor to the
DC IN jack on the camcorder and
the wall outlet (wall socket).
2
3
Open the LCD screen to turn on
your camcorder.
Touch (HOME)
(MANAGE MEDIA) [MEDIA
FORMAT] [HDD].
The [ FORMAT] screen appears.
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Customizing your camcorder
MOVIE SETTINGS (Items for recording movies)
The default settings are marked with .
/
SET
You can select image quality for recording, playback, or editing from high definition image
quality (HD) or standard definition image quality (SD).
Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS]
[
/
SET] a desired
setting [YES]
Records, plays, or edits high definition image quality (HD) movies.
Records, plays, or edits standard definition image quality (SD) movies.
HD QUALITY
SD QUALITY
Tips
You can record, play, or edit movies in the selected image quality only. To record, play, or edit movies in
another image quality, change this setting.
REC MODE (Recording mode)
Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS] [REC MODE] a desired setting
You can select a recording mode to record high definition image quality (HD) movies
from 4 levels. When recording fast moving subject, a high image quality, such as [FH], is
recommended.
Records in the highest quality mode (AVC HD 16M (FH))*1.
HD FH (
HD HQ (
HD SP (
HD LP (
)
Records in high quality mode (AVC HD 9M (HQ))*2.
Records in standard quality mode (AVC HD 7M (SP))*2.
Increases the recording time (Long Play) (AVC HD 5M (LP))*2.
)
)
)
*1 Movies are recorded with AVCHD 1920 1080/60i format.
*2 Movies are recorded with AVCHD 1440 1080/60i format.
You can select a recording mode to record standard definition image quality (SD)*3 movies
from 3 levels.
Records in high quality mode (SD 9M (HQ)).
Records in standard quality mode (SD 6M (SP)).
Increases the recording time (Long Play) (SD 3M (LP)).
SD HQ (
SD SP (
SD LP (
)
)
)
3
*
Movies are recorded with MPEG2 format.
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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.
Tips
You can select the [REC MODE] for each recording media separately.
Figures such as 16M in the table show the average bit rate. M stands for Mbps.
AUDIO MODE
You can change the recording sound format.
Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS] [AUDIO MODE] a desired
setting
5.1ch SURROUND
Records sound in 5.1ch surround.
Records sound in 2ch stereo.
(
)
2ch STEREO
(
)
AE SHIFT
You can adjust the exposure manually.
Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS] [AE SHIFT] [ON]
(darker)/
(brighter)
OFF
Adjusts the exposure automatically.
Adjusts the exposure manually.
ON (
and the
adjustment value)
Tips
You can adjust the automatic exposure level to brighter or darker when [EXPOSURE] is set to [AUTO].
Touch
is dim.
if the subject is white or the backlight is bright, or touch
if the subject is black or the light
WB SHIFT (White Balance Shift)
You can adjust the white balance manually.
Steps
(HOME)
(bluish)/
(SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS] [WB SHIFT] [ON]
(reddish)
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OFF
Adjusts the white balance automatically.
Adjusts the white balance manually.
ON (
and the
adjustment value)
Tips
When the white balance is set to a lower value, images appear bluish, and when set to a higher value,
images appear reddish.
NIGHTSHOT LIGHT
[NIGHTSHOT LIGHT], which emits infrared light (invisible).
Steps
(HOME)
desired setting
(SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS] [NIGHTSHOT LIGHT]
a
ON
Emits infrared light.
OFF
Does not emit infrared light.
Notes
Remove the conversion lens (sold separately).
The maximum shooting distance using [NIGHTSHOT LIGHT] is about 3 m (10 feet).
WIDE SELECT
When recording standard definition image quality (SD) movies, you can select the horizontal
to vertical ratio according to the TV connected. Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied
with your TV.
Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS] [WIDE SELECT] a desired
setting
16:9 WIDE
Records movies to the full screen on a 16:9 (wide) TV screen.
Records movies to the full screen on a 4:3 TV screen.
4:3 (
)
Notes
DIGITAL ZOOM
You can select the maximum zoom level in case you want to zoom to a level greater than 12 ×
optical zoom during recording. Note that the image quality decreases when you use the digital
zoom.
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Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS] [DIGITAL ZOOM] a desired
setting
The right side of the bar shows the digital zooming factor. The
zooming zone appears when you select the zooming level.
OFF
Up to 12 × zoom is performed optically.
Up to 12 × zoom is performed optically, and after that, up to 24 × zoom is
performed digitally.
24 ×
Up to 12 × zoom is performed optically, and after that, up to 150 × zoom is
performed digitally.
150 ×
STEADYSHOT
You can compensate for camera shake.
Set [ STEADYSHOT] to [OFF] ( ) when using a tripod (sold separately), then the image
becomes natural.
Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS]
[
STEADYSHOT] a desired
setting
ACTIVE
Provides a more powerful SteadyShot effect.
STANDARD
OFF (
Provides the SteadyShot effect under relatively stable recording conditions.
The SteadyShot function is not used.
)
..
X.V.COLOR
You can 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.
Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS] [X.V.COLOR] a desired setting
OFF
Records in ordinary color range.
Records in x.v.Color.
ON (
)
Notes
Set [X.V.COLOR] to [ON] when the recorded movie will be played back on an x.v.Color-compliant TV.
Refer to the instruction manuals of the TV.
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If the movie recorded with this function [ON] is played back on a non-x.v.Color-compliant TV, the color
may not be reproduced correctly.
[X.V.COLOR] cannot be set to [ON]:
When recording standard definition image quality (SD) movies
While recording a movie.
The LCD screen is compatible with x.v.Color.
GUIDEFRAME
You can display the frame and check that the subject is horizontal or vertical.
The frame is not recorded. Press DISP to make the frame disappear.
Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS] [GUIDEFRAME] a desired
setting
OFF
ON
Does not display the guide frame.
Displays the guide frame.
Tips
Positioning the subject at the cross point of the guide frame makes a balanced composition.
The outer frame of [GUIDEFRAME] shows the display area of a TV which is not compatible with full
pixel display.
REMAINING SET
Steps
(HOME)
desired setting
(SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS]
[
REMAINING SET]
a
ON
Always displays the remaining recording media indicator.
Displays the remaining recording time of movies for about 8 seconds in
situations such as those described below.
When your camcorder recognizes the remaining recording media capacity
AUTO
while the
(Movie) lamp lights up
When you press DISP to switch the indicator from off to on while the
(Movie) lamp lights up
When you select the movie recording mode on the HOME MENU
Notes
When the remaining recordable time for movies is less than 5 minutes, the indicator stays on the screen.
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FLASH MODE
You can select the flash setting when you record photos using the built-in flash, or an external
flash (sold separately) that is compatible with your camcorder.
Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS] [FLASH MODE] a desired
setting
AUTO
ON (
Automatically flashes when there is insufficient ambient light.
Always uses the flash regardless of the ambient brightness.
Records without flash.
)
OFF (
)
Notes
The recommended distance to the subject when using the built-in flash is about 0.3 to 2.5 m (1 to 8 feet).
Remove any dust from the surface of the flash before using it. Flash effect may be impaired if heat
discoloration or dust obscures the lamp.
You cannot set this item when a lens filter or accessory lens is attached to your camcorder.
The /CHG (charge) lamp (p. 8) flickers while charging the flash, and remains lit when the battery charge
is complete.
If you use the flash in bright places such as when shooting a backlit subject, the flash may not be effective.
FLASH LEVEL
You can set this function when you record photos using the built-in flash, or an external flash
(sold separately) that is compatible with your camcorder.
Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS] [FLASH LEVEL] a desired
setting
Makes the flash level higher.
Makes the flash level lower.
HIGH (
)
NORMAL (
LOW (
)
)
REDEYE REDUC (Redeye reduction)
You can set this function when you record photos using the built-in flash, or an external flash
(sold separately) that is compatible with your camcorder.
When you set [REDEYE REDUC] to [ON], then set [FLASH MODE] to [AUTO] or [ON],
appears. You can prevent redeye by activating the pre-flash before the flash flashes.
Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS] [REDEYE REDUC] a desired
setting
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OFF
Does not prevent redeye.
Prevents redeye.
ON (
)
Notes
The redeye reduction may not produce the desired effect due to individual differences and other
conditions.
The redeye function does not work with automatic recording by [SMILE SHUTTER].
DIAL SETTING
CONVERSION LENS
When using a conversion lens (sold separately), use this function to record using the optimum
compensation for camera shake and focus for each lens.
Steps
(HOME)
desired setting
(SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS] [CONVERSION LENS]
a
WIDE CONVERSION
Select this when you use a wide-conversion lens.
(
)
TELE CONVERSION
Select this when you use a tele-conversion lens.
Select this when you do not use a conversion lens.
(
)
OFF
AUTO BACK LIGHT (Auto Backlight Correction)
Your camcorder adjusts the exposure for backlit subjects automatically.
Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS] [AUTO BACK LIGHT] a desired
setting
ON
Adjusts the exposure for backlit subjects automatically.
Does not adjust the exposure for backlit subjects.
OFF
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PHOTO SETTINGS (Items for recording photos)
The default settings are marked with .
IMAGE SIZE
You can select a photo size to be shot.
Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [PHOTO SETTINGS]
[
IMAGE SIZE] a desired
setting
Records photos in the highest quality (4,000 × 3,000).
12.0M (
)
Records photos in the high quality in the 16:9 (wide) ratio (4,000 × 2,250).
Records photos clearly (2,880 × 2,160).
9.0M (
)
6.2M (
1.9M (
)
)
Allows you to record more photos in relatively clear quality (1,600 × 1,200).
Allows the maximum number of photos to be recorded (640 × 480).
VGA(0.3M) (
)
Notes
The selected image size is effective when the
(Photo) lamp is lit.
FILE NO. (File number)
You can select the way to assign file number of photos.
Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [PHOTO SETTINGS] [FILE NO.] a desired setting
Assigns file numbers of photos in sequence.
The file number becomes larger each time you record a photo.
Even if “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media are replaced with another one,
the file number is assigned in sequence.
Assigns file numbers in sequence, following the largest file number existing
on the current recording medium.
When “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media are replaced with another one, the
file number is assigned for each one of “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media.
SERIES
RESET
AE SHIFT
You can adjust the exposure manually.
Steps
(HOME)
(darker)/
(SETTINGS) [PHOTO SETTINGS] [AE SHIFT] [ON]
(brighter)
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OFF
Adjusts the exposure automatically.
Adjusts the exposure manually.
ON (
and the
adjustment value)
Tips
You can adjust the automatic exposure level to brighter or darker when [EXPOSURE] is set to [AUTO].
Touch
is dim.
if the subject is white or the backlight is bright, or touch
if the subject is black or the light
WB SHIFT (White Balance Shift)
You can adjust the white balance manually.
Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [PHOTO SETTINGS] [WB SHIFT] [ON]
(bluish)/
(reddish)
OFF
Adjusts the white balance automatically.
Adjusts the white balance manually.
ON (
and the
adjustment value)
Tips
When the white balance is set to a lower value, images appear bluish, and when set to a higher value,
images appear reddish.
NIGHTSHOT LIGHT
[NIGHTSHOT LIGHT], which emits infrared light (invisible).
Steps
(HOME)
desired setting
(SETTINGS) [PHOTO SETTINGS] [NIGHTSHOT LIGHT]
a
ON
Emits infrared light.
OFF
Does not emit infrared light.
Notes
Remove the conversion lens (sold separately).
The maximum shooting distance using [NIGHTSHOT LIGHT] is about 3 m (10 feet).
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STEADYSHOT
You can compensate for camera shake.
Set [ STEADYSHOT] to [OFF] ( ) when using a tripod (sold separately), then the image
becomes natural.
Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [PHOTO SETTINGS]
[
STEADYSHOT] a desired
setting
ON
The SteadyShot function is used.
The SteadyShot function is not used.
OFF (
)
.
GUIDEFRAME
You can display the frame and check that the subject is horizontal or vertical.
The frame is not recorded. Press DISP to make the frame disappear.
Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [PHOTO SETTINGS] [GUIDEFRAME] a desired
setting
OFF
ON
Does not display the guide frame.
Displays the guide frame.
Tips
Positioning the subject at the cross point of the guide frame makes a balanced composition.
FLASH MODE
You can select the flash setting when you record photos using the built-in flash, or an external
flash (sold separately) that is compatible with your camcorder.
Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [PHOTO SETTINGS] [FLASH MODE] a desired
setting
AUTO
ON (
Automatically flashes when there is insufficient ambient light.
Always uses the flash regardless of the ambient brightness.
Records without flash.
)
OFF (
)
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Notes
The recommended distance to the subject when using the built-in flash is about 0.3 to 2.5 m (1 to 8 feet).
Remove any dust from the surface of the flash before using it. Flash effect may be impaired if heat
discoloration or dust obscures the lamp.
You cannot set this item when a filter or a conversion lens is attached to your camcorder.
The /CHG (charge) lamp (p. 8) flickers while charging the flash, and remains lit when the battery charge
is complete.
If you use the flash in bright places such as when shooting a backlit subject, the flash may not be effective.
FLASH LEVEL
You can set this function when you record photos using the built-in flash, or an external flash
(sold separately) that is compatible with your camcorder.
Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [PHOTO SETTINGS] [FLASH LEVEL] a desired
setting
Makes the flash level higher.
Makes the flash level lower.
HIGH (
)
NORMAL (
LOW (
)
)
REDEYE REDUC (Redeye reduction)
You can set this function when you record photos using the built-in flash, or an external flash
(sold separately) that is compatible with your camcorder.
When you set [REDEYE REDUC] to [ON], then set [FLASH MODE] to [AUTO] or [ON],
appears. You can prevent redeye by activating the pre-flash before the flash flashes.
Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [PHOTO SETTINGS] [REDEYE REDUC] a desired
setting
OFF
Does not prevent redeye.
Prevents redeye.
ON (
)
Notes
The redeye reduction may not produce the desired effect due to individual differences and other
conditions.
The redeye function does not work with automatic recording using [SMILE SHUTTER].
DIAL SETTING
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CONVERSION LENS
When using a conversion lens (sold separately), use this function to record using the optimum
compensation for camera shake and focus for each lens.
Steps
(HOME)
desired setting
(SETTINGS) [PHOTO SETTINGS] [CONVERSION LENS]
a
WIDE CONVERSION
Select this when you use a wide-conversion lens.
(
)
TELE CONVERSION
Select this when you use a tele-conversion lens.
Select this when you do not use a conversion lens.
(
)
OFF
AUTO BACK LIGHT (Auto Backlight Correction)
Your camcorder adjusts the exposure for backlit subjects automatically.
Steps
(HOME)
desired setting
(SETTINGS) [PHOTO SETTINGS] [AUTO BACK LIGHT]
a
ON
Adjusts the exposure for backlit subjects automatically.
Does not adjust the exposure for backlit subjects.
OFF
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FACE FUNC. SET (Items to set face function)
The default settings are marked with .
FACE DET. SETTING
You can adjust the settings for the FACE DETECTION function.
Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [FACE FUNC. SET] [FACE DET. SETTING] [FACE
DETECTION]/[FRAME SETTING] a desired setting
FACE DETECTION
Detects the faces of your subjects and adjusts the focus/color/exposure automatically. Also,
it adjusts the image quality of face parts more finely, in the case of the high definition image
quality (HD) movies.
Detects faces.
ON (
OFF
)
Does not detect faces.
Notes
Faces may not be detected depending on recording conditions, subject conditions, and the setting of your
camcorder.
[FACE DETECTION] may not function properly depending on recording conditions. Set [FACE
DETECTION] to [OFF] in this case.
Tips
The detected faces are recorded in Face Index, however, some faces may not be. Also, there is a limit to
the number of faces that can be recorded in Face Index. To play back from the Face Index, see page 46.
FRAME SETTING
Sets whether to display the detection frame or not when a face is detected by [FACE
DETECTION] or [DETECTION SET].
Orange frame: A face targeted for possible smile detection shot.
White frame: Detects faces.
DETECTION SET
FACE DETECTION
ON
Displays the detection frame.
OFF
Does not display the detection frame.
Notes
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SMILE SHUTTER
You can adjust the settings for the SMILE SHUTTER function.
Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [FACE FUNC. SET] [SMILE SHUTTER] [DETECTION
SET]/[SMILE SENSITIVITY]/[SMILE PRIORITY]/[FRAME SETTING] a desired setting
DETECTION SET
The shutter is released when the camcorder detects a smile.
Only during movie recording, the shutter is released automatically, when the
camcorder detects a smile.
DUAL CAPTURE (
)
The shutter is released when the camcorder detects a smile whenever the
camcorder is in recording mode.
Smiles are not detected, so photos are not recorded automatically.
ALWAYS ON (
OFF
)
Notes
Smiles may not be detected depending on recording conditions, subject conditions, and the setting of
your camcorder.
When [DUAL CAPTURE] is selected, appears on the screen in movie recording standby, and
changes into when movie recording starts.
Tips
SMILE SENSITIVITY
Sets the smile detection sensitivity using the SMILE SHUTTER function.
HIGH
Detects even a slight smile.
Detects a normal smile.
Detects a big smile.
MEDIUM
LOW
SMILE PRIORITY
Selects the priority subject for the SMILE SHUTTER function.
AUTO
Detects and shoots smiling faces automatically.
Detects and shoots with priority on a child’s face.
Detects and shoots with priority on an adult’s face.
CHILD PRIORITY
ADULT PRIORITY
FRAME SETTING
See page 86.
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VIEW IMAGES SET (Items to customize the display)
The default settings are marked with .
/
SET
You can select image quality for recording, playback, or editing from high definition image
quality (HD) or standard definition image quality (SD).
Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [VIEW IMAGES SET]
[
/
SET] a desired
setting [YES]
Records, plays, or edits high definition image quality (HD) movies.
Records, plays, or edits standard definition image quality (SD) movies.
HD QUALITY
SD QUALITY
Tips
You can record, play, or edit movies in the selected image quality only. To record, play, or edit movies in
another image quality, change this setting.
DATA CODE
During playback, your camcorder displays the information (data code) recorded automatically
at the time of recording.
Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [VIEW IMAGES SET] [DATA CODE] a desired
setting
HDR-XR500/XR520
OFF
Data code is not displayed.
Displays the date and time.
Displays camera setting data.
DATE/TIME
CAMERA DATA
DATE/TIME
Date
Time
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CAMERA DATA
Movie
Photo
SteadyShot off
Brightness
White balance
Gain
Shutter speed
Aperture value
Exposure
Tips
The data code is displayed on the TV screen if you connect your camcorder to a TV.
Depending on the recording media condition, bars [--:--:--] appear.
HDR-XR500V/XR520V
OFF
Data code is not displayed.
Displays the date and time.
Displays camera setting data.
Displays coordinates.
DATE/TIME
CAMERA DATA
COORDINATES
DATE/TIME
.
Date
Time
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CAMERA DATA
Movie
Photo
SteadyShot off
Brightness
White balance
Gain
Shutter speed
Aperture value
Exposure
COORDINATES
Latitude
Longitude
Tips
appears for a photo recorded using a flash.
The data code is displayed on the TV screen if you connect your camcorder to a TV.
The indicator toggles through the following sequences as you press DATA CODE on the Wireless Remote
Commander: [DATE/TIME] [CAMERA DATA] [COORDINATES] [OFF] (no indication).
Depending on the recording media condition, bars [--:--:--] appear.
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SOUND/DISP SET (Items to adjust the sound and the screen)
The default settings are marked with .
VOLUME
You can adjust the volume of playback sound.
Steps
(HOME)
(louder)
(SETTINGS) [SOUND/DISP SET] [VOLUME]
(quieter)/
BEEP
Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [SOUND/DISP SET] [BEEP] a desired setting
ON
A melody sounds when you start/stop recording, or operate the touch panel.
Cancels the melody.
OFF
LCD BRIGHT
You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen.
Steps
(HOME)
(brighter)
(SETTINGS) [SOUND/DISP SET] [LCD BRIGHT]
(darker)/
Tips
This adjustment does not affect the recorded images in any way.
LCD BL LEVEL (LCD backlight level)
You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen’s backlight.
Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [SOUND/DISP SET] [LCD BL LEVEL] a desired
setting
NORMAL
BRIGHT
Standard brightness.
Brightens the LCD screen.
Notes
When you connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor,
[BRIGHT] is automatically selected for the setting.
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When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is slightly reduced during recording.
If you open the LCD panel 180 degrees to face the screen outside and close the LCD panel to the
camcorder body, the setting becomes [NORMAL] automatically.
Tips
This adjustment does not affect the recorded images in any way.
LCD COLOR
You can adjust the color of the LCD screen.
Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [SOUND/DISP SET] [LCD COLOR]
(lower
intensity)/
(higher intensity)
Tips
This adjustment does not affect the recorded images in any way.
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OUTPUT SETTINGS (Items for when connected to a TV)
The default settings are marked with .
TV TYPE
You need to convert the signal depending on the TV connected when playing back movies
and photos. The recorded movies and photos are played back as following illustrations.
Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [OUTPUT SETTINGS] [TV TYPE] a desired setting
Select this to view your movies and photos on a 16:9 (wide) TV. The
recorded movies and photos are played back as shown below.
Movies recorded in 16:9 (wide) mode
Movies recorded in 4:3 mode
16:9
Select this to view your movies and photos on a 4:3 standard TV. The
recorded movies and photos are played back as shown below.
Movies recorded in 16:9 (wide) mode
Movies recorded in 4:3 mode
4:3
Notes
Horizontal to vertical ratio of high definition image quality (HD) movies is 16:9.
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.
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DISP OUTPUT (Display output)
You can set where the screen displays are to be output.
Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [OUTPUT SETTINGS] [DISP OUTPUT] a desired
setting
LCD PANEL
Shows displays such as the time code on the LCD screen.
V-OUT/PANEL
Shows displays such as the time code on LCD screen, and on the TV screen.
COMPONENT
Select [COMPONENT] when connecting your camcorder to a TV with the component input
jack.
Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [OUTPUT SETTINGS] [COMPONENT] a desired
setting
Select this when connecting your camcorder to a TV with the component
input jack.
Select this when connecting your camcorder to a TV that has the component
input jack and is capable of displaying the 1080i signal.
480i
1080i/480i
HDMI RESOLUTION
Select the output image resolution when connecting your camcorder to a TV with an HDMI
cable.
Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [OUTPUT SETTINGS] [HDMI RESOLUTION] [HD
CONTENTS]/[SD CONTENTS] a desired setting
HD CONTENTS
Set the output image resolution recorded with high definition image quality (HD).
AUTO
1080i
720p
480p
Normal setting (outputs the signal according to the TV automatically).
Outputs the 1080i signal.
Outputs the 720p signal.
Outputs the 480p signal.
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SD CONTENTS
Set the output image resolution recorded with standard definition image quality (SD).
AUTO
480p
480i
Normal setting (outputs the signal according to the TV automatically).
Outputs the 480p signal.
Outputs the 480i signal.
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CLOCK/ LANG (Items to set clock and language)
The default settings are marked with .
CLOCK SET
See page 21.
AREA SET
You can adjust a time difference without stopping the clock. Set your local area when using
your camcorder in other time zones. Refer to the world time difference on page 123.
Steps
(HOME)
using
(SETTINGS) [CLOCK/ LANG] [AREA SET] set your local area
/
AUTO CLOCK ADJ (HDR-XR500V/XR520V)
Your camcorder will maintain the correct clock time by acquiring the time from GPS.
Set the GPS switch to ON in advance.
Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [CLOCK/ LANG] [AUTO CLOCK ADJ] a desired
setting
ON
Adjusts the clock automatically.
OFF
Does not adjust the clock automatically.
Notes
There may be discrepancies of a few seconds even if [AUTO CLOCK ADJ] is activated.
The clock is adjusted automatically by [AUTO CLOCK ADJ] when you turn off your camcorder if the
camcorder is receiving a GPS signal while it is being used. The clock is not adjusted until the camcorder
is turned off. Also, the clock is not adjusted unless the camcorder is receiving a GPS signal, even if the
GPS switch is set to ON.
AUTO AREA ADJ (HDR-XR500V/XR520V)
Your camcorder will compensate for a time differences with the current area automatically
when it detects a time difference, by acquiring the current location information from GPS.
Set the GPS switch to ON in advance.
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Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [CLOCK/ LANG] [AUTO AREA ADJ] a desired
setting
ON
Compensates for the time difference with the current area automatically.
Does not compensates for the time difference with the current area
automatically.
OFF
Notes
DST SET/SUMMERTIME
You can change this setting without stopping the clock. Set to [ON] to move the time forward
1 hour.
Steps
(HOME)
desired setting
(SETTINGS) [CLOCK/ LANG] [DST SET]/[SUMMERTIME]
a
OFF
ON
Does not set the summertime.
Sets the summertime.
LANGUAGE SET
You can select the language to be used on the LCD screen.
Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [CLOCK/ LANG]
[
LANGUAGE SET] a desired
setting
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)
The default settings are marked with .
DEMO MODE
When your camcorder is connected to a wall outlet (wall socket), a demonstration movie
appear about 10 minutes after you turn on the (Movie) lamp by pressing MODE.
Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [GENERAL SET] [DEMO MODE] a desired setting
ON
The demonstration appears.
OFF
The demonstration does not appear.
Notes
You can find the demonstration movie on the VISUAL INDEX screen in the default setting. The
demonstration movie will not be restored once it is deleted.
Meanwhile, a movie you have recorded will be registered as the demonstration movie if the movie
satisfies the following conditions.
The movie is protected
The movie is the first one displayed on the VISUAL INDEX screen
The movie is recorded on the internal hard disk
The movie is recorded with high definition image quality (HD)
Tips
When you set this item to [ON] and touch
The demonstration will be suspended:
When you press START/STOP or PHOTO
, the demonstration starts playing.
When you touch the screen during the demonstration (The demonstration starts again after about 10
minutes)
When you turn on the
When you press (HOME) or
(Photo) lamp
(VIEW IMAGES)
REC LAMP (Recording lamp)
You can make the camera recording lamp on the front of your camcorder not to turn on.
Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [GENERAL SET] [REC LAMP] a desired setting
ON
The camera recording lamp lights up.
OFF
The camera recording lamp does not light up.
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CALIBRATION
See page 131.
A.SHUT OFF (Auto shut off)
You can set your camcorder to turn off automatically when you do not operate your
camcorder for more than about 5 minutes.
Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [GENERAL SET] [A.SHUT OFF] a desired setting
5min
The camcorder turns off automatically.
NEVER
The camcorder does not turn off automatically.
Notes
When you connect your camcorder to a wall outlet (wall socket), [A.SHUT OFF] is automatically set to
[NEVER].
REMOTE CTRL (Remote control)
Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [GENERAL SET] [REMOTE CTRL] a desired setting
ON
Select this when you use the supplied Wireless Remote Commander (p. 9).
Select this when you do not use supplied Wireless Remote Commander.
OFF
Tips
Select [OFF] when you want to prevent your camcorder from responding to a command sent by another
remote control unit.
DROP SENSOR
Your camcorder detects that it is dropping, and protects the internal hard disk.
Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [GENERAL SET] [DROP SENSOR] a desired setting
Activates the drop sensor. When it is detected that the camcorder is
dropping, you may not be able to record or play back images correctly, to
ON
protect the internal hard disk. When dropping is detected,
appears.
Deactivates the drop sensor.
OFF (
)
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Notes
Set the drop sensor to [ON] when you use the camcorder. Otherwise, if you drop the camcorder, you may
damage the internal hard disk.
In a non-gravity situation, the drop sensor activates. When you record images during an activity such as
roller-coasting or skydiving, you can set [DROP SENSOR] to [OFF] so as not to activate the drop sensor.
CTRL FOR HDMI (Control for HDMI)
When connecting your camcorder to a “BRAVIA” Sync compatible TV with the HDMI cable
(sold separately), you can play back movies on your camcorder by aiming the TV’s Remote
Commander at the TV (p. 55).
Steps
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [GENERAL SET] [CTRL FOR HDMI] a desired
setting
ON
Operates your camcorder using the TV’s Remote Commander.
OFF
Does not operate your camcorder using the TV’s Remote Commander.
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Functions set in the OPTION MENU
Items you can set only on the
OPTION MENU will be described below.
The default settings are marked with .
SPOT MTR/FCS
You can adjust the brightness and focus for the selected subject simultaneously. This function
Steps
In recording mode, (OPTION)
[SPOT MTR/FCS] touch the subject you
want to adjust the brightness and focus on [END]
To adjust the brightness and focus automatically, touch [AUTO].
Notes
[EXPOSURE] and [FOCUS] are automatically set to [MANUAL].
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.
Steps
In recording mode, (OPTION)
[SPOT METER] touch the point where
you want to fix and adjust the exposure on the screen [END]
To return the setting to automatic exposure, touch [AUTO].
Notes
[EXPOSURE] is automatically set to [MANUAL].
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SPOT FOCUS
You can select and adjust the focal point to aim it at a subject not located at the center of the
screen.
Steps
In recording mode, (OPTION)
focused within the frame on the screen [END]
[SPOT FOCUS] touch the point to be
To adjust the focus automatically, touch [AUTO].
Notes
[FOCUS] is automatically set to [MANUAL].
TELE MACRO
This is useful to shoot small subjects, such as flowers or insects. You can blur out backgrounds
and the subject stands out clearer.
Steps
In recording mode, (OPTION)
[TELE MACRO] a desired setting
Cancels TELE MACRO. (TELE MACRO is also canceled when you move the
zoom lever to the W side.)
OFF
the T (telephoto) side automatically
and allows recording subjects at a
close distance down toabout 45 cm
(17 3/4 in.).
ON (
)
Notes
When recording a distant subject, focusing may be difficult and can take some time.
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EXPOSURE
You can fix the brightness of a picture manually. Adjust the brightness when the subject is too
bright or too dark.
Steps
In recording mode, (OPTION)
[EXPOSURE] [MANUAL]
(darker)/
(brighter)
To adjust the exposure automatically, touch [AUTO].
Tips
You can adjust the exposure manually also by using MANUAL dial.
FOCUS
You can adjust the focus manually. You can select this function also when you want to focus
on a certain subject intentionally.
Steps
In recording mode, (OPTION)
[FOCUS] [MANUAL]
(focusing on
close subjects)/ (focusing on distant subjects)
To adjust the focus automatically, touch [AUTO].
Notes
When you set [FOCUS] to [MANUAL], appears.
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.
Tips
appears when the focus cannot be adjusted any closer, and appears when the focus cannot be
adjusted farther away.
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.
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The focal distance information (distance at which the subject is focused on; used as a guide if it is dark
and focus adjustment is difficult) appears for a few seconds in the following cases. (This information will
not display correctly if a conversion lens (sold separately) is being used.)
When the focus mode is switched from automatic to manual
When you set focus manually
You can adjust the focus manually also by using MANUAL dial.
SCENE SELECTION
You can record images effectively in various situations.
Steps
In recording mode, (OPTION)
[SCENE SELECTION] a desired setting
Automatically records images effectively without the [SCENE SELECTION]
function.
AUTO
Maintains the darkening atmosphere of the distant
surroundings in twilight scenes.
TWILIGHT* (
)
Enables to take photos of people and background using
a flash.
TWILIGHT PORT. (
SUNRISE&SUNSET*
)
Reproduces the atmosphere of scenes such as sunsets or
sunrises.
(
)
Takes spectacular shots of fireworks.
FIREWORKS* (
)
Shoots distant subjects clearly. This setting also prevents
your camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in
windows between the camcorder and the subject.
LANDSCAPE*(
PORTRAIT (Soft
)
Brings out the subject such as people or flowers while
creating a soft background.
portrait) (
)
Prevents people’s faces from appearing excessively white
when subjects are lit by strong light.
SPOTLIGHT**(
BEACH** (
)
Takes the vivid blue of the ocean or a lake.
Takes bright pictures of a white landscape.
)
SNOW** (
)
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*
Adjusted to focus on subjects farther away only.
** Adjusted not to focus on subjects a short distance away.
Notes
If you set [SCENE SELECTION], [WHITE BAL.] setting is canceled.
Even if you set [TWILIGHT PORT.] while the
the (Movie) lamp lights up.
(Photo) lamp is lit, the setting changes to [AUTO] once
WHITE BAL. (White balance)
You can adjust the color balance to the brightness of the recording environment.
Steps
In recording mode, (OPTION)
[WHITE BAL.] a desired setting
AUTO
The white balance is adjusted automatically.
The white balance is appropriately adjusted for the following recording
conditions:
Outdoors
OUTDOOR (
)
Night views, neon signs and fireworks
Sunrise or sunset
Under daylight fluorescent lamps
The white balance is appropriately adjusted for the following recording
conditions:
Indoors
INDOOR ()
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
The white balance will be adjusted according to the ambient light.
Touch [ONE PUSH].
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.
ONE PUSH (
)
Touch [
flashes quickly. When the white balance has been adjusted and stored in
the memory, the indicator stops flashing.
].
Notes
Set [WHITE BAL.] to [AUTO] or adjust the color in [ONE PUSH] under white or cool white fluorescent
lamps.
When you select [ONE PUSH], keep framing white objects while
flashes slowly if [ONE PUSH] could not be set.
is flashing quickly.
When [ONE PUSH] was selected, if
[AUTO].
keeps flashing after touching
, set [WHITE BAL.] to
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If you set [WHITE BAL.], [SCENE SELECTION] is set to [AUTO].
Tips
If you have changed the battery pack while [AUTO] was selected, or taken your camcorder outdoors after
inside use (or vice versa), select [AUTO] and aim your camcorder at a nearby white object for about 10
seconds for better color balance adjustment.
When the white balance is set by [ONE PUSH], if the ambient lighting, etc., changes because you moved
your camcorder to or from outdoors, etc., you need to redo the [ONE PUSH] procedure to readjust the
white balance.
FADER
You can record a transition with the following effects adding to the interval between scenes.
Select the desired effect in [STBY] (to fading in) or [REC] (to fading out) mode.
Steps
In recording mode, (OPTION)
[FADER] a desired setting
OFF
Does not use an effect.
Out
In
In
WHITE FADER
Fades in/out with the white effect.
Fades in/out with the black effect.
Out
BLACK FADER
To cancel the fader before starting the operation, touch [OFF].
Tips
When you press START/STOP, the setting is cleared.
BLT-IN ZOOM MIC (Built-in zoom microphone)
You can record a movie with directional sound as you zoom in or out.
Steps
In recording mode, (OPTION)
[BLT-IN ZOOM MIC] a desired setting
OFF
The microphone does not record sound following zooming in or out.
The microphone records sound following
zooming in or out.
ON (
)
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MICREF LEVEL (Microphone reference level)
You can select the microphone level for recording sound.
Steps
In recording mode, (OPTION)
[MICREF LEVEL] a desired setting
NORMAL
Records various ambient sounds, converting them into the appropriate level.
Records ambient sound faithfully. Select [LOW] when you want to record
an exciting and powerful sound in a concert hall, etc. (This setting is not
suitable for recording conversations.)
LOW (
)
SELF-TIMER
Press PHOTO to start the count down. A photo is recorded after about 10 seconds.
Steps
In recording mode, (OPTION)
[SELF-TIMER] a desired setting
OFF
Cancels the self-timer.
Starts the self-timer recording. To cancel the recording, touch [RESET].
ON (
)
Tips
107
Troubleshooting
Overall operations/Easy Handycam
operation/Wireless Remote
Commander
Troubleshooting
If you run into any problems using your
camcorder, use the following list to
troubleshoot the problem. If the problem
persists, disconnect the power source and
contact your Sony dealer.
The power does not turn on.
Attach a charged battery pack to the
camcorder (p. 18).
Playing back images stored on “Memory Stick
Editing movies/photos on your camcorder
Functions that cannot be used simultaneously
The plug of the AC Adaptor has been
disconnected from the wall outlet (wall
socket). Connect it to the wall outlet (wall
socket) (p. 18).
The camcorder does not operate even
when the power is set to on.
It takes a few seconds for your camcorder to
be ready to shoot after the power is turned on.
This is not a malfunction.
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
(If you press the RESET button, all settings,
including the clock setting, are reset.)
The temperature of your camcorder is
extremely high. Turn off your camcorder and
leave it for a while in a cool place.
The temperature of your camcorder is
extremely low. Leave your camcorder with the
power of your camcorder on. Turn off your
camcorder and take it to a warm place. Leave
the camcorder there for a while, then turn on
your camcorder.
Notes before sending your camcorder
for repair
Your camcorder may be required to initialize or
change the current hard disk of your camcorder,
depending on the problem. In the event of this,
the data stored on the hard disk will be deleted.
Be sure to save the data on the internal hard
disk on other media (backup) before sending
Guide too). We will not compensate you for any
loss of hard disk data.
During repair, we may check a minimum
amount of data stored on the hard disk in order
to investigate the problem. However, your Sony
dealer will neither copy nor retain your data.
Buttons do not work.
During Easy Handycam operation, the
following buttons/functions are not available.
108
Point the remote sensor away from strong light
sources such as direct sunlight or overhead
lighting. Otherwise, the Wireless Remote
Commander may not function properly.
The (OPTION) button is not displayed.
The OPTION MENU cannot be used during
Easy Handycam operation.
Another DVD device malfunctions when
you use the supplied Wireless Remote
Commander.
The menu settings have changed
automatically.
During Easy Handycam operation, nearly all
the menu items will be automatically set to the
default settings.
Some menu items, such as [ IMAGE SIZE],
retain the settings that were made before Easy
Handycam operation.
Select a commander mode other than DVD 2
for your DVD device, or cover the sensor of
your DVD device with black paper.
Batteries/power sources
The power abruptly turns off.
During Easy Handycam operation, some
menu items are fixed as follows.
[REC MODE]: [HD SP] or [SD SP]
[FRAME SETTING]: [ON]
[DATA CODE]: [DATE/TIME]
Some menu items retain the setting made
during Easy Handycam operation even after
Easy Handycam operation is finished.
The following menu items return to the
default settings in more than 12 hours after
you close the LCD screen.
Use the AC Adaptor.
In the default setting, when about 5 minutes
have elapsed while you do not operate your
camcorder, the camcorder is automatically
turned off (A.SHUT OFF). Change the setting
power again.
[AUTO BACK LIGHT]
[DROP SENSOR]
[SPOT MTR/FCS]
[SPOT METER]
[SPOT FOCUS]
[EXPOSURE]
[FOCUS]
The /CHG lamp does not light while the
battery pack is being charged.
Attach the battery pack to the camcorder
correctly (p. 18).
Connect the power cord (mains lead) to the
wall outlet (wall socket) properly.
[SCENE SELECTION]
[WHITE BAL.]
[BLT-IN ZOOM MIC]
[MICREF LEVEL]
The /CHG lamp flashes while the battery
pack is being charged.
The camcorder gets warm.
Your camcorder may become warm during
operation. This is not a malfunction.
Attach the battery pack to the camcorder
disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall
outlet (wall socket) and contact your Sony
dealer. The battery pack may be damaged.
The supplied Wireless Remote
Commander does not function.
Insert a battery into the battery holder with
the +/– polarities correctly matching the
+/– marks (p. 9).
Remove any obstructions between the
Wireless Remote Commander and the remote
sensor.
The remaining battery time indicator does
not indicate the correct time.
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
10ꢅ
problem persists, replace the battery pack with
a new one (p. 130).
“Memory Stick PRO Duo”media
The indicated time may not be correct
depending on the environment of use.
Operations using the “Memory Stick PRO
Duo”media cannot be performed.
The battery pack is quickly discharged.
If you use “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media
formatted on a computer, format it again on
your camcorder (p. 72).
The ambient temperature is too high or 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. 130).
Images stored on the “Memory Stick PRO
Duo”media cannot be deleted.
The maximum number of images that you can
delete on the index screen at one time is 100.
You cannot delete the protected images.
LCD screen/viewfinder
The data file name is not indicated
correctly or flashes.
Menu items are grayed out.
You cannot select grayed items in the current
recording/playback situation.
There are some functions you cannot activate
simultaneously (p. 114).
The file is damaged.
The file format is not supported by your
camcorder (p. 129).
Recording
The buttons do not appear on the touch
panel.
Refer also to “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
media (p. 110).
Touch the LCD screen lightly.
Press DISP on your camcorder (or DISPLAY
on the Wireless Remote Commander) (p. 38).
Pressing START/STOP or PHOTO does not
record images.
The buttons on the touch panel do not
work correctly or do not work at all.
The playback screen is displayed. Press MODE
to turn on the
(p. 25).
Your camcorder is recording the image you
have just shot on the recording media. You
cannot make new recording during this
period.
The recording media is full. Delete
unnecessary images (p. 57).
(Movie) or (Photo) lamp
Adjust the touch panel ([CALIBRATION])
(p. 131).
The image in the viewfinder is not clear
Move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever
until the image appears clearly (p. 31).
Total number of movie scenes or photos
exceeds the recordable capacity of your
images (p. 57).
you may not record images.
The temperature of your camcorder is
extremely high. Turn off your camcorder and
leave it for a while in a cool place.
The image in the viewfinder has
disappeared.
Close the LCD panel. Even if the viewfinder
is pulled out, no image is displayed in the
viewfinder when the LCD panel is open
(p. 31).
110
The temperature of your camcorder is
extremely low. Turn off your camcorder and
take it to a warm place. Leave the camcorder
there for a while, then turn on the camcorder.
The camcorder stops operating.
The temperature of your camcorder is
extremely high. Turn off your camcorder and
leave it for a while in a cool place.
The temperature of your camcorder is
extremely low. Turn off your camcorder and
take it to a warm place. Leave the camcorder
there for a while, then turn on the camcorder.
If you keep applying vibration on the
camcorder, recording may stop.
Photos cannot be recorded.
You cannot record photos together with:
[SMTH SLW REC]
[FADER]
The ACCESS/access lamp remains lit or
flashing even if recording was stopped.
There is a time difference between the
point when START/STOP is pressed and
the point that the recording movie is
started or stopped actually.
Your camcorder is recording the scene you
have just shot on the recording media.
The imaging field looks different.
On your camcorder, there may be a slight
time difference between the point where you
press START/STOP and the actual point that
recording movie starts/stops. This is not a
malfunction.
The imaging field may look different
depending on the condition of your
camcorder. This is not a malfunction.
The flash does not work.
You cannot record with the flash:
when capturing photos while shooting a
movie
if a conversion lens (sold separately) or a filter
(sold separately) is attached
The horizontal to vertical ratio of the
movie (16:9 (wide)/4:3) cannot be
changed.
The horizontal to vertical ratio of high
definition image quality (HD) movies is 16:9
(wide).
Even if auto flash or
(Auto redeye
reduction) is selected, you cannot use the
flash with:
NightShot
[SPOT MTR/FCS]
[MANUAL] in [EXPOSURE]
[SPOT METER]
The auto focus does not function.
The recording conditions are not suitable for
auto focus. Adjust the focus manually (p. 103).
[TWILIGHT], [SUNRISE&SUNSET],
[FIREWORKS], [LANDSCAPE],
[SPOTLIGHT], [BEACH] or [SNOW] in
[SCENE SELECTION]
SteadyShot does not function.
Set [ STEADYSHOT] to [ACTIVE] or
[STANDARD], [ STEADYSHOT] to [ON]
(p. 77, 83).
Even if [ STEADYSHOT] is set to
[ACTIVE] or [STANDARD], or
The actual recording time for movies is
less than the expected recording time of
the recording media.
[
STEADYSHOT] is set to [ON], your
camcorder may not be able to compensate for
excessive vibrations.
Depending on the recording conditions, the
time available for recording may be shorter, for
example when recording a fast moving object,
etc. (p. 120).
111
Playback
The subjects passing by the screen very
fast appear crooked.
This is called the focal plane phenomenon.
This is not a malfunction. Because of the way
the image device (CMOS sensor) reads out
image signals, the subjects passing by the lens
rapidly might appear crooked depending on
the recording conditions.
Images cannot be played back.
Select the recording media you want to
play back by touching (HOME)
(MANAGE MEDIA) [MOVIE MEDIA
SET]/[PHOTO MEDIA SET] (p. 70).
Select the image quality of a movie you want
to play back by touching (HOME)
(SETTINGS) [VIEW IMAGES SET]
The color of the image is not correctly
displayed.
[
/
SET] (p. 88).
Set the STD/LOW LUX/NIGHTSHOT switch
to STD (p. 35).
Photos cannot be played back.
Photos cannot be played back if you have
modified files or folders, or have edited the
data on a computer. (The file name flashes in
that case.) This is not a malfunction.
Photos recorded on other devices may not be
played back. This is not a malfunction.
The screen image is bright, and the
subject does not appear on the screen.
Set the STD/LOW LUX/NIGHTSHOT switch
to STD (p. 35).
The screen image is dark, and the subject
does not appear on the screen.
is indicated on an image on the
VISUAL INDEX screen.
Press and hold DISP down for a few seconds
to turn on the backlight (p. 38).
This may appear on an image recorded on
other devices, edited on a computer, etc.
You removed the AC Adaptor or the battery
pack before the ACCESS/access lamp is turned
off after recording. This may damage your
Horizontal stripes appear on the images.
This occurs when recording images under a
fluorescent lamp, sodium lamp, or mercury
lamp. This is not a malfunction.
image data and
is displayed.
is indicated on an image on the
VISUAL INDEX screen.
[LCD BL LEVEL] cannot be adjusted.
You cannot adjust [LCD BL LEVEL] when:
The LCD panel is closed on your camcorder
with the LCD screen facing out.
The image data base file may be damaged.
Check the data base file by touching
(HOME)
(MANAGE MEDIA)
The power is supplied from the AC Adaptor.
[REPAIR IMG.DB F.] the recording
medium. If it still appears, delete the image
Sound is not recorded correctly.
with
(p. 57).
If you disconnect an external microphone, etc.
during recording movies, sound may not be
recorded correctly.
Connect the microphone again in the same
way as when you start recording movies.
No sound or only a quiet sound is heard
during playback.
Sound is not output when the LCD screen is
closed. Open the LCD screen.
When you record sound with [MICREF
sound may be difficult to hear.
11ꢀ
Sounds cannot be recorded while shooting
an about-3-second movie using [SMTH SLW
REC].
Editing movies/photos on your
camcorder
Left and right sound will be heard
unbalanced when playing back movies on
computers or other devices.
Unable to edit.
Unable to edit because of the condition of the
image.
This happens when sound recorded in 5.1ch
surround is converted to 2ch (normal stereo
sound) by a computer or other device. 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.
Movies cannot be added in the Playlist.
There is no free space in the recording media.
You can add no more than 999 high definition
image quality (HD) movies, or 99 standard
definition image quality (SD) movies, to a
Playlist. Erase unnecessary movies from the
Playlist (p. 66).
Change the sound to 2ch when creating a disc
using the supplied software “PMB.”
You cannot add photos in the Playlist.
Record sound with [AUDIO MODE] set to
[2ch STEREO] (p. 75).
A movie cannot be divided.
A movie that is too short cannot be divided.
A protected movie cannot be divided.
The demonstration movies cannot be
played.
A photo cannot be captured from a
movie.
Select the internal hard disk for the recording
media, and the high definition image quality
(HD).
The recording media where you want to save
photos is full.
The demonstration movie is deleted.
Playing back images stored on
“Memory Stick PRO Duo”media on
other devices
Playback on the TV
Neither image nor sound is played on the
connected TV.
When you are using the component A/V
cable, set [COMPONENT] according to the
requirements of the connected device (p. 94).
When you are using the component video
plug, make sure the red and white plugs of the
A/V connecting cable are connected (p. 52,
Images are not output from the HDMI OUT
jack, if copyright protection signals are
recorded in the images.
Images cannot be played back or
“Memory Stick PRO Duo”media are not
recognized.
You cannot play back high definition image
quality (HD) movies on “Memory Stick PRO
Duo” media on a device that is not compatible
with AVCHD format.
When you are using the S VIDEO plug,
make sure the red and white plugs of the A/V
connecting cable are connected (p. 53).
11ꢁ
GPS
The top, bottom, right, and left edges
of images are trimmed slightly on a
connected TV.
The camcorder is not receiving a GPS
signal (HDR-XR500V/XR520V).
The LCD screen of your camcorder can
display recording images across the entire
screen (full pixel display). However, this may
cause slight trimming of the top, bottom, right,
and left edges of images when played back on
a TV which is not compatible with full pixel
display.
Your camcorder may not be able to receive
radio signals from GPS satellites because of
obstructions. Bring your camcorder to an
open area, and set the GPS switch to ON
again.
It is recommended you record images using
a guide.
The current location on the map of the
camcorder is different from the actual
current location (HDR-XR500V/XR520V).
The margin of error of the radio signal from
GPS satellites is large. The margin of error can
be as wide as several-hundred meters at the
maximum.
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.
the image.
Functions that cannot be used
simultaneously
Black bands appear at the top and bottom
of the screen of the 4:3 TV.
The following list shows examples of
unworkable combinations of functions and
menu items.
This happens when viewing an image recorded
in the 16:9 (wide) mode on a 4:3 TV. This is
not a malfunction.
Cannot use
Because of following settings
[FACE
DETECTION]
NightShot, [SMTH SLW
REC], [DIGITAL ZOOM],
[SPOT MTR/FCS],
Dubbing/Connecting to other
devices
[SPOT METER], [SPOT
FOCUS], [EXPOSURE],
[FOCUS], [TWILIGHT],
[TWILIGHT PORT.],
[SUNRISE&SUNSET],
[FIREWORKS],
Images are not dubbed correctly.
You cannot dub images using the HDMI cable.
The A/V connecting cable is not connected
properly. Make sure to connect the cable to the
input jack of another device (p. 67).
[LANDSCAPE],
[SPOTLIGHT], [BEACH],
[SNOW], [WHITE BAL.],
[DETECTION
SET]
NightShot, [SMTH SLW
REC], [DIGITAL ZOOM],
[FADER], [SELF-TIMER]
[SMILE
SENSITIVITY]
NightShot, [SMTH SLW
REC], [DIGITAL ZOOM],
[FADER], [SELF-TIMER]
[SMILE
PRIORITY]
NightShot, [SMTH SLW
REC], [DIGITAL ZOOM],
[FADER], [SELF-TIMER]
11ꢂ
Cannot use
Because of following settings
(Warning on the hard disk of the
camcorder)
[FRAME
SETTING]
NightShot, [SMTH SLW
REC]
Fast flashing
[SCENE
NightShot, LOW LUX,
SELECTION]
[FADER], [TELE MACRO]
The hard disk of the camcorder is full.
An error may have occurred with the hard
disk drive in your camcorder.
Self-diagnosis display/Warning
indicators
(Battery level warning)
Slow flashing
The battery pack is nearly used up.
Depending on the operating environment or
battery conditions,
are about 20 minutes remaining.
If indicators appear on the LCD screen or
viewfinder, check the following.
If the problem persists even after you
have tried to fix a couple of times, contact
your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony
service facility.
may flash, even if there
(High temperature warning)
Slow flashing
The temperature of your camcorder is getting
higher. Turn off your camcorder and leave it
for a while in a cool place.
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:) :(Self-diagnosis display)
C:04:
The battery pack is not an “InfoLITHIUM”
battery pack (H series). Use an
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (H series)
(p. 129).
Connect the DC plug of the AC Adaptor to the
DC IN jack of your camcorder securely (p. 18).
(Low temperature warning)
Fast flashing
The temperature of your camcorder is
extremely low. Make the camcorder warm.
C:13:
/ C:32:
(Warning indicator pertaining to
“Memory Stick PRO Duo”media)
Remove the power source. Reconnect it and
operate your camcorder again.
Slow flashing
E:20:
E:91:
/ E:31:
/ E:94:
/ E:61:
/ E:95:
/ E:62:
/ E:96:
/
Free spaces for recording images are running
out. For the type of “Memory Stick” media you
can use with your camcorder, see page 70.
No “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media are
inserted (p. 70).
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”.
Fast flashing
101-0001 (Warning indicator pertaining
to files)
There are not enough free spaces for recording
images. After storing the images on other
unnecessary images, or format the “Memory
Stick PRO Duo” media (p. 72).
Slow flashing
The file is damaged.
The file is unreadable.
11ꢃ
The image data base file may be damaged.
Check the data base file by touching
dropped. Therefore, the camcorder is taking
steps to protect the hard disk. Recording/
playback may be disabled as a result.
The drop sensor function does not guarantee
the protection of the hard disk under all
possible situations. Use the camcorder under
stable conditions.
(HOME)
(MANAGE MEDIA)
[REPAIR IMG.DB F.] the recording
medium.
The “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media are
damaged.
(Warning indicators pertaining
to “Memory Stick PRO Duo”media
formatting)
(Warning indicator pertaining to
photo recording)
The recording media is full.
The “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media are
damaged.
Photos cannot be recorded during processing.
Wait for a while, then record.
The “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media are not
formatted correctly (p. 72).
Tips
You may hear a melody when some warning
indicators appear on the screen.
(Warning indicator pertaining to
incompatible “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
media)
Description of warning messages
Incompatible “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media
are inserted (p. 70).
If messages appear on the screen, follow the
instructions.
(Warning indicator pertaining to
the write-protect of the “Memory Stick
PRO Duo”media)
Recording media
Access to the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media
was restricted on another device.
HDD format error.
The internal hard disk of the camcorder
is set differently from the default format.
enable you to use your camcorder. This will
delete all data in the internal hard disk.
(Warning indicator pertaining to the
flash)
Fast flashing
There is something wrong with the flash.
Data error.
(Warning indicator pertaining to
camera-shake warning)
An error occurred during reading or writing
the internal hard disk of the camcorder. This
may occur when you keep applying shock on
the camcorder.
If the message is preceded by a GPS indicator,
there may be some trouble with the GPS
receiver. Turn on your camcorder again.
(HDR-XR500V/XR520V)
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.
(Warning indicator pertaining to drop
sensor)
and has detected that the camcorder has been
11ꢄ
The Image Database File is damaged. Do
you want to create a new file?
HD movie management information is
damaged. Create new information?
Reinsert the Memory Stick.
Reinsert the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media
a few times. If even then the indicator flashes,
the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media could be
damaged. Try with other “Memory Stick PRO
Duo” media.
The image management file is damaged. When
you touch [YES], a new image management
file is created. The old recorded images on the
media cannot be played back (Image files are
not damaged). If you execute [REPAIR IMG.
DB F.] after creating new information, playing
back the old recorded images may become
possible. If it does not work, copy the image
using the supplied software.
This Memory Stick is not formatted
correctly.
Check the format, then format the “Memory
Stick PRO Duo” media with your camcorder if
necessary (p. 72).
Still picture folder is full. Cannot record
still pictures.
Inconsistencies found in Image Database
File. Do you want to repair the Image
Database File?
The Image Database File is damaged. Do
you want to repair the Image Database
File?
Inconsistencies found in Image Database
File. Cannot record or play HD movies. Do
you want to repair the Image Database
File?
You cannot create folders exceeding
999MSDCF. You cannot create or delete
created folders using your camcorder.
Format the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media
This Memory Stick may not be able to
record or play movies.
Use “Memory Stick” media recommended for
your camcorder (p. 70).
The image management file is damaged, and
you cannot record movies or photos. Touch
[YES] to repair.
You can record photos on “Memory Stick PRO
Duo” media.
This Memory Stick may not be able to
record or play images correctly.
Use the recommended “Memory Stick” media
(p. 70).
Buffer overflow
You cannot record because the drop sensor
senses a drop of the camcorder repeatedly.
If you are at risk of dropping the camcorder
constantly, set [DROP SENSOR] to [OFF],
and you may be able to record the image again
(p. 99).
Do not eject the Memory Stick during
writing. Data may be damaged.
Reinsert the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media,
and follow the instructions on the LCD screen.
Other
Recovering data.
No further selection is possible.
Your camcorder tries to recover data
automatically if the data writing was not
performed properly.
You can select only 100 images at one time for:
Deleting movies/photos
Protecting movies/photos, or releasing the
protection
Dubbing movies
Copying photos
Editing the playlist of high definition image
quality (HD) movies
Cannot recover data.
Writing data onto the internal hard disk of the
camcorder has failed. Attempts were made to
recover the data, but they were unsuccessful.
117
Data protected.
You tried to delete protected data. Release the
protection of the data.
118
Additional information
Bottom: When recording with the viewfinder
Each recording time is measured under the
following condition:
Recording time of
movies/number of
recordable photos
“HD” stands for high definition image
quality, and “SD” stands for standard image
quality.
[REC MODE]: SP
Typical recording time shows the time when
you repeat recording start/stop, switching the
MODE lamp, and zooming.
Times measured when using the camcorder at
25 C (77 F) (10 C to 30 C (50 F to 86 F)
is recommended).
The recording and playback time will be
shorter when you use your camcorder in low
temperatures.
The recording and playback time will be shorter
depending on the conditions under which you
use your camcorder.
Expected time of recording and
playback with each battery pack
Recording time
Approximate time available when you use a
fully charged battery pack.
Playing time
Approximate time available when you use a
fully charged battery pack.
Internal hard disk
(unit: minute)
Battery pack
Continuous
recording time
Typical recording
time
(unit: minute)
Battery pack
LCD panel opened* LCD panel closed
Image quality
NP-FH50
HD
65
70
90
95
140
150
SD
80
85
110
115
180
190
HD
30
35
45
45
70
75
SD
40
40
55
55
90
95
Image quality
NP-FH50
HD
SD
HD
SD
115
115
115
115
120
120
120
120
NP-FH60
(supplied)
NP-FH70
NP-FH60
(supplied)
NP-FH70
150
150
150
150
160
160
160
160
245
245
245
245
255
255
255
255
NP-FH100
325
350
405
430
160
175
200
215
NP-FH100
555
555
555
555
580
580
580
580
“Memory Stick PRO Duo”media
Top: Internal hard disk
Bottom: “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media
* When the LCD backlight turns on
(unit: minute)
Typical recording
time
Battery pack
Continuous
recording time
Image quality
NP-FH50
HD
65
70
SD
85
90
HD
30
35
SD
40
45
NP-FH60
(supplied)
90
95
115
120
45
45
55
60
NP-FH70
140
150
185
195
70
75
90
95
NP-FH100
325
350
415
440
160
175
205
220
Top: When the LCD backlight turns on
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* You can change the recording sound format
with [AUDIO MODE] (p. 75).
Expected recording time of movies
Internal hard disk
Tips
You can record movies of a maximum of 3,999
scenes with high definition image quality (HD),
and 9,999 scenes with standard definition image
quality (SD).
The maximum continuous recording time of
movies is approximately 13 hours.
Your camcorder uses the VBR (Variable Bit
Rate) format to automatically adjust image
quality to suit the recording scene. This
technology causes fluctuations in the recording
time of the media. Movies containing quickly
moving and complex images are recorded at
a higher bit rate, and this reduces the overall
recording time.
High definition image quality (HD)
(unit: hour minute)
Recording mode
Recording time
HDR-XR500
HDR-XR500V
14 h 30 m
29 h 30 m
35 h 50 m
47 h 50 m
[HD FH]
[HD HQ]
[HD SP]
14 h 30 m
29 h 40 m
36 h
[HD LP]
(5.1ch)*
48 h 10 m
[HD LP]
(2ch)*
50 h 30 m
50 h 10 m
Recording mode
Recording time
HDR-XR520
HDR-XR520V
29 h 10 m
59 h 20 m
72 h 10 m
96 h 10 m
“Memory Stick PRO Duo”media
[HD FH]
[HD HQ]
[HD SP]
[HD LP]
(5.1ch)*
29 h 20 m
59 h 40 m
72 h 20 m
96 h 30 m
High definition image quality (HD)
(unit: minute)
AVC HD AVC HD AVC HD AVC HD AVC HD
16M
(FH)
9M
(HQ)
7M
(SP)
5M
(LP)
5.1ch*
5M
(LP)
2ch*
[HD LP]
101 h 20 m
101 h
(2ch)*
1GB
2GB
4GB
8GB
6
10
15
20
20
(6)
(9)
(10)
(15)
(15)
Standard definition image quality (SD)
10
(10)
25
(25)
55
(55)
110
25
(20)
55
(35)
30
(20)
65
(45)
45
(35)
90
(70)
45
(35)
95
(70)
(unit: hour minute)
Recording time
Recording mode
HDR-XR500
HDR-XR500V
29 h 30 m
43 h 40 m
83 h 40 m
115
140
185
195
[SD HQ]
[SD SP]
[SD LP]
(5.1ch)*
29 h 40 m
43 h 50 m
84 h 10 m
(80) (100) (145) (150)
16
GB
230
280
375
390
(110) (160) (200) (290) (300)
[SD LP]
(2ch)*
91 h 50 m
91 h 20 m
Standard definition image quality (SD)
(unit: minute)
Recording mode
Recording time
SD 9M
(HQ)
SD 6M
(SP)
SD 3M
(LP)
5.1ch*
SD 3M
(LP)
2ch*
HDR-XR520
59 h 40 m
88 h 10 m
169 h
HDR-XR520V
59 h 20 m
87 h 50 m
168 h 20 m
[SD HQ]
[SD SP]
[SD LP]
(5.1ch)*
[SD LP]
(2ch)*
1GB
2GB
4GB
10
(10)
25
(25)
55
(50)
20
(10)
40
(25)
80
(50)
35
(25)
80
(50)
160
(105)
40
(25)
85
(55)
170
(110)
184 h 20 m
183 h 50 m
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on the recording conditions, and the type of
“Memory Stick” media.
The unique pixel array of Sony’s ClearVid and
the image processing system (BIONZ) allow
still image resolution equivalent to the sizes
described.
(unit: minute)
SD 9M
(HQ)
SD 6M
(SP)
SD 3M
(LP)
SD 3M
(LP)
5.1ch*
2ch*
8GB
115
(100)
170
(100)
325
(215)
355
(230)
Tips
16GB
230
340
655
715
(205)
(205)
(435)
(460)
You can also use “Memory Stick Duo” media
with a capacity of under 1 GB for recording
photos.
* You can change the recording sound format
with [AUDIO MODE] (p. 75).
Notes
Numbers in the table are based on using a Sony
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media.
The recordable time may vary depending on the
recording and subject conditions, [REC MODE]
The number in ( ) is the minimum recordable
time.
Expected number of recordable
photos
Internal hard disk
You can record the maximum 9,999 photos.
“Memory Stick PRO Duo”media
12.0M
4000 3000
1GB
2GB
4GB
8GB
16GB
165
345
670
1350
2750
The selected image size is effective when the
(Photo) lamp is lit.
The number of recordable photos shown is for
the maximum image size of your camcorder.
The actual number of recordable photos is
displayed on the LCD screen during recording
(p. 10).
Notes
Numbers in the table are based on using Sony
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media. The number
of recordable photos may vary depending
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System
NTSC
Used in
Using your camcorder
abroad
Power supply
You can use your camcorder in any
countries/regions using the AC Adaptor
supplied with your camcorder within the
AC 100 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz range.
Bahama Islands, Bolivia,
Canada, Central America,
Chile, Colombia, Ecuador,
Guyana, Jamaica, Japan,
Korea, Mexico, Peru, Surinam,
Taiwan, the Philippines, the
USA, Venezuela, etc.
PAL
Australia, Austria, Belgium,
China, Czech Republic,
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.
Viewing high definition image quality
(HD) movies
In countries/regions where 1080/60i is
supported, you can view the movies with
the same high definition image quality
(HD) as that of the recorded movies.
You need an NTSC-system-based and
1080/60i compatible TV (or monitor) with
component and AUDIO/VIDEO input
jacks. A component A/V cable or an HDMI
cable (sold separately) must be connected.
PAL – M
PAL – N
SECAM
Brazil
Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay.
Bulgaria, France, Guiana, Iran,
Iraq, Monaco, Russia, Ukraine,
etc.
Viewing standard definition image
quality (SD) movies
To view standard definition image quality
(SD) movies, you need an NTSC-system-
based TV with AUDIO/VIDEO input
jacks. An A/V connecting cable must be
connected.
On TV color systems
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.
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Setting to the local time
You can easily set the clock to the local time by setting a time difference when using your
camcorder abroad. Touch (HOME)
(SETTINGS) [CLOCK/ LANG]
[AREA SET] and [DST SET]/[SUMMERTIME] (p. 96).
HDR-XR500V/XR520V
When [AUTO CLOCK ADJ] and [AUTO AREA ADJ] are set to [ON], the clock is set to the
local time automatically by the GPS function (p. 96).
World time difference
Time-zone
differences
Area setting
Time-zone
differences
Area setting
+10:00
+11:00
+12:00
Melbourne, Sydney
Solomon Is
Fiji, Wellington, Eniwetok,
Kwajalein
Samoa
Hawaii
GMT
Lisbon, London
Berlin, Paris
Helsinki, Cairo, Istanbul
Moscow, Nairobi
Tehran
Abu Dhabi, Baku
Kabul
Karachi, Islamabad
Calcutta, New Delhi
Almaty, Dhaka
Yangon
Bangkok, Jakarta
Hong Kong, Singapore,
Beijing
Seoul, Tokyo
Adelaide, Darwin
+01:00
+02:00
+03:00
+03:30
+04:00
+04:30
+05:00
+05:30
+06:00
+06:30
+07:00
+08:00
–11:00
–10:00
–09:00
–08:00
–07:00
–06:00
–05:00
–04:00
–03:30
–03:00
–02:00
–01:00
Alaska
Los Angeles, Tijuana
Denver, Arizona
Chicago, Mexico City
New York, Bogota
Santiago
St.John’s
Brasilia, Montevideo
Fernando de Noronha
Azores, Cape Verde Is.
+09:00
+09:30
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File/folder structure on the internal hard disk and
“Memory Stick PRO Duo”media
The file/folder structure is shown below. You do not usually need to acknowledge the file/
folder structure, when recording/playing back movies and photos on the camcorder. To enjoy
movies or photos by connecting your camcorder to a computer, see “PMB Guide” then use the
supplied application.
* Only for the internal hard disk
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]
[102PNV01]
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.
HD movie management information
folder
Photo files (JPEG files)
The extension of the files is “.JPG”. The
file numbers go up automatically. When
the capacity of a file number exceeds
9999, another folder is created to store
new photo files.
The folder name goes up: [101MSDCF]
[102MSDCF]
This folder contains recording data of
high definition image quality (HD)
movies. Do not try to open this folder
or access the contents of this folder from
a computer. Doing so might damage
image files, or prevent image files from
being played back.
By setting
[USB CONNECT] [ USB CONNECT]/
USB CONNECT], you can access the
recording media from the computer through
USB connection.
(HOME) (OTHERS)
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.
[
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Do not modify the files or folders on the
camcorder from the computer. The image files
may be destroyed or may not be played back.
Operation is not guaranteed, if you perform the
above operation.
Maintenance and
precautions
When you delete image files, follow the steps
camcorder directly from the computer.
Do not format the recording media using a
computer. The camcorder may not operate
correctly.
Do not copy the files on the recording
media from the computer. Operation is not
guaranteed.
About the AVCHD format
What is the AVCHD format?
The AVCHD format is a high definition
digital video camera format used to record
a high definition (HD) signal of either
the 1080i specification*1 or the 720p
specification*2 on internal hard disk drive,
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.
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”
media, etc.
Recording and playback on your
camcorder
Based on the AVCHD format, your
camcorder records with the high definition
image quality (HD) mentioned below.
In addition to high definition image
quality (HD), your camcorder is capable of
recording a standard definition (SD) signal
in the conventional MPEG2 format.
Video signal*3: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 1920
1080/60i, 1440 1080/60i
Audio signal: Dolby Digital 5.1/2ch
Recording media: Internal hard disk drive,
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media
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1
2
3
reach the camcorder as follows.
In tunnels, indoors or under the shade of
buildings.
Between tall buildings or at narrow streets
surrounded by buildings.
In underground locations, locations
surrounded by dense trees, under an elevated
bridge, or in locations where magnetic fields
are generated, such as near high voltage
cables.
*
*
*
1080i specification
A high definition specification which utilizes
1,080 effective scanning lines and the interlace
system.
720p specification
A high definition specification which utilizes
720 effective scanning lines and the progressive
system.
Data recorded in AVCHD format other than
the above mentioned cannot be played on your
camcorder.
Near devices that generate radio signals of the
same frequency band as the camcorder: near
1.5 GHz band mobile telephones, etc.
About GPS (HDR-XR500V/XR520V)
On triangulating errors
The GPS (Global Positioning System) is a
system that calculates geographical location
from highly accurate US space satellites.
This system allows you to pinpoint your
exact location on the earth. The GPS
satellites are located in 6 orbits, 20,000 km
above the earth. The GPS system consists
of 24 or more GPS satellites. A GPS receiver
receives radio signals from the satellites,
and calculates the current location of the
receiver based on the orbital information
(almanac data) and travel time of the
signals, etc.
If you move to another location right after
setting the GPS switch to ON, it may take
a longer time for the camcorder to start
trianguating, compared to when you stay in the
same place.
Error caused by the position of GPS satellites
The camcorder automatically triangulates your
current location when the camcorder receives
radio signals from 3 or more GPS satellites. The
triangulating error allowed by the GPS satellites
is about 30 m (98 feet). Depending on the
environment of the location, the triangulating
error can be greater. In this case, your actual
location may not match the location on the map
based on the GPS information. Meanwhile,
the GPS satellites are controlled by the Unites
States Department of Defense, and the degree of
accuracy may be changed intentionally.
Error during the triangulating process
The camcorder acquires location information
every 10 seconds during triangulating.
Determining a location is called
“triangulating.” A GPS receiver can
determine the location’s latitude and
longitude by receiving signals from 3 or
more satellites.
As the positions of GPS satellites vary
constantly, it may take longer to determine
the location or the receiver may not be able to
determine the location at all, depending on the
location and time you use the camcorder.
“GPS” is a system for determining geographic
location by triangulating radio signals from
GPS satellites. Avoid using the camcorder
in places where radio signals are blocked or
reflected, such as a shadowy place surrounded
by buildings or trees, etc. Use the camcorder in
open sky environments.
There is a slight time difference between when
the location information is acquired and when
the location information is recorded on an
image, therefore, the actual recording location
may not match exactly the location on the map
based on the GPS information.
On the restriction of use of GPS on an
airplane
During take off and landing of an airplane,
set the GPS switch to OFF and turn off the
camcorder, as you will be instructed to do by
the on-board announcement. In other cases, use
GPS in accordance with the regulations of the
place or situation.
You may not be able to record location
information at locations or in situations where
radio signals from the GPS satellites do not
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Hungary
Copyright © 2003; Top-Map Ltd.
Italy
La Banca Dati Italiana è stata prodotta usando
quale riferimento anche cartografia numerica
ed al tratto prodotta e fornita dalla Regione
Toscana.
On the map data
The camcorder contains map data for the
following countries/regions.
Europe, Japan, North America, Oceania, etc.
Built-in map is powered by companies as
follows; Map of Japan by Zenrin Co., Ltd., other
areas by NAVTEQ.
The map data included is as of the date of
production of this manual.
Japan
GPS maps will appear in 2-dimensional
graphics except for certain landmarks in Japan,
which will appear in 3D.
You cannot change the language on the map.
You cannot update the map data.
The scale of the map is 100 feet to 6,000 miles.
On the geographic coordinate system
The “WGS-84” geographic coordinate system
is used.
Norway
Copyright © 2000; Norwegian Mapping
Authority
Portugal
Source: IgeoE – Portugal
Spain
On copyright
The map data of the camcorder is copyrighted.
Unauthorized copying or other usage of the
map data may be contrary to the copyright laws.
Información geográfica propiedad del CNIG
Sweden
Based upon electronic data © National Land
Survey Sweden.
On the navigation function
The camcorder does not have a navigation
function that uses GPS.
Switzerland
Topografische Grundlage: © Bundesamt für
Landestopographie.
Australia
Copyright. Based on data provided under
license from PSMA Australia Limited (www.
psma.com.au).
About “Memory Stick”media
Austria
© Bundesamt für Eich- und Vermessungswesen
Croatia, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania,
Poland and Slovenia
© EuroGeographics
France
source: Géoroute® IGN France & BD Carto®
IGN France
Germany
Die Grundlagendaten wurden mit
Genehmigung der zustaendigen Behoerden
entnommen.
“Memory Stick” media are compact,
portable IC recording media with a large
data capacity.
You can use only “Memory Stick Duo”
media, which are about the half size of
standard “Memory Stick” media, with your
camcorder.
However, we do not guarantee the
operation of all types of “Memory Stick
Duo” media on your camcorder.
Great Britain
Based upon Crown Copyright material.
Greece
© EuroGeographics; Copyright Geomatics Ltd.
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Do not disassemble or modify “Memory Stick
PRO Duo” media.
Do not let “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media
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 “Memory
Stick PRO Duo” media into the “Memory
Stick Duo” media slot. Doing so may cause a
malfunction.
Do not use or keep “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
media 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
Types of“Memory Stick”media
Recording/Playback
“Memory Stick Duo”
media (with MagicGate)
“Memory Stick PRO
Duo” media
“Memory Stick PRO-HG
Duo” media
—
*
* 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” media.
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.
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media formatted by
a computer (Windows OS/Mac OS) do not have
guaranteed compatibility with your camcorder.
Data read/write speed may vary depending on
the combination of the “Memory Stick PRO
Duo” media and “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
media compliant product you use.
Damaged or lost data may occur in the
following cases (the data will not be
compensated for):
If you eject the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
media, or turn off your camcorder while your
camcorder is reading or writing image files on
the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media (while
the ACCESS/access lamp is lit or flashing)
If you use the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
media near magnets or magnetic fields
It is recommended that you make a back-up of
important data on the hard disk of a computer.
Be careful not to apply excessive force when
writing a memo area on “Memory Stick PRO
Duo” media.
Do not attach a label or the like on “Memory
Stick PRO Duo” media or a “Memory Stick
Duo” media adaptor.
When you carry or store “Memory Stick PRO
Duo” media, put it in its case.
On the “Memory Stick Duo”media
adaptor
When using “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media
with a “Memory Stick” media compliant device,
be sure to insert the “Memory Stick PRO
Duo” media into a “Memory Stick Duo” media
adaptor.
When inserting “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
media into a “Memory Stick Duo” media
adaptor, make sure “Memory Stick PRO
Duo” media are inserted facing in the correct
direction, then insert “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
media all the way in. Note that improper use
may cause a malfunction.
When using “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media
inserted into a “Memory Stick Duo” media
adaptor on a “Memory Stick” media compliant
device, make sure the “Memory Stick PRO
Duo” media adaptor is inserted into the device
in the correct direction. If inserted in the wrong
direction, the device may be damaged.
Do not insert a “Memory Stick Duo” media
adaptor without “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
media attached into a “Memory Stick” media
compliant device. Doing so may result in
malfunctions of the device.
Do not touch, or allow metallic objects to come
into contact with the terminals.
Do not bend, drop or apply strong force to
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media.
On “Memory Stick PRO Duo”media
The maximum memory capacity of “Memory
Stick PRO Duo” media that can be used with
your camcorder is 16 GB.
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off. If you charge the battery pack outside of
this temperature range, you may not be able to
charge it efficiently.
On image data compatibility
Image data files recorded on “Memory Stick
PRO Duo” media 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).
On your camcorder, you cannot play back
photos 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 “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
media that have been used with another device,
format “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media with
erases all information on the “Memory Stick
PRO Duo” media.
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 install it on your camcorder right
before you start taking shots.
Use a large capacity battery pack: NP-FH70/
FH100 (sold separately).
Frequent use of the LCD screen or a frequent
playback, fast forward or reverse operation
wears out the battery pack faster. We
recommend using a large capacity battery pack:
NP-FH70/FH100 (sold separately).
Be sure to close the LCD screen when not
recording or playing back on your camcorder.
The battery pack is also consumed when your
camcorder is in recording standby or playback
pause.
Have spare battery packs ready for 2 or 3 times
the expected recording time, and make trial
recordings before making the actual recording.
Do not expose the battery pack to water. The
battery pack is not water resistant.
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
About the “InfoLITHIUM”battery
pack
Your camcorder operates only with an
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (H series).
“InfoLITHIUM” H series battery packs
About the remaining battery time
indicator
have the
mark.
What is an “InfoLITHIUM”battery pack?
An “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a
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.
lithium-ion battery pack that has functions
for communicating information related to
operating conditions between your camcorder
and an AC Adaptor/charger (sold separately).
The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack calculates the
power consumption according to the operating
conditions of your camcorder, and displays the
remaining battery time in minutes.
To charge the battery pack
Be sure to charge the battery pack before you
start using your camcorder.
We recommend charging the battery pack in an
ambient temperature of between 10 C to 30 C
(50 F to 86 F) until the charge lamp turns
The mark that indicates low battery flashes
even if there are still 20 minutes of battery
time remaining, depending on the operating
conditions or ambient temperature.
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sand or dust gets in your camcorder, it may
malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction
cannot be repaired.
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.
Near windows or outdoors, where the LCD
screen, the viewfinder, or the lens may be
exposed to direct sunlight. This damages the
inside of the viewfinder or the LCD screen.
Operate your camcorder on DC 6.8 V/7.2 V
(battery pack) or DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor).
For DC or AC operation, use the accessories
recommended in these operating instructions.
Do not let your camcorder get wet, for example,
from rain or sea water. If your camcorder
gets wet, it may malfunction. Sometimes this
malfunction cannot be repaired.
If any solid object or liquid gets inside the
casing, unplug your camcorder and have it
checked by a Sony dealer before operating it
any further.
Avoid rough handling, disassembling,
modifying, physical shock, or impact such
as hammering, dropping or stepping on the
product. Be particularly careful of the lens.
Keep the LCD screen closed when you are not
using your camcorder.
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).
Do not damage the power cord (mains lead)
such as by placing anything heavy on it.
Do not use a deformed or damaged battery
pack.
To discharge the battery pack on your
camcorder completely, touch
(HOME)
(SETTINGS) [GENERAL SET]
[A.SHUT OFF] [NEVER], and leave your
camcorder in recording standby until the power
goes off (p. 99).
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.
About x.v.Color
x.v.Color is a more familiar term for the xvYCC
standard proposed by Sony, and is a trademark
of Sony.
xvYCC is an international standard for color
space in video. This standard can express a
wider color range than the currently used
broadcast standard.
About handling of your camcorder
On use and care
Keep metal contacts clean.
Keep the Wireless Remote Commander and
button-type battery out of children’s reach. If
the battery is accidentally swallowed, consult a
doctor immediately.
If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked:
Consult your local authorized Sony service
facility.
Wash off any liquid that may have contacted
your skin.
If any liquid gets in your eyes, wash with
plenty of water and consult a doctor.
Do not use or store the camcorder and
accessories in the following locations:
Anywhere extremely hot, cold or humid.
Never leave them exposed to temperatures
above 60 C (140 F), such as under direct
sunlight, near heaters or in a car parked in
the sun. They may malfunction or become
deformed.
Near strong magnetic fields or mechanical
vibration. The camcorder may malfunction.
Near strong radio waves or radiation. The
camcorder may not be able to record properly.
Near AM receivers and video equipment.
Noise may occur.
On a sandy beach or anywhere dusty. If
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When not using your camcorder for a
long time
To keep your camcorder in optimum state for a
long time, turn it on and let it run by recording
and playing back images about once a month.
Use up the battery pack completely before
storing it.
To clean the LCD screen
If fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen
dirty, it is recommended that you use a soft
cloth to clean it.
When you use the LCD Cleaning Kit (sold
separately), do not apply the cleaning liquid
directly to the LCD screen. Use cleaning paper
moistened with the liquid.
Moisture condensation
On adjustment of the touch panel
(CALIBRATION)
If your camcorder is brought directly from a cold
place to a warm place, moisture may condense
inside your camcorder. This may cause a
malfunction to your camcorder.
If moisture condensation has occurred
Leave your camcorder for about 1 hour without
turning it on.
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.
Note on moisture condensation
Touch
(HOME)
(SETTINGS)
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:
[GENERAL SET] [CALIBRATION].
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.
Touch “” displayed on the screen with the
corner of “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media or
the like 3 times.
Touch [CANCEL] to cancel calibration.
You use your camcorder in a hot and humid
place.
Notes
If you did not press the right spot, try the
calibration again.
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.
How to prevent moisture condensation
When you bring your camcorder from a cold
place into a warm place, put your camcorder in
a plastic bag and seal it tightly. Remove the bag
when the air temperature inside the plastic bag
has reached the surrounding temperature (after
about 1 hour).
On handling the casing
LCD screen
If the casing is soiled, clean the camcorder body
with a soft cloth lightly moistened with water,
and then wipe the casing with a dry soft cloth.
Avoid the following to avoid damage to the
finish:
Using chemicals such as thinner, benzine,
alcohol, chemical cloths, repellent, insecticide
and sunscreen
Do not exert excessive pressure on the LCD
screen, as it may cause uneven color and other
damage.
If your camcorder is used in a cold place, a
residual image may appear on the LCD screen.
This is not a malfunction.
While using your camcorder, the back of
the LCD screen may heat up. This is not a
malfunction.
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
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actual body of “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media.
About care and storage of the lens
Wipe the surface of the lens clean with a soft
cloth in the following instances:
When there are fingerprints on the lens
surface
In hot or humid locations
When the lens is exposed to salty air such as
at the seaside
Store in a well-ventilated location subject to
little dirt or dust.
To prevent mold, periodically clean the lens as
described above.
On trademarks
“Handycam” and
are
registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.
“AVCHD” and “AVCHD” logotype are
trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony
Corporation.
“Memory Stick,” “,
” “Memory Stick Duo,” “
,” “Memory Stick PRO Duo,”
,” “Memory Stick
,”
“
PRO-HG Duo,” “
“MagicGate,” “
,” “MagicGate
Memory Stick” and “MagicGate Memory Stick
Duo” are trademarks or registered trademarks
of Sony Corporation.
On charging the pre-installed
rechargeable battery
“InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony
Corporation.
Your camcorder has a pre-installed rechargeable
battery to retain the date, time, and other settings
even when the LCD screen is closed. The pre-
installed rechargeable battery is always charged
while your camcorder is connected to the wall
outlet (wall socket) via the AC Adaptor or while
the battery pack is attached. The rechargeable
battery will be fully discharged in about 3 months
if you do not use your camcorder at all. Use
your camcorder after charging the pre-installed
rechargeable battery.
“x.v.Color” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
“BIONZ” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
“BRAVIA” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks
of Dolby Laboratories.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and HDMI Licencing
LLC are trademarks or registered trademarks of
HDMI Licencing LLC.
Microsoft, Windows, Windows Media,
Windows Vista, and DirectX are either
registered trademarks or trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/
or other countries.
Macintosh and Mac OS are registered
trademarks of Apple Inc. in the U.S. and other
countries.
Intel, Intel Core, and Pentium are trademarks
or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation
or its subsidiaries in the United States and other
countries.
Adobe, the Adobe logo, and Adobe Acrobat
are either registered trademarks or trademarks
of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United
States and/or other countries.
NAVTEQ and the NAVTEQ Maps logo are
trademarks of NAVTEQ in the US and 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.
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.
How to charge the pre-installed
rechargeable battery
Connect your camcorder to a wall outlet (wall
socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor, and leave
it with the LCD screen closed for more than 24
hours.
Note on disposal/transfer of “Memory
Stick PRO Duo”media
Even if you delete data in “Memory Stick PRO
Duo” media or format “Memory Stick PRO
Duo” media on your camcorder or a computer,
you may not delete data from the “Memory
Stick Duo” media completely. When you give
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media to somebody, it
is recommended that you delete date completely
using data deletion software on a computer. Also,
when you dispose of “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
media, it is recommended that you destroy the
Notes on the License
ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT OTHER
THAN CONSUMER PERSONAL USE IN ANY
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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 AVAILABLE FROM MPEG LA,
L.L.C., 250 STEELE STREET, SUITE 300,
DENVER, COLORADO 80206.
Source code is provided on the web. Use
the following URL to download it. When
downloading the source code, select DCR-SR87 as
the model for your camcorder.
http://www.sony.net/Products/Linux/
We would prefer you do not contact us about the
contents of source code.
Read “license2.pdf” in the “License” folder on the
CD-ROM. You will find licenses (in English) of
“GPL,” and “LGPL” software.
THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE
AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE
PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL USE
OF A CONSUMER TO
(i) ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH
THE AVC STANDARD (“AVC VIDEO”) AND
/OR
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/
(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 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.
On GNU GPL/LGPL applied software
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.
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Index
Creating a disc ............................67
Creating a high definition image
quality (HD) disc........................67
Creating a standard definition
image quality (SD) disc..............67
Film Roll Index ...........................45
FIREWORKS ............................104
FLASH LEVEL......................79, 84
FLASH MODE......................79, 83
FOCUS.......................................103
Folder .........................................124
Format..........................................72
FRAME SETTING ............ 86, 115
Symbols
16:9 ...............................................93
4:3 .................................................93
5.1ch surround recording..........34
CTRL FOR HDMI....................100
A
D
A.SHUT OFF ..............................99
Abroad .......................................122
Active Interface Shoe ...................7
AUDIO MODE...........................75
AUTO CLOCK ADJ...................96
AUTO AREA ADJ......................96
AUTO BACK LIGHT ..........80, 85
AVCHD format.........................125
A/V connecting cable.................68
DATA CODE ........................32, 88
Date Index ...................................48
DATE/TIME................... 21, 32, 88
DELETE.......................................57
DIAL SETTING....................80, 84
DIGITAL ZOOM .......................76
DISC BURN ................................13
Disc recorder...............................67
DISP OUTPUT...........................94
DIVIDE........................................64
DOWNLOAD MUSIC ..............48
DROP SENSOR ..........................99
DST SET ......................................97
Dual Rec ......................................35
DVD writer..................................67
G
GENERAL SET...........................98
GPS...............................................39
GUIDEFRAME.....................78, 83
H
HELP function............................12
High altitude ...............................17
HIGHLIGHT PLAYBACK........47
HOME MENU......................12, 13
B
BATTERY INFO.........................69
Battery of the Wireless Remote
Battery pack.................................18
BEACH ......................................104
BEEP.............................................91
BLACK FADER ........................106
BLT-IN ZOOM MIC................106
I
Image quality.........................74, 88
INDOOR ...................................105
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack
.....................................................129
Internal hard disk .....................124
E
Easy Handycam Operation .......24
EDIT.......................................63, 64
J
C
CAMERA DATA ..................89, 90
L
Capturing a photo from a movie
.......................................................60
Charging the battery pack abroad
.............................................. 19, 122
CLOCK/LANG...........................96
CLOCK SET..........................21, 96
CONVERSION LENS..........80, 85
COORDINATES.........................90
LANDSCAPE............................104
LCD BL LEVEL ..........................91
LCD BRIGHT .............................91
LCD COLOR...............................92
LOW LUX....................................35
LP..................................................74
F
FACE DETECTION.......... 86, 114
FACE DET. SETTING ...............86
FACE FUNC. SET ......................86
Face Index....................................46
FH.................................................74
FILE NO.......................................81
M
Maintenance..............................125
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MANUAL dial.............................38
Map Index....................................44
MEDIA INFO .............................72
“Memory Stick”...........................70
“Memory Stick” media.............127
PROTECT ...................................63
T
TELE MACRO..........................102
Tripod.............................................8
Troubleshooting........................108
TV.................................................51
R
REC LAMP..................................98
REC MODE.................................74
Recording ..............................24, 30
Recording and playback time
.....................................................119
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media
........................................ 70, 71, 124
Recording media.........................70
Menus...........................................12
Mirror mode ...............................36
Moisture condensation ............131
MOVIE DUB ..............................61
MOVIE MEDIA SET .................70
Movies............................. 26, 30, 41
MOVIE SETTINGS ...................74
MPEG2 ......................................124
Recording time of movies/
number of recordable photos
.....................................................119
REDEYE REDUC.................79, 84
REMAINING SET......................78
REMOTE CTRL .........................99
Repair.........................................108
U
USB cable.....................................67
USB CONNECT.........................67
V
VBR ............................................120
VISUAL INDEX ............ 27, 41, 42
N
S
NightShot.....................................35
NIGHTSHOT LIGHT .........76, 82
NTSC..........................................122
SCENE SELECTION ...... 104, 115
Screen indicators ........................10
Self-diagnosis display/Warning
O
W
SELF-TIMER.............................107
Shooting.................................25, 32
SMILE PRIORITY............. 87, 114
SMILE SENSITIVITY....... 87, 114
SMILE SHUTTER......................87
SNOW........................................104
SOUND/DISP SET.....................91
SPOT FOCUS ...........................102
SPOT METER...........................101
STEADYSHOT .....................77, 83
SUMMERTIME..........................97
SUNRISE&SUNSET.................104
Supplied items.............................15
ONE PUSH ...............................105
OPTION MENU ......... 12, 14, 101
Original........................................61
OTHERS......................................57
OUTDOOR...............................105
WB SHIFT.............................75, 82
WHITE BAL. ............................105
WHITE FADER........................106
Wide angle...................................34
Wireless Remote Commander....9
P
PB zoom.......................................49
PHOTO COPY ...........................62
PHOTO MEDIA SET ................70
Photos ............................. 28, 32, 43
PHOTO SETTINGS...................81
Playing....................................26, 41
Playlist..........................................65
PMB Guide....................................2
PORTRAIT................................104
X
x.v.Color.............................. 77, 130
Y
YOUR LOCATION....................59
Z
Zoom......................................34, 49
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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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