Sony Handycam HDR CX280E User Manual
4-447-514-12(1)  
Table of contents  
Digital HD Video  
Camera Recorder  
Getting started  
Recording/Playback  
Operating Guide  
Saving movies and photos  
with a computer  
Saving images on an external  
media device  
Customizing your camcorder  
Others/Index  
Please also refer to :  
http://www.sony.net/SonyInfo/Support/  
HDR-CX220/CX220E/CX230/CX230E/CX280/CX280E/CX290/CX290E/  
PJ220/PJ220E/PJ230/PJ230E  
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.  
DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE  
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,  
CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE  
INSTRUCTIONS.  
Read these instructions.  
Keep these instructions.  
Heed all warnings.  
Follow all instructions.  
Do not use this apparatus near water.  
Clean only with dry cloth.  
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.  
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including  
amplifiers) that produce heat.  
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two  
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong.  
The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your  
outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.  
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,  
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.  
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.  
Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the  
apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury  
from tip-over.  
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.  
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been  
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects  
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate  
normally, or has been dropped.  
If the shape of the plug does not fit the power outlet, use an attachment plug adaptor of the proper  
configuration for the power outlet.  
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Representative plug of power supply cord of countries/regions around the  
world.  
A Type  
(American  
Type)  
B Type  
BF Type  
B3 Type  
C Type  
SE Type  
O Type  
(British Type) (British Type) (British Type) (CEE Type)  
(CEE Type) (Ocean Type)  
The representative supply voltage and plug type are described in this chart.  
Depend on an area, Different type of plug and supply voltage are used.  
Attention: Power cord meeting demands from each country shall be used.  
For only the United States  
Use a supplied power cord.  
Europe  
Countries/regions  
Austria  
Voltage  
230  
230  
220  
230  
230  
230  
230  
220  
220  
230  
230  
220  
230  
230  
230  
220  
230  
220  
220  
220  
127/230  
230  
230  
240  
Frequency (Hz)  
Plug type  
C
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
Belgium  
Czech  
C
C
Denmark  
Finland  
France  
C
C
C
Germany  
Greece  
C
C
Hungary  
Iceland  
C
C
Ireland  
C/BF  
C
Italy  
Luxemburg  
Netherlands  
Norway  
Poland  
C
C
C
C
Portugal  
Romania  
Russia  
Slovak  
Spain  
Sweden  
Switzerland  
UK  
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
BF  
Asia  
Countries/regions  
Voltage  
Frequency (Hz)  
Plug type  
China  
220  
200/220  
230/240  
127/230  
100  
50  
A
BF  
C
Hong Kong  
India  
50  
50  
Indonesia  
Japan  
50  
C
50/60  
60  
A
Korea (rep)  
Malaysia  
Philippines  
Singapore  
Taiwan  
220  
240  
C
50  
BF  
A/C  
BF  
A
220/230  
230  
60  
50  
110  
60  
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Countries/regions  
Thailand  
Vietnam  
Voltage  
220  
220  
Frequency (Hz)  
Plug type  
C/BF  
A/C  
50  
50  
Oceania  
Countries/regions  
Australia  
New Zealand  
Voltage  
240  
230/240  
Frequency (Hz)  
Plug type  
O
O
50  
50  
North America  
Countries/regions  
Canada  
USA  
Voltage  
120  
120  
Frequency (Hz)  
Plug type  
A
A
60  
60  
Central America  
Countries/regions  
Bahamas  
Voltage  
120/240  
110  
Frequency (Hz)  
Plug type  
60  
60  
60  
60  
60  
60  
60  
50  
60  
60  
60  
A
A
Costa Rica  
Cuba  
110/220  
110  
A/C  
A
Dominican (rep)  
El Salvador  
Guatemala  
Honduras  
Jamaica  
Mexico  
Nicaragua  
Panama  
110  
A
120  
A
110  
A
110  
A
120/127  
120/240  
110/220  
A
A
A
South America  
Countries/regions  
Voltage  
Frequency (Hz)  
Plug type  
Argentina  
220  
127/220  
220  
50  
60  
50  
60  
60  
60  
C/BF/O  
A/C  
C
A
A/C  
A
Brazil  
Chile  
Colombia  
Peru  
120  
220  
Venezuela  
120  
Middle East  
Countries/regions  
Voltage  
Frequency (Hz)  
Plug type  
Iran  
220  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
C/BF  
C/BF  
C
Iraq  
220  
Israel  
230  
Saudi Arabia  
Turkey  
UAE  
127/220  
220  
A/C/BF  
C
240  
C/BF  
Africa  
Countries/regions  
Algeria  
Voltage  
127/220  
220  
Frequency (Hz)  
Plug type  
C
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
50  
Congo (dem)  
Egypt  
C
220  
C
C
C/BF  
C/BF  
C/BF  
C/BF  
C
Ethiopia  
Kenya  
Nigeria  
South Africa  
Tanzania  
Tunisia  
220  
240  
230  
220/230  
230  
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220  
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Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC  
power source (mains) is still supplied to  
it while connected to the wall outlet (wall  
socket) via the AC Adaptor.  
CAUTION  
Battery pack  
If the battery pack is mishandled, the  
battery pack can burst, cause a fire or even  
chemical burns. Observe the following  
cautions.  
Note on the power cord (mains lead)  
The power cord (mains lead) is designed  
specifically for use with this camcorder  
only, and should not be used with other  
electrical equipment.  
Do not disassemble.  
Do not crush and do not expose the battery  
pack to any shock or force such as hammering,  
dropping or stepping on it.  
For customers in the U.S.A. and CANADA  
Do not short circuit and do not allow metal  
objects to come into contact with the battery  
terminals.  
Do not expose to high temperature above 60°C  
(140°F) such as in direct sunlight or in a car  
parked in the sun.  
Do not incinerate or dispose of in fire.  
Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion  
batteries.  
Be sure to charge the battery pack using a  
genuine Sony battery charger or a device that  
can charge the battery pack.  
Keep the battery pack out of the reach of small  
children.  
Keep the battery pack dry.  
Replace only with the same or equivalent type  
recommended by Sony.  
RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES  
Lithium-Ion batteries are  
recyclable.  
You can help preserve our  
environment by returning  
your used rechargeable  
batteries to the collection and  
recycling location nearest you.  
For more information  
regarding recycling of  
rechargeable batteries, call  
toll free  
1-800-822- 8837, or visit  
http://www.rbrc.org/  
Dispose of used battery packs promptly as  
described in the instructions.  
Caution: Do not handle damaged or  
leaking Lithium-Ion batteries.  
Replace the battery with the specified type  
only. Otherwise, fire or injury may result.  
Battery pack  
This device complies with Part 15 of the  
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the  
following two conditions:  
(1) This device may not cause harmful  
interference, and (2) this device must  
accept any interference received, including  
interference that may cause undesired  
operation.  
AC Adaptor  
Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a  
narrow space, such as between a wall and  
furniture.  
Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket)  
when using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect  
the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall  
socket) immediately if any malfunction  
occurs while using your camcorder.  
This Class B digital apparatus complies  
with Canadian ICES-003.  
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For Customers in the U.S.A.  
Declaration of Conformity  
Trade Name: SONY  
UL is an internationally recognized safety  
organization.  
The UL Mark on the product means it has  
been UL Listed.  
Model No.: HDR-CX230  
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.  
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego,  
CA 92127 U.S.A.  
Telephone No.: 858-942-2230  
If you have any questions about this  
product, you may call:  
This device complies with Part 15 of the  
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the  
following two conditions: (1) This device  
may not cause harmful interference,  
and (2) this device must accept any  
interference received, including  
interference that may cause undesired  
operation.  
Sony Customer Information Center  
1-800-222-SONY (7669)  
The number below is for the FCC related  
matters only.  
Regulatory Information  
Declaration of Conformity  
Trade Name: SONY  
Model No.: HDR-CX220  
Declaration of Conformity  
Trade Name: SONY  
Model No.: HDR-PJ230  
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.  
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego,  
CA 92127 U.S.A.  
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.  
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego,  
CA 92127 U.S.A.  
Telephone No.: 858-942-2230  
Telephone No.: 858-942-2230  
This device complies with Part 15 of the  
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the  
following two conditions: (1) This device  
may not cause harmful interference,  
and (2) this device must accept any  
interference received, including  
interference that may cause undesired  
operation.  
This device complies with Part 15 of the  
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the  
following two conditions: (1) This device  
may not cause harmful interference,  
and (2) this device must accept any  
interference received, including  
interference that may cause undesired  
operation.  
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the  
equipment and receiver.  
Connect the equipment into an outlet on  
a circuit different from that to which the  
receiver is connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/  
TV technician for help.  
Declaration of Conformity  
Trade Name: SONY  
Model No.: HDR-CX290  
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.  
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego,  
CA 92127 U.S.A.  
Telephone No.: 858-942-2230  
The supplied interface cable must be used  
with the equipment in order to comply with  
the limits for a digital device pursuant to  
Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.  
This device complies with Part 15 of the  
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the  
following two conditions: (1) This device  
may not cause harmful interference,  
and (2) this device must accept any  
interference received, including  
interference that may cause undesired  
operation.  
FOR CUSTOMERS IN EUROPE  
Notice for the customers in the  
countries applying EU Directives  
This product has been manufactured by  
or on behalf of Sony Corporation, 1-7-1  
Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan.  
Inquiries related to product compliance  
based on European Union legislation  
shall be addressed to the authorized  
representative, Sony Deutschland GmbH,  
Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart,  
Germany. For any service or guarantee  
matters, please refer to the addresses  
provided in the separate service or  
guarantee documents.  
CAUTION  
You are cautioned that any changes or  
modifications not expressly approved in  
this manual could void your authority to  
operate this equipment.  
Note  
This equipment has been tested and found  
to comply with the limits for a Class B  
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the  
FCC Rules.  
This product has been tested and found  
compliant with the limits set out in the  
EMC regulation for using connection cables  
shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet).  
These limits are designed to provide  
reasonable protection against harmful  
interference in a residential installation.  
This equipment generates, uses, and  
can radiate radio frequency energy and,  
if not installed and used in accordance  
with the instructions, may cause harmful  
interference to radio communications.  
However, there is no guarantee that  
interference will not occur in a particular  
installation. If this equipment does cause  
harmful interference to radio or television  
reception, which can be determined by  
turning the equipment off and on, the  
user is encouraged to try to correct the  
interference by one or more of the following  
measures:  
Attention  
The electromagnetic fields at the specific  
frequencies may influence the picture and  
sound of this unit.  
Notice  
If static electricity or electromagnetism  
causes data transfer to discontinue midway  
(fail), restart the application or disconnect  
and connect the communication cable  
(USB, etc.) again.  
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will help to conserve natural resources.  
In case of products that for safety,  
Disposal of Old Electrical  
& Electronic Equipment  
(Applicable in the European  
Union and other European  
countries with separate  
collection systems)  
performance or data integrity reasons  
require a permanent connection with an  
incorporated battery, this battery should be  
replaced by qualified service staff only.  
To ensure that the battery will be treated  
properly, hand over the product at end-of-  
life to the applicable collection point for  
the recycling of electrical and electronic  
equipment.  
This symbol on the product or on its  
packaging indicates that this product  
shall not be treated as household waste.  
Instead it shall be handed over to the  
applicable collection point for the recycling  
of electrical and electronic equipment.  
By ensuring this product is disposed of  
correctly, you will help prevent potential  
negative consequences for the environment  
and human health, which could otherwise  
be caused by inappropriate waste handling  
of this product. The recycling of materials  
will help to conserve natural resources. For  
more detailed information about recycling  
of this product, please contact your local  
Civic Office, your household waste disposal  
service or the shop where you purchased  
the product.  
For all other batteries, please view the  
section on how to remove the battery from  
the product safely. Hand the battery over  
to the applicable collection point for the  
recycling of waste batteries.  
For more detailed information about  
recycling of this product or battery, please  
contact your local Civic Office, your  
household waste disposal service or the  
shop where you purchased the product.  
Notice for customers in the United  
Kingdom  
Disposal of waste batteries  
(applicable in the European  
Union and other European  
countries with separate  
collection systems)  
A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is  
fitted to this equipment for your safety and  
convenience.  
Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to  
be replaced, a fuse of the same rating as the  
supplied one and approved by ASTA or BSI  
to BS 1362, (i.e., marked with an or  
mark) must be used.  
If the plug supplied with this equipment has  
a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach  
the fuse cover after you change the fuse.  
Never use the plug without the fuse cover.  
If you should lose the fuse cover, please  
contact your nearest Sony service station.  
This symbol on the battery or on the  
packaging indicates that the battery  
provided with this product shall not be  
treated as household waste.  
On certain batteries this symbol might  
be used in combination with a chemical  
symbol. The chemical symbols for mercury  
(Hg) or lead (Pb) are added if the battery  
contains more than 0.0005% mercury or  
0.004% lead.  
By ensuring these batteries are disposed of  
correctly, you will help prevent potentially  
negative consequences for the environment  
and human health which could otherwise  
be caused by inappropriate waste handling  
of the battery. The recycling of the materials  
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removing the battery pack or AC Adaptor  
(models with an AC Adaptor) from the  
camcorder, or applying mechanical shock  
or vibration to the camcorder when the  
POWER/CHG (charge) lamp (p. 19) is lit or  
flashing green or the access lamp (p. 22) is lit  
or flashing  
When the camcorder is connected to other  
devices through a USB connection and the  
power of the camcorder is turned on, do not  
close the LCD panel. The image data that has  
been recorded may be lost.  
For information on your camcorder model,  
see the following page:  
Functions and equipment p.12  
Supplied items p.13  
About language setting  
The on-screen displays in each local language  
are used for illustrating the operating  
procedures. Change the screen language before  
using the camcorder if necessary.  
Use the camcorder in accordance with local  
regulations.  
Select   
[Setup] [ General  
Settings] [Language Setting] a desired  
language.  
LCD Panel  
On recording  
The LCD screen is manufactured using  
extremely high-precision technology, so over  
99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective  
use. However, there may be some tiny black  
points and/or bright points (white, red, blue,  
or green in color) that appear constantly on the  
LCD screen. These points are normal results of  
the manufacturing process and do not affect the  
recording in any way.  
Before starting to record, test the recording  
function to make sure the image and sound are  
recorded without any problems.  
Compensation for the contents of recordings  
cannot be provided, even if recording or  
playback is not possible due to a malfunction of  
the camcorder, recording media, etc.  
TV color systems differ depending on the  
country/region. To view your recordings on  
a TV, you need a TV that supports the signal  
format for your camcorder. For details on the  
signal format, refer to “How to use this manual”  
(p. 12).  
Television programs, films, video tapes,  
and other materials may be copyrighted.  
Unauthorized recording of such materials may  
be contrary to the copyright laws.  
Black points  
White, red, blue or green points  
About this manual, illustrations and  
on-screen displays  
Notes on use  
Do not do any of the following. If any of those  
are done, the recording media may be damaged,  
recorded images may be impossible to play back  
or may be lost, or other malfunctions could  
occur.  
ejecting the memory card when the access  
lamp (p. 22) is lit or flashing  
The example images used in this manual for  
illustration purposes are captured using a  
digital still camera, and therefore may appear  
different from images and screen indicators that  
actually appear on your camcorder. And, the  
illustrations of your camcorder and its screen  
indication are exaggerated or simplified for  
understandability.  
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Design and specifications of your camcorder  
and accessories are subject to change without  
notice.  
and then press the center of the  
selector to complete the selection.  
In this manual, the internal memory (models  
with internal memory) of the camcorder and  
the memory card are called “recording media.”  
In this manual, the DVD disc recorded with  
high definition image quality (HD) is called  
AVCHD recording disc.  
Illustrations and screen images in this manual  
are based on HDR-PJ230E unless otherwise  
specified.  
Supplied Items  
The numbers in ( ) indicate the supplied  
quantity.  
Learning more about the  
camcorder (“Handycam”User  
Guide)  
Camcorder (1)  
HDMI cable (1)  
“Handycam” User Guide is an on-line  
manual. Refer to it for in-depth instructions  
on the many functions of the camcorder.  
USB connection support cable (1)  
The USB connection support cable is  
designed for use with this camcorder only.  
Use this cable when the Built-in USB Cable of  
the camcorder is too short for connection.  
Access the Sony support page.  
1
http://www.sony.net/SonyInfo/  
Support/  
Rechargeable battery pack NP-FVꢁ0 (1)  
Select your country or region.  
“Operating Guide”(This manual) (1)  
2
Only for HDR-CX280/CX280E/CX290/  
CX290E/PJ220/PJ220E/PJ230/PJ230E  
Search for the model name  
of your camcorder within the  
support page.  
3
AC Adaptor (1)  
Power cord (Mains lead) (1)  
Check the model name on the bottom of  
your camcorder.  
Notes  
The “PlayMemories Home” software and  
“PlayMemories Home Help Guide” can be  
downloaded from the Sony website (p. 32).  
Selecting items on the LCD  
screen  
Move the multi-selector towards  
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How to use this manual  
In this manual, the differences in the specifications for each model are described  
together.  
If you find the description “Models with ...” like below, confirm in this chapter whether the  
description applies to your camcorder.  
(Models with a projector)  
(Models with the NTSC color system)  
To confirm the model name of your camcorder  
See the bottom of your camcorder.  
Model name (HDR-xxx)  
Differences in functions  
Recording media  
Internal  
USB  
connection  
Model name  
Signal format  
SteadyShot  
memory +  
Memory card  
Memory card  
HDR-CX220/  
PJ220  
NTSC  
Input/Output  
Electronic  
HDR-CX220E/  
PJ220E  
HDR-CX230/  
PJ230  
HDR-CX230E/  
PJ230E  
PAL  
NTSC  
PAL  
Output only  
Input/Output  
Output only  
Electronic  
Electronic  
Electronic  
HDR-CX280  
HDR-CX280E  
HDR-CX290  
HDR-CX290E  
NTSC  
PAL  
Input/Output  
Output only  
Input/Output  
Output only  
Optical  
Optical  
Optical  
Optical  
NTSC  
PAL  
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Differences in equipment  
Illustration used in this manual are based on HDR-PJ230E.  
Model name  
Projector  
HDR-CX220/CX220E/CX230/CX230E/CX280/  
CX280E/CX290/CX290E  
HDR-PJ220/PJ220E/PJ230/PJ230E  
Differences in supplied items  
Model name  
AC Adaptor  
Power Cord (Mains lead)  
HDR-CX220/CX220E/CX230/CX230E  
HDR-CX280/CX280E/CX290/CX290E/  
PJ220/PJ220E/PJ230/PJ230E  
Notes  
For the following items, the descriptions are explained with the model name.  
Safety Regulation (p. 2)  
Parts and controls (p. 16)  
Menu lists (p. 37)  
Specifications (p. 46)  
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Table of contents  
Read this first.. . . . . . . . . . . ................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2  
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.......................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3  
Learning more about the camcorder (“Handycam”User Guide).. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11  
Selecting items on the LCD screen............................ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11  
Supplied Items.................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11  
How to use this manual................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12  
Differences in functions......................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12  
Differences in equipment....................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13  
Differences in supplied items.................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13  
Parts and controls.. . . . . . .................................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16  
Getting started  
Charging the battery pack............................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18  
Attaching/Removing the battery pack....................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18  
Charging the battery using the AC Adaptor (Models with an AC  
Adaptor).. . . . . . . . ................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19  
Charging the battery using your computer................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19  
Setting.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .................................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21  
Preparing your camcorder...................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21  
Changing the recording media (Models with internal memory).. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21  
Inserting a memory card ...................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22  
Recording/Playback  
Recording.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .................................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24  
Zooming.. . . . . . . . ................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25  
Playback.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .................................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26  
Playing images on a TV.................................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28  
Using the built-in projector (Models with a projector)............. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29  
Saving movies and photos with a computer  
Playing images on a computer......................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31  
What you can do with “PlayMemories Home”software (Windows).. . . . . . . . . . 31  
Software for Mac.................................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31  
Preparing a computer (Windows)...................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32  
Checking the computer system............................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32  
Installing the “PlayMemories Home”software in your computer.. . . . . . . . . . . . . 32  
Starting the “PlayMemories Home”software........................ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33  
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Saving images on an external media device  
Creating a standard definition image quality (STD) disc with a recorder.. . . . . . . . . . . . . 34  
Saving images on an external media device with high definition (HD) image quality  
(Models with an AC Adaptor).......................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35  
Customizing your camcorder  
Using menus.. . . . . . . . . . .................................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36  
Menu lists.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . ................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37  
Others/Index  
Troubleshooting.. . . . . ................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40  
Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators......................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41  
About handling of your camcorder.................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42  
Specifications.. . . . . . . . . .................................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46  
Screen indicators.. . . . . ................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49  
Index.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .................................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51  
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Parts and controls  
Figures in ( ) are reference pages.  
LCD screen (21)  
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.  
Multi selector (11)  
(View Images) button  
PROJECTOR FOCUS lever (29)  
Projector lens (29)  
HDR-CX220/CX220E/CX230/CX230E/  
CX280/CX280E/CX290/CX290E  
Lens (Carl Zeiss lens)  
LENS COVER switch  
Built-in microphones  
HDR-PJ220/PJ220E/PJ230/PJ230E  
HDR-PJ220/PJ220E/PJ230/PJ230E  
Speaker  
PROJECTOR button (29)  
HDMI OUT jack (28)  
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To fasten the grip belt  
Power zoom lever (25)  
PHOTO button (24)  
POWER/CHG (charge) lamp (19)  
Battery pack (18)  
START/STOP button (24)  
DC IN jack (19)  
Multi/Micro USB Terminal  
Supports Micro USB compatible devices.  
Grip belt  
Built-in USB Cable (19)  
Memory card access lamp (22)  
While the lamp is lit or flashing, the  
camcorder is reading or writing data.  
Tripod receptacle  
Attach a tripod (sold separately: the length of  
the screw must be less than 5.5 mm (7/32 in.)).  
Depending on the specifications of the tripod,  
your camcorder may not attach in the proper  
direction.  
Memory card slot (22)  
BATT (battery) release lever (18)  
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Getting started  
Charging the battery pack  
For information on your camcorder model, see the following page:  
Functions and equipment p.12  
Supplied items p.13  
Attaching/Removing the battery pack  
Close the LCD screen and attach the  
battery pack.  
Align the indentation on the camcorder and  
projection on the battery pack, then slide the  
battery pack upwards.  
To remove the battery pack, close the LCD  
screen, then slide the BATT (battery) release  
lever and remove the battery pack.  
Battery pack  
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Charging the battery using the AC Adaptor (Models with an AC Adaptor)  
Connect the AC Adaptor () and the  
power cord (mains lead) () to your  
camcorder and the wall outlet (wall  
socket).  
The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp turns orange.  
The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp turns off  
when the battery pack is fully charged.  
To the wall outlet  
(wall socket)  
DC plug  
Align the mark on the DC  
plug with that on the DC IN jack  
POWER/CHG  
(charge) lamp  
DC IN jack  
Charging the battery using your computer  
Connect the camcorder to a running  
computer using the Built-in USB  
Cable.  
The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp turns orange.  
The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp turns off  
when the battery is fully charged.  
Use the USB connection support cable when the  
Built-in USB Cable is too short for connection.  
To the wall outlet  
Built-in USB Cable  
(wall socket)  
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To charge the battery using an AC-UD10 USB charger/AC Adaptor (sold  
separately)  
You can charge the battery by connecting the Built-in USB Cable to a wall outlet (wall socket)  
using an AC-UD10 USB charger/AC Adaptor (sold separately). You cannot use a Sony CP-  
AH2R, CP-AL, or AC-UP100 portable power supply device (sold separately) to charge the  
camcorder.  
Notes  
In the default setting, the power turns off automatically if you leave your camcorder without any  
operation for about 2 minutes, to save battery power ([Power Save], p. 39).  
Charging time  
Approximate time (min.) required when you fully charge a fully discharged NP-FV30 battery  
pack (supplied).  
When using the AC Adaptor (models with an AC Adaptor): 115 min.  
When using your computer connected with the Built-in USB Cable*: 150 min.  
The charging times shown above are measured when charging the camcorder at a room  
temperature of 25 °C (77 °F). It is recommended that you charge the battery in a temperature  
range of 10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F).  
* The charging times are measured without using the USB connection support cable.  
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Setting  
For information on your camcorder model, see the following page:  
Functions and equipment p.12  
Supplied items p.13  
Preparing your camcorder  
Open the LCD screen of your  
camcorder and turn the power  
on.  
1
To turn off the power, close the LCD  
screen.  
Select the desired language, the  
geographical area, and the time  
using the multi-selector.  
2
To turn off the beep sound  
Select  
[Setup] [ General Settings] [Beep] [Off].  
Notes  
The recording date and time are recorded automatically on the recording media. They are not displayed  
during recording. However, you can check them as [Data Code] during playback. To display them, select  
[Setup] [  
Playback Settings] [Data Code] [Date/Time].  
Changing the recording media (Models with internal memory)  
In the default setting, movies and photos are recorded on the internal memory. You can  
change the recording media to a memory card.  
Select  
[Setup] [  
Media Settings] [Media Select] the desired medium.  
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Inserting a memory card  
Open the cover, and insert the memory card  
until it clicks.  
Access lamp  
To eject the memory card, lightly push the  
memory card in once.  
Insert the card with the notched corner in  
the direction as illustrated.  
Notes  
To ensure stable operation of the memory card, it is recommended to format the memory card with your  
camcorder before the first use (p. 38). Formatting the memory card will erase all the data stored on it and  
the data will be irrecoverable. Save your important data on your PC, etc.  
Confirm the direction of the memory card. If you forcibly insert the memory card in the wrong direction,  
the memory card, memory card slot, or image data may be damaged.  
When inserting or ejecting the memory card, be careful so that the memory card does not pop out and  
drop.  
Types of memory card you can use with your camcorder  
SD Speed  
Class  
Capacity  
(operation  
verified)  
Described in this  
manual  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media (Mark2)  
“Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” media  
“Memory Stick XC-HG Duo” media  
SD memory card  
SDHC memory card  
SDXC memory card  
Up to 32 GB  
Up to 64 GB  
“Memory Stick PRO  
Duo” media  
—
Class 4 or  
faster  
Up to 64 GB  
SD card  
Operation with all memory cards is not assured.  
Notes  
A MultiMediaCard cannot be used with this camcorder.  
Movies recorded on “Memory Stick XC-HG Duo” media and SDXC memory cards cannot be imported  
to or played back on computers or AV devices not supporting the exFAT* file system by connecting the  
camcorder to these devices with the USB cable. Confirm in advance that the connecting equipment is  
supporting the exFAT system. If you connect an equipment not supporting the exFAT system and the  
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format screen appears, do not perform the format. All the data recorded will be lost.  
* The exFAT is a file system that is used for the “Memory Stick XC-HG Duo” media and SDXC memory  
cards.  
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Recording/Playback  
Recording  
For information on your camcorder model, see the following page:  
Functions and equipment p.12  
Supplied items p.13  
Open the lens cover.  
1
Open the LCD screen and select  
[MODE] the desired shooting  
2
mode.  
Movie:  
Photo:  
Movie:  
Press START/STOP.  
3
You can record photos during movie  
recording by pressing PHOTO (Dual  
Capture).  
Photo:  
Press PHOTO.  
To display items on the LCD screen  
Items on the LCD screen disappear if you do not operate the camcorder for a few seconds  
after you turn the camcorder on or switch between the movie recording and photo shooting  
modes.  
You can display the icons and indicators by pressing the multi-selector if they are not shown.  
STBY  
STBY  
2h 25m  
00:00:00  
>9999  
14h 48m  
60i  
:
16 9  
L
8.9M  
MODE  
AUTO  
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Notes  
The following states will be indicated if data is still being written onto the recording media after  
recording has finished. During this time, do not apply shock or vibration to the camcorder, or remove the  
battery or AC Adaptor.  
Access lamp (p. 22) is lit or flashing  
The media icon in the upper right of the LCD screen is flashing  
Zooming  
Move the power zoom lever to  
magnify or reduce the size of the  
image.  
W (Wide angle): Wider range of view  
T (Telephoto): Close view  
In the default setting, you can magnify images up  
to the following:  
27 times optical zoom (models with electronic  
SteadyShot)  
50 times extended zoom (models with optical  
SteadyShot)  
Move the power zoom lever slightly for a slower  
zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom.  
To magnify images further (Extended Zoom) (Models with electronic  
SteadyShot)  
Set [  
SteadyShot] to [Standard] or [Off] (p. 37).  
You can magnify images up to 32 times the original size by extending the wide angle.  
To select the suitable setting automatically for the recording situation  
(Intelligent Auto)  
Select  
[On]   
on the recording screen of movies or photos, then point your camcorder  
at the subject and record it.  
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Playback  
For information on your camcorder model, see the following page:  
Functions and equipment p.12  
Supplied items p.13  
You can search for recorded images by date and time of recording (Event View).  
Open the LCD screen and press  
1
the  
button on the camcorder  
to enter the playback mode.  
You can enter the playback mode by  
selecting  
on the LCD screen.  
Select  
/
to move the desired  
2
event to the center () and then  
select it ().  
The camcorder displays recorded images as  
an event automatically, based on the date  
and time.  
Select the image.  
3
4
The camcorder plays from the selected  
image to the last image in the event.  
Select the appropriate buttons  
on the LCD screen for various  
playback operations.  
Volume  
Delete  
Context  
Stop  
Previous/Next  
/
/
/
Fast-reverse/fast-forward  
Play/Pause  
Start/stop slide show  
Some buttons described above may not appear, depending on the image being played back.  
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As you repeat selecting  
10 times about 30 times about 60 times.  
Select during pause to play movies slowly.  
/
during playback, movies are played as fast as about 5 times about  
/
To repeat Slideshow, select  
button.  
[Slideshow Set] when  
is selected with the Switch Image Type  
Notes  
To prevent your image data from being lost, save all your recorded images on external media periodically.  
(p. 35)  
In the default setting, a protected demonstration movie is pre-recorded (HDR-PJ230/PJ230E).  
To play back images with other devices  
You may not be able to play back with other devices images that were recorded on your camcorder  
normally. Also, you may not be able to play back images recorded on other devices with your camcorder.  
Standard definition image quality (STD) movies recorded on SD memory cards cannot be played on AV  
equipment of other manufacturers.  
To delete images  
Select on the playback screen of movies or photos.  
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Playing images on a  
TV  
For information on your camcorder model,  
see the following page:  
Functions and equipment p.12  
Supplied items p.13  
Play a movie or a photo on the  
camcorder (p. 26).  
3
Notes  
Connection methods and the image quality  
viewed on the TV screen differ depending  
on what type of TV is connected, and the  
connectors used.  
Refer to the instruction manuals of the TV as  
well.  
You should use the AC Adaptor as the power  
source (models with an AC Adaptor) (p. 19).  
If the TV does not have the HDMI input  
jack, use an AV Cable (sold separately) for  
connection.  
When movies are recorded with standard  
definition image quality (STD), they are played  
back in standard definition image quality (STD)  
even on a high definition TV.  
When you play back standard definition image  
quality (STD) movies on a 4:3 TV that is not  
High  
definition  
Standard  
definition  
Yellow  
White  
compatible with the 16:9 signal, set [  
Wide  
Mode] to [4:3] to record movies with 4:3 aspect  
ratio.  
If you connect your camcorder to the TV using  
more than one type of cable to output images,  
HDMI output takes priority.  
Red  
AV Cable  
HDMI  
Cable  
(sold  
separately)  
(supplied)  
On “Photo TV HD”  
This camcorder is compatible with the  
“Photo TV HD” standard. “Photo TV  
HD” allows for highly-detailed, photo-like  
depiction of subtle textures and colors.  
By connecting Sony’s Photo TV HD-  
compatible devices using an HDMI cable*,  
a whole new world of photos can be  
enjoyed in breathtaking HD quality.  
* The TV will automatically switch to the  
appropriate mode when displaying photos.  
Signal flow  
Switch the input on the TV to the  
connected jack.  
1
2
Connect the camcorder to a TV.  
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Using the built-in  
projector (Models with a  
projector)  
Adjust the focus of the projected  
image using the PROJECTOR  
FOCUS lever.  
3
4
For information on your camcorder model,  
see the following page:  
Functions and equipment p.12  
Supplied items p.13  
You can use a flat surface such as a wall as  
a screen to view recorded images using the  
built-in projector.  
Move the selection frame using  
the power zoom lever, then press  
PHOTO.  
Zoom lever  
Face the projector lens towards a  
surface, such as a wall, and then  
press PROJECTOR.  
1
PHOTO button  
You can also use the multi-selector for the  
operations above while projecting images.  
To turn off the projector, press  
PROJECTOR.  
When the operating guide  
screen appears, select [Project].  
2
Notes  
The LCD screen turns off while projecting  
images.  
Be careful of the following operations or  
situations while using the projector.  
Make sure not to project images towards the  
eyes.  
Make sure not to touch the projector lens.  
The LCD screen and the projector lens  
become hot while in use.  
Using the projector shortens battery  
life (using the supplied AC Adaptor is  
recommended).  
This screen appears the first time you use  
the built-in projector after the camcorder  
is turned on.  
The following operations are unavailable while  
you are using the projector.  
Output of Highlight Playback to a device such  
as a TV  
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Operation of the camcorder with the LCD  
screen closed  
Several other functions  
When the projected images contain a lot of  
black, faint color unevenness may appear. This  
is caused by light reflection in the projector lens  
and is not a malfunction.  
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Saving movies and photos with a computer  
Playing images on a computer  
The “PlayMemories Home” software allows you to import movies and still images to your  
computer to use them in a variety of ways.  
What you can do with “PlayMemories Home”software (Windows)  
View images in  
a calendar  
Upload to online services  
Import images from  
the camcorder  
Create a disc  
Share images in  
“PlayMemories Online”  
“PlayMemories Home” can be downloaded from the following URL.  
www.sony.net/pm  
Notes  
An Internet connection is required to install “PlayMemories Home.”  
An Internet connection is required to use “PlayMemories Online” and other online services. The services  
may not be available in some countries/regions.  
Software for Mac  
The “PlayMemories Home” software is not supported with Mac computers. To import images  
from the camcorder to your Mac and play them, use the appropriate software on your Mac.  
For details, visit the following URL.  
http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/  
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Preparing a computer  
(Windows)  
Installing the “PlayMemories  
Home”software in your  
computer  
Checking the computer system  
OS*1  
Microsoft Windows XP SP3*2/Windows Vista  
SP2*3/Windows 7 SP1/Windows 8  
Access the following download  
1
CPU*4  
site using an Internet browser on  
your computer, then click [Install]  
[Run].  
Intel Core Duo 1.66 GHz or faster, or Intel  
Core 2 Duo 1.66 GHz or faster (Intel Core  
2 Duo 2.26 GHz or faster is required when  
processing FX or FH movies, and Intel Core  
2 Duo 2.40 GHz or faster is required when  
processing PS movies.)  
www.sony.net/pm  
Install according to the on-screen  
instructions.  
2
Memory  
Windows XP: 512 MB or more (1 GB or  
more is recommended)  
When the on-screen instructions  
prompting you to connect the camcorder  
to a computer appear, connect the  
camcorder to your computer with the  
built-in USB Cable.  
Windows Vista/ Windows 7/Windows 8:  
1 GB or more  
Hard disk  
Disk volume required for installation:  
Approximately 500 MB  
Display  
Minimum 1,024 × 768 dots  
*1 Standard installation is required. Operation is  
not assured if the OS has been upgraded or in a  
multi-boot environment.  
*2 64-bit editions and Starter (Edition) are not  
supported. Windows Image Mastering API  
(IMAPI) Ver.2.0 or newer is required to use disc  
creation function, etc.  
Built-in USB Cable  
*3 Starter (Edition) is not supported.  
*4 Faster processor is recommended.  
When the installation completes,  
“PlayMemories Home” starts up.  
Notes  
Operation with all computer environments is  
not assured.  
Notes on installation  
If the “PlayMemories Home” software is  
already installed on your computer, connect the  
camcorder to your computer. Functions that  
can be used with this camcorder will then be  
available.  
If the “PMB (Picture Motion Browser)”  
software is installed on your computer, it will  
be overwritten by the “PlayMemories Home”  
software. In this case, you cannot use some  
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Starting the  
“PlayMemories  
Home”software  
functions that were available with “PMB” with  
this “PlayMemories Home” software.  
Double-click the “PlayMemories  
Home”icon on the computer  
screen.  
1
To disconnect your camcorder from  
the computer  
1
Click the  
icon at the bottom right of  
the desktop of the computer [Safely  
remove USB Mass Storage Device].  
When using Windows 8, select the  
“PlayMemories Home” icon from the start  
screen.  
2
3
Select  
screen.  
[Yes] on the camcorder  
Disconnect the USB cable.  
Double-click the “PlayMemories  
2
Home Help Guide”short-cut  
icon on the computer screen to  
see how to use “PlayMemories  
Home.”  
If you are using Windows 7 or Windows 8, click  
, then click  
.
Notes  
When you access the camcorder from the  
computer, use the “PlayMemories Home”  
software. Operation is not guaranteed if you  
operate the data using software other than  
the “PlayMemories Home” software or you  
directly manipulate files and the folders from  
a computer.  
Images cannot be saved to some discs  
depending on the configuration selected in  
[
REC Mode]. Movies recorded in [60p  
Quality ](models with the NTSC color  
system) / [50p Quality ](models with the  
When using Windows 8, select  
[PlayMemories Home Help Guide] from  
the help menu of “PlayMemories Home.”  
If the icon is not displayed on the  
computer screen, click [Start] [All  
Programs] [PlayMemories Home]   
the desired item.  
For details on “PlayMemories Home,”  
select (“PlayMemories Home Help  
Guide”) on the software or visit the  
“PlayMemories Home” support page  
(http://www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/).  
PAL color system) or [Highest Quality  
mode can only be saved to a Blu-ray disc.  
You cannot create a disc with movies recorded  
in [ MP4] mode.  
The camcorder automatically divides an image  
file that exceeds 2 GB and saves the parts as  
separate files. All image files may be shown as  
separate files on a computer, however, the files  
will be handled properly by the import function  
and the playback function of the camcorder or  
the “PlayMemories Home” software.  
]
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Saving images on an external media device  
Creating a standard  
definition image  
quality (STD) disc  
with a recorder  
For information on your camcorder model,  
see the following page:  
Functions and equipment p.12  
Supplied items p.13  
Connect your camcorder to a disc recorder  
with an AV Cable (sold separately). You  
can copy images played back on your  
camcorder on a disc or video cassette.  
AV Cable  
(sold separately)  
Notes  
You should connect your camcorder to the wall  
outlet (wall socket) using the AC Adaptor when  
performing this operation (models with an AC  
Adaptor) (p. 19).  
Red  
White  
Yellow  
Refer to the instruction manual supplied with  
the device connected.  
You cannot copy images to recorders connected  
with an HDMI cable.  
Since copying is performed via analog data  
transfer, the image quality may deteriorate.  
High definition image quality (HD) movies  
will be copied with standard definition image  
quality (STD).  
When you connect a monaural device, connect  
the yellow plug of an AV Cable (sold separately)  
to the video input jack, and the white (left  
channel) or the red (right channel) plug to the  
audio input jack on the device.  
Signal flow  
Connect your camcorder to the input jacks  
of the recording device.  
Start playback on your  
camcorder, and record it on the  
recording device.  
3
Insert the recording medium  
in the recording device (a disc  
recorder, etc.).  
When dubbing is finished, stop  
the recording device, and then  
your camcorder.  
1
4
If your recording device has an input  
selector, set it to the input mode.  
Copying date and time information: [Data  
Code] (p. 38)  
Using 4:3 screen size display device: [TV Type]  
(p. 38)  
Connect your camcorder to the  
recording device with an AV  
Cable (sold separately).  
2
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Saving images on  
an external media  
device with high  
definition (HD) image  
quality (Models with an  
AC Adaptor)  
Connect your camcorder and  
the external media device using  
the USB Adaptor Cable (sold  
separately).  
1
For information on your camcorder model,  
see the following page:  
Functions and equipment p.12  
Supplied items p.13  
USB Adaptor Cable  
VMC-UAM2  
(sold separately)  
You can save movies and photos on an  
external media device (USB storage  
devices), such as an external hard disk  
drive. The following functions will be  
available after you have saved your images  
on an external media device.  
You can connect your camcorder and the  
external media device, and then play back  
images stored on the external media device.  
You can connect your computer and the  
external media device and import images to  
your computer using the “PlayMemories Home”  
software (p. 33).  
Select [Copy.] on the camcorder  
screen.  
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Notes  
For this operation, you need the USB Adaptor  
Cable VMC-UAM2 (sold separately).  
Connect the AC Adaptor and the power  
cord (mains lead) to the DC IN jack of your  
camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket).  
Refer to the instruction manual supplied with  
the external media device.  
Movies and photos that are stored on the  
recording media, and that have not yet  
been saved on to external media device  
can be saved on the connected media  
device at this time.  
This operation is available only when  
there are newly recorded images in your  
camcorder.  
To disconnect the external media device,  
select  
while the camcorder is in the  
playback standby mode (either Event View  
or Event Index is displayed).  
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Customizing your camcorder  
Using menus  
The camcorder has various menu items  
under each of 6 menu categories.  
To find a menu item quickly  
The [Camera/Mic] and [Setup] menus have  
sub-categories. Select the sub-category icon  
so that the LCD screen displays the list of  
menus in the sub-category selected.  
Shooting Mode  
Camera/Mic  
Image Quality/Size  
Playback Function  
Edit/Copy  
Setup  
Select  
.
Sub-category icons  
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When you cannot select a menu item  
Grayed out menu items or settings are not  
available.  
When you select the grayed out menu item,  
your camcorder displays the reason why  
you cannot select the menu item or the  
instruction of under which condition you  
can set the menu item.  
Select a category.  
MENU  
Shooting Mode  
Camera/Mic  
Image Quality/Size  
Playback Function  
Edit/Copy  
Setup  
Select your desired menu item.  
Shooting Mode  
STBY  
Movie  
Photo  
Edit/Copy  
Delete  
Protect  
Copy  
Scrolls the  
menu items  
up or down  
Direct Copy  
Notes  
Select  
to finish setting the menu or to  
return to the previous menu screen.  
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Menu lists  
Shooting Mode  
Movie .......................................... Records movies.  
Photo........................................... Shoots photos.  
Camera/Mic  
Manual Settings  
White Balance................. Adjusts the color balance to the recording environment.  
Exposure........................... Adjusts the brightness of movies and photos. If you select [Manual], adjust  
the brightness (exposure) using  
/
.
Focus.................................. Adjusts the focus manually. If you select [Manual], select  
to adjust  
the focus for a nearby subject and  
subject.  
to adjust the focus for a distant  
Low Lux............................. Records bright color images in the dim.  
Camera Settings  
Scene Selection ............. Selects an appropriate recording setting according to the type of scene,  
such as night view or beach.  
Fader.......................... Fades scenes in or out.  
Self-Timer................. Sets the self-timer when your camcorder is in photo recording mode.  
Tele Macro........................ Focuses on the subject with its background blurred.  
SteadyShot.............. Sets the SteadyShot function when recording movies.  
SteadyShot*1........... Sets the SteadyShot function when shooting photos.  
Digital Zoom................... Sets the maximum zoom level of the digital zoom.  
Auto Back Light.............. Adjusts the exposure for backlit subjects automatically.  
Face  
Face Detection............... Automatically detects faces.  
Smile Shutter.................. Automatically takes a shot whenever a smile is detected.  
Smile Sensitivity ............ Sets the smile detection sensitivity for the Smile Shutter function.  
Microphone  
Blt-in Zoom Mic ............. Records movies with vivid sound appropriate to the zoom position.  
Wind Noise Reduct....... Reduces the wind noise recorded from the built-in microphone.  
Micref Level..................... Sets the microphone level for recording.  
Shooting Assist  
My Button........................ Assigns functions to My Buttons.  
Grid Line........................... Displays grid lines as a guide to make sure the subject is horizontal or  
vertical.  
Display Setting............... Sets the duration that icons or indicators are displayed on the LCD screen.  
Image Quality/Size  
REC Mode .......................... Sets the mode to record movies.  
Frame Rate ........................ Sets the frame rate to record movies.  
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Setting.... Sets the image quality for recording movies.  
Wide Mode........................ Sets the horizontal to vertical ratio when recording movies with standard  
definition image quality (STD).  
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x.v.Color.............................. Records a wider range of colors. Set this item when you watch images with  
a TV which is compliant with x.v.Color.  
Image Size......................... Sets the photo size.  
Playback Function  
Event View................................. Starts playing images from the Event View display.  
Highlight Movie ...................... Starts playing Highlight Playback scenes or Highlight Scenarios saved with  
standard definition image quality (STD).  
Scenario............................... Starts playing the scenarios that were saved by Highlight Playback.  
Edit/Copy  
Delete.......................................... Deletes movies or photos.  
Protect ........................................ Protects movies or photos to avoid deleting.  
Copy*2 ......................................... Copies images.  
Direct Copy ............................... Copies images stored in the camcorder to some type of external media  
device.  
Setup  
Media Settings  
Media Select*2 ................ Selects the type of recording media (p. 21).  
Media Info........................ Displays information on the recording media.  
Format............................... Deletes and formats all data on the recording media.  
Repair Img. DB F............. Repairs the image database file on the recording media (p. 42).  
File Number..................... Sets how to assign the file number to photos.  
Playback Settings  
Data Code........................ Displays information that was recorded automatically at the time of  
recording.  
Volume.............................. Adjusts the volume of playback sound.  
Download Music*3 ........ Downloads your favorite music files from the computer to your camcorder  
(while the camcorder is connected to the computer) that can be played  
with the Highlight Playback scenes.  
Empty Music*3 ................ Deletes all music files.  
Connection  
TV Type ............................. Converts the signal depending on the TV connected (p. 28).  
HDMI Resolution ........... Selects the output image resolution when connecting your camcorder to a  
TV with the HDMI cable.  
CTRL FOR HDMI ............. Sets whether or not the TV’s Remote Commander is to be used when  
the camcorder is connected to a “BRAVIA” Sync compatible TV with the  
HDMI cable.  
USB Connect................... Select this item when no instructions appear on the LCD screen when you  
connect your camcorder to an external device via USB.  
USB Connect Setting ... Sets the connection mode when the camcorder is connected to a computer  
or a USB device.  
USB LUN Setting............ Sets the camcorder to improve the compatibility of a USB connection by  
restricting some USB functions.  
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General Settings  
Beep................................... Sets whether the camcorder sounds operation beeps or not.  
LCD Brightness .............. Adjusts the brightness of the LCD screen.  
Language Setting ......... Sets the display language (p. 10).  
Battery Info...................... Displays the approximate remaining battery time.  
Power Save...................... Sets the LCD screen and the power so that they turn off automatically.  
Initialize ............................ Initializes all the settings to the default settings.  
Demo Mode.................... Sets playback of the demonstration movie about the functions of the  
camcorder.  
Clock Settings  
Date & Time Setting ..... Sets the date and time.  
Area Setting .................... Adjusts for a time difference without stopping the clock (p. 21).  
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HDR-CX280/CX280E/CX290/CX290E  
HDR-CX230/CX230E/CX290/CX290E/PJ230/PJ230E  
HDR-CX220/CX230/CX280/CX290/PJ220/PJ230  
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Others/Index  
Troubleshooting  
For information on your camcorder model,  
see the following page:  
Functions and equipment p.12  
Supplied items p.13  
The power does not turn on.  
Attach a charged battery pack to the  
camcorder (p. 18).  
The plug of the AC Adaptor (models with an  
AC Adaptor) has been disconnected from the  
wall outlet (wall socket). Connect it to the  
wall outlet (wall socket) (p. 19).  
If you run into any problems using your  
camcorder, follow the steps below.  
Check the list (p. 40 to 42), and  
inspect your camcorder.  
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 (models with an  
AC Adaptor) from the wall outlet (wall socket)  
or remove the battery pack, then reconnect it  
after about 1 minute.  
Disconnect the power source, attach  
the power source again after about  
1 minute, and turn the camcorder  
on.  
Select  
[Setup]   
Your camcorder gets warm.  
[
General Settings] [Initialize].  
If you select [Initialize], all settings,  
including the clock setting, are reset.  
Your camcorder may become warm during  
operation. This is not a malfunction.  
The power abruptly turns off.  
Contact your Sony dealer or local  
Use the AC Adaptor (models with an AC  
Adaptor) (p. 19).  
authorized Sony service facility.  
In the default setting, the camcorder turns  
itself off when no operations are performed for  
about 2 minutes ([Power Save]) (p. 39), or turn  
on the power again.  
You may need to initialize or change the  
current internal memory (models with internal  
memory) of your camcorder depending on the  
problem. If you do so, the data stored on the  
internal memory will be deleted. Be sure to  
save the data on the internal memory on other  
media (backup) before sending your camcorder  
for repair. We will not compensate you for any  
loss of internal memory data.  
Charge the battery pack (p. 18).  
Pressing START/STOP or PHOTO does not  
record images.  
The playback screen is displayed. Stop the  
During repair, we may check a minimum  
amount of data stored on the internal memory  
in order to investigate the problem. However,  
your Sony dealer will neither copy nor retain  
your data.  
See the “Handycam” User Guide (p. 11) for  
details on the symptoms of your camcorder, and  
“PlayMemories Home Help Guide” (p. 33) on  
connecting your camcorder to a computer.  
playback, and select  
[Shooting  
Mode] [ Movie] or [ Photo].  
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. 27).  
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Self-diagnosis  
display/Warning  
indicators  
For information on your camcorder model,  
see the following page:  
Total number of movie scenes or photos  
exceeds the recordable capacity of your  
camcorder. Delete unnecessary images (p. 27).  
“PlayMemories Home”cannot be installed.  
Functions and equipment p.12  
Supplied items p.13  
An Internet connection is required to install  
“PlayMemories Home.”  
Check the computer environment or  
installation procedure required to install  
“PlayMemories Home.”  
If indicators appear on the LCD screen,  
check the following.  
If the problem persists even after you  
have tried to fix a couple of times, contact  
your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony  
service facility. In this case, when you  
contact them, give them all the numbers of  
the error code beginning with C or E.  
You may hear a melody when some  
warning indicators appear on the screen.  
“PlayMemories Home”does not work  
correctly.  
Quit “PlayMemories Home” and restart your  
computer.  
The camcorder is not recognized by the  
computer.  
Disconnect all USB devices from the USB jack  
of your computer except the keyboard, mouse,  
and your camcorder.  
Disconnect the Built-in USB Cable from the  
computer, and restart the computer, then  
connect the computer and your camcorder  
again in the correct order.  
When both the Built-in USB Cable and the  
USB jack of the camcorder are connected  
to the external devices at the same time,  
disconnect the one that is not connected to a  
computer.  
C:04:  
The battery pack is not an “InfoLITHIUM”  
battery pack (V series). Use an  
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (V series)  
(p. 18).  
Connect the DC plug of the AC Adaptor  
(models with an AC Adaptor) to the DC IN  
jack of your camcorder securely (p. 19).  
C:06:  
The battery pack temperature is high. Change  
the battery pack or place it in a cool place.  
C:13:/ C:32:  
Remove the power source. Reconnect it and  
operate your camcorder again.  
E::  
Follow the steps from on page 40.  
The battery pack is nearly used up.  
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About handling of  
your camcorder  
For information on your camcorder model,  
see the following page:  
Functions and equipment p.12  
Supplied items p.13  
The battery pack temperature is high. Change  
the battery pack or place it in a cool place.  
No memory card is inserted (p. 22).  
When the indicator flashes, there are not  
enough free spaces for recording images.  
Delete unnecessary images (p. 27), or format  
the memory card after storing the images on  
other media (p. 38).  
On use and care  
The camcorder is not dustproofed, dripproofed  
or waterproofed.  
Do not hold the camcorder by the following  
parts, and also do not hold the camcorder by  
the jack covers.  
The image data base file may be damaged.  
Check the data base file by selecting  
[Setup] [ Media Settings] [Repair  
LCD screen  
Battery pack  
Img. DB F.] the recording medium (models  
with internal memory).  
The memory card is damaged.  
Format the memory card with your camcorder  
(p. 38).  
Built-in USB Cable  
Incompatible memory card is inserted (p. 22).  
The memory card is write-protected.  
Access to the memory card was restricted on  
another device.  
Do not aim the camcorder 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.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
The recording medium is full.  
Photos cannot be recorded during processing.  
Wait for a while, then record.  
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Near tuner devices such as TVs or radio.  
Noise may occur.  
On a sandy beach or anywhere dusty. If  
sand or dust gets in your camcorder, it may  
malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction  
cannot be repaired.  
Near windows or outdoors, where the LCD  
screen, or the lens may be exposed to direct  
sunlight. This damages the LCD screen.  
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.  
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.  
Note on the camcorder/battery pack  
temperature  
When the temperature of the camcorder  
or battery pack becomes extremely high or  
extremely low, you may not be able to record  
or play back on the camcorder, due to the  
protection features of the camcorder being  
activated in such situations. In this case, an  
indicator appears on the LCD screen.  
Avoid rough handling, disassembling,  
modifying, physical shock, or impact such  
as hammering, dropping or stepping on the  
product. Be particularly careful with the lens.  
Keep the LCD screen closed when you are not  
using your camcorder.  
Notes on charging through the USB  
cable  
Do not operate your camcorder with it wrapped  
in an object such as a towel.  
When disconnecting the power cord (mains  
lead), pull it by the plug and not the cord  
(models with an AC Adaptor).  
Do not damage the power cord (mains lead)  
such as by placing anything heavy on it (models  
with an AC Adaptor).  
Do not use a deformed or damaged battery  
pack.  
Charging may not be possible with all  
computers.  
If you connect the camcorder to a laptop  
computer that is not connected to a power  
source, the battery of the laptop computer will  
continue to use up its charge. Do not leave the  
camcorder connected to a computer in this  
manner.  
Charging with a personally assembled  
computer, with a converted computer, or  
through a USB hub are not guaranteed.  
The camcorder may not function correctly  
depending on the USB device which is used  
with the computer.  
Keep metal contacts clean.  
If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked:  
Consult your local authorized Sony service  
facility.  
Wash off any liquid that may have contacted  
your skin.  
If any liquid gets in your eyes, wash with  
plenty of water and consult a doctor.  
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When the camcorder is connected to  
a computer or accessories  
LCD screen  
Do not apply excessive pressure on the LCD  
screen, as it may cause uneven color and other  
damage.  
If your camcorder is used in a cold place, a  
residual image may appear on the LCD screen.  
This is not a malfunction.  
While using your camcorder, the back of  
the LCD screen may heat up. This is not a  
malfunction.  
Do not try to format the recording media of the  
camcorder with a computer. If you do so, your  
camcorder may not operate correctly.  
When connecting the camcorder to another  
device with communication cables, be sure to  
insert the connector plug in the correct way.  
Pushing the plug forcibly into the terminal  
will damage the terminal and may result in a  
malfunction of the camcorder.  
When the camcorder is connected to other  
devices through a USB connection and the  
power of the camcorder is turned on, do not  
close the LCD panel. The image data that has  
been recorded may be lost.  
To clean the casing and the projector  
lens (Models with a projector)  
Wipe the casing and the lens gently with a  
soft cloth such as a cleaning cloth or eyeglass  
cleaning cloth.  
If the casing and the projector lens is very dirty,  
clean the camcorder casing and the lens with  
a soft cloth lightly moistened with water, and  
then wipe the casing and the projector lens with  
a dry soft cloth.  
Notes on optional accessories  
We recommend using genuine Sony accessories.  
Genuine Sony accessories may not be available  
in some countries/regions.  
Avoid the following so as not to deform the  
casing, damage the finish or scratch the lens:  
Using chemicals such as thinner, benzine,  
alcohol, chemical cloths, insect repellent,  
insecticide and sunscreen  
Handling the camcorder with the above  
substances on your hands  
On handling the LCD screen  
If you leave fingerprints, hand cream, etc. on  
the LCD screen, the coating of the LCD screen  
will come off easily. Wipe those off as soon as  
possible.  
If you wipe the LCD screen strongly with a  
tissue, etc., the coating of the LCD screen may  
be scratched.  
Leaving the camcorder in contact with rubber  
or vinyl objects for a long period of time  
If the LCD screen becomes dirty with  
fingerprints or dust, it is recommended that you  
gently remove those from the screen then clean  
it with a soft cloth, etc.  
About care and storage of the lens  
Wipe the surface of the lens clean with a soft  
cloth in the following instances:  
When there are fingerprints on the lens  
surface  
In hot or humid locations  
When the lens is exposed to salty air such as  
at the seaside  
Store in a well-ventilated location subject to  
little dirt or dust.  
To prevent mold, periodically clean and store  
the lens as described above.  
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On charging the pre-installed  
rechargeable battery  
Note on disposal/transfer the  
ownership of the camcorder (Models  
with internal memory)  
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 (models with an 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. Charge the pre-installed  
rechargeable battery before you start using  
your camcorder.  
Even if you delete all movies and still  
images, or perform [Format] (p. 38),  
data on the internal memory may not be  
completely erased. It is recommended that  
you select  
[Setup] [  
Media  
Settings] [Format] [Empty] to  
prevent the recovery of your data.  
However, even if the pre-installed  
rechargeable battery is not charged, the  
camcorder operation other than date  
recording will not be affected.  
How to charge the pre-installed  
rechargeable battery  
Connect your camcorder to a wall outlet  
(wall socket) using the AC Adaptor (models  
with an AC Adaptor) or attach the fully  
charged battery pack, and leave it with the  
LCD screen closed for more than 24 hours.  
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Specifications  
Approx. 2 290 000 pixels (HDR-CX280/  
CX280E/CX290/CX290E)  
Effective (photo, 16:9):  
System  
Signal format:  
NTSC color, EIA standards (HDR-CX220/  
CX230/CX280/CX290/PJ220/PJ230)  
PAL color, CCIR standards (HDR-CX220E/  
CX230E/CX280E/CX290E/PJ220E/PJ230E)  
HD TV  
Approx. 2 290 000 pixels  
Effective (photo, 4:3):  
Approx. 1 710 000 pixels  
Lens:  
Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens  
Movie recording format:  
AVCHD (AVCHD format Ver.2.0  
compatible):  
HDR-CX220/CX220E/CX230/CX230E/  
PJ220/PJ220E/PJ230/PJ230E:  
27× (Optical)*5, 32× (Extended, while  
recording movies)*4, 320× (Digital)  
HDR-CX280/CX280E/CX290/CX290E:  
27× (Optical)*4, 50× (Extended, while  
recording movies)*5, 320× (Digital)  
F1.9 ~ F4.0  
Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264  
Audio: Dolby Digital 2ch Dolby Digital Stereo  
Creator*1  
MPEG-2 PS:  
Video: MPEG-2 (Video)  
Audio: Dolby Digital 2ch Dolby Digital Stereo  
Creator*1  
Focal length:  
f= 2.1 mm ~ 57.0 mm (3/32 in. ~ 2 1/4 in.)  
When converted to a 35 mm still camera  
For movies*4:  
MP4:  
Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264  
Audio: MPEG-4 AAC-LC 2ch  
29.8 mm ~ 953.6 mm (1 3/16 in. ~ 37 5/8 in.)  
(16:9) (HDR-CX220/CX220E/CX230/  
CX230E/PJ220/PJ220E/PJ230/PJ230E)  
29.8 mm ~ 804 mm (1 3/16 in. ~ 31 3/4 in.)  
(16:9) (HDR-CX280/CX280E/CX290/  
CX290E)  
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Manufactured under license from Dolby  
Laboratories.  
Photo file format:  
DCF Ver.2.0 Compatible  
Exif Ver.2.3 Compatible  
MPF Baseline Compatible  
For photos: 29.8 mm ~ 804 mm (1 3/16 in. ~  
31 3/4 in.) (16:9)  
Recording media (Movie/Photo):  
Internal memory  
Color temperature: [Auto], [One Push], [Indoor],  
HDR-CX230/CX230E/CX290/CX290E/  
PJ230/PJ230E: 8GB  
[Outdoor]  
Minimum illumination:  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media  
SD card (Class 4 or faster)  
6 lx (lux) (in default setting, shutter speed  
1/30 second (HDR-CX220/CX230/CX280/  
CX290/PJ220/PJ230) or 1/25 second (HDR-  
CX220E/CX230E/CX280E/CX290E/PJ220E/  
PJ230E))  
The capacity that a user can use  
HDR-CX230/CX230E/CX290/CX290E:  
Approx. 7.75 GB*6  
HDR-PJ230/PJ230E: Approx. 7.75 GB*2  
3 lx (lux) ([Low Lux] is set to [On], shutter  
speed 1/30 second (HDR-CX220/CX230/  
CX280/CX290/PJ220/PJ230) or 1/25 second  
(HDR-CX220E/CX230E/CX280E/CX290E/  
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1 GB equals 1 billion bytes, a portion of  
which is used for system management  
and/or application files.  
1 GB equals 1 billion bytes, a portion of  
which is used for system management  
and/or application files. Only pre-  
installed demonstration movie may be  
deleted.  
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PJ220E/PJ230E))  
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The unique image processing system  
of Sony’s BIONZ allows still image  
resolution equivalent to the sizes  
described.  
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Image device:  
3.1 mm (1/5.8 type) CMOS Sensor  
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[
SteadyShot] is set to [Standard] or  
[Off].  
SteadyShot] is set to [Active].  
Recording pixels (photo, 16:9):  
Max. 8.9 mega (3 984 2 240) pixels*3  
Gross: Approx. 2 390 000 pixels  
Effective (movie, 16:9)*4:  
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Input/Output connectors  
HDMI OUT jack: HDMI micro connector  
USB jack: Type A (Built-in USB)  
Multi/Micro USB Terminal*  
Approx. 2 150 000 pixels (HDR-CX220/  
CX220E/CX230/CX230E/PJ220/PJ220E/  
PJ230/PJ230E)  
*
Supports Micro USB compatible devices.  
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USB connection is only for output (HDR-  
CX220E/CX230E/CX280E/CX290E/PJ220E/  
PJ230E).  
58 mm 57 mm 125 mm (2 3/8 in.  
2 1/4 in. 5 in.) (w/h/d) including  
the projecting parts, and the supplied  
rechargeable battery pack attached  
LCD screen  
Mass (approx.)  
Picture: 6.7 cm (2.7 type, aspect ratio 16:9)  
Total number of pixels:  
230 400 (960 240)  
HDR-CX220/CX220E/CX230/CX230E:  
178 g (6.3 oz) main unit only  
222 g (7.8 oz) including the supplied  
rechargeable battery pack  
Projector (HDR-PJ220/PJ220E/PJ230/  
PJ230E)  
Projection type: DLP  
Light source: LED (R/G/B)  
Focus: Manual  
Throw Distance: 0.5 m (1.6 feet) or over  
Contrast ratio: 1500:1  
HDR-CX280/CX280E/CX290/CX290E:  
180 g (6.3 oz) main unit only  
224 g (7.9 oz) including the supplied  
rechargeable battery pack  
HDR-PJ220/PJ220E/PJ230/PJ230E:  
210 g (7.4 oz) main unit only  
254 g (9.0 oz) including the supplied  
rechargeable battery pack  
Resolution (output): nHD (640 360)  
AC Adaptor AC-L200C/AC-L200D (HDR-  
CX280/CX280E/CX290/CX290E/PJ220/  
PJ220E/PJ230/PJ230E)  
Continuous projection time (when using the  
supplied battery pack):  
Approx. 50 min.  
Power requirements: AC 100 V - 240 V,  
General  
50 Hz/60 Hz  
Power requirements: DC 6.8 V/7.2 V (battery  
pack) DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor (HDR-CX280/  
CX280E/CX290/CX290E/PJ220/PJ220E/  
PJ230/PJ230E))  
Current consumption: 0.35 A - 0.18 A  
Power consumption: 18 W  
Output voltage: DC 8.4 V  
Output current: 1.7 A  
USB Charging: DC 5 V 500 mA/1.5 A  
Operating temperature: 0 C to 40 C (32 °F to  
104 °F)  
Average power consumption:  
During camera recording using LCD screen  
at normal brightness:  
Storage temperature: ‒20 C to +60 C (‒4 °F to  
+140 °F)  
HDR-CX220/CX220E/CX230/CX230E  
HD: 2.1 W MP4: 1.9 W STD: 2.0 W  
HDR-CX280/CX280E/CX290/CX290E/  
PJ220/PJ220E/PJ230/PJ230E  
Dimensions (approx.): 48 mm 29 mm   
81 mm (1 15/16 in. 1 3/16 in. 3 1/4 in.)  
(w/h/d) excluding the projecting parts  
HD: 2.2 W MP4: 2.0 W STD: 2.1 W  
Mass (approx.): 150 g (5.3 oz) excluding the  
Operating temperature: 0 C to 40 C (32 °F to  
104 °F)  
power cord (mains lead)  
Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV30  
Maximum output voltage: DC 8.4 V  
Output voltage: DC 7.2 V  
Maximum charge voltage: DC 8.4 V  
Maximum charge current: 2.12 A  
Storage temperature: ‒20 C to +60 C (‒4 °F to  
+140 °F)  
Dimensions (approx.):  
HDR-CX220/CX220E/CX230/CX230E/  
CX280/CX280E/CX290/CX290E:  
52.5 mm 57 mm 117 mm (2 1/8 in.   
2 1/4 in. 4 5/8 in.) (w/h/d) including the  
projecting parts  
Capacity  
Typical: 3.6 Wh (500 mAh)  
Minimum: 3.6 Wh (500 mAh)  
52.5 mm 57 mm 125 mm (2 1/8 in.  
2 1/4 in. 5 in.) (w/h/d) including  
the projecting parts, and the supplied  
rechargeable battery pack attached  
HDR-PJ220/PJ220E/PJ230/PJ230E:  
58 mm 57 mm 117 mm (2 3/8 in.   
2 1/4 in. 4 5/8 in.) (w/h/d) including the  
projecting parts  
Type: Li-ion  
Design and specifications of your camcorder and  
accessories are subject to change without notice.  
GB  
47  
The maximum recording time of movies and  
number of photos that can be recorded, are  
displayed on the screen (p.50).  
Expected running times for the supplied  
battery pack (in minutes)  
These tables show the approximate available  
running times when you use a fully charged  
battery pack.  
The recordable time may vary depending on  
the recording and subject conditions, [  
Mode].  
REC  
HDR-CX220/CX220E/CX230/CX230E  
HDR-  
CX220/  
CX220E  
On trademarks  
“Handycam” and  
HDR-CX230/CX230E  
Recording media  
are  
registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.  
“AVCHD,” “AVCHD Progressive,” “AVCHD”  
logotype and “AVCHD Progressive” logotype  
are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and  
Sony Corporation.  
Internal memory  
Memory card  
Continuous  
95  
95  
recording time  
Typical  
recording time  
Playing time  
45  
45  
“Memory Stick,” “  
,” “Memory Stick Duo,”  
,” “Memory Stick PRO  
,” “Memory  
“
145  
145  
Duo,” “  
Stick PRO-HG Duo,” “  
HDR-CX280/CX280E/CX290/CX290E/PJ220/  
PJ220E/PJ230/PJ230E  
,” “Memory Stick XC-HG Duo,” “  
,” “MagicGate,” “  
HDR-  
,” “MagicGate Memory  
Stick” and “MagicGate Memory Stick Duo” are  
trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony  
Corporation.  
“InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony  
Corporation.  
“x.v.Color” and “x.v.Colour” are trademarks of  
Sony Corporation.  
CX280/  
CX280E/  
PJ220/  
HDR-CX290/CX290E/PJ230/  
PJ230E  
Recording media  
PJ220E  
Internal memory  
Memory card  
Continuous  
recording time  
Typical  
recording time  
90  
90  
“BIONZ” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.  
“BRAVIA” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.  
Blu-ray Discand Blu-rayare trademarks  
of the Blu-ray Disc Association.  
Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks  
of Dolby Laboratories.  
The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition  
Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are  
trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI  
Licensing LLC in the United States and other  
countries.  
Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, and  
DirectX are either registered trademarks or  
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the  
United States and/or other countries.  
Mac 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.  
45  
45  
Playing time  
135  
135  
Each recording time is measured when the  
camcorder is recording high definition image  
quality (HD) movies with [  
to [Standard ].  
Typical recording time shows the time when  
you repeat recording start/stop, switching the  
movie or photo mode, and zooming.  
REC Mode] set  
When using a Sony memory card.  
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, depending on the conditions under  
which you use your camcorder, such as when  
use your camcorder in low temperatures.  
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Screen indicators  
“ ” and “PlayStation” are registered  
trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment  
Inc.  
The following indicators appear when you  
change the settings.  
SDXC logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.  
MultiMediaCard is a trademark of  
MultiMediaCard Association.  
Center  
Left  
Right  
Facebook and the “f” logo are trademarks or  
registered trademarks of Facebook, Inc.  
YouTube and the YouTube logo are trademarks  
or registered trademarks of Google Inc.  
All other product names mentioned herein may  
be the trademarks or registered trademarks of  
their respective companies. Furthermore, and  
are not mentioned in each case in this manual.  
Bottom  
Left  
Add further enjoyment with your PlayStation 3  
by downloading the application for PlayStation 3  
from PlayStation Store (where available.)  
Indicator  
Meaning  
MENU button (36)  
Self-timer recording (37)  
Wide Mode (37)  
The application for PlayStation 3 requires  
PlayStation Network account and application  
download.  
Accessible in areas where the PlayStation Store is  
available.  
Fader (37)  
[Face Detection] set to  
[Off] (37)  
[Smile Shutter] set to [Off]  
(37)  
Manual focus (37)  
Scene Selection (37)  
White Balance (37)  
SteadyShot off (37)  
Tele Macro (37)  
Destination (39)  
Intelligent Auto (face  
detection/scene detection/  
camera-shake detection)  
(25)  
Center  
Indicator  
Meaning  
Slideshow Set  
Warning (41)  
Playback mode (26)  
GB  
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Right  
Indicator  
Meaning  
Recording image quality  
(HD/MP4/STD), frame  
rate (60p/50p/60i/50i),  
recording mode (PS/FX/  
FH/HQ/LP) and movie  
size (37)  
Remaining battery  
Recording/playback/  
editing media (21)  
Counter (hour:minute:  
second)  
Estimated remaining  
recording time  
60i  
720  
60min  
0:00:00  
00min  
Approximate number of  
recordable photos and  
photo size (38)  
9999  
8.9M  
Playback folder  
100/112  
Current playing movie or  
photo/Number of total  
recorded movies or photos  
Connection to the external  
media device (34)  
Bottom  
Indicator  
Meaning  
[Micref Level] low (37)  
[Wind Noise Reduct.] (37)  
Blt-in Zoom Mic (37)  
Low Lux (37)  
Exposure (37)  
Intelligent Auto (25)  
Data file name  
Protect (38)  
101-0005  
Indicators and their positions are approximate  
and may differ from what you actually see.  
Some indicators may not appear, depending on  
your camcorder model.  
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Index  
Install............................................32  
Intelligent Auto...........................25  
A
T
Attaching/Removing the battery  
pack ..............................................18  
AVCHD recording disc..............11  
Tripod...........................................17  
Troubleshooting..........................40  
TV.................................................28  
L
Language......................................10  
LCD screen..................................24  
B
U
Battery pack.................................18  
Beep..............................................21  
Built-in USB Cable.....................19  
USB...............................................19  
USB Adaptor Cable ....................35  
USB connection support  
cable..............................................11  
M
Mac...............................................31  
Media select.................................21  
Memory card...............................22  
C
W
Care ..............................................42  
Charging the battery pack.........18  
Charging the battery pack using  
your computer.............................19  
Charging the battery using the  
AC adaptor ..................................19  
“Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo”  
media............................................22  
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media  
(Mark2)........................................22  
“Memory Stick XC-HG Duo”  
media............................................22  
Warning indicators.....................41  
Wind noise ..................................37  
Windows......................................32  
Z
Menu lists ....................................37  
Menus...........................................36  
Computer.....................................32  
Creating discs..............................34  
Zoom............................................25  
N
D
Notes on handling of your  
camcorder....................................42  
Data Code....................................21  
Date/Time....................................21  
Display items on the LCD  
screen ...........................................24  
P
Parts and controls.......................16  
Playback.......................................26  
PlayMemories Home..... 11, 31, 32  
Dual Capture...............................24  
E
PlayMemories Home Help  
Event View...................................26  
Extended Zoom..........................25  
External media device................35  
Guide......................................11, 33  
Projector ......................................29  
R
F
Recording ....................................24  
Recording and playback time ...48  
Recording media.........................21  
Repair...........................................40  
Full charge ...................................20  
G
Grip belt.......................................17  
S
H
Saving images on an external  
media device................................35  
“Handycam” User Guide ...........11  
HDMI Cable................................28  
Screen indicators ........................49  
SD card.........................................22  
Self-diagnosis display.................41  
Setting ..........................................21  
Specifications ..............................46  
Starting PlayMemories Home...33  
Supplied Items.............................11  
How to operate the  
multi-selector..............................11  
How to use this manual.............12  
You will find the menu lists  
on pages 37 to 39.  
I
Initialize.......................................40  
Initial setup..................................21  
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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/  
2013 Sony Corporation  
Printed in China  

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