3-214-661-11(1)
Digital HD Video Camera Recorder
Operating Guide
HDR-CX6EK/CX7E/CX7EK
For details on the advanced operations, please refer to
“Handycam Handbook” (PDF).
© 2007 Sony Corporation
• A “Memory Stick PRO Duo” of up to 8 GB has
been confirmed to operate correctly with this
camcorder.
On playing back recorded images on
other devices
• To view the HD (high definition) images
recorded on the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” on
other devices, the device must comply with the
AVCHD format. Otherwise, you cannot view
the images.
“Memory Stick PRO Duo.”
• “Memory Stick PRO Duo” and “Memory Stick
PRO-HG Duo” are both called as “Memory
Stick PRO Duo” in this manual.
Save all your recorded image data
Using the camcorder
• To prevent your image data from being lost,
save all your recorded images on other media. It
is recommended that you save the image data on
a disc such as DVD-R using your computer.
Also, you can save your image data using a
• The camcorder is not dustproofed, dripproofed
• To prevent the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” from
being broken or recorded images from being
lost, do not do the following when either of the
– to remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor
from the camcorder.
– to apply mechanical shock or vibration to the
camcorder.
• It is recommended that you save your image
data periodically, after recording.
When the camcorder is connected to a
computer
• When inserting or ejecting the “Memory Stick
PRO Duo,” be careful so that the “Memory
Stick PRO Duo” does not pop out and drop
• Do not try to format the “Memory Stick PRO
Duo” in the camcorder using a computer. If you
do so, your camcorder may not operate
correctly.
• 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.
About language setting
• The on-screen displays in each local language are
used for illustrating the operating procedures.
Change the screen language before using your
On recording
• Before starting to record, test the recording
function to make sure the image and sound are
recorded without any problems.
• Compensation for the contents of recordings
cannot be provided, even if recording or
playback is not possible due to a malfunction of
the camcorder, recording media, etc.
• TV color systems differ depending on the
country/region. To view your recordings on a
TV, you need a PAL system-based TV.
About this manual
• The images of the LCD screen used in this
manual for illustration purposes are captured
using a digital still camera, and therefore may
appear different from the actual images of the
LCD screen.
• Design and specifications of recording media
and other accessories are subject to change
without notice.
• The screenshots are from Windows XP. The
scenes may vary depending on the operating
system of the computer.
• Television programs, films, video tapes, and
other materials may be copyrighted.
Unauthorized recording of such materials may
be contrary to the copyright laws.
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Table of Contents
Read this first ........................................................................................... 2
Changing the language setting ...................................................................... 9
Playback ................................................................................................ 13
Saving images .......................................................................................23
Deleting images ..................................................................................... 23
Troubleshooting ..................................................................................... 29
Precautions ............................................................................................ 32
Specifications ......................................................................................... 34
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GSetttiengpSta1rte:d Checking supplied items
Wireless Remote Commander (1)
Make sure that you have the following
items supplied with your camcorder.
The number in the parentheses indicates the
number of that item supplied.
A button-type lithium battery is already installed.
Remove the insulation sheet before using
the Remote Commander.
Insulation sheet
NP-FH60
21-pin adaptor (1)
Component video cable (1) (p. 14)
For the models with the
bottom surfaces only.
mark printed on their
CD-ROM “Handycam Application
Software” (1) (p. 24)
– Picture Motion Browser (Software)
– Picture Motion Browser Guide
– Handycam Handbook (PDF)
A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 14)
USB cable (1) (p. 26)
“Operating Guide” (This manual) (1)
HDR-CX6EK/CX7EK
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” 4 GB (1) (p. 10)
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Step 2: Charging the battery pack
/CHG lamp
POWER
switch
DC IN jack
DC plug
Mains lead
To the wall socket
AC Adaptor
Battery pack
You can charge the “InfoLITHIUM”
battery pack (H series) after
attaching it to your camcorder.
4
5
Attach the battery pack by sliding
it in the direction of the arrow
until it clicks.
b Notes
• Your camcorder operates only with an
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (H series).
Place the camcorder on the
Handycam Station as shown
above, and insert it into the
Handycam Station securely, all
the way to the bottom.
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Connect the AC Adaptor to the
DC IN jack on the Handycam
Station.
The /CHG (charge) lamp lights up and
charging starts. The /CHG (charge)
lamp turns off when the battery pack is
fully charged. Remove the camcorder
from the Handycam Station.
Be sure that the v mark on the DC plug
is facing up.
2
3
Connect the mains lead to the AC
Adaptor and the wall socket.
Slide the POWER switch in the
direction of the arrow to OFF
(CHG) (the default setting).
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To remove the battery pack
Slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).
Slide the BATT (battery release) lever and
remove the battery pack.
“HD” stands for high definition image
quality, and “SD” stands for standard image
quality.
(Unit:min.)
BATT (battery
release) lever
HD
SD
Charging time
135
1
Recording time*
Continuous recording
time
95
100
110
115
Typical recording
time*
45
50
55
55
2
3
Playback time*
160
190
b Notes
*1 All times are measured under following
conditions.
– Recording mode: SP
• When you remove the battery pack or the AC
Adaptor, make sure that the
(Movie) lamp/
– [
INDEX]: [OFF]
To charge the battery pack using only
the AC Adaptor
Slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG),
then connect the AC Adaptor directly to the
DC IN jack on the camcorder.
– LCD backlight: [ON] (top), [OFF] (bottom)
*2 Typical recording time shows the time when
you repeat recording start/stop, turning the
power on/off and zooming.
*3 When the LCD backlight is on.
On the battery pack
POWER switch
• Before changing the battery pack, slide the
POWER switch to OFF (CHG) and turn off the
(Movie) lamp/
• The power will not be supplied from the battery
as long as the AC Adaptor is connected to the
DC IN jack of your camcorder or the Handycam
Station, even when the mains lead is
DC plug
disconnected from the wall socket.
DC IN jack
With the v mark on
Open the jack cover.
the left
On the charging/recording/playback time
• Times measured when using the camcorder at
25°C (77°F) (10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F) is
recommended).
Available running time for the
supplied battery pack
• The available recording and playback time will
be shorter when you use your camcorder in low
temperatures.
Charging time:
• The available recording and playback time will
be shorter depending on the conditions under
which you use your camcorder.
Approximate time (min.) required when
you fully charge a completely exhausted
battery pack.
On the AC Adaptor
• Use the nearby wall socket when using the AC
Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the
Recording/Playback time:
Approximate time (min.) available when
you use a fully charged battery pack.
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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.
• Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power
(mains) is still supplied to it while connected to
the wall socket via the AC Adaptor.
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Step 3: Turning the power on, and setting the
date and time
Touch the button on the LCD screen.
POWER switch
When using the camcorder for the first time, the
[CLOCK SET] screen appears on the LCD screen.
z Tips
1
While pressing the green button,
slide the POWER switch
repeatedly in the direction of the
arrow until the respective lamp
lights up.
• The date and time do not appear during
recording, but they are automatically recorded
on the “Memory Stick PRO Duo,” and can be
displayed during playback.
• You can turn off the operation beeps by
touching
(HOME) t
(SETTINGS)
t [SOUND/DISP SET] t [BEEP] t [OFF].
(Movie): To record movies
To reset the date and time
(Still): To record still images
• When you turn on
screen aspect ratio is changed to 4:3
automatically.
(Still) lamp, the
Touch
(HOME) t
(SETTINGS)
LANG] t [CLOCK
t [CLOCK/
SET], and set the date and time.
2
3
Select the desired geographical
area with v/V, then touch [NEXT].
Changing the language setting
You can change the on-screen displays to
show messages in a specified language.
Set [SUMMERTIME], [Y] (year),
[M] (month), [D] (day), hour and
minute.
Touch
t [CLOCK/
LANGUAGE SET], then select the
desired language.
(HOME) t
(SETTINGS)
LANG] t
[
The clock starts.
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Step 4: Inserting a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
POWER switch
Access lamp
If you insert a new “Memory Stick PRO Duo,” the
[Create a new Image Database File.] screen appears.
use with your camcorder.
To eject a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
Open the LCD panel and Memory Stick
Duo cover, lightly push the “Memory Stick
PRO Duo” in once.
1
2
Open the LCD panel.
b Notes
• When the access lamp is lit or flashing, your
camcorder is reading/writing data. To prevent
image data from being damaged, do not:
– eject the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
– remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor
– shake or knock your camcorder
Slide the POWER switch
repeatedly until the
lamp lights up.
(Movie)
• Do not open the Memory Stick Duo cover
during recording.
• If you force the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” into
the slot in the wrong direction, the “Memory
Stick PRO Duo,” the Memory Stick Duo slot, or
image data may be damaged.
• If [Failed to create a new Image Database File.
It may be possible that there is not enough free
space.] is displayed on step 4, format the
formatting will delete all data recorded on the
“Memory Stick PRO Duo.”
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Insert the “Memory Stick PRO
Duo.”
1 Open the Memory Stick Duo cover in
the direction of the arrow.
2 Insert the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
into the Memory Stick Duo slot in the
right direction until it clicks.
3 Close the Memory Stick Duo cover.
4
On the [Create a new Image
Database File.] screen, touch
[YES].
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Recording/Playback
Recording
START/STOP D
POWER switch
A
[STBY] t [REC]
PHOTO E
START/STOP B
EASY C
Flashing t Lights up
1
2
Slide the POWER switch A until the respective lamp lights up.
Press the green button only when the POWER switch is in the OFF (CHG) position.
•
•
(Movie): To record movies
(Still): To record still images
Start recording.
Movies
Still Images
Press START/STOP D (or B).
To stop recording, press START/STOP
again.
Press PHOTO E lightly to adjust the
focus A (a beep sounds), then press
it fully B (a shutter click sounds).
appears beside
disappears, the image has been recorded.
. When
• See “Handycam Handbook” (PDF) to display
the image of SD (standard definition) image
quality.
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z Tips
Adjusting the LCD panel
Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the
camcorder (1), then rotate it to the best
angle to record or play (2).
• You can check the free “Memory Stick PRO
Duo” space by touching
(MANAGE MEMORY STICK) t [
INFO].
(HOME) t
• You can capture up to 3 still images by pressing
PHOTO during movie recording.
• The maximum recordable time of Sony
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” is as follows with
recording mode [HD SP] (the default setting);
290 degrees
(max.)
512 MB: approx. 8 minutes
1 GB: approx. 15 minutes
2 GB: approx. 35 minutes
4 GB: approx. 65 minutes
8 GB: approx. 140 minutes
• When measuring “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
capacity, 1 GB equals 1 billion bytes, a portion
of which is used for data management.
190 degrees to the
camcorder
2180 degrees
(max.)
• See “Handycam Handbook” (PDF) for the
number of recordable still images.
Fastening the grip belt
Fasten the grip belt and hold your
camcorder correctly.
• You can copy scenes of recorded movies as still
images on the hard disk of a computer, using the
supplied “Picture Motion Browser.” For details,
see “Picture Motion Browser Guide” on the
supplied CD-ROM.
To record/play back easily
By pressing EASY, nearly all settings on
the camcorder will be set to automatic
adjustment so that you can perform
recording or playback operation without
detailed settings. During Easy Handycam
operation,
appears on the LCD screen.
To cancel Easy Handycam operation, press
EASY again.
b Notes
• You cannot use some buttons/functions during
Easy Handycam operation.
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Playback
POWER switch A
(VIEW
IMAGES) D
(VIEW IMAGES) B
(Film Roll Index) C
1 Returns to the recording screen
2 Previous 6 images
3 Next 6 images
6Still image tab
(OPTION)
8Searches for images by date
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4 Returns to the recording screen
5 HD (high definition) image quality movie tab*
*
appears for movies with SD (standard
definition) image quality.
1
2
Slide the POWER switch A to turn on your camcorder.
Press the (VIEW IMAGES) B (or D) button.
The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the LCD screen (It may take some time to display
the thumbnails).
• Press the
(Film Roll Index) button C to play back images from
INDEX. See “Handycam
Handbook” (PDF) for details.
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Start playback.
Movies
Still Images
Touch the
or
tab, and the
Touch the
tab, and the still image
movie to be played back.
to be played back.
Beginning of the Toggles Play
scene/previous
scene
or Pause as
you touch
Slide show
Next scene
Previous/Next
Go to the VISUAL
INDEX screen
OPTION
Reverse/Forward
OPTION
Stop (go to the
INDEX screen)
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To adjust the sound volume of movies
When playing back a movie, touch
HDMI OUT
A/V OUT
(OPTION) t
tab t [VOLUME],
then adjust the volume with
/
.
z Tips
• When playback from the selected movie reaches
the last movie, the screen returns to the INDEX
screen.
• i appears with the image on the tab that was
most recently played back/recorded (B for the
still image). When you touch a movie marked
with i, you can play it back from the point it
was previously stopped.
Open the jack cover.
Playing the image on a TV
Connection methods and quality of the
image viewed on the TV screen differ
depending on what type of TV is connected,
and the connectors used.
b Notes
• When recording, set [X.V.COLOR] to [ON] to
play back on an x.v.Color-compliant TV. Some
settings may need to be adjusted on the TV
when playing back. Refer to the instruction
manual of your TV for details.
Handycam
Station
• Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power
manuals supplied with the device to be
connected.
Operation flow
b Notes
• Only the Handycam Station is equipped with the
COMPONENT OUT jack.
• When the A/V connecting cable is used to
output images, images are output with SD
(standard definition) image quality.
Switch the input on the TV to the
connected jack.
Refer to the instruction manuals of the
TV.
r
• The Handycam Station and your camcorder are
both equipped with A/V OUT jacks. Connect
the A/V connecting cable either to the
Handycam Station or to your camcorder,
depending on your setup. Do not connect A/V
connecting cables to both the Handycam Station
and your camcorder at the same time, as image
disturbance may occur.
Connect your camcorder and TV
referring to [TV CONNECT Guide].
Touch
(HOME) t
(OTHERS)
t [TV CONNECT Guide].
r
Make the required output settings
on your camcorder.
• For details on connecting and dubbing recorded
images to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders, see
“Handycam Handbook” (PDF).
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Names and functions of parts and controls
1 Power zoom lever
To use the zoom, move the power zoom
lever. Move the power zoom lever slightly
for a slower zoom. Move it further for a
faster zoom.
During playback, you can magnify still
images from about 1.1 to 5 times the
original size (Playback zoom).
• When you touch the screen during playback
zoom, the point you touched will be displayed in
the center of the displayed frame.
6
(Movie)/
(Still) mode lamps
7
/CHG (charge) lamp
Lights up while charging your camcorder,
or flickers while charging the flash, and
remains lit when the flash charging is
complete.
8
(flash) button
You can select the settings for the flash.
0 DISP/BATT INFO button
You can switch the screen display when
you press while the power is set to on.
When you press while the power is set to
OFF (CHG), you can check the remaining
battery.
Handycam Station
qa BACK LIGHT button
To adjust the exposure for backlit subjects,
press BACK LIGHT to display .. To
cancel the backlight function, press BACK
LIGHT again.
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qs RESET button
wg NIGHTSHOT switch
To initialize the settings (Reset), press
RESET to initialize all the settings,
including settings for date and time.
To record in dark places, set the
NIGHTSHOT switch to ON (
appears).
wj Hook for a shoulder belt
Attach the shoulder belt (optional).
qd LCD screen/touch panel
To record in mirror mode, open the LCD
screen 90 degrees to the camcorder (1),
then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side
(2).
wk Internal microphone
Records sound on movies.
Sound picked up by the internal
microphone is converted to 5.1ch surround
sound and recorded.
wl Flash
Flashes when using the flash.
e; Lens (Carl Zeiss Lens)
ea Camera recording lamp
Lights up in red during recording. Flashes
when remaining “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
space or battery power is low.
qf
qg Zoom buttons
Press for zooming in/out.
es Remote sensor/Infrared port
Receive the signal from the Remote
Commander.
During playback, you can magnify still
images from about 1.1 to 5 times the
original size (Playback zoom).
• When you touch the screen during playback
zoom, the point you touched will be displayed in
the center of the displayed frame.
ed Tripod receptacle (Bottom surface)
Attach the tripod (optional: the length of the
screw must be less than 5.5 mm (7/32 in.))
to the tripod receptacle using a tripod
screw.
qj Access lamp
When the access lamp is lit or flashing,
your camcorder is writing or reading data
on the “Memory Stick PRO Duo.”
ql
(VIEW IMAGES) button (p. 13)
wf Speaker
Sound comes out from the speaker while
playing back.
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Connecting to other devices
w; HDMI OUT (mini) jack
Connect an HDMI cable (optional).
wa A/V OUT jack
Connect the A/V connecting cable.
ws DC IN jack
wh Active Interface Shoe
The Active Interface Shoe supplies power
to optional accessories such as a video light,
a flash, or a microphone. The accessory can
be turned on or off as you operate the
POWER switch on your camcorder.
eg DISC BURN button
Create a disc by connecting the camcorder
to a computer. For details, see “Picture
Motion Browser Guide.”
eh Interface connector
ej (USB) jack
Connect the USB cable.
ek COMPONENT OUT jack
Connect the component video cable.
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Indicators displayed during recording/playback
A Recording quality (HD/SD) and
Recording movies
Recording mode (XP/HQ/SP/LP)
B HOME button
C Remaining battery (approx.)
D Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or
[REC] (recording))
E Counter (hour/minute/second)
F OPTION button
G Dual Rec
Recording still images
H VIEW IMAGES button
I Face Index Set
J 5.1ch surround recording
K Quality ([FINE]/[STD])
L Image size
M This appears while a still image is being
saved.
N Recording folder
O Return button
P Playback mode
Viewing movies
Q Currently playing movie number/
Number of total recorded movies
R Previous/Next button
S Video operation buttons
T Playing back image quality
U Current still image number/Number of
total recorded still images
V Playback folder
Viewing still images
W Slide show button
X Data file name
Y VISUAL INDEX button
z Tips
• As the number of still images recorded on a
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” increases, new
folders are automatically created to store still
images.
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Upper right
Indicators on the LCD screens
Indicator
Meaning
Following indicators appear during
recording/playback to indicate the settings
of your camcorder.
FADER
LCD backlight off
Upper left
Center
Upper right
Bottom
Indicator
Meaning
Picture effect
Digital effect
Manual focus
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Bottom
SCENE SELECTION
Upper left
.
Backlight
Indicator
Meaning
n
White balance
SteadyShot off
5.1ch surround
recording/playback
EXPOSURE/
Self-timer recording
SPOT METER
Flash, REDEYE
REDUC
TELE MACRO
ZEBRA
MICREF LEVEL low
WIDE SELECT
X.V.COLOR
Face Index set
Center
b Notes
Indicator
Meaning
• The recording date and time are recorded
automatically on the “Memory Stick PRO Duo.”
They are not displayed while recording.
However, you can check them as [DATA
CODE] during playback.
Continuous slide show
NightShot
Super NightShot
Color Slow Shutter
PictBridge connecting
Warning
E
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Performing various functions - “ HOME” and
“ OPTION”
• You cannot simultaneously select or activate the
grayed items in the current recording/playback
situation.
(HOME) B
To see the explanation of the function
of each item on the HOME MENU
(HELP)
1 Press
(HOME) A (or B).
(HOME) A
(OPTION)
2 Touch
(HELP).
The bottom of the
orange.
(HELP) turns
Using the HOME MENU
You can change the recording functions and
the operating settings for your convenience.
For details, see “Handycam Handbook”
(PDF).
3 Touch the item you want to learn about.
When you touch an item, its explanation
appears on the screen.
1
Turn on your camcorder, then
press (HOME) A (or B).
To apply the option, touch [YES].
Using the OPTION MENU
The
OPTION MENU appears just like
the pop-up window that appears when you
right-click the mouse on a computer.
Various functions are displayed in the
context of the operation. For details, see
“Handycam Handbook” (PDF).
Category
2
3
4
Touch the desired category.
Touch the desired setup item.
1
While using your camcorder,
touch (OPTION) on the screen.
Follow the guide on the screen for
further operation.
2
3
Touch the desired item.
Change the setting, then touch
.
z Tips
• If the item is not on the screen, touch v/V to
change the page.
• To hide the HOME MENU screen, touch
.
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b Notes
COMPUTER
• When the item you want is not on the screen,
touch another tab.
• The tabs and items that appear on the screen
depend on the recording/playback status of your
camcorder at the time.
[
COMPUTER], [DISC BURN]
1
TV CONNECT Guide*
• Some items appear without a tab.
(MANAGE MEMORY
STICK) category
• The
OPTION MENU cannot be used during
Items of the HOME MENU
(CAMERA) category
1
FORMAT*
INFO
REPAIR IMG.DB F.
1
MOVIE*
(SETTINGS) category
MOVIE SETTINGS
1
PHOTO*
SMTH SLW REC
1
[
/
REC SET]* , [
REC
MODE], [
REC MODE],
[NIGHTSHOT LIGHT], [WIDE
SELECT], [DIGITAL ZOOM],
[STEADYSHOT], [AUTO SLW
SHUTTR], [X.V.COLOR],
[GUIDEFRAME], [ZEBRA], [
REMAINING], [FLASH LEVEL],
(VIEW IMAGES) category
1
VISUAL INDEX*
1
INDEX*
1
INDEX*
[REDEYE REDUC], [
SET]*
INDEX
PLAYLIST
1
PHOTO SETTINGS
(OTHERS) category
1
[
IMAGE SIZE]* , [
1
DELETE*
QUALITY], [FILE NO.],
[NIGHTSHOT LIGHT],
[STEADYSHOT], [GUIDEFRAME],
[ZEBRA], [FLASH LEVEL],
[REDEYE REDUC]
[
[
[
DELETE], [
DELETE], [
DELETE ALL], [ DELETE
DELETE by date],
DELETE by date]
DELETE],
DELETE ALL],
ALL], [
[
VIEW IMAGES SET
1
EDIT
[
/
INDEX SET]* , [DATA
CODE], [
INTERVAL SET]*
DISPLAY], [
[DELETE], [DIVIDE]
PLAYLIST EDIT
ADD], [
ADD by date], [
ERASE], [
ERASE ALL], [
1
2
SOUND/DISP SET*
[
ADD], [
1
1
[VOLUME]* , [BEEP]* , [LCD
BRIGHT], [LCD BL LEVEL], [LCD
COLOR]
ADD by date],
ERASE], [
ERASE ALL],
MOVE]
[
[
MOVE], [
OUTPUT SETTINGS
PRINT
[TV TYPE], [DISP OUTPUT],
[COMPONENT]
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CLOCK/
LANG
1
[CLOCK SET]* , [AREA SET],
[SUMMERTIME], [
LANGUAGE SET]*
1
GENERAL SET
[DEMO MODE], [REC LAMP],
[CALIBRATION], [A.SHUT OFF],
[REMOTE CTRL]
*1 You can set these items also during Easy
*2 The menu name is changed to [SOUND
SETTINGS] during Easy Handycam operation
Items of the OPTION MENU
Items you can set only on the OPTION
MENU will be described below.
tab
[FOCUS], [SPOT FOCUS], [TELE
MACRO], [EXPOSURE], [SPOT
METER], [SCENE SELECTION],
[WHITE BAL.], [COLOR SLOW SHTR],
[SUPER NIGHTSHOT]
tab
[FADER], [D.EFFECT], [PICT.EFFECT]
tab
[MICREF LEVEL], [SELF-TIMER],
[TIMING], [RECORD SOUND]
– (The tab depends on the situation/No tab)
[SLIDE SHOW], [SLIDE SHOW SET],
[COPIES], [DATE/TIME], [SIZE]
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Saving images
Deleting images
Due to the limited capacity of the “Memory
Stick PRO Duo,” make sure that you save
the image data to some type of media such
as a DVD-R or the hard disk of a computer.
You can save the images recorded on the
camcorder as described below.
1
2
On the
(HOME MENU), touch
(OTHERS) t [DELETE].
Touch [
DELETE] or [
DELETE] (movies), or [
DELETE] (still images), according
to the type of image you want to
delete.
Saving images using a
computer
By using the “Picture Motion Browser” on
the supplied CD-ROM, you can save
images on a disc or the hard disk of a
computer. For details, see “Picture Motion
Browser Guide.”
3
4
Touch the image to be deleted.
The selected image is marked with
.
Creating a disc with One Touch
(One Touch Disc Burn)
You can save images recorded on the
camcorder directly to a disc with ease.
Touch
t [YES] t
.
To delete all movies or still images at
one time
Saving images on a computer (Easy
PC Back-up)
In step 2, touch [
DELETE ALL]/[
[YES] t [YES] t
DELETE ALL]/[
You can save images recorded on the
camcorder on the hard disk of a computer.
DELETE ALL] t
.
Creating a disc with selected images
You can save images imported to your
computer on a disc. You can also edit those
images.
To delete all images (Format)
Touch
MEMORY STICK) t [
t [YES] t [YES] t
(HOME) t
(MANAGE
FORMAT]
.
Saving images by connecting
your camcorder to other devices
b Notes
• Note that formatting will delete all data
recorded on the “Memory Stick PRO Duo.”
You can dub images to VCR or DVD/HDD
devices. For details, see “Handycam
Handbook” (PDF).
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Enjoying with a computer
Viewing “Handycam Handbook” (PDF)
For advanced use of your camcorder, see
“Handycam Handbook” (PDF).
To view “Handycam Handbook” (PDF),
you need to install Adobe Reader on your
computer.
4
Select the desired language and
the model name of your
Handycam, then click [Handycam
Handbook (PDF)].
Installation starts. When the installation
is completed, the short-cut icon of
“Handycam Handbook” appears on the
desktop of your computer.
For Windows users
1
2
Turn on the computer.
• The model name of your Handycam is
printed on its bottom surface.
Place the CD-ROM (supplied) in
the disc drive of your computer.
5
Click [Exit] t [Exit], then remove
the CD-ROM from the disc drive
of your computer.
The select screen for installation
appears.
For Macintosh users
1
Turn on the computer.
3
Click [Handycam Handbook].
2
3
Place the CD-ROM (supplied) in
the disc drive of your computer.
The installation screen for “Handycam
Handbook” (PDF) appears.
Open the [Handbook] folder in the
CD-ROM, double-click the [GB]
folder and then drag-and-drop the
“Handbook.pdf” on the computer.
Double-click “Handbook.pdf” to view the
handbook.
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What you can do with a Windows computer
When you install the “Picture Motion
Browser” on a Windows computer from the
Installing the software
supplied CD-ROM, you can enjoy the
x Environment for using “Picture Motion
following operations.
Browser”
x Creating a disc with images taken with
your camcorder by one simple
operation
OS: Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional
SP4/Windows XP SP2*/Windows
Vista*
Handycam Station, you can save images
recorded on your camcorder to a disc on
your computer.
* 64-bit editions and Starter (Edition) are not
supported.
• Standard installation is required.
• Operation is not assured if the above OS has
been upgraded or in a multi-boot environment.
x Importing images taken with your
CPU: Intel Pentium 4 2.8 GHz or faster
(Intel Pentium 4 3.6 GHz or faster, Intel
Pentium D 2.8 GHz or faster, Intel Core
Duo 1.66 GHz or faster, Intel Core 2
Duo 1.66 GHz or faster is
camcorder to a computer
x Viewing imported images on a
computer
x Creating a disc with edited images
recommended.)
For details on the functions of “Picture
Motion Browser,” see “Picture Motion
Browser Guide” (p. 27).
• The following operations are possible with Intel
Pentium III 1 GHz or faster.
– Importing the contents to the computer
– One Touch Disc Burn
– Creating an AVCHD format disc/DVD video
– Copying a disc
– Processing only the contents in SD (standard
definition) image quality
b Notes
• This camcorder captures high definition footage
in the AVCHD format. Using the enclosed PC
software, high definition footage can be copied
onto DVD media. However, DVD media
containing AVCHD footage should not be used
with DVD based players or recorders, as the
DVD player/recorder may fail to eject the media
and may erase its contents without warning.
DVD media containing AVCHD footage may
be played on a compatible Blu-ray Disc™
player/recorder or other compatible device.
Memory:
Windows 2000, Windows XP: 512 MB
or more (1 GB or more is
recommended.)
For processing SD (standard definition)
image quality content only, 256 MB of
memory or more is necessary.
Windows Vista: 1 GB or more
x Using a Macintosh computer
The supplied software “Picture Motion
Browser” does not support a Macintosh
computer.
On the advanced use of images on your
camcorder connected to your computer,
see the following URL;
Hard disk: Disk volume required for
installation: Approximately 800 MB
(10 GB or more may be necessary when
creating AVCHD format discs.)
Display: DirectX 7 or later-compatible
video card, Minimum 1,024 × 768 dots,
High Color (16 bit color)
ms/us/
Others: USB port (this must be
provided as standard), Hi-Speed USB
(USB 2.0 compatible) is recommended),
DVD burner (CD-ROM drive is
necessary for installation)
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b Notes
2 Turn on the computer.
• The above operating environment is for playing
movies with [HD SP] image quality (7 Mbps)
on a computer.
b Notes
• Log on as an Administrator for installation.
• Close all applications running on the
computer before installing the software.
• Even in a computer environment where the
operations are guaranteed, frames may be
dropped from movies with HD (high definition)
image quality, resulting in uneven playback.
However, imported images and images on discs
created subsequently will not be affected.
3 Place the supplied CD-ROM in the disc
drive of your computer.
The installation screen appears.
• Operations are not guaranteed, even on
computers fulfilling the above system
requirements. For example, other open or
background applications currently running may
limit product performance.
• “Picture Motion Browser” does not support
5.1ch surround sound reproduction. The sound
is reproduced in 2ch sound.
• If you use a Notebook PC, connect it to the AC
Adaptor as the power source when you view or
edit movies recorded in HD (high definition)
format. Otherwise, the software will not work
properly due to the power saving function of the
PC.
If the screen does not appear
1 Click [Start], then click [My Computer].
(For Windows 2000, double-click [My
Computer].)
2 Double-click [SONYPICTUTIL (E:)]
(CD-ROM) (disc drive).*
• When you perform the One Touch Disc Burn
operation, a long scene may be separated into
plural discs or scenes, depending on the scene
length.
* Drive names (such as (E:)) may vary
depending on the computer.
4 Click [Install].
5 Select the language for the application to
be installed, then click [Next].
6 Check your area and country/region, then
click [Next].
7 Read [License Agreement], select [I accept
the terms of the license agreement] if you
agree, then click [Next].
8 Connect your camcorder to the computer
following the steps below.
• You can read images recorded on a “Memory
Stick PRO Duo” in a Memory Stick slot of a
computer. However, in the following cases, do
not use the Memory Stick slot of the computer,
but connect your camcorder to the computer
with the USB cable:
– The computer is not compatible with a
“Memory Stick PRO Duo.”
– A Memory Stick Duo adaptor is required.
– A “Memory Stick PRO Duo” cannot be read
in the Memory Stick slot.
– Reading data from the Memory Stick slot is
slow.
1 Connect the AC Adaptor to the Handycam
Station and a wall socket.
2 Set the camcorder onto the Handycam
Station, then slide the POWER switch to
turn on.
x Installation procedure
Handycam Station to the computer using
the supplied USB cable.
You need to install the software to your
Windows computer before connecting
your camcorder to the computer. The
installation is required only for the first
time.
9 When [Connecting...] appears on the screen
of the camcorder, click [Next] on the
connection confirmation screen of the
computer.
Contents to be installed and procedures
may differ depending on your OS.
1 Confirm that your camcorder is not
connected to the computer.
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x Operating the Picture Motion Browser
After you install the software, shortcut
icons for “Picture Motion Browser” and
“Picture Motion Browser Guide” are
created on the desktop.
For the basic operation of “Picture Motion
Browser,” see “Picture Motion Browser
Guide.”
b Notes
Double-click to start “Picture
Motion Browser.”
• Even if a screen prompting you to restart
your computer appears, you do not need to
restart it at this time. Restart your computer
after completing the installation.
• It may take some time for the
authentication.
Double-click to start “Picture
Motion Browser Guide.”
0 Follow the on-screen instructions to install
the software.
One of the following installation screens
appears, depending on the computer
environment. Check the screen and follow
the instructions displayed to install the
required software.
– Sonic UDF Reader*
Software required to recognize an AVCHD
format disc
x Connecting your camcorder to a
computer
To connect your camcorder to a computer,
follow the steps below.
1 Connect the AC Adaptor to the Handycam
Station and a wall socket.
2 Set the camcorder onto the Handycam
Station, then slide the POWER switch to
turn on your camcorder.
– Windows Media Format 9 Series Runtime
(Windows 2000 only)
Software required to create a DVD
Handycam Station to a computer using the
supplied USB cable.
– Microsoft .NET Framework 1.1*
Software required to create an AVCHD
format disc
The [USB SELECT] screen appears on
your camcorder. Touch the item you want
to operate on the screen.
– Microsoft DirectX 9.0c*
Software required to handle movies
* Windows 2000, Windows XP only
qa Restart the computer if required to
complete the installation.
z Tips
• If the [USB SELECT] screen does not appear,
touch
[COMPUTER].
(HOME) t
(OTHERS) t
Recommended USB cable connection
To assure the proper functioning of your
camcorder, connect your camcorder to a
computer as below.
• Connect the USB ports of the Handycam Station
and a computer using the USB cable. Do not
connect anything to other USB ports of a
computer.
qs Remove the CD-ROM from the disc drive
of your computer.
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• When connecting to a computer with a USB
keyboard and USB mouse connected as standard
equipment, connect the Handycam Station to
another USB port using the USB cable.
stored on the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” may
not be updated correctly. Also, disconnecting
the USB cable improperly may cause a
malfunction of the “Memory Stick PRO Duo.”
b Notes
• Operations are not guaranteed when multiple
USB devices are connected to a computer.
• Be sure to connect the USB cable to a USB port.
If the USB cable is connected to a computer via
a USB keyboard or USB hub, operations are not
guaranteed.
To disconnect the USB cable
1 Click the [Unplug or eject hardware] icon
on the task tray on the bottom right of the
desk top.
2 Click [Safely remove USB Mass Storage
Device].
3 Click [OK] (Windows 2000 only).
4 Touch [END] on the screen of your
camcorder.
5 Touch [YES] on the screen of your
camcorder.
6 Disconnect the USB cable from the
Handycam Station and the computer.
b Notes
• Do not disconnect the USB cable while the
access lamp is lit.
• Before turning off your camcorder, disconnect
the USB cable following the proper procedures
described above.
• Disconnect the USB cable using the proper
procedures described above. Otherwise, files
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
automatically turned off (A.SHUT
OFF). Change the setting of [A.SHUT
OFF], or turn on the power again, or
use the AC Adaptor.
If you run into any problems using your
camcorder, use the following table to
troubleshoot the problem. If the problem
persists, disconnect the power source and
contact your Sony dealer.
Pressing START/STOP or PHOTO
does not record images.
Menu items are grayed out.
• There are some functions you cannot
activate simultaneously. For details, see
“Handycam Handbook” (PDF).
• The playback screen is displayed. Set
the POWER switch to
(Movie) or
The power does not turn on.
• Your camcorder is recording the image
you have just shot on the “Memory
Stick PRO Duo.” You cannot make
new recording during this period.
• The “Memory Stick PRO Duo” is full.
Use a new “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
or format the “Memory Stick PRO
Duo.” Or delete the unnecessary
• Attach a charged battery pack to the
• Connect the plug of the AC Adaptor to
• Set the camcorder onto the Handycam
The camcorder does not operate
even when the power is set to on.
• Total number of movie scenes or still
images exceeds the recordable capacity
of your camcorder. Delete the
• 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 socket or remove the battery pack,
then reconnect it after about 1 minute.
If the functions still do not work, press
pointed object. (If you press the RESET
button, all settings, including the clock
setting, are reset.)
You cannot install “Picture Motion
Browser.”
• Check the computer environment
required to install “Picture Motion
Browser.”
• Install “Picture Motion Browser” in an
“Picture Motion Browser” does not
work correctly.
Buttons do not work.
• Finish “Picture Motion Browser” and
restart your computer.
• During Easy Handycam operation,
available buttons/functions are limited.
Cancel Easy Handycam operation. For
details on Easy Handycam operation,
refer to “Handycam Handbook” (PDF).
Your camcorder is not recognized by
the computer.
• Install “Picture Motion Browser”
(p. 26).
Your camcorder gets warm.
• Disconnect devices from the USB jack
of the computer other than the
keyboard, mouse, and your camcorder.
• This is because the power has been
turned on for a long time. This is not a
malfunction.
• Disconnect the USB cable from the
computer and the Handycam Station,
and restart the computer, then connect
the computer and your camcorder again
The power abruptly turns off.
• When approximately 5 minutes have
elapsed while you do not operate your
camcorder, the camcorder is
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• Make sure the media check tool of the
computer activates. For details on the
media check tool, see “Picture Motion
Browser Guide.”
E (Battery level warning)
1
• The battery pack is nearly used up.*
• Depending on the operating
environment or battery conditions, E
may flash, even if there are
1
Self-diagnosis display/Warning
indicators
approximately 20 minutes remaining.*
(Warning indicator pertaining to
“Memory Stick PRO Duo”)
If indicators appear on the LCD screen,
check the following.
• Free space for recording images are
running out.
• There are not enough free spaces for
recording images. Insert a new
You can fix some symptoms by yourself. If
the problem persists even after you have
tried a couple of times, contact your Sony
dealer or local authorized Sony service
facility.
“Memory Stick PRO Duo,” delete
unnecessary images, or format the
2
• No “Memory Stick PRO Duo” is
C:04:00
1
(Warning indicators pertaining to
“Memory Stick PRO Duo”
3
formatting)*
• The “Memory Stick PRO Duo” is
damaged.
C:(or E:) ss:ss (Self-diagnosis
display)
• The “Memory Stick PRO Duo” is not
formatted correctly.
C:04:ss
• The battery pack is not an
(Warning indicator pertaining to
incompatible “Memory Stick PRO
Duo”)*
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (H
series). Use an “InfoLITHIUM” battery
3
• Connect the DC plug of the AC
Adaptor to the DC IN jack of the
Handycam Station or your camcorder
• An incompatible “Memory Stick PRO
Duo” is inserted.
- (Warning indicator pertaining
to the write-protect of the “Memory
C:13:ss / C:32:ss
• Remove the power source. Reconnect it
and operate your camcorder again.
3
Stick PRO Duo”)*
• Access to the “Memory Stick PRO
Duo” was restricted on another device.
E:20:ss / E:31:ss / E:61:ss /
E:62:ss / E:91:ss / E:94:ss
• A malfunction that you cannot service
has occurred. Contact your Sony dealer
or local authorized Sony service
facility. Inform them of the 5-digit
code, which starts from “E.”
(Warning indicator pertaining to
the Memory Stick Duo cover)
• The Memory Stick Duo cover is open
1
(Warning indicator pertaining to
the flash)
101-0001 (Warning indicator
pertaining to files)
• There is something wrong with the
flash.* *
2
3
1
• The file is damaged.*
1
• The file is unreadable.*
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(Warning indicator pertaining to
camera-shake warning)
• The amount of light 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.
*1 Slow flashing
*2 Fast flashing
*3 You hear a melody when the warning indicators
appear on the screen.
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Additional Information
Precautions
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.
On use and care
• Do not use or store the camcorder and
accessories in the following locations:
– Anywhere extremely hot, cold or humid.
Never leave them exposed to temperatures
above 60°C (140°F), such as under direct
sunlight, near heaters or in a car parked in the
sun. They may malfunction or become
deformed.
– if any liquid gets in your eyes, wash with
plenty of water and consult a doctor.
– Near strong magnetic fields or mechanical
vibration. The camcorder may malfunction.
– 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 sand
or dust gets in your camcorder, it may
malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction
cannot be repaired.
x When not using your camcorder for a
long time
• Periodically turn on your camcorder and let it
run such as by playing back or recording images
for about 3 minutes.
• Use up the battery pack completely before
storing it.
LCD screen
– Near windows or outdoors, where the LCD
screen, or the lens may be exposed to direct
sunlight. This damages the LCD screen.
• Operate your camcorder on DC 6.8 V/7.2 V
(battery pack) or DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor).
• Do not exert excessive pressure on the LCD
screen, as it may cause damage.
• If your camcorder is used in a cold place, a
residual image may appear on the LCD screen.
This is not a malfunction.
• 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.
• While using your camcorder, the back of the
LCD screen may heat up. This is not a
malfunction.
x To clean the LCD screen
If fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen dirty,
it is recommended you use a soft cloth to clean it.
When you use the LCD Cleaning Kit (optional),
do not apply the cleaning liquid directly to the
LCD screen. Use cleaning paper moistened with
the liquid.
On handling the casing
• If the casing is soiled, clean the camcorder body
with a soft cloth lightly moistened with water,
and then wipe the casing with a dry soft cloth.
• Keep the POWER switch setting to OFF (CHG)
when you are not using your camcorder.
• Do not wrap your camcorder with a towel, for
example, and operate it. Doing so might cause
heat to build up inside.
• When disconnecting the mains lead, pull it by
the plug and not the cord.
• Avoid the following to avoid damage to the
finish:
– Using chemicals such as thinner, benzine,
alcohol, chemical cloths, repellent, insecticide
and sunscreen.
• Do not damage the mains lead such as by
placing anything heavy on it.
– Handling the camcorder with above
substances on your hands.
• Keep metal contacts clean.
• Keep the Remote Commander and button-type
battery out of children’s reach. If the battery is
– Leaving the casing in contact with rubber or
vinyl objects for a long period of time.
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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.
Tab
– In hot or humid locations
– When the lens is exposed to salty air such as
at the seaside.
• Store in a well-ventilated location subject to
little dirt or dust.
• To prevent mold, periodically clean the lens as
described above. It is recommended that you
operate your camcorder about once a month to
keep it in optimum state for a long time.
WARNING
Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not
recharge, disassemble or dispose of in
fire.
• When the lithium battery becomes weak, the
operating distance of the Remote Commander
may shorten, or the Remote Commander may
not function properly. In this case, replace the
battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery.
Use of another battery may present a risk of fire
or explosion.
On charging the pre-installed
rechargeable battery
Your camcorder has a pre-installed rechargeable
battery to retain the date, time, and other settings
even when the POWER switch is set to OFF
(CHG). The pre-installed rechargeable battery is
always charged while your camcorder is
connected to the 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.
However, even if the pre-installed rechargeable
battery is not charged, the camcorder operation
will not be affected as long as you are not
recording the date.
x Procedures
Connect your camcorder to a wall socket using the
supplied AC Adaptor, and leave it with the
POWER switch set to OFF (CHG) for more than
24 hours.
To change the battery of the Remote
Commander
1 While pressing on the tab, inset your
fingernail into the slit to pull out the
battery case.
2 Place a new battery with the + side
facing up.
3 Insert the battery case back into the
Remote Commander until it clicks.
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Specifications
*1 “Exif” is a file format for still images,
established by the JEITA (Japan
Electronics and Information Technology
Industries Association). Files in this
format can have additional information
such as your camcorder’s setting
System
Video compression format
AVCHD (HD)/MPEG2 (SD)/JPEG (Still
images)
Audio compression format
Dolby Digital 2/5.1ch
information at the time of recording.
Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator
*2 The unique pixel array of Sony’s ClearVid
CMOS sensor and image processing
system (new Enhanced Imaging
Processor) allows still image resolution
equivalent to the sizes described.
Video signal
PAL color, CCIR standards
1080/50i specification
Recording format
Movie (HD): AVCHD 1080/50i
Movie (SD): MPEG2-PS
Still image: Exif Ver.2.2*1
Input/Output connectors
Image device
Audio/Video output
6.3 mm (1/2.9 type) CMOS sensor
Recording pixels (still image, 4:3):
Max. 6.1 mega (2 848 × 2 136) pixels*2
Gross: Approx. 3 200 000 pixels
Effective (movie, 16:9):
2 280 000 pixels
Effective (movie, 4:3):
1 710 000 pixels
Effective (still image, 16:9):
2 280 000 pixels
10-pin connector
Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms)
Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms)
Chrominance signal: 0.3 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms)
Audio signal: 327 mV (at load impedance 47
kΩ (kilohms)), Output impedance with less
than 2.2 kΩ (kilohms)
HDMI OUT jack
HDMI Type C mini connector
Effective (still image, 4:3):
3 040 000 pixels
LCD screen
Lens
Image
Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T
10 × (Optical), 20 × (Digital)
6.7 cm (2.7 type, aspect ratio 16:9)
Total dot number
Focal length
211 200 (960 × 220)
F1.8 ~ 2.9
Filter diameter: 37 mm (1 1/2 in.)
General
Power requirements
f=5.4 ~ 54 mm (7/32 ~ 2 1/4 in.) When
converted to a 35 mm still camera
For movies: 40 ~ 400 mm (1 5/8 ~ 15 3/4 in.)
(16:9), 49 ~ 490 mm (1 15/16 ~ 19 3/8 in.)
(4:3)
For still images: 40 ~ 400 mm (1 5/8 ~ 15 3/4
in.) (16:9), 37 ~ 370 mm (1 1/2 ~ 14 5/8 in.)
(4:3)
DC 6.8 V/7.2 V (battery pack)
DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor)
Average power consumption
During camera recording using the LCD with
normal brightness:
HD: 4.3 W
SD: 3.8 W
Color temperature
[AUTO], [ONE PUSH],
[INDOOR] (3 200 K),
[OUTDOOR] (5 800 K)
Operating temperature
0 °C to + 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
Storage temperature
Minimum illumination
-20 °C to + 60 °C (-4 °F to + 140 °F)
2 lx (lux) ([AUTO SLW SHUTTR] [ON],
Shutter speed 1/25 sec)
Dimensions (approx.)
69 × 67 × 129 mm
0 lx (lux) (during NightShot function)
(2 3/4 × 2 3/4 × 5 1/8 in.) (w/h/d)
including the projecting parts
69 × 67 × 131 mm
(2 3/4 × 2 3/4 × 5 1/4 in.) (w/h/d)
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including the projecting parts, and the NP-
FH60 rechargeable battery pack attached
Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH60
Maximum output voltage
Mass (approx.)
DC 8.4 V
370 g (13 oz) main unit only
450 g (15 oz) including the NP-FH60
rechargeable battery pack, and a “Memory
Stick PRO Duo”
Output voltage
DC 7.2 V
Capacity
7.2 Wh (1 000 mAh)
Dimensions (approx.)
Handycam Station DCRA-C191
Input/Output connectors
31.8 × 33.3 × 45.0 mm
(1 5/16 × 1 5/16 × 1 13/16 in.) (w/h/d)
Mass (approx.)
Audio/Video output
80 g (2.9 oz)
10 pin connector
Operating temperature
Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms)
Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms)
Chrominance signal: 0.3 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms)
Audio signal: 327 mV (at load impedance 47
kΩ (kilohms)), Output impedance with less
than 2.2 kΩ (kilohms)
0 °C to + 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
Type
Lithium ion
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
• Your camcorder is produced under the license of
Dolby Laboratories.
COMPONENT OUT jack
Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms)
PB/PR, CB/CR: +/- 350 mV, 75 Ω (ohms)
USB jack
mini-B
Notice for the customer in the
countries applying EU Directives
HDR-CX6EK: You cannot input signals to
your camcorder through this jack.
The manufacturer of this product is Sony
Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku
Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized
Representative for EMC and product
safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH,
Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart,
Germany. For any service or guarantee
matters please refer to the addresses given
in separate service or guarantee
AC Adaptor AC-L200/L200B
Power requirements
AC 100 V - 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Current consumption
0.35 - 0.18 A
Power consumption
18 W
Output voltage
documents.
DC 8.4 V*
Operating temperature
0 °C to + 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
Storage temperature
-20 °C to + 60 °C (-4 °F to + 140 °F)
Dimensions (approx.)
48 × 29 × 81 mm
(1 15/16 × 1 3/16 × 3 1/4 in.) (w/h/d)
excluding the projecting parts
Mass (approx.)
170 g (6.0 oz) excluding the mains lead
* See the label on the AC Adaptor for other
specifications.
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• “Memory Stick,” “
Duo,” “
PRO Duo,” “
,” “Memory Stick
,” “Memory Stick
,”
“Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo,”
“
,” “Memory Stick
Micro,” “MagicGate,” “
,”
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Memory Stick Duo” are trademarks or
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Additional information on this product and
answers to frequently asked questions can
be found at our Customer Support Website.
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