4-271-344-12(1)
3D Digital HD Video
Camera Recorder
Operating Guide
HDR-TD10E
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 CUSTOMERS IN EUROPE
Notice for the customers in the
countries applying EU Directives
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 documents.
Disposal of waste batteries
(applicable in the European
Union and other European
countries with separate
collection systems)
ATTENTION
The electromagnetic fields at the specific
frequencies may influence the picture and
sound of this unit.
This product has been tested and found
compliant with the limits set out in the
EMC Directive for using connection cables
shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet).
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
will help to conserve natural resources.
In case of products that for safety,
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.
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.
Disposal of Old Electrical
& Electronic Equipment
(Applicable in the European
Union and other European
countries with separate
collection systems)
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
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.
electrical and electronic equipment.
By ensuring this product is disposed of
correctly, you will help prevent potential
negative consequences for the environment
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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.
These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and
can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following
measures:
For customers in the U.S.A.
If you have any questions about this
product, you may call:
Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-
222-SONY (7669).
The number below is for the FCC related
matters only.
Regulatory Information
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: HDR-TD10E
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego,
CA 92127 U.S.A.
Telephone No.: 858-942-2230
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
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.
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.
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.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in
this manual could void your authority to
operate this equipment.
Note
This equipment has been tested and found
to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules.
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Supplied items
Using the camcorder
Do not hold the camcorder by the following
parts, and also do not hold the camcorder by
the jack covers.
The numbers in ( ) are the supplied
quantity.
Camcorder (1)
AC Adaptor (1)
Shoe cover
LCD screen
Power cord (Mains lead) (1)
HDMI cable (1)
A/V connecting cable (1)
USB cable (1)
USB Adaptor Cable (1)
Wireless Remote Commander (1)
A button-type lithium battery is already
installed. Remove the insulation sheet before
using the Wireless Remote Commander.
Battery pack
Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV70 (1)
CD-ROM “Handycam” Application
Software (1) (p. 39)
“PMB” (software, including “PMB Help”)
“Handycam” Handbook (PDF)
“Operating Guide” (This manual) (1)
The camcorder is not dustproofed, dripproofed
or waterproofed. See “Precautions” (p. 61).
Viewing 3D movies
You may feel uncomfortable symptoms
such as eyestrain, nausea, or a tired feeling
while watching 3D movies recorded with
the camcorder on 3D compatible monitors.
When you watch 3D movies, we recommend
that you take a break at regular time intervals.
Since the need for or frequency of break times
varies between individuals, please set your
own standards. If you feel sick, stop watching
3D movies, and consult a doctor as needed.
Also, refer to the operating instructions of
the connected device or the software used
with the camcorder. A child’s vision is always
vulnerable (especially for children under 6
years of age). Before allowing them to watch 3D
movies, please consult with an expert, such as a
pediatric or ophthalmic doctor. Make sure your
children follow the precautions above.
with this camcorder.
The way people perceive 3D movies varies from
person to person.
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Menu items, LCD panel, and lens
About language setting
Avoid operating the touch panel under
following conditions, as doing so may cause a
malfunction of the camcorder.
When there are droplets of water on the touch
panel
The on-screen displays in each local language
are used for illustrating the operating
procedures. Change the screen language before
using the camcorder if necessary (p. 17).
On recording
With wet fingers
With a pointed object such as pencil,
ballpoint pen, nail, etc.
Holding the camcorder by grabbing the panel
inside the frame
To ensure stable operation of the memory
card, it is recommended to format the memory
card with your camcorder before the first
use. 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.
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.
Television programs, films, video tapes,
and other materials may be copyrighted.
Unauthorized recording of such materials may
be contrary to the copyright laws.
With gloves on
A menu item that is grayed out is not available
under the current recording or playback
conditions.
The LCD screen is manufactured using
extremely high-precision technology, so over
99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective
use. However, there may be some tiny black
points and/or bright points (white, red, blue,
or green in color) that appear constantly on the
LCD screen. These points are normal results of
the manufacturing process and do not affect the
recording in any way.
Use the camcorder in accordance with local
regulations.
Black points
Notes on playing back
White, red, blue or green points
You may not be able to play back normally
images recorded on your camcorder with other
devices. Also, you may not be able to play back
images recorded on other devices with your
camcorder.
Standard (STD) image quality movies recorded
on SD memory cards cannot be played on AV
equipment of other manufacturers.
Exposing the LCD screen or the lens to direct
sunlight for long periods of time may cause
malfunctions.
Do not aim at the sun. Doing so might cause
your camcorder to malfunction. Take images
of the sun only in low light conditions, such as
at dusk.
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DVD media recorded with HD image
quality (high definition)
Note on the camcorder/battery pack
temperature
DVD media recorded with high definition
image quality (HD) can be played back with
devices that are compatible with the AVCHD
standard. You cannot play discs recorded with
high definition image quality (HD) with DVD
players/recorders as they are not compatible
with the AVCHD format. If you insert a disc
recorded with the AVCHD format (high
definition image quality (HD)) into a DVD
player/recorder, you may not be able to eject
the disc.
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.
When the camcoder is connected to a
computer or accessories
Do not try to format the recording media of the
camcorder using a computer. If you do so, your
camcorder may not operate correctly.
Save all your recorded image data
To prevent your image data from being lost,
save all your recorded images on external media
periodically. To save images on your computer,
devices, see page 42.
3D movies cannot be saved on a disc. Save them
on external media devices (p. 44).
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.
The type of discs or media on which the
images can be saved depend on the [
REC
Mode] selected when the images were recorded.
Movies recorded with [50p Quality ] can
recorded with [Highest Quality ] can be
saved on external media devices or on Blu-ray
discs (p. 44).
If you cannot record/play back images,
perform [Format]
If you repeat recording/deleting images for
a long time, fragmentation of data occurs on
the recording media. Images cannot be saved
or recorded. In such a case, save your images
on some type of external media first, and then
Notes on battery pack/AC Adaptor
Be sure to remove the battery pack or the AC
Adaptor after turning off the camcorder.
Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the
camcorder, holding both the camcorder and the
DC plug.
perform [Format] by touching
[Setup] [ Media Settings)]
[Format] the desired medium
(MENU)
(
.
Notes on optional accessories
We recommend using genuine Sony accessories.
Genuine Sony accessories may not be available
in some countries/regions.
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About this manual, illustrations and
on-screen displays
In this manual, the
and
icons indicate
the 3D and 2D sides of the 2D/3D switch,
respectively.
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.
In this manual, the internal memory 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.
Design and specifications of your camcorder
and accessories are subject to change without
notice.
Notes on use
Do not do any of the following. Otherwise, the
recording media may be damaged, recorded
images may be impossible to play back or may
be lost, or other malfunctions could occur.
ejecting the memory card when the access
removing the battery pack or AC Adaptor
from the camcorder, or applying mechanical
shock or vibration to the camcorder when the
When using a shoulder belt (sold separately), do
not crash the camcorder against an object.
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Table of contents
and
The items you can set differ depending on the position of the switch.
Read this first.. . . . . . . . . ................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Step 1: Charging the battery pack................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Charging the battery pack abroad.......................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Changing the language setting............................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Step 3: Preparing the recording media.............................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
To check the recording media settings.................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Copying movies and photos................................ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Recording.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .................................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Optimum distance from the subject and zooming level.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
during recording............................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Playback on the camcorder............................................ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Performing Highlight Playback............................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Playing images on a TV................................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Deleting images.. . . . . . ................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Useful functions available if you connect the camcorder to computer.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Preparing a computer ................................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
When using a Macintosh...................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Starting PMB (Picture Motion Browser)............................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
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Selecting a method for saving images with an external device.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Saving images on an external media device......................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
other than DVDirect Express............................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Using menus.. . . . . . . . . . . . .................................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Getting detailed information from the “Handycam”Handbook.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Troubleshooting.. . . . .................................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Recording time of movies/number of recordable photos......... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Precautions.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . ................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Specifications.. . . . . . . . . . . ................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Screen indicators.. . . . . . . ................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Parts and controls.. . . . . . .................................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Index.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ................................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
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Getting started
Step 1: Charging the battery pack
Battery pack
AC Adaptor
Power cord (Mains
lead)
To the wall outlet (wall
socket)
/CHG (flash/charge) lamp
DC plug
DC IN jack
Align the mark on the DC plug with that on
the DC IN jack.
You can charge the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (V series) after attaching it to your
camcorder.
Notes
You cannot attach any “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack other than the V series to your camcorder.
Turn off your camcorder by closing the LCD screen.
1
Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction of the arrow until it
clicks.
2
Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to your
camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket).
3
The /CHG (flash/charge) lamp lights up and charging starts. The /CHG (flash/charge)
lamp turns off when the battery pack is fully charged.
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When the battery is charged, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN
jack of your camcorder.
4
Charging time
Approximate time (min.) required when you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack.
Battery pack
NP-FV50
NP-FV70 (supplied)
NP-FV100
Charging time
155
195
390
The charging times shown in the table above are measured when charging the camcorder at a
temperature of 25 C (77 °F). It is recommended that you charge the battery in a temperature range of
10 C to 30 C (50 °F to 86 °F).
Tips
When your camcorder is on, you can check the approximate amount of remaining battery power with the
remaining battery indicator at the upper right on the LCD screen.
To remove the battery pack
Close the LCD screen. Slide the BATT (battery) release lever () and remove the battery
pack ().
To use a wall outlet (wall socket) as a power source
pack is attached, the battery pack is not discharged.
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Notes on the battery pack
When you remove the battery pack or disconnect the AC Adaptor, turn the camcorder off and make sure
that the
The /CHG (flash/charge) lamp flashes during charging under the following conditions:
The battery pack is not attached correctly.
The battery pack is damaged.
The temperature of the battery pack is low.
Remove the battery pack from your camcorder and put it in a warm place.
The temperature of the battery pack is high.
Remove the battery pack from your camcorder and put it in a cool place.
We do not recommend using an NP-FV30, which only allows short recording and playback times, with
your camcorder.
In the default setting, the power turns off automatically if you leave your camcorder without any
operation for about 5 minutes, to save battery power ([A. Shut Off]).
Notes on the AC Adaptor
Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from
the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately if any malfunction occurs while using your camcorder.
Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture.
Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic objects. This
may cause a malfunction.
Charging the battery pack abroad
You can charge the battery pack in any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with
your camcorder within the AC 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz range.
Do not use an electronic voltage transformer.
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Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the
date and time
Open the LCD screen of your camcorder.
1
Your camcorder is turned on.
To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is open, press POWER.
MODE lamp
POWER button
Select the desired language, then touch [Next].
2
Touch the button on the
LCD screen
Select the desired geographical area with
/
, then touch [Next].
3
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Set [Summer Time], then touch [Next].
If you set [Summer Time] to [On], the clock advances 1 hour.
4
Select the date format, then touch [Next].
5
6
Select the date and time, touch
[Next] *.
/
to set the value, then touch
* The confirmation screen appears only when you set the clock for the first time.
The clock starts.
To set the date and time again, touch
(MENU) [Setup] [
(
Clock Settings)]
[Date & Time Setting] [Date & Time]. When an item is not on the screen, touch / until the
item appears.
Touch [Run].
7
If you touch [Run Later], the recording mode screen appears. When you turn on the camcorder
next time, the [Auto 3D Lens Adjust] screen will appear.
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Aim the camcorder at a subject to display it on the LCD screen.
8
9
Be sure that the subject produces a scale higher than the mark. The subject will appear doubled.
If you feel uncomfortable viewing the image in 3D, press 2D/3D DISP and check the image in 2D
(p. 22).
Scale
Touch
.
The camcorder automatically zooms in or out to adjust the lenses. Do not change the subject until
the adjustment is completed.
Notes
If [Could not adjust.] appears, touch [Run Again].
Type of subjects that should be displayed on the LCD screen for [Auto 3D Lens
Adjust]
The scale indicated varies depending on the subject displayed on the LCD screen.
Subjects that indicate a higher scale:
Bright subjects, such as objects outdoors in daylight
Subjects with various colors and shapes
Subjects that indicate a lower scale and result in adjustment failure:
Dark subjects, such as objects viewed at night
Subjects within 2 m (6 ft. 6 3/4 in.) away from the camcorder
Plain, non-colorful subjects
Subjects that repeat the same pattern, such as rows of windows on buildings
Moving subjects
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Notes
The date and time does not appear during recording, but they are automatically recorded on the
recording media, and can be displayed during playback. To display the date and time, touch
(MENU) [Setup] [
(
Playback Settings)] [Data Code] [Date/Time]
.
You can turn off the operation beeps by touching
(MENU) [Setup] [ General
(
Settings)] [Beep] [Off]
.
To turn off the power
Close the LCD screen.
The (Movie) lamp flashes for a few seconds and the camcorder is turned off.
Tips
You can turn off the camcorder also by pressing POWER.
When [Power On By LCD] is set to [Off], turn off your camcorder by pressing POWER.
Changing the language setting
You can change the on-screen displays to show messages in a specified language.
Touch
(MENU) [Setup] [
(
General Settings)] [Language Setting]
a desired language
.
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Step 3: Preparing the recording media
The recording media that can be used are displayed on the screen of your camcorder as
following icons.
*
Internal memory
Memory card
* In the default setting, both movies and photos are recorded on this recording media. You can perform
recording, playback and editing operations on the selected medium.
Tips
Selecting recording media
Touch
Select].
(MENU) [Setup] [
(
Media Settings)] [Media
The [Media Select] screen appears.
Touch the desired recording medium
.
Both movies and photos are recorded on the selected medium.
To check the recording media settings
In either movie recording mode or photo recording mode, the media icon of the selected
recording media is displayed at the top right corner of the screen.
Recording media icon
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Inserting a memory card
Notes
Set the recording medium to [Memory Card] to record movies and/or photos on a memory card.
Types of memory card you can use with your camcorder
SD Speed Class
—
Described in this
manual
“Memory Stick PRO
Duo” media (Mark2)
“Memory Stick PRO
Duo” media
“Memory Stick PRO-
HG Duo” media
SD memory card
SDHC memory card
SDXC memory card
Class 4 or faster
SD card
Operation with all memory cards is not assured.
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media, half the size of “Memory Stick”, or standard size SD cards can be used
for this camcorder.
Do not attach a label or the like on memory card or memory card adaptor. Doing so may cause a
malfunction.
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media of up to 32 GB and SD cards of up to 64 GB have been verified to
operate with your camcorder.
Notes
A MultiMediaCard cannot be used with this camcorder.
Movies recorded on SDXC memory cards cannot be imported to or played back on computers or AV
devices not supporting the exFAT* file system by connecting the camcorder to these devices with the
USB cable. Confirm in advance that the connecting equipment is supporting the exFAT system. If you
connect an equipment not supporting the exFAT system and the format screen appears, do not perform
the format. All the data recorded will be lost.
* The exFAT is a file system that is used for SDXC memory cards.
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Open the cover, and insert the memory card with the nothched edge in the
direction as illustrated until it clicks.
Close the cover after inserting the memory card.
Access lamp
Note the direction of notched corner.
The [Preparing image database file. Please wait.] screen appears if you insert a new
memory card. Wait until the screen disappears.
Close the cover.
Notes
If [Failed to create a new Image Database File. It may be possible that there is not enough free space.] is
displayed, format the memory card.
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.
Do not open the cover during recording.
When inserting or ejecting the memory card, be careful so that the memory card does not pop out and
drop.
To eject the memory card
Open the cover and lightly push the memory card in once.
Copying movies and photos
Touch
(MENU) [Edit/Copy] [Copy], then follow the instructions that appear
on the screen.
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Recording movies
MODE button
(Movie): When recording a movie
(Photo): When recording a photo
[STBY] [REC]
START/STOP button
2D/3D switch
Press MODE to turn on the (Movie) lamp.
Press START/STOP to start recording.
To stop recording, press START/STOP again.
Tips
Shoot the subject from about 80 cm to 6 m (3 ft. to 20 ft.) away to obtain good 3D movies. The optimum
distance varies when you use zooming (p. 26).
To record 2D movies
Set the 2D/3D switch to 2D.
Notes
Do not operate the 2D/3D switch during recording. The camcorder stops recording.
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To display items on the LCD screen again
Touch anywhere on the screen except the buttons on the LCD screen so that you can use
items. You can change the settings using the [Display Setting] menu.
about 4sec
after
To record movies in 3D while viewing them in 2D on the LCD screen of the camcorder
If you record 3D movie for a long time, you may feel uncomfortable. Press 2D/3D DISP to
switch the image from 3D to 2D. The image appears in 2D, but the camcorder continues
recording in 3D.
When the screen is switched from 2D to 3D, the screen becomes darker. This is not a
malfunction.
Notes
If you close the LCD screen while recording movies, the camcorder stops recording.
The maximum continuous recordable time of a movie is as follows.
3D: about 6 hours 30 minutes
2D: about 13 hours
When a movie file exceeds 2 GB, the next movie file is created automatically.
It will take several seconds until you can start recording after you turn on the camcorder. You cannot
operate your camcorder during this time.
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.
The media icon in the upper right of the LCD screen is flashing
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Tips
You can record photos during movie recording by pressing PHOTO fully (Dual Rec).
[
SteadyShot] is set to [Active] in the default setting.
You can specify the priority face by touching it.
You can capture photos from recorded movies.
You can check the recordable time, estimated remaining capacity, etc., by touching
(MENU)
[Setup] [
(
Media Settings)] [Media Info].
The LCD screen of your camcorder can display recording images across the entire screen (full pixel
display). However, this may cause slight trimming of the top, bottom, right and left edges of images when
played back on a TV which is not compatible with full pixel display. In the case of 2D recording, set
[Guide Frame] to [On], and record images using the outer frame displayed on the screen as a guide.
To adjust the angle of the LCD panel, first open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (), and
then adjust the angle ().
90 degrees (max.)
90 degrees to the
180 degrees (max.)
camcorder
Watch 3D movies on the LCD screen squarely from about 30 cm (11 7/8 in.) away.
Data code during recording
The recording date, time and condition 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, touch
Settings)] [Data Code] a desired setting
(MENU) [Setup] [
(
Playback
.
Shooting photos
MODE button
(Movie): When recording a movie
(Photo): When recording a photo
Flashes Lights up
PHOTO button
2D/3D switch
When
disappears, the photo is recorded.
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Set the 2D/3D switch to 2D.
Press MODE to turn on the (Photo) lamp.
The LCD screen display switches for photo recording mode, and the screen aspect ratio
becomes 4:3.
Press PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus, then press it fully.
Note
You cannot shoot photos in 3D.
Tips
To change the image size, touch
(MENU) [Image Quality/Size] [
Image Size] a desired
setting
You cannot record photos while
.
is displayed.
Your camcorder flashes automatically when there is insufficient ambient light. The flash does not work in
the movie recording mode. You can change how your camcorder flashes by (MENU) [Camera/
Mic] [ Flash)] [Flash] a desired setting
(
.
If white circular spots appear on photos
This is caused by particles (dust, pollen, etc.) floating close to the lens. When they are
accentuated by the camcorder’s flash, they appear as white circular spots.
To reduce the white circular spots, light the room and shoot the subject without a flash.
Particles (dust, pollen, etc.)
in the air
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Optimum distance from the subject and zooming level
The distance at which you can obtain movies with a deep, 3-dimensional appearance
varies depending on the zooming level.
Adjust the zooming level with the power zoom lever.
Wider range of view Close view
(Wide angle)
(Telephoto)
Distance from the subject
Zoom
about 80 cm to 6 m
(3 ft. to 20 ft.)
about 2.5 m to 10 m
(8 ft. to 32 ft.)
about 7.5 m to 20 m
(25 ft. to 65 ft.)
Adjusting the 3-dimensional appearance of the image during recording
[3D Depth Adjustment] is assigned to the MANUAL dial as the default setting. You can
adjust the depth of 3D images by operating the MANUAL dial.
MANUAL button
MANUAL dial
Press MANUAL.
Rotate the MANUAL dial to adjust the depth of the image on the screen.
If you press MANUAL for several seconds, you can assign another menu item to the MANUAL dial.
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Playback
on the camcorder
You can enjoy the playback of images with powerful sound through the stereo speakers built
into the camcorder.
In the default setting, movies and photos that are recorded on the internal recording media
are played.
Tips
The camcorder displays recorded images as an event automatically, based on the date and time.
To play back 2D movies, set the 2D/3D switch to 2D.
Open the LCD screen of your camcorder.
1
2
Your camcorder is turned on.
Press
(View Images).
The Event View screen appears after some seconds.
Touch
/
to select the desired event ().
3
Highlight
Playback
button
To the MENU screen
Events
/
: To the previous/next event
Event name
Change to the movie/photo recording mode
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Time-line bar
Highlight Playback button*
Change Event Scale button
* Appears only when the image quality is set to [
HD Quality].
The Event Index screen appears when you touch the event that is displayed on the center.
You can also choose an event by touching on the time-line bar.
Touch
(Change Event Scale) on the bottom right of the screen so that you can change the
time range of the time-line bar from one and a half years to 3 months, which changes the number
of the events that can be displayed on the time-line bar.
Touch an image you want to view.
4
To go back to the Event View screen
Displays the previous/next page (Touching and holding the button scrolls the index
screen.)
Changes to the movie/photo recording mode
Event title
Switch Image Type button (2D only)
Total playing time of movies in the event
Touch to select the image type to be displayed in the index from [
MOVIE] (movies only),
[
[
PHOTO] (photos only), or [
PHOTO] (photos only) is selected, total number of photos in the event is displayed in .
MOVIE/PHOTO](movies and photos mixed). When
appears with the movie or photo that was most recently played or recorded. If you touch the
movie or photo with , you can continue playback from the previous time.
Notes
If you operate the 2D/3D switch, the recording mode screen appears. Do not operate the 2D/3D switch
during playback.
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Tips
When the 2D/3D switch is set to 3D, only 3D movies are played back. When the switch is set to 2D, both
3D and 2D images are played back in 2D.
Operating the camcorder while playing a movie
You can use the functions shown in the figure below while the camcorder is playing a movie.
Volume adjustment
Delete
Context
To stop*
Previous
Next
To fast-forward*
To pause*/play
To fast-reverse*
* These buttons can be used only when the camcorder is playing a movie.
Notes
You may not be able to play back the images with other devices than camcorder.
Tips
The above figure appears also when you select [
Type button on the Even Index screen (2D only).
MOVIE/PHOTO] by touching the Switch Image
Touching
on the playback screen displays functions you can currently use, and allows you to use those
functions easily.
When playback from the selected image reaches the last image, the screen returns to the INDEX screen.
Touch
As you repeat touching
/
during pause to play back movies slowly.
during playback, movies are played as fast as about 5 times
/
about 10 times about 30 times about 60 times.
The recording date, time, and shooting conditions are recorded automatically during recording. This
information is not displayed during recording, but you can display it during playback by touching
(MENU) [Setup] [
(
Playback Settings)] [Data Code] a desired setting
.
In the default setting, a protected demonstration movie is pre-recorded.
To adjust the sound volume of movies
While playing back movies, touch
adjust with
/
.
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Adjusting the depth of 3D movies
You can adjust the depth while playing back 3D movies.
Touch [3D Depth Adjustment] on the 3D movie playback screen.
The movie stops and the screen used to adjust the vertical direction appears.
Touch
/
to adjust the vertical direction [Next].
The screen used to adjust horizontal direction appears.
Touch
/
to adjust the horizontal direction
.
Viewing photos
You can use the functions shown in the figure below while you are viewing photos. The figure
below will be displayed when you select [
button on the Event Index screen.
PHOTO] by touching the Switch Image Type
Delete
Context
Previous
Next
To start/stop slide show
Tips
To repeat Slideshow, touch
[Slideshow Set].
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Playing images on a TV
Connection methods, the image type
(3D or 2D) and the image quality (high
definition (HD) or standard definition
(STD)) viewed on the TV screen differ
depending on what type of TV is
List of connection
Connecting to a 3D TV
Movies recorded in 3D are played back in
3D. Make sure that the 2D/3D switch of the
camcorder is set to 3D.
connected, and the connectors used.
Output connectors on the camcorder
HDMI OUT jack
HDMI Cable (supplied)
A/V Remote
Connector
1
2
3
Switch the input on the TV to the
connected jack.
Refer to the instruction manuals of the TV.
Connect the camcorder to a TV.
Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power
source (p. 12).
Play a movie or a photo on the
camcorder (p. 27).
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Connecting to a high definition TV
Connecting to a non-high-definition
16:9 (wide) or 4:3 TV
When the recording quality is high
definition image quality (HD), the movies
are played back in high definition image
quality (HD). When the recoding quality is
standard image quality (STD), the movies
are played back in standard definition
image quality (STD).
When movies are recorded with high
definition image quality (HD), they are
played back in standard definition image
quality (STD). When movies are recoded
with standard image quality (STD), they are
played back in standard definition image
quality (STD).
HDMI Cable (supplied)
A/V connecting cable
(supplied)
(Yellow)
(White)
(Red)
A/V connecting cable with
S VIDEO (sold separately)
(White)
(Red)
(Yellow)
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When you connect with HDMI cable
When connecting to your TV via a VCR
Use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo.
Use an HDMI mini connector on one end
(for the camcorder), and a plug suitable for
connecting your TV on the other end.
Copyright-protected images are not output
from the HDMI OUT jack of your camcorder.
Some TVs may not function correctly (e.g., no
sound or image) with this connection.
Do not connect the camcorder HDMI OUT
jack to an external device HDMI OUT jack, as
malfunction may result.
When the connected device is compatible
with 5.1ch surround sound, high definition
image quality (HD) movies are output in
5.1ch surround sound automatically. Standard
definition image quality (STD) movies are
converted to 2ch sound.
Connect your camcorder to the LINE IN input
on the VCR using the A/V connecting cable. Set
the input selector on the VCR to LINE (VIDEO
1, VIDEO 2, etc.).
Notes
When you play back standard definition image
quality (STD) movies on a 4:3 TV that is not
compatible with the 16:9 signal, record movies
with 4:3 aspect ratio. Touch
[Image Quality/Size] [
(MENU)
Wide Mode]
[4:3]
.
When the A/V connecting cable is used to
output movies, movies are output with standard
definition image quality (STD).
If your TV/VCR has a 21-pin adaptor
(EUROCONNECTOR)
To set the aspect ratio according to the
connected TV (16:9/4:3)
Set [TV Type] to [16:9] or [4:3] according to
your TV.
Use a 21-pin adaptor (sold separately) to
view playback pictures.
TV/VCR
When you connect with A/V
connecting cable with S-Video
When the S VIDEO plug (S VIDEO channel)
is connected, audio signals are not output. To
output audio signals, connect the white and red
plugs to the audio input jack of your TV.
Tips
If you connect your camcorder to the TV using
more than one type of cable to output images,
the order of priority of the TV input jacks is as
follows:
HDMI component S VIDEO video
HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface)
is an interface to send both video/audio signals.
The HDMI OUT jack outputs high quality
images and digital audio.
This connection produces higher resolution
images compared with the A/V connecting cable.
When your TV is monaural (When your
TV has only one audio input jack)
Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting
cable to the video input jack and connect the
white (left channel) or red (right channel) plug
to the audio input jack of your TV or VCR.
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On “Photo TV HD”
This camcorder is compatible with the
“Photo TV HD” standard. “Photo TV
HD” allows for highly-detailed, photo-
like depiction of subtle textures and
colors. By connecting Sony’s Photo TV
HD-compatible devices using the HDMI
cable*, a whole new world of photos can be
enjoyed in breathtaking full HD quality.
*
The TV will automatically switch to the
appropriate mode when [ PHOTO] is
selected with the Switch Image Type button.
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Advanced Operations
Deleting images
You can free media space by deleting
movies and photos from recording media.
Notes
You cannot restore images once they are
deleted. Save important movies and photos in
advance.
Do not remove the battery pack or the AC
Adaptor from your camcorder while deleting
the images. It may damage the recording media.
Do not eject memory card while deleting
images from the memory card.
You cannot delete protected movies and photos.
Undo the protection of the movies and photos
to delete them, before you try to delete them.
The demonstration movie on your camcorder
is protected.
4
5
Touch and display the mark
on the movies or photos to be
deleted.
If you delete movies/photos that are included
in saved scenarios, the scenarios will also be
deleted.
Touch and hold the desired thumbnail so
that you can confirm the image. Touch
to return to the previous screen.
Tips
If you start playing back an image by selecting it
from the Event Index screen, you can delete the
image using on the playback screen.
To delete all images recorded in the recording
media, and recover all the recordable space of
the media, format the media.
Reduced-size images which enable you to view
many images at the same time on an index
screen are called “thumbnails.”
Touch
.
To delete all movies/photos in a event
at one time
In step 3, touch [All In Event].
1
2
Press
(View Images)(p. 27).
Touch
Copy] [Delete].
(MENU) [Edit/
Touch
event, then touch
/
to select the desired
.
3
To select and delete movies,
touch
Touch and hold the desired thumbnail so
that you can confirm the image. Touch
to return to the previous screen.
[Multiple Images].
For 2D, after touching [Multiple Images],
select [ MOVIE]/[ PHOTO]/
MOVIE/PHOTO]. When
Touch
.
[
[
/
Setting] is set to [
appears instead of
STD
.
Quality],
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Saving movies and photos with a computer
Useful functions available if you connect the
camcorder to computer
The software PMB stored in the CD-ROM (supplied) includes functions that enable you to do
more with the images recorded with the camcorder.
View
Save on a disc
Copying back to
the camcorder
DVD/Blu-ray
Edit
Joining image files
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Preparing a computer
Display
Step 1 Checking the computer
system
Minimum 1,024 × 768 dots
Others
USB port (this must be provided as standard,
Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 compatible)), Blu-
ray disc/DVD burner (CD-ROM drive is
necessary for installation) Either NTFS or
exFAT file system is recommended as the
hard disk file system.
Windows
OS*1
Microsoft Windows XP SP3*2/Windows Vista
SP2*3/Windows 7
CPU*4
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/FH or 3D movies, and Intel
Core 2 Duo 2.40 GHz or faster is required
when processing PS movies.)
Macintosh
OS
Music Transfer: Mac OS X*5 (v10.4 - v10.6)
*1 Standard installation is required. Operation is
not assured if the OS has been upgraded or in a
multi-boot environment.
However, Intel Pentium III 1 GHz or faster is
sufficient for the following operations:
Importing the movies and photos to the
computer
*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.
One Touch Disc Burn
Creating a Blu-ray disc/AVCHD recording
disc/DVD-video (Intel Core Duo 1.66 GHz
or faster is required when creating a DVD
video by converting high definition image
quality (HD) to standard definition image
quality (STD).)
Copying a disc
Processing only the movies with standard
definition image quality (STD)
*3 Starter (Edition) is not supported.
*4 Faster processor is recommended.
*5 Macintosh computer with an Intel processor.
Notes
Operation with all computer environments is
not assured.
Application
When using a Macintosh
PMB/Music Transfer
Memory
The supplied software “PMB” is not
supported by Macintosh computers. To
import the movies and photos to the
computer, please contact Apple Inc.
For Windows XP: 512 MB or more (1 GB or
more is recommended.)
However, 256 MB or more is sufficient for
processing only the movies with standard
definition image quality (STD).
For Windows Vista/Windows 7: 1 GB or
more
Hard disk
Disk volume required for installation:
Approximately 500 MB (10 GB or more
may be necessary when creating AVCHD
recording discs. 50 GB maximum may be
necessary when creating Blu-ray discs.)
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Step 2 Installing the supplied
software “PMB”
Select the language for the
application to be installed, then
proceed to the next screen.
Install “PMB” before connecting your
camcorder to a computer.
Notes
Read the terms of the license
agreement carefully. If you agree
to the terms, change to , and
then click [Next] [Install].
Even if another version of “PMB” has already
been installed on your computer, install
the version of “PMB” supplied with your
camcorder.
If the version of “PMB” on the computer is
newer than that of “PMB” supplied with your
camcorder, a message appears. In this case,
discontinue the installation.
Follow the instructions that
appear on the computer screen
to continue the installation.
You may be required to install some
other applications included on the disc at
the same time. If the installation display
appears, follow the instructions that appear
on the screen.
When you are required to restart the
computer, follow the instructions that
appear on the screen and restart it.
Connect the camcorder to the computer
when you are instructed to do so.
The new version does not include the data
disc creation function. Create a data disc using
software on your computer.
Confirm that your camcorder is
not connected to the computer.
Turn on the computer.
Log on as an Administrator for
installation.
Close all applications running on the
computer before installing the software.
Connect the camcorder to the
computer using the USB cable,
then touch [USB Connect] on the
LCD screen of the camcorder.
Place the supplied CD-ROM in
the disc drive of your computer.
The installation screen appears.
If the screen does not appear, click
[Start] [Computer] (in Windows
XP, [My Computer]), then double-click
[SONYPMB (E:)] (CD-ROM)*.
* Drive names (such as (E:)) may vary
depending on the computer.
USB cable (supplied)
Click [Install].
Select the country or region.
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Disconnect the USB cable.
If you are using Windows 7, the
icon may
When the installation is
completed, remove the CD-ROM
from the computer.
Click (PMB icon) that appears on the
desktop of the computer to start up the
software.
not appear on the desktop of the computer. In
this case, you can disconnect the camcorder
from your computer without following the
procedures described above.
Notes
Do not format the internal memory of the
camcorder using a computer. If you do this, the
camcorder will not operate correctly.
Do not insert AVCHD recording discs that have
been created using the “PMB” software to DVD
players or recorders, as these devices do not
support the AVCHD standard. If you do, you
may not be able to remove the disc from these
devices.
When you access the camcorder from the
computer, use the supplied software “PMB.” Do
not modify the files or folders on the camcorder
from the computer. The image files may be
damaged or may not be played back.
Operation is not guaranteed, if you operate the
data on the camcorder from the computer.
The camcorder automatically divides an image
file that exceeds 2 GB or larger 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 of the camcorder or the “PMB”
software.
Notes
To create discs or use other functions on
Windows XP, Image Mastering API v2.0 for
Windows XP should be installed. If Image
Mastering API v2.0 for Windows XP has not
been installed yet, select it from required
programs on the installation screen and install
it following the procedures displayed. (The
computer must be connected to the internet
for the installation.) You may install Image
Mastering API v2.0 for Windows XP in
response to the message displayed when you try
to start those functions.
Operation is not guaranteed if you read or write
video data from or to the camcorder using
software other than the supplied “PMB.” For the
information on the compatibility of the software
you are using, consult the manufacturer of the
software.
To disconnect your camcorder from the
computer
Use the supplied “PMB” software when you
import long movies or edited images from
the camcorder to a computer. If you use other
software, the images may not be imported
correctly.
Click the
icon at the bottom right of the
desktop of the computer [Safely remove
USB Mass Storage Device].
When you delete image files, follow the steps
on page 36.
You can create a Blu-ray disc from 2D movies
by using a computer with a Blu-ray disc burner.
Install the BD Add-on Software for “PMB.”
Touch [Cancel] [Yes] on the camcorder
screen.
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Starting PMB (Picture
Motion Browser)
1
Double-click the “PMB”short-cut
icon on the computer screen.
The PMB software starts up.
2
Double-click the “PMB Help”
short-cut icon on the computer
screen to see how to use “PMB.”
Notes
If the icon is not displayed on the computer
screen, click [Start] [All Programs] [
PMB] the desired item.
Tips
Double-click “PMB Launcher” on the desktop
of the computer. This allows you to start the
desired function (application) by selecting one
from a list of “PMB” functions.
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Saving images with an external device
Selecting a method for saving images with an
external device
You can save 3D movies and 2D high definition image quality (HD) movies using an external
device. Select the method to be used according to the device.
Movies
/
External devices
Connecting cable
Page
External media device
Saving images on an external
media device with high
USB Adaptor Cable
(supplied)
definition image quality (HD).
DVD writer other than
DVDirect Express
Saving images on a DVD disc
with high definition image
quality (HD) or with standard
definition image quality (STD).
USB cable
(supplied)
Hard disk recorder, etc.
Saving images on a DVD
disc with standard definition
image quality (STD).
A/V connecting
cable (supplied)
Movies that are recorded with standard definition image quality (STD)
Use the A/V connecting cable to connect the camcorder to an external device in which images
are saved (p. 48).
Notes
The AVCHD recording disc can be played back only on AVCHD format compatible devices.
Discs with high definition image quality (HD) images recorded should not be used in DVD players/
recorders. Because DVD players/recorders are not compatible with the AVCHD format, DVD players/
recorders may fail to eject the disc.
Delete the demonstration movie when copying or creating discs. If it is not deleted, the camcorder may
not operate correctly. However, you cannot recover the demonstration movie once you delete it.
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The devices on which the created disc can be played back
DVD disc with high definition image quality (HD)
AVCHD format playback devices, such as a Sony Blu-ray disc player or a PlayStation3.
DVD disc with standard definition image quality (STD)
Ordinary DVD playback devices, such as a DVD player.
Notes
Always maintain your PlayStation3 to use the latest version of the PlayStation3 system software.
The PlayStation3 may not be available in some countries/regions.
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Saving images on an
external media device
Operation is not assured with every device
satisfying requirements for operating.
For details on available external media devices,
go to the Sony support website in your
country/region.
You can save movies and photos on an
external media device (USB storage
devices), such as an external hard disk
drive. You can also play back images on the
camcorder or another playback device.
Notes
Connect the AC Adaptor and the
1
Refer to the instruction manual supplied with
the external media device.
power cord (mains lead) to the DC
IN jack of your camcorder and the
Tips
You can save 3D movies on an external media
device as they are.
You can import images saved on the external
media device to your computer by using the
supplied software “PMB.”
If the external media device has
the AC power cable, connect it to
the wall outlet (wall socket).
2
Functions available after saving images
on an external media device
Connect the USB Adaptor Cable
(supplied) to the external media
device.
3
playback of images through the camcorder
(p. 46)
importing images to “PMB”
Devices that cannot be used as an
external media device
You cannot use the following devices as an
external media device.
media devices with a capacity exceeding 2 TB
ordinary disc drive such as CD or DVD drive
media devices connected via a USB hub
media devices with built-in USB hub
card reader
4
Connect the USB Adaptor Cable
to the (USB) jack of your
camcorder.
Make sure not to disconnect the USB
cable while [Preparing image database
file. Please wait.] is displayed on the
LCD screen. If [Repair Img. DB F.] is
displayed on the camcorder screen,
Notes
You may not be able to use external media
devices with a code function.
touch
.
The FAT file system is available for your
camcorder. If the storage medium of the
external device was formatted for the NTFS file
system, etc., format the external media device
using the camcorder before use. The format
screen appears when an external media device
is connected to your camcorder. Make sure that
important data has not previously been saved
on the external media device before you format
it using the camcorder.
USB Adaptor Cable
(supplied)
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To disconnect the external media
device
5
6
Connect the external media
device to the camcorder and
touch [Copy.] on the camcorder
screen.
Touch
while the camcorder is in
the playback standby mode ([Event
View] or Event Index is displayed) of the
external media device.
Movies and photos that are stored on
one of the camcorder’s recording media
selected in [Media Select], and that
have not yet been saved on 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.
Disconnect the USB Adaptor Cable.
Notes
The number of scenes you can save on the
external media device are as follows. However,
even if the external media device has free space,
you cannot save scenes exceeding the following
number.
High definition image quality (HD) movies:
Max. 3,999
Standard definition image quality (STD)
movies: Max. 9,999
Photos: Max. 40,000
After operation is completed,
touch
on the camcorder
screen.
The number of scenes may be smaller
depending on the camcorder setting and the
type of images recorded.
When connecting an external media
device
Saving desired movies and photos
The images saved in the external media
device are displayed on the LCD screen.
When an external media device is
connected, the USB icon will appear on the
Event View screen, etc.
You can save desired images in the
camcorder to the external media device.
Connect the camcorder to the
external media device and touch
[Play without copying.].
Event View of the external medium is
displayed.
Touch
Copy] [Copy] .
(MENU) [Edit/
You can make menu settings of the external
media device such as deleting images.
Touch
(MENU) [Edit/Copy] on
Event View.
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Follow the instructions that
appear on the screen to select
the recording media, image
selection methods and type of
the image.
You cannot copy images from an external
media device to the internal recording
medium on the camcorder.
Select the image you want to
view and play back the image
(p. 27).
You can also view images on a TV
connected to your camcorder (p. 32).
You can play back the high definition
image quality (HD) movies on your
computer using [Player for AVCHD].
Start [Player for AVCHD], and select the
drive where the external media device is
connected with [Settings].
When you selected [Multiple
Images], touch the image to be
saved.
To perform [Direct Copy] manually
appears.
You can perform [Direct Copy] manually
while the camcorder is connected to an
external media device.
Touch
(MENU) [Edit/Copy]
[Direct Copy] on the [Event View]
screen of the external media device.
Touch [Copy images that have not been
copied.].
Press and hold the image down on the
LCD screen to confirm the image. Touch
to return to the previous screen.
Touch
.
If you select [All In Event], select the event
to copy with
select multiple events.
/
. You cannot
Notes
If your camcorder does not recognize the
external media device, try the following
operations.
Reconnect the USB Adaptor Cable to your
camcorder.
Touch
on the camcorder screen.
If the external media device has the AC power
cord (mains lead), connect it to the wall outlet
(wall socket).
Playing back images in the external
media device on the camcorder
Connect the camcorder to the
external media device and touch
[Play without copying.].
Event View of the external media
device is displayed.
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Creating a high
definition image
quality (HD) disc with a
DVD writer, etc., other
than DVDirect Express
3
4
Touch [USB Connect] on the
camcorder screen.
Use the USB cable to connect your
Record movies on the connected
device.
For details, refer to the instruction
manuals supplied with the device to be
connected.
camcorder to a disc creation device, which
is compatible with high definition image
quality (HD) movies, such as a Sony DVD
writer. Refer also to the instruction manuals
supplied with the device to be connected.
Notes
5
6
After the operation is completed,
You cannot save 3D movies.
Sony DVD writer may not be available in some
countries/regions.
touch
on the
camcorder screen.
Disconnect the USB cable.
1
2
Connect the AC Adaptor and the
power cord (mains lead) to the
DC IN jack of your camcorder
and the wall outlet (wall socket)
(p. 12).
Turn on your camcorder, and
connect a DVD writer, etc. to your
camcorder with the USB cable
(supplied).
USB cable (supplied)
The [USB Select] screen appears on the
camcorder screen.
If the [USB Select] screen does not appear,
touch
(MENU) [Setup]
Connection)] [USB Connect].
[
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Creating a standard
definition image
quality (STD) disc with
a recorder, etc.
A/V Remote Connector
You can copy images played back on your
camcorder on a disc or video cassette,
by connecting your camcorder to a disc
recorder, a Sony DVD writer, etc., other
than DVDirect Express, with the A/V
connecting cable. Connect the device in
either way of or . Refer also to the
instruction manuals supplied with the
devices to be connected.
Input
S VIDEO
VIDEO
Notes
(Yellow)
(White)
3D movies are converted to 2D with standard
definition image quality (STD).
Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall
socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for this
operation (p. 12).
AUDIO
Sony DVD writer may not be available in some
countries/regions.
(Red)
(Yellow)
High definition image quality (HD) movies
will be copied with standard definition image
quality (STD).
Signal flow
A/V connecting cable (supplied)
A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO
(sold separately)
By using this cable, higher quality
images can be produced than with an
A/V connecting cable. Connect the white
and red plug (left/right audio) and the S
VIDEO plug (S VIDEO channel) of the
A/V connecting cable with an S VIDEO
cable. If you connect the S VIDEO plug
only, you will hear no sound. The yellow
plug (video) connection is not necessary.
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When you connect a monaural device, connect
the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable
to the video input jack, and the white (left
channel) or the red (right channel) plug to the
audio input jack on the device.
1
2
Insert the recording media in the
recording device.
If your recording device has an input
selector, set it to the input mode.
Connect your camcorder to the
recording device (a disc recorder,
etc.) with the A/V connecting
cable (supplied) or an A/V
connecting cable with S VIDEO
(sold separately).
Connect your camcorder to the input jacks
of the recording device.
3
4
Start playback on your
camcorder, and record it on the
recording device.
Refer to the instruction manuals supplied
with your recording device for details.
When dubbing is finished, stop
the recording device, and then
your camcorder.
Notes
Since copying is performed via analog data
transfer, the image quality may deteriorate.
You cannot copy images to recorders connected
with an HDMI cable.
To copy date/time information and camera
data, touch
Playback Settings)] [Data Code]
a desired setting
When the screen size of display devices (TV,
etc.) is 4:3, touch (MENU) [Setup]
(MENU) [Setup]
[
(
.
[
[4:3]
(
Connection)] [TV Type]
.
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Customizing your camcorder
Using menus
You can enjoy using your camcorder more by making good use of menu operations.
The camcorder has various menu items under each of 6 menu categories.
Operating menus
Follow the procedures explained below to set the menu items.
The [Camera/Mic] and [Setup] menus have sub-categories. Touch the sub-category icon, and
the screen changes to other sub-category menus.
Grayed out menu items or settings are not available.
Notes
You may not be able to set some menu items, depending on the recording or playback conditions.
Touch
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.
Smth Slw REC........................... Records fast moving subjects in slow-motion.
Golf Shot.................................... Divides two seconds of fast movement into frames which are then
recorded as a movie and photos.
Camera/Mic
(
Manual Settings)
White Balance................. Adjusts the color balance to the brightness of the recording environment.
Spot Meter/Fcs............... Adjusts the brightness and focus for the selected subject simultaneously.
Spot Meter....................... Adjusts the brightness of images to a subject you touch on the screen.
Spot Focus....................... Focuses on a subject you touch on the screen.
Exposure........................... Adjusts the brightness of movies and photos.
Focus.................................. Focuses manually.
IRIS...................................... Sharpens the subject with its background blurred or sharpens the whole
image.
Shutter Speed................. Adjusts Shutter Speed. When you shoot a moving subject at a higher
shutter speed, it appears as if frozen on the image. At a lower shutter
speed, the subject appears as if it is flowing.
AE Shift.............................. Adjusts the exposure. Touch
if the subject is white or the backlight
is bright, or touch
if the subject is black or the light is dim.
White Balance Shift ...... Adjusts the white balance.
Low Lux............................. Records bright color images in the dim.
(
Camera Settings)
Auto 3D Lens Adjust .... Automatically corrects the vertical position of the right and left movies to
record 3D movies that can be viewed comfortably, without blurring.
Scene Selection ............. Selects an appropriate recording setting according to the type of scene,
such as night view or beach.
Fader.......................... Fades scenes in or out.
Self-Timer................. Sets the self-timer when your camcorder is in photo recording mode.
Tele Macro........................ Shoots a subject in focus with the background out of focus.
SteadyShot.............. Sets the SteadyShot function when recording movies.
SteadyShot.............. Sets the SteadyShot function when shooting photos.
Digital Zoom................... Sets the maximum zoom level of the digital zoom that exceeds the zoom
level of the optical zoom.
Auto Back Light.............. Adjusts the exposure for backlit subjects automatically.
Dial Setting...................... Assigns a function to the MANUAL dial.
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(
Face)
Face Detection............... Adjusts the image quality of the face(s) automatically.
Smile Shutter.................. Automatically takes a shot whenever a smile is detected.
Smile Sensitivity ............ Sets the smile detection sensitivity using the smile shutter function.
Flash)
(
Flash................................... Sets how the flash is activated.
Flash Level ....................... Sets the brightness of flash.
Red Eye Reduction........ Prevents redeye when shooting with flash.
Microphone)
(
Blt-in Zoom Mic ............. Records movies with vivid sound appropriate to the zoom position.
Wind Noise Reduct....... Reduces the wind noise.
Audio Mode .................... Sets the recording sound format (5.1ch surround/2ch stereo).
Micref Level..................... Sets the microphone level.
(
Shooting Assist)
Guide Frame.................... Displays the frame to make sure the subject is horizontal or vertical.
Display Setting............... Sets the duration that icons or indicators are displayed on the LCD screen.
Audio Level Display...... Displays the audio level meter on the LCD screen.
Image Quality/Size
REC Mode .......................... Sets the mode to record movies. When recording fast moving subject, a
high image quality is recommended.
Frame Rate ........................ Sets the frame rate to record movies.
/
Setting................. Sets image quality for recording, playback, or editing movies.
Wide Mode........................ Sets the horizontal to vertical ratio when recording movies with standard
definition image quality (STD).
x.v.Color.............................. Records wider range of colors.
Image Size......................... Sets the photo size.
Playback Function
Event View................................. Shows the Event View display.
Highlight Movie ...................... Starts Highlight Playback.
Scenario............................... Starts playing Highlight Scenario that has been saved.
Edit/Copy
Delete.......................................... Deletes movies or photos.
Protect ........................................ Protects movies or photos to avoid deleting.
Copy ............................................ Copies images back and forth between the selected internal recording
medium and the inserted memory card.
Direct Copy ............................... Copies images stored on the internal recording medium or on a memory
card to some type of external media.
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Setup
(
Media Settings)
Media Select ................... Sets the type of media to be used for recording movies or photos (p. 18).
Media Info........................ Displays information on the recording media, such as free space.
Format............................... Deletes all data on the internal recording media or a memory card.
Repair Img. DB F............. Repairs the image database file on the internal recording media or a
memory card (p. 56).
File Number..................... Sets how to assign the file number.
Playback Settings)
(
Data Code........................ Sets the date and time.
Download Music ........... Downloads music files that can be played with Highlight Playback.
Empty Music ................... Deletes music files.
(
Connection)
Component..................... Select this option when you connect your camcorder to a TV with the
component input jack.
HDMI 3D Setting ........... Select the output format of the right and left images when you connect
your camcorder to a 3D TV with the HDMI cable (supplied).
HDMI Resolution ........... Selects the output image resolution when connecting your camcorder to a
TV with the HDMI cable (supplied).
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 (supplied).
USB Connect................... Selects which type of media on the camcorder is to be used when the
camcorder is connected to an external device via USB.
USB Connect Setting ... Sets the connection mode when the camcorder is connected to a computer
or an USB device.
Disc Burn.......................... Allows you to save 2D images onto discs by a single press of a button.
General Settings)
(
Beep................................... Sets whether the camcorder sounds operation beeps or not.
LCD Brightness .............. Adjusts the brightness of the LCD screen.
REC Lamp......................... Sets the recording lamp to light up or not.
Remote Ctrl ..................... Sets whether the Wireless Remote Commander is to be used or not.
Power On By LCD .......... Sets whether or not the camcorder is turned on and off when you open
and close the LCD screen.
Language Setting ......... Sets the display language (p. 17).
Battery Info...................... Displays the battery information.
Demo Mode.................... Sets whether the demonstration appears or not.
Clock Settings)
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Getting detailed
information from the
“Handycam”Handbook
The “Handycam” Handbook is a user guide
designed to be read on a computer screen.
The “Handycam” Handbook is intended to
be read when you want to know more about
operating your camcorder.
To view the “Handycam” Handbook,
double-click the short-cut icon on the
computer screen.
1
To install the “Handycam”
Handbook on a Windows
computer, place the supplied
CD-ROM in the disc drive of your
computer.
When using a Macintosh, open the [Handbook]
– [GB] folder in the CD-ROM, then copy
[Handbook.pdf].
You need Adobe Reader to read “Handycam”
Handbook. If it is not installed on your
computer, you can download it from the Adobe
Systems web page:
Refer to “PMB Help” for details on the supplied
software “PMB” (p. 39).
The installation screen appears.
If the screen does not appear, click
[Start] [Computer] (in Windows
XP, [My Computer]), then double- click
[SONYPMB(E:)](CD- ROM)* [install.
exe].
* Drive names (such as (E:)) may vary
depinding on the computer.
2
3
Click [Handbook].
Click the desired language
and the model name of your
camcorder [Install], and follow
the on- screen instructions to
install “Handycam”Handbook.
The model name of your camcorder is
printed on the bottom surface.
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Additional information
Troubleshooting
If you run into any problems using your
camcorder, follow the steps below.
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.
inspect your camcorder.
Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall
outlet (wall socket) or remove the battery
pack, then reconnect it after about 1 minute.
If your camcorder still does not work, press
press RESET, all settings, including the clock
setting, are reset.)
The temperature of your camcorder is
extremely high. Turn off the camcorder and
leave it for a while in a cool place.
The temperature of your camcorder is
extremely low. Leave the camcorder with the
power turned on. If you still cannot operate
your camcorder, turn off the camcorder and
take it to a warm place. Leave the camcorder
there for a while, then turn on the camcorder.
Remove the power source, attach
the power source again after about 1
minute, and turn the camcorder on.
object, and turn the camcorder on.
If you press RESET, all settings,
including the clock setting, are reset.
Contact your Sony dealer or local
authorized Sony service facility.
Your camcorder may be required to initialize
or change the current internal memory of your
camcorder, depending on the problem. In the
event of this, 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.
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.
Your camcorder gets warm.
Your camcorder may become warm during
operation. This is not a malfunction.
The power abruptly turns off.
Turn on the power again.
Pressing START/STOP or PHOTO does not
record images.
Press MODE to turn on the
(Photo) lamp.
Your camcorder is recording the image you
have just shot on the recording media. You
cannot make any new recordings during this
period.
The recording media is full. Delete
unnecessary images (p. 36).
Total number of movie scenes or photos has
exceeded the recordable capacity of your
(p. 36).
(Movie) or
details on the symptoms of your camcorder,
camcorder to a computer.
The power does not turn on.
Attach a charged battery pack to the
camcorder (p. 11).
Connect the plug of the AC Adaptor to the
wall outlet (wall socket) (p. 12).
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The recording stops.
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The temperature of your camcorder is
extremely high/low. Turn off your camcorder
and leave it for a while in a cool/warm place.
The battery pack temperature is high. Change
the battery pack or place it in a cool place.
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”PMB”cannot be installed.
Remove the power source. Reconnect it and
operate your camcorder again.
Check the computer environment or
installation procedure required to install
“PMB” (p. 38).
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”PMB”does not work correctly.
Quit “PMB” and restart your computer.
Battery power is low.
The camcorder is not recognized by the
computer.
Disconnect devices from the USB jack of the
computer other than the keyboard, mouse,
and your camcorder.
The battery pack temperature is high. Change
the battery pack or place it in a cool place.
Disconnect the USB cable from the computer
and your camcorder, and restart the computer,
then connect the computer and your
camcorder again in an orderly manner.
Because the temperature of your camcorder
has reached a level where HDMI output
has stopped, no image is displayed on the
connected monitor, etc. Leave the camcorder
until the temperature decreases. However, you
can continue recording on the camcorder.
Self-diagnosis display/Warning
indicators
If indicators appear on the LCD screen,
check the following.
When the indicator flashes, there is not
enough free space for recording images. Delete
memory card after storing the images on other
media.
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.
The Image Database File is damaged. Check
the data base file by touching
(MENU)
[Setup] [ Media Settings)]
[Repair Img. DB F.] the recording medium.
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The battery pack is not an “InfoLITHIUM”
battery pack V series. Use an “InfoLITHIUM”
battery pack (V series) (p. 11).
Connect the DC plug of the AC Adaptor to
your camcorder securely (p. 11).
The memory card is damaged. Format the
memory card with your camcorder (p. 53).
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The memory card is write-protected.
Access to the memory card was restricted on
another device.
There is something wrong with the flash.
The amount of light is not sufficient. Use the
flash.
The camcorder is unsteady. Hold the camcorder
steady with both hands. However, note that
the camera-shake warning indicator does not
disappear.
The recording media is full. Delete unnecessary
Photos cannot be recorded during processing.
Wait for a while, then record.
When [
Quality
REC Mode] is set to [Highest
] or [50p Quality ], you cannot
capture photos while recording movies.
Furthermore, if [
Frame Rate] is set to [25p],
you cannot record photos while the camcorder
is in movie recording standby mode.
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Recording time of
movies/number of
recordable photos
“HD” stands for high definition image
quality, and “STD” stands for standard
image quality.
The recording and playback time will be
shorter when you use your camcorder in low
temperatures.
The recording and playback time will be shorter
depending on the conditions under which you
use your camcorder.
Expected time of recording and
playback with each battery pack
Playing time
Approximate time available when you use a
fully charged battery pack.
Recording time
Approximate time available when you use a
fully charged battery pack.
3D
(unit: minute)
Battery pack
NP-FV50
NP-FV70
(supplied)
3D
125
260
(unit: minute)
Typical recording
time
Battery pack
Continuous
recording time
NP-FV100
515
NP-FV50
NP-FV70
(supplied)
75
160
35
80
2D
(unit: minute)
NP-FV100
320
160
Battery pack
Image quality
NP-FV50
NP-FV70
(supplied)
HD
150
315
STD
165
345
2D
(unit: minute)
Typical recording
time
Battery pack
Continuous
recording time
Image quality
NP-FV50
NP-FV70
(supplied)
HD STD
HD STD
NP-FV100
625
680
110
235
120
250
55
60
115
125
NP-FV100
470
500
235
250
Each recording time is measured when the
camcorder is recording high definition image
quality (HD) movies with [
to [Standard ].
REC Mode] set
Typical recording time shows the time when
you repeat recording start/stop, switching the
MODE lamp, and zooming.
Times measured when using the camcorder at
25 C (77 °F). 10 C to 30 C (50 °F to 86 °F) is
recommended.
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If you want to record up to the maximum
recording time indicated in the table, you need
to delete the demonstration movie on your
camcorder.
Your camcorder uses the VBR (Variable Bit
Rate) format to automatically adjust image
quality to suit the recording scene. This
technology causes fluctuations in the recording
time of the media. Movies containing quickly
moving and complex images are recorded at
a higher bit-rate, and this reduces the overall
recording time.
Expected recording time of movies
Internal memory
High definition image quality (HD) in h (hour) and m
(minute)
Recording mode
Recording time
5 h 15 m
(5 h 15 m)
5 h 15 m
(5 h 15 m)
6 h 15 m
(6 h 15 m)
8 h 25 m
(8 h 25 m)
Memory card
High definition image quality (HD)
(unit: minute)
14 h 55 m
(11 h 20 m)
2 GB 4 GB
15
8 GB
35
16 GB 32 GB
75 150
(9) (15) (35) (75) (150)
25 h 45 m
(21 h 10 m)
9
(5.1ch)*
9
15
(9) (15) (35) (75) (150)
10 20 40 85 180
(10) (20) (40) (85) (180)
10 25 60 120 245
(10) (25) (60) (120) (245)
25 50 105 210 430
(15) (35) (80) (160) (325)
35
75
150
26 h 40 m
(21 h 45 m)
(2ch)*
Standard definition image quality (STD) in h (hour) and
m (minute)
Recording mode
(5.1ch)*
(2ch)*
Recording time
15 h 25 m
(14 h 15 m)
40 90 180 370 745
(35) (70) (150) (300) (610)
45 90 190 380 770
(35) (75) (155) (310) (630)
15 h 55 m
(14 h 35 m)
(5.1ch)*
* You can change the recording sound format with
(2ch)*
[Audio Mode] (p. 52).
Standard definition image quality (STD)
Notes
The number in ( ) is the minimum recordable
time.
(unit: minute)
16 GB 32 GB
2 GB 4 GB
25 50
8 GB
110
220
445
Tips
(20) (50) (100) (205) (410)
(5.1ch)*
You can record movies of a maximum of
3,999 scenes with 3D, 3,999 scenes with high
definition image quality (HD), and 9,999 scenes
with standard definition image quality (STD).
The maximum continuous recordable time of a
movie is as follows.
25
55
110
225
460
(25) (50) (100) (210) (420)
(2ch)*
* You can change the recording sound format with
[Audio Mode] (p. 52).
3D: about 6 hours 30 minutes
2D: about 13 hours
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Notes
Tips
The recordable time may vary depending on the
You can also use memory card with a capacity
of under 1 GB for recording photos.
The following list shows the bit-rate, pixels and
aspect ratio of each recording mode (movie +
audio, etc.).
recording and subject conditions and [
REC
The number in ( ) is the minimum recordable
time.
3D movie:
Max. 28 Mbps 1,920 1,080 pixels/16:9
High definition image quality (HD):
PS: Max. 28 Mbps 1,920 1,080 pixels/16:9
FX: Max. 24 Mbps 1,920 1,080 pixels/16:9
FH: Approx. 17 Mbps (average) 1,920 1,080
pixels/16:9
HQ: Approx. 9 Mbps (average) 1,440 1,080
pixels/16:9
LP: Approx. 5 Mbps (average) 1,440 1,080
pixels/16:9
Expected number of recordable
photos
Internal memory
You can record the maximum 40,000
photos.
Memory card
7.1M
Standard definition image quality (STD):
HQ: Approx. 9 Mbps (average) 720 576
pixels/16:9, 4:3
2 GB
4 GB
8 GB
16 GB
32 GB
560
1100
2250
4550
9200
The photo recording pixels and the aspect ratio.
Photo recording mode:
3,072 2,304 dots/4:3
3,072 1,728 dots/16:9
1,600 1,200 dots/4:3
640 480 dots/4:3
Dual recording:
3,072 1,728 dots/16:9
2,304 1,728 dots/4:3
Capturing a photo from a movie:
1,920 1,080 dots/16:9
640 360 dots/16:9
The selected image size is effective when the
(Photo) lamp is lit.
The number of recordable photos of memory
card shown is for the maximum image size
of your camcorder. The actual number of
recordable photos is displayed on the LCD
screen during recording (p. 66).
The number of recordable photos of memory
card may vary depending on the recording
conditions.
640 480 dots/4:3
Notes
The unique pixel array of Sony’s ClearVid and
the image processing system (BIONZ) allow
still image resolution equivalent to the sizes
described.
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Precautions
On use and care
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.
Do not use or store the camcorder and
accessories in the following locations:
Anywhere extremely hot, cold or humid.
Never leave them exposed to temperatures
above 60 C (140 °F), such as under direct
sunlight, near heaters or in a car parked in
the sun. They may malfunction or become
deformed.
Near strong magnetic fields or mechanical
vibration. The camcorder may malfunction.
Near strong radio waves or radiation. The
camcorder may not be able to record properly.
Near AM receivers and video equipment.
Noise may occur.
On a sandy beach or anywhere dusty. If
sand or dust gets in your camcorder, it may
malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction
cannot be repaired.
Operate your camcorder on DC 6.8 V/7.2 V
(battery pack) or DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor).
For DC or AC operation, use the accessories
recommended in these operating instructions.
Do not let your camcorder get wet, for example,
from rain or sea water. If your camcorder
gets wet, it may malfunction. Sometimes this
malfunction cannot be repaired.
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.
LCD screen
Do not exert excessive pressure on the LCD
screen, as it may cause damage.
If your camcorder is used in a cold place, a
residual image may appear on the LCD screen.
This is not a malfunction.
While using your camcorder, the back of
the LCD screen may heat up. This is not a
malfunction.
To clean the LCD screen
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.
If fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen
dirty, it is recommended that you use a soft
cloth to clean it.
Avoid rough handling, disassembling,
modifying, physical shock, or impact such
as hammering, dropping or stepping on the
product. Be particularly careful of the lens.
Keep the camcorder turning off when you are
not using your camcorder.
Do not wrap your camcorder with a towel, for
example, and operate it. Doing so might cause
heat to build up inside.
When disconnecting the power cord (mains
lead), pull it by the plug and not the cord (lead).
Do not damage the power cord (mains lead)
such as by placing anything heavy on it.
Do not use a deformed or damaged battery
pack.
On handling the casing
If the casing is soiled, clean the camcorder body
with a soft cloth lightly moistened with water,
and then wipe the casing with a dry soft cloth.
Avoid the following to avoid damage to the
finish:
Using chemicals such as thinner, benzine,
alcohol, chemical cloths, repellent, insecticide
and sunscreen
Handling the camcorder with above
substances on your hands
Leaving the casing in contact with rubber or
vinyl objects for a long period of time
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(See “Getting detailed information from the
the recovery of your data. Also, when you dispose
of the camcorder, it is recommended that you
destroy the actual body of the camcorder.
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
Note on disposal/transfer of memory
card
Even if you delete data in the memory card or
format the memory card on your camcorder or
a computer, you may not delete data from the
memory card completely. When you give the
memory card to somebody, it is recommended
that you delete data completely using data
deletion software on a computer. Also, when you
dispose of the memory card, it is recommended
that you destroy the actual body of the memory
card.
It is recommended that you use [Auto 3D Lens
Adjust] after wiping the lens.
Store in a well-ventilated location subject to
little dirt or dust.
To prevent mold, periodically clean the lens as
described above.
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 camcorder is turned off. The pre-
installed rechargeable battery is always charged
while your camcorder is connected to the wall
outlet (wall socket) via the AC Adaptor or while
the battery pack is attached. The rechargeable
battery will be fully discharged in about 3 months
if you do not use your camcorder at all. Use
your camcorder after charging the pre-installed
rechargeable battery. 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.
To change the battery of the Wireless
Remote Commander
While pressing on the tab, inset your fingernail
into the slit to pull out the battery case.
Place a new battery with the + side facing up.
Insert the battery case back into the Wireless
Remote Commander until it clicks.
Tab
Procedures
WARNING
Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not
recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.
Connect your camcorder to a wall outlet (wall
socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor, and leave
it with the LCD screen closed for more than 24
hours.
When the lithium battery becomes weak, the
operating distance of the Wireless Remote
Commander may shorten, or the Wireless
Remote Commander may not function
properly. In this case, replace the battery with
a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Use of another
battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
Note on disposal/transfer of the
camcorder
Even if you delete all movies and still images, or
perform [Format], data on the internal recording
media may not be completely erased.
When you transfer the camcorder, it is
recommended that you perform [Empty]
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Specifications
System
Color temperature: [Auto], [One Push], [Indoor]
(3 200 K), [Outdoor] (5 800 K)
Signal format: PAL color, CCIR standards
HDTV 1080/50i 1080/50p specification
Minimum illumination
11 lx (lux) (in default setting, shutter speed
1/50 second)
Movie recording format:
HD:
3 lx (lux) ([Low Lux] is set to [On], shutter
3D: MVC (original format)
2D: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 AVCHD format
compatible (1080/50p original format)
STD: MPEG2-PS
speed 1/25 second)
*1 The unique pixel array of Sony’s ClearVid and
the image processing system (BIONZ) allow
still image resolution equivalent to the sizes
described.
Audio recording system:
Dolby Digital 2ch/5.1ch
Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator
*2 [
SteadyShot] is set to [Standard] or [Off] .
SteadyShot] is set to [Active].
Photo file format
*3 [
DCF Ver.2.0 Compatible
Exif Ver.2.3 Compatible
MPF Baseline Compatible
Input/Output connectors
A/V Remote Connector: Component/video and
Recording media (Movie/Photo)
audio output jack
Internal memory
HDMI jack: HDMI mini Connector
USB jack: mini-AB
Headphone jack: Stereo minijack (3.5 mm)
MIC input jack: Stereo minijack (3.5 mm)
64 GB
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media
SD card (Class 4 or faster)
When measuring media capacity, 1 GB equals
1 billion bytes, a portion of which is used for
system management and/or application files.
The capacity that a user can use is
LCD screen
Picture: 8.8 cm (3.5 type, aspect ratio 16:9)
Total number of pixels: 1 229 760 (2 562 480)
approximately 63.9 GB.
General
Image device:
4.5 mm (1/4 type) CMOS sensor
Recording pixels (photo):
Max. 7 100 000 pixels*1 (3 072 2 304) (4:3)
Gross: Approx. 4 200 000 pixels
Effective (movie, 16:9)*2:
3D: Approx. 1 990 000 pixels
2D: Approx. 2 650 000 pixels
Effective (photo, 16:9):
Power requirements: DC 6.8 V/7.2 V (battery
pack) DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor)
Average power consumption:
During camera recording using the LCD
screen at normal brightness:
HD: 3D: 4.8 W, 2D: 3.3 W
STD: 3.1 W
Operating temperature: 0 C to 40 C (32 °F to
Approx. 2 650 000 pixels
Effective (photo, 4:3):
Approx. 3 540 000 pixels
104 °F)
Storage temperature: –20 C to + 60 C (‒4 °F to
+140 °F)
Lens: G lens
Dimensions (approx.):
3D: 10 (Optical)
86.5 mm 74 mm 148.5 mm (3 7/16 in. ×
2 15/16 in. × 5 7/8 in.) (w/h/d) including the
projecting parts
2D: 12 (Optical)*2, 17 (Extended)*3,
160 (Digital)
F1.8 - F3.4
86.5 mm 74 mm 148.5 mm (3 7/16 in.
× 2 15/16 in. × 5 7/8 in.) (w/h/d) including
the projecting parts, and the supplied
rechargeable battery pack attached
f=2.9 mm – 34.8 mm (1/8 in. – 1 3/8 in.)
When converted to a 35 mm still camera
Movie*2:
3D: 34.4 mm – 344 mm (1 3/8 in. –
13 9/16 in.)
Mass (approx.)
630 g (22.2 oz) main unit only
725 g (25.6 oz) including the supplied
rechargeable battery pack
2D: 29.8 mm – 357.6 mm (1 3/16 in. –
14 1/8 in.)
Photo:
27.4 mm – 328.8 mm (1 1/8 in. – 13 in.)
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AC Adaptor AC-L200C/AC-L200D
On trademarks
“Handycam” and
Power requirements: AC 100 V - 240 V,
are
50 Hz/60 Hz
registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.
“AVCHD” and “AVCHD” logotype are
trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony
Corporation.
Current consumption: 0.35 A - 0.18 A
Power consumption: 18 W
Output voltage: DC 8.4 V*
“Memory Stick,” “
,” “Memory Stick Duo,”
,” “Memory Stick PRO Duo,”
,” “Memory Stick
,”
Operating temperature: 0 C to 40 C (32 °F to
“
“
104 °F)
Storage temperature: –20 C to + 60 C (‒4 °F to
PRO-HG Duo,” “
“MagicGate,” “
+140 °F)
,” “MagicGate
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
Memory Stick” and “MagicGate Memory Stick
Duo” are trademarks or registered trademarks of
Sony Corporation.
Mass (approx.): 170 g (6.0 oz) excluding the
“InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony
Corporation.
power cord (mains lead)
* See the label on the AC Adaptor for other
specifications.
“x.v.Colour” is a trademark of Sony
Corporation.
“BIONZ” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV70
Maximum output voltage: DC 8.4 V
Output voltage: DC 6.8 V
Maximum charge voltage: DC 8.4 V
Maximum charge current: 3.0 A
is a registered trademark of
Sony Corporation.
“BRAVIA” is a registered trademark of Sony
Corporation.
“DVDirect” is a trademark of Sony
Capacity
Corporation.
Typical: 14.0 Wh (2 060 mAh)
Blu-ray Disc and Blu-ray are trademarks of
the Blu-ray Disc Association.
Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks
of Dolby Laboratories.
Minimum: 13.0 Wh (1 960 mAh)
Type: Li-ion
Design and specifications of your camcorder and
accessories are subject to change without notice.
Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition
Multimedia Interface 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.
Macintosh and Mac OS are registered
trademarks of Apple Inc. in the U.S. and other
countries.
Intel, Intel Core, and Pentium are trademarks
or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation
or its subsidiaries in the United States and other
countries.
“ ” and “PlayStation” are registered
trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment
Inc.
Adobe, the Adobe logo, and Adobe Acrobat
are either registered trademarks or trademarks
of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United
States and/or other countries.
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SDXC logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
MultiMediaCard is a trademark of
MultiMediaCard Association.
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.
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Quick reference
Screen indicators
Center
Indicator
Center
Meaning
Left
Right
[STBY]/[REC]
Recording status
Slide show set
Warning
Playback mode
Bottom
Right
Indicator
Meaning
Left
Recording image quality
(HD/STD), frame rate
(50p/50i/25p) and
Indicator
Meaning
MENU button
Self-timer recording
Flash/
Red Eye Reduction
50i
recording mode (PS/FX/
FH/HQ/LP)
60min
Remaining battery
Wide Mode
Fader
[Face Detection] set to
[Off]
Recording/playback/
editing media
An external media device
is connected
Counter (hour:minute:
second)
Estimated recording
remaining time
[Smile Shutter] set to [Off]
Manual focus
0:00:00
00Min
Scene Selection
Photo size
White Balance
SteadyShot off
White Balance Shift
Tele Macro
Approximate number of
recordable photos and
photo size
9999
9999
Playback folder
x.v.Color
Current playing movie or
photo/Number of total
recorded movies or photos
100/112
Intelligent Auto
2D/3D record or playback
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Parts and controls
Bottom
Figures in ( ) are reference pages.
Indicator
Meaning
View Images button
Micref Level low
Blt-in Zoom Mic
Audio Mode
Audio Level Display
Low Lux
Spot Meter/Fcs / Spot
Meter/ Exposure
EV
AE Shift
Shutter Speed
IRIS
Intelligent Auto
Slide show button
Data file name
Protected image
3D Depth Adjustment
Automatic
Exposure is set manually.
IRIS priority
Shutter speed priority
Flash
Lens (G lens)
MANUAL button
MANUAL dial
Built-in microphone
101-0005
Camera recording lamp
The camera recording lamp lights up in red
during recording. The lamp flashes when the
remaining recording media capacity or battery
power is low.
Indicators and their positions are approximate
and may differ from what you actually see.
Some indicators may not appear, depending on
your camcorder model.
Remote sensor
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LCD screen/Touch panel
Memory card access lamp (20)
While the lamp is lit or flashing, the
camcorder is reading or writing data.
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.
Memory card slot (20)
RESET button
Press RESET using a pointed object.
Stereo speakers
Press RESET to initialize all the settings
including the clock setting.
POWER button (14)
(View Images) button (27)
2D/3D DISP (display) button (22)
Power zoom lever
PHOTO button (25)
MODE button (22)
(Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (22)
/CHG (flash/charge) lamp (11)
2D/3D switch (22)
MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack
(headphones) jack
A/V Remote Connector (32)
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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.
Battery pack (11)
START/STOP button (22)
Hook for a shoulder belt
Built-in microphone
Tripod receptacle
BATT (battery) release lever (12)
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Index
Symbols
M
T
3D Depth Adjustment................30
Maintenance................................61
MANUAL dial.............................26
Media Select ................................18
Media Settings.............................18
Memory card...............................19
“Memory Stick” media...............19
“Memory Stick
“Memory Stick
Tripod...........................................69
Troubleshooting..........................55
TV.................................................32
A
A/V connecting cable...........33, 48
B
Battery pack.................................11
U
USB cable.....................................47
USB Connect...............................47
C
Care ..............................................61
Clock Set......................................15
Computer.....................................38
Computer system........................38
Connection..................................32
W
Warning indicators.....................56
Windows......................................38
Menus...........................................51
Movies....................................22, 29
P
Photos ....................................24, 30
Playing..........................................27
PMB (Picture Motion
Browser).......................................41
D
Data Code....................................17
Date/Time....................................17
Delete ...........................................36
Disc recorder...............................48
DVD writer..................................47
R
Recording ....................................21
Recording and playback time ...58
Recording media.........................18
Recording time of movies/
number of recordable photos....58
Repair...........................................55
E
Event Index..................................28
Event View...................................27
External media............................44
F
Fully charged...............................11
S
Saving images in external
H
media............................................44
“Handycam” Handbook.............54
Screen indicators ........................66
Self-diagnosis display.................56
Setting the date and time...........14
Software .......................................39
Specifications ..............................63
Supplied items...............................5
I
Install............................................39
L
You will find the menu lists
Language Setting ........................17
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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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Printed in Japan
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