4-531-548-11(1)
Digital HD Video
Camera Recorder
Operating Guide
camcorder
Please also refer to :
HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275
for replacement of the obsolete
outlet.
even chemical burns. Observe the
following cautions.
• Protect the power cord from being
walked on or pinched particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.
• Only use attachments/accessories
specified by the manufacturer.
• Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used, use
caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.
• Do not disassemble.
• Do not crush and do not expose the
battery pack to any shock or force
such as hammering, dropping or
stepping on it.
• Do not short circuit and do not allow
metal objects to come into contact
with the battery terminals.
• Do not expose to high temperature
above 60°C (140°F) such as in direct
sunlight or in a car parked in the
sun.
• Do not incinerate or dispose of in
fire.
• Do not handle damaged or leaking
lithium ion batteries.
• Be sure to charge the battery pack
using a genuine Sony battery
charger or a device that can charge
the battery pack.
• Keep the battery pack out of the
reach of small children.
• Keep the battery pack dry.
• Replace only with the same or
equivalent type recommended by
Sony.
• Dispose of used battery packs
promptly as described in the
instructions.
• Unplug this apparatus during
lightning storms or when unused
for long periods of time.
• Refer all servicing to qualified
service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, such as
power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled or
objects have fallen into the
apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does
not operate normally, or has been
dropped.
• If the shape of the plug does not fit
the power outlet, use an
attachment plug adaptor of the
proper configuration for the power
outlet.
AC Adaptor
Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a
narrow space, such as between a wall
and furniture.
Use the nearby wall outlet (wall
socket) when using the AC Adaptor.
Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the
wall outlet (wall socket) immediately
if any malfunction occurs while using
the apparatus.
CAUTION
Even if your camcorder is turned off,
AC power source (mains) is still
supplied to it while connected to the
wall outlet (wall socket) via the AC
Adaptor.
Battery pack
If the battery pack is mishandled, the
battery pack can burst, cause a fire or
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Regulatory Information
For Customers in the
U.S.A. and Canada
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: HDR-CX240
Responsible Party: Sony
Electronics Inc.
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo,
San Diego, CA 92127
U.S.A.
RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION
BATTERIES
Lithium-Ion batteries
are recyclable.
You can help preserve
our environment by
returning your used
rechargeable batteries
to the collection and recycling
location nearest you.
Telephone No.: 858-942-2230
This device complies with Part15 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
For more information regarding
recycling of rechargeable batteries,
1-800-822-8837, or visit http://
operation.
Caution: Do not handle damaged or
leaking Lithium-Ion batteries.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: HDR-PJ275
Responsible Party: Sony
Electronics Inc.
Battery pack/AC Adaptor
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.
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo,
San Diego, CA 92127
U.S.A.
Telephone No.: 858-942-2230
This device complies with Part15 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
CAN ICES-3 B/NMB-3 B
For Customers in the
U.S.A.
If you have any questions about this
product, you may call:
operation.
Sony Customer Information Center
1-800-222-SONY (7669).
The number below is for the FCC
related matters only.
This equipment must not be co-
located or operated in conjunction
with any other antenna or transmitter.
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CAUTION
For Customers in Europe
You are cautioned that any changes
or modifications not expressly
approved in this manual could void
your authority to operate this
equipment.
Notice for the customers in
the countries applying EU
Directives
Manufacturer: Sony Corporation, 1-7-1
Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075
Japan
For EU product compliance: Sony
Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger
Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany
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.
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
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.
This product has been tested and
found compliant with the limits set
out in the EMC regulation for using
connection cables shorter than 3
meters (9.8 feet).
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:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna.
– Increase the separation between
the equipment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an
outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is
connected.
The electromagnetic fields at the
specific frequencies may influence
the picture and sound of this unit.
Disposal of waste batteries
and electrical and electronic
equipment (applicable in the
European Union and other
European countries with
separate collection systems)
This symbol on the
product, the battery or
on the packaging
indicates that the
product and the
– Consult the dealer or an
experienced radio/TV technician
for help.
battery 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 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.
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the battery contains more than
0.0005% mercury or 0.004% lead. By
ensuring these products and
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. 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 and the electrical and
electronic equipment will be treated
properly, hand over these products at
end-of-life to the applicable
collection point for the recycling of
electrical and electronic equipment.
For all other batteries, please view the
section on how to remove the battery
from the product safely. Hand the
battery over to the applicable
collection point for the recycling of
waste batteries. For more detailed
information about recycling of this
product or battery, please contact
your local Civic Office, your household
waste disposal service or the shop
where you purchased the product or
battery.
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Learning more
about the
Table of Contents
Learning more about the
camcorder (Help
Guide)
Help Guide is an on-line manual.
Refer to it for in-depth instructions on
the many functions of the camcorder.
Access the Sony
support page.
SonyInfo/Support/
1
Viewing images at a larger size
Using PlayMemories Home™
Connecting an external media
Using the Wi-Fi function (HDR-
Select your country or
2
region.
Customizing your
Search for the model
3
name of your
camcorder within the
support page.
• Check the model name on
the bottom of your
camcorder.
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Getting started
Supplied items
The numbers in ( ) indicate the
supplied quantity.
• Camcorder (1)
• AC Adaptor (1)
The shape of the AC Adaptor differs
depending on the countries/
regions.
• USB connection support cable (1)
The USB connection support cable
is designed for use with this
camcorder only. Use this cable
when the Built-in USB Cable of the
camcorder is too short for
connection.
• HDMI cable (1)
• Rechargeable battery pack NP-
BX1 (1)
• “Operating Guide” (This manual)
(1)
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Charging the battery pack
Turn off your camcorder by closing the LCD monitor.
1
Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow,
and open it.
2
Insert the battery pack while pressing and holding
the battery release lever.
3
Battery pack
Battery release lever
Close the battery cover and slide it back securely.
4
5
Pull out the Built-in USB Cable.
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Connect the AC Adaptor and the camcorder with the
USB connection support cable, and connect the AC
Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket).
6
USB connection
support cable
AC Adaptor
Built-in USB Cable
Wall outlet (wall socket)
• The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp turns orange.
• The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery pack is
fully charged. Disconnect the USB connection support cable from the
camcorder.
• The shape of the AC Adaptor differs depending on the countries/
regions.
• Turn off your camcorder before you remove the battery pack.
Charging the battery using your computer
Turn off your camcorder and connect the camcorder to a running
computer using the Built-in USB Cable.
To use your camcorder connected to the wall outlet
(wall socket)
Connect the camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) in the same
way as “Charging the battery pack.”
• Insert the battery pack to the camcorder.
• The battery pack may be consumed even if the camcorder is connected
to the wall outlet (wall socket).
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Turning the power on
Open the LCD monitor of your camcorder and turn
the power on.
1
Select the language, the geographical area, Daylight
2
Savings or Summer Time, date format, and the date
and time.
Move the multi-selector towards /// to select the desired
item, and then press the center of the selector to complete the
selection.
• To turn off the power, close the LCD monitor.
• To set the date and time again, select
Settings] [Date & Time Setting].
• To turn off the operating sound, select
[Setup] [
Clock
[Setup]
[
General Settings] [Beep] [Off].
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Inserting a memory card
Open the cover, and insert the memory card until it
clicks.
1
microSD memory card
Memory Stick Micro™ (M2)
media
Printed
surface
Terminal
• The [Preparing image database file. Please wait.] screen appears if
you insert a new memory card. Wait until the screen disappears.
• Insert the memory card straight in the right direction so that the
camcorder can recognize it.
• To select a memory card as the recording medium, select
[Setup] [ Media Settings] [Media Select] [Memory Card].
(HDR-PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275)
• To eject the memory card, open the cover and lightly push the memory
card in once.
Types of memory card you can use with your
camcorder
Capacity (operation
verified)
SD Speed Class
microSD memory card/
microSDHC memory card/
microSDXC memory card
Class 4 or faster
Up to 64 GB
Memory Stick Micro (Mark2)
media
–
Up to 16 GB
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Recording/Playback
Recording
Recording movies
Open the lens cover.
1
Open the LCD monitor, and press START/STOP to
start recording.
2
Power zoom lever
• To stop recording, press START/STOP again.
• You can record photos during movie recording by pressing PHOTO
(Dual Capture).
• In the default setting, movies are recorded with HD format and MP4
format simultaneously (Dual Video REC). MP4 format is easy for playing
back your movies on a smartphone, for uploading to a network, or for
uploading to the Web.
• You can check the recording time of a medium on the LCD monitor in the
shooting mode.
• To change the image quality of the movies you record, select
[Image Quality/Size] [ REC Mode].
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Playback
Open the LCD monitor and press the
(View
Images) button on the camcorder to enter the
playback mode.
1
Select
/
to move the desired event to the
2
center, and then select the part circled () in the
figure.
Switch Movie
Format
button (HD/
MP4)
Remaining battery
To the MENU
screen
Events
Event name
To the
previous event
To the next
event
Change to the
movie/photo
recording
Time-line bar
Play short movies
Change Event Scale button
mode
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Select the image.
3
Recorded time/
Event name
number of photos
To go back to
the Event View
screen
Switch
Image Type
button
Previous
Movie
Next
Photo
Change to the
movie/photo
recording
Last played image
mode
Playback operations
Volume
/
/
/
Previous/Next
Delete
Fast-reverse/Fast-forward
Play/Pause
Context
Stop
Play/Stop slide show
Motion Interval ADJ
Motion Shot Video
To select the format of the movie you want to play,
edit, or copy to other devices
In step 2, select
Quality] or [
at the top right of the LCD monitor [
MP4].
HD
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Viewing images at a larger size
Connecting the camcorder to a TV
Connect the HDMI OUT jack of the camcorder to the
HDMI IN jack of a TV using the HDMI cable supplied.
1
Signal flow
• If your TV does not have an HDMI jack, connect the Multi Terminal of
the camcorder to the video/audio input jacks of the TV using an AV
cable (sold separately).
Using the built-in projector (HDR-PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/
PJ270E/PJ275)
1
2
Select [Image Shot on This Device].
Follow the operating guide on the LCD monitor, and
3
then select [Project].
Power zoom lever/PHOTO*2
PROJECTOR FOCUS lever*1
*1
Adjust the focus of the projected image.
*2 Use the power zoom lever to move the selection frame that appears
on the projected image, then press the PHOTO button. You can also
use the multi-selector for this operation.
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Saving images
Using PlayMemories Home™
What you can do with PlayMemories Home
PlayMemories Home allows you to import movies and photos to your
computer to use them in a variety of ways.
Playing back
imported images
Import images from the camcorder.
For Windows, the following functions are
Sharing images on
also available.
PlayMemories
Online™
Viewing
images on
Calendar
Creating
movie
discs
Uploading
images to
network services
To download PlayMemories Home
PlayMemories Home can be downloaded from the following URL.
To check the computer system
You can check the computer requirements for the
software at the following URL.
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• One-touch functions (NFC) are
not available with iOS.
Using the Wi-Fi
function (HDR-
PJ275)
Notes
• If PlayMemories Mobile is already
installed in your smartphone,
update the software to the latest
version.
• The Wi-Fi function described here
is not guaranteed to work on all
smartphones and tablets.
• The Wi-Fi function of the
camcorder cannot be used
connected to a public wireless
LAN.
• To use the One-touch functions
(NFC) of the camcorder, a
smartphone or tablet supporting
the NFC function is required.
• The operation methods and
display screens for the
Installing PlayMemories
Mobile™ on your
smartphone
For the latest information and
more detailed information on
the functions of PlayMemories
Mobile, visit the following URL.
application are subject to change
without notice by future
upgrades.
Android OS
Install PlayMemories Mobile
from Google play.
• Android 4.0 or higher is required
to use One-Touch functions
(NFC).
iOS
Install PlayMemories Mobile
from App Store.
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Notes
Transferring MP4 movies
and photos to your
smartphone
• Cancel the sleep mode or unlock
the screen on the smartphone
beforehand.
• Make sure that
is displayed
One-touch connection
with an Android
supporting NFC
on the LCD monitor of the
camcorder and the smartphone.
• Continue touching the
camcorder to the smartphone
without moving until
PlayMemories Mobile starts (1 to
2 seconds).
• If the camcorder cannot be
connected with the smartphone
by NFC, see “Connection without
On the smartphone, select
1
[Settings], then, select
[More...] to check that [NFC]
is enabled.
Connection without
using NFC
Press the
button, then select
(View Images)
1
[Edit/Copy] [Send to
Smartphone] [Select on
This Device] image type.
On the camcorder, play back
an image to be sent to the
smartphone.
• You can transfer MP4 movies
and photos only.
2
3
Select the image you want to
transfer, and add , and
2
3
then select
.
Touch the camcorder to the
smartphone.
• The SSID and a password are
displayed, and the camcorder is
ready to be connected with the
smartphone.
Connect the camcorder to
the smartphone, and
transfer images.
Android
Start up PlayMemories
Mobile and select the SSID of
the camcorder.
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Input the password
displayed on the camcorder
(first time only).
Using your smartphone
as a wireless remote
commander
You can record with the
camcorder using your
smartphone as a wireless
remote commander.
On your camcorder, select
1
iPhone/iPad
[Camera/Mic]
Shooting Assist] [Ctrl
with Smartphone].
[
Select [Settings] [Wi-Fi]
the SSID displayed on the
camcorder.
On your smartphone,
perform in the same way as
in step 3 in “Connection
2
Input the password
displayed on the camcorder
(first time only).
When you use NFC, display the
recording screen on your
Confirm that the SSID
displayed on the camcorder
is selected.
camcorder, and touch
on the
camcorder to
smartphone.
on the
Return to Home, and start up
PlayMemories Mobile.
Operate the camcorder on
your smartphone.
3
Notes
• Depending on local electrical
interference or the smartphone’s
capabilities, the live view images
may not be displayed smoothly.
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If you know the SSID and
the password of your
wireless access point
On your camcorder, select
[Setup]
Saving movies and
photos to your computer
via Wi-Fi
Connect your computer to a
wireless access point or wireless
broadband router in advance.
[
Connection] [Access
point settings].
Select the access point you
want to register, enter the
password, then select
.
Install the dedicated
software in your computer
1
(first time only).
Windows: PlayMemories Home
Mac: Wireless Auto Import
• If the software is already
installed in your computer,
update the software to the latest
version.
If your computer is not
started, turn on the
computer.
3
Connect your camcorder to
2
an access point as follows
(first time only).
4 Start sending images from
the camcorder to the
If you cannot register, refer to the
instruction of the access point, or
contact the person who set up the
access point.
computer.
Press the
button on your camcorder.
Select [Edit/
Copy] [Send to
(View Images)
If the wireless access point
has a WPS button
On your camcorder, select
[Setup]
Computer].
• Images are automatically
transferred to and saved on
the computer.
• Only newly recorded images
are transferred. Importing
movies and multiple photos
may take time.
[
Connection] [WPS
Push].
Press the WPS button on the
access point you want to
register.
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Others
possible due to a malfunction of the
camcorder, recording media, etc.
• The camcorder is not dustproofed,
dripproofed or waterproofed.
• 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.
• Do not aim the camcorder at the
sun or strong light. Doing so may
cause your camcorder to
Precautions
AC Adaptor
Do not short-circuit the battery
terminal with any metallic objects.
This may cause a malfunction.
Playing back images with
other devices
You may not be able to play back
images that were recorded on your
camcorder with other devices
normally. Also, you may not be able
to play back images recorded on
other devices with your camcorder.
malfunction.
• Do not use the camcorder near
strong radio waves or radiation. The
camcorder may not be able to
record or play back images
Recording and playback
• Avoid rough handling,
properly.
• Do not use the camcorder on a
sandy beach or anywhere dusty.
Doing so may cause your
disassembling, modifying, physical
shock, or impact such as
hammering, dropping or stepping
on the product. Be particularly
careful with the lens.
camcorder to malfunction.
• If moisture condensation occurs,
stop using the camcorder until
moisture evaporates.
• Do not subject the camcorder to
mechanical shock or vibration. If
you do so, the camcorder may
operate incorrectly or may not
record images. In addition, the
recording medium or recorded data
may be damaged.
• 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.
• Confirm the direction of the
memory card. If you forcibly insert
the memory card in the wrong
direction, the memory card,
LCD monitor
The LCD monitor 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
monitor. These points are normal
results of the manufacturing process
and do not affect the recording in any
way.
memory card slot, or image data
may be damaged.
• Before starting to record, test the
recording function to make sure the
image and sound are recorded
without any problems.
• Television programs, films, video
tapes, and other materials may be
copyrighted. Unauthorized
recording of such materials may be
violate to the copyright laws.
• Compensation for the content of
recordings cannot be provided,
even if recording or playback is not
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• Initialize your camcorder.
All settings, including the clock
setting, are reset.
• Contact your Sony dealer or local
authorized Sony service facility.
Camcorder temperature
If you use the camcorder
continuously for a long time, the
camcorder gets very warm. This is not
a malfunction.
Overheat protection
Depending on the camcorder and
battery temperature, you may be
unable to record movies or the power
may turn off automatically to protect
the camcorder. A message will be
displayed on the LCD monitor before
the power turns off or you can no
longer record movies. In this case,
leave the power off and wait until the
camcorder and battery temperature
goes down. If you turn on the power
without letting the camcorder and
battery cool enough, the power may
turn off again or you may be unable
to record movies.
Deactivating wireless LAN
(Wi-Fi, NFC, etc.) temporarily
(HDR-PJ275)
When you board an airplane, you can
deactivate the Wi-Fi function
temporarily. Select
[Setup] [
General Settings]
[Airplane Mode] [On].
Wireless LAN (HDR-PJ275)
We assume no responsibility
whatsoever for any damage caused
by unauthorized access to, or
unauthorized use of, destinations
loaded on the camcorder, resulting
from loss or theft.
Troubleshooting
If you run into any problems using
your camcorder:
• Check your camcorder referring to
Help Guide (page 7).
• Disconnect the power source,
attach the power source again after
about 1 minute, and turn the
camcorder on.
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Approx. 2 290 000 pixels
Effective (photo, 4:3):
Approx. 1 710 000 pixels
Specifications
Lens:
System
ZEISS Vario-Tessar Lens
27× (Optical), 54× (Clear Image
Zoom, while recording movies)*4
320× (Digital)
F1.9 - F4.0
Focal length:
Signal format:
NTSC color, EIA standards (HDR-
CX240/PJ240/PJ270/PJ275)
PAL color, CCIR standards (HDR-
CX240E/PJ240E/PJ270E)
HD TV
,
f=2.1 mm - 57.0 mm (3/32 in. -
2 1/4 in.)
Movie recording format:
AVCHD (AVCHD format Ver.2.0
compatible):
When converted to a 35 mm still
camera
Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
Audio: Dolby Digital 2ch
Dolby Digital Stereo Creator*1
MP4:
For movies*4: 29.8 mm -
1 609.2 mm
(1 3/16 in. - 63 3/8 in.) (16:9)
For photos: 29.8 mm - 804.0 mm
(1 3/16 in. - 31 3/4 in.) (16:9)
Color temperature: [Auto], [One
Push], [Indoor], [Outdoor]
Minimum illumination:
Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
Audio: MPEG-4 AAC-LC 2ch
*1
Manufactured under license
from Dolby Laboratories.
Photo file format:
6 lx (lux) (in default setting,
shutter speed 1/30 second (HDR-
CX240/PJ240/PJ270/PJ275) or
1/25 second (HDR-CX240E/
PJ240E/PJ270E))
DCF Ver.2.0 Compatible
Exif Ver.2.3 Compatible
MPF Baseline Compatible
Recording media (Movie/Photo):
Internal memory
3 lx (lux) ([Low Lux] is set to [On],
shutter speed 1/30 second (HDR-
CX240/PJ240/PJ270/PJ275) or
1/25 second (HDR-CX240E/
PJ240E/PJ270E))
HDR-PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275: 8 GB
Memory Stick Micro (Mark2)
media
microSD card (Class 4 or faster)
The capacity that a user can use
(Approx.)
*3
The unique image processing
system of Sony’s BIONZ-X
allows still image resolution
equivalent to the sizes
HDR-PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275:
7.75 GB*2
*2
1 GB equals 1 billion bytes, a
described.
portion of which is used for
system management and/or
application files. Only
*4
[
SteadyShot] is set to
[Standard] or [Off].
preinstalled demonstration
movie may be deleted.
Input/Output connectors
Image device:
HDMI OUT jack: HDMI micro
connector
PROJECTOR IN jack (HDR-PJ240/
PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275):
HDMI micro connector
USB jack: Type A (Built-in USB)
USB connector is only for output
(HDR-CX240E/PJ240E/PJ270E).
Multi Terminal
3.1 mm (1/5.8 type) CMOS Sensor
Recording pixels (photo, 16:9):
Max. 9.2 mega pixels (4 032 ×
2 272)*3
Gross: Approx. 2 510 000 pixels
Effective (movie, 16:9)*4
:
Approx. 2 100 000 pixels
Effective (photo, 16:9):
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Dimensions (approx.):
LCD monitor
HDR-CX240/CX240E:
Picture: 6.7 cm (2.7 type, aspect ratio
16:9)
Total number of pixels:
230 400 (960 × 240)
54.0 mm × 59.5 mm × 128.0 mm
(2 1/4 in. × 2 3/8 in. × 5 1/8 in.) (w/
h/d) including the projecting
parts
54.0 mm × 59.5 mm × 128.0 mm
(2 1/4 in. × 2 3/8 in. × 5 1/8 in.) (w/
h/d) including the projecting
parts, and the supplied
rechargeable battery pack
inserted
Projector (HDR-PJ240/PJ240E/
PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275)
Projection type: DLP
Light source: LED (R/G/B)
Focus: Manual
Throw Distance: 0.5 m (1.6 feet) or
over
Contrast ratio: 1 500:1
Resolution (output): 640 × 360
Continuous projection time (when
using the supplied battery pack):
Approx. 1 h. 10 min.
HDR-PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/
PJ270E/PJ275:
59.0 mm × 59.5 mm × 128.0 mm
(2 3/8 in. × 2 3/8 in. × 5 1/8 in.)
(w/h/d) including the projecting
parts
59.0 mm × 59.5 mm × 128.0 mm
(2 3/8 in. × 2 3/8 in. × 5 1/8 in.)
(w/h/d) including the projecting
parts, and the supplied
rechargeable battery pack
inserted
Wireless LAN (HDR-PJ275)
Supported standard:
IEEE 802.11 b/g/n
Frequency: 2.4 GHz
Supported security protocols: WEP/
Mass (approx.)
WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK
HDR-CX240/CX240E:
190 g (6.7 oz) main unit only
215 g (7.6 oz) including the
supplied rechargeable battery
pack
Configuration method: WPS (Wi-Fi
Protected Setup)/manual
Access method: Infrastructure Mode
NFC: NFC Forum Type 3 Tag
compliant
HDR-PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/
PJ270E/PJ275:
210 g (7.4 oz) main unit only
235 g (8.3 oz) including the
supplied rechargeable battery
pack
General
Power requirements: DC 3.6 V
(battery pack), DC 5 V 1 500 mA
(AC Adaptor)
USB Charging: DC 5 V 800 mA
Average power consumption:
During camera recording using LCD
monitor at normal brightness:
HDR-CX240/CX240E: 1.8 W
HDR-PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/
PJ270E/PJ275: 1.9 W
AC Adaptor AC-UUD11
Power requirements: AC 100 V -
240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz
Current consumption: 200 mA
Power consumption: 11 W
Output voltage: DC 5.0 V, 1 500 mA
Operating temperature: 0 °C to 50 °C
(32 °F to 122 °F)
Operating temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C
(32 °F to 104 °F)
Storage temperature: –20 °C to
+60 °C (–4 °F to +140 °F)
Storage temperature: –20 °C to
+60 °C (–4 °F to +140 °F)
2G8B
• The charging times are measured
when charging the camcorder at a
room temperature of 25 °C (77 °F)
without using the USB Connection
support cable.
• The recording and playback times
are measured when using the
camcorder at 25 °C (77 °F).
Rechargeable battery
pack NP-BX1
Used battery: Lithium-ion battery
Maximum voltage: DC 4.2 V
Nominal voltage: DC 3.6 V
Maximum charge voltage: DC 4.2 V
Maximum charge current: 1.89 A
Capacity: 4.5 Wh (1 240 mAh)
• The recording times are measured
when recording movies with the
Design and specifications of your
camcorder and accessories are
subject to change without notice.
default settings ([
REC Mode]:
[Standard
], [Dual Video REC]:
[On]).
• Typical recording time shows the
time when you repeat recording
start/stop, switching the [Shooting
Mode], and zooming.
Estimated time of
charging, recording, and
playback using the
supplied battery pack
Trademarks
• AVCHD, AVCHD Progressive, AVCHD
logotype and AVCHD Progressive
logotype are trademarks of
Panasonic Corporation and Sony
Corporation.
HDR-CX240/CX240E
Charging time (minutes)
AC Adaptor
(supplied)
155
275
• Memory Stick and
are
trademarks or registered
trademarks of Sony Corporation.
• 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.
• The terms HDMI and HDMI High-
Definition Multimedia Interface, and
the HDMI Logo are trademarks or
registered trademarks of HDMI
Licensing LLC in the United States
and other countries.
Computer
Recording time (minutes)
Continuous
130
65
Typical
Playback time (minutes) 210
HDR-PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/
PJ275
Charging time (minutes)
• Microsoft, Windows, and Windows
AC Adaptor
(supplied)
155
275
Vista are either registered
trademarks or trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the United
States and/or other countries.
• Mac and Mac OS are registered
trademarks of Apple Inc. in the
United States and other countries.
• Intel, Intel Core, and Pentium are
trademarks of Intel Corporation in
the U.S. and/or other countries.
Computer
Recording time (minutes)
Continuous
125
60
Typical
Playback time (minutes) 210
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• microSDXC logo is a trademark of
SD-3C, LLC.
• Android, Google Play are
trademarks of Google Inc.
• iOS is a registered trademark or
trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc.
• Wi-Fi, the Wi-Fi logo, Wi-Fi
PROTECTED SET-UP are registered
trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
• The N Mark is a trademark or
registered trademark of NFC Forum,
Inc. in the United States and in other
countries.
Parts and controls
Figures in ( ) are reference
pages.
• Facebook and the “f” logo are
trademarks or registered
trademarks of Facebook, Inc.
• YouTube and the YouTube logo are
trademarks or registered
NFC: Near Field
Communication
Lens (ZEISS lens)
trademarks of Google Inc.
• iPhone and iPad are trademarks of
Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and
other countries.
All other product names mentioned
herein may be the trademarks or
registered trademarks of their
respective companies. Furthermore,
™ and ® are not mentioned in each
case in this manual.
Built-in microphone
(HDR-PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/
PJ270E/PJ275)
PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/
PJ270E/PJ275)
LCD monitor
Projector lens (HDR-PJ240/
PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275)
3G0B
Speaker
Memory card access lamp
(12)
HDMI OUT jack
PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/
PJ270E/PJ275)
Tripod receptacle
Battery release lever
To fasten the grip belt
POWER/CHG (charge) lamp
(10)
Loop for a shoulder belt
Multi Terminal
This terminal does not support
VMC-AVM1 Adaptor Cable (sold
separately). You cannot use
accessories via an A/V remote
connector.
Grip belt
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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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