4-163-319-11(1)

Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Getting Started 15

Recording/
25
Operating Guide Playback

Editing 56

Using the Menu 65

HDR-AX2000 Connecting with a
81
Computer

Troubleshooting 83

Additional Information 95

Quick Reference 109

Spanish Quick Guide/

118
Guía rápida en español

© 2009 Sony Corporation

 Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the
bottom. Record the serial number in the space
provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever
you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this
product.
Model No. HDR-AX2000
Serial No.
Model No. AC-
No.

WARNING
To reduce fire or shock hazard, do
not expose the unit to rain or
moisture.

This symbol is intended to alert

the user to the presence of
uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the product’s
enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.

This symbol is intended to alert

the user to the presence of
important operating and
maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.

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 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
• Read these instructions.
• Keep these instructions.
• Heed all warnings.
• Follow all instructions.
• Do not use this apparatus near water.
• Clean only with dry cloth.
• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
• Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug.
A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A
grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The
wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of
the obsolete outlet.
• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
• Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
• Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-
over.

• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
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 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (Continued)

• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required

when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply
cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into
the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does
not operate normally, or has been dropped.
• If the shape of the plug does not fit the power outlet, use an attachment
plug adaptor of the proper configuration for the power outlet.

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Read this first

Before operating this unit, please read this AC Adaptor

manual thoroughly, and retain it for future • Use the nearby wall outlet when using the AC
reference. Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the
wall outlet (wall socket) immediately if any
To handle the recorded images on malfunction occurs while using your camcorder.
your computer • Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow
space, such as between a wall and furniture.
Refer to “Help” on the supplied CD-ROM
• Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power
“Content Management Utility.” (house current) is still supplied to it while
connected to the wall outlet (wall socket) via the
CAUTION AC Adaptor.

Replace the battery with the For customers in the U.S.A. and
specified type only. Otherwise, fire CANADA
or injury may result.
Excessive sound pressure from earphones and RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES
headphones can cause hearing loss. Lithium-Ion batteries are
recyclable. You can help preserve
Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat such
our environment by returning
as sunshine, fire or the like.
your used rechargeable batteries
to the collection and recycling
Battery pack location nearest you.
If the battery pack is mishandled, the battery pack For more information regarding recycling of
can burst, cause a fire or even chemical burns. rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-822-
Observe the following cautions. 8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/
• Do not disassemble.
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking
• Do not crush and do not expose the battery pack Lithium-Ion batteries.
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.

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However, there is no guarantee that interference

For customers in the U.S.A. will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to
UL is an internationally recognized safety radio or television reception, which can be
organization. determined by turning the equipment off and on,
The UL Mark on the product means it has the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following
been UL Listed. measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
If you have any questions about this – Increase the separation between the equipment
product, you may call: and receiver.
Sony Customer Information Center – Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
1-800-222-SONY (7669). circuit different from that to which the receiver
The number below is for the FCC related is connected.
matters only. – Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
The supplied interface cable must be used with the
Regulatory Information equipment in order to comply with the limits for a
digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of
Declaration of Conformity FCC Rules.
Trade Name: SONY
For the State of California, USA only
Model No.: HDR-AX2000
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Perchlorate Material - special handling may
apply, See
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate
92127 U.S.A. Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains
Telephone Number: 858-942-2230 perchlorate.
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.
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.

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Representative plug of power supply cord of countries/regions around the world.

A Type B Type BF Type B3 Type C Type (CEE SE Type (CEE O Type (Ocean
(American (British Type) (British Type) (British Type) Type) Type) Type)
Type)

The representative supply voltage and plug type are described in this chart.
Depend on an area, Different type of plug and supply voltage are used.
Attention: Power cord meeting demands from each country shall be used.
- For only the United States
Use a UL Listed, 1.5-3 m (5-10 ft.), Type SPT-2 or NISPT-2, AWG no. 18 power supply cord, rated for
125 V 7 A, with a NEMA 1-15P plug rated for 125 V 15 A.”
Europe
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type
Austria 230 50 C
Belgium 230 50 C
Czech 220 50 C
Denmark 230 50 C
Finland 230 50 C
France 230 50 C
Germany 230 50 C
Greece 220 50 C
Hungary 220 50 C
Iceland 230 50 C
Ireland 230 50 C/BF
Italy 220 50 C
Luxemburg 230 50 C
Netherlands 230 50 C
Norway 230 50 C
Poland 220 50 C
Portugal 230 50 C
Romania 220 50 C
Russia 220 50 C
Slovak 220 50 C
Spain 127/230 50 C
Sweden 230 50 C
Switzerland 230 50 C
UK 240 50 BF

Asia
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type
China 220 50 A
Hong Kong 200/220 50 BF
India 230/240 50 C
Indonesia 127/230 50 C
Japan 100 50/60 A
Korea (rep) 220 60 C
Malaysia 240 50 BF
Philippines 220/230 60 A/C
Singapore 230 50 BF
Taiwan 110 60 A
Thailand 220 50 C/BF
Vietnam 220 50 A/C

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Oceania
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type
Australia 240 50 O
New Zealand 230/240 50 O

North America
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type
Canada 120 60 A
USA 120 60 A

Central America
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type
Bahamas 120/240 60 A
Costa Rica 110 60 A
Cuba 110/220 60 A/C
Dominican (rep) 110 60 A
El Salvador 110 60 A
Guatemala 120 60 A
Honduras 110 60 A
Jamaica 110 50 A
Mexico 120/127 60 A
Nicaragua 120/240 60 A
Panama 110/220 60 A

South America
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type
Argentina 220 50 C/BF/O
Brazil 127/220 60 A/C
Chile 220 50 C
Colombia 120 60 A
Peru 220 60 A/C
Venezuela 120 60 A

Middle East
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type
Iran 220 50 C/BF
Iraq 220 50 C/BF
Israel 230 50 C
Saudi Arabia 127/220 50 A/C/BF
Turkey 220 50 C
UAE 240 50 C/BF

Africa
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type
Algeria 127/220 50 C
Congo (dem) 220 50 C
Egypt 220 50 C
Ethiopia 220 50 C
Kenya 240 50 C/BF
Nigeria 230 50 C/BF
South Africa 220/230 50 C/BF
Tanzania 230 50 C/BF
Tunisia 220 50 C

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 b Notes
Notes on use • “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media can be used
only with “Memory Stick PRO” media
Types of memory cards you can use in compatible equipment.
your camcorder • Do not attach a label or the like on “Memory
You can use “Memory Stick PRO Duo” Stick PRO Duo” media or a “Memory Stick
media, “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” Duo” media adaptor.
media, SD memory cards, and SDHC • When using a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media
memory cards in your camcorder. You with “Memory Stick” media compatible
cannot use a MultiMedia Card. equipment, insert the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
media into the “Memory Stick Duo” media
• “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media and adaptor.
“Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” media are
both called “Memory Stick PRO Duo” Using the camcorder
media in this manual.
• Do not hold the camcorder by the
• See page 95 for the recordable time of following part.
memory cards.
• Up to 32 GB of memory cards are
confirmed to be used with your
camcorder.

Types of “Memory Stick PRO Duo”

media you can use in your camcorder Lens hood LCD panel
• It is recommended to use “Memory Stick
PRO Duo” media of 1 GB or larger
marked with:
– (“Memory Stick
PRO Duo” media)*
– (“Memory Stick
PRO-HG Duo” media)
Internal Microphone (sold
* Marked with Mark2 or not, either can be used. microphone separately) or
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media/“Memory Microphone holder
Stick PRO-HG Duo” media
(This size can be used with your
camcorder.)

Viewfinder

“Memory Stick” media b Notes

(You cannot use it in your camcorder.) • The camcorder is not dustproof, dripproof or
waterproof. See “About handling of your
camcorder” (p. 102).
• Connect cables to your camcorder with their
terminals placed the correct way. Squeezing the
terminals into your camcorder's jacks may
damage them or results in a malfunction of your
camcorder.

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About menu items, LCD panel, pack is beyond the safely operable range.
viewfinder, and lens In this case, a message appears on the
LCD screen or in the viewfinder (p. 92).
• A menu item that is grayed out is not
available under the current recording or On recording
playback conditions.
• In order to stabilize memory card
• The LCD screen and the viewfinder are
operation, it is recommended that you
manufactured using extremely high-
format the memory card when you use it
precision technology, so over 99.99% of
with your camcorder for the first time. All
the pixels are operational for effective
data recorded on the memory card will be
use. However, there may be some tiny
erased by formatting, and can not be
black points and/or bright points (white,
recovered. Save important data on the
red, blue, or green in color) that appear
memory card on other media such as a
constantly on the LCD screen and/or the
computer, before formatting the memory
viewfinder. These points are normal
card.
results of the manufacturing process and
do not affect the recording in any way. • Before starting to record, test the
recording function to make sure the
picture and sound are recorded without
any problems.
• Compensation for the loss of the content
of recordings or the loss of recording
opportunities cannot be provided, even if
recording or playback is not possible due
to a malfunction of the camcorder, storage
media, etc., or even if images or sounds
Black point
are distorted due to the limits of the
White, red, blue or green point capabilities of the camcorder.
• TV color systems differ depending on the
countries/regions. To view your
Do not expose your camcorder’s recordings on a TV, you need an NTSC
viewfinder, lens, or LCD screen to the system-based TV.
sun or strong light source for extended • Television programs, films, video tapes,
periods. and other materials may be copyrighted.
Unauthorized recording of such materials
• Intense light sources, especially the sun
may be contrary to the copyright laws.
will converge on the viewfinder or lens
and damage the internal parts of your • Because of the way that the image device
camcorder. Avoid sunlight or other strong (CMOS sensor) reads out image signals,
light sources when storing your the following phenomena may occur.
camcorder. Protect this device by always – The subjects passing by the frame rapidly
closing the lens cover or by placing it in might appear crooked depending on the
recording conditions. (This phenomenon may
its bag when not in use. be notable in displays having high motion
resolution.)
About temperature of your camcorder – Horizontal lines appear on the screen during
and battery pack recording under fluorescent lights. The
phenomena can be reduced by adjusting the
• Your camcorder has a protective function
shutter speed (p. 32).
that disables recording or playback if the
temperature of your camcorder or battery
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 – Images on the screen look horizontally fragmented. As a result, you may not be
divided when a subject is lighted with a flash. able to record and save images properly.
The phenomena can be reduced by using a If this happens, save images on a separate
slower shutter speed.
recordable media, such as a disc or
computer, then format the memory card
On playing back movies (p. 62).
• Your camcorder is compatible with
MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 High Profile for Note on disposal/transfer
high definition image quality (HD) • Even if you delete all data or format the
recording. Therefore, you cannot play memory card on your camcorder or
back images recorded with high definition computer, you may not delete data from
image quality (HD) on your camcorder the memory card completely. When you
with the following devices; transfer the memory card or your
– Other AVCHD format compatible devices camcorder, it is recommended that you
which are not compatible with High Profile
delete the data completely using
– Devices which are not compatible with the
commercially available data deletion
AVCHD format
software to prevent the recovery of your
• Movies made using this camcorder may data. Also, when you dispose of the
not play back normally on devices other memory card, it is recommended that you
than this camcorder. Also, movies destroy the actual body of the memory
recorded on other devices may not play card.
back properly on this camcorder.
About the operation of the camcorder
Discs recorded with high definition
• You can operate the camcorder using the
image quality (HD)
SEL/PUSH EXEC dial/B/b buttons
• This camcorder captures high definition (p. 22), V/v/B/b/EXEC buttons (p. 65),
footage in the AVCHD format. DVD and the touch panel. However, you cannot
media containing AVCHD footage should use the touch panel to make some settings
not be used with DVD based players or such as the MENU items.
recorders, as the DVD player/recorder
may fail to eject the media and may erase About this manual
its contents without warning.
• The images of the LCD screen and the
Save all your recorded image data viewfinder used in this manual for
illustration purposes are captured using a
• To prevent your image data from being digital still camera, and therefore may
lost, save all your recorded images on appear different.
external media periodically. It is • The on-screen displays in each local
recommended that you save the image language are used for illustrating the
data on a computer using the supplied operating procedures. Change the screen
application software. language before using your camcorder if
necessary (p. 23).
Format the recording media using
• Design and specifications of recording
[MEDIA FORMAT] if images are not media and other accessories are subject to
recorded or played back properly change without notice.
• If you continue recording and deleting
images on a memory card for a long time,
the files on that memory card may be
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 Table of Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................. 3
Read this first ........................................................................................... 5

Getting Started
Step 1: Checking supplied items ............................................................ 15
Step 2: Attaching the lens hood with lens cover .................................... 16
Step 3: Charging the battery pack ......................................................... 17
Step 4: Turning the power on and holding your camcorder properly ..... 19
Step 5: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder .................................... 20
Step 6: Setting the date and time ........................................................... 22
Changing the language setting........................................................... 23
Step 7: Inserting a memory card ............................................................ 23

Recording/Playback

Recording ............................................................................................... 25
Selecting the recording format............................................................ 27
Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings ............................ 29
Adjusting the zoom.............................................................................. 29
Adjusting the focus manually .............................................................. 30
Adjusting the image brightness .......................................................... 31
Adjusting to natural color (White balance) .......................................... 33
Customizing the picture quality (Picture profile) ................................. 35
Audio setup ......................................................................................... 39
Recording with the SMOOTH SLOW REC function ............................. 41
Assigning the functions to the ASSIGN buttons ..................................... 43
Playback ................................................................................................ 45
Viewing still images ............................................................................. 47
Changing/checking the settings in your camcorder ............................... 49
Changing the screen........................................................................... 49
Displaying recording data (Data code)............................................... 49
Displaying the settings in your camcorder (Status check) ................. 50
Connecting a monitor or a TV ................................................................ 51

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Editing
Operating the MODE menu ....................................................................56
Protecting recorded images (Protect) .....................................................57
Using the Playlist of movies ...................................................................58
Creating the Playlist ............................................................................ 58
Playing the Playlist .............................................................................. 58
Capturing still images from a movie .......................................................59
Dividing a movie .....................................................................................60
Deleting movies and still images ............................................................61
Formatting the memory card ..................................................................62
Preventing data on the memory card from being recovered ..................63
Repairing the image database file ..........................................................64

Using the Menu

Operating the menu .............................................................. 65
Menu items .............................................................................................67
(CAMERA SET) menu ....................................................................69
Settings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions (GAIN SET/
BACK LIGHT/STEADYSHOT, etc.)
(REC/OUT SET) menu ....................................................................73
Recording settings, input and output settings (REC FORMAT/VIDEO OUT,
etc.)
(AUDIO SET) menu .........................................................................75
Settings for the audio recording (AUDIO LIMIT/XLR SET, etc.)
(DISPLAY SET) menu .....................................................................77
Display settings of the display and the viewfinder (MARKER/VF BACKLIGHT/
DISPLAY OUTPUT, etc.)
(OTHERS) menu ...............................................................................80
Settings while recording or other basic settings (AREA SET/BEEP, etc.)

Connecting with a Computer

Saving images with a computer .............................................................81

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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting ..................................................................................... 83
Warning indicators and messages ......................................................... 92

Additional Information
Recording time of movies ...................................................................... 95
Using your camcorder abroad ................................................................ 97
File/folder structure on the memory card ............................................... 98
Maintenance and precautions ................................................................ 99
About the AVCHD format .................................................................... 99
About the “Memory Stick” media ........................................................ 99
About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack.............................................. 100
About x.v.Color.................................................................................. 101
About handling of your camcorder ................................................... 102
Specifications ....................................................................................... 105

Quick Reference
Identifying parts and controls ............................................................... 109
Wireless Remote Commander........................................................... 113
Screen indicators ................................................................................. 114
Index .................................................................................................... 115

Spanish Quick Guide/Guía rápida en español 118

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Getting Started

Step 1: Checking supplied items

Make sure that you have following items Large eyecup (1) (p. 21)
supplied with your camcorder.
The number in the parentheses indicates the
number of that item supplied.
• Memory cards are not included. See pages 9 and
99 for types of memory cards that you can use
on your camcorder.
AC Adaptor (AC-L100C) (1) (p. 17) Rechargeable battery pack (NP-F570) (1)
(p. 17, 100)

Getting Started
Lens hood with lens cover (1) (p. 16)
Power cord (mains lead) (1) (p. 17)
This lens hood is pre-mounted.

Wireless Remote Commander (RMT-845)

(1) (p. 113)
CD-ROM “Content Management Utility” (1)
Operating Guide (1)

A button-type lithium battery is already installed.

Component video cable (1) (p. 51)

A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 51)

USB cable (1) (p. 81)

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 Step 2: Attaching the lens hood with lens cover

PUSH (lens hood release) button

Align the marks on the lens hood to

those on the camcorder, and turn the
lens hood in the direction of the
arrow 2 until it is locked.

To remove the lens hood with lens

cover
Turn the lens hood in the opposite direction
to the arrow 2 in the illustration while
pressing the PUSH (lens hood release)
button.
z Tips
• If you attach or remove a 72mm (2 7/8 in.) PL
filter or MC protector, remove the lens hood
with lens cover.

To open or close the shutter of the

lens hood with lens cover
Move the lens cover lever to OPEN to open
the lens cover, and move the lever to
CLOSE to close the lens cover.

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Step 3: Charging the battery pack

You can charge the “InfoLITHIUM”

battery pack (L series) with the 1 Press the battery pack against the
supplied AC Adaptor. back of your camcorder and slide
it down.
b Notes
• You cannot use batteries other than the
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (L series)
(p. 100).

Getting Started
2 With the B mark on the DC plug
DC plug DC IN jack facing outwards, connect the DC
plug to the DC IN jack on your
camcorder.
Power cord
(mains lead)

AC Adaptor
To the wall outlet
(wall socket)

B mark

3 Connect the power cord (mains

lead) to the AC Adaptor.

4 Connect the power cord (mains

lead) to the wall outlet (wall
socket).

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 Step 3: Charging the battery pack (Continued)

To remove the battery pack

5 Set the POWER switch to OFF Slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).
(CHG). Push the BATT RELEASE (battery release)
The CHG lamp lights up and charging button and remove the battery pack.
starts.

BATT RELEASE
(battery release) button

To store the battery pack

If the battery pack is not in use for a while,
run down the battery and store it. See page
101 for details on storage of the battery
pack.
After charging the battery
The CHG lamp turns off when the battery is Charging time
fully charged. Disconnect the AC Adaptor Approximate time (min.) required when
from the DC IN jack. you fully charge a fully discharged battery
pack.
z Tips
• You can check the remaining battery life with Battery pack Charging time
the status check function (p. 50). NP-F570 (supplied) 260
NP-F770 370
NP-F970 485

b Notes
• You cannot use the NP-F330 battery pack with
your camcorder.

On the battery pack

• Before changing the battery pack, slide the
POWER switch to OFF (CHG).
• The CHG lamp flashes during charging, or the
Battery Info (p. 50) will not be correctly
displayed under the following conditions.
– The battery pack is not attached correctly.
– The battery pack is damaged.
– The battery pack is worn-out.

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 Step 4: Turning the
power on and holding
– The battery pack is too cold.
Remove the battery pack and put it in a warm
your camcorder
place. properly
– The battery pack is too hot.
Remove the battery pack and put it in a cool To record or play back, set the POWER
place. switch to ON.
• The power will not be supplied from the battery When you use your camcorder for the first
as long as the AC Adaptor is connected to the time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears
DC IN jack of your camcorder, even when the (p. 22).
power cord (mains lead) is disconnected from

Getting Started
the wall outlet (wall socket).

On the charging time

• Time measured with the camcorder at 25 °C
(77 °F). 10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F) is
recommended.

Using an outside power source

You can use the AC Adaptor to obtain the
AC power. While you are using the AC
Adaptor, the battery pack will not lose its
charge even when it is attached to your POWER switch
camcorder.

Connect your camcorder as shown 1 Slide the POWER switch to ON

in “Step 3: Charging the battery while pressing the green button.
pack” on page 17. Press and hold the
green button.

On the AC Adaptor
• Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC
Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic
objects. This may cause a malfunction.
b Notes
• The current date and time appear on the LCD
screen for a few seconds when you turn on your
camcorder after you set the date and time with
[CLOCK SET] (p. 22).

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 Step 4: Turning the power on and Step 5: Adjusting the
holding your camcorder properly
(Continued) LCD panel and
viewfinder
2 Hold the camcorder properly.
LCD panel
Open the LCD panel 180 degrees (1), then
rotate it to the best angle to record or play
back (2).

1Open 180 degrees.

290 degrees
(max.)

2180 degrees
(max.)
3 Ensure a good grip, then fasten
the grip belt.

DISPLAY button

z Tips
• Images are displayed as mirror images on the
LCD screen, but are recorded as normal images.

To turn off the LCD backlight to make

the battery last longer
To turn off the power Press and hold the DISPLAY button for a
Slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). few seconds until appears.
This setting is practical when you use your
b Notes camcorder in bright conditions or when you
• If warning messages appear on the screen, want to save battery power. The recorded
follow the instructions (p. 93). picture will not be affected by the setting.
To turn on the LCD backlight, press and
hold the DISPLAY button for a few
seconds until disappears.
Also, you can turn on the LCD backlight by
turning on/off the camcorder.
z Tips
• You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen
from [LCD BRIGHT] (p. 78).
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 b Notes
Viewfinder
• Do not remove the pre-attached eyecup.
You can view picture using the viewfinder
to save the battery, or when the picture on Large eyecup
the LCD screen is not clear. (supplied)
Viewfinder lens Attach with the
adjustment lever protruding part
Move it until the picture at the top.
becomes clear.

Getting Started
b Notes
• You may see primary colors shimmering in the
viewfinder when you move your line of sight.
This is not a malfunction. The shimmering
colors will not be recorded on the memory card.

z Tips
• You can adjust the brightness of the viewfinder
backlight from [VF BACKLIGHT] (p. 79).
• To display images both on the LCD display and
in the viewfinder, set [VF POWERMODE] to
[ON] (p. 79).

When the picture in the viewfinder is

hard to see
If you cannot see the picture in the
viewfinder clearly under bright
circumstances, use the supplied large
eyecup. To attach the large eyecup, stretch
it slightly and align it with the eyecup
groove in the viewfinder. You can attach
the large eyecup facing either the right or
left side.

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 Step 6: Setting the date and time

Set the date and time when using your

camcorder for the first time. If you do not 2 Select (OTHERS) by turning
set the date and time, [CLOCK SET] screen the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial, then
appears every time you turn on your press the dial.
camcorder.
z Tips
• If you do not use your camcorder for about 3
months, the built-in rechargeable battery gets
discharged and the date and time settings may
be cleared from the memory. In that case,
charge the rechargeable battery and then set the
date and time again (p. 103).

3 Select [CLOCK SET] by turning

the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial, then
press the dial.

4 Select your area by turning the

SEL/PUSH EXEC dial, then press
SEL/PUSH MENU the dial.
EXEC dial button

Skip to step 4 when you set the clock for

the first time.

1 Press the MENU button.

5 Set [DST SET]/[SUMMERTIME],
[Y] (year), [M] (month), [D] (day),
hour and minute, by turning the
SEL/PUSH EXEC dial, then press
the dial.

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 Step 7: Inserting a
memory card

1 Open the cover in the direction of

the arrow.

The clock starts.

• Set [DST SET]/[SUMMERTIME] to [ON]

Getting Started
to move the time forward 1 hour.
• You can set any year up to the year 2037.
• For midnight, set it to 12:00 AM. For
midday, set it to 12:00 PM.

z Tips
• The date and time are automatically recorded on
2 Orient the memory card’s
notched corner as shown in the
the selected memory card, and can be displayed
during playback (DATA CODE button, p. 49). illustration, and insert into the
memory card slot until it clicks.
Changing the language setting Memory card slot A and
its access lamp
You can change the on-screen displays to
show messages in a specified language.
Press the MENU button and select
(OTHERS) with the SEL/PUSH EXEC
dial. Select the screen language in
[LANGUAGE] (p. 80).

Memory card slot B and

its access lamp
Insert with the notched corner
first, and facing down.

b Notes
• If you insert a memory card into the slot in
the wrong direction, the memory card, the
memory card slot, or image data may be
damaged.
• When you insert a new memory card in
standby mode, the [Create a new Image

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 Step 7: Inserting a memory card (Continued)

Database File.] screen appears. Follow the b Notes

screen indication, and touch [YES]. • You can only select a slot that already has a
memory card inserted.
• While movies are being recorded on the
memory card, you cannot switch the slot even if
To eject the memory card you press the memory card slot A/B buttons.
Lightly push the memory card once.
z Tips
b Notes • When only one slot has a memory card inserted,
the slot that has the memory card is selected
• When the access lamp is lit or flashing in red,
automatically.
your camcorder is reading/writing data. Do not
shake or knock your camcorder, turn the power • If the memory card is fully recorded during
off, eject the memory card, or remove the recording, the camcorder continues recording
battery pack. Otherwise, image data may be automatically on the memory card inserted in
damaged. the other slot (Relay recording, p. 26).
• If [Failed to create a new Image Database File.
It may be possible that there is not enough free
space.] appears in step 2, format the memory
card (p. 62).
• When inserting or ejecting the memory card, be
careful to prevent the memory card from
popping out and dropping.

Selecting the memory card slot to be

used for recording
Press the A or B button of the memory card
slot where the memory card you want to
record on is inserted. The lamp of the
selected slot lights up in green.

Memory card slot A button

Memory card slot B button

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Recording/Playback

Recording
Recording lamp
Handle record button

Recording lamp

Lens hood

POWER switch

Record button

Recording/Playback
Your camcorder records movies on memory cards. Do the following steps to record movies.
• This camcorder can record movies in either high definition image quality (HD) or standard definition
image quality (SD). The factory setting is high definition image quality (HD) ([REC FORMAT], p. 27).

b Notes
• When the access lamp is lit or flashing in red, your camcorder is writing data on the memory card. Do not
shake or knock your camcorder, or remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor.
• See page 95 on the recording time of movies.
• Your camcorder can record movies for about 13 hours continuously.
• If a movie file exceeds 2 GB during recording, the camcorder divides the file and create a new file
automatically.
• The menu settings, the PICTURE PROFILE settings, and the settings made by the AUTO/MANUAL
switch are stored in your camcorder when you turn the POWER switch to OFF. The access lamp lights up
while the settings are being stored. If you remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor before turning off
the power, the settings may return to the default settings.

1 Open the shutter of the lens hood.

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 Recording (Continued)

2 Slide the POWER switch to ON while pressing the green button.

Press and hold the green
button.

3 Press the record button or the handle record button.

[STBY] t [REC]

The recording lamp lights up during recording.

To stop the movie recording, press the record button or the handle record button again.

z Tips
• When recording in high definition image quality (HD), the aspect ratio is fixed to 16:9. When recording in
standard definition image quality (SD), you can switch the aspect ratio to 4:3 ([ WIDE REC], p. 73).
• You can change the screen display during recording (p. 49).
• Indicators displayed on the screen during recording are shown on page 114.
• The recording lamp can be set to stay off ([REC LAMP], p. 80).
• For low angle recording, the handle record button is convenient. Release the HOLD lever to enable the
handle record button. It might be helpful if you set the LCD panel face up or close it after turning it face
down, or lift the viewfinder up during the low angle recording.
• You can capture still images from the movies you recorded (p. 59).

To continue recording on memory cards, one after another (Relay recording)

Insert memory cards each in both slots A and B, so the camcorder switches memory card A (or
B) just before space on the other one runs out, and continues recording on the next memory
card automatically.

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 Insert a recordable memory card.

Small space

Start End

REC: Recording
Small space

b Notes

Recording/Playback
• Do not eject the memory card that is currently being used for recording. Replace only the memory card
whose slot lamp is off.
• Even if you press the memory card slot button, A or B, while recording movies, you cannot switch the slot
currently being used.
• When the remaining recording time of the memory card being used is less than 1 minute and the other slot
has a recordable memory card inserted, [ ] or [ ] appears on the camcorder screen.
The indicator turns off when the memory card is switched.
• If you start recording on a memory card with the remaining recording time of less than 1 minute, the
camcorder may not be able to relay-record. To relay-record without fail, make sure that the memory card
has more than 1 minute when you start recording.
• Seamless playback of relay-recorded movies with this camcorder is not possible.
• You can re-combine relay-recorded movies using the supplied application software (Windows only).

Selecting the recording format

You can select the recording format (bit-rate, image quality, image size, frame rate, scanning
system). In the default setting, [ ] is selected.

To change the setting

Press MENU t select (REC/OUT SET) t [REC FORMAT] with the SEL/PUSH
EXEC dial.

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 Recording (Continued)

Setting value Description

• Bit-rate
FX: max. 24 Mbps
FH: approx. 17 Mbps (average)
HQ: approx. 9 Mbps (average)
LP: approx. 5 Mbps (average)
• Image quality
HD: High definition image quality
SD: Standard definition image quality
• Image size
FX: 1920u1080
FH: 1920u1080
HQ: HD recording 1440u1080
SD recording 720u480
LP: 1440u1080
• Frame rate
either 24, 30, or 60
• Scanning system
i: interlace
p: progressive
pSCAN: Records images of progressive scanning system as interlace
signal (60i).

Setting value
If you select [ ], for example, movies are recorded with following format.
• HD: High definition image quality. SD is standard definition image quality.
• 1080: Effective scanning lines
• 60: Frame rate
• i: Scanning system
• FX: Recording mode
b Notes
• The recording mode is fixed to FX or FH with the progressive scanning system.

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Changing the settings of your camcorder
recordings
Adjusting the zoom Using the handle zoom
1 Set the handle zoom switch B to VAR
or FIX.
z Tips
• When you set the handle zoom switch B to
VAR, you can zoom in or out at variable
speed.
• When you set the handle zoom switch B to
FIX, you can zoom in or out at fixed speed
set in [HANDLE ZOOM] (p. 71).
2 Press the handle zoom lever A to zoom
in or out.

Recording/Playback
.
b Notes
• You cannot use the handle zoom lever A when
Using the power zoom lever the handle zoom switch B is set to OFF.
Move the power zoom lever D slightly for • You cannot change the zoom speed of the power
a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom lever D with the handle zoom switch B.
zoom.
Wide view: (Wide angle)
Using the zoom ring
You can zoom at the desired speed by
turning the zoom ring C. Fine adjustment
is also possible.
b Notes
• Turn the zoom ring C at a moderate speed. If
you turn it too fast, the zoom speed may lag
behind the zoom ring rotation speed, or the
Close view: (Telephoto) operation sound of the zoom may also be
recorded.
z Tips
• The minimum distance required between your
camcorder and the subject for focus is about
1 cm (about 13/32 in.) for wide angle and about
80 cm (about 2 5/8 feet) for telephoto.
• The focus may not be adjusted at certain zoom
positions if the subject is within 80 cm (about
2 5/8 feet) from your camcorder.
• Be sure to keep your finger on the power zoom
lever D. If you move your finger off the power
zoom lever D, the operation sound of the
power zoom lever D may also be recorded.

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9 changes to when the focus

Adjusting the focus manually cannot be adjusted any farther. 9
changes to when the focus cannot be
adjusted any closer.
z Tips
For focusing manually
• It is easier to focus on the subject when you use
the zoom function. Move the power zoom lever
towards T (telephoto) to adjust the focus, and
then, towards W (wide angle) to adjust the zoom
for recording.
• When you want to record a close-up image of a
subject, move the power zoom lever towards W
(wide angle) to fully magnify the image, then
adjust the focus.

To restore automatic adjustment

Set the FOCUS switch B to AUTO.
9 disappears and the automatic focus
You can adjust the focus manually for adjustment is restored.
different recording conditions.
Use this function in the following cases. Using automatic focus temporarily
– To record a subject behind a window covered (Push auto focus)
with raindrops.
– To record horizontal stripes. Record the subject while pressing and
– To record a subject with little contrast between holding the PUSH AUTO button C.
the subject and its background. If you release the button, the setting returns
– When you want to focus on a subject in the to manual focusing.
background. Use this function to shift the focus on one
subject to another. The scenes will shift
smoothly.
z Tips
• The focal distance information (for when it is
dark and hard to adjust the focus) appears for
about 3 seconds in the following cases. (It will
– To record a stationary subject using a tripod. not be displayed correctly if you are using a
conversion lens (sold separately)).
– When you set the FOCUS switch B to
MAN and 9 appears on the screen
1 During recording or standby, set – When you rotate the focus ring while 9 is
the FOCUS switch B to MAN. displayed on the screen.
9 appears.

2 Rotate the focus ring A and

adjust the focus.
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 Using the expanded focus (Expanded Adjusting the image brightness
focus)
[EXPANDED FOCUS] is assigned to the
ASSIGN 7 button (p. 43).
Press the ASSIGN 7 button.
[EXPANDED FOCUS] appears and the
center of the screen is magnified by about
2.0 times. It will be easier to confirm the
focus setting during manual focusing. The
screen returns to the original size when you
press the button again.
b Notes

Recording/Playback
• Even though the image appears expanded on the
screen, the recorded image is not expanded.

z Tips
• You can select a type of an expanded image
displayed during the expanded focus
([EXPANDED FOCUS TYPE], p. 78).
You can adjust the image brightness by
Focusing on a distant subject (Focus adjusting the iris, gain or shutter speed, or
infinity) by reducing the light volume with the ND
filter B.
Slide the FOCUS switch B to INFINITY
and hold it there. b Notes
appears on the screen. • You cannot use the back light function and the
To return to manual focus mode, release the spotlight function when iris, gain and shutter
FOCUS switch B. This function enables speed are adjusted manually.
you to set focus on a distant subject even • [AE SHIFT] is not effective temporarily while
when the focus is automatically set on a you adjust the iris, gain and shutter speed all
close subject. manually.

b Notes Adjusting the iris

• This function is only available during the
You can manually adjust the iris to control
manual focus. It is not available during the
automatic focus. the volume of the light entering the lens. By
adjusting the iris, you can change or close
( ) the aperture of the lens, which is
expressed as an F value between F1.6 and
F11. The volume of the light increases the
more that you open the aperture (decreasing
F value). The volume of the light decreases
the more that you close the aperture
(increasing F value). The current F value
appears on the screen.
1 During recording or standby, set the
AUTO/MANUAL switch H to
MANUAL.
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 Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings (Continued)

2 When the iris is automatically adjusted, next to the gain value disappears, or
press the IRIS button E. the gain value appears on the screen.
next to the iris value disappears, or 3 Set the gain switch F to H, M or L.
the iris value appears on the screen. The gain value set for the selected gain
3 Adjust the iris with the iris ring A. switch position appears on the screen.
When you assign [PUSH AUTO IRIS] You can set the gain value for each gain
to one of the ASSIGN buttons, you can switch position from [GAIN SET] of the
automatically adjust the iris while (CAMERA SET) menu (p. 69).
pressing and holding that ASSIGN
button. See page 43 for details on the To adjust the gain automatically
ASSIGN button. Press the GAIN button C, or set the
z Tips AUTO/MANUAL switch H to AUTO.
The gain value disappears, or appears
• The F value becomes close to F3.4 as the zoom
next to the gain value.
position changes from W to T even when you
open the aperture by setting the F value lower b Notes
than F3.4, such as F1.6.
• The range of focus, an important effect of the • When you set AUTO/MANUAL switch H to
aperture, is called the depth of field. The depth AUTO, other manually adjusted items (iris,
shutter speed, white balance) also become
of field gets shallower as the aperture is opened,
and deeper as the aperture is closed. Use the automatic.
aperture creatively to obtain the desired effect in
z Tips
your photography.
• This is handy for making the background • When you record high definition image quality
blurred or sharp. (HD) movies with the gain set to [-6dB] and
play them back with the data code, the gain
value is displayed as [---].
To adjust the iris automatically
Press the IRIS button E, or set the AUTO/ Adjusting the shutter speed
MANUAL switch H to AUTO.
You can manually adjust and fix the shutter
The iris value disappears, or appears
speed. You can make a moving subject look
next to the iris value.
still or emphasize the movement of a
b Notes moving subject by adjusting the shutter
speed.
• When you set the AUTO/MANUAL switch H
to AUTO, other manually adjusted items (gain, 1 During recording or standby, set the
shutter speed, white balance) also become AUTO/MANUAL switch H to
automatic. MANUAL.
Adjusting the gain 2 Press the SHUTTER SPEED button D
until the shutter speed value is
You can adjust the gain manually when you highlighted.
do not want to use the AGC (automatic gain
control). 3 Change the shutter speed displayed on
the screen by turning the SEL/PUSH
1 During recording or standby, set the EXEC dial G.
AUTO/MANUAL switch H to You can adjust the shutter speed in a
MANUAL. range of 1/4 second through 1/10000
2 When the gain is automatically second.
adjusted, press the GAIN button C. The denominator of the set shutter speed
appears on the screen. For example,
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 [100] appears on the screen when you flashes during the iris automatic
set the shutter speed to 1/100 second. adjustment, set the ND filter to 3.
The larger the value on the screen, the The ND filter indicator will stop flashing
faster the shutter speed. and remain on the screen.
4 Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial G to If flashes, set the ND filter to OFF.
lock the shutter speed. The ND filter icon will disappear from the
To readjust the shutter speed, do steps screen.
2 to 4. b Notes
z Tips • If you change the ND filters B during
recording, the movie and sound may be
• You can set a shutter speed between 1/3 second
distorted.
and 1/10000 second with the frame rate of 24p
or 24p SCAN. • When adjusting the iris manually, the ND filter
icon does not flash even if the light volume
• It is difficult to focus automatically at a lower
should be adjusted with the ND filter.

Recording/Playback
shutter speed. Manual focusing with your
camcorder attached to a tripod is recommended. • If the camcorder cannot detect the ND filter
position (OFF/1/2/3), flashes on the screen.
• When recording under fluorescent lamps,
Make sure that the ND filter is set correctly.
sodium lamps, or mercury lamps, the picture
may flicker or change colors, or may have z Tips
horizontal bands of noise. You may be able to
improve the situation by adjusting the shutter • While recording a bright subject, diffraction
speed. may occur if you close the aperture further
down, resulting in a fuzzy focus (this is a
common phenomenon with video cameras). The
To adjust the shutter speed ND filter B suppresses this phenomenon and
automatically gives better recording results.
Press the SHUTTER SPEED button D
twice, or set the AUTO/MANUAL switch Adjusting to natural color (White
H to AUTO.
The shutter speed value disappears, or balance)
appears next to the shutter speed value.
b Notes
• When you set the AUTO/MANUAL switch H
to AUTO, other manually adjusted items (iris,
gain, white balance) also become automatic.

Adjusting the volume of light

(ND filter)
You can record the subject clearly by using
the ND filter B when the recording
environment is too bright.
The ND filters 1, 2 and 3 reduce the volume
of light to about 1/4, 1/16 and 1/64,
respectively.
If flashes during the iris automatic
adjustment, set the ND filter to 1. If
flashes during the iris automatic You can adjust and fix the white balance
adjustment, set the ND filter to 2. If according to the lighting conditions of
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 Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings (Continued)

recording environment. Indicator Shooting conditions

You can store white balance values in
n • Under the lighting
memory A ( A) and memory B ( B), conditions that change
Indoor
respectively. Unless a white balance is in many ways, such as
([INDOOR])
readjusted, values will remain even after the a party hall
power has been turned off. • Under strong light,
When you select PRESET, [OUTDOOR] or such as in a
[INDOOR] is selected, according to which photography studio
one you previously set with [WB PRESET] • Under sodium lamps
in the (CAMERA SET) menu. or mercury lamps

1 During recording or standby, set To save the adjusted white balance

the AUTO/MANUAL switch D to
MANUAL. value in memory A or B
1 Set the white balance memory switch to
A( A) or B ( B) in step 3 of
2 Press the WHT BAL button A. “Adjusting to natural color (White
balance).”
2 Capture a white subject, such as white
3 Set the white balance memory paper, full-screen in the same lighting
switch B to any one of condition as the one in which the subject
PRESET/A/B. is.
Select A or B for recording with the 3 Press the (one push) button C.
white balance setting stored in memory A or B starts flashing rapidly. It
A or B. will stay on when the white balance
adjustment is completed and the
Indicator Shooting conditions adjusted value is stored in A or
A • White balance values B.
(Memory A) adjusted for light
sources can be stored b Notes
B
in memory A and • When a white balance adjustment value has not
(Memory B)
memory B. Follow the been obtained successfully, A or B
steps in “To save the turns from rapid flashing to slow flashing.
adjusted white balance Adjust the subject appropriately and set the
value in memory A or shutter speed to auto or around 1/60, then try
B” (p. 34). adjusting the white balance again.
• Recording neon signs • It may take a long time to adjust the white
or fireworks balance, depending on the recording conditions.
Outdoor If you want to perform a different operation
([OUTDOOR]) • Recording sunset/
before completing the adjustment, set the white
sunrise, just after
balance memory switch B to another position
sunset or just before
to temporarily suspend white balance
sunrise
adjustment.
• Under daylight color
fluorescent lamps

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To adjust the white balance Picture profile
automatically Recording condition
number
Press the WHT BAL button A or set the PP1 You can assign your own
AUTO/MANUAL switch D to AUTO. setting
b Notes PP2 You can assign your own
• When you set the AUTO/MANUAL switch D setting.
to AUTO, other manual adjusted items (iris, PP3 Appropriate setting to
gain, and shutter speed) also become automatic.
record people

Customizing the picture quality PP4 Appropriate setting to

record film-like pictures
(Picture profile)
PP5 Appropriate setting to

Recording/Playback
record sunset
PP6 Appropriate setting to
record black and white
pictures

1 During standby, press the

PICTURE PROFILE button B.

2 Select a picture profile number

with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A.
You can record with the settings of the
selected picture profile.

You can customize the picture quality by

adjusting picture profile items such as
3 Select [OK] with the SEL/PUSH
EXEC dial A.
[GAMMA] and [DETAIL].
Connect your camcorder to a TV or
monitor, and adjust the picture quality
while observing the picture on the TV or To cancel the picture profile recording
monitor screen.
Picture quality settings for different Select [OFF] in step 2 with the SEL/PUSH
recording conditions have been stored in EXEC dial A.
[PP1] through [PP6] as default settings.
To change the picture profile
b Notes You can change the settings stored in [PP1]
• When you set [x.v.Color] in the through [PP6].
(CAMERA SET) menu to [ON], the picture
profile will be disabled. 1 Press the PICTURE PROFILE button
B.

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 Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings (Continued)

2 Select the PICTURE PROFILE number

with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A.
3 Select [SETTING] with the SEL/PUSH
EXEC dial A.
4 Select an item to be adjusted with the
SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A.
5 Adjust the picture quality with the SEL/
PUSH EXEC dial A.
6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 to adjust other
items.
7 Select [ RETURN] with the SEL/
PUSH EXEC dial A.
8 Select [OK] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC
dial A.
A picture profile indicator appears.

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GAMMA
To select a gamma curve.
Item Description and settings
[STANDARD] Standard gamma curve
[CINEMATONE1] Gamma curve 1 for producing tone of film camera images
[CINEMATONE2] Gamma curve 2 for producing tone of film camera images

COLOR MODE
To set type and level of colors.
Item Description and settings
[TYPE] Selects a type of colors.

Recording/Playback
[STANDARD] : Standard colors
[CINEMATONE1] : Film camera image-like colors good with
[GAMMA] set to [CINEMATONE1]
[CINEMATONE2] : Film camera image-like colors good with
[GAMMA] set to [CINEMATONE2]
[LEVEL] Sets a color level when you set [TYPE] to the settings other than
[STANDARD].
1 (close to color settings of [STANDARD]) to 8 (color settings of the
selected type)

COLOR LEVEL
To set the color level.
Item Description and settings
-7 (light) to +7 (dark), -8: black and white

COLOR PHASE
To set the color phase.
Item Description and settings
-7 (greenish) to +7 (reddish)

WB SHIFT
To set items for the white balance shift.
Item Description and settings
[LB[COLOR TEMP]] Sets a color temperature offset value.
-9 (bluish) to +9 (reddish)
[CC[MG/GR]] Sets a color correct offset value.
-9 (greenish) to +9 (magentish)

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 Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings (Continued)

DETAIL
To set items for the detail.
Item Description and settings
Sets the detail level.
-7 to +7

SKINTONE DETAIL
To adjust the detail of skintone areas to reduce wrinkles.
Item Description and settings
[ON/OFF] Suppresses details in skin-tone areas to reduce wrinkles. Select [ON]
when you want to use this function. You can also select other areas.
[LEVEL] Sets the adjustment level.
1 (less adjust the detail) to 8 (more adjust the detail)
[COLOR SEL] Sets color items for the detail adjustment.
[PHASE] : Sets the color phase.
0 (purple) t 32 (red) t 64 (yellow) t
96 (green) t 127 (blue)
[RANGE] : Sets the color range.
0 (selects no color), 1 (narrow: selects a single
color) to 31 (wide: selects multiple colors in
similar color phases and saturation)
The detail will not be adjusted when you set
[RANGE] to 0.
[SATURATION] : Sets the color saturation.
0 (selects a light color) to 31 (selects a deep color)

COPY
To copy the settings of the picture profile to another picture profile number.

RESET
To reset the picture profile to the default setting.

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To copy the picture profile setting to
Audio setup
another picture profile number
See page 35 for the location of the buttons.
1 Press the PICTURE PROFILE button
B.
2 Select the picture profile number that
you want to copy from with the SEL/
PUSH EXEC dial A.
3 Select [SETTING] t [COPY] with
SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A.
4 Select the number of the picture profile
that you want to copy to with the SEL/

Recording/Playback
PUSH EXEC dial A.
5 Select [YES] with the SEL/PUSH
EXEC dial A.
6 Select [ RETURN] t [OK] with the
SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A.

To reset the picture profile settings

You can reset the picture profile settings by
each picture profile number. You cannot
reset all picture profile settings at once.
See page 35 for the location of the buttons.
1 Press the PICTURE PROFILE button
B.
2 Select the number of the picture profile
that you want to reset with the SEL/ Channel setting
PUSH EXEC dial A. 1 Select input sources with the CH1 (INT
3 Select [SETTING] t [RESET] t MIC/INPUT1) switch C and the CH2
[YES] t [ RETURN] t [OK] (INT MIC/INPUT1/INPUT2) switch
with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A. D.
See the table below for the recording
channels.

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When the CH1 switch is set to LINE: For inputting sound from an
INT MIC audio device
MIC: For inputting sound from an
CH2 switch external microphone that does
Input channel and source
position not support the +48V power
INT MIC Internal source.
microphone CH1 MIC+48V:For inputting sound from a
(L) device that supports the +48V
power source.
Internal
When you connect a microphone to the
microphone CH2*
INPUT2 jack, set the INPUT2 switch to
(R)
an appropriate position for that
INPUT1 Internal microphone.
microphone CH1
(mono) b Notes
XLR INPUT1 CH2** • Do not operate the INPUT1/INPUT2 switches
during recording to prevent noise from being
INPUT2 Internal recorded.
microphone CH1 • When you connect a device that supports the
(mono) +48V power source to the INPUT1 or INPUT2
XLR INPUT2 CH2** jack, set the INPUT1/INPUT2 switches to MIC
prior to connecting the device. When you
disconnect the device, set the INPUT1/INPUT2
When the CH1 is set to INPUT1 switch to MIC first, then disconnect it.
CH2 switch • When you connect a microphone that does not
Input channel and source support the +48V power source to the INPUT1
position
or INPUT2 jack, set the INPUT1/INPUT2
INT MIC XLR INPUT1 CH1 switch to MIC. If you use it with the INPUT1/
Internal INPUT2 switch set to MIC+48V, it may be
microphone CH2** damaged or the recorded sound may be
distorted.
(mono)
INPUT1 XLR INPUT1 CH1 Adjusting the volume
CH2** You can adjust the volume of an internal
microphone or a microphone connected to
INPUT2 XLR INPUT1 CH1 the INPUT1/INPUT2 jacks.
XLR INPUT2 CH2**
z Tips
* The recording level of channel 2 is • See page 39 on the CH1 (INT MIC/INPUT1)
synchronized with that of channel 1 when only and the CH2 (INT MIC/INPUT1/INPUT2)
the internal microphone is used. The recording switches.
level of channel 2 is controlled with the CH1
(AUDIO LEVEL) dial and the CH1 (AUTO/ 1 Set the AUTO/MAN (CH1/CH2) switch
MAN) switch. E of the channel to be adjusted to
** You can adjust the recording levels of channel 1 MAN.
and channel 2 separately. appears on the screen.
2 Turn the AUDIO LEVEL dial F to
2 Set the INPUT1 switch B to an adjust the volume during recording or
appropriate position for the microphone standby.
connected to the INPUT1 jack A.

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To restore automatic adjustment
Set the AUTO/MAN (CH1/CH2) switch E 4 Press the record button.
of the manually adjusted channel to AUTO. An about 6-second movie is stretched to
about 24 seconds and recorded as a
z Tips slow-motion movie.
• To check other audio settings, press the
Recording ends when [Recording...]
STATUS CHECK button G.
disappears from the screen.
• For other settings, see the (AUDIO SET)
menu (p. 75).

Setting the headphone sound To cancel [SMOOTH SLOW REC], press

the MODE button.

To change the setting

Recording/Playback
Press the MENU button, and select the
setting to be changed.
x REC MODE
You can select the record mode from [1080/
You can select the channel, CH1 or CH2, to 60i FX], [1080/60i FH], [1080/60i HQ], or
output from the headphone. [1080/60i LP] for smooth slow recording.
See [HEADPHONE OUT] on the sound at x TIMING
STEREO MIX (p. 75). You can use this to select when recording
starts in relation to when the record button
Recording with the SMOOTH (handle record button) is pressed.
SLOW REC function
Fast moving subjects and actions, which
cannot be captured under the general
recording conditions, can be recorded in
[6sec AFTER]*
smooth moving slow-motion.
This is useful for recording fast actions
such as a golf or tennis swing.
[6sec BEFORE]

1 Press the MODE button. * The default setting is [6sec AFTER].

b Notes
2 On the LCD screen, select • Sounds cannot be recorded.
[CAMERA] t [SMOOTH SLOW • The shutter speed is automatically set to 1/250
REC]. second when you start [SMOOTH SLOW
REC]. (You cannot set a slower shutter speed
than 1/250 second.)
• The recording time may be shorter, depending
3 Select the image quality. on recording conditions.
• The image quality is lower than with the regular
recording.
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 Changing the settings of your camcorder recordings (Continued)

• The camcorder does not perform relay recording

with memory cards during [SMOOTH SLOW
REC]. If the space on the memory card is
insufficient, the camcorder records movies only
as long as there is space available.
• The time of the movie recorded using
[SMOOTH SLOW REC] is recorded after being
converted to slow-motion, not the time when the
movie is actually shot.
• Progressive recording is not available for
[SMOOTH SLOW REC]. The progressive
setting is changed to the interlace setting
automatically.
• Even if you change the record mode with
[ REC MODE], the record mode of the
standard definition image quality (SD) does not
change.

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Assigning the functions to the ASSIGN buttons

Some functions can be assigned to the

ASSIGN buttons for use. You can assign a ASSIGN 4-6 buttons
single function to any one of the ASSIGN 1
to 7 buttons.
ASSIGN 1-3 buttons
Functions you can assign to the
ASSIGN buttons
The buttons in parentheses indicate that the
functions are assigned to the buttons by
default.
• EXPANDED FOCUS (p. 31) (ASSIGN 7
button)
• PUSH AUTO IRIS (p. 31)
• IRIS RING ROTATE (p. 69)

Recording/Playback
• AE SHIFT (p. 70) (ASSIGN 5 button)
• BACK LIGHT (p. 70)
• SPOTLIGHT (p. 70)
• STEADYSHOT (p. 71)
• D.EXTENDER (p. 72)
• FADER (p. 72)
• COLOR BAR (p. 72)
• ZEBRA (p. 77) (ASSIGN 4 button)
• PEAKING (p. 77)
ASSIGN 7/
EXPANDED
• MARKER (p. 77)
FOCUS button
• REC LAMP (p. 80)
• VISUAL INDEX (p. 45) (ASSIGN 6 button)
• MODE (p. 56)
1 Press the MENU button B.

2 Select (OTHERS) t [ASSIGN

BUTTON] with the SEL/PUSH
EXEC dial A.

3 Select the ASSIGN button to

which you want to assign a
function with the SEL/PUSH
EXEC dial A.
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 Assigning the functions to the ASSIGN buttons (Continued)

• [--------] appears if no function is assigned

to the ASSIGN button.

4 Select the function that you want

to assign with the SEL/PUSH
EXEC dial A.

5 Select [OK] with the SEL/PUSH

EXEC dial A.

6 Select [RETURN] with the SEL/

PUSH EXEC dial A.

7 Press the MENU button B to hide

the menu screen.

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Playback
VISUAL INDEX button DISPLAY button

ASSIGN 6/VISUAL INDEX button MODE button VOLUME button

Recording/Playback
You can play back movies as follows:

1 Slide the POWER switch to ON.

Press and hold the
green button.

2 Press the VISUAL INDEX button.

The VISUAL INDEX screen appears after a few seconds.

Recording media Playback mode

Previous
Thumbnail
(movie)
Next

Current movie
data (p. 46)

You can display the VISUAL INDEX screen also by pressing the MODE button, followed
by touching [PLAY] t [VISUAL INDEX] on the screen.
You can turn on or off the time and date display on the thumbnails by pressing the
DISPLAY button.

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 Playback (Continued)

3 Play back movies.

1 Touch the recording media you want to play back.
: Memory card A
: Memory card B
2 Touch the playback mode, and select the desired image quality of movies.

Playback mode

: High definition image quality (HD)

: Standard definition image quality (SD)
3 Touch twice the thumbnail of the movie you want to play back.
The first touch will show the information on the movie at the lower part of the screen.

A Date and time of recording started

B Resolution
C Frame rate
D Record mode
E Duration
F Time code of recording started
Time code will not be displayed correctly when you play back the memory card with no time
code, or the memory card with time code that your camcorder does not support.
• i appears with the movie that has been most recently played back or recorded. If you touch the
movie with i, you can continue playback from the previous time.

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 Your camcorder starts playing the selected movie.

Previous Next

Stop Fast forward

Fast reverse Pause/Play

b Notes

Recording/Playback
• You may not be able to play back movies recorded on other camcorders.

z Tips
• When playback from the selected movie reaches the last movie, the screen returns to the VISUAL INDEX
screen.
• Touch / during pause to play back movies slowly.
• As you repeat touching / during playback, movies are played back as fast as about 5 times
t about 10 times t about 30 times t about 60 times.
• Reduced-size images which enable you to view many movies at the same time on the VISUAL INDEX
screen are called “thumbnails.”
• You can operate playback using the PREV/PLAY/NEXT/STOP/PAUSE/SCAN/SLOW buttons on the
camcorder.

To adjust the volume

Adjust the volume with the VOLUME buttons.

To return to the recording mode

Press the VISUAL INDEX button.

Viewing still images

You can create still images by capturing scenes from movies that you recorded on your
camcorder (p. 59).

View still images.

1 Touch the recording media you want to view.
: Memory card A
: Memory card B

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 Playback (Continued)

2 Touch the playback mode, then select (still image).

Playback mode

3 Touch twice the thumbnail of the still image you want to view.
The first touch will show the information on the still image at the lower part of the screen.

A Date and time of recording

B Resolution
C Image size
D Playback folder
E Playback folder edge
Indicates that this is the first or the last page of the playback folder. This does not appear
when there is only 1 playback folder.
• B appears on the still image that was played back most recently.
Your camcorder displays the selected still image.

Next
VISUAL INDEX
Previous

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Changing/checking the settings in your
camcorder
Displaying recording data (Data
code)
You can display information, including
date, time, and camera data automatically
stored during recording on the screen
during playback.

Press the DATA CODE button A

during playback or pause.
The screen changes like “date and time
display t camera data display t no

Recording/Playback
display” as you press the button.

A STEADYSHOT
Changing the screen B Exposure
appears during playback of the
You can turn on and off the display of the movie recorded with the iris, gain or
time code, and other information on the shutter speed automatically adjusted.
screen. appears during playback of the
movie recorded with the iris, gain or
shutter speed manually adjusted.
Press the DISPLAY button B.
C Iris
The screen indicators turn on (displayed)
appears in the iris value display
and off (not displayed) as you press the
area during playback of the movie
button.
recorded with the iris manually adjusted
In the recording mode, the screen changes
to its maximum value.
like “detailed display t simple display t
no display” as you press the button. D Gain
E Shutter speed
F White balance
z Tips
• You can display the screen indicators during
playback on a TV. Select [ALL OUTPUT] of
[DISPLAY OUTPUT] (p. 79).

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 Changing/checking the settings in your camcorder (Continued)

b Notes
• The exposure correction value (EV), shutter 1 Press the STATUS CHECK button
speed, iris and flash on/off will be displayed C.
during viewing still images.
• When you play back the memory card on other
devices, the camera data may be displayed
incorrectly. Confirm the correct camera data on
your camcorder.

Displaying the settings in your

camcorder (Status check)
You can check the settings of the following
items. 2 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial D
• Audio setup such as microphone volume until a desired display shows up
level (p. 75) on the screen.
• Output signal setup ([VIDEO OUT], etc.) AUDIO t OUTPUT t ASSIGN t
(p. 74) CAMERA t MEDIA INFO t
• Functions assigned to the ASSIGN BATTERY INFO
buttons (p. 43) Setup items are displayed according to
• Camera setup (p. 69) the settings of the camcorder when it is
• Memory card information turned on.
You can check the estimated used and free
spaces.

To hide the display

Press the STATUS CHECK button C.

• Battery Info
You can check the remaining capacity of
the attached battery.

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Connecting a monitor or a TV

Playback image quality depends on the type of monitor or TV, or the jacks used to make the
connection.
Use the supplied AC Adaptor to obtain AC power (p. 19).
Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the device to be connected.

Jacks on your camcorder

Open the jack cover and connect the cable.

Recording/Playback

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 Connecting a monitor or a TV (Continued)

Connecting to a high definition TV

High definition image quality (HD) movies are played back in high
definition image quality (HD).
Standard definition image quality (SD) movies are played back in
standard definition image quality (SD).

COMPONENT IN VIDEO

AUDIO HDMI IN

: Signal flow
Type Camcorder Cable TV Menu Setting

A/V connecting cable (supplied) (REC/OUT SET)

menu t
[VIDEO OUT] t
COMPONENT
[COMPONENT
IN
OUTPUT] t
(White) [1080i/480i] (default)
AUDIO
(Red) (p. 74)
Component video cable
(supplied) (Green) Y
(Blue) PB/CB VIDEO
(Red) PR/CR

b Notes
• If you connect only component video plugs, audio signals are not output. Connect the white and red plugs
to output audio signals.

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 : Signal flow
Type Camcorder Cable TV Menu Setting

(REC/OUT SET)
HDMI IN menu t
HDMI cable (sold separately) [VIDEO OUT] t
[HDMI OUTPUT] t
[AUTO] (default) (p. 74)

b Notes
• Use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo.
• Images are not output from the HDMI OUT jack of your camcorder, if copyright protection signals are
recorded in the movies.

Recording/Playback
• Your TVs may not function correctly (for example, no sound or image).
• Do not connect the HDMI OUT jack of your camcorder and HDMI OUT jack of the external device with
the HDMI cable. This may cause a malfunction.
• This camcorder is not compatible with “BRAVIA” sync.

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 Connecting a monitor or a TV (Continued)

Connecting to a 16:9 (wide) or 4:3 TV

High definition image quality (HD) movies are played back

in standard definition image quality (SD).
Standard definition image quality (SD) movies are played
back in standard definition image quality (SD).

COMPONENT IN VIDEO

AUDIO VIDEO/AUDIO

To set the aspect ratio according to the connected TV (16:9/4:3)

Select (REC/OUT SET) t [VIDEO OUT] t [TV TYPE] and the aspect ratio to match
your TV (p. 74).
z Tips
• 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 the red (right
channel) plug to the audio input jack of your TV or VCR. When you want to play the sound in monaural
mode, use a connecting cable for that purpose.
: Signal flow
Type Camcorder Cable TV Menu Setting

(REC/OUT SET)
A/V connecting cable (supplied) menu t
[VIDEO OUT] t
COMPONENT
[COMPONENT
IN
OUTPUT] t
(White) [480i] (p. 74)
AUDIO
(Red) [VIDEO OUT] t
Component video cable [TV TYPE] t
(supplied) [16:9]/[4:3]* (p. 74)
(Green) Y
(Blue) PB/CB VIDEO
(Red) PR/CR

b Notes
• If you connect only component video plugs, audio signals are not output. Connect the white and red plugs
to output audio signals.

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 : Signal flow
Type Camcorder Cable TV Menu Setting

(No other jacks should be

A/V connecting cable (supplied) connected.)
(REC/OUT SET)
(Yellow) VIDEO menu t
(White) [VIDEO OUT] t
AUDIO [TV TYPE] t
(Red)
[16:9]/[4:3]* (p. 74)

* Change the settings according to the TV connected.

Recording/Playback
When connecting to your TV via a VCR
Select the connecting method with [VIDEO OUT] (p. 74) depending on the input jack of the
VCR. Connect your camcorder to the LINE IN input on the VCR. Set the input selector on the
VCR to LINE (VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, etc.).
b Notes
• Images are output in standard definition image quality (SD) when the A/V connecting cable is used.
• When the frame rate of [REC FORMAT] is 24p or 30p, images are converted to the interlace signals by
the pull-down system to be output.

z Tips
• The resolution of the signal depends on the [VIDEO OUT] setting. See page 74 for details.
• 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 t component video t 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.

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 Editing

Operating the MODE menu

You can edit the recorded movies, format
memory cards, etc. 4 Touch the desired item.
MODE button Example: [DELETE]
POWER switch

5 Operate following the

instructions on the screen.

MODE button To hide the MODE menu screen

Touch , or press the MODE button.

To return to the previous screen

1 Set the POWER switch to ON. Touch .

2 Press the MODE button.

3 Touch the desired category.

Example: [EDIT] category

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Protecting recorded images (Protect)

Protect movies and still images to avoid To undo the protection of movies and
deleting them by mistake. still images
z Tips Touch the movie or still image marked with
• You can also protect movies and still images by - in step 4.
pressing the MENU button on the VISUAL - disappears.
INDEX screen or the playback screen.

1 Press the MODE button.

2 Touch [EDIT] t [PROTECT].

3 To protect movies, touch [MOVIE

PROTECT] t select the desired

Editing
memory card and image quality.
To protect still images, touch [PHOTO
PROTECT] t select the desired
memory card.

4 Touch the movies or still images

to be protected.
- is displayed on the selected images.

z Tips
• Press and hold the image down to preview
the image. Touch to return to the
previous screen.
• You can select up to 100 images at one time.

5 Touch t [YES] t .

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 Using the Playlist of movies

The Playlist is a list showing thumbnails of from your camcorder during the operation. It
the movies that you have selected. may damage the memory card.
The original movies are not changed even if • You cannot add still images to a Playlist.
you edit or erase the movies added to the
z Tips
Playlist.
• You can add a maximum of 999 high definition
image quality (HD) movies, or 99 standard
Creating the Playlist definition image quality (SD) movies to the
Playlist.
b Notes • You can also add movies by pressing the
• High definition image quality (HD) movies and MENU button on the VISUAL INDEX screen,
standard definition image quality (SD) movies the playback screen or the Playlist screen.
are added to individual Playlists.
Playing the Playlist
1 Press the MODE button.
1 Press the MODE button.
2 Touch [EDIT] t [PLAYLIST EDIT]
t [ADD] t select the desired 2 Touch [PLAY] t [PLAYLIST] t
memory card and image quality. select the desired memory card
and image quality.

3 Touch the movie to be added to Movies added to the Playlist appear.

the Playlist.
is displayed on the selected movies. 3 Touch the movie you want to play
back.
The Playlist is played back from the
selected movie to the end, then the
screen returns to the Playlist screen.

To erase unnecessary movies from

z Tips
the Playlist
• Press and hold the image down to preview
the image. Touch to return to the 1 Press the MODE button.
previous screen.
2 Touch [EDIT] t [PLAYLIST EDIT]
t [ERASE] t select the desired
memory card and image quality.
4 Touch t [YES] t .
• To erase all the movies from the Playlist,
touch [EDIT] t [PLAYLIST EDIT] t
[ERASE ALL] t select the desired
memory card and image quality.
b Notes
3 Touch the movie to be erased from the
• Do not remove the battery pack, the AC Adaptor
or the memory card that contains the movies
list.
is displayed on the selected movies.
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 Capturing still images
from a movie
z Tips You can save a selected frame from a
• Press and hold the image down to preview recorded movie as a still image.
the image. Touch to return to the
previous screen.
4 Touch t [YES] t . 1 Press the MODE button.
z Tips
• Even if you erase a movie from a Playlist, the
original movie is not deleted.
2 Touch [EDIT] t [PHOTO
• You can also erase movies by pressing the
CAPTURE] t select the desired
MENU button on the Playlist screen or the memory card and image quality.
Playlist playback screen.

To change the order within the Playlist 3 Touch the movie to be captured.
1 Press the MODE button. The selected movie starts playback.
2 Touch [EDIT] t [PLAYLIST EDIT]
t [MOVE] t select the desired

Editing
memory card and image quality. 4 Touch at the point where
3 Touch the movie to be moved. you want to capture.
is displayed on the selected movies. The movie pauses. Play and pause
toggles as you press .
z Tips
• Press and hold the image down to preview
the image. Touch to return to the After you select the point with , make
previous screen. fine adjustment with / .
4 Touch .
5 Select the destination with B/b.
6 Touch t [YES] t .
z Tips
• When you select multiple movies, the movies
are moved following the order appearing in the
Playlist. Returns to the beginning of the selected
• You can also reorder movies by pressing the movie
MENU button on the Playlist screen.

5 Touch .
The captured still image is saved on the
memory card selected for movies. When
capturing is finished, the screen returns
to pause.
• To continue capturing, touch , then
repeat steps from step 4.
• To capture a still image from another movie,
touch , then repeat steps from step 3. If
you change the memory card and the image

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 Capturing still images from a Dividing a movie
movie (Continued)

You can divide a movie at a designated

point.
quality of the movies, start again from the
beginning.
1 Press the MODE button.
6 Touch t .
2 Touch [EDIT] t [DIVIDE] t
select the desired memory card
b Notes and image quality.
• The image size is fixed depending on the image
quality of the movie:
– [2.1M] with high definition image quality
(HD)
3 Touch the movie to be divided.
The selected movie starts playback.
– [0.2M] in 16:9 (wide) with standard definition
image quality (SD)
– [VGA(0.3M)] in 4:3 with standard definition
image quality (SD) 4 Touch at the point where you
• The memory card where you want to save still want to divide.
images should have enough free space.
The movie pauses. Play and pause
• The recording date and time of captured still toggles as you press .
images is the same as the recording date and
time of the movies.
• If the movie you are capturing from has no data After you select the point with , make
code, the recording date and time of the still fine adjustment with / .
image will be the date and time you captured
from the movie.

Returns to the beginning of the selected

movie

5 Touch t [YES] t .

b Notes
• You cannot restore movies once they are
divided.
• Do not remove the battery pack, the AC Adaptor
or the memory card that contains the movies
from your camcorder during the operation. It
may damage the memory card.

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 Deleting movies and
still images
• A slight difference may occur from the point You can free media space by deleting
where you touch and the actual dividing movies and still images from the memory
point, as your camcorder selects the dividing card.
point based in about half-second increments.
• If you divide the original movie, the movie b Notes
added to the Playlist will also be divided.
• You cannot restore images once they are
z Tips deleted.
• Do not remove the battery pack, the AC Adaptor
• You can also divide a movie by pressing the
or the memory card that contains the movies or
MENU button on the VISUAL INDEX screen
still images from your camcorder during the
or the playback screen of movies.
operation. It may damage the memory card.
• You cannot delete protected movies and still
images. Undo the protection of the movies and
still images to delete them, before you try to
delete them (p. 57).
• If the deleted movie is included in the Playlist
(p. 58), the movie added to the Playlist is
deleted also from the Playlist.

Editing
• Save important movies and still images in
advance (p. 81).

z Tips
• You can select up to 100 images at one time.
• To delete all data recorded on the memory card
and recover all the recordable space of the
memory card, format the memory card (p. 62).

1 Press the MODE button.

2 Touch [EDIT] t [DELETE].

3 To delete movies, touch [MOVIE

DELETE] t select the desired
memory card and image quality.
To delete still images, touch [PHOTO
DELETE] t select the desired
memory card.

4 Touch the movies or still images

to be deleted.
is displayed on the selected images.

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 Deleting movies and still images Formatting the
(Continued)
memory card
Formatting deletes all data from the
memory card to recover recordable free
space.
b Notes
• Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall
socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor to
prevent your camcorder from running out of
power during the operation.
• To avoid the loss of important images, you
should save them (p. 81) before formatting the
z Tips memory card.
• Press and hold the image down to preview • Protected movies and still images are also
the image. Touch to return to the deleted.
previous screen.

5 Touch t [YES] t .
1 Press the MODE button.

2 Touch [MANAGE MEDIA] t

To delete all movies/still images at [MEDIA FORMAT].
one time
In step 3, touch [MOVIE DELETE ALL]
t select the desired memory card and
3 Touch the memory card to be
formatted.
image quality t [YES] t [YES] t .
• To delete all still images at one time, touch
[PHOTO DELETE ALL] t select the desired
memory card t [YES] t [YES] t . 4 Touch [YES] t [YES] t .
b Notes
• Protected movies and still images are not
deleted from the memory card. b Notes
• While [Executing...] is displayed, do not operate
z Tips
the buttons on the camcorder, or disconnect the
• You can also delete images by pressing the AC Adaptor or remove the memory card from
MENU button on the VISUAL INDEX screen the camcorder. (The access lamp is lit or
or the playback screen of movies and still flashing while formatting the memory card.)
images.

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Preventing data on the memory card from being
recovered
Unintelligible data will be written on the The media empty screen appears.
memory card. Thus, it may become more
difficult to recover any original data. Even STOP button
if you format the memory card, there may
be some data remaining. Therefore, when
you dispose of or transfer the memory card,
it is recommended that you perform a
[ MEDIA EMPTY]/[ MEDIA
EMPTY] operation.
b Notes
• If you perform this operation, all stored data are
deleted. To avoid the loss of important images,
they should be saved (p. 81) before the
operation.
• You cannot perform this operation unless you
connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall
socket).
7 Touch [YES] t [YES] t .

Editing
• Disconnect all cables except the AC Adaptor.
Do not disconnect the AC Adaptor during the
operation.
• Do not apply any vibrations or shocks to your
b Notes
camcorder during this operation.
• It may take from several minutes to several
hours to empty recording media, depending on
the capacity. You can check the actual time
1 Operate the camcorder on an required on the LCD screen.
outside power source using the • If you stop the operation while [Executing...]
AC Adaptor (p. 19). appears, be sure to complete the operation by
performing [MEDIA FORMAT] or emptying
when you use the memory card next time.

2 Set the POWER switch to ON.

3 Press the MODE button.

4 Touch [MANAGE MEDIA] t

[MEDIA FORMAT].

5 Touch the memory card to be

formatted.
The format screen appears.

6 Press and hold the STOP button

for more than 3 seconds.
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 Repairing the image
database file
This function checks the management
information and the consistency of movies
on the memory card, and repairs any
inconsistencies found.
b Notes
• Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall
socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor to
prevent your camcorder from running out of
power during the operation.

1 Press the MODE button.

2 Touch [MANAGE MEDIA] t

[REPAIR IMAGE DB FILE].

3 Touch the memory card you want

to check the management file.

4 Touch [YES].
The management file check starts.
Touch and quit the management
file check if no inconsistency is found.

5 Touch [YES].
After [Completed.] appears, touch .

b Notes
• If you stop the operation while [Repairing the
Image Database File] appears, be sure to
complete the operation as described above when
you use the memory card next time.

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Using the Menu

Operating the menu

You can change various settings or make
detailed adjustments using the menu items 3 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial
displayed on the screen. until the icon of the desired menu
MENU button is highlighted, then press the dial
to select the menu.
V/v/B/b/EXEC buttons
CAMERA SET (p. 69)
REC/OUT SET (p. 73)
AUDIO SET (p. 75)
DISPLAY SET (p. 77)
POWER switch OTHERS (p. 80)

Using the Menu

4 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial
until the desired menu item is
highlighted, then press the dial to
select the item.
SEL/PUSH EXEC dial/
B/b buttons MENU button

z Tips
• You may select menu items also with the B/b
buttons.

1 Set the POWER switch to ON.

5 Turn the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial
until the desired setting is
2 Press the MENU button. highlighted, then press the dial to
confirm the setting.
The menu screen appears.

Continued , 65
 Operating the menu (Continued)

6 Press the MENU button to hide

the menu screen.
To return to the previous screen, select
[ RETURN].

b Notes
• The available menu items vary depending on the
context of your camcorder during recording or
playback.

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Menu items z: Functions that return to the default settings when you switch the
.

format, perform the functions by the MODE button, or turn off the
camcorder.
: Functions that can be assigned to the ASSIGN buttons.

(CAMERA SET) menu (AUDIO SET) menu (p. 75)

(p. 69) AUDIO LIMIT
GAIN SET HEADPHONE OUT
AGC LIMIT INT MIC SET
MINUS AGC XLR SET
IRIS RING ROTATE
WB PRESET (DISPLAY SET) menu
AWB SENS (p. 77)
AE SHIFT ZEBRA
AE RESPONSE PEAKING
AUTO IRIS LIMIT MARKER
FLICKER REDUCE EXPANDED FOCUS
BACK LIGHT TYPE
SPOTLIGHT CAMERA DATA
STEADYSHOT DISPLAY
AUDIO LEVEL

Using the Menu

AF ASSIST
DISPLAY
HANDLE ZOOM
LCD BRIGHT
D.EXTENDER z
LCD COLOR
FADER z
LCD BACKLIGHT
x.v.Color
LEVEL
COLOR BAR z
VF BACKLIGHT
VF POWERMODE
(REC/OUT SET) menu REMAINING
(p. 73) DISPLAY OUTPUT
REC FORMAT
WIDE REC
VIDEO OUT

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 Menu items (Continued)

(OTHERS) menu (p. 80)

ASSIGN BUTTON
CLOCK SET
AREA SET
DST SET/
SUMMERTIME
LANGUAGE
BEEP
REC LAMP
REMOTE CONTROL
CALIBRATION

(SMOOTH SLOW REC)

menu (p. 41)
REC MODE
TIMING

(EDIT) menu (p. 57, 58, 60,

61)
PROTECT
ADD TO PLAYLIST
DIVIDE
DELETE
DELETE ALL

(PLAYLIST EDIT) menu

(p. 58)
ADD
MOVE
ERASE
ERASE ALL

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 (CAMERA SET)
menu
Settings to adjust your camcorder to the expanded to the negative range. Especially
recording conditions (GAIN SET/BACK in a bright environment, minus gain control
LIGHT/STEADYSHOT, etc.) allows more suitable gain setting and
enables low noise recording. The dynamic
range of the camcorder is not reduced when
The default settings are marked with B. you set [MINUS AGC] to [ON].
The indicators in parentheses appear when
the items are selected. B ON
See page 65 for details on selecting Enables minus gain control (up to -3 dB)
menu items. during automatic gain control, as required.
Press the MENU button t select OFF
(CAMERA SET) with the SEL/PUSH Disables minus gain control during
EXEC dial. automatic gain control.

GAIN SET IRIS RING ROTATE

You can set gain values for H, M and L You can select the operating direction of
positions of the GAIN switch. The default the iris ring.
settings of [H], [M] and [L] are 18 dB, 9 dB B NORMAL
and 0 dB, respectively.

Using the Menu

Makes images dark with clockwise
1 Select [H], [M] or [L] with the SEL/ rotation of the iris ring.
PUSH EXEC dial.
OPPOSITE
2 Set the gain value with the SEL/PUSH Makes images dark with counter-
EXEC dial, and press the dial. clockwise rotation of the iris ring.
You can select the value between -6 dB
and 21 dB by 3 dB. The larger the value, z Tips
the higher the gain. • You can assign this function to an ASSIGN
3 Select [OK] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC button (p. 43).
dial.
4 Press the MENU button to hide the WB PRESET
menu screen. You can use the preset white balance. For
more details, see page 33.
AGC LIMIT
You can select the upper limit for the Auto AWB SENS
Gain Control (AGC) from [OFF] (21 dB, You can set the auto white balance
the default setting), [18dB], [15dB], operation under a reddish light source such
[12dB], [9dB], [6dB], [3dB] and [0dB]. as an incandescent lamp or candle, or under
b Notes a bluish light source such as in outdoor
shade.
• If you adjust the gain manually, you cannot
obtain the effect of [AGC LIMIT]. B INTELLIGENT
Automatically adjusts the white balance so
MINUS AGC that scenes look natural for the light
source.
When you set this function to [ON], the
automatic gain control range can be
Continued , 69
 Press the MENU button t select (CAMERA SET) with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.

HIGH
AUTO IRIS LIMIT
Automatically adjusts the white balance
while reducing redness or blueness. You can select the highest iris value for the
MIDDLE automatic adjustment from [F11], [F9.6],
[F8], [F6.8], [F5.6], [F4.8] and [F4]. The
LOW default setting is [F11].
Automatically adjusts the white balance
while increasing redness or blueness. b Notes
• This function is not effective during the manual
b Notes iris adjustment.
• This is only effective when white balance is
adjusted automatically.
FLICKER REDUCE
• [AWB SENS] is not effective under a clear sky
or the sun. B ON
Reduces flickering. Flickering of the
AE SHIFT screen under a light source such as
fluorescent lamps will be reduced.
x ON/OFF
You can turn on or off the function. When
OFF
[ON] is selected, and selected value Not reduce flickering.
appear on the screen.
b Notes
x LEVEL • Flickering may not be reduced for certain light
You can set an offset value to adjust the sources.
automatic exposure adjustment value from .

[-7] (dark) - [0] (standard) - [+7] (bright) BACK LIGHT

with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. The
default setting is [0]. When you set this function to [ON] (.),
you can correct backlighting. The default
b Notes setting is [OFF].
• This function is not effective while you adjust
the iris, shutter speed and gain all manually. b Notes
• [BACK LIGHT] is set to [OFF] when you set
z Tips
[SPOTLIGHT] to [ON].
• You can assign an ASSIGN button to work as • [BACK LIGHT] is set to [OFF] if all of iris,
[ON/OFF] (p. 43). gain, and shutter speed are adjusted manually.

AE RESPONSE z Tips
• You can assign this function to an ASSIGN
You can select the speed at which the button (p. 43).
exposure is adjusted automatically
following the changes in the brightness of SPOTLIGHT
the subject. You can select the speed from
[FAST], [MIDDLE] and [SLOW]. The When you set this function to [ON] ( ),
default setting is [FAST]. you can prevent overexposure of light while
recording a subject under strong light, such
as a stage. For example, you can prevent
people's faces from being over-exposed.
The default setting is [OFF].

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b Notes x ACTIVE STEADYSHOT TYPE
• [SPOTLIGHT] is set to [OFF] when you set You can select a type of powerful camera-
[BACK LIGHT] to [ON]. shake reduction for different recording
• [SPOTLIGHT] is set to [OFF] if all of iris, gain, situations.
and shutter speed are adjusted manually.
B STANDARD
z Tips Reduces camera shakes more powerfully
• You can assign this function to an ASSIGN while you are walking or moving around.
button (p. 43).
WIDE CONVERSION
This item is provided for using a wide
STEADYSHOT conversion lens (sold separately) in
[ACTIVE STEADYSHOT] mode, and
x SET especially effective for Sony wide
B STEADYSHOT conversion lens.
You can activate the camera-shake b Notes
reduction setting.
• At the [ACTIVE STEADYSHOT] setting, the
ACTIVE STEADYSHOT ( ) imaging field shifts slightly to the telephoto
You can use the camera-shake reduction side, and the resolution will deteriorate slightly,
as well.
with more powerful effect.

Using the Menu

OFF z Tips
Select [OFF] ( ) when you use a • You can assign an ASSIGN button to work as
tripod (sold separately) to make images [SET] (p. 43).
look natural.
x STEADYSHOT TYPE
AF ASSIST
You can select a type of camera-shake When you set this function to [ON], you
reduction for different recording situations. can temporarily focus manually using the
HARD focus ring during the auto focus adjustment.
Reduces camera shakes considerably.
The default setting is [OFF].
This setting is not suitable for recording b Notes
when you are using techniques like
• This function is effective only when the FOCUS
panning or tilting. switch is set to AUTO (p. 30).
B STANDARD
Standard camera-shake reduction. HANDLE ZOOM
SOFT You can select the zoom speed for the FIX
Reduces camera shakes moderately. Slight position of the handle zoom switch from [1]
unsteadiness remains in movies, which (slow) through [8] (fast). The default setting
make the movies look as they are. is [3].
WIDE CONVERSION
This item is provided for a wide
conversion lens (sold separately), and
especially effective for Sony wide
conversion lens.

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 Press the MENU button t select (CAMERA SET) with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.

b Notes
D.EXTENDER
• This function is automatically set to [OFF] (the
When you set this function to [ON] default setting) when you switch the format,
( ), the displayed image becomes perform the function by the MODE button, or
turn off the camcorder.
about 1.5 times larger. The image quality
• You cannot set this function when the remaining
decreases because the image is digitally
space of the memory card is less than 1 minute.
processed. This function helps you to focus
on far-away subjects such as a wild bird z Tips
away at a distance. The default setting is • You can assign this function to an ASSIGN
[OFF]. button (p. 43).
b Notes
• The function returns to the default setting when x.v.Color
you switch the format, perform the function by
the MODE button, or turn off the camcorder. When you set this function to [ON]
( ), you can record with the wider
z Tips color range. Your camcorder can reproduce
• You can assign this function to an ASSIGN brilliant and vivid colors for flowers and the
button (p. 43). beautiful blue-green of tropical oceans.
The default setting is [OFF].
FADER b Notes
You can add visual effects to transition • The colors may not be well reproduced when
you play back a movie recorded with this
between scenes.
function set to [ON] on a TV that does not
1 Select [WHITE FADER] or [BLACK support x.v.Color.
FADER] during standby to fade in with the • You cannot set [x.v.Color] in the following
selected effect, or recording to fade out cases:
with the selected effect. – When standard definition image quality (SD)
2 Press the record button. is selected.
The fader indicator stops flashing and – During recording movies
disappears when the fading is complete. • When you set [x.v.Color] to [ON], the picture
profile will be disabled.
To cancel before starting the operation,
select [OFF] in step 1.
The setting will be cleared every time you COLOR BAR
press the record button. x ON/OFF
When you select [ON], you can display
color bars on the screen or record them on
Fading out Fading in the memory card. This function helps you
to adjust colors when you view movies
WHITE FADER recorded with your camcorder on a TV or a
monitor. The default setting is [OFF].
b Notes
• This function is automatically set to [OFF]
BLACK FADER
when you turn off the camcorder.
• You cannot change the setting during recording
or expanded focus operation, or when fader is
set.

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 (REC/OUT SET)
menu
x TYPE Recording settings, input and output
Selects a type of the color bars. settings (REC FORMAT/VIDEO OUT, etc.)

The default settings are marked with B.

The indicators in parentheses appear when
the items are selected.
See page 65 for details on selecting
menu items.
TYPE 1 Press the MENU button t select
(REC/OUT SET) with the SEL/PUSH
EXEC dial.

REC FORMAT
See page 27.
TYPE 2
WIDE REC
You can record a movie in an aspect ratio

Using the Menu

that matches that of a TV that you want to
connect. Refer also to the instruction
manuals that come with the TV.
TYPE 3 B ON
Records a movie in an aspect ratio that
matches the full screen of a 16:9 (wide)
TV.
OFF ( )
Records a movie in an aspect ratio that
matches the full screen of a 4:3 TV.
TYPE 4 (75% brightness of TYPE 3)
b Notes
• Set [TV TYPE] correctly to suite a TV that you
z Tips want to connect for playback.
• You can assign an ASSIGN button to work as • The aspect ratio will be fixed to 16:9 and you
[ON/OFF] (p. 43). cannot set it to 4:3 when you record movies with
high definition image quality (HD).

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 Press the MENU button t select (REC/OUT SET) with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.

b Notes
VIDEO OUT
• When you play back the standard definition
x HDMI OUTPUT image quality (SD) movies recorded with
You can select the resolution of the output [ WIDE REC] set to [ON], images may
appear normal in vertical direction, but
signal from the HDMI OUT jack. compressed in horizontal direction, depending
B AUTO on the TV.

720p/480i
1080i/480i
480p
480i
x COMPONENT OUTPUT
You can select the resolution of the output
signal from the COMPONENT OUT jacks.
720p/480i
B 1080i/480i
480i
x TV TYPE
You need to convert the signal depending
on a type of your TV when playing back the
movie. The recorded movies are played
back as following illustrations.
B 16:9
Select to view your movies on a 16:9
(wide) TV.
16:9 format 4:3 format
movies movies

4:3
Select to view your movies on a 4:3
standard TV.
16:9 format 4:3 format
movies movies

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 (AUDIO SET) menu
Settings for the audio recording (AUDIO
LIMIT/XLR SET, etc.)
appears on the status check
screen.
The default settings are marked with B.
The indicators in parentheses appear when x INT MIC WIND
the items are selected.
See page 65 for details on selecting OFF
menu items. Disables wind noise reduction.
Press the MENU button t select B ON
(AUDIO SET) with the SEL/PUSH Enables wind noise reduction.
EXEC dial. appears on the status check screen.

AUDIO LIMIT XLR SET

You can set the clipping-noise reduction x XLR AGC LINK
function for CH1/CH2. You can select either linked or separate
AGC (Auto Gain Control) of CH1 and CH2
B OFF when using an external microphone (sold
Disables the function. separately).
ON B SEPARATE
Enables the function.

Using the Menu

Separately applies the AGC for CH1/CH2.
Sound inputs from CH1/CH2 will be
b Notes
recorded as separate sound.
• This function is available only when you set the
AUTO/MAN (CH1/CH2) switch to MAN. LINKED ( )
Applies the AGC of CH1 linked with that
HEADPHONE OUT of CH2. Sound inputs from CH1/CH2 will
be recorded as a set of sound such as stereo
You can set the sound to output to the sound. A appears on the status check
headphone when the HEADPHONE screen.
MONITOR switch is set to STEREO MIX.
b Notes
B STEREO • This function is available when the CH1 and
Outputs in stereo. CH2 switches are set to AUTO and the INPUT1
and INPUT2 switches are both set to MIC or
MONO both set to LINE (p. 39).
Outputs in monaural.
x AUDIO MANUAL GAIN
You can select either linked or separate
INT MIC SET audio level control of CH1 and CH2 when
using an external microphone (sold
x INT MIC SENS
separately).
You can set recording sensitivity of the
internal microphone. B SEPARATE
B NORMAL Separately controls the audio levels of
CH1 and CH2. Sound inputs from CH1
Sensitivity that is normally used in
and CH2 will be recorded as separate
professional recordings.
sound.
HIGH
Sensitivity that is normally used in
consumer recordings.
Continued , 75
 Press the MENU button t select (AUDIO SET) with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.

LINKED ( ) a highly sensitive microphone or recording loud

Controls the audio level of CH1 linked sound, set this to the minus side. When using a
with that of CH2. Sound inputs from CH1 less sensitive microphone or recording quiet
sound, set it to the plus side.
and CH2 will be recorded as a set of sound
such as stereo sound. M appears on the • When recording loud sound, the sound may be
status check screen. distorted at either the input point or the
recording point. If it is distorted at the input
b Notes point, adjust the sound using the INPUT TRIM
function. If it is distorted at the recording point,
• This function is available when the CH1 and lower the total volume level manually.
CH2 switches are set to MAN and the INPUT1
• If you set INPUT TRIM too far to the minus
and INPUT2 switches are both set to MIC or
side, the microphone volume becomes too low,
both set to LINE (p. 39).
resulting in a poor signal to noise ratio.
• When you select [LINKED], you can adjust the
• Test the effect of the [AUDIO SET] function
volume with the AUDIO LEVEL dial of CH1
according to the microphone used or the sound
(p. 39).
field of the recording site before actual
x INPUT1 TRIM recording.
You can adjust the input signal level from
INPUT1.
You can select from [-18dB], [-12dB],
[-6dB], [0dB], [+6dB] and [+12dB]. The
default setting is [0dB].
b Notes
• The setting is not effective when you set the
INPUT1 switch to LINE.

x INPUT1 WIND
B OFF
Disables wind noise reduction.
ON
Enables wind noise reduction.
appears on the status check screen.

b Notes
• The setting is not effective when you set the
INPUT1 switch to LINE.

x INPUT2 TRIM
x INPUT2 WIND
You can set INPUT2 in the same way as
INPUT1.
z Tips
• -48 dBu is set as 0 dB in your camcorder.
• Set INPUT TRIM to [0dB] for a microphone
(sold separately).
• The INPUT TRIM function adjusts the input
level from an external microphone. When using

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 (DISPLAY SET)
menu
Display settings of the display and the x COLOR
viewfinder (MARKER/VF BACKLIGHT/ You can select peaking color from
DISPLAY OUTPUT, etc.) [WHITE], [RED] and [YELLOW]. The
default setting is [WHITE].
The default settings are marked with B. x LEVEL
The indicators in parentheses appear when You can select a peaking sensitivity from
the items are selected. [HIGH], [MIDDLE] and [LOW]. The
See page 65 for details on selecting default setting is [MIDDLE].
menu items.
b Notes
Press the MENU button t select
• The enhanced outlines will not be recorded on
(DISPLAY SET) with the SEL/PUSH the memory card.
EXEC dial.
z Tips
• You can focus more easily using this function in
ZEBRA combination with the expanded focus function
(p. 31).
You can display a zebra pattern as a guide
• You can assign an ASSIGN button to work as
for adjusting brightness.
[ON/OFF] (p. 43).
x ON/OFF

Using the Menu

When you select [ON], and the MARKER
brightness level appear on the screen. The
zebra pattern will not be recorded with the x ON/OFF
image. The default setting is [OFF]. When you select [ON], you can display
markers. The default setting is [OFF].
x LEVEL Markers will not be recorded on the
You can select the brightness level between memory card.
70 and 100 or 100+. The default setting is
[70]. x CENTER
When you select [ON], you can display a
z Tips marker at the center of the screen. The
• The zebra pattern is a strip pattern displayed default setting is [ON].
over a part of an image on the screen when the
part is higher than the preset brightness level.
• You can assign an ASSIGN button to work as
[ON/OFF] (p. 43). x GUIDEFRAME
When you select [ON], you can display
PEAKING frame markers that help you to check
horizontal and vertical positions of a
x ON/OFF subject. The default setting is [OFF].
When you select [ON], appears
and you can display an image on the screen
with its outlines enhanced. This function
helps you to adjust the focus. The default b Notes
setting is [OFF]. • Only the time code is output to an external
device via external output jacks when
[MARKER] is set to [ON], even if [DISPLAY
OUTPUT] is set to [ALL OUTPUT].

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 Press the MENU button t select (DISPLAY SET) with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.

• You cannot display markers under following z Tips

conditions: • The settings appear on the screen during the
– [EXPANDED FOCUS] manual adjustment regardless of the settings of
– During [SMOOTH SLOW REC] this function.
– When the current time is displayed after the • indicates that the settings are automatically
power is turned on adjusted values.
• You can display markers only on the LCD panel • The displayed settings are different from the
and viewfinder. You cannot display them on an settings that will be displayed when you press
external device. the DATA CODE button (p. 49).
z Tips
• You can display all types of markers at the same AUDIO LEVEL DISPLAY
time.
• You can obtain a balanced composition by When you set this function to [ON], you
positioning the subject at the cross points of the can display the audio level meter on the
guideframe marker. screen. The default setting is [ON].
• You can assign an ASSIGN button to work as
[ON/OFF] (p. 43).

EXPANDED FOCUS TYPE

You can set a type of the expanded focus
display.
B TYPE 1 Audio level meter
Simply enlarges images.
TYPE 2 LCD BRIGHT
Enlarges and shows images in black and
white. You can adjust the brightness of the LCD
screen. Changes in the LCD brightness will
not affect the brightness of recording
CAMERA DATA DISPLAY images.
When you set this function to [ON], you z Tips
can constantly display the iris, gain and
• You can also turn off the LCD backlight (p. 20).
shutter speed settings on the screen. The
default setting is [OFF].
LCD COLOR
You can adjust the color level of the LCD
panel. Changes in the LCD color level will
not affect the color level of recording
images.

Iris value Shutter speed value LCD BACKLIGHT LEVEL

Gain value You can adjust the backlight level of the
LCD screen.

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 B NORMAL B ON
Standard brightness. Always displays the remaining recording
time available for movies.
BRIGHT
Brightens the LCD screen.
DISPLAY OUTPUT
b Notes
You can select where to output the display
• When you connect your camcorder to outside
power sources, [BRIGHT] is automatically
information, such as time code.
selected for the setting. B LCD PANEL
• When you select [BRIGHT], the recordable Outputs the information to the LCD screen
time with the battery is slightly reduced. and viewfinder.

VF BACKLIGHT ALL OUTPUT

Outputs the information to the LCD
You can adjust the brightness of the screen, viewfinder, HDMI output,
viewfinder. component output and video output.

B NORMAL b Notes
Standard brightness. • Only the time code is output when [MARKER]
is set to [ON] and a marker is displayed on the
BRIGHT

Using the Menu

screen.
Brightens the viewfinder screen.

b Notes
• When you connect your camcorder to outside
power sources, [BRIGHT] is automatically
selected for the setting.
• When you select [BRIGHT], the recordable
time with the battery is slightly reduced.

VF POWERMODE
B AUTO
Turns on the viewfinder while you close
the LCD panel or record in mirror mode.
ON
Always turns on the viewfinder.

REMAINING
AUTO
Displays the remaining recording time
available for movies when you re-enter
movie recording mode or switch to
[SMOOTH SLOW REC]. When the
remaining time is 5 minutes or more, the
display goes off after 8 seconds.

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 (OTHERS) menu
Settings while recording or other basic
settings (AREA SET/BEEP, etc.)
BEEP
The default settings are marked with B.
OFF
The indicators in parentheses appear when
the items are selected. Cancels the melody.
See page 65 for details on selecting B ON
menu items. Activates a melody when you start/stop
Press the MENU button t select recording, or when you are warned with
(OTHERS) with the SEL/PUSH EXEC warning indicators, etc.
dial.
REC LAMP (Recording lamp)
ASSIGN BUTTON When you set this function to [OFF], you
See page 43. can turn off the camera recording lamp. The
default setting is [ON].
CLOCK SET z Tips
• You can assign this function to an ASSIGN
See page 22. button (p. 43).

AREA SET REMOTE CONTROL

You can adjust a time difference without When you set this function to [ON], you
stopping the clock. When you use your can use the supplied Wireless Remote
camcorder abroad, you can adjust the clock Commander (p. 113). The default setting is
to the local time. [ON].

DST SET/SUMMERTIME z Tips

• Set to [OFF] to prevent your camcorder from
You can change this setting without responding to a command sent by another
stopping the clock. Set to [ON] to move the remote control unit.
time forward 1 hour.
B OFF CALIBRATION
Does not set the summertime. See page 103.
ON
Sets the summertime.

LANGUAGE
You can select the language to be used on
the LCD screen.
z Tips
• Your camcorder offers [ENG[SIMP]]
(simplified English) in case that you cannot find
your native tongue among the options.

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Connecting with a Computer

Saving images with a computer

Preparing a computer (Windows) Hard disk
You can perform following operations Disk volume required for installation:
using “Content Management Utility.” Approximately 100 MB
• Importing images to a computer Only the NTFS or exFAT file system can be
• Viewing imported images used for importing videos or registering
To save movies using a computer, install them for viewing.
the software from the supplied CD-ROM Display
“Content Management Utility” beforehand. Minimum 1,024 × 768 dots
Use commercially available software to edit
Others
images or create discs.
USB port (this must be provided as standard,
Step 1 Checking the computer system High-Speed USB (USB 2.0 compatible))
(CD-ROM drive is necessary for
OS*1 installation)
Microsoft Windows XP SP3*2/Windows
Vista SP2*3/Windows 7 *1 Standard installation is required. Operation is
not assured if the OS has been upgraded or in
CPU a multi-boot environment.
Use an Intel Core 2 Duo 2.20 GHz CPU or *2 64-bit editions and Starter (Edition) are not
faster to play back videos with high supported.
definition image quality (HD) in the FX *3 Starter (Edition) is not supported.
mode.
Videos with high definition image quality b Notes

Connecting with a Computer

(HD) recorded in other than the FX mode • Operation with all computer environments is not
may be played back with a slower CPU. assured.
Depending on the performance of your video • The supplied software “Content Management
card, videos with high definition image Utility” is not supported by Macintosh
quality (HD) recorded using the FX mode computers.
may be played back with a slower CPU than
that recommended above. Step 2 Installing the supplied software
For the following operations, an Intel “Content Management Utility”
Pentium III 1GHz or faster is necessary. Install “Content Management Utility”
– Importing movies to the computer before connecting your camcorder to a
– Processing with standard definition image computer.
quality (SD)
1 Confirm that your camcorder is not
Memory connected to the computer.
For Windows XP: 512 MB or more (1 GB or
2 Turn on the computer.
more is recommended.) However, 256 MB
• Log on as an Administrator for installation.
or more is sufficient for processing only the
movies with standard definition image • Close all applications running on the
computer before installing the software.
quality (SD).
For Windows Vista/Windows 7: 1 GB or 3 Place the supplied CD-ROM “Content
more Management Utility” in the disc drive of
your computer.
The installation screen appears.

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 Saving images with a computer (Continued)

• If the screen does not appear, click [Start] When the installation is completed, the
t [Computer] (in Windows XP, [My following icon will appear, depending
Computer]), then double-click on the selection in step 8.
[SONYCMU(E:)] (CD-ROM).
4 Select the language for the application
to be installed, then click [OK].
5 When the install wizard screen appears,
click [Next].
6 Confirm the license agreement, and if
you accept the terms, click [Next]. qd Remove the CD-ROM from the
computer.
7 Select the drive or folder to install the
application, then click [Next]. To disconnect your camcorder from
8 Select the option to create the desk-top the computer
shortcut, then click [Next].
1 Click the icon at the bottom right of
9 Turn on your camcorder, then connect the desktop of the computer t [Safely
the camcorder to the computer using the remove USB Mass Storage Device-
supplied USB cable. Drive].

2 Touch [END] t [YES] on the

camcorder screen.
3 Disconnect the USB cable.

The [USB SELECT] screen appears on

the camcorder screen automatically.
0 Touch [ ] or [ ] on the camcorder
screen.
• If the [USB SELECT] screen does not
appear, press the MODE button, then touch
[MANAGE MEDIA] t [USB
CONNECT].
qa Click [Next].
qs Follow the on-screen instructions to
install the software.
• Restart the computer if required to complete
the installation.

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Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting
If you run into any problems using your camcorder, follow the flow chart below.

1 Check your camcorder, referring to the items on pages 83 to 91.

2 Disconnect the power source, reconnect the power source after about 1 minute and turn
on your camcorder.

3 Press the RESET button (p. 112) with a pointed object, then turn on your camcorder.
This operation will reset the date, time and area settings.

4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.

• Power sources/LCD screen/Wireless Remote Commander···p. 83

• Memory card···p. 85
• Recording···p. 86
• Playback···p. 89
• Connecting to TV···p. 90
• Dubbing/Editing/Connecting to other devices···p. 91
• Connecting to a computer···p. 91

Power sources/LCD screen/Wireless Remote Commander

Troubleshooting
The power does not turn on or abruptly turns off.
• Attach a charged battery pack to the camcorder (p. 17).
• Use the AC Adaptor to connect to a wall outlet (wall socket) (p. 17).

The camcorder does not operate even when the power is set to on.
• Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) or remove the battery pack,
then reconnect it after about 1 minute.
• Press the RESET button (p. 112) using a sharp-pointed object.

The camcorder gets warm.

• The camcorder may get warmer while you use it. This is not a malfunction.

The CHG lamp does not light up during charging the battery pack.
• Set the POWER switch of the camcorder to OFF (CHG) (p. 17).
• Attach the battery pack correctly (p. 17).
• Connect the power plug to the wall outlet (wall socket) correctly.
• The charging of the battery pack is completed (p. 17).

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 Troubleshooting (Continued)

The CHG lamp blinks during charging the battery pack.

• Attach the battery pack correctly (p. 17). If the CHG lamp still continues blinking, the battery
pack may be damaged. Disconnect the power plug and consult your Sony dealer.
• If the temperature of the battery pack is too high or too low, the battery pack may not be
charged and the CHG lamp may blink slowly.

The remaining battery time indicator does not indicate the correct time.
• Ambient temperature is too high or too low, or the battery pack has not been charged enough.
This is not a malfunction.
• Fully charge the battery again. If the problem persists, the battery may be worn-out. Replace
it with a new one (p. 17, 100).
• The indicated time may not be correct in certain circumstances. For example, when you open
or close the LCD panel, it takes about 1 minute to display the correct remaining battery time.

The battery pack discharges too quickly.

• Ambient temperature is too high or low, or the battery pack has not been charged enough.
This is not a malfunction.
• Fully charge the battery again. If the problem persists, the battery may be worn-out. Replace
it with a new one (p. 17, 100).

The image remains on the LCD screen.

• This occurs if you disconnect the DC plug or remove the battery pack without turning off the
power first. This is not a malfunction.

The image in the viewfinder is not clear.

• Move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever until the image appears clearly (p. 21).

The image in the viewfinder has disappeared.

• If you set [VF POWERMODE] to [AUTO], the finder light remains off while the LCD panel
is open (p. 79).

The supplied Wireless Remote Commander does not function.

• Set [REMOTE CONTROL] to [ON] (p. 80).
• Remove any obstructions between the Wireless Remote Commander and the remote sensor
of the camcorder.
• Keep strong light sources, such as sunlight or overhead lighting, away from the remote
sensor, otherwise the Wireless Remote Commander may not function properly.
• Insert a fresh battery in the compartment with its +/– terminals matching those of the
compartment (p. 113).

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Another video device malfunctions when you use the supplied Wireless
Remote Commander.
• Select a commander mode other than DVD2 for your video device.
• Cover the sensor of your video device with black paper.

When a device is connected to the REMOTE jack, the camcorder or the device
does not operate properly.
• The connected device may react slowly to some operations, such as zooming.

Memory card
The remaining movie recording indicator is not displayed.
• Set [ REMAINING] to [ON] to always display the remaining movie recording indicator
(p. 79).

The camcorder does not operate with the memory card inserted.
• The memory card was formatted on a computer. Format them on this camcorder (p. 62).

The data file name is incorrect, or flashing.

• The file is damaged.
• Use a file format supported by your camcorder (p. 98).

Troubleshooting
The recording media indicator is flashing.
• Something wrong happened to the memory card. Repair the image database file (p. 64).

Images on the memory card cannot be deleted.

• You can select no more than 100 images to be deleted on the edit screen.
• The images are protected. Release the protect function (p. 57).

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 Troubleshooting (Continued)

Recording
The recording does not start when you press the record button.
• The playback screen is displayed. Finish playback operation (p. 45).
• There is no empty space on the memory card. Replace the memory card with new one, delete
unnecessary images (p. 61) or format the memory card (p. 62).
• Total number of movie scenes exceeds the recordable capacity of your camcorder (p. 96).
Delete unnecessary images (p. 61).
• The temperature of your camcorder is extremely high. Turn off your camcorder and leave it
for a while in a cool place.
• The temperature of your camcorder is extremely low. Turn off your camcorder and leave it
for a while in a warm place.
• Something wrong happened to the memory card. Repair the image database file (p. 64).

The handle zoom does not work.

• Set the handle zoom switch to FIX or VAR (p. 29).

The access lamp remains lit even after recording was stopped.
• Your camcorder is recording the scene you have just shot on the memory card.

The imaging field looks different.

• The imaging field may look different depending on the condition of your camcorder. This is
not a malfunction.

The actual recording time for movies is less than the expected recording time
of the memory card.
• Depending on the recording conditions, the time available for recording may be shorter, for
example when recording a fast moving object, etc. (p. 95).

The camcorder does not keep the setting changes.

• Some menu items return to the default setting when the power is turned off (p. 67).
• The LCD backlight setting and the EXPANDED FOCUS setting are not stored.
• You disconnected the power sources when the POWER switch was set to ON. Before
disconnecting the battery or the AC Adaptor, set the POWER switch to OFF and make sure
that the access lamp is turned off.

There is a time difference between the point when the record button is pressed
and the point that the recording movie is started or stopped actually.
• On your camcorder, there may be a slight time difference between the point where you press
the record button and the actual point that recording movie starts/stops. This is not a
malfunction.

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The aspect ratio (16:9 (wide)/4:3) cannot be changed.
• The aspect ratio of high definition image quality (HD) movies is 16:9 (wide).

Automatic focus does not function.

• Set the FOCUS switch to AUTO to enable the automatic focus function (p. 30).
• Adjust the focus manually if the automatic focus does not work properly (p. 30).

[This function is currently not available.] appears when selecting a function on

the MODE menu.
• Try again after finishing all tasks currently selected on the MODE menu.

Menu items are grayed out or do not work.

• You cannot select grayed out display items in the current recording/playback situation.
• There are some functions you cannot activate simultaneously. The following list shows
examples of unworkable combinations of functions and menu items.
Cannot use Situation
[BACK LIGHT], All of iris, gain, and shutter speed are set manually.
[SPOTLIGHT], [ON/
OFF] of [AE SHIFT]
[FADER] The camcorder is unable to record images.
The memory card has less than 1 minute of remaining capacity.

Troubleshooting
[COLOR BAR] is set to [ON].
[ZEBRA], [PEAKING], [COLOR BAR] is set to [ON].
[CAMERA DATA
DISPLAY]
[ON/OFF] of [MARKER] [EXPANDED FOCUS] is set to [ON].
While the date and time are displayed when the power is turned
on.
[LCD BACKLIGHT AC power source is being used.
LEVEL],
[VF BACKLIGHT]
[AREA SET], [DST Date and time are not set.
SET]/[SUMMERTIME]
[COLOR BAR] Movies are being recorded.
[FADER] is selected.
[EXPANDED FOCUS] is set to [ON].

Iris, gain, shutter speed, or white balance cannot be adjusted manually.

• Set the AUTO/MANUAL switch to MANUAL.

Tiny spots in white, red, blue, or green appear on the screen.

• This phenomenon appears when using a slow shutter speed (p. 32). This is not a malfunction.
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 Troubleshooting (Continued)

The subjects passing by the frame very fast appear crooked.

• This is called the focal plane phenomenon. This is not a malfunction. Because of the way that
the image device (CMOS sensor) reads out image signals, the subjects passing by the frame
rapidly might appear crooked depending on the recording conditions.

The LCD screen is too bright, and the subject cannot be seen.
• Set [BACK LIGHT] to [OFF].

The LCD screen is too dark, and the subject cannot be seen.
• Press and hold the DISPLAY button for a few seconds to turn on the backlight (p. 20).

Horizontal stripes appear on the image.

• This occurs when recording pictures under a fluorescent lamp, sodium lamp, or mercury
lamp. This is not a malfunction. This can be improved by changing the shutter speed (p. 32).

The image appears divided horizontally.

• This occurs when you light the subject using a flash. This can be avoided by using a shutter
speed as slow as possible (p. 32).

Black bands appear when you record a TV screen or computer screen.

• This can be improved by adjusting the shutter speed (p. 32).

Fine patterns flicker, diagonal lines look jagged.

• Adjust [DETAIL] to the negative side (p. 38).

The time code is not recorded in sequence.

• The time code may not be recorded sequentially if you change the settings with [REC
FORMAT].

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 Playback
Refer also to the “Memory card” section (p. 85).

The desired images cannot be found. Images cannot be played back.

• Select the memory card and image quality of the image you want to play back on the
VISUAL INDEX screen (p. 45).
• Image data cannot be played back if you have modified file names or folders, or have edited
the data on a computer (When viewing still images, the file name flashes). This is not a
malfunction (p. 100).
• Images recorded on other devices may not be played back, or displayed in incorrect size. This
is not a malfunction.

The data file name is displayed incorrectly, or flashing.

• The file is damaged.
• The file format is not supported on your camcorder (p. 98).
• Only the file name is displayed, if the folder structure does not conform to the universal
standard.

No sound or only a low sound is heard.

• Turn up the volume (p. 47).
• Movies recorded using [SMOOTH SLOW REC] do not have sounds.

Troubleshooting
“---” is displayed on the screen.
• The memory card you are playing was recorded without setting the date and time.
• Bars will be displayed for the camera data of the movies recorded with [SMOOTH SLOW
REC] or [COLOR BAR] set to [ON].
• Bars will be displayed for the exposure correction value and flash information of the still
images created with [PHOTO CAPTURE].

appears on the LCD screen.

• This appears when you play back movies recorded with 5.1ch surround sound. 5.1ch
surround sound is down-mixed to 2ch stereo and played back on your camcorder.

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 Troubleshooting (Continued)

Connecting to TV
Neither image nor sound is played back on the TV connected with the
component video cable.
• Set [VIDEO OUT] according to the requirements of the connected device (p. 74).
• When you are using the component video cable, make sure that you connect the red and white
plugs of the A/V connecting cable (p. 51).

Neither image nor sound is played back on the TV connected with the HDMI
cable.
• Pictures are not output from the HDMI OUT jack, if copyright protection signals are recorded
in the pictures.
• Signals are not output from the HDMI OUT jack when the USB jack is connected.

Neither image nor sound is played back on the TV, projector, or AV amplifier
connected with the HDMI cable.
• If you cannot view images or hear sound on the TV, projector, or AV amplifier connected
with the HDMI cable, try disconnecting and connecting the HDMI cable, or turn on your
camcorder again.

The image appears distorted on the 4:3 TV.

• This happens when viewing a movie recorded in 16:9 (wide) mode on a 4:3 TV. Select [REC/
OUT SET] t [VIDEO OUT] t [TV TYPE] t the appropriate down conversion type
(p. 74).

Black zone appears at top and bottom of a 4:3 TV screen.

• This happens when viewing a movie recorded in the 16:9 (wide) mode on a 4:3 TV. This is
not a malfunction.

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 Dubbing/Editing/Connecting to other devices
Time code and other information appear on the display of the connected
device.
• Set [DISPLAY OUTPUT] to [LCD PANEL] while connected with the A/V connecting cable
(p. 79).

Dubbing cannot be done correctly using the A/V connecting cable.

• The A/V connecting cable is not connected properly. Make sure that the A/V connecting
cable is connected to the input jack of the other device for dubbing images from your
camcorder.

Sound cannot be added to the memory card after recording.

• You cannot add sound to the memory card after recording on your camcorder.

Dubbing cannot be done correctly using the HDMI cable.

• You cannot dub movies using the HDMI cable.

Connecting to a computer
The computer does not recognize the camcorder.
• Disconnect the cable from the computer, then connect it again securely.

Troubleshooting
• Disconnect the cable from the computer, restart the computer, then connect the computer to
your camcorder correctly.

Movies cannot be viewed or copied to a computer.

• Disconnect the cable from the computer, then connect it again.
• You need to install the supplied “Content Management Utility” to copy movies from your
camcorder to your computer (p. 81).

The computer freezes.

• Disconnect the cable from your computer and camcorder. Reboot your computer, and
connect your computer and camcorder following the steps in the correct order (p. 81).

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 Warning indicators and messages

Self-diagnosis display/Warning E (Battery level warning)

indicators • The battery pack is nearly used up.
When an error occurs, a warning indicator • Depending on the operating,
appears on the LCD screen or in the environment, or battery conditions, E
may flash, even if there are
viewfinder.
approximately 5 to 10 minutes
You can fix some problems associated with
remaining.
the symptoms yourself. If the problem
persists even after you have tried a couple
of times, contact your Sony dealer or local (Warning indicator pertaining
authorized Sony service facility. to battery pack temperature)
• The battery pack is too hot. Replace the
C:04:ss battery pack, or remove it and put it in a
cool place.
• The battery pack is not an
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. Use an
“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (p. 100). (Warning indicator
• Connect the DC plug of the AC pertaining to memory cards)
Adaptor to the DC IN jack of the Slow flashing
camcorder firmly (p. 19).
• Free spaces for recording images are
running out. For the type of memory
C:06:ss cards you can use with your camcorder,
• The battery pack is too hot. Replace the see page 9.
battery pack, or remove it and put it in a • No memory card is inserted (p. 23).
cool place. Fast flashing
• There are not enough free spaces for
C:13:ss recording images. Delete unnecessary
images (p. 61), or format the memory
• Remove the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
card (p. 62) after storing the images on
media. After installing them again,
other media (p. 81).
operate your camcorder.
• The image database file may be
damaged (p. 64).
C:32:ss
• Remove the power source. Reconnect it (Warning indicators
and operate your camcorder again. pertaining to memory card
formatting)
E:20:ss / E:61:ss / E:62:ss / • The memory card is damaged.
E:92:ss / E:94:ss • The memory card is not formatted
• Try the steps 2 to 4 on page 83. correctly (p. 62).

(Warning indicator
pertaining to incompatible memory
card)
• Incompatible memory card is inserted
(p. 9).

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 previously recorded images on the
- - (Warning indicator memory card cannot be played back on
pertaining to the write-protect of the your camcorder (Image files are not
memory card) damaged). If you execute [ REPAIR
• Access to the memory card was IMAGE DB FILE] after creating new
restricted on another device. management information, playing back
the previously recorded images may
become possible. If it does not work,
* When [BEEP] is set to [ON] (p. 80), you hear a copy the image file to your computer
melody when the warning indicators appear on
using the supplied software.
the screen.

Warning messages There is no HD movie management

information. Create new
If messages appear on the screen, follow the information?
instructions. • As there is no management information
of high definition image quality (HD)
Memory card movies, the camcorder does not record
or play back movies. Touch [YES] to
create management information. You
Data error. will be able to record or play back high
• An error occurred during reading or definition image quality (HD) movies.
writing the memory card. If the • It is possible to record standard
message appears after you repeat a few definition image quality (SD) movies.
times, the memory card could be
damaged. Try with another memory
card. Inconsistencies found in Image

Troubleshooting
Database File. Cannot record or play
HD movies. Do you want to repair the
Buffer overflow Image Database File?
• Writing data onto the media of the
camcorder has failed. Use the memory The Image Database File is
card recommended for your camcorder damaged. Movies cannot be
(p. 9). recorded or played. Do you want to
repair the Image Database File?
There is no Image Database File. Inconsistencies found in Image
Movies cannot be recorded or Database File. Movies cannot be
played. Create a new file? recorded or played. Do you want to
repair the Image Database File?
• There is no image database file. Touch
[YES] to create a new image database • As the image database file is damaged,
file. or has inconsistencies, the camcorder
does not record movies. Touch [YES]
to repair the image database file.
HD movie management information
is damaged. Create new
information? Recovering data.
• The management information of high • Your camcorder tries to recover data
definition image quality (HD) movies automatically if the data writing was
is damaged. Touch [YES] to create new not performed properly.
management information. The

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 Warning indicators and messages (Continued)

• Reinsert the memory card, and follow

Cannot recover data. the instructions on the LCD screen.
• Writing data onto the media of the
camcorder has failed. Attempts were
made to recover the data, but they were Others
unsuccessful.

No further selection is possible.

Reinsert memory card A.
• You can select only 100 images at one
Reinsert memory card B. time for:
– Deleting movies/still images
• Reinsert the memory card a few times.
– Protecting movies/still images, or
If even then the message appears, the
releasing the protection
memory card could be damaged. Try
– Editing the Playlist
with another memory card.

Data protected.
A format error has occurred in
memory card A. • You tried to delete protected data.
Release the protection of the data.
A format error has occurred in
memory card B.
• Check the format, then format the
memory card with your camcorder if
necessary (p. 62).

Memory card A may not record or

play movies normally.
Memory card B may not record or
play movies normally.
• Use the memory card recommended for
your camcorder (p. 9).

Memory card A may not record or

play normally.
Memory card B may not record or
play normally.
• Use the memory card recommended for
your camcorder (p. 9).

Memory card A has been pulled out

during writing. Data could be
corrupted.
Memory card B has been pulled out
during writing. Data could be
corrupted.

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Additional Information

Recording time of movies

Estimated time of recording and Playing time
playback with each battery pack Approximate time available when you use a
fully charged battery pack.
“HD” stands for high definition image (unit: minute)
quality, and “SD” stands for standard image
quality. Battery pack LCD panel opened*
Image quality HD SD
Recording time NP-F570 225 270
Approximate time available when you use a NP-F770 460 550
fully charged battery pack. NP-F970 690 830
(unit: minute)
* When the LCD backlight turns on
Continuous Typical
Battery pack recording recording
time time Estimated recording time of
Image quality HD SD HD SD movies
NP-F570 130 150 80 85 x High definition image quality (HD)
130 150 80 85 (unit: minute)
NP-F770 285 320 170 185
AVCHD AVCHD AVCHD AVCHD
285 320 170 185 24 M 17 M 9M 5M
NP-F970 425 480 245 285 (FX) (FH) (HQ) (LP)
425 480 245 285 1 GB 5 6 10 20
b Notes (5) (6) (9) (15)
• Top: When the LCD backlight is on 2 GB 10 10 25 40
Bottom: When recording with the viewfinder (10) (10) (15) (35)
• Recording format 4 GB 20 25 50 90
HD image quality: FX

Additional Information
(20) (25) (40) (75)
SD image quality: HQ
8 GB 45 55 105 185
• Typical recording time shows the time when
you repeat recording start/stop, zooming, and so (45) (55) (80) (155)
on. 16 GB 90 115 215 375
• Times measured when using the camcorder at (90) (115) (165) (315)
25 °C (77 °F) (10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F) is
32 GB 180 235 435 750
recommended).
(180) (235) (335) (630)
• 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.

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 Recording time of movies (Continued)

x Standard definition image quality (SD)

(unit: minute)
SD 9 M (HQ)
1 GB 10 (10)
2 GB 25 (25)
4 GB 55 (50)
8 GB 115 (105)
16 GB 235 (210)
32 GB 475 (425)
b Notes
• The recordable time may vary depending on the
recording and subject conditions, [REC
FORMAT] (p. 27).
• The number in ( ) is the minimum recordable
time.

z Tips
• You can record movies of a maximum of 3,999
scenes with high definition image quality (HD),
and 9,999 scenes with standard definition image
quality (SD).
• The maximum continuous recording time of
movies is approximately 13 hours.
• Your camcorder uses the VBR (Variable Bit
Rate) format to automatically adjust image
quality to suit the recording scene. This
technology causes fluctuations in the recording
time of the media. Movies containing quickly
moving and complex images are recorded at a
higher bit-rate, and this reduces the overall
recording time.
• Bit-rate (movie + audio, etc.), number of pixels,
and aspect ratio of each recording mode of
movies are as follows.
– High definition image quality (HD)
FX: max. 24 Mbps 1920 × 1080/16:9
FH: approx. 17 Mbps (ave.) 1920 × 1080/16:9
HQ: approx. 9 Mbps (ave.) 1440 × 1080/16:9
LP: approx. 5 Mbps (ave.) 1440 × 1080/16:9
– Standard definition image quality (SD)
HQ: approx. 9 Mbps (ave.) 720 × 480/16:9,
4:3
• Number of pixels and aspect ratio of still images
(Still images are created from movies.)
1920 × 1080 dots/16:9
640 × 360 dots/16:9
640 × 480 dots/4:3

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Using your camcorder abroad

Power supply System Used in

You can use your camcorder in any PAL Australia, Austria, Belgium,
country/region using the AC Adaptor China, Czech Republic,
supplied with your camcorder within the Denmark, Finland, Germany,
AC 100 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz range. Holland, Hong Kong, Hungary,
Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia,
Viewing high definition image quality New Zealand, Norway, Poland,
(HD) movies Portugal, Singapore,
Slovak Republic, Spain,
In countries/regions where 1080/60i is
Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand,
supported, you can view the movies with
United Kingdom, etc.
the same high definition image quality
(HD) as that of the recorded movies. PAL - M Brazil
You need an NTSC-system-based and PAL - N Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay.
1080/60i compatible TV (or monitor) with SECAM Bulgaria, France, Guiana, Iran,
component and AUDIO/VIDEO input Iraq, Monaco, Russia, Ukraine,
jacks. The component video cable etc.
(supplied) or an HDMI cable (sold
separately) must be connected. Simple setting of the clock by time
Viewing standard definition image difference
quality (SD) movies When you are abroad, you can easily adjust
the clock to the local time by setting the
To view standard definition image quality time difference. Select [AREA SET], then
(SD) movies, you need an NTSC-system- set the time difference (p. 80).
based TV with AUDIO/VIDEO input jacks.
An A/V connecting cable must be
connected.

Additional Information
On TV color systems
Your camcorder is NTSC system, so its
picture can only be viewed on an NTSC-
system TV with AUDIO/VIDEO input
jacks.

System Used in
NTSC Bahama Islands, Bolivia,
Canada, Central America, Chile,
Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana,
Jamaica, Japan, Korea, Mexico,
Peru, Surinam, Taiwan,
the Philippines, the U.S.A.,
Venezuela, etc.

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 File/folder structure on the memory card

The file/folder structure is shown below. You do not usually need to acknowledge the file/
folder structure, when recording/playing back movies and still images on the camcorder.

* “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media 9999, another folder is created to store
**SD memory card, SDHC memory card new still image files.
A Image management files The folder name goes up: [101MSDCF]
When you delete the files, you cannot t [102MSDCF]
record/play back the images correctly. • By pressing the MODE button, then selecting
The files are defaulted as hidden files [MANAGE MEDIA] t [USB CONNECT] t
and not usually displayed. [ ]/[ ], you can access the memory card
from the computer through USB connection.
B HD movie management information
• Do not modify the files or folders on the
folder
camcorder from the computer. The image files
This folder contains recording data of may be destroyed or may not be played back.
high definition image quality (HD) • Operation is not guaranteed, if you perform the
movies. Do not try to open this folder or above operation.
access the contents of this folder from a • When you delete image files, follow the steps on
computer. Doing so might damage page 61. Do not delete the image files on the
image files, or prevent image files from camcorder directly from the computer.
being played back. • Do not format the memory card using a
C SD movie files (MPEG-2 files) computer. The camcorder may not operate
correctly.
The extension of the files is “.MPG”.
• Do not copy the files on the memory card from
The maximum size is 2 GB. When the
the computer. Operation is not guaranteed.
capacity of a file exceeds 2 GB, the file
• Use the supplied application software “Content
becomes divided. Management Utility” to input data from the
The file numbers go up automatically. memory card to a computer.
When the capacity of a file number
exceeds 9999, another folder is created
to record new movie files. The folder
name goes up: [101PNV01] t
[102PNV01]
D Still image files (JPEG files)
The extension of the files is “.JPG”. The
file numbers go up automatically. When
the capacity of a file number exceeds

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Maintenance and precautions

About the AVCHD format About the “Memory Stick”

What is the AVCHD format?
media
The AVCHD format is a high definition “Memory Stick” media are compact,
digital video camera format used to record a portable IC recording media with a large
high definition (HD) signal, using efficient data capacity.
data compression coding technology. The You can use only “Memory Stick Duo”
MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format is adopted to media, which are about the half size of
compress video data, and the Dolby Digital standard “Memory Stick” media, with your
or Linear PCM system is used to compress camcorder.
audio data. However, we do not guarantee the
The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format is capable operation of all types of “Memory Stick
of compressing images at higher efficiency Duo” media on your camcorder.
than that of the conventional image Recording
compressing format. Types of “Memory Stick” media
/Playback
• Because the AVCHD format uses a data “Memory Stick Duo” media _
compression system, images may be distorted in
scenes where the image, angle, or brightness
(with MagicGate)
changes drastically. This is not a malfunction. “Memory Stick PRO Duo” a
media
Recording and playback on your “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” a*
camcorder media
Based on the AVCHD format, your * This product does not support 8-bit parallel data
camcorder records with the high definition transfer but it supports 4-bit parallel data
image quality (HD). In addition to high transfer the same as with “Memory Stick PRO
definition image quality (HD), your Duo” media.
camcorder is capable of recording a • This product cannot record or play data that uses

Additional Information
“MagicGate” technology. “MagicGate” is a
standard definition (SD) signal in the
copyright protection technology that records and
conventional MPEG-2 format. transfers the contents in an encrypted format.
Video signal*: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 • “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media formatted by
1920 u1080/60i, 1440 u 1080/60i a computer (Windows OS/Mac OS) do not have
Audio signal: Dolby Digital 2ch guaranteed compatibility with your camcorder.
Recording media: memory card • Data read/write speed may vary depending on
the combination of the “Memory Stick PRO
* Data recorded in AVCHD format other than the
Duo” media and “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
above mentioned cannot be played back on your
media compliant product you use.
camcorder.
• Damaged or lost image data will not be
• 1080i specification
compensated for, and may occur in the
A high definition specification which utilizes
following cases:
1,080 effective scanning lines and the interlace
system. – If you eject the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
media, turn the power off on your camcorder,
or remove the battery pack for replacement
while your camcorder is reading or writing
image files on the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
media (while the access lamp is lit or
flashing).
– If you use the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
media near magnets or magnetic fields.

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 Maintenance and precautions (Continued)

• It is recommended to make a back-up of correct direction. Note that improper use may
important data on the hard disk of a computer. damage the device.
• Be careful not to apply excessive force when • Do not insert “Memory Stick Duo” media
writing on a memo area on “Memory Stick PRO adaptor without “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
Duo” media. media attached into a “Memory Stick” media
• Do not attach a label or the like on “Memory compliant device. Doing so may result in
Stick PRO Duo” media or a “Memory Stick malfunctions of the unit.
Duo” media adaptor.
• When you carry or store a “Memory Stick PRO On image data compatibility
Duo” media, put it in its case. • Image data files recorded on a “Memory Stick
• Do not touch, or allow metallic objects to come PRO Duo” media by your camcorder conform
into contact with the terminals. to the “Design rule for Camera File system”
• Do not bend, drop or apply strong force to the universal standard established by the JEITA
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media. (Japan Electronics and Information Technology
• Do not disassemble or modify the “Memory Industries Association).
Stick PRO Duo” media. • On your camcorder, you cannot play back still
• Do not let the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media images recorded on other devices (DCR-
get wet. TRV900 or DSC-D700/D770) that do not
• Be careful to keep “Memory Stick PRO Duo” conform to the universal standard. (These
media out of the reach of small children. There models are not sold in some regions.)
is danger that a child might swallow it. • If you cannot use “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
• Do not insert anything other than “Memory media that has been used with another device,
Stick PRO Duo” media into the “Memory Stick format it with your camcorder (p. 62). Note that
Duo” media slot. Doing so may cause a formatting erases all information on the
malfunction. “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media.
• Do not use or keep the “Memory Stick PRO • You may not be able to play back images with
Duo” media in the following locations: your camcorder:
– Places subject to extremely high temperature, – When playing back image data modified on
such as a car parked outside in the summer. your computer.
– Places under direct sunlight. – When playing back image data recorded with
other devices.
– Places with extremely high humidity or
subject to corrosive gases.
About the “InfoLITHIUM”
x On the “Memory Stick Duo” media
adaptor battery pack
• When using a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media
with a “Memory Stick” media compliant device,
This unit is compatible with an
make sure to insert the “Memory Stick PRO “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (L series).
Duo” media into a “Memory Stick Duo” media Your camcorder operates only with an
adaptor. “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack.
• When inserting “Memory Stick PRO Duo” “InfoLITHIUM” L series battery packs
media into a “Memory Stick Duo” media have the mark.
adaptor, make sure the “Memory Stick PRO
Duo” media is inserted facing in the correct What is an “InfoLITHIUM” battery
direction, then insert it all the way in. Note that
improper use may cause a malfunction. pack?
• When using “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media An “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a
that is inserted into a “Memory Stick Duo” lithium-ion battery pack that has functions
media adaptor with a “Memory Stick” media for communicating information related to
compliant device, make sure the “Memory Stick operating conditions between your
PRO Duo” media is inserted into the “Memory
camcorder and a supplied AC Adaptor.
Stick” media compliant device facing in the

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The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack About the remaining battery time
calculates the power consumption indicator
according to the operating conditions of
• When the power goes off even though the
your camcorder, and displays the remaining
remaining battery time indicator indicates that
battery time in minutes. the battery pack has enough power to operate,
With an AC Adaptor, the remaining battery charge the battery pack fully again. Remaining
time and charging time appear. battery time will be indicated correctly. Note,
however, that the battery indication will not be
To charge the battery pack restored if it is used in high temperatures for a
long time, or if left in a fully charged state, or
• Be sure to charge the battery pack before you
when the battery pack is frequently used. Use
start using your camcorder.
the remaining battery time indication as a rough
• We recommend charging the battery pack in an guide only.
ambient temperature of between 10 °C to 30 °C
• The E mark that indicates low battery flashes
(50 °F to 86 °F) until the charge lamp of the AC
even if there are still 5 to 10 minutes of battery
Adaptor turns off. If you charge the battery pack
time remaining, depending on the operating
outside of this temperature range, you may not
conditions or ambient temperature.
be able to charge it efficiently.

To use the battery pack effectively About storage of the battery pack
• If the battery pack is not used for a long time,
• Battery pack performance decreases when the
fully charge the battery pack and use it up on
ambient temperature is 10 °C (50 °F) or below,
your camcorder once a year to maintain proper
and the length of time you can use the battery
function. To store the battery pack, remove it
pack becomes shorter. In that case, do one of the
from your camcorder and put it in a dry, cool
following to use the battery pack for a longer
place.
time.
• To discharge the battery pack on your
– Put the battery pack in a pocket to warm it up,
camcorder completely, leave your camcorder in
and insert it in your camcorder right before
recording standby until the power goes off
you start taking shots.
(p. 19).
– Use a large capacity battery pack: NP-F770/

Additional Information
F970 (sold separately).
About battery life
• Frequent use of the LCD screen or a frequent
playback, fast forward or rewind operation • Battery capacity decreases over time and
wears out the battery pack faster. through repeated use. If decreased usage time
We recommend using a large capacity battery between charges becomes significant, it is
pack: NP-F770/F970 (sold separately). probably time to replace it with a new one.
• Be sure to set the POWER switch to OFF when • Each battery’s life is governed by storage,
not recording or playing back on your operating and environmental conditions.
camcorder. The battery pack is also consumed
when your camcorder is in recording standby or
playback pause.
About x.v.Color
• Have spare battery packs ready for two or three • x.v.Color is a more familiar term for the
times the expected recording time, and make xvYCC standard proposed by Sony, and is
trial recordings before making the actual
a trademark of Sony.
recording.
• Do not expose the battery pack to water. The • xvYCC is an international standard for
battery pack is not water resistant. color space in video. This standard can
express a wider color range than the
currently used broadcast standard.

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 Maintenance and precautions (Continued)

• Do not damage the power cord (mains lead)

About handling of your such as by placing anything heavy on it.
camcorder • Keep metal contacts clean.
• Keep the Wireless Remote Commander and
On use and care button-type battery out of children’s reach. If
the battery is accidentally swallowed, consult a
• Do not use or store the camcorder and doctor immediately.
accessories in the following locations. • If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked,
– Anywhere extremely hot or cold. Never leave – consult your local authorized Sony service
them exposed to temperatures above 60 °C facility.
(140 °F), such as under direct sunlight, near
– wash off any liquid that may have contacted
heaters or in a car parked in the sun. They
your skin.
may malfunction or become deformed.
– if any liquid gets in your eyes, wash with
– Near strong magnetic fields or mechanical
plenty of water and consult a doctor.
vibration. The camcorder may malfunction.
– Near strong radio waves or radiation. The x When not using your camcorder for a
camcorder may not be able to record properly. long time
– Near AM receivers and video equipment. • Periodically turn on the camcorder and play
Noise may occur. back images for about 3 minutes.
– On a sandy beach or anywhere dusty. If sand • Use up the battery pack completely before
or dust gets in your camcorder, it may storing it.
malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction
cannot be repaired.
Moisture condensation
– Near windows or outdoors, where the LCD
screen, the viewfinder, or the lens may be If your camcorder is brought directly from a
exposed to direct sunlight. This damages the cold place to a warm place, moisture may
inside of the viewfinder or the LCD screen. condense inside your camcorder and cause
– Anywhere very humid. a malfunction of your camcorder.
• Operate your camcorder on DC 7.2 V (battery
pack) or DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor). x If moisture condensation has occurred
• For DC or AC operation, use the accessories Leave your camcorder for about 1 hour without
recommended in these operating instructions. turning it on.
• Do not let your camcorder get wet, for example,
x Note on moisture condensation
from rain or sea water. If your camcorder gets
wet, it may malfunction. Sometimes this Moisture may condense when you bring your
malfunction cannot be repaired. camcorder from a cold place into a warm place (or
vice versa) or when you use your camcorder in a
• If any solid object or liquid gets inside the
humid place as shown below.
casing, unplug your camcorder and have it
checked by a Sony dealer before operating it • When you bring your camcorder from a ski
any further. slope into a place warmed up by a heating
device.
• Avoid rough handling, disassembling,
modifying, physical shock, or impact such as • When you bring your camcorder from an air
hammering, dropping or stepping on the conditioned car or room into a hot place outside.
product. Be particularly careful of the lens. • When you use your camcorder after a squall or a
• Do not use a deformed or damaged battery pack. shower.
• Keep the POWER switch setting to OFF when • When you use your camcorder in a hot and
you are not using your camcorder. humid place.
• Do not wrap your camcorder with a towel, for x How to avoid moisture condensation
example, and operate it. Doing so might cause
heat to build up inside. When you bring your camcorder from a cold place
into a warm place, put your camcorder in a plastic
• When disconnecting the power cord (mains bag and seal it tightly. Remove the bag when the
lead), pull it by the plug and not the lead.
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air temperature inside the plastic bag has reached b Notes
the ambient temperature (after about 1 hour). • Do not use a sharp-pointed object for
calibration. Doing so may damage the LCD
LCD screen screen.
• Do not exert excessive pressure on the LCD
screen, as it may cause damage. On handling the casing
• If your camcorder is used in a cold place, a • If the casing is soiled, clean the camcorder body
residual image may appear on the LCD screen. with a soft cloth lightly moistened with water,
This is not a malfunction. and then wipe the casing with a dry soft cloth.
• While using your camcorder, the back of the • Avoid the following to avoid damage to the
LCD screen may heat up. This is not a finish.
malfunction. – Using chemicals such as thinner, benzine,
alcohol, chemical cloths, repellent, insecticide
x To clean the LCD screen
and sunscreen.
If fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen dirty,
– Handling with above substances on your
it is recommended you use a soft cloth to clean it.
hands.
When you use the LCD Cleaning Kit (sold
separately), do not apply the cleaning liquid – Leaving the casing in contact with rubber or
directly to the LCD screen. Use cleaning paper vinyl objects for a long period of time.
moistened with the liquid.
About care and storage of the lens
On adjustment of the touch panel • Wipe the surface of the lens clean with a soft
(CALIBRATION) cloth in the following instances:
– When there are fingerprints on the lens
The buttons on the touch panel may not surface.
work correctly. If this happens, follow the – In hot or humid locations
procedure below. It is recommended that – When the lens is exposed to salty air such as
you connect your camcorder to the wall at the seaside.
outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC • Store in a well-ventilated location subject to
Adaptor during the operation. little dirt or dust.

Additional Information
1 Turn on the camcorder. • To prevent mold, periodically clean the lens as
described above. It is recommended that you
2 Press the MENU button t select operate your camcorder about once a month to
(OTHERS) t [CALIBRATION] keep it in optimum state for a long time.
with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial.
On charging the pre-installed
rechargeable battery
Your camcorder has a pre-installed
rechargeable battery to retain the date, time,
and other settings even when the POWER
switch is set to OFF. The pre-installed
3 Touch “u” displayed on the screen with rechargeable battery is always charged
the corner of memory card or the like 3 while your camcorder is connected to the
times. wall outlet (wall socket) via the AC
• If you did not press the right spot, try the Adaptor or while the battery pack is
calibration again. attached. The rechargeable battery will be
• Touch [CANCEL] to cancel calibration. fully discharged in about 3 months if you
do not use your camcorder at all without the
AC Adaptor connected or the battery pack
attached. Use your camcorder after
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 Maintenance and precautions (Continued)

charging the pre-installed rechargeable

battery. 2 Remove dust inside the eye piece
However, even if the pre-installed and viewfinder with a blower.
rechargeable battery is not charged, the
camcorder operation will not be affected as
long as you are not recording the date.
x Procedures
Connect your camcorder to a wall outlet
(wall socket) using the supplied AC
Adaptor, and leave it with the POWER
switch set to OFF for more than 24 hours.

Removing dust from inside the

viewfinder

1 Remove the eye piece of the

viewfinder.
Slide down the viewfinder release lever
and hold it at the position (1), then lift
the eye piece of the viewfinder as
indicated with the arrow in the
illustration (2).

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Specifications

System 36.1 - 722 mm (1 7/16 - 28 1/2 in.)

Video signal (4:3)
NTSC color, EIA standards F1.6 - 3.4
HDTV 1080/60i Filter diameter: 72 mm (2 7/8 in.)
Video recording system Color temperature
HD image quality: MPEG-4 AVC/ [AUTO]
H.264 AVCHD (one push) A/B
SD image quality: MPEG-2 PS [INDOOR] (3 200K)
Audio recording system [OUTDOOR] (5 800K)
Dolby Digital 2ch (48 kHz 16-bit) Minimum illumination
Dolby Digital Stereo Creator employed 1.5 lx (lux) (Fixed Shutter Speed 1/30,
Still image recording system auto gain, auto iris) (F 1.6)
DCF Ver. 2.0 * When [SET] of [STEADYSHOT] is set to
[STEADYSHOT] or [OFF]
Exif Ver. 2.21
MPF Baseline
Recording media (movies/still images) Output connectors
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media VIDEO OUT jack
SD memory card, SDHC memory card Pin connector
(Class 4, 6, 10) 1 Vp-p, 75 : (ohms) unbalanced, sync
Viewfinder negative
Electric viewfinder (color) AUDIO OUT jacks
Picture: 1.1 cm (0.45 type, aspect ratio Pin connectors
16:9) -10 dBu (at load impedance 47 k:
Total dot number: (kilohms)), Output impedance with less
1 226 880 (approx. 852 × 3 [RGB] × than 2.2 k: (kilohms)

Additional Information
480) (0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms)
Image device COMPONENT OUT jack
6.0 mm (1/3 type) 3CMOS sensor Mini-D jack
Gross: Approx. 1 120 000 pixels Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 : (ohms)
Effective (movie, 16:9): PB/PR, CB/CR: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 : (ohms)
Approx. 1 040 000 pixels* HDMI OUT jack
Effective (movie, 4:3): HDMI connector
Approx. 780 000 pixels* i (headphones) jack
Lens Stereo-minijack (Ø 3.5 mm)
G Lens
20 u (Optical), Approx. 30 u (Digital, Input connectors
when [D.EXTENDER] is set to [ON]) INPUT1/INPUT2 jacks
Focal length XLR 3-pin, female,
f=4.1 - 82.0 mm (3/16 - 3 1/4 in.) MIC: -48 dBu: 3 k:(kilohms)
When converted to a 35 mm still (Variable in the range of between
camera* -60 dBu and -30 dBu in 6 dBu step by
29.5 - 590 mm (1 3/16 - 23 1/4 in.) the INPUT TRIM function)
(16:9), LINE: +4 dBu: 10 k:(kilohms)

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 Specifications (Continued)

(0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms) AC Adaptor AC-L100C

Power requirements
Input/Output connectors AC 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz
USB jack Current consumption
mini-B 0.35 A - 0.18 A
Remote jack Power consumption
Stereo mini-minijack (Ø 2.5 mm) 18 W
Output voltage
LCD screen DC 8.4 V*
Picture Operating temperature
8.0 cm (3.2 type, aspect ratio 16:9) 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
Total dot number Storage temperature
921 600 (1 920 × 480) -20 °C to +60 °C (-4 °F to +140 °F)
Dimensions (approx.)
General 48 u 29 u 81 mm
Power requirements (1 15/16 u 1 3/16 u 3 1/4 in.) (w/h/d)
DC 7.2 V (battery pack) excluding the projecting parts
DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor) Mass (approx.)
Average power consumption 170 g (6.0 oz) excluding the power cord
During camera recording using the (mains lead)
viewfinder with normal brightness: * See the label on the AC Adaptor for other
HD recording 6.7 W specifications.
SD recording 5.9 W
During camera recording using the
Rechargeable battery pack NP-F570
LCD with normal brightness: Maximum output voltage
HD recording 6.7 W DC 8.4 V
SD recording 5.9 W Output voltage
Operating temperature DC 7.2 V
0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) Maximum charge voltage
Storage temperature DC 8.4 V
-20 °C to +60 °C (-4 °F to +140 °F) Maximum charge current
Dimensions (approx.) 3.0 A
173 × 193 × 393 mm Capacity
(6 7/8 × 7 5/8 × 15 1/2 in.) (w/h/d) Typical: 15.8 Wh (2 200 mAh)
including the projecting parts Minimum: 15.0 Wh (2 100 mAh)
Mass (approx.) Type
2.1 kg (4 lb 11 oz) including the lens Li-ion
hood with lens cover Design and specifications are subject to change
2.3 kg (4 lb 15 oz) including the battery without notice.
pack (NP-F570), lens hood with lens
• Manufactured under license from Dolby
cover Laboratories.

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On trademarks Notes on the License
• “Handycam” and ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT OTHER THAN
are CONSUMER PERSONAL USE IN ANY
registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. MANNER THAT COMPLIES WITH THE
• “AVCHD” and “AVCHD” logotype are MPEG-2 STANDARD FOR ENCODING
trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony VIDEO INFORMATION FOR PACKAGED
Corporation. MEDIA IS EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED
• “Memory Stick ,” “ ,” “Memory Stick WITHOUT A LICENSE UNDER APPLICABLE
Duo,” “ ,” “Memory Stick PATENTS IN THE MPEG-2 PATENT
PRO Duo,” “ ,” PORTFOLIO, WHICH LICENSE IS
“Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo,” AVAILABLE FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C., 250
“ ,” “MagicGate,” STEELE STREET, SUITE 300, DENVER,
“ ,” “MagicGate Memory COLORADO 80206.
Stick” and “MagicGate Memory Stick Duo” are
trademarks of Sony Corporation. THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE
• “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR
Corporation. THE PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL
• is a trademark of Sony Corporation. USE OF A CONSUMER TO
• “x.v.Color” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. (i) ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH
THE AVC STANDARD (“AVC VIDEO”) AND
• Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks
of Dolby Laboratories. /OR
• Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are (ii) DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS
trademarks or registered trademarks of U.S. ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN
Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other A PERSONAL AND
countries. NON-COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR
• Macintosh and Mac OS are registered WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO
trademarks of Apple Inc. in the U.S. and other PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC
countries. VIDEO.
• HDMI, HDMI logo, and High-Definition NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE
Multimedia Interface are trademarks or IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE.

Additional Information
registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE
• Intel, Intel Core, and Pentium are trademarks or OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C.
registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its SEE <HTTP://MPEGLA.COM>
subsidiaries in the United States and other
countries.
“C Library,” “Expat,” “zlib,” “libjpeg,” “dtoa”
• Adobe, the Adobe logo, and Adobe Acrobat are and “pcre” software are provided in your
either registered trademarks or trademarks of camcorder. We provide this software based on
Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United license agreements with their owners of
States and/or other countries. copyright. Based on requests
• SDHC logo is a trademark. by the owners of copyright of these software
applications, we have an obligation to inform you
of the following. Please read the following
• MultiMedia Card is a trademark of sections.
MultiMediaCard Association. Read “license1.pdf” in the “License” folder on the
All other product names mentioned herein may be CD-ROM “Content Management Utility.” You
the trademarks or registered trademarks of their will find licenses (in English) of “C Library,”
respective companies. Furthermore, ™ and “®” “Expat,” “zlib,” “libjpeg,” “dtoa” and “pcre”
are not mentioned in each case in this manual. software.

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 Specifications (Continued)

On GNU GPL/LGPL applied software

The software that is eligible for the following
GNU General Public License (hereinafter referred
to as “GPL”) or GNU Lesser General Public
License (hereinafter referred to as “LGPL”) are
included in the camcorder.
This informs you that you have a right to have
access to, modify, and redistribute source code for
these software programs under the conditions of
the supplied GPL/LGPL.
Source code is provided on the web. Use the
following URL to download it. When
downloading the source code, select HDR-
AX2000 as the model for your camcorder.
http://www.sony.net/Products/Linux/
We would prefer you do not contact us about the
contents of source code.
Read “license2.pdf” in the “License” folder on the
CD-ROM “Content Management Utility.” You
will find licenses (in English) of “GPL,” and
“LGPL” software.
To view the PDF, Adobe Reader is needed. If it is
not installed on your computer, you can download
it from the Adobe Systems web page:
http://www.adobe.com/

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Quick Reference

Identifying parts and controls

The numbers in ( ) are reference pages.

A VIDEO OUT jack/AUDIO OUT jacks S REMOTE jack

(51) The REMOTE jack is used for
B COMPONENT OUT jack (51) controlling playback, etc. on the video
device and peripherals connected to it.
C HDMI OUT jack (51)
T Grip belt (19)
D USB jack (81)
U POWER switch (19)
E CHG (charge) lamp (17)
V Record button (25)
F DC IN jack (17)
W ASSIGN 7/EXPANDED FOCUS
G Hook for shoulder strap (111) button (43)
H Handle zoom lever (29)

Quick Reference
I Handle record button (25)
J Microphone holder
K Accessory shoe
L Microphone fixing clamper
M INPUT1 jack (39)
N INPUT2 jack (39)
O Cable holder
Provided for securing a microphone
cable, etc.
P INPUT2 switch (39)
Q INPUT1 switch (39)
R Zoom lever (29)

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 Identifying parts and controls (Continued)

A Lens (16) * The ASSIGN 5/AE SHIFT button and the

ASSIGN 2 button have raised tactile dots for
B Lens hood with lens cover (16) your convenience in locating the button.
C Internal microphone (39)
D Front recording lamp (80)
The recording lamp flashes if the
remaining capacity of the memory card
or battery is low.
E Remote sensor (80)
F ASSIGN 4/ZEBRA button (43)
G ASSIGN 5/AE SHIFT button* (43)
H ASSIGN 6/VISUAL INDEX button
(43)
I CH1 (INT MIC/INPUT1) switch (39)
J AUTO/MAN (CH1) switch (40)
K AUDIO LEVEL(CH1) dial (40)
L AUDIO LEVEL(CH2) dial (40)
M AUTO/MAN (CH2) switch (40)
N CH2 (INT MIC/INPUT1/INPUT2)
switch (39)
O ASSIGN 1/2*/3 buttons (43)
P PUSH AUTO button (30)
Q FOCUS switch (30)
R ND filter (33)

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A Hook for shoulder strap To attach a shoulder strap
B Focus ring (30) Attach a shoulder strap (sold separately) to
C Lens cover lever (16) the hooks for a shoulder strap.
D Zoom ring (29)
E Iris ring (31)
F GAIN button (32)
G WHT BAL button* (33)
H SHUTTER SPEED button (32)
I AUTO/MANUAL switch (31)
J i (headphones) jack

Quick Reference
For stereo mini-jack headphones
K BATT RELEASE button (18)
L Battery pack (17)
M Memory card B slot/select button/access
lamp (23)
N Memory card A slot/select button/
access lamp (23)
O (One push) button (34)
P White balance memory switch (33)
Q Gain switch (32)
R IRIS button (31)
* WHT BAL button has a raised tactile dot for
your convenience in locating the button.

Continued , 111
 Identifying parts and controls (Continued)

A RESET button Q MENU button** (22, 65)

If you press the RESET button, all R SEL/PUSH EXEC dial/B/b buttons (22,
settings including the clock setting 65)
(except the picture profile settings)
return to the default. S VOLUME buttons* (45)
B VISUAL INDEX button (45) T STATUS CHECK button (50)
C Playback control buttons (PREV/ U MODE button (56)
PLAY*/NEXT/STOP/PAUSE/SCAN/ V V/v/B/b/EXEC buttons (65)
SLOW) (45)
W MENU button* (22, 65)
D DATA CODE button (49)
* PICTURE PROFILE button, VOLUME+
E DISPLAY button (49) button, MENU button, and PLAY button have
F LCD screen/touch panel (20) raised tactile dots for your convenience in
locating the buttons.
G Handle zoom switch (29) **MENU button has a raised tactile bar for your
H Viewfinder (21) convenience in locating the button.

I Large eyecup (21)

J Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (21)
K Viewfinder release lever (104)
L HEADPHONE MONITOR switch (41)
M Rear recording lamp (80)
The recording lamp flashes if the
remaining capacity of the memory card
or battery is low.
N STATUS CHECK button (50)
O PICTURE PROFILE button* (35)
P MODE button (56)
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 b Notes
Wireless Remote Commander • Aim the Wireless Remote Commander towards
Remove the insulation sheet before using the remote sensor to operate your camcorder.
the Wireless Remote Commander. • Point the remote sensor away from strong light
sources such as direct sunlight or overhead
Insulation sheet lighting. Otherwise, the Wireless Remote
Commander may not function properly.
• When you are operating with the Wireless
Remote Commander supplied with your
camcorder, your video device may also operate.
In that case, select a commander mode other
than DVD2 for your video device, or cover the
sensor of your video device with black paper.

To change the battery of the Wireless

Remote Commander
1 While pressing on the tab, inset your
fingernail into the slit to pull out the battery
case.
2 Place a new battery with the + side facing
up.
3 Insert the battery case back into the
Wireless Remote Commander until it
clicks.

A DATA CODE button (49) Tab

B TC RESET button
This button does not work with this

Quick Reference
camcorder. WARNING
C SCAN/SLOW buttons (45) Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not
D . > (PREV/NEXT) buttons (45) recharge, disassemble or dispose of in
fire.
E PLAY button (45)
F STOP button (45) • When the lithium battery becomes weak, the
operating distance of the Wireless Remote
G DISPLAY button (49) Commander may shorten, or the Wireless
H Transmitter Remote Commander may not function properly.
In this case, replace the battery with a Sony
I START/STOP button (25) CR2025 lithium battery. Use of another battery
J Power zoom buttons (29) may present a risk of fire or explosion.

K PAUSE button (45)

L MODE button (56)
M b/B/v/V/ENTER buttons

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 Screen indicators

Center Bottom
Upper left Upper right
Indicator Meaning
PEAKING (77)
ZEBRA (77)
STEADYSHOT (71)
D.EXTENDER (72)
x.v.Color (72)
Bottom
9 Manual focus (30)
Upper left ~ Picture profile (35)

Indicator Meaning . BACK LIGHT (70)

t 60min Remaining battery SPOTLIGHT(70)
REC FORMAT (27) Iris (31)
WIDE REC (73) 9dB Gain (32)
ND filter (33) 60 Shutter speed (32)
Manual volume control
(40)
Center
AE SHIFT (70)
Indicator Meaning Auto setting (78)
Memory card n A White balance (33)
Relay recording (26) B
z Tips
STBY REC Recording status (25) • Indicators may look different or appear at
E Warning (92) different positions.

N Playback indicator (45) Data code during recording

Upper right The recording date, time and condition are
recorded automatically on the memory
Indicator Meaning card. They are not displayed while
recording. However, you can check them
0min Estimated remaining
by pressing the DATA CODE button
recording time
(p. 49).
Recording/playback
media
00:00:00:00 Time code
(hour:minute:second:
frame)
LCD backlight off (20)
WHITE FADER FADER (72)
BLACK FADER

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Index

A CENTER .............................. 77 Focus.....................................30

CH1 (INT MIC/INPUT1) Focus infinity........................31
AC Adaptor...........................17
switch ................................... 39 Focus ring .............................30
Access lamp ..........................23
CH2 (INT MIC/INPUT1/ FOCUS switch......................30
ACTIVE STEADYSHOT ....71 INPUT2) switch ................... 39
AE RESPONSE ....................70 Channel setting..................... 39
AE SHIFT.......................70, 87
G
Charge lamp ......................... 17
Gain ......................................32
AE SHIFT/ASSIGN 5 button Charging time....................... 18
..............................................43 GAIN button .........................32
CLOCK SET ........................ 22
AF ASSIST...........................71 GAIN SET ............................69
COLOR BAR ................. 72, 87
AGC LIMIT..........................69 Gain switch ...........................32
COLOR LEVEL .................. 37
AREA SET .....................80, 87 GAMMA ..............................37
COLOR MODE ................... 37
ASSIGN BUTTON...............43 Grip belt................................20
COLOR PHASE .................. 37
ASSIGN buttons ...................43 GUIDEFRAME ....................77
Connect
AUDIO LEVEL DISPLAY
Computer ...................... 81
..............................................78 H
TV ................................. 51
AUDIO LEVEL (CH1/CH2) Handle record button ............25
dial ........................................40 Connecting cord ................... 19
HANDLE ZOOM .................71
AUDIO LIMIT .....................75 COPY ................................... 38
Handle zoom.........................29
AUDIO MANUAL GAIN....75
Handle zoom lever................29
AUDIO SET menu ...............75 D
Handle zoom switch .............29
AUTO IRIS LIMIT...............70 DATA CODE button ........... 49
HEADPHONE OUT ............75
AUTO/MAN (CH1/CH2) Date and time ............... 23, 114
switch....................................40 Headphones jack.................111
DELETE............................... 61
AUTO/MANUAL switch .....31 High definition TV ...............52
DETAIL ............................... 38
AWB SENS ..........................69 Holding the camcorder .........20
DISPLAY button............ 20, 49
Hook for shoulder strap ......111
DISPLAY OUTPUT ............ 79
B

Quick Reference
DISPLAY SET menu........... 77
BACK LIGHT ................70, 87
I
DIVIDE ................................ 60
BATT RELEASE (battery Image database file ...............64
DST SET ........................ 80, 87
release) button.......................18 INDOOR...............................34
D.EXTENDER..................... 72
Battery ..................................17 Indoor ...................................34
Battery Info...........................50 “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack
E ............................................100
BEEP ....................................80
EXPANDED FOCUS .......... 31 INPUT1 ................................39
BLACK FADER...................72
Expanded focus .................... 31 INPUT1 switch .....................39
Button-type lithium battery
............................................113 EXPANDED FOCUS TYPE INPUT1 TRIM .....................76
.............................................. 78
INPUT1 WIND ....................76
EXPANDED FOCUS/ASSIGN
C 7 button ................................ 43 INPUT2 ................................39
CALIBRATION .................103 INPUT2 switch .....................39
CAMERA DATA DISPLAY F INPUT2 TRIM .....................76
........................................78, 87 INPUT2 WIND ....................76
FADER........................... 72, 87
CAMERA SET menu ...........69 Insulation sheet ...................113
FLICKER REDUCE ............ 70
Continued , 115
 Index (Continued)

INT MIC SENS ....................75 Menu items .......................... 67 REC FORMAT ....................27
INT MIC SET.......................75 MIC+48V............................. 40 REC LAMP .......................... 80
INT MIC WIND...................75 MINUS AGC ....................... 69 REC SET .............................. 73
Internal microphone .............75 MODE button ...................... 56 Record button ....................... 25
IRIS ......................................31 MODE menu........................ 56 Recording .............................25
IRIS button ...........................31 Moisture condensation ....... 102 Recording format..................27
Iris ring .................................31 Recording lamp ....................25
IRIS RING ROTATE...........69 N REC/OUT SET menu...........73
ND filter............................... 33 Relay recording ....................26
L NTSC ................................... 97 REMAINING ....................... 79
LANGUAGE........................80 REMOTE CONTROL.......... 80
Large eyecup ........................21 O Remote sensor ....................110
LCD backlight ......................20 One push button ................... 34 REPAIR IMAGE DB FILE
LCD BACKLIGHT LEVEL OTHERS menu .................... 80 .............................................. 64
........................................78, 87 OUTDOOR.......................... 34 RESET..................................38
LCD BRIGHT ......................78 Outdoor ................................ 34 RESET button ....................112
LCD COLOR .......................78 OUTPUT SELECT .............. 74
LCD screen...........................20 Outside power source........... 19
S
Lens ....................................103 Screen indicators ................114
Lens cover lever ...................16 P SD WIDE REC..................... 73
PAL...................................... 97 Self-diagnosis display .......... 92
M PEAKING...................... 77, 87 SEL/PUSH EXEC dial ...22, 65
MANAGE MEDIA ..............62 PHOTO CAPTURE............. 59 Shoulder strap.....................111
MARKER.......................77, 87 Picture profile ...................... 35 Shutter speed ........................ 32
MEDIA FORMAT ...............62 PICTURE PROFILE button SHUTTER SPEED button
Memory card ..........................9 ............................................. 35 .............................................. 32
Insert/Eject ....................23 Playback............................... 45 SKINTONE DETAIL .......... 38
Memory card slot..................23 PLAYLIST........................... 58 SMOOTH SLOW REC........ 41
“Memory Stick Duo” media PLAYLIST EDIT ................ 58 Specifications .....................105
slot cover ..............................23 Power cord (mains lead) ...... 17 SPOTLIGHT ..................70, 87
“Memory Stick” media POWER switch .................... 19 Status check.......................... 50
..........................................9, 99 STATUS CHECK button ..... 50
Pre-installed rechargeable
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” battery ................................ 103 STEADYSHOT....................71
media ....................................99
PROTECT............................ 57 Still image ............................ 59
Menu.....................................65
PUSH AUTO button............ 30 SUMMERTIME.............80, 87
AUDIO SET menu ........75
Push auto focus .................... 30
CAMERA SET menu....69
PUSH (lens hood release) T
DISPLAY SET menu ....77 button ................................... 16 Telephoto.............................. 29
MODE menu .................56
Trademark ..........................107
OTHERS menu .............80 R Transmitter .........................113
REC/OUT SET menu....73 REC CH SELECT switch .... 39 Troubleshooting ................... 83
MENU button .................22, 65
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TV .........................................51 Z
TV color systems ..................97
ZEBRA........................... 77, 87
TV TYPE ..............................74
ZEBRA/ASSIGN 4 button... 43
Zoom .................................... 29
U Zoom lever ........................... 29
USB SELECT.......................82
Zoom ring............................. 29
Using the menu ...............56, 65
ZOOM switch ...................... 29
Using your camcorder abroad
..............................................97

V
VF BACKLIGHT ...........79, 87
VF POWERMODE ..............79
VIDEO OUT.........................74
Viewfinder ............................21
Viewfinder lens adjustment
lever ......................................21
Viewfinder release lever .....104
VISUAL INDEX button .......45
VISUAL INDEX/ASSIGN 6
button ....................................43
Volume .................................47
VOLUME buttons ................47

W
Warning indicators................92
Warning messages ................93

Quick Reference
WB PRESET ........................69
WB SHIFT............................37
White balance .......................33
White balance memory switch
..............................................34
WHITE FADER ...................72
WHT BAL button .................33
Wide angle ............................29
Wireless Remote Commander
............................................113

X
XLR AGC LINK ..................75
XLR SET ..............................75
x.v.Color ...............................72

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 Procedimientos iniciales

Paso 1: Comprobación de los elementos

suministrados
Asegúrese de que su videocámara contiene Ocular grande (1) (pág. 124)
los siguientes elementos.
El número entre paréntesis indica la
cantidad del elemento.
• No se incluyen las tarjetas de memoria.
Adaptador de alimentación de ca
(AC-L100C) (1) (pág. 120)
Batería recargable (NP-F570) (1)
(pág. 120)

Cable de alimentación (1) (pág. 120) Parasol del objetivo con tapa del objetivo
(1) (pág. 119)
Este parasol del objetivo está premontado.

Control remoto inalámbrico (RMT-845) (1)

CD-ROM “Content Management Utility” (1)

Tiene instalada una pila de litio tipo botón.
Guía de operaciones (1)
Cable de video componente (1)

Cable de conexión A/V (1)

Cable USB (1)

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Paso 2: Colocación del parasol del objetivo con
tapa del objetivo
Para abrir o cerrar el obturador del
parasol del objetivo con tapa del
objetivo
Mueva la palanca de la tapa del objetivo a
la posición OPEN para abrir la tapa del
objetivo y muévala a la posición CLOSE
para cerrarla.

Botón PUSH (liberación del parasol del

objetivo)

Alinee las marcas en el parasol con

las marcas en la videocámara y gire
el parasol del objetivo en la
dirección que indica la flecha 2
hasta que se bloquee.

Para extraer el parasol del objetivo

con tapa del objetivo
Gire el parasol del objetivo en la dirección
opuesta a la de la flecha 2 de la ilustración
mientras presiona el botón PUSH
(liberación del parasol del objetivo).
z Consejos
• Si coloca o retira un filtro PL de 72 mm o el
protector MC, retire el parasol del objetivo con
tapa del objetivo.
Spanish Quick Guide/Guía rápida en español

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 Paso 3: Carga de la batería

Puede cargar la batería

“InfoLITHIUM” (serie L) con el 1 Ejerza presión sobre la batería
adaptador de alimentación de ca contra la parte posterior de la
suministrado. videocámara y deslícela hacia
abajo.
b Notas
• No se puede utilizar baterías que no sean
“InfoLITHIUM” (serie L).

Clavija de cc Toma DC IN 2 Con la marca B de la clavija de cc

hacia fuera, conecte la clavija de
cc a la toma de DC IN de la
Cable de videocámara.
alimentación

Adaptador de
alimentación de ca Al tomacorriente
de pared

Marca B

3 Conecte el cable de alimentación

al adaptador de alimentación de
ca

4 Conecte el cable de alimentación

al tomacorriente de la pared.

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 Para retirar la batería
5 Ajuste el interruptor POWER en Deslice el interruptor POWER a la posición
OFF (CHG). OFF (CHG). Presione el botón BATT
El indicador CHG se enciende y se RELEASE (liberación de la batería) y retire
inicia el proceso de carga. la batería.

Botón BATT RELEASE

(liberación de la batería)

Para guardar la batería

Si deja de usar la batería por un tiempo,
úsela hasta agotarla y guárdela.

Después de cargar la batería Tiempo de carga

El indicador CHG se apaga cuando la Tiempo aproximado (m) necesario para
batería está completamente cargada. cargar totalmente una batería descargada
Desconecte el adaptador de alimentación de por completo.
ca de la toma de DC IN.
Tiempo de
Batería
z Consejos carga
• Puede comprobar la carga restante de la batería NP-F570 (suministrada) 260
con la función de comprobación de estado. NP-F770 370

Spanish Quick Guide/Guía rápida en español

NP-F970 485

b Notas
• No se pueden usar baterías NP-F330 con esta
videocámara.

Continuación , 121
 Paso 3: Carga de la batería Paso 4: Encendido y
(Continuación)
sujeción adecuados
Acerca de la batería de la videocámara
• Antes de cambiar la batería, ajuste el interruptor
POWER en la posición OFF (CHG). Para grabar o reproducir, coloque el
• El indicador CHG parpadeará durante la carga o interruptor POWER en la posición ON.
la información de la batería no se mostrará La primera vez que utilice la videocámara,
correctamente en las siguientes condiciones. aparecerá la pantalla [AJUS.RELOJ]
– La batería no está correctamente conectada. (pág. 125).
– La batería está dañada.
– La batería está gastada.
– La batería está demasiado fría.
Remueva la batería y colóquela en un lugar
cálido.
– La batería está demasiado caliente.
Remueva la batería y colóquela en un lugar
frío.
• Cuando el adaptador de alimentación de ca esté
conectado a la toma de DC IN de la
videocámara, la batería no suministrará
alimentación, incluso si el cable de alimentación
está desconectado al tomacorriente de pared. Interruptor POWER

Tiempo de carga
• Tiempo medido con la videocámara a 25 °C
Se recomienda de 10 °C a 30 °C 1 Deslice el interruptor POWER a la
posición ON mientras presiona el
Uso de una fuente de alimentación botón verde.
externa
Mantenga
Puede usar un adaptador de alimentación de presionado el
ca para obtener energía de ca botón verde.
Mientras utiliza el adaptador de
alimentación de ca la batería no perderá su
carga aunque esté conectada a la cámara.

Conecte la videocámara como se b Notas

muestra en “Paso 3: Carga de la • La fecha y hora actuales aparecen en la pantalla
batería” en la página 120. LCD por unos segundos al encender la
videocámara después de haberse ajustado la
fecha y la hora [AJUS.RELOJ] (pág. 125).

Acerca del adaptador de alimentación de

ca
• Evite los cortocircuitos en la clavija de cc del
adaptador de alimentación de ca o en el terminal
de la batería con objetos metálicos. Podría
provocar una falla de funcionamiento.

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 Paso 5: Ajuste del
panel LCD y el visor
2 Sostenga la videocámara Panel LCD
correctamente. Abra el panel LCD 180 grados (1), luego
gírelo hasta encontrar el mejor ángulo para
grabar o reproducir (2).

1Abra 180 grados.

290 grados
(máx.)

2180 grados
(máx.)

3 Asegúrese de que la sostiene

correctamente y luego ajuste la
correa de sujeción.

Botón DISPLAY

z Consejos
• Las imágenes se muestran como imágenes de
espejo en la pantalla LCD, pero se graban como
imágenes normales.

Para desactivar la luz de fondo de la

pantalla LCD y prolongar la duración
de la batería
Spanish Quick Guide/Guía rápida en español
Mantenga presionado el botón DISPLAY
durante unos segundos hasta que aparezca
Para apagar la videocámara .
Deslice el interruptor POWER a la posición Este ajuste es práctico cuando utiliza la
OFF (CHG). videocámara en lugares muy luminosos o
cuando desea ahorrar energía. Este ajuste
b Notas no afectará a la imagen grabada. Para
• Si en la pantalla aparecen mensajes de encender la luz de fondo de la pantalla
advertencia, siga las instrucciones. LCD, mantenga presionado el botón
DISPLAY durante unos segundos hasta que
desaparezca.
Además, puede encender la luz de fondo de
la pantalla LCD al encender/apagar la
videocámara.

Continuación , 123
 Paso 5: Ajuste del panel LCD y el visor (Continuación)

z Consejos colocar el ocular grande hacia el lado

• Puede ajustar el brillo de la pantalla LCD en derecho o izquierdo.
[BRILLO LCD].
b Notas
• No retire el ocular preinstalado.
Visor
Puede ver imágenes utilizando el visor para Ocular grande
ahorrar energía de la batería o cuando la (suministrado)
imagen en la pantalla LCD no sea clara. Coloque con la
Palanca de ajuste del pieza que
objetivo del visor sobresale hacia
Muévala hasta que la arriba.
imagen aparezca nítida.

b Notas
• Es posible que los colores primarios produzcan
algún resplandor cuando en el visor usted
cambie su línea visual. No se trata de una falla
de funcionamiento. Los colores
resplandecientes no se graban en la tarjeta de
memoria.

z Consejos
• Puede ajustar el brillo de la luz de fondo del
visor con [LUZ FONDO VISOR].
• Para ver imágenes tanto en la pantalla LCD
como en el visor, ajuste [M.ALIM.VISOR] en
[ACTIVADO].

Cuando tenga dificultades para ver la

imagen del visor
Si no puede ver claramente la imagen en el
visor en condiciones de brillo, use el ocular
grande suministrado. Para colocar el ocular
grande, ensánchelo un poco y alinéelo con
la ranura del ocular en el visor. Puede

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Paso 6: Ajuste de la fecha y la hora

Ajuste la fecha y la hora cuando use la

videocámara por primera vez. De lo 2 Seleccione (OTROS) girando
contrario, la pantalla [AJUS.RELOJ] el selector SEL/PUSH EXEC,
aparecerá cada vez que encienda la luego presione el selector.
videocámara.
z Consejos
• Si no usa la videocámara durante
aproximadamente 3 meses, la batería
recargable incorporada se descarga y es posible
que los ajustes de la fecha y la hora se borren de
la memoria. En este caso, cargue la batería
recargable y ajuste la fecha y la hora
nuevamente.
3 Seleccione [AJUS.RELOJ]
girando el selector SEL/PUSH
EXEC, luego presione el selector.

4 Seleccione el área girando el

selector SEL/PUSH EXEC y luego
presione el selector.
Selector SEL/ Botón
PUSH EXEC MENU

Vaya directamente al paso 4 cuando ajuste

el reloj por primera vez.
Spanish Quick Guide/Guía rápida en español

1 Presione el botón MENU.

5 Ajuste [HORA VERANO], [A]
(año), [M] (mes), [D] (día), hora y
minuto, girando el selector SEL/
PUSH EXEC y luego presione el
selector.

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 Paso 6: Ajuste de la fecha y la Paso 7: Inserción de
hora (Continuación)
una tarjeta de
memoria

1 Abra la tapa en la dirección que

indica la flecha.

El reloj se pone en marcha.

• Ajuste [HORA VERANO] en la posición
[ACTIVADO] para avanzar 1 h
• Puede seleccionar cualquier año hasta el año
2037.
• Para la medianoche, ajústelo en 12:00 AM.
Para el mediodía, ajústelo en 12:00 PM.

z Consejos
• La fecha y la hora se graban automáticamente
en la tarjeta de memoria seleccionada y se
2 Oriente la esquina biselada de la
pueden ver durante la reproducción (botón
tarjeta de memoria como se
DATA CODE). muestra en la ilustración e
. insértela en la ranura para tarjeta
Cambio del ajuste de idioma de memoria hasta que calce.

Puede cambiar las indicaciones en pantalla Ranura para tarjeta de memoria

para que muestren mensajes en un idioma A e indicador de acceso
en particular.
Presione el botón MENU y seleccione
(OTROS) con el selector SEL/PUSH
EXEC. Seleccione el idioma de los
mensajes en pantalla en [LANGUAGE].

Ranura para tarjeta de memoria

B e indicador de acceso
Inserte la esquina biselada
primero, mirando hacia abajo.

b Notas
• Si inserta una tarjeta de memoria en la
ranura en la dirección incorrecta, puede
dañarse la tarjeta de memoria, la ranura para
tarjeta de memoria o los datos de imágenes.

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 • Cuando inserta una nueva tarjeta de
memoria en modo de espera, aparece la
pantalla [Crear nuevo arch.base de datos de
imágenes.]. Siga las indicaciones en
pantalla y toque [SÍ].

Para expulsar la tarjeta de memoria

Empuje suavemente la tarjeta de memoria
una vez.
b Notas
Botón A de la ranura para
• Cuando el indicador de acceso se enciende o tarjeta de memoria
parpadea en color rojo, la videocámara está
leyendo o grabando datos. No sacuda ni golpee
la videocámara, no la apague, ni extraiga la Botón B de la ranura para
tarjeta de memoria ni retire la batería. De lo tarjeta de memoria
contrario, se podrían dañar los datos de
imágenes. b Notas
• Si aparece [Error al crear un nuevo archivo de • Sólo puede seleccionar una ranura que ya tenga
base de datos de imágenes. Es posible que no una tarjeta de memoria insertada.
exista suficiente espacio libre.] en el paso 2, • Mientras se graban películas en la tarjeta de
formatee la tarjeta de memoria. memoria, no puede cambiar la ranura aunque
• Al insertar o expulsar la tarjeta de memoria, presione los botones A/B de la ranura para
tenga cuidado de evitar que la tarjeta de tarjeta de memoria.
memoria no salte ni se caiga.
z Consejos
Selección de la ranura para tarjeta de • Cuando sólo una ranura tiene una tarjeta de
memoria insertada, la ranura que tiene la tarjeta
memoria que se usará en la grabación de memoria se selecciona automáticamente.
Presione el botón A o B de la ranura para • Si el espacio de la tarjeta de memoria se ocupa
tarjeta de memoria donde está insertada la completamente durante la grabación, la
tarjeta de memoria con la que desea grabar. videocámara continúa la grabación
El indicador de la ranura seleccionada se automáticamente en la tarjeta de memoria
enciende de color verde. insertada en la otra ranura (Grabación con
relevo, pág. 130). Spanish Quick Guide/Guía rápida en español

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 Grabación/Reproducción

Grabación
Indicador de
Botón de grabación de grabación
la manija
Indicador de
grabación

Parasol del objetivo

Interruptor POWER

Botón de grabación

La videocámara graba películas en las tarjetas de memoria. Proceda de la siguiente forma para
grabar películas.
• Esta videocámara puede grabar películas con calidad de imagen de alta definición (HD) o calidad de
imagen de definición estándar (SD). El ajuste predeterminado de fábrica es calidad de imagen de alta
definición (HD) ([FORM.GRAB.], pág. 130).

b Notas
• Cuando el indicador de acceso está encendido o parpadeando de color rojo, la videocámara está
escribiendo datos en la tarjeta de memoria. No sacuda ni golpee la videocámara y no retire el adaptador de
alimentación de ca ni la batería.
• La videocámara puede grabar películas durante 13 h aproximadamente.
• Si un archivo de película excede los 2 GB durante la grabación, la videocámara divide el archivo y crea un
nuevo archivo automáticamente.
• Los ajustes de menú, los ajustes de PICTURE PROFILE y los ajustes realizados con el interruptor AUTO/
MANUAL se almacenan en la videocámara cuando ajusta el interruptor POWER en la posición OFF. El
indicador de acceso se enciende mientras se almacenan los ajustes. Si retira la batería o el adaptador de
alimentación de ca antes de apagar la videocámara, es posible que los ajustes regresen a los valores
predeterminados.

1 Abra el obturador del parasol del objetivo.

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2 Deslice el interruptor POWER a la posición ON mientras presiona el botón
verde.

Mantenga presionado el
botón verde.

3 Presione el botón de grabación o el botón de grabación de la manija.

[ESPERA] t [GRAB.]

El indicador de grabación se enciende durante la grabación.

Para detener la grabación de una película, vuelva a presionar el botón de grabación o el
botón de grabación de la manija.

z Consejos
• Al grabar con calidad de imagen de alta definición (HD), la relación de aspecto está ajustada en 16:9. Al
grabar con calidad de imagen de definición estándar (SD), puede cambiar la relación de aspecto a 4:3
([GRABACIÓN PANOR. ]).
• Puede cambiar la visualización de la pantalla durante la grabación.
• El indicador de grabación se puede desactivar ([IND.GRAB.]).
• Para grabaciones de ángulo bajo, resulta conveniente usar el botón de grabación de la manija. Suelte la Spanish Quick Guide/Guía rápida en español
palanca HOLD para activar el botón de grabación de la manija. Tal vez resulte útil colocar el panel LCD
cara arriba o cerrarlo después de colocarlo cara abajo o levantar el visor durante este tipo de grabación.
• Puede capturar imágenes fijas a partir de las películas que grabó.

Continuación , 129
 Grabación (Continuación)

Grabación continua en las tarjetas de memoria, una después de otra (Grabación

con relevo)
Inserte las tarjetas de memoria en las ranuras A y B, de manera que la videocámara cambie la
tarjeta de memoria A (o B) justo antes de que se termine el espacio de la otra tarjeta y continúe
grabando en la siguiente tarjeta de memoria en forma automática.
Inserte una tarjeta de memoria que se pueda grabar.

Espacio pequeño

Inicio Término

REC: Grabación
Espacio pequeño

b Notas
• No expulse la tarjeta de memoria que se está usando actualmente para grabar. Reemplace sólo la tarjeta de
memoria cuyo indicador de ranura esté apagado.
• Aunque presione el botón de la ranura de tarjeta de memoria, no es posible cambiar la ranura que se está
usando actualmente, A o B, mientras se graban películas.
• Cuando el tiempo de grabación restante de la tarjeta de memoria que está usando es menor a 1 m y la otra
ranura tiene insertada una tarjeta de memoria que se puede grabar, aparece [ ]o[ ] en
la pantalla de la videocámara. El indicador se apaga cuando se cambia la tarjeta de memoria.
• Si comienza la grabación en una tarjeta de memoria con tiempo de grabación restante menor a 1 minuto,
es posible que la videocámara no pueda grabar con relevo. Para grabar con relevo sin errores, asegúrese de
que la tarjeta de memoria tenga más de 1 m al iniciar la grabación.
• Esta videocámara no puede reproducir sin cortes las películas grabadas con relevo.
• Puede volver a combinar las películas grabadas con relevo utilizando el software de aplicación
suministrado (sólo Windows).

Selección del formato de grabación

Puede seleccionar el formato de grabación (velocidad de bits, calidad de imagen, tamaño de
imagen, velocidad de cuadros, sistema de exploración). En el ajuste predeterminado,
[ ] está seleccionado.

Para cambiar el ajuste

Presione MENU t seleccione (AJUSTE GRAB./SALIDA) t [FORM.GRAB.] con el
selector SEL/PUSH EXEC.

130
 Valor de ajuste Descripción
• Velocidad de bits
FX: máx. 24 Mbps
FH: aprox. 17 Mbps (promedio)
HQ: aprox. 9 Mbps (promedio)
LP: aprox. 5 Mbps (promedio)
• Calidad de imagen
HD: Calidad de imagen de alta definición
SD: Calidad de imagen de definición estándar
• Tamaño de imagen
FX: 1920u1080
FH: 1920u1080
HQ: Grabación HD 1440u1080
Grabación SD 720u480
LP: 1440u1080
• Velocidad de cuadros
24, 30 ó 60
• Sistema de exploración
i: entrelazado
p: progresivo
pSCAN: Graba imágenes de sistema de exploración progresiva como
señal entrelazada (60i).

Valor de ajuste
Por ejemplo, si selecciona [ ], las películas se graban con el siguiente formato.
• HD: Calidad de imagen de alta definición. SD es la calidad de imagen de definición
estándar. Spanish Quick Guide/Guía rápida en español
• 1080: Líneas de exploración efectivas
• 60: Velocidad de cuadros
• i: Sistema de exploración
• FX: Modo de grabación
b Notas
• El modo de grabación se ajusta en FX o FH con el sistema de exploración progresiva.

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instructions as follows: Fur diesen Camcorder geeignete
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