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http://www.sony.net/ Printed on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. Additional information on 70% or more ... based ink. Printed in Japan US 2-319-777-11(1) Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide HDR-UX5/UX7 Enjoying Your Camcorder 13 Getting Started 20 Recording/Playback 30 Editing 48 Utilizing Recording Media 56 Customizing Your 65 Camcorder Using a Computer 86 Troubleshooting 91 Additional Information 103 Quick Reference 118 Spanish Quick Guide/ 130...
http://www.sony.net/ Printed on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. Additional information on 70% or more ... based ink. Printed in Japan US 2-319-777-11(1) Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide HDR-UX5/UX7 Enjoying Your Camcorder 13 Getting Started 20 Recording/Playback 30 Editing 48 Utilizing Recording Media 56 Customizing Your 65 Camcorder Using a Computer 86 Troubleshooting 91 Additional Information 103 Quick Reference 118 Spanish Quick Guide/ 130...
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...rechargeable batteries to operate this equipment. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-UX5 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. Operation is subject to these numbers whenever you may result... in the U.S.A. Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with this product will increase eye hazard. and CANADA RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Lithium-Ion batteries are located on the bottom. Read this before operating your camcorder...
...rechargeable batteries to operate this equipment. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-UX5 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. Operation is subject to these numbers whenever you may result... in the U.S.A. Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with this product will increase eye hazard. and CANADA RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Lithium-Ion batteries are located on the bottom. Read this before operating your camcorder...
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... or you can use the following measures: - Notes on use Sony discs or discs with the instructions, may not be able to remove the disc from that interference will not occur in accordance with an *(for VIDEO CAMERA) mark for using your camcorder. * Depending on the place you bought, the disc has...
... or you can use the following measures: - Notes on use Sony discs or discs with the instructions, may not be able to remove the disc from that interference will not occur in accordance with an *(for VIDEO CAMERA) mark for using your camcorder. * Depending on the place you bought, the disc has...
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... (p. 27) is not dustproofed, dripproofed or waterproofed. Pushing the plug forcibly into the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor. Memory Stick Duo Adaptor Battery • The camcorder is on a "Memory Stick Duo" or a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor. About menu items, LCD panel, viewfinder, and lens • A menu item...used with "Memory Stick" compatible equipment Be sure to remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor from being broken or recorded images from the camcorder. - to insert the "Memory Stick Duo" into the terminal will damage the terminal and may be used only with "Memory Stick PRO"...
... (p. 27) is not dustproofed, dripproofed or waterproofed. Pushing the plug forcibly into the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor. Memory Stick Duo Adaptor Battery • The camcorder is on a "Memory Stick Duo" or a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor. About menu items, LCD panel, viewfinder, and lens • A menu item...used with "Memory Stick" compatible equipment Be sure to remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor from being broken or recorded images from the camcorder. - to insert the "Memory Stick Duo" into the terminal will damage the terminal and may be used only with "Memory Stick PRO"...
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...only in each local language are captured using your camcorder is T -coated to malfunction. Change the screen language before operating your camcorder (Continued) black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue, or green in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. MTF= Modulation Transfer...developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in color) that appear constantly on a TV, you record them on the model HDR-UX7. About the Carl Zeiss lens Your camcorder is not possible due to 8cm DVD discs. • The illustrations used on this manual for illustrating the ...
...only in each local language are captured using your camcorder is T -coated to malfunction. Change the screen language before operating your camcorder (Continued) black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue, or green in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. MTF= Modulation Transfer...developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in color) that appear constantly on a TV, you record them on the model HDR-UX7. About the Carl Zeiss lens Your camcorder is not possible due to 8cm DVD discs. • The illustrations used on this manual for illustrating the ...
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...all scenes on the disc (Formatting 62 Recording additional scenes after finalizing 64 Customizing Your Camcorder What you 26 Step 5: Inserting a disc or a "Memory Stick Duo 27 Recording/Playback Easy Recording/Playback (Easy Handycam 30 Recording the images 33 Zooming 35 Recording sound with more presence (5.1ch surround ... mode 37 10 Recording the fast action in slowmotion (SMTH SLW REC 38 Controlling the image settings manually with the camera control dial (HDR-UX7 38 Viewing the images 40 Using PB zoom 42 Playing back a series of still images (Slide show 42 Playing the image on...
...all scenes on the disc (Formatting 62 Recording additional scenes after finalizing 64 Customizing Your Camcorder What you 26 Step 5: Inserting a disc or a "Memory Stick Duo 27 Recording/Playback Easy Recording/Playback (Easy Handycam 30 Recording the images 33 Zooming 35 Recording sound with more presence (5.1ch surround ... mode 37 10 Recording the fast action in slowmotion (SMTH SLW REC 38 Controlling the image settings manually with the camera control dial (HDR-UX7 38 Viewing the images 40 Using PB zoom 42 Playing back a series of still images (Slide show 42 Playing the image on...
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...First Step Guide 90 Using a Macintosh computer ........ 90 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 91 Warning indicators and messages 100 Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad ....103 Precautions and maintenance ....105 About the Disc 105 About the AVCHD format 106 About the "Memory Stick 107 ...About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 108 About the x.v.Color 109 Handling your camcorder 109 Specifications 112 Quick Reference Identifying parts and controls ......118 Indicators displayed during recording/playback 122 Glossary 125 Index 126...
...First Step Guide 90 Using a Macintosh computer ........ 90 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 91 Warning indicators and messages 100 Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad ....103 Precautions and maintenance ....105 About the Disc 105 About the AVCHD format 106 About the "Memory Stick 107 ...About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 108 About the x.v.Color 109 Handling your camcorder 109 Specifications 112 Quick Reference Identifying parts and controls ......118 Indicators displayed during recording/playback 122 Glossary 125 Index 126...
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... Initialize the disc (p. 27). You can select the recording image quality, HD (high definition) or SD (standard definition). b Notes • Your camcorder is abbreviated as "AVCHD" in more detail. Continued , 13 HD (high definition) image quality AVCHD format SD (standard definition) image quality DVD format... you format the disc, you can consult the [DISC SELECT GUIDE] (p. 61) displayed on a "Memory Stick Duo." "AVCHD 1080i format" is compatible with the AVCHD format (p. 60). Enjoying Your Camcorder Enjoying Your Camcorder Operation flow B Prepare the right disc (p. 15).
... Initialize the disc (p. 27). You can select the recording image quality, HD (high definition) or SD (standard definition). b Notes • Your camcorder is abbreviated as "AVCHD" in more detail. Continued , 13 HD (high definition) image quality AVCHD format SD (standard definition) image quality DVD format... you format the disc, you can consult the [DISC SELECT GUIDE] (p. 61) displayed on a "Memory Stick Duo." "AVCHD 1080i format" is compatible with the AVCHD format (p. 60). Enjoying Your Camcorder Enjoying Your Camcorder Operation flow B Prepare the right disc (p. 15).
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...definition) image quality, but they were recorded. B Dubbing disc contents by connecting your TV and camcorder. Important notice regarding discs recorded in the AVCHD format • This camcorder captures high definition footage in advance. 14 Install the supplied application software on a compatible Blu-ray...or other compatible device. z Tips • You can consult the [TV CONNECT Guide] (p. 43) displayed on the screen on connecting your camcorder to a DVD device (p. 53) The dubbed images will be converted to eject the media and may be recorded with SD (standard definition)...
...definition) image quality, but they were recorded. B Dubbing disc contents by connecting your TV and camcorder. Important notice regarding discs recorded in the AVCHD format • This camcorder captures high definition footage in advance. 14 Install the supplied application software on a compatible Blu-ray...or other compatible device. z Tips • You can consult the [TV CONNECT Guide] (p. 43) displayed on the screen on connecting your camcorder to a DVD device (p. 53) The dubbed images will be converted to eject the media and may be recorded with SD (standard definition)...
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...Disc symbols a - - HD (high definition) image quality Disc type Disc symbols DVDRW DVD+ RW DVD-R DVD+R DL Deleting or editing images on your camcorder a (48, 50) Finalizing required to use it again a a a - - (62) Making longer recordings on a side of disc you can use...with the recorded images depends on a computer. A DVD+RW that is required to malfunction. Selecting the right disc Enjoying Your Camcorder You can do with your camcorder. What you selected. ( ) indicates the reference page. a disc *1 There are 2 recording formats, VIDEO mode and VR...
...Disc symbols a - - HD (high definition) image quality Disc type Disc symbols DVDRW DVD+ RW DVD-R DVD+R DL Deleting or editing images on your camcorder a (48, 50) Finalizing required to use it again a a a - - (62) Making longer recordings on a side of disc you can use...with the recorded images depends on a computer. A DVD+RW that is required to malfunction. Selecting the right disc Enjoying Your Camcorder You can do with your camcorder. What you selected. ( ) indicates the reference page. a disc *1 There are 2 recording formats, VIDEO mode and VR...
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... (LP) (long play) 60 (44) 110 (80) b Notes • The aspect ratio of images recorded with HD (high definition) image quality is 16:9 (wide). Your camcorder uses the VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format to automatically adjust image quality to suit the recording scene. M stands for Mbps. • If you use a double...
... (LP) (long play) 60 (44) 110 (80) b Notes • The aspect ratio of images recorded with HD (high definition) image quality is 16:9 (wide). Your camcorder uses the VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format to automatically adjust image quality to suit the recording scene. M stands for Mbps. • If you use a double...
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...Page FINALIZE* 56 DISC SELECT GUIDE 61 FORMAT* 62 FORMAT* 63 UNFINALIZE 64 DISC INFO 56 (SETTINGS) category To customize your camcorder (HELP) Displays a description of menus " HOME MENU" - Taking advantage of two types of the item (p. 18). the starting point for ...operations with your camcorder (p. 65)*. * You can use during Easy Handycam operation (p. 30). Continued , 17 On the items in the (SETTINGS) category you can set these items during Easy Handycam operation, see page 80. Enjoying Your...
...Page FINALIZE* 56 DISC SELECT GUIDE 61 FORMAT* 62 FORMAT* 63 UNFINALIZE 64 DISC INFO 56 (SETTINGS) category To customize your camcorder (HELP) Displays a description of menus " HOME MENU" - Taking advantage of two types of the item (p. 18). the starting point for ...operations with your camcorder (p. 65)*. * You can use during Easy Handycam operation (p. 30). Continued , 17 On the items in the (SETTINGS) category you can set these items during Easy Handycam operation, see page 80. Enjoying Your...
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B When you want to turn off the HOME MENU Touch . Example: [EDIT] 2 Press (HOME) A or B. (HOME) B (HOME) A 3 Touch the desired category. HELP 1 Press (HOME). To turn on your camcorder. 4 Touch the desired item. Example: (OTHERS) category 5 Perform the operation, following the instructions on the HOME MENU - The bottom of each item on the screen. Using the HOME MENU 1 Slide the POWER switch to know something about the function of the (HELP) button turns orange. 18 The HOME MENU appears. 2 Touch (HELP).
B When you want to turn off the HOME MENU Touch . Example: [EDIT] 2 Press (HOME) A or B. (HOME) B (HOME) A 3 Touch the desired category. HELP 1 Press (HOME). To turn on your camcorder. 4 Touch the desired item. Example: (OTHERS) category 5 Perform the operation, following the instructions on the HOME MENU - The bottom of each item on the screen. Using the HOME MENU 1 Slide the POWER switch to know something about the function of the (HELP) button turns orange. 18 The HOME MENU appears. 2 Touch (HELP).
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When you want to make various settings. Enjoying Your Camcorder 3 Touch the item you touch an item, its explanation appears on the screen during shooting or playback displays the functions available at that moment. To deactivate the HELP Touch (HELP) again in step 2. You will find it easy to know the content. Using the OPTION MENU Just a touch on the screen. See page 79 for further details. (OPTION) 19 To apply the option, touch [YES], otherwise, touch [NO].
When you want to make various settings. Enjoying Your Camcorder 3 Touch the item you touch an item, its explanation appears on the screen during shooting or playback displays the functions available at that moment. To deactivate the HELP Touch (HELP) again in step 2. You will find it easy to know the content. Using the OPTION MENU Just a touch on the screen. See page 79 for further details. (OPTION) 19 To apply the option, touch [YES], otherwise, touch [NO].
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... number in the parentheses indicates the number of that you have the following items supplied with your camcorder. AC Adaptor (1) (p. 21) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH60 (HDR-UX5), NP-FH70 (HDR-UX7) (1) (p. 21) Power cord (1) (p. 21) CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software" (1) (p. 86) Operating Guide (This manual) (1) Component video cable (1) (p. 44) A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 44, 53) USB...
... number in the parentheses indicates the number of that you have the following items supplied with your camcorder. AC Adaptor (1) (p. 21) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH60 (HDR-UX5), NP-FH70 (HDR-UX7) (1) (p. 21) Power cord (1) (p. 21) CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software" (1) (p. 86) Operating Guide (This manual) (1) Component video cable (1) (p. 44) A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 44, 53) USB...
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.... The CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery is fully charged. 5 Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack holding both the camcorder and the DC plug. 21 Step 2: Charging the battery pack POWER switch Getting Started Battery DC IN jack DC plug Jack cover AC Adaptor CHG... the AC Adaptor and the wall outlet. Open the jack cover, and connect the DC plug of "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack with the v mark on your camcorder. b Notes • You can charge the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series) (p. 108) after attaching it clicks. 3 Connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack ...
.... The CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery is fully charged. 5 Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack holding both the camcorder and the DC plug. 21 Step 2: Charging the battery pack POWER switch Getting Started Battery DC IN jack DC plug Jack cover AC Adaptor CHG... the AC Adaptor and the wall outlet. Open the jack cover, and connect the DC plug of "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack with the v mark on your camcorder. b Notes • You can charge the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series) (p. 108) after attaching it clicks. 3 Connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack ...
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... under the following conditions: - On the battery pack • Before changing the battery pack, slide the POWER switch to the DC IN jack of your camcorder, even when the power cord is connected to OFF (CHG) and turn off . Bottom: When recording with recording mode [SP] under the following conditions: ... Battery Info only). • The power will not be supplied from the battery as long as the AC Adaptor is disconnected from the wall outlet. HDR-UX5 Battery pack LCD panel opened* LCD panel closed Image quality** HD SD HD SD NP-FH50 90 105 100 120 NP-FH60 (supplied) 125 140...
... under the following conditions: - On the battery pack • Before changing the battery pack, slide the POWER switch to the DC IN jack of your camcorder, even when the power cord is connected to OFF (CHG) and turn off . Bottom: When recording with recording mode [SP] under the following conditions: ... Battery Info only). • The power will not be supplied from the battery as long as the AC Adaptor is disconnected from the wall outlet. HDR-UX5 Battery pack LCD panel opened* LCD panel closed Image quality** HD SD HD SD NP-FH50 90 105 100 120 NP-FH60 (supplied) 125 140...
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... to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F) is recommended). • The recording and playback time will be shorter when you use your camcorder. POWER switch 1 While pressing the green button in the center, slide the POWER switch repeatedly in low temperatures. • The recording and playback time will... SET] screen appears. 2 Select the desired geographical area with v/V, then touch [NEXT]. 24 This may cause a malfunction. • Even if your camcorder or change the POWER switch position. Touch the buttons on and setting the date and time Set the date and time when using the AC...
... to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F) is recommended). • The recording and playback time will be shorter when you use your camcorder. POWER switch 1 While pressing the green button in the center, slide the POWER switch repeatedly in low temperatures. • The recording and playback time will... SET] screen appears. 2 Select the desired geographical area with v/V, then touch [NEXT]. 24 This may cause a malfunction. • Even if your camcorder or change the POWER switch position. Touch the buttons on and setting the date and time Set the date and time when using the AC...
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... displays to show messages in rechargeable battery and then set the date and time again (p. 112). • It takes a few seconds for your camcorder to be ready to shoot after the power is displayed for some models. • If the buttons on . To turn off automatically if you ...do not work correctly, adjust the touch panel (CALIBRATION) (p. 111). In that the clock is turned on the touch panel do not use your camcorder for approximately 5 minutes, to 12:00 PM. z Tips • The date and time does not appear during recording, but they are automatically recorded ...
... displays to show messages in rechargeable battery and then set the date and time again (p. 112). • It takes a few seconds for your camcorder to be ready to shoot after the power is displayed for some models. • If the buttons on . To turn off automatically if you ...do not work correctly, adjust the touch panel (CALIBRATION) (p. 111). In that the clock is turned on the touch panel do not use your camcorder for approximately 5 minutes, to 12:00 PM. z Tips • The date and time does not appear during recording, but they are automatically recorded ...
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...To turn off . 26 Viewfinder lens adjustment lever Move it to the best angle to record or play (2). 290 degrees (max.) 190 degrees to the camcorder Viewfinder You can view images using the viewfinder to avoid wearing down the battery, or when the image seen on the HOME MENU (p. 75). b Notes... backlight, press and hold DISP/BATT INFO for a few seconds until the image is poor. This setting is practical when you use your camcorder to suit you want to save battery power. Step 4: Adjusting your camcorder in bright conditions or you LCD panel Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the...
...To turn off . 26 Viewfinder lens adjustment lever Move it to the best angle to record or play (2). 290 degrees (max.) 190 degrees to the camcorder Viewfinder You can view images using the viewfinder to avoid wearing down the battery, or when the image seen on the HOME MENU (p. 75). b Notes... backlight, press and hold DISP/BATT INFO for a few seconds until the image is poor. This setting is practical when you use your camcorder to suit you want to save battery power. Step 4: Adjusting your camcorder in bright conditions or you LCD panel Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the...