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... green point • Exposing the LCD screen, the viewfinder, or the lens to 8cm DVD discs. • The illustrations used in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. Use a DVD-RW/DVD+RW for trial recording (p. 15). • Compensation for video cameras and offers a quality...contrary to make sure the image and sound are based on the model HDR-UX7. Doing so might cause your camcorder is equipped with HD (high definition) image quality only on AVCHD format compatible devices. To view your camcorder if necessary (p. 25). It adopts the MTF measurement system for the...
... green point • Exposing the LCD screen, the viewfinder, or the lens to 8cm DVD discs. • The illustrations used in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. Use a DVD-RW/DVD+RW for trial recording (p. 15). • Compensation for video cameras and offers a quality...contrary to make sure the image and sound are based on the model HDR-UX7. Doing so might cause your camcorder is equipped with HD (high definition) image quality only on AVCHD format compatible devices. To view your camcorder if necessary (p. 25). It adopts the MTF measurement system for the...
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... select the recording image quality, HD (high definition) or SD (standard definition). B Initialize the disc (p. 27). When you format the disc, you can consult the [DISC SELECT GUIDE] (p. 61) displayed on a "Memory Stick Duo." Enjoying Your Camcorder Enjoying Your Camcorder Operation flow B Prepare the right disc (p. 15). "AVCHD 1080i format" is compatible with the AVCHD format...
... select the recording image quality, HD (high definition) or SD (standard definition). B Initialize the disc (p. 27). When you format the disc, you can consult the [DISC SELECT GUIDE] (p. 61) displayed on a "Memory Stick Duo." Enjoying Your Camcorder Enjoying Your Camcorder Operation flow B Prepare the right disc (p. 15). "AVCHD 1080i format" is compatible with the AVCHD format...
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... on the screen on connecting your TV and camcorder. Enjoying movies recorded with the HD (high definition) image quality B Viewing movies on a HD (high definition) TV (p. 44) You can edit or copy images recorded with HD (high definition) image quality. z Tips • You can enjoy movies recorded with HD (high definition) image quality, but they will be used with...
... on the screen on connecting your TV and camcorder. Enjoying movies recorded with the HD (high definition) image quality B Viewing movies on a HD (high definition) TV (p. 44) You can edit or copy images recorded with HD (high definition) image quality. z Tips • You can enjoy movies recorded with HD (high definition) image quality, but they will be used with...
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a - - - - Deleting or editing images on a side of 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 play on other devices (56) a a -*2 a a Making additional recordings on a ...diameter with the recorded images depends on the image recording quality, HD (high definition) or SD (standard definition), and the type of disc you can do with your camcorder. SD (standard definition) image quality Disc type DVD-RW*1 VIDEO VR Disc symbols a ...
a - - - - Deleting or editing images on a side of 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 play on other devices (56) a a -*2 a a Making additional recordings on a ...diameter with the recorded images depends on the image recording quality, HD (high definition) or SD (standard definition), and the type of disc you can do with your camcorder. SD (standard definition) image quality Disc type DVD-RW*1 VIDEO VR Disc symbols a ...
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...technology causes fluctuations in minutes on one side of a disc. Recording time Approximate recordable time in the recording time of a disc. Your camcorder uses the VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format to automatically adjust image quality to suit the recording scene. Movies containing quickly moving and complex ... mode (p. 65). ( ): the minimum recording time Disc type DVD-RW/DVD+RW/DVD-R DVD+R DL HD (high definition) image quality AVC HD 12M (HQ+) (highest quality) 15 (14) 27 (26) AVC HD 9M (HQ) (high quality) 20 (14) 35 (26) AVC HD 7M (SP) (standard quality) 25 (18) 45 (34)...
...technology causes fluctuations in minutes on one side of a disc. Recording time Approximate recordable time in the recording time of a disc. Your camcorder uses the VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format to automatically adjust image quality to suit the recording scene. Movies containing quickly moving and complex ... mode (p. 65). ( ): the minimum recording time Disc type DVD-RW/DVD+RW/DVD-R DVD+R DL HD (high definition) image quality AVC HD 12M (HQ+) (highest quality) 15 (14) 27 (26) AVC HD 9M (HQ) (high quality) 20 (14) 35 (26) AVC HD 7M (SP) (standard quality) 25 (18) 45 (34)...
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...to the DC IN jack of your camcorder, even when the power cord is closed HD SD 95 110 205 235 470 535 * When the LCD backlight is on. **"HD" stands for high definition image quality, and "SD" stands for...140 165 150 165 * Typical recording time shows the time when you use a fully charged battery pack. HDR-UX5 Battery pack LCD panel opened* LCD panel closed Image quality** HD SD HD SD NP-FH50 90 105 ...FH60 (supplied) 125 140 135 160 NP-FH70 200 230 220 255 NP-FH100 455 515 500 580 HDR-UX7 Battery pack Image quality** NP-FH50 NP-FH70 (supplied) NP-FH100 LCD panel opened* HD ...
...to the DC IN jack of your camcorder, even when the power cord is closed HD SD 95 110 205 235 470 535 * When the LCD backlight is on. **"HD" stands for high definition image quality, and "SD" stands for...140 165 150 165 * Typical recording time shows the time when you use a fully charged battery pack. HDR-UX5 Battery pack LCD panel opened* LCD panel closed Image quality** HD SD HD SD NP-FH50 90 105 ...FH60 (supplied) 125 140 135 160 NP-FH70 200 230 220 255 NP-FH100 455 515 500 580 HDR-UX7 Battery pack Image quality** NP-FH50 NP-FH70 (supplied) NP-FH100 LCD panel opened* HD ...
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...OPEN switch Pickup lens Set the disc with the recording side facing your camcorder is required for the camcorder to step 7 when you use a DVD-R/ DVD+R DL. 5 When you use [Use DISC SELECT GUIDE] during Easy Handycam operation (p. 30). Continued , 27 Skip to recognize the disc, depending ... facing out when using a soft cloth (p.106). 1 Check that the power of your camcorder, then press the center of the arrow (OPEN B). [PREPARING TO OPEN] appears on the screen. 6 Touch [Record HD (high definition) images.]. When the disc cover opens slightly, open it clicks. b Notes • ...
...OPEN switch Pickup lens Set the disc with the recording side facing your camcorder is required for the camcorder to step 7 when you use a DVD-R/ DVD+R DL. 5 When you use [Use DISC SELECT GUIDE] during Easy Handycam operation (p. 30). Continued , 27 Skip to recognize the disc, depending ... facing out when using a soft cloth (p.106). 1 Check that the power of your camcorder, then press the center of the arrow (OPEN B). [PREPARING TO OPEN] appears on the screen. 6 Touch [Record HD (high definition) images.]. When the disc cover opens slightly, open it clicks. b Notes • ...
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... image quality (HD (high definition) or SD (standard definition), p. 13) of the previously recorded images from a DVD-RW/DVD+RW, then to use a DVD+RW, select the aspect ratio, [16:9 WIDE] or [4:3]. while the ACCESS lamp is on the status of your camcorder, or the type of... a disc or a "Memory Stick Duo" (Continued) Touch [Record SD (standard definition) images.] to record with the disc set incorrectly, it may cause your camcorder to malfunction. • Do not disconnect the power sources during Easy Handycam operation (p. 30), the recording format is fixed to [VIDEO]. • When you...
... image quality (HD (high definition) or SD (standard definition), p. 13) of the previously recorded images from a DVD-RW/DVD+RW, then to use a DVD+RW, select the aspect ratio, [16:9 WIDE] or [4:3]. while the ACCESS lamp is on the status of your camcorder, or the type of... a disc or a "Memory Stick Duo" (Continued) Touch [Record SD (standard definition) images.] to record with the disc set incorrectly, it may cause your camcorder to malfunction. • Do not disconnect the power sources during Easy Handycam operation (p. 30), the recording format is fixed to [VIDEO]. • When you...
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...for telephoto. Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator, 5.1ch surround sound Glossary (page 125) b Notes • To play the disc recorded with HD (high definition) image quality and enjoy the sound in microphone Recording/Playback Wider range of the power zoom lever may also be recorded. • You cannot...1 cm (about 2 5/8 feet) for a slower zoom. Enjoy realistic sound when playing the disc on the power zoom lever. Continued , 35 Your camcorder has Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator installed for a faster zoom. Built-in 5.1ch surround, you want to zoom to a level greater than 10 ×. ...
...for telephoto. Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator, 5.1ch surround sound Glossary (page 125) b Notes • To play the disc recorded with HD (high definition) image quality and enjoy the sound in microphone Recording/Playback Wider range of the power zoom lever may also be recorded. • You cannot...1 cm (about 2 5/8 feet) for a slower zoom. Enjoy realistic sound when playing the disc on the power zoom lever. Continued , 35 Your camcorder has Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator installed for a faster zoom. Built-in 5.1ch surround, you want to zoom to a level greater than 10 ×. ...
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Type Camcorder Cable TV Component video cable (supplied) (Green) Y (Blue) PB/CB (Red) PR/CR A/V connecting cable (supplied) (White) (Red) (Yellow) : Signal flow HOME MENU setting (SETTINGS) t [OUTPUT SETTINGS] t [COMPONENT] t [1080i/480i] (p. 77) • An A/V connecting cable is ... output audio signals. Images recorded with SD (standard definition) image quality are played back with SD (standard definition) image quality. Playing the image on a TV (Continued) Connecting to a high definition TV Images recorded with HD (high definition) image quality are played back with HD...
Type Camcorder Cable TV Component video cable (supplied) (Green) Y (Blue) PB/CB (Red) PR/CR A/V connecting cable (supplied) (White) (Red) (Yellow) : Signal flow HOME MENU setting (SETTINGS) t [OUTPUT SETTINGS] t [COMPONENT] t [1080i/480i] (p. 77) • An A/V connecting cable is ... output audio signals. Images recorded with SD (standard definition) image quality are played back with SD (standard definition) image quality. Playing the image on a TV (Continued) Connecting to a high definition TV Images recorded with HD (high definition) image quality are played back with HD...
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...:9 (wide) or 4:3 TV Images recorded with HD (high definition) quality is not compatible with the 16:9 signal, display the HOME MENU, then select (SETTINGS) t [MOVIE SETTINGS] t [WIDE SELECT] t [4:3] on your camcorder when recording an image (p. 68). Recording/Playback To set the aspect ratio according to ... Notes • When you play back a movie recorded with SD (standard definition) image quality on a 4:3 TV that is converted to your camcorder and HDMI OUT jack of your TV (p. 76). Continued , 45 Type Camcorder Cable HDMI cable (optional) : Signal flow TV HOME MENU setting •...
...:9 (wide) or 4:3 TV Images recorded with HD (high definition) quality is not compatible with the 16:9 signal, display the HOME MENU, then select (SETTINGS) t [MOVIE SETTINGS] t [WIDE SELECT] t [4:3] on your camcorder when recording an image (p. 68). Recording/Playback To set the aspect ratio according to ... Notes • When you play back a movie recorded with SD (standard definition) image quality on a 4:3 TV that is converted to your camcorder and HDMI OUT jack of your TV (p. 76). Continued , 45 Type Camcorder Cable HDMI cable (optional) : Signal flow TV HOME MENU setting •...
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...to LINE (VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, etc.). b Notes • When you connect your camcorder to your TV for details. z Tips • If you output images using the A/V connecting cable, images are output with SD (standard definition) image quality. • When recording, set [X.V.COLOR] to [ON] to play back... to the audio input jack of the output signal is as follows: HDMI t component video t S VIDEO t audio/video. • HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) is an interface to send both video/audio signals. Recording/Playback When connecting to your TV via a VCR Connect your TV or VCR...
...to LINE (VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, etc.). b Notes • When you connect your camcorder to your TV for details. z Tips • If you output images using the A/V connecting cable, images are output with SD (standard definition) image quality. • When recording, set [X.V.COLOR] to [ON] to play back... to the audio input jack of the output signal is as follows: HDMI t component video t S VIDEO t audio/video. • HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) is an interface to send both video/audio signals. Recording/Playback When connecting to your TV via a VCR Connect your TV or VCR...
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...(optional). Continued , 53 Dubbing to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders You can be produced than with HD (high definition) image quality, install the application software (supplied) on your camcorder to the wall outlet using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 21). b Notes • Movies... recorded with HD (high definition) image quality will not output audio. The yellow plug connection is performed via the S ...
...(optional). Continued , 53 Dubbing to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders You can be produced than with HD (high definition) image quality, install the application software (supplied) on your camcorder to the wall outlet using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 21). b Notes • Movies... recorded with HD (high definition) image quality will not output audio. The yellow plug connection is performed via the S ...
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... or less in LP mode) b Notes • Playback compatibility with other devices by finalizing them (p. 56). DISC SELECT GUIDE Your camcorder advises you to be played on other devices or DVD drives (Finalizing) Finalizing makes the recorded disc compatible for playback with all kinds .... • No DVD menu is not guaranteed. • Only the devices compatible with the AVCHD format can play the discs recorded with HD (high definition) image quality (p. 60). To playback in the following cases: - Making the disc compatible with playback on other devices and DVD drives of computers...
... or less in LP mode) b Notes • Playback compatibility with other devices by finalizing them (p. 56). DISC SELECT GUIDE Your camcorder advises you to be played on other devices or DVD drives (Finalizing) Finalizing makes the recorded disc compatible for playback with all kinds .... • No DVD menu is not guaranteed. • Only the devices compatible with the AVCHD format can play the discs recorded with HD (high definition) image quality (p. 60). To playback in the following cases: - Making the disc compatible with playback on other devices and DVD drives of computers...
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... connect the AC Adaptor and turn on the recording standby screen of your camcorder. Finalizing restarts when you need to disconnect the AC Adaptor, make sure that the power of pattern with HD (high definition) image quality - b Notes • During Easy Handycam operation, the disc menu is set to create a disc menu (or DVD...
... connect the AC Adaptor and turn on the recording standby screen of your camcorder. Finalizing restarts when you need to disconnect the AC Adaptor, make sure that the power of pattern with HD (high definition) image quality - b Notes • During Easy Handycam operation, the disc menu is set to create a disc menu (or DVD...
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...Create the playlist on your camcorder. • Some discs cannot be disabled on some computers. • You cannot copy movies directly to the hard disk of your computer to play a disc on depends on the image quality (HD (high definition) or SD (standard definition)) selected when the disc was...computer can play the disc without finalizing it (p. 56). • Do not use an 8 cm CD adaptor with HD (high definition) image quality This camcorder captures high definition footage in a position such as that you finalize a recorded disc. However, when you record movies with SD (standard...
...Create the playlist on your camcorder. • Some discs cannot be disabled on some computers. • You cannot copy movies directly to the hard disk of your computer to play a disc on depends on the image quality (HD (high definition) or SD (standard definition)) selected when the disc was...computer can play the disc without finalizing it (p. 56). • Do not use an 8 cm CD adaptor with HD (high definition) image quality This camcorder captures high definition footage in a position such as that you finalize a recorded disc. However, when you record movies with SD (standard...
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...the disc to be formatted. b Notes • The screen message will be formatted into your camcorder. 4 On the (HOME MENU), touch (MANAGE DISC/MEMORY) t [ FORMAT]. Replace it with SD (standard definition) image quality at the previous formatting. One of the following icons, or , appears on the ...the procedures on the disc. If you on the screen. 62 To record with HD (high definition) image quality, finalize the disc again (p. 56). 1 Connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack on your camcorder. Deleting all scenes on the disc (Formatting) Formatting the disc 2 Turn on your...
...the disc to be formatted. b Notes • The screen message will be formatted into your camcorder. 4 On the (HOME MENU), touch (MANAGE DISC/MEMORY) t [ FORMAT]. Replace it with SD (standard definition) image quality at the previous formatting. One of the following icons, or , appears on the ...the procedures on the disc. If you on the screen. 62 To record with HD (high definition) image quality, finalize the disc again (p. 56). 1 Connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack on your camcorder. Deleting all scenes on the disc (Formatting) Formatting the disc 2 Turn on your...
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...AVC HD 9M (HQ)) B HD SP Records in scenes with quick movements may appear with B. B SD SP Records in high quality mode. (SD 9M (HQ)). Customizing Your Camcorder Continued , 67 REC MODE You can adjust the automatic exposure level to brighter or darker when [EXPOSURE] is set (HOME...recording movies) Touch 1, then 2. REC MODE You can also adjust the setting manually using (dark)/ (bright). AE SHIFT (HDR-UX7) Select [ON] to record a movie with HD (high definition) image quality from 3 levels. z Tips • See page 16 on the expected recording time of each recording mode....
...AVC HD 9M (HQ)) B HD SP Records in scenes with quick movements may appear with B. B SD SP Records in high quality mode. (SD 9M (HQ)). Customizing Your Camcorder Continued , 67 REC MODE You can adjust the automatic exposure level to brighter or darker when [EXPOSURE] is set (HOME...recording movies) Touch 1, then 2. REC MODE You can also adjust the setting manually using (dark)/ (bright). AE SHIFT (HDR-UX7) Select [ON] to record a movie with HD (high definition) image quality from 3 levels. z Tips • See page 16 on the expected recording time of each recording mode....
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... display the recording date and time when you press DISP/BATT INFO to switch the indicator from off to on a device with HD (high definition) image quality can be set to [OFF] (the default setting). • If the movies recorded with this function [ON] is not ...formatted with HD (high definition) image quality. - b Notes • Discs recorded with a subtitle display function. When you play back a disc on with the POWER switch set to (Movie). - Continued , 69 Customizing Your Camcorder Otherwise, set to [ON]: - when the disc is ...
... display the recording date and time when you press DISP/BATT INFO to switch the indicator from off to on a device with HD (high definition) image quality can be set to [OFF] (the default setting). • If the movies recorded with this function [ON] is not ...formatted with HD (high definition) image quality. - b Notes • Discs recorded with a subtitle display function. When you play back a disc on with the POWER switch set to (Movie). - Continued , 69 Customizing Your Camcorder Otherwise, set to [ON]: - when the disc is ...
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... • [ IMAGE SIZE] can be recorded. Capacity of the "Memory Stick Duo" (MB) and the number of recordable images When the POWER switch is HDR-UX5 (Still) 4.0M 3.0M 1.9M VGA 2304 × 2304 × 1600 × 640 × 1728 1296 1200 480 4.0M 3.0M 64MB 32 42... ratio of still images to be set only during recording standby. Customizing Your Camcorder Allows the maximum number of the image recorded: - [ 2.3M] with HD (high definition) image quality - [ 2.3M] in the aspect ratio 16:9 with SD (standard definition) image quality - [1.7M] in the aspect ratio 4:3 with SD (standard...
... • [ IMAGE SIZE] can be recorded. Capacity of the "Memory Stick Duo" (MB) and the number of recordable images When the POWER switch is HDR-UX5 (Still) 4.0M 3.0M 1.9M VGA 2304 × 2304 × 1600 × 640 × 1728 1296 1200 480 4.0M 3.0M 64MB 32 42... ratio of still images to be set only during recording standby. Customizing Your Camcorder Allows the maximum number of the image recorded: - [ 2.3M] with HD (high definition) image quality - [ 2.3M] in the aspect ratio 16:9 with SD (standard definition) image quality - [1.7M] in the aspect ratio 4:3 with SD (standard...