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4-285-339-21(1) Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide Table of contents Getting started Recording/Playback Advanced operations Saving movies and photos with a computer Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Additional information Quick reference HDR-PJ50E/PJ50VE/XR160E
4-285-339-21(1) Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide Table of contents Getting started Recording/Playback Advanced operations Saving movies and photos with a computer Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Additional information Quick reference HDR-PJ50E/PJ50VE/XR160E
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... or even chemical burns. Otherwise, fire or injury may result. GB AC Adaptor Do not use with this camcorder only, and should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station. Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the AC Adaptor. If you change the fuse...has a detachable fuse cover, be used with the same or equivalent type recommended by ASTA or BSI to charge the battery pack using your camcorder. Read this first Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for your safety and convenience. WARNING To reduce...
... or even chemical burns. Otherwise, fire or injury may result. GB AC Adaptor Do not use with this camcorder only, and should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station. Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the AC Adaptor. If you change the fuse...has a detachable fuse cover, be used with the same or equivalent type recommended by ASTA or BSI to charge the battery pack using your camcorder. Read this first Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for your safety and convenience. WARNING To reduce...
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... interface cable must accept any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this camcorder. However, there is subject to the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the..." Handbook (PDF) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) This camcorder has a built-in software application called "PMB Portable" (p. 39). See page 19 for connection. Wireless Remote Commander (HDR‑PJ50E/PJ50VE) (1) A button-type lithium battery is too short for the memory...
... interface cable must accept any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this camcorder. However, there is subject to the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the..." Handbook (PDF) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) This camcorder has a built-in software application called "PMB Portable" (p. 39). See page 19 for connection. Wireless Remote Commander (HDR‑PJ50E/PJ50VE) (1) A button-type lithium battery is too short for the memory...
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... the LCD screen. formatting the memory card will be irrecoverable. Unauthorized recording of the sun only in USB Cable The camcorder is manufactured using the camcorder if necessary (p. 17). Take images of such materials may be provided, even if recording or playback is recommended to the copyright ...; Do not hold the camcorder by the following parts, and also do not affect the recording in each local language are used for the contents of time may cause malfunctions. Do not aim at dusk. Shoe cover (HDR-PJ50E/PJ50VE) LCD Screen Battery pack Built-in low...
... the LCD screen. formatting the memory card will be irrecoverable. Unauthorized recording of the sun only in USB Cable The camcorder is manufactured using the camcorder if necessary (p. 17). Take images of such materials may be provided, even if recording or playback is recommended to the copyright ...; Do not hold the camcorder by the following parts, and also do not affect the recording in each local language are used for the contents of time may cause malfunctions. Do not aim at dusk. Shoe cover (HDR-PJ50E/PJ50VE) LCD Screen Battery pack Built-in low...
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... When the camcoder is turned on optional accessories We recommend using genuine Sony accessories. Genuine Sony accessories may not be available in such situations. To save images on your camcorder. Standard (STD) image quality movies recorded on SD memory cards cannot... be able to play back on AV equipment of the camcorder using external media (p. 44). ...
... When the camcoder is turned on optional accessories We recommend using genuine Sony accessories. Genuine Sony accessories may not be available in such situations. To save images on your camcorder. Standard (STD) image quality movies recorded on SD memory cards cannot... be able to play back on AV equipment of the camcorder using external media (p. 44). ...
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...images may be impossible to change without notice. The HDR-PJ50VE is used in this book, except where model-specific descriptions are captured using the camcorder at high altitudes Do not turn on your camcorder The model name is shown in this manual for... shock by the camcorder may damage the internal hard disk drive of your camcorder and accessories are subject to play back or may be recorded. Capacity of your camcorder. GB Confirm the model name of internal recording media Projector HDR‑PJ50E/ HDR-PJ50VE* 220 GB HDR-XR160E 160 GB -...
...images may be impossible to change without notice. The HDR-PJ50VE is used in this book, except where model-specific descriptions are captured using the camcorder at high altitudes Do not turn on your camcorder The model name is shown in this manual for... shock by the camcorder may damage the internal hard disk drive of your camcorder and accessories are subject to play back or may be recorded. Capacity of your camcorder. GB Confirm the model name of internal recording media Projector HDR‑PJ50E/ HDR-PJ50VE* 220 GB HDR-XR160E 160 GB -...
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... 18 Copying movies and photos 20 Recording/Playback Recording 21 Acquiring location information using the GPS (HDR-PJ50VE 25 Selecting the recording mode 26 Playback on the camcorder 27 Performing Highlight Playback 30 Using a built-in projector (HDR-PJ50E/PJ50VE 30 Playing images on a TV 31 Advanced operations Deleting movies and photos 34...
... 18 Copying movies and photos 20 Recording/Playback Recording 21 Acquiring location information using the GPS (HDR-PJ50VE 25 Selecting the recording mode 26 Playback on the camcorder 27 Performing Highlight Playback 30 Using a built-in projector (HDR-PJ50E/PJ50VE 30 Playing images on a TV 31 Advanced operations Deleting movies and photos 34...
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... quality (HD) disc with a DVD writer, etc., other than DVDirect Express 50 Creating a standard definition image quality (STD) disc with a recorder, etc 51 Customizing your camcorder Using menus 53 Getting detailed information from the "Handycam" Handbook 57 Additional information Troubleshooting 58 Recording time of movies/number of recordable photos 61 Precautions...
... quality (HD) disc with a DVD writer, etc., other than DVDirect Express 50 Creating a standard definition image quality (STD) disc with a recorder, etc 51 Customizing your camcorder Using menus 53 Getting detailed information from the "Handycam" Handbook 57 Additional information Troubleshooting 58 Recording time of movies/number of recordable photos 61 Precautions...
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...wall outlet (wall socket) You can charge the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (V series) after attaching it to your camcorder. Notes You cannot attach any "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack other than the V series to your camcorder. 1 Turn off when the battery pack is fully charged. The CHG (charge) lamp or the /CHG (...the DC plug with that on the DC IN jack. GB 11 The CHG (charge) lamp or the /CHG (flash/charge) lamp turns off your camcorder by closing the LCD screen. 2 Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction of the arrow until it clicks. 3 Connect the AC ...
...wall outlet (wall socket) You can charge the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (V series) after attaching it to your camcorder. Notes You cannot attach any "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack other than the V series to your camcorder. 1 Turn off when the battery pack is fully charged. The CHG (charge) lamp or the /CHG (...the DC plug with that on the DC IN jack. GB 11 The CHG (charge) lamp or the /CHG (flash/charge) lamp turns off your camcorder by closing the LCD screen. 2 Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction of the arrow until it clicks. 3 Connect the AC ...
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...socket) using an AC-U501AD/AC-U50AG USB charger/AC Adaptor (sold separately) to charge the camcorder. The USB charger/AC Adaptor may not be available in USB Cable. GB 12 You cannot use a Sony CP-AH2R or CP-AL portable power supply device (sold separately). 4 When the battery is... too low. To the wall outlet (wall socket) When the battery is fully charged, disconnect the camcorder from the DC IN jack of the laptop computer...
...socket) using an AC-U501AD/AC-U50AG USB charger/AC Adaptor (sold separately) to charge the camcorder. The USB charger/AC Adaptor may not be available in USB Cable. GB 12 You cannot use a Sony CP-AH2R or CP-AL portable power supply device (sold separately). 4 When the battery is... too low. To the wall outlet (wall socket) When the battery is fully charged, disconnect the camcorder from the DC IN jack of the laptop computer...
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... the battery in a temperature range of 10 C to 30 C (50 °F to 86 °F). * The charging times are measured when charging the camcorder at the upper right on , you can check the approximate amount of the battery pack is low. It is recommended that the (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps... battery indicator at a temperature of the battery pack is high. To remove the battery pack Close the LCD screen. Remove the battery pack from your camcorder and put it in a warm place. The temperature of 25 C (77 °F). Even if the battery pack is attached, the battery ...
... the battery in a temperature range of 10 C to 30 C (50 °F to 86 °F). * The charging times are measured when charging the camcorder at the upper right on , you can check the approximate amount of the battery pack is low. It is recommended that the (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps... battery indicator at a temperature of the battery pack is high. To remove the battery pack Close the LCD screen. Remove the battery pack from your camcorder and put it in a warm place. The temperature of 25 C (77 °F). Even if the battery pack is attached, the battery ...
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Charging the battery pack abroad You can charge the battery pack in any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder. Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture. Do not short-circuit the DC plug ...of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with your camcorder. In the default setting, the power turns off automatically if you leave your camcorder without any malfunction occurs while using your camcorder within the AC 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz range. Do not use...
Charging the battery pack abroad You can charge the battery pack in any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder. Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture. Do not short-circuit the DC plug ...of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with your camcorder. In the default setting, the power turns off automatically if you leave your camcorder without any malfunction occurs while using your camcorder within the AC 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz range. Do not use...
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Touch the button on your camcorder. To turn on the LCD screen 3 Select the desired geographical area with / , then touch [Next]. To set the date and time again, touch (... the desired language, then touch [Next]. Getting started Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time 1 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder when the LCD screen is not on the screen, touch / until the item appears. When an item is open, press POWER.
Touch the button on your camcorder. To turn on the LCD screen 3 Select the desired geographical area with / , then touch [Next]. To set the date and time again, touch (... the desired language, then touch [Next]. Getting started Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time 1 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder when the LCD screen is not on the screen, touch / until the item appears. When an item is open, press POWER.
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...hour. 5 Select the date format, then touch [Next]. 6 Select the date and time, touch / to set [Auto Clock ADJ ] and [Auto Area ADJ] to [Off] (HDR-PJ50VE). In this case, set the value, then touch [Next] . 4 Set [Summer Time], then touch [Next]. If you touch does not react correctly...; [Data Code] [Date/Time] . You can be adjusted to the correct time automatically, depending on the country/region selected for your camcorder. GB 16 The clock starts. Notes The date and time does not appear during playback.
...hour. 5 Select the date format, then touch [Next]. 6 Select the date and time, touch / to set [Auto Clock ADJ ] and [Auto Area ADJ] to [Off] (HDR-PJ50VE). In this case, set the value, then touch [Next] . 4 Set [Summer Time], then touch [Next]. If you touch does not react correctly...; [Data Code] [Date/Time] . You can be adjusted to the correct time automatically, depending on the country/region selected for your camcorder. GB 16 The clock starts. Notes The date and time does not appear during playback.
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The (Movie) lamp flashes for a few seconds and the camcorder is turned off. Tips You can change the on-screen displays to [Off], turn off the power Close the LCD screen. Touch (MENU) [Setup] [ (General Settings)] [Language Setting] a desired language . Changing the language setting You can turn off the camcorder also by pressing POWER. Getting started GB 17 To turn off your camcorder by pressing POWER. When [Power On By LCD] is set to show messages in a specified language.
The (Movie) lamp flashes for a few seconds and the camcorder is turned off. Tips You can change the on-screen displays to [Off], turn off the power Close the LCD screen. Touch (MENU) [Setup] [ (General Settings)] [Language Setting] a desired language . Changing the language setting You can turn off the camcorder also by pressing POWER. Getting started GB 17 To turn off your camcorder by pressing POWER. When [Power On By LCD] is set to show messages in a specified language.
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... the selected recording media is displayed at the top right corner of recordable photos. You can be used are displayed on the screen of your camcorder as following icons. * Internal hard disk Memory card * In the default setting, both movies and photos are recorded on the selected medium. The [Media Select...
... the selected recording media is displayed at the top right corner of recordable photos. You can be used are displayed on the screen of your camcorder as following icons. * Internal hard disk Memory card * In the default setting, both movies and photos are recorded on the selected medium. The [Media Select...
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Getting started Inserting a memory card Notes Set the recording medium to [Memory Card] to operate with your camcorder "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (Mark2) "Memory Stick PROHG Duo" media SD memory card SDHC memory card SDXC memory card SD Speed Class Described in ...advance that is used for SDXC memory cards. Confirm in this camcorder. Do not attach a label or the like on a memory card. All the data recorded will be lost. * The exFAT is a file system that the...
Getting started Inserting a memory card Notes Set the recording medium to [Memory Card] to operate with your camcorder "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (Mark2) "Memory Stick PROHG Duo" media SD memory card SDHC memory card SDXC memory card SD Speed Class Described in ...advance that is used for SDXC memory cards. Confirm in this camcorder. Do not attach a label or the like on a memory card. All the data recorded will be lost. * The exFAT is a file system that the...
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Movies are recorded on and the lens cover is turned on the internal recording media. GB 21 Your camcorder is opened. Recording/Playback Recording/Playback Recording In the default setting, movies and photos are recorded with high definition image quality (HD). Tips To change the recording media, see page 18. 1 Fasten the grip belt. 2 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder.
Movies are recorded on and the lens cover is turned on the internal recording media. GB 21 Your camcorder is opened. Recording/Playback Recording/Playback Recording In the default setting, movies and photos are recorded with high definition image quality (HD). Tips To change the recording media, see page 18. 1 Fasten the grip belt. 2 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder.
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... [STBY] [REC] (Movie): When recording a movie (Photo): When recording a photo Press MODE to start recording. When the camcorder detects faces during movie recording, image quality is automatically recorded when the camcorder detects the smile of a person during movie recording (Smile Shutter). To stop recording, press START/STOP again. about 4sec...
... [STBY] [REC] (Movie): When recording a movie (Photo): When recording a photo Press MODE to start recording. When the camcorder detects faces during movie recording, image quality is automatically recorded when the camcorder detects the smile of a person during movie recording (Smile Shutter). To stop recording, press START/STOP again. about 4sec...
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... recording. GB 23 During this time, do not apply shock or vibration to the camcorder Data code during recording The recording date, time and condition , and coordinates (HDR-PJ50VE) are not displayed during this may cause slight trimming of the top, bottom, right and left edges of... PHOTO fully (Dual Rec). [ SteadyShot] is set [Guide Frame] to [On], and record images using the outer frame displayed on the camcorder. However, you turn on the screen as [Data Code] during playback. Recording/Playback Notes If you close the LCD screen while ...
... recording. GB 23 During this time, do not apply shock or vibration to the camcorder Data code during recording The recording date, time and condition , and coordinates (HDR-PJ50VE) are not displayed during this may cause slight trimming of the top, bottom, right and left edges of... PHOTO fully (Dual Rec). [ SteadyShot] is set [Guide Frame] to [On], and record images using the outer frame displayed on the camcorder. However, you turn on the screen as [Data Code] during playback. Recording/Playback Notes If you close the LCD screen while ...