4-530-437-11(1) Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Getting started Recording/Playback Saving images Operating Guide Customizing your camcorder Others Please also refer to : http://www.sony.
Read this first IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. 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 your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. HDRSerial No. _________________________ Model No. AC- ____________________ Serial No.
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.
Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss. For Customers in the U.S.A. and Canada RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable. You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you. For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-822-8837, or visit http:// www.call2recycle.
Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-PJ540 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 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.
with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. For details, please access the following URL: http://www.compliance.sony.
Learning more about the camcorder (Help Guide) Help Guide is an on-line manual. Refer to it for in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camcorder. 1 Access the Sony support page. http://www.sony.net/ SonyInfo/Support/ Table of Contents Read this first ............................ 2 Learning more about the camcorder (Help Guide) .......7 Getting started .............8 Supplied items .......................... 8 Charging the battery pack ....... 9 Turning the power on ...............
Getting started Supplied items The numbers in ( ) indicate the supplied quantity. • Camcorder (1) • AC Adaptor (1) The shape of the AC Adaptor differs depending on the countries/ regions. • USB connection support cable (1) The USB connection support cable is designed for use with this camcorder only. Use this cable when the Built-in USB Cable of the camcorder is too short for connection.
Charging the battery pack 1 Turn off your camcorder by closing the LCD monitor, and attach the battery pack. Getting started Battery pack 2 Pull out the Built-in USB Cable. the AC Adaptor and the camcorder with the 3 Connect USB connection support cable, and connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket). USB connection support cable Built-in USB Cable AC Adaptor Wall outlet (wall socket) • The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp turns orange.
• Turn off your camcorder before you remove the battery pack. Charging the battery using your computer Turn off your camcorder and connect the camcorder to a running computer using the Built-in USB Cable. To use your camcorder connected to the wall outlet (wall socket) Connect the camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) in the same way as “Charging the battery pack.” • Attach the battery pack to the camcorder.
Turning the power on 1 Open the LCD monitor of your camcorder and turn the power on. Getting started the instructions on the LCD monitor, select 2 Following the language, the geographical area, Daylight Savings or Summer Time, date format, and the date and time. Touch the button on the LCD monitor. • To go to the next page, touch [Next]. • To turn off the power, close the LCD monitor. • To set the date and time again, select Settings] [Date & Time Setting].
Inserting a memory card 1 Open the cover, and insert the memory card until it clicks. microSD memory card Memory Stick Micro™ (M2) media Printed surface Terminal • The [Preparing image database file. Please wait.] screen appears if you insert a new memory card. Wait until the screen disappears. • Insert the memory card straight in the right direction so that the camcorder can recognize it.
Recording/Playback Recording Recording movies 1 Open the LCD monitor, and press START/STOP to start recording. Power zoom lever Recording/Playback • To stop recording, press START/STOP again. • You can record photos during movie recording by pressing PHOTO (Dual Capture). • In the default setting, movies are recorded with HD format and MP4 format simultaneously (Dual Video REC). MP4 format is easy for playing back your movies on a smartphone, for uploading to a network, or for uploading to the Web.
Shooting photos 1 Open the LCD monitor and select [MODE] (Photo). PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus, then press it 2 Press fully. Power zoom lever • When the focus is adjusted properly, AE/AF lock indicator appears on the LCD monitor.
Playback 1 Open the LCD monitor and press the (View Images) button on the camcorder to enter the playback mode. Recording/Playback / to move the desired event to the 2 Select center, and then select the part circled () in the figure.
3 Select the image.
Viewing images at a larger size Connecting the camcorder to a TV 1 Connect the HDMI OUT jack of the camcorder to the HDMI IN jack of a TV using the HDMI cable supplied. Recording/Playback Signal flow • If your TV does not have an HDMI jack, connect the Multi/Micro USB Terminal of the camcorder to the video/audio input jacks of the TV using an AV cable (sold separately). Using the built-in projector (HDR-PJ530E/PJ540/PJ540E/ PJ610E) 1 Press the PROJECTOR button (page 30).
Saving images Using PlayMemories Home™ What you can do with PlayMemories Home PlayMemories Home allows you to import movies and photos to your computer to use them in a variety of ways. Playing back imported images Import images from the camcorder. For Windows, the following functions are also available.
Connecting an external media device External media device Connect an external media device to the Multi/Micro USB Terminal of your camcorder using VMC-UAM2 USB Adaptor Cable (sold separately). Saving images • Movies are copied with high definition image quality (HD). Recorder without a USB jack Connect a recorder to the Multi/Micro USB Terminal of your camcorder using an AV cable (sold separately). • Movies are copied with standard definition image quality.
Using the Wi-Fi function Installing PlayMemories Mobile™ on your smartphone For the latest information and more detailed information on the functions of PlayMemories Mobile, visit the following URL. http://www.sony.net/pmm/ Android OS Install PlayMemories Mobile from Google play. • Android 4.0 or higher is required to use One-Touch functions (NFC). iOS Install PlayMemories Mobile from App Store. GB 20 • One-touch functions (NFC) are not available with iOS.
Transferring MP4 movies and photos to your smartphone One-touch connection with an Android supporting NFC 1 On the smartphone, select [Settings], then, select [More...] to check that [NFC] is enabled. Notes Saving images • Cancel the sleep mode or unlock the screen on the smartphone beforehand. • Make sure that is displayed on the LCD monitor of the camcorder and the smartphone. • Continue touching the camcorder to the smartphone without moving until PlayMemories Mobile starts (1 to 2 seconds).
Input the password displayed on the camcorder (first time only). Using your smartphone as a wireless remote commander You can record with the camcorder using your smartphone as a wireless remote commander. iPhone/iPad Select [Settings] [Wi-Fi] the SSID displayed on the camcorder. Input the password displayed on the camcorder (first time only). Confirm that the SSID displayed on the camcorder is selected. Return to Home, and start up PlayMemories Mobile.
Saving movies and photos to your computer via Wi-Fi Connect your computer to a wireless access point or wireless broadband router in advance. 1 Install the dedicated software in your computer (first time only). If you know the SSID and the password of your wireless access point On your camcorder, select [Setup] [ Connection] [Access point settings]. Select the access point you want to register, enter the password, then select . Windows: PlayMemories Home www.sony.
Customizing your camcorder Using the menus 1 Select . 2 Select a category. a desired menu 3 Select item. Scroll the menu items up or down. • Select to finish setting the menu or to return to the previous menu screen.
Others Precautions • The camcorder is not dustproofed, AC Adaptor • Do not let your camcorder get wet, Do not short-circuit the battery terminal with any metallic objects. This may cause a malfunction. for example, from rain or sea water. If your camcorder gets wet, it may malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired. • Do not aim the camcorder at the sun or strong light. Doing so may cause your camcorder to malfunction. • Do not use the camcorder near strong radio waves or radiation.
Overheat protection Depending on the camcorder and battery temperature, you may be unable to record movies or the power may turn off automatically to protect the camcorder. A message will be displayed on the LCD monitor before the power turns off or you can no longer record movies. In this case, leave the power off and wait until the camcorder and battery temperature goes down.
Input/Output connectors HDMI OUT jack: HDMI micro connector PROJECTOR IN jack (HDR-PJ530E/ PJ540/PJ540E/PJ610E): HDMI micro connector MIC input jack: Stereo minijack (3.5 mm) Headphone jack: Stereo minijack (3.5 mm) USB jack: Type A (Built-in USB) Multi/Micro USB Terminal* * Supports Micro USB compatible devices. USB connection is only for output (HDR-CX610E/PJ530E/PJ540E/ PJ610E). LCD monitor Picture: 7.5 cm (3.0 type, aspect ratio 16:9) Total number of pixels: 460 800 (960 × 480) Others Approx.
General GB 28 Power requirements: DC 6.8 V/7.2 V (battery pack), DC 5 V 1 500 mA (AC Adaptor), DC 8.4 V (DC IN jack) USB Charging: DC 5 V 1 500 mA Average power consumption: During camera recording using LCD monitor at normal brightness: 2.4 W Operating temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) Storage temperature: –20 °C to +60 °C (–4 °F to +140 °F) Dimensions (approx.): HDR-CX540/CX610E: 57.5 mm × 66.5 mm × 121 mm (2 1/4 in. × 2 5/8 in. × 4 7/8 in.) (w/h/d) including the projecting parts 57.
without using the USB Connection support cable. • The recording and playback times are measured when using the camcorder at 25 °C (77 °F). • The recording times are measured when recording movies with the default settings ([ REC Mode]: [Standard ], [Dual Video REC]: [On]). • Typical recording time shows the time when you repeat recording start/stop, switching the [Shooting Mode], and zooming. Trademarks • AVCHD, AVCHD Progressive, AVCHD trademarks of Google Inc.
Parts and controls Figures in ( ) are reference pages. Power zoom lever (13, 14) PHOTO button (14) Multi interface shoe For details on compatible accessories of the Multi interface shoe, visit the Sony web site in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Operations with other manufacture’s accessories are not guaranteed. If you use a shoe adaptor (sold separately), you can also use accessories compatible with an Active Interface Shoe.
Memory card slot (12) HDMI OUT jack PROJECTOR IN jack (17) (HDRPJ530E/PJ540/PJ540E/ PJ610E) To fasten the grip belt Others POWER/CHG (charge) lamp (9) START/STOP button (13) Battery pack (9) DC IN jack Loop for a shoulder belt Grip belt Built-in USB Cable (9) Multi/Micro USB Terminal Supports Micro USB compatible devices. This terminal does not support VMC-AVM1 Adaptor Cable (sold separately). You cannot use accessories via an A/V remote connector.
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