User Guide Search Print Top page Operation Search Before use HDR-MV1 Music Video Recorder User Guide Getting started Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about the camcorder.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Operation Search Operation Search Before use Operation Search Operation Search Getting started Search by operation Recording Back to top Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation 2
User Guide Search Print Top page > Before use Operation Search Before use Before use How to use this User Guide Getting started How to use this User Guide Recording Parts and controls/Screen indicators Playback Playing images on a TV Parts and controls Saving images with a computer Screen indicators Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting About language setting About language setting Operating your camcorder Selecting items on the LCD screen Back to top Maintenance
User Guide Search Print Top page > Getting started Operation Search Before use Getting started Checking the supplied items Getting started Supplied items Recording Power supply Playback Playing images on a TV Attaching the battery pack Saving images with a computer Charging the battery using your computer Using the Wi-Fi function Using the camcorder while supplying it with power Charging the battery using the AC Adaptor (sold separately) Customizing your camcorder Turning the power on, and
User Guide Search Print Top page > Recording Operation Search Before use Recording Recording Getting started Recording Shooting movies Playback Recording sound Playing images on a TV Screen indicators during recording Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Useful functions for recording Intelligent Auto Audio monitoring Customizing your camcorder Back to top Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation 5
User Guide Search Print Top page > Playback Operation Search Before use Playback Playback Getting started Playing movies/audio files Recording Back to top Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation 6
User Guide Search Print Top page > Playing images on a TV Operation Search Before use Playing images on a TV Playing images on a high definition TV Getting started Connecting the camcorder to a high definition TV Recording Playing images on a TV supporting “BRAVIA” Sync Playback Playing images on a TV Using “BRAVIA” Sync Back to top Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Copyright 2013 Sony Corpor
User Guide Search Print Top page > Saving images with a computer Operation Search Before use Saving images with a computer Saving contents with a computer Getting started Recording What you can do using a computer Playback Checking the computer system Playing images on a TV Installing the editing/management software in your computer Saving images with a computer Starting the editing/management software Importing files to your computer without using software Back to top Using the Wi-Fi function
User Guide Search Print Top page > Using the Wi-Fi function Operation Search Before use Using the Wi-Fi function Using the Wi-Fi function Getting started Recording What you can do using the Wi-Fi function Playback Control your camcorder via smartphone Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Using your smartphone or tablet as a remote control without using NFC Using your smartphone or tablet
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder Operation Search Before use Customizing your camcorder Using menu items Getting started Setting up menu items Recording Recording Mode Playback Playing images on a TV Movie Saving images with a computer Audio Camera/Audio Using the Wi-Fi function White Balance Customizing your camcorder Exposure Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Low Lux Scene Selection Fader Auto Back Light Face Detection Audio Format Low
Edit/Copy Send to Smartphone Delete Protect Setup Media Info Format Repair Img. DB F.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Troubleshooting Operation Search Before use Troubleshooting If you have problems Getting started If you have problems Recording Troubleshooting Playback Playing images on a TV Overall operations Saving images with a computer Batteries/power sources Using the Wi-Fi function Memory card Customizing your camcorder Recording Troubleshooting Playback on the TV Maintenance and precautions Connecting to a computer Contents list LCD screen Playback Wi-Fi Se
User Guide Search Print Top page > Maintenance and precautions Operation Search Before use Maintenance and precautions Maintenance and precautions Getting started Recording About the memory card Playback About the battery pack Playing images on a TV About handling of your camcorder Saving images with a computer On use and care Using the Wi-Fi function On charging the pre-installed rechargeable battery Customizing your camcorder Note on disposal/transfer of the memory card Troubleshooting Ma
User Guide Search Print Top page > Contents list Operation Search Contents list Before use Getting started Operation Search Recording Operation Search Playback Search by operation Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Back to top Before use How to use this User Guide How to use this User Guide Parts and controls/Screen indicators Parts and controls Screen indicators About
Back to top Recording Recording Shooting movies Recording sound Screen indicators during recording Useful functions for recording Intelligent Auto Audio monitoring Back to top Playback Playback Playing movies/audio files Back to top Playing images on a TV Playing images on a high definition TV Connecting the camcorder to a high definition TV Playing images on a TV supporting “BRAVIA” Sync Using “BRAVIA” Sync Back to top Saving images with a computer Saving contents with a computer What you can do using
Control your camcorder via smartphone Using your smartphone or tablet as a remote control without using NFC Using your smartphone or tablet as a remote control using NFC Sending movies to the smartphone Transferring movies to your smartphone or tablet without using NFC Transferring movies to your smartphone or tablet using NFC Connecting a smartphone Connecting to your Android smartphone or tablet Connecting to your iPhone or iPad Connecting to your NFC-compatible Android smartphone or tablet Installing the
My Button Grid Line Display Setting Audio Level Display Auto Monitor Off Image Quality/Size REC Mode Playback Function Playback Function Edit/Copy Send to Smartphone Delete Protect Setup Media Info Format Repair Img. DB F.
If you have problems If you have problems Troubleshooting Overall operations Batteries/power sources LCD screen Memory card Recording Playback Playback on the TV Connecting to a computer Wi-Fi Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators Self-diagnosis display Warning Indicators Back to top Maintenance and precautions Maintenance and precautions About the memory card About the battery pack About handling of your camcorder On use and care On moisture condensation On charging the pre-installed rechargeable batt
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User Guide Search Print Top page > Operation Search > Operation Search > Search by operation Operation Search Search by operation Before use Getting started Setting the date and time Recording Date & Time Setting Area Setting Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Identifying part names Parts and controls Recording audio files Recording sound Selecting the suitable
Low Lux Recording faces of people on a stage clearly Scene Selection (Spotlight) Saving battery power Power Save Recording without worrying about the remaining battery power Using the camcorder while supplying it with power Playing images on a TV Connecting the camcorder to a high definition TV Deleting files Delete Back to top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation 21
User Guide Operation Search Before use Search Top page > Before use > How to use this User Guide > How to use this User Guide How to use this User Guide Getting started Recording Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Print Selecting a topic to display Searching a topic by keyword Returning to a previous page Printing out a page Marks and notations used in this User Gui
Changing the font size Change the font size by changing the setting of your web browser. For how to change the font size setting, refer to the Help of your web browser. Searching a topic by keyword Enter the keyword in the search window, then click the [Search] button. Returning to a previous page Use the back button of your web browser or the breadcrumb trail navigation (A) to return to a page you previously viewed.
Printing out a page Click the [Print] button to print out a page you are viewing. Marks and notations used in this User Guide In this User Guide, the sequence of operations is shown by arrows ( Operate the camcorder in the order indicated. 24 ) (A).
Icons in the operating procedure sentences appear when the camcorder is in its default settings. The default setting is indicated by .
User Guide Search Print Top page > Before use > Parts and controls/Screen indicators > Parts and controls Operation Search Parts and controls Before use Getting started Recording Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list START/STOP button POWER button Lens cap Cap string Lens Recording lamp Microphones Speaker Loop for the cap string/the strap Battery cover (N mark) NFC: Ne
LCD screen (Playback) button (headphones) jack CHG (charge) lamp Multi/Micro USB Terminal Supports Micro USB compatible devices. Micro HDMI OUT jack LINE IN jack/ (microphone) jack (PLUG IN POWER) Multi-selector Tripod receptacle Attach a tripod (sold separately: the length of the screw must be less than 5.5 mm (7/32 in.)). Depending on the specifications of the tripod, your camcorder may not attach in the proper direction.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Before use > Parts and controls/Screen indicators > Screen indicators Operation Search Screen indicators Before use Getting started The following indicators appear when you change the settings. Check also for the indicators that appear during recording or playing.
Indicator Meaning 720 Recording image quality (MP4), shooting mode (1080/720) Remaining battery Recording/playback/editing media 0:00:00 Counter (hour:minute:second) 00min Estimated remaining recording time 100/112 Current playing movie or audio file number/Number of total recorded movies or audio files Indicator Meaning Low Lux Exposure Intelligent Auto Mode switching / Data file type/name 101-0005 Audio level meter / Audio input settings (internal microphone/external microphone/other devices
User Guide Search Print Top page > Before use > About language setting > About language setting Operation Search About language setting Before use Getting started Recording Playback Playing images on a TV Change the screen language before using the camcorder if necessary. The onscreen displays in each local language are used for illustrating the operating procedures. [Details] Select [Setup] [ General Settings] [Language Setting] a desired language.
User Guide Operation Search Before use Search Print Top page > Before use > Operating your camcorder > Selecting items on the LCD screen Selecting items on the LCD screen Getting started Recording 1. Move the multi-selector towards Playback 2. Press the center of the multi-selector to enter. / / / to select the desired item.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Getting started > Checking the supplied items > Supplied items Operation Search Supplied items Before use Getting started The numbers in ( ) indicate the supplied quantity.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Getting started > Power supply > Attaching the battery pack Operation Search Attaching the battery pack Before use Getting started 1. Remove the battery cover. Recording Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list A: Battery cover 2. Attach the battery pack in the direction of the arrows. A: Notch 3. Attach the battery cover.
Notes You can use only NP-BX1 (supplied) with your camcorder. In the default setting, the camcorder turns itself off not to consume the battery power when no operations are performed for about 5 minutes ([Power Save]). To prevent staining the terminal, short-circuiting, etc., be sure to use a plastic bag to keep away from metal materials when carrying or storing the battery pack. To remove the battery pack Turn off your camcorder, remove the battery cover, and then remove the battery pack.
User Guide Operation Search Before use Search Print Top page > Getting started > Power supply > Charging the battery using your computer Charging the battery using your computer Getting started Recording 1. Attach the battery pack. [Details] Playback 2. When the camcorder is on, press the POWER button to turn it off. Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list A: POWER button 3.
Charging time Approximately 245 minutes are required to fully charge a fully discharged battery pack. The charging time is measured when charging the camcorder at a room temperature of 25 °C (77 °F). It is recommended that you charge the battery in a temperature range of 10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F).
User Guide Operation Search Before use Search Print Top page > Getting started > Power supply > Charging the battery using the AC Adaptor (sold separately) Charging the battery using the AC Adaptor (sold separately) Getting started Recording Playback 1. Attach the battery pack. [Details] Playing images on a TV 2. When the camcorder is on, press the POWER button to turn it off.
Approximately 155 minutes are required to fully charge a fully discharged battery pack. The charging time is measured when charging the camcorder at a room temperature of 25 °C (77 °F). It is recommended that you charge the battery in a temperature range of 10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F).
User Guide Operation Search Before use Search Print Top page > Getting started > Power supply > Using the camcorder while supplying it with power Using the camcorder while supplying it with power Getting started Recording Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function You can use the camcorder while supplying power by connecting the AC-UD10 AC Adaptor (sold separately) to the camcorder. 1. Attach the battery pack. [Details] 2.
Notes You may not be able to supply power to the camcorder without the battery pack attached. Supplying power to the camcorder from a computer By connecting the camcorder to a computer using the USB cable (supplied), you can play back or import files to the computer while supplying power to the camcorder. Notes The recording function is not available while supplying power from the computer. When you connect the camcorder to a computer using the USB cable during playback, the USB connection screen appears.
User Guide Operation Search Before use Search Print Top page > Getting started > Turning the power on, and setting the date and time > Turning the power on, and setting the date and time Turning the power on, and setting the date and time Getting started Recording 1. Turn on the camcorder by pressing the POWER button.
To change the language setting You can change the on-screen displays to show messages in a specified language. Select [Setup] [ General Settings] [Language Setting] a desired language. To turn off the power Press the POWER button.
User Guide Operation Search Before use Search Print Top page > Getting started > Preparing the recording media > Inserting a memory card Inserting a memory card Getting started Recording 1. Open the memory card cover. Playback 2. Install a memory card straight in the direction illustrated. Playing images on a TV 3. Close the memory card cover.
Confirm the direction of the memory card. If you forcibly insert the memory card in the wrong direction, the memory card, memory card slot, or recorded files may be damaged. Insert a memory card that fits the memory card slot size. Otherwise, it will cause a malfunction. When inserting or ejecting the memory card, be careful so that the memory card does not pop out and drop.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Recording > Recording > Shooting movies Operation Search Shooting movies Before use Getting started Recording Movies are shot in the MP4 format ([Audio Format] is [AAC LC] in the default setting). Playback 1. Press the POWER button to turn on the camcorder. Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list A: POWER button 2.
When a movie file exceeds 4 GB, the next movie file is created automatically. The following states will be indicated if data is still being written onto the recording media after shooting has finished. During this time, do not apply shock or vibration to the camcorder, or remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor (sold separately).
User Guide Search Print Top page > Recording > Recording > Recording sound Operation Search Recording sound Before use Getting started Sound is recorded as a WAV file. Recording 1. Press the POWER button to turn on the camcorder. Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list A: POWER button 2. Select the button. The camcorder enters sound recording mode. 3.
To stop recording, press START/STOP again. Notes When the file size exceeds 2 GB (approximately 2 hours 50 minutes when recording continuously), recording stops. Functions available in sound recording mode The following functions are available. [Ctrl with Smartphone] [Low Cut Filter] [Int. Mic. Rec. Level] [Ext. Mic. Rec. Level] [Volume] [Ext. Audio Input Set] [My Button] [Display Setting] [Audio Level Display] [Auto Monitor Off] Functions available for audio files The following functions are available.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Recording > Recording > Screen indicators during recording Operation Search Screen indicators during recording Before use Getting started Described here are icons for both movie shooting and sound recording modes.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Recording > Useful functions for recording > Intelligent Auto Operation Search Intelligent Auto Before use Getting started Recording Your camcorder shoots movies after selecting the most suitable setting for the subjects or the situation automatically. ([On] is the default setting.) Playback 1. Select [On] on the shooting screen. Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting 2.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Recording > Useful functions for recording > Audio monitoring Operation Search Audio monitoring Before use Getting started 1. Connect headphones (sold separately) to the Recording (headphones) jack. Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder To adjust the volume from the headphones, in recording standby mode, select on the LCD screen.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Playback > Playback > Playing movies/audio files Operation Search Playing movies/audio files Before use Getting started 1. Press the POWER button to turn on the camcorder. Recording Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list A: POWER button 2. Press (Playback) to enter playback mode. 3. Select the desired type of file ([ 4.
The camcorder plays from the selected file to the last file. 5. Select the appropriate buttons on the LCD screen for various playback operations. / Volume / Fast-reverse/fast-forward Delete / Play/Pause Stop / Repeat an audio file Previous/Next Some buttons described above may not appear, depending on the file being played back. As you repeat selecting / during playback, files are played as fast as about 5 times about 10 times about 30 times about 60 times.
: To the previous event : Previous : Next : To the next event : To the movie/sound recording screen : Last played file : Total recorded time in the Event : Switch the type of playback file (movie/audio) Reduced-size images which enable you to view many images at the same time on an index screen are called “thumbnails.” On the audio file index screen, the file format, recorded time and file number appear.
User Guide Operation Search Before use Search Print Top page > Playing images on a TV > Playing images on a high definition TV > Connecting the camcorder to a high definition TV Connecting the camcorder to a high definition TV Getting started Recording Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting :Signal flow Maintenance and precautions Contents list 1. Switch the input on the TV to the connected jack. 2.
User Guide Operation Search Before use Search Print Top page > Playing images on a TV > Playing images on a TV supporting “BRAVIA” Sync > Using “BRAVIA” Sync Using “BRAVIA” Sync Getting started Recording You can operate your camcorder with the remote commander of your TV by connecting your camcorder to a “BRAVIA” Sync compatible TV launched in 2008 or later with the HDMI cable (sold separately).
User Guide Operation Search Before use Search Print Top page > Saving images with a computer > Saving contents with a computer > What you can do using a computer What you can do using a computer Getting started Recording Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer You can edit your recorded files and post your movie files to video-file sharing sites using the editing/management software. Visit the following website to download the software. www.sony.
User Guide Operation Search Before use Search Print Top page > Saving images with a computer > Saving contents with a computer > Checking the computer system Checking the computer system Getting started Recording You can check the system requirements for software at the following URL. www.sony.
User Guide Operation Search Before use Search Print Top page > Saving images with a computer > Saving contents with a computer > Installing the editing/management software in your computer Installing the editing/management software in your computer Getting started Recording Playback Playing images on a TV 1. Access the following download page using an Internet browser on your computer, and then install the software following the on-screen instructions. www.sony.
User Guide Search Top page > Saving images with a computer > Saving contents with a computer > Starting the editing/management software Operation Search Before use Print Starting the editing/management software Getting started Recording Windows Playback 1. Double-click the software icon on the desktop. When using Windows 8, select the software icon from the start screen. Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Mac 1.
User Guide Search Top page > Saving images with a computer > Saving contents with a computer > Importing files to your computer without using software Operation Search Before use Print Importing files to your computer without using software Getting started Recording Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list When the AutoPlay Wizard appears on the computer screen after maki
User Guide Operation Search Before use Search Print Top page > Using the Wi-Fi function > Using the Wi-Fi function > What you can do using the Wi-Fi function Getting started What you can do using the Wi-Fi function Recording The Wi-Fi function of your camcorder allows you to do the following operations. Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Transferring movies to your smartphone or tablet Prepare your smartphone or tablet.
Related topics Transferring movies to your smartphone or tablet without using NFC Transferring movies to your smartphone or tablet using NFC Using your smartphone or tablet as a remote control without using NFC Using your smartphone or tablet as a remote control using NFC Back to top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation 63
User Guide Operation Search Search Print Top page > Using the Wi-Fi function > Control your camcorder via smartphone > Using your smartphone or tablet as a remote control without using NFC Before use Using your smartphone or tablet as a remote control without using NFC Getting started Recording Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list You can operate the camcorder using
A: START/STOP button B: File type Notes Files will be saved not on the smartphone or tablet but on the camcorder. The application operation method and screen display are subject to change due to future updates.
User Guide Operation Search Before use Search Print Top page > Using the Wi-Fi function > Control your camcorder via smartphone > Using your smartphone or tablet as a remote control using NFC Using your smartphone or tablet as a remote control using NFC Getting started Recording Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder You can operate the camcorder using your NFC-compatible Android smartphone or tablet as a remote control. 1.
A: START/STOP button B: File type Notes Files will be recorded not on the smartphone or tablet but on the camcorder. The application operation method and screen display are subject to change due to future updates.
User Guide Operation Search Before use Search Print Top page > Using the Wi-Fi function > Sending movies to the smartphone > Transferring movies to your smartphone or tablet without using NFC Transferring movies to your smartphone or tablet without using NFC Getting started Recording Playback You can transfer movies to your smartphone or tablet. Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder 1.
The SSID and password appear and the camcorder will be connectable from your smartphone or tablet. A: SSID B: Password 5. Connect the smartphone or tablet to the camcorder by making operations on the smartphone or tablet. When you use an Android smartphone, on the smartphone, start up the “PlayMemories Mobile,” then select the SSID displayed on the camcorder, and then enter the password displayed on the camcorder.
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User Guide Operation Search Before use Search Print Top page > Using the Wi-Fi function > Sending movies to the smartphone > Transferring movies to your smartphone or tablet using NFC Transferring movies to your smartphone or tablet using NFC Getting started Recording Playback You can transfer movies to your NFC-compatible Android smartphone or tablet.
Keep the smartphone or tablet in contact with the camcorder for one or two seconds until “PlayMemories Mobile” starts. If the connection is not established using NFC, try to establish the connection following the procedure in “Transferring movies to your smartphone or tablet without using NFC.” [Details] 5. Movies stored on the camcorder will be transferred to the smartphone or tablet. Transferred movies will be stored on Android Gallery. Notes You cannot transfer audio files to your smartphone or tablet.
User Guide Operation Search Before use Search Print Top page > Using the Wi-Fi function > Connecting a smartphone > Connecting to your Android smartphone or tablet Connecting to your Android smartphone or tablet Getting started Recording Playback You can connect your Android smartphone or tablet to your camcorder as shown below. From [Send to Smartphone] or [Ctrl with Smartphone], display the password and the SSID on the LCD screen of the camcorder. Playing images on a TV 1.
Related topics On the “PlayMemories Mobile” software Transferring movies to your smartphone or tablet without using NFC Using your smartphone or tablet as a remote control without using NFC Back to top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation 74
User Guide Operation Search Before use Search Print Top page > Using the Wi-Fi function > Connecting a smartphone > Connecting to your iPhone or iPad Connecting to your iPhone or iPad Getting started Recording Playback You can connect your iPhone or iPad to your camcorder as shown below. From [Send to Smartphone] or [Ctrl with Smartphone], display the password and the SSID on the LCD screen of the camcorder. Playing images on a TV 1. Open the settings menu of your iPhone.
5. Confirm that your iPhone is connected to the SSID displayed on the camcorder. 6. Return to Home and start up “PlayMemories Mobile.
User Guide Operation Search Before use Search Print Top page > Using the Wi-Fi function > Connecting a smartphone > Connecting to your NFC-compatible Android smartphone or tablet Connecting to your NFC-compatible Android smartphone or tablet Getting started Recording Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer You can connect your NFC-compatible Android smartphone or tablet to your camcorder easily. 1. Touch them.
To use the one-touch functions of the camcorder, an NFC-compatible smartphone or tablet is required. NFC (Near Field Communication) is an international standard for short-range wireless communication technology.
User Guide Operation Search Before use Search Print Top page > Using the Wi-Fi function > Installing the PlayMemories Mobile > On the “PlayMemories Mobile” software On the “PlayMemories Mobile” software Getting started Recording Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer To perform the operations such as [Ctrl with Smartphone] and [Send to Smartphone], “PlayMemories Mobile” is necessary. Install it from the application store of your smartphone or tablet.
User Guide Operation Search Before use Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Using menu items > Setting up menu items Setting up menu items Getting started Recording Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder The camcorder has various menu items under each of 6 menu categories.
The [Camera/Audio] and [Setup] menus have sub-categories. Select the subcategory icon so that the LCD screen displays the list of menus in the sub-category selected. A: Sub-category icons When you cannot select a menu item Grayed out menu items or settings are not available. Your camcorder displays the reason why you cannot select the menu item or the instruction of under which condition you can set the menu item.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Recording Mode > Movie Operation Search Movie Before use Getting started Recording Enters the movie shooting mode. The settings can be done with recording screen as well. Playback 1. [Recording Mode] on the [Movie].
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Recording Mode > Audio Operation Search Audio Before use Getting started Recording Records sound (WAV file). The settings can be done with screen as well. Playback 1. [Recording Mode] on the recording [Audio].
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Audio > White Balance Operation Search White Balance Before use Getting started You can adjust the color balance to the shooting environment. Recording Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function 1. [Camera/Audio] [ Manual Settings] [White Balance]. Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list 2. Select the desired item.
Keep framing white object such as a piece of paper, to fill the screen under the same lightning conditions as you will shoot the subject. Select [ ]. If the lighting conditions changed by bringing your camcorder outdoors from inside the house, or vice versa, you need to redo the [One Push] procedure to readjust the white balance. Notes Set [White Balance] to [Auto] or adjust the color in [One Push] under white or cool white fluorescent lamps. While you are shooting a movie, (One Push) cannot be set.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Audio > Exposure Operation Search Exposure Before use Getting started Recording You can fix the brightness of a movie manually. Adjust the brightness when the subject is too bright or too dark. Playback 1. [Camera/Audio] [ Manual Settings] [Exposure]. Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder 2. Select the desired item.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Audio > Low Lux Operation Search Low Lux Before use Getting started You can shoot bright color movies, even in dim light. Recording 1. [Camera/Audio] [ Manual Settings] [Low Lux]. Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list 2. Select the desired item. Off The Low Lux function is not used.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Audio > Scene Selection Operation Search Scene Selection Before use Getting started You can shoot movies effectively in various situations. Recording 1. [Camera/Audio] [ Camera Settings] [Scene Selection]. Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list 2. Select the desired item.
Takes the vivid blue of the ocean or a lake. (Snow) Takes bright movies of a white landscape. Notes If you set [Scene Selection], the [White Balance] setting is canceled.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Audio > Fader Operation Search Fader Before use Getting started Playback You can shoot a transition with the following effects adding to the interval between scenes. Select the desired effect in [STBY] (to fading in) or [REC] (to fading out) mode. Playing images on a TV 1. Recording [Camera/Audio] [ Camera Settings] [ Fader].
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User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Audio > Auto Back Light Operation Search Auto Back Light Before use Getting started Your camcorder adjusts the exposure for backlit subjects automatically. Recording 1. [Camera/Audio] [ Camera Settings] [Auto Back Light]. Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list 2. Select the desired item.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Audio > Face Detection Operation Search Face Detection Before use Getting started Playback You can set the camcorder to detect a face automatically. Your camcorder adjusts the color/exposure automatically for the face of the selected subject. Playing images on a TV 1. Recording [Camera/Audio] [ Face] [Face Detection].
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Audio > Audio Format Operation Search Audio Format Before use Getting started You can select your desired audio format for movie shooting. Recording 1. [Camera/Audio] [ Audio] [Audio Format]. Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list 2. Select the desired item.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Audio > Low Cut Filter Operation Search Low Cut Filter Before use Getting started Playback This function allows you to cut noise in the low frequency range during recording. Use this function to reduce noise from fixtures such as air conditioners or projector fans or when recording in a small music venues surrounded by concrete walls. Playing images on a TV 1. Recording [Camera/Audio] [ Audio] [Low Cut Filter].
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Audio > Int. Mic. Rec. Level Operation Search Int. Mic. Rec. Level Before use Getting started You can adjust recording sensitivity when using the internal microphone. Recording 1. [Camera/Audio] [ Audio] [Int. Mic. Rec. Level]. Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list 2.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Audio > Ext. Mic. Rec. Level Operation Search Ext. Mic. Rec. Level Before use Getting started You can adjust recording sensitivity when using an external microphone. Recording 1. [Camera/Audio] [ Audio] [Ext. Mic. Rec. Level]. Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list 2.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Audio > Audio Output Timing Operation Search Audio Output Timing Before use Getting started You can set the timing to output sound when shooting a movie. Recording 1. [Camera/Audio] [ Audio] [Audio Output Timing]. Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list 2. Select the desired item.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Audio > Volume Operation Search Volume Before use Getting started You can adjust the sound volume during playback. Recording 1. [Camera/Audio] [ Audio] [Volume]. Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder 2. Adjust the volume by pressing / .
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Audio > Ext. Audio Input Set Operation Search Ext. Audio Input Set Before use Getting started You can set the suitable sound for the connected device. Recording 1. Connect an external device to the LINE IN/ POWER). Playback (microphone) jack (PLUG IN Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list The [Ext.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Audio > Ctrl with Smartphone Operation Search Ctrl with Smartphone Before use Getting started You can operate the camcorder using your smartphone or tablet as a remote control. Recording Playback Playing images on a TV 1. In recording mode, select [Ctrl with Smartphone].
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Audio > My Button Operation Search My Button Before use Getting started Recording You can assign functions that you frequently use when recording to one of the My Buttons. Playback 1. [Camera/Audio] [ Recording Assist] [My Button]. Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder 2. Select the menu item that you want to assign to a My Button.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Audio > Grid Line Operation Search Grid Line Before use Getting started Playback You can display the lines and check that the subject is horizontal or vertical. Positioning the subject at the cross point of the grid lines makes a balanced composition. The lines is not recorded. Playing images on a TV 1. Recording [Camera/Audio] [ Recording Assist] [Grid Line].
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Audio > Display Setting Operation Search Display Setting Before use Getting started Recording You can set the duration of displaying the icons or indicators on the LCD screen while recording. Playback 1. [Camera/Audio] [ Recording Assist] [Display Setting]. Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder 2. Select the desired item.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Audio > Audio Level Display Operation Search Audio Level Display Before use Getting started You can select whether or not to display the audio level meter. Recording 1. [Camera/Audio] [ Recording Assist] [Audio Level Display]. Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions 2. Select the desired item.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Audio > Auto Monitor Off Operation Search Auto Monitor Off Before use Getting started The LCD screen goes off automatically after you start recording. Recording 1. [Camera/Audio] [ Recording Assist] [Auto Monitor Off]. Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list 2. Select the desired item.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Image Quality/Size > REC Mode Operation Search REC Mode Before use Getting started You can select the image quality. Recording 1. Playback [Image Quality/Size] [ REC Mode]. Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list 2. Select the desired shooting mode.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Playback Function > Playback Function Operation Search Playback Function Before use Getting started You can display the Playback Index screen. Recording 1. [Playback Function].
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Edit/Copy > Send to Smartphone Operation Search Send to Smartphone Before use Getting started You can transfer movies shot with the camcorder to your smartphone. Recording 1. On the playback screen, select [Edit/Copy] [Send to Smartphone].
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Edit/Copy > Delete Operation Search Delete Before use Getting started 1. Recording [Edit/Copy] [Delete]. Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function 2. Select the desired type of file ([ Customizing your camcorder 3. Add check marks MOVIE] or [ AUDIO]). to the desired files, and then select .
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Edit/Copy > Protect Operation Search Protect Before use Getting started Recording Protect files to avoid deleting them by mistake. will be displayed on the protected files. Playback 1. [Edit/Copy] [Protect]. Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting 2. Select the desired type of files ([ MOVIE] or [ AUDIO]).
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > Media Info Operation Search Media Info Before use Getting started Recording You can check the remaining recordable time and the approximate free and used media storage space of the recording media. Playback 1. [Setup] [ Media Settings] [Media Info].
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > Format Operation Search Format Before use Getting started Formatting deletes all the files to recover recordable free space. Recording 1. [Setup] [ Media Settings] [Format]. Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list 2. Select .
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > Repair Img. DB F. Operation Search Repair Img. DB F. Before use Getting started Recording The camcorder may be able to repair the damaged database file using this menu item. Playback 1. [Setup] [ Media Settings] [Repair Img. DB F.]. Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder 2. Select .
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > File Number Operation Search File Number Before use Getting started You can select the way to assign file numbers. Recording 1. [Setup] [ Media Settings] [File Number]. Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list 2. Select the desired item. Series Assigns file numbers in sequence.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > Edit Device Name Operation Search Edit Device Name Before use Getting started You can change the device name. Recording 1. Select [Setup] [ Connection] [Edit Device Name]. Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions 2. Select the input box, input the device name, and then select .
cursor Delete Deletes the character preceding the cursor. Switches the next character to a capital or small letter. Fix Finalizes the entry. To cancel text entry, select .
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > SSID/PW Reset Operation Search SSID/PW Reset Before use Getting started The camcorder shares the SSID/password for [Send to Smartphone] and [Ctrl with Smartphone] with a device that has permission to connect. If you want to change the device that is permitted to connect to the camcorder, reset the SSID/password by the following procedure. Recording Playback Playing images on a TV 1.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > HDMI Resolution Operation Search HDMI Resolution Before use Getting started Recording Select the output image resolution when connecting your camcorder to a TV with an HDMI cable. Playback 1. [Setup] [ Connection] [HDMI Resolution]. Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder 2. Select the desired item.
User Guide Operation Search Before use Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > CTRL FOR HDMI (Control for HDMI) CTRL FOR HDMI (Control for HDMI) Getting started Recording Playback When connecting your camcorder to a “BRAVIA” Sync compatible TV with a HDMI cable (sold separately), you can play back movies on your camcorder by aiming the TV’s Remote Commander at the TV. [Details] Playing images on a TV 1. [Setup] [ Connection] [CTRL FOR HDMI].
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > USB Connect Operation Search USB Connect Before use Getting started Recording Select this item when a USB connection does not start even when you connect the camcorder to an external device with the USB cable. Playback 1. [Setup] [ Connection] [USB Connect].
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > USB Power Supply Operation Search USB Power Supply Before use Getting started Recording Set whether to use the USB power supplied function when the camcorder is connected to a computer or a USB device using the USB cable. Playback 1. [Setup] [ Connection] [USB Power Supply]. Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder 2. Select the desired item.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > USB LUN Setting Operation Search USB LUN Setting Before use Getting started Recording Improves compatibility with external devices by limiting the functions of the USB connection. Playback 1. [Setup] [ Connection] [USB LUN Setting]. Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder 2. Select the desired item.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > Beep Operation Search Beep Before use Getting started You can turn on or off the operation sound. Recording 1. [Setup] [ General Settings] [Beep]. Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list 2. Select the desired item.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > Monitor Brightness Operation Search Monitor Brightness Before use Getting started You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen. Recording 1. [Setup] [ General Settings] [Monitor Brightness]. Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list 2. Select the desired item.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > Language Setting Operation Search Language Setting Before use Getting started You can select the language to be used on the LCD screen. Recording 1. [Setup] [ General Settings] [Language Setting]. Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder 2. Select the desired language.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > Airplane Mode Operation Search Airplane Mode Before use Getting started Recording When you board an airplane, you can deactivate the Wi-Fi and NFC functions temporarily. Playback 1. Select [Setup] [ Connection] [Airplane Mode]. Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder 2. Select the desired item.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > Power Save Operation Search Power Save Before use Getting started Recording When [Power Save] is on, the camcorder turns off automatically if you do not attempt to operate it for more than about 5 minutes. Playback 1. [Setup] [ General Settings] [Power Save]. Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder 2. Select the desired item.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > Initialize Operation Search Initialize Before use Getting started Recording All the settings return to the default. Even if you use this function, all movie/audio files are retained. Playback 1. [Setup] [ General Settings] [Initialize]. Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder 2. Select .
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > Date & Time Setting Operation Search Date & Time Setting Before use Getting started 1. Recording [Setup] [ Clock Settings] [Date & Time Setting]. Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list 2. Select the desired item ([Date & Time Format], [Daylight Savings]/[Summer Time], or [Date & Time]).
User Guide Search Print Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > Area Setting Operation Search Area Setting Before use Getting started Recording You can adjust a time difference without stopping the clock. Select your local area when using the camcorder in other time zones. Playback 1. [Setup] [ Clock Settings] [Area Setting]. Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder 2. Select the desired item.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Troubleshooting > If you have problems > If you have problems Operation Search If you have problems Before use Getting started If you run into any problems using your camcorder, follow the steps below. Recording Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder 1. Check the items under “Troubleshooting,” and inspect your camcorder.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Overall operations Operation Search Overall operations Before use Getting started The power does not turn on. Recording Playback Attach a charged battery pack to the camcorder. [Details] Playing images on a TV Connect the AC Adaptor (sold separately) to a wall outlet (wall socket). [Details] Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function The camcorder does not operate even when the power is set to on.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Batteries/power sources Operation Search Batteries/power sources Before use Getting started The power abruptly turns off. Recording Playback Use the AC Adaptor (sold separately). Playing images on a TV In the default setting, the camcorder turns itself off when no operations are performed for about 5 minutes ([Power Save]). Change the setting of [Power Save], or turn on the power again.
The battery pack is quickly discharged. The ambient temperature is too high or low. This is not a malfunction. The battery pack has not been charged enough. Fully charge the battery again. If the problem persists, replace the battery pack with a new one.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > LCD screen Operation Search LCD screen Before use Getting started Menu items are grayed out. Recording Playback You cannot select grayed out items in the current recording/playback situation. Playing images on a TV There are some functions you cannot activate simultaneously.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Memory card Operation Search Memory card Before use Getting started Operations using the memory card cannot be performed. Recording Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer If you use the memory card formatted on a computer, format it again on your camcorder. [Details] Files stored on the memory card cannot be deleted.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Recording Operation Search Recording Before use Getting started Refer also to “Memory card.” Recording Playback Pressing START/STOP does not record files. Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder The playback screen is displayed. Stop playback, and then select [Recording Mode] [ Movie] or [Audio].
when you press START/STOP and when the actual movie shooting starts/stops. This is not a malfunction. Files cannot be recorded or played back correctly. If you record and delete files repeatedly for a long time, the files on the recording media may become fragmented and files cannot be recorded or played back correctly. After backing up the files on other media such as a computer, format the recording media on your camcorder. [Details] The subjects passing across the camcorder very fast appear crooked.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Playback Operation Search Playback Before use Getting started Files cannot be played back. Recording Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Files recorded on other devices may not be played back or may not be played back in a right size. This is not a malfunction. appears on a thumbnail. This may appear on a file recorded on other devices, edited on a computer, etc.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Playback on the TV Operation Search Playback on the TV Before use Getting started Neither movie nor sound is played on the connected TV. Recording Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Movies are not output from the HDMI OUT jack, if copyright protection signals are recorded in the movies.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Connecting to a computer Operation Search Connecting to a computer Before use Getting started The editing/management software cannot be installed. Recording Playback An Internet connection is required to install the editing/management software. Playing images on a TV Check the computer environment or installation procedure required to install the editing/management software.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Wi-Fi Operation Search Wi-Fi Before use Getting started [Send to Smartphone] is interrupted. Recording Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder If the battery level is low, shooting with [Send to Smartphone] may terminate prematurely. Charge the battery pack before use. The movie shooting screen is not displayed smoothly. The connection is cut off.
User Guide Search Top page > Troubleshooting > Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators > Selfdiagnosis display Operation Search Before use Print Self-diagnosis display Getting started Recording Playback Playing images on a TV If indicators appear on the LCD screen, check the following. If the problem persists even after you have tried to fix a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Slow flashing Free spaces for recording files are running out. For the type of memory card you can use with your camcorder, see “Types of memory card you can use with your camcorder”. No memory card is inserted. [Details] Fast flashing There is not enough free spaces for recording files. After storing the files on other media, delete unnecessary files [Details], or format the memory card [Details]. The image data base file may be damaged. Check the data base file by selecting [Setup] [Repair Img. DB F.
User Guide Operation Search Before use Search Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators > Warning Indicators Getting started Warning Indicators Recording If messages appear on the screen, follow the instructions. Playback Playing images on a TV Data error. Saving images with a computer An error occurred during reading or writing files to the memory card. Using the Wi-Fi function Files recorded on other devices may not be played back.
The inserted memory card is not efficient enough for copying the file(s). Use the recommended memory card. [Details] Restoring data... Your camcorder tries to recover data automatically if the data writing was not performed properly. Cannot recover data. Writing data onto the media of the camcorder has failed. Attempts were made to recover the data, but they were unsuccessful. Reinsert the memory card. Reinsert the memory card a few times.
Others Maximum number of images already selected. You can select only 100 saved files at one time for: Deleting saved files Protecting saved files, or releasing the protection Data protected. You tried to delete protected data. Release the protection of the data.
User Guide Operation Search Before use Search Print Top page > Maintenance and precautions > Maintenance and precautions > About the memory card About the memory card Getting started Recording Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list A memory card formatted by a computer (Windows OS/Mac OS) is not guaranteed to be compatible with your camcorder.
User Guide Operation Search Before use Search Print Top page > Maintenance and precautions > Maintenance and precautions > About the battery pack About the battery pack Getting started Recording To charge the battery pack Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Be sure to charge the battery pack before you start using your camcorder.
To discharge the battery pack on your camcorder completely, select [Setup] [ General Settings] [Power Save] [Off], and leave your camcorder in recording standby until the power goes off. [Details] About battery life Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use. If the interval between charges becomes significantly short, the battery pack may need to be replaced with a new one. Each battery’s life depends on storage, operating and environmental conditions.
User Guide Operation Search Before use Search Print Top page > Maintenance and precautions > About handling of your camcorder > On use and care On use and care Getting started Recording Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list On recording Notes on use LCD screen About this manual, illustrations and on-screen displays On use and care When not using your camcorder for a lo
time of purchase. LCD screen The LCD screen is manufactured using extremely high-precision technology, so over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue, or green in color) that appear constantly on the LCD screen. These points are normal results of the manufacturing process and do not affect the shooting in any way.
camcorder gets wet, it may malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired. If any solid object or liquid gets inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any further. Avoid rough handling, disassembling, modifying, physical shock, or impact such as hammering, dropping or stepping on the product. Be particularly careful with the lens. Do not operate your camcorder with it wrapped in an object such as a towel.
Notes on optional accessories We recommend using genuine Sony accessories. Genuine Sony accessories may not be available in some countries/regions. About care of the battery pack You may not be able to turn on the camcorder or the battery pack may not be effectively charged if the terminal section of the battery is dirty. In this case, wipe any dust off lightly using a soft cloth or a cotton swab to clean the battery. About care of the LCD screen If you leave fingerprints, hand cream, etc.
User Guide Operation Search Before use Search Print Top page > Maintenance and precautions > About handling of your camcorder > On moisture condensation On moisture condensation Getting started Recording Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list If your camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside your camcorder.
User Guide Operation Search Before use Search Print Top page > Maintenance and precautions > About handling of your camcorder > On charging the pre-installed rechargeable battery On charging the pre-installed rechargeable battery Getting started Recording Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Your camcorder has a pre-installed rechargeable battery to retain the date, time, and other
User Guide Operation Search Before use Search Print Top page > Maintenance and precautions > About handling of your camcorder > Note on disposal/transfer of the memory card Note on disposal/transfer of the memory card Getting started Recording Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Even if you delete data in the memory card or format the memory card on your camcorder or a computer, you may not delete data from the memory card completely.
User Guide Search Top page > Maintenance and precautions > Recording time of movies/sound > Charging time Operation Search Before use Print Charging time Getting started Recording Approximate time (min.) required when you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack.
User Guide Operation Search Before use Search Print Top page > Maintenance and precautions > Recording time of movies/sound > Expected time of recording and playback with the battery pack Expected time of recording and playback with the battery pack Getting started Recording Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Recording time Playing time Recording time Approximate time available when you use a fully charged battery pack.
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User Guide Search Top page > Maintenance and precautions > Recording time of movies/sound > Expected shooting time of movies Operation Search Before use Print Expected shooting time of movies Getting started Recording Expected shooting time of movies Bit-rate and recording pixels Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Expected shooting time of movies When [Audio Format] is [AAC LC]
Bit-rate and recording pixels Bit-rate of movies (movie + sound etc.), pixels, aspect ratio and audio format Approx. 16.2 Mbps (average) 1,920 × 1,080 pixels/30p, 16:9, audio format: AAC Approx. 6.2 Mbps (average) 1,280 × 720 pixels/30p, 16:9, audio format: AAC Approx. 17.6 Mbps (average) 1,920 × 1,080 pixels/30p, 16:9, audio format: Linear PCM Approx. 7.
User Guide Search Top page > Maintenance and precautions > Recording time of movies/sound > Expected recording time of sound Operation Search Before use Print Expected recording time of sound Getting started Recording Expected recording time of sound Playback Playing images on a TV (unit: minute) Saving images with a computer 16 GB 32 GB 64 GB Using the Wi-Fi function 1115 (1115) 2235 (2235) 4485 (4485) Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Whe
User Guide Operation Search Before use Search Print Top page > Maintenance and precautions > Using your camcorder abroad > Using your camcorder abroad Using your camcorder abroad Getting started Recording Power supply Playback You can use your camcorder in any countries/regions using the AC-UD10 AC Adaptor within the AC 100 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz range.
+09:00 Tokyo/Seoul +09:30 Adelaide/Darwin +10:00 Melbourne/Sydney +11:00 Solomon Is +12:00 Fiji/Wellington –11:00 Midway Island –10:00 Hawaii –09:00 Alaska –08:00 LosAngeles/Tijuana –07:00 Denver/Arizona –06:00 Chicago/MexicoCity –05:00 New York/Bogota –04:00 Santiago –03:30 St. John’s –03:00 Brasilia/Montevideo –02:00 Fernando de Noronha –01:00 Azores/Cape Verde Is.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Maintenance and precautions > On trademarks > On trademarks Operation Search On trademarks Before use Getting started “Memory Stick,” “ PRO Duo,” “ Recording Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list ,” “Memory Stick Duo,” “ ,” “Memory Stick ,” “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo,” “ ,” “Memory Stick Micro,” “MagicGate,” “ ,” “MagicGate Memory Stic
Add further enjoyment with your PlayStation 3 by downloading the application for PlayStation 3 from PlayStation Store (where available.) The application for PlayStation 3 requires PlayStation Network account and application download. Accessible in areas where the PlayStation Store is available.
User Guide Search Print Top page > Maintenance and precautions > License > Notes on the License Operation Search Notes on the License Before use Getting started Recording Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL USE OF A CONSUMER OR OTHER USES IN WHICH IT DOES NOT RECEIVE REMUNERATION TO (i) E
User Guide Search Print Top page > Maintenance and precautions > Specifications > Specifications Operation Search Specifications Before use Getting started System Recording Playback Playing images on a TV Saving images with a computer Using the Wi-Fi function Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Signal format: Digital HDTV specification Movie file recording format: Movie recording format: MPEG-4 AVC/H.
Average power consumption: 2.1 W (During movie shooting in the default setting) 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.): 116.5 mm × 70.5 mm × 27 mm (4 5/8 in. × 2 7/8 in. × 1 1/8 in.) (w/h/d) including the projecting parts, and the supplied rechargeable battery pack attached Mass (approx.): 140 g (5.0 oz) main unit only 165 g (5.
