2-319-778-11(1) Enjoying Your Camcorder 10 Getting Started 17 Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Recording/Playback 27 Operating Guide HDR-UX3E/UX5E/UX7E Editing 45 Utilizing Recording Media 53 Customizing Your Camcorder 62 Using a Computer 84 Troubleshooting 89 Additional Information 101 Quick Reference 116 © 2007 Sony Corporation
Read this before operating your camcorder Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. ATTENTION The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound of this unit. WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. CAUTION The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.
Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-UX5E 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.
Read this before operating your camcorder (Continued) Notes on use Your camcorder is supplied with two kinds of operations guides. – “Operating Guide” (This manual) – “First Step Guide” for using your camcorder with the computer connected (stored on the supplied CD-ROM) Types of “Memory Stick” you can use in your camcorder You can use “Memory Stick Duo” marked with or (p. 105). “Memory Stick Duo” (This size can be used with your camcorder.
Using the camcorder • Do not hold the camcorder by the following parts. Viewfinder black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue, or green in color) that appear constantly on the LCD screen and the viewfinder. These points are normal results of the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way. LCD screen Black point White, red, blue or green point Battery • The camcorder is not dustproofed, dripproofed or waterproofed. See “Handling your camcorder” (p. 107).
Read this before operating your camcorder (Continued) About language setting The on-screen displays in each local language are used for illustrating the operating procedures. Change the screen language before using your camcorder if necessary (p. 22). About the marks used in this manual • The operations available depend on the disc used. The following marks are used to indicate the type of disc you can use for a particular operation.
Table of Contents Read this before operating your camcorder .......................................2 Subject examples and solutions ..... 9 Enjoying Your Camcorder Operation flow .............................. 10 Selecting the right disc ................. 12 “ HOME” and “ OPTION” - Taking advantage of two types of menus............................................ 14 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items ..
MOVIE SETTINGS ....................... 64 (Items for recording movies) PHOTO SETTINGS ..................... 68 (Items for recording still images) VIEW IMAGES SET ..................... 71 (Items to customize the display) SOUND/DISP SET ....................... 72 (Items to adjust the sound and the screen) OUTPUT SETTINGS ................... 74 (Items for when connecting other devices) CLOCK/ LANG .......................... 75 (Items to set clock and language) GENERAL SET ............................
Subject examples and solutions Checking your golf swing B SMTH SLW REC ....................... 34 Capturing still images during movie recording B Dual Rec ................................... 33 Flowers in closeup B PORTRAIT ................................ 81 B FOCUS ...................................... 79 B TELE MACRO ............................ 79 Focusing on the dog on the left side of the screen B FOCUS ...................................... 79 B SPOT FOCUS ............................
Enjoying Your Camcorder Operation flow B Prepare the right disc (p. 12). You can consult the [DISC SELECT GUIDE] (p. 58) displayed on the screen to select the right disc. B Initialize the disc (p. 24). When you format the disc, you can select the recording image quality, HD (high definition) or SD (standard definition). HD (high definition) image quality SD (standard definition) image quality AVCHD format DVD format Image resolution: about 3.
B Viewing movies on a HD (high definition) TV (p. 41) You can enjoy movies with HD (high definition) image quality, with the same image quality as they were recorded. B Viewing movies on a non-HD (high definition) TV (p. 42) Enjoying Your Camcorder Enjoying movies recorded with the HD (high definition) image quality You can enjoy movies recorded with HD (high definition) image quality, but they will be converted to SD (standard definition) image quality.
Selecting the right disc You can use DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-R, and DVD+R DL discs of 8 cm in diameter with your camcorder. What you can do with the recorded images depends on the image recording quality, HD (high definition) or SD (standard definition), and the type of disc you selected. ( ) indicates the reference page.
Recording time ( ): the minimum recording time Disc type DVD-RW/DVD+RW/DVD-R DVD+R DL HD (high definition) image quality AVC HD 12M (HQ+) (highest quality) 15 (14) 27 (26) AVC HD 9M (HQ) (high quality) 20 (14) 35 (26) AVC HD 7M (SP) (standard quality) 25 (18) 45 (34) AVC HD 5M (LP) (long play) 32 (26) 60 (50) Enjoying Your Camcorder Approximate recordable time in minutes on one side of a disc. Recordable time differs depending on the recording mode (p. 62).
Enjoying Your Camcorder “ HOME” and “ OPTION” - Taking advantage of two types of menus “ HOME MENU” - the starting point for operations with your camcorder (HELP) Displays a description of the item (p. 15). Category (p.
Using the HOME MENU 1 Slide the POWER switch to turn 4 Touch the desired item. Example: [EDIT] on your camcorder. the instructions on the screen. 2 Press Enjoying Your Camcorder 5 Perform the operation, following To turn off the HOME MENU (HOME) A or B. (HOME) B Touch . B When you want to know something about the function of each item on the HOME MENU - HELP 1 Press (HOME). The HOME MENU appears. (HOME) A 3 Touch the desired category. Example: (OTHERS) category 2 Touch (HELP).
3 Touch the item you want to know the content. When you touch an item, its explanation appears on the screen. To apply the option, touch [YES], otherwise, touch [NO]. To deactivate the HELP Touch (HELP) again in step 2. Using the OPTION MENU Just a touch on the screen during shooting or playback displays the functions available at that moment. You will find it easy to make various settings. See page 77 for further details.
Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that you have the following items supplied with your camcorder. The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that item supplied. Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH60 (HDR-UX3E/UX5E), NP-FH70 (HDRUX7E) (1) (p. 18) AC Adaptor (1) (p. 18) Mains lead (1) (p. 18) Operating Guide (This manual) (1) Getting Started CD-ROM “Handycam Application Software” (1) (p. 84) Component video cable (1) (p. 41) A/V connecting cable (1) (p.
Step 2: Charging the battery pack POWER switch DC IN jack Battery CHG (charge) lamp DC plug To the wall socket AC Adaptor Jack cover You can charge the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (H series) (p. 106) after attaching it to your camcorder. Mains lead Open the jack cover, and connect the DC plug of the AC Adaptor. Match the v mark on the DC plug with the v mark on your camcorder. b Notes • You can use only the H series of “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack with your camcorder.
To remove the battery pack 1 Slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). 2 Raise the viewfinder. information for up to 20 seconds by pressing DISP/BATT INFO again while the information is displayed. Remaining battery (approx.) 3 Press the BATT (battery release) button and remove the battery pack. Getting Started Recording capacity (approx.) Charging time b Notes Approximate time (min.) required when you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack.
Step 2: Charging the battery pack (Continued) Battery pack NP-FH70 NP-FH100 Continuous recording time Playing time Typical recording time* Approximate time (min.) available when you use a fully charged battery pack.
• When attaching an optional video light, it is recommended that you use an NP-FH100 battery pack. • We do not recommend using an NP-FH30, which only allows short recording and playback times, with your camcorder. On the AC Adaptor • Use the nearby wall socket when using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall socket immediately if any malfunction occurs while using your camcorder. • Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture.
Step 3: Turning the power on and setting the date and time (Continued) 3 Set [SUMMERTIME], then touch [NEXT]. 4 Set [Y] (year) with v/V. • It takes a few seconds for your camcorder to be ready to shoot after the power is turned on. You cannot operate your camcorder during this time. • The lens cover opens automatically when the power is turned on. It closes when the playback screen is selected, or the power is turned off.
Step 4: Adjusting your camcorder to suit you LCD panel Viewfinder Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play (2). 2180 degrees (max.) 190 degrees to the camcorder DISP/BATT INFO To turn off the LCD backlight to make the battery last longer Press and hold DISP/BATT INFO for a few seconds until appears. This setting is practical when you use your camcorder in bright conditions or you want to save battery power.
Step 5: Inserting a disc or a “Memory Stick Duo” Disc A new 8 cm DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVDR, or DVD+R DL is required for recording (p. 12). b Notes • Remove dust or fingerprints from the disc beforehand, using a soft cloth (p.104). 1 Check that the power of your camcorder is on. 2 Slide the disc cover OPEN switch in the direction of the arrow (OPEN B). [PREPARING TO OPEN] appears on the LCD screen, then the disc cover opens slightly, automatically.
Touch [Record SD (standard definition) images.] to record with SD (standard definition) image quality. Items displayed vary depending on the status of your camcorder, or the type of disc inserted. you on the screen. The disc will be formatted with the image recording quality and mode you selected. When the formatting is completed, you can start recording on the disc. If you select SD (standard definition) image quality • When you use a DVD-RW, select a recording format, [VIDEO] or [VR], (p. 12).
Step 5: Inserting a disc or a “Memory Stick Duo” (Continued) “Memory Stick Duo” You can use only a “Memory Stick Duo” marked with or (p. 105). z Tips • The number of recordable images vary, depending on the image quality or the image size. For details, see page 68. 1 Open the LCD panel. 2 Insert the “Memory Stick Duo” into the “Memory Stick Duo” slot in the right direction until it clicks.
Recording/Playback Easy Recording/Playback (Easy Handycam) With this Easy Handycam operation, most of the camera settings are automatically optimally adjusted, which frees you from detailed adjustments. The screen font size increases for easy viewing. HDR-UX3E/UX5E Still images 1 Slide the POWER switch G to light up the (Movie) lamp. If the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG), slide it while pressing the green button. 2 Press EASY A. appears on the screen. 3 Press START/STOP H or E to start recording.
Easy Recording/Playback (Easy Handycam) (Continued) Playing back movies/still images 1 Slide the POWER switch G to turn on your camcorder. 2 Press (VIEW IMAGES) I or D. The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the LCD screen. (It may take some time to display the VISUAL INDEX screen.) Returns to the recording screen Disc type Appears with the image on each of the tab that was lastly played back/recorded (B for the still image).
z Tips • When all movies from the selected one to the last one are played back, the screen returns to the VISUAL INDEX screen. • Touch / during pause to play back movies slowly. • To adjust the sound volume, touch (HOME) t (SETTINGS) t [SOUND SETTINGS] t [VOLUME], then adjust the volume with / . To cancel Easy Handycam operation disappears Adjustable menu settings during Easy Handycam operation Touch (HOME) B or C to display adjustable menu settings (p. 14, 62).
Recording/Playback Recording the images (HOME) E (HOME) D PHOTO F Lens cover Opens in accordance with the setting of the POWER switch. START/STOP C POWER switch A If the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG), slide it while pressing the green button. (Movie) lamp (Still) lamp Fastening the grip belt Fasten the grip belt in the order shown below, then hold your camcorder securely. 30 START/STOP B b Notes • If the ACCESS lamp (p.
Movies Still images Movies are recorded on the disc. See page 13 for the recording time. Slide the POWER switch A in the direction of the arrow to light up the (Movie) lamp. Slide the POWER switch A in the direction of the arrow to light up the (Still) lamp. Press PHOTO F lightly to adjust the focus A (a beep sounds), then press it fully B (a shutter click sounds). Recording/Playback Press START/STOP B or C. Still images are recorded on the “Memory Stick Duo.
Recording the images (Continued) Zooming You can magnify images to 10 times the original size with the power zoom lever or the zoom buttons below the LCD screen. Recording sound with more presence (5.1ch surround recording) Sound picked up by the built-in microphone is converted to 5.1ch surround sound and recorded. Built-in microphone Wider range of view: (Wide angle) Your camcorder has Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator installed for recording 5.1ch surround sound.
Using the flash Flash Recording high quality still images during movie recording (Dual Rec) You can record high quality still images on the “Memory Stick Duo” while recording a movie on the disc. Flash charge lamp No indication (Auto flash): Automatically flashes when there is insufficient ambient light. r (Forced flash): Always uses the flash regardless of the surrounding brightness. r (No flash): Records without flash. 1 Set the POWER switch to (movie), then press START/STOP to start movie recording.
Recording the images (Continued) – 4.6M (16:9 wide) or 3.4M (4:3) (HDRUX7E) • You can record still images during recording standby in the same way as when the POWER switch is set to (Still). You can also record with the flash. Adjusting the exposure for backlit subjects Recording in dark places (NightShot) To adjust the exposure for backlit subjects, press BACK LIGHT to display .. To cancel the back light function, press BACK LIGHT again.
(HOME) B (HOME) A 5 Press START/STOP. An about 3 second-movie is recorded as a 12 second-slow-motion-movie. When [Recording···] disappears, recording is finished. b Notes • Sounds are not recorded during the about 3 second-movie shooting. • Image quality of [SMTH SLW REC] is not as good as that of normal recording. Controlling the image settings manually with the camera control dial (HDR-UX7E) You can assign one menu item you use often to the camera control dial.
Recording the images (Continued) – [WB SHIFT] (p. 65) To assign a menu item to the camera control dial 1 Press and hold MANUAL for a few seconds. The [DIAL SETTING] screen appears. 2 Rotate the camera control dial and select the item to be assigned. 3 Press MANUAL. b Notes • Manual settings will be retained even if you change the assigned item of the camera control dial. However, if you set [EXPOSURE] after setting [AE SHIFT] manually, [EXPOSURE] will override [AE SHIFT].
Recording/Playback Viewing the images Lens cover Closes in accordance with (VIEW IMAGES). Zoom lever F POWER switch A (HOME) E Recording/Playback (HOME) D (VIEW IMAGES) C (VIEW IMAGES) B Slide the POWER switch A to turn on your camcorder. Press (VIEW IMAGES) B or C. The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the LCD screen. (It may take some time to display the VISUAL INDEX screen.
Viewing the images (Continued) Start playback. Movies Touch the tab and the movie to be played back. When all movies from the selected one to the last one are played back, the screen returns to the VISUAL INDEX screen. Toggles Play or Pause as you touch. Return (to the VISUAL INDEX screen) Beginning of the scene/ previous scene Next scene (OPTION) Stop (go to the VISUAL INDEX screen) Reverse/ Forward Still images Touch the tab and the still image to be played back.
Using PB zoom You can magnify still images from about 1.1 to 5 times the original size. Magnification can be adjusted with the power zoom lever or the zoom buttons below the LCD screen. Touch on the still image playback screen. The slide show begins from the selected image. Touch to stop the slide show. To restart, touch again. 2 Magnify the still image with T (Telephoto). The screen is framed. b Notes 3 Touch the screen at the point you want to display in the center of the displayed frame.
Playing the image on a TV Connection methods and quality of the image viewed on the TV screen differ depending on what type of TV is connected, and the connectors used. Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power source (p. 18). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the device to be connected. Operation flow You can make sure that you are connecting the TV correctly using [TV CONNECT Guide] displayed on the LCD screen. Switch the input on the TV to the connected jack.
Connecting to a high definition TV Images recorded with HD (high definition) image quality are played back with HD (high definition) image quality. Images recorded with SD (standard definition) image quality are played back with SD (standard definition) image quality. Camcorder Cable TV Component video cable (supplied) (Green) Y Recording/Playback : Signal flow Type HOME MENU setting (SETTINGS) t [OUTPUT SETTINGS] t [COMPONENT] t [1080i/576i] (p.
Playing the image on a TV (Continued) : Signal flow Type Camcorder Cable TV HOME MENU setting HDMI cable (optional) • Use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo (see the cover). • Images are not output from the HDMI OUT jack, if copyright protection signals are recorded in the images. • Some TVs may not function correctly (e.g., no sound or image) with this connection. • Do not connect the HDMI OUT jack of your camcorder and HDMI OUT jack of the external device with the HDMI cable.
: Signal flow Type Camcorder Cable TV Component video cable (supplied) (Green) Y HOME MENU setting (SETTINGS) t [OUTPUT SETTINGS] t [COMPONENT] t [576i] (p. 74) (Blue) PB/CB (Red) PR/CR A/V connecting cable (supplied) (SETTINGS) t [OUTPUT SETTINGS] t [TV TYPE] t [16:9]/ [4:3] (p. 74) (White) • An A/V connecting cable is also needed to output audio signals. Connect the white and red plugs of the A/ V connecting cable to the audio input jack of your TV.
Playing the image on a TV (Continued) When connecting to your TV via a VCR Connect your camcorder to the LINE IN input on the VCR using the A/V connecting cable. Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE (VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, etc.). When your TV is monaural (When your TV has only one audio input jack) Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video input jack and connect the white (left channel) or red (right channel) plug to the audio input jack of your TV or VCR.
Editing (OTHERS) category This category enables you to edit the images on a disc or a “Memory Stick Duo.” In addition, this category enables you to utilize your camcorder by connecting it to other devices. Deleting images You can delete the images recorded on a disc or a “Memory Stick Duo” using your camcorder. Insert a recorded disc or “Memory Stick Duo” into your camcorder. b Notes • Images cannot be restored once they are deleted. • During Easy Handycam operation, you cannot delete movies.
Deleting images (Continued) 5 Touch t [YES] t . To delete all movies on the disc at one time In step 3, touch [ DELETE ALL] t [YES] t [YES] t . 2 Touch [ DELETE]. 3 Touch [ DELETE]. 4 Touch the still image to be deleted. To delete the last recorded movie In step 3, touch [ LAST SCENE DEL] t t [YES] t . To delete SD (standard definition) image quality movies • You can delete movies on DVD-RW (VR mode) discs without any restrictions.
Dividing the image b Notes b Notes • During Easy Handycam operation, you cannot divide movies. Cancel Easy Handycam operation. 1 On the (HOME MENU), touch (OTHERS) t [EDIT]. 2 Touch [DIVIDE]. The movie is played back. Editing 3 Touch the movie to be divided. • Movies cannot be restored once they are divided. • Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder while editing images. It may damage the disc.
Creating the Playlist To add all the movies on the disc in the Playlist A Playlist is a list showing thumbnails of the movies that you have selected. The original scenes are not changed, even if you edit or delete the scenes in the Playlist. Make sure to insert the recorded disc into your camcorder. b Notes • You can do this operation only with DVD-RW (VR mode) for the SD (standard definition) image quality.
2 Touch [ERASE]. To erase all the scenes from the Playlist, touch [ERASE ALL] t [YES] t [YES] t . 3 Select the scene to be deleted from the list. Destination bar Press and hold the image on the LCD screen to confirm the image. 6 Touch t [YES] t . z Tips • The original scenes are not changed even if you erase the scenes from the Playlist. To change the order within the Playlist 1 On the (HOME MENU), touch (OTHERS) t [PLAYLIST EDIT]. 2 Touch [MOVE]. 3 Select the scene to be moved.
Dubbing to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders You can dub images played back on your camcorder to other recording devices, such as VCRs or DVD/HDD recorders. Connect the device in either of the following ways. Connect your camcorder to the wall socket using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 18). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected. b Notes • Movies recorded with HD (high definition) image quality will be dubbed with SD (standard definition) image quality.
Printing recorded images (PictBridge 1 Insert the recorded disc into your camcorder. compliant printer) You can print out still images using a PictBridge compliant printer, without connecting the camcorder to a computer. 2 Turn on your camcorder, and press (VIEW IMAGES). Set [TV TYPE] according to the display device (p. 74). 3 Insert the recording media in the recording device.
Printing recorded images (PictBridge compliant printer) (Continued) b Notes Printing 1 Touch the still image to be printed. The selected image is marked with . Press and hold the image on the LCD screen to confirm the image. Touch screen. to return to the previous 2 Touch (OPTION), set the following options, then touch . [COPIES]: Set number of copies of a still image to be printed. You can set up to 20 copies. [DATE/TIME]: Select [DATE], [DAY&TIME], or [OFF] (no date/time printed).
Utilizing Recording Media (MANAGE DISC/ MEMORY) category This category enables you to use a disc or a “Memory Stick Duo” for various purposes. (MANAGE DISC/MEMORY) category Item list FINALIZE DISC SELECT GUIDE Your camcorder advises you of the right disc for your purpose (p. 58). FORMAT You can format and use the disc again (p. 59). FORMAT You can format and use the “Memory Stick Duo” again (p. 60). UNFINALIZE You can unfinalize a disc and record more images on it (p. 61).
Making the disc compatible with playback on other devices or DVD drives (Finalizing) (Continued) Operation flow The following operations are for the discs recorded with HD (high definition) image quality. To play back a disc on another device for the first time (p. 55) Playback on other device AVCHD-compatible device Finalize Computer Make a desired disc menu. To add recordings to a finalized disc (p. 61) Recordings cannot be added. Make a new recording Recordings cannot be added.
To play back a disc on another device after adding a recording (p. 55) Playback on other device AVCHD-compatible device Finalize Computer Make a desired disc menu. b Notes • It takes from a minute to a maximum of several hours to finalize a disc. The shorter the amount of material recorded on the disc, the longer it takes for finalizing. • Use the AC Adaptor as the power source to prevent your camcorder from running out of power during finalizing.
Making the disc compatible with playback on other devices or DVD drives (Finalizing) (Continued) b Notes • Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder, and do not disconnect the AC Adaptor during finalizing. When you need to disconnect the AC Adaptor, make sure that the power of your camcorder is set to off and disconnect the AC Adaptor after the (Movie) or (Still) lamp goes off. Finalizing restarts when you connect the AC Adaptor and turn on your camcorder again.
Playing a disc on other devices Playing a disc on other devices The kind of device you can play a disc on depends on the image quality (HD (high definition) or SD (standard definition)) selected when the disc was recorded. For details, refer to the instruction manual supplied with your device or consult your dealer. Discs recorded with HD (high definition) image quality Discs recorded with SD (standard definition) image quality You can play these discs back on DVD devices.
Playing a disc on other devices (Continued) Finding the right disc - DISC SELECT GUIDE The volume label of the disc recorded with SD (standard definition) image quality Select the option that is right for you on the screen, then you will be informed of the appropriate disc for your purposes. The date when the disc was first used is recorded.
Deleting all scenes on the disc (Formatting) Formatting the disc Formatting makes the recorded disc new and reusable by deleting all the data recorded on the disc. The recording capacity of the disc is recovered by formatting it. A DVD-R/DVD+R DL cannot be formatted. Replace it with a new disc. 2 Turn on your camcorder. 3 Insert the disc to be formatted into your camcorder. 4 On the [ (HOME MENU), touch (MANAGE DISC/MEMORY) t FORMAT].
Deleting all scenes on the disc (Formatting) (Continued) The disc will be formatted in the recording image quality and format you selected. When the disc is formatted, you can start recording on the disc. 2 Insert the “Memory Stick Duo” to be formatted into your camcorder. 3 On the To format a disc with SD (standard definition) image quality [ (HOME MENU), touch (MANAGE DISC/MEMORY) t FORMAT]. • Select the recording format, VIDEO mode or VR mode, for DVD-RW (p. 12).
Recording additional scenes after finalizing You can record additional material on the finalized DVD-RW/DVD+RW after the following steps, if there is space to record on the disc. 1 Connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack on your camcorder, then connect the mains lead to the wall socket. material on the disc without any additional steps. • To unfinalize DVD-RW (VIDEO mode), perform (MANAGE DISC/ MEMORY) t [UNFINALIZE] on the HOME MENU. • If you have created a DVD menu (p.
Customizing Your Camcorder What you can do with the (SETTINGS) category of the HOME MENU You can change the recording functions and the operating settings for your convenience. Using the HOME MENU 3 Touch the desired setup item. If the item is not on the screen, touch v/ V to change the page. 1 Turn on your camcorder, then press (HOME). (HOME) 4 Touch the desired item. If the item is not on the screen, touch v/ V to change the page. (HOME) (SETTINGS) category 5 Change the setting, then touch .
Items Page Items Page AUTO SLW SHUTTR 66 LCD COLOR 73 X.V.COLOR 66 VF B.LIGHT 73 GUIDEFRAME 66 ZEBRA 66 REMAINING OUTPUT SETTINGS (p. 74) 66 Items Page SUB-T DATE 66 TV TYPE 74 FLASH LEVEL 70 DISP OUTPUT 74 REDEYE REDUC 70 COMPONENT 74 DIAL SETTING*1 67 PHOTO SETTINGS (p. 68) CLOCK/ LANG (p. 75) Items Page 21 Page CLOCK SET*2 IMAGE SIZE*2 68 AREA SET 75 QUALITY 70 SUMMERTIME 75 Items FILE NO. 70 LANGUAGE SET*2 AE SHIFT*1 64 WB SHIFT*1 GENERAL SET (p.
MOVIE SETTINGS (Items for recording movies) REC MODE You can select a recording mode to record a movie with SD (standard definition) image quality from 3 levels. SD HQ Touch 1, then 2. If the item is not on the screen, touch v/V to change the page. How to set (HOME MENU) t page 62 (OPTION MENU) t page 77 The default settings are marked with B. REC MODE You can select a recording mode to record a movie with HD (high definition) image quality from 4 levels. B SD SP Records in standard quality mode.
WB SHIFT (White Balance Shift) (HDRUX7E) Select [ON] to adjust the white balance to the desired setting using / . and the setting value appear when [WB SHIFT] is anything other than the default setting. z Tips b Notes • Set [TV TYPE] correctly according to the TV connected for playback (p. 74). DIGITAL ZOOM You can select the maximum zoom level in case you want to zoom to a level greater than 10 × (the default setting) during recording. Note that the image quality decreases when you use the digital zoom.
MOVIE SETTINGS (Continued) AUTO SLW SHUTTR (Auto Slow Shutter) The shutter speed becomes 1/25 seconds automatically when shooting in dark places (the default setting is [ON]). B OFF The zebra pattern is not displayed. 70 The zebra pattern appears at a screen brightness level of about 70 IRE. 100 X.V.COLOR When recording, set to [ON] to capture wider range of colors. Various colors such as the brilliant color of flowers and turquoise blue of the sea can be more faithfully reproduced. b Notes • Set [X.V.
b Notes • Discs recorded with HD (high definition) image quality can be played on AVCHD format compatible devices only (p. 57). FLASH LEVEL DIAL SETTING (HDRUX7E) You can select an item you want to set to the camera control dial. For details, see page 35. You can set this function when you shoot still images using the built-in flash, or an external flash (optional) that is compatible with your camcorder. HIGH( ) Makes the flash level higher. B NORMAL( ) LOW( ) Makes the flash level lower.
PHOTO SETTINGS (Items for recording still images) Allows the maximum number of still images to be recorded. b Notes • [ IMAGE SIZE] can be set only during recording standby. Touch 1, then 2. If the item is not on the screen, touch v/V to change the page. Capacity of the “Memory Stick Duo” (MB) and the number of recordable images How to set When the POWER switch is (HOME MENU) t page 62 (OPTION MENU) t page 77 4.0M 2304 × 1728 The default settings are marked with B. 4.0M IMAGE SIZE 3.0M 1.
6.1M 2848 × 2136 4.6M 3.1M 2848 × 2048 × 1602 1536 6.1M 4.6M VGA 640 × 480 HDR-UX7E 4.6M 2848 × 1602 3.1M 3.4M 2136 × 1602 3.4M 4.
PHOTO SETTINGS (Continued) QUALITY B FINE ( ZEBRA ) See page 66. Records still images at the fine image quality level. STANDARD ( ) Records still images at the standard image quality level. FILE NO. B SERIES Assigns file numbers in sequence even if the “Memory Stick Duo” is replaced with another one. RESET Assigns file numbers individually for each “Memory Stick Duo.” AE SHIFT (HDR-UX7E) See page 64. WB SHIFT (White Balance Shift) (HDRUX7E) See page 65. NIGHTSHOT LIGHT See page 65.
VIEW IMAGES SET (Items to customize the display) CAMERA DATA Movie Touch 1, then 2. If the item is not on the screen, touch v/V to change the page. How to set Still image (HOME MENU) t page 62 (OPTION MENU) t page 77 The default settings are marked with B. DATA CODE B OFF Data code is not displayed. DATE/TIME C SteadyShot off D Brightness E White balance F Gain G Shutter speed H Aperture value I Exposure Displays the date and time.
VIEW IMAGES SET (Continued) SOUND/DISP SET (Items to adjust the sound and the screen) DISPLAY You can select the number of thumbnails that appear on the VISUAL INDEX screen. Thumbnail Glossary (p. 123) B ZOOM LINK Change the number of thumbnails (6 or 12) with the zoom lever on your camcorder.* 6IMAGES Displays thumbnails of 6 images. 12IMAGES Displays thumbnails of 12 images. * You can operate with the zoom buttons on the LCD frame or on the Remote Commander. Touch 1, then 2.
b Notes LCD BL LEVEL You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen’s backlight. B NORMAL Standard brightness. • When you connect your camcorder to outside power sources, [BRIGHT] is automatically selected for the setting. • When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is slightly reduced during recording. z Tips BRIGHT Brightens the LCD screen. • This adjustment does not affect the recorded images in any way.
OUTPUT SETTINGS (Items for when connecting other devices) DISP OUTPUT B LCD PANEL Shows displays such as the time code on the LCD screen and in the viewfinder. V-OUT/PANEL Touch 1, then 2. If the item is not on the screen, touch v/V to change the page. How to set Shows displays such as the time code on the TV screen, LCD screen, and in the viewfinder. COMPONENT (HOME MENU) t page 62 (OPTION MENU) t page 77 The default settings are marked with B.
CLOCK/ LANG GENERAL SET (Items to set clock and language) (Other setup items) Touch 1, then 2. If the item is not on the screen, touch v/V to change the page. Touch 1, then 2. If the item is not on the screen, touch v/V to change the page. How to set How to set (HOME MENU) t page 62 (OPTION MENU) t page 77 CLOCK SET See page 21. AREA SET SUMMERTIME You can change this setting without stopping the clock. Set to [ON] to move the time forward 1 hour.
GENERAL SET (Continued) A.SHUT OFF (Auto shut off) B 5 min The camcorder is automatically turned off when you do not operate your camcorder for more than approximately 5 minutes. NEVER The camcorder is not automatically turned off. b Notes • When you connect your camcorder to a wall socket, [A.SHUT OFF] is automatically set to [NEVER]. REMOTE CTRL (Remote control) The default setting is [ON], allowing you to use the supplied Remote Commander (p. 119).
Activating functions using the The OPTION MENU appears just like the pop-up window that appears when you right-click the mouse on a computer. Various functions are displayed in the context of the operation. Using the OPTION MENU 1 While using your camcorder, touch (OPTION) on the screen. OPTION MENU 3 Change the setting, then touch . When the item you want is not on the screen Touch another tab. If you cannot find the item anywhere, the function does not work under the situation.
Activating functions using the OPTION MENU (Continued) See Recording items on the OPTION MENU See page 77 for setting operation. Items * See page 77 for setting operation. Page tab Items * Page tab FOCUS - 79 DELETE a 45 SPOT FOCUS - 79 DELETE ALL a 46 TELE MACRO - 79 EXPOSURE - 80 SPOT METER - 80 DIVIDE a 47 AE SHIFT (HDR-UX7E) a 64 ERASE a 48 SCENE SELECTION - 80 ERASE ALL a 49 WHITE BAL.
Details on the OPTION MENU items Items you can set only on the OPTION MENU will be described below. – When the focus is adjusted manually. • You can also adjust the focus manually using the camera control dial (p. 35) (HDR-UX7E). The default settings are marked with B. SPOT FOCUS FOCUS You can adjust the focus manually. You can select this function also when you want to focus on a certain subject intentionally. To adjust the focus automatically, touch [AUTO] t in step 1.
Details on the OPTION MENU items (Continued) b Notes • When recording a distant subject, focusing may be difficult and can take some time. • Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 79) when it is hard to focus automatically. appears. 2 Touch [END]. To return the setting to automatic exposure, touch [AUTO] t [END] in step 1. b Notes EXPOSURE You can fix the brightness of a picture manually. Adjust the brightness when the subject is too bright or too dark.
FIREWORKS* ( ) b Notes • If you set [SCENE SELECTION], [WHITE BAL.] setting is canceled. Fireworks are recorded in all their splendor. LANDSCAPE*( ) WHITE BAL. (White balance) You can adjust the color balance to the brightness of the recording environment. B AUTO Shoots distant subjects clearly. This setting also prevents your camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows that comes in between the camcorder and the subject.
Details on the OPTION MENU items (Continued) b Notes • Set [WHITE BAL.] to [AUTO] or adjust the color in [ONE PUSH] under white or cool white fluorescent lamps. • When you select [ONE PUSH], keep shooting a white object while is flashing quickly. • flashes slowly if [ONE PUSH] could not be set. • When [ONE PUSH] was selected, if keeps flashing after touching . set [WHITE BAL.] to [AUTO]. • If you set [WHITE BAL.], [SCENE SELECTION] is set to [AUTO].
BLACK FADER D.EFFECT (Digital effect) If you select [OLD MOVIE], appears. You can add an old movie effect to images. To cancel [D.EFFECT], touch [OFF]. PICT.EFFECT (Picture effect) SELF-TIMER The self-timer records a still image after about 10 seconds. Press PHOTO to record still images when [SELF-TIMER] is set to [ON] and appears. To cancel the count down, touch [RESET]. To cancel the self-timer, select [OFF]. z Tips • You can also operate by pressing PHOTO on the Remote Commander (p. 119).
Using a Computer What you can do with Windows computer When you install the “Picture Motion Browser” on a Windows computer from the supplied CD-ROM, you can enjoy the following operations. z Tips • See page 88 when you use a Macintosh computer. thumbnails. These thumbnails can be enlarged and played in a slide show. x Creating a disc in AVCHD format Selected from the movies imported, you can create a disc consisting of movies with HD (high definition) image quality.
CPU: MMX Pentium 200 MHz or faster Others: USB port (this must be provided as standard) b Notes • Operations are not guaranteed on all the recommended environments. For example, other open or background applications running on currently may limit product performance. • Even in a computer environment where the operations are guaranteed, frames may be dropped from movies with HD (high definition) image quality, resulting in uneven playback.
Installing the “First Step Guide” and software Before connecting your camcorder to the computer, you need to install the “First Step Guide” and software to your Windows computer. The installation is required only for the first time. Contents to be installed and procedures may differ depending on your OS. z Tips 4 Click [FirstStepGuide]. 5 Select the desired language and the model name of your camcorder from the pull-down menu. • See page 88 when you use a Macintosh computer.
4 Confirm the area and country/ region you live in, then click [Next]. The software to be installed will be configured according to your country/ region. 5 Read [License Agreement], check [I accept the terms of the license agreement] if you agree, then click [Next]. 6 Connect your camcorder to your computer via a USB cable, then click [Next] on the connection confirmation screen. 7 Follow the instructions on the screen to install the software.
Viewing “First Step Guide” Using a Macintosh computer z Tips You can copy the still images from the “Memory Stick Duo” to the Macintosh. Install “First Step Guide” in the supplied CD-ROM. • See page 88 when you use a Macintosh computer. To view “First Step Guide” on your computer, Microsoft Internet Explorer Ver.6.0 or later is recommended. Double-click the shortcut icon of [First Step Guide] on the desktop.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you run into any problems using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer. • Overall operations/Easy Handycam/ Remote Commander..........................p. 89 • Batteries/Power sources ....................p. 90 • LCD screen/viewfinder .....................p. 91 • Discs/“Memory Stick Duo” ..............p. 91 • Recording ..........................................p.
Troubleshooting (Continued) Even if you press EASY, menu settings do not switch to their defaults automatically. • Following menu settings remain as they were set even during Easy Handycam operation. – [FILE NO.] – [VOLUME] – [TV TYPE] –[ DISPLAY] – [BEEP] – [SUB-T DATE] – [CLOCK SET] – [AREA SET] – [SUMMERTIME] – [ LANGUAGE SET] – [ IMAGE SIZE] – [WIDE SELECT] – [COMPONENT] – [DEMO MODE] – [DIAL SETTING] (HDR-UX7E) – [TIMING] and [RECORD SOUND] in [SMTH SLW REC] – [X.V.COLOR] Your camcorder vibrates.
The CHG (charge) lamp flashes while the battery pack is being charged. • Attach the battery pack to the camcorder correctly (p. 18). If the problem persists, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall socket and contact your Sony dealer. The battery pack may be damaged. The remaining battery time indicator does not indicate the correct time. • The temperature of the environment is too high or too low. This is not a malfunction. • Fully charge the battery again.
Troubleshooting (Continued) The indicators of the disc type and the recording format on the LCD screen are grayed out. • The disc may have been createdwith a device other than your camcorder. You can play back the disc with your camcorder, but you cannot record additional scenes. You cannot operate functions using the “Memory Stick Duo.” • If you use a “Memory Stick Duo” formatted on a computer, format it again on your camcorder (p. 60). able to record additional scenes (p. 61). Or use a new disc.
• Even if auto flash or (Auto redeye reduction) is selected, you cannot use the flash with: – NightShot – [SUPER NIGHTSHOT] – [TWILIGHT], [CANDLE], [SUNRISE&SUNSET], [FIREWORKS] [LANDSCAPE], [SPOTLIGHT], [BEACH] or [SNOW] in [SCENE SELECTION] – [MANUAL] in [EXPOSURE] – [SPOT METER] The actual recording time for movie is less than the expected approximate recording time of a disc. • Depending on an object, such as a fast moving object, the time available for recording may shorten (p. 13).
Troubleshooting (Continued) The screen image is dark, and the subject does not appear on the screen. • Press and hold DISP/BATT INFO for a few seconds to turn on the backlight (p. 23). Horizontal stripes appear on the image. • This occurs when recording images under a fluorescent lamp, sodium lamp, or mercury lamp. This is not a malfunction. Black bands appear when you record a TV screen or computer screen. • Set [STEADYSHOT] to [OFF] (p. 65) (HDR-UX3E/UX5E). [SUPER NIGHTSHOT] cannot be operated.
• Sound is not output when the LCD screen is closed. Open the LCD screen. • When you record sound with [MICREF LEVEL] (p. 83) set to [LOW], the recorded sound may be difficult to hear. • In case of [SMTH SLW REC], you cannot record sounds during shooting (about 3 seconds). Playing back a disc on other devices You cannot play back the disc, or the disc is not recognized. • To play back a disc recorded with HD (high definition) image quality, you need a device compatible with AVCHD format (p. 57).
Troubleshooting (Continued) • You cannot delete a scene during Easy Handycam operation. • A scene protected on another device cannot be deleted. Unable to copy the images from a disc to a “Memory Stick Duo.” • You cannot copy a movie from a disc to a “Memory Stick Duo” as a still image during playback on your camcorder. Unable to finalize. • Battery is running out during finalizing. Use the AC Adaptor. • The disc has already been finalized.
Cannot use Because of following settings When using the movies on a disc, a computer does not recognize your camcorder. [SPOT FOCUS] [SCENE SELECTION] [SUPER NIGHTSHOT] [FADER], [D.EFFECT] • Install Picture Motion Browser (p. 86). • Disconnect the USB device other than the keyboard, the mouse, and the camcorder from the computer. • Disconnect the cable from the computer and camcorder, restart the computer, then connect them again correctly. [COLOR SLOW SHTR] [FADER], [D.
Warning indicators and messages Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators If indicators appear on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder, check the following. Some symptoms you can fix by yourself. If the problem persists even after you have tried a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. C:04:00 101-0001 (Warning indicator pertaining to files) Slow flashing • The file is damaged. • The file is unreadable.
(High temperature warning) Slow flashing • The temperature of your camcorder is getting higher. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place. Fast flashing* • The temperature of your camcorder is extremely high. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place. (Warning indicator pertaining to “Memory Stick Duo”) • No “Memory Stick Duo” is inserted (p. 26). (Warning indicators pertaining to “Memory Stick Duo” formatting)* • The “Memory Stick Duo” is damaged.
Warning indicators and messages (Continued) disc may enable you to use the disc on your camcorder (DVD-RW/DVD+RW only) (p. 59). x “Memory Stick Duo” Reinsert the Memory Stick. • Reinsert the “Memory Stick Duo” a few times. If even then the indicator flashes, the “Memory Stick Duo” could be damaged. Try with another “Memory Stick Duo.” This Memory Stick is not formatted correctly. • Check the format, then format the “Memory Stick Duo” with your camcorder if necessary (p. 60, 105).
Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad Power supply On TV color systems You can use your camcorder in any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder within the AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz range. Your camcorder is a PAL-system-based camcorder. If you want to view the playback image on a TV, it must be a PALsystem-based TV with an AUDIO/VIDEO input jack.
Using your camcorder abroad (Continued) Setting to the local time You can easily set the clock to the local time by setting a time difference when using your camcorder abroad. Set (SETTINGS) t [CLOCK/ LANG] t [AREA SET] and [SUMMERTIME] on the HOME MENU (p. 21). World time difference Time-zone differences 102 Area setting Time-zone differences Area setting GMT Lisbon, London +11:00 Solomon Is.
Precautions and maintenance About the Disc symbol See page 12 for the details of discs which you can use with your camcorder. Notes on use • Hold the disc by its edge while supporting the center hole lightly. Do not touch the recording side (the opposite of the printed side when using a single-sided disc). Use of double-sided discs Double-sided discs allow you to record both sides of a disc.
Precautions and maintenance (Continued) Care and storage of the discs • Keep the disc clean, or the image quality of the audio and video output may deteriorate. • Clean the disc with a soft cloth. Wipe the disc from the center out. For dirt, clean the disc with a soft cloth slightly moistened in water, then remove the moisture with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use solvents such as benzine, cleaners intended for vinyl LPs or antistatic spray, as they may cause a malfunction to the disc.
About the “Memory Stick” A “Memory Stick” is a compact, portable IC recording medium with a large data capacity. You can use only a “Memory Stick Duo,” which is about the half size of a standard “Memory Stick,” with your camcorder. However, we do not guarantee the operation of all types of “Memory Stick Duo” on your camcorder.
Precautions and maintenance (Continued) • Do not insert anything other than a “Memory Stick Duo” into the “Memory Stick Duo” slot. Doing so may cause a malfunction. x On a location for use Do not use or keep the “Memory Stick Duo” in the following locations: • Places subject to extremely high temperature, such as a car parked outside in the summer. • Places under direct sunlight. • Places with extremely high humidity or subject to corrosive gases.
To charge the battery pack • Be sure to charge the battery pack before you start using your camcorder. • We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F) until the CHG (charge) lamp turns off. If you charge the battery pack outside of this temperature range, you may not be able to charge it efficiently. • After charging is complete, disconnect the cable from the DC IN jack on your camcorder or remove the battery pack.
Precautions and maintenance (Continued) • • • • • • • • • • • • 108 – Near strong magnetic fields or mechanical vibration. The camcorder may malfunction. – Near strong radio waves or radiation. The camcorder may not be able to record properly. – Near AM receivers and video equipment. Noise may occur. – On a sandy beach or anywhere dusty. If sand or dust gets in your camcorder, it may malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired.
LCD screen • Do not exert excessive pressure on the LCD screen, as it may cause damage. • If your camcorder is used in a cold place, a residual image may appear on the LCD screen. This is not a malfunction. • While using your camcorder, the back of the LCD screen may heat up. This is not a malfunction. x To clean the LCD screen If fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen dirty, it is recommended you use a soft cloth to clean it.
Precautions and maintenance (Continued) Specifications • Store in a well-ventilated location subject to little dirt or dust. • To prevent mold, periodically clean the lens as described above. It is recommended that you operate your camcorder about once a month to keep it in optimum state for a long time.
Viewfinder Electric viewfinder (color) Image device (CMOS Sensor) HDR-UX3E/UX5E: CMOS: 5.9 mm (1/3 type) Recording pixels (still, 4:3): Max. 4.0 mega (2 304 × 1 728) pixels*2 Gross: Approx. 2 100 000 pixels Effective (movie, 16:9): 1 430 000 pixels Effective (movie, 4:3): 1 080 000 pixels Effective (still, 16:9): 1 490 000 pixels Effective (still, 4:3): 1 990 000 pixels HDR-UX3E/UX5E: 10 × (Optical) 20 ×, 80 × (Digital) Filter diameter: 37 mm (1 1/2 in.
Specifications (Continued) *3 The focal length figures are actual figures resulting from wide angle pixel readout. • Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Input/Output connectors Audio/Video output 10-pin connector Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms) Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms) Chrominance signal: 0.3 Vp-p, 75 Ω (ohms) Audio signal: 327 mV (at load impedance 47 kΩ (kilohms)), Output impedance with less than 2.
Mass (approx.) HDR-UX3E/UX5E: 530 g (1 lb 2 oz) main unit only 610 g (1 lb 5 oz) including the NPFH60 rechargeable battery pack and a disc HDR-UX7E: 590 g (1 lb 4 oz) main unit only 690 g (1 lb 8 oz) including the NPFH70 rechargeable battery pack and a disc Supplied accessories See page 17. AC Adaptor AC-L200/L200B NP-FH70 Maximum output voltage DC 8.4 V Output voltage DC 6.8 V Capacity 12.2 Wh (1 800 mAh) Dimensions (approx.) 31.8 × 33.3 × 45.0 mm (1 5/16 × 1 5/16 × 1 13/16 in.) (w/h/d) Mass (approx.
Specifications (Continued) On trademarks Notes on the License • “Handycam” and ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT OTHER THAN CONSUMER PERSONAL USE IN ANY MANNER THAT COMPLIES WITH THE MPEG-2 STANDARD FOR ENCODING VIDEO INFORMATION FOR PACKAGED MEDIA IS EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED WITHOUT A LICENSE UNDER APPLICABLE PATENTS IN THE MPEG-2 PATENT PORTFOLIO, WHICH LICENSE IS AVAILABLE FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C., 250 STEELE STREET, SUITE 300, DENVER, COLORADO 80206.
On GNU GPL/LGPL applied software The software that is eligible for the following GNU General Public License (hereinafter referred to as “GPL”) or GNU Lesser General Public License (hereinafter referred to as “LGPL”) are included in the camcorder. This informs you that you have a right to have access to, modify, and redistribute source code for these software programs under the conditions of the supplied GPL/LGPL. Source code is provided on the web. Use the following URL to download it.
Quick Reference Identifying parts and controls The numbers in ( ) are reference pages. A POWER switch (21) B (flash) button (33) C /CHG (charge) lamp (18, 33) external flash to prevent charging noise being recorded. • You cannot use an external flash (optional) and the built-in flash at the same time. • When an external microphone (optional) is connected, it takes precedence over the internal microphone (p. 32). D REMOTE jack Connect other optional accessories.
HDR-UX3E/UX5E When an external microphone (optional) is connected, it takes precedence over the internal microphone (p. 32). J i (headphones) jack (HDR-UX7E) K Speaker Playback sounds come out from the speaker. For how to adjust the volume, see page 38.
Identifying parts and controls (Continued) A Disc cover OPEN switch/ACCESS lamp (24) B Internal microphone (32) An Active Interface Shoe compatible microphone (optional) will take precedence when connected. C Flash (33) D Lens (Carl Zeiss Lens) (6) E MANUAL button (35) (HDR-UX7E) F Camera control dial (35) (HDR-UX7E) G Power zoom lever (32, 39) H PHOTO button (31) I BACK LIGHT button (34) J NIGHTSHOT switch (34) K Camera recording lamp (30) Lights up in red during recording.
Remote Commander button or an item with b / B / v / V, then press ENTER to enter. b Notes • Remove the insulation sheet before using the Remote Commander. Insulation sheet • Point the Remote Commander towards the remote sensor to operate your camcorder (p. 118). • When no commands have been sent from the Remote Commander in a certain period, the orange frame disappears. When you press any of b / B / v / V, or ENTER again, the frame appears at the position where it was displayed last.
Indicators displayed during recording/playback Recording movies M Appears while a still image is being saved. N Recording folder z Tips • When using the Dual Rec function, the movie and still image shooting screens are both shown together. The display position differs slightly from that during normal operation. • As the number of still images recorded in “Memory Stick Duo” increases, new folders are automatically created to store them.
Viewing still images Indicators when you made changes Following indicators appear during recording/playback to indicate the settings of your camcorder. Upper left Upper right K Image size (68) L Current still image number /Total number of recorded still images M Data file name N Slide show button (39) O Previous/Next button (38) Bottom Center Upper left Indicator Meaning P Playback folder 5.
Indicators displayed during recording/playback (Continued) Bottom Indicator Meaning Picture effect (83) Digital effect (83) Manual focus (79) 9 SCENE SELECTION (80) Backlight (34) . n White balance (81) SteadyShot off (65) SPOT METER (80)/ EXPOSURE (80) AE SHIFT (64) (HDRUX7E) WB SHIFT (65) (HDRUX7E) Tele macro (79) Zebra (66) X.V.COLOR (66) Data code during recording The date, time, and camera setting data of the recorded images are recorded automatically on the disc and “Memory Stick Duo.
Quick Reference Glossary x 5.1ch surround sound x Thumbnail A system that plays back sound on 6 speakers, 3 at the front (left, right and center) and 2 at the rear (right and left) with an additional low-pass subwoofer counted as a 0.1 channel for frequencies of 120 Hz or lower. Reduced-size images which enable you to view many images at the same time. “VISUAL INDEX” and “disc menu” use a thumbnail display system.
Quick Reference Index Numeric 12IMAGES...........................72 16:9.......................................74 16:9 WIDE ...........................65 21-pin adaptor.......................44 4:3...................................65, 74 COLOR SLOW SHTR (Color Slow Shutter) ........... 82, 94, 97 COMPONENT..................... 74 Computer ............................. 84 E Connection Easy Handycam....................27 5.1ch surround recording......32 AUTO SLW SHUTTR (Auto Slow Shutter).............
Number of recordable pictures.......................... 68 Creating .........................48 VIEW IMAGES SET ....71 HQ ........................................64 MICREF LEVEL ................. 83 ERASE ..........................48 HQ+ ......................................64 Mirror mode ......................... 34 MOVE ...........................49 SOUND/DISP SET .......72 DIVIDE .........................49 Moisture condensation ....... 108 I Movie Playback ........................
Index (Continued) SPOT FOCUS ................79, 97 W SPOT METER (Flexible spot meter)..............................80, 97 Warning indicators............... 98 SPOTLIGHT ........................81 STANDARD ........................70 STEADYSHOT........65, 93, 97 Warning messages ............... 99 WB SHIFT (White Balance Shift) .................................... 65 Still image.......................31, 37 WHITE BAL. (White balance).......................... 81, 97 SUB-T DATE.......................
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