Click Table of Contents Handycam Handbook HDR-XR100E/XR105E/XR106E/XR200E/ XR200VE Useful Recording Techniques Index 2009 Sony Corporation 4-121-424-11(1) GB
Using the Handycam Handbook Searching for information quickly Table of Contents You will find information on using your camcorder to its fullest in this Handycam Handbook. Read the Handycam Handbook in addition to the Operating Guide (a separate volume). Information on using your camcorder connected to a computer will be found in the Operating Guide and the PMB Guide that is the Help of the supplied “PMB (Picture Motion Browser)” software.
Table of contents Step 1: Charging the battery pack.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Changing the language setting.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Utilizing recording media Changing the recording medium.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Selecting the recording media for movies.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Selecting the recording media for photos.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Index Deleting movies and photos.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inserting “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Checking the media information.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Deleting all movies and photos (Formatting).. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Preventing data on the internal hard disk from being recovered.. . . . . . . . . . . .
Useful recording techniques Checking your golf swing SMTH SLW REC........................................... 37 AUTO BACK LIGHT....................................... 79 BEACH...................................................... 102 SNOW...................................................... 102 Compensating for camera shake during movie recording Table of Contents Getting a good shot of a ski slope or beach Capturing smiles automatically SMILE SHUTTER.......................................
Parts and controls Figures in ( ) are reference pages. HDR-XR100E/XR105E/XR106E When you open or close the shoe cover, slide it as indicated by the arrow. When you are recording movies with an external flash (sold separately) connected to the accessory shoe, turn off the power of the external flash to prevent charging noise being recorded. You cannot use an external flash (sold separately) and the built-in flash at the same time.
can close the LCD panel with the LCD screen facing out. This is convenient during playback operations. (HOME) button (12) Zoom buttons (35, 48) Table of Contents START/STOP button (25, 32) HDR-XR100E/XR105E/XR106E (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (21) CHG lamp (HDR-XR100E/XR105E/ HDR-XR200E/XR200VE While the lamp is lit or flashing, the camcorder is reading or writing data.
///, then press ENTER to enter. Wireless Remote Commander Notes Remove the insulation sheet before using the Wireless Remote Commander. Only for HDR-XR200E/XR200VE To change the battery of the Wireless Remote Commander While pressing on the tab, inset your fingernail into the slit to pull out the battery case. PHOTO button (27, 34) The on-screen image when you press this button will be recorded as a still image. Place a new battery with the + side facing up.
Indicator Screen indicators Meaning Recording/playback media (69) Upper left Center Upper right Counter (hour:minute: seond) (27, 40) [00min] Estimated recording remaining time (27, 40) FADER (104) LCD backlight off (38) Drop sensor off (98) Bottom Upper left Indicator 9999 9999 Meaning HOME button (12) AUDIO MODE (74) Self-timer recording (105) 100/112 YOUR LOCATION (58) Flash, REDEYE REDUC (78, 83) Bottom Indicator BLT-IN ZOOM MIC (104) DETECTION SET (85) WIDE SELECT (74) Rem
Indicator Meaning VISUAL INDEX button (29, 42) Table of Contents Indicators and their positions are approximate and may differ from what you actually see. Some indicators may not appear depending on the model.
Using the HELP function Using the To see the descriptions on the HOME MENU, touch (HELP) on the HOME MENU screen. (The bottom of turns orange.) Then, touch the item you want to know about. Using the HOME MENU OPTION MENU The OPTION MENU appears just like the pop-up window that appears when you right-click the mouse on a computer. The menu items you can change in the context appears. When you press the (HOME) button, the HOME MENU appears. You can change the settings of your camcorder, etc.
Menu lists List of the USB CONNECT USB CONNECT p. 66 USB CONNECT HOME MENU DISC BURN p. 66 Operating Guide DOWNLOAD MUSIC*4 MOVIE*1 PHOTO*1 SMTH SLW REC TV CONNECT Guide*1 MUSIC TOOL DOWNLOAD MUSIC*1*4 p. 31 p. 33 p. 37 EMPTY MUSIC*1*4 BATTERY INFO (VIEW IMAGES) category VISUAL INDEX*1 MAP*1*3 FILM ROLL*1 FACE*1 PLAYLIST p. 42 p. 43 p. 44 p. 45 p. 64 DELETE p. 56 YOUR LOCATION*1*3 PHOTO CAPTURE MOVIE DUB DUB p. 58 p. 59 DUB PHOTO COPY COPY by select COPY by date (SETTINGS) category p.
FLASH LEVEL*4 REDEYE REDUC* p. 83 CONVERSION LENS p. 83 AUTO BACK LIGHT p. 83 SMILE SHUTTER* List of the Following items are available on the OPTION MENU only. p. 84 p. 85 2 OPTION MENU tab VIEW IMAGES SET / SET DATA CODE p. 86 SPOT MTR/FCS p. 86 SPOT METER p. 99 SPOT FOCUS p. 100 p. 99 SOUND/DISP SET VOLUME*1 p. 89 TELE MACRO p. 100 BEEP*1 p. 89 EXPOSURE p. 101 LCD BRIGHT p. 89 FOCUS p. 101 LCD BL LEVEL p. 89 SCENE SELECTION p. 102 LCD COLOR p. 90 WHITE BAL. p.
Read this before operating your camcorder Battery pack The numbers in ( ) are the supplied quantity. AC Adaptor (1) Power cord (Mains lead) (1) Component A/V cable (1) A/V connecting cable (1) USB cable (1) Wireless Remote Commander (1) Only for HDR-XR200E/XR200VE A button-type lithium battery is already installed.
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 in the viewfinder and on the LCD screen. These points are normal results of the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way.
you can save your image data using a VCR, or a DVD/HDD recorder (p. 66). hard disk drive of your camcorder. Note on disposal/transfer Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder The hard disk of the camcorder may not be recognized, or recording or playback may not be possible. Especially, during recording/playback, do not apply shock. After recording, do not apply vibration or shock to the camcorder, while the ACCESS lamp is lit.
Getting started Step 1: Charging the battery pack Table of Contents Battery pack DC IN jack DC plug Power cord (mains lead) ACCESS lamp (hard disk) To the wall outlet (wall socket) You can charge the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (H series) after attaching it to your camcorder. You cannot attach any “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack other than the H series to your camcorder. 1 2 3 Turn off your camcorder by closing the LCD screen.
When your camcorder is on, you can check the approximate amount of remaining battery power with the remaining battery indicator at the upper left on the LCD screen. Charging time Approximate time (min.) required when you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack. Charging time 135 135 170 390 Table of Contents Battery pack NP-FH50 NP-FH60 (supplied) NP-FH70 NP-FH100 Time measured with the camcorder at 25 C (77 F). 10 C to 30 C (50 F to 86 F) is recommended.
Notes on the AC Adaptor Table of Contents Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (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. Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic objects. This may cause a malfunction.
Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time Your camcorder is turned on. To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is open, press POWER. POWER Table of Contents 1 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder. (Movie): To record movies (Photo): To record photos / , then touch [NEXT]. Touch the button on the LCD screen. 3 To set the date and time again, touch (HOME) (SETTINGS) [CLOCK/ LANG] [CLOCK SET].
Once the clock is set, the clock time is automatically adjusted with [AUTO CLOCK ADJ] and [AUTO AREA ADJ] set to [ON] (p. 94). The clock may not be adjusted to the correct time automatically, depending on the country/region selected for your camcorder. In this case, set [AUTO CLOCK ADJ] and [AUTO AREA ADJ] to [OFF] (HDR-XR200VE). To turn off the power (Movie) lamp flashes for a few seconds, and the power is turned POWER Table of Contents Close the LCD screen. The off.
Recording/Playback Five pieces of advice for successful recording Table of Contents Stabilizing your camcorder When you hold the camcorder, keep your upper body upright, and hold your arms close to your body. The SteadyShot function is effective against camera-shake, however, it is essential that you not move the camcorder. Zooming smoothly Zoom in and out slowly and smoothly. And, use zooming sparingly. Excessive zooming will make movies that may make the viewer feel tired when viewing them.
Recording and playing movies and photos easily Easy Handycam Operation) ( When Easy Handycam operation is started, nearly all menu settings are reset to the default settings automatically. (Some menu items retain the settings that were made before Easy Handycam operation.) Table of Contents Simply press EASY. You can record or play movies and photos easily (Easy Handycam operation).
Press EASY. appears on the LCD screen. Table of Contents Press START/STOP to start recording. Useful Recording Techniques [STBY] [REC] To stop recording, press START/STOP again. Tips The [REC MODE] is fixed to [HD SP] or [SD SP] (p. 73).
Shooting photos Open the LCD screen of your camcorder. Your camcorder is turned on. To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is already open, press POWER (p. 21). Table of Contents For HDR-XR100E/XR105E/XR106E Open the lens cover. Useful Recording Techniques Press EASY. appears on the LCD screen. Press MODE to turn on the (Photo) lamp.
Press PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus, then press it fully. Table of Contents Flashes Lights up When disappears, the photo is recorded on the internal hard disk. Open the LCD screen of your camcorder. Your camcorder is turned on. To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is already open, press POWER (p. 21). Press (VIEW IMAGES). Useful Recording Techniques Playing movies The VISUAL INDEX screen appears after some seconds.
Touch the (or ) tab () a desired movie (). HDR-XR100E/XR105E/XR106E Previous 6 images Next 6 images Table of Contents Searches for images by date (p. 47) HOME MENU Returns to the recording screen appears when you select standard definition image quality (SD) movies in [ / SET] (p. 86). appears with the movie or photo that was most recently played or recorded. If you touch the movie or photo with , you can continue playback from the previous time.
appears with the movie or photo that was most recently played or recorded. If you touch the movie or photo with , you can continue playback from the previous time. ( appears on the photo recorded on “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media.) Your camcorder starts playing the selected movie.
Your camcorder starts playing the selected photo. Next To the VISUAL INDEX screen Table of Contents Slide show/pause Previous Tips The setting of [DATA CODE] is fixed to [DATE/TIME] (p. 86). To change the recording media, select the recording media on [PHOTO MEDIA SET] (p. 69). To cancel Easy Handycam operation After you finish recording, or close menu setting screen, press EASY again. from the LCD screen. disappears Press (HOME) to display the menu items available for setup changes.
Recording In the default setting, movies are recorded with high definition image quality (HD) on the internal hard disk (p. 69, 73). Table of Contents Recording movies Fasten the grip belt. Open the LCD screen of your camcorder. Your camcorder is turned on. To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is already open, press POWER (p. 21). For HDR-XR100E/XR105E/XR106E Open the lens cover.
Press START/STOP to start recording. Table of Contents [STBY] [REC] To stop recording, press START/STOP again. Useful Recording Techniques See page 117 on the recordable time of movies. The maximum continuous recordable time of movies is about 13 hours. When a movie file exceeds 2 GB, the next movie file is created automatically. You can change the recording media and image quality (p. 69, 73).
In the default setting, a photo is recorded automatically when the camcorder detects the smile of a person during movie recording ([SMILE SHUTTER], p. 85). An orange frame appears around a face targeted for possible smile detection shot. You can capture photos from recorded movies (p. 59). (HOME) (CAMERA) [MOVIE]. You can switch the shooting mode by touching The recording date, time and condition are recorded automatically on the recording media. They are not displayed during recording.
Press PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus, then press it fully. Table of Contents Flashes Lights up When See page 118 on the recordable number of photos. (HOME) (SETTINGS) [PHOTO SETTINGS] To change the image size, touch (p. 80). [ IMAGE SIZE] a desired setting You can record photos during movie recording by pressing PHOTO ([Dual Rec], p. 36). Your camcorder flashes automatically when there is insufficient ambient light. The flash does not work during movie recording.
Useful functions for recording movies and photos You can magnify images with the power zoom lever or the zoom buttons on the LCD frame. The magnifying level of your camcorder is as follows: HDR-XR100E/XR105E/XR106E: 10 times the original size HDR-XR200E/XR200VE: 15 times the original size Move the power zoom lever slightly for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom. Notes Be sure to keep your finger on the power zoom lever.
Notes If you play back 5.1ch sound on your camcorder, 5.1ch sound is automatically converted and output in 2ch. To enjoy the 5.1ch surround sound of the movies recorded with high definition image quality (HD) in 5.1ch sound, you need an AVCHD format device compatible with 5.1ch surround. When you connect your camcorder with an HDMI cable (sold separately), the sound of high definition image quality (HD) movies recorded in 5.1ch sound is automatically output in 5.1ch sound.
Recording in mirror mode Table of Contents Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder , then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side . Tips A mirror-image of the subject appears on the LCD screen, but the image will be normal when recorded. Recording fast action in slow-motion (SMTH SLW REC) Touch (HOME) (CAMERA) [SMTH SLW REC].
[TIMING] Select the recording start point after START/STOP is pressed. The default setting is [3sec AFTER]. Table of Contents [3sec AFTER] [3sec BEFORE] Notes You cannot record sound with [SMTH SLW REC]. Image quality of [SMTH SLW REC] is not as good as that of normal recording. Switching the screen display, or turning the LCD backlight on/off Useful Recording Techniques Each time you press DISP, the screen indicators, such as remaining battery power, etc., turn on or off.
can remember where you recorded those movies and photos. In addition, you can acquire your current location information to check where you are at the moment (p. 58). Using the supplied software, “PMB,” you can display the movies and photos where you recorded them on a map. For details, see page 43. GPS indicators GPS reception status Function off No indicator The GPS switch is set to OFF, or the GPS receiver is not functioning normally.
Playback on the camcorder Playing movies Open the LCD screen of your camcorder. Table of Contents In the default setting, movies and photos that are recorded on the internal hard disk are played (p. 69). Your camcorder is turned on. To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is already open, press POWER (p. 21). Press (VIEW IMAGES). You can display the VISUAL INDEX screen by pressing as well. Touch (or (VIEW IMAGES) on the LCD screen ) tab () a desired movie ().
appears with the movie or photo that was most recently played or recorded. If you touch the movie or photo with , you can continue playback from the previous time. ( appears on the photo recorded on “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media.) HDR-XR200E/XR200VE Table of Contents To the list of recording dates (p. 47) Previous Next To return to recording mode : Displays the Highlight Playback screen (p. 46). : Displays the screen to select the index type ([ MAP] (HDR-XR200VE)/ [ FILM ROLL]/[ FACE]) (p.
To adjust the sound volume of movies While playing back movies, touch adjust with You can adjust the sound volume from the OPTION MENU. / Table of Contents Touch / during pause to play back movies slowly. / during playback, movies are played as fast as about 5 times about As you repeat touching 10 times about 30 times about 60 times. (HOME) (VIEW IMAGES) [VISUAL You can display the VISUAL INDEX by touching INDEX].
Useful functions for playing movies and photos Where movies and photos were recorded is marked on a map. You can select a movie or photo by recording location. Select the recording media which contains the movie or photo you want to play back before starting this operation (p. 69).
Touch the desired movie or photo. Table of Contents Playback starts from the selected scene. Notes Make sure that you set the GPS switch to ON prior to recording, to be able to create movies and photos that you can search for on the Map Index (p. 38). The map always displays the north at the top. When you record several movies and photos at the same location, the movie or photo recorded most recently will be displayed on the LCD screen.
Touch / to select the desired movie. Touch Playback starts from the selected scene. Tips You can also display the [Film Roll Index] screen by touching [ FILM ROLL]. (HOME) (VIEW IMAGES) Table of Contents / to search for the desired scene, then touch the scene you want to play back. Searching for desired scene by face (Face Index) Press (VIEW IMAGES). The VISUAL INDEX screen appears. HDR-XR100E/XR105E/XR106E: Touch (Face Index).
Notes Faces may not be detected depending on recording conditions. Example: People wearing glasses or hats, or who do not face towards the camera. Make sure that you set [FACE DETECTION] to [ON] (the default setting) prior to recording, to search movies on the Face Index (p. 84). (HOME) (VIEW IMAGES) Playing back a digest of your movies (HIGHLIGHT PLAYBACK) (HDR-XR200E/ XR200VE) Table of Contents Tips You can also display the [Face Index] screen by touching [ FACE].
To change music files You can transfer music files from audio CDs or MP3 files to your camcorder, and play them with Highlight Playback. To transfer music files, you need to install the software from the supplied CD-ROM on your computer. Turn on your camcorder and computer, connect them with the supplied USB cable, then touch [DOWNLOAD MUSIC] on the camcorder screen. (If the [USB CONNECT] screen does not (HOME) (OTHERS) [USB CONNECT]). For details, see the “PMB Guide.
Touch date on the screen. The recording dates of images are displayed on the screen. Returns to the VISUAL INDEX screen Table of Contents Touch / to select the date of the desired image, then touch . The images of the selected date are displayed on the VISUAL INDEX screen. Tips On the [Film Roll Index]/[Face Index] screen, you can use the Date Index function by following the steps 3 to 4. You can magnify photos from about 1.1 to 5 times the original size.
To cancel, touch . Table of Contents Adjust the magnification with W (Wide angle)/T (Telephoto). Playing back a series of photos (Slide show) The slide show begins from the selected photo. Useful Recording Techniques Touch on the photo playback screen. To stop the slide show Touch . To restart the slide show Touch again. Notes You cannot operate playback zoom during slide show.
Playing images on a TV Connecting a TV using [TV CONNECT Guide] Table of Contents Connection methods and the image quality (high definition (HD) or standard definition (SD)) viewed on the TV screen differ depending on what type of TV is connected, and the connectors used. You can connect your camcorder to the TV easily following the instructions displayed on the LCD screen, [TV CONNECT Guide]. Switch the input on the TV to the connected jack. Refer to the instruction manuals of the TV.
Connecting to a high definition TV High definition image quality (HD) movies are played back with high definition image quality (HD). Standard definition image quality (SD) movies are played back with standard definition image quality (SD). Table of Contents (p. 51) (p. 51) Camcorder Cable TV Component A/V cable (supplied) (Green) Y HOME MENU setting (SETTINGS) [OUTPUT SETTINGS] [COMPONENT] [1080i/576i] (p.
Connecting to a non-high-definition 16:9 (wide) or 4:3 TV High definition image quality (HD) movies are converted to standard definition image quality (SD) and played back. Standard definition image quality (SD) movies are played back with standard definition image quality (SD). To set the aspect ratio according to the connected TV (16:9/4:3) Set [TV TYPE] to [16:9] or [4:3] according to your TV (p. 91). Useful Recording Techniques (p. 53) (p. 53) (p.
: Signal flow Type Camcorder Cable (Green) Y (Blue) PB/CB (Red) PR/CR (White) (Red) HOME MENU setting (SETTINGS) [OUTPUT SETTINGS] [COMPONENT] [576i] (p. 92) (SETTINGS) [OUTPUT SETTINGS] [TV TYPE] [16:9]/[4:3]* (p. 91) Table of Contents Component A/V cable (supplied) TV Notes If you connect only component video plugs, audio signals are not output. Connect the white and red plugs to output audio signals.
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) If your TV/VCR has a 21-pin adaptor (EUROCONNECTOR) You need the 21-pin adaptor (sold separately) to connect your camcorder to a TV for viewing mark printed on the bottom surface only).
Operate your camcorder with the Remote Commander of the TV. You can do the following operations. to display (VIEW IMAGES) or (HOME) by pressing the SYNC MENU button display an index screen, such as the VISUAL INDEX screen, and play back the desired movies or photos by pressing up/down/left/right/enter buttons on the Remote Commander of your TV to Table of Contents Notes There may be some operations you cannot do with the Remote Commander.
Editing [ Deleting movies and photos DELETE] Touch and display the mark on the movies or photos to be deleted. You can free media space by deleting movies and photos from recording media. Select the recording medium that contains the movies and photos you want to delete before starting the operation (p. 69). For movies, select the image quality (p. 86). Notes You cannot restore images once they are deleted.
Table of Contents Touch / to select the recording date of the desired movies/photos, then touch . The movies/photos recorded on the selected date are displayed on the screen. Tips Touch the image down on the LCD screen to return to confirm the image. Touch to the previous screen. Touch [YES] .
Acquiring the current location information (HDR-XR200VE) Table of Contents You can display the current location on a map. Set the GPS switch to ON so that your camcorder can acquire the current location information (p. 38). acquired. If you hold a certain point, the map keeps scrolling. You can also display the current location by (HOME) (OTHERS) touching [ YOUR LOCATION]. Touch ( YOUR LOCATION) on the recording screen.
Capturing a photo from a movie Touch Touch (HOME) (OTHERS) [PHOTO CAPTURE]. The [PHOTO CAPTURE] screen appears. Touch the movie to be captured. The movie pauses. Play and pause . toggles as you press Adjust the capturing point with more precision after you selected the point with . Useful Recording Techniques The selected movie starts playback. Touch at the point where you want to capture. Returns to the beginning of the selected movie Touch Index 4 .
Dubbing/copying movies and photos from the internal hard disk to “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media Touch the image quality of the movie to be dubbed. Touch the type of dubbing. Dubbing movies Notes When you record a movie on “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media for the first time, create the (HOME) image database file by touching (MANAGE MEDIA) [REPAIR IMG.DB F.] [MEMORY STICK].
[DUB by date]: Select the recording date of the movie to be dubbed, then . You cannot select multiple touch dates. [COPY by select]: To copy selected photos [COPY by date]: To copy all photos of a specified date Touch [COPY by select]: Touch the photo to be copied, and mark with . You can select multiple photos. [YES] Table of Contents Select the photo to be copied. .
4 Protecting recorded movies and photos (Protect) Touch the movie or photo marked with in step 3. disappears. To protect all the movies and photos recorded on the same day at one time Tips You can protect movies and photos on the OPTION MENU. playback screen from 1 Touch (HOME) [EDIT]. (OTHERS) To protect movies, touch [ PROTECT] [ PROTECT]/ [ PROTECT]. 3 You can protect photos by selecting recording dates only when photos are recorded on the internal hard disk.
Dividing a movie 1 Touch (HOME) (OTHERS) [EDIT] [ DIVIDE]. 2 3 Tips You can divide an image on the playback screen OPTION MENU. from Table of Contents Select the recording medium which contains the movie and the image quality you want to divide before the operation (p. 69, 86). media while dividing movies on “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media.
Using the Playlist of movies To add all the movies recorded on the same day at one time The Playlist is a list showing thumbnails of the movies that you have selected. The original movies are not changed even if you edit or delete the movies added to the Playlist. Select the recording media and the image quality you want to create, play, or edit a Playlist before the operation (p. 69, 86). Touch / to select the recording date .
Touch Playing the Playlist [YES] . Tips Even if you erase a movie from a Playlist, the original movie is not erased. Select the recording media and the image quality you want to play a Playlist before the operation (p. 69, 86). Touch (HOME) (OTHERS) [PLAYLIST EDIT]. MOVE]/[ MOVE]. Touch [ Select the movie to be moved. Movies added to the Playlist appear. Touch the movie you want to play back.
Creating a disc with a DVD writer, recorder recorded on “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media on the camcorder screen. You can save high definition image quality (HD) movies on a disc by connecting your camcorder to disc creation devices, such as a Sony DVD writer, with the USB cable. Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected. The method used to create a disc by connecting your camcorder to a Sony DVD writer with the USB cable is described here.
Notes Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 19). High definition image quality (HD) movies will be dubbed with standard definition image quality (SD). A/V Remote Connector Table of Contents A/V connecting cable (supplied) Connect the A/V connecting cable to the input jack of another device.
Checking the battery information Start playback on your camcorder, and record it on the recording device. You can check the estimated remaining capacity of the battery. Refer to the instruction manuals supplied with your recording device for details. When dubbing is finished, stop the recording device, and then your camcorder. Touch (HOME) [BATTERY INFO]. (OTHERS) The remaining battery capacity is shown.
Utilizing recording media Changing the recording medium Selecting the recording media for photos The [PHOTO MEDIA SET] screen appears. Touch the desired recording medium. Hard disk Movies Touch [YES] Photos “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media You can do recording, playback, and editing operations on the selected medium. See page 117 for the recordable time of movies. See page 118 for the number of recordable photos.
(“Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” media) * Marked with Mark2 or not, either can be used. See page 116 for the recordable time of “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media. Access lamp (“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media) The [Create a new Image Database File.] screen appears, if you insert new “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media when the (Movie) lamp is lit. “Memory Stick” media (You cannot use it in your camcorder.) Touch [YES]. You cannot use any type of memory card other than those mentioned above.
Deleting all movies and photos (Formatting) You can check the remaining recordable time for each recording mode of the recording media selected on [MOVIE MEDIA SET] (p. 69), and the approximate free and used media space of the recording media. Formatting deletes all the movies and photos to recover recordable free space. Notes Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using AC Adaptor supplied for this operation (p. 19). To avoid the loss of important images, you should save them (p.
4 Preventing data on the internal hard disk from being recovered Touch [EMPTY]. 5 Touch [YES] [YES] Notes If you perform [ EMPTY], all the images are deleted. To avoid the loss of important images, they should be saved (p. 66, see Operating Guide too) before performing [ EMPTY]. You cannot perform [ EMPTY] unless you connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket). Disconnect all cables except the AC Adaptor. Do not disconnect the AC Adaptor during the operation.
Customizing your camcorder MOVIE SETTINGS (Items for recording movies) The default settings are marked with . SET You can select image quality for recording, playback, or editing from high definition image quality (HD) or standard definition image quality (SD). Steps (HOME) (SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS] [ setting [YES] / Table of Contents / SET] a desired HD QUALITY Records, plays, or edits high definition image quality (HD) movies.
Notes If you record in the LP mode, the quality of movies may be degraded, or scenes with quick movements may appear with block noise when you play back the image. Tips See page 116 for the expected recording time of each recording mode. You can select the [REC MODE] for each recording media separately. Figures such as 16M in the table show the average bit rate. M stands for Mbps. AUDIO MODE You can change the recording sound format.
16:9 WIDE 4:3 ( Records movies to the full screen on a 16:9 (wide) TV screen. Records movies to the full screen on a 4:3 TV screen. ) Notes Set [TV TYPE] correctly according to the TV connected for playback (p. 91). You can select the maximum zoom level in case you want to zoom to a level greater than following optical zoom during recording. Note that the image quality decreases when you use the digital zoom.
STEADYSHOT You can compensate for camera shake. Set [ STEADYSHOT] to [OFF] ( ) when using a tripod (sold separately), then the image becomes natural. (SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS] [ STEADYSHOT] a desired HDR-XR100E/XR105E/XR106E ON Table of Contents Steps (HOME) setting The SteadyShot function is used. OFF ( The SteadyShot function is not used. ) HDR-XR200E/XR200VE ACTIVE Provides a more powerful SteadyShot effect.
may not be reproduced correctly. [X.V.COLOR] cannot be set to [ON]: When recording standard definition image quality (SD) movies While recording a movie. You can display the frame and check that the subject is horizontal or vertical. The frame is not recorded. Press DISP to make the frame disappear. Steps (HOME) setting (SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS] [GUIDEFRAME] a desired OFF ON Does not display the guide frame. Displays the guide frame.
FLASH MODE (HDR-XR200E/XR200VE) You can select the flash setting when you record photos using the built-in flash, or an external flash (sold separately) that is compatible with your camcorder. (SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS] [FLASH MODE] a desired AUTO Automatically flashes when there is insufficient ambient light. ON ( ) Always uses the flash regardless of the ambient brightness. OFF ( ) Records without flash.
OFF ON ( Does not prevent redeye. Prevents redeye. ) Notes The redeye reduction may not produce the desired effect due to individual differences and other conditions. The redeye function does not work with automatic recording using [SMILE SHUTTER]. When using a conversion lens (sold separately), use this function to record using the optimum compensation for camera shake and focus for each lens.
PHOTO SETTINGS (Items for recording photos) The default settings are marked with . You can select a photo size to be shot. Steps (HOME) setting 4.0M ( (SETTINGS) [PHOTO SETTINGS] [ Records photos in the high quality (2,304 × 1,728). ) 3.0M ( 1.9M ( Records photos in the high quality in the 16:9 (wide) ratio (2,304 × 1,296). ) Allows you to record more photos in relatively clear quality (1,600 × 1,200). ) VGA(0.
ON Emits infrared light. Does not emit infrared light. OFF Notes Do not cover the infrared port (p. 7) with your fingers or other objects. Remove the conversion lens (sold separately). The maximum shooting distance using [NIGHTSHOT LIGHT] is about 3 m (10 feet). STEADYSHOT (HDR-XR200E/XR200VE) You can compensate for camera shake. Set [ STEADYSHOT] to [OFF] ( ) when using a tripod (sold separately), then the image becomes natural.
OFF Does not display the guide frame. Displays the guide frame. ON Table of Contents Tips Positioning the subject at the cross point of the guide frame makes a balanced composition. FLASH MODE (HDR-XR200E/XR200VE) You can select the flash setting when you record photos using the built-in flash, or an external flash (sold separately) that is compatible with your camcorder.
REDEYE REDUC (Redeye reduction) (HDR-XR200E/XR200VE) Steps (HOME) setting (SETTINGS) [PHOTO SETTINGS] [REDEYE REDUC] a desired OFF ON ( Table of Contents You can set this function when you record photos using the built-in flash, or an external flash (sold separately) that is compatible with your camcorder. When you set [REDEYE REDUC] to [ON], then set [FLASH MODE] to [AUTO] or [ON], appears. You can prevent redeye by activating the pre-flash before the flash flashes.
FACE FUNC. SET (Items to set face function) The default settings are marked with . You can adjust the settings for the FACE DETECTION function. Steps (HOME) (SETTINGS) [FACE FUNC. SET] [FACE DET. SETTING] [FACE DETECTION]/[FRAME SETTING] a desired setting Table of Contents FACE DET. SETTING FACE DETECTION Detects the faces of your subjects and adjusts the focus/color/exposure automatically.
SMILE SHUTTER You can adjust the settings for the SMILE SHUTTER function. DETECTION SET The shutter is released when the camcorder detects a smile. DUAL CAPTURE ( ALWAYS ON ( ) OFF ) Table of Contents Steps (HOME) (SETTINGS) [FACE FUNC. SET] [SMILE SHUTTER] [DETECTION SET]/[SMILE SENSITIVITY]/[SMILE PRIORITY]/[FRAME SETTING] a desired setting Only during movie recording, the shutter is released automatically, when the camcorder detects a smile.
VIEW IMAGES SET (Items to customize the display) The default settings are marked with . SET You can select image quality for recording, playback, or editing from high definition image quality (HD) or standard definition image quality (SD). Steps (HOME) (SETTINGS) [VIEW IMAGES SET] [ setting [YES] / SET] a desired HD QUALITY Records, plays, or edits high definition image quality (HD) movies. SD QUALITY Records, plays, or edits standard definition image quality (SD) movies.
CAMERA DATA Movie Photo Table of Contents SteadyShot off Brightness White balance Gain Shutter speed Aperture value Exposure Tips The data code is displayed on the TV screen if you connect your camcorder to a TV. Depending on the recording media condition, bars [--:--:--] appear. HDR-XR200VE OFF Data code is not displayed. DATE/TIME Displays the date and time. CAMERA DATA Displays camera setting data. COORDINATES Displays coordinates.
CAMERA DATA Movie Photo Table of Contents SteadyShot off Brightness White balance Gain Shutter speed Aperture value Exposure COORDINATES Useful Recording Techniques Latitude Longitude Tips appears for a photo recorded using a flash. The data code is displayed on the TV screen if you connect your camcorder to a TV.
SOUND/DISP SET (Items to adjust the sound and the screen) The default settings are marked with . You can adjust the volume of playback sound. Steps (HOME) (SETTINGS) [SOUND/DISP SET] [VOLUME] (louder) (quieter)/ Table of Contents VOLUME BEEP Steps (HOME) (SETTINGS) [SOUND/DISP SET] [BEEP] a desired setting A melody sounds when you start/stop recording, or operate the touch panel. Cancels the melody. OFF LCD BRIGHT You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen.
When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is slightly reduced during recording. If you open the LCD panel 180 degrees to face the screen outside and close the LCD panel to the camcorder body, the setting becomes [NORMAL] automatically. Tips This adjustment does not affect the recorded images in any way. Table of Contents LCD COLOR You can adjust the color of the LCD screen.
OUTPUT SETTINGS (Items for when connected to a TV) The default settings are marked with . You need to convert the signal depending on the TV connected when playing back movies and photos. The recorded movies and photos are played back as following illustrations. Steps (HOME) (SETTINGS) [OUTPUT SETTINGS] [TV TYPE] a desired setting Table of Contents TV TYPE Select this to view your movies and photos on a 16:9 (wide) TV. The recorded movies and photos are played back as shown below.
DISP OUTPUT (Display output) You can set where the screen displays are to be output. (SETTINGS) [OUTPUT SETTINGS] [DISP OUTPUT] a desired LCD PANEL Shows displays such as the time code on the LCD screen. Shows displays such as the time code on the LCD screen, and on the TV screen. V-OUT/PANEL Table of Contents Steps (HOME) setting COMPONENT Select [COMPONENT] when connecting your camcorder to a TV with the component input jack.
SD CONTENTS Set the output image resolution recorded with standard definition image quality (SD). AUTO Normal setting (outputs the signal according to the TV automatically). Outputs the 576p signal. 576i Outputs the 576i signal.
CLOCK/ LANG (Items to set clock and language) The default settings are marked with . See page 21. AREA SET You can adjust a time difference without stopping the clock. Set your local area when using your camcorder in other time zones. Refer to the world time difference on page 121.
ON Compensates for the time difference with the current area automatically. Does not compensates for the time difference with the current area automatically. OFF SUMMERTIME You can change this setting without stopping the clock. Set to [ON] to move the time forward 1 hour. Steps (HOME) setting (SETTINGS) [CLOCK/ LANG] [SUMMERTIME] a desired OFF Does not set the summertime. Sets the summertime. ON You can select the language to be used on the LCD screen.
GENERAL SET (Other setup items) The default settings are marked with . When your camcorder is connected to a wall outlet (wall socket), a demonstration movie appear about 10 minutes after you turn on the (Movie) lamp by pressing MODE. Steps (HOME) (SETTINGS) [GENERAL SET] [DEMO MODE] a desired setting Table of Contents DEMO MODE ON The demonstration appears. The demonstration does not appear.
CALIBRATION See page 129. A.SHUT OFF (Auto shut off ) Steps (HOME) (SETTINGS) [GENERAL SET] [A.SHUT OFF] a desired setting Table of Contents You can set your camcorder to turn off automatically when you do not operate your camcorder for more than about 5 minutes. 5min The camcorder turns off automatically. The camcorder does not turn off automatically. NEVER Notes When you connect your camcorder to a wall outlet (wall socket), [A.SHUT OFF] is automatically set to [NEVER].
DROP SENSOR Your camcorder detects that it is dropping, and protects the internal hard disk. (SETTINGS) [GENERAL SET] [DROP SENSOR] a desired setting Activates the drop sensor. When it is detected that the camcorder is dropping, you may not be able to record or play back images correctly, to protect the internal hard disk. When dropping is detected, appears. ON OFF ( Deactivates the drop sensor.
Functions set in the OPTION MENU Items you can set only on the OPTION MENU will be described below. The default settings are marked with . You can adjust the brightness and focus for the selected subject simultaneously. This function enables you to use [SPOT METER] (p. 99) and [SPOT FOCUS] (p. 100) at the same time.
SPOT FOCUS You can select and adjust the focal point to aim it at a subject not located at the center of the screen. Table of Contents Steps [SPOT FOCUS] touch the point to be In recording mode, (OPTION) focused within the frame on the screen [END] To adjust the focus automatically, touch [AUTO]. Notes [FOCUS] is automatically set to [MANUAL]. This is useful to shoot small subjects, such as flowers or insects. You can blur out backgrounds and the subject stands out clearer.
EXPOSURE You can fix the brightness of a picture manually. Adjust the brightness when the subject is too bright or too dark. (OPTION) [EXPOSURE] [MANUAL] (darker)/ Table of Contents Steps In recording mode, (brighter) To adjust the exposure automatically, touch [AUTO]. FOCUS Steps [FOCUS] [MANUAL] In recording mode, (OPTION) (focusing on distant subjects) close subjects)/ (focusing on Useful Recording Techniques You can adjust the focus manually.
SCENE SELECTION You can record images effectively in various situations. (OPTION) [SCENE SELECTION] a desired setting Automatically records images effectively without the [SCENE SELECTION] function. AUTO Maintains the darkening atmosphere of the distant surroundings in twilight scenes. TWILIGHT* ( ) TWILIGHT PORT. ( ) Enables to take photos of people and background using a flash. (HDR-XR200E/XR200VE) Maintains the dim atmosphere of a candlelit scene.
Notes If you set [SCENE SELECTION], [WHITE BAL.] setting is canceled. Even if you set [TWILIGHT PORT.] while the (Photo) lamp is lit, the setting changes to [AUTO] once (Movie) lamp lights up. the You can adjust the color balance to the brightness of the recording environment. Steps In recording mode, OUTDOOR ( [WHITE BAL.] a desired setting The white balance is adjusted automatically.
Tips If you have changed the battery pack while [AUTO] was selected, or taken your camcorder outdoors after inside use (or vice versa), select [AUTO] and aim your camcorder at a nearby white object for about 10 seconds for better color balance adjustment. When the white balance is set by [ONE PUSH], if the ambient lighting, etc., changes because you moved your camcorder to or from outdoors, etc., you need to redo the [ONE PUSH] procedure to readjust the white balance.
MICREF LEVEL (Microphone reference level) You can select the microphone level for recording sound. (OPTION) [MICREF LEVEL] a desired setting NORMAL LOW ( ) Records various ambient sounds, converting them into the appropriate level. Records ambient sound faithfully. Select [LOW] when you want to record an exciting and powerful sound in a concert hall, etc. (This setting is not suitable for recording conversations.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Overall operations/Easy Handycam operation/Wireless Remote Commander Overall operations/Easy Handycam operation/ Wireless Remote Commander.....................p. 106 Batteries/power sources ...............................p. 107 LCD screen.....................................................p. 108 “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media................p. 108 Recording........................................................p. 108 Playback.....................
lighting. Otherwise, the Wireless Remote Commander may not function properly. The menu settings have changed automatically. Another DVD device malfunctions when you use the supplied Wireless Remote Commander (HDR-XR200E/XR200VE). Batteries/power sources The power abruptly turns off. The charge lamp does not light while the battery pack is being charged. Your camcorder may become warm during operation. This is not a malfunction. Set [REMOTE CTRL] to [ON] (p. 97).
The indicated time may not be correct depending on the environment of use. The data file name is not indicated correctly or flashes. The battery pack is quickly discharged. Recording Refer also to “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media (p. 108). LCD screen Pressing START/STOP or PHOTO does not record images. Menu items are grayed out. You cannot select grayed items in the current recording/playback situation. There are some functions you cannot activate simultaneously (p. 112).
recording movie starts/stops. This is not a malfunction. The imaging field looks different. The imaging field may look different depending on the condition of your camcorder. This is not a malfunction. The flash does not work (HDR-XR200E/ XR200VE). You cannot record with the flash when capturing photos while shooting a movie.
The screen image is bright, and the subject does not appear on the screen (HDR-XR200E/XR200VE). Photos cannot be played back. Press NIGHTSHOT (p. 36). Press and hold DISP down for a few seconds to turn on the backlight (p. 38). is indicated on an image on the VISUAL INDEX screen. Horizontal stripes appear on the images. This occurs when recording images under a fluorescent lamp, sodium lamp, or mercury lamp. This is not a malfunction.
A movie cannot be divided. A photo cannot be captured from a movie. The demonstration movies cannot be played. Neither image nor sound is played on the connected TV. You cannot play back high definition image quality (HD) movies on “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media on a device that is not compatible with AVCHD format. The image appears distorted on the 4:3 TV. Editing movies/photos on your camcorder Unable to edit. Unable to edit because of the condition of the image.
Dubbing/Connecting to other devices [SMTH SLW REC], [DIGITAL ZOOM], [SPOT MTR/FCS], [SPOT METER], [SPOT FOCUS], [EXPOSURE], [FOCUS], [TWILIGHT], [TWILIGHT PORT.] (HDR-XR200E/ XR200VE), [CANDLE], [SUNRISE&SUNSET], [FIREWORKS], [LANDSCAPE], [SPOTLIGHT], [BEACH], [SNOW], [WHITE BAL.
Fast flashing The temperature of your camcorder is extremely high. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place. C: (or E:) : (Self-diagnosis display) (Low temperature warning) Fast flashing The temperature of your camcorder is extremely low. Make the camcorder warm. C:13: / C:32: Remove the power source. Reconnect it and operate your camcorder again.
Description of warning messages (Warning indicator pertaining to the write-protect of the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media) If messages appear on the screen, follow the instructions. Recording media (Warning indicator pertaining to the flash) HDD format error. Fast flashing There is something wrong with the flash. (Warning indicator pertaining to camera-shake warning) Data error. The Image Database File is damaged.
File? This Memory Stick may not be able to record or play images correctly. Buffer overflow Use “Memory Stick” media recommended for your camcorder (p. 69). You cannot record because the drop sensor senses a drop of the camcorder repeatedly. If you are at risk of dropping the camcorder constantly, set [DROP SENSOR] to [OFF], and you may be able to record the image again (p. 98). Use the recommended “Memory Stick” media (p. 69).
Additional information Recording time of movies/number of recordable photos “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media “HD” stands for high definition image quality, and “SD” stands for standard image quality.
Playing time Expected recording time of movies Approximate time available when you use a fully charged battery pack.
HDR-XR200E (unit: minute) (unit: hour minute) Recording time 29 h 40 m 43 h 50 m 84 h 10 m [SD LP] (5.1ch)* 8GB 91 h 50 m [SD LP] (2ch)* 16 GB HDR-XR200VE (unit: hour minute) Recording mode [SD HQ] [SD SP] [SD LP] (5.1ch)* 1GB 91 h 20 m 2GB Tips You can record movies of a maximum of 3,999 scenes with high definition image quality (HD), and 9,999 scenes with standard definition image quality (SD). The maximum continuous recording time of movies is approximately 13 hours.
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media 4.0M 2304 1728 470 970 1850 3850 7700 Table of Contents 1GB 2GB 4GB 8GB 16GB The selected image size is effective when the (Photo) lamp is lit. The number of recordable photos shown is for the maximum image size of your camcorder. The actual number of recordable photos is displayed on the LCD screen during recording (p. 10). Notes Numbers in the table are based on using Sony “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media.
Using your camcorder abroad System PAL Power supply Viewing high definition image quality (HD) movies PAL – M PAL – N NTSC SECAM Viewing standard definition image quality (SD) movies To view standard definition image quality (SD) movies, you need a PAL-system-based TV with AUDIO/VIDEO input jacks. An A/V connecting cable must be connected.
Setting to the local time You can easily set the clock to the local time by setting a time difference when using your (SETTINGS) [CLOCK/ LANG] camcorder abroad. Touch (HOME) [AREA SET] and [SUMMERTIME] (p. 94). When [AUTO CLOCK ADJ] and [AUTO AREA ADJ] are set to [ON], the clock is set to the local time automatically by the GPS function (p. 94).
File/folder structure on the internal hard disk and “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media The file numbers go up automatically. When the capacity of a file number exceeds 9999, another folder is created to record new movie files. The folder name goes up: [101PNV01] [102PNV01] Image management files When you delete the files, you cannot record/play back the images correctly. The files are defaulted as hidden files and not usually displayed. Photo files (JPEG files) The extension of the files is “.JPG”.
About the AVCHD format What is the AVCHD format? Useful Recording Techniques The AVCHD format is a high definition digital video camera format used to record a high definition (HD) signal of either the 1080i specification*1 or the 720p specification*2 on internal hard disk drive, using efficient data compression coding technology. The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format is adopted to compress video data, and the Dolby Digital or Linear PCM system is used to compress audio data. The MPEG-4 AVC/H.
A high definition specification which utilizes 1,080 effective scanning lines and the interlace system. *2 720p specification A high definition specification which utilizes 720 effective scanning lines and the progressive system. *3 Data recorded in AVCHD format other than the above mentioned cannot be played on your camcorder. About GPS (HDR-XR200VE) On triangulating errors Determining a location is called “triangulating.
The camcorder contains map data for the following countries/regions. Europe, Japan, North America, Oceania, etc. Built-in map is powered by companies as follows; Map of Japan by Zenrin Co., Ltd., other areas by NAVTEQ. The map data included is as of the date of production of this manual. GPS maps will appear in 2-dimensional graphics except for certain landmarks in Japan, which will appear in 3D. You cannot change the language on the map. You cannot update the map data.
Types of “Memory Stick” media Recording/Playback “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media “Memory Stick PRO-HG * Duo” media data transfer but it supports 4-bit parallel data transfer the same as with “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media. On the “Memory Stick Duo” media adaptor When using “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media with a “Memory Stick” media compliant device, be sure to insert the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media into a “Memory Stick Duo” media adaptor.
On image data compatibility To use the battery pack effectively About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack Your camcorder operates only with an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (H series). “InfoLITHIUM” H series battery packs mark. have the About the remaining battery time indicator What is an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack? Be sure to charge the battery pack before you start using your camcorder.
About storage of the battery pack About battery life About x.v.Color x.v.Color is a more familiar term for the xvYCC standard proposed by Sony, and is a trademark of Sony. xvYCC is an international standard for color space in video. This standard can express a wider color range than the currently used broadcast standard.
and playing back images about once a month. Use up the battery pack completely before storing it. separately), do not apply the cleaning liquid directly to the LCD screen. Use cleaning paper moistened with the liquid. Moisture condensation The buttons on the touch panel may not work correctly. If this happens, follow the procedure below. It is recommended that you connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor during the operation.
actual body of “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media. About care and storage of the lens On trademarks “Handycam” and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. “AVCHD” and “AVCHD” logotype are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. “Memory Stick,” “, ” “Memory Stick Duo,” “ ,” “Memory Stick PRO Duo,” “ ,” “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo,” “ ,” “MagicGate,” “ ,” “MagicGate Memory Stick” and “MagicGate Memory Stick Duo” are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.
Notes on the License THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER TO (i) ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC STANDARD (“AVC VIDEO”) AND /OR (ii) DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L.
Index Symbols A B BATTERY INFO..........................68 Battery of the Wireless Remote Commander...................................9 Battery pack..................................18 BEACH.......................................102 BEEP.............................................89 BLACK FADER.........................104 BLT-IN ZOOM MIC.................104 “BRAVIA” Sync............................54 C G D DATA CODE.........................33, 86 Date Index....................................
NightShot......................................36 NIGHTSHOT LIGHT..........74, 80 O ONE PUSH................................103 OPTION MENU............ 12, 14, 99 Original.........................................60 OTHERS.......................................56 OUTDOOR................................103 OUTPUT SETTINGS.................91 P T TELE MACRO...........................100 133 U USB cable......................................66 USB CONNECT..........................66 V VBR...................
Table of Contents Useful Recording Techniques Index Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. http://www.sony.
