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  • Sony HDR-XR160 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 1
    Click "Handycam" Handbook HDR-CX360/CX360V/PJ10/ PJ30/PJ30V/PJ50/PJ50V/XR160 Table of Contents Enjoy Useful Functions Index  2011 Sony Corporation 4-271-164-12(1) US
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    Enjoy Useful Functions Using the "Handycam" Handbook 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
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    cover (HDR-CX360/CX360V/PJ30/PJ30V /PJ50/PJ50V) LCD Screen Battery pack Built-in USB Cable  The camcorder is not dustproofed, dripproofed or waterproofed. See "About handling of your camcorder" (p. 116). Menu items, LCD panel, and lens  A menu item that is grayed out is not available under
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    without any problems.  Compensation camcorder.  Standard (STD) image quality movies recorded on SD memory cards cannot be played on AV equipment of other manufacturers. DVD media recorded with HD image quality (high definition)  DVD media recorded with high definition image quality (HD
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    the hard disk (HDR-PJ50/PJ50V/XR160) of the camcorder and the memory card are called "recording media."  In this manual, the DVD disc recorded with high definition image quality (HD) is called AVCHD recording disc.  Design and specifications of your camcorder and accessories are subject to change
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    lit or flashing  removing the battery pack or AC Adaptor from the camcorder, or applying mechanical shock or vibration to the camcorder when the (Movie)/ (Photo stopped. Note on using the camcorder at high altitudes (HDR-PJ50/PJ50V/XR160)  Do not turn on the camcorder in a lowpressure area, where
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    EEnnjojyouyseufusel ffuunlcftuionsctions Beautiful & easy anywhere & anytime Recording Checking your golf swing Golf Shot (77) Smth Slw REC (76) Capturing images beautifully without cumbersome setting Intelligent Auto (36) Focus on the child on the left side of the screen Tracking the subject (
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    Making good use of GPS HDR-CX360V/PJ30V/PJ50V (47) Recording in a dimly-lit room Low Lux (80) Capturing photos during movie recording Dual Rec (40) Smile Shutter (39) Capturing fireworks, or a sunset in
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    Fun & simple playback & edit Playing back a digest of your movies Highlight Playback (42) Using Editing on the camcorder Capturing a photo from a movie (55) Deleting unnecessary scene (Dividing (54), Deleting (51)) Using the projector HDR-PJ10/PJ30/PJ30V/PJ50/PJ50V (45) US 9
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    Easy ways to store good memories Saving Computer (59) External media (64) DVD writer (67, 70) Recorder (71) Easy uploading Uploading with a PC when you are out PMB Portable US 10
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    Handycam" Handbook 2 Searching for information quickly 2 Read this first 3 Notes on use 6 Enjoy useful functions 7 Getting started Step 1: Charging the battery 36 Selecting high definition image quality (HD) or high quality photos during movie recording (Dual Rec 40 Using the Video Light (HDR
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    the built-in projector (HDR-PJ10/PJ30/PJ30V/PJ50/PJ50V 45 Using the GPS function (HDR-CX360V/PJ30V/PJ50V 47 camcorder 66 Creating a disc with the DVD writer, DVDirect Express 67 Performing [DISC BURN OPTION 68 Playing back a disc on the DVD writer 69 Creating a high definition image quality (HD
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    90 Additional information Troubleshooting 99 Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators 106 Using your camcorder abroad 110 Maintenance and precautions 112 About the AVCHD format 112 About GPS (HDR-CX360V/PJ30V/PJ50V 112 About the memory card 114 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 115 About
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    / PJ30/PJ30V ** HDR-PJ50/PJ50V/XR160 DC IN jack AC Adaptor Power cord (Mains lead) DC plug To the wall outlet (wall socket) Align the  mark on the DC plug with that on the DC IN jack. You can charge the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (V series) after attaching it to your camcorder.  Notes  You
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    DC IN jack of your camcorder. To charge the battery using your computer This method is useful when the AC Adaptor is not available.  Turn off the camcorder and attach the battery pack to the camcorder.  Connect the camcorder to a running computer using the Built-in USB Cable. To the wall outlet
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    to 30 C (50 °F to 86 °F). * The charging times are measured without using the USB Connection support cable.  Tips  When your camcorder is on, you can check the approximate amount of remaining battery power with the remaining battery indicator at the upper right on the LCD screen. To remove the
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    pack is not attached correctly.  The battery pack is damaged.  The temperature of the battery pack is low. Remove the battery pack from your camcorder and put it in a warm place.  The temperature of the battery pack is high. Remove the battery pack from your camcorder and put it in a cool place
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    Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time 1 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder. Your camcorder is turned on and the lens cover is opened.  To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is open, press POWER. MODE lamp POWER button 2 Select the desired language, then
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    Area ADJ] (p. 98) set to [On]. 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-CX360V/PJ30V/PJ50V). US 19
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    also by pressing POWER.  When [Power On By LCD] (p. 95) is set to [Off], turn off your camcorder by pressing POWER. Changing the language setting You can change the on-screen displays to show messages in a specified language. Touch (MENU)  [Setup]  [ (General Settings)]  [
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    The recording media that can be used differs depending on your camcorder. The following icons are displayed on the screen of your camcorder. HDR-CX360/CX360V/PJ10/ PJ30/PJ30V * Internal memory Memory card HDR-PJ50/PJ50V/XR160 * Internal hard disk Memory card * In the default setting, both
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    SD Speed Class Described in this manual - "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media supporting the exFAT* file system by connecting the camcorder to these devices with the USB cable. Confirm in advance that the connecting equipment is supporting the exFAT system. If you connect an equipment not supporting
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    the screen disappears.  Close the cover.  Notes  If [Failed to create a new Image Database File. It may be possible that there is not enough free space.] is displayed, format the memory card (p. 90).  Confirm the direction of the memory card. If you forcibly insert the memory card in the
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    are recorded with high definition image quality (HD). HDR-CX360/CX360V/PJ10/PJ30/PJ30V: Internal memory HDR-PJ50/PJ50V/XR160: Internal hard disk  Tips  To change the recording media, see page 21. 1 Fasten the grip belt. 2 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder. Your camcorder is turned on
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    after To capture smiles In the default setting, a photo is automatically recorded when the camcorder detects the smile of a person during movie recording (Smile Shutter, p. 84). When the camcorder detects faces during movie recording, image quality is automatically adjusted ([Face Detection], p. 83
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    shock or vibration to the camcorder, or remove the battery or AC Adaptor.  Access guide.  To adjust the angle of the LCD panel, first open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder camcorder Data code during recording The recording date, time and condition , and coordinates (HDR-CX360V/PJ30V/PJ50V
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    The flash does not work in the movie recording mode. You can change how your camcorder flashes by (MENU)  [Camera/Mic]  [ (Flash)]  [Flash]  a desired setting  (HDR-CX360/CX360V/PJ30/PJ30V/PJ50/PJ50V). If you record photos using flash with a conversion lens (sold separately), the shadow may
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    of Contents Enjoy Useful Functions If white circular spots appear on photos (HDR-CX360/CX360V/PJ30/PJ30V/ PJ50/PJ50V) This is caused by particles (dust, pollen, etc.) floating close to the lens. When they are accentuated by the camcorder's flash, they appear as white circular spots. To reduce the
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    with powerful sound through the stereo speakers built into the camcorder. In the default setting, movies and photos that are recorded on the following internal recording media are played. HDR-CX360/CX360V/PJ10/PJ30/PJ30V: Internal memory HDR-PJ50/PJ50V/XR160: Internal hard disk  Tips  To change
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    the movie/photo recording mode  Time-line bar  Highlight Playback button*  Change Event Scale button * Appears only when the image quality is set to [ HD Quality]. The Event Index screen appears when you touch the event that is displayed on the center.  You can also choose an event by touching
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    not be able to play back the images with other devices than camcorder.  Tips  Touching the button on the playback screen displays recording date, time, and shooting conditions , and coordinates (HDR-CX360V/PJ30V/PJ50V) are recorded automatically during recording. This information is not
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    Table of Contents Viewing photos You can use the functions shown in the figure below while you are viewing photos. The figure below will be displayed when you select [ PHOTO] by touching the Switch Image Type button on the Event Index screen. Delete Context Previous  Tips  To repeat Slideshow,
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    back in standard definition image quality (STD). Enjoy Useful Functions * ** A/V Remote Connector * HDR-CX360/CX360V/PJ10/PJ30/PJ30V ** HDR-PJ50/PJ50V/XR160 1 Switch the input on the TV to the connected jack.  Refer to the instruction manuals of the TV. 2 Connect the camcorder to a TV.  Use
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    or image) with this connection.  Do not connect the camcorder HDMI OUT jack to an external device HDMI OUT jack, as malfunction may result.  When the connected device is compatible with 5.1ch surround sound, high definition image quality (HD) movies are output in 5.1ch surround sound automatically
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    image quality (STD).  Tips  If you connect your camcorder to the TV using more than one type of cable to output images, the order of priority of the TV input jacks is as follows: HDMI  component  S VIDEO  video  HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) is an interface to send both
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    . Magnifications available are as follows. You can magnify images also with the / on the LCD screen.  For the HDR-PJ10/XR160: Up to 42 times the original size  For the HDR-CX360/CX360V/PJ30/ PJ30V/PJ50/PJ50V: Up to 17 times the original size  The minimum possible distance between camcorder and
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    compensation.  Notes  The camcorder may not detect the expected scene or subject, depending on the recording conditions.  You cannot use the flash depending on the scenes detected (HDR-CX360/CX360V/PJ30/ PJ30V/PJ50/PJ50V). Selecting high definition image quality (HD) or standard image quality
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    recording modes available will depend mode PS* FX FH/ HQ/LP On this camcorder Internal recording media Memory card On external devices External of high definition image quality (HD) is selected, and with AVCHD 1920  1080/60i or 1920  1080/24p format (HDR-CX360/CX360V/PJ30/PJ30V/ PJ50/PJ50V)
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    rate is set to [24p], you cannot use the Smile Shutter function, either (HDR-CX360/CX360V/PJ30/ PJ30V/PJ50/PJ50V).  Smiles may not be detected depending on recording conditions, subject conditions, and the setting of your camcorder.  Tips  You can select the subject that has priority for face
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    on devices that support 5.1ch surround sound. Built-in microphone  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
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    Enjoy Useful Functions Using the Video Light (HDR-CX360/ CX360V/PJ30/PJ30V) You can use the Video Light depending on the surrounding condition. Keep a distance of about 0.3 m to 1.5 m (1 foot to 5 feet) between the camcorder and the subject when you use the video light. Recording in mirror mode
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    Table of Contents Enjoying a digest of your movies (Highlight Playback) Your camcorder selects Highlight Playback scenes at random, puts them together, and plays them back as a digest of your high definition image quality (HD) movies and photos with music and visual effects. If you like the
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    HDR-CX360V/PJ30V/PJ50V). If no range is set, the camcorder View is displayed (HDR-CX360V/PJ30V/ PJ50V). However, the Highlight connect the camcorder to an external screen of the camcorder.  Tips  to your camcorder, and transferred to the camcorder, if you cannot on your camcorder at the factory
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    scenes or saved Highlight scenarios are played back.  Touch . The camcorder starts converting the data to the target format. To upload a process has finished, touch [Share]  [Web Upload], then follow the instructions that appear on the LCD screen. To create a DVD using DVDirect Express
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    .  Notes  Converted data will be changed to standard image quality (STD). Using the built-in projector (HDR-PJ10/ PJ30/PJ30V/PJ50/ PJ50V) You can enjoy recorded movies or photos using the built-in projector. The projector can be used when you want to watch recorded content with friends at a place
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    off and the built-in projector starts. 5 projector shortens battery life.  The following operations are unavailable while you are using the projector.  Touch panel operation  Map operation (HDR-PJ30V/PJ50V)  Output of Highlight Playback to a device such as a TV  Operation of the camcorder
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    Table of Contents Using the GPS function (HDR-CX360V/PJ30V/ PJ50V) The following features are available if you use the GPS (Global map data by touching [Yes]. Recording information on your location The camcorder records information on the location when movies or photos are recorded (the default setting
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    Index Images will be registered using the location information that was previously obtained.  Notes  It may take a while before the camcorder starts triangulating. If you do not want to record location information Perform (MENU)  [Setup]  [ (General Settings)]  [GPS Setting]  [Off]. Use
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    days or more  When the date and time of the camcorder are not correctly set  When the camcorder is moved for a long distance  Tips  The GPS recording display Highlight* * Appears only for images recorded with high definition image quality (HD).  The map moves if you touch an area where
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    map shows an area with that point at the center. Touch to move your current location back to the center again.  If the camcorder cannot acquire current location information, the triangulating priority mode screen appears (p. 50).  If the location information that was previously acquired is
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    for the satellite is available. 33 % of the instructions free media space by deleting movies and photos from recording media.  Notes  You cannot restore images once they are deleted. Save important movies and photos in advance.  Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder
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    Table of Contents  When [ / Setting] is set to [ STD Quality], appears instead of .  Touch and display the mark on the movies or photos to be deleted.  Touch and hold the desired thumbnail so that you can confirm the image. Touch to return to the previous screen.  Touch   .
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    You can copy images back and forth between the internal memory (HDR‑CX360/CX360V/PJ10/PJ30/PJ30V) or the internal hard disk (HDR-PJ50/ PJ50V/XR160) of your camcorder and a inserted memory card. Insert a memory card into your camcorder before the operation.  Notes  When you record an image on the
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    movie. Undo the protection of the movie to divide it, before you try to divide it (p. 53).  Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder while dividing the movie. It may damage the recording media.  Do not eject the memory card while dividing movies on the memory
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    below.  High definition image quality (HD): 2.1 M (16:9)  Wide aspect ratio (16:9) with standard definition image quality (STD): 0.2 M (16:9)  4:3 aspect ratio with standard definition image quality: 0.3 M (4:3)  The recording medium where you want to save photos should have enough free space
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    the method for creating a disc (computer) Several methods for creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc or a standard definition image quality (STD) disc from high definition image quality (HD) movies or photos recorded on your camcorder are described here. Select the method that suits your
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    DVD-RW/DVD+RW Rewritable  Notes  Always maintain your PlayStation3 to use the latest version of the PlayStation3 system software.  The PlayStation3 may not be available in some countries/regions. Enjoy Useful Functions Index US 57
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    Mode].  Creating a Blu-ray disc is not available with Disc Burn.  To create a standard definition image quality (STD) disc from high definition image quality (HD) movies, import movies to a computer first (p. 59), and then create a standard definition image quality (STD) disc (p. 37).  Install
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    to]  [Browse...], then select the desired location.  Tips  You can move the high definition image quality (HD) movies from a computer back to the camcorder. Connect the camcorder to the computer using the Built-in USB Cable, select the destination device for the movie to be exported (in this
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    must be converted from high definition (HD) to standard definition (STD) when saving the movie on the disc.  To add movies to the previously selected ones, select the movies in the main window and drag and drop onto the window for selecting movies. 5 Follow the instructions on the screen to
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    and install this plug-in according to the on-screen instructions.  Connect your computer to the internet when you install [BD Add-on Software].  You cannot copy high definition image quality (HD) movies by converting them to standard definition image quality (STD).  You cannot copy to a Blu-ray
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    on a DVD disc with high definition image Built-in USB cable of the DVDirect Express 67 quality (HD). DVD writer other than DVDirect Express Saving images on a DVD disc with high definition image Built-in USB Cable 70 quality (HD) or with standard definition image quality (STD). Hard
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    on which the created disc can be played back DVD disc with high definition image quality (HD) AVCHD format playback devices, such as a Sony Blu-ray disc player or a PlayStation3. DVD disc with standard definition image quality (STD) Ordinary DVD playback devices, such as a DVD player.  Notes
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    VMC-UAM1 (sold separately).  The USB Adaptor Cable VMC-UAM1 may not be available in some countries/regions.  Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor (p. 16).  Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the external media device.  Tips  You can
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    .  Disconnect the USB Adaptor Cable.  Notes  The number of scenes you can save on the external media device are as follows. However, even if the external media device has free space, you cannot save scenes exceeding the following number.  High definition image quality (HD) movies: Max. 3,999
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    camcorder Enjoy Useful Functions Event View of the external medium is displayed.  Touch (MENU)  [Edit/ Copy]  [Copy] .  Follow the instructions on a TV connected to your camcorder (p. 33).  You can play back the high definition image quality (HD) movies on your computer using [
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    the images on a created disc by using the DVD writer, DVDirect Express (sold separately). Refer also to the instruction manual supplied with the DVD writer.  Notes  Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 16).  DVDirect Express
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    camcorder's recording media selected in [Media Select], and that have not yet been saved on any discs can be saved on the disc at this time.  When there are unsaved high definition (HD) and standard definition touch on the camcorder screen. 6 Touch , then disconnect the USB cable.  Tips 
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    same contents, insert a new disc and touch [CREATE SAME DISC].  After the operation is completed, touch [Exit.]  on the camcorder screen.  Disconnect the USB cable from your camcorder.  Tips  Disc creation time to copy movies to the limit of the disc is about 20 to 60 minutes. It
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    DVD writer, etc., other than DVDirect Express Use the USB cable to connect your camcorder to a disc creation device, which is compatible with high definition image quality (HD) movies, such as a Sony DVD writer. Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the device to be connected.  Notes
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    the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected.  Notes  Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 16).  Sony DVD writer may not be available in some countries/regions.  High definition image quality (HD) movies
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    the A/V connecting cable  (supplied) or an A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO  (sold separately).  Connect your camcorder to the input jacks of the recording device. 3 Start playback on your camcorder, and record it on the recording device.  Refer to the instruction manuals supplied with your
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    Table of Contents Enjoy Useful Functions  When you connect a monaural device, connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video input jack, and the white (left channel) or the red (right channel) plug to the audio input jack on the device. US 73 Index
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    below to set the menu items. Enjoy Useful Functions Index The [Camera/Mic] and [Setup] menus have sub-categories. Touch the sub-category icon, and the screen changes to other sub-category menus. Grayed out menu items or settings are not available.  Notes  You may not be able to set some menu
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    REC Golf Shot Camera/Mic (Manual Settings) White Balance Spot Meter/Fcs Spot Meter Spot Focus Exposure Focus Low Lux (Camera Settings) Scene *1 Red Eye Reduction*1 (Microphone) Blt-in Zoom Mic Wind Noise Reduct. Audio Mode Micref Level (Shooting Assist) Guide Frame Display Setting Light Bright
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    Battery Info 96 Demo Mode 96 (Clock Settings) Date & Time Setting 97 Date & Time Format 97 Summer Time 97 Date & Time 97 Area Setting 97 Auto Clock ADJ*2 97 Auto Area ADJ*2 98 *1 HDR-CX360/CX360V/PJ30/PJ30V/PJ50/PJ50V *2 HDR-CX360V/PJ30V/PJ50V *3 HDR which the camcorder starts
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    movies with [Golf Shot] when you set the image quality to standard definition image quality (STD).  Tips  To use the self-timer, touch and after 0 is recorded.  If camera shake is excessive, or there are moving microphone even when an external microphone is attached. Index The camcorder records images
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    Contents Camera/Mic studios where the lighting conditions change quickly  Under video lamps in a studio, or under sodium lamps or have changed the battery pack while [Auto] was selected, or taken your camcorder outdoors after inside use (or vice versa), aim your camcorder at a [Manual]. US 78 Index
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    distant subject) to adjust the focus. To adjust the focus automatically, touch [Auto].  Notes  When you set [Focus] to [Manual],  appears.  The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is about 1 cm (about 13/32 in.) for wide angle and about 80 cm
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    is focused on; used as a guide if it is dark and focus adjustment is switched from automatic to manual  When you set focus manually Low Lux You can record flash (HDR-CX360/ CX360V/PJ30/PJ30V/PJ50/ PJ50V). Sunrise& camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows between the camcorder
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    recording. To cancel the recording, touch [Reset].  Tips  You can also operate by pressing PHOTO on the Wireless Remote Commander (HDR‑CX360/CX360V/PJ10/PJ30/PJ30V/PJ50/ PJ50V) (p. 125). Tele Macro This is useful to shoot small subjects, such as flowers or insects. You can blur out backgrounds and
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    in.)  HDR-CX360/CX360V/PJ30/PJ30V/PJ50/ PJ50V: About 25 cm (9 7/8 in.)  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. SteadyShot You can compensate for camera shake
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    tele-conversion lens.  Note  The built-in flash or the built-in video light does not operate when [Conversion Lens] (p. 83) is set to other than [Off]. You cannot set [Flash] either (HDR-CX360/CX360V/PJ30/ PJ30V/PJ50/PJ50V). Auto Back Light Your camcorder adjusts the exposure for backlit subjects
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    charging the flash, and remains lit when the battery charge is complete.  If you use the flash HDR-CX360/ CX360V/PJ30/PJ30V/PJ50/ PJ50V) 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. High
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    PJ50/PJ50V) 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 wind noise by cutting the low-frequency sound input from the built-in microphone.  Off Disables wind noise reduction. On ( ) Enables
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    Does not display the guide frame. On Displays the guide frame. Light Bright (HDR-CX360/ CX360V/PJ30/PJ30V) You can set the brightness of the video light.  Standard cases.  When you turn on your camcorder.  The LCD screen is touched (Except rec & zoom buttons on LCD screen).  When you
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    frame rate to be used to record high definition image quality (HD) movies. Using [60i] is recommended images with this setting. * HDR-CX360/CX360V/PJ30/PJ30V/PJ50/PJ50V  Notes  The media that can be more faithfully reproduced. Refer to the instruction manuals of the TV.  Off Records in ordinary
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    standard definition image quality (STD)  While recording a movie Image Size You can select a size for the photos you are going to shot. HDR-PJ10/XR160 the maximum number of photos to be recorded (640 × 480). HDR-CX360/CX360V/PJ30/PJ30V/PJ50/ PJ50V  7.1M ( ) Records photos clearly (3,072 × 2,304).
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    Table of Contents Playback Function (Items for playback) See "Using menus" (p. 74) on the operation. Event View See page 29. Map View (HDR-CX360V/ PJ30V/PJ50V) See page 49. Highlight Movie See page 42. Scenario See page 44. Edit/Copy (Items for editing) See "Using menus" (p. 74) on the operation.
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    of the recording media for movies and the approximate free and used media space of the recording media. To  Notes before performing [Empty].  Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied will also be deleted.  Disconnect all cables except the AC Adaptor. Do not
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    camcorder displays the information (Date/Time, Camera Data, Coordinates*) recorded automatically at the time of recording.  Off Data code is not displayed. Date/Time Displays the date and time. Camera Data Displays camera setting data. Coordinates* Displays coordinates. * HDR-CX360V/PJ30V/PJ50V
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    screen if you connect your camcorder to a TV.  The indicator toggles through the following sequences as you press DATA CODE on the Wireless Remote Commander (HDR‑CX360/ CX360V/PJ10/PJ30/PJ30V/PJ50/PJ50V): [Date/ Time]  [Camera Data]  [Coordinates] (HDR-CX360V/PJ30V/PJ50V)  [Off] (no indication
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    the output image resolution when connecting your camcorder to a TV with an HDMI cable (sold separately).  Auto Normal setting (outputs the signal according to the TV automatically). 1080p/480p Outputs high definition image quality (HD) movies with a 1080p signal and standard image quality (STD
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    menu of Windows 7, that is used to manage devices (camcorder, camera, etc.) that are connected to the computer. USB LUN  Notes  When you use "PMB Portable" to upload images to a service on the Internet, make sure to set [USB LUN Setting] to [Multi HDR-CX360V/ PJ30V/PJ50V) See page 50. Index US 94
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    the [GPS Setting] to [On]. REC Lamp (Recording lamp) (HDR-CX360/CX360V/PJ30/ PJ30V/PJ50/PJ50V) You can make the camera recording lamp on the front of your camcorder not to turn on.  On The camera recording lamp lights up. Off The camera recording lamp does not light up. Remote Ctrl (Remote control
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    See page 118. Drop Sensor (HDR-PJ50/ PJ50V/XR160) Your camcorder detects that it is dropping, and Battery Info You can check the estimated remaining capacity of the battery. To close the battery information screen Touch . Demo Mode When the camcorder high definition image quality (HD) Index US 96
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    the power zoom lever (only when you are using the projector). Date & Time Setting  Date & Time Format camcorder in other time zones. Refer to the world time difference information on page 111. HDR-CX360/PJ10/PJ30/PJ50 clock adjustment) (HDR-CX360V/ PJ30V/PJ50V) The camcorder can maintain accurate
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    . In this case, set [Auto Clock ADJ ] to [Off]. Auto Area ADJ (Auto area adjustment) (HDR-CX360V/ PJ30V/PJ50V) The camcorder can compensate for time differences automatically by acquiring location information from the GPS system.  On Compensates for time differences automatically. Off Does not
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     The temperature of your camcorder is extremely high. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place.  The temperature of your camcorder is  Overall operations/Wireless Remote Commander (HDR-CX360/CX360V/PJ10/ PJ30/PJ30V/PJ50/PJ50V p. 99  Batteries/power sources p. 100  LCD
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    [ Fader]  [ Self-Timer]  [Tele Macro] Your camcorder gets warm.  Your camcorder may become warm during operation. This is not a malfunction. A not function (HDR‑CX360/CX360V/PJ10/PJ30/PJ30V/ PJ50/PJ50V).  Set [Remote Ctrl] to [On] (p. 95).  Insert a battery into the battery holder with the
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    the LCD screen lightly.  Press DISPLAY on the Wireless Remote Commander (HDR-CX360/CX360V/PJ10/ PJ30/PJ30V/PJ50/PJ50V) (p. 125).  While you are using the projector, press PROJECTOR to stop projecting images (HDRPJ10/PJ30/PJ30V/PJ50/PJ50V). The buttons on the touch panel do not work correctly or do
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    you may not be able to record images (HDR-PJ50/ PJ50V/XR160).  The temperature of your camcorder is extremely high. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place.  The temperature of your camcorder is extremely low. Turn off your camcorder and take it to a warm place. Leave the
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    of high definition image quality (HD) movies manually (p. 79). SteadyShot does not function.  Set [ SteadyShot] to [Active] or [Standard], [ SteadyShot] to [On] (p. 82).  Even if [ SteadyShot] is set to [Active] or [Standard], [ SteadyShot] to [On], your camcorder Adaptor or the battery pack while
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    the high definition image quality (HD).  The demonstration movie was deleted. Neither image nor sound is played on the connected TV.  When you are using the component A/V cable, set [Component] according to the requirements of the connected device (p. 93).  When you are using the component video
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    of [Guide Frame] (p. 86) as a guide. The image camcorder.  Disconnect the Built-in USB Cable from the computer and your camcorder, and restart the computer, then connect the computer and your camcorder again in the correct order.  When both the Built-in USB Cable and the USB jack of the camcorder
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    the problem persists even after you have tried to fix a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility Adaptor to the DC IN jack of your camcorder securely (p. 14). C:06:  The battery pack temperature is high. Change the battery pack or place it in a cool place
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    camcorder is unsteady, so camera-shake easily occurs. Hold the camcorder steady with both hands and record the image. However, note that the camera Frame Rate] is set to [24p] (HDR-CX360/CX360V/PJ30/PJ30V/ PJ50/PJ50V), you cannot record photos while the camcorder is in movie recording standby mode. 
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    some trouble with the GPS receiver. Turn on your camcorder again (HDR-CX360V/PJ30V/PJ50V).  This may occur when you keep applying shock on the camcorder. the camcorder. By connecting the camcorder to a computer after repairing the database, you can import backed-up high definition image quality (HD)
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    able to record or play images correctly.  Use a memory card recommended for your camcorder (p. 22). Do not eject the memory card during writing. Data may be damaged.  Reinsert the memory card, and follow the instructions on the LCD screen. External media cannot execute functions.  Check the data
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    1080/60i is supported, you can view the movies with the same high definition image quality (HD) as that of the recorded movies. You need an NTSC-system-based and 1080/60i compatible TV (or monitor) with component and AUDIO/VIDEO input jacks. A component A/V cable or an HDMI cable (sold separately
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    Table of Contents HDR-CX360V/PJ30V/PJ50V 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.
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    ). In addition to high definition image quality (HD), your camcorder is capable of recording a standard definition (STD) signal in the conventional MPEG-2 format. Video signal*: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 1920  1080/60i, 1440  1080/60i, 1920  1080/24p (HDR-CX360/CX360V/PJ30/ PJ30V/PJ50/PJ50V) Audio signal
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    as near high voltage cables.  Near devices that generate radio signals of the same frequency band as the camcorder: near 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
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    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 files recorded on memory card by your camcorder conform to the "Design rule for Camera File system" universal standard established by the
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    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 (HDR-PJ10/XR160) or the /CHG (flash/ charge) lamp (HDR-CX360/CX360V/PJ30/ PJ30V/PJ50/PJ50V) turns off. If you charge
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    to direct sunlight. This damages the LCD screen.  Operate your camcorder on DC 6.8 V/7.2 V (battery pack) or DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor).  For DC or AC operation, use the accessories recommended in these operating instructions.  Do not let your camcorder get wet, for example, from rain or sea water. If
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    using your camcorder, the back of the LCD screen may heat up. This is not a malfunction. To clean the LCD screen  If fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen dirty, it is recommended that you use a soft cloth to clean it. To clean the projector lens (HDR-PJ10/ PJ30/PJ30V/PJ50/PJ50V)  Wipe the
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    operation will not be affected as long as you are not recording the date. How to charge the pre-installed rechargeable battery Connect your camcorder to a wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor, and leave it with the LCD screen closed for more than 24 hours. Note on
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    card or format the memory card on your camcorder or a computer, you may not delete data Sony Corporation.  Blu-ray Disc™ and Blu-ray™ are trademarks of the Blu-ray Disc Association.  Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.  HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition
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    VIDEO INFORMATION FOR PACKAGED MEDIA IS EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED WITHOUT A LICENSE UNDER APPLICABLE PATENTS IN THE MPEG-2 PATENT PORTFOLIO, WHICH LICENSE IS AVAILABLE When downloading the source code, select HDR-CX180 as the model for your camcorder. http://www.sony.net/Products/Linux/ We would prefer
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    GPS triangulating status (47) Video light Wide Mode (87) Fader (81) [Face Detection] set to [Off] (83) [Smile Shutter] set to [Off] (84) Manual focus (79) Scene Selection image quality (HD/STD), frame rate (60p/60i/24p) and recording mode (PS/FX/ FH/HQ/LP) (37) Remaining battery Recording/playback/
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    (85)  Indicators and their positions are approximate and may differ from what you actually see.  Some indicators may not appear, depending on your camcorder model. Figures in ( ) are reference pages. HDR-CX360/CX360V/PJ30/PJ30V HDR-PJ10 HDR-PJ50/PJ50V Enjoy Useful Functions Index US 122
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    over the built-in microphone (p. 40).  LCD screen/Touch panel (18, 41) If you rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees, you can close the LCD panel with the LCD screen facing out. This is convenient during playback operations.  Speaker  Projector lens (HDR-PJ10/PJ30/PJ30V/ PJ50/PJ50V)  Lens (G lens
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    LIGHT (Video Light) button (HDR-CX360/ CX360V/PJ30/PJ30V)  PROJECTOR button (HDR-PJ10/PJ30/ PJ30V/PJ50/PJ50V)(45) HDR-PJ50/PJ50V/XR160  Power zoom lever (36)  PHOTO button (27)  CHG (charge) lamp (HDR-PJ10/XR160), /CHG (flash/charge) lamp (HDR-CX360/ CX360V/PJ30/PJ30V/PJ50/PJ50V) (14)  Battery
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    Built-in USB Cable (15)  Memory card access lamp (23) While the lamp is lit or flashing, the camcorder 23)  BATT (battery) release lever (16) Wireless Remote Commander (HDR-CX360/CX360V/PJ10/PJ30/ PJ30V/PJ50/PJ50V)  SCAN/SLOW time, camera setting data, or coordinates (HDR-CX360V/PJ30V/ PJ50V)
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    of Contents Enjoy Useful Functions To change the battery of the Wireless Remote Commander (HDR-CX360/ CX360V/PJ10/PJ30/PJ30V/PJ50/PJ50V)  While pressing on the tab, inset your fingernail into the slit to pull out the battery case.  Place a new battery with the + side facing up.  Insert the
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    Built-in USB Cable 3, 15 C Calibration 118 Camera/Mic 78 Camera Data 91 Capturing photos from a movie 55 Charging the battery pack..........14 Charging the battery 37 G Golf Shot 77 GPS 47 GPS Setting 94 Guide Frame 86 H HD/STD Set 37 HDMI Resolution 93 Highlight Playback 42 Highlight
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    18 Power On By LCD 95 Precautions 112 Projector 45 Protect 52 PS 38 R REC Lamp Troubleshooting 99 Turning the power on 18 TV 33 TV color systems 110 TV Type 92 Twilight 80 Twilight Portrait 80 U USB cable 67, 70 USB Connect 59 USB Connect Setting 94 USB LUN Setting 94 US 128 V VIDEO
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    Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. http://www.sony.net/
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