Sony XR-520 User Guide
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Click Handycam Handbook HDR-XR500/XR500V/XR520/ XR520V Table of Contents Useful Recording Techniques Index 2009 Sony Corporation 4-131-472-11(1) US - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 2
Handbook The example images used in this Handycam Handbook for illustration purposes are captured using a digital still camera, and therefore may appear different from images and screen indicators that actually appear on your camcorder. The HDR-XR520V is used for illustrations in this book - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 3
of the OPTION MENU 14 Read this before operating your camcorder 15 Notes on using the Hard Disk Drive Handycam 16 Getting started Step 1: Charging the battery pack 18 Step 2: Turning the power on, and backlight on/off 38 Controlling the image settings manually with the MANUAL dial 38 Index - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 4
GPS) (HDR-XR500V/XR520V 39 Playback on the camcorder on a TV 51 Connecting a TV using [TV CONNECT Guide 51 Connecting to a high definition TV 52 Connecting to 67 Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc with a DVD writer, etc. 67 Checking the battery information 69 Utilizing - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 5
98 Functions set in the OPTION MENU 101 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 108 Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators 115 Additional GPS (HDR-XR500V/XR520V 126 About "Memory Stick" media 127 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 129 About x.v.Color 130 About handling of your camcorder - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 6
dim light LOW LUX 35 Getting a good shot of a ski slope or beach AUTO BACK LIGHT 80 BEACH 104 SNOW 104 Compensating for camera shake during movie recording STEADYSHOT 77 Capturing smiles automatically SMILE SHUTTER 87 A child on the stage under a spot light Flowers in close-up - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 7
sensor to operate your camcorder. Lens (G lens) Flash (79, 83) Camera recording lamp (98) The camera recording lamp lights up in red during recording. The lamp flashes when the remaining recording media capacity or battery power is low. MANUAL dial (38) MANUAL button (38) The Active - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 8
EASY button (24, 25) GPS switch (HDR-XR500V/XR520V) (39) Access lamp ("Memory Stick PRO Duo" media) (70) While the lamp is lit or flashing, the camcorder is reading or writing data. "Memory Stick Duo" media slot (70) Battery pack (18) (DISC BURN) button (see Operating Guide) STD/LOW LUX - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 9
camera setting data, or coordinates (HDR-XR500V/XR520V) battery becomes weak, the operating distance of the Wireless Remote Commander may shorten, or the Wireless Remote Commander may not function properly. In this case, replace the battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Use of another battery - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 10
Self-timer recording (107) GPS tracking status (39) 107) WIDE SELECT (76) Remaining battery Return button (12) Center Indicator Meaning Recording image quality (HD/SD) and recording mode (87) LOW LUX (35) Manual focus (103) SCENE SELECTION (104 COLOR (77) CONVERSION LENS (80, 85) OPTION button - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 11
Indicator Meaning 101-0005 Data file name (28, 43) Protected image (63) VISUAL INDEX button (28, 43) Indicators and their positions are approximate and may differ from what you actually see. Some indicators may not appear depending on the model. Table of Contents Useful Recording - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 12
HOME MENU appears. You can change the settings of your camcorder, etc. (HOME) (HOME) button Using the HELP Recording Techniques Index Category Follow the instructions on the screen. After completing the Handycam operation. The tabs and items that appear on the screen - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 13
the HOME MENU (CAMERA) category MOVIE*1 PHOTO Guide DOWNLOAD MUSIC p. 47 TV CONNECT Guide*1 p. 51 MUSIC TOOL p. 47 DOWNLOAD MUSIC*1 p. 47 EMPTY MUSIC*1 p. 47 BATTERY SET FLASH MODE*1 FLASH LEVEL REDEYE REDUC DIAL SETTING CONVERSION LENS AUTO BACK LIGHT PHOTO SETTINGS IMAGE SIZE*1 FILE NO. - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 14
MODE*1 FLASH LEVEL REDEYE REDUC DIAL SETTING CONVERSION LENS AUTO BACK LIGHT FACE FUNC. SET FACE 99 p. 99 p. 99 p. 100 *2 You cannot set [FRAME SETTING] during Easy Handycam operation. *3 HDR-XR500V/XR520V List of the OPTION MENU Following items are available on the OPTION MENU only. tab SPOT - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 15
Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH60 (1) CD-ROM "Handycam Application Software" (1) "PMB" (software, including "PMB Guide") "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) "Operating Guide" (1) See page 70 for "Memory Stick" media you can use with this camcorder. Using the camcorder Do not hold the camcorder by - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 16
camcorder if necessary (p. 22). Recording Before starting to record, test the recording function to make sure that the image and sound are recorded without any problems image quality (HD) This camcorder captures high definition on using the Hard Disk Drive Handycam Save all your recorded image - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 17
on battery pack/AC Adaptor Be sure to remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor after turning off the camcorder. Note on operating temperatures When the temperature of the camcorder type of external media first (p. 67, see Operating Guide too), and then perform [MEDIA FORMAT] (p. 72). Index 17 - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 18
by closing the LCD screen after replacing the viewfinder. 2 Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction of the arrow until it clicks. 3 Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to your camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket). Align the mark on the DC plug - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 19
connections as "Step 1: Charging the battery pack." Even if the battery pack is attached, the battery pack is not discharged. Charging the battery pack abroad You can charge the battery pack in any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder within the AC 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 20
(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 - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 21
of Contents 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. To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is open, press POWER. POWER (Movie): To record movies (Photo): To record photos 2 Select the - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 22
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-XR500V/XR520V). To turn off the power Close the LCD screen. The off. (Movie) lamp flashes for a few seconds - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 23
Make good use of camcorder accessories. For example, using a tripod, you can make a time-lapse recording or record subjects in dim light, such as scenes of fireworks, or night views. By always carrying spare batteries, you can continue recording without worrying about battery power shortages. 23 - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 24
settings that were made before Easy Handycam operation.) Recording movies In the default setting, movies are recorded with high definition image quality (HD) on the hard disk (p. 70, 74). Fasten the grip belt. Open the LCD screen of your camcorder. Your camcorder is turned on. To turn on - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 25
stop recording, press START/STOP again. Tips The [REC MODE] is fixed to [HD SP] or [SD SP] (p. 74). 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). Press EASY. appears - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 26
press it fully. Flashes Lights up When disappears, the photo is recorded on the internal hard disk. Playing movies 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). 26 Index - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 27
Playback screen (p. 47). : Displays the screen to select the index type ([ MAP] (HDR-XR500V/XR520V)/ [ FILM ROLL]/[ FACE]) (p. 44, 45, 46). : Displays high definition image quality (HD) movies.* : Displays photos. * appears when you select standard definition image quality (SD) movies - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 28
when you buy it. Viewing photos On the VISUAL INDEX screen, touch the (Photo) tab () a desired photo (). Displays the Map Index screen (p. 44) (HDRXR500V/XR520V) Useful Recording Techniques Index Your camcorder starts playing the selected photo. Previous To the VISUAL INDEX screen 28 - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 29
CODE] is fixed to [DATE/TIME] (p. 88). To change the recording media, select the recording media on [PHOTO MEDIA SET] (p. 70). To cancel Easy Handycam operation After you finish recording, or close menu setting screen, press EASY again. from the LCD screen. disappears Menu settings during Easy - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 30
default setting, movies are recorded with high definition image quality (HD) on the internal hard disk (p. 70, 74). 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 - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 31
shock or vibration to your camcorder, and do not remove the battery or AC Adaptor. You can to the camcorder (), and then adjust the angle (). If you rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees to the lens side (), HOME) (CAMERA) [MOVIE]. The LCD screen of your camcorder can display recording guide. 31 - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 32
The recording date, time and condition, and coordinates (HDR-XR500V/XR520V) are recorded automatically on the recording media. They disk (p. 70). 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. - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 33
[PHOTO SETTINGS] [ IMAGE SIZE] a desired setting p. 81). You can record photos during movie recording by pressing PHOTO ([Dual Rec], p. 35). Your camcorder flashes automatically when there is insufficient ambient light. The flash does not work during movie recording. You can change how your - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 34
change the zoom speed with the zoom buttons on the LCD frame. The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is about 1 cm (about 13/32 in.) for wide angle and playing the movie on devices that support 5.1ch surround sound. Built-in microphone 34 Index - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 35
connect your camcorder with an HDMI cable (sold separately), the sound of high definition image quality (HD) movies disc, which contains the movies recorded on your camcorder, on a computer using the supplied software. If you play the disc on a 5. HDR-XR500/XR520 Infrared port Index 35 - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 36
HDR-XR500V/XR520V manually ([FOCUS], p. 103) when it is hard to focus automatically. Do not use the NightShot function in bright places. This may cause a malfunction. Recording in mirror mode Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder , then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 37
smooth moving slow-motion for about 3 seconds. This is useful to shoot fast actions such as a golf or tennis swing. Touch (HOME) (CAMERA) [SMTH SLW REC]. Press START/STOP. An about-3-second movie is recorded as a 12-second-slow-motion movie. [Recording...] disappears, when recording - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 38
is practical when you use your camcorder in bright conditions or you want to save battery power. The recorded image will not MANUAL MANUAL dial Press MANUAL to activate the manual adjustment mode. Pressing MANUAL switches the setting mode between automatic and manual. Rotate the MANUAL - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 39
MANUAL dial by touching (HOME) (SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS]/[PHOTO SETTINGS] [DIAL SETTING]. Acquiring location information (GPS) (HDR-XR500V/XR520V) Set the GPS switch to ON ( appears on the LCD screen). Your camcorder ). Using the supplied software, "PMB," you can display the movies and photos - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 40
of an airplane. You may not be able to acquire location information depending on the strength of GPS reception. Tips If the camcorder keeps displaying and does not start triangulating for a while, set the GPS switch to OFF, and to ON again. You can search for movies and photos to be played - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 41
movies 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 the index type ([ MAP](HDR-XR500V/XR520V)/[ FILM ROLL]/[ FACE]) (p. 44, 45, 46). : Displays high definition image quality (HD) movies*. : Displays - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 42
"Memory Stick PRO Duo" media.) Your camcorder starts playing the selected movie. Previous Volume shooting conditions, and coordinates (HDR-XR500V/XR520V) are recorded automatically during movie has been provided on your camcoder when you buy it. To adjust the sound volume of movies While - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 43
of Contents Viewing photos Touch (Photo) tab a desired photo on the VISUAL INDEX screen. Displays the Map Index screen (p. 44) (HDRXR500V/XR520V) Your camcorder displays the selected photo. Previous To the VISUAL INDEX screen To start/stop slide show Next OPTION MENU Tips When viewing - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 44
for a desired scene by recording location (Map Index) (HDRXR500V/XR520V) Where movies and photos were recorded is marked on a map. Map Index only with movies and photos having location information that was recorded with the GPS switch set to ON (p. 39). You cannot use the Map Index with photos - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 45
Table of Contents Useful Recording Techniques Touch the desired movie or photo. 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. 39). The - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 46
Table of Contents Touch / to select the desired movie. Touch / to search for the desired scene, then touch the scene you want to play back. Playback starts from the selected scene. Tips You can also display the [Film Roll Index] screen by touching [ FILM ROLL]. (HOME) (VIEW - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 47
or hats, or who do not face towards the camera. Make sure that you set [FACE DETECTION] to back a digest of your movies (HIGHLIGHT PLAYBACK) Your camcorder selects a number of short scenes at random, puts digest of your high definition image quality (HD) movies with music and visual effects. You - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 48
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 ]). For details, see the "PMB Guide." After the music file is transferred to the camcorder, if you cannot play the music - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 49
Table of Contents Useful Recording Techniques Touch date on the screen. The recording dates of images are displayed on the screen Returns to the VISUAL INDEX screen Touch / to select the date of the desired image, then touch . The images of the selected date are displayed on the VISUAL - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 50
Table of Contents Useful Recording Techniques Adjust the magnification with W (Wide angle)/T (Telephoto). To cancel, touch . Playing back a series of photos (Slide show) Touch on the photo playback screen. The slide show begins from the selected photo. To stop the slide show Touch . To - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 51
the TV to the connected jack. Refer to the instruction manuals of the TV. Turn on your camcorder, and touch (HOME) CONNECT Guide] on the LCD screen. (OTHERS) [TV When an item is not on the screen, touch / until the item appears. Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power source (p. 19 - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 52
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 Useful Recording Techniques p. 52 p. 52) Type Camcorder Cable TV : Signal flow HOME MENU setting Component - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 53
) with this connection. Do not connect the HDMI OUT jack of your camcorder and HDMI OUT jack of the external device with the HDMI cable. This may -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 - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 54
Table of Contents Useful Recording Techniques Type Camcorder Cable : Signal flow TV HOME MENU setting Component A/V cable (supplied) (Green) Y (Blue) PB/CB (Red) PR/CR (White) (Red) (SETTINGS) [OUTPUT SETTINGS] [COMPONENT] [480i] (p. 94) ( - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 55
VCR. Notes When the A/V connecting cable is used to output images, images are output with standard definition image quality (SD). 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 - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 56
There may be some operations you cannot do with the Remote Commander. To set your camcorder, touch (HOME) (SETTINGS) [GENERAL SET] [CTRL FOR HDMI] [ON] (the default setting Also set your TV. Refer to the instruction manual of the TV for details. Tips If you turn off the TV, your - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 57
). For movies, select the image quality (p. 88). Notes You cannot restore images once they are deleted. Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder while deleting the images. It may damage the recording media. Do not eject "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media while deleting - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 58
Table of Contents Useful Recording Techniques 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 confirm the image. Touch to return to the - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 59
Table of Contents Acquiring the current location information (HDR-XR500V/XR520V) 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. 39). Touch ( YOUR LOCATION) on the recording screen. When your - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 60
step 2. 5 Touch . Notes The image size is fixed depending on the image quality of the movie: [ 2.1M] with high definition image quality (HD) [ 0.2M] in 16:9 (wide) with standard definition image quality (SD) [VGA(0.3M)] in 4:3 with standard definition image quality (SD) The recording - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 61
your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor to prevent your camcorder ALL]: To dub the high definition image quality (HD) Playlist [ DUB ALL]: To dub the standard the source of dubbing, follow the on-screen instructions to dub the Playlist. Select the movie - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 62
Stick PRO Duo" media. Insert "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media into your camcorder before the operation. Notes Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor to prevent your camcorder from running out of power during copying. Touch (HOME) [PHOTO COPY - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 63
Table of Contents Useful Recording Techniques Protecting recorded movies and photos (Protect) Protect movies and photos to avoid deleting them by mistake. Select the recording medium that contains the movies and photos you want to protect before starting the operation (p. 70). For movies, select - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 64
after you selected the dividing point with . Notes You cannot restore movies once they are divided. Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder while dividing the movie. It may damage the recording media. Also, do not eject "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media while dividing - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 65
High definition image quality (HD) movies and standard definition image Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder while adding movies to the high definition image quality (HD) movies and standard definition image high definition image quality (HD) movies, or 99 - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 66
Table of Contents Playing the Playlist Select the recording media and the image quality you want to play a Playlist before the operation (p. 70, 88). Touch (HOME) (VIEW IMAGES) [PLAYLIST]. Movies added to the Playlist appear. Touch [YES] . Tips Even if you erase a movie from a - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 67
, etc. (USB cable connection) 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 - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 68
starting the operation (p. 70, 74). Sony DVD writer may not be available in some countries/regions. 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 - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 69
instruction manuals supplied with your recording device for details. When dubbing is finished, stop the recording device, and then your camcorder. Checking the battery setting To record the date/time, coordinates (HDRXR500V/XR520V), or camera settings data, touch (HOME) (SETTINGS) [ - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 70
the recording medium You can select the internal hard disk or "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media as the recording, playback, or editing medium on your camcorder. Select the medium to be used for movies and photos separately. In the default setting, both movies and photos are recorded on the internal hard - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 71
PRO Duo" media. "Memory Stick PRO Duo"media/"Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media (This size can be used with your camcorder.) "Memory Stick"media (You cannot use it in your camcorder.) You cannot use any type of memory card other than those mentioned above. "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media can be - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 72
During Easy Handycam operation, you cannot check the media information. Cancel Easy Handycam operation. Touch and used hard disk space. HDR-XR500/XR500V: 120 000 MB HDR-XR520/XR520V: 240 000 MB Since there Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using AC Adaptor supplied for - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 73
time for [ EMPTY] is as follows; HDR-XR500/XR500V: about 120 minutes HDR-XR520/XR520V: about 240 minutes If you stop performing [ EMPTY] while [Executing...] appears, be sure to complete the operation by performing [MEDIA FORMAT] or [ EMPTY] when you use the camcorder next time. Index 73 - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 74
Contents Useful Recording Techniques 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 - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 75
)/ (SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS] [AE SHIFT] [ON] (brighter OFF ON ( and the adjustment value) Adjusts the exposure automatically. Adjusts the exposure manually. Tips You can adjust the automatic exposure level to brighter or darker when [EXPOSURE] is set to [AUTO]. Touch if the - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 76
with your fingers or other objects. Remove the conversion lens (sold separately). The maximum shooting distance using [NIGHTSHOT horizontal to vertical ratio according to the TV connected. Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with your TV. Steps (HOME) (SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 77
optically, and after that, up to 150 × zoom is performed digitally. STEADYSHOT You can compensate for camera shake. Set [ STEADYSHOT] to [OFF] ( ) when using a tripod (sold separately), then the be played back on an x.v.Color-compliant TV. Refer to the instruction manuals of the TV. 77 Index - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 78
desired setting OFF Does not display the guide frame. ON Displays the guide frame. Useful Recording Techniques Tips Positioning the subject at in situations such as those described below. When your camcorder recognizes the remaining recording media capacity while the (Movie) - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 79
discoloration or dust obscures the lamp. You cannot set this item when a lens filter or accessory lens is attached to your camcorder. The /CHG (charge) lamp (p. 8) flickers while charging the flash, and remains lit when the battery charge is complete. If you use the flash in bright places such - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 80
an item you want to set to the MANUAL dial. For details, see page 38. CONVERSION LENS When using a conversion lens (sold separately), use this function to record using the optimum compensation for camera shake and focus for each lens. Steps (HOME) (SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS] [CONVERSION - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 81
replaced with another one, the file number is assigned for each one of "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. AE SHIFT You can adjust the exposure manually. Steps (HOME) (darker)/ (SETTINGS) [PHOTO SETTINGS] [AE SHIFT] [ON] (brighter Index 81 - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 82
value, images appear reddish. You can also adjust the setting manually using the MANUAL dial (p. 38). NIGHTSHOT LIGHT When using the NightShot (p. 35) with your fingers or other objects. Remove the conversion lens (sold separately). The maximum shooting distance using [NIGHTSHOT LIGHT] is about 3 - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 83
of Contents STEADYSHOT You can compensate for camera shake. Set [ STEADYSHOT] to [ guide frame makes a balanced composition. FLASH MODE 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 - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 84
this item when a filter or a conversion lens is attached to your camcorder. The /CHG (charge) lamp (p. 8) flickers while charging the flash, and remains lit when the battery charge is complete. If you use can select an item you want to set to the MANUAL dial. For details, see page 38. Index 84 - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 85
optimum compensation for camera shake and focus for each lens. Steps (HOME) (SETTINGS) [PHOTO SETTINGS] [CONVERSION LENS] a lens. Select this when you use a tele-conversion lens. Select this when you do not use a conversion lens. AUTO BACK LIGHT (Auto Backlight Correction) Your camcorder - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 86
parts more finely, in the case of the high definition image quality (HD) movies. ON ( ) OFF Detects faces. Does not detect depending on recording conditions, subject conditions, and the setting of your camcorder. [FACE DETECTION] may not function properly depending on recording conditions - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 87
are not recorded automatically. Notes Smiles may not be detected depending on recording conditions, subject conditions, and the setting of your camcorder. When [DUAL CAPTURE] is selected, appears on the screen in movie recording standby, and changes into when movie recording starts. Tips - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 88
HD QUALITY Records, plays, or edits high definition image quality (HD) camcorder displays the information (data code) recorded automatically at the time of recording. Steps (HOME) (SETTINGS) [VIEW IMAGES SET] [DATA CODE] a desired setting HDR-XR500/XR520 OFF DATE/TIME CAMERA - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 89
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-XR500V/XR520V OFF DATE/TIME CAMERA DATA COORDINATES Data code is not displayed. Displays the date and time. Displays - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 90
code is displayed on the TV 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: [DATE/TIME] [CAMERA DATA] [COORDINATES] [OFF] (no indication). Depending on the recording media condition - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 91
) [SOUND/DISP SET] [LCD BL LEVEL] a desired setting NORMAL BRIGHT Standard brightness. Brightens the LCD screen. Notes When you connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor, [BRIGHT] is automatically selected for the setting. Index 91 - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 92
Table of Contents 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 - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 93
ratio of high definition image quality (HD) movies is 16:9. When you connect your camcorder to a TV compatible with the ID-1/ID-2 system, set [TV TYPE] to [16:9]. The TV switches to full mode automatically. Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with your TV. Useful Recording Techniques - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 94
RESOLUTION Select the output image resolution when connecting your camcorder to a TV with an HDMI cable. Steps (HOME) (SETTINGS) [OUTPUT SETTINGS] [HDMI RESOLUTION] [HD CONTENTS]/[SD CONTENTS] a desired setting HD CONTENTS Set the output image resolution recorded with high definition - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 95
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). 480p Outputs the 480p signal. 480i Outputs the 480i signal. Table of Contents Useful Recording Techniques Index - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 96
being used. The clock is not adjusted until the camcorder is turned off. Also, the clock is not adjusted unless the camcorder is receiving a GPS signal, even if the GPS switch is set to ON. AUTO AREA ADJ (HDR-XR500V/XR520V) Your camcorder will compensate for a time differences with the current area - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 97
Notes You must set date and time on your camcorder before using your camcorder (p. 21). DST SET/SUMMERTIME You can change this setting ] [ LANGUAGE SET] a desired setting Tips Your camcorder offers [ENG[SIMP]] (simplified English) for when you cannot find your native tongue among - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 98
internal hard disk The movie is recorded with high definition image quality (HD) Tips When you set this item to [ON] and HOME) or (VIEW IMAGES) REC LAMP (Recording lamp) You can make the camera recording lamp on the front of your camcorder not to turn on. Steps (HOME) (SETTINGS) [ - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 99
disk. Steps (HOME) (SETTINGS) [GENERAL SET] [DROP SENSOR] a desired setting ON OFF ( ) 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 - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 100
skydiving, you can set [DROP SENSOR] to [OFF] so as not to activate the drop sensor. CTRL FOR HDMI (Control for HDMI) When connecting your camcorder to a "BRAVIA" Sync compatible TV with the HDMI cable (sold separately), you can play back movies on your - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 101
the brightness and focus on [END] To adjust the brightness and focus automatically, touch [AUTO]. Notes [EXPOSURE] and [FOCUS] are automatically set to [MANUAL]. SPOT METER (Flexible spot meter) You can adjust and fix the exposure to the subject, so that it is recorded in suitable brightness - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 102
point to be focused within the frame on the screen [END] To adjust the focus automatically, touch [AUTO]. Notes [FOCUS] is automatically set to [MANUAL]. TELE MACRO This is useful to shoot small subjects, such as flowers or insects. You can blur out backgrounds and the subject stands out - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 103
distant subjects) (focusing on Index 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 - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 104
on; used as a guide if it is dark and focus adjustment is difficult) appears for a few seconds in the following cases. (This information will not display correctly if a conversion lens (sold separately) is being used.) When the focus mode is switched from automatic to manual When you set focus - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 105
Table of Contents * Adjusted to focus on subjects farther away only. ** Adjusted not to focus on subjects a short distance away. 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] - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 106
.], [SCENE SELECTION] is set to [AUTO]. 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 - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 107
Table of Contents MICREF LEVEL (Microphone reference level) You can select the microphone level for recording sound. Steps In recording mode, (OPTION) [MICREF LEVEL] a desired setting NORMAL LOW ( ) Records various ambient sounds, converting them into the appropriate level. - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 108
If you run into any problems using your camcorder, use the following list to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer. Overall operations/Easy Handycam operation/ Wireless Remote Commander p. 108 Batteries/power sources p. 109 - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 109
pack is being charged. Attach the battery pack to the camcorder correctly (p. 18). If the problem persists, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) and contact your Sony dealer. The battery pack may be damaged. The remaining battery time indicator does not indicate the correct - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 110
battery pack has not been charged enough. Fully charge the battery again. If the problem persists, replace the battery is not clear Move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever until the image appears clearly The file format is not supported by your camcorder (p. 129). Recording Refer also to - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 111
shooting a movie if a conversion lens (sold separately) or a filter (sold actually. On your camcorder, there may be a ratio of high definition image quality (HD) movies is 16:9 (wide). The are not suitable for auto focus. Adjust the focus manually (p. 103). SteadyShot does not function. Set - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 112
image signals, the subjects passing by the lens rapidly might appear crooked depending on the on your camcorder with the LCD screen facing out. The power is supplied from the AC Adaptor. Sound computer, etc. You removed the AC Adaptor or the battery pack before the ACCESS/access lamp is turned - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 113
the instruction manual supplied with your playback device for details. Change the sound to 2ch when creating a disc using the supplied software "PMB." (HD) movies on "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media on a device that is not compatible with AVCHD format. Editing movies/photos on your camcorder Unable - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 114
of [GUIDEFRAME](p. 78) as a guide. The image appears distorted on the GPS The camcorder is not receiving a GPS signal (HDR-XR500V/XR520V). Your camcorder may not be able to receive radio signals from GPS satellites because of obstructions. Bring your camcorder to an open area, and set the GPS - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 115
Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. C: (or E Self-diagnosis display) C:04: The battery pack is not an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series). Use an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (H series) (p. 129). Connect the DC plug of the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack of your camcorder - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 116
on the screen, follow the instructions. Recording media HDD format error. The internal hard disk of the camcorder is set differently from the camcorder. If the message is preceded by a GPS indicator, there may be some trouble with the GPS receiver. Turn on your camcorder again. (HDR-XR500V/XR520V - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 117
copy the image using the supplied software. Reinsert the Memory Stick. Database File. Cannot record or play HD movies. Do you want to "Memory Stick" media recommended for your camcorder (p. 70). This Memory Stick may not PRO Duo" media, and follow the instructions on the LCD screen. Other No further - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 118
Table of Contents Useful Recording Techniques Data protected. You tried to delete protected data. Release the protection of the data. 118 Index - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 119
Stick PRO Duo"media (unit: minute) Battery pack Continuous Typical recording recording time time Image quality HD SD HD SD NP-FH50 65 85 30 40 which you use your camcorder. Playing time Approximate time available when you use a fully charged battery pack. Battery pack Image quality NP- - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 120
Recording time HDR-XR500 HDR-XR500V [HD FH] 14 h 30 m 14 h 30 m [HD HQ] 29 h 40 m 29 h 30 m [HD SP] 36 h 35 h 50 m [HD LP] (5.1ch)* 48 h 10 m 47 h 50 m [HD LP] (2ch)* 50 h 30 m 50 h 10 m Recording mode Recording time HDR-XR520 HDR-XR520V [HD FH] 29 h 20 m 29 h 10 m [HD HQ] 59 - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 121
MODE] (p. 75). Notes Numbers in the table are based on using a Sony "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. The recordable time may vary depending on the 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 - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 122
camcorder in any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder within the AC 100 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz range. Viewing high definition image quality (HD) movies In countries/regions where 1080/60i is supported , the USA, Venezuela, etc. Australia, Austria, Belgium, China, Czech - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 123
when using your camcorder abroad. Touch (HOME) (SETTINGS) [CLOCK/ LANG] [AREA SET] and [DST SET]/[SUMMERTIME] (p. 96). HDR-XR500V/XR520V When [AUTO CLOCK ADJ] and [AUTO AREA ADJ] are set to [ON], the clock is set to the local time automatically by the GPS - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 124
and photos on the camcorder. To enjoy movies or photos by connecting your camcorder to a computer, see "PMB Guide" then use the supplied and not usually displayed. HD movie management information folder This folder contains recording data of high definition image quality (HD) movies. Do not try to - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 125
a high definition video signal shot on a digital video camera recorder to be recorded on 8 cm DVD discs, internal camcorder Based on the AVCHD format, your camcorder records with the high definition image quality (HD) mentioned below. In addition to high definition image quality (HD), your camcorder - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 126
cannot be played on your camcorder. About GPS (HDR-XR500V/XR520V) The GPS (Global Positioning System) is GPS information. On the restriction of use of GPS on an airplane During take off and landing of an airplane, set the GPS switch to OFF and turn off the camcorder, as you will be instructed - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 127
may be contrary to the copyright laws. On the navigation function The camcorder does not have a navigation function that uses GPS. Australia Copyright. Based on data provided under license from PSMA Australia Limited (www. psma.com.au). Austria © Bundesamt für Eich- und Vermessungswesen Croatia - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 128
PRO-HG * Duo" media * This product does not support 8-bit parallel data transfer but it supports 4-bit parallel data transfer the same as with "Memory media formatted by a computer (Windows OS/Mac OS) do not have guaranteed compatibility with your camcorder. Data read/write speed may vary - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 129
" media by your camcorder conform to the "Design rule for Camera File system" universal camcorder and an AC Adaptor/charger (sold separately). The "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack calculates the power consumption according to the operating conditions of your camcorder, and displays the remaining battery - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 130
, or the lens may be exposed to direct sunlight. This damages the inside of the viewfinder or 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 - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 131
once a month. Use up the battery pack completely before storing it. Moisture condensation If your camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to It is recommended that you connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor during the operation. Touch (HOME - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 132
-ventilated location subject to little dirt or dust. To prevent mold, periodically clean the lens as described above. On charging the pre-installed rechargeable battery Your camcorder has a pre-installed rechargeable battery to retain the date, time, and other settings even when the LCD screen is - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 133
the model for your camcorder. http://www.sony.net/Products/Linux/ We would prefer you do not contact us about the contents of source code. Read "license2.pdf " in the "License" folder on the CD-ROM. You will find licenses (in English) of "GPL," and "LGPL" software. To view the PDF, Adobe Reader is - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 134
CAMERA DATA 89, 90 Capturing a photo from a movie 60 Charging the battery pack..........18 Charging the battery pack abroad 19, 122 CLOCK/LANG 96 CLOCK SET 21, 96 COMPONENT 94 CONVERSION LENS 67 E Easy Handycam Operation........24 EDIT 63 GPS 39 GUIDEFRAME 78, 83 H HDMI RESOLUTION 94 HD/ - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 135
MANAGE MEDIA 70 MANUAL dial 38 Map , 32, 43 PHOTO SETTINGS 81 Playing 26, 41 Playlist 65 PMB Guide 2 PORTRAIT 104 Power on 21 Precautions 125 PROTECT 63 R REC Telephoto 34 Thumbnail 57 Tripod 8 Troubleshooting 108 TV 51 TV color systems 122 TV CONNECT Guide 51 TV TYPE 93 TWILIGHT - Sony XR-520 | User Guide - Page 136
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