4-149-357-11(1) HDR-CX500E/CX500VE/ CX505VE/CX520E/CX520VE Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide 2009 Sony Corporation Table of contents 7 Getting started 9 Recording 13 Playback 18 Saving movies and photos with a computer 23 Saving images with a DVD writer, recorder 34 Making good use of your camcorder 41 Additional information 53
Read this first Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like. CAUTION Battery pack If the battery pack is mishandled, the battery pack can burst, cause a fire or even chemical burns. Observe the following cautions. GB Do not disassemble.
compliance.sony.de/ Notice for the customers in the countries applying EU Directives (HDR-CX500E/CX520E) The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents.
to the applicable collection point for the recycling of waste batteries. For more detailed information about recycling of this product or battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. Supplied items The numbers in ( ) are the supplied quantity.
extremely low, you may not be able to record or play back on the camcorder, due to the protection features of the camcorder being activated in such situations. In this case, an indicator appears on the LCD screen (p. 54). On recording Before starting to record, test the recording function to make sure the image and sound are recorded without any problems.
Operation flow Recording movies and photos (p. 13) In the default settings, movies and photos are recorded with high definition image quality (HD) on the internal memory. You can change the recording media selected, and the image quality of movies (p. 43). Playing movies and photos Playing movies and photos on your camcorder (p. 18) Playing movies and photos on a connected TV (p. 21) Saving movies and photos on a disc Saving movies and photos with a computer (p.
Table of contents Read this first.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Operation flow.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Getting started Step 1: Charging the battery pack.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Saving images with a DVD writer, recorder Selecting the method for creating a disc (DVD writer/recorder).. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Creating a disc with the dedicated DVD writer, DVDirect Express.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc with a DVD writer, etc. other than DVDirect Express.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Getting started Step 1: Charging the battery pack Access lamp DC IN jack DC plug Getting started Battery pack /CHG (flash/charge) lamp AC Adaptor To the wall outlet (wall socket) Power cord (Mains lead) You can charge the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (H series) after attaching it to your camcorder. You cannot attach any “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack other than H series to your camcorder. 1 2 3 Turn off your camcorder by closing the LCD screen.
See page 58 on charging, recording and playing time. 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. To remove the battery pack Close the LCD screen. Slide the BATT (battery) release lever and remove the battery pack . To use a wall outlet (wall socket) as a power source Make the same connections as “Step 1: Charging the battery pack.
Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time 1 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder. The lens cover is opened and your camcorder is turned on. To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is open, press POWER. POWER button MODE button (Movie): To record movies (Photo): To record photos / Getting started 2 Select the desired geographical area with , then touch [NEXT]. Touch the button on the LCD screen.
(under [GENERAL SET] category) [BEEP] [OFF] . Once the clock is set, the clock time is automatically adjusted with [AUTO CLOCK ADJ] and [AUTO AREA ADJ] 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-CX500VE/CX505VE/CX520VE). To turn off the power Close the LCD screen. The off.
Recording Recording Recording movies In the default setting, movies are recorded with high definition image quality (HD) on the internal memory (p. 43, 48). Fasten the grip belt. Recording Open the LCD screen of your camcorder. The lens cover is opened and your camcorder is turned on. To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is already open, press POWER. POWER button Press START/STOP to start recording. You can start recording also by touching on the LCD screen.
Power zoom lever Wide Telephoto [STBY] [REC] To stop recording, press START/STOP again. You can stop recording also by touching on the LCD screen. You can magnify images with the power zoom lever. Move the power zoom lever slightly for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom. The icons and indicators on the LCD panel will be displayed for about 3 seconds, then they will be disappeared, after turning on your camcorder or switching the recording (movie/photo)/playback modes.
90 degrees (max.) 90 degrees to the camcorder 180 degrees (max.) Recording In the default setting, white frames appear around detected faces, and the image quality in and around those faces is optimized automatically ([FACE DETECTION], p. 48). You can specify the priority face by touching it, and its image quality is adjusted accordingly. A double-lined frame appears around the face you want to record as priority. Touch the face with the double-lined frame again to cancel.
Press PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus, then press it fully. You can record photos also by touching on the LCD screen. Power zoom lever Wide Telephoto Flashes Lights up When GB 16 disappears, the photo is recorded. Move the power zoom lever slightly for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom. You can check the recordable number of photos on the LCD screen (p. 60). (MENU) [ IMAGE SIZE] (under [PHOTO To change the image size, touch .
Acquiring location information using the GPS (HDR-CX500VE/CX505VE/ CX520VE) When you set the GPS switch to ON, appears on the LCD screen, and your camcorder acquires the location information from the GPS satellites. Acquiring the location information enables you to use functions such as the Map Index. The indicator changes according to the strength of GPS signal reception. Make sure that the GPS switch is set to OFF during take off and landing of an airplane.
Playback Playback on the camcorder In the default setting, movies and photos on the internal memory are played (p. 43). Playing movies Open the LCD screen of your camcorder. The lens cover is opened and your camcorder is turned on. To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is already open, press POWER (p. 11). Press (VIEW IMAGES). The VISUAL INDEX screen appears after some seconds. You can display the VISUAL INDEX screen also by touching screen.
Returns to the recording screen. appears when the standard definition image quality (SD) movie is selected with [ / SET] (p. 48). ** is displayed when is touched. You can scroll the display by touching and dragging or . 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 the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media.
Switches operating button display. To MENU screen Displays the screen to select the index type ([DATE INDEX]/[ MAP] (HDRCX500VE/CX505VE/CX520VE)) (p. 49).*1 : Displays high definition image quality (HD) movies.*2 Displays photos. / : Displays photos recorded on the previous/next date.*3 / : Displays the previous/next photo. Returns to the recording screen. *1 The screen to select the index type is not displayed when [PHOTO MEDIA SET] (p. 43) is set to [MEMORY STICK].
Playing images on a TV 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 of [TV CONNECT Guide]. Connecting a TV using [TV CONNECT Guide] Switch the input on the TV to the connected jack. Refer to the instruction manuals of the TV.
(MENU) [OUTPUT SETTINGS] (under [GENERAL SET] category) [COMPONENT] [576i] To connect a 4:3 TV: (MENU) [OUTPUT SETTINGS] (under [GENERAL SET] category) [TV TYPE] [4:3] To activate “BRAVIA” Sync: (MENU) [OUTPUT SETTINGS] (under [GENERAL SET] category) [CTRL FOR HDMI] [ON] (the default setting) On “Photo TV HD” This camcorder is compatible with the “Photo TV HD” standard. “Photo TV HD” allows for highly-detailed, photo-like depiction of subtle textures and colors.
Saving movies and photos with a computer Preparing a computer (Windows) You can perform following operations using “PMB (Picture Motion Browser).” Importing images to a computer Viewing and editing imported images Creating a disc Uploading movies and photos to websites To save movies and photos using a computer, install “PMB” from the supplied CD-ROM beforehand. Do not format the internal memory of your camcorder from a computer. Your camcorder may not operate correctly.
*1 Standard installation is required. Operation is not assured if the OS has been upgraded or in a multi-boot environment. *2 64-bit editions and Starter (Edition) are not supported. *3 Starter (Edition) is not supported. When using a Macintosh The supplied software “PMB” is not supported by Macintosh computers. To process photos using a Macintosh computer connected to your camcorder, see the following website. http://guide.d-imaging.sony.co.
Touch [ USB CONNECT] on the camcorder screen. If the [USB SELECT] screen does not (MENU) appear, touch [USB CONNECT] (under [OTHERS] category). No icon may appear depending on the installation procedure. The “Handycam” Handbook is not installed in this procedure (p. 52). To disconnect your camcorder from the computer Click the icon at the bottom right of the desktop of the computer [Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device]. Click [Continue] on the computer screen. screen.
Selecting the method for creating a disc (computer) Several methods for creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc or a standard definition image quality (SD) disc from high definition image quality (HD) movies or photos recorded on your camcorder are described here. Select the method that suits your disc player. Player Choosing a method and disc type Blu-ray disc playback devices (a Blu-ray disc player, PLAYSTATION3, etc.
Disc type DVD-R/DVD+R/DVD+R DL DVD-RW/DVD+RW Features Unrewritable Rewritable Always maintain your PLAYSTATION3 to use the latest version of the PLAYSTATION3 system software. The PLAYSTATION3 may not be available in some countries/regions.
Creating a disc with one touch (One Touch Disc Burn) You can save movies and photos on a disc. Movies and photos recorded on your camcorder that have not yet been saved with One Touch Disc Burn function can be saved on a disc automatically. Movies and photos are saved on a disc with their recorded image quality. High definition image quality (HD) movies (the default setting) will make a high definition image quality (HD) disc.
Importing movies and photos to a computer (Easy PC Back-up) Movies and photos recorded on your camcorder that have not yet been saved with Easy PC Back-up can be imported to a computer automatically. Turn on the computer beforehand. Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 10). Movies and photos are imported to your computer. When the operation is completed, the “PMB” screen appears.
Starting PMB (Picture Motion Browser) Double-click the “PMB” short-cut icon on the computer screen. Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc You can create a high definition image quality (HD) disc by putting together high definition image quality (HD) movies previously imported to your computer (p. 29). If the icon is not displayed on the computer screen, click [Start] [All Programs] [Sony Picture Utility] [PMB] to start “PMB.
4 At the top of the window, click [Manipulate] [AVCHD (HD) Creation]. The window used to select movies appears. 5 Connect your computer to the internet when you install [BD Add-on Software]. You can play back high definition image quality (HD) discs using “Player for AVCHD” that is installed together with “PMB.” To start “Player for AVCHD” Click [Start] [All Programs] [Sony Picture Utility] [Player for AVCHD]. See the “Player for AVCHD” help on the operation.
Creating a standard definition image quality (SD) disc that can be played on ordinary DVD players [Manipulate] [DVD-Video (SD) Creation]. The window used to select movies and photos appears. You can create a standard definition image quality (SD) disc by selecting movies and photos previously imported to your computer (p. 29). You may select high definition image quality (HD) movies as sources. However, image quality is converted from high definition (HD) to standard definition (SD).
Editing movies You can cut out only necessary parts from a movie and save it as another file. Using “PMB,” select the movie you want to edit, then click [Manipulate] [Video Trimming] on the menu to display the Video Trimming window. See “PMB Guide” on the operation (p. 30). Capturing photos from a movie You can save a frame of a movie as a photo file. On the movie playback window of to display [Save Frame] “PMB,” click windows. See “PMB Guide” on the operation (p. 30).
Saving images with a DVD writer, recorder Selecting the method for creating a disc (DVD writer/recorder) Several methods for creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc or a standard definition image quality (SD) disc from high definition image quality (HD) movies or photos recorded on your camcorder are described here. Select the method that suits your disc player. Prepare a DVD disc such as a DVD-R, for creating a disc. See page 31 to create a Blu-ray disc.
Creating a disc with the dedicated DVD writer, DVDirect Express You can perform the following operations by using the dedicated DVD writer, DVDirect Express (sold separately) : Create a disc of the same image quality as that of the recorded movie. Convert high definition (HD) movies to standard definition (SD) movies, for playback on any DVD player, etc., and create a disc (DISC BURN OPTION).
To customize a disc with DISC BURN OPTION Perform this operation in the following cases. When dubbing a desired image When creating multiple copies of the same disc When converting high definition (HD) movies to standard definition (SD) movies, and creating a disc Touch [DISC BURN OPTION] in step 3 above. when you create a disc converting them from high definition image quality (HD) to standard definition image quality (SD). Touch [YES] on the camcorder screen.
screen. Sony DVD writer may not be available in some countries/regions. Saving images with a DVD writer, recorder many of the same disc. Do not do any of the following when creating a disc. Turn off the camcorder Close the LCD screen of the camcorder Disconnect the USB cable or the AC Adaptor Subject the camcorder to mechanical shock or vibration Eject the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media from the camcorder You cannot add movies to a created disc.
Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc with a DVD writer, etc. other than DVDirect Express Use 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. Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 10).
Creating a standard definition image quality (SD) disc with a recorder, etc. A/V Remote Connector You can dub images played back on your camcorder on a disc or video cassette, by connecting your camcorder to a disc recorder or a Sony DVD writer other than DVDirect Express, etc. with the A/V connecting cable. Connect the device in either way of or . Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected.
3 Start playback on your camcorder, and record it on the recording device. 4 Refer to the instruction manuals supplied with your recording device for details. When dubbing is finished, stop the recording device, and then your camcorder. GB 40 Since dubbing is performed via analog data transfer, the image quality may deteriorate. You cannot dub images to recorders connected with an HDMI cable. To hide the screen indicators (such as a counter, etc.
Making good use of your camcorder Deleting movies and photos 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. 43). For movies, select the image quality (p. 48). 1 Touch (MENU) [EDIT] [DELETE] (under category). 2 To delete movies, touch [ DELETE] [ DELETE] or [ DELETE]. 3 To delete photos, touch [ [ DELETE].
Adjusting for shooting conditions Recording in dark places (NightShot) When you press NIGHTSHOT, appears, and you can record images even in total darkness. Press NIGHTSHOT again to cancel the NightShot function. Using NightShot in bright places will cause a malfunction of your camcorder. To assign a menu item Press and hold MANUAL for a few seconds to display the [DIAL SETTING] screen. Rotate the MANUAL dial to assign an item. You can assign [FOCUS], [EXPOSURE], [AE SHIFT], or [WB SHIFT].
Changing the recording media You can select the internal memory 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 memory. [PHOTO MEDIA SET]. The [PHOTO MEDIA SET] screen appears. Touch the desired recording medium. Touch [YES] Movies Photos “Memory Stick” media . The recording medium is changed.
* Marked with Mark2 or not, either can free space.] is displayed in step 2, format the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media (p. 41). be used. “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media of up to 32 GB are confirmed to work with this camcorder. Open the “Memory Stick Duo” media/jack cover, and insert the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media into the “Memory Stick Duo” media slot until it clicks. Close the “Memory Stick Duo” media/ jack cover after inserting the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media.
Customizing your camcorder with menus Your camcorder has MY MENU where 6 menu items you use most often can be registered, and MENU, where all menu items are displayed. Menu items are described in more details with color photos in the “Handycam” Handbook (p. 52). Using MY MENU Open the LCD screen of your camcorder. The lens cover is opened and your camcorder is turned on. To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is already open, press POWER (p. 11).
[DELETE], [PHOTO CAPTURE], [ HIGHLIGHT], [ SCENARIO], [TV CONNECT Guide], [OUTPUT SETTINGS] To change settings by using MENU Open the LCD screen of your camcorder. The lens cover is opened and your camcorder is turned on. To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is already open, press POWER (p. 11). Touch Moves through 4 items at once Moves from category to category and . Displays (MENU). The MY MENU screen is displayed. Touch . The MENU items are displayed.
Touch (OPTION). (OPTION) Touch the desired tab the item to change the setting. Menu item Tab After completing the setting, touch . Making good use of your camcorder Grayed out menu items or settings are not available. When the item you want is not on the screen, touch another tab. (There may be no tab.) The tabs and items that appear on the screen depend on the recording/playback status of your camcorder at the time.
Menu lists (MANUAL SETTINGS) category SCENE SELECTION................... Selects an appropriate recording setting according to the type of scene, such as night view or beach. FADER..................................... Fades scenes in or out. WHITE BAL.................................. Adjusts the color balance to the brightness of the recording environment. SPOT MTR/FCS.......................... Adjusts the brightness and focus for the seleted subject simultaneously. SPOT METER..............................
(PHOTO SETTINGS) category SELF-TIMER........................... Sets the self-timer when your camcorder is in photo recording mode. IMAGE SIZE........................... Sets the photo size. STEADYSHOT....................... Sets the SteadyShot function when recording photos. FLASH MODE............................. Sets how the flash is activated. FLASH LEVEL............................. Sets the brightness of flash. REDEYE REDUC......................... Prevents redeye when shooting with flash. FILE NO....
PHOTO COPY COPY by select................ Selects photos and copy. COPY by date................... Copies all photos of a specified date. PLAYLIST EDIT ADD/ ADD......... Adds movies in a playlist. ADD by date/ ADD by date............ Adds movies recorded on a same day at one time in a playlist. ERASE/ ERASE.... Erases movies from a playlist. ERASE ALL/ ERASE ALL.................. Erases all movies from a playlist. MOVE/ MOVE..... Changes the order of movies in a playlist. (OTHERS) category YOUR LOCATION*.
OUTPUT SETTINGS TV TYPE.............................. p. 22 COMPONENT................... p. 21 HDMI RESOLUTION........ Selects the output image resolution when connecting your camcorder to a TV with an HDMI cable. DISP OUTPUT................... Sets whether the on-screen displays appears on the TV screen or not. CLOCK/ LANG CLOCK SET........................ p. 11 AREA SET........................... p. 11 AUTO CLOCK ADJ*.........
Getting detailed information from the “Handycam” Handbook The “Handycam” Handbook is a user guide designed to be read on a computer screen. The functions of your camcorder are described, some of them with color photos. The “Handycam” Handbook is intended to be read when you want to know more about operating your camcorder. 1 2 To install the “Handycam” Handbook on a Windows computer, place the supplied CD-ROM in the disc drive of your computer.
Additional information Troubleshooting If you run into any problems using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer. Notes before sending your camcorder for repair Your camcorder may be required to initialize or change the current internal memory of your camcorder, depending on the problem. In the event of this, the data stored on the internal memory will be deleted.
Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators If indicators appear on the LCD screen, check the following. If the problem persists even after you have tried to fix a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. C:04: The battery pack is not an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack H series. Use an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack H series (p. 9). Connect the DC plug of the AC Adaptor to your camcorder securely (p. 9). The “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media is damaged.
Precautions On use and care such as by placing anything heavy on it. Do not use a deformed or damaged battery pack. Keep metal contacts clean. If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked: Consult your local authorized Sony service facility. Wash off any liquid that may have contacted your skin. If any liquid gets in your eyes, wash with plenty of water and consult a doctor.
Handling the camcorder with above substances on your hands Leaving the casing in contact with rubber or vinyl objects for a long period of time About care and storage of the lens Wipe the surface of the lens clean with a soft cloth in the following instances: When there are fingerprints on the lens surface In hot or humid locations When the lens is exposed to salty air such as at the seaside Store in a well-ventilated location subject to little dirt or dust.
Specifications System Minimum illumination 11 lx (lux) (in default setting, shutter speed 1/50 second) 3 lx (lux) (LOW LUX is set to [ON], shutter speed 1/25 second) 0 lx (lux) (NIGHTSHOT is set to on) * The unique pixel array of Sony’s ClearVid and the image processing system (BIONZ) allow still image resolution equivalent to the sizes described. ** [ STEADYSHOT] is set to [STANDARD] or [OFF].
50 Hz/60 Hz Current consumption: 0.35 A - 0.18 A Power consumption: 18 W Output voltage: DC 8.4 V* Operating temperature: 0 C to 40 C (32 °F to 104 °F) Storage temperature: –20 C to + 60 C (-4 °F to +140 °F) Dimensions (approx.): 48 29 81 mm (1 15/16 × 1 3/16 × 3 1/4 in.) (w/h/d) excluding the projecting parts Mass (approx.): 170 g (6.
On trademarks Recording time Recording mode HDR-CX520E HDR-CX520VE [SD HQ] 15 h 50 m 15 h 35 m [SD SP] 23 h 25 m 23 h 5 m [SD LP] (5.1 ch)* 44 h 50 m 44 h 20 m [SD LP] (2 ch)* 48 h 55 m 48 h 20 m * You can change the recording sound format with [AUDIO MODE] (p. 48).
Screen indicators All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Furthermore, and are not mentioned in each case in this manual.
Indicator Meaning Indicator 0:00:00 Counter (hour:minute: second) [00min] Estimated recording remaining time 9999 9999 100/112 FADER Approximate number of recordable photos and recording media Playback folder Current playing movie or photo/Number of total recorded movies or photos Meaning Index button Indicators and their positions are approximate and may differ from what you actually see. Some indicators may not appear, depending on your camcorder models.
Parts and controls Figures in ( ) are reference pages. facing out. This is convenient during playback operations. Active Interface Shoe The Active Interface Shoe supplies power to optional accessories such as a video light, a flash, or a microphone. The accessory can be turned on or off as you operate the POWER switch on your camcorder.
Power zoom lever (14, 16, 20) PHOTO button (15) MODE button (11) (movie)/ (Photo) lamps (11) Battery pack /CHG (flash/charge) lamp (9) A/V Remote Connector (21) START/STOP button (13) Grip belt (13) Hook for a shoulder belt DC IN jack (9) Tripod receptacle (42) BATT (battery) release lever (10) Additional information GB 63
Index A I AVCHD..................................26, 34 Image quality................................48 Install.............................................24 B Battery.............................................9 Battery of the Wireless Remote Commander.................................56 Blu-ray disc...................................31 C Capturing photos from a movie .......................................................33 Care...............................................
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