4-416-970-11(1) Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide Table of contents Getting started Recording/Playback Advanced operations Please also refer to : http://www.sony.
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. Do not disassemble.
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For all other batteries, please view the section on how to remove the battery from the product safely. Hand the battery over 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. For customers in the U.S.A.
CAUTION You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
About language setting The on-screen displays in each local language are used for illustrating the operating procedures. Change the screen language before using the camcorder if necessary (p. 20). LCD Panel On recording Before starting to record, test the recording function to make sure the image and sound are recorded without any problems.
Illustrations used in this manual are based on HDR-CX210E unless otherwise specified. Recording Capacity Projector media of internal recording media HDR-CX190E Memory card only HDR-CX200E HDR-PJ200E HDR-CX210E Internal memory + memory card 8 GB Selecting items on the LCD screen HDR-CX190E Move the multi-selector towards /// to select the desired item, and then press the center of the selector to complete the selection.
Table of contents Read this first.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Learning more about the camcorder (“Handycam” User Guide).. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Selecting items on the LCD screen.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Parts and controls.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Enjoying a digest of your movies (Highlight Playback).. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saving Highlight Playback in HD image quality ( Scenario Save).. . . . . . . . . . Converting the data format to STD image quality (Highlight Movie).. . . . . . . . Playing images on a TV.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the built-in projector (HDR-PJ200E).. . . . . .
Customizing your camcorder Using menus.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Menu lists.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Others/Index Troubleshooting.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parts and controls Figures in ( ) are reference pages. HDR-PJ200E Speaker Lens (Carl Zeiss lens) LENS COVER switch Built-in microphone LCD screen/Touch panel (HDR-CX200E/ CX210E/PJ200E) (19, 20) HDR-CX190E 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.
HDR-CX190E HDR-CX190E HDR-CX200E/CX210E HDR-CX200E/CX210E/PJ200E HDR-PJ200E MODE button (Movie)/ (Photo) lamp (23, 24) RESET button Press RESET using a pointed object. Press RESET to initialize all the settings including the clock setting.
Battery pack (15) START/STOP button (24) Grip belt Built-in USB Cable (16) DC IN jack (15) A/V Remote Connector (38) Memory card access lamp (21) Memory card slot (21) Tripod receptacle Attach a tripod (sold separately: the length of the screw must be less than 5.5 mm (7/32 in.)).
Getting started Supplied Items The numbers in ( ) are the supplied quantity. Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV30 (1) Camcorder (1) AC Adaptor (1) “Operating Guide” (This manual) (1) Power cord (Mains lead) (1) HDMI cable (1) (only for HDR-CX200E/CX210E/PJ200E) A/V connecting cable (1) USB connection support cable (1) GB 14 The USB connection support cable is designed for use with this camcorder only. Use this cable when the Built-in USB Cable of the camcorder (p.
Charging the battery pack 1 Close the LCD screen and attach the battery pack. Getting started Battery pack 2 Connect the AC Adaptor () and the power cord (mains lead) () to your camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket). The CHG (charge) lamp turns on. The CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery pack is fully charged. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack of your camcorder. CHG (charge) lamp DC IN jack Align the mark on the DC plug with that on the DC IN jack.
Charging the battery using your computer Turn off your camcorder and connect the camcorder to a running computer using the Built-in USB Cable. Built-in USB cable To the wall outlet (wall socket) To charge the battery from a wall outlet (wall socket) using the Built-in USB Cable You can charge the battery by connecting the Built-in USB Cable to a wall outlet (wall socket) using an AC-UD10 USB charger/AC Adaptor (sold separately).
To remove the battery pack Close the LCD screen. Slide the BATT (battery) release lever () and remove the battery pack (). Getting started To use a wall outlet (wall socket) as a power source Make the same connections as those for charging the battery pack. Even if the battery pack is attached, the battery pack is not discharged. Notes on the battery pack When you remove the battery pack or disconnect the AC Adaptor, turn the camcorder off and make sure (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (p.
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/60 Hz range. Do not use an electronic voltage transformer.
Turning the power on, and setting the date and time the LCD screen of your 1 Open camcorder and turn the power on. Select the desired language, then select [Next]. 3 Select the desired geographical area with / , then select [Next]. 4 Set [Summer Time], select the date format and the date and time. If you set [Summer Time] to [On], the clock advances 1 hour. When you select the date and time, select one of the items and adjust the value with / .
Changing the language setting You can change the on-screen displays to show messages in a specified language. Select [Setup] [ General Settings] [Language Setting] a desired language. To turn off the power Close the LCD screen. To adjust the angle of the LCD panel First open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (), and then adjust the angle (). 90 degrees (max.) 180 degrees (max.
Preparing the recording media The recording media that can be used are displayed on the screen of your camcorder as following icons. HDR-CX190E/CX200E/ PJ200E Default recording medium Memory card HDR-CX210E Internal memory — Memory card Notes You cannot select a different recording medium for movies and for photos. Getting started Alternative recording medium Selecting a recording medium (HDR-CX210E) Select [Setup] [ Media Settings] [Media Select] the desired medium.
To eject the memory card Open the cover and lightly push the memory card in once. Notes To ensure stable operation of the memory card, it is recommended to format the memory card with your camcorder before the first use (p. 59). Formatting the memory card will erase all the data stored on it and the data will be irrecoverable. Save your important data on your PC, etc. If [Failed to create a new Image Database File. It may be possible that there is not enough free space.
Recording/Playback Recording In the default setting, movies and photos are recorded on the following media. Movies are recorded with high definition image quality (HD). HDR-CX190E/CX200E/PJ200E: Memory card HDR-CX210E: Internal recording media Recording movies Open the lens cover. 2 Open the LCD screen and press MODE to turn on the (Movie) lamp. 3 Press START/STOP to start recording. Recording/Playback 1 To stop recording, press START/STOP again.
Shooting photos 1 Open the LCD screen and press MODE to turn on the (Photo) lamp. 2 Press PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus, then press it fully. When the focus is adjusted properly, AE/AF lock indicator appears on the LCD screen. To display items on the LCD screen Items on the LCD screen disappear if you do not operate the camcorder for a few seconds after you turn the camcorder on or switch between the movie recording and photo shooting modes. To display the items again, do as follows.
Screen indicators during recording Described here are icons for both movie recording and photo recording modes. Refer to the page in ( ) for details.
To record in mirror mode Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (), then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side (). A mirror-image of the subject appears on the LCD screen, but the image will be normal when recorded. Notes If you close the LCD screen while recording movies, the camcorder stops recording. The maximum continuous recordable time of movies is about 13 hours. When a movie file exceeds 2 GB, the next movie file is created automatically.
Zooming Move the power zoom lever to magnify or reduce the size of the image. W (Wide angle): Wider range of view T (Telephoto): Close view To magnify images further (Extended Zoom) Set [ SteadyShot] to [Standard] or [Off] (p. 58). Recording/Playback You can magnify images using optical zooming up to 25 times the original size with the default setting. Move the power zoom lever slightly for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom.
Playback You can search for recorded images by date and time of recording (Event view). 1 Open the LCD screen and press the button on the camcorder to enter the playback mode. HDR-CX200E/CX210E/PJ200E You can enter the playback mode by on the LCD screen (p. 25). selecting HDR-CX190E 2 Select / to move the desired event to the center () and then select it (). 3 Select the image. GB 28 The camcorder displays recorded images as an event automatically, based on the date and time.
Screen display on the Event View screen Remaining battery To the MENU screen Events Event name To the next event To the previous event Time-line bar Change to the movie/ photo recording mode Change Event Scale button Event name Recorded time/number of photos To go back to the Event View screen Switch image type button Movie Previous/next Recording/Playback To play back short movies (p.
Operating buttons while playing Items on the LCD screen disappear if you do not attempt to operate the camcorder for a few seconds. To display the items again, do as follows. HDR-CX190E: Move the multi-selector. HDR-CX200E/CX210E/PJ200E: Touch the LCD screen. While playing a movie Volume Delete Context To stop Previous To fast-reverse Next To fast-forward To pause/play While viewing photos Operating buttons while viewing photos will be changed depends on the setting of Switch Image Type button (p. 29).
(photo) Delete Context Previous Next To start/stop slide show As you repeat selecting / during playback, movies are played as fast as about 5 times about 10 times about 30 times about 60 times. / during pause to play movies slowly. Select [Slideshow Set]. To repeat Slideshow, select To play back images with other devices You may not be able to play back normally images recorded on your camcorder with other devices.
Advanced operations Recording people clearly Recording the selected subject clearly (Face Priority) (HDR-CX200E/ CX210E/PJ200E) Your camcorder can track a face you select and adjust the focus, exposure, and skin tone of the face automatically. To record subjects other than people (Tracking focus) Touch the subject you want to record. Your camcorder adjusts the focus automatically. Touch one of the faces targeted. Capturing smiles automatically (Smile Shutter) The double-lined frame is displayed.
Recording movies in various situations Notes REC Mode] is set to [Highest When the [ ], you cannot use the Smile Shutter Quality function while recording movies. Smiles may not be detected depending on recording conditions, subject conditions, and the setting of your camcorder. [Smile Sensitivity] (p.
To record images brighter than those recorded using the Intelligent Auto function Select [Camera/Mic] Manual Settings] [Low Lux]. [ Notes The camcorder may not detect the expected scene or subject, depending on the recording conditions. Recording images with the selected image quality Selecting the image quality of movies (Recording mode) You can switch the recording mode to select the movie quality when recording high definition image quality (HD) movies. The recording time (p.
Recording mode and the media devices to which the images can be copied Types of media Recording mode FX FH/HQ/LP On this camcorder Internal recording media* Memory card Recording standard definition image quality / Setting] (p. 59) (STD) movie: [ Guide for creating discs (p. 49) Changing the image quality of photos The number of photos you can shoot differs, depending on the image size selected. — 1 Select Size] [ 2 Select the desired image size. [Image Quality/ Image Size].
Enjoying a digest of your movies (Highlight Playback) B: You can save the Highlight Playback scenes in standard definition image quality (STD) and share it (upload it to the web, etc.). C: You can change the settings for Highlight Playback. You can enjoy a digest of high definition image quality (HD) movies and photos, similar to a short movie. 1 2 Press (View Images) (p. 28). Display the desired event at the center of the Event View, and select [ Highlight].
Notes Highlight Playback scenes will change each time you select a Highlight Playback. The [Playback Range] setting is cleared when the Highlight Playback stops. When you connect the camcorder to an external device, such as a TV, and watch Highlight Playback or Highlight Scenario, these images do not appear on the LCD screen of the camcorder. Saving Highlight Playback in HD image quality ( Scenario Save) 1 Select [Replay] on the screen after a Highlight Playback has finished.
Playing images on a TV 2 Select the desired operation when the item has been saved. A: Selecting [Share] allows you to upload the Highlight movie to the Web using the built-in “PlayMemories Home” software (p. 48), or create DVDs using the “DVDirect Express” DVD writer (p. 51) B: Your camcorder plays the Highlight Movie saved. Connection methods and the image quality viewed on the TV screen differ depending on what type of TV is connected, and the connectors used.
On an HDMI cable Use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo. Use an HDMI mini connector on one end (for the camcorder), and a plug suitable for connecting your TV on the other end. Copyright-protected images are not output from the HDMI OUT jack of your camcorder. Some TVs may not function correctly (e.g., no sound or image) with this connection. Do not connect the camcorder HDMI OUT jack to an external device HDMI OUT jack, as malfunction may result.
Using the built-in projector (HDR-PJ200E) Using “BRAVIA” Sync You can operate your camcorder with the remote commander of your TV by connecting your camcorder to a “BRAVIA” Sync compatible TV launched in 2008 or later with the HDMI cable. You can operate the menu of your camcorder by pressing the SYNC MENU button of the remote commander of your TV.
3 Adjust the focus of the projected image using the PROJECTOR FOCUS lever. PROJECTOR FOCUS lever 4 Advanced operations The projected image is larger when the distance between your camcorder and the reflecting surface increase. It is recommended that you place the camcorder about 0.5 m (1.6 feet) or further away from the surface that the images are to be projected onto. Notes Be careful of the following operations or situations while using the projector.
Editing Editing on your camcorder Notes Some basic editing operations can be done on the camcorder. If you want to perform advanced editing operations, install the “Expanded Feature” for the built-in “PlayMemories Home” software. 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 while deleting or dividing the images. It may damage the recording media.
2 Select the point where you want to divide the movie into scenes using / , and then select . 2 A Select the point where you want to capture a photo using / , and then select . B A Notes A slight difference may occur from the point where you select and the actual dividing point, as your camcorder selects the dividing point based on about half-second increments. Some basic editing operations can be done on the camcorder.
Saving movies and photos with a computer Useful functions available when connecting the camcorder to your computer For Windows The built-in “PlayMemories Home” (Lite Version) software allows you to import images in the camcorder to your computer and play them on the computer easily. Importing images Playback Use the USB connection support cable when the Built-in USB Cable of the camcorder is too short for connection with your computer.
Preparing a computer (Windows) Step 1 Checking the computer system OS*1 Microsoft Windows XP SP3*2/Windows Vista SP2*3/Windows 7 SP1 Memory Windows XP: 512 MB or more (1 GB or more is recommended) Windows Vista/ Windows 7: 1 GB or more Hard disk Disk volume required for installation: Approximately 500 MB (10 GB or more may be necessary when creating AVCHD recording discs. 50 GB maximum may be necessary when creating Blu-ray discs.) not assured if the OS has been upgraded or in a multi-boot environment.
3 4 On Windows 7, select [PlayMemories Home] on the Device Stage window. On Windows XP/Windows Vista, select [Computer] (on Windows XP, [My Computer]) [PMHOME] [PMHOME.EXE]. Follow the instructions that appear on the computer screen to continue the installation. When the installation completes, “PlayMemories Home” starts up. GB 46 If the “PlayMemories Home” software is already installed on your computer, register your camcorder with the “PlayMemories Home” software.
To create a Blu-ray disc You can create a Blu-ray disc with a high definition image quality (HD) movie previously imported to a computer. To create a Blu-ray disc, the “BD Add-on Software” must be installed. Visit the following URL to install the software. http://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/ BDUW/ Your computer must support the creation of Blu-ray discs. BD-R (unrewritable) and BD-RE (rewritable) media are available for creating Blu-ray discs.
Starting the “PlayMemories Home” software 1 Double-click the “PlayMemories Home” icon on the computer screen. Downloading the dedicated software for the camcorder Installing software for Mac For details on the software for Mac computers, refer to the following URL. http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/ The “PlayMemories Home” software starts up. 2 Double-click the ““PlayMemories Home” Help Guide” short-cut icon on the computer screen to see how to use “PlayMemories Home.
Saving images with an external device Disc creation guide You can save high definition image quality (HD) movies using an external device. Select the method to be used according to the device. External devices Connecting cable Page Built-in USB cable of the DVDirect Express 51 DVD writer other than DVDirect Express Saving images on a DVD disc with high definition image quality (HD) or with standard definition image quality (STD). Built-in USB Cable 52 Hard disk recorder, etc.
The devices 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 PlayStation3 DVD disc with standard definition image quality (STD) Ordinary DVD playback devices, such as a DVD player. GB 50 Notes The AVCHD recording disc can be played back only on AVCHD format compatible devices.
Creating a disc with the DVD writer or recorder Notes Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 17) Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the device connected. Sony DVD writer may not be available in some countries/regions. Creating a disc with DVDirect Express To perform [DISC BURN OPTION] You can also create a standard definition image quality (STD) disc. 1 Select[DISC BURN OPTION] in step 3 above.
Notes High definition (HD) and standard definition (STD) image quality movies will be saved on individual discs. If the total memory size of movies to be burnt by the DISC BURN operation exceeds that of the disc, disc creation stops when the limit is reached. The last movie on the disc may be cut off. Do not do any of the following when creating a disc.
2 Connect your camcorder to the recording device with the A/V connecting cable. A/V Remote Connector Notes You cannot copy images to recorders connected with an HDMI cable. Since copying is performed via analog data transfer, the image quality may deteriorate. High definition image quality (HD) movies will be copied with standard definition image quality (STD).
Saving images on an external media device You can save movies and photos on an external media device (USB storage devices), such as an external hard disk drive. The following functions will be available after you have saved your images on an external media device. 2 You can connect your camcorder and the external media device, and then play back images stored on the external media device (p. 54).
When an external media device is connected, will appear on the Event View screen. To delete images in the external media device 1 Select [Play without copying.] in step 2. [Edit/Copy] [Delete], 2 Select and then follow the instructions that appear on the LCD screen to delete images. 1 Select [Play without copying.] in step 2. [Edit/Copy] [Copy], 2 Select and then follow the instructions that appear on the LCD screen to save images.
Customizing your camcorder Using menus The camcorder has various menu items under each of 6 menu categories. Shooting Mode (Items for selecting a shooting mode) p. 58 Camera/Mic (Items for customized shooting) p. 58 Image Quality/Size (Items for setting up image quality or size) p. 59 Playback Function (Items for playback) p. 59 Edit/Copy (Items for editing images such as copy or protect) p. 59 Setup (Other setup items) p. 59 1 Select 2 Select a category. 3 Select your desired menu item.
To find a menu item quickly The [Camera/Mic] and [Setup] menus have sub-categories. Select the sub-category icon so that the LCD screen displays the list of menus in the sub-category selected. Sub-category icons When you cannot select a menu item Grayed out menu items or settings are not available. When you select the grayed out menu item, your camcorder displays the reason why you cannot select the menu item or the instruction of under which condition you can set the menu item.
Menu lists Shooting Mode Movie........................................... Records movies. Photo............................................ Shoots photos. Camera/Mic Manual Settings White Balance.................. Adjusts the color balance to the brightness of the recording environment. Spot Meter/Fcs*1............ Adjusts the brightness and focus for the selected subject simultaneously. Spot Meter*1.................... Adjusts the brightness of images to a subject you touch on the screen. Spot Focus*1....
Image Quality/Size REC Mode........................... Sets the mode to record movies. / Setting................. Sets the image quality for recording (high definition image quality (HD) or standard definition image quality (STD)). Wide Mode......................... Sets the horizontal to vertical ratio when recording movies with standard definition image quality (STD). x.v.Color............................... Records a wider range of colors.
Connection TV Type.............................. Converts the signal depending on the TV connected (p. 38). HDMI Resolution............ Selects the output image resolution when connecting your camcorder to a TV with an HDMI cable. CTRL FOR HDMI.............. Sets whether or not the TV’s Remote Commander is to be used when the camcorder is connected to a “BRAVIA” Sync compatible TV with the HDMI cable. USB Connect....................
Others/Index Troubleshooting If you run into any problems using your camcorder, follow the steps below. Check the list (p. 61 to 63), and inspect your camcorder. Disconnect the power source, attach the power source again after about 1 minute, and turn the camcorder on. Press RESET (p. 12) using a pointed object, and turn the camcorder on. If you press RESET, all settings, including the clock setting, are reset. The power does not turn on.
Pressing START/STOP or PHOTO does not record images. The playback screen is displayed. Press MODE to turn on the (Movie) or (Photo) lamp (p. 23). Your camcorder is recording the image you have just shot on the recording media. You cannot make new recording during this period. The recording media is full. Delete unnecessary images (p. 42). Total number of movie scenes or photos exceeds the recordable capacity of your camcorder (p. 64, 65). Delete unnecessary images (p. 42).
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. In this case, when you contact them, give them all the numbers of the error code beginning with C or E. You may hear a melody when some warning indicators appear on the screen. The battery pack temperature is high.
Recording time of movies/number of recordable photos Playing time Approximate time available when you use a fully charged battery pack. “HD” stands for high definition image quality, and “STD” stands for standard definition image quality. (unit: minute) Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack Recording time Approximate time available when you use a fully charged battery pack.
If you want to record up to the maximum recording time indicated in the table, you need to delete the demonstration movie on your camcorder. (HDR-CX210E) Your camcorder uses the VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format to automatically adjust image quality to suit the recording scene. This technology causes fluctuations in the recording time of the media. Movies containing quickly moving and complex images are recorded at a higher bit-rate, and this reduces the overall recording time.
About handling of your camcorder On bit-rate and recording pixels The bit-rate, pixels and aspect ratio of each recording mode for movies (movie + audio, etc.) High definition image quality (HD): FX: Max. 24 Mbps 1,920 1,080 pixels/16:9 FH: Approx. 17 Mbps (average) 1,920 1,080 pixels/16:9 HQ: Approx. 9 Mbps (average) 1,440 1,080 pixels/16:9 LP: Approx. 5 Mbps (average) 1,440 1,080 pixels/16:9 Standard definition image quality (STD): HQ: Approx.
On When not using your camcorder for a long time To keep your camcorder in optimum state for a long time, turn it on and let it run by recording and playing back images about 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 a warm place, moisture may condense inside your camcorder. This may cause a malfunction to your camcorder. If moisture condensation has occurred Leave your camcorder for about 1 hour without turning it on.
Leaving the casing in contact with rubber or vinyl objects for a long period of time On adjustment of the touch panel ([Calibration]) (HDR-CX200E/CX210E/ PJ200E) The buttons on the touch panel may not work correctly. If this happens, follow the procedure below. It is recommended that you connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor during the operation. [Setup] [ [Calibration].
Specifications 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 disposal/transfer of the camcorder (HDR-CX210E) Even if you delete all movies and still images, or perform [Format] (p. 59), data on the internal recording media may not be completely erased.
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) *1 The unique image processing system of Sony’s BIONZ allows still image resollution equivalent to the sizes described. 2 * [ SteadyShot] is set to [Active]. 3 * [ SteadyShot] is set to [Standard] or [Off].
Dimensions (approx.): 48 mm 29 mm 81 mm (1 15/16 in. 1 3/16 in. 3 1/4 in.) (w/h/d) excluding the projecting parts Mass (approx.): 170 g (6.0 oz) excluding the power cord (mains lead) * See the label on the AC Adaptor for other specifications. On trademarks Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV30 Maximum output voltage: DC 8.4 V Output voltage: DC 7.2 V Maximum charge voltage: DC 8.4 V Maximum charge current: 2.12 A Capacity Typical: 3.6 Wh (500 mAh) Minimum: 3.
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Screen indicators The following indicators appear when you change the settings. See page 25 and 30 also for the indicators that appear during recording or playing.
Index A F N AVCHD recording disc...........6, 35 A/V connecting cable.................38 Face Priority.................................32 FH..................................................35 Full charge....................................16 FX..................................................35 Notes on handling of your camcorder.....................................66 Number of recordable photos....65 G Operating buttons.......................30 B Battery pack..................................
T Thumbnails..................................29 Touch panel..................................24 Tracking focus..............................32 Tripod...........................................13 Troubleshooting...........................61 TV..................................................38 U USB..........................................16, 45 USB Adaptor Cable.....................54 USB Connect................................52 USB connection support cable..............................................
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