4-531-548-11(1) Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Getting started Recording/Playback Saving images Operating Guide Customizing your camcorder Others Please also refer to : http://www.sony.
Read this first IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. HDRSerial No. _________________________ Model No. AC- ____________________ Serial No.
for replacement of the obsolete outlet. • Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. • Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. • Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
For Customers in the U.S.A. and Canada RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable. You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you. For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-822-8837, or visit http:// www.call2recycle.org/ Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium-Ion batteries.
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.
the battery contains more than 0.0005% mercury or 0.004% lead. By ensuring these products and batteries are disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling. The recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources.
Learning more about the camcorder (Help Guide) Help Guide is an on-line manual. Refer to it for in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camcorder. 1 Access the Sony support page. http://www.sony.net/ SonyInfo/Support/ Table of Contents Read this first ............................ 2 Learning more about the camcorder (Help Guide) .......7 Getting started .............8 Supplied items .......................... 8 Charging the battery pack ....... 9 Turning the power on ...............
Getting started Supplied items The numbers in ( ) indicate the supplied quantity. • Camcorder (1) • AC Adaptor (1) The shape of the AC Adaptor differs depending on the countries/ regions. • USB connection support cable (1) 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 is too short for connection.
Charging the battery pack 1 Turn off your camcorder by closing the LCD monitor. Getting started the battery cover in the direction of the arrow, 2 Slide and open it. the battery pack while pressing and holding 3 Insert the battery release lever. Battery pack Battery release lever 4 Close the battery cover and slide it back securely. 5 Pull out the Built-in USB Cable.
the AC Adaptor and the camcorder with the 6 Connect USB connection support cable, and connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket). USB connection support cable Built-in USB Cable AC Adaptor Wall outlet (wall socket) • The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp turns orange. • The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery pack is fully charged. Disconnect the USB connection support cable from the camcorder. • The shape of the AC Adaptor differs depending on the countries/ regions.
Turning the power on 1 Open the LCD monitor of your camcorder and turn the power on. Getting started the language, the geographical area, Daylight 2 Select Savings or Summer Time, date format, and the date and time. Move the multi-selector towards /// to select the desired item, and then press the center of the selector to complete the selection. • To turn off the power, close the LCD monitor. • To set the date and time again, select Settings] [Date & Time Setting].
Inserting a memory card 1 Open the cover, and insert the memory card until it clicks. microSD memory card Memory Stick Micro™ (M2) media Printed surface Terminal • The [Preparing image database file. Please wait.] screen appears if you insert a new memory card. Wait until the screen disappears. • Insert the memory card straight in the right direction so that the camcorder can recognize it.
Recording/Playback Recording Recording movies 1 Open the lens cover. Recording/Playback the LCD monitor, and press START/STOP to 2 Open start recording. Power zoom lever • To stop recording, press START/STOP again. • You can record photos during movie recording by pressing PHOTO (Dual Capture). • In the default setting, movies are recorded with HD format and MP4 format simultaneously (Dual Video REC).
Shooting photos 1 Open the lens cover. the LCD monitor and select [MODE] 2 Open (Photo). PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus, then press it 3 Press fully. Power zoom lever • When the focus is adjusted properly, AE/AF lock indicator appears on the LCD monitor.
Playback 1 Open the LCD monitor and press the (View Images) button on the camcorder to enter the playback mode. Recording/Playback / to move the desired event to the 2 Select center, and then select the part circled () in the figure.
3 Select the image.
Viewing images at a larger size Connecting the camcorder to a TV 1 Connect the HDMI OUT jack of the camcorder to the HDMI IN jack of a TV using the HDMI cable supplied. Recording/Playback Signal flow • If your TV does not have an HDMI jack, connect the Multi Terminal of the camcorder to the video/audio input jacks of the TV using an AV cable (sold separately). Using the built-in projector (HDR-PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/ PJ270E/PJ275) 1 Press the PROJECTOR button (page 30).
Saving images Using PlayMemories Home™ What you can do with PlayMemories Home PlayMemories Home allows you to import movies and photos to your computer to use them in a variety of ways. Playing back imported images Import images from the camcorder. For Windows, the following functions are also available.
Connecting an external media device Recorder without a USB jack Connect a recorder to the Multi Terminal of your camcorder using an AV cable (sold separately). • Movies are copied with standard definition image quality.
Using the Wi-Fi function (HDRPJ275) Installing PlayMemories Mobile™ on your smartphone For the latest information and more detailed information on the functions of PlayMemories Mobile, visit the following URL. http://www.sony.net/pmm/ Android OS Install PlayMemories Mobile from Google play. • Android 4.0 or higher is required to use One-Touch functions (NFC). iOS Install PlayMemories Mobile from App Store. GB 20 • One-touch functions (NFC) are not available with iOS.
Transferring MP4 movies and photos to your smartphone One-touch connection with an Android supporting NFC 1 On the smartphone, select [Settings], then, select [More...] to check that [NFC] is enabled. Notes Saving images • Cancel the sleep mode or unlock the screen on the smartphone beforehand. • Make sure that is displayed on the LCD monitor of the camcorder and the smartphone. • Continue touching the camcorder to the smartphone without moving until PlayMemories Mobile starts (1 to 2 seconds).
Input the password displayed on the camcorder (first time only). Using your smartphone as a wireless remote commander You can record with the camcorder using your smartphone as a wireless remote commander. iPhone/iPad Select [Settings] [Wi-Fi] the SSID displayed on the camcorder. Input the password displayed on the camcorder (first time only). Confirm that the SSID displayed on the camcorder is selected. Return to Home, and start up PlayMemories Mobile.
Saving movies and photos to your computer via Wi-Fi Connect your computer to a wireless access point or wireless broadband router in advance. 1 Install the dedicated software in your computer (first time only). If you know the SSID and the password of your wireless access point On your camcorder, select [Setup] [ Connection] [Access point settings]. Select the access point you want to register, enter the password, then select . Windows: PlayMemories Home www.sony.
Customizing your camcorder Using the menus 1 Select . 2 Select a category. a desired menu 3 Select item. Scroll the menu items up or down. • Select to finish setting the menu or to return to the previous menu screen.
Others Precautions AC Adaptor Do not short-circuit the battery terminal with any metallic objects. This may cause a malfunction. Playing back images with other devices You may not be able to play back images that were recorded on your camcorder with other devices normally. Also, you may not be able to play back images recorded on other devices with your camcorder.
Camcorder temperature • Initialize your camcorder. If you use the camcorder continuously for a long time, the camcorder gets very warm. This is not a malfunction. All settings, including the clock setting, are reset. • Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Overheat protection Depending on the camcorder and battery temperature, you may be unable to record movies or the power may turn off automatically to protect the camcorder.
Specifications System Others Signal format: NTSC color, EIA standards (HDRCX240/PJ240/PJ270/PJ275) PAL color, CCIR standards (HDRCX240E/PJ240E/PJ270E) HD TV Movie recording format: AVCHD (AVCHD format Ver.2.0 compatible): Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Audio: Dolby Digital 2ch Dolby Digital Stereo Creator*1 MP4: Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Audio: MPEG-4 AAC-LC 2ch *1 Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Photo file format: DCF Ver.2.0 Compatible Exif Ver.2.
LCD monitor Picture: 6.7 cm (2.7 type, aspect ratio 16:9) Total number of pixels: 230 400 (960 × 240) Projector (HDR-PJ240/PJ240E/ PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275) Projection type: DLP Light source: LED (R/G/B) Focus: Manual Throw Distance: 0.5 m (1.6 feet) or over Contrast ratio: 1 500:1 Resolution (output): 640 × 360 Continuous projection time (when using the supplied battery pack): Approx. 1 h. 10 min. Wireless LAN (HDR-PJ275) Supported standard: IEEE 802.11 b/g/n Frequency: 2.
Rechargeable battery pack NP-BX1 Used battery: Lithium-ion battery Maximum voltage: DC 4.2 V Nominal voltage: DC 3.6 V Maximum charge voltage: DC 4.2 V Maximum charge current: 1.89 A Capacity: 4.5 Wh (1 240 mAh) Design and specifications of your camcorder and accessories are subject to change without notice.
• microSDXC logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. • Android, Google Play are trademarks of Google Inc. • iOS is a registered trademark or Parts and controls Figures in ( ) are reference pages. trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. • Wi-Fi, the Wi-Fi logo, Wi-Fi PROTECTED SET-UP are registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance. • The N Mark is a trademark or registered trademark of NFC Forum, Inc. in the United States and in other countries.
Speaker Memory card slot (12) Memory card access lamp (12) HDMI OUT jack PROJECTOR IN jack (17) (HDRPJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/ PJ270E/PJ275) Tripod receptacle Battery cover (9) Battery release lever Battery pack (9) Others To fasten the grip belt POWER/CHG (charge) lamp (10) START/STOP button (13) Loop for a shoulder belt Multi Terminal This terminal does not support VMC-AVM1 Adaptor Cable (sold separately). You cannot use accessories via an A/V remote connector.
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