4-416-299-11(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. GB Do not disassemble.
FOR CUSTOMERS IN EUROPE Hereby, Sony Corporation, declares that this HDR-CX260VE/CX580VE/PJ260VE/ PJ580VE/XR260VE Digital HD Video Camera Recorder is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Directive 1999/5/EC. For details, please access the following URL: http://www.compliance.sony.de/ Notice for the customers in the countries applying EU Directives The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan.
be caused by inappropriate waste handling of the battery. The recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources. In case of products that for safety, performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified service staff only. To ensure that the battery will be treated properly, hand over the product at end-oflife to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-PJ580VE Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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. 22). LCD Panel On recording Before starting to record, test the recording function to make sure the image and sound are recorded without any problems.
bottom of your camcorder. Illustrations used in this manual are based on HDR-CX580VE unless otherwise specified. Recording media Capacity of internal recording media Projector HDRCX250E/ CX570E Memory card only HDRCX260E/ CX260VE* Internal memory + memory card 16 GB 32 GB HDRCX270E/ CX580E/ CX580VE* HDRPJ260E/ PJ260VE* 16 GB HDRPJ580E/ PJ580VE* 32 GB HDRPJ600E/ PJ600VE* HDRXR260E/ XR260VE* Internal hard disk + memory card 2 3 Select your country or region.
Table of contents Read this first.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Learning more about the camcorder (“Handycam” User Guide).. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Parts and controls.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
40 40 41 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 Table of contents Recording images with the selected image quality.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Selecting the image quality of movies (Recording mode).. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Changing the image quality of photos.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Recording information on your location (GPS) (HDR-CX260VE/CX580VE/ PJ260VE/PJ580VE/PJ600VE/XR260VE).. . . . . .
Saving images with an external device Disc creation guide.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The devices on which the created disc can be played back.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Creating a disc with the DVD writer or recorder.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Creating a disc with DVDirect Express.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parts and controls Figures in ( ) are reference pages.
Active Interface Shoe (HDR-CX570E/ CX580E/CX580VE/PJ580E/PJ580VE/ PJ600E/PJ600VE) Lens (G lens) HDR-CX570E/CX580E/CX580VE/ PJ260E/PJ260VE/PJ580E/PJ580VE/ PJ600E/PJ600VE/XR260E/XR260VE Flash (HDR-CX570E/CX580E/CX580VE/ PJ580E/PJ580VE/PJ600E/PJ600VE)/Video light (HDR-CX570E/CX580E/CX580VE/ PJ580E/PJ580VE) Built-in microphone Remote sensor/Infrared port (HDRPJ260E/PJ260VE/PJ580E/PJ580VE/ PJ600E/PJ600VE) Camera recording lamp (70) (HDRCX570E/CX580E/CX580VE/PJ580E/ PJ580VE/PJ600E/PJ600VE) HDR-CX
HDR-PJ260E/PJ260VE/PJ580E/PJ580VE/ PJ600E/PJ600VE LCD screen/Touch panel (22, 23) 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-PJ600E/PJ600VE/XR260E/ XR260VE HDR-CX250E/CX260E/CX260VE/ CX270E (View Images) button POWER button LIGHT (Video Light) button (39) (HDR- CX570E/CX580E/CX580VE/PJ580E/ PJ580VE) PROJECTOR button (50) (HDR-PJ260E/ PJ260VE/PJ580E/PJ580VE/PJ600E/ PJ600VE) MODE button (Movie)/ (Photo) lamp (27, 27) RESET button Press RESET using a pointed object. Press RESET to initialize all the settings including the clock setting.
HDR-PJ600E/PJ600VE/XR260E/ XR260VE To fasten the grip belt To attach the lens hood (HDR-CX570E/ CX580E/CX580VE/PJ580E/PJ580VE/PJ600E/ PJ600VE) Power zoom lever (30) PHOTO button (27) CHG (charge) lamp (18) Battery pack (18) START/STOP button (27) Align the lens hood with the camcorder properly (), then turn the securing ring of the lens hood in the direction of the arrow ().
Wireless Remote Commander (HDRPJ260E/PJ260VE/PJ580E/PJ580VE/ PJ600E/PJ600VE) The wireless remote commander is useful when you use the projector. DATA CODE button (70) Displays the date and time, camera setting data, or coordinates (HDR-CX260VE/ CX580VE/PJ260VE/PJ580VE/PJ600VE/ XR260VE) of the recorded images when you press this button during playback. PHOTO button (27) The on-screen image when you press this button will be recorded as a still image.
Getting started Supplied Items The numbers in ( ) are the supplied quantity.
Charging the battery pack 1 Close the LCD screen and attach the battery pack. Battery pack 2 Connect the AC Adaptor () and the power cord (mains lead) () to your camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket). HDR-PJ600E/ PJ600VE/XR260E/ XR260VE 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.
Charging the battery using your computer Turn off your camcorder and connect the camcorder to a running computer using the Built-in USB Cable. Getting started 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 (). 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. You can also turn on the camcorder by pressing POWER (p. 14). 2 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. Touch the button on the LCD screen. If you set [Summer Time] to [On], the clock advances 1 hour.
To turn off the power Close the LCD screen or press the POWER button (p. 14). To adjust the angle of the LCD panel 90 degrees (max.) 180 degrees (max.) Getting started First open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (), and then adjust the angle (). 90 degrees to the camcorder To turn off the beep sound Select [Setup] [ General Settings] [Beep] [Off].
Preparing the recording media The recording media that can be used are displayed on the screen of your camcorder as following icons. HDR-CX250E/CX570E Default recording medium Memory card HDR-CX260E/ CX260VE/CX270E/ CX580E/CX580VE/ PJ260E/PJ260VE/ PJ580E/PJ580VE HDR-PJ600E/PJ600VE/ XR260E/XR260VE Alternative recording medium — Internal memory Memory card Internal hard disk Memory card Notes You cannot select a different recording medium for movies and for photos.
Inserting a memory card Open the cover, and insert the memory card until it clicks. Access lamp The [Preparing image database file. Please wait.] screen appears if you insert a new memory card. Wait until the screen disappears. Getting started Insert the card with the notched edge in the direction as illustrated. To eject the memory card Open the cover and lightly push the memory card in once.
SD Speed Class SD memory card SDHC memory card SDXC memory card Class 4 or faster Capacity (operation verified) 64 GB GB 26 SD card Operation with all memory cards is not assured. Notes A MultiMediaCard cannot be used with this camcorder. Movies recorded on SDXC memory cards cannot be imported to or played back on computers or AV devices not supporting the exFAT* file system by connecting the camcorder to these devices with the USB cable.
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-CX250E/CX570E: Memory card HDR-CX260E/CX260VE/CX270E/CX580E/CX580VE/PJ260E/PJ260VE/PJ580E/PJ580VE/ PJ600E/PJ600VE/XR260E/XR260VE: Internal recording media Recording movies Open the LCD screen and press MODE to turn on the (Movie) lamp. 2 Press START/STOP to start recording. To stop recording, press START/STOP again.
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. Touch anywhere except the buttons on the LCD screen to display information on icons with functions convenient for recording.
Tracking focus (37) Zoom, Remaining battery Counter (hour: minute: second), Capturing a photo, Recording/playback/editing media (94) Tracking focus cancel button (37) Intelligent Auto button (38) 2 Audio mode (69), Audio Level Display (69)* My Button (you can assign your favorite functions to icons displayed in this area) (69) *1 HDR-CX260VE/CX580VE/PJ260VE/PJ580VE/PJ600VE/XR260VE *2 HDR-CX570E/CX580E/CX580VE/PJ260E/PJ260VE/PJ580E/PJ580VE/PJ600E/PJ600VE/XR260E/ XR260VE *3 HDR-CX570E/CX580E/
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. (Movie) lamp is lit The flash does not work while the (HDR-CX570E/CX580E/CX580VE/PJ580E/PJ580VE/PJ600E/PJ600VE). The following states will be indicated if data is still being written onto the recording media after recording has finished.
Notes Be sure to keep your finger on the power zoom lever. If you move your finger off the power zoom lever, the operation sound of the power zoom lever may also be recorded. You cannot change the zoom speed with the / button on the LCD screen. The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is about 1 cm (about 13/32 in.) for wide angle and about 80 cm (about 31 1/2 in.) for telephoto. SteadyShot] is set to [Active].
Playback You can search for recorded images by date and time of recording (Event view) or location of recording (Map view) (HDR-CX260VE/CX580VE/PJ260VE/PJ580VE/PJ600VE/XR260VE). 1 Open the LCD screen and press the button on the camcorder to enter the playback mode. 2 Touch / to move the desired event to the center () and then select it (). 3 You can enter the playback mode by on the LCD screen (p. 28).
Event name Recorded time/number of photos To go back to the Event View screen Switch Image Type button Movie Previous/next Change to the movie/ photo recording mode Last played image Reduced-size images which enable you to view many images at the same time on an index screen are called “thumbnails.” Notes To prevent your image data from being lost, save all your recorded images on external media periodically. (p.
3 Select the desired image. When you use the map data for the first time A message appears asking you to confirm whether you agree with the terms of the license agreement of the map data. You can use the map data by touching [Yes] on the screen after agreeing to the terms of the license agreement (p. 90). You cannot use the map data if you touch [No]. However, when you try to use the map data for the second time, the same message will appear on the screen, and you can use the map data by touching [Yes].
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, touch the LCD screen. While playing a movie Volume Context To stop Previous To fast-reverse Next To fast-forward To pause/play While viewing photos Recording/Playback Delete Operating buttons while viewing photos will be changed depends on the setting of Switch Image Type button (p. 33).
(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 GB 36 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) Your camcorder can track a face you select and adjust the focus, exposure, and skin tone of the face automatically. Touch one of the faces targeted. Advanced operations Recording voices clearly (Closer Voice) Your camcorder detects the face of a person and records the voice clearly. ([On] is the default setting.) The double-lined frame is displayed.
Recording movies in various situations record a music concert, set [Closer Voice] to [Off]. [Face Detection] (p. 68) Capturing smiles automatically (Smile Shutter) A photo is recorded automatically when the camcorder detects the smile of a person during movie recording (p. 68). ([Dual Capture] is the default setting.) The camcorder is detecting a face. GB 38 Your camcorder records movies after selecting the most suitable setting for the subjects or the situation automatically.
Sound detection: The camcorder detects and suppresses the wind noise so that the voice of a person or the surrounding sound can be recorded clearly. , (Auto Wind NR) To cancel the Intelligent Auto function, select [Off]. Select [ Notes Keep a distance of about 0.3 m to 1.5 m (1 foot to 5 feet) between the camcorder and the subject. The video light generates strong light. Do not use the video light directly in front of the eyes at close range.
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. 77) or the type of media device to which the images can be copied may change, depending on the recording mode selected. ([Standard ] is the default setting.) Notes ] can be set only when the [50p Quality Frame Rate] is set to [50p].
For the standard definition image quality (STD) movies [Standard ]: Standard quality, STD 9M (HQ)*3 *1 HDR-CX570E/CX580E/CX580VE/PJ580E/ PJ580VE/PJ600E/PJ600VE *2 The default setting *3 Standard image quality (STD) is fixed to this value. [ Frame Rate](p. 69) Recording standard definition image quality / Setting] (p. 69) (STD) movie: [ Guide for creating discs (p.
GPS triangulating status Searching for the satellites Number of dots changes Triangulating Unable to triangulate areas, as the radio signals can best be received in such areas. The map always displays the north at the top. Obtaining a map of the current location (triangulating priority mode) This feature is useful for checking a map of your current location while traveling. As the camcorder turns other functions off to search for satellites, obtaining triangulating information can take priority.
Checking the triangulating status The camcorder displays the status of the GPS signal reception when you are unable to obtain the triangulating information. 1 Display your current location (p. 42). If your current location appears on the LCD screen, you do not need to continue this operation. Select . How to check the GPS satellite icons/ triangulating gauge The color of the GPS satellite icons and the triangulating gauge change according to the current status triangulation.
Enjoying a digest of your movies (Highlight Hints for better reception GB 44 Use the GPS function outdoors and in open areas. For details on locations or situations where radio signals cannot be received, refer to the “Handycam” User Guide. Rotate the LCD panel to direct the GPS antenna towards the sky. Do not place your hand on the GPS antenna. Select [Your Location] in the menu to use the triangulating priority mode (p. 42). Use GPS Assist Data.
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. To change the settings for Highlight Playback [Playback Range] You can set the playback range (starting and ending date) of the Highlight Playback. [Theme] You can select a theme for Highlight Playback. [Music] You can select music. [Audio mix] The original sound is played back with the music.
A: Selecting [Share] allows you to upload the Highlight movie to the Web using the built-in “PlayMemories Home” software (p. 58), or create DVDs using the “DVDirect Express” DVD writer (p. 61) B: Your camcorder plays the Highlight Movie saved. To play back a saved scenario Select [Playback Function] [ Scenario], select the desired scenario, and then select . To play back a Highlight Movie To erase a saved scenario, select [Erase]/ [Erase All] while playing the scenario.
Playing images on a TV Connection methods and the image quality viewed on the TV screen differ depending on what type of TV is connected, and the connectors used.
well. Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power source (p. 20). When movies are recorded with standard definition image quality (STD), they are played back in standard definition image quality (STD) even on a high definition TV. When you play back standard definition image quality (STD) movies on a 4:3 TV that is not Wide compatible with the 16:9 signal, set [ Mode] to [4:3] to record movies with 4:3 aspect ratio.
connecting cable. Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE (VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, etc.). Setting the aspect ratio supported by the TV: [TV Type] (p. 70) If your TV/VCR has a 21-pin adaptor (EUROCONNECTOR) Use a 21-pin adaptor (sold separately) to view playback pictures. 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.
Using the built-in projector (HDR-PJ260E/ PJ260VE/PJ580E/PJ580VE/ PJ600E/PJ600VE) image using the PROJECTOR FOCUS lever. PROJECTOR FOCUS lever You can use a flat surface such as a wall as a screen to view recorded images using the built-in projector. Notes The LCD screen turns off while an image is being projected. Use the power zoom lever/ PHOTO button or wireless remote commander to operate the camcorder. 1 Face the projector lens towards a surface, such as a wall, and then press PROJECTOR.
Advanced operations Notes Be careful of the following operations or situations while using the projector. Make sure not to project images towards the eyes. Make sure not to touch the projector lens. The LCD screen and the projector lens become hot while in use. Using the projector shortens battery life. The following operations are unavailable while you are 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 multi-boot environment. *2 64-bit editions and Starter (Edition) are not supported. Windows Image Mastering API (IMAPI) Ver.2.0 or newer is required to use disc creation function, etc. *3 Starter (Edition) is not supported. *4 Faster processor is recommended. CPU*4 Notes Operation with all computer environments is not assured.
Vista, select [Computer] (on Windows XP, [My Computer]) [PMHOME] [PMHOME.EXE]. 4 Follow the instructions that appear on the computer screen to continue the installation. When the installation completes, “PlayMemories Home” starts up. GB 56 If the “PlayMemories Home” software is already installed on your computer, register your camcorder with the “PlayMemories Home” software. Functions that can be used with this camcorder will then be available.
media are available for creating Blu-ray discs. You cannot add contents to either type of disc after creating the disc. To play back a Blu-ray disc that has been created with a movie that was recorded in [50p ] image quality, you need a device Quality that complies with the AVCHD Ver. 2.0 format. Saving movies and photos with a computer PC software, high definition footage can be copied onto DVD media.
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 a 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 61 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 62 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 60 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. 20) 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 Connect your camcorder and the “DVDirect Express” DVD writer (sold separately) using the USB cable supplied with the DVDirect Express.
After the operation is completed, select . 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. 3 Start playback on your camcorder, and record it on the recording device. 4 When dubbing is finished, stop the recording device, and then your camcorder. A/V Remote Connector* A/V connecting cable Saving images with an external device A/V Remote Connector** Notes You cannot copy images to recorders connected with an HDMI cable.
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. 64).
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. 68 Camera/Mic (Items for customized shooting) p. 68 Image Quality/Size (Items for setting up image quality or size) p. 69 Playback Function (Items for playback) p. 69 Edit/Copy (Items for editing images such as copy or protect) p. 69 Setup (Other setup items) p. 69 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. Smth Slw REC............................ Records smooth slow-motion movies. Golf Shot..................................... Divides two seconds of fast movement into frames which are then recorded as a movie and photos. Keep the subject in the white frame in the center of the screen when recording. Camera/Mic Manual Settings White Balance.................
Microphone Closer Voice...................... Detects human faces and records the associated voice clearly. Blt-in Zoom Mic.............. Records movies with vivid sound appropriate to the zoom position. Auto Wind NR.................. Recognizes the recording conditions and reduces the wind noise. Audio Mode*2. ................ Sets the recording sound format (5.1ch surround/2ch stereo). Micref Level...................... Sets the microphone level for recording. Shooting Assist My Button....................
Format................................ Deletes and formats all data on the recording media. Repair Img. DB F.............. Repairs the image database file on the recording media (p. 74). File Number...................... Sets how to assign the file number to photos. Playback Settings Data Code......................... Displays information that was recorded automatically at the time of recording. Volume............................... Adjusts the volume of playback sound (p. 35). Connection TV Type...........
*1 HDR-CX570E/CX580E/CX580VE/PJ580E/PJ580VE/PJ600E/PJ600VE *2 HDR-CX570E/CX580E/CX580VE/PJ260E/PJ260VE/PJ580E/PJ580VE/PJ600E/PJ600VE/XR260E/ XR260VE *3 HDR-CX570E/CX580E/CX580VE/PJ580E/PJ580VE *4 HDR-CX260VE/CX580VE/PJ260VE/PJ580VE/PJ600VE/XR260VE *5 HDR-CX260E/CX260VE/CX270E/CX580E/CX580VE/PJ260E/PJ260VE/PJ580E/PJ580VE/PJ600E/ PJ600VE/XR260E/XR260VE *6 HDR-PJ260E/PJ260VE/PJ580E/PJ580VE/PJ600E/PJ600VE *7 HDR-PJ600E/PJ600VE/XR260E/XR260VE Customizing your camcorder GB 71
Others/Index Troubleshooting If you run into any problems using your camcorder, follow the steps below. Check the list (p. 72 to 75), 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. 14) 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. 27). 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. 52). Total number of movie scenes or photos exceeds the recordable capacity of your camcorder (p. 77, 80). Delete unnecessary images (p. 52).
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. hard disk of the camcorder. The battery pack is nearly used up.
The camcorder is unsteady, so camera-shake easily occurs. Hold the camcorder steady with both hands and record the image. However, note that the camera-shake warning indicator does not disappear. The drop sensor function (p. 70) is activated, and has detected that the camcorder has been dropped. Therefore, the camcorder is taking steps to protect the internal hard disk. Recording/playback may be disabled as a result.
HDR-PJ260E/PJ260VE (unit: minute) Battery pack Image quality NP-FV50 (supplied) NP-FV70 NP-FV100 Continuous recording time HD STD Typical recording time HD STD 150 70 75 Approximate time available when you use a fully charged battery pack.
HDR-XR260E/XR260VE HDR-CX270E (unit: minute) Battery pack Image quality NP-FV50 (supplied) NP-FV70 NP-FV100 HD 125 260 515 STD 135 280 555 High definition image quality (HD) in h (hour) and min (minute) Recording mode ] [50p Quality [Highest Quality ] [High Quality Expected recording time of movies Internal recording media (HDRCX260E/CX260VE/CX270E/CX580E/ CX580VE/PJ260E/PJ260VE/PJ580E/ PJ580VE/PJ600E/PJ600VE/XR260E/ XR260VE) High definition image quality (HD) in h (hour) and min (minute) [Standa
Standard definition image quality (STD) in h (hour) and min (minute) Recording time Recording mode HDR-CX580E/ HDR-CX580VE/ PJ580E PJ580VE [Standard (5.
Recording mode [Long Time ] (2ch)* Recording time HDR-XR260E HDR-XR260VE 66 h 40 min 65 h 30 min (54 h 30 min) (53 h 30 min) Memory card HDR-CX250E/CX260E/CX260VE/ CX270E High definition image quality (HD) Standard definition image quality (STD) in h (hour) and min (minute) Recording mode (unit: minute) 2 GB 9 (9) 10 (10) 10 (10) 25 (15) 45 (35) Recording time HDR-XR260E HDR-XR260VE [Standard (5.
*2 HDR-CX570E/CX580E/CX580VE/PJ580E/ Standard definition image quality (STD) PJ580VE/PJ600E/PJ600VE (unit: minute) 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB 5.1ch* 25 (20) 50 (50) 110 220 445 (100) (205) (410) 2ch* 25 (25) 55 (50) 110 225 460 (100) (210) (420) * You can change the recording sound format with [Audio Mode] (HDR-CX570E/CX580E/ CX580VE/PJ260E/PJ260VE/PJ580E/PJ580VE/ PJ600E/PJ600VE/XR260E/XR260VE) (p. 69). When using a Sony memory card.
About handling of your camcorder PJ580VE/PJ600E/PJ600VE: 6,016 3,384 dots/16:9 4,512 3,384 dots/4:3 4,224 2,376 dots/16:9 2,592 1,944 dots/4:3 1,920 1,080 dots/16:9 640 480 dots/4:3 Capturing a photo from a movie: 1,920 1,080 dots/16:9 640 360 dots/16:9 640 480 dots/4:3 On use and care The camcorder is not dustproofed, dripproofed or waterproofed. Do not hold the camcorder by the following parts, and also do not hold the camcorder by the jack covers.
GB 82 above 60 C (140 °F), such as under direct sunlight, near heaters or in a car parked in the sun. They may malfunction or become deformed. Near strong magnetic fields or mechanical vibration. The camcorder may malfunction. Near strong radio waves or radiation. The camcorder may not be able to record properly. Near tuner devices such as TVs or radio. Noise may occur. On a sandy beach or anywhere dusty. If sand or dust gets in your camcorder, it may malfunction.
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. Notes on charging through the USB cable Operation with all computers is not assured. If you connect the camcorder to a laptop computer that is not connected to a power source, the battery of the laptop computer will continue to use up its charge. Do not leave the camcorder connected to a computer in this manner.
The Active Interface Shoe has a safety device for fixing the installed accessory securely. To connect an accessory, press down and push it to the end, and then tighten the screw. To remove an accessory, loosen the screw, and then press down and pull out the accessory. When you are recording movies with an external flash (sold separately) connected to the accessory shoe, turn off the power of the external flash to prevent charging noise being recorded.
Never use a solvent such as alcohol, benzene or thinner; acid, alkaline or abrasive detergent; or a chemical cleaning cloth, as they will damage the lens surface. On adjustment of the touch panel ([Calibration]) 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-CX260E/CX260VE/ CX270E/CX580E/CX580VE/PJ260E/ PJ260VE/PJ580E/PJ580VE/PJ600E/ PJ600VE/XR260E/XR260VE) Even if you delete all movies and still images, or perform [Format] (p. 70), data on the internal recording media may not be completely erased.
Image device: HDR-CX250E/CX260E/CX260VE/CX270E/ PJ260E/PJ260VE/XR260E/XR260VE: 4.6 mm (1/3.91 type) CMOS sensor Recording pixels (photo, 16:9): Max. 8.9 mega (3 984 2 240) pixels*1 Gross: Approx. 5 430 000 pixels Effective (movie, 16:9)*2: Approx. 2 230 000 pixels Effective (photo, 16:9): Approx. 2 230 000 pixels Effective (photo, 4:3): Approx. 1 670 000 pixels HDR-CX570E/CX580E/CX580VE/PJ580E/ PJ580VE/PJ600E/PJ600VE: 12 (Optical)*2, 20 (Extended)*3, 160 (Digital) Filter diameter: 30 mm (1 3/16 in.
General GB 88 Power requirements: DC 6.8 V/7.2 V (battery pack) DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor) USB Charging: DC 5 V 500 mA/1.5 A Average power consumption: During camera recording using LCD screen at normal brightness: HDR-CX250E/CX260E/CX260VE/CX270E: HD: 2.6 W STD: 2.4 W HDR-CX570E/CX580E/CX580VE/PJ580E/ PJ580VE: HD: 3.1 W STD: 2.9 W HDR-PJ260E/PJ260VE: HD: 2.7 W STD: 2.5 W HDR-PJ600E/PJ600VE: HD: 3.9 W STD: 3.6 W HDR-XR260E/XR260VE: HD: 3.5 W STD: 3.
HDR-PJ600E: 400 g (14 oz) main unit only 480 g (1 lb) including the supplied lens hood and the rechargeable battery pack HDR-PJ600VE: 405 g (14 oz) main unit only 485 g (1 lb 1 oz) including the supplied lens hood and the rechargeable battery pack AC Adaptor AC-L200C/AC-L200D Power requirements: AC 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz Current consumption: 0.35 A - 0.18 A Power consumption: 18 W Output voltage: DC 8.
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Screen indicators The following indicators appear when you change the settings. See page 28 and 35 also for the indicators that appear during recording or playing.
Flash (68)/Red Eye Reduction (68) Indicators and their positions are approximate and may differ from what you actually see. Some indicators may not appear, depending on your camcorder model.
Index Symbols E 5.1ch surround sound.................48 Editing...........................................52 Event View....................................32 Expanded Feature........................54 External media device.................64 A Active Interface Shoe............12, 83 AVCHD recording disc...........6, 40 A/V connecting cable.................47 B Battery pack..................................18 Beep...............................................23 “BRAVIA” Sync............................
Specifications...............................86 Starting PlayMemories Home....58 Summer Time..............................22 Supplied Items..............................17 T Thumbnails..................................33 Touch panel..................................28 Tracking focus..............................37 Triangulating................................42 Triangulating priority mode......42 Tripod...........................................15 Troubleshooting...........................72 TV............
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