4-564-751-12(1) Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Getting started Recording/Playback Saving images Operating Guide “Help Guide” (Web manual) Refer to “Help Guide” for in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camera. http://rd1.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.
Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss. 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.
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.
This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits set out in the EMC regulation for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet). The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound of this unit.
This manual describes 1080 60icompatible devices and 1080 50i-compatible devices. To check whether your camera is a 1080 60i-compatible device or 1080 50i compatible device, check for the following marks on the bottom of the camera. 1080 60i-compatible device: 60i 1080 50i-compatible device: 50i 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. Access the Sony support page. http://rd1.sony.
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, and attach the battery pack. Getting started Battery pack 2 Pull out the Built-in USB Cable. the AC Adaptor and the camcorder with the 3 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.
• Turn off your camcorder before you remove the battery pack. Charging the battery using your computer Turn off your camcorder and connect the camcorder to a running computer using the Built-in USB Cable. To use your camcorder connected to the wall outlet (wall socket) Connect the camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) in the same way as “Charging the battery pack.” • Attach the battery pack to the camcorder.
Turning the power on 1 Open the LCD monitor of your camcorder and turn the power on. Getting started the instructions on the LCD monitor, select 2 Following the language, the geographical area, Daylight Savings or Summer Time, date format, and the date and time. Touch the button on the LCD monitor. • To go to the next page, touch [Next]. • To turn off the power, close the LCD monitor. • To set the date and time again, select [Setup] [ Clock Settings] [Date & Time Setting].
Inserting a memory card 1 Open the cover, and insert the memory card until it clicks. microSD memory card Printed surface Memory Stick Micro™ (M2) media 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 images in a format other than XAVC S SD Speed Class Capacity (operation verified) microSD memory card/ microSDHC memory card/ microSDXC memory card Class 4 or faster Up to 64 GB Memory Stick Micro (Mark2) media – Up to 16 GB Getting started GB 13
Recording/Playback Recording Recording movies 1 Open the LCD monitor, and press START/STOP to 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 AVCHD and MP4 format simultaneously (Dual Video REC). MP4 format is easy for playing back your movies on a smartphone, for uploading to a network, or for uploading to the Web.
Shooting photos 1 Open the LCD monitor and select [MODE] (Photo). Recording/Playback PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus, then press it 2 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. / 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. Signal flow • If your TV does not have an HDMI jack, connect the Multi/Micro USB 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-PJ620/PJ670) 1 Press the PROJECTOR button (page 33). 2 Select [Image Shot on This Device].
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 For Windows, the following functions are also available. Viewing images on Calendar Creating movie discs Saving images Import images from the camcorder.
Connecting an external media device How to connect the device Recorder without a USB jack Connect a recorder to the Multi/Micro USB Terminal of your camcorder using an AV cable (sold separately). Signal flow Attach the battery pack to the camcorder. Connect the AC Adaptor (supplied) to the camcorder. Connect the AV cable (sold separately) to the camcorder. • Movies are copied with standard definition image quality.
Using the Wi-Fi function Installing PlayMemories Mobile™ on your smartphone For the latest information and more detailed information on the functions of PlayMemories Mobile, visit the following URL. Android OS Install PlayMemories Mobile from Google play. • Android 4.0 or higher is required to use One-Touch functions (NFC). Install PlayMemories Mobile from App Store. • One-touch functions (NFC) are not available with iOS.
Transferring MP4 movies and photos to your smartphone 3 Touch the camcorder to the smartphone. One-touch connection with an Android supporting NFC 1 On the smartphone, select [Settings], then, select [More...] to check that [NFC] is enabled. 2 On the camcorder, play back an image to be sent to the smartphone. • You can transfer MP4 movies and photos only. • Select “Switch Movie Format button” in Step 2 of “Playback”, to select MP4 movies when you play back movies (page 16).
Return to Home, and start up PlayMemories Mobile. 2 Select the image you want to transfer, and add , and then select . • The SSID and a password are displayed, and the camcorder is ready to be connected with the smartphone. 3 Connect the camcorder to the smartphone, and transfer images. Android 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.
Notes • Depending on local electrical interference or the smartphone’s capabilities, the live view images may not be displayed smoothly. Saving movies and photos to your computer via Wi-Fi If the wireless access point has a WPS button On your camcorder, select [Wireless] [ Setting] [WPS Push]. Press the WPS button on the access point you want to register. Connect your computer to a wireless access point or wireless broadband router in advance.
4 Start sending images from the camcorder to the computer. Saving images Press the (View Images) button on your camcorder. Select [Wireless] [ Function] [Send to Computer]. • Images are automatically transferred to and saved on the computer. • Only newly recorded images are transferred. Importing movies and multiple photos may take time.
Customizing your camcorder Using the menus 1 Select . 2 Select a category. Number of the category which is displayed depends on the model. 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 • The camcorder is not dustproofed, AC Adaptor • Do not let your camcorder get wet, Do not short-circuit the battery terminal with any metallic objects. This may cause a malfunction. for example, from rain or sea water. If your camcorder gets wet, it may malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired. • Do not aim the camcorder at the sun or strong light. Doing so may cause your camcorder to malfunction. • Do not use the camcorder near strong radio waves or radiation.
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. A message will be displayed on the LCD monitor before the power turns off or you can no longer record movies. In this case, leave the power off and wait until the camcorder and battery temperature goes down.
Specifications System Others Signal format: NTSC color, EIA standards (1080 60i compatible models) PAL color, CCIR standards (1080 50i compatible models) HD TV Movie recording format: XAVC S (XAVC S format): Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Audio: MPEG-4 Linear PCM 2ch (48 kHz/16 bit) AVCHD (AVCHD format Ver.2.0 compatible): Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Audio: Dolby Digital 2ch/5.1ch Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator*1 MP4: Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Audio: MPEG-4 AAC-LC 2ch *1 Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
Input/Output connectors General HDMI OUT jack: HDMI micro connector PROJECTOR IN jack (HDR-PJ620/ PJ670): HDMI micro connector MIC input jack: Stereo minijack (3.5 mm) Headphone jack: Stereo minijack (3.5 mm) USB jack: Type A (Built-in USB) Multi/Micro USB Terminal*6 *6 Supports Micro USB compatible devices. USB connection is only for output (For customers in Europe). Power requirements: DC 6.8 V (battery pack), DC 5 V 1 500 mA (AC Adaptor), DC 8.
AC Adaptor AC-UUD11/ AC-UD10 Power requirements: AC 100 V 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz Power consumption: 11 W Output voltage: DC 5.0 V, 1 500 mA Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV50 Maximum output voltage: DC 8.4 V Output voltage: DC 6.8 V Maximum charge voltage: DC 8.4 V Maximum charge current: 2.1 A Capacity Typical: 7.0 Wh (1 030 mAh) Minimum: 6.
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Parts and controls Figures in ( ) are reference pages. Power zoom lever (14, 15) PHOTO button (15) Multi interface shoe N mark (22) NFC: Near Field Communication Lens (G lens) Built-in microphone Others For details on compatible accessories of the Multi interface shoe, visit the Sony web site in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Operations with other manufacture’s accessories are not guaranteed.
PROJECTOR IN jack (18) (HDRPJ620/PJ670) POWER/CHG (charge) lamp (9) START/STOP button (14) Battery pack (9) DC IN jack Loop for a shoulder belt Grip belt Built-in USB Cable (9) Multi/Micro USB Terminal Supports Micro USB compatible devices. 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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GB Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. http://www.sony.
