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1. A Remaining disc capacity After the operation is completed select Lx amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 19 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Saving images with an external device gt Creating a disc with the DVD writer DVDirect Express gt Playing back a disc on the DVDirect Express Playing back a disc on the DVDirect Express You can watch movies or photos stored on a disc in the DVDirect Express sold separately with the TV 4 When you play back movies on the TV screen connect the DVDirect Express to the USB jack of your camcorder and connect your camcorder to the TV 2 Insert a created disc into the DVDirect Express 3 Press the play button on the DVDirect Express After the operation is completed select Lx amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 80 Handycam User Guide F F F Saving images with an external F F F Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Search Top page gt Saving images with an external device gt Creating a disc with a DVD writer other than DVD
2. LCD screen Touch panel HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 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 Multi selector HDR CX190 View Images button HDR CX190 PROJECTOR FOCUS lever HDR PJ200 el e e Projector lens HDR PJ200 HDR CX190 HDR PJ200 25 I A amp MODE button m Movie D Photo lamp RESET button Press RESET using a pointed object Press RESET to initialize all the settings including the clock setting View Images button HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 PROJECTOR button HDR PJ200 HDMI OUT jack F USB jack HDR CX190 el ee NM Ee Power zoom lever PHOTO button CHG charge lamp Battery pack 26 START STOP button Grip belt Built in USB Cable DC IN jack A V Remote Connector Memory card access lamp Memory card slot se El el e amp NP Tripod receptacle Attach a tripod sold separately the length of the screw must be less than 5 5 mm 7 32 in al BATT battery release lever To fasten the grip belt amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 27 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Before use gt Parts and controls Screen indicators gt Screen indicators Operation Search Screen indicators Getting started Y Left Recording Y Center Playback Right Saving images with an
3. Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Camera Mic gt Face Detection Face Detection WW Recording conditions for better face detection performance You can set the camcorder to detect a face automatically Your camcorder adjusts the focus color exposure automatically for the face of the selected subject 1 Camera Mic e Face Face Detection 2 Select the desired item Detects faces without distinction between adults and children Child Priority a 2 Gives faces of children priority Adult Priority 2 Gives faces of adults priority Off E Does not detect faces j Recording conditions for better face detection performance Shoot in a sufficiently bright place The subject is not wearing glasses a hat or mask The subject faces directly towards the camera Notes Faces may not be detected depending on recording conditions subject conditions and the setting of your camcorder Related topics Recording the selected subject clearly Face Priority HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 Smile Shutter amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 104 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Camera Mic gt Smile Shutter Operation Search Before use Smile Shut
4. Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Setup gt Language Setting Language Setting You can select the language to be used on the LCD screen The camcorder offers ENG SIMP simplified English for when you cannot find your native tongue among the options q MENU _ Setup General Settings Language Setting 2 Select the desired language amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 149 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Setup gt Calibration HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 Calibration HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 Use this function if the buttons on the touch panel does not work correctly It is recommended that you connect your camcorder to the wall outlet wall socket using the supplied AC Adaptor during the operation 1 Setup General Settings Calibration 2 Touch displayed on the screen with the corner of memory card or the like 3 times Lialibeaa bean FUE ou epee piel Tough the ceter of chet x mrk Touch
5. Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Search Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Camera Mic gt My Button My Button You can assign functions that you frequently use when recording to one of the My Buttons 1 Camera Mic Shooting Assist My Button 2 Select the menu item that you want to assign to a My Button using La EJ l a fae Batian hie Bad areca Spee Molin Fi Spon Meher Spm Fok Saree Uha nega Dralion Gal baleen 4 Select ok amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 110 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Camera Mic gt Guide Frame Guide Frame You can display the frame and check that the subject is horizontal or vertical Positioning the subject at the cross point of the guide frame makes a balanced composition The frame is not recorded 1 Camera Mic amp Shooting Assist Guide Frame 2 Select the desired item Off Does not display the guide frame On Displays the guide frame Notes The outer frame of Guide Frame shows the display area of a
6. Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Search Top page gt Saving images with an external device gt Creating a disc with the DVD writer DVDirect Express gt Creating a disc with DVDirect Express 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 Notes Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet wall socket using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the device connected Sony DVD writer may not be available in some countries regions 4 Connect the DVDirect Express to the USB jack of your camcorder with the USB cable of the DVDirect Express 2 Insert an unused disc into the DVDirect Express and close the disc tray 3 Press lt 0 DISC BURN on the DVDirect Express Movies that have not yet been saved on any disc can be saved on the disc at this time After the operation is completed select Lx Notes High definition HD and standard definition STD image quality movies will be saved on individual discs Ifthe 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 Turn off the camcorder Disconnec
7. Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Contents list Operation Search Operation Search Search by operation l Before use How to use this User Guide How to use this User Guide Models and illustrations used in this User Guide Parts and controls Screen indicators Parts and controls Screen indicators Operating your camcorder Selecting items on the LCD screen Getting started Checking the supplied items Supplied items Charging the battery pack Charging the battery using the AC Adaptor Charging the battery using your computer Charging the battery abroad Turning the power on and setting the date and time Turning the power on and setting the date and time Preparing the recording media Selecting a recording medium HDR CX210 Inserting a memory card Recording Recording Recording movies Shooting photos Useful functions for recording images Zooming 12 Top page gt Contents list amp Back to top amp Back to top amp Back to top Intelligent Auto Recording the selected subject clearly Face Priority HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 amp Back to top Playback Playback Playing movies and photos from the Event View screen Operating buttons while playing Dividing a movie Capturing a photo from a movie Highlight Playback Enjoying a digest of
8. Assigns file numbers of photos in sequence The file number becomes larger each time you record a photo Even if the memory card is replaced with another one the file number is assigned in sequence Reset Assigns file numbers in sequence following the largest file number existing on the recording medium When the memory card is replaced with another one the file number is assigned for each memory card amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 134 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Setup gt Data Code Operation Search Before use Data Code Getting started During playback your camcorder displays the information recorded automatically at the time of Recording recording You can check the following information Playback 1 Setup Playback Settings Data Code Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions 2 Select the desired item Contents list Data code is not displayed Date Time Displays the date and time Camera Data Displays camera setting data Date Time IAM baz We SAB ee eee Ce La 1 Date 2 Time Camera Data Movie ate amp ww 6 Photo 135 9 pono 14 Fa SteadyShot off White Balance Shutter Speed IRIS Aperture value Gain Brightness 9 Exposure Notes Th
9. Camera shake detection The camcorder detects whether camera shake occurs or not and makes the optimum compensation R Tripod To cancel the Intelligent Auto function select Off To record images brighter than that of when 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 amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 49 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Recording gt Useful functions for recording images gt Recording the selected subject clearly Face Priority HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 Operation Search Before use Recording the selected subject clearly Face Priority HDR Getting started CX200 CX210 PJ200 W To record subjects other than people Tracking focus Playback Saving images with an external Your camcorder can track a face you select and adjust the focus exposure and skin tone of the face device automatically TE 1 Touch one of the faces targeted Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list A The double lined frame is displayed B You can release the selection Notes The subject you touched may not be detected depending on the surrounding brightness or hairstyle of the subject Make sure to set the Face Detection setting to other than Of
10. Cancel to cancel calibration Notes f you did not press the right spot try the calibration again Do not use a sharp pointed object for calibration Doing so may damage the LCD screen You cannot calibrate the LCD screen if it is rotated or closed with the screen facing out amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 150 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Setup gt Battery Info Operation Search Before use Battery Info Getting started You can check the estimated remaining capacity of the battery Recordin 1 Setup General Settings Battery Info Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions The battery information appears Contents ist ewe APA IME BATTERY LOD 52 ra BOs Erih pia Eriti COS OS SS eee eee To close the screen select Lx amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 151 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Setup gt Eco Mode Operation Search Before use Eco Mode Getting started You can change the setting for the backlight of the LCD screen and the power status of the camcorder Recordin i 1 Setup General Settings Eco Mode Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troub
11. Customizing your camcorder Saving images on an external media device Troubleshooting Saving images on an external media device easily l l Saving the desired images in the camcorder to the external media device Maintenance and precautions l l l l Playing back images in the external media device on the camcorder Contents list Devices that cannot be used as an external media device Creating a disc with the DVD writer DVDirect Express Creating a disc with DVDirect Express Performing DISC BURN OPTION Playing back a disc on the DVDirect Express Creating a disc with a DVD writer other than DVDirect Express Creating a high definition image quality HD disc with a DVD writer Creating a disc with a recorder Creating a standard definition image quality STD disc with a recorder etc amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Customizing your camcorder Operation Search _ fj customizing your camcorder Before use Getting started Using menu items Setting up menu items Recording Shooting Mode Playback Movie Saving images with an external Photo device Camera Mic Customizing your camcorder White Balance Troubleshooting Spot Meter Fcs Spot meter focus HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 Spot Meter Flexible spot meter HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 Spot Focus HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 Contents list Exposure Mai
12. Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Image Quality Size gt HD STD Setting HD STD Setting You can select the image quality of movies 1 Image Quality Size HEDH StH Setting 2 Select the desired item GEEHD Quality Records movies in High definition image quality HD ESHSTD Quality Records movies in standard definition image quality STD This setting is highly compatible with other playback devices Notes When you play or edit movies only movies with the selected image quality will be displayed on your camcorder amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 115 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Image Quality Size gt Wide Mode E Wide Mode When recording standard definition image quality STD movies you can select the horizontal to vertical ratio 1 Image Quality Size H Wide Mode 2 Select the desired item 16 9 WIDE Records movies to the full screen on a 16 9 wide TV screen 4 3 GB R
13. In the default setting when about 2 minutes have elapsed while you do not operate your camcorder the camcorder is automatically turned off Eco Mode Change the setting of Eco Mode or turn on the power again Details Charge the battery pack Details The CHG charge lamp does not light while the battery pack is being charged Close the LCD screen Details Attach the battery pack to the camcorder correctly Details Connect the power cord mains lead to the wall outlet wall socket properly The battery charge is completed Details The CHG charge lamp flashes while the battery pack is being charged When the battery is being charged using the Built in USB Cable disconnect the Built in USB Cable and connect it again f the temperature of the battery pack is too high or too low you may not be able to charge it Details Attach the battery pack to the camcorder correctly If the problem persists disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet wall socket and contact your Sony dealer The battery pack may be damaged Details The remaining battery time indicator does not indicate the correct time The ambient temperature is too high or too low This is not a malfunction The battery pack has not been charged enough Fully charge the battery again If the problem persists replace the battery pack with a new one Details The indicated time may not be correct depending on the e
14. Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Camera Mic gt Wind Noise Reduct Wind Noise Reduct Your camcorder records a movie with less wind noise input from the built in microphone 4 MENU _ Camera Mic Microphone Wind Noise Reduct 2 Select the desired item Off Disables wind noise reduction On KO Enables wind noise reduction Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation amp Back to top 108 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Camera Mic gt Micref Level Microphone reference level Micref Level Microphone reference level You can select the microphone level for recording sound 1 Camera Mic Microphone Micref Level 2 Select the desired item Normal Records various ambient sounds converting them into the appropriate level Low H Records ambient sound faithfully Select Low when you want to record an exciting and powerful sound in a concert hall etc This setting is not suitable for recording conversations amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 109 Handycam User Guide Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback
15. Using the built in projector HDR PJ200 Playing images ona TV Connecting the camcorder to a high definition TV Connecting the camcorder to a non high definition TV Editing movies and photos Capturing a photo from a movie Dividing a movie Delete Saving images with an external device Saving images on an external media device easily Creating a disc Creating a disc with DVDirect Express Creating a high definition image quality HD disc with a DVD writer Creating a standard definition image quality STD disc with a recorder etc amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 18 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Before use gt How to use this User Guide gt How to use this User Guide How to use this User Guide W Selecting a topic to display W Searching a topic by keyword Returning to a previous page WW Printing out a page WY Marks and notations used in this User Guide This User Guide explains how to use each function of the camcorder how to change settings and how to troubleshoot a problem Selecting a topic to display The following illustrations take Internet Explorer 7 as an example 41 Click a title in the side bar on the left of the browser window A l
16. cool place To discharge the battery pack on your camcorder completely select MENU _ Setup A General Settings Eco Mode Off and leave your camcorder in recording standby until the 180 power goes off Details About battery life Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use If decreased usage time between charges becomes significant it is probably time to replace it with a new one Each battery s life is governed by storage operating and environmental conditions amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 181 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Maintenance and precautions gt Maintenance and precautions gt About x v Color Operation Search Before use About x v Color Getting started x v Color is a more familiar term for the xvYCC standard proposed by Sony and is a trademark of Recording Sony xvYCC is an international standard for color space in video This standard can express a wider color Playback range than the currently used broadcast standard Saving images with an external amp Back to top device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 182 Handycam User Guide F F F F Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camco
17. media devices on which the images can be saved Types of media devices on which the images can be saved Types of media that images can be saved on will depend on the recording mode selected mone G a FX FHHQILP FH HQ LP Internal recording media on this camcorder Memory card inserted in this camcorder External media USB storage devices Caca Blu ray dises Blu ray dises discs AVCHD recording discs ay HDR CX210 amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 71 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Saving images with an external device gt Selecting a method for saving images gt The devices on which the created disc can be played back 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 PlayStation 3 DVD disc with standard definition image quality STD Ordinary DVD playback devices such as a DVD player Notes The AVCHD recording disc can be played back only on AVCHD format compatible devices Discs with high definition image quality HD images recorded should not be used in DVD players recorders Because DVD players recorders are not
18. Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page HDR CX190 CX200 CX210 PJ200 User Guide Use this manual if you encounter any problems or have any questions about the camcorder _ 4 Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Operation Search Operation Search i Operation Search Before use Getting started Operation Search Search by operation Recording amp Back to top Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Before use Operation Search Before use i Before use Getting started How to use this User Guide How to use this User Guide Recording Models and illustrations used in this User Guide reay DaS Parts and controls Screen indicators Saving images with an external Parts and controls device Screen indicators Customizing your camcorder Operating your camcorder Troubleshooting Selecting items on the LCD screen Maintenance and precautions amp Back to top Contents list Copy
19. Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries Microsoft Windows Windows Vista and DirectX are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries Mac and Mac OS are registered trademarks of Apple Inc in the U S and other countries Intel Intel Core and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries db and PlayStation are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc Adobe the Adobe logo and Adobe Acrobat are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and or other countries SDXC logo is a trademark of SD 3C LLC MultiMediaCard is a trademark of MultiMediaCard Association All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies Furthermore TM and R are not mentioned in each case in this manual Notes on the License ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT OTHER THAN CONSUMER PERSONAL USE IN ANY MANNER THAT COMPLIES WITH THE MPEG 2 STANDARD FOR ENCODING VIDEO INFORMATION FOR PACKAGED MEDIA IS EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED WITHOUT A LICENSE UNDER APPLICABLE PATENTS IN THE MPEG 2 PATENT PORTFOLIO WHICH LICENSE IS AVAILABLE FROM MPEG LA L L C 250 STEELE STREET SUITE 300 DENVER COLORADO 80206 THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR
20. Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Playback gt Playing images on a TV gt Connecting the camcorder to a non high definition TV Connecting the camcorder to a non high definition TV WW To set the aspect ratio according to the connected TV 16 9 4 3 W When your TV is monaural When your TV has only one audio input jack When movies are recorded with high definition image quality HD they are played back in standard definition image quality STD on a non high definition TV When movies are recorded with standard image quality STD they are played back in standard definition image quality STD woo AUDIO 1 Switch the input on the TV to the connected jack 2 Connect the A V connecting cable 1 supplied to the A V Remote Connector 2 on the camcorder and to the AUDIO and VIDEO input jacks 3 on the TV 3 Play a movie or a photo on the camcorder To set the aspect ratio according to the connected TV 16 9 4 3 Set TV Type to 16 9 or 4 3 according to your TV When your TV is monaural When your TV has only one audio input jack Connect the yellow plug of the A V connecting cable to the video input jack and connect the white left channel or red right channel plug to the audio input jack of your TV or VCR Notes Refer to the instruction manuals of the T
21. Playback in high definition image quality HD Scenario Save W To play back a saved scenario You can save your favorite Highlight Playback as a Scenario with high definition image quality HD Up to 8 scenarios can be saved and these scenarios can be played on the camcorder only 1 Select Replay on the screen after a Highlight Playback has finished Fe 2 When the Highlight Playback starts again select Scenario Save a Se Hicghlicht Saro amd S Packie Highlight Setting E Gianmario ae To play back a saved scenario 1 Select MENU _ Playback Function Scenario select the desired scenario and then select ok l H LETTE JAM TS 2017 005 AM Orbita Fisy b k Range lt JAH 1 200 JAN 7 2002 gt Apo oinbe playback time bares OK WI To erase a saved scenario select Fy Erase Erase All while playing the scenario Notes When you connect the camcorder to an external device such as a TV and watch Highlight Scenario these images do not appear on the LCD screen of the camcorder amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 59 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Playback gt Highlight Playback gt Converting Highlight Playback scenes or Highlight Scenarios to standard definition image quality STD Highlight Movie Operation Search Before use Converting Highlight Playback scenes or Highlight Scenarios to Ge
22. Standard definition image quality STD unit minute a eea aa a i n a a HQ When using a Sony memory card Notes The number in is the minimum recordable time Expected number of recordable photos Internal recording media HDR CX210 You can record the maximum 34 000 photos Memory card 5 3M zee fo 1a 668 sze When using a Sony memory card The number of recordable photos of memory card shown is for the maximum image size of your camcorder The actual number of recordable photos is displayed on the LCD screen during recording Details The number of recordable photos of memory card may vary depending on the recording conditions Notes The unique image processing system of Sony s BIONZ allows still image resolution equivalent to the sizes described Bit rate and recording pixels The following list shows the bit rate pixels and aspect ratio of each recording mode for movies movie 196 audio etc High definition image quality HD FX Max 24 Mbps 1 920 x 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 x 1 080 pixels 16 9 Standard definition image quality STD HQ Approx 9 Mbps average 720 w 480 pixels 16 9 4 3 The photo recording pixels and the aspect ratio Photo recording mode Dual capture 3 072 X 1 728 d
23. THE PERSONAL AND NON COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER TO i ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC STANDARD AVC VIDEO AND OR ii DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NON COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC VIDEO NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA L L C SEE lt HTTP WWW MPEGLA COM gt We provide the software in your camcorder based on license agreements with the owners of the respective copyrights Based on requests by the owners of copyright of these software applications we have an obligation to inform you of the following Please read the following sections 200 Copies of the licenses in English are stored in the internal memory of your camcorder Establish a Mass Storage connection between your camcorder and a computer and read the files in the LICENSE folder in PMHOME On GNU GPL LGPL applied software The software that is eligible for the following GNU General Public License hereinafter referred to as GPL or GNU Lesser General Public License hereinafter referred to as LGPL are included in the camcorder This informs you that you have a right to have access to modify and redistribute source code for these software programs under the conditions of the supplied GPL LGPL Source code is provided on the web Use the following URL to
24. TV which is not compatible with full pixel display amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 111 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Camera Mic gt Display Setting Display Setting You can set the duration of displaying the icons or indicators on the LCD screen while recording 1 Camera Mic Shooting Assist Display Setting 2 Select the desired item Auto Displays for about 3 seconds The rec amp zoom buttons on the LCD screen is displayed On g Always displays The rec amp zoom buttons on the LCD screen is not displayed Notes You cannot change the setting of the icons or indicators on the LCD screen while in the playback mode amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 112 Handycam User Guide F F F Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder F F Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Search Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Image Quality Size gt REC Mode HEREC Mode W On image quality You can switch the recording mode to select
25. Troubleshooting 4 MENU _ Camera Mic Manual Settings White Balance Maintenance and precautions 5 Contents list 2 Select the desired setting ut Auto The white balance is adjusted automatically If you have changed the battery pack while Auto was selected or taken your camcorder outdoors after inside use or vice versa aim your camcorder at a nearby white object for about 10 seconds for better color balance adjustment z Outdoor The white balance is appropriately adjusted for the following recording conditions Outdoors Night views neon signs and fireworks Sunrise or sunset Under daylight fluorescent lamps z Indoor The white balance is appropriately adjusted for the following recording conditions Indoors At party scenes or studios where the lighting conditions change quickly Under video lamps in a studio or under sodium lamps or incandescent like color lamps tM One Push The white balance will be adjusted according to the ambient light T Select ta 2 Keep framing white object such as a piece of paper to fill the screen under the same lightning conditions as you will shoot the subject SET 3 Select ema If the lighting conditions changed by bringing your camcorder outdoors from inside the house or vice versa you need to redo the One Push procedure to readjust the white balance Notes 87 Set White Balance to Auto or adjust
26. User Guide Search Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Camera Mic gt Exposure Operation Search Before use Exposure Getting started You can fix the brightness of a picture manually Adjust the brightness when the subject is too bright or Recording too dark Playback 4 MENU _ Camera Mic 15 Manual Settings Exposure Saving images with an external device 35 Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions 2 Select the desired item J Auto The exposure is adjusted automatically Contents list Select if the subject is white or the backlight is bright or select E if the subject is black or the light is dim amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 92 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Camera Mic gt Focus Operation Search Before use Focus Getting started l W To adjust the focus Recording On focal distance information Playback You can adjust the focus manually You can select this function also when you want to focus on a Saving images with an external certain subject intentionally device 1 Camera Mic t Manual Settings Focus Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list 2 Select the desired item J Auto The focus is adjusted automatically Manual Adjust the foc
27. built in projector HDR PJ200 Getting started S You can use a flat surface such as a wall as a screen to view recorded images using the built in Recording projector The LCD screen turns off while an image is being projected Use the power zoom lever PHOTO button Playback to operate the camcorder Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list 2 When the operating guide screen appears select Project l W Praiemnor raban Ahi Feas Adheme aa DORE Seti PLD vn Sonn are cat bee rer while proier Swinch TO pase no operand This screen appears the first time you use the built in projector 3 Adjust the focus of the projected image using the focus lever A PROJECTOR FOCUS lever The projected image is larger when the distance between your camcorder and the reflecting surface increase Itis recommended that you place the camcorder further than 0 5 m 1 6 feet away approximate distance from the surface that the images are to be projected onto 4 Move the power zoom lever to select the image you want to play then press PHOTO to begin playback 61 A Power zoom lever B PHOTO button Use the power zoom lever to move the selection frame that appears on the LCD screen and press the PHOTO button to start playing the framed item For details on playback see the playback section Deta
28. compatible with the AVCHD format DVD players recorders may fail to eject the disc Always maintain your PlayStation 3 to use the latest version of the PlayStation 3system software The PlayStation 3 may not be available in some countries regions amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 72 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Saving images with an external device gt Saving images on an external media device gt Saving images on an external media device easily Operation Search Before use i i f Saving images on an external media device easily Getting started Recording To delete images in the external media device PI k l l 2 Peyo You can save movies and photos on an external media device USB storage devices such as an Saving images with an external external hard disk drive The following functions will be available after you have saved your images on device an external media device 7 You can connect your camcorder and the external media device and then play back images stored Customizing your camcorder on the external media device You can connect your computer and the external media device and import images to your computer Troubleshooting using the built in PlayMemories Home software Maintenance and precautions Notes Contents list For this operation you need the USB Adaptor Cable VMC UAM1 sold separately Connect the AC Adaptor and the p
29. download it When downloading the source code select HDR CX210E as the model for your camcorder http www sony net Products Linux We would prefer you do not contact us about the contents of source code Copies of the licenses in English are stored in the internal memory of your camcorder Establish a Mass Storage connection between your camcorder and a computer and read the files in the LICENSE folder in PMHOME amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 201
30. images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Search Top page gt Playback Playback Playback Playing movies and photos from the Event View screen Operating buttons while playing Dividing a movie Capturing a photo from a movie Highlight Playback Enjoying a digest of your movies Highlight Playback saving Highlight Playback in high definition image quality HD Scenario Save Converting Highlight Playback scenes or Highlight Scenarios to standard definition image quality STD Highlight Movie Using the built in projector Using the built in projector HDR PJ200 Playing images on a TV Connecting the camcorder to a high definition TV Connecting the camcorder to a non high definition TV Connecting the camcorder to a TV via a VCR Using BRAVIA Sync amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Saving images with an external device Operation Search i _ i Saving images with an external device Before use Getting started Using the PlayMemories Home software Starting the PlayMemories Home software Recording Selecting a method for saving images Playback Disc creation guide Saving images with an external Types of media devices on which the images can be saved oo The devices on which the created disc can be played back
31. on the TV to the connected jack 2 Connect the HDMI cable 7 to the HDMI OUT jack 2 on the camcorder and to the HDMI IN jack 3 on the TV 3 Play a movie or a photo on the camcorder 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 HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface is an interface to send both video audio signals The HDMI OUT jack outputs high quality images and digital audio Notes Refer to the instruction manuals of the TV as well Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power source Details When movies are recorded with standard image quality STD they are played back in standard definition image quality STD even on a high definition TV f you connect your camcorder to the TV using more than one type of cable to output images HDMI output takes priority The camcorder does not support the S Video output amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 63 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording
32. page gt Troubleshooting gt Troubleshooting gt Copying Connecting to other devices Copying Connecting to other devices Images are not copied correctly You cannot copy images using the HDMI cable The A V connecting cable is not connected properly Make sure to connect the cable to the input jack of another device Details amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 170 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Troubleshooting gt Troubleshooting gt Connecting to a computer Connecting to a computer PlayMemories Home cannot be installed Check the computer environment or installation procedure required to install PlayMemories Home PlayMemories Home does not work correctly Quit PlayMemories Home and restart your computer The camcorder is not recognized by the computer Disconnect devices from the USB jack of the computer other than the keyboard mouse and your camcorder Disconnect the Built in USB Cable from the computer and your camcorder and restart the computer then connect the computer and your camcorder again in the correct order When both the Built in USB Cable and the USB jack of the camcorder are connected to
33. screen Event name To the previous event Change to the movie photo recording mode To play back short movies Remaining battery Events To the next event Time line bar Change Event Scale button Event title To go back to the Event View screen Previous next Change to the movie photo recording mode Last played image Recorded time number of photos Switch image type button Movie Photo 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 In the default setting a protected demonstration movie is pre recorded HDR CX210 periodically Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 52 amp Back to top Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Playback gt Playback gt Operating buttons while playing Operation Search eer URE Operating buttons while playing Getting started l l l While playing a movie Recording W While viewing photos Playback To play back images with other devices Saving images with an external Items on the LCD screen disappear if you do not operate the camcorder for a few seconds To display device the items again do as follows HDR CX190 Move the multi selector gt komie YOU Cameos HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 Touch the LCD screen Troubleshooting Main
34. such as thinner benzine alcohol chemical cloths repellent insecticide and sunscreen Handling the camcorder with above substances on your hands Leaving the casing in contact with rubber or vinyl objects for a long period of time carl Zeiss lens Your camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens which was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss in Germany and Sony Corporation and produces superior images It adopts the MTF measurement system for video cameras and offers a quality typical of a Carl Zeiss lens Modulation Transfer Function The number value indicates the amount of light from a subject coming into the lens About care and storage of the lens Wipe the surface of the lens clean with a soft cloth in the following instances When there are fingerprints on the lens surface In hot or humid locations When the lens is exposed to salty air such as at the seaside Store in a well ventilated location subject to little dirt or dust To prevent mold periodically clean the lens as described above amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 187 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Maintenance and precautions gt About handling of your camcorder gt On moisture condensation Operation Search Before use i i On moisture condensation Getting started Recording If your camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place moisture may condense inside your camcorde
35. the color in One Push under white or cool white fluorescent lamps While you are recording a movie ta One Push cannot be set If you set White Balance Scene Selection is set to Auto amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 88 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Camera Mic gt Spot Meter Fcs Spot meter focus HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 Operation Search Before use Spot Meter Fcs Spot meter focus HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 Getting started Recording Brightness and focus can be adjusted for the selected subject automatically Playback 1 Camera Mic Manual Settings Spot Meter Fcs Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions 2 Touch the subject of which you want to adjust the brightness and focus Contents list To adjust the brightness and focus automatically touch Auto Notes Exposure and Focus are automatically set to Manual amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 89 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Camera Mic gt Spot Meter Flexible spot meter HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 Operation Search Before use Spot Meter Flexible spot meter HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 Getting started Recording Exposure can be adjusted and set for the selected subject automati
36. the external devices at the same time disconnect one that is not connected to a computer amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 171 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Troubleshooting gt Self diagnosis display Warning indicators gt Self diagnosis display Self diagnosis display 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 C orE O0 O 0O O Self diagnosis display C 04 0 0 The battery pack is not an InfoLITHIUM battery pack V series Use an InfoLITHIUM battery pack V series Details Connect the DC plug of the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack of your camcorder securely Details c 06 0 O The battery pack temperature is high Change the battery pack or place it in a cool place C 13 0 O 0 32 0 O Remove the power source Reconnect it and operate your camcorder again ESO 0 0 O Follow the steps from
37. the movie quality when recording high definition image quality HD movies The recording time of the recording media is changed depending on the recording mode 1 Image Quality Size EEREC Model 2 Select the desired recording mode Sete ihe gual of maries Hig hasi Quality ES High Guay FHA Sianckied Bey Lang Time LF Recordable copa atte medy woar 5 appears on a medium icon if a movie recorded with the selected recording mode cannot be copied on that medium On image quality The image quality and the bit rate for each recording mode can be set as follows M such as in 24M means Mbps For high definition image quality HD Highest Quality FX 1920 x 1080 60i quality AVC HD 24M FX High Quality FH 1920 x 1080 60i quality AVC HD 17M FH Standard H 1440 x 1080 60i quality AVC HD 9M HQ Long Time LP 1440 1080 60i quality AVC HD 5M LP 1 The default setting For standard definition image quality STD Standard HQ Standard quality Standard STD 9M HQ 1 Standard image quality STD is fixed to this value Related topics Types of media devices on which the images can be saved Recording standard definition image quality STD movie HD STD Setting Disc creation guide 113 amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 114 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use
38. your movies Highlight Playback Saving Highlight Playback in high definition image quality HD Scenario Save Converting Highlight Playback scenes or Highlight Scenarios to standard definition image quality STD Highlight Movie Using the built in projector Using the built in projector HDR PJ200 Playing images on a TV Connecting the camcorder to a high definition TV Connecting the camcorder to a non high definition TV Connecting the camcorder to a TV via a VCR Using BRAVIA Sync amp Back to top Saving images with an external device Using the PlayMemories Home software Starting the PlayMemories Home software Selecting a method for saving images Disc creation guide Types of media devices on which the images can be saved The devices on which the created disc can be played back Saving images on an external media device Saving images on an external media device easily Saving the desired images in the camcorder to the external media device Playing back images in the external media device on the camcorder Devices that cannot be used as an external media device Creating a disc with the DVD writer DVDirect Express Creating a disc with DVDirect Express Performing DISC BURN OPTION Playing back a disc on the DVDirect Express Creating a disc with a DVD writer other than DVDirect Express Creating a high definition image quality HD disc with a DVD writer Creating a disc with a recorder Creating a standard definition
39. 2 GB the next movie file is created automatically The following states will be indicated if data is still being written onto the recording media after recording has finished During this time do not apply shock or vibration to the camcorder or remove the battery or AC Adaptor Access lamp is lit or flashing The media icon in the upper right of the LCD screen is flashing The LCD screen of your camcorder can display recording images across the entire screen full pixel display However this may cause slight trimming of the top bottom right and left edges of images when played back on a TV which is not compatible with full pixel display It is recommended you record images with Guide Frame set to On and using the outer frame of Guide Frame as a guide Related topics Expected recording time of movies Media Select HDR CX210 To display items on the LCD screen all the time Display Setting To change the image size Image Size Recordable time remaining capacity Media Info Zooming amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 46 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Recording gt Recording gt Shooting photos Operation Search Shooting photos Before use Getting started In the default setting movies and photos are recorded on the following media Movies are recorded with HDR CX190 CX200 PJ200 Memory card Playback HDR CX210 Internal recording media Saving images w
40. 2 on If you have problems C1 Battery level warning The battery pack is nearly used up Depending on the operating environment or battery conditions C21 may flash even if there are about 20 minutes remaining ALl Warning indicator pertaining to battery pack temperature The battery pack temperature is high Change the battery pack or place it in a cool place WJ Warning indicator pertaining to memory card Slow flashing Free spaces for recording images are running out For the type of memory card you can use with your camcorder see Types of memory card you can use with your camcorder 172 No memory card is inserted Details Fast flashing There are not enough free spaces for recording images After storing the images on other media delete unnecessary images or format the memory card Details Details The image data base file may be damaged Check the data base file by selecting MENU _ Setup Media Settings Repair Img DB F the recording medium HDR CX210 The memory card is damaged TH Warning indicators pertaining to memory card formatting The memory card is damaged The memory card is not formatted correctly Details va Warning indicator pertaining to incompatible memory card Incompatible memory card is inserted Details on Warning indicator pertaining to the write protect of the memory card The memory card is write p
41. 6 Handycam User Guide Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting I _ Maintenance and precautions Contents list Search Top page gt Maintenance and precautions gt Maintenance and precautions gt About the AVCHD format About the AVCHD format What is the AVCHD format The AVCHD format is a high definition digital video camera format used to record a high definition HD signal using efficient data compression coding technology The MPEG 4 AVC H 264 format is adopted to compress video data and the Dolby Digital or Linear PCM system is used to compress audio data The MPEG 4 AVC H 264 format is capable of compressing images at higher efficiency than that of the conventional image compressing format As the AVCHD format uses a compression coding technology the picture may be disturbed in scenes where picture field angles or brightness etc change drastically but this is not a malfunction Recording and playback on your camcorder Based on the AVCHD format your camcorder records and plays with the high definition image quality HD In addition to high definition image quality HD your camcorder is capable of recording a standard definition STD signal in the conventional MPEG 2 format Video signal MPEG 4 AVC H 264 1920 1080 60i 1440 x 1080 60i Au
42. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 138 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Setup gt Empty Music Operation Search Before use Empty Music Getting started You can delete all music files stored on the camcorder Recordin 1 Setup Playback Settings Empty Music Playback waa Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions 2 Select OK or Cancel Contents list Notes f you delete music files using Empty Music the music data recorded on your camcorder at the factory will be deleted as well amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 139 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Setup gt TV Type TV Type You need to convert the signal depending on the TV connected when playing back movies and photos The recorded movies and photos are played back as following illustrations 1 Setup Connection TV Type 2 Select the desired item 16 9 Select this to view your movies on a 16 9 wide TV Movies and photos recorded in 16 9 wide mode Movie
43. Before use Selecting items on the LCD screen Getting started HDR CX190 Recordin J 1 Move the multi selector towards gt to select the desired item Playback 2 Press the center of the multi selector to complete the selection Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 1 Touch the desired part of the LCD screen amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 31 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Getting started gt Checking the supplied items gt Supplied items Supplied items The numbers in are the supplied quantity 1 Camcorder 1 2 AC Adaptor 1 Power cord mains lead 1 HDMI cable 1 only for HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 5 A V connecting cable 1 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 Rechargeable battery pack NP FV30 1 Operating Guide 1 Notes The PlayMemories Home Lite Version software and PlayMemories Home
44. Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Search Top page gt Troubleshooting gt Troubleshooting gt Recording Recording Refer also to Memory card Pressing START STOP or PHOTO does not record images The playback screen is displayed Press MODE to turn on the m Movie or D Photo lamp Details Details 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 Details Total number of movie scenes or photos exceeds the recordable capacity of your camcorder Delete unnecessary images Details Details The temperature of your camcorder is extremely high Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place The temperature of your camcorder is extremely low Turn off your camcorder and take it to a warm place Leave the camcorder there for a while then turn on the camcorder Photos cannot be recorded You cannot record photos together with H Fader The camcorder cannot shoot photos while it is in the movie recording mode depending on the H REC Mode selected The access lamp remains lit or flashing even if recording was stopped Your camcorder is recording the scene you have just shot on the memory card The imaging field looks different The imaging field may look differ
45. D movie management information exists If you select Yes new management information is created and you can record or play back movies with high definition image quality HD You can record standard definition image quality STD movies or photos Inconsistencies found in image database file Do you want to repair the image database file The Image Database File is damaged Do you want to repair the Image Database File Inconsistencies found in image database file Cannot record or play HD movies Do you want to repair the image database file You cannot record or play back movies because no movie management information exists If you 174 select Lok new management information is created and you can record or play back movies Inconsistencies found in the image database file Back up and recover Recover then import using the included PC software Since the database information of high definition image quality HD movies has been damaged there are inconsistencies between the information in the database and the information in the file Select Lok to back up the high definition image quality HD movies and repair the database file You cannot see the backed up movies on the camcorder By connecting the camcorder to a computer after repairing the database you can import backed up high definition image quality HD movies to the computer using the built in PlayMemories Home software installed on the computer However
46. Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Search Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Setup gt USB Connect Setting USB Connect Setting You can set the USB transfer mode for connecting the camcorder to a computer or other USB device 1 Setup Connection USB Connect Setting 2 Select the desired item Mass Storage This is a USB transfer mode compatible with many types of USB devices Notes When you connect the camcorder to other devices using the MTP mode movies that have been recorded with the same image quality as the one currently selected selected with the HiRH HST Setting menu can only be displayed on the connected device When the camcorder is connected to an external device in the MTP mode movie files will be displayed with the recorded date however some information such as area information included in the movie files cannot be displayed on the connected device To import images from the camcorder to your computer use the built in PlayMemories Home software Ifthe Device Stage window does not open when you connect the camcorder to a computer equipped with Windows 7 set USB Connect Setting to Auto Device Stage is a menu of Windows 7 that is used to manage devices camcorder camera etc that are co
47. H SteadyShot to Active or Standard Details Even if H SteadyShot is set to Active or Standard your camcorder may not be able to compensate for excessive vibrations Images cannot be recorded or played back correctly f you record and delete images repeatedly for a long time the files on the recording media may become fragmented and images cannot be recorded or played back correctly After backing up the images on other media format the recording media on your camcorder Details The subjects passing by the screen very fast appear crooked This is called the focal plane phenomenon This is not a malfunction Because of the way the image device CMOS sensor reads out image signals the subjects passing by the lens rapidly might appear crooked depending on the recording conditions Horizontal stripes appear on the images This occurs when recording images under a fluorescent lamp sodium lamp or mercury lamp This is not a malfunction Black bands appear when you record a TV screen or computer screen Set H SteadyShot to an option except for Active Details LCD brightness cannot be set You cannot set LCD brightness when The LCD panel is closed on your camcorder with the LCD screen facing out The power is supplied from the AC Adaptor Photos are recorded automatically In the default setting photos are recorded automatically when the camcorder detects a smile 163 De
48. Help Guide are pre installed in this camcorder amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 32 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Getting started gt Charging the battery pack gt Charging the battery using the AC Adaptor Charging the battery using the AC Adaptor Charging time W To remove the battery pack W To use a wall outlet wall socket as a power source W Notes on the battery pack Notes on the AC Adaptor 1 Close the LCD screen and attach the battery pack 4 ee 2 Connect the AC Adaptor C and the power cord mains lead to your camcorder and the wall outlet wall socket 3 A Align the mark on the DC plug 4 with that of DC IN jack 5 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 Notes You cannot attach any InfoLITHIUM battery pack other than the V series to your camcorder 33 i Charging time Approximate time min required when you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack Battery pack NP FV30 supplied AC Adaptor NP FV70 195 NP FV100 390 T
49. Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Edit Copy gt Copy HDR CX210 Copy HDR CX210 You can copy images back and forth between the internal recording medium of your camcorder and the memory card The original copy of the image will not be deleted after the copy operation has been completed Select the source and the destination for the images to be copied after you select Copy 1 Press CE View Images 2 Edit Copy Copy 3 Select the desired setting Multiple Images or All In Event Multiple Images Select the type of image you want to copy add check marks W to the desired images and then select Lok Kapi ee ANTS 0 Pe ce Cap You can select multiple images All In Event You can copy all images in the selected date at one time Select the date you want to copy using a EJ and then select LOK Lok You cannot select multiple dates x ANI ANA JAN2 2012 A i JAN ia 2012 JANA i Notes When you record an image on the memory card for the first time create the image database file by selecting Setup Media Settings Repair Img DB F Memory Card Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet wall socket using the supplied AC Adaptor to prevent your camcorder from running out of power during copy 126 Related topics Checking the image copied Media
50. Select HDR CX210 Saving images on an external media device easily amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 127 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Edit Copy gt Direct Copy Direct Copy You can save images on an external media device USB storage device manually while the device is connected to your camcorder You can perform this operation while the camcorder is displaying the event view of the external device connected 41 Press J View Images 2 MENU _ Edit Copy Direct Copy 3 Follow the instructions that appear on the LCD screen Related topics Saving images on an external media device easily amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 128 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Setup gt Media Select HDR CX210 Operation Search Before use Media Select HDR CX210 Getting started You can select the recording medium on which the images will be saved Recordin i 4 Setup Media Settings Media Select Playback waa Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Mainten
51. 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 Playback Adaptor during the operation Saving images with an external 4 MENU _ Setup N General Settings Calibration device Customizing your camcorder Lilibed bien ASjU ug h ah arrit pies Troubleshooting Tough the camie of ghe a mark Maintenance and precautions Contents list 2 Touch displayed on the screen with the corner of memory card or the like 3 times Touch Cancel to cancel calibration Notes f you did not press the right spot try the calibration again Do not use a sharp pointed object for calibration Doing so may damage the LCD screen You cannot calibrate the LCD screen if it is rotated or closed with the screen facing out amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 189 I Handycam User Guide Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting _ Maintenance and precautions Contents list Search Top page gt Maintenance and precautions gt About handling of your camcorder gt On charging the pre installed rechargeable battery On charging the pre installed recha
52. V as well Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power source Details When you play back standard definition image quality STD movies on a 4 3 TV that is not compatible with the 16 9 signal set E Wide Mode to 4 3 to record movies with 4 3 aspect ratio f you connect your camcorder to the TV using more than one type of cable to output images HDMI input takes priority on the TV The camcorder does not support the S Video output Related topics TV Type Wide Mode 64 amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 65 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Playback gt Playing images on a TV gt Connecting the camcorder to a TV viaa VCR Connecting the camcorder to a TV via a VCR Connect your camcorder to the LINE IN input on the VCR using the A V connecting cable Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 etc amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 66 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Play
53. When you select the date and time select one of the items and adjust the value with La When you select Lok the date and time setting operation is complete A HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 B HDR CX190 A B r c ea 40 ic JAN ia esa 10 30 39 To change the language setting You can change the on screen displays to show messages in a specified language Select MENU Setup General Settings Language Setting a desired language To turn off the power Close the LCD screen f To adjust the angle of the LCD screen First open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder 1 and then adjust the angle 2 Notes The recording date time and condition are recorded automatically on the recording media They are not displayed during recording However you can check them as Data Code during playback To display them select MENU _ Setup Playback Settings Data Code Date Time Related topics To set the date and time again Date amp Time Setting To calibrate the touch panel Calibration HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 40 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Getting started g
54. a Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 199 amp Back to top Handycam User Guide Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Search Top page gt Maintenance and precautions gt On trademarks gt On trademarks On trademarks Handycam and HAIJ Y CAMT are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation AVCHD and AVCHD logotype are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation Memory Stick Memory Stick Duo MEMORY STICK DUO Memory Stick PRO Duo Memory Stick PRO Quo Memory Stick PRO HG Duo MEMORY STICK PRO HG Duo MagicGate MLIAGICGATE MagicGate Memory Stick and MagicGate Memory Stick Duo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation InfoLITHIUM is a trademark of Sony Corporation x v Color is a trademark of Sony Corporation BIONZ is a trademark of Sony Corporation BRAVIA is a trademark of Sony Corporation DV Direct is a trademark of Sony Corporation Blu ray Disc and the logo are trademarks Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories HDMI the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
55. a Setting Checking the name of parts and controls Parts and controls Identifying part names Parts and controls Displaying the data code Data Code Selecting the suitable setting automatically for the recording situation Intelligent Auto Recording people clearly Face Detection Recording the selected subject clearly Face Priority HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 Smile Shutter Scene Selection Portrait Scene Selection Spotlight Recording images with the selected image quality REC Mode HD STD Setting Wide Mode Image Size Recording images without blurring SteadyShot movie Adjusting the focus Spot Focus HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 Tracking focus Recording the selected subject clearly Face Priority HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 Focus Recording movies in a dim place Low Lux Scene Selection Night Scene Recording sound clearly Wind Noise Reduct BlIt in Zoom Mic Micref Level Microphone reference level Capturing photos during movie recording Recording high quality photos during movie recording Dual capture Recording movies Smile Shutter 17 Recording sunset or fireworks beautifully Scene Selection Fireworks Scene Selection Sunrise amp Sunset Selecting a recording medium Media Select HDR CX210 Saving battery power Eco Mode Playing movies and photos from an event Event View Enjoying a digest of your movies Enjoying a digest of your movies Highlight Playback Using the built in projector
56. age gt Customizing your camcorder gt Camera Mic gt Smile Sensitivity Smile Sensitivity Sets the smile detection sensitivity for using the Smile Shutter function 4 MENU _ Camera Mic Face Smile Sensitivity 2 Select the desired item Slight Smile Detects even a slight smile J Normal Smile Detects a normal smile Big Smile Detects a big smile Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation amp Back to top 106 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Camera Mic gt BIt in Zoom Mic Bit in Zoom Mic You can record a movie with vivid sound appropriate to the zoom position 4 MENU _ Camera Mic Microphone BIt in Zoom Mic 2 Select the desired item Off The microphone does not record sound following zooming in or out On F The microphone records sound following zooming in or out amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 107 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list
57. amcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Image Quality Size gt Image Size Image Size You can select a size for the photos you are going to shot 1 Image Quality Size Image Size 2 Select the desired item l E i BB migi iii S J Far pelecting the stl image size BEL iit Gel 20M CHEI Notes The image size selected with this setting takes effect for photos taken by the Dual Capture function Details Related topics Expected number of recordable photos amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 118 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Playback Function gt Event View Operation Search Before use Event View Getting started You can display the Event View screen Recordin i 4 MENU _ Playback Function Event View Playback waa Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Related topics Playing movies and photos from the Event View screen amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 119 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Playback Function gt Highlight Movie Operation Search Before use Highlight Movie Getting started You can view the Highl
58. ance and precautions 2 Select the desired recording medium Contents list amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 129 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Setup gt Media Info Media Info You can check the remaining recordable time for movies and the approximate free and used media space of the recording media 1 Setup Media Settings Media Info 2 Select the recording medium that you want to view the information Note Since there is a management file area the used space is not displayed as 0 even if you perform Format Details Related topics Media Select HDR CX210 amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 130 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Setup gt Format Operation Search Before use Format Getting started l l l l To prevent data on the internal recording media from being recovered HDR CX210 Recording Formatting deletes all the movies and photos to recover recordable free space Playback 1 Setup Media Settings Format Saving images with an external Customizing your camcor
59. apturing a photo from a movie WW On recording date and time of captured photos Eo 1 Select Photo Capture that appears on the playback screen of a movie IPheie Capture a Cinna A B A Returns to the beginning of the selected movie B Adjusts the capturing point with more precision If the movie was recorded with one of the following image quality levels the image size will be set as shown below High definition image quality HD 2 1 M 16 9 Wide aspect ratio 16 9 with standard definition image quality STD 0 2 M 16 9 4 3 aspect ratio with standard definition image quality STD 0 3 M 4 3 On recording date and time of captured photos The recording date and time of captured photos is the same as the recording date and time of the movies f the movie you are capturing from has no data code the recording date and time of the photo will be the date and time you captured from the movie amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 56 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Playback gt Highlight Playback gt Enjoying a digest of your movies Highlight Playback Enjoying a digest of your movies Highlight Playback W To change the setti
60. ard Do not let the memory card get wet Keep the memory card out of the reach of small children There is danger that a child might swallow it Do not insert anything other than the compliant size of memory card into the memory card slot Doing SO may cause a malfunction Do not use or keep the memory card in the following locations Places subject to extremely high temperature such as a car parked outside in the summer Places under direct sunlight Places with extremely high humidity or subject to corrosive gases Playback Saving images with an external device Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list On the memory card adaptor When using memory card with memory card compliant device inserting memory card into memory card adaptor make sure the memory card is inserted facing in the correct direction Note that improper use may cause a malfunction On image data compatibility Image data files recorded on memory card by your camcorder conform to the Design rule for Camera File system universal standard established by the JEITA Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association On your camcorder you cannot play back photos recorded on other devices DCR TRV900 or DSC D700 D770 that do not conform to the universal standard These models are not sold in some regions f you cannot use memory cards that have been used with another
61. back gt Playing images on a TV gt Using BRAVIA Sync 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 You can display the camcorder screens such as Event View play selected movies or display selected photos by pressing up down left right enter buttons of the remote commander of your TV Notes Set CTRL FOR HDMI to On Also set your TV accordingly Refer to the instruction manual of the TV for details The operation of BRAVIA Sync differs according to each model of BRAVIA Refer to the instruction manual of your TV for details If you turn off the TV your camcorder is turned off simultaneously amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 67 Handycam User Guide F F F F F F Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Search Top page gt Saving images with an external device gt Using the PlayMemories Home software gt Starting the PlayMemories Home software Starting the PlayMemories Home software 1 Double click the PlayMemor
62. back images stored on memory card on other devices Editing movies photos on your camcorder Playback on the TV Copying Connecting to other devices Connecting to a computer Self diagnosis display Warning indicators Self diagnosis display Warning Indicators amp Back to top 15 Maintenance and precautions Maintenance and precautions About the AVCHD format About the memory card About the InfoLITHIUM battery pack About x v Color About the AC Adaptor About handling of your camcorder On use and care On moisture condensation On adjustment of the touch panel HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 On charging the pre installed rechargeable battery Notes on disposal transfer of the camcorder Recording time of movies number of recordable photos Charging time Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack Expected recording time of movies Using your camcorder abroad Using your camcorder abroad On trademarks On trademarks amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 16 Handycam User Guide Search _ Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Operation Search gt Operation Search gt Search by operation Search by operation Setting the date and time Date amp Time Setting Are
63. be found at our Customer Support Website http www sony net amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 156 Handycam User Guide Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Search Top page gt Troubleshooting gt Troubleshooting gt Overall operations Overall operations The power does not turn on Attach a charged battery pack to the camcorder Details The plug of the AC Adaptor has been disconnected from the wall outlet wall socket Connect it to the wall outlet wall socket Details The camcorder does not operate even when the power is set to on t takes a few seconds for your camcorder to be ready to shoot after the power is turned on This is not a malfunction Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet wall socket or remove the battery pack then reconnect it after about 1 minute If the functions still do not work press RESET using a pointed object If you press RESET all settings including the clock setting are reset Details The temperature of your camcorder is extremely high Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place The temperature of your camcorder is extremely low Leave your camcorder with the power of your camcorder on Turn off your camcorder and
64. cally This function is useful when there is strong contrast between the subject and the background such as subjects in the spotlight on Playback stage Saving images with an external 4 MENU _ Camera Mic Manual Settings Spot Meter device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list 2 Touch the subject of which you want to adjust the exposure To return the setting to automatic exposure touch Auto Notes Exposure is automatically set to Manual amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 90 Handycam User Guide Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Search Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Camera Mic gt Spot Focus HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 Spot Focus HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 Focus can be adjusted automatically for the subject selected 1 Camera Mic Manual Settings Spot Focus 2 Touch the subject of which you want to adjust the focus To adjust the focus automatically touch Auto L OE Spot Tocar I Pih Si La L Esr ie u el i ma LF Notes Focus is automatically set to Manual amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 91 Handycam
65. ch anywhere except the buttons on the LCD screen Screen indicators during recording Described here are icons for both movie recording and photo recording modes 22 98 Zoom button W Wide T Telephoto START STOP button in movie recording mode PHOTO button in photo recording mode MENU button Status detected by Intelligent Auto Recording status STBY REC AE AF automatic exposure automatic focus lock gt Tracking focus 1 Zoom Remaining battery lo N Counter hour minute second Capturing a photo Recording playback editing media 2 9 Tracking focus cancel button Intelligent Auto button Approximate number of recordable photos Aspect ratio 16 9 or 4 3 and photo size L S 12 Estimated recording remaining time Recording image quality HD STD and recording mode FX FH HQ LP ik View Images button ir My Button you can assign your favorite functions to icons displayed in this area 1 HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 2 HDR CX210 To record in mirror mode 45 1 Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder 1 then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side 2 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
66. ch condition you can set the menu item y EditCoppy amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 84 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Shooting Mode gt Movie Operation Search Before use Movie Getting started You can select the movie recording mode Recordin i 4 MENU _ Shooting Mode Movie Playback waa Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions amp Back to top Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 85 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Shooting Mode gt Photo Operation Search Before use Photo Getting started You can select the photo shooting mode Recordin 4 MENU _ Shooting Mode Photo Playback waa Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions amp Back to top Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 86 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Camera Mic gt White Balance Operation Search Before use White Balance Getting started You can adjust the color balance to the recording environment Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder
67. cket The number of scenes may be smaller depending on the type of images recorded You cannot copy images from an external media device to the internal recording medium on the camcorder amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 74 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Saving images with an external device gt Saving images on an external media device gt Saving the desired images in the camcorder to the external media device Operation Search Before use Saving the desired images in the camcorder to the external media Getting started device Recording You can save desired images in the camcorder to the external media device Playback ww LL _ _ E _ Saving images with an external Notes device For this operation you need the USB Adaptor Cable VMC UAM1 sold separately 7 Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord mains lead to the DC IN jack of your camcorder and Customizing your camcorder the wall outlet wall socket Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the external media device Troubleshooting 1 Connect your camcorder and the external media device using the USB Adaptor Cable sold Maintenance and precautions separately Contents list A USB Adaptor Cable VMC UAM1 sold separately Make sure not to disconnect the USB cable while Preparing image database file Please wait is displayed on the LCD screen If Repair Img DB F is di
68. corder SD Capacity Speed operation Class verified Memory Stick PRO Duo media Mark2 Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO HG Duo media Duo media Described in this manual SD memory card __ 3 SDHC memory card l Clase 4 or faster SD card SDXC memory 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 Confirm in advance that the connecting equipment is supporting the exFAT system If you connect an equipment not supporting the exFAT system and the format screen appears do not perform the format All the data recorded will be lost 42 The exFAT is a file system that is used for SDXC memory cards l 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 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 anew Image Database File It may be possible that there is not enough free space is displayed format the memory card Confirm the direc
69. de Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Setup gt Beep Beep You can turn on or off the operation sound q MENU _ Setup General Settings Beep 2 Select the desired item On A melody sounds when you start stop recording or operate your camcorder vf Off Cancels the melody amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 147 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Setup gt LCD Brightness LCD Brightness You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen q MENU _ Setup General Settings LCD Brightness 2 Select the desired item Normal Normal setting normal brightness Bright Select this when the LCD screen is not bright enough This adjustment does not affect the recorded images in any way amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 148 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started
70. de set a demonstration movie starts playing 1 Setup General Settings Demo Mode 2 Select the desired item On The demonstration appears HDR CX190 CX200 CX210 You can set the interval after which a demonstration begins to play when there has been no operation attempted for the specified period of time HDR PJ200 You can select whether to use the LCD or the projector to display the demonstration that plays when there has been no operation attempted for a specified period of time Off The demonstration does not appear Notes In the default setting the demonstration movie is in the Event View If you delete the demonstration movie you cannot recover it HDR CX210 A movie you have recorded will be registered as the demonstration movie if it satisfies all of the following conditions HDR CX210 The movie is protected The movie is the one that was recorded first The movie is saved on the internal recording media The movie is recorded with high definition image quality HD When you operate your camcorder the demonstration playback will be suspended It appears again if no operation is attempted for more than the specified period of time you set in Demo Mode amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 153 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an externa
71. der Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list 2 Select the recording medium that you want to format and then select Lok Notes Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet wall socket using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation Details To avoid the loss of important images you should save them before formatting the recording media Protected movies and photos will also be deleted Make sure not to do the following while Executing is displayed Open Close the LCD screen Operate buttons on the camcorder Eject the memory card from your camcorder Disconnect the AC Adaptor To prevent data on the internal recording media from being recovered HDR CX210 When you dispose of or transfer the camcorder it is recommended that you perform Empty to prevent the leakage of your personal data When the internal recording media is selected on the Format screen select Empty E eru All the dais will be deirisd when forma is Se EE E Est procenr ime Fin You cannot perform Empty unless you connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet wall socket To avoid the loss of important images they should be saved on a computer or other devices before performing Empty Disconnect all cables except the AC Adaptor Do not disconnect the AC Adaptor during the operation While deleting data do not apply any vibrations or shocks to your camcorder You can check the
72. device format it with your camcorder Note that formatting erases all information on the memory card Details You may not be able to play back images with your camcorder When playing back image data modified on your computer When playing back image data recorded with other devices About the Memory Stick media Types of Memory Stick media Recording Playback Memory Stick Duo media with MagicGate Memory Stick PRO Duo media Mark2 ri Memory Stick PRO HG Duo media This product does not support 8 bit parallel data transfer but it supports 4 bit parallel data transfer the same as with Memory Stick PRO Duo media This product cannot record or play data that uses MagicGate technology MagicGate is a copyright protection technology that records and transfers the contents in an encrypted format amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 179 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Maintenance and precautions gt Maintenance and precautions gt About the InfoLITHIUM battery pack Operation Search Before use About the InfoLITHIUM battery pack Getting started Recording Your camcorder operates only with an InfoLITHIUM V series battery packs Playback InfoLITHIUM V series battery packs have the eme WF mark Saving images with an external What is an InfoLITHIUM battery pack device An InfoLITHIUM batter
73. dio signal Dolby Digital 2ch Recording media HDR CX190 CX200 PJ200 memory card HDR CX210 Internal memory memory card Data recorded in AVCHD format other than the above mentioned cannot be played on your camcorder amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 177 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Maintenance and precautions gt Maintenance and precautions gt About the memory card Operation Search Before use About the memory card Getting started A memory card formatted by a computer Windows OS Mac OS does not have guaranteed Recording compatibility with your camcorder Data read write speed may vary depending on the combination of the memory card and memory card compliant product you use Damaged or lost data may occur in the following cases the data will not be compensated for If you eject the memory card or turn off your camcorder while your camcorder is reading or writing image files on the memory card while the access lamp is lit or flashing Customizing your camcorder If you use the memory card near magnets or magnetic fields It is recommended that you make a back up of important data on the hard disk of a computer Do not attach a label or the like on memory card or memory card adaptor Do not touch or allow metallic objects to come into contact with the terminals Do not bend drop or apply strong force to the memory card Do not disassemble or modify the memory c
74. e Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions 2 Select the desired item Contents list Off The Low Lux function is not used On The Low Lux function is used Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation amp Back to top 95 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Camera Mic gt Scene Selection Operation Search Before use Scene Selection Getting started You can record images effectively in various situations Recordin i 4 MENU _ Camera Mic m Camera Settings Scene Selection Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions 2 Select the desired item Contents list ma Auto Adjusts image quality automatically J Night Scene Maintains the darkening atmosphere of the distant surroundings in night scenes Sunrise amp Sunset Reproduces the atmosphere of scenes such as sunsets or sunrises ig Fireworks Takes spectacular shots of fireworks Landscape Shoots distant subjects clearly This setting also prevents your camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows between the camcorder and the subject a ee ee ee m Portrait Brings out the subject such as people or flowers while creating a soft 96 background l Spotlight Prevents people s faces from appearing e
75. e a month Use up the battery pack completely before storing it Note on the camcorder battery pack temperature When the temperature of the camcorder or battery pack becomes extremely high or extremely low you may not be able to record or play back on the camcorder due to the protection features of the camcorder being activated in such situations In this case an indicator appears on the LCD screen i Notes on charging through the USB cable Operation with all computers is not assured f 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 Charging with a personally assembled computer with a converted computer or through a USB hub are not guaranteed The camcorder may not function correctly depending on the USB device which is used with the computer When the camcorder is connected to a computer or accessories Do not try to format the recording media of the camcorder using a computer If you do so your camcorder may not operate correctly When connecting the camcorder to another device with communication cables be sure to insert the connector plug in the correct way Pushing the plug forcibly into the terminal will damage the terminal and may result in a malfunction of the camcorder When the camcorder is connected to other devices thro
76. e data code is displayed on the TV screen if you connect your camcorder to a TV Depending on the recording media condition may appear amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 136 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Setup gt Volume Operation Search Before use Volume Getting started You can adjust the volume of playback sound Recordin 1 Setup gt Playback Settings Volume Playback waa Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions 2 Adjust the volume using La a Contents list amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 137 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Setup gt Download Music Download Music You can transfer music files from audio CDs or MP3 files to your camcorder by connecting the camcorder to a computer To transfer music files use Music Transfer 1 Setup Playback Settings Download Music 2 Follow the instructions that appear on the display For details refer to Music Transfer Help amp
77. e focus manually when it is hard to focus automatically Related topics Zooming Focus amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 100 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Camera Mic gt SteadyShot movie HH SteadyShot movie You can compensate for camera shake Set H SteadyShot to Off Eh when using a tripod sold separately then the image becomes natural Le Camera Mic s Camera Settings H SteadyShot 2 Select the desired item Active Provides a more powerful SteadyShot effect Standard Provides a SteadyShot effect performing wide angle recording under relatively stable recording conditions off CE The SteadyShot function is not used Notes f you change the setting the imaging field will also change accordingly You can zoom images up to 30 times unless H SteadyShot is set to Active amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 101 Handycam User Guide Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents li
78. e recommend using a large capacity battery pack NP FV70 NP FV100 sold separately Be sure to close the LCD screen when not recording or playing back on your camcorder The battery pack is also consumed when your camcorder is in recording standby or playback pause Have spare battery packs ready for 2 or 3 times the expected recording time and make trial recordings before making the actual recording Do not expose the battery pack to water The battery pack is not water resistant About the remaining battery time indicator When the power goes off even though the remaining battery time indicator indicates that the battery pack has enough power to operate charge the battery pack fully again Remaining battery time will be indicated correctly Note however that the battery indication will not be restored if it is used in high temperatures for a long time or if left in a fully charged state or when the battery pack is frequently used Use the remaining battery time indication as a rough guide only The 31 mark that indicates low battery flashes even if there are still 20 minutes of battery time remaining depending on the operating conditions or ambient temperature About storage of the battery pack Ifthe battery pack is not used for a long time fully charge the battery pack and use it up on your camcorder once a year to maintain proper function To store the battery pack remove it from your camcorder and put it in a dry
79. ecorder etc supplied Saving images on a DVD disc with standard definition image quality STD Details USB Adapter cable VMC UAM1 sold separately External media device Saving images on an external media device with high definition image quality HD Details i Movies that are recorded with standard definition image quality STD Use the A V connecting cable to connect the camcorder to an external device in which images are saved Notes 69 Delete the demonstration movie when copying or creating discs If it is not deleted the camcorder may not operate correctly However you cannot recover the demonstration movie once you delete it HDR CX210 There may be some types of discs or media devices on which movies cannot be saved depending on the HAREC Mode setting selected when you record the movie Movies recorded with HAREC Mode set to Highest Quality FX can be saved on external media devices Related topics Dubbing on a computer Starting the PlayMemories Home software amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 70 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Saving images with an external device gt Selecting a method for saving images gt Types of
80. ecords movies to the full screen on a 4 3 TV screen Notes For details on the holizontal vertical ratio of the TV that will be connected refer to the instruction manuals of the TV Related topics TV Type amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 116 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Image Quality Size gt x v Color Ha x v Color You can capture wider range of colors Various colors such as the brilliant color of flowers and turquoise blue of the sea can be more faithfully reproduced Refer to the instruction manuals of the TV 1 Image Quality Size H x v Color 2 Select the desired item Off Records in ordinary color range On POLO Select this setting if the recorded movies will be played back on an x v Color compliant TV Notes Ifthe movie recorded with this function On is played back on a non x v Color compliant TV the color may not be reproduced correctly amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 117 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your c
81. elect Play without copying in step 2 above Select MENU _ Edit Copy Delete and then follow the instructions that appear on the LCD screen to delete images Notes You may not be able to use external media devices with a code function The FAT file system is available for your camcorder If the storage medium of the external device was formatted for the NTFS file system etc format the external media device using the camcorder before use The format screen appears when an external media device is connected to your camcorder Make sure that important data has not previously been saved on the external media device before you format it using the camcorder Operation is not assured with every device satisfying requirements for operating For details on available external media devices go to the Sony support website in your country region The number of scenes you can save on the external media device are as follows However even if the external media device has free space you cannot save scenes exceeding the following number High definition image quality HD movies Max 3 999 Standard definition image quality STD movies Max 9 999 Photos Max 40 000 If your camcorder does not recognize the external media device try the following operations Reconnect the USB Adaptor Cable to your camcorder If the external media device has the AC power cord mains lead connect it to the wall outlet wall so
82. ent depending on the condition of your camcorder This is not a malfunction The actual recording time for movies is less than the expected recording time of the recording media Depending on the recording conditions the time available for recording may be shorter for example when recording a fast moving object etc The camcorder stops operating The temperature of your camcorder is extremely high Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place The temperature of your camcorder is extremely low Turn off your camcorder and take it to a warm place Leave the camcorder there for a while then turn on the camcorder 162 f you keep applying vibration on the camcorder recording may stop There is a time difference between the point when START STOP is pressed and the point that the recording movie is started or stopped actually On your camcorder there may be a slight time difference between the point where you press START STOP and the actual point that recording movie starts stops This is not a malfunction The horizontal to vertical ratio of the movie 16 9 wide 4 3 cannot be changed The horizontal to vertical ratio of high definition image quality HD movies is 16 9 wide The auto focus does not function Set Focus to Auto Details The recording conditions are not suitable for auto focus Adjust the focus manually Details SteadyShot does not function Set
83. external Bottom device Customizing your camcorder The following indicators appear when you change the settings Check also for the indicators that appear during recording or playing aaa Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Left MENU button Self timer recording E Wide Mode Fader Face Detection set to Off D White Balance x v Color Intelligent Auto face detection scene detection camera shake 28 ee Pores detection Center iom Oo SS WA E ALE Warning Right Indicator Recording image quality HD STD frame rate 60i and recording mode FX FH HQ LP 9999 Ey m 9999 A flan Playback folder 100 112 Current playing movie or photo Number of total recorded movies or photos Connection to the external media device Approximate number of recordable photos and photo size Bottom Micref Level low Wind Noise Reduct BIt in Zoom Mic Spot Meter Fcs Spot Meter Exposure i Intelligent Auto pol 101 0005 Data file name Protected image 29 a Indicators and their positions are approximate and may differ from what you actually see Some indicators may not appear depending on your camcorder model amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 30 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Before use gt Operating your camcorder gt Selecting items on the LCD screen Operation Search
84. f Auto is the default setting To record subjects other than people Tracking focus Touch the subject you want to record Your camcorder adjusts the focus automatically amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 50 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Playback gt Playback gt Playing movies and photos from the Event View screen Operation Search Before use Playing movies and photos from the Event View screen Getting started l l Y Screen display on the Event View screen Recording 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 Saving images with an external device HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list You can enter the playback mode by selecting a on the LCD screen Details 2 Select KEC to move the desired event to the center 0 and then select it The camcorder displays recorded images as an event automatically based on the date and time 3 Select the image e JAN 2012an ao il d C ARM TH ATiz i IAH TH The camcorder plays from the selected image to the last image in the event Screen display on the Event View screen 51 ESSA e a A NE k gt N e e e e o E we B Highligh Ss To the MENU
85. from the wall outlet wall socket immediately if any malfunction occurs while using your camcorder Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow space such as between a wall and furniture Do not short circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic objects This may cause a malfunction Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the camcorder holding both the camcorder and the DC plug Related topics Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack 34 Remaining battery indicator Screen indicators Using your camcorder abroad Eco Mode amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 35 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Getting started gt Charging the battery pack gt Charging the battery using your computer Operation Search Before use Charging the battery using your computer m Getting started l aie WW To charge the battery from a wall outlet wall socket using the Built in USB Cable Recording W Charging time Playback To remove the battery pack Saving images with an external T 1 Turn off your camcorder and connect the camcorder to a running computer using the Built in USB Cable 1 Customizing your camcorder 2 To the wall outlet wall socket Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list gt The CHG charge lamp turns on The CHG charge lamp turns off when the battery pack is
86. fully charged Disconnect Built in USB Cable from your computer 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 You cannot use a Sony CP AH2R CP AL or AC UP100 portable power supply device sold separately to charge the camcorder Charging time Approximate time min required when you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack Battery pack Built in USB Cable NP FV50 280 NP FV70 945 NP FV100 1 000 The charging times shown in the table above are measured when charging the camcorder at a temperature of 25 C 77 F It is recommended that you charge the battery in a temperature range of 10 C to 30 C 50 F to 86 F The charging times are measured without using the USB Connection support cable 36 To remove the battery pack Close the LCD screen Slide the BATT battery release lever 1 and remove the battery pack 3 Related topics Charging the battery using the AC Adaptor amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 37 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top
87. g Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Camera Mic gt Self Timer O Self Timer Press PHOTO to start the count down A photo is recorded after about 10 seconds 4 MENU _ Camera Mic T Camera Settings 6 Self Timer 2 Select the desired item Off Cancels the self timer On amp Starts the self timer recording To cancel the recording select Reset amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 99 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Camera Mic gt Tele Macro Operation Search Before use Tele Macro Getting started You can blur out backgrounds and the subject stands out clearer This is useful to shoot small subjects Recording such as flowers or insects Playback 1 MENU Camera Mic s Camera Settings Tele Macro Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions 2 Select the desired item Contents list _ Off Cancels Tele Macro Tele Macro is also canceled when you move the zoom lever to the W side On TH The zoom moves to the top of the T telephoto side automatically and allows recording subjects at close range down to about 39 cm 15 3 8 in Notes When recording a distant subject focusing may be difficult and can take some time Adjust th
88. ges with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Playback gt Playback gt Dividing a movie Dividing a movie 1 Select FY Divide on the movie playback screen l A Returns to the beginning of the selected movie B Adjusts the dividing point with more precision 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 If you want to do advanced editing operations use the built in PlayMemories Home software Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder while dividing the images It may damage the recording media Do not eject the memory card while dividing images from the memory card If you divide movies that are included in saved scenarios the scenarios will also be deleted Related topics Delete amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 55 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Playback gt Playback gt Capturing a photo from a movie C
89. he charging times shown in the table above are measured when charging the camcorder at a temperature of 25 C 77 F It is recommended that you charge the battery in a temperature range of 10 C to 30 C 50 F to 86 F i To remove the battery pack Close the LCD screen Slide the BATT battery release lever 1 and remove the battery pack 3 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 that the i Movie 3 Photo lamps the access lamp are turned off The CHG charge lamp flashes during charging under the following conditions The battery pack is not attached correctly The battery pack is damaged The temperature of the battery pack is low Remove the battery pack from your camcorder and put it in a warm place The temperature of the battery pack is high Remove the battery pack from your camcorder and put it in a cool place In the default setting the power turns off automatically if you leave your camcorder without any operation for about 2 minutes to save battery power Eco Mode Notes on the AC Adaptor Use the nearby wall outlet wall socket when using the AC Adaptor Disconnect the AC Adaptor
90. he default format Performing evice Format may enable you to use your camcorder This will delete all data in the internal recording Customizing your camcorder medium Details Troubleshooting M A Data error Maintenance and precautions An error occurred during reading or writing the internal recording media of the camcorder HDR Contents list CX210 This may occur when you keep applying shock on the camcorder Movies recorded on other devices may not be played back The Image Database File is damaged Do you want to create a new file HD movie management information is damaged Create new information The management file is damaged When you select Yes anew management file is created The old recorded images on the media cannot be played back Image files are not damaged If you execute Repair Img DB F after creating new information playing back the old recorded images may become possible If it does not work copy the image using the built in PlayMemories Home software There is no Image Database File Movies cannot be recorded or played Create a new file You cannot record or play back movies because no movie management information exists If you select Yes new management information is created and you can record or play back movies There is no HD movie management information Create new information You cannot record or play back movies because no high definition image quality H
91. hown in this manual when there is a difference in specification between models Confirm the model name on the bottom of your camcorder l 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 LCD Screen Battery pack Built in USB Cable Do not aim at the sun Doing so might cause your camcorder to malfunction Take images of the sun only in low light conditions such as at dusk Use the camcorder in accordance with local regulations Do not use or store the camcorder and accessories in the following locations Anywhere extremely hot cold or humid Never leave them exposed to temperatures 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 185 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 Sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired Near windows or outdoors where the LCD screen or the lens may be exposed to direct sunlight This damages the LCD screen Operate your camcorder on DC 6 8 V 7 2 V battery pack
92. ht Playback Play the desired movie and select La 4 Lok Or play the desired photo and select LoK r appears on the movie or photo that is used in a Highlight Playback ee To erase the points select Clear All Points Notes Highlight Playback scenes will change each time you select a Highlight Playback The Playback Range setting is cleared when the Highlight Playback stops After the music file is transferred to the camcorder if you cannot play the music the music file may be damaged Delete the music file by selecting MENU _ Setup Playback Settings Empty Music then transfer the music file again You can restore the music data recorded on your camcorder at the default using Music Transfer For operating instructions see Music Transfer help When you connect the camcorder to an external device such as a TV and watch Highlight Playback these images do not appear on the LCD screen of the camcorder amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 58 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Playback gt Highlight Playback gt Saving Highlight Playback in high definition image quality HD Scenario Save Saving Highlight
93. ies Home icon on the computer screen 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 If the icon is not displayed on the computer screen click Start All Programs PlayMemories Home the desired item amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 68 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Saving images with an external device gt Selecting a method for saving images gt Disc creation guide Operation Search Before use i i i Disc creation guide Getting started Recording W Movies that are recorded with standard definition image quality STD PEDE You can save high definition image quality HD movies using an external device Select the method to Saving images with an external be used according to the device device Customizing your camcorder External devices Connecting cable Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Built in USB cable of the DVDirect Express DVDirect Express DVD writer Saving images on a DVD disc with high definition image quality HD Details ia a e7 Built in USB Cable 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 Details A V connecting cable Hard disk r
94. ight Movie you have saved Recordin i 4 Playback Function Highlight Movie Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions 2 Select the desired Highlight Movie Contents list Related topics Converting Highlight Playback scenes or Highlight Scenarios to standard definition image quality STD Highlight Movie amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 120 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Playback Function gt Scenario Operation Search i Before use Scenario Getting started You can view Highlight Scenario that you have saved Recordin 4 MENU _ Playback Function Scenario Playback waa Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions 2 Select the desired scenario Contents list Related topics Saving Highlight Playback in high definition image quality HD Scenario Save amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 121 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Ed
95. ils To turn off the projector press PROJECTOR 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 Output of Highlight Playback to a device such as a TV Operation of the camcorder with the LCD screen closed Several other functions amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 62 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Playback gt Playing images on a TV gt Connecting the camcorder to a high definition TV Connecting the camcorder to a high definition TV W On an HDMI cable When movies are recorded with high definition image quality HD they are played back in high definition image quality HD on a high definition TV Use the HDMI cable to connect the camcorder to a TV which has an HDMI input jack If the TV does not have an HDMI input jack use the A V connecting cable Details 1 Supplied with HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 1 Switch the input
96. image quality STD disc with a recorder etc amp Back to top 13 l Customizing your camcorder Using menu items Setting up menu items Shooting Mode Movie Photo Camera Mic White Balance Spot Meter Fcs Spot meter focus HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 Spot Meter Flexible spot meter HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 Spot Focus HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 Exposure Focus Low Lux Scene Selection Fader Self Timer Tele Macro SteadyShot movie Digital Zoom Auto Back Light Face Detection Smile Shutter Smile Sensitivity BlIt in Zoom Mic Wind Noise Reduct Micref Level Microphone reference level My Button Guide Frame Display Setting Image Quality Size REC Mode HD STD Setting Wide Mode x v Color Image Size Playback Function Event View Highlight Movie Scenario Edit Copy Delete Protect Copy HDR CX210 Direct Copy Setup 14 Media Select HDR CX210 Media Info Format Repair Img DB F File Number Data Code Volume Download Music Empty Music TV Type HDMI Resolution CTRL FOR HDMI Control for HDMI USB Connect USB Connect Setting USB LUN Setting Disc Burn Beep LCD Brightness Language Setting Calibration HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 Battery Info Eco Mode Demo Mode Date amp Time Setting Area Setting amp Back to top i Troubleshooting If you have problems If you have problems Troubleshooting Overall operations Batteries power sources LCD screen Memory card Recording Playback Playing
97. irect Express gt Creating a high definition image quality HD disc with a DVD writer Creating a high definition image quality HD disc with a DVD writer Use the Built in USB Cable to connect your camcorder to a Sony DVD writer other than DVDirect Express sold separately etc which is compatible with high definition image quality HD movies 1 Connect a DVD writer to your camcorder with the Built in USB Cable 2 Select USB Connect on the camcorder screen If the USB Select screen does not appear select Setup Connection USB Connect 3 Record movies on the connected device After the operation is completed select Lx Notes Always maintain the firmware of the Sony DVDirect DVD Writer to its latest version For details see the following website http sony storagesupport com amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 81 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Saving images with an external device gt Creating a disc with a recorder gt Creating a standard definition image quality STD disc with a recorder etc Operation Search Before use Creating a standard definition image quality STD disc witha Getting started recorder etc Recording Connect your camcorder to a disc recorder a Sony DVD writer etc other than DVDirect Express with the A V connecting cable You can copy images played back on your camcorder on a disc or video Saving image
98. ist of topic titles appears in the right pane 2 Click a topic title in the list Descriptions appear in the right pane 19 Changing the font size Change the font size by changing the setting of your web browser For how to change the font size setting refer to the Help of your web browser Searching a topic by keyword Enter the keyword in the search window then click the Search button Returning to a previous page Use the back button of your web browser or the breadcrumb trail navigation A to return to a page you previously viewed 20 Printing out a page Click the Print button to print out a page you are viewing Marks and notations used in this User Guide In this User Guide the sequence of operations is shown by arrows A Operate the camcorder in the order indicated 21 Icons in the operating procedure sentences appear when the camcorder is in its default settings The default setting is indicated by v amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 22 Handycam User Guide F Operation Search Before use F F F F Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Search Top page gt Before use gt How to use this User Guide gt Models and illustrations used in this User Guide Models and il
99. it Copy gt Delete Delete W To delete a part of a movie 1 2 Edit Copy Delete Select the desired setting Multiple Images or All In Event Multiple Images Select the type of image you want to delete add check marks W to the desired images and then select oK ATE T ANT T m 0 E oe pE Ciliate All In Event You can delete all images in the selected date at one time Select the date you want to delete using Lai and then select Lo x MNI aAa Tal mmm aan aama anta ama gt To delete a part of a movie You can divide a movie and delete it Notes 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 the images It may damage the recording media Do not eject the memory card while deleting images from the memory card If you delete movies photos that are included in saved scenarios the scenarios will also be deleted 122 Related topics Release protection Protect Format To divide a movie Dividing a movie amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 123 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents li
100. it is not guaranteed that all movies can be imported to the computer Buffer overflow Writing to the media was not completed in time You have performed recording and erasing operations repeatedly or a memory card that has been formatted by other device is used Copy and take data backup to other device such as a computer and then format the memory card on the camcorder Details The size of the inserted memory card is not sufficient for copying the movie s Use the recommended memory card Details Recovering data Your camcorder tries to recover data automatically if the data writing was not performed properly Cannot recover data Writing data onto the media of the camcorder has failed Attempts were made to recover the data but they were unsuccessful T Reinsert the memory card Reinsert the memory card a few times If even then the indicator flashes the memory card could be damaged Try with another memory card l Cannot recognize this memory card Format and use again Format the memory card Note that if you format the memory card all the recorded movies and photos are deleted Details S still picture folder is full Cannot record still pictures You cannot create folders exceeding 999MSDCF You cannot create or delete created folders using your camcorder Format the memory card or delete folders using your computer Details This memory card may not be able to record or play
101. ith an external 1 Open the LCD screen and press MODE to turn on the D Photo lamp device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list When the focus is adjusted properly AE AF lock indicator appears on the LCD screen Related topics Screen indicators during recording Zooming amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 47 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Recording gt Useful functions for recording images gt Zooming Operation Search Before use Zooming Getting started Recording Playback 1 Move the power zoom lever to magnify or reduce the size of the image W To magnify images further Extended Zoom Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list W Wider range of view Wide angle T Close view Telephoto 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 To magnify images further Extended Zoom 1 Set H SteadyShot to Standard or Off You can magnify images up to 30 times the original size by extending the wide angle 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
102. l device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Setup gt Date amp Time Setting Date amp Time Setting 1 Setup Clock Settings Date amp Time Setting 2 Select the desired item Date amp Time Format Summer Time or Date amp Time Date amp Time Format You can select one from 4 types of date and time format Daylight Savings Summer Time You can change this setting without stopping the clock Off Does not set the summertime On Sets the summertime The clock is set to move the time forward 1 hour Date amp Time You can set the clock amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 154 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Setup gt Area Setting Area Setting You can adjust a time difference without stopping the clock Select your local area when using the camcorder in other time zones 1 Setup Clock Settings Area Setting 2 Select the desired item Home Select this item when you are going to use the camcorder in the area where you are living Des
103. leshooting Maintenance and precautions 2 Select the desired item Contents list Off The backlight of the LCD screen is always on brightly The camcorder does not turn off automatically Standard The backlight of the LCD screen turns off automatically if you do not attempt to operate your camcorder for more than about 1 minute The camcorder turns off automatically if you do not attempt to operate your camcorder for more than about 2 minutes Max MA The brightness of the LCD screen is adjusted to the surrounding brightness automatically The backlight of the LCD screen turns off automatically if you do not attempt to operate your camcorder for more than about 15 seconds The camcorder turns off automatically if you do not attempt to operate your camcorder for more than about 1 minute amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 152 Handycam User Guide Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Search Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Setup gt Demo Mode Demo Mode Sets playback of the demonstration movie about the functions of the camcorder When the camcorder is connected to a wall outlet wall socket and no operation is attempted within a certain period with the movie recording mode or the Event View mo
104. lustrations used in this User Guide Models described in this User Guide Models described in this User Guide are as follows HDR CX190 CX200 CX210 PJ200 Difference of each model are as follows ae Recording media Capacity of internal recording Projector media HDR HDR Internal memory memory 8 GB CX210 card HDR puzoo fey card ony HDR Illustrations and on screen displays used in this User Guide The example images used in this User Guide for illustration purposes are captured using a digital still camera and therefore may appear different from images and screen indicators that actually appear on your camcorder And the illustrations of your camcorder and its screen indication are exaggerated or simplified for understandability llustrations used in this manual are based on HDR CX210 unless otherwise specified amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 23 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Before use gt Parts and controls Screen indicators gt Parts and controls Operation Search Before use Getting started Parts and controls To fasten the grip belt Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Speaker 4 1 2 Lens Carl Zeiss lens 3 LENS COVER switch Built in microphone HDR CX190 HDR PJ200 24
105. movies Use amemory card recommended for your camcorder Details This memory card may not be able to record or play images correctly Use a memory card recommended for your camcorder Details 175 Do not eject the memory card during writing Data may be damaged Reinsert the memory card External media cannot execute functions Check the data base file by selecting MENU Setup Media Settings Repair Img DB F the recording medium HDR CX210 f even then the indicator flashes reconnect the external media device and then perform the format Note that if you format the external media device all the recorded movies and photos in it are deleted f you cannot perform the format the external media may not be supported by the camcorder or it may be damaged Try with another external media Unable to access external media Use the external media device in stable condition the environment such as no vibration and room temperature etc Make sure that the power source of the external media device is connected Other Maximum number of images already selected You can select only 100 images at one time for Deleting movies photos Protecting movies photos or releasing the protection Copying movies photos Data protected You tried to delete protected data Release the protection of the data amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 17
106. n optional accessories W LCD screen W To clean the LCD screen W To clean the projector lens HDR PJ200 W On handling the casing W Carl Zeiss lens W About care and storage of the lens 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 i On recording Before starting to record test the recording function to make sure the image and sound are recorded without any problems Compensation for the contents of recordings cannot be provided even if recording or playback is not possible due to a malfunction of the camcorder recording media etc TV color systems differ depending on the country region To view your recordings on a TV you need a NTSC system based TV Television programs films video tapes and other materials may be copyrighted Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the copyright laws Notes on use Do not do any of the following Otherwise the recording media may be damaged recorded images may be impossible to play back or may be lost or other malfunctions could occur ejecting the memory card when the access lamp is lit or flashing removing the battery pack or AC Adaptor from the camcorder or applying mechanical shock or vibration to the camcorder when the m Movie D Photo lamps or the access lamp are lit or flashing When the camcorde
107. nals are recorded in the images The top bottom right and left edges of images are trimmed slightly on a connected TV The LCD screen of your camcorder can display recording images across the entire screen full pixel display However this may cause slight trimming of the top bottom right and left edges of images when played back on a TV which is not compatible with full pixel display Itis recommended you record images using the outer frame of Guide Frame as a guide Details The image appears distorted on the 4 3 TV This happens when viewing an image recorded in the 16 9 wide mode on a 4 3 TV Set TV Type correctly and play back the image Details Black bands appear at the top and bottom of the screen of the 4 3 TV This happens when viewing an image recorded in the 16 9 wide mode on a 4 3 TV This is not a malfunction The images being played back do not appear on the LCD screen when you connect the camcorder to a TV and play back images Highlight Playback or a scenario will not appear on the LCD screen of the camcorder while it is connected to a TV and play back images amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 169 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top
108. ng process of the screen and do not affect the recording in any way The backlight of the LCD screen turns off if you do not attempt to operate your camcorder for a while In the default setting the backlight of the LCD screen turns off automatically if you do not attempt to Operate your camcorder for more than about 1 minute Details amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 160 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Troubleshooting gt Troubleshooting gt Memory card Memory card Operations using the memory card cannot be performed f you use the memory card formatted on a computer format it again on your camcorder Details Images stored on the memory card cannot be deleted The maximum number of images that you can delete on the index screen at one time is 100 You cannot delete the protected images The data file name is not indicated correctly or flashes The file is damaged The file format is not supported by your camcorder Details amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 161 Handycam User Guide Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device
109. ngs for Highlight Playback You can enjoy a digest of high definition image quality HD movies and photos similar to a short movie 1 Press CE View Images 2 Display the desired event at the center of the Event View and select Highlight A Volume adjustment B Context C To stop D Previous E To pause F Next 3 Select the desired operation when the highlight playback finishes Fiaoliny A Sa amd Shawne l Highlight Seat lirtea i a A The camcorder plays the Highlight Playback scenes again 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 To change the settings for Highlight Playback You can change the Highlight Playback settings by selecting Highlight Setting on the screen after Highlight Playback has finished You can also change the setting by selecting Fo _ Highlight Setting while the camcorder is playing highlight scenes sT 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 Length You can set the length of the Highlight Playback segment Highlight Point You can set the points in a movie or photo that will be used in a Highlig
110. nnected to the computer amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 144 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Setup gt USB LUN Setting USB LUN Setting Improves compatibility with external devices by limiting the functions of the USB connection 1 Setup Z Connection USB LUN Setting 2 Select the desired item Multi Use this setting for ordinary operations Single Try this setting only if you cannot connect to an external device Notes When you install the built in PlayMemories Home software on your computer set USB LUN Setting to Multi amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 145 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Setup gt Disc Burn Operation Search Before use Disc Burn Getting started 1 Setup Connection Disc Burn Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooti E 2 Follow the instructions that appear on the screen Maintenance and precautions i Back to top Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 146 Handycam User Gui
111. ntenance and precautions Focus Low Lux Scene Selection Fader Self Timer Tele Macro SteadyShot movie Digital Zoom Auto Back Light Face Detection Smile Shutter Smile Sensitivity BlIt in Zoom Mic Wind Noise Reduct Micref Level Microphone reference level My Button Guide Frame Display Setting Image Quality Size REC Mode HD STD Setting Wide Mode x v Color Image Size Playback Function Event View Highlight Movie Scenario Edit Copy Delete Protect Copy HDR CX210 Direct Copy Setup Media Select HDR CX210 Media Info Format Repair Img DB F File Number Data Code Volume Download Music Empty Music TV Type HDMI Resolution CTRL FOR HDMI Control for HDMI USB Connect USB Connect Setting USB LUN Setting Disc Burn Beep LCD Brightness Language Setting Calibration HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 Battery Info Eco Mode Demo Mode Date amp Time Setting Area Setting amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Troubleshooting Operation Search i Troubleshooting Before use Getting started If you have problems If you have problems Recording Troubleshooting Playback Overall operations Saving images with an external Batteries power sources oS LCD screen Customizing your camcorder Memory card Troubleshooting econelay Playback Maintenance and precautions Playing back images stored on memory ca
112. nvironment of use The battery pack is quickly discharged The ambient temperature is too high or low This is not a malfunction The battery pack has not been charged enough Fully charge the battery again If the problem persists replace the battery pack with a new one Details amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 159 Handycam User Guide Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Search Top page gt Troubleshooting gt Troubleshooting gt LCD screen LCD screen Menu items are grayed out You cannot select grayed items in the current recording playback situation There are some functions you cannot activate simultaneously The buttons do not appear on the LCD screen Touch the LCD screen lightly HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 Press the multi selector HDR CX190 The buttons on the touch panel do not work correctly or do not work at all HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 Adjust the touch panel Calibration Details The buttons on the LCD screen quickly disappear If you set Display Setting to On the buttons do not disappear from the LCD screen while in recording mode Details There are dots in the shape of a grid on the screen These points are a normal result of the manufacturi
113. ons gt Recording time of movies number of recordable photos gt Charging time Charging time Approximate time min required when you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack Charging time Battery pack oraraing time AC Adaptor Built in USB Cable when using your computer NP FV100 390 1000 The charging times shown in the table above are measured when charging the camcorder at a temperature of 25 C 77 F It is recommended that you charge the battery in a temperature range of 10 C to 30 C 50 F to 86 F The charging times are measured without using the USB Connection support cable amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 192 Handycam User Guide Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Search Top page gt Maintenance and precautions gt Recording time of movies number of recordable photos gt Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack W Recording time W Playing time HD stands for high definition image quality and STD stands for standard definition image quality j Recording time Approximate time available when you use a fully charged battery pack unit minute Bat
114. or DC 8 4 V AC Adaptor For DC or AC operation use the accessories recommended in these operating instructions Do not let your camcorder get wet for example from rain or sea water If your camcorder gets wet it may malfunction Sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired If any solid object or liquid gets inside the casing unplug your camcorder and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any further Avoid rough handling disassembling modifying physical shock or impact such as hammering dropping or stepping on the product Be particularly careful of the lens Keep the LCD screen closed when you are not using your camcorder Do not wrap your camcorder with a towel for example and operate it Doing so might cause heat to build up inside When disconnecting the power cord mains lead pull it by the plug and not the cord Do not damage the power cord mains lead such as by placing anything heavy on it Do not use a deformed or damaged battery pack Keep metal contacts clean If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked Consult your local authorized Sony service facility Wash off any liquid that may have contacted your skin If any liquid gets in your eyes wash with plenty of water and consult a doctor 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 onc
115. ots 16 9 2 304 1 728 dots 4 3 1 536 864 dots 16 9 640 x 480 dots 4 3 Capturing a photo from a movie 1 920 1 080 dots 16 9 640 x 360 dots 16 9 640 480 dots 4 3 amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 197 Handycam User Guide Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Search Top page gt Maintenance and precautions gt Using your camcorder abroad gt Using your camcorder abroad Using your camcorder abroad Power supply You can use your camcorder in any countries regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder within the AC 100 V to 240 V 50 Hz 60 Hz range Viewing high definition image quality HD movies In countries regions where 1080 60i is supported you can view the movies with the same high definition image quality HD as that of the recorded movies You need a NTSC system based and 1080 60i compatible TV or monitor An HDMI cable must be connected Viewing standard definition image quality STD movies To view standard definition image quality STD movies you need a NTSC system based TV with AUDIO VIDEO input jacks An A V connecting cable must be connected On TV color systems Your camcorder is a NTSC system based camcorder If you want
116. ower cord mains lead to the DC IN jack of your camcorder and the wall outlet wall socket Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the external media device 1 Connect your camcorder and the external media device using the USB Adaptor Cable sold separately A USB Adaptor Cable VMC UAM1 sold separately Make sure not to disconnect the USB cable while Preparing image database file Please wait is displayed on the LCD screen if Repair Img DB F is displayed on the camcorder screen select Lo 2 Select Copy on the camcorder screen ES Gigy imperial hins ra Ear TODI to thee ariera mediar Play without copying Easy cope HDR CX190 CX200 PJ200 Movies and photos that are stored in the memory card inserted in the camcorder and that have not yet been saved on to external media device can be saved on the connected media device at this time HDR CX210 Movies and photos that are stored on one of the camcorder s recording media selected in Media Select and that have not yet been saved on external media device can be saved on the connected media device at this time 13 This operation is available only when there are newly recorded images in your camcorder j To disconnect the external media device select while the camcorder is in the playback standby mode either Event View or Event Index is displayed To delete images in the external media device 1 2 S
117. page gt Getting started gt Charging the battery pack gt Charging the battery abroad Charging the battery 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 Notes Do not use an electronic voltage transformer Related topics Charging the battery using the AC Adaptor amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 38 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Getting started gt Turning the power on and setting the date and time gt Turning the power on and setting the date and time Operation Search Before use Turning the power on and setting the date and time Getting started Recording W To change the language setting WW To turn off the power Playback WY To adjust the angle of the LCD screen Saving images with an external device 1 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder to turn the power on Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Touch the button on the LCD screen For HDR CX190 select the button using the multi selector 3 Select the desired geographical area with KE then select Next GAT iD tiri Fis Fork gna 4 Set Daylight Savings or Summer Time select the date format and the date and time If you set Daylight Savings or Summer Time to On the clock advances 1 hour
118. playing back memory cards Details amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 167 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Troubleshooting gt Troubleshooting gt Editing movies photos on your camcorder Editing movies photos on your camcorder Unable to edit Unable to edit because of the condition of the image A movie cannot be divided A movie that is too short cannot be divided Release the protection and then divide The demonstration movies cannot be deleted Release the protection and then delete them A photo cannot be captured from a movie The recording media where you want to save photos is full amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 168 Handycam User Guide Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Search Top page gt Troubleshooting gt Troubleshooting gt Playback on the TV Playback on the TV Neither image nor sound is played on the connected TV Images are not output from the HDMI OUT jack if copyright protection sig
119. r This may cause a malfunction to your camcorder Playback f moisture condensation has occurred Leave your camcorder for about 1 hour without turning it on Saving images with an external l Note on moisture condensation CEEE Moisture may condense when you bring your camcorder from a cold place into a warm place or vice Customizing your camcorder versa or when you use your camcorder in a humid place as follows You bring your camcorder from a ski slope into a place warmed up by a heating device Troubleshooting You bring your camcorder from an air conditioned car or room into a hot place outside i You use your camcorder after a squall or a rain Maintenance and precautions You use your camcorder in a hot and humid place How to prevent moisture condensation When you bring your camcorder from a cold place into a warm place put your camcorder in a plastic bag and seal it tightly Remove the bag when the air temperature inside the plastic bag has reached the surrounding temperature after about 1 hour I Contents list amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 188 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Maintenance and precautions gt About handling of your camcorder gt On adjustment of the touch panel HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 Operation Search Before use On adjustment of the touch panel HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 Getting started Recording
120. r is connected to other devices through a USB connection and the power of the camcorder is turned on do not close the LCD panel The image data that has been recorded may be lost 184 Use the camcorder in accordance with local regulations LCD Panel The LCD screen is manufactured using extremely high precision technology so over 99 99 of the pixels are operational for effective use However there may be some tiny black points and or bright points white red blue or green in color that appear constantly on the LCD screen These points are normal results of the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way i l i B A A White red blue or green points B Black points About this manual illustrations and on screen displays The example images used in this manual for illustration purposes are captured using a digital still camera and therefore may appear different from images and screen indicators that actually appear on your camcorder And the illustrations of your camcorder and its screen indication are exaggerated or simplified for understandability Design and specifications of your camcorder and accessories are subject to change without notice In this manual the internal memory HDR CX210 and the memory card are called recording media In this manual the DVD disc recorded with high definition image quality HD is called AVCHD recording disc The model name is s
121. r of the memory card Playback Saving images with an external device Note on disposal transfer of the camcorder HDR CX210 Even if you delete all movies and still images or perform Format data on the internal recording media may not be completely erased When you transfer the camcorder it is recommended that you perform Troubleshooting Empty to prevent the recovery of your data Also when you dispose of the camcorder it is DE O recommended that you destroy the actual body of the camcorder Details _ Maintenance and precautions Contents list j Note on disposal transfer of the memory card Customizing your camcorder Even if you delete data in the memory card or format the memory card on your camcorder or a computer you may not delete data from the memory card completely When you give the memory card to somebody it is recommended that you delete data completely using data deletion software on a computer Also when you dispose of the memory card it is recommended that you destroy the actual body of the memory card amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 191 I Handycam User Guide F F F F F F Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Search Top page gt Maintenance and precauti
122. rd on other devices Editing movies photos on your camcorder Playback on the TV Copying Connecting to other devices Contents list Connecting to a computer Self diagnosis display Warning indicators Self diagnosis display Warning Indicators amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 10 I Handycam User Guide F F F F F F Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Search Top page gt Maintenance and precautions i Maintenance and precautions Maintenance and precautions About the AVCHD format About the memory card About the InfoLITHIUM battery pack About x v Color About the AC Adaptor About handling of your camcorder On use and care On moisture condensation On adjustment of the touch panel HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 On charging the pre installed rechargeable battery Notes on disposal transfer of the camcorder Recording time of movies number of recordable photos Charging time Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack Expected recording time of movies Using your camcorder abroad Using your camcorder abroad On trademarks On trademarks amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 11 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use
123. rder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Search Top page gt Maintenance and precautions gt Maintenance and precautions gt About the AC Adaptor About the AC Adaptor Use the nearby wall outlet wall socket when using the AC Adaptor Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet wall socket immediately if any malfunction occurs while using your camcorder Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow space such as between a wall and furniture Do not short circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic objects This may cause a malfunction amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 183 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Maintenance and precautions gt About handling of your camcorder gt On use and care On use and care About language setting W On recording Notes on use WY LCD Panel W About this manual illustrations and on screen displays W On use and care W When not using your camcorder for a long time WY Note on the camcorder battery pack temperature W Notes on charging through the USB cable Y When the camcorder is connected to a computer or accessories Notes o
124. rgeable battery W On charging the pre installed rechargeable battery W How to charge the pre installed rechargeable battery l On charging the pre installed rechargeable battery Your camcorder has a pre installed rechargeable battery to retain the date time and other settings even when the LCD screen is closed The pre installed rechargeable battery is always charged while your camcorder is connected to the wall outlet wall socket via the AC Adaptor or while the battery pack is attached The rechargeable battery will be fully discharged in about 3 months if you do not use your camcorder at all Use your camcorder after charging the pre installed rechargeable battery However even if the pre installed rechargeable battery is not charged the camcorder operation will not be affected as long as you are not recording the date 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 amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 190 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Maintenance and precautions gt About handling of your camcorder gt Notes on disposal transfer of the camcorder Operation Search Before use Notes on disposal transfer of the camcorder Getting started Recording WW Note on disposal transfer of the camcorder HDR CX210 W Note on disposal transfe
125. right 2012 Sony Corporation Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Getting started i Getting started Checking the supplied items Supplied items Charging the battery pack Charging the battery using the AC Adaptor Charging the battery using your computer Charging the battery abroad Turning the power on and setting the date and time Turning the power on and setting the date and time Preparing the recording media Selecting a recording medium HDR CX210 Inserting a memory card amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Recording Operation Search i Recording Before use Getting started Recording i Recording movies 7 Shooting photos Playback Useful functions for recording images Saving images with an external Zooming device Intelligent Auto Customizing your camcorder Recording the selected subject clearly Face Priority HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 Troubleshooting amp Back to top Maintenance and precautions Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation Handycam User Guide Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving
126. rotected Access to the memory card was restricted on another device Eo Ne Warning indicator pertaining to the external device The image data base file may be damaged Check the data base file by selecting MENU _ Setup Media Settings Repair Img DB F the recording medium The external device is damaged Se Warning indicators pertaining to external device formatting The external device is damaged The external device is not formatted correctly Wi Warning indicator pertaining to camera shake warning 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 E Warning indicator pertaining to photo recording The recording media is full Photos cannot be recorded during processing Wait for a while then record amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 173 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Troubleshooting gt Self diagnosis display Warning indicators gt Warning Indicators Operation Search If messages appear on the screen follow the instructions Before use i Warning Indicators Getting started Recording i Cannot recognize the internal memory Format and use again HDR F Playback CX21 0 i a images with an external The internal recording medium of the camcorder is set differently from t
127. rted Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Setup gt CTRL FOR HDMI Control for HDMI CTRL FOR HDMI Control for HDMI When connecting your camcorder to a BRAVIA Sync compatible TV with a HDMI cable you can play back movies on your camcorder by aiming the TV s Remote Commander at the TV Details 1 Setup 2 Connection CTRL FOR HDMI 2 Select the desired item On Operates your camcorder using the TV s Remote Commander v Off Does not operate your camcorder using the TV s Remote Commander Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation amp Back to top 142 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Setup gt USB Connect Operation Search Before use USB Connect Getting started Select this item when USB Select does not appear on the LCD screen even when you connect the Recording camcorder to an external device with the USB Cable Playback 1 Setup Connection USB Connect Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions amp Back to top Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 143 Handycam User Guide Operation Search Before use
128. s and photos recorded in 4 3 mode Movies and photos recorded in 16 9 wide mode Movies and photos recorded in 4 3 mode 4 3 Select this to view your movies and photos on a 4 3 standard TV Notes Horizontal to vertical ratio of high definition image quality HD movies is 16 9 amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 140 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Setup gt HDMI Resolution Operation Search Before use HDMI Resolution Getting started Select the output image resolution when connecting your camcorder to a TV with an HDMI cable Recordin 4 MENU _ Setup Connection HDMI Resolution Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions 2 Select the desired item Contents list 1080p 480p Outputs high definition image quality HD movies with a 1080p signal and standard image quality STD movies with a 480p signal 1080i 480i Outputs high definition image quality HD movies with a 1080i signal and standard image quality STD movies with a 480i signal 720p 480p Outputs high definition image quality HD movies with a 720p signal and standard image quality STD movies with a 480p signal amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 141 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting sta
129. s with an external cassette device 1 Insert the recording medium in the recording device a disc recorder etc f your recording device has an input selector set it to the input mode Playback Customizing your camcorder l 2 Connect your camcorder to the recording device with the A V connecting cable Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list VIDEO B amo E AUDIO A A V Remote Connector B A V connecting cable Signal flow Connect your camcorder to the input jacks of the recording device 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 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 When you connect a monaural device connect the yellow plug of the A V connecting cable to the video input jack and the white left channel or the red right channel plug to the audio input jack on the device Related topics Copying date and time information Data Code Using 4 3 screen size display device TV Type amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 82 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before u
130. se Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Using menu items gt Setting up menu items Setting up menu items To find a menu item quickly When you cannot select a menu item The camcorder has various menu items under each of 6 menu categories Ly Shooting Mode Items for selecting a shooting mode E Camera Mic Items for customized shooting gH Image Quality Size Items for setting up image quality or size my Playback Function Items for playback Pii Edit Copy Items for editing images such as copy or protect Setup Other setup items 1 Select MENU 2 Select a category XO MEHU 3 Select your desired menu item El Notes Select to finish setting the menu or to return to the previous screen 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 83 By Weddin Setting Medes Sect Ink Memory E Paha irii Faita Repair img DE F A Sub category icons When you cannot select a menu item Grayed out menu items or settings are not available Your camcorder displays the reason why you cannot select the menu item or the instruction of under whi
131. se file may be damaged Check the data base file by selecting Setup Media Settings Repair Img DB F the recording medium HDR CX210 If it still appears delete the image with Fi Details No sound or only a quiet sound is heard during playback Turn up the volume Details When you record sound with Micref Level set to Low the recorded sound may be difficult to hear Details The demonstration movies cannot be played HDR CX210 Select the internal recording media for the recording media and the high definition image quality HD The demonstration movie was deleted 165 A movie is played back automatically HDR CX210 Movies play automatically as a demonstration movie when the filmed movie fulfills a certain condition on your camcorder This is not a malfunction Details amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 166 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Troubleshooting gt Troubleshooting gt Playing back images stored on memory card on other devices Playing back images stored on memory card on other devices Images cannot be played back or the memory card is not recognized The playback device does not support
132. splayed on the camcorder screen select Lok 2 Select Play without copying 3 Select Edit Copy Copy and then follow the instructions that appear on the LCD screen to save images Ifyou want to copy images that have not yet been copied select MENU _ Edit Copy Direct Copy while your camcorder is connected to the external media device amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 19 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Saving images with an external device gt Saving images on an external media device gt Playing back images in the external media device on the camcorder Operation Search Before use Playing back images in the external media device on the Getting started camcorder Recording WW To play back high definition image quality HD movies on your computer Playback Saving images with an external device Notes a For this operation you need the USB Adaptor Cable VMC UAM1 sold separately Customizing your camcorder Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord mains lead to the DC IN jack of your camcorder and Troubleshooting the wall outlet wall socket Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the external media device Maintenance and precautions 1 Connect your camcorder and the external media device using the USB Adaptor Cable sold Contents list separately A USB Adaptor Cable VMC UAM1 sold separately 2 Select Play wi
133. st Search Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Camera Mic gt Digital Zoom Digital Zoom You can select the maximum zoom level Note that the image quality decreases when you use the digital zoom 1 Camera Mic s Camera Settings Digital Zoom 2 Select the desired item Off Up to 25 zoom is performed 300 x Up to 300 zoom is performed digitally A The zooming zone appears when you select 300 gt Notes You can magnify images up to 30 times using optical zooming unless H SteadyShot is set to Active amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 102 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Camera Mic gt Auto Back Light Auto Back Light Your camcorder adjusts the exposure for backlit subjects automatically 4 MENU _ Camera Mic s Camera Settings Auto Back Light 2 Select the desired item On The exposure for backlit subjects is adjusted automatically vf Off Does not adjust the exposure for backlit subjects Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation amp Back to top 103 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started
134. st Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Edit Copy gt Protect Protect W To remove the protection of an event Protect movies and photos to avoid deleting them by mistake amp n will be displayed on the protected images 1 _ Edit Copy Protect 2 Select the desired setting Multiple Images or Set All In Event Multiple Images Select the type of image you want to protect add check marks W to the desired images and then select oK E A 1H 01 AMN TG m m E e pE Praten You can select multiple images Select the image with W so that the W mark disappears and you can remove the protection Set All In Event You can protect all images in the selected date at one time Select the date you want to protect using EJES and then select Lok Lok You cannot select multiple dates MAA UE ST 2 AMS x MAL 20 AN i TA i To remove the protection of an event You can remove the protection from all images in the selected date at one time In step 2 above select Remove All In Event select the date you want to remove the protection using 124 La JLE and then select LOK LoK amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 125 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting
135. t Preparing the recording media gt Selecting a recording medium HDR CX210 Selecting a recording medium HDR CX210 The recording media that can be used are displayed on the screen of your camcorder as following icons Default recording medium Alternative recording medium You can select a recording medium from the menu 1 Select Setup Media Settings Media Select the desired medium Notes You cannot select a different recording medium for movies and for photos Related topics Screen indicators during recording Expected recording time of movies amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 41 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Getting started gt Preparing the recording media gt Inserting a memory card Operation Search Before use Inserting a memory card Getting started l W Types of memory card you can use with your camcorder Recording W To eject the memory card Playback 1 Open the cover and insert the memory card until it clicks The Preparing image database file Please wait screen appears if you insert a new memory card Wait until the screen disappears Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list A Insert the card with the notched edge in the direction as illustrated B Access lamp f Types of memory card you can use with your cam
136. t the USB cable or the AC Adaptor Subject the camcorder or the DVDirect Express to mechanical shock or vibration Eject the memory card from the camcorder Disc creation time to copy movies to the limit of the disc is about 20 to 60 minutes It may take more time depending on the recording mode or the number of scenes amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 78 Handycam User Guide F F F F Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Search Top page gt Saving images with an external device gt Creating a disc with the DVD writer DVDirect Express gt Performing DISC BURN OPTION Performing DISC BURN OPTION You can create a standard definition image quality STD disc using the DVDirect Express sold separately Connect the DVDirect Express to the USB jack of your camcorder with the USB cable of the DVDirect Express 1 ao ga AON Insert an unused disc into the DVDirect Express and close the disc tray Select DISC BURN OPTION Select the recording media containing the movie s you want to save HDR CX210 Select the image quality of the disc you will create Add check marks to the images you want to copy and then select Lok Me ia AN TS A m m EA UE Fe Burn Opticon
137. tails amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 164 Handycam User Guide Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Search Top page gt Troubleshooting gt Troubleshooting gt Playback Playback Images cannot be played back Select the type of recording media you want to play back HDR CX210 Details Select the image quality of the movie you want to play back Details Images recorded on other devices may not be played back This is not a malfunction Photos cannot be played back Photos cannot be played back if you have modified files or folders or have edited the data on a computer The file name flashes in that case This is not a malfunction The movie freezes Photos which were recorded while recording a movie are played back In the default setting movies and photos are played back continuously is indicated on a thumbnail This may appear on an image recorded on other devices edited on a computer etc You removed the AC Adaptor or the battery pack while the recording media icon at the top right corner of the screen flashes or before the access lamp is turned off after recording This may damage your image data and is displayed is Indicated on a thumbnail The image data ba
138. take it to a warm place Leave the camcorder there for a while then turn on your camcorder The menu settings have been changed automatically While Intelligent Auto is active some menu settings related to image quality will be changed automatically The following menu items return to the default settings when you switch between movie recording and photo recording and playback modes Fader GSelf Timer Tele Macro The camcorder gets warm Your camcorder may become warm during operation This is not a malfunction Intelligent Auto is canceled The Intelligent Auto setting is canceled if you change the following settings White Balance Spot Meter Fcs HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 Spot Meter HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 Spot Focus HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 Exposure Focus Low Lux Scene Selection Tele Macro 157 H SteadyShot Auto Back Light Face Detection amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 158 Handycam User Guide Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Search Top page gt Troubleshooting gt Troubleshooting gt Batteries power sources Batteries power sources The power abruptly turns off Use the AC Adaptor
139. tenance and precautions While playing a movie Contents list Volume Delete Context To stop Previous To fast reverse Next To fast forward 1 2 B 9 While viewing photos To pause play Operating buttons while viewing photos will be changed depends on the setting of Switch Image Type Button Ah Movie photo default setting 53 1 Delete 2 Previous 3 Next 4 To play pause movies and photos in the order recorded acy photo 2 F3 101 0014 m 3 n 1 Delete 2 Context 3 Previous 4 Next 5 To start stop slide show As you repeat selecting e during playback movies are played as fast as about 5 times about 10 times about 30 times about 60 times Select at oe during pause to play movies slowly To repeat Slideshow select Slideshow Set i To play back images with other devices You may not be able to play back normally images recorded on your camcorder with other devices Also you may not be able to play back images recorded on other devices with your camcorder Standard definition image quality STD movies recorded on SD memory cards cannot be played on AV equipment of other manufacturers amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 54 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving ima
140. ter Getting started The shutter is released automatically when the camcorder detects a smile Recording If you do not want to take photos automatically select Off Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting A B Maintenance and precautions A The camcorder is detecting a face Contents list B The camcorder is detecting a smile orange 1 Camera Mic l Face Smile Shutter 2 Select the desired item Dual Capture wi Only during movie recording the shutter is released automatically wnen the camcorder detects a smile Always On The shutter is released when the camcorder detects a smile whenever the camcorder is in recording mode off lor Smiles are not detected so photos are not recorded automatically Notes When the recording mode is set to Highest Quality FX you cannot use the Smile Shutter function while recording movies Smiles may not be detected depending on recording conditions subject conditions and the setting of your camcorder Related topics Smile Sensitivity amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 105 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top p
141. tery pack Continuous recording time Typical recording time NP FV100 745 830 370 Each recording time is measured when the camcorder is recording high definition image quality HD movies with I REC Mode set to Standard HQ Typical recording time shows the time when you repeat recording start stop switching the MODE lamp and zooming Times measured when using the camcorder at 25 C 77 F 10 C to 30 C 50 F to 86 F is recommended The recording and playback time will be shorter when you use your camcorder in low temperatures The recording and playback time will be shorter depending on the conditions under which you use your camcorder i Playing time Approximate time available when you use a fully charged battery pack unit minute Battery pack amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 193 194 Handycam User Guide Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Search Top page gt Maintenance and precautions gt Recording time of movies number of recordable photos gt Expected recording time of movies Expected recording time of movies W Expected recording time of movies W Expected number of recordable photos W Bit rate and recording pixels i Expected recording
142. thout copying and select the image you want to view You can also view images on a TV connected to your camcorder When an external media device is connected will appear on the Event View screen To play back high definition image quality HD movies on your computer On the PlayMemories Home software select the drive that represents the external media device connected and then play movies amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 76 Handycam User Guide F F F F F F F Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Search Top page gt Saving images with an external device gt Saving images on an external media device gt Devices that cannot be used as an external media device Devices that cannot be used as an external media device You cannot use the following devices as an external media device media devices with a capacity exceeding 2 TB ordinary disc drive such as CD or DVD drive media devices connected via a USB hub media devices with built in USB hub card reader amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation TT Handycam User Guide Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder
143. time of movies Internal recording media HDR CX210 High definition image quality HD in h hour and min minute Recording mode Recording time zy 45 min FX Highest Quality FX 45 min High Quality Fay 1 1h 1 h 50 min HQ Standard HQ 1 h 20 min ee 3h 15 min me LP Long Time LP 2 h 35 min Standard definition image quality STD in h hour and min minute Recording mode Recording time IA 1h 55 min HQ Standard HQ 1h45 min You can record movies of a maximum of 3 999 scenes with high definition image quality HD and 9 999 scenes with standard definition image quality STD The maximum continuous recording time of movies is approximately 13 hours f you want to record up to the maximum recording time indicated in the table you need to delete the demonstration movie on your camcorder 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 Notes The number in is the minimum recordable time Memory card High definition image quality HD unit minute 195 manae fe fee a a aa T FX pp 25 60 l120 245 FH nia rh 25 60 120 245 a 25 50 105 215 440 Tp 45 90 185 380 770
144. time that the camcorder will take to delete data on the LCD screen If you stop performing Empty while Executing appears be sure to complete the operation by performing Format or Empty when you use the camcorder next time 131 amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 132 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Setup gt Repair Img DB F Operation Search Before use Repair Img DB F Getting started The camcorder may be able to repair the damaged database file using this menu item Recordin i 1 Setup Media Settings Repair Img DB F Playback waa Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions 2 Select the recording medium that you want to repair and then select LOK J Contents list amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 133 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Setup gt File Number Operation Search Before use File Number Getting started You can select the way to assign file number of photos Recordin 1 Setup Media Settings File Number Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions 2 Select the desired item Contents list Series
145. tination at Select this item when you want to use the camcorder with the area setting set to another place Related topics World time difference amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 155 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Troubleshooting gt If you have problems gt If you have problems If you have problems If you run into any problems using your camcorder follow the steps below 1 Check the items under Troubleshooting and inspect your camcorder Ifa code such as C orE O0 1 0 O appears on the screen see Self diagnosis display Warning indicators 2 Disconnect the power source attach the power source again after about 1 minute and turn the camcorder on 3 Press RESET using a pointed object and turn the camcorder on Details If you press RESET all settings including the clock setting are reset 4 Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility During repair we may check a minimum amount of data stored on the internal memory in order to investigate the problem However your Sony dealer will neither copy nor retain your data Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can
146. tion of the memory card If you forcibly insert the memory card in the wrong direction the memory card memory card slot or image data may be damaged When inserting or ejecting the memory card be careful so that the memory card does not pop out and drop amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 43 Handycam User Guide Operation Search Before use Getting started Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Search Top page gt Recording gt Recording gt Recording movies Recording movies To display items on the LCD screen W Screen indicators during recording W To record in mirror mode In the default setting movies and photos are recorded on the following media Movies are recorded with high definition image quality HD HDR CX190 CX200 PJ200 Memory card HDR CX210 Internal recording media 1 Open the lens cover To stop recording press START STOP again You can record photos during movie recording by pressing PHOTO Dual Capture 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 44 the camcorder on or switch between the movie recording and photo shooting modes To display the items again do as follows HDR CX190 Move the multi selector HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 Tou
147. to view the playback image on a TV it must be a NTSC system based TV with an AUDIO VIDEO input jack Bahama Islands Bolivia Canada Central America Chile Colombia Ecuador Guyana Jamaica Japan Korea Mexico Peru Surinam Taiwan the Philippines the USA Venezuela etc Australia Austria Belgium China Czech Republic Denmark Finland Germany Holland Hong Kong Hungary Italy Kuwait Malaysia New Zealand Norway Poland Portugal Singapore Slovak Republic Spain Sweden Switzerland Thailand United Kingdom etc PAL N Argentina Paraguay Uruguay SECAM Bulgaria France Guiana Iran Iraq Monaco Russia Ukraine etc Setting to the local time You can easily set the clock to the local time by setting a time difference when using your camcorder abroad Select MENU Setup Clock Settings Date amp Time Setting Daylight Savings or Summer Time and MENU Setup Clock Settings Area Setting Details Details World time difference Time zone differences Area setting GMT Lisbon London 02 00 Helsinki Cairo Istanbul 03 30 Tehran 000 Moscow Aa Dab Bak EC 0500 ier abe 0590 Seaan o Srn C ro roa 0600 Rone Ken Sngsor Beira e500 i Tone Seok oo oaae oon moo Metoune ss C Somenie 42 00 Fiji Wellington Eniwetok Kwajalein 08 00 Los Angeles Tijuana 07 00 06000 05000 04 00 03 30 03 00 0 02000 01 00 Denver Arizon
148. tting started standard definition image quality STD Highlight Movie Recording WW To play back a Highlight Movie Playback Saving images with an external You can convert the data format of Highlight Playback or Highlight Scenarios to standard definition device image quality STD and save them as a Highlight Movie Highlight movies can be used to create DVDs or be uploaded to the Web 1 Select Save and Share on the screen after Highlight Playback or Highlight Scenario playback has Troubleshooting finished 2 Select the desired operation when the item has been saved Customizing your camcorder Maintenance and precautions Bai Save ane rane Contents list Faved s bligh light Micra ell A B A Selecting Share allows you to upload the Highlight movie to the Web using the built in PlayMemories Home software or create DVDs using the DVDirect Express DVD writer Details Details B Your camcorder plays the Highlight Movie saved To play back a Highlight Movie 1 Select MENU _ Playback Function Highlight Movie and select the desired Highlight Movie To erase Highlight Movie select E while the Highlight Movie is playing amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 60 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Playback gt Using the built in projector gt Using the built in projector HDR PJ200 Operation Search Before use Using the
149. ugh a USB connection and the power of the camcorder is turned on do not close the LCD panel The image data that has been recorded may be lost i Notes on optional accessories 186 We recommend using genuine Sony accessories Genuine Sony accessories may not be available in some countries regions l LCD screen Do not apply excessive pressure on the LCD screen as it may cause uneven color and other damage f your camcorder is used in a cold place a residual image may appear on the LCD screen This is not a malfunction While using your camcorder the back of the LCD screen may heat up This is not a malfunction To clean the LCD screen f fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen dirty it is recommended that you use a soft cloth to clean it To clean the projector lens HDR PJ200 Wipe the lens gently with a soft cloth such as a cleaning cloth or glass cleaning cloth Stubborn stains may be removed with a soft cloth such as a cleaning cloth or glass cleaning cloth lightly dampened with water 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 handling the casing Ifthe casing is soiled clean the camcorder body with a soft cloth lightly moistened with water and then wipe the casing with a dry soft cloth Avoid the following to avoid damage to the finish Using chemicals
150. us using nearby subject or distant subject m appears when the focus cannot be adjusted any closer and ik appears when the focus cannot be adjusted farther away To adjust the focus It is easier to focus on the subject by moving the power zoom lever towards T telephoto to adjust the focus then towards W wide angle to adjust the zoom for recording When you want to record a subject at close range move the power zoom lever to W wide angle then adjust the focus On focal distance information Your camcorder displays the focal distance information for a few seconds when the focus mode is switched from automatic to manual or when you set the focus manually You can use this information as a guide when the subject is dark and focus adjustment is difficult Notes When you set Focus to Manual fF appears The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is 93 about 1 cm about 13 32 in for wide angle and about 80 cm about 31 1 2 in for telephoto amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 94 Handycam User Guide Search Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Camera Mic gt Low Lux Operation Search Before use Low Lux Getting started You can record bright color images even in dim light Recordin i 4 MENU _ Camera Mic Manual Settings Low Lux Playback waa Saving images with an external devic
151. xcessively white when subjects are lit by strong light i Beach 2 Takes the vivid blue of the ocean or a lake Snow 2 Takes bright pictures of a white landscape 1 Adjusted to focus on subjects farther away only 2 Adjusted not to focus on subjects a short distance away Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 97 amp Back to top Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Customizing your camcorder gt Camera Mic gt Fader H Fader You can record a transition with the following effects adding to the interval between scenes Select the desired effect in STBY to fading in or REC to fading out mode 1 Camera Mic T Camera Settings H Fader 2 Select the desired item Off Does not use an effect Ti White Fader 2 Fades in out with the white effect Out ai Black Fader Fades in out with the black effect Out ai N Notes When you press START STOP the setting is cleared amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 98 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshootin
152. y pack is a lithium ion battery pack that has functions for communicating information related to operating conditions between your camcorder and an AC Adaptor charger sold separately Troubleshooting The InfoLITHIUM battery pack calculates the power consumption according to the operating conditions of your camcorder and displays the remaining battery time in minutes Customizing your camcorder Maintenance and precautions OON a To charge the battery pack Contents list Be sure to charge the battery pack before you start using your camcorder We recommend that you charge the battery pack in an ambient temperature range of 10 C to 30 C 50 F to 86 F until the CHG charge lamp turns off If you charge the battery pack outside of this temperature range you may not be able to charge it efficiently To use the battery pack effectively Battery pack performance decreases when the ambient temperature is 10 C 50 F or below and the length of time you can use the battery pack becomes shorter In that case do one of the following to use the battery pack for a longer time Put the battery pack in a pocket to warm it up and install it on your camcorder right before you start taking shots Use a large capacity battery pack NP FV70 NP FV100 sold separately Frequent use of the LCD screen or a frequent playback fast forward or reverse operation wears out the battery pack faster W
153. zoom lever may also be recorded You cannot change the zoom speed with the aja button on the LCD screen HDR CX200 CX210 PJ200 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 Related topics Further zooming Digital Zoom amp Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 48 Handycam User Guide Search Operation Search Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page gt Recording gt Useful functions for recording images gt Intelligent Auto Intelligent Auto Your camcorder records movies after selecting the most suitable setting for the subjects or the situation automatically On is the default setting When the camcorder detects a subject the icons that correspond to the detected conditions are displayed 1 Select On at the right bottom of the recording screen of movies or photos Face detection The camcorder detects faces and adjusts the focus color and exposure ao Portrait amp Baby Scene detection The camcorder selects the most effective setting automatically depending on the scene Backlight Landscape 3 Night Scene a Spotlight i Low light 8B Macro

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