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"Handycam" User Guide

Top page
Operation Search

HDR-PJ780E/ PJ780VE/ PJ790/ PJ790E/ PJ790V/ PJ790VE

Before use

User Guide

Getting started

Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about the camcorder.

Recording
Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

"Handycam" User Guide

Top page > Operation Search
Operation Search

Operation Search

Before use

Operation Search

Getting started

Search by operation

Recording

Back to top
Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list
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Top page > Before use
Operation Search

Before use

How to use this User Guide

Getting started

How to use this User Guide

Recording

Model Information

Playback

Parts and controls/Screen indicators

Playing images on a TV

Parts and controls

Saving images with an external
device

Parts and controls (Wireless Remote Commander)

Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

Screen indicators
About language setting
About language setting
Back to top

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list
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Top page > Getting started
Operation Search

Getting started

Before use

Checking the supplied items

Getting started

Supplied items

Recording

Attaching the supplied accessories

Playback

Charging the battery pack

Playing images on a TV

Charging the battery pack using the AC Adaptor

Saving images with an external
device

Charging the battery pack using your computer

Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

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

Troubleshooting

Inserting a memory card

Maintenance and precautions

Contents list
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Top page > Recording
Operation Search

Recording

Before use

Recording

Getting started

Recording movies

Recording

Shooting photos

Playback

Screen indicators during recording

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function

Useful functions for recording images
Zooming
Capturing photos during movie recording (Dual Capture)
Recording in mirror mode
Intelligent Auto

Customizing your camcorder

Recording the selected subject clearly (Face Priority)

Troubleshooting

Recording movies in dim places (Video Light)

Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Recording in dark places (NightShot)
Controlling the image settings manually with the MANUAL dial
Recording information on your location (GPS)
Features available using GPS (Models with GPS)
Using the GPS function (Models with GPS)
Obtaining a map of the current location (triangulation priority mode) (Models with GPS)
Checking the triangulating status (Models with GPS)
Hints for better reception (Models with GPS)
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Top page > Playback
Operation Search

Playback

Before use

Playback

Getting started

Playing movies and photos from the Event View screen

Recording

Playing movies and photos from a map (Models with GPS)

Playback

Dividing a movie

Playing images on a TV

Capturing a photo from a movie

Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function

Highlight playback
Enjoying a digest of your movies (Highlight Playback)
Changing the settings for Highlight Playback
Saving Highlight Playback in high definition image quality (HD) (Scenario Save)

Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

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

Contents list

Using the projector for your computer or smartphone
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Top page > Playing images on a TV
Operation Search

Playing images on a TV

Before use

Playing images on a high definition TV

Getting started

Connecting the camcorder to a high definition TV

Recording

Playing images on a non-high-definition TV
Playback

Connecting the camcorder to a non-high-definition TV

Playing images on a TV

Setting the aspect ratio according to the connected TV (16:9/4:3)

Saving images with an external
device

When your TV is monaural (When your TV has only one audio input jack)

Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

Connecting the camcorder to a TV via a VCR
Playing images on a TV supporting 5.1ch surround sound
Enjoying 5.1ch surround sound
Playing images on a TV supporting “BRAVIA” Sync

Troubleshooting

Using “BRAVIA” Sync

Maintenance and precautions

Contents list
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Top page > Saving images with an external device
Operation Search

Saving images with an external device

Before use

Using the “PlayMemories Home” software

Getting started

Playing images on a computer

Recording

Checking the computer system

Playback

Installing the “PlayMemories Home” software in your computer

Playing images on a TV

Disconnecting your camcorder from the computer

Saving images with an external
device

The devices on which the created disc can be played back
Starting the “PlayMemories Home” software
Downloading the dedicated software for the camcorder

Using the Wi-Fi function

Saving images on an external media device

Customizing your camcorder

Saving images on an external media device easily

Troubleshooting

Saving the desired images in the camcorder to the external media device

Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

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 a recorder
Creating a standard definition image quality (STD) disc with a recorder
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Top page > Using the Wi-Fi function
Operation Search

Using the Wi-Fi function

Before use

Using the Wi-Fi function

Getting started

Using the Wi-Fi function

Recording

Attaching the wireless adaptor

Playback

What you can do with the Wi-Fi function

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

What you can do with the Wi-Fi function
Available menus with the wireless adaptor attached
Ctrl with Smartphone
Send to Smartphone
Send to Computer
WPS Push

Troubleshooting

Access point settings

Maintenance and precautions

Edit Device Name
Disp MAC Address

Contents list

SSID/PW Reset
Network Info Reset
Airplane Mode
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder
Operation Search

Customizing your camcorder

Before use

Using menu items

Getting started

Setting up menu items

Recording

Shooting Mode
Playback

Movie

Playing images on a TV

Photo

Saving images with an external
device

Smth Slw REC (Smooth slow rec)

Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

Golf Shot
Camera/Mic
White Balance
Spot Meter/Fcs (Spot meter/focus)

Troubleshooting

Spot Meter (Flexible spot meter)

Maintenance and precautions

Spot Focus
Exposure

Contents list

Focus
IRIS
Shutter Speed
AGC Limit
AE Shift
White Balance Shift
Low Lux
Scene Selection
Cinematone
Fader
Self-Timer
Tele Macro
SteadyShot (movie)
SteadyShot (photo)
Digital Zoom
Conversion Lens
Auto Back Light
Dial Setting
NIGHTSHOT Light
Face Detection
Smile Shutter
Smile Sensitivity
Flash
Flash Level
Red Eye Reduction
Closer Voice
Blt-in Zoom Mic
10

Auto Wind NR
Audio Mode
Audio Rec Level
My Button
Expanded Focus
Grid Line
Display Setting
Zebra
Peaking
Light Bright
Audio Level Display
Image Quality/Size
REC Mode
Frame Rate
HD/MP4/STD Setting
Wide Mode
x.v.Color
Image Size
Playback Function
Event View
Map View (HDR-PJ780VE/ PJ790V/ PJ790VE)
Highlight Movie
Scenario
Edit/Copy
Delete
Protect
Copy
Direct Copy
Setup
Media Select
Media Info
Format
Repair Img. DB F.
File Number
Data Code
Volume
Download Music (HDR-PJ790/ PJ790V)
Empty Music (HDR-PJ790/ PJ790V)
TV Type
HDMI Resolution
CTRL FOR HDMI (Control for HDMI)
USB Connect
USB Connect Setting
USB LUN Setting
Beep
LCD Brightness
Your Location (HDR-PJ780VE/ PJ790V/ PJ790VE)
Airplane Mode (HDR-PJ780VE/ PJ790V/ PJ790VE)
11

GPS Setting (HDR-PJ780VE/ PJ790V/ PJ790VE)
REC Lamp
Remote Ctrl
Language Setting
24p Mode (HDR-PJ780E/ PJ780VE/ PJ790E/ PJ790VE)
Calibration
Battery Info
Power Save
Initialize
Demo Mode
Date & Time Setting
Area Setting
Auto Clock ADJ (HDR-PJ780VE/ PJ790V/ PJ790VE)
Auto Area ADJ (HDR-PJ780VE/ PJ790V/ PJ790VE)
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Top page > Troubleshooting
Operation Search

Troubleshooting

Before use

If you have problems

Getting started

If you have problems

Recording

Troubleshooting
Playback

Overall operations/Wireless Remote Commander

Playing images on a TV

Batteries/power sources

Saving images with an external
device

LCD screen/viewfinder

Using the Wi-Fi function

Memory card
Recording
Playback

Customizing your camcorder

Editing movies/photos on your camcorder

Troubleshooting

Playback on the TV

Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Copying/Connecting to other devices
Connecting to a computer
Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators
Self-diagnosis display
Warning Indicators
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Top page > Maintenance and precautions
Operation Search

Maintenance and precautions

Before use

Maintenance and precautions

Getting started

About the AVCHD format

Recording

About GPS (Models with GPS)

Playback

About the memory card

Playing images on a TV

About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack

Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function

About handling of your camcorder
On use and care
On moisture condensation
On charging the pre-installed rechargeable battery

Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting

Notes on disposal/transfer the ownership of the camcorder
Recording time of movies/number of recordable photos

Maintenance and precautions

Charging time
Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack

Contents list

Expected recording time of movies
Expected number of recordable photos
Using your camcorder abroad
Using your camcorder abroad
On trademarks
On trademarks
License
Notes on the License
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Top page > Contents list
Operation Search

Contents list

Before use
Getting started

Operation Search

Recording

Operation Search
Search by operation

Playback

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function

Before use
How to use this User Guide
How to use this User Guide

Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting

Model Information
Parts and controls/Screen indicators

Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Parts and controls
Parts and controls (Wireless Remote Commander)
Screen indicators
About language setting
About language setting
Back to top

Getting started
Checking the supplied items
Supplied items
Attaching the supplied accessories
Charging the battery pack
Charging the battery pack using the AC Adaptor
Charging the battery pack using your computer
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
Inserting a memory card
Back to top

Recording
Recording
Recording movies
Shooting photos
Screen indicators during recording
15

Useful functions for recording images
Zooming
Capturing photos during movie recording (Dual Capture)
Recording in mirror mode
Intelligent Auto
Recording the selected subject clearly (Face Priority)
Recording movies in dim places (Video Light)
Recording in dark places (NightShot)
Controlling the image settings manually with the MANUAL dial
Recording information on your location (GPS)
Features available using GPS (Models with GPS)
Using the GPS function (Models with GPS)
Obtaining a map of the current location (triangulation priority mode) (Models with GPS)
Checking the triangulating status (Models with GPS)
Hints for better reception (Models with GPS)
Back to top

Playback
Playback
Playing movies and photos from the Event View screen
Playing movies and photos from a map (Models with GPS)
Dividing a movie
Capturing a photo from a movie
Highlight playback
Enjoying a digest of your movies (Highlight Playback)
Changing the settings for 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
Using the projector for your computer or smartphone
Back to top

Playing images on a TV
Playing images on a high definition TV
Connecting the camcorder to a high definition TV
Playing images on a non-high-definition TV
Connecting the camcorder to a non-high-definition TV
Setting the aspect ratio according to the connected TV (16:9/4:3)
When your TV is monaural (When your TV has only one audio input jack)
Connecting the camcorder to a TV via a VCR
Playing images on a TV supporting 5.1ch surround sound
Enjoying 5.1ch surround sound
Playing images on a TV supporting “BRAVIA” Sync
Using “BRAVIA” Sync
16

Saving images with an external device
Using the “PlayMemories Home” software
Playing images on a computer
Checking the computer system
Installing the “PlayMemories Home” software in your computer
Disconnecting your camcorder from the computer
The devices on which the created disc can be played back
Starting the “PlayMemories Home” software
Downloading the dedicated software for the camcorder
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 a recorder
Creating a standard definition image quality (STD) disc with a recorder
Back to top

Using the Wi-Fi function
Using the Wi-Fi function
Using the Wi-Fi function
Attaching the wireless adaptor
What you can do with the Wi-Fi function
What you can do with the Wi-Fi function
Available menus with the wireless adaptor attached
Ctrl with Smartphone
Send to Smartphone
Send to Computer
WPS Push
Access point settings
Edit Device Name
Disp MAC Address
SSID/PW Reset
Network Info Reset
Airplane Mode
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Back to top

Customizing your camcorder
Using menu items
Setting up menu items
Shooting Mode
17

Movie
Photo
Smth Slw REC (Smooth slow rec)
Golf Shot
Camera/Mic
White Balance
Spot Meter/Fcs (Spot meter/focus)
Spot Meter (Flexible spot meter)
Spot Focus
Exposure
Focus
IRIS
Shutter Speed
AGC Limit
AE Shift
White Balance Shift
Low Lux
Scene Selection
Cinematone
Fader
Self-Timer
Tele Macro
SteadyShot (movie)
SteadyShot (photo)
Digital Zoom
Conversion Lens
Auto Back Light
Dial Setting
NIGHTSHOT Light
Face Detection
Smile Shutter
Smile Sensitivity
Flash
Flash Level
Red Eye Reduction
Closer Voice
Blt-in Zoom Mic
Auto Wind NR
Audio Mode
Audio Rec Level
My Button
Expanded Focus
Grid Line
Display Setting
Zebra
Peaking
Light Bright
Audio Level Display
Image Quality/Size

REC Mode
Frame Rate
HD/MP4/STD Setting
Wide Mode
x.v.Color
Image Size
Playback Function
Event View
Map View (HDR-PJ780VE/ PJ790V/ PJ790VE)
Highlight Movie
Scenario
Edit/Copy
Delete
Protect
Copy
Direct Copy
Setup
Media Select
Media Info
Format
Repair Img. DB F.
File Number
Data Code
Volume
Download Music (HDR-PJ790/ PJ790V)
Empty Music (HDR-PJ790/ PJ790V)
TV Type
HDMI Resolution
CTRL FOR HDMI (Control for HDMI)
USB Connect
USB Connect Setting
USB LUN Setting
Beep
LCD Brightness
Your Location (HDR-PJ780VE/ PJ790V/ PJ790VE)
Airplane Mode (HDR-PJ780VE/ PJ790V/ PJ790VE)
GPS Setting (HDR-PJ780VE/ PJ790V/ PJ790VE)
REC Lamp
Remote Ctrl
Language Setting
24p Mode (HDR-PJ780E/ PJ780VE/ PJ790E/ PJ790VE)
Calibration
Battery Info
Power Save
Initialize
Demo Mode
Date & Time Setting
Area Setting
19

Auto Clock ADJ (HDR-PJ780VE/ PJ790V/ PJ790VE)
Auto Area ADJ (HDR-PJ780VE/ PJ790V/ PJ790VE)
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Troubleshooting
If you have problems
If you have problems
Troubleshooting
Overall operations/Wireless Remote Commander
Batteries/power sources
LCD screen/viewfinder
Memory card
Recording
Playback
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
Back to top

Maintenance and precautions
Maintenance and precautions
About the AVCHD format
About GPS (Models with GPS)
About the memory card
About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack
About handling of your camcorder
On use and care
On moisture condensation
On charging the pre-installed rechargeable battery
Notes on disposal/transfer the ownership 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
Expected number of recordable photos
Using your camcorder abroad
Using your camcorder abroad
On trademarks
On trademarks
License
Notes on the License
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Top page > Operation Search > Operation Search > Search by operation
Operation Search

Search by operation

Before use
Getting started

Setting the date and time
Recording

Date & Time Setting
Area Setting
Auto Clock ADJ (HDR-PJ780VE/ PJ790V/ PJ790VE)

Playback
Playing images on a TV

Identifying part names
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Parts and controls

Displaying the data code
Data Code

Checking your golf swing
Golf Shot
Smth Slw REC (Smooth slow rec)

Selecting the suitable setting automatically for the recording situation
Intelligent Auto

Recording people clearly
Face Detection
Recording the selected subject clearly (Face Priority)
Smile Shutter
Scene Selection (Portrait)
Scene Selection (Spotlight)
Scene Selection (Night Portrait)
Closer Voice

Recording images with the selected image quality
REC Mode
Frame Rate
HD/MP4/STD Setting
Wide Mode
Image Size

Recording images without blurring
SteadyShot (movie)
SteadyShot (photo)

Adjusting the focus
Spot Focus
Tracking focus: Recording the selected subject clearly (Face Priority)
Focus

Using the GPS function
GPS Setting (HDR-PJ780VE/ PJ790V/ PJ790VE)
Your Location (HDR-PJ780VE/ PJ790V/ PJ790VE)

Recording movies in a dim place
Recording in dark places (NightShot)
22

Low Lux
Scene Selection (Night Portrait)
Scene Selection (Night Scene)
Recording movies in dim places (Video Light)
Flash

Recording sound clearly
Closer Voice
Auto Wind NR
Audio Mode
Blt-in Zoom Mic
Audio Rec Level

Capturing photos during movie recording
Recording high quality photos during movie recording (Dual capture): Recording movies
Smile Shutter

Recording sunset or fireworks beautifully
Scene Selection (Fireworks)
Scene Selection (Sunrise&Sunset)

Selecting a recording medium
Media Select

Saving battery power
Power Save

Recording images manually to achieve the effect you want
Controlling the image settings manually with the MANUAL dial
Dial Setting

Playing movies and photos from an event
Event View

Playing movies and photos from a map
Map View (HDR-PJ780VE/ PJ790V/ PJ790VE)

Enjoying a digest of your movies
Enjoying a digest of your movies (Highlight Playback)

Using the built-in projector
Using the built-in projector

Playing images on a 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 standard definition image quality (STD) disc with a recorder
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Top page > Before use > How to use this User Guide > How to use this User Guide
Operation Search

How to use this User Guide

Before use
Getting started

Selecting a topic to display

Recording

Searching a topic by keyword
Returning to a previous page

Playback

Printing out a page
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device

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.

Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting

Selecting a topic to display
The following illustrations take Internet Explorer 7 as an example.

Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

1. Click a title in the side bar on the left of the browser window.
A list of topic titles appears in the right pane.
2. Click a topic title in the list.

Descriptions appear in the right pane.

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.

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 (
Operate the camcorder in the order indicated.

) (A).

Icons in the operating procedure sentences appear when the camcorder is in its default settings.
The default setting is indicated by .
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Top page > Before use > How to use this User Guide > Model Information
Operation Search

Model Information

Before use
Getting started
Recording
Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function

In this User Guide, the differences in the specifications for each model are described together.
If you find the description “Models with ... ” like below, confirm in this chapter whether the description
applies to your camcorder.
(Models with GPS)
(Models with the NTSC color system)

To confirm the model name of your camcorder
See the bottom of your camcorder.

Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

A: Model name (HDR-xxx)

Differences in functions

Model name

Signal format USB connection GPS

HDR-PJ780E

PAL

Output only

HDR-PJ780VE/ PJ790VE PAL

Output only

HDR-PJ790

NTSC

Input/Output

HDR-PJ790E

PAL

Output only

HDR-PJ790V

NTSC

Input/Output

Notes
For the following items, the descriptions are explained with the model name.
Parts and controls [Details]
Menu items
Expected recording time of movies [Details]
Expected number of recordable photos [Details]
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Top page > Before use > Parts and controls/Screen indicators > Parts and controls
Operation Search

Parts and controls

Before use
Getting started
Recording
Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

Multi interface shoe
Contents list
For details on compatible accessories of the Multi interface shoe, visit the Sony web site in your
area, or consult your Sony dealer or localauthorized Sony service facility.
Operations with other manufacture’s accessories are not guaranteed.
Flash/Video light
Lens (Carl Zeiss lens)
Remote sensor/Infrared port
Camera recording lamp
The camera recording lamp lights up in red during recording. The lamp flashes when the remaining
recording media capacity or battery power is low.
Built-in microphone
MANUAL button
MANUAL dial

LCD screen/Touch panel
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.
Speakers
PROJECTOR FOCUS lever
Projector lens
GPS antenna (HDR-PJ780VE/ PJ790V/ PJ790VE)
A GPS antenna is located in the LCD panel.

LIGHT (Video Light) button
NIGHTSHOT button
POWER button
Memory card access lamp
While the lamp is lit or flashing, the camcorder is reading or writing data.
Memory card slot
(View Images) button
PROJECTOR button
(Movie)/

(Photo) lamp

MODE button
PROJECTOR IN jack
RESET button
Press RESET using a pointed object.
Press RESET to initialize all the settings including the clock setting.
HDMI OUT jack

Power zoom lever
PHOTO button
Eyecup
Viewfinder
START/STOP button
Battery pack
DC IN jack
Viewfinder lens adjustment lever
CHG (charge) lamp
(microphone) jack (PLUG IN POWER)
(headphones) jack
Grip belt
Loop for a shoulder belt
Built-in USB Cable
Multi/Micro USB Terminal
Supports Micro USB compatible devices.
Tripod receptacle
Attach a tripod (sold separately: the length of the screw must be less than 5.5 mm (7/32 in.)).
Depending on the specifications of the tripod, your camcorder may not attach in the proper
direction.
BATT (battery) release lever

To fasten the grip belt

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Commander)
Operation Search
Before use

Parts and controls (Wireless Remote Commander)

Getting started
Recording

Using the wireless remote commander is helpful when projecting recorded images from your camcorder.

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

DATA CODE button
Displays the date and time, camera setting data, or coordinates (HDR-PJ780VE/ PJ790V/
PJ790VE) of the recorded images when you press this button during playback.
PHOTO button
Records as a still image the image that is displayed on the screen when this button is pressed.
SCAN/SLOW buttons
/

(Previous/Next) buttons

PLAY button
STOP button
DISPLAY button
Transmitter
START/STOP button
Power zoom buttons
PAUSE button
VISUAL INDEX button
Displays an Index screen during playback.
/

/ENTER buttons

Displays a light blue frame on the LCD screen when you press any of these buttons. Select a desired
/
/
/
, then press ENTER to enter.
button or an item with
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Screen indicators

Before use
Getting started

The following indicators appear when you change the settings.
Check also for the indicators that appear during recording or playing.

Recording
Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Indicator

Meaning
MENU button
Self-timer recording
GPS triangulation status
[Airplane Mode] set to [On]
Video light
Wide Mode
Fader
[Face Detection] set to [Off]
[Smile Shutter] set to [Off]
Manual focus
Scene Selection
White Balance
SteadyShot off
White Balance Shift
Tele Macro
x.v.Color
Conversion Lens
Zebra
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Peaking
Cinematone
Destination
Intelligent Auto (face detection/scene detection/camera-shake
detection/sound detection)

Indicator

Meaning
Slideshow Set
NightShot
Warning
Playback mode

Indicator
60i
720
60min

Meaning
Recording image quality (HD/MP4/STD), frame rate (60p/50p/60i/50i/24p/25p), recording
mode (PS/FX/FH/HQ/LP) and movie size
Remaining battery
Recording/playback/editing media

0:00:00

Counter (hour:minute:second)

00min

Estimated remaining recording time

9999
24.1M

Approximate number of recordable photos and photo size
Playback folder of the memory card

100/112

Current playing movie or photo/Number of total recorded movies or photos
Connection to the external media device

Indicator

Meaning
Audio Rec Level
[Auto Wind NR] set to [Off]
[Closer Voice] set to [Off]
Blt-in Zoom Mic
Audio Mode
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Low Lux
AGC Limit
Spot Meter/Fcs/Spot Meter/Exposure
EV

AE Shift
Shutter Speed
IRIS
Intelligent Auto
101-0005

Data file name
Protect
Flash/Flash Level/Red Eye Reduction

Indicators and their positions are approximate and may differ from what you actually see.
Some indicators may not appear, depending on your camcorder model.
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About language setting

Before use
Getting started

Change the screen language before using the camcorder if necessary. The on-screen displays in each
local language are used for illustrating the operating procedures. [Details]

Recording

Select

Playback

[Setup]

[

General Settings]

[Language Setting]

a desired language.
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device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
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Top page > Getting started > Checking the supplied items > Supplied items
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Supplied items

Before use
Getting started

The numbers in ( ) indicate the supplied quantity.

Recording
Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Camcorder (1)
AC Adaptor (1)
Power cord (mains lead) (1)
HDMI 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.

Lens hood (1)
Step Down Ring (1)
Wireless Remote Commander (1)
Wind screen (1)
Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV50 (1)
“Operating Guide” (1)

Notes
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The “PlayMemories Home” software and “PlayMemories Home Help Guide” can be downloaded
from the Sony website. [Details]
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Top page > Getting started > Checking the supplied items > Attaching the supplied accessories
Operation Search

Attaching the supplied accessories

Before use
Getting started

To attach the lens hood

Recording
Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

A: Securing ring
Align the lens hood with the camcorder properly (
direction of the arrow (

), then turn the securing ring of the lens hood in the

When attaching the lens hood, align the opening section of the lens hood with the flash-emitting
section of the camcorder properly.
To remove the lens hood, turn the securing ring of the lens hood in the opposite direction from that of
the arrow.
Remove the lens hood when you record movies using the NightShot function. If you do not do so, the
shadow of the lens hood will be reflected and recorded in your movies.
Remove the lens hood when you operate the camcorder with the supplied remote commander.

To attach the Step Down Ring

Align the Step Down Ring with the camcorder properly (
the Step Down Ring is locked in place (

), then turn it in the direction of the arrow until

You can change the filter diameter to 37 mm (1 1/2 in.) by attaching the Step Down Ring, allowing
you to use the recommended conversion lens.
You cannot attach the wide end conversion lens/filter, if the Step Down Ring is attached.
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To remove Step Down Ring, turn it in the opposite direction from that of the arrow.

To attach the wind screen

The wind screen can reduce wind noise in windy conditions.
Insert the front side of the built-in microphone into the hole at the bottom of the wind screen (
pull the tag on the windscreen backwards until the wind screen covers the built-in microphone (

), then
).

When the lens hood is attached, it may be difficult to attach the wind screen.
Pull the tag upward to remove the wind screen.
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Top page > Getting started > Charging the battery pack > Charging the battery pack using the AC
Adaptor
Operation Search
Before use

Charging the battery pack using the AC Adaptor

Getting started
Recording

1. Turn off your camcorder by closing the LCD screen, and attach the battery pack (

Playback
Playing images on a TV

). (Be sure to

store the viewfinder first.)
Align the indentation on the camcorder and projection on the battery pack, then slide the battery
pack upwards.

Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

2. Connect the AC Adaptor (

) to your camcorder and the

wall outlet (wall socket) (

A: Align the

) and the power cord (mains lead) (

mark on the DC plug (

) with that of DC IN jack (

) lamp turns on.

The CHG (charge) (

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.
When attaching a video light (sold separately), it is recommended that you use an NP-FV70 or NPFV100 battery pack.
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You cannot use the NP-FV30 “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack with the camcorder.
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 ([Power Save]).

Charging time
Approximate time (min.) required to fully charge a fully discharged battery pack.

Battery pack

AC Adaptor

NP-FV50 (supplied) 155
NP-FV70

195

NP-FV100

390

The charging times shown in the table above are measured when charging the camcorder at a room
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).

To remove the battery pack
Close the LCD screen. Slide the BATT (battery) release lever (

) and remove the battery pack (

To use your camcorder continuously for a long time
Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to your camcorder and the wall outlet (wall
socket). [Details]
By using the AC Adaptor, you can use your camcorder without worrying about the battery running out of
charge.

Notes on the AC Adaptor
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, while holding both the camcorder and the DC plug.

Related topics
Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack
Remaining battery indicator: Screen indicators
Using your camcorder abroad
[Power Save]
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Top page > Getting started > Charging the battery pack > Charging the battery pack using your
computer
Operation Search
Before use

Charging the battery pack using your computer

Getting started
Recording

1. Turn off your camcorder and connect the camcorder to a running computer using the Built-in USB
).
Cable (

Playback

: To the wall outlet (wall socket)

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

The CHG (charge) lamp turns on.
The CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery pack is fully charged. Disconnect Built-in USB
Cable from your computer.

To charge the battery using an AC-UD10 USB charger/AC Adaptor (sold
separately)
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 ACUP100 portable power supply device (sold separately) to charge the camcorder.

Charging time
Approximate time (min.) required to fully charge a fully discharged battery pack.

Battery pack

Built-in USB Cable* (when using your computer)

NP-FV50 (supplied) 280
NP-FV70

545

NP-FV100

1,000

To remove the battery pack
Close the LCD screen. Slide the BATT (battery) release lever (

) and remove the battery pack (

Related topics
Charging the battery pack using the AC Adaptor
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Top page > Getting started > Turning the power on, and setting the date and time > 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

1. Open the LCD screen of your camcorder and turn the power on.
You can also turn on the camcorder by pressing POWER.

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

2. Select the desired language, then select [Next].
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Touch the button on the LCD screen.
3. Select the desired geographical area with

, then select [Next].

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.
When you select the date and time, select one of the items and adjust the value with
, the date and time setting operation is complete.

When you select

To change the language setting
You can change the on-screen displays to show messages in a specified language.
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Select

[Setup]

[

General Settings]

[Language Setting]

a desired language.

To turn off the power
Close the LCD screen or press the POWER button.
If the viewfinder is pulled out, retract the viewfinder as shown in the illustration below.

On turning the camcorder on or off using the LCD screen or the viewfinder
The power of the camcorder is turned on or off depending on the status of the LCD screen or the
viewfinder.

Status
LCD screen Viewfinder
Open

Closed

Power of the camcorder

Retracted

Pulled out

Retracted

Off

Pulled out

Notes
Even if the LCD screen is closed, if the viewfinder is pulled out, the camcorder is not turned off.
When you turn off the power of the camcorder, make sure that the viewfinder is retracted to the
original position.

When you make recording with the viewfinder only
Pull out the viewfinder (

) and close the LCD panel and then adjust the angle you want (

). If the

indicator on the viewfinder appears blurred, adjust the appearance using the viewfinder lens adjustment
lever located on the above of the viewfinder.

To adjust the angle of the LCD screen
First open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (

), and then adjust the angle (

Notes
The recording date and time 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

[Setup]

[

Playback Settings]

[Data Code]

[Date/Time].
Once the clock is set, the clock time is automatically adjusted with [Auto Clock ADJ ] and [Auto
Area ADJ] set to [On]. The clock may not automatically adjust to the correct time, depending on the
country/region selected for your camcorder. In this case, set [Auto Clock ADJ ] and [Auto Area
ADJ] to [Off] (models with GPS).

Related topics
Information on your camcorder model: Model Information
To set the date and time again: [Date & Time Setting]
To calibrate the touch panel: [Calibration]
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Top page > Getting started > Preparing the recording media > Selecting a recording medium
Operation Search

Selecting a recording medium

Before use
Getting started

The recording media that can be used are displayed on the screen of your camcorder as following icons.

Recording
Playback

Default recording medium Alternative recording medium

Playing images on a TV

Internal memory

Memory card

Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

Notes
You cannot select a different recording medium for movies and for photos.

Troubleshooting
You can select a recording medium from the menu.
Maintenance and precautions

1. Select

[Setup]

[

Media Settings]

[Media Select]

the desired medium.

Contents list

Related topics
Screen indicators during recording
Expected recording time of movies
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Inserting a memory card

Before use
Getting started

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.

Recording
Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

A: Access lamp
B: Insert the card with the notched corner in the direction as illustrated.

Types of memory card you can use with your camcorder

SD Speed
Class
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media
(Mark2)
“Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo”
media

Capacity (operation
verified)

Up to 32 GB
—

Described in this
manual

“Memory Stick PRO Duo”
media

“Memory Stick XC-HG Duo”
media
SD memory card
Class 4 or
faster

SDHC memory card

Up to 64 GB
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 the “Memory Stick XC-HG Duo” media and 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.
* The exFAT is a file system that is used for the “Memory Stick XC-HG Duo” media and SDXC memory cards.

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 a new Image Database File. It may be possible that there is not enough free
space.] is displayed, format the memory card. [Details]
Confirm the direction 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.

Related topics
Recording/playback/editing media: Screen indicators during recording
Expected recording time of movies
Expected number of recordable photos
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Top page > Recording > Recording > Recording movies
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Recording movies

Before use
Getting started

In the default setting, movies and photos are recorded on the internal memory. Movies are recorded with
high definition image quality (HD).

Recording

1. Open the LCD screen.

Playback

2. Press START/STOP to start recording.
Playing images on a TV
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device
Using the Wi-Fi function
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Maintenance and precautions
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To stop recording, press START/STOP again.

To display items on the LCD screen
Items on the LCD screen disappear if you do not operate the camcorder for a few seconds after you turn
the camcorder on or switch between the movie recording and photo shooting modes.
Touch anywhere except the buttons on the LCD screen to display information on icons with functions
convenient for recording.
Notes
If you close the LCD screen while recording movies, the camcorder stops recording (only when the
viewfinder is retracted).
The maximum continuous recordable time of movies is about 13 hours.
When a movie file exceeds 2 GB, the next movie file is created automatically.
The flash does not work while the
(Movie) lamp is lit.
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
You may not be able to shoot photos depending on the setting in [ REC Mode] and [ Frame
Rate].
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 [Grid Line] set to [On] and using the outer frame of [Grid Line] as a guide.

Related topics
Expected recording time of movies
[Media Select]
To display items on the LCD screen all the time: [Display Setting]
Recordable time, remaining capacity: [Media Info]
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Top page > Recording > Recording > Shooting photos
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Shooting photos

Before use
Getting started

In the default setting, photos are recorded on the internal memory.

Recording

(Photo) lamp.
1. Open the LCD screen and press MODE to turn on the
You can also switch the shooting mode by selecting [MODE] on the LCD screen.

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

2. Press PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus, then press it fully.

Contents list

When the focus is adjusted properly, AE/AF lock indicator appears on the LCD screen.

Related topics
Screen indicators during recording
Zooming
[Flash]
To change the image size: [Image Size]
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Top page > Recording > Recording > Screen indicators during recording
Operation Search

Screen indicators during recording

Before use
Getting started

Described here are icons for both movie recording and photo recording modes.

Recording
Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting

Zoom button (W: Wide/T: Telephoto), START/STOP button (in movie recording mode),

Maintenance and precautions

PHOTO button (in photo recording mode)

Contents list

MENU button
Status detected by Intelligent Auto
Recording status ([STBY]/[REC])
AE/AF (automatic exposure/automatic focus) lock
GPS triangulating status (models with GPS)
Tracking focus
Zoom, Remaining battery
Counter (hour: minute: second), Capturing a photo, Recording/playback/editing media
Estimated recording remaining time, Recording image quality, Frame rate, Recording mode
(HD/STD), Movie size (MP4)
Approximate number of recordable photos, Aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3), Photo size (L/M/S)
Tracking focus cancel button
[MODE] (Shooting Mode) button
Intelligent Auto button
Audio mode, Audio Level Display
View Images button
My Button (you can assign your favorite functions to icons displayed in this area)

Related topics
Information on your camcorder model: Model Information
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Zooming

Before use
Getting started

1. Move the power zoom lever to magnify or reduce the size of the image.

Recording
Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

W: Wider range of view (Wide angle)
T: Close view (Telephoto)
You can magnify images up to 17 times (Extended Zoom) the original size with the power zoom
lever.
Move the power zoom lever slightly for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom.
Notes
Be sure to keep your finger on the power zoom lever. If you move your finger off the power zoom
lever, the operation sound of the power zoom lever may also be recorded.
You cannot change the zoom speed with the
/
button on the LCD screen.
The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is
about 1 cm (about 13/32 in.) for wide angle and about 80 cm (about 31 1/2 in.) for telephoto.
You can magnify images up to 10 times using optical zooming in the following cases:
When [ SteadyShot] is set to other than [Active].
(Photo) lamp is lit.
When the

Related topics
Further zooming: [Digital Zoom]
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Top page > Recording > Useful functions for recording images > Capturing photos during movie
recording (Dual Capture)
Operation Search
Before use

Capturing photos during movie recording (Dual Capture)

Getting started
Recording

1. Press PHOTO during movie recording to capture still photos.

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Notes

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

is displayed.
You cannot use the Dual Capture function when
You may not be able to shoot photos depending on the setting in [
Rate].
The flash does not work when you use the Dual Capture function.

REC Mode] and [

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Operation Search

Recording in mirror mode

Before use
Getting started

1. Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (

), then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side

Recording

(

Playback

A mirror-image of the subject appears on the LCD screen, but the image will be normal when
recorded.

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

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Top page > Recording > Useful functions for recording images > Intelligent Auto
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Intelligent Auto

Before use
Getting started

Your camcorder records movies after selecting the most suitable setting for the subjects or the situation
automatically. ([On] is the default setting.)

Recording

1. Select

Playback

[On]

at the right bottom of the recording screen of movies or photos.

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
2. Point the camcorder toward the subject and start recording.
The icons that correspond to the conditions detected are displayed.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Face detection:
Scene detection:

(Portrait),

(Baby)

(Backlight),

(Landscape),

(Night Scene),

(Spotlight),

(Low light),

(Macro)
Camera-shake detection:
Sound detection:

(Walk),

(Tripod)

(Auto Wind NR)

To cancel the Intelligent Auto function, select

[Off].

Notes
The camcorder may not detect the expected scene or subject, depending on the recording
conditions.

Related topics
[Low Lux]
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Top page > Recording > Useful functions for recording images > Recording the selected subject clearly
(Face Priority)
Operation Search
Before use

Recording the selected subject clearly (Face Priority)

Getting started
Recording

Your camcorder can track a face you select and adjust the focus, exposure, and skin tone of the face
automatically.

Playback

1. Touch one of the faces targeted.

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

A: The double-lined frame is displayed.
B: You can release the selection.

Contents list
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 [Off] ([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.

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Top page > Recording > Useful functions for recording images > Recording movies in dim places (Video
Light)
Operation Search
Before use

Recording movies in dim places (Video Light)

Getting started
Recording

1. Press LIGHT.

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

A: Flash/Video light
Each time you press the LIGHT button, the setting changes as follows.
Auto (
)
On (
)
...
Off (no indicator)
Notes
Keep a distance of about 0.3 m to 1.5 m (1 foot to 5 feet) between the camcorder and the subject.
The video light generates strong light. Do not use the video light directly in front of the eyes at close
range.
The battery drains quickly while using the video light.
When you shoot photos, the video light turns off and will work as a flash.

Related topics
[Light Bright]
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Top page > Recording > Useful functions for recording images > Recording in dark places (NightShot)
Operation Search

Recording in dark places (NightShot)

Before use
Getting started

You can record images even in total darkness.

Recording

1. Press NIGHTSHOT.

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list
A: Infrared port
appears on the LCD screen.
To cancel the NightShot function, press NIGHTSHOT again.
Notes
Using NightShot in bright places will cause a malfunction of your camcorder.
Do not cover the infrared port. Infrared rays are required when using NightShot.
When recording movies using the NightShot function, remove the lens hood, the Step Down Ring
(supplied), and the conversion lens (sold separately).

Related topics
Adjusting focus: [Focus]
Recording color images in dim light: [Low Lux]
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Top page > Recording > Useful functions for recording images > Controlling the image settings
manually with the MANUAL dial
Operation Search
Before use

Controlling the image settings manually with the MANUAL dial

Getting started
Recording

It is convenient to make manual adjustments using the MANUAL dial, by assigning a menu item ([Focus]
in the default setting) to the MANUAL dial.

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

A: MANUAL button
B: MANUAL dial
1. Press MANUAL to switch to manual operation mode.
Pressing MANUAL switches the operation mode between manual and automatic.
2. Rotate the dial to make the adjustment.

Items you can control with the MANUAL dial
[Focus]
[Exposure]
[IRIS]
[Shutter Speed]
[AE Shift]
[White Balance Shift]

To assign the menu item to the MANUAL dial
Press and hold MANUAL down for a few seconds.
Rotate the MANUAL dial and select the item to be assigned.

Select [RESET] to reset the items adjusted manually to the default settings.
Press MANUAL.
The camera data that appears on the LCD screen will differ, depending on the recording settings
of the camcorder. The settings will be displayed with the following icons.
: Automatic
: Exposure is set manually.
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: IRIS priority
: Shutter speed priority
Notes
Manual settings will be retained even if you change the assigned item of the MANUAL dial.
However, if you set [Exposure] after setting [AE Shift] manually, [Exposure] will override [AE Shift].
If you set either one of [Exposure], [IRIS], or [Shutter Speed], the settings of other 2 items are
canceled.

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Checking the camera data: [Data Code]
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Top page > Recording > Recording information on your location (GPS) > Features available using GPS
(Models with GPS)
Operation Search
Before use

Features available using GPS (Models with GPS)

Getting started
Recording

The following features are available if you use the GPS (Global Positioning System) function.
Recording location information on movies or photos ([On] is the default setting.)

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Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
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Maintenance and precautions

Playing movies and photos by searching for them from a map (Map View)
Contents list

Displaying a map of your current location

GPS triangulating status

A: Number of dots changes while the camcorder is searching for the satellites.
B: Triangulating meters appear when the satellites are found.

When the camcorder cannot triangulate
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A: The camcorder does not have location information.
B: The camcorder displays the location information that was previously obtained.

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Top page > Recording > Recording information on your location (GPS) > Using the GPS function
(Models with GPS)
Operation Search
Before use

Using the GPS function (Models with GPS)

Getting started
Recording

You can use the GPS function by selecting

Playback

Setting]

[Setup]

[

General Settings]

[GPS

[On] (the default setting).

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device

If you do not want to record location information
Select

[Setup]

[

General Settings]

[GPS Setting]

[Off].

Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

Notes
It may take a while before the camcorder starts triangulating.
Use the GPS function outdoors and in open areas, where the radio signals can be best received in
such areas.
The map always displays the north at the top.

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Top page > Recording > Recording information on your location (GPS) > Obtaining a map of the current
location (triangulation priority mode) (Models with GPS)
Operation Search
Before use

Obtaining a map of the current location (triangulation priority mode) (Models
with GPS)

Getting started
Recording

This feature is useful for checking a map of your current location while traveling.

Playback
Playing images on a TV

1. Select

[Setup]

[

General Settings]

[Your Location].

Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

A: A marker that indicates your current location

Contents list
Notes
If you select a certain point on the screen, the map shows an area with that point at the center.
Select
to move your current location back to the center again.
If the camcorder cannot acquire current location information, the triangulating information appears.
If the camcorder cannot obtain current location information, a marker which indicates the location
last acquired is displayed on a map. If the location information that was previously obtained is
invalid, the marker does not appear.

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Top page > Recording > Recording information on your location (GPS) > Checking the triangulating
status (Models with GPS)
Operation Search
Before use

Checking the triangulating status (Models with GPS)

Getting started
Recording

The camcorder displays the status of the GPS signal reception when you are unable to obtain the
triangulating information.

Playback
Playing images on a TV

1. Touch

on [Your Location] screen.

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device
Using the Wi-Fi function
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Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

A: Satellite map
B: Satellite icons
C: Triangulating gauge
D: Information on the previously obtained location

On the satellite map and triangulating gauge
The center of the satellite map shows your current location. You can check the direction
) that appear on the satellite map.
(north/south/east/west) of the satellites with the satellite icons (
When the camcorder succeeds in triangulating your location, the triangulating gauge turns to green.

How to check the GPS satellite icons/triangulating gauge
The color of the GPS satellite icons and the triangulating gauge change according to the current status
of triangulation.

GPS satellite icons/triangulating
gauge

Status

(black)

No signal, but orbit information for the satellite is available.

(gray)

Part of the satellite orbit information has been obtained.

(brown)

About a half of the satellite orbit information has been
obtained.

(ocher)

Most of the satellite orbit information has been obtained.

(green)

Triangulating is completed and the satellite is currently being
used.

If data on your current location cannot be obtained
A display that allows you to triangulate the location again appears. In this case, follow the instructions
that appears on the LCD screen.

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Top page > Recording > Recording information on your location (GPS) > Hints for better reception
(Models with GPS)
Operation Search
Before use

Hints for better reception (Models with GPS)

Getting started
Recording
Playback
Playing images on a TV

Use the GPS function outdoors and in open areas.
For details on locations or situations where radio signals cannot be received, see “About GPS
(Models with GPS).”
Rotate the LCD panel to direct the GPS antenna toward the sky. Do not place your hand on the GPS
antenna.

Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Select [Your Location] in the menu to use the triangulating priority mode.
Use GPS Assist Data. If you import GPS Assist Data from your computer to your camcorder using
the “PlayMemories Home” software, the time it takes the camcorder to acquire your location
information can be shortened. Connect the camcorder to a computer that is connected to the
Internet. The GPS Assist Data will be updated automatically.
Notes
In the following situations, the current location of the camcorder shown on the map may be different
from the actual location. The margin of error can be as wide as several hundred meters.
When the camcorder receives GPS signals that have been reflected off the surrounding buildings
When the GPS signal is too weak
The GPS Assist Data may not function in the following cases:
When the GPS Assist Data are not updated for about 30 days or more.
When the date and time of the camcorder are not correctly set.
When the camcorder is moved for a long distance.

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Locations or situations where radio signals cannot be received: About GPS (Models with GPS)
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Top page > Playback > Playback > Playing movies and photos from the Event View screen
Operation Search

Playing movies and photos from the Event View screen

Before use
Getting started

You can search for recorded images by date and time of recording (Event View).

Recording

1. Open the LCD screen and press the

button on the camcorder to enter the playback mode.

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting

You can enter the playback mode by selecting
2. Select

on the LCD screen. [Details]

to move the desired event to the center (

) and then select it (

Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

The camcorder displays recorded images as an event automatically, based on the date and
time.
3. Select the image.

The camcorder plays from the selected image to the last image in the event.
4. Select the appropriate buttons on the LCD screen for various playback operations.

Volume

Previous/Next

Delete

Fast-reverse/fast-forward
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Context

Play/Pause

Stop

Play/stop slide show

Some buttons described above may not appear, depending on the image being played back.
/
during playback, movies are played as fast as about 5 times
As you repeat selecting
about 10 times
about 30 times
about 60 times.
Select

during pause to play movies slowly.

To repeat Slideshow, select

[Slideshow Set] when

Type button.

Screen display on the Event View screen

: To the MENU screen
: Event name
: To the previous event
: Change to the movie/photo recording mode
: To play back short movies (Highlight Playback)
: Remaining battery
: To the Map View screen (models with GPS)
: Events
: To the next event
: Time-line bar
: Change Event Scale button

: Event title
: To go back to the Event View screen
: Previous
: Next
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is selected with the Switch Image

: 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.”

To play back images with other devices
You may not be able to play back with other devices images that were recorded on your camcorder
normally. 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.
Notes
To prevent your image data from being lost, save all your recorded images on external media
periodically.
In the default setting, a protected demonstration movie is pre-recorded.

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Top page > Playback > Playback > Playing movies and photos from a map (Models with GPS)
Operation Search

Playing movies and photos from a map (Models with GPS)

Before use
Getting started

You can search for recorded images by location of recording (Map View).

Recording

1. Open the LCD screen and select
mode.

Playback

(View Images) on the LCD screen to enter the playback

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
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Troubleshooting

2. Switch to the Map View by touching

[Map View].

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Contents list

3. Select the recording location.

Touch the direction on the map in which you want the map to be scrolled. Keep touching that
point to scroll the map continuously.
If you change the map scale using the power zoom button, the clusters of thumbnails will change
as well.
4. Select the desired image.

5. Select the appropriate buttons on the LCD screen for various playback operations.

Volume

Previous/Next

Delete

Fast-reverse/fast-forward

Context

Play/Pause

Stop

Play/stop slide show

during pause to play movies slowly.

To repeat Slideshow, select

[Slideshow Set] when

is selected with the Switch Image

Type button.

When you use the map data for the first time
A message appears asking you to confirm whether you agree with the terms of the license agreement of
the map data. You can use the map data by touching [Agree] on the screen after agreeing to the terms
of the license agreement. (For details on the license agreement, refer to the “Operating Guide” supplied
with your camcorder.)
You cannot use the map data if you touch [Not Agree]. However, when you try to use the map data for
the second time, the same message will appear on the screen, and you can use the map data by
touching [Agree].

Screen display on the Map View

: To the MENU screen
: To the movie recording display
: To the Event View screen
: To play back short movies

: To the Map View
: Previous/next
: To the movie recording display
: Switch Image Type button

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Top page > Playback > Playback > Dividing a movie
Operation Search

Dividing a movie

Before use
Getting started

1. Select

[Divide] on the movie playback screen.

Recording
Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function

2. Select the point where you want to divide the movie into scenes using

Customizing your camcorder

, and then select

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

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.
An MP4 movie cannot be divided.
Some basic editing operations can be done on the camcorder. If you want to do advanced editing
operations, use the “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.

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[Delete]
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Top page > Playback > Playback > Capturing a photo from a movie
Operation Search

Capturing a photo from a movie

Before use
Getting started

You can capture images from movies recorded with your camcorder.

Recording

1. Select

[Photo Capture] that appears on the playback screen of a movie.

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

2. Select the point where you want to capture a photo using

, and then select

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

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) or MP4: 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): VGA (0.3 M) (4:3)
Notes
You cannot save captured images to the memory card (models without a USB input function).

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.
If 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.

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Top page > Playback > Highlight playback > Enjoying a digest of your movies (Highlight Playback)
Operation Search

Enjoying a digest of your movies (Highlight Playback)

Before use
Getting started

You can enjoy a digest of high definition image quality (HD) movies and photos, similar to a short movie.

Recording

1. Press

Playback

(View Images).

2. Display the desired event at the center of the Event View, and select [

Highlight].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

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.

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.
Notes
Highlight Playback scenes will change each time you select a Highlight Playback.
The [Playback Range] setting is cleared when the Highlight Playback stops.
The audio used for the Highlight Playback will be converted to 2ch stereo.
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.

Related topics
[Wide Mode]

Saving images with an external
device

Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
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Top page > Playing images on a TV > Playing images on a non-high-definition TV > When your TV is
monaural (When your TV has only one audio input jack)
Operation Search
Before use

When your TV is monaural (When your TV has only one audio input jack)

Getting started
Recording

Connect the yellow plug of an AV Cable (sold separately) 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.

Playback

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Top page > Playing images on a TV > Playing images on a non-high-definition TV > Connecting the
camcorder to a TV via a VCR
Operation Search
Before use

Connecting the camcorder to a TV via a VCR

Getting started
Recording

Connect your camcorder to the LINE IN input on the VCR using an AV Cable (sold separately). Set the
input selector on the VCR to LINE (VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, etc.).

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sound > Enjoying 5.1ch surround sound
Operation Search
Before use

Enjoying 5.1ch surround sound

Getting started
Recording

You can record Dolby Digital 5.1ch surround sound with the built-in microphone. Realistic sound can be
enjoyed when playing a movie on devices that support 5.1ch surround sound input.

Playback
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Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

A: Built-in microphone
Notes
The sound of MP4 movies is recorded in 2ch sound.
The built-in speaker does not output 5.1ch surround sound even if you play back a movie recorded
with 5.1ch surround sound on your camcorder.
To enjoy the 5.1ch surround sound of the movies recorded with high definition image quality (HD) in
5.1ch sound, you need a device compatible with 5.1ch surround.
When you connect your camcorder with the supplied HDMI cable, the sound of high definition
image quality (HD) movies recorded in 5.1ch sound is automatically output in 5.1ch sound. The
sound of standard definition image quality (STD) movies is converted to 2ch.

Related topics
[Audio Mode]
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Top page > Playing images on a TV > Playing images on a TV supporting “BRAVIA” Sync > Using
“BRAVIA” Sync
Operation Search
Before use

Using “BRAVIA” Sync

Getting started
Recording
Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

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
There may be some operations you cannot do with the remote commander.
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.

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Top page > Saving images with an external device > Using the “PlayMemories Home”
software > Playing images on a computer
Operation Search
Before use

Playing images on a computer

Getting started
Recording

The “PlayMemories Home” software allows you to import movies and still images to your computer to
use them in a variety of ways.

Playback
Playing images on a TV

What you can do with “PlayMemories Home” software (Windows)

Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

A: Import images from the camcorder / B: View images in a calendar / C: Upload images to online
services / D: Create a movie disc / E: Share images in “PlayMemories Online”
“PlayMemories Home” can be downloaded from the following URL.
www.sony.net/pm
Notes
An Internet connection is required to install “PlayMemories Home.”
An Internet connection is required to use “PlayMemories Online” and other online services. The
services may not be available in some countries/regions.

Software for Mac
The “PlayMemories Home” software is not supported with Mac. To import images from the camcorder to
your Mac and play them, use the appropriate software on your Mac. For details, visit the following URL.
http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/
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Top page > Saving images with an external device > Using the “PlayMemories Home”
software > Checking the computer system
Operation Search
Before use

Checking the computer system

Getting started
Recording
Playback

OS* 1

Playing images on a TV

Microsoft Windows XP SP3* 2 /Windows Vista SP2* 3 /Windows 7 SP1/Windows 8

Saving images with an external
device

CPU* 4

Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

Intel Core Duo 1.66 GHz or faster, or Intel Core 2 Duo 1.66 GHz or faster (Intel Core 2 Duo 2.26 GHz
or faster is required when processing FX or FH movies, and Intel Core 2 Duo 2.40 GHz or faster is
required when processing PS movies.)
Memory
Windows XP: 512 MB or more (1 GB or more is recommended)
Windows Vista/ Windows 7/Windows 8: 1 GB or more
Hard disk

Contents list

Disk volume required for installation: Approximately 500 MB
Display
Minimum 1,024 × 768 dots
* 1 Standard installation is required. Operation is not assured if the OS has been upgraded or in a multi-boot
environment.
* 2 64-bit editions and Starter (Edition) are not supported. Windows Image Mastering API (IMAPI) Ver.2.0 or
newer is required to use disc creation function, etc.
* 3 Starter (Edition) is not supported.
* 4 Faster processor is recommended.

Notes
Operation with all computer environments is not assured.
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Top page > Saving images with an external device > Using the “PlayMemories Home”
software > Installing the “PlayMemories Home” software in your computer
Operation Search
Before use

Installing the “PlayMemories Home” software in your computer

Getting started
Recording

1. Access the following download site using an Internet browser on your computer, then click [Install]
[Run].

Playback

www.sony.net/pm

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device

2. Install according to the on-screen instructions.
When the on-screen instructions prompting you to connect the camcorder to a computer appear,
connect the camcorder to your computer with the Built-in USB Cable.

Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

When the installation completes, “PlayMemories Home” starts up.

Notes on installation
If the “PlayMemories Home” software is already installed on your computer, connect the camcorder
to your computer. Functions that can be used with this camcorder will then be available.
If the “PMB (Picture Motion Browser)” software is installed on your computer, it will be overwritten by
the “PlayMemories Home” software. In this case, you cannot use some functions that were available
with “PMB” with this “PlayMemories Home” software.
Notes
When you access the camcorder from the computer, use the “PlayMemories Home” software.
Operation is not guaranteed if you operate the data using software other than the “PlayMemories
Home” software or you directly manipulate files and the folders from a computer.
Images cannot be saved to some discs depending on the configuration selected in [ REC Mode].
Movies recorded in [60p Quality
] (models with the NTSC color system) /[50p Quality
] (models
with the PAL color system) or [Highest Quality
] mode can only be saved to a Blu-ray disc.
You cannot create a disc with movies recorded in [
MP4] mode.
The camcorder automatically divides an image file that exceeds 2 GB and saves the parts as
separate files. All image files may be shown as separate files on a computer, however, the files will
be handled properly by the import function and the playback function of the camcorder or the
“PlayMemories Home” software.
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software > Disconnecting your camcorder from the computer
Operation Search
Before use

Disconnecting your camcorder from the computer

Getting started
Recording

1. Click the

icon at the bottom right of the desktop of the computer

[Safely remove USB Mass

Storage Device].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

2. Select

[Yes] on the camcorder screen.

3. Disconnect the USB cable.

Troubleshooting

If you are using Windows 7 or Windows 8, click
Maintenance and precautions

, then click

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devices on which the created disc can be played back
Operation Search
Before use

The devices on which the created disc can be played back

Getting started
Recording

Blu-ray discs

Playback

Blu-ray disc plyaer such as a Sony Blu-ray disc player or PlayStation® 3

Playing images on a TV

DVD disc with high definition image quality (HD)
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

AVCHD format playback devices, such as a Sony Blu-ray disc player or a PlayStation® 3
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 compatible with the AVCHD format,
DVD players/recorders may fail to eject the disc.
Always keep your PlayStation® 3 upgraded to the latest version of its system software. The
PlayStation® 3 may not be available in some countries/regions.

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To create a Blu-ray disc
You can create a Blu-ray disc with a high definition image quality (HD) movie previously imported to a
computer.
To create a Blu-ray disc, the “BD Add-on Software” must be installed.
http://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/BDUW/
Your computer must support the creation of Blu-ray discs.
BD-R (unrewritable) and BD-RE (rewritable) media are available for creating Blu-ray discs. You
cannot add contents to either type of disc after creating the disc.
To play back a Blu-ray disc that has been created with a movie that was recorded in [60p Quality
(models with the NTSC color system) / [50p Quality
] (models with the PAL color system) image
quality, you need a device that complies with the AVCHD Ver. 2.0 format.

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software > Starting the “PlayMemories Home” software
Operation Search
Before use

Starting the “PlayMemories Home” software

Getting started
Recording

1. Double-click the “PlayMemories Home” icon on the computer screen.
The “PlayMemories Home” software starts up.

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

When using Windows 8, select the “PlayMemories Home” icon from the start screen.
2. Double-click the “PlayMemories Home Help Guide” short-cut icon on the computer screen to see
how to use “PlayMemories Home.”

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list
When using Windows 8, select [PlayMemories Home Help Guide] from the help menu of
“PlayMemories Home.”
[All Programs]
If the icon is not displayed on the computer screen, click [Start]
[PlayMemories Home]

the desired item.

For details on “PlayMemories Home,” select
(“PlayMemories Home Help Guide”) on the
software or visit the PlayMemories Home support page (http://www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/).
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Top page > Saving images with an external device > Using the “PlayMemories Home”
software > Downloading the dedicated software for the camcorder
Operation Search
Before use

Downloading the dedicated software for the camcorder

Getting started
Recording

You can install the dedicated software for the camcorder from the following URL.
For Windows: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Win/
For Mac: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/

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Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

Main software
Music Transfer (for models with a USB input function)
Music Transfer allows you to change the music files that have been supplied with your camcorder to suit
your tastes, or to delete or add music files.
Furthermore, this software can restore the music files that were supplied with your camcorder.
Notes
The software that can be used with your camcorder will differ, depending on the countries/regions.

Contents list
Related topics
Information on your camcorder model: Model Information
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Top page > Saving images with an external device > Saving images on an external media
device > Saving images on an external media device easily
Operation Search
Before use

Saving images on an external media device easily

Getting started
Recording
Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

You can save movies and photos on an external media device (USB storage devices), such as an
external hard disk drive. The following functions will be available after you have saved your images on
an external media device.
You can connect your camcorder and the external media device, and then play back images stored
on the external media device.
You can connect your computer and the external media device and import images to your computer
using the “PlayMemories Home” software.
Notes
For this operation, you need the USB Adaptor Cable VMC-UAM2 (sold separately).
Connect the AC Adaptor and the power 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-UAM2 (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

2. Select [Copy.] on the camcorder screen.

Movies and photos that are stored on the recording media, and that have not yet been saved on
to external media device can be saved on the connected media device at this time.
This operation is available only when there are newly recorded images in your camcorder.
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
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1. Select [Play without copying.] in step 2 above.
2. Select

[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. Before formatting, make sure that you have no important data saved on the external
media device as formatting will delete the data.
Operation is not guaranteed with all devices satisfying the operating requirements.
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 is 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
MP4 movies and photos: Max. 40,000 (both MP4 movies and photos)
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
socket).
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.
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device > 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 device

Getting started
Recording

You can save desired images in the camcorder to the external media device.

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

Notes
For this operation, you need the USB Adaptor Cable VMC-UAM2 (sold separately).
Connect the AC Adaptor and the power 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).

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Contents list

2. Select [Play without copying.].
3. Select

[Edit/Copy]

[Copy], and then follow the instructions that appear on the LCD

screen to save images.
If you want to copy images that have not yet been copied, select

[Edit/Copy]

[Direct Copy] while your camcorder is connected to the external media device.
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Top page > Saving images with an external device > Saving images on an external media
device > 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 camcorder

Getting started
Recording
Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function

Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

A: USB Adaptor Cable VMC-UAM2 (sold separately)
2. Select [Play without 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.
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Top page > Saving images with an external device > Saving images on an external media
device > Devices that cannot be used as an external media device
Operation Search
Before use

Devices that cannot be used as an external media device

Getting started
Recording
Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device

The following devices cannot be used 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
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Top page > Saving images with an external device > Creating a disc with a recorder > Creating a
standard definition image quality (STD) disc with a recorder
Operation Search
Before use

Creating a standard definition image quality (STD) disc with a recorder

Getting started
Recording

Connect your camcorder to a disc recorder with an AV Cable (sold separately). You can copy images
played back on your camcorder on a disc or video cassette.

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device

1. Insert the recording medium in the recording device (a disc recorder, etc.).
If your recording device has an input selector, set it to the input mode.
2. Connect your camcorder to the recording device with an AV Cable (sold separately).

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Contents list

A: AV Cable (sold separately)
: 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
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.
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 an AV Cable (sold separately) 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]
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Operation Search

Using the Wi-Fi function

Before use
Getting started

Attaching the wireless adaptor ADP-WL1M (sold separately) to the camcorder allows you to use the WiFi function.

Recording
Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting

Notes
The wireless adaptor ADP-WL1M (sold separately) may not be available in some countries/regions.
You cannot use the Wi-Fi function of your camcorder to connect with public wireless network using
the wireless adaptor.
Use the Wi-Fi function in accordance with regulations that apply in the place where you use the
camcorder. In situations where use of Wi-Fi is prohibited, such as during airplane takeoff and
landing, select

[Setup]

[

General Settings]

[Airplane Mode]

[On].

The Wi-Fi connection may be lost suddenly depending on your network environment. In addition,
loss of Wi-Fi connection may cause recording to stop automatically.

Maintenance and precautions
Related topics
Contents list

Attaching the wireless adaptor
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Operation Search

Attaching the wireless adaptor

Before use
Getting started
Recording

Open the Multi interface shoe cover on the camcorder. Align the wireless adaptor ADP-WL1M (sold
), then attach it to the camcorder by pressing and sliding
separately) with the Multi interface shoe (

Playback

forward (

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Maintenance and precautions

To remove the wireless adaptor
Contents list

Remove the wireless adaptor by sliding backward while pressing down.
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Top page > Using the Wi-Fi function > What you can do with the Wi-Fi function > What you can do with
the Wi-Fi function
Operation Search
Before use

What you can do with the Wi-Fi function

Getting started
Recording

Attaching the wireless adaptor ADP-WL1M (sold separately) to the camcorder, following functions are
available.

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device

Saving movies and photos to your computer
A computer connected to an access point is required.

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Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Transferring movies (MP4) and photos to your smartphone or tablet
A smartphone or tablet is required.

Using your smartphone or tablet as a wireless remote commander
A smartphone or tablet is required.

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Related topics
Ctrl with Smartphone
Send to Smartphone
Send to Computer
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Smartphone
Operation Search
Before use

Ctrl with Smartphone

Getting started
Recording

You can operate the camcorder using your smartphone or tablet as a wireless remote commander.

Playback
Playing images on a TV

1. Install “PlayMemories Mobile” on your smartphone.
If “PlayMemories Mobile” is already installed in your smartphone, update the software to the
latest version.

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For the latest supported OS, refer to the download page of “PlayMemories Mobile.”
This application is not guaranteed to work on all smartphones and tablets.
2. On the camcorder LCD screen, select

[Camera/Mic]

[

Shooting Assist]

[Ctrl

with Smartphone].

3. Confirm that the SSID and a password are displayed on the camcorder LCD screen.

A: SSID
B: Password
4. On your smartphone, select the SSID displayed on the camcorder LCD screen, and then enter the
password displayed on the camcorder LCD screen.
Connect to the camcorder using your smartphone.
5. Operate the camcorder using your smartphone.

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A: START/STOP button (
(Movie) mode) / PHOTO button (
B: Zoom button (W: Wide angle / T: Telephoto)

(Photo) mode)

(Movie) /
(Photo) mode switching button
C:
(Photo) mode only)
D: Setting button (
You can also perform the zoom operation with the zoom lever on your smartphone.

Functions that can be set with the setting button

Flash:

Select [Off], [On] or [Auto].

SelfTimer:

Select [Off] or [10sec].

Review
Check:

Select [Off], [Review Only] or [Review, Save Image]. When you select [Review, Save
Image], you can store still images to your smartphone.

Notes
The photo size stored on the smartphone is [2M].
Movies are recorded on the camcorder and are not stored on the smartphone.
If the distance between the camcorder and smartphone is too far, a connection may not be
established. Connect the camcorder and smartphone within 5 m.
The operation methods and display screens for the application are subject to change without notice
by future upgrades.

To connect an Android smartphone to the camcorder
1. Start up “PlayMemories Mobile” on the smartphone.

2. Select the SSID displayed on the camcorder.

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3. Enter the password displayed on the camcorder.

To connect an iOS smartphone to the camcorder
1. Open the settings menu.

2. Select Wi-Fi.

3. Select the SSID displayed on the camcorder.

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4. Enter the password displayed on the camcorder.

5. Confirm that the SSID displayed on the camcorder is selected.

6. Start up “PlayMemories Mobile.”

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Smartphone
Operation Search
Before use

Send to Smartphone

Getting started
Recording

You can transfer movies (MP4) and photos to your smartphone or tablet.

Playback
Playing images on a TV

1. Install “PlayMemories Mobile” on your smartphone.
If “PlayMemories Mobile” is already installed in your smartphone, update the software to the
latest version.

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device
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Contents list

For the latest supported OS, refer to the download page of “PlayMemories Mobile.”
This application is not guaranteed to work on all smartphones and tablets.
2. Press the

button on the camcorder to enter the playback mode.

3. On the camcorder LCD screen, select

[Edit/Copy]

[Send to Smartphone]

[Select

on This Device].

4. Select the type of image you want to transfer.

5. Select the image you want to transfer, and add

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mark, and then select

6. Confirm that the SSID and a password are displayed on the camcorder LCD screen.

A: SSID
B: Password
7. On your smartphone, select the SSID displayed on the camcorder LCD screen, and then enter the
password displayed on the camcorder LCD screen.
A connection is established between the smartphone and camcorder, and images are
transferred from the camcorder to the smartphone.

To select images to transfer using a smartphone
1. Perform the procedures in step 3 of “Send to Smartphone,” and then select
[Send to Smartphone]

[Edit/Copy]

[Select on Smartphone].

2. On your smartphone, select the SSID displayed on the camcorder LCD screen, and then enter the
password displayed on the camcorder LCD screen.
A connection is established between the smartphone and camcorder.
3. On your smartphone, select the image you want to transfer, and then select [Copy] or [Upload].
The images are transferred from the camcorder to the smartphone.
Notes
[Send to Smartphone] is not available when [
/
/
Setting] is not set to [
MP4].
[Send to Smartphone] is not available when MP4 movies or still images have not been saved on the
camcorder.
If you want to import images recorded on a memory card, insert the memory card to the camcorder,
and then select the memory card in [Media Select].
If the distance between the camcorder and smartphone is too far, a connection may not be
established. Connect the camcorder and smartphone within 5 m.

To connect an Android smartphone to the camcorder
1. Start up “PlayMemories Mobile” on the smartphone.

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2. Select the SSID displayed on the camcorder.

3. Enter the password displayed on the camcorder.

To connect an iOS smartphone to the camcorder
1. Open the settings menu.

2. Select Wi-Fi.

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3. Select the SSID displayed on the camcorder.

4. Enter the password displayed on the camcorder.

5. Confirm that the SSID displayed on the camcorder is selected.

6. Start up “PlayMemories Mobile.”

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Top page > Using the Wi-Fi function > Available menus with the wireless adaptor attached > Send to
Computer
Operation Search
Before use

Send to Computer

Getting started
Recording

You can save movies and photos to your computer.

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

1. Install the software on your computer.
For Windows: PlayMemories Home
www.sony.net/pm
For Mac: Wireless Auto Import
http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/
If connecting the camcorder to your computer for the first time after installing the software, set
[USB Connect Setting] to [Auto] or [MTP] on the camcorder, and then connect the camcorder to
your computer with the Built-in USB Cable.
If “PlayMemories Home” is already installed in your computer, update the software to the latest
version.
2. Connect the camcorder to the wireless network access point.
If your access point does not support the WPS push button, refer to “Access point settings.”
[Details]
If your access point supports the WPS push button, refer to “WPS Push.” [Details]
Settings for steps 1 and 2 are required only the first time.
3. Press the

button on the camcorder to enter the playback mode.

4. On the camcorder LCD screen, select

[Edit/Copy]

[Send to Computer].

Images are automatically transferred to and saved on the computer.
Only newly recorded images are transferred.
Notes
You must turn on the computer to execute [Send to Computer].
Depending on the settings of the application on the computer, the camcorder may turn off
automatically after saving images.
If you want to import images recorded on a memory card, insert the memory card to the camcorder,
and then select the memory card in [Media Select].
Importing movies and multiple still images may take time.
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Operation Search

WPS Push

Before use
Getting started

If your access point has a WPS button, you can register the access point to the camcorder easily.

Recording

1. Select

Playback

[Setup]

[

Connection]

[WPS Push].

2. Press the WPS button on the access point you want to register.

Playing images on a TV
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Customizing your camcorder
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Contents list

Notes
[WPS Push] requires that the security of the access point be WPA or WPA2 and that the WPS
push button method is supported. If the security of your access point is set to WEP and your
access point does not support the WPS push button method, register the access point manually.
[Details]
For details on the supported functions and settings for your access point, refer to the manual of
your access point or contact the administrator of your access point.
Depending on the surrounding conditions such as obstacles between the camcorder and access
point, signal condition and the materials of the wall, etc., connections may not be established or the
communication distance may be shorter. Move the camcorder or decrease the distance between the
camcorder and the access point.
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point settings
Operation Search
Before use

Access point settings

Getting started
Recording

You can register your access point manually.

Playback

1. Select

Playing images on a TV

2. Select the access point you want to register.

[Setup]

[

Connection]

[Access point settings].

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device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

If you want to enter and register the WPS PIN code, select [Manual setting]

[WPS PIN].

Within 2 minutes, enter the PIN code displayed on the camcorder to the access point.
[Manual regist.], enter the
If the desired access point is not displayed, select [Manual setting]
SSID name of the access point, and then select the encryption type.
3. Enter the password, and then select [Next]

Access points without the

[Register].

icon do not require a password to be entered.

How to use the keyboard
A keyboard is displayed on the screen when text needs to be entered.

Screen
names

Functions

Switch
Each time you touch the key, the type of character to be input switches between
character
letters, numerals and symbols.
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types
Each time you touch the key, the displayed character switches between the choices
available.
For example: If you want to enter “abd”
Keyboard Select

, touching it once to display “a”

select
display “d”.

touch

, touching it twice to display “b”

select

to move the cursor (5)
touching it once to

Space

Enters a space.

Input box

The characters you entered are displayed. If you try to input more characters than
is displayed on the screen.
allowed,

Move
cursor

Moves the cursor in the input box to the right or left.

Delete

Deletes the character preceding the cursor.
Switches the next character to a capital or small letter.

Fix

Finalizes the entry.

To cancel text entry, select

Other setting items
Depending on the status or the setting method of your access point, there may be more setting items.

Setting items

Functions

WPS PIN

Displays the PIN to enter to the connected device.

IP address setting

Selects [Auto] or [Manual setting].

IP address

If you are entering the IP address manually, enter the fixed address.

Subnet mask/Default When you set [IP address setting] to [Manual setting], enter the IP address to
gateway
match your network environment.
Priority Connection

Selects [On] or [Off].

Notes
To give the registered access point priority, set [Priority Connection] to [On].
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Top page > Using the Wi-Fi function > Available menus with the wireless adaptor attached > Edit Device
Name
Operation Search
Before use

Edit Device Name

Getting started
Recording

You can change the device name for Wi-Fi Direct.

Playback

1. Select

Playing images on a TV

2. Select the input box, input the device name, and then select
.
For input method, refer to “How to use the keyboard.” [Details]

[Setup]

[

Connection]

Saving images with an external
device

[Edit Device Name].

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Top page > Using the Wi-Fi function > Available menus with the wireless adaptor attached > Disp MAC
Address
Operation Search
Before use

Disp MAC Address

Getting started
Recording

Display the MAC address of the wireless adaptor.
1. Select

Playback
Playing images on a TV

[Setup]

[

Connection]

[Disp MAC Address].

The MAC address is displayed.
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Top page > Using the Wi-Fi function > Available menus with the wireless adaptor attached > SSID/PW
Reset
Operation Search
Before use

SSID/PW Reset

Getting started
Recording

The camcorder shares the SSID/password for [Send to Smartphone] and [Ctrl with Smartphone] with a
device that has permission to connect. If you want to change the device that is permitted to connect to
the camcorder, reset the SSID/password by the following procedure.

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device

1. Select

[Setup]

[

Connection]

[SSID/PW Reset]

Notes
After resetting the SSID/password, you must set the smartphone again.

Using the Wi-Fi function
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Top page > Using the Wi-Fi function > Available menus with the wireless adaptor attached > Network
Info Reset
Operation Search
Before use

Network Info Reset

Getting started
Recording

In addition to the SSID/password, you can also reset the information of the access point, etc. If you want
to change the access point to connect to, reset the connection information by the following procedure.

Playback

1. Select

[Setup]

[

Connection]

[Network Info Reset]

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device

Notes
After resetting the connection information, you must set the smartphone again.

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Top page > Using the Wi-Fi function > Available menus with the wireless adaptor attached > Airplane
Mode
Operation Search
Before use

Airplane Mode

Getting started
Recording

When you board an airplane, you can deactivate the Wi-Fi function temporarily.
1. Select

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device

[Setup]

[

Connection]

[Airplane Mode]

[On].

Notes
When [Airplane Mode] is set to [On], the GPS function also is temporarily deactivated (models with
GPS).

Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

Related topics
Information on your camcorder model: Model Information

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Operation Search

Troubleshooting

Before use
Getting started

Functions are not displayed in the MENU screen.

Recording
Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

Check that the wireless adaptor ADP-WL1M (sold separately) is attached properly, select [Disp MAC
Address] and check that a 12-digit number is displayed. If a 12-digit number is not displayed even
though the wireless adaptor is attached properly, the camcorder or the wireless adaptor may be
malfunctioning.

The Wi-Fi function is not available.
[Airplane Mode] is set to [On]. Set to [Off] to use the Wi-Fi function.
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Using menu items > Setting up menu items
Operation Search

Setting up menu items

Before use
Getting started

The camcorder has various menu items under each of 6 menu categories.

Recording

Shooting Mode (Items for selecting a shooting mode)
Camera/Mic (Items for customized shooting)

Playback

Image Quality/Size (Items for setting up image quality or size)
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function

Playback Function (Items for playback)
Edit/Copy (Items for editing images such as copy or protect)
Setup (Other setup items)
1. Select

Customizing your camcorder
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Contents list
2. Select a category.

3. Select your desired menu item.

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.

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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
which condition you can set the menu item.

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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Shooting Mode > Movie
Operation Search

Movie

Before use
Getting started

You can select the movie recording mode.

Recording

[Shooting Mode]

[Movie].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Shooting Mode > Photo
Operation Search

Photo

Before use
Getting started

You can select the photo shooting mode.

Recording

[Shooting Mode]

[Photo].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Shooting Mode > Smth Slw REC (Smooth slow rec)
Operation Search

Smth Slw REC (Smooth slow rec)

Before use
Getting started

The camcorder records approximately 3-second-long fast actions or motions as an approximately 12second-long slow-motion movie.

Recording

Playback

[Shooting Mode]

[Smth Slw REC].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
2. Press the START/STOP button.
[Recording...] disappears when recording is finished.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

To change the timing at which the camcorder starts recording
Select [

]/[

] to make the setting.

[3sec After] (default setting)
The camcorder records a movie of approximately 3 seconds after the START/STOP button is
pressed.
[3sec Before]
The camcorder records a move of approximately 3 seconds before the START/STOP button is
pressed.
Notes
You cannot record sound.
Image quality is not as good as that of normal recording.
[ REC Mode] will be set to [Standard
] automatically.
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Shooting Mode > Golf Shot
Operation Search

Golf Shot

Before use
Getting started
Recording

Divides 2 seconds of fast movement into frames which are then recorded as a movie and photos. You
can view a series of movement when playing back, which is convenient in cases such as checking golf
swing or tennis form.

Playback
Playing images on a TV

[Shooting Mode]

[Golf Shot].

Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
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Maintenance and precautions

2. On the [Golf Shot] screen, frame the subject in the grid in the center of the screen, then press
START/STOP right after the subject has taken a swing.

Contents list

Timing that the camcorder starts recording
If the moment when the largest sound in 1 second after the START/STOP button is pressed has been
detected, the camcorder assumes the moment as the sound of a club hitting the ball.
When the sound of a club hitting the ball is detected, the recording time period is automatically adjusted
according to at that moment.

A: The sound of a club hitting the ball*
B: The point when you press START/STOP
C: The camcorder records images in this 2 seconds period.
* The camcorder sets the point when the loudest sound in the past 1 second is detected, as the sound of a club
hitting the ball.

To check your form using self-timer
Select [

]/[

]

[On].

The camcorder starts countdown of the timer after you press the START/STOP button.
The point when the count reaches 0 is assumed as the moment of impact and motion before and after 0
is recorded.
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Notes
If the camcorder cannot detect the sound of a club hitting the ball, the camcorder automatically sets
the impact point at 0.5 second before the START/STOP button has been pressed, and records a
movie in the time period between 1.5 seconds before the impact point to 0.5 second after the
impact point.
The size of photos becomes 1,920
1,080.
You cannot record sound.
Image quality is not as good as that of normal recording.
[ REC Mode] will be set to [Standard
] automatically.
Impact sound may be detected by the internal microphone even when an external microphone is
attached.
The image recorded may be noisy when your camcorder has failed to analyze the shot properly
because there may be movement in background of the [Golf Shot] recording screen. It is
recommended that you record images under stable conditions (for example, using a tripod).
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > White Balance
Operation Search

White Balance

Before use
Getting started

You can adjust the color balance to the recording environment.

Recording
Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function

[Camera/Mic]

[

Manual Settings]

[White Balance].

Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list
2. Select the desired setting.

(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.
(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
(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
(One Push)
The white balance will be adjusted according to the ambient light.
Select [

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.
Select [
].
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

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Set [White Balance] to [Auto] or adjust the color in [One Push] under white or cool white fluorescent
lamps.
While you are recording a movie,
(One Push) cannot be set.
If you set [White Balance], [Scene Selection] is set to [Auto].
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > Spot Meter/Fcs (Spot meter/focus)
Operation Search

Spot Meter/Fcs (Spot meter/focus)

Before use
Getting started

Exposure and focus can be adjusted for the selected subject automatically.

Recording

[Camera/Mic]

[

Manual Settings]

[Spot Meter/Fcs].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting

2. Touch the subject of which you want to adjust the exposure and focus.
To adjust the brightness and focus automatically, touch [Auto].

Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Notes
[Exposure] and [Focus] are automatically set to [Manual].
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > Spot Meter (Flexible spot meter)
Operation Search

Spot Meter (Flexible spot meter)

Before use
Getting started

Exposure can be adjusted and set for the selected subject automatically. This function is useful when
there is strong contrast between the subject and the background, such as subjects in the spotlight on
stage.

Recording
Playback

[Camera/Mic]

[

Manual Settings]

[Spot Meter].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

2. Touch the subject of which you want to adjust the exposure.
To return the setting to automatic exposure, touch [Auto].

Contents list

Notes
[Exposure] is automatically set to [Manual].
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > Spot Focus
Operation Search

Spot Focus

Before use
Getting started

Focus can be adjusted automatically for the subject selected.

Recording

[Camera/Mic]

[

Manual Settings]

[Spot Focus].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting

2. Touch the subject of which you want to adjust the focus.
To adjust the focus automatically, touch [Auto].

Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Notes
[Focus] is automatically set to [Manual].
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > Exposure
Operation Search

Exposure

Before use
Getting started

You can fix the brightness of a picture manually. Adjust the brightness when the subject is too bright or
too dark.

Recording

Playback

[Camera/Mic]

[

Manual Settings]

[Exposure].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Auto
The exposure is adjusted automatically.
Manual
if the subject is white or the backlight is bright, or select
Select
or the light is dim.

if the subject is black

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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > Focus
Operation Search

Focus

Before use
Getting started

You can adjust the focus manually. You can select this function also when you want to focus on a
certain subject intentionally.

Recording

Playback

[Camera/Mic]

[

Manual Settings]

[Focus].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Auto
The focus is adjusted automatically.
Manual
(nearby subject) or

Adjust the focus using

(distant subject).

appears when the focus cannot be adjusted any closer, and
be adjusted farther away.

appears when the focus cannot

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. (This information will not appear
correctly if a conversion lens (sold separately) is being used.)
Notes
When you set [Focus] to [Manual],

appears.

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.
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > IRIS
Operation Search

IRIS

Before use
Getting started

You can shoot images with the IRIS priority mode. Changing IRIS parameter changes the focus range.
You can change the IRIS parameter depending on what type of photos you want to shoot, either to
sharpen the subject with its background blurred or sharpen the whole image.

Recording
Playback

[Camera/Mic]

[

Manual Settings]

[IRIS].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting

2. Select the desired item.

Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Auto
The IRIS is adjusted automatically.
Manual
Adjust the iris by selecting

to sharpen the whole image (increase the IRIS parameter), and

to sharpen the subject with its background blurred (decrease the IRIS parameter).

To change the atmosphere of image by the IRIS parameter
Smaller F-value (opening the iris) narrows the range that is in focus. Larger F-value (narrowing down the
iris) widens the range that is in focus. Open the iris to blur the background, or narrow down the iris to
sharpen the whole image.
Notes
Even if you open the IRIS wider (a smaller F-value) than F3.4 when you set the zoom lever to the
W (Wide angle) side, the IRIS is reset to F3.4 as you move the zoom lever to the T (Telephoto)
side.
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > Shutter Speed
Operation Search

Shutter Speed

Before use
Getting started

You can shoot images with the Shutter Speed priority mode. You can express the movement of a
moving subject in various way by adjusting the shutter speed.

Recording

Playback

[Camera/Mic]

[

Manual Settings]

[Shutter Speed].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Auto
The shutter speed is adjusted automatically.
Manual
Adjust the shutter speed using
speed.

to get a fast shutter speed, and

to get a slow shutter

As the value becomes smaller (slower shutter speed), a trailing image of the movement of the
subject is captured.

To change the atmosphere of image by changing the shutter speed
When shooting a mountain stream, for example, a splash of water will be captured clearly with high
shutter speed, or a trailing image of water with low shutter speed.
Notes
When you record images under a fluorescent lamp, sodium lamp, or mercury lamp, horizontal
stripes may appear, flicker may occur, or color may change. In this case, change the shutter speed
according to the power supply frequency in your region.
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > AGC Limit
Operation Search

AGC Limit

Before use
Getting started

You can select the upper limit for the AGC (Auto Gain Control) to record dim scenes as they look.

Recording

[Camera/Mic]

[

Manual Settings]

[AGC Limit].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

Off
The gain is automatically adjusted.

Contents list
)
24dB/21dB/18dB/15dB/12dB/9dB/6dB/3dB/0dB (
The gain is automatically adjusted up to the selected limit.

Notes
The upper limit you can select for the AGC (Auto Gain Control) depends on the status of the
camcorder.
When the camcorder is set to the movie recording mode, the upper limit is 24 dB.
When the camcorder is set to the photo shooting mode, the upper limit is 21 dB.
When the camcorder is set to use [Smth Slw REC], the upper limit is 15 dB.
At a higher gain, the brightness becomes more appropriate in dim scenes, but the noise increases.
At a lower gain, the noise decreases, but the shutter speed becomes slower to compensate for the
lack of brightness, causing camera-shake or subject blur.

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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > AE Shift
Operation Search

AE Shift

Before use
Getting started

You can adjust the exposure based on the results of the automatic exposure measurement.

Recording

[Camera/Mic]

[

Manual Settings]

[AE Shift].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

Off
The exposure is adjusted automatically.

Contents list
On (Adjusted number and EV)
Adjust the automatic exposure level using
bright, and

when the subject is white or the background is

when the subject is dark or the light is dim.

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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > White Balance Shift
Operation Search

White Balance Shift

Before use
Getting started

You can adjust the white balance manually.

Recording

[Camera/Mic]

[

Manual Settings]

[White Balance Shift].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

Off
The white balance is adjusted automatically.

Contents list
On (

and adjusted number)

Adjust the white balance using
images appear reddish.

when the images appear bluish, and

when the

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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > Low Lux
Operation Search

Low Lux

Before use
Getting started

You can record bright color images, even in dim light.

Recording

[Camera/Mic]

[

Manual Settings]

[Low Lux].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

Off
The Low Lux function is not used.

Contents list
On ( )
The Low Lux function is used.

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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > Scene Selection
Operation Search

Scene Selection

Before use
Getting started

You can record images effectively in various situations.

Recording

[Camera/Mic]

[

Camera Settings]

[Scene Selection].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

(Auto)
Adjusts image quality automatically.

Contents list

(Night Scene)*1
Maintains the darkening atmosphere of the distant surroundings in
night scenes.

(Night Portrait)
Enables to take photos of people and background using a flash.

(Sunrise&Sunset)*1
Reproduces the atmosphere of scenes such as sunsets or sunrises.

(Fireworks)*1
Takes spectacular shots of fireworks.

(Landscape)*1
Shoots distant subjects clearly. This setting also prevents your
camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows
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between the camcorder and the subject.

(Portrait)
Brings out the subject such as people or flowers while creating a soft
background.

(Spotlight)*2
Prevents people’s faces from appearing excessively white when
subjects are lit by strong light.

(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.

Notes
(Movie) lamp is lit.
Even if you set [Night Portrait], the setting changes to [Auto] when the
If you set [Scene Selection], the [White Balance], [IRIS], [Shutter Speed] and [ Cinematone]
settings are canceled.
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > Cinematone
Operation Search

Cinematone

Before use
Getting started

The camcorder automatically adjusts the image quality of the movie to resemble the atmosphere of film
camera images when recording a movie.

Recording

Playback

[Camera/Mic]

[

Camera Settings]

[

Cinematone].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Off
Does not use the Cinematone function.
On
Uses the Cinematone function.

Notes
When you switch the [ Cinematone] function on or off, the image will be paused temporarily.
When [ Cinematone] is set to [On], the [Scene Selection] setting changes to [Auto].
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > Fader
Operation Search

Fader

Before use
Getting started

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.

Recording

Playback

[Camera/Mic]

[

Camera Settings]

[

Fader].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Off
Does not use an effect.
White Fader ( )
Fades in/out with the white effect.
In
Out

Black Fader ( )
Fades in/out with the black effect.
Images recorded using the [Black Fader] effect may appear dark on the index screen.
In
Out

Notes
When you press START/STOP, the setting is cleared.
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > Self-Timer
Operation Search

Self-Timer

Before use
Getting started

Press PHOTO to start the count down. A photo is recorded after about 10 seconds.
You can also operate by pressing PHOTO on the Wireless Remote Commander.

Recording

Playback

[Camera/Mic]

[

Camera Settings]

[

Self-Timer].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Off
Cancels the self-timer.
On ( )
Starts the self-timer recording. To cancel the recording, select [Reset].

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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > Tele Macro
Operation Search

Tele Macro

Before use
Getting started

You can blur out backgrounds and the subject stands out clearer. This is useful to shoot small subjects,
such as flowers or insects.

Recording

Playback

[Camera/Mic]

[

Camera Settings]

[Tele Macro].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Off
Cancels Tele Macro. (Tele Macro is also canceled when you move the zoom lever to the W side.)
On ( )
The zoom moves to the top of the T (telephoto) side automatically and allows recording subjects
at close range down to about 32 cm (12 5/8 in.).

Notes
When recording a distant subject, focusing may be difficult and can take some time.
Adjust the focus manually when it is hard to focus automatically.

Related topics
Zooming
[Focus]
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > SteadyShot (movie)
Operation Search

SteadyShot (movie)

Before use
Getting started

The camcorder has a balanced optical SteadyShot function that allows you to reduce the camera-shake
when shooting with zooming, as well as when shooting with a wide-angle shot.

Recording

Playback

[Camera/Mic]

[

Camera Settings]

[

SteadyShot].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Active
In addition to the balanced optical SteadyShot function, the camcorder compensates for camerashake in the rotation direction.
Standard
The camcorder reduces camera-shake using the balanced optical SteadyShot function in wideangle shooting.
Off (
)
The camcorder does not use the balanced optical SteadyShot function.

Notes
The angle of view will be changed after changing the settings of the [ SteadyShot] function.
You can magnify images up to 10 times using optical zooming in the following cases.
When [ SteadyShot] is set to other than [Active].
(Photo) lamp is lit.
When the
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > SteadyShot (photo)
Operation Search

SteadyShot (photo)

Before use
Getting started

You can compensate for camera shake.
) when using a tripod (sold separately), then the image becomes
Set [ SteadyShot] to [Off] (
natural.

Recording
Playback
Playing images on a TV

[Camera/Mic]

[

Camera Settings]

[

SteadyShot].

Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting

2. Select the desired item.

Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

On
The SteadyShot function is used.
Off (
)
The SteadyShot function is not used.

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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > Digital Zoom
Operation Search

Digital Zoom

Before use
Getting started

You can select the maximum zoom level. Note that the image quality decreases when you use the digital
zoom.

Recording

Playback

[Camera/Mic]

[

Camera Settings]

[Digital Zoom].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

Off
Digital zoom cannot be used.

Contents list
120
Up to 120

zoom is performed digitally.

A: The zooming zone appears when you select [120

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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > Conversion Lens
Operation Search

Conversion Lens

Before use
Getting started

Set this menu item when you want to use a conversion lens (sold separately) that is compatible with
your camcorder.
When using a conversion lens (sold separately), use this function to record using the optimum
compensation for camera shake and focus for the lens.

Recording
Playback
Playing images on a TV

[Camera/Mic]

[

Camera Settings]

[Conversion Lens].

Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

2. Select the desired item.

Contents list
Off
Select this when you do not use a conversion lens.
Wide Conversion (
)
Select this when you use a wide-conversion lens.
Tele Conversion ( )
Select this when you use a tele-conversion lens.

Notes
If you select [Wide Conversion], the SteadyShot function will be canceled.
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > Auto Back Light
Operation Search

Auto Back Light

Before use
Getting started

Your camcorder adjusts the exposure for backlit subjects automatically.

Recording

[Camera/Mic]

[

Camera Settings]

[Auto Back Light].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

On
The exposure for backlit subjects is adjusted automatically.

Contents list
Off
Does not adjust the exposure for backlit subjects.

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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > Dial Setting
Operation Search

Dial Setting

Before use
Getting started

You can assign one menu item you often use to the MANUAL dial.

Recording

[Camera/Mic]

[

Camera Settings]

[Dial Setting].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting

The [Dial Setting] display appears. The [Dial Setting] display also appears when you press and hold
MANUAL down for a few seconds.
2. Rotate the MANUAL dial and select the item to be assigned.

Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Select [RESET] to reset the items adjusted manually to the default settings.
3. Press MANUAL.
The camera data that appears on the LCD screen will differ, depending on the recording settings
of the camcorder. The settings will be displayed with the following icons.
: Automatic
: Exposure is set manually.
: IRIS priority
: Shutter speed priority
Notes
Manual settings will be retained even if you change the assigned item of the MANUAL dial.
However, if you set [Exposure] after setting [AE Shift] manually, [Exposure] will override [AE Shift].
If you set either one of [Exposure], [IRIS], or [Shutter Speed], the settings of other 2 items are
canceled.

Related topics
Controlling the image settings manually with the MANUAL dial
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > NIGHTSHOT Light
Operation Search

NIGHTSHOT Light

Before use
Getting started

When using the NightShot function, you can record clearer images by activating [NIGHTSHOT Light],
which emits infrared light (invisible).

Recording

Playback

[Camera/Mic]

[

Camera Settings]

[NIGHTSHOT Light].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

On
Emits infrared light.
Off
Does not emit infrared light.

Notes
Do not cover the infrared port with your fingers or other objects.
Remove the lens hood or the Step Down Ring (supplied) before using [NIGHTSHOT Light], because
the lens hood or the Step Down Ring may prevent the infrared function from working properly.
Remove the conversion lens (sold separately).
The maximum shooting distance using [NIGHTSHOT Light] is about 3 m (10 feet).

Related topics
Recording in dark places (NightShot)
Infrared port: Parts and controls
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > Face Detection
Operation Search

Face Detection

Before use
Getting started

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.

Recording

Playback

[Camera/Mic]

[

Face]

[Face Detection].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Auto
Detects faces without distinction between adults and children.
Child Priority (
)
Gives faces of children priority.
)
Adult Priority (
Gives faces of adults priority.
)
Off (
Does not detect faces.

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)
[Smile Shutter]
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > Smile Shutter
Operation Search

Smile Shutter

Before use
Getting started

The shutter is released automatically when the camcorder detects a smile.
If you do not want to take photos automatically, select [Off].

Recording
Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

A: The camcorder is detecting a face.
B: The camcorder is detecting a smile (orange).

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

[Camera/Mic]

[

Face]

[Smile Shutter].

Contents list

2. Select the desired item.

Dual Capture
Only during movie recording, the shutter is released automatically, when 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 (
)
Smiles are not detected, so photos are not recorded automatically.

Notes
When set to the following, you cannot use the Smile Shutter function.
[ REC Mode]: [Highest Quality
]
[ Frame Rate]: [60p] (models with the NTSC color system) or [50p] (models with the PAL color
system)
Smiles may not be detected depending on recording conditions, subject conditions, and the setting
of your camcorder.

Related topics
Information on your camcorder model: Model Information
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > Smile Sensitivity
Operation Search

Smile Sensitivity

Before use
Getting started

Sets the smile detection sensitivity for using the Smile Shutter function.

Recording

[Camera/Mic]

[

Face]

[Smile Sensitivity].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Big Smile
Detects a big smile.
Normal Smile
Detects a normal smile.
Slight Smile
Detects even a slight smile.

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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > Flash
Operation Search

Flash

Before use
Getting started

You can select the flash setting when you record photos using the built-in flash, or an external flash
(sold separately) that is compatible with your camcorder.

Recording

Playback

[Camera/Mic]

[ Flash]

[Flash].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Auto
Automatically flashes when there is insufficient ambient light.
On ( )
Always uses the flash regardless of the surrounding brightness.
Off ( )
Records without flash.

If white circular spots appear on photos
This is caused by particles (dust, pollen, etc.) floating close to the lens. When they are accentuated by
the camcorder’s flash, they appear as white circular spots.
To reduce the white circular spots, light the room and shoot the subject without a flash.

Notes
The recommended distance to the subject when using the built-in flash is approximately 0.3 m to
1.5 m (1 foot to 5 feet).
Remove any dust from the surface of the flash before using it. Flash effect may be impaired if heat
discoloration or dust obscures the lamp.
The flash does not flash while the
(Movie) lamp is lit.
A shadow may be produced on photos if you use the flash when you take photos with the
conversion lens (sold separately) attached.
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > Flash Level
Operation Search

Flash Level

Before use
Getting started

You can select the brightness of the flash light.
You can set this function when you record photos using the built-in flash, or an external flash (sold
separately) that is compatible with your camcorder.

Recording
Playback

[Camera/Mic]

[ Flash]

[Flash Level].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting

2. Select the desired item.

Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

)
High (
Makes the flash level higher.
Normal (
)
Normal flash level.
Low (
)
Makes the flash level lower.

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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > Red Eye Reduction
Operation Search

Red Eye Reduction

Before use
Getting started

You can prevent redeye by activating the pre-flash before the flash flashes.
You can set this function when you record photos using the built-in flash, or an external flash (sold
separately) that is compatible with your camcorder.

Recording
Playback

[Camera/Mic]

[ Flash]

[Red Eye Reduction].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting

2. Select the desired item.

Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Off
Does not use Red Eye Reduction to prevent redeye.
On (
)
Uses Red Eye Reduction to prevent redeye.

Notes
The redeye reduction may not produce the desired effect due to individual differences and other
conditions.
The redeye function does not work with automatic recording by [Smile Shutter].
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > Closer Voice
Operation Search

Closer Voice

Before use
Getting started

Your camcorder detects a face of a person and records the voice clearly.

Recording

[Camera/Mic]

[ Microphone]

[Closer Voice].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

On
Detects faces and records the voices clearly.

Contents list
)
Off (
Does not detect faces and record voices clearly.

Notes
The [Closer Voice] function does not activate while an external microphone is connected to the
camcorder.
When you set [Audio Rec Level] to [Manual], [Closer Voice] is set to [Off] automatically.
When you want to record the sound clearly without any interference, for example when you record
a music concert, set [Closer Voice] to [Off].

Related topics
[Face Detection]
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > Blt-in Zoom Mic
Operation Search

Blt-in Zoom Mic

Before use
Getting started

You can record a movie with vivid sound appropriate to the zoom position.

Recording

[Camera/Mic]

[ Microphone]

[Blt-in Zoom Mic].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

Off
The microphone does not record sound following zooming in or out.

Contents list
On ( )
The microphone records sound following zooming in or out.

Notes
When you set [Audio Rec Level] to [Manual], [Blt-in Zoom Mic] is set to [Off] automatically.
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > Auto Wind NR
Operation Search

Auto Wind NR

Before use
Getting started

Your camcorder records a movie with less wind noise input from the built-in microphone. This function
automatically cuts the low-range wind noise according to the noise level.

Recording

Playback

[Camera/Mic]

[ Microphone]

[Auto Wind NR].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

)
Off (
Does not reduce the wind noise.
On
Reduces the wind noise.

Notes
When you set [Auto Wind NR] to [Off], Intelligent Auto is set to [Off].
[Auto Wind NR] will not function while an external microphone is attached to your camcorder.
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > Audio Mode
Operation Search

Audio Mode

Before use
Getting started

You can change the recording sound format.

Recording

[Camera/Mic]

[ Microphone]

[Audio Mode].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

5.1ch Surround (
)
Records sound in 5.1ch surround.

Contents list
)
2ch Stereo (
Records sound in 2ch stereo.

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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > Audio Rec Level
Operation Search

Audio Rec Level

Before use
Getting started

You can adjust the audio recording level.

Recording

[Camera/Mic]

[ Microphone]

[Audio Rec Level].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

Auto
The audio recording level is adjusted automatically.

Contents list
Manual (

)

Adjust the audio recording level with
the audio recording level.

to raise the audio recording level and

to lower

Notes
The setting will be reset each time you switch between [Auto] and [Manual].
When [Audio Rec Level] is set to [Manual], the following will switch to [Off].
[Closer Voice]
[Blt-in Zoom Mic]
It is recommended that you wear headphones to operate while checking the level.
When you record continuous loud sound, you can record more true to life sound by selecting a
lower level in advance.
The limiter is always active regardless of the setting value of the recording level.
When you are using a dedicated microphone that is connected with the Multi Interface Shoe, the
recording level setting will be invalid, and you will not be able to adjust the recording level.
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > My Button
Operation Search

My Button

Before use
Getting started

You can assign functions that you frequently use when recording to one of the My Buttons.

Recording

[Camera/Mic]

[

Shooting Assist]

[My Button].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

2. Select the menu item that you want to assign to a My Button using

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

3. Select one of the My Buttons to which the menu item will be assigned.

4. Select

.
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > Expanded Focus
Operation Search

Expanded Focus

Before use
Getting started

You can magnify an image that appears at the center of the LCD screen by about 2.0 times to confirm
the sharpness of the focus.

Recording

Playback

[Camera/Mic]

[

Shooting Assist]

[Expanded Focus].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Off
Does not magnify images.
On
Magnify images.

Notes
Even though the images has been magnifyed on the camcorder, the recorded image is not
magnified.
The image that is output to an external device is not magnified.
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > Grid Line
Operation Search

Grid Line

Before use
Getting started

You can display the lines and check that the subject is horizontal or vertical. Positioning the subject at
the cross point of the grid lines makes a balanced composition. The lines is not recorded.

Recording

Playback

[Camera/Mic]

[

Shooting Assist]

[Grid Line].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Off
Does not display the grid lines.
On
Displays the grid lines.

Notes
The outer frame of grid lines shows the display area of a TV which is not compatible with full pixel
display.
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > Display Setting
Operation Search

Display Setting

Before use
Getting started

You can set the duration of displaying the icons or indicators on the LCD screen while recording.

Recording

[Camera/Mic]

[

Shooting Assist]

[Display Setting].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

Auto
Displays for about 3 seconds. The rec & zoom buttons on the LCD screen is displayed.

Contents list
On
Always displays. The rec & 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.
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > Zebra
Operation Search

Zebra

Before use
Getting started

You can display a zebra pattern as a guide for adjusting brightness. The zebra pattern will not be
recorded with the image.

Recording

Playback

[Camera/Mic]

[

Shooting Assist]

[Zebra].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Off
Does not display the zebra pattern.
(70)
Displays the zebra pattern over the part of an image that exceeds the brightness level of about 70
IRE*.
(100)
Displays the zebra pattern over the part of an image that exceeds the brightness level of about
100 IRE*.
* IRE (Institute of Radio Engineers) is a measure of the video signal level that is used as the bases of brightness;
the reference level (pedestal level) is set to 0 (%) and the maximum level (completely white level) is set to
100 (%).

Notes
With a subject that exceeds a brightness level of 100 IRE, the image may become overexposed.
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > Peaking
Operation Search

Peaking

Before use
Getting started

You can display an image on the screen with its outlines enhanced with colors. This function helps you
to adjust the focus. The enhanced outlines will not be recorded on the image.

Recording

Playback

[Camera/Mic]

[

Shooting Assist]

[Peaking].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Off
Does not display the enhanced outlines.
(White)
Displays the enhanced outlines in white.
(Red)
Displays the enhanced outlines in red.
(Yellow)
Displays the enhanced outlines in yellow.

Notes
The enhanced outlines may not appear in a dark location.
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > Light Bright
Operation Search

Light Bright

Before use
Getting started

You can set the brightness of the video light.

Recording

[Camera/Mic]

[

Shooting Assist]

[Light Bright].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Standard
Standard brightness.
Bright
Select this mode when you find the video light is not bright enough.

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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Camera/Mic > Audio Level Display
Operation Search

Audio Level Display

Before use
Getting started

You can select whether or not to display the audio level meter.
Shape of the audio level meter differs depending on the [Audio Mode] setting.

Recording

Playback

[Camera/Mic]

[

Shooting Assist]

[Audio Level Display].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

On
Displays audio level meter.

Off
Does not display the audio level meter.

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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Image Quality/Size > REC Mode
Operation Search

REC Mode

Before use
Getting started

You can switch the recording mode to select the movie quality when recording high definition image
quality (HD) movies. The recording time or the type of media device to which the images can be copied
may change, depending on the recording mode selected. ([Standard
] is the default setting.)

Recording
Playback

[Image Quality/Size]

[

REC Mode].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting

2. Select the desired recording mode.

Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

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.”
Models with the NTSC color system:
High definition image quality (HD):
]: 1920
1080/60p quality, AVC HD 28M (PS)*1
[60p Quality
[Highest Quality

[Long Time

1080/60i or 1920
1080/60i or 1920

1080/24p quality, AVC HD 24M (FX)
1080/24p quality, AVC HD 17M (FH)

1080/60i quality, AVC HD 9M (HQ)*2

]: 1440

[Standard
MP4:
1280

]: 1920
]: 1920

[High Quality

]: 1440

1080/60i quality, AVC HD 5M (LP)

720/30p quality

Standard definition image quality (STD):
]: Standard quality, Standard STD 9M (HQ)*3
[Standard
Models with the PAL color system:
High definition image quality (HD):
]: 1920
1080/50p quality, AVC HD 28M (PS)*1
[50p Quality
[Highest Quality

]: 1920

1080/50i, 1920

quality, AVC HD 24M (FX)
]: 1920
1080/50i, 1920
[High Quality
190

1080/25p or 1920
1080/25p or 1920

1080/24p ([24p Mode])
1080/24p ([24p Mode])

quality, AVC HD 17M (FH)
]: 1440
1080/50i quality, AVC HD 9M (HQ)*2
[Standard
[Long Time
MP4:
1280

]: 1440

1080/50i quality, AVC HD 5M (LP)

720/25p quality

Standard definition image quality (STD):
]: Standard quality, Standard STD 9M (HQ)*3
[Standard
* 1 You can select this setting when [ Frame Rate] is set to [60p] (models with the NTSC color system) or [50p]
(models with the PAL color system).
* 2 The default setting.
* 3 Standard image quality (STD) is fixed to this value.

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.

Recording mode

Types of media

PS* FX

FH/HQ/LP

Internal memory on this camcorder
Memory card inserted in this camcorder
External media (USB storage devices)
Blu-ray discs
AVCHD recording discs

* [60p Quality
] (models with the NTSC color system) or [50p Quality
] (models with the PAL color system)
can be set only when the [ Frame Rate] is set to [60p] (models with the NTSC color system) or [50p]
(models with the PAL color system).

Related topics
Information on your camcorder model: Model Information
[Frame Rate]
Recording standard definition image quality (STD) movie: HD/MP4/STD Setting
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Image Quality/Size > Frame Rate
Operation Search

Frame Rate

Before use
Getting started

You can select the frame rate to be used to record high definition image quality (HD) movies. Using
60i*/50i** is recommended for standard recording. Set [ Frame Rate] first, before setting [ REC
Mode].

Recording
Playback

[Image Quality/Size]

[

Frame Rate].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting

2. Select the desired frame rate.

Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

60i*/50i**
This is an ordinary setting for recording.
60p*/50p**
You can record movies with a volume of data twice that of 60i*/50i** with this setting, and this will
allow you to enjoy clear images. When you play a movie recorded with this setting on a TV, the
TV must be compatible with 60p*/50p** movie playback and you have to set [HDMI Resolution] to
[1080p/480p]*/[1080p/576p]**. If the TV is not compatible with 60p*/50p** movie playback, the
movie will be output as a 60i*/50i** movie.
24p*/25p**
You can record movies which provide an atmosphere closer to that of film images with this setting.
It is recommended that you record movies with this setting using a tripod.
* HDR-PJ790/ PJ790V
** HDR-PJ780E/ PJ780VE/ PJ790E/ PJ790VE

Notes
The media that the recorded images can be saved on will depend on the recording mode that has
been set during recording.

Related topics
REC Mode
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Image Quality/Size > HD/MP4/STD Setting
Operation Search

HD/MP4/STD Setting

Before use
Getting started

You can select the image quality of movies.

Recording

[Image Quality/Size]

[

Setting].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

HD Quality
Records movies in high definition image quality (HD). Enjoy beautiful images on a big screen.
MP4
Records movies in the MP4 format. This format is easy for playing back your movies on a
smartphone, for uploading to a network or for uploading to the Web.
STD Quality
Records movies in standard definition image quality (STD). This is useful for saving your movies
to a DVD.

Notes
When you play or edit movies, only movies with the selected image quality will be displayed on your
camcorder.
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Image Quality/Size > Wide Mode
Operation Search

Wide Mode

Before use
Getting started

When recording standard definition image quality (STD) movies, you can select the horizontal to vertical
ratio.

Recording

Playback

[Image Quality/Size]

[

Wide Mode].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

16:9 WIDE
Records movies to the full screen on a 16:9 (wide) TV screen.
4:3 ( )
Records 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]
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Image Quality/Size > x.v.Color
Operation Search

x.v.Color

Before use
Getting started

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.

Recording

Playback

[Image Quality/Size]

[

x.v.Color].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

On
Select this setting if the recorded movies will be played back on an x.v.Color-compliant TV.
Off
Records in ordinary color range.

Notes
If the movie recorded with this function [On] is played back on a non-x.v.Color-compliant TV, the
color may not be reproduced correctly.
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Image Quality/Size > Image Size
Operation Search

Image Size

Before use
Getting started

You can select a size for the photos you are going to shot.

Recording

[Image Quality/Size]

[

Image Size].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

2. Select the desired image size.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

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
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Playback Function > Event View
Operation Search

Event View

Before use
Getting started

You can display the Event View screen.

Recording

[Playback Function]

[Event View].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Related topics

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

Playing movies and photos from the Event View screen
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Playback Function > Map View (HDR-PJ780VE/ PJ790V/
PJ790VE)
Operation Search
Before use

Map View (HDR-PJ780VE/ PJ790V/ PJ790VE)

Getting started
Recording

You can display the Map View screen.
1.

Playback

[Playback Function]

[Map View].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Related topics
Maintenance and precautions

Playing movies and photos from a map (Models with GPS)

Contents list

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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Playback Function > Highlight Movie
Operation Search

Highlight Movie

Before use
Getting started

You can view the Highlight Movie you have saved.

Recording

[Playback Function]

[Highlight Movie].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

2. Select the desired Highlight Movie.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Related topics
Converting Highlight Playback scenes or Highlight Scenarios to standard definition image quality (STD)
(Highlight Movie)
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Playback Function > Scenario
Operation Search

Scenario

Before use
Getting started

You can view Highlight Scenario that you have saved.

Recording

[Playback Function]

[

Scenario].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

2. Select the desired scenario.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

Related topics
Saving Highlight Playback in high definition image quality (HD) (Scenario Save)

Contents list

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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Edit/Copy > Delete
Operation Search

Delete

Before use
Getting started

[Edit/Copy]

[Delete].

Recording
Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function

2. Select the desired setting ([Multiple Images] or [All In Event]).

Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting

Multiple Images
Select the type of image you want to delete, add check marks

Maintenance and precautions

select

to the desired images, and then

Contents list

All In Event
You can delete all images in the selected date at one time.
Select the date you want to delete using

, and then select

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.

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Related topics
Release protection: [Protect]
[Format]
To divide a movie: Dividing a movie
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Edit/Copy > Protect
Operation Search

Protect

Before use
Getting started

Protect movies and photos to avoid deleting them by mistake.
will be displayed on the protected images.

Recording
Playback

[Edit/Copy]

[Protect].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
2. Select the desired setting ([Multiple Images] or [Set All In Event]).

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Multiple Images
Select the type of image you want to protect, add check marks
select

to the desired images, and then

You can select multiple images.
so that the
Select the image with

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

, and then select

You cannot select multiple dates.

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
/

, and then select

.
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Edit/Copy > Copy
Operation Search

Copy

Before use
Getting started

You can copy images stored on the recording media of the camcorder. The original copy of the image
will not be deleted after the copy operation has been completed.
After you select [Copy], a display asking you to select the source and the destination for the images to
be copied appears. Select the desired item.

Recording
Playback
Playing images on a TV

[Edit/Copy]

[Copy].

Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

2. Select the desired setting ([Multiple Images] or [All In Event]).
Multiple Images
Select the type of image you want to copy, add check marks
select

to the desired images, and then

You can select multiple images.

All In Event
You can copy all images in the selected date at one time. Select the type of image you want to
copy, select the date you want to copy using

, and then select

You cannot select multiple dates.

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.
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You cannot copy images stored on the memory card to the internal memory of the camcorder
(models without a USB input function).

Related topics
Checking the image copied: [Media Select]
Saving images on an external media device easily
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Edit/Copy > Direct Copy
Operation Search

Direct Copy

Before use
Getting started

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.

Recording
Playback
Playing images on a TV

1. Press

(View Images).

[Edit/Copy]

[Direct Copy].

Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

3. Follow the instructions that appear on the LCD screen.

Contents list
Related topics
Saving images on an external media device easily
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > Media Select
Operation Search

Media Select

Before use
Getting started

You can select the recording medium on which the images will be saved.

Recording

[Setup]

[

Media Settings]

[Media Select].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

2. Select the desired recording medium.
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Maintenance and precautions
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > Media Info
Operation Search

Media Info

Before use
Getting started

You can check the remaining recordable time for movies and the approximate free and used media
storage space of the recording media.

Recording

Playback

[Setup]

[

Media Settings]

[Media Info].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
2. Select the recording medium that you want to view the information.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

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]
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > Format
Operation Search

Format

Before use
Getting started

Formatting deletes all the movies and photos to recover recordable free space.

Recording

[Setup]

[

Media Settings]

[Format].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

2. Select the recording medium that you want to format, and then select

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

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 memory from being recovered
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 memory is selected on the [Format] screen, select [Empty].

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.
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.

Related topics
Information on your camcorder model: Model Information
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > Repair Img. DB F.
Operation Search

Repair Img. DB F.

Before use
Getting started

The camcorder may be able to repair the damaged database file using this menu item.

Recording

[Setup]

[

Media Settings]

[Repair Img. DB F.].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

2. Select the recording medium that you want to repair, and then select

Troubleshooting

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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > File Number
Operation Search

File Number

Before use
Getting started

You can select the way to assign file number of photos/MP4 movies.

Recording

[Setup]

[

Media Settings]

[File Number].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Series
Assigns file numbers of photos/MP4 movies in sequence.
The file number becomes larger each time you record a photo/MP4 movie. 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.

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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > Data Code
Operation Search

Data Code

Before use
Getting started

During playback, your camcorder displays the information recorded automatically at the time of
recording. You can check the following information.

Recording

Playback

[Setup]

[

Playback Settings]

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Off
Data code is not displayed.
Date/Time
Displays the date and time.
Camera Data
Displays camera setting data.
Coordinates*
Displays coordinates.
* HDR-PJ780VE/ PJ790V/ PJ790VE

Date/Time

Date
Time
Camera Data
Movie

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[Data Code].

Photo

SteadyShot off
White Balance
Shutter Speed
IRIS (Aperture value)
Gain
Brightness
Exposure
Flash
Coordinates (Models with GPS)

Latitude
Longitude
Notes
The data code is displayed on the TV screen if you connect your camcorder to a TV.
Depending on the recording media condition, [-- -- --] may appear.
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > Volume
Operation Search

Volume

Before use
Getting started

You can adjust the volume of playback sound.

Recording

[Setup]

[

Playback Settings]

[Volume].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

2. Adjust the volume using

Troubleshooting

Maintenance and precautions
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > Download Music (HDR-PJ790/ PJ790V)
Operation Search

Download Music (HDR-PJ790/ PJ790V)

Before use
Getting started

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.”

Recording

Playback

[Setup]

[

Playback Settings]

[Download Music].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
2. Follow the instructions that appear on the display.
For details, refer to “Music Transfer” Help.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > Empty Music (HDR-PJ790/ PJ790V)
Operation Search

Empty Music (HDR-PJ790/ PJ790V)

Before use
Getting started

You can delete all music files stored on the camcorder.

Recording

[Setup]

[

Playback Settings]

[Empty Music].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

2. Select [OK] or [Cancel].
Notes
If you delete music files using [Empty Music], the music data recorded on your camcorder at the
factory will be deleted as well.

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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > TV Type
Operation Search

TV Type

Before use
Getting started

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.

Recording

Playback

[Setup]

[

Connection]

[TV Type].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

16:9
Select this to view your movies on a 16:9 (wide) TV.
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.
Movies and photos recorded in 16:9 (wide) mode Movies and photos recorded in 4:3 mode

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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > HDMI Resolution
Operation Search

HDMI Resolution

Before use
Getting started

Select the output image resolution when connecting your camcorder to a TV with an HDMI cable.

Recording

[Setup]

[

Connection]

[HDMI Resolution].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

Auto
Normal setting (outputs the signal according to the TV automatically).

Contents list
1080p/480p* / 1080p/576p**
Outputs high definition image quality (HD) / MP4 movies with a 1080p signal and standard image
quality (STD) movies with a 480p*/576p** signal.
Select this setting when you watch movies that have been recorded with [ Frame Rate] set to
[60p]*/[50p]**, on the 60p*/50p** compliant TV.
1080i/480i* / 1080i/576i**
Outputs high definition image quality (HD) / MP4 movies with a 1080i signal and standard image
quality (STD) movies with a 480i*/576i** signal.
720p/480p* / 720p/576p**
Outputs high definition image quality (HD) / MP4 movies with a 720p signal and standard image
quality (STD) movies with a 480p*/576p** signal.
480p* / 576p**
Outputs the 480p*/576p** signal.
480i* / 576i**
Outputs the 480i*/576i** signal.
* HDR-PJ790/ PJ790V
** HDR-PJ780E/ PJ780VE/ PJ790E/ PJ790VE

Notes
When [ Frame Rate] is set to [60p]*/[50p]** and [HDMI Resolution] is set to
[720p/480p]*/[720p/576p]** or [480p]*/[576p]**, HDMI signals cannot be output during recording.
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > CTRL FOR HDMI (Control for HDMI)
Operation Search

CTRL FOR HDMI (Control for HDMI)

Before use
Getting started

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]

Recording

Playback

[Setup]

[

Connection]

[CTRL FOR HDMI].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

On
Operates your camcorder using the TV’s Remote Commander.
Off
Does not operate your camcorder using the TV’s Remote Commander.

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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > USB Connect
Operation Search

USB Connect

Before use
Getting started

Select this item when a USB connection does not start even when you connect the camcorder to an
external device with the USB Cable.

Recording

Playback

[Setup]

[

Connection]

[USB Connect].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
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Maintenance and precautions
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > USB Connect Setting
Operation Search

USB Connect Setting

Before use
Getting started

You can set the USB transfer mode for connecting the camcorder to a computer or other USB device.

Recording

[Setup]

[

Connection]

[USB Connect Setting].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

Auto
The camcorder automatically selects the USB transfer mode depending on the connected device.

Contents list
MTP
This is a USB transfer mode compatible with certain types of computers.
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 [
/
/
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 “PlayMemories Home” software.
If the “Device Stage*” window does not open when you connect the camcorder to a computer
equipped with Windows 7 or Windows 8, set [USB Connect Setting] to [Auto].
* “Device Stage” is a menu of Windows 7 or Windows 8, that is used to manage devices (camcorder, camera,
etc.) that are connected to the computer.

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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > USB LUN Setting
Operation Search

USB LUN Setting

Before use
Getting started

Improves compatibility with external devices by limiting the functions of the USB connection.

Recording

[Setup]

[

Connection]

[USB LUN Setting].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

Multi
Use this setting for ordinary operations.

Contents list
Single
Try this setting only if you cannot connect to an external device.

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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > Beep
Operation Search

Beep

Before use
Getting started

You can turn on or off the operation sound.

Recording

[Setup]

[

General Settings]

[Beep].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

On
A melody sounds when you start/stop recording, or operate your camcorder.

Contents list
Off
Cancels the melody.

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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > LCD Brightness
Operation Search

LCD Brightness

Before use
Getting started

You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen.

Recording

[Setup]

[

General Settings]

[LCD Brightness ].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

Normal
Normal setting (normal brightness).

Contents list
Bright
Select this when the LCD screen is not bright enough.
This adjustment does not affect the recorded images in any way.

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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > Your Location (HDR-PJ780VE/ PJ790V/ PJ790VE)
Operation Search

Your Location (HDR-PJ780VE/ PJ790V/ PJ790VE)

Before use
Getting started

You can display your current location.

Recording

[Setup]

[

General Settings]

[Your Location].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

Your current location appears on the Map View.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

Related topics
Obtaining a map of the current location (triangulation priority mode) (Models with GPS)

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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > Airplane Mode (HDR-PJ780VE/ PJ790V/ PJ790VE)
Operation Search

Airplane Mode (HDR-PJ780VE/ PJ790V/ PJ790VE)

Before use
Getting started

You can deactivate all GPS related settings temporarily when you are on board an airplane.

Recording

[Setup]

[

General Settings]

[Airplane Mode].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

Off
Normal setting.

Contents list
On ( )
Use the setting when you are on board an airplane.

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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > GPS Setting (HDR-PJ780VE/ PJ790V/ PJ790VE)
Operation Search

GPS Setting (HDR-PJ780VE/ PJ790V/ PJ790VE)

Before use
Getting started

You can select whether the camcorder receives or does not receive GPS signals.

Recording

[Setup]

[

General Settings]

[GPS Setting].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

On
Receives GPS signals.
The location information will not be recorded until triangulating is finished successfully.
Off
Does not receive GPS signals.
The location information that has previously been recorded will be invalid.

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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > REC Lamp
Operation Search

REC Lamp

Before use
Getting started

You can make the camera recording lamp on the front of your camcorder not to turn on.

Recording

[Setup]

[

General Settings]

[REC Lamp].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

On
The camera recording lamp lights up.

Contents list
Off
The camera recording lamp does not light up.

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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > Remote Ctrl
Operation Search

Remote Ctrl

Before use
Getting started

[Setup]

[

General Settings]

[Remote Ctrl].

Recording
Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function

2. Select the desired item.

Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

On
Select this when you use the supplied Wireless Remote Commander.
Off
Select this when you do not use supplied Wireless Remote Commander.

Related topics
Parts and controls (Wireless Remote Commander)
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > Language Setting
Operation Search

Language Setting

Before use
Getting started

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.

Recording
Playback

[Setup]

[

General Settings]

[Language Setting].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting

2. Select the desired language.

Maintenance and precautions

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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > 24p Mode (HDR-PJ780E/ PJ780VE/ PJ790E/
PJ790VE)
Operation Search
Before use

24p Mode (HDR-PJ780E/ PJ780VE/ PJ790E/ PJ790VE)

Getting started
Recording

You can record 24p movies with changing the signal format.
1.

Playback

[Setup]

[

General Settings]

[24p Mode]

[OK].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

If you want to return the system to 50i mode, select [OK] in the [Cancel 24p Mode] screen.
Notes
The camcorder reboots each time you change the setting.
When you change the setting, formatting the recording media is required.
When you select [24p Mode], the following settings will be limited.
The movie recording format is limited to AVCHD 24p (FX, FH).
Depending on the connected TV, images may not be played back normally because the video
signal output from the camcorder is in the NTSC format.
You cannot set [
/
/
Setting] and [ Frame Rate].
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > Calibration
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Calibration

Before use
Getting started

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.

Recording
Playback

[Setup]

2. Touch “

” displayed on the screen with the corner of memory card or the like 3 times.

[

General Settings]

[Calibration].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Touch [Cancel] to cancel calibration.
Notes
If 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.
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > Battery Info
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Battery Info

Before use
Getting started

You can check the estimated remaining capacity of the battery.

Recording

[Setup]

[

General Settings]

[Battery Info].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

The battery information appears.
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > Power Save
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Power Save

Before use
Getting started

You can change the settings for the backlight of the LCD screen and the power status of the camcorder.

Recording

[Setup]

[

General Settings]

[Power Save].

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Standard
The backlight of the LCD screen turns dark 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
The brightness of the LCD screen is adjusted to the surrounding brightness automatically.
The backlight of the LCD screen turns dark 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.
Off
The backlight of the LCD screen is always on brightly. The camcorder does not turn off
automatically.

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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > Initialize
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Initialize

Before use
Getting started

All the settings return to the default.
Even if you use this function, all movies and photos are retained.

Recording

Playback

[Setup]

[

General Settings]

[Initialize].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > Demo Mode
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Demo Mode

Before use
Getting started

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 mode set, a demonstration movie starts
playing.

Recording
Playback

[Setup]

[

General Settings]

[Demo Mode].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting

2. Select the desired item.

Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

On
Make the settings for playback of the demonstration movie.
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.
A movie you have recorded will be registered as the demonstration movie if it satisfies all of the
following conditions.
The movie is protected.
The movie is the one that was recorded first.
The movie is saved on the internal memory.
The movie is recorded with high definition image quality (HD).
When you operate your camcorder, the demonstration playback will be suspended.
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > Date & Time Setting
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Date & Time Setting

Before use
Getting started

[Setup]

[

Clock Settings]

[Date & Time Setting].

Recording
Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function

2. Select the desired item ([Date & Time Format], [Daylight Savings]/[Summer Time], or [Date & Time]).

Customizing your camcorder
Date & Time Format
You can select one from 4 types of date and time format.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

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.

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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > Area Setting
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Area Setting

Before use
Getting started

You can adjust a time difference without stopping the clock. Select your local area when using the
camcorder in other time zones.

Recording

Playback

[Setup]

[

Clock Settings]

[Area Setting].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
2. Select the desired item.
For models without GPS

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Home
Select this item when you are going to use the camcorder in the area where you are living.
Destination ( )
Select this item when you want to use the camcorder with the area setting set to another place.

For models with GPS
Set the area.

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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > Auto Clock ADJ (HDR-PJ780VE/ PJ790V/
PJ790VE)
Operation Search
Before use

Auto Clock ADJ (HDR-PJ780VE/ PJ790V/ PJ790VE)

Getting started
Recording

The camcorder can maintain accurate time automatically by acquiring time information from the GPS
system.

Playback

[Setup]

[

Clock Settings]

[Auto Clock ADJ ].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting

2. Select the desired item.

Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

On
Maintains accurate time automatically.
Off
Does not maintain accurate time using the GPS system.

Notes
You must set the date and time on your camcorder before use. [Details]
There may be discrepancies of a few seconds even if [Auto Clock ADJ ] is activated.
This function automatically adjusts the clock when the camcorder receives GPS signals and finishes
triangulating successfully while the power is on. Once the clock is adjusted, it will not be adjusted
until the next time you turn the camcorder on again.
The clock may not be adjusted to the correct time automatically using the GPS system, depending
on the country/region selected for your camcorder. In this case, set [Auto Clock ADJ ] to [Off].
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Top page > Customizing your camcorder > Setup > Auto Area ADJ (HDR-PJ780VE/ PJ790V/ PJ790VE)
Operation Search

Auto Area ADJ (HDR-PJ780VE/ PJ790V/ PJ790VE)

Before use
Getting started

The camcorder can compensate for time differences automatically by acquiring location information from
the GPS system.

Recording

Playback

[Setup]

[

Clock Settings]

[Auto Area ADJ].

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
2. Select the desired item.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

On
Compensates for time differences automatically.
Off
Does not compensate for time differences automatically.

Notes
You must set the date and time on your camcorder before use. [Details]
The camcorder may not compensate for the time difference automatically, depending on the
country/region selected for your camcorder. In this case, set [Auto Area ADJ] to [Off].
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Top page > Troubleshooting > If you have problems > If you have problems
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If you have problems

Before use
Getting started

If you run into any problems using your camcorder, follow the steps below.

Recording

1. Check the items under “Troubleshooting”, and inspect your camcorder.
:
” appears on the screen, see “Self-diagnosis display.”
If a code such as “C:(or E:)

Playback
Playing images on a TV

2. Disconnect the power source, attach the power source again after about 1 minute, and turn the
camcorder on.

Saving images with an external
device

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.

Using the Wi-Fi function

4. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
You may need to initialize or change the current internal memory of your camcorder depending
on the problem. If you do so, the data stored on the internal memory will be deleted. Be sure to
save the data on the internal memory on other media (backup) before sending your camcorder
for repair. We will not compensate you for any loss of internal memory data.
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.

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Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

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Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Overall operations/Wireless Remote Commander
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Overall operations/Wireless Remote Commander

Before use
Getting started

The power does not turn on.

Recording
Playback

Attach a charged battery pack to the camcorder. [Details]

Playing images on a TV

The plug of the AC Adaptor has been disconnected from the wall outlet (wall socket). Connect it to
the wall outlet (wall socket). [Details]

Saving images with an external
device

The camcorder does not operate even when the power is set to on.
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

It 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])

Contents list

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]
[ Self-Timer]
[Tele Macro]

The camcorder gets warm.
Your camcorder may become warm during operation. This is not a malfunction.

A rattling noise is heard when the camcorder is shaken.
If no noise is heard when the camcorder is turned on and is in the movie/photo recording mode, the
noise is produced by the movement of the internal lens. This is not a malfunction.

Intelligent Auto is canceled.
The Intelligent Auto setting is canceled if you change the following settings:
[Smth Slw REC]
[Golf Shot]
[White Balance]
[Spot Meter/Fcs]
[Spot Meter]
[Spot Focus]
[Exposure]
[Focus]
[Low Lux]
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[Scene Selection]
[ Cinematone]
[Auto Wind NR]
[Tele Macro]
[ SteadyShot]
[ SteadyShot]
[Auto Back Light]
[Face Detection]

The supplied Wireless Remote Commander does not function.
Set [Remote Ctrl] to [On]. [Details]
Insert a battery into the battery holder with the +/– polarities correctly matching the +/– marks.
[Details]
Remove any obstructions between the Wireless Remote Commander and the remote sensor.
Point the remote sensor away from strong light sources such as direct sunlight or overhead lighting.
Otherwise, the Wireless Remote Commander may not function properly.

Another DVD device operates when you use the supplied Wireless Remote Commander.
Select a commander mode other than DVD 2 for your DVD device, or cover the sensor of your DVD
device with black paper.

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Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Batteries/power sources
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Batteries/power sources

Before use
Getting started

The power abruptly turns off.

Recording
Playback

Use the AC Adaptor.

Playing images on a TV

In the default setting, the camcorder turns itself off when no operations are performed for about 2
minutes ([Power Save]). Change the setting of [Power Save], or turn on the power again. [Details]

Saving images with an external
device

Charge the battery pack. [Details]

Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting

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]

Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

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.
If 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 environment in which the camcorder is used.

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]

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Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > LCD screen/viewfinder
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LCD screen/viewfinder

Before use
Getting started

Menu items are grayed out.

Recording

You cannot select grayed out items in the current recording/playback situation.

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function

There are some functions you cannot activate simultaneously.

The buttons do not appear on the LCD screen.
Touch the LCD screen lightly.

Customizing your camcorder

The buttons on the touch panel do not work correctly or do not work at all.

Troubleshooting

Adjust the touch panel ([Calibration]). [Details]
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

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 dots are a normal result of the manufacturing 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 ([Power Save]). [Details]

The image in the viewfinder is not clear.
Move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever until the image appears clearly. [Details]

The image in the viewfinder is no-longer displayed.
Close the LCD panel. Even if the viewfinder is pulled out, no image is displayed in the viewfinder
when the LCD panel is open.

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Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Memory card
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Memory card

Before use
Getting started

Operations using the memory card cannot be performed.

Recording

If you use the memory card formatted on a computer, format it again on your camcorder. [Details]

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function

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.

Customizing your camcorder

The data file name is not indicated correctly or flashes.

Troubleshooting

The file is damaged.
Maintenance and precautions
The file format is not supported by your camcorder. [Details]
Contents list

Images cannot be played back or the memory card is not recognized.
The playback device does not support playing back memory cards. [Details]

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Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Recording
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Recording

Before use
Getting started

Refer also to “Memory card”.

Recording
Playback

Pressing START/STOP or PHOTO does not record images.

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device

The playback screen is displayed. Stop playback, and select
Movie] or [

[Shooting Mode]

[

Photo].

Using the Wi-Fi function

Your camcorder is recording the image you have just shot on the recording media. You cannot make
new recording during this period.

Customizing your camcorder

The recording media is full. Delete unnecessary images. [Details]

Troubleshooting

Total number of movie scenes or photos exceeds the recordable capacity of your camcorder
[Details][Details]. Delete unnecessary images [Details].

Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Photos cannot be recorded.
You cannot record photos together with:
[Smth Slw REC]
[Golf Shot]
[ Fader]
The camcorder cannot shoot photos while it is in the movie recording mode, depending on the [
REC Mode] or [ Frame Rate] selected.

The access lamp remains lit or flashing even if recording has 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 different depending on the condition of your camcorder. This is not a
malfunction.

The flash does not work.
You cannot record with the built-in flash while:
(Movie) lamp is on
the
[Conversion Lens] is set to other than [Off]
(Auto redeye reduction) is selected, you cannot use the flash with:
Even if auto flash or
NightShot
manually-set [IRIS] or [Shutter Speed] (when either one of them has been assigned to the
MANUAL dial)
[Spot Meter/Fcs]
[Spot Meter]
[Manual] in [Exposure]
[Night Scene], [Sunrise&Sunset], [Fireworks], [Landscape], [Spotlight], [Beach] or [Snow] in [Scene
Selection]
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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.
If you keep applying vibration on the camcorder, recording may stop.

There is a slight time lag between the moment when START/STOP is pressed and the
actual movie recording starts or stops.
On your camcorder, there may be a slight time difference between the moment when you press
START/STOP and when the actual movie recording 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 and MP4 movies are 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 [

SteadyShot] to [Active] or [Standard] [Details], [

SteadyShot] to [On] [Details].

Even if [ SteadyShot] is set to [Active] or [Standard], [
not be able to compensate for excessive vibrations.

SteadyShot] to [On], your camcorder may

Set [Conversion Lens] to [Off].

Images cannot be recorded or played back correctly.
If 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 across the camcorder 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.

The color of the image is not correctly displayed.
Press NIGHTSHOT to cancel the NightShot function. [Details]

The screen image is bright, and the subject does not appear on the screen.
Press NIGHTSHOT to cancel the NightShot function. [Details]
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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 [

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.

Sound is not recorded correctly.
If you connect or disconnect an external microphone, etc. while recording movies, the sound may not
be recorded correctly. The sound will be recorded correctly by restoring the microphone connection at
the start of movie recording.
If you turn the volume down to the minimum level by adjusting in [Audio Rec Level], the sound of
movies cannot be recorded. [Details]

Photos are recorded automatically.
In the default setting, photos are recorded automatically when the camcorder detects a smile ([Smile
Shutter]). [Details]

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Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Playback
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Playback

Before use
Getting started

Images cannot be played back.

Recording

Select the type of recording media you want to play back. [Details]

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

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.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

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.

appears 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.

appears on a thumbnail.
The image data base file may be damaged.
Check the data base file by selecting
DB F.]

[Setup]

[

Media Settings]

the recording medium. If it still appears, delete the image with

[Repair Img.

. [Details]

No sound or only a quiet sound is heard during playback.
Turn up the volume. [Details]
If you turn the volume down to the minimum level by adjusting in [Audio Rec Level], the sound of
movies cannot be recorded. [Details]
Sounds are not recorded while shooting with [Smth Slw REC] or [Golf Shot].

Left and right sound is heard unbalanced when playing back movies on computers or
other devices.
Change the sound conversion type (downmix type) when playing back on 2ch stereo devices. Refer
to the instruction manual supplied with your playback device for details.
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Change the sound to 2ch when creating a disc using the “PlayMemories Home” software.
This happens when sound recorded in 5.1ch surround is converted to 2ch (normal stereo sound) by a
computer or other device. This is not a malfunction.
Record sound with [Audio Mode] set to [2ch Stereo]. [Details]

The demonstration movies cannot be played.
Select the internal memory for the recording media, and the high definition image quality (HD).

A movie is played back automatically.
Movies play automatically as a demonstration movie when the filmed movie meets a certain
condition on your camcorder. This is not a malfunction. [Details]

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Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Editing movies/photos on your camcorder
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Editing movies/photos on your camcorder

Before use
Getting started

Unable to edit.

Recording

Unable to edit because of the condition of the image.

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device

You cannot edit the files based on Map View (models with GPS).

A movie cannot be divided.

Customizing your camcorder

The following movies cannot be divided.
Movies that are too short
MP4 movies

Troubleshooting

Release the protection, and then divide. [Details]

Using the Wi-Fi function

Maintenance and precautions

The demonstration movies cannot be deleted.
Contents list
Release the protection, and then delete them. [Details]

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Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Playback on the TV
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Playback on the TV

Before use
Getting started

Neither image nor sound is played on the connected TV.

Recording

Images are not output from the HDMI OUT jack, if copyright protection signals are recorded in the
images.

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

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.
It is recommended you record images using the outer frame of [Grid Line] as a guide. [Details]

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

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.
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.

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Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Copying/Connecting to other devices
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Copying/Connecting to other devices

Before use
Getting started

Images are not copied correctly.

Recording
Playback

You cannot copy images using the HDMI cable.

Playing images on a TV

An AV Cable (sold separately) is not connected properly. Make sure that the cable is connected to
the input jack of the device. [Details]

Saving images with an external
device
Related topics
Using the Wi-Fi function

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Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Connecting to a computer
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Connecting to a computer

Before use
Getting started

“PlayMemories Home” cannot be installed.

Recording

An Internet connection is required to install “PlayMemories Home.”

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function

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.

Customizing your camcorder

The camcorder is not recognized by the computer.

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Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Disconnect all USB devices from the USB jack of your computer except the keyboard, mouse, and
your camcorder.
Disconnect the Built-in USB Cable from the computer 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 the external
devices at the same time, disconnect the one that is not connected to a computer.

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Self-diagnosis display

Before use
Getting started

If indicators appear on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder, 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. When you contact them, give them the complete error code
beginning with C or E displayed on the screen.

Recording
Playback
Playing images on a TV

You may hear a melody when an important warning indicator appears on the screen.

Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
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Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

C:(or E:)

(Self-diagnosis display)

Contents list
C:04:
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 securely to the DC IN jack of your camcorder. [Details]
C:06:
The battery pack temperature is high. Change the battery pack or place it in a cool place.
/ C:32:
C:13:

Remove the power source. Reconnect it and operate your camcorder again.
:
Follow the steps from 2 on “If you have problems”.

(Battery level warning)
The battery pack is nearly used up.
Depending on the operating environment or battery conditions,

may flash even with about 20

minutes of power remaining.

(Warning indicator pertaining to battery pack temperature)
The battery pack temperature is high. Change the battery pack or place it in a cool place.

(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”.
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No memory card is inserted. [Details]
Fast flashing
There is not enough free spaces for recording images. After storing the images on other media,
delete unnecessary images [Details], or format the memory card [Details].
The image data base file may be damaged.
Check the data base file by selecting
DB F.]

[Setup]

[

Media Settings]

[Repair Img.

the recording medium.

The memory card is damaged.

(Warning indicators pertaining to memory card formatting)
The memory card is damaged.
The memory card is not formatted correctly. [Details]

(Warning indicator pertaining to incompatible memory card)
Incompatible memory card is inserted. [Details]

(Warning indicator pertaining to the write-protect of the memory card)
The memory card is write-protected.
Access to the memory card was restricted on another device.

(Warning indicator pertaining to the external device)
The image data base file may be damaged.
Check the data base file by selecting
DB F.]

[Setup]

[

Media Settings]

[Repair Img.

the recording medium.

The external device is damaged.

(Warning indicators pertaining to external device formatting)
The external device is damaged.
The external device is not formatted correctly

(Warning indicator pertaining to camera-shake warning)
The amount of lights is not sufficient, so camera-shake easily occurs. Use the flash.
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.

(Warning indicator pertaining to photo recording)
The recording media is full.
Photos cannot be recorded during processing. Wait for a while, then record.
], [60p Quality
] (models with NTSC color
When [ REC Mode] is set to [Highest Quality
system) or [50p Quality
] (models with PAL color system), you cannot capture photos while
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Warning Indicators

Before use
Getting started

If messages appear on the screen, follow the instructions.

Recording
Playback

Cannot recognize the internal memory. Format and use again.

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device

The internal memory of the camcorder is set differently from the default format. Performing [Format]
may enable you to use your camcorder. Formatting will delete all data in the internal recording
medium. [Details]

Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

Data error.
An error occurred during reading or writing the internal memory of the camcorder.

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Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

If the message is preceded by a GPS indicator, there may be some trouble with the GPS receiver.
Turn on your camcorder again.
This may occur when you keep applying shock to 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], a new 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 “PlayMemories Home” software.

There is no Image Database File Movies cannot be recorded or played Create a new file?
There is no HD movie management information. Create new information?
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.

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
select

, 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.
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Select
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 “PlayMemories Home” software installed on the computer.
However, 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.

Reinsert the memory card.
Reinsert the memory card a few times. If the indicator continues to flash even after reinserting, the
memory card could be damaged. Try with another memory card.

Cannot recognize this memory card. Format and use again.
Format the memory card. Note that when you format the memory card, all the recorded movies and
photos are deleted. [Details]

The maximum number of still image folders has been reached. Cannot record still
images.
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 movies.
This memory card may not be able to record or play images correctly.
Use a memory card recommended for your camcorder. [Details]

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
DB F.]

the recording medium.
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[Setup]

[

Media Settings]

[Repair Img.

If 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.
If 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.

Others

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.

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Top page > Maintenance and precautions > Maintenance and precautions > About the AVCHD format
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About the AVCHD format

Before use
Getting started

What is the AVCHD format?
Recording
Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device

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.

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GPS)
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Before use

About GPS (Models with GPS)

The GPS (Global Positioning System) is a system that calculates geographical location from highly
accurate US space satellites. This system allows you to pinpoint your exact location on the earth. The
GPS satellites are located in 6 orbits, approximately 20,000 km above the earth. The GPS system
consists of 24 or more GPS satellites. A GPS receiver receives radio signals from the satellites, and
calculates the current location of the receiver based on the orbital information (almanac data) and travel
time of the signals, etc.
Determining a location is called “triangulation.” A GPS receiver can determine the location’s latitude and
longitude by receiving signals from 3 or more satellites.
As the positions of GPS satellites vary constantly, it may take longer to determine the location or the
receiver may not be able to determine the location at all, depending on the location and time you use
the camcorder.
“GPS” is a system for determining geographic location by triangulating radio signals from GPS
satellites. Avoid using the GPS feature on your camcorder in places where radio signals are blocked
or reflected, such as a shadowy place surrounded by buildings or trees, etc. Use the camcorder in
open sky environments.
You may not be able to record location information when radio signals from the GPS satellites do not
reach the camcorder such as in the following situations:
In tunnels, indoors or under the shade of buildings.
Between tall buildings or at narrow streets surrounded by buildings.
In underground locations, locations surrounded by dense trees, under an elevated bridge, or in
locations where magnetic fields are generated, such as near high voltage cables.
Near devices that generate radio signals of the same frequency band as the camcorder: near 1.5
GHz band mobile telephones, etc.
When you upload to or share on the web images recorded with [GPS Setting] set to [On], location
information may unintentionally be made known to others. If you want to avoid that situation, set
[GPS Setting] to [Off].

On triangulation errors
If you move to another location right after turning the camcorder on, it may take a longer time for the
camcorder to start triangulating, compared to when you stay in the same place.
Error caused by the position of GPS satellites
The camcorder automatically triangulates your current location when the camcorder receives radio
signals from 3 or more GPS satellites. The triangulating error allowed by the GPS satellites is about
10 m (33 feet). Depending on the environment of the location, the triangulating error can be greater.
In this case, your actual location may not match the location on the map based on the GPS
information. Meanwhile, the GPS satellites are controlled by the United States Department of
Defense, and the degree of accuracy may be changed intentionally.
Error during the triangulating process
The camcorder acquires location information periodically during triangulating. There is a slight time
lag between when the location information is acquired and when the location information is recorded
on an image, therefore, the actual recording location may not match the exact location on the map
based on the GPS information.

On GPS use restriction
Use GPS in accordance with the situation and regulations of the countries/regions where you use the
camcorder.

On the map data
The camcorder contains map data for the following countries/regions. Europe, Japan, North America,
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Oceania, etc.
Built-in map is powered by companies as follows; Map of Japan by Zenrin Co., Ltd., other areas by
NAVTEQ.
The map data included is as of the date of production of this manual.
GPS maps will appear in 2-dimensional graphics except for certain landmarks in Japan, which will
appear in 3D.
The map always displays the north at the top.
You cannot change the language on the map.
You cannot update the map data.
The scale of the map is 25 m to 6,000 km. (models available in the US: 100 feet to 6,000 miles)

On the geographic coordinate system
The “WGS-84” geographic coordinate system is used.

On copyright
The map data of the camcorder is copyrighted. Unauthorized copying or other usage of the map data
may be contrary to the copyright laws.

On the navigation function
The camcorder does not have a navigation function that uses GPS.

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Top page > Maintenance and precautions > Maintenance and precautions > About the memory card
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About the memory card

A memory card formatted by a computer (Windows OS/Mac OS) is not guaranteed to be compatible
with your camcorder.
Data read/write speed may vary depending on the combination of the memory card and memory card
compliant product you use.
Data may be damaged or lost 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)
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 card.
Do not allow the memory card to 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 sun
Places under direct sunlight
Places with extremely high humidity or subject to corrosive gases

On the memory card adaptor
If using the memory card adaptor to allow use of a memory card in a device compatible with memory
cards, make sure that the memory card is inserted facing in the correct direction.

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).
If you cannot use memory cards that have been used with another 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)
“Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” media
“Memory Stick XC-HG Duo” media
This product does not support 8-bit parallel data transfer but it supports 4-bit parallel data transfer the
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same as with “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media.
This product cannot record or play back data that uses “MagicGate” technology. “MagicGate” is a
copyright protection technology that records and transfers the contents in an encrypted format.
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Top page > Maintenance and precautions > Maintenance and precautions > About the “InfoLITHIUM”
battery pack
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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

Playing images on a TV

What is an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack?

Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function

mark.

An “InfoLITHIUM” battery 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).
The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack calculates the power consumption according to the operating
conditions of your camcorder, and displays the remaining battery capacity in minutes.

Customizing your camcorder

To charge the battery pack
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
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.
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.

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. If that happens, one of the following
is recommended to enable longer use of the battery pack:
Put the battery pack in a pocket to warm it up, and install it on your camcorder immediately before
you start shooting.
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.
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.
Depending on the operating conditions or ambient temperature, the
icon that indicates a low
battery may flash even if there are still 20 minutes of power remaining.

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If the 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, cool place.
To discharge the battery pack on your camcorder completely, select
General Settings]

[Power Save]

[Setup]

[

[Off], and leave your camcorder in recording standby until

the power goes off. [Details]

About battery life
Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use. If the interval between charges
becomes significantly short, the battery pack may need to be replaced with a new one.
Each battery’s life depends on storage, operating and environmental conditions.
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Top page > Maintenance and precautions > About handling of your camcorder > On use and care
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On use and care

Before use
Getting started

On recording

Recording

Notes on use
LCD Panel, viewfinder

Playback

About this manual, illustrations and on-screen displays
Playing images on a TV

On use and care

Saving images with an external
device

When not using your camcorder for a long time

Using the Wi-Fi function

Note on the camcorder/battery pack temperature
Notes on charging through the USB cable
When the camcorder is connected to a computer or accessories

Customizing your camcorder

Notes on optional accessories

Troubleshooting

Multi interface shoe
Notes on the Wireless Remote Commander

Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

To change the battery of the Wireless Remote Commander
On handling the LCD screen
LCD screen
To clean the casing and the projector lens
Carl Zeiss lens
To clean the flash
About care and storage of the lens

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 TV that supports the signal format for your camcorder. For details on the signal format, refer to
“Model Information”.
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. If any of those are done, 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
(Movie)/
(Photo) lamps or the access lamp are lit or
flashing
When the camcorder 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.
Use the camcorder in accordance with local regulations.
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LCD Panel, viewfinder
The LCD screen and the viewfinder are 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.

A: White, red, blue or green points
B: Black points

About this manual, illustrations and on-screen displays
Design and specifications of your camcorder and accessories are subject to change without notice.
In this manual, the internal memory of the camcorder 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.

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.

Shoe cover

Lens hood

LCD screen

Built-in USB Cable

Viewfinder

Built-in microphone

Battery pack

Do not aim the camcorder 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.
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.
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Near strong magnetic fields or mechanical vibration. The camcorder may malfunction.
Near strong radio waves or radiation. The camcorder may not be able to record properly.
Near tuner devices such as TVs or radio. Noise may occur.
On a sandy beach or anywhere dusty. If sand or dust gets in your camcorder, it may malfunction.
Sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired.
Near windows or outdoors, where the LCD screen, the viewfinder, or the lens may be exposed to
direct sunlight. This damages the inside of the viewfinder or the LCD screen.
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 with the lens.
Keep the LCD screen and the viewfinder closed when you are not using your camcorder.
Do not operate your camcorder with it wrapped in an object such as a towel. 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 once 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 or
the viewfinder.

Notes on charging through the USB cable
Charging may not be possible with all computers.
If you connect the camcorder to a laptop computer that is not connected to a power source, the
battery of the laptop computer will continue to use up its charge. Do not leave the camcorder
connected to a computer in this manner.
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 with 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 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.
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Notes on optional accessories
We recommend using genuine Sony accessories.
Genuine Sony accessories may not be available in some countries/regions.

Multi interface shoe
When using a dedicated microphone or portable speaker, their power turns on or off according to the
power of your camcorder.
Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the accessory used for details.
To attach an accessory, insert and fix the accessory to the Multi interface shoe by pressing down
and sliding until it stops.
When you are recording movies with an external flash (sold separately) connected to the accessory
shoe, turn off the power of the external flash to prevent charging noise from being recorded.
You cannot use an external flash (sold separately) and the built-in flash at the same time.
When an external microphone (sold separately) is connected, it takes precedence over the built-in
microphone.

Notes on the Wireless Remote Commander
Remove the insulation sheet (A) before using the Wireless Remote Commander.

Point the Wireless Remote Commander towards the remote sensor to operate your camcorder.
When no commands have been sent from the Wireless Remote Commander within a certain period,
/
/
/
, or ENTER again, the
the light blue frame disappears. When you press any of
frame appears at the position where it was last displayed.
You cannot select some buttons on the LCD screen or on the viewfinder using

To change the battery of the Wireless Remote Commander
While pressing on the tab (A), inset your fingernail into the slit to pull out the battery case.
Place a new battery with the + side facing up.
Insert the battery case back into the Wireless Remote Commander until it clicks.

WARNING
Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.
When the lithium battery becomes weak, the operating distance of the Wireless Remote Commander
may shorten, or the Wireless Remote Commander may not function properly. In this case, replace
the battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or
explosion.

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If you leave fingerprints, hand cream, etc. on the LCD screen, the coating of the LCD screen will
come off easily. Wipe those off as soon as possible.
If you wipe the LCD screen strongly with a tissue, etc., the coating of the LCD screen may be
scratched.
If the LCD screen becomes dirty with fingerprints or dust, it is recommended that you gently remove
those from the screen then clean it with a soft cloth, etc.

LCD screen
Do not apply excessive pressure on the LCD screen, as it may cause uneven color and other
damage.
If 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 casing and the projector lens
Wipe the casing and the lens gently with a soft cloth such as a cleaning cloth or eyeglass cleaning
cloth.
If the casing and the projector lens is very dirty, clean the camcorder casing and the lens with a soft
cloth lightly moistened with water, and then wipe the casing and the projector lens with a dry soft
cloth.
Avoid the following so as not to deform the casing, damage the finish or scratch the lens:
Using chemicals such as thinner, benzine, alcohol, chemical cloths, insect repellent, insecticide
and sunscreen
Handling the camcorder with the above substances on your hands
Leaving the camcorder 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. Also, the lens for your
camcorder is T -coated to suppress unwanted reflections and faithfully reproduce colors.
MTF= Modulation Transfer Function. The number value indicates the amount of light from a subject
coming into the lens.

To clean the flash
If the LCD screen becomes dirty with fingerprints or dust, it is recommended that you use a soft cloth
to clean it.

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 and store the lens as described above.

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On moisture condensation

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Playback
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Using the Wi-Fi function
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Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

If your camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside
your camcorder. This may cause a malfunction to your camcorder.
If moisture condensation occurrs, leave your camcorder for about 1 hour without turning it on.
Note on moisture condensation
Moisture may condense when you bring your camcorder from a cold place into a warm place (or vice
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.
You bring your camcorder from an air conditioned car or room into a hot place outside.
You use your camcorder after a squall or a rain.
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).
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On charging the pre-installed rechargeable battery

Getting started
Recording
Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device

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. Charge the pre-installed rechargeable battery before you start using your camcorder.
However, even if the pre-installed rechargeable battery is not charged, the camcorder operation other
than date recording will not be affected.

Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

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.

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Before use

Notes on disposal/transfer the ownership of the camcorder

Getting started
Recording

Note on disposal/transfer the ownership of the camcorder

Playback
Playing images on a TV

Even if you delete all movies and still images, or perform [Format], data on the internal memory may not
be completely erased. It is recommended that you perform [Empty] to prevent the recovery of your data.
[Details]

Saving images with an external
device

Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
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photos > Charging time
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Before use

Charging time

Getting started
Recording

Approximate time (min.) required when you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack.

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function

Battery pack

Charging time
AC Adaptor Built-in USB Cable* (when using your computer)

NP-FV50 (supplied) 155

280

NP-FV70

195

545

NP-FV100

390

1,000

Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

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.

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Before use

Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack

Getting started
Recording time

Recording

Playing time

Playback
Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function

“HD” stands for high definition image quality, and “STD” stands for standard definition image quality.

Recording time
Approximate time available when you use a fully charged battery pack.
(unit: minute)

Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions

Battery pack

Continuous recording time Typical recording time

Image quality

MP4

STD

MP4

STD

NP-FV50 (supplied)

110
115

125
130

115
120

55
55

60
65

55
60

NP-FV70

230
240

260
270

240
250

115
120

130
135

120
125

NP-FV100

455
485

515
535

485
500

225
240

255
265

240
250

Contents list

Top: When the LCD screen is opened
Bottom: When recording with the viewfinder without opening the LCD screen
Each recording time is measured when the camcorder is recording high definition image quality (HD)
].
movies with [ REC Mode] set to [Standard
Typical recording time shows the time when you repeat recording start/stop, switching the [Shooting
Mode], 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, depending on the conditions under which you use
your camcorder, such as when use your camcorder in low temperatures.

Playing time
Approximate time available when you use a fully charged battery pack.
(unit: minute)

Battery pack
Image quality

MP4 STD

NP-FV50 (supplied)

190 200
215 225

215
240

NP-FV70

395 415
440 465

440
490

280

NP-FV100

785 830
870 925

870
980

Top: When the LCD screen is opened
Bottom: When recording with the viewfinder without opening the LCD screen
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Expected recording time of movies

Getting started
Expected recording time of movies

Recording

Bit-rate and recording pixels

Playback
Playing images on a TV

Expected recording time of movies
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

Internal memory
HDR-PJ780E/ PJ780VE
High definition image quality (HD) in h (hour) and min (minute)

Troubleshooting
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Contents list

Recording time

Recording mode
[60p Quality

]/ [50p Quality

]

[Highest Quality
]

[High Quality
[Standard

HDR-PJ780E HDR-PJ780VE

]

2 h 15 min
(2 h 15 min)

3h
(3 h)

2 h 40 min
(2 h 40 min)

4 h 5 min
(4 h 5 min)

3 h 40 min
(3 h 40 min)

7 h 15 min
(5 h 30 min)

6 h 30 min
(4 h 55 min)

12 h 30 min
11 h 15 min
(10 h 15 min) (9 h 15 min)

]

[Long Time

2 h 30 min
(2 h 30 min)

MP4 in h (hour) and min (minute)

Recording time
HDR-PJ780E HDR-PJ780VE
10 h 55 min
9 h 55 min
(10 h 55 min) (9 h 55 min)

Standard definition image quality (STD) in h (hour) and min (minute)

Recording mode
[Standard

]

Recording time
HDR-PJ780E HDR-PJ780VE
7 h 30 min
(6 h 55 min)

6 h 45 min
(6 h 15 min)

HDR-PJ790/ PJ790E/ PJ790V/ PJ790VE
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High definition image quality (HD) in h (hour) and min (minute)

Recording time

Recording mode
]/ [50p Quality

[60p Quality

]

[Highest Quality
]

[High Quality
[Standard

HDR-PJ790/ PJ790E HDR-PJ790V/ PJ790VE

]
]

[Long Time

7 h 45 min
(7 h 45 min)

7 h 30 min
(7 h 30 min)

9 h 5 min
(9 h 5 min)

8 h 50 min
(8 h 50 min)

12 h 25 min
(12 h 25 min)

12 h
(12 h)

21 h 50 min
(16 h 35 min)

21 h 10 min
(16 h 5 min)

37 h 45 min
(31 h)

36 h 30 min
(30 h)

MP4 in h (hour) and min (minute)

Recording time
HDR-PJ790/ PJ790E HDR-PJ790V/ PJ790VE
33 h
(33 h)

32 h
(32 h)

Standard definition image quality (STD) in h (hour) and min (minute)

Recording mode
[Standard

Recording time
HDR-PJ790/ PJ790E HDR-PJ790V/ PJ790VE
22 h 40 min
(20 h 50 min)

]

21 h 55 min
(20 h 10 min)

If you want to record up to the maximum recording time indicated in the table, you need to delete the
demonstration movie on your camcorder.

Memory card
High definition image quality (HD)
(unit: minute)

Recording mode
]/ [50p Quality

[60p Quality

]

[Highest Quality
]

[High Quality
[Standard
[Long Time

16 GB 32 GB 64 GB

]
]

MP4
283

]

75
(75)

150
(150)

305
(305)

85
(85)

180
(180)

360
(360)

120
(120)

245
(245)

490
(490)

210
(160)

430
(325)

865
(655)

370
(300)

740
(610)

1490
(1225)

(unit: minute)

16 GB 32 GB 64 GB
320
(320)

650
(650)

1305
(1305)

Standard definition image quality (STD)
(unit: minute)

Recording mode 16 GB 32 GB 64 GB
[Standard

]

220
(200)

445
(410)

895
(825)

When using a Sony memory card.
Notes
The recordable time may vary depending on the recording and subject conditions, [REC Mode]
[Details] and [ Frame Rate] [Details].
The number in ( ) is the minimum recordable time.
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). And you can record a maximum of
40,000 MP4 movies and photos collectively.
The maximum continuous recording time of movies is approximately 13 hours.
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.

Bit-rate and recording pixels
The following list shows the bit-rate, pixels and aspect ratio of each recording mode for movies (movie +
audio, etc.).
Models with the NTSC color system:
High definition image quality (HD):
PS: Max. 28 Mbps 1,920
1,080 pixels/ 60p, AVC HD 28 M (PS), 16:9
FX: Max. 24 Mbps 1,920

1,080 pixels/ 60i or 1,920

16:9
FH: Approx. 17 Mbps (average) 1,920

1,080 pixels/24p, AVC HD 24 M (FX),

1,080 pixels/ 60i or 1,920

1,080 pixels/24p, AVC

HD 17 M (FH), 16:9
HQ: Approx. 9 Mbps (average) 1,440

1,080 pixels/ 60i, AVC HD 9 M (HQ), 16:9

LP: Approx. 5 Mbps (average) 1,440

1,080 pixels/ 60i, AVC HD 5 M (LP), 16:9

MP4:
Approx. 6 Mbps (average) 1,280

720 pixels/ 30p

Standard definition image quality (STD):
HQ: Approx. 9 Mbps (average) 720

480 pixels/ 60i, STD 9 M (HQ), 16:9/ 4:3

Models with the PAL color system:
High definition image quality (HD):
PS: Max. 28 Mbps 1,920
1,080 pixels/ 50p, AVC HD 28 M (PS), 16:9
FX: Max. 24 Mbps 1,920

1,080 pixels/ 50i, 1,920

1,080 pixels/25p or 1,920

pixels/24p ([24p Mode]), AVC HD 24 M (FX), 16:9
1,080 pixels/ 50i, 1,920
FH: Approx. 17 Mbps (average) 1,920

1,080 pixels/25p or 1,920

1,080 pixels/24p ([24p Mode]), AVC HD 17 M (FH), 16:9
HQ: Approx. 9 Mbps (average) 1,440
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1,080

1,080 pixels/ 50i, AVC HD 9 M (HQ), 16:9

LP: Approx. 5 Mbps (average) 1,440
MP4:
Approx. 6 Mbps (average) 1,280

1,080 pixels/ 50i, AVC HD 5 M (LP), 16:9
720 pixels/ 25p

Standard definition image quality (STD):
HQ: Approx. 9 Mbps (average) 720

576 pixels/ 50i, STD 9 M (HQ), 16:9/ 4:3

Related topics
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Expected number of recordable photos

Getting started
Recording
Playback

Internal memory

Playing images on a TV

You can record a maximum of 40,000 MP4 movies and photos collectively.

Saving images with an external
device

Memory card

Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

24.1M
16 GB 1,600
32 GB 3,250

Troubleshooting

64 GB 6,500
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

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.

Recording pixels
The photo recording pixels and the aspect ratio.
Photo recording mode, Dual capture:
3,680 dots/16:9
6,544
4,912

3,680 dots/4:3

4,672

2,628 dots/16:9

2,592

1,944 dots/4:3

1,920

1,080 dots/16:9

640

480 dots/4:3

Capturing a photo from a movie:
1,080 dots/16:9
1,920
640

360 dots/16:9

640

480 dots/4:3

Notes
The unique pixel array of Sony’s ClearVid and the image processing system (BIONZ) allow still
image resolution equivalent to the sizes described.
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Top page > Maintenance and precautions > Using your camcorder abroad > Using your camcorder
abroad
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Using your camcorder abroad

Getting started
Recording

Power supply

Playback

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.

Playing images on a TV

Viewing high definition image quality (HD) movies
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder

In countries/regions where high definition image quality (HD) broadcasts are supported, you can view
recorded movies on a TV at the same high definition image quality (HD) as they were recorded with the
camcorder.
To view images at the same high definition image quality (HD) as they were recorded with the
camcorder, you need an HDMI cable and a high definition TV (or monitor) that supports the signal
format for your camcorder and is equipped with an HDMI jack.

Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

Viewing standard definition image quality (STD) movies
To view on a TV images recorded in standard image quality (STD) with your camcorder, you need to
connect your camcorder using an AV cable to a TV (or monitor) that supports the signal format of your
camcorder and is equipped with AUDIO/VIDEO input jacks.

On TV color systems
For signal formats supported by your camcorder, refer to “Model Information”.
To view images in your camcorder on TV, use a TV (or monitor) that supports the signal format of your
camcorder.

System Used in
PAL

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-M

Brazil

PAL-N

Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay

NTSC

Bahama Islands, Bolivia, Canada, Central America, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana,
Jamaica, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Peru, Surinam, Taiwan, the Philippines, the USA,
Venezuela, etc.

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
[Details], and

[Setup]
[Setup]

[
[

Clock Settings]
Clock Settings]

[Date & Time Setting]

[Summer Time]

[Area Setting] [Details].

Models with GPS
When [Auto Clock ADJ ] [Details] and [Auto Area ADJ] [Details] are set to [On], the clock is set to the
local time automatically by the GPS function.

World time difference
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Time-zone differences Area setting
GMT

Lisbon/London

+01:00

Berlin/Paris

+02:00

Helsinki/Cairo/Istanbul

+03:00

Nairobi

+03:30

Tehran

+04:00

Moscow/Abu Dhabi/Baku

+04:30

Kabul

+05:00

Karachi/Islamabad

+05:30

Kolkata/New Delhi

+06:00

Almaty/Dhaka

+06:30

Yangon

+07:00

Bangkok/Jakarta

+08:00

HongKong/Singapore/Beijing

+09:00

Tokyo/Seoul

+09:30

Adelaide/Darwin

+10:00

Melbourne/Sydney

+11:00

Solomon Is

+12:00

Fiji/Wellington

–11:00

Midway Island

–10:00

Hawaii

–09:00

Alaska

–08:00

LosAngeles/Tijuana

–07:00

Denver/Arizona

–06:00

Chicago/MexicoCity

–05:00

New York/Bogota

–04:00

Santiago

–03:30

St. John’s

–03:00

Brasilia/Montevideo

–02:00

Fernando de Noronha

–01:00

Azores/Cape Verde Is.

Related topics
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On trademarks

Before use
Getting started

“Handycam” and
are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.
“AVCHD,” “AVCHD” logotype, “AVCHD Progressive” and “AVCHD Progressive” logotype are
trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.

Recording
Playback

“Memory Stick,” “

Playing images on a TV
Saving images with an external
device
Using the Wi-Fi function
Customizing your camcorder
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and precautions
Contents list

,” “Memory Stick Duo,” “
,” “Memory Stick PRO Duo,” “
,” “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo,” “
,” “Memory
Stick XC-HG Duo,” “
,” “MagicGate,” “
,” “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” and “x.v.Colour” are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
“BIONZ” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation.
“BRAVIA” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
and Blu-ray
are trademarks of the Blu-ray Disc Association.
Blu-ray Disc
Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks
or registered trademarks of HDMI 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, Mac OS and App Store are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.
Intel, Intel Core, and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its
subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.
“
” and “PlayStation” are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
NAVTEQ and the NAVTEQ Maps logo are trademarks of NAVTEQ in the US and other countries.
SDXC logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
MultiMediaCard is a trademark of MultiMediaCard Association.
Facebook and the “f” logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Facebook, Inc.
YouTube and the YouTube logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Google Inc.
Android and Google Play are trademarks or registered trademarks of Google Inc.
iOS is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the United
States and certain other countries.
Wi-Fi, the Wi-Fi logo, Wi-Fi PROTECTED SET-UP, Wi-Fi Direct, WPA and WPA2 are registered
trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective companies. Furthermore,
and
are not mentioned in each case in this manual.
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Notes on the License

ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT IN ANY MANNER OTHER THAN PERSONAL USE 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., 6312 S. Fiddler’s
Green Circle, Suite 400E, Greenwood Village, CO 80111 U.S.A.
THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE
PERSONAL USE OF A CONSUMER OR OTHER USES IN WHICH IT DOES NOT RECEIVE
REMUNERATION 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
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
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.
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 download it. When downloading the
source code, select HDR-CX390 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.”
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