Handycam Handbook

Table of Contents
HDR-XR100/XR101/XR200/XR200V

2009 Sony Corporation

4-121-423-11(1)
Useful Recording Techniques Index
Using the Handycam Handbook
You will find information on using your camcorder to its fullest in this Handycam Handbook. Read the Handycam Handbook in addition to the Operating Guide (a separate volume). Information on using your camcorder connected to a computer will be found in the Operating Guide and the PMB Guide that is the Help of the supplied PMB (Picture Motion Browser) software.
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About this Handycam Handbook
The example images used in this Handycam Handbook for illustration purposes are captured using a digital still camera, and therefore may appear different from images and screen indicators that actually appear on your camcorder. The HDR-XR200V is used for illustrations in this book, unless otherwise mentioned. In this Handycam Handbook, the internal hard disk of your camcorder and Memory Stick PRO Duo media are called recording media. Memory Stick PRO Duo media and Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo media are both referred to as Memory Stick PRO Duo media in this manual. Design and specifications of your camcorder and accessories are subject to change without notice.

Table of contents

Using the Handycam Handbook. 2 Searching for information quickly. 2 Useful recording techniques. 6 Parts and controls. 7 Screen indicators. 10 HOME and OPTION - Taking advantage of two types of menus. 12 Using the HOME MENU. 12 Using the OPTION MENU. 12 Menu lists. 13 List of the HOME MENU. 13 List of the OPTION MENU. 14 Read this before operating your camcorder. 15 Notes on using the Hard Disk Drive Handycam. 16

Getting started

Step 1: Charging the battery pack. 18 Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time. 21 Changing the language setting. 22.

Recording/Playback

Five pieces of advice for successful recording. 23 Easy Handycam Operation) Recording and playing movies and photos easily (.. 24 Recording movies. 24 Shooting photos. 26 Playing movies. 27 Viewing photos. 29 Recording. 31 Recording movies. 31 Shooting photos. 33 Useful functions for recording movies and photos. 35 Zooming. 35 Recording sound with more presence (5.1ch surround recording). 35. Recording high quality photos during movie recording (Dual Rec). 36 Recording in dark places (NightShot) (HDR-XR200/XR200V). 36 Recording in mirror mode. 37 Recording fast action in slow-motion (SMTH SLW REC). 37 Switching the screen display, or turning the LCD backlight on/off. 38 Acquiring location information (GPS) (HDR-XR200V). 38
Playback on the camcorder. Playing movies. Viewing photos. Useful functions for playing movies and photos. Searching for a desired scene by recording location (Map Index) (HDRXR200V). Searching for desired scene by pinpoint (Film Roll Index). Searching for desired scene by face (Face Index). Playing back a digest of your movies (HIGHLIGHT PLAYBACK) (HDR-XR200/ XR200V). Searching for desired images by date (Date Index). Using PB zoom with photos. Playing back a series of photos (Slide show). Playing images on a TV. Connecting a TV using [TV CONNECT Guide]. Connecting to a high definition TV. Connecting to a non-high-definition 16:9 (wide) or 4:3 TV. Using BRAVIA Sync.

Editing

Deleting movies and photos. 56 Acquiring the current location information (HDR-XR200V). 58 Capturing a photo from a movie. 59 Dubbing/copying movies and photos from the internal hard disk to Memory Stick PRO Duo media. 60 Dubbing movies. 60 Copying photos. 61 Protecting recorded movies and photos (Protect). 62 Dividing a movie.. 63 Using the Playlist of movies. 64 Creating the Playlist. 64 Playing the Playlist. 65 Creating a disc with a DVD writer, recorder. 66 Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc with a DVD writer, etc. (USB cable connection). 66 Creating a standard definition image quality (SD) disc with a recorder, etc. (A/V connecting cable connection). 66 Checking the battery information. 68
Utilizing recording media

Changing the recording medium. 69 Selecting the recording media for movies. 69 Selecting the recording media for photos. 69
Inserting Memory Stick PRO Duo media. Checking the media information. Deleting all movies and photos (Formatting). Preventing data on the internal hard disk from being recovered.
Customizing your camcorder
MOVIE SETTINGS (Items for recording movies). PHOTO SETTINGS (Items for recording photos). FACE FUNC. SET (Items to set face function). VIEW IMAGES SET (Items to customize the display). SOUND/DISP SET (Items to adjust the sound and the screen). OUTPUT SETTINGS (Items for when connected to a TV). CLOCK/ LANG (Items to set clock and language). GENERAL SET (Other setup items). Functions set in the OPTION MENU. 99

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting. 106 Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators. 112

Additional information

Recording time of movies/number of recordable photos. 116 Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack. 116 Expected recording time of movies. 117 Expected number of recordable photos. 118 Using your camcorder abroad. 119 File/folder structure on the internal hard disk and Memory Stick PRO Duo media. 121 Maintenance and precautions. 122 About the AVCHD format. 122 About GPS (HDR-XR200V). 123. About Memory Stick media. 124 About the InfoLITHIUM battery pack. 126 About x.v.Color. 127 About handling of your camcorder. 127 Index. 131
Useful recording techniques

Checking your golf swing

SMTH SLW REC.. 37
Getting a good shot of a ski slope or beach
AUTO BACK LIGHT.. 79 BEACH.. 102 SNOW.. 102
Compensating for camera shake during movie recording

STEADYSHOT.. 76

Capturing smiles automatically

SMILE SHUTTER.. 85

A child on the stage under a spot light

SPOTLIGHT.. 102

Flowers in close-up
PORTRAIT.. 102 FOCUS.. 101 TELE MACRO.. 100
Fireworks with all its splendor
FIREWORKS... 102 FOCUS.. 101

Upper left Center Upper right

Indicator

Meaning Recording/playback media (69)

0:00:00 [00min]

Counter (hour:minute: seond) (27, 40) Estimated recording remaining time (27, 40) FADER (104) LCD backlight off (38)

Bottom

Drop sensor off (98) Drop sensor activated (98) Approximate number of recordable photos and recording media (26, 33) Playback folder (42) Current playing movie or photo/Number of total recorded movies or photos (27, 40)

Upper left

Indicator Meaning HOME button (12) AUDIO MODE (74) Self-timer recording (105) GPS tracking status (38) YOUR LOCATION (58) Flash, REDEYE REDUC (78, 83) BLT-IN ZOOM MIC (104) MICREF LEVEL low (105) WIDE SELECT (74) 60 min Remaining battery Return button (12)

100/112

Bottom
Indicator Meaning FACE DETECTION (84) DETECTION SET (85) Manual focus (101) SCENE SELECTION (102) White balance (103) SteadyShot off (76, 81) SPOT MTR/FCS/SPOT METER/EXPOSURE (99, 101) TELE MACRO (100) X.V.COLOR (76) CONVERSION LENS (79, 83) OPTION button (12) VIEW IMAGES button (27, 40) Slide show button (49) 101-0005 Data file name (29, 42) Protected image (62) VISUAL INDEX button (29, 42)

Center

Indicator [STBY]/[REC] Meaning Recording status (25, 32) Photo size (80) Slide show set (49) NightShot (36) Warning (112) Playback mode (27, 40)

Upper right

Indicator Meaning Recording image quality (HD/SD) and recording mode (FH/HQ/SP/LP) (73)
Indicators and their positions are approximate and may differ from what you actually see. Some indicators may not appear depending on the model. Table of Contents Useful Recording Techniques Index
HOME and OPTION - Taking advantage of two types of menus

Using the HOME MENU

When you press the (HOME) button, the HOME MENU appears. You can change the settings of your camcorder, etc.

(HOME) (HOME) button

Using the HELP function
To see the descriptions on the HOME MENU, touch (HELP) on the HOME MENU screen. (The bottom of turns orange.) Then, touch the item you want to know about.

Using the

OPTION MENU
The OPTION MENU appears just like the pop-up window that appears when you right-click the mouse on a computer. The menu items you can change in the context appears.

(OPTION)

Touch the desired category the menu item to be changed.

Menu item

Touch the desired tab the item to change the setting.

Category

Follow the instructions on the screen. After completing the setting, touch.
After completing the setting, touch.

About changing the language setting
The on-screen displays in each local language are used for illustrating the operating procedures. Change the screen language before using your camcorder if necessary (p.22).

Recording

Before starting to record, test the recording function to make sure that 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, storage media, etc. TV color systems differ depending on the country/region. To view your recordings on a TV, you need an NTSC system-based TV. Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the copyright laws.
Notes on using the Hard Disk Drive Handycam
Save all your recorded image data
Playing back recorded images on other devices
To prevent your image data from being lost, save all your recorded images on external media periodically. It is recommended that you save the image data on a disc such as a DVD-R using your computer (see Operating Guide). Also, you can save your image data using a VCR, or a DVD/HDD recorder (p.66).
Your camcorder is compatible with MPEG4 AVC/H.264 High Profile for high definition
Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder
Note on disposal/transfer
The hard disk of the camcorder may not be recognized, or recording or playback may not be possible. Especially, during recording/playback, do not apply shock. After recording, do not apply vibration or shock to the camcorder, while the ACCESS lamp is lit. When using a shoulder belt (sold separately), do not crash the camcorder against an object. Do not use your camcorder in very loud areas.
Even if you perform [MEDIA FORMAT] (p.71) or formatting the hard disk of the camcorder, you may not delete data from the hard disk completely. When you transfer the camcorder, it is recommended that you perform [ EMPTY] (p.71) to prevent the recovery of your data. Also, when you dispose of the camcorder, it is recommended that you destroy the actual body of the camcorder.

On the drop sensor

If you cannot record/play back images, perform [MEDIA FORMAT]
To protect the internal hard disk from shock by dropping, the camcorder has a drop sensor function (p.98). When a drop occurs, or under a non-gravity condition, the block noise made when this function is activated by the camcorder may also be recorded. If the drop sensor catches a drop repeatedly, recording/ playback may be stopped.
If you repeat recording/deleting images for a long time, fragmentation of data occurs on the recording media. Images cannot be saved or recorded. In such a case, save your images on some type of external media first (p.66, see Operating Guide too), and then perform [MEDIA FORMAT] (p.71). Useful Recording Techniques

Recording and playing movies and photos easily Easy Handycam Operation) (
Simply press EASY. You can record or play movies and photos easily (Easy Handycam operation). During Easy Handycam operation, you can set basic options, such as changing the image size or deleting images, among the setting and adjustment items. Other items are set automatically.
When Easy Handycam operation is started, nearly all menu settings are reset to the default settings automatically. (Some menu items retain the settings that were made before Easy Handycam operation.)

Recording movies

In the default setting, movies are recorded with high definition image quality (HD) on the hard disk (p.69, 73).
Fasten the grip belt. Open the LCD screen of your camcorder.
To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is already open, press POWER (p.21).
For HDR-XR100/XR101 Open the lens cover.

Press EASY.

appears on the LCD screen.
Press START/STOP to start recording.

[STBY] [REC]

To stop recording, press START/STOP again.
Tips The [REC MODE] is fixed to [HD SP] or [SD SP] (p.73).

Shooting photos

Press MODE to turn on the

(Photo) lamp.

Press PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus, then press it fully.
Flashes Lights up When disappears, the photo is recorded on the internal hard disk.

Playing movies

Press

(VIEW IMAGES).

The VISUAL INDEX screen appears after some seconds.

Touch the

) tab () a desired movie ().
HOME MENU Previous 6 images Next 6 images Returns to the recording screen Searches for images by date (p.47)
: Displays the Film Roll Index screen (p.44). : Displays the Face Index screen (p.45). : Displays high definition image quality (HD) movies.* : Displays photos.
appears when you select standard definition image quality (SD) movies in [ / SET] (p.86). appears with the movie or photo that was most recently played or recorded. If you touch the movie or photo with , you can continue playback from the previous time. ( appears on the photo recorded on Memory Stick PRO Duo media.)

[BLT-IN ZOOM MIC] a desired setting
The microphone does not record sound following zooming in or out. Index

ON ( )

The microphone records sound following zooming in or out.
MICREF LEVEL (Microphone reference level)
You can select the microphone level for recording sound.
[MICREF LEVEL] a desired setting

NORMAL LOW ( )

Records various ambient sounds, converting them into the appropriate level. Records ambient sound faithfully. Select [LOW] when you want to record an exciting and powerful sound in a concert hall, etc. (This setting is not suitable for recording conversations.)

SELF-TIMER

Press PHOTO to start the count down. A photo is recorded after about 10 seconds.
[SELF-TIMER] a desired setting
Cancels the self-timer. Starts the self-timer recording. To cancel the recording, touch [RESET].
Tips You can also operate by pressing PHOTO on the Wireless Remote Commander (p.9) (HDR-XR200/XR200V).
If you run into any problems using your camcorder, use the following list to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer.

Overall operations/Easy Handycam operation/Wireless Remote Commander
The power does not turn on.
Overall operations/Easy Handycam operation/ Wireless Remote Commander.p.106 Batteries/power sources.p.107 LCD screen...p.108 Memory Stick PRO Duo media.p.108 Recording...p.108 Playback...p.110 Playing back images stored on Memory Stick PRO Duo media on other devices.p.111 Editing movies/photos on your camcorder...p.111 Playback on the TV..p.111 Dubbing/Connecting to other devices.p.112 GPS...p.112 Functions that cannot be used simultaneously...p.112
Attach a charged battery pack to the camcorder (p.18). The plug of the AC Adaptor has been disconnected from the wall outlet (wall socket). Connect it to the wall outlet (wall socket) (p.18).
The camcorder does not operate even when the power is set to on.
Notes before sending your camcorder for repair
Your camcorder may be required to initialize or change the current hard disk of your camcorder, depending on the problem. In the event of this, the data stored on the hard disk will be deleted. Be sure to save the data on the internal hard disk on other media (backup) before sending your camcorder for repair (p.66, see Operating Guide too). We will not compensate you for any loss of hard disk data. During repair, we may check a minimum amount of data stored on the hard disk in order to investigate the problem. However, your Sony dealer will neither copy nor retain your data.

Playing time

(unit: hour minute) Recording mode [HD FH] [HD HQ] [HD SP] [HD LP] (5.1ch)* [HD LP] (2ch)* Recording time 14 h 30 m 29 h 30 m 35 h 50 m 47 h 50 m 50 h 10 m
HDR-XR100/XR101 HDR-XR200/ XR200V HD SD HD SD 555 710
Standard definition image quality (SD)
(unit: hour minute) Recording mode [SD HQ] [SD SP] [SD LP] (5.1ch)* [SD LP] (2ch)* Recording time 19 h 40 m 29 h 10 m 56 h 0 m 61 h 0 m (unit: hour minute) Recording mode [SD HQ] [SD SP] [SD LP] (5.1ch)* [SD LP] (2ch)* Recording time 29 h 40 m 43 h 50 m 84 h 10 m 91 h 50 m (unit: hour minute) Recording mode [SD HQ] [SD SP] [SD LP] (5.1ch)* [SD LP] (2ch)*
with [AUDIO MODE] (p.74).
Top: Internal hard disk Bottom: Memory Stick PRO Duo media
Expected recording time of movies
Internal hard disk High definition image quality (HD)
(unit: hour minute) Recording mode [HD FH] [HD HQ] [HD SP] [HD LP] (5.1ch)* [HD LP] (2ch)* Recording time 9 h 40 m 19 h 40 m 24 h 0 m 32 h 0 m 33 h 30 m

HDR-XR200

Recording time 29 h 30 m 43 h 40 m 83 h 40 m 91 h 20 m
(unit: hour minute) Recording mode [HD FH] [HD HQ] [HD SP] [HD LP] (5.1ch)* [HD LP] (2ch)* Recording time 14 h 30 m 29 h 40 m 36 h 0 m 48 h 10 m 50 h 30 m
* You can change the recording sound format
Tips 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 (SD). 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.
Notes Numbers in the table are based on using Sony Memory Stick PRO Duo media. The recordable time may vary depending on the recording and subject conditions, [REC MODE] (p.73), and the type of Memory Stick media. The number in ( ) is the minimum recordable time.
High definition image quality (HD)
(unit: minute) AVC HD 16M (FH) 1GB 2GB 4GB 8GB 16 GB 6 (6) 10 (10) 25 (25) 55 (55) 110 (110) AVC HD 9M (HQ) 10 (9) 25 (20) 55 (35) 115 (80) 230 (160) AVC HD 7M (SP) 15 (10) 30 (20) 65 (45) 140 (100) 280 (200) AVC HD 5M (LP) 5.1ch* 20 (15) 45 (35) 90 (70) 185 (145) 375 (290) AVC HD 5M (LP) 2ch* 20 (15) 45 (35) 95 (70) 195 (150) 390 (300)

On triangulating errors

About GPS (HDR-XR200V)
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, 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 triangulating. A GPS receiver can determine the locations 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 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 at locations or in situations where radio signals from the GPS satellites do not reach the camcorder as follows. In tunnels, indoors or under the shade of buildings.
If you move to another location right after setting the GPS switch to ON, it may take a longer time for the camcorder to start trianguating, 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 30 m (98 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 Unites States Department of Defense, and the degree of accuracy may be changed intentionally. Error during the triangulating process The camcorder acquires location information every 10 seconds during triangulating. There is a slight time difference 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 exactly the location on the map based on the GPS information.

On the restriction of use of GPS on an airplane
During take off and landing of an airplane, set the GPS switch to OFF and turn off the camcorder, as you will be instructed to do by the on-board announcement. In other cases, use GPS in accordance with the regulations of the place or situation.

On the map data

The camcorder contains map data for the following countries/regions. Europe, Japan, North America, 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. You cannot change the language on the map. You cannot update the map data. The scale of the map is 100 feet to 6,000 miles.
Hungary Copyright 2003; Top-Map Ltd. Italy La Banca Dati Italiana stata prodotta usando quale riferimento anche cartografia numerica ed al tratto prodotta e fornita dalla Regione Toscana. Japan
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.
Australia Copyright. Based on data provided under license from PSMA Australia Limited (www. psma.com.au). Austria Bundesamt fr Eich- und Vermessungswesen Croatia, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland and Slovenia EuroGeographics France source: Goroute IGN France & BD Carto IGN France Germany Die Grundlagendaten wurden mit Genehmigung der zustaendigen Behoerden entnommen. Great Britain Based upon Crown Copyright material. Greece EuroGeographics; Copyright Geomatics Ltd.
Norway Copyright 2000; Norwegian Mapping Authority Portugal Source: IgeoE Portugal Spain Informacin geogrfica propiedad del CNIG Sweden Based upon electronic data National Land Survey Sweden. Switzerland Topografische Grundlage: Bundesamt fr Landestopographie.

About Memory Stick media

Memory Stick media are compact, portable IC recording media with a large data capacity. You can use only Memory Stick Duo media, which are about the half size of standard Memory Stick media, with your camcorder. However, we do not guarantee the operation of all types of Memory Stick Duo media on your camcorder.
Types of Memory Stick media Memory Stick Duo media (with MagicGate) Recording/Playback
Types of Memory Stick media Recording/Playback Memory Stick PRO Duo media Memory Stick PRO-HG * Duo media
* This product does not support 8-bit parallel
data transfer but it supports 4-bit parallel data transfer the same as with Memory Stick PRO Duo media.
This product cannot record or play data that uses MagicGate technology. MagicGate is a copyright protection technology that records and transfers the contents in an encrypted format. Memory Stick PRO Duo media formatted by a computer (Windows OS/Mac OS) do not have guaranteed compatibility with your camcorder. Data read/write speed may vary depending on the combination of the Memory Stick PRO Duo media and Memory Stick PRO Duo media compliant product you use. Damaged or lost data may occur in the following cases (the data will not be compensated for): If you eject the Memory Stick PRO Duo media, or turn off your camcorder while your camcorder is reading or writing image files on the Memory Stick PRO Duo media (while the ACCESS/access lamp is lit or flashing) If you use the Memory Stick PRO Duo media near magnets or magnetic fields It is recommended that you make a back-up of important data on the hard disk of a computer. Be careful not to apply excessive force when writing a memo area on Memory Stick PRO Duo media. Do not attach a label or the like on Memory Stick PRO Duo media or a Memory Stick Duo media adaptor. When you carry or store Memory Stick PRO Duo media, put it in its case. Do not touch, or allow metallic objects to come into contact with the terminals. Do not bend, drop or apply strong force to Memory Stick PRO Duo media. Do not disassemble or modify Memory Stick PRO Duo media.
Do not let Memory Stick PRO Duo media get wet. Keep Memory Stick PRO Duo media out of the reach of small children. There is danger that a child might swallow it. Do not insert anything other than Memory Stick PRO Duo media into the Memory Stick Duo media slot. Doing so may cause a malfunction. Do not use or keep Memory Stick PRO Duo media in the following locations: Places subject to extremely high temperature, such as a car parked outside in the summer Places under direct sunlight Places with extremely high humidity or subject to corrosive gases

On the Memory Stick Duo media adaptor
When using Memory Stick PRO Duo media with a Memory Stick media compliant device, be sure to insert the Memory Stick PRO Duo media into a Memory Stick Duo media adaptor. When inserting Memory Stick PRO Duo media into a Memory Stick Duo media adaptor, make sure Memory Stick PRO Duo media are inserted facing in the correct direction, then insert Memory Stick PRO Duo media all the way in. Note that improper use may cause a malfunction. When using Memory Stick PRO Duo media inserted into a Memory Stick Duo media adaptor on a Memory Stick media compliant device, make sure the Memory Stick PRO Duo media adaptor is inserted into the device in the correct direction. If inserted in the wrong direction, the device may be damaged. Do not insert a Memory Stick Duo media adaptor without Memory Stick PRO Duo media attached into a Memory Stick media compliant device. Doing so may result in malfunctions of the device.
On Memory Stick PRO Duo media
The maximum memory capacity of Memory Stick PRO Duo media that can be used with your camcorder is 16 GB.
On image data compatibility
Image data files recorded on Memory Stick PRO Duo media by your camcorder conform to the Design rule for Camera File system universal standard established by the JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industories Association). On your camcorder, you cannot play back photos recorded on other devices (DCRTRV900 or DSC-D700/D770) that do not conform to the universal standard. (These models are not sold in some regions.) If you cannot use Memory Stick PRO Duo media that have been used with another device, format Memory Stick PRO Duo media with your camcorder (p.71). Note that formatting erases all information on the Memory Stick PRO Duo media. 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
off. If you charge the battery pack outside of this temperature range, you may not be able to charge it efficiently.
To use the battery pack effectively
About the InfoLITHIUM battery pack
Your camcorder operates only with an InfoLITHIUM battery pack (H series). InfoLITHIUM H series battery packs mark. have the
Battery pack performance decreases when the ambient temperature is 10C (50F) or below, and the length of time you can use the battery pack becomes shorter. In that case, do one of the following to use the battery pack for a longer time. Put the battery pack in a pocket to warm it up, and install it on your camcorder right before you start taking shots. Use a large capacity battery pack: NP-FH70/ FH100 (sold separately). Frequent use of the LCD screen or a frequent playback, fast forward or reverse operation wears out the battery pack faster. We recommend using a large capacity battery pack: NP-FH70/FH100 (sold separately). Be sure to close the LCD screen when not recording or playing back on your camcorder. The battery pack is also consumed when your camcorder is in recording standby or playback pause. Have spare battery packs ready for 2 or 3 times the expected recording time, and make trial recordings before making the actual recording. Do not expose the battery pack to water. The battery pack is not water resistant.

On adjustment of the touch panel (CALIBRATION)
The buttons on the touch panel may not work correctly. If this happens, follow the procedure below. It is recommended that you connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor during the operation. Touch (HOME) (SETTINGS) [GENERAL SET] [CALIBRATION]. Table of Contents
corner of Memory Stick PRO Duo media or the like 3 times. 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.
Touch displayed on the screen with the

On handling the casing

Do not exert 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 LCD screen

If the casing is soiled, clean the camcorder body with a soft cloth lightly moistened with water, and then wipe the casing with a dry soft cloth. Avoid the following to avoid damage to the finish: Using chemicals such as thinner, benzine, alcohol, chemical cloths, repellent, insecticide and sunscreen Handling the camcorder with above substances on your hands Leaving the casing in contact with rubber or vinyl objects for a long period of time
If fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen dirty, it is recommended that you use a soft cloth to clean it. When you use the LCD Cleaning Kit (sold separately), do not apply the cleaning liquid
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
hot or humid locations the lens is exposed to salty air such as at the seaside Store in a well-ventilated location subject to little dirt or dust. To prevent mold, periodically clean the lens as described above.
On charging the pre-installed rechargeable battery
Your camcorder has a pre-installed rechargeable battery to retain the date, time, and other settings even when the LCD screen is closed. The preinstalled rechargeable battery is always charged while your camcorder is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket) via the AC Adaptor or while the battery pack is attached. The rechargeable battery will be fully discharged in about 3 months if you do not use your camcorder at all. Use your camcorder after charging the pre-installed rechargeable battery. However, even if the pre-installed rechargeable battery is not charged, the camcorder operation will not be affected as long as you are not recording the date.

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Doremisoft Released Mac HD camcorder video converter Update For MTS Or M2TS Footages
Doremisoft Studio, one of the top multimedia software provider, recentally announced the release of Mac HD camcorder video converter
Tallahassee, Florida - Doremisoft has updated Mac HD video converter for providing the direct and efficient way to deal with transferring the HD videos to Mac or other handy devices. Doremisoft Mac HD camcorder video converter can be well compatible with any of popular AVCHD camcorders like Canon Vixia, Sony Handycam, Panasonic HDC camcorders, etc. The camcorder video conversion program aims to solve the following problems like: 1. Transfer Canon Vixia HF100 to Mac. 2. Playback or edit HD M2TS or MTS video in QuickTime, iMovie, Final Cut Pro, etc. 3. Enjoy the precious footage on portable devices like iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, BlackBerry, Creative Zen, Zune,etc. 4. Extract audio from the recorded clips for music players. 5. Clip the video into smaller one or combine several segments into one, alter the video parameters, etc. The following list of popular AVCHD camcorders models supported by HD camcorder video converter for Mac: Canon: VIXIA HF R-series like VIXIA HF R10, VIXIA HF R11, VIXIA HF R100; VIXIA HF M-series such as VIXIA HF M30, VIXIA HF M31, VIXIA HF M300; VIXIA HF S-series like VIXIA HF S10, VIXIA HF S20, VIXIA HF S21, VIXIA HF S200, and some other popular VIXIA types such as VIXIA HF10, VIXIA HF100, VIXIA HF20, VIXIA HF200, VIXIA HG21, VIXIA HG20, etc. Sony: Sony HDR-CX Series: HDR-CX100, HDR-CX110, HDR-CX120, HDR-CX150, HDR-CX300, HDR-CX500V, HDR-CX550V, etc. Sony HDR-SR Series: HDR-SR12, HDR-SR11, HDR-SR7, HDR-SR100, HDR-SR200, HDR-SR10E, HDR-SR12E, etc. Sony HDR-XR Series: HDR-XR100, HDR-XR150, HDR-XR200, HDR-XR350V, HDR-XR550V, HDR-XR200E, etc. Other Sony HDR Series: HDR-HC7, HDR-HC9E, HDR-FX7, HDR-FX7E, HDR-UX10, HDR-UX20, HDR-AX2000, HDR-TG5, HDR-TG5E, etc. Sony Handycam: HDR-XR350V,
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HDR-CX350V,HDR-CX300, HDR-XR200V, HDR-XR520V, HDR-FX1000, HDR-CX520V, HDR-FX7, GVH-D700, DCR-DVD850, DCR-DVD650, DCR-HC52, etc. Panasonic: Panasonic HDC-SD Series: Panasonic HDC-SD9, HDC-SD10, HDC-SD60, HDC-SD100, HDC-SD200, HDC-SD700, etc. Panasonic HDC-HS Series: Panasonic HDC-HS250, HDC-HS300, HDC-SD60, HDC-HS200, HDC HS100, HDC-HS700, etc. Panasonic HDC-TM Series: Panasonic HDC-TM10, HDC-TM20, HDC-TM60, HDC-TM50, HDC-TM30, HDC-TM200, HDC-TM300, HDC-TM700, etc. Meanwhile, the Mac HD camcorder video converter is also an excellent assistant for SD camcorder users to convert MOD/TOD, MPEG4/MOV shootings to the Mac-friendly formats such as MOV, FLV, M4V, H.264,etc or fashionalbe devices like iPad, iPhone, iTouch, Zune, Creative ZEN, etc. With it, you can effortlessly do such things: edit MOD in iMovie, import MOD to FCP, play MOD on QuickTime, etc. System Requirements and Pricing Availability Doremisoft Mac HD video converter supports Mac OS X 10.4 - 10.7, support Tiger,Leopard,Snow Leopard, Lion; It is only for $39.95(USD), application can be downloaded online from http://www.flash-video-soft.com/hd-video-converter-mac/ Besides, all the update is for free and warm after-sale service is available. Located in Shenzhen,Doremi Software Co.,Ltd.has extended its business worldwide and is consistently dedicated to satisfy customers with diversified consumer software products and services.Ever since its foundation,Doremiosft has become one of the world's leading multimedia software providers of digital video and audio conversion solutions. Contact Information: Janet 818-340-New York, NY Doremisoft 732 Blountstown Hwy, Tallahassee Florida 32301 E-Mail:
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