For customers in the U.S.A.
If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669). The number below is for the FCC related matters only.

Regulatory Information

Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-UX10E Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-UX20E Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Notice for the customers in the countries applying EU Directives
The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 1080075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

Continued ,

Read this before operating your camcorder (Continued)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. The supplied interface cable must be used with the equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

Remaining battery (approx.)
Recording capacity (approx.) b Notes
When you remove the battery pack or disconnect the AC Adaptor, make sure that the (Movie) lamp/ (Still) lamp (p. 23)/ ACCESS lamp (p. 28)/access lamp (p. 30) is turned off. When storing the battery pack, fully discharge the battery pack before storing it for an extended period (see page 129 for the details of storage).

Charging time

Approximate time (min.) required when you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack.
Battery pack Charging time
NP-FH50 NP-FH60 (supplied) NP-FH70 NP-FH100

170 390

To use a power source from a wall outlet (wall socket)
Make the same connections as you do when charging the battery pack. The battery pack will not lose its charge in this case.

Available recording time

Approximate time (min.) available when you use a fully charged battery pack.
HD stands for high definition image quality, and SD stands for standard image quality.
To check the remaining battery (Battery Info)
Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG), then press DISP/BATT INFO.
Step 2: Charging the battery pack (Continued)
When the media is set to the internal memory (HDR-UX19E/UX20E) or the Memory Stick PRO Duo: Battery pack Continuous recording time Typical recording time*

Available Playback time

Image quality NP-FH50 NP-FH60 (supplied) NP-FH70 NP-FH100

HD 370 385

SD 440 470

HD 190 200

SD 230 245
When the media is set to the internal memory (HDR-UX19E/UX20E) or the Memory Stick PRO Duo: Battery pack LCD panel opened* LCD panel closed

HD 235 535

SD 270 600

HD 270 600

SD 290 650
When the media is set to the disc: Battery pack Continuous recording time Typical recording time* When the media is set to the disc: Battery pack LCD panel opened* LCD panel closed

HD 320 335

SD 385 415

HD 165 175

SD 200 215

HD 195 440

SD 230 515

HD 215 485

SD 245 555

* When the LCD backlight is on.
For details on how to set the media, see page 26. On the battery pack Before changing the battery pack, slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) and turn off the (Movie) / (Still) lamps (p. 23) or the ACCESS lamp (p. 28) /access lamp (p. 30). The /CHG (flash/charge) lamp flashes during charging, or Battery Info (p. 21) will not be correctly displayed under the following conditions: The battery pack is not attached correctly. The battery pack is damaged. The battery pack is worn-out (For Battery Info only).
* Typical recording time shows the time when you repeat recording start/stop, turning the power on/off and zooming.
For details on how to set the media, see page 26. All times measured when [REC MODE] is set to [HD SP]/[SD SP] under the following conditions: Top:When the LCD backlight turns on. Bottom:When recording with the viewfinder while the LCD panel is closed.
The power will not be supplied from the battery as long as the AC Adaptor is connected to the DC IN jack of your camcorder, even when the power cord (mains lead) is disconnected from the wall outlet (wall socket). When attaching an optional video light, it is recommended that you use an NP-FH70 or NPFH100 battery pack. We do not recommend using an NP-FH30, which only allows short recording and playback times, with your camcorder. On the charging/recording/playback time Times measured when using the camcorder at 25 C (77 F) (10 C to 30 C (50 F to 86 F) is recommended). The recording and playback time will be shorter when you use your camcorder in low temperatures. The recording and playback time will be shorter depending on the conditions under which you use your camcorder. On the AC Adaptor Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately if any malfunction occurs while using your camcorder. Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture. Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic objects. This may cause a malfunction. Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power (mains) is still supplied to it while connected to the wall outlet (wall socket) via the AC Adaptor.

Set [ INDEX SET] to [ON] before recording to search for a movie from the [ INDEX] (Face Index) screen (the default setting) (p. 87). When a face image is recorded in the Face Index during movie recording, lights up.
You can display the [ INDEX] (Face Index) screen by touching (HOME) t (VIEW IMAGES) t [ INDEX].
Searching for desired images by date (Date Index)
You can search for desired images by date efficiently. Set the media that contains the image to be played back in advance (p. 26).
/ to select the date of the desired image, then touch. The images recorded on the selected date are displayed.

z Tips b Notes

You cannot use the Date Index of movies recorded on either a disc or of still images recorded on a Memory Stick PRO Duo. You can use the Date Index function on the Film Roll Index screen or the Face Index screen by performing step 3 and step 4.

Using PB zoom

You can magnify still images from about 1.1 to 5 times the original size. Magnification can be adjusted with the power zoom lever or the zoom buttons on the LCD frame.
2 To search for movies, touch the
or tab. To search for still images, touch the tab. 1 Play back the still images you want to magnify. 2 Magnify the still image with T (Telephoto). The screen is framed.
3 Touch the date on the screen.
The recording dates of images are displayed on the screen.
Playing the image on a TV
3 Touch the screen at the point you want to display in the center of the displayed frame. 4 Adjust the magnification with W (Wide angle)/T (Telephoto). To cancel, touch. Connection methods and quality of the image (HD (high definition)/SD (standard definition)) viewed on the TV screen differ depending on what type of TV is connected, and the connectors used. Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power source (p. 20). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the device to be connected.
Play back a series of still images (Slide show)
When recording, set [X.V.COLOR] to [ON] to play back on an x.v.Colorcompliant TV (p. 85). Some settings may need to be adjusted on the TV when playing back. Refer to the instruction manual of your TV for details.
You can connect your camcorder to the TV easily following the instructions displayed on the LCD screen, [TV CONNECT Guide]. Switch the input on the TV to the connected jack. Refer to the instruction manuals of the TV. r Connect your camcorder and TV referring to [TV CONNECT Guide]. r Make the required output settings on your camcorder (p. 49, 50).
Touch on the still image playback screen. The slide show begins from the selected image. Touch to stop the slide show. To restart, touch again.
You cannot operate playback zoom during slide show.
You can also play back the slide show by touching (OPTION) t tab t [SLIDE SHOW] on the VISUAL INDEX screen. While playing back a still image, you can set continuous slide show playback by touching (OPTION) t tab t [SLIDE SHOW SET]. When [SLIDE SHOW SET] is set to [ON] (the default setting), appear on the screen and the slide show is played back repeatedly. When setting to [OFF], all of the still images are played back once from the selected image and then the slide show stops.

To play back a disc on another device for the first time (p. 73)

Playback on other device

AVCHD-compatible device

Finalize

Computer
Make a desired disc menu.
Making the disc compatible with playback on other devices (Finalizing) (Continued)
To add recordings to a finalized disc (p. 78)
Recordings cannot be added. Recordings cannot be added.

Make a new recording

If a disc menu has been created, a confirmation screen prompts you to confirm that you wish to add a recording.
During Easy Handycam operation, you cannot add recordings to a finalized disc even if you use DVDRW or DVD+RW. To do so, cancel Easy Handycam operation (p. 35).
To play back a disc on another device after adding a recording (p. 73)

Finalizing a disc

It takes from a minute to a maximum of several hours to finalize a disc. The shorter the amount of material recorded on the disc, the longer it takes for finalizing.
When you finalize a double-sided disc, you must finalize each side of the disc individually. Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder, and do not disconnect the AC Adaptor during finalizing. When you need to disconnect the AC Adaptor, make sure that the power of your camcorder is set to off and disconnect the AC Adaptor after the (Movie) or (Still) lamp goes off. Finalizing restarts when you connect the AC Adaptor and turn on your camcorder again. When finalizing the following discs, flashes after finalizing is completed. Remove the disc from your camcorder. Discs recorded with HD (high definition) image quality Discs recorded with SD (standard definition) image quality, except DVD-RW (VR mode)
1 Place your camcorder in a stable
position, then connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack on your camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket).
2 Turn on your camcorder. 3 Insert the disc to be finalized. 4 Touch
(HOME) t (MANAGE MEDIA) t [FINALIZE].
When you set to create a disc menu (or DVD menu) and finalize the disc, the disc menu appears for a few seconds while finalizing the disc. After the disc is finalized, is attached at the bottom of the indicator, such as in the case of DVD-RW.
To select a disc menu style
1 In step 4, touch [DISC MENU]. (OPTION) t
2 Select the desired style from 4 types of pattern with /. To select a disc menu style, touch (OPTION) t [DISC MENU]. If you do not change the setting of the disc menu style, go to step 5. The disc menu style is set to [STYLE1] (the default setting).

6 Touch the option that is right for
you on the screen. The disc will be formatted in the recording image quality and format you selected. When formatting is completed, you can start recording on the disc.
2 Slide the POWER switch to turn
To format a disc with SD (standard definition) image quality
Select the recording format, VIDEO mode or VR mode, for DVD-RW (p. 14). If you format DVD-RW during Easy Handycam operation (p. 32), the recording format is fixed to VIDEO. Select the aspect ratio, [16:9 WIDE] or [4:3], for DVD+RW.
Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder, and do not disconnect the AC Adaptor during formatting. When you use a double-sided disc, formatting is required on each side. You can format each side in the different image quality (HD (high definition) or SD (standard definition)). In the case of DVD+RW with SD (standard definition) image quality, you cannot change the movie aspect ratio midway. Format the disc again to change the aspect ratio. Discs recorded with HD (high definition) image quality can be formatted on AVCHD format compatible devices only (p. 126). You cannot format a disc that has been protected on other devices. Cancel the protection with the original device, and then format it.

on the

(Movie) lamp.
3 Insert the finalized disc into your
camcorder. A confirmation screen appears to prompt you to confirm that you wish to record additional movies.
4 Touch [YES] t [YES]. 5 When [Completed.] appears,
Finding the right disc (DISC SELECT GUIDE)
For the discs recorded with SD (standard definition) image quality
When using finalized DVD-RW (VR mode) discs, you can record additional material on the disc without any additional steps. To unfinalize DVD-RW (VIDEO mode), touch (HOME) t (MANAGE MEDIA) t [UNFINALIZE]. If you have created the DVD menu (p. 73) when finalizing the DVD+RW, the dialog appears to confirm that you wish to record additional movies when you slide the POWER switch and turn on the (Movie) lamp.
Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder, and do not disconnect the AC Adaptor during the operation. The disc menu created with finalizing are deleted. When you use a double-sided disc, perform this operation on each side.
Select the option that is right for you on the screen, then you will be informed of the appropriate disc for your purposes.
(HOME) t (MANAGE MEDIA) t [DISC SELECT GUIDE].
2 Touch the option that is right for
you on the screen. When you insert the same type of disc as that indicated in the results of the guide, the disc is formatted with the options you selected (p. 77). Utilizing the media
Repairing the image database file
Do not apply mechanical shock or vibration to your camcorder during repairing the image database file. Do not disconnect the AC Adaptor or remove the battery pack during repairing the image database file. Do not eject the Memory Stick PRO Duo during repairing the image database file on the Memory Stick PRO Duo. The repairing each image database file in both the internal memory (HDR-UX19E/UX20E) and the Memory Stick PRO Duo is performed separately.

DIGITAL ZOOM

You can select the maximum zoom level in case you want to zoom to a level greater than 15 (optical zoom) during recording. Note that the image quality decreases when you use the digital zoom.
The right side of the bar shows the digital zooming factor. The zooming zone appears when you select the zooming level.
Up to 15 zoom is performed optically.
Up to 15 zoom is performed optically, and after that, up to 30 zoom is performed digitally.
MOVIE SETTINGS (Continued)

GUIDEFRAME

You can display the guide frame and check that the subject is horizontal or vertical by setting [GUIDEFRAME] to [ON]. The guide frame is not recorded. Press DISP/BATT INFO to make the guide frame disappear. The default setting is [OFF].
Positioning the subject at the cross point of the guide frame makes a balanced composition.
Displays the remaining recording time of movies for about 8 seconds in situations such as those described below. When your camcorder recognizes the remaining media capacity with the (Movie) lamp lighting up. When you press DISP/BATT INFO to switch the indicator from off to on with the (Movie) lamp lighting up. When you select the movie recording mode on the HOME MENU. b Notes
When the remaining recordable time for movies is less than 5 minutes, the indicator stays on the screen.
Diagonal stripes appear in portions of the screen where brightness is at a preset level. This is useful as a guide when adjusting the brightness. When you change the default setting, is displayed. The zebra pattern is not recorded. B OFF
The zebra pattern is not displayed.

SUB-T DATE

You can display the recording date and time when you play back images on a device with a subtitle display function. The default setting is [ON]. Also refer to the instruction manual of the playback device.
Discs recorded with HD (high definition) image quality or the Memory Stick PRO Duo can be played on AVCHD format compatible devices only (p. 74). When [MOVIE MEDIA SET] is set to [ INT. MEMORY] (HDR-UX19E/UX20E) or [ MEMORY STICK], you cannot use this function.
The zebra pattern appears at a screen brightness level of about 70 IRE.
The zebra pattern appears at a screen brightness level of about 100 IRE or higher. b Notes
Portions of the screen where brightness is about 100 IRE or above may appear overexposed.

FLASH MODE

You can set this function when you shoot still images using the built-in flash, or an external flash (optional) that is compatible with your camcorder. B AUTO
Automatically flashes when there is insufficient ambient light.
IRE represents the screen brightness level.

REMAINING SET

Always displays the remaining media indicator.

PHOTO SETTINGS

To play back a movie from the Face Index screen, see page 45.
The detectable number of face image is limited.

CONVERSION LENS

You can set this function when you use an external conversion lens (optional) that is compatible with your camcorder. You can shoot with the SteadyShot function adjusted optimally for the conversion lens attached. You can select from [WIDE CONVERSION] ( ) and [TELE CONVERSION] ( ). The default setting is [OFF]. Touch 1, then 2. If the item is not on the screen, touch to change the page. /

IMAGE SIZE

B 4.0M (

2304 1728)

Records still images clearly in the 4:3 ratio.

3.0M (

2304 1296)
Records still images clearly in the 16:9 (wide) ratio.

1.9M (

1600 1200)
Allows you to record more still images in relatively clear quality in the 4:3 ratio.

VGA (0.3M) (

640 480)
Allows the maximum number of still images to be recorded in the 4:3 ratio. b Notes
The set image size is effective during the (Still) lamp turning on.
The number of still images recordable on the internal memory (HDR-UX19E/ UX20E)
The maximum number of recordable still images is 9,999. The number of recordable still images varies depending on the recording conditions.
Capacity of a Memory Stick PRO Duo and the number of recordable still images (Approx.)* When the (Still) lamp is lights up:

4.0M 2304 1728

FILE NO.

B SERIES

Assigns file numbers of still images in sequence, even if you replace the Memory Stick PRO Duo.
Assigns individual file numbers for each Memory Stick PRO Duo.

1GB 2GB 4GB 8GB

1900 3850

See page 84.

* All numbers measured when recording still images at the maximum image size. Check the actual number of recordable still images while recording still images on the LCD screen (p. 141).

See page 85.

When the

(Movie) lamp lights up:

See page 86. Customizing your camcorder

You cannot operate functions using the Memory Stick PRO Duo.
If you use a Memory Stick PRO Duo formatted on a computer, format it again on your camcorder (p. 76).
You cannot delete images stored on the Memory Stick PRO Duo.
The maximum number of images that you can delete on the index screen at one time is 100. You cannot delete the images protected on another device.
The data file name is not indicated correctly or flashes.
The file is damaged. The file format is not supported by your camcorder (p. 127).
Images on a disc cannot be deleted.
The maximum number of images that you can delete on the index screen at one time is 100. Movies on a disc cannot be deleted depending on the followings. Movies recorded on DVD-R/DVD+R DL Movies with SD (standard definition) image quality other than the most recent movie on DVD-RW with the VIDEO mode Movies with SD (standard definition) image quality other than the most recent movie on DVD+RW
Refer also to Media (p. 110). Pressing START/STOP or PHOTO does not record images.
The playback screen is displayed. Set your camcorder to recording standby (p. 37). Recordings cannot be performed in the Sleep mode. Press QUICK ON again (p. 39). Your camcorder is recording the image data you have just shot on the media. You cannot make new recording during this period. The media of the camcorder is full. Format the media (Internal memory (HDRUX19E/UX20E)/DVD-RW/DVD+RW/ Memory Stick PRO Duo only, p. 76) or delete unnecessary images (p. 55). Or use the new disc or Memory Stick PRO Duo.
The indicators of the disc type and the recording format on the LCD screen are grayed out.
The disc may have been created with a device other than your camcorder. You can play back the disc with your camcorder, but you cannot record additional scenes. This disc is not a media compatible with the camcorder. The camcorder may have failed to recognize the disc.
When you are using one of the following discs after finalizing it, make the disc to be able to record additional scenes (p. 78). Or use a new disc. DVD+RW DVD-RW recorded with HD (high definition) image quality DVD-RW (VIDEO mode) recorded with SD (standard definition) image quality The temperature of your camcorder is extremely high. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place. Moisture condensation has occurred. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for about 1 hour (p. 130). Total number of still images exceeds the recordable capacity of your camcorder (p. 88). Delete unnecessary images (p. 55).
Even if [FLASH MODE] is set to [AUTO], you cannot use the flash with: NightShot [MANUAL] in [EXPOSURE] [SPOT METER] [TWILIGHT], [CANDLE], [SUNRISE&SUNSET], [FIREWORKS] [LANDSCAPE], [SPOTLIGHT], [BEACH] or [SNOW] in [SCENE SELECTION] [SUPER NIGHTSHOT]

[COLOR SLOW SHTR] does not operate correctly.
[COLOR SLOW SHTR] may not operate correctly in total darkness. Use NightShot or [SUPER NIGHTSHOT].
You cannot adjust [LCD BL LEVEL]. Tiny spots in white, red, blue, or green appear on the screen.
The spots appear when you are recording with [SUPER NIGHTSHOT] or [COLOR SLOW SHTR]. This is not a malfunction. You cannot adjust [LCD BL LEVEL] when: The LCD panel is closed on your camcorder with the LCD screen facing out. The power is supplied from the AC Adaptor.
The color of the image is not correctly displayed.
Set the NIGHTSHOT switch to OFF (p. 39).
Playing back images on your camcorder
An image cannot be found for playback.
Set the desired media of images for playback or for image quality by touch
The screen image is bright, and the subject does not appear on the screen.
(HOME) t (MANAGE MEDIA) t [MOVIE MEDIA SET] or
[PHOTO MEDIA SET] (HDR-UX19E/ UX20E) (p. 26).
You cannot play back a disc.
Check out the disc compatibility (p. 14). Insert a disc with the recording side facing your camcorder (p. 28). The disc that was recorded, formatted, of finalized on other devices may not be played back on your camcorder. The temperature of your camcorder is extremely high. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place.
is indicated on an image in the VISUAL INDEX screen.
Execute [REPAIR IMG.DB F.] (p. 80). If it still appears, delete the image with (p. 55).
No sound or only a quiet sound is heard during playback.
Turn up the volume (p. 44). Sound is not output when the LCD screen is closed. Open the LCD screen. When you record sound with [MICREF LEVEL] (p. 102) set to [LOW], the recorded sound may be difficult to hear. Sounds cannot be recorded while recording a 3 second-movie (approx.) using [SMTH SLW REC] (p. 40).
The playback image is distorted.
Clean the disc using a soft cloth (p. 126).
Images stored on a Memory Stick PRO Duo cannot be played back.
Images cannot be played back if you have modified files or folders, or have edited the data on a computer. (On the still image playback screen, the file name flashes in that case.) This is not a malfunction (p. 128). Images recorded on other devices may not be played back, or may be displayed in wrong size. This is not a malfunction (p. 128).
Playing back a disc on other devices
You cannot play back the disc, or the disc is not recognized.
To play back a disc recorded with HD (high definition) image quality, you need a device compatible with AVCHD format/ High Profile (p. 126). Clean the disc using a soft cloth (p. 126). Finalize the disc (p. 71). A disc recorded in VR mode cannot be played back on a device that does not support VR mode. Check the compatibility in the instruction manual of the playback device.

Memory Stick folders are full.
You cannot create folders exceeding 999MSDCF. You cannot create or delete created folders using your camcorder. Format the Memory Stick PRO Duo (p. 76), or delete folders using your computer.

x Others

No further selection is possible.
To the Playlist on the internal memory (HDR-UX19E/UX20E) or the Memory Stick PRO Duo, you can add a maximum of 999 movies with HD (high definition) image quality, or 99 movies with SD (standard definition) image quality. To the Playlist on the disc, you can add a maximum of 999 movies. The maximum number of images that you can select on the INDEX screen at one time is 100 when: delete images dub movies copy still images edit the playlist print still images
Cannot save still picture.
When using the Dual Rec function, do not eject the Memory Stick PRO Duo from the camcorder until movie recording is finished and the still images are stored on it (p. 39).
This Memory Stick may not be able to record or play movies.
Use the recommended Memory Stick (p. 4).

Data protected.

You tried to delete a still image data protected on another device. Release the protection of the data on the device used to protect the data.
This Memory Stick may not be able to record or play images correctly.
An error occurred on Memory Stick PRO Duo. Insert the Memory Stick PRO Duo again. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.

Cannot divide.

You cannot divide a movie that is extremely short.
Do not eject the Memory Stick during writing. Data may be damaged.
Insert the Memory Stick PRO Duo again, and follow the instructions on the screen.

Cannot recover data.

Writing data to the media has failed. Attempts were made to recover the data, but they were unsuccessful.
x PictBridge compliant printer
Please wait. Not connected to PictBridge compatible printer.
Turn off the printer and on again, then disconnect the USB cable and reconnect it. This is displayed if the disc removal process takes time. Turn on the camcorder and leave it for about 10 minutes, preventing vibration.

To use the battery pack effectively
Battery pack performance decreases when the surrounding temperature is 10 C (50 F) or below, and the length of time you can use the battery pack becomes shorter. In that case, do one of the following to use the battery pack for a longer time. Put the battery pack in a pocket to warm it up, and insert it in your camcorder right before you start taking shots. Use a large capacity battery pack: NP-FH70/ NP-FH100 (optional). Frequent use of the LCD screen or a frequent playback, fast forward or rewind operation wears out the battery pack faster. We recommend using a large capacity battery pack: NP-FH70/NP-FH100 (optional). Be sure to set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) 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 two or three 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 InfoLITHIUM battery pack
Your camcorder operates only with an InfoLITHIUM battery pack (H series). InfoLITHIUM H series battery packs have the mark.
What is an InfoLITHIUM battery pack?
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 optional AC Adaptor/ charger. The InfoLITHIUM battery pack calculates the power consumption according to the operating conditions of your camcorder, and displays the remaining battery time in minutes. With an AC Adaptor/charger, the remaining battery time and charging time appear.
About the remaining battery time indicator
When the power goes off even though the remaining battery time indicator indicates that the battery pack has enough power to operate, charge the battery pack fully again. Remaining battery time will be indicated correctly. Note, however, that the battery indication will not be restored if it is used in high temperatures for a long time, or if left in a fully charged state, or when the battery pack is frequently used. Use the remaining battery time indication as a rough guide only. The E mark that indicates low battery flashes even if there are still 20 minutes of battery time remaining, depending on the operating conditions or ambient temperature.

Identifying parts and controls (Continued)
A Memory Stick Duo slot/Memory Stick Duo slot cover (30) B LCD screen/touch panel (16, 25) C (HOME) button (16, 82) D Zoom buttons (38, 46) E START/STOP button (32, 37) F RESET button Initializes all the settings, including the setting of the date and time. G DISP/BATT INFO button (21, 25) H Access lamp (30) The access lamp lights up when accessing the internal memory* or Memory Stick PRO Duo. I Viewfinder (25) J BATT (battery release) button (21) K Speaker Playback sounds come out from the speaker. For how to adjust the volume, see page 44. L Battery pack (20) M (USB) jack (67, 68, 105) HDR-UX9E/UX19E: Output only

O DUBBING button* (59)

* HDR-UX19E/UX20E

N NIGHTSHOT switch (39)

A Built-in microphone (38) An Active Interface Shoe compatible microphone (optional) will take precedence when connected. B Lens (Carl Zeiss Lens) C Flash (86) D Infrared port/Remote sensor Point the Remote Commander (p. 140) towards the remote sensor to operate your camcorder. E Camera recording lamp (94) Lights up in red during recording. Flashes when remaining media space or battery power is low. F HDMI OUT jack (48) G Active Interface Shoe The Active Interface Shoe supplies power to optional accessories such as a video light, a flash, or a microphone. The accessory can be turned on or off as you operate the POWER switch on your camcorder. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your accessory for details. The Active Interface Shoe has a safety device for fixing the installed accessory securely. To connect an accessory, press down and push it to the end, and then tighten the screw. To remove an accessory, loosen the screw, and then press down and pull out the accessory. I
When you are recording movies with an external flash (optional) connected to the accessory shoe, turn off the power of the external flash to prevent charging noise being recorded. You cannot use an external flash (optional) and the built-in flash at the same time. When an external microphone (optional) is connected, it takes precedence over the internal microphone (p. 38). Slide the shoe cover after pulling out the viewfinder.
H Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (25) (VIEW IMAGES) button (32, 42) J EASY button (32) K. (back light) button (40) L Tripod receptacle Attach the tripod (optional: the length of the screw must be less than 5.5 mm (7/32 in.)) to the tripod receptacle using a tripod screw. Quick Reference

Remote Commander

Remove the insulation sheet before using the Remote Commander.

Insulation sheet

Point the Remote Commander towards the remote sensor to operate your camcorder (p. 139). When no commands have been sent from the Remote Commander in a certain period, the orange frame disappears. When you press any of b / B / v / V, or ENTER again, the frame appears at the position where it was displayed last. You cannot select some buttons on the LCD screen using b / B / v / V.