* Typical recording time shows the time when you repeat recording start/stop, turning the power on/off and zooming. **HD stands for high definition image quality, and SD stands for standard image quality.
All times measured with recording mode [SP] under the following conditions: Top: When the LCD backlight turns on. Middle: When the LCD backlight turns off. Bottom: When recording with the viewfinder while the LCD panel is closed.
When attaching an optional video light, it is recommended that you use an NP-FH100 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 socket when using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the 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 socket via the AC Adaptor.
Step 3: Turning the power on and setting the date and time
Set the date and time when using this camcorder for the first time. If you do not set the date and time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears every time you turn on your camcorder or change the POWER switch position.
Touch the buttons on the screen.
1 While pressing the green button
in the center, slide the POWER switch repeatedly in the direction of the arrow to turn on the power. (Movie): To record movies (Still): To record still images The [CLOCK SET] screen appears.

290 degrees (max.)

2180 degrees (max.)

DISP/BATT INFO

Viewfinder lens adjustment lever Move it until the image is clear.
To turn off the LCD backlight to make the battery last longer
Press and hold DISP/BATT INFO for a few seconds until appears. This setting is practical when you use your camcorder in bright conditions or you want to save battery power. The recorded image will not be affected by the setting. To turn on the LCD backlight, press and hold DISP/ BATT INFO for a few seconds until disappears.
Do not press the buttons below the LCD screen accidentally when you open or adjust the LCD panel.
You can adjust the brightness of the viewfinder backlight by selecting (SETTINGS) t [SOUND/DISP SET] t [VF B.LIGHT] on the HOME MENU (p. 73).
If you open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder, then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side, you can close the LCD panel with the LCD screen facing out. This is convenient during playback operations. On the HOME MENU, touch (SETTINGS) t [SOUND/DISP SET] t [LCD BRIGHT] (p. 72) to adjust the brightness of the LCD screen. Pressing DISP/BATT INFO toggles the screen indicators (such as time code) on or off.
Step 5: Inserting a disc or a Memory Stick Duo
A new 8 cm DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVDR, or DVD+R DL is required for recording (p. 12).
Remove dust or fingerprints from the disc beforehand, using a soft cloth (p.104).
1 Check that the power of your

camcorder is on.

Set the disc with the label side facing out when using a single-sided disc.
2 Slide the disc cover OPEN switch
in the direction of the arrow (OPEN B). [PREPARING TO OPEN] appears on the LCD screen, then the disc cover opens slightly, automatically.
ACCESS lamp (Disc) Disc cover OPEN switch

4 Close the disc cover.

[DISC ACCESS] appears on the LCD screen. It may take some time for the camcorder to recognize the disc, depending on the disc type and condition. Skip to step 7 when you use a DVD-R/ DVD+R DL.

Pickup lens

5 When you use a DVD-RW/
DVD+RW, touch [Use DISC SELECT GUIDE].
b Notes When the disc cover opens slightly, open it further.
You cannot use [Use DISC SELECT GUIDE] during Easy Handycam operation (p. 27). Format the disc, following the instructions on the screen.
3 Set the disc with the recording
side facing your camcorder, then press the center of the disc until it clicks.

Viewing still images:

Touch the tab and the still image to be played back.
Return (to the VISUAL INDEX screen) Recording media Slide show (p. 39) Date/time of recording* Go to the VISUAL INDEX screen
* [DATA CODE] is fixed to [DATE/TIME] (p. 71).

Previous/Next

When all movies from the selected one to the last one are played back, the screen returns to the VISUAL INDEX screen. Touch / during pause to play back movies slowly. To adjust the sound volume, touch (HOME) t (SETTINGS) t [SOUND SETTINGS] t [VOLUME], then adjust the volume with /.
To make the disc compatible with playback on other devices (Finalizing)
You need to finalize a recorded disc to make it compatible with playback on other devices or computers. See page 53 on finalizing operation.
You cannot make additional recordings on DVD-R/DVD+R DL discs once you finalize the disc, even if there is free space on the disc. The disc menu is fixed to [STYLE1]. You cannot record additional materials on a finalized disc during Easy Handycam operation (p. 61).
To cancel Easy Handycam operation
Press EASY A again. from the screen. disappears
Adjustable menu settings during Easy Handycam operation
Touch (HOME) B or C to display adjustable menu settings (p. 14, 62).
You can neither delete nor edit movies on the disc during Easy Handycam operation. Most of the settings return to the default setting automatically. However, some menu items are fixed to certain settings. For details, see page 89. When formatting DVD-RW discs with SD (standard definition) image quality, the recording format is fixed to VIDEO (p. 59). (OPTION) does not appear on the screen. Cancel Easy Handycam operation if you want to add effects to the images, or if you want to make various settings.
Unavailable buttons during Easy Handycam operation
During Easy Handycam operation, you cannot use some buttons/functions, since most of the items are set automatically (p. 89). If you press a button that does not work, [Invalid during Easy Handycam operation.] may appear on the screen.

Recording the images

(HOME) E (HOME) D
PHOTO F Lens cover Opens in accordance with the setting of the POWER switch.

START/STOP C

POWER switch A If the POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG), slide it while pressing the green button.
(Movie) lamp (Still) lamp START/STOP B

Fastening the grip belt

Fasten the grip belt in the order shown below, then hold your camcorder securely.
If the ACCESS lamp (p. 24, 26) is on after recording is finished, it means that data is still being written onto the disc or Memory Stick Duo. Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder, and do not disconnect the battery or AC Adaptor.

1 Set the POWER switch to (movie), then press START/STOP to start movie recording. 2 Press PHOTO fully. After you start recording, and before you finish, you can capture up to 3 frames of still images from your movie. Orange color boxes indicate the number of recorded images. When recording is finished, the color changes to orange. 3 Press START/STOP to stop movie recording. Stored still images appear one by one, and the images are stored onto the Memory Stick Duo. When disappears, the images are recorded. b Notes
Do not eject the Memory Stick Duo before recording is finished and the still images are stored on the Memory Stick Duo. You cannot use the flash during Dual Rec.
The recommended distance to the subject when using the built-in flash is approximately 0.3 to 2.5 m (1 to 8 feet). Remove any dust from the surface of the flash lamp before using it. Flash effect may be impaired if heat discoloration or dust obscures the lamp. The flash charge lamp flickers while charging the flash, and remains lit when the battery charge is complete. If you use the flash in bright places such as when shooting a backlit subject, the flash may not be effective. When attaching a conversion lens (optional) or a filter (optional) to your camcorder, the flash light does not emit light.
You can change the brightness of the flash by setting [FLASH LEVEL] (p. 70), or you can prevent the redeye by setting [REDEYE REDUC] (p. 70).
When the POWER switch is set to (Movie), the size of still images becomes: 2.3M (16:9 wide) or 1.7M (4:3) (HDRUX3E/UX5E) Continued ,
4.6M (16:9 wide) or 3.4M (4:3) (HDRUX7E) You can record still images during recording standby in the same way as when the POWER switch is set to (Still). You can also record with the flash.
Adjusting the exposure for backlit subjects
Recording in dark places (NightShot)
To adjust the exposure for backlit subjects, press BACK LIGHT to display. To cancel the back light function, press BACK LIGHT again.

Infrared port

Recording in mirror mode
Set the NIGHTSHOT switch to ON. ( appears.)
The NightShot and Super NightShot functions use infrared light. Therefore, do not cover the infrared port with your fingers or other objects. and remove the conversion lens (optional). Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 79) when it is hard to focus automatically. Do not use the NightShot and Super NightShot functions in bright places. This may cause a malfunction.
Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side (2).
A mirror-image of the subject appears on the LCD screen, but the image will be normal when recorded.

When you output images using the A/V connecting cable, images are output with SD (standard definition) image quality. When recording, set [X.V.COLOR] to [ON] to play back on an x.v.Color-compliant TV (p. 66). Some settings may need to be adjusted on the TV when playing back. Refer to the instruction manual of your TV for details.
If you connect your camcorder to your TV using more than one type of cable to output images, the order of priority of the output signal is as follows: HDMI t component video t S VIDEO t audio/video. HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) is an interface to send both video/audio signals. The HDMI OUT jack outputs high quality images and digital audio.
This category enables you to edit the images on a disc or a Memory Stick Duo. In addition, this category enables you to utilize your camcorder by connecting it to other devices.

Deleting images

You can delete the images recorded on a disc or a Memory Stick Duo using your camcorder. Insert a recorded disc or Memory Stick Duo into your camcorder.
Images cannot be restored once they are deleted. During Easy Handycam operation, you cannot delete movies. Cancel Easy Handycam operation.
You can select up to 100 images at one time. You can delete an image when viewing it by touching (OPTION) t tab t [DELETE].

Item list

DELETE
You can delete the images on a disc or a Memory Stick Duo (p. 45).
Deleting the movies on the disc
You can edit the movies on a disc or a Memory Stick Duo (p. 47).

PLAYLIST EDIT

You can create and edit a Playlist (p. 48).

1 On the

(HOME MENU), touch (OTHERS) t [DELETE].
You can print still images on a connected PictBridge printer (p. 51).

2 Touch [ 3 Touch [

DELETE].

COMPUTER

You can connect your camcorder to your computer (p. 84).
4 Touch the image to be deleted.

TV CONNECT Guide

Your camcorder advises you of the most advantageous way of connecting your TV to view images on the TV (p. 40). The selected scene is marked with. Press and hold the image on the LCD screen to confirm the image. Touch to return to the previous screen.
Deleting images (Continued)

5 Touch

t [YES] t

deleted.

To delete all movies on the disc at one time
In step 3, touch [ DELETE ALL] t [YES] t [YES] t.
4 Touch the still image to be
To delete the last recorded movie
In step 3, touch [ LAST SCENE DEL] t t [YES] t.
To delete SD (standard definition) image quality movies
You can delete movies on DVD-RW (VR mode) discs without any restrictions. You can perform only [ LAST SCENE DEL] on DVD-RW and DVD+RW discs.
Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder while editing images. It may damage the disc. If the deleted movie is included in the Playlist (p. 48), the movie is deleted also from the Playlist. Even if you delete unnecessary images from the disc, the remaining disc capacity may not increase as much as you can make additional recording. To delete all images recorded in the disc and restore the original capacity of the disc, format the disc (p. 59).

2 Touch [

(HOME MENU), touch (VIEW IMAGES) t [PLAYLIST].
3 Touch the scene to be added to

the Playlist.

2 Touch the scene from which you
want to play back. The selected scene is marked with. Press and hold the image on the LCD screen to confirm the image. Touch to return to the previous screen. The Playlist is played back from the selected scene to the end, then the screen returns to the Playlist screen.
To erase unnecessary scenes from the Playlist
1 On the (HOME MENU), touch (OTHERS) t [PLAYLIST EDIT].
2 Touch [ERASE]. To erase all the scenes from the Playlist, touch [ERASE ALL] t [YES] t [YES] t. 3 Select the scene to be deleted from the list.

Destination bar

Press and hold the image on the LCD screen to confirm the image. 6 Touch t [YES] t. The selected scene is marked with. Press and hold the image on the LCD screen to confirm the image. Touch to return to the previous screen. 4 Touch t [YES] t. z Tips
The original scenes are not changed even if you erase the scenes from the Playlist.
When you select multiple scenes, the scenes are moved following the order appeared in the Playlist.
To divide a movie within the Playlist
1 On the (HOME MENU), touch (OTHERS) t [PLAYLIST EDIT]. 2 Touch [DIVIDE]. 3 Select the scene to be divided. The playback of the selected scene starts. 4 Touch at the point where you want to divide the movie into scenes. The movie pauses.
To change the order within the Playlist
1 On the (HOME MENU), touch (OTHERS) t [PLAYLIST EDIT]. 2 Touch [MOVE]. 3 Select the scene to be moved.
The selected scene is marked with. Press and hold the image on the LCD screen to confirm the image. Touch to return to the previous screen. 4 Touch. 5 Select the destination with [T]/[t].
Play and pause toggles as you press. 5 Touch b Notes
A slight difference may occur from the point where you touch and the actual dividing point, as your camcorder selects the dividing point based on about half-second increments.
The original movies are not changed even if you divide the movie in the Playlist.
Dubbing to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders
You can dub images played back on your camcorder to other recording devices, such as VCRs or DVD/HDD recorders. Connect the device in either of the following ways. Connect your camcorder to the wall socket using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 18). Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected.

Movies recorded with HD (high definition) image quality will be dubbed with SD (standard definition) image quality. Since dubbing is performed via analog data transfer, the image quality may deteriorate. To copy a disc recorded with HD (high definition) image quality, install the application software (supplied) on your computer (p. 86), and copy the images to a disc in the computer.

A/V OUT jack

(White) (Red)

S VIDEO

Devices with an S VIDEO jack : Video/Signal flow
Devices without an S VIDEO jack VCRs or DVD/HDD recorders b Notes
You cannot dub to recorders connected with an HDMI cable. To hide the screen indicators (such as a counter, etc.) on the screen of the monitor device connected, set (SETTINGS) t [OUTPUT SETTINGS] t [DISP OUTPUT] t [LCD PANEL] (the default setting) on the HOME MENU (p. 74). To record the date/time and camera settings data, display them on the screen (p. 71). When you are connecting your camcorder to a monaural device, connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video input jack, and the red (right channel) or the white (left channel) plug to the audio input jack on the device.
A A/V connecting cable (supplied) Connect to the input jack of the other device. B A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO (optional) When connecting to another device via the S VIDEO jack, by using an A/V connecting cable with an S VIDEO cable (optional), higher quality images can be produced than with an A/V connecting cable. Connect the white and red plug (left/right audio) and the S VIDEO plug (S VIDEO channel) of the A/V connecting cable with an S VIDEO cable (optional). The yellow plug connection is not necessary. S VIDEO connection only will not output audio.
Printing recorded images (PictBridge
1 Insert the recorded disc into your

camcorder.

compliant printer)
You can print out still images using a PictBridge compliant printer, without connecting the camcorder to a computer. Connect your camcorder to the AC Adaptor to obtain power from the wall socket (p. 18). Insert the Memory Stick Duo containing still images into your camcorder, and turn on the printer.
2 Turn on your camcorder, and
press (VIEW IMAGES). Set [TV TYPE] according to the display device (p. 74).
3 Insert the recording media in the
recording device. If your recording device has an input selector, set it to the input mode.
Connecting your camcorder to the printer
4 Connect your camcorder to the
recording device (VCR or DVD/ HDD recorder) with the A/V connecting cable (supplied) 1 or an A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO (optional) 2. Connect your camcorder to the input jacks of the recording device.

* To create a disc menu (DVD menu) on a DVD+RW or DVD-RW with HD (high definition) image quality, finalize the disc again (p. 53).

5 Touch [YES].

To record with SD (standard definition) image quality, touch [SD].
You cannot change the recording format of a disc midway. For details on AVCHD format/DVD format, see page 10.
1 Connect the AC Adaptor to the
DC IN jack on your camcorder, then connect the mains lead to the wall socket.
6 Touch the option that is right for
Deleting all scenes on the disc (Formatting) (Continued)
The disc will be formatted in the recording image quality and format you selected. When the disc is formatted, you can start recording on the disc.
2 Insert the Memory Stick Duo to
be formatted into your camcorder.

3 On the

To format a disc with SD (standard definition) image quality
Select the recording format, VIDEO mode or VR mode, for DVD-RW (p. 12). If you format DVD-RW during Easy Handycam operation (p. 27), the recording format is fixed to VIDEO. Select the aspect ratio, [16:9 WIDE] or [4:3], for DVD+RW.
Use the AC Adaptor as the power source to prevent your camcorder from running out of power during formatting. 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 recording format. In the case of DVD+RW with SD (standard definition), you cannot change the movie aspect ratio midway. Format the disc again to change the aspect ratio. You cannot format a disc that has been protected on other devices. Cancel the protection with the original device, and then format it.
4 Touch [YES] t [YES]. 5 When [Completed.] appears,
Even the still images protected with another device against accidental deletion are also deleted. Do not attempt the following operations when [Executing.] is on the screen: To operate the POWER switch or buttons To remove the Memory Stick Duo
Formatting the Memory Stick Duo
Formatting deletes all images on a Memory Stick Duo.

SPOTLIGHT**(

Prevents peoples faces from appearing excessively white when subjects are lit by strong light.

BEACH**(

ONE PUSH (
Shoots seaside or lake side; the blue of the water will be recorded clearly.

SNOW**(

Prevents peoples faces from appearing dark in strong light or reflected light, such as on a ski slope.
* Adjusted to focus only on objects farther away. **Adjusted not to focus on objects a short distance away.
The white balance will be adjusted according to the ambient light. 1 Touch [ONE PUSH]. 2 Frame a white object such as a piece of paper, to fill the screen under the same lighting conditions as you will shoot the subject. 3 Touch [ ]. flashes quickly. When the white balance has been adjusted and stored in the memory, the indicator stops flashing.
Set [WHITE BAL.] to [AUTO] or adjust the color in [ONE PUSH] under white or cool white fluorescent lamps. When you select [ONE PUSH], keep shooting a white object while is flashing quickly. flashes slowly if [ONE PUSH] could not be set. When [ONE PUSH] was selected, if keeps flashing after touching. set [WHITE BAL.] to [AUTO]. If you set [WHITE BAL.], [SCENE SELECTION] is set to [AUTO].

SUPER NIGHTSHOT

The image will be recorded at a maximum of 16 times the sensitivity of NightShot recording if you set [SUPER NIGHTSHOT] to [ON] while the NIGHTSHOT switch (p. 34) is also set to ON. appears on the screen. To return to the normal setting, set [SUPER NIGHTSHOT] to [OFF].
Do not use [SUPER NIGHTSHOT] in bright places. This may cause a malfunction. Do not cover the infrared port with your fingers or other objects (p. 34). Remove the conversion lens (optional). Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 79) when it is hard to focus automatically. The shutter speed of your camcorder changes depending on the brightness, which may result in a slowdown of the motion of the image.
For better color balance adjustment, select [AUTO] and aim your camcorder at a nearby white object for about 10 seconds, if: you changed the battery pack when [AUTO] was selected, you moved your camcorder to or from outdoors after using it. You need to redo [ONE PUSH], if: you changed the [SCENE SELECTION] settings. you moved your camcorder to or from outdoors after using it.
You can record a transition with the following effects adding to the interval between scenes.
1 Select the desired effect in [STBY] (during fading in) or [REC] (during fading out) mode, then touch. 2 Press START/STOP. The fader indicator stops flashing and disappears when the fade is complete.
COLOR SLOW SHTR (Color Slow Shutter)
When you set [COLOR SLOW SHTR] to [ON], you can record an image brighter in color even in dark places. appears on the screen. To cancel [COLOR SLOW SHTR], touch [OFF].
Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 79) when it is hard to focus automatically. The shutter speed of your camcorder changes depending on the brightness, which may result in a slowdown of the motion of the image.

To copy still images from a Memory Stick Duo
OS: Mac OS 9.1/9.2 or Mac OS X (v10.1/ v10.2/v10.3/v10.4). Others: USB port (this must be provided as standard)
The First Step Guide is an instruction manual you can refer to on your computer. This describes basic operations, from initial hookup of your camcorder and computer and making setting. Referring to Installing the First Step Guide, start the First Step Guide, then follow the instructions.
Installing First Step Guide
Copy FirstStepGuide(PDF), stored in the desired language in the [FirstStepGuide] folder, to your computer.
Double-click FirstStepGuide(PDF). If a software to view PDF is not installed on your computer, you can download Adobe Reader from the following web page: http://www.adobe.com/
If you run into any problems using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer. Overall operations/Easy Handycam/ Remote Commander.p. 89 Batteries/Power sources..p. 90 LCD screen/viewfinder.p. 91 Discs/Memory Stick Duo.p. 91 Recording..p. 92 Playing back a disc on your camcorder...p. 94 Playing back a disc on other devices.p. 95 Editing movies on the disc.p. 95 Viewing images on a TV.p. 96 Dubbing/Connecting to other devices...p. 96 Connecting to a computer..p. 97 Functions that cannot be used simultaneously..p. 97
The temperature of your camcorder is extremely high. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place.

Buttons do not work.

During Easy Handycam operation (p. 27), you cannot use following buttons/ functions. BACK LIGHT (p. 34) Camera control dial (p. 35) (HDR-UX7E) Playback zoom (p. 39) Switching on/off the LCD backlight (p. 23)
(OPTION) does not appear on the screen.
During Easy Handycam operation, you cannot use the OPTION MENU.
Menu settings have changed automatically.
During Easy Handycam operation, most of the menu settings return to their defaults. During Easy Handycam operation, some menu items are fixed as follows. Movie recording mode: [SP] Still image quality: [FINE] [DATA CODE]: [DATE/TIME] Recording format of DVD-RW: [VIDEO] (for SD (standard definition) image quality) Following menu items return to the default settings when you set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG) for more than 12 hours. [FOCUS] [SPOT FOCUS] [EXPOSURE] [SPOT METER] [SCENE SELECTION] [WHITE BAL.] [MICREF LEVEL]
Overall operations/Easy Handycam/Remote Commander
The power does not turn on.
Attach a charged battery pack to the camcorder (p. 18). Connect the plug of the AC Adaptor to the wall socket (p. 18).

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. The MPEG-4 AVC/ H.264 format enables a high definition (HD) video signal shot on a digital video camera recorder to be recorded on 8 cm DVD discs.
Recording and playback on your camcorder
Based on the AVCHD format, your camcorder records with the HD (high definition) image quality mentioned below.
Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or leave it in a humid place. When you carry or store the disc, put it in its case. When you want to write letters or marks, etc. on a single-sided disc, write only on the printed side using an oil-based marker with a felt-tip, and do not touch the ink until it dries. Do not heat the disc or use a sharp-pointed tool, such as ball point pen. Do not dry the surface by heating. You cannot write, or mark, on double-sided discs.
Video signal: AVCHD format 1440 1080/50i Audio signal: Dolby Digital 5.1 ch Recording media: 8 cm DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD+R DL discs
DVDs recorded in AVCHD format other than the above mentioned cannot be played on your camcorder. 8 cm DVD-RAM discs cannot be recorded or played on your camcorder.

About the AVCHD format

Your digital video camera recorder incorporates both the AVCHD format and the DVD format for the recording function.
In addition to HD (high definition) image quality, your camcorder is capable of recording an SD (standard definition) signal in the conventional DVD format.
*1: 1080i specification A high definition specification which utilizes 1080 effective scanning lines and the interlace system. *2: 720p specification A high definition specification which utilizes 720 effective scanning lines and the progressive system.
What is the AVCHD format?
The AVCHD format is a high definition digital video camera format used to record an HD (high definition) signal of either the 1080i specification*1 or the 720p specification*2, using efficient data compression coding technology. The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format is adopted to

if any liquid gets in your eyes, wash with plenty of water and consult a doctor.
x When not using your camcorder for a long time
Periodically turn it on and let it run such as by playing back discs or recording for about 3 minutes. Remove a disc from your camcorder. Use up the battery pack completely before storing it.

Moisture condensation

If your camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside your camcorder, on the surface of the disc, or on the pickup lens. This may cause a malfunction to your camcorder. x If moisture condensation has occurred Leave your camcorder for about 1 hour without turning it on. x 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 shower. You use your camcorder in a hot and humid place.
x 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).
Do not exert excessive pressure on the LCD screen, as it may cause 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.
You cannot calibrate the LCD screen if it is rotated, or closed with the screen facing out.
On maintenance of the casing
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.

Viewing still images

Indicators when you made changes
Following indicators appear during recording/playback to indicate the settings of your camcorder.

Upper left Upper right

K Image size (68) L Current still image number /Total number of recorded still images M Data file name N Slide show button (39) O Previous/Next button (38) P Playback folder Q VISUAL INDEX button (37)

Bottom Center

Upper left

Indicator Meaning

5.1ch surround recording/ playback (32) Self-timer recording (83) Flash light (33) MICREF LEVEL low (83) WIDE SELECT (65)

Upper right

Fader (82) LCD backlight off (23)

Center

Slide show set (39) NightShot (34) Super NightShot (82) Color Slow Shutter (82) PictBridge connecting (51) EZ Warning (98)
Indicators displayed during recording/playback (Continued)

Bottom

Picture effect (83) Digital effect (83) 9 Manual focus (79) SCENE SELECTION (80)
Backlight (34) White balance (81) SteadyShot off (65) SPOT METER (80)/ EXPOSURE (80) AE SHIFT (64) (HDRUX7E) WB SHIFT (65) (HDRUX7E) Tele macro (79) Zebra (66) X.V.COLOR (66)
Data code during recording
The date, time, and camera setting data of the recorded images are recorded automatically on the disc and Memory Stick Duo. They are not displayed while recording. However, you can check them as [DATA CODE] during playback (p. 71). You can view the recording date and time on another device, etc. ([SUB-T DATE], p. 66).

Glossary

x 5.1ch surround sound
A system that plays back sound on 6 speakers, 3 at the front (left, right and center) and 2 at the rear (right and left) with an additional low-pass subwoofer counted as a 0.1 channel for frequencies of 120 Hz or lower.

x Thumbnail

Reduced-size images which enable you to view many images at the same time. VISUAL INDEX and disc menu use a thumbnail display system.

x AVCHD format

A high definition digital video camera format used to record an HD (high definition) signal using the MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format.

x VIDEO mode

One of the recording formats you can select when using a DVD-RW with SD (standard definition) image quality. VIDEO mode provides excellent compatibility with other DVD devices.

x Dolby Digital

An audio encoding (compression) system developed by Dolby Laboratories Inc.

x VISUAL INDEX

This function displays images of movies and still images you have recorded so that you can select those scenes you want to play back.
x Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator
Sound compression technology developed by Dolby Laboratories Inc. which compresses audio efficiently while preserving high sound quality. It enables recording of 5.1ch surround sound while using disc space more efficiently. Discs created by Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator can be played back on a device compatible with the disc created on your camcorder.

Accessory Compatibility Chart

MODEL Battery

HDR-CX7E

HDR-SR7/5E

HDR-SR12E

HDR-SR10E

DCR-SR300/200E

DCR-SR85E

DCR-SR65E

DCR-SR46E

DCR-SR45E

HDR-UX7E

HDR-UX5E

DCR-DVD910E

DCR-DVD810E

DCR-DVD710E

DCR-DVD610E

HDR-HC9E

DCR-HC62E

DCR-HC52E

NP-FH50

NP-FH70

NP-FH100

Adaptor/ Charger

AC-VQH10 BC-TRP AC-L200 AC-VQH10 BC-TRP AC-L200
Semi-Soft/ Soft Carrying Case Carrying Case

LCS-HAB

LCS-SRC

LCS-BBA

LCS-DAB

Carrying Case

LCS-MX100 LCS-X10 LCS-X20 LCS-X30 LCS-MX100 LCS-X10 LCS-X20 LCS-X30
Multi Wide/ Tele Conversion Lens Wide Convension Lens Tele Convension Lens Polarising Filter

VF-37CPK S

VCL-E07A

VCL-HA07A

VCL-HG0737C

VCL-HG0730A

VCL-0630X

VCL-HG1737C

VCL-HG1730A

VCL-2030X

VF-30CPKX S

Neutral Density Filter

VF-R37NK VF-R30NKX VF-R37NK VF-R30NKX VF-R30NKX VF-R37NK VF-R30NKX VF-R37NK VF-R30NKX

Tripod

VCT-R100 VCT-R640 VCT-MTK VCT-R100 VCT-R640 VCT-MTK

Remote Tripod

VCT-50AV VCT-60AV VCT-80AV VCT-50AV VCT-60AV VCT-80AV

Remote Commander

RM-VD1 RM-AV2 RM-AV2 RM-VD1 RM-AV2 RM-AV2 RM-VD1 RM-AV2 RM-AV2

Flash/Light

HVL-HL1 HVL-HFL1 HVL-10NH HVL-10NH HVL-HL1 HVL-HFL1 HVL-10NH HVL-10NH

HVL-HL1 HVL-HFL1

HVL-10NH

IR Light

HVL-HIRL HVL-HIRL HVL-HIRL

Microphone

ECM-HST1 ECM-HGZ1 ECM-HW1 ECM-HST1 ECM-HGZ1 ECM-HW1

ECM-HGZ1

ECM-HW1

ECM-HST1

Water Housing

SPK-HCD SPK-HCD

VMC-15/30HD VMC-30VC
VMC-15FS VMC-30FS VMC-30FC VMC-14UMB2 VMC-15MHD VMC-30MHD VMC-15FS VMC-30FS VMC-15FS VMC-30FS VMC-14UMB2 VMC-15FS VMC-30FS VMC-14UMB2

VMC-15/30FS VMC-14UMB2

VMC-14UMB2 VMC-30FS

VMC-30FS

Printer

DPP-FP60 DPP-FP70

DPP-FP90

DPP-FP60

DPP-FP70
Memory Stick LCD Protector
Memory Stick DuoTM / Memory Stick PRO DuoTM
Memory Stick MicroTM + M2 Duo Adaptor
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