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.

Notes on use

Your camcorder is supplied with two kinds of operations guides.
Operating Guide (This manual) PMB Guide for using your camcorder with a computer connected (stored on the supplied CD-ROM) (p. 103).
Types of the disc you can use in your camcorder
You can use the following discs only. 8 cm DVD-RW 8 cm DVD+RW 8 cm DVD-R 8 cm DVD+R DL Use the discs with marks listed below. See page 14 for details.
For reliability and durability of recording/ playback, we recommend that you use Sony *(for discs or discs with an VIDEO CAMERA) mark for your camcorder.
* Depending on the place you bought, the disc has a mark.

Battery pack

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.

b Notes

Using a disc other than above may cause the unsatisfactory recording/playback or you may not be able to remove the disc from your camcorder.
Types of Memory Stick you can use in your camcorder
For recording movies, it is recommended that you use a Memory Stick PRO Duo of 1 GB or larger marked with:
PRO-HG Duo) PRO Duo)* (Memory Stick (Memory Stick
* You can use Memory Stick PRO Duo whether Mark2 is indicated or not.
See page 31 for the recordable time of a Memory Stick PRO Duo.
Memory Stick PRO Duo / Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo (This size can be used with your camcorder.) Battery
Memory Stick (You cannot use it in your camcorder.)
The camcorder is not dustproofed, dripproofed or waterproofed. See About handling of your camcorder (p. 129). To prevent the media from being broken or recorded images from being lost, do not do the following when either of the (Movie)/ (Still) lamps (p. 23) or the ACCESS lamp (p. 28) /access lamp (p. 30) is lit or flashing:
to remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor from the camcorder. to apply mechanical shock or vibration to the camcorder. to eject the Memory Stick PRO Duo.

On playing back recorded images on other devices
Your camcorder is compatible with MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 High Profile for HD (high definition) image quality recording. Therefore, you cannot play back images recorded with HD (high definition) image quality on your camcorder with the following devices;
Other AVCHD-compatible devices which are not compatible with High Profile Devices which are not compatible with the AVCHD format
Note on disposal/transfer (HDRUX19E/UX20E)
Even if you format the internal memory (p. 76), you may not delete data from the internal memory completely. When you transfer the camcorder, it is recommended that you perform [ EMPTY] (p. 81) to prevent the recovery of your data. In addition to the above, when you dispose of the camcorder, it is recommended that you destroy the actual body of the camcorder.
About the Carl Zeiss lens
Your camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens, which was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. It adopts the MTF measurement system for video cameras and offers a quality typical of a Carl Zeiss lens. Also, the lens for your camcorder is T -coated to suppress unwanted reflections and faithfully reproduce colors. MTF= Modulation Transfer Function. The number value indicates the amount of light from a subject coming into the lens.
About the marks used in this manual
The operations available depend on the media used. The following marks are used to indicate the type of media you can use for a particular operation.

Internal memory

Memory Stick PRO Duo

About this manual

The images of the LCD screen and the viewfinder used in this manual for illustration purposes are captured using a digital still camera, and therefore may appear different. 8 cm DVD disc is referred to as Disc in this manual. The internal memory, disc and Memory Stick PRO Duo are all referred to as Media in this manual. Design and specifications of recording media and other accessories are subject to change without notice. The illustrations used on this manual are based on the model HDR-UX20E.

Table of Contents

Read this before operating your camcorder. 2 Subject examples and solutions. 10

Set the media that contains the movie to be divided in advance (p. 26).
(HOME) t (OTHERS) t [EDIT].
2 Touch [DIVIDE]. 3 Touch the movie to be divided.
The selected movie is played back.
at the point where you want to divide the movie into the scenes. The movie pauses. Play and pause toggles as you press.
You can divide a movie on the playback screen by using (OPTION) menu. The images recorded on your camcorder are called original.
You can adjust the dividing point with more precision using /.

Creating the Playlist

A Playlist is a list showing thumbnails of the movies that you have selected. The original movies are not changed, even if you edit or delete the movies in the Playlist. Set the desired media for creating/playback/ editing a Playlist in advance (p. 26).
Movies with HD (high definition) image quality and SD (standard definition) image quality are added to an individual Playlist.
To the Playlist on the internal memory (HDRUX19E/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 images recorded on your camcorder are called original.
To add all the movies to the Playlist

1 In step 2, touch [

ADD ALL].
(HOME) t (OTHERS) t [PLAYLIST EDIT].
You cannot add all movies recorded on a disc to a Playlist at once, when the movies are recorded with both the 1920 1080/ 50i standard and the 1440 1080/50i standard on the disc.

2 Touch [

[ ADD].

ADD]/[

To add all the movies recorded on the same day at one time
3 Touch the movie to be added to

the Playlist.

1 In step 2, touch [ ADD by date] or [ ADD by date]. The recording dates of movies are displayed on the screen.
Creating the Playlist (Continued)
2 Touch / to select the recording date of the desired movies, then touch. The movies recorded on the selected date are displayed on the LCD screen. Touch the movie on the LCD screen to confirm. Touch to return to the previous screen. 3 Touch t [YES]. 4 When [Completed.] appears, touch
Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder while adding a movie to the Playlist. Do not eject the Memory Stick PRO Duo from your camcorder while adding a movie to the Playlist on the Memory Stick PRO Duo. You cannot add still images to a Playlist. You can create the Playlist only with DVD-RW (VR mode) for the SD (standard definition) image quality. To create a Playlist on a disc with HD (high definition) image quality, you cannot contain movies recorded with both the 1920 1080/ 50i standard and the 1440 1080/50i standard in the Playlist.

5 Touch [YES].

To record with SD (standard definition) image quality, touch [SD].
Formatting the media (Continued)
Recording additional movies after finalizing
You can record additional movies on the finalized DVD-RW/DVD+RW after the following steps. Additional movies cannot be recorded on a DVD-R/DVD+R DL after finalizing. Replace it with a new disc.
You cannot change the image quality of a disc during recording. For details on AVCHD format/DVD format, see page 14, 126.
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.
This function checks the management information and the consistency of movies and still images on the internal memory (HDR-UX19E/UX20E), or of movies on the Memory Stick PRO Duo and repairs any inconsistencies found.
(HOME) t (MANAGE MEDIA) t [REPAIR IMG.DB F.] t [INT. MEMORY] (HDR-UX19E/UX20E) or [MEMORY STICK]. The [REPAIR IMG.DB F.] screen appears.

2 Touch [YES].

Checking the image database file starts. Touch to finish checking the image database file if no inconsistency is found.
Preventing data on the internal memory of the camcorder from being recovered (HDR-UX19E/ UX20E)
[ EMPTY] allows you to write unintelligible data onto the internal memory of the camcorder. In this way, it may become more difficult to recover any original data. When you dispose of or transfer the camcorder to others, it is recommended that you perform [ EMPTY].
If you perform [ EMPTY], all the images on the internal memory are deleted. To avoid the loss of important images, they should be saved on other device or other media before performing [ EMPTY] (p. 59, 61, 103). You cannot perform [ EMPTY] unless you connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket). Disconnect all cables except the AC Adaptor. While performing [ EMPTY], do not apply any vibrations or shocks to your camcorder.
4 Press and hold. (back light)
(p. 139). The [ EMPTY] screen appears.
If you stop performing [ EMPTY] while [Executing.] appears, be sure to complete the operation by performing [ EMPTY] when you use the camcorder next time.

The redeye reduction may not produce the desired effect due to individual differences and other conditions.

INDEX SET

The camcorder detects faces automatically during movie recording. The default setting is [ON]. Face icons and their meanings : This icon appears when the setting is [ON]. : This icon flashes when your camcorder detects a face. The icon stops flashing when the face is recorded in the Face Index. : This icon appears when faces cannot be recorded in the Face Index.

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.

To cancel, touch [OFF], or zoom to wideangle (W side).
When recording a distant subject, focusing may be difficult and can take some time. Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 98) when it is hard to focus automatically.

EXPOSURE

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

SCENE SELECTION

You can record images effectively in various situations. B AUTO
Select to automatically record images effectively without the [SCENE SELECTION] function.

TWILIGHT* (

1 Touch [MANUAL]. appears. 2 Adjust the exposure by touching. 3 Touch.
Select to maintain the darkening atmosphere of the distant surroundings in twilight scenes.

TWILIGHT PORT.(

To return the setting to automatic exposure, touch [AUTO] t in step 1.
Select to use the flash when recording still images of persons and background.
SPOT METER (Flexible spot meter)
You can adjust and fix the exposure to the subject, so that it is recorded in suitable brightness even when there is strong contrast between the subject and the background, such as subjects in the spotlight on stage. CANDLE ( )
Select to maintain the dim atmosphere of a candlelit scene.

SUNRISE&SUNSET* (

Select to reproduce the atmosphere of scenes such as sunsets or sunrises.
1 Touch the point where you want to fix and adjust the exposure on the screen. appears. 2 Touch [END].

FIREWORKS* (

Select to take spectacular shots of fireworks.
To return the setting to automatic exposure, touch [AUTO] t [END] in step 1.
If you set [SPOT METER], [EXPOSURE] is automatically set to [MANUAL]. Continued ,

OPTION MENU (Continued)

LANDSCAPE*(
Even when [SCENE SELECTION] has been set to [TWILIGHT PORT.] with the lamp lighting up, the settings automatically changed to [AUTO] according to the lighting-up of the lamp. If you set [SCENE SELECTION], [WHITE BAL.] setting is canceled.
Select to shoot distant subjects clearly. This setting also prevents your camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows that comes in between the camcorder and the subject.

PORTRAIT (

WHITE BAL. (White balance)
You can adjust the color balance to the brightness of the recording environment. B AUTO
The white balance is adjusted automatically.
Select to bring out the subject such as people or flowers while creating a soft background.

SPOTLIGHT**(

OUTDOOR (
Select to prevent peoples faces from appearing excessively white when subjects are lit by strong light.

Precautions and maintenance

About the Disc

See page 14 for the details of discs which you can use with your camcorder.

symbol

Hold the disc by its edge while supporting the center hole lightly. Do not touch the recording side (the opposite of the printed side when using a single-sided disc).
Before shooting, be sure to remove dust and fingerprints from the disc with a soft cloth. Otherwise you may not be able to record or play normally in some situations using that disc. When you set the disc in your camcorder, press firmly until it clicks. When the message [C:13:ss] appears on the LCD screen, open the disc cover and set the disc again. Do not attach any adhesive material such as a sticker on the surface of a disc. If you do so, the disc may become unbalanced, and this may cause a malfunction of the disc or your camcorder.
Place the symbol facing outwards. Recording is made on the rear side.
Use of double-sided discs
Double-sided discs allow you to record both sides of a disc. x Recording on the A side Place the disc in your camcorder with the side with the symbol at the center facing outwards until it clicks.
When using a double-sided disc, take care not to smudge the surface with fingerprints. When a double-sided disc is used in your camcorder, recording/playback are performed on that side only. You cannot switch to record on or play back the other side with the disc set to the camcorder. When recording/playback of one side is complete, remove, then insert it again and turn the disc over to access the other side. Perform the following operations on each side of a double-sided disc:
Finalizing (p. 71) Formatting (p. 77) Unfinalizing (p. 78)
Precautions and maintenance (Continued)
Care and storage of the discs
Keep the disc clean, or the image quality of the audio and video output may deteriorate. Clean the disc with a soft cloth. Wipe the disc from the center out. For dirt, clean the disc with a soft cloth slightly moistened in water, then remove the moisture with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use solvents such as benzine, cleaners intended for vinyl LPs or antistatic spray, as they may cause a malfunction to the disc.
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 video signal shot on a digital video camera recorder to be recorded on 8 cm DVD discs, etc.

To charge the battery pack
Be sure to charge the battery pack before you start using your camcorder. We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10 C to 30 C (50 F to 86 F) until the CHG (charge) lamp turns off. If you charge the battery pack outside of this temperature range, you may not be able to charge it efficiently. After charging is complete, disconnect the cable from the DC IN jack on your camcorder or remove the battery pack.
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.

Do not damage the power cord (mains lead) such as by placing anything heavy on it. Keep metal contacts clean. Keep the Remote Commander and button-type battery out of childrens reach. If the battery is accidentally swallowed, consult a doctor immediately. If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked: consult your local authorized Sony service facility. wash off any liquid that may have contacted your skin. if any liquid gets in your eyes, wash with plenty of water and consult a doctor.
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.
x When not using your camcorder for a long time
Periodically turn it on and let it run such as by playing back or recording images 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 To clean the LCD screen If fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen dirty, it is recommended you use a soft cloth to clean it. When you use the LCD Cleaning Kit (optional), do not apply the cleaning liquid directly to the LCD screen. Use cleaning paper moistened with the liquid. x 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.

1 Turn on your camcorder. 2 Touch (HOME) t t [GENERAL SET] t [CALIBRATION]. (SETTINGS)
3 Touch displayed on the screen with the corner of the Memory Stick PRO Duo or the like 3 times. The position of changes. Touch [CANCEL] to cancel.

Pickup lens

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.
About care and storage of the lens
Wipe the surface of the lens clean with a soft cloth in the following instances: When there are fingerprints on the lens surface. In hot or humid locations When the lens is exposed to salty air such as at the seaside. Store in a well-ventilated location subject to little dirt or dust. To prevent mold, periodically clean the lens as described above. It is recommended that you operate your camcorder about once a month to keep it in optimum state for a long time.
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.
About care of the viewfinder
To remove dust from inside the viewfinder, follow the procedure below. Additional Information 1 Pull out the viewfinder. 2 While pushing in the tab on the bottom of the viewfinder with a fine-tipped implement such as a ball point pen, pull the eyecup block in the direction of the arrow to remove.

On the pickup lens

Do not touch the pickup lens inside the disc cover. Keep the disc cover closed except when inserting and removing the disc, to keep dust out. When your camcorder does not work because the pickup lens is dirty, clean it with a blower (optional). Do not touch the pickup lens directly during cleaning because this may cause the camcorder to malfunction.
3 Remove dust from the eyecup block with a camera blower, etc.
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 POWER switch is set to OFF (CHG). 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. x Procedures Connect your camcorder to a wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor, and leave it with the POWER switch set to OFF (CHG) for more than 24 hours.