media) (70)

While the lamp is lit or flashing, the camcorder is reading or writing data.
Memory Stick Duo media slot (70) Battery pack (18)

(Movie)/

(Photo) lamps (21)
(DISC BURN) button (see Operating Guide) STD/LOW LUX/NIGHTSHOT switch (35)
ACCESS lamp (Hard disk) (18) While the lamp is lit or flashing, the camcorder is reading or writing data. /CHG (flash/charge) lamp (18) START/STOP button (25, 30) DC IN jack (18) Power zoom lever (34, 49) PHOTO button (26, 32) MODE button (26, 32) (headphones) jack MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack Grip belt (24, 30) Hook for a shoulder belt Tripod receptacle Attach a tripod (sold separately) to the tripod receptacle using a tripod screw (sold separately: the length of the screw must be less than 5.5 mm (7/32 in.)). BATT (battery) release lever (19)
Wireless Remote Commander
Notes Remove the insulation sheet before using the Wireless Remote Commander.

Insulation sheet

Point the Wireless Remote Commander towards the remote sensor to operate your camcorder (p.9). When no commands have been sent from the Wireless Remote Commander within a certain period, the orange frame disappears. When you press any of ///, or ENTER again, the frame appears at the position where it was displayed last. You cannot select some buttons on the LCD screen using ///.
DATA CODE button (90) Displays the date and time, camera setting data, or coordinates (HDR-XR500V/XR520V) of the recorded images when you press this button during playback. PHOTO button (26, 32) The on-screen image when you press this button will be recorded as a still image. SCAN/SLOW buttons (28, 42) / (Previous/Next) buttons (28, 28,
To change the battery of the Wireless Remote Commander
While pressing on the tab, inset your fingernail Place a new battery with the + side facing up. Insert the battery case back into the Wireless
into the slit to pull out the battery case.
Remote Commander until it clicks.

42, 43)

PLAY button (28, 42) STOP button (28, 42) DISPLAY button (38) Transmitter START/STOP button (25, 30) Power zoom buttons (34, 49) PAUSE button (28, 42) VISUAL INDEX button (26, 41) Displays a VISUAL INDEX screen during playback. ////ENTER buttons When you press any of these buttons, the orange frame appears on the LCD screen. Select a desired button or an item with ///, then press ENTER to enter.

On turning the camcorder on or off using the LCD screen or the viewfinder
The power of the camcorder is turned on or off depending on the status of the LCD screen or the viewfinder.
LCD screen Open Closed Status Viewfinder Retracted Pulled out Retracted Pulled out Power of the camcorder On On Off On
Notes Even if the LCD screen is closed, if the viewfinder is pulled out, the camcorder is not turned off. When you turn off the power of the camcorder, make sure that the viewfinder is retracted to the original position.
Changing the language setting
You can change the on-screen displays to show messages in a specified language. (SETTINGS) [CLOCK/ LANG] [ LANGUAGE SET] Touch (HOME) . a desired language
Five pieces of advice for successful recording
Stabilizing your camcorder
When you hold the camcorder, keep your upper body upright, and hold your arms close to your body. The SteadyShot function is effective against camera-shake, however, it is essential that you not move the camcorder.

Zooming smoothly

Zoom in and out slowly and smoothly. And, use zooming sparingly. Excessive zooming will make movies that may make the viewer feel tired when viewing them.
Evoking a feeling of spaciousness
Use the panning technique. Stabilize yourself, move your camcorder horizontally as you turn your upper body slowly. Stay still at the end of panning for a while to make the scene look stable.
Accentuating movies with narration
Consider the sound to be recorded with your movies. Narrate the subject, or talk to the subject during shooting. Aim for a balanced volume of voices, since the recording person is closer to the microphone than the recorded person.

Using accessories

Make good use of camcorder accessories. For example, using a tripod, you can make a time-lapse recording or record subjects in dim light, such as scenes of fireworks, or night views. By always carrying spare batteries, you can continue recording without worrying about battery power shortages.
Recording and playing movies and photos easily Easy Handycam Operation) (
Simply press EASY. You can record or play movies and photos easily (Easy Handycam operation). During Easy Handycam operation, you can set basic options, such as changing the image size or deleting images, among the setting and adjustment items. Other items are set automatically.
When Easy Handycam operation is started, nearly all menu settings are reset to the default settings automatically. (Some menu items retain the settings that were made before Easy Handycam operation.)

Data code during recording
The recording date, time and condition, and coordinates (HDR-XR500V/XR520V) are recorded automatically on the recording media. They are not displayed during recording. However, you can check them as [DATA CODE] during playback (p.88).
In the default setting, photos are recorded on the internal hard disk (p.70).
Flashes Lights up When disappears, the photo is recorded.
See page 121 on the recordable number of photos. (HOME) (SETTINGS) [PHOTO SETTINGS] To change the image size, touch (p.81). [ IMAGE SIZE] a desired setting You can record photos during movie recording by pressing PHOTO ([Dual Rec], p.35). Your camcorder flashes automatically when there is insufficient ambient light. The flash does not work during movie recording. You can change how your camcorder flashes by [FLASH MODE] (p.83). is displayed. You cannot record photos while
Useful functions for recording movies and photos

Zooming

You can magnify images up to 12 times the original size with the power zoom lever or the zoom buttons on the LCD frame.
Wider range of view Close view (Wide angle) (Telephoto)
Move the power zoom lever slightly for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom.
Notes Be sure to keep your finger on the power zoom lever. If you move your finger off the power zoom lever, the operation sound of the power zoom lever may also be recorded. You cannot change the zoom speed with the zoom buttons on the LCD frame. The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is about 1 cm (about 13/32 in.) for wide angle and about 80 cm (about 2 5/8 feet) for telephoto.
Tips You can set [DIGITAL ZOOM] (p.76) if you want to zoom to a greater than 12 times.
Recording sound with more presence (5.1ch surround recording)
Dolby Digital 5.1ch surround sound can be recorded with the built-in microphone. You can enjoy realistic sound when playing the movie on devices that support 5.1ch surround sound.

Built-in microphone

Notes If you play back 5.1ch sound on your camcorder, 5.1ch sound is automatically converted and output in 2ch. To enjoy the 5.1ch surround sound of the movies recorded with high definition image quality (HD) in 5.1ch sound, you need an AVCHD format device compatible with 5.1ch surround. When you connect your camcorder with an HDMI cable (sold separately), the sound of high definition image quality (HD) movies recorded in 5.1ch sound is automatically output in 5.1ch sound. The sound of standard definition image quality (SD) movies is converted to 2ch.

Using BRAVIA Sync

You can operate your camcorder with the Remote Commander of your TV by connecting your camcorder to a BRAVIA Sync compatible TV launched in 2008 or later with the HDMI cable.

HDMI cable

Connect your camcorder and a BRAVIA Sync compatible TV with the HDMI

cable (sold separately).

Turn on your camcorder.
The TV input is switched automatically, and the image of your camcorder is displayed on the TV.
Operate your camcorder with the Remote Commander of the TV.
You can do the following operations.

to to

display (VIEW IMAGES) or (HOME) by pressing the SYNC MENU button display an index screen, such as the VISUAL INDEX screen, and play back the desired movies or photos by pressing up/down/left/right/enter buttons on the Remote Commander of your TV
Notes There may be some operations you cannot do with the Remote Commander. To set your camcorder, touch (HOME) (SETTINGS) [GENERAL SET] [CTRL FOR . HDMI] [ON] (the default setting) Also set your TV. Refer to the instruction manual of the TV for details.
Tips If you turn off the TV, your camcorder is turned off simultaneously.
Deleting movies and photos
You can free media space by deleting movies and photos from recording media. Select the recording medium that contains the movies and photos you want to delete before starting the operation (p.70). For movies, select the image quality (p.88).
Notes You cannot restore images once they are deleted. Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder while deleting the images. It may damage the recording media. Do not eject Memory Stick PRO Duo media while deleting images from Memory Stick PRO Duo media. You cannot delete protected movies and photos. Undo the protection of the movies and photos to delete them, before you try to delete them (p.63). If the deleted movie is included in the Playlist (p.65), the movie added to the Playlist is deleted also from the Playlist. Save important movies and photos in advance (p.67).
To delete movies, touch [ DELETE] [ DELETE] or [ DELETE].
To delete photos, touch [ [ DELETE].

DELETE]

Touch and display the mark on the movies or photos to be deleted.
Tips Press and hold the image down on the LCD screen to confirm the image. Touch to return to the previous screen.

Touch.

[YES]
To delete all movies/photos at one time
In step 2, touch [ DELETE] DELETE ALL]/[ DELETE ALL] [ . [YES] [YES]
Tips You can select up to 100 images at one time. You can delete an image on the playback screen OPTION MENU. from To delete all images recorded in the recording media, and recover all the recordable space of the media, format the media (p.72). Reduced-size images which enable you to view many images at the same time on an index screen are called thumbnails.

Returns to the beginning of the selected movie
The captured photo is saved on the recording media selected in [PHOTO MEDIA SET] (p.70). When capturing is finished, the screen returns to pause.
Dubbing/copying movies and photos from the internal hard disk to Memory Stick PRO Duo media

Dubbing movies

You can dub movies recorded on the internal hard disk of your camcorder to Memory Stick PRO Duo media. Insert Memory Stick PRO Duo media into your camcorder before the operation.
Notes When you record a movie on Memory Stick PRO Duo media for the first time, create the (HOME) image database file by touching (MANAGE MEDIA) [REPAIR IMG.DB F.] [MEMORY STICK]. Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor to prevent your camcorder from running out of power during dubbing.
Touch the image quality of the movie to be dubbed.
[ DUB]: To dub the high definition image quality (HD) movies DUB]: To dub the standard [ definition image quality (SD) movies
Touch the type of dubbing.
[DUB by select]: To select movies and dub [DUB by date]: To dub all movies of a specified date DUB ALL]: To dub the high [ definition image quality (HD) Playlist DUB ALL]: To dub the standard [ definition image quality (SD) Playlist When you select the Playlist as the source of dubbing, follow the on-screen instructions to dub the Playlist.
Select the movie to be dubbed.
[DUB by select]: Touch the movie to be dubbed, and mark it with. You can select multiple movies.
Tips The original movie will not be deleted after dubbing. All included images in a Playlist will be dubbed. The images recorded by this camcorder and stored onto the recording media are called original.
Touch (HOME) [MOVIE DUB].
Estimmated remaining capacity of Memory Stick PRO Duo media
The [MOVIE DUB] screen appears.
[DUB by date]: Select the recording date of the movie to be dubbed, then. You cannot select multiple touch dates.
Touch the type of copying.
[COPY by select]: To copy selected photos [COPY by date]: To copy all photos of a specified date

Select the photo to be copied. Touch [YES] .
[COPY by select]: Touch the photo to be copied, and mark with. You can select multiple photos.
Tips To check the dubbed movies after dubbing is finished, select [MEMORY STICK] on [MOVIE MEDIA SET] and play them back (p.70).

Copying photos

You can copy photos from the internal hard disk of the camcorder to Memory Stick PRO Duo media. Insert Memory Stick PRO Duo media into your camcorder before the operation.
Tips Press and hold the image down on the to screen to confirm the image. Touch return to the previous screen.
Notes Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor to prevent your camcorder from running out of power during copying.
[COPY by date]: Select the recording date of the photo to be copied, then. You cannot select multiple touch dates.
Touch (HOME) [PHOTO COPY].
The [PHOTO COPY] screen appears.
Tips To check the copied photos after copying is finished, select [MEMORY STICK] on [PHOTO MEDIA SET] and play them back (p.70).
Protecting recorded movies and photos (Protect)
Protect movies and photos to avoid deleting them by mistake. Select the recording medium that contains the movies and photos you want to protect before starting the operation (p.70). For movies, select the image quality (p.88).
To undo the protection of movies and photos
Touch the movie or photo marked with in step 3. disappears.
Tips You can protect movies and photos on the OPTION MENU. playback screen from
To protect all the movies and photos recorded on the same day at one time
You can protect photos by selecting recording dates only when photos are recorded on the internal hard disk. In step 2, touch [ PROTECT] PRT. by date]/[ PRT. by date]. [

Touch (HOME) [EDIT].

To protect movies, touch [ PROTECT] [ PROTECT]/ [ PROTECT].
To protect all photos on the same day at one time, touch [ PROTECT] [ PRT. by date].
To protect photos, touch [ [ PROTECT].

PROTECT]

Touch the movies and photos to be protected.
is displayed on the selected images. Touch / to select the recording date of the desired movies/photos, then touch. The movies/photos recorded on the selected date are displayed on the screen.
Tips Press and hold the image down on the LCD screen to confirm the image. Touch to return to the previous screen. You can select up to 100 images at one time.

[ON]

To undo the protection of movies and photos recorded on the same day at one time
In step above, select the recording date of the desired movies/photos, then touch [OFF] .

Dividing a movie

Select the recording medium which contains the movie and the image quality you want to divide before the operation (p.70, 88).
Touch (HOME) (OTHERS) [EDIT] [ DIVIDE]. Touch the movie to be divided.
Notes You cannot restore movies once they are divided. Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder while dividing the movie. It may damage the recording media. Also, do not eject Memory Stick PRO Duo media while dividing movies on Memory Stick PRO Duo media. A slight difference may occur from the point and the actual dividing where you touch point, as your camcorder selects the dividing point based on about half-second increments. If you divide the original movie, the movie added to the Playlist will also be divided.
at the point where Touch you want to divide the movie into scenes.
Adjusts the dividing point with more precision after you selected the dividing point with.
Tips You can divide an image on the playback screen OPTION MENU. from
Using the Playlist of movies
The 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 added to the Playlist. Select the recording media and the image quality you want to create, play, or edit a Playlist before the operation (p.70, 88).
To add all the movies recorded on the same day at one time
In step 2, touch [ ADD by date]/ ADD by date]. [ The recording dates of movies are displayed on the screen.

Creating the Playlist

Notes High definition image quality (HD) movies and standard definition image quality (SD) movies are added to an individual Playlist.
Touch / to select the recording date. of the desired movie, then touch The movies recorded on the selected date are displayed on the screen.

Attach a charged battery pack to the camcorder (p.18). The plug of the AC Adaptor has been disconnected from the wall outlet (wall socket). Connect it to the wall outlet (wall socket) (p.18).
The camcorder does not operate even when the power is set to on.
Notes before sending your camcorder for repair
Your camcorder may be required to initialize or change the current hard disk of your camcorder, depending on the problem. In the event of this, the data stored on the hard disk will be deleted. Be sure to save the data on the internal hard disk on other media (backup) before sending your camcorder for repair (p.67, see Operating Guide too). We will not compensate you for any loss of hard disk data. During repair, we may check a minimum amount of data stored on the hard disk in order to investigate the problem. However, your Sony dealer will neither copy nor retain your data.
It takes a few seconds for your camcorder to be ready to shoot after the power is turned on. This is not a malfunction. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) or remove the battery pack, then reconnect it after about 1 minute. If the functions still do not work, press the RESET button (p.8) using a pointed object. (If you press the RESET button, all settings, including the clock setting, are reset.) The temperature of your camcorder is extremely high. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place. The temperature of your camcorder is extremely low. Leave your camcorder with the power of your camcorder on. Turn off your camcorder and take it to a warm place. Leave the camcorder there for a while, then turn on your camcorder.

Buttons do not work.

During Easy Handycam operation, the following buttons/functions are not available. MANUAL dial (p.38) MANUAL button (p.38) Playback zoom (p.49) To turn on and off the LCD backlight (p.38)
(OPTION) button is not displayed.
The OPTION MENU cannot be used during Easy Handycam operation.
Point the remote sensor away from strong light sources such as direct sunlight or overhead lighting. Otherwise, the Wireless Remote Commander may not function properly.
The menu settings have changed automatically.
During Easy Handycam operation, nearly all the menu items will be automatically set to the default settings. Some menu items, such as [ IMAGE SIZE], retain the settings that were made before Easy Handycam operation. During Easy Handycam operation, some menu items are fixed as follows. [REC MODE]: [HD SP] or [SD SP] [FRAME SETTING]: [ON] [DATA CODE]: [DATE/TIME] Some menu items retain the setting made during Easy Handycam operation even after Easy Handycam operation is finished. The following menu items return to the default settings in more than 12 hours after you close the LCD screen. [AUTO BACK LIGHT] [DROP SENSOR] [SPOT MTR/FCS] [SPOT METER] [SPOT FOCUS] [EXPOSURE] [FOCUS] [SCENE SELECTION] [WHITE BAL.] [BLT-IN ZOOM MIC] [MICREF LEVEL]

The file is damaged. The file format is not supported by your camcorder (p.129).
The buttons do not appear on the touch panel.
Refer also to Memory Stick PRO Duo media (p.110). Pressing START/STOP or PHOTO does not record images.
Touch the LCD screen lightly. Press DISP on your camcorder (or DISPLAY on the Wireless Remote Commander) (p.38).
The buttons on the touch panel do not work correctly or do not work at all.
Adjust the touch panel ([CALIBRATION]) (p.131).
The image in the viewfinder is not clear
Move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever until the image appears clearly (p.31).
The image in the viewfinder has disappeared.
Close the LCD panel. Even if the viewfinder is pulled out, no image is displayed in the viewfinder when the LCD panel is open (p.31).
The playback screen is displayed. Press MODE to turn on the (Movie) or (Photo) lamp (p.25). Your camcorder is recording the image you have just shot on the recording media. You cannot make new recording during this period. The recording media is full. Delete unnecessary images (p.57). Total number of movie scenes or photos exceeds the recordable capacity of your camcorder (p.120). Delete unnecessary images (p.57). While [DROP SENSOR] is activated (p.99), you may not record images. The temperature of your camcorder is extremely high. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place.
The temperature of your camcorder is extremely low. Turn off your camcorder and take it to a warm place. Leave the camcorder there for a while, then turn on the camcorder.
The camcorder stops operating.
Photos cannot be recorded.
You cannot record photos together with: [SMTH SLW REC] [FADER]
The ACCESS/access lamp remains lit or flashing even if recording was stopped.
The temperature of your camcorder is extremely high. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place. The temperature of your camcorder is extremely low. Turn off your camcorder and take it to a warm place. Leave the camcorder there for a while, then turn on the camcorder. If you keep applying vibration on the camcorder, recording may stop.
Your camcorder is recording the scene you have just shot on the recording media.
The imaging field looks different.
There is a time difference between the point when START/STOP is pressed and the point that the recording movie is started or stopped actually.

System NTSC

Viewing high definition image quality (HD) movies
In countries/regions where 1080/60i is supported, you can view the movies with the same high definition image quality (HD) as that of the recorded movies. You need an NTSC-system-based and 1080/60i compatible TV (or monitor) with component and AUDIO/VIDEO input jacks. A component A/V cable or an HDMI cable (sold separately) must be connected.

PAL M PAL N SECAM

Used in Bahama Islands, Bolivia, Canada, Central America, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, Jamaica, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Peru, Surinam, Taiwan, the Philippines, the USA, Venezuela, etc. Australia, Austria, Belgium, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Holland, Hong Kong, Hungary, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, United Kingdom, etc. Brazil Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay. Bulgaria, France, Guiana, Iran, Iraq, Monaco, Russia, Ukraine, etc.
Viewing standard definition image quality (SD) movies
To view standard definition image quality (SD) movies, you need an NTSC-systembased TV with AUDIO/VIDEO input jacks. An A/V connecting cable must be connected.

On TV color systems

Your camcorder is an NTSC-system-based camcorder. If you want to view the playback image on a TV, it must be an NTSCsystem-based TV with an AUDIO/VIDEO input jack.
Setting to the local time
You can easily set the clock to the local time by setting a time difference when using your (SETTINGS) [CLOCK/ LANG] camcorder abroad. Touch (HOME) [AREA SET] and [DST SET]/[SUMMERTIME] (p.96).
When [AUTO CLOCK ADJ] and [AUTO AREA ADJ] are set to [ON], the clock is set to the local time automatically by the GPS function (p.96).

World time difference

Time-zone differences GMT +01:00 +02:00 +03:00 +03:30 +04:00 +04:30 +05:00 +05:30 +06:00 +06:30 +07:00 +08:00 +09:00 +09:30
Area setting Lisbon, London Berlin, Paris Helsinki, Cairo, Istanbul Moscow, Nairobi Tehran Abu Dhabi, Baku Kabul Karachi, Islamabad Calcutta, New Delhi Almaty, Dhaka Yangon Bangkok, Jakarta Hong Kong, Singapore, Beijing Seoul, Tokyo Adelaide, Darwin
Time-zone differences +10:00 +11:00 +12:00 11:00 10:00 09:00 08:00 07:00 06:00 05:00 04:00 03:30 03:00 02:00 01:00
Area setting Melbourne, Sydney Solomon Is Fiji, Wellington, Eniwetok, Kwajalein Samoa Hawaii Alaska Los Angeles, Tijuana Denver, Arizona Chicago, Mexico City New York, Bogota Santiago St.Johns Brasilia, Montevideo Fernando de Noronha Azores, Cape Verde Is.
File/folder structure on the internal hard disk and Memory Stick PRO Duo media
The file/folder structure is shown below. You do not usually need to acknowledge the file/ folder structure, when recording/playing back movies and photos on the camcorder. To enjoy movies or photos by connecting your camcorder to a computer, see PMB Guide then use the supplied application.

Do not disassemble or modify Memory Stick PRO Duo media. Do not let Memory Stick PRO Duo media get wet. Keep Memory Stick PRO Duo media out of the reach of small children. There is danger that a child might swallow it. Do not insert anything other than Memory Stick PRO Duo media into the Memory Stick Duo media slot. Doing so may cause a malfunction. Do not use or keep Memory Stick PRO Duo media in the following locations: Places subject to extremely high temperature, such as a car parked outside in the summer Places under direct sunlight Places with extremely high humidity or subject to corrosive gases
On the Memory Stick Duo media adaptor
When using Memory Stick PRO Duo media with a Memory Stick media compliant device, be sure to insert the Memory Stick PRO Duo media into a Memory Stick Duo media adaptor. When inserting Memory Stick PRO Duo media into a Memory Stick Duo media adaptor, make sure Memory Stick PRO Duo media are inserted facing in the correct direction, then insert Memory Stick PRO Duo media all the way in. Note that improper use may cause a malfunction. When using Memory Stick PRO Duo media inserted into a Memory Stick Duo media adaptor on a Memory Stick media compliant device, make sure the Memory Stick PRO Duo media adaptor is inserted into the device in the correct direction. If inserted in the wrong direction, the device may be damaged. Do not insert a Memory Stick Duo media adaptor without Memory Stick PRO Duo media attached into a Memory Stick media compliant device. Doing so may result in malfunctions of the device.
On Memory Stick PRO Duo media
The maximum memory capacity of Memory Stick PRO Duo media that can be used with your camcorder is 16 GB.
On image data compatibility
Image data files recorded on Memory Stick PRO Duo media by your camcorder conform to the Design rule for Camera File system universal standard established by the JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). On your camcorder, you cannot play back photos recorded on other devices (DCRTRV900 or DSC-D700/D770) that do not conform to the universal standard. (These models are not sold in some regions.) If you cannot use Memory Stick PRO Duo media that have been used with another device, format Memory Stick PRO Duo media with your camcorder (p.72). Note that formatting erases all information on the Memory Stick PRO Duo media. You may not be able to play back images with your camcorder: When playing back image data modified on your computer When playing back image data recorded with other devices
off. If you charge the battery pack outside of this temperature range, you may not be able to charge it efficiently.
To use the battery pack effectively
About the InfoLITHIUM battery pack
Your camcorder operates only with an InfoLITHIUM battery pack (H series). InfoLITHIUM H series battery packs mark. have the

About battery life

Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use. If decreased usage time between charges becomes significant, it is probably time to replace it with a new one. Each batterys life is governed by storage, operating and environmental conditions.

About x.v.Color

x.v.Color is a more familiar term for the xvYCC standard proposed by Sony, and is a trademark of Sony. xvYCC is an international standard for color space in video. This standard can express a wider color range than the currently used broadcast standard.
About handling of your camcorder

On use and care

Do not use or store the camcorder and accessories in the following locations: Anywhere extremely hot, cold or humid. Never leave them exposed to temperatures above 60C (140F), such as under direct sunlight, near heaters or in a car parked in the sun. They may malfunction or become deformed. Near strong magnetic fields or mechanical vibration. The camcorder may malfunction. Near strong radio waves or radiation. The camcorder may not be able to record properly. Near AM receivers and video equipment. Noise may occur. On a sandy beach or anywhere dusty. If
sand or dust gets in your camcorder, it may malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired. Near windows or outdoors, where the LCD screen, the viewfinder, or the lens may be exposed to direct sunlight. This damages the inside of the viewfinder or the LCD screen. Operate your camcorder on DC 6.8 V/7.2 V (battery pack) or DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor). For DC or AC operation, use the accessories recommended in these operating instructions. Do not let your camcorder get wet, for example, from rain or sea water. If your camcorder gets wet, it may malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired. If any solid object or liquid gets inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any further. Avoid rough handling, disassembling, modifying, physical shock, or impact such as hammering, dropping or stepping on the product. Be particularly careful of the lens. Keep the LCD screen closed when you are not using your camcorder. Do not wrap your camcorder with a towel, for example, and operate it. Doing so might cause heat to build up inside. When disconnecting the power cord (mains lead), pull it by the plug and not the cord (lead). Do not damage the power cord (mains lead) such as by placing anything heavy on it. Do not use a deformed or damaged battery pack. Keep metal contacts clean. Keep the Wireless 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.

When not using your camcorder for a long time

To clean the LCD screen

To keep your camcorder in optimum state for a long time, turn it on and let it run by recording and playing back images about once a month. Use up the battery pack completely before storing it.

Moisture condensation

If your camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside your camcorder. This may cause a malfunction to your camcorder. If moisture condensation has occurred Leave your camcorder for about 1 hour without turning it on. Note on moisture condensation Moisture may condense when you bring your camcorder from a cold place into a warm place (or vice versa) or when you use your camcorder in a humid place as follows: You bring your camcorder from a ski slope into a place warmed up by a heating device. You bring your camcorder from an air conditioned car or room into a hot place outside. You use your camcorder after a squall or a shower. You use your camcorder in a hot and humid place. How to prevent moisture condensation When you bring your camcorder from a cold place into a warm place, put your camcorder in a plastic bag and seal it tightly. Remove the bag when the air temperature inside the plastic bag has reached the surrounding temperature (after about 1 hour).
If fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen dirty, it is recommended that you use a soft cloth to clean it. When you use the LCD Cleaning Kit (sold separately), do not apply the cleaning liquid directly to the LCD screen. Use cleaning paper moistened with the liquid.
On adjustment of the touch panel (CALIBRATION)
The buttons on the touch panel may not work correctly. If this happens, follow the procedure below. It is recommended that you connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor during the operation. Touch (HOME) (SETTINGS) [GENERAL SET] [CALIBRATION].
corner of Memory Stick PRO Duo media or the like 3 times. Touch [CANCEL] to cancel calibration. Notes If you did not press the right spot, try the calibration again. Do not use a sharp-pointed object for calibration. Doing so may damage the LCD screen. You cannot calibrate the LCD screen if it is rotated, or closed with the screen facing out.
Touch displayed on the screen with the

On handling the casing

Do not exert excessive pressure on the LCD screen, as it may cause uneven color and other damage. If your camcorder is used in a cold place, a residual image may appear on the LCD screen. This is not a malfunction. While using your camcorder, the back of the LCD screen may heat up. This is not a malfunction.

HDR-XR520V
240GB1 HDD High Definition Camcorder
The Sony HDR-XR520V Handycam camcorder captures stunning, 1920 x 1080 high definition video and 12.1 megapixel still images to a built-in 240GB1 hard disk drive.
1920 x 1080 high definition video recording: 1920 x 1080 high definition resolution lets you record your memories in exceptional Sony Full High Definition quality2. 12.1 megapixel still image capture: 12.1 megapixel still image capture lets you take stunning, high resolution digital photos. 240GB1 hard disk drive: A built-in 240GB1 hard disk drive can record and store up to 101 hours of high definition video footage in long play mode (HD LP, 2ch Dolby mode). In addition, HDD Smart Protection gives you peace of mind by helping to prevent any recorded video and images from being lost if the camcorder is accidentally dropped. 1/2.88 "Exmor R" CMOS image sensor with ClearVid array 1/2.88 "Exmor R" CMOS image sensor with ClearVid array: delivers bright, vivid, spectacularly detailed video footage, as well as 12.1. With 6 megapixel (effective) video resolution, the image sensor actually captures video at four times the density of high definition resolution resulting in a sharper and more detailed 1920 x 1080 HD picture. In addition, "Exmor R" technology captures images with high resolution and high sensitivity, while the advanced Sony BIONZ image processor improves camera response time and screens out noise to help ensure that the signal from each pixel is as pure as possible. Back-illuminated "Exmor R" CMOS sensorr: Experience stunning low-light sensitivity with improved image clarity and drastically reduced grain with the newly developed, back-illuminated "Exmor R" sensor. Designed for compact cameras and camcorders, the "Exmor R" sensor relocates the photo diodes above the support circuitry, maximizing the lightgathering area per pixel so you can shoot with better results in lower lighting conditions. Geotagging with built-in GPS receiver: A built-in GPS receiver7 makes the HDRXR520V an ideal choice for travelers. In addition to automatically adjusting your camcorder's clock to the proper time zone, the GPS receiver also gives you the ability to view your current location on the LCD map display, as well as "tag" your shooting locations. Tagged videos and still images can be reviewed and played back using the Map Index function on the camcorder or once downloaded to your PC using the supplied PMB (Picture Motion Browser) software9. Map Index function: Map Index uses the geotagging capabilities of the built-in GPS receiver 7 to "tag" your shot locations on a map in the camcorder, offering a new way to easily search and find a desired scene by location or view where a scene was captured. ADDITIONAL FEATURES Face Detection technology for Video Footage and Digital Still Photos: Smile Shutter technology for still and dual capture: Optical SteadyShot image stabilization with Active Mode: 3.2 wide touch panel Xtra Fine LCD display 3 (921K pixels): Power On by opening LCD display: Highlight Playback: Professional-quality Sony G Lens: 12X Optical / 150X Digital Zoom: Dedicated Mic and Headphone inputs: Dolby Digital 5.1ch recording with Built-in Zoom Mic: Active Interface Shoe: Dual Record with 8.3MP still image capture: Includes Sony PMB (Picture Motion Browser) software:

Specifications

General
Imaging Device: 1/2.88""Exmor R" CMOS sensor Pixel Gross: 6631K Recording Media: 240GB Non-Removeable Hard Disk Drive Memory Stick PRO Duo Media (Sold Separately) Recording and Playback Times: 240GB HDD: High Definition: FH = up to 1750 min., HQ = up to 3560 min. SP = up to 4330 min., LP = up to 5770 min. Standard Definition: HQ = up to 3560 min., SP = up to 5270 min., LP = up to 10100 min. Video Actual: 4150K Pixels (16:9),3110K Pixels (4:3) Still Actual: 4500K Pixels (16:9), 6000K Pixels (4:3) Processor: BIONZ image processor Video Resolution: 1920 x 1080 Still Picture Resolution: 12 megapixel Aperture: F1.8-3.4 Exposure: Yes (Touch Panel) Filter Diameter: 37mm Focal Distance: 5.5 - 66.0mm Focus: Full range Auto / Manual (Touch Panel) Shutter Speed: Scene Selection, 1/8-1/800; STD, 1/60-1/800; LOW LUX, 1/30-1/800; Smooth Slow Rec., 1/240-1/1000 Optical Zoom: 12x Digital Zoom: 150x Resolution: 12 megapixel Lens Type: G Lens Minimum Illumination: STD, 11 lux (1/60 Shutter Speed); LOW LUX, 3 lux (Auto Slow Shutter ON, 1/30 Shutter Speed)
Power Consumption: 4.4W Battery Type: InfoLITHIUM with AccuPower Meter System (NP-FH60) Power Requirements: 7.2V (battery pack); 8.4V (AC Adaptor)
Recording Format: Dolby Digital 5.1 Microphone: Built-in Zoom Microphone

Convenience

Accessory Shoe: Yes (Active Interface Shoe) Memory Stick PRO Media Compatibility: Memory Stick PRO Duo Media (Sold Separately) Still Image Mode(s): JPEG Face Detection: Yes Hybrid: Yes Quick On: Power On by LCD Dual Record: 8.3 megapixel Smile Shutter: Yes
Service and Warranty Information
Limited Warranty Term: Limited Warranty --- 1 Year Parts; 90 Days Labor

Software

Supplied Software: PMB Ver.4.2.00 Supports Windows 2000 Professional Service Pack4 (SP4), Windows XP Service Pack3 (SP3)(32bit) Windows Vista Service Pack1 (SP1)(32bit/64bit). Not supported by Mac OS.

Convenience Features

Easy Operation: Yes Multiple Language Display: Yes Slide Show Mode: Yes Scene Mode(s): Auto, Twilight, Sunrise & Sunset, Fireworks, Landscape, Portrait, Spotlight, Beach, Snow Dynamic Range Optimizer: Yes Low Light Capability: NightShot Fader Effect(s): Black, White Face Index: Yes Film Roll Index: Yes Photo Capture from Movie: Yes x.v.Color : Yes SteadyShot Image Stabilization: Optical SteadyShot image stabilization w/ Active mode BRAVIA Sync : Yes

Dimensions

Weight: w/o battery: 1lb 1oz (510g), w battery 1lb 4oz (590g Measurements: 2 7/8 x 3 x 5 1/2 inch (71 x 75 x 137mm)

Supplied Accessories

AC adaptor (AC-L200) Rechargable Battery Pack (NP-FH60) Remote Commander (RMT-835) Component A/V Cable A/V Connecting Cable Lithium Battery (CR2025) Application Software / USB Driver / (CD-ROM) USB Cable

Optional Accessories

Rechargeable InfoLITHIUM Batteries (NPFH50/FH70/FH100) Case (LCS-BBDB/R/L) Starter Kit (ACC-ASH6, ACC-HDH6) AC Adaptor/Charger for H series batteries (AC-VQH10) Travel Charger (BC-TRP) Wireless Microphone (ECM-HW2) Wide Angle Conversion Lens (VCL-HGE07A) HDMI Cable (mini) (VMC-30MHD) Tripod (VCT-80AV) Video Light (HVL-10NH) Underwater Sports Pack (SPK-HCE) UPC Code: 027242763081
Format: HD: MPEG4 AVC/H.264; SD: MPEG2 Video Signal: HD: 1920 x 1080/60i; SD: NTSC color, EIA standards

Video Features

PhotoTV HD: Yes

Inputs and Outputs

Analog Audio/Video Output(s): Included (via A/V Remote Terminal) Digital Audio/Video Output(s): HDMI USB Port(s): Hi-speed (2.0 compliant) Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Output(s): Supplied (via A/V Remote jack) Headphone Jack: Yes Microphone Input: Yes S-Video Output(s): Sold separately (via A/V Remote jack) HDMI Connection Output(s): Yes (mini) Audio/Video Remote Terminal: Video / S Video / Audio / Component Out / Remote Active Interface Shoe: Yes

Display

LCD Screen: 3.2" wide touch panel LCD display (921k pixels)

Hardware

Viewfinder: Wide (color 124k) Memory Stick slot: Memory Stick PRO Duo Media Manual / Auto Lens Cover: Auto Assignable Dial: Yes S/S & Zoom button on LCD: Yes Light/Flash: Yes
1. 240GB available. Storage capacity may vary. A portion of the memory is used for data management functions. 2. This camcorder captures high definition footage in the AVCHD format. DVD media containing AVCHD footage should not be used with DVD based players or recorders, as the DVD player/recorder may fail to eject the media and may erase its contents without warning. DVD media containing AVCHD footage must only be played back on a compatible Blu-ray Disc device, PC with supplied software or PLAYSTATION3 devices. 3. Viewable area measured diagonally. 5. Requires BRAVIA Sync feature in each product, including a compatible BRAVIA HDTV. Please refer to owners manual to determine compatibility. 7. By using Picture Motion Browser software, supplied with certain Sony cameras and camcorders*, a PC and a broadband Internet connection, your photos can be shown on an online map service. The online map service is currently provided courtesy of Google, and is subject to change or termination without notice. 9. Requires Microsoft Windows XP SP3/ Windows Vista SP1. Not supported by Mac OS. 10. Smooth Slow Record captures 3 seconds of video which play back over 12 seconds. 12. One Touch Disc Burn feature requires DVDirect burner or compatible PC with supplied PBM software (sold separately). 2008 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, Handycam, Optical SteadyShot, BIONZ, Xtra Fine LCD, Smile Shutter, AVCHD, ClearVid, x.v. Color, BRAVIA, BRAVIA Sync, Exmor, Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick and the Memory Stick logo are trademarks of Sony. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Blu-ray Disc and its logo are trademarks. PLAYSTATION is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment. Dolby is a registered trademark of Dolby Laboratories. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. *Logo mentions need to be included if logo shown or listed in copy