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Handycam Handbook
HDR-XR500/XR500V/XR520/
XR520V
2009 Sony Corporation 4-131-472- (1)11
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Using the Handycam Handbook
You will find information on using your camcorder to its fullest in this Handycam Handbook.
Read the Handycam Handbook in addition to the Operating Guide (a separate volume).
Information on using your camcorder connected to a computer will be found in the
Operating Guide and the PMB Guide that is the Help of the supplied “PMB (Picture Motion
Browser)” software.
Searching for information quickly
Click an item on the right edge of each page, and you will jump to the page for that item.
You can search for an item by keyword using Adobe Reader. Refer to the Help of Adobe Reader for tips
on how to use Adobe Reader.
You can print out the Handycam Handbook.
About this Handycam Handbook
The example images used in this Handycam Handbook for illustration purposes are captured using a
digital still camera, and therefore may appear different from images and screen indicators that actually
appear on your camcorder.
The HDR-XR520V is used for illustrations in this book, unless otherwise mentioned.
In this Handycam Handbook, the internal hard disk of your camcorder and “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
media are called “recording media.”
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media and “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” media are both referred to as
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media in this manual.
Design and specifications of your camcorder and accessories are subject to change without notice.
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Using the Handycam Handbook ................................................................. 2
Searching for information quickly ....................................................... 2
Useful recording techniques ...................................................................... 6
Parts and controls ................................................................................... 7
Screen indicators 10 .........................................................................
“ HOME” and “ OPTION” - Taking advantage of two types of menus 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the HOME MENU 12 ..............................................................
Using the OPTION MENU ............................................................ 12
Menu lists ........................................................................................... 13
List of the HOME MENU .............................................................. 13
List of the OPTION MENU ............................................................ 14
Read this before operating your camcorder ................................................. 15
Notes on using the Hard Disk Drive Handycam 16 ....................................
Getting started
Step 1: Charging the battery pack ............................................................. 18
Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing the language setting ........................................................ 22
Recording/Playback
Five pieces of advice for successful recording ............................................... 23
Recording and playing movies and photos easily ( Easy Handycam Operation)
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Recording movies 24 ........................................................................
Shooting photos .......................................................................... 25
Playing movies ............................................................................ 26
Viewing photos 28 ...........................................................................
Recording ........................................................................................... 30
Recording movies 30 ........................................................................
Shooting photos .......................................................................... 32
Useful functions for recording movies and photos 34 ........................................
Zooming .................................................................................... 34
Recording sound with more presence (5.1ch surround recording) ............. 34
Recording high quality photos during movie recording (Dual Rec) ............ 35
Recording in dark places (NightShot/LOW LUX) .................................... 35
Recording in mirror mode 36 ..............................................................
Recording fast action in slow-motion (SMTH SLW REC) ........................... 37
Switching the screen display, or turning the LCD backlight on/off ............. 38
Controlling the image settings manually with the MANUAL dial ............... 38
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Acquiring location information (GPS) (HDR-XR500V/XR520V) 39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Playback on the camcorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Playing movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Viewing photos 43 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Useful functions for playing movies and photos 44 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Searching for a desired scene by recording location (Map Index) (HDR-
XR500V/XR520V) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Searching for desired scene by pinpoint (Film Roll Index) 45 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Searching for desired scene by face (Face Index) 46 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Playing back a digest of your movies (HIGHLIGHT PLAYBACK) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Searching for desired images by date (Date Index) ................................ 48
Using PB zoom with photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Playing back a series of photos (Slide show) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Playing images on a TV 51 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting a TV using [TV CONNECT Guide] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Connecting to a high definition TV 52 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting to a non-high-definition 16:9 (wide) or 4:3 TV 53 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using “BRAVIA” Sync . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Editing
Deleting movies and photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Acquiring the current location information (HDR-XR500V/XR520V) 59 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Capturing a photo from a movie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Dubbing/copying movies and photos from the internal hard disk to “Memory Stick
PRO Duo” media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Dubbing movies 61 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Copying photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Protecting recorded movies and photos (Protect) 63 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dividing a movie 64 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the Playlist of movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Creating the Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Playing the Playlist 66 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Creating a disc with a DVD writer, recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc with a DVD writer, etc.
(USB cable connection) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Creating a standard definition image quality (SD) disc with a recorder, etc.
(A/V connecting cable connection) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Checking the battery information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Utilizing recording media
Changing the recording medium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Selecting the recording media for movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Selecting the recording media for photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
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Inserting “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media ........................................... 70
Checking the media information 72 ..............................................................
Deleting all movies and photos (Formatting) ................................................... 72
Preventing data on the internal hard disk from being recovered 73 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Customizing your camcorder
MOVIE SETTINGS (Items for recording movies) ...................................................... 74
PHOTO SETTINGS (Items for recording photos) ...................................................... 81
FACE FUNC. SET (Items to set face function) ......................................................... 86
VIEW IMAGES SET (Items to customize the display) .................................................. 88
SOUND/DISP SET (Items to adjust the sound and the screen) ......................................... 91
OUTPUT SETTINGS (Items for when connected to a TV) ............................................. 93
CLOCK/ LANG 96(Items to set clock and language) ..................................................
GENERAL SET (Other setup items) ................................................................... 98
Functions set in the OPTION MENU ....................................................... 101
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting 108 ..............................................................................
Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators.......................................... 115
Additional information
Recording time of movies/number of recordable photos 119 ...............................
Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack ............ 119
Expected recording time of movies .................................................. 120
Expected number of recordable photos ............................................ 121
Using your camcorder abroad ................................................................. 122
File/folder structure on the internal hard disk and “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Maintenance and precautions ................................................................. 125
About the AVCHD format 125 ..............................................................
About GPS (HDR-XR500V/XR520V) ................................................... 126
About “Memory Stick” media .......................................................... 127
About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack 129 ..............................................
About x.v.Color ........................................................................... 130
About handling of your camcorder .................................................. 130
Index ................................................................................................ 134
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Useful recording techniques
Capturing facial
expressions in dim
light
Getting a good shot
of a ski slope or
beach
LOW LUX ................................................... 35
AUTO BACK LIGHT ...................................... 80 BEACH ..................................................... 104
SNOW ..................................................... 104
Compensating for
camera shake during
movie recording
Capturing smiles
automatically
STEADYSHOT ....................................... 77SMILE SHUTTER ......................................... 87
A child on the stage
under a spot light
Flowers in close-up
SPOTLIGHT .............................................. 104
PORTRAIT ................................................ 104 FOCUS ..................................................... 103
TELE MACRO ............................................ 102
Fireworks with all its
splendor
Focusing on the dog
on the left side of
the screen
FIREWORKS ............................................. 104
FOCUS ..................................................... 103
FOCUS ..................................................... 103
SPOT FOCUS ............................................ 102
SPOT MTR/FCS ......................................... 101
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Parts and controls
Figures in ( ) are reference pages.
Built-in microphone (34)
When an external microphone (sold
separately) is connected, it takes precedence
over the built-in microphone.
Active Interface Shoe
The Active Interface Shoe supplies power to
accessories such as a video light, a flash, or a
microphone (sold separately). The accessory
can be turned on or off as you open or close
the LCD screen of your camcorder. Refer to
the operating instructions supplied with your
accessory for details.
The Active Interface Shoe has a safety device
for fixing the installed accessory securely. To
connect an accessory, press down and push
it to the end, and then tighten the screw. To
remove an accessory, loosen the screw, and
then press down and pull out the accessory.
When you open or close the shoe cover,
slide it as indicated by the arrow.
When you are recording movies with an
external flash (sold separately) connected
to the accessory shoe, turn off the power of
the external flash to prevent charging noise
being recorded.
You cannot use an external flash (sold
separately) and the built-in flash at the same
time.
When an external microphone (sold
separately) is connected, it takes precedence
over the built-in microphone (p. 34).
A/V Remote Connector (51, 68)
(USB) jack (67)
HDMI OUT (mini) jack (51)
Remote sensor/Infrared port
Point the Wireless Remote Commander (p. 9)
towards the remote sensor to operate your
camcorder.
Lens (G lens)
Flash (79, 83)
Camera recording lamp (98)
The camera recording lamp lights up in red
during recording. The lamp flashes when the
remaining recording media capacity or battery
power is low.
MANUAL dial (38)
MANUAL button (38)
LCD screen/Touch panel (12, 36)
If you rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees, you
can close the LCD panel with the LCD screen
facing out. This is convenient during playback
operations.
(HOME) button (12)
Zoom buttons (34, 49)
START/STOP button (25, 30)
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Wireless Remote Commander
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,
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.
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 / / / .
To change the battery of the Wireless
Remote Commander
While pressing on the tab, inset your fingernail
into the slit to pull out the battery case.
Place a new battery with the + side facing up.
Insert the battery case back into the Wireless
Remote Commander until it clicks.
WARNING
Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not
recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.
When the lithium battery becomes weak, the
operating distance of the Wireless Remote
Commander may shorten, or the Wireless
Remote Commander may not function
properly. In this case, replace the battery with
a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Use of another
battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
Tab
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Screen indicators
Upper left Center Upper right
Bottom
Upper left
Indicator Meaning
HOME button (12)
AUDIO MODE (75)
Self-timer recording (107)
GPS tracking status (39)
YOUR LOCATION
(59)
Flash, REDEYE REDUC
(79, 84)
BLT-IN ZOOM MIC (106)
MICREF LEVEL low (107)
WIDE SELECT (76)
60 min Remaining battery
Return button (12)
Center
Indicator Meaning
[STBY]/[REC] Recording status (25, 30)
Photo size (81)
Slide show set (50)
NightShot (35)
Warning (115)
Playback mode (28, 41)
Upper right
Indicator Meaning
Recording image quality
(HD/SD) and recording
mode (FH/HQ/SP/LP)
(74)
Indicator Meaning
Recording/playback media
(70)
0:00:00 Counter (hour:minute:
seond) (26, 41)
[00min] Estimated recording
remaining time (26, 41)
FADER (106)
LCD backlight off (38)
Drop sensor off (99)
Drop sensor activated (99)
9999
9999
Approximate number of
recordable photos and
recording media (25, 32)
Playback folder (43)
100/112
Current playing movie or
photo/Number of total
recorded movies or photos
(28, 43)
Bottom
Indicator Meaning
FACE DETECTION (86)
DETECTION SET (87)
LOW LUX (35)
Manual focus (103)
SCENE SELECTION
(104)
White balance (105)
SteadyShot off (77, 83)
SPOT MTR/FCS/SPOT
METER/EXPOSURE (101,
103)
AE SHIFT (75)
WB SHIFT (75)
TELE MACRO (102)
X.V.COLOR (77)
CONVERSION LENS
(80, 85)
OPTION button (12)
VIEW IMAGES button
(27, 41)
Slide show button (50)
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Indicator Meaning
101-0005 Data file name (28, 43)
Protected image (63)
VISUAL INDEX button
(28, 43)
Indicators and their positions are approximate
and may differ from what you actually see.
Some indicators may not appear depending on
the model.
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“ HOME” and “
OPTION” - Taking
advantage of two
types of menus
Using the HOME MENU
When you press the (HOME) button, the
HOME MENU appears. You can change the
settings of your camcorder, etc.
Touch the desired category
the menu item to be changed.
Menu item
Category
Follow the instructions on the
screen.
After completing the setting,
touch .
When the item is not on the screen, touch
/ .
To return to the previous screen, touch
.
To hide the HOME MENU screen, touch
.
You cannot select the grayed items or
settings.
Using the HELP function
To see the descriptions on the HOME
MENU, touch (HELP) on the HOME
MENU screen. (The bottom of turns
orange.) Then, touch the item you want to
know about.
Using the OPTION MENU
The OPTION MENU appears just like
the pop-up window that appears when you
right-click the mouse on a computer. The
menu items you can change in the context
appears.
Touch the desired tab the
item to change the setting.
Menu item
Tab
After completing the setting,
touch .
Notes
When the item you want is not on the screen,
touch another tab. (There may be no tab.)
You cannot use the OPTION MENU during
Easy Handycam operation.
The tabs and items that appear on the screen
depend on the recording/playback status of
your camcorder at the time.
(OPTION)
(HOME)
(HOME) button
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Menu lists
List of the HOME MENU
(CAMERA) category
MOVIE*1 p. 30
PHOTO* 1 p. 32
SMTH SLW REC p. 37
(VIEW IMAGES) category
VISUAL INDEX*1 p. 42
MAP* 1*3 p. 44
FILM ROLL*1 p. 45
FACE*1 p. 46
PLAYLIST p. 65
(OTHERS) category
DELETE*1
DELETE p. 57
DELETE p. 57
YOUR LOCATION*1*3 p. 59
PHOTO CAPTURE p. 60
MOVIE DUB
DUB p. 61
DUB p. 61
PHOTO COPY
C OPY by select p. 62
C OPY by date p. 62
EDIT
DELETE p. 57
DELETE p. 57
PROTECT p. 63
PROTECT p. 63
DIVIDE p. 64
PLAYLIST EDIT
ADD/ ADD p. 65
ADD by date/ p. 65
ADD by date
ERASE/ p. 66
ERASE
ERASE ALL/ p. 66
ERASE ALL
MOVE/ p. 66
MOVE
USB CONNECT
USB CONNECT p. 67
USB CONNECT p. 67
DISC BURN Operating Guide
DOWNLOAD MUSIC p. 47
TV CONNECT Guide*1 p. 51
MUSIC TOOL p. 47
DOWNLOAD MUSIC*1 p. 47
EMPTY MUSIC*1 p. 47
BATTERY INFO p. 69
(MANAGE MEDIA) category
MOVIE MEDIA SET*1 p. 70
PHOTO MEDIA SET*1 p. 70
MEDIA INFO p. 72
MEDIA FORMAT*1 p. 72
REPAIR IMG.DB F. p. 112, 116
(SETTINGS) category
MOVIE SETTINGS
/ SET*1 p. 74
REC MODE p. 74
A UDIO MODE p. 75
AE SHIFT p. 75
WB SHIFT p. 75
NIGHT SHOT LIGHT p. 76
WIDE SELEC T p. 76
DIGIT AL ZOOM p. 76
STEADYSHOT p. 77
X.V.COLOR p. 77
GUIDEFR AME p. 78
REMAINING SET p. 78
FLASH MODE*1 p. 79
FLASH LEVEL p. 79
REDE YE REDUC p. 79
DIAL SE TTING p. 80
C ONVERSION LENS p. 80
A UTO BACK LIGHT p. 80
PHOTO SETTINGS
IMAGE SIZE*
1 p. 81
FILE NO. p. 81
AE SHIFT p. 81
WB SHIFT p. 82
NIGHT SHOT LIGHT p. 82
STEADYSHOT p. 83
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GUIDEFRAME p. 83
FLASH MODE*1 p. 83
FLASH LEVEL p. 84
REDE YE REDUC p. 84
DIAL SE TTING p. 84
C ONVERSION LENS p. 85
A UTO BACK LIGHT p. 85
FACE FUNC. SET
F ACE DET. SETTING p. 86
SMILE SHUTTER*2 p. 87
VIEW IMAGES SET
/ SET p. 88
DATA CODE p. 88
SOUND/DISP SET
VOLUME*1 p. 91
BEEP*1 p. 91
LCD BRIGHT p. 91
L CD BL LEVEL p. 91
L CD COLOR p. 92
OUTPUT SETTINGS
T V TYPE p. 93
DISP OUTPUT p. 94
C OMPONENT p. 94
HDMI RESOL UTION p. 94
CLOCK/ LANG
CLOCK SET*1 p. 21
AREA SET p. 96
AUTO CLOCK ADJ*3 p. 96
AUTO AREA ADJ*3 p. 96
DST SET/SUMMERTIME p. 97
LANGUAGE SET* 1 p. 97
GENERAL SET
DEMO MODE p. 98
REC LA MP p. 98
C ALIBRATION p. 131
A.SHUT OFF p. 99
REMO TE CTRL p. 99
DR OP SENSOR p. 99
C TRL FOR HDMI p. 100
[SOUND/DISP SET] is changed to [SOUND
SETTINGS] during Easy Handycam operation.
*1 You can set this item during Easy Handycam
operation.
*2 You cannot set [FRAME SETTING] during
Easy Handycam operation.
*3 HDR-XR500V/XR520V
List of the OPTION MENU
Following items are available on the
OPTION MENU only.
tab
SPOT MTR/FCS p. 101
SPOT METER p. 101
SPO T FOCUS p. 102
TELE M ACRO p. 102
EXPOSURE p. 103
FOCUS p. 103
SCENE SELEC TION p. 104
WHITE BAL. p. 105
tab
FADER p. 106
tab
BLT-IN ZOOM MIC p. 106
MICREF LEVEL p. 107
SELF- TIMER p. 107
TIMING p. 37
The tab depends on the situation/no tab
SLIDE SHOW p. 50
SLIDE SHOW SET p. 50
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Read this before
operating your
camcorder
Supplied items
The numbers in ( ) are the supplied
quantity.
AC Adaptor (1)
Power cord (Mains lead) (1)
Component A/V cable (1)
A/V connecting cable (1)
USB cable (1)
Wireless Remote Commander (1)
A button-type lithium battery is already
installed.
Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH60 (1)
CD-ROM “Handycam Application
Software” (1)
“PMB” (software, including “PMB Guide”)
“Handycam Handbook” (PDF)
“Operating Guide” (1)
See page 70 for “Memory Stick” media you can
use with this camcorder.
Using the camcorder
Do not hold the camcorder by the following
parts, and also do not hold the camcorder by
the jack covers.
Viewfinder
LCD screen
Battery pack
Shoe cover
The camcorder is not dustproofed, dripproofed
or waterproofed. See “About handling of your
camcorder” (p. 130).
Do not do any of the following when the
(Movie)/ (Photo) mode lamps (p. 21) or
the ACCESS/access lamps (p. 18, 70) are lit or
flashing. Otherwise, the recording media may
be damaged, recorded images may be lost or
other malfunctions could occur.
Ejecting the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media
from the camcorder
Removing the battery pack or AC Adaptor
from the camcorder
Applying mechanical shock or vibration to
the camcorder
When connecting your camcorder to another
device with a cable, be sure to insert the
connector plug in the correct way. Pushing the
plug forcibly into the terminal will damage the
terminal and may result in a malfunction of
your camcorder.
Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the
camcorder, holding both the camcorder and the
DC plug.
Even if the camcorder is turned off, the GPS
function is working as long as the GPS switch
is set to ON. Make sure that the GPS switch is
set to OFF during take off and landing of an
airplane (HDR-XR500V/XR520V).
Menu items, LCD panel, viewfinder, and
lens
A menu item that is grayed out is not available
under the current recording or playback
conditions.
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The viewfinder and the LCD screen are
manufactured using extremely high-precision
technology, so over 99.99% of the pixels are
operational for effective use. However, there
may be some tiny black points and/or bright
points (white, red, blue, or green in color) that
appear constantly in the viewfinder and on the
LCD screen. These points are normal results of
the manufacturing process and do not affect the
recording in any way.
White, red, blue or green point
Exposing the LCD screen, the viewfinder, or the
lens to direct sunlight for long periods of time
may cause malfunctions.
Do not aim at the sun. Doing so might cause
your camcorder to malfunction. Take images
of the sun only in low light conditions, such as
at dusk.
About changing the language setting
The on-screen displays in each local language are
used for illustrating the operating procedures.
Change the screen language before using your
camcorder if necessary (p. 22).
Recording
Before starting to record, test the recording
function to make sure that the image and sound
are recorded without any problems.
Compensation for the contents of recordings
cannot be provided, even if recording or
playback is not possible due to a malfunction of
the camcorder, storage media, etc.
TV color systems differ depending on the
country/region. To view your recordings on a
TV, you need an NTSC system-based TV.
Television programs, films, video tapes,
and other materials may be copyrighted.
Unauthorized recording of such materials may
be contrary to the copyright laws.
Playing back recorded images on other
devices
Your camcorder is compatible with MPEG4
AVC/H.264 High Profile for high definition
image quality (HD) recording. Therefore,
you cannot play back images recorded with
high definition image quality (HD) on your
camcorder with the following devices;
Other AVCHD format compatible devices
which are not compatible with High Profile
Devices which are not compatible with the
AVCHD format
Discs recorded with high definition
image quality (HD)
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 may be played on
a compatible Blu-ray Disc player/recorder or
other compatible device.
.
Notes on using the Hard Disk Drive
Handycam
Save all your recorded image data
To prevent your image data from being lost,
save all your recorded images on external media
periodically. It is recommended that you save
the image data on a disc such as a DVD-R using
your computer (see Operating Guide). Also,
you can save your image data using a VCR, or a
DVD/HDD recorder (p. 67).
Do not apply shock or vibration to your
camcorder
The hard disk of the camcorder may not be
recognized, or recording or playback may not
be possible.
Especially, during recording/playback, do not
apply shock. After recording, do not apply
vibration or shock to the camcorder, while the
ACCESS lamp is lit.
When using a shoulder belt (sold separately), do
not crash the camcorder against an object.
Do not use your camcorder in very loud areas.
Black point
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On the drop sensor
To protect the internal hard disk from shock
by dropping, the camcorder has a drop sensor
function (p. 99). When a drop occurs, or
under a non-gravity condition, the block noise
made when this function is activated by the
camcorder may also be recorded. If the drop
sensor catches a drop repeatedly, recording/
playback may be stopped.
Note on battery pack/AC Adaptor
Be sure to remove the battery pack or the AC
Adaptor after turning off the camcorder.
Note on operating temperatures
When the temperature of the camcorder
becomes extremely high or extremely low, you
may not be able to record or play back on the
camcorder, due to the protection features of the
camcorder being activated in such situations.
In this case, an indicator appears on the LCD
screen (p. 115).
When the camcorder is connected to a
computer
Do not try to format the hard disk or music file
storage area of the camcorder using a computer.
If you do so, your camcorder may not operate
correctly.
Note on using the camcorder at high
altitudes
Do not turn on the camcorder in a low-pressure
area, where the altitude is more than 5,000
meters (16,000 feet). Doing so may damage the
hard disk drive of your camcorder.
Note on disposal/transfer
Even if you perform [MEDIA FORMAT] (p. 72)
or formatting the hard disk of the camcorder,
you may not delete data from the hard disk
completely. When you transfer the camcorder, it
is recommended that you perform [ EMPTY]
(p. 72) to prevent the recovery of your data.
Also, when you dispose of the camcorder, it is
recommended that you destroy the actual body
of the camcorder.
If you cannot record/play back images,
perform [MEDIA FORMAT]
If you repeat recording/deleting images for
a long time, fragmentation of data occurs on
the recording media. Images cannot be saved
or recorded. In such a case, save your images
on some type of external media first (p. 67,
see Operating Guide too), and then perform
[MEDIA FORMAT] (p. 72).
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Getting started
Step 1: Charging the battery pack
You can charge the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (H series) after attaching it to your
camcorder.
You cannot attach any “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack other than the H series to your camcorder.
1
Turn off your camcorder by closing the LCD screen after replacing the
viewfinder.
2
Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction of the arrow until it
clicks.
3
Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to your
camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket).
Align the mark on the DC plug with that on the DC IN jack.
The /CHG lamp lights up and charging starts. The /CHG lamp turns off when the
battery pack is fully charged.
4
When the battery is charged, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN
jack of your camcorder.
ACCESS lamp
(hard disk)
Battery pack
DC IN jack
DC plug
AC Adaptor Power cord (mains lead)
/CHG lamp
To the wall outlet
(wall socket)
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See page 119 on recording and playing time.
When your camcorder is on, you can check the approximate amount of remaining battery power with the
remaining battery indicator at the upper left on the LCD screen.
Charging time
Approximate time (min.) required when you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack.
Battery pack Charging time
NP-FH50 135
NP-FH60 (supplied) 135
NP-FH70 170
NP-FH100 390
Time measured with the camcorder at 25 C (77 F). 10 C to 30 C (50 F to 86 F) is recommended.
To remove the battery pack
Close the LCD screen. Slide the BATT (battery) release lever and remove the battery pack
.
To use a wall outlet (wall socket) as a power source
Make the same connections as “Step 1: Charging the battery pack.” Even if the battery pack is
attached, the battery pack is not discharged.
Charging the battery pack abroad
You can charge the battery pack in any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with
your camcorder within the AC 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz range.
Do not use an electronic voltage transformer.
Notes on the battery pack
When you remove the battery pack or disconnect the AC Adaptor, replace the viewfinder, close the LCD
screen and make sure that the (Movie) lamp/ (Photo) lamp (p. 21)/ACCESS lamp (p. 18)/access
lamp (p. 70) are turned off.
The /CHG lamp flashes during charging under the following conditions:
The battery pack is not attached correctly.
The battery pack is damaged.
When attaching a video light (sold separately), it is recommended that you use an NP-FH70 or NP-
FH100 battery pack.
We do not recommend using an NP-FH30, which only allows short recording and playback times, with
your camcorder.
In the default setting, the power turns off automatically if you leave your camcorder without any
operation for about 5 minutes, to save battery power ([A.SHUT OFF]).
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Notes on the AC Adaptor
Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from
the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately if any malfunction occurs while using your camcorder.
Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture.
Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic objects. This
may cause a malfunction.
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Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the
date and time
1
Open the LCD screen of your camcorder.
Your camcorder is turned on.
To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is open, press POWER.
POWER
2
Select the desired geographical area with / , then touch [NEXT].
To set the date and time again, touch (HOME) (SETTINGS) [CLOCK/ LANG]
[CLOCK SET]. When an item is not on the screen, touch / until the item appears.
3
Set [DST SET] or [SUMMERTIME], date and time, then touch
.
The clock starts.
If you set [DST SET] or [SUMMERTIME] to [ON], the clock advances 1 hour.
The date and time do not appear during recording, but they are automatically recorded on the recording
media, and can be displayed during playback. To display the date and time, touch (HOME)
(SETTINGS) [VIEW IMAGES SET] [DATA CODE] [DATE/TIME] .
You can turn off the operation beeps by touching (HOME) (SETTINGS) [SOUND/DISP
SET] [BEEP] [OFF] .
Touch the button on the
LCD screen.
(Movie): To record movies
(Photo): To record photos
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If the button you touch does not react correctly, calibrate the touch panel (p. 131).
Once the clock is set, the clock time is automatically adjusted with [AUTO CLOCK ADJ] and [AUTO
AREA ADJ] set to [ON] (p. 96). The clock may not be adjusted to the correct time automatically,
depending on the country/region selected for your camcorder. In this case, set [AUTO CLOCK ADJ] and
[AUTO AREA ADJ] to [OFF] (HDR-XR500V/XR520V).
To turn off the power
Close the LCD screen. The (Movie) lamp flashes for a few seconds, and the power is turned
off.
POWER
You can turn off your camcorder also by pressing POWER.
If the viewfinder is pulled out, retract the viewfinder as shown in the illustration below.
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.
Status Power of the
camcorder
LCD screen Viewfinder
Open Retracted On
Pulled out On
Closed Retracted Off
Pulled out 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.
Touch (HOME) (SETTINGS) [CLOCK/ LANG] [ LANGUAGE SET]
a desired language .
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Recording/Playback
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.
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Recording and playing movies and photos easily
( Easy Handycam Operation)
Simply press EASY. You can record or play movies and photos easily (Easy Handycam
operation).
During Easy Handycam operation, you can set basic options, such as changing the image size
or deleting images, among the setting and adjustment items. Other items are set automatically.
When Easy Handycam operation is started, nearly all menu settings are reset to the default settings
automatically. (Some menu items retain the settings that were made before Easy Handycam operation.)
Recording movies
In the default setting, movies are recorded with
high definition image quality (HD) on the hard disk
(p. 70, 74).
Fasten the grip belt.
Open the LCD screen of your camcorder.
Your camcorder is turned on.
To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is open, press POWER (p. 21).
Press EASY.
appears on the LCD screen.
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Press START/STOP to start recording.
[STBY] [REC]
To stop recording, press START/STOP again.
Tips
The [REC MODE] is fixed to [HD SP] or [SD SP] (p. 74).
Shooting photos
Open the LCD screen of your camcorder.
Your camcorder is turned on.
To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is already open, press POWER (p. 21).
Press EASY.
appears on the LCD screen.
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Press MODE to turn on the (Photo) lamp.
Press PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus, then press it fully.
Flashes Lights up
When disappears, the photo is recorded on the internal hard disk.
Playing movies
Open the LCD screen of your camcorder.
Your camcorder is turned on.
To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is already open, press POWER (p. 21).
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Press (VIEW IMAGES).
The VISUAL INDEX screen appears after some seconds.
Touch the (or ) tab ( ) a desired movie ( ).
: Displays the Highlight Playback screen (p. 47).
: Displays the screen to select the index type ([ MAP] (HDR-XR500V/XR520V)/
[ FILM ROLL]/[ FACE]) (p. 44, 45, 46).
: Displays high definition image quality (HD) movies.*
: Displays photos.
appears when you select standard definition image quality (SD) movies in [ / SET]
(p. 88).
appears with the movie or photo that was most recently played or recorded. If you touch the
movie or photo with , you can continue playback from the previous time. ( appears on the
photo recorded on “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media.)
*
HOME MENU
Previous 12 images
Next 12 images
Searches for images by
date (p. 48)
Returns to the
recording screen
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Your camcorder starts playing the selected movie.
Tips
When playback from the selected movie reaches the last movie, the screen returns to the VISUAL INDEX
screen.
You can slow down the playback speed by touching / during pause.
You can adjust the volume by touching adjust with / during playback.
The setting of [DATA CODE] is fixed to [DATE/TIME] (p. 88).
To change the recording media, select the recording media on [MOVIE MEDIA SET] (p. 70).
Protected demonstration movie has been provided on your camcorder when you buy it.
Viewing photos
On the VISUAL INDEX screen, touch the (Photo) tab ( ) a desired photo
( ).
Your camcorder starts playing the selected photo.
Next
Slide show/pause
To the VISUAL
INDEX screen
Previous
Displays the Map Index
screen (p. 44) (HDR-
XR500V/XR520V)
To fast-forward
To pause/play
Previous
To stop
To fast-reverse
Next
Volume adjustment
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Tips
The setting of [DATA CODE] is fixed to [DATE/TIME] (p. 88).
To change the recording media, select the recording media on [PHOTO MEDIA SET] (p. 70).
To cancel Easy Handycam operation
After you finish recording, or close menu setting screen, press EASY again. disappears
from the LCD screen.
Menu settings during Easy Handycam operation
Press (HOME) to display the menu items available for setup changes. See “Menu lists”
(p. 13) on the available menu items.
Notes
You cannot use the OPTION MENU.
Cancel Easy Handycam operation if you want to add effects to images or change settings.
Invalid buttons during Easy Handycam operation
You cannot use some buttons/functions during Easy Handycam operation since they are
automatically set. If you set an invalid operation, [Invalid during Easy Handycam operation.]
may appear.
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Recording
Recording movies
In the default setting, movies are recorded with high
definition image quality (HD) on the internal hard
disk (p. 70, 74).
Fasten the grip belt.
Open the LCD screen of your camcorder.
Your camcorder is turned on.
To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is already open, press POWER (p. 21).
Press START/STOP to start recording.
[STBY] [REC]
To stop recording, press START/STOP again.
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See page 120 on the recordable time of movies.
The maximum continuous recordable time of movies is about 13 hours.
When a movie file exceeds 2 GB, the next movie file is created automatically.
You can change the recording media and image quality (p. 70, 74).
[ STEADYSHOT] is set to [ACTIVE] in the default setting.
It will take several seconds until you can start recording after you turn on the camcorder. You cannot
operate your camcorder during this time.
If you close the LCD screen while recording movies, the camcorder stops recording.
If the ACCESS/access lamp is lit or flashing after recording is finished, it means that data is still being
written onto the recording media. Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder, and do not remove
the battery or AC Adaptor.
You can check the recordable time and the remaining capacity, etc., by touching (HOME)
(MANAGE MEDIA) [MEDIA INFO] (p. 72).
To adjust the angle of the LCD panel, first open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder ( ), and
then adjust the angle ( ). If you rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees to the lens side ( ), you can record
movies/photos in mirror mode.
When you make recording with the viewfinder only, pull out the viewfinder ( ), close the LCD panel,
and adjust the angle to your comfortable position( ). If the indicators on the viewfinder appear blurred,
adjust the focus with the viewfinder lens adjustment lever located beneath the viewfinder.
When you open or close the LCD screen, or adjust the angle, be careful not to press the buttons on the
side of the LCD screen by mistake.
Tips
You can record photos during movie recording by pressing PHOTO ([Dual Rec], p. 35).
When a face is detected, a white frame appears and the image quality around the face is optimized
a utomatically ([FACE DET. SETTING], p. 86).
In the default setting, a photo is recorded automatically when the camcorder detects the smile of a person
during movie recording ([SMILE SHUTTER], p. 87). An orange frame appears around a face targeted for
possible smile detection shot.
You can capture photos from recorded movies (p. 60).
You can switch the shooting mode by touching (HOME) (CAMERA) [MOVIE].
The LCD screen of your camcorder can display recording images across the entire screen (full pixel
display). However, this may cause slight trimming of the top, bottom, right and left edges of images when
played back on a TV which is not compatible with full pixel display. In this case, set [GUIDEFRAME] to
[ON] (p. 78), and record images using the outer frame displayed on the screen as a guide.
90 degrees (max.)
180 degrees (max.) 90 degrees to the camcorder
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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).
Shooting photos
In the default setting, photos are recorded on the internal hard disk (p. 70).
Open the LCD screen of your camcorder.
Your camcorder is turned on.
To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is already open, press POWER (p. 21).
Press MODE to turn on the (Photo) lamp.
Press PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus, then press it fully.
When disappears, the photo is recorded.
Flashes Lights up
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See page 121 on the recordable number of photos.
To change the image size, touch (HOME) (SETTINGS) [PHOTO SETTINGS]
[ IMAGE SIZE] a desired setting (p. 81).
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) .
You cannot record photos while is displayed.
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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
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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.
Tips
You can select the recording sound from [5.1ch SURROUND] ( ) or [2ch STEREO] ( )
([AUDIO MODE], p. 75).
You can create a disc, which contains the movies recorded on your camcorder, on a computer using the
supplied software. If you play the disc on a 5.1ch surround system, you can enjoy realistic sound.
Recording high quality photos during movie recording (Dual Rec)
You can record high quality photos during movie recording by pressing PHOTO.
Notes
You cannot use the flash during movie recording.
may appear when the capacity of the recording media is not enough or when you record photos
continuously. You cannot record photos while is displayed.
Tips
When the MODE lamp is set to (Movie), the size of photos becomes [ 8.3M] (16:9 wide) or [6.2M]
(4:3).
You can record photos during recording standby in the same way as when the (Photo) lamp is turned
on. You can also record with the flash.
Recording in dark places (NightShot/LOW LUX)
HDR-XR500/XR520
Infrared port
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HDR-XR500V/XR520V
Infrared port
When you want to record images in dim light, set the STD/LOW LUX/NIGHTSHOT switch
to LOW LUX. appears, and images will be recorded brighter than if you do not use LOW
LUX.
When you set the STD/LOW LUX/NIGHTSHOT switch to NIGHTSHOT, appears, and
you can record images even in total darkness.
Set the STD/LOW LUX/NIGHTSHOT switch to STD when recording in normal ambient
light.
Notes
The NightShot function uses infrared light. Therefore, do not cover the infrared port with your fingers or
other objects.
Remove the conversion lens (sold separately).
Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 103) when it is hard to focus automatically.
Do not use the NightShot function in bright places. This may cause a malfunction.
Recording in mirror mode
Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder , then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens
side .
Tips
A mirror-image of the subject appears on the LCD screen, but the image will be normal when recorded.
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Recording fast action in slow-motion (SMTH SLW REC)
Fast moving subjects and actions, which cannot be captured under the ordinary shooting
conditions, can be shot in smooth moving slow-motion for about 3 seconds.
This is useful to shoot fast actions such as a golf or tennis swing.
Touch (HOME) (CAMERA) [SMTH SLW REC].
Press START/STOP.
An about-3-second movie is recorded as a 12-second-slow-motion movie.
[Recording…] disappears, when recording is finished.
Touch to cancel the smooth slow recording.
To change the setting
Touch (OPTION) tab, then select the setting you want to change.
[TIMING]
Select the recording start point after START/STOP is pressed. The default setting is [3sec
AFTER].
[3sec BEFORE]
Notes
You cannot record sound with [SMTH SLW REC].
Image quality of [SMTH SLW REC] is not as good as that of normal recording.
[3sec AFTER]
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Switching the screen display, or turning the LCD backlight on/off
You can switch the screen display when you press DISP while the power is set to on.
To turn off the LCD backlight, press and hold DISP down 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 down for a few seconds until disappears.
Controlling the image settings manually with the MANUAL dial
You can assign 1 menu item you use often to the MANUAL dial.
Since the focus adjustment is assigned to the MANUAL dial in the default settings, the
operation below is described as adjusting the focus using the dial.
MANUAL
MANUAL dial
Press MANUAL to activate the manual adjustment mode.
Pressing MANUAL switches the setting mode between automatic and manual.
Rotate the MANUAL dial to adjust the focus.
Items you can assign to the MANUAL dial
[FOCUS] (p. 103)
[EXPOSURE] (p. 103)
[AE SHIFT] (p. 75, 81)
[WB SHIFT] (p. 75, 82)
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To assign the menu items to the MANUAL dial
Press and hold MANUAL down for a few seconds.
Rotate the MANUAL dial and select the item to be assigned.
Press MANUAL.
Notes
Manual settings will be retained even if you change the assigned item of the MANUAL dial. However, if
you set [EXPOSURE] after setting [AE SHIFT] manually, [EXPOSURE] will override [AE SHIFT].
If you select [RESET] in step , all the items adjusted manually are reset to the default settings.
Tips
The functions of the items that can be assigned to the MANUAL dial are the same as those of menu
operation.
You can also assign menu items to the MANUAL dial by touching (HOME) (SETTINGS)
[MOVIE SETTINGS]/[PHOTO SETTINGS] [DIAL SETTING].
Acquiring location information (GPS) (HDR-XR500V/XR520V)
Set the GPS switch to ON ( appears on the LCD screen). Your camcorder starts trying
to triangulate. When your camcorder triangulates successfully, it will record the location
information at the time movies and photos were recorded.
The movies and photos with location information will appear on a map (p. 44), so that you
can remember where you recorded those movies and photos.
In addition, you can acquire your current location information to check where you are at the
moment (p. 59).
Using the supplied software, “PMB,” you can display the movies and photos where you recorded them on
a map. For details, see page 44.
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Notes
The indicator changes according to the strength of GPS signal reception.
Triangulating status GPS indicators GPS reception status
Function off No
indicator
The GPS switch is set to OFF, or the GPS receiver is not functioning
normally.
Difficult Your camcorder cannot find a GPS signal, therefore, it cannot
triangulate. Use your camcorder in an open area.
Processing Your camcorder is confirming the GPS signal, and will be able
to acquire location information soon. Wait until your camcorder
completes the triangulation.
Triangulating Your camcorder is receiving a GPS signal, and can acquire location
information.
Triangulating Your camcorder is receiving a strong GPS signal, and can acquire
location information.
The GPS switch is set to ON in the default setting. Movies and photos recorded during triangulation by
GPS will be recorded with location information. If you do not want to record location information, set
the GPS switch to OFF.
It may take from several seconds to several minutes to acquire the location information when you use the
GPS for the first time or use it again after long intervals.
Even if the camcorder is turned off, the GPS function is working as long as the GPS switch is set to ON.
Make sure that the GPS switch is set to OFF during take off and landing of an airplane.
You may not be able to acquire location information depending on the strength of GPS reception.
Tips
If the camcorder keeps displaying and does not start triangulating for a while, set the GPS switch to
OFF, and to ON again.
You can search for movies and photos to be played on the Map Index (p. 44).
When you play movies and photos with [DATA CODE] set to [COORDINATES], the location
information appears on the LCD screen (p. 88).
You can use [AUTO CLOCK ADJ] and [AUTO AREA ADJ] to adjust the clock and the area.
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Playback.on.the.camcorder
In the default setting, movies and photos that are recorded on the internal hard disk are
played (p. 70).
Playing movies
Open the LCD screen of your camcorder.
Your camcorder is turned on.
To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is already open, press POWER (p. 21).
Press (VIEW IMAGES).
The VISUAL INDEX screen appears after some seconds.
You can display the VISUAL INDEX screen by pressing (VIEW IMAGES) on the LCD screen
as well.
Touch (or ) tab ( ) a desired movie ( ).
: Displays the Highlight Playback screen (p. 47).
: Displays the screen to select the index type ([ MAP](HDR-XR500V/XR520V)/[
FILM ROLL]/[ FACE]) (p. 44, 45, 46).
: Displays high definition image quality (HD) movies .*
: Displays photos.
appears when the standard definition image quality (SD) movie is selected with [ /
SET] (p. 88).
*
Previous
Next
To return to
recording mode
To the list of recording
dates (p. 48)
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appears with the movie or photo that was most recently played or recorded. If you touch the
movie or photo with , you can continue playback from the previous time. ( appears on the
photo recorded on “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media.)
Your camcorder starts playing the selected movie.
Tips
When playback from the selected movie reaches the last movie, the screen returns to the VISUAL INDEX
screen.
Touch / during pause to play back movies slowly.
As you repeat touching / during playback, movies are played as fast as about 5 times about
10 times about 30 times about 60 times.
You can display the VISUAL INDEX by touching (HOME) (VIEW IMAGES) [VISUAL
INDEX].
The recording date, time, and shooting conditions, and coordinates (HDR-XR500V/XR520V) are
recorded automatically during recording. This information is not displayed during recording, but you can
display it during playback by touching (HOME) (SETTINGS) [VIEW IMAGES SET]
[DATA CODE] a desired setting .
Protected demonstration movie has been provided on your camcoder when you buy it.
To adjust the sound volume of movies
While playing back movies, touch adjust with / .
You can adjust the sound volume from the OPTION MENU.
Previous
To stop
To fast-reverse
Next
OPTION
To fast-forward
To pause/play
Volume adjustment
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Viewing photos
Touch (Photo) tab a desired photo on the VISUAL INDEX screen.
Your camcorder displays the selected photo.
Tips
When viewing photos recorded on “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media, (playback folder) appears on
the screen.
Previous
To the VISUAL
INDEX screen
To start/stop slide show
Next
OPTION MENU
Displays the Map Index
screen (p. 44) (HDR-
XR500V/XR520V)
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Useful functions for playing movies and photos
Searching for a desired scene by recording location (Map Index) (HDR-
XR500V/XR520V)
Where movies and photos were recorded is marked on a map. You can select a movie or photo
by recording location. Select the recording media which contains the movie or photo you
want to play back before starting this operation (p. 70).
You can use the Map Index only with movies and photos having location information that was recorded
with the GPS switch set to ON (p. 39).
You cannot use the Map Index with photos recorded on “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media.
Press (VIEW IMAGES).
The VISUAL INDEX screen appears.
Touch ( VIEW IMAGES) [ MAP].
Returns to the VISUAL INDEX screen
You can change the scale using the zoom lever or zoom buttons (W: larger, T: smaller).
The point you touch on the map scrolls to the center automatically. If you hold a certain point, the map
keeps scrolling.
will appear at the upper right corner of the thumbnail of the movie or photo without location
information.
Touch the image marker where you recorded the movies and photos to be
played back.
The image marker turns red. The movies or photos recorded at that location are displayed
on the left of the screen.
Previous
Scale
Image marker
Displays photos
Next
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Touch the desired movie or photo.
Playback starts from the selected scene.
Notes
Make sure that you set the GPS switch to ON prior to recording, to be able to create movies and photos
that you can search for on the Map Index (p. 39).
The map always displays the north at the top.
When you record several movies and photos at the same location, the movie or photo recorded most
recently will be displayed on the LCD screen.
Tips
You can also display the Map Index screen by touching (HOME) (VIEW IMAGES)
[ MAP].
You can also search for the thumbnail of the movie or photo you want to play by touching / in step
3. The recording location of the movie or photo will be displayed at the center of the map.
Searching for desired scene by pinpoint (Film Roll Index)
Movies can be divided by a set time and the first scene of each division is displayed on the
index screen. You can start playing back a movie from the selected thumbnail.
Select the recording media which contains the movie you want to play back before the
operation (p. 70).
Press (VIEW IMAGES).
The VISUAL INDEX screen appears.
Touch ( VIEW IMAGES) [ FILM ROLL].
Returns to the VISUAL INDEX screen
Sets the interval at which to create thumbnails of scenes in a movie.
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Touch / to select the desired movie.
Touch / to search for the desired scene, then touch the scene you want
to play back.
Playback starts from the selected scene.
Tips
You can also display the [Film Roll Index] screen by touching (HOME) (VIEW IMAGES)
[ FILM ROLL].
Searching for desired scene by face (Face Index)
The face images detected during movie recording are displayed on the index screen.
You can play back the movie from the selected face image.
Select the recording media which contains the movie you want to play back before the
operation (p. 70).
Press (VIEW IMAGES).
The VISUAL INDEX screen appears.
Touch ( VIEW IMAGES) [ FACE].
Returns to the VISUAL INDEX screen
Touch / to select the desired movie.
Touch / to search for the desired face image, then touch the desired
face image to view the scene.
Playback starts from the beginning of the scene with the selected face image.
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Notes
Faces may not be detected depending on recording conditions.
Example: People wearing glasses or hats, or who do not face towards the camera.
Make sure that you set [FACE DETECTION] to [ON] (the default setting) prior to recording, to search
movies on the Face Index (p. 86).
Tips
You can also display the [Face Index] screen by touching (HOME) (VIEW IMAGES)
[ FACE].
Playing back a digest of your movies (HIGHLIGHT PLAYBACK)
Your camcorder selects a number of short scenes at random, puts them together, and plays
them back as a digest of your high definition image quality (HD) movies with music and
visual effects. You cannot record a scene and specify it as a highlight scene. Scenes selected for
Highlight Playback differ each time Highlight Playback is selected.
Select the recording media which contains the movie you want to play back before you start
the operation (p. 70).
Press (VIEW IMAGES).
The VISUAL INDEX screen appears.
Touch (HIGHLIGHT PLAYBACK).
The settings for Highlight Playback appear. The Highlight Playback starts after several
seconds.
Returns to the VISUAL INDEX screen
To stop Highlight Playback
To pause, touch .
To stop, touch or .
To change the settings for Highlight Playback
After touching in step 2, touch [HIGHLIGHT SET] before the Highlight Playback starts.
You can set following items.
[PLAYBACK RANGE]
Set the range of movies to be played by selecting the from and to date, then touch .
If no range is set, your camcorder plays the movies starting from those of the date displayed on the
VISUAL INDEX screen until the most recently recorded movie.
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[THEME]
Select one of the following: [SIMPLE], [NOSTALGIC], [STYLISH], [ACTIVE] (the default setting)
The music category is selected automatically according to the theme.
[MUSIC]
From the music category, you can select one of the following: [MUSIC1], [MUSIC2], [MUSIC3],
[MUSIC4] (the default setting), [ORIGINAL SOUND]
[SHUFFLE]
To play back movies in random order, select [ON].
To change music files
You can transfer music files from audio CDs or MP3 files to your camcorder, and play them with
Highlight Playback. To transfer music files, you need to install the software from the supplied CD-ROM
on your computer. Turn on your camcorder and computer, connect them with the supplied USB cable,
then touch [DOWNLOAD MUSIC] on the camcorder screen. (If the [USB CONNECT] screen does not
appear, touch (HOME) (OTHERS) [USB CONNECT]). For details, see the “PMB Guide.”
After the music file is transferred to the camcorder, if you cannot play the music, the music file may
be damaged. Delete the music file by touching (HOME) (OTHERS) [MUSIC TOOL]
[EMPTY MUSIC], then transfer the music file again. If you delete music files using [EMPTY MUSIC],
the music data recorded on your camcorder at the factory will be deleted too. In this case, you can restore
them using Music Transfer supplied with PMB. Refer to the PMB Guide for details.
Notes
The [PLAYBACK RANGE] setting is cleared when the Highlight Playback stops.
You cannot save scenes selected for HIGHLIGHT PLAYBACK.
Tips
You can change the settings for Highlight Playback during Highlight Playback by touching (OPTION).
If you change the settings for Highlight Playback, Highlight Playback scenes are re-selected.
If you change [MUSIC] after you select [THEME], the music will be selected automatically for the theme
from next time.
Searching for desired images by date (Date Index)
You can search for desired images by date efficiently.
Select the recording media which contains the image you want to play back before the
operation (p. 70).
Notes
You cannot use the Date Index function for photos on “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media.
Press (VIEW IMAGES).
The VISUAL INDEX screen appears.
To search for movies, touch the or tab. To search for photos, touch
the tab.
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Touch date on the screen.
The recording dates of images are displayed on the screen.
Returns to the VISUAL INDEX screen
Touch / to select the date of the desired image, then touch .
The images of the selected date are displayed on the VISUAL INDEX screen.
Tips
On the [Film Roll Index]/[Face Index] screen, you can use the Date Index function by following the steps
3 to 4.
Using PB zoom with photos
You can magnify photos from about 1.1 to 5 times the original size.
Magnification can be adjusted with the power zoom lever or the zoom buttons on the LCD
frame.
Play back the photo you want to magnify.
Magnify the photo with T (Telephoto).
The screen is framed.
Touch the screen at the point you want to display in the center of the
displayed frame.
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Adjust the magnification with W (Wide angle)/T (Telephoto).
To cancel, touch .
Playing back a series of photos (Slide show)
Touch on the photo playback screen.
The slide show begins from the selected photo.
To stop the slide show
Touch .
To restart the slide show
Touch again.
Notes
You cannot operate playback zoom during slide show.
Tips
You can also play back the slide show by touching (OPTION) tab [SLIDE SHOW] on the
VISUAL INDEX screen.
You can set continuous slide show playback by selecting (OPTION) tab [SLIDE SHOW
SET] while playing photos. The default setting is [ON] (continuous playback).
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Playing images on a TV
Connection methods and the image quality (high definition (HD) or standard definition
(SD)) viewed on the TV screen differ depending on what type of TV is connected, and the
connectors used. You can connect your camcorder to the TV easily following the instructions
displayed on the LCD screen, [TV CONNECT Guide].
Connecting a TV using [TV CONNECT Guide]
Switch the input on the TV to the connected jack.
Refer to the instruction manuals of the TV.
Turn on your camcorder, and touch (HOME) (OTHERS) [TV
CONNECT Guide] on the LCD screen.
When an item is not on the screen, touch / until the item appears.
Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power source (p. 19).
Connect your camcorder and TV referring to [TV CONNECT Guide].
Connectors on your camcorder
When the A/V connecting cable is used to output movies, movies are output with standard
definition image quality (SD).
Play back movies and photos on your camcorder (p. 41).
Input connectors on
the TV
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Connecting to a high definition TV
High definition image quality (HD) movies are played back with high definition image quality
(HD). Standard definition image quality (SD) movies are played back with standard definition
image quality (SD).
(p. 52) (p. 52)
: Signal flow
Type Camcorder Cable TV HOME MENU setting
(SETTINGS)
[OUTPUT SETTINGS]
[COMPONENT]
[1080i/480i] (p. 94)
Notes
If you connect only component video plugs, audio signals are not output. Connect the white and red
plugs to output audio signals.
Notes
Use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo.
Use an HDMI mini connector on one end (for the camcorder), and a plug suitable for connecting your
TV on the other end.
Images are not output from the HDMI OUT jack of your camcorder, if copyright protection signals are
recorded in the images.
Component A/V cable
(supplied)
(Green) Y
(Blue) PB B/C
(Red) P /CR R
(White)
(Red)
HDMI cable (sold separately)
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: Signal flow
Type Camcorder Cable TV HOME MENU setting
(SETTINGS)
[OUTPUT SETTINGS]
[COMPONENT]
[480i] (p. 94)
(SETTINGS)
[OUTPUT SETTINGS]
[TV TYPE]
[16:9]/[4:3]* (p. 93)
Notes
If you connect only component video plugs, audio signals are not output. Connect the white and red
plugs to output audio signals.
(SETTINGS)
[OUTPUT SETTINGS]
[TV TYPE]
[16:9]/[4:3]* (p. 93)
Notes
When the S VIDEO plug (S VIDEO channel) is connected, audio signals are not output. To output audio
signals, connect the white and red plugs to the audio input jack of your TV.
This connection produces higher resolution images compared with the A/V connecting cable (Type ).
(SETTINGS)
[OUTPUT SETTINGS]
[TV TYPE]
[16:9]/[4:3]* (p. 93)
* Set [TV TYPE] according to your TV.
Component A/V cable
(supplied) (Green) Y
(Blue) PB B/C
(Red) P /CR R
(White)
(Red)
A/V connecting cable with
S VIDEO (sold separately)
(White)
(Red)
(Yellow)
A/V connecting cable
(supplied)
(White)
(Red)
(Yellow)
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When connecting to your TV via a VCR
Connect your camcorder to the LINE IN input on the VCR using the A/V connecting cable.
Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE (VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, etc.).
When your TV is monaural (When your TV has only one audio input jack)
Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video input jack and connect the
white (left channel) or red (right channel) plug to the audio input jack of your TV or VCR.
Notes
When the A/V connecting cable is used to output images, images are output with standard definition
image quality (SD).
Tips
If you connect your camcorder to the TV using more than one type of cable to output images, the order
of priority of the TV input jacks is as follows:
HDMI component S VIDEO 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.
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.
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.
HDMI cable
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Operate your camcorder with the Remote Commander of the TV.
You can do the following operations.
to display (VIEW IMAGES) or (HOME) by pressing the SYNC MENU button
to 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.
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Editing
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).
Tips
You can select up to 100 images at one time.
You can delete an image on the playback screen
from OPTION MENU.
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.”
1
Touch (HOME) (OTHERS)
[DELETE].
2
To delete movies, touch
[ DELETE] [ DELETE] or
[ DELETE].
To delete photos, touch [ DELETE]
[ DELETE].
3
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.
4
Touch [YES]
.
To delete all movies/photos at one time
In step 2, touch [ DELETE]
[ DELETE ALL]/[ DELETE ALL]
[YES] [YES] .
To delete all photos at one time, touch
[ DELETE] [ DELETE ALL] [YES]
[YES] .
To delete all the movies/photos
recorded on the same day at one time
You can delete photos by selecting recording
dates only when photos are recorded on the
internal hard disk.
In step 2, touch [ DELETE]
[ DELETE by date]/[ DELETE
by date].
To delete all photos on the same day at one
time, touch [ DELETE]
[DELETE by date].
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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
Touch the image down on the LCD screen
to confirm the image. Touch to return
to the previous screen.
Touch [YES] .
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Acquiring the current
location information
(HDR-XR500V/XR520V)
You can display the current location on a
map.
Set the GPS switch to ON so that your
camcorder can acquire the current location
information (p. 39).
Touch ( YOUR LOCATION) on the
recording screen.
The current location is displayed and
marked at the center of the LCD screen.
If you touch a certain point on the screen,
the map shows the area with that point at
the center.
Touch (your location) at the bottom
left of the LCD screen to move the current
location back to the center.
To close the map screen
Touch .
Notes
The map always displays the north at the top.
Tips
You can change the scale using the zoom lever
or zoom buttons (W: larger, T: smaller).
Your camcorder acquires the current location
information every 10 seconds. The displays
of the center marker, etc., appear differently
according to the status of the current inquiry.
When your camcorder cannot acquire the
current location information, the center marker
turns gray and the map shows the last location
acquired.
If you hold a certain point, the map keeps
scrolling.
You can also display the current location by
touching (HOME) (OTHERS)
[ YOUR LOCATION].
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Capturing a photo
from a movie
You can save a selected frame from a
recorded movie as a photo.
Select the recording media which contains
movies and the image quality, and the
recording media where you want to save
photos before the operation (p. 70, 88).
1
Touch (HOME) (OTHERS)
[PHOTO CAPTURE].
The [PHOTO CAPTURE] screen
appears.
2
Touch the movie to be captured.
The selected movie starts playback.
3
Touch at the point where
you want to capture.
The movie pauses. Play and pause
toggles as you press .
4
Touch .
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.
To continue capturing, touch , then
repeat steps from step 3.
To capture a photo from another movie,
touch , then repeat steps from step 2.
5
Touch .
Notes
The image size is fixed depending on the image
quality of the movie:
[ 2.1M] with high definition image quality
(HD)
[ 0.2M] in 16:9 (wide) with standard
definition image quality (SD)
[VGA(0.3M)] in 4:3 with standard definition
image quality (SD)
The recording medium where you want to save
photos should have enough free space.
The recording date and time of captured photos
is the same as the recording date and time of
the movies.
If the movie you are capturing from has no data
code, the recording date and time of the photo
will be the date and time you captured from
the movie.
Adjust the capturing point with
more precision after you selected
the point with .
Returns to the beginning of the selected
movie
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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
image database file by touching (HOME)
(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.
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) (OTHERS)
[MOVIE DUB].
The [MOVIE DUB] screen appears.
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
Press and hold the image down on the
LCD screen to confirm the image. Touch
to return to the previous screen.
Estimmated remaining
capacity of “Memory Stick
PRO Duo” media
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[DUB by date]: Select the recording
date of the movie to be dubbed, then
touch . You cannot select multiple
dates.
Touch
[
YES]
.
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.
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.
Touch (HOME) (OTHERS)
[PHOTO COPY].
The [PHOTO COPY] screen appears.
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.
[COPY by select]: Touch the photo to
be copied, and mark with . You can
select multiple photos.
Tips
Press and hold the image down on the
screen to confirm the image. Touch to
return to the previous screen.
[COPY by date]: Select the recording
date of the photo to be copied, then
touch . You cannot select multiple
dates.
Touch [YES]
.
Tips
To check the copied photos after copying
is finished, select [MEMORY STICK] on
[PHOTO MEDIA SET] and play them back
(p. 70).
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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).
Tips
You can protect movies and photos on the
playback screen from OPTION MENU.
1
Touch (HOME) (OTHERS)
[EDIT].
2
To protect movies, touch
[ PROTECT] [ PROTECT]/
[ PROTECT].
To protect photos, touch [ PROTECT]
[ PROTECT].
3
Touch the movies and photos to
be protected.
is displayed on the selected images.
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.
4
Touch [YES]
.
To undo the protection of movies and
photos
Touch the movie or photo marked with
in step 3.
disappears.
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.
I n step 2, touch [ PROTECT]
[ PRT. by date]/[ PRT. by date].
To protect all photos on the same day at
one time, touch [ PROTECT]
[ PRT. by date].
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
Touch the image down on the LCD screen
to confirm the image. Touch to return
to the previous screen.
Touch [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] .
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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).
1
Touch (HOME) (OTHERS)
[EDIT] [ DIVIDE].
2
Touch the movie to be divided.
The selected movie starts playback.
3
Touch at the point where
you want to divide the movie into
scenes.
The movie pauses. Play and pause
toggles as you press .
4
Touch [YES]
.
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
where you touch and the actual dividing
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.
Tips
You can divide an image on the playback screen
from OPTION MENU.
Adjusts the dividing point with
more precision after you selected the
dividing point with .
Returns to the beginning of the
selected movie
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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).
Creating the Playlist
Notes
High definition image quality (HD) movies and
standard definition image quality (SD) movies
are added to an individual Playlist.
Touch (HOME) (OTHERS)
[PLAYLIST EDIT].
Touch [ ADD] or [ ADD].
Touch the movie to be added to
the Playlist.
The selected movie is marked with .
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 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.
Touch / to select the recording date
of the desired movie, then touch .
The movies recorded on the selected
date are displayed on the screen.
Tips
Touch the image on the LCD screen to
confirm the image. Touch to return to
the previous screen.
Touch [YES] .
Notes
Do not remove the battery pack or the AC
Adaptor from your camcorder while adding
movies to the Playlist. It may damage the
recording media. Also, do not eject “Memory
Stick PRO Duo” media while editing movies on
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media.
You cannot add photos to the Playlist.
You cannot create a Playlist which contains both
high definition image quality (HD) movies and
standard definition image quality (SD) movies.
Tips
You can add a maximum of 999 high definition
image quality (HD) movies, or 99 standard
definition image quality (SD) movies to the
Playlist.
You can add a movie on the playback screen or
the INDEX screen by touching (OPTION).
You can copy the Playlist to a disc as it is, by
using the supplied software.
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Playing the Playlist
Select the recording media and the image
quality you want to play a Playlist before
the operation (p. 70, 88).
Touch (HOME) (VIEW
IMAGES) [PLAYLIST].
Movies added to the Playlist appear.
Touch the movie you want to
play back.
The Playlist is played back from the
selected movie to the end, then the
screen returns to the Playlist screen.
To erase unnecessary movies from the
Playlist
Touch (HOME) (OTHERS)
[PLAYLIST EDIT].
T ouch [ ERASE]/[ ERASE].
To erase all the movies from the Playlist,
touch [ ERASE ALL]/[ ERASE
ALL] [YES] [YES] .
Select the movie to be erased from the
list.
The selected movie is marked with .
Tips
Press and hold the image down on the
LCD screen to confirm the image. Touch
to return to the previous screen.
Touch [YES] .
Tips
Even if you erase a movie from a Playlist, the
original movie is not erased.
To change the order within the Playlist
Touch (HOME) (OTHERS)
[PLAYLIST EDIT].
T ouch [ MOVE]/[ MOVE].
Select the movie to be moved.
The selected movie is marked with .
Tips
Touch the image on the LCD screen to
confirm the image. Touch to return to
the previous screen.
Touch .
S elect the destination with / .
Destination bar
Touch [YES] .
Tips
When you select multiple movies, the movies
are moved following the order appearing in the
Playlist.
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Creating a disc with a
DVD writer, recorder
Creating a high definition image
quality (HD) disc with a DVD writer,
etc. (USB cable connection)
You can save high definition image quality
(HD) movies on a disc by connecting
your camcorder to disc creation devices,
such as a Sony DVD writer, with the USB
cable. Refer also to the instruction manuals
supplied with the devices to be connected.
The method used to create a disc by
connecting your camcorder to a Sony DVD
writer with the USB cable is described here.
Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall
socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for this
operation (p. 19).
Sony DVD writer may not be available in some
countries/regions.
Turn on your camcorder, and
connect a DVD writer, etc. to the
(USB) jack of your camcorder
with the USB cable (supplied).
The [USB SELECT] screen appears on
the camcorder screen.
If the [USB SELECT] screen does
not appear, touch (HOME)
(OTHERS) [USB CONNECT].
Touch [ USB CONNECT] when
movies are recorded on the
internal hard disk, or [ USB
CONNECT] when movies are
recorded on “Memory Stick PRO
Duo” media on the camcorder
screen.
Record movies on the connected
device.
For details, refer to the instruction
manuals supplied with the device to be
connected.
After the operation is completed,
touch [END] [YES] on the
camcorder screen.
Disconnect the USB cable.
Notes
The high definition image quality (HD) disc
that you created should not be used in DVD
players/recorders. Because DVD players/
recorders are not compatible with the AVCHD
format, DVD players/recorders may fail to eject
the disc.
Creating a standard definition
image quality (SD) disc with a
recorder, etc. (A/V connecting cable
connection)
You can dub images played back on your
camcorder on a disc or video cassette,
by connecting your camcorder to a disc
recorder, a Sony DVD writer, etc. with
the A/V connecting cable. Connect the
device in either way of or . Refer
also to the instruction manuals supplied
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with the devices to be connected. Select the
recording medium that contains movies
and the image quality you want to dub
before starting the operation (p. 70, 74).
Sony DVD writer may not be available in some
countries/regions.
Notes
Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet
(wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for
this operation (p. 19).
High definition image quality (HD) movies
will be dubbed with standard definition image
quality (SD).
A/V connecting cable (supplied)
Connect the A/V connecting cable to the
input jack of another device.
A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO
(sold separately)
When connecting to another device
via the S VIDEO jack, by using an A/V
connecting cable with an S VIDEO cable
(sold separately), 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. If you
connect the S VIDEO plug only, you will
hear no sound. The yellow plug (video)
connection is not necessary.
Insert the recording media in the
recording device.
If your recording device has an input
selector, set it to the input mode.
Connect your camcorder to the
recording device (a disc recorder,
etc.) with the A/V connecting
cable (supplied) or an A/V
connecting cable with S VIDEO
(sold separately).
Connect your camcorder to the input jacks
of the recording device.
A/V Remote Connector
Signal flow
S VIDEO
VIDEO
(Yellow)
(White)
AUDIO
(Red)
Input
(Yellow)
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Start playback on your
camcorder, and record it on the
recording device.
Refer to the instruction manuals supplied
with your recording device for details.
When dubbing is finished, stop
the recording device, and then
your camcorder.
Notes
Since dubbing is performed via analog data
transfer, the image quality may deteriorate.
You cannot dub images 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, touch (HOME)
(SETTINGS) [OUTPUT SETTINGS]
[DISP OUTPUT] [LCD PANEL] (the
default setting) .
To record the date/time, coordinates (HDR-
XR500V/XR520V), or camera settings data,
touch (HOME) (SETTINGS)
[VIEW IMAGES SET] [DATA CODE]
a desired setting
. In addition, touch (HOME)
(SETTINGS) [OUTPUT SETTINGS]
[DISP OUTPUT] [V.OUT/PANEL]
.
When the screen size of display devices
(TV, etc.) is 4:3, touch (HOME)
(SETTINGS) [OUTPUT SETTINGS]
[TV TYPE] [4:3] .
When you connect a monaural device, connect
the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable
to the video input jack, and the white (left
channel) or the red (right channel) plug to the
audio input jack on the device.
Checking the battery
information
You can check the estimated remaining
capacity of the battery.
Touch (HOME) (OTHERS)
[BATTERY INFO].
The remaining battery capacity is shown.
To close the battery information screen
Touch .
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Utilizing recording media
Changing the
recording medium
You can select the internal hard disk or
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media as the
recording, playback, or editing medium on
your camcorder. Select the medium to be
used for movies and photos separately. In
the default setting, both movies and photos
are recorded on the internal hard disk.
You can do recording, playback, and editing
operations on the selected medium.
See page 120 for the recordable time of movies.
See page 121 for the number of recordable
photos.
Selecting the recording media for
movies
T ouch (HOME)
(MANAGE MEDIA) [MOVIE
MEDIA SET].
The [MOVIE MEDIA SET] screen
appears.
Touch the desired medium.
Touch [YES] .
The recording medium is changed.
Selecting the recording media for
photos
T ouch (HOME)
(MANAGE MEDIA) [PHOTO
MEDIA SET].
The [PHOTO MEDIA SET] screen
appears.
Touch the desired recording
medium.
Touch [YES] .
The recording medium is changed.
To check the recording media settings
Light up the (Movie) lamp to check the
recording medium used for movies, or the
(Photo) lamp for photos. The media icon
is displayed at the top right corner of the
screen.
: Internal hard disk
: “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media
Inserting “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
media
Set the recording medium to [MEMORY
STICK] to record movies and/or photos on
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media (p. 70).
Types of “Memory Stick” media you can
use with your camcorder
For recording movies, it is recommended that
you use “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media of 1
GB or larger marked with:
(“Memory Stick
PRO Duo” media)*
Movies
Hard disk
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media
Photos
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(“Memory Stick
PRO-HG Duo” media)
* Marked with Mark2 or not, either can be
used.
See page 119 for the recordable time of
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media.
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media/“Memory Stick PRO-HG
Duo” media
(This size can be used with your camcorder.)
“Memory Stick” media
(You cannot use it in your camcorder.)
You cannot use any type of memory card other
than those mentioned above.
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media can be
used only with “Memory Stick PRO” media
compatible equipment.
Do not attach a label or the like on “Memory
Stick PRO Duo” media or “Memory Stick Duo”
media adaptor.
Insert the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media into
the “Memory Stick Duo” media adaptor when
using “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media with
“Memory Stick” media compatible equipment.
Open the “Memory Stick Duo”
media cover, and insert the
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media
into the “Memory Stick Duo”
media slot until it clicks.
Confirm the direction of “Memory Stick
PRO Duo” media. If you forcibly insert
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media in the
wrong direction, “Memory Stick PRO
Duo” media, “Memory Stick Duo” media
slot, or image data may be damaged.
Close the “Memory Stick Duo” media
cover after inserting “Memory Stick PRO
Duo” media.
Access lamp
(“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media)
The [Create a new Image Database
File.] screen appears, if you insert new
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media when
the (Movie) lamp is lit.
Touch [YES].
To record only photos on “Memory Stick
PRO Duo” media touch [NO].
Notes
If [Failed to create a new Image Database File.
It may be possible that there is not enough free
space.] is displayed in step 2, format “Memory
Stick PRO Duo” media (p. 72).
To eject “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media
Open the “Memory Stick Duo” media cover
and lightly push “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
media in once.
Do not open the “Memory Stick Duo” media
cover during recording.
When inserting or ejecting “Memory Stick PRO
Duo” media, be careful so that “Memory Stick
PRO Duo” media do not pop out and drop.
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Checking the media
information
You can check the remaining recordable
time for each recording mode of the
recording media selected on [MOVIE
MEDIA SET] (p. 70), and the approximate
free and used media space of the recording
media.
Notes
During Easy Handycam operation, you cannot
check the media information. Cancel Easy
Handycam operation.
Touch (HOME) (MANAGE
MEDIA) [MEDIA INFO].
The remaining recordable time for each
recording mode is displayed.
Tips
You can check the recordable free space, etc. by
touching at the lower right on the screen.
To turn off the display
Touch .
Notes
The calculation for recording media space is 1
MB = 1,048,576 bytes. The fractions less than
MB are discarded when the recording media
space is displayed. The displayed size of the
whole hard disk space will be slightly smaller
than the size shown below despite displaying
both free and used hard disk space.
HDR-XR500/XR500V: 120 000 MB
HDR-XR520/XR520V: 240 000 MB
Since there is a management file area, the used
space is not displayed as 0 MB even if you
perform [MEDIA FORMAT] (p. 72).
Tips
Only the information of the medium selected
on [MOVIE MEDIA SET] (p. 70) is displayed.
Change the medium setting if necessary.
Deleting all movies
and photos (Formatting)
Formatting deletes all the movies and
photos to recover recordable free space.
Notes
Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall
socket) using AC Adaptor supplied for this
o peration (p. 19).
To avoid the loss of important images, you
should save them (p. 67, see Operating Guide
too) before formatting the recording media.
Protected movies and photos are also deleted.
1
Touch (HOME)
(MANAGE MEDIA) [MEDIA
FORMAT].
2
Touch the recording media to be
formatted ([HDD] or [MEMORY
STICK]).
3
Touch [YES] [YES] .
Notes
While [Executing…] is displayed, do not close
the LCD screen, operate the buttons on the
camcorder, disconnect the AC Adaptor, or eject
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media from your
camcorder. (The ACCESS/access lamp is lit or
flashing while formatting the medium.)
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Preventing data on the
internal hard disk from
being recovered
[ EMPTY] allows you to write
unintelligible data onto the internal hard
disk of the camcorder. In this way, it may
become more difficult to recover any
original data. When you dispose of or
transfer the camcorder, it is recommended
that you perform [ EMPTY].
Notes
If you perform [ EMPTY], all the images are
deleted. To avoid the loss of important images,
they should be saved (p. 67, see Operating
Guide too) before performing [ EMPTY].
You cannot perform [ EMPTY] unless you
connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall
socket).
Disconnect all cables except the AC Adaptor.
Do not disconnect the AC Adaptor during the
operation.
While performing [ EMPTY], do not apply
any vibrations or shocks to your camcorder.
1
Connect the AC Adaptor to the
DC IN jack on the camcorder and
the wall outlet (wall socket).
2
Open the LCD screen to turn on
your camcorder.
3
Touch (HOME)
(MANAGE MEDIA) [MEDIA
FORMAT] [HDD].
The [ FORMAT] screen appears.
4
Touch [EMPTY].
The [ EMPTY] screen appears.
5
Touch [YES] [YES] .
Notes
The actual performing time for [ EMPTY] is
as follows;
HDR-XR500/XR500V: about 120 minutes
HDR-XR520/XR520V: about 240 minutes
If you stop performing [ EMPTY] while
[Executing…] appears, be sure to complete the
operation by performing [MEDIA FORMAT]
or [ EMPTY] when you use the camcorder
next time.
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Customizing your camcorder
MOVIE SETTINGS (Items for recording movies)
The default settings are marked with .
/ SET
You can select image quality for recording, playback, or editing from high definition image
quality (HD) or standard definition image quality (SD).
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS] [ / SET] a desired
setting [YES]
HD QUALITY Records, plays, or edits high definition image quality (HD) movies.
SD QUALITY Records, plays, or edits standard definition image quality (SD) movies.
Tips
You can record, play, or edit movies in the selected image quality only. To record, play, or edit movies in
another image quality, change this setting.
REC MODE (Recording mode)
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS] [REC MODE] a desired setting
You can select a recording mode to record high definition image quality (HD) movies
from 4 levels. When recording fast moving subject, a high image quality, such as [FH], is
recommended.
HD FH ( ) Records in the highest quality mode (AVC HD 16M (FH))*1.
HD HQ ( ) Records in high quality mode (AVC HD 9M (HQ))*2.
HD SP ( ) Records in standard quality mode (AVC HD 7M (SP))*2
.
HD LP ( ) Increases the recording time (Long Play) (AVC HD 5M (LP))*2.
*1 Movies are recorded with AVCHD 1920 1080/60i format.
*2 Movies are recorded with AVCHD 1440 1080/60i format.
You can select a recording mode to record standard definition image quality (SD)*
3 movies
from 3 levels.
SD HQ ( ) Records in high quality mode (SD 9M (HQ)).
SD SP ( ) Records in standard quality mode (SD 6M (SP)).
SD LP ( ) Increases the recording time (Long Play) (SD 3M (LP)).
*3 Movies are recorded with MPEG2 format.
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Notes
If you record in the LP mode, the quality of movies may be degraded, or scenes with quick movements
may appear with block noise when you play back the image.
Tips
See page 119 for the expected recording time of each recording mode.
You can select the [REC MODE] for each recording media separately.
Figures such as 16M in the table show the average bit rate. M stands for Mbps.
AUDIO MODE
You can change the recording sound format.
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS] [AUDIO MODE] a desired
setting
5.1ch SURROUND
( ) Records sound in 5.1ch surround.
2ch STEREO
( ) Records sound in 2ch stereo.
AE SHIFT
You can adjust the exposure manually.
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS] [AE SHIFT] [ON]
(darker)/ (brighter)
OFF Adjusts the exposure automatically.
ON ( and the
adjustment value) Adjusts the exposure manually.
Tips
You can adjust the automatic exposure level to brighter or darker when [EXPOSURE] is set to [AUTO].
Touch if the subject is white or the backlight is bright, or touch if the subject is black or the light
is dim.
You can also adjust the setting manually using the MANUAL dial (p. 38).
WB SHIFT (White Balance Shift)
You can adjust the white balance manually.
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS] [WB SHIFT] [ON]
(bluish)/ (reddish)
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OFF Adjusts the white balance automatically.
ON ( and the
adjustment value) Adjusts the white balance manually.
Tips
When the white balance is set to a lower value, images appear bluish, and when set to a higher value,
images appear reddish.
You can also adjust the setting manually using the MANUAL dial (p. 38).
NIGHTSHOT LIGHT
When using the NightShot (p. 35) function, you can record clearer images by activating
[NIGHTSHOT LIGHT], which emits infrared light (invisible).
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS] [NIGHTSHOT LIGHT] a
desired setting
ON Emits infrared light.
OFF Does not emit infrared light.
Notes
Do not cover the infrared port (p. 7) with your fingers or other objects.
Remove the conversion lens (sold separately).
The maximum shooting distance using [NIGHTSHOT LIGHT] is about 3 m (10 feet).
WIDE SELECT
When recording standard definition image quality (SD) movies, you can select the horizontal
to vertical ratio according to the TV connected. Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied
with your TV.
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS] [WIDE SELECT] a desired
setting
16:9 WIDE Records movies to the full screen on a 16:9 (wide) TV screen.
4:3 ( ) Records movies to the full screen on a 4:3 TV screen.
Notes
S et [TV TYPE] correctly according to the TV connected for playback (p. 93).
DIGITAL ZOOM
You can select the maximum zoom level in case you want to zoom to a level greater than 12 ×
optical zoom during recording. Note that the image quality decreases when you use the digital
zoom.
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Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS] [DIGITAL ZOOM] a desired
setting
The right side of the bar shows the digital zooming factor. The
zooming zone appears when you select the zooming level.
OFF Up to 12 × zoom is performed optically.
24 × Up to 12 × zoom is performed optically, and after that, up to 24 × zoom is
performed digitally.
150 × Up to 12 × zoom is performed optically, and after that, up to 150 × zoom is
performed digitally.
STEADYSHOT
You can compensate for camera shake.
Set [ STEADYSHOT] to [OFF] when using a tripod (sold separately), then the image ( )
becomes natural.
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS] [ STEADYSHOT] a desired
setting
ACTIVE Provides a more powerful SteadyShot effect.
STANDARD Provides the SteadyShot effect under relatively stable recording conditions.
OFF ( ) The SteadyShot function is not used.
..
X.V.COLOR
You can capture wider range of colors. Various colors such as the brilliant color of flowers and
turquoise blue of the sea can be more faithfully reproduced.
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS] [X.V.COLOR] a desired setting
OFF Records in ordinary color range.
ON ( ) Records in x.v.Color.
Notes
Set [X.V.COLOR] to [ON] when the recorded movie will be played back on an x.v.Color-compliant TV.
Refer to the instruction manuals of the TV.
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If the movie recorded with this function [ON] is played back on a non-x.v.Color-compliant TV, the color
may not be reproduced correctly.
[X.V.COLOR] cannot be set to [ON]:
When recording standard definition image quality (SD) movies
While recording a movie.
The LCD screen is compatible with x.v.Color.
GUIDEFRAME
You can display the frame and check that the subject is horizontal or vertical.
The frame is not recorded. Press DISP to make the frame disappear.
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS] [GUIDEFRAME] a desired
setting
OFF Does not display the guide frame.
ON Displays the guide frame.
Tips
Positioning the subject at the cross point of the guide frame makes a balanced composition.
The outer frame of [GUIDEFRAME] shows the display area of a TV which is not compatible with full
pixel display.
REMAINING SET
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS] [ REMAINING SET] a
desired setting
ON Always displays the remaining recording media indicator.
AUTO
Displays the remaining recording time of movies for about 8 seconds in
situations such as those described below.
When your camcorder recognizes the remaining recording media capacity
while the (Movie) lamp lights up
When you press DISP to switch the indicator from off to on while the
(Movie) lamp lights up
When you select the movie recording mode on the HOME MENU
Notes
When the remaining recordable time for movies is less than 5 minutes, the indicator stays on the screen.
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FLASH MODE
You can select the flash setting when you record photos using the built-in flash, or an external
flash (sold separately) that is compatible with your camcorder.
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS] [FLASH MODE] a desired
setting
AUTO Automatically flashes when there is insufficient ambient light.
ON ( ) Always uses the flash regardless of the ambient brightness.
OFF ( ) Records without flash.
Notes
The recommended distance to the subject when using the built-in flash is about 0.3 to 2.5 m (1 to 8 feet).
Remove any dust from the surface of the flash before using it. Flash effect may be impaired if heat
discoloration or dust obscures the lamp.
You cannot set this item when a lens filter or accessory lens is attached to your camcorder.
The /CHG (charge) lamp (p. 8) 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.
FLASH LEVEL
You can set this function when you record photos using the built-in flash, or an external flash
(sold separately) that is compatible with your camcorder.
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS] [FLASH LEVEL] a desired
setting
HIGH ( ) Makes the flash level higher.
NORMAL ( )
LOW ( ) Makes the flash level lower.
REDEYE REDUC (Redeye reduction)
You can set this function when you record photos using the built-in flash, or an external flash
(sold separately) that is compatible with your camcorder.
When you set [REDEYE REDUC] to [ON], then set [FLASH MODE] to [AUTO] or [ON],
appears. You can prevent redeye by activating the pre-flash before the flash flashes.
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS] [REDEYE REDUC] a desired
setting
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OFF Does not prevent redeye.
ON ( ) Prevents redeye.
Notes
The redeye reduction may not produce the desired effect due to individual differences and other
conditions.
The redeye function does not work with automatic recording by [SMILE SHUTTER].
DIAL SETTING
You can select an item you want to set to the MANUAL dial. For details, see page 38.
CONVERSION LENS
When using a conversion lens (sold separately), use this function to record using the optimum
compensation for camera shake and focus for each lens.
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS] [CONVERSION LENS] a
desired setting
WIDE CONVERSION
( ) Select this when you use a wide-conversion lens.
TELE CONVERSION
( ) Select this when you use a tele-conversion lens.
OFF Select this when you do not use a conversion lens.
AUTO BACK LIGHT (Auto Backlight Correction)
Your camcorder adjusts the exposure for backlit subjects automatically.
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [MOVIE SETTINGS] [AUTO BACK LIGHT] a desired
setting
ON Adjusts the exposure for backlit subjects automatically.
OFF Does not adjust the exposure for backlit subjects.
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PHOTO SETTINGS (Items for recording photos)
The default settings are marked with .
IMAGE SIZE
You can select a photo size to be shot.
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [PHOTO SETTINGS] [ IMAGE SIZE] a desired
setting
12.0M ( ) Records photos in the highest quality (4,000 × 3,000).
9.0M ( ) Records photos in the high quality in the 16:9 (wide) ratio (4,000 × 2,250).
6.2M ( ) Records photos clearly (2,880 × 2,160).
1.9M ( ) Allows you to record more photos in relatively clear quality (1,600 × 1,200).
VGA(0.3M) ( ) Allows the maximum number of photos to be recorded (640 × 480).
Notes
The selected image size is effective when the (Photo) lamp is lit.
See page 121 for the number of recordable photos.
FILE NO. (File number)
You can select the way to assign file number of photos.
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [PHOTO SETTINGS] [FILE NO.] a desired setting
SERIES
Assigns file numbers of photos in sequence.
The file number becomes larger each time you record a photo.
Even if “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media are replaced with another one,
the file number is assigned in sequence.
RESET
Assigns file numbers in sequence, following the largest file number existing
on the current recording medium.
When “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media are replaced with another one, the
file number is assigned for each one of “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media.
AE SHIFT
You can adjust the exposure manually.
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [PHOTO SETTINGS] [AE SHIFT] [ON]
(darker)/ (brighter)
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OFF Adjusts the exposure automatically.
ON ( and the
adjustment value) Adjusts the exposure manually.
Tips
You can adjust the automatic exposure level to brighter or darker when [EXPOSURE] is set to [AUTO].
Touch if the subject is white or the backlight is bright, or touch if the subject is black or the light
is dim.
You can also adjust the setting manually using the MANUAL dial (p. 38).
WB SHIFT (White Balance Shift)
You can adjust the white balance manually.
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [PHOTO SETTINGS] [WB SHIFT] [ON]
(bluish)/ (reddish)
OFF Adjusts the white balance automatically.
ON ( and the
adjustment value) Adjusts the white balance manually.
Tips
When the white balance is set to a lower value, images appear bluish, and when set to a higher value,
images appear reddish.
You can also adjust the setting manually using the MANUAL dial (p. 38).
NIGHTSHOT LIGHT
When using the NightShot (p. 35) function, you can record clearer images by activating
[NIGHTSHOT LIGHT], which emits infrared light (invisible).
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [PHOTO SETTINGS] [NIGHTSHOT LIGHT] a
desired setting
ON Emits infrared light.
OFF Does not emit infrared light.
Notes
Do not cover the infrared port (p. 7) with your fingers or other objects.
Remove the conversion lens (sold separately).
The maximum shooting distance using [NIGHTSHOT LIGHT] is about 3 m (10 feet).
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STEADYSHOT
You can compensate for camera shake.
Set [ STEADYSHOT] to [OFF] ( ) when using a tripod (sold separately), then the image
becomes natural.
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [PHOTO SETTINGS] [ STEADYSHOT] a desired
setting
ON The SteadyShot function is used.
OFF ( ) The SteadyShot function is not used.
.
GUIDEFRAME
You can display the frame and check that the subject is horizontal or vertical.
The frame is not recorded. Press DISP to make the frame disappear.
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [PHOTO SETTINGS] [GUIDEFRAME] a desired
setting
OFF Does not display the guide frame.
ON Displays the guide frame.
Tips
Positioning the subject at the cross point of the guide frame makes a balanced composition.
FLASH MODE
You can select the flash setting when you record photos using the built-in flash, or an external
flash (sold separately) that is compatible with your camcorder.
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [PHOTO SETTINGS] [FLASH MODE] a desired
setting
AUTO Automatically flashes when there is insufficient ambient light.
ON ( ) Always uses the flash regardless of the ambient brightness.
OFF ( ) Records without flash.
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Notes
The recommended distance to the subject when using the built-in flash is about 0.3 to 2.5 m (1 to 8 feet).
Remove any dust from the surface of the flash before using it. Flash effect may be impaired if heat
discoloration or dust obscures the lamp.
You cannot set this item when a filter or a conversion lens is attached to your camcorder.
The /CHG (charge) lamp (p. 8) 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.
FLASH LEVEL
You can set this function when you record photos using the built-in flash, or an external flash
(sold separately) that is compatible with your camcorder.
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [PHOTO SETTINGS] [FLASH LEVEL] a desired
setting
HIGH ( ) Makes the flash level higher.
NORMAL ( )
LOW ( ) Makes the flash level lower.
REDEYE REDUC (Redeye reduction)
You can set this function when you record photos using the built-in flash, or an external flash
(sold separately) that is compatible with your camcorder.
When you set [REDEYE REDUC] to [ON], then set [FLASH MODE] to [AUTO] or [ON],
appears. You can prevent redeye by activating the pre-flash before the flash flashes.
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [PHOTO SETTINGS] [REDEYE REDUC] a desired
setting
OFF Does not prevent redeye.
ON ( ) Prevents redeye.
Notes
The redeye reduction may not produce the desired effect due to individual differences and other
conditions.
The redeye function does not work with automatic recording using [SMILE SHUTTER].
DIAL SETTING
You can select an item you want to set to the MANUAL dial. For details, see page 38.
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FACE FUNC. SET (Items to set face function)
The default settings are marked with .
FACE DET. SETTING
You can adjust the settings for the FACE DETECTION function.
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [FACE FUNC. SET] [FACE DET. SETTING] [FACE
DETECTION]/[FRAME SETTING] a desired setting
FACE DETECTION
Detects the faces of your subjects and adjusts the focus/color/exposure automatically. Also,
it adjusts the image quality of face parts more finely, in the case of the high definition image
quality (HD) movies.
ON ( ) Detects faces.
OFF Does not detect faces.
Notes
Faces may not be detected depending on recording conditions, subject conditions, and the setting of your
camcorder.
[FACE DETECTION] may not function properly depending on recording conditions. Set [FACE
DETECTION] to [OFF] in this case.
Tips
The detected faces are recorded in Face Index, however, some faces may not be. Also, there is a limit to
the number of faces that can be recorded in Face Index. To play back from the Face Index, see page 46.
FRAME SETTING
Sets whether to display the detection frame or not when a face is detected by [FACE
DETECTION] or [DETECTION SET].
Orange frame: A face targeted for possible smile detection shot.
FACE DETECTION
ON Displays the detection frame.
OFF Does not display the detection frame.
Notes
Th e detection frame does not appear while using mirror mode (p. 36).
White frame: Detects faces.
DETECTION SET
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SMILE SHUTTER
You can adjust the settings for the SMILE SHUTTER function.
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [FACE FUNC. SET] [SMILE SHUTTER] [DETECTION
SET]/[SMILE SENSITIVITY]/[SMILE PRIORITY]/[FRAME SETTING]
a desired setting
DETECTION SET
The shutter is released when the camcorder detects a smile.
DUAL CAPTURE ( ) Only during movie recording, the shutter is released automatically, when the
camcorder detects a smile.
ALWAYS ON ( ) The shutter is released when the camcorder detects a smile whenever the
camcorder is in recording mode.
OFF Smiles are not detected, so photos are not recorded automatically.
Notes
Smiles may not be detected depending on recording conditions, subject conditions, and the setting of
your camcorder.
When [DUAL CAPTURE] is selected, appears on the screen in movie recording standby, and
changes into when movie recording starts.
Tips
If a smile is not detected, set the [SMILE SENSITIVITY] (p. 87).
You can select the subject that has priority for smile detection with [SMILE PRIORITY] (p. 87).
SMILE SENSITIVITY
Sets the smile detection sensitivity using the SMILE SHUTTER function.
HIGH Detects even a slight smile.
MEDIUM Detects a normal smile.
LOW Detects a big smile.
SMILE PRIORITY
Selects the priority subject for the SMILE SHUTTER function.
AUTO Detects and shoots smiling faces automatically.
CHILD PRIORITY Detects and shoots with priority on a child’s face.
ADULT PRIORITY Detects and shoots with priority on an adult’s face.
FRAME SETTING
See page 86.
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VIEW IMAGES SET (Items to customize the display)
The default settings are marked with .
/ SET
You can select image quality for recording, playback, or editing from high definition image
quality (HD) or standard definition image quality (SD).
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [VIEW IMAGES SET] [ / SET] a desired
setting [YES]
HD QUALITY Records, plays, or edits high definition image quality (HD) movies.
SD QUALITY Records, plays, or edits standard definition image quality (SD) movies.
Tips
You can record, play, or edit movies in the selected image quality only. To record, play, or edit movies in
another image quality, change this setting.
DATA CODE
During playback, your camcorder displays the information (data code) recorded automatically
at the time of recording.
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [VIEW IMAGES SET] [DATA CODE] a desired
setting
HDR-XR500/XR520
OFF Data code is not displayed.
DATE/TIME Displays the date and time.
CAMERA DATA Displays camera setting data.
DATE/TIME
Date
Time
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CAMERA DATA
Movie Photo
SteadyShot off
Brightness
White balance
Gain
Shutter speed
Aperture value
Exposure
Tips
The data code is displayed on the TV screen if you connect your camcorder to a TV.
Depending on the recording media condition, bars [--:--:--] appear.
HDR-XR500V/XR520V
OFF Data code is not displayed.
DATE/TIME Displays the date and time.
CAMERA DATA Displays camera setting data.
COORDINATES Displays coordinates.
DATE/TIME
.
Date
Time
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CAMERA DATA
Movie Photo
SteadyShot off
Brightness
White balance
Gain
Shutter speed
Aperture value
Exposure
COORDINATES
Latitude
Longitude
Tips
appears for a photo recorded using a flash.
The data code is displayed on the TV screen if you connect your camcorder to a TV.
The indicator toggles through the following sequences as you press DATA CODE on the Wireless Remote
Commander: [DATE/TIME] [CAMERA DATA] [COORDINATES] [OFF] (no indication).
Depending on the recording media condition, bars [--:--:--] appear.
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When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is slightly reduced during recording.
If you open the LCD panel 180 degrees to face the screen outside and close the LCD panel to the
camcorder body, the setting becomes [NORMAL] automatically.
Tips
This adjustment does not affect the recorded images in any way.
LCD COLOR
You can adjust the color of the LCD screen.
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [SOUND/DISP SET]
[LCD COLOR] (lower
intensity)/ (higher intensity)
Tips
This adjustment does not affect the recorded images in any way.
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DISP OUTPUT (Display output)
You can set where the screen displays are to be output.
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [OUTPUT SETTINGS] [DISP OUTPUT] a desired
setting
LCD PANEL Shows displays such as the time code on the LCD screen.
V-OUT/PANEL Shows displays such as the time code on LCD screen, and on the TV screen.
COMPONENT
Select [COMPONENT] when connecting your camcorder to a TV with the component input
jack.
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [OUTPUT SETTINGS] [COMPONENT] a desired
setting
480i Select this when connecting your camcorder to a TV with the component
input jack.
1080i/480i Select this when connecting your camcorder to a TV that has the component
input jack and is capable of displaying the 1080i signal.
HDMI RESOLUTION
Select the output image resolution when connecting your camcorder to a TV with an HDMI
cable.
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [OUTPUT SETTINGS] [HDMI RESOLUTION] [HD
CONTENTS]/[SD CONTENTS] a desired setting
HD CONTENTS
Set the output image resolution recorded with high definition image quality (HD).
AUTO Normal setting (outputs the signal according to the TV automatically).
1080i Outputs the 1080i signal.
720p Outputs the 720p signal.
480p Outputs the 480p signal.
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SD CONTENTS
Set the output image resolution recorded with standard definition image quality (SD).
AUTO Normal setting (outputs the signal according to the TV automatically).
480p Outputs the 480p signal.
480i Outputs the 480i signal.
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CLOCK/ LANG (Items to set clock and language)
The default settings are marked with .
CLOCK SET
See page 21.
AREA SET
You can adjust a time difference without stopping the clock. Set your local area when using
your camcorder in other time zones. Refer to the world time difference on page 123.
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [CLOCK/ LANG] [AREA SET] set your local area
using /
AUTO CLOCK ADJ (HDR-XR500V/XR520V)
Your camcorder will maintain the correct clock time by acquiring the time from GPS.
Set the GPS switch to ON in advance.
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [CLOCK/ LANG] [AUTO CLOCK ADJ] a desired
setting
ON Adjusts the clock automatically.
OFF Does not adjust the clock automatically.
Notes
You must set the date and time on your camcorder before using your camcorder (p. 21).
There may be discrepancies of a few seconds even if [AUTO CLOCK ADJ] is activated.
The clock is adjusted automatically by [AUTO CLOCK ADJ] when you turn off your camcorder if the
camcorder is receiving a GPS signal while it is being used. The clock is not adjusted until the camcorder
is turned off. Also, the clock is not adjusted unless the camcorder is receiving a GPS signal, even if the
GPS switch is set to ON.
AUTO AREA ADJ (HDR-XR500V/XR520V)
Your camcorder will compensate for a time differences with the current area automatically
when it detects a time difference, by acquiring the current location information from GPS.
Set the GPS switch to ON in advance.
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Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [CLOCK/ LANG] [AUTO AREA ADJ] a desired
setting
ON Compensates for the time difference with the current area automatically.
OFF Does not compensates for the time difference with the current area
automatically.
Notes
You must set date and time on your camcorder before using your camcorder (p. 21).
DST SET/SUMMERTIME
You can change this setting without stopping the clock. Set to [ON] to move the time forward
1 hour.
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [CLOCK/ LANG] [DST SET]/[SUMMERTIME] a
desired setting
OFF Does not set the summertime.
ON Sets the summertime.
LANGUAGE SET
You can select the language to be used on the LCD screen.
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [CLOCK/ LANG] [ LANGUAGE SET] a desired
setting
Tips
Your camcorder offers [ENG[SIMP]] (simplified English) for when you cannot find your native tongue
among the options.
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GENERAL SET (Other setup items)
The default settings are marked with .
DEMO MODE
When your camcorder is connected to a wall outlet (wall socket), a demonstration movie
appear about 10 minutes after you turn on the (Movie) lamp by pressing MODE.
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [GENERAL SET] [DEMO MODE] a desired setting
ON The demonstration appears.
OFF The demonstration does not appear.
Notes
You can find the demonstration movie on the VISUAL INDEX screen in the default setting. The
demonstration movie will not be restored once it is deleted.
Meanwhile, a movie you have recorded will be registered as the demonstration movie if the movie
satisfies the following conditions.
The movie is protected
The movie is the first one displayed on the VISUAL INDEX screen
The movie is recorded on the internal hard disk
The movie is recorded with high definition image quality (HD)
Tips
When you set this item to [ON] and touch , the demonstration starts playing.
The demonstration will be suspended:
When you press START/STOP or PHOTO
When you touch the screen during the demonstration (The demonstration starts again after about 10
minutes)
When you turn on the (Photo) lamp
When you press (HOME) or (VIEW IMAGES)
REC LAMP (Recording lamp)
You can make the camera recording lamp on the front of your camcorder not to turn on.
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [GENERAL SET] [REC LAMP] a desired setting
ON The camera recording lamp lights up.
OFF The camera recording lamp does not light up.
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CALIBRATION
See page 131.
A.SHUT OFF (Auto shut off )
You can set your camcorder to turn off automatically when you do not operate your
camcorder for more than about 5 minutes.
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [GENERAL SET] [A.SHUT OFF] a desired setting
5min The camcorder turns off automatically.
NEVER The camcorder does not turn off automatically.
Notes
When you connect your camcorder to a wall outlet (wall socket), [A.SHUT OFF] is automatically set to
[NEVER].
REMOTE CTRL (Remote control)
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [GENERAL SET] [REMOTE CTRL] a desired setting
ON Select this when you use the supplied Wireless Remote Commander (p. 9).
OFF Select this when you do not use supplied Wireless Remote Commander.
Tips
Select [OFF] when you want to prevent your camcorder from responding to a command sent by another
remote control unit.
DROP SENSOR
Your camcorder detects that it is dropping, and protects the internal hard disk.
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [GENERAL SET] [DROP SENSOR] a desired setting
ON
Activates the drop sensor. When it is detected that the camcorder is
dropping, you may not be able to record or play back images correctly, to
protect the internal hard disk. When dropping is detected, appears.
OFF ( ) Deactivates the drop sensor.
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Notes
Set the drop sensor to [ON] when you use the camcorder. Otherwise, if you drop the camcorder, you may
damage the internal hard disk.
In a non-gravity situation, the drop sensor activates. When you record images during an activity such as
roller-coasting or skydiving, you can set [DROP SENSOR] to [OFF] so as not to activate the drop sensor.
CTRL FOR HDMI (Control for HDMI)
When connecting your camcorder to a “BRAVIA” Sync compatible TV with the HDMI cable
(sold separately), you can play back movies on your camcorder by aiming the TV’s Remote
Commander at the TV (p. 55).
Steps
(HOME) (SETTINGS) [GENERAL SET] [CTRL FOR HDMI] a desired
setting
ON Operates your camcorder using the TV’s Remote Commander.
OFF Does not operate your camcorder using the TV’s Remote Commander.
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Functions set in the OPTION MENU
Items you can set only on the OPTION MENU will be described below.
The default settings are marked with .
SPOT MTR/FCS
You can adjust the brightness and focus for the selected subject simultaneously. This function
enables you to use [SPOT METER] (p. 101) and [SPOT FOCUS] (p. 102) at the same time.
Steps
In recording mode, (OPTION) [SPOT MTR/FCS] touch the subject you
want to adjust the brightness and focus on [END]
To adjust the brightness and focus automatically, touch [AUTO].
Notes
[EXPOSURE] and [FOCUS] are automatically set to [MANUAL].
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.
Steps
In recording mode, (OPTION) [SPOT METER] touch the point where
you want to fix and adjust the exposure on the screen [END]
To return the setting to automatic exposure, touch [AUTO].
Notes
[EXPOSURE] is automatically set to [MANUAL].
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SPOT FOCUS
You can select and adjust the focal point to aim it at a subject not located at the center of the
screen.
Steps
In recording mode, (OPTION) [SPOT FOCUS] touch the point to be
focused within the frame on the screen [END]
To adjust the focus automatically, touch [AUTO].
Notes
[FOCUS] is automatically set to [MANUAL].
TELE MACRO
This is useful to shoot small subjects, such as flowers or insects. You can blur out backgrounds
and the subject stands out clearer.
Steps
In recording mode, (OPTION) [TELE MACRO]
a desired setting
OFF Cancels TELE MACRO. (TELE MACRO is also canceled when you move the
zoom lever to the W side.)
ON ( )
The zoom (p. 34) moves to the top of
the T (telephoto) side automatically
and allows recording subjects at a
close distance down toabout 45 cm
(17 3/4 in.).
Notes
When recording a distant subject, focusing may be difficult and can take some time.
Adjust the focus manually ([FOCUS], p. 103) when it is hard to focus automatically.
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EXPOSURE
You can fix the brightness of a picture manually. Adjust the brightness when the subject is too
bright or too dark.
Steps
In recording mode, (OPTION) [EXPOSURE] [MANUAL] (darker)/
(brighter)
To adjust the exposure automatically, touch [AUTO].
Tips
You can adjust the exposure manually also by using MANUAL dial.
FOCUS
You can adjust the focus manually. You can select this function also when you want to focus
on a certain subject intentionally.
Steps
In recording mode, (OPTION) [FOCUS] [MANUAL] (focusing on
close subjects)/ (focusing on distant subjects)
To adjust the focus automatically, touch [AUTO].
Notes
When you set [FOCUS] to [MANUAL], appears.
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
appears when the focus cannot be adjusted any closer, and appears when the focus cannot be
adjusted farther away.
It is easier to focus on the subject by moving the power zoom lever towards T (telephoto) to adjust the
focus, then towards W (wide angle) to adjust the zoom for recording. When you want to record a subject
at close range, move the power zoom lever to W (wide angle), then adjust the focus.
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* Adjusted to focus on subjects farther away only.
** Adjusted not to focus on subjects a short distance away.
Notes
If you set [SCENE SELECTION], [WHITE BAL.] setting is canceled.
Even if you set [TWILIGHT PORT.] while the (Photo) lamp is lit, the setting changes to [AUTO] once
the (Movie) lamp lights up.
WHITE BAL. (White balance)
You can adjust the color balance to the brightness of the recording environment.
Steps
In recording mode, (OPTION) [WHITE BAL.] a desired setting
AUTO The white balance is adjusted automatically.
OUTDOOR ( )
The white balance is appropriately adjusted for the following recording
conditions:
Outdoors
Night views, neon signs and fireworks
Sunrise or sunset
Under daylight fluorescent lamps
INDOOR ( )
The white balance is appropriately adjusted for the following recording
conditions:
Indoors
At party scenes or studios where the lighting conditions change quickly
Under video lamps in a studio, or under sodium lamps or incandescent-
like color lamps
ONE PUSH ( )
The white balance will be adjusted according to the ambient light.
Touch [ONE PUSH].
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.
Touch [ ].
flashes quickly. When the white balance has been adjusted and stored in
the memory, the indicator stops flashing.
Notes
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 framing white objects 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].
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MICREF LEVEL (Microphone reference level)
You can select the microphone level for recording sound.
Steps
In recording mode, (OPTION) [MICREF LEVEL] a desired setting
NORMAL Records various ambient sounds, converting them into the appropriate level.
LOW ( )
Records ambient sound faithfully. Select [LOW] when you want to record
an exciting and powerful sound in a concert hall, etc. (This setting is not
suitable for recording conversations.)
SELF-TIMER
Press PHOTO to start the count down. A photo is recorded after about 10 seconds.
Steps
In recording mode, (OPTION) [SELF-TIMER] a desired setting
OFF Cancels the self-timer.
ON ( ) Starts the self-timer recording. To cancel the recording, touch [RESET].
Tips
You can also operate by pressing PHOTO on the Wireless Remote Commander (p. 9).
Produktspezifikationen
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| Kategorie: | Camcorder |
| Modell: | HDR-XR520 |
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