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HDR-CX130E/CX160E/CX180EDigital HD Video Camera RecorderOperating Guide4-275-373-23(1) Table of contentsGetting startedRecording/PlaybackAdvanced oper

10GBGetting startedStep 1: Charging the battery packYou can charge the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (V series) after attaching it to your camcorder.Note

11GBGetting started4 When the battery is charged, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack of your camcorder.To charge the battery using your c

12GBCharging timeApproximate time (min.) required when you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack.Battery packCharging timeAC AdaptorBuilt-in US

13GBGetting startedNotes on the battery packWhen you remove the battery pack or disconnect the AC Adaptor, turn the camcorder off and make sure that t

14GBStep 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time1 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder.Your camcorder is turned on.To turn on your c

15GBGetting started4 Set [Summer Time], then touch [Next].If you set [Summer Time] to [On], the clock advances 1 hour.5 Select the date format, th

16GBTo turn off the powerClose the LCD screen.The (Movie) lamp flashes for a few seconds and the camcorder is turned off.TipsYou can turn off the cam

17GBGetting startedStep 3: Preparing the recording mediaThe recording media that can be used differs depending on your camcorder. The following icons

18GBInserting a memory cardNotesSet the recording medium to [Memory Card] to record movies and/or photos on a memory card (HDR-CX160E/CX180E).Types of

19GBGetting started Open the cover, and insert the memory card with the notched edge in the direction as illustrated until it clicks.Close the cove

2GBRead this firstBefore operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.WARNINGTo reduce fire or shock haz

20GBRecording/PlaybackRecordingIn the default setting, movies and photos are recorded on the following media. Movies are recorded with high definition

21GBRecording/PlaybackRecording movies Press MODE to turn on the (Movie) lamp.  Press START/STOP to start recording.To stop recording, press S

22GBNotesIf you close the LCD screen while recording movies, the camcorder stops recording.The maximum continuous recordable time of movies is about 1

23GBRecording/PlaybackShooting photosWhen disappears, the photo is recorded. Press MODE to turn on the (Photo) lamp. The LCD screen display swi

24GBSelecting the recording modeYou can change the quality of the image that you record by touching (MENU)  [Image Quality/Size]  [REC Mode].The t

25GBRecording/PlaybackPlayback.on.the.camcorderYou can enjoy the playback of images with powerful sound through the stereo speakers built into the cam

26GBChange to the movie/photo recording modeTime-line barHighlight Playback button*Change Event Scale button* Appears only when the image quality

27GBRecording/PlaybackOperating the camcorder while playing a movieYou can use the functions shown in the figure below while the camcorder is playing

28GBViewing photosYou can use the functions shown in the figure below while you are viewing photos. The figure below will be displayed when you select

29GBRecording/PlaybackPlaying images on a TVConnection methods and the image quality (high definition (HD) or standard definition (STD)) viewed on the

3GBFOR CUSTOMERS IN EUROPENotice for the customers in the countries applying EU DirectivesThe manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1

30GBConnecting to a non-high-definition 16:9 (wide) or 4:3 TVWhen movies are recorded with high definition image quality (HD), they are played back in

31GBRecording/PlaybackWhen connecting to your TV via a VCRConnect your camcorder to the LINE IN input on the VCR using the A/V connecting cable. Set t

32GBAdvanced operationsDeleting movies and photosYou can free media space by deleting movies and photos from recording media.NotesYou cannot restore i

33GBSaving movies and photos with a computerSaving movies and photos with a computerUseful functions available if you connect the camcorder to a compu

34GBPreparing a computerStep 1 Checking the computer systemWindowsOS*1Microsoft Windows XP SP3*2/Windows Vista SP2*3/Windows 7CPU*4Intel Core Duo 1.6

35GBSaving movies and photos with a computerthe version of “PMB” supplied with your camcorder.If the version of “PMB” on the computer is newer than th

36GBNotesTo create discs or use other functions on Windows XP, Image Mastering API v2.0 for Windows XP should be installed. If Image Mastering API v2.

37GBSaving movies and photos with a computerStarting PMB (Picture Motion Browser)1 Double-click the “PMB” short-cut icon on the computer screen.The

38GBStarting up “PMB Portable” (Macintosh) Turn on your camcorder, then connect the camcorder to the computer using the Built-in USB Cable.The [USB

39GBSaving movies and photos with a computerNotesWhen using “PMB Portable,” make sure to connect the camcorder to the network.Set [USB LUN Setting] to

4GBrecycling of this product or battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased

40GBSaving images with an external deviceSelecting a method for saving images with an external deviceYou can save high definition image quality (HD) m

41GBSaving images with an external deviceThe types of media on which images are savedRefer to “Selecting the recording mode” on page 24.The devices on

42GBSaving images on an external media deviceYou can save movies and photos on an external media device (USB storage devices), such as an external har

43GBSaving images with an external deviceYou cannot use the Built-in USB Cable for this type of connection.5 Connect the external media device and t

44GBSaving desired movies and photosYou can save desired images in the camcorder to the external media device. Connect the camcorder to the externa

45GBSaving images with an external deviceNotesIf your camcorder does not recognize the external media device, try the following operations.Reconnect t

46GB3 Insert an unused disc into the DVD writer, and close the disc tray.4 Press (DISC BURN) on the DVD writer.HDR-CX130E Movies that are stored

47GBSaving images with an external device Touch the movie you want to burn on the disc. appears. Touch and hold the desired thumbnail so that you c

48GB Insert a created disc into the DVD writer.The movies on the disc appear on the index screen on the camcorder. Press the play button on the

49GBSaving images with an external deviceThe [USB Select] screen appears on the camcorder screen.If the [USB Select] screen does not appear, touch (M

5GBSupplied itemsThe numbers in ( ) are the supplied quantity. AC Adaptor (1) Power cord (Mains lead) (1) Component A/V cable (1)  A/V connecting

50GB A/V connecting cable (supplied) A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO (sold separately)By using this cable, higher quality images can be produced t

51GBCustomizing your camcorderCustomizing your camcorderUsing menusYou can enjoy using your camcorder more by making good use of menu operations.The c

52GBMenu listsShooting ModeMovie ...Records movies.Photo ... Shoots pho

53GBCustomizing your camcorderImage Quality/SizeREC Mode ...Sets the mode to record movies. When recording fast moving subject,

54GBUSB Connect Setting ...Sets the connection mode when the camcorder is connected to a computer or a USB device.USB LUN Setting ... Sets th

55GBCustomizing your camcorderGetting detailed information from the “Handycam” HandbookThe “Handycam” Handbook is a user guide designed to be read on

56GBAdditional information TroubleshootingIf you run into any problems using your camcorder, follow the steps below. Check the list (p. 56 to 58), a

57GBAdditional informationThe recording stops.The temperature of your camcorder is extremely high/low. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a whil

58GBIncompatible memory card is inserted (p. 18). The memory card is write-protected.Access to the memory card was restricted on another device.The c

59GBAdditional informationNotesThe number in ( ) is the minimum recordable time.TipsYou can record movies of a maximum of 3,999 scenes with high defin

6GBBefore starting to record, test the recording function to make sure the image and sound are recorded without any problems.Compensation for the cont

60GBNotesThe recordable time may vary depending on the recording and subject conditions and [REC Mode] and [Frame Rate] (p. 53).The number in ( ) is t

61GBAdditional informationPrecautionsOn use and careDo not use or store the camcorder and accessories in the following locations:Anywhere extremely ho

62GBAbout care and storage of the lensWipe the surface of the lens clean with a soft cloth in the following instances:When there are fingerprints on t

63GBAdditional informationSpecificationsSystemSignal format: PAL color, CCIR standards HDTV 1080/50i, 1080/50p specificationMovie recording formatHD:

64GBHDR-CX160E:250 g (8.8 oz) main unit only300 g (10.6 oz) including the supplied rechargeable battery packHDR-CX180E:250 g (8.8 oz) main unit only30

65GBAdditional informationMultiMediaCard is a trademark of MultiMediaCard Association.All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks o

66GBQuick referenceScreen indicatorsLeftIndicator MeaningMENU buttonSelf-timer recordingWide Mode Fader[Face Detection] set to [Off][Smile Shutter] s

67GBQuick referenceParts and controlsFigures in ( ) are reference pages. Lens (G lens) Built-in microphone LCD screen/Touch panelIf you rotate the

68GB Power zoom lever PHOTO button (23) CHG (charge) lamp (10) Battery pack (10) START/STOP button (21) DC IN jack (10) A/V Remote Connector (2

69GBQuick referenceYou will find the menu lists on pages 52 to 54.IndexMedia Select ...17Media Settings ...

7GBIf you cannot record/play back images, perform [Format]If you repeat recording/deleting images for a long time, fragmentation of data occurs on the

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GBPrinted in Japan 2011 Sony CorporationAdditional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer

8GBTable of contentsRead this first . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

9Table of contentsGBSaving images with an external deviceSelecting a method for saving images with an external device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .