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HDR-CX250/ CX260V/ CX580V/ PJ260/ PJ260V/ PJ580/

PJ580V/ PJ600/ PJ600V/ XR260V

User Guide

Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about the camcorder.

Summary of Contents for Handycam CX260V

Page 1: ...ternal device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page HDR CX250 CX260V CX580V PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V XR260V User Guide Use this manual if you encounter any problems or have any questions about the camcorder Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 1 ...

Page 2: ...arted Recording Playback Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page Operation Search Operation Search Operation Search Search by operation Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 2 ...

Page 3: ...ustomizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page Before use Before use How to use this User Guide How to use this User Guide Models and illustrations used in this User Guide Parts and controls Screen indicators Parts and controls Screen indicators Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 3 ...

Page 4: ...ng the supplied items Supplied items Charging the battery pack Charging the battery using the AC Adaptor Charging the battery using your computer Charging the battery abroad Turning the power on and setting the date and time Turning the power on and setting the date and time Preparing the recording media Selecting a recording medium HDR CX260V CX580V PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V XR260V I...

Page 5: ...precautions Contents list Top page Recording Recording Recording Recording movies Shooting photos Useful functions for recording images Zooming Intelligent Auto Recording the selected subject clearly Face Priority Recording movies in dim places Video Light HDR CX580V PJ580 PJ580V Using the GPS function HDR CX260V CX580V PJ260V PJ580V PJ600V XR260V Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 5 ...

Page 6: ...to from a movie Highlight Playback Enjoying a digest of your movies Highlight Playback Saving Highlight Playback in high definition image quality HD Scenario Save Converting Highlight Playback scenes or Highlight Scenarios to standard definition image quality STD Highlight Movie Using the built in projector Using the built in projector HDR PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V Playing images on a...

Page 7: ... played back Saving images on an external media device Saving images on an external media device easily Saving the desired images in the camcorder to the external media device Playing back images in the external media device on the camcorder Devices that cannot be used as an external media device Creating a disc with the DVD writer DVDirect Express Creating a disc with DVDirect Express Performing ...

Page 8: ...ocus Exposure Focus Low Lux Scene Selection Cinematone HDR CX580V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V Fader Self Timer Tele Macro SteadyShot movie SteadyShot photo Digital Zoom Conversion Lens HDR CX580V PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V XR260V Auto Back Light Face Detection Smile Shutter Smile Sensitivity Flash HDR CX580V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V Flash Level HDR CX580V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V Red E...

Page 9: ... PJ600V XR260V Direct Copy Setup Media Select HDR CX260V CX580V PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V XR260V Media Info Format Repair Img DB F File Number Data Code Volume Download Music Empty Music TV Type HDMI Resolution CTRL FOR HDMI Control for HDMI USB Connect USB Connect Setting USB LUN Setting Disc Burn Beep LCD Brightness Your Location HDR CX260V CX580V PJ260V PJ580V PJ600V XR260V GPS Set...

Page 10: ...co Mode Demo Mode Date Time Setting Area Setting Auto Clock ADJ HDR CX260V CX580V PJ260V PJ580V PJ600V XR260V Auto Area ADJ HDR CX260V CX580V PJ260V PJ580V PJ600V XR260V Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 10 ...

Page 11: ...ave problems Troubleshooting Overall operations Wireless Remote Commander HDR PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V Batteries power sources LCD screen Memory card Recording Playback Playing back images stored on memory card on other devices Editing movies photos on your camcorder Playback on the TV Copying Connecting to other devices Connecting to a computer Self diagnosis display Warning indicat...

Page 12: ...V About the memory card About the InfoLITHIUM battery pack About x v Color About the AC Adaptor About handling of your camcorder On use and care On moisture condensation On adjustment of the touch panel On charging the pre installed rechargeable battery Notes on disposal transfer of the camcorder Recording time of movies number of recordable photos Charging time Expected time of recording and play...

Page 13: ...ontrols Screen indicators Parts and controls Screen indicators Back to top Getting started Checking the supplied items Supplied items Charging the battery pack Charging the battery using the AC Adaptor Charging the battery using your computer Charging the battery abroad Turning the power on and setting the date and time Turning the power on and setting the date and time Preparing the recording med...

Page 14: ...TV Connecting the camcorder to a non high definition TV Connecting the camcorder to a TV via a VCR Using BRAVIA Sync Back to top Saving images with an external device Using the PlayMemories Home software Starting the PlayMemories Home software Selecting a method for saving images Disc creation guide Types of media devices on which the images can be saved The devices on which the created disc can b...

Page 15: ...ion Lens HDR CX580V PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V XR260V Auto Back Light Face Detection Smile Shutter Smile Sensitivity Flash HDR CX580V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V Flash Level HDR CX580V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V Red Eye Reduction HDR CX580V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V Closer Voice Blt in Zoom Mic Auto Wind NR Audio Mode HDR CX580V PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V XR260V Micref Level M...

Page 16: ... Info Format Repair Img DB F File Number Data Code Volume Download Music Empty Music TV Type HDMI Resolution CTRL FOR HDMI Control for HDMI USB Connect USB Connect Setting USB LUN Setting Disc Burn Beep LCD Brightness Your Location HDR CX260V CX580V PJ260V PJ580V PJ600V XR260V GPS Setting HDR CX260V CX580V PJ260V PJ580V PJ600V XR260V REC Lamp HDR CX580V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V Remote Ctrl HDR PJ...

Page 17: ...er Self diagnosis display Warning indicators Self diagnosis display Warning Indicators Back to top Maintenance and precautions Maintenance and precautions About the AVCHD format About GPS HDR CX260V CX580V PJ260V PJ580V PJ600V XR260V About the memory card About the InfoLITHIUM battery pack About x v Color About the AC Adaptor About handling of your camcorder On use and care On moisture condensatio...

Page 19: ... rec Selecting the suitable setting automatically for the recording situation Intelligent Auto Recording people clearly Face Detection Recording the selected subject clearly Face Priority Smile Shutter Scene Selection Portrait Scene Selection Spotlight Scene Selection Night Portrait Closer Voice Recording images with the selected image quality REC Mode Frame Rate HD STD Setting Wide Mode Image Siz...

Page 20: ...ing battery power Eco Mode Playing movies and photos from an event Event View Playing movies and photos from a map Map View HDR CX260V CX580V PJ260V PJ580V PJ600V XR260V Enjoying a digest of your movies Enjoying a digest of your movies Highlight Playback Using the built in projector Using the built in projector HDR PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V Playing images on a TV Connecting the camcor...

Page 21: ...o display Searching a topic by keyword Returning to a previous page Printing out a page Marks and notations used in this User Guide This User Guide explains how to use each function of the camcorder how to change settings and how to troubleshoot a problem Selecting a topic to display The following illustrations take Internet Explorer 7 as an example 1 Click a title in the side bar on the left of t...

Page 22: ...the font size setting refer to the Help of your web browser Searching a topic by keyword Enter the keyword in the search window then click the Search button Returning to a previous page Use the back button of your web browser or the breadcrumb trail navigation A to return to a page you previously viewed 22 ...

Page 23: ...e Click the Print button to print out a page you are viewing Marks and notations used in this User Guide In this User Guide the sequence of operations is shown by arrows A Operate the camcorder in the order indicated 23 ...

Page 25: ...V Internal memory memory card 16 GB HDR CX580V Internal memory memory card 32 GB HDR PJ260 PJ260V Internal memory memory card 16 GB HDR PJ580 PJ580V Internal memory memory card 32 GB HDR PJ600 PJ600V Internal hard disk memory card 220 GB HDR XR260V Internal hard disk memory card 160 GB The model with is equipped with GPS Illustrations and on screen displays used in this User Guide The example imag...

Page 26: ...oubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page Before use Parts and controls Screen indicators Parts and controls Parts and controls To fasten the grip belt To attach the lens hood HDR CX580V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V Wireless Remote Commander HDR PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V HDR CX250 CX260V HDR CX580V PJ580 PJ580V HDR PJ260 PJ260V 26 ...

Page 27: ...PJ580 PJ580V Built in microphone Remote sensor Infrared port HDR PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V Camera recording lamp HDR CX580V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V The camera recording lamp lights up in red during recording The lamp flashes when the remaining recording media capacity or battery power is low HDR CX580V PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V XR260V 27 ...

Page 28: ...D panel with the LCD screen facing out This is convenient during playback operations Speakers HDR CX580V PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V XR260V Projector lens HDR PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V PROJECTOR FOCUS lever HDR PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V GPS antenna HDR CX260V CX580V PJ260V PJ580V PJ600V XR260V A GPS antenna is located in the LCD panel 28 ...

Page 29: ...s button POWER button LIGHT Video Light button HDR CX580V PJ580 PJ580V PROJECTOR button HDR PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V MODE button Movie Photo lamp RESET button Press RESET using a pointed object Press RESET to initialize all the settings including the clock setting headphones jack HDR CX580V PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V XR260V 29 ...

Page 30: ...T jack USB jack Speaker HDR CX250 CX260V HDR CX250 CX260V HDR CX580V PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V HDR PJ600 PJ600V XR260V Power zoom lever PHOTO button CHG charge lamp Battery pack START STOP button DC IN jack A V Remote Connector Grip belt 30 ...

Page 31: ...ecuring ring of the lens hood in the direction of the arrow When attaching the lens hood align the opening section of the lens hood with the flash emitting section of the camcorder properly A Securing ring To remove the lens hood turn the securing ring of the lens hood in the opposite direction from that of the arrow Remove the lens hood when you operate the camcorder with the supplied remote comm...

Page 32: ...ton will be recorded as a still image SCAN SLOW buttons Previous Next buttons PLAY button STOP button DISPLAY button Transmitter START STOP button Power zoom buttons PAUSE button VISUAL INDEX button Displays an Index screen during playback ENTER buttons When you press any of these buttons the light blue frame appears on the LCD screen Select a desired button or an item with then press ENTER to ent...

Page 33: ...rols Screen indicators Screen indicators Screen indicators Left Center Right Bottom The following indicators appear when you change the settings Check also for the indicators that appear during recording or playing Left Indicator Meaning MENU button Self timer recording GPS triangulating status Video light Wide Mode Fader Face Detection set to Off Smile Shutter set to Off Manual focus Scene Select...

Page 34: ...uality HD STD frame rate 60p 60i 24p and recording mode PS FX FH HQ LP 60min Remaining battery Recording playback editing media 0 00 00 Counter hour minute second 00min Estimated recording remaining time 8 9M 20 4M Photo size 9999 9999 9999 Approximate number of recordable photos and photo size Playback folder 100 112 Current playing movie or photo Number of total recorded movies or photos Connect...

Page 35: ...t Meter Fcs Spot Meter Exposure Intelligent Auto 101 0005 Data file name Protect Flash Red Eye Reduction Indicators and their positions are approximate and may differ from what you actually see Some indicators may not appear depending on your camcorder model Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 35 ...

Page 36: ...mbers in are the supplied quantity Camcorder 1 AC Adaptor 1 Power cord mains lead 1 HDMI cable 1 A V connecting cable 1 USB connection support cable 1 The USB connection support cable is designed for use with this camcorder only Use this cable when the Built in USB Cable of the camcorder is too short for connection Lens hood only for HDR CX580V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V 1 Wireless Remote Commander...

Page 38: ...utlet wall socket as a power source Notes on the battery pack Notes on the AC Adaptor 1 Turn off your camcorder by closing the LCD screen and attach the battery pack 2 Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord mains lead to your camcorder and the wall outlet wall socket A HDR PJ600 PJ600V XR260V B Align the mark on the DC plug with that of DC IN jack The CHG charge lamp turns on The CHG charge lam...

Page 39: ... battery pack is damaged The temperature of the battery pack is low Remove the battery pack from your camcorder and put it in a warm place The temperature of the battery pack is high Remove the battery pack from your camcorder and put it in a cool place When attaching a video light sold separately it is recommended that you use an NP FV70 or NP FV100 battery pack HDR CX580V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ60...

Page 40: ...ated topics Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack Remaining battery indicator Screen indicators Using your camcorder abroad Eco Mode Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 40 ...

Page 41: ...harged Disconnect Built in USB Cable from your computer To charge the battery from a wall outlet wall socket using the Built in USB Cable You can charge the battery by connecting the Built in USB Cable to a wall outlet wall socket using an AC UD10 USB charger AC Adaptor sold separately You cannot use a Sony CP AH2R CP AL or AC UP100 portable power supply device sold separately to charge the camcor...

Page 42: ...Close the LCD screen Slide the BATT battery release lever and remove the battery pack Related topics Charging the battery using the AC Adaptor Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 42 ...

Page 43: ...list Top page Getting started Charging the battery pack Charging the battery abroad Charging the battery 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 Notes Do not use an electronic voltage transformer Related topics Charging the battery using the AC Adaptor Back to top Copyright 2012 So...

Page 44: ...he power To adjust the angle of the LCD screen 1 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder and turn the power on You can also turn on the camcorder by pressing POWER 2 Select the desired language then select Next Touch the button on the LCD screen 3 Select the desired geographical area with then select Next 4 Set Daylight Savings or Summer Time select the date format and the date and time If you set D...

Page 45: ...ing media They are not displayed during recording However you can check them as Data Code during playback To display them select Setup Playback Settings Data Code Date Time Once the clock is set the clock time is automatically adjusted with Auto Clock ADJ and Auto Area ADJ set to On The clock may not be adjusted to the correct time automatically depending on the country region selected for your ca...

Page 46: ...80 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V XR260V The recording media that can be used are displayed on the screen of your camcorder as following icons Default recording medium Alternative recording medium HDR CX260V CX580V PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V Internal memory Memory card HDR PJ600 PJ600V XR260V Internal hard disk Memory card You can select a recording medium from the menu 1 Select Setup Media Settings Media Sel...

Page 47: ...ith the notched edge in the direction as illustrated Types of memory card you can use with your camcorder SD Speed Class Capacity operation verified Described in this manual Memory Stick PRO Duo media Mark2 32 GB Memory Stick PRO Duo media Memory Stick PRO HG Duo media SD memory card Class 4 or faster 64 GB SD card SDHC memory card SDXC memory card Operation with all memory cards is not assured No...

Page 48: ...y card will erase all the data stored on it and the data will be irrecoverable Save your important data on your PC etc If Failed to create a new Image Database File It may be possible that there is not enough free space is displayed format the memory card Confirm the direction of the memory card If you forcibly insert the memory card in the wrong direction the memory card memory card slot or image...

Page 49: ...580V PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V XR260V Internal recording media 1 Open the LCD screen and press MODE to turn on the Movie lamp 2 Press START STOP to start recording To stop recording press START STOP again You can record photos during movie recording by pressing PHOTO Dual Capture To display items on the LCD screen Items on the LCD screen disappear if you do not operate the camcorder f...

Page 50: ...o button Audio mode Audio Level Display 2 Approximate number of recordable photos Aspect ratio 16 9 or 4 3 and photo size L M S Estimated recording remaining time Recording image quality HD STD Frame rate 60p 60i 24p 3 and recording mode PS FX FH HQ LP View Images button My button you can assign your favorite functions to icons displayed in this area 1 HDR CX260V CX580V PJ260V PJ580V PJ600V XR260V...

Page 51: ...r 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 It is recommended you record images with Guide Frame set to On and using the outer frame of Guide Frame as a guide When the frame rate is set to 24p you c...

Page 52: ...inition image quality HD HDR CX250 Memory card HDR CX260V CX580V PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V XR260V Internal recording media 1 Open the LCD screen and press MODE to turn on the Photo lamp 2 Press PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus then press it fully When the focus is adjusted properly AE AF lock indicator appears on the LCD screen If white circular spots appear on photos HDR CX580V PJ58...

Page 53: ...Notes The flash does not work while the Movie lamp is lit HDR CX580V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V Related topics Screen indicators during recording Zooming Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 53 ...

Page 54: ...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 button on the LCD screen The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is a...

Page 55: ... The camcorder detects faces and adjusts the focus color and exposure Portrait Baby Scene detection The camcorder selects the most effective setting automatically depending on the scene Backlight Landscape Night Scene Spotlight Low light Macro Camera shake detection The camcorder detects whether camera shake occurs or not and makes the optimum compensation Walk Tripod Sound detection The camcorder...

Page 56: ...Tracking focus Your camcorder can track a face you select and adjust the focus exposure and skin tone of the face automatically 1 Touch one of the faces targeted A The double lined frame is displayed B You can release the selection Notes The subject you touched may not be detected depending on the surrounding brightness or hairstyle of the subject Make sure to set the Face Detection setting to oth...

Page 57: ...DR CX580V PJ580 PJ580V 1 Press LIGHT A Flash Video light Each time you press the LIGHT button the indicator changes as follows Off no indicator Auto On Notes Keep a distance of about 0 3 m to 1 5 m 1 foot to 5 feet between the camcorder and the subject The video light generates strong light Do not use the video light directly in front of the eyes at close range The battery drains quickly while usi...

Page 58: ...ot want to record location information To obtain a map of the current location triangulating priority mode To check the triangulating status On the satellite map and triangulating gauge How to check the GPS satellite icons triangulating gauge If data on your current location cannot be obtained Hints for better reception The following features are available if you use the GPS Global Positioning Sys...

Page 59: ...top To obtain a map of the current location triangulating priority mode This feature is useful for checking a map of your current location while traveling As the camcorder turns other functions off to search for satellites obtaining triangulating information can take priority 1 Select Setup General Settings Your Location A A marker that indicates your current location B Displays the triangulating ...

Page 60: ... map When the camcorder succeeds in triangulating your location the triangulating gauge turns to green How to check the GPS satellite icons triangulating gauge The color of the GPS satellite icons and the triangulating gauge change according to the current status of triangulation GPS satellite icons triangulating gauge Status black No signal but orbit information for the satellite is available gra...

Page 61: ...ist Data will be updated automatically Notes In the following situations the current location of the camcorder shown on the map may be different from the actual location The margin of error can be as wide as several hundred meters When the camcorder receives GPS signals that have been reflected off the surrounding buildings When the GPS signal is too weak The GPS Assist Data may not function in th...

Page 62: ...isplay on the Event View screen You can search for recorded images by date and time of recording Event view 1 Open the LCD screen and press the button on the camcorder to enter the playback mode You can enter the playback mode by selecting on the LCD screen Details 2 Select to move the desired event to the center and then select it The camcorder displays recorded images as an event automatically b...

Page 63: ... Change to the movie photo recording mode Last played image Recorded time number of photos Switch image type button Movie Photo Reduced size images which enable you to view many images at the same time on an index screen are called thumbnails Notes To prevent your image data from being lost save all your recorded images on external media periodically In the default setting a protected demonstratio...

Page 64: ...images by location of recording Map View HDR CX260V CX580V PJ260V PJ580V PJ600V XR260V 1 Open the LCD screen and press the button on the camcorder to enter the playback mode You can enter the playback mode by selecting on the LCD screen Details 2 Switch to the Map View by touching Map View 3 Select the recording location Touch the direction on the map in which you want the map to be scrolled Keep ...

Page 65: ...e supplied with your camcorder You cannot use the map data if you touch No However when you try to use the map data for the second time the same message will appear on the screen and you can use the map data by touching Yes Screen display on the Map View To the MENU screen To the movie recording display To the Event View screen To play back short movies To the Map View Previous next To the movie r...

Page 66: ...hile playing While playing a movie While viewing photos To play back images with other devices Items on the LCD screen disappear if you do not operate the camcorder for a few seconds To display the items again touch the LCD screen While playing a movie Volume Delete Context To stop Previous To fast reverse Next To fast forward To pause play While viewing photos Operating buttons while viewing phot...

Page 67: ...ring pause to play movies slowly To repeat Slideshow select Slideshow Set To play back images with other devices You may not be able to play back normally images recorded on your camcorder with other devices Also you may not be able to play back images recorded on other devices with your camcorder Standard definition image quality STD movies recorded on SD memory cards cannot be played on AV equip...

Page 68: ... precision Notes A slight difference may occur from the point where you select and the actual dividing point as your camcorder selects the dividing point based on about half second increments Some basic editing operations can be done on the camcorder If you want to do advanced editing operations use the built in PlayMemories Home software Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your ...

Page 69: ...ng of the selected movie B Adjusts the capturing point with more precision If the movie was recorded with one of the following image quality levels the image size will be set as shown below High definition image quality HD 2 1 M 16 9 Wide aspect ratio 16 9 with standard definition image quality STD 0 2 M 16 9 4 3 aspect ratio with standard definition image quality STD 0 3 M 4 3 On recording date a...

Page 70: ...lay the desired event at the center of the Event View and select Highlight A Volume adjustment B Context C To stop D Previous E To pause F Next 3 Select the desired operation when the highlight playback finishes A The camcorder plays the Highlight Playback scenes again B You can save the Highlight Playback scenes in standard definition image quality STD and share it upload it to the web etc C You ...

Page 71: ...sferred to the camcorder if you cannot play the music the music file may be damaged Delete the music file by selecting Setup Playback Settings Empty Music then transfer the music file again You can restore the music data recorded on your camcorder at the default using Music Transfer For operating instructions see Music Transfer help If the Highlight Playback function was started from the Map View ...

Page 72: ...Playback as a Scenario with high definition image quality HD Up to 8 scenarios can be saved and these scenarios can be played on the camcorder only 1 Select Replay on the screen after a Highlight Playback has finished 2 When the Highlight Playback starts again select Scenario Save To play back a saved scenario 1 Select Playback Function Scenario select the desired scenario and then select To erase...

Page 73: ...ht Scenarios to standard definition image quality STD and save them as a Highlight Movie Highlight movies can be used to create DVDs or be uploaded to the Web 1 Select Save and Share on the screen after Highlight Playback or Highlight Scenario playback has finished 2 Select the desired operation when the item has been saved A Selecting Share allows you to upload the Highlight movie to the Web usin...

Page 74: ...g projected Use the power zoom lever PHOTO button or wireless remote commander to operate the camcorder 1 Face the projector lens towards a surface such as a wall and then press PROJECTOR 2 When the operating guide screen appears select Project This screen appears the first time you use the built in projector 3 Adjust the focus of the projected image using the focus lever A PROJECTOR FOCUS lever T...

Page 75: ...urn off the projector press PROJECTOR Notes Be careful of the following operations or situations while using the projector Make sure not to project images towards the eyes Make sure not to touch the projector lens The LCD screen and the projector lens become hot while in use Using the projector shortens battery life The following operations are unavailable while you are using the projector Map ope...

Page 76: ...inition image quality HD on a high definition TV Use the HDMI cable to connect the camcorder to a TV which has an HDMI input jack If the TV does not have an HDMI input jack use the A V connecting cable Details A HDR CX250 CX260V B HDR CX580V PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V XR260V Supplied 1 Switch the input on the TV to the connected jack 2 Connect the HDMI cable to the HDMI OUT jack on the...

Page 77: ...ges are not output from the HDMI OUT jack of your camcorder Some TVs may not function correctly e g no sound or image with this connection Do not connect the camcorder HDMI OUT jack to an external device HDMI OUT jack as malfunction may result 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 N...

Page 78: ...nput on the TV to the connected jack 2 Connect the A V connecting cable supplied to the A V Remote Connector on the camcorder and to the AUDIO and VIDEO input jacks on the TV 3 Play a movie or a photo on the camcorder To set the aspect ratio according to the connected TV 16 9 4 3 Set TV Type to 16 9 or 4 3 according to your TV When your TV is monaural When your TV has only one audio input jack Con...

Page 80: ...hooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page Playback Playing images on a TV Connecting the camcorder to a TV via a VCR Connecting the camcorder to a 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 Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 80 ...

Page 81: ...y pressing the SYNC MENU button of the remote commander of your TV You can display the camcorder screens such as Event View play selected movies or display selected photos by pressing up down left right enter buttons of the remote commander of your TV Notes There may be some operations you cannot do with the remote commander HDR PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V Set CTRL FOR HDMI to On Also s...

Page 82: ...ories Home software Starting the PlayMemories Home software Starting the PlayMemories Home software 1 Double click the PlayMemories Home icon on the computer screen The PlayMemories Home software starts up 2 Double click the PlayMemories Home Help Guide short cut icon on the computer screen to see how to use PlayMemories Home If the icon is not displayed on the computer screen click Start All Prog...

Page 83: ...rect Express DVD writer Saving images on a DVD disc with high definition image quality HD Details Built in USB cable of the DVDirect Express DVD writer other than DVDirect Express Saving images on a DVD disc with high definition image quality HD or with standard definition image quality STD Details Built in USB Cable Hard disk recorder etc Saving images on a DVD disc with standard definition image...

Page 84: ...J260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V XR260V There may be some types of discs or media devices on which movies cannot be saved depending on the REC Mode setting selected when you record the movie Movies recorded with REC Mode set to 60p Quality or Highest Quality can be saved on external media devices Related topics Dubbing on a computer Starting the PlayMemories Home software Back to top Copyright 2012...

Page 85: ... the images can be saved Types of media devices on which the images can be saved Types of media that images can be saved on will depend on the recording mode selected Types of media Recording mode PS FX FH HQ LP Internal recording media on this camcorder Memory card inserted in this camcorder External media USB storage devices Blu ray discs AVCHD recording discs 60p Quality can be set only when th...

Page 86: ... devices such as a Sony Blu ray disc player or a PlayStation 3 DVD disc with standard definition image quality STD Ordinary DVD playback devices such as a DVD player Notes The AVCHD recording disc can be played back only on AVCHD format compatible devices Discs with high definition image quality HD images recorded should not be used in DVD players recorders Because DVD players recorders are not co...

Page 87: ...ware Notes For this operation you need the USB Adaptor Cable VMC UAM1 sold separately Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord mains lead to the DC IN jack of your camcorder and the wall outlet wall socket Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the external media device 1 Connect your camcorder and the external media device using the USB Adaptor Cable sold separately A USB Adaptor Cable VM...

Page 88: ... been saved on the external media device before you format it using the camcorder Operation is not assured with every device satisfying requirements for operating For details on available external media devices go to the Sony support website in your country region The number of scenes you can save on the external media device are as follows However even if the external media device has free space ...

Page 89: ...tor and the power cord mains lead to the DC IN jack of your camcorder and the wall outlet wall socket Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the external media device 1 Connect your camcorder and the external media device using the USB Adaptor Cable sold separately A USB Adaptor Cable VMC UAM1 sold separately Make sure not to disconnect the USB cable while Preparing image database file Plea...

Page 90: ...ely Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord mains lead to the DC IN jack of your camcorder and the wall outlet wall socket Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the external media device 1 Connect your camcorder and the external media device using the USB Adaptor Cable sold separately A USB Adaptor Cable VMC UAM1 sold separately 2 Select Play without copying and select the image you want...

Page 91: ...ternal device Saving images on an external media device Devices that cannot be used as an external media device Devices that cannot be used as an external media device You cannot use the following devices as an external media device media devices with a capacity exceeding 2 TB ordinary disc drive such as CD or DVD drive media devices connected via a USB hub media devices with built in USB hub card...

Page 92: ...r with the USB cable of the DVDirect Express 2 Insert an unused disc into the DVDirect Express and close the disc tray 3 Press DISC BURN on the DVDirect Express Movies that have not yet been saved on any disc can be saved on the disc at this time After the operation is completed select Notes High definition HD and standard definition STD image quality movies will be saved on individual discs If th...

Page 93: ...y STD disc using the DVDirect Express sold separately 1 Connect the DVDirect Express to the USB jack of your camcorder with the USB cable of the DVDirect Express 2 Insert an unused disc into the DVDirect Express and close the disc tray 3 Select DISC BURN OPTION 4 Select the recording media containing the movie s you want to save HDR CX260V CX580V PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V XR260V 5 Sel...

Page 94: ...s Playing back a disc on the DVDirect Express Playing back a disc on the DVDirect Express You can watch movies or photos stored on a disc in the DVDirect Express sold separately with the TV 1 When you play back movies on the TV screen connect the DVDirect Express to the USB jack of your camcorder and connect your camcorder to the TV 2 Insert a created disc into the DVDirect Express 3 Press the pla...

Page 95: ...r Use the Built in USB Cable to connect your camcorder to a Sony DVD writer other than DVDirect Express sold separately etc which is compatible with high definition image quality HD movies 1 Connect a DVD writer to your camcorder with the Built in USB Cable 2 Select USB Connect on the camcorder screen If the USB Select screen does not appear select Setup Connection USB Connect 3 Record movies on t...

Page 96: ... to the recording device with the A V connecting cable A HDR CX250 CX260V CX580V PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V B HDR PJ600 PJ600V XR260V C A V Remote Connector D A V connecting cable Signal flow Connect your camcorder to the input jacks of the recording device 3 Start playback on your camcorder and record it on the recording device 4 When dubbing is finished stop the recording device and then your cam...

Page 97: ...der has various menu items under each of 6 menu categories Shooting Mode Items for selecting a shooting mode Camera Mic Items for customized shooting Image Quality Size Items for setting up image quality or size Playback Function Items for playback Edit Copy Items for editing images such as copy or protect Setup Other setup items 1 Select 2 Select a category 3 Select your desired menu item Notes S...

Page 98: ...y icons When you cannot select a menu item Grayed out menu items or settings are not available Your camcorder displays the reason why you cannot select the menu item or the instruction of under which condition you can set the menu item Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 98 ...

Page 99: ...ck Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page Customizing your camcorder Shooting Mode Movie Movie You can select the movie recording mode 1 Shooting Mode Movie Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 99 ...

Page 100: ...ck Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page Customizing your camcorder Shooting Mode Photo Photo You can select the photo shooting mode 1 Shooting Mode Photo Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 100 ...

Page 101: ...s as an approximately 12 second long slow motion movie 1 Shooting Mode Smth Slw REC 2 Press the START STOP button Recording disappears when recording is finished To change the timing at which the camcorder starts recording Select to make the setting 3sec After default setting The camcorder records a movie of approximately 3 seconds after the START STOP button is pressed 3sec Before The camcorder r...

Page 102: ...n the Golf Shot screen frame the subject in the white frame in the center of the screen then press START STOP right after the subject has taken a swing Timing that the camcorder starts recording If the moment when the largest sound in one second after the START STOP button is pressed has been detected the camcorder assumes the moment as the sound of a club hitting the ball When the sound of a club...

Page 103: ...before the impact point to 0 5 second after the impact point The size of photos becomes 1 920 1 080 You cannot record sound Image quality is not as good as that of normal recording REC Mode will be set to Standard automatically Impact sound may be detected by the internal microphone even when an external microphone is attached The image recorded may be noisy when your camcorder has failed to analy...

Page 104: ... color balance adjustment 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 lamp...

Page 105: ...adjust the color in One Push under white or cool white fluorescent lamps While you are recording a movie One Push cannot be set If you set White Balance Scene Selection is set to Auto Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 105 ...

Page 106: ...ur camcorder Camera Mic Spot Meter Fcs Spot meter focus Spot Meter Fcs Spot meter focus Brightness and focus can be adjusted for the selected subject automatically 1 Camera Mic Manual Settings Spot Meter Fcs 2 Touch the subject of which you want to adjust the brightness and focus To adjust the brightness and focus automatically touch Auto Notes Exposure and Focus are automatically set to Manual Ba...

Page 107: ...meter Spot Meter Flexible spot meter Exposure can be adjusted and set for the selected subject automatically This function is useful when there is strong contrast between the subject and the background such as subjects in the spotlight on stage 1 Camera Mic Manual Settings Spot Meter 2 Touch the subject of which you want to adjust the exposure To return the setting to automatic exposure touch Auto...

Page 108: ...nd precautions Contents list Top page Customizing your camcorder Camera Mic Spot Focus Spot Focus Focus can be adjusted automatically for the subject selected 1 Camera Mic Manual Settings Spot Focus 2 Touch the subject of which you want to adjust the focus To adjust the focus automatically touch Auto Notes Focus is automatically set to Manual Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 108 ...

Page 109: ...zing your camcorder Camera Mic Exposure Exposure You can fix the brightness of a picture manually Adjust the brightness when the subject is too bright or too dark 1 Camera Mic Manual Settings Exposure 2 Select the desired item Auto The exposure is adjusted automatically Manual Select if the subject is white or the backlight is bright or select if the subject is black or the light is dim Back to to...

Page 110: ... cannot be adjusted any closer and appears when the focus cannot be adjusted farther away To adjust the focus 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 On focal d...

Page 111: ...pears 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 31 1 2 in for telephoto Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 111 ...

Page 112: ...rder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page Customizing your camcorder Camera Mic Low Lux Low Lux You can record bright color images even in dim light 1 Camera Mic Manual Settings Low Lux 2 Select the desired item Off The Low Lux function is not used On The Low Lux function is used Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 112 ...

Page 113: ...ns 1 Camera Mic Camera Settings Scene Selection 2 Select the desired item Auto Adjusts image quality automatically Night Scene 1 Maintains the darkening atmosphere of the distant surroundings in night scenes Night Portrait 2 Enables to take photos of people and background using a flash Sunrise Sunset 1 Reproduces the atmosphere of scenes such as sunsets or sunrises Fireworks 1 Takes spectacular sh...

Page 114: ...of the ocean or a lake Snow 3 Takes bright pictures of a white landscape 1 Adjusted to focus on subjects farther away only 2 HDR CX580V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V only 3 Adjusted not to focus on subjects a short distance away Notes Even if you set Night Portrait the setting changes to Auto when the Movie lamp is lit HDR CX580V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V If you set Scene Selection the White Balance s...

Page 115: ...J580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V Cinematone HDR CX580V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V The camcorder automatically adjusts the image quality of the movie to resemble the atmosphere of film camera images when recording a movie 1 Camera Mic Camera Settings Cinematone 2 Select the desired item Off Does not use the Cinematone function On Uses the Cinematone function Notes When you switch the Cinematone function on ...

Page 116: ...r Fader You can record a transition with the following effects adding to the interval between scenes Select the desired effect in STBY to fading in or REC to fading out mode 1 Camera Mic Camera Settings Fader 2 Select the desired item Off Does not use an effect White Fader Fades in out with the white effect Out In Black Fader Fades in out with the black effect Out In Notes When you press START STO...

Page 117: ...amcorder Camera Mic Self Timer Self Timer Press PHOTO to start the count down A photo is recorded after about 10 seconds You can also operate by pressing PHOTO on the Wireless Remote Commander HDR PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V 1 Camera Mic Camera Settings Self Timer 2 Select the desired item Off Cancels the self timer On Starts the self timer recording To cancel the recording select Reset...

Page 118: ...mera Settings Tele Macro 2 Select the desired item Off Cancels Tele Macro Tele Macro is also canceled when you move the zoom lever to the W side On The zoom moves to the top of the T telephoto side automatically and allows recording subjects at close range down to the following distances HDR CX250 CX260V PJ260 PJ260V XR260V About 44 cm 17 3 8 in HDR CX580V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V About 25 cm 9 7...

Page 119: ...ral 1 Camera Mic Camera Settings SteadyShot 2 Select the desired item Active Provides a more powerful SteadyShot effect Standard Provides a SteadyShot effect performing wide angle recording under relatively stable recording conditions Off The SteadyShot function is not used Notes If you change the setting the imaging field will also change accordingly You can zoom images up to the following levels...

Page 120: ...Contents list Top page Customizing your camcorder Camera Mic SteadyShot photo SteadyShot photo You can compensate for camera shake Set SteadyShot to Off when using a tripod sold separately then the image becomes natural 1 Camera Mic Camera Settings SteadyShot 2 Select the desired item On The SteadyShot function is used Off The SteadyShot function is not used Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corpora...

Page 121: ... the desired item Off HDR CX250 CX260V PJ260 PJ260V XR260V Up to 55 zoom is performed HDR CX580V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V Up to 20 zoom is performed 350 HDR CX250 CX260V PJ260 PJ260V XR260V Up to 350 zoom is performed digitally 160 HDR CX580V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V Up to 160 zoom is performed digitally A The zooming zone appears when you select 350 or 160 Notes You can magnify images up to the...

Page 122: ...600V XR260V Conversion Lens HDR CX580V PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V XR260V When using a conversion lens sold separately use this function to record using the optimum compensation for camera shake and focus for the lens 1 Camera Mic Camera Settings Conversion Lens 2 Select the desired item Off Select this when you do not use a conversion lens Wide Conversion Select this when you use a wid...

Page 123: ...ons Contents list Top page Customizing your camcorder Camera Mic Auto Back Light Auto Back Light Your camcorder adjusts the exposure for backlit subjects automatically 1 Camera Mic Camera Settings Auto Back Light 2 Select the desired item On The exposure for backlit subjects is adjusted automatically Off Does not adjust the exposure for backlit subjects Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation ...

Page 124: ...ected subject 1 Camera Mic Face Face Detection 2 Select the desired item Auto Detects faces without distinction between adults and children Child Priority Gives faces of children priority Adult Priority Gives faces of adults priority Off Does not detect faces Recording conditions for better face detection performance Shoot in a sufficiently bright place The subject is not wearing glasses a hat or ...

Page 125: ...d item 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 When the frame rate and the recording mode are set to 60i Highest Quality or 60p 60p Qualit...

Page 127: ...ecautions Contents list Top page Customizing your camcorder Camera Mic Smile Sensitivity Smile Sensitivity Sets the smile detection sensitivity for using the Smile Shutter function 1 Camera Mic Face Smile Sensitivity 2 Select the desired item Slight Smile Detects even a slight smile Normal Smile Detects a normal smile Big Smile Detects a big smile Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 127 ...

Page 128: ... 1 Camera Mic Flash Flash 2 Select the desired item Auto Automatically flashes when there is insufficient ambient light On Always uses the flash regardless of the surrounding brightness Off Records without flash Notes The recommended distance to the subject when using the built in flash is approximately 0 3 m to 2 m 1 foot to 6 feet 6 3 4 in Remove any dust from the surface of the flash before usi...

Page 129: ...HDR CX580V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V Flash Level HDR CX580V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V You can select the brightness of the flash light 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 1 Camera Mic Flash Flash Level 2 Select the desired item High Makes the flash level higher Normal Normal flash leve...

Page 130: ... by activating the pre flash before the flash flashes 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 1 Camera Mic Flash Red Eye Reduction 2 Select the desired item Off Does not use Red Eye Reduction to prevent redeye On Uses Red Eye Reduction to prevent redeye Notes The redeye reduction may not p...

Page 131: ...f a person and records the voice clearly 1 Camera Mic Microphone Closer Voice 2 Select the desired item On Detects faces and records the voices clearly Off Does not detect faces and record voices clearly Notes The Closer Voice function does not activate while an external microphone is connected to the camcorder When you want to record the sound clearly without any interference for example when you...

Page 132: ...Contents list Top page Customizing your camcorder Camera Mic Blt in Zoom Mic Blt in Zoom Mic You can record a movie with vivid sound appropriate to the zoom position 1 Camera Mic Microphone Blt in Zoom Mic 2 Select the desired item Off The microphone does not record sound following zooming in or out On The microphone records sound following zooming in or out Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corpora...

Page 133: ...camcorder records a movie with less wind noise input from the built in microphone This function automatically cuts the low range wind noise according to the noise level 1 Camera Mic Microphone Auto Wind NR 2 Select the desired item On Reduces the wind noise Off Does not reduce the wind noise Notes When you set Auto Wind NR to Off Intelligent Auto is set to Off Auto Wind NR will not function while ...

Page 134: ... Top page Customizing your camcorder Camera Mic Audio Mode HDR CX580V PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V XR260V Audio Mode HDR CX580V PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V XR260V You can change the recording sound format 1 Camera Mic Microphone Audio Mode 2 Select the desired item 5 1ch Surround Records sound in 5 1ch surround 2ch Stereo Records sound in 2ch stereo Back to top Copyright 2012 ...

Page 135: ...one reference level Micref Level Microphone reference level You can select the microphone level for recording sound 1 Camera Mic Microphone Micref Level 2 Select the desired item 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...

Page 136: ...s Contents list Top page Customizing your camcorder Camera Mic My Button My Button You can assign functions that you frequently use when recording to one of the My Buttons 1 Camera Mic Shooting Assist My Button 2 Select the menu item that you want to assign to a My Button using 3 Select one of the My Buttons to which the menu item will be assigned 4 Select Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporati...

Page 137: ... You can display the frame and check that the subject is horizontal or vertical Positioning the subject at the cross point of the guide frame makes a balanced composition The frame is not recorded 1 Camera Mic Shooting Assist Guide Frame 2 Select the desired item Off Does not display the guide frame On Displays the guide frame Notes The outer frame of Guide Frame shows the display area of a TV whi...

Page 138: ...Setting You can set the duration of displaying the icons or indicators on the LCD screen while recording 1 Camera Mic Shooting Assist Display Setting 2 Select the desired item Auto Displays for about 3 seconds The rec zoom buttons on the LCD screen is displayed On Always displays The rec zoom buttons on the LCD screen is not displayed Notes You cannot change the setting of the icons or indicators ...

Page 139: ...1 Camera Mic Shooting Assist Zebra 2 Select the desired item Off Does not display the zebra pattern 70 Displays the zebra pattern over the part of an image that exceeds the brightness level of about 70 IRE 100 Displays the zebra pattern over the part of an image that exceeds the brightness level of about 100 IRE IRE Institute of Radio Engineers is a measure of the video signal level that is used a...

Page 140: ...V PJ600 PJ600V You can display an image on the screen with its outlines enhanced with colors This function helps you to adjust the focus The enhanced outlines will not be recorded on the image 1 Camera Mic Shooting Assist Peaking 2 Select the desired item Off Does not display the enhanced outlines White Displays the enhanced outlines in white Red Displays the enhanced outlines in red Yellow Displa...

Page 141: ...ons Contents list Top page Customizing your camcorder Camera Mic Light Bright HDR CX580V PJ580 PJ580V Light Bright HDR CX580V PJ580 PJ580V You can set the brightness of the video light 1 Camera Mic Shooting Assist Light Bright 2 Select the desired item Standard Standard brightness Bright Select this mode when you find the video light is not bright enough Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...

Page 142: ...el Display HDR CX580V PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V XR260V Audio Level Display HDR CX580V PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V XR260V You can select whether or not to display the audio level meter Shape of the audio level meter differs depending on the Audio Mode setting 1 Camera Mic Shooting Assist Audio Level Display 2 Select the desired item On Displays audio level meter Off Does not...

Page 143: ... a movie recorded with the selected recording mode cannot be copied on that medium On image quality The image quality and the bit rate for each recording mode can be set as follows M such as in 24M means Mbps For high definition image quality HD 60p Quality 1920 1080 60p quality AVC HD 28M PS 1 Highest Quality 1920 1080 60i or 1920 1080 24p 2 quality AVC HD 24M FX High Quality 1920 1080 60i or 192...

Page 144: ...ypes of media devices on which the images can be saved Frame Rate Recording standard definition image quality STD movie HD STD Setting Disc creation guide Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 144 ...

Page 145: ...ovies with a volume of data twice that of 60i with this setting and this will allow you to enjoy clear images When you play a movie recorded with this setting on a TV the TV must be compatible with 60p movie playback and you have to set HDMI Resolution to 1080p 480p If the TV is not compatible with 60p movie playback the movie will be output as a 60i movie 24p You can record movies which provide a...

Page 146: ...STD Setting HD STD Setting You can select the image quality of movies 1 Image Quality Size Setting 2 Select the desired item HD Quality Records movies in High definition image quality HD STD Quality Records movies in standard definition image quality STD This setting is highly compatible with other playback devices Notes When you play or edit movies only movies with the selected image quality will...

Page 147: ...ode When recording standard definition image quality STD movies you can select the horizontal to vertical ratio 1 Image Quality Size Wide Mode 2 Select the desired item 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 For details on the holizontal vertical ratio of the TV that will be connected refer to the instruct...

Page 148: ...Various colors such as the brilliant color of flowers and turquoise blue of the sea can be more faithfully reproduced Refer to the instruction manuals of the TV 1 Image Quality Size x v Color 2 Select the desired item Off Records in ordinary color range On Select this setting if the recorded movies will be played back on an x v Color compliant TV Notes If the movie recorded with this function On i...

Page 149: ...s list Top page Customizing your camcorder Image Quality Size Image Size Image Size You can select a size for the photos you are going to shot 1 Image Quality Size Image Size 2 Select the desired item Notes The image size selected with this setting takes effect for photos taken by the Dual Capture function Details Related topics Expected number of recordable photos Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony ...

Page 150: ...omizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page Customizing your camcorder Playback Function Event View Event View You can display the Event View screen 1 Playback Function Event View Related topics Playing movies and photos from the Event View screen Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 150 ...

Page 151: ...ting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page Customizing your camcorder Playback Function Map View HDR CX260V CX580V PJ260V PJ580V PJ600V XR260V Map View HDR CX260V CX580V PJ260V PJ580V PJ600V XR260V You can display the Map View screen 1 Playback Function Map View Related topics Playing movies and photos from a map Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 151 ...

Page 152: ...ons Contents list Top page Customizing your camcorder Playback Function Highlight Movie Highlight Movie You can view the Highlight Movie you have saved 1 Playback Function Highlight Movie 2 Select the desired Highlight Movie Related topics Converting Highlight Playback scenes or Highlight Scenarios to standard definition image quality STD Highlight Movie Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...

Page 153: ...hooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page Customizing your camcorder Playback Function Scenario Scenario You can view Highlight Scenario that you have saved 1 Playback Function Scenario 2 Select the desired scenario Related topics Saving Highlight Playback in high definition image quality HD Scenario Save Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 153 ...

Page 154: ...add check marks to the desired images and then select All In Event You can delete all images in the selected date at one time Select the date you want to delete using and then select To delete a part of a movie You can divide a movie and delete it Notes You cannot restore images once they are deleted Save important movies and photos in advance Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from ...

Page 156: ...d setting Multiple Images or Set All In Event Multiple Images Select the type of image you want to protect add check marks to the desired images and then select You can select multiple images Select the image with so that the mark disappears and you can remove the protection Set All In Event You can protect all images in the selected date at one time Select the date you want to protect using and t...

Page 158: ...leted Select the source and the destination for the images to be copied after you select Copy 1 Press View Images 2 Edit Copy Copy 3 Select the desired setting Multiple Images or All In Event Multiple Images Select the type of image you want to copy add check marks to the desired images and then select You can select multiple images All In Event You can copy all images in the selected date at one ...

Page 159: ...d topics Checking the image copied Media Select HDR CX260V CX580V PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V XR260V Saving images on an external media device easily Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 159 ...

Page 160: ...rect Copy Direct Copy You can save images on an external media device USB storage device manually while the device is connected to your camcorder You can perform this operation while the camcorder is displaying the event view of the external device connected 1 Press View Images 2 Edit Copy Direct Copy 3 Follow the instructions that appear on the LCD screen Related topics Saving images on an extern...

Page 161: ...ns Contents list Top page Customizing your camcorder Setup Media Select HDR CX260V CX580V PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V XR260V Media Select HDR CX260V CX580V PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V XR260V You can select the recording medium on which the images will be saved 1 Setup Media Settings Media Select 2 Select the desired recording medium Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...

Page 162: ...fo You can check the remaining recordable time for movies and the approximate free and used media space of the recording media 1 Setup Media Settings Media Info 2 Select the recording medium that you want to view the information Note Since there is a management file area the used space is not displayed as 0 even if you perform Format Details Related topics Media Select HDR CX260V CX580V PJ260 PJ26...

Page 163: ...tos will also be deleted Make sure not to do the following while Executing is displayed Open Close the LCD screen Operate buttons on the camcorder Eject the memory card from your camcorder Disconnect the AC Adaptor To prevent data on the internal recording media from being recovered HDR CX260V CX580V PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V XR260V When you dispose of or transfer the camcorder it is ...

Page 164: ...If you stop performing Empty while Executing appears be sure to complete the operation by performing Format or Empty when you use the camcorder next time Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 164 ...

Page 165: ...bleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page Customizing your camcorder Setup Repair Img DB F Repair Img DB F The camcorder may be able to repair the damaged database file using this menu item 1 Setup Media Settings Repair Img DB F 2 Select the recording medium that you want to repair and then select Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 165 ...

Page 166: ...er of photos 1 Setup Media Settings File Number 2 Select the desired item Series Assigns file numbers of photos in sequence The file number becomes larger each time you record a photo Even if the memory card is 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 recording medium When the memory c...

Page 167: ...tup Data Code Data Code During playback your camcorder displays the information recorded automatically at the time of recording You can check the following information 1 Setup Playback Settings Data Code 2 Select the desired item Off Data code is not displayed Date Time Displays the date and time Camera Data Displays camera setting data Coordinates Displays coordinates HDR CX260V CX580V PJ260V PJ5...

Page 168: ...DR CX580V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V Coordinates HDR CX260V CX580V PJ260V PJ580V PJ600V XR260V Latitude Longitude Notes The data code is displayed on the TV screen if you connect your camcorder to a TV Depending on the recording media condition may appear Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 168 ...

Page 169: ...ith an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page Customizing your camcorder Setup Volume Volume You can adjust the volume of playback sound 1 Setup Playback Settings Volume 2 Adjust the volume using Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 169 ...

Page 170: ...ist Top page Customizing your camcorder Setup Download Music Download Music You can transfer music files from audio CDs or MP3 files to your camcorder by connecting the camcorder to a computer To transfer music files use Music Transfer 1 Setup Playback Settings Download Music 2 Follow the instructions that appear on the display For details refer to Music Transfer Help Back to top Copyright 2012 So...

Page 171: ... and precautions Contents list Top page Customizing your camcorder Setup Empty Music Empty Music You can delete all music files stored on the camcorder 1 Setup Playback Settings Empty Music 2 Select OK or Cancel Notes If you delete music files using Empty Music the music data recorded on your camcorder at the factory will be deleted as well Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 171 ...

Page 172: ...s and photos The recorded movies and photos are played back as following illustrations 1 Setup Connection TV Type 2 Select the desired item 16 9 Select this to view your movies on a 16 9 wide TV Movies and photos recorded in 16 9 wide mode Movies and photos recorded in 4 3 mode 4 3 Select this to view your movies and photos on a 4 3 standard TV Movies and photos recorded in 16 9 wide mode Movies a...

Page 173: ...l and standard image quality STD movies with a 480p signal Select this setting when you watch movies that have been recorded with Frame Rate set to 60p on the 60p compliant TV 1080i 480i Outputs high definition image quality HD movies with a 1080i signal and standard image quality STD movies with a 480i signal 720p 480p Outputs high definition image quality HD movies with a 720p signal and standar...

Page 174: ... FOR HDMI Control for HDMI CTRL FOR HDMI Control for HDMI When connecting your camcorder to a BRAVIA Sync compatible TV with a HDMI cable you can play back movies on your camcorder by aiming the TV s Remote Commander at the TV Details 1 Setup Connection CTRL FOR HDMI 2 Select the desired item On Operates your camcorder using the TV s Remote Commander Off Does not operate your camcorder using the T...

Page 175: ...amcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page Customizing your camcorder Setup USB Connect USB Connect Select this item when USB Select does not appear on the LCD screen even when you connect the camcorder to an external device with the USB Cable 1 Setup Connection USB Connect Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 175 ...

Page 176: ...f USB devices Notes When you connect the camcorder to other devices using the MTP mode movies that have been recorded with the same image quality as the one currently selected selected with the Setting menu can only be displayed on the connected device When the camcorder is connected to an external device in the MTP mode movie files will be displayed with the recorded date however some information...

Page 177: ... USB LUN Setting USB LUN Setting Improves compatibility with external devices by limiting the functions of the USB connection 1 Setup Connection USB LUN Setting 2 Select the desired item Multi Use this setting for ordinary operations Single Try this setting only if you cannot connect to an external device Notes When you install the built in PlayMemories Home software on your computer set USB LUN S...

Page 178: ...images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page Customizing your camcorder Setup Disc Burn Disc Burn 1 Setup Connection Disc Burn 2 Follow the instructions that appear on the screen Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 178 ...

Page 179: ...rder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page Customizing your camcorder Setup Beep Beep You can turn on or off the operation sound 1 Setup General Settings Beep 2 Select the desired item On A melody sounds when you start stop recording or operate your camcorder Off Cancels the melody Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 179 ...

Page 180: ...ontents list Top page Customizing your camcorder Setup LCD Brightness LCD Brightness You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen 1 Setup General Settings LCD Brightness 2 Select the desired item Normal Normal setting normal brightness Bright Select this when the LCD screen is not bright enough This adjustment does not affect the recorded images in any way Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corpor...

Page 181: ...st Top page Customizing your camcorder Setup Your Location HDR CX260V CX580V PJ260V PJ580V PJ600V XR260V Your Location HDR CX260V CX580V PJ260V PJ580V PJ600V XR260V You can display your current location 1 Setup General Settings Your Location Your current location appears on the Map View Related topics Using the GPS function HDR CX260V CX580V PJ260V PJ580V PJ600V XR260V Back to top Copyright 2012 S...

Page 182: ...260V PJ580V PJ600V XR260V GPS Setting HDR CX260V CX580V PJ260V PJ580V PJ600V XR260V You can select whether the camcorder receives or does not receive GPS signals 1 Setup General Settings GPS Setting 2 Select the desired item On Receives GPS signals The location information will not be recorded until triangulating is finished successfully Off Does not receive GPS signals The location information th...

Page 183: ...ist Top page Customizing your camcorder Setup REC Lamp HDR CX580V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V REC Lamp HDR CX580V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V You can make the camera recording lamp on the front of your camcorder not to turn on 1 Setup General Settings REC Lamp 2 Select the desired item On The camera recording lamp lights up Off The camera recording lamp does not light up Back to top Copyright 2012 Son...

Page 184: ...rder Setup Remote Ctrl HDR PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V Remote Ctrl HDR PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V 1 Setup General Settings Remote Ctrl 2 Select the desired item On Select this when you use the supplied Wireless Remote Commander Off Select this when you do not use supplied Wireless Remote Commander Related topics Wireless Remote Commander HDR PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 P...

Page 185: ... Power On By LCD Power On By LCD You can set the power of the camcorder to turn on or off by opening or closing the LCD screen 1 Setup General Settings Power On By LCD 2 Select the desired item On Turns the power on or off by opening or closing the LCD screen Off Does not turn the power on or off by opening or closing the LCD screen If you want to close the LCD screen while recording a movie selec...

Page 186: ...nd precautions Contents list Top page Customizing your camcorder Setup Language Setting Language Setting You can select the language to be used on the LCD screen The camcorder offers ENG SIMP simplified English for when you cannot find your native tongue among the options 1 Setup General Settings Language Setting 2 Select the desired language Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 186 ...

Page 187: ...ecommended that you connect your camcorder to the wall outlet wall socket using the supplied AC Adaptor during the operation 1 Setup General Settings Calibration 2 Touch displayed on the screen with the corner of memory card or the like 3 times Touch Cancel to cancel calibration Notes If you did not press the right spot try the calibration again Do not use a sharp pointed object for calibration Do...

Page 188: ...sor 2 Select the desired item 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 Notes Set Drop Sensor to On when you use the camcorder Otherwise if you drop the camcorder you may damage the internal hard disk I...

Page 189: ... your camcorder Troubleshooting Maintenance and precautions Contents list Top page Customizing your camcorder Setup Battery Info Battery Info You can check the estimated remaining capacity of the battery 1 Setup General Settings Battery Info The battery information appears To close the screen select Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 189 ...

Page 190: ...ly The camcorder does not turn off automatically Standard The backlight of the LCD screen turns off automatically if you do not attempt to operate your camcorder for more than about 1 minute The camcorder turns off automatically if you do not attempt to operate your camcorder for more than about 2 minutes Max The brightness of the LCD screen is adjusted to the surrounding brightness automatically ...

Page 191: ...J260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V You can select whether to use the LCD or the projector to display the demonstration that plays when there has been no operation attempted for a specified period of time Off The demonstration does not appear Notes In the default setting the demonstration movie is in the Event View If you delete the demonstration movie you cannot recover it HDR CX260V CX580V PJ2...

Page 192: ...etting Date Time Setting 1 Setup Clock Settings Date Time Setting 2 Select the desired item Date Time Format Summer Time or Date Time Date Time Format You can select one from 4 types of date and time format Daylight Savings Summer Time You can change this setting without stopping the clock Off Does not set the summertime On Sets the summertime The clock is set to move the time forward 1 hour Date ...

Page 193: ...stopping the clock Select your local area when using the camcorder in other time zones 1 Setup Clock Settings Area Setting 2 Select the desired item For HDR CX250 PJ260 PJ580 PJ600 Home Select this item when you are going to use the camcorder in the area where you are living Destination Select this item when you want to use the camcorder with the area setting set to another place For HDR CX260V CX...

Page 194: ...ired item On Maintains accurate time automatically Off Does not maintain accurate time using the GPS system Notes You must set the date and time on your camcorder before use Details There may be discrepancies of a few seconds even if Auto Clock ADJ is activated This function automatically adjusts the clock when the camcorder receives GPS signals and finishes triangulating successfully while the po...

Page 195: ...V The camcorder can compensate for time differences automatically by acquiring location information from the GPS system 1 Setup Clock Settings Auto Area ADJ 2 Select the desired item On Compensates for time differences automatically Off Does not compensate for time differences automatically Notes You must set the date and time on your camcorder before use Details The camcorder may not compensate f...

Page 196: ...isplay Warning indicators 2 Disconnect the power source attach the power source again after about 1 minute and turn the camcorder on 3 Press RESET using a pointed object and turn the camcorder on Details If you press RESET all settings including the clock setting are reset 4 Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility During repair we may check a minimum amount of data store...

Page 197: ...a pointed object If you press RESET all settings including the clock setting are reset Details The temperature of your camcorder is extremely high Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place The temperature of your camcorder is extremely low Leave your camcorder with the power of your camcorder on Turn off your camcorder and take it to a warm place Leave the camcorder there fo...

Page 198: ...s correctly matching the marks Details Remove any obstructions between the Wireless Remote Commander and the remote sensor Point the remote sensor away from strong light sources such as direct sunlight or overhead lighting Otherwise the Wireless Remote Commander may not function properly Another DVD device malfunctions when you use the supplied Wireless Remote Commander HDR PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ58...

Page 199: ...ttery pack is being charged When the battery is being charged using the Built in USB Cable disconnect the Built in USB Cable and connect it again If the temperature of the battery pack is too high or too low you may not be able to charge it Details Attach the battery pack to the camcorder correctly If the problem persists disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet wall socket and contact your ...

Page 200: ...press PROJECTOR to stop projecting images HDR PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V The buttons on the touch panel do not work correctly or do not work at all Adjust the touch panel Calibration Details The buttons on the touch panel quickly disappear If you set Display Setting to On the buttons do not disappear from the touch panel while in recording mode Details There are dots in the shape of a ...

Page 201: ... using the memory card cannot be performed If you use the memory card formatted on a computer format it again on your camcorder Details Images stored on the memory card cannot be deleted The maximum number of images that you can delete on the index screen at one time is 100 You cannot delete the protected images The data file name is not indicated correctly or flashes The file is damaged The file ...

Page 202: ...f your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place The temperature of your camcorder is extremely low Turn off your camcorder and take it to a warm place Leave the camcorder there for a while then turn on the camcorder Photos cannot be recorded You cannot record photos together with Smth Slw REC Golf Shot Fader The camcorder cannot shoot photos while it is in the movie recording mode depend...

Page 203: ...f the movie 16 9 wide 4 3 cannot be changed The horizontal to vertical ratio of high definition image quality HD movies is 16 9 wide The auto focus does not function Set Focus to Auto Details The recording conditions are not suitable for auto focus Adjust the focus manually Details SteadyShot does not function Set SteadyShot to Active or Standard SteadyShot to On Details Details Even if SteadyShot...

Page 204: ...e LCD panel is closed on your camcorder with the LCD screen facing out The power is supplied from the AC Adaptor Sound is not recorded correctly Connect the microphone again in the same way as when you start recording movies Photos are recorded automatically In the default setting photos are recorded automatically when the camcorder detects a smile Details Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporati...

Page 205: ...ult setting movies and photos are played back continuously is indicated on a thumbnail This may appear on an image recorded on other devices edited on a computer etc You removed the AC Adaptor or the battery pack while the recording media icon at the top right corner of the screen flashes or before the access lamp is turned off after recording This may damage your image data and is displayed is in...

Page 206: ...r or other device This is not a malfunction Record sound with Audio Mode set to 2ch Stereo Details The demonstration movies cannot be played HDR CX260V CX580V PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V XR260V Select the internal recording media for the recording media and the high definition image quality HD The demonstration movie was deleted A movie is played back automatically HDR CX260V CX580V PJ2...

Page 207: ...ntenance and precautions Contents list Top page Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Playing back images stored on memory card on other devices Playing back images stored on memory card on other devices Images cannot be played back or the memory card is not recognized The playback device does not support playing back memory cards Details Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 207 ...

Page 208: ...tos on your camcorder Unable to edit Unable to edit because of the condition of the image You cannot edit the files based on Map View HDR CX260V CX580V PJ260V PJ580V PJ600V XR260V A movie cannot be divided A movie that is too short cannot be divided Release the protection and then divide The demonstration movies cannot be deleted Release the protection and then delete them A photo cannot be captur...

Page 209: ...ht 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 It is recommended you record images using the outer frame of Guide Frame as a guide Details The image appears distorted on the 4 3 TV This happens when viewing an image recorded in the 16 9 wide mode on a 4 3 TV Set TV Type correctly and play back the image Details ...

Page 210: ...and precautions Contents list Top page Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Copying Connecting to other devices Copying Connecting to other devices Images are not copied correctly You cannot copy images using the HDMI cable The A V connecting cable is not connected properly Make sure to connect the cable to the input jack of another device Details Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 210 ...

Page 211: ...es Home PlayMemories Home does not work correctly Quit PlayMemories Home and restart your computer The camcorder is not recognized by the computer Disconnect devices from the USB jack of the computer other than the keyboard mouse and your camcorder Disconnect the Built in USB Cable from the computer and your camcorder and restart the computer then connect the computer and your camcorder again in t...

Page 212: ...display C 04 The battery pack is not an InfoLITHIUM battery pack V series Use an InfoLITHIUM battery pack V series Details Connect the DC plug of the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack of your camcorder securely Details C 06 The battery pack temperature is high Change the battery pack or place it in a cool place C 13 C 32 Remove the power source Reconnect it and operate your camcorder again E Follow the...

Page 213: ...not formatted correctly Details Warning indicator pertaining to incompatible memory card Incompatible memory card is inserted Details Warning indicator pertaining to the write protect of the memory card The memory card is write protected Access to the memory card was restricted on another device Warning indicator pertaining to the external device The image data base file may be damaged Check the d...

Page 214: ...p sensor function does not guarantee the protection of the internal hard disk under all possible situations Use the camcorder under stable conditions Warning indicator pertaining to photo recording The recording media is full Photos cannot be recorded during processing Wait for a while then record When REC Mode is set to Highest Quality or 60p Quality you cannot capture photos while recording movi...

Page 215: ...recorded on other devices may not be played back The Image Database File is damaged Do you want to create a new file HD movie management information is damaged Create new information The management file is damaged When you select Yes a new management file is created The old recorded images on the media cannot be played back Image files are not damaged If you execute Repair Img DB F after creating ...

Page 216: ...ted in time You have performed recording and erasing operations repeatedly or a memory card that has been formatted by other device is used Copy and take data backup to other device such as a computer and then format the memory card on the camcorder Details The size of the inserted memory card is not sufficient for copying the movie s Use the recommended memory card Details Recovering data Your ca...

Page 217: ...ce all the recorded movies and photos in it are deleted If you cannot perform the format the external media may not be supported by the camcorder or it may be damaged Try with another external media Unable to access external media Use the external media device in stable condition the environment such as no vibration and room temperature etc Make sure that the power source of the external media dev...

Page 218: ...ompression coding technology the picture may be disturbed in scenes where picture field angles or brightness etc change drastically but this is not a malfunction Recording and playback on your camcorder Based on the AVCHD format your camcorder records and plays with the high definition image quality HD In addition to high definition image quality HD your camcorder is capable of recording a standar...

Page 219: ...r at narrow streets surrounded by buildings In underground locations locations surrounded by dense trees under an elevated bridge or in locations where magnetic fields are generated such as near high voltage cables Near devices that generate radio signals of the same frequency band as the camcorder near 1 5 GHz band mobile telephones etc On triangulating errors If you move to another location righ...

Page 220: ...iles On the geographic coordinate system The WGS 84 geographic coordinate system is used On copyright The map data of the camcorder is copyrighted Unauthorized copying or other usage of the map data may be contrary to the copyright laws On the navigation function The camcorder does not have a navigation function that uses GPS Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 220 ...

Page 221: ... insert anything other than the compliant size of memory card into the memory card slot Doing so may cause a malfunction Do not use or keep the memory card in the following locations Places subject to extremely high temperature such as a car parked outside in the summer Places under direct sunlight Places with extremely high humidity or subject to corrosive gases On the memory card adaptor When us...

Page 222: ...el data transfer the same as with Memory Stick PRO Duo media This product cannot record or play data that uses MagicGate technology MagicGate is a copyright protection technology that records and transfers the contents in an encrypted format Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 222 ...

Page 223: ...gth of time you can use the battery pack becomes shorter In that case do one of the following to use the battery pack for a longer time Put the battery pack in a pocket to warm it up and install it on your camcorder right before you start taking shots Use a large capacity battery pack NP FV70 NP FV100 sold separately Frequent use of the LCD screen or a frequent playback fast forward or reverse ope...

Page 224: ... recording standby until the power goes off Details About battery life Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use If decreased usage time between charges becomes significant it is probably time to replace it with a new one Each battery s life is governed by storage operating and environmental conditions Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 224 ...

Page 225: ...Contents list Top page Maintenance and precautions Maintenance and precautions About x v Color About x v Color x v Color is a more familiar term for the xvYCC standard proposed by Sony and is a trademark of Sony xvYCC is an international standard for color space in video This standard can express a wider color range than the currently used broadcast standard Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corpora...

Page 226: ...ut the AC Adaptor About 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 meta...

Page 227: ...J580V PJ600 PJ600V About care and storage of the lens About language setting The on screen displays in each local language are used for illustrating the operating procedures Change the screen language before using the camcorder if necessary On recording Before starting to record test the recording function to make sure the image and sound are recorded without any problems Compensation for the cont...

Page 228: ...ion purposes are captured using a digital still camera and therefore may appear different from images and screen indicators that actually appear on your camcorder And the illustrations of your camcorder and its screen indication are exaggerated or simplified for understandability Design and specifications of your camcorder and accessories are subject to change without notice In this manual the int...

Page 229: ...t or liquid gets inside the casing unplug your camcorder and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any further Avoid rough handling disassembling modifying physical shock or impact such as hammering dropping or stepping on the product Be particularly careful of the lens Keep the LCD screen closed when you are not using your camcorder Do not wrap your camcorder with a towel for examp...

Page 230: ...es 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 t...

Page 231: ...s or dust make the LCD screen dirty it is recommended that you use a soft cloth to clean it To clean the projector lens HDR PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V Wipe the lens gently with a soft cloth such as a cleaning cloth or glass cleaning cloth Stubborn stains may be removed with a soft cloth such as a cleaning cloth or glass cleaning cloth lightly dampened with water Never use a solvent suc...

Page 232: ...stances When there are fingerprints on the lens surface In hot or humid locations When the lens is exposed to salty air such as at the seaside Store in a well ventilated location subject to little dirt or dust To prevent mold periodically clean the lens as described above Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 232 ...

Page 233: ...g it on Note on moisture condensation Moisture may condense when you bring your camcorder from a cold place into a warm place or vice versa or when you use your camcorder in a humid place as follows You bring your camcorder from a ski slope into a place warmed up by a heating device You bring your camcorder from an air conditioned car or room into a hot place outside You use your camcorder after a...

Page 234: ...his happens follow the procedure below It is recommended that you connect your camcorder to the wall outlet wall socket using the supplied AC Adaptor during the operation 1 Setup General Settings Calibration 2 Touch displayed on the screen with the corner of memory card or the like 3 times Touch Cancel to cancel calibration Notes If you did not press the right spot try the calibration again Do not...

Page 235: ... time and other settings even when the LCD screen is closed The pre installed rechargeable battery is always charged while your camcorder is connected to the wall outlet wall socket via the AC Adaptor or while the battery pack is attached The rechargeable battery will be fully discharged in about 3 months if you do not use your camcorder at all Use your camcorder after charging the pre installed r...

Page 236: ...f you delete all movies and still images or perform Format data on the internal recording media may not be completely erased When you transfer the camcorder it is recommended that you perform Empty 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 Details Note on disposal transfer of the memory card Even ...

Page 237: ...time min required when you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack Battery pack Charging time AC Adaptor Built in USB Cable when using your computer NP FV50 supplied 155 280 NP FV70 195 545 NP FV100 390 1000 The charging times shown in the table above are measured when charging the camcorder at a temperature of 25 C 77 F It is recommended that you charge the battery in a temperature range of ...

Page 238: ...quality Recording time Approximate time available when you use a fully charged battery pack unit minute HDR CX250 CX260V Battery pack Continuous recording time Typical recording time Image quality HD STD HD STD NP FV50 supplied 145 155 70 75 NP FV70 300 325 150 160 NP FV100 600 650 300 325 HDR CX580V PJ580 PJ580V Battery pack Continuous recording time Typical recording time Image quality HD STD HD...

Page 239: ...ing the MODE lamp and zooming Times measured when using the camcorder at 25 C 77 F 10 C to 30 C 50 F to 86 F is recommended The recording and playback time will be shorter when you use your camcorder in low temperatures The recording and playback time will be shorter depending on the conditions under which you use your camcorder Playing time Approximate time available when you use a fully charged ...

Page 240: ...HDR PJ600 PJ600V Battery pack Image quality HD STD NP FV50 supplied 115 125 NP FV70 240 260 NP FV100 485 515 HDR XR260V Battery pack Image quality HD STD NP FV50 supplied 125 135 NP FV70 260 280 NP FV100 515 555 Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 240 ...

Page 241: ...J260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V XR260V HDR CX260V XR260V High definition image quality HD in h hour and min minute Recording mode Recording time HDR CX260V HDR XR260V 60p Quality 1 h 1 h 13 h 13 h Highest Quality 1 h 15 min 1 h 15 min 15 h 20 min 15 h 20 min High Quality 1 h 40 min 1 h 40 min 20 h 50 min 20 h 50 min Standard 3 h 2 h 15 min 36 h 40 min 27 h 50 min Long Time 5 1ch 63 h 10 min 52 h L...

Page 242: ...6 h 20 min 7 h 40 min 7 h 5 min Standard 2ch 7 h 5 min 6 h 35 min 7 h 55 min 7 h 15 min HDR PJ260 PJ260V High definition image quality HD in h hour and min minute Recording mode Recording time HDR PJ260 HDR PJ260V 60p Quality 1 h 15 min 1 h 15 min 1 h 1 h Highest Quality 1 h 30 min 1 h 30 min 1 h 10 min 1 h 10 min High Quality 2 h 5 min 2 h 5 min 1 h 40 min 1 h 40 min Standard 3 h 40 min 2 h 45 mi...

Page 243: ...e the recording sound format with Audio Mode HDR CX580V PJ260 PJ260V PJ580 PJ580V PJ600 PJ600V XR260V Details You can record movies of a maximum of 3 999 scenes with high definition image quality HD and 9 999 scenes with standard definition image quality STD The maximum continuous recording time of movies is approximately 13 hours If you want to record up to the maximum recording time indicated in...

Page 244: ...nute 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB 60p Quality 8 8 15 15 35 35 75 75 150 150 Highest Quality 10 10 20 20 40 40 85 85 180 180 High Quality 10 10 25 25 60 60 120 120 245 245 Standard 25 15 50 35 105 80 210 160 430 325 Long Time 5 1ch 40 35 85 70 180 150 370 300 740 610 Long Time 2ch 45 35 90 75 185 155 380 310 770 630 Standard definition image quality STD unit minute 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB Standard...

Page 245: ...rding Details The number of recordable photos of memory card may vary depending on the recording conditions Notes The unique pixel array of Sony s ClearVid and the image processing system BIONZ allow still image resolution equivalent to the sizes described Bit rate and recording pixels The following list shows the bit rate pixels and aspect ratio of each recording mode for movies movie audio etc H...

Page 246: ...J580V PJ600 PJ600V 6 016 3 384 dots 16 9 4 512 3 384 dots 4 3 4 224 2 376 dots 16 9 2 592 1 944 dots 4 3 1 920 1 080 dots 16 9 640 480 dots 4 3 Capturing a photo from a movie 1 920 1 080 dots 16 9 640 360 dots 16 9 640 480 dots 4 3 Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation 246 ...

Page 247: ...ystems Your camcorder is a NTSC system based camcorder If you want to view the playback image on a TV it must be a NTSC system based TV with an AUDIO VIDEO input jack System Used in NTSC Bahama Islands Bolivia Canada Central America Chile Colombia Ecuador Guyana Jamaica Japan Korea Mexico Peru Surinam Taiwan the Philippines the USA Venezuela etc PAL Australia Austria Belgium China Czech Republic D...

Page 248: ...ong Singapore Beijing 09 00 Tokyo Seoul 09 30 Adelaide Darwin 10 00 Melbourne Sydney 11 00 Solomon Is 12 00 Fiji Wellington Eniwetok Kwajalein 11 00 Samoa 10 00 Hawaii 09 00 Alaska 08 00 Los Angeles Tijuana 07 00 Denver Arizona 06 00 Chicago Mexico City 05 00 New York Bogota 04 00 Santiago 03 30 St John s 03 00 Brasilia Montevideo 02 00 Fernando de Noronha 01 00 Azores Cape Verde Is Back to top Co...

Page 249: ...d other countries Intel Intel Core and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries and PlayStation are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc Adobe the Adobe logo and Adobe Acrobat are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and or other coun...

Page 250: ...ter referred to as GPL or GNU Lesser General Public License hereinafter referred to as LGPL are included in the camcorder This informs you that you have a right to have access to modify and redistribute source code for these software programs under the conditions of the supplied GPL LGPL Source code is provided on the web Use the following URL to download it When downloading the source code select...

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