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Sony HDR-CX560V Operating Manual

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HDR-CX560/CX560V/CX700/CX700V
4-271-154-
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  • Page 1 4-271-154- Digital HD Video Operating Guide Camera Recorder Guía de operaciones HDR-CX560/CX560V/CX700/CX700V...
  • Page 2 Record the serial number operating and maintenance in the space provided below. Refer to these (servicing) instructions in numbers whenever you call upon your Sony the literature accompanying dealer regarding this product. the appliance. Model No. HDR- Serial No.

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth.
  • Page 4 Representative plug of power supply cord of countries/regions around the world. A Type B Type BF Type B3 Type C Type SE Type O Type (American (British Type) (British Type) (British Type) (CEE Type) (CEE Type) (Ocean Type) Type) The representative supply voltage and plug type are described in this chart. Depend on an area, Different type of plug and supply voltage are used.
  • Page 5 Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type Vietnam Oceania Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type Australia New Zealand 230/240 North America Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type Canada Central America Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type Bahamas 120/240 Costa Rica Cuba 110/220 Dominican (rep) El Salvador...

  • Page 6: Read This First

    Be sure to charge the battery pack using a For customers in the U.S.A. and CANADA genuine Sony battery charger or a device that can charge the battery pack. RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Keep the battery pack out of the reach of small children.
  • Page 7 FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the Model No.: HDR-CX560V following two conditions: (1) This device Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. may not cause harmful interference, and Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, (2) this device must accept any interference CA 92127 U.S.A.

  • Page 8: Using The Camcorder

    Increase the separation between the “Handycam” Handbook (PDF) equipment and receiver. ÿ “Operating Guide” (This manual) (1) Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.

  • Page 9: About Language Setting

    Menu items, LCD panel, viewfinder Before starting to record, test the recording function to make sure the image and sound are (HDR-CX700/CX700V) and lens recorded without any problems. A menu item that is grayed out is not available Compensation for the contents of recordings under the current recording or playback cannot be provided, even if recording or conditions.
  • Page 10 Notes on optional accessories DC plug. We recommend using genuine Sony accessories. Genuine Sony accessories may not be available Note on the camcorder/battery pack in some countries/regions. temperature When the temperature of the camcorder...
  • Page 11 Capacity of internal Viewfinder recording media HDR-CX560/ 64 GB — HDR-CX560V HDR-CX700/ 96 GB HDR-CX700V The model with is equipped with GPS. Notes on use Do not do any of the following. Otherwise, the recording media may be damaged, recorded images may be impossible to play back or may be lost, or other malfunctions could occur.

  • Page 12: Table Of Contents

    Recording ..................24 Acquiring location information using the GPS (HDR-CX560V/CX700V) ..28 Selecting the recording mode .
  • Page 13 Saving images with an external device Selecting a method for saving images with an external device ......46 Saving images on an external media device .

  • Page 14: Getting Started

    Getting started Step 1: Charging the battery pack DC IN jack Battery pack AC Adaptor Power cord (Mains lead) To the wall outlet (wall socket) /CHG (flash/charge) lamp DC plug Align the mark on the DC plug with that on the DC IN jack. You can charge the “InfoLITHIUM”...

  • Page 15: Charging Time

    You can charge the battery by connecting the Built-in USB Cable to a wall outlet (wall socket) using an AC-U501AD/AC-U50AG USB charger/AC Adaptor (sold separately). You cannot use a Sony CP-AH2R or CP-AL portable power supply device (sold separately) to charge the camcorder.
  • Page 16 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 10 C to 30 C (50 °F to 86 °F). The charging times are measured without using the USB Connection support cable.

  • Page 17: Charging The Battery Pack Abroad

    Notes on the AC Adaptor Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately if any malfunction occurs while using your camcorder. Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture. Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic objects.

  • Page 18: Step 2: Turning The Power On, And Setting The Date And Time

    Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time Open the LCD screen of your camcorder. Your camcorder is turned on and the lens cover is opened. To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is open, press POWER. MODE lamp POWER button Select the desired language, then touch [Next].
  • Page 19 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 camcorder. In this case, set [Auto Clock ADJ ] and [Auto Area ADJ] to [Off] (HDR-CX560V/CX700V).

  • Page 20: Changing The Language Setting

    To turn off the power Close the LCD screen. If the viewfinder is pulled out, retract the viewfinder as shown in the illustration below (HDR-CX700/CX700V). (Movie) lamp flashes for a few seconds and the camcorder is turned off. Tips ¼ You can turn off the camcorder also by pressing POWER.

  • Page 21: Step 3: Preparing The Recording Media

    Step 3: Preparing the recording media The recording media that can be used are displayed on the screen of your camcorder as following icons. Internal memory Memory card In the default setting, both movies and photos are recorded on this recording media. You can perform recording, playback and editing operations on the selected medium.
  • Page 22 Inserting a memory card ¦ Notes Set the recording medium to [Memory Card] to record movies and/or photos on a memory card. Types of memory card you can use with your camcorder SD Speed Class Described in this manual “Memory Stick PRO Duo”...

  • Page 23: Copying Movies And Photos

    Open the cover, and insert the memory card with the notched edge in the direction as illustrated until it clicks. Close the cover after inserting the memory card. Access lamp Note the direction of notched corner. The [Preparing image database file. Please wait.] screen appears if you insert a new memory card.

  • Page 24: Recording/Playback

    Recording/Playback Recording In the default setting, movies and photos are recorded on the internal recording media. Movies are recorded with high definition image quality (HD). ¼ Tips To change the recording media, see page 21. Fasten the grip belt. Open the LCD screen of your camcorder. Your camcorder is turned on and the lens cover is opened.
  • Page 25 Recording movies (Movie): When recording a movie (Photo): When recording a photo START/STOP button [STBY] ‚ [REC] MODE button Press MODE to turn on the (Movie) lamp. Press START/STOP to start recording. To stop recording, press START/STOP again. To display items on the LCD screen again Touch anywhere on the screen except the buttons on the LCD screen so that you can use items.
  • Page 26 To capture smiles In the default setting, a photo is automatically recorded when the camcorder detects the smile of a person during movie recording (Smile Shutter). When the camcorder detects faces during movie recording, image quality is automatically adjusted ([Face Detection]). Capturing a photo Smile Detection frame (Orange)
  • Page 27 (HDR-CX700/CX700V). Data code during recording The recording date, time and condition , and coordinates (HDR-CX560V/CX700V) are recorded automatically on the recording media. They are not displayed during recording. However, you can check them as [Data Code] during playback. To display them, touch (MENU) ‚...

  • Page 28: Acquiring Location Information Using The Gps (Hdr-Cx560V/Cx700V)

    To reduce the white circular spots, light the room and shoot the subject without a flash. Particles (dust, pollen, etc.) in the air Acquiring location information using the GPS (HDR-CX560V/CX700V) When you set [GPS Setting] (p. 61) to [On], appears on the LCD screen, and your camcorder starts searching for the GPS satellites and acquires the location information.

  • Page 29: Selecting The Recording Mode

    Selecting the recording mode (MENU) ‚ You can change the quality of the image that you record by touching [Image Quality/Size] ‚ [ REC Mode]. The types of media that images can be saved on will depend on the recording mode selected.

  • Page 30: Adjusting For Shooting Conditions

    Adjusting for shooting conditions How to use the MANUAL dial Recording in dark places Press MANUAL to switch to manual (NightShot) operation mode, and rotate the dial to When you press NIGHTSHOT, appears, make the adjustment. Pressing MANUAL and you can record images even in total switches the operation mode between darkness.

  • Page 31: Playback On The Camcorder

    To change the recording media, see page 21. The camcorder displays recorded images as an event automatically, based on the date and time. It can also display recorded images on the basis of location information (HDR-CX560V/CX700V). Open the LCD screen of your camcorder.
  • Page 32 Change to the movie/photo recording mode Time-line bar Highlight Playback button Change Event Scale button Appears only when the image quality is set to [ HD Quality]. The Event Index screen appears when you touch the event that is displayed on the center. You can also choose an event by touching on the time-line bar.
  • Page 33 As you repeat touching about 10 times ‚ about 30 times ‚ about 60 times. The recording date, time, and shooting conditions , and coordinates (HDR-CX560V/CX700V) are recorded automatically during recording. This information is not displayed during recording, but you can (MENU) ‚...

  • Page 34: Performing Highlight Playback

    Viewing photos You can use the functions shown in the figure below while you are viewing photos. The figure below will be displayed when you select [ PHOTO] by touching the Switch Image Type button on the Event Index screen. Delete Context Next...

  • Page 35: Playing Images On A Tv

    Playing images on a TV Connection methods and the image List of connection quality (high definition (HD) or standard definition (STD)) viewed on the TV screen Connecting to a high definition TV differ depending on what type of TV is When the recording quality is high connected, and the connectors used.
  • Page 36 Connecting to a non-high-definition When you connect with component 16:9 (wide) or 4:3 TV A/V cable If you connect only component video plugs, When movies are recorded with high audio signals are not output. Connect the white definition image quality (HD), they are and red plugs to output audio signals.
  • Page 37 (left channel) or red (right channel) plug depiction of subtle textures and colors. to the audio input jack of your TV or VCR. By connecting Sony’s Photo TV HD- When connecting to your TV via a VCR compatible devices using an HDMI cable...

  • Page 38: Advanced Operations

    Advanced operations Deleting movies and When [ Setting] is set to STD Quality], appears photos instead of You can free media space by deleting movies and photos from recording media. ¦ Notes You cannot restore images once they are deleted. Save important movies and photos in advance.

  • Page 39: Saving Movies And Photos With A Computer

    Saving movies and photos with a computer Useful functions available if you connect the camcorder to a computer (Windows) The software PMB stored in the CD-ROM (supplied) includes functions that enable you to do more with the images recorded with the camcorder. View Calendar Save on a disc...

  • Page 40: Preparing A Computer (Windows)

    Preparing a computer (Windows) Display Step 1 Checking the computer Minimum 1,024 × 768 dots system Others USB port (this must be provided as standard, Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 compatible)), Blu- Microsoft Windows XP SP3 /Windows Vista ray disc/DVD burner (CD-ROM drive is /Windows 7 necessary for installation) Either NTFS or exFAT file system is recommended as the...
  • Page 41 icon on the computer screen to start “PMB Launcher. ” Follow the instructions that appear on the computer screen Confirm that your camcorder is to continue the installation. not connected to the computer. You may be required to install some other applications included on the disc at the same time.
  • Page 42 ¦ Notes Do not insert AVCHD recording discs that have To create discs or use other functions on been created using the “PMB” software to DVD Windows XP, Image Mastering API v2.0 for players or recorders, as these devices do not support the AVCHD standard.

  • Page 43: Starting Pmb (Picture Motion Browser)

    Starting PMB Uploading images to a (Picture network service Motion Browser) The application software “PMB Portable” is pre-installed in the camcorder. You can Double-click the “PMB” short-cut enjoy the following functions using the icon on the computer screen. “PMB Portable. ” Uploading images to network services such as blogs with ease Uploading by a network connected computer...

  • Page 44: Camcorder Screen

    If the AutoPlay wizard does not appear when you are using Windows XP or Windows Vista, Touch [USB Connect] on the click [Start] ‚ [Computer] (in Windows XP, camcorder screen. [My Computer]) ‚ [PMBPORTABLE], then When using Windows 7: The Device double click [PMBP_Win.exe].
  • Page 45 The service can be suspended or altered without notice by the website organizer. In these, as well as other cases, Sony shall not be liable in any way for any loss, damages or trouble between you and a third party which arose from the use of the service.

  • Page 46: Saving Images With An External Device

    Saving images with an external device Selecting a method for saving images with an external device You can save high definition image quality (HD) movies using an external device. Select the method to be used according to the device. External devices Connecting cable Page External media device...
  • Page 47 The devices on which the created disc can be played back DVD disc with high definition image quality (HD) AVCHD format playback devices, such as a Sony Blu-ray disc player or a PlayStation DVD disc with standard definition image quality (STD) Ordinary DVD playback devices, such as a DVD player.

  • Page 48: Saving Images On An External Media Device

    Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall For details on available external media devices, socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor (p. 16). go to the Sony support website in your Refer to the instruction manual supplied with country/region. the external media device.
  • Page 49 When connecting an external media device The images saved in the external media device are displayed on the LCD screen. USB Adaptor Cable Images saved on the connected external VMC-UAM1 media device appear on the LCD screen. (sold separately) When an external media device is connected, the USB icon will appear on the Event View screen, etc.
  • Page 50 Saving desired movies and photos ‚ ‚ Touch You can save desired images in the on the camcorder screen. camcorder to the external media device. Connect the camcorder to the Playing back images in the external external media device and touch media device on the camcorder [Play without copying.].

  • Page 51: Creating A Disc With The Dvd Writer, Dvdirect Express

    Creating a disc with the DVD writer, DVDirect Express ¦ Notes If your camcorder does not recognize the You can create a disc or play back the external media device, try the following images on a created disc by using the DVD operations.
  • Page 52 Insert an unused disc into the Touch , then disconnect the DVD writer, and close the disc USB cable. tray. ¼ Tips Press (DISC BURN) on the DVD If the total memory size of movies to be burnt writer. by the DISC BURN operation exceeds that of Movies that are stored on one of the the disc, disc creation stops when the limit is camcorder’s recording media selected in...

  • Page 53: Your Camcorder

    If [Failed.] or [DISC BURN failed.] appears on the screen, insert another disc into the DVD Touch the movie you want to writer and perform the DISC BURN operation burn on the disc. again. appears. ¼ Tips Remaining Disc capacity Disc creation time to copy movies to the limit of the disc is about 20 to 60 minutes.

  • Page 54: Than Dvdirect Express

    (p. 16). screen and remove the disc when Sony DVD writer may not be available in some countries/regions. the tray is open. Always maintain the firmware of the Sony DVDirect (DVD writer) to its latest version.

  • Page 55: Creating A Standard Definition Image Quality (Std) Disc With A Recorder, Etc

    Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 16). Touch [USB Connect] on the Sony DVD writer may not be available in some camcorder screen. countries/regions. High definition image quality (HD) movies...
  • Page 56 (sold separately) with an HDMI cable. By using this cable, higher quality To copy date/time information, camera data, images can be produced than with an and coordinates (HDR-CX560V/CX700V), A/V connecting cable. Connect the white (MENU) ‚ [Setup] ‚ [ touch and red plug (left/right audio) and the S (Playback Settings)] ‚...

  • Page 57: Customizing Your Camcorder

    Customizing your camcorder Using menus You can enjoy using your camcorder more by making good use of menu operations. The camcorder has various menu items under each of 6 menu categories. Shooting Mode (Items for selecting a shooting mode) ‚p. 58 Camera/Mic (Items for customized shooting) ‚p.

  • Page 58: Shooting Mode

    Menu lists Shooting Mode Movie .......... Records movies. Photo ........... Shoots photos. Smth Slw REC ......Records fast moving subjects in slow-motion. Golf Shot ........Divides two seconds of fast movement into frames which are then recorded as a movie and photos. Camera/Mic (Manual Settings) White Balance ....

  • Page 59: Playback Function

    (Face) Face Detection ....Adjusts the image quality of the face(s) automatically. Smile Shutter ....Automatically takes a shot whenever a smile is detected. Smile Sensitivity .... Sets the smile detection sensitivity using the smile shutter function. (Flash) Flash ........Sets how the flash is activated. Flash Level .......
  • Page 60 Edit/Copy Delete.......... Deletes movies or photos. Protect ........Protects movies or photos to avoid deleting. Copy ..........Copies images back and forth between the selected internal recording medium and the inserted memory card. Direct Copy ....... Copies images stored on the internal recording medium or on a memory card to some type of external media.
  • Page 61 ..Sets whether the camcorder adjusts the clock automatically by acquiring the time from GPS or not. Auto Area ADJ* ..... Sets whether the camcorder compensates for a time differences automatically by acquiring the current location information from GPS or not. HDR-CX700/CX700V HDR-CX560V/CX700V HDR-CX560/CX560V...

  • Page 62: Getting Detailed Information From The "Handycam" Handbook

    Getting detailed information from the “Handycam” Handbook To view the “Handycam” Handbook, double-click the short-cut icon on the The “Handycam” Handbook is a user guide computer screen. designed to be read on a computer screen. The “Handycam” Handbook is intended to be read when you want to know more about operating your camcorder.

  • Page 63: Additional Information

    Charge the battery pack (p. 14). amount of data stored on the internal memory in order to investigate the problem. However, Pressing START/STOP or PHOTO does not your Sony dealer will neither copy nor retain record images. your data. Press MODE to turn on the (Movie) or See the “Handycam”...
  • Page 64 (Media Settings)] ‚ have tried to fix a couple of times, contact [Repair Img. DB F.] ‚ the recording medium. your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. In this case, when you contact them, give them all the numbers of The memory card is damaged.

  • Page 65: Recording Time Of Movies/Number Of Recordable Photos

    Recording time of movies/number of recordable photos “HD” stands for high definition image Incompatible memory card is inserted (p. 22). quality, and “STD” stands for standard  image quality. The memory card is write-protected. Expected time of recording and Access to the memory card was restricted on another device.

  • Page 66: Playing Time

    Recording mode Recording time The recording and playback time will be shorter HDR-CX560 HDR-CX560V depending on the conditions under which you 5 h 15 m 5 h 10 m [60p Quality use your camcorder.

  • Page 67: Memory Card

    Memory card Recording mode Recording time HDR-CX700 HDR-CX700V High definition image quality (HD) 22 h 25 m 22 h 15 m [Standard (unit: minute) (17 h 0 m) (16 h 50 m) 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB 38 h 40 m 38 h 20 m...
  • Page 68 Capturing a photo from a movie: conditions. 1,920 1,080 dots/16:9 ¦ Notes 360 dots/16:9 The unique pixel array of Sony’s ClearVid and 480 dots/4:3 the image processing system (BIONZ) allow still image resolution equivalent to the sizes described.

  • Page 69: Precautions

    If fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen casing, unplug your camcorder and have it dirty, it is recommended that you use a soft checked by a Sony dealer before operating it cloth to clean it. any further. Avoid rough handling, disassembling,...

  • Page 70: About Care And Storage Of The Lens

    Note on disposal/transfer of the properly. In this case, replace the battery with camcorder a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Use of another Even if you delete all movies and still images, or battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.

  • Page 71: Specifications

    “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media SD card (Class 4 or faster) 0 lx (lux) (NIGHTSHOT is set to [On]) The unique pixel array of Sony’s ClearVid When measuring media capacity, 1 GB equals and the image processing system 1 billion bytes, a portion of which is used for (BIONZ) allow still image resolution system management and/or application files.
  • Page 72 General AC Adaptor AC-L200C/AC-L200D Power requirements: DC 6.8 V/7.2 V (battery Power requirements: AC 100 V - 240 V, pack) DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor) 50 Hz/60 Hz USB Charging: DC 5 V 500 mA Current consumption: 0.35 A - 0.18 A Average power consumption: Power consumption: 18 W HDR-CX560/CX560V:...
  • Page 73 “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Add further enjoyment with your PlayStation 3 Corporation. by downloading the application for PlayStation 3 “x.v.Color” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. from PlayStation Store (where available.) “BIONZ” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. is a registered trademark of The application for PlayStation 3 requires Sony Corporation.

  • Page 74: Quick Reference

    Quick reference Screen indicators Center Center Indicator Meaning Left Right [STBY]/[REC] Recording status Slide show set NightShot ™ Warning à Playback mode Right Bottom Left Indicator Meaning Indicator Meaning Recording image quality (HD/STD), frame rate MENU button (60p/60i/24p) and Self-timer recording recording mode (PS/FX/ GPS triangulating status FH/HQ/LP)

  • Page 75: Parts And Controls

    Parts and controls Figures in ( ) are reference pages. Indicator Meaning Spot Meter/Fcs/ Spot Meter/ Exposure AE Shift Shutter Speed IRIS Intelligent Auto Slide show button Data file name 101-0005  Protected image Flash/ Red Eye Reduction Indicators and their positions are approximate and may differ from what you actually see.
  • Page 76 Lens (G lens) Attaching the lens hood (HDR-CX700/ CX700V) Align the lens hood with the camcorder properly, then turn the securing 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.
  • Page 77 HDR-CX700/CX700V (View Images) button (31) NIGHTSHOT button (30) POWER button (18) (USB) jack (48, 51) HDMI OUT jack (35) RESET button Press RESET using a pointed object. Press RESET to initialize all the settings including the clock setting. Memory card access lamp (23) While the lamp is lit or flashing, the camcorder is reading or writing data.

  • Page 78: Index

    Index A/V connecting cable...36, 56 Macintosh ........40 Thumbnail ........38 Maintenance ........69 Tripod........30, 77 MANUAL dial......30 Troubleshooting ......63 Battery pack .........14 Media Select ........21 Turning the power on ....18 Built-in USB Cable ....8, 15 Media Settings ......21 TV ..........35 Memory card .......22 “Memory Stick”...
  • Page 79 Printed on 70% or more recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. Impreso en papel reciclado en un 70% o más utilizando tinta hecha con aceite vegetal exento de compuesto orgánico volátil (COV). 2011 Sony Corporation Printed in Japan...
  • Page 80 Click “Handycam” Handbook HDR-CX560/CX560V/CX700/CX700V 2011 Sony Corporation 4-271-159-11(1) ...
  • Page 81 Using the “Handycam” Handbook You will find information on using your camcorder to its fullest in this “Handycam” Handbook. Read the “Handycam” Handbook in addition to the Operating Guide (a separate volume). Information on using your camcorder connected to a computer will be also found in the Operating Guide and the “PMB Help”...

  • Page 82: Supplied Items

    Read this first Using the camcorder Supplied items Do not hold the camcorder by the following  The numbers in ( ) are the supplied parts, and also do not hold the camcorder by quantity. the jack covers. AC Adaptor (1) ...
  • Page 83 Menu items, LCD panel, viewfinder Before starting to record, test the recording  function to make sure the image and sound are (HDR-CX700/CX700V) and lens recorded without any problems. A menu item that is grayed out is not available  Compensation for the contents of recordings ...

  • Page 84: Notes On Optional Accessories

    Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the  We recommend using genuine Sony accessories.  camcorder, holding both the camcorder and the Genuine Sony accessories may not be available  DC plug. in some countries/regions. Note on the camcorder/battery pack About this manual, illustrations and...
  • Page 85 (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (p. 25) or the HDR-CX560/ 64 GB — access lamp (p. 23) are lit or flashing HDR-CX560V When using a shoulder belt (sold separately), do  HDR-CX700/ not crash the camcorder against an object. 96 GB HDR-CX700V The model with is equipped with GPS.
  • Page 86 Enjoy useful functions Enjoy useful functions Beautiful & easy Recording anywhere & anytime Checking your golf swing Golf Shot (75) Capturing images Smth Slw REC (74) beautifully without cumbersome setting Intelligent Auto (36) Focus on the child on the left side of the screen Tracking the subject (38) Spot Focus (77)
  • Page 87 Making good use of GPS HDR-CX560V/CX700V (46) Recording in a dimly-lit room NightShot (40) Low Lux (79) Capturing fireworks, or a sunset in all its splendor Fireworks (79) Sunrise&Sunset (79) Capturing photos during movie recording Dual Rec (40) Smile Shutter (39)
  • Page 88 Fun & simple Using playback & edit Playing back a digest of your movies Highlight Playback (42) Editing on the camcorder Capturing a photo from a movie (54) Deleting unnecessary scene (Dividing (53), Deleting (50))
  • Page 89 Easy ways to store Saving good memories Computer (58) External media (63) DVD writer (66, 69) Recorder (70) Easy uploading Uploading with a PC when you are out PMB Portable...
  • Page 90 Table of contents Using the “Handycam” Handbook............. . . 2 Searching for information quickly.
  • Page 91 Using the GPS function (HDR-CX560V/CX700V)........
  • Page 92 About GPS (HDR-CX560V/CX700V)........

  • Page 93: Getting Started

    Getting started Step 1: Charging the battery pack DC IN jack Battery pack AC Adaptor Power cord (Mains lead) To the wall outlet (wall socket) /CHG (flash/charge) lamp DC plug Align the  mark on the DC plug with that on the DC IN jack. You can charge the “InfoLITHIUM”...
  • Page 94 You can charge the battery by connecting the Built-in USB Cable to a wall outlet (wall socket) using an  AC-U501AD/AC-U50AG USB charger/AC Adaptor (sold separately). You cannot use a Sony CP-AH2R or CP-AL portable power supply device (sold separately) to charge the camcorder.
  • Page 95 Charging time Approximate time (min.) required when you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack. Charging time Battery pack AC Adaptor Built-in USB Cable NP-FV50 (supplied) NP-FV70 NP-FV100 1050 The charging times shown in the table above are measured when charging the camcorder at a ...
  • Page 96 Notes on the battery pack When you remove the battery pack or disconnect the AC Adaptor, turn the camcorder off and make sure  that the (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (p. 25), the access lamp (p. 23) are turned off. The /CHG (flash/charge) lamp flashes during charging under the following conditions: ...

  • Page 97: Step 2: Turning The Power On, And Setting The Date And Time

    Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time Open the LCD screen of your camcorder. Your camcorder is turned on and the lens cover is opened. To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is open, press POWER. ...
  • Page 98 Area ADJ] (p. 97) set to [On]. The clock may not be adjusted to the correct time automatically, depending on the country/region selected for your camcorder. In this case, set [Auto Clock ADJ ] and [Auto Area ADJ] to [Off] (HDR-CX560V/CX700V).

  • Page 99: Changing The Language Setting

    To turn off the power  Close the LCD screen.  If the viewfinder is pulled out, retract the viewfinder as shown in the illustration below (HDR-CX700/CX700V). (Movie) lamp flashes for a few seconds and the camcorder is turned off. Tips ...

  • Page 100: Step 3: Preparing The Recording Media

    Step 3: Preparing the recording media The recording media that can be used are displayed on the screen of your camcorder as following icons. Internal memory Memory card In the default setting, both movies and photos are recorded on this recording media. You can perform recording, playback and editing operations on the selected medium.

  • Page 101: Inserting A Memory Card

    Inserting a memory card  Notes Set the recording medium to [Memory Card] to record movies and/or photos on a memory card.  Types of memory card you can use with your camcorder SD Speed Class Described in this manual “Memory Stick PRO Duo”...
  • Page 102  Open the cover, and insert the memory card with the notched edge in the direction as illustrated until it clicks. Close the cover after inserting the memory card.  Access lamp Note the direction of notched corner. The [Preparing image database file. Please wait.] screen appears if you insert a new memory card.

  • Page 103: Recording/Playback

    Recording/Playback Recording In the default setting, movies and photos are recorded on the internal recording media. Movies are recorded with high definition image quality (HD). Tips  To change the recording media, see page 21.  Fasten the grip belt. Open the LCD screen of your camcorder.

  • Page 104: Recording Movies

    Recording movies (Movie): When recording a movie (Photo): When recording a photo START/STOP button [STBY]  [REC] MODE button  Press MODE to turn on the (Movie) lamp.  Press START/STOP to start recording. To stop recording, press START/STOP again. To display items on the LCD screen again Touch anywhere on the screen except the buttons on the LCD screen so that you can use items.
  • Page 105 To capture smiles In the default setting, a photo is automatically recorded when the camcorder detects the smile of a person during movie recording (Smile Shutter, p. 83). When the camcorder detects faces during movie recording, image quality is automatically adjusted ([Face Detection], p. 82). Capturing a photo Smile Detection frame (Orange)

  • Page 106: Shooting Photos

    (HDR-CX700/CX700V). Data code during recording The recording date, time and condition , and coordinates (HDR-CX560V/CX700V) are recorded automatically on the recording media. They are not displayed during recording. However, you can check them as [Data Code] during playback. To display them, touch (MENU) ...
  • Page 107 Tips  (MENU)  [Image Quality/Size]  [ Image Size]  To change the image size, touch  a desired setting  You cannot record photos while is displayed.  Your camcorder flashes automatically when there is insufficient ambient light. The flash does not work in ...

  • Page 108: Playback. On.the.camcorder

    The camcorder displays recorded images as an event automatically, based on the date and time. It can also  display recorded images on the basis of location information (HDR-CX560V/CX700V). Open the LCD screen of your camcorder. Your camcorder is turned on and the lens cover is opened.
  • Page 109  Change to the movie/photo recording mode  Time-line bar  Highlight Playback button  Change Event Scale button Appears only when the image quality is set to [ HD Quality]. The Event Index screen appears when you touch the event that is displayed on the center. You can also choose an event by touching ...

  • Page 110: Operating The Camcorder While Playing A Movie

    As you repeat touching  about 10 times  about 30 times  about 60 times. The recording date, time, and shooting conditions , and coordinates (HDR-CX560V/CX700V) are  recorded automatically during recording. This information is not displayed during recording, but you can (MENU) ...

  • Page 111: Viewing Photos

    Viewing photos You can use the functions shown in the figure below while you are viewing photos. The figure below will be displayed when you select [ PHOTO] by touching the Switch Image Type button on the Event Index screen. Delete Context Next...

  • Page 112: Playing Images On A Tv

    Playing images on a TV Connection methods and the image List of connection quality (high definition (HD) or standard definition (STD)) viewed on the TV screen Connecting to a high definition TV differ depending on what type of TV is When the recording quality is high connected, and the connectors used.
  • Page 113 Connecting to a non-high-definition When you connect with component 16:9 (wide) or 4:3 TV A/V cable If you connect only component video plugs, When movies are recorded with high  audio signals are not output. Connect the white definition image quality (HD), they are and red plugs to output audio signals.

  • Page 114: Using "Bravia" Sync

    When your TV is monaural (When your Using “BRAVIA” Sync TV has only one audio input jack) You can operate your camcorder with Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting  cable to the video input jack and connect the the remote commander of your TV by white (left channel) or red (right channel) plug connecting your camcorder to a “BRAVIA”...

  • Page 115: Advanced Operations

    Advanced operations Useful functions for recording movies and You can magnify images up to 10 times using  photos optical zooming, unless [ SteadyShot] is set to [Active]. Tips  Zooming You can set [Digital Zoom] if you want to zoom ...

  • Page 116: Selecting High Definition Image Quality (Hd)

    Camera-shake detection   Touch (Walk), (Tripod) The camcorder detects whether camera- Recording image quality is changed. shake occurs or not, and makes the optimum compensation. Tips   Notes You can record, play, or edit movies in the  The camcorder may not detect the expected ...

  • Page 117: Using The Tracking Focus Function

    Recording modes and the media The recording mode of the standard image  quality (STD) is limited to the following value. Types of media that images can be saved [Standard ] (STD 9M (HQ))  on will depend on the recording mode “M, ”...

  • Page 118: Capturing Smiles Automatically (Smile Shutter)

     Notes Tips  The subject you touched may not be detected, You can select the subject that has priority   depending on the surrounding brightness or for face detection and smile detection with hairstyle of the subject. In this case, touch the [Face Detection] (p.

  • Page 119: Recording High Quality Photos During Movie Recording (Dual Rec)

    Tips  Recording in dark places You can select the recording sound from [5.1ch  (NightShot) Surround] ( ) or [2ch Stereo] ( ([Audio Mode], p. 84). When you press NIGHTSHOT, appears, You can create a disc, which contains the ...

  • Page 120: Recording In Mirror Mode

    Recording in mirror mode  Press MANUAL to activate the manual adjustment mode. Pressing MANUAL switches the setting mode between automatic and manual.  Rotate the MANUAL dial to adjust the focus. Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (), then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side ().

  • Page 121: Enjoying A Digest Of Your Movies (Highlight Playback)

    Enjoying a digest of your movies (Highlight Playback) Manual settings will be retained even if you  change the assigned item of the MANUAL dial. Your camcorder selects Highlight Playback However, if you set [Exposure] after setting scenes at random, puts them together, and [AE Shift] manually, [Exposure] will override plays them back as a digest of your high [AE Shift].

  • Page 122: Changing The Settings For Highlight Playback

    Playback range by selecting events on the Map Previous View, select the “from” (starting) and “to” To pause (ending) date (HDR-CX560V/CX700V). To stop a Highlight Playback If no range is set, the camcorder plays images in To pause, touch the date range of the event selected on the Event To stop, touch View as the playback range.

  • Page 123: Saving Highlight Playback

    You cannot set a Highlight point when the Map   [ Touch Scenario Save] View is displayed (HDR-CX560V/CX700V). during Highlight Playback. However, the Highlight point that was set when the Event View was displayed can take effect on the Map View.

  • Page 124: Converting And Sharing Highlight Playback Scenes

    To upload a Highlight Movie to the Web Converting and sharing Highlight After the conversion process has finished, Playback scenes or Highlight touch [Share]  [Web Upload], then scenarios follow the instructions that appear on the You can convert the data format of LCD screen.

  • Page 125: Using The Gps Function (Hdr-Cx560V/Cx700V)

    Using the GPS function (HDR-CX560V/CX700V) The following features are available if you Tips  The map always displays the north at the top. use the GPS (Global Positioning System)  You can change the scale using the zoom lever ...

  • Page 126: Recording Information On Your Location

    If you do not want to record location Recording information on your information location (MENU)  [Setup]  Perform The camcorder records information on (General Settings)]  [GPS Setting] the location when movies or photos are  [Off]. recorded (the default setting). Hints for better reception GPS triangulating status Use the GPS function outdoors and in...

  • Page 127: Searching For A Desired Scene By Recording Location (Map View)

    Use the triangulating priority mode (p. 49)  Touch the desired image thumbnail displayed on the map Use GPS Assist Data area where you recorded the If you import GPS Assist Data from your movies or photos. computer to your camcorder using the To the MENU Change View supplied software “PMB, ”...

  • Page 128: Obtaining A Map Of The Current Location

    Tips  Establishing priorities for location Refer to page 90 to display the coordinate  information (triangulating priority information while playing. mode) Obtaining a map of the current As the camcorder turns other functions location off to search for satellites, obtaining triangulating information can take priority.

  • Page 129: Making Good Use Of Your Camcorder

    Making good use of your camcorder How to check the triangulating information Deleting movies and photos Color of the satellites/ Status You can free media space by deleting triangulating gauge movies and photos from recording media. No signal, but orbit (black) information for the ...

  • Page 130: Protecting Recorded Movies And Photos (Protect)

    When [ Setting] is set to Protecting recorded movies and  STD Quality], appears photos (Protect) instead of Protect movies and photos to avoid deleting them by mistake.  will be displayed on the protected images. (MENU)  [Edit/  Touch Copy] ...

  • Page 131: Copying Images

    To undo the protection of movies and Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet  (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor to photos prevent your camcorder from running out of Touch the movie or photo marked with power during dubbing. in step 3.

  • Page 132: Dividing A Movie

     Select the image to be copied.  Touch at the point where you want to divide the movie into [Multiple Images]: Touch the image to scenes. be copied, and mark it with . You can select multiple images. The movie pauses. ...

  • Page 133: Capturing A Photo From A Movie

     Notes Capturing a photo from a movie The image size is fixed based on the image  quality of the movie. If the movie was recorded You can capture images from movies with one of the following image quality levels, recorded with your camcorder.

  • Page 134: Saving Movies And Photos With A Computer

    Disc type Choosing a method Player  Importing movies and Blu-ray disc playback photos to a computer (p. 58) devices (a Sony Blu-ray disc  player, PlayStation  3, etc.)  Creating a Blu-ray disc To save images on...
  • Page 135 Discs you can use with “PMB” You can use 12 cm discs of following type with “PMB. ” For Blu-ray disc, see page 60. Disc type Features DVD-R/DVD+R/DVD+R DL Unrewritable DVD-RW/DVD+RW Rewritable  Notes Always maintain your PlayStation 3 to use the latest version of the PlayStation 3 system software.

  • Page 136: Creating A Disc With One Touch (Disc Burn)

    Creating a disc with one touch (Disc Burn) Movies and photos recorded on your Turn on your camcorder, then camcorder that have not yet been saved connect the camcorder to the with Disc Burn function can be saved on a computer using the Built-in USB disc automatically.

  • Page 137: Importing Movies And Photos To A Computer

    Importing movies and photos to a computer Movies and photos recorded on your camcorder can be imported to a computer. Click [Import]. Turn on the computer beforehand. Refer to “PMB Help” for details.   Notes Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall ...

  • Page 138: Saving Images On A Disc

    Saving images on a disc You can select movies that have been [Create DVD-Video Format Discs imported to a computer and save them on (STD)]: a disc. You can save movies with standard definition image quality (STD) on a DVD disc. You can select high Turn on your computer, and place definition image quality (HD) movies an unused disc on the DVD drive.
  • Page 139 Creating a Blu-ray disc Copying a disc You can create a Blu-ray disc with a high You can copy a recorded disc to another definition image quality (HD) movie disc using “Video Disc Copier. ” Click [Start]  [All Programs]  [PMB] previously imported to a computer (p.

  • Page 140: Saving Images With An External Device

    Saving images with an external device Selecting a method for saving images with an external device You can save high definition image quality (HD) movies using an external device. Select the method to be used according to the device. External devices Connecting cable Page External media device...

  • Page 141: The Devices On Which The Created Disc Can Be Played Back

    The devices on which the created disc can be played back DVD disc with high definition image quality (HD) AVCHD format playback devices, such as a Sony Blu-ray disc player or a PlayStation  DVD disc with standard definition image quality (STD) Ordinary DVD playback devices, such as a DVD player.

  • Page 142: Saving Images On An External Media Device

    Refer to the instruction manual supplied with  satisfying requirements for operating. the external media device. For details on available external media devices,  go to the Sony support website in your Tips  country/region. You can import images saved on the external ...
  • Page 143 Connect the USB Adaptor Cable After operation is completed, to the  (USB) jack of your touch on the camcorder camcorder. screen. Make sure not to disconnect the USB cable while [Preparing image database file. Please wait.] is displayed on the When connecting an external media LCD screen.

  • Page 144: Saving Desired Movies And Photos

    Standard definition image quality (STD) Press and hold the image down on the   movies: Max. 9,999 LCD screen to confirm the image. Touch Photos: Max. 40,000 to return to the previous screen.  The number of scenes may be smaller If you select [All In Event], select the event ...

  • Page 145: Creating A Disc With The Dvd Writer, Dvdirect Express

    Creating a disc with the DVD writer, DVDirect Express To perform [Direct Copy] manually You can perform [Direct Copy] manually You can create a disc or play back the while the camcorder is connected to an images on a created disc by using the DVD external media device.

  • Page 146: Performing [Disc Burn Option]

    Insert an unused disc into the Touch , then disconnect the DVD writer, and close the disc USB cable. tray. Tips  Press (DISC BURN) on the DVD If the total memory size of movies to be burnt  writer. by the DISC BURN operation exceeds that of Movies that are stored on one of the the disc, disc creation stops when the limit is...

  • Page 147: Playing Back A Disc On The Dvd Writer

    Play the created disc to make sure copying was  performed correctly before deleting the movies  Touch the movie you want to on your camcorder. burn on the disc. If [Failed.] or [DISC BURN failed.] appears on  appears. the screen, insert another disc into the DVD writer and perform the DISC BURN operation Remaining Disc capacity...
  • Page 148 AC Adaptor for this touch on the camcorder operation (p. 16). screen and remove the disc when Sony DVD writer may not be available in some  countries/regions. the tray is open. Always maintain the firmware of the Sony ...

  • Page 149: Creating A Standard Definition Image Quality (Std) Disc With A Recorder, Etc

    (Connection)]  [USB Connect].  socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 16). Touch [USB Connect] on the Sony DVD writer may not be available in some  camcorder screen. countries/regions. High definition image quality (HD) movies ...
  • Page 150 To copy date/time information, camera data, images can be produced than with an  A/V connecting cable. Connect the white and coordinates (HDR-CX560V/CX700V), and red plug (left/right audio) and the S (MENU)  [Setup]  [ touch VIDEO plug (S VIDEO channel) of the (Playback Settings)] ...

  • Page 151: Customizing Your Camcorder

    Customizing your camcorder Using menus You can enjoy using your camcorder more by making good use of menu operations. The camcorder has various menu items under each of 6 menu categories. Shooting Mode (Items for selecting a shooting mode) p. 74 Camera/Mic (Items for customized shooting) p.

  • Page 152: Menu Lists

    Menu lists (Microphone) Shooting Mode Blt-in Zoom Mic Movie Wind Noise Reduct. Photo Audio Mode Smth Slw REC Micref Level Golf Shot (Shooting Assist) Camera/Mic Expanded Focus* (Manual Settings) Guide Frame White Balance Display Setting Spot Meter/Fcs Zebra* Spot Meter Peaking* Spot Focus Audio Level Display...
  • Page 153 Date & Time START/STOP is pressed. The default Summer Time setting is [3sec After]. Date & Time Format Area Setting The point when START/STOP is pressed. Auto Clock ADJ * Auto Area ADJ* [3sec After] HDR-CX700/CX700V HDR-CX560V/CX700V HDR-CX560/CX560V [3sec Before]...
  • Page 154  Notes The camcorder sets the point when the loudest You cannot record sound. sound in the past 1 second is detected, as the  Image quality is not as good as that of normal sound of a club hitting the ball. ...
  • Page 155 Camera/Mic (Items for customized shooting)  Notes Set [White Balance] to [Auto] or adjust the  See “Using menus” (p. 72) on the operation. color in [One Push] under white or cool white The default settings are marked with . fluorescent lamps.
  • Page 156  Notes Exposure [Exposure] and [Focus] are automatically set to  [Manual]. You can fix the brightness of a picture manually. Adjust the brightness when the Spot Meter (Flexible spot subject is too bright or too dark. meter) You can adjust and fix the exposure to the subject, so that it is recorded in suitable brightness even when there is strong contrast between the subject and...
  • Page 157 Tips  Shutter Speed appears when the focus cannot be adjusted  any closer, and appears when the focus You can shoot images with the Shutter cannot be adjusted farther away. Speed priority mode. When you shoot a It is easier to focus on the subject by moving ...
  • Page 158 White Balance Shift Sunrise&Sunset* ( Reproduces the atmosphere You can adjust the white balance manually. of scenes such as sunsets or sunrises.  Off Adjusts the white balance automatically. Fireworks* ( ) Takes spectacular shots of On ( and adjusted number) fireworks.
  • Page 159 Tips  Cinematone When you press START/STOP the setting is  cleared. The camcorder automatically adjusts The thumbnails of movie recorded using [Black  the color of the movie to resemble the Fader] may be difficult to see on Event View or atmosphere of film camera images when other screens.
  • Page 160  Notes Digital Zoom When recording a distant subject, focusing may  be difficult and can take some time. You can select the maximum zoom level. Adjust the focus manually ([Focus], p. 77) when  Note that the image quality decreases when it is hard to focus automatically.
  • Page 161  Note Face Detection The built-in flash is not flashed when  [Conversion Lens] (p. 81) is set to [Wide You can set the camcorder to detect a Conversion] or [Tele Conversion]. You cannot face automatically. Furthermore, you can set [Flash] either. select which faces (children or adults) the camcorder detects with priority.
  • Page 162 Smile Shutter  Auto Automatically flashes when there is The shutter is released when the camcorder insufficient ambient light. detects a smile. On ( )  Dual Capture Always uses the flash regardless of the Only during movie recording, the shutter is surrounding brightness.
  • Page 163 Red Eye Reduction Wind Noise Reduct. You can set this function when you You can record a movie with less wind record photos using the built-in flash, or noise by cutting the low-frequency sound an external flash (sold separately) that is input from the built-in microphone.
  • Page 164 Expanded Focus (HDR-CX700/ Display Setting CX700V) You can set the duration of displaying the icons or indicators on the LCD screen. You can magnify an image that appears at the center of the LCD screen by about 2.0  Auto times to confirm the sharpness of the focus.
  • Page 165 Tips Tips   IRE (Institute of Radio Engineers) is a measure When [Audio Mode] is set to [2ch Stereo], the 2   of the video signal level that is used as the bases (left and right) audio level meters on the upper of brightness;...
  • Page 166 Image Quality/Size (Items for setting up image quality or size) Tips  Frame rate means the number of images that  See “Using menus” (p. 72) on the operation. are updated in a certain period of time. The default settings are marked with . Setting REC Mode See page 37.

  • Page 167: Items For Playback

     When the image quality is set to the standard  See page 29. definition image quality (STD) While recording a movie  Map View (HDR-CX560V/ When [ Cinematone] is set to [On].  CX700V) Image Size See page 48.

  • Page 168: Setup

    Setup Edit/Copy (Other setup items) (Items for editing) See “Using menus” (p. 72) on the operation. See “Using menus” (p. 72) on the operation. The default settings are marked with . Delete Media Select See page 50. See page 21. Protect Media Info See page 51.
  • Page 169  Coordinates* take to delete data on the LCD screen. Displays coordinates. If you stop performing [Empty] while  [Executing...] appears, be sure to complete the HDR-CX560V/CX700V operation by performing [Format] or [Empty] when you use the camcorder next time.
  • Page 170 Date/Time Coordinates (HDR-CX560V/CX700V)   Date Latitude   Time Longitude Camera Data Tips  The data code is displayed on the TV screen if  Movie you connect your camcorder to a TV. The indicator toggles through the following ...
  • Page 171 TV Type Component You need to convert the signal depending Select [Component] when connecting your on the TV connected when playing back camcorder to a TV with the component movies and photos. The recorded movies input jack. and photos are played back as following 480i illustrations.
  • Page 172 USB Connect Setting 720p/480p Outputs high definition image quality (HD) You can set the USB transfer mode for movies with a 720p signal and standard image connecting the camcorder to a computer or quality (STD) movies with a 480p signal. other USB device.
  • Page 173 USB LUN Setting Your Location (HDR-CX560V/ CX700V) Improves compatibility with external devices by limiting the functions of the USB See page 49. connection. GPS Setting (HDR-CX560V/  Multi CX700V) Use this setting for ordinary operations. Single You can select whether the camcorder...
  • Page 174 Remote Ctrl (Remote control) Does not turn the power on or off by opening  On or closing the LCD screen panel. Select this when you use the supplied Wireless Remote Commander (p. 124). Language Setting Select this when you do not use supplied You can select the language to be used on Wireless Remote Commander.
  • Page 175 Demo Mode Date & Time Setting When the camcorder is connected to a wall  Date & Time outlet (wall socket) and no operation is See page 18. performed for about 10 minutes with the movie recording mode or the Event View ...
  • Page 176 HDR-CX560V/CX700V Auto Area ADJ (Auto area You can set the area. adjustment) (HDR-CX560V/ CX700V) Tips  If [Auto Area ADJ] is set to [On], the area  The camcorder can compensate for time setting (date and time) will be adjusted differences automatically by acquiring automatically using GPS signals.

  • Page 177: Additional Information

    However,  extremely low. Leave your camcorder with the your Sony dealer will neither copy nor retain power of your camcorder on. Turn off your your data. camcorder and take it to a warm place. Leave Overall operations/Wireless Remote ...
  • Page 178 The following menu items return to the Remove any obstructions between the   default settings when you switch between Wireless Remote Commander and the remote movie recording and photo recording and sensor. playback modes. Point the remote sensor away from strong light ...
  • Page 179 The buttons on the touch panel quickly correctly (p. 14). If the problem persists, disappear. disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) and contact your Sony Set [Display Setting] to [On] (p. 85).  dealer. The battery pack may be damaged.
  • Page 180 Recording The imaging field looks different. The imaging field may look different Refer also to “Memory card” (p. 100).  depending on the condition of your camcorder. This is not a malfunction. Pressing START/STOP or PHOTO does not record images. The flash does not work.
  • Page 181 There is a time difference between the The screen image is bright, and the point when START/STOP is pressed and subject does not appear on the screen. the point that the recording movie is Press NIGHTSHOT to cancel the NightShot ...
  • Page 182 This happens when sound recorded in 5.1ch  Photos cannot be played back. surround is converted to 2ch (normal stereo Photos cannot be played back if you have sound) by a computer or other device. This is  modified files or folders, or have edited the not a malfunction.
  • Page 183 A photo cannot be captured from a Black bands appear at the top and bottom movie. of the screen of the 4:3 TV. The recording media where you want to save This happens when viewing an image recorded   photos is full.

  • Page 184: Self-Diagnosis Display/Warning Indicators

     have tried to fix a couple of times, contact USB jack of the camcorder are connected your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony to the external devices at the same time, service facility. In this case, when you disconnect one that is not connected to a contact them, give them all the numbers of computer.

  • Page 185: Recording Media

    (Warning indicator pertaining to (Warning indicator pertaining to camera-shake warning) memory card) The amount of lights is not sufficient, so  Slow flashing camera-shake easily occurs. Use the flash. Free spaces for recording images are running  The camcorder is unsteady, so camera-shake ...
  • Page 186 GPS database file? receiver. Turn on your camcorder again The Image Database File is damaged. Do (HDR-CX560V/CX700V). you want to repair the Image Database This may occur when you keep applying shock File? ...
  • Page 187 Other Reinsert the memory card. Reinsert the memory card a few times. If even  Maximum number of images already then the indicator flashes, the memory card selected. could be damaged. Try with another memory You can select only 100 images at one time for: ...

  • Page 188: Using Your Camcorder Abroad

    Using your camcorder abroad Power supply On TV color systems You can use your camcorder in any Your camcorder is an NTSC-system-based countries/regions using the AC Adaptor camcorder. If you want to view the playback supplied with your camcorder within the image on a TV, it must be an NTSC- AC 100 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz range.
  • Page 189 HDR-CX560V/CX700V When [Auto Clock ADJ ] and [Auto Area ADJ] are set to [On], the clock is set to the local time automatically by the GPS function (p. 97). World time difference Time-zone Area setting Time-zone Area setting differences differences...

  • Page 190: Maintenance And Precautions

    Maintenance and precautions About GPS (HDR-CX560V/CX700V) About the AVCHD format The GPS (Global Positioning System) is a What is the AVCHD format? system that calculates geographical location The AVCHD format is a high definition from highly accurate US space satellites.
  • Page 191 In underground locations, locations On the map data  surrounded by dense trees, under an elevated The camcorder contains map data for the  bridge, or in locations where magnetic fields following countries/regions. Europe, Japan, are generated, such as near high voltage North America, Oceania, etc.

  • Page 192: About The Memory Card

    Great Britain About the memory card Based upon Crown Copyright material. Greece A memory card formatted by a computer  © EuroGeographics; Copyright Geomatics Ltd. (Windows OS/Mac OS) does not have Hungary guaranteed compatibility with your camcorder. Copyright © 2003; Top-Map Ltd. Data read/write speed may vary depending ...

  • Page 193: About The "Infolithium" Battery Pack

    direction. Note that improper use may cause a About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery malfunction. pack On image data compatibility Your camcorder operates only with an Image data files recorded on memory card by  “InfoLITHIUM” V series battery packs. your camcorder conform to the “Design rule “InfoLITHIUM”...

  • Page 194: About X.v.color

     Do not expose the battery pack to water. The standard proposed by Sony, and is a trademark  battery pack is not water resistant. of Sony.

  • Page 195: Moisture Condensation

     Leave your camcorder for about 1 hour without casing, unplug your camcorder and have it turning it on. checked by a Sony dealer before operating it Note on moisture condensation  any further. Moisture may condense when you bring your Avoid rough handling, disassembling, ...

  • Page 196: Rechargeable Battery

    LCD screen On handling the casing Do not exert excessive pressure on the LCD If the casing is soiled, clean the camcorder body   screen, as it may cause uneven color and other with a soft cloth lightly moistened with water, damage.
  • Page 197 [Empty] (p. 90) Corporation. to prevent the recovery of your data. Also, when “x.v.Color” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.  you dispose of the camcorder, it is recommended “BIONZ” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
  • Page 198 HDR-CX180 THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE as the model for your camcorder. AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE http://www.sony.net/Products/Linux/ PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL USE We would prefer you do not contact us about the OF A CONSUMER TO contents of source code.
  • Page 199 Quick reference Screen indicators Center Center Indicator Meaning Left Right [STBY]/[REC] Recording status (25) Slide show set NightShot (40)  Warning (105) Playback mode (31)  Bottom Right Left Indicator Meaning Indicator Meaning Recording image quality (HD/STD), frame rate MENU button (72) (60p/60i/24p) and Self-timer recording (80) recording mode (PS/FX/...
  • Page 200 Parts and controls Figures in ( ) are reference pages. Bottom Indicator Meaning View Images button (29) Micref Level low (84) Wind Noise Reduct. (84) Blt-in Zoom Mic (84) Audio Mode (84) Audio Level Display (86) Low Lux (79) Spot Meter/Fcs (76)/ Spot Meter (77)/ Exposure (77) AE Shift (78) Shutter Speed (78)
  • Page 201 When an external microphone (sold   Remote sensor/Infrared port separately) is connected, it takes precedence Point the Wireless Remote Commander over the built-in microphone (p. 39). (p. 124) towards the remote sensor to operate  your camcorder. Flash Remove the lens hood when you operate ...
  • Page 202 HDR-CX560/CX560V HDR-CX560/CX560V HDR-CX700/CX700V HDR-CX700/CX700V  (View Images) button (29)  NIGHTSHOT button (40)  POWER button (18)   (USB) jack (64, 66)  HDMI OUT jack (33)  RESET button Press RESET using a pointed object. Press RESET to initialize all the settings including the clock setting.

  • Page 203: Wireless Remote Commander

        Displays the date and time, camera setting data, or coordinates (HDR-CX560V/CX700V) of the recorded images when you press this button during playback.  PHOTO button (27) The on-screen image when you press this button will be recorded as a still image.

  • Page 204: Remote Commander

    Wireless Remote Commander may shorten, or the Wireless Remote Commander may not function properly. In this case, replace the battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
  • Page 205 Index Connection ........33 Flash Level ........83 Symbols Conversion Lens ......81 Focus ..........77 1080i/480i ........92 Convert Highlight Playback Format ..........89 1080p/480p ........92 scenes/scenarios ......45 Frame Rate........87 480i ..........92 Coordinates .........90 Fully charged .......14 5.1ch surround recording ..39 Copy ..........52 FX ..........37 Copying a disc ......60 A.
  • Page 206 “Memory Stick” media ..22, 113 RESET ........123 Twilight Portrait ......79 “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” media ..........22 Saving images in external USB cable .......66, 69 “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media ..........63 media ..........22 USB Connect .......58 Scenario ........44 Menus ...........73 USB Connect Setting ....93 Scenario Erase ......44 Micref Level .........84...
  • Page 207 Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. http://www.sony.net/...

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