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1. CI manua sETTINGS SCENE SELECTION H FADER WHITE BAL SPOT MTR FCS mr menumovie l kd l IY Show others MY MENU SETTING 2COSD008 The menu list moves from category to category The menu list moves through 4 items at once e You can touch buttons and drag the screen to scroll the list of the menu e The selected category icon is displayed in orange e When you touch ED the screen returns to the MY MENU screen ALEO Touch MENU Touch Show others on the MY MENU screen e See the next page for details on MY MENU Touch the central part in the left side of screen to change the display Touch the menu item to be changed After changing the setting touch zs To finish setting the menu touch ES To return to the previous menu screen touch E N may not be displayed depending on the menu item Japsoued JNOA Bulziwoysn gt GB 55 GB 56 Notes e You may not be able to set some menu items depending on the recording or playback conditions e Grayed out menu items or settings are not available Tips e Depending on the menu items being changed your camcorder switches between playback mode and recording mode movie photo Using MY MENU You can use the menu items more easily by registering the menu items you use most often on MY MENU You can register 6 menu items on each MY MENU of the
2. 6 62 B Additional information BI Troubleshooting i a EEEn 63 Precaution Sain eaa i E EE A EEEO EEE A ade gees ede hast 65 Sp cificatio Snee e n er aaae TAT eR EA2819 67 B Quick reference SCrE n INGICATONS sass odes od a oe es hae Rl LSE Ak he ae a Naa hae 72 Parts and Ras Tas T CTT 73 MINOX esac satan oa cae siie ds sts SOG alsa Magee spare dacs as Saha gs dias 04 des Chae barnes diie Fas Cok ae 76 s u U02 Jo aide L GB 11 Bcn started Step 1 Charging the battery pack HDR CX550E CX550VE Battery pack 2 CHG flash charge lamp Power cord Mains lead l To the wall outlet wall socket CHG flash charge lamp AC T DC plug ee A Power cord Mains lead Adaptor e Tre To the wall outlet wall socket GB 12 You can charge the InfoLITHIUM battery pack V series after attaching it to your camcorder Notes e You cannot attach any InfoLITHIUM battery pack other than the V series to your camcorder Turn off your camcorder by closing the LCD screen after replacing the viewfinder L Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction of the arrow until it clicks 3 Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord mains lead to your camcorder and the wall outlet wall socket e Align the A mark on the DC plug with that on the DC IN jack The CHG flash charge lamp lights up and charging starts The 4 CHG flash cha
3. Touch MENU Show others DELETE under K EDIT category 2 To delete movies touch EB DELETE BEE DELETE or E0 DELETE e To delete photos touch MDELETE DELETE E Touch and display the v mark on the movies or photos to be deleted GE DELETE 1 1 2010 v ill H e Press and hold the image down on the LCD screen to confirm the image Touch to return to the previous screen 4 Touch EXS yes KS ES To delete all movies photos at one time In step 2 touch 88 DELETE gt EE DELETE ALL EDDELETE ALL gt YES YES gt gt EB e To delete all photos at one time touch DELETE DELETE ALL YES YES gt To delete all the movies photos recorded on the same day at one time Notes e You cannot delete photos on memory card by recording date In step 2 touch IRB DELETE gt EEE DELETE by date BS DELETE by date e To delete all photos on the same day at one time touch DELETE IR DELETE by date EOE DELETE by date BEAN A lt i gt U Japso Wed ANOKA Jo asn poof bulyew far GB 33 GB 34 Touch RRR to select the recording date of the desired movies photos then touch EXS e Touch the ima
4. E Connect your camcorder to the TV HDMI OUT jack HDMI OUT A V Remote Connector J Touch YES e When the A V connecting cable is used to output movies movies are output with standard definition image quality STD EJ Touch ESE to select the input jack of your TV then touch EKIS e The connection medhod is displayed e If you touch HINT you can see tips for the connection or change the settings of Play back movies and photos on your camcorder p 27 Types of connection cables between your camcorder and TV Connecting to a high definition TV Component A V Cable supplied COMPONENT VIDEO IN Green Y S Blue Ps CB Red Pr CR Se White aie Red HDMI Cable sold separately IN Connecting to a non high definition 16 9 wide or 4 3 TV Component A V Cable supplied COMPONENT VIDEO IN TR Green Y B O ce Tl im Blue Ps Ce Red Pr CR en White T Red S AUDIO A V connecting cable with S VIDEO sold separately S VIDEO Y VIDEO White Red S AUDIO U Yellow A V connecting cable supplied Yellow VIDEO ga i gt White Red S AUDIO When connecting to your TV via a VCR e Connect your camcorder to the LINE IN input on the VCR using the A V connecting cable Set
5. Notes on battery pack AC Adaptor e Be sure to remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor after turning off the camcorder e Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the camcorder holding both the camcorder and the DC plug Note on the camcorder battery pack temperature e When the temperature of the camcorder or battery pack becomes extremely high or extremely low you may not be able to record or play back on the camcorder due to the protection features of the camcorder being activated in such situations In this case an indicator appears on the LCD screen and the viewfinder When the camcoder is connected to a computer or accessories e Do not try to format the recording media of the camcorder using a computer If you do so your camcorder may not operate correctly e When connecting the camcorder to another device with communication cables be sure to insert the connector plug in the correct way Pushing the plug forcibly into the terminal will damage the terminal and may result in a malfunction of the camcorder If you cannot record play back images perform MEDIA FORMAT e If you repeat recording deleting images for a long time fragmentation of data occurs on the recording media Images cannot be saved or recorded In such a case save your images on some type of external media first and then perform MEDIA FORMAT by touching MENU Show others gt MEDIA FORMAT under MANAGE MEDIA category the desired m
6. PMB Help for details on the supplied software PMB p 38 Additional information E Troubleshooting If you run into any problems using your camcorder follow the steps below Check the list p 63 to 65 and inspect your camcorder WwW Remove the power source attach the power source again after about 1 minute and turn the camcorder on WwW Press RESET p 74 using a pointed object and turn the camcorder on If you press RESET all settings including the clock setting are reset WwW Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility e Your camcorder may be required to initialize or change the current internal recording media of your camcorder depending on the problem In the event of this the data stored on the internal recording media will be deleted Be sure to save the data on the internal recording media on other media backup before sending your camcorder for repair We will not compensate you for any loss of internal recording media data e During repair we may check a minimum amount of data stored on the internal recording media in order to investigate the problem However your Sony dealer will neither copy nor retain your data e See the Handycam Handbook p 62 for details on the symptoms of your camcorder and PMB Help p 38 on connecting your camcorder to a computer The power does not turn on e Att
7. e Using NightShot in bright places will cause a malfunction of your camcorder NIGHTSHOT Y ay Sf Adjusting focus etc manually MANUAL dial It is convenient to make manual adjustments using the MANUAL dial by assigning a menu item FOCUS in the default setting to the MANUAL dial MANUAL button MANUAL dial How to use the MANUAL dial Press MANUAL to switch to manual operation mode and rotate the dial to make the adjustment Pressing MANUAL switches the operation mode between manual and automatic To assign a menu item Press and hold MANUAL for a few seconds to display the DIAL SETTING screen Rotate the MANUAL dial to assign an item You can assign FOCUS EXPOSURE IRIS SHUTTER SPEED AE SHIFT or WB SHIFT Using a tripod Attach the tripod sold separately to the tripod receptacle using a tripod screw sold separately the length of the screw must be less than 5 5 mm 7 32 in E L Tripod receptacle P aybac k on the camcorder In the default setting movies and photos that are recorded on the following recording media are played HDR CX550E CX550VE Internal memory HDR XR550E XR550VE Internal hard disk O Tips e To change the recording media see page 18 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder Your camcorder is turned on and the lens cover is opened e To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is already open press POWER p 15 E Press
8. You cannot create an AVCHD disc from a movie recorded with HD FX mode of HEREC MODE Save a movie recorded with HD FX mode onto Blu ray discs or external storage devices p 46 Creating a disc with the dedicated DVD writer DVDirect Express You can create a disc or play back the images on a created disc by using the dedicated DVD writer DVDirect Express sold separately Refer also to the instruction manual supplied with the DVD writer Notes e Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet wall socket using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation p 14 e Only unused discs of the following types can be used 12cm DVD R 12cm DVD R The device does not support two layered discs e DVDirect Express is referred to as DVD writer in this section EJ Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord mains lead to the DC IN jack of your camcorder and the wall outlet wall socket p 14 P Turn on your camcorder and connect the DVD writer to the U USB jack of your camcorder with the USB cable of the DVD writer ddIAap eusa xa Ue YM sabe Hues EJ Insert an unused disc into the DVD writer and close the disc tray The DISC BURN screen appears on the camcorder screen E Press DISC BURN on the DVD writer Movies recorded on the internal recording media that have not been saved on any discs will be recorded onto the disc e When there are unsaved
9. e Wipe the surface of the lens clean with a soft cloth in the following instances 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 e Store in a well ventilated location subject to little dirt or dust e To prevent mold periodically clean the lens as described above On charging the pre installed rechargeable battery Your camcorder has a pre installed rechargeable battery to retain the date time and other settings even when the camcorder is turned off 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 rechargeable battery However even if the pre installed rechargeable battery is not charged the camcorder operation will not be affected as long as you are not recording the date Procedures Connect your camcorder to a wall outlet wall socket using the supplied AC Adaptor and leave it with the LCD screen closed for more than 24 hours Note on disposal transfer of the camcorder Even if you delete all movies and still images or perform MEDIA FORMAT data on the internal recording media may not be completely erased When you trans
10. it is recommended that you use an NP FV70 or NP FV100 battery pack e We do not recommend using an NP FV30 which only allows short recording and playback times with your camcorder e In the default setting the power turns off automatically if you leave your camcorder without any operation for about 5 minutes to save battery power LA SHUT OFF Notes on the AC Adaptor e 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 e Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow space such as between a wall and furniture e Do not short circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic objects This may cause a malfunction Charging the battery pack abroad You can charge the battery pack in any countries regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder within the AC 100 V 240 V 50 Hz 60 Hz range e Do not use an electronic voltage transformer 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 e To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is open press POWER MODE lamp Ties POWER button J Select the desired geographical area with EJES then touch NEXT payeys Dua Touch the button on the LCD screen AREA
11. 20 C to 60 C 4 F to 140 F Dimensions approx HDR CX550E CX550VE 66 X 74 x 143 mm 2 5 8 x 3 x 5 3 4 in w h d including the projecting parts 66 x 74 x 143 mm 2 5 8 x 3 x 5 3 4 in w h d including the projecting parts and the supplied rechargeable battery pack attached HDR XR550E XR550VE 70 x 74 x 143 mm 2 7 8 x 3 x 5 3 4 in w h d including the projecting parts 70 x 74 x 143 mm 2 7 8 x 3 x 5 3 4 in w h d including the projecting parts and the supplied rechargeable battery pack attached Mass approx HDR CX550E 430 g 15 oz main unit only 480 g 1 lb 1 oz including the supplied rechargeable battery pack HDR CX550VE 440 g 15 oz main unit only 490 g 1 1b 1 oz including the supplied rechargeable battery pack HDR XR550E 500 g 1 Ib 1 oz main unit only 550 g 1 lb 3 0z including the supplied rechargeable battery pack HDR XR550VE 510 g 1 Ib 2 oz main unit only 570 g 1 lb 4 0z including the supplied rechargeable battery pack AC Adaptor AC L200C AC L200D Power requirements AC 100 V 240 V 50 Hz 60 Hz Current consumption 0 35 A 0 18 A Power consumption 18 W Output voltage DC 8 4 V Operating temperature 0 C to 40 C 32 F to 104 F Storage temperature 20 C to 60 C 4 F to 140 F Dimensions approx 48 x 29 x 81 mm 1 15 16 x 13 16 x 3 1 4 in w h d excluding the projecting parts Mass approx 170 g 6 0 oz exclud
12. 29 P Particles dust pollen etc in the air y2eq ejd BUI p104 Acquiring location information using the GPS HDR CX550VE XR550VE When you set the GPS switch p 74 to ON Bs appears on the LCD screen and your camcorder acquires the location information from the GPS satellites Acquiring the location information enables you to use functions such as the Map Index The indicator changes according to the strength of GPS signal reception e Make sure that the GPS switch is set to OFF during take off and landing of an airplane e Processing time can be shortened when you load the GPS assist data into the camcorder using the supplied software PMB Install PMB on your computer p 36 and connect the computer to the internet Then connect the camcorder to the computer and the GPS assist data will be automatically updated e The GPS assist data may not function in the following cases When the GPS assist data are not updated for about 30 days or more When the date and time of the camcorder are not correctly set When the camcorder is moved for a long distance e Built in map is powered by companies as follows Map of Japan by ZENRIN CO LTD other areas by NAVTEQ GB 25 GB 26 Adjusting for shooting conditions Recording in dark places NightShot When you press NIGHTSHOT appears and you can record images even in total darkness Press NIGHTSHOT again to cancel the NightShot function
13. Frame See PMB Help p 38 for details Ja Ndwod e y m sojoyd pue s jaow Hues GB 45 GB 46 Saving images with an external device Saving images in external media DIRECT COPY You can save movies and photos on external media USB storage device such as an external hard disk drive You can also play back images on the camcorder or another playback device Notes e For this operation you need the USB Adaptor Cable VMC UAM1 sold separately e The USB Adaptor Cable VMC UAM1 may not be available in some countries regions e You cannot use the following devices as an external media media with a capacity exceeding 2 TB ordinary disc drive such as CD or DVD drive media connected via USB hub media with built in USB hub card reader You may not be able to use external media with a code function FAT file system is available for your camcorder If the external media was formatted to NTFS file system etc format the external media on your camcorder before use The format screen appears when the external media is connected to your camcorder However the format screen may appear even if you use the external media of FAT file system Operation is not assured with every device satisfying requirements for operating socket using the supplied AC adaptor p 14 e Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the external media e For details on avai
14. or edited use the supplied software PMB If you do not use PMB you cannot import images correctly Operation is not guaranteed if you perform the above operation When you delete image files follow the steps on page 33 Do not delete the image files on the camcorder directly from the computer Do not copy the files on the recording media from the computer Operation is not guaranteed You can create a Blu ray disc by using a computer with a Blu ray disc burner Install the BD Add on Software for PMB p 44 Starting PMB Picture Motion Browser Double click the PMB short cut icon on the computer screen Notes e If the icon is not displayed on the computer screen click Start All Programs gt PMB to start PMB You can view edit or create discs of movies and photos using PMB Reading PMB Help For details on how to use PMB read the PMB Help Double click the PMB Help short cut icon on the computer screen to open the PMB Help S E 79 Notes e If the icon is not displayed on the computer screen click Start All Programs gt PMB PMB Help You can also open the PMB Help from Help of PMB Selecting the method for creating a disc computer Several methods for creating a high definition image quality HD disc or a standard definition image quality STD disc from high definitio
15. the input selector on the VCR to LINE VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 etc To set the aspect ratio according to the connected TV 16 9 4 3 e 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 e Connect the yellow plug of the A V connecting cable to the video input jack and connect the white left channel or red right channel plug to the audio input jack of your TV or VCR When you connect with component AN cable e If you connect only component video plugs audio signals are not output Connect the white and red plugs to output audio signals yoeqhe q Bulpsoray When you connect with HDMI cable e Use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo e Use an HDMI mini connector on one end for the camcorder and a plug suitable for connecting your TV on the other end e Copyright protected images are not output from the HDMI OUT jack of your camcorder e Some TVs may not function correctly e g no sound or image with this connection e Do not connect the camcorder HDMI OUT jack to an external device HDMI OUT jack as malfunction may result e When the connected device is compatible with 5 1ch surround sound high definition image quality HD movies are output in 5 1ch surround sound automatically Standard definition image quality STD movies are converted to 2ch sound GB 31 When you connect with A V connecting cable with S VIDEO e When the S
16. 23 Battery pack 12 A V Remote Connector 30 DC IN jack 12 PHOTO button 24 Ke io 1 N eS on D Power zoom lever 4 CHG flash charge lamp 12 START STOP button 22 Grip belt 21 Hook for a shoulder belt Tripod receptacle 26 Memory card slot 20 Memory card Access lamp 20 While the lamp is lit or flashing the camcorder is reading or writing data BATT battery release lever 13 aduUasa4Ja1 AND GB 75 Index Capturing photos from a movie Care c Charging the battery abroad 14 Charging the battery pack 2 CLOCK SET iaaea 5 Computer Computer system Copying a disc Creating a disc cscs Creating a standard definition image quality STD disc 44 Creating AVCHD disc 43 LD DATA CODE DATE TIME DELETE Disc recorder seer 53 S T 20 DY hreet Express 49 DVD weitet iana 49 52 GES Editing movies sese 45 External media 46 Fully charged 2 GPS aaia i 25 Handycam Handbook 62 GB 76 GS Image dual 58 Trista E 36 LANGUAGE SET T aana aes 17 D Macintosh Maintenance lt MANAGE MEDIA verses 8 MANUAL dia ze pato 26 MEDIA SETTINGS Memory card Memory Stick media s Memory Stick PRO HG Duo media Memor
17. Other AVCHD format compatible devices which are not compatible with High Profile Devices which are not compatible with the AVCHD format e 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 e Standard STD image quality movies recorded on SD memory cards cannot be played on AV equipment of other manufacturers Discs recorded with HD image quality high definition e This camcorder captures high definition footage in the AVCHD format DVD media containing AVCHD footage should not be used with DVD based players or recorders as the DVD player recorder may fail to eject the media and may erase its contents without warning DVD media containing AVCHD footage may be played on a compatible Blu ray Disc player recorder or other compatible device Save all your recorded image data e To prevent your image data from being lost save all your recorded images on external media periodically It is recommended that you save the image data on a disc such as DVD R etc using your computer Also you can save your image data using a VCR or a DVD HDD recorder p 48 e You cannot make a AVCHD disc from the image data recorded with MENU MENU Show others 18 REC MODE under CGY SHOOTING SET category set to HD FX Save them on a Blu ray Disc or using an external media p 44 46
18. VIDEO plug S VIDEO channel is connected audio signals are not output To output audio signals connect the white and red plugs to the audio input jack of your TV e This connection produces higher resolution images compared with the A V connecting cable Notes e When you play back standard definition image quality STD movies on a 4 3 TV that is not compatible with the 16 9 signal record movies with 4 3 aspect ratio Touch MENU Show others OTHER REC SET under LET SHOOTING SET category gt EH WIDE SELECT 4 3 EXS ES p59 If your TV VCR has a 21 pin adaptor EUROCONNECTOR Use a 21 pin adaptor sold separately to view playback pictures lt d 3 lt a gt q Tips e If you connect your camcorder to the TV using more than one type of cable to output images the order of priority of the TV input jacks is as follows HDMI component gt S VIDEO video e 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 On PhotoTV HD This camcorder is compatible with the PhotoT V HD standard PhotoTV HD allows for highly detailed photo like depiction of subtle textures and colors By connecting Sony s PhotoT V HD compatible devices using an HDMI cable or the component A V cable a whole new world of photos can be enjoyed in breathtaki
19. a Sony Blu ray disc player and a PlayStation 3 You cannot play the disc on ordinary DVD players STD Standard definition image quality STD movie converted from high definition image quality HD movie can be recorded on DVD media such as DVD R discs and a standard image quality STD disc is created Jayndwo e UI sozoyd pue s jaow Hues E GB 39 GB 40 Discs you can use with PMB You can use 12 cm discs of following type with PMB For Blu ray disc see page 44 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 x The PlayStation 3 may not be available in some countries regions Creating a disc with one touch One Touch Disc Burn Movies and photos recorded on your camcorder that have not yet been saved with One Touch Disc Burn function can be saved on a disc automatically Movies and photos are saved on a disc with their recorded image quality Notes e High definition image quality HD movies the default setting will make an AVCHD disc e You cannot create AVCHD discs from movies recorded with HD FX mode of HAREC MODE Creating a Blu ray disc is not available with One Touch Disc Burn To create a standard definition image quality STD disc from high definition image quality HD movies import movies to a computer first p 42 and the
20. an InfoLITHIUM battery pack V series p 12 e Connect the DC plug of the AC Adaptor to your camcorder securely p 12 c 06 000 The battery pack temperature is high Change the battery pack or place it in a cool place cC 13 00 C 32 00 e Remove the power source Reconnect it and operate your camcorder again E00 00 Follow the steps from to on page 63 amp e The internal hard disk of your camcorder is full Delete unnecessary images on the internal hard disk p 33 e An error may have occurred with the internal hard disk of your camcorder D e Battery power is low ALl The battery pack temperature is high Change the battery pack or place it in a cool place UZ e The temperature of your camcorder is getting high Turn off your camcorder and leave it in a cool place Wx e The temperature of your camcorder is low Make the camcorder warm N e No memory card is inserted p 19 e When the indicator flashes there is not enough free space for recording images Delete unnecessary images p 33 or format the memory card after storing the images on other media e The Image Database File is damaged Check the data base file by touching MEM MENU Show others REPAIR IMG DB F under SS MANAGE MEDIA category gt the recording medium g The memory card is damaged Format the memory card with y
21. computer to the internet when you install BD Add on Software Place an unused Blu ray disc in the disc drive and click E Create Blu ray Disc HD in step 4 of Creating an AVCHD disc p 43 Other procedures are the same as that for creating an AVCHD disc e Your computer must support the creation of Blu ray discs BD R unrewritable and BD RE rewritable media are available for creating Blu ray discs You cannot add contents to either type of disc after creating the disc GB 44 Creating a standard definition image quality STD disc that can be played on ordinary DVD players You can create a standard definition image quality STD disc by selecting movies previously imported to your computer p 42 Notes e You may select high definition image quality HD movies as sources However image quality is converted from high definition HD to standard definition STD It will take a longer time for converting the image quality of the movies than it took to actually record the movies Turn on your computer and place an unused disc on the DVD drive e See page 39 for the type of discs you can use e If any other software than PMB starts automatically shut it down 2 Start PMB p 38 3 Click Calendar or Index on the left side in the window and select the date or folder then select the movies e High definition image quality HD movies a
22. disc creation device which is compatible with high definition image quality HD movies such as a Sony DVD writer Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the device to be connected Notes e Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet wall socket using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation p 14 e Sony DVD writer may not be available in some countries regions EJ Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord mains lead to the DC IN jack of your camcorder and the wall outlet wall socket p 14 E Turn on your camcorder and connect a DVD writer etc to the T USB jack of your camcorder with the USB cable supplied The USB SELECT screen appears on the camcorder screen e If the USB SELECT screen does not appear touch MENU Show others gt USB CONNECT under S OTHERS category EJ Touch the recording media that contains the images on the camcorder screen USB CONNECT Internal memory BUSB CONNECT Internal hard disk SJUSB CONNECT Memory card The displayed recording media differ depending on the model EJ Record movies on the connected device e For details refer to the instruction manuals supplied with the device to be connected fq After the operation is completed touch END YES on the camcorder screen A V Remote Connector J Disconnect the USB cable Creating a standard
23. from the previous time gt appears on the photo recorded on the memory card Playing movies Your camcorder starts playing the selected movie gt Volume adjustment edvoL Previous ye 144 FEIS Next OPTION Tostop ee GS Em mcl CH ee To fast forward To fast reverse To pause play Notes e You may not be able to play back the images with other devices than camcorder Co Tips e When playback from the selected movie reaches the last movie the screen returns to the INDEX screen Touch ES during pause to play back movies slowly e As you repeat touching Lee during playback movies are played as fast as about 5 times gt about 10 times about 30 times about 60 times e You can also display the VISUAL INDEX by touching MENU MENU gt Show others gt VISUAL INDEX under G PLAYBACK category e The recording date time and shooting conditions and coordinates HDR CX550VE XR550VE are recorded automatically during recording This information is not displayed during recording but you can display it during playback by touching MENU MENU Show others gt PLAYBACK SET under B PLAYBACK category gt DATA CODE a desired setting gt gt ES e In the default setting a protected demonstration movie is pre recorded To adjust the sound volume of movies While playing back movies touch adjust with ES Es e You can also adjust the sound vol
24. high definition HD and standard definition STD image quality movies they will be saved on individual discs according to the image quality Repeat steps 3 and 4 when the total memory size of movies to be burnt exceeds that of the disc 6 Touch END EJECT DISC on the camcorder screen Remove the disc after the operation is completed Touch RXS then disconnect the USB cable GB 50 To customize a disc with DISC BURN OPTION Perform this operation in the following cases When dubbing a desired image When creating multiple copies of the same disc When converting high definition HD movies to standard definition STD movies and creating a disc When dubbing images in the memory card Touch DISC BURN OPTION in step 4 Select the recording media containing the movie s you want to save When you select movies with high definition image quality HD the screen to select the image quality of the disc to be created appears on the LCD screen Select the desired image quality and touch ES e The image quality of the disc depends on the recording time of the selected movies when you create a disc converting them from high definition image quality HD to standard definition image quality STD Touch the movie you want to burn on the disc V appears 1 1 2010 in Ea Press and hold PREVIEW DISC BURN OPTION Se R
25. image quality conversion takes longer than the actual recording To play back a disc on the DVD writer Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord mains lead to the DC IN jack of your camcorder and the wall outlet wall socket p 14 Turn on your camcorder and connect the DVD writer to the T USB jack of your camcorder with the USB cable of the DVD writer e You can play back movies on the TV screen by connecting the camcorder to a TV p 30 Insert a created disc into the DVD writer The movies on the disc appear as VISUAL INDEX on the camcorder screen Press the play button on the DVD writer e You can also operate by the camcorder screen Touch END EJECT DISC on the camcorder screen and remove the disc after the operation is completed Touch and disconnect the USB cable To play back a disc on the ordinary DVD player Select the standard image quality STD on the screen to select the image quality of the disc to be created in step 2 of To customize a disc with DISC BURN OPTION ddIAap eusa x9 Ue YUM sabe Bulaes RS GB 51 GB 52 Q Tips e Ifyou cannot play back created standard definition STD image quality discs on any DVD player connect the camcorder to the DVD writer and then play back Creating a high definition image quality HD disc with a DVD writer etc other than DVDirect Express Use USB cable to connect your camcorder to a
26. movies When recording fast moving subject a high image quality is recommended GUIDEFRAME Displays the frame to make sure the subject is horizontal or vertical EAISTEADYSHOT Sets the SteadyShot function when recording movies CONVERSION LENS Sets the type of an attached conversion lens sold separately Optimizes the SteadyShot function and focus according to the attached lens LOW LUX aaah aaee Records bright color images in the dim FACE DETECTION uu Adjusts the image quality of the face s automatically PRIORITY SET ING n sss 2 19 12 Select the subject that has priority for the face detection and the smile shutter SMILE DETECTION Automatically takes a shot whenever a smile is detected SMILE SENSITIVITY Sets the smile detection sensitivity using the smile shutter function AUDIO REC SET BLT IN ZOOM MIC Records movies with vivid sound appropriate to the zoom position MICREF LEVEL Sets the microphone level AUDIO MODE Sets the recording sound format 5 1ch surround 2ch stereo OTHER REC SET EAIDIGITAL ZOOM Sets the maximum zoom level of the digital zoom that exceeds the zoom level of the optical zoom AUTO BACK LIGHT Adjusts the exposure for backlit subjects automatically DIAL SETTING Assigns a function to the MANUAL dial p 26 NIGHTSHOT LIGHT Emits infrared light when using NightShot RX
27. should be installed If Image Mastering API v2 0 for Windows XP has not been installed yet select it from required depending on the model e If the USB SELECT screen does not appear touch MENU Show others gt USB CONNECT under OTHERS cat category programs on the installation screen and install it following the procedures displayed The 10 Click Continue on the computer computer must be connected to the internet screen for the installation You may install Image Mastering API v2 0 for Windows XP in response to the message displayed when you try 4Ja Ndwod e y m sojoyd pue s jaow Hues ES A to start those functions Follow the on screen instructions RTE to install the software e Connect the camcorder to the computer during the installation of PMB e Depending on the computer you may need to install third party software If the installation screen appears follow GB 37 To disconnect your camcorder from the computer Click the F icon at the bottom right of the desktop of the computer Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device IE Z Touch END YES on the camcorder screen Disconnect the USB cable Notes e Access from the computer using the supplied software PMB Do not modify the files or folders on the camcorder from the computer The image files may be destroyed or may not be played back e When importing images recorded for long time
28. the type of images recorded When connecting an external media The images saved in the external media are displayed on the LCD screen The movie display and photo display buttons on the VISUAL INDEX screen change as illustrated below 1 1 2010 You can make menu settings of the external media such as deleting images Touch LEW MENU Show others on the VISUAL INDEX screen To save desired movies and photos You can save images from the memory cards to the external media Notes e You cannot copy or search photos by date which are recorded on the memory card Touch Play without coping in step 5 above The VISUAL INDEX screen of the external media is displayed Touch MENU Show others MOVIE DUB when selecting movies PHOTO COPY when selecting photos Follow the on screen instructions to select the recording media and image selection methods When you selected DUB by select touch the image to be saved V appears e When you selected DUB by date select the date of the images to be dubbed with zz then touch and go to step men LT an DUB by select C N Press and hold PREVIEW Remaining external media capacity e Press and hold the image down on the LCD screen to confirm the image Touch to return to the previous screen e By touching date you ca
29. the viewfinder or the lens may be exposed to direct sunlight This damages the inside of the viewfinder or the LCD screen e Operate your camcorder on DC 6 8 V 7 2 V battery pack or DC 8 4 V AC Adaptor e For DC or AC operation use the accessories recommended in these operating instructions Do not let your camcorder get wet for example from rain or sea water If your camcorder gets wet it may malfunction Sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired If any solid object or liquid gets inside the casing unplug your camcorder and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any further Avoid rough handling disassembling modifying physical shock or impact such as hammering dropping or stepping on the product Be particularly careful of the lens Keep the camcorder turning off when you are UOHeWOJU jeuonippy not using your camcorder e Do not wrap your camcorder with a towel for example and operate it Doing so might cause heat to build up inside e When disconnecting the power cord mains lead pull it by the plug and not the cord lead e Do not damage the power cord mains lead 65 66 such as by placing anything heavy on it e Do not use a deformed or damaged battery pack e Keep metal contacts clean e If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked Consult your local authorized Sony service facility Wash off any liquid that may have contacted your skin If any liq
30. API Ver 2 0 or newer is required to use disc creation function etc Starter Edition is not supported 4Faster processor is recommended Notes e Operation with all computer environments is not assured When using a Macintosh The supplied software PMB is not supported by Macintosh computers To import the movies and photos to the computer please contact Apple Inc Step 2 Installing the supplied software PMB Install PMB before connecting your camcorder to a computer Notes e Ifa version of PMB under 5 0 00 has been installed on your computer you may be unable to use some functions of those PMB when installing the PMB from the supplied CD ROM Also PMB Launcher is installed from the supplied CD ROM and you can start PMB or other software by using the PMB Launcher Double click the PMB Launcher short cut icon on the computer screen to start PMB Launcher E Confirm that your camcorder is not connected to the computer E Turn on the computer e Log on as an Administrator for installation e Close all applications running on the computer before installing the software Place the supplied CD ROM in the disc drive of your computer The installation screen appears e If the screen does not appear click Start gt Computer in Windows XP My Computer then double click SONYPMB E CD ROM Drive names such as
31. BA CORNY METER EXPOSURE Warning wi CZ ACA AS AE SHIFT gt Playback mode US WB SHIFT Bre Drop sensor off T TELE MACRO 8 Drop sensor activated CoLoR X V COLOR 10000 SHUTTER SPEED F1 8 IRIS bn Dr CONVERSION LENS Parts and controls Figures in are reference pages Indicator Meaning 10D A amp J INTELLIGENT AUTO REE HDR CX550E CX550VE OPTION button VIEW IMAGES button Slide show button x button 101 0005 Data file name Om Protected image esl Index button e Indicators and their positions are approximate and may differ from what you actually see e Some indicators may not appear depending on your camcorder model KOI N O 0 NI D Jou e oO ek Active Interface Shoe R a The Active Interface Shoe supplies power to optional accessories such as a video light a flash or a microphone The accessory can be turned on or off as you operate the POWER switch on your camcorder aduasajad AND I GB 73 INI 9 0 A IG Po p Built in microphone Flash Lens G lens MIC PLUG IN POWER jack Q headphones jack Remote sensor Infrared port Camera recording lamp 61 The camera recording lamp lig
32. E may vary depending on the computer EJ Click Install sony Handycam Application Software AE E Select the country or region J Select the language for the application to be installed then proceed to the next screen Read the terms of the license agreement carefully If you agree to the terms change O to and then click Next Install the instructions to install the required EJ Turn on your camcorder then S E e Restart ter i i t connect the camcorder to the Pee a AE es E S complete the installation Eaa using the supplied USB When the installation is completed caple following icons will appear Remove the CD ROM from your computer The USB SELECT screen appears on v the camcorder screen automatically Starts EMB S Displays PMB Help Displays PMB Launcher PMB Launcher enables you to start E Touch the one of the media types displayed on the camcorder PMB or other software or to open screen to make the computer web sites recognize your camcorder e Other icons may appear e No icon may appear depending on the installation procedure HDR CX550E CX550VE S USB CONNECT internal memory HDR XR550E XR550VE G USB CONNECT internal hard disk Onot e The displayed recording media differ oe e To create discs or use other functions on Windows XP Image Mastering API v2 0 for Windows XP
33. I Internal Memory memory card HDR XR550E XR550VE GS Internal hard Memory disk Sard 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 Tips e See page 69 for the recordable time of movies Selecting the recording media for movies EJ Touch MENU Show others MEDIA SETTINGS under gt MANAGE MEDIA category MOVIE MEDIA SET The MOVIE MEDIA SET screen appears Touch the desired recording media Touch YES gt EXS The recording medium is changed Selecting the recording media for photos ER Touch MENU Show others MEDIA SETTINGS under gt MANAGE MEDIA category PHOTO MEDIA SET The PHOTO MEDIA SET screen appears Touch the desired recording media Touch YES EXS The recording medium is changed To check the recording media settings In either movie recording mode or photo recording mode the media icon of the selected recording media is displayed at the top right corner of the screen ez stev Recording media icon e The icon displayed may vary depending on your model Inserting a memory card Notes e Set the recording medium to MEMORY CARD to record movies and or photos on a memory card payejs Buie5 KE Types of memory card you can use with your camcorder e You can use the foll
34. ITHIUM is a trademark of Sony Corporation e x v Colour is a trademark of Sony Corporation e BIONZ is a trademark of Sony Corporation e BRAVIA is a trademark of Sony Corporation e DVDirect is a trademark of Sony Corporation Blu ray Disc and the logo are trademarks Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories e HDMI the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licencing LLC Microsoft Windows Windows Vista and DirectX are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries Macintosh and Mac OS are registered trademarks of Apple Inc in the U S and 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 PlayStation is a registered trademark 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 countries NAVTEQ and the NAVTEQ MAPS logo are trademarks of NAVTEQ in the US and other countries e SDXC and SDHC logos are trademarks of SD 3C LLC e MultiMediaCard is a trademark of MultiMediaCard Association All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks o
35. LS VIEW IMAGES The VISUAL INDEX screen appears after some seconds e You can display the VISUAL INDEX screen also by touching HEE VIEW IMAGES on the LCD screen yoeqhe q Hulpsoray Touch H or a desired movie to playback a movie Touch the 6 Photo 071 a desired photo to view a photo Movies are displayed and sorted by recording date 1 2010 om 41 12 34 gt a m Sa Ill lt gt Switches operating button display To MENU screen Displays the screen to select the index type DATE INDEX 6JMAP HDR CX550VE XR550VE FILM ROLL FACE o w gt GB 27 GB 28 iw R R Displays movies recorded on the previous next date R R Displays the previous next movie Returns to the recording screen m 7 D is displayed when A is touched N appears when the standard definition image quality STD movie is selected with TB SET e You can scroll the display by touching and dragging D or E e IPI appears with the movie or photo that was most recently played or recorded If you touch the movie or photo with IP you can continue playback
36. MOVIE PHOTO and PLAYBACK Example deleting SPOT MTR FCS and registering 19 FADER OF MY MENU MOVIE 19 l MOVIE l PHOTO l al l l C L J l MY MENU SETTING L Shaw others mY MENU SETTING Q MY MENU SETTING MOVIE G manual SETTINGS SPOT MTR FCS Kd b SCENE SELECTION 8 Select the item to be registered E D raprn R L l l 7 8 w BAL fol K a l L 9 SPOT MTR FCS Touch MENU Touch MY MENU SETTING Touch MOVIE Touch SPOT MTR FCS Touch KIS Touch FADER under LM MANUAL SETTINGS category When MY MENU is displayed touch SE Repeat the same steps above to register menu items on MY MENU and enjoy using your Handycam Tips e When an external storage device is connected the exclusive MY MENU appears Using the e OPTION MENU The OPTION MENU appears just like the pop up window that appears when you right click the mouse on a computer When is displayed at bottom right of the screen you can use the OPTION MENU You touch RR and the menu items you can change in the context appear Menu item oG OJE avor _ a z Ca Oy BS i Q J J C Tab Touch OPTION Touch the desired tab the item to change the setting After compl
37. NVCOLOR Records wider range of colors EANWIDE SELECT Sets the horizontal to vertical ratio when recording movies with standard definition image quality STD PHOTO SETTINGS category SELF TIMER he self timer when your camcorder is in photo recording mode MAGE SIZE he photo size MSTEADYSHOT r he SteadyShot function when recording photos FLASH MODE Sets how the flash is activated FLASH LEVEL he brightness of flash REDEYE REDUC Prevents redeye when shooting with flash FILE NO anata ares Sets how to assign the file number ES PLAYBACK category VISUAL INDEX Displays recording images as thumbnails p 27 VIEW IMAGES DATE INDEX Enables searching for desired images by date GIMAP HY ss ssescieccceciectecnc Displays the Map Index for searching for movies and photos by recording location UBB FILM ROLL Displays and plays the scenes by a certain interval FACE isplays and plays the face scenes PLAYLIST isplays and plays the playlist of movies SBHIGHUGHT sessesssesnseene Selects a number of short scenes and plays them back together as a digest of your movies with music and visual effects SCENARIO w asessssessecessseeensee Plays the favorite scenario saved in Highlight Playback PLAYBACK SET EHO 72 50 2 ee Sets image quality for recording playback or editing movies DATA CODE Displays the detailed recording data during playbac
38. S ONY 4 170 539 12 1 Table of contents 10 Getting started 12 Recording Playback 21 i Making good use of your 33 camcorder Saving movies and photos 35 with a computer HDR CX550E CX550VE Saving images with an 46 XR550E XR550VE external device Digital HD Video Camera Recorder peal your 55 S E camcorder Operating Guide Additional information 63 ACHD HDmMI LE Prom Memory STICK mm SP SD Quick reference 72 MAPS XC crass ciass HANDYCAM 2010 Sony Corporation Read this first Before operating the unit please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard do not expose the unit to rain or moisture Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine fire or the like CAUTION Battery pack If the battery pack is mishandled the battery pack can burst cause a fire or even chemical burns Observe the following cautions e Do not disassemble e Do not crush and do not expose the battery pack to any shock or force such as hammering dropping or stepping on it e Do not short circuit and do not allow metal objects to come into contact with the battery terminals e Do not expose to high temperature above 60 C 140 F such as in direct sunlight or in a car parked in the sun e Do not incinerate or dispose of in fire e Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries e Be sure to charge the ba
39. SET Lisbon Berlin Paris Helsinki 1 1 2010 0 00 00 CLOCK SET l NEXT e To set the date and time again touch MENU MENU Show others gt CLOCK fA LANG under AS GENERAL SET category gt CLOCK SET When an item is not on the screen touch EB EJ until the item appears 3 Set SUMMERTIME date and time then touch es The clock starts e If you set SUMMERTIME to ON the clock advances 1 hour gt SUMMERTIME OFF ON Comae Go 1 1 2010 0 00 00 C CLOCK SET CLOCK SET NEXT GB 15 GB 16 Notes The date and time does not appear during recording but they are automatically recorded on the recording media and can be displayed during playback To display the date and time touch MENU Show others gt PLAYBACK SET under gt PLAYBACK category gt DATA CODE DATE TIME gt gt ES e You can turn off the operation beeps by touching MENU Show others gt SOUND DISP SET under GENERAL SET category BEEP OFF gt gt gt x 1 e If the button you touch does not react correctly calibrate the touch panel e 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
40. USB DISC BURN Allows you to save images onto discs by pressing the DISC BURN button p 41 TV CONNECT Guide Introduces the connection method depending on the TV type connected p 30 MUSIC TOOL EMPTY MUSIC Deletes music files DOWNLOAD MUSIC Download music files that can be played with Highlight Playback BATTERY INFO eee Displays the battery information K MANAGE MEDIA category MEDIA SETTINGS MOVIE MEDIA SET Sets the media for recording movies p 18 PHOTO MEDIA SET Sets the media for recording photos p 18 MEDIA INFO Displays information on the recording media such as free space MEDIA FORMAT INT MEMORY Deletes all data on the internal memory HDD Deletes all data on the internal hard disk MEMORY CARD Deletes all data on the memory card REPAIR IMG DB F INT MEMORY Repairs the image database file on the internal memory p 65 Repairs the image database file on the internal hard disk p 65 MEMORY CARD Repairs the image database file on the memory card p 65 GB 60 GENERAL SET category SOUND DISP SET VOLUME Adjusts the volume of playback sound p 29 Sets whether the camcorder sounds operation beeps or not LCD BRIGHT Adjusts the brightness of the LCD screen LCD BL LEVEL Adjusts the backlight of the LCD screen LCD COLOR Adjusts the color
41. XR550VE card The model with is equipped with GPS Notes on use e 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 ejecting the memory card when the access lamp p 20 is lit or flashing removing the battery pack or AC Adaptor from the camcorder or applying mechanical shock or vibration to the camcorder when the FH Movie Photo lamps p 21 or the access lamp p 20 are lit or flashing When using a shoulder belt sold separately do not crash the camcorder against an object e Do not use your camcorder in very loud areas HDR XR550E XRSS50VE On the drop sensor HDR XR550E XR550VE e To protect the internal hard disk from shock by dropping the camcorder has a drop sensor function When a drop occurs or under a non gravity condition the block noise made when this function is activated by the camcorder may also be recorded If the drop sensor catches a drop repeatedly recording playback may be stopped Note on using the camcorder at high altitudes HDR XR550E XR550VE e Do not turn on the camcorder in a low pressure area where the altitude is more than 5 000 meters 16 000 feet Doing so may damage the internal hard disk drive of your camcorder Operation flow Getting started p 12 Prepare the power source and memory card Recording mo
42. able sold separately DROP SENSOR Activates or deactivates the drop sensor REC LAMP Sets REC LAMP to light up or not REMOTE CTRL Sets whether the Wireless Remote Commander is to be used or not HDR CX550VE XR550VE 2 HDR CX550E CX550VE 3 HDR XR550E XR550VE Japsoued JNOA Bulziwo sn gt GB 61 GB 62 Getting detailed information from the Handycam Handbook The Handycam Handbook is a user guide 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 To install the Handycam Handbook on a Windows computer place the supplied CD ROM in the disc drive of your computer 2 On the installation screen displayed click Handbook AE 3 Click the desired language and the model name of your camcorder Install and follow the on screen instructions to install Handycam Handbook e The model name of your camcorder is printed on its bottom surface To view the Handycam Handbook double click the short cut icon on the computer screen e When using a Macintosh open the Handbook GB folder in the CD ROM then copy Handbook pdf e You need Adobe Reader to read Handycam Handbook If it is not installed on your computer you can download it from the Adobe Systems web page http www adobe com e Refer to
43. ach a charged battery pack to the camcorder p 12 e Connect the plug of the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet wall socket p 14 The camcorder does not operate even when the power is set to on e It takes a few seconds for your camcorder to be ready to shoot after the power is turned on This is not a malfunction e Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet wall socket or remove the battery pack then reconnect it after about 1 minute If your camcorder still does not work press RESET p 74 using a pointed object If you press RESET all settings including the clock setting are reset The temperature of your camcorder is extremely high Turn off the camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place The temperature of your camcorder is extremely low Leave the camcorder with the power turned on If you still cannot operate your camcorder turn off the camcorder and take it to a warm place Leave the camcorder there for a while then turn on the camcorder Your camcorder gets warm e Your camcorder may become warm during operation This is not a malfunction The power abruptly turns off e Use the AC Adaptor p 14 e Turn on the power again e Charge the battery pack p 12 Pressing START STOP or PHOTO does not record images x Press MODE to turn on the FH Movie or Photo lamp e Your camcorder is recording the image you have just shot on the recording media You cann
44. and zooming Expected recording time of movies in the internal recording media e To set the recording mode touch MENU Show others IRB REC MODE under SG SHOOTING SET category In the default setting the recording mode is HD HQ Internal memory High definition image quality HD in h hour and m minute i Recording time Recording mode HDR CX550E HDR CX550VE HD FX 6h5m 6h HD FH 7h45m 7h40m HD HQ 15h50m 15h35m HD LP 25h35m 25h15m 5 1 ch HD LP 26h55m 26h35m 2 ch Standard definition image quality STD in h hour and m minute f Recording time Recording mode HDR CX550E HDR CX550VE STD HQ 15h50m 15h35m 5 1 ch STD HQ 16h15m 16h5m 2 ch uopewoyu jeuonippy m GB 69 70 Internal hard disk High definition image quality HD in h hour and m minute Recording time Recording mode HDR XR550E HDR XR550VE HD FX 23h 22h50m HD FH 29h 20 m 29h10m HD HQ 59h 30m 59h 20 m HD LP 96h 30 m 96h10m 5 1 ch HD LP 101 h 20m 101h 2 ch Standard definition image quality STD in h hour and m minute Recording time Recording mode HDR XR550E HDR XR550VE STD HQ 59h40m 59 h 20 m 5 1 ch STD HQ 61h20m 61h10m 2 ch You can change the recording sound format with AUDIO MODE p 58 Example of expected recording time of movies in a memo
45. category gt DATA CODE a desired se ting gt EE EE Es In addition touch MENU Show others gt OUTPUT SETTINGS under ZL GENERAL SET category gt DISP OUTPUT V OUT PANEL ES Es When the screen size of display devices TV etc is 4 3 touch MENU MENU Show others gt OUTPUT SETTINGS under S amp S GENERAL SET category gt TV TYPE gt 43 lt E Ee e When you connect a monaural device connect the yellow plug of the A V connecting cable to the video input jack and the white left channel or the red right channel plug to the audio input jack on the device m Customizing your camcorder Using menus Using the menus you can perform useful functions and change various settings If you make good use of menu operations you can enjoy using your camcorder The camcorder has various menu items under each of eight menu categories M MANUAL SETTINGS Items to adjust for scene condition gt p 58 LE SHOOTING SET Items for customized shooting p 58 o PHOTO SETTINGS Items for recording photos gt p 59 E PLAYBACK Items for playback p 59 EDIT Items for editing p 59 OTHERS Items for other settings gt p 60 gt MANAGE MEDIA Items for recording media p 60 XS GENERAL SET Other setup items p 61 e Menu items are described in more details in the Handycam Handbook Setting menus Oe
46. cc cece cece cece eee c eect ence eete eee eee eee eeebeeeeeeeneees 30 B Making good use of your camcorder Deleting movies and photos 33 B Saving movies and photos with a computer Preparing a computer Windows 00 06 0c cece ee cece eee eeeeee eee eeeeeeeeeeeneees 35 When using a Macintosh 36 Starting PMB Picture Motion Browser 38 Selecting the method for creating a disc computer 39 Creating a disc with one touch One Touch Disc Burn 41 Importing movies and photos to a computer cc cece cece ee eee eee eee eees 42 Greatingiain AVCHD AISE sc aen tec con oes eect i ar ane er ae Woe 43 Playing an AVCHD disc on a computer 43 Creating a Blu ray disc 44 Creating a standard definition image quality STD disc that can be played on ordinary DVD Players i nisaar Sasa e a YZ 97 2 onda Hac 7 ala pate set eens 44 Copying a dS Zala Lal aaee inks dese A A dais aaa AA EAE Tare 45 Editing Movies 3 28 occas ise odes e Ua haa nk dee ee dees 45 Capturing photos from a MOVIE 5 e ccc c cece e cece eee eee eee nett ee een ees 45 GB 10 B Saving images with an external device Saving images in external media DIRECT COPY Creating a disc with a DVD writer recorder ccc eects e sees ee cece eee eee ees B Customizing your camcorder USING MENUS wien Soo hen alba ewe ale uh gn beta Sa ahead abe ahaa bee E ed li diga teed N 55 Getting detailed information from the Handycam Handbook
47. cover If you should lose the fuse cover please contact your nearest Sony service station FOR CUSTOMERS IN EUROPE CE Hereby Sony Corporation declares that this HDR CX550VE HDR XR550VE Digital HD Video Camera Recorder is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Directive 1999 5 EC For details please access the following URL http www compliance sony de Notice for the customers in the countries applying EU Directives The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation 1 7 1 Konan Minato ku Tokyo 108 0075 Japan The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH Hedelfinger Strasse 61 70327 Stuttgart Germany For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents ATTENTION The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound of this unit This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters 9 8 feet Notice If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to discontinue midway fail restart the application or disconnect and connect the communication cable USB etc again Disposal of Old Electrical amp Electronic Equipment Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate ME collection sy
48. definition image quality STD disc with a recorder etc You can dub images played back on your Input camcorder on a disc or video cassette S VIDEO by connecting your camcorder to a disc L recorder a Sony DVD writer etc other VIDEO than DVDirect Express with the A V z a connecting cable Connect the device in Yellow either way of 1 or 2 Refer also to the White instruction manuals supplied with the Cy aad re 70 devices to be connected A AUDIO Notes S le e Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet wall Yellow Red socket using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation p 14 e Sony DVD writer may not be available in some X countries regions Signal flow e High definition image quality HD movies will be dubbed with standard definition image ddIAap LU197 X Ue YUM sabe Hujnes RS quality STD EJ Insert the recording media in the c recordin vice 1 A V connecting cable supplied ecording device Connect the A V connecting cable to the If your recording device has an input input jack of another device selector set it to the input mode 2 A V connecting cable with S VIDEO sold separately E Connect your camcorder to the When connecting to another device f i i T rain VI a AISC f raer via the S VIDEO jack by using an A V E a g device a dise ais a
49. edium gt YES YES We Notes on optional accessories e We recommend using genuine Sony accessories e Genuine Sony accessories may not be available in some countries regions About this manual illustrations and on screen displays e The example images used in this manual for illustration purposes are captured using a digital still camera and therefore may appear different from images and screen indicators that actually appear on your camcorder And the illustrations of your camcorder and its screen indication are exaggerated or simplified for understandability e In this manual the internal memory HDR CX550E CX550VE and the hard disk HDR XR550E XR550VE of the camcorder and the memory card are called recording media In this manual the DVD disc recorded with high definition image quality HD is called AVCHD disc e Design and specifications of your camcorder and accessories are subject to change without notice Confirm the model name of your camcorder e The model name is shown in this manual when there is a difference in specification between models Confirm the model name on the bottom of your camcorder e The main differences in specification of this series are as follows Recording Capacity USB media of internal jack recording media HDR Internal 64 GB Input CX550E memory output HDR memory CX550VE card HDR Internal 240 GB XR550E hard disk HDR memory
50. een while recording movies the camcorder stops recording The maximum continuous recordable time of movies is about 13 hours e When a movie file exceeds 2 GB the next movie file is created automatically e It will take several seconds until you can start recording after you turn on the camcorder You cannot operate your camcorder during this time GB 22 e The following states will be indicated if data is still being written onto the recording media after recording has finished During this time do not apply shock or vibration to the camcorder or remove the battery or AC Adaptor Access lamp p 20 is lit or flashing The media icon in the upper right of the LCD screen is flashing Tips e See page 69 on the recordable time of movies e You can record photos during movie recording by pressing PHOTO fully Dual Rec e When a face is detected a white frame appears and the image quality around the face is optimized automatically FACE DETECTION e You can specify the priority face by touching it e In the default setting a photo is recorded automatically when the camcorder detects the smile of a person during movie recording Smile Shutter e You can capture photos from recorded movies e You can check the recordable time estimated remaining capacity etc by touching MENU Show others gt MEDIA INFO under gt MANAGE MEDIA category e The LCD screen of your camcorder can display recordin
51. emaining Disc capacity e Press and hold the image down on the LCD screen to confirm the image Touch to return to the previous screen By touching date you can search for images by date Touch KIS YES on the camcorder screen e To create another disc of the same contents insert a new disc and touch CREATE SAME DISC After the operation is completed touch EXIT END on the camcorder screen Disconnect the USB cable from your camcorder Notes Do not do any of the following when creating a disc Turn off the camcorder Disconnect the USB cable or the AC adaptor Subject the camcorder to mechanical shock or vibration Eject the memory card from the camcorder e Play the created disc to make sure dubbing was performed correctly before deleting the movies on your camcorder e If Failed or DISC BURN failed appears on the screen insert another disc into the DVD writer and perform the DISC BURN operation again Co Tips e If the total memory size of movies to be burnt by the DISC BURN operation exceeds that of the disc disc creation stops when the limit is reached The last movie on the disc may be cut off Disc creation time to dub movies to the limit of the disc is about 20 to 60 minutes It may take more time depending on the recording mode or the number of scenes Also if high definition image quality HD is converted to standard definition image quality STD
52. en 2 Touch the recording media that contains the images you want to save on the camcorder screen USB CONNECT Internal memory BUSB CONNECT Internal hard disk USB CONNECT Memory card e The displayed recording media differ depending on the model e If the USB SELECT screen does not appear touch MENU Show others USB CONNECT under OTHERS category The window for import appears on the computer screen 3 Click Import e Refer to PMB Help p 38 for details T epet Mega Fes to BA aS Movies and photos are imported to your computer When the operation is completed the PMB screen appears G Tips e You can export high definition image quality HD movies from your computer to your camcorder See PMB Help p 38 for details Creating an AVCHD disc You can create an AVCHD disc by putting together high definition image quality HD movies previously imported to your computer p 42 In this section the procedure for recording a high definition image quality HD movie ona DVD disc is explained Turn on your computer and place an unused disc on the DVD drive e See page 39 for the type of discs you can use e If any other software than PMB starts automatically shut it down Start PMB p 38 Click Calendar or Index on the left side in the window and select the date or folder then selec
53. ernal hard disk Q Tips e To change the recording media see page 18 Press MODE to turn on the Photo lamp The LCD screen display switches for photo recording mode and the screen aspect ratio becomes 4 3 Press PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus then press it fully e You can record photos also by touching m on the LCD screen Eo Flashes Lights up IE When Ilillll disappears the photo is recorded QO Tips e You can check the recordable number of photos on the LCD p 72 e To change the image size touch MENU Show others MBIMAGE SIZE under G PHOTO SETTINGS category a desired setting gt ES e You cannot record photos while is displayed e Your camcorder flashes automatically when there is insufficient ambient light The flash does not work in the movie recording mode You can change how your camcorder flashes by CEW MENU Show others gt FLASH MODE under 0 PHOTO SETTINGS category a desired setting gt R ES e If you record photos using a flash with a conversion lens sold separately the shadow may be reflected If white circular spots appear on photos This is caused by particles dust pollen etc floating close to the lens When they are accentuated by the camcorder s flash they appear as white circular spots To reduce the white circular spots light the room and shoot the subject without a flash E gt
54. eting the setting touch zs Notes e Grayed out menu items or settings are not available e When the item you want is not on the screen touch another tab There may be no tab e The tabs and items that appear on the screen depend on the recording playback status of your camcorder at the time Japsowed JNOA Bulziwo sn gt GB 57 CM MANUAL SETTINGS category SCENE SELECTION Selects an appropriate recording setting according to the type of scene such as night view or beach EHFADER Fades scenes in or out WHITE BAL Adjusts the color balance to the brightness of the recording environment SPOT MTR FCS Adjusts the brightness and focus for the selected subject simultaneously SPOT METER Adjusts the brightness of images to a subject you touch on the screen SPOT FOCUS cuses on a subject you touch on the screen justs the brightness of movies and photos cuses manually Shoots a subject in focus with the background out of focus JAE SHIFT sassstosesesssscgosnsnonssesogbbe00s Adjusts the exposure WB SHIFT Adjust the white balance manually GOLF SHOT Divides two seconds of fast movement into frames which are then recorded as a movie and photos SMTH SLW REC Records fast moving subjects in slow motion CG SHOOTING SET category Ib 4 10 SET Sets image quality for recording playback or editing movies FFHREC MODE eects Sets the mode to record
55. explosion Specifications System Signal format PAL color CCIR standards HDTV 1080 50i specification Movie recording format HD MPEG 4 AVC H 264 AVCHD format compatible STD MPEG 2 PS Audio recording system Dolby Digital 2ch 5 1ch Dolby Digital 5 1 Creator Photo file format DCF Ver 2 0 Compatible Exif Ver 2 21 Compatible MPF Baseline Compatible Recording media Movie Photo Internal memory HDR CX550E CX550VE 64 GB Internal hard disk HDR XR550E XR550VE 240 GB Memory Stick PRO Duo media SD card Class 4 or faster When measuring media capacity 1 GB equals 1 billion bytes a portion of which is used for system management and or application files The capacity that a user can use is below HDR CX550E approximately 63 6 GB HDR CX550VE approximately 62 8 GB HDR XR550E approximately 239 GB HDR XRS550VE approximately 238 GB Viewfinder Electronic viewfinder color Image device 6 3 mm 1 2 88 type CMOS sensor Recording pixels photo 4 3 Max 12 0 mega 4 000 x 3 000 pixels Gross Approx 6 631 000 pixels Effective movie 16 9 Approx 4 150 000 pixels Effective photo 16 9 Approx 4 500 000 pixels Effective photo 4 3 Approx 6 000 000 pixels Lens G lens 10 x Optical 14 x 120 x Digital Filter diameter 37 mm 1 1 2 in F1 8 3 4 Focal length f 3 8 38 0 mm 5 32 1 1 2 in UOHeWOJU jeuonippy GB 67 GB 68 When converted to a 35 mm still came
56. fer the camcorder it is recommended that you perform EMPTY See Getting detailed information from the Handycam Handbook on page 62 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 Note on disposal transfer of memory card Even if you delete data in the memory card or format the memory card on your camcorder or a computer you may not delete data from the memory card completely When you give the memory card to somebody it is recommended that you delete data completely using data deletion software on a computer Also when you dispose of the memory card it is recommended that you destroy the actual body of the memory card To change the battery of the Wireless Remote Commander While pressing on the tab inset your fingernail into the slit to pull out the battery case Place a new battery with the side facing up Insert the battery case back into the Wireless Remote Commander until it clicks Q Tab gt A WARNING Battery may explode if mistreated Do not recharge disassemble or dispose of in fire e When the lithium battery becomes weak the operating distance of the Wireless Remote Commander may shorten or the Wireless Remote Commander may not function properly In this case replace the battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or
57. ff and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver 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 The supplied interface cable must be used with the equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules Battery pack This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Supplied items The numbers in are the supplied quantity AC Adaptor 1 Power cord Mains lead 1 Component A V cable 1 A A V connecting cable 1 B USB cable 1 C Wireless Remote Commander 1 A button type lithium battery is already installed Remove the insulation sheet before using the Wireless Remote Commander Rechargeable battery pack NP FV50 1 CD ROM Handycam Application Software 1 p 36 PMB software including PMB Help Handycam Handbook PDF O
58. ful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Declaration of Conformity Trade Name SONY Model No HDR XR550E Responsible Party Sony Electronics Inc Address 16530 Via Esprillo San Diego CA 92127 U S A Telephone No 858 942 2230 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation CAUTION You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment o
59. g connecting cable with an S VIDEO cable etc with the A V connecting sold separately higher quality images can cable 1 supplied or an A V be produced than with an A V connecting connecting cable with S VIDEO cable Connect the white and red plug left right audio and the S VIDEO plug 2 sold separately S VIDEO channel of the A V connecting e Connect your camcorder to the input jacks cable with an S VIDEO cable If you connect the S VIDEO plug only you will hear no sound The yellow plug video connection is not necessary nB 53 of the recording device GB 54 EJ Start playback on your camcorder and record it on the recording device e Refer to the instruction manuals supplied with your recording device for details EJ When dubbing is finished stop the recording device and then your camcorder Notes e Since dubbing is performed via analog data transfer the image quality may deteriorate You cannot dub images to recorders connected with an HDMI cable To hide the screen indicators such as a counter etc on the screen of the monitor device connected touch TE MENU Show others gt OUTPUT SETTINGS under xs GENERAL SET category gt DISP OUTPUT LCD PANEL the default setting gt ES ES EB e To record the date time coordinates HDR CX550VE XR550VE or camera settings data touch MENU Show others gt PLAYBACK SET under B PLAYBACK
60. g images across the entire screen full pixel display However this may cause slight trimming of the top bottom right and left edges of images when played back on a TV which is not compatible with full pixel display In this case set GUIDEFRAME to ON and record images using the outer frame displayed on the screen as a guide e To adjust the angle of the LCD panel first open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder Q and then adjust the angle 90 degrees max TAS A eo 180 degrees max Ne C 90 degrees to the camcorder e When you make recording with the viewfinder only pull out the viewfinder and close the LCD panel If the indicator on the viewfinder appear blurred adjust the viewfinder lever located on the side of the viewfinder e EYSTEADYSHOT is set to ACTIVE in the default setting yoeqhe q Bulpsoray P GB 23 GB 24 Data code during recording The recording date time and condition and coordinates HDR CX550VE XR550VE 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 Show others PLAYBACK SET under B PLAYBACK category DATA CODE a desired setting gt gt E Shooting photos In the default setting photos are recorded on the following recording media HDR CX550E CX550VE Internal memory HDR XR550E XR550VE Int
61. ge on the LCD screen to confirm the image Touch to return to the previous screen Touch YES gt ES Saving movies and photos with a computer Preparing a computer Windows You can perform following operations using PMB Picture Motion Browser Importing images to a computer Viewing and editing imported images Creating a disc Uploading movies and photos to websites To save movies and photos using a computer install PMB from the supplied CD ROM beforehand Notes Do not format the media of your camcorder from a computer Your camcorder may not operate correctly This camcorder captures high definition footage in the AVCHD format Using the enclosed PC software high definition footage can be copied onto DVD media However DVD media containing AVCHD footage should not be used with DVD based players or recorders as the DVD player recorder may fail to eject the media and may erase its contents without warning Step 1 Checking the computer system Os Microsoft Windows XP SP3 Windows Vista SP2 Windows 7 cpus Intel Core Duo 1 66 GHz or faster or Intel Core 2 Duo 1 66 GHz or faster Intel Core 2 Duo 2 26 GHz or faster is required when processing HD FX HD FH movies However Intel Pentium III 1 GHz or faster is sufficient for the following operations Importing the movies and photos to the computer One Touch Disc Burn Creating a B
62. hts up in red during recording The lamp flashes when the remaining recording media capacity or battery power is low MANUAL button 26 MANUAL dial 26 LCD screen Touch panel If you rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees you can close the LCD panel with the LCD screen facing out This is convenient during playback operations HDR CX550E CX550VE Ml lk LQ A N IO A 0 N NI 1601 0 gt Or A Oo N N p VIEW IMAGES button 27 DISC BURN button 41 NIGHTSHOT button 26 1809 INTELLIGENT AUTO button POWER button 15 RESET button Press RESET using a pointed object Press RESET to initialize all the settings including the clock setting GPS switch HDR CX550VE XR550VE 25 Speaker MODE button 21 H Movie 3 Photo lamps 21 Y USB jack 37 41 42 46 49 HDMI OUT jack 30 HDR CX550E CX550VE A NI 169 Ou A Oo N gt Eyecup Viewfinder 23 Viewfinder lens adjustment lever
63. iate waste handling of the battery The recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources In case of products that for safety performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery this battery should be replaced by qualified service staff only To ensure that the battery will be treated properly hand over the product at end of life to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment For all other batteries please view the section on how to remove the battery from the product safely Hand the battery over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of waste batteries For more detailed information about recycling of this product or battery please contact your local Civic Office your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product For customers in the U S A If you have any questions about this product you may call Sony Customer Information Center 1 800 222 SONY 7669 The number below is for the FCC related matters only Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name SONY Model No HDR CX550E Responsible Party Sony Electronics Inc Address 16530 Via Esprillo San Diego CA 92127 U S A Telephone No 858 942 2230 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harm
64. ing the power cord mains lead See the label on the AC Adaptor for other specifications Rechargeable battery pack NP FV50 Maximum output voltage DC 8 4 Y Output voltage DC 6 8 V Maximum charge voltage DC 8 4 V Maximum charge current 2 1 A Capacity Typical 7 0 Wh 1 030 mAh Minimum 6 6 Wh 980 mAh Type Li ion Design and specifications of your camcorder and accessories are subject to change without notice e Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Expected charging and running time for the supplied battery pack in minute HDR CX550E CX550VE Image quality H STD Charging time 155 full charge Continuous 0 145 recording time 5 155 Typical recording 55 70 time 55 75 Playback time 90 240 215 280 HDR XR550E XR550VE Image quality H STD Charging time 155 full charge Continuous 00 130 recording time 05 140 Typical recording 50 65 time 50 70 Playback time 65 200 80 225 e Top When the LCD screen is opened Bottom When recording with the viewfinder without opening the LCD screen e Recording and playback time is approximate time available using a fully charged battery pack e High definition image quality HD Standard definition image quality STD e Recording condition FIREC MODE is set to HQ e Typical recording time shows the time when you repeat recording start stop turning the power on off
65. intensity of the LCD screen DISPLAY SET Sets the duration that icons or indicators are displayed on the LCD screen OUTPUT SETTINGS TV TYPE aectecnc oate Converts the signal depending on the TV connected p 30 COMPONENT Select this option when you connect your camcorder to a TV with the component input jack p 31 HDMI RESOLUTION Selects the output image resolution when connecting your camcorder to a TV with an HDMI cable DISP OUTPUT Sets whether the on screen displays appears on the TV screen or not CLOCK f amp LANG CLOCK SEV ascents conn Sets the date and time p 15 AREA SET Adjusts for a time difference without stopping the clock p 15 AUTO CLOCK ADJ 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 SUMMERTIME Sets the summertime p 15 fA LANGUAGE SET Sets the display language p 17 POWER SETTINGS A SHUT OEE Changes the LA SHUT OFF setting p 14 OTHER SETTINGS DEMO MODE ssssssssee Sets whether the demonstration appears or not CAURBRATION Calibrates the touch panel CTRL FOR HDMI Sets whether or not the TV s Remote Commander is to be used when the camcorder is connected to a BRAVIA Sync compatible TV with the HDMI c
66. k Lal EDIT category DELETE EH DELETE Deletes movies DELETE Deletes photos SCENARIO ERASE ERASE ALL PROTECT EHPROTECT PROTECT WEA DIV IDE secs anao PHOTO CAPTURE MOVIE DUB DUB by select DUB by date Erases scenarios saved in Highlight Playback Erases all scenarios saved in Highlight Playback Protects movies to avoid deleting Protects photos to avoid deleting Divides movies Captures photos from desired scenes of movies Selects movies and dub Dubs all movies of a specified date Japsoued JNOA Bulziwo sn gt GB 59 tm DUB ALL Es DUB ALL Dubs all saved movies in a playlist PHOTO COPY COPY by select Selects photos and copy COPY by date Copies all photos of a specified date PLAYLIST EDIT E ADD ESMHADD Adds movies in a playlist TIE ADD by date BADD by date Adds movies recorded on a same day at one time in a playlist Etm ERASE Em ERASE Erases movies from a playlist im ERASE ALL Esr ERASE ALL Erases all movies from a playlist Etm MOVE Es1 MOVE Changes the order of movies in a playlist OTHERS category BEYOUR LOCATIONS Displays the current location on a map USB CONNECT USB CONNECT Connects the internal memory via USB SUSB CONNECT Connects the internal hard disk via USB TIUSB CONNECT Connects the memory card via
67. lable external media go to the Sony support website in your country region Co Tips e You can import images saved in the external media by using the supplied software PMB Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet wall Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord mains lead to the DC IN jack of your camcorder and the wall outlet wall socket 2 If the external media has the AC power cable connect it to the wall outlet wall socket 3 Connect the USB Adaptor Cable to the external media 4 Connect the USB Adaptor Cable to the Y USB jack of your camcorder When the Create a new Image Database File screen appears touch YES USB Adaptor Cable sold separately Caem E ITE 5 Touch Copy on the camcorder screen Movies and photos in the internal recording media of the camcorder that have not yet been saved on to external media can be saved e This screen will appear only when there are newly recorded images 6 After the operation is completed touch on the camcorder screen Notes e The number of scenes you can save on the external media are as follows However even if the external media has free space you cannot save scenes exceeding the following number High definition image quality HD movies Max 3 999 Standard definition image quality STD movies 9 999 Photos 9 999 frames x 899 folders The number of scenes may be smaller depending on
68. lu ray disc AVCHD disc DVD video Intel Core Duo 1 66 GHz or faster is required when creating a DVD video by converting high definition image quality HD to standard definition image quality STD Copying a disc Processing only the movies with standard definition image quality STD Application DirectX 9 0c or later This product is based on DirectX technology It is necessary to have DirectX installed Memory For Windows XP 512 MB or more 1 GB or more is recommended However 256 MB or more is sufficient for processing only the movies with standard definition image quality STD For Windows Vista Windows 7 1 GB or more Hard disk Disk volume required for installation Approximately 500 MB 10 GB or more may be necessary when creating AVCHD discs 50 GB maximum may be necessary when creating Blu ray discs Display Minimum 1 024 x 768 dots Others USB port this must be provided as standard Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 compatible Blu ray disc DVD burner CD ROM drive is necessary for installation Either NTFS or exFAT file system is recommended as the hard disk file system 4Ja Ndwod e y m sojoyd pue s jaow Hues GB 35 GB 36 Y Standard installation is required Operation is not assured if the OS has been upgraded or in a multi boot environment 264 bit editions and Starter Edition are not supported Windows Image Mastering API IM
69. mcorder to malfunction Take images of the sun only in low light conditions such as at dusk About language setting e 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 p 17 On recording e To ensure stable operation of the memory card it is recommended to initialize the memory card with your camcorder before the first use Initializing the memory card will erase all the data stored on it and the data will be irrecoverable Save your important data on your PC etc e Before starting to record test the recording function to make sure the image and sound are recorded without any problems e Compensation for the contents of recordings cannot be provided even if recording or playback is not possible due to a malfunction of the camcorder recording media etc e TV color systems differ depending on the country region To view your recordings on a TV you need a PAL system based TV e Television programs films video tapes and other materials may be copyrighted Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the copyright laws Notes on playing back e The camcorder is compatible with MPEG 4 AVC H 264 High Profile for high definition image quality HD recording Therefore you cannot play back images recorded with high definition image quality HD on the camcorder with the following devices
70. mory card adaptor Doing so may cause a malfunction Open the cover and insert the memory card with the notched edge in the direction as illustrated until it clicks e Close the cover after inserting the memory card Note direction of notched corner Access lamp The Create a new Image Database File screen may appear if you insert a new memory card In that case touch YES If you record only photos on the memory card touch NO e 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 data may be damaged Notes e 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 by touching MENU Show others MEDIA FORMAT under S MANAGE MEDIA category gt MEMORY CARD YES YES gt a To eject the memory card Open the cover and lightly push the memory card in once Do not open the cover during recording e When inserting or ejecting the memory card be careful so that the memory card does not pop out and drop Dubbing or copying movies and photos from the internal recording media to memory card Touch MENU Show others gt MOVIE DUB PHOTO COPY under amp EDIT category then follow the displays on the screen m Recording Playback Recording In the default setting movies are rec
71. n create a standard definition image quality STD disc p 44 Install PMB beforehand p 36 however do not start PMB Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet wall socket using the AC Adaptor supplied for this operation p 14 With One Touch Disc Burn function on your camcorder you can save movies and photos recorded on the internal recording media only Turn on your computer and place an unused disc on the DVD drive e See page 40 for the type of discs you can use e If any other software than PMB starts automatically shut it down 2 Turn on your camcorder then connect the camcorder to the computer using the supplied USB cable 3 Press DISC BURN mY lt L a 4 Follow the instructions on the computer screen Notes e Movies and photos are not saved on the computer when you perform One Touch Disc Burn Jayndwo e UI sozoyd pue s jaow Hues E GB 41 GB 42 Importing movies and photos to a computer Movies and photos recorded on your camcorder can be imported to a computer Turn on the computer beforehand Notes e Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet wall socket using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation p 14 1 Turn on your camcorder then connect the camcorder to the computer using the supplied USB cable The USB SELECT screen appears on the camcorder scre
72. n image quality HD movies or photos recorded on your camcorder are described here Select the method that suits your disc player Player Choosing a method and disc type Blu ray disc playback Importing movies and photos to a devices a Blu ray disc player computer p 42 Blu ray PlayStation 3 etc O Creating a Blu ray disc with high definition image quality HD p 44 AVCHD format playback devices AVCHD a Sony Blu ray disc player PlayStation 3 etc Creating a disc with one touch One Touch Disc Burn p 41 Importing movies and photos to a computer p 42 AVCHD eel Sa Creating a AVCHD format disc with high definition image quality HD p 43 Ordinary DVD playback devices a DVD player a aie Importing movies and photos to a can play DVDs etc computer p 42 STD Qe 4 Creating a standard definition image quality STD disc p 44 To create a Blu ray disc the BD Add on Software for PMB must be installed p 44 Characteristics of each type of disc Using a Blu ray disc enables you to record high definition image quality HD movies of a longer duration than DVD discs AVCHD gt High definition image quality HD movie can be recorded on DVD media such as DVD R discs and a high definition image quality HD disc is created You can play a high definition image quality HD disc on AVCHD format playback devices such as
73. n search for images by date Touch KIS YES gt on the camcorder screen ddIAap eusa x9 Ue YM sabe Hues ia GB 47 To play back images in the external media on the camcorder Touch Play without coping in step 5 above The VISUAL INDEX screen of the external media is displayed Play back the image p 27 e You can also view images on a TV connected to your camcorder p 30 e You can play back the high definition image quality HD movies on your computer using Player for AVCHD Start Player for AVCHD p 43 and select the drive where the external media is connected with Settings Notes e The Date Index and Map Index HDR CX550VE XR550VE of photos cannot be displayed e If your camcorder does not recognize the external media try the following operations Reconnect the USB Adaptor Cable to your camcorder If the external media has the AC power cable connect it to the wall outlet wall socket To finish the external media connection Touch MST on the VISUAL INDEX screen of the external media Disconnect the USB Adaptor Cable GB 48 Creating a disc with a DVD writer recorder Selecting the method for creating a disc Several methods for creating an AVCHD disc or a standard definition image quality STD disc from high definition image quality HD movies or photos recorded on your camcorder are described here Select the method that suits your disc playe
74. ng full HD quality The TV will automatically switch to the appropriate mode when displaying photos Setup of the TV will be necessary Please refer to the instructions of your PhotoTV HD compatible TV for details m Making good use of your camcorder Deleting movies and photos You can free media space by deleting movies and photos from recording media Notes e 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 your camcorder while deleting the images It may damage the recording media Do not eject memory card while deleting images from the memory card e You cannot delete protected movies and photos Undo the protection of the movies and photos to delete them before you try to delete them e The demonstration movie on your camcorder is protected e If the deleted movie is included in the Playlist the movie added to the Playlist is deleted also from the Playlist e If the deleted movie is included in the saved Highlight Playback scenario the movie is also deleted from the scenario fo Tips e You can delete an image on the playback screen from OPTION MENU e To delete all images recorded in the recording media and recover all the recordable space of the media format the media e Reduced size images which enable you to view many images at the same time on an index screen are called thumbnails
75. orded with high definition image quality HD on the following media HDR CX550E CX550VE Internal memory HDR XR550E XR550VE Internal hard disk Tips e To change the recording media see page 18 Fasten the grip belt Open the LCD screen of your camcorder Your camcorder is turned on and the lens cover is opened e To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is already open press POWER p 15 e You can switch recording modes by pressing MODE Press MODE to light up the desired recording MODE MODE button _ T Y ee yoeqhe q Bulpsoray Py mode lamp H Movie When recording a movie G Photo When recording a photo GB 21 Recording movies Press START STOP to start recording e You can start recording also by touching in the bottom left of LCD screen START STOP S ae button S T B STBY REC To stop recording press START STOP again e You can stop recording also by touching in the bottom left of LCD screen e The icons and indicators on the LCD panel will be displayed for about 3 seconds then disappear after turning on your camcorder or switching the recording movie photo playback modes To display the icons and indicators again touch anywhere on the screen except the rec amp zoom buttons on the LCD Rec amp zoom buttons on LCD about 3sec after Notes e If you close the LCD scr
76. ot make any new recordings during this uopewoyu jeuonippy mi period e The recording media is full Delete unnecessary images p 33 e Total number of movie scenes or photos has exceeded the recordable capacity of your camcorder Delete unnecessary images p 33 63 GB 64 The recording stops e The temperature of your camcorder is extremely high low Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool warm place PMB cannot be installed e Check the computer environment or installation procedure required to install PMB p 35 PMB does not work correctly e Quit PMB 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 e Disconnect the USB cable from the computer and your camcorder and restart the computer then connect the computer and your camcorder again in an orderly manner Self diagnosis display Warning indicators If indicators appear on the LCD screen or viewfinder check the following If the problem persists even after you have tried to fix a couple of times contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility In this case when you contact them give them all the numbers of the error code beginning with C or E c 04 00 e The battery pack is not an InfoLITHIUM battery pack V series Use
77. our camcorder p 60 e Incompatible memory card is inserted p 19 LT Gn e Access to the memory card was restricted on another device 4 e There is something wrong with the flash W e The amount of light is not sufficient Use the flash e The camcorder is unsteady Hold the camcorder steady with both hands However note that the camera shake warning indicator does not disappear is The drop sensor function is activated You may not be able to record nor play back images e The recording media is full Delete unnecessary images p 33 e Photos cannot be recorded during processing Wait for a while then record Precautions On use and care e Do not use or store the camcorder and accessories in the following locations Anywhere extremely hot cold or humid Never leave them exposed to temperatures above 60 C 140 F such as under direct sunlight near heaters or in a car parked in the sun They may malfunction or become deformed Near strong magnetic fields or mechanical vibration The camcorder may malfunction Near strong radio waves or radiation The camcorder may not be able to record properly Near AM receivers and video equipment Noise may occur Ona sandy beach or anywhere dusty If sand or dust gets in your camcorder it may malfunction Sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired Near windows or outdoors where the LCD screen
78. owing memory cards for this camcorder Memory Stick PRO Duo Mark2 media Memory Stick PRO HG Duo media SD memory cards SDHC memory cards SDXC memory cards Speed Class 4 or faster is required for each SD card However operation with all memory cards is not assured Memory Stick PRO Duo media of up to 32 GB and SD cards of up to 64 GB have been verified to operate with your camcorder In this manual Memory Stick PRO Duo Mark2 media and Memory Stick PRO HG Duo media are called Memory Stick PRO Duo media SD memory card SDHC memory card and SDXC memory card are called SD card Notes A MultiMediaCard cannot be used with this camcorder e Movies recorded on SDXC memory cards cannot be imported to or played back on computers or A V devices not supporting the exFAT file system by connecting the camcorder to these devices with the USB cable Confirm in advance that the connecting equipment is supporting the exFAT system If you connect an equipment not supporting the exFAT system and the format screen appears do not perform the format All the data recorded will be lost The exFAT is a file system that is used for SDXC memory cards Size of memory card you can use with your camcorder GB 19 GB 20 e Memory Stick PRO Duo media half the size of Memory Stick or standard size SD cards can be used for this camcorder e Do not attach a label or the like on memory card or me
79. perating Guide This manual 1 A B e See page 19 for the memory card you can use with this camcorder Using the camcorder e Do not hold the camcorder by the following parts and also do not hold the camcorder by the jack covers Viewfinder Battery pack S e The camcorder is not dustproofed dripproofed or waterproofed See Precautions p 65 e Even if the camcorder is turned off the GPS function is working as long as the GPS switch is set to ON Make sure that the GPS switch is set to OFF during take off and landing of an airplane HDR CX550VE XR550VE Menu items LCD panel viewfinder and lens e A menu item that is grayed out is not available under the current recording or playback conditions e The LCD screen and viewfinder are manufactured using extremely high precision technology so over 99 99 of the pixels are operational for effective use However there may be some tiny black points and or bright points white red blue or green in color that appear constantly on the LCD screen These points are normal results of the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way aa Black points White red blue or green points Exposing the LCD screen the viewfinder or the lens to direct sunlight for long periods of time may cause malfunctions e Do not aim at the sun Doing so might cause your ca
80. r Notes Prepare a DVD disc such as a DVD R for creating a disc e See page 44 to create a Blu ray disc e See page 46 to save images in the external media AVCHD format compatible device Player gt Sony Blu ray disc player L PlayStation 3 etc eS v CEM Creating device gt DVD writer DVDirect Express p 49 e DVD writer etc other than DVDirect Express p 52 Disc type e AVCHD disc high definition image quality HD AVCHD Ordinary DVD device Player e DVD player e Computer that can play DVDs etc Creating device e DVD writer DVDirect Express p 49 e DVD writer other than DVDirect Express p 52 e Disc recorder etc p 53 Disc type e Standard definition image quality STD disc STD O Notes Always maintain your PlayStation 3 to use the latest version of the PlayStation 3 system software The PlayStation 3 may not be available in some countries regions Delete the demonstration movie when dubbing or creating discs If it is not deleted the camcorder may not operate correctly However you cannot recover the demonstration movie once you delete it The AVCHD disc can be played back only on AVCHD format compatible devices The AVCHD disc should not be used in DVD players recorders Because DVD players recorders are not compatible with the AVCHD format DVD players recorders may fail to eject the disc
81. r registered trademarks of their respective companies Furthermore and are not mentioned in each case in this manual UOHeWOJU jeuonippy GB 71 B reference Screen indicators GB 72 Upper left Center Upper right TT 1 Bottom Upper left Indicator Meaning MENU button d5 1ch d2ch AUDIO MODE o Self timer recording X l GPS tracking status od Flash REDEYE REDUC B MICREF LEVEL low 43 WIDE SELECT D BLT IN ZOOM MIC 60 min Remaining battery Upper right Indicator Meaning z5 Recording image quality m HD STD and recording SRJ mode FX FH HQ LP Sog Recording playback editing media 0 00 00 Counter hour minute second 00min Estimated recording remaining time FADER FADER FADER 9999 G Approximate number of 9999 O O recordable photos and 9999 O recording media Est Playback folder Current playing movie or 100 112 photo Number of total recorded movies or photos Bottom Indicator Meaning 1 gore FACE DETECTION set gt M Recording folder to OFF Return button SMILE DETECTION LOW LUX Center Manual focus Indicator Meaning STBY REC Recording status SCENE SELECTION lzm Eh Lah Photo size isu LA White balance eD Slide show set SteadyShot off NightShot 7 SPOT MTR FCS SPOT G
82. ra For movies 29 8 298 mm 1 3 16 11 3 4 in 16 9 For photos 26 3 263 mm 1 1 16 10 3 8 in 4 3 Color temperature AUTO ONE PUSH INDOOR 3 200 K OUTDOOR 5 800 K Minimum illumination 11 lx lux in default setting shutter speed 1 50 second 3 Ix lux LOW LUX is set to ON shutter speed 1 25 second 0 Ix lux NIGHTSHOT is set to on The unique pixel array of Sony s ClearVid and the image processing system BIONZ allow still image resolution equivalent to the sizes described 2 EASTEADYSHOT is set to STANDARD or OFF EESTEADYSHOT is set to ACTIVE Input Output connectors A V Remote Connector Component video and audio output jack HDMI OUT jack HDMI mini connector USB jack mini AB Headphone jack Stereo minijack 3 5 mm MIC input jack Stereo minijack 3 5 mm LCD screen Picture 8 8 cm 3 5 type aspect ratio 16 9 Total number of pixels 921 600 1 920 x 480 General Power requirements DC 6 8 V 7 2 V battery pack DC 8 4 V AC Adaptor Average power consumption During camera recording using the viewfinder at normal brightness HDR CX550E CX550VE HD 3 2 W STD 2 4 W HDR XR550E XR550VE HD 3 5 W STD 2 7 W During camera recording using LCD screen at normal brightness HDR CX550E CX550VE HD 3 4 W STD 2 6 W HDR XR550E XR550VE HD 3 7 W STD 2 9 W Operating temperature 0 C to 40 C 32 F to 104 F Storage temperature
83. re marked with ER e To select plural movies hold the Ctrl key down and click thumbnails 4 At the top of the window click E Create DVD Video Format Discs STD The window used to select movies appears e To add movies to the previously selected ones select the movies in the main window and drag and drop onto the window for selecting movies 5 Follow the instructions on the screen to create a disc e It may take a long time to create a disc Copying a disc You can copy a recorded disc to another disc using Video Disc Copier Click Start All Programs gt PMB PMB Launcher Disc Creation Video Disc Copier to start the software See Video Disc Copier help on the operation e You cannot copy high definition image quality HD movies by converting them to standard definition image quality STD e You cannot copy to a Blu ray disc Editing movies You can cut out only necessary parts from a movie and save it as another file Double click the movie to be edited on PMB then click Show Edit Palette on the right side of the screen Trim Video or select the Manipulate menu Edit Trim Video See PMB Help p 38 for details Capturing photos from a movie You can save a frame of a movie as a photo file Double click the movie to be edited on PMB then click Show Edit Palette on the right side of the screen Save
84. rge lamp turns off when the battery pack is fully charged payeys bua aa When the battery is charged disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack of your camcorder O Tips e See page 69 on recording and playing time e When your camcorder is on you can check the approximate amount of remaining battery power with the remaining battery indicator at the upper left on the LCD screen To remove the battery pack Close the LCD screen Slide the BATT battery release lever and remove the battery pack Da Q ae Fa 7 A o A GB 13 GB 14 To use a wall outlet wall socket as a power source Make the same connections as Step 1 Charging the battery pack Even if the battery pack is attached the battery pack is not discharged Notes on the battery pack e When you remove the battery pack or disconnect the AC Adaptor replace the viewfinder close the LCD screen and make sure that the HH Movie Photo lamps p 21 the access lamp p 20 are turned off s The CHG flash charge lamp flashes during charging under the following conditions The battery pack is not attached correctly The 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 e When attaching a video light sold separately
85. ry card in minute i For 4GB capacity S ug s E Standard definition mode High definition HD STD FX 20 20 S FH 25 25 HQ 55 40 55 50 LP 5 1 ch 5078 l LP ch 95 75 You can change the recording sound format with AUDIO MODE p 58 The number in is the minimum recordable time e The recordable time may vary depending on the recording and subject conditions and HAREC MODE e On charging recording playback time 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 in low temperatures or depending on the conditions under which you use your camcorder If you want to record up to the maximum recording time indicated in the table you need to delete the demonstration movie on your camcorder On trademarks e Handycam and PANS YONI are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation e AVCHD and AVCHD logotype are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation e Memory Stick x Memory Stick Duo Memory STICK Dua Memory Stick PRO Duo Memory Stick PRO Dua Memory Stick PRO HG Duo Memory Stick PRO HG Duo MagicGate MAGICGATE MagicGate Memory Stick and MagicGate Memory Stick Duo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation e InfoL
86. stems This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources For more detailed information about recycling of this product please contact your local Civic Office your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product Applicable Accessory Wireless Remote Commander Disposal of waste batteries applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems This symbol on the battery or on the packaging indicates that the battery provided with this product shall not be treated as household waste On certain batteries this symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol The chemical symbols for mercury Hg or lead Pb are added if the battery contains more than 0 0005 mercury or 0 004 lead By ensuring these batteries are disposed of correctly you will help prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropr
87. t the high definition image quality HD movies e High definition image quality HD movies are marked with amp e You cannot save photos on a disc e To select plural movies hold the Ctrl key down and click thumbnails At the top of the window click E Create AVCHD Format Discs HD The window used to select movies appears e To add movies to the previously selected ones select the movies in the main window and drag and drop onto the window for selecting movies 5 Follow the instructions on the screen to create a disc e It may take a long time to create a disc Playing an AVCHD disc ona computer You can play back AVCHD discs using Player for AVCHD that is installed together with PMB To start Player for AVCHD Click Start All Programs PMB PMB Launcher View Player for AVCHD See the Player for AVCHD help on the operation e Movies may not be played smoothly depending on the computer environment 4Ja Ndwod e y m sojoyd pue s jaow Hues Eg GB 43 Creating a Blu ray disc You can create a Blu ray disc with a high definition image quality HD movie previously imported to a computer p 42 To create a Blu ray disc the BD Add on Software for PMB must be installed Click BD Add on Software on the installation screen of PMB and install this plug in according to the on screen instructions e Connect your
88. ttery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that can charge the battery pack Keep the battery pack out of the reach of small children Keep the battery pack dry e Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by Sony Dispose of used battery packs promptly as described in the instructions Replace the battery with the specified type only Otherwise fire or injury may result AC Adaptor Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow space such as between a wall and furniture 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 Even if your camcorder is turned off AC power source mains is still supplied to it while connected to the wall outlet wall socket via the AC Adaptor Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones cause hearing loss Notice for customers in the United Kingdom A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced a fuse of the same rating as the supplied one and approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362 i e marked with an mark must be used If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse Never use the plug without the fuse
89. uid gets in your eyes wash with plenty of water and consult a doctor When not using your camcorder for a long time e To keep your camcorder in optimum state for a long time turn it on and let it run by recording and playing back images about once a month e Use up the battery pack completely before storing it LCD screen e Do not exert excessive pressure on the LCD screen as it may cause damage e If your camcorder is used in a cold place a residual image may appear on the LCD screen This is not a malfunction e While using your camcorder the back of the LCD screen may heat up This is not a malfunction To clean the LCD screen e If fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen dirty it is recommended that you use a soft cloth to clean it When you use the LCD Cleaning Kit sold separately do not apply the cleaning liquid directly to the LCD screen Use cleaning paper moistened with the liquid On handling the casing e If the casing is soiled clean the camcorder body with a soft cloth lightly moistened with water and then wipe the casing with a dry soft cloth e Avoid the following to avoid damage to the finish Using chemicals such as thinner benzine alcohol chemical cloths repellent insecticide and sunscreen Handling the camcorder with above substances on your hands Leaving the casing in contact with rubber or vinyl objects for a long period of time About care and storage of the lens
90. ume by using ER EJ in the OPTION MENU Viewing photos Your camcorder displays the selected photo x To start stop slide Previous dow To the VISUAL INDEX la P me L screen EEJ Sa En gt A Ld OPTION MENU O Tips e When viewing photos recorded on the memory card gt playback folder appears on the screen yoeqhe q Hulpsoday GB 29 Playing images onaTV Connection methods and the image quality high definition HD or standard definition STD viewed on the TV screen COMPONENT IN ant differ depending on what type of TV is 7 2 connected and the connectors used J your camcorder Connect as shown in the diagram TV CONNECT Guide Connectors on your camcorder Input connectors on the TV Connecting a TV using TV CONNECT Guide You can connect your camcorder to the TV easily following the instructions displayed on the LCD screen TV CONNECT Guide EJ Switch the input on the TV to the connected jack e Refer to the instruction manuals of the TV E Turn on your camcorder and touch MENU Show others TV CONNECT Guide under S OTHERS category on the LCD screen e Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power source p 14 Touch High Definition TV Select the TV connection terminal Ce J component in HD high definition OO video can be output TV CONNECT Guide
91. vies and photos p 21 Recording movies gt p 22 Key Changing the recording mode Key Expected recording time MEDIA INFO Shooting photos gt p 24 Playing movies and photos Playback on the camcorder gt p 27 Playing images ona TV gt p 30 Saving images Saving movies and photos with a computer gt p 35 Saving movies and photos in external media gt p 46 Saving images with a DVD writer recorder gt p 48 Deleting movies and photos p 33 If you delete the image data that has been saved on your computer or a disc you can record new images on the free media space again Table of contents Read this Tirst SE E aa E EH AE Baa iar 2 Operation low a a re 9 B Getting started Step 1 Charging the battery pack 12 Charging the battery pack abroad 14 Step 2 Turning the power on and setting the date and time 4 15 Changing the language setting 17 Step 3 Preparing the recording media 18 To check the recording media settings 19 Dubbing or copying movies and photos from the internal recording media TOMMEMONY Card 6 oo eed Pleas ETES Rr ET aE ZK HLT ean 20 B Recording Playback RECOMGING s 9 Peedi diss Ses a E Ban eg eee 21 Acquiring location information using the GPS HDR CX550VE XR550VE 25 Adjusting for shooting conditions 26 Playback on the camcorder 0 e cece cece c cece cece cette eee eee eee eeeeeseeeeea eens 27 Playing images ON ATV 20 20 20 c
92. y Stick PRO Duo media Menus MOVIE MEDIA SET 8 NOVI aradan ei 22 28 MYEMEN ataa Eaa az 56 MY MENU SETTING 56 CN NightShot ssie 26 ap One Touch Disc Burn sssssssse 41 Operation How seer 9 OPTION MENU nados 57 a Parts and controls 73 PHOTO MEDIA SET N E Playing areant Playing AVCHD disc 43 PMB Picture Motion Bower an R PMB Help Power on Precautions Recording n u enna 21 Recording and playback time 69 Recording media sese 18 Repair RESET Saving images in external media Screen indicators F Self diagnosis display 64 Setting the date and time 15 Software Specifications Supplied items USB cable USB CONNECT Wall outlet wall socket 12 Warning indicators Windows You will find the menu lists on pages 58 to 61 Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website http www sony net Printed on 70 or more recycled paper using VOC Volatile Organic Compound free vegetable oil based ink Printed in Japan LUINJDACILIVIA ANOS q9 4170539120
93. your camcorder In this case set AUTO CLOCK ADJ and AUTO AREA ADJ to OFF HDR CX550VE XR550VE To turn off the power Close the LCD screen The H Movie lamp flashes for a few seconds and the power is turned off Ce Tips e You can turn off your camcorder also by pressing POWER If the viewfinder is pulled out retract the viewfinder as shown in the illustration below D On turning the camcorder on or off using the LCD screen or the viewfinder The power of the camcorder is turned on or off depending on the status of the LCD screen or the viewfinder Status Power of the LCD screen Viewfinder camcorder Open Retracted On Pulled out On Closed Retracted off Pulled out On Notes e Even if the LCD screen is closed if the viewfinder is pulled out the camcorder is not turned off When you turn off the power of the camcorder make sure that the viewfinder is retracted to the original position Changing the language setting You can change the on screen displays to show messages in a specified language Touch CEM MENU Show others CLOCK LANG under S GENERAL SET category gt fA LANGUAGE SET a desired language gt ES p ueys Buie5 KE GB 17 GB 18 Step 3 Preparing the recording media The recording media that can be used differs depending on your camcorder The following icons are displayed on the screen of your camcorder HDR CX550E CX550VE S

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