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1. The following indicators appear when you amp G FX d 3 Intelligent Auto face change the settings See page 29 also for the Q AX adetection scene detection indicators that appear during recording or aw zw camera shake detecto sound detection 35 playing Center Center Indicator Meaning Left Right cD Slideshow Set 32 NightShot A G9 A Wy Warning 56 AL Playback mode 31 Right Indicator Meaning APH 60i HQ Recording image quality Bottom 720 HD MP4 STD frame rate 60p 50p 60i 50i 24p 25p recording mode Left PS FX FH HQ LP and ndicator Meaning movie size 34 MENU MENU button 50 60min amp z Remaining battery e Self timer recording 51 e Rec ording playback fil GPS triangulation status editing media 25 Xa 37 8 0 00 00 Counter hour minute second m e Mods sei 00min Estimated remaining zo Video light C eeording om ber of roximate number o E EE Wide Mode 52 s ordai photos and 31D amp 8 Fader 51 photo size 52 Hio Face Detection set to tu Playback folder Off 52 100 112 Current playing movie or Glo Smile Shutter set to Off photo Number of total 52 recorded movies or photos Manual focus 51 EL Connection to the external Scene Selection 51 media device 48 White Balance
2. Change to the movie fess EI Gis T Switch Image Type button Movie i Photo photo recording mode Lasi played image Red called thumbnails uced size images which enable you to view many images at the same time on an index screen are To prevent your image data from being lost save all your recorded images on external media periodically p 47 In the default setting a protected demonstration movie is pre recorded GB 32 To play movies and photos from the Map View Models with GPS cd ch 1120132122013 CR es ES E Highlight Switch to the Map View by touching Map View e e When you use the map data for the first time A message appears asking you to confirm whether you agree with the terms of the license agreement of the map data You can use the map data by touching Yes on the screen after agreeing to the terms of the license agreement p 68 You cannot use the map data if you touch No However when you try to use the map data for the second time the same message will appear on the screen and you can use the map data by touching Yes To play back images with other devices You may not be able to play back with other devices images that were recorded on your camcorder normally Also you may not be able to play back images recorded on other devices with your camcorder
3. DATA CODE button 53 Displays the date and time camera setting data or coordinates models with GPS of the recorded images when you press this button during playback PHOTO button 28 Records as a still image the image that is displayed on the screen when this button is pressed SCAN SLOW buttons 32 I 4 gt Pi Previous Next buttons 31 PLAY button STOP button DISPLAY button 28 Transmitter START STOP button 27 Power zoom buttons PAUSE button VISUAL INDEX button 31 Displays an Index screen during playback A Y ENTER buttons Displays a light blue frame on the LCD screen when you press any of these buttons Select a desired button or an item with lt P A V then press ENTER to enter GB 17 HN Getting started Supplied Items The numbers in indicate the supplied quantity Camcorder 1 AC Adaptor 1 HDMI cable 1 The USB connection support cable is designed for use with this camcorder only Use this cable when the Built in USB Cable of the camcorder p 20 is too short for connection Lens hood 1 GB 18 Step Down Ring 1 Wind screen 1 E Rechargeable battery pack NP FV50 1 Operating Guide This manual 1 The PlayMemories Home software and PlayMemories Home Help Guide can be downloaded from the Sony website p 44 Charging the battery pack 1 Turn off your camcorder by closing the LCD screen
4. Emits infrared light when using NightShot Sets the type of an attached conversion lens sold separately Japso ed JNOA Bulziwioysn gt 8 Face Face Detection Smile Shutter Smile Sensitivity 4 Flash Automatically detects faces Automatically takes a shot whenever a smile is detected Sets the smile detection sensitivity for the Smile Shutter function Sets how the flash is activated when shooting photos Sets the brightness of flash Red Eye Reduction Prevents redeye when shooting with flash amp Microphone Closer Voice Detects human faces and records the associated voice clearly Blt in Zoom Mic Records movies with vivid sound appropriate to the zoom position Auto Wind NR Recognizes the recording conditions and reduces the wind noise Audio Mode Sets the recording sound format 5 1ch surround 2ch stereo Audio Rec Level Adjusts the audio recording level me Shooting Assist My Button Assigns functions to My Buttons Expanded Focus Magnifies the image that appears at the center of the screen by about 2 0 times Grid Line eren Displays grid lines as a guide to make sure the subject is horizontal or vertical Display Setting Sets the duration that icons or indicators are displayed on the LCD screen yi c pun Displays a zebra pattern as a guide for a
5. Setup lt gt Media Settings Format Empty to prevent the recovery of your data Specifications System Signal format NTSC color EIA standards HDR PJ780E PJ780VE 7 PJ790 PJ790E 7 PJ790V PJ790VE PAL color CCIR standards HDR PJ780E PJ780VE PJ790E PJ790VE HD TV 7 24p Mode Movie recording format AVCHD AVCHD format Ver 2 0 compatible Video MPEG 4 AVC H 264 Audio Dolby Digital 2ch 5 1ch Dolby Digital 5 1 Creator MPEG 2 PS Video MPEG 2 Video Audio Dolby Digital 2ch 5 1ch Dolby Digital 5 1 Creator MP4 Video MPEG 4 AVC H 264 Audio MPEG 4 AAC LC 2ch Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Photo file format DCF Ver2 0 Compatible Exif Ver 2 3 Compatible MPF Baseline Compatible Recording media Movie Photo Internal memory HDR PJ780E PJ780VE 32 GB HDR PJ790 PJ790E PJ790V PJ790VE 96 GB Memory Stick PRO Duo media SD card Class 4 or faster The capacity that a user can use Approx HDR PJ780E 31 1 GB HDR PJ780VE 28 1 GB HDR PJ790 PJ790E 93 7 GB HDR PJ790V PJ790VE 90 6 GB 1 GB equals 1 billion bytes 2 8 GB is used for pre installed map and another portion is used for data management functions Only pre installed demonstration movie may be deleted 1 GB equals 1 billion bytes a portion of which is used for system management and or application files Only pre installed demonstration movie may be deleted Viewfinder
6. When there are fingerprints on the lens surface In hot or humid locations When the lens is exposed to salty air such as at the seaside Store in a well ventilated location subject to little dirt or dust To prevent mold periodically clean and store 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 LCD screen is closed The pre installed rechargeable battery is always charged while your camcorder is connected to the wall outlet wall socket via the AC Adaptor or while the battery pack is attached The rechargeable battery will be fully discharged in about 3 months if you do not use your camcorder at all Charge the pre installed rechargeable battery before you start using your camcorder However even if the pre installed rechargeable battery is not charged the camcorder operation other than date recording will not be affected How to charge the pre installed rechargeable battery 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 the ownership of the camcorder Even if you delete all movies and still images or perform Format p 53 data on the internal memory may not be completely erased It is recommended that you select MENU
7. Camera Mic gt T Manual Settings Low Lux The camcorder may not detect the expected scene or subject depending on the recording conditions Selecting the recording format of movies Your camcorder can record movies with three different recording formats Select MENU Image Quality Size RIDE mPa STOE Setting 2 Selectthe desired image setting ADH HD Quality This format is a high definition digital video camera format Enjoy beautiful images on a big screen MP4 This format is easy for playing back your movies on a smartphone for uploading to a network or for uploading to the Web STD Quality This format is a standard definition digital video camera format This is useful for saving your movies to a DVD suonejado pe ueApy GB 35 GB 36 Using the manual adjustment features 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 Press MANUAL to switch to manual operation mode Pressing MANUAL switches the operation mode between manual and automatic 2 Rotate the dial to make the adjustment Items you can control with the MANUAL dial Focus p 51 Exposure p 51 IRIS p 51 Shutter Speed p 51 AE Shift p 51 White Balance Shift p 51 To assign the menu item to the MA
8. Input Output connectors HDMI OUT jack HDMI micro connector PROJECTOR IN jack HDMI micro connector MIC input jack Stereo minijack 3 5 mm Headphone jack Stereo minijack 3 5 mm USB jack Type A Built in USB Multi Micro USB Terminal Supports Micro USB compatible devices USB connection is only for output HDR PJ780E PJ780VE PJ790E PJ790VE LCD screen Picture 7 5 cm 3 0 type aspect ratio 16 9 Total number of pixels 921 600 1 920 X 480 Projector Projection type DLP Light source LED R G B Focus Manual Throw Distance 0 5 m 1 6 feet or over Contrast ratio 1200 1 Resolution output WVGA 854 X 480 Continuous projection time when using the supplied battery pack Approx 1 h 35 min General Power requirements DC 6 8 V 7 2 V battery pack DC 8 4 V AC Adaptor USB Charging DC 5 V 500 mA 1 5 A Average power consumption During camera recording using the viewfinder at normal brightness HD 3 2 W MP4 2 9 W STD 3 1 W During camera recording using LCD screen at normal brightness HD 3 4 W MP4 3 0 W STD 3 2 W 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 74 2 mm X 84 6 mm X 137 5 mm 3 in X 3 3 8 in X 5 1 2 in w h d including the projecting parts 107 5 mm X 87 5 mm X 166 mm 4 1 4 in X 3 1 2 in X 6 5 8 in w h d including the projecting parts the supplied rechargeable bat
9. It is recommended that you place the camcorder about 0 5 m 1 6 feet or further away from the surface that the images are to be projected onto 5 When playing back images use the power zoom lever to move the selection frame that appears on the LCD screen then press PHOTO button Power zoom lever suonejado pe ueApy PHOTO button For details on playback see page 31 When you use the wireless remote commander use amp A V to move the selection frame and press ENTER to start playing the framed item To turn off the projector press PROJECTOR GB 39 To use the projector for your Using the projector shortens battery computer or smartphone life using the supplied AC Adaptor is recommended The following operations are unavailable while you are using the projector Map operation models with GPS Output of Highlight Playback to a device such asa TV Operation of the camcorder with the LCD screen closed Several other functions When the projected images contain a lot of black faint color unevenness may appear This is caused by light reflection in the projector lens and is not a malfunction HDMI Cable supplied HDMI OUT Signal flow Connect the PROJECTOR IN jack of the camcorder to an HDMI output jack of the other device using the HDMI cable supplied then select Image from External Device in step 2
10. Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over VAS Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped If the shape of the plug does not fit the power outlet use an attachment plug adaptor of the proper configuration for the power outlet Representative plug of power supply cord of countries regions around the world Or wer dy quy cO X 5 A Type B Type BF Type B3 Type C Type SE Type O Type American British Type British Type British Type CEE Type CEE Type Ocean Type Type The representative supply voltage and plug type are described in this chart Depend on an area Different type of plug and supply voltage are used Attention Power cord meeting demands from each country shall be used For only the United States Use a supplied power cord Europe Countries regions Voltage Frequency H
11. VJ LO JRepair img DB F Sub category icons When you cannot select a menu item Grayed out menu items or settings are not available When you select the grayed out menu item your camcorder displays the reason why you cannot select the menu item or the instruction of under which condition you can set the menu item X Edit Copy STBY Menu lists EH Shooting Mode hotos Smth Slw REC Golf Shot Divides two seconds of fast movement into frames which are then recorded as a movie and photos Keep the subject in the white frame in the center of the screen when recording smooth slow motion movies Camera Mic Mi Manual Settings White Balance Adjusts the color balance to the recording environment Spot Meter Fcs he brightness and focus for the selected subject simultaneously Spot Meter he brightness of images to a subject you touch on the screen Spot Focus he focus on a subject you touch on the screen Exposure Adjusts the brightness of movies and photos If you select Manual adjust the brightness exposure using FOCUS eo anite Adjusts the focus manually If you select Manual select L J to adjust the focus for a nearby subject and J to adjust the focus for a distant subject IRIS Sharpens the subject with its background blurred or sharpens the wh
12. Electronic viewfinder color GB 65 xepuj sieu1o GB 66 Image device 6 3 mm 1 2 88 type CMOS Sensor Recording pixels photo 16 9 Max 24 1 mega 6 544 X 3 680 pixels Gross Approx 6 650 000 pixels Effective movie 16 9 5 Approx 6 140 000 pixels Effective photo 16 9 Approx 6 140 000 pixels Effective photo 4 3 Approx 4 600 000 pixels Lens Carl Zeiss Vario Sonnar T 10 x Optical 17 x Extended while recording movies 120 x Digital Filter diameter 52 mm 2 1 8 in 37 mm 1 1 2 in When attaching the Step Down Ring F1 8 F3 4 Focal length f 3 8 mm 38 0 mm 5 32 in 1 1 2 in When converted to a 35 mm still camera For movies 26 0 mm 260 mm 1 1 16 in 10 1 4 in 16 9 For photos 26 0 mm 260 mm 1 1 16 in 10 1 4 in 16 9 Color temperature Auto One Push Indoor Outdoor Minimum illumination 6 lx lux in default setting shutter speed 1 60 second HDR PJ790 PJ790V or 1 50 second HDR PJ780E PJ780VE PJ790E PJ790VE 3 Ix lux Low Lux is set to On shutter speed 1 30 second HDR PJ790 PJ790V or 1 25 second HDR PJ780E PJ780VE PJ790E PJ790VE 0 lx lux NIGHTSHOT is set to On 4 The unique pixel array of Sony s ClearVid and the image processing system BIONZ allow still image resolution equivalent to the sizes described 5 RB SteadyShot is set to Standard or Off 6 EE SteadyShot is set to Active
13. Media Settings Media Select Selects the type of recording media p 25 Media Info ays information on the recording media Formatas es and formats all data on the recording media Repair Img DB F Repairs the image database file on the recording media p 57 File Number Sets how to assign the file number to photos gt Playback Settings Data Code Displays information that was recorded automatically at the time of recording DIUI uen Adjusts the volume of playback sound p 31 Download Music Downloads your favorite music files from the computer to your camcorder while the camcorder is connected to the computer that can be played with the Highlight Playback scenes Empty Music Deletes all music files Z Connection USB Connect USB Connect Setting USB LUN Setting A General Settings LCD Brightness Your Location Airplane Mode GPS Setting REC Lamp Remote Ctrl Language Setting 24p Mode Converts the signal depending on the TV connected p 37 Selects the output image resolution when connecting your camcorder to a TV with the HDMI cable 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 cable Select this item when no instructions appear on the LCD screen when you connect your camcorder to an external device via USB
14. Sets the connection mode when the camcorder is connected to a computer or a USB device Sets the camcorder to improve the compatibility of a USB connection by restricting some USB functions Sets whether the camcorder sounds operation beeps or not Adjusts the brightness of the LCD screen Displays the current location on a map Setting to be used when you are on board an airplane Receives the GPS signal Turns the recording lamp on the front of the camcorder off Sets the Wireless Remote Commander to be used Sets the display language p 22 Records 24p frame rate movies Japso ed JNOA Bulziwioysn gt GB 53 Calibration Calibrates the touch panel Battery Info Displays the approximate remaining battery time Power Save Sets the LCD screen and the power so that they turn off automatically Initialize Initializes all the settings to the default settings Demo Mode Sets playback of the demonstration movie about the functions of the camcorder G Clock Settings Date amp Time Setting Sets the date and time Area Setting Adjusts for a time difference without stopping the clock p 22 Auto Clock ADJ Adjusts the clock automatically by acquiring the time from the GPS system Auto Area ADJ Corrects time differences automatically by acquiring the current location informat
15. Standard definition image quality STD movies recorded on SD memory cards cannot be played on AV equipment of other manufacturers pegKe q Buipao ay GB 33 I Advanced operations GB 34 Recording images with various settings For information on your camcorder model see the following page Functions and equipment p 11 Selecting the image quality of movies Recording mode You can switch the recording mode to select the movie quality when recording high definition image quality HD movies The recording time p 58 or the type of media device to which the images can be copied may change depending on the recording mode selected Standard HQ is the default setting q Select Image Quality Size EB REC Model 2 Selectthe desired recording mode Recording mode and the media devices to which the images can be copied Recording mode Types of media FH PS pu On this camcorder Internal memory J v v Memory card v v v On external devices External media devi v v v evice Blu ray discs V A 4 AVCHD NE recording discs PS can be set only when the the 8 8 Frame Rate is set to 60p models with the NTSC color system 50p models with the PAL color system Capturing smiles automatically Smile Shutter A photo is recorded automatically when the camcorder detects the smile of a person during movie recording p 52 Dual Capture is
16. are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc NAVTEQ and the NAVTEQ Maps logo are trademarks of NAVTEQ in the US and other countries GB 67 xepu sieu1o GB 68 e SDXC logo is a trademark of SD 3C LLC MultiMediaCard is a trademark of MultiMediaCard Association Facebook and the f logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Facebook Inc YouTube and the YouTube logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Google Inc All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies Furthermore and B are not mentioned in each case in this manual Works with E gt PlayStatione3 Add further enjoyment with your PlayStation 3 by downloading the application for PlayStation 3 from PlayStation Store where available The application for PlayStation 3 requires PlayStation Network account and application download Accessible in areas where the PlayStation Store is available END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR MAP DATA FOR VIDEO CAMERA RECORDER PRODUCTS Models with GPS YOU SHOULD CAREFULLY READ THE FOLLOWING AGREEMENT BEFORE USING THIS SOFTWARE MPORTANT READ CAREFULLY This End User License Agreement LICENSE is a legal agreement between you and Sony Corporation SONY the licensor of the map data included in your video camera recorder product PRODUCT Such map data including subsequent
17. 51 Bottom SteadyShot off 51 Indicator Meaning White Balance Shift 51 9 Audio Rec Level 52 Tele Macro 51 E Auto Wind NR set to bru Dr Conyersion ens Be eae ae set to Off S870 St00 Zebra 52 2d 52 Ug En Ud Peaking 52 Blt in Zoom Mic 52 CINEMA amp B Cinematone 51 d5 1chd2ch Audio Mode 52 Destination 54 Low Lux 51 AGCT AGC Limit 51 Spot Meter Fcs 51 Spot Meter 51 Exposure 51 EV AE Shift 51 10000 Shutter Speed 51 F1 8 IRIS 51 100 Intelligent Auto 35 ES 101 0005 Data file name on Protect 53 4 4 4 4 Flash 52 Flash Leve e 52 Red Eye Reduction 52 Indicators and their positions are approximate and may differ from what you actually see Some indicators may not appear depending on your camcorder model GB 73 xepuj sieu1o Index 5 1ch surround sound 38 AVCHD recording disc 10 34 ap Battery pack Charging the battery pack 19 Charging the battery pack using your computer 20 Computer 44 Creating ists ccsinancteninsies 46 ap Data Code tenete 24 Date Time sss 24 Delete nicae iten 41 Direct Copy see 48 Display items on the LCD SCTE OM duode see dass 28 Divide Dual Capture e Editing insect 41 Event View sss 31 Extended Zoom 30 External media device 46 47 BED D ENE EE A T
18. If the terminal of the device connected is not compatible with the HDMI cable supplied use an HDMI plug adaptor sold separately You can only operate the PROJECTOR FOCUS lever while projecting images The LCD screen turns off while an image is being projected Be careful of the following operations or situations while using the projector Make sure not to project images towards the eyes Make sure not to touch the projector lens The LCD screen and the projector lens become hot while in use Editing Editing on your camcorder For information on your camcorder model see the following page Functions and equipment gt p 11 Some basic editing operations can be done on the camcorder If you want to perform advanced editing operations install the PlayMemories Home software 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 or dividing the images It may damage the recording media Do not eject the memory card while deleting or dividing images from the memory card If you delete or divide movies photos that are included in saved scenarios the scenarios will also be deleted Deleting movies and photos 1 Select MENU Edit Copy Delete 2 Select Multiple Images and then select the type of image you want to delete Delete mm
19. close the LCD panel The image data that has In this manual the DVD disc recorded with been recorded may be lost high definition image quality HD is called Use the camcorder in accordance with local AVCHD recording disc regulations oe Learning more about the LCD Panel viewfinder camcorder Handycam User Guide The LCD screen and viewfinder are manufactured using extremely high precision Handycam User Guide is an on line technology so over 99 9996 of the pixels are i manual Refer to it for in depth instructions operational for effective use However there may be some tiny black points and or bright on the many functions of the camcorder 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 Access the Sony support page http www sony net SonyInfo Support Black points Select your country or region White red blue or green points Search for the model name of your camcorder within the About this manual illustrations and support page on screen displays pay Check the model name on the bottom of si Gis our camcorder The example images used in this manual for y illustration purposes are captured using a digital still camera and therefore may appear different from images and screen indicators that actually appear on your camc
20. 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 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 inappropriate 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
21. operations Reconnect the USB Adaptor Cable to your camcorder If the external media device has the AC power cord mains lead connect it to the wall outlet wall socket The number of scenes may be smaller depending on the type of images recorded You cannot copy images from an external media device to the internal memory on the camcorder 93I ep elpaw jeusa xa ue uo sebeuui Dui es GB 49 E Customizing your camcorder Using menus The camcorder has various menu items under each of 6 menu categories H Shooting Mode Camera Mic 41 Image Quality Size Qu Playback Function i Edit Copy e Setup 1 Select MENU 2 Select a category x Menu I Shooting Mode Camera Mic Image Quality Size Playback Function Edit Copy 3 Select your desired menu item _ Shooting Mode STBY bu X_ Edit Copy Delete Protect Scrolls the menu items up or down Copy Direct Copy e Select X to finish setting the menu or to return to the previous menu screen GB 50 To find a menu item quickly The Camera Mic and Setup menus have sub categories Select the sub category icon so that the LCD screen displays the list of menus in the sub category selected Cx setup STBY Loy 5 Media Settings LS Media Select Int Memory amp Media Info E z A Format
22. 45 on connecting your camcorder to a computer The power does not turn on Attach a charged battery pack to the camcorder p 19 The plug of the AC Adaptor has been disconnected from the wall outlet wall socket Connect it to the wall outlet wall socket p 19 The camcorder does not operate even when the power is set to on It takes a few seconds for your camcorder to be ready to shoot after the power is turned on This is not a malfunction Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet wall socket or remove the battery pack then reconnect it after about 1 minute If the functions still do not work press RESET using a pointed object If you press RESET p 15 all settings including the clock setting are reset Your camcorder gets warm Your camcorder may become warm during operation This is not a malfunction The power abruptly turns off Use the AC Adaptor p 19 In the default setting the camcorder turns itself off when no operations are performed for about 2 minutes Power Save p 54 or turn on the power again Charge the battery pack p 19 Pressing START STOP or PHOTO does not record images The playback screen is displayed Stop playback and select MENU Shooting Mode H Movie or 93 Photo Your camcorder is recording the image you have just shot on the recording media You cannot make new recording during this p
23. 60i STD 9 M HQ 16 9 4 3 Models with the PAL color system High definition image quality HD PS Max 28 Mbps 1 920 X 1 080 pixels 50p AVC HD 28 M PS 16 9 FX Max 24 Mbps 1 920 X 1 080 pixels 50i 1 920 X 1 080 pixels 25p or 1 920 X 1 080 pixels 24p 24p Mode AVC HD24 M FX 16 9 FH Approx 17 Mbps average 1 920 X 1 080 pixels 50i 1 920 X 1 080 pixels 25p or 1 920 X 1 080 pixels 24p 24p Mode AVC HD 17 M FH 16 9 HQ Approx 9 Mbps average 1 440 X 1 080 pixels 50i AVC HD 9 M HQ 16 9 LP Approx 5 Mbps average 1 440 X 1 080 pixels 50i AVC HD 5 M LP 16 9 About handling of your camcorder MP4 Approx 6 Mbps average 1 280 X 720 pixels 25p 16 9 Standard definition image quality STD On use and care HQ Approx 9 Mbps average 720 X 576 pixels 50i STD 9 M HQ 16 9 4 3 The camcorder is not dustproofed dripproofed The photo recording pixels and the aspect ratio or waterproofed Photo recording mode Dual capture Do not hold the camcorder by the following 6 544 X 3 680 dots 16 9 parts and also do not hold the camcorder by 4 912 X 3 680 dots 4 3 the jack covers 4 672 X 2 628 dots 16 9 2 592 X 1 944 dots 4 3 1 920 X 1 080 dots 16 9 640 X 480 dots 4 3 Capturing a photo from a movie 1 920 X 1 080 dots 16 9 640 X 360 dots 16 9 640 X 480 dots 4 3 Shoe cover LCD screen Battery pack S Viewfinder Built in microphone Do not aim the
24. SOFTWARE is not fault tolerant and is not designed manufactured or intended for use in hazardous environments requiring fail safe performance such as in the operation of nuclear facilities aircraft navigation or communication systems air traffic control direct life support machines or weapons systems in which the failure of the SOFTWARE could lead to death personal injury or severe physical or environmental damage High Risk Activities SONY its affiliates their respective suppliers and SONY s Licensors specifically disclaim any express or implied warranty of fitness for High Risk Activities EXCLUSION OF WARRANTY ON SOFTWARE You expressly acknowledge and agree that use of the SOFTWARE is at your sole risk The SOFTWARE is provided AS IS and without warranty of any kind and SONY its affiliates its and their respective suppliers and SONY s Licensors in this section SONY its affiliates their respective suppliers and SONY s Licensors shall be collectively referred to as SONY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS EXPRESS OR IMPLIED ARISING BY LAW OR OTHERWISE INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS OF QUALITY NON INFRINGEMENT MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SONY DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE FUNCTIONS CONTAINED IN THE SOFTWARE WILL MEET YOUR REQUIREMENTS OR THAT THE OPERATION OF THE SOFTWARE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE SO
25. User Guide How to use this manual 0 0 50 0 c cece cece cece e eene Differences in functions 6 c cece cece eee c eee eben ee ben en een ens Parts and controls ecce e reden rede rare hae dra dena Getting started Supplied Iterms x tat a t Meo reo nd Se M st deett Charging the battery pack ssssssssssssssss emer Charging the battery using your computer sssssssse Charging the battery pack abroad Turning the power on and setting the date and time Changing the language setting sssssssssss eee eects eee eens Preparing the recording media sss Selecting a recording medium ssssssssssss eee estes een eens Inserting a memory card sss eee Recording Playback Recording us esee t ette ee ee eb nale e eR ERRES Recording movies Shooting photos c c d hel o etes ICI Dort doe d eed oe a rede Zoomin eana a repetido eL oer pe deb eed ea Playback ce oto deo oris bte es Hale hl cub tartan hohe echt cst Advanced operations Recording images with various settings ssssssss 34 Selecting the image quality of movies Recording mode 34 Capturing smiles automatically Smile Shutter sssessssssss 34 Selecting the suitable setting automatically for the recording situation Inteligent Auto ree ttt et e t OO ete 35 Selecting the recording format
26. and attach the battery pack be sure to store the viewfinder first Align the indentation on the camcorder and projection on the battery pack then slide the battery pack upwards Battery pack 2 Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord mains lead to your camcorder and the wall ds outlet wall socket CHG charge lamp The CHG charge lamp turns on EA The CHG charge lamp turns off when the Wa battery pack is fully charged Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack of DC plug your camcorder DC IN jack Align the A mark on the DC plug with that on the DC IN jack Red To the wall outlet wall socket You cannot attach any InfoLITHIUM battery pack other than the V series to your camcorder When attaching a video light sold separately it is recommended that you use an NP FV70 or NP FV100 battery pack e You cannot use the NP FV30 InfoLITHIUM battery pack with your camcorder In the default setting the power turns off automatically if you leave your camcorder without any operation for about 2 minutes to save battery power Power Save p 54 GB 19 paueis bum GB 20 Charging the battery using your computer Turn off your camcorder and connect the camcorder to a running computer using the Built in USB Cable gt B cii d EDD To the wall outlet Built in USB Cable wall socket To charge the battery using an AC UD10 USB char
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28. flow Insert the recording medium in the recording device a disc recorder etc If your recording device has an input selector set it to the input mode 46 2 Connect your camcorder to the recording device with an AV Cable sold separately Connect your camcorder to the input jacks of the recording device 3 Start playback on your camcorder and record it on the recording device 4 When dubbing is finished stop the recording device and then your camcorder You cannot copy images to recorders connected with an HDMI cable Since copying is performed via analog data transfer the image quality may deteriorate High definition image quality HD movies will be copied with standard definition image quality STD When you connect a monaural device connect the yellow plug of an AV Cable sold separately to the video input jack and the white left channel or the red right channel plug to the audio input jack on the device Gn Copying date and time information Data Code p 53 Using 4 3 screen size display device TV Type p 53 Saving images on an external media device with high definition HD image quality You can save movies and photos on an external media device USB storage devices such as an external hard disk drive The following functions will be available after you have saved your images on an external media device You can connect your camcorder and the exter
29. of movies sss 35 Using the manual adjustment features sss 36 Recording information on your location Models with GPS ssssssss 37 Playing images ora TM nac o E tete et a Aa a eniT 37 Enjoying 5 1ch surround sound sssssssssss 38 Using the built in projector sess mre 39 Editing Editing on your CAMCOFEL 6 eee cece cece cece eect cee eee ee eere 41 Deleting movies and photos ssssssssssss eee eee ete eee een ees 41 Dividing amovie n cro ree ere pec an e Ee 41 Capturing a photo from a movie ssssssssssss m 42 Saving movies and photos with a computer Playing images on a computer eene 43 What you can do with PlayMemories Home software Windows 43 Software for Macs noie etes eI MI ede 43 Preparing a computer Windows sssssssssss ee 44 Checking the computer systeM 00 00 cee cece eee eec nec eee eee eee eee eees 44 Installing the PlayMemories Home software in your computer 44 Starting the PlayMemories Home software 00 00cceeceeceeceeee eee een tees 45 Saving images on an external media device Creating a standard definition image quality STD disc with a recorder 46 Saving images on an external media device with high definition HD image PU MC P 47 Customizing your camcorder Using menus Me
30. press it fully When the focus is adjusted properly AE AF lock indicator appears on the LCD screen Gr Flash p 52 To change the image size o Image Size p 52 To display items on the LCD screen Items on the LCD screen disappear if you do not operate the camcorder for a few seconds after you turn the camcorder on or switch between the movie recording and photo shooting modes Touch anywhere except the buttons on the LCD screen to display information on icons with functions convenient for recording Gn To display items on the LCD screen all the time Display Setting p 52 Screen indicators during recording Described here are icons for both movie recording and photo recording modes Refer to the page in for details 1 2 13 1 5 6j 7 8 9 10 ERI O4 mr E 29999 S Ct 24 1M 1 Ge EA a eal 17 16 i 14 H3 12 11 J5ich uj y ni U Zoom button W Wide T Telephoto START STOP button in movie recording mode PHOTO button in photo recording mode MENU button 50 Status detected by Intelligent Auto 35 Recording status STBY REC yoeqhe d Bulpiosay AE AF automatic exposure automatic focus lock 28 GPS triangulating status 37 Tra
31. recording media capacity or battery power is low Built in microphone MANUAL button 36 MANUAL dial 36 CO A N LCD screen Touch panel 22 24 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 Speakers PROJECTOR FOCUS lever 39 Projector lens 39 GPS antenna HDR PJ780VE PJ790V PJ790VE A GPS antenna is located in the LCD panel ol A N A Oo N o IN jon LIGHT Video Light button NIGHTSHOT button POWER button Memory card access lamp 25 While the lamp is lit or flashing the camcorder is reading or writing data Memory card slot 25 x View Images button NI O oO joo N PROJECTOR button 39 1 Power zoom lever 30 HH Movie Photo lamp 2 PHOTO button 28 MODE button 3 Eyecup PROJECTOR IN jack 40 4 Viewfinder 23 RESET button 5 START STOP button 27 Press RESET using a pointed object
32. such as a cleaning cloth or eyeglass cleaning cloth If the casing and the projector lens is very dirty clean the camcorder casing and the lens with a soft cloth lightly moistened with water and then wipe the casing and the projector lens with a dry soft cloth Avoid the following so as not to deform the casing damage the finish or scratch the lens Using chemicals such as thinner benzine alcohol chemical cloths insect repellent insecticide and sunscreen Handling the camcorder with the above substances on your hands Leaving the camcorder in contact with rubber or vinyl objects for a long period of time On handling the light emitting part of flash If the LCD screen becomes dirty with fingerprints or dust it is recommended that you use a soft cloth to clean it About the Carl Zeiss lens Your camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens which was developed jointly by Carl Zeiss in Germany and Sony Corporation and produces superior images It adopts the MTF measurement system for video cameras and offers a quality typical of a Carl Zeiss lens Also the lens for your camcorder is T coated to suppress unwanted reflections and faithfully reproduce colors MTF Modulation Transfer Function The number value indicates the amount of light from a subject coming into the lens About care and storage of the lens Wipe the surface of the lens clean with a soft cloth in the following instances
33. their power turns on or off according to the power of your camcorder Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the accessory used for details To attach an accessory insert and fix the accessory to the Multi interface shoe by pressing down and sliding until it stops When you are recording movies with an external flash sold separately connected to the accessory shoe turn off the power of the external flash to prevent charging noise from being recorded You cannot use an external flash sold separately and the built in flash at the same time When an external microphone sold separately is connected it takes precedence over the built in microphone On Wireless Remote Commander Remove the insulation sheet before using the Wireless Remote Commander Insulation sheet WA d Point the Wireless Remote Commander towards the remote sensor to operate your camcorder p 14 When no commands have been sent from the Wireless Remote Commander within a certain period the light blue frame disappears When you press any of 4 amp amp A Y or ENTER again the frame appears at the position where it was displayed last displayed You cannot select some buttons on the LCD screen or the viewfinder using amp A Y 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 s
34. to a TV Play a movie or a photo on the camcorder p 31 suoneJedo pe ueApy 37 Refer to the instruction manuals of the TV as well Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power source p 19 If the TV does not have the HDMI input jack use an AV Cable sold separately for connection When movies are recorded with standard definition image quality STD they are played back in standard definition image quality STD even on a high definition TV When you play back standard definition image quality STD movies on a 4 3 TV that is not compatible with the 16 9 signal set 8 Wide Mode to 4 3 to record movies with 4 3 aspect ratio If you connect your camcorder to the TV using more than one type of cable to output images HDMI output takes priority Enjoying 5 1ch surround sound In the default setting you can record Dolby Digital 5 1ch surround sound with the built in microphone Realistic sound can be enjoyed when playing a movie on devices that support 5 1ch surround sound input II DoLBY DIGITAL 5 1 CREATOR When your TV is monaural When your TV has only one audio input jack Connect the yellow plug of an AV Cable sold separately 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 GB 38 When connecting to your TV viaa VCR Connect your camcorder to the LINE IN input on the VCR usi
35. 6 Battery pack 19 Press RESET to initialize all the settings 7 DC IN jack 19 iricludiiig theiclock setting 8 Viewfinder lens adjustment lever 23 HDMI OUT jack 37 9 CHG charge lamp 19 10 w microphone jack PLUG IN POWER Q headphones jack Grip belt Loop for a shoulder belt Built in USB Cable 20 Multi Micro USB Terminal 37 Supports Micro USB compatible devices N eS EN 91 GB 15 16 D Tripod receptacle Attach a tripod sold separately the length of the screw must be less than 5 5 mm 7 32 in Depending on the specifications of the tripod your camcorder may not attach in the proper direction BATT battery release lever 21 a To fasten the grip belt To attach the lens hood ae QIT Securing ring Align the lens hood with the camcorder properly CD then turn the securing ring of the lens hood in the direction of the arrow 2 When attaching the lens hood align the opening section of the lens hood with the flash emitting section of the camcorder properly To remove the lens hood turn the securing ring of the lens hood in the opposite direction from that of the arrow Remove the lens hood when you record movies using the NightShot function If you do not do so the shadow of the lens hood will be reflected and recorded in your movies Remove the
36. A E EE 34 Bull charg ssassn inane 20 EX a IE 34 Grip belt GB 74 Handycam User Guide 10 HDMI Cable 37 How to use this manual 11 1s ONET 34 Initial setup sss 22 Install cierto es 44 Intelligent Auto 35 TRIS eren e taeuitieat te 51 Language 9 LCD screen Lens hood 16 Map View 33 Media Select ss 25 Media Settings Memory card Mark2 3 iiterscteteees teen 26 Memory Stick XC HG Duo mediate ient 26 Menu lists sse 51 Me nUs eere 50 Mirror mode Movies Multi interface shoe 14 63 Notes on handling of your camcorder eee 61 Number of recordable photos 60 Parts and controls 14 Photo Capture 42 PhOtOS cete metet 28 Playback PlayMemories Home 18 43 44 PlayMemories Home Help REC Mode Recording Recording and playback time 58 Recording media 25 Recording time of movies 58 Repair RESET Saving images on an external media device Screen indicators SD card Self diagnosis display 56 Setting the date and time 22 Smile Shutter Specifications Starting PlayMemories Home 45 Step down ring 16 Summer Time nersini 22 Supplied Item
37. Memories Home software Windows View images in Upload images to online a calendar services Ei wm A AA Import images from the camcorder C PlayMemories y J Create a movie disc Share images in PlayMemories Online PlayMemories Home can be downloaded from the following URL www sony net pm An Internet connection is required to install PlayMemories Home An Internet connection is required to use PlayMemories Online and other online services The services may not be available in some countries regions Software for Mac The PlayMemories Home software is not supported with Mac computers To import images from the camcorder to your Mac and play them use the appropriate software on your Mac For details visit the following URL http www sony co jp imsoft Mac 4a1Ndwod e uiiM so3oud pue s jaow Hues GB 43 Preparing a computer Windows For information on your camcorder model see the following page Functions and equipment p 11 Checking the computer system Os Microsoft Windows XP SP3 Windows Vista SP2 9 Windows 7 SP1 Windows 8 CPU 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 FX or FH movies and Intel Core 2 Duo 2 40 GHz or faster is required when processing PS movies Memory W
38. NUAL dial 1 Press and hold MANUAL down for a few seconds 2 Rotate the MANUAL dial and select the item to be assigned STBY Dial Setting Focus Shutter Speed AE Shift White Balance Shift RESET MANUAL EXEC Select RESET to reset the items adjusted manually to the default settings 3 Press MANUAL The camera data that appears on the LCD screen will differ depending on the recording settings of the camcorder The settings will be displayed with the ollowing icons AUTO Automatic MANUAL Exposure is set manually IAEJA IRIS priority AEJS Shutter speed priority Manual settings will be retained even if you change the assigned item of the MANUAL dial However if you set Exposure after setting AE Shift manually Exposure will override AE Shift If you set either one of Exposure IRIS or Shutter Speed the settings of other 2 items are canceled Gn Data Code p 53 Recording information on your location Models with GPS For information on your camcorder model see the following page Functions and equipment p 11 When you set GPS Setting to On the default setting the GPS triangulating icon will appear on the screen and the camcorder will start searching for GPS satellite signals The icon displayed will vary according to the intensity of the signal received The GPS function
39. NY DOES NOT WARRANT OR MAKE ANY REPRESENTATIONS REGARDING THE USE INABILITY TO USE OR THE RESULTS OF THE USE OF THE SOFTWARE IN TERMS OF ITS CORRECTNESS ACCURACY RELIABILITY OR OTHERWISE SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES IN SUCH CASE THE ABOVE EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU You expressly understand that the data in the SOFTWARE may contain inaccurate or incomplete information due to the passage of time changing circumstances sources used and the nature of collecting comprehensive geographic data any of which may lead to incorrect results GB 69 xepuj sieu1o GB 70 LIMITATION OF LIABILITY IN THIS SECTION SONY ITS AFFILIATES ITS AND THEIR RESPECTIVE SUPPLIERS AND SONY S LICENSORS SHALL BE COLLECTIVELY REFERRED TO AS SONY TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED UNDER APPLICABLE LAW SONY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM DEMAND OR ACTION IRRESPECTIVE OF THE NATURE OF THE CAUSE OF CLAIM DEMAND OR ACTION ALLEGING ANY LOSS OR DAMAGES DIRECT OR INDIRECT WHICH MAY RESULT FROM THE USE OR POSSESSION OF THE SOFTWARE NOR FOR ANY LOSS OF PROFIT REVENUE CONTRACTS OR SAVINGS NOR ANY OTHER DIRECT INDIRECT INCIDENTAL SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF YOUR USE OF ORINABILITY TO USE THE SOFTWARE ANY DEFECT IN THE SOFTWARE OR THE BREACH OF THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS WHETHER IN AN ACTION IN CONTRACT OR TORT OR BASED ON A WARRANTY EVEN IF SONY HA
40. P FV50 55 60 55 supplied 55 65 60 Top When the LCD screen is opened Bottom When recording with the viewfinder without opening the LCD screen Each recording time is measured when the camcorder is recording high definition image REC Mode set quality HD movies with to Standard HQ Typical recording time shows the time when you repeat recording start stop switching Shooting Mode and zooming Times measured when using the camcorder at 25 C 77 F 10 C to 30 C 50 F to 86 F is recommended The recording and playback time will be shorter depending on the conditions under which you use your camcorder such as when use your camcorder in low temperatures Playing time Approximate time available when you use a fully charged battery pack unit minute Battery pack Image quality HD MP4 STD NP FV50 190 200 215 supplied 215 225 240 Top When the LCD screen is opened Bottom When recording with the viewfinder without opening the LCD screen Expected recording time of movies Internal memory HDR PJ780E PJ780VE High definition image quality HD in h hour and min minute Recording time ecording mode HDR PJ780E HDR PJ780VE E mod 2h30min 2hl5min Quality PS 2h30min 2h15 min Highest__ 3h 2h 40 min Quality FX 3 h 2 h 40 min High 4h5 min 3h40 min Quality FH 4h 5 min 3 h 40 min Standard 7h15 min 6 h 30 mi
41. S BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES EXCEPT IN THE EVENT OF SONY S GROSS NEGLIGENCE OR WILLFUL MISCONDUCT OF DEATH OR PERSONAL INJURY AND OF DAMAGES DUE TO THE DEFECTIVE NATURE OF THE PRODUCT IN ANY CASE SAVE FOR THE FOREGOING EXCEPTIONS SONY S ENTIRE LIABILITY UNDER ANY PROVISION OF THIS LICENSE SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE AMOUNT ACTUALLY PAID ALLOCATABLE TO THE SOFTWARE SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU PROHIBITION ON EXPORT YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT THE USE OF THE SOFTWARE IN SOME COUNTRIES REGIONS AREAS OR FACILITIES OR THE EXPORT OF THE PRODUCTS FROM THE COUNTRY WHERE SUCH PRODUCTS ARE DESIGNED TO BE SOLD MAY BE RESTRICTED OR PROHIBITED YOU AGREE TO USE THE SOFTWARE OR EXPORT THE PRODUCTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE APPLICABLE LAWS ORDINANCES RULES AND REGULATIONS OF RELEVANT COUNTRIES REGIONS AREAS AND FACILITIES SEVERABILITY If any part of this LICENSE is held invalid or unenforceable the other parts will remain valid GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION This LICENSE shall be governed by the laws of Japan without giving effect to its conflict of laws provisions or the United Nations Convention for Contracts for the International Sale of Goods which is expressly excluded Any dispute arising out of this LICENSE shall be subject to the exclusive venue of the Tokyo Di
42. S O N Y 4 452 094 12 1 Digital HD Video Table orones T Camera Recorder Getting started i Recording Playback Operating Guide ecording Playbac Advanced operations Editing Saving movies and photos with a computer Please also refer to Saving images on an external http www sony net Sonylnfo Support media device Customizing your camcorder Others Index AVCHD Hom Progressive E HAMNDYCAm meum a X ms MEMORY STICK mu CLASS MAPS HDR PJ780E PJ780VE PJ790 PJ790E PJ790V PJ790VE Read this first Before operating the unit please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference Owner s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom Record the serial number in the space provided below Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product Model No HDR Serial No Model No AC Serial No WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock 1 do not expose the unit to rain or moisture 2 do not place objects filled with liquids such as vases on the apparatus Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine fire or the like RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN e CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL This symbol is intended to alert the u
43. acted The maximum continuous recordable time of movies is about 13 hours When a movie file exceeds 2 GB the next movie file is created automatically The flash does not work while the FH movie lamp is lit 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 25 is lit or flashing The media icon in the upper right of the LCD screen is flashing You may not be able to shoot photos depending on the setting in 8 REC Mode and E B Frame Rate The LCD screen of your camcorder can display recording images across the entire screen full pixel display However this may cause slight trimming of the top bottom right and left edges of images when played back on a TV which is not compatible with full pixel display It is recommended you record images with Grid Line set to On and using the outer frame of Grid Line p 52 as a guide Gr Recording time recordable number of photos p 58 Media Select p 25 Recordable time remaining capacity Media Info p 53 G 27 GB 28 Shooting photos 1 Open the LCD screen and press MODE to turn on the Photo lamp You can also switch the shooting mode by selecting MODE on the LCD screen 2 Press PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus then
44. 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 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 cover If you should lose the fuse cover please contact your nearest Sony service station For information on your camcorder model see the following page Functions and equipment p 11 About language setting Change the screen language before using the camcorder if necessary p 22 The on screen displays in each local language are used for illustrating the operating procedures On rec
45. camcorder at the sun Doing so might cause your camcorder to malfunction Take images of the sun only in low light conditions such as at dusk Do not use or store the camcorder and accessories in the following locations GB 61 xepuj sieu1o GB 62 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 tuner devices such as TVs or radio Noise may occur On a 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 the viewfinder or the lens may be exposed to direct sunlight This damages the inside of the viewfinder or the LCD screen 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 fu
46. cking focus Zoom Remaining battery IO N o O1 A Oo N Counter hour minute second Capturing a photo Recording playback editing media 72 Estimated recording remaining time Recording image quality Frame rate Recording mode HD STD Movie size MP4 34 11 Approximate number of recordable photos Aspect ratio 16 9 or 4 3 Photo size L M S 12 Tracking focus cancel button 13 MODE Shooting Mode button 28 14 Intelligent Auto button 35 15 Audio mode 52 Audio Level Display 52 16 View Images button 31 17 My Button you can assign your favorite functions to icons displayed in this area 52 Models with GPS GB 29 GB 30 To record in mirror mode Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder 1 then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side A mirror image of the subject appears on the LCD screen but the image will be normal when recorded Zooming Move the power zoom lever to magnify or reduce the size of the image W Wide angle Wider range of view T Telephoto Close view You can magnify images up to 17 times Extended Zoom the original size with the power zoom lever Move the power zoom lever slightly for a slower zoom Move it further for a faster zoom Be sure to keep your finger on the power zoom lever If you move your finger off the
47. d the playback function of the camcorder or the PlayMemories Home software Starting the PlayMemories Home software 1 Double click the PlayMemories Home icon on the computer screen When using Windows 8 select the PlayMemories Home icon from the start screen 2 Double click the PlayMemories Home Help Guide short cut icon on the computer screen to see how to use PlayMemories Home When using Windows 8 select PlayMemories Home Help Guide from the help menu of PlayMemories Home If the icon is not displayed on the computer screen click Start All Programs PlayMemories Home gt the desired item For details on PlayMemories Home select 9 PlayMemories Home Help Guide on the software or visit the PlayMemories Home support page http www sony co jp pmh se GB 45 Jejnduuoo e uiiM so3oud pue s jaow Hues HN Saving images on an external media device Creating a standard definition image quality STD disc with a recorder Connect your camcorder to a disc recorder with an AV Cable sold separately You can copy images played back on your camcorder on a disc or video cassette Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet wall socket using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation p 19 Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the device connected AV Cable Signal
48. djusting brightness Peaking Displays an image on the screen with its outlines enhanced Light Bright Adjusts the brightness of the video light Audio Level Display Displays the audio level meter on the LCD screen while recording 41 Image Quality Size HEREC Mode Sets the mode to record movies Frame Rate Sets the frame rate to record movies ADE Amrah RSTOB Setting Sets the image quality for recording movies Wide Mode Sets the horizontal to vertical ratio when recording movies with standard definition image quality STD E37 Go e NR Records a wider range of colors Set this item when you watch images with a TV which is compliant with x v Color m Image Size Sets the photo size G Playback Function Event View aying images from the Event View display Map View n aying the images from the Map View display Highlight Movie Starts playing Highlight Playback scenes or Highlight Scenarios saved with standard definition image quality STD WB Scenario sessssntssenesnesnsenee Starts playing the scenarios that were saved by Highlight Playback GB 52 An Edit Copy Deletes movies or photos Protects movies or photos to avoid deleting Copies images Direct Copy Copies images stored in the camcorder to some type of external media device e Setup
49. e and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 For Customers in the U S A UL is an internationally recognized safety organization The UL Mark on the product means it has been UL Listed 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 PJ790V Responsible Party Sony Electronics Inc Address 16530 Via Esprillo San Diego CA 92127 US 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 u
50. ecordable photos Internal memory You can record a maximum of 40 000 MP4 movies and photos collectively Memory card 24 1M 16 GB 1600 32 GB 3250 64 GB 6500 When using a Sony memory card The number of recordable photos of memory card shown is for the maximum image size of your camcorder The actual number of recordable photos is displayed on the LCD screen during recording p 72 The number of recordable photos of memory card may vary depending on the recording conditions The unique pixel array of Sony s ClearVid and the image processing system of Sony s BIONZ allows still image resolution equivalent to the sizes described On bit rate and recording pixels The bit rate pixels and aspect ratio of each recording mode for movies movie audio etc Models with the NTSC color system High definition image quality HD PS Max 28 Mbps 1 920 X 1 080 pixels 60p AVC HD 28 M PS 16 9 FX Max 24 Mbps 1 920 X 1 080 pixels 60i or 1 920 X 1 080 pixels 24p AVC HD 24M FX 16 9 FH Approx 17 Mbps average 1 920 X 1 080 pixels 60i or 1 920 X 1 080 pixels 24p AVC HD 17 M FH 16 9 HQ Approx 9 Mbps average 1 440 X 1 080 pixels 60i AVC HD 9 M HQ 16 9 LP Approx 5 Mbps average 1 440 X 1 080 pixels 60i AVC HD 5 M LP 16 9 MP4 Approx 6 Mbps average 1 280 X 720 pixels 30p 16 9 Standard definition image quality STD HQ Approx 9 Mbps average 720 X 480 pixels
51. er To turn off the beep sound Select MENU Setup SA General Settings Beep Off The recording date and time 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 select Setup CA Playback Settings Data Code Date Time Once the clock is set the clock time is automatically adjusted with Auto Clock ADJ and Auto Area ADJ set to On The clock may not automatically adjust to the correct time depending on the country region selected for your camcorder In this case set Auto Clock ADJ and Auto Area ADJ to Off models with GPS Gn To set the date and time again Date amp Time Setting p 54 To calibrate the touch panel Calibration p 54 Preparing the recording media The recording media that can be used are displayed on the screen of your camcorder as following icons Default recording medium Alternative recording medium mm Internal memory J Memory card You cannot select a different recording medium for movies and for photos Selecting a recording medium Select MENU Setup gt xA Media Settings Media Select the desired medium Inserting a memory card Open the cover and insert the memory card until it clicks The Preparing image database file Please wait screen appears if you
52. eriod The recording media is full Delete unnecessary images p 41 GB 55 xepuj sieu1o Total number of movie scenes or photos exceeds the recordable capacity of your camcorder p 58 60 Delete unnecessary images p 41 PlayMemories Home cannot be installed An Internet connection is required to install PlayMemories Home Check the computer environment or installation procedure required to install PlayMemories Home PlayMemories Home does not work correctly Quit PlayMemories Home and restart your computer The camcorder is not recognized by the computer Disconnect all USB devices from the USB jack of your computer except the keyboard mouse and your camcorder Disconnect the Built in USB Cable from the computer and restart the computer then connect the computer and your camcorder again in the correct order When both the Built in USB Cable and the USB jack of the camcorder are connected to the external devices at the same time disconnect the one that is not connected to a computer GB 56 Self diagnosis display Warning indicators For information on your camcorder model see the following page Functions and equipment p 11 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 thi
53. ger AC Adaptor sold separately You can charge the battery by connecting the Built in USB Cable to a wall outlet wall socket using an AC UD10 USB charger AC Adaptor sold separately You cannot use a Sony CP AH2R CP AL or AC UP100 portable power supply device sold separately to charge the camcorder Charging time Approximate time min required to fully charge a fully discharged NP FV50 battery pack supplied When using the AC Adaptor 155 min When using your computer connected with the Built in USB Cable 280 min The charging times shown above are measured when charging the camcorder at a room temperature of 25 C 77 F It is recommended that you charge the battery in a temperature range of 10 C to 30 C 50 F to 86 F The charging times are measured without using the USB connection support cable To remove the battery pack Close the LCD screen Slide the BATT battery release lever and remove the battery pack To use your camcorder continuously for a long time Connect the AC adaptor and the power cord mains lead to your camcorder and the wall outlet wall socket For details on how to connect the AC adaptor refer to Charging the battery pack p 19 By using the AC adaptor you can use your camcorder without worrying about the battery running out of charge Notes on the AC Adaptor Do not short circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal wit
54. h any metallic objects This may cause a malfunction Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the camcorder while holding both the camcorder and the DC plug Gn Recording time Playing time p 58 Remaining battery indicator p 29 Charging the battery pack abroad You can charge the battery pack in any countries regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder within the AC 100 V 240 V 50 Hz 60 Hz range Do not use an electronic voltage transformer GB 21 paueis Bunmes Turning the power on and setting the date and time For information on your camcorder model see the following page Functions and equipment p 11 1 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder and turn the power on You can also turn on the camcorder by pressing POWER p 15 2 Select the desired language then select Next 3 Select the desired geographical area with K 2 then select Next GMT 50 New York Bogota sl Date amp Time 4 Set Daylight Savings or Summer Time select the date format and the date and time Co o Hao 10 30 If you set Daylight Savings or Summer Time to On the clock advances 1 hour When you select the date and time select one of the items and adjust the value with E e When you select OK X jthe date and time setting operation is complete Changing the language setting You can change the on screen displays t
55. ide facing up Insert the battery case back into the Wireless Remote Commander until it clicks YY WARNING Battery may explode if mistreated Do not recharge disassemble or dispose of in fire When the lithium battery becomes weak the operating distance of the Wireless Remote Commander may shorten or the Wireless Remote Commander may not function properly In this case replace the battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion GB 63 xepuj sieu1o 64 On handling the LCD screen If you leave fingerprints hand cream etc on the LCD screen the coating of the LCD screen will come off easily Wipe those off as soon as possible If you wipe the LCD screen strongly with a tissue etc the coating of the LCD screen may be scratched If the LCD screen becomes dirty with fingerprints or dust it is recommended that you gently remove those from the screen then clean it with a soft cloth etc LCD screen Do not apply excessive pressure on the LCD screen as it may cause uneven color and other damage If your camcorder is used in a cold place a residual image may appear on the LCD screen This is not a malfunction While using your camcorder the back of the LCD screen may heat up This is not a malfunction To clean the casing and the projector lens Wipe the casing and the lens gently with a soft cloth
56. iewfinder Notes on charging through the USB cable Charging may not be possible with all computers If you connect the camcorder to a laptop computer that is not connected to a power source the battery of the laptop computer will continue to use up its charge Do not leave the camcorder connected to a computer in this manner Charging with a personally assembled computer with a converted computer or through a USB hub are not guaranteed The camcorder may not function correctly depending on the USB device which is used with the computer When the camcorder is connected to a computer or accessories Do not try to format the recording media of the camcorder with a computer If you do so your camcorder may not operate correctly 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 When the camcorder is connected to other devices through a USB connection and the power of the camcorder is turned on do not close the LCD panel The image data that has been recorded may be lost Notes on optional accessories We recommend using genuine Sony accessories Genuine Sony accessories may not be available in some countries regions Multi interface shoe When using a dedicated microphone or portable speaker
57. indows XP 512 MB or more 1 GB or more is recommended Windows Vista Windows 7 Windows 8 1 GB or more Hard disk Disk volume required for installation Approximately 500 MB Display Minimum 1 024 x 768 dots Standard installation is required Operation is not assured if the OS has been upgraded or in a multi boot environment 64 bit editions and Starter Edition are not supported Windows Image Mastering API IMAPI Ver 2 0 or newer is required to use disc creation function etc Starter Edition is not supported 4 Faster processor is recommended Operation with all computer environments is not assured GB 44 Installing the PlayMemories Home software in your computer Access the following download site using an Internet browser on your computer then click Install Run www sony net pm 2 Install according to the on screen instructions When the on screen instructions prompting you to connect the camcorder to a computer appear connect the camcorder to your computer with the Built in USB Cable Built in USB Cable When the installation completes PlayMemories Home starts up Notes on installation If the PlayMemories Home software is already installed on your computer connect the camcorder to your computer Functions that can be used with this camcorder will then be available If the PMB Picture Mot
58. insert a new memory card Wait until the screen disappears Access lamp Insert the card with the notched corner in the direction as illustrated GB 25 paueis bum GB 26 To eject the memory card Open the cover and lightly push the memory card in once To ensure stable operation of the memory card it is recommended to format the memory card with your camcorder before the first use p 53 Formatting 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 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 p 53 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 When inserting or ejecting the memory card be careful so that the memory card does not pop out and drop Types of memory card you can use with your camcorder SD Speed Capacity Described in this Class operation manual verified Memory Stick PRO Duo media Mark2 Memory Stick PRO HG Duo media Upto32GB Memory Stick PRO Dug media Memory Stick XC HG Duo media Up to 64 GB SD memory card SDHC memory card Gliss Aor Up to 64 GB SD card faster SDXC memory card Operation with a
59. ion Browser software is installed on your computer it will be overwritten by the PlayMemories Home software In this case you cannot use some functions that were available with PMB with this PlayMemories Home software To disconnect your camcorder from the computer 1 Click the 9 icon at the bottom right of the desktop of the computer Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device 2 Select X Yes on the camcorder screen 3 Disconnect the USB cable If you are using Windows 7 or Windows 8 click B then click jy When you access the camcorder from the computer use the PlayMemories Home software Operation is not guaranteed if you operate the data using software other than the PlayMemories Home software or you directly manipulate files and the folders from a computer Images cannot be saved to some discs depending on the configuration selected in EE REC Mode Movies recorded in 60p Quality PS models with the NTSC color system 50p Quality PS models with the PAL color system or Highest Quality FX mode can only be saved to a Blu ray disc You cannot create a disc with movies recorded in HMP4B MP4 mode The camcorder automatically divides an image file that exceeds 2 GB and saves the parts as separate files All image files may be shown as separate files on a computer however the files will be handled properly by the import function an
60. ion from the GPS system HDR PJ780VE PJ790V PJ790VE 2 HDR PJ790 PJ790V HDR PJ780E PJ780VE PJ790E PJ790VE E others Index Troubleshooting For information on your camcorder model see the following page Functions and equipment p 11 If you run into any problems using your camcorder follow the steps below Check the list p 55 to 57 and inspect your camcorder v 2 Disconnect the power source attach the power source again after about 1 minute and turn the camcorder on WwW Press RESET p 15 using a pointed object and turn the camcorder on If you press RESET all settings including the clock setting are reset ww 4 Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility You may need to initialize or change the current internal memory of your camcorder depending on the problem If you do so the data stored on the internal memory will be deleted Be sure to save the data on the internal memory on other media backup before sending your camcorder for repair We will not compensate you for any loss of internal memory data During repair we may check a minimum amount of data stored on the internal memory in order to investigate the problem However your Sony dealer will neither copy nor retain your data See the Handycam User Guide p 10 for details on the symptoms of your camcorder and PlayMemories Home Help Guide p
61. is available when M Mi or Mal are displayed The following features are available if you use the GPS Global Positioning System function Recording location information on movies or photos On is the default setting Playing movies and photos by searching for them from a map Map View p 33 Displaying a map of your current location If you do not want to record location information Select MENU Setup gt A General Settings GPS Setting Off It may take a while before the camcorder starts triangulating Use the GPS function outdoors and in open areas as the radio signals can best be received in such areas The map always displays the north at the top Playing images on a TV If you connect the camcorder to the HDMI input jack of a TV the image quality viewed on the TV screen is high definition image quality HD And if you can connect the camcorder to the A V input jack of a TV the image quality viewed on the TV is standard definition image quality STD SS High Standard definition definition Y Yellow VIDEO D HDMI IN White i E AUDIO j Red N AV Cable sold separately HDMI Cable ir supplied ISE HDMI OUT v MULTI Signal flow Switch the input on the TV to the connected jack 2 Connect the camcorder
62. lect Nm while the camcorder is in the playback standby mode either Event View or Event Index is displayed GB 47 To play back images in the external media device on the camcorder Select Play without copying in step 2 and select the image you want to view You can also view images on a TV connected to your camcorder p 37 When an external media device is connected EX will appear on the Event View screen Ch 3 1120132122013 y c M mnightignt amp 5 D gt To delete images in the external media device 1 Select Play without copying in step 2 2 Select MENU Edit Copy Delete and then follow the instructions that appear on the LCD screen to delete images To save the desired images in the camcorder to the external media device 1 Select Play without copying in step 2 2 Select MENUJ Edit Copy Copy and then follow the instructions that appear on the LCD screen to save images If you want to copy images that have not yet Edit Copy Direct Copy while your camcorder is connected to the external media device been copied select MENU To play back high definition image quality HD movies on your computer On the PlayMemories Home software p 45 select the drive that represents the external media device connected a
63. lens hood when you operate the camcorder with the supplied remote commander To attach the Step Down Ring o Law Align the Step Down Ring with the camcorder properly then turn it in the direction of the arrow until the Step Down Ring is locked in place You can change the filter diameter to 37mm 1 1 2 in by attaching the Step Down Ring allowing you to use the recommended conversion lens You cannot attach the wide end conversion lens filter if the Step Down Ring is attached To remove Step Down Ring turn it in the opposite direction from that of the arrow To attach the wind screen SN A OAU BN y jo A N The wind screen can reduce wind noise in windy conditions Insert the front side of the built in microphone into the hole at the bottom of the wind screen then pull the tag on the windscreen backwards until the wind screen covers the built in microphone When the lens hood is attached it may be difficult to attach the wind screen Pull the tag upward to remove the wind screen Wireless Remote Commander pry Using the wireless remote commander is helpful when projecting recorded images from your camcorder O O On A joo 11
64. ll memory cards is not assured A MultiMediaCard cannot be used with this camcorder Movies recorded on the Memory Stick XC HG Duo media and SDXC memory cards cannot be imported to or played back on computers or AV 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 the Memory Stick XC HG Duo media and SDXC memory cards Gn Recording playback editing media Screen indicators during recording p 72 Recording time of movies number of recordable photos p 58 E Recording Playback Recording For information on your camcorder model see the following page Functions and equipment p 11 In the default setting movies and photos are recorded on the internal memory Movies are recorded with high definition image quality HD Recording movies 1 Open the LCD screen 2 Press START STOP to start pegKe d buipao ay recording A e To stop recording press START STOP E again e You can record photos during movie Hd recording by pressing PHOTO Dual S Capture If you close the LCD screen while recording movies the camcorder stops recording only when the viewfinder is retr
65. n HQ 5h30min 4h 55 min Long Time 12h30 min 11h15min LP 10h15 min 9h15 min MP4 in h hour and min minute Recording time HDR PJ780E HDR PJ780VE 10 h 55 min 9h55 min 10 h 55 min 9 h 55 min Standard definition image quality STD in h hour and min minute Recording time Recording mode HDR PJ780E HDR PJ780VE Standard 7h30 min 6h45 min HQ 6h55 min 6h15min HDR PJ790 PJ790E PJ790V PJ790VE High definition image quality HD in h hour and min minute Recording time ecording mode HDR PJ790V HDR PJ790 PJ790E PITOOVE E mm 7h45min 7h30 min Quality PS 7h45 min 7h30 min Highest 9h5min 8 h 50 min Quality FX 9h 5 min 8 h 50 min High 12h25 min 12h Quality FH 12h25 min 12 h Standard 21h50min 21h10min HQ 16h35 min 16h5 min Long Time 37h45 min 36h30 min LP 31 h 30 h MP4 in h hour and min minute Recording time HDR PJ790 PJ790E HDR PJ790V PJ790VE 33h 32h 33 h 32h Standard definition image quality STD in h hour and min minute Recording time Recording mode HDR PJ790V HDR PJ790 PJ790E PJ790VE Standard 22h40min 21h55 min HQ 20h 50 min 20h 10 min 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 Memory card High definition image quality HD u
66. nal media device and then play back images stored on the external media device p 48 You can connect your computer and the external media device and import images to your computer using the PlayMemories Home software p 45 For this operation you need the USB Adaptor Cable VMC UAM2 sold separately Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord mains lead to the DC IN jack of your camcorder and the wall outlet wall socket Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the external media device Connect your camcorder and the external media device using the USB Adaptor Cable sold separately p USB Adaptor Cable VMC UAM2 sold separately Make sure not to disconnect the USB cable while Preparing image database file Please wait is displayed on the LCD screen If Repair Img DB E is displayed on the camcorder screen select OK J Select Copy on the camcorder screen Copy images that have not been copied to the external media copy Play without copying J Easy copy Movies and photos that are stored on the recording media and that have not yet been saved on to external media device can be saved on the connected media device at this time This operation is available only when 93I ep elpaw jeusa xa ue uo sebeuui Dui es there are newly recorded images in your camcorder To disconnect the external media device se
67. nd then play movies The following devices cannot be used as an external media device media devices with a capacity exceeding 2 TB ordinary disc drive such as CD or DVD drive media devices connected via a USB hub media devices with built in USB hub card reader You may not be able to use external media devices with a code function The FAT file system is available for your camcorder If the storage medium of the external device was formatted for the NTFS file system etc format the external media device using the camcorder before use The format screen appears when an external media device is connected to your camcorder Before formatting make sure that you have no important data saved on the external media device as formatting will delete the data Operation is not guaranteed with all devices satisfying the operating requirements For details on available external media devices go to the Sony support website in your country region The number of scenes you can save on the external media device is as follows However even if the external media device 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 Max 9 999 MP4 movies and photos Max 40 000 both MP4 movies and photos If your camcorder does not recognize the external media device try the following
68. ng an AV Cable sold separately Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 etc Gn Setting the aspect ratio supported by the TV TV Type p 53 On Photo TV HD This camcorder is compatible with the Photo TV HD standard Photo TV HD allows for highly detailed photo like depiction of subtle textures and colors By connecting Sony s Photo TV HD compatible devices using an HDMI cable a whole new world of photos can be enjoyed in breathtaking HD quality The TV will automatically switch to the appropriate mode when displaying photos Using the built in projector You can use a flat surface such as a wall as a screen to view recorded images using the built in projector ws BM V Uy 2m 1 Face the projector lens towards a surface such as a wall and then press PROJECTOR PROJECTOR 2 Select Image Shot on This Device on the LCD screen 3 When the operating guide screen appears select Project Projector Operation Method Focus Adjustment Gm 200M Select ols PHOTO OK Some operations can t be run while projecting Switch to panel to operate This screen appears the first time you use the built in projector after the camcorder is turned on 4 Adjust the focus of the projected image using the PROJECTOR FOCUS lever The projected image is larger when the distance between your camcorder and the reflecting surface increase
69. nit minute ecording mode 16 GB 32 GB 64 GB SE 75 150 305 Quality PS 75 150 305 Highest 85 180 360 Quality FX 85 180 360 High Quality 120 245 490 FH 120 245 490 Standard 210 430 865 HG 160 325 655 Long Time 370 740 1490 TP 300 610 1225 MP4 unit minute 16 GB 32GB 64 GB 320 650 1305 320 650 1305 Standard definition image quality STD unit minute Recording mode 16 GB 32 GB 64 GB Standard 220 445 895 HQ 200 410 825 e When using a Sony memory card GB 59 xepuj sieu1o GB 60 The recordable time may vary depending on the recording and subject conditions and REC Mode and 8 Frame Rate p 52 The number in is the minimum recordable time You can record movies of a maximum of 3 999 scenes with high definition image quality HD and 9 999 scenes with standard definition image quality STD And you can record a maximum of 40 000 MP4 movies and photos collectively The maximum continuous recording time of movies is approximately 13 hours Your camcorder uses the VBR Variable Bit Rate format to automatically adjust image quality to suit the recording scene This technology causes fluctuations in the recording time of the media Movies containing quickly moving and complex images are recorded at a higher bit rate and this reduces the overall recording time Expected number of r
70. nu lists citro uve me eIMIDIUGnOUPEHPOIqPuiisimee nucon Others Index Troubleshooting 45 a ee et te ee loe e E Self diagnosis display Warning indicators Recording time of movies number of recordable photos Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack 58 Expected recording time of movies sss 58 Expected number of recordable photos sssssssss sese 60 About handling of your camcorder ssssssssssss een eee eeaeees 61 Specifications ee abe whine heed tise pa eden ards Vewene Gene Tate Cade n 65 END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR MAP DATA FOR VIDEO CAMERA RECORDER PRODUCTS Models with GPS Screen indicators GB 13 s u U09 Jo ajqey GB 14 Parts and controls Figures in are reference pages gt C A 6 N o N LE 4 Multi interface shoe Tries For details on compatible accessories of the Multi interface shoe visit the Sony web site in your area or consult your Sony dealer or localauthorized Sony service facility Operations with other manufactures accessories are not guaranteed Flash Video light Lens Carl Zeiss lens Remote sensor Infrared port Camera recording lamp 53 The camera recording lamp lights up in red during recording The lamp flashes when the remaining
71. o ay x 112013212 8 800 00 00 Vis cs 11820135 119 Ss on the LCD screen for various E playback operations EJ u d Volume 14a gt gt Previous Next i Delete a Fast reverse fast forward Ey Context J Play Pause n Stop T Play stop slide show Some buttons described above may not appear depending on the image being played back GB 31 As you repeat selecting 108 during playback movies are played as fast as about 5 times about 10 times about 30 times about 60 times e Select 2t during pause to play movies slowly To repeat Slideshow select b Slideshow Set Screen display on the Event View screen Remaining battery To the MENU screen menu i l hehe i To the Map View screen models with GPS Events To the previous event X 112013512 CHE To the next event Change to the movie photo recording mode i To play back short movies L Time line bar Highlight Q Change Event Scale button Event name Recorded time number of photos L L To go back to the Event View screen x 112013 gt 12 Previous Ha al B Next 11820135 119 __
72. o show messages in a specified language Select MENU Setup A General Settings Language Setting a desired language 2 To turn off the power Close the LCD screen or press the POWER button p 15 Cee If the viewfinder is pulled out retract the viewfinder as shown in the illustration on the right On turning the camcorder on or off using the LCD screen or the viewfinder The power of the camcorder is turned on or off depending on the status of the LCD screen or the viewfinder Status Power of the camcorder LCD screen Viewfinder Open Retracted On Pulled out On Closed Retracted Off Pulled out On 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 When you make recording with the viewfinder only Pull out the viewfinder and close the LCD panel and then adjust the angle you want If the indicator on the viewfinder appears blurred adjust the appearance using the viewfinder lens adjustment lever located on the above of the viewfinder GB 23 paueis Bum GB 24 To adjust the angle of the LCD panel First open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder 1 and then adjust the angle 2 90 degrees max 92 owe 2 180 degrees M 90 degrees to the camcord
73. o the terms and conditions of this LICENSE Termination Without prejudice to any other rights SONY may terminate this LICENSE if you fail to comply with the terms and conditions of this LICENSE In such event you must stop using the SOFTWARE and all of its component parts The provisions of this LICENSE COPYRIGHT HIGH RISK ACTIVITIES EXCLUSION OF WARRANTY ON SOFTWARE LIMITATION OF LIABILITY PROHIBITION ON EXPORT SEVERABILITY and GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION Sections Confidentiality Paragraph of this Section and this Paragraph shall survive any expiration or termination of this LICENSE Confidentiality You agree to keep information contained in the SOFTWARE which is not publicly known confidential to yourself and not to disclose such information to others without SONY s prior written approval COPYRIGHT All title and copyright in and to the SOFTWARE including but not limited to any map data images photographs animation video audio music text and applets incorporated into the SOFTWARE and any copies of the SOFTWARE are owned by SONY licensors and suppliers to SONY and their respective affiliates such licensors and suppliers to SONY together with their respective affiliates are hereinafter collectively referred to as SONY s Licensors All rights not specifically granted under this LICENSE are reserved by SONY or SONY s Licensors HIGH RISK ACTIVITIES The
74. ole image Shutter Speed Adjusts Shutter Speed When you shoot a moving subject at a higher shutter speed it appears as if frozen on the image At a lower shutter speed the subject appears as if it is flowing AGC Limit Sets the maximum level of AGC Auto Gain Control AE Shift Adjusts the exposure Touch L if the subject is white or the backlight is bright or touch _ _J if the subject is black or the light is dim White Balance Shift Adjusts the white balance LOW L kasi Records bright color images in the dim ms Camera Settings Scene Selection Selects an appropriate recording setting according to the type of scene such as night view or beach Cinematone Adjusts the color of the movie to resemble the atmosphere of films when recording Fader Fades scenes in or out E3 Self Timer Sets the self timer when your camcorder is in photo recording mode Tele Macro Focuses on the subject with its background blurred HE SteadyShot Sets the SteadyShot function when recording movies EJ SteadyShot Sets the SteadyShot function when shooting photos Digital Zoom Sets the maximum zoom level of the digital zoom Conversion Lens Auto Back Light Adjusts the exposure for backlit subjects automatically Dial Setting Assigns a function to the MANUAL dial NIGHTSHOT Light
75. olombia 120 60 A eru 220 60 A C Venezuela 120 60 A Middle East Countries regions Voltage Frequency Hz Plug type Iran 220 50 C BF Iraq 220 50 C BF Israel 230 50 C Saudi Arabia 127 220 50 A C BF Turkey 220 50 G UAE 240 50 C BF Africa Countries regions Voltage Frequency Hz Plug type Algeria 127 220 50 C Congo dem 220 50 C Egypt 220 50 C Ethiopia 220 50 C Kenya 240 50 C BF Nigeria 230 50 C BF South Africa 220 230 50 C BF Tanzania 230 50 C BF Tunisia 220 50 C GB 6 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 Do not disassemble Do not crush and do not expose the battery pack to any shock or force such as hammering dropping or stepping on it Do not short circuit and do not allow metal objects to come into contact with the battery terminals Do not expose to high temperature above 60 C 140 F such as in direct sunlight or in a car parked in the sun Do not incinerate or dispose of in fire Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries Be sure to charge the battery 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 Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by Sony Dispose of used battery packs promptly as described in the in
76. order And the illustrations of your camcorder and its screen indication are exaggerated or simplified for understandability Design and specifications of your camcorder and accessories are subject to change without notice How to use this manual In this manual the differences in the specifications for each model are described together If you find the description Models with like below confirm in this chapter whether the description applies to your camcorder Models with GPS Models with the NTSC color system To confirm the model name of your camcorder Model HDR See the bottom of your camcorder are is Ce Q n cdi LATA Differences in functions Model name Capacity of internal Signal format Spi GPS memory connection HDR PJ780E 32 GB PAL Output only HDR PJ780VE 32 GB PAL Output only v HDR PJ790 96 GB NTSC Input Output zt HDR PJ790E 96 GB PAL Output only HDR PJ790V 96 GB NTSC Input Output 4 HDR PJ790VE 96 GB PAL Output only V For the following items the descriptions are explained with the model name Safety Regulation p 2 Parts and controls p 14 Menu lists p 51 Specifications p 65 Recording time of movies number of recordable photos p 58 GB 11 GB 17 Table of contents Crime EEY 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 0 0 00 00 00sec cece RR Learning more about the camcorder Handycam
77. ording Before starting to record test the recording function to make sure the image and sound are recorded without any problems Compensation for the contents of recordings cannot be provided even if recording or playback is not possible due to a malfunction of the camcorder recording media etc TV color systems differ depending on the country region To view your recordings on a TV you need a TV that supports the signal format for your camcorder For details on the signal format refer to How to use this manual p 11 Television programs films video tapes and other materials may be copyrighted Unauthorized recording of such materials may be violate to the copyright laws Notes on use Do not do any of the following If any of those are done 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 25 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 HH Movie Photo lamps p 15 or the access lamp p 25 are lit or flashing cE When the camcorder is connected to other In this manual the internal memory of the devices through a USB connection and the camcorder and the memory card are called power of the camcorder is turned on do not recording media
78. our camcorder q Select Photo Capture that appears on the playback screen of a movie ae o mw amp 2 Select the point where you want to capture a photo using J and then select LOK mu Photo Capture 00120 ea an ur A 0 ir B A Returns to the beginning of the selected movie B Adjusts the capturing point with more precision If the movie was recorded with one of the following image quality levels the image size will be set as shown below High definition image quality HD or MP4 2 1 M 16 9 Wide aspect ratio 16 9 with standard definition image quality STD 0 2 M 16 9 4 3 aspect ratio with standard definition image quality STD 0 3 M 4 3 You cannot save captured images to the memory card models without a USB input function On recording date and time of captured photos The recording date and time of captured photos are the same as the recording date and time of the movies If the movie you are capturing from has no data code the recording date and time of the photo will be the date and time you captured from the movie E Saving movies and photos with a computer Playing images on a computer The PlayMemories Home software allows you to import movies and still images to your computer to use them in a variety of ways What you can do with Play
79. p www compliance sony de Notice for the customers in the countries applying EU Directives This product has been manufactured by or on behalf of Sony Corporation 1 7 1 Konan Minato ku Tokyo 108 0075 Japan Inquiries related to product compliance based on European Union legislation shall be addressed to the authorized representative Sony Deutschland GmbH Hedelfinger Strasse 61 70327 Stuttgart Germany For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses provided in the separate service or guarantee documents This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits set out in the EMC regulation for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters 9 8 feet Attention The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound of this unit 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 systems 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
80. power zoom lever the operation sound of the power zoom lever may also be recorded You cannot change the zoom speed with the vw T button on the LCD screen The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is about 1 cm about 13 32 in for wide angle and about 80 cm about 31 1 2 in for telephoto You can magnify images up to 10 times using optical zooming in the following cases When E SteadyShot is set to other than Active When the 3 Photo lamp is lit Gr Further zooming Digital Zoom p 51 Playback For information on your camcorder model see the following page Functions and equipment p 11 You can search for recorded images by date and time of recording Event View or location of recording Map View models with GPS 1 Open the LCD screen and press the E button on the camcorder to enter the playback mode You can enter the playback mode by selecting on the LCD screen p 29 2 Select lt 2Jto move the desired event to the center 1 and then select it The camcorder displays recorded images as an event automatically based on the date and time 3 Selectthe image The camcorder plays from the selected image to the last image in the event 4 Select the appropriate buttons 1120132 1 2 y mr e snighiignt EJ pegKe d buipa
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82. ration and Sony Corporation Memory Stick sass Memory Stick Duo Memory STICK Duo Memory Stick PRO Duo Memory STICK PRO Duo Memory Stick PRO HG Duo Memory Stick PRO HG Duo Memory Stick XC HG Duo Memory Stick XC HG Duo MagicGate MAGIC GATE MagicGate Memory Stick and MagicGate Memory Stick Duo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation InfoLITHIUM is a trademark of Sony Corporation x v Color and x v Colour are trademarks of Sony Corporation BIONZ is a trademark of Sony Corporation S M STETF is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation BRAVIA is a trademark of Sony Corporation Blu ray Disc and Blu ray are trademarks of the Blu ray Disc Association Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories The terms HDMI and HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries Microsoft Windows Windows Vista and DirectX are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries Mac 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 and PlayStation
83. rd is inserted p 26 lo The memory card is write protected Access to the memory card was restricted on another device QU The amount of lights is not sufficient so camera shake easily occurs Use the flash The camcorder is unsteady so camera shake easily occurs Hold the camcorder steady with both hands and record the image However note that the camera shake warning indicator does not disappear The recording medium is full Photos cannot be recorded during processing Wait for a while then record When set to the following you cannot shoot photos during movie recording EH REC Mode Highest Quality FX B Frame Rate 60p models with the NTSC color system or 50p models with the PAL color system GB 57 xepuj sieu1o GB 58 Recording time of movies number of recordable photos For information on your camcorder model see the following page Functions and equipment p 11 HD stands for high definition image quality and STD stands for standard definition image quality Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack Recording time Approximate time available when you use a fully charged battery pack Continuous recording unit minute time Battery pack Image quality HD MP4 STD NP FV50 110 125 115 supplied 115 130 120 Typical recording time unit minute Battery pack Image quality HD MP4 STD N
84. rther Avoid rough handling disassembling modifying physical shock or impact such as hammering dropping or stepping on the product Be particularly careful with the lens Keep the LCD screen and the viewfinder closed when you are not using your camcorder Do not operate your camcorder with it wrapped in an object such as a towel When disconnecting the power cord mains lead pull it by the plug and not the cord Do not damage the power cord mains lead such as by placing anything heavy on it Do not use a deformed or damaged battery pack Keep metal contacts clean 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 liquid gets in your eyes wash with plenty of water and consult a doctor When not using your camcorder for a long time 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 Use up the battery pack completely before storing it Note on the camcorder battery pack temperature 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 or the v
85. s 18 USB USB Adaptor Cable USB connection support PER 18 aSa AET EEA EAT 60 Wall outlet wall socket 21 Warning indicators 56 Wind noise 5 tret 52 Windows Wind screen Wireless Remote Commander 17 63 VAR 30 You will find the menu lists on pages 51 to 54 xepuj sieu1o GB 75 Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website http www sony net 2013 Sony Corporation Printed in China 4452094120 ULINZ DAcIUNH g5
86. s case when you contact them give them all the numbers of the error code beginning with C or E You may hear a melody when some warning indicators appear on the screen cono C c 04 000 The battery pack is not an InfoLITHIUM battery pack V series Use an InfoLITHIUM battery pack V series p 19 Connect the DC plug of the AC Adaptor to the DCIN jack of your camcorder securely p 19 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 L 1E 1 Remove the power source Reconnect it and operate your camcorder again E O00 00 Follow the steps from 2 on page 55 INI The battery pack is nearly used up Adis The battery pack temperature is high Change the battery pack or place it in a cool place SJ No memory card is inserted p 25 When the indicator flashes there are not enough free spaces for recording images Delete unnecessary images p 41 or format the memory card after storing the images on other media p 53 The image data base file may be damaged Check the data base file by selecting MENU gt Setup Media Settings Repair Img DB E the recording medium g The memory card is damaged Format the memory card with your camcorder p 53 2 Incompatible memory ca
87. ser to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS DANGER TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions Keep these instructions Heed all warnings Follow all instructions Do not use this apparatus near water Clean only with dry cloth Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturers instructions Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus
88. ses 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 off 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 For the State of California USA only Perchlorate Material special handling may apply See www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate Perchlorate Material Lithium battery contains perchlorate FOR CUSTOMERS IN EUROPE CE Hereby Sony Corporation declares that this HDR PJ780VE PJ790VE 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 htt
89. strict Court and the parties hereby consent to the venue and jurisdiction of such court THE PARTIES HEREBY WAIVE TRIAL BY JURY WITH RESPECT TO ANY MATTERS ARISING UNDER OR RELATING TO THIS LICENSE SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF THE RIGHT OF TRIAL BY JURY IN SUCH CASE THE ABOVE EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU ENTIRE AGREEMENT These terms and conditions constitute the entire agreement between SONY and you pertaining to the subject matter hereof and supersedes in their entirety any and all previously existing written or oral agreements between us with respect to such subject matter GOVERNMENT END USERS Ifthe SOFTWARE is being acquired by or on behalf of the United States government or any other entity seeking or applying rights similar to those customarily claimed by the United States government such SOFTWARE is a commercial item as that term is defined at 48 C F R FAR 2 101 is licensed in accordance with this LICENSE and such SOFTWARE delivered or otherwise furnished shall be provided with the following Notice of Use and shall be treated in accordance with such notice NOTICE OF USE CONTRACTOR MANUFACTURER SUPPLIER NAME SONY CORPORATION CONTRACTOR MANUFACTURER SUPPLIER ADDRESS 1 7 1 Konan Minato ku Tokyo Japan These SOFTWARE are commercial items as defined in FAR 2 101 and are subject to the END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR MAP DATA FOR VIDEO CAMERA RECORDER PRODUCTS unde
90. structions 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 Note on the power cord mains lead The power cord mains lead is designed specifically for use with this camcorder only and should not be used with other electrical equipment Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss For customers in the U S A and CANADA RECYCLING LITHIUM ION BATTERIES Lithium Ion batteries are recyclable You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries call toll free 1 800 822 8837 or visit http www rbrc org Caution Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium Ion batteries 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 interferenc
91. tery pack attached and the lens hood Mass approx HDR PJ780E PJ790 PJ790E 570 g 11b 4 1 oz main unit only 670 g 11b 7 6 oz including the supplied rechargeable battery pack and the lens hood HDR PJ780VE PJ790V PJ790VE 575 g 1 Ib 4 3 oz main unit only 675 g 1 Ib 7 8 oz including the supplied rechargeable battery pack and the lens hood 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 mm X 29 mm X 81 mm 1 15 16 in X 1 3 16 in X 3 1 4 in w h d excluding the projecting parts Mass approx 150 g 5 3 oz excluding 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 V Output voltage DC 6 8 V Maximum charge voltage DC 8 4 V Maximum charge current 2 1 A Capacity Typical 7 0 Wh 1030 mAh Minimum 6 6 Wh 980 mAh Type Li ion Design and specifications of your camcorder and accessories are subject to change without notice On trademarks Handycam and FANS YONI are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation AVCHD AVCHD Progressive AVCHD logotype and AVCHD Progressive logotype are trademarks of Panasonic Corpo
92. the default setting The camcorder is detecting a smile The camcorder is orange detecting a face When set to the following you cannot use the Smile Shutter function E 8 REC Mode Highest Quality FX EB Frame Rate 60p models with the NTSC color system or 50p models with he PAL color system Smiles may not be detected depending on recording conditions subject conditions and the setting of your camcorder Gn Smile Sensitivity p 52 Selecting the suitable setting automatically for the recording situation Intelligent Auto Your camcorder records movies after selecting the most suitable setting for the subjects or the situation automatically On is the default setting q Select C38 On at the right bottom of the recording screen of movies or photos 2 Point the camcorder toward the subject and start recording The icons that correspond to the conditions detected are displayed Face detection amp Portrait amp Baby Scene detection P Backlight afl Landscape A Night Scene Spotlight Low light Macro Camera shake detection amp Walk 3 Tripod Sound detection 18 Zl Auto Wind NR To cancel the Intelligent Auto function select 10 5 off To record images brighter than those recorded using the Intelligent Auto function Select IMENU
93. thereof in any form for the purpose of rental or lease whether with any license fee or not Some jurisdictions do not allow the restrictions of such rights in such case the above restrictions may not apply to you Limitation on Reverse Engineering Decompilation and Disassembly You may not i extract the SOFTWARE from the PRODUCT ii reproduce copy modify port translate or create derivative works of the SOFTWARE in whole or in part or iii reverse engineer decompile disassemble the SOFTWARE by any means whatsoever in whole or in part for any purpose Some jurisdictions do not allow the limitation of such rights in such case the above limitation may not apply to you Trademarks and Notices You may not remove alter cover or deface any trademarks or copyright notices on the SOFTWARE Data Files The SOFTWARE may create data files automatically for use with the SOFTWARE Any such data files will be deemed to be part of the SOFTWARE SOFTWARE Transfer You may permanently transfer all of your rights under this LICENSE only as part of a sale or transfer of the PRODUCT provided you retain no copies of the SOFTWARE transfer all of the SOFTWARE including all copies only if permitted to copy under Limitation on Reverse Engineering Decompilation and Disassembly Paragraph above component parts the media and printed materials all versions and any upgrades of the SOFTWARE and this LICENSE and the recipient agrees t
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95. vovE PHOTO Fi MOVIE PHOTO 3 Add check marks V to the movies or photos to be deleted and selecti OK J 182013 gt 1192013 Tz L1 H H la perete J To delete all movies photos in the selected date all together 1 Instep 2 select All In Event 2 Select the date you want to delete using X and then select LOK x 112013122013 A eJ 118 2013 1192013 Ih To delete a part of a movie You can divide a movie and delete it Gn Release protection Protect p 53 Format p 53 Dividing a movie Select Divide on the movie playback screen amp wu amp Burpy GB 42 2 Selectthe point where you want to divide the movie into scenes using Ue Lu and then select OK pu Divide q m 0 01 20 EJ 9 9 92 3 93 N A B A Returns to the beginning of the selected movie B Adjusts the capturing point with more precision Notes 2 The point where you touch far and the actual dividing point may differ as your camcorder selects the dividing point in increments of about half a second An MP4 movie cannot be divided Capturing a photo from a movie You can capture images from movies recorded with y
96. z Plug type Austria 230 50 C Belgium 230 50 Cc Czech 220 50 C Denmark 230 50 C Finland 230 50 C France 230 50 C Germany 230 50 C Greece 220 50 C Hungary 220 50 C Iceland 230 50 Cc Ireland 230 50 C BF Italy 220 50 C Luxemburg 230 50 Cc Netherlands 230 50 Cc Norway 230 50 C Poland 220 50 C Portugal 230 50 C Romania 220 50 C Russia 220 50 C Slovak 220 50 C Spain 127 230 50 C Sweden 230 50 C Switzerland 230 50 C UK 240 50 F Asia Countries regions Voltage Frequency Hz Plug type China 220 50 A Hong Kong 200 220 50 F India 230 240 50 C Indonesia 127 230 50 C Japan 100 50 60 A Korea rep 220 60 k Malaysia 240 50 F Philippines 220 230 60 A C Singapore 230 50 F Taiwan 110 60 A Countries regions Voltage Frequency Hz Plug type Thailand 220 50 C BF Vietnam 220 50 A C Oceania Countries regions Voltage Frequency Hz Plug type Australia 240 50 Oo New Zealand 230 240 50 Oo North America Countries regions Voltage Frequency Hz Plug type Canada 120 60 A USA 120 60 A Central America Countries regions Voltage Frequency Hz Plug type ahamas 120 240 60 A Costa Rica 110 60 A Cuba 110 220 60 A C Dominican rep 110 60 A El Salvador 110 60 A Guatemala 120 60 A Honduras 110 60 A Jamaica 110 50 A Mexico 120 127 60 A Nicaragua 120 240 60 A anama 110 220 60 A South America Countries regions Voltage Frequency Hz Plug type Argentina 220 50 C BF O Brazil 127 220 60 A C Chile 220 50 C C

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