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"Handycam" User Guide
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HDR-CX190/CX200/CX210/PJ200
User Guide
Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about the camcorder.
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Playback
Playback
Playing movies and photos from the Event View screen Operating buttons while playing
Dividing a movie
Capturing a photo from a movie
Highlight Playback
Enjoying a digest of your movies (Highlight Playback)
Saving Highlight Playback in high definition image quality (HD) (Scenario Save)
Converting Highlight Playback scenes or Highlight Scenarios to standard definition image quality (STD) (Highlight Movie)
Using the built-in projector
Using the built-in projector (HDR-PJ200)
Playing images on a TV
Connecting the camcorder to a high definition TV Connecting the camcorder to a non-high-definition TV Connecting the camcorder to a TV via a VCR
Using “BRAVIA” Sync
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Saving images with an external device
Using the “PlayMemories Home” software
Starting the “PlayMemories Home” software
Selecting a method for saving images
Disc creation guide
Types of media devices on which the images can be saved The devices on which the created disc can be played back
Saving images on an external media device
Saving images on an external media device easily
Saving the desired images in the camcorder to the external media device Playing back images in the external media device on the camcorder Devices that cannot be used as an external media device
Creating a disc with the DVD writer, DVDirect Express
Creating a disc with DVDirect Express Performing [DISC BURN OPTION]
Playing back a disc on the DVDirect Express
Creating a disc with a DVD writer other than DVDirect Express
Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc with a DVD writer
Creating a disc with a recorder
Creating a standard definition image quality (STD) disc with a recorder, etc.
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Customizing your camcorder
Using menu items
Setting up menu items
Shooting Mode
Movie
Photo
Camera/Mic
White Balance
Spot Meter/Fcs (Spot meter/focus) (HDR-CX200/CX210/PJ200) Spot Meter (Flexible spot meter) (HDR-CX200/CX210/PJ200) Spot Focus (HDR-CX200/CX210/PJ200)
Exposure Focus Low Lux
Scene Selection Fader Self-Timer
Tele Macro SteadyShot (movie) Digital Zoom
Auto Back Light
Face Detection
Smile Shutter Smile Sensitivity Blt-in Zoom Mic Wind Noise Reduct.
Micref Level (Microphone reference level) My Button
Guide Frame
Display Setting
Image Quality/Size
REC Mode HD/STD Setting Wide Mode x.v.Color Image Size
Playback Function
Event View Highlight Movie Scenario
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Edit/Copy
Delete
Protect
Copy (HDR-CX210) Direct Copy
Setup
Media Select (HDR-CX210) Media Info
Format
Repair Img. DB F. File Number
Data Code Volume Download Music Empty Music TV Type
HDMI Resolution
CTRL FOR HDMI (Control for HDMI) USB Connect
USB Connect Setting USB LUN Setting Disc Burn
Beep
LCD Brightness
Language Setting
Calibration (HDR-CX200/CX210/PJ200) Battery Info
Eco Mode
Demo Mode
Date & Time Setting Area Setting
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Troubleshooting
If you have problems
If you have problems
Troubleshooting
Overall operations
Batteries/power sources
LCD screen
Memory card
Recording
Playback
Playing back images stored on memory card on other devices
Editing movies/photos on your camcorder
Playback on the TV
Copying/Connecting to other devices
Connecting to a computer
Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators
Self-diagnosis display Warning Indicators
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Maintenance and precautions
Maintenance and precautions
About the AVCHD format
About the memory card
About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack
About x.v.Color
About the AC Adaptor
About handling of your camcorder
On use and care
On moisture condensation
On adjustment of the touch panel (HDR-CX200/CX210/PJ200)
On charging the pre-installed rechargeable battery
Notes on disposal/transfer of the camcorder
Recording time of movies/number of recordable photos
Charging time
Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack
Expected recording time of movies
Using your camcorder abroad
Using your camcorder abroad
On trademarks
On trademarks
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Models and illustrations used in this User Guide
Parts and controls/Screen indicators
Parts and controls Screen indicators
Operating your camcorder
Selecting items on the LCD screen
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Getting started
Checking the supplied items
Supplied items
Charging the battery pack
Charging the battery using the AC Adaptor Charging the battery using your computer Charging the battery abroad
Turning the power on, and setting the date and time
Turning the power on, and setting the date and time
Preparing the recording media
Selecting a recording medium (HDR-CX210) Inserting a memory card
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Recording
Recording
Recording movies
Shooting photos
Useful functions for recording images
Zooming
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Intelligent Auto
Recording the selected subject clearly (Face Priority) (HDR-CX200/CX210/PJ200)
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Playback
Playback
Playing movies and photos from the Event View screen Operating buttons while playing
Dividing a movie
Capturing a photo from a movie
Highlight Playback
Enjoying a digest of your movies (Highlight Playback)
Saving Highlight Playback in high definition image quality (HD) (Scenario Save)
Converting Highlight Playback scenes or Highlight Scenarios to standard definition image quality (STD) (Highlight Movie)
Using the built-in projector
Using the built-in projector (HDR-PJ200)
Playing images on a TV
Connecting the camcorder to a high definition TV Connecting the camcorder to a non-high-definition TV Connecting the camcorder to a TV via a VCR
Using “BRAVIA” Sync
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Saving images with an external device
Using the “PlayMemories Home” software
Starting the “PlayMemories Home” software
Selecting a method for saving images
Disc creation guide
Types of media devices on which the images can be saved The devices on which the created disc can be played back
Saving images on an external media device
Saving images on an external media device easily
Saving the desired images in the camcorder to the external media device Playing back images in the external media device on the camcorder Devices that cannot be used as an external media device
Creating a disc with the DVD writer, DVDirect Express
Creating a disc with DVDirect Express Performing [DISC BURN OPTION]
Playing back a disc on the DVDirect Express
Creating a disc with a DVD writer other than DVDirect Express
Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc with a DVD writer
Creating a disc with a recorder
Creating a standard definition image quality (STD) disc with a recorder, etc.
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Customizing your camcorder
Using menu items
Setting up menu items
Shooting Mode
Movie
Photo
Camera/Mic
White Balance
Spot Meter/Fcs (Spot meter/focus) (HDR-CX200/CX210/PJ200) Spot Meter (Flexible spot meter) (HDR-CX200/CX210/PJ200) Spot Focus (HDR-CX200/CX210/PJ200)
Exposure Focus Low Lux
Scene Selection Fader Self-Timer
Tele Macro SteadyShot (movie) Digital Zoom
Auto Back Light
Face Detection
Smile Shutter Smile Sensitivity Blt-in Zoom Mic Wind Noise Reduct.
Micref Level (Microphone reference level) My Button
Guide Frame
Display Setting
Image Quality/Size
REC Mode HD/STD Setting Wide Mode x.v.Color Image Size
Playback Function
Event View Highlight Movie Scenario
Edit/Copy
Delete
Protect
Copy (HDR-CX210) Direct Copy
Setup
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Media Select (HDR-CX210)
Media Info Format
Repair Img. DB F. File Number
Data Code Volume Download Music Empty Music TV Type
HDMI Resolution
CTRL FOR HDMI (Control for HDMI) USB Connect
USB Connect Setting USB LUN Setting Disc Burn
Beep
LCD Brightness
Language Setting
Calibration (HDR-CX200/CX210/PJ200) Battery Info
Eco Mode
Demo Mode
Date & Time Setting Area Setting
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Troubleshooting
If you have problems
If you have problems
Troubleshooting
Overall operations Batteries/power sources LCD screen
Memory card Recording Playback
Playing back images stored on memory card on other devices Editing movies/photos on your camcorder
Playback on the TV Copying/Connecting to other devices Connecting to a computer
Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators
Self-diagnosis display Warning Indicators
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Maintenance and precautions
Maintenance and precautions
About the AVCHD format About the memory card
About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack About x.v.Color
About the AC Adaptor
About handling of your camcorder
On use and care
On moisture condensation
On adjustment of the touch panel (HDR-CX200/CX210/PJ200) On charging the pre-installed rechargeable battery
Notes on disposal/transfer of the camcorder
Recording time of movies/number of recordable photos
Charging time
Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack Expected recording time of movies
Using your camcorder abroad
Using your camcorder abroad
On trademarks
On trademarks
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Setting the date and time
Date & Time Setting
Area Setting
Checking the name of parts and controls
Parts and controls
Identifying part names
Parts and controls
Displaying the data code
Data Code
Selecting the suitable setting automatically for the recording situation
Intelligent Auto
Recording people clearly
Face Detection
Recording the selected subject clearly (Face Priority) (HDR-CX200/CX210/PJ200) Smile Shutter
Scene Selection (Portrait)
Scene Selection (Spotlight)
Recording images with the selected image quality
REC Mode HD/STD Setting Wide Mode Image Size
Recording images without blurring
SteadyShot (movie)
Adjusting the focus
Spot Focus (HDR-CX200/CX210/PJ200)
Tracking focus: Recording the selected subject clearly (Face Priority) (HDR-CX200/CX210/PJ200) Focus
Recording movies in a dim place
Low Lux
Scene Selection (Night Scene)
Recording sound clearly
Wind Noise Reduct.
Blt-in Zoom Mic
Micref Level (Microphone reference level)
Capturing photos during movie recording
Recording high quality photos during movie recording (Dual capture): Recording movies Smile Shutter
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Recording sunset or fireworks beautifully
Scene Selection (Fireworks)
Scene Selection (Sunrise&Sunset)
Selecting a recording medium
Media Select (HDR-CX210)
Saving battery power
Eco Mode
Playing movies and photos from an event
Event View
Enjoying a digest of your movies
Enjoying a digest of your movies (Highlight Playback)
Using the built-in projector
Using the built-in projector (HDR-PJ200)
Playing images on a TV
Connecting the camcorder to a high definition TV
Connecting the camcorder to a non-high-definition TV
Editing movies and photos
Capturing a photo from a movie
Dividing a movie
Delete
Saving images with an external device
Saving images on an external media device easily
Creating a disc
Creating a disc with DVDirect Express
Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc with a DVD writer Creating a standard definition image quality (STD) disc with a recorder, etc.
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Top page > Before use > How to use this User Guide > How to use this User Guide
How to use this User Guide
Selecting a topic to display
Searching a topic by keyword
Returning to a previous page
Printing out a page
Marks and notations used in this User Guide
This User Guide explains how to use each function of the camcorder, how to change settings, and how to troubleshoot a problem.
Selecting a topic to display
The following illustrations take Internet Explorer 7 as an example.
1.Click a title in the side bar on the left of the browser window. A list of topic titles appears in the right pane.
2.Click a topic title in the list.
Descriptions appear in the right pane.
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Changing the font size
Change the font size by changing the setting of your web browser. For how to change the font size setting, refer to the Help of your web browser.
Searching a topic by keyword
Enter the keyword in the search window, then click the [Search] button.
Returning to a previous page
Use the back button of your web browser or the breadcrumb trail navigation (A) to return to a page you previously viewed.
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Printing out a page
Click the [Print] button to print out a page you are viewing.
Marks and notations used in this User Guide
In this User Guide, the sequence of operations is shown by arrows ( |
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Icons in the operating procedure sentences appear when the camcorder is in its default settings. 
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Models and illustrations used in this User Guide
Models described in this User Guide
Models described in this User Guide are as follows.
HDR-CX190/CX200/CX210/PJ200
Difference of each model are as follows.
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The example images used in this User Guide for illustration purposes are captured using a digital still camera, and therefore may appear different from images and screen indicators that actually appear on your camcorder.
And, the illustrations of your camcorder and its screen indication are exaggerated or simplified for understandability.
Illustrations used in this manual are based on HDR-CX210 unless otherwise specified.
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Parts and controls
To fasten the grip belt
Speaker
Lens (Carl Zeiss lens)
LENS COVER switch
Built-in microphone
HDR-CX190
HDR-CX200/CX210
HDR-PJ200
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LCD screen/Touch panel (HDR-CX200/CX210/PJ200)
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.
Multi selector (HDR-CX190)
(View Images) button (HDR-CX190) PROJECTOR FOCUS lever (HDR-PJ200) Projector lens (HDR-PJ200)
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HDR-CX200/CX210
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(Movie)/ 
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RESET button
Press RESET using a pointed object.
Press RESET to initialize all the settings including the clock setting.
(View Images) button (HDR-CX200/CX210/PJ200) PROJECTOR button (HDR-PJ200)
HDMI OUT jack
(USB) jack
HDR-CX190
HDR-CX200/CX210/PJ200
Power zoom lever
PHOTO button
CHG (charge) lamp
Battery pack
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START/STOP button
Grip belt
Built-in USB Cable
DC IN jack
A/V Remote Connector
Memory card access lamp
Memory card slot
Tripod receptacle
Attach a tripod (sold separately: the length of the screw must be less than 5.5 mm (7/32 in.))
BATT (battery) release lever
To fasten the grip belt
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Screen indicators
Left 
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Check also for the indicators that appear during recording or playing.
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