4-479-706-11(1)
Digital HD Video
Camera Recorder
Operating Guide
HDR-MV1
English
Read this first
Before operating the unit, please read this manual
thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.
Learning more about the camcorder
(Music Video Recorder User Guide)
The Music Video Recorder User Guide is an online manual.
Refer to it for in-depth instructions on the many functions
of the camcorder.
Access the Sony support page.
http://www.sony.net/SonyInfo/Support/
Select your country or region.
Search for the model name of the
camcorder within the support page.
Check the model name on the bottom of
the camcorder.
© 2013 Sony Corporation
Printed in China
Supplied items
The numbers in ( ) are the supplied quantity.
Camcorder (1)
USB cable (Micro USB cable) (1)
Rechargeable battery pack NP-BX1 (1)
Lens cap (1)
Cap string (1)
“Operating Guide” (This manual) (1)
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 the camcorder.
Model No. HDR-
SerialNo.
In some models, the nameplate showing trademarks,
certification marks, and other information is located beside
the battery holder.
Installing the battery pack
Remove the battery cover.
1
Install the battery pack in the direction
illustrated.
2
Attach the battery cover.
3
Battery cover
Indentations
Charging the battery pack
Turn off the camcorder by pressing the POWER
button.
1
Open the terminal cover of the camcorder.
2
Connect the camcorder to a running computer
using the USB cable.
3
POWER button
CHG (charge) lamp
Terminal cover
Fully charging the battery pack takes approximately 245 minutes when
connected to a computer or approximately 155 minutes when using the
AC-UD10 AC Adaptor (sold separately).
When you use a fully charged battery pack, available recording time is
approximately 130 minutes (continuous recording time) or 75 minutes
(typical recording time), or available playback time is approximately 210
minutes (at default settings).
USB terminal
(Computer)
USB cable (supplied)
Inserting a memory card
Open the memory card cover.
1
Insert the memory card straight in the direction
illustrated until it clicks.
2
Close the memory card cover.
3
Memory card cover
microSD memory
card
“Memory Stick
Micro”media
To eject the memory card, push it in lightly once.
microSD memory cards, microSDHC memory cards, microSDXC memory
cards and “Memory Stick Micro”(Mark2) media are compatible with the
camcorder.
Operation with all memory cards is not assured.
Terminal
Printed
surface
Recording
Turn on the camcorder by pressing the POWER
button.
1
Press START/STOP to start recording.
To stop recording, press START/STOP again.
2
POWER button
START/STOP
button
When you turn on the power for the first time, the date and time setting
screen is displayed. Configure settings using the multi-selector.
The camcorder can record MP4 movies.
Noise may be recorded when recording by holding the camcorder because
it is equipped with a high-sensitivity microphone.
The LCD screen will be dark during recording (at default settings).
Multi-selector
Select by moving multiselector in directions show
by arrows, then finalize by
pressing center.
Playback
Turn on the camcorder by pressing the POWER
button.
1
Press the button on the camcorder to enter
the playback mode.
2
Select contents you want to play back using
the multi-selector, then press the center of the
3
selector.
POWER button
button
Multi-selector
Main buttons for playback operations
Volume
Delete
Stop
Previous/Next
/
Fast-reverse/fast-forward
/
Pause/Play
/
Transferring movies to your
smartphone (Wi-Fi)
Install the application on your smartphone.
1
Android 2.3 or later
(Android 4.0 or later if using NFC)
Search for and install PlayMemories Mobile from Google
play.
iOS 4.3 or later
(NFC is not available.)
Search for and install PlayMemories Mobile from App
Store.
For details on PlayMemories Mobile, visit the following URL.
(http://www.sony.net/pmm/)
If PlayMemories Mobile is already installed in your smartphone,
update the software to the latest version.
This application is not guaranteed to work on all smartphones and
tablets.
The operation methods and display screens for the application are
subject to change without notice by future upgrades.
The information on supported OS versions is current as of
September 1, 2013.
Select a movie on the camcorder that you want
to transfer, and then transfer it by connecting to
2
your smartphone.
When connecting to an Android device compatible
with NFC.
Play back a movie on the camcorder that you want to
transfer to your smartphone.
Start the [Setting] menu and select [Other settings]
on your smartphone, and confirm that [NFC] is
enabled.
Touch (N mark) on the camcorder with (N mark)
on your smartphone.
When connecting without using NFC.
Enter the playback mode on the camcorder, and
select [Edit/Copy] [Send to Smartphone]
[Select on This Device].
Select the image you want to transfer, and add
mark, and then select .
The SSID and the password are displayed, and the
camcorder is ready for connection from your smartphone.
On your smartphone, select the SSID that is displayed
on the camcorder, and then enter the password.
Android device:
1 Start up PlayMemories Mobile, and then select the
SSID that is displayed on the camcorder.
2 Enter the password that is displayed on the
camcorder (first time only).
iPhone:
1 On your smartphone, select [Wi-Fi] in the settings
menu, and then select the SSID that is displayed on
the camcorder.
2 Enter the password that is displayed on the
camcorder (first time only).
3 Confirm that the SSID is selected.
4 Start up PlayMemories Mobile.
Using your smartphone as a remote
commander (Wi-Fi)
Select on the recording screen of the
camcorder.
1
The SSID and the password are displayed on the
camcorder, and the camcorder is ready for connection
from your smartphone.
On your smartphone, select the SSID that is
displayed on the camcorder, and then enter the
2
password.
Perform the same procedure as in step of
“Transferring movies to your smartphone (WiFi)”/“When connecting without using NFC.”
If you want to use NFC, enter the recording screen, and
then touch (N mark) on the camcorder with (N
mark) on your smartphone.
Operate your smartphone.
3
Parts and controls
START/STOP button
POWER button
Lens cap
Cap string
Lens
Recording lamp
Microphones
Speaker
Loop for the cap string/the strap
Battery cover
(N mark)
NFC: Near Field Communication
LCD screen
(Playback) button
(headphones) jack
CHG (charge) lamp
Multi/Micro USB terminal
Supports Micro USB compatible devices.
Micro HDMI OUT jack
LINE IN jack/
Multi-selector
Tripod receptacle
Memory card slot
Memory card access lamp
(microphone) jack (PLUG IN POWER)
Recommended functions
To adjust the recording sound level of the builtin microphones
Select on the recording screen.
To reduce low frequency sound such as that of
air conditioners.
Select [Camera/Audio] [ Audio] [Low Cut
Filter]
[On].
To monitor sounds
Plug headphones into the (headphones) jack. To adjust
the volume, select
on the recording screen.
To synchronize the image on the LCD screen
with the sound being monitored.
Select [Camera/Audio] [ Audio] [Audio
Output Timing]
[Lip Sync].
To use MTR (Multi Track Recorder) or an external
microphone (sold separately)
Connect an MTR or external microphone to
LINE IN jack
of the camcorder. When the [Ext. Audio Input Set] screen
appears, select the device you want to connect.
To record only sounds
Select [Recording Mode] [Audio].
To change the audio recording format
Select [Camera/Audio] [ Audio] [Audio
Format], and then select the desired format.
To change the movie recording mode
Select [Image Quality/Size] [
and then select [1080] (1920x1080 30p) or [720] (1280x720
30p).
REC Mode],
To record without worrying about the battery
level
Connect the AC-UD10 AC Adaptor (sold separately) to the
camcorder with the battery installed.
Notes on use
Notes on using your camcorder
It is recommended to format the memory card with the
camcorder before the first use.
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 contents data may be damaged.
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.
During periods of extended recording, the temperature of
the camcorder may rise to a point where recording stops
automatically. With the power is turned off, leave the camcorder
for 10 minutes or longer to allow the temperature inside to
decrease to a safe level.
Under high ambient temperatures, the temperature of the
camcorder rises quickly.
When the temperature of the camcorder rises, the image
quality may deteriorate. It is recommended that you wait until
the temperature of the camcorder drops before continuing to
record.
The surface of the camcorder may get hot. This is not a
malfunction.
Playback of contents recorded with other devices, is not assured
on the camcorder.
Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the AC-
UD10 AC Adaptor (sold separately). Disconnect the AC Adaptor
from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately if any malfunction
occurs while using the apparatus.
MP4 movies recorded with [Audio Format] set to [Linear
PCM] cannot be played back on some equipment or services,
including Blu-ray Disc players (including Sony products). For
detailed information, check the camcorder support page before
use.
About the software
The content management and editing software can be
downloaded from the following URL:
www.sony.net/pm/mvr/
Notice regarding wireless networks
Sony bears no responsibility whatsoever for any loss or
damages that may occur as a result of unauthorized access to
or use of the access point registered to the camcorder if it is lost
or stolen.
Specifications
Movie recording format: Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, Audio:
MPEG-4 Linear PCM 2ch, MPEG-4 AAC LC 2ch
Audio recording format: Linear PCM (WAV)
Power requirements: DC 3.6 V (Battery pack), DC 5 V 1 500 mA (AC
Adaptor)
USB charging (Multi/Micro USB terminal): DC 5V 800mA
Average power consumption: 2.1 W (when recording movies at
default settings)
Rechargeable battery pack NP-BX1:
Maximum charge voltage: DC 4.2V
Maximum charge current: 1.89A
For more specifications, refer to “Specifications” in the Music
Video Recorder User Guide.
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
On trademarks
“Memory Stick,”“ ” and “Memory Stick Micro” are trademarks or registered
trademarks of Sony Corporation.
microSDXC logo is a trademark of SD-3C,LLC.
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.
Mac, Mac OS and App Store are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.
Android and Google Play are trademarks or registered trademarks of Google Inc.
iOS is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its
affiliates in the United States and certain other countries.
iPhone is a trademark or a registered trademark of Apple Inc.
Wi-Fi, the Wi-Fi logo, Wi-Fi PROTECTED SET-UP, Wi-Fi Direct, WPA and WPA2 are
registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
The N mark is a trademark or registered trademark of NFC Forum, Inc. in the
United States and in other countries.
All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective companies. Furthermore, ™ and ®
are not mentioned in each case in this manual.
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.
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 instructions.
Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones 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.call2recycle.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 interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
CAN ICES-3 B/NMB-3 B
This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set
forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio
frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65 and
RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules.
This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that are deemed to
comply without testing of specific absorption ratio (SAR).
Important Safety 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 manufacturer’s 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.
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.
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.
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-MV1
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A.
Telephone No.: 858-942-2230
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
This equipment must not be co-located or operated in conjunction
with any other antenna or transmitter.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly
approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.
Note
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment 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.
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS
standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device
may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
FOR CUSTOMERS IN EUROPE
Hereby, Sony Corporation, declares that this HDR-MV1 Digital HD Video
Camera Recorder is in compliance with the essential requirements and
other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. For details, please
access the following URL:
http://www.compliance.sony.de/
Notice for the customers in the countries applying EU Directives
Manufacturer: Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 1080075 Japan
For EU product compliance: Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger
Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany
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).
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 & Electronic
Equipment (Applicable in the European
Union and other European countries with
separate 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 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 be treated properly, hand over the
product at end-oflife to the applicable collection point for the
recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
For all other batteries, please view the section on how to remove
the battery from the product safely. Hand the battery over to the
applicable collection point for the recycling of waste batteries.
For more detailed information about recycling of this product or
battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste
disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
For Customers in Singapore