Sony HDR-TD30, HDR-TD30V User Manual

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3D Digital HD Video

Camera Recorder

Operating Guide

Please also refer to :

http://www.sony.net/SonyInfo/Support/

4-450-148-13(1)

Table of contents

Getting started

Recording/Playback

Advanced operations

Editing

Saving movies and photos with a computer

Saving images with an external device

Customizing your camcorder

Others/Index

HDR-TD30/TD30V

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.

This symbol is intended to alert the user 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 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.

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.

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 (Hz)	Plug type
Austria	230	50	C
Belgium	230	50	C
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	C
Ireland	230	50	C/BF
Italy	220	50	C
Luxemburg	230	50	C
Netherlands	230	50	C
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	BF
Asia

Countries/regions	Voltage	Frequency (Hz)	Plug type
China	220	50	A
Hong Kong	200/220	50	BF
India	230/240	50	C
Indonesia	127/230	50	C
Japan	100	50/60	A
Korea (rep)	220	60	C
Malaysia	240	50	BF
Philippines	220/230	60	A/C
Singapore	230	50	BF
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	O
New Zealand	230/240	50	O
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
Bahamas	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
Panama	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
Colombia	120	60	A
Peru	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	C
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

Read this first

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.

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.

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 LithiumIon 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.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

For the 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-TD30V

Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A.

Telephone No.: 858-942-2230

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

CAUTION

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

Note

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance

with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment 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.

About language setting

The on-screen displays in each local language are used for illustrating the operating procedures. Change the screen language before using the camcorder if necessary (p. 22).

On recording

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 an NTSC system-based TV.

Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted.

Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the copyright laws.

Viewing 3D movies

Some people may experience discomfort (such as eye strain, fatigue, or nausea) while watching 3D video images. Sony recommends that all viewers take regular breaks while watching 3D video images. The length and frequency of necessary breaks will vary from person to person. You must decide what works best. If you experience any discomfort, you should stop watching the 3D video images until the discomfort ends; consult a doctor if you believe necessary. You should also review the instruction manual of any other device or media used with this product. The vision of young children (especially those under six years old) is still under development. Consult your doctor (such as a pediatrician or eye doctor) before allowing young children to watch 3D video images. Adults should supervise young children to ensure they follow the recommendations listed above.

Notes on use

Do not do any of the following. Otherwise, the recording media may be damaged, recorded images may be impossible to play back or may be lost, or other malfunctions could occur.

ejecting the memory card when the access lamp (p. 24) 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 (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (p. 26) or the

access lamp (p. 24) are lit or flashing

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.

Use the camcorder in accordance with local regulations.

LCD Panel

The LCD screen is manufactured using extremely high-precision technology, so over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue, or green in color) that appear constantly on the LCD screen. These points are normal results of

the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way.

Black points

White, red, blue or green points

About this manual, illustrations and on-screen displays

In this manual, the and icons indicate the 3D and 2D sides of the 2D/3D switch, respectively.

The example images used in this manual for illustration purposes are captured using a digital still camera, and therefore may appear different from images and screen indicators that actually appear on your camcorder. And, the illustrations of your camcorder and its screen indication are exaggerated or simplified for understandability.

Design and specifications of your camcorder and accessories are subject to change without notice.

In this manual, the memory card is called “recording media.”

In this manual, the DVD disc recorded with high definition image quality (HD) is called AVCHD recording disc.

The model name is shown in this manual when there is a difference in specification between models. Confirm the model name on the bottom of your camcorder.

	GPS
HDR-TD30
HDR-TD30V

Learning more about the camcorder (“Handycam” User Guide)

“Handycam” User Guide is an on-line manual. Refer to it for in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camcorder.

1	Access the Sony support page.
	http://www.sony.net/SonyInfo/
	Support/
2	Select your country or region.
3	Search for the model name
	of your camcorder within the

support page.

Check the model name on the bottom of your camcorder.

and indicate the 3D and 2D sides of the 2D/3D switch (p. 26), respectively. The items you can set differ depending on the position of the switch.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Read this first.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Learning more about the camcorder (“Handycam” User Guide).. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Parts and controls.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Getting started

Supplied Items. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Charging the battery pack.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Charging the battery using your computer.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Charging the battery pack abroad.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Turning the power on, and setting the date and time.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Changing the language setting.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Inserting a memory card.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Recording/Playback

Recording.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Recording movies.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Shooting photos.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Zooming.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Playback.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Playing movies and photos from a map (HDR-TD30V).. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Advanced operations

Adjusting the depth of 3D movies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Adjusting the depth during recording.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Adjusting the depth during playback.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Recording images with various settings.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Selecting the image quality of movies (Recording mode).. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Recording the selected subject clearly (Face Priority).. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Capturing smiles automatically (Smile Shutter).. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Selecting the suitable setting automatically for the recording situation (Intelligent Auto).. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Recording information on your location (GPS) (HDR TD30V).. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Playing images on a TV.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Enjoying 5.1ch surround sound. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Editing

Editing on your camcorder.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Deleting movies and photos.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Dividing a movie.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Capturing a photo from a movie.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Saving movies and photos with a computer

Playing images on a computer.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 What you can do with “PlayMemories Home” software (Windows).. . . . . . . . . . 47 Software for Mac.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Preparing a computer (Windows).. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Checking the computer system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Installing the “PlayMemories Home” software in your computer.. . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Starting the “PlayMemories Home” software.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Saving images with an external device

Creating a standard definition image quality (STD) disc with a recorder.. . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Saving images on an external media device.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Customizing your camcorder

Using menus.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Menu lists.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Others/Index

Troubleshooting.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Recording time of movies/number of recordable photos.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack.. . . . . . . . . . . 63 Expected recording time of movies.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Expected number of recordable photos.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 About handling of your camcorder.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Specifications.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

contents of Table

END-USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR MAP DATA FOR VIDEO CAMERA RECORDER PRODUCTS (HDR-TD30V).. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

Screen indicators.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Index.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

Parts and controls

Figures in ( ) are reference pages.

Active Interface Shoe

Flash/Video lightLens (G lens)

Built-in microphone

Remote sensor/Infrared port

Camera recording lamp (58)

The camera recording lamp lights up in red during recording. The lamp flashes when the remaining recording media capacity or battery power is low.

LCD screen/Touch panel (20, 22)

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

GPS antenna (HDR-TD30V)

A GPS antenna is located in the LCD panel.

(View Images) buttonPOWER button

LIGHT (Video Light) button

Each time you press the LIGHT button, the setting changes as follows.

Off (no indicator) Auto () On () ...

2D/3D DISP (display) button (27)2D/3D switch (26)

Battery pack (17)

Memory card slot/ access lamp (24)

RESET button

Press RESET using a pointed object.

Press RESET to initialize all the settings including the clock setting.

(headphones) jack

(microphone) jack (PLUG IN POWER)(USB) jack (52)

HDMI OUT jack (42)

Power zoom lever (30)PHOTO button (27)MODE button (26, 27)

(Movie)/ (Photo) lamp (26, 27)CHG (charge) lamp (17)

START/STOP button (26)DC IN jack (17)

A/V Remote Connector (51)Grip belt

Loop for a shoulder beltBuilt-in USB Cable (18, 48)

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 (19)

To fasten the grip belt

Wireless Remote Commander

DATA CODE button (58)

Displays the date and time, camera setting data, or coordinates (HDR-TD30V) of the recorded images when you press this button during playback.

PHOTO button (27)

The on-screen image when you press this button will be recorded as a still image.

SCAN/SLOW buttons (33)

/ (Previous/Next) buttons (33)

PLAY buttonSTOP button

DISPLAY button (28)Transmitter

START/STOP button (26)Power zoom buttonsPAUSE button

VISUAL INDEX button (32)

Displays an Index screen during playback.

/ / / /ENTER buttons

When you press any of these buttons, the light blue frame appears on the LCD screen. Select a desired button or an item with / / / , then press ENTER to enter.

Getting started

Supplied Items

The numbers in ( ) are the supplied quantity.

Camcorder (1)

AC Adaptor (1)

Power cord (Mains lead) (1)

HDMI cable (1)

USB connection support 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. 18) is too short for connection.

Wireless Remote Commander (1)

Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV50 (1)

“Operating Guide” (This manual) (1)

Notes

The “PlayMemories Home” software and “PlayMemories Home Help Guide” can be downloaded from the Sony website (p. 48).

Charging the battery pack

1	Close the LCD screen and attach
	the battery pack.

2 Connect the AC Adaptor ( ) and the power cord (mains lead) ( ) to your camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket).

The CHG (charge) lamp turns on.

The CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery pack is fully charged. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack of your camcorder.

Battery pack

CHG (charge) lamp

DC plug

DC IN jack

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Align the mark on the

DC plug with that on the

DC IN jack

To the wall outlet (wall socket)

Notes

You cannot attach any “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack other than the V series to your camcorder.

We do not recommend using an NP-FV30, which only allows short recording and playback times, 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. 59).

Charging the battery using your computer

Turn off your camcorder and connect the camcorder to a running computer using the Built-in USB Cable.

Built-in USB Cable	To the wall outlet
	(wall socket)

To charge the battery from a wall outlet (wall socket) using the Built-in USB Cable

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 CPAH2R, 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 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 a wall outlet (wall socket) as a power source

Make the same connections as those for charging the battery pack.

Even if the battery pack is attached, the battery pack is not discharged.

Notes on the AC Adaptor

Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic objects. This may cause a malfunction.

Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the camcorder, holding both the camcorder and the DC plug.

Recording time, Playing time (63)

Remaining battery indicator (28)

Charging the battery pack abroad (19)

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.

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Turning the power on, and setting the date and time

Set the date and time, and adjust the lens with [Auto 3D Lens Adjust] to record optimum 3-dimensional movies.

1	Open the LCD screen of your
	camcorder and turn the power
	on.
	You can also turn on the camcorder by
	pressing POWER (p. 14).
2	Select the desired language, then
	select [Next].

3 Select the desired geographical area with /, then select [Next].

4	Set [Daylight Savings] or [Summer
	Time], select the date format and

the date and time.

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 /.

When you select , the date and time

setting operation is complete.

Touch the button on the LCD screen.

5	Confirm the notice on continuous
	use of your camcorder.

6	Select [Run] and display a subject
	on the LCD screen.
	If you select [Run Later], the [Auto 3D
	Lens Adjust] screen will appear when you
	turn on the camcorder next time.

7	When the scale of the indicator
	exceeds the mark, select [OK].

The camcorder automatically zooms in or out to adjust the lenses.

Indicator

Notes

If you feel uncomfortable viewing the image in 3D, press 2D/3D DISP and check the image in 2D (p. 27).

If [Could not adjust.] appears, touch [Run Again].

If the 2D/3D switch (p. 26) is set to 2D, the [Auto 3D Lens Adjust] screen does not appear.

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Tips on using [Auto 3D Lens Adjust]

Referring to the following examples, display a subject that will indicate a higher scale on the LCD screen.

Subjects that indicate a higher scale:

Bright subjects, such as objects outdoors in daylight

Subjects with various colors and shapes

Changing the language setting

You can change the on-screen displays to show messages in a specified language.

Select [Setup] [General Settings] [Language Setting] a desired language.

To turn off the power

Close the LCD screen or press the POWER button (p. 14).

To adjust the angle of the LCD panel

First open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder ( ), and then adjust the angle ( ).

Face directly towards the LCD screen from about 30 cm (11 7/8 in.) away from the screen to watch 3D movies with optimum sense of depth.

90 degrees (max.)

180	degrees (max.)

		90 degrees to
			the camcorder

To turn off the beep sound

Select [Setup] [General Settings] [Beep] [Off].

Notes

The recording date, time and condition, and coordinates (HDR-TD30V) 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] [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 be adjusted to the correct time automatically, depending on the country/region selected for your camcorder. In this case, set [Auto Clock ADJ ] and [Auto Area ADJ] to [Off] (HDR-TD30V).

[Power On By LCD] (p. 58)

To set the date and time again: [Date & Time Setting] (p. 59)

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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 insert a new memory card. Wait until the screen disappears.

Insert the card with the notched edge in the direction as illustrated.

Access lamp

To eject the memory card

Open the cover and lightly push the memory card in once.

Notes

To ensure stable operation of the memory card, it is recommended to format the memory card with your camcorder before the first use (p. 58). 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. 58).

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 Class	Capacity (operation	Described in this manual
		verified)
“Memory Stick PRO Duo”
media (Mark2)		Up to 32 GB
“Memory Stick PRO-HG	—	Up to 32 GB	“Memory Stick PRO Duo”
“Memory Stick PRO-HG			“Memory Stick PRO Duo”
Duo” media			media
Duo” media			media
“Memory Stick XC-HG		Up to 64 GB
Duo” media		Up to 64 GB
Duo” media
SD memory card
SDHC memory card	Class 4 or faster	Up to 64 GB	SD card
SDXC memory card

Operation with all memory cards is not assured.

Notes

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.

Recording time of movies/number of recordable photos (63)

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Recording/Playback

Recording

In the default setting, movies are recorded in 3D with high definition image quality (HD).

Recording movies

1	Open the LCD screen and press
	MODE to turn on the		(Movie)

lamp.

2 Set the 2D/3D switch to 3D.

To record 2D movies, set the 2D/3D switch to 2D.

3 Press START/STOP to start recording.

To stop recording, press START/STOP again.

You can record photos during 2D movie recording by pressing PHOTO (Dual Capture).

Notes

Do not operate the 2D/3D switch during recording. The camcorder stops recording.

You may not be able to shoot photos depending on the setting in [REC Mode] and [Frame Rate].

To obtain good 3D movies

Shoot the subject from about 30 cm to 5 m (11 7/8 in. to 16 ft. 4 7/8 in.) away. The optimum distance varies when you use zooming (p. 30).

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