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Sony Handycam HDR-UX7E Operating Manual

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Digital HD Video Camera Recorder
Operating Guide
HDR-UX3E/UX5E/UX7E
© 2007 Sony Corporation
2-319-778-11(1)
Enjoying Your
Camcorder
Getting Started
Recording/Playback 27
Utilizing Recording Media
Customizing Your
Camcorder
Using a Computer
Troubleshooting
Additional Information
Quick Reference
10
17
Editing
45
53
62
84
89
101
116

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  • Page 1 Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide HDR-UX3E/UX5E/UX7E © 2007 Sony Corporation 2-319-778-11(1) Enjoying Your Camcorder Getting Started Recording/Playback 27 Editing Utilizing Recording Media Customizing Your Camcorder Using a Computer Troubleshooting Additional Information Quick Reference...

  • Page 2: Read This Before Operating Your Camcorder

    Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station. FOR CUSTOMERS IN EUROPE...

  • Page 3: Regulatory Information

    Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-UX5E 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...
  • Page 4 – 8cm DVD+R DL Use the discs with marks listed below. See page 12 for details. For reliability and durability of recording/ playback, we recommend that you use Sony discs or discs with an VIDEO CAMERA) mark for your camcorder.
  • Page 5 Using the camcorder • Do not hold the camcorder by the following parts. Viewfinder LCD screen Battery • The camcorder is not dustproofed, dripproofed or waterproofed. See “Handling your camcorder” (p. 107). • To prevent discs from being broken or...
  • Page 6 • Disc in this Operating Guide refers to 8cm DVD discs. • The illustrations used on this manual are based on the model HDR-UX7E. 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.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Recording the fast action in slow- motion (SMTH SLW REC) ... 34 Controlling the image settings manually with the camera control dial (HDR-UX7E) ... 35 Viewing the images ...37 Using PB zoom ... 39 Playing back a series of still images (Slide show) ...
  • Page 8 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ... 89 Warning indicators and messages ... 98 Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad ... 101 Precautions and maintenance ... 103 About the Disc ... 103 About the AVCHD format ... 104 About the “Memory Stick” ... 105 About the “InfoLITHIUM”...

  • Page 9: Subject Examples And Solutions

    Subject examples and solutions Checking your golf swing B SMTH SLW REC ... 34 Capturing still images during movie recording B Dual Rec ... 33 Flowers in close- B PORTRAIT ... 81 B FOCUS ... 79 B TELE MACRO ... 79 Focusing on the dog on the left side of the screen...

  • Page 10: Enjoying Your Camcorder

    (p. 57). b Notes • Your camcorder is compatible with the “1440 × 1080/50i” standard of AVCHD format (p. 123). “AVCHD 1080i format” is abbreviated as “AVCHD” in this manual, except when it must be described in more detail.
  • Page 11 Important notice regarding discs recorded in the AVCHD format • This camcorder captures high definition footage in the AVCHD format. DVD media containing AVCHD footage should not be used with DVD based players or recorders, as the DVD player/recorder may fail to eject the media and may erase its contents without warning.

  • Page 12: Selecting The Right Disc

    You can use DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-R, and DVD+R DL discs of 8 cm in diameter with your camcorder. What you can do with the recorded images depends on the image recording quality, HD (high definition) or SD (standard definition), and the type of disc you selected.

  • Page 13: Recording Time

    • [DISC SELECT GUIDE] will help you select a right disc (p. 58). 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 a disc.

  • Page 14: Home" And " Option

    FORMAT* UNFINALIZE Page DISC INFO (SETTINGS) category To customize your camcorder (p. 62)*. * You can set these items during Easy Handycam operation (p. 27). On the items in the Page (SETTINGS) category you can use during Easy Handycam operation, see page 78.
  • Page 15 Using the HOME MENU Slide the POWER switch to turn on your camcorder. (HOME) A or B. Press (HOME) B (HOME) A Touch the desired category. Example: (OTHERS) category Touch the desired item. Example: [EDIT] Perform the operation, following the instructions on the screen.
  • Page 16 Touch the item you want to know the content. When you touch an item, its explanation appears on the screen. To apply the option, touch [YES], otherwise, touch [NO]. To deactivate the HELP Touch (HELP) again in step 2. Using the OPTION MENU Just a touch on the screen during shooting or playback displays the functions available at that moment.

  • Page 17: Getting Started

    Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that you have the following items supplied with your camcorder. The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that item supplied. AC Adaptor (1) (p. 18) Mains lead (1) (p. 18) Component video cable (1) (p.

  • Page 18: Step 2: Charging The Battery Pack

    Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack on your camcorder. b Notes • Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack holding both the camcorder and the DC plug. POWER switch CHG (charge) lamp To the wall...
  • Page 19 Battery pack (Movie) lamp/ NP-FH50 NP-FH60 (supplied with HDR-UX3E/UX5E) NP-FH70 (supplied with HDR-UX7E) NP-FH100 Recording time Approximate time (min.) available when you use a fully charged battery pack. HDR-UX3E/UX5E Battery pack Image...
  • Page 20 – The battery pack is worn-out (For Battery • The power will not be supplied from the battery as long as the AC Adaptor is connected to the DC IN jack of your camcorder, even when the mains lead is disconnected from the wall socket. LCD panel...

  • Page 21: Step 3: Turning The Power On And Setting The Date And Time

    • Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic objects. This may cause a malfunction. • Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power (mains) is still supplied to it while connected to the wall socket via the AC Adaptor.

  • Page 22: Changing The Language Setting

    LANG] t [CLOCK SET], and adjust the date and time. b Notes • If you do not use your camcorder for about 3 months, the built-in rechargeable battery gets discharged and the date and time settings may be cleared from the memory. In that case, charge the built-in rechargeable battery and then set the date and time again (p.

  • Page 23: Step 4: Adjusting Your Camcorder To Suit You

    Tips • If you open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder, then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side, you can close the LCD panel with the LCD screen facing out. This is convenient during playback operations.

  • Page 24: Step 5: Inserting A Disc Or A "Memory Stick Duo

    Close the disc cover. [DISC ACCESS] appears on the LCD screen. It may take some time for the camcorder to recognize the disc, depending on the disc type and condition. Skip to step 7 when you use a DVD-R/ DVD+R DL.

  • Page 25: Image Quality

    • Be careful not to obstruct the operation with your hand or other objects, etc., when opening or closing the disc cover. Move the belt to the bottom of the camcorder, then open or close the disc cover. • If you catch the belt when closing the disc cover, it may cause your camcorder to malfunction.

  • Page 26: Memory Stick Duo

    • When the access lamp is lit or flashing, your camcorder is reading/writing data. Do not shake or knock your camcorder, turn the power off, eject the “Memory Stick Duo,” or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, image data may be damaged.

  • Page 27: Recording/Playback

    Recording/Playback Easy Recording/Playback (Easy Handycam) With this Easy Handycam operation, most of the camera settings are automatically optimally adjusted, which frees you from detailed adjustments. The screen font size increases for easy viewing. Movies Slide the POWER switch G to light up the (Movie) lamp.
  • Page 28 Easy Recording/Playback (Easy Handycam) (Continued) Playing back movies/still images Slide the POWER switch G to turn on your camcorder. Press (VIEW IMAGES) I or D. The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the LCD screen. (It may take some time to display the VISUAL INDEX screen.)

  • Page 29: Easy Handycam Operation

    z Tips • When all movies from the selected one to the last one are played back, the screen returns to the VISUAL INDEX screen. • Touch during pause to play back movies slowly. • To adjust the sound volume, touch (SETTINGS) t [SOUND SETTINGS] t [VOLUME], then adjust the volume with...

  • Page 30: Recording The Images

    • If the ACCESS lamp (p. 24, 26) is on after recording is finished, it means that data is still being written onto the disc or “Memory Stick Duo.” Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder, and do not disconnect the battery or AC Adaptor. Recording/Playback PHOTO F...
  • Page 31 Movies Movies are recorded on the disc. See page 13 for the recording time. Slide the POWER switch A in the direction of the arrow to light up the (Movie) lamp. Press START/STOP B or [STBY] t [REC] To stop recording, press START/STOP again.

  • Page 32: Zooming

    • You cannot change the zoom speed with the zoom buttons below 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 2 5/8 feet) for telephoto.

  • Page 33: Using The Flash

    • When attaching a conversion lens (optional) or a filter (optional) to your camcorder, the flash light does not emit light. z Tips • You can change the brightness of the flash by setting [FLASH LEVEL] (p.

  • Page 34: Recording In Dark Places (Nightshot)

    LIGHT again. Infrared port Recording in mirror mode Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side (2). z Tips • A mirror-image of the subject appears on the LCD screen, but the image will be normal when recorded.

  • Page 35: Controlling The Image Settings Manually With The Camera Control Dial (Hdr-Ux7E)

    • Image quality of [SMTH SLW REC] is not as good as that of normal recording. Controlling the image settings manually with the camera control dial (HDR-UX7E) You can assign one menu item you use often to the camera control dial. Since the focus adjustment is assigned to...
  • Page 36 Recording the images (Continued) – [WB SHIFT] (p. 65) To assign a menu item to the camera control dial 1 Press and hold MANUAL for a few seconds. The [DIAL SETTING] screen appears. 2 Rotate the camera control dial and select the item to be assigned.

  • Page 37: Viewing The Images

    Closes in accordance with VIEW IMAGES). (HOME) E (VIEW IMAGES) C Slide the POWER switch A to turn on your camcorder. Press VIEW IMAGES) B or C. The VISUAL INDEX screen appears on the LCD screen. (It may take some time to display the VISUAL INDEX screen.)

  • Page 38: Still Images

    Viewing the images (Continued) Start playback Movies Touch the tab and the movie to be played back. When all movies from the selected one to the last one are played back, the screen returns to the screen. VISUAL INDEX Return (to the VISUAL INDEX screen) Beginning of the scene/ previous scene...

  • Page 39: Using Pb Zoom

    Using PB zoom You can magnify still images from about 1.1 to 5 times the original size. Magnification can be adjusted with the power zoom lever or the zoom buttons below the LCD screen. 1 Play back the still images you want to magnify.

  • Page 40: Playing The Image On A Tv

    Jacks on your camcorder Open the jack cover and connect the cable. Selecting the most advantageous connection - TV CONNECT Guide Your camcorder will advise you of the most advantageous way of connecting your TV. Turn on your camcorder, and press (HOME).
  • Page 41 Images recorded with HD (high definition) image quality are played back with HD (high definition) image quality. Images recorded with SD (standard definition) image quality are played back with SD (standard definition) image quality. Type Camcorder Component video cable (supplied) A/V connecting cable (supplied) •...
  • Page 42 • Some TVs may not function correctly (e.g., no sound or image) with this connection. • Do not connect the HDMI OUT jack of your camcorder and HDMI OUT jack of the external device with the HDMI cable. This may cause a malfunction.
  • Page 43 Type Camcorder Component video cable (supplied) A/V connecting cable (supplied) • An A/V connecting cable is also needed to output audio signals. Connect the white and red plugs of the A/ V connecting cable to the audio input jack of your TV.
  • Page 44 TV when playing back. Refer to the instruction manual of your TV for details. z Tips • If you connect your camcorder to your TV using more than one type of cable to output images, the order of priority of the output signal is as...

  • Page 45: Editing

    Editing (OTHERS) category This category enables you to edit the images on a disc or a “Memory Stick Duo.” In addition, this category enables you to utilize your camcorder by connecting it to other devices. (OTHERS) category Item list DELETE You can delete the images on a disc or a “Memory Stick Duo”...
  • Page 46 • To delete all images recorded in the disc and restore the original capacity of the disc, format the disc (p. 59). z Tips • A movie recorded by your camcorder onto a disc is called an “original.” Deleting the still images in the “Memory Stick Duo”...

  • Page 47: Dividing The Image

    • Even if the divided movie is included in the Playlist, the movie is not divided in the Playlist. • A slight difference may occur from the point where you touch point, as your camcorder selects the dividing point based on about half-second increments. and the actual dividing...

  • Page 48: Creating The Playlist

    [YES] t b Notes • Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder while editing the Playlist. It may damage the disc. z Tips • You can add a maximum of 999 movies to the Playlist.
  • Page 49 5 Touch b Notes • A slight difference may occur from the point where you touch point, as your camcorder selects the dividing point based on about half-second increments. z Tips • The original movies are not changed even if you divide the movie in the Playlist.

  • Page 50: Dubbing To Vcr Or Dvd/Hdd Recorders

    Dubbing to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders You can dub images played back on your camcorder to other recording devices, such as VCRs or DVD/HDD recorders. Connect the device in either of the following ways. Connect your camcorder to the wall socket using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p.

  • Page 51: Printing Recorded Images (Pictbridge Compliant Printer)

    You can print out still images using a PictBridge compliant printer, without connecting the camcorder to a computer. Connect your camcorder to the AC Adaptor to obtain power from the wall socket (p. 18). Insert the “Memory Stick Duo” containing still images into your camcorder, and turn on the printer.
  • Page 52 (VIEW IMAGES) – To disconnect the USB cable from the printer. – To remove the “Memory Stick Duo” from your camcorder • If the printer stops working, disconnect the USB cable, turn the printer off and on again, and restart the operation from the beginning.

  • Page 53: Utilizing Recording Media

    You can enable discs to be played on other devices by finalizing them (p. 53). DISC SELECT GUIDE Your camcorder advises you of the right disc for your purpose (p. 58). FORMAT You can format and use the disc again (p.
  • Page 54 Making the disc compatible with playback on other devices or DVD drives (Finalizing) (Continued) Operation flow The following operations are for the discs recorded with HD (high definition) image quality. To play back a disc on another device for the first time (p. 55) To add recordings to a finalized disc (p.
  • Page 55 • Use the AC Adaptor as the power source to prevent your camcorder from running out of power during finalizing. • When you finalize a double-sided disc, you must finalize each side of the disc individually.
  • Page 56 AC Adaptor during finalizing. When you need to disconnect the AC Adaptor, make sure that the power of your camcorder is set to off and disconnect the AC Adaptor after (Movie) or Finalizing restarts when you connect the AC Adaptor and turn on your camcorder again.

  • Page 57: Playing A Disc On Other Devices

    • You can also play the playlist back on other devices if the discs were recorded with HD (high definition) image quality (p. 48). Create the playlist on your camcorder in advance, then select Playing a disc on a computer...

  • Page 58: Finding The Right Disc - Disc Select Guide

    Playing a disc on other devices (Continued) The volume label of the disc recorded with SD (standard definition) image quality The date when the disc was first used is recorded. <e.g.> When the disc was first used at 6:00 pm on January 1st 2007: 2007_01_01_06H00M_PM z Tips...

  • Page 59: Deleting All Scenes On The Disc (Formatting)

    DVD+RW or DVD-RW with HD (high definition) image quality, finalize the disc again (p. 53). Connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack on your camcorder, then connect the mains lead to the wall socket. Turn on your camcorder.
  • Page 60 [4:3], for DVD+RW. b Notes • Use the AC Adaptor as the power source to prevent your camcorder from running out of power during formatting. • Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder, and do not disconnect the AC Adaptor during formatting.

  • Page 61: Recording Additional Scenes After Finalizing

    (Movie) lamp. b Notes • Use the AC Adaptor as power source to prevent your camcorder from running out of power during the operation. • Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder, and do not disconnect the AC Adaptor during the operation.

  • Page 62: Customizing Your Camcorder

    Customizing Your Camcorder What you can do with the category of the HOME MENU You can change the recording functions and the operating settings for your convenience. Using the HOME MENU Turn on your camcorder, then press (HOME). (HOME) (HOME) (SETTINGS) category Touch (SETTINGS).
  • Page 63 SUMMERTIME LANGUAGE SET* GENERAL SET (p. 75) Items DEMO MODE REC LAMP CALIBRATION A.SHUT OFF REMOTE CTRL HDR-UX7E You can set these items also during Easy Handycam operation (p. 27). [SOUND SETTINGS] during Easy Handycam Page operation. Page Page Page...

  • Page 64: Movie Settings

    Tips • See page 13 on the expected recording time of each recording mode. AE SHIFT (HDR-UX7E) Select [ON] to adjust the exposure using (dark)/ (bright). setting value appear when [AE SHIFT] is anything other than the default setting.
  • Page 65 WB SHIFT (White Balance Shift) (HDR- UX7E) Select [ON] to adjust the white balance to the desired setting using and the setting value appear when [WB SHIFT] is anything other than the default setting. z Tips • When the white balance is set to a lower value, images appear bluish, and when set to a higher value, images appear reddish.

  • Page 66: Auto Slow Shutter

    B AUTO Displays the remaining disc indicator for about 8 seconds in situations such as those described below. – When your camcorder recognizes the remaining disc capacity with the POWER switch set to (Movie). – When you press DISP/BATT INFO to...
  • Page 67 (p. 57). FLASH LEVEL You can set this function when you shoot still images using the built-in flash, or an external flash (optional) that is compatible with your camcorder. HIGH( Makes the flash level higher. B NORMAL( ) LOW( Makes the flash level lower.

  • Page 68: (Items For Recording Movies)

    1.9M ( Allows you to record more still images in relatively clear quality. VGA (0.3M) ( Allows the maximum number of still images to be recorded. HDR-UX7E B 6.1M ( 6.1M Records still images clearly. 4.6M ( 4.6M Records still images clearly in the 16:9 (wide) ratio.
  • Page 69 Stick Duo” made by Sony Corporation. The 10500 number of recordable images varies depending on the recording environment. • The unique pixel array of Sony’s ClearVid CMOS Sensor and image processing system (new Enhanced Imaging Processor) allows the still image resolution equivalent to the sizes described.

  • Page 70: Flash Level

    Assigns file numbers in sequence even if the “Memory Stick Duo” is replaced with another one. RESET Assigns file numbers individually for each “Memory Stick Duo.” AE SHIFT (HDR-UX7E) See page 64. WB SHIFT (White Balance Shift) (HDR- UX7E) See page 65.

  • Page 71: (Items For Recording Still Images)

    • The data code is displayed on the TV screen if you connect your camcorder to a TV. • The indicator toggles through the following sequences as you press DATA CODE on the Remote Commander: [DATE/TIME] t [CAMERA DATA] t [OFF] (no indication).

  • Page 72: Sound/Disp Set

    VISUAL INDEX screen. Thumbnail Glossary (p. 123) B ZOOM LINK Change the number of thumbnails (6 or 12) with the zoom lever on your camcorder.* 6IMAGES Displays thumbnails of 6 images. 12IMAGES Displays thumbnails of 12 images.

  • Page 73: Lcd Color

    B NORMAL Standard brightness. BRIGHT Brightens the LCD screen. b Notes • When you connect your camcorder to outside power sources, [BRIGHT] is automatically selected for the setting. • When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is slightly reduced during recording.

  • Page 74: (Items To Adjust The Sound And The Screen) Output Settings

    Wide (16:9) images DISP OUTPUT B LCD PANEL COMPONENT Select [COMPONENT] when connecting your camcorder to a TV with the component input jack. B 1080i/576i 4:3 images 4:3 images Shows displays such as the time code on the LCD screen and in the viewfinder.

  • Page 75: (Items For When Connecting Other Devices)

    1 hour. LANGUAGE SET You can select the language to be used on the LCD screen. z Tips • Your camcorder offers [ENG[SIMP]] (simplified English) for when you cannot find your native tongue among the options. GENERAL SET (Other setup items) Touch 1, then 2.
  • Page 76 5 minutes. NEVER The camcorder is not automatically turned off. b Notes • When you connect your camcorder to a wall socket, [A.SHUT OFF] is automatically set to [NEVER]. REMOTE CTRL (Remote control) The default setting is [ON], allowing you to use the supplied Remote Commander (p.

  • Page 77: Activating Functions Using The

    Various functions are displayed in the context of the operation. Using the OPTION MENU While using your camcorder, touch (OPTION) on the screen. (OPTION) Touch the desired item.

  • Page 78: Recording Items On The Option Menu

    Recording items on the OPTION MENU See page 77 for setting operation. Items FOCUS SPOT FOCUS TELE MACRO EXPOSURE SPOT METER AE SHIFT (HDR-UX7E) SCENE SELECTION WHITE BAL. WB SHIFT (HDR-UX7E) COLOR SLOW SHTR SUPER NIGHTSHOT FADER D.EFFECT PICT.EFFECT REC MODE...

  • Page 79: Details On The Option Menu Items

    – When the focus is adjusted manually. • You can also adjust the focus manually using the camera control dial (p. 35) (HDR-UX7E). SPOT FOCUS You can select and adjust the focal point to aim it at a subject not located at the center of the screen.
  • Page 80 To return the setting to automatic exposure, touch [AUTO] t z Tips • You can also adjust the setting manually using the camera control dial (p. 35) (HDR-UX7E). SPOT METER (Flexible spot meter) You can adjust and fix the exposure to the...
  • Page 81 FIREWORKS* ( Fireworks are recorded in all their splendor. LANDSCAPE*( Shoots distant subjects clearly. This setting also prevents your camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows that comes in between the camcorder and the subject. PORTRAIT ( Brings out the subject such as people or flowers while creating a soft background.

  • Page 82: Super Nightshot

    • If you set [WHITE BAL.], [SCENE SELECTION] is set to [AUTO]. z Tips • For better color balance adjustment, select [AUTO] and aim your camcorder at a nearby white object for about 10 seconds, if: – you changed the battery pack when [AUTO] was selected, –...
  • Page 83 BLACK FADER D.EFFECT (Digital effect) If you select [OLD MOVIE], You can add an old movie effect to images. To cancel [D.EFFECT], touch [OFF]. PICT.EFFECT (Picture effect) You can add special effects to an image during recording or playback. B OFF Does not use [PICT.EFFECT] setting.

  • Page 84: Using A Computer

    Player for AVCHD You can view movies with HD (high definition) image quality recorded on a disc using your camcorder by inserting the disc into the DVD drive of your computer. b Notes • Even in a computer environment where the operations are guaranteed, some frames may be dropped from movies.
  • Page 85 Memory Stick slot on your computer to copy still images to the computer. • When using a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” and your computer is not compatible with it, connect your camcorder with the USB cable instead of using the Memory Stick slot on the computer.

  • Page 86: Installing The "First Step Guide" And Software

    Tips • See page 88 when you use a Macintosh computer. Installing the “First Step Guide” Confirm that your camcorder is not connected to the computer. Turn on the computer. b Notes • Log on as Administrators for installation.
  • Page 87 • See “First Step Guide” on disconnecting the USB cable. After you install the software, a shortcut icon for the customers registration website is created on the desktop. • Once you register on the website, you can get secure and useful customer support. http://www.sony.net/registration/di/...

  • Page 88: Viewing "First Step Guide

    Tips • You can also start by selecting [Start], [Programs] ([All Programs] for Windows XP), [Sony Picture Utility], [First Step Guide], your camcorder model name, then “First Step Guide” in HTML. • To view “First Step Guide” in HTML without...

  • Page 89: Troubleshooting

    If you run into any problems using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer. • Overall operations/Easy Handycam/ Remote Commander...p. 89 • Batteries/Power sources ...p. 90 •...
  • Page 90 LANGUAGE SET] – [ IMAGE SIZE] – [WIDE SELECT] – [COMPONENT] – [DEMO MODE] – [DIAL SETTING] (HDR-UX7E) – [TIMING] and [RECORD SOUND] in [SMTH SLW REC] – [X.V.COLOR] Your camcorder vibrates. • Vibration occurs depending on the condition of the disc. This is not a malfunction.
  • Page 91 • Attach the battery pack to the camcorder correctly (p. 18). If the problem persists, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall socket and contact your Sony dealer. The battery pack may be damaged. The remaining battery time indicator does not indicate the correct time.
  • Page 92 • The playback screen is displayed. Set your camcorder to recording standby (p. 31). • Your camcorder is recording the scene you have just shot on the disc. • The disc has run out of space. Use a new disc or format the disc (DVD-RW/ DVD+RW only, p.
  • Page 93 START/ STOP and the point that the recorded movie starts/stops. • On your camcorder, there may be a slight time difference between the point where you press START/STOP and the actual point that recording movie starts/stops.
  • Page 94 You cannot adjust [LCD BL LEVEL]. • You cannot adjust [LCD BL LEVEL] when: – The LCD panel is closed on your camcorder with the LCD screen facing out. – The power is supplied from the AC Adaptor. Playing back a disc on your camcorder You cannot play back a disc.
  • Page 95 Editing movies on the disc Unable to edit. • You cannot edit the disc on your camcorder (p. 12). • There are no images recorded on the disc. • You cannot edit because of the condition of the image.

  • Page 96: Viewing Images On A Tv

    • The A/V connecting cable is not connected properly. Make sure that the A/V connecting cable is connected to the proper jack, i.e. to the input jack of another device for dubbing a image from your camcorder (p. 50).
  • Page 97 • Install Picture Motion Browser (p. 86). • Disconnect the USB device other than the keyboard, the mouse, and the camcorder from the computer. • Disconnect the cable from the computer and camcorder, restart the computer, then connect them again correctly.

  • Page 98: Warning Indicators And Messages

    Some symptoms you can fix by yourself. If the problem persists even after you have tried a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. C: (or E:) ss:ss (Self-diagnosis...
  • Page 99 (High temperature warning) Slow flashing • The temperature of your camcorder is getting higher. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place. Fast flashing • The temperature of your camcorder is extremely high. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place.

  • Page 100: Pictbridge Compliant Printer

    Cannot save still picture. • When using the Dual Rec function, do not remove the still image recording media from the camcorder until disc recording is finished and still image recording is complete (p. 33). x PictBridge compliant printer Not connected to PictBridge compatible printer.

  • Page 101: Additional Information

    Additional Information Using your camcorder abroad Power supply You can use your camcorder in any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder within the AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz range. Viewing images recorded with HD...

  • Page 102: World Time Difference

    Using your camcorder abroad (Continued) Setting to the local time You can easily set the clock to the local time by setting a time difference when using your camcorder abroad. Set [SUMMERTIME] on the HOME MENU (p. 21). World time difference...

  • Page 103: Precautions And Maintenance

    Otherwise you may not be able to record or play normally in some situations using that disc. • When you set the disc in your camcorder, press firmly until it clicks. When the message [C:13:ss] appears on the LCD screen, open the disc cover and set the disc again.

  • Page 104: About The Avchd Format

    DVD+R DL discs • DVDs recorded in AVCHD format other than the above mentioned cannot be played on your camcorder. 8 cm DVD-RAM discs cannot be recorded or played on your camcorder. In addition to HD (high definition) image quality, your camcorder is capable of recording an SD (standard definition) signal in the conventional DVD format.

  • Page 105: About The "Memory Stick

    – following cases: • If you eject the “Memory Stick Duo,” turn the power off on your camcorder, or remove the battery pack for replacement while your camcorder is reading or writing image files on –...

  • Page 106: About The "Infolithium" Battery Pack

    With an AC Adaptor/charger, the remaining battery time and charging time appear. The battery pack NP-FH70 supplied with HDR-UX7E is compatible with “ActiFORCE.” “ActiFORCE” is a new generation power system. Battery capacity, boost charge, and the speed and accuracy of...

  • Page 107: About The X.v.color

    About the x.v.Color • x.v.Color is a more familiar term for the xvYCC standard proposed by Sony, and is a trademark of Sony. • xvYCC is an international standard for color space in video. This standard can express a wider color range than the currently used broadcast standard.

  • Page 108: Moisture Condensation

    • If any solid object or liquid gets inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any further. • Avoid rough handling, disassembling, modifying, physical shock, or impact such as hammering, dropping or stepping on the product.
  • Page 109 LCD screen • Do not exert excessive pressure on the LCD screen, as it may cause damage. • If your camcorder is used in a cold place, a residual image may appear on the LCD screen. This is not a malfunction.

  • Page 110: Specifications

    • To prevent mold, periodically clean the lens as described above. It is recommended that you operate your camcorder about once a month to keep it in optimum state for a long time. On charging the pre-installed...
  • Page 111 Industries Association). Files in this format can have additional information such as your camcorder’s setting information at the time of recording. The unique pixel array of Sony’s ClearVid CMOS Sensor and image processing system (new Enhanced Imaging Processor) allows still image resolution equivalent to the sizes described.
  • Page 112 HDMI OUT jack Type A (19-pin) Headphone jack (HDR-UX7E) Stereo minijack (Ø 3.5 mm) USB jack mini-B HDR-UX3E: Output only MIC input jack (HDR-UX7E) Stereo minijack (Ø 3.5 mm) REMOTE jack Stereo mini-minijack (Ø 2.5 mm) LCD screen Image HDR-UX3E/UX5E: 6.9 cm (2.7 type, aspect ratio 16:9)
  • Page 113 610 g (1 lb 5 oz) including the NP- FH60 rechargeable battery pack and a disc HDR-UX7E: 590 g (1 lb 4 oz) main unit only 690 g (1 lb 8 oz) including the NP- FH70 rechargeable battery pack and a...
  • Page 114 • “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-R, and DVD+R DL logo are trademarks. • “x.v.Color” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. • Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories.
  • Page 115 Source code is provided on the web. Use the following URL to download it. When downloading the source code, select HDR-UX1/ HDR-SR1 as the model for your camcorder. http://www.sony.net/Products/Linux/ We would prefer you do not contact us about the contents of source code.

  • Page 116: Quick Reference

    The accessory can be turned on or off as you operate the POWER switch on your camcorder. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your accessory for details. The Active Interface Shoe has a safety device for fixing the installed accessory securely.
  • Page 117 UX7E) When an external microphone (optional) is connected, it takes precedence over the internal microphone (p. 32). J i (headphones) jack (HDR-UX7E) K Speaker Playback sounds come out from the speaker. For how to adjust the volume, see page 38.
  • Page 118 C Flash (33) D Lens (Carl Zeiss Lens) (6) E MANUAL button (35) (HDR-UX7E) F Camera control dial (35) (HDR-UX7E) G Power zoom lever (32, 39) H PHOTO button (31) I BACK LIGHT button (34) J NIGHTSHOT switch (34) K Camera recording lamp (30) Lights up in red during recording.
  • Page 119 Remote Commander may shorten, or the 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.

  • Page 120: Indicators Displayed During Recording/Playback

    Indicators displayed during recording/playback Recording movies A Recording format (HD/SD) (10) and recording mode (HQ+/HQ/SP/LP) (64) B HOME button (15) C Remaining battery (approx.) (19) D Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or [REC] (recording)) E Counter (hour/minute/second) F Disc type (12) Recording mode (VIDEO/VR) appears for DVD-RW discs recorded in the SD (standard definition) image quality only.
  • Page 121 O Previous/Next button (38) P Playback folder Q VISUAL INDEX button (37) Indicators when you made changes Following indicators appear during recording/playback to indicate the settings of your camcorder. Upper left Bottom Upper left Indicator Meaning 5.1ch surround recording/ playback (32)
  • Page 122 Indicators displayed during recording/playback (Continued) Bottom Indicator Meaning Picture effect (83) Digital effect (83) Manual focus (79) SCENE SELECTION (80) Backlight (34) White balance (81) SteadyShot off (65) SPOT METER (80)/ EXPOSURE (80) AE SHIFT (64) (HDR- UX7E) WB SHIFT (65) (HDR- UX7E) Tele macro (79) Zebra (66)

  • Page 123: Glossary

    (image compression) of video (movie) and audio. There are MPEG1 and MPEG2 formats. Your camcorder records movies with SD (standard definition) image quality in MPEG2 format. x MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 The latest image coding format standardized...

  • Page 124: Index

    Index Numeric 12IMAGES...72 16:9...74 16:9 WIDE ...65 21-pin adaptor...44 4:3...65, 74 4:3 TV...42 5.1ch surround recording...32 5.1-channel surround sound ...32 6IMAGES...72 8 cm disc...12 AC Adaptor ...18 AE SHIFT...64, 97 AREA SET ...75 AUTO SLW SHUTTR (Auto Slow Shutter)...66, 97 AVCHD format ...10, 104 A.SHUT OFF (Auto shut off) ...76...
  • Page 125 SOUND/DISP SET ...72 VIEW IMAGES SET ...71 HQ ...64 HQ+ ...64 Image quality ...70 IMAGE SIZE...68 Indicators ...121 INDOOR...81 “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack...106 Install ...86 Insulation sheet ...119 JPEG ...105 LANDSCAPE...81 LANGUAGE SET ...75 LAST SCENE DEL (Last Scene Delete) ...46 LCD backlight ...23 LCD BL LEVEL (LCD back light level)...73, 94...
  • Page 126 Index (Continued) SPOT FOCUS ...79, 97 SPOT METER (Flexible spot meter)...80, 97 SPOTLIGHT ...81 STANDARD ...70 STEADYSHOT...65, 93, 97 Still image...31, 37 SUB-T DATE...66 SUMMERTIME...75 SUNRISE&SUNSET ...80 SUPER NIGHTSHOT ...82, 94, 97 System requirements ...84, 88 TELE MACRO...79, 97 Tripod ...118 TV color system ...101 TV CONNECT Guide ...40 TV TYPE...74...
  • Page 128 Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. http://www.sony.net/ Printed on 70% or more recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)- free vegetable oil based ink. Printed in Japan...

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