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- Page 1 4-191-794-11(1) Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HXR-MC50E/MC50P Operating Guide Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. 2010 Sony Corporation ...
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Page 2: Read This First
See page 21 for the memory card you can use with this camcorder. Using the camcorder Do not hold the camcorder by the following parts, and also do not hold the camcorder by the jack covers. Viewfinder LCD Screen Battery pack Lens hood... -
Page 3: About Language Setting
To ensure stable operation of the memory card, it is recommended to initialize the memory card with your camcorder before the first use (p. 98). Initializing the memory card will erase all the data stored on it and the data will be irrecoverable. - Page 4 [YES] (MENU) Notes on optional accessories We recommend using genuine Sony accessories. Genuine Sony accessories may not be available in some countries/regions. About this manual, illustrations and on-screen displays The example images used in this manual for ...
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Page 5: Notes On Use
(Photo) lamps (p. 23) or the access lamp (p. 22) are lit or flashing When using a shoulder belt (sold separately), do not crash the camcorder against an object. Do not use your camcorder in very loud areas. ... -
Page 6: Operation Flow
Expected recording time (MEDIA INFO, p. 98) Shooting photos p. 26 Playing movies and photos Playback on the camcorder p. 35 Playing images on a TV p. 43 Saving images Saving movies and photos with a computer p. 59 Saving movies and photos in external media ... -
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Playback on the camcorder ........ - Page 8 Using “BRAVIA” Sync ..............45 Making good use of your camcorder Deleting movies and photos .
- Page 9 Using your camcorder abroad ........
- Page 10 About handling of your camcorder ........
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Page 11: Getting Started
Getting started Step 1: Attaching the supplied microphone and the lens hood Attaching the microphone holder Turn up the cover of the fixing lever of the microphone holder. Make sure that the fixing lever is turned fully counterclockwise. ... -
Page 12: Attach The Microphone To The Microphone Holder
Fix the microphone holder by turning the fixing lever clockwise until it clicks. If the microphone holder is turned, orient it in the direction shown in the illustration. Return the cover of the fixing lever to its original position. ... -
Page 13: Attaching The Lens Hood
Connect the microphone cable to the MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack. Attaching the lens hood Align the part marks , on the lens hood to those on the camcorder, and attach the lens hood. Turn the lens hood holder clockwise to lock the lens hood. - Page 14 Notes Do not touch the lens or the lens cover when you attach the lens hood. The attached lens hood may interfere with flash operation. When you record photos with the lens hood (MENU) [Show others] [FLASH MODE] (under attached, touch category) ...
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Page 15: Step 2: Charging The Battery Pack
You can charge the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (V series) after attaching it to your camcorder. Notes You cannot attach any “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack other than the V series to your camcorder. Turn off your camcorder by closing the LCD screen after replacing the viewfinder. - Page 16 See page 114 on recording and playing time. When your camcorder is on, you can check the approximate amount of remaining battery power with the remaining battery indicator at the upper left on the LCD screen. Charging time Approximate time (min.) required when you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack.
- Page 17 The temperature of the battery pack is low. Remove the battery pack from your camcorder and put it in a warm place. The temperature of the battery pack is high. Remove the battery pack from your camcorder and put it in a cool place.
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Page 18: Step 3: Turning The Power On, And Setting The Date And Time
Open the LCD screen of your camcorder. Your camcorder is turned on and the lens cover is opened. To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is open, press POWER. Select the desired geographical area with... -
Page 19: Changing The Language Setting
Notes Even if the LCD screen is closed, if the viewfinder is pulled out, the camcorder is not turned off. When you turn off the power of the camcorder, make sure that the viewfinder is retracted to the original position. -
Page 20: Step 4: Preparing The Recording Media
Step 4: Preparing the recording media The recording media that can be used are displayed on the screen of your camcorder as the following icons. Memory Internal memory card In the default setting, both movies and photos are recorded on the internal memory. You can perform recording, playback and editing operations on the selected medium. -
Page 21: Inserting A Memory Card
Images recorded on SDXC memory cards cannot be played back or imported on non-exFAT * -compatible computers, AV components, etc., connected to this camcorder by USB cable. Check that the connected devices are compatible with exFAT beforehand. If you connect a device that is not compatible with exFAT, the screen for initialization may appear. - Page 22 Open the cover, and insert the memory card with the notched edge in the direction as illustrated until it clicks. Close the cover after inserting the memory card. The [Create a new Image Database File.] screen may appear if you insert a new memory card.
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Page 23: Recording/Playback
Open the LCD screen of your camcorder. Your camcorder is turned on and the lens cover is opened. To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is already open, press POWER (p. 18). You can switch recording modes by pressing MODE. Press MODE to light up the desired recording ... -
Page 24: Recording Movies
When a movie file exceeds 2 GB, the next movie file is created automatically. It will take several seconds until you can start recording after you turn on the camcorder. You cannot operate your camcorder during this time. - Page 25 TV which is not compatible with full pixel display. In this case, set [GUIDEFRAME] to [ON] (p. 89), and record images using the outer frame displayed on the screen as a guide. To adjust the angle of the LCD panel, first open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (), and ...
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Page 26: Shooting Photos
You can record photos using the flash when there is insufficient ambient light. The flash does not work in the movie recording mode. You can change how your camcorder flashes by others] [FLASH MODE] (under If the lens hood is attached, it may interfere with flash operation. When you record photos using the ... - Page 27 This is caused by particles (dust, pollen, etc.) floating close to the lens. When they are accentuated by the camcorder’s flash, they appear as white circular spots. To reduce the white circular spots, light the room and shoot the subject without a flash.
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Page 28: Useful Functions For Recording Movies And Photos
button on the LCD screen. The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is about 1 cm (about 13/32 in.) for wide angle and about 80 cm (about 31 1/2 in.) for telephoto. You can magnify images up to 10 times using ... -
Page 29: Selecting High Definition Image Quality (Hd) Or Standard Image
The camcorder detects whether camera- shake occurs or not, and makes the optimum compensation. Notes The camcorder may not detect the expected scene or subject, depending on the recording conditions. You cannot use the flash depending on the ... -
Page 30: Selecting The Recording Mode
Selecting the recording mode You can select a recording mode to record the high definition image quality (HD) movies from 4 levels. The recording time of the media is changed depending on recording mode. In the default setting, the recording mode is set to [HQ]. Long time recording (MENU) ... -
Page 31: Capturing Smiles Automatically (Smile Shutter)
Capturing smiles automatically (Smile Shutter) A photo is recorded automatically when the camcorder detects the smile of a person. An orange frame appears around a face targeted for a possible smile detection shot. (MENU) [Show others] Touch ... -
Page 32: Recording High Quality Photos During Movie Recording (Dual Rec)
(HD) in 5.1ch sound, you need an AVCHD format device compatible with 5.1ch surround. When you connect your camcorder with an HDMI cable (sold separately), the sound of high definition image quality (HD) movies recorded in 5.1ch sound is automatically output in 5.1ch... -
Page 33: Controlling The Image Settings Manually With The Manual Dial
LCD screen, but the image will be normal when recorded. Controlling the image settings manually with the MANUAL dial You can assign 1 menu item you use often to the MANUAL dial. Since the focus adjustment is assigned to the MANUAL dial in the default settings, the operation below is described as adjusting the focus using the dial. - Page 34 It is difficult to focus automatically at a lower shutter speed. Manual focusing with your camcorder attached to a tripod is recommended. When you record images under a fluorescent lamp, sodium lamp, or mercury lamp, horizontal stripes may appear, flicker may occur, or color may change.
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Page 35: Playback On The Camcorder
To change the recording media, see page 20. Open the LCD screen of your camcorder. Your camcorder is turned on and the lens cover is opened. To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is already open, press POWER (p. 18). Press (VIEW IMAGES). -
Page 36: Playing Movies
To stop To fast-reverse Notes You may not be able to play back the images with other devices than camcorder. Tips When playback from the selected movie reaches the last movie, the screen returns to the INDEX screen. -
Page 37: Viewing Photos
Viewing photos Your camcorder displays the selected photo. Previous To the VISUAL INDEX screen Tips When viewing photos recorded on the memory card, To start/stop slide show Next OPTION MENU (playback folder) appears on the screen. -
Page 38: Useful Functions For Playing Movies And Photos
Useful functions for playing movies and photos Searching for desired images by date (Date Index) You can search for desired images by date efficiently. Notes You cannot use the Date Index function for photos on the memory card. ... -
Page 39: Searching For Desired Scene By Face (Face Index)
[ FACE]. Playing back a digest of your movies (Highlight Playback) Your camcorder selects Highlight Playback scenes at random, puts them together, and plays them back as a digest of your high definition image quality (HD) movies with music and visual effects. Scenes for Highlight Playback differ each time Highlight Playback is selected. - Page 40 Set the range of movies to be played by selecting the from and to date, then touch If no range is set, your camcorder plays the movies starting from those of the date displayed on the VISUAL INDEX screen until the most recently recorded movie.
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Page 41: Using Pb Zoom With Photos
To change music files You can transfer music files from audio CDs or MP3 files to your camcorder, and play them with Highlight Playback. To transfer music files, you need to install the supplied software “PMB” on your computer. Turn on your camcorder and... -
Page 42: Playing Back A Series Of Photos (Slide Show)
Playing back a series of photos (Slide show) Touch on the photo playback screen. The slide show begins from the selected photo. To stop the slide show Touch To restart the slide show Touch again. Notes You cannot operate playback zoom during slide ... -
Page 43: Playing Images On A Tv
TV is connected, and the connectors used. Connecting a TV using [TV CONNECT Guide] You can connect your camcorder to the TV easily following the instructions displayed on the LCD screen, [TV CONNECT Guide]. - Page 44 (White) connecting cable with S-Video (Red) Connect your camcorder to the LINE IN input on the VCR using the A/V connecting cable. Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE (VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, etc.). Set [TV TYPE] to [16:9] or [4:3] according to your TV (p.
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Page 45: Using "Bravia" Sync
“Photo TV HD” standard. “Photo TV HD” allows for highly-detailed, photo-like depiction of subtle textures and colors. By connecting Sony’s Photo TV HD- compatible devices using an HDMI cable or the component A/V cable new world of photos can be enjoyed in breathtaking full HD quality. -
Page 46: Making Good Use Of Your Camcorder
Making good use of your camcorder Deleting movies and photos You can free media space by deleting movies and photos from recording media. Notes You cannot restore images once they are deleted. Save important movies and photos in advance. -
Page 47: Protecting Recorded Movies And Photos (Protect)
Touch to select the recording date of the desired movies/photos, then touch Touch the image on the LCD screen to confirm the image. Touch to the previous screen. Touch [YES] Protecting recorded movies and photos (Protect) Protect movies and photos to avoid deleting them by mistake. -
Page 48: Dividing A Movie
(p. 47). Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder while dividing the movie. It may damage the recording media. Also, do not eject the memory card while (MENU) [Show... -
Page 49: Capturing A Photo From A Movie
A slight difference may occur from the point where you touch and the actual dividing point, as your camcorder selects the dividing point based on about half-second increments. If you divide the original movie, the movie added to the Playlist will also be divided. -
Page 50: Dubbing/Copying Movies And Photos From The Internal Memory
[REPAIR IMG.DB F.] (under MEDIA] category) [MEMORY CARD]. Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor to prevent your camcorder from running out of power during dubbing. -
Page 51: Copying Photos
[MEMORY CARD] on [MOVIE MEDIA SET] and play them back (p. 20). Copying photos You can copy photos from the internal memory of the camcorder to memory card. Insert a memory card into your camcorder before the operation. ... -
Page 52: Using The Playlist Of Movies
Select the photo to be copied. [COPY by select]: Touch the photo to be copied, and mark with . You can select multiple photos. Press and hold the image down on the screen to confirm the image. Touch to return to the previous screen. -
Page 53: Playing The Playlist
Notes Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from your camcorder while adding movies to the Playlist. It may damage the recording media. Also, do not eject the memory card while editing movies on the memory card. -
Page 54: Using The Gps Function (Hxr-Mc50E)
You can display the coordinate information during playback. AUTO CLOCK ADJ/AUTO AREA ADJ Your camcorder adjusts the clock and the time difference on each area automatically. When you conduct the following operations for the first time, a message appears to ... -
Page 55: Setting The Gps Function
If you do not want to record location information, set the GPS switch to OFF. Even if the camcorder is turned off, the GPS function is working as long as the GPS switch is set to ON. Make sure that the GPS switch is set to OFF during takeoff and landing of an airplane. -
Page 56: Searching For A Desired Scene By Recording Location (Map Index)
Touch YOUR LOCATION) on the recording screen. The current location is displayed and marked at the center of the LCD screen. If you touch a certain point on the screen, the map shows the area with that point at the center. -
Page 57: Displaying The Coordinate Information (Coordinates)
3. The recording location of the movie or photo will be displayed at the center of the map. Displaying the coordinate information (COORDINATES) During playback, your camcorder can display the coordinates information recorded on movies and photos. (MENU) [Show Touch others] ... - Page 58 The clock is adjusted automatically by [AUTO CLOCK ADJ] when you turn off your camcorder if the camcorder is receiving a GPS signal while it is being used. The clock is not adjusted until the camcorder is turned off. Also,...
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Page 59: Saving Movies And Photos With A Computer
To save movies and photos using a computer, install “PMB” from the supplied CD-ROM beforehand. Notes Do not format the media of your camcorder from a computer. Your camcorder may not operate correctly. This camcorder captures high definition footage ... -
Page 60: Step 2 Installing The Supplied Software "Pmb
“PMB Launcher. ” Double-click the “PMB Launcher” short-cut icon on the computer screen to start “PMB Launcher. ” Confirm that your camcorder is not connected to the computer. Turn on the computer. Log on as an Administrator for ... - Page 61 To disconnect your camcorder from the computer Click the icon at the bottom right of the desktop of the computer [Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device]. Touch [END] [YES] on the camcorder screen. Disconnect the USB cable.
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Page 62: Starting Pmb (Picture Motion Browser)
Access from the computer using the supplied software “PMB. ” Do not modify the files or folders on the camcorder from the computer. The image files may be destroyed or may not be played back. Operation is not guaranteed, if you perform the ... -
Page 63: Selecting The Method For Creating A Disc (Computer)
Several methods for creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc or a standard definition image quality (STD) disc from high definition image quality (HD) movies or photos recorded on your camcorder are described here. Select the method that suits your disc player. - Page 64 Discs you can use with “PMB” You can use 12 cm discs of following type with “PMB. ” For Blu-ray disc, see page 67. Disc type DVD-R/DVD+R/DVD+R DL DVD-RW/DVD+RW Notes Always maintain your PlayStation The PlayStation 3 may not be available in some countries/regions. ...
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Page 65: Creating A Disc With One Touch (One Touch Disc Burn)
(STD) disc (p. 68). Install “PMB” beforehand (p. 60), however, do not start “PMB. ” Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the AC Adaptor supplied for this operation (p. 16). With One Touch Disc Burn function on your ... -
Page 66: Importing Movies And Photos To A Computer
Movies and photos recorded on your camcorder can be imported to a computer. Turn on the computer beforehand. Notes Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 16). Turn on your camcorder, then... -
Page 67: Creating An Avchd Disc
Creating an AVCHD disc You can create an AVCHD disc by putting together high definition image quality (HD) movies previously imported to your computer (p. 66). In this section, the procedure for recording a high definition image quality (HD) movie on a DVD disc is explained. -
Page 68: Ordinary Dvd Players
Place an unused Blu-ray disc in the disc [Create Blu-ray Disc drive, and click (HD)] in step 4 of “Creating an AVCHD disc” (p. 67). Other procedures are the same as that for creating an AVCHD disc. Notes Your computer must support the creation of ... -
Page 69: Editing Movies
appears. To add movies to the previously selected ones, select the movies in the main window and drag and drop onto the window for selecting movies. Follow the instructions on the screen to create a disc. It may take a long time to create a disc. ... -
Page 70: Saving Images With An External Device
You may not be able to use external media with a code function. FAT file system is available for your camcorder. If the external media was formatted to NTFS file system, etc., format the external media on your camcorder before use. - Page 71 Touch [YES] camcorder screen. To play back images in the external media on the camcorder Touch [Play without copying.] in step 5 above. The VISUAL INDEX screen of the external media is displayed.
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Page 72: Creating A Disc With A Dvd Writer, Recorder
See page 70 to save images in the external media. See page 68 for the type of discs to be created. AVCHD format compatible device Player Sony Blu-ray disc player PlayStation 3, etc. Creating device DVD writer, DVDirect Express (p. -
Page 73: Creating A Disc With The Dedicated Dvd Writer, Dvdirect Express
Refer also to the instruction manual supplied with the DVD writer. Notes Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 16). Only unused discs of the following types can ... - Page 74 To create another disc of the same contents, insert a new disc and touch [CREATE SAME DISC]. After the operation is completed, touch [EXIT] [END] on the camcorder screen. Disconnect the USB cable from your camcorder. ), the...
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Page 75: Other Than Dvdirect Express
Use USB cable to connect your camcorder to a disc creation device, which is compatible with high definition image quality (HD) movies, such as a Sony DVD writer. Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the device to be connected. -
Page 76: Creating A Standard Definition Image Quality (Std) Disc With
Notes Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 16). Sony DVD writer may not be available in some countries/regions. Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to the... -
Page 77: Your Camcorder
(a disc recorder, etc.) with the A/V connecting cable (supplied) or an A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO (sold separately). Connect your camcorder to the input jacks of the recording device. Start playback on your camcorder, and record it on the recording device. - Page 78 To record the date/time, coordinates (HXR- MC50E), or camera settings data, touch (MENU) [Show others] [PLAYBACK [PLAYBACK] category) SET] (under [DATA CODE] a desired setting . In addition, touch (MENU) [Show others] [OUTPUT SETTINGS] (under [GENERAL SET] category) ...
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Page 79: Customizing Your Camcorder
Using the menus, you can perform useful functions and change various settings. If you make good use of menu operations, you can enjoy using your camcorder. The camcorder has various menu items under each of eight menu categories. MANUAL SETTINGS (Items to adjust for scene condition) p. 84 SHOOTING SET (Items for customized shooting) ... -
Page 80: Using My Menu
Grayed out menu items or settings are not available. Tips Depending on the menu items being changed, your camcorder switches between playback mode and recording mode (movie/photo). Using MY MENU You can use the menu items more easily by registering the menu items you use most often on MY MENU. -
Page 81: Using The Option Menu
When the item you want is not on the screen, touch another tab. (There may be no tab.) The tabs and items that appear on the screen depend on the recording/playback status of your camcorder at the time. -
Page 82: Menu Lists
Menu lists (MANUAL SETTINGS) category SCENE SELECTION FADER WHITE BAL. SPOT MTR/FCS SPOT METER SPOT FOCUS EXPOSURE FOCUS TELE MACRO AE SHIFT WB SHIFT GOLF SHOT SMTH SLW REC (SHOOTING SET) category REC MODE GUIDEFRAME STEADYSHOT CONVERSION LENS LOW LUX FACE DETECTION PRIORITY SETTING SMILE DETECTION... - Page 83 MOVE/ MOVE (OTHERS) category YOUR LOCATION * USB CONNECT USB CONNECT USB CONNECT DISC BURN TV CONNECT Guide MUSIC TOOL EMPTY MUSIC DOWNLOAD MUSIC BATTERY INFO (MANAGE MEDIA) category MEDIA SETTINGS MOVIE MEDIA SET PHOTO MEDIA SET MEDIA INFO MEDIA FORMAT INT.
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Page 84: Manual Settings (Items To Adjust For Scene Condition)
Shoots distant subjects clearly. This setting also prevents your camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows between the camcorder and the subject. Even if you set [TWILIGHT PORT.], the setting changes to [AUTO] in movie recording mode. - Page 85 [AUTO] was selected, or taken your camcorder outdoors after inside use (or vice versa), aim your camcorder at a nearby white object for about 10 seconds for better color balance adjustment. When the white balance has been set with ...
- Page 86 from inside the house, or vice versa, you need to redo the [ONE PUSH] procedure to readjust the white balance. SPOT MTR/FCS (Spot meter/ focus) You can adjust the brightness and focus for the selected subject simultaneously. This function enables you to use [SPOT METER] (p.
- Page 87 When you set [FOCUS] to [MANUAL], appears. The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is about 1 cm (about 13/32 in.) for wide angle and about 80 cm (about 31 1/2 in.) for telephoto. Tips ...
- Page 88 You can also adjust manually by using the MANUAL dial (p. 33). WB SHIFT (White Balance Shift) You can adjust the white balance manually. OFF Adjusts the white balance automatically. ON ( and the adjustment value) Adjusts the white balance manually. Tips ...
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Page 89: Shooting Set (Items For Customized Shooting)
SMTH SLW REC (Smooth slow rec) Fast moving subjects and actions, which cannot be captured under the ordinary shooting conditions, can be shot in smooth moving slow-motion for about 3 seconds. Press START/STOP on the [SMTH SLW REC] screen. An about-3-second movie is recorded as a 12-second-slow-motion movie. - Page 90 Notes Faces may not be detected depending on recording conditions, subject conditions, and the setting of your camcorder. [FACE DETECTION] may not function properly depending on recording conditions. Set [FACE DETECTION] to [OFF] in this case. Tips ...
- Page 91 ALWAYS ON ( The shutter is released when the camcorder detects a smile whenever the camcorder is in recording mode. OFF Smiles are not detected, so photos are not recorded automatically.
- Page 92 STEADYSHOT] is set to other than [ACTIVE], up to 10× zoom is performed optically. AUTO BACK LIGHT Your camcorder adjusts the exposure for backlit subjects automatically. ON Adjusts the exposure for backlit subjects automatically. Does not adjust the exposure for backlit subjects.
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Page 93: Photo Settings (Items For Recording Photos)
x.v.Color-compliant TV. If the movie recorded with this function [ON] is played back on a non-x.v.Color-compliant TV, the color may not be reproduced correctly. X.V.COLOR] cannot be set to [ON]: When recording standard definition image quality (STD) movies While recording a movie ... - Page 94 FLASH MODE You can select the flash setting when you record photos using the built-in flash, or an external flash (sold separately) that is compatible with your camcorder. AUTO Automatically flashes when there is insufficient ambient light. ON ( ) Always uses the flash regardless of the surrounding brightness.
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Page 95: Playback (Items For Playback)
See page 39. PLAYLIST See page 52. HIGHLIGHT See page 39. SCENARIO See page 40. PLAYBACK SET See page 29. DATA CODE During playback, your camcorder displays the information (Date/time, Camera data, Coordinates) recorded automatically at the time of recording. - Page 96 See page 57. Tips 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 Wireless Remote Commander: [DATE/TIME] ...
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Page 97: Edit (Items For Editing)
EDIT (Items for editing) See “Using menus” (p. 79) on the operation. DELETE See page 46. SCENARIO ERASE See page 40. PROTECT See page 47. DIVIDE See page 48. PHOTO CAPTURE See page 49. MOVIE DUB See page 50. PHOTO COPY See page 51. -
Page 98: Manage Media (Items For Recording Media)
Select the recording media to be formatted, touch [YES] [YES] Notes Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using AC Adaptor supplied for this operation (p. 16). To avoid the loss of important images, you ... -
Page 99: General Set (Other Setup Items)
Standard brightness. BRIGHT Brightens the LCD screen. Notes When you connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor, [BRIGHT] is automatically selected for the setting. When you select [BRIGHT], battery life is ... - Page 100 [NORMAL] automatically. Tips This adjustment does not affect the recorded images in any way. LCD COLOR You can adjust the color of the LCD screen by touching Tips This adjustment does not affect the recorded ...
- Page 101 1080i/576i Select this when connecting your camcorder to a TV that has the component input jack and is capable of displaying the 1080i signal. HDMI RESOLUTION Select the output image resolution when connecting your camcorder to a TV with an HDMI cable (sold separately).
- Page 102 TV’s Remote Commander. REC LAMP (Recording lamp) You can make the camera recording lamp on the front of your camcorder not to turn ON The camera recording lamp lights up. The camera recording lamp does not light up.
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Page 103: Additional Information
During repair, we may check a minimum amount of data stored on the internal memory in order to investigate the problem. However, your Sony dealer will neither copy nor retain your data. Overall operations/Wireless Remote Commander ...p. 103 Batteries/power sources ...p. - Page 104 correctly (p. 15). If the problem persists, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. The battery pack may be damaged. The remaining battery time indicator does not indicate the correct time.
- Page 105 Operations using the memory card cannot be performed. If you use the memory card formatted on a computer, format it again on your camcorder (p. 98). Images stored on the memory card cannot be deleted. The maximum number of images that you can ...
- Page 106 The temperature of your camcorder is extremely low. Turn off your camcorder and take it to a warm place. Leave the camcorder there for a while, then turn on the camcorder. Photos cannot be recorded. You cannot record photos together with: ...
- Page 107 [ACTIVE] (p. 89). [LCD BL LEVEL] cannot be adjusted. 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.
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Page 108: During Playback
The playback device does not support playing back memory cards (p. 3). Editing movies/photos on your (p. 46). camcorder Unable to edit. Unable to edit because of the condition of the image. Movies cannot be added in the Playlist. - Page 109 (p. 76). GPS (HXR-MC50E) The camcorder is not receiving a GPS signal. Your camcorder may not be able to receive radio signals from GPS satellites because of obstructions. Bring your camcorder to an open area, and set the GPS switch to ON again.
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Page 110: Self-Diagnosis Display/Warning Indicators
If the problem persists even after you have tried to fix a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. In this case, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. - Page 111 (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 ...
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Page 112: Recording Media
The internal memory of the camcorder is set differently from the default format. Performing [MEDIA FORMAT] (p. 98) may enable you to use your camcorder. This will delete all data in the internal recording media. Data error. An error occurred during reading or writing ... - Page 113 This memory card may not be able to record or play images correctly. Use a memory card recommended for your camcorder (p. 21). Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Do not eject the memory card during writing. Data may be damaged.
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Page 114: Recording Time Of Movies/Number Of Recordable Photos
C to 30 recommended. The recording and playback time will be shorter when you use your camcorder in low temperatures. The recording and playback time will be shorter depending on the conditions under which you use your camcorder. -
Page 115: Expected Number Of Recordable Photos
(STD). The maximum continuous recording time of movies is approximately 13 hours. Your camcorder uses the VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format to automatically adjust image quality to suit the recording scene. This technology causes fluctuations in the recording time of the media. - Page 116 Notes The unique pixel array of Sony’s ClearVid and the image processing system allow still image resolution equivalent to the sizes described. Tips The following list shows the bit rate, pixels and aspect ratio of each recording mode (movie + audio, etc.).
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Page 117: Using Your Camcorder Abroad
An A/V connecting cable must be connected. On TV color systems Your camcorder is a PAL-system-based camcorder. If you want to view the playback image on a TV, it must be a PAL-system- based TV with an AUDIO/VIDEO input jack. - Page 118 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. Touch [GENERAL SET] category) [AREA SET] and [SUMMERTIME] (p. 101). HXR-MC50E When [AUTO CLOCK ADJ] and [AUTO AREA ADJ] are set to [ON], the clock is set to the local time automatically by the GPS function (p.
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Page 119: Maintenance And Precautions
GPS satellites. Avoid using the camcorder in places where radio signals are blocked or reflected, such as a shadowy place surrounded by buildings or trees, etc. Use the camcorder in open sky environments. You may not be able to record location ... - Page 120 During take off and landing of an airplane, set the GPS switch to OFF and turn off the camcorder, as you will be instructed to do by the on-board announcement. Use GPS in accordance with the regulations ...
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Page 121: About The Memory Card
Note that improper use may cause a malfunction. On image data compatibility Image data files recorded on memory card by your camcorder conform to the “Design rule... -
Page 122: About The "Infolithium" Battery Pack
Put the battery pack in a pocket to warm it up, and install it on your camcorder right before you start taking shots. Use a large capacity battery pack: NP-FV70 ... -
Page 123: About X.v.color
About 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 124: Lcd Screen
pack. Keep metal contacts clean. If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked: Consult your local authorized Sony service facility. Wash off any liquid that may have contacted your skin. If any liquid gets in your eyes, wash with ... -
Page 125: Rechargeable Battery
(wall socket) via the AC Adaptor or while the battery pack is attached. The rechargeable battery will be fully discharged in about 3 months if you do not use your camcorder at all. Use your camcorder after charging the pre-installed rechargeable battery. -
Page 126: Specifications
(Digital) Dimensions (approx.): Mass (approx.) second) 1/25 second) The unique pixel array of Sony’s ClearVid and the image processing system allow still image resolution equivalent to the sizes described. STEADYSHOT] is set to [STANDARD] or [OFF]. STEADYSHOT] is set to [ACTIVE]. - Page 127 Corporation. C (-4 °F to “x.v.Colour” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. “BRAVIA” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. “DVDirect” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. “Blu-ray Disc” and the logo are trademarks. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks ...
- Page 128 OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C. SEE <HTTP://WWW.MPEGLA.COM> “C Library, ” “Expat, ” “zlib, ” “libjpeg, ” “dtoa, ” and “pcre” software are provided in your camcorder. We provide this software based on license agreements with their owners of copyright. Based...
- Page 129 Source code is provided on the web. Use the following URL to download it. When downloading the source code, select HXR-MC50 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.
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Page 130: Quick Reference
Quick reference Screen indicators Upper left Center Bottom Upper left Indicator Meaning MENU button (79) AUDIO MODE (92) Self-timer recording (93) GPS tracking status (55) Flash (94)/ REDEYE REDUC (94) MICREF LEVEL low (91) WIDE SELECT (93) BLT-IN ZOOM MIC (91) 60 min Remaining battery Recording folder... -
Page 131: Parts And Controls
(sold separately). The accessory can be turned on or off as you open or close the LCD screen of your camcorder. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your accessory for details. - Page 132 The marks of the lens hood Remote sensor/Infrared port Point the Wireless Remote Commander (p. 133) towards the remote sensor to operate your camcorder. Camera recording lamp (102) The camera recording lamp lights up in red during recording. The lamp flashes when the remaining recording media capacity or battery power is low.
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Page 133: Wireless Remote Commander
5.5 mm (7/32 in.)). Memory card slot (22) Memory card Access lamp (22) While the lamp is lit or flashing, the camcorder is reading or writing data. BATT (battery) release lever (16) Wireless Remote Commander DATA CODE button (95) -
Page 134: Remote Commander
Commander may shorten, or the Wireless Remote Commander may not function properly. In this case, replace the battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. , or ENTER again,... -
Page 135: Index
Index Symbols 1080i/576i ...101 16:9 ...100 4:3 ...100 5.1ch surround recording ...31 576i ...100 A/V connecting cable...44, 77 Abroad ...117 AE SHIFT ...87 AREA SET ...101 AUDIO MODE ...92 AUDIO REC SET ...91 AUTO AREA ADJ ...57 AUTO BACK LIGHT ...92 AUTO CLOCK ADJ...57 AVCHD...63 AVCHD format ...119... - Page 136 Memory card ...21 “Memory Stick” media ... 21, 121 “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” media ...122 “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media ...21 Menus ...79, 82 MICREF LEVEL ...91 Mirror mode ...32 Moisture condensation ...124 MOVIE DUB ...50 MOVIE MEDIA SET ...20 Movies ...24, 36 MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 ...119 MUSIC TOOL ...97...
- Page 137 x.v.Color ... 92, 123 YOUR LOCATION ...55 Zoom ...28, 41...
- Page 139 Printed on 70% or more recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. Printed in Japan...