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HDR-CX300E/CX305E/CX350E/
CX350VE/CX370E/XR350E/XR350VE
Digital HD Video Camera Recorder
Operating Guide
2010 Sony Corporation
4-171-505-14(1)
Table of contents
Getting started
Recording/Playback
Making good use of your
camcorder
Saving movies and photos
with a computer
Saving images with an
external device
Customizing your
camcorder
Additional information
Quick reference
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- Page 1 HDR-CX300E/CX305E/CX350E/ CX350VE/CX370E/XR350E/XR350VE Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide 2010 Sony Corporation 4-171-505-14(1) Table of contents Getting started Recording/Playback Making good use of your camcorder Saving movies and photos with a computer Saving images with an external device Customizing your...
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Page 2: Read This First
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. - Page 3 URL: http://www. compliance.sony.de/ Notice for the customers in the countries applying EU Directives The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany.
- Page 4 For customers in the U.S.A. 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...
- Page 5 See page 18 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. Shoe cover...
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Page 6: About Language Setting
The camcorder is not dustproofed, dripproofed or waterproofed. See “Precautions” (p. 63). 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 take off and landing of an airplane (HDR-CX350VE/XR350VE). - Page 7 MEDIA] category) [YES] 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 ...
- Page 8 When using a shoulder belt (sold separately), do not crash the camcorder against an object. Do not use your camcorder in very loud areas. On the drop sensor (HDR-XR350E/ XR350VE) To protect the internal hard disk from shock ...
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Page 9: Operation Flow
Expected recording time(MEDIA INFO) Shooting photos p. 23 Playing movies and photos Playback on the camcorder p. 25 Playing images on a TV p. 28 Saving images Saving movies and photos with a computer p. 33 Saving movies and photos in external media ... -
Page 10: Table Of Contents
Playback on the camcorder ........ - Page 11 Customizing your camcorder Using menus ..................53 Getting detailed information from the “Handycam”...
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Page 12: Getting Started
Getting started Step 1: Charging the battery pack HDR-CX300E/CX305E/CX350E/CX350VE/CX370E Battery pack /CHG (flash/charge) lamp HDR-XR350E/XR350VE Battery pack /CHG (flash/charge) lamp DC IN jack DC plug AC Adaptor DC IN jack DC plug AC Adaptor Power cord (Mains lead) To the wall outlet (wall socket) Power cord (Mains lead) To the wall outlet (wall socket) - Page 13 See page 67 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. To remove the battery pack Close the LCD screen.
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Page 14: Charging The Battery Pack Abroad
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 5 minutes, to save battery power ([A.SHUT OFF]). -
Page 15: Step 2: 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 16: Changing The Language Setting
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-CX350VE/XR350VE). To turn off the power Close the LCD screen. -
Page 17: Step 3: Preparing The Recording Media
Step 3: Preparing the recording media The recording media that can be used differs depending on your camcorder. The following icons are displayed on the screen of your camcorder. HDR-CX300E/CX305E/CX350E/ CX350VE/CX370E HDR-XR350E/XR350VE In the default setting, both movies and photos are recorded on this recording media. You can perform recording, playback and editing operations on the selected medium. -
Page 18: To Check The Recording Media Settings
Types of memory card you can use with your camcorder You can use the following memory cards for this camcorder; “Memory Stick PRO Duo” (Mark2) media, “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” media, SD memory cards, SDHC memory cards, SDXC memory cards (Speed Class 4 or faster is required for each SD card). -
Page 19: To Memory Card
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media, half the size of “Memory Stick”, or standard size SD cards can be used for this camcorder. Do not attach a label or the like on memory card or memory card adaptor. Doing so may cause a ... -
Page 20: 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. 15). You can switch recording modes by pressing MODE. Press MODE to light up the desired recording ... - Page 21 The icons and indicators on the LCD panel will be displayed for about 3 seconds, then disappear after turning on your camcorder or switching the recording (movie/photo)/playback modes. To display the icons and indicators again, touch anywhere on the screen except the rec & zoom buttons on the LCD.
- Page 22 TV which is not compatible with full pixel display. In this case, set [GUIDEFRAME] to [ON], 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 ...
- Page 23 [PHOTO SETTINGS] category) a desired setting You cannot record photos while Your camcorder flashes automatically 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] ...
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Page 24: Acquiring Location Information Using The Gps (Hdr-Cx350Ve/Xr350Ve)
Make sure that the GPS switch is set to OFF during take off and landing of an airplane. Processing time can be shortened when you load the GPS assist data into the camcorder using the supplied software “PMB. ” Install “PMB” on your computer (P. 34) and connect the computer to the internet. -
Page 25: Playback On The Camcorder
To change the recording media, see page 17. 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.15). Press (VIEW IMAGES). -
Page 26: 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 27: Viewing Photos
To adjust the sound volume of movies While playing back movies, touch You can also adjust the sound volume by using Viewing photos Your camcorder displays the selected photo. Previous To the VISUAL INDEX screen Tips When viewing photos recorded on the memory card, ... -
Page 28: 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 29 (Yellow) A/V connecting cable (supplied) When connecting to your TV via a VCR 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.).
- Page 30 “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 ** , a whole new world of photos can be enjoyed in breathtaking full HD quality.
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Page 31: Making Good Use Of Your Camcorder
You cannot delete protected movies and photos. Undo the protection of the movies and photos to delete them, before you try to delete them. The demonstration movie on your camcorder is protected (HDR-CX350E/CX350VE/CX370E/ XR350E/XR350VE). If the deleted movie is included in the Playlist, ... - Page 32 To delete all the movies/photos recorded on the same day at one time Notes You cannot delete photos on memory card by recording date. In step 2, touch [ DELETE] DELETE by date]/[ by date]. To delete all photos on the same day at one ...
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Page 33: 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 34: When Using A Macintosh
“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 35 Click [Continue] on the computer screen. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software. Connect the camcorder to the computer during the installation of “PMB. ” Depending on the computer, you may need to install third party software. If...
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Page 36: Starting Pmb (Picture Motion Browser)
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. Notes Access from the computer using the supplied ... -
Page 37: 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 38 Discs you can use with “PMB” You can use 12 cm discs of following type with “PMB. ” For Blu-ray disc, see page 42. 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 39: Creating A Disc With One Touch (One Touch Disc Burn)
(STD) disc (p. 42). Install “PMB” beforehand (p. 34), however, do not start “PMB. ” Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the AC Adaptor supplied for this operation (p. 14). With One Touch Disc Burn function on your ... -
Page 40: 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. 14). Turn on your camcorder, then... -
Page 41: 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. 40). In this section, the procedure for recording a high definition image quality (HD) movie on a DVD disc is explained. -
Page 42: Creating A Blu-Ray Disc
Creating a Blu-ray disc You can create a Blu-ray disc with a high definition image quality (HD) movie previously imported to a computer (p. 40). To create a Blu-ray disc, the BD Add-on Software for “PMB” must be installed. Click [BD Add-on Software] on the installation screen of “PMB, ”... -
Page 43: Copying A Disc
At the top of the window, click [Create DVD-Video Format Discs (STD)]. The window used to select 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. -
Page 44: Saving Images With An External Device
Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the external media. For details on available external media, go to the Sony support website in your country/region. Tips You can import images saved in the external media by using the supplied software “PMB. ”... - Page 45 After the operation is completed, touch on the camcorder screen. Notes The number of scenes you can save on the external media are as follows. However, even if the external media has free space, you cannot save scenes exceeding the following number.
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Page 46: Creating A Disc With A Dvd Writer, Recorder
See page 42 to create a Blu-ray disc. See page 44 to save images in the external media. AVCHD format compatible device Player Sony Blu-ray disc player PlayStation 3, etc. Creating device DVD writer, DVDirect Express (p. 47) ... - Page 47 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. 14). Only unused discs of the following types can ...
- Page 48 Repeat steps 3 and 4 when the total memory size of movies to be burnt exceeds that of the disc. [END] [EJECT Touch DISC] on the camcorder screen. Remove the disc after the operation is completed. Touch , then disconnect the USB cable.
- Page 49 Disconnect the USB cable or the AC adaptor Subject the camcorder to mechanical shock or vibration Eject the memory card from the camcorder Play the created disc to make sure dubbing was performed correctly before deleting the movies on your camcorder.
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Page 50: Camcorder Screen
Notes Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 14). Sony DVD writer may not be available in some countries/regions. Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to the... - Page 51 Notes Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 14). Sony DVD writer may not be available in some countries/regions. High definition image quality (HD) movies will be dubbed with standard definition image quality (STD).
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Page 52: 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 53: 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. 56 SHOOTING SET (Items for customized shooting) ... - Page 54 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 55 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 56 Menu lists (MANUAL SETTINGS) category SCENE SELECTION ... Selects an appropriate recording setting according to the type of scene, FADER ... Fades scenes in or out. WHITE BAL..Adjusts the color balance to the brightness of the recording environment. SPOT MTR/FCS ...
- Page 57 (PHOTO SETTINGS) category SELF-TIMER ... Sets the self-timer when your camcorder is in photo recording mode. IMAGE SIZE ... Sets the photo size. STEADYSHOT ... Sets the SteadyShot function when recording photos. FLASH MODE ... Sets how the flash is activated.
- Page 58 PHOTO COPY COPY by select ... Selects photos and copy. COPY by date ... Copies all photos of a specified date. PLAYLIST EDIT ADD/ ADD ... Adds movies in a playlist. ADD by date/ ADD by date ... Adds movies recorded on a same day at one time in a playlist. ERASE ..
- Page 59 LANGUAGE SET ... Sets the display language (p. 16). POWER SETTINGS A.SHUT OFF ... Changes the [A.SHUT OFF] setting (p. 14). POWER ON BY LCD ... Sets whether or not the camcorder is turned on and off when you open and close the LCD screen. OTHER SETTINGS DEMO MODE...
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Page 60: Getting Detailed Information From The "Handycam" Handbook
[Install], and follow the on-screen instructions to install “Handycam” Handbook. The model name of your camcorder is printed on its bottom surface. To view the “Handycam” Handbook, double-click the short-cut icon on the computer screen. -
Page 61: Additional Information
Press RESET (p. 72) using a pointed object, and turn the camcorder on. If you press RESET, all settings, including the clock setting, are reset. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Your camcorder may be required to initialize or ... - Page 62 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, when you contact them, give them all the numbers of the error code beginning with C or E.
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Page 63: Precautions
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 64 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 ...
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Page 65: Specifications
Wireless Remote 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. Specifications System... - Page 66 11 lx (lux) (in default setting, shutter speed 1/50 second) 3 lx (lux) (LOW LUX is set to [ON], shutter speed 1/25 second) The unique pixel array of Sony’s ClearVid and the image processing system (BIONZ) allow still image resolution equivalent to the sizes described.
- Page 67 Maximum charge current: 2.1 A Capacity Typical: 7.0 Wh (1 030 mAh) Minimum: 6.6 Wh (980 mAh) Type: Li-ion Design and specifications of your camcorder and accessories are subject to change without notice. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
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Page 68: Internal Hard Disk
recording and subject conditions and [ 16 h 15 m MODE]. On charging/recording/playback time Measured when using the camcorder at 25 (77 °F) (10 recommended) The recording and playback time will be shorter in low temperatures, or depending... - Page 69 “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. “x.v.Colour” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. “BIONZ” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. “BRAVIA” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. “DVDirect” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
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Page 70: Quick Reference
Quick reference Screen indicators Upper left Center Bottom Upper left Indicator Meaning MENU button Self-timer recording GPS tracking status Flash / REDEYE REDUC MICREF LEVEL low WIDE SELECT BLT-IN ZOOM MIC 60 min Remaining battery Recording folder Return button Center Indicator Meaning [STBY]/[REC]... -
Page 71: Parts And Controls
The Active Interface Shoe supplies power to optional accessories such as a video light, a flash, or a microphone. The accessory can be turned on or off as you operate the POWER switch on your camcorder. Lens (G lens) ... - Page 72 Camera recording lamp The camera recording lamp lights up in red during recording. The lamp flashes when the remaining recording media capacity or battery power is low. Remote sensor/Infrared port Built-in microphone LCD screen/Touch panel If you rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees, you can close the LCD panel with the LCD screen facing out.
- Page 73 5.5 mm (7/32 in.)). Memory card slot (19) Memory card Access lamp (19) While the lamp is lit or flashing, the camcorder is reading or writing data. PUSH (battery release) button (13)
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Page 74: Index
A/V connecting cable...29, 51 AVCHD...37 Battery pack ...12 Blu-ray disc ...42 Capturing photos from a movie ...43 Care ...63 Charging the battery abroad ...14 Charging the battery pack ...12 CLOCK SET ...15 Computer...33 Computer system ...33 Copying a disc ...43 Creating a disc ...37, 46 Creating a standard definition image quality (STD) disc ...42... - Page 76 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...