Sony Handycam HDR-PJ810 Operating Manual

Sony Handycam HDR-PJ810 Operating Manual

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Operating Guide
Please also refer to :
http://www.sony.net/SonyInfo/Support/
HDR-PJ810/PJ810E/PJ820/PJ820E
4-489-506-11(2)
Getting started
Recording/Playback
Saving images
Customizing your
camcorder
Others

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  • Page 1 4-489-506-11(2) Digital HD Video Getting started Camera Recorder Recording/Playback Saving images Operating Guide Customizing your camcorder Others Please also refer to : http://www.sony.net/SonyInfo/Support/ HDR-PJ810/PJ810E/PJ820/PJ820E...
  • Page 2: Read This First

    Record the SAVE THESE serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers INSTRUCTIONS. whenever you call your Sony dealer DANGER - TO REDUCE regarding this product. THE RISK OF FIRE OR Model No. HDR- Serial No.
  • Page 3 • Refer all servicing to qualified • Be sure to charge the battery pack service personnel. Servicing is using a genuine Sony battery required when the apparatus has charger or a device that can charge been damaged in any way, such as the battery pack.
  • Page 4 (SAR). cause hearing loss. If you have any questions about this product, you may call: For Customers in the Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669). U.S.A. The number below is for the FCC related matters only. ...
  • Page 5 If Declaration of Conformity this equipment does cause harmful Trade Name: SONY interference to radio or television Model No.: HDR-PJ810 reception, which can be determined Responsible Party: Sony by turning the equipment off and on, Electronics Inc.
  • Page 6 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 inappropriate waste handling. The Japan recycling of the materials will help to For EU product compliance: Sony conserve natural resources. Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger In case of products that for safety, Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany...
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Charging the battery pack ..9 Refer to it for in-depth instructions on Turning the power on ....11 the many functions of the camcorder. Inserting a memory card ..12 Access the Sony Recording/Playback ... 13 support page. Recording ......... 13 http://www.sony.net/ Playback ........
  • Page 8: Getting Started

    Getting started Supplied items • Step Down Ring (1) The numbers in ( ) indicate the supplied quantity. To attach the Step Down Ring to the • Camcorder (1) camcorder, align the Step Down • AC Adaptor (1) Ring with the camcorder properly (), then turn it in the direction of the arrow until the Step Down Ring is locked in place ().
  • Page 9: Charging The Battery Pack

    Charging the battery pack Turn off your camcorder by closing the LCD monitor, retract the viewfinder, and attach the battery pack. Battery pack Pull out the Built-in USB Cable. Connect the AC Adaptor and the camcorder with the USB connection support cable, and connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket).
  • Page 10: Charging The Battery Using Your Computer

    • Turn off your camcorder before you remove the battery pack.  Charging the battery using your computer Turn off your camcorder and connect the camcorder to a running computer using the Built-in USB Cable.  To use your camcorder connected to the wall outlet (wall socket) Connect the camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) in the same way as “Charging the battery pack.”...
  • Page 11: Turning The Power On

    Turning the power on Open the LCD monitor of your camcorder and turn the power on. • You can also turn on the camcorder by pulling out the viewfinder. Following the instructions on the LCD monitor, select the language, the geographical area, Daylight Savings or Summer Time, date format, and the date and time.
  • Page 12: Inserting A Memory Card

    Inserting a memory card Open the cover, and insert the memory card until it clicks. Access lamp Insert the card with the notched corner in the direction as illustrated. • The [Preparing image database file. Please wait.] screen appears if you insert a new memory card.
  • Page 13: Recording/Playback

    Recording/Playback Recording Recording movies Open the LCD monitor, and press START/STOP to start recording. Power zoom lever • To stop recording, press START/STOP again. • You can record photos during movie recording by pressing PHOTO (Dual Capture). • In the default setting, movies are recorded with HD format and MP4 format simultaneously (Dual Video REC).
  • Page 14: Shooting Photos

    Shooting photos Open the LCD monitor and select [MODE]  (Photo). • You can also switch between (Movie) and (Photo) by pressing (Shooting Mode) button. Press PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus, then press it fully. Power zoom lever • When the focus is adjusted properly, AE/AF lock indicator appears on the LCD monitor.
  • Page 15: Playback

    Playback Open the LCD monitor and press the (View Images) button on the camcorder to enter the playback mode. Select to move the desired event to the center, and then select the part circled () in the figure. Switch Movie Format Remaining battery To the MENU...
  • Page 16: Playback Operations

    Select the image. Recorded time/ Event name number of photos To go back to the Event View Switch screen Image Type button Previous Movie Next Photo Change to the movie/photo Last played image recording mode  Playback operations Volume Previous/Next Delete Fast-reverse/Fast-forward Context...
  • Page 17: Viewing Images At A Larger Size

    Viewing images at a larger size Connecting the camcorder to a TV Connect the HDMI OUT jack of the camcorder to the HDMI IN jack of a TV using the HDMI cable supplied. Signal flow • If your TV does not have an HDMI jack, connect the Multi/Micro USB Terminal of the camcorder to the video/audio input jacks of the TV using an AV cable (sold separately).
  • Page 18: Saving Images

    Calendar discs network services  To download PlayMemories Home PlayMemories Home can be downloaded from the following URL. www.sony.net/pm/  To check the computer system You can check the computer requirements for the software at the following URL. www.sony.net/pcenv/...
  • Page 19: Connecting An External Media Device

    Connecting an external media device  External media device Connect an external media device to the Multi/Micro USB Terminal of your camcorder using VMC-UAM2 USB Adaptor Cable (sold separately). • Movies are copied with high definition image quality (HD).  Recorder without a USB jack Connect a recorder to the Multi/Micro USB Terminal of your camcorder using an AV cable (sold separately).
  • Page 20: Using The Wi-Fi Function

    NFC function is required. • The operation methods and display screens for the application are subject to change without notice by future upgrades. http://www.sony.net/pmm/  Android OS Install PlayMemories Mobile from Google play. • Android 4.0 or higher is required to use One-Touch functions (NFC).
  • Page 21 Notes Transferring MP4 movies and photos to your • Cancel the sleep mode or unlock the screen on the smartphone smartphone beforehand. • Make sure that is displayed  One-touch connection on the LCD monitor of the with an Android camcorder and the smartphone.
  • Page 22  Input the password Using your smartphone displayed on the camcorder as a wireless remote (first time only). commander You can record with the camcorder using your smartphone as a wireless remote commander. On your camcorder, select iPhone/iPad  [Camera/Mic]  Shooting Assist] ...
  • Page 23  Select the access point you want to register, enter the Install the dedicated password, then select software in your computer (first time only). Windows: PlayMemories Home www.sony.net/pm/ Mac: Wireless Auto Import http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/ Mac/ • If the software is already installed in your computer,...
  • Page 24: Customizing Your Camcorder

    Customizing your camcorder Using the menus Menu lists Select Shooting Mode Movie Photo Smth Slw REC Golf Shot Camera/Mic Manual Settings Select a category. White Balance Spot Meter/Fcs Spot Meter Spot Focus Exposure Focus IRIS Select a desired menu item. Shutter Speed AGC Limit AE Shift...
  • Page 25 Face Edit/Copy Face Detection Send to Smartphone Smile Shutter View on TV Smile Sensitivity Send to Computer Flash Delete Flash Protect Flash Level Copy Red Eye Reduction Direct Copy Microphone Setup Premium CloserVoice Media Settings My Voice Canceling Media Select Blt-in Zoom Mic Media Info Auto Wind NR...
  • Page 26 Power Save Initialize Demo Mode Clock Settings Date & Time Setting Area Setting You can set this item when you use a flash (sold separately). You can set this item when you use an external media device (sold separately). HDR-PJ810/PJ820 HDR-PJ810E/PJ820E...
  • Page 27: Others

    Others Precautions be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be a violation of the copyright AC Adaptor laws. Do not short-circuit the battery • Compensation for the content of terminal with any metallic objects. recordings cannot be provided, This may cause a malfunction. even if recording or playback is Playing back images with not possible due to a malfunction...
  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    All settings, including the clock unable to record movies or the setting, are reset. power may turn off automatically • Contact your Sony dealer or local to protect the camcorder. A authorized Sony service facility. message will be displayed on the...
  • Page 29: Specifications

    Focal length: Recording media (Movie/Photo): f= 2.9 mm - 34.8 mm (1/8 in. - Internal memory 1 3/8 in.) HDR-PJ810/PJ810E: 32 GB When converted to a 35 mm HDR-PJ820/PJ820E: 64 GB still camera Memory Stick PRO Duo media For movies SD card (Class 4 or faster) 26.8 mm - 321.6 mm...
  • Page 30 1/25 second (HDR-PJ810E/ Continuous projection time (when PJ820E)) using the supplied battery The unique pixel array of pack): Approx. 2 h. Sony’s ClearVid and the Wireless LAN image processing system (BIONZ-X) allow still image Supported standard: resolution equivalent to the IEEE 802.11 b/g/n...
  • Page 31: Rechargeable Battery

    rechargeable battery pack Estimated time of attached charging, recording, and Mass (approx.) 460 g (1 lb) main unit only playback using the 510 g (1 lb 1 oz) including the supplied battery pack supplied rechargeable battery pack Charging time (minutes) ...
  • Page 32 • Facebook and the “f” logo are • Memory Stick and trademarks or registered trademarks or registered trademarks of Facebook, Inc. trademarks of Sony Corporation. • YouTube and the YouTube logo • Blu-ray Disc™ and Blu-ray™ are are trademarks or registered trademarks of the Blu-ray Disc trademarks of Google Inc.
  • Page 33: Parts And Controls

     Built-in microphone  Multi interface shoe For details on compatible accessories of the Multi interface shoe, visit the Sony web site in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service  PROJECTOR IN jack (17) facility.
  • Page 34  To fasten the grip belt Wireless Remote Commander  Power zoom lever (13, 14)  PHOTO button (14)  Viewfinder lens adjustment lever  Eyecup  Viewfinder  POWER/CHG (charge) lamp  START/STOP button (13)  Battery pack (9) ...
  • Page 35 • Remove the insulation sheet before using the Wireless Remote Commander. Insulation sheet...
  • Page 36 Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. http://www.sony.net/ © 2014 Sony Corporation Printed in China...

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