Sony Handycam HDR-PJ650V Operating Manual
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Operating Guide
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HDR-PJ650E/PJ650V/PJ650VE/PJ660/PJ660E/PJ660V/PJ660VE
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Getting started
Recording/Playback
Advanced operations
Editing
Saving movies and photos
with a computer
Saving images on an external
media device
Customizing your camcorder
Others/Index
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- Page 1 Digital HD Video Table of contents Camera Recorder Getting started Recording/Playback Operating Guide Advanced operations Editing Saving movies and photos with a computer Saving images on an external Please also refer to : media device http://www.sony.net/SonyInfo/Support/ Customizing your camcorder Others/Index HDR-PJ650E/PJ650V/PJ650VE/PJ660/PJ660E/PJ660V/PJ660VE...
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Page 2: Read This First
Record the serial number a risk of electric shock to in the space provided below. Refer to these persons. numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the Model No. -
Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. ... - Page 4 Representative plug of power supply cord of countries/regions around the world. A Type B Type BF Type B3 Type C Type SE Type O Type (American (British Type) (British Type) (British Type) (CEE Type) (CEE Type) (Ocean Type) Type) The representative supply voltage and plug type are described in this chart. Depend on an area, Different type of plug and supply voltage are used.
- Page 5 Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type Thailand C/BF Vietnam Oceania Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type Australia New Zealand 230/240 North America Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type Canada Central America Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type Bahamas 120/240 Costa Rica Cuba 110/220 Dominican (rep)
- Page 6 Be sure to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that For more information can charge the battery pack. regarding recycling of Keep the battery pack out of the reach of small ...
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Page 7: Declaration Of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY equipment and receiver. Model No.: HDR-PJ650V Connect the equipment into an outlet on Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. - Page 8 This product has been manufactured by of this product. The recycling of materials or on behalf of Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 will help to conserve natural resources. For Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. more detailed information about recycling...
- Page 9 Never use the plug without the fuse cover. format for your camcorder. For details on the If you should lose the fuse cover, please signal format, refer to “How to use this manual” contact your nearest Sony service station. (p. 11). Television programs, films, video tapes, ...
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Page 10: Learning More About The Camcorder ("Handycam" User Guide)
(white, red, blue, or green in color) that appear constantly on the LCD screen. These points are normal results of the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way. Access the Sony support page. http://www.sony.net/SonyInfo/ Support/ Select your country or region. Black points... -
Page 11: How To Use This Manual
How to use this manual In this manual, the differences in the specifications for each model are described together. If you find the description “Models with ... ” like below, confirm in this chapter whether the description applies to your camcorder. ... -
Page 12: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Read this first..................2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. - Page 13 Editing Editing on your camcorder..............40 Deleting movies and photos..
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Page 14: Parts And Controls
Multi interface shoe, visit the Sony web site LCD screen/Touch panel (21, 23) in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or If you rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees, you localauthorized Sony service facility. can close the LCD panel with the LCD screen Operations with other manufacture’s... - Page 15 Memory card access lamp (24) Grip belt While the lamp is lit or flashing, the Loop for a shoulder belt camcorder is reading or writing data. Built-in USB Cable (19) Memory card slot (24) Multi/Micro USB Terminal (36) ...
- Page 16 When attaching the lens hood, align the opening section of the lens hood with the flash- emitting section of the camcorder properly. To remove the lens hood, turn the securing ring of the lens hood in the opposite direction from that of the arrow.
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Page 17: Getting Started
Notes The “PlayMemories Home” software and “PlayMemories Home Help Guide” can be downloaded from the Sony website (p. 43). USB connection support cable (1) The USB connection support cable is designed for use with this camcorder only. Use this cable when the Built-in USB Cable of the camcorder (p. -
Page 18: Charging The Battery Pack
Charging the battery pack Turn off your camcorder by closing the LCD screen, and attach the battery pack (be sure to store the viewfinder first). Align the indentation on the camcorder and projection on the battery pack, then slide the battery pack upwards. Battery pack Connect the AC Adaptor () and the power cord (mains lead) () -
Page 19: Charging The Battery Using Your Computer
You can charge the battery by connecting the Built-in USB Cable to a wall outlet (wall socket) using an AC-UD10 USB charger/AC Adaptor (sold separately). You cannot use a Sony CP- AH2R, CP-AL, or AC-UP100 portable power supply device (sold separately) to charge the camcorder. -
Page 20: Charging The Battery Pack Abroad
To remove the battery pack Close the LCD screen. Slide the BATT (battery) release lever () and remove the battery pack (). To use your camcorder continuously for a long time Connect the AC adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to your camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket). -
Page 21: Turning The Power On, And Setting The Date And Time
Turning the power on, and setting the date and time For information on your camcorder model, see the following page: Functions and equipment p.11 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder and turn the power You can also turn on the camcorder by ... - Page 22 To turn off the power Close the LCD screen or press the POWER button (p. 15). If the viewfinder is pulled out, retract the viewfinder as shown in the illustration on the right. On turning the camcorder on or off using the LCD screen or the viewfinder The power of the camcorder is turned on or off depending on the status of the LCD screen or the viewfinder.
- Page 23 To adjust the angle of the LCD panel First open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the 90 degrees (max.) camcorder (), and then adjust the angle (). 180 degrees (max.) 90 degrees to the camcorder To turn off the beep sound ...
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Page 24: Preparing The Recording Media
Preparing the recording media The recording media that can be used are displayed on the screen of your camcorder as following icons. Default recording medium Alternative recording medium Internal memory Memory card Notes You cannot select a different recording medium for movies and for photos. ... - Page 25 To eject the memory card Open the cover and lightly push the memory card in once. Notes To ensure stable operation of the memory card, it is recommended to format the memory card with your camcorder before the first use (p. 52). Formatting the memory card will erase all the data stored on it and the data will be irrecoverable.
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Page 26: Recording/Playback
Recording/Playback Recording For information on your camcorder model, see the following page: Functions and equipment p.11 In the default setting, movies and photos are recorded on the internal memory. Movies are recorded with high definition image quality (HD). Recording movies Open the LCD screen. -
Page 27: Shooting Photos
Shooting photos Open the LCD screen and select [MODE] (Photo). You can also switch between (movie)/ (photo) by pressing the MODE button. Press PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus, then press it fully. When the focus is adjusted properly, ... - Page 28 Screen indicators during recording Described here are icons for both movie recording and photo recording modes. Refer to the page in ( ) for details. STBY STBY 00:00:00 >9999 20.4M 16 : 9 MODE 5.1ch 5.1ch AUTO Zoom button (W: Wide/T: Telephoto), START/STOP button (in movie recording mode), PHOTO button (in photo recording mode) ...
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Page 29: Zooming
To record in mirror mode Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (), then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side (). A mirror-image of the subject appears on the LCD screen, but the image will be normal when recorded. -
Page 30: Playback
Playback For information on your camcorder model, see the following page: Functions and equipment p.11 You can search for recorded images by date and time of recording (Event View) or location of recording (Map View (models with GPS)). Open the LCD screen and press button on the camcorder to enter the playback mode. - Page 31 during playback, movies are played as fast as about 5 times about As you repeat selecting 10 times about 30 times about 60 times. Select during pause to play movies slowly. [Slideshow Set]. To repeat Slideshow, select ...
- Page 32 To play movies and photos from the Map View (Models with GPS) Switch to the Map View by touching MENU [Map View]. 1 1 2013 1 2 2013 2012 2013 H i g h l i g h t When you use the map data for the first time: ...
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Page 33: Advanced Operations
Advanced operations Recording images with various settings PS can be set only when the the [ Frame Rate] is set to [60p] (models with the NTSC For information on your camcorder model, color system) / [50p] (models with the PAL see the following page: color system). -
Page 34: Selecting The Suitable Setting Automatically For The Recording Situation
To record images brighter than those Selecting the suitable setting recorded using the Intelligent Auto automatically for the recording function situation (Intelligent Auto) [Camera/Mic] Select Your camcorder records movies after Manual Settings] [Low Lux]. selecting the most suitable setting for the subjects or the situation automatically. -
Page 35: Using The Manual Adjustment Features
Using the manual adjustment features It is convenient to make manual STBY adjustments using the MANUAL dial, Dial Setting Focus by assigning a menu item ([Focus] in the Exposure IRIS Shutter Speed default setting) to the MANUAL dial. AE Shift White Balance Shift RESET [MANUAL]: EXEC... -
Page 36: Recording Information On Your Location (Models With Gps)
Recording Playing images on a information on your location (Models with If you connect the camcorder to the HDMI input jack of a TV, the image quality viewed GPS) on the TV screen is high definition image quality (HD). And if you can connect the For information on your camcorder model, camcorder to the A/V input jack of a TV, see the following page:... -
Page 37: Enjoying 5.1Ch Surround Sound
HDMI output takes priority. By connecting Sony’s Photo TV HD- compatible devices using an HDMI cable Enjoying 5.1ch surround sound a whole new world of photos can be enjoyed in breathtaking HD quality. -
Page 38: Using The Built-In Projector
Using the built-in projector PROJECTOR FOCUS lever You can use a flat surface such as a wall as a screen to view recorded images using the built-in projector. The projected image is larger when the distance between your camcorder and the reflecting surface increase. - Page 39 To use the projector for your Using the projector shortens battery life (using the supplied AC Adaptor is computer or smartphone recommended). The following operations are unavailable while you are using the projector. Map operation (models with GPS) ...
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Page 40: Editing
Editing Editing on your camcorder 1 1 2013 1 2 2013 For information on your camcorder model, see the following page: Functions and equipment p.11 1 18 2013 1 19 2013 Delete Notes Some basic editing operations can be done on ... -
Page 41: Capturing A Photo From A Movie
Select the point where you want to divide the movie into scenes using , and then select A: Returns to the beginning of the selected movie B: Adjusts the capturing point with more precision If the movie was recorded with one of the following image quality levels, the A: Returns to the beginning of the selected image size will be set as shown below. -
Page 42: Saving Movies And Photos With A Computer
Create a movie disc Share images in “PlayMemories Online” “PlayMemories Home” can be downloaded from the following URL. www.sony.net/pm Notes An Internet connection is required to install “PlayMemories Home. ” An Internet connection is required to use “PlayMemories Online” and other online services. The services ... -
Page 43: Preparing A Computer (Windows)
[Run]. Microsoft Windows XP SP3 /Windows Vista /Windows 7 SP1/Windows 8 www.sony.net/pm Install according to the on-screen Intel Core Duo 1.66 GHz or faster, or Intel Core 2 Duo 1.66 GHz or faster (Intel Core instructions. 2 Duo 2.26 GHz or faster is required when... -
Page 44: Starting The "Playmemories Home" Software
Guide”) on the software or visit the separate files on a computer, however, the files PlayMemories Home support page (http:// will be handled properly by the import function www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/). and the playback function of the camcorder or the “PlayMemories Home” software. -
Page 45: Saving Images On An External Media Device
Saving images on an external media device Creating a standard definition image quality (STD) disc with Connect your camcorder to the recording device with an AV a recorder Cable (sold separately). Connect your camcorder to the input jacks Connect your camcorder to a disc recorder of the recording device. -
Page 46: Quality
Saving images on an external media device with high definition (HD) image quality USB Adaptor Cable VMC-UAM2 You can save movies and photos on an (sold separately) external media device (USB storage devices), such as an external hard disk drive. The following functions will be available after you have saved your images on an external media device. - Page 47 For details on available external media devices, device go to the Sony support website in your country/region. 1 Select [Play without copying.] in step 2. The number of scenes you can save on the ...
- Page 48 If your camcorder does not recognize the external media device, try the following operations. Reconnect the USB Adaptor Cable to your camcorder. If the external media device has the AC power cord (mains lead), connect it to the wall outlet (wall socket).
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Page 49: Customizing Your Camcorder
Customizing your camcorder Using menus The camcorder has various menu items To find a menu item quickly under each of 6 menu categories. The [Camera/Mic] and [Setup] menus have Shooting Mode sub-categories. Select the sub-category icon so that the LCD screen displays the list of Camera/Mic menus in the sub-category selected. -
Page 50: Menu Lists
Menu lists Shooting Mode Movie .......... Records movies. Photo ........... Shoots photos. Smth Slw REC ......Records smooth slow-motion movies. Golf Shot ........Divides two seconds of fast movement into frames which are then recorded as a movie and photos. Keep the subject in the white frame in the center of the screen when recording. -
Page 51: Playback Function
Face Face Detection ....Automatically detects faces. Smile Shutter ....Automatically takes a shot whenever a smile is detected. Smile Sensitivity .... Sets the smile detection sensitivity for the Smile Shutter function. Flash Flash ........Sets how the flash is activated when shooting photos. Flash Level ....... - Page 52 Edit/Copy Delete.......... Deletes movies or photos. Protect ........Protects movies or photos to avoid deleting. Copy ..........Copies images. Direct Copy ....... Copies images stored in the camcorder to some type of external media device. Setup Media Settings Media Select ....Selects the type of recording media (p. 24). Media Info ......
- Page 53 Battery Info ...... Displays the approximate remaining battery time. Power Save ...... Sets the LCD screen and the power so that they turn off automatically. Initialize ......Initializes all the settings to the default settings. Demo Mode ....Sets playback of the demonstration movie about the functions of the camcorder.
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Page 54: Others/Index
Your camcorder is recording the image you in order to investigate the problem. However, have just shot on the recording media. You your Sony dealer will neither copy nor retain cannot make new recording during this your data. period. -
Page 55: Self-Diagnosis Display/Warning Indicators
Quit “PlayMemories Home” and restart your your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony computer. service facility. In this case, when you contact them, give them all the numbers of The camcorder is not recognized by the computer. - Page 56 The recording medium is full. The battery pack is nearly used up. Photos cannot be recorded during processing. Wait for a while, then record. When set to the following, you cannot shoot The battery pack temperature is high. Change ...
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Page 57: Recording Time Of Movies/Number Of Recordable Photos
Recording time of movies/number of recordable photos The recording and playback time will be shorter, depending on the conditions under which you use your camcorder, such as when For information on your camcorder model, use your camcorder in low temperatures. see the following page: Functions and equipment ... -
Page 58: Memory Card
HDR-PJ660/PJ660E HDR-PJ660V/PJ660VE Standard definition image quality (STD) 22 h 20 h 55 min (22 h) (20 h 55 min) (unit: minute) Recording mode 16 GB 32 GB 64 GB [Standard (200) (410) (825) When using a Sony memory card. ... -
Page 59: Expected Number Of Recordable Photos
Notes Notes The recordable time may vary depending on The unique pixel array of Sony’s ClearVid and the recording and subject conditions and [REC the image processing system of Sony’s BIONZ Mode] and [ Frame Rate] (p. 51). -
Page 60: About Handling Of Your Camcorder
About handling of your camcorder MP4: Approx. 6 Mbps (average) 1,280 720 pixels/25p, 16:9 On use and care Standard definition image quality (STD): HQ: Approx. 9 Mbps (average) 720 576 The camcorder is not dustproofed, dripproofed pixels/50i, STD 9 M (HQ), 16:9/4:3 ... - Page 61 activated in such situations. In this case, an casing, unplug your camcorder and have it indicator appears on the LCD screen or the checked by a Sony dealer before operating it viewfinder. any further. Avoid rough handling, disassembling, ...
- Page 62 properly. In this case, replace the battery with separately) and the built-in flash at the same a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Use of another time. battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. When an external microphone (sold separately) ...
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Page 63: Lcd Screen
On handling the LCD screen Leaving the camcorder in contact with rubber or vinyl objects for a long period of time If you leave fingerprints, hand cream, etc. on the LCD screen, the coating of the LCD screen On handling the light-emitting part will come off easily. -
Page 64: Specifications
Specifications System However, even if the pre-installed Signal format: rechargeable battery is not charged, the NTSC color, EIA standards (HDR-PJ650V/ camcorder operation other than date PJ660/PJ660V) recording will not be affected. PAL color, CCIR standards (HDR-PJ650E/ PJ650VE/PJ660E/PJ660VE) HD TV Movie recording format: How to charge the pre-installed AVCHD (AVCHD format Ver.2.0 rechargeable battery... - Page 65 PJ660V) or 1/25 second (HDR-PJ650E/ Dimensions (approx.): PJ650VE/PJ660E/PJ660VE)) 67 mm 72.5 mm 134 mm (2 3/4 in. The unique pixel array of Sony’s ClearVid 2 7/8 in. 5 3/8 in.) (w/h/d) including the and the image processing system projecting parts (BIONZ) allow still image resolution 92 mm ...
- Page 66 “x.v.Color” and “x.v.Colour” are trademarks of Maximum output voltage: DC 8.4 V Sony Corporation. Output voltage: DC 6.8 V “BIONZ” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. Maximum charge voltage: DC 8.4 V is a registered trademark of ...
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Page 67: Products (Models With Gps)
LICENSE. If you do not agree to the terms of this LICENSE, SONY is unwilling to license the SOFTWARE to you. In such event, the SOFTWARE will not be available and you may not use the SOFTWARE. - Page 68 “AS IS” and without warranty of any of a sale or transfer of the PRODUCT, provided you kind and SONY, its affiliates, its and their respective retain no copies of the SOFTWARE, transfer all of the suppliers and SONY’s Licensors (in this section,...
- Page 69 Contracts for the International Sale of Goods, which EXTENT PERMITTED UNDER APPLICABLE is expressly excluded. Any dispute arising out of this LAW. SONY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY LICENSE shall be subject to the exclusive venue of CLAIM, DEMAND OR ACTION, IRRESPECTIVE...
- Page 70 Copyright and trademark information Japan 1993-2011 NAVTEQ 2012 ZENRIN CO., LTD. Australia Hema Maps Pty. Ltd, 2010. Copyright. Based on data provided under license from PSMA Australia Limited (www.psma.com.au). Product incorporates data which is 2010 Telstra Corporation Limited, GM Holden Limited, Intelematics Australia Pty Ltd, NAVTEQ International LLC, Sentinel Content Pty Limited and Continental Pty Ltd.
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Page 71: Screen Indicators
Screen indicators The following indicators appear when you Intelligent Auto (face detection/scene detection/ change the settings. See page 28 also for the camera-shake detection/ indicators that appear during recording or sound detection) (34) playing. Center Center Indicator Meaning Left Right Slideshow Set (31) Warning (55) - Page 72 Spot Meter/Fcs (50)/Spot Meter (50)/ Exposure (50) AE Shift (50) Shutter Speed (50) IRIS (50) Intelligent Auto (34) Data file name 101-0005 Protect (52) Flash (51)/Flash Level (51)/Red Eye Reduction (51) Indicators and their positions are approximate and may differ from what you actually see. Some indicators may not appear, depending on ...
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Page 73: Index
Index How to use this manual .....11 PlayMemories Home Help Symbols Guide ........17, 44 HQ ..........33 5.1ch surround sound ....37 Power on ........21 Projector ........38 Initialize ........54 AVCHD recording disc ..10, 33 PS ..........33 Initial setup ........21 Install ..........43 REC Mode ........33 Battery pack .........18 Intelligent Auto ......34 Recording ........26... - Page 74 Wall outlet (wall socket) ....20 Warning indicators .....55 Wind noise ........51 Windows ........43 Wireless Remote Commander ......16, 62 Zoom ..........29 You will find the menu lists on pages 50 to 53.
- 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/ 2013 Sony Corporation Printed in China ...