Sony HANDYCAM HDR-CX620 Operating Manual

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Digital HD Video
Camera Recorder
Operating Guide
"Help Guide" (Web manual)
Refer to "Help Guide" for
in-depth instructions on the
many functions of the camera.
http://rd1.sony.net/help/cam/1420/h_zz/
HDR-CX620/CX670/PJ620/PJ670
4-564-751-11(1)
Getting started
Recording/Playback
Saving images
Customizing your
camcorder
Others

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  • Page 1 4-564-751-11(1) Digital HD Video Getting started Camera Recorder Recording/Playback Saving images Operating Guide Customizing your camcorder Others “Help Guide” (Web manual) Refer to “Help Guide” for in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camera. http://rd1.sony.net/help/cam/1420/h_zz/ HDR-CX620/CX670/PJ620/PJ670...
  • 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 • 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 • Unplug this apparatus during the battery pack. lightning storms or when unused •...
  • Page 4  RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION If you have any questions about this BATTERIES product, you may call: Lithium-Ion batteries Sony Customer Information Center are recyclable. 1-800-222-SONY (7669). You can help The number below is for the FCC preserve our related matters only.
  • Page 5 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 communications. However, there is Japan no guarantee that interference will For EU product compliance: Sony not occur in a particular installation. If Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger this equipment does cause harmful Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany...
  • Page 6 This product has been tested and collection point for the recycling of found compliant with the limits set electrical and electronic equipment. out in the EMC regulation for using For all other batteries, please view the connection cables shorter than 3 section on how to remove the battery meters (9.8 feet).
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    ..........19 Refer to it for in-depth instructions on Connecting an external media the many functions of the camcorder. device ......... 20 Using the Wi-Fi function ..21 Access the Sony support Customizing your page. camcorder ....26 http://rd1.sony.net/help/cam/ 1420/h_zz/ Using the menus ..... 26 Others ......
  • Page 8: Getting Started

    Getting started Supplied items • “Operating Guide” (This manual) The numbers in ( ) indicate the supplied quantity. • Camcorder (1) • AC Adaptor (1) The shape of the AC Adaptor differs depending on the countries/ regions. • USB connection support cable (1) The USB connection support cable is designed for use with this camcorder only.
  • Page 9: Charging The Battery Pack

    Charging the battery pack Turn off your camcorder by closing the LCD monitor, 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. 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. Touch the button on the LCD monitor.
  • Page 12: Inserting A Memory Card

    Inserting a memory card Open the cover, and insert the memory card until it clicks. microSD memory card Memory Stick Micro™ (M2) media Printed Terminal surface • The [Preparing image database file. Please wait.] screen appears if you insert a new memory card. Wait until the screen disappears. •...
  • Page 13 Recording images in a format other than XAVC S Capacity (operation SD Speed Class verified) microSD memory card/ Class 4 or faster Up to 64 GB microSDHC memory card/ microSDXC memory card Memory Stick Micro (Mark2) – Up to 16 GB media...
  • Page 14: 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 AVCHD and MP4 format simultaneously (Dual Video REC).
  • Page 15: Shooting Photos

    Shooting photos Open the LCD monitor and select [MODE]  (Photo). 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 16: 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 To the MENU button (HD/...
  • Page 17: 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 18: 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 19: 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 20: Connecting An External Media Device

    Connecting an external media device How to connect the device  Recorder without a USB jack Connect a recorder to the Multi/Micro USB Terminal of your camcorder using an AV cable (sold separately). Signal flow  Attach the battery pack to the camcorder. ...
  • Page 21: Using The Wi-Fi Function

    • The Wi-Fi function described here is not guaranteed to work on all http://www.sony.net/pmm/ smartphones and tablets. • The Wi-Fi function of the  Android OS camcorder cannot be used...
  • Page 22 Touch the camcorder to the Transferring MP4 movies smartphone. and photos to your smartphone  One-touch connection with an Android supporting NFC On the smartphone, select [Settings], then, select [More...] to check that [NFC] is enabled. Notes • Cancel the sleep mode or unlock the screen on the smartphone beforehand.
  • Page 23  Return to Home, and start up Select the image you want to PlayMemories Mobile. transfer, and add , and  then select • The SSID and a password are displayed, and the camcorder is ready to be connected with the smartphone.
  • Page 24 If you know the SSID and software in your computer the password of your (first time only). wireless access point Windows: PlayMemories Home  On your camcorder, select www.sony.net/pm/  [Wireless]  Mac: Wireless Auto Import Setting]  [Access point http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/ settings]. Mac/ ...
  • Page 25 Start sending images from the camcorder to the computer.  Press the (View Images) button on your camcorder.  Select  [Wireless]  [ Function]  [Send to Computer]. • Images are automatically transferred to and saved on the computer. •...
  • Page 26: Customizing Your Camcorder

    Customizing your camcorder Using the menus Select Select a category. Number of the category which is displayed depends on the model. Select a desired menu item. Scroll the menu items up or down. • Select to finish setting the menu or to return to the previous menu screen.
  • Page 27: Others

    Others Precautions • The camcorder is not dustproofed, dripproofed or waterproofed. • Do not let your camcorder get wet, AC Adaptor for example, from rain or sea water. Do not short-circuit the battery If your camcorder gets wet, it may terminal with any metallic objects.
  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    All settings, including the clock battery cool enough, the power may setting, are reset. turn off again or you may be unable • Contact your Sony dealer or local to record movies. authorized Sony service facility. Deactivating wireless LAN (Wi-Fi, NFC, etc.) temporarily...
  • Page 29: Specifications

    The capacity that a user can The unique image processing use (Approx.): 31.2 GB system of Sony’s BIONZ-X 1 GB equals 1 billion bytes, a allows still image resolution portion of which is used for equivalent to the sizes system management and/or described.
  • Page 30 USB connection is only for output (For +60 °C (–4 °F to +140 °F) customers in Europe). Dimensions (approx.): HDR-CX620/CX670: 57.5 mm × 66.5 mm × 121 mm LCD monitor (2 1/4 in. × 2 5/8 in. × 4 7/8 in.) Picture: 7.5 cm (3.0 type, aspect ratio...
  • Page 31: Rechargeable Battery

    • AVCHD, AVCHD Progressive, AVCHD subject to change without notice. logotype and AVCHD Progressive logotype are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. Estimated time of • XAVC S and charging, recording, and registered trademarks of Sony playback using the Corporation.
  • Page 32 • Intel, Intel Core, and Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries. • microSDXC logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. • Android, Google Play are trademarks of Google Inc. • iOS is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc.
  • Page 33: Parts And Controls

     Power zoom lever (14, 15)  PHOTO button (15)  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 facility.
  • Page 34   PROJECTOR IN jack (18) (HDR- To fasten the grip belt PJ620/PJ670)  POWER/CHG (charge) lamp  START/STOP button (14)  Battery pack (9)  DC IN jack  Loop for a shoulder belt  Grip belt  Built-in USB Cable (9) ...
  • 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/ © 2015 Sony Corporation Printed in China...

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