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Sony HDR-CX405 Operating Manual

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Operating Guide
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Refer to "Help Guide" for
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many functions of the camera.
http://rd1.sony.net/help/cam/1440/h_zz/
HDR-CX405/CX440/PJ410/PJ440
4-564-744-12(1)
Getting started
Recording/Playback
Saving images
Customizing your
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  • Page 1 4-564-744-12(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/1440/h_zz/ HDR-CX405/CX440/PJ410/PJ440...

  • 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: Regulatory Information

    Declaration of Conformity collection and recycling location Trade Name: SONY nearest you. Model No.: HDR-CX405, HDR- CX440, HDR-PJ440 For more information regarding Responsible Party: Sony recycling of rechargeable batteries, Electronics Inc. call toll free...
  • Page 5 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 the user is encouraged to try to Japan correct the interference by one or For EU product compliance: Sony more of the following measures: Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger – Reorient or relocate the receiving Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany antenna.
  • 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 (HDR- Access the Sony support CX440/PJ410/PJ440) ..21 page. Customizing your http://rd1.sony.net/help/cam/ camcorder ....26 1440/h_zz/ Using the menus .....

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    Getting started Supplied items 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. Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow, and open it. Insert the battery pack while pressing and holding the battery release lever. Battery pack Battery release lever Close the battery cover and slide it back securely.

  • Page 10: Charging The Battery Using Your Computer

    Connect the AC Adaptor and the camcorder with the USB connection support cable, and connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket). USB connection support cable AC Adaptor Built-in USB Cable Wall outlet (wall socket) • The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp turns orange. •...

  • Page 11: Turning The Power On

    Turning the power on Open the LCD monitor of your camcorder and turn the power on. Select the language, the geographical area, Daylight Savings or Summer Time, date format, and the date and time. Move the multi-selector towards /// to select the desired item, and then press the center of the selector to complete the selection.

  • 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 lens cover. 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) except when [ SteadyShot] is set to [Intelligent Active].

  • Page 15: Shooting Photos

    Shooting photos Open the lens cover. 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 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 Terminal of your camcorder using an AV cable (sold separately). Signal flow  Insert the battery pack to the camcorder. ...

  • Page 21: Using The Wi-Fi Function (Hdr- Cx440/Pj410/Pj440)

    • The Wi-Fi function described here is not guaranteed to work on all smartphones and tablets. http://www.sony.net/pmm/ • The Wi-Fi function of the camcorder cannot be used connected to a public wireless ...
  • 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 possible due to a malfunction of the camcorder, recording media, etc. • The camcorder is not dustproofed, AC Adaptor dripproofed or waterproofed. Do not short-circuit the battery • Do not let your camcorder get wet, terminal with any metallic objects. for example, from rain or sea water.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    [Airplane Mode]  [On]. All settings, including the clock Wireless LAN (HDR-CX440/ setting, are reset. • Contact your Sony dealer or local PJ410/PJ440) authorized Sony service facility. We assume no responsibility whatsoever for any damage caused by unauthorized access to, or...

  • Page 29: Specifications

    The capacity that a user can models)) use (Approx.) 7.76 GB The unique image processing 1 GB equals 1 billion bytes, a system of Sony’s BIONZ-X portion of which is used for allows still image resolution system management and/or equivalent to the sizes application files.
  • Page 30 During camera recording using LCD Input/Output connectors monitor at normal brightness: HDMI OUT jack: HDMI micro HDR-CX405/CX440: 2.1 W connector HDR-PJ410/PJ440: 2.2 W PROJECTOR IN jack (HDR-PJ410/ Operating temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C PJ440): HDMI micro connector (32 °F to 104 °F) USB jack: Type A (Built-in USB) Storage temperature: –20 °C to...

  • Page 31: Rechargeable Battery

     Trademarks Typical • Playback time (minutes) 210 AVCHD, AVCHD Progressive, AVCHD logotype and AVCHD Progressive logotype are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. • XAVC S and registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • Memory Stick and trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.
  • Page 32 • The terms HDMI and HDMI High- Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. • Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

  • Page 33: Parts And Controls

    Parts and controls Figures in ( ) are reference pages.  Speaker  Memory card slot (12)  Memory card access lamp (12)  HDMI OUT jack (18)  Power zoom lever (14, 15)  PROJECTOR IN jack (HDR-  PHOTO button (15) PJ410/PJ440) ...
  • Page 34  Tripod receptacle  Battery cover (9)  Battery release lever  Battery pack (9)  To fasten the grip belt...
  • 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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