User manual SONY HDR-CX11E

[. . . ] 3-876-057-13(1) Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide HDR-CX11E/CX12E For details on the advanced operations, please refer to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 2008 Sony Corporation Read this first Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. 3 meters (9. 8 feet). Notice If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart the application or disconnect and connect the communication cable (USB, etc. ) again. WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like. Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. [. . . ] EASY button Press EASY to display and most of the settings are set automatically for easy recording/playback. RESET button Press RESET to initialize all the settings including the clock setting. QUICK ON button/QUICK ON lamp When you press QUICK ON, the camcorder goes to sleep mode (power saving mode) instead of turning off. Your camcorder returns to recording standby in approximately 1 second. The power turns off automatically if you do not operate your camcorder for a certain period during sleep mode. Speaker NIGHTSHOT switch Set the NIGHTSHOT switch to ON ( appears) to record in dark places. Flash The flash will flash automatically depending on recording conditions in the default setting. Touch (HOME) (SETTINGS) [PHOTO SETTINGS] [FLASH MODE] to change the setting. MANUAL button You can display the [DIAL SETTING] screen with pressing and holding the manual button. CAMERA CONTROL dial You can use the menu item assigned on the [DIAL SETTING] screen. Tripod receptacle (Bottom surface) Attach a tripod (optional) to the tripod receptacle using a tripod screw (optional: the length of the screw must be less than 5. 5 mm (7/32 in. )). Connecting to the devices Active Interface Shoe 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. A/V Remote Connector/A/V OUT jack Connect with the component A/V cable or A/V connecting cable. (DISC BURN) button Create a disc by connecting the camcorder to a computer. 28). (USB) jack Connect with the USB cable. 1 Indicators displayed during recording/playback Recording movies HOME button Remaining battery (approx. ) Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or [REC] (recording)) Recording quality (HD/SD) and Recording mode (FH/HQ/SP/LP) Recording/playback media Counter (hour/minute/second) Approximate recording time remaining OPTION button DETECTION SET Recording/Playback/Saving images VIEW IMAGES button FACE DETECTION 5. 1ch surround recording Image size Approximate number of recordable still images and media/During still image recording Recording folder Return button Playback mode Currently playing movie number/ Number of total recorded movies Previous/Next button Video operation buttons Volume button Recording still images Viewing movies Viewing still images Currently playing still image number/ Number of total recorded still images Playback folder Slide show button Data file name VISUAL INDEX button 1 Indicators when you made changes Following indicators appear during recording/playback to indicate the settings of your camcorder. Upper left Upper right Bottom Indicator Meaning FACE DETECTION DETECTION SET Picture effect Digital effect Manual focus SCENE SELECTION Bottom Center Upper left Indicator Meaning AUDIO MODE Self-timer recording Flash, REDEYE REDUC BLT-IN ZOOM MIC MICREF LEVEL low WIDE SELECT Back light White balance SteadyShot off EXPOSURE/ SPOT METER AE SHIFT WB SHIFT TELE MACRO ZEBRA X. V. COLOR CONVERSION LENS Upper right Indicator Meaning Fader LCD backlight off Center Indicator Meaning Slide show set NightShot Super NightShot Color Slow Shutter PictBridge connecting Warning Tips Indicators and their positions are approximate and differ from what you actually see. The recording date and time is recorded automatically on the "Memory Stick PRO Duo. " They are not displayed while recording. However, you can check them as [DATA CODE] during playback. 0 Performing various functions - " " OPTION" You can display the menu screen by pressing (HOME) (or )/ (OPTION). For details on the menu items, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF) (p. 26). (HOME) HOME" and To see the explanation of the HOME MENU (HELP) Press (HOME) (or ). The bottom of (HELP) turns orange. (HOME) (OPTION) Using the HOME MENU You can change the operating settings for your convenience. Press (HOME) (or ) to display the menu screen. Menu items Touch the item you want to learn about. To apply the selected item, touch [YES]. Recording/Playback/Saving images Using the OPTION MENU The (OPTION) menu appears just like the pop-up window that appears when you right-click the mouse on a computer. [. . . ] When you use the LCD Cleaning Kit (optional), do not apply the cleaning liquid directly to the LCD screen. Use cleaning paper moistened with the liquid. Additional Information On handling the casing If the casing is soiled, clean the camcorder body with a soft cloth lightly moistened with water, and then wipe the casing with a dry soft cloth. Avoid the following to avoid damage to the finish: Using chemicals such as thinner, benzine, alcohol, chemical cloths, repellent, insecticide and sunscreen Handling the camcorder with above substances on your hands Leaving the casing in contact with rubber or vinyl objects for a long period of time 1 About care and storage of the lens Commander until it clicks. Wipe the surface of the lens clean with a soft cloth in the following instances: When there are fingerprints on the lens surface. In hot or humid locations When the lens is exposed to salty air such as at the seaside. [. . . ]