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Sony Handycam HDR-CX160 User Manual

Sony Handycam HDR-CX160
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Sony Handycam HDR-CX160 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSony
ModelHandycam HDR-CX160
CategoryCamcorder
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Owner's Record

WARNING

Reduce fire or shock hazard; do not expose to rain or moisture.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Representative plug of power supply cord of countries/regions around the world

Europe

Lists countries in Europe with their respective voltage and plug types.

Asia

Lists countries in Asia with their respective voltage and plug types.

Read this first

CAUTION

Cautionary notes regarding battery pack handling and usage.

AC Adaptor

Instructions for using the AC adaptor safely and correctly.

RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES

Information on recycling lithium-ion batteries.

Regulatory Information

CAUTION

Warning against unauthorized changes or modifications to the equipment.

Note

Equipment tested and found to comply with Class B limits; potential interference.

Supplied items

Menu items, LCD panel, and lens

General notes on menu items, LCD screen characteristics, and lens precautions.

Using the camcorder

Instructions on how to hold the camcorder correctly.

On recording

Recommendation to format the memory card before first use.

Notes on playing back

Save all your recorded image data

Recommendations for saving image data to external media.

When the camcoder is connected to a computer or accessories

Warnings about formatting media or connecting devices.

If you cannot record/play back images, perform [Format]

Notes on use

Precautions regarding media handling and device operations.

Saving images with an external device

Selecting a method for saving images with an external device

Guide to choosing the correct external device saving method.

Saving images on an external media device

Detailed steps for saving images to external media.

Creating a disc with the DVD writer, DVDirect Express

Instructions for creating discs using DVDirect Express.

Customizing your camcorder

Using menus

Guide to navigating and using the camcorder's menu system.

Getting detailed information from the Handycam Handbook

How to access the detailed digital handbook for more information.

Additional information

Troubleshooting

Steps to resolve common issues with the camcorder.

Recording time of movies/number of recordable photos

Information on recording durations and photo capacity.

Precautions

Important safety and care guidelines for the camcorder.

Specifications

Technical details and features of the camcorder.

Quick reference

Screen indicators

Explains the meaning of various icons displayed on the screen.

Parts and controls

Identifies and describes the camcorder's physical buttons and components.

Getting started

Step 1: Charging the battery pack

Detailed instructions for charging the camcorder battery.

Getting started

Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time

Guide to powering on the camcorder and setting initial date/time.

Getting started

Step 3: Preparing the recording media

Steps to prepare the camcorder's recording media (internal memory/card).

Selecting recording media (HDR-CX160/CX180)

How to choose between internal memory and memory card for recording.

Recording/Playback

Recording

Basic steps to start recording movies and photos.

Recording/Playback

Recording movies

Step-by-step guide to recording movies.

To capture smiles

Information on Smile Shutter and Face Detection features.

Recording/Playback

Shooting photos

Step-by-step guide to taking still photos.

Recording/Playback

Playback on the camcorder

How to play back recorded movies and photos on the camcorder.

Recording/Playback

Playing images on a TV

Instructions for connecting the camcorder to a TV for playback.

Advanced operations

Deleting movies and photos

Steps to delete unwanted movies and photos to free up space.

Saving movies and photos with a computer

Saving movies and photos with a computer

Preparing a computer (Windows)

System requirements for preparing a PC to use the camcorder software.

Installing the supplied software PMB

Instructions for installing the PMB software.

Saving movies and photos with a computer

To disconnect your camcorder from the computer

Procedure for safely disconnecting the camcorder from the PC.

Saving movies and photos with a computer

Starting PMB (Picture Motion Browser)

How to launch the PMB software on the computer.

Uploading images to a network service

Using PMB Portable to upload images to online services.

Saving images with an external device

Selecting a method for saving images with an external device

Guide to choosing the correct external device saving method.

DVD writer other than DVDirect Express

Saving HD or STD movies onto discs with other DVD writers.

Hard disk recorder, etc.

Saving STD movies onto discs using hard disk recorders.

Saving images on an external media device

Devices that cannot be used as an external media device

Lists devices incompatible for use as external media.

Saving images with an external device

Saving desired movies and photos

How to save specific media from camcorder to external device.

Playing back images in the external media device on the camcorder

How to play back media stored on external devices via the camcorder.

Creating a disc with the DVD writer, DVDirect Express

Creating a disc with the DVD writer, DVDirect Express

Performing DISC BURN OPTION

Steps for performing disc burn operations.

Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc with a DVD writer, etc., other than DVDirect Express

Creating a standard definition image quality (STD) disc with a recorder, etc.

Saving images with an external device

Customizing your camcorder

Using menus

Guide to navigating and using the camcorder's menu system.

Operating menus

Procedures for setting menu items.

Customizing your camcorder

Menu lists

Lists and descriptions of menu categories and items.

Camera/Mic

Settings related to camera and microphone adjustments.

Manual Settings

Detailed manual settings for White Balance, Exposure, Focus, etc.

Camera Settings

Settings for Scene Selection, Fader, Self-Timer, etc.

Face

Settings related to Face Detection and Smile Shutter.

Microphone

Settings for Built-in Zoom Mic, Wind Noise Reduct., Micref Level.

Shooting Assist

Settings for Guide Frame and Display settings.

Customizing your camcorder

Image Quality/Size

Settings for REC Mode, Frame Rate, HD/STD, Wide Mode, x.v.Color, Image Size.

Playback Function

Settings for Event View, Highlight Movie, and Scenario.

Setup

General setup options like Media Settings, Playback Settings, Connection.

Media Settings

Settings for Media Select, Media Info, Format, File Number.

Playback Settings

Settings for Data Code, Volume, Download/Empty Music.

Connection

Settings for TV Type, Component, HDMI Resolution, CTRL FOR HDMI.

Customizing your camcorder

USB Connect

Settings for USB connection modes and compatibility.

General Settings

Settings for Beep, LCD Brightness, Auto Shut Off, Power On By LCD, Language, Calibration, Battery Info, Demo Mode.

Clock Settings

Settings for Date & Time and Area.

Getting detailed information from the Handycam Handbook

To install the Handycam Handbook on a Windows computer...

Steps to install the handbook on Windows PCs.

To view the Handycam Handbook...

How to open the installed handbook for viewing.

Additional information

Troubleshooting

Steps to resolve common issues with the camcorder.

The power does not turn on

Checks and steps if the camcorder fails to power on.

The camcorder does not operate even when the power is set to on

Troubleshooting steps for a camcorder that won't operate after power on.

The power abruptly turns off

Troubleshooting steps if the camcorder shuts down unexpectedly.

Pressing START/STOP or PHOTO does not record images

Steps to take if recording buttons are unresponsive.

Additional information

The recording stops

Troubleshooting steps if recording stops unexpectedly.

PMB cannot be installed

Troubleshooting steps if the PMB software fails to install.

The camcorder is not recognized by the computer

Troubleshooting steps if the computer doesn't detect the camcorder.

Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators

Explains error codes and warning indicators displayed on the screen.

Additional information

Recording time of movies/number of recordable photos

Information on recording durations and photo capacity.

Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack

Provides estimated recording and playback times based on battery type.

Additional information

Playing time

Approximate playback times with fully charged battery packs.

Expected recording time of movies

Detailed recording times for internal media and memory cards.

Memory card

Recording times for various memory card capacities and quality settings.

Additional information

Expected number of recordable photos

Number of photos that can be recorded on internal media and memory cards.

Tips

Tips on memory card usage, bit rate, pixels, and aspect ratios.

Precautions

On use and care

Guidelines for operating and maintaining the camcorder in various conditions.

LCD screen

Precautions regarding the LCD screen's pressure and appearance.

On handling the casing

Guidelines for cleaning and handling the camcorder's exterior.

Precautions

About care and storage of the lens

Instructions for cleaning and storing the camcorder lens.

Note on disposal/transfer of the camcorder (HDR-CX160/CX180)

Recommendations for data deletion and disposal of the camcorder.

Note on disposal/transfer of memory card

Recommendations for data deletion and disposal of memory cards.

Specifications

System

System details like signal format and movie recording formats.

Movie recording format

Specifications for AVCHD and MPEG2-PS formats.

Recording media (Movie/Photo)

Information on internal memory and memory card compatibility.

Lens

Details about the G lens, zoom capabilities, and filter diameter.

Input/Output connectors

Lists and describes the camcorder's input/output ports.

General

Power requirements, charging, and operating temperatures.

Specifications

AC Adaptor AC-L200C/AC-L200D

Specifications for the AC adaptor.

Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV50

Specifications for the rechargeable battery pack.

Quick reference

Screen indicators

Explains the meaning of various icons displayed on the screen.

Parts and controls

LCD screen/Touch panel

Describes the LCD screen and its touch panel functionality.

Quick reference

Power zoom lever

Identifies and describes the power zoom lever.

PHOTO button

Identifies and describes the PHOTO button.

CHG (charge) lamp

Identifies and describes the charging indicator lamp.

START/STOP button

Identifies and describes the START/STOP button.

Memory card access lamp

Identifies and describes the memory card access indicator.

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