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Sony HANDYCAM HDR-XR150 User Manual

Sony HANDYCAM HDR-XR150
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4-170-896-12(1)
Digital HD Video Camera Recorder
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2010 Sony Corporation
Operating Guide
US
Guía de operaciones
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HDR-CX110/CX150/XR150

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Sony HANDYCAM HDR-XR150 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeCamcorder
Sensor TypeCMOS
Optical Sensor Size1/4"
Image StabilizationOptical SteadyShot
Optical Zoom25x
Digital Zoom300x
DisplayLCD
Video Resolution1920 x 1080
Video FormatAVCHD
Storage MediaHDD
Internal Storage120 GB
Battery TypeLithium-ion
Sensor Size1/4"
Screen Size2.7 in
LCD Screen Size2.7 in
LCD Screen Resolution230400 pixels
Recording MediaHDD
Battery LifeApprox. 2 hours 15 minutes (NP-FV30)

Summary

Owner's Record

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read this first

Regulatory Information

Declaration of Conformity

Statement of compliance with FCC rules for specific models.

Supplied items

Using the camcorder

Instructions on how to hold the camcorder and avoid certain parts.

On recording

Notes on playing back

Information on AVCHD format compatibility and playback issues.

Discs recorded with HD image quality (high definition)

Specifics about AVCHD discs and their playback limitations.

Confirm the model name of your camcorder

Notes on optional accessories

Recommendation to use genuine Sony accessories.

About this manual, illustrations and on-screen displays

Explains how illustrations may differ from actual screen displays.

Notes on use

On the drop sensor (HDR-XR150)

Functionality of the drop sensor for protecting the hard disk.

Note on using the camcorder at high altitudes (HDR-XR150)

Warning about using the camcorder in low-pressure, high-altitude environments.

Operation flow

Getting started

Steps to prepare the power source and memory card.

Recording movies and photos

Steps for recording movies and taking photos.

Playing movies and photos

How to play back recorded content on the camcorder or TV.

Saving images

Methods for saving recorded content to external media.

Deleting movies and photos

How to free up space by deleting recorded files.

Saving images with an external device

Customizing your camcorder

How to adjust various settings and personalize the camcorder.

Additional information

Contains troubleshooting, precautions, and specifications.

Quick reference

Provides summaries of screen indicators, parts, and controls.

Getting started

Step 1: Charging the battery pack

Detailed instructions on how to charge the camcorder's battery pack.

To remove the battery pack

To use a wall outlet (wall socket) as a power source

Instructions for using the AC adapter with a wall outlet.

Charging the battery pack abroad

Information on charging the battery internationally.

Notes on the battery pack

Notes on the AC Adaptor

Important cautions and usage guidelines for the AC adapter.

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

To turn off the power

Changing the language setting

Instructions to change the on-screen display language.

Step 3: Preparing the recording media

Selecting the recording media for movies (HDR-CX150/XR150)

How to choose the media for movie recording on specific models.

Selecting the recording media for photos (HDR-CX150/XR150)

How to choose the media for photo recording on specific models.

To check the recording media settings

Inserting a memory card

Instructions on how to insert a memory card into the camcorder.

Dubbing or copying movies and photos from the internal recording media to memory card (HDR-CX150/XR150)

Recording/Playback

Recording

Basic instructions for starting the recording process.

To open the lens cover

How to open the camcorder's lens cover.

Open the LCD screen of your camcorder.

Recording movies

To stop recording

How to end a video recording session.

Data code during recording

Shooting photos

Playback on the camcorder

Playing movies

To adjust the sound volume of movies

Viewing photos

How to view individual still images.

Playing images on a TV

Connecting a TV using [TV CONNECT Guide]

Using the camcorder's guide for TV connection.

When you connect with HDMI cable

When you connect with A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO

Specifics for A/V cable with S-Video connections.

On “Photo TV HD”

Information about "Photo TV HD" compatibility.

Making good use of your camcorder

Deleting movies and photos

How to remove recorded files to free up media space.

Saving movies and photos with a computer

Preparing a computer (Windows)

System requirements and preparation for Windows computers.

When using a Macintosh

Step 2 Installing the supplied software “PMB”

Instructions for installing the Picture Motion Browser software.

Starting PMB (Picture Motion Browser)

Reading “PMB Help”

How to access the help documentation for PMB.

Selecting the method for creating a disc (computer)

Creating a disc with one touch (One Touch Disc Burn)

Importing movies and photos to a computer

Creating an AVCHD disc

Playing an AVCHD disc on a computer

How to play AVCHD discs on a computer using compatible software.

Creating a Blu-ray disc

Copying a disc

Editing movies

Basic movie editing functions like trimming.

Capturing photos from a movie

How to extract still images from video clips.

Saving images in external media (DIRECT COPY)

To save desired movies and photos

To play back images in the external media on the camcorder

Instructions to view content stored on external media via the camcorder.

Creating a disc with a DVD writer, recorder

Selecting the method for creating a disc

Choosing disc creation methods based on player compatibility.

Creating a disc with the dedicated DVD writer, DVDirect Express

To customize a disc with DISC BURN OPTION

To play back a disc on the DVD writer

To play back a disc on the ordinary DVD player

Playing back discs on standard DVD players.

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.

Customizing your camcorder

Using menus

How to navigate and use the camcorder's menu system.

Using MY MENU

Using the OPTION MENU

Menu lists

(MANUAL SETTINGS) category

Settings for manual control of scene conditions.

(SHOOTING SET) category

Settings for customizing shooting parameters.

(PHOTO SETTINGS) category

Settings related to capturing still photographs.

(PLAYBACK) category

Options for reviewing recorded media.

(EDIT) category

Tools for editing recorded video and photos.

(OTHERS) category

(MANAGE MEDIA) category

Functions for managing recording media.

(GENERAL SET) category

General system settings and configurations.

MANUAL SETTINGS

SCENE SELECTION

Selecting optimal settings for various shooting environments.

FADER

Applying fade effects for transitions between scenes.

WHITE BAL. (White balance)

SPOT MTR/FCS (Spot meter/focus)

SPOT METER (Flexible spot meter)

Adjusting exposure for subjects with high contrast.

SPOT FOCUS

Selecting and adjusting the focal point for off-center subjects.

EXPOSURE

Manually adjusting picture brightness.

FOCUS

TELE MACRO

Special mode for shooting small subjects with blurred backgrounds.

SMTH SLW REC (Smooth slow rec)

Recording fast actions in slow-motion.

SHOOTING SET

/ SET

Setting image quality for recording, playback, or editing.

REC MODE (Recording mode)

Selecting the mode for recording movies.

GUIDEFRAME

Displaying a frame to ensure horizontal or vertical subject alignment.

STEADYSHOT

CONVERSION LENS

Optimizing settings for attached conversion lenses.

LOW LUX

Recording bright images in low-light conditions.

FACE DETECTION

Automatically detecting and adjusting for faces.

PRIORITY SETTING

SMILE DETECTION

Automatically capturing photos when a smile is detected.

SMILE SENSITIVITY

Adjusting the sensitivity for smile detection.

AUDIO REC SET

Settings related to audio recording and microphone levels.

OTHER REC SET

DIGITAL ZOOM

Adjusting the maximum zoom level.

AUTO BACK LIGHT

Adjusting exposure for backlit subjects.

X.V.COLOR

Capturing a wider range of colors.

WIDE SELECT

Selecting aspect ratio for STD movies.

PHOTO SETTINGS

SELF-TIMER

Using the self-timer for photo capture.

IMAGE SIZE

Selecting the resolution for photos.

FILE NO. (File number)

Options for assigning file numbers to photos.

PLAYBACK

VISUAL INDEX

Displaying recorded images as thumbnails.

VIEW IMAGES

Accessing and viewing recorded images.

DATA CODE

Displaying recorded information like date and time.

EDIT

DELETE

Removing unwanted movies or photos.

SCENARIO ERASE

Erasing saved Highlight Playback scenarios.

PROTECT

Protecting media from accidental deletion.

DIVIDE

Splitting movies into scenes.

PHOTO CAPTURE

Capturing still photos from movie clips.

MOVIE DUB (HDR-CX150/XR150)

Dubbing movies to memory cards for specific models.

PHOTO COPY (HDR-CX150/XR150)

Copying photos to memory cards for specific models.

PLAYLIST EDIT

Editing playlists of recorded movies.

OTHERS

USB CONNECT

Connecting the camcorder to computers or other devices via USB.

TV CONNECT Guide

Using the guide for connecting to TVs.

MUSIC TOOL

Tools for managing music files.

BATTERY INFO

Checking battery status and information.

MANAGE MEDIA

Functions for managing recording media.

MEDIA FORMAT

To prevent data on the internal recording media from being recovered (HDR-CX150/XR150)

Securely erasing data from internal storage for data transfer or disposal.

GENERAL SET (Other setup items)

SOUND/DISP SET

Adjusting audio and display settings.

LCD BRIGHT

Adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen.

LCD BL LEVEL (LCD backlight level)

Adjusting the LCD screen's backlight brightness.

LCD COLOR

Adjusting the color intensity of the LCD screen.

DISPLAY SET

Setting the duration for displaying icons on the LCD screen.

OUTPUT SETTINGS

TV TYPE

Adjusting signal output based on the connected TV's aspect ratio.

COMPONENT

Settings for component video connections.

HDMI RESOLUTION

Selecting output resolution for HDMI connections.

STD CONTENTS

DISP OUTPUT (Display output)

Choosing where screen displays are output (LCD or TV).

CLOCK/ LANG

Settings for clock and language.

AREA SET

Adjusting time differences for local time settings abroad.

DST SET/SUMMERTIME

Setting daylight saving time.

LANGUAGE SET

Selecting the on-screen display language.

POWER SETTINGS

Configuring power management features like auto shut-off.

OTHER SETTINGS

DEMO MODE

Enabling or disabling the demonstration mode.

CALIBRATION

Calibrating the touch panel for accurate input.

DROP SENSOR (HDR-XR150)

Activating/deactivating the drop sensor for hard disk protection.

CTRL FOR HDMI (Control for HDMI)

Enabling control of the camcorder via TV remote through HDMI.

Additional information

Troubleshooting

Steps and guidance for resolving common camcorder issues.

Batteries/power sources

The power abruptly turns off.

Reasons why the camcorder might shut off unexpectedly.

LCD screen

Notes and troubleshooting for the camcorder's LCD screen.

Memory card

Operations using the memory card cannot be performed.

Solutions for when memory card functions fail.

Images stored on the memory card cannot be deleted.

Reasons and solutions for inability to delete images from memory cards.

The data file name is not indicated correctly or flashes.

Troubleshooting for corrupted file names.

Recording

Basic recording operations and troubleshooting.

The camcorder stops operating.

The subjects passing by the screen very fast appear crooked.

Explanation of the focal plane phenomenon causing crooked subjects.

Horizontal stripes appear on the images.

Troubleshooting for horizontal stripes in recorded images.

Black bands appear when you record a TV screen or computer screen.

Explanation for black bands when recording screens.

[LCD BL LEVEL] cannot be adjusted.

Reasons why LCD backlight level adjustment might be unavailable.

Magnification changes when the recording mode is switched.

How magnification is affected by recording mode changes.

Playback

Troubleshooting for playback issues.

Images cannot be played back.

Photos cannot be played back.

Reasons why photos might not play, especially after computer modification.

is indicated on an image on the VISUAL INDEX screen.

Meaning of the error icon indicating potential data damage.

is indicated on an image on the VISUAL INDEX screen.

Meaning of the error icon indicating a damaged image database file.

No sound or only a quiet sound is heard during playback.

Troubleshooting for audio issues during playback.

Playing back images stored on memory card on other devices

Issues with playing back media on external devices.

Editing movies/photos on your camcorder

Limitations and troubleshooting for editing functions.

Playback on the TV

Neither image nor sound is played on the connected TV.

Solutions for no image or sound when connected to a TV.

The top, bottom, right, and left edges of images are trimmed slightly on a connected TV.

Explanation of image trimming on TVs and how to use GUIDE FRAME.

The image appears distorted on the 4:3 TV.

Troubleshooting for distorted images on 4:3 TVs, especially when playing 16:9 content.

Black bands appear at the top and bottom of the screen of the 4:3 TV.

Explanation for black bands when playing 16:9 content on 4:3 TVs.

Dubbing/Connecting to other devices

Troubleshooting for dubbing and connecting to other devices.

Connecting to a Computer

Troubleshooting issues related to connecting to a computer.

Examples of functions that cannot be used simultaneously

Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators

Explains error codes and warning indicators on the LCD screen.

(Battery level warning)

(Warning indicator pertaining to battery pack temperature)

Indicators related to battery pack temperature issues.

(High temperature warning)

Warnings for high internal camcorder temperature.

(Low temperature warning)

Warnings for low internal camcorder temperature.

(Warning indicator pertaining to memory card)

Indicators related to memory card status and free space.

(Warning indicators pertaining to memory card formatting)

Indicators related to memory card formatting errors.

(Warning indicator pertaining to incompatible memory card)

Indicator for using an incompatible memory card.

(Warning indicator pertaining to camera-shake warning)

Indicator for unsteady camcorder operation.

(Warning indicator pertaining to drop sensor)

Indicator when the drop sensor is activated.

(Warning indicator pertaining to photo recording)

(Warning indicator pertaining to smile shutter)

Indicator for smile shutter function issues.

Description of warning messages

Explanations of various on-screen warning messages and their solutions.

Buffer overflow

Recovering data.

Camcorder's automatic data recovery process.

Cannot recover data.

Situations where data recovery fails.

This memory card is not formatted correctly.

Troubleshooting for incorrectly formatted memory cards.

Still picture folder is full. Cannot record still pictures.

Limitations on folder creation and recording when storage is full.

This memory card may not be able to record or play movies.

Issues with memory cards not supporting movie recording or playback.

This memory card may not be able to record or play images correctly.

Troubleshooting for memory cards with recording/playback errors.

Do not eject the memory card during writing.

Warning against removing memory cards during data writing.

Other

General limitations on selections and data protection.

Recording time of movies/number of recordable photos

Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack

Estimated recording and playback times with different battery packs.

Playing time

Estimated playback duration with fully charged battery packs.

Expected recording time of movies

Expected recording durations for movies based on internal memory and recording modes.

Memory card

Expected number of recordable photos

Using your camcorder abroad

Power supply

Information on using the camcorder with different power supplies abroad.

Viewing high definition image quality (HD) movies

Requirements for viewing HD movies on international TVs.

Viewing standard definition image quality (STD) movies

Requirements for viewing STD movies on international TVs.

On TV color systems

Explanation of TV color systems (NTSC, PAL, SECAM) and their usage by region.

Setting to the local time

World time difference

A chart showing time zones and corresponding area settings.

Maintenance and precautions

About the AVCHD format

Explanation of the AVCHD format and its specifications.

About the “Memory Stick” media

Details on using Sony's Memory Stick media with the camcorder.

On the “Memory Stick Duo” media adaptor

On image data compatibility

Information about image file compatibility with Memory Stick media.

About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack

To charge the battery pack

Instructions on how to charge the camcorder's battery.

About storage of the battery pack

About battery life

Factors affecting battery life and replacement indicators.

About x.v.Color

Explanation of the x.v.Color feature for enhanced color reproduction.

About handling of your camcorder

General guidelines for handling and caring for the camcorder.

On use and care

Important precautions for using and caring for the camcorder.

Moisture condensation

LCD screen

Handling and care for the LCD screen.

To clean the LCD screen

Instructions for cleaning the LCD screen.

On adjustment of the touch panel (CALIBRATION)

Steps to recalibrate the touch panel if input is inaccurate.

On trademarks

Notes on the License

On GNU GPL/LGPL applied software

Information about open-source software used in the camcorder.

Quick reference

Screen indicators

Detailed explanations of various icons and indicators on the camcorder screen.

Parts and controls

LCD screen/Touch panel

RESET button

How to reset the camcorder to its default settings.

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