Sony HD-RCX300 User Manual

4-171-504-12(1)Digital HD Video Camera Recorderˏ 2010 Sony CorporationOperating GuideUSGuía de operacionesESHDR-CX300/CX350/CX350V/ CX370/XR350/XR350V

10USNotes on battery pack/AC AdaptorBe sure to remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor after turning off the camcorder.Disconnect the AC Adaptor fro

22GBTipsSee page 96 on the recordable time of movies.You can record photos during movie recording by pressing PHOTO fully (Dual Rec, p. 27).When a fac

23Recording/PlaybackGB Press PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus, then press it fully.You can record photos also by touching on the LCD screen.Wh

24GBUseful functions for recording movies and photosZoomingYou can magnify images up to 17 times the original size with the power zoom lever. You can

25Recording/PlaybackGBCamera-shake detection (Walk), (Tripod)The camcorder detects whether camera-shake occurs or not, and makes the optimum compens

26GBof the media is changed depending on recording mode.  Touch (MENU)  [Show others]  [ REC MODE] (under [SHOOTING SET] category). Touch a

27Recording/PlaybackGBNotesThe face you touched may not be detected, depending on the surrounding brightness or hairstyle of the subject. In this case

28GBPlayback on the camcorderIn the default setting, movies and photos that are recorded on the following recording media are played.HDR-CX300E/CX305E

29Recording/PlaybackGB/ : Displays the previous/next movie. Returns to the recording screen.*  is displayed when  is touched. appears when the s

30GBTo adjust the sound volume of moviesWhile playing back movies, touch  adjust with /  .You can also adjust the sound volume by using / in

31Recording/PlaybackGBUseful functions for playing movies and photosSearching for desired images by date (Date Index)You can search for desired images

11USNotes on useDo not do any of the following. Otherwise, the recording media may be damaged, recorded images may be impossible to play back or may b

32GBTipsYou can also display the Film Roll Index by touching (MENU)  [Show others]  [VIEW IMAGES] (under [PLAYBACK] category)  [FILM ROLL].Search

33Recording/PlaybackGBTo stop Highlight PlaybackTo pause, touch .To stop, touch or .To change the settings for Highlight PlaybackAfter touching [ H

34GBTo erase the saved Highlight Playback scenarioTouch (MENU)  [Show others]  [SCENARIO ERASE] (under [EDIT] category)  [ERASE] and select a s

35Recording/PlaybackGBPlaying back a series of photos (Slide show)Touch on the photo playback screen.The slide show begins from the selected photo.T

36GBPlaying images on a TVConnection methods and the image quality (high definition (HD) or standard definition (STD)) viewed on the TV screen differ

37Recording/PlaybackGBTypes of connection cables between your camcorder and TV Connecting to a high definition TVComponent A/V Cable (supplied)HDMI Ca

38GBNotesWhen you play back standard definition image quality (STD) movies on a 4:3 TV that is not compatible with the 16:9 signal, record movies with

Making good use of your camcorder39GBMaking good use of your camcorderDeleting movies and photosYou can free media space by deleting movies and photos

40GBProtecting recorded movies and photos (Protect)Protect movies and photos to avoid deleting them by mistake.TipsYou can protect movies and photos o

41Making good use of your camcorderGBTo undo the protection of movies and photosTouch the movie or photo marked with  in step 3. disappears.To prote

12USOperation flowGetting started (p. 15)Prepare the power source and memory card.Recording movies and photos (p. 23)Recording movies  p. 24 Changin

42GBCapturing a photo from a movie1 Touch (MENU)  [Show others]  [PHOTO CAPTURE] (under [EDIT] category).The [PHOTO CAPTURE] screen appears.2

43Making good use of your camcorderGB5 Touch  .NotesThe image size is fixed depending on the image quality of the movie:[ 2.1M] with high defini

44GB Touch  [YES]   .TipsTo check the dubbed movies after dubbing is finished, select [MEMORY CARD] on [MOVIE MEDIA SET] and play them back

45Making good use of your camcorderGB Select the photo to be copied.[COPY by select]: Touch the photo to be copied, and mark with . You can select

46GBPlaying the Playlist Touch (MENU)  [Show others]  [PLAYLIST] (under [PLAYBACK] category).Movies added to the Playlist appear. Touch the

47Making good use of your camcorderGB Touch  [YES]   .TipsEven if you erase a movie from a Playlist, the original movie is not deleted.To chan

48GBThe GPS switch is set to ON in the default setting. Movies and photos will be recorded with location information. When your camcorder cannot acqui

49Making good use of your camcorderGBAcquiring the current location informationYou can display the current location on a map. Set the GPS switch to ON

50GBTipsYou can also display the Map Index by touching (MENU)  [Show others]  [VIEW IMAGES] (under [PLAYBACK] category)  [MAP].You can also searc

51Making good use of your camcorderGBAdjusting the clock and the area automatically (AUTO CLOCK ADJ/AUTO AREA ADJ)Your camcorder can maintain accurate

13Table of contentsUSTable of contentsIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ... 3Read this first ...

52GBSaving images with an external deviceSaving images in external media (DIRECT COPY)You can save movies and photos on external media (USB storage d

53Saving images with an external deviceGB6 After the operation is completed, touch on the camcorder screen.NotesThe number of scenes you can save

54GBwhere the external media is connected with [Settings].NotesThe Date Index and Map Index (HDR-CX350VE/XR350VE) of photos cannot be displayed.If you

55Saving images with an external deviceGBOrdinary DVD devicePlayerDVD playerComputer that can play DVDs, etc.Creating deviceDVD writer, DVDirect Expre

56GB Insert an unused disc into the DVD writer, and close the disc tray.The [DISC BURN] screen appears on the camcorder screen. Press (DISC BUR

57Saving images with an external deviceGB Touch  [YES] on the camcorder screen.To create another disc of the same contents, insert a new disc and

58GBTo play back a disc on the ordinary DVD playerSelect the standard image quality (STD) on the screen to select the image quality of the disc to be

59Saving images with an external deviceGB Disconnect the USB cable.Creating a standard definition image quality (STD) disc with a recorder, etc.You

60GB Start playback on your camcorder, and record it on the recording device.Refer to the instruction manuals supplied with your recording device f

Customizing your camcorder61GBCustomizing your camcorderUsing menusUsing the menus, you can perform useful functions and change various settings. If y

14USSaving images with an external deviceSaving images in external media (DIRECT COPY) ... 47Creating a disc w

62GBNotesYou may not be able to set some menu items, depending on the recording or playback conditions.Grayed out menu items or settings are not avail

63Customizing your camcorderGBUsing the OPTION MENUThe OPTION MENU appears just like the pop-up window that appears when you right-click the mouse o

64GBMenu lists (MANUAL SETTINGS) categorySCENE SELECTION 66FADER 66WHITE BAL. 67SPOT MTR/FCS 68SPOT METER 68SPOT FOCUS 68EXPOSURE 68FOCUS 69TE

65Customizing your camcorderGB (OTHERS) categoryYOUR LOCATION*1 49USB CONNECTUSB CONNECT*2 58USB CONNECT*3 58USB CONNECT 58DISC BURN Operating Gu

66GB MANUAL SETTINGS (Items to adjust for scene condition)See “Using menus” (p. 61) on the operation.The default settings are marked with .SCENE SEL

67Customizing your camcorderGBWHITE FADERFades in/out with the white effect.Out InBLACK FADERFades in/out with the black effect.Out InTo cancel the fa

68GBfrom inside the house, or vice versa, you need to redo the [ONE PUSH] procedure to readjust the white balance.SPOT MTR/FCS (Spot meter/focus)You c

69Customizing your camcorderGBFOCUSYou can adjust the focus manually. You can select this function also when you want to focus on a certain subject in

70GBOn the [GOLF SHOT] screen, frame the subject in the white guide frame in the center of the screen, then press START/STOP. The 0.5 second point bef

71Customizing your camcorderGB SHOOTING SET (Items for customized shooting)See “Using menus” (p. 61) on the operation.The default settings are marked

Getting started15USGetting startedStep 1: Charging the battery packHDR-CX300/CX350/CX350V/CX370HDR-XR350/XR350VBattery pack/CHG (flash/charge) lampAC

72GBNotesThe built-in flash is not flashed when [CONVERSION LENS] is set to other than [OFF], you cannot also set [FLASH MODE] (p. 75).LOW LUXYou can

73Customizing your camcorderGBNotesSmiles may not be detected depending on recording conditions, subject conditions, and the setting of your camcorder

74GB PHOTO SETTINGS (Items for recording photos)See “Using menus” (p. 61) on the operation.The default settings are marked with .SELF-TIMERPress PHO

75Customizing your camcorderGBSTEADYSHOTYou can compensate for camera shake.Set [STEADYSHOT] to [OFF] ( ) when using a tripod (sold separately), then

76GB PLAYBACK (Items for playback)See “Using menus” (p. 61) on the operation.VISUAL INDEXSee page 28.VIEW IMAGES DATE INDEXSee page 31. MAP (HDR-C

77Customizing your camcorderGBOFFData code is not displayed.DATE/TIMEDisplays the date and time.CAMERA DATADisplays camera setting data.COORDINATES*D

78GB EDIT (Items for editing)See “Using menus” (p. 61) on the operation.DELETESee page 39.SCENARIO ERASESee page 34.PROTECTSee page 40.DIVIDESee page

79Customizing your camcorderGB MANAGE MEDIA (Items for recording media)See “Using menus” (p. 61) on the operation.MEDIA SETTINGSSee page 17.MEDIA INF

80GBor [EMPTY] when you use the camcorder next time.REPAIR IMG.DB F.See page 89, 94. GENERAL SET (Other setup items)See “Using menus” (p. 61) on the

81Customizing your camcorderGBIf you open the LCD panel 180 degrees to face the screen outside and close the LCD panel to the camcorder body, the sett

16USYou can charge the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (V series) after attaching it to your camcorder.NotesYou cannot attach any “InfoLITHIUM” battery pac

82GB COMPONENTSelect [COMPONENT] when connecting your camcorder to a TV with the component input jack.576iSelect this when connecting your camcorder

83Customizing your camcorderGB SUMMERTIMEYou can change this setting without stopping the clock. Set to [ON] to move the time forward 1 hour.OFFDoes

84GBTipsWhen you set this item to [ON] and touch , the demonstration starts playing.The demonstration will be suspended:When you press START/STOP or P

Additional information85GBAdditional information TroubleshootingIf you run into any problems using your camcorder, follow the steps below. Check the

86GBThe menu settings have changed automatically.The following menu items return to the default settings in more than 12 hours after you close the LCD

87Additional informationGBThe remaining battery time indicator does not indicate the correct time.The ambient temperature is too high or too low. This

88GBThe temperature of your camcorder is extremely high. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place.The temperature of your camc

89Additional informationGBSteadyShot does not function.Set [ STEADYSHOT] to [ACTIVE] or [STANDARD], [STEADYSHOT] to [ON] (p. 71, 75).Even if [STEADYSH

90GBSound is quiet when the LCD screen is closed facing out. Open the LCD screen.When you record sound with [MICREF LEVEL] (p. 73) set to [LOW], the r

91Additional informationGBThe image appears distorted on the 4:3 TV.This happens when viewing an image recorded in the 16:9 (wide) mode on a 4:3 TV. S

17Getting startedUSTo use a wall outlet (wall socket) as a power sourceMake the same connections as “Step 1: Charging the battery pack.” Even if the b

92GBCannot use Because of following settings[PRIORITY SETTING]/ [SMILE DETECTION]/ [SMILE SENSITIVITY][GOLF SHOT], [SMTH SLW REC], [DIGITAL ZOOM], [SP

93Additional informationGB (Warning indicator pertaining to memory card)Slow flashingFree spaces for recording images are running out. For the type of

94GBDescription of warning messagesIf messages appear on the screen, follow the instructions.Recording media Internal memory format error. HDD format

95Additional informationGB Reinsert the memory card.Reinsert the memory card a few times. If even then the indicator flashes, the memory card could be

96GBRecording time of movies/number of recordable photos“HD” stands for high definition image quality, and “STD” stands for standard image quality.Exp

97Additional informationGBStandard definition image quality (STD) in h (hour) and m (minute)Recording mode Recording time[STD HQ] 3 h 55 mHDR-CX350E/C

98GBMemory cardHigh definition image quality (HD)(unit: minute)AVC HD 24M (FX)AVC HD 17M (FH)AVC HD 9M (HQ)AVC HD 5M (LP)1GB 5(5)6(6)10(9)20(15)2GB 10

99Additional informationGBLP: Approx. 5Mbps (average) 1,440  1,080 pixels/16:9Standard definition image quality (STD):HQ: Approx. 9Mbps (average) 720

100GBUsing your camcorder abroadPower supplyYou can use your camcorder in any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder with

101Additional informationGBSetting to the local timeYou can easily set the clock to the local time by setting a time difference when using your camcor

18USStep 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time1 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder.Your camcorder is turned on and the lens cover

102GBMaintenance and precautionsAbout the AVCHD formatWhat is the AVCHD format?The AVCHD format is a high definition digital video camera format used

103Additional informationGBin places where radio signals are blocked or reflected, such as a shadowy place surrounded by buildings or trees, etc. Use

104GBAustria© Bundesamt für Eich- und VermessungswesenCroatia, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland and Slovenia© EuroGeographicsFrancesource: Géoroute®

105Additional informationGBmedia near magnets or magnetic fieldsIt is recommended that you make a back-up of important data on the hard disk of a comp

106GBThe “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack calculates the power consumption according to the operating conditions of your camcorder, and displays the remaini

107Additional informationGBAbout x.v.Colorx.v.Color is a more familiar term for the xvYCC standard proposed by Sony, and is a trademark of Sony.xvYCC

108GBconditioned car or room into a hot place outside.You use your camcorder after a squall or a shower.You use your camcorder in a hot and humid plac

109Additional informationGBOn charging the pre-installed rechargeable batteryYour camcorder has a pre-installed rechargeable battery to retain the dat

110GBSDHC logo is a trademark. MultiMediaCard is a trademark of MultiMediaCard Association.All other product names mentioned herein may be the tradema

111Additional informationGBOn GNU GPL/LGPL applied softwareThe software that is eligible for the following GNU General Public License (hereinafter ref

19Getting startedUSNotesThe date and time does not appear during recording, but they are automatically recorded on the recording media, and can be dis

112GBQuick referenceScreen indicatorsUpper leftIndicator MeaningMENU button (61)Self-timer recording (74)GPS tracking status (48) Flash (75)

113Quick referenceGBParts and controlsFigures in ( ) are reference pages.HDR-CX300E/CX305E/CX350E/CX350VE/CX370EHDR-XR350E/XR350VE Active Interface S

114GBremove an accessory, loosen the screw, and then press down and pull out the accessory.When you open or close the shoe cover, slide it as indicate

115Quick referenceGB START/STOP button (20) DC IN jack (12) A/V Remote Connector (36) Grip belt (20) Hook for a shoulder belt Tripod receptacleA

116GB SCAN/SLOW buttons (29) / (Previous/Next) buttons (29) PLAY button STOP button DISPLAY button (21) Transmitter START/STOP button (20) P

117Quick referenceGBIndexDDATA CODE ...16, 76DATE/TIME...16, 77Date Index ...

118GBMUSIC TOOL ...78MY MENU ...62MY MENU SETTING ...62OONE PUSH ...

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2USOwner’s RecordThe model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers

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Recording/Playback23USRecording/PlaybackRecordingIn the default setting, movies are recorded with high definition image quality (HD) on the following

24USRecording moviesPress START/STOP to start recording.You can start recording also by touching  in the bottom left of LCD screen.To stop recording,

25Recording/PlaybackUSIt will take several seconds until you can start recording after you turn on the camcorder. You cannot operate your camcorder du

26USShooting photosIn the default setting, photos are recorded on the following recording media.HDR-CX300/CX350/CX350V/CX370: Internal memoryHDR-XR350

27Recording/PlaybackUSIf white circular spots appear on photosThis is caused by particles (dust, pollen, etc.) floating close to the lens. When they a

28USPlayback on the camcorderIn the default setting, movies and photos that are recorded on the following recording media are played.HDR-CX300/CX350/C

29Recording/PlaybackUS/ : Displays the previous/next movie. Returns to the recording screen.*  is displayed when  is touched. appears when the s

3USIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSSAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS.Re

30USTo adjust the sound volume of moviesWhile playing back movies, touch  adjust with /  .You can also adjust the sound volume by using / in

31Recording/PlaybackUSPlaying images on a TVConnection methods and the image quality (high definition (HD) or standard definition (STD)) viewed on the

32US Play back movies and photos on your camcorder (p. 28).Types of connection cables between your camcorder and TV Connecting to a high definition

33Recording/PlaybackUSWhen you connect with A/V connecting cable with S VIDEOWhen the S VIDEO plug (S VIDEO channel) is connected, audio signals are n

34USMaking good use of your camcorderDeleting movies and photosYou can free media space by deleting movies and photos from recording media.NotesYou ca

35Making good use of your camcorderUSTo delete all the movies/photos recorded on the same day at one timeNotesYou cannot delete photos on memory card

36USSaving movies and photos with a computerPreparing a computer (Windows)You can perform following operations using “PMB (Picture Motion Browser).”I

37Saving movies and photos with a computerUS*1 Standard installation is required. Operation is not assured if the OS has been upgraded or in a multi-b

38US" Turn on your camcorder, then connect the camcorder to the computer using the supplied USB cable.The [USB SELECT] screen appears on the cam

39Saving movies and photos with a computerUSNotesTo create discs or use other functions on Windows XP, Image Mastering API v2.0 for Windows XP should

4USRepresentative plug of power supply cord of countries/regions around the world.A Type (American Type)B Type (British Type)BF Type (British Type)B3

40USSelecting the method for creating a disc (computer)Several methods for creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc or a standard definition

41Saving movies and photos with a computerUSDiscs you can use with “PMB”You can use 12 cm discs of following type with “PMB.” For Blu-ray disc, see pa

42USCreating a disc with one touch (One Touch Disc Burn)Movies and photos recorded on your camcorder that have not yet been saved with One Touch Disc

43Saving movies and photos with a computerUSImporting movies and photos to a computerMovies and photos recorded on your camcorder can be imported to a

44USCreating an AVCHD discYou can create an AVCHD disc by putting together high definition image quality (HD) movies previously imported to your compu

45Saving movies and photos with a computerUSCreating a Blu-ray discYou can create a Blu-ray disc with a high definition image quality (HD) movie previ

46US4 At the top of the window, click  [Create DVD-Video Format Discs (STD)].The window used to select movies appears.To add movies to the previous

Saving images with an external device47USSaving images with an external deviceSaving images in external media (DIRECT COPY)You can save movies and ph

48US6 After the operation is completed, touch on the camcorder screen.NotesThe number of scenes you can save on the external media are as follows. H

49Saving images with an external deviceUSTo play back images in the external media on the camcorder Touch [Play without copying.] in step 5 above.The

5USCountries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug typeVietnam 220 50 A/COceaniaCountries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug typeAustralia 240 50 ONew

50USCreating a disc with the dedicated DVD writer, DVDirect ExpressYou can create a disc or play back the images on a created disc by using the dedica

51Saving images with an external deviceUS Insert an unused disc into the DVD writer, and close the disc tray.The [DISC BURN] screen appears on the c

52USTo play back a disc on the DVD writer Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to the DC IN jack of your camcorder and the wall ou

53Saving images with an external deviceUSTo play back a disc on the ordinary DVD playerSelect the standard image quality (STD) on the screen to select

54UScable. Connect the white and red plug (left/right audio) and the S VIDEO plug (S VIDEO channel) of the A/V connecting cable with an S VIDEO cable.

55Saving images with an external deviceUS Connect your camcorder to the recording device (a disc recorder, etc.) with the A/V connecting cable - (su

56USCustomizing your camcorderUsing menusUsing the menus, you can perform useful functions and change various settings. If you make good use of menu o

57Customizing your camcorderUSNotesYou may not be able to set some menu items, depending on the recording or playback conditions.Grayed out menu items

58USUsing the OPTION MENUThe OPTION MENU appears just like the pop-up window that appears when you right-click the mouse on a computer. When is dis

59Customizing your camcorderUSMenu lists (MANUAL SETTINGS) categorySCENE SELECTION ... Selects an appropriate recording setting accordi

6USRead this firstBefore operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.CAUTIONBattery packIf the battery

60US (PHOTO SETTINGS) categorySELF-TIMER ... Sets the self-timer when your camcorder is in photo recording mode.IMAGE SIZE ...

61Customizing your camcorderUSPHOTO COPYCOPY by select ... Selects photos and copy.COPY by date ... Copies all photos of a

62US (GENERAL SET) categorySOUND/DISP SETVOLUME ... Adjusts the volume of playback sound (p. 30).BEEP ...

63Customizing your camcorderUSGetting detailed information from the “Handycam” HandbookThe “Handycam” Handbook is a user guide designed to be read on

64USAdditional information TroubleshootingIf you run into any problems using your camcorder, follow the steps below. Check the list (p. 64 to 66), a

65Additional informationUSThe recording stops.The temperature of your camcorder is extremely high/low. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a whil

66USThe Image Database File is damaged. Check the data base file by touching (MENU)  [Show others]  [REPAIR IMG.DB F.] (under [MANAGE MEDIA] categ

67Additional informationUSHandling the camcorder with above substances on your handsLeaving the casing in contact with rubber or vinyl objects for a l

68US(See “Getting detailed information from the “Handycam” Handbook” on page 63.) to prevent the recovery of your data. Also, when you dispose of the

69Additional informationUSDimensions (approx.):HDR-CX300/CX350/CX350V/CX370:52 4 64 4 112 mm (2 1/8 × 2 5/8 × 4 1/2 in.) (w/h/d) including the project

7USFor the customers in the U.S.A.UL is an internationally recognized safety organization. The UL Mark on the product means it has been UL Listed.If y

70USRechargeable battery pack NP-FV50Maximum output voltage: DC 8.4 VOutput voltage: DC 6.8 VMaximum charge voltage: DC 8.4 VMaximum charge current: 2

71Additional informationUSExample of expected recording time of movies in a memory card (in minute)Recording modeFor 4 GB capacityHigh definition (HD)

72USOn trademarks“Handycam” and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.“AVCHD” and “AVCHD” logotype are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation a

73USQuick referenceQuick referenceScreen indicatorsUpper leftIndicator MeaningMENU buttonSelf-timer recordingGPS tracking status Flash / RED

74USParts and controlsFigures in ( ) are reference pages.HDR-CX300/CX350/CX350V/CX370HDR-XR350/XR350V- Active Interface Shoe The Active Interface Shoe

75USQuick reference: Camera recording lampThe camera recording lamp lights up in red during recording. The lamp flashes when the remaining recording m

76US> DC IN jack (15)? A/V Remote Connector (31)@ Grip belt (23)A Hook for a shoulder beltB Tripod receptacleAttach a tripod (sold separately) to t

77USQuick referenceYou will find the menu lists on pages 59 to 62.IndexIImage quality ...59Install ...

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4-171-501-12(1)Digital HD Video Camera Recorder“Handycam” Handbook 2010 Sony CorporationHDR-CX300E/CX305E/CX350E/ CX350VE/CX370E/XR350E/XR350VETable

8USIncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver.Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the recei

2GBRead this firstSupplied itemsThe numbers in ( ) are the supplied quantity. AC Adaptor (1) Power cord (Mains lead) (1) Component A/V cable (1) 

3GBAbout language settingThe on-screen displays in each local language are used for illustrating the operating procedures. Change the screen language

4GBWhen the camcoder is connected to a computer or accessoriesDo not try to format the recording media of the camcorder using a computer. If you do so

5GBWhen using a shoulder belt (sold separately), do not crash the camcorder against an object.Do not use your camcorder in very loud areas.On the drop

6GBOperation flowGetting started (p. 12)Prepare the power source and memory card.Recording movies and photos (p. 20)Recording movies  p. 20 Changing

7GBAdvice for successful recording To get good results in recording Stabilizing your camcorderWhen you hold the camcorder, keep your upper body uprig

8GB Useful recording techniquesCapturing images beautifully without troublesome settingINTELLIGENT AUTO(24)Focusing on the child on the left side of

9Table of contentsGBTable of contentsRead this first . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

10GBMaking good use of your camcorderDeleting movies and photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

11Table of contentsGB EDIT (Items for editing) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

9USLCD screen. These points are normal results of the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way.Exposing the LCD screen or the

12GBGetting startedStep 1: Charging the battery packHDR-CX300E/CX305E/CX350E/CX350VE/CX370EHDR-XR350E/XR350VEBattery packDC IN jackDC plugPower cord (

13Getting startedGBYou can charge the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (V series) after attaching it to yourcamcorder.NotesYou cannot attach any “InfoLITHIU

14GBTo use a wall outlet (wall socket) as a power sourceMake the same connections as “Step 1: Charging the battery pack.” Even if the battery pack is

15Getting startedGBStep 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time1 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder.Your camcorder is turned on an

16GBNotesThe date and time does not appear during recording, but they are automatically recorded on the recording media, and can be displayed during p

17Getting startedGBStep 3: Preparing the recording mediaThe recording media that can be used differs depending on your camcorder. The following icons

18GB Touch [YES]  .The recording medium is changed.To check the recording media settingsIn either movie recording mode or photo recording mode, t

19Getting startedGB Open the cover, and insert the memory card with the nothched edge in the direction as illustrated until it clicks.Close the cove

20GBRecording/PlaybackRecordingIn the default setting, movies are recorded with high definition image quality (HD) on the following media.HDR-CX300E/C

21Recording/PlaybackGBTo stop recording, press START/STOP again.You can stop recording also by touching  in the bottom left of LCD screen.The icons a