Sony HDR-XR550E User Manual

4-170-539-12(1)Digital HD Video Camera RecorderOperating Guide 2010 Sony CorporationHDR-CX550E/CX550VE/ XR550E/XR550VETable of contents10Getting star

10GBTable of contentsRead this first . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

11Table of contentsGBSaving images with an external deviceSaving images in external media (DIRECT COPY) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

12GBGetting startedStep 1: Charging the battery packHDR-CX550E/CX550VEHDR-XR550E/XR550VEBattery packAC Adaptor/CHG (flash/charge) lampTo the wall outl

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

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 startedGBChanging the language settingYou can change the on-screen displays to show messages in a specified language.Touch (MENU)  [Show o

18GBStep 3: Preparing the recording mediaThe recording media that can be used differs depending on your camcorder. The following icons are displayed o

19Getting startedGB Touch [YES]  .The recording medium is changed.To check the recording media settingsIn either movie recording mode or photo re

2GBRead this firstBefore operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.WARNINGTo reduce fire or shock haz

20GB“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media, half the size of “Memory Stick”, or standard size SD cards can be used for this camcorder.Do not attach a label or t

Recording/Playback21GBRecording/PlaybackRecordingIn the default setting, movies are recorded with high definition image quality (HD) on the following

22GBRecording moviesPress START/STOP to start recording.You can start recording also by touching  in the bottom left of LCD screen.To stop recording,

23Recording/PlaybackGBThe following states will be indicated if data is still being written onto the recording media after recording has finished. Dur

24GBData code during recordingThe recording date, time and condition , and coordinates (HDR-CX550VE/XR550VE) are recorded automatically on the recordi

25Recording/PlaybackGBTipsYou can check the recordable number of photos on the LCD (p. 72).To change the image size, touch (MENU)  [Show others]  [

26GBAdjusting for shooting conditionsRecording in dark places (NightShot)When you press NIGHTSHOT, appears, and you can record images even in total

27Recording/PlaybackGBPlayback on the camcorderIn the default setting, movies and photos that are recorded on the following recording media are played

28GB/ : Displays movies recorded on the previous/next date.*/ : Displays the previous/next movie. Returns to the recording screen.*  is display

29Recording/PlaybackGBTo adjust the sound volume of moviesWhile playing back movies, touch  adjust with /  .You can also adjust the sound volum

3GBFOR CUSTOMERS IN EUROPEHereby, Sony Corporation, declares that this HDR-CX550VE, HDR-XR550VE Digital HD Video Camera Recorder is in compliance with

30GBPlaying images on a TVConnection methods and the image quality (high definition (HD) or standard definition (STD)) viewed on the TV screen differ

31Recording/PlaybackGBTypes of connection cables between your camcorder and TV Connecting to a high definition TVComponent A/V Cable (supplied)HDMI Ca

32GBWhen you connect with A/V connecting cable with S VIDEOWhen the S VIDEO plug (S VIDEO channel) is connected, audio signals are not output. To outp

Making good use of your camcorder33GBMaking good use of your camcorderDeleting movies and photosYou can free media space by deleting movies and photos

34GB Touch / to select the recording date of the desired movies/photos, then touch .Touch the image on the LCD screen to confirm the image. Touch

Saving movies and photos with a computer35GBSaving movies and photos with a computerPreparing a computer (Windows)You can perform following operations

36GB*1 Standard installation is required. Operation is not assured if the OS has been upgraded or in a multi-boot environment.*2 64-bit editions and S

37Saving movies and photos with a computerGB Turn on your camcorder, then connect the camcorder to the computer using the supplied USB cable.The [U

38GBTo disconnect your camcorder from the computer Click the icon at the bottom right of the desktop of the computer  [Safely remove USB Mass Stor

39Saving movies and photos with a computerGBSelecting the method for creating a disc (computer)Several methods for creating a high definition image qu

4GBbe caused by inappropriate waste handling of the battery. The recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources.In case of product

40GBDiscs you can use with “PMB”You can use 12 cm discs of following type with “PMB.” For Blu-ray disc, see page 44.Disc type FeaturesDVD-R/DVD+R/DVD+

41Saving movies and photos with a computerGBCreating a disc with one touch (One Touch Disc Burn)Movies and photos recorded on your camcorder that hav

42GBImporting movies and photos to a computerMovies and photos recorded on your camcorder can be imported to a computer. Turn on the computer beforeha

43Saving movies and photos with a computerGBCreating an AVCHD discYou can create an AVCHD disc by putting together high definition image quality (HD)

44GBCreating a Blu-ray discYou can create a Blu-ray disc with a high definition image quality (HD) movie previously imported to a computer (p. 42). To

45Saving movies and photos with a computerGB4 At the top of the window, click  [Create DVD-Video Format Discs (STD)].The window used to select mov

46GBSaving images with an external deviceSaving images in external media (DIRECT COPY)You can save movies and photos on external media (USB storage d

47Saving images with an external deviceGBThis screen will appear only when there are newly recorded images.6 After the operation is completed, touch

48GBTo play back images in the external media on the camcorder Touch [Play without copying.] in step 5 above.The VISUAL INDEX screen of the external

49Saving images with an external deviceGBCreating a disc with the dedicated DVD writer, DVDirect ExpressYou can create a disc or play back the images

5GBNoteThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.These lim

50GB 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

51Saving images with an external deviceGBTo play back a disc on the DVD writer Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to the DC IN ja

52GBTipsIf you cannot play back created standard definition (STD) image quality discs on any DVD player, connect the camcorder to the DVD writer, and

53Saving images with an external deviceGB Insert the recording media in the recording device.If your recording device has an input selector, set it

54GB 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 camcorder55GBCustomizing your camcorderUsing menusUsing the menus, you can perform useful functions and change various settings. If y

56GBNotesYou 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

57Customizing your camcorderGBUsing the OPTION MENUThe OPTION MENU appears just like the pop-up window that appears when you right-click the mouse o

58GBMenu lists (MANUAL SETTINGS) categorySCENE SELECTION ...Selects an appropriate recording setting according to the type of scene, su

59Customizing your camcorderGBX.V.COLOR ... Records wider range of colors.WIDE SELECT ...Sets the horizontal to vertical rati

6GBBattery packThe camcorder is not dustproofed, dripproofed or waterproofed. See “Precautions” (p. 65).Even if the camcorder is turned off, the GPS f

60GBDUB ALL/ DUB ALL ...Dubs all saved movies in a playlist.PHOTO COPYCOPY by select ...Selects photos and copy.COPY by d

61Customizing your camcorderGB (GENERAL SET) categorySOUND/DISP SETVOLUME ... Adjusts the volume of playback sound (p. 29).BE

62GBGetting detailed information from the “Handycam” HandbookThe “Handycam” Handbook is a user guide designed to be read on a computer screen. The “Ha

Additional information63GBAdditional information TroubleshootingIf you run into any problems using your camcorder, follow the steps below. Check the

64GBThe recording stops.The temperature of your camcorder is extremely high/low. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool/warm place

65Additional informationGBThe Image Database File is damaged. Check the data base file by touching (MENU)  [Show others]  [REPAIR IMG.DB F.] (under

66GBHandling the camcorder with above substances on your handsLeaving the casing in contact with rubber or vinyl objects for a long period of timeAbou

67Additional informationGB(See “Getting detailed information from the “Handycam” Handbook” on page 62.) to prevent the recovery of your data. Also, wh

68GBOperating temperature: 0 C to 40 C (32 °F to 104 °F)Storage temperature: –20 C to +60 C (–4 °F to +140 °F)Dimensions (approx.): HDR-CX550E/CX5

69Additional informationGBMass (approx.): 170 g (6.0 oz) excluding the power cord (mains lead)* See the label on the AC Adaptor for other specificati

7GBDiscs recorded with HD image quality (high definition)This camcorder captures high definition footage in the AVCHD format. DVD media containing AVC

70GBOn charging/recording/playback timeMeasured when using the camcorder at 25 C (77 °F) (10 C to 30 C (50 °F to 86 °F) is recommended)The recordin

71Additional informationGBOn trademarks“Handycam” and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.“AVCHD” and “AVCHD” logotype are trademarks of P

72GBQuick referenceScreen indicatorsUpper leftIndicator MeaningMENU button AUDIO MODESelf-timer recordingGPS tracking status Flash / REDEYE

73Quick referenceGBParts and controlsFigures in ( ) are reference pages.HDR-CX550E/CX550VEHDR-XR550E/XR550VE Active Interface Shoe The Active Interfa

74GB Built-in microphone Flash Lens (G lens) MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack  (headphones) jack Remote sensor/Infrared port Camera recording lamp (61

75Quick referenceGB Power zoom lever /CHG (flash/charge) lamp (12) START/STOP button (22) Grip belt (21) Hook for a shoulder belt Tripod recept

76GBYou will find the menu lists on pages 58 to 61.IndexIImage quality ...58Install ...

8GBIn this manual, the DVD disc recorded with high definition image quality (HD) is called AVCHD disc.Design and specifications of your camcorder and

GBAdditional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website.http://www.sony.net/Pr

9GBOperation flowGetting started (p. 12)Prepare the power source and memory card.Recording movies and photos (p. 21)Recording movies  p. 22 Changing