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4-163-320-13(1)
Digital HD Video Camera Recorder
Getting Started 11
Recording/
21
Playback
Operating Guide
Editing 52
Using the Menu 61
HDR-AX2000E
Connecting with a
77
Computer
Troubleshooting 79
Additional Information 91
Quick Reference 105
© 2009 Sony Corporation
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Read this first � Keep the battery pack dry. Before operating this unit, please read this � Replace only with the same or equivalent type manual thoroughly, and retain it for future recommended by Sony. reference. � Dispose of used battery packs promptly as described in the instructions. To handle the recorded images on your computer AC Adaptor Refer to “Help” on the supplied CD-ROM � Use the nearby wall outlet when using the AC “Content Management Utility.” Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Ada
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Notice Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart the European Union and the application or disconnect and connect the other European countries communication cable (USB, etc.) again. with separate collection Notice for the customers in the systems) countries applying EU Directives This symbol on the battery or on the packaging indicates that the battery provided with this The manufactu
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Read this first (Continued) digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of Regulatory Information FCC Rules. Declaration of Conformity Battery pack Trade Name: SONY This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Model No.: HDR-AX2000E Rules. Operation is subject to the following two Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. conditions: Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA (1) This device may not cause harmful 92127 U.S.A. interference, and (2) this device must accept any Telephone N
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do not perform the format. All the data recorded Using the camcorder will be lost. � Do not hold the camcorder by the * The exFAT is a file system that is used for following part. SDXC memory cards. Size of memory card you can use with your camcorder Lens hood LCD panel � “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 the like on Internal Microphone (sold memory card or memory card adapto
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Read this first (Continued) constantly on the LCD screen and/or the memory card on other media such as a viewfinder. These points are normal computer, before formatting the memory results of the manufacturing process and card. do not affect the recording in any way. � Before starting to record, test the recording function to make sure the picture and sound are recorded without any problems. � Compensation for the loss of the content of recordings or the loss of recording opportunities can
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– Other AVCHD format compatible devices Note on disposal/transfer which are not compatible with High Profile � Even if you delete all data or format the – Devices which are not compatible with the memory card on your camcorder or AVCHD format computer, you may not delete data from � Movies made using this camcorder may the memory card completely. When you not play back normally on devices other transfer the memory card or your than this camcorder. Also, movies camcorder, it is recommen
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Table of Contents Read this first ........................................................................................... 2 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items ............................................................ 11 Step 2: Attaching the lens hood with lens cover .................................... 12 Step 3: Charging the battery pack ......................................................... 13 Step 4: Turning the power on and holding your camcorder properly ..... 15 Ste
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Editing Operating the MODE menu ....................................................................52 Protecting recorded images (Protect) .....................................................53 Using the Playlist of movies ...................................................................54 Creating the Playlist ............................................................................ 54 Playing the Playlist .............................................................................. 54
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Table of Contents (Continued) Troubleshooting Troubleshooting .....................................................................................79 Warning indicators and messages ......................................................... 88 Additional Information Recording time of movies ...................................................................... 91 Using your camcorder abroad ................................................................ 93 File/folder structure on the memory car
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Getting Started Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that you have following items Large eyecup (1) (p. 17) supplied with your camcorder. The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that item supplied. � Memory cards are not included. See pages 5 and 95 for types of memory cards that you can use on your camcorder. AC Adaptor (AC-L100C) (1) (p. 13) Rechargeable battery pack (NP-F570) (1) (p. 13, 96) Lens hood with lens cover (1) (p. 12) Power cord (mains lead)
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Step 2: Attaching the lens hood with lens cover PUSH (lens hood release) button Align the marks on the lens hood to those on the camcorder, and turn the lens hood in the direction of the arrow 2 until it is locked. To remove the lens hood with lens cover Turn the lens hood in the opposite direction to the arrow 2 in the illustration while pressing the PUSH (lens hood release) button. z Tips � If you attach or remove a 72mm (2 7/8 in.) PL filter or MC protector, remove the lens hood with
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Getting Started Step 3: Charging the battery pack You can charge the “InfoLITHIUM” 1 Press the battery pack against the battery pack (L series) with the back of your camcorder and slide supplied AC Adaptor. it down. b Notes � You cannot use batteries other than the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (L series) (p. 96). 2 With the B mark on the DC plug DC plug DC IN jack facing outwards, connect the DC plug to the DC IN jack on your camcorder. Power cord (mains lead) AC Adaptor To the wall outle
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Step 3: Charging the battery pack (Continued) To remove the battery pack 5 Set the POWER switch to OFF Slide the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). (CHG). Push the BATT RELEASE (battery release) button and remove the battery pack. The CHG lamp lights up and charging starts. BATT RELEASE (battery release) button To store the battery pack If the battery pack is not in use for a while, run down the battery and store it. See page 97 for details on storage of the battery pack. After charging the batte
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Getting Started Step 4: Turning the power on and holding – The battery pack is too cold. your camcorder Remove the battery pack and put it in a warm place. properly – The battery pack is too hot. Remove the battery pack and put it in a cool To record or play back, set the POWER place. switch to ON. � The power will not be supplied from the battery When you use your camcorder for the first as long as the AC Adaptor is connected to the time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears DC IN jack of y
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Step 4: Turning the power on and Step 5: Adjusting the holding your camcorder properly LCD panel and (Continued) viewfinder 2 Hold the camcorder properly. LCD panel Open the LCD panel 180 degrees (1), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play back (2). 1Open 180 degrees. 290 degrees (max.) 2180 degrees (max.) 3 Ensure a good grip, then fasten the grip belt. DISPLAY button z Tips � Images are displayed as mirror images on the LCD screen, but are recorded as normal images. To tu
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Getting Started b Notes Viewfinder � Do not remove the pre-attached eyecup. You can view picture using the viewfinder Large eyecup to save the battery, or when the picture on (supplied) the LCD screen is not clear. Attach with the Viewfinder lens protruding part adjustment lever at the top. Move it until the picture becomes clear. b Notes � You may see primary colors shimmering in the viewfinder when you move your line of sight. This is not a malfunction. The shimmering colors will not
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Step 6: Setting the date and time Set the date and time when using your camcorder for the first time. If you do not 2 Select (OTHERS) by turning set the date and time, [CLOCK SET] screen the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial, then appears every time you turn on your press the dial. camcorder. z Tips � If you do not use your camcorder for about 3 months, the built-in rechargeable battery gets discharged and the date and time settings may be cleared from the memory. In that case, charge the rechargeab
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Getting Started Step 7: Inserting a memory card 1 Open the cover in the direction of the arrow. The clock starts. � Set [SUMMERTIME] to [ON] to move the time forward 1 hour. � You can set any year up to the year 2037. z Tips � The date and time are automatically recorded on the selected memory card, and can be displayed 2 Orient the memory card’s during playback (DATA CODE button, p. 45). notched corner as shown in the illustration, and insert into the Changing the language setting memor
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Step 7: Inserting a memory card (Continued) Database File.] screen appears. Follow the b Notes screen indication, and touch [YES]. � You can only select a slot that already has a memory card inserted. � While movies are being recorded on the memory card, you cannot switch the slot even if To eject the memory card you press the memory card slot A/B buttons. Lightly push the memory card once. z Tips � When only one slot has a memory card inserted, b Notes the slot that has the memory card is s
