Page 2 - Read this first; Owner’s Record; WARNING; To reduce the risk of fire or electric
GB Read this first Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony d...
Page 3 - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS; SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
GB IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dr...
Page 4 - Europe; Asia
GB Representative plug of power supply cord of countries/regions around the world. A Type (American Type) B Type (British Type) BF Type (British Type) B3 Type (British Type) C Type (CEE Type) SE Type (CEE Type) O Type (Ocean Type) The representative supply voltage and plug type are described in this...
Page 6 - CAUTION; Battery pack
GB CAUTION Battery pack If the battery pack is mishandled, the battery pack can burst, cause a fire or even chemical burns. Observe the following cautions. Do not disassemble. Do not crush and do not expose the battery pack to any shock or force such as hammering, dropping or stepping on it. Do not ...
Page 7 - Regulatory Information; Declaration of Conformity
GB For 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 you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) The number below is for the FCC related m...
Page 8 - FOR CUSTOMERS IN EUROPE; Notice for the customers in the
GB Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help. The supplied interf...
Page 10 - About language setting
10 GB For information on your camcorder model, see the following page: Functions and equipment p.12 About language setting The on-screen displays in each local language are used for illustrating the operating procedures. Change the screen language before using the camcorder if necessary. Select ...
Page 11 - Access the Sony support page.
11 GB Design and specifications of your camcorder and accessories are subject to change without notice. In this manual, the internal memory (models with internal memory) of the camcorder and the memory card are called “recording media.” In this manual, the DVD disc recorded with high definition imag...
Page 12 - How to use this manual; To confirm the model name of your camcorder; Differences in functions
1 GB How to use this manual In this manual, the differences in the specifications for each model are described together. If you find the description “Models with ...” like below, confirm in this chapter whether the description applies to your camcorder. (Models with a projector) (Models with the...
Page 14 - Table of contents; Getting started
1 GB Table of contents Read this first . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
Page 15 - Customizing your camcorder
1 Table of c on ten ts GB Customizing your camcorder Using menus .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Menu lists .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
Page 16 - Parts and controls
1 GB Parts and controls Figures in ( ) are reference pages. Lens (G lens) Built-in microphones HDR-PJ320E/PJ380/PJ380E/PJ390E LCD screen/Touch panel (20) If you rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees, you can close the LCD panel with the LCD screen facing out. This is convenient during playback oper...
Page 17 - To fasten the grip belt
1 GB Power zoom lever (24) PHOTO button (23) POWER/CHG (charge) lamp (18) Battery pack (18) START/STOP button (23) DC IN jack (18) Multi/Micro USB Terminal Supports Micro USB compatible devices. Grip belt Built-in USB Cable (19) Memory card access lamp (21) While the lamp is lit ...
Page 18 - Charging the battery pack; Connect the AC Adaptor (
1 GB Getting started Charging the battery pack For information on your camcorder model, see the following page: Functions and equipment p.12 1 Close the LCD screen and attach the battery pack. Align the indentation on the camcorder and projection on the battery pack, then slide the battery pack up...
Page 19 - Charging the battery using your computer; Charging time
1 GB G etting star ted Charging the battery using your computer Connect the camcorder to a running computer using the Built-in USB Cable. The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp turns orange. The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery is fully charged. Use the USB connection support cable when the B...
Page 20 - Setting; Preparing your camcorder; To turn off the beep sound; Changing the recording media (Models with internal memory)
0 GB Setting For information on your camcorder model, see the following page: Functions and equipment p.12 Preparing your camcorder 1 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder and turn the power on. To turn off the power, close the LCD screen. 2 Select the desired language, the geographical area, an...
Page 21 - Inserting a memory card; Types of memory card you can use with your camcorder
1 GB G etting star ted Inserting a memory card Open the cover, and insert the memory card until it clicks. To eject the memory card, lightly push the memory card in once. Notes To ensure stable operation of the memory card, it is recommended to format the memory card with your camcorder before the...
Page 23 - Recording; the desired shooting; To display items on the LCD screen
GB Rec or ding/P la yback Recording/Playback Recording For information on your camcorder model, see the following page: Functions and equipment p.12 1 Open the LCD screen and select [MODE] the desired shooting mode. Movie: Photo: 2 Movie: Press START/STOP. You can record photos during movie reco...
Page 25 - Playback; button on the camcorder
GB Rec or ding/P la yback Playback For information on your camcorder model, see the following page: Functions and equipment p.12 You can search for recorded images by date and time of recording (Event View). 1 Open the LCD screen and press the button on the camcorder to enter the playback mode. Yo...
Page 26 - To play back images with other devices; To delete images
GB To repeat Slideshow, select [Slideshow Set] when is selected with the Switch Image Type button. Notes To prevent your image data from being lost, save all your recorded images on external media periodically. (p. 34) In the default setting, a protected demonstration movie is pre-recorded (HDR-PJ...
Page 27 - Playing images on a; Connect the camcorder to a TV.; On “Photo TV HD”
GB Rec or ding/P la yback Playing images on a TV Connection methods and the image quality viewed on the TV screen differ depending on what type of TV is connected, and the connectors used. 1 Switch the input on the TV to the connected jack. 2 Connect the camcorder to a TV. 3 Play a movie or a photo ...
Page 28 - projector
GB Using the built-in projector (Models with a projector) For information on your camcorder model, see the following page: Functions and equipment p.12 You can use a flat surface such as a wall as a screen to view recorded images using the built-in projector. 1 Face the projector lens towards a su...
Page 30 - Saving movies and photos with a computer; Playing images on a computer; What you can do with “PlayMemories Home” software (Windows); Software for Mac
0 GB Saving movies and photos with a computer Playing images on a computer The “PlayMemories Home” software allows you to import movies and still images to your computer to use them in a variety of ways. What you can do with “PlayMemories Home” software (Windows) “PlayMemories Home” can be downloade...
Page 31 - Preparing a computer; Checking the computer system; Notes on installation
1 GB Sa ving mo vies and phot os with a c omput er Preparing a computer (Windows) Checking the computer system OS * 1 Microsoft Windows XP SP3 * 2 /Windows Vista SP2 * 3 /Windows 7 SP1/Windows 8 CPU * 4 Intel Core Duo 1.66 GHz or faster, or Intel Core 2 Duo 1.66 GHz or faster (Intel Core 2 Duo 2.26 ...
Page 32 - Starting the
GB functions that were available with “PMB” with this “PlayMemories Home” software. To disconnect your camcorder from the computer 1 Click the icon at the bottom right of the desktop of the computer [Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device]. 2 Select [Yes] on the camcorder screen. 3 Disconnect the...
Page 33 - Saving images on an external media device; Creating a standard
GB Sa ving images on an e xter nal media devic e Saving images on an external media device Creating a standard definition image quality (STD) disc with a recorder Connect your camcorder to a disc recorder with an AV Cable (sold separately). You can copy images played back on your camcorder on a disc...
Page 35 - Using menus; Shooting Mode; Select your desired menu item.; To find a menu item quickly
GB Customizing y our camc or der Customizing your camcorder Using menus The camcorder has various menu items under each of 6 menu categories. Shooting Mode Camera/Mic Image Quality/Size Playback Function Edit/Copy Setup 1 Select . 2 Select a category. MENU Playback Function Edit/Copy Setup Shooting ...
Page 36 - Menu lists
GB Menu lists Shooting Mode Movie .......................................... Records movies. Photo ........................................... Shoots photos. Camera/Mic Manual Settings White Balance ................. Adjusts the color balance to the recording environment. Spot Meter/Fcs ...............
Page 39 - Troubleshooting
GB O thers/I ndex Others/Index Troubleshooting For information on your camcorder model, see the following page: Functions and equipment p.12 If you run into any problems using your camcorder, follow the steps below. Check the list (p. 39 to 41), and inspect your camcorder. Disconnect the power...
Page 40 - indicators
0 GB “PlayMemories Home” cannot be installed. An Internet connection is required to install “PlayMemories Home.” Check the computer environment or installation procedure required to install “PlayMemories Home.” “PlayMemories Home” does not work correctly. Quit “PlayMemories Home” and restart your co...
Page 41 - On use and care
1 GB O thers/I ndex No memory card is inserted (p. 21). When the indicator flashes, there are not enough free spaces for recording images. Delete unnecessary images (p. 26), or format the memory card after storing the images on other media (p. 37). The image data base file may be damaged. Check the ...
Page 45 - Specifications
GB O thers/I ndex Specifications System Signal format: NTSC color, EIA standards (HDR-CX320/ CX380/PJ380) PAL color, CCIR standards (HDR-CX320E/ CX380E/CX390E/PJ320E/PJ380E/PJ390E) HD TV Movie recording format: AVCHD (AVCHD format Ver.2.0 compatible): Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Audio: Dolby Digital 2ch...
Page 47 - On trademarks
GB O thers/I ndex Expected running times for the supplied battery pack (in minutes) These tables show the approximate available running times when you use a fully charged battery pack. HDR-CX320/CX320E/CX380/CX380E/CX390E Recording media HDR-CX380/CX380E/CX390E HDR- CX320/ CX320E Internal memory Mem...
Page 48 - Screen indicators
GB MultiMediaCard is a trademark of MultiMediaCard Association. Facebook and the “f ” logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Facebook, Inc. YouTube and the YouTube logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Google Inc. All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or r...
Page 50 - Index
0 GB Index L Language ......................................10LCD screen ..................................23 M Mac ...............................................30Media select .................................20Memory card ...............................21“Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” media .............
