Page 2 - Read this first; WARNING
GB 2 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 your Sony deal...
Page 3 - CAUTION
GB 3 for replacement of the obsolete outlet. • Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. • Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. • Use only with the cart, stand, t...
Page 5 - For Customers in Canada
GB 5 Note: This 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 limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, an...
Page 7 - Table of Contents
GB 7 Table of Contents Read this first ............................ 2Learning more about the camcorder (Help Guide) .......7 Getting started ............. 8 Supplied items .......................... 8Charging the battery pack ....... 9Turning the power on ...............11Inserting a memory card ......
Page 8 - Getting started; Supplied items
GB 8 Getting started Supplied items The numbers in ( ) indicate the supplied quantity. • Camcorder (1)• AC Adaptor (1) The shape of the AC Adaptor differs depending on the countries/regions. • USB connection support cable (1) The USB connection support cable is designed for use with this camcorder o...
Page 9 - Charging the battery pack; Turn off your camcorder by closing the LCD monitor.
GB 9 Gettin g sta rted Charging the battery pack 1 Turn off your camcorder by closing the LCD monitor. 2 Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow, and open it. 3 Insert the battery pack while pressing and holding the battery release lever. 4 Close the battery cover and slide it back sec...
Page 10 - Charging the battery using your computer
GB 10 • Turn off your camcorder before you remove the battery pack. Charging the battery using your computer Turn off your camcorder and connect the camcorder to a running computer using the Built-in USB Cable. To use your camcorder connected to the wall outlet (wall socket) Connect the camcorde...
Page 11 - Turning the power on
GB 11 Gettin g sta rted Turning the power on • To set the date and time again, select [Setup] [ Clock Settings] [Date & Time Setting]. (In case you haven’t used your camcorder for several months) • To turn off the operating sound, select [Setup] [ General Settings] [Beep] [Off]. 1 ...
Page 12 - Inserting a memory card
GB 12 Inserting a memory card • To select a memory card as the recording medium, select [Setup] [ Media Settings] [Media Select] [Memory Card]. (HDR-CX440/PJ440) • To eject the memory card, open the cover and lightly push the memory card in once. Types of memory card you can use with your ...
Page 14 - Recording; Recording movies
GB 14 Recording/Playback Recording • In the default setting, movies are recorded with AVCHD and MP4 format simultaneously (Dual Video REC). MP4 format is easy for playing back your movies on a smartphone, for uploading to a network, or for uploading to the Web. • You can check the recording time of ...
Page 15 - Shooting photos
GB 15 R e co rdi n g/P la yba ck Shooting photos 1 Open the lens cover. 2 Open the LCD monitor and select [MODE] (Photo). 3 Press PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus, then press it fully. • When the focus is adjusted properly, AE/AF lock indicator appears on the LCD monitor. Power zoom lever
Page 16 - Playback; Open the LCD monitor and press the
GB 16 Playback 1 Open the LCD monitor and press the (View Images) button on the camcorder to enter the playback mode. 2 Select / to move the desired event to the center, and then select the part circled ( ) in the figure. * Highlight Movie Maker will be displayed when Movie format is set to AVCHD....
Page 17 - Playback operations
GB 17 R e co rdi n g/P la yba ck Playback operations To select the format of the movie you want to play, edit, or copy to other devices In step 2, select at the top right of the LCD monitor [ HD Quality] or [ MP4]. 3 Select the image. Volume / Previous/Next Delete / Fast-reverse/Fast-forward C...
Page 18 - Viewing images at a larger size; Connecting the camcorder to a TV
GB 18 Viewing images at a larger size Connecting the camcorder to a TV 1 Connect the HDMI OUT jack of the camcorder to the HDMI IN jack of a TV using the HDMI cable supplied. • If your TV does not have an HDMI jack, connect the Multi Terminal of the camcorder to the video/audio input jacks of the TV...
Page 19 - Saving images; To download PlayMemories Home
GB 19 Savi ng im a g e s Saving images Using PlayMemories Home™ PlayMemories Home allows you to import movies and photos to your computer to use them in a variety of ways. To download PlayMemories Home PlayMemories Home can be downloaded from the following URL.www.sony.net/pm/ To check the compu...
Page 20 - Connecting an external media device; Recorder without a USB jack; How to connect the device
GB 20 Connecting an external media device Recorder without a USB jack Connect a recorder to the Multi Terminal of your camcorder using an AV cable (sold separately). Signal flow Insert the battery pack to the camcorder. Connect the AC Adaptor (supplied) to the camcorder. Connect the AV cable...
Page 21 - Android OS
GB 21 Savi ng im a g e s Using the Wi-Fi function (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440) For the latest information and more detailed information on the functions of PlayMemories Mobile, visit the following URL. http://www.sony.net/pmm/ Android OS Install PlayMemories Mobile from Google play. • Android 4.0 or hi...
Page 26 - Customizing your camcorder; Using the menus
GB 26 Customizing your camcorder Using the menus • Select to finish setting the menu or to return to the previous menu screen. 1 Select . 2 Select a category. Number of the category which is displayed depends on the model. 3 Select a desired menu item. Scroll the menu items up or down.
Page 27 - Others; Precautions
GB 27 Others Others Precautions AC Adaptor Do not short-circuit the battery terminal with any metallic objects. This may cause a malfunction. Playing back images with other devices You may not be able to play back images that were recorded on your camcorder with other devices normally. Also, you may...
Page 28 - Troubleshooting
GB 28 Camcorder temperature If you use the camcorder continuously for a long time, the camcorder gets very warm. This is not a malfunction. Overheat protection Depending on the camcorder and battery temperature, you may be unable to record movies or the power may turn off automatically to protect th...
Page 29 - Specifications
GB 29 Others Specifications System Signal format: NTSC color, EIA standards (1080 60i compatible models)PAL color, CCIR standards (1080 50i compatible models)HD TV Movie recording format: XAVC S (XAVC S format)Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264Audio: MPEG-4 Linear PCM 2ch (48 kHz/16 bit)AVCHD (AVCHD format Ver...
Page 31 - Trademarks
GB 31 Others Rechargeable battery pack NP-BX1 Used battery: Lithium-ion batteryMaximum voltage: DC 4.2 VNominal voltage: DC 3.6 VMaximum charge voltage: DC 4.2 VMaximum charge current: 1.89 ACapacity: 4.5 Wh (1 240 mAh) Design and specifications of your camcorder and accessories are subject to cha...
Page 33 - Parts and controls
GB 33 Others Parts and controls Figures in ( ) are reference pages. Power zoom lever (14, 15) PHOTO button (15) N mark (22) (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440) NFC: Near Field Communication LENS COVER switch (14, 15) Lens (ZEISS lens) Built-in microphone PROJECTOR FOCUS lever (18) (HDR-PJ410/PJ440...
Page 34 - To fasten the grip belt
GB 34 Tripod receptacle Battery cover (9) Battery release lever Battery pack (9) To fasten the grip belt
