Page 2 - Read this first; WARNING; To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not; CAUTION; Battery pack; Notice for customers in the United
GB Read this first Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like. CAUTION Battery ...
Page 3 - FOR CUSTOMERS IN EUROPE; Notice for the customers in the
GB FOR CUSTOMERS IN EUROPE Hereby, Sony Corporation, declares that this HDR-CX560VE/CX700VE Digital HD Video Camera Recorder is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Directive 1999/5/ EC. For details, please access the following URL: http://www.compliance...
Page 4 - Regulatory Information; Declaration of Conformity
GB will help to conserve natural resources. In case of products that for safety, performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified service staff only. To ensure that the battery will be treated properly, ha...
Page 5 - Supplied items
GB 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, and ca...
Page 6 - Using the camcorder; LCD Screen; lens; Black points
GB Using the camcorder Do not hold the camcorder by the following parts, and also do not hold the camcorder by the jack covers. Viewfinder (HDR-CX90E/ CX700E/CX700VE) Lens hood (HDR-CX90E/ CX700E/CX700VE) LCD Screen Battery pack Built-in USB Cable The camcorder is not dustproofed, dripproofed or wat...
Page 8 - Notes on use
GB About this manual, illustrations and on-screen displays The example images used in this manual for illustration purposes are captured using a digital still camera, and therefore may appear different from images and screen indicators that actually appear on your camcorder. And, the illustrations o...
Page 9 - Table of contents; Getting started
9 Table of c on ten ts GB Table of contents Read this first . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Getting started Step 1: Charging the battery pack .. . . . . ....
Page 11 - Step 1: Charging the battery pack
11 GB G etting star ted Getting started Step 1: Charging the battery pack You can charge the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (V series) after attaching it to your camcorder. Notes You cannot attach any “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack other than the V series to your camcorder. 1 Turn off your camcorder by clos...
Page 12 - To charge the battery using your computer; This method is useful when the AC Adaptor is not available.; Charging time
1 GB 4 When the battery is charged, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack of your camcorder. To charge the battery using your computer This method is useful when the AC Adaptor is not available. Turn off the camcorder and attach the battery pack to the camcorder. Connect the camcorder to...
Page 13 - To remove the battery pack; ) and remove the battery; To use a wall outlet (wall socket) as a power source; pack is attached, the battery pack is not discharged.; Notes on the battery pack
1 GB G etting star ted The charging times shown in the table above are measured when charging the camcorder at a temperature of 25 C (77 °F). It is recommended that you charge the battery in a temperature range of 10 C to 30 C (50 °F to 86 °F). * The charging times are measured without using t...
Page 14 - Notes on the AC Adaptor; Charging the battery pack abroad
1 GB Notes on the AC Adaptor Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately if any malfunction occurs while using your camcorder. Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow space, such as between a wall a...
Page 15 - Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the; Open the LCD screen of your camcorder.; Your camcorder is turned on and the lens cover is opened.; Select the desired geographical area with
1 GB G etting star ted Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time 1 Open the LCD screen of your camcorder. Your camcorder is turned on and the lens cover is opened. To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is open, press POWER. 2 Select the desired language, then touch [Next]. ...
Page 17 - To turn off the power; Changing the language setting
17 GB G etting star ted To turn off the power Close the LCD screen. If the viewfinder is pulled out, retract the viewfinder as shown in the illustration below (HDR-CX690E/CX700E/CX700VE). The (Movie) lamp flashes for a few seconds and the camcorder is turned off. Tips You can turn off the camcor...
Page 18 - Step 3: Preparing the recording media; icons are displayed on the screen of your camcorder.; Touch; Both movies and photos are recorded on the selected medium.; To check the recording media settings; recording media is displayed at the top right corner of the screen.
1 GB Step 3: Preparing the recording media The recording media that can be used differs depending on your camcorder. The following icons are displayed on the screen of your camcorder. HDR-CX690E Memory card HDR-CX560E/CX560VE/ CX700E/CX700VE * Internal memory Memory card * In the default setting, bo...
Page 19 - Inserting a memory card; Types of memory card you can use with your camcorder
19 GB G etting star ted Inserting a memory card Notes Set the recording medium to [Memory Card] to record movies and/or photos on a memory card (HDR-CX560E/CX560VE/CX700E/CX700VE). Types of memory card you can use with your camcorder SD Speed Class Described in this manual “Memory Stick PRO Duo” med...
Page 20 - memory card. Wait until the screen disappears.; To eject the memory card; Open the cover and lightly push the memory card in once.
0 GB Open the cover, and insert the memory card with the notched edge in the direction as illustrated until it clicks. Close the cover after inserting the memory card. The [Preparing image database file. Please wait.] screen appears if you insert a new memory card. Wait until the screen disappears...
Page 21 - Recording; Fasten the grip belt.
1 GB Rec or ding/P la yback Recording/Playback Recording In the default setting, movies and photos are recorded on the following media. Movies are recorded with high definition image quality (HD). HDR-CX690E: Memory card HDR-CX560E/CX560VE/CX700E/CX700VE: Internal recording media Tips To change the ...
Page 22 - Recording movies; To display items on the LCD screen again
GB Recording movies Press MODE to turn on the (Movie) lamp. Press START/STOP to start recording. To stop recording, press START/STOP again. To display items on the LCD screen again Touch anywhere on the screen except the buttons on the LCD screen so that you can use items. You can change the set...
Page 24 - Data code during recording; a desired setting; Shooting photos; The LCD screen display switches for photo recording mode.; Press PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus, then press it fully.
GB Data code during recording The recording date, time and condition , and coordinates (HDR-CX560VE/CX700VE) are recorded automatically on the recording media. They are not displayed during recording. However, you can check them as [Data Code] during playback. To display them, touch (MENU) [Setup]...
Page 25 - If white circular spots appear on photos
GB Rec or ding/P la yback Tips See page 65 on the recordable number of photos. To change the image size, touch (MENU) [Image Quality/Size] [ Image Size] a desired setting . You cannot record photos while is displayed. Your camcorder flashes automatically when there is insufficient ambient li...
Page 26 - Selecting the recording mode; You can change the quality of the image that you record by touching
GB Selecting the recording mode You can change the quality of the image that you record by touching (MENU) [Image Quality/Size] [ REC Mode]. The types of media that images can be saved on will depend on the recording mode selected. For details on a save operation using the external devices, see ...
Page 27 - Adjusting for shooting; How to use the MANUAL dial; Using a tripod
7 GB Rec or ding/P la yback Adjusting for shooting conditions Recording in dark places (NightShot) When you press NIGHTSHOT, appears, and you can record images even in total darkness. Press NIGHTSHOT again to cancel the NightShot function. Using NightShot in bright places will cause a malfunction of...
Page 28 - Press; The Event View screen appears after some seconds.; To the MENU screen
GB Playback. on.the.camcorder You can enjoy the playback of images with powerful sound through the stereo speakers built into the camcorder. In the default setting, movies and photos that are recorded on the following recording media are played. HDR-CX690E: Memory card HDR-CX560E/CX560VE/CX700E/CX70...
Page 29 - Touch an image you want to view.
9 GB Rec or ding/P la yback / : To the previous/next event Event name Change to the movie/photo recording mode Time-line bar Highlight Playback button * Change Event Scale button * Appears only when the image quality is set to [ HD Quality]. The Event Index screen appears when you touch ...
Page 30 - Operating the camcorder while playing a movie; The figure below will be displayed when you select [; To adjust the sound volume of movies; While playing back movies, touch
0 GB Operating the camcorder while playing a movie You can use the functions shown in the figure below while the camcorder is playing a movie. The figure below will be displayed when you select [ MOVIE/PHOTO] (the default setting) or [ MOVIE] by touching the Switch Image Type button on the Event Ind...
Page 31 - Viewing photos; below will be displayed when you select [; Performing Highlight Playback
1 GB Rec or ding/P la yback Viewing photos You can use the functions shown in the figure below while you are viewing photos. The figure below will be displayed when you select [ PHOTO] by touching the Switch Image Type button on the Event Index screen. Tips To repeat Slideshow, touch [Slideshow Se...
Page 32 - Playing images on a TV; Connection methods and the image; Output connectors on the camcorder; Connect the camcorder to a TV.; List of connection; Connecting to a high definition TV; When the recording quality is high
GB Playing images on a TV Connection methods and the image quality (high definition (HD) or standard definition (STD)) viewed on the TV screen differ depending on what type of TV is connected, and the connectors used. Output connectors on the camcorder 1 Switch the input on the TV to the connected j...
Page 33 - When movies are recorded with high; When you connect with component
GB Rec or ding/P la yback Connecting to a non-high-definition 16:9 (wide) or 4:3 TV When movies are recorded with high definition image quality (HD), they are played back in standard definition image quality (STD). When movies are recoded with standard image quality (STD), they are played back in st...
Page 34 - On “Photo TV HD”
GB When your TV is monaural (When your TV has only one audio input jack) Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video input jack and connect the white (left channel) or red (right channel) plug to the audio input jack of your TV or VCR. When connecting to your TV via a VCR Connec...
Page 35 - Advanced operations; Deleting movies and; You can free media space by deleting; To delete all movies/photos in an event
GB Adv anced oper ations Advanced operations Deleting movies and photos You can free media space by deleting movies and photos from recording media. Notes You cannot restore images once they are deleted. Save important movies and photos in advance. Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor fr...
Page 36 - Saving movies and photos with a computer; Useful functions available if you connect the; more with the images recorded with the camcorder.; Easy uploading when away from home; View
GB Saving movies and photos with a computer Useful functions available if you connect the camcorder to a computer (Windows) The software PMB stored in the CD-ROM (supplied) includes functions that enable you to do more with the images recorded with the camcorder. Easy uploading when away from home W...
Page 37 - Preparing a computer; recording; When using a Macintosh; Install “PMB” before connecting your
7 GB Sa ving mo vies and phot os with a c omput er Preparing a computer (Windows) Step 1 Checking the computer system OS * 1 Microsoft Windows XP SP3 * 2 /Windows Vista SP2 * 3 /Windows 7 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 GHz or ...
Page 38 - Turn on the computer.; The installation screen appears.; Select the country or region.
GB Double-click the “PMB Launcher” short-cut icon on the computer screen to start “PMB Launcher.” Confirm that your camcorder is not connected to the computer. Turn on the computer. Log on as an Administrator for installation. Close all applications running on the computer before installing the ...
Page 39 - To disconnect your camcorder from the
9 GB Sa ving mo vies and phot os with a c omput er Notes To create discs or use other functions on Windows XP, Image Mastering API v2.0 for Windows XP should be installed. If Image Mastering API v2.0 for Windows XP has not been installed yet, select it from required programs on the installation scre...
Page 40 - Starting PMB; Uploading images to a; Starting up “PMB Portable”
0 GB Starting PMB (Picture Motion Browser) 1 Double-click the “PMB” short-cut icon on the computer screen. The PMB software starts up. 2 Double-click the “PMB Help” short-cut icon on the computer screen to see how to use “PMB.” Notes If the icon is not displayed on the computer screen, click [Start]...
Page 41 - Click “PMB Portable.”
1 GB Sa ving mo vies and phot os with a c omput er Touch [USB Connect] on the camcorder screen. When using Windows 7: The Device Stage * window opens. When using Windows XP/Windows Vista: The AutoPlay wizard is displayed. If the[USB Select] screen does not appear, touch (MENU) [Setup] [ (Conne...
Page 42 - Notes on “PMB Portable”
GB Notes on “PMB Portable” You can download the URLs of some websites from a server administered by Sony (hereinafter referred to as the “Sony server”) using “PMB Portable.” You must agree to the following in order to utilize the image uploading service (herein after referred to as “the service”) pr...
Page 43 - Saving images with an external device; Selecting a method for saving images with an; method to be used according to the device.; External media device
GB Sa ving images with an e xter nal devic e Saving images with an external device Selecting a method for saving images with an external device You can save high definition image quality (HD) movies using an external device. Select the method to be used according to the device. External devices Conn...
Page 44 - The types of media on which images are saved; Refer to “Selecting the recording mode” on page 26.; The devices on which the created disc can be played back; DVD disc with high definition image quality (HD); Ordinary DVD playback devices, such as a DVD player.
GB The types of media on which images are saved Refer to “Selecting the recording mode” on page 26. The devices on which the created disc can be played back DVD disc with high definition image quality (HD) AVCHD format playback devices, such as a Sony Blu-ray disc player or a PlayStation 3. DVD di...
Page 45 - Saving images on an; Functions available after saving images
GB Sa ving images with an e xter nal devic e Saving images on an external media device You can save movies and photos on an external media device (USB storage devices), such as an external hard disk drive. You can also play back images on the camcorder or another playback device. Notes For this oper...
Page 46 - on the camcorder; When connecting an external media
GB You cannot use the Built-in USB Cable for this type of connection. 5 Connect the external media device and touch [Copy.] on the camcorder screen. HDR-CX690E: Movies and photos that are stored in the memory card (inserted in the camcorder), and that have not yet been saved on to external media dev...
Page 47 - Saving desired movies and photos
7 GB Sa ving images with an e xter nal devic e Saving desired movies and photos You can save desired images in the camcorder to the external media device. Connect the camcorder to the external media device and touch [Play without copying.]. Event View of the external medium is displayed. Touch (...
Page 48 - Discs that can be used
GB Creating a disc with the DVD writer, DVDirect Express You can create a disc or play back the images on a created disc by using the DVD writer, DVDirect Express (sold separately). Refer also to the instruction manual supplied with the DVD writer. Notes Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wa...
Page 49 - Perform this operation in the following
9 GB Sa ving images with an e xter nal devic e 3 Insert an unused disc into the DVD writer, and close the disc tray. 4 Press (DISC BURN) on the DVD writer. HDR-CX690E Movies that are stored in the memory card (inserted in the camcorder), and that have not yet been saved on any disc can be saved on t...
Page 50 - To create another disc of the same; on the
0 GB Play the created disc to make sure copying was performed correctly before deleting the movies on your camcorder. If [Failed.] or [DISC BURN failed.] appears on the screen, insert another disc into the DVD writer and perform the DISC BURN operation again. Tips Disc creation time to copy movies t...
Page 51 - Creating a high
1 GB Sa ving images with an e xter nal devic e Insert a created disc into the DVD writer. The movies on the disc appear on the index screen on the camcorder. Press the play button on the DVD writer. You can also operate by the camcorder screen. After the operation is completed, touch on the ca...
Page 53 - A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO; connecting cable with S VIDEO
GB Sa ving images with an e xter nal devic e A/V connecting cable (supplied) A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO (sold separately) By using this cable, higher quality images can be produced than with an A/V connecting cable. Connect the white and red plug (left/right audio) and the S VIDEO plug (S...
Page 54 - Customizing your camcorder; Using menus; Shooting Mode (Items for selecting a shooting mode); Operating menus; Follow the procedures explained below to set the menu items.
GB Customizing your camcorder Using menus You can enjoy using your camcorder more by making good use of menu operations. The camcorder has various menu items under each of 6 menu categories. Shooting Mode (Items for selecting a shooting mode) p. 55 Camera/Mic (Items for customized shooting) p. 5...
Page 55 - Menu lists; Shooting Mode
GB Customizing y our camc or der Menu lists Shooting Mode Movie .......................................... Records movies. Photo ........................................... Shoots photos. Smth Slw REC ........................... Records fast moving subjects in slow-motion. Golf Shot ...................
Page 56 - Playback Function
GB (Face) Face Detection ............... Adjusts the image quality of the face(s) automatically. Smile Shutter .................. Automatically takes a shot whenever a smile is detected. Smile Sensitivity ............ Sets the smile detection sensitivity using the smile shutter function. (Flash) Fla...
Page 57 - Setup
7 GB Customizing y our camc or der Edit/Copy Delete.......................................... Deletes movies or photos. Protect ........................................ Protects movies or photos to avoid deleting. Copy* 3 ......................................... HDR-CX560E/CX560VE: Copies images fr...
Page 59 - Getting detailed
9 GB Customizing y our camc or der Getting detailed information from the “Handycam” Handbook The “Handycam” Handbook is a user guide designed to be read on a computer screen. The “Handycam” Handbook is intended to be read when you want to know more about operating your camcorder. 1 To install the “H...
Page 60 - Additional information; Troubleshooting; If you run into any problems using your
0 GB Additional information Troubleshooting If you run into any problems using your camcorder, follow the steps below. Check the list (p. 60 to 62), and inspect your camcorder. Remove the power source, attach the power source again after about 1 minute, and turn the camcorder on. Press RESET (...
Page 61 - “PMB” cannot be installed.
1 GB Additional inf or mation Total number of movie scenes or photos has exceeded the recordable capacity of your camcorder (p. 64). Delete unnecessary images (p. 35). The recording stops. The temperature of your camcorder is extremely high/low. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a ...
Page 63 - Recording time of; Recording time
GB Additional inf or mation Recording time of movies/number of recordable photos “HD” stands for high definition image quality, and “STD” stands for standard image quality. Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack Recording time Approximate time available when you use a fully c...
Page 64 - Expected recording time of movies; Internal recording media
GB Expected recording time of movies Internal recording media HDR-CX560E/CX560VE High definition image quality (HD) in h (hour) and m (minute) Recording mode Recording time HDR-CX560E HDR-CX560VE [50p Quality ] 5 h 15 m (5 h 15 m) 5 h 10 m (5 h 10 m) [Highest Quality ] 6 h 15 m (6 h 15 m) 6 h 10 m (...
Page 65 - You can record the maximum 40,000
GB Additional inf or mation Memory card High definition image quality (HD) (unit: minute) 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB 9 (9) 15 (15) 35 (35) 75 (75) 150 (150) 10 (10) 20 (20) 40 (40) 85 (85) 180 (180) 10 (10) 25 (25) 60 (60) 120 (120) 245 (245) 25 (15) 50 (35) 105 (80) 210 (160) 430 (325) 5.1ch * 40 (...
Page 66 - Precautions; On use and care
GB Tips You can also use memory card with a capacity of under 1 GB for recording photos. The following list shows the bit rate, pixels and aspect ratio of each recording mode (movie + audio, etc.). High definition image quality (HD): PS: Max. 28 Mbps 1,920 1,080 pixels/16:9 FX: Max. 24 Mbps 1,920 ...
Page 68 - Specifications; System
GB recommended that you perform [Empty] (See “Getting detailed information from the “Handycam” Handbook” on page 59.) to prevent the recovery of your data. Also, when you dispose of the camcorder, it is recommended that you destroy the actual body of the camcorder. Note on disposal/transfer of memor...
Page 69 - General
9 GB Additional inf or mation General Power requirements: DC 6.8 V/7.2 V (battery pack) DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor) USB Charging: DC 5 V 500 mA Average power consumption: HDR-CX560E/CX560VE: HD: 3.0 W STD: 2.9 WHDR-CX690E/CX700E/CX700VE: During camera recording using the viewfinder at normal brightness: H...
Page 70 - Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV50; On trademarks
70 GB AC Adaptor AC-L200C/AC-L200D Power requirements: AC 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz Current consumption: 0.35 A - 0.18 A Power consumption: 18 W Output voltage: DC 8.4 V * Operating temperature: 0 C to 40 C (32 °F to 104 °F) Storage temperature: –20 C to + 60 C (‒4 °F to +140 °F) Dimensions...
Page 72 - Quick reference; Screen indicators; Left
7 GB Quick reference Screen indicators Left Indicator Meaning MENU buttonSelf-timer recordingGPS triangulating status Wide Mode Fader[Face Detection] set to [Off ][Smile Shutter] set to [Off ] Manual focus Scene Selection White BalanceSteadyShot offWhite Balance ShiftTele Macrox.v.Color Conversi...
Page 73 - Parts and controls
7 GB Q uick r ef er ence Parts and controls Figures in ( ) are reference pages. Built-in microphone Active Interface Shoe The Active Interface Shoe supplies power to optional accessories such as a video light, a flash, or a microphone. The accessory can be turned on or off as you operate the POW...
Page 76 - Index
7 GB You will find the menu lists on pages 55 to 58. Index M Macintosh ....................................37Maintenance ................................66MANUAL dial.............................27Media Select ................................18Media Settings .............................18Memory car...