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-CX360VE/PJ30VE 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 Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: HDR-CX360E Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (...
Page 6 - Using the camcorder; LCD Screen; About language setting
GB “Handycam” Handbook (PDF) “Operating Guide” (This manual) (1) This camcorder has a built-in software application called “PMB Portable” (p. 39). See page 19 for the memory card you can use with this camcorder. Using the camcorder Do not hold the camcorder by the following parts, and also do not ...
Page 8 - The model with; Notes on use
GB If you cannot record/play back images, perform [Format] If you repeat recording/deleting images for a long time, fragmentation of data occurs on the recording media. Images cannot be saved or recorded. In such a case, save your images on some type of external media first, and then perform [Format...
Page 9 - Table of contents; Getting started
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; Turn off your camcorder by closing the LCD screen.
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.
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 - Charging time; 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 Charging time Approximate time (min.) required when you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack. Battery pack Charging time AC Adaptor Built-in USB Cable * NP-FV50 (supplied) 155 315 NP-FV70 195 600 NP-FV100 390 1050 The charging times shown in the table above are measure...
Page 14 - Notes on the AC Adaptor; Charging the battery pack abroad
1 GB We do not recommend using an NP-FV30, which only allows short recording and playback times, with your camcorder. In the default setting, the power turns off automatically if you leave your camcorder without any operation for about 5 minutes, to save battery power ([A. Shut Off ]). Notes on the ...
Page 15 - Step 2: Turning the power on, and setting the; Open the LCD screen of your camcorder.; Your camcorder is turned on.; 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. To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is open, press POWER. 2 Select the desired language, then touch [Next]. 3 Select the desired geograph...
Page 17 - To turn off the power; Close the LCD screen.; Changing the language setting
1 GB G etting star ted To turn off the power Close the LCD screen. The (Movie) lamp flashes for a few seconds and the camcorder is turned off. Tips You can turn off the camcorder also by pressing POWER. When [Power On By LCD] is set to [Off ], turn off your camcorder by pressing POWER. Changing the ...
Page 18 - Step 3: Preparing the recording media; Selecting recording media; 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 are displayed on the screen of your camcorder as following icons. * Internal memory Memory card * In the default setting, both movies and photos are recorded on this recording media. You can perform recording, playback a...
Page 19 - Inserting a memory card; Types of memory card you can use with your camcorder
1 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. Types of memory card you can use with your camcorder SD Speed Class Described in this manual “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media (Mark2) — “Memory Stick PRO Duo” m...
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.; Copying movies and photos
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.; Your camcorder is turned on and the lens cover is opened.
1 GB Rec or ding/P la yback Recording/Playback Recording In the default setting, movies and photos are recorded on the internal recording media. Movies are recorded with high definition image quality (HD). Tips To change the recording media, see page 18. 1 Fasten the grip belt. 2 Open the LCD screen...
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 23 - Data code during recording; a desired setting
GB Rec or ding/P la yback Notes If you close the LCD screen while recording movies, the camcorder stops recording. The maximum continuous recordable time of movies is about 13 hours. When a movie file exceeds 2 GB, the next movie file is created automatically. It will take several seconds until you ...
Page 24 - Shooting photos; Press PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus, then press it fully.
GB Shooting photos When disappears, the photo is recorded. Press MODE to turn on the (Photo) lamp. The LCD screen display switches for photo recording mode, and the screen aspect ratio becomes 4:3. Press PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus, then press it fully. Tips See page 63 on the recordable n...
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 - Press; The Event View screen appears after some seconds.; Touch; To the MENU screen
GB Rec or ding/P la yback 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 internal recording media are played. Tips To change the recording med...
Page 28 - Touch an image you want to view.
GB 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 the event that is displayed on the center. You can also choose an event...
Page 29 - 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
GB Rec or ding/P la yback 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 bu...
Page 30 - Viewing photos; below will be displayed when you select [; Performing Highlight Playback
0 GB 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 Set]. Performing Highligh...
Page 31 - 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
1 GB Rec or ding/P la yback 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 ...
Page 32 - When you connect with component
GB 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 standard definition image...
Page 33 - When your TV is monaural (When your; On “Photo TV HD”
GB Rec or ding/P la yback 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 y...
Page 34 - Advanced operations; Deleting movies and; You can free media space by deleting; To delete all movies/photos in an event
GB 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 from your camcorder whil...
Page 35 - Saving movies and photos with a computer; Useful functions available if you connect the; Editing and managing images on your computer (Windows); more with the images recorded with the camcorder.; View
GB Sa ving mo vies and phot os with a c omput er Saving movies and photos with a computer Useful functions available if you connect the camcorder to a computer Editing and managing images on your computer (Windows) The software PMB stored in the CD-ROM (supplied) includes functions that enable you t...
Page 36 - Preparing a computer; Windows; recording; Macintosh; When using a Macintosh
GB Preparing a computer Step 1 Checking the computer system Windows 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 faster is required when processing FX or FH movies...
Page 37 - Turn on the computer.; The installation screen appears.; Select the country or region.
GB Sa ving mo vies and phot os with a c omput er Step 2 Installing the supplied software “PMB” Install “PMB” before connecting your camcorder to a computer. Notes If a version of “PMB” under 5.0.00 has been installed on your computer, you may be unable to use some functions of those “PMB” when insta...
Page 38 - To disconnect your camcorder from the
GB When the installation is completed, remove the CD-ROM from the computer. Click (PMB icon) that appears on the desktop of the computer to start up the software. Notes To create discs or use other functions on Windows XP, Image Mastering API v2.0 for Windows XP should be installed. If Image Maste...
Page 39 - Starting PMB; Uploading images to a
GB Sa ving mo vies and phot os with a c omput er 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 dis...
Page 40 - Click “PMB Portable.”
0 GB Starting up “PMB Portable” (Macintosh) Turn on your camcorder, then connect the camcorder to the computer using the Built-in USB Cable. The [USB Select] screen appears on the camcorder screen. Touch [USB Connect] on the camcorder screen. When the computer recognizes the camcorder, the [PMBP...
Page 41 - Notes on “PMB Portable”
1 GB Sa ving mo vies and phot os with a c omput er Notes When using “PMB Portable,” make sure to connect the camcorder to the network. Set [USB LUN Setting] to [Multi] (p. 56). If the “PMB Portable” does not start up, set [USB Connect Setting] to [Mass Storage] (p. 56) and try reconnecting. If the A...
Page 42 - 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 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 Connecting cable Page External media device Sa...
Page 43 - 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 Sa ving images with an e xter nal devic e 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-ra...
Page 44 - Functions available after saving images
GB 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 operation, you need the USB Adaptor Cable VMC-...
Page 45 - on the camcorder; When connecting an external media
GB Sa ving images with an e xter nal devic e You cannot use the Built-in USB Cable for this type of connection. 5 Connect the external media device to the camcorder and touch [Copy.] on the camcorder screen. Movies and photos that are stored on one of the camcorder’s recording media selected in [Med...
Page 47 - Creating a disc with; Discs that can be used
GB Sa ving images with an e xter nal devic e Notes If your camcorder does not recognize the external media device, try the following operations. Reconnect the USB Adaptor Cable to your camcorder. If the external media device has the AC power cord (mains lead), connect it to the wall outlet (wall soc...
Page 48 - Perform this operation in the following
GB 3 Insert an unused disc into the DVD writer, and close the disc tray. 4 Press (DISC BURN) on the DVD writer. Movies that are stored on one of the camcorder’s recording media selected in [Media Select], and that have not yet been saved on any discs can be saved on the disc at this time. When there...
Page 49 - To create another disc of the same; on the; The movies on the disc appear on the
GB Sa ving images with an e xter nal devic e Touch on the camcorder screen. To create another disc of the same contents, insert a new disc and touch [CREATE SAME DISC]. After the operation is completed, touch [Exit.] on the camcorder screen. Disconnect the USB cable from your camcorder. No...
Page 50 - Creating a high; Use the USB cable to connect your
0 GB After the operation is completed, touch on the camcorder screen and remove the disc when the tray is open. Touch and disconnect the USB cable. Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc with a DVD writer, etc., other than DVDirect Express Use the USB cable to connect your camcorder ...
Page 51 - Creating a standard
1 GB Sa ving images with an e xter nal devic e If the [USB Select] screen does not appear, touch (MENU) [Setup] [ (Connection)] [USB Connect]. 3 Touch [USB Connect] on the camcorder screen. The displayed recording media differ depending on the model. 4 Record movies on the connected device. Fo...
Page 52 - connecting cable with S VIDEO
GB 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 VIDEO channel) of the A/V connecting cabl...
Page 53 - 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 y our camc or der 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. 54 Camera/Mic (Items f...
Page 54 - Menu lists; Shooting Mode
GB Menu lists Shooting Mode Movie .......................................... Records movies. Photo ........................................... Shoots photos. Smth Slw REC ........................... Records fast moving subjects in slow-motion. Golf Shot .................................... Divides t...
Page 55 - Playback Function
GB Customizing y our camc or der (Shooting Assist) Guide Frame.................... Displays the frame to make sure the subject is horizontal or vertical. Display Setting ............... Sets the duration that icons or indicators are displayed on the LCD screen. Light Bright* 1 .................. Adj...
Page 57 - Getting detailed
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 “Han...
Page 58 - Additional information; Troubleshooting; If you run into any problems using your
GB Additional information Troubleshooting If you run into any problems using your camcorder, follow the steps below. Check the list (p. 58 to 60), and inspect your camcorder. Remove the power source, attach the power source again after about 1 minute, and turn the camcorder on. Press RESET (p....
Page 59 - “PMB” cannot be installed.
GB Additional inf or mation The 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. “PMB” cannot be installed. Check the computer environment or installation procedure required to install “PMB” (p. 36). “PMB...
Page 60 - “HD” stands for high definition image; Recording time; Approximate time available when you use a
0 GB Incompatible memory card is inserted (p. 19). The memory card is write-protected. Access to the memory card was restricted on another device. There is something wrong with the flash (HDR-CX360E/CX360VE/PJ30E/PJ30VE). The amount of light is not sufficient. Use the flash (HDR-CX360E/CX360VE/PJ3...
Page 61 - Expected recording time of movies; Internal recording media
1 GB Additional inf or mation Expected recording time of movies Internal recording media HDR-CX360E/CX360VE High definition image quality (HD) in h (hour) and m (minute) Recording mode Recording time HDR-CX360E HDR-CX360VE [50p Quality ] 2 h 35 m (2 h 35 m) 2 h 30 m (2 h 30 m) [Highest Quality ] 3 h...
Page 62 - Memory card
GB Recording mode Recording time [Long Time ] (5.1ch) * 6 h 15 m (5 h 5 m) [Long Time ] (2ch) * 6 h 25 m (5 h 15 m) Standard definition image quality (STD) in h (hour) and m (minute) Recording mode Recording time [Standard ] (5.1ch) * 3 h 45 m (3 h 25 m) [Standard ] (2ch) * 3 h 50 m (3 h 30 m) HDR-P...
Page 63 - You can record the maximum 40,000 photos.
GB Additional inf or mation Notes The unique pixel array of Sony’s ClearVid and the image processing system (BIONZ) allow still image resolution equivalent to the sizes described. Tips You can also use memory card with a capacity of under 1 GB for recording photos. The following list shows the bit-r...
Page 64 - Precautions; On use and care
GB Precautions On use and care Do not use or store the camcorder and accessories in the following locations: Anywhere extremely hot, cold or humid. Never leave them exposed to temperatures above 60 C (140 °F), such as under direct sunlight, near heaters or in a car parked in the sun. They may malf...
Page 66 - Specifications; System
GB WARNING Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire. When the lithium battery becomes weak, the operating distance of the Wireless Remote Commander may shorten, or the Wireless Remote Commander may not function properly. In this case, replace the battery ...
Page 67 - Input/Output connectors
GB Additional inf or mation Effective (photo, 16:9): Approx. 2 650 000 pixels Effective (photo, 4:3): Approx. 3 540 000 pixels Lens: G lens HDR-PJ10E: 30 (Optical) * 2 , 42 (Extended) * 3 , 350 (Digital) Filter diameter: 37 mm (1 1/2 in.) F1.8 ~ 3.4 Focal length: f=2.1 mm ~ 63.0 mm (3/32 in. ~...
Page 68 - Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV50
GB HDR-PJ10E: 58.5 mm 64.5 mm 116.5 mm (2 3/8 in. × 2 5/8 in. × 4 5/8 in.) (w/h/d) including the projecting parts 58.5 mm 64.5 mm 128 mm (2 3/8 in. × 2 5/8 in. × 5 1/8 in.) (w/h/d) including the projecting parts, and the supplied rechargeable battery pack attached HDR-PJ30E/PJ30VE: 58.5 mm ...
Page 69 - On trademarks
GB Additional inf or mation On trademarks “Handycam” and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. “AVCHD” and “AVCHD” logotype are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. “Memory Stick,” “ ,” “Memory Stick Duo,” “ ,” “Memory Stick PRO Duo,” “ ,” “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo,” “ ,...
Page 70 - Quick reference; Screen indicators; Left
0 GB Quick reference Screen indicators Left Indicator Meaning MENU buttonSelf-timer recordingGPS triangulating statusVideo light Wide Mode Fader[Face Detection] set to [Off ][Smile Shutter] set to [Off ] Manual focus Scene Selection White BalanceSteadyShot offWhite Balance ShiftTele Macrox.v.Col...
Page 71 - Parts and controls
1 GB Q uick r ef er ence Parts and controls Figures in ( ) are reference pages. HDR-CX360E/CX360VE/PJ30E/PJ30VE HDR-PJ10E 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...
Page 74 - Index
GB You will find the menu lists on pages 54 to 56. Index M Macintosh ....................................36Maintenance ................................64Media Select ................................18Media Settings .............................18Memory card ...............................19“Memory S...