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4-157-878-12(1)
Digital HD Video
Camera Recorder
HXR-NX5E/NX5P/NX5M
Operating Guide
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly,
and retain it for future reference.
© 2009 Sony Corporation
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Read this first * The exFAT is a file system that is used for Before operating this unit, please read this SDXC memory cards. manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Size of memory card you can use with To handle the recorded images on your camcorder your computer Refer to “Help” on the supplied CD-ROM “Content Management Utility.” Notes on use � “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media, half the Types of memory cards you can use in size of “Memory Stick,” or standard size your camcor
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b Notes Do not expose your camcorder’s � The camcorder is not dustproof, dripproof or viewfinder, lens, or LCD screen to the waterproof. sun or strong light source for extended See “About handling of your camcorder” periods. (p. 109). � Connect cables to your camcorder with their � Intense light sources, especially the sun terminals placed the correct way. Squeezing the will converge on the viewfinder or lens terminals into your camcorder's jacks may and damage the internal parts of yo
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Read this first (Continued) recordings on a TV, you need a PAL containing AVCHD footage should not be system-based TV. used with DVD based players or recorders, as the DVD player/recorder may fail to � Television programs, films, video tapes, eject the media and may erase its contents and other materials may be copyrighted. without warning. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the copyright laws. Save all your recorded image data � Because of the way that the image
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About this manual � Memory cards and a flash memory unit are both referred to as recording media in this manual. � The images of the LCD screen and the viewfinder used in this manual for illustration purposes are captured using a digital still camera, and therefore may appear different. � The on-screen displays in each local language are used for illustrating the operating procedures. Change the screen language before using your camcorder if necessary (p. 18). � Design and specificatio
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Table of Contents Read this first ........................................................................................... 2 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items .............................................................. 9 Step 2: Attaching the supplied microphone and the lens hood with lens cover ..........................................................................................10 Step 3: Charging the battery pack .......................................................
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Editing Operating the MODE menu ....................................................................57 Protecting recorded images (Protect) .....................................................58 Using the Playlist of movies ...................................................................59 Creating the Playlist ............................................................................ 59 Playing the Playlist .............................................................................. 59
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Table of Contents (Continued) Troubleshooting Troubleshooting .....................................................................................90 Warning indicators and messages ......................................................... 99 Additional Information Recording time of movies .................................................................... 101 Using your camcorder abroad .............................................................. 103 File/folder structure on the memory card
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Getting Started Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that you have following items Large eyecup (1) (p. 16) supplied with your camcorder. The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that item supplied. � Memory cards are not included. See pages 2 and 106 for types of memory cards that you can use on your camcorder. AC Adaptor/Charger (AC-VL1) (1) (p. 12) Rechargeable battery pack (NP-F570) (1) (p. 12, 107) Lens hood with lens cover (1) (p. 10) This lens hood i
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Step 2: Attaching the supplied microphone and the lens hood with lens cover Attaching the supplied 4 Put the microphone cable into the microphone cable holder E. When you use the supplied microphone (ECM-XM1) for recording sound, do the following steps. Hook the cable in the outer cable holder. Attaching the lens hood with lens cover 1 Attach the wind screen B to the supplied microphone A. 2 Place the microphone A in the PUSH (lens hood release) button microphone holder C with the model
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Getting Started 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 lens cover. To open or close the shutter of the lens hood with lens cover Move the lens cover lever to OPEN to open the lens cover, and move the lever to CLOSE to close the lens cover. 11
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Step 3: Charging the battery pack After charging the battery You can charge the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (L series) with the The charge lamp turns off (normal charge). If you continue charging more 1 hour after supplied AC Adaptor/Charger. the charge lamp turns off, you can use the b Notes battery a little longer (full charge). Remove the battery pack from the AC � You cannot use batteries other than the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (L series) Adaptor/Charger when the charge is (p. 107).
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Getting Started To store the battery pack Using an outside power source If the battery pack is not in use for a while, You can use the AC Adaptor/Charger to run down the battery and store it. See page obtain AC power. 108 for details on storage of the battery pack. To the wall outlet (wall socket) Charging time Power cord Approximate time (min.) required when AC Adaptor/ you charge a fully discharged battery pack. Charger Charge Normal charge Fully charge lamp Battery pack time time NP-F5
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Step 3: Charging the battery pack Step 4: Turning the (Continued) power on and holding � Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power your camcorder (house current) is still supplied to it while connected to the wall outlet (wall socket) via the properly AC Adaptor/Charger. To record or play back, set the POWER switch to ON. When you use your camcorder for the first time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears (p. 17). POWER switch 1 Slide the POWER switch to ON while you press the green bu
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Getting Started Step 5: Adjusting the LCD panel and 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 turn off the LCD backlight to make the battery last longer To tu
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Step 5: Adjusting the LCD panel and viewfinder (Continued) Viewfinder Large eyecup (supplied) Viewfinder lens Attach with the adjustment lever protruding part Move it until the picture at the top. 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 be recorded on the recording media. z Tips � You can adjust the brightness of the viewfinder backlight from [VF BACKLIGH
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Getting Started 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, charg
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Step 6: Setting the date and time (Continued) 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 recording media, and can be displayed during playback (DATA CODE button, p. 51). Changing the language setting You can change the on-screen displays to show messages in a specified language. Press the MENU button and select (OTHERS) with the SEL/PUSH EXEC
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Getting Started Step 7: Inserting a memory card/Attaching a flash memory unit � When you insert a new memory card in Memory card standby mode, the [Create a new Image Database File.] screen appears. Follow the screen indication, and touch [YES]. 1 Open the cover in the direction of the arrow. To eject the memory card Lightly push the memory card once. b Notes � When the access lamp is lit or flashing in red, your camcorder is reading/writing data. Do not shake or knock your camcorder, tur
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Step 7: Inserting a memory card/Attaching a flash memory unit (Continued) b Notes � 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 you press the memory card slot A/B buttons. z Tips � When only one slot has a memory card inserted, the slot that has the memory card is selected automatically. � If the memory card is fully recorded during recording, the camcorder continues recording
