Page 1 Print Find Help Guide Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Use this Help Guide when you have any questions on how to use your product. How to Use Before use Getting started Recording Playback Saving images with an external device...
Page 2: How To Use
Troubleshooting Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators Warning messages List of Topics How to Use Troubleshooting Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table Of Contents Table of Contents ..........................How to Use ........................... Before use .......................... Model Information ....................Parts and controls ....................Parts and controls (front/top) ..............Parts and controls (LCD monitor) ............. Parts and controls (side) ................Parts and controls (back/bottom) ..............
Page 4 Playback ..........................Playing images using Event View ................. Playing movies and photos from the Event View screen ......Screen display on the Event View screen ..........Playing images using Highlight Playback ............. Playing back a short movie (Highlight Playback) ........Changing the settings for Highlight Playback ..........
Page 5 What you can do with the Wi-Fi function ............. Controlling via a smartphone ................Using your smartphone or tablet as a wireless remote commander ..................... Using your smartphone or tablet as a wireless remote commander using the NFC function ............Transferring images to a smartphone ..............
Page 6 Repair Img. DB F..................File Number ..................... Data Code ....................Volume ....................Motion Interval ADJ ................. Download Music (HDR-CX240/PJ240/PJ270/PJ275) ......Empty Music (HDR-CX240/PJ240/PJ270/PJ275) ........WPS Push (HDR-PJ275) ................ Access point settings (HDR-PJ275) ............Edit Device Name (HDR-PJ275) ............. TOC-4...
Page 7 Disp MAC Address (HDR-PJ275) ............SSID/PW Reset (HDR-PJ275) ..............Network Info Reset (HDR-PJ275) ............TV Type ....................HDMI Resolution ..................CTRL FOR HDMI ..................USB Connect ..................USB Connect Setting ................USB Power Supply .................. USB LUN Setting ..................Beep ......................
Page 8 About the AVCHD format ................ About the memory card ................About the battery pack ................Handling of this product ..................On use and care ..................On connecting to a computer or accessory etc........Notes on optional accessories ..............On moisture condensation ..............
Page 9: Playback
Monitor ........................Menu items are grayed out..............The buttons do not appear on the LCD monitor........The buttons on the LCD monitor quickly disappear ........ There are dots in the shape of a grid on the monitor ......The backlight of the LCD monitor turns off if you do not attempt to operate this product for a while ..........
Page 10 The wireless access point you want to connect to does not appear..................... [WPS Push] does not work..............[Ctrl with Smartphone], [Send to Smartphone], [Send to Computer] or [View on TV] terminatesprematurely......... Cannot transfer movies to your smartphone ...........
Page 11: Before Use
Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Before use Model Information Parts and controls Screen indicators How to operate Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 12 Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Getting started Checking the supplied items Power source preparations Initial setup Preparing a memory card Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 13 Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Recording Recording movies/photos Useful functions for recording Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 14: Playing Images Using Event View
Playing MP4 movies (HD movie) (switching the movie format) Editing images from the playback screen Using the built-in projector Playing images on a high definition TV Playing images on a non-high-definition TV Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 15 Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Saving images with an external device Using the PlayMemories Home software Creating a disc with a recorder Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 16 What you can do with the Wi-Fi function Controlling via a smartphone Transferring images to a smartphone Transferring images to a computer Transferring images to a TV Connecting a smartphone Installing PlayMemories Mobile Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 17 Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Menu operations Using menu items Shooting Mode Camera/Mic Image Quality/Size Playback Function Edit/Copy Setup Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 18: Charging Time/Recording Time Of Movies/Number Of Recordable Photos
Expected movie recording time and number of recordable photos for the internal memory Expected movie recording time and number of recordable photos for memory cards Bit-rate for each recording mode Pixels recorded at each image size of photos Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 19 Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Additional information Precautions Handling of this product Maintenance Using this product abroad Trademarks License Zoom magnifications Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 20: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting If you have problems Overall operations Batteries/power sources Monitor Memory card Recording Playback Wi-Fi Editing movies/photos on this product Playback on a TV Copying/Connecting to other devices Connecting to a computer Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 21 Print Find Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 22 Print Find Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Warning messages Warning messages Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 23: Parts And Controls (Front/Top)
Print Find Help Guide List of Topics Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 How to Use Before use Model Information Model Information Parts and controls Parts and controls (front/top) Parts and controls (LCD monitor) Parts and controls (side) Parts and controls (back/bottom)
Page 24 Recording movies Shooting photos Useful functions for recording Zooming Capturing photos during movie recording (Dual Capture) Recording in mirror mode Intelligent Auto Playback Playing images using Event View Playing movies and photos from the Event View screen Screen display on the Event View screen Playing images using Highlight Playback Playing back a short movie (Highlight Playback) Changing the settings for Highlight Playback...
Page 25 About the dedicated software for this product Creating a Blu-ray disc Creating a disc with a recorder Creating a disc with a recorder Using the Wi-Fi function What you can do with the Wi-Fi function What you can do with the Wi-Fi function (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Controlling via a smartphone Using your smartphone or tablet as a wireless remote commander (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Using your smartphone or tablet as a wireless remote commander using the NFC function (NFC one-touch remote)
Page 26 Media Select (HDR-PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275) Media Info Format Empty (HDR-PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275) Repair Img. DB F. File Number Data Code Volume Motion Interval ADJ Download Music (HDR-CX240/PJ240/PJ270/PJ275) Empty Music (HDR-CX240/PJ240/PJ270/PJ275) WPS Push (HDR-PJ275) Access point settings (HDR-PJ275) Edit Device Name (HDR-PJ275) Disp MAC Address (HDR-PJ275)
Page 27 SSID/PW Reset (HDR-PJ275) Network Info Reset (HDR-PJ275) TV Type HDMI Resolution CTRL FOR HDMI USB Connect USB Connect Setting USB Power Supply USB LUN Setting Beep Monitor Brightness Airplane Mode (HDR-PJ275) Language Setting Power Save Initialize Demo Mode Date & Time Setting Area Setting Charging time/recording time of movies/number of recordable photos Check the charging time...
Page 28 To clean the casing and the projector lens surface (models with the projector) About care and storage of the lens Using this product abroad Using this product abroad World time difference Trademarks On trademarks License Notes on the License Zoom magnifications Zoom magnifications Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 29 Print Find Help Guide List of Topics Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you have problems If you have problems Overall operations The power does not turn on. This product does not operate even when the power is set to on.
Page 30 There is a slight time lag between the moment when START/STOP is pressed and the actual movie recording starts or stops. The auto focus does not function. SteadyShot does not function. Images cannot be recorded or played back correctly. The subjects passing across this product very fast appear crooked. Horizontal stripes appear on the images.
Page 31 Warning messages Warning Indicators Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 32 This content uses cookies. To use services incorporating cookies, you need to set your browser to allow cookies. Handling of personal information obtained from websites Sony may use cookies, web beacons or similar technologies to make statistical analysis of customers’ usage of this content while preserving anonymity.
Page 33 Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Model Information Model Information Explains how to confirm the model name of this product and differences between each model. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 34: Parts And Controls
Parts and controls (side) Explains the parts and controls on the side of this product. Parts and controls (back/bottom) Explains the parts and controls on the back and bottom sides of this product. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 35 Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Screen indicators Screen indicators Explains the icons displayed at times such as when changing the settings. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 36: How To Operate
Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 How to operate Selecting items on the LCD monitor Use the multi-selector to select the items on the LCD monitor. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 37: Supplied Items
Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Checking the supplied items Supplied items Check the supplied accessories. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 38: Power Source Preparations
Using this product supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket) Shows how to use this product while supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket). Checking the remaining battery power Explains the indicator which indicates the remaining battery power. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 39: Initial Setup
Adjusting the angle of the LCD monitor for easier viewing You can adjust the angle of the LCD monitor for easier viewing. Displaying items on the LCD monitor Shows how to set the screen display. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 40: Preparing A Memory Card
Inserting a memory card Shows how to insert a memory card. Types of memory card you can use with this product Introduces types of memory card you can use with this product. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 41: Recording
Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Recording movies/photos Recording movies Record movies. Shooting photos Shoot photos. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 42: Useful Functions For Recording
You can rotate the LCD monitor 180 degrees so the LCD monitor faces toward you to record yourself. Intelligent Auto This product records images after selecting the most suitable setting for the subjects or the situation automatically. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 43: Playing Movies And Photos From The Event View Screen
Playing movies and photos from the Event View screen You can search for recorded images by date and recording time (Event View). Screen display on the Event View screen Explains the Event View screen. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 44: Playing Images Using Highlight Playback
You can save your favorite Highlight Playback as a “Scenario.” Up to 8 scenarios can be saved. Playing back a saved scenario You can play back Highlight Scenarios saved on this product. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 45: Playing Mp4 Movies (Hd Movie) (Switching The Movie Format)
Playing MP4 movies (HD movie) (switching the movie format) Playing MP4 movies (HD movie) (switching the movie format) The format of a movie to be played or edited can be changed on the Event View screen. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 46: Editing Images From The Playback Screen
Capturing a photo from a movie (models with the internal memory or models with the USB IN/OUT jacks) You can capture images from movies recorded with this product. Viewing trajectory of a moving object (Motion Shot Video) You can view the trajectory of a fast-moving object. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 47: Using The Built-In Projector
You can use a flat surface such as a wall as a screen to view recorded images using the built-in projector. Using the projector for your computer or smartphone (models with the projector) You can project images from a computer or smartphone using the built-in projector. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 48: Playing Images On A High Definition Tv
You can operate this product with the remote commander of your TV by connecting this product to a BRAVIA Sync compatible TV launched in 2008 or later with the HDMI cable. On Photo TV HD Explains Photo TV HD. On the HDMI cable Read the precautions regarding the HDMI cable. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 49: Playing Images On A Non-High-Definition Tv
Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Playing images on a non-high-definition TV Connecting this product to a non-high-definition TV Play back images with this product connected to a TV by an AV cable (sold separately). Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 50: Using The Playmemories Home Software
Disconnect this product from the computer connected with the Built-in USB Cable. About the dedicated software for this product You can download the dedicated software from the Sony website. Creating a Blu-ray disc You can create a Blu-ray disc with an AVCHD movie previously imported to a computer.
Page 51: Creating A Disc With A Recorder
Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Creating a disc with a recorder Creating a disc with a recorder You can copy images played back on this product on a disc or video cassette. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 52: What You Can Do With The Wi-Fi Function
What you can do with the Wi-Fi function What you can do with the Wi-Fi function (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Explains what you can do using the Wi-Fi function of this product. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 53: Controlling Via A Smartphone
Using your smartphone or tablet as a wireless remote commander using the NFC function (NFC one- touch remote) (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) You can operate this product using your NFC-enabled smartphone or tablet as a wireless remote commander. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 54: Transferring Images To A Smartphone
Transferring movies (MP4) and photos to your smartphone or tablet using the NFC function (NFC one- touch sharing) (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Transfer images to your NFC-enabled Android smartphone or tablet. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 55: Transferring Images To A Computer
How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Transferring images to a computer Send to Computer (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) You can transfer and save movies and photos to your computer. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 56: Transferring Images To A Tv
Playing images on a TV (View on TV) (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) You can view images on your TV connected to the network by transferring images from this product without connecting this product and TV with a cable. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 57: Connecting A Smartphone
Shows how to connect this product to your iPhone or iPad. Connecting to an NFC-enabled smartphone or tablet (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) You can easily connect this product to your NFC-enabled Android smartphone or tablet. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 58: Installing Playmemories Mobile
Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Installing PlayMemories Mobile About the PlayMemories Mobile software (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Explains PlayMemories Mobile. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 59: Using Menu Items
Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Using menu items Setting up menu items Shows how to set the menu items. How to use the keyboard (HDR-PJ275) Explains how to use the keyboard to be displayed. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 60: Shooting Mode
Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Shooting Mode Movie You can select the movie recording mode. Photo You can select the photo shooting mode. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 61: Camera/Mic
Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Camera/Mic White Balance You can adjust the color balance to the recording environment. Exposure You can fix the brightness of an image manually. Focus You can adjust the focus manually.
Page 62 You can display the lines and check that the subject is horizontal or vertical. Display Setting You can set the duration of displaying the icons or indicators on the LCD monitor while recording. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 63: Image Quality/Size
You can set the dual recording mode (recording an MP4 movie during movie recording) to on or off. Image Size You can select a size for the photos you are going to shoot. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 64: Playback Function
Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Playback Function Event View You can play back recorded images by date of recording (Event View). Scenario You can view Highlight Scenario that you have saved. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 65: Edit/Copy
Transfer images recorded with this product to your computer. Delete You can delete unnecessary images. Protect Protect movies and photos to avoid deleting them by mistake. Copy You can copy images stored on the recording media using this product. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 66: Setup
You can adjust the volume of playback sound. Motion Interval ADJ Adjusts the residual image intervals of a motion shot video. Download Music (HDR-CX240/PJ240/PJ270/PJ275) You can transfer music files from audio CDs etc., to this product by connecting this product to a computer. Empty Music (HDR-CX240/PJ240/PJ270/PJ275)
Page 67: Disp Mac Address (Hdr-Pj275)
WPS Push (HDR-PJ275) If your access point has a WPS button, you can register the access point to this product easily. Access point settings (HDR-PJ275) You can register your access point manually. Edit Device Name (HDR-PJ275) You can change the device name for Wi-Fi Direct etc. Disp MAC Address (HDR-PJ275) Display the MAC address of this product.
Page 68: Beep
Date & Time Setting Set the date & time settings. Area Setting You can adjust a time difference without stopping the clock. Select your local area when using this product in other time zones. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 69: Charging Time
Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Check the charging time Charging time Informs you of the approximate time required to fully charge a fully discharged battery pack. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 70: Expected Recording And Playback Times For Individual Batteries
Expected recording and playback times for individual batteries Expected recording time with NP-BX1 Informs you of the expected recording time with NP-BX1. Expected playback time with NP-BX1 Informs you of the expected playback time with NP-BX1. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 71: Expected Movie Recording Time And Number Of Recordable Photos For The Internal Memory
Informs you of the expected recording time when saving on the internal memory. Expected number of recordable photos Informs you of the expected number of images you can save on the internal memory. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 72: Expected Movie Recording Time And Number Of Recordable Photos For Memory Cards
Informs you of the expected recording time of movies when saving on a memory card. Expected number of recordable photos Informs you of the expected number of images you can save on a memory card. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 73: Bit-Rate For Each Recording Mode
Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Bit-rate for each recording mode Bit-rate and recording pixels Explains the bit-rate, pixels and aspect ratio of each recording mode for movies (movie + audio, etc). Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 74: Pixels Recorded At Each Image Size Of Photos
Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Pixels recorded at each image size of photos Recording pixels and aspect ratio Explains the photo recording pixels and the aspect ratio. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 75: Precautions
Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Precautions About the AVCHD format Explains the AVCHD standard. About the memory card Read the precautions regarding memory cards. About the battery pack Read the battery information. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 76: Handling Of This Product
Read the information on accessories (sold separately). On moisture condensation Read the information on moisture condensation. Notes on disposal/transfer the ownership of this product (models equipped with the internal memory) Read the notes on disposal/transfer of this product. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 77: Maintenance
To clean the casing and the projector lens surface (models with the projector) Read the information on care of the casing and lens. About care and storage of the lens Read the information on care and storage of the lens. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 78: Using This Product Abroad
Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Using this product abroad Using this product abroad Read the information on using this product abroad. World time difference Check the time difference for cities worldwide. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 79: Trademarks
Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Trademarks On trademarks Read the information on trademarks. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 80: License
Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 License Notes on the License Read the notes on the license. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 81: Zoom Magnifications
Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Zoom magnifications Zoom magnifications Introduces the zoom magnifications you can set on this product for recording. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 82: Troubleshooting
Print Find Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 If you have problems If you have problems Explains the procedure to follow if you run into any problems using this product. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 83: Overall Operations
This product does not operate even when the power is set to on. The menu settings have been changed automatically. This product gets warm. A rattling noise is heard when this product is shaken. Intelligent Auto is canceled. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 84: Batteries/Power Sources
The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp does not light while the battery pack is being charged. The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp flashes while the battery pack is being charged. The remaining battery power is not displayed correctly. The battery pack is quickly discharged. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 85: Monitor
There are dots in the shape of a grid on the monitor. The backlight of the LCD monitor turns off if you do not attempt to operate this product for a while. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 86: Memory Card
Operations using the memory card cannot be performed. Images stored on the memory card cannot be deleted. The data file name is not indicated correctly or flashes. Images cannot be played back or the memory card is not recognized. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 87: Recording
Print Find Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Recording Pressing START/STOP or PHOTO does not record images. Photos cannot be recorded. The access lamp remains lit or flashing even if recording has stopped. The imaging field looks different.
Page 88: Playback
HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Playback Images cannot be played back. Photos cannot be played back. The movie freezes. An icon appears on a thumbnail. No sound or only a quiet sound is heard during playback. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 89: The Wireless Access Point You Want To Connect To Does Not Appear
Cannot transfer movies to your smartphone. (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) The shooting screen does not display smoothly. The connection is cut off. (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) The NFC connection does not work. (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 90: Editing Movies/Photos On This Product
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Editing movies/photos on this product Unable to edit. A movie cannot be divided. The demonstration movies cannot be deleted. (models with the internal memory) Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 91: Playback On A Tv
The top, bottom, right, and left edges of images are trimmed slightly on a connected TV. The image appears distorted on the 4:3 TV. Black bands appear at the top and bottom of the LCD monitor of the 4:3 TV. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 92: Copying/Connecting To Other Devices
Print Find Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Copying/Connecting to other devices Images are not copied correctly. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 93: Connecting To A Computer
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Connecting to a computer PlayMemories Home cannot be installed. PlayMemories Home does not work correctly. This product is not recognized by the computer. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 94: Self-Diagnosis Display
Print Find Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators Self-diagnosis display Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 95: Warning Indicators
Print Find Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Warning messages Warning Indicators If warning messages appear, follow the instructions. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 96 Models with the internal memory: HDR-PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Models with the projector: HDR-PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions: HDR-PJ275 Models with the NTSC color system: HDR-CX240/PJ240/PJ270/PJ275 Models with the PAL color system: HDR-CX240E/PJ240E/PJ270E Models with the USB IN/OUT jacks: HDR-CX240/PJ240/PJ270/PJ275 Models with the USB Output only jack: HDR-CX240E/PJ240E/PJ270E Note For the following items, the descriptions are explained with the model name.
Page 97 Parts and controls (LCD monitor) Parts and controls (side) Parts and controls (back/bottom) Screen indicators Expected recording time of movies Expected number of recordable photos Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 98: Parts And Controls (Front/Top)
Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Parts and controls (front/top) 1. Power zoom lever 2. PHOTO button 3. N mark (HDR-PJ275) NFC: Near Field Communication 4. LENS COVER switch 5. Lens (ZEISS lens) 6. Built-in microphone Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 99: Parts And Controls (Lcd Monitor)
5. LCD monitor If you rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees, you can close the LCD monitor with the screen facing out. This is convenient during playback operations. 6. Projector lens (HDR-PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275) Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 100: Parts And Controls (Side)
2. Memory card slot 3. Memory card access lamp While the lamp is lit or flashing, this product is reading or writing data. 4. HDMI OUT jack 5. PROJECTOR IN jack (HDR-PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275) Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 101: Parts And Controls (Back/Bottom)
Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Parts and controls (back/bottom) 1. POWER/CHG (charge) lamp 2. START/STOP button 3. Loop for a shoulder belt 4. MULTI Terminal This terminal does not support VMC-AVM1 Adaptor Cable (sold separately). You cannot use accessories via an A/V Remote Connector.
Page 102: Notes On Use
Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 103: Intelligent Auto
Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Screen indicators The following indicators appear when you change the settings. On the left side of the screen ( MENU button Self-timer recording [Airplane Mode] set to [On]...
Page 104 Indicators and their positions are approximate and may differ from what you actually see. Some indicators may not appear, depending on the model. Related Topic Screen display on the Event View screen Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 105 Use the multi-selector to select the items on the LCD monitor. 1. Move the multi-selector towards to select the desired item. 2. Press the center of the multi-selector to complete the selection. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 106 Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Supplied items The numbers in ( ) indicate the supplied quantity. Camcorder (1) AC Adaptor (1) The shape of the AC Adaptor varies depending on the countries/regions.
Page 107 Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Inserting the battery pack Insert the battery pack to this product. 1. Open the battery cover by sliding it in the direction of arrow. A: Battery cover 2.
Page 108 You cannot insert any battery pack other than the X type to this product. In the default setting, the power turns off automatically if you leave this product without any operation for about 2 minutes, to save battery power (Power Save). Related Topic Power Save Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 109 Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Charging the battery pack using the AC Adaptor Charge the battery pack using the supplied AC Adaptor. Insert the battery pack in advance. 1. Close the LCD monitor.
Page 110 It is recommended that you charge the battery in a temperature range of 10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F). Related Topic Charging time Expected recording time with NP-BX1 Expected playback time with NP-BX1 Using this product abroad Checking the remaining battery power Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 111 Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Charging the battery pack using your computer Charge the battery pack by connecting this product and your computer with the Built-in USB Cable. Insert the battery pack in advance.
Page 112 It is recommended that you charge the battery in a temperature range of 10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F). Related Topic Charging time Expected recording time with NP-BX1 Expected playback time with NP-BX1 Using this product abroad Checking the remaining battery power Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 113 Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Turning the power on Turn on this product. 1. Open the LCD monitor of this product and turn the power on. To turn off the power Close the LCD monitor. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 114 Even when connecting the AC Adaptor to this product, this product may subsidiarily use power from the battery pack depending on the environment in which you use this product. Related Topic Charging the battery pack using the AC Adaptor USB Power Supply Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 115 It will take approximately 1 minute to display the correct remaining battery power. The remaining battery power may not be displayed correctly depending on ambient conditions and the environment in which you are using this product. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 116 Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Setting the language, date and time Set the language, date and time when using this product for the first time. 1. Open the LCD monitor of this product and turn the power on.
Page 117 Adjusting the angle of the LCD monitor for easier viewing You can adjust the angle of the LCD monitor for easier viewing. 1. First open the LCD monitor 90 degrees to this product ( ), and then adjust the angle ( Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 118 To display items on the LCD monitor again, operate the multi-selector. Hint To keep the LCD monitor active, use [Display Setting] to change the setting. Related Topic Display Setting Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 119 Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Inserting a memory card Insert a memory card into this product. 1. Open the cover and insert the memory card until it clicks. microSD memory card: Insert the memory card straight in the direction shown in figure A until it clicks.
Page 120 Displaying items on the LCD monitor Expected recording time of movies Expected number of recordable photos Types of memory card you can use with this product Media Select (HDR-PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275) Format Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 121 For recording movies, use the card of Class 4 or faster. microSD cards with a capacity up to 64 GB have been confirmed to operate properly with this product. Related Topic Expected recording time of movies Expected number of recordable photos Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 122 Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Recording movies Record movies. 1. Open the lens cover. 2. Open the LCD monitor of this product and turn the power on. 3. Press START/STOP to start recording.
Page 123 When you do not want to record an MP4 movie, set [Dual Video REC] to [Off]. Related Topic Expected recording time of movies Media Select (HDR-PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275) Media Info Grid Line Dual Video REC Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 124 Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Shooting photos Shoot photos. 1. Open the lens cover. 2. Open the LCD monitor of this product and turn the power on. 3. Select [MODE] on the LCD monitor, and then select the photo recording mode.
Page 125 During this time, do not apply shock or vibration to this product, or remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor. Access lamp is lit or flashing The media icon in the upper right of the LCD monitor is flashing Related Topic Image Size Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 126 The minimum possible distance between this product and subject while maintaining sharp focus is about 1 cm (about 13/32 in.) for wide angle and about 80 cm (about 31 1/2 in.) for telephoto. Related Topic Digital Zoom Zoom magnifications Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 127 REC Mode] and [ Frame Rate]. You cannot capture photos during movie recording in the following situation(s): When an item of [Picture Effect] is selected Related Topic REC Mode Frame Rate Picture Effect Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 128 ), then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side ( and then start recording. Hint A mirror-image of the subject appears on the LCD monitor, but the image will be normal when recorded. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 129 Face detection: (Portrait), (Baby) Scene detection: (Backlight), (Landscape), (Night Scene), (Spotlight), (Low light), (Macro) Camera-shake detection: (Tripod) Note This product may not detect the expected scene or subject, depending on the recording conditions. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 130 Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Playing movies and photos from the Event View screen You can search for recorded images by date and time of recording (Event View). 1. Open the LCD monitor and press (View Images) to enter the playback mode.
Page 131 To repeat Slideshow, select - [Slideshow Set] when is selected with the Switch Image Type button. Related Topic Send to Computer (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Protect Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 132 Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Screen display on the Event View screen Explains items displayed on the Event View screen. Event View screen 1. To the MENU screen 2. Event name 3. To the previous event 4.
Page 133 8. To switch between the movie/photo playback screen 9. Movie 10. Photo Hint Reduced-size images which enable you to view many images at the same time on an index screen are called “thumbnails.” Related Topic Event View Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 134 Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Playing back a short movie (Highlight Playback) You can enjoy movies and photos as a short movie. 1. Open the LCD monitor and press (View Images) to enter the playback mode.
Page 135 You can restore the music data recorded on this product at the default using “Music Transfer.” For operating instructions, see “Music Transfer” help (models with the USB IN/OUT jacks). Related Topic Empty Music (HDR-CX240/PJ240/PJ270/PJ275) Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1)
Page 136 . Or play the desired photo and select appears on the movie or photo that is used in a Highlight Playback. To erase the points, select - [Clear All Points]. Related Topic Playing back a short movie (Highlight Playback) Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 137 2. When the Highlight Playback starts again, select Scenario Save]. Note The scenarios can be played on this product only. Related Topic Playing back a short movie (Highlight Playback) Playing back a saved scenario Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 138 - [Playback Function] - [ Scenario], select the desired scenario, and then select Hint To erase a saved scenario, select - [Erase]/[Erase All] on the [ Scenario] screen. Related Topic Saving Highlight Playback (Scenario Save) Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 139 2. Select the movie format you want to play from at the top right corner of the LCD monitor. The format of a movie to be played or edited will be switched. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 140 If you delete or divide movies that are included in saved scenarios, the scenarios will also be deleted. Related Topic Using the PlayMemories Home software Saving Highlight Playback (Scenario Save) Delete Dividing a movie Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 141 Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Deleting the selected images Select and delete unnecessary images. 1. Press the button on this product to enter the playback mode. 2. On the Event View screen, select , and then select the movie format you want to delete.
Page 142 , and then select the movie format you want to delete. - [Edit/Copy]/[Edit] - [Delete]. 4. Select [All In Event]. 5. Select the date you want to delete using , and then select Related Topic Format Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 143 A slight difference may occur from the point where you select and the actual dividing point, as this product selects the dividing point based on about half-second increments. An MP4 movie cannot be divided. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 144 The recording date and time of captured photos are the same as the recording date and time of the movies. If the movie you are capturing from has no data code, the recording date and time of the photo will be the date and time you captured from the movie. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 145 You can capture photos from your favorite scene of a [Motion Shot Video] ([Photo Capture]). Related Topic Playing movies and photos from the Event View screen Capturing photos during movie recording (Dual Capture) Motion Interval ADJ Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 146 Several other functions When the projected images contain a lot of black, faint color unevenness may appear. This is caused by light reflection in the projector lens and is not a malfunction. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 147 Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Using the built-in projector (models with the projector) You can use a flat surface such as a wall as a screen to view recorded images using the built-in projector.
Page 148 For details on playback, see “Playing movies and photos from the Event View screen.” Press PROJECTOR to turn off the projector. Related Topic Playing movies and photos from the Event View screen Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 149 Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Using the projector for your computer or smartphone (models with the projector) You can project images from a computer or smartphone using the built-in projector. 1. Connect the PROJECTOR IN jack of this product to an HDMI output jack of the other device using the HDMI cable (supplied).
Page 150 You can only operate the PROJECTOR FOCUS lever while projecting images. Hint If the terminal of the device connected is not compatible with the HDMI cable (supplied), use an HDMI plug adaptor (sold separately). Related Topic On the HDMI cable Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 151 If the TV does not have an HDMI input jack, use an AV cable (sold separately). If you connect this product to the TV using more than one type of cable to output images, HDMI input takes priority on the TV. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 152 The operation of BRAVIA Sync differs according to each model of BRAVIA. Refer to the instruction manual of your TV for details. If you turn off the TV, this product is turned off simultaneously. Related Topic CTRL FOR HDMI Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 153 This product is compatible with the Photo TV HD standard. Photo TV HD allows for highly-detailed, photo-like depiction of subtle textures and colors. By connecting Sony’s Photo TV HD-compatible devices using the HDMI cable(*), a whole new world of photos can be enjoyed in breathtaking HD quality.
Page 154 Do not connect the HDMI OUT jack of this product to an external device HDMI OUT jack, as malfunction may result. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an interface to send both video/audio signals. The HDMI OUT jack outputs high quality images and digital audio. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 155 3. Play a movie or a photo on this product. Note Refer to the instruction manuals of the TV as well. Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power source. Related Topic TV Type Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 156 E: Upload images to online services F: Play the imported images G: Share images on PlayMemories Online Installing the PlayMemories Home software in your computer PlayMemories Home can be downloaded from the following URL. www.sony.net/pm/ Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 157 Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Checking the computer system You can check the system requirements for software at the following URL. www.sony.net/pcenv/ Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 158 Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Installing the PlayMemories Home software in your computer Installing the PlayMemories Home software on your computer enables you to make use of your recorded images. 1. Access the following download page using an Internet browser on your computer to download the PlayMemories Home software.
Page 159 The connection with the computer is released. If you use a Windows 7 or Windows 8 computer, a disconnection icon may not be displayed. In this case, you can release the connection without performing the above operations. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 160 Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 About the dedicated software for this product You can download the dedicated software from the Sony website. Windows: www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Win/ Mac: www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/ Note The software that can be used with this product will differ, depending on the countries/regions.
Page 161 To play back a Blu-ray disc that has been created with a movie that was recorded in [60p Quality (models with the NTSC color system) / [50p Quality ] (models with the PAL color system) image quality, you need a device that complies with the AVCHD Ver. 2.0 format. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 162 Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Creating a disc with a recorder You can copy images on this product onto a disc or video casette. Connect this product to a disc recorder with an AV cable (sold separately).
Page 163 Set [TV Type] to [4:3] if the screen size of your display device such as TV is 4:3. Related Topic Charging the battery pack using the AC Adaptor Data Code TV Type Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 164 Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 What you can do with the Wi-Fi function (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Explains what you can do using the Wi-Fi function of this product. Saving movies and photos to your computer...
Page 165: Playing Images On A Tv
Using your smartphone or tablet as a wireless remote commander using the NFC function (NFC one-touch remote) (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Playing images on a TV (View on TV) (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 166 Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Using your smartphone or tablet as a wireless remote commander (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) You can operate this product using your smartphone or tablet as a wireless remote commander.
Page 167 Connecting to an Android smartphone or tablet (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Connecting to an NFC-enabled smartphone or tablet (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Connecting to an iPhone or iPad (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 168 Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Using your smartphone or tablet as a wireless remote commander using the NFC function (NFC one-touch remote) (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) You can operate this product using your NFC-enabled smartphone or tablet as a wireless remote commander.
Page 169 About the PlayMemories Mobile software (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Connecting to an Android smartphone or tablet (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Connecting to an NFC-enabled smartphone or tablet (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 170 Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Transferring movies (MP4) and photos to your smartphone or tablet (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Transfer images to your smartphone or tablet. 1. Install PlayMemories Mobile on your smartphone.
Page 171 Connecting to an Android smartphone or tablet (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Connecting to an NFC-enabled smartphone or tablet (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Connecting to an iPhone or iPad (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 172 Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Transferring movies (MP4) and photos to your smartphone or tablet using the NFC function (NFC one- touch sharing) (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Transfer images to your NFC-enabled Android smartphone or tablet.
Page 173 About the PlayMemories Mobile software (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Connecting to an NFC-enabled smartphone or tablet (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Connecting to an Android smartphone or tablet (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 174: Send To Computer
Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Send to Computer (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) You can transfer and save movies and photos to your computer. 1. Install the software on your computer. For Windows: PlayMemories Home www.sony.net/pm/...
Page 175: Playing Images On A Tv
How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Playing images on a TV (View on TV) (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) You can view images on your TV connected to the network by transferring images from this product without connecting this product and TV with a cable.
Page 176 Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Connecting to an Android smartphone or tablet (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Shows how to connect this product to your Android smartphone or tablet. Display the SSID and password in advance by selecting [Send to Smartphone] or [Ctrl with Smartphone] on this product.
Page 177 About the PlayMemories Mobile software (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Transferring movies (MP4) and photos to your smartphone or tablet (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Using your smartphone or tablet as a wireless remote commander (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 178 Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Connecting to an iPhone or iPad (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Shows how to connect this product to your iPhone or iPad. Display the SSID and password in advance by selecting [Send to Smartphone] or [Ctrl with Smartphone] on this product.
Page 179 About the PlayMemories Mobile software (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Transferring movies (MP4) and photos to your smartphone or tablet (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Using your smartphone or tablet as a wireless remote commander (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 180 Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Connecting to an NFC-enabled smartphone or tablet (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) You can easily connect this product to your NFC-enabled Android smartphone or tablet. Note Make sure that your smartphone is not in sleep mode and the screen is unlocked in advance.
Page 181 Transferring movies (MP4) and photos to your smartphone or tablet (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Using your smartphone or tablet as a wireless remote commander (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 182 Install the application from the applications store for your smartphone. If PlayMemories Mobile is already installed in your smartphone, update the application to the latest version. For details on PlayMemories Mobile, visit the PlayMemories Mobile support page (www.sony.net/pmm/). Notes on use...
Page 183 Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Setting up menu items This product has various menu items under each of 6 menu categories. 1. Select 2. Select a category. 3. Select your desired menu item.
Page 184 Some menu items or settings are not available, depending on the settings of this product. When you select grayed out menu items or settings, this product displays the reason why you cannot select the menu item. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 185 Moves the cursor in the input box to the right or left. 6. Delete Deletes the character preceding the cursor. Switches the next character to a capital or small letter. 8. Fix Finalizes the entry. To cancel text entry, select Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 186 Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Movie You can select the movie recording mode. - [Shooting Mode] - [Movie]. Related Topic Recording movies Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 187 Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Photo You can select the photo shooting mode. - [Shooting Mode] - [Photo]. Related Topic Shooting photos Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 188 Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 White Balance You can adjust the color balance to the recording environment. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Manual Settings] - [White Balance] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items (Auto) (default setting): The white balance is adjusted automatically.
Page 189 Auto (default setting): The exposure is adjusted automatically. Manual: Select if the subject is white or the backlight is bright, or select if the subject is black or the light is dim. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 190 This product displays the focal distance information for a few seconds when [Focus] is set to [Manual] or when you set the focus manually. You can use this information as a guide when the subject is dark and focus adjustment is difficult. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 191 - [Camera/Mic] - [ Manual Settings] - [Low Lux] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Off (default setting): The Low Lux function is not used. On ( ): The Low Lux function is used. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 192 Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Scene Selection You can record images effectively in various situations. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Camera Settings] - [Scene Selection] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items (Auto)(default setting): Adjusts image quality automatically.
Page 193 (Portrait): Brings out the subject such as people or flowers while creating a soft background. (Spotlight): Prevents people’s faces from appearing excessively white when subjects are lit by strong light. (Beach): Takes the vivid blue of the ocean or a lake. (Snow): Takes bright pictures of a white landscape.
Page 194 Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Picture Effect Allows you to shoot more impressive images by selecting the desired effect. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Camera Settings] - [Picture Effect] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Off (default setting): Does not use the Picture Effect.
Page 195 Fades in/out with the black effect. Images recorded using the [Black Fader] effect may appear dark on the index screen. A: Out B: In Note When you press START/STOP, the setting is cleared. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 196 - [Camera/Mic] - [ Camera Settings] - [ Self-Timer] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Off (default setting): Cancels the self-timer. On ( Starts the self-timer recording. To cancel the recording, select Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 197 This product does not use the SteadyShot function. Note The angle of view will be changed after changing the settings of the [ SteadyShot] function. The zoom magnification varies depending on the [ SteadyShot] setting. Related Topic Zoom magnifications Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 198 - [Camera/Mic] - [ Camera Settings] - [Digital Zoom] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Off (default setting): Digital zoom cannot be used. 320: Up to 320 zoom is performed digitally. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 199 Camera Settings] - [Auto Back Light] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items On (default setting): The exposure for backlit subjects is adjusted automatically. Off: Does not adjust the exposure for backlit subjects. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 200: Face Detection
Recording conditions for better face detection performance are as follows. Shoot in a sufficiently bright place. The subject is not wearing glasses, a hat or mask. The subject faces directly towards the camera. Related Topic Smile Shutter Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 201: Smile Shutter
The shutter is released when this product detects a smile whenever this product is in recording mode. Off (default setting): Smiles are not detected, so photos are not recorded automatically. Note Smiles may not be detected depending on recording conditions, subject conditions, and the setting of this product. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 202: Smile Sensitivity
Face] - [Smile Sensitivity] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Big Smile: Detects a big smile. Normal Smile (default setting): Detects a normal smile. Slight Smile: Detects even a slight smile. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 203: Blt-In Zoom Mic
Microphone] - [Blt-in Zoom Mic] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Off (default setting): The microphone does not record sound following zooming in or out. On ( The microphone records sound following zooming in or out. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 204: Wind Noise Reduct
- [Camera/Mic] - [ Microphone] - [Wind Noise Reduct.] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Off (default setting): Disables wind noise reduction. On ( Enables wind noise reduction cutting the low-range wind noise. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 205: Micref Level
Records various ambient sounds, converting them into the appropriate level. Low ( Records ambient sound faithfully. Select [Low] when you want to record an exciting and powerful sound in a concert hall, etc. (This setting is not suitable for recording conversations.) Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 206: Ctrl With Smartphone (Hdr-Pj275)
Using your smartphone or tablet as a wireless remote commander (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Using your smartphone or tablet as a wireless remote commander using the NFC function (NFC one-touch remote) (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 207: My Button
2. Select the menu item that you want to assign to a My Button using 3. Select one of the My Buttons to which the menu item will be assigned. 4. Select Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 208: Grid Line
Positioning the subject at the cross point of the grid lines makes a balanced composition. The lines is not recorded. The outer frame of grid lines shows the display area of a TV which is not compatible with full pixel display. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 209: Display Setting
Descriptions of menu items Auto (default setting): Displays for about 3 seconds. Always displays. Note You cannot change the setting of the icons or indicators on the LCD monitor while in playback mode. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 210: Rec Mode
Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 REC Mode You can select your desired image quality for AVCHD movies. The recording time or the type of media device to which the images can be copied may differ, depending on the movie quality selected.
Page 211: Frame Rate
Models with the PAL color system Note The media that the recorded images can be saved on will depend on the recording mode that has been set during recording. Related Topic REC Mode Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 212: Dual Video Rec
Note When [ REC Mode] is set to [60p Quality (models with the NTSC color system)]/[50p Quality (models with the PAL color system)] , [Dual Video REC] will be set to [Off]. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 213: Image Size
Image Size] - desired setting. L (9.2M) L (6.9M) S (2.1M) S (VGA) Note The image size selected with this setting also is applied to photos taken by the Dual Capture function. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 214: Event View
HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Event View You can play back recorded images by date of recording (Event View). - [Playback Function] - [Event View]. Related Topic Playing movies and photos from the Event View screen Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 215: Scenario
How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Scenario You can view Highlight Scenario that you have saved. - [Playback Function] - [ Scenario]. Related Topic Playing back a saved scenario Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 216: Send To Smartphone (Hdr-Pj275)
Transferring movies (MP4) and photos to your smartphone or tablet (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Transferring movies (MP4) and photos to your smartphone or tablet using the NFC function (NFC one-touch sharing) (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 217: View On Tv (Hdr-Pj275)
TV you use. For details, refer to the instruction manuals of the TV. 1. Press on this product to enter the playback mode. - [Edit/Copy] - [View on TV]. Related Topic Playing images on a TV (View on TV) (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 218: Send To Computer (Hdr-Pj275)
Transfer images recorded with this product to your computer. 1. Press the button on this product to enter the playback mode. - [Edit/Copy] - [Send to Computer]. Related Topic Send to Computer (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 219: Delete
You can delete all images in the selected date at one time. Select the date you want to delete using and then select Related Topic Deleting the selected images Deleting by date Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 220: Protect
You can remove the protection from all images in the selected date at one time. Select the date you want to remove the protection using , and then select Note You cannot select multiple dates. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 221: Copy
Connect this product to a wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor to prevent this product from running out of power during copy. Related Topic Repair Img. DB F. Media Select (HDR-PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275) Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 222: Media Select (Hdr-Pj270/Pj270E/Pj275)
Records, plays or edits images on a memory card. Note You cannot select a different recording medium for movies and for photos. Related Topic Screen indicators Expected recording time of movies Expected number of recordable photos Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 223: Media Info
Media Settings] - [Media Info]. Note Since there is a management file area, the used space is not displayed as 0% even if you perform [Format]. Related Topic Media Select (HDR-PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275) Format Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 224: Format
Eject the memory card from this product. Disconnect the AC Adaptor. Remove the battery pack. Hint Perform [Empty] to prevent data on the internal memory from being recovered. (HDR-PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275) Related Topic Protect Empty (HDR-PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275) Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 225: Empty (Hdr-Pj270/Pj270E/Pj275)
Disconnect all cables except the AC Adaptor. Do not disconnect the AC Adaptor during the operation. If you stop performing [Empty] while [Executing...] appears, be sure to complete the operation by performing [Format] or [Empty] before you use this product next time. Related Topic Protect Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 226: Repair Img. Db F
Repair the image database file when necessary, such as when the image database repair message appears. - [Setup] - [ Media Settings] - [Repair Img. DB F.] - desired recording medium, and select Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 227: File Number
Assigns file numbers in sequence, following the largest file number existing on the recording medium. When the memory card is replaced with another one, the file number is assigned for each memory card. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 228: Data Code
Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Data Code During playback, this product displays the information recorded automatically at the time of recording. You can check the following information. - [Setup] - [ Playback Settings] - [Data Code] - desired setting.
Page 229 Gain Brightness Exposure Note The data code is displayed on the TV screen if you connect this product to a TV. Depending on the recording media condition, [-- -- --] may appear. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 230: Volume
Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Volume You can adjust the volume of playback sound. - [Setup] - [ Playback Settings] - [Volume] - adjust the volume using Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 231: Motion Interval Adj
- [Setup] - [ Playback Settings] - [Motion Interval ADJ]. 2. Adjust the setting value of the residual image intervals with 3. Select Related Topic Viewing trajectory of a moving object (Motion Shot Video) Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 232: Download Music (Hdr-Cx240/Pj240/Pj270/Pj275)
How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Download Music (HDR-CX240/PJ240/PJ270/PJ275) You can transfer music files from audio CDs etc., to this product by connecting this product to a computer. - [Setup] - [ Playback Settings] - [Download Music].
Page 233: Empty Music (Hdr-Cx240/Pj240/Pj270/Pj275)
Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Empty Music (HDR-CX240/PJ240/PJ270/PJ275) You can delete all music files stored on this product. - [Setup] - [ Playback Settings] - [Empty Music]. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 234: Wps Push (Hdr-Pj275)
Move this product or decrease the distance between this product and the access point. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 235: Access Point Settings (Hdr-Pj275)
Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Access point settings (HDR-PJ275) You can register your access point manually. Before starting the procedure, check the SSID name, security mode, and password of the access point. The password may be preset in some devices. For details, see the access point operating instructions or contact the administrator.
Page 236 To give the registered access point priority, set [Priority Connection] to [On]. Hint For input method, see “How to use the keyboard.” Related Topic WPS Push (HDR-PJ275) How to use the keyboard (HDR-PJ275) Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 237: Edit Device Name (Hdr-Pj275)
2. Select the input box, input the device name, and then select Hint For input method, see “How to use the keyboard.” Related Topic Access point settings (HDR-PJ275) How to use the keyboard (HDR-PJ275) Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 238 How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Disp MAC Address (HDR-PJ275) Display the MAC address of this product. - [Setup] - [ Connection] - [Disp MAC Address]. The MAC address is displayed. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 239 Transferring movies (MP4) and photos to your smartphone or tablet (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Transferring movies (MP4) and photos to your smartphone or tablet using the NFC function (NFC one-touch sharing) (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 240 - [Setup] - [ Connection] - [Network Info Reset]. Note After resetting the connection information, you must set the smartphone or the access point again. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 241 B: Images recorded in 4:3 mode 4:3: Select this to view your movies and photos on a 4:3 standard TV. A: Images recorded in 16:9 (wide) mode B: Images recorded in 4:3 mode Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 242 Connection] - [HDMI Resolution] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Auto (default setting): Outputs the signal according to the TV automatically. 1080p: Outputs the 1080p signal. 1080i: Outputs the 1080i signal. 720p: Outputs the 720p signal. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 243 Connection] - [CTRL FOR HDMI] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items On (default setting): Operates this product using the TV’s Remote Commander. Off: Does not operate this product using the TV’s Remote Commander. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 244 Select this item if a USB connection does not start even when you connect this product to an external device with the Built-in USB Cable. - [Setup] - [ Connection] - [USB Connect]. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 245 Windows 7 or Windows 8, set [USB Connect Setting] to [Auto]. “Device Stage” is a menu of Windows 7 or Windows 8, that is used to manage devices (camcorder, camera, etc.) that are connected to the computer. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 246 500 mA power supply standard. Only the playback functions are available while this product is connected to a USB device that is compatible with the 500 mA power supply standard. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 247 Connection] - [USB LUN Setting] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Multi (default setting): Use this setting for ordinary operations. Single: Try this setting only if you cannot connect to an external device. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 248 You can turn on or off the melody which sounds when you start/stop recording, or operate this product. - [Setup] - [ General Settings] - [Beep] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items On (default setting): A melody sounds. Off: Cancels the melody. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 249 Descriptions of menu items Normal (default setting): Normal setting (normal brightness). Bright: Select this when the LCD monitor is not bright enough. This adjustment does not affect the recorded images in any way. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 250 - [Setup] - [ General Settings] - [Airplane Mode] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Off (default setting): Normal setting. On ( Use the setting when you are on board an airplane. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 251 Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Language Setting You can select the language to be used on the LCD monitor. - [Setup] - [ General Settings] - [Language Setting] - desired language. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 252 This product turns off automatically if you do not attempt to operate this product for more than about 1 minute. Off: The backlight of the LCD monitor is always on brightly. This product does not turn off automatically. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 253 Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Initialize All the settings return to the default. - [Setup] - [ General Settings] - [Initialize] - Hint Even if you use this function, all movies and photos are retained. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 254 The movie is the one that was recorded first. The movie is saved on the internal memory. The movie is recorded in the AVCHD format. When you operate this product, the demonstration playback will be suspended. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 255 You can select the order of year, month and day displayed. Daylight Savings/Summer Time: Sets the summertime. The clock is set to move the time forward 1 hour. Date & Time: You can set the clock. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 256 You can adjust a time difference without stopping the clock. Select your local area when using this product in other time zones. - [Setup] - [ Clock Settings] - [Area Setting] - [Home] - desired setting. Hint You can set another place as a [Destination]. Related Topic World time difference Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 257 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 the USB Connection support cable. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 258 Times measured when using this product at 25 ˚C (77 °F). 10 ˚C to 30 ˚C (50 °F to 86 °F) is recommended. The recording and playback time will be shorter, depending on the conditions under which you use this product, such as when use this product in low temperatures. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 259 Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Expected playback time with NP-BX1 Approximate playback time with NP-BX1 is shown as follows. 210 min Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 260 This technology causes fluctuations in the recording time of the media. Movies containing quickly moving and complex images are recorded at a higher bit-rate, and this reduces the overall recording time. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 261: Expected Recording Time Of Movies
If you want to record up to the maximum recording time, you need to delete the demonstration movie on this product (models with the internal memory). Related Topic Notes on recording movies Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 262: Expected Number Of Recordable Photos
Expected number of recordable photos The expected number of images you can save on the internal memory is shown as follows. You can record a maximum of 33,500 MP4 movies and photos collectively. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 263: Expected Recording Time Of Movies
Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Expected recording time of movies The expected recording time of movies when saving on a memory card is shown as follows. 16 GB 60p Quality (*)/50p Quality...
Page 264 [Dual Video REC] is set to [Off]: 25 h 45 min (21 h) Models with the NTSC color system Models with the PAL color system Note When using a Sony memory card. The number in ( ) is the minimum recordable time. Related Topic Notes on recording movies...
Page 265: Expected Number Of Recordable Photos
LCD monitor during recording. The number of recordable photos of memory card may vary depending on the recording conditions. The unique image processing system of Sony’s BIONZ X allows still image resolution equivalent to the sizes described.
Page 266 Approx. 3 Mbps (average) 1,280 x 720 pixels/30p(*) or 1,280 x 720 pixels/25p(**), 16:9 Models with the NTSC color system Models with the PAL color system Related Topic Notes on recording movies Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 267 The photo recording pixels and the aspect ratio. Photo recording mode, Dual capture: 4,032 × 2,272 dots/16:9 3,024 × 2,272 dots/4:3 1,920 × 1,080 dots/16:9 640 × 480 dots/4:3 Capturing a photo from a movie: 1,920 × 1,080 dots/16:9 Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 268 Hint As the AVCHD format uses a compression coding technology, the picture may be disturbed in scenes where picture, field angles or brightness, etc. change drastically, but this is not a malfunction. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 269 Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 About the memory card A memory card formatted by a computer (Windows OS/Mac OS) is not guaranteed to be compatible with this product. Data read/write speed may vary depending on the combination of the memory card and memory card compliant product you use.
Page 270 Memory Stick PRO Duo media. This product cannot record or play back data that uses MagicGate technology. MagicGate is a copyright protection technology that records and transfers the contents in an encrypted format. Related Topic Format Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 271 Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 About the battery pack To charge the battery pack Be sure to charge the battery pack before you start using this product. We recommend that you charge the battery pack in an ambient temperature range of 10 ˚C to 30 ˚C (50 °F to 86 °F) until the POWER/CHG (charge) lamp turns off.
Page 272 Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use. If the interval between charges becomes significantly short, the battery pack may need to be replaced with a new one. Each battery’s life depends on storage, operating and environmental conditions. Related Topic Power Save Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 273 Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 On use and care On recording Before starting to record, test the recording function to make sure the image and sound are recorded without any problems. Compensation for the contents of recordings cannot be provided, even if recording or playback is not possible due to a malfunction of this product, recording media, etc.
Page 274 Do not let your product get wet, for example, from rain or sea water. If your product gets wet, it may malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired. If any solid object or liquid gets inside the casing, unplug your product and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any further.
Page 275 While using this product, the back of the LCD monitor may heat up. This is not a malfunction. ZEISS lens This product is equipped with a ZEISS lens, which was developed jointly by ZEISS, in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. It adopts the MTF(*) measurement system for video cameras and offers a quality typical of a ZEISS lens.
Page 276 When this product is connected to other devices through a USB connection and the power of this product is turned on, do not close the LCD monitor. The image data that has been recorded may be lost. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 277 Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Notes on optional accessories We recommend using genuine Sony accessories. Genuine Sony accessories may not be available in some countries/regions. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 278 When you bring this product from a cold place into a warm place, put this product in a plastic bag and seal it tightly. Remove the bag when the air temperature inside the plastic bag has reached the surrounding temperature (after about 1 hour). Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 279 Even if you delete all movies and still images, or perform [Format], data on the internal memory may not be completely erased. It is recommended that you perform [Empty] to prevent the recovery of your data. Related Topic Format Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 280 If you wipe the LCD monitor strongly with a tissue, etc., the coating of the LCD monitor may be scratched. If the LCD monitor becomes dirty with fingerprints or dust, it is recommended that you gently remove those from the screen then clean it with a soft cloth, etc. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 281 Using chemicals such as thinner, benzine, alcohol, chemical cloths, insect repellent, insecticide and sunscreen Handling this product with the above substances on your hands Leaving this product in contact with rubber or vinyl objects for a long period of time Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 282 When the lens is exposed to salty air such as at the seaside Store in a well-ventilated location subject to little dirt or dust. To prevent mold, periodically clean and store the lens as described above. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 283 Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Using this product abroad Power supply You can use this product in any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with this product within the AC 100 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz range. You can also charge the battery pack.
Page 284 - [Setup] - [ Clock Settings] - [Area Setting]. Related Topic Connecting this product to a high definition TV Connecting this product to a non-high-definition TV World time difference Area Setting Date & Time Setting Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 285 Print Find Help Guide How to Use Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 World time difference The time difference for cities worldwide is shown as follows. GMT: Lisbon/London +01:00: Berlin/Paris +02:00: Helsinki/Cairo/Istanbul +03:00: Nairobi +03:30: Tehran +04:00: Moscow/Abu Dhabi/Baku +04:30:...
Page 286 Fiji/Wellington -11:00: Midway Island -10:00: Hawaii -09:00: Alaska -08:00: LosAngeles/Tijuana -07:00: Denver/Arizona -06:00: Chicago/MexicoCity -05:00: New York/Bogota -04:00: Santiago -03:30: St. John's -03:00: Brasilia/Montevideo -02:00: Fernando de Noronha -01:00: Azores/Cape Verde Is. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 287 AVCHD, AVCHD logotype, AVCHD Progressive and AVCHD Progressive logotype are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. PlayMemories Home, the PlayMemories Home logo, PlayMemories Online, the PlayMemories Online logo, PlayMemories Mobile and the PlayMemories Mobile logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. Memory Stick, , Memory Stick Duo,...
Page 288 Add further enjoyment with your PlayStation 3 by downloading the application for PlayStation 3 from PlayStation Store (where available.) The application for PlayStation 3 requires PlayStation Network account and application download. Accessible in areas where the PlayStation Store is available. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 289 Copies of the licenses (in English) are stored in the internal memory of this product. Establish a Mass Storage connection between this product and a computer, and read the files in the “LICENSE” folder in “PMHOME.” Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 290 SteadyShot set to [Active] 45 times When recording a movie or photo with SteadyShot set to [Standard] or [Off] 54 times When [Digital Zoom] is set to [320x] 320 times Related Topic Zooming Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 291 We will not compensate you for any loss of internal memory (HDR- PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275) data. During repair, we may check a minimum amount of data stored on the internal memory (HDR- PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275) in order to investigate the problem. However, your Sony dealer will neither copy nor retain your data. Related Topic...
Page 292 The plug of the AC Adaptor has been disconnected from a wall outlet (wall socket). Connect it to a wall outlet (wall socket). Related Topic Inserting the battery pack Charging the battery pack using the AC Adaptor Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 293 Disconnect the AC Adaptor from a wall outlet (wall socket) or remove the battery pack, then reconnect it after about 1 minute. Related Topic Inserting the battery pack Charging the battery pack using the AC Adaptor Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 294 While Intelligent Auto is active, some menu settings related to image quality will be changed automatically. The following menu items return to the default settings when you switch between movie recording, photo recording and playback modes. Fader] Self-Timer] Related Topic Fader Self-Timer Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 295 Print Find Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 This product gets warm. This product may become warm during operation. This is not a malfunction. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 296 If no noise is heard when this product is turned on and is in movie/photo recording mode, the noise is produced by the movement of the internal lens. This is not a malfunction. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 297 The Intelligent Auto setting is canceled if you change the following settings: [White Balance] [Exposure] [Focus] [Low Lux] [Scene Selection] [Auto Back Light] [Face Detection] Related Topic White Balance Exposure Focus Low Lux Scene Selection Auto Back Light Face Detection Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 298 In the default setting, this product turns itself off when no operations are performed for more than about 2 minutes ([Power Save]). Change the setting of [Power Save], or turn on the power again. Charge the battery pack. Related Topic Power Save Charging the battery pack using the AC Adaptor Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 299 Connect the power cord (mains lead) to a wall outlet (wall socket) properly. The battery charge is completed. Related Topic Inserting the battery pack Charging the battery pack using the AC Adaptor Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 300 If the temperature of the battery pack is too high or too low, you may not be able to charge it. Insert the battery pack to this product correctly. If the problem persists, disconnect the AC Adaptor from a wall outlet (wall socket) and contact your Sony dealer. The battery pack may be damaged. Notes on use...
Page 301 The battery pack has not been charged enough. Fully charge the battery again. If the problem persists, replace the battery pack with a new one. The indicated remaining battery power may not be correct depending on the environment in which this product is used. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 302 The ambient temperature is too high or low. This is not a malfunction. The battery pack has not been charged enough. Fully charge the battery again. If the problem persists, replace the battery pack with a new one. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 303: Menu Items Are Grayed Out
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Menu items are grayed out. You cannot select grayed out items in the current recording/playback situation. There are some functions you cannot activate simultaneously. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 304: The Buttons Do Not Appear On The Lcd Monitor
Print Find Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 The buttons do not appear on the LCD monitor. Use the multi-selector. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 305: The Buttons On The Lcd Monitor Quickly Disappear
The buttons on the LCD monitor quickly disappear. If you set [Display Setting] to [On], the buttons do not disappear from the LCD monitor while in recording mode. Related Topic Display Setting Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 306: There Are Dots In The Shape Of A Grid On The Monitor
There are dots in the shape of a grid on the monitor. These dots are a normal result of the manufacturing process of the monitor and do not affect the recording in any way. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 307: The Backlight Of The Lcd Monitor Turns Off If You Do Not Attempt To Operate This Product For A While
In the default setting, the backlight of the LCD monitor turns off automatically if you do not attempt to operate this product for more than about 1 minute ([Power Save]). Related Topic Power Save Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 308: Operations Using The Memory Card Cannot Be Performed
Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Operations using the memory card cannot be performed. If you use the memory card formatted on a computer, format it again on this product. Related Topic Format Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 309: Images Stored On The Memory Card Cannot Be Deleted
Images stored on the memory card cannot be deleted. The maximum number of images that you can delete on the index screen at one time is 100. You cannot delete the protected images. Related Topic Protect Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 310: The Data File Name Is Not Indicated Correctly Or Flashes
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 The data file name is not indicated correctly or flashes. The file is damaged. The file format is not supported by this product. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 311: Images Cannot Be Played Back Or The Memory Card Is Not Recognized
Print Find Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Images cannot be played back or the memory card is not recognized. The playback device does not support playing back memory cards. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 312: Pressing Start/Stop Or Photo Does Not Record Images
The recording media is full. Delete unnecessary images. Total number of movie scenes or photos exceeds the recordable capacity of this product. Delete unnecessary images. Related Topic Delete Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 313: Photos Cannot Be Recorded
REC Mode] or [ Frame Rate] selected. When you select a [Picture Effect] item, you cannot record photos in the movie recording mode. Related Topic Fader REC Mode Frame Rate Picture Effect Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 314: The Access Lamp Remains Lit Or Flashing Even If Recording Has Stopped
Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 The access lamp remains lit or flashing even if recording has stopped. This product is recording the scene you have just shot on the memory card. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 315: The Imaging Field Looks Different
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 The imaging field looks different. The imaging field may look different depending on the condition of this product. This is not a malfunction. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 316: The Actual Recording Time For Movies Is Less Than The Expected Recording Time Of The Recording Media
The actual recording time for movies is less than the expected recording time of the recording media. Depending on the recording conditions, the time available for recording may be shorter, for example when recording a fast moving object, etc. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 317: This Product Stops Recording
Print Find Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 This product stops recording. If you keep applying vibration on this product, recording may stop. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 318: Start/Stop Is Pressed And The Actual Movie Recording Starts Or Stops
On this product, there may be a slight time difference between the moment when you press START/STOP and when the actual movie recording starts/stops. This is not a malfunction. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 319: The Auto Focus Does Not Function
Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 The auto focus does not function. Set [Focus] to [Auto]. If the auto focus does not lock on the subject, adjust the focus manually. Related Topic Focus Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 320: Steadyshot Does Not Function
Set [ SteadyShot] to [Active] or [Standard]. Even if [ SteadyShot] is set to [Active] or [Standard], this product may not be able to compensate for excessive vibrations. Related Topic SteadyShot (Movie) Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 321: Images Cannot Be Recorded Or Played Back Correctly
If you record and delete images repeatedly for a long time, the files on the recording media may become fragmented and images cannot be recorded or played back correctly. After backing up the images on other media, perform [Format] of the recording media on this product. Related Topic Format Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 322: The Subjects Passing Across This Product Very Fast Appear Crooked
This is called the focal plane phenomenon. This is not a malfunction. Because of the way the image device (CMOS sensor) reads out image signals, the subjects passing by the lens rapidly might appear crooked depending on the recording conditions. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 323: Horizontal Stripes Appear On The Images
Troubleshooting Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Horizontal stripes appear on the images. This occurs when recording images under a fluorescent lamp, sodium lamp, or mercury lamp. This is not a malfunction. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 324: Monitor Brightness] Cannot Be Set
You cannot set [Monitor Brightness] when: The LCD monitor is closed on this product with the LCD monitor facing out. The power is supplied from the AC Adaptor. Related Topic Monitor Brightness Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 325: Photos Are Recorded Automatically
Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Photos are recorded automatically. When [Smile Shutter] is set to [Dual Capture] or [Always On], photos are recorded automatically when this product detects a smile. Related Topic Smile Shutter Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 326: Images Cannot Be Played Back
Select the movie type (HD/MP4) you want to play with the movie format select button. Images recorded on other devices may not be played back. This is not a malfunction. Related Topic Media Select (HDR-PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275) Playing MP4 movies (HD movie) (switching the movie format) Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 327: Photos Cannot Be Played Back
You may not be able to play back photos if you have changed file or folder names, or have edited the data on a computer. (The file name flashes in that case.) This is not a malfunction. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 328: The Movie Freezes
Troubleshooting Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 The movie freezes. Photos which were recorded while recording a movie are played back. In the default setting, movies and photos are played back continuously. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 329: An Icon Appears On A Thumbnail
You removed the AC Adaptor or the battery pack while the recording media icon at the top right corner of the screen is lit, or before the access lamp is turned off after recording. This may damage your image data and is displayed. Related Topic Repair Img. DB F. Delete Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 330: No Sound Or Only A Quiet Sound Is Heard During Playback
Print Find Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 No sound or only a quiet sound is heard during playback. Turn up the volume. Related Topic Volume Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 331 Depending on its setting, the wireless access point may not appear on this product. Refer to the instruction manual for the wireless access point for the correct settings. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 332 Depending on the wireless access point setting, [WPS Push] may not be available. Confirm the password and SSID of the wireless access point to set [Access point settings]. Related Topic Access point settings (HDR-PJ275) Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 333 (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) If the battery level is low, [Ctrl with Smartphone], [Send to Smartphone], [Send to Computer] or [View on TV] may terminate prematurely. Charge the battery pack before use. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 334 To send a movie to your smartphone, be sure to record it in the MP4 format. Before shooting a movie to be transferred to a smartphone, set [Dual Video REC] to [On]. Related Topic Dual Video REC Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 335 The shooting screen does not display smoothly. The connection is cut off. (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Depending on the signal conditions, communication between the smartphone and this product may not work correctly. Reduce the distance between this product and the smartphone. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 336 (N mark) on this product with 2 or more smartphones at the same time. When running another application that uses the NFC function on your smartphone, close the application. Related Topic Airplane Mode (HDR-PJ275) Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 337 Print Find Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Unable to edit. Unable to edit because of the condition of the image. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 338 Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 A movie cannot be divided. The following movies cannot be divided. Movies that are too short MP4 movies Release the protection, and then divide. Related Topic Protect Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 339 Print Find Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 The demonstration movies cannot be deleted. (models with the internal memory) Release the protection, and then delete them. Related Topic Protect Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 340 Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Neither image nor sound is played on the connected TV. Images are not output from the HDMI OUT jack, if copyright protection signals are recorded in the images. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 341 TV which is not compatible with full pixel display. It is recommended you record images using the outer frame of [Grid Line] as a guide. Related Topic Grid Line Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 342 HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 The image appears distorted on the 4:3 TV. This happens when viewing an image on a 4:3 TV. Set [TV Type] correctly and play back the image. Related Topic TV Type Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 343 HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Black bands appear at the top and bottom of the LCD monitor of the 4:3 TV. This happens when viewing an image on a 4:3 TV. This is not a malfunction. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 344 Images are not copied correctly. You cannot copy images using the HDMI cable. An AV cable (sold separately) is not connected properly. Make sure that the cable is connected to the input jack of the device. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 345 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. Related Topic Using the PlayMemories Home software Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 346 Print Find Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 PlayMemories Home does not work correctly. Quit PlayMemories Home and restart your computer. Related Topic Using the PlayMemories Home software Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 347 Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 This product is not recognized by the computer. Disconnect all USB devices from the USB jack of your computer except the keyboard, mouse, and this product. Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 348 If indicators appear on the LCD monitor, check the following. If the problem persists even after you have tried to fix a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. In this case, when you contact them, give them all the numbers of the error code beginning with C or E.
Page 349 When an item of [Picture Effect] is selected Related Topic If you have problems Inserting a memory card Format About the battery pack Repair Img. DB F. REC Mode Frame Rate Picture Effect SteadyShot (Movie) Notes on use 4-531-544-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 350 Print Find Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX240/CX240E/PJ240/PJ240E/PJ270/PJ270E/PJ275 Warning Indicators If messages appear on the LCD monitor, follow the instructions. Cannot recognize the internal memory. Format and use again. The internal memory of this product is set differently from the default format. Performing [Format] may enable you to use this product.
Page 351 computer. Buffer overflow. Writing to the media was not completed in time. You have performed recording and erasing operations repeatedly, or a memory card that has been formatted by other device is used. Copy and take data backup to other device (such as a computer), and then format the memory card on this product.

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