"Handycam" User Guide
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Using the built-in projector (HDR-PJ260/PJ260V/PJ580/PJ580V/PJ600/PJ600V)

You can use a flat surface such as a wall as a screen to view recorded images using the built-in projector.
The LCD screen turns off while an image is being projected. Use the power zoom lever/PHOTO button or wireless remote commander to operate the camcorder.

  1. Face the projector lens towards a surface, such as a wall, and then press PROJECTOR.

  1. When the operating guide screen appears, select [Project].

  • This screen appears the first time you use the built-in projector.

  1. Adjust the focus of the projected image using the focus lever.

A: PROJECTOR FOCUS lever

  • The projected image is larger when the distance between your camcorder and the reflecting surface increase.

  • It is recommended that you place the camcorder further than 0.5 m (1.6 feet) away (approximate distance) from the surface that the images are to be projected onto.

  1. Move the power zoom lever to select the image you want to play, then press PHOTO to begin playback.

A: Power zoom lever
B: PHOTO button

  • Use the power zoom lever to move the selection frame that appears on the LCD screen and press the PHOTO button to start playing the framed item.

  • For details on playback, see the playback section. [Details]

  • When you use the wireless remote commander, press /// to move the selection frame and press ENTER to start playing the framed item (HDR-PJ260/PJ260V/PJ580/PJ580V/PJ600/PJ600V).

  • To turn off the projector, press PROJECTOR.

Notes

  • Be careful of the following operations or situations while using the projector.

  • Make sure not to project images towards the eyes.

  • Make sure not to touch the projector lens.

  • The LCD screen and the projector lens become hot while in use.

  • Using the projector shortens battery life.

  • The following operations are unavailable while you are using the projector.

  • Map operation (HDR-PJ260V/PJ580V/PJ600V)

  • Output of Highlight Playback to a device such as a TV

  • Operation of the camcorder with the LCD screen closed

  • Several other functions

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