Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX40/AX53/AX55/AXP55 How to Use Before use Model Information Model Information [1] Parts and controls Parts and controls (front/top) [2] Parts and controls (LCD monitor) [3] Parts and controls (side) [4] Parts and controls (back/bottom) [5] Screen indicators Screen indicators [6] Movie recording format Recording formats available with this product and their features [7] Getting started Checking the supplied items Supplied items [8]
Power source preparations Attaching the battery pack [9] Charging the battery pack using the AC Adaptor [10] Charging the battery pack using your computer [11] Turning the power on [12] Using this product supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket) [13] Initial setup Initial setting [14] Preparing a memory card Inserting a memory card [15] Types of memory card you can use with this product [16] Recording Recording movies/photos Adjusting the angle of the viewfinder for easier viewing (models with th
Decreasing the voice volume of the person recording the movie (My Voice Canceling) [26] Recording the selected subject clearly (Lock-on AF) [27] Using the Time-lapse Capture function [28] Playback Playing images using Event View Playing movies and photos from the Event View screen [29] Screen display on the Event View screen [30] Creating a highlight movie About Highlight Movie Maker [31] Creating a highlight movie (MP4 format) with Highlight Movie Maker [32] Adding a highlight point during recording [33]
Using the projector for your computer or other devices(models with the projector) [44] Playing images on a 4K TV Viewing images on a 4K TV [45] Enlarging a part of an XAVC S 4K movie on the screen during playback on TV (Trimming Playback) [46] Playing images on a high definition TV Connecting this product to a high definition TV [47] Enjoying 5.
Saving images on an external media device Notes on use of the USB external hard disk [61] Saving images on an USB external hard disk device [62] Saving the desired images in this product to the external media device [63] Playing back images in the USB external hard disk device on this product [64] Deleting images in the USB external hard disk device [65] Creating a disc with a recorder Creating a disc with a recorder [66] Using the Wi-Fi function What you can do with the Wi-Fi function What you can do wit
Transferring movies (MP4) and photos to your smartphone or tablet [75] Transferring movies (MP4) and photos to your smartphone or tablet using the NFC function (NFC one-touch sharing) [76] Transferring images to a computer Send to Computer [77] Transferring images to a TV Playing images on a TV (View on TV) [78] Live Streaming About Live Streaming [79] Preparing Live Streaming [80] Performing Live Streaming [81] Restrictions for Live Streaming [82] Controlling other cameras through this product Shooting
Photo [90] Time-lapse Capture [91] Smth Slw REC [92] Golf Shot [93] High Speed REC [94] Camera/Mic White Balance [95] Spot Meter/Fcs [96] Spot Meter [97] Spot Focus [98] Exposure [99] Focus [100] IRIS [101] Shutter Speed [102] AGC Limit [103] AE Shift [104] White Balance Shift [105] Low Lux [106] Scene Selection [107] Picture Effect [108] Cinematone [109] Fader [110] Self-Timer [111] SteadyShot (Movie) [112] SteadyShot (Photo) [113] Digital Zoom [114] Filter/Protector [115] Auto Back Light [116] Manual Rin
Smile Sensitivity [121] Flash (Only when connecting an external flash) [122] Flash Level (Only when connecting an external flash) [123] Red Eye Reduction (Only when connecting an external flash) [124] My Voice Canceling [125] Blt-in Zoom Mic [126] Auto Wind NR [127] Audio Mode [128] Audio Rec Level [129] My Button [130] Focus Magnifier (models with the viewfinder) [131] Grid Line [132] Display Setting [133] Zebra [134] Peaking [135] Audio Level Display [136] Image Quality/Size REC Mode [137] Frame Rate [13
Multi Camera Ctrl Set [149] Vid REC during strm. [150] WPS Push [151] Access point settings [152] Edit Device Name [153] Disp MAC Address [154] SSID/PW Reset [155] Network Info Reset [156] Playback Function Event View [157] Edit/Copy Delete [158] Protect [159] Copy (models with the internal memory) [160] Direct Copy [161] Setup Media Select (Models with the internal memory) [162] Media Info [163] Format [164] Empty (Models with the internal memory) [165] Repair Img. DB F.
HDMI Resolution [175] CTRL FOR HDMI [176] USB Connect [177] USB Connect Setting [178] USB LUN Setting [179] Beep [180] Monitor Brightness [181] Auto Keystone ADJ (Models with the projector) [182] REC Lamp [183] Remote Ctrl [184] Power ON w/monitor (FDR-AX40) [185] Language Setting [186] 24p Mode (1080 50i-compatible device) [187] Cancel 24p Mode (1080 50i-compatible device) [188] Battery Info [189] Power Save [190] Initialize [191] Demo Mode [192] Version [193] Date & Time Setting [194] Area Setting [195]
Expected movie recording time and number of recordable photos for the internal memory Notes on recording movies [199] Expected recording time of movies (models with the internal memory) [200] Expected number of recordable photos (models with the internal memory) [201] Expected movie recording time and number of recordable photos for memory cards Notes on recording movies [202] Expected recording time of movies [203] Expected number of recordable photos [204] Bit-rate for each recording mode Bit-rate and r
Note on disposal/transfer of the memory card [215] Maintenance On handling the LCD monitor [216] To clean the casing and the projector lens surface (models with the projector) [217] About care and storage of the lens [218] Using this product abroad Using this product abroad [219] Trademarks On trademarks [220] License Notes on the License [221] Zoom magnifications Zoom magnifications [222] Using this product after a long time Using this product after a long time [223] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting
Overall operations The power does not turn on. [225] This product does not operate even when the power is set to on. [226] The menu settings have been changed automatically. [227] This product gets warm. [228] A rattling noise is heard when this product is shaken. [229] Intelligent Auto is canceled. [230] Batteries/power sources The power abruptly turns off. [231] The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp does not light while the battery pack is being charged.
The data file name is not indicated correctly or flashes. [246] Images cannot be played back or the memory card is not recognized. [247] The data file cannot be copied from internal memory (models with the internal memory). [248] Recording Pressing START/STOP or PHOTO does not record images. [249] Photos cannot be recorded. [250] The access lamp remains lit or flashing even if recording has stopped. [251] The imaging field looks different.
The wireless access point you want to connect to does not appear. [270] [WPS Push] does not work. [271] [Ctrl with Smartphone], [Send to Smartphone], [Send to Computer] or [View on TV] terminates prematurely. [272] Cannot transfer movies to your smartphone. [273] The shooting screen does not display smoothly. The connection is cut off. [274] The shooting screen during Multi Camera Control does not display smoothly. The connection is cut off. [275] The NFC connection does not work.
Self-diagnosis display [287] Error messages during Live Streaming Error messages during Live Streaming [288] Warning messages Warning messages Warning Indicators [289] [1] How to Use Before use Model Information Model Information In this Help Guide, the differences in the specifications for each model are described together. If you find the description like “Models with ... ” as below, confirm in this chapter whether the description applies to this product.
Models with the projector: FDR-AXP55 Models with the Viewfinder: FDR-AX53/AX55/AXP55 Models with the Manual ring: FDR-AX53/AX55/AXP55 1080 60i-compatible device: See the bottom of this product. 1080 50i-compatible device: See the bottom of this product. Models with the USB IN/OUT jacks: Except models for Europe. Models with the USB Output only jack: Models for Europe only. Note For the following items, the descriptions are explained with the model name.
4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. cannot use accessories via an A/V remote connector. (microphone) jack (PLUG IN POWER) Loop for a shoulder belt Grip belt (headphones) jack Multi interface shoe For details on compatible accessories of the Multi interface shoe, visit the Sony website in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Operations with other manufacture’s accessories are not guaranteed.
1. PROJECTOR FOCUS lever (models with the projector) 2. LCD monitor/Touch panel 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. 3.
1. Memory card access lamp While the lamp is lit or flashing, this product is reading or writing data. 2. Memory card slot 3. HDMI OUT jack 4. PROJECTOR IN jack (models with the projector) 5. Speaker 6. / (Shooting Mode) button (models with the Viewfinder) 7. (My Voice Canceling) button Suppresses the voice of the person recording the movie. 8. PROJECTOR button (models with the projector) 9. (View Images) button 10. NIGHTSHOT button (models with the Viewfinder) 11.
Attach a tripod (sold separately: the length of the screw must be less than 5.5 mm (7/32 in.)). Depending on the specifications of the tripod, this product may not attach in the proper direction. 7. BATT (battery) release lever 8. Battery pack To fasten the grip belt [6] How to Use Before use Screen indicators Screen indicators The following indicators appear when you change the settings.
SteadyShot off White Balance Shift Zebra Peaking Cinematone Intelligent Auto Picture Effect Filter/Protector At the center of the screen ( ) Slideshow Set Warning Playback mode REC /STBY Recording mode AE/AF lock NFC Wi-Fi On the right side of the screen ( ) 60i Frame rate (30p/60p/50p/60i/50i/24p/25p), recording mode (PS/FX/FH/HQ/LP) and movie size Dual Video REC 60 min Remaining battery Recording/playback/editing media 00:00:00:00 (hour:minute:second:frame) 00 00 00 00 (Arbitrary information) 0:00:0
Spot Meter/Fcs/Spot Meter/Exposure Audio Level Display EV AE Shift Shutter Speed IRIS Intelligent Auto Data file name Protect Time-lapse settings Note Indicators and their positions are approximate and may differ from what you actually see. Some indicators may not appear, depending on the model. [7] How to Use Before use Movie recording format Recording formats available with this product and their features This product supports XAVC S 4K, XAVC S HD and AVCHD.
Allows you to record clearer images since XAVC S HD has more information compared with AVCHD. AVCHD Recording pixels: 1,920 × 1,080 dots Bit-rate: Max. 28 Mbps Feature: Allows you to save images on devices other than computers. Hint Bit-rate refers to the data amount recordable over a certain period of time. [8] How to Use Getting started Checking the supplied items Supplied items The numbers in ( ) indicate the supplied quantity.
Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV70 (1) When using this product while connected to a wall outlet (wall socket), such as while charging, make sure to attach the battery pack to this product. “Operating Guide” (1) [9] How to Use Getting started Power source preparations Attaching the battery pack Attach the battery pack to this product. 1. Close the LCD monitor and retract the viewfinder (models with the Viewfinder), and then attach the battery pack ( ).
Note You cannot use any InfoLITHIUM battery pack other than the V series to this product. You cannot use the NP-FV30 InfoLITHIUM battery pack with 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). [10] How to Use Getting started Power source preparations Charging the battery pack using the AC Adaptor Charge the battery pack using the supplied AC Adaptor.
A: AC Adaptor B: Power cord (mains lead) C: DC IN jack D: Align the mark on the DC plug Note Be aware of the following notes on using the AC Adaptor. Use a nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately if any malfunction occurs while using this product. Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture.
2. Connect this product to a running computer using the micro USB cable. The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp turns orange. The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery pack is fully charged. Remove the micro USB cable from this product and the computer. : micro USB cable : To a wall outlet (wall socket) Hint It is recommended that you charge the battery in a temperature range of 10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F).
To turn off the power Close the LCD monitor. You can also turn off this product by pressing (ON/STANDBY) button. If the viewfinder (models with the viewfinder) is pulled out, retract the viewfinder as shown in the illustration below. Turning this product on or off (models with the viewfinder) The power of this product is turned on or off depending on the status of the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.
Supply power to this product using the AC Adaptor. 1. Make the same connections as shown in “Charging the battery pack using the AC Adaptor” to use this product. Even if the battery pack is attached, it will not be discharged. [14] How to Use Getting started Initial setup Initial setting 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. 2. Select the desired language, then select [Next]. A: Touch the LCD monitor 3.
Hint The date and time are recorded automatically and can be displayed only during playback. To display them, select - [Setup] - [ Playback Settings] - [Data Code] [Date/Time]. [15] How to Use Getting started Preparing a memory card Inserting a memory card Insert a memory card into this product. 1. Open the cover and insert the memory card until it clicks. A: Access lamp B: Insert the card with the notched edge in the direction as illustrated.
Do not insert any memory card other than those that fit into the memory card slot. Doing so may cause a malfunction. When inserting or ejecting the memory card, be careful so that the memory card does not pop out and drop. Memory card will not be recognized by this product unless it is inserted straight in the correct direction. If [Preparing image database file. Please wait.] is displayed, wait until the message disappears.
*2 Memory cards that meet the following conditions Capacity of 4 GB or more SD speed class 10: , or UHS speed class 1: or faster When recording in 100 Mbps or faster, UHS speed class 3: is required. Note The movies recorded will be divided into files of 4GB when a SDHC memory card is used to record XAVC S movies over extended periods of time. The divided files will be played back continuously when played back on the camcorder.
[18] How to Use Recording Recording movies/photos Recording movies Record movies. 1. Open the LCD monitor of this product and turn the power on. You can also turn on this product by pressing (ON/STANDBY) button or by pulling out the viewfinder (models with the viewfinder). 2. Press START/STOP to start recording. To stop recording, press START/STOP again.
display. It is recommended you record images with [Grid Line] set to [On] using the outer frame of [Grid Line] as a guide. Check the subject on the LCD monitor, and then start recording. If the lens cover does not fully open, only a black screen and sound may be recorded. While recording XAVC S 4K movies, you cannot output movies to an external monitor via an HDMI/video connection.
When the focus is adjusted properly, the AE/AF lock indicator appears on the LCD monitor. Note The following states will be indicated if data is still being written onto the recording media after recording has finished. During this time, do not apply shock or vibration to this product, or remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor.
2. Rotate the MANUAL ring to make adjustments. Note Manual settings will be retained even if you change the assigned item of the MANUAL ring. However, if you set [Exposure] after setting [AE Shift] manually, [Exposure] will override [AE Shift]. If you set either one of [Exposure], [IRIS], or [Shutter Speed], the settings of other 2 items are canceled. The MANUAL ring is not available while using the Live Streaming function. The MANUAL ring is not available while using the Multi Camera Control function.
Hint The camera data that appears on the LCD monitor will differ, depending on the recording settings of this product. The settings will be displayed with the following icons. The settings will be displayed on the playback screen with the following icons. : Automatic : Exposure is set manually. [22] How to Use Recording Useful functions for recording Zooming You can record an image with the subject magnified. 1. Move the power zoom lever to magnify or reduce the size of the image.
[23] How to Use Recording Useful functions for recording Capturing photos during movie recording (Dual Capture) You can shoot photos during movie recording. 1. Press PHOTO during movie recording to capture still photos. Note You cannot capture photos during movie recording in the following situation(s): When [ File Format] is set to [ AVCHD] and [ REC Mode] is set to [Highest Quality ], [60p Quality ] (1080 60i-compatible device)/[50p Quality ] (1080 50i-compatible device).
Hint A mirror-image of the subject appears on the LCD monitor, but the image will be normal when recorded. [25] How to Use Recording Useful functions for recording Intelligent Auto This product records images after selecting the most suitable setting for the subjects or the situation automatically. 1. Select - [On] - on the recording screen of movies or photos. To cancel the Intelligent Auto function, select - [Off] - . 2. Point this product toward the subject and start recording.
Camera-shake detection: Sound detection: , (Walk), (Tripod) (Auto Wind NR) Note This product may not detect the expected scene or subject, depending on the recording conditions. [26] How to Use Recording Useful functions for recording Decreasing the voice volume of the person recording the movie (My Voice Canceling) You can record movies decreasing the voice volume of the person recording the movie. 1. Press the button. When [My Voice Canceling] is set to [On], is displayed.
This product can track a subject you select and adjust the focus automatically. The function is available in the movie or photo shooting mode when all the following menu items are set to [Auto]: [Scene Selection]/[White Balance]/[Focus]/[Exposure]/[IRIS] 1. Touch the subject you want to track while recording. To cancel the Lock-on AF function, select . Note While using the following functions, you cannot use [Lock-on AF].
3. Press PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus, then press it fully. When the focus is adjusted properly, the AE/AF lock indicator appears on the LCD monitor. The time-lapse capture will be stopped if you press the PHOTO button during timelapse capture. Note To save battery power, it is recommended to power the camcorder using the AC adaptor during when using the time-lapse capture mode.
2. Select / to move the desired event to the center ( ) and then select it ( ). This product displays recorded images as an event automatically, based on the date and time. Only movies saved in the format selected in [ File Format] will appear. You can change the displayed movies by selecting the format from - [Image Quality/ Size] - [ File Format]. When you select [ XAVC S 4K], change the [ Frame Rate] setting according to the movie you want to play as well (1080 60i-compatible device).
Buttons for playback operations : Volume / : Previous/Next : Delete / : Fast-reverse/fast-forward : Context / : Pause/Play : Stop : Play/stop slide show To start playing slide show, select PHOTO from in step 3. : Motion shot video : Motion Interval ADJ Note To prevent your image data from being lost, save all your recorded images on external media periodically. Some buttons described above may not appear, depending on the image being played back.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. To the MENU screen Event name To the previous event To the movie/photo recording mode Highlight Movie Maker (*) * Highlight Movie Maker will be displayed when Movie format is set to AVCHD. It will not be displayed when an external media device is connected to this product. 6. To switch movie format (XAVC S 4K/XAVC S HD/AVCHD/MP4) The displayed icon differs depending on the [ File Format] setting. 7. Events 8. To the next event 9. Time-line bar 10. To change Event Scale (approx. 3 months/1.
9. Movie 10. Highlight Movie 11. Photo Note Displayed icons may differ, depending on the model. Hint Reduced-size images which enable you to view many images at the same time on an index screen are called “thumbnails.” [31] How to Use Playback Creating a highlight movie About Highlight Movie Maker Highlight Movie Maker on this product creates highlight movies (MP4 format) from a number of movies (AVCHD format) you have recorded, freeing you from complicated editing work.
1. Open the LCD monitor and press (View Images) to enter the playback mode. You can also operate by selecting (View Images) on the LCD monitor. The Event View screen is displayed. 2. Display the desired event at the center of the Event View, and select [ Highlight]. [ Highlight] will not be displayed when only movies recorded in the AVCHD format are selected. 3. To change the settings, select , change the settings according to your preference on the displayed setting screen then select . 4.
Menu items that you can set [Selection Range] You can change the date range (starting date/ending date) of the highlight movie to be created. [Movie Length] You can set the length of the highlight movie. [Transition Effect] You can set the effect of the transition between scenes in the highlight movie. [Transition Speed] You can set the speed of the transition between scenes in the highlight movie. [Music] You can select your preferred background music for the highlight movie.
When no highlight points are set, the highlight movie is edited with the points this product selects. There is a possibility that some of the highlight points you have set will not be used in the highlight movie. If the highlight movie cannot be played back due to corrupted background music file, select - [Setup] - [ Playback Settings] - [Empty Music], then transfer the background music file to this product.
[34] How to Use Playback Creating a highlight movie Playing highlight movies You can play movies created in the Highlight Movie Maker. 1. Open the LCD monitor and press You can also operate by selecting 2. Select 3. Select (View Images) to enter the playback mode. (View Images) on the LCD monitor. at the top right corner of the screen / to move the desired event to the center ( MP4 - . ) and then select it ( ). Highlight movies are saved with the date it was created on. 4. Select the image.
media periodically. [35] How to Use format) Playback Playing MP4 movies (HD movie) (switching the movie 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. 1. Press (View Images) to enter the playback mode. 2. Select the movie format you want to play from LCD monitor. at the top right corner of the An icon other than may be displayed depending on the [ setting and playback movie format setting.
[37] How to Use Playback Editing images from the playback screen 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 want to delete. , and then select the movie format you An icon other than may be displayed depending on the [ setting and playback movie format setting. 3. File Format] - [Edit/Copy] - [Delete]. 4.
[38] How to Use Playback Editing images from the playback screen Deleting by date Select unnecessary images by date of recording and delete them. 1. Press the button on this product to enter the playback mode. 2. On the Event View screen, select want to delete. , and then select the movie format you Another icon may appear instead of setting and the movie playback format. 3. depending on the [ File Format] - [Edit/Copy] - [Delete]. 4. Select [All In Event]. 5.
2. Select the point where you want to divide the movie into scenes using then select . / , and A: Returns to the beginning of the selected movie B: Adjusts the dividing point with more precision Note 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 XAVC S movie or an MP4 movie cannot be divided.
The image size of the photo is as follows: XAVC S 4K format: [8.3 M] XAVC S HD/AVCHD format: [2.1 M]. A: Returns to the beginning of the selected movie B: Adjusts the capturing point with more precision Note You cannot capture photos from a movie saved on a memory card. (models with the USB output only jack) Hint The recording date and time of captured photos are the same as the recording date and time of the movies.
XAVC S 4K movies are not compatible with [Motion Shot Video]. [High Speed REC] is not compatible with [Motion Shot Video]. [Motion Shot Video] cannot be saved as movies. Trajectories of a moving object may not be created properly if the object is moving slowly or almost not at all. Hint If this function does not work well, you can use to change the interval of trajectories to be created. You can capture photos from your favorite scene of a [Motion Shot Video] ([Photo Capture]).
1. Face the projector lens towards a surface, such as a wall, and then press PROJECTOR. 2. Select [Image Shot on This Device] on the LCD monitor. 3. Select [Project] on the LCD monitor. This screen appears the first time you use the built-in projector after this product is turned on. 4. Adjust the focus of the projected image using the PROJECTOR FOCUS lever. A: PROJECTOR FOCUS lever The projected image is larger when the distance between this product and the reflecting surface increase.
A: Power zoom lever B: PHOTO button For details on playback, see “Playing movies and photos from the Event View screen.” Press PROJECTOR to turn off the projector. [44] How to Use Playback Using the built-in projector Using the projector for your computer or other devices(models with the projector) You can project images from a computer or other devices using the built-in projector. 1.
A: PROJECTOR FOCUS lever The further you position this product from the wall, the larger the screen will be. It is recommended that you place this product further than 0.5 m (1.6 feet) away (approximate distance) from the surface that the images are to be projected onto. 6. Select the image you want to view using your computer or other devices. To turn off the projector, press PROJECTOR. Note You can only operate the PROJECTOR FOCUS lever while projecting images.
When [HDMI Resolution] is set to [Auto] or [2160p/1080p] Playback image quality: 4K When [HDMI Resolution] is set to [1080p], [1080i] or [720p] Playback image quality: High definition image quality 2. Connect the HDMI cable ( ) (supplied) to the HDMI OUT jack ( and to the HDMI input jack ( ) on the TV. ) on this product Note Refer to the instruction manuals of the TV as well. Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power source.
2. Connect the HDMI cable ( ) (supplied) to the HDMI OUT jack ( to the HDMI input jack ( ) on the TV. ) on this product and 3. Play a desired movie saved on this product. 4. Touch the (Trimming Playback) button on the LCD monitor of this product during movie playback. The trimming playback frame appears. 5. Touch the area you want to enlarge on the LCD monitor of this product. The size of the trimmed image can be adjusted with the (zoom in)/ buttons.
1. Switch the input on the TV to the connected jack. - [Setup] - [ Connection] - [HDMI Resolution] - desired setting. The playback image quality differs, depending on the [HDMI Resolution] setting value. When the movie format is XAVC S 4K HDMI Resolution: [Auto], [1080p], [1080i], [720p] Playback image quality: High definition image quality HDMI Resolution: [2160p/1080p] Playback image quality: 4K (You cannot view images on a high definition TV.
If you do not want to display icons on the screen of the TV connected via HDMI, select - [Setup] - [ Connection], then set [CTRL FOR HDMI] to [Off]. [48] How to Use Playback Playing images on a high definition TV Enjoying 5.1ch surround sound You can record Dolby Digital 5.1ch surround sound with the built-in microphone (default setting). Realistic sound can be enjoyed when playing a movie on devices that support 5.1ch surround sound input.
commander of your TV. You can display the LCD monitor of this product such as Event View, play selected movies or display selected photos by pressing up/down/left/right/enter buttons of the remote commander of your TV. Note There may be some operations you cannot do with the remote commander. Set [CTRL FOR HDMI] to [On]. Also set your TV accordingly. Refer to the instruction manual of the TV for details. The operation of BRAVIA Sync differs according to each model of BRAVIA.
[52] How to Use Playback Playing images on a high definition TV Enlarging a part of an XAVC S 4K movie on the screen during playback on TV (Trimming Playback) You can enlarge a desired part of the image while a movie recorded in [ XAVC S 4K] format is being played back on TV. The enlarged part is played back in high definition image quality. Photos are also trimmed and enlarged if you play back images in the event with both movies and photos. 1.
The size of the trimmed image can be adjusted with the (zoom in)/ buttons. You can also adjust the image size with the power zoom lever. (zoom out) Note Enlarged images cannot be played back on the LCD monitor of this product.
Note Refer to the instruction manuals of the TV as well. Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power source. [54] How to Use Saving images How to save movies Saving movies How to save images in each format is as follows. XAVC S 4K How to save: Save images on USB external hard disk or on your computer using the PlayMemories Home software. Saving format: XAVC S 4K XAVC S HD How to save: Save images on USB external hard disk or on your computer using the PlayMemories Home software.
image quality will be standard definition. To transfer images to your smartphone Connect this product and your smartphone via Wi-Fi to transfer MP4 movies to the smartphone. To record movies in MP4 format, set [Dual Video REC] to [On]. MP4 is a movie format suitable for uploading to websites. This product records an MP4 movie simultaneously while recording a movie.
[56] How to Use Saving images Using the PlayMemories Home software Checking the computer system You can check the system requirements for software at the following URL. http://www.sony.net/pcenv/ [57] How to Use Saving images Using the PlayMemories Home software 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.
Note Log on to your computer as an administrator. You may need to restart your computer. When prompted to restart, follow the on-screen instructions. Depending on the usage environment, DirectX can then be installed. Hint For details on PlayMemories Home, refer to the help of PlayMemories Home. [58] How to Use Saving images Using the PlayMemories Home software Disconnecting this product from the computer Disconnect this product from the computer connected with the USB Cable. 1.
Mac: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/ Note The software that can be used with this product will differ, depending on the countries/regions. [60] How to Use Saving images Using the PlayMemories Home software Creating a Blu-ray disc You can create a Blu-ray disc with an AVCHD movie previously imported to a computer. To create a Blu-ray disc, the “BD Add-on Software” must be installed. http://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/BDUW/ Your computer must support the creation of Blu-ray discs.
media device formatted with a file system that this product cannot recognize, format it on your computer, etc. in advance. Before formatting, make sure that you have no important data saved on the external media device as formatting will delete the data. Operation is not guaranteed with all devices satisfying the operating requirements. The number of scenes you can save on the external media device is as follows.
A: USB Adaptor Cable (sold separately) Make sure not to disconnect the USB Cable while [Preparing image database file. Please wait.] is displayed on the LCD monitor. If [Repair Img. DB F.] is displayed on the LCD monitor of this product, select . 2. Select [Copy.] on the LCD monitor of this product. Movies and photos that are stored on the recording media, and that have not yet been saved on to an external media device can be saved on the connected media device at this time.
Make sure not to disconnect the USB Cable while [Preparing image database file. Please wait.] is displayed on the LCD monitor. If [Repair Img. DB F.] is displayed on the LCD monitor of this product, select . 2. Select [Play without copying.]. 3. Select images. - [Edit/Copy] - [Copy], and then follow the on-screen instructions to save Hint If you want to copy images that have not yet been copied, select - [Edit/Copy] [Direct Copy] while this product is connected to the external media device.
Hint You can also view images on a TV connected to this product. When an external media device is connected, will appear on the Event View screen. To play back the images saved on an external media device using your computer, select the drive that represents the external media device on the PlayMemories Home software, and then play movies.
[66] How to Use Saving images Creating a disc with a recorder 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). Note Connect the AC Adaptor to this product, and then connect the AC Adaptor to a wall outlet (wall socket). Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the device connected. 1. Insert the recording medium in the recording device (a disc recorder, etc.).
Change the [Data Code] setting if you want to copy the date and time and the camera setting data information. Set [TV Type] to [4:3] if the screen size of your display device such as TV is 4:3. [67] How to Use Using the Wi-Fi function What you can do with the Wi-Fi function What you can do with the Wi-Fi function Explains what you can do using the Wi-Fi function of this product.
Playing images on a TV Live Streaming Multi Camera Control Note The Wi-Fi function of this product cannot be used by connecting to a public wireless network.
PlayMemories Mobile is not guaranteed to work on all smartphones and tablets. [68] How to Use Using the Wi-Fi function Installing PlayMemories Mobile About the PlayMemories Mobile software To perform operations such as [Ctrl with Smartphone] and [Send to Smartphone], the PlayMemories Mobile application for smartphone is required. Install the application from the applications store for your smartphone.
What you can do with the NFC connection Operations available when you touch this product to an NFC-enabled smartphone differs depending on the status of this product. When this product is in movie/photo recording mode [Ctrl with Smartphone] starts up. When images are being played back on this product [Send to Smartphone] starts up and images being played back are transferred. Note To use the one-touch functions of this product, an NFC-enabled smartphone or tablet is required.
4. Select [OK]. (If a message appears, select [OK] again.) 5. With your smartphone, read the QR Code displayed on the LCD monitor of the camcorder. Android When [Connect with the camera?] is displayed, select [Connect]. iPhone/iPad Follow the on-screen instructions and install the profile (setting information). On Home, select [Settings] - [Wi-Fi].
Select the SSID of the camcorder. Go back to the Home screen and start up PlayMemories Mobile. Note If the camcorder cannot be connected with the smartphone by NFC or by reading the QR Code, connect by using the SSID and the password. Hint Once the QR Code is read and the connection has been successfully established, the SSID (DIRECT-xxxx) and the password of the camcorder will be registered onto your smartphone.
[71] How to Use Using the Wi-Fi function Connecting a smartphone Connecting to your Android smartphone or tablet (by entering an SSID and password) 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. 1. Start up PlayMemories Mobile on the smartphone. 2. Select the SSID displayed on this product. 3. Enter the password displayed on this product.
[72] How to Use Using the Wi-Fi function Connecting a smartphone Connecting to your iPhone or iPad (by entering an SSID and password) 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. 1. Open the settings menu. 2. Select Wi-Fi. 3. Select the SSID displayed on this product. 4. Enter the password displayed on this product.
5. Confirm that the SSID displayed on this product is selected. 6. Go back to Home and start up PlayMemories Mobile. [73] How to Use Using the Wi-Fi function Controlling via a smartphone Using your smartphone or tablet as a wireless remote commander You can operate this product using your smartphone or tablet as a wireless remote commander. 1. Install PlayMemories Mobile on your smartphone. If PlayMemories Mobile is already installed in your smartphone, update the software to the latest version.
2. On the LCD monitor of this product, select Smartphone]. - [Wireless] - [ Function] - [Ctrl with The QR Code, SSID, password and device name are displayed on the LCD monitor of this product. This product is now ready to be operated using your smartphone. 3. Start PlayMemories Mobile, select [Scan QR Code of the Camera] - [OK] - [OK], then scan the QR Code displayed on the LCD monitor of this product with your smartphone or tablet. Connect to this product using your smartphone.
Make sure that your smartphone is not in sleep mode and the screen is unlocked in advance. 1. Install PlayMemories Mobile on your smartphone. If PlayMemories Mobile is already installed in your smartphone, update the software to the latest version. 2. Select [Settings] on the smartphone, then select [More…] and place a checkmark next to [NFC]. 3. Enter the recording mode, and then touch of your smartphone.
without notice by future upgrades. This application is not guaranteed to work on all smartphones and tablets. If the connections is not made successfully, try the procedures shown in “Connecting to an Android smartphone or tablet.” Hint For the latest supported OS, refer to the download page of PlayMemories Mobile. [75] How to Use Using the Wi-Fi function Transferring images to a smartphone Transferring movies (MP4) and photos to your smartphone or tablet Transfer images to your smartphone or tablet.
The QR Code, SSID, password and device name and a password are displayed on the LCD monitor of this product. This product is now ready to be connected from your smartphone. 6. Start PlayMemories Mobile, select [Scan QR Code of the Camera] - [OK] - [OK], then read the QR Code displayed on the LCD monitor of this product with your smartphone or tablet. Connect to this product using your smartphone. For details on the connection method of your smartphone, see “Related Topic.” 7.
[76] How to Use Using the Wi-Fi function Transferring images to a smartphone Transferring movies (MP4) and photos to your smartphone or tablet using the NFC function (NFC onetouch sharing) Transfer images 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. 1. Install PlayMemories Mobile on your smartphone. If PlayMemories Mobile is already installed in your smartphone, update the software to the latest version.
seconds until PlayMemories Mobile starts up on your smartphone. Make sure that (N mark) is displayed on the LCD monitor of this product. 5. The images are transferred from this product to the smartphone. Transferred images will be stored in Gallery/Album on an Android smartphone/tablet or Album on an iPhone/iPad. Note You cannot transfer XAVC S movies or AVCHD movies. [Send to Smartphone] is not available when MP4 movies or still images have not been saved on this product.
http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/ If connecting this product to your computer for the first time after installing the software, set [USB Connect Setting] to [Mass Storage] on this product, and then connect this product to your computer with the USB Cable. If the software is already installed in your computer, update the software to the latest version. 2. Connect this product to the wireless network access point. If your access point does not support the WPS push button, refer to “Access point settings”.
If your access point does not support the WPS push button, refer to “Access point settings”. If your access point supports the WPS push button, refer to “WPS Push”. Step 1 can be skipped from the second time. 2. Press the 3. Select transfer. button on this product to enter the playback mode. - [Wireless] - [ Function] - [View on TV] - the type of image you want to 4. Play a movie or a photo on the TV.
A: Wi-Fi B: Tethering mode C: 3G/LTE D: Comments from viewers E: Video sharing site such as Ustream To perform Live Streaming, the following preparations are required. Set the following settings for streaming in the Live Streaming settings of this product. User registration to video sharing site (such as Ustream) A smartphone (capable of tethering) or a Wi-Fi network environment Live Streaming feature is dependent upon the Third Party Internet Provider's service and terms in your region.
Connect to your computer with Mass Storage. B: “PlayMemories Home” Start “PlayMemories Home.” C: Obtaining OAuth authenticated channel ID Log in to Ustream and perform authentication using “PlayMemories Home.” Network settings on the computer Check the following settings before connecting this product to your computer. Select selected. Select selected.
You can start Live Streaming after the preparation is complete. When Live Streaming for the first time, it is recommended that you rehearse streaming in a prepared environment after setting up with a “PlayMemories Home” on your computer in advance. Set your smartphone to tethering mode or turn on your Wi-Fi router before performing Live Streaming. 1. On the movie/photo recording screen, select Streaming]. - [Wireless] - [ Function] - [Live 2. Press the START/STOP button to start streaming. [Connecting...
Setting] - [Vid REC during strm.] - [Off]. [82] How to Use Using the Wi-Fi function Live Streaming Restrictions for Live Streaming There are restrictions when performing Live Streaming. Restrictions for Ustream There are some restrictions for video streaming on Ustream. For details, see the Ustream site. Network connection Use a smartphone capable of tethering or Wi-Fi router for Live Streaming. However, proper operation with all smartphones or Wi-Fi routers is not guaranteed.
[83] How to Use product Using the Wi-Fi function Controlling other cameras through this Shooting with this product and other cameras with Multi Camera Control This function enables you to record images using this product and several cameras simultaneously by connecting them to Wi-Fi. You can also perform some basic operations of the connected cameras, such as configuring the settings, from this product.
PHOTO or the zoom lever can be used even during shooting with Multi Camera Control. 4. Press the START/STOP button of this product. Recording ends. Menu items that you can set [Connect Device Swt] (displayed when one camera is connected) Disconnects the currently connected camera and selects another device. [Connect Device Reg] (displayed when several cameras are connected) Registers cameras that have not been registered before.
[ Shooting Interval]: Sets the interval period for in how many seconds a photo is recorded. Connecting device settings (displayed when one camera is connected) You can configure the settings of the connected camera. [Beep]: Sets whether to emit operation beeps. Note Icons displayed differ according to the status of the connected cameras. Depending on the connected camera, its LCD monitor may turn off, or its operations may become unavailable.
[84] How to Use product Using the Wi-Fi function Controlling other cameras through this Connecting this product to one camera with Multi Camera Control (Single Connection) You can connect this product with another camera via Wi-Fi. By connecting via Wi-Fi, you can control another camera with this product. 1. Turn on the power of the camera you want to connect and set it in a state ready for WiFi connection. For details on the operation, refer to the instructions manual of the camera. 2.
control other cameras with this product. 1. Turn on the power of the cameras you want to connect and set them in a state ready for Wi-Fi connection. For details on the operation, refer to the instructions manual of the cameras. 2. Turn on this product, then select Set] - [Multi Connection]. 3. Select 4. Select - [Wireless] - [ Setting] - [Multi Camera Ctrl - [Wireless] - [ Function] - [Multi Camera Control]. . 5. Select [Connect Device Reg].
Installing PlayMemories Home To edit PinP clips, etc., you need to install PlayMemories Home on your computer. PlayMemories Home can be installed from the following URL. http://www.sony.net/pm/ [87] How to Use Menu operations Using menu items Setting up menu items This product has various menu items under each of 7 menu categories. 1. Select . 2. Select a category. 3. Select your desired menu item.
Select to finish setting the menu or to return to the previous screen. To find a menu item quickly The [Camera/Mic], [Wireless] and [Setup] menus have sub-categories. Select the subcategory icon so that you can select your desired menu item. A: Sub-category icons When you cannot select a menu item Some menu items or settings are not available, depending on the settings of this product.
3. 4. 5. 6. Each time you touch the key, the displayed character switches between the choices available. For example: If you want to enter “abd” Select [abc], touching it once to display “a” touch - select [abc], touching it twice to display “b” - select [def] touching it once to display “d.” Space Enters a space. Input box The characters you entered are displayed. indicates the limit to text length. Move cursor Moves the cursor in the input box to the right or left.
[91] How to Use Menu operations Shooting Mode Time-lapse Capture What is Time-lapse Capture? In Time-lapse Capture mode, photos are taken sequentially at regular intervals. From these photos, you can create a movie by using the application for computers PlayMemories Home (Windows OS: ver. 5.1 or later, Mac OS: ver. 3.1 or later). You can express events that take place over a long time, such as the transition of the sky, and growth of plants, in a short period. 1. 2.
Images shot using Time-lapse Capture are saved on the camcorder as photos. You can create a movie from these photos by importing them to a computer, etc., and using applications such as PlayMemories Home (Windows OS: ver. 5.1 or later, Mac OS: ver. 3.1 or later). Note To prevent running short of battery power, it is recommended to power the camcorder using the AC adaptor during time-lapse capture. The shooting time calculated based on settings is displayed on the settings screen for Time-lapse Capture.
[3sec After]: This product records a movie of approximately 3 seconds after the START/STOP button is pressed. [3sec Before]: This product records a movie of approximately 3 seconds before the START/STOP button is pressed. 4. Press the START/STOP button. [Recording...] disappears when recording is finished. Note You cannot record sound. Image quality is not as good as that of normal recording. When you set [ File Format] to [ XAVC S 4K] or [ is not available.
The moment when the largest sound is detected within the first second after START/STOP is pressed is assumed as the moment that a club hit a ball, and the period of time adjusted automatically according to the detected moment will be recorded. * seconds A: The point when you press START/STOP B: The sound of a club hitting the ball C: This product records images in this 2 second period.
[94] How to Use Menu operations Shooting Mode High Speed REC When you record [ function. XAVC S HD] movies, you can use the high-speed recording 1. - [Image Quality/ Size] - [ File Format] - [ 2. - [Shooting Mode] - [High Speed REC]. XAVC S HD]. Note When you set [ File Format] to [ not available. Zoom magnification is up to 20 times.
(Indoor): The white balance is appropriately adjusted for the following recording conditions: Indoors At party scenes or studios where the lighting conditions change quickly Under video lamps in a studio, or under sodium lamps or incandescent-like color lamps (One Push): The white balance will be adjusted according to the ambient light. 1. Select . 2. Keep framing white object such as a piece of paper, to fill the LCD monitor under the same lighting conditions as you will shoot the subject. 3. Select .
[Exposure] and [Focus] are automatically set to [Manual]. [97] How to Use Menu operations Camera/Mic Spot Meter Exposure can be adjusted and set for the selected subject automatically. This function is useful when there is strong contrast between the subject and the background, such as subjects in the spotlight on stage. 1. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Manual Settings] - [Spot Meter]. 2. Touch the subject which you want to adjust the exposure. To return the setting to automatic exposure, select [Auto].
Note [Focus] is automatically set to [Manual]. [99] How to Use Menu operations Camera/Mic Exposure You can fix the brightness of an image manually. Adjust the brightness when the subject is too bright or too dark. 1. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Manual Settings] - [Exposure] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Auto: The exposure is adjusted automatically. Manual: Select if the subject is white or the backlight is bright, or select is black or the light is dim.
Note 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. Hint It is easier to focus on the subject by moving the power zoom lever towards T (telephoto) to adjust the focus, then towards W (wide angle) to adjust the zoom for recording. When you want to record a subject at close range, move the power zoom lever to W (wide angle), then adjust the focus.
You can shoot images with the Shutter Speed priority mode. You can express the movement of a moving subject in various way by adjusting the shutter speed. 1. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Manual Settings] - [Shutter Speed] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Auto: The shutter speed is adjusted automatically. Manual: Adjust the shutter speed using shutter speed. to get a fast shutter speed, and to get a slow Hint Moving objects you record will look different depending on the shutter speed.
AGC Limit You can select the upper limit for the AGC (Auto Gain Control). 1. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Manual Settings] - [AGC Limit] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Off : The gain is automatically adjusted. 24dB/21dB/18dB/15dB/12dB/9dB/6dB/3dB/0dB ( ): The gain is automatically adjusted up to the selected limit. Note At a higher gain, the brightness becomes more appropriate in dim scenes, but the noise increases.
White Balance Shift You can adjust the white balance according to your preference. 1. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Manual Settings] - [White Balance Shift] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Off: The white balance is adjusted automatically. On ( and adjusted number): Adjust the white balance using the images appear reddish. [106] How to Use when the images appear bluish, and Menu operations when Camera/Mic Low Lux You can record bright color images, even in dim light. 1.
Descriptions of menu items (Auto): Adjusts image quality automatically. (Night Scene)(*): Using a tripod (sold separately) allows you to shoot beautiful night scenes. (Sunrise&Sunset)(*): Reproduces the atmosphere of scenes such as sunsets or sunrises. (Fireworks)(*): Takes spectacular shots of fireworks. (Landscape)(*): Shoots distant subjects clearly. This setting also prevents this product from focusing on glass or metal mesh in windows between this product and the subject.
(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. *Adjusted to focus on subjects farther away only. Note If you set [Scene Selection], the following settings are canceled.
Allows you to shoot more impressive images by selecting the desired effect. 1. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Camera Settings] - [Picture Effect] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Off: Does not use the Picture Effect. (Toy Camera): Allows you to shoot an image having a unique color tone with its surrounding colors dark. Select the effect you want with [OPTION]. (Pop Color): Allows you to shoot a pop art-like colorful image with emphasis on the color tone.
atmosphere of film camera images. 1. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Camera Settings] - [ Cinematone] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Off : Does not use the Cinematone function. On : Uses the Cinematone function. Note When you switch this function on or off, the image will be paused temporarily. When [ Cinematone] is set to [On], the [Scene Selection] setting changes to [Auto]. When [ Cinematone] is set to [On], the [Picture Effect] setting changes to [Off].
A: Out B: In Note When you press START/STOP, the setting is cleared. [111] How to Use Menu operations Camera/Mic Self-Timer Press PHOTO to start the count down. A photo is recorded after about 10 seconds. 1. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Camera Settings] - [ Self-Timer] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Off: Cancels the self-timer. On ( ): Starts the self-timer recording. To cancel the recording, select . Hint The Self-Timer does operate in photo recording mode.
Descriptions of menu items Intelligent Active: Records a movie using the most effective SteadyShot function on this product. This function is not available when [ File Format] is set to [ XAVC S 4K]. Active: Records a movie using a more effective SteadyShot function. Standard: Reduces camera shake using the SteadyShot function in wide-angle shooting. Off ( ): Does not use the SteadyShot function. Note The angle of view will be changed after changing the settings of the [ SteadyShot] function.
Descriptions of menu items On: The SteadyShot function is used. Off ( ): The SteadyShot function is not used. [114] How to Use Menu operations Camera/Mic Digital Zoom You can select the maximum zoom level. Note that the image quality decreases when you use the digital zoom. 1. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Camera Settings] - [Digital Zoom] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Off: Digital zoom cannot be used. 250: Up to 250 zoom is performed digitally.
effective. [116] How to Use Menu operations Camera/Mic Auto Back Light This product adjusts the exposure for backlit subjects automatically. 1. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Camera Settings] - [Auto Back Light] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items On: The exposure for backlit subjects is adjusted automatically. Off: Does not adjust the exposure for backlit subjects.
1. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Camera Settings] - [NIGHTSHOT Light] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items On : Emits infrared light. Off : Does not emit infrared light. [119] How to Use Menu operations Camera/Mic Face Detection You can set this product to detect a face automatically. This product adjusts the focus/color/exposure automatically for the face of the selected subject. 1. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Face] - [Face Detection] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Auto: Detects faces.
The shutter is released automatically when this product detects a smile. If you do not want to take photos automatically, select [Off]. 1. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Face] - [Smile Shutter] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Dual Capture ( ): Only during movie recording, the shutter is released automatically, when this product detects a smile. Always On ( ): The shutter is released when this product detects a smile whenever this product is in recording mode.
[122] How to Use Menu operations Camera/Mic Flash (Only when connecting an external flash) Select the flash setting. Select the desired flash setting when you record photos using an external flash (sold separately) compatible with this product. 1. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Flash] - [Flash] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Auto: Automatically flashes when there is insufficient ambient light. On ( ): Always uses the flash regardless of the surrounding brightness.
Makes the flash level higher. Normal: Normal flash level Low: Makes the flash level lower. [124] How to Use Menu operations Camera/Mic Red Eye Reduction (Only when connecting an external flash) Prevent redeye by activating the pre-flash before the flash operates. Set this function when you record photos using an external flash (sold separately) compatible with this product. 1. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Flash] - [Red Eye Reduction] - desired setting.
1. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Microphone] - [My Voice Canceling]. Descriptions of menu items Off: Does not decrease the voice volume of the person recording the movie. On ( ): Decreases the voice volume of the person recording the movie and records the voice of the subject clearly. Note Set [My Voice Canceling] to [Off] if you want to record a movie without decreasing the voice volume of the person recording the movie.
Auto Wind NR This function automatically cuts the low-range wind noise according to the noise level when recording using the built-in microphone. 1. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Microphone] - [Auto Wind NR] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Off ( ): Does not reduce the wind noise. On: Reduces the wind noise. Note When you set [Auto Wind NR] to [Off], Intelligent Auto is set to [Off]. [Auto Wind NR] will not function while an external microphone is attached to this product.
[129] How to Use Menu operations Camera/Mic Audio Rec Level You can adjust the audio recording level. 1. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Microphone] - [Audio Rec Level] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Auto: The audio recording level is adjusted automatically. Manual ( ): Adjust the audio recording level with lower the audio recording level. to raise the audio recording level and to Note The manually set value will be reset each time you switch between [Auto] and [Manual].
3. Select one of the My Buttons to which the menu item will be assigned. 4. Select . [131] How to Use Menu operations Camera/Mic Focus Magnifier (models with the viewfinder) You can magnify an image that appears at the center of the LCD monitor by about 2.0 times to confirm the sharpness of the focus. 1. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Shooting Assist] - [Focus Magnifier] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Off: Does not magnify images. On: Magnify images.
You can display the lines and check that the subject is horizontal or vertical. 1. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Shooting Assist] - [Grid Line] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Off: Does not display the grid lines. On: Displays the grid lines. Hint Positioning the subject at the cross point of the grid lines makes a balanced composition. The lines are not recorded. The outer frame of grid lines shows the display area of a TV which is not compatible with full pixel display.
[134] How to Use Menu operations Camera/Mic Zebra You can display a zebra pattern as a guide for adjusting brightness. 1. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Shooting Assist] - [Zebra] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Off: Does not display the zebra pattern. (70): Displays the zebra pattern over the part of an image that exceeds the brightness level of about 70 IRE. (100): Displays the zebra pattern over the part of an image that exceeds the brightness level of about 100 IRE.
Off: Does not display the enhanced outlines. (White) Displays the enhanced outlines in white. (Red) Displays the enhanced outlines in red. (Yellow) Displays the enhanced outlines in yellow. Note The enhanced outlines may not appear in a dark location. Hint The enhanced outlines will not be recorded on the image. [136] How to Use Menu operations Camera/Mic Audio Level Display You can select whether or not to display the audio level meter.
type of media device to which the images can be copied may differ, depending on the movie quality selected. 1. - [Image Quality/ Size] - [ REC Mode] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items When [ File Format] is set to [ XAVC S 4K], [60Mbps ] or [100Mbps ] can be selected. When [ File Format] is set to [ XAVC S HD], you can only select [50Mbps ] during normal recording; and [60Mbps ] or [100Mbps ] during [High Speed REC].
You can select the frame rate to be used to record XAVC S 4K movies, XAVC S HD movies or AVCHD movies. Set [ Frame Rate] first, before setting [ REC Mode]. 1. - [Image Quality/ Size] - [ Frame Rate] - desired setting. Available frame rate settings vary depending on the recording format. See the following.
The media that the recorded images can be saved on will depend on the setting of [ REC Mode]. [139] How to Use Menu operations Image Quality/Size Dual Video REC You can set the dual recording mode (recording an MP4 movie during movie recording) to on or off. 1. - [Image Quality/ Size] - [Dual Video REC] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items On : Records an MP4 movie while recording a 4K or HD movie. Off: Does not record an MP4 movie while recording a 4K or HD movie.
1. - [Image Quality/ Size] - [ File Format] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items XAVC S 4K: Records 4K images in XAVC S format. This setting is suitable for watching on a 4K TV. Both recording and playback switches. Movies you can play are also switched according to the [ Frame Rate] setting value. XAVC S HD: Records HD (high definition) images in XAVC S format. This setting is suitable for watching on an HD (high definition) TV. Both recording and playback switches.
The By Pixel Super Resolution technology is used for recording size L photos and size M photos (recorded by the Dual Capture function during AVCHD/XAVC S HD movie recording). [142] How to Use Menu operations Wireless Ctrl with Smartphone You can use your smartphone as a wireless remote commander. 1. - [Wireless] - [ Function] - [Ctrl with Smartphone]. [143] How to Use Menu operations Wireless Multi Camera Control You can control other cameras connected to this product via Wi-Fi.
1. Press the 2. button on this product to enter the playback mode. - [Wireless] - [ Function] - [Send to Smartphone]. Note Do not close the LCD monitor while transferring files. Transferring will be interrupted. [146] How to Use Menu operations Wireless Send to Computer Transfer images recorded with this product to your computer. 1. Press the 2. button on this product to enter the playback mode. - [Wireless] - [ Function] - [Send to Computer].
[148] How to Use Menu operations Wireless Airplane Mode When you board an airplane, you can deactivate the Wi-Fi function temporarily. 1. - [Wireless] - [ Setting] - [Airplane Mode] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Off: Normal setting. On ( ): Use the setting when you are on board an airplane. [149] How to Use Menu operations Wireless Multi Camera Ctrl Set You can set the connection method for Multi Camera Control. 1.
Ustream, the video can be recorded on the recording media of this product. 1. - [Wireless] - [ Setting] - [Vid REC during strm.] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items On: Records videos on the recording media of this product during Live Streaming. Off: Does not record videos on the recording media of this product during Live Streaming. Note If the internal memory or the memory card becomes full, recording stops automatically without stopping streaming.
[152] How to Use Menu operations Wireless Access point settings 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. 1. - [Wireless] - [ Setting] - [Access point settings]. 2. Select the access point you want to register.
Subnet mask/Default gateway: When you set [IP address setting] to [Manual], enter the IP address and subnet mask to match your network environment. Priority Connection: Select [On] or [Off]. Note To give the registered access point priority, set [Priority Connection] to [On]. Hint For input method, see “How to use the keyboard.” [153] How to Use Menu operations Wireless Edit Device Name You can change the device name for Wi-Fi Direct etc. 1. - [Wireless] - [ Setting] - [Edit Device Name]. 2.
[155] How to Use Menu operations Wireless SSID/PW Reset This product shares the SSID/password for [Multi Connection] of [Multi Camera Ctrl Set], [Send to Smartphone] and [Ctrl with Smartphone] with a device that has permission to connect. If you want to change the device that is permitted to connect to this product, reset the SSID/password by the following procedure. 1. - [Wireless] - [ Setting] - [SSID/PW Reset] - . Note After resetting the SSID/password, you must set the smartphone again.
1. - [Playback Function]. [158] How to Use Menu operations Edit/Copy Delete You can delete unnecessary images. 1. Press the button on this product to enter the playback mode. 2. On the Event View screen, select want to delete. , and then select the movie format you An icon other than may be displayed depending on the [ setting and playback movie format setting. 3. File Format] - [Edit/Copy] - [Delete] - desired setting.
Protect movies and photos to avoid deleting them by mistake. protected images. 1. Press the will be displayed on the button on this product to enter the playback mode. 2. On the Event View screen, select want to protect. , and then select the movie format you An icon other than may be displayed depending on the [ setting and playback movie format setting. 3. File Format] - [Edit/Copy] - [Protect] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Multiple Images: You can select images to be protected.
Multiple Images: You can select images to be copied. Select the type of image you want to copy, then add select . to the desired images, and then All In Event: You can copy all images in the selected date at one time. Select the date you want to copy using / , and then select . Note Do not close the LCD monitor while copying files. Copying will be interrupted. You can copy [ XAVC S 4K] movies only at the currently selected frame rate.
1. - [Setup] - [ Media Settings] - [Media Select] - desired recording medium. Descriptions of menu items Int. Memory: Records, plays or edits images on the internal memory. Memory Card: Records, plays or edits images on a memory card. Note You cannot select a different recording medium for movies and for photos. [163] How to Use Menu operations Setup Media Info You can check the remaining recordable time and the approximate free and used space of the recording media. 1. - [Setup] - [ display.
Note Connect this product to a wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation. To avoid the loss of important images, you should save them before formatting the recording media. Protected movies and photos will also be deleted. Make sure not to do the following while [Executing...] is displayed. Open/Close the LCD monitor. Operate buttons on this product. Eject the memory card from this product. Disconnect the AC Adaptor. Remove the battery pack.
[166] How to Use Menu operations Setup Repair Img. DB F. Repair the image database file when necessary, such as when the image database repair message appears. 1. - [Setup] - [ medium, and select [167] How to Use Media Settings] - [Repair Img. DB F.] - desired recording . Menu operations Setup File Number You can select the way to assign file number of photos/MP4 movies. 1. - [Setup] - [ Media Settings] - [File Number] - desired setting.
1. - [Setup] - [ Playback Settings] - [Data Code] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Off: Data code is not displayed. Date/Time: Date Time Camera Data: Movie Photo SteadyShot off White Balance Shutter Speed F-stop Gain Brightness Exposure Flash 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.
[169] How to Use Menu operations Setup Volume You can adjust the volume of playback sound. 1. - [Setup] - [ . [170] How to Use Playback Settings] - [Volume] - adjust the volume using Menu operations Setup Motion Interval ADJ Adjusts the residual image intervals of a motion shot video. 1. - [Setup] - [ Playback Settings] - [Motion Interval ADJ]. 2. Adjust the setting value of the residual image intervals with 3. Select / . .
Empty Music (Models with the USB IN/OUT jacks) You can delete all music files stored on this product. 1. - [Setup] - [ [173] How to Use Playback Settings] - [Empty Music]. Menu operations Setup TC/UB (Time code/User bit) You can record the time code (TC) and user bit (UB) as the data attached to images. What is the time code? Time code is the function that assists advanced image editing by recording hours/minutes/seconds/ frames on image data through the time that progresses while recording.
- [Setup] - [ TC/UB] - [TC Preset] - desired value. You can set the time code within the following range. When the frame rate is 30p or 60p (1080 60i-compatible device): 00:00:00:00 - 23:59:59:29 When the frame rate is 25p or 50p (1080 50i-compatible device): 00:00:00:00 - 23:59:59:24 When the frame rate is 24p, you can set the last 2 digits of the time code between 0 and 23 in multiples of 4. To reset the time code - [Setup] - [ TC/UB] - [TC Preset] - [RESET].
To select the method how the time code is recorded in the recording media (TC Make) - [Setup] - [ TC/UB] - [TC Make] - desired setting. Preset: Records the newly set time code on the recording media. Regenerate: Reads the last time code of the previous recording from the recording media and records the new time code sequentially from the last time code. Note Settings for the time code/user bit cannot be set when [Shooting Mode] is set to [Photo] or [Time-lapse Capture].
A: Images recorded in 16:9 (wide) mode B: Images recorded in 4:3 mode [175] How to Use Menu operations Setup HDMI Resolution Select the output image resolution when connecting this product to a TV with the HDMI cable. 1. - [Setup] - [ Connection] - [HDMI Resolution] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Auto: Outputs the signal according to the TV automatically. 2160p/1080p: Outputs 4K movies at 2160p and HD movies at 1080p. 1080p: Outputs the 1080p signal.
1. - [Setup] - [ Connection] - [CTRL FOR HDMI] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items On: Operates this product using the TV’s Remote Commander. Off: Does not operate this product using the TV’s Remote Commander. Note If you do not want to display icons on the screen of the TV connected via HDMI, set [CTRL FOR HDMI] to [Off].
This is a USB transfer mode compatible with certain types of computers. Mass Storage: This is a USB transfer mode compatible with many types of USB devices. Note When this product is connected to an external device in the [MTP] mode, image files will be displayed with the recorded date, however, some information included in the image files cannot be displayed on the connected device. To import images from this product to your computer, use the PlayMemories Home software.
Descriptions of menu items On: A melody sounds. Off: Cancels the melody. [181] How to Use Menu operations Setup Monitor Brightness You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor. 1. - [Setup] - [ General Settings] - [Monitor Brightness] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Normal: 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.
Off: Does not correct the distortion. Select this setting when projecting images on a tilted screen. Note Depending on angle to project at, vertical keystone distortion may not be corrected well. [183] How to Use Menu operations Setup REC Lamp You can make the camera recording lamp on the front of this product not to turn on. 1. - [Setup] - [ General Settings] - [REC Lamp] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items On: The camera recording lamp lights up.
[185] How to Use Menu operations Setup Power ON w/monitor (FDR-AX40) Set whether you turn on/off the product by opening/closing the LCD monitor or not. 1. - [Setup] - [ General Settings] - [Power ON w/monitor] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items On: Turns on/off this product when opening/closing the LCD monitor. Off: Select this setting when you want to close the LCD monitor during recording.
This product reboots each time you change the setting. When you change the setting, formatting the recording media is required. When you select [24p Mode], the following settings will be limited. The movie recording format is limited to 24p, so you can select from the XAVC S 4K, XAVC S HD and AVCHD formats. Depending on the connected TV, images may not be played back normally because the video signal output from this product is in the NTSC format. You cannot set [ [188] How to Use Frame Rate].
Descriptions of menu items Standard: The backlight of the LCD monitor turns dark automatically if you do not attempt to operate this product for more than about 1 minute. This product turns off automatically if you do not attempt to operate this product for more than about 2 minutes. Max: The backlight of the LCD monitor turns dark automatically if you do not attempt to operate this product for more than about 15 seconds.
Descriptions of menu items On: Make the settings for playback of the demonstration movie. Off: The demonstration does not appear. Note In the default setting, the protected demonstration movie is pre-recorded in the Event View. If you delete the demonstration movie, you cannot recover it (Demonstration movies may not be installed depending on the model). A movie you have recorded will be registered as the demonstration movie if it satisfies all of the following conditions. The movie is protected.
Descriptions of menu items Date & Time Format: 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. [195] How to Use Menu operations Setup Area Setting You can adjust a time difference without stopping the clock. Select your local area when using this product in other time zones. 1. - [Setup] - [ Clock Settings] - [Area Setting] - [Home] - desired setting.
555 min NP-FV100A: 930 min Hint The charging times shown in the table above are measured when charging this product at a temperature of 25 ˚C (77 °F). It is recommended that you charge the battery in a temperature range of 10 ˚C to 30 ˚C (50 °F to 86 °F).
Hint Each recording time is measured with the following settings. When [ File Format] is set to [ Frame Rate] is set to [30p] XAVC S 4K], [ REC Mode] is set to [60Mbps ] and [ [Dual Video REC] is set to [Off] 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.
photos memory Expected movie recording time and number of recordable photos for the internal Notes on recording movies Read the following precautions regarding movie recording. Note The recordable time may vary depending on the recording and subject conditions and [ REC Mode]. You can record movies of a maximum of 9,999 scenes in XAVC S format or 3,999 scenes in AVCHD format. And you can record a maximum of 40,000 MP4 movies and photos collectively.
When [ REC Mode] is set to [60Mbps Frame Rate 30p 24p ].
On 15 h 50 min (13 h 55 min) Off 25 h 05 min (20 h 35 min) Long Time * 1080 ** 60i-compatible device 1080 50i-compatible device Note The number in ( ) is the minimum recordable time. If you want to record up to the maximum recording time, you need to delete the demonstration movie on this product (Demonstration movies may not be installed depending on the model).
in AVCHD format. And you can record a maximum of 40,000 MP4 movies and photos collectively. The maximum continuous recording time of a movie is approximately 13 hours. This product uses the VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format to automatically adjust image quality to suit the recording scene. 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.
Off 30 min (30 min) XAVC S HD Frame Rate 60p (*)/50p (**) Dual Video REC Expected recording time Off 35 min (35 min) On 35 min (35 min) Off 35 min (35 min) On 35 min (35 min) Off 35 min (35 min) 30p (*)/25p (**) 24p (*) AVCHD REC Mode 60p Quality (**) (*)/50p Quality Dual Video REC Expected recording time Off 1 h 15 min (1 h 15 min) On 1 h 15 min (1 h 15 min) Off 1 h 25 min (1 h 25 min) On 1 h 40 min (1 h 40 min) Off 2 h 00 min (2 h 00 min) On 2 h 35 min (2 h 05 min) Off 3
When [ REC Mode] is set to [100Mbps Frame Rate ]. Dual Video REC Expected recording time On 35 min (35 min) Off 35 min (35 min) On 35 min (35 min) Off 35 min (35 min) 30p (*)/25p (**) 24p (*) When [ REC Mode] is set to [60Mbps Frame Rate ].
On 2 h 35 min (2 h 35 min) Off 2 h 55 min (2 h 55 min) On 3 h 20 min (3 h 20 min) Off 4 h 00 min (4 h 00 min) On 5 h 20 min (4 h 15 min) Off 7 h 05 min (5 h 25 min) On 7 h 45 min (6 h 50 min) Off 12 h 20 min (10 h 05 min) Highest Quality High Quality Standard Long Time 64 GB XAVC S 4K When [ REC Mode] is set to [100Mbps Frame Rate ].
XAVC S HD Frame Rate 60p (*)/50p (**) Dual Video REC Expected recording time Off 2 h 35 min (2 h 35 min) On 2 h 25 min (2 h 25 min) Off 2 h 35 min (2 h 35 min) On 2 h 25 min (2 h 25 min) Off 2 h 35 min (2 h 35 min) 30p (*)/25p (**) 24p (*) AVCHD REC Mode 60p Quality (**) (*)/50p Quality Dual Video REC Expected recording time Off 5 h 05 min (5 h 05 min) On 5 h 15 min (5 h 15 min) Off 6 h 00 min (6 h 00 min) On 6 h 50 min (6 h 50 min) Off 8 h 10 min (8 h 10 min) On 10 h 45 min (8
When [ REC Mode] is set to [100Mbps Frame Rate ]. Dual Video REC Expected recording time On 2 h 30 min (2 h 30 min) Off 2 h 35 min (2 h 35 min) On 2 h 30 min (2 h 30 min) Off 2 h 35 min (2 h 35 min) 30p (*)/25p (**) 24p (*) When [ REC Mode] is set to [60Mbps Frame Rate ].
On 10 h 30 min (10 h 30 min) Off 12 h 00 min (12 h 00 min) On 13 h 45 min (13 h 45 min) Off 16 h 20 min (16 h 20 min) On 21 h 30 min (17 h 25 min) Off 28 h 50 min (21 h 55 min) On 31 h 25 min (27 h 40 min) Off 49 h 45 min (40 h 50 min) Highest Quality High Quality Standard Long Time 256 GB XAVC S 4K When [ REC Mode] is set to [100Mbps Frame Rate ].
On 8 h 10 min (8 h 10 min) Off 8 h 35 min (8 h 35 min) On 8 h 10 min (8 h 10 min) Off 8 h 35 min (8 h 35 min) 30p (*)/25p (**) 24p (*) XAVC S HD Frame Rate 60p (*)/50p (**) Dual Video REC Expected recording time Off 10 h 25 min (10 h 25 min) On 9 h 45 min (9 h 45 min) Off 10 h 25 min (10 h 25 min) On 9 h 45 min (9 h 45 min) Off 10 h 25 min (10 h 25 min) 30p (*)/25p (**) 24p (*) AVCHD REC Mode 60p Quality (**) (*)/50p Quality Dual Video REC Expected recording time Off 20 h 25 mi
Off min) On 63 h 05 min (55 h 25 min) Off 99 h 45 min (81 h 55 min) Long Time * 1080 ** 60i-compatible device 1080 50i-compatible device Note When using a Sony memory card. When recording AVCHD movies with [Audio Mode] set to [5.1ch Surround]. The number in ( ) is the minimum recordable time.
3600 images 32 GB: 7200 images 64 GB: 14000 images 128 GB: 28500 images 256 GB: 40000 images Note When using a Sony memory card. The number of recordable photos of memory card shown is for the maximum image size of this product. The actual number of recordable photos is displayed on the LCD monitor during recording. The number of recordable photos of memory card may vary depending on the recording conditions.
XAVC S HD: During normal recording. Approx. 50 Mbps 1,920 × 1,080 pixels/60p(*) or 1,920 × 1,080 pixels/50p(**), 16:9 1,920 × 1,080 pixels/30p(*) or 1,920 × 1,080 pixels/25p(**), 16:9 1,920 × 1,080 pixels/24p(*), 16:9 When [Shooting Mode] is set to [High Speed REC]. Approx. 100 Mbps 1,920 × 1,080 pixels/120p(*) or 1,920 × 1,080 pixels/100p(**) Approx.
What is the AVCHD format? The AVCHD format is a high definition digital video camera format used to record a high definition (HD) signal using efficient data compression coding technology. The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format is adopted to compress video data, and the Dolby Digital or Linear PCM system is used to compress audio data. The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format is capable of compressing images at higher efficiency than that of the conventional image compressing format.
Places under direct sunlight Places with extremely high humidity or subject to corrosive gases On types of memory card you can use with this product You can use only Memory Stick PRO Duo media which is half as large as that of Memory Stick media, a standard sized SD card, a Memory Stick Micro(*), or microSD memory card(*). * When using a Memory Stick Micro or microSD memory card with the camcorder, be sure to use it by inserting it into the dedicated adaptor.
This product does not support 8-bit parallel data transfer but it supports 4-bit parallel data transfer the same as with 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.
Remove the battery pack from this product and put it in a cool place. To use the battery pack effectively Battery pack performance decreases when the ambient temperature is 10 ˚C (50 °F) or below, and the length of time you can use the battery pack becomes shorter. If that happens, one of the following is recommended to enable longer use of the battery pack: Put the battery pack in a pocket to warm it up, and install it on this product immediately before you start shooting.
[210] How to Use Additional information Handling of this product 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. TV color systems differ depending on the country/region.
card are called “recording media.” On use and storage place This product is not dustproofed, dripproofed or waterproofed. Do not hold this product by the following parts, and also do not hold this product by the jack covers. A: LCD monitor C: Viewfinder (models with the viewfinder) D: Shoe cover E: Battery pack Do not aim this product at the sun. Doing so might cause this product to malfunction. Take images of the sun only in low light conditions, such as at dusk.
If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked: Consult your local authorized Sony service facility. Wash off any liquid that may have contacted your skin. If any liquid gets in your eyes, wash with plenty of water and consult a doctor. When not using this product for a long time To keep this product in optimum state for a long time, turn it on and let it run by recording and playing back images about once a month. Use up the battery pack completely before storing it.
When an external microphone (sold separately) is connected, it takes precedence over the built-in microphone. 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. Also, the lens for this product is T*-coated to suppress unwanted reflections and faithfully reproduce colors.
[212] How to Use Additional information Handling of this product Notes on optional accessories We recommend using genuine Sony accessories. Genuine Sony accessories may not be available in some countries/regions. [213] How to Use Additional information Handling of this product On moisture condensation If this product is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside this product. This may cause a malfunction to this product.
memory may not be completely erased. It is recommended that you perform [Empty] to prevent the recovery of your data. For the network related information on this product, perform [ Network Info Reset] to reset the connection information.
projector lens with a dry soft cloth.
is supported. Viewing high definition image quality (HD) movies In countries/regions where high definition image quality (HD) broadcasts are supported, you can view recorded movies on a TV at the same high definition image quality (HD) as they were recorded with this product.
On trademarks Handycam and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. AVCHD, AVCHD logotype, AVCHD Progressive and AVCHD Progressive logotype are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. XAVC and are registered trademarks of 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.
All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Furthermore, ™ and ® are not mentioned in each case in this Help Guide.
Zoom magnifications When recording a movie with SteadyShot set to [Active] 4K : 30 times HD: 40 times When recording a movie with SteadyShot set to [Intelligent Active] 40 times When recording a movie or photo with or [Off] SteadyShot set to [Standard] 20 times When [Digital Zoom] is set to [250x] 250 times [223] How to Use Additional information Using this product after a long time Using this product after a long time In case you have not used this product for several months, check the follow
1. Check the items under “Troubleshooting,” and inspect this product. 2. Disconnect the power source, attach the power source again after about 1 minute, and turn this product on. 3. Perform [Initialize]. If you select [Initialize], all settings, including the clock setting, are reset. 4. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Note You may need to initialize or change the current internal memory (Models with the internal memory) of this product depending on the problem.
[227] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Overall operations The menu settings have been changed automatically. 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] [228] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Overall operations This product gets warm.
[White Balance] [Spot Meter/Fcs] [Spot Meter] [Spot Focus] [Exposure] [Focus] [IRIS] [Shutter Speed] [AGC Limit] [AE Shift] [White Balance Shift] [Low Lux] [Scene Selection] [Picture Effect] [ Cinematone] [ SteadyShot] [Auto Back Light] [Face Detection] [231] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Batteries/power sources The power abruptly turns off. Use the AC Adaptor. In the default setting, this product turns itself off when no operations are performed for more than about 2 minutes ([Power Save]).
[233] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Batteries/power sources The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp flashes while the battery pack is being charged. When the battery is being charged using the USB Cable, disconnect the USB Cable and connect it again. If the temperature of the battery pack is too high or too low, you may not be able to charge it. Attach the charged battery pack to this product correctly.
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. [237] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Monitor The buttons do not appear on the LCD monitor. Touch the LCD monitor lightly. [238] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Monitor 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.
attempt to operate this product for more than about 1 minute ([Power Save]). [241] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Monitor The image in the LCD monitor is not clear. You can adjust the angle of the LCD monitor for easier viewing. First open the LCD monitor 90 degrees to this product ( ), and then adjust the angle ( ). You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor. - [Setup] - [ General Settings] - [Monitor Brightness] - [Bright].
[244] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Memory card Operations using the memory card cannot be performed. If you use the memory card formatted on a computer, format it again on this product. When recording movies with [ REC Mode] is set to [100Mbps that meet the following conditions. ], use memory cards SDHC memory card or SDXC memory card; Capacity of 4 GB or more with UHS speed class 3: .
recognized. The playback device does not support the playing back of memory cards. [248] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Memory card The data file cannot be copied from internal memory (models with the internal memory). If you use the memory card formatted on a computer, format it again on this product. Memory card will not be recognized by this product unless it is inserted straight in the correct direction.
[Smth Slw REC] [Golf Shot] [High Speed REC] [ Fader] When [ File Format] is set to [ XAVC S 4K] and [Dual Video REC] is set to [On], you cannot shoot photos while recording a movie in movie recording mode. This product cannot shoot photos while it is in movie recording mode, depending on the [ REC Mode] or [ Frame Rate] selected. When you select a [Picture Effect] item, you cannot record photos in the movie recording mode.
[254] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Recording This product stops recording. If you keep applying vibration on this product, recording may stop. [255] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Recording There is a slight time lag between the moment when 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.
Note You cannot set [Intelligent Active] during the following conditions. When [Dual Video REC] is set to [On]. When [ File Format] is set to [ [258] Troubleshooting XAVC S 4K]. Troubleshooting Recording 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.
[261] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Recording [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. [262] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Recording Sound is not recorded correctly. If you connect or disconnect an external microphone, etc. while recording movies, the sound may not be recorded correctly.
recording media, but where no image appears on the Event View screen, perform [Repair Img. DB F.]. To play a movie recorded in [ XAVC S 4K] format, make sure to set [ Frame Rate] to the same value (30p or 24p) you set when recording. If not, you cannot play the movie, and a thumbnail does not appear on the LCD monitor (1080 60i-compatible device). [265] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Playback Photos cannot be played back.
[268] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Playback No sound or only a quiet sound is heard during playback. Turn up the volume. If you turn the volume down to the minimum level by adjusting in [Audio Rec Level], the sound of movies cannot be recorded. Sounds are not recorded while shooting with [Smth Slw REC] or [Golf Shot]. [269] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Playback Left and right sound is heard unbalanced when playing back movies on computers or other devices.
[WPS Push] does not work. 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]. [272] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wi-Fi [Ctrl with Smartphone], [Send to Smartphone], [Send to Computer] or [View on TV] terminates prematurely. If the battery level is low, [Ctrl with Smartphone], [Send to Smartphone], [Send to Computer] or [View on TV] may terminate prematurely.
[275] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wi-Fi The shooting screen during Multi Camera Control does not display smoothly. The connection is cut off. Depending on the signal conditions, communication between the camera and this product may not work correctly. Reduce the distance between this product and the camera. [276] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wi-Fi The NFC connection does not work.
Release the protection, and then divide. [278] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Editing movies/photos on this product The demonstration movies cannot be deleted. (models with the internal memory) Release the protection, and then delete them. Demonstration movies may not be installed depending on the model. [279] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Playback on a TV Neither image nor sound is played on the connected TV.
This happens when viewing an image on a 4:3 TV. Set [TV Type] correctly and play back the image. [282] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Playback on a TV 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. [283] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Copying/Connecting to other devices Images are not copied correctly. You cannot copy images using the HDMI cable.
[286] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Connecting to a computer 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. Disconnect the micro USB cable from the computer and restart the computer, then connect the computer and this product again in the correct order.
Follow the steps from 2 on “If you have problems.” (Battery level warning) The battery pack is nearly used up. Depending on the operating environment or battery conditions, about 20 minutes of power remaining. may flash even with (Warning indicator pertaining to the temperature of this product/battery pack ) The temperature of the product/battery pack is high. In this case, leave the power off and wait until the temperature of the product/battery pack goes down.
This product is unsteady, so camera-shake easily occurs. Hold this product steady with both hands and record the image. However, note that the camera shake warning indicator does not disappear. (Warning indicator pertaining to photo recording) Photos cannot be recorded during processing. Wait for a while, then record.
[Network] Connecting... The network is temporarily unavailable. Could not save the movie on USTREAM. The saving settings of video cannot be saved to Ustream because an error has occurred on the network. Could not find an access point. Access point cannot be found. Confirm the setting of the access point using [Access point settings] of this product. [Network Service] USTREAM error occurred. An unknown error has occurred on Ustream. Wait a moment and then try confirming the connection again.
The management file is damaged. When you select [Yes], a new management file is created. The old recorded images on the media cannot be played back (Image files are not damaged). If you execute [Repair Img. DB F.] after creating new information, playing back the old recorded images may become possible. If it does not work, copy the image using the PlayMemories Home software. There is no Image Database File Movies cannot be recorded or played Create a new file? There is no HD movie management information.
If writing data onto the media of this product has failed, attempts will be automatically made to recover the data. Cannot recover data. Writing data onto the media of this product has failed. Attempts were made to recover the data, but they were unsuccessful. Reinsert the memory card. Reinsert the memory card a few times. If the indicator continues to flash even after reinserting, the memory card could be damaged. Try with another memory card. Cannot recognize this memory card. Format and use again.
Deleting movies/photos Protecting movies/photos, or releasing the protection Copying movies/photos Data protected. You tried to delete protected data. Release the protection of the data.
