Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX620/CX670/PJ620/PJ670 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] Getting started Checking the supplied items Supplied items [7] Power source preparations Attaching the battery pack [8]
Charging the battery pack using the AC Adaptor [9] Charging the battery pack using your computer [10] Turning the power on [11] Using this product supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket) [12] Initial setup Setting the language, date and time [13] Adjusting the angle of the LCD monitor for easier viewing [14] Displaying items on the LCD monitor [15] Preparing a memory card Inserting a memory card [16] Types of memory card you can use with this product [17] Recording Recording movies/photos Record
Playing movies and photos from the Event View screen [26] Screen display on the Event View screen [27] Creating a highlight movie About Highlight Movie Maker [28] Creating a highlight movie (MP4 format) with Highlight Movie Maker [29] Adding a highlight point during recording [30] Playing highlight movies [31] Playing MP4 movies (HD movie) (switching the movie format) Playing MP4 movies (HD movie) (switching the movie format) [32] Editing images from the playback screen Notes on editing [33] Deleting the
Playing images on a non-high-definition TV Connecting this product to a non-high-definition TV [47] Saving images with an external device Using the PlayMemories Home software Using the PlayMemories Home software [48] Checking the computer system [49] Installing the PlayMemories Home software in your computer [50] Disconnecting this product from the computer [51] About the dedicated software for this product [52] Creating a Blu-ray disc [53] Saving images on an external media device Notes on use of the ext
Using your smartphone or tablet as a wireless remote commander using the NFC function (NFC one-touch remote) [62] Transferring images to a smartphone Transferring movies (MP4) and photos to your smartphone or tablet [63] Transferring movies (MP4) and photos to your smartphone or tablet using the NFC function (NFC one-touch sharing) [64] Transferring images to a computer Send to Computer [65] Transferring images to a TV Playing images on a TV (View on TV) [66] Connecting a smartphone Connecting to an And
Connecting this product to more than one camera with Multi Camera Control (Multi Connection) [77] Editing images recorded with several cameras [78] Menu operations Using menu items Setting up menu items [79] How to use the keyboard [80] Shooting Mode Movie [81] Photo [82] Camera/Mic White Balance [83] Spot Meter/Fcs [84] Spot Meter [85] Spot Focus [86] Exposure [87] Focus [88] IRIS [89] Shutter Speed [90] Low Lux [91] Scene Selection [92] Picture Effect [93] Cinematone [94] Fader [95] Self-Timer [96] Ste
Auto Back Light [100] Face Detection [101] Smile Shutter [102] Smile Sensitivity [103] Flash (Only when connecting an external flash) [104] Flash Level (Only when connecting an external flash) [105] Red Eye Reduction (Only when connecting an external flash) [106] My Voice Canceling [107] Blt-in Zoom Mic [108] Auto Wind NR [109] Audio Mode [110] Audio Rec Level [111] My Button [112] Grid Line [113] Display Setting [114] Audio Level Display [115] Image Quality/Size REC Mode [116] Frame Rate [117] Dual Video
Multi Camera Ctrl Set [128] Vid REC during strm. [129] WPS Push [130] Access point settings [131] Edit Device Name [132] Disp MAC Address [133] SSID/PW Reset [134] Network Info Reset [135] Playback Function Event View [136] Edit/Copy Delete [137] Protect [138] Copy [139] Direct Copy [140] Setup Media Select (Models with the internal memory) [141] Media Info [142] Format [143] Empty (Models with the internal memory) [144] Repair Img. DB F.
CTRL FOR HDMI [154] USB Connect [155] USB Connect Setting [156] USB Power Supply [157] USB LUN Setting [158] Beep [159] Monitor Brightness [160] Power ON w/monitor [161] Language Setting [162] Calibration [163] Battery Info [164] Power Save [165] Initialize [166] Demo Mode [167] Version [168] Date & Time Setting [169] Area Setting [170] Charging time/recording time of movies/number of recordable photos Check the charging time Charging time [171] Expected recording and playback times for individual batteri
Expected number of recordable photos (models with the internal memory) [176] Expected movie recording time and number of recordable photos for memory cards Notes on recording movies [177] Expected recording time of movies [178] Expected number of recordable photos [179] Bit-rate for each recording mode Bit-rate and recording pixels [180] Pixels recorded at each image size of photos Recording pixels and aspect ratio [181] Additional information Precautions About the AVCHD format [182] About the memory ca
To clean the casing and the projector lens surface (models with the projector) [192] About care and storage of the lens [193] Using this product abroad Using this product abroad [194] Trademarks On trademarks [195] License Notes on the License [196] Zoom magnifications Zoom magnifications [197] Using this product after a long time Using this product after a long time [198] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you have problems If you have problems [199] Overall operations The power does not turn on.
This product gets warm. [203] A rattling noise is heard when this product is shaken. [204] Intelligent Auto is canceled. [205] Batteries/power sources The power abruptly turns off. [206] The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp does not light while the battery pack is being charged. [207] The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp flashes while the battery pack is being charged. [208] The remaining battery power is not displayed correctly. [209] The battery pack is quickly discharged. [210] Monitor Menu items are grayed out.
The actual recording time for movies is less than the expected recording time of the recording media. [225] This product stops recording. [226] There is a slight time lag between the moment when START/STOP is pressed and the actual movie recording starts or stops. [227] The auto focus does not function. [228] SteadyShot does not function. [229] Images cannot be recorded or played back correctly. [230] The subjects passing across this product very fast appear crooked.
Editing movies/photos on this product Unable to edit. [249] A movie cannot be divided. [250] The demonstration movies cannot be deleted. (models with the internal memory) [251] Playback on a TV Neither image nor sound is played on the connected TV. [252] The top, bottom, right, and left edges of images are trimmed slightly on a connected TV. [253] The image appears distorted on the 4:3 TV. [254] Black bands appear at the top and bottom of the LCD monitor of the 4:3 TV.
Warning Indicators [262] [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 internal memory) (1080 60i-compatible device) (1080 50i-compatible device) To confirm the model name of this product See the bottom of this product.
[2] How to Use Before use Parts and controls Parts and controls (front/top) 1. Power zoom lever 2. PHOTO button 3. 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. If you use a shoe adaptor (sold separately), you can also use accessories compatible with an Active Interface Shoe.
1. PROJECTOR FOCUS lever (HDR-PJ620/PJ670) 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. Projector lens (HDR-PJ620/PJ670) [4] How to Use Before use Parts and controls Parts and controls (side) 1. 2. 3. (View Images) button (ON/STANDBY) button (My Voice Canceling) button Suppresses the voice of the person recording the movie. 4. PROJECTOR button (HDR-PJ620/PJ670) 5.
6. (microphone) jack (PLUG IN POWER) 7. (headphones) jack 8. Memory card access lamp While the lamp is lit or flashing, this product is reading or writing data. 9. Memory card slot 10. HDMI OUT jack 11. PROJECTOR IN jack (HDR-PJ620/PJ670) [5] How to Use Before use Parts and controls Parts and controls (back/bottom) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
10. BATT (battery) release lever To fasten the grip belt [6] How to Use Before use Screen indicators Screen indicators The following indicators appear when you change the settings.
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 0:00:00 Counter (hour:minute:second) 00min Estimated recording time 9999 9.
[7] How to Use Getting started Checking the supplied items Supplied items The numbers in ( ) indicate the supplied quantity. Camcorder (1) AC Adaptor (1) The shape of the AC Adaptor varies depending on the countries/regions. HDMI cable (1) USB connection support cable (1) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV50 (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.
[8] 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 attach the battery pack ( ). Align the indentation on this product and projection on the battery pack, then slide the battery pack upwards. To remove the battery pack Turn off this product. Slide the battery release lever ( ) and remove the battery pack ( Note You cannot use any InfoLITHIUM battery pack other than the V series to this product.
Charge the battery pack using the supplied AC Adaptor. Attach the battery pack in advance. 1. Close the LCD monitor. 2. Pull out the Built-in USB Cable from this product. 3. Connect this product to a wall outlet (wall socket) using the USB connection support cable and the AC Adaptor. The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp lights orange. The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery pack is fully charged. Disconnect the USB connection support cable from this product.
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. Do not short-circuit the USB jack of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic objects. This may cause a malfunction.
connection support cable. : Built-in USB Cable : To a wall outlet (wall socket) To put the Built-in USB Cable away Put the Built-in USB Cable back in the pocket on the grip belt after use. Hint It is recommended that you charge the battery in a temperature range of 10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F). [11] How to Use Getting started Power source preparations Turning the power on Turn on this product. 1. Open the LCD monitor of this product and turn the power on.
Close the LCD monitor. You can also turn off this product by pressing [12] How to Use Getting started (ON/STANDBY) button. Power source preparations Using this product supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket) Supply power to this product using the AC Adaptor. 1. Attach the battery pack, and then pull out the Built-in USB Cable. 2. Connect this product to a wall outlet (wall socket) using the USB connection support cable and the AC Adaptor.
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. Select the desired geographical area with / , then select [Next]. 4. Set [Daylight Savings] or [Summer Time], select the date format and the date and time. If you set [Daylight Savings] or [Summer Time] to [On], the clock advances 1 hour.
Adjusting the angle of the LCD monitor for easier viewing You can adjust the angle of the LCD monitor for easier viewing. 1. First open the LCD monitor 90 degrees to this product ( ). [15] How to Use Getting started ), and then adjust the angle ( Initial setup Displaying items on the LCD monitor Items on the LCD monitor disappear if you do not operate this product for a few seconds after you turn this product on or switch between the movie recording and photo shooting modes.
Memory Stick Micro (M2) media: Insert the memory card straight in the direction shown in figure B until it clicks. A: Label side B: Terminal side C: Access lamp Note To ensure stable operation of the memory card, it is recommended to format the memory card with this product before the first use. Formatting the memory card will erase all the data stored on it and the data will be irrecoverable. Save your important data on your PC, etc. If [Failed to create a new Image Database File.
In this Help Guide, the following Memory Stick media you can use with this product is called Memory Stick Micro media. Memory Stick Micro (Mark2) media Note Memory Stick Micro media with a capacity up to 16 GB have been confirmed to operate properly with this product. Types of SD memory card you can use with this product In this Help Guide, the following types of microSD cards you can use with this product are called “microSD card.
Note If you close the LCD monitor while recording movies, this product stops recording. The maximum continuous recordable time of a movie is about 13 hours. When an AVCHD movie file exceeds 2 GB, the next movie file is created automatically. When an MP4 movie file exceeds 4 GB, the next movie file is created automatically. The following states will be indicated if data is still being written onto the recording media after recording has finished.
2. Select [MODE] on the LCD monitor, and then select the photo recording mode. 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. 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.
Wider range of view (Wide angle) T: Close view (Telephoto) Move the power zoom lever slightly for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom. Note Be sure to keep your finger on the power zoom lever. If you move your finger off the power zoom lever, the operation sound of the power zoom lever may also be recorded. You cannot change the zoom speed with the W/T button on the LCD monitor.
When an item of [Picture Effect] is selected. [22] How to Use Recording Useful functions for recording Recording in mirror mode You can rotate the LCD monitor 180 degrees so the LCD monitor faces toward you to record yourself. 1. Open the LCD monitor 90 degrees to this product ( lens side ( ), and then start recording. ), then rotate it 180 degrees to the Hint A mirror-image of the subject appears on the LCD monitor, but the image will be normal when recorded.
2. Point this product toward the subject and start recording. The icons that correspond to the conditions detected are displayed. About the detectable scenes Face detection: (Portrait), (Baby) Scene detection: (Backlight), (Landscape), light), (Macro) Camera-shake detection: (Walk), (Tripod) Sound detection: , (Auto Wind NR) (Night Scene), (Spotlight), (Low Note This product may not detect the expected scene or subject, depending on the recording conditions.
Depending on the recording condition, you cannot decrease the voice volume of the person recording the movie as expected. The [My Voice Canceling] function does not activate while an external microphone is connected to this product. If you record while covering the microphone on the bottom of this product such as by attaching a tripod, [My Voice Canceling] may not work effectively. Hint You can also set [My Voice Canceling] from the menu.
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]. 3. Select the image. This product plays from the selected image to the last image in the event. 4. Select the appropriate buttons on the LCD monitor for various playback operations.
Some buttons described above may not appear, depending on the image being played back. In the default setting, a protected demonstration movie is pre-recorded (models with the internal memory). Hint As you repeat selecting / during playback, movies are played as fast as about 5 times - about 10 times - about 30 times - about 60 times. Select / during pause to play movies slowly. To repeat Slideshow, select - [Slideshow Set] when is selected with the Switch Image Type button.
Index screen 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Event name To close the index screen To the previous event To the next event To the movie/photo recording mode Last played image Recorded time/number of photos To switch between the movie/photo playback screen (VISUAL INDEX) Select the image type ( MOVIE, PHOTO, MOVIE/PHOTO) you want to play. 9. Movie 10. Highlight Movie 11. Photo Note Displayed icons may differ, depending on the model.
and family or uploading to a video sharing site. You can create a highlight movie that suits your preference more by setting scenes to be used with Highlight Movie Maker, setting highlight points during recording, or changing the background music. Highlight movies are saved with the date they were created on and can be played back in the same way as recorded movies.
created. The time required to create a highlight movie is about twice the total duration of the movie being created. The created highlight movie is saved in MP4 format. 5. Select the desired operation when creation of the highlight movie is completed. A: To exit. B: A screen where you can choose to share the created highlight movie on a smartphone or computer is displayed. You will need a Wi-Fi connection or USB connection to share the highlight movie.
You can also edit the highlight movie with "Playmemories Home." You can replace background music files on this product using Music Transfer of "PlayMemories Home." Connect the product with your computer using a USB cable. Start "PlayMemories Home" installed on your computer, then select Music Transfer from the menu bar. To transfer a highlight movie to a smartphone or a computer, select playback screen of the highlight movie.
Note Up to 10 highlight points can be set. If the number of set highlight points has reached 10 points, no more highlight points can be set. To set a new highlight point, set it when creating the highlight movie. Highlight points can be set only on AVCHD movies (except 24p movies) during recording. Highlight points you set are not always used for the highlight movie. [31] How to Use Playback Creating a highlight movie Playing highlight movies You can play movies created in the Highlight Movie Maker. 1.
is displayed in the lower right corner of the highlight movie thumbnail. Note To prevent your image data from being lost, save all your highlight movies on external media periodically. [32] 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.
Some basic editing operations can be done on this product. If you want to do advanced editing operations, install and use the PlayMemories Home software. You cannot restore images once they are deleted. Save important movies and photos before deleting. Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from this product while deleting or dividing the images. Doing so may damage the recording media. Do not eject the memory card while deleting or dividing images saved on the memory card.
Hint You cannot delete protected images ( ). Release the protection of the data before deleting. To delete the unwanted part of a movie, divide the movie and then delete that part. [35] 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.
[36] How to Use Playback Editing images from the playback screen Dividing a movie Split a recorded movie at your desired point. This function is available only when [ 1. Select File Format] is set to [ AVCHD]. - [Divide] on the movie playback screen. 2. Select the point where you want to divide the movie into scenes using then select .
1. Select - [Photo Capture] that appears on the playback screen of a movie. 2. Select the scene you want to capture a photo using / , and then select . The image size of the photo will be [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.
Note XAVC S 4K movies are 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]).
You can use a flat surface such as a wall as a screen to view recorded images using the built-in projector. 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: 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. [41] How to Use Playback Using the built-in projector Using the projector for your computer or smartphone (models with the projector) You can project images from a computer or smartphone using the built-in projector. 1. Connect the PROJECTOR IN jack of this product to an HDMI output jack of the other device using the HDMI cable (supplied).
This screen appears the first time you use the built-in projector after this product is turned on. 5. Adjust the focus of the projected image using the PROJECTOR FOCUS lever. 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.
1. Switch the input on the TV to the connected jack. 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 movie or a photo on this product. Note Refer to the instruction manuals of the TV as well. Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power source. If the TV does not have an HDMI input jack, use an AV cable (sold separately). Images are output in standard definition.
When you connect this product with the supplied HDMI cable, the sound of movies recorded in 5.1ch sound is automatically output in 5.1ch sound. [44] How to Use Playback Playing images on a high definition TV Using BRAVIA Sync You can operate this product with the remote commander of your TV by connecting this product to a BRAVIA Sync compatible TV launched in 2008 or later with the HDMI cable. You can operate the menu of this product by pressing the SYNC MENU button of the remote commander of your TV.
Use the supplied HDMI cable or an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo. Use an HDMI cable with an HDMI micro connector on one end (this product) and a plug suitable for connecting to a TV on the other end. Copyright-protected images are not output from the HDMI OUT jack of this product. Some TVs may not function correctly (e.g., no sound or image) with this connection. Do not connect the HDMI OUT jack of this product to an external device HDMI OUT jack, as malfunction may result.
[48] How to Use Home software Saving images with an external device Using the PlayMemories Using the PlayMemories Home software You can import movies and still images to your computer to use them in a variety of ways. PlayMemories Home is necessary to import XAVC S or AVCHD movies to your computer.
[50] How to Use Home software Saving images with an external device Using the PlayMemories Installing the PlayMemories Home software in your computer Installing the PlayMemories Home software on your computer enables you to make use of your recorded images. 1. Access the following download page using an Internet browser on your computer to download the PlayMemories Home software. www.sony.net/pm/ Install the software according to the on-screen instructions.
Hint For details on PlayMemories Home, refer to the help of PlayMemories Home. [51] How to Use Home software Saving images with an external device Using the PlayMemories Disconnecting this product from the computer Disconnect this product from the computer connected with the Built-in USB Cable. 1. Click in the task tray, and then click . If you use a Windows Vista computer, click in the task tray. 2. Click the message displayed on the computer screen. 3. Select Cable.
Note The software that can be used with this product will differ, depending on the countries/regions. [53] How to Use Home software Saving images with an external device Using the PlayMemories 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.
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. However, even if the external media device has free space, you cannot save scenes exceeding the following number. XAVC S movies: Max. 9,999 AVCHD movies: Max. 3,999 The total of photos and MP4 movies: Max.
Make sure not to disconnect the Built-in 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.
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.
[59] How to Use recorder Saving images with an external device Creating a disc with a 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 After attaching the battery pack to this product, connect this product to a wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the device connected. 1.
plug to the audio input jack on the device. Hint 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. [60] 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. [61] 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.
without notice by future upgrades. This application is not guaranteed to work on all smartphones and tablets. Hint For the latest supported OS, refer to the download page of PlayMemories Mobile. [62] How to Use Using the Wi-Fi function Controlling via a smartphone Using your smartphone or tablet as a wireless remote commander using the NFC function (NFC one-touch remote) You can operate this product using your NFC-enabled smartphone or tablet as a wireless remote commander.
Make sure that (N mark) is displayed on the LCD monitor of this product. Hold this product and your smartphone together and keep them still for about 1-2 seconds until PlayMemories Mobile starts up on your smartphone. 4. Operate this product using your smartphone. Note The photo size stored on the smartphone is [2M] except when the image size is [ S (VGA)]. Movies are recorded on this product and are not stored on the smartphone.
3. On the LCD monitor of this product, select Smartphone] - [Select on This Device]. - [Wireless] - [ Function] - [Send to If you select [Select on Smartphone], all images stored in the internal memory of this product (models with the internal memory) or on the memory card are displayed on the smartphone screen. 4. Select the type of image you want to transfer. 5. Select the image you want to transfer, and add .
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. To select MP4 movies when playing back a movie, see ”Playing MP4 movies (HD movie) (switching the movie format)“ and switch the movie format. If you want to import images recorded on a memory card, insert the memory card to this product, and then select the memory card in [Media Select] (models with the internal memory).
to [NFC]. 3. Press the button on this product to enter the playback mode, and then display the image you want to transfer on the LCD monitor of this product. 4. Touch (N mark) of this product to (N mark) of your smartphone. Hold this product and your smartphone together and keep them still for about 1-2 seconds until PlayMemories Mobile starts up on your smartphone. Make sure that (N mark) is displayed on the LCD monitor of this product. 5.
saved on this product. Select “Switch Movie Format button” in “Playing MP4 movies (HD movie) (switching the movie format)”, to select MP4 movies when you play back movies. If you want to import images recorded on a memory card, insert the memory card to this product, and then select the memory card in [Media Select] (models with the internal memory). This application is not guaranteed to work on all smartphones and tablets.
Only newly recorded images are transferred. Note Do not close the LCD monitor while transferring files. Transferring will be interrupted. You must turn on the computer to execute [Send to Computer]. Depending on the settings of the application on the computer, this product may turn off automatically after saving images. If you want to import images recorded on a memory card, insert the memory card to this product in advance (models with the internal memory).
This function is not available when using an access point without a security setting (WEP/WPA/WPA2) to protect from prying eyes. Select the access point you registered with this product when connecting your TV. To enjoy viewing movies comfortably, use a wired network connection for your TV. Depending on the wireless network environment, movies may not be played smoothly. Depending on the settings of the recorded movie, it may not play smoothly.
[68] How to Use Using the Wi-Fi function Connecting a smartphone Connecting to an iPhone or iPad 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.
You can easily connect this product to your NFC-enabled Android smartphone or tablet. Note Make sure that your smartphone is not in sleep mode and the screen is unlocked in advance. 1. Touch (N mark) of this product to Make sure that (N mark) of your smartphone. (N mark) is displayed on the LCD monitor of this product. Hold this product and your smartphone together and keep them still for about 1-2 seconds until PlayMemories Mobile starts up on your smartphone.
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. If PlayMemories Mobile is already installed in your smartphone, update the application to the latest version. For details on PlayMemories Mobile, visit the PlayMemories Mobile support page (www.sony.net/pmm/).
For the tethering settings of your smartphone or the Wi-Fi network settings of your router, refer to the instructions manual of your smartphone or your Wi-Fi router. For more details about the Wi-Fi network settings, consult the network service provider.
networking services when starting streaming video. Connection settings for Twitter or Facebook Comments you post Live streaming settings of this product Connect this product to the access point. For details, see “Access point settings” or “WPS Push”. Note Your personal information (information required when logging in to USTREAM, Twitter or Facebook) is set in this product. Be sure to reset the settings of this product when you transfer or dispose of it.
Note For some languages, the onscreen-displays might change to English while using the Live Streaming function. The frame rate of the movie that is Live Streaming is fixed to 30p or 60i. There may be time lag of 10 - 30 seconds between the start of Live Streaming on this product and video streaming on the video sharing site.
Effects due to wireless communication conditions When connected using the tethering function of a smartphone or via a Wi-Fi router, images and sounds may be interrupted, or the communication may be cut off due to wireless communication conditions. Connection for Live Streaming The communication time you can use for Live Streaming is limited according to the contract of your smartphone or Wi-Fi router. Confirm it in advance.
A: This product B: Shooting modes ( Movie、 Still Image、 Interval Shoot、 Audio) of connected cameras C: Various settings of connected cameras 2. Select the displayed icons such as , or those in B in the figure above, select , then configure the desired settings for each connected camera. Among the menu items described in “Menu items that you can set” below, only the items that can be configured on the connected camera will be displayed.
You can configure settings for movie shooting of the connected camera. [Recording Mode]: Sets the movie image quality [ SteadyShot]: Sets to activate the camera-shake reduction. [ Shooting Angle]: Sets the shooting angle. [Flip]: Sets whether to record images upside down.
This function works via a Wi-Fi network; therefore there is a slight time difference between the moment this product starts/stops movie recording and the moment the connected devices start/stop movie recording. The upper limit of the recording time for this function is as follows.
you want to connect to as the SSID of the camera. When using the Multi Camera Control Function on this product, this product should only be connected to the camera you want to connect to via Wi-Fi and not other Wi-Fi access points. If you choose to connect this product to other Wi-Fi access points, then you do so at your own risk. This product may be subject to unauthorized access and any content communicated may be at risk of interception.
this product. The operations in step 4 - 8 are necessary only for the first-time registration. Change the settings of the camera you want to connect to before the registration waiting status of this product ends. This product displays a character string deleting “DIRECT-“ from the SSID of the camera you want to connect to as the SSID of the camera.
3. Select your desired menu item. Note 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.
1. Switch character types. Each time you touch the key, the type of character to be input switches between letters, numerals and symbols. 2. Keyboard 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.” 3. Space Enters a space. 4. Input box The characters you entered are displayed.
[82] How to Use Menu operations Shooting Mode Photo You can select the photo shooting mode. 1. - [Shooting Mode] - [Photo]. [83] How to Use Menu operations Camera/Mic White Balance You can adjust the color balance to the recording environment. 1. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Manual Settings] - [White Balance] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items (Auto) (default setting): The white balance is adjusted automatically.
2. Keep framing white object such as a piece of paper, to fill the LCD monitor under the same lightning conditions as you will shoot the subject. 3. Select . If the lighting conditions changed by bringing this product outdoors from inside the house, or vice versa, you need to redo the [One Push] procedure to readjust the white balance. Hint You can check the currently selected color balance on the LCD monitor with the color chart.
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 [Exposure] is automatically set to [Manual].
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 (default setting): 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. [88] How to Use Menu operations if the subject Camera/Mic Focus You can adjust the focus manually.
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. This product displays the focal distance information for a few seconds when [Focus] is set to [Manual] or when you set the focus manually.
Auto (default setting): 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. Set the shutter speed faster to record a fast-moving object clearly without blurring, and set the shutter speed slower to emphasize the movement of a moving object. You can set the shutter speed as follows.
[92] How to Use Menu operations Camera/Mic Scene Selection You can record images effectively in various situations. 1. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Camera Settings] - [Scene Selection] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items (Auto)(default setting): 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.
(Portrait): Brings out the subject such as people or flowers while creating a soft background. (Spotlight): Prevents people’s faces from appearing excessively white when subjects are lit by strong light. (Beach): Takes the vivid blue of the ocean or a lake. (Snow): Takes bright pictures of a white landscape. *Adjusted to focus on subjects farther away only. Note If you set [Scene Selection], the following settings are canceled.
Shutter Speed Cinematone [93] How to Use Menu operations Camera/Mic Picture Effect 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 (default setting): 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].
[94] How to Use Menu operations Camera/Mic Cinematone This product automatically adjusts the image quality of the movie to resemble the atmosphere of film camera images. 1. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Camera Settings] - [ Cinematone] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Off (default setting): 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.
A: Out B: In Black Fader( ): Fades in/out with the black effect. Images recorded using the [Black Fader] effect may appear dark on the index screen. A: Out B: In Note When you press START/STOP, the setting is cleared. [96] 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 (default setting): Cancels the self-timer.
[97] How to Use Menu operations Camera/Mic SteadyShot (Movie) This product has a balanced optical SteadyShot function that allows you to reduce the camera-shake when shooting with zooming, as well as when shooting with a wide-angle shot. 1. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Camera Settings] - [ SteadyShot] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Active (default setting): Records a movie using a more effective SteadyShot function.
[99] 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 (default setting): Digital zoom cannot be used. 350: Up to 350 zoom is performed digitally. [100] How to Use Menu operations Camera/Mic Auto Back Light This product adjusts the exposure for backlit subjects automatically. 1.
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 (default setting): Detects faces. Off ( ): Does not detect faces. Note Faces may not be detected depending on recording conditions. Hint Recording conditions for better face detection performance are as follows. Shoot in a sufficiently bright place.
Note Smiles may not be detected depending on recording conditions, subject conditions, and the setting of this product. [103] How to Use Menu operations Camera/Mic Smile Sensitivity Sets the smile detection sensitivity for using the Smile Shutter function. 1. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Face] - [Smile Sensitivity] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Big Smile: Detects a big smile. Normal Smile (default setting): Detects a normal smile. Slight Smile: Detects even a slight smile.
Off ( ): Records without flash. Note The flash does not operate in the movie recording mode. Hint Particles (dust, pollen, etc.) floating close to the lens are accentuated by a flash, and they appear as white circular spots. To reduce this phenomenon, brighten the recording place and record the subject without a flash. [105] How to Use Menu operations Camera/Mic Flash Level (Only when connecting an external flash) You can select the brightness of the flash light.
compatible with this product. 1. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Flash] - [Red Eye Reduction] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Off (default setting): Does not use Red Eye Reduction to prevent redeye. On ( ): Uses Red Eye Reduction to prevent redeye. Note The redeye reduction may not produce the desired effect due to individual differences and other conditions. The redeye function does not work with automatic recording by [Smile Shutter].
If you record while covering the microphone on the bottom of this product such as by attaching a tripod, [My Voice Canceling] may not work effectively. [108] How to Use Menu operations Camera/Mic Blt-in Zoom Mic You can record a movie with vivid sound appropriate to the zoom position. 1. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Microphone] - [Blt-in Zoom Mic] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Off (default setting): The microphone does not record sound following zooming in or out.
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. [110] How to Use Menu operations Camera/Mic Audio Mode You can change the recording sound format. 1. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Microphone] - [Audio Mode] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items 5.1ch Surround ( ) (default setting): Records sound in 5.1ch surround. 2ch Stereo ( ): Records sound in 2ch stereo. Note [5.
lower the audio recording level. Note The manually set value will be reset each time you switch between [Auto] and [Manual]. When [Audio Rec Level] is set to [Manual], Blt-in Zoom Mic will switch to [Off]. It is recommended that you wear headphones to operate while checking the level. When continuously recording loud sound, lower the recording level in advance to record dynamic sound. The limiter is always active regardless of the setting value of the recording level.
[113] How to Use Menu operations Camera/Mic Grid Line 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 (default setting): 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.
playback mode. [115] How to Use Menu operations Camera/Mic Audio Level Display You can select whether or not to display the audio level meter. Shape of the audio level meter differs depending on the [Audio Mode] setting. 1. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Shooting Assist] - [Audio Level Display] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items On (default setting): Displays audio level meter. Off: Does not display the audio level meter.
Records a standard quality movie (when in 60i (*)/50i (**)). Long Time : Records a long movie (when in 60i (*)/50i (**)). 60p Quality (*)/50p Quality (**) Records a movie in 60p (*)/50p (**). * 1080 60i-compatible device ** 1080 50i-compatible device Hint Types of media that images can be saved on will depend on the image quality selected.
60p(*)/50p(**) 60i(*)/50i(**) (default setting) 24p(*) Descriptions of menu items 60i(*)/50i(**) (default setting): This is an ordinary setting for recording AVCHD movies. 60p(*)/50p(**): You can record movies with a data volume twice that of 60i(*) or 50i(**)/30p(*) or 25p(**) per unit time. When you play a movie recorded with this setting on a TV, the TV must be compatible with 60p(*) or 50p(**) movie playback and you have to set [HDMI Resolution] to 1080p.
Does not record an MP4 movie while recording an HD movie. Note When any of the following conditions are met, [Dual Video REC] will be set to [Off]. When [ REC Mode] is set to [60p Quality (1080 50i-compatible device)]. (1080 60i-compatible device)]/[50p Quality When [ File Format] is set to [ XAVC S HD] and [ 60i-compatible device)/50p (1080 50i-compatible device).
1. - [Image Quality/Size] - [ Image Size] - desired setting. The image size is set according to the format selected as [ File Format]. L (9.2M) L (6.9M) (*) S (2.1M) S (VGA) (*) * Cannot be selected in movie recording mode. Note The image size selected with this setting is also applied to photos taken by the Dual Capture function. The By Pixel Super Resolution technology is used for size L photos recorded by the Dual Capture function.
You can live stream videos being shot with this product to a video sharing site such as USTREAM through a Wi-Fi router or smartphone capable of tethering. For details, see “Related Topic.” [124] How to Use Menu operations Wireless Send to Smartphone Transfer images recorded with this product to your smartphone. 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.
You can view images on your TV that is compatible with the network function by transferring images from this product without connecting this product and TV with a cable. Operations may be required on your TV before playing depending on the TV you use. For details, refer to the instruction manuals of the TV. 1. Press 2. on this product to enter the playback mode. - [Wireless] - [ Function] - [View on TV]. Note Do not close the LCD monitor while transferring files. Transferring will be interrupted.
Operates one camera. Multi Connection： Operates multiple cameras. [129] How to Use Menu operations Wireless Vid REC during strm. While videos shot with this product are Live Streaming to a video sharing site such as 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 (default setting): Records videos on the recording media of this product during Live Streaming.
WPS push button method is supported. If the security of your access point is set to WEP or your access point does not support the WPS push button method, register the access point manually. For details on the supported functions and settings for your access point, refer to the manual of your access point or contact the administrator of your access point. Depending on the surrounding conditions such as obstacles between this product and access point, signal condition and the materials of the wall, etc.
Other setting items Depending on the status or the setting method of your access point, there may be more setting items. WPS PIN: Displays the PIN to enter to the connected device. IP address setting: Select [Auto] or [Manual]. IP address: If you are entering the IP address manually, enter the fixed address. 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].
[133] How to Use Menu operations Wireless Disp MAC Address Display the MAC address of this product. 1. - [Wireless] - [ Setting] - [Disp MAC Address]. The MAC address is displayed. [134] 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.
point again. When performing Live Streaming, you have to re-configure the settings with “PlayMemories Home”. [136] How to Use Menu operations Playback Function Event View You can play back recorded images by date of recording (Event View). 1. - [Playback Function]. [137] 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.
[138] How to Use Menu operations Edit/Copy Protect 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.
1. - [Edit/Copy] - [Copy] - desired source and desired destination for the images desired setting. Descriptions of menu items 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 select your desired medium for recording, playback and editing. 1. - [Setup] - [ Media Settings] - [Media Select] - desired recording medium. Descriptions of menu items Int. Memory (default setting): 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.
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.
[145] 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 [146] 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 (default setting): 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.
[148] How to Use Menu operations Setup Volume You can adjust the volume of playback sound. 1. - [Setup] - [ . [149] 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] - [ [152] How to Use Playback Settings] - [Empty Music]. Menu operations Setup TV Type You need to convert the signal depending on the horizontal to vertical ratio of the TV connected. 1. - [Setup] - [ Connection] - [TV Type] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items 16:9 (default setting): Select this to view your movies on a 16:9 (wide) TV.
[153] 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 (default setting): Outputs the signal according to the TV automatically. 1080p: Outputs the 1080p signal. 1080i: Outputs the 1080i signal. 720p: Outputs the 720p signal.
USB Connect Select this item if a USB connection does not start even when you connect this product to an external device with the Built-in USB Cable. 1. - [Setup] - [ [156] How to Use Connection] - [USB Connect]. Menu operations Setup USB Connect Setting You can set the USB transfer mode for connecting this product to a computer or other USB device. 1. - [Setup] - [ Connection] - [USB Connect Setting] - desired setting.
[157] How to Use Menu operations Setup USB Power Supply Set whether to the use USB power supply function when this product is connected to a USB device such as a computer. 1. - [Setup] - [ Connection] - [USB Power Supply]. Descriptions of menu items On (default setting): Power is supplied when connected using the Built-in USB Cable. Off: Does not supply power when connected using the Built-in USB Cable.
[159] How to Use Menu operations Setup Beep You can turn on or off the melody which sounds when you start/stop recording, or operate this product. 1. - [Setup] - [ General Settings] - [Beep] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items On (default setting): A melody sounds. Off: Cancels the melody. [160] 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.
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 (default setting): 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. [162] How to Use Menu operations Setup Language Setting You can select the language to be used on the LCD monitor. 1.
If you did not press the right spot, try the calibration again. Do not use a sharp-pointed object for calibration. Doing so may damage the LCD monitor. You cannot calibrate the LCD monitor if it is rotated, or closed with the LCD monitor facing out. Hint Select [Cancel] to cancel calibration. [164] How to Use Menu operations Setup Battery Info You can check the estimated remaining capacity of the battery pack. 1. - [Setup] - [ [165] How to Use General Settings] - [Battery Info].
[166] How to Use Menu operations Setup Initialize All the settings return to the default. 1. - [Setup] - [ General Settings] - [Initialize] - . Hint Even if you use this function, all movies and photos are retained. [167] How to Use Menu operations Setup Demo Mode When an AC Adaptor (sold separately) is connected to the DC IN jack of this product and no operation is attempted within a certain period with the movie recording mode or the Event View mode set, a demonstration movie starts playing.
The movie is saved on the internal memory. The movie is recorded in the AVCHD format. When you operate this product during the demonstration playback, it will be suspended. [168] How to Use Menu operations Setup Version You can display the software version of this product. 1. - [Setup] - [ [169] How to Use General Settings] - [Version]. Menu operations Setup Date & Time Setting Set the date & time settings. 1. - [Setup] - [ Clock Settings] - [Date & Time Setting] - desired setting.
using this product in other time zones. 1. - [Setup] - [ Clock Settings] - [Area Setting] - [Home] - desired setting. Hint You can set another place as a [Destination]. [171] How to Use Charging time/recording time of movies/number of recordable photos Check the charging time Charging time Approximate time (min.) required when you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack.
[172] How to Use Charging time/recording time of movies/number of recordable photos Expected recording and playback times for individual batteries Expected recording time with each battery pack Approximate recording time with each battery pack is shown as follows. Continuous recording time NP-FV50 (supplied): 150 min NP-FV70: 315 min NP-FV100: 625 min Typical recording time NP-FV50 (supplied): 75 min NP-FV70: 155 min NP-FV100: 310 min Hint Each recording time is measured with the following settings.
Approximate playback time with each battery pack is shown as follows. NP-FV50 (supplied): 240 min NP-FV70: 490 min NP-FV100: 980 min [174] How to Use Charging time/recording time of movies/number of recordable photos Expected movie recording time and number of recordable photos for the internal memory 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].
The expected recording time when saving on the internal memory is shown as follows.
[176] How to Use Charging time/recording time of movies/number of recordable photos Expected movie recording time and number of recordable photos for the internal memory Expected number of recordable photos (models with the internal memory) The expected number of images you can save on the internal memory is shown as follows. You can record a maximum of 40,000 MP4 movies and photos collectively.
16 GB AVCHD: 60p Quality (*)/50p Quality (**): [Dual Video REC] is set to [Off]: 1 h 15 min (1 h 15 min) Highest Quality : [Dual Video REC] is set to [On]: 1 h 15 min (1 h 15 min) [Dual Video REC] is set to [Off]: 1 h 25 min (1 h 25 min) High Quality : [Dual Video REC] is set to [On]: 1 h 40 min (1 h 40 min) [Dual Video REC] is set to [Off]: 2 h (2 h) Standard : [Dual Video REC] is set to [On]: 2 h 35 min (2 h 5 min) [Dual Video REC] is set to [Off]: 3 h 30 min (2 h 40 min) Long Time : [Dual Vide
60p (*)/50p (**): [Dual Video REC] is set to [Off]: 2 h 35 min (2 h 35 min) 30p (*)/25p (**): [Dual Video REC] is set to [On]: 2 h 25 min (2 h 25 min) [Dual Video REC] is set to [Off]: 2 h 35 min (2 h 35 min) 24p (*): [Dual Video REC] is set to [On]: 2 h 25 min (2 h 25 min) [Dual Video REC] is set to [Off]: 2 h 35 min (2 h 35 min) AVCHD: 60p Quality (*)/50p Quality (**): [Dual Video REC] is set to [Off]: 5 h 5 min (5 h 5 min) Highest Quality : [Dual Video REC] is set to [On]: 5 h 15 min (5 h 15 min) [D
The expected number of images you can save on a memory card is shown as follows. When recording 9.2 M size of images 16 GB: 3450 images 32 GB: 7000 images 64 GB: 13500 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.
AVC HD 9 M (HQ), 16:9 LP: Approx. 5 Mbps (average) 1,440 x 1,080 pixels/60i(*) or 1,440 x 1,080 pixels/50i(**), AVC HD 5 M (LP), 16:9 MP4: Approx.
As the AVCHD format uses a compression coding technology, the picture may be disturbed in scenes where picture, field angles or brightness, etc. change drastically, but this is not a malfunction. [183] How to Use Additional information Precautions About the memory card A memory card formatted by a computer (Windows OS/Mac OS) is not guaranteed to be compatible with this product. Data read/write speed may vary depending on the combination of the memory card and memory card compliant product you use.
this product. Note that formatting erases all information on the memory card.
The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp flashes during charging under the following conditions. The battery pack is not inserted correctly. The battery pack is damaged. The temperature of the battery pack is low. Remove the battery pack from this product and put it in a warm place. The temperature of the battery pack is high. Remove the battery pack from this product and put it in a cool place.
Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use. If the interval between charges becomes significantly short, the battery pack may need to be replaced with a new one. Each battery’s life depends on storage, operating and environmental conditions. [185] 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.
notice. In this Help Guide, DVD discs recorded with high definition image quality (HD) are called AVCHD disc. In this Help Guide, the internal memory (models with the internal memory) and memory 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.
Do not use a deformed or damaged battery pack. Keep metal contacts clean. 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.
When you are recording movies with an external flash (sold separately) connected to the Multi interface shoe, turn off the power of the external flash to prevent charging noise from being recorded. When an external microphone (sold separately) is connected, it takes precedence over the built-in microphone. On the pre-installed rechargeable battery This product has a pre-installed rechargeable battery to retain the date, time, and other settings even when the LCD monitor is closed.
We recommend using genuine Sony accessories. Genuine Sony accessories may not be available in some countries/regions. [188] 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. If moisture condensation occurs Leave this product for about 1 hour without turning it on.
[190] How to Use Additional information Handling of this product Note on disposal/transfer of the memory card Even if you [Delete] data in the memory card or [Format] the memory card on this product or a computer, you may not delete data from the memory card completely. When you give the memory card to somebody, it is recommended that you delete data completely using data deletion software on a computer.
[193] How to Use Additional information Maintenance About care and storage of the lens Wipe the surface of the lens clean with a soft cloth in the following instances: When there are fingerprints on the lens surface In hot or humid locations When the lens is exposed to salty air such as at the seaside Store in a well-ventilated location subject to little dirt or dust. To prevent mold, periodically clean and store the lens as described above.
On TV color systems For signal formats supported by this product, refer to “Model Information.” To view images in this product on TV, use a TV (or monitor) that supports the signal format of this product. PAL: Australia, Austria, Belgium, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Holland, Hong Kong, Hungary, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, United Kingdom, etc.
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30 times When [Digital Zoom] is set to [350x] 350 times [198] 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 following before use. When the date and clock settings are initialized, reset it by selecting - [Setup] - [ Clock Settings] - [Date & Time Setting]. Be sure to charge the battery of this product before use.
will be deleted. Be sure to save the data on the internal memory (Models with the internal memory) on other media (backup) before sending this product for repair. We will not compensate you for any loss of internal memory (Models with the internal memory) data. During repair, we may check a minimum amount of data stored on the internal memory (Models with the internal memory) in order to investigate the problem. However, your Sony dealer will neither copy nor retain your data.
[203] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Overall operations This product gets warm. This product may become warm during operation. This is not a malfunction. [204] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Overall operations A rattling noise is heard when this product is shaken. If no noise is heard when this product is turned on and is in movie/photo recording mode, the noise is produced by the movement of the internal lens. This is not a malfunction.
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]). Change the setting of [Power Save], or turn on the power again. Charge the battery pack. [207] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Batteries/power sources The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp does not light while the battery pack is being charged. Turn off this product. Attach the charged battery pack to this product correctly.
The ambient temperature is too high or too low. This is not a malfunction. The battery pack has not been charged enough. Fully charge the battery again. If the problem persists, replace the battery pack with a new one. The indicated remaining battery power may not be correct depending on the environment in which this product is used. [210] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Batteries/power sources The battery pack is quickly discharged. The ambient temperature is too high or low. This is not a malfunction.
Adjust the touch panel ([Calibration]). [214] 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. [215] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Monitor There are dots in the shape of a grid on the monitor. These dots are a normal result of the manufacturing process of the monitor and do not affect the recording in any way.
[218] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Memory card Images stored on the memory card cannot be deleted. The maximum number of images that you can delete on the index screen at one time is 100. You cannot delete the protected images. [219] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Memory card The data file name is not indicated correctly or flashes. The file is damaged. The file format is not supported by this product.
[222] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Recording Photos cannot be recorded. You cannot record photos together with: [ Fader] 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. [223] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Recording The access lamp remains lit or flashing even if recording has stopped.
for example when recording a fast moving object, etc. [226] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Recording This product stops recording. If you keep applying vibration on this product, recording may stop. [227] 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.
[230] Troubleshooting 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. After backing up the images on other media, perform [Format] of the recording media on this product. [231] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Recording The subjects passing across this product very fast appear crooked.
The power is supplied from the AC Adaptor. [234] 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. The sound will be recorded correctly by restoring the microphone connection at the start of movie recording. If you turn the volume down to the minimum level by adjusting in [Audio Rec Level], the sound of movies cannot be recorded.
Photos cannot be played back. You may not be able to play back photos if you have changed file or folder names, or have edited the data on a computer. (The file name flashes in that case.) This is not a malfunction. [238] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Playback The movie freezes. Photos which were recorded while recording a movie are played back. In the default setting, movies and photos are played back continuously. [239] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Playback An icon appears on a thumbnail.
[241] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Playback Left and right sound is heard unbalanced when playing back movies on computers or other devices. Change the sound conversion type (downmix type) when playing back on 2ch stereo devices. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with your playback device for details. Change the sound to 2ch when creating a disc using the PlayMemories Home software. This happens when sound recorded in 5.
[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. Charge the battery pack before use. Charge the battery pack before use. Do not close the LCD monitor while copying/transferring files. Copying/transferring will be interrupted. [245] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wi-Fi Cannot transfer movies to your smartphone.
[248] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wi-Fi The NFC connection does not work. Change the position of the compatible device to reduce the distance between (N mark) on the smartphone and (N mark) on this product. If this still does not solve the problem, move the smartphone a few millimeters, or move the smartphone away from this product and wait for 10 seconds or more before touching again. This product is in [Airplane Mode]. Set [Airplane Mode] to [Off].
[251] 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. [252] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Playback on a TV Neither image nor sound is played on the connected TV. Images are not output from the HDMI OUT jack, if copyright protection signals are recorded in the images.
[255] 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. [256] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Copying/Connecting to other devices Images are not copied correctly. You cannot copy images using the HDMI cable. An AV cable (sold separately) is not connected properly. Make sure that the cable is connected to the input jack of the device.
[259] 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 Built-in 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) The recording media is full. Photos cannot be recorded during processing. Wait for a while, then record.
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. Twitter post failed.
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. Create new information? You cannot record or play back movies because no movie management information exists. If you select [Yes], new management information is created and you can record or play back movies. Inconsistencies found in image database file.
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. Format the memory card. Note that when you format the memory card, all the recorded movies and photos are deleted.
Copying movies/photos Data protected. You tried to delete protected data. Release the protection of the data.
