Sony HX400V manuel d'utilisation

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  • Page 1

    Help Guide: Digital Still Camera DSC - HX400/HX400V How to Use Before Use Names of parts Identifying parts [1] Icons and indicators List of icons on the screen [2] Using the strap Using the shoulder strap [3] Adjusting the viewfinder Adjusting the viewfinder (diopter - adjustment) [4] In - Camera guide About the [In- Camera Guide] [5] About the sho[...]

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    Using the control button [7] Using MENU items [8] Using the Fn (Function) button [9] Shooting Shooting still images/movies Shooting still images [10] Shooting movies [11] Selecting a shooting mode List of mode dial functions [12] Intelligent Auto [13] Superior Auto [14] About Scene Recognition [15] The advantages of automatic shooting [16] Program [...]

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    Using the flash Using flash [29] Flash Mode [30] Flash Comp. [31] Selecting a screen display mode Switching the screen display (Shooting) [32] Selecting still image size/image quality Image Size (still image) [33] Aspect Ratio (still image) [34] Quality (still image) [35] Panorama: Size [36] Panorama: Direction [37] Adjusting the focus Changing the[...]

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    Exposure Comp. [51] Metering Mode [52] Exposure Set. Guide [53] Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self - timer) Drive Mode [54] Cont. Shooting [55] Self - timer [56] Self - portrait [57] Self - timer(Cont) [58] Cont. Bracket [59] WB bracket [60] Selecting the ISO sensitivity ISO [61] Multi Frame NR [62] Correcting the brightness or contra[...]

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    Record Setting (movie) [70] SteadyShot (movie) [71] Micref Level [72] Wind Noise Reduct. [73] Auto Slow Shut. (movie) [74] MOVIE Button [75] Customizing the shooting functions for convenient use Memory [76] Function Menu Set. [77] Custom Key Settings [78] Function of the Custom key [79] Setting the other functions of this product Photo Creativity [[...]

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    Switching the screen display (during playback) [93] Deleting images Deleting a displayed image [94] Deleting multiple selected images [95] Playing back movies Playing back movies [96] Motion Shot Video [97] Viewing panoramic images Playing back panoramic images [98] Printing Specify Printing [99] Using viewing functions View Mode [100] Slide Show [[...]

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    Volume Settings [108] Audio signals [109] GPS On/Off (DSC - HX400V) [110] GPS Auto Time Cor. (DSC - HX400V) [111] GPS Auto Area Adj. (DSC - HX400V) [112] Use GPS Assist Data (DSC - HX400V) [113] GPS Log REC (DSC - HX400V) [114] Delete GPS log data (DSC - HX400V) [115] Upload Settings (Eye- Fi) [116] Tile Menu [117] Mode Dial Guide [118] Display Qua[...]

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    Using Wi-Fi functions Connecting this product and a Smartphone PlayMemories Mobile [139] Connecting an Android smartphone to this product [140] Connecting the product to an iPhone or iPad [141] Calling up an application using [One - touch(NFC)] [142] Controlling this product using a Smartphone Smart Remote Embedded [143] One - touch connection with[...]

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    Adding applications to the product PlayMemories Camera Apps PlayMemories Camera Apps [156] Recommended computer environment [157] Installing the applications Opening a service account [158] Downloading applications [159] Downloading applications directly to the product using the Wi - Fi function [160] Starting the applications Launching the downloa[...]

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    Connecting the product to a computer [169] Importing images to the computer [170] Disconnecting the product from the computer [171] Creating a movie disc Disc type [172] Selecting the disc creation method [173] Creating a disc with a device other than a computer [174] Creating Blu - ray Discs [175] Precautions/This product Precautions Precautions [[...]

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    ZEISS lens [186] GPS (DSC - HX400V) [187] AVCHD format [188] License [189] Trademarks Trademarks [190] Troubleshooting If you have problems If you have problems Troubleshooting [191] Troubleshooting Battery pack and power You cannot insert the battery pack into the product. [192] You cannot turn on the product. [193] The power turns off suddenly. [[...]

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    The image is out of focus. [201] Zoom does not work. [202] The flash does not work. [203] Fuzzy white circular spots appear on images shot using the flash. [204] The close - up shoot function (Macro) does not work. [205] The recording date and time are not displayed on the screen. [206] The date and time are recorded incorrectly. [207] The aperture[...]

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    [WPS Push] does not work. [227] [Send to Computer] is canceled halfway. [228] You cannot send movies to a smartphone. [229] [Smart Remote Embedded] or [Send to Smartphone] is canceled halfway. [230] The shooting screen for [Smart Remote Embedded] is not displayed smoothly./The connection between this product and the smartphone is disconnected. [231[...]

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    Messages Messages Self - diagnosis display [246] Warning messages [247] Situations this product has difficulty handling Situations this product has difficulty handling Situations this product has difficulty handling [248] [1] How to Use Before Use Names of parts Identifying parts 1 . For shooting: Fn button For viewing: (Send to Smartphone) button [...]

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    When not using the flash, press it back into the camera body. 8 . (Flash pop - up) button 9 . Hook for Shoulder Strap 10 . Zoom/Focus switch 11 . Manual ring 1 . GPS receiver (built - in, DSC - HX400V only) 2 . Stereo microphone 3 . Eye sensor 4 . Viewfinder When you look into the viewfinder, the viewfinder display mode is activated, and when you m[...]

  • Page 16

    1 . Multi interface shoe* 2 . Diopter - adjustment dial Adjust the diopter level using the diopter- adjustment dial when you set the display mode to the viewfinder mode. When adjusting the diopter level, point the product to a bright area to make it easier to adjust the diopter level. 3 . Multi/Micro USB Terminal* Supports Micro USB compatible devi[...]

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    1 . Battery/Memory card cover 2 . Battery insertion slot 3 . Battery eject lever 4 . Access lamp 5 . Memory card slot 6 . Tripod socket hole Use a tripod with a screw less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inches) long. Otherwise, you cannot firmly secure the camera, and damage to the camera may occur. * For details on compatible accessories for the multi interfac[...]

  • Page 18

    List of viewing mode icons 1 . P P * A S M Shooting mode Memory number Memory card/Uploading status Scene Recognition icons Scene Selection 100 Remaining number Aspect ratio of still images 20M / 18M / 15M / 10M / 8.9M / 7.5M / 5.0M / 4.5M / 3.7M / 2.1M / VGA Image size of still images[...]

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    Image quality of still images Frame rate of movies Recording settings of movies NFC is activated Remaining battery Remaining battery warning Flash charge in progress AF Illuminator SteadyShot Camera- shake warning Airplane Mode GPS Log REC GPS triangulating status Overlay icon Wind Noise Reduction Write Date Micref Level Low Database file full/Data[...]

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    Overheating warning Smart zoom Clear Image Zoom Digital Zoom Spot metering area C:32:00 Self - diagnosis display Digital level gauge View Mode 100 - 0003 Folder – file number Recording format of movies Protect DPOF DPOF set Auto Object Framing 2 . Drive Mode Metering mode Flash mode/Red- eye reduction ±0.0 Flash compensation[...]

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    Focus mode 7500K A5 G5 White balance Focus area D - Range Optimizer/Auto HDR ±0 ±0 ±0 Creative Style Smile/Face Detect. Lock- on AF Picture Effect Smile detection sensitivity indicator 3 . Lock- on AF Guide display for Lock - on AF Switch Av/Tv Guide display for switching Aperture value/Shutter speed REC 0:12 Recording time of the movie (m:s) Ma[...]

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    1/250 Shutter speed F3.5 Aperture value ±0.0 Metered Manual ±0.0 Exposure compensation ISO400 ISO sensitivity Shutter speed indicator Aperture indicator Histogram GPS information 90°44′55″N 233°44′55″W Latitude and longitude display Picture Effect error Auto HDR image warning 2014- 1 - 1 10:37AM Date of recording 3/7 File number/Number [...]

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    Using the shoulder strap Attach the shoulder strap to prevent damage caused by dropping the product. 1 . Attach both ends of the strap. [4] How to Use Before Use Adjusting the viewfinder Adjusting the viewfinder (diopter - adjustment) Adjust the diopter- adjustment dial to your eyesight until the display appears clearly in the viewfinder. 1 . Turn [...]

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    About the [In- Camera Guide] The [In- Camera Guide] displays descriptions of MENU items, Fn (Function) button, and settings, and if a function cannot be set, the reason why. 1 . Press the MENU or Fn button. 2 . Select the desired MENU item using up/down/left/right side on the control button. 3 . Press the ? (In - Camera Guide) button. The operation[...]

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    You can move the selection cursor by pressing the top/bottom/right/left side of the control button. Your selection is determined when you press on the center of the control button. The DISP (Display Setting), ( Exposure Comp. ), ( Photo Creativity ), / ( Drive Mode ) and ( Flash Mode ) functions are assigned to the top/left/right side of the contro[...]

  • Page 26

    then press on the center of the control button. The display may move directly from step 1 to step 3 depending on the [Tile Menu] setting. 3 . Select the desired setting item by pressing the control button, and then press on the center of the control button. Select an icon at the top of the screen and press the left/right button on the control butto[...]

  • Page 27

    2 . Select a function to be registered by pressing the up/down/left/right button on the control button. 3 . Set the desired setting by turning the control dial. Performing settings on the dedicated screen Select the desired function in step 2, then press on the center of the control button. The dedicated setting screen for the function appears. Fol[...]

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    [10] How to Use Shooting Shooting still images/movies Shooting still images Shoots still images. 1 . Set the shooting mode to ( Intelligent Auto). 2 . Adjust the monitor angle, and hold the camera. Or look through the viewfinder and hold the camera. 3 . Press the shutter button halfway down to focus. When the image is in focus, a beep sounds and th[...]

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    The shortest shooting distance is approximately 1 cm (0.03 ft) (W), 240 cm (7.87 ft) (T) (from the lens). 4 . Press the shutter button fully down. Focus indicator lights: Image is in the focus. flashes: The focusing has failed. Hint When the product cannot focus automatically, the focus indicator flashes and the beep does not sound. Either recompos[...]

  • Page 30

    To adjust the shutter speed and aperture value to the desired settings, set the shooting mode to ( Movie ). 2 . Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording. Note If you use a function such as zoom while shooting a movie, the noise of the product operating will be recorded. The sound of the MOVIE button operating may also be recorded when you pre[...]

  • Page 31

    Allows you to shoot fast - moving subjects etc., by manually adjusting the shutter speed. M ( Manual Exposure ): Allows you to shoot still images with the desired exposure by adjusting the shutter speed and the aperture value. 1/2 ( Memory recall ): Allows you to shoot an image after recalling often - used modes or numeric settings registered in ad[...]

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    [14] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Superior Auto The product automatically recognizes and evaluates the shooting conditions, and the appropriate settings are set automatically. The product may shoot multiple images and create a composite image, etc., using more shooting settings than in Intelligent Auto mode to record higher quality[...]

  • Page 33

    Scene Recognition: If the product recognizes a scene, icons and guides such as ( Portrait ), ( Infant ), ( Night Portrait ), ( Night Scene ), ( Backlight Portrait ), ( Backlight), ( Landscape ), ( Macro ), ( Spotlight ), or ( Low Light ) are displayed on the first line. If the product recognizes a condition, icons such as (Tripod) , (Walk)* , (Move[...]

  • Page 34

    Program Auto Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value). You can set shooting functions such as [ISO] . 1 . Set the mode dial to P ( Program Auto). 2 . Set the shooting functions to your desired settings. 3 . Adjust the focus and shoot the subject. Program Shift You can change the sh[...]

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    2 . Point the camera at the subject for which you want to set the focus and brightness. 3 . While pressing the shutter button halfway down, aim the camera at one end of the desired panoramic composition. (A) This part will not be shot. 4 . Press the shutter button fully down. 5 . Pan the camera to the end of the guide in the direction of the arrow [...]

  • Page 36

    When a light source such as a fluorescent light flickers, the brightness and color of a stitched image may not be consistent. When the whole angle of panoramic shooting and the AE/AF locked angle are very different in brightness and focus, the shooting may not be successful. If this happens, change AE/AF locked angle and shoot again. The following [...]

  • Page 37

    halfway, the movement of the subject is predicted and the focus will be adjusted. Landscape : Shoots the entire range of a scenery in sharp focus with vivid colors. Night Scene : Shoots night scenes without losing the dark atmosphere. Hand - held Twilight : Shoots night scenes with less noise and blur without using a tripod. A burst of shots are ta[...]

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    Pet : Allows you to shoot images of your pet with the best settings. Gourmet : Allows you to shoot food arrangements in delicious and bright colors. Beach : Allows you to shoot scenes on the beach in bright and vivid colors even under the sunlight. Snow: Allows you to shoot clear images, preventing sunken colors in snowy scenes or other places wher[...]

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    Soft Skin : Allows you to shoot images of faces with a smoother look. High Sensitivity : Allows you to shoot still images even in dark locations without using the flash, and reduces subject blur. Also allows you to shoot dark movie scenes more brightly. Note In the [Night Scene] , [Night Portrait] and [Fireworks] modes, the shutter speed is slower,[...]

  • Page 40

    Shutter Priority You can express the movement of a moving subject in various ways by adjusting the shutter speed, for example, at the instant of the movement with high speed shutter, or as a trailing image with low speed shutter. 1 . Set the mode dial to S (Shutter Priority). 2 . Select the desired value by turning the control dial. 3 . Adjust the [...]

  • Page 41

    are blurred. Larger F - value: The subject and its foreground and background are all in focus. 3 . Adjust the focus and shoot the subject. The shutter speed is automatically adjusted to obtain proper exposure. Note If proper exposure cannot be obtained after setup, the shutter speed on the shooting screen blinks. Although you can shoot as it is, re[...]

  • Page 42

    ISO sensitivity. Change the ISO value to your desired setting if necessary. When the amount of ambient light exceeds the metering range of the Metered Manual, the Metered Manual indicator flashes. The (SteadyShot warning) indicator does not appear in manual exposure mode. The brightness of the image on the monitor may differ from the actual image b[...]

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    Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording. Menu item details Program Auto : Allows you to shoot with the exposure (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) adjusted automatically. The other settings can be adjusted manually. Aperture Priority : Allows you to shoot after adjusting the aperture value manually. Shutter Priority: Allows you [...]

  • Page 44

    feature. (1) Optical zoom range Images are magnified within the optical zoom range of this product. (2) Smart Zoom range ( ) Zoom images without causing the original quality to deteriorate by partially cropping an image (only when the image size is [M] , [S] or [VGA] ). (3) Clear Image Zoom range ( ) Zoom images using an image process with less det[...]

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    [M] , [S] or [VGA]. On:ClearImage Zoom (default setting): Even if the zoom range of the optical zoom is exceeded, the product magnifies images within the range in which image quality does not deteriorate significantly. On : Digital Zoom: When the zoom range of the [Clear Image Zoom] is exceeded, the product magnifies images to the largest scale. [...]

  • Page 46

    2 . Press the shutter button fully down. When you do not use the flash When not using the flash, press it back into the camera body. Note When not using the flash, press it back into the camera body. You cannot use the flash when recording movies. While charging the flash, flashes. After charging is completed, the flashing icon will light up. When [...]

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    You can set the flash mode. 1 . MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Flash Mode] → desired setting. You can also set the flash mode by pressing the ( Flash Mode ) on the control button. Menu item details Flash Off: The flash does not operate. Autoflash (default setting): The flash works in dark environments or when shooting towards bright light. Fill [...]

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    [31] How to Use Using shooting functions Using the flash Flash Comp. Adjusts the amount of flash light in a range of –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV. Flash compensation changes the amount of flash light only. Exposure compensation changes the amount of flash light along with the change of the shutter speed and aperture. 1 . MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Fla[...]

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    No Disp. Info. Histogram Level Note Histogram is not displayed during panorama shooting. [33] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting still image size/image quality Image Size (still image)[...]

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    The larger the image size, the more detail will be reproduced when the image is printed on large - format paper. The smaller the image size, the more images can be recorded. 1 . MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ Image Size] → desired setting. Menu item details Image size when [ Aspect Ratio] is 3:2 L: 18M 5184×3456 pixels M: 8.9M 3648×2432 pixel[...]

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    Shoots in 4:3 aspect ratio. 16:9: For viewing on a high - definition TV. 1:1: For shooting in composition as a medium format camera. [35] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting still image size/image quality Quality (still image) Selects the compression format of still images. 1 . MENU → ( Camera Settings ) → [ Quality] → desired setti[...]

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    Standard : 3424×1920 Wide : 4912×1920 When [Panorama: Direction] is [Left] or [Right] Standard : 4912×1080 Wide : 7152×1080 360°: Allows you to shoot in the size of 11520×1080, 360 degrees around. [37] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting still image size/image quality Panorama: Direction Sets the direction to pan the camera when sho[...]

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    Focus mode details AF/ZOOM ( Single - shot AF ): The camera focuses and the focus is locked when the focus is achieved. Use this mode when the subject is motionless. DMF ( DMF ): After focusing automatically, make fine focus adjustment manually. MF ( Manual Focus ): Adjusts the focus manually. Note Dust or fingerprints on the lens may show on the i[...]

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    Menu item details Wide : Focuses automatically on a subject in all ranges of the image. When you press the shutter button halfway down in still image shooting mode, a green frame is displayed around the area that is in focus. Center : Focuses automatically on a subject in the center of the image. When used together with the AF lock function, you ca[...]

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    1 . Set the zoom/focus switch to MF . 2 . Rotate the manual ring to achieve sharp focus. 3 . Press the shutter button fully down to shoot an image. When you rotate the manual ring, the focus distance is displayed on the screen. [42] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Direct manual focus (DMF) You can make fine adjustments manua[...]

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    4 . Press the shutter button fully down to shoot an image. When you rotate the manual ring, the focus distance is displayed on the screen. [43] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus MF Assist (still image) Enlarges the image on the screen automatically to make manual focusing easier. This works in Manual Focus or Direct Manual Foc[...]

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    The [Focus Magnifier] function will be released when the shutter button is pressed halfway. You can record images while an image is enlarged, but the product records a full - display image. The [Focus Magnifier] function will be released after shooting. [45] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Focus Magnif. Time Set the duration[...]

  • Page 58

    Sets the peaking level to middle. Low : Sets the peaking level to low. Off (default setting): Does not use the peaking function. Note Since the product determines that sharp areas are in focus, [Peaking Level] differs, depending on the subject and shooting situation. The outline of in - focus ranges is not enhanced when the product is connected usi[...]

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    Menu item details Off: Does not track a subject to be focused on. On: Tracks a subject to be focused on. [49] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Lock- on AF (On) Maintains the focus on a moving subject automatically. 1 . MENU → ( Camera Settings ) → [Lock - on AF] → [On] . 2 . Align the target frame and the subject to be [...]

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    AF Illuminator (still image) The AF illuminator supplies fill light to focus more easily on a subject in dark surroundings. The red AF illuminator allows the product to focus easily when the shutter button is pressed halfway, until the focus is locked. 1 . MENU → ( Camera Settings ) → [ AF Illuminator] → desired setting. Menu item details Aut[...]

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    Note If you shoot a subject in extremely bright or dark conditions, or when you use the flash, you may not be able to get a satisfactory effect. [52] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the exposure Metering Mode Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the screen to measure for determining the exposure. 1 . MENU → (Camera Sett[...]

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    Menu item details Off: Does not display the guide. On (default setting): Displays the guide. [54] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self - timer) Drive Mode You can set the drive mode, such as continuous or self- timer shooting. 1 . MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Drive Mode] → desired setting. You ca[...]

  • Page 63

    shooting/Self - timer) Cont. Shooting Shoots 10 images while you press the shutter button. 1 . MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Drive Mode] → [Cont. Shooting] . 2 . Select the desired mode using the right/left side of the control button. Menu Item Details Continuous Shooting: Hi (default setting): Continuous shooting speed is set at a maximum of a[...]

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    shooting/Self - timer) Self- portrait Point the lens at yourself and shoot self- portrait images. 1 . MENU → ( Camera Settings ) → [Drive Mode] → [Self - portrait] . 2 . Select the desired mode using the right/left button on the control button. 3 . Direct the lens toward yourself. When the product detects the faces of the specified number of [...]

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    operates after 10 seconds. [59] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self - timer) Cont. Bracket Shoots multiple images while automatically shifting the exposure from base to darker and then to lighter. Press and hold down the shutter button until the bracket recording is completed. You can select an image[...]

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    Shoots three images, each with different color tones according to the selected settings of white balance, color temperature and color filter. 1 . MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Drive Mode] → [WB bracket]. Note The last shot is shown on the Auto Review. [61] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting the ISO sensitivity ISO Sensitivity to ligh[...]

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    When you use [Multi Frame NR] , it takes some time for the product to perform the overlay processing of images. Hint You can change the automatically set range of ISO sensitivity in the [ISO AUTO] setting. Select [ISO AUTO] and press the right of the control button, and set the desired values for [ISO AUTO Maximum] and [ISO AUTO Minimum] . The sett[...]

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    between the subject and the background, and creates an image with the optimal brightness and gradation. 1 . MENU → ( Camera Settings ) → [DRO/Auto HDR] → [D- Range Opt.] . 2 . Select the desired setting using the left/right button on the control button. Menu item details D - Range Optimizer: Auto (default setting): Corrects the brightness aut[...]

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    Sets the exposure difference, based on the contrast of the subject. Select the optimal level between 1.0 EV (weak) and 6.0 EV (strong). For example, if you set the exposure value to 2.0 EV, three images will be composed with the following exposure levels; −1.0 EV, optimal exposure and +1.0 EV. Note When the shooting mode is set to [Intelligent Au[...]

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    Fluor.: Cool White : The color temperature is adjusted for white fluorescent lighting. Fluor.: Day White: The color temperature is adjusted for neutral white fluorescent lighting. Fluor.: Daylight: The color temperature is adjusted for daylight fluorescent lighting. Flash : The color temperature is adjusted for flash light. C.Temp./Filter : Adjusts[...]

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    then press on the center of the control button. The calibrated values (Color Temperature and Color Filter) are displayed and registered. Note The message [Custom WB Error] indicates that the value is higher than the expected range, when the flash is used on a subject with too bright colors in the frame. If you register this value, the indicator tur[...]

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    Soft Focus : Creates an image filled with a soft lighting effect. HDR Painting: Creates the look of a painting, enhancing the colors and details. Rich - tone Mono. : Creates an image in black and white with rich gradation and reproduction of details. Miniature : Creates an image which enhances the subject vividly, with the background defocused cons[...]

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    Do not change the composition before shooting. When the contrast of the scene is low or when significant camera - shake or subject blur has occurred, you may not be able to obtain good HDR images. If the product detects such a situation, / appear on the recorded image to inform you of this situation. If necessary, change the composition or otherwis[...]

  • Page 74

    Select an item to be set by pressing the right/left button on the control button, then set the value using the top/bottom button on the control button. Contrast : The higher the value selected, the more the difference of light and shadow is accentuated, and the bigger the effect on the image. Saturation: The higher the value selected, the more vivi[...]

  • Page 75

    [70] How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies Record Setting (movie) Selects the image size, frame rate, and image quality for movie recording. The higher the bit- rate, the higher the image quality. 1 . MENU → ( Camera Settings ) → [ Record Setting] → desired setting. When [ File Format] is set to [AVCHD] 60i/50i: Movies are reco[...]

  • Page 76

    24p 24M(FX) *: 25p 24M(FX) **: Records high image quality movies of 1920 × 1080 (24p/25p). This produces a cinema - like atmosphere. Bit- rate: Maximum 24 Mbps 24p 17M(FH) *: 25p 17M(FH)**: Records standard image quality movies of 1920× 1080 (24p/25p). This produces a cinema - like atmosphere. Bit- rate: Average 17 Mbps [ File Format] : [MP4] 144[...]

  • Page 77

    Menu item details Intelligent Active (default setting): Provides the most powerful SteadyShot effect. Active: Provides a more powerful SteadyShot effect. Standard : Reduces camera shake under stable movie shooting conditions. Note If you change the setting for [ SteadyShot] , the angle of view will change. [72] How to Use Using shooting functions R[...]

  • Page 78

    Menu item details On: Reduces wind noise. Off (default setting): Does not reduce wind noise. Note Setting this item to [On] where wind is not blowing sufficiently hard may cause normal sound to be recorded with too low volume. [74] How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies Auto Slow Shut. (movie) Sets whether or not to adjust the shutter[...]

  • Page 79

    Sets whether or not to activate the MOVIE button. 1 . MENU → (Custom Settings) → [MOVIE Button] → desired setting. Menu item details Always (default setting): Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button in any mode. Movie Mode Only : Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button only if the shooting mode is set to [Movie] [...]

  • Page 80

    [77] How to Use Using shooting functions Customizing the shooting functions for convenient use Function Menu Set. You can assign the functions to be called up when you press the Fn (Function) button. 1 . MENU → (Custom Settings) → [ Function Menu Set. ] → set a function to the desired location. The functions that can be assigned are displayed[...]

  • Page 81

    The functions that can be assigned are displayed on the setup item selection screen. [80] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product Photo Creativity [Photo Creativity] is a mode that allows you to operate the camera intuitively with a different screen display. When the shooting mode is set to (Intelligent Auto)[...]

  • Page 82

    When the shooting mode is set to [Superior Auto] , and you use [Photo Creativity] , the product does not perform the overlay processing of images. [81] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product Smile/Face Detect. Detects the faces of your subjects and adjusts the focus, exposure, flash settings and performs ima[...]

  • Page 83

    shooting, the product returns to Smile Shutter mode. Hint When the [Smile/Face Detect.] is set to [Smile Shutter] , you can select the Smile Detection Sensitivity from [On: Slight Smile] , [On: Normal Smile] and [On: Big Smile] . Note You cannot use [Face Detection] with the following functions: When using zoom functions other than the optical zoom[...]

  • Page 84

    phenomenon. 1 . MENU → ( Camera Settings ) → [Red Eye Reduction] → desired setting. Menu item details On : The flash is always fired to reduce the red - eye phenomenon. Off (default setting): Does not use Red Eye Reduction. Note Red Eye Reduction may not produce the desired effects. It depends on individual differences and conditions, such as[...]

  • Page 85

    Auto: Automatically trims images into an appropriate composition. Note The trimmed image may not be the best possible composition, depending on the shooting conditions. [85] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product High ISO NR (still image) When shooting with high ISO sensitivity, the product reduces noise tha[...]

  • Page 86

    Off (default setting): Does not record a shooting date. Note If you shoot images with the date once, you cannot delete the date from the images later. The dates are doubly printed if you set the product to print dates when printing the images. The recorded time of the image cannot be superimposed on the image. [87] How to Use Using shooting functio[...]

  • Page 87

    Off: Does not display the Auto Review. Note When the product is enlarging an image using image processing, it may temporarily display the original image prior to enlarging and then display the enlarged image. The DISP (Display Setting) settings are applied for the Auto Review display. [89] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other funct[...]

  • Page 88

    2 . Select the image with the control button. Hint The product creates an image database file on a memory card to record and play back images. An image that is not registered in the image database file may not be played back correctly. To play back images shot using other devices, register those images to the image database file using MENU → [Set[...]

  • Page 89

    Menu item details 9 Images (default setting) / 25 Images To return to single - image playback Select the desired image and press on the center of the control button. Displaying a desired image quickly Select the bar on the left of the image index screen using the control button, then press the top/bottom button on the control button. When the bar i[...]

  • Page 90

    1 . Display the image you want to delete. 2 . Press the (Delete) button. 3 . Select [Delete] using the control button, then press on the center of the control button. [95] How to Use Viewing Deleting images Deleting multiple selected images You can delete multiple selected images. 1 . MENU → ( Playback ) → [Delete] → desired setting. Menu ite[...]

  • Page 91

    2 . Select the movie to be played back using the control button. 3 . To play back movies, press on the center. Available operations during movie playback You can perform slow playback and sound volume adjustment, etc. by pressing the bottom button on the control button. : Playback : Pause : Fast - forward : Fast - rewind : Forward slow playback : R[...]

  • Page 92

    may fail to create the image. Hint You can also change the interval of the image tracking using MENU → ( Playback ) → [Motion Interval ADJ]. [98] How to Use Viewing Viewing panoramic images Playing back panoramic images The product automatically scrolls a panoramic image from end to end. 1 . Press the (playback) button to switch to playback mod[...]

  • Page 93

    Order Format.” 1 . MENU → ( Playback ) → [Specify Printing] → desired setting. Menu item details Multiple Img. : Selects images to order printing. (1) Select an image and press on the center of the control button. A mark is displayed in the check box. To cancel the selection, press and delete the mark. (2) Repeat step 1 to print other image[...]

  • Page 94

    [101] How to Use Viewing Using viewing functions Slide Show Automatically plays back images continuously. 1 . MENU → ( Playback ) → [Slide Show] → desired setting. 2 . Select [Enter] . Menu item details Repeat : Select [On] , in which images are played back in a continuous loop, or [Off] (default setting), in which the product exits the slide[...]

  • Page 95

    Note You cannot rotate the movies. You may not be able to rotate images shot using other products. When viewing rotated images on a computer, the images may be displayed in their original orientation depending on the software. [103] How to Use Viewing Using viewing functions Protect Protects recorded images against accidental erasure. The mark is d[...]

  • Page 96

    Outputs still images in 4K resolution to an HDMI - connected TV that supports 4K. 1 . Turn off this product and the TV. 2 . Connect the HDMI micro terminal of this product to the HDMI jack of the TV using an HDMI cable (sold separately). 3 . Turn on the TV and switch the input. 4 . Turn on this product. 5 . MENU → ( Playback ) → [4K Still Image[...]

  • Page 97

    3 . Turn on the TV and switch the input. 4 . Turn on this product. Images shot with the product appear on the TV screen. Hint This product is compatible with the PhotoTV HD standard. If you connect Sony PhotoTV HD - compatible devices using an HDMI cable (sold separately), the TV is set to the image quality suitable for viewing still images, and a [...]

  • Page 98

    By connecting this product to a TV that supports “BRAVIA” Sync using an HDMI cable (sold separately), you can operate this product with the TV Remote Control. 1 . Turn off both this product and the TV. 2 . Connect the HDMI micro terminal of the product to the HDMI jack of the TV using an HDMI cable (sold separately). 3 . Turn on the TV and swit[...]

  • Page 99

    1 . MENU → ( Setup ) → [Monitor Brightness] → desired setting. Menu item details Manual: Adjusts the brightness within the range of –2 to +2. [108] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Volume Settings Adjusts the sound volume. 1 . MENU → ( Setup ) → [Volume Settings] → desired setting. Adjusting the volume during playback Press the[...]

  • Page 100

    [110] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu GPS On/Off (DSC -HX400V) You can record the location information with the images when the built - in GPS sensor of this product can acquire the location information. Using the supplied software PlayMemories Home, you can import the images recorded with the location information to a computer and enjoy vi[...]

  • Page 101

    It may take from ten seconds to several minutes to acquire the location information when you turn on this product. If you shoot images before the product acquires the location information, the information is not recorded on the images. To record a correct location information, first make sure the product receives the GPS signal, then shoot the imag[...]

  • Page 102

    1 . MENU → (Setup) → [GPS Auto Area Adj.] → desired setting. Menu item details On: Corrects the time difference automatically. Off (default setting): Does not correct the time difference automatically. Note When [GPS On/Off] is set to [Off] , this function is disabled. Set [Date/Time Setup] in advance. [GPS Auto Area Adj.] may not function co[...]

  • Page 103

    [114] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu GPS Log REC (DSC - HX400V) You can set the start/end of the GPS log recording. The product continues to record the track even when the power is off. To confirm the track, a computer with an internet connection and the software PlayMemories Home is required. 1 . MENU → ( Setup ) → [GPS Settings] → [...]

  • Page 104

    [116] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Upload Settings(Eye - Fi) Sets whether to use the upload function when using an Eye - Fi card (commercially available). This item appears when an Eye - Fi card is inserted into the product’s memory card slot. 1 . MENU → ( Setup ) → [Upload Settings] → desired setting. 2 . Set your Wi- Fi network[...]

  • Page 105

    information. This is because [GPS On/Off] is set to [On] . Set [GPS On/Off] to [Off] before shooting. This product does not support Eye - Fi “Endless Memory Mode.” Before using an Eye - Fi card, be sure that “Endless Memory Mode” is turned off. [117] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Tile Menu Selects whether to always display the fir[...]

  • Page 106

    [119] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Display Quality You can change the display quality. 1 . MENU → ( Setup ) → [Display Quality] → desired setting. Menu item details High: Displays in high quality. Standard : Displays in standard quality. Note When [High] is set, battery consumption will be higher than when [Standard] is set. [120] [...]

  • Page 107

    1 . MENU → ( Setup ) → [PAL/NTSC Selector] → [Enter] Note This function is provided with 1080 50i - compatible devices only. It is not provided with 1080 60i - compatible devices. The 1080 50i - compatible devices have a “50i” mark on the bottom of the product. If you insert a memory card that has previously been formatted with the PAL sy[...]

  • Page 108

    [123] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu HDMI Resolution When you connect the product to a High Definition (HD) TV with HDMI terminals using an HDMI cable (sold separately), you can select HDMI Resolution to output images to the TV. 1 . MENU → ( Setup ) → [HDMI Resolution] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto (default setting): The [...]

  • Page 109

    [125] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu USB Connection Selects the appropriate USB connection method for each computer or USB device connected to this product. 1 . MENU → ( Setup ) → [USB Connection] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto (default setting): Establishes a Mass Storage or MTP connection automatically, depending on the [...]

  • Page 110

    Menu item details Multi (default setting): Normally, use [Multi] . Single : Set [USB LUN Setting] to [Single] only if you cannot make a connection. [127] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu USB Power Supply Sets whether to supply power via the micro USB cable when the product is connected to a computer or an USB device. 1 . MENU → ( Setup ) ?[...]

  • Page 111

    Date/Time Setup Sets the date and time again. 1 . MENU → ( Setup ) → [Date/Time Setup] → desired setting. Menu item details Daylight Savings : Selects Daylight Savings [On] / [Off] . Date/Time: Sets the date and time. Date Format : Selects the date and time display format. [129] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Area Setting Sets the ar[...]

  • Page 112

    [131] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu File Number Selects how to assign file numbers to recorded images. 1 . MENU → ( Setup ) → [File Number] → desired setting. Menu item details Series (default setting): Even if you change the recording destination folder or change the memory card, the product continues to assign numbers to files in [...]

  • Page 113

    Creates a new folder in the memory card. A new folder is created with a folder number one greater than the largest folder number currently used. Images are recorded in the newly created folder. A folder for still images and a folder for MP4 movies that have the same number are created at the same time. 1 . MENU → ( Setup ) → [New Folder] . Note[...]

  • Page 114

    If image files were processed on a computer, problems may occur in the image database file. In such cases, the images on the memory card will not be played back on this product. If these problems happen, repair the file using [Recover Image DB]. 1 . MENU → ( Setup ) → [Recover Image DB] → [Enter] . Note Use a sufficiently charged battery pack[...]

  • Page 115

    images are retained. 1 . MENU → ( Setup ) → [Setting Reset] → desired setting. Menu item details Camera Settings Reset : Initializes the main shooting settings to the default settings. Initialize : Initializes all the settings to the default settings. Note Be sure not to eject the battery pack while resetting. When you perform [Initialize] , [...]

  • Page 116

    3 . Input the password that is displayed on this product. The smartphone is connected to the product. [141] How to Use Using Wi - Fi functions Connecting this product and a Smartphone Connecting the product to an iPhone or iPad 1 . Select the model name of this product (DIRECT- xxxx: xxxx) on the Wi- Fi setting screen of your iPhone or iPad.[...]

  • Page 117

    2 . Input the password displayed on this product. The iPhone or iPad is connected to the product. 3 . Confirm that your iPhone or iPad was connected to the “SSID” shown on this product. 4 . Return to the “Home” screen and launch PlayMemories Mobile. [142] How to Use Using Wi - Fi functions Connecting this product and a Smartphone Calling up[...]

  • Page 118

    that works with the smartphone, the product and the smartphone will be connected via Wi - Fi. To use this function, register the desired application in advance. 1 . MENU → (Wireless) → [One- touch(NFC)] → desired application. 2 . Switch this product to shooting mode, then touch an NFC- enabled smartphone to the (N mark) on the product for 1- [...]

  • Page 119

    3 . Check the composition of the image on the smartphone screen, and then press the shutter button (A) on the smartphone to shoot an image. Use button (B) to change settings such as [EV] , [Self - Timer] and [Review Check]. Note This product shares the connection information for [Smart Remote Embedded] with a device that has permission to connect. [...]

  • Page 120

    The smartphone and the product are connected, and PlayMemories Mobile launches on the smartphone. Touch the smartphone to the product for 1- 2 seconds until PlayMemories Mobile launches. About “NFC” NFC is a technology that enables short - range wireless communication between various devices, such as mobile phones or IC tags, etc. NFC makes dat[...]

  • Page 121

    1 . MENU → ( Wireless ) → [Send to Smartphone] → desired setting. If you press the (Send to Smartphone) button in playback mode, the setting screen for [Send to Smartphone] will appear. 2 . If the product is ready for the transfer, the information screen appears on the product. Connect the smartphone and the product using that information. Th[...]

  • Page 122

    Set [Airplane Mode] to [Off] . [146] How to Use Using Wi - Fi functions Transferring images to a Smartphone Sending images to an Android smartphone (NFC One - touch Sharing) With just one touch, you can connect this product and an NFC- enabled Android smartphone, and send an image displayed on the product screen directly to the smartphone. 1 . Acti[...]

  • Page 123

    just a touch on the designated touch - point. NFC (Near Field Communication) is an international standard of short - range wireless communication technology. Note You can select an image size to be sent to the smartphone from [Original] , [2M] , or [VGA] . To change the image size, refer to the following steps. For Android smartphone Start PlayMemo[...]

  • Page 124

    If you want to transfer images to another computer, connect the product and the computer via a USB connection and follow the instructions in PlayMemories Home. [148] How to Use Using Wi - Fi functions Transferring images to a TV View on TV You can view images on a network - enabled TV by transferring them from the product without connecting the pro[...]

  • Page 125

    Select from [HD] and [4K] . * The settings are effective only for BRAVIA TV which is compatible with the functions. Note You can use this function on a TV that supports DLNA renderer. You can view images on a Wi- Fi Direct- enabled TV or network - enabled TV (including cable TV). If you connect TV and this product and do not use Wi - Fi Direct, you[...]

  • Page 126

    For details about the available functions and settings of your access point, see the access point operating instructions or contact the administrator of the access point. A connection may not be enabled depending on the surrounding conditions, such as the type of wall material or if there is an obstruction or poor wireless signal between the produc[...]

  • Page 127

    Access points without the mark do not require a password. 4 . Select [OK] . How to use the keyboard When manual character entry is required, a keyboard is displayed on the screen. 1 . Input box The characters you entered are displayed. 2 . Switch character types Each time you press on the center of the control button, the character type switches am[...]

  • Page 128

    Displays the PIN code you enter into the connected device. Priority Connection : Select [On] or [Off] . IP Address Setting : Select [Auto] or [Manual]. IP Address : If you are entering the IP address manually, enter the set address. Subnet Mask / Default Gateway : When you set [IP Address Setting] to [Manual] , enter the IP address to match your ne[...]

  • Page 129

    SSID/PW Reset This product shares the connection information for [Send to Smartphone] and [Smart Remote Embedded] with a device that has permission to connect. If you want to change the device that is permitted to connect, reset the connection information. 1 . MENU → ( Wireless ) → [SSID/PW Reset] → [OK] . Note After resetting the connection [...]

  • Page 130

    Recommended computer environment For details on the recommended computer environments for downloading an application and adding functions to the product, use to the following URL: “PlayMemories Camera Apps” website ( www.sony.net/pmca ) [158] How to Use Adding applications to the product Installing the applications Opening a service account You[...]

  • Page 131

    [160] How to Use Adding applications to the product Installing the applications Downloading applications directly to the product using the Wi - Fi function You can download applications using the Wi - Fi function without connecting to a computer. 1 . MENU → ( Application ) → Application List → (PlayMemories Camera Apps), then follow the instr[...]

  • Page 132

    applications or display application list only by pressing the custom key during the shooting information screen is displayed. [162] How to Use Adding applications to the product Managing the applications Uninstalling applications You can uninstall applications from this product. 1 . MENU → ( Application ) → Application List → [Application Man[...]

  • Page 133

    The account information for the “Sony Entertainment Network” that is registered on the product is displayed. 1 . MENU → ( Application ) → Application List → [Application Management] → [Display Account Information] . [165] How to Use Viewing on computers Recommended computer environment Recommended computer environment You can confirm th[...]

  • Page 134

    Installing PlayMemories Home 1 . Using the Internet browser on your computer, go to the following URL and install PlayMemories Home. www.sony.net/pm/ Proceed the installation by following the instructions on the screen. When installation is completed, PlayMemories Home starts up. If PMB (Picture Motion Browser) supplied with a product that was purc[...]

  • Page 135

    For details on software for Mac computers, access the following URL: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/ Wireless Auto Import “Wireless Auto Import” is required if you are using a Mac computer and want to import images to the computer using Wi - Fi function. Download “Wireless Auto Import” from the URL above, and install it on your Mac comput[...]

  • Page 136

    PlayMemories Home allows you to easily import images. For details on PlayMemories Home functions, see the Help of PlayMemories Home. Importing images to the computer without using PlayMemories Home (For Windows) When the AutoPlay Wizard appears after making a USB connection between this product and a computer, click [Open folder to view files] → [...]

  • Page 137

    Note For Mac computers, drag and drop the icon of the memory card or the drive icon in the “Trash” icon. The product is disconnected from the computer. For Windows 7/Windows 8 computers, the disconnect icon may not appear. In that case, you can skip steps 1 and 2 above. [172] How to Use Viewing on computers Creating a movie disc Disc type High-[...]

  • Page 138

    [173] How to Use Viewing on computers Creating a movie disc Selecting the disc creation method You can create a disc from an AVCHD format movie recorded using this product. Depending on the disc type, playable devices may vary. Select a method suitable for your disc player. For details on creating a disc using PlayMemories Home, see the Help of Pla[...]

  • Page 139

    Blu - ray recorder: High- definition image quality (HD) Standard definition image quality (STD) HDD recorder, etc: Standard definition image quality (STD) Note When creating AVCHD discs using PlayMemories Home from movies recorded with the [ Record Setting] of [60p 28M(PS)] / [50p 28M(PS)] , [60i 24M(FX)] / [50i 24M(FX)] or [24p 24M(FX)]/ [25p 24M([...]

  • Page 140

    [176] How to Use Precautions/This product Precautions Precautions Backing up memory cards Data may be corrupted in the following cases. Be sure to back up the data for protection. When the memory card is removed or the product is turned off during a read or write operation. When the memory card is used in locations subject to static electricity or [...]

  • Page 141

    product. If moisture condensation occurs, turn off the product and wait about an hour for the moisture to evaporate. Note that if you attempt to shoot with moisture remaining inside the lens, you will be unable to record clear images. On the functions available with the product This manual describes the functions of 1080 60i - compatible devices an[...]

  • Page 142

    These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the images in any way. Exposing the monitor or lens to direct sunlight for long periods may cause a malfunction. Exercise caution when placing the product near a window or outdoors. Do not press against the monitor. The monitor may be discolored and that may cause a malfunction.[...]

  • Page 143

    socket) using the AC Adaptor (supplied), and leave the product for 24 hours or more with the power off. [178] How to Use Precautions/This product Precautions Notes on the battery pack Charging the battery pack Charge the battery pack (supplied) before using the product for the first time. The charged battery pack will discharge little by little eve[...]

  • Page 144

    The battery pack will run down quickly if you use the flash or zoom frequently. We recommend preparing spare battery packs and taking trial shots before taking the actual shots. Do not expose the battery pack to water. The battery pack is not water - resistant. Do not leave the battery pack in extremely hot places, such as in a car or under direct [...]

  • Page 145

    [179] How to Use Precautions/This product Precautions Charging the battery pack The supplied AC Adaptor is dedicated to this product. Do not connect with other electronic devices. Doing so may cause a malfunction. Make sure to use a genuine Sony AC Adaptor. If the product's Charge lamp flashes while charging, remove the battery pack being char[...]

  • Page 146

    (“Memory Stick Micro” (M2) media/“Memory Stick Micro” (Mark2) media) SD card (SD memory card/SDHC memory card/SDXC memory card) microSD memory card (microSD memory card/microSDHC memory card/microSDXC memory card) “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media, “Memory Stick XC - HG Duo” media and SD cards up to 64 GB have been tested and proven to o[...]

  • Page 147

    High temperature locations such as in a car parked under the sun Locations exposed to direct sunlight Humid locations or locations with corrosive substances present Images recorded on “Memory Stick XC - HG Duo” media, SDXC memory cards and micro SDXC memory cards cannot be imported to or played on computers or AV devices that are not compatible[...]

  • Page 148

    accidentally swallow it. [181] How to Use Precautions/This product Cleaning this product On cleaning Cleaning the lens and flash Wipe the lens and flash with a soft cloth to remove fingerprints, dust, etc. Cleaning the lens Do not use a cleaning solution containing organic solvents, such as thinner, or benzine. When cleaning the lens surface, remov[...]

  • Page 149

    [182] How to Use Precautions/This product Number of recordable still images and recordable time of movies Number of still images The number of still images may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the memory card. [ Image Size] : [L: 20M] When [ Aspect Ratio] is set to [4:3] * Standard 2GB: 295 images 4GB: 590 images 8GB: 1200 images 16GB:[...]

  • Page 150

    movie files on the memory card. The recordable time may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the memory card. (h (hour), m (minute)) 60i 24M(FX) 50i 24M(FX) 2GB: 10 m 4GB: 20 m 8GB: 40 m 16GB: 1 h 30 m 32GB: 3 h 64GB: 6 h 60i 17M(FH) 50i 17M(FH) 2GB: 10 m 4GB: 30 m 8GB: 1 h 16GB: 2 h 32GB: 4 h 5 m 64GB: 8 h 15 m 60p 28M(PS) 50p 28M(PS) 2GB[...]

  • Page 151

    64GB: 8 h 15 m 1440×1080 12M 2GB: 15 m 4GB: 40 m 8GB: 1 h 20 m 16GB: 2 h 45 m 32GB: 5 h 30 m 64GB: 11 h 5 m VGA 3M 2GB: 1 h 10 m 4GB: 2 h 25 m 8GB: 4 h 55 m 16GB: 9 h 55 m 32GB: 20 h 64GB: 40 h 10 m Continuous shooting is possible for approximately 29 minutes for each shooting (limited by product specifications). For [MP4 12M] size movies, continu[...]

  • Page 152

    On TV color systems To view movies shot using this product on a television, the product and television must use the same color television system. Check the TV color system for the country or region where you are using the product. NTSC system: Bahama Islands, Bolivia, Canada, Central America, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Jamaica, Japan, Korea, Mexico,[...]

  • Page 153

    GPS is a system for determining geographic location by triangulating radio signals from GPS satellites. Avoid using the camera in places where radio signals are blocked or reflected, such as a shadowy place surrounded by buildings or trees, etc. Use the camera in open sky environments. You may not be able to record location information at locations[...]

  • Page 154

    The AVCHD format was developed for high - definition digital video cameras when recording an HD (High - Definition) signal using high - efficiency compression coding technology. The MPEG - 4 AVC/H.264 format is used 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 ca[...]

  • Page 155

    This informs you that you have a right to have access to, modify, and redistribute source code for these software programs under the conditions of the supplied GPL/LGPL. Source code is provided on the web. Use the following URL to download it. http://www.sony.net/Products/Linux/ We would prefer you do not contact us about the contents of source cod[...]

  • Page 156

    Android and Google Play are trademarks or registered trademarks of Google Inc. Wi - Fi, the Wi- Fi logo, Wi- Fi PROTECTED SET - UP are registered trademarks or trademarks of the Wi - Fi Alliance. The N Mark is a trademark or registered trademark of NFC Forum, Inc. in the United States and in other countries. DLNA and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks o[...]

  • Page 157

    [192] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Battery pack and power You cannot insert the battery pack into the product. Make sure the direction of the battery pack is correct, and insert it until the lock lever is locked. [193] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Battery pack and power You cannot turn on the product. After inserting the battery pack into the[...]

  • Page 158

    level. This phenomenon occurs when you use the product in an extremely hot or cold location. Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use. If decreased usage time between charges becomes significant, it is probably time to replace it with a new one. [196] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Battery pack and power The charge lamp on the[...]

  • Page 159

    [199] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies You cannot record images. You are using a memory card with a write - protect switch, and the switch is set to the LOCK position. Set the switch to the record position. Check the free capacity of the memory card. You cannot record images while charging the flash. [Self - timer] is wo[...]

  • Page 160

    You can use only the optical zoom in the following situations: When using Smile Shutter function. [Drive Mode] is set to [Self - portrait] . [203] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The flash does not work. Raise the flash. You cannot use a flash in the following situations: [Anti Motion Blur] , [Night Scene] , [Hand - hel[...]

  • Page 161

    [206] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The recording date and time are not displayed on the screen. While shooting, the date and time are not displayed. They are displayed only during playback. [207] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The date and time are recorded incorrectly. Set the correct d[...]

  • Page 162

    Noise appears in the image when you view the screen in a dark place. The product is attempting to increase the visibility of the screen by temporarily brightening the monitor under conditions of low illumination. There is no effect on the recorded image. [211] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies Dark shadow appears on the i[...]

  • Page 163

    The memory card is full. Delete unnecessary images. The battery level is low. Insert a charged battery pack. [215] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The image is not clear in the viewfinder. Adjust the diopter scale properly using the diopter- adjustment dial. [216] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/mo[...]

  • Page 164

    The folder/file name has been changed on your computer. When an image file has been processed by a computer or when the image file was recorded using a model other than this product, playback on this product is not guaranteed. The product is in USB mode. Disconnect the product from the computer. Use PlayMemories Home to play back on this product im[...]

  • Page 165

    The product may not be able to receive radio signals from GPS satellites because of obstructions. To triangulate the location information correctly, bring the product to an open area, and turn on the product again. [223] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting GPS There is an excessive error in location information. (DSC - HX400V) The margin of error can b[...]

  • Page 166

    For importing movies with GPS location information to your computer, use PlayMemories Home. [226] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wi - Fi You cannot find the wireless access point to be connected. Wireless access points may not be displayed on the product due to signal conditions. Place the product closer to the wireless access point. Wireless acce[...]

  • Page 167

    [230] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wi - Fi [Smart Remote Embedded] or [Send to Smartphone] is canceled halfway. When the remaining battery level is low, [Smart Remote Embedded] or [Send to Smartphone] may be canceled halfway. Charge the battery pack and try again. [231] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wi - Fi The shooting screen for [Smart Remot[...]

  • Page 168

    [233] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Computers The computer does not recognize this product. Set [USB Connection] to [Mass Storage] . Use the micro USB cable (supplied) to connect the devices. Disconnect the USB cable, and connect it again firmly. Disconnect all equipment other than this product, the keyboard and the mouse from the USB terminals o[...]

  • Page 169

    Use PlayMemories Home to copy images that are stored on a computer onto a memory card inserted into this product and view them on this product. [237] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Memory cards Formatted the memory card by mistake. All the data on the memory card is deleted by formatting. You cannot restore the data. [238] Troubleshooting Troubles[...]

  • Page 170

    so. [240] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Others The lens gets fogged. Moisture condensation has occurred. Turn off the product and leave it for about an hour before using it. [241] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Others The product stops with the lens portion extended./The product turns off with the lens portion extended. Do not attempt to force l[...]

  • Page 171

    aside for 24 hours or more with the power left off. [244] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Others The number of recordable images does not decrease, or decreases two images at a time. This is because the compression rate and the image size after compression change depending on the image when you shoot a JPEG image. [245] Troubleshooting Troubleshoot[...]

  • Page 172

    C:13:□□ This product cannot read or write data on the memory card. Try turning off and on this product again, or taking out and inserting the memory card several times. An unformatted memory card is inserted. Format the memory card. The inserted memory card cannot be used with this product, or the data is damaged. Insert a new memory card. E:61[...]

  • Page 173

    The memory card is damaged. The terminal section of the memory card is dirty. This memory card may not be capable of recording and playing normally. An incompatible memory card is inserted. Processing... When performing noise reduction, the reduction process takes place. You cannot do any further shooting during this reduction process. Unable to di[...]

  • Page 174

    Unable to rotate image. Images recorded with other products may not be enlarged or rotated. [248] Troubleshooting Situations this product has difficulty handling Situations this product has difficulty handling Situations this product has difficulty handling The product cannot take full advantage of some features under certain circumstances. When sh[...]

  • Page 175

    Scenes changing constantly, such as a waterfall iSweep Panorama Superior Auto[...]