Sony DSC-HX60V manual

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    Help Guide: Digital Still Camera DSC -HX60/HX60V 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 wrist strap [3] In - Camera guide About the [In- Camera Guide] [4] About the shooting advice [5] Confirming the operation method Confirming the operation method Us[...]

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    Shooting Shooting still images/movies Shooting still images [9] Shooting movies [10] Selecting a shooting mode List of mode dial functions [11] Intelligent Auto [12] Superior Auto [13] About Scene Recognition [14] The advantages of automatic shooting [15] Program Auto [16] iSweep Panorama Scene Selection [18] Shutter Priority [19] Aperture Priority[...]

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    Flash Mode [29] Flash Comp. [30] Selecting a screen display mode Switching the screen display (Shooting) [31] Selecting still image size/image quality Image Size (still image) [32] Aspect Ratio (still image) [33] Quality (still image) [34] Panorama: Size [35] Panorama: Direction [36] Adjusting the focus Focus Mode [37] Focus Area [38] Focus - lock [...]

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    Cont. Shooting [50] Self - timer [51] Self - portrait [52] Self - timer(Cont) [53] Cont. Bracket [54] WB bracket [55] Selecting the ISO sensitivity ISO [56] Multi Frame NR [57] Correcting the brightness or contrast D - Range Opt. (DRO) [58] Auto HDR [59] Adjusting color tones White Balance [60] Capturing a basic white color in [Custom Setup] mode [[...]

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    Customizing the shooting functions for convenient use Memory [71] Function Menu Set. [72] Setting the other functions of this product Photo Creativity [73] Smile/Face Detect. [74] Soft Skin Effect (still image) [75] Red Eye Reduction [76] Auto Obj. Framing (still image) [77] High ISO NR (still image) [78] Write Date (still image) [79] Grid Line [80[...]

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    Viewing panoramic images Playing back panoramic images [91] Printing Specify Printing [92] Using viewing functions View Mode [93] Slide Show [94] Rotate [95] Protect [96] 4K Still Image PB [97] Viewing images on a TV Viewing images on an HD TV [98] Viewing images on a “BRAVIA” Sync - compatible TV [99] Changing settings Setup menu Monitor Brigh[...]

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    Upload Settings (Eye- Fi) [110] Tile Menu [111] Mode Dial Guide [112] Display Quality [113] Pwr Save Start Time [114] PAL/NTSC Selector [115] Demo Mode [116] HDMI Resolution [117] CTRL FOR HDMI [118] USB Connection [119] USB LUN Setting [120] USB Power Supply [121] Language [122] Date/Time Setup [123] Area Setting [124] Format [125] File Number [12[...]

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    Controlling this product using a Smartphone Smart Remote Embedded [138] One - touch connection with an NFC- enabled Android smartphone (NFC One - touch remote) [139] Transferring images to a Smartphone Send to Smartphone [140] Sending images to an Android smartphone (NFC One - touch Sharing) [141] Transferring images to a computer Send to Computer [...]

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    Opening a service account [153] Downloading applications [154] Downloading applications directly to the product using the Wi - Fi function [155] Starting the applications Launching the downloaded application [156] Managing the applications Uninstalling applications [157] Changing the order of applications [158] Confirming the account information of[...]

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    Creating Blu - ray Discs [170] Precautions/This product Precautions Precautions [171] On the internal rechargeable battery [172] Notes on the battery pack [173] Charging the battery pack [174] Memory card [175] Cleaning this product On cleaning [176] Number of recordable still images and recordable time of movies Number of still images [177] Record[...]

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    Troubleshooting If you have problems If you have problems Troubleshooting [185] Troubleshooting Battery pack and power You cannot insert the battery pack into the product. [186] You cannot turn on the product. [187] The power turns off suddenly. [188] The remaining battery level indicator shows an incorrect level. [189] The charge lamp on the produ[...]

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    Noise appears in the image when you view the screen in a dark place. [204] Dark shadow appears on the image. [205] The eyes of the subject come out red. [206] Dots appear and remain on the screen. [207] You cannot shoot images continuously. [208] The image is blurred. [209] The flash takes too long to recharge. [210] Viewing images Images cannot be[...]

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    You cannot import images. [227] The image and sound are interrupted by noise when viewing a movie on a computer. [228] Images exported from a computer cannot be viewed on this product. [229] Memory cards Formatted the memory card by mistake. [230] Printing Images are printed with both edges cut off. [231] You cannot print images with the date. [232[...]

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    [1] How to Use Before Use Names of parts Identifying parts 1 . Exposure compensation dial 2 . ON/OFF (Power) button 3 . Shutter button 4 . For shooting: W/T (zoom) lever For viewing: (Index) lever/ (Playback zoom) lever 5 . Self - timer lamp/AF illuminator 6 . Mode dial 7 . Multi interface shoe* 8 . Flash Press the (Flash pop- up) button to use the[...]

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    1 . (Flash pop- up) button 2 . (N mark) This mark indicates the touch point for connecting this product and an NFC- enabled smartphone. NFC (Near Field Communication) is an international standard of the short - range wireless communication technology. 3 . LCD screen 4 . MOVIE (Movie) button 5 . (Playback) button 6 . Control wheel 7 . GPS receiver ([...]

  • Page 16

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

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    List of shooting mode icons 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[...]

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    Database file full/Database file error 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[...]

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    Flash compensation 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 Set Focus Guide display for Semi - manual/Manual focus Switch Av/Tv Guide display for switching [...]

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    Focus 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 Direction 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 Fil[...]

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    [3] How to Use Before Use Using the strap Using the wrist strap Attach the wrist strap and place your hand through the loop to prevent damage caused by dropping the product. [4] How to Use Before Use In -Camera guide About the [In- Camera Guide] The [In- Camera Guide] displays descriptions of MENU items, Fn (Function) button, and settings, and if a[...]

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    1 . Press the ? ( In - Camera Guide) button while the shooting screen is displayed. 2 . Press the top/bottom side of the control wheel to select the desired shooting advice, then press on the center. The shooting advice is displayed. You can scroll the screen by pressing the up/down side of the control wheel. Hint To view all the shooting advice, s[...]

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    [7] How to Use Confirming the operation method Confirming the operation method Using MENU items In this section, you learn how to change settings related to all camera operations and execute camera functions including shooting, playback, and operation methods. 1 . Press MENU button to display the Menu screen. 2 . Select the desired MENU item using [...]

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    4 . Select the desired setting value, and press to confirm. [8] How to Use Confirming the operation method Confirming the operation method Using the Fn (Function) button You can recall functions when shooting images. Up to 12 frequently used functions can be registered to the Fn (Function) button. 1 . Press the Fn button in shooting mode. 2 . Selec[...]

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    3 . Set the desired setting by turning the control wheel. Performing settings on the dedicated screen Select the desired function in step 2, then press on the center of the control wheel. The dedicated setting screen for the function appears. Follow the operating guides (A) to perform the settings. [9] How to Use Shooting Shooting still images/movi[...]

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    2 . Hold the camera steady, with your arms against your body, and compose your shot. 3 . Press the shutter button halfway down to focus. When the image is in focus, a beep sounds and the indicator ( ) lights. The shortest shooting distance is approximately 5 cm (0.16 ft) (W), 200 cm (6.56 ft) (T) (from the lens). 4 . Press the shutter button fully [...]

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    The contrast between the subject and the background is poor. The subject is seen through glass. The subject is moving quickly. There is reflective light or shiny surfaces. There is a flashing light. The subject is backlit. [10] How to Use Shooting Shooting still images/movies Shooting movies You can record movies by pressing the MOVIE button. 1 . P[...]

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    List of mode dial functions You can select the desired shooting mode by turning the mode dial. Available functions ( Intelligent Auto ): Allows you to shoot still images with the settings adjusted automatically. ( Superior Auto ): Allows you to shoot still images in higher quality than with Intelligent Auto mode. P ( Program Auto ): Allows you to s[...]

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    [12] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Intelligent Auto The product analyzes the subject, and allows you to shoot with appropriate settings. 1 . Set the mode dial to ( Intelligent Auto). 2 . Point the camera to the subject. When the camera recognized the scene, the icon for the recognized scene appears on the screen. 3 . Adjust the focu[...]

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    If necessary, (overlay icon) may appear. 3 . Adjust the focus and shoot the image. Note When the product is used to create composite images, the recording process takes longer than usual. The product will not recognize the scene when you use zoom functions other than optical zoom. The product may not properly recognize a scene under some shooting c[...]

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    [15] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode The advantages of automatic shooting In [Superior Auto] mode, the product shoots with higher quality than [Intelligent Auto] mode and performs composite shooting as necessary. In [Program Auto] mode, you can shoot after adjusting various functions, such as white balance, ISO, etc. ( Intelligent Aut[...]

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    You can change the shutter speed and aperture (F - value) combination by rotating the control wheel, without changing the appropriate exposure that is set by this product. This function is available when you do not use the flash. “ P ” on the screen changes to “ P* ” when you turn the control wheel. To cancel program shift, turn the control[...]

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    (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 on the monitor. (B) Guidance bar Note If the entire angle of the panoramic shot is not achieved within the set time, a gray area occurs in the composite image. If this happens, move the product faster to [...]

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    Hint You can turn the control wheel on the shooting screen to select the shooting direction. [18] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Scene Selection Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene. 1 . Set the mode dial to SCN ( Scene Selection). 2 . MENU → ( Camera Settings ) → [Scene Selection] → desired mode. Whe[...]

  • Page 36

    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 taken, and image processing is applied to reduce subject blur, camera - shake, and noise. Night Portrait: Shoots night scene portraits using the flash. Anti Motion Blu[...]

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    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 where the whole screen appears white. Fireworks : Allows you to shoot images of fireworks in all their splendor. Soft Skin : Allows you to shoot images o[...]

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    Note In the [Night Scene] , [Night Portrait] and [Fireworks] modes, the shutter speed is slower, so use of a tripod is recommended to prevent the image from blurring. In the [Hand - held Twilight] or [Anti Motion Blur] mode, the shutter clicks 4 times and an image is recorded. Reducing blur is less effective even in [Hand - held Twilight] or [Anti [...]

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    When the shutter speed is 1/3 second(s) or longer, noise reduction will be done after shooting for the same amount of time that the shutter was open. However, you cannot shoot any more while noise reduction is in progress. The brightness of the image on the monitor may differ from the actual image being shot. Hint When a faster shutter speed is use[...]

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    [21] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Manual Exposure You can shoot with the desired exposure setting by adjusting both the shutter speed and aperture. 1 . Set the mode dial to M ( Manual Exposure ). 2 . Press the bottom side of the control wheel to select the shutter speed or aperture value, then turn the control wheel to select a val[...]

  • Page 41

    Note Register shooting settings in advance by [Memory] . If you set [Memory recall] after completing the shooting settings, the registered settings are given priority and the original settings may become invalid. Check the indicators on the screen before shooting. [23] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Movie You can change the shooting [...]

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    Fireworks : Allows you to shoot images of fireworks in all their splendor. High Sensitivity : Allows you to shoot dark scenes more brightly. [24] How to Use Using shooting functions Using the zoom Zoom Enlarge images using the W/T (zoom) lever when shooting. 1 . Enlarge images with the W/T (zoom) lever when shooting. Move the W/T (zoom) lever to th[...]

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    (3) Clear Image Zoom range ( ) Zoom images using an image process with less deterioration. Set [Zoom Setting] to [On:ClearImage Zoom] or [On : Digital Zoom] first. (4) Digital Zoom range ( ) You can magnify images using an image process. When you select [On : Digital Zoom] for [Zoom Setting] , you can use this zoom function. Note The default se[...]

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    [27] How to Use Using shooting functions Using the zoom About zoom scale The zoom scale changes according to the settings of this product. The zoom scale for each setting is as follows. When [ Aspect Ratio] is [4:3] [Zoom Setting]: [Optical zoom only (including smart zoom)] [ Image Size]: L 30×, M 42×, S 60×, VGA 243× [Zoom Setting]: [On:ClearI[...]

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    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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    Autoflash (default setting): The flash works in dark environments or when shooting towards bright light. Fill - flash: The flash works every time you trigger the shutter. Slow Sync.: The flash works every time you trigger the shutter. Slow sync shooting allows you to shoot a clear image of both the subject and the background by slowing the shutter [...]

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    makes the flash level lower. Note The higher flash effect may not be visible due to the limited amount of flash light available, if the subject is outside the maximum range of the flash. If the subject is very close, the lower flash effect may not be visible. [31] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a screen display mode Switching the scr[...]

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    Histogram Level Note Histogram is not displayed during panorama shooting. [32] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting still image size/image quality Image Size (still image) 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 recor[...]

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    Image size when [ Aspect Ratio] is 3:2 L: 18M 5184×3456 pixels M: 8.9M 3648×2432 pixels S: 4.5M 2592×1728 pixels Image size when [ Aspect Ratio] is 4:3 L: 20M 5184×3888 pixels M: 10M 3648×2736 pixels S: 5.0M 2592×1944 pixels VGA 640×480 pixels Image size when [ Aspect Ratio] is 16:9 L: 15M 5184×2920 pixels M: 7.5M 3648×2056 pixels S: 2.1M [...]

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    For shooting in composition as a medium format camera. [34] 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 setting. Menu item details Fine (default setting) : File format: JPEG The image is [...]

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    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. [36] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting still image size/image quality Panorama: Direction Sets the direction to pan the camera when shooting panoramic images. 1 . MENU → ( C[...]

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    Automatically and quickly adjusts the focus on the area around a set distance. Focuses on a subject in all ranges of the image. This mode is useful when repeatedly shooting a subject at the same distance. (Manual Focus): Adjusts the focus manually. Note If the subject is too close, the image may show any dust or fingerprints on the lens. Wipe the l[...]

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    [39] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Focus- lock Shoots images with the focus locked on the desired subject in auto focus mode. 1 . MENU → ( Camera Settings ) → [Focus Mode] → [Single- shot AF]. 2 . Place the subject within the AF area and press the shutter button halfway down. The focus is locked. 3 . Keep pressing th[...]

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    [41] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Semi Manual The product focuses quickly on the subjects whose focal distance is the same as the distance you have set. This mode is useful for shooting subjects at the same focal distance repeatedly. 1 . MENU → ( Camera Settings ) → [Focus Mode] → [Semi Manual]. The focus distance i[...]

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    You cannot use [ MF Assist] when shooting movies. [43] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Lock- on AF Set up the tracking function to continue focusing on the subject. 1 . MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Lock - on AF] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Does not track a subject to be focused on. On: Tracks a subject to [...]

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    The subject is moving too quickly. The subject is too small, or too large. The contrast between the subject and the background is poor. It is dark. The ambient light changes. Hint If you lose track of the subject, this product can detect the subject and resume the Lock- on AF function when the subject reappears on the screen. [45] How to Use Using [...]

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    [46] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the exposure Exposure compensation dial Based on the exposure value set by auto exposure, you can make the entire image brighter or darker if you adjust [Exposure Comp.] to the plus side or minus side, respectively (exposure compensation). Normally, exposure is set automatically (auto exposure). 1 [...]

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    proper exposure of the entire screen (Multi - pattern metering). Center : Measures the average brightness of the entire screen, while emphasizing the central area of the screen (Center - weighted metering). Spot: Measures only the central area (Spot metering). This function is useful when the subject is backlit or when there is strong contrast betw[...]

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    You can also set the drive mode by pressing / ( [Drive Mode] ) button of the control wheel. Menu item details Single Shooting (default setting): Shoots one still image. Normal shooting mode. Cont. Shooting: Shoots images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter button. Self- timer: Shoots an image after 10 or 2 seconds. Self- portrait[...]

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    [51] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self -timer) Self- timer The product shoots an image using the self - timer with a 10- second or 2- second delay. 1 . MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Drive Mode] → [Self - timer]. 2 . Select the desired mode using the right/left side of the control wheel. Menu it[...]

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    Self- portrait: Two People : The product starts shooting when it detects two person’s faces. [53] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self -timer) Self- timer(Cont) Continuously shoots three images after 10 seconds. You can choose the best shot from the three shots taken. 1 . MENU → ( Camera Settings [...]

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    1.0 EV. Note The last shot is shown on the Auto Review. In [Manual Exposure] , the exposure is shifted by adjusting the shutter speed. When you adjust the exposure, the exposure is shifted based on the compensated value. When the flash is used, the product performs flash bracket shooting, which shifts the amount of flash light even if [Cont. Bracke[...]

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    Sets the ISO sensitivity automatically. 80 / 100 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200 : You can reduce image blurring in dark locations or with moving subjects by increasing the ISO sensitivity (select a larger number). Note [ISO AUTO] is selected when using the following functions: [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] [iSweep Panorama] [...]

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    You cannot set [Multi Frame NR] in [Picture Effect] . Hint You can change the automatically set range of ISO sensitivity in the [ISO AUTO] setting. Select [ISO AUTO] and press the right button, and set the desired values for [ISO AUTO Maximum] and [ISO AUTO Minimum] . The settings [ISO AUTO Maximum] and [ISO AUTO Minimum] are also applied when shoo[...]

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    [59] How to Use Using shooting functions Correcting the brightness or contrast Auto HDR Widens the range (gradation) so that you can record from bright parts to dark parts with correct brightness (HDR: High Dynamic Range). One image with proper exposure and one overlaid image are recorded. 1 . MENU → ( Camera Settings ) → [DRO/Auto HDR] → [Au[...]

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    Adjusts the color tones according to the ambient light conditions. Use this feature when the color tones of the image did not come out as you expected, or when you want to change the color tones on purpose for photographic expression. 1 . MENU → ( Camera Settings ) → [White Balance] → desired setting. Menu item details Auto (default setting):[...]

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    Note [ White Balance] is fixed to [ Auto ] in the following situations: [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] [61] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting color tones Capturing a basic white color in [Custom Setup] mode In a scene where the ambient light consists of multiple types of light sources, it is recommended to use the [...]

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    Toy Camera : Creates a soft image with shaded corners and reduced sharpness. Pop Color : Creates a vivid look by emphasizing color tones. Posterization : Creates a high contrast, abstract look by heavily emphasizing primary colors, or in black and white. Retro Photo : Creates the look of an aged photo with sepia color tones and faded contrast. Soft[...]

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    [HDR Painting] [Miniature] [Illustration] Note When [Partial Color] is selected, images may not retain the selected color, depending on the subject or shooting conditions. You cannot check the following effects on the shooting screen, because the product processes the image after the shot. Also, you cannot shoot another image until image processing[...]

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    The saturation and contrast are heightened for shooting striking images of colorful scenes and subjects such as flowers, spring greenery, blue sky, or ocean views. Portrait : For shooting the skin color in a soft tone, ideally suited for shooting portraits. Landscape : The saturation, contrast, and sharpness are heightened for shooting vivid and cr[...]

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    Selects the movie file format. 1 . MENU → ( Camera Settings ) → [ File Format] → desired setting. Menu item details AVCHD (default setting): Records high - definition movies. This file format is suitable for viewing movies on a high - definition TV. You can create a Blu - ray Disc, an AVCHD recording disc, or a DVD- Video disc using the softw[...]

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    compatible devices) or approximately 25 frames/sec (for 1080 50i - compatible devices), in progressive mode, with AAC audio, mp4 format. Menu items details When [ File Format] is set to [AVCHD] 60i 24M(FX) *: 50i 24M(FX) **: Records high image quality movies of 1920 × 1080 (60i/50i). Bit- rate: Maximum 24 Mbps 60i 17M(FH) (default setting)*: 50i 1[...]

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    Movies recorded with the [60p 28M(PS)] / [50p 28M(PS)] / [60i 24M(FX)] / [50i 24M(FX)] / [24p 24M(FX)] / [25p 24M(FX)] setting in [ Record Setting] are converted by PlayMemories Home in order to create an AVCHD recording disc. This conversion can take a long time. Also, you cannot create a disc in the original image quality. If you want to keep the[...]

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    Menu item details Normal (default setting): Records the ambient sounds within a certain level. This setting is suitable for recording everyday conversations. Low : Records the ambient sounds faithfully. This setting is suitable for recording realistic sounds, for example at a concert. [68] How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies Wind N[...]

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    On (default setting): Uses [ Auto Slow Shut.] . The shutter speed automatically slows when recording in dark locations. You can reduce noise in the movie by using a slow shutter speed when recording in dark locations. Off: Does not use [ Auto Slow Shut.]. The recorded movie will be darker than when [On] is selected, but you can record movies with s[...]

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    Items that can be registered Shooting mode Aperture (F number) Shutter speed Camera Settings Optical zoom scale To recall registered settings Set the mode dial to MR, then press the right/left side of the control wheel or turn the control wheel to select the desired memory number. To change registered settings Change the setting to the desired one [...]

  • Page 77

    [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) or ( Superior Auto ), you can change the settings easily and shoot images. 1 . Set the shooting mode to ( Intelligent Auto) or ( Superior Auto ). 2 . Press ( Photo Creativity ) on the co[...]

  • Page 78

    Detects the faces of your subjects and adjusts the focus, exposure, flash settings and performs image processing automatically. 1 . MENU → ( Camera Settings ) → [Smile/Face Detect.] → desired setting. Menu item details Off: Does not use the [Face Detection] function. On (default setting): Automatically selects a face to be brought into focus.[...]

  • Page 79

    When using zoom functions other than the optical zoom Up to eight faces of your subjects can be detected. The product may not detect faces at all or may accidentally detect other objects as faces in some conditions. If the product cannot detect a face, set the Smile Detection Sensitivity. If you track a face using [Lock - on AF] while executing [Sm[...]

  • Page 80

    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 distance to the subject, or whether the subject looks at the pre - strobe or not. [77] How to Use Using sho[...]

  • Page 81

    The trimmed image may not be the best possible composition, depending on the shooting conditions. [78] 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 that becomes more noticeable when the product sensitivity is high. A messa[...]

  • Page 82

    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. [80] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product Grid Line[...]

  • Page 83

    magnified scale. 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. [82] How to Use Using shooting functions Settin[...]

  • Page 84

    1 . Press the (Playback) button to switch to the playback mode. 2 . Select the image with the control wheel. 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, regis[...]

  • Page 85

    1 . Slide the W/T (zoom) lever to the W side while the image is being played back. To change the number of images to be displayed MENU → ( Playback ) → [Image Index] → desired setting. 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 w[...]

  • Page 86

    Deleting a displayed image You can delete an image displayed. 1 . Display the image you want to delete. 2 . Press the (Delete) button. 3 . Select [Delete] using the control wheel, then press on the center of the control wheel. [88] How to Use Viewing Deleting images Deleting multiple selected images You can delete multiple selected images. 1 . MENU[...]

  • Page 87

    Plays back the recorded movies. 1 . Press the (playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 . Select the movie to be played back using the control wheel. 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 side of the contro[...]

  • Page 88

    Note You cannot save the images made with [Motion Shot Video] as a movie file. If the motion of the subject is too slow or the subject does not move enough, the product may fail to create the image. Hint You can also change the interval of the image tracking using MENU → ( Playback ) → [Motion Interval ADJ]. [91] How to Use Viewing Viewing pano[...]

  • Page 89

    Specify Printing You can specify in advance on the memory card which still images you want to print out later. The (print order) icon will appear on the specified images. DPOF refers to “Digital Print Order Format.” 1 . MENU → ( Playback ) → [Specify Printing] → desired setting. Menu item details Multiple Img. : Selects images to order pr[...]

  • Page 90

    Folder View(MP4) : Displays only MP4- format movies. AVCHD View : Displays only AVCHD - format movies. [94] 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 [...]

  • Page 91

    2 . Press on the center of the control wheel. The image is rotated counter - clockwise. The image rotates as you press on the center. If you rotate the image once, the image remains rotated even after the product is turned off. Note You cannot rotate the movies. You may not be able to rotate images shot using other products. When viewing rotated im[...]

  • Page 92

    [97] How to Use Viewing Using viewing functions 4K Still Image PB 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 . T[...]

  • Page 93

    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. 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 devic[...]

  • Page 94

    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 switch the input. 4 . Turn on this product. 5 . MENU → ( Setup ) → [ CTRL FOR HDMI ] → [ On ]. 6 . Press the SYNC MENU button on the TV Remote Control, and selec[...]

  • Page 95

    Adjusts the brightness within the range of –2 to +2. [101] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Viewfinder Bright. When using an electronic viewfinder (sold separately), this product adjusts the brightness of the electronic viewfinder according to the surrounding environment. 1 . MENU → ( Setup ) → [Viewfinder Bright.] → desired setting.[...]

  • Page 96

    Selects whether the product produces a sound or not. 1 . MENU → ( Setup ) → [Audio signals] → desired setting. Menu item details On (default setting): Produces sound when the focus is achieved or the self- timer is operated. Shutter: Produces the shutter sound only. Off: Does not produce sound. [104] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu GP[...]

  • Page 97

    : The product can acquire the current location information. : An error occurred with the GPS function. Turn off the product, and turn it on again. To receive a GPS signal Proper triangulation is not possible indoors or near tall buildings. Use the product in an open area outside, and turn the product off and on again. It may take from ten secon[...]

  • Page 98

    Before using the [GPS Auto Time Cor.] function, set [Date/Time Setup] . The corrected time may differ from the actual time for a few seconds. [GPS Auto Time Cor.] may not activate correctly in some areas. [106] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu GPS Auto Area Adj. (DSC- HX60V) Corrects the time difference automatically if the product detects t[...]

  • Page 99

    Note The computer should be connected to the internet for updating the GPS assist data. If the term of validity of the GPS assist data has expired, it cannot be used to shorten the time for recording the location information. We recommend you to update the GPS assist data regularly. The expiry date of the GPS assist data is approximately within 30 [...]

  • Page 100

    [109] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Delete GPS log data (DSC -HX60V) You can delete all the GPS log data which are recorded with [GPS Log REC] . 1 . MENU → ( Setup ) → [GPS Settings] → [Delete GPS log data] . [110] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Upload Settings(Eye - Fi) Sets whether to use the upload function when using an[...]

  • Page 101

    For more information on Eye - Fi cards, please contact the manufacturer or vendor directly. Eye - Fi cards can be used only in the countries/regions where they were purchased. Use Eye - Fi cards in accordance with the law of the countries/regions where you purchased the card. Eye - Fi cards are equipped with a wireless LAN function. Do not insert a[...]

  • Page 102

    You can display the description of a shooting mode when you turn the mode dial and change the settings available for that shooting mode. 1 . MENU → ( Setup ) → [Mode Dial Guide] → desired setting. Menu item details On: Displays the Mode Dial Guide. Off (default setting): Does not display the Mode Dial Guide. [113] How to Use Changing settings[...]

  • Page 103

    Menu item details 30 Min/5 Min / 2 Min (default setting)/1 Min Note The power save function is not activated during playing back slideshow or recording movies, or when connected to a computer. [115] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu PAL/NTSC Selector Plays back movies recorded with the product on a PAL/NTSC system TV. 1 . MENU → ( Setup ) ?[...]

  • Page 104

    On: The movie playback demonstration starts automatically if the product is not operated for about one minute. Only protected AVCHD movies are played back. Set the view mode to [AVCHD View] , and protect the movie file with the oldest recorded date and time. Off (default setting): Does not show the demonstration. Note You can set this item only whe[...]

  • Page 105

    CTRL FOR HDMI When connecting this product to a “BRAVIA” Sync - compatible TV using an HDMI cable (sold separately), you can operate this product by aiming the TV remote control at the TV. 1 . MENU → ( Setup ) → [CTRL FOR HDMI] → desired setting. Menu item details On (default setting): You can operate this product with a TV’s remote con[...]

  • Page 106

    imported to the computer. Note If Device Stage* is not displayed with Windows 7 or Windows 8, set [USB Connection] to [Auto]. * Device Stage is a menu screen used to manage connected devices, such as a camera (Function of Windows 7 or Windows 8). [120] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu USB LUN Setting Enhances compatibility by limiting of USB[...]

  • Page 107

    computer, etc. [122] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Language Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. 1 . MENU → ( Setup ) → [ Language] → desired language. [123] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Date/Time Setup Sets the date and time again. 1 . MENU → ( Setup ) → [Date/Time Setup] → desi[...]

  • Page 108

    [125] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Format Formats (initializes) the memory card. When you use a memory card with this product for the first time, it is recommended that you format the card using the product for stable performance of the memory card. Note that formatting permanently erases all data on the memory card, and is unrecoverable[...]

  • Page 109

    [127] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Select REC Folder You can change the recording folder to which images are recorded. 1 . MENU → ( Setup ) → [Select REC Folder] → desired folder. Note You cannot select the folder when you select the [Date Form] setting. [128] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu New Folder Creates a new folder [...]

  • Page 110

    1 . MENU → ( Setup ) → [Folder Name] → desired setting. Menu item details Standard Form (default setting): The folder name form is as follows: folder number + MSDCF. Example: 100MSDCF Date Form : The folder name form is as follows: folder number + Y (the last digit)/MM/DD. Example: 10040405 (Folder number: 100, date: 04/05/2014) Note The MP4 [...]

  • Page 111

    [132] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Version Displays the version of this product’s software. 1 . MENU → ( Setup ) → [Version] . [133] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Setting Reset Resets the product to the default settings. Even if you perform [Setting Reset] , the recorded images are retained. 1 . MENU → ( Setup ) → [Se[...]

  • Page 112

    PlayMemories Mobile should be installed on your smartphone. Download and install the application PlayMemories Mobile from your smartphone’s application store. If PlayMemories Mobile is already installed on your smartphone, be sure to update it to the latest version. For details on PlayMemories Mobile, refer to the support page ( http://www.sony.n[...]

  • Page 113

    [136] 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. 2 . Input the password displayed on this product. The iPhone or iPad is connected to the product. 3 . Confirm [...]

  • Page 114

    [137] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Connecting this product and a Smartphone Calling up an application using [One - touch(NFC)] You can call up a desired application from the application menu of this product by touching an NFC- enabled Android smartphone to the product. If the application you call up has a feature that works with the smartphone,[...]

  • Page 115

    Smartphone Smart Remote Embedded You can use a smartphone as the remote controller for this product, and shoot still images. Still images shot via remote control are sent to the smartphone from the product. The application PlayMemories Mobile must be installed on your smartphone. 1 . MENU → ( Application ) → [Application List] → [Smart Remote[...]

  • Page 116

    [139] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Controlling this product using a Smartphone One - touch connection with an NFC - enabled Android smartphone (NFC One - touch remote) You can connect this product and an NFC- enabled Android smartphone with one touch, without performing a complex setup operation. 1 . Activate the NFC function of the smartphone.[...]

  • Page 117

    (N mark) of this product. If the smartphone is in a case, remove it. If the product is in a case, remove it. Check whether the NFC function is activated on your smartphone. When [Airplane Mode] is set to [On] , you cannot connect this product and the smartphone. Set [Airplane Mode] to [Off] . If this product and the smartphone are connected when th[...]

  • Page 118

    Select on Smartphone : Displays all images recorded on the product’s memory card on the smartphone. 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 PlayMemories Mobile, and change the image size by [Settings] → [[...]

  • Page 119

    The product and the smartphone are connected, and PlayMemories Mobile automatically launches on the smartphone, and then the displayed image is sent to the smartphone. Before you touch the smartphone, cancel the sleep and lock - screen functions of the smartphone. The NFC function is available only when the (N mark) is displayed on the product. Tou[...]

  • Page 120

    If the product is in a case, remove it. Confirm that the NFC function is activated on the smartphone. When [Airplane Mode] is set to [On] , you cannot connect the product and the smartphone. Set [Airplane Mode] to [Off] . You cannot send AVCHD format movies. [142] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Transferring images to a computer Send to Computer Y[...]

  • Page 121

    To display the next/previous image manually, press the right/left side of the control wheel. To change the device to be connected, press the bottom side of the control wheel, then select [Device list]. Slideshow settings You can change the slideshow settings by pressing the bottom side of the control wheel. Playback Selection : Selects the group of[...]

  • Page 122

    Airplane Mode When you board an airplane, etc., you can turn off all Wi - Fi functions temporarily. 1 . MENU → ( Wireless ) → [Airplane Mode] → desired setting. If you set [Airplane Mode] to [On] , an airplane mark will be displayed on the screen. [145] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Changing the settings of Wi-Fi functions WPS Push If your[...]

  • Page 123

    You can register your access point manually. Before starting the procedure, check the SSID name of the access point, security system, and password. The password may be preset in some devices. For details, see the access point operating instructions, or consult the access point administrator. 1 . MENU → ( Wireless ) → [Access Point Set.] . 2 . S[...]

  • Page 124

    1 . Input box The characters you entered are displayed. 2 . Switch character types Each time you press on the center of the control wheel, the character type switches among alphabet letters, numerals and symbols. 3 . Keyboard Each time you press on the center, the character that you enter will be displayed. For example: If you want to enter “abd?[...]

  • Page 125

    [147] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Changing the settings of Wi-Fi functions Edit Device Name You can change the device name under Wi - Fi Direct. 1 . MENU → ( Wireless ) → [Edit Device Name]. 2 . Select the input box, then input the device name → [OK] . For input method, refer to “ How to use the keyboard.” [148] How to Use Using Wi-F[...]

  • Page 126

    After resetting the connection information, and if you connect this product to the smartphone, you must register the smartphone again. [150] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Changing the settings of Wi-Fi functions Reset Network Set. Resets all the network settings to default settings. 1 . MENU → (Wireless) → [Reset Network Set.] → [OK] . [15[...]

  • Page 127

    [153] How to Use Adding applications to the product Installing the applications Opening a service account You can open a service account, which is required to download applications. 1 . Access the application download website. http://www.sony.net/pmca 2 . Follow the instructions on the screen and acquire a service account. Follow the instructions o[...]

  • Page 128

    [155] 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 129

    1 . MENU → ( Application ) → [Application List] → desired application to launch. [157] 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 Management] → [Manage and Remove] . 2 . [...]

  • Page 130

    Confirming the account information of PlayMemories Camera Apps 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] . [160] How to Use Viewing on computers Recommended computer [...]

  • Page 131

    For other details, please refer to the Help of PlayMemories Home. [162] How to Use Viewing on computers Using the software 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 in[...]

  • Page 132

    DirectX may be installed depending on your computer’s system environment. Hint For details on PlayMemories Home, refer to the Help of PlayMemories Home or the PlayMemories Home support page ( http://www.sony.co.jp/pmh- se/ ) (English only). [163] How to Use Viewing on computers Using the software Software for Mac computers For details on software[...]

  • Page 133

    If you connect the product to your computer using the micro USB cable when [USB Power Supply] is set to [On] , power is supplied from your computer. (Default setting: [On] ) [165] How to Use Viewing on computers Connecting this product and a computer Importing images to the computer PlayMemories Home allows you to easily import images. For details [...]

  • Page 134

    Do not edit or otherwise process AVCHD movie files/folders from the connected computer. Movie files may be damaged or become unplayable. Do not delete or copy AVCHD movies on the memory card from the computer. Sony is not held liable for consequences resulting from such operations via the computer. [166] How to Use Viewing on computers Connecting t[...]

  • Page 135

    High- definition image quality (HD) (AVCHD recording disc) High definition image quality (HD) movie can be recorded on DVD media, such as DVD- R discs, and a high definition image quality (HD) disc is created. You can play a high definition image quality (HD) disc on AVCHD format playback devices, such as a Sony Blu - ray Disc player and a PlayStat[...]

  • Page 136

    Creates a disc with high - definition image quality (HD) (AVCHD recording disc) Writable movie format: PS*, FX*, FH Player: AVCHD format playback devices (Sony Blu - ray Disc player, PlayStation®3, etc.) Creates a disc with standard definition image quality (STD) Writable movie format: PS*, FX*, FH* Player: Ordinary DVD playback devices (DVD playe[...]

  • Page 137

    24M(FX)]/ [25p 24M(FX)] , the image quality is converted and it is not possible to create discs that have the original image quality. Converting the image quality takes time. To record movies with the original image quality, use Blu - ray Discs. To create a Blu - ray Disc from movies recorded in [60p 28M(PS)] / [50p 28M(PS)] , you need to use a dev[...]

  • Page 138

    memory card’s capacity. The process may take a long time and you cannot operate the product until the process is completed. If a database file error occurs, export all images to your computer using PlayMemories Home, and then format the memory card using this product. Do not use/store the product in the following places In an extremely hot, cold [...]

  • Page 139

    In an airplane, set [Airplane Mode] to [On] . On image data compatibility This product conforms with DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) universal standard established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). Playback of images recorded with your product on other equipment and playback of images recorded [...]

  • Page 140

    Notes on the flash Do not cover the flash with your fingers. Do not carry the product by the flash unit, or use excessive strength on it. If water, dust or sand get into the open flash unit, it may cause a malfunction. Notes on discarding or transferring this product to others When discarding or transferring this product to others, make sure to per[...]

  • Page 141

    battery pack each time before you use the product so that you do not miss any opportunities to shoot images. You can charge the battery pack even if it is not completely discharged. You can use a partially charged battery pack. If the Charge lamp flashes and charging is canceled halfway, remove the battery pack once then reinsert it. We recommend c[...]

  • Page 142

    A: Battery level high B: Battery exhausted It takes about one minute for the correct remaining battery indicator to appear. The correct remaining battery indicator may not be displayed under some operating or environmental conditions. If you do not operate the product for a certain period of time while the power is on, the product turns off automat[...]

  • Page 143

    again, this may indicate a faulty battery or that a battery pack other than the specified type has been inserted. Check that the battery pack is the specified type. If the battery pack is the specified type, remove the battery pack, replace it with a new or different one and check that the newly inserted battery is charging correctly. If the newly [...]

  • Page 144

    (“Memory Stick XC - HG Duo” media (Mark2)) (“Memory Stick PRO -HG Duo” media) (Mark2) (“Memory Stick Micro” media (Mark2)) Class 4 SD card or faster, Class 4 microSD memory card or faster Note When you use a memory card with this product for the first time, it is recommended that you format the card using the product for stable performa[...]

  • Page 145

    Notes on using the memory card adaptor (sold separately) When inserting a memory card into a memory card adaptor, be sure that the memory card is inserted in the correct direction and then insert it as far as it will go. If the card is not inserted properly, it may result in a malfunction. When you use “Memory Stick Micro” media or a microSD me[...]

  • Page 146

    Cleaning the lens Do not use a cleaning solution containing organic solvents, such as thinner, or benzine. When cleaning the lens surface, remove dust with a commercially available blower. In case of dust that sticks to the surface, wipe it off with a soft cloth or tissue paper slightly moistened with lens cleaning solution. Wipe in a spiral patter[...]

  • Page 147

    2GB: 295 images 4GB: 590 images 8GB: 1200 images 16GB: 2400 images 32GB: 4800 images 64GB: 9600 images Fine 2GB: 200 images 4GB: 400 images 8GB: 810 images 16GB: 1600 images 32GB: 3250 images 64GB: 6500 images * When the [ Aspect Ratio] is set to other than [4:3] , you can record more pictures than shown above. Note Even if the number of remaining [...]

  • Page 148

    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: 9 m 4GB: 15 m 8GB: 35 m 16GB: 1 h 15 m 32GB: 2 h 30 m 64GB: 5 h 5 m 24p 24M(FX) 25p 24M(FX) 2GB: 10 m 4GB: 20 m 8GB: 40 m 16GB: 1 h 30 m 32GB: 3 h 64GB: 6 h 24p 17M(FH) 25p 17M(FH) 2GB: 10 m 4GB: 30 m 8GB: 1 h 16GB: 2 h[...]

  • Page 149

    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, continuous shooting is possible for approximately 15 minutes (limited by 2 GB file size). Note The recordable time of movies varies because the product[...]

  • Page 150

    Holland, Hong Kong, Hungary, Indonesia, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Rumania, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom, Viet Nam, etc. PAL- M system: Brazil PAL- N system: Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay SECAM system: Bulgaria, France, Greece, Guiana, Iran, Iraq, Monaco[...]

  • Page 151

    signals from 3 or more GPS satellites. The triangulating error allowed by the GPS satellites is about 10 m (32.81 feet). Depending on the environment of the location, the triangulating error can be greater. In this case, your actual location may not match the location on the map based on the GPS information. Meanwhile, the GPS satellites are contro[...]

  • Page 152

    This product comes with software that are used based on licensing agreements with the owners of that software. Based on requests by the owners of copyright of these software applications, we have an obligation to inform you of the following. Please read the following sections. Licenses (in English) are recorded in the internal memory of your produc[...]

  • Page 153

    , Memory Stick PRO Duo, , Memory Stick PRO- HG Duo, , Memory Stick XC - HG Duo, , Memory Stick Micro, , MagicGate, BRAVIA, PhotoTV HD, PlayMemories Online, PlayMemories Online logo, PlayMemories Home, PlayMemories Home logo, PlayMemories Mobile, PlayMemories Mobile logo PlayMemories Camera Apps, PlayMemories Camera Apps logo Multi Interface Shoe, M[...]

  • Page 154

    marks may not be specified in all cases in this manual. [185] Troubleshooting If you have problems If you have problems Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with the product, try the following solutions. 1 . Check the items under “Troubleshooting”, then check the product. If a message such as “C/E:□□:□□” appears on the screen, [...]

  • Page 155

    Make sure that the battery pack is inserted correctly. The battery pack will discharge by itself even if you do not use it. Charge the battery pack before use. Make sure that the battery is NP - BX1. [188] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Battery pack and power The power turns off suddenly. Depending on the product and battery pack temperature, the [...]

  • Page 156

    [191] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Battery pack and power The battery pack has not been charged even if the charge lamp on the product has turned off. Make sure that the battery is NP - BX1. Batteries which have not been used for more than a year may have deteriorated. [192] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Battery pack and power The battery pack[...]

  • Page 157

    The product is compiling images. [195] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The image is out of focus. The subject is too close. Shoot from the shortest shooting distance (W side: Approx. 5 cm (0.16 ft), T side: Approx. 200 cm (6.56 ft (from the lens)). Press the shutter button halfway down, then shoot images. Ambient light [...]

  • Page 158

    [198] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies Fuzzy white circular spots appear on images shot using the flash. Particles (dust, pollen, etc.) in the air reflected the flash light and appeared on the image. This is not a malfunction. [199] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The close -up shoot function[...]

  • Page 159

    [202] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The aperture value and/or shutter speed flashes. The subject is too bright or too dark to shoot using the current aperture value and/or shutter speed settings. Readjust the settings. [203] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The image colors are not correct.[...]

  • Page 160

    [206] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The eyes of the subject come out red. Set [Red Eye Reduction] to [On] . Shoot the subject at a distance closer than the flash range using the flash. Light the room and shoot the subject. [207] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies Dots appear and remain on the[...]

  • Page 161

    The flash takes too long to recharge. The flash has been fired in succession in a short period. When the flash has been fired in succession, the recharging process may take longer than usual to avoid overheating of the camera. [211] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Viewing images Images cannot be played back. Make sure that the memory card is fully [...]

  • Page 162

    [214] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Viewing images The image was deleted by mistake. Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. We recommend that you protect images that you do not want to delete. [215] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting GPS The product is not receiving a GPS signal. (DSC -HX60V) Set [GPS On/Off] to [On] . The product ma[...]

  • Page 163

    As the GPS satellites move constantly, it may take longer to determine the location or the receiver may not be able to determine the location at all, depending on the location and time you use the product. GPS is a system for determining geographic location by triangulating radio signals from GPS satellites. Avoid using the product in places where [...]

  • Page 164

    [221] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wi-Fi [Send to Computer] is canceled halfway. When the battery remaining level is low, [Send to Computer] may be canceled halfway. Charge the battery pack and try again. [222] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wi-Fi You cannot send movies to a smartphone. You cannot send AVCHD movies to a smartphone. Set [ File F[...]

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    [225] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wi-Fi You cannot use One - Touch connection (NFC). Place the (N mark) on the smartphone and the (N mark) on the product as close together as possible. If there is no response, move the smartphone a few millimeters or move the smartphone away from this product, wait more than 10 seconds, and then touch them toge[...]

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    [228] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Computers The image and sound are interrupted by noise when viewing a movie on a computer. You are playing back the movie directly from the memory card. Import the movie to your computer using PlayMemories Home and play it back. [229] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Computers Images exported from a computer can[...]

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    When you print images at a shop, ask the shop whether they can print the images without cutting off both edges. [232] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Printing You cannot print images with the date. If you set [ Write Date] to [On] , you can print still images with the date. Note that you cannot delete the date from the image on the camera. If you w[...]

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    [235] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Others The product becomes warm when you use it for a long time. This is not a malfunction. Turn off the product and do not use it for a while. [236] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Others The Clock Set screen appears when you turn on the product. Set the date and time again. The internal rechargeable backup ba[...]

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    authorized Sony service facility. [239] Troubleshooting Messages Messages Self- diagnosis display If a code starting with a letter of the alphabet appears, the self - diagnosis function on this product is working. The last two digits (indicated by □□) will differ depending on the state of this product. If you cannot solve the problem even after[...]

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    Set Area/Date/Time. Set the area, date and time. If you have not used the product for a long time, charge the internal rechargeable backup battery. Unable to use memory card. Format ? The memory card was formatted on a computer and the file format was modified. Select [Enter] , and then format the memory card. You can use the memory card again, how[...]

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    The number of images exceeds that for which date management in a database file by the product is possible. Unable to register to the database file. Import all the images to a computer and recover the memory card. Image DataBase File error There is something wrong in the Image Database File. Select [Setup] → [Recover Image DB]. System Error Camera[...]

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    Flickering lights iSweep Panorama Subjects too close to the product iSweep Panorama Large moving subjects or subjects that move too quickly Superior Auto iSweep Panorama Auto HDR Lock- on AF Subjects too small or too large iSweep Panorama Lock- on AF Scenes with little contrast, such as the sky or a sandy beach iSweep Panorama Superior Auto Scenes [...]