Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Use this Help Guide when you have any questions on how to use the camera.
Troubleshooting Warning indicators and messages Situations this camera has difficulty handling List of Topics How to use Troubleshooting Notes on use 4-488-060-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation
Table Of Contents Help Guide DSC-H400....................................................................................................................i Before Use......................................................................................................................................1 Names of parts.......................................................................................................................21 List of icons displayed on the screen......................................
If you have problems......................................................................................................................9 Troubleshooting............................................................................................................................10 Battery pack and power..........................................................................................................54 Shooting still images/movies.......................................................................
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Before Use Names of parts List of icons displayed on the screen Using the strap Using the internal memory Notes on use 4-488-060-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 1
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Confirming the operation method Confirming the operation method Notes on use 4-488-060-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 2
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Shooting Shooting images Selecting the shooting mode based on the subject Notes on use 4-488-060-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 3
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Useful shooting functions Zoom DISP (Display Setting) Using the flash Selecting image size Adjusting the focus Advanced shooting Notes on use 4-488-060-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 4
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Viewing Viewing still images Deleting images Viewing movies Viewing panorama images Printing still images Useful viewing functions Viewing images on a TV Notes on use 4-488-060-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 5
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Changing settings Setup menu Notes on use 4-488-060-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 6
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Using with your computer Recommended computer environment Using the software Connecting the camera to the computer Notes on use 4-488-060-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 7
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Precautions/About this camera Precautions On cleaning Number of still images and recordable time of movies Using the camera abroad About this camera Trademarks Notes on use 4-488-060-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 8
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 If you have problems If you have problems Notes on use 4-488-060-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 9
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Troubleshooting Battery pack and power Shooting still images/movies Viewing images Computers Memory card Internal memory Printing Others Notes on use 4-488-060-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 10
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Warning indicators and messages Warning indicators and messages Notes on use 4-488-060-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 11
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Situations this camera has difficulty handling Situations this camera has difficulty handling Notes on use 4-488-060-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 12
Help Guide List of Topics Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 How to use Before Use Names of parts Names of parts List of icons displayed on the screen List of icons displayed on the screen Using the strap Using the shoulder strap Using the internal memory Using internal memory Confirming the operation method Confirming the operation method Using the control button Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing camera settings Shooting Shooting images Shooting still images Shooting movies
Useful shooting functions Zoom Zoom Digital Zoom DISP (Display Setting) DISP (Display Setting) Using the flash Flash Selecting image size Image size Image size when shooting Sweep Panorama Image size when shooting movies Adjusting the focus Focus TRACKING FOCUS Advanced shooting Easy Mode Shooting Direction in Sweep Panorama AF Illuminator Exposure Compensation Metering Mode Cont.
Deleting images Viewing movies Viewing movies Viewing panorama images Playing back panoramic images Printing still images Print (DPOF) Printing still images Useful viewing functions View Mode Slideshow Rotate Protect Viewing images on a TV Viewing an image on a Standard Definition (SD) TV Changing settings Setup menu Disp. Resolution Beep Monitor Brightness Language Setting Initialize Function Guide Video Out USB Connect Setting USB Power Supply LUN Setting Eye-Fi Power Save Format Create REC.
Recommended computer environment Using the software PlayMemories Home Music Transfer Installing PlayMemories Home Software for Mac Connecting the camera to the computer Connecting the camera to the computer Importing images to a computer Disconnecting the camera from the computer Precautions/About this camera Precautions Precautions Backup of various settings, date and time Battery pack Notes on charging the battery pack Memory card On cleaning On cleaning Number of still images and recordable time of
Help Guide List of Topics Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Troubleshooting If you have problems If you have problems If you have problems Troubleshooting Battery pack and power Cannot insert the battery pack into the camera Cannot turn on the camera Power turns off suddenly Remaining charge indicator is incorrect Charge lamp of the camera flashes while charging the battery Battery is not charged even if the Charge lamp turns off and charging is finished Shooting still images/movies Cannot record images Im
Date and time are not displayed Cannot display images in index mode Cannot hear music during slideshow Computers Your computer does not recognize the camera Cannot import images Image and sound are interrupted by noise when you view a movie on a computer Images once exported to a computer cannot be viewed on the camera Memory card You have formatted a memory card by mistake Images are recorded on internal memory even when a memory card is inserted into the camera Internal memory Cannot play back or recor
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Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Names of parts Names of parts Notes on use 4-488-060-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 21
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 List of icons displayed on the screen List of icons displayed on the screen Notes on use 4-488-060-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 22
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Using the strap Using the shoulder strap Attaches the strap and place it over your shoulder to prevent the camera from damage by being dropped.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Using the internal memory Using internal memory The camera has approximately 55 MB of internal memory.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Confirming the operation method Using the control button Using MENU items (Shooting) You can select various shooting functions easily from the MENU button. Using MENU items (Viewing) You can select various viewing functions easily from the MENU button. Changing camera settings You can change settings on the [Settings] screen.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Shooting images Shooting still images Shooting movies Notes on use 4-488-060-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 26
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Selecting the shooting mode based on the subject List of mode dial functions Sets the mode dial to the desired function. Intelligent Auto You can shoot still images with settings adjusted automatically. Scene Recognition Scene Recognition operates in Intelligent Auto mode. Program Auto You can shoot with exposure adjusted automatically (both shutter speed and aperture value).
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Zoom Zoom You can enlarge the image when shooting. The camera's optical zoom function can enlarge images up to 63×. Digital Zoom Selects digital zoom mode.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 DISP (Display Setting) DISP (Display Setting) Sets the display setting mode.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Using the flash Flash When shooting in low light or backlit conditions, you can brighten the subject by using flash.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Selecting image size Image size Image size determines the size of the image file that is recorded when you take an image. Image size when shooting Sweep Panorama Sets the image size of Sweep Panorama. The image size varies depending on the panorama shooting direction. Image size when shooting movies The larger the size of the movie image, the higher the image quality.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Adjusting the focus Focus You can change the focus method. Use the menu when it is difficult to get proper focus in auto focus mode. TRACKING FOCUS Tracks the subject and adjusts focus automatically even when the subject is moving.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Advanced shooting Easy Mode Allows you to shoot still images using the minimum necessary functions. Shooting Direction in Sweep Panorama Sets the direction in which the camera will be panned when shooting in Sweep Panorama mode. AF Illuminator The AF illuminator supplies fill light to focus more easily on a subject in dark surroundings. Exposure Compensation You can adjust exposure manually in 1/3 EV steps in a range of –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV.
White Balance Color tones are adjusted according to surrounding light conditions. Use this function if image color appears unnatural. Picture Effect You can shoot a still image with original texture, according to the desired effect. Color hue When you select [Toy camera] in Picture Effect , adjusts color hue. Extracted Color When you select [Partial Color] in [Picture Effect], select the color to extract.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Viewing still images Viewing still images You can play back still images. Playback zoom You can enlarge the image being played back. Image Index When you play back images, you can display multiple images at the same time.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Deleting images Deleting images You can select and delete unwanted images.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Viewing movies Viewing movies You can play back recorded movies.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Viewing panorama images Playing back panoramic images You can view an entire panoramic image with automatic scrolling.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Printing still images Print (DPOF) DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is a function that you can specify the images of the memory card that you want to print out later. Printing still images You can print still images using the following methods.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Useful viewing functions View Mode You can select the display format for images. Slideshow Images are automatically played back in succession. Rotate A still image can be rotated. Use this to display a horizontal orientation image in vertical orientation. Protect You can protect recorded images against accidental erasure.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Viewing images on a TV Viewing an image on a Standard Definition (SD) TV You can view images recorded on the camera in standard picture quality by connecting the camera to a Standard Definition (SD) TV.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Setup menu Disp. Resolution Adjusts the image quality on the screen for shooting. Beep Selects the sound produced when you operate the camera. Monitor Brightness Selects screen brightness from level 1 to 5. The screen becomes brighter as the number rises. Language Setting Selects the language to be used in menu items, warnings and messages. Initialize Initializes settings to the default setting.
Eye-Fi You can use the upload function by using a commercially available Eye-Fi card. Power Save Sets the length of time until the screen goes dark and the time until the camera turns off. Format Formats the memory card or the internal memory. Create REC.Folder Creates a folder in a memory card for recording images. Change REC.Folder Changes the folder in the memory card that is currently used for recording images. Delete REC.Folder Deletes a folder for recording images in a memory card.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Recommended computer environment Recommended computer environment Notes on use 4-488-060-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 44
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Using the software PlayMemories Home Music Transfer Installing PlayMemories Home Software for Mac Notes on use 4-488-060-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 45
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Connecting the camera to the computer Connecting the camera to the computer Importing images to a computer PlayMemories Home allows you to easily import images. Disconnecting the camera from the computer Disconnects the camera from the computer.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Precautions Precautions Backup of various settings, date and time Battery pack Notes on charging the battery pack Memory card Notes on use 4-488-060-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 47
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 On cleaning On cleaning Notes on use 4-488-060-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 48
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Number of still images and recordable time of movies Number of still images Recordable time of movies Notes on use 4-488-060-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 49
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Using the camera abroad Using the camera abroad On TV color systems Notes on use 4-488-060-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 50
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 About this camera License Notes on use 4-488-060-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 51
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Trademarks Trademarks Notes on use 4-488-060-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 52
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 If you have problems If you have problems If you experience trouble with the camera, try the following solutions.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Battery pack and power Cannot insert the battery pack into the camera Cannot turn on the camera Power turns off suddenly Remaining charge indicator is incorrect Charge lamp of the camera flashes while charging the battery Battery is not charged even if the Charge lamp turns off and charging is finished Notes on use 4-488-060-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 54
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Shooting still images/movies Cannot record images Image is blurred Image is out of focus Zoom does not work Cannot select the Face Detection function Flash does not work Fuzzy white circular spots appear in images shot using flash Close-up shoot function (Macro) does not work Date and time are not displayed on the screen F value and shutter speed flash when you press and hold the shutter button halfway down Image colors are not correct White or pur
Dots appear and remain on the screen Cannot shoot images in succession Same image is shot several times Notes on use 4-488-060-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 56
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Viewing images Cannot play back images Date and time are not displayed Cannot display images in index mode Cannot hear music during slideshow Notes on use 4-488-060-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 57
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Computers Your computer does not recognize the camera Cannot import images Image and sound are interrupted by noise when you view a movie on a computer Images once exported to a computer cannot be viewed on the camera Notes on use 4-488-060-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 58
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Memory card You have formatted a memory card by mistake Images are recorded on internal memory even when a memory card is inserted into the camera Notes on use 4-488-060-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 59
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Internal memory Cannot play back or record images using internal memory Cannot copy stored data in internal memory to a memory card Cannot copy memory card data or computer data to internal memory Notes on use 4-488-060-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 60
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Printing Images are printed with both edges cut off Cannot print images with date Notes on use 4-488-060-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 61
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Others The lens gets fogged Camera turns off with the lens portion extended Camera becomes warm when you use it for a long time Clock Set screen appears when you turn on the camera Date or time is incorrect Notes on use 4-488-060-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 62
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Warning indicators and messages Messages Notes on use 4-488-060-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 63
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Situations this camera has difficulty handling Situations this camera has difficulty handling Notes on use 4-488-060-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 64
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Names of parts 65
1. Mode dial 2. Shutter button 3. For shooting: W/T (Zoom) lever For viewing: (Index) lever / 4. Self-timer lamp/AF illuminator 5. Lens 6. Flash 7. Finder adjustment dial 8. Flash pop-up button 9. Hook for shoulder strap 10. Speaker 11. USB A/V OUT terminal 12. View finder 13. LCD screen 14. MENU button 15. Microphone 16. FINDER/MONITOR button 17. ON/OFF (Power) button 18. REC button 19. Control button 20. (Delete) button 21. (Playback) button 22. Battery insertion slot 23. Battery eject lever 24.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 List of icons displayed on the screen List of shooting mode icons List of viewing mode icons 1 Battery charge remaining Low battery warning , , , , , Image size/Panorama image size/Movie size , , , , , , , , , , Picture Effect , , 67 , , , ,
Bracket Shooting , , , Bracket Setting , , , , , , Shooting mode , , , , , , , Scene Selection , , , , , , , Scene Recognition icon , , , , , , White Balance , Metering Mode , , , , , , , Vibration warning , DRO Cont. Shooting Settings , Zoom scaling , 2 Tracking focus AE/AF lock ISO400 ISO number NR slow shutter 125 Shutter speed F4.0 Aperture value +2.
2014-1-1 9:30 AM Recorded date/time of the playback image 3 Recording folder Playback folder 96 Number of recordable images 100Min Recordable time , Recording media/Playback media (Memory card, internal memory) , , , , , Eye-Fi Mode display AF Illuminator , , , Flash mode Red-eye reduction Flash charging 12/12 Image number/Number of images recorded in selected date range, folder , , Changing folder 4 , , Self-timer , Face detection , Database file full/Database file error Destination Histogram Overheat
, , , AF range finder frame Spot metering cross-hairs Protect Print order (DPOF) ×2.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Using the shoulder strap Attaches the strap and place it over your shoulder to prevent the camera from damage by being dropped. 1. Attach both tips of the strap.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Using internal memory The camera has approximately 55 MB of internal memory. You can record images on internal memory when there is no memory card inserted in the camera. When a memory card is inserted [Recording]: Images are recorded on the memory card. [Playback]: Images on the memory card are played back. [Menu, Settings, etc.]: Various functions can be performed on images on the memory card.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Using the control button The following functions are located on the up/down/right/left side of the control button: Timer), (Exposure Compensation) and (Flash). Press the control button toward each icon to enter the setup screen for each function. Moving the selection frame on the MENU screen, etc. Press the up/down/right/left side of the control button to move the selection frame.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Using MENU items (Shooting) You can select various shooting functions easily from the MENU button. 1. Press the ON/OFF (Power) button and set the camera to shooting mode. 2. Press the MENU button to display the Menu screen. 3. Select the desired menu item with 4. Press / / / on the control button. on the control button.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Using MENU items (Viewing) You can select various viewing functions easily from the MENU button. 1. Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2. Press the MENU button to display the Menu screen. 3. Select the desired menu item with 4. Press / / / on the control button. on the control button.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Changing camera settings You can change settings on the [Settings] screen. 1. Press the MENU button to display the Menu screen. 2. Select (Settings) with / on the control button, then press 3. Select the desired category by using 4. Select the desired setting, then press / / / , then press to display the setup screen. to display the setup screen. . Note [Shooting Settings] appears only when settings have been entered from shooting mode.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Shooting still images 1. Set the mode dial to (Intelligent Auto), then press the ON/OFF (Power) button. 2. Hold the camera steady to determine the composition of the still image. 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 1 cm (0.03 ft.) (W), 350 cm (11.48 ft.) (T) (from lens).
Hint When the camera cannot focus automatically, the focus indicator flashes and the beep does not sound. Either recompose the shot or change the focus setting. Focusing may be difficult in the following situations: It is dark and the subject is distant. Contrast between the subject and the background is poor. Subject is seen through glass. Subject is moving quickly. There is reflective light or shiny surfaces. Subject is backlit or there is a flashing light.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Shooting movies 1. Set the mode dial to (Movie Mode), then press the ON/OFF (Power) button. 2. Press the MOVIE button to start recording. 3. Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording. Note The operating sound of the lens may be recorded when the zoom function operates while shooting a movie. For details on the continuous shooting, see "Recordable time of movies". When shooting stops, you can press the MOVIE button again to restart shooting.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 List of mode dial functions Sets the mode dial to the desired function. (Intelligent Auto): You can shoot still images with settings adjusted automatically. (Program Auto): You can shoot with exposure adjusted automatically (both shutter speed and aperture value (F value)). Also you can select various settings using the menu. (Aperture Priority Shooting): You can shoot after adjusting aperture value (F value) manually.
Shutter Speed Priority Shooting Manual Exposure Shooting Shooting movies Shooting panoramic images Scene Selection Notes on use 4-488-060-11(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation 81
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Intelligent Auto You can shoot still images with settings adjusted automatically. 1. Set the mode dial to (Intelligent Auto). 2. Shoot with the shutter button.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Scene Recognition Scene Recognition operates in Intelligent Auto mode. This function lets the camera automatically recognize shooting conditions and shoot the image. In Scene Recognition, the position of an icon displayed on the screen is different depending on the circumstances. It depends on whether the camera recognizes a scene or condition.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Program Auto You can shoot with exposure adjusted automatically (both shutter speed and aperture value). Also you can select various settings using the menu. 1. Set the mode dial to (Program Auto). 2. Shoot with the shutter button.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Shooting panoramic images You can create a panoramic image from composite images. 1. Open the menu and select (Sweep Panorama) from the shooting modes. 2. Align the camera with the end of the subject to be shot and press the shutter button fully. 3. Pan the camera to the end of the guide (A), following the indicator on the screen.
Vertical direction Horizontal direction First press the shutter button halfway so that you can lock focus and exposure. Then press the shutter button fully down and pan or tilt the camera. If a section with greatly varied shapes or scenery is concentrated along a screen edge, the image composition may fail. In such a case, adjust the frame composition so that the section is in the center of the image, then shoot again.
There is too much camera shake.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Scene Selection You can shoot with preset settings according to the scene. 1. Set the mode dial to 2. Select the desired mode - (Scene Selection). on the control button. If you want to select another Scene Selection mode, select from MENU. (Portrait): You can shoot images with a softer atmosphere for portraits and flowers, etc. (Landscape): Allows easy shooting of distant scenes by focusing in the distance.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Shutter Speed Priority Shooting By adjusting shutter speed, you can shoot a moving object with a different representation, such as freezing action, or emphasizing movement with its trace. 1. Set the mode dial to 2. Press (Shutter Speed Priority Shooting). on the control button, then select the desired value with / . 3. Focus on your subject and shoot. The aperture value is set automatically to achieve correct exposure.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Aperture Priority Shooting You can adjust focus range or degree of background defocus. 1. Set the mode dial to (Aperture Priority Shooting). 2. Press on the control button, then select the desired value with / . Decrease the aperture value: foreground and background are not focused. Increase the aperture value: foreground and background are clearly focused. 3. Focus on your subject and shoot.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Manual Exposure Shooting You can shoot at your favorite exposure by manually setting shutter speed and aperture value. 1. Set the mode dial to 2. Press 3. Press (Manual Exposure Shooting). on the control button. / to select the desired shutter speed, and press / to select the aperture (F value). Select a shutter speed from 1/2000 seconds to 30 seconds. When zoom is set fully to W, you can select an aperture of F3.4 or F8.1.
button is pressed halfway down. You can shoot in this condition, but exposure readjustment is recommended. You cannot select shutter speed and aperture (F value) when the self-timer is set to [Self-portrait One Person] or [Self-portrait Two People].
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Zoom You can enlarge the image when shooting. The camera's optical zoom function can enlarge images up to 63×. 1. Turn the W/T (zoom) lever to the T side to zoom in, W side to zoom out. Note Zoom is locked to the W side in Sweep Panorama mode. The operating sound of the lens is recorded when the zoom function operates while shooting a movie.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Digital Zoom Selects digital zoom mode. The camera enlarges the image using optical zoom (up to 63×). When the zoom scale is exceeded, the camera uses either smart or precision digital zoom. 1. Set the camera to shooting mode. 2.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 DISP (Display Setting) Sets the display setting mode. 1. Press (Display Setting) on the control button. 2. Select the desired mode with the control button. (OFF): Displays only images. (Detailed Info): Displays information. Exif data for the recorded image and the histogram are also displayed. (ON)(Default setting): Displays information. Histogram A histogram is a graph showing the brightness of an image.
1. Press (Display Setting) on the control button, then select [Detailed Info]. Note The histogram also appears when playing back a single image, but you cannot adjust exposure. The histogram does not appear when: Recording/playing back movies Viewing vertical orientation images Rotating still images Shooting/viewing in [Sweep Panorama] The histogram may not appear for images recorded using other cameras.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Flash When shooting in low light or backlit conditions, you can brighten the subject by using flash. In addition, the flash helps to reduce camera shake. 1. Press the flash unit pop-up button to raise the flash. When the flash unit is not raised, the flash mode is set to 2. Press (Off) automatically. You cannot change the setting. (Flash) on the control button. 3. Select the desired mode with the control button.
You cannot use flash during burst shooting. (Advanced Flash) can be selected only in [Intelligent Auto] mode. When (Advanced Flash) is selected, the maximum size of [Still Image Size] is [5M]. If [Still Image Size] is set to larger than [5M], [Still Image Size] is set to [5M] automatically. When shooting with flash and zoom is set to W, the shadow of the lens may appear on the screen, depending on shooting conditions. If this happens, set the zoom to T and shoot with flash again.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Image size Image size determines the size of the image file that is recorded when you take an 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 recorded. 1. MENU - (Still Image Size) - desired size Still Image Size (Horizontal × Vertical) and usage guidelines (5152×3864)(Default setting): For prints up to A3+ size.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Image size when shooting Sweep Panorama Sets the image size of Sweep Panorama. The image size varies depending on the panorama shooting direction. 1. MENU - (Panorama Image Size) - desired size (Standard)(Default setting): (Horizontal: 4912 × 1080) (Vertical: 3424 × 1920) Shoots images using standard size. (Wide): (Horizontal: 7152 × 1080) (Vertical: 4912 × 1920) Shoots images using wide size.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Image size when shooting movies The larger the size of the movie image, the higher the image quality. The higher the amount of data used per second (average bit-rate), the smoother the playback image. Movies shot with this camera are recorded in MPEG-4 format, at approximately 30 frames/sec, in progressive mode, with AAC audio, mp4 format. 1.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Focus You can change the focus method. Use the menu when it is difficult to get proper focus in auto focus mode. AF stands for "Auto Focus," a function that adjusts focus automatically. The selected AF range finder frame appears on the screen. 1. MENU - (Focus) - desired mode (Multi AF)(Default setting): Focuses on a subject in all ranges of the finder frame automatically.
When you use [Digital Zoom] or [AF Illuminator], the AF range finder frame is disabled and appears in a dotted line. In this case, the camera works to focus on the subjects at the center of the screen. If tracking focus is activated, the camera focuses with priority on the subject to be tracked. Focusing on subjects near the edge of the screen If the subject is out of focus, do as follows: 1.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 TRACKING FOCUS Tracks the subject and adjusts focus automatically even when the subject is moving. 1. Point the camera at the subject, and press The target frame appears. on the control button. 2. Place the target frame over the subject you want to focus on, and press Tracking begins. . 3. Press the shutter button to shoot the image.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Easy Mode Allows you to shoot still images using the minimum necessary functions. The text size increases and indicators become easier to see. 1. MENU - (Easy Mode) - on the control button 2. [OK] 3. Shoot with the shutter button. To end Easy Mode, MENU - [Exit Easy Mode]. Note The battery power may decrease faster because the screen brightness increases automatically. Scene Recognition Scene Recognition operates in Easy Mode.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Shooting Direction in Sweep Panorama Sets the direction in which the camera will be panned when shooting in Sweep Panorama mode. 1. MENU - (Shooting Direction) - desired direction (Right)(Default setting): Pan from left to right. (Left): Pan from right to left. (Up): Pan from down to up. (Down): Pan from up to down. Note [Up] and [Down] cannot be selected when [Image Size] is set to [360°].
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 AF Illuminator The AF illuminator supplies fill light to focus more easily on a subject in dark surroundings. The AF illuminator emits red light allowing the camera to focus easily when the shutter button is pressed halfway, until focus is locked. The indicator appears at this time. 1. Set the camera to shooting mode. 2.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Exposure Compensation You can adjust exposure manually in 1/3 EV steps in a range of –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV. 1. on the control button - desired Exposure Compensation Adjusting exposure for better looking images A: Overexposure (too much light) B: Correct exposure C: Underexposure (too little light) When the image shot is overexposed, adjust [Exposure Compensation] to the minus side.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Metering Mode Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine exposure. 1. MENU - (Metering Mode) - desired mode (Multi)(Default setting): Divides into multiple regions and measures each region. The camera determines a well-balanced exposure (Multi-pattern metering). (Center): Measures the center of the image, and determines exposure based on the brightness of the subject there (Centerweighted metering).
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Cont. Shooting Settings You can select Single Shooting or Continuous Shooting as the shooting mode. 1. MENU - (Cont. Shooting Settings) - desired mode (Single Shooting)(Default setting): Shoots a single image. (Continuous Shooting): Shoots up to 100 frames and up to approximately 0.71 frames per second when you continue to hold down the shutter button. Note [Flash] is set to [Off].
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Self-Timer You can shoot with a 10-second or 2-second delay using the self-timer. 1. Press (Self-Timer) on the control button. 2. Select the desired mode with the control button. (Off)(Default setting): Does not use the self-timer. (10sec): Sets the self-timer to a 10-second delay. When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes and a beep sounds until the shutter operates. To cancel, press again.
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Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Bracket Setting You can set the type of bracket shooting. In bracket shooting mode, you can record a series of 3 images with the setting changed. You can select the most suitable image afterwards. 1. MENU - (Bracket Setting) - desired mode (Off)(Default setting): Does not use bracket shooting. (EXP±0.3) : (EXP±0.7) : (EXP±1.0): Records a series of 3 images with the exposure shifted in the following order: standard, dark, and bright.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 DRO Analyzes the shooting scene and automatically corrects brightness and contrast to improve image quality. DRO stands for "Dynamic Range Optimizer," a function that automatically optimizes the difference between light and dark parts of an image. 1. MENU - (DRO) - desired mode (Off): Does not adjust. (DRO Standard)(Default setting): Adjusts brightness and contrast of images automatically.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 ISO Selects luminous sensitivity when the camera is set to Program Auto. In Movie mode, [ISO] is fixed to [Auto]. 1. MENU - (ISO) - desired mode (Auto)(Default setting): Sets ISO sensitivity automatically. / / / / / / : You can reduce image blurring in dark locations or with moving subjects by increasing ISO sensitivity (select a larger number).
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 White Balance Color tones are adjusted according to surrounding light conditions. Use this function if image color appears unnatural. 1. MENU - (White Balance) - desired mode (Auto)(Default setting): Adjusts white balance automatically so that colors appear natural. (Daylight): Adjusts for outdoors conditions on a fine day, evening views, night scenes, neon signs, fireworks, etc. (Cloudy): Adjusts for a cloudy sky or a shady location.
screen is displayed again. Note If the indicator flashes while shooting, white balance is either not set or cannot be set. Use automatic white balance. Do not shake or strike the camera while [One Push Set] is in progress. When flash mode is set to [On]or [Slow Synchro], white balance is adjusted to the condition with the flash emitting.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Picture Effect You can shoot a still image with original texture, according to the desired effect. 1. Set the mode dial to (Program Auto), (Manual Exposure Shooting). 2. MENU - (Shutter Speed Priority Shooting), (Aperture Priority Shooting) or (Picture Effect) - desired mode If you want to select another Picture Effect mode, select from MENU. 3. Shoot with the shutter button. (Off): Does not use Picture Effect.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Color hue When you select [Toy camera] in Picture Effect , adjusts color hue. 1. MENU - (Color hue) - desired mode (Normal)(Default setting): Adds a normal hue and darkens the surroundings. (Cool hue): Adds a cool bluish hue and darkens the surroundings. (Warm hue): Adds a warm reddish hue and darkens the surroundings. (Green hue): Adds a green filter-like hue and darkens the surroundings.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Extracted Color When you select [Partial Color] in [Picture Effect], select the color to extract. 1. MENU - (Extracted Color) - desired mode (Red)(Default setting): Extracts red only. (Green): Extracts green only. (Blue): Extracts blue only. (Yellow): Extracts yellow only. Note Images may not retain the selected color, depending on the subject.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Face Detection When the Face Detection function is used, the camera detects the faces of your subjects and adjusts the focus, flash, exposure, white balance and red-eye reduction settings automatically. 1. MENU - (Face Detection) - desired mode (Off): Cannot use Face Detection. (Auto)(Default setting): Selects the face the camera is to automatically focus on.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Red Eye Reduction The flash strobes two or more times before shooting to reduce the red-eye phenomenon when using flash. 1. Set the camera to shooting mode. 2. MENU - (Settings) - (Shooting Settings) - [Red Eye Reduction] - desired mode - Auto(Default setting): When the Face Detection function is activated, the flash strobes automatically to reduce the red-eye phenomenon. On: The flash always strobes to reduce the red-eye phenomenon.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Write Date Sets whether to record a shooting date on the still image. 1. Set the camera to shooting mode. 2. MENU - (Settings) - (Shooting Settings) - [Write Date] - desired mode - On: Records a shooting date. When [On] is selected, the mark will appear on the screen while shooting. However, in some shooting modes that cannot record dates on images, the mark will disappear. Off(Default setting): Does not record a shooting date.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Grid Line With reference to grid lines, you can easily set a subject in a horizontal/vertical position. 1. Set the camera to shooting mode. 2. MENU - (Settings) - (Shooting Settings) - [Grid Line] - desired mode - On: Displays grid lines. The grid lines are not recorded. Off(Default setting): Does not display grid lines.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Viewing still images You can play back still images. 1. Set the camera to playback mode. 2. Select the desired image using the control button. Hint Viewing images taken with a different camera If the camera detects images not registered in the Image Database File on the memory card, a registration screen with the message "Files found which were not recognized Import files" will be displayed.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Playback zoom You can enlarge the image being played back. 1. Set the camera to playback mode. 2. Turn the W/T (zoom) lever to the T side ( ) during still image playback. The image is enlarged to twice the previous size, at the center of the image. 3. Adjust the position using / / / on the control button. The frame in the lower left of the image shows which part of the total image is being displayed. 4. Change the zoom scale with the W/T (zoom) lever.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Image Index When you play back images, you can display multiple images at the same time. 1. Set the camera to playback mode. 2. Turn the W/T (zoom) lever to the W side ( ) to display the image index screen. Turn the lever again to display an index screen with more images. Turn the lever yet again to view images with the Calendar while playing back in [Date View]. 3.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Deleting images You can select and delete unwanted images. You can also delete images from the MENU button. 1. Set the camera to playback mode. 2. (Delete) button - operate in accordance with the screen. All in This Folder: Deletes all images in the selected date range or folder at once. All Images on This Date: Deletes all images in the selected date range or folder at once. Multiple Images: 1.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Viewing movies You can play back recorded movies. 1. Select the desired movie you want to play back using the control button. 2. Press to play back. Action during movie playback : Pause/Play : Fast forward : Fast rewind : Displays the volume control screen. Adjust the volume using screen disappears. / and determine with Note You may not be able to play back some movies shot using other cameras.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Playing back panoramic images You can view an entire panoramic image with automatic scrolling. 1. Select the desired panoramic image using the control button. 2. Press to play back. (A): Shows the displayed area of the whole panorama image To pause the playback, press again. Scroll with / / / . Return to the full view by the W side of the zoom lever.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Print (DPOF) DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is a function that you can specify the images of the memory card that you want to print out later. The (Print order) mark is displayed for registered images. 1. Set the camera to playback mode. 2. MENU - - desired mode - on the control button (This Image): Orders printing the currently displayed image in single-image mode. (Multiple Images): You can select and order multiple images to be printed. 1.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Printing still images You can print still images using the following methods. Printing directly using a printer which supports your memory card type. For details, see the operating instructions supplied with the printer. Printing using a computer You can import images to a computer using the PlayMemories Home software and print the images. You can print images with the date. For details, see the PlayMemories Home Help Guide.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 View Mode You can select the display format for images. 1. Set the camera to playback mode. 2. MENU (View Mode) - desired mode - on the control button (Date View): Displays images by date. (Folder view (Still)): Displays still images. (Folder view (Movie)): Displays MP4-format movies. Note When internal memory is used to record images, View Mode is set to Folder View and still images and movies are displayed in the same folder.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Slideshow Images are automatically played back in succession. 1. Set the camera to playback mode. 2. MENU (Slideshow) - desired slideshow - on the control button (Continuous Playback): Starts playback from the currently displayed image. (Slideshow with music): Plays back still images in succession along with effects and music. Continuous Playback 1. Select the desired image for playing with the control button. 2.
Effects: Selects the playback speed and mood for slideshows. Simple (Default setting): A simple slideshow switching images at a preset interval. The playback interval is adjustable in [Interval] and you can thoroughly enjoy your images. Nostalgic: A moody slideshow reproducing the atmosphere of a movie scene. Stylish: A stylish slideshow proceeding at middle tempo. Active: A high-tempo slideshow suitable for active scene. Music: Specifies the music to be played during slideshows.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Rotate A still image can be rotated. Use this to display a horizontal orientation image in vertical orientation. 1. Set the camera to playback mode. 2. MENU - (Rotate) - on the control button Note You cannot rotate the following images: Movies Protected still images You may not be able to rotate images shot with other cameras. When viewing images on a computer, the image rotation information may not be reflected, depending on the software.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Protect You can protect recorded images against accidental erasure. The mark is displayed for registered images. 1. Set the camera to playback mode. 2. MENU - (Protect) - desired mode - on the control button (This Image): Protects the currently displayed image in single-image mode. (Multiple Images): You can select and protect multiple images. 1. After step 2, select an image to be protected, then press .
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Viewing an image on a Standard Definition (SD) TV You can view images recorded on the camera in standard picture quality by connecting the camera to a Standard Definition (SD) TV. Refer also to the operating instructions supplied with the TV. 1. Turn off the power of the camera and the TV. 2. Connect the USB / A/V OUT terminal (A) and audio/video input jacks on the TV (B) using the dedicated A/V cable VMC-15CSR1 (sold separately) (C). 3.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Disp. Resolution Adjusts the image quality on the screen for shooting. 1. MENU - (Settings) - (Shooting Settings) - [Disp. Resolution] - desired mode - High(Default setting): Displays the image on the screen in high image quality. Standard: Displays the image on the screen in standard image quality. Note The battery power may decrease faster when [Disp. Resolution] is set to [High]. In Sweep Panorama and Movie Mode, [Disp.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Beep Selects the sound produced when you operate the camera. 1. MENU - (Settings) - (Main Settings) - [Beep] - desired mode - Shutter: Turns on the shutter sound when you press the shutter button. On(Default setting): Turns on the beep/shutter sound when you press the control button/shutter button. Off: Turns off the beep/shutter sound.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Monitor Brightness Selects screen brightness from level 1 to 5. The screen becomes brighter as the number rises. When you use the camera in bright outside light, select a higher number to see the screen easier. 1. MENU - (Settings) - (Main Settings) - [Monitor Brightness] - desired mode - Note The brighter the screen, the faster the battery pack runs out. The screen grows dark if you do not operate the camera while the power is on.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Language Setting Selects the language to be used in menu items, warnings and messages. 1.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Initialize Initializes settings to the default setting. Even if you execute this function, images are retained. 1. MENU - (Settings) - (Main Settings) - [Initialize] - [OK] - Note Be sure not to remove the battery pack while initializing.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Function Guide You can select whether or not the function guide is displayed when you operate the camera. 1. MENU - (Settings) - (Main Settings) - [Function Guide] - desired mode - On(Default setting): Off: Sets whether to display the function guide.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Video Out Sets the video signal output according to the TV color system of the connected video equipment. The TV color systems differ depending on the country and region. To view images on a TV screen, check the TV color system of the country or region of use. 1. MENU - (Settings) - (Main Settings) - [Video Out] - desired mode - NTSC: Sets the video output signal to NTSC mode (e.g., for the USA, Japan).
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 USB Connect Setting Sets how to make a USB connection when connecting the camera to a computer, etc. 1. MENU - (Settings) - (Main Settings) - [USB Connect Setting] - desired mode - Mass Storage(Default setting): Establishes a Mass Storage connection between the camera and a computer or other USB device.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 USB Power Supply Sets whether to use the USB power supply function when the camera is connected to a computer or USB device using the dedicated USB cable (supplied). 1. MENU - (Settings) - (Main Settings) - [USB Power Supply] - desired mode - On(Default setting): Uses [USB Power Supply] function when a USB connection is established. Off: Does not use [USB Power Supply] function when a USB connection is established.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 LUN Setting Sets USB connection mode when connecting the camera to a computer, etc. 1. MENU - (Settings) - (Main Settings) - [LUN Setting] - desired mode - Multi(Default setting): Images both on the memory card and in internal memory are displayed. Select this setting when you connect the camera to a computer.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Eye-Fi You can use the upload function by using a commercially available Eye-Fi card. The menu screen of the auto upload function is displayed only when the Eye-Fi card is inserted in the memory card slot of the camera. 1. MENU - (Settings) - (Main Settings) - [Eye-Fi] - desired mode - On(Default setting): Enables the upload function. The Eye-Fi mode display icon on the screen will change depending on the communication mode of the Eye-Fi card.
Wireless LAN communication may be interrupted by other communication devices. If data reception is insufficient, move the camera closer to the access point. Some Eye-Fi cards have an "Endless Memory Mode." This product does not support "Endless Memory Mode." Make sure that Eye-Fi cards that you insert into this product have "Endless Memory Mode" turned off. For details on setting "Endless Memory Mode", refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Eye-Fi card.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Power Save Sets the length of time until the screen goes dark and the time until the camera turns off. If you do not operate the camera for a certain period of time while the power is on using the battery pack, the screen goes dark and the camera later turns off automatically to prevent wearing down the battery pack (Auto power-off function). 1.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Format Formats the memory card or the internal memory. When you use a memory card with this camera for the first time, it is recommended to format the card using the camera for stable performance of the memory card before shooting. Note that formatting permanently erases all data on the memory card, and is unrecoverable. Save precious data on a computer, etc. 1.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Create REC.Folder Creates a folder in a memory card for recording images. Images are recorded in the newly created folder until you create another folder or select another recording folder. 1. MENU - (Settings) - (Memory Card Tool) - [Create REC.Folder] - [OK] - Hint On folders After a new folder is created, you can change the storage destination folder. Note This item is not displayed when internal memory is used to record images.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Change REC.Folder Changes the folder in the memory card that is currently used for recording images. 1. MENU - (Settings) - 2. Select a folder with / (Memory Card Tool) - [Change REC.Folder] on the control button. 3. [OK] - Note This item is not displayed when the internal memory is used to record images. You cannot select a folder with a number that has only " MSDCF" or " You cannot move recorded images to another folder.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Delete REC.Folder Deletes a folder for recording images in a memory card. 1. MENU - (Settings) - 2. Select a folder with / (Memory Card Tool) - [Delete REC.Folder] on the control button. 3. [OK] - Note This item is not displayed when internal memory is used to record images. If you delete the folder set as the recording folder using [Delete REC.Folder], the folder that has the largest folder number is selected as the next recording folder.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Copy Copies all images in the internal memory to a memory card. 1. Insert a memory card with sufficient free capacity into the camera. 2. MENU - (Settings) - (Memory Card Tool) - [Copy] - [OK] - Note Make sure there is sufficient battery power. Otherwise, the battery power may run out when you attempt to copy image files, causing the copy to fail and possibly corrupt the data. Images cannot be copied individually.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 File Number Selects the method used to assign file numbers to images. 1. MENU - (Settings) - (Memory Card Tool) - [File Number] - desired mode - Series(Default setting): Assigns sequential numbers to files even if the recording folder or the memory card is changed. (When the replaced memory card contains a file with a number higher than the last assigned number, the higher number is incremented and assigned.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Area Setting Sets the area in which you are using this camera. 1. MENU - (Settings) - (Clock Settings) - [Area Setting] - desired mode - [OK] - Home(Default setting): Uses the camera in your area. When the currently set area differs from your home area, you must make the Area Setting. Destination: Uses the camera set to the time at your destination. Set the destination area.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Date & Time Setting Sets date and time again. 1. MENU - (Settings) - (Clock Settings) - [Date & Time Setting] - desired mode - 2. Set the numeric value and desired setting with / / / on the control button. 3. [OK] Date & Time Format: You can select the date and time display format. Summer Time: You can select Summer Time [On]/[Off]. Date & Time: You can set date and time.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Recommended computer environment You can check the system requirements for software at the following URL. www.sony.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 PlayMemories Home Below are examples of functions available when you use PlayMemories Home. You can import images recorded on the camera to a computer. You can play back images stored on the computer and the camera. You can share images using the PlayMemories Online. Below are examples of functions available when you use Windows. You can display images stored on a computer by shooting date in a calendar display.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Music Transfer Music Transfer allows you to replace Music files provided in the camera at the factory with your favorite tracks, and to delete and add Music files. You can also restore tracks stored at the factory to your camera. Download the software from the following URL and install it on your computer. Windows: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Win/ Mac: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/ The following track types can be imported using Music Transfer.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Installing PlayMemories Home 1. Using the Internet browser on your computer, go to the following URL, then install PlayMemories Home. www.sony.net/pm/ Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation. When the installation is completed, PlayMemories Home will start. If the software PMB (Picture Motion Browser) has already been installed on your computer, it will be overwritten by PlayMemories Home during the installation.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Software for Mac For details on software for Mac, access the following URL: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/ Note The available software varies depending on the area.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Connecting the camera to the computer 1. Insert the fully charged battery in the camera. 2. Power on the camera and the computer. 3. Connect the camera to your computer using the dedicated USB cable (supplied) (A). Note When connecting the camera to a computer using the dedicated USB cable, power feeding from the computer starts if [USB Power Supply] is set to [On]. ([On] is the default setting.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Importing images to a computer PlayMemories Home allows you to easily import images. For details on PlayMemories Home functions, see the PlayMemories Home Help Guide. Importing images to a Windows computer without using PlayMemories Home When the AutoPlay Wizard appears after making a USB connection between the camera and a computer, click [Open folder to view files] - [OK] - [DCIM] or [MP_ROOT] copy the desired images to the computer.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Disconnecting the camera from the computer Disconnects the camera from the computer. Perform procedures from step 1 to 2 below before performing the following operations: Disconnecting the cable. Removing a memory card. Turning off the camera. 1. Click on the task tray, then click For Windows Vista, click (disconnect icon). on the task tray. 2. Click the confirmation message displayed on the screen.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Precautions Internal memory and memory card back up Do not turn off the camera, remove the battery pack, or remove the memory card while the access lamp is lit. Otherwise, the internal memory data or the memory card may be damaged. Be sure to make a backup copy to protect your data.
(Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). Sony does not guarantee that the camera will play back images recorded or edited with other equipment, or that other equipment will play back images recorded with the camera. Notes on the screen and lens The screen is manufactured using extremely high-precision technology so over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, some tiny black and/or bright dots (white, red, blue or green) may appear on the screen.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Backup of various settings, date and time The rechargeable backup battery is continually charged as long as you are using the camera. However, if you use the camera for only short periods, it discharges gradually, and if you do not use the camera at all for about 3 months it becomes completely discharged. In this case, be sure to charge the rechargeable backup battery before using the camera.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Battery pack On charging the battery pack Charge the battery pack (supplied) before using the camera for the first time. You can charge the battery pack even if it is not completely discharged. In addition, even if the battery pack is not fully charged, you can use the partially charged capacity of the battery pack as is. We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F).
pack’s function, charge the battery pack and then fully discharge it in the camera at least once a year while storing. To use the battery pack up, leave the camera in slideshow playback mode until the power goes off. To prevent staining the terminal, short-circuiting, etc., be sure to use a plastic bag, etc. to keep away from metal materials when carrying or storing. On battery life Battery life is limited. Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Notes on charging the battery pack The supplied AC Adaptor is dedicated to this camera. Do not connect with other electronic devices. Doing so may cause a malfunction. Also, make sure to use a genuine Sony AC Adaptor. If the Charge lamp of the camera flashes during charging, remove the battery pack being charged, and then insert the same battery pack into the camera securely again.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Memory card Memory card Memory card can be used in the camera is listed below.
Do not strike, bend or drop the memory card. Do not disassemble or modify the memory card. Do not expose the memory card to water. Do not leave the memory card within the reach of small children. They might accidentally swallow it. Be aware that the memory card will be hot immediately after it has been used for a long time. Insert a memory card that fits the memory card slot size. Otherwise, it will cause a malfunction.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 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 any cleaners that contain organic solvents such as benzine or thinner. When you need to clean the lens surface, remove dust with a blower (commercially available).
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Number of still images The number of still images may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the memory card.
32 GB: 185000 64 GB: 370000 Image Size 16:9 (15M) Internal memory 55 MB: 7 2 GB: 330 4 GB: 660 8 GB: 1300 16 GB: 2600 32 GB: 5250 64 GB: 10000 Image Size 16:9 (2M) Internal memory 55 MB: 54 2 GB: 1800 4 GB: 3650 8 GB: 7300 16 GB: 14500 32 GB: 29000 64 GB: 58000 Note Even if the number of remaining shootable images is greater than 9,999, the ">9999" indicator appears. When an image shot with other cameras is played back on this camera, the image may not appear in the actual image size.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Recordable time of movies The table below shows the approximate maximum recording times. These are the total times for all movie files. Recordable time may vary depending on shooting conditions and the memory card.
The recordable time of movies varies because the camera is equipped with VBR (Variable Bit Rate), which automatically adjusts image quality depending on the shooting scene. When you record a fast-moving subject, the image is clearer but the recordable time is shorter because more memory is required for recording. Recordable time also varies depending on shooting conditions, subject or image quality/size settings.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Using the camera abroad You can use the AC Adaptor (supplied) in any country or region where the power supply is within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50 Hz/60 Hz. Note An electronic voltage transformer is unnecessary and its use may cause a malfunction.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 On TV color systems To view movies shot using this camera on a television, the camera and television must use the same color television system. NTSC system Bahama Islands, Bolivia, Canada, Central America, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Jamaica, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Peru, Surinam, Taiwan, the Philippines, the U.S.A., Venezuela, etc.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 License Notes on the License This camera 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 camera.
Help Guide How to use Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Trademarks The following marks are trademarks of Sony Corporation. , Cyber-Shot, , Memory Stick, , Memory Stick PRO, , Memory Stick Duo, , Memory Stick PRO Duo, , Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, , Memory Stick XCHG Duo, , Memory Stick Micro, , MagicGate, PlayMemories Online, PlayMemories Online logo, PlayMemories Home, PlayMemories Home logo.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 If you have problems If you experience trouble with the camera, try the following solutions. 1. Check items under "Troubleshooting", then check your camera. 2. Remove the battery pack, wait for about one minute, re-insert the battery pack, then turn on the power. 3. Initialize settings. 4. Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Cannot insert the battery pack into the camera Make sure the direction of the battery pack is correct, and insert it until the battery eject lever is locked.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Cannot turn on the camera After inserting the battery pack into the camera, it may take a few moments for the camera to power up. 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. Check that the battery pack type is compatible.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Power turns off suddenly Depending on the camera and battery temperature, the power may turn off automatically to protect the camera. In this case, a message is displayed on the screen before the power turns off. If you do not operate the camera for a certain period of time while the power is on and [Power Save] is set to [Standard] or [Max], the camera turns off automatically to prevent wearing down the battery pack. Turn on the camera again.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Remaining charge indicator is incorrect This is caused when you use the camera 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.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Charge lamp of the camera flashes while charging the battery Check that the battery pack type is compatible. The Charge lamp of the camera flashes infrequently when you use a battery pack that has not been used for a long time. In such cases, remove the battery pack from the camera and re-insert it. For details, see "Battery pack".
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Battery is not charged even if the Charge lamp turns off and charging is finished This happens when you charge the battery pack in an extremely hot or cold location. Charge the battery pack within the proper charging temperature range of between 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F).
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Cannot record images Check the free capacity of internal memory or memory card. If it is full, do one of the following: Delete unnecessary images. Change the memory card. You cannot record images while charging the flash.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Image is blurred Shoot images after pressing the shutter button halfway down to activate the Steadyshot function. The anti-blur function may not work properly when shooting night scenes. The use of a flash or tripod is recommended since the shutter speed becomes slow.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Image is out of focus The subject is too close. When shooting, make sure to position the lens farther away from the subject than the shortest shooting distance (approximately 1 cm (0.03 ft.) (W)/350 cm (11.48 ft.) (T) from the lens).
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Zoom does not work You cannot use the optical zoom in Sweep Panorama mode. You cannot use the Smart zoom depending on the image size. You cannot use the digital zoom when: [Self-Timer] is set to [Self-portrait One Person] or [Self-portrait Two People].
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Cannot select the Face Detection function You can select Face Detection only when focus mode is set to [Multi AF] and metering mode is set to [Multi].
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Flash does not work Pop up the flash. You cannot use the flash when: [Cont. Shooting Settings] is set to [Continuous Shooting]. [Night Scene] mode, [High Sensitivity] mode or [Fireworks] mode is selected in Scene Selection. Shooting in [Sweep Panorama] Shooting in Movie Mode Set the flash to [On] when Scene Selection mode is set to [Landscape], [Gourmet], [Pet], [Beach] or [Snow] mode.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Fuzzy white circular spots appear in images shot using flash Particles (dust, pollen, etc.) in the air reflected the flash light and appeared in the image. This is not a malfunction.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Close-up shoot function (Macro) does not work The camera automatically adjusts focus. Press and hold the shutter button halfway down. Focus adjustment may take some time when shooting a close subject. [Landscape], [Night Scene] or [Fireworks] mode is selected in Scene Selection.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Date and time are not displayed on the screen While shooting, date and time are not displayed. They are displayed only during playback.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 F value and shutter speed flash when you press and hold the shutter button halfway down The exposure is incorrect. Correct the exposure.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Image colors are not correct Adjust White Balance.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 White or purple streaks appear in bright areas of the subject, or the whole screen of the image becomes reddish This phenomenon is called smearing. This is not a malfunction. Smearing is not recorded on still images, but is recorded as streaks or uneven colors on Sweep Panorama images or movies. ("Bright areas" refers to the sun or electric lights which are much brighter than surroundings.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Noise appears in the image when you view the screen in a dark place The camera is attempting to increase the visibility of the screen by temporarily brightening the image under conditions of low illumination. There is no effect on the recorded image.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Eyes of the subject come out red Set [Red Eye Reduction] to [Auto] or [On]. Shoot the subject at a distance closer than the flash range using flash. Light the room and shoot the subject.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Dots appear and remain on the screen This is not a malfunction. These dots are not recorded.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Cannot shoot images in succession Internal memory or memory card is full. Delete unnecessary images. The battery level is low. Insert a charged battery pack.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Same image is shot several times Set [Cont. Shooting Settings] to [Single Shooting].
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Cannot play back images Make sure that the memory card is fully inserted into the camera. The folder/file name has been changed on your computer. No guarantees are made for playing back, on this camera, files containing images which were processed on a computer or images which were shot using other cameras. The camera is in USB mode. Disconnect the USB connection. Use PlayMemories Home to play images stored on a computer with this camera.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Date and time are not displayed The screen display is set to display images only. Press the (Display Setting) button to display information.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Cannot display images in index mode The camera is set to Easy Mode. Cancel Easy Mode.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Cannot hear music during slideshow Slideshow is played back with [Continuous Playback]. Select [Slideshow with music] and play back. Transfer music files to the camera with Music Transfer.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Your computer does not recognize the camera Set [USB Connect Setting] to [Mass Storage]. Use the dedicated USB cable (supplied). Disconnect the dedicated USB cable from both the computer and the camera, and connect it again firmly. Disconnect all equipment other than the camera, keyboard and mouse from the USB connectors of your computer. Connect the camera directly to your computer without passing through a USB hub or other device.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Cannot import images Connect the camera and your computer correctly making a USB connection. When you shoot images with a memory card formatted by a computer, you may not be able to import the images to a computer. Shoot using a memory card formatted by the camera.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Image and sound are interrupted by noise when you view 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.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Images once exported to a computer cannot be viewed on the camera Use PlayMemories Home to copy images stored on a computer into this camera and view them on the camera.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 You have formatted a memory card by mistake All data on the memory card is deleted by formatting. You cannot restore it.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Images are recorded on internal memory even when a memory card is inserted into the camera Make sure that the memory card is fully inserted into the camera.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Cannot play back or record images using internal memory There is a memory card inserted in the camera. Remove it.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Cannot copy stored data in internal memory to a memory card The memory card is full. Copy to a memory card with sufficient capacity.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Cannot copy memory card data or computer data to internal memory This feature is not available.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Images are printed with both edges cut off Depending on your printer, all edges of the image may be cut off. Especially when you print an image shot with the image size set to [16:9], the lateral end of the image may be cut off. When printing images using your printer, cancel the trimming or borderless settings. Consult the printer manufacturer as to whether the printer provides these functions or not.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Cannot print images with date Select MENU (Settings) (Shooting Settings) - [Write Date] - [On] to insert a date on the image. Make sure that once the date is inserted, you cannot remove that date from the image. Using PlayMemories Home, you can insert the date on still images that have been recorded without a date.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 The lens gets fogged Moisture condensation has occurred. Turn off the camera and leave it for about an hour before using it.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Camera turns off with the lens portion extended Do not attempt to force lens that has stopped moving. Insert a charged battery pack, then turn the camera on again.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Camera becomes warm when you use it for a long time Leave the camera for a while with the power turned off. This is not a malfunction.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Clock Set screen appears when you turn on the camera Set the date and time again. The internal rechargeable backup battery has discharged. Insert a charged battery, and set aside for 24 hours or more with the power left off.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Date or time is incorrect The Area Setting is set to a different location than your current location. Change the setting by MENU (Clock Settings) - [Area Setting].
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Messages The battery level is low. Charge the battery pack immediately. Depending on the conditions of use or the type of battery pack, the indicator may flash even though there are still 5 minutes to 10 minutes of remaining battery time left. System error. Turn on the device again. Turn the power off and then on again. Internal memory error Turn the power off and then on again. Reinsert the memory card that you were using.
switch to the recording position. This is a read- only memory card. The camera cannot record or delete images on this memory card. No images No images that can be played back have been recorded in internal memory. No images that can be played back have been recorded in this folder of the memory card. No still images The selected folder or date does not contain a file that can be played back in a slideshow.
1280x720 (Fine) is not supported with this memory card. 1280x720 (Standard) is not supported with this memory card. For recording movies, it is recommended that you use a memory card of 1 GB or larger. Turn the power off and on again The lens malfunction. Maximum number of images already selected. Up to 100 files can be selected when using [Multiple Images]. You can add (Print order) marks to up to 999 files. Error Playing Music Delete the Music file, or replace it with a normal Music file.
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Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Still Camera DSC-H400 Situations this camera has difficulty handling The camera cannot take full advantage of some features under certain circumstances. When shooting under the following conditions, either recompose the shot or change shooting mode, then shoot the images again.
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