F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\4734285211FDR AX434560GB\00COV\010COV.fm master:Right 4-734-285-22(1) Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder Getting started Recording/Playback Saving images Operating Instructions “Help Guide” (Web manual) Customizing your camcorder Others Refer to “Help Guide” for in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camera. http://rd1.sony.
F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\010COVTOC.fm master:Right Utilizing the Help Guide Table of Contents Selecting recording format/ image quality ....................... 4 Getting started ............. 7 The Help Guide is an online manual which you can see on your computer or smartphone. Refer to it for the detailed menu and how to use it, or the latest information. Supplied items ...........................7 Charging the battery pack ....... 8 Turning the power on .
F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\020SCT.fm master:Left Selecting recording format/image quality 1 Select [Image Quality/Size] [ Format] desired setting value. File format Features XAVC S 4K Allows recording with 4K resolution (3,840 × 2,160) XAVC S HD Information volume is greater compared to AVCHD, enabling recording of clearer images. AVCHD Compatibility with recording devices other than computers is good.
F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\020SCT.fm master:Right [ File Format] is [ REC Mode XAVC S 4K] Frame rate 60Mbps 100Mbps Bit-rate Actual movie format 30p*1/25p*2 Max. 60 Mbps 3,840 × 2,160 (30p/25p) 24p*1 3,840 × 2,160 (24p) Max. 60 Mbps 30p*1/25p*2 Max. 100 Mbps 3,840 × 2,160 (30p/25p) 24p*1 3,840 × 2,160 (24p) Max.
F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\020SCT.fm master:Left [ File Format] is [ AVCHD] *1 Frame rate Bit-rate Highest Quality 60i*2/50i*3 Max. 24 Mbps REC Mode Actual movie format 1,920 × 1,080 (60i/50i) 24p*2/25p*3 Max. 24 Mbps 1,920 × 1,080 (24p/25p) 60i*2/50i*3 Avg. 17 Mbps 1,920 × 1,080 (60i/50i) 24p*2/25p*3 Avg. 17 Mbps 1,920 × 1,080 (24p/25p) Standard 60i*2/50i*3 Avg. 9 Mbps 1,440 × 1,080 (60i/50i) Long Time 60i*2/50i*3 Avg.
F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\030GET.fm master:Right Getting started Supplied items The numbers in ( ) indicate the supplied quantity.
F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\030GET.fm master:Left Charging the battery pack 1 Turn off your camcorder by closing the LCD monitor, retract the viewfinder*, and attach the battery pack. Battery pack * Models with the viewfinder (FDR-AX60) only the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains 2 Connect lead) to your camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket).
F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\030GET.fm master:Right Charging the battery using your computer Turn off your camcorder and connect the Multi/Micro USB Terminal of the camcorder (page 44) to the USB jack of a computer using the micro USB cable. • Change the setting of your computer so that it would not enter the sleep (hibernation) state before charging your camcorder.
F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\030GET.fm master:Left To remove the battery pack Turn off your camcorder. Slide the BATT (battery) release lever () and remove the battery pack (). Notes • Remove the battery pack after waiting 15 seconds or more when turning the power off. If not, the camera setting may not be retained.
F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\030GET.fm master:Right Turning the power on 1 Open the LCD monitor of your camcorder and turn the power on. Getting started • You can also turn on the camcorder by pulling out the viewfinder (models with the viewfinder (FDR-AX60) only). the instructions on the LCD monitor, select 2 Following the language, the geographical area, Daylight Savings or Summer Time, date format, and the date and time.
F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\030GET.fm master:Left Inserting a memory card 1 Open the cover, and insert the memory card until it clicks. Access lamp Insert the card with the notched corner in the direction as illustrated. • The [Preparing image database file. Please wait.] screen appears if you insert a new memory card. Wait until the screen disappears.
F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\030GET.fm master:Right Recording formats Supporting memory cards SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card, microSD/microSDHC/ microSDXC memory card (Class 4 or faster, or U1 or faster.) XAVC S 4K 60 Mbps* HD 60 Mbps (when recording with High Speed REC)* HD 50 Mbps* SDHC/SDXC memory card, microSDHC/microSDXC memory card (Class 10 or faster, or U1 or faster.
F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\030GET.fm master:Left • When using a Memory Stick Micro or microSD memory card with the camcorder, be sure to use it by inserting it into the dedicated adaptor. • To repair or format the image database file, charge the battery pack fully in advance.
F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\040REC.fm master:Right Recording/Playback Recording Recording movies 1 Open the LCD monitor, and press START/STOP to start recording. Power zoom lever Recording/Playback • To stop recording, press START/STOP again. • Items on the LCD monitor disappear if you do not operate the camcorder for a few seconds. To display items again, touch anywhere except the buttons on the LCD monitor.
F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\040REC.fm master:Left Recording photos during movie recording (Dual Capture) You can record photos during movie recording by pressing PHOTO. Notes • You may not be able to shoot photos depending on the setting in [ REC Mode] and [ Frame Rate]. • You cannot specify the storage destination (internal memory/memory card) of photos and movies separately (FDR-AX45/AX60).
F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\040REC.fm master:Right Shooting photos 1 Open the LCD monitor and select [MODE] (Photo). Recording/Playback • You can also switch between (Movie) and (Photo) by pressing the / (Shooting Mode) button (FDR-AX60). PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus, then press it 2 Press fully. Power zoom lever • When the focus is adjusted properly, AE/AF lock indicator appears on the LCD monitor.
F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\040REC.fm master:Left Using the manual adjustment features Assigning a menu item to the MANUAL ring (FDR-AX60) 1 Press and hold MANUAL button (page 45) for a few seconds. • The menu items you can control with the MANUAL ring will appear on the [Manual Ring Setting] screen. the MANUAL ring (page 45) to select the item 2 Rotate to be assigned, and then press MANUAL button.
F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\040REC.fm master:Right Playback 1 Open the LCD monitor and press the (View Images) button on the camcorder to enter the playback mode. Recording/Playback • The Event View screen appears after some seconds. / to move the desired event to the 2 Select center, and then select the part circled () in the figure.
F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\040REC.fm master:Left 3 Select the image. To go back to the Event View screen Recorded time/ number of Event name photos Previous Switch Image Type button (Visual index) Movie Next Change to the movie/photo recording mode Photo Last played image To switch between movies and photos (Visual index) Select the desired type of images.
F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\040REC.fm master:Right To delete the images Select [Image Quality/Size] [ format of images to be deleted. File Format] • The available format varies depending on the [ File Format] setting. Select [Edit/Copy] [Delete] [Multiple Images] image type to be deleted. Touch and display the mark on the images to be deleted, then select . Switching to MP4 Recording/Playback Select “Switch Movie Format button.
F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\040REC.fm master:Left Creating highlight movies Highlight Movie Maker is a function used to create highlight movies from MP4 format movies which have been recorded by Dual Video REC. 1 Press the (page 45). (create highlight movies) button the LCD monitor, select an event you want to 2 On create a highlight movie and select to display the confirmation screen.
F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\040REC.fm master:Right Viewing images on a TV Playing back images Playable images may be restricted depending on the combination of the movie format at the time of recording, the type of playback images selected on the Event View screen, and the HDMI output settings. 1 Connect the HDMI OUT jack of the camcorder to the HDMI IN jack of a TV using the HDMI cable supplied.
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F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\040REC.fm master:Right Connecting the camcorder to a network-compatible TV Connect the camcorder to an access point with a security setting (page 33). Press (View Images) on the camcorder, and then select [Wireless] [ Function] [View on TV] image type to be played back. • You can view AVCHD movies, MP4 movies, and photos only.
F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\040REC.fm master:Left TV [HDMI Resolution] 4K TV [Auto]*, [2160p/1080p]*, [1080p], [1080i], [720p] High definition TV [Auto], [1080p], [1080i], [720p] * The screen turns blank for a few seconds when you turn on or off the trimmed movie playback function. (trimming on) on the LCD monitor during 3 Touch playback, and then select the part to be trimmed by touching there.
F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\050SAV.fm master:Right Saving images Importing images to your computer What you can do with PlayMemories Home PlayMemories Home allows you to import movies and photos to your computer to use them in a variety of ways. • Update PlayMemories Home to the latest version before using. Playing back imported images For Windows, the following functions are also available.
F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\050SAV.fm master:Left Saving images on an external media device How to store movies and photos to an external media device is explained here. Also refer to the instruction manual supplied with the external media device. Store movies to a computer using PlayMemories Home software (page 27).
F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\050SAV.fm master:Right How to connect a device Recorder without a USB jack Connect a recorder to the Multi/Micro USB Terminal of your camcorder using an AV cable (sold separately). Signal flow Saving images • For how to save images, also refer to the instruction manual of your recording device. • Movies are copied with standard definition image quality.
F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\050SAV.fm master:Left_2 column Using the Wi-Fi function Installing Imaging Edge Mobile™ on your smartphone For the latest information and more detailed information on the functions of Imaging Edge Mobile, visit the following URL. https://www.sony.net/iem/ Android OS Install Imaging Edge Mobile from Google Play.
F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\050SAV.fm master:Right_2 column Transferring MP4 movies and photos to your smartphone One-touch connection with a smartphone supporting NFC 1 Activate the NFC function of the smartphone. • On an iPhone/iPad, launch the camcorder, play back 2 On an image to be sent to the smartphone. • You can transfer MP4 movies and photos only.
F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\050SAV.fm master:Left_2 column up Imaging Edge 3 Start Mobile. [Scan QR Code of the 4 Select Camera] from the screen of Imaging Edge Mobile. [OK]. (If a message 5 Select appears, select [OK] again.) your smartphone, read 6 With the QR Code displayed on the LCD monitor of the camcorder.
F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\050SAV.fm master:Right_2 column Saving movies and photos to your computer via Wi-Fi Connect your computer to a wireless access point or wireless broadband router in advance. 1 Install the dedicated software in your computer (first time only). If you know the SSID and the password of your wireless access point On your camcorder, select [Wireless] [ Setting] [Access point settings].
F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\060MEN.fm master:Left Customizing your camcorder Using the menus 1 Select . Menu lists Shooting Mode Movie Photo Time-lapse Capture Smth Slw REC*1 Golf Shot*1 2 Select a category. High Speed REC*2 Camera/Mic Manual Settings White Balance Spot Meter/Fcs Spot Meter Spot Focus a desired menu 3 Select item.
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F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\060MEN.fm master:Left_2 column TC/UB TC/UB Disp TC Preset UB Preset TC Format TC Run TC Make UB Time Rec Connection TV Type HDMI Resolution *2 When image size is set to [XAVC S HD] FDR-AX60 *4 You can set this item when you use a flash (sold separately). *5 You can set this item when you use an external media device (sold separately). *6 FDR-AX45/AX60 *7 The feature may not be available depending on the countries/ regions.
F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\070OTH.fm master:Right Others Precautions AC Adaptor Do not short-circuit the battery terminal with any metallic objects. This may cause a malfunction. Playing back images with other devices You may not be able to play back images that were recorded on your camcorder with other devices normally. Also, you may not be able to play back images recorded on other devices with your camcorder.
F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\070OTH.fm master:Left_2 column • Do not use the camcorder near strong radio waves or radiation. The camcorder may not be able to record or play back images properly. • Do not use the camcorder on a sandy beach or anywhere dusty. Doing so may cause your camcorder to malfunction. • If moisture condensation occurs, stop using the camcorder until moisture evaporates. • Do not subject the camcorder to mechanical shock or vibration.
F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\070OTH.fm master:Right_2 column Sony accessories Using this unit with products from other manufacturers may affect its performance, leading to accidents or malfunction. Troubleshooting If you run into any problems using your camcorder: Regulatory Information Supplier's Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model.: FDR-AX43 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16535 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A.
F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\070OTH.fm master:Left_2 column Specifications System GB 40 Signal format: UHDTV HDTV NTSC color, EIA standards (1080 60i-compatible models) PAL color, CCIR standards (1080 50i-compatible models) Movie recording format: XAVC S (XAVC S format) Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Audio: LPCM 2ch (48 kHz/16 bit) AVCHD (AVCHD format Ver.2.0 compatible) Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Audio: Dolby Digital 2ch/5.1ch Dolby Digital 5.
F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\070OTH.fm master:Right_2 column *4 The unique image processing system of Sony’s BIONZ-X allows still image resolution equivalent to the sizes described. *5 [ SteadyShot] is set to [Standard] or [Off]. *6 [ SteadyShot] is set to [Active]. Input/Output connectors HDMI OUT jack: HDMI micro connector MIC input jack: Stereo minijack (3.5 mm) Headphone jack: Stereo minijack (3.
F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\070OTH.fm master:Left_2 column GB 42 USB Charging: DC 5 V 1 500 mA Average power consumption: During camera recording using the viewfinder (FDR-AX60): 4K: 5.1 W, HD: 3.6 W* During camera recording using LCD monitor at normal brightness: 4K: 5.1 W, HD: 3.6 W* * in AVCHD FH mode Operating temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) Storage temperature: –20 °C to +55 °C (–4 °F to +131 °F) Dimensions (approx.
F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\070OTH.fm master:Right_2 column All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Furthermore, ™ and ® are not mentioned in each case in this manual.
F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\070OTH.fm master:Left_2 column Parts and controls Figures in ( ) are reference pages. accessories compatible with an Active Interface Shoe. To prevent failure, do not use a commercially available flash with high-voltage synchro terminals or with reverse polarity.
F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\070OTH.fm master:Right_2 column Built-in microphone MANUAL ring (FDR-AX60) (18) Manual functions can be assigned to the button and the dial. Lens (ZEISS lens) MANUAL button (FDR-AX60) Speaker / (Shooting Mode) button (17) (FDR-AX60) (Create highlight movies) button Others Creates highlight movies (MP4 movies) from movies you have recorded.
F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\070OTH.fm master:Left_2 column To fasten the grip belt Viewfinder (FDR-AX60) The camcorder is turned on when the viewfinder is pulled out. Viewfinder lens adjustment dial (FDR-AX60) If the indications in the viewfinder appear blurred, turn the viewfinder lens adjustment dial.
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F:\56216_EN\SONY\CX49400_IM_GB\4734285211\47342 85211FDRAX434560GB\01GB\010COVIX.fm master:Left_2 column T Touch panel 44 Trimming Playback 25 Tripod 46 Troubleshooting 39 TV 23 W Wall outlet (wall socket) 9 Wi-Fi 30 Windows 27 Wireless access point 33 X XAVC S 4K 4, 5 XAVC S HD 4, 5 Z Zoom 15 GB Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. http://www.sony.
