4-532-707-11(1) Table of contents Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Handbook Operation Search Settings Search Index GB © 2014 Sony Corporation HDR-AS100V
How to use this handbook Click on a button on the right to jump to the corresponding page. This is convenient when searching for a function you want to view. Operation Search Search for information by operation. Settings Search Search for information in a listing of Settings items. Operation Search Index Search for information by keyword. Table of contents Table of contents Search for information by function.
Notes on using the camera On the overheat protection About the displayed language The display panel displays only English, French and Brazilian Portuguese. Other languages are not available. Notes on recording/playback and connection Notes on the battery pack Notes on the display panel and lens • Exposing the display panel or the lens to direct sunlight for long periods may cause malfunctions. Be careful when placing the camera near a window or outdoors. • Do not press against the display panel.
The illustrations and images used in this handbook • The images used as examples in this handbook are reproduced images, and are not actual images shot using the camera. • In this manual, Memory Stick Micro™ media and microSD memory card are referred to as “memory card.” • Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. On wireless network function • Use GPS in accordance with regulations of countries and regions where you use it.
Table of contents Notes on using the camera Table of contents How to use this handbook····································· 2 Notes on using the camera ··································· 3 Operation Search ·················································· 8 Settings Search····················································· 9 Identifying parts··················································· 11 Getting started Operation Search Settings Search Index Checking the bundled items························
Resetting the Settings ········································· 43 Format································································· 44 Using accessories ··············································· 45 Shooting Shooting ······························································ 52 Table of contents Viewing Viewing images on a TV ····································· 54 Computer Settings Search Preparation for connecting to your smartphone ··················································
Others Recordable time ·················································· 72 Battery pack ························································ 74 Using the camera abroad···································· 75 Precautions ························································· 76 Specifications ······················································ 78 Table of contents Index Index ··································································· 81 Operation Search Settings Search Index 7GB
Operation Search Shooting ································································· 52 Shooting high bit rate images XAVC S ·································································· 28 Changing the movie file Image Quality Setting Mode ····························· 21 size Changing the date, time and region Date & Time Setting············································ 18 Initializing settings Resetting the Settings ········································ 43 Viewing on TVs Viewin
Settings Search Setting items Click each item to jump to the corresponding page. List of modes Display Modes Movie Mode PHOTO Photo Mode INTVL Interval Photo Recording Mode VMODE Image Quality Setting Mode SETUP Setup Mode Play Mode PwOFF Power off Display Items Display Items STEDY SteadyShot Wi-Fi Wi-Fi Remote Control FLIP Flip GPS GPS Log SCENE Scene PLANE Airplane Mode LAPSE Interval Photo Recording USBPw USB Power Supply COLOR Color Setting A.
How to set items You can set items using the following 3 buttons on the camera. NEXT*: Goes to the next menu PREV*: Goes to the previous menu ENTER: Executes the menu * Both NEXT and PREV buttons are used to change the menu. In this manual, we usually use the NEXT button for description. When using only the PREV button, we describe it as the PREV button. REC button/ ENTER button PREV button NEXT button To power off, select [PwOFF] and press the ENTER button.
Identifying parts A GPS sensor B REC/access/CHG (Charge) lamp*1 C REC HOLD (lock) switch*2 D REC (Movie/Photo) button ENTER (Menu execute) button E Lock lever F IR remote receiver (N Mark)*3 H Display panel I Speaker Table of contents G J PREV button K NEXT button L Microphones N REC lamp O Connector cover P Tripod adaptor attachment hole Operation Search M Lens Q m (Mic) jack*4 R Expansion connector*5 T Connector cover (USB) U Multi/Micro USB Terminal*6 V Battery pack/memory card cover Settings Sea
Checking the bundled items Make sure that you have following bundled items. The number in parentheses indicates the quantity of that item bundled.
Inserting the battery pack 1 Slide the lock lever until the yellow mark can be seen, then open the cover. 2 Insert the battery pack. Battery ejection lever Table of contents Make sure the direction of the battery pack is correct, then insert it pushing against the battery ejection lever, until the lever locks. Lock lever 3 Close the cover. Close the cover properly, so as the yellow mark on the lock lever is not visible.
Charging the battery pack 1 Turn off the power of the camera. Charging is not possible when the camera is turned on. REC/access/ CHG (Charge) lamp 2 Connect the camera to the computer that is turned on with the micro USB cable (supplied). Table of contents The REC/access/CHG (Charge) lamp lights in amber. Micro USB cable (supplied) Insert until fully seated Charging is complete when the REC/access/CHG (Charge) lamp turns off (full charge) (page 74).
zChecking the remaining battery charge A remaining charge indicator appears on the upper right of the display panel. High Low • The displayed remaining charge indicator may not be correct under certain circumstances. • It takes about one minute until the correct remaining charge indicator appears.
Inserting a memory card 1 Slide the lock lever until the yellow mark can be seen, then open the cover. Lock lever 2 Insert the memory card until it clicks. • When [WAIT] appears on the display panel, wait until the message disappears. • Insert a memory card squarely in the correct orientation; otherwise, the camera will not recognize it. A Printed side Memory Stick Micro (Mark2) media 3 Close the cover.
z What types of memory cards you can use with this camera? When recording MP4 Types of memory cards SD Speed Class Phrase in this book Memory Stick Micro (Mark2) media — Memory Stick Micro media Class 4 or faster microSD card Types of memory cards SD Speed Class Phrase in this book microSDXC memory card Class 10 or faster microSD card microSD memory card microSDXC memory card When recording XAVC S Notes Settings Search Index • In order to stabilize memory card operation, it is recommended
Date & Time Setting Setting display t t You can set the year/month/day and region. To make the setting, select [SETUP] t [CONFG] first. 1 Press the NEXT button to display [SETUP], then press the ENTER button. 3 Press the NEXT button to display [DATE] (Date Time), then press the ENTER button. Table of contents 2 Press the NEXT button to display [CONFG], then press the ENTER button. 4 Press the NEXT button to select the desired date, time and region, then press the ENTER button to confirm.
zSetting the region You can set the clock to the local time of a country you visit by selecting the region. Regions are defined by time difference from Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). Refer also to “World time difference” (page 75).
Daylight Saving Time (Summer Time) Setting Setting display t t You can set the camera’s clock to the Daylight Saving Time. To make the setting, select [SETUP] t [CONFG] first. 2 Press the NEXT button to display [CONFG], then press the ENTER button. Table of contents 1 Press the NEXT button to display [SETUP], then press the ENTER button. 3 Press the NEXT button to display [DST] (Daylight Saving Time), then press the ENTER button. Sets the Daylight Saving Time.
Image Quality Setting Mode Setting display You can set the image resolution and frame rate for shooting movies. Image qualities that can be set depend on the [PRO] setting (page 28). 2 Press the NEXT button to select the image quality, then press the ENTER button. Table of contents 1 Press the NEXT button to display [VMODE], then press the ENTER button.
When [PRO] is set to [ON] (recording in XAVC S) When [V.SYS] is set to [NTSC] Display Recorded image Resolution Imaging frame rate Playback frame rate 1920×1080 60p 60p XAVC S 50 Mbps 1920×1080 30p 30p XAVC S 50 Mbps 1920×1080 24p 24p Table of contents XAVC S 50 Mbps When [V.
SteadyShot Setting display t You can activate the camera-shake reduction when shooting. To make the setting, select [SETUP] first. 1 Press the NEXT button to display [SETUP], then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the NEXT button to display [STEDY] (SteadyShot), then press the ENTER button. Table of contents 3 Press the NEXT button to select the setting, then press the ENTER button. Uses SteadyShot. (Field angle: 120°) Returns to the [STEDY] menu. Operation Search Does not use SteadyShot.
Flip Setting display t You can record the image upside down. This function is useful when the camera is attached upside down. To make the setting, select [SETUP] first. 1 Press the NEXT button to display [SETUP], then press the ENTER button. 3 Press the NEXT button to select the setting, then press the ENTER button. Table of contents 2 Press the NEXT button to display [FLIP] (Flip), then press the ENTER button. Flips the image vertically and swaps the left and right sound channels.
Scene Setting display t You can select suitable image quality according to the shooting scene. To make the setting, select [SETUP] first. 1 Press the NEXT button to display [SETUP], then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the NEXT button to display [SCENE] (Scene), then press the ENTER button. Table of contents 3 Press the NEXT button to select the setting, then press the ENTER button. Shoots images in the standard quality. Returns to the [SCENE] menu.
Interval Photo Recording Setting display t You can set the interval period of the interval photo recording. To make the setting, select [SETUP] first. 1 Press the NEXT button to display [SETUP], then press the ENTER button. 3 Press the NEXT button to select the setting, then press the ENTER button. Table of contents 2 Press the NEXT button to display [LAPSE] (Interval), then press the ENTER button. Continues to record photos at about 1-second intervals.
Color Setting Setting display t You can change the image color tone when shooting. To make the setting, select [SETUP] first. 1 Press the NEXT button to display [SETUP], then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the NEXT button to display [COLOR] (Color), then press the ENTER button. Table of contents 3 Press the NEXT button to select the setting, then press the ENTER button. Records in natural colors. Returns to the [COLOR] menu. Operation Search Records in vivid colors.
XAVC S Setting display t This setting is suitable for professional movie shooting. The format when recording movies will be XAVC S, and you can record high quality images at a high bit rate of approximately 50 Mbps. You can change the time code/user bit setting when [PRO] is set to [ON]. To make the setting, select [SETUP] first. 1 Press the NEXT button to display [SETUP], then press the ENTER button. 3 Press the NEXT button to select the setting.
Time Code/User Bit Setting display t You can use the time code/user bit when [PRO] is set to [ON]. You can set the following settings from [TC/UB]. To make the setting, select [SETUP] first. 1 Press the NEXT button to display [SETUP], then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the NEXT button to display [TC/UB], then press the ENTER button. 4 Press the NEXT button to select the setting, then press the ENTER button. Selects the time code recording method. DF Records the time code in drop frame (default).
Sets the user bit. • Set four 2-digit numbers, then press the ENTER button. • The user bit can be selected within the following range. 00:00:00:00 (default) - FF:FF:FF:FF Initializes the use bit. • Press the ENTER button to display [SURE?] while [OK] is displayed, then press the ENTER button again. Sets the recording time of the user bit. OFF Does not record the time as a user bit (default). ON Records the time as a user bit. Table of contents Returns to the [UBSET] menu.
IR-Remote Controller Setting display t You can start/stop recording and initialize the time code using the infrared remote controller (RMT-845 (sold separately)). To make the setting, select [SETUP] first. 1 Press the NEXT button to display [SETUP], then press the ENTER button. 3 Press the NEXT button to select the setting, then press the ENTER button. Table of contents 2 Press the NEXT button to display [IR-RC] (IR-Remote Controller), then press the ENTER button.
Configuration Settings Setting display t You can set the following settings from [CONFG]. Click each item to jump to the corresponding page. See page 9 for the hierarchical menu structure of the camera. Items Display Wi-Fi GPS Log GPS Airplane Mode PLANE USB Power Supply USBPw A.OFF Beep BEEP Date & Time Setting DATE Daylight Saving Time (Summer Time) Setting DST Language Setting LANG Switching NTSC/PAL V.
Wi-Fi Remote Control Setting display t t By connecting the camera and a Live-View Remote or smartphone through Wi-Fi, you can operate the camera by the Live-View Remote or smartphone. To make the setting, select [SETUP] t [CONFG] first. 1 Press the NEXT button to display [SETUP], then press the ENTER button. 3 Press the NEXT button to display [Wi-Fi] (Wi-Fi), then press the ENTER button. Operates a camera by a Live-View Remote or smartphone.
Copy Setting display g / g / g You can copy movies and photos shot by the camera by operating a smartphone. 1 Turn on the power of the camera, then press the NEXT button and select a shooting mode. MOVIE: Movie mode PHOTO: Photo mode INTVL: Interval photo recording mode For details on the smartphone setting, see “Connecting to your smartphone” on page 57. Table of contents 2 Start PlayMemories Mobile on the smartphone and establish the Wi-Fi connection.
GPS Log Setting display t t You can record the location information and the movement speed while recording movies using the camera’s GPS function. PlayMemories Home allows you to import movies recorded with GPS log to a computer and view them with a map showing location information (page 63). 1 Press the NEXT button to display [SETUP], then press the ENTER button. 3 Press the NEXT button to display [GPS] (GPS), then press the ENTER button.
Checking triangulating status The indicator changes according to the strength of GPS signal reception when GPS is activated. GPS Indicators No indicator Triangulating status OFF GPS reception status The GPS log is set to [OFF] or an error occurred. Searching for GPS satellites. (It may take several minutes to start triangulating.) Triangulating Your camera is receiving a GPS signal. (Your camera can record location information.
Airplane Mode Setting display t t When you are in an airplane or another restricted place, you can set the camera to disable all functions related to the wireless applications such as Wi-Fi/GPS, etc. If you set the airplane mode to [ON], an airplane mark will be displayed on the display panel. 1 Press the NEXT button to display [SETUP], then press the ENTER button. 3 Press the NEXT button to display [PLANE] (Airplane Mode), then press the ENTER button.
USB Power Supply Setting display t t When connecting the camera to a computer or USB device with the micro USB cable (supplied), the camera can be set so the connected device supplies power to it. To make the setting, select [SETUP] t [CONFG] first. 1 Press the NEXT button to display [SETUP], then press the ENTER button. 3 Press the NEXT button to display [USBPw] (USB Power), then press the ENTER button. Supplies power from a connected device, through the micro USB cable.
Auto Power Off Setting display t t You can change the setting of the Auto Power Off function. To make the setting, select [SETUP] t [CONFG] first. 1 Press the NEXT button to display [SETUP], then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the NEXT button to display [CONFG], then press the ENTER button. 4 Press the NEXT button to select the setting, then press the ENTER button. Table of contents 3 Press the NEXT button to display [A.OFF] (Auto Power Off), then press the ENTER button.
Beep Setting display t t You can set the audible notification of operations to ON/OFF. To make the setting, select [SETUP] t [CONFG] first. 1 Press the NEXT button to display [SETUP], then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the NEXT button to display [CONFG], then press the ENTER button. 4 Press the NEXT button to select the setting, then press the ENTER button. Table of contents 3 Press the NEXT button to display [BEEP] (Beep), then press the ENTER button. All operation sounds are enabled.
Language Setting Setting display t t You can set the displayed language. To make the setting, select [SETUP] t [CONFG] first. 1 Press the NEXT button to display [SETUP], then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the NEXT button to display [CONFG], then press the ENTER button. 4 Press the NEXT button to select the setting, then press the ENTER button. Table of contents 3 Press the NEXT button to display [LANG] (Language), then press the ENTER button. Sets English. Operation Search Sets French.
Switching NTSC/ PAL Setting display t t You can select NTSC/PAL, depending on the TV system of the country or region where you use this camera. To make the setting, select [SETUP] t [CONFG] first. 1 Press the NEXT button to display [SETUP], then press the ENTER button. 3 Press the NEXT button to display [V.SYS] (Video System), then press the ENTER button. When the TV system is NTSC. Operation Search 4 Press the NEXT button to select the setting, then press the ENTER button.
Resetting the Settings Setting display t t You can reset the settings to their defaults. If you activate [RESET], images are not deleted. 1 Press the NEXT button to display [SETUP], then press the ENTER button. 3 Press the NEXT button to display [RESET] (Reset), then press the ENTER button. Table of contents 2 Press the NEXT button to display [CONFG], then press the ENTER button. 4 Press the ENTER button to display [SURE?] while [OK] is displayed, then press the ENTER button again.
Format Setting display t t Formatting is the process of deleting all images in the memory card, and restoring the memory card to its initial state. To make the setting, select [SETUP] t [CONFG] first. 1 Press the NEXT button to display [SETUP], then press the ENTER button. 3 Press the NEXT button to display [FORMT] (Format), then press the ENTER button. 4 Press the ENTER button to display [SURE?] while [OK] is displayed, then press the ENTER button again.
Using accessories Refer to the website of this camera for the latest information on accessories. Tripod Adaptor Attachment method 1 Fix the screw of the Tripod Adaptor in the tripod adaptor attachment hole of the camera. Operation Search 2 Hold the Tripod Adaptor against the bottom of the camera, and tighten the screw in the direction of the arrow. Table of contents By attaching the Tripod Adaptor to the camera, you can attach accessories to the camera without using the Waterproof Case.
Waterproof Case (SPK-AS2) By inserting the camera in the Waterproof Case, you can shoot movies at a beach. HOLD lever Case body REC button NEXT button PREV button Case cover Tripod screw hole Table of contents Cord attachment hole Buckle lock Buckle Attachment method Operation Search 1 Slide the buckle lock in the direction of 1 and hold it, then hold the circled parts and swing out the buckle in the direction of 2. 2 Open the case cover.
5 Hook the buckle over the tab on the lower part of the case cover 1, then close the buckle in the direction of 2, until it clicks into place. • Close the buckle until the buckle lock returns to the original position. On waterproof performance of the Waterproof Case Operation Search Notes Settings Search • You cannot operate the REC button when the HOLD lever is set to the lock position. Release the lock before operation.
Notes on use Table of contents • Do not throw the Waterproof Case into the water. • Avoid using the Waterproof Case under the following situations: – In a very hot or humid place – In water hotter than 40°C (104°F) – At temperatures lower than –10°C (14°F) In these situations moisture condensation or water leakage may occur and damage the camera. • Do not leave the Waterproof Case under direct sunlight or in a very hot and humid place for a long period of time.
Maintenance • After recording in a location with a sea breeze, wash this unit thoroughly in fresh water with the buckle fastened to remove salt and sand, then wipe with a soft dry cloth. It is recommended that you submerge the Waterproof Case in fresh water for about 30 minutes. If it is left with salt on it, metal portions may be damaged or rust may form and cause water leakage. • If sun oil is on the Waterproof Case, be sure to wash it off thoroughly using lukewarm water.
Adhesive Mount (VCT-AM1) The Adhesive Mount is used for fixing the Waterproof Case or Tripod Adaptor to an item you intend to use. The Adhesive Mount is a general term for the Attachment Buckle, Flat Adhesive Mount, and Curved Adhesive Mount. Before attaching, insert the camera in the Waterproof Case or attach the Tripod Adaptor.
Notes Table of contents • The Flat Adhesive Mount and Curved Adhesive Mount cannot be used again once they are detached from the location surface. • When detaching, peel off slowly. If peeled off forcibly, the surface on which the mount is fixed might be damaged. • Before attaching, check the surface of the item to be used. If it is dirty, or dust, moisture or oily substances are attached, adhesive strength may be impaired and the item could detach with slight impact.
Shooting Display About the REC HOLD (lock) switch The REC HOLD (lock) switch can prevent accidental operation. Slide the REC HOLD (lock) switch in the direction of the arrow as illustrated to lock the REC button. To release the lock, slide it in the opposite direction of the arrow. • • • * Before recording, release the lock. If you lock the camera while recording, the recording state will be kept*. If you lock the camera after you stop recording, the stopped state will be kept*.
zNotes on long-time recording • When you continue to shoot for a long time, the temperature of the camera rises. If the temperature reaches above a certain level, shooting stops automatically. Leave the camera for 10 minutes or longer to allow the temperature inside the camera to decrease to a safe level. • Under high ambient temperatures, the temperature of the camera rises quickly. • When the temperature of the camera rises, the image quality may deteriorate.
Viewing images on a TV Display Connect the camera to a TV which has an HDMI terminal using a micro HDMI cable (sold separately). Refer also to the instruction manuals of the TV. 1 Turn off both the camera and the TV. Table of contents 2 Open the connector cover and connect the camera to the TV with the micro HDMI cable (sold separately). HDMI jack Micro HDMI cable (sold separately) Operation Search 1 To HDMI jack 2 To HDMI OUT jack 3 Set the input of the TV to [HDMI input].
z To control a content being played back PREV button NEXT button Table of contents • Viewing the previous/next image: Press the PREV/NEXT button. • Fast-rewind/fast-forward (movies only): Press and hold the PREV/NEXT button. • Pause (movies only): Press the PREV and NEXT buttons simultaneously. If you press and hold the PREV or NEXT button during pause, slow rewind or slow forward can be performed. • Adjusting the volume (movies only): Press and hold the PREV and NEXT buttons simultaneously.
Preparation for connecting to your smartphone Installing the PlayMemories Mobile™ software on your smartphone Table of contents Install the PlayMemories Mobile on your smartphone. Update PlayMemories Mobile to the latest version if you have already installed it on your smartphone. For the latest information and functional detail of PlayMemories Mobile, refer to the following website. http://www.sony.net/pmm/ Search for PlayMemories Mobile on Google Play, then install it.
Connecting to your smartphone Setting display Perform preparation for connecting to your smartphone before connecting (page 56). Android supporting NFC 2 Confirm that the camera is in the shooting mode (page 52). MOVIE: Movie mode PHOTO: Photo mode INTVL: Interval photo recording mode Operation Search 3 Select [Settings] on the smartphone, then select [More...] and check that [NFC] is enabled. Table of contents 1 Select [SETUP] t [CONFG] t [Wi-Fi] t [ON] on the camera (page 33).
Android/iPhone not supporting NFC 1 Select [SETUP] t [CONFG] t [Wi-Fi] t [ON] on the camera (page 33). 2 Confirm that the camera is in the shooting mode (page 52). MOVIE: Movie mode PHOTO: Photo mode INTVL: Interval photo recording mode Android Table of contents 1 Start PlayMemories Mobile. Operation Search 2 Select the SSID, as printed on the sticker attached to the Operating Guide. Settings Search 3 Input the password, as printed on the sticker attached to the Operating Guide (First time only).
iPhone/iPad 1 Select [Settings] on the smartphone, then select [Wi-Fi] and the SSID of the camera. Table of contents 2 Input the password, as printed on the sticker attached to the Operating Guide (First time only). Operation Search 3 Confirm the connection to the SSID, as printed on the sticker attached to the Operating Guide. Settings Search 4 Return to the home screen and start PlayMemories Mobile.
Sample smartphone screen display Features of the Wi-Fi remote control function • To check the field of view before and while recording • To monitor images while recording Shooting mode settings • [MOVIE] • [PHOTO]/[INTVL] Table of contents Various settings • [SHARE] • [VMODE] • [STEDY] Start/stop recording Notes Operation Search • You cannot connect a smartphone to two or more cameras at the same time.
Connecting with the Live-View Remote With the Live-View Remote (RM-LVR1), you can operate the camera, such as checking the field angle or starting/stopping recording on the Live-View Remote screen, while the camera is placed on your head or at a distant place. You can connect and operate multiple cameras to the Live-View Remote. Notes Connecting the Live-View Remote to the camera Table of contents • Update the Live-View Remote to the latest firmware version before using.
3 When [AWAIT] is displayed on the display panel of the camera, register the camera on the Live-View Remote. When connecting completes, [DONE] is displayed on the display panel of the camera. Connect each camera by performing steps 2 and 3. Notes • You cannot copy images recorded in the camera to the Live-View Remote. • The WPS method is used for connecting the Live-View Remote to multiple cameras. If there is another device using the WPS method in the vicinity of the cameras, the registration may fail.
Useful functions when connecting the camera to your computer PlayMemories Home allows you to import movies and still images to your computer to use them in a variety of ways. Visit the following URL to install the software. www.sony.net/pm/ Importing images Settings Search • Use the micro USB cable (supplied) when connecting the camera to your computer. • Functions of PlayMemories Home that can be used differ for Windows and for Mac. • For details on other applications, visit the following URL.
Preparing a computer Installing PlayMemories Home 1 Turn on the computer. • Log on as an Administrator. • Close all applications running on the computer before installing the software. www.sony.net/pm/ • For more information about installing, refer to the PlayMemories Home support page. http://www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/ • When the installation completes, PlayMemories Home starts up. Table of contents 2 Visit the following URL with the Internet browser of the computer and install PlayMemories Home.
To delete the USB connection Windows 7/Windows 8 1 Click on the task tray. 2 Click the disconnect icon in Customize. 3 Click the device to remove. Disconnect icon • Disconnecting the micro USB cable (supplied). • Turning off the camera. 1 Double-click the disconnect icon on the task tray. 2 Click Table of contents Windows Vista Perform the procedure from step 1 to 3 below before: (USB Mass Storage Device) t [Stop]. 3 Confirm the device on the confirmation window, then click [OK].
Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with the camera, try the following solutions. 1 Check the items on pages 67 to 71. 2 Turn the power off and then on again. Table of contents 3 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Battery pack and power Cannot turn on the camera. • Attach a charged battery pack. • Make sure that the battery pack is inserted correctly (page 13). The power turns off suddenly. Battery life is short. Cannot charge the camera. Settings Search • Turn off the camera and make the USB connection. • Disconnect the micro USB cable (supplied), and then reconnect it. • Use the micro USB cable (supplied). • Charge the battery pack in an ambient temperature of 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F).
Cannot insert dates on images. • The camera does not have a feature for superimposing dates on images. Viewing images Cannot play back images. • The folder/file name has been changed on your computer. • Connect a micro HDMI cable (sold separately). Table of contents The image does not appear on the TV. • Check whether the connection is correct (page 54). GPS The camera is not receiving a GPS signal. Operation Search • Set the GPS log to [ON].
Cannot import images. • Connect the camera and your computer correctly making a USB connection (page 64). PlayMemories Home cannot be installed. • Check the computer environment or installation procedure required to install PlayMemories Home. PlayMemories Home does not work correctly. • Quit PlayMemories Home and restart your computer. • Consult the computer or software manufacturer. Wi-Fi Table of contents Cannot play back images on your computer. It takes too much time to transfer an image.
Warning indicators and messages If the following messages appear, follow the instructions. • The battery level is low. Charge the battery pack immediately. Table of contents ERROR • Turn the power off and then on again. HEAT NoIMG • The memory card does not contain playable images. Operation Search • The camera temperature has risen. The power may turn off automatically, or you may be unable to record images. Leave the camera in a cool location until the temperature goes down.
NoDSP • The camera is not connected to a TV when playback is started. PLANE • When the airplane mode is set to [ON], GPS and Wi-Fi cannot be used (page 37).
Recordable time Estimated duration of recording and playback for each battery pack Recording time Approximate time available when you use a fully charged battery pack. (Units: minutes) Continuous recording time Typical recording time Image quality NP-BX1 (supplied) HQ 120 (130) HQ 60 (65) VGA 140 (150) VGA 85 (90) Playing time Approximate time available when you use a fully charged battery pack. Approximate time when images are played back on a TV connected with a micro HDMI cable (sold separately).
Notes • The recordable time may vary depending on the recording conditions, subjects, and the image quality setting (page 21). • Continuous movie shooting time is approximately 13 hours. In [SSLOW] mode, it is approximately 3 hours. Estimated number of recordable photos (unit: image) 16 GB 32 GB 64 GB 2M (Interval photo recording) (16:9) 7700 15500 31000 40000 13.5M (Still images) 1450 3000 6000 12000 Operation Search • When using a Sony memory card.
Battery pack On charging the battery pack Effective use of the battery pack • If the battery pack runs out so fast although the remaining charge indicator is high, fully charge the battery pack again. Remaining charge indicator will be displayed correctly.
Using the camera abroad On TV color systems To view images shot by the camera on a TV, you need a TV (or monitor) with an HDMI jack and a micro HDMI cable (sold separately). Before shooting, be sure to set [V.SYS] to the TV system of the country and region where you will view recordings. The following shows which countries and regions you can view [NTSC] or [PAL] images.
Precautions Do not use/store the camera in the following places On carrying Table of contents • In an extremely hot, cold or humid place In places such as in a car parked in the sun, the camera body may become deformed and this may cause a malfunction. • Under direct sunlight or near a heater are not suitable places for storage. The camera body may become discolored or deformed, and this may cause a malfunction.
How to avoid moisture condensation When you bring the camera from a cold place into a warm place, put the camera in a plastic bag and seal it tightly. Remove the bag when the air temperature inside the plastic bag has reached the ambient temperature (after about 1 hour). Notes on optional accessories • Genuine Sony accessories may not be available in some countries/regions.
Specifications Camera [System] Operation Search Settings Search Power requirements: Rechargeable battery pack: 3.6 V (NP-BX1 (supplied)) Multi/Micro USB Terminal: 5.0 V USB charging: DC 5.0 V, 500 mA/800 mA Charging time: Via a computer NP-BX1 (supplied): Approx. 245 min Via the AC-UD20 (sold separately) NP-BX1 (supplied): Approx. 175 min Power consumption: 1.
Table of contents Operation Search Waterproof Case (SPK-AS2) Dimensions: Approx. 35.5 mm × 62.0 mm × 96.0 mm (1 7/16 in. × 2 1/2 in. × 3 7/8 in.) (W/ H/D, excluding protrusions) Mass: Approx. 55 g (1.9 oz) Pressure-resistance: Shooting underwater at a depth of 5 m (16 feet) for 30 continuous minutes is possible. * *When the camera is inserted. Adhesive Mount (VCT-AM1) Attachment Buckle Dimensions: Approx. 43.5 mm × 14.0 mm × 58.5 mm (1 3/4 in. × 9/16 in. × 2 3/8 in.
Trademarks Index The software that is eligible for the following GNU General Public License (hereinafter referred to as “GPL”) or GNU Lesser General Public License (hereinafter referred to as “LGPL”) are included in the camera. This informs you that you have a right to have access to, modify, and redistribute source code for these software programs under the conditions of the supplied GPL/LGPL. Source code is provided on the web. Use the following URL to download it.
Index A Interval photo recording ................................................26 A.OFF ....................................................................................39 Interval photo recording mode....................................52 Airplane mode....................................................................37 INTVL ...................................................................................52 Auto power off...................................................................
SteadyShot ...........................................................................23 STEDY ..................................................................................23 Switching NTSC/PAL ....................................................42 T TC/UB ...................................................................................29 Time code/user bit ............................................................29 Troubleshooting ................................................................
