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Sony DSC-WX220 Instructions For Use Manual

Sony dsc-wx220 digital still camera instructions for use
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Before Use

Names of parts
Identifying parts [1]
Icons and indicators
List of icons on the screen [2]
Using the strap
Using the wrist strap [3]
In-Camera guide
About the [In-Camera Guide] [4]
About the shooting advice [5]

Confirming the operation method

Confirming the operation method
Using the control wheel [6]
Using MENU items [7]
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  • Page 1: Before Use

    DSC-WX220 Digital Still Camera How to Use Before Use Names of parts Identifying parts [1] Icons and indicators List of icons on the screen [2] Using the strap Using the wrist strap [3] In-Camera guide About the [In-Camera Guide] [4]...

  • Page 2: Using Shooting Functions

    Shooting Shooting still images/movies Shooting still images [8] Shooting movies [9] Selecting a shooting mode List of shooting modes [10] Intelligent Auto [11] Superior Auto [12] About Scene Recognition [13] The advantages of automatic shooting [14] Program Auto [15] iSweep Panorama [16] Scene Selection [17] Movie [18] Using shooting functions...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Selecting still image size/image quality Image Size (still image) [26] Aspect Ratio (still image) [27] Quality (still image) [28] Panorama: Size [29] Panorama: Direction [30] Adjusting the focus Focus Area [31] Focus-lock [32] Lock-on AF [33] Lock-on AF (On) [34] AF Illuminator (still image) [35] Adjusting the exposure Exposure Comp.
  • Page 4 Capturing a basic white color in [Custom Setup] mode [46] Selecting an effect mode Picture Effect [47] Recording movies File Format (movie) [48] Record Setting (movie) [49] SteadyShot (movie) [50] Wind Noise Reduct. [51] Auto Slow Shut. (movie) [52] MOVIE Button [53] Setting the other functions of this product Photo Creativity [54] Smile/Face Detect.

  • Page 5: Changing Settings

    Deleting a displayed image [66] Deleting multiple selected images [67] Playing back movies Playing back movies [68] Motion Shot Video [69] Viewing panoramic images Playing back panoramic images [70] Printing Specify Printing [71] Using viewing functions View Mode [72] Slide Show [73] Rotate [74] Protect [75] 4K Still Image PB [76]...
  • Page 6 Upload Settings(Eye-Fi) [83] Tile Menu [84] Display Quality [85] Pwr Save Start Time [86] PAL/NTSC Selector [87] Demo Mode [88] HDMI Resolution [89] CTRL FOR HDMI [90] USB Connection [91] USB LUN Setting [92] USB Power Supply [93] Language [94] Date/Time Setup [95] Area Setting [96] Format [97]...

  • Page 7: Viewing On Computers

    Ctrl w/ Smartphone [109] One-touch connection with an NFC-enabled Android smartphone (NFC One-touch remote) [110] Transferring images to a Smartphone Send to Smartphone [111] Sending images to an Android smartphone (NFC One-touch Sharing) [112] Transferring images to a computer Send to Computer [113] Transferring images to a TV View on TV [114] Changing the settings of Wi-Fi functions...
  • Page 8 Connecting this product and a computer Connecting the product to a computer [126] Importing images to the computer [127] Disconnecting the product from the computer [128] Creating a movie disc Disc type [129] Selecting the disc creation method [130] Creating a disc with a device other than a computer [131] Creating Blu-ray Discs [132] Precautions/This product Precautions...
  • Page 9 Other information AVCHD format [143] License [144] Trademarks Trademarks [145] Troubleshooting If you have problems If you have problems Troubleshooting [146] Troubleshooting Battery pack and power You cannot insert the battery pack into the product. [147] You cannot turn on the product. [148] The power turns off suddenly.

  • Page 10: Viewing Images

    The image is out of focus. [156] Zoom does not work. [157] The flash does not work. [158] Fuzzy white circular spots appear on images shot using the flash. [159] The close-up shoot function (Macro) does not work. [160] The recording date and time are not displayed on the screen. [161] The date and time are recorded incorrectly.
  • Page 11 The computer does not recognize this product. [182] You cannot import images. [183] The image and sound are interrupted by noise when viewing a movie on a computer. [184] Images exported from a computer cannot be viewed on this product. [185] Memory cards Formatted the memory card by mistake.

  • Page 12: Identifying Parts

    Situations this product has difficulty handling [197] [1] How to Use Before Use Names of parts Identifying parts 1. Shutter button 2. For shooting: W/T (zoom) lever For viewing: (Index) lever/ (Playback zoom) lever 3. Flash 4. Self-timer lamp/AF illuminator 5.

  • Page 13: List Of Icons On The Screen

    6. Memory card slot 7. HDMI micro jack 8. Battery/Memory card cover For details on Multi/Micro USB Terminal, visit the Sony web site, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. [2] How to Use Before Use...
  • Page 14 List of viewing mode icons Shooting mode Memory card/Uploading status Scene Recognition icon Scene Selection Remaining number Aspect ratio of still images 18M / 16M / 13M /10M / 8.9M / 7.5M / 5.0M / 4.5M / 3.7M / 2.1M / VGA Image size of still images Image quality of still images Frame rate of movies...
  • Page 15 Recording settings of movies NFC is activated Remaining battery Remaining battery warning Flash charge in progress AF Illuminator SteadyShot Camera-shake warning Airplane Mode Overlay icon Wind Noise Reduction Write Date Database file full/Database file error Overheating warning Smart zoom Clear Image Zoom Digital Zoom...
  • Page 16 C:32:00 Self-diagnosis display View Mode 100-0003 Folder – file number Recording format of movies Protect DPOF DPOF set Auto Object Framing Drive Mode Flash mode/Red-eye reduction Focus area Smile/Face Detect. Lock-on AF Soft Skin Effect Metering mode White balance Picture Effect...

  • Page 17: Using The Wrist Strap

    Smile detection sensitivity indicator Switch Shoot Mode Guide display for switching the shooting mode REC 0:12 Recording time of the movie (m:s) Focus 1/250 Shutter speed F3.5 Aperture value ±0.0 Exposure compensation ISO400 ISO sensitivity Histogram Picture Effect error 2014-1-1 10:37AM Date of recording File number/Number of images in the view mode...

  • Page 18: About The Shooting Advice

    Attach the wrist strap and place your hand through the loop to prevent damage caused by dropping the product. [4] How to Use Before Use In-Camera guide About the [In-Camera Guide] The [In-Camera Guide] displays descriptions of MENU items and settings, and if a function cannot be set, the reason why.

  • Page 19: Using The Control Wheel

    Hint To view all the shooting advice, select MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Shooting Tip List]. [6] How to Use Confirming the operation method Confirming the operation method Using the control wheel You can select setting items by turning or pressing the top/bottom/right/left side of the control wheel.

  • Page 20: Shooting Still Images

    2. Select the desired MENU item using the up/down/left/right side of the control wheel or by turning the control wheel, and then press in the center of the control wheel. The display may move directly from step 1 to step 3 depending on the [Tile Menu] setting.

  • Page 21: Focus Indicator

    Shoots still images. 1. Set the shooting mode to (Intelligent Auto). 2. Hold the camera steady, with your arms against your body, and compose your shot. 3. Press the shutter button halfway down to focus. When the image is in focus, a beep sounds and the indicator ( ) lights.

  • Page 22: Shooting Movies

    The subject is moving quickly. There is reflective light or shiny surfaces. There is a flashing light. The subject is backlit. [9] How to Use Shooting Shooting still images/movies Shooting movies You can record movies by pressing the MOVIE button. 1.

  • Page 23: Available Functions

    1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Shoot Mode] → desired setting. Available functions (Intelligent Auto): Allows you to shoot still images with the settings adjusted automatically. (Superior Auto): Allows you to shoot still images in higher quality than with Intelligent Auto mode. P (Program Auto): Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value (F value)).

  • Page 24: Superior Auto

    The product will not recognize the scene when you shoot images with zoom functions other than optical zoom. The product may not properly recognize these scenes under some shooting conditions. [12] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Superior Auto The product automatically recognizes and evaluates the shooting conditions, and the appropriate settings are set automatically.

  • Page 25: Scene Recognition

    Scene Recognition operates in [Intelligent Auto] mode and [Superior Auto] mode. This function allows the product to automatically recognize the shooting conditions and shoot the image. Scene Recognition: If the product recognizes a scene, icons and guides such as (Portrait), (Infant), (Night Portrait), (Night Scene),...

  • Page 26: Program Auto

    [15] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Program Auto Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value). You can set shooting functions such as [ISO]. (Camera Settings) → [Shoot Mode] → [Program Auto]. 1.
  • Page 27 (A) This part will not be shot. 4. Press the shutter button fully down. 5. Pan the camera to the end of the guide in the direction of the arrow on the monitor. (B) Guidance bar Note If the entire angle of the panoramic shot is not achieved within the set time, a gray area occurs in the composite image.

  • Page 28: Scene Selection

    Moving subjects. Subjects that are too close to the product. Subjects with continuously similar patterns, such as the sky, beach, or a lawn. Subjects with constant change such as waves or water falls. Subjects with brightness widely different from its surroundings such as the sun or a light bulb. The Sweep Panorama shooting may be interrupted in the following situations.
  • Page 29 Hand-held Twilight: Shoots night scenes with less noise and blur without using a tripod. A burst of shots are taken, and image processing is applied to reduce subject blur, camera-shake, and noise. Night Portrait: Shoots night scene portraits using the flash. Anti Motion Blur: Allows you to shoot indoor shots without using the flash and reduces subject blur.
  • Page 30 Gourmet: Allows you to shoot food arrangements in delicious and bright colors. Beach: Allows you to shoot scenes on the beach in bright and vivid colors even under the sunlight. Snow: Allows you to shoot clear images, preventing sunken colors in snowy scenes or other places where the whole screen appears white.
  • Page 31 High Sensitivity: Allows you to shoot still images even in dark locations without using the flash, and reduces subject blur. Also allows you to shoot dark movie scenes more brightly. Note In the [Night Scene], [Night Portrait] and [Fireworks] modes, the shutter speed is slower, so use of a tripod is recommended to prevent the image from blurring.

  • Page 32: The Zoom Features Available With This Product

    Portrait: Blurs the background and sharpens the subject. Accentuates the skin tones softly. Landscape: Allows you to shoot the entire range of a scenery in sharp focus with vivid colors. Night Scene: Allows you to shoot night scenes without losing the dark atmosphere. Beach: Allows you to shoot scenes on the beach in bright and vivid colors even under the sunlight.

  • Page 33: Zoom Setting

    The zoom feature of the product provides a higher magnification zoom by combining various zoom features. The icon displayed on the screen changes, according to the selected zoom feature. (1) Optical zoom range Images are magnified within the optical zoom range of this product. (2) Smart Zoom range ( Zoom images without causing the original quality to deteriorate by partially cropping an image (only when the image size is [M], [S] or [VGA]).

  • Page 34: About Zoom Scale

    Optical zoom is activated. You can use the Smart Zoom function if you set [ Image Size] to [M], [S] or [VGA]. On:ClearImage Zoom (default setting): Even if the zoom range of the optical zoom is exceeded, the product magnifies images within the range in which image quality does not deteriorate significantly.

  • Page 35: Flash Mode

    finished, the indicator lights up. [24] How to Use Using shooting functions Using the flash Flash Mode You can set the flash mode. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Flash Mode] → desired setting. You can also set the flash mode by pressing the (Flash Mode) on the control wheel.

  • Page 36: Image Size (Still Image)

    You can change the display contents on the screen. 1. Press the DISP (Display Setting) button. Each time you press the DISP button, the recording information display changes as follows: Display All Info. → No Disp. Info. → Histogram → Display All Info. Display All Info.

  • Page 37: Aspect Ratio (Still Image)

    1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ Image Size] → desired setting. Menu item details Image size when [ Aspect Ratio] is 3:2 L: 16M 4896×3264 pixels M: 8.9M 3648×2432 pixels S: 4.5M 2592×1728 pixels Image size when [ Aspect Ratio] is 4:3 L: 18M 4896×3672 pixels M: 10M 3648×2736 pixels S: 5.0M 2592×1944 pixels...

  • Page 38: Quality (Still Image)

    For viewing on a high-definition TV. 1:1: For shooting in composition as a medium format camera. [28] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting still image size/image quality Quality (still image) Selects the compression format of still images. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) →...

  • Page 39: Focus Area

    When [Panorama: Direction] is [Left] or [Right] Standard: 4912×1080 Wide: 7152×1080 360°: Allows you to shoot in the size of 11520×1080, 360 degrees around. [30] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting still image size/image quality Panorama: Direction Sets the direction to pan the camera when shooting panoramic images. 1.

  • Page 40: Lock-On Af

    Center: Focuses automatically on a subject in the center of the image. When used together with the AF lock function, you can compose the image you want. [32] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Focus-lock Shoots images with the focus locked on the desired subject in auto focus mode. 1.

  • Page 41: Lock-On Af (On)

    Lock-on AF (On) Maintains the focus on a moving subject automatically. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Lock-on AF] → [On]. 2. Align the target frame and the subject to be tracked, and press in the center. Note The [Lock-on AF] function may not operate well in the following situations: The subject is moving too quickly.

  • Page 42: Exposure Comp

    Uses the AF illuminator. Off: Does not use the AF illuminator. Note Focus is achieved as long as the AF illuminator light reaches the subject, regardless of whether light fails to reach the center of the subject. You cannot use [ AF Illuminator] in the following situations: In movie mode In [iSweep Panorama] mode...

  • Page 43: Drive Mode

    1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Metering Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details Multi (default setting): Measures light on each area after dividing the total area into multiple areas and determines the proper exposure of the entire screen (Multi-pattern metering). Center: Measures the average brightness of the entire screen, while emphasizing the central area of the screen (Center-weighted metering).

  • Page 44: Cont. Shooting

    When the product detects the number of faces you have selected, a beep will sound and the shooting starts after two seconds. Self-timer(Cont): Shoots images continuously after 10 seconds. [39] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-timer) Cont.
  • Page 45 operates. To cancel the self-timer, press the shutter button again. Self-timer: 2 Sec: Sets the 2-second delay self-timer. This reduces the camera-shake caused by pressing the shutter button. [41] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-timer) Self-portrait Point the lens at yourself and shoot self-portrait images.

  • Page 46: Multi Frame Nr

    [43] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting the ISO sensitivity Sensitivity to light is expressed by the ISO number (recommended exposure index). The larger the number, the higher the sensitivity. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ISO] → desired setting. Menu item details Multi Frame NR: Combines continuous shots to create an image with less noise.

  • Page 47: White Balance

    2. Press the right side of the control wheel to display the setting screen, then select a desired value using the top/bottom side of the control wheel. Note The flash cannot be used. [45] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting color tones White Balance Adjusts the color tones according to the ambient light conditions.

  • Page 48: Picture Effect

    Uses the white balance setting saved in [Custom Setup]. Custom Setup: Memorizes the basic white color under the light conditions for the shooting environment. Note [White Balance] is fixed to [Auto] in the following situations: [Intelligent Auto] [Superior Auto] [Scene Selection] [46] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting color tones...
  • Page 49 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Picture Effect] → desired setting. Menu item details Off (default setting): Disables the [Picture Effect] function. Toy Camera: Creates a soft image with shaded corners and reduced sharpness. Pop Color: Creates a vivid look by emphasizing color tones. Posterization: Creates a high contrast, abstract look by heavily emphasizing primary colors, or in black and white.

  • Page 50: File Format (Movie)

    You can perform detailed settings for the following [Picture Effect] modes using the left/right side of the control wheel. [Toy Camera] [Posterization] [Partial Color] [Soft Focus] [HDR Painting] [Miniature] [Illustration] Note When [Partial Color] is selected, images may not retain the selected color, depending on the subject or shooting conditions.

  • Page 51: Record Setting (Movie)

    AVCHD (default setting): Records high-definition movies. This file format is suitable for viewing movies on a high- definition TV. You can create a Blu-ray Disc, an AVCHD recording disc, or a DVD-Video disc using the software PlayMemories Home. MP4: Records mp4 (AVC) movies. This format is suitable for WEB uploads, e-mail attachments, etc.

  • Page 52: Steadyshot (Movie)

    60i 17M(FH) (default setting)*: 50i 17M(FH) (default setting)**: Records standard image quality movies of 1920 × 1080 (60i/50i). Bit-rate: Average 17 Mbps 60p 28M(PS)*: 50p 28M(PS)**: Records the highest image quality movies of 1920 × 1080 (60p/50p). Bit-rate: Maximum 28 Mbps File Format]: [MP4] 1440×1080 12M (default setting): Records movies of 1440 ×...

  • Page 53: Wind Noise Reduct

    Active: Provides a more powerful SteadyShot effect. Standard: Reduces camera shake under stable movie shooting conditions. Note If you change the setting for [ SteadyShot], the angle of view will change. [51] How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies Wind Noise Reduct.

  • Page 54: Movie Button

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

  • Page 55: Smile/Face Detect

    (Brightness): Adjusts brightness. (Color): Adjusts color. (Vividness): Adjusts vividness. (Picture Effect): You can select a desired effect and shoot images with the specific texture. 4. Select the desired settings. You can use some settings together by repeating steps 3 and 4. To reset the changed settings to the default settings, press the (Delete) button.
  • Page 56 Does not use the [Face Detection] function. On (default setting): Automatically selects a face to be brought into focus. Smile Shutter: Automatically detects and shoots a smile. Face Detection frame When the product detects a face, the gray face detection frame appears. When the product determines that autofocus is enabled, the face detection frame turns white.

  • Page 57: Red Eye Reduction

    Soft Skin Effect (still image) Sets the effect used for shooting the skin smoothly in the [Face Detection] function. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ Soft Skin Effect] → desired setting. Menu item details Off (default setting): Does not use the [ Soft Skin Effect] function.

  • Page 58: Auto Obj. Framing (Still Image)

    Auto Obj. Framing (still image) When this product detects and shoots faces, macro shooting subjects or subjects that are tracked by [Lock-on AF], the product automatically trims the image into an appropriate composition, and then saves it. Both the original and the trimmed images are saved. The trimmed image is recorded in the same size as the original image size.

  • Page 59: Grid Line

    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. Note If you shoot images with the date once, you cannot delete the date from the images later.

  • Page 60: Playing Back Images

    10 Sec/5 Sec/2 Sec (default setting): Displays the recorded image on the screen right after shooting for the selected duration of time. If you perform a magnifying operation during Auto Review, you can check that image using the magnified scale. Off: Does not display the Auto Review.

  • Page 61: Image Index

    2. Select the portion you want to enlarge by pressing the top/bottom/right/left side of the control wheel. Hint You can also enlarge an image being played back using MENU. Note You cannot use the enlarged playback function with movies. [64] How to Use Viewing Viewing still images Image Index...

  • Page 62: Deleting Multiple Selected Images

    Switches the screen display. 1. Press the DISP (Display Setting) button. The screen display switches in the order “Display Info. → Histogram → No Disp. Info. → Display Info.” each time you press the DISP button. The DISP (Display Setting) settings are applied for the Auto Review display. Note The histogram is not displayed in the following situations: During movie playback...

  • Page 63: Playing Back Movies

    Multiple Img.: Deletes the selected images. (1) Select the images to be deleted, then press on the center of the control wheel. The mark is displayed in the check box. To cancel the selection, press again to remove mark. (2) To delete other images, repeat step (1). (3) MENU →...

  • Page 64: Motion Shot Video

    : Closes the operation panel Hint “Forward slow playback,” “Reverse slow playback,” “Displays the next frame” and “Displays the previous frame” are available during pause. [69] How to Use Viewing Playing back movies Motion Shot Video You can see the tracking of the subject's motion in high-speed, like a stroboscopic image. 1.

  • Page 65: Specify Printing

    To pause playback, press on the center again. To return to the display of the entire image, press the MENU key. Note Panoramic images shot using other product may be displayed in a different size from the actual size, or may not scroll correctly. [71] How to Use Viewing Printing...

  • Page 66: View Mode

    You cannot add the DPOF mark to the following files: Movies [72] How to Use Viewing Using viewing functions View Mode Sets the View Mode (image display method). 1. MENU → (Playback) → [View Mode] → desired setting. Menu item details Date View: Displays the images by date.
  • Page 67 To quit the slideshow in the middle of playback Press the MENU key to quit the slideshow. You cannot pause the slideshow. Hint You can activate a slideshow only when [View Mode] is set to [Date View] or [Folder View(Still)]. [74] How to Use Viewing Using viewing functions...

  • Page 68: K Still Image Pb

    Multiple Img.: Applies or cancels the protection of the selected multiple images. (1) Select the image to be protected, then press on the center of the control wheel. The mark is displayed in the check box. To cancel the selection, press again to remove mark.

  • Page 69: Beauty Effect

    5. MENU → (Playback) → [4K Still Image PB] → [OK]. Note This menu is only available with 4K-compatible TVs. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV. [77] How to Use Viewing Using viewing functions Beauty Effect Allows you to apply the Beauty Effect to retouch the still image of a person and make it look better, for example, by retouching it for smoother skin, larger eyes, and whiter teeth.

  • Page 70: Viewing Images On An Hd Tv

    HDMI cable (sold separately). 3. Turn on the TV and switch the input. 4. Turn on this product. Images shot with the product appear on the TV screen. Hint This product is compatible with the PhotoTV HD standard. If you connect Sony PhotoTV...

  • Page 71: Viewing Images On A "Bravia" Sync-Compatible Tv

    Some devices may not work properly when connected to this product. For example, they may not output video or audio. Use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo or a genuine Sony cable. Use an HDMI cable that is compatible with the HDMI micro terminal of the product and the HDMI jack of the TV.

  • Page 72: Monitor Brightness

    6. Press the SYNC MENU button on the TV Remote Control, and select the desired mode. Note Only TVs that support “BRAVIA” Sync can provide SYNC MENU operations. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV. If the product performs unwanted operations in response to the TV Remote Control when the product is connected to another manufacturer’s TV using an HDMI connection, select MENU →...

  • Page 73: Audio Signals

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

  • Page 74: Tile Menu

    : Connecting. : Uploading. : Error Note Eye-Fi cards are only sold in certain countries/regions. For more information on Eye-Fi cards, please contact the manufacturer or vendor directly. Eye-Fi cards can be used only in the countries/regions where they were purchased. Use Eye-Fi cards in accordance with the law of the countries/regions where you purchased the card.

  • Page 75: Display Quality

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

  • Page 76: Demo Mode

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

  • Page 77: Hdmi Resolution

    [89] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu HDMI Resolution When you connect the product to a High Definition (HD) TV with HDMI terminals using an HDMI cable (sold separately), you can select HDMI Resolution to output images to the TV. 1.

  • Page 78: Usb Connection

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

  • Page 79: Usb Power Supply

    Normally, use [Multi]. Single: Set [USB LUN Setting] to [Single] only if you cannot make a connection. [93] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu USB Power Supply Sets whether to supply power via the micro USB cable when the product is connected to a computer or an USB device.

  • Page 80: Area Setting

    1. MENU → (Setup) → [Date/Time Setup] → desired setting. Menu item details Daylight Savings: Selects Daylight Savings [On]/[Off]. Date/Time: Sets the date and time. Date Format: Selects the date and time display format. [96] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Area Setting Sets the area where you are using the product.

  • Page 81: File Number

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

  • Page 82: Recover Image Db

    number are created at the same time. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [New Folder]. Note When you insert a memory card that was used with other equipment into this product and shoot images, a new folder may be automatically created. Up to 4,000 images in total can be stored in one folder.

  • Page 83: Setting Reset

    1. MENU → (Setup) → [Recover Image DB] → [Enter]. Note Use a sufficiently charged battery pack. Low battery power during repairing can cause damage to data. [103] How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Display Media Info. Displays the recordable time of movies and the number of recordable still images for the inserted memory card.

  • Page 84: Playmemories Mobile

    Download and install the application PlayMemories Mobile from your smartphone’s application store. If PlayMemories Mobile is already installed on your smartphone, be sure to update it to the latest version. For details on PlayMemories Mobile, refer to the support page (http://www.sony.net/pmm/). [107] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions...

  • Page 85: Connecting The Product To An Iphone Or Ipad

    The smartphone is connected to the product. [108] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Connecting this product and a Smartphone Connecting the product to an iPhone or iPad 1. Select the model name of this product (DIRECT-xxxx: xxxx) on the Wi-Fi setting screen of your iPhone or iPad.

  • Page 86: Ctrl W/ Smartphone

    3. Confirm that your iPhone or iPad was connected to the “SSID” shown on this product. 4. Return to the “Home” screen and launch PlayMemories Mobile. [109] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Controlling this product using a Smartphone Ctrl w/ Smartphone You can use a smartphone as the remote controller for this product, and shoot still images/movies.
  • Page 87 3. Check the composition of the image on the smartphone screen, and then press the shutter button (A) on the smartphone to shoot an image. Use the zoom button (B) to zoom in/out. Use button (C) to change the [Flash] and [Self-Timer] settings. You can also change the image saving settings.

  • Page 88: Send To Smartphone

    2. Switch this product to shooting mode. The NFC function is available only when the (N mark) is displayed on the screen. 3. Touch the product to the smartphone. The smartphone and the product are connected, and PlayMemories Mobile launches on the smartphone.
  • Page 89 You can transfer still images/movies to a smartphone and view them. The application PlayMemories Mobile must be installed on your smartphone. 1. MENU → (Wireless) → [Send to Smartphone] → desired setting. 2. If the product is ready for the transfer, the information screen appears on the product. Connect the smartphone and the product using that information.

  • Page 90: Touch Sharing

    → [Wireless] → [SSID/PW Reset]. After resetting the connection information, you must register the smartphone again. When [Airplane Mode] is set to [On], you cannot connect this product and the smartphone. Set [Airplane Mode] to [Off]. [112] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Transferring images to a Smartphone Sending images to an Android smartphone (NFC One-...

  • Page 91: Send To Computer

    About “NFC” NFC is a technology that enables short-range wireless communication between various devices, such as mobile phones or IC tags, etc. NFC makes data communication simpler with just a touch on the designated touch-point. NFC (Near Field Communication) is an international standard of short-range wireless communication technology.

  • Page 92: Slideshow Settings

    Note Depending on the application settings of your computer, the product will turn off after saving the images to your computer. You can transfer images from the product to only one computer at a time. If you want to transfer images to another computer, connect the product and the computer via a USB connection and follow the instructions in PlayMemories Home.

  • Page 93: Airplane Mode

    Interval: Selects from [Short] and [Long]. Effects*: Select from [On] and [Off]. Playback Image Size: Select from [HD] and [4K]. The settings are effective only for BRAVIA TV which is compatible with the functions. Note You can use this function on a TV that supports DLNA renderer. You can view images on a Wi-Fi Direct-enabled TV or network-enabled TV (including cable TV).

  • Page 94: Access Point Set

    Note [WPS Push] works only if the security setting of your access point is set to WPA or WPA2 and your access point supports the WPS button method. If the security setting is set to WEP or your access point does not support the WPS button method, perform [Access Point Set.].
  • Page 95 Access points without the mark do not require a password. 4. Select [OK]. How to use the keyboard When manual character entry is required, a keyboard is displayed on the screen. 1. Input box The characters you entered are displayed. 2.

  • Page 96: Edit Device Name

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

  • Page 97: Reset Network Set

    Viewing on computers Recommended computer environment Recommended computer environment You can confirm the operating computer environment of the software from the following URL: www.sony.net/pcenv/ [123] How to Use Viewing on computers Using the software PlayMemories Home With PlayMemories Home, you can do the following:...

  • Page 98: Installing Playmemories Home

    Installing PlayMemories Home 1. Using the Internet browser on your computer, go to the following URL and install PlayMemories Home. www.sony.net/pm/ Proceed the installation by following the instructions on the screen. When installation is completed, PlayMemories Home starts up. If PMB (Picture Motion Browser) supplied with a product that was purchased before 2011 has already been installed on the computer, PMB will be overwritten by PlayMemories Home.

  • Page 99: Software For Mac Computers

    DirectX may be installed depending on your computer’s system environment. Hint For details on PlayMemories Home, refer to the Help of PlayMemories Home or the PlayMemories Home support page (http://www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/) (English only). [125] How to Use Viewing on computers Using the software...

  • Page 100: Importing Images To The Computer

    1. Insert a sufficiently charged battery pack into the product. 2. Turn on the product and the computer. 3. Connect the product and your computer using the micro USB cable (A) (supplied). If you connect the product to your computer using the micro USB cable when [USB Power Supply] is set to [On], power is supplied from your computer.

  • Page 101: Disconnecting The Product From The Computer

    Do not edit or otherwise process AVCHD movie files/folders from the connected computer. Movie files may be damaged or become unplayable. Do not delete or copy AVCHD movies on the memory card from the computer. Sony is not held liable for consequences resulting from such operations via the computer.

  • Page 102: Selecting The Disc Creation Method

    (HD) disc is created. You can play a high definition image quality (HD) disc on AVCHD format playback devices, such as a Sony Blu-ray Disc player and a PlayStation®3. You cannot play the disc on ordinary DVD players.

  • Page 103: Creating A Disc With A Device Other Than A Computer

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

  • Page 104: Creating Blu-Ray Discs

    Multi-session recordings cannot be made. To create Blu-ray Discs using PlayMemories Home, be sure to install the dedicated add-on software. For details, see the following URL: http://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/BDUW/ To install, your computer must be connected to the Internet. For detailed operations, see the Help of PlayMemories Home.
  • Page 105 Creating an image database file If you insert a memory card that does not contain an image database file into the product and turn on the power, the product automatically creates an image database file using some of the memory card’s capacity. The process may take a long time and you cannot operate the product until the process is completed.
  • Page 106 50i-compatible device, look for the following marks on the bottom of the product. 1080 60i-compatible device: 60i 1080 50i-compatible device: 50i This camera is compatible with 1080 60p or 1080 50p-format movies. Unlike traditional standard recording modes, which record using an interlacing method, this product records movies using a progressive method.

  • Page 107: On The Internal Rechargeable Battery

    Exposing the monitor or lens to direct sunlight for long periods may cause a malfunction. Exercise caution when placing the product near a window or outdoors. Do not press against the monitor. The monitor may be discolored and that may cause a malfunction.

  • Page 108: Charging The Battery Pack

    Charging the battery pack Charge the battery pack (supplied) before using the product for the first time. The charged battery pack will discharge little by little even if you do not use it. Charge the battery pack each time before you use the product so that you do not miss any opportunities to shoot images.
  • Page 109 dust using a soft cloth or a cotton swab. Remaining battery indicator The remaining battery indicator appears on the screen. A: Battery level high B: Battery exhausted It takes about one minute for the correct remaining battery indicator to appear. The correct remaining battery indicator may not be displayed under some operating or environmental conditions.

  • Page 110: Memory Card

    The supplied AC Adaptor is dedicated to this product. Do not connect with other electronic devices. Doing so may cause a malfunction. Make sure to use a genuine Sony AC Adaptor. If the product's Charge lamp flashes while charging, remove the battery pack being charged, and then insert the same battery pack firmly back into the product.
  • Page 111 “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media, “Memory Stick XC-HG Duo” media and SD cards up to 64 GB have been tested and proven to operate with this product. “Memory Stick Micro” media up to 16 GB and microSD memory cards up to 64 GB have been tested and proven to operate with this product.

  • Page 112: On Cleaning

    the device is compatible with exFAT before connecting it to the product. If you connect your product to an incompatible device, you may be prompted to format the card. Never format the card in response to this prompt, as doing so will erase all data on the card. (exFAT is the file system used on “Memory Stick XC-HG Duo”...

  • Page 113: Number Of Still Images

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

  • Page 114: Recordable Time Of Movies

    Image Size]: [L: 18M] When [ Aspect Ratio] is set to [4:3]* Standard 2GB: 295 images 4GB: 590 images 8GB: 1200 images 16GB: 2400 images 32GB: 4800 images 64GB: 9600 images Fine 2GB: 220 images 4GB: 445 images 8GB: 900 images 16GB: 1800 images 32GB: 3650 images 64GB: 7200 images...
  • Page 115 16GB: 1 h 30 m 32GB: 3 h 64GB: 6 h 60i 17M(FH) 50i 17M(FH) 2GB: 10 m 4GB: 30 m 8GB: 1 h 16GB: 2 h 32GB: 4 h 5 m 64GB: 8 h 15 m 60p 28M(PS) 50p 28M(PS) 2GB: 9 m 4GB: 15 m 8GB: 35 m...

  • Page 116: Plug Adaptor

    image quality/size settings. [141] How to Use Precautions/This product Using this product abroad Plug adaptor 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 Do not use an electronic voltage transformer as doing so may cause a malfunction.

  • Page 117: Avchd Format

    AVCHD format The AVCHD format was developed for high-definition digital video cameras when recording an HD (High-Definition) signal using high-efficiency compression coding technology. The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format is used to compress video data, and the Dolby Digital or Linear PCM system is used to compress audio data. The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format is capable of compressing images at higher efficiency than that of the conventional image compressing format.
  • Page 118 Storage connection between the product and a computer to read licenses in the “PMHOME” - “LICENSE” folder. [145] How to Use Precautions/This product Trademarks Trademarks The following marks are registered trademarks or trademarks of Sony Corporation. , Cyber-shot, , Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, , Memory Stick Duo, , Memory Stick PRO Duo,...

  • Page 119: Troubleshooting

    DLNA and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks of Digital Living Network Alliance. " " and "PlayStation" are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Add further enjoyment with your PlayStation 3 by downloading the application for PlayStation 3 from PlayStation Store (where available.) The application for PlayStation 3 requires PlayStation Network account and application download.

  • Page 120: You Cannot Insert The Battery Pack Into The Product

    [147] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Battery pack and power You cannot insert the battery pack into the product. Make sure the direction of the battery pack is correct, and insert it until the lock lever is locked. [148] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Battery pack and power You cannot turn on the product.

  • Page 121: The Battery Pack Is Not Charged

    This phenomenon occurs when you use the product in an extremely hot or cold location. Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use. If decreased usage time between charges becomes significant, it is probably time to replace it with a new one. [151] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Battery pack and power...

  • Page 122: You Cannot Record Images

    You cannot record images. You are using a memory card with a write-protect switch, and the switch is set to the LOCK position. Set the switch to the record position. Check the free capacity of the memory card. You cannot record images while charging the flash. [155] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies...

  • Page 123: The Flash Does Not Work

    [158] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The flash does not work. You cannot use a flash in the following situations: [Anti Motion Blur], [Night Scene], [Hand-held Twilight], [Fireworks] or [High Sensitivity] in Scene Selection is selected. During Sweep Panorama shooting. During movie recording.

  • Page 124: The Date And Time Are Recorded Incorrectly

    [162] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The date and time are recorded incorrectly. Set the correct date and time. The area selected using [Area Setting] differs from the actual area. Select the actual area. [163] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The image colors are not correct.

  • Page 125: The Eyes Of The Subject Come Out Red

    [166] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The eyes of the subject come out red. Set [Red Eye Reduction] to [On]. Shoot the subject at a distance closer than the flash range using the flash. Light the room and shoot the subject. [167] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies...

  • Page 126: The Flash Takes Too Long To Recharge

    The flash takes too long to recharge. The flash has been fired in succession in a short period. When the flash has been fired in succession, the recharging process may take longer than usual to avoid overheating of the camera. [171] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Viewing images...

  • Page 127: The Image Was Deleted By Mistake

    [174] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Viewing images The image was deleted by mistake. Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. We recommend that you protect images that you do not want to delete. [175] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wi-Fi You cannot find the wireless access point to be connected.

  • Page 128: You Cannot Send Movies To A Smartphone

    You cannot send movies to a smartphone. You cannot send AVCHD movies to a smartphone. Set [ File Format] to [MP4] to record movies. [179] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wi-Fi [Ctrl w/ Smartphone] or [Send to Smartphone] is canceled halfway. When the remaining battery level is low, [Ctrl w/ Smartphone] or [Send to Smartphone] may be canceled halfway.

  • Page 129: You Cannot Import Images

    Do not place any metal objects other than a smartphone near the (N mark). Do not contact two or more smartphones to this product at the same time. If another NFC-based application is running on your smartphone, terminate that application. [182] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Computers...

  • Page 130: Formatted The Memory Card By Mistake

    [185] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Computers Images exported from a computer cannot be viewed on this product. Use PlayMemories Home to copy images that are stored on a computer onto a memory card inserted into this product and view them on this product. [186] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Memory cards...

  • Page 131: The Lens Gets Fogged

    If you set [ Write Date] to [On], you can print still images with the date. Note that you cannot delete the date from the image on the camera. If you want to print images with the date, use [Print Setting] under [Specify Printing]. You can print images with the date superimposed if the printer or the software can recognize Exif information.

  • Page 132: The Product Does Not Work Properly

    If an AC-UD10/AC-UD11 AC Adaptor (sold separately) is used, disconnect the power cord. Connect the power cord and turn on the product again. If the product repeats the same error often or still does not work after trying these solutions, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.

  • Page 133: Warning Messages

    A product malfunction has occurred. Initialize this product, then turn the power on again. E:94:□□ There is a malfunction when writing or deleting data. Repair is required. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Be prepared to give all numbers in the error code beginning from the E. [196] Troubleshooting...
  • Page 134 Memory Card Error An incompatible memory card is inserted. Formatting has failed. Format the memory card again. Unable to read memory card. Reinsert memory card. An incompatible memory card is inserted. The memory card is damaged. The terminal section of the memory card is dirty. This memory card may not be capable of recording and playing normally.

  • Page 135: Situations This Product Has Difficulty Handling

    System Error Camera Error. Turn power off then on. Remove the battery pack, and then re-insert it. If the message appears frequently, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Unable to magnify. Unable to rotate image. Images recorded with other products may not be enlarged or rotated.
  • Page 136 iSweep Panorama Lock-on AF Scenes with little contrast, such as the sky or a sandy beach iSweep Panorama Superior Auto Scenes changing constantly, such as a waterfall iSweep Panorama Superior Auto...

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