Sony HDR-CX440 How To Use Manual

Sony HDR-CX440 How To Use Manual

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Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX405/CX440/CX470/PJ410/PJ440
How to Use
Before use
Model Information
Model Information [1]
Parts and controls
Parts and controls (front/top) [2]
Parts and controls (LCD monitor) [3]
Parts and controls (side) [4]
Parts and controls (back/bottom) [5]
Screen indicators
Screen indicators [6]
Selecting items on the LCD monitor [7]
Getting started
Checking the supplied items
Supplied items [8]
Power source preparations

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  • Page 1 Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HDR-CX405/CX440/CX470/PJ410/PJ440 How to Use Before use Model Information Model Information [1] Parts and controls Parts and controls (front/top) [2] Parts and controls (LCD monitor) [3] Parts and controls (side) [4] Parts and controls (back/bottom) [5] Screen indicators Screen indicators [6] Selecting items on the LCD monitor [7]...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Inserting the battery pack [9] Charging the battery pack using the AC Adaptor [10] Charging the battery pack using your computer [11] Turning the power on [12] Using this product supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket) [13] Checking the remaining battery power [14] Initial setup Setting the language, date and time [15] Adjusting the angle of the LCD monitor for easier viewing [16]...
  • Page 3 Playing images using Event V iew Playing movies and photos from the Event View screen [26] Screen display on the Event View screen [27] Creating a highlight movie About Highlight Movie Maker [28] Creating a highlight movie (MP4 format) with Highlight Movie Maker [29] Playing highlight movies [30] Playing MP4 movies (HD movie) (switching the movie format) Playing MP4 movies (HD movie) (switching the movie format) [31]...
  • Page 4 On Photo TV HD [43] On the HDMI cable [44] Playing images on a non-high-definition TV Connecting this product to a non-high-definition TV [45] Saving images with an external device Using the PlayMemories Home software Using the PlayMemories Home software [46] Checking the computer system [47] Installing the PlayMemories Home software in your computer [48] Disconnecting this product from the computer [49]...
  • Page 5 Fi/NFC functions) [62] Installing PlayMemories Mobile About the PlayMemories Mobile software (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) [63] Live Streaming About Live Streaming (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440) [64] Preparing Live Streaming (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440) [65] Performing Live Streaming (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440) [66] Restrictions for Live Streaming (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440) [67]...
  • Page 6: Shooting

    Connecting this product to one camera with Multi Camera Control (Single Connection) (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440) [69] Connecting this product to more than one camera with Multi Camera Control (Multi Connection) (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440) [70] Editing images recorded with several cameras (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440) [71] Menu operations Using menu items Setting up menu items [72]...
  • Page 7 Frame Rate [100] Dual Video REC [101] File Format [102] Image Size [103] Wireless Ctrl with Smartphone (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440) [104] Multi Camera Control (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440) [105] Live Streaming (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440) [106] Send to Smartphone (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440) [107] Send to Computer (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440) [108] View on TV (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440) [109]...
  • Page 8 Airplane Mode (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440) [110] Multi Camera Ctrl Set (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440) [111] Vid REC during strm. (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440) [112] WPS Push (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440) [113] Access point settings (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440) [114] Edit Device Name (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440) [115] Disp MAC Address (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440) [116] SSID/PW Reset (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440) [117] Network Info Reset (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440) [118]...
  • Page 9: Recording

    Empty Music (Models with the USB IN/OUT jacks) [133] TV Type [134] HDMI Resolution [135] CTRL FOR HDMI [136] USB Connect [137] USB Connect Setting [138] USB Power Supply [139] USB LUN Setting [140] Beep [141] Monitor Brightness [142] Language Setting [143] Power Save [144] Initialize [145] Demo Mode [146]...
  • Page 10 Notes on recording movies [153] Expected recording time of movies (models with the internal memory) [154] Expected number of recordable photos (models with the internal memory) [155] Expected movie recording time and number of recordable photos for memory cards Notes on recording movies [156] Expected recording time of movies [157] Expected number of recordable photos [158] Bit-rate for each recording mode...
  • Page 11 Note on disposal/transfer of the memory card [169] Maintenance On handling the LCD monitor [170] To clean the casing and the projector lens surface (models with the projector) [171] About care and storage of the lens [172] Using this product abroad Using this product abroad [173] Trademarks On trademarks [174]...
  • Page 12: Intelligent

    Overall operations The power does not turn on. [179] This product does not operate even when the power is set to on. [180] The menu settings have been changed automatically. [181] This product gets warm. [182] A rattling noise is heard when this product is shaken. [183] Intelligent Auto is canceled.
  • Page 13 Images cannot be played back or the memory card is not recognized. [198] Recording Pressing START/STOP or PHOTO does not record images. [199] Photos cannot be recorded. [200] The access lamp remains lit or flashing even if recording has stopped. [201] The imaging field looks different.
  • Page 14 [WPS Push] does not work. (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) [219] [Ctrl with Smartphone], [Send to Smartphone], [Send to Computer] or [View on TV] terminates prematurely. (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) [220] Cannot transfer movies to your smartphone. (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) [221] The shooting screen does not display smoothly.
  • Page 15 This product is not recognized by the computer. [235] Self-diagnosis display/W arning indicators Self-diagnosis display/W arning indicators Self-diagnosis display [236] Error messages during Live Streaming Error messages during Live Streaming (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440) [237] Warning messages Warning messages Warning Indicators [238] [1] How to Use...
  • Page 16 A: Model name (HDR-CX405/CX440/CX470/PJ410/PJ440) Differences in functions Models with the internal memory: HDR-CX440/CX470/PJ440 Models with the projector: HDR-PJ410/PJ440 Models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions: HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440 1080 60i-compatible device: See the bottom of this product. 1080 50i-compatible device: See the bottom of this product.
  • Page 17 1. Power zoom lever 2. PHOTO button 3. N mark (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440) NFC: Near Field Communication 4. LENS COVER switch 5. Lens (ZEISS lens) 6. Built-in microphone [3] How to Use Before use Parts and controls Parts and controls (LCD monitor) 1.
  • Page 18 1. Speaker 2. Memory card slot 3. Memory card access lamp While the lamp is lit or flashing, this product is reading or writing data. 4. HDMI OUT jack 5. PROJECTOR IN jack (HDR-PJ410/PJ440) [5] How to Use Before use Parts and controls Parts and controls (back/bottom) 1.
  • Page 19 1. Tripod receptacle Attach a tripod (sold separately: the length of the screw must be less than 5.5 mm (7/32 in.)). Depending on the specifications of the tripod, this product may not attach in the proper direction. 2. Battery cover 3.
  • Page 20 On the left side of the screen MENU button Self-timer recording [Airplane Mode] set to [On] Fader [Face Detection] set to [Off] [Smile Shutter] Manual focus Scene Selection White Balance SteadyShot off Intelligent Auto Picture Effect At the center of the screen Slideshow Set Warning Playback mode...
  • Page 21 00min Estimated recording time 9999 9.2M Approximate number of recordable photos and photo size Folder of the memory card 100/112 Current playing movie or photo/Number of total recorded movies or photos At the bottom of the screen [Wind Noise Reduct.] set to [On] Blt-in Zoom Mic Low Lux Exposure...
  • Page 22 [8] How to Use Getting started Checking the supplied items Supplied items The numbers in ( ) indicate the supplied quantity. Camcorder (1) AC Adaptor (1) The shape of the AC Adaptor varies depending on the countries/regions. HDMI cable (1) USB connection support cable (1) Rechargeable battery pack NP-BX1 (1) When using this product while connected to a wall outlet (wall socket), such as...
  • Page 23: Inserting The Battery

    [9] How to Use Getting started Power source preparations Inserting the battery pack Insert the battery pack to this product. 1. Open the battery cover by sliding it in the direction of arrow. A: Battery cover 2. Insert the battery pack into this product. Insert the battery pack into this product sliding the battery release lever.
  • Page 24: Charging The Battery Pack Using The Ac

    To remove the battery pack Turn off this product, then open the battery cover ( ), and then remove the battery pack from this product sliding the battery release lever ( Note You cannot insert any battery pack other than the X type to this product. In the default setting, the power turns off automatically if you leave this product without any operation for about 2 minutes, to save battery power (Power Save).
  • Page 25 The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp lights orange. The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery pack is fully charged. Disconnect the USB connection support cable from this product. A: USB connection support cable B: AC Adaptor To store the Built-in USB Cable Put the Built-in USB Cable back in the pocket on the grip belt after use.
  • Page 26: Charging The Battery Pack Using Your

    [11] How to Use Getting started Power source preparations Charging the battery pack using your computer Charge the battery pack by connecting this product and your computer with the Built-in USB Cable. Insert the battery pack in advance. 1. Close the LCD monitor. 2.
  • Page 27: Turning The Power

    To put the Built-in USB Cable away Put the Built-in USB Cable back in the pocket on the grip belt after use. Hint It is recommended that you charge the battery in a temperature range of 10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F). [12] How to Use Getting started Power source preparations...
  • Page 28: Checking The Remaining Battery

    Using this product supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket) Supply power to this product using the AC Adaptor. 1. Insert the battery pack, and then pull out the Built-in USB Cable. 2. Connect this product to a wall outlet (wall socket) using the USB connection support cable and the AC Adaptor.
  • Page 29: Setting The Language, Date And

    Battery power depleted It will take approximately 1 minute to display the correct remaining battery power. The remaining battery power may not be displayed correctly depending on ambient conditions and the environment in which you are using this product. [15] How to Use Getting started Initial setup Setting the language, date and time...
  • Page 30: Displaying Items On The Lcd

    When you select , the date and time setting operation is complete. Hint The date and time are recorded automatically and can be displayed only during playback. To display them, select - [Setup] - [ Playback Settings] - [Data Code] - [Date/Time]. [16] How to Use Getting started Initial setup...
  • Page 31: Inserting A Memory

    Hint To keep the LCD monitor active, use [Display Setting] to change the setting. [18] How to Use Getting started Preparing a memory card Inserting a memory card Insert a memory card into this product. 1. Open the cover and insert the memory card until it clicks. microSD memory card: Insert the memory card straight in the direction shown in figure A until it clicks.
  • Page 32: Types Of Memory Card You Can Use With This

    Do not insert any memory card other than those that fit into the memory card slot. Doing so may cause a malfunction. When inserting or ejecting the memory card, be careful so that the memory card does not pop out and drop. Memory card will not be recognized by this product unless it is inserted straight in the correct direction.
  • Page 33 The divided files can be integrated into the single file by using PlayMemories Home. Proper operation with all memory cards is not guaranteed. Contact the manufacturer of each memory card for the compatibility of memory cards other than Sony. [20] How to Use Recording Recording movies/photos Recording movies Record movies.
  • Page 34 To stop recording, press START/STOP again. Note If you close the LCD monitor while recording movies, this product stops recording. The maximum continuous recordable time of a movie is about 13 hours. When an AVCHD movie file exceeds 2 GB, the next movie file is created automatically.
  • Page 35 1. Open the lens cover. 2. Open the LCD monitor of this product and turn the power on. 3. Select [MODE] on the LCD monitor, and then select the photo recording mode. 4. Press PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus, then press it fully. When the focus is adjusted properly, the AE/AF lock indicator appears on the LCD monitor.
  • Page 36 The media icon in the upper right of the LCD monitor is flashing [22] How to Use Recording Useful functions for recording Zooming You can record an image with the subject magnified. 1. Move the power zoom lever to magnify or reduce the size of the image. Wider range of view (Wide angle) Close view (Telephoto) Move the power zoom lever slightly for a slower zoom.
  • Page 37: Recording In Mirror

    You can shoot photos during movie recording. 1. Press PHOTO during movie recording to capture still photos. Note You cannot capture photos during movie recording in the following situation(s): When [ REC Mode] is set to 60p Quality ], [Highest Quality When an item of [Picture Effect] is selected.
  • Page 38 [25] How to Use Recording Useful functions for recording Intelligent Auto This product records images after selecting the most suitable setting for the subjects or the situation automatically. 1. Select - [On] - on the recording screen of movies or photos. To cancel the Intelligent Auto function, select - [Off] - 2.
  • Page 39 You can search for recorded images by date and time of recording (Event View). 1. Open the LCD monitor and press (View Images) to enter the playback mode. You can also operate by selecting (View Images) on the LCD monitor. 2.
  • Page 40 Buttons for playback operations : Volume : Previous/Next : Delete : Fast-reverse/fast-forward : Context : Pause/Play : Stop : Play/stop slide show To start playing slide show, select PHOTO from in step 3. : Motion shot video : Motion Interval ADJ Note To prevent your image data from being lost, save all your recorded images on external media periodically.
  • Page 41 1. To the MENU screen 2. Event name 3. To the previous event 4. To the movie/photo recording mode 5. Highlight Movie Maker (*) Highlight Movie Maker will be displayed when Movie format is set to AVCHD. It will not be displayed when an external media device is connected to this product.
  • Page 42 8. To switch between the movie/photo playback screen (VISUAL INDEX) Select the image type ( MOVIE, PHOTO, MOVIE/PHOTO) you want to play. 9. Movie 10. Highlight Movie 11. Photo Note Displayed icons may differ, depending on the model. Hint Reduced-size images which enable you to view many images at the same time on an index screen are called “thumbnails.”...
  • Page 43 You can customize the editing range of Highlight Movie Maker and the background music for highlight movies according to your preference. It is recommended that you use the AC Adaptor when creating highlight movies with Highlight Movie Maker. 1. Open the LCD monitor and press (View Images) to enter the playback mode.
  • Page 44 B: A screen where you can choose to share the created highlight movie on a smartphone or computer is displayed. You will need a Wi-Fi connection* or USB connection to share the highlight movie. HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440 only C: To play back the created highlight movie to check the content. Menu items that you can set...
  • Page 45 Hint You can also edit the highlight movie with "Playmemories Home." You can replace background music files on this product using Music Transfer of "PlayMemories Home." Connect the product with your computer using a USB cable. Start "PlayMemories Home" installed on your computer, then select Music Transfer from the menu bar.
  • Page 46 1. Open the LCD monitor and press (View Images) to enter the playback mode. You can also operate by selecting (View Images) on the LCD monitor. 2. Select at the top right corner of the screen - MP4 - 3. Select to move the desired event to the center ( ) and then select it (...
  • Page 47 Playing MP4 movies (HD movie) (switching the movie format) The format of a movie to be played or edited can be changed on the Event View screen. 1. Press (View Images) to enter the playback mode. 2. Select the movie format you want to play from at the top right corner of the LCD monitor.
  • Page 48 Deleting the selected images Select and delete unnecessary images. 1. Press the button on this product to enter the playback mode. 2. On the Event View screen, select , and then select the movie format you want to delete. An icon other than may be displayed depending on the [ File Format] setting and playback movie format setting.
  • Page 49 To delete the unwanted part of a movie, divide the movie and then delete that part. [34] How to Use Playback Editing images from the playback screen Deleting by date Select unnecessary images by date of recording and delete them. 1.
  • Page 50 This function is available only when [ File Format] is set to [ AVCHD]. 1. Select - [Divide] on the movie playback screen. 2. Select the point where you want to divide the movie into scenes using , and then select A: Returns to the beginning of the selected movie B: Adjusts the dividing point with more precision Note...
  • Page 51 2. Select the scene you want to capture a photo using , and then select The image size of the photo will be [2.1 M]. A: Returns to the beginning of the selected movie B: Adjusts the capturing point with more precision Note You cannot capture photos from a movie saved on a memory card.
  • Page 52 Note XAVC S 4K movies are not compatible with Motion Shot Video. [Motion Shot Video] cannot be saved as movies. Trajectories of a moving object may not be created properly if the object is moving slowly or almost not at all. Hint If this function does not work well, you can use to change the interval of...
  • Page 53 [39] How to Use Playback Using the built-in projector Using the built-in projector (models with the projector) You can use a flat surface such as a wall as a screen to view recorded images using the built-in projector. 1. Face the projector lens towards a surface, such as a wall, and then press PROJECTOR.
  • Page 54 The projected image is larger when the distance between this product and the reflecting surface increase. It is recommended that you place this product further than 0.5 m (1.6 feet) away (approximate distance) from the surface that the images are to be projected onto.
  • Page 55 2. Face the projector lens towards a surface, such as a wall, and then press PROJECTOR. 3. Select [Image from External Device] on the LCD monitor. 4. Select [Project] on the LCD monitor. This screen appears the first time you use the built-in projector after this product is turned on.
  • Page 56 [41] How to Use Playback Playing images on a high definition TV Connecting this product to a high definition TV You can play images recorded in XAVC S or AVCHD movie format, in high definition image quality by connecting this product to a TV with an HDMI jack. 1.
  • Page 57 This product is compatible with the Photo TV HD standard. Photo TV HD allows for highly-detailed, photo-like depiction of subtle textures and colors. By connecting Sony’s Photo TV HD-compatible devices using the HDMI cable(*), a whole new world of photos can be enjoyed in breathtaking HD quality.
  • Page 58: Connecting This Product To A Non-High-Definition

    Do not connect the HDMI OUT jack of this product to an external device HDMI OUT jack, as malfunction may result. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an interface to send both video/audio signals. The HDMI OUT jack outputs high quality images and digital audio.
  • Page 59: Checking The Computer

    F: Play the imported images G: Share images on PlayMemories Online Installing the PlayMemories Home software in your computer PlayMemories Home can be downloaded from the following URL. www.sony.net/pm/ [47] How to Use Saving images with an external device Using the PlayMemories Home...
  • Page 60: Installing The Playmemories Home Software In Your

    1. Access the following download page using an Internet browser on your computer to download the PlayMemories Home software. www.sony.net/pm/ Install the software according to the on-screen instructions. When the installation has completed, PlayMemories Home starts.
  • Page 61: Disconnecting This Product From The

    In this case, you can release the connection without performing the above operations. [50] How to Use Saving images with an external device Using the PlayMemories Home software About the dedicated software for this product You can download the dedicated software from the Sony website. Windows:...
  • Page 62: Creating A Blu-Ray

    Mac: www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/ Note The software that can be used with this product will differ, depending on the countries/regions. [51] How to Use Saving images with an external device Using the PlayMemories Home software Creating a Blu-ray disc You can create a Blu-ray disc with an AVCHD movie previously imported to a computer.
  • Page 63 After inserting the battery pack to this product, connect this product to a wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the device connected. 1. Insert the recording medium in the recording device (a disc recorder, etc.). If your recording device has an input selector, set it to the input mode.
  • Page 64 [53] How to Use Using the Wi-Fi function What you can do with the Wi-Fi function What you can do with the Wi-Fi function (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Explains what you can do using the Wi-Fi function of this product. Saving movies and photos to your computer Transferring movies ( MP4) and photos to your smartphone or tablet...
  • Page 65 Playing images on a TV Live Streaming Multi Camera Control...
  • Page 66 Note The Wi-Fi function of this product cannot be used by connecting to a public wireless network. PlayMemories Mobile is not guaranteed to work on all smartphones and tablets. [54] How to Use Using the Wi-Fi function Controlling via a smartphone Using your smartphone or tablet as a wireless remote commander (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) You can operate this product using your smartphone or tablet as a wireless remote...
  • Page 67 A: SSID B: Password 3. Start PlayMemories Mobile, then on the smartphone screen, select the SSID displayed on the LCD monitor of this product, and then enter the password displayed on the LCD monitor of this product. Connect to this product using your smartphone. 4.
  • Page 68 If PlayMemories Mobile is already installed in your smartphone, update the software to the latest version. 2. Select [Settings] on the smartphone, then select [More…] and place a checkmark next to [NFC]. 3. Enter the recording mode, and then touch (N mark) of this product to (N mark) of your smartphone.
  • Page 69 The operation methods and display screens for the application are subject to change without notice by future upgrades. This application is not guaranteed to work on all smartphones and tablets. If the connections is not made successfully, try the procedures shown in “Connecting to an Android smartphone or tablet.”...
  • Page 70 5. Select the image you want to transfer, and add mark, and then select The SSID and a password are displayed on the LCD monitor of this product. This product is now ready to be connected from your smartphone. A: SSID B: Password 6.
  • Page 71 To select MP4 movies when playing back a movie, see ”Playing MP4 movies (HD movie) (switching the movie format)“ and switch the movie format. If you want to import images recorded on a memory card, insert the memory card to this product, and then select the memory card in [Media Select] (models with the internal memory).
  • Page 72 3. Press the button on this product to enter the playback mode, and then display the image you want to transfer on the LCD monitor of this product. 4. Touch (N mark) of this product to (N mark) of your smartphone. Hold this product and your smartphone together and keep them still for about 1-2 seconds until PlayMemories Mobile starts up on your smartphone.
  • Page 73 You can transfer and save movies and photos to your computer. 1. Install the software on your computer. For Windows: PlayMemories Home http://www.sony.net/pm/ For Mac: Wireless Auto Import http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/ If connecting this product to your computer for the first time after installing...
  • Page 74 4. On the LCD monitor of this product, select - [Wireless] - [ Function] - [Send to Computer]. Images are automatically transferred to and saved on the computer. Only newly recorded images are transferred. Note Do not close the LCD monitor while transferring files. Transferring will be interrupted.
  • Page 75 4. Play a movie or a photo on the TV. Note This function is not available for [ XAVC S HD] movies. This function is available with the DLNA player compatible TVs. You can view images only on TVs that are compatible with the network function (including wired network).
  • Page 76 2. Select the SSID displayed on this product. 3. Enter the password displayed on this product. [61] How to Use Using the Wi-Fi function Connecting a smartphone Connecting to an iPhone or iPad (models with the Wi- Fi/NFC functions) Shows how to connect this product to your iPhone or iPad. Display the SSID and password in advance by selecting [Send to Smartphone] or [Ctrl with Smartphone] on this product.
  • Page 77 2. Select Wi-Fi. 3. Select the SSID displayed on this product. 4. Enter the password displayed on this product. 5. Confirm that the SSID displayed on this product is selected.
  • Page 78 6. Go back to Home and start up PlayMemories Mobile. [62] How to Use Using the Wi-Fi function Connecting a smartphone Connecting to an NFC-enabled smartphone or tablet (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) You can easily connect this product to your NFC-enabled Android smartphone or tablet.
  • Page 79 What you can do with the NFC connection Operations available when you touch this product to an NFC-enabled smartphone differs depending on the status of this product. When this product is in movie/photo recording mode [Ctrl with Smartphone] starts up. When images are being played back on this product [Send to Smartphone] starts up and images being played back are transferred.
  • Page 80 [64] How to Use Using the Wi-Fi function Live Streaming About Live Streaming (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440) Live Streaming is a function to stream real-time video to a video sharing site such as USTREAM, and can be accomplished by using this product with a Wi-Fi router or smartphone capable of tethering.
  • Page 81 [65] How to Use Using the Wi-Fi function Live Streaming Preparing Live Streaming (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440) Configure the network settings on this product and register the video sharing site account and SNS settings using the dedicated application “ PlayMemories Home” installed on your computer, in advance.
  • Page 82 [66] How to Use Using the Wi-Fi function Live Streaming Performing Live Streaming (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440) You can start Live Streaming after the preparation is complete. When Live Streaming for the first time, it is recommended that you rehearse streaming in a prepared environment after setting up with a “PlayMemories Home”...
  • Page 83 2. Press the START/STOP button to start streaming. [Connecting...] and the registered SSID are displayed during streaming preparation then is displayed when Live Streaming starts. 3. Press the START/STOP button again to stop streaming. is flashing until Live Streaming finished. Note For some languages, the onscreen-displays might change to English while using the Live Streaming function.
  • Page 84 In some countries, you cannot connect to Live Streaming sites. Use this function in accordance with the laws of that country. [68] How to Use Using the Wi-Fi function Controlling other cameras through this product Shooting with this product and other cameras with Multi Camera Control (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440)
  • Page 85 This function enables you to record images using this product and several cameras simultaneously by connecting them to Wi-Fi. You can also perform some basic operations of the connected cameras, such as configuring the settings, from this product. Recorded images can be edited with PlayMemories Home, including editing such as creating a PinP (Picture in Picture;...
  • Page 86 movies. By selecting or icons displayed in B in the figure above during shooting, you can check the image being recorded with the connected camera on the LCD monitor of this product. PHOTO or the zoom lever can be used even during shooting with Multi Camera Control.
  • Page 87 You can configure settings for photo shooting of the connected camera. [Flip]: Sets whether to record images upside down. Drive Mode]: Sets the continuous shooting method. Shooting Interval]: Sets the interval of continuous shooting. Self-Timer]: Sets self-timer. Interval shooting settings (displayed when one camera is connected and the Shooting Mode is set to [ Interval Shoot ]) You can set the interval period for consecutive recordings of the interval photo...
  • Page 88 This function works via a Wi-Fi network; therefore there is a slight time difference between the moment this product starts/stops movie recording and the moment the connected devices start/stop movie recording. The upper limit of the recording time for this function is as follows. When [ File Format] is set to [ XAVC S HD], [...
  • Page 89 Note This product displays a character string deleting “DIRECT-“ from the SSID of the camera you want to connect to as the SSID of the camera. When using the Multi Camera Control Function on this product, this product should only be connected to the camera you want to connect to via Wi-Fi and not other Wi-Fi access points.
  • Page 90 Installing PlayMemories Home To edit PinP clips, etc., you need to install PlayMemories Home on your computer. PlayMemories Home can be installed from the following URL. http://www.sony.net/pm/ [72] How to Use Menu operations Using menu items Setting up menu items...
  • Page 91 This product has various menu items under each of 6 (HDR-CX405/CX470)/7 (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440) menu categories. 1. Select 2. Select a category. HDR-CX405/CX470: (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440): 3. Select your desired menu item. Note Select to finish setting the menu or to return to the previous screen.
  • Page 92 [73] How to Use Menu operations Using menu items How to use the keyboard (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440) A keyboard is displayed on the LCD monitor when text needs to be entered. 1. Switch character types. Each time you switch character types, character types are switched among alphabet letters, numerals and symbols.
  • Page 93 Select [abc] and press it once to display “a,” and then enter “a” with To enter “b” and “d,” press [abc] twice to display “b,” and then press [def] once to display “d.” 3. Space Enters a space. 4. Input box The characters you entered are displayed.
  • Page 94 [76] How to Use Menu operations Camera/Mic White Balance You can adjust the color balance to the recording environment. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Manual Settings] - [White Balance] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items (Auto ) (default setting): The white balance is adjusted automatically. If you have changed the battery pack while [Auto] was selected, or taken this product outdoors after inside use (or vice versa), aim this product at a nearby white object for about 10 seconds for better color balance adjustment.
  • Page 95 If the lighting conditions changed by bringing this product outdoors from inside the house, or vice versa, you need to redo the [One Push] procedure to readjust the white balance. Hint You can check the currently selected color balance on the LCD monitor with the color chart.
  • Page 96 You can adjust the focus manually. You can select this function also when you want to focus on a certain subject intentionally. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Manual Settings] - [Focus] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Auto (default setting): The focus is adjusted automatically.
  • Page 97 - [Camera/Mic] - [ Manual Settings] - [IRIS] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Auto (default setting): The IRIS is adjusted automatically. Manual : Adjust the iris by selecting to sharpen the whole image (increase the IRIS parameter), and to sharpen the subject with its background blurred (decrease the IRIS parameter).
  • Page 98 between 1/8 and 1/10,000 seconds in movie recording at 60p/30p between 1/8 and 1/250 seconds in photo recording mode 1080 50i-compatible device between 1/6 and 1/10,000 seconds in movie recording at 50p between 1/6 and 1/215 seconds in photo recording mode Focusing automatically is difficult at lower shutter speed.
  • Page 99 (Auto )(default setting): Adjusts image quality automatically. (Night Scene )(*): Using a tripod (sold separately) allows you to shoot beautiful night scenes. (Sunrise&Sunset )(*): Reproduces the atmosphere of scenes such as sunsets or sunrises. (Fireworks )(*): Takes spectacular shots of fireworks. (Landscape )(*): Shoots distant subjects clearly.
  • Page 100 (Spotlight ): Prevents people’s faces from appearing excessively white when subjects are lit by strong light. (Beach ): Takes the vivid blue of the ocean or a lake. (Snow ): Takes bright pictures of a white landscape. Adjusted to focus on subjects farther away only. Note If you set [Scene Selection], the following settings are canceled.
  • Page 101 Picture Effect Allows you to shoot more impressive images by selecting the desired effect. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Camera Settings] - [Picture Effect] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Off (default setting): Does not use the Picture Effect. (Toy Camera ): Allows you to shoot an image having a unique color tone with its surrounding colors dark.
  • Page 102 Some other functions [84] How to Use Menu operations Camera/Mic Fader You can record a transition with the following effects adding to the interval between scenes. Select the desired effect in [STBY] (to fading in) or [REC] (to fading out) mode. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Camera Settings] - [ Fader] - desired...
  • Page 103 When you press START/STOP, the setting is cleared. [85] How to Use Menu operations Camera/Mic Self-Timer Press PHOTO to start the count down. A photo is recorded after about 10 seconds. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Camera Settings] - [ Self-Timer] - desired setting.
  • Page 104 Records a movie using a more effective SteadyShot function. Standard : This product reduces camera shake using the SteadyShot function in wide- angle shooting. Off ( This product does not use the SteadyShot function. Note The angle of view will be changed after changing the settings of the [ SteadyShot] function.
  • Page 105 You can select the maximum zoom level. Note that the image quality decreases when you use the digital zoom. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Camera Settings] - [Digital Zoom] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Off (default setting): Digital zoom cannot be used. 350: Up to 350 zoom is performed digitally.
  • Page 106 - [Camera/Mic] - [ Face] - [Face Detection] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Auto (default setting): Detects faces. Off ( Does not detect faces. Note Faces may not be detected depending on recording conditions. Hint Recording conditions for better face detection performance are as follows. Shoot in a sufficiently bright place.
  • Page 107 Note Smiles may not be detected depending on recording conditions, subject conditions, and the setting of this product. [92] How to Use Menu operations Camera/Mic Smile Sensitivity Sets the smile detection sensitivity for using the Smile Shutter function. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Face] - [Smile Sensitivity] - desired setting.
  • Page 108 [94] How to Use Menu operations Camera/Mic Wind Noise Reduct. This product records a movie with less wind noise input from the built-in microphone. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Microphone] - [Wind Noise Reduct.] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Off (default setting): Disables wind noise reduction.
  • Page 109 [96] How to Use Menu operations Camera/Mic My Button You can assign functions that you frequently use when recording to one of the My Buttons. - [Camera/Mic] - [ Shooting Assist] - [My Button]. 2. Select the menu item that you want to assign to a My Button using 3.
  • Page 110 Displays the grid lines. Hint Positioning the subject at the cross point of the grid lines makes a balanced composition. The lines are not recorded. The outer frame of grid lines shows the display area of a TV which is not compatible with full pixel display.
  • Page 111 depending on the movie quality selected. - [Image Quality/Size] - [ REC Mode] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items When [ File Format] is set to [ XAVC S HD], [50Mbps ] is fixed for [REC mode]. When [ File Format] is set to [ AVCHD]: Highest Quality...
  • Page 112 [100] How to Use Menu operations Image Quality/Size Frame Rate You can select the frame rate to be used to record XAVC S movies or AVCHD movies. Using 60i(*) or 50i(**) is recommended for standard recording. Set [ Frame Rate] first, before setting [ REC Mode].
  • Page 113 The media that the recorded images can be saved on will depend on the setting of [ REC Mode]. [101] How to Use Menu operations Image Quality/Size Dual Video REC You can set the dual recording mode (recording an MP4 movie during movie recording) to on or off.
  • Page 114 Descriptions of menu items XAVC S HD: Records HD (high definition) images in XAVC S format. This setting is suitable for watching on an HD (high definition) TV. Both recording and playback switches. AVCHD (default setting): Records HD (high definition) images in AVCHD format. This setting is suitable for watching on an HD (high definition) TV and Blu-ray disc recording.
  • Page 115 Ctrl with Smartphone (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440) You can use your smartphone as a wireless remote commander. - [Wireless] - [ Function] - [Ctrl with Smartphone]. [105] How to Use Menu operations Wireless Multi Camera Control (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440) You can control other cameras connected to this product via Wi-Fi.
  • Page 116 [108] How to Use Menu operations Wireless Send to Computer (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440) Transfer images recorded with this product to your computer. 1. Press the button on this product to enter the playback mode. - [Wireless] - [ Function] - [Send to Computer].
  • Page 117 Use the setting when you are on board an airplane. [111] How to Use Menu operations Wireless Multi Camera Ctrl Set (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440) You can set the connection method for Multi Camera Control. - [Wireless] - [ Setting] - [Multi Camera Ctrl Set] - desired setting.
  • Page 118 [113] How to Use Menu operations Wireless WPS Push (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440) If your access point has a WPS button, you can register the access point to this product easily. - [Wireless] - [ Setting] - [WPS Push].
  • Page 119 [114] How to Use Menu operations Wireless Access point settings (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440) You can register your access point manually. Before starting the procedure, check the SSID name, security mode, and password of the access point. The password may be preset in some devices. For details, see the access point operating instructions or contact the administrator.
  • Page 120 For input method, see “How to use the keyboard.” [115] How to Use Menu operations Wireless Edit Device Name (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440) You can change the device name for Wi-Fi Direct etc. - [Wireless] - [ Setting] - [Edit Device Name]. 2. Select the input box, input the device name, and then select Hint For input method, see “How to use the keyboard.”...
  • Page 121 Disp MAC Address (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440) Display the MAC address of this product. - [Wireless] - [ Setting] - [Disp MAC Address]. The MAC address is displayed. [117] How to Use Menu operations Wireless SSID/PW Reset (HDR-CX440/PJ410/PJ440) This product shares the SSID/password for [Multi Connection] of [Multi Camera Ctrl Set], [Send to Smartphone] and [Ctrl with Smartphone] with a device that has permission to connect.
  • Page 122 After resetting the connection information, you must set the smartphone or the access point again. When performing Live Streaming, you have to re-configure the settings with “PlayMemories Home”. [119] How to Use Menu operations Playback Function Event View You can play back recorded images by date of recording (Event View). - [Playback Function].
  • Page 123 [121] How to Use Menu operations Edit/Copy Protect Protect movies and photos to avoid deleting them by mistake. will be displayed on the protected images. 1. Press the button on this product to enter the playback mode. 2. On the Event View screen, select , and then select the movie format you want to protect.
  • Page 124 You can copy images stored on the recording media of this product. The original copy of the image will not be deleted after the copy operation has been completed. After you select [Copy], a display asking you to select the source and the destination for the images to be copied appears.
  • Page 125 Memory Card : Records, plays or edits images on a memory card. Note You cannot select a different recording medium for movies and for photos. [124] How to Use Menu operations Setup Media Info You can check the remaining recordable time and the approximate free and used space of the recording media.
  • Page 126 Protected movies and photos will also be deleted. Make sure not to do the following while [Executing...] is displayed. Open/Close the LCD monitor. Operate buttons on this product. Eject the memory card from this product. Disconnect the AC Adaptor. Remove the battery pack. Hint Perform [Empty] to prevent data on the internal memory from being recovered.
  • Page 127 Repair the image database file when necessary, such as when the image database repair message appears. - [Setup] - [ Media Settings] - [Repair Img. DB F.] - desired recording medium, and select [128] How to Use Menu operations Setup File Number You can select the way to assign file number of photos/MP4 movies.
  • Page 128 Descriptions of menu items Off (default setting): Data code is not displayed. Date/Time : Date Time Camera Data : Movie Photo SteadyShot off White Balance Shutter Speed F-stop Gain Brightness Exposure Note The data code is displayed on the TV screen if you connect this product to a...
  • Page 129 Depending on the recording media condition, [-- -- --] may appear. [130] How to Use Menu operations Setup Volume You can adjust the volume of playback sound. - [Setup] - [ Playback Settings] - [Volume] - adjust the volume using [131] How to Use Menu operations Setup...
  • Page 130 Empty Music (Models with the USB IN/OUT jacks) You can delete all music files stored on this product. - [Setup] - [ Playback Settings] - [Empty Music]. [134] How to Use Menu operations Setup TV Type You need to convert the signal depending on the horizontal to vertical ratio of the TV connected.
  • Page 131 [135] How to Use Menu operations Setup HDMI Resolution Select the output image resolution when connecting this product to a TV with the HDMI cable. - [Setup] - [ Connection] - [HDMI Resolution] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Auto (default setting): Outputs the signal according to the TV automatically.
  • Page 132 [137] How to Use Menu operations Setup USB Connect Select this item if a USB connection does not start even when you connect this product to an external device with the Built-in USB Cable. - [Setup] - [ Connection] - [USB Connect]. [138] How to Use Menu operations Setup...
  • Page 133 If the “Device Stage*” window does not open when you connect this product to a computer equipped with Windows 7 or Windows 8, set [USB Connect Setting] to [Auto]. “Device Stage” is a menu of Windows 7 or Windows 8, that is used to manage devices (camcorder, camera, etc.) that are connected to the computer.
  • Page 134 Improves compatibility with external devices by limiting the functions of the USB connection. - [Setup] - [ Connection] - [USB LUN Setting] - desired setting. Descriptions of menu items Multi (default setting): Use this setting for ordinary operations. Single : Try this setting only if you cannot connect to an external device.
  • Page 135 Descriptions of menu items Normal (default setting): Normal setting (normal brightness). Bright : Select this when the LCD monitor is not bright enough. This adjustment does not affect the recorded images in any way. When using the AC Adaptor, [Monitor Brightness] is set to [Bright] automatically.
  • Page 136 Max: The backlight of the LCD monitor turns dark automatically if you do not attempt to operate this product for more than about 15 seconds. This product turns off automatically if you do not attempt to operate this product for more than about 1 minute.
  • Page 137 Off : The demonstration does not appear. Note In the default setting, the protected demonstration movie is pre-recorded in the Event View. If you delete the demonstration movie, you cannot recover it. A movie you have recorded will be registered as the demonstration movie if it satisfies all of the following conditions.
  • Page 138 Daylight Savings/Summer T ime : Sets the summertime. The clock is set to move the time forward 1 hour. Date & Time : You can set the clock. [149] How to Use Menu operations Setup Area Setting You can adjust a time difference without stopping the clock. Select your local area when using this product in other time zones.
  • Page 139 The charging times are measured without using the USB Connection support cable. [151] How to Use Charging time/recording time of movies/number of recordable photos Expected recording and playback times for individual batteries Expected recording time with NP-BX1 Approximate recording time with NP-BX1 is shown as follows. HDR-CX405/CX440/CX470 Continuous recording time 115 min...
  • Page 140 [152] How to Use Charging time/recording time of movies/number of recordable photos Expected recording and playback times for individual batteries Expected playback time with NP-BX1 Approximate playback time with NP-BX1 is shown as follows. 210 min [153] How to Use Charging time/recording time of movies/number of recordable photos Expected movie recording time and number of recordable photos for the internal...
  • Page 141 The expected recording time when saving on the internal memory is shown as follows. HDR-CX440/PJ440 Dual File Frame Recording REC Mode Video Format Rate time 60p(*)/50p(**) 15 min XAVC 15 min S HD 30p(*)/25p(**) 15 min 60p Quality /50p 60p(*)/50p(**)
  • Page 142 Dual File Frame Recording REC Mode Video Format Rate time 60p(*)/50p(**) 1 h 15 min XAVC 1 h 10 min S HD 30p(*)/25p(**) 1 h 15 min 60p Quality /50p 60p(*)/50p(**) 2 h 35 min Quality 2 h 35 min Highest Quality 3 h 25 min High Quality...
  • Page 143 The expected number of images you can save on the internal memory is shown as follows. HDR-CX440/PJ440 You can record a maximum of 33,500 MP4 movies and photos collectively. HDR-CX470 You can record a maximum of 40,000 MP4 movies and photos collectively...
  • Page 144 Expected recording time of movies The following are expected maximum recordable time of total movie files which can be recorded on the memory card formatted by this product. The recordable time may vary depending on the recording condition and the memory card.
  • Page 145 1080 60i-compatible device 1080 50i-compatible device Note The times shown are recordable times using a Sony memory card. The maximum continuous recording time for a movie is approximately 13 hours. The camcorder uses the VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format to automatically adjust image quality to suit the recording scene.
  • Page 146 LCD monitor during recording. The number of recordable photos of memory card may vary depending on the recording conditions. The unique image processing system of Sony’s BIONZ X allows still image resolution equivalent to the sizes described. [159] How to Use...
  • Page 147 AVCHD: PS: Max. 28 Mbps 1,920 x 1,080 pixels/60p(*) or 1,920 × 1,080 pixels/50p(**), AVC HD 28 M (PS), 16:9 FX: Max. 24 Mbps 1,920 x 1,080 pixels/60i(*) or 1,920 × 1,080 pixels/50i(**), AVC HD 24 M (FX), 16:9 FH: Approx. 17 Mbps (average) 1,920 x 1,080 pixels/60i(*) or 1,920 × 1,080 pixels/50i(**), AVC HD 17 M (FH), 16:9 HQ: Approx.
  • Page 148 What is the A VCHD format? The AVCHD format is a high definition digital video camera format used to record a high definition (HD) signal using efficient data compression coding technology. The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format is adopted to compress video data, and the Dolby Digital or Linear PCM system is used to compress audio data.
  • Page 149 Do not use or keep the memory card in the following locations: Places subject to extremely high temperature, such as a car parked outside in the Places under direct sunlight Places with extremely high humidity or subject to corrosive gases On image data compatibility Image data files recorded on memory card by this product conform to the “Design rule for Camera File system”...
  • Page 150 To charge the battery pack Be sure to charge the battery pack before you start using this product. We recommend that you charge the battery pack in an ambient temperature range of 10 ˚C to 30 ˚C (50 °F to 86 °F) until the POWER/CHG (charge) lamp turns off.
  • Page 151 When the power goes off even though the remaining battery power indicator indicates that the battery pack has enough power to operate, charge the battery pack fully again. Remaining battery power will be indicated correctly. Note, however, that the battery indication will not be restored if it is used in high temperatures for a long time, or if left in a fully charged state, or when the battery pack is frequently used.
  • Page 152 product. Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the copyright laws. LCD monitor The LCD monitor is manufactured using extremely high-precision technology, so over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue, or green in color) that appear constantly on the LCD monitor.
  • Page 153 If any solid object or liquid gets inside the casing, unplug your product and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any further. Avoid rough handling, disassembling, modifying, physical shock, or impact such as hammering, dropping or stepping on the product. Be particularly careful with the lens.
  • Page 154 While using this product, the back of the LCD monitor may heat up. This is not a malfunction. ZEISS lens This product is equipped with a ZEISS lens, which was developed jointly by ZEISS, in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and produces superior images. It...
  • Page 155 adopts the MTF(*) measurement system for video cameras and offers a quality typical of a ZEISS lens. MTF= Modulation Transfer Function. The number value indicates the amount of light from a subject coming into the lens. On the pre-installed rechargeable battery This product has a pre-installed rechargeable battery to retain the date, time, and other settings even when the LCD monitor is closed.
  • Page 156 We recommend using genuine Sony accessories. Genuine Sony accessories may not be available in some countries/regions. [167] How to Use Additional information Handling of this product On moisture condensation If this product is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside this product.
  • Page 157 Even if you delete all movies and still images, or perform [Format], data on the internal memory may not be completely erased. It is recommended that you perform [Empty] to prevent the recovery of your data. For the network related information on this product, perform [ Network Info Reset] to reset the connection information.
  • Page 158 If the casing and the projector lens are very dirty, clean the casing of this product and the lens with a soft cloth lightly moistened with water, and then wipe the casing and the projector lens with a dry soft cloth. Avoid the following so as not to deform the casing, damage the finish or scratch the lens: Using chemicals such as thinner, benzine, alcohol, chemical cloths, insect repellent,...
  • Page 159 Refer to “On TV color systems” for countries and regions where the playback signal format of this product is supported. Viewing high definition image quality (HD) movies In countries/regions where high definition image quality (HD) broadcasts are supported, you can view recorded movies on a TV at the same high definition image quality (HD) as they were recorded with this product.
  • Page 160 Memory Stick XC-HG Duo, , MagicGate, , MagicGate Memory Stick and MagicGate Memory Stick Duo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. BIONZ X is a trademark of Sony Corporation. BRAVIA and Photo TV HD are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
  • Page 161 iPhone and iPad are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. iOS is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. Intel, Pentium and Intel Core are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries. Android and Google Play are trademarks of Google Inc.
  • Page 162 GPL/LGPL. Source code is provided on the web. Use the following URL to download it. http://oss.sony.net/Products/Linux We would prefer you do not contact us about the contents of source code. Copies of the licenses (in English) are stored in the internal memory of this product.
  • Page 163 3. Perform [Initialize]. If you select [Initialize], all settings, including the clock setting, are reset. 4. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Note You may need to initialize or change the current internal memory (Models with the internal memory) of this product depending on the problem.
  • Page 164 However, your Sony dealer will neither copy nor retain your data. [179] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Overall operations The power does not turn on. Insert a charged battery pack to this product. The plug of the AC Adaptor has been disconnected from a wall outlet (wall socket).
  • Page 165 [183] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Overall operations A rattling noise is heard when this product is shaken. If no noise is heard when this product is turned on and is in movie/photo recording mode, the noise is produced by the movement of the internal lens. This is not a malfunction.
  • Page 166 Insert the battery pack to this product correctly. If the problem persists, disconnect the AC Adaptor from a wall outlet (wall socket) and contact your Sony dealer. The battery pack may be damaged. [188] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Batteries/power sources The remaining battery power is not displayed correctly.
  • Page 167 The ambient temperature is too high or low. This is not a malfunction. The battery pack has not been charged enough. Fully charge the battery again. If the problem persists, replace the battery pack with a new one. [190] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Monitor Menu items are grayed out.
  • Page 168 The backlight of the LCD monitor turns off if you do not attempt to operate this product for a while. In the default setting, the backlight of the LCD monitor turns off automatically if you do not attempt to operate this product for more than about 1 minute ([Power Save]).
  • Page 169 The playback device does not support the playing back of memory cards. [199] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Recording Pressing START/STOP or PHOTO does not record images. The playback screen is displayed. Stop playback, and select [Shooting Mode] - [Movie] or [Photo]. This product is recording the image you have just shot on the recording media. You cannot make new recording during this period.
  • Page 170 [202] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Recording The imaging field looks different. The imaging field may look different depending on the condition of this product. This is not a malfunction. [203] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Recording The actual recording time for movies is less than the expected recording time of the recording media.
  • Page 171 The auto focus does not function. Set [Focus] to [Auto]. If auto focus does not lock to on the subject, adjust the focus manually. [207] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Recording SteadyShot does not function. Set [ SteadyShot] to [Intelligent Active], [Active] or [Standard], or set [ SteadyShot] to [On].
  • Page 172 [210] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Recording Horizontal stripes appear on the images. This occurs when recording images under a fluorescent lamp, sodium lamp, or mercury lamp. This is not a malfunction. [211] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Recording [Monitor Brightness] cannot be set. You cannot set [Monitor Brightness] when: The LCD monitor is closed on this product with the LCD monitor facing out.
  • Page 173 [214] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Playback Photos cannot be played back. You may not be able to play back photos if you have changed file or folder names, or have edited the data on a computer. (The file name flashes in that case.) This is not a malfunction.
  • Page 174 Turn up the volume. [218] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wi-Fi The wireless access point you want to connect to does not appear. (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Depending on the signal conditions, the wireless access point may not appear on this product. Move this product closer to the wireless access point. Depending on its setting, the wireless access point may not appear on this product.
  • Page 175 [221] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wi-Fi Cannot transfer movies to your smartphone. (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) To send a movie to your smartphone, be sure to record it in the MP4 format. Before shooting a movie to be transferred to a smartphone, set [Dual Video REC] to [On].
  • Page 176 The NFC connection does not work. (models with the Wi-Fi/NFC functions) Change the position of the compatible device to reduce the distance between (N mark) on the smartphone and (N mark) on this product. If this still does not solve the problem, move the smartphone a few millimeters, or move the smartphone away from this product and wait for 10 seconds or more before touching again.
  • Page 177 [227] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Editing movies/photos on this product The demonstration movies cannot be deleted. (models with the internal memory) Release the protection, and then delete them. [228] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Playback on a TV Neither image nor sound is played on the connected TV. Images are not output from the HDMI OUT jack, if copyright protection signals are recorded in the images.
  • Page 178 [231] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Playback on a TV Black bands appear at the top and bottom of the LCD monitor of the 4:3 TV. This happens when viewing an image on a 4:3 TV. This is not a malfunction. [232] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Copying/Connecting to other devices Images are not copied correctly.
  • Page 179 If indicators appear on the LCD monitor, check the following. If the problem persists even after you have tried to fix a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. In this case, when you contact them, give them all the numbers of the error code beginning with C or E.
  • Page 180 (Warning indicator pertaining to the temperature of this product/battery pack ) The temperature of the product/battery pack is high. In this case, leave the power off and wait until the temperature of the product/battery pack goes down. (Warning indicator pertaining to memory card) Slow flashing Free spaces for recording images are running out.
  • Page 181 When an item of [Picture Effect] is selected. When [ SteadyShot] is set to [Intelligent Active]. [237] Troubleshooting Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators Error messages during Live Streaming Error messages during Live Streaming (HDR- CX440/PJ410/PJ440) If any trouble occurs when connecting to Live Streaming, the following messages appear.
  • Page 182 The saving settings of video cannot be saved to USTREAM because an error has occurred on the network. Could not find an access point. Access point cannot be found. Confirm the setting of the access point using [Access point settings] of this product. [Network Service] USTREAM error occurred.
  • Page 183 new information, playing back the old recorded images may become possible. If it does not work, copy the image using the PlayMemories Home software. There is no Image Database File Movies cannot be recorded or played Create a new file? There is no HD movie management information.
  • Page 184 The size of the inserted memory card is not sufficient for copying the movie(s). Use the recommended memory card. Restoring data... Writing data onto the media of this product has failed. Attempts were made to recover the data, but they were unsuccessful. Cannot recover data.
  • Page 185 You tried to delete protected data. Release the protection of the data.

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