Sony FDR-AX53 Manual page 3

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output. Using the Menu > Camera/Mic settings pane, you can manually adjust settings

including white balance, exposure, aperture, image stabilization, and more. You can also

customize the function of the manual ring (the ring around the end of the camera) between

zoom, focus, or several other functions.

This camera has a built-in 5.1-channel microphone. If you want to record your video with

surround sound, set the

settings) is set to 5.1ch Surround. Note that surround sound playback requires equipment

and software which supports it.

For more information about the more advanced capabilities of the FDR-AX53, refer to the

online help guide, available here.

Connecting to a computer

When you're ready to copy your pictures to a computer, remove the SD card and connect it

to your computer:

Open the SD card ﬂap, found on the left side of the camera, covered by the fold-out

screen.

Push the SD card in to release it from the catch, then remove it.

Using the supplied SD card reader, or your computer's built-in SD card slot if it has

one, connect the card to your computer.

Using your video editing software, such as iMovie, Adobe Premiere, or Final Cut,

import the recordings from your computer.

Eject the drive from your computer and remove the card once it is safely ejected.

Replace the SD card in the camera, taking care to orient it with the label facing the

battery, and push it in until it clicks.

Close the door ﬂap.

Charging

The FDR-AX53 does not come with a separate battery charger; rather, the battery is

charged by plugging the camera in to a power source. Use the included power adapter to

connect the camera to power. The cord plugs into the "DC IN" port just to the bottom-right

of the battery.

Using the optional accessories

The camera kit comes with some accessories which may be useful.

RØDE VideoMicro microphone

To use the microphone with the camera, attach it using the mount.

Open the shoe mount cover on the top of the camera: pull up on the right side of the

plate and make sure the ﬂap lies fully open to the left.

Slide the mic holder into the mount and tighten the circular dial to secure it in place

(take care not to tighten it more than necessary, as it will run into the ﬂap and could

damage the hinge).

format

to AVCHD, and ensure the Audio Mode (in Camera/Mic