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Mobile HD Snap Camera
MHS-CM5
© 2010 Sony Corporation
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Getting started
Basic Operations
Using with your
computer
Using functions for
shooting
Using functions for
viewing
Customizing the settings
Viewing images on a TV
Troubleshooting
Others
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  • Page 1 Table of contents Getting started Basic Operations Using with your computer Using functions for shooting Using functions for viewing Customizing the settings Viewing images on a TV Troubleshooting Others Index Handbook Mobile HD Snap Camera MHS-CM5 © 2010 Sony Corporation 4-167-124-11(1)

  • Page 2: Notes On Using Your Camera

    Notes on using your camera Types of memory cards you can use with is not fully charged, you can use the partially charged capacity of the battery as is. your camera • If you do not intend to use the camera for a long •...
  • Page 3 Notes on using your camera Note on disposal/transfer • Do not use the camera near a location that generates strong radio waves or emits radiation. • When using software embedded in the camera, The camera may not be able to record or play personal information such as IDs and mail back properly.
  • Page 4 Notes on using your camera About this Handbook • The photographs used as examples of pictures in this Handbook are reproduced images, and are not actual images shot using this camera. • Design and specifications of recording media and other accessories are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 5: Enjoying The Camera

    Enjoying the camera Enjoying high definition images The movies shot with this camera will be recorded in MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Main Profile, approximately 30 frames per second, Progressive, AAC LC, “MP4 format”. – MPEG: Movie Picture Experts Group – AVC: Advanced Video Codec What is “MPEG-4 AVC/H.264”? MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 is a standard of video camera, which uses highly efficient image compression encoding technology to record HD (high definition) images.

  • Page 6: How To Handle The Camera

    How to handle the camera When carrying the camera, close the LCD screen as illustrated. • Be careful not to block the lens with your finger when shooting. • Do not hold the camera by only holding the battery/memory card cover, USB jack, jack •...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Notes on using your camera ..............2 Enjoying the camera..................5 How to handle the camera ................6 Identifying parts..................10 Indicators on the screen ................11 Getting started Checking the accessories supplied ............14 1 Preparing the battery pack ..............15 2 Inserting the memory card ..............18 3 Turning the camera on/setting the language and clock .......19 Basic Operations Shooting images..................21...
  • Page 8 Table of contents Using functions for viewing Viewing menu ..................41 (Delete): Allows you to select and delete unwanted images (Slideshow): Playing back a series of images (Protect): Preventing accidental erasure (Rotate): Rotating a still image (Setup): Changing Setup items Customizing the settings Using Setup items...................
  • Page 9 Table of contents Others On the “Memory Stick” media ..............62 On the battery ..................64 Precautions .....................65 Specifications ..................66 Index Index......................67...

  • Page 10: Identifying Parts

    Identifying parts L Zoom lever See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. For shooting: Zoom (W/T) (24) For viewing: Playback zoom/ (Index) (26) M Multi-selector Menu on: (27) Menu off: DISP/ (24) N Jack cover O HDMI OUT jack (52) •...

  • Page 11: Indicators On The Screen

    Indicators on the screen When you tilt the multi-selector to v (DISP) repeatedly, the display changes Display Indication (page 23). Battery remaining (16) Indicators on the screen disappear after about 5 seconds with the default settings in Low battery warning (60) effect when you purchased this camera.
  • Page 12 Indicators on the screen Display Indication (38) Image size [00:00:05] Remaining recordable time (38) Movie recording (red) 01:23 Recording time (39) Information on the movie settings appears near the (Movie) icon. Note • Indicators and their positions are approximate and differ from what you actually see.
  • Page 13 Indicators on the screen When playing back still images Display Indication Battery remaining (16) Image size (38) Protect (42) VOL. (25) Volume When playing back movies Zoom scaling Low battery warning (60) Display Indication Playback bar 00:00:00 Counter 2010-1-1 Recorded date/time of the playback image 9:30 AM BACK/...

  • Page 14: Getting Started

    Getting started Checking the accessories supplied • Rechargeable battery pack NP-BK1 (1) • Lens cap (1) • A/V connecting cable (1) Mounted on the lens at factory. • CD-ROM (1) – “PMB” (software, including “PMB Help”) – bloggie Handbook (PDF) •...

  • Page 15: Preparing The Battery Pack

    1 Preparing the battery pack Power/Charge lamp USB connection support cable (supplied) AC Adaptor Power cord (Mains lead) Open the battery/memory card cover and insert the battery pack into this camera, then close the cover. • Insert the battery pack as far as it will go, then press the back of the battery pack gently until it clicks. Connect the camera to the computer that is turned on with the USB connection support cable (supplied).
  • Page 16 1 Preparing the battery pack To remove the battery pack Slide the battery eject lever. Be sure not to drop the battery. Charging time Full charge time Approx. 300 min. • Time required to charge a fully depleted battery at a temperature of 25°C (77°F). Charging may take longer under certain circumstances or conditions.
  • Page 17 1 Preparing the battery pack • It takes about one minute until the correct battery remaining indicator appears. • The displayed battery remaining indicator may not be correct under certain circumstances. • If the camera is running on battery power and you do not operate the camera for about five minutes, the camera turns off automatically to prevent wearing down the battery (Auto power off function).

  • Page 18: Inserting The Memory Card

    2 Inserting the memory card Be careful of the direction of Battery/memory the notched corner. card cover Open the cover. Insert the memory card all the way until it clicks, with its notched corner directed downward as shown in the illustration. Close the cover.

  • Page 19: Turning The Camera On/Setting The Language And Clock

    3 Turning the camera on/setting the language and clock Power/Charge lamp LCD screen MENU button Multi-selector Open the LCD screen to turn the power on. • The Power/Charge lamp lights up in green. • Open the LCD screen up to a 90 degrees angle from the camera (1), then rotate it to the desired angle (2).
  • Page 20 3 Turning the camera on/setting the language and clock Set the clock with the multi-selector. 1 Select the date display format with v/V, then press the multi-selector. 2 Select each item with b/B and set the numeric value with v/V. 3 Select [OK] with B, then press the multi-selector.

  • Page 21: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations Shooting images Zoom lever Power/Charge lamp (Movie) button (Photo) button (Movie) button You can use this button when you open the LCD screen. Multi-selector MENU button Open the LCD screen to turn the power on. • The Power/Charge lamp lights up in green. Confirm the composition.
  • Page 22 Shooting images Start shooting. When shooting still images: 1 Press and hold (Photo) button halfway down to focus. When the focus is set on the subject, the AF range finder frame (green) appears. A beep sound is heard, and the z (AE/AF lock) indicator (green) lights on the lower center, little toward the left side of the screen.
  • Page 23 Shooting images Changing the screen display v (DISP) (Screen display) button When you tilt the multi-selector to v (DISP) repeatedly, the display changes as follows. AUTO • Indicators on the screen disappear after about 5 seconds with the default settings in effect when you purchased the camera.
  • Page 24 Shooting images Useful functions for shooting Using the zoom Slide the zoom lever toward T to zoom in, slide the zoom lever toward W to zoom out. You can use the Digital Zoom function by pressing MENU and selecting (Setup) (Shooting Settings) [Digital Zoom].

  • Page 25: Viewing Images

    Viewing images Power/Charge lamp Zoom lever (Play) button MENU button Multi-selector Open the LCD screen to turn the power on. • The Power/Charge lamp lights up in green. Press (Play) button to set the camera to playback mode. • Index screen appears. Select the image you want to playback with the multi-selector tilt to v/V/b/B.
  • Page 26 Viewing images To view an enlarged image (playback zoom) Slide the zoom lever toward T while displaying a still image. To undo the zoom, slide the zoom lever toward W. Adjust the position: v/V/b/B Cancel playback zoom: Press the multi-selector. To return to the index screen Slide the zoom lever toward (Index) while displaying a still image or pausing the playback...

  • Page 27: Using The Menu Items

    Using the menu items MENU button Multi-selector Press MENU to display the menu. • The menu will be displayed only during shooting and playback mode. • Different items will become visible depending on the selected mode. Select the desired menu item with the multi-selector tilt to v/V. Select a setting with v/V, then press the multi-selector.

  • Page 28: Menu Items

    Menu items The available menu items vary depending on the camera mode. The shooting menu is available only in the shooting mode, and the viewing menu is available only in the playback mode. Only the available items are displayed on the screen. Menu for shooting (page 38) Photo Size...

  • Page 29: Using With Your Computer

    Using with your computer Using with your computer “PMB” and other applications are contained on the CD-ROM (supplied) to allow more versatile use of images shot with your camera. Recommended computer environment (Windows) The following computer environment is recommended when using the supplied software “PMB”or “PMB Portable”...
  • Page 30 Using with your computer Note on playback of movie files (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264) To play back and editing movie files (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264) recorded by the camera, you need to install the software compatible with MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 or “PMB” on your computer. •...

  • Page 31: Connecting The Camera To The Computer

    Connecting the camera to the computer Connect the camera as illustrated below. 1 Turn the power on. USB connection support cable (supplied) 2 To the USB jack 3 To a USB jack of the computer “PMB” allows you to easily import images. For details on “PMB”...

  • Page 32: Deleting The Usb Connection

    Connecting the camera to the computer Deleting the USB connection Perform the procedures from step 1 to 3 below before: • Removing a memory card. • Inserting a memory card into the camera after copying images from the internal memory. •...

  • Page 33: Uploading Videos And Still Images To Media Services

    Uploading videos and still images to media services The application software “PMB Portable” is pre-installed on the camera. You can do the following using “PMB Portable”. • You can easily upload videos and still images to media services, such as a blog. •...
  • Page 34 Services. • Your requests for the websites are redirected by the Sony servers. You may not be able to access the desired websites, depending on various circumstances, such as server maintenance.
  • Page 35 Uploading videos and still images to media services • If we terminate the services provided by the Sony servers, we will notify you of the termination of the service on the Sony website in advance. • We may record the URLs to which you are redirected by the Sony servers, and utilize the collected information for the improvement of the products or services offered by Sony.

  • Page 36: Using The Software

    Using the software Installing “PMB (Picture Motion Browser)” Turn on your computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive. The installation menu screen appears. • If it does not appear, double-click [Computer] (in Windows XP, [My Computer]) (SONYPMB). •...
  • Page 37 Using the software Notes • Log on as Administrator. • When “PMB” is started up for the first time, the confirmation message of the Information tool appears on the screen. Select [Start]. z Introduction to “PMB” • “PMB” allows you to import images shot with the camera to a computer for display. Make a USB connection between the camera and your computer, and click [Import].

  • Page 38: Using Functions For Shooting

    • The number of still images may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the memory card. • When the number of remaining shootable images is greater than 9,999, the “>9999” indicator appears. • When images recorded using earlier Sony models are played back on this camera, the display may differ from the actual image size.

  • Page 39: Movie Size: Selecting The Movie Size According To Use

    For details on the operation 1 page 27 Shooting menu Movie Size: Selecting the movie size according to use Movie image size Usage guidelines Shoot HD (high definition) quality movies in sizes suited 1920 × 1080 30P for display on computer or high definition TV Shoots the rapidly moving action scenes such as sports 1280 ×...

  • Page 40: Steadyshot: Allows You To Reduce Camera Shake When Shooting Images

    For details on the operation 1 page 27 Shooting menu Your camera uses the VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format to automatically adjust image quality to suit the recording scene. This technology causes fluctuations in the recording time of the memory card. Movies containing quickly moving and complex images are recorded at a higher bit rate, and this reduces the overall recording time.

  • Page 41: Using Functions For Viewing

    Using functions for viewing Viewing menu The function in viewing mode using MENU button are described below. For details on how to operate the menu, see page 27. When the mode has been set to REC, switch it to playback with (Play) button.

  • Page 42: (Protect): Preventing Accidental Erasure

    For details on the operation 1 page 27 Viewing menu Interval 1 sec Sets the slide show interval. 3 sec 5 sec 10 sec Repeat Plays back images in a continuous loop. After all the images have been played back, the slide show ends.

  • Page 43: (Setup): Changing Setup Items

    For details on the operation 1 page 27 Viewing menu 4 Select [Rotate] with v/V, then press the multi-selector. 5 Select [ ], then rotate the image with b/B. 6 Select [OK] with v/V, then press the multi-selector. • You cannot rotate the following types of images. –...

  • Page 44: Customizing The Settings

    Customizing the settings Using Setup items You can change the default settings using the Setup screen. MENU button Multi-selector Press MENU to display the menu. Tilt the multi-selector to v/V to select (Setup). Tilt to v/V/b/B to select the item you want to set. The selected item is highlighted.

  • Page 45: Shooting Settings

    For details on the operation 1 page 44 Shooting Settings The default settings are marked with Digital Zoom Selects the digital zoom mode. The camera enlarges the image using optical zoom (up to 5×). When the zoom scale exceeds 5×, the camera uses digital zoom. The camera enlarges up to the total zoom scale of approximately 20×, including the optical zoom 5×.

  • Page 46: Main Settings 1/2

    For details on the operation 1 page 44 Main Settings 1/2 The default settings are marked with Beep Selects the sound produced when you operate the camera. Turns on the beep sound when you press the multi-selector, (Movie) (Photo) button or button.

  • Page 47: Main Settings 2/2

    For details on the operation 1 page 44 Main Settings 2/2 The default settings are marked with LUN Settings Allows you to select the settings for the display method of images on the recording media set in a connected equipment, such as a computer, when the camera is connected to a computer or AV equipment with a USB connection.

  • Page 48: Memory Card Tool

    For details on the operation 1 page 44 Memory Card Tool This item appears only when the memory card is inserted in the camera. Format Formats the memory card. To ensure stable operation of the memory cards, we recommend that you format the memory card the first time you use it with this camera.

  • Page 49: Internal Memory Tool

    For details on the operation 1 page 44 Internal Memory Tool This item appears only when the memory card is not inserted in the camera. Format Formats data stored in the internal memory. • Note that formatting irrevocably erases all data in the internal memory, including even protected images. 1 Select [Format] with the multi-selector tilt to v/V/b/B, then tilt to B.

  • Page 50: Clock Settings

    For details on the operation 1 page 44 Clock Settings Clock Settings Sets the date and time. 1 Select [Clock Settings] with the multi-selector tilt to v/V, then press the multi-selector or tilt to 2 Select the date display format with v/V, then press the multi-selector. 3 Select each item with b/B and set the numeric value with v/V.

  • Page 51: Viewing Images On A Tv

    Viewing images on a TV Viewing images on a TV You can view images on a TV screen by connecting the camera to a TV. The connection or the image quality (HD (high definition)/SD (standard definition)) varies depending on the type of TV or input jacks the camera is connected to. •...
  • Page 52 Viewing images on a TV Connecting to a high definition TV Images recorded with HD (high definition) image quality are played back with HD (high definition) image quality. Images recorded with SD (standard definition) image quality are played back with SD (standard definition) image quality. HDMI jack COMPONENT AUDIO HDMI OUT jack...
  • Page 53 Viewing images on a TV When connecting to your TV via a VCR Connect your camera to the LINE IN input on the VCR using the A/V connecting cable. Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE (VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, etc.). When your TV is monaural (When your TV has only one audio input jack) Connect the yellow plug of the A/V connecting cable to the video input jack and connect the white (left channel) or red (right channel) plug to the audio input jack of your TV or VCR.

  • Page 54: Troubleshooting

    3 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. When repairing the camera, we may check a minimum amount of data stored on the internal memory in order to improve the condition. However, Sony dealer will neither copy nor save your data.

  • Page 55: Battery And Power

    Troubleshooting Battery and power Cannot turn on the camera. The remaining battery is low or depleted. • Connect the camera to a computer that is turned on, and charge the battery fully (page 15). – If you cannot turn on the camera, even after you have charged the battery, remove the battery –...

  • Page 56: Shooting Still Images/Movies

    Troubleshooting The power turns off suddenly. If you do not operate the camera for about five minutes while the power is on, the camera • turns off automatically to prevent wearing down the battery. Turn on the camera again. • The power may go off automatically to protect the camera depending on the temperature of the camera or the battery pack.

  • Page 57: Viewing Images

    Troubleshooting The recording date is not superimposed on an image. This camera does not have a feature for superimposing dates on images. • The screen is too dark or too bright. • Adjust the brightness of the LCD backlight (page 46). Dots appear and remain on the screen.

  • Page 58: Computers

    Troubleshooting The top, bottom, right, and left edges of images may be trimmed slightly when you play back on a connected TV. The LCD screen of the camera can display recording images across the entire screen (full • pixel display). However, this may cause slight trimming of the top, bottom, right, and left edges of images when played back on a TV which is not compatible with full pixel display.

  • Page 59: Memory Card

    Troubleshooting Memory card Cannot insert a memory card. Insert it in the correct direction. • You have formatted a memory card by mistake. • All the data on the memory card is deleted by formatting. You cannot restore it. Internal memory Cannot playback or record images using the internal memory.

  • Page 60: Warning Indicators And Messages

    Warning indicators and messages Messages Cannot access memory card Access denied If the following messages appear, follow You are using a memory card with the • the instructions. access controlled. Error formatting internal memory The battery level is low. Charge the •...
  • Page 61 Warning indicators and messages Cannot create more folders Operation cannot be executed in unsupported files The folder with a name beginning with • “999” exists on the memory card. You Processing and other editing functions • cannot create any folders if this is the of the camera cannot be performed on case.

  • Page 62: Others

    Others On the “Memory Stick” media “Memory Stick” media is a compact, • It is recommended you make a back-up of important data on the hard disk of a computer. portable IC recording medium with a large • Do not attach a label or the like on “Memory data capacity.
  • Page 63 On the “Memory Stick” media On the “Memory Stick Duo” media On image data compatibility adaptor • Image data files recorded on “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media by your camera conform to • When using “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media the “Design rule for Camera File system”...

  • Page 64: On The Battery

    On the battery On charging the battery the end of its life. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. • We recommend charging the battery in an • The battery life varies according to how it is ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C...

  • Page 65: Precautions

    Precautions Do not use/store the camera in the On moisture condensation following places If the camera is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, moisture may condense inside or • In an extremely hot, cold or humid place outside the camera.

  • Page 66: Specifications

    Duo”, , “Memory Recording media: Internal Memory (approx. Stick Micro”, “MagicGate”, and 26 MB), “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media, are trademarks of Sony SD memory card, SDHC memory card (Class Corporation. 4, 6, 10) • Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and...

  • Page 67: Index

    Index Index Numerics 4:3 TV........51 Identifying parts ....10 Rechargeable battery ..14, 66 Index screen ......25 Rotate........42 Indicator ....... 11 A/V connecting cable ...51 Initialize ....... 46 A/V OUT jack.......51 Screen Install........36 AE/AF lock indicator....22 Indicator ......11 Internal Memory Tool ..49 AF range finder frame ..22 LCD backlight ....46 Self-timer......24...
  • Page 68 Index Notes on the License THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER TO (i) ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC STANDARD (“AVC VIDEO”) AND (ii) DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED...
  • Page 69 Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website.
  • Page 70 Press and hold the battery eject lever and insert the battery pack, then close Press the (Photo) button. [I Agree]. “PMB Portable” starts up. USB connection support cable (Sony Corporation 1-836-378-) (1) the cover. Wrist strap (1) Open the jack cover, and connect the camera to the computer with the USB...
  • Page 71 Maintenez le levier d’ é jection de la batterie enfoncé et insérez la batterie, puis Appuyez sur la touche (Photo). [PMBP_Win.exe]. Câble prenant en charge la connexion USB (Sony Corporation 1-836-378-) (1) fermez le cache. Cliquez sur [PMB Portable] (sous Windows XP, [PMB Portable] ‚ [OK]). Dragonne (1) Ouvrez le cache de la prise et raccordez l’appareil photo à...

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