Page 1 Help Guide Digital Still Camera DSC-HX400/HX400V Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about your product. How to Use Before Use Confirming the operation method Shooting Using shooting functions Viewing Changing settings Using Wi-Fi functions...
Page 2 Troubleshooting If you have problems Troubleshooting Messages Situations this product has difficulty handling List of Topics How to Use Troubleshooting Notes on use 4-530-686-12(1) Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table Of Contents How to Use ............................. Before Use ..........................Identifying parts ........................ List of icons on the screen ....................Using the shoulder strap ....................Adjusting the viewfinder (diopter-adjustment) ..............About the [In-Camera Guide] .................... About the shooting advice ....................Confirming the operation method .....................
Page 4 Flash Comp........................ Switching the screen display (Shooting) ................Selecting still image size/image quality ................Image Size (still image) ....................Aspect Ratio (still image) .................... Quality (still image) ..................... Panorama: Size ......................Panorama: Direction ....................Adjusting the focus ......................Changing the focus method using the zoom/focus switch ..........
Page 5 Adjusting color tones ......................White Balance ......................Capturing a basic white color in .................. Selecting an effect mode ....................Picture Effect ......................Creative Style ......................Recording movies ....................... File Format (movie) ..................... Record Setting (movie) ....................SteadyShot (movie) ....................Micref Level ........................
Page 6 Playing back movies ....................Motion Shot Video ...................... Playing back panoramic images ..................Specify Printing ......................... Using viewing functions ...................... View Mode ........................Slide Show ........................ Rotate ........................Protect ........................4K Still Image PB ...................... Viewing images on a TV .....................
Page 7 File Number ......................Select REC Folder ....................New Folder ....................... Folder Name ......................Recover Image DB ....................Display Media Info....................Version ........................Setting Reset ......................Using Wi-Fi functions ........................ Connecting this product and a Smartphone ............... PlayMemories Mobile ....................Connecting an Android smartphone to this product ..........
Page 8 Starting the applications ..................... Launching the downloaded application ..............Managing the applications ....................Uninstalling applications ................... Changing the order of applications ................Confirming the account information of PlayMemories Camera Apps ....... Viewing on computers ......................Recommended computer environment ................Using the software ......................
Page 9 Troubleshooting ..........................Troubleshooting ........................Battery pack and power ....................You cannot insert the battery pack into the product..........You cannot turn on the product................The power turns off suddenly................... The remaining battery level indicator shows an incorrect level.........
Page 10 It takes time to triangulate although the GPS assist data is taken in. ( DSC-HX400V) ......................The location information has not been recorded. (DSC-HX400V) ......Wi-Fi ..........................You cannot find the wireless access point to be connected........[WPS Push] does not work..................
Page 11: How To Use
Digital Still Camera DSC-HX400/HX400V How to Use Before Use Names of parts Identifying parts Icons and indicators List of icons on the screen Using the strap Using the shoulder strap Adjusting the viewfinder Adjusting the viewfinder (diopter-adjustment) In-Camera guide About the [In-Camera Guide]...
Page 12 Confirming the operation method Using the control button Using MENU items Using the Fn (Function) button Shooting Shooting still images/movies Shooting still images Shooting movies Selecting a shooting mode List of mode dial functions Intelligent Auto Superior Auto About Scene Recognition The advantages of automatic shooting Program Auto iSweep Panorama...
Page 13 Zoom The zoom features available with this product Zoom Setting About zoom scale Using the flash Using flash Flash Mode Flash Comp. Selecting a screen display mode Switching the screen display (Shooting) Selecting still image size/image quality Image Size (still image) Aspect Ratio (still image) Quality (still image) Panorama: Size...
Page 14 Peaking Color Lock-on AF Lock-on AF (On) AF Illuminator (still image) Adjusting the exposure Exposure Comp. Metering Mode Exposure Set. Guide Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-timer) Drive Mode Cont. Shooting Self-timer Self-portrait Self-timer(Cont) Cont. Bracket WB bracket Selecting the ISO sensitivity Multi Frame NR Correcting the brightness or contrast D-Range Opt.
Page 15 Capturing a basic white color in [Custom Setup] mode Selecting an effect mode Picture Effect Creative Style Recording movies File Format (movie) Record Setting (movie) SteadyShot (movie) Micref Level Wind Noise Reduct. Auto Slow Shut. (movie) MOVIE Button Customizing the shooting functions for convenient use Memory Function Menu Set.
Page 16: Playing Back Movies
Auto Review FINDER/MONITOR Viewing Viewing still images Playing back images Playback zoom Image Index Switching the screen display (during playback) Deleting images Deleting a displayed image Deleting multiple selected images Playing back movies Playing back movies Motion Shot Video Viewing panoramic images Playing back panoramic images Printing Specify Printing...
Page 17 Protect 4K Still Image PB Viewing images on a TV Viewing images on an HD TV Viewing images on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV Changing settings Setup menu Monitor Brightness Volume Settings Audio signals GPS On/Off (DSC-HX400V) GPS Auto Time Cor. (DSC-HX400V) GPS Auto Area Adj.
Page 18 USB Power Supply Language Date/Time Setup Area Setting Format File Number Select REC Folder New Folder Folder Name Recover Image DB Display Media Info. Version Setting Reset Using Wi-Fi functions Connecting this product and a Smartphone PlayMemories Mobile Connecting an Android smartphone to this product Connecting the product to an iPhone or iPad Calling up an application using [One-touch(NFC)] Controlling this product using a Smartphone...
Page 19 Transferring images to a computer Send to Computer Transferring images to a TV View on TV Changing the settings of Wi-Fi functions Airplane Mode WPS Push Access Point Set. Edit Device Name Disp MAC Address SSID/PW Reset Reset Network Set. Adding applications to the product PlayMemories Camera Apps PlayMemories Camera Apps...
Page 20 Managing the applications Uninstalling applications Changing the order of applications Confirming the account information of PlayMemories Camera Apps Viewing on computers Recommended computer environment Recommended computer environment Using the software PlayMemories Home Installing PlayMemories Home Software for Mac computers Connecting this product and a computer Connecting the product to a computer Importing images to the computer Disconnecting the product from the computer...
Page 21 Precautions On the internal rechargeable battery Notes on the battery pack Charging the battery pack Memory card Cleaning this product On cleaning Number of recordable still images and recordable time of movies Number of still images Recordable time of movies Using this product abroad Plug adaptor On TV color systems...
Page 22 If you have problems If you have problems Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Battery pack and power You cannot insert the battery pack into the product. You cannot turn on the product. The power turns off suddenly. The remaining battery level indicator shows an incorrect level. The charge lamp on the product flashes when charging the battery pack.
Page 23 Noise appears in the image when you view the screen in a dark place. Dark shadow appears on the image. The eyes of the subject come out red. Dots appear and remain on the screen. You cannot shoot images continuously. The image is not clear in the viewfinder.
Page 24 Computers The computer does not recognize this product. You cannot import images. The image and sound are interrupted by noise when viewing a movie on a computer. Images exported from a computer cannot be viewed on this product. Memory cards Formatted the memory card by mistake.
Page 25: Identifying Parts
Situations this product has difficulty handling Situations this product has difficulty handling Situations this product has difficulty handling How to Use Before Use Names of parts Identifying parts 1. For shooting: Fn button For viewing: (Send to Smartphone) button 2. CUSTOM button You can assign a desired function to the CUSTOM button.
Page 26 1. GPS receiver (built-in, DSC-HX400V only) 2. Stereo microphone 3. Eye sensor 4. Viewfinder When you look into the viewfinder, the viewfinder display mode is activated, and when you move your face away from the viewfinder, the viewing mode returns to the monitor display mode.
Page 27 1. Multi interface shoe* 2. Diopter-adjustment dial Adjust the diopter level using the diopter-adjustment dial when you set the display mode to the viewfinder mode. When adjusting the diopter level, point the product to a bright area to make it easier to adjust the diopter level.
Page 28: List Of Icons On The Screen
For details on compatible accessories for the multi interface shoe and the Multi/Micro USB Terminal, visit the Sony web site, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. You can also use accessories that are compatible with the accessory shoe. Operations with other manufacturers’...
Page 29 List of viewing mode icons P P* A S M Shooting mode Memory number Memory card/Uploading status Scene Recognition icons Scene Selection Remaining number Aspect ratio of still images 20M / 18M / 15M / 10M / 8.9M / 7.5M / 5.0M / 4.5M / 3.7M / 2.1M / VGA...
Page 30 Image size of still images Image quality of still images Frame rate of movies Recording settings of movies NFC is activated Remaining battery Remaining battery warning Flash charge in progress AF Illuminator SteadyShot Camera-shake warning Airplane Mode GPS Log REC GPS triangulating status Overlay icon Wind Noise Reduction...
Page 31 Write Date Micref Level Low Database file full/Database file error Overheating warning Smart zoom Clear Image Zoom Digital Zoom Spot metering area C:32:00 Self-diagnosis display Digital level gauge View Mode 100-0003 Folder – file number Recording format of movies Protect DPOF DPOF set Auto Object Framing...
Page 32 Drive Mode Metering mode Flash mode/Red-eye reduction ±0.0 Flash compensation Focus mode 7500K A5 G5 White balance Focus area D-Range Optimizer/Auto HDR ±0 ±0 ±0 Creative Style Smile/Face Detect. Lock-on AF Picture Effect Smile detection sensitivity indicator Lock-on AF Guide display for Lock-on AF Switch Av/Tv...
Page 33 Guide display for switching Aperture value/Shutter speed REC 0:12 Recording time of the movie (m:s) Manual ring function Control dial function Focus 1/250 Shutter speed F3.5 Aperture value ±0.0 Metered Manual ±0.0 Exposure compensation ISO400 ISO sensitivity Shutter speed indicator Aperture indicator Histogram GPS information...
Page 34: Using The Shoulder Strap
Auto HDR image warning 2014-1-1 10:37AM Date of recording File number/Number of images in the view mode How to Use Before Use Using the strap Using the shoulder strap Attach the shoulder strap to prevent damage caused by dropping the product. 1.
Page 35: Adjusting The Viewfinder (Diopter-Adjustment)
Adjusting the viewfinder (diopter-adjustment) Adjust the diopter-adjustment dial to your eyesight until the display appears clearly in the viewfinder. 1. Turn the diopter-adjustment dial. How to Use Before Use In-Camera guide About the [In-Camera Guide] The [In-Camera Guide] displays descriptions of MENU items, Fn (Function) button, and settings, and if a function cannot be set, the reason why.
Page 36: Confirming The Operation Method
Displays the shooting advice according to the selected shooting mode. 1. Press the ? (In-Camera Guide) button while the shooting screen is displayed. 2. Press the top/bottom button of the control button to select the desired shooting advice, then press on the center.
Page 37: Using Menu Items
How to Use Confirming the operation method Confirming the operation method Using MENU items In this section, you learn how to change settings related to all camera operations and execute camera functions including shooting, playback, and operation methods. 1. Press MENU button to display the Menu screen. 2.
Page 38: Using The Fn (Function) Button
4. Select the desired setting value, and press to confirm. How to Use Confirming the operation method Confirming the operation method Using the Fn (Function) button You can recall functions when shooting images. Up to 12 frequently used functions can be registered to the Fn (Function) button.
Page 39: Shooting
3. Set the desired setting by turning the control dial. Performing settings on the dedicated screen Select the desired function in step 2, then press on the center of the control button. The dedicated setting screen for the function appears. Follow the operating guides (A) to perform the settings.
Page 40: Focus Indicator
1. Set the shooting mode to (Intelligent Auto). 2. Adjust the monitor angle, and hold the camera. Or look through the viewfinder and hold the camera. 3. Press the shutter button halfway down to focus. When the image is in focus, a beep sounds and the indicator ( ) lights.
Page 41: Shooting Movies
Focusing may be difficult in the following situations: It is dark and the subject is distant. The contrast between the subject and the background is poor. The subject is seen through glass. The subject is moving quickly. There is reflective light or shiny surfaces. There is a flashing light.
Page 42: Selecting A Shooting Mode
How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode List of mode dial functions You can select the desired shooting mode by turning the mode dial. 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.
Page 43: Intelligent Auto
Allows you to shoot a panoramic image by compositing the images. SCN (Scene Selection): Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene. How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Intelligent Auto The product analyzes the subject, and allows you to shoot with appropriate settings. 1.
Page 44: About Scene Recognition
appropriate settings are set automatically. The product may shoot multiple images and create a composite image, etc., using more shooting settings than in Intelligent Auto mode to record higher quality images. 1. Set the mode dial to (Superior Auto). 2. Point the camera to the subject. When the camera recognizes a scene, the scene recognition icon appears on the screen.
Page 45: The Advantages Of Automatic Shooting
(Night Portrait), (Night Scene), (Backlight Portrait), (Backlight), (Landscape), (Macro), (Spotlight), or (Low Light) are displayed on the first line. If the product recognizes a condition, icons such as (Tripod) , (Walk)* , (Move), (Move (Bright)) or (Move (Dark)) are displayed on the second line. The condition (Walk) is recognized only when [ SteadyShot] is set to [Active] or [Intelligent Active].
Page 46: Program Auto
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]. 1. Set the mode dial to P (Program Auto). 2. Set the shooting functions to your desired settings. 3.
Page 47 1. Set the mode dial to (iSweep Panorama). 2. Point the camera at the subject for which you want to set the focus and brightness. 3. While pressing the shutter button halfway down, aim the camera at one end of the desired panoramic composition.
Page 48: Scene Selection
Size] to [Standard]. Since several images are stitched together, the stitched part may not be recorded smoothly in some cases. The images may be blurred in dark scenes. When a light source such as a fluorescent light flickers, the brightness and color of a stitched image may not be consistent.
Page 49 Adv.Sports Shooting: Allows you to shoot subjects with fast movements, such as sports. While the shutter is pressed halfway, the movement of the subject is predicted and the focus will be adjusted. Landscape: Shoots the entire range of a scenery in sharp focus with vivid colors. Night Scene: Shoots night scenes without losing the dark atmosphere.
Page 50 Anti Motion Blur: Allows you to shoot indoor shots without using the flash and reduces subject blur. The product shoots burst images and combines them to create the image, reducing subject blur and noise. Pet: Allows you to shoot images of your pet with the best settings. Gourmet: Allows you to shoot food arrangements in delicious and bright colors.
Page 51 Fireworks: Allows you to shoot images of fireworks in all their splendor. Soft Skin: Allows you to shoot images of faces with a smoother look. High Sensitivity: Allows you to shoot still images even in dark locations without using the flash, and reduces subject blur.
Page 52: Shutter Priority
Subjects with constant change such as waves or water falls. In the case of [Hand-held Twilight] or [Anti Motion Blur], block noise may occur when using a light source that flickers, such as fluorescent lighting. Hint To change the scene, rotate the control dial on the shooting screen and select a new scene. How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode...
Page 53: Aperture Priority
How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Aperture Priority You can shoot by adjusting the aperture and changing the range in focus, or by defocusing the background. The aperture value can be changed while recording movies. 1. Set the mode dial to A (Aperture Priority). 2.
Page 54: Memory Recall
1. Set the mode dial to M (Manual Exposure). 2. Press the bottom button on the control button to select the shutter speed or aperture value, then turn the control dial to select a value. Check the exposure value at “MM” (metered manual). Toward +: Images become brighter.
Page 55: Movie
How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode Movie You can adjust the shutter speed or aperture value to your desired settings for recording movies. You can also check the image angle before shooting. 1. Set the mode dial to (Movie).
Page 56: The Zoom Features Available With This Product
1. Enlarge images with the W/T (zoom) lever when shooting. Move the W/T (zoom) lever to the T side to zoom in and to the W side to zoom out. Hint When you select other than [Optical zoom only] for [Zoom Setting], you can exceed the zoom range of the optical zoom to zoom images.
Page 57: Zoom Setting
Zoom functions other than the optical zoom are not available when shooting in the following situations: [Smile/Face Detect.] is set to [Smile Shutter] You cannot use the Smart Zoom function with movies. When you use a zoom function other than the optical zoom, the [Focus Area] setting is disabled and the focus area frame is shown by the dotted line.
Page 58: Using Flash
The zoom scale changes according to the settings of this product. The zoom scale for each setting is as follows. When [ Aspect Ratio] is [4:3] [Zoom Setting]: [Optical zoom only (including smart zoom)] Image Size]: L 50×, M 71×, S 100×, VGA 405× [Zoom Setting]: [On:ClearImage Zoom] Image Size]: L 100×, M 142×, S 200×, VGA 810×...
Page 59: Flash Mode
Note When not using the flash, press it back into the camera body. You cannot use the flash when recording movies. While charging the flash, flashes. After charging is completed, the flashing icon will light When an external flash (sold separately) is attached to the Multi Interface Shoe, the state of the external flash has priority over the setting of the product.
Page 60: Flash Comp
Fill-flash: The flash works every time you trigger the shutter. Slow Sync.: The flash works every time you trigger the shutter. Slow sync shooting allows you to shoot a clear image of both the subject and the background by slowing the shutter speed. Advanced Flash: The flash automatically operates in dark locations or when there is backlighting.
Page 61: Switching The Screen Display (Shooting)
makes the flash level lower. Note The higher flash effect may not be visible due to the limited amount of flash light available, if the subject is outside the maximum range of the flash. If the subject is very close, the lower flash effect may not be visible.
Page 62: Selecting Still Image Size/Image Quality
Histogram Level Note Histogram is not displayed during panorama shooting. How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting still image size/image quality Image Size (still image) The larger the image size, the more detail will be reproduced when the image is printed on large-format paper.
Page 63: Aspect Ratio (Still Image)
Menu item details Image size when [ Aspect Ratio] is 3:2 L: 18M 5184×3456 pixels M: 8.9M 3648×2432 pixels S: 4.5M 2592×1728 pixels Image size when [ Aspect Ratio] is 4:3 L: 20M 5184×3888 pixels M: 10M 3648×2736 pixels S: 5.0M 2592×1944 pixels VGA 640×480 pixels Image size when [ Aspect Ratio] is 16:9...
Page 64: Quality (Still Image)
For viewing on a high-definition TV. 1:1: For shooting in composition as a medium format camera. 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 65: Panorama: Direction
Standard: 3424×1920 Wide: 4912×1920 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. 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.
Page 66: Focus Area
Focus mode details AF/ZOOM (Single-shot AF): The camera focuses and the focus is locked when the focus is achieved. Use this mode when the subject is motionless. DMF (DMF): After focusing automatically, make fine focus adjustment manually. MF (Manual Focus): Adjusts the focus manually.
Page 67: Focus-Lock
focus mode. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Focus Area] → desired setting. Menu item details Wide: Focuses automatically on a subject in all ranges of the image. When you press the shutter button halfway down in still image shooting mode, a green frame is displayed around the area that is in focus.
Page 68: Manual Focus
How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Manual Focus When it is difficult to get the proper focus in autofocus mode, you can adjust the focus manually. 1. Set the zoom/focus switch to MF. 2. Rotate the manual ring to achieve sharp focus. When you rotate the manual ring, the focus distance is displayed on the screen.
Page 69: Mf Assist (Still Image)
When you rotate the manual ring, the focus distance is displayed on the screen. 4. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot an image. How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus MF Assist (still image) Enlarges the image on the screen automatically to make manual focusing easier. This works in Manual Focus or Direct Manual Focus shooting.
Page 70: Focus Magnif. Time
1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Focus Magnifier]. 2. Press on the center of the control button to enlarge the image and select the position you want to enlarge using up/down/left/right button on the control button. 3. Confirm the focus. 4.
Page 71: Peaking Level
How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Peaking Level Enhances the outline of in-focus ranges using a specific color in Manual Focus or Direct Manual Focus shooting. This function allows you to confirm the focus easily. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) →...
Page 72: Lock-On Af
Red: Enhances outlines in red. Yellow: Enhances outlines in yellow. White (default setting): Enhances outlines in white. How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus Lock-on AF Set up the tracking function to continue focusing on the subject. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) →...
Page 73: Af Illuminator (Still Image)
Note The [Lock-on AF] function may not operate well in the following situations: The subject is moving too quickly. The subject is too small, or too large. The contrast between the subject and the background is poor. It is dark. The ambient light changes.
Page 74: Adjusting The Exposure
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 When [Scene Selection] is set to [Landscape], [Adv.Sports Shooting], [Night Scene], [Pet] or [Fireworks].
Page 75: Exposure Set. Guide
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 76: Selecting A Drive Mode (Continuous Shooting/Self-Timer)
timer) Drive Mode You can set the drive mode, such as continuous or self-timer shooting. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Drive Mode] → desired setting. You can also set the drive mode by pressing (Drive Mode) button of the control button.
Page 77: Self-Timer
2. Select the desired mode using the right/left side of the control button. Menu Item Details Continuous Shooting: Hi (default setting): Continuous shooting speed is set at a maximum of about 10 images per second. Continuous Shooting: Lo: Continuous shooting speed is set at a maximum of about 2 images per second. How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-...
Page 78: Self-Timer(Cont)
1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Drive Mode] → [Self-portrait]. 2. Select the desired mode using the right/left button on the control button. 3. Direct the lens toward yourself. When the product detects the faces of the specified number of persons, it starts shooting after a beep sounds.
Page 79: Cont. Bracket
How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self- timer) Cont. Bracket Shoots multiple images while automatically shifting the exposure from base to darker and then to lighter. Press and hold down the shutter button until the bracket recording is completed. You can select an image that suits your intention, after recording.
Page 80: Selecting The Iso Sensitivity
Shoots three images, each with different color tones according to the selected settings of white balance, color temperature and color filter. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Drive Mode] → [WB bracket]. Note The last shot is shown on the Auto Review. How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting the ISO sensitivity...
Page 81: Multi Frame Nr
mode to [Manual Exposure] while set to [ISO AUTO], the ISO value is switched to the lowest value. Set the ISO in accordance with the shooting conditions. When you use [Multi Frame NR], it takes some time for the product to perform the overlay processing of images.
Page 82: D-Range Opt. (Dro)
D-Range Opt. (DRO) By dividing the image into small areas, the product analyzes the contrast of light and shadow between the subject and the background, and creates an image with the optimal brightness and gradation. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [DRO/Auto HDR] → [D-Range Opt.]. 2.
Page 83: Adjusting Color Tones
2. Select the desired setting using the left/right button on the control button. Menu item details Auto HDR: Exposure Diff. Auto (default setting): Corrects the exposure difference automatically. Auto HDR: Exposure Diff. 1.0EV ― Auto HDR: Exposure Diff. 6.0EV: Sets the exposure difference, based on the contrast of the subject. Select the optimal level between 1.0 EV (weak) and 6.0 EV (strong).
Page 84 The product automatically detects the light source and adjusts the color tones. Daylight: The color tones are adjusted for the daylight. Cloudy: The color temperature is adjusted for a cloudy sky. Incandescent: The color temperature is adjusted for places under an incandescent lamp, or under bright lighting, such as in a photo studio.
Page 85: Capturing A Basic White Color In
How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting color tones Capturing a basic white color in [Custom Setup] mode In a scene where the ambient light consists of multiple types of light sources, it is recommended to use the custom white balance in order to accurately reproduce the whiteness. 1.
Page 86 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. Retro Photo: Creates the look of an aged photo with sepia color tones and faded contrast. Soft High-key: Creates an image with the indicated atmosphere: bright, transparent, ethereal, tender, soft.
Page 87: Creative Style
[HDR Painting] [Miniature] [Illustration] Note When [Partial Color] is selected, images may not retain the selected color, depending on the subject or shooting conditions. You cannot check the following effects on the shooting screen, because the product processes the image after the shot. Also, you cannot shoot another image until image processing is finished.
Page 88 For shooting various scenes with rich gradation and beautiful colors. Vivid: The saturation and contrast are heightened for shooting striking images of colorful scenes and subjects such as flowers, spring greenery, blue sky, or ocean views. Portrait: For shooting the skin color in a soft tone, ideally suited for shooting portraits. Landscape: The saturation, contrast, and sharpness are heightened for shooting vivid and crisp scenery.
Page 89: Recording Movies
How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies File Format (movie) Selects the movie file format. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ File Format] → desired setting. Menu item details AVCHD (default setting): Records high-definition movies. This file format is suitable for viewing movies on a high- definition TV.
Page 90 Digital audio, in AVCHD format. 60p/50p: Movies are recorded at approximately 60 frames/sec (for 1080 60i-compatible devices) or 50 frames/sec (for 1080 50i-compatible devices), in progressive mode, with Dolby Digital audio, in AVCHD format. When [ File Format] is set to [MP4] Movies shot are recorded in MPEG-4 format, at approximately 30 frames/sec (for 1080 60i- compatible devices) or approximately 25 frames/sec (for 1080 50i-compatible devices), in progressive mode, with AAC audio, mp4 format.
Page 91: Steadyshot (Movie)
Records movies of 1440 × 1080. Bit-rate: Average 12 Mbps VGA 3M: Records movies of VGA size. Bit-rate: Average 3 Mbps * 1080 60i (NTSC) compatible device ** 1080 50i (PAL) compatible device Note 60p/50p movies can be played back only on compatible devices. Movies recorded with the [60p 28M(PS)]/[50p 28M(PS)]/[60i 24M(FX)]/[50i 24M(FX)]/ [24p 24M(FX)] /[25p 24M(FX)] setting in [ Record Setting] are converted by PlayMemories...
Page 92: Micref Level
Note If you change the setting for [ SteadyShot], the angle of view will change. How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies Micref Level You can select the microphone level for movie recording. 1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Micref Level] → desired setting. Menu item details Normal (default setting): Records the ambient sounds within a certain level.
Page 93: Auto Slow Shut. (Movie)
Setting this item to [On] where wind is not blowing sufficiently hard may cause normal sound to be recorded with too low volume. How to Use Using shooting functions Recording movies Auto Slow Shut. (movie) Sets whether or not to adjust the shutter speed automatically when recording movies if the subject is dark.
Page 94: Customizing The Shooting Functions For Convenient Use
Menu item details Always (default setting): Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button in any mode. Movie Mode Only: Starts movie recording when you press the MOVIE button only if the shooting mode is set to [Movie] mode. How to Use Using shooting functions Customizing the shooting functions for convenient...
Page 95: Function Menu Set
Function Menu Set. You can assign the functions to be called up when you press the Fn (Function) button. 1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Function Menu Set.] → set a function to the desired location. The functions that can be assigned are displayed on the setup item selection screen. How to Use Using shooting functions Customizing the shooting functions for convenient...
Page 96: Setting The Other Functions Of This Product
setting. The functions that can be assigned are displayed on the setup item selection screen. How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product Photo Creativity [Photo Creativity] is a mode that allows you to operate the camera intuitively with a different screen display.
Page 97: Smile/Face Detect
When you record movies using the [Photo Creativity] function, you cannot change any settings during the recording. If you switch the shooting mode to [Intelligent Auto] mode or [Superior Auto] mode, or turn off the product, the settings you have changed revert to the default settings. When the shooting mode is set to [Superior Auto], and you use [Photo Creativity], the product does not perform the overlay processing of images.
Page 98: Soft Skin Effect (Still Image)
Do not cover the eyes with front hair and keep the eyes narrowed. Do not obscure the face by a hat, masks, sunglasses, etc. Try to orient the face in front of the product and be as level as possible. Give a clear smile with an open mouth.
Page 99: Red Eye Reduction
When [ Soft Skin Effect] is set to [On], you can select the effect level. How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product Red Eye Reduction When using the flash, it is fired two or more times before shooting to reduce the red-eye phenomenon.
Page 100: High Iso Nr (Still Image)
1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [ Auto Obj. Framing] → desired setting. After the shot, a frame showing the trimmed area is displayed on the Auto Review screen. Menu item details Off (default setting): Does not trim images. Auto: Automatically trims images into an appropriate composition.
Page 101: Write Date (Still Image)
Activates high ISO noise reduction moderately. Select this to prioritize the timing of shooting. How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product Write Date (still image) Sets whether to record a shooting date on the still image. 1.
Page 102: Auto Review
Off (default setting): Does not display the grid line. Displays the grid line. How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functions of this product Auto Review You can check the recorded image on the screen right after the shooting. You can also set the display time for Auto Review.
Page 103: Viewing
Menu item details Auto (default setting): When you look into the Electronic Viewfinder, the display is switched to the Electronic Viewfinder automatically. Manual: The product does not switch between the monitor display and the Electronic Viewfinder display automatically. You can switch the display by pressing the FINDER/MONITOR button. Hint If you want to switch the display mode temporarily when the [FINDER/MONITOR] setting is [Auto], press the FINDER/MONITOR button.
Page 104: Image Index
Enlarges the image being played back. 1. Display the image you want to enlarge, and slide the W/T (zoom) lever to the T side. If the image is too large, slide the W/T (zoom) lever to the W side to adjust the zoom scale.
Page 105: Switching The Screen Display (During Playback)
switch View Mode by selecting an icon. How to Use Viewing Viewing still images Switching the screen display (during playback) Switches the screen display. 1. Press the DISP (Display Setting) button. The screen display switches in the order “Display Info. → Histogram → No Disp. Info. →...
Page 106: Deleting Multiple Selected Images
How to Use Viewing Deleting images Deleting multiple selected images You can delete multiple selected images. 1. MENU → (Playback) → [Delete] → desired setting. Menu item details Multiple Img.: Deletes the selected images. (1) Select the images to be deleted, then press on the center of the control button.
Page 107: Motion Shot Video
You can perform slow playback and sound volume adjustment, etc. by pressing the bottom button on the control button. : Playback : Pause : Fast-forward : Fast-rewind : Forward slow playback : Reverse slow playback : Next movie file : Previous movie file : Displays the next frame : Displays the previous frame : Motion Shot Video (Shows the tracking of a subject in motion.)
Page 108: Playing Back Panoramic Images
Hint You can also change the interval of the image tracking using MENU → (Playback) → [Motion Interval ADJ]. How to Use Viewing Viewing panoramic images Playing back panoramic images The product automatically scrolls a panoramic image from end to end. 1.
Page 109: Using Viewing Functions
(print order) icon will appear on the specified images. DPOF refers to “Digital Print Order Format.” 1. MENU → (Playback) → [Specify Printing] → desired setting. Menu item details Multiple Img.: Selects images to order printing. (1) Select an image and press on the center of the control button.
Page 110: Slide Show
AVCHD View: Displays only AVCHD-format movies. How to Use Viewing Using viewing functions Slide Show Automatically plays back images continuously. 1. MENU → (Playback) → [Slide Show] → desired setting. 2. Select [Enter]. Menu item details Repeat: Select [On], in which images are played back in a continuous loop, or [Off] (default setting), in which the product exits the slideshow when all the images are played back once.
Page 111: Protect
2. Press on the center of the control button. The image is rotated counter-clockwise. The image rotates as you press on the center. If you rotate the image once, the image remains rotated even after the product is turned off. Note You cannot rotate the movies.
Page 112: 4K Still Image Pb
Cancel All with this date: Cancels the protection of all still images in the selected date range. How to Use Viewing Using viewing functions 4K Still Image PB Outputs still images in 4K resolution to an HDMI-connected TV that supports 4K. 1.
Page 113: Viewing Images On A Tv
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 HD- compatible devices using an HDMI cable (sold separately), the TV is set to the image quality suitable for viewing still images, and a whole new world of photos can be enjoyed in breathtaking high quality.
Page 114: 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 115: 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 116: Audio Signals
then adjust the volume. You can adjust the volume while listening to the actual sound. 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.
Page 117: Gps Auto Time Cor. (Dsc-Hx400V)
The GPS function is turned off. The status icon on the screen may differ depending on the conditions of the signals emitted from the satellites. No icon is displayed: [GPS On/Off] is set to [Off]. The product cannot find a GPS signal, therefore, it cannot acquire the location information. Use the product in an open area.
Page 118: Gps Auto Area Adj. (Dsc-Hx400V)
information is used for maintaining the accurate time setting. The product adjusts the time setting when it is turned off. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [GPS Settings] → [GPS Auto Time Cor.] → desired setting. Menu item details Uses GPS auto time correction. Off (default setting): Does not use GPS auto time correction.
Page 119: Use Gps Assist Data (Dsc-Hx400V)
If [Date/Time Setup] has not been set, or the set time is shifted greatly, the time for the GPS acquiring location information cannot be shortened. For various reasons, Sony may stop providing the GPS assist data. Updating the GPS assist data by inserting the memory card to your computer Start up PlayMemories Home and display the main screen, then launch [GPS Support Tool].
Page 120: Delete Gps Log Data (Dsc-Hx400V)
GPS log data exceeds 24 hours, the recording stops automatically. Sony does not collect the location information and the track information. Sony provides the location information and the track information to Google Inc., so that this information can be displayed on a map on the computer.
Page 121 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Upload Settings] → desired setting. 2. Set your Wi-Fi network or destination on the Eye-Fi card. For details, refer to the manual supplied with the Eye-Fi card. 3. Insert the Eye-Fi card you have set up into the product, and shoot still images. Images are transferred to your computer, etc., automatically via the Wi-Fi network.
Page 122: Tile Menu
How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Tile Menu Selects whether to always display the first screen of the menu when you press the MENU button. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Tile Menu] → desired setting. Menu item details Always displays the first screen of the menu (Tile Menu). Off (default setting): Deactivates the Tile Menu display.
Page 123: Display Quality
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. How to Use Changing settings Setup menu...
Page 124: Demo Mode
Plays back movies recorded with the product on a PAL/NTSC system TV. 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.
Page 125: Hdmi Resolution
Even if [On] is selected, the product does not start a demonstration if there is no movie file on the memory card. When [On] is selected, the product does not switch to power save mode. 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...
Page 126: Usb Connection
On (default setting): You can operate this product with a TV’s remote control. Off: You cannot operate this product with a TV’s remote control. Note [CTRL FOR HDMI] is available only with a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV. How to Use Changing settings Setup menu USB Connection Selects the appropriate USB connection method for each computer or USB device connected to...
Page 127: Usb Lun Setting
How to Use Changing settings Setup menu USB LUN Setting Enhances compatibility by limiting of USB connection functions. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [USB LUN Setting] → desired setting. Menu item details Multi (default setting): Normally, use [Multi]. Single: Set [USB LUN Setting] to [Single] only if you cannot make a connection. How to Use Changing settings Setup menu...
Page 128: Date/Time Setup
Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [ Language] → desired language. How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Date/Time Setup Sets the date and time again. 1. MENU → (Setup) →...
Page 129: Format
Format Formats (initializes) the memory card. When you use a memory card with this product for the first time, it is recommended that you format the card using the product for stable performance of the memory card. Note that formatting permanently erases all data on the memory card, and is unrecoverable.
Page 130: Select Rec Folder
Select REC Folder You can change the recording folder to which images are recorded. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Select REC Folder] → desired folder. Note You cannot select the folder when you select the [Date Form] setting. How to Use Changing settings Setup menu New Folder...
Page 131: Recover Image Db
1. MENU → (Setup) → [Folder Name] → desired setting. Menu item details Standard Form (default setting): The folder name form is as follows: folder number + MSDCF. Example: 100MSDCF Date Form: The folder name form is as follows: folder number + Y (the last digit)/MM/DD. Example: 10040405 (Folder number: 100, date: 04/05/2014) Note The MP4 movie folder form is fixed as “folder number + ANV01”.
Page 132: Version
1. MENU → (Setup) → [Display Media Info.]. How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Version Displays the version of this product’s software. 1. MENU → (Setup) → [Version]. How to Use Changing settings Setup menu Setting Reset Resets the product to the default settings. Even if you perform [Setting Reset], the recorded images are retained.
Page 133: 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/). How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions...
Page 134: Connecting The Product To An Iphone Or Ipad
The smartphone is connected to the product. 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 135: Calling Up An Application Using [One-Touch(Nfc)]
The iPhone or iPad is connected to the product. 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. How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Connecting this product and a Smartphone Calling up an application using [One-touch(NFC)] You can call up a desired application from the application menu of this product by touching an...
Page 136: Controlling This Product Using A Smartphone
PlayMemories Mobile launches on the smartphone, and the application you have registered launches on this product. Note When the product is in playback mode, the registered application will not launch even if you touch the smartphone to the product. When you call up an application with one touch, even if that application does not work with a smartphone, PlayMemories Mobile on smartphone will launch.
Page 137: One-Touch Connection With An Nfc-Enabled Android Smartphone (Nfc One-Touch Remote)
Note This product shares the connection information for [Smart Remote Embedded] with a device that has permission to connect. If you want to change the device that is permitted to connect to the product, reset the connection information by following these steps. MENU → (Wireless) →...
Page 138: Transferring Images To A Smartphone
The smartphone and the product are connected, and PlayMemories Mobile launches on the smartphone. Touch the smartphone to the product for 1-2 seconds until PlayMemories Mobile launches. About “NFC” NFC is a technology that enables short-range wireless communication between various devices, such as mobile phones or IC tags, etc.
Page 139 You can transfer still images to a smartphone and view them. The application PlayMemories Mobile must be installed on your smartphone. 1. MENU → (Wireless) → [Send to Smartphone] → desired setting. If you press the (Send to Smartphone) button in playback mode, the setting screen for [Send to Smartphone] will appear.
Page 140: Sending Images To An Android Smartphone (Nfc One-Touch Sharing)
has permission to connect. If you want to change the device that is permitted to connect to the product, reset the connection information by following these steps. MENU → [Wireless] → [SSID/PW Reset]. After resetting the connection information, you must register the smartphone again.
Page 141: Send To Computer
To transfer two or more images, select MENU → (Wireless) → [Send to Smartphone] to select images. After the connection enabled screen appears, use NFC to connect the product and the smartphone. About “NFC” NFC is a technology that enables short-range wireless communication between various devices, such as mobile phones or IC tags, etc.
Page 142: View On Tv
point on the product. 1. Start your computer. 2. MENU → (Wireless) → [Send to Computer]. 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 143: Changing The Settings Of Wi-Fi Functions
Slideshow settings You can change the slideshow settings by pressing the bottom button on the control button. Playback Selection: Selects the group of images to be shown. Folder View(Still): Selects from [All] and [All in Folder]. Date View: Selects from [All] and [All in Date Rng.]. Interval: Selects from [Short] and [Long].
Page 144: Wps Push
How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Changing the settings of Wi-Fi functions WPS Push If your access point has the WPS button, you can register the access point to this product easily by pushing the WPS button. 1. MENU → (Wireless) →...
Page 145 When the desired access point is displayed on the screen: Select the desired access point. When the desired access point is not displayed on the screen: Select [Manual Setting] and set the access point. For the input method, refer to “How to use the keyboard.” If you select [Manual Setting], input the SSID name of the access point, then select the security system.
Page 146: Edit Device Name
2. Switch character types Each time you press on the center of the control button, the character type switches among alphabet letters, numerals and symbols. 3. Keyboard Each time you press on the center, the character that you enter will be displayed.
Page 147: Disp Mac Address
You can change the device name under Wi-Fi Direct. 1. MENU → (Wireless) → [Edit Device Name]. 2. Select the input box, then input the device name → [OK]. For input method, refer to “How to use the keyboard.” How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Changing the settings of Wi-Fi functions Disp MAC Address...
Page 148: Reset Network Set
Recommended computer environment For details on the recommended computer environments for downloading an application and adding functions to the product, use to the following URL: “PlayMemories Camera Apps” website (www.sony.net/pmca) How to Use Adding applications to the product Installing the applications Opening a service account You can open a service account, which is required to download applications.
Page 149: Downloading Applications
1. Access the application download website. http://www.sony.net/pmca 2. Follow the instructions on the screen and acquire a service account. Follow the instructions on the screen to download the desired application to the product. How to Use Adding applications to the product...
Page 150: Starting The Applications
You can download applications using the Wi-Fi function without connecting to a computer. 1. MENU → (Application) → Application List → (PlayMemories Camera Apps), then follow the instructions on the screen to download applications. Acquire a service account in advance. Note When the IP address setting of this product is [Manual], you cannot download an application.
Page 151: Changing The Order Of Applications
Adding applications to the product Managing the applications Confirming the account information of PlayMemories Camera Apps The account information for the “Sony Entertainment Network” that is registered on the product is displayed. 1. MENU → (Application) → Application List → [Application Management] → [Display Account Information].
Page 152: Recommended Computer Environment
Recommended computer environment You can confirm the operating computer environment of the software from the following URL: www.sony.net/pcenv/ How to Use Viewing on computers Using the software PlayMemories Home With PlayMemories Home, you can do the following: You can import images shot with this product to your computer.
Page 153: 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). How to Use Viewing on computers Using the software...
Page 154: Connecting This Product And A Computer
“Wireless Auto Import” is required if you are using a Mac computer and want to import images to the computer using Wi-Fi function. Download “Wireless Auto Import” from the URL above, and install it on your Mac computer. For details, see Help for “Wireless Auto Import.” Note The software that can be used varies depending on the region.
Page 155: 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 156: Creating A Movie Disc
(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 157: Selecting The Disc Creation Method
Creates a disc with high-definition image quality (HD) 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 158: Creating A Disc With A Device Other Than A Computer
Creating a disc with a device other than a computer You can also create discs using a Blu-ray recorder, etc. Depending on which device you use, the types of disc that can be created vary. Blu-ray recorder: High-definition image quality (HD) Standard definition image quality (STD) HDD recorder, etc: Standard definition image quality (STD)
Page 159: Precautions
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. Note To play back a Blu-ray Disc that was created using movies recorded in [60p 28M(PS)]/[50p 28M(PS)], you must use a device that is compliant with AVCHD format Ver.
Page 160 Be careful not to let sand or dust get into the product. This may cause the product to malfunction, and in some cases this malfunction cannot be repaired. On operating temperatures Your product is designed for use under the temperatures between 0°C and 40 °C (32 °F and 104 °F).
Page 161 This product also uses MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Main Profile for MP4 format recording. For this reason, play back movies recorded in MP4 format with this product on MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 supported devices. Discs recorded with HD (high definition) image quality can be played back only on AVCHD format-compatible devices.
Page 162: On The Internal Rechargeable Battery
How to Use Precautions/This product Precautions On the internal rechargeable battery This camera has an internal rechargeable battery for maintaining the date and time and other settings regardless of whether the power is on or off, or whether the battery pack is charged or discharged.
Page 163 laptop computer for too long. Do not turn on/restart a computer, wake a computer from sleep mode, or turn off a computer while this product is connected to the computer via USB cable. Doing so may cause a malfunction of this product. Disconnect the product and the computer before performing the above operations.
Page 164: Charging The Battery Pack
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 165: Memory Card
outlet (wall socket), this indicates that charging has stopped temporarily and is on standby. Charging stops and enters standby status automatically when the temperature is outside of the recommended operating temperature. When the temperature returns to the appropriate range, charging resumes and the Charge lamp lights up again. We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F).
Page 166 Note When you use a memory card with this product for the first time, it is recommended that you format the card using the product for stable performance of the memory card before shooting. Note that formatting permanently erases all data on the memory card, and is unrecoverable. Save precious data on a computer, etc.
Page 167: On Cleaning
When inserting a memory card into a memory card adaptor, be sure that the memory card is inserted in the correct direction and then insert it as far as it will go. If the card is not inserted properly, it may result in a malfunction. When you use “Memory Stick Micro”...
Page 168: Number Of Still Images
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 169: Recordable Time Of Movies
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: 200 images 4GB: 400 images 8GB: 810 images 16GB: 1600 images 32GB: 3250 images 64GB: 6500 images When the [...
Page 170 2GB: 10 m 4GB: 20 m 8GB: 40 m 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)
Page 171: Plug Adaptor
4GB: 40 m 8GB: 1 h 20 m 16GB: 2 h 45 m 32GB: 5 h 30 m 64GB: 11 h 5 m VGA 3M 2GB: 1 h 10 m 4GB: 2 h 25 m 8GB: 4 h 55 m 16GB: 9 h 55 m 32GB: 20 h 64GB: 40 h 10 m...
Page 172: Other Information
To view movies shot using this product on a television, the product and television must use the same color television system. Check the TV color system for the country or region where you are using the product. NTSC system: Bahama Islands, Bolivia, Canada, Central America, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Jamaica, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Peru, Surinam, Taiwan, the Philippines, the U.S.A., Venezuela, etc.
Page 173 location and time you use this product. GPS is a system for determining geographic location by triangulating radio signals from GPS satellites. Avoid using the camera in places where radio signals are blocked or reflected, such as a shadowy place surrounded by buildings or trees, etc. Use the camera in open sky environments.
Page 174: Avchd Format
How to Use Precautions/This product Other information 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.
Page 175: Trademarks
Storage connection between the product and a computer to read licenses in the “PMHOME” - “LICENSE” folder. 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 176: 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 177: Battery Pack And Power
3. Initialize the settings. 4. Consult your dealer or local authorized service facility. Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. http://www.sony.net/ Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Battery pack and power You cannot insert the battery pack into the product.
Page 178: The Power Turns Off Suddenly
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Battery pack and power The power turns off suddenly. Depending on the product and battery pack temperature, the product may turn off automatically to protect itself. In this case, a message is displayed on the product screen before the product turns off. If you do not operate the product for a certain period of time, it turns off automatically to prevent wearing down the battery pack.
Page 179: The Battery Pack Is Not Charged
lamp on the product has turned off. Make sure that the battery is NP-BX1. Batteries which have not been used for more than a year may have deteriorated. Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Battery pack and power The battery pack is not charged. When the battery pack is not charged (the charge lamp does not light) even if you follow the proper charging procedure, remove the battery pack and re-insert the same battery pack securely, or disconnect and reconnect the USB cable.
Page 180: The Image Is Out Of Focus
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The image is out of focus. The subject is too close. Shoot from the shortest shooting distance (W side: Approx. 1 cm (0.03 ft), T side: Approx. 240 cm (7.87 ft (from the lens)). Press the shutter button halfway down, then shoot images. Ambient light is insufficient.
Page 181: Fuzzy White Circular Spots Appear On Images Shot Using The Flash
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies Fuzzy white circular spots appear on images shot using the flash. Particles (dust, pollen, etc.) in the air reflected the flash light and appeared on the image. This is not a malfunction. Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The close-up shoot function (Macro) does not work.
Page 182: The Aperture Value And/Or Shutter Speed Flashes
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The aperture value and/or shutter speed flashes. The subject is too bright or too dark to shoot using the current aperture value and/or shutter speed settings. Readjust the settings. Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The image colors are not correct. Adjust [White Balance].
Page 183: The Eyes Of The Subject Come Out Red
the aperture. This is not a malfunction. 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.
Page 184: The Image Is Blurred
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies The image is blurred. Activate the SteadyShot function by pressing the shutter button halfway down and then shoot images. The picture was taken in a dark location without the flash, resulting in product-shake. The use of a tripod or the flash is recommended. [Hand-held Twilight] and [Anti Motion Blur] in [Scene Selection] are also effective in reducing blur.
Page 185: The Date And Time Are Not Displayed
The date and time are not displayed. The screen display is set to display images only. Press DISP (Display Setting) on the control button to display the information. Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Viewing images The image cannot be deleted. Cancel the protection. Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Viewing images...
Page 186: There Is An Excessive Error In Location Information. (Dsc-Hx400V)
There is an excessive error in location information. (DSC- HX400V) The margin of error can be up to several-hundred meters depending on surrounding buildings, weak GPS signals, etc. Troubleshooting Troubleshooting It takes time to triangulate although the GPS assist data is taken in.
Page 187: Wi-Fi
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wi-Fi You cannot find the wireless access point to be connected. Wireless access points may not be displayed on the product due to signal conditions. Place the product closer to the wireless access point. Wireless access points may not be displayed on the product depending on the access point settings.
Page 188: [Smart Remote Embedded] Or [Send To Smartphone] Is Canceled Halfway
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wi-Fi [Smart Remote Embedded] or [Send to Smartphone] is canceled halfway. When the remaining battery level is low, [Smart Remote Embedded] or [Send to Smartphone] may be canceled halfway. Charge the battery pack and try again. Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wi-Fi The shooting screen for [Smart Remote Embedded] is not displayed smoothly./The connection between this product...
Page 189: Computers
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Computers The computer does not recognize this product. Set [USB Connection] to [Mass Storage]. Use the micro USB cable (supplied) to connect the devices. Disconnect the USB cable, and connect it again firmly. Disconnect all equipment other than this product, the keyboard and the mouse from the USB terminals of your computer.
Page 190: Images Exported From A Computer Cannot Be Viewed On This Product
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. Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Memory cards Formatted the memory card by mistake.
Page 191: Others
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 192: The Clock Set Screen Appears When You Turn On The Product
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 193: Self-Diagnosis Display
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. Troubleshooting...
Page 194 Set the area, date and time. If you have not used the product for a long time, charge the internal rechargeable backup battery. Unable to use memory card. Format? The memory card was formatted on a computer and the file format was modified. Select [Enter], and then format the memory card.
Page 195: 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 196 Varying levels of brightness Lock-on AF Flickering lights iSweep Panorama Subjects too close to the product iSweep Panorama Large moving subjects or subjects that move too quickly Superior Auto iSweep Panorama Auto HDR Lock-on AF Subjects too small or too large iSweep Panorama Lock-on AF Scenes with little contrast, such as the sky or a sandy beach...

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