Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera
E-mount
Startup Guide
ILX-LR1
About the "Help Guide"
For detailed instructions on using the camera, refer
to the "Help Guide" (web manual).
https://rd1.sony.net/help/ilc/2390/h_zz/
ILX-LR1 Help Guide
Preparations
Checking the supplied items
The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces.
• Camera (1)
• Startup Guide (this manual) (1)
• Power & Control Cable (SONY)
• Reference Guide (1)
(1)
• Body cap (1) (attached to the
camera)
Inserting a memory card (sold separately) into the camera
Ensure the notched corner faces correctly.
Slide the switch above the memory card cover to open the cover
and insert the memory card.
Insert the projection on the bottom of the cover into the recess
of the camera and close the cover.
This camera is compatible with SD memory cards.
When you use a memory card with this camera for the first time,
format the card using the camera in order to stabilize the performance
of the memory card.
5-055-985-11(1)
Attaching a lens
Mounting indexes
Connecting to an external power source
Power & Control
terminal
Power lamp
To a power supply
device such as an AC
adaptor
Connecting an external monitor to the camera
Make sure that both the camera and external monitor are
turned off.
Connect the HDMI micro terminal of the camera and the
HDMI terminal of the external monitor with an HDMI cable
(sold separately).
Turn on the power of the external monitor, and then set the
ON/OFF (Power) switch on the camera to "ON" to turn on the
camera.
Performing initial setup for the camera
By establishing a Bluetooth connection (pairing) between the camera
and a smartphone, you can perform initial camera setup such as
date and time settings from the smartphone. Install the dedicated
application on your smartphone in advance, and then follow steps
to under "Procedures for initial camera setup."
Installing the dedicated smartphone application
Install the application from the following website.
Also, update to the latest version of the dedicated
application. The specifications of the dedicated
application may change without notice.
https://www.sony.net/ca/
Mount the lens by aligning the two white
index marks (mounting indexes) on the
lens and camera.
While pushing the lens lightly toward
the camera, turn the lens slowly in the
direction of the arrow until it clicks into
the locked position.
Connect the Power & Control Cable
(supplied) to a power supply device such
as an AC adaptor.
Connect the Power & Control Cable to the
Power & Control terminal of the camera.
Turn on the power supply device.
• Check that the power lamp of the camera
is lit to ensure that power is being supplied
correctly to the camera.
Procedures for initial camera setup
Turn on the power of the connected
ON/OFF (Power) switch
external monitor, and then set the
ON/OFF (Power) switch on the camera to
"ON" to turn on the camera.
Select the desired language and then
press the center of the control wheel.
• A privacy notice screen will appear on the
external monitor. Read the privacy notice
regarding biometrics by opening the link
Control wheel/center
using your smartphone, etc.
button
Press the center of the control wheel.
Follow the instructions on the external
monitor to connect the camera with your
smartphone and perform the initial
setup.
• You can also configure or change the initial
settings later from the MENU of the camera.
Pairing the camera with your smartphone later
(Smartphone Connection)
For details on the connection method, refer to the
following Help Guide URL:
https://rd1.sony.net/help/ilc/2390_pairing/h_zz/
Shooting still images
Set the Still/Movie/S&Q switch to
Shutter/MOVIE (Movie)
button
(Still).
Press the MENU button and select
MENU button
(Shooting) [Shooting Mode]
Shoot Mode] the desired shooting
[
mode.
Press the shutter/MOVIE (Movie) button
halfway down to focus.
Press the shutter/MOVIE (Movie) button
all the way down.
Still/Movie/S&Q switch
Notes on use
Refer to "Precautions" in the "Help Guide" as well.
About this camera
This camera does not have a monitor, so when changing MENU settings or replacing the
memory card/lens, etc., make sure that the camera operates correctly by confirming the
screen of the external monitor.
Notes on handling the product
• Do not leave the lens exposed to a strong light source such as sunlight. Because of the
lens's condensing function, doing so may cause smoke, fire, or a malfunction inside the
camera body or the lens. If you have to leave the camera exposed to a light source such
as sunlight, attach the lens cap to the lens.
• If sunlight or other strong light enters the camera through the lens, it may focus inside
the camera and cause smoke or fire. Attach the lens cap when storing the camera. When
shooting with backlighting, keep the sun sufficiently far away from the angle of view.
Even if it is slightly away from the angle of view, smoke or fire may still occur.
• Do not look at sunlight or a strong light source through the lens when it is detached. This
may result in unrecoverable damage to the eyes or cause a malfunction.
• This camera (including accessories) has magnet(s) which may interfere with pacemakers,
programmable shunt valves for hydrocephalus treatment, or other medical devices.
Do not place this camera close to persons who use such medical devices. Consult your
doctor before using this camera if you use any such medical device.
• Increase the volume gradually. Sudden loud noises can damage your ears.
• Do not leave the camera, the supplied accessories, or memory cards within the reach of
infants. They may be accidentally swallowed. If this occurs, consult a doctor immediately.
• When shooting still images continuously, the connected external monitor may flash
between the shooting screen and a black screen. If you keep watching the screen in this
situation, you may experience uncomfortable symptoms such as feeling of unwellness.
If you experience uncomfortable symptoms, stop using the camera, and consult your
doctor as necessary.
• Do not hold the camera in your hand while using it. Fix the camera to a device or
equipment, etc. Be careful when operating the buttons or removing the camera from the
equipment, as the camera will become hot when used for long periods of time.
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