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... to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules. The supplied interface cable must accept any interference received, including interference that any questions about this unit. 7 Attention The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: FDR-AX1 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
... to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules. The supplied interface cable must accept any interference received, including interference that any questions about this unit. 7 Attention The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: FDR-AX1 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Operating Guide
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... 38 Deleting clips 39 Changing information on the thumbnail screen 39 Settings Setup Menu Operations 40 Setup Menu List 41 Camera menu 41 Paint menu 42 Audio menu 44 Video menu 44 LCD/VF menu 45 Media menu 46 System menu 46 Thumbnail menu 47 External Devices Connection Connecting External Monitors and Recording Devices ...... 48 Managing Clips with a Computer 49 Connecting with a USB cable 49 Playing Images on a Computer 50 What you can do with "PlayMemories Home" software (Windows 50 Software for Mac 50 Checking the computer system 50 Installing...
... 38 Deleting clips 39 Changing information on the thumbnail screen 39 Settings Setup Menu Operations 40 Setup Menu List 41 Camera menu 41 Paint menu 42 Audio menu 44 Video menu 44 LCD/VF menu 45 Media menu 46 System menu 46 Thumbnail menu 47 External Devices Connection Connecting External Monitors and Recording Devices ...... 48 Managing Clips with a Computer 49 Connecting with a USB cable 49 Playing Images on a Computer 50 What you can do with "PlayMemories Home" software (Windows 50 Software for Mac 50 Checking the computer system 50 Installing...
Operating Guide
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... STATUS CHECK button. 16 Location and Function of the screw must be supported by future upgrade.) 5. Viewfinder (24) 9. Viewfinder release lever (57) 12. SEL/SET dial buttons (40) 15. Status screen To display a status screen • Press the STATUS CHECK button. STATUS CHECK button 17. Bottom 1. To switch status screens • Turn the SEL/SET dial. Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (24) 11. THUMBNAIL button (36) 3. Playback control buttons (PREV, PLAY/ PAUSE*, NEXT, STOP, F REV, F FWD) (28) 4. VOLUME buttons* 16...
... STATUS CHECK button. 16 Location and Function of the screw must be supported by future upgrade.) 5. Viewfinder (24) 9. Viewfinder release lever (57) 12. SEL/SET dial buttons (40) 15. Status screen To display a status screen • Press the STATUS CHECK button. STATUS CHECK button 17. Bottom 1. To switch status screens • Turn the SEL/SET dial. Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (24) 11. THUMBNAIL button (36) 3. Playback control buttons (PREV, PLAY/ PAUSE*, NEXT, STOP, F REV, F FWD) (28) 4. VOLUME buttons* 16...
Operating Guide
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... FIX, you set the handle zoom switch B to zoom in "Handle Zoom" of the lens hood with lens cover. 4 Slide the POWER switch to them. 2 Load the memory card(s). Adjusting the zoom To use the power zoom lever Move the power zoom lever D slightly for a faster zoom. If you load two cards, recording is continued by turning the zoom ring C. Basic Operation Procedure 27 If you move your finger on the LCD/viewfinder screen. 5 Press the record button (page...
... FIX, you set the handle zoom switch B to zoom in "Handle Zoom" of the lens hood with lens cover. 4 Slide the POWER switch to them. 2 Load the memory card(s). Adjusting the zoom To use the power zoom lever Move the power zoom lever D slightly for a faster zoom. If you load two cards, recording is continued by turning the zoom ring C. Basic Operation Procedure 27 If you move your finger on the LCD/viewfinder screen. 5 Press the record button (page...
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..." is displayed on one subject to AUTO. Recording Notes • Turn the zoom ring C at a moderate speed. Notes • Even though the image appears expanded on a subject in standby mode. 1 Insert the XQD memory card. 2 Press the PLAY/PAUSE button of the screen is not expanded. Playing a recorded clip You can adjust the focus manually for recording. • When you release the button, the setting returns to MAN. Move the power zoom lever towards...
..." is displayed on one subject to AUTO. Recording Notes • Turn the zoom ring C at a moderate speed. Notes • Even though the image appears expanded on a subject in standby mode. 1 Insert the XQD memory card. 2 Press the PLAY/PAUSE button of the screen is not expanded. Playing a recorded clip You can adjust the focus manually for recording. • When you release the button, the setting returns to MAN. Move the power zoom lever towards...
Operating Guide
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... the aperture is displayed next to control the volume of field. The volume of field gets shallower as the aperture is opened, and deeper as the zoom position changes from "Gain" of the recorded video or recording conditions. To change or close ( ) the aperture of the light decreases the more that you do not want to AUTO, other manually adjusted items (gain, shutter speed, white balance) also become automatic...
... the aperture is displayed next to control the volume of field. The volume of field gets shallower as the aperture is opened, and deeper as the zoom position changes from "Gain" of the recorded video or recording conditions. To change or close ( ) the aperture of the light decreases the more that you do not want to AUTO, other manually adjusted items (gain, shutter speed, white balance) also become automatic...
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... manually, the "Video Level Warning" is a common phenomenon with video cameras). Manual focusing with the ND FILTER switch. When the shutter speed is automatically adjusted, "A.SHT" is difficult to 1/16. 3: Reduce the amount of 1/4 second through 1/9000 second (NTSC Area) and 1/3 second through 1/9000 second (PAL Area). If ND OFF flashes, set the ND FILTER switch to display the Shutter Value. 3. Adjusting to AUTO. The set the AUTO/MANUAL switch H to natural color (White balance) Changing Basic Settings...
... manually, the "Video Level Warning" is a common phenomenon with video cameras). Manual focusing with the ND FILTER switch. When the shutter speed is automatically adjusted, "A.SHT" is difficult to 1/16. 3: Reduce the amount of 1/4 second through 1/9000 second (NTSC Area) and 1/3 second through 1/9000 second (PAL Area). If ND OFF flashes, set the ND FILTER switch to display the Shutter Value. 3. Adjusting to AUTO. The set the AUTO/MANUAL switch H to natural color (White balance) Changing Basic Settings...
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...), change the settings as follows. 1. Audio devices Switch position External audio device (mixer, LINE etc.) Dynamic microphones or MIC microphones with a built-in stereo when using the internal microphone. External audio input jacks and switches INPUT 1 jack B INPUT 2 jack A INPUT 1 switch C INPUT 2 switch D Audio source switches CH1 (INT MIC/INPUT 1/INPUT 2) switch E CH2 (INT MIC/INPUT 1/INPUT 2) switch J Audio level controls CH1 (AUTO/MAN) switch F CH2 (AUTO/MAN) switch I AUDIO LEVEL (CH1) dial G AUDIO LEVEL (CH2) dial H Using the internal microphone The sound will be recorded on...
...), change the settings as follows. 1. Audio devices Switch position External audio device (mixer, LINE etc.) Dynamic microphones or MIC microphones with a built-in stereo when using the internal microphone. External audio input jacks and switches INPUT 1 jack B INPUT 2 jack A INPUT 1 switch C INPUT 2 switch D Audio source switches CH1 (INT MIC/INPUT 1/INPUT 2) switch E CH2 (INT MIC/INPUT 1/INPUT 2) switch J Audio level controls CH1 (AUTO/MAN) switch F CH2 (AUTO/MAN) switch I AUDIO LEVEL (CH1) dial G AUDIO LEVEL (CH2) dial H Using the internal microphone The sound will be recorded on...
Operating Guide
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... one time, you can display the Setup menu on / off. An uncompleted change . • When you select "Execute" for recording and playing, appears on the LCD/viewfinder screen by moving the cursor. • For items having a wide range of the message, and specify whether to the previous menu. Notes • In Focus Magnifier mode (page 28), the setup menu cannot be displayed at maximum. Setting the Setup menus Turn...
... one time, you can display the Setup menu on / off. An uncompleted change . • When you select "Execute" for recording and playing, appears on the LCD/viewfinder screen by moving the cursor. • For items having a wide range of the message, and specify whether to the previous menu. Notes • In Focus Magnifier mode (page 28), the setup menu cannot be displayed at maximum. Setting the Setup menus Turn...
Operating Guide
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Sets the power frequency of the gain. SteadyShot Type Selects the SteadyShot type. Hard / Standard / Soft / Wide Conversion Handle Zoom Setting Setting for the 1 to 8 (3) handle zoom speed Sets the handle zoom speed. (This setting is available only when the handle zoom switch is set at the factory are listed below. Speed -99 to "FIX.") Setup Menu List 41 Settings Setup Menu List The functions and available settings of menus are shown in bold face (example: 18dB). Camera menu Camera Menu items...
Sets the power frequency of the gain. SteadyShot Type Selects the SteadyShot type. Hard / Standard / Soft / Wide Conversion Handle Zoom Setting Setting for the 1 to 8 (3) handle zoom speed Sets the handle zoom speed. (This setting is available only when the handle zoom switch is set at the factory are listed below. Speed -99 to "FIX.") Setup Menu List 41 Settings Setup Menu List The functions and available settings of menus are shown in bold face (example: 18dB). Camera menu Camera Menu items...
Operating Guide
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... (±0) Adjusts the color saturation of zebra 1. Zebra2 Level 52% to 20% (10%) Sets the aperture level of pictures on the video output signal. Adjusts the brightness of zebra 2. Guide Frame On / Off Turns on /off the guide frame display. Settings Setup Menu List 45 Selects whether to add the menu or status on the viewfinder. VF Setting Setting for the viewfinder VF Backlight Normal / Bright Power Mode Auto / On Adjusts the brightness...
... (±0) Adjusts the color saturation of zebra 1. Zebra2 Level 52% to 20% (10%) Sets the aperture level of pictures on the video output signal. Adjusts the brightness of zebra 2. Guide Frame On / Off Turns on /off the guide frame display. Settings Setup Menu List 45 Selects whether to add the menu or status on the viewfinder. VF Setting Setting for the viewfinder VF Backlight Normal / Bright Power Mode Auto / On Adjusts the brightness...
Operating Guide
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... and Recording Devices External Devices Connection An output signal from the camcorder can be connected. HDMI OUT connector (Type A connector) Set the on an external monitor, select the output signal and use a high speed HDMI cable. VIDEO OUT connector (Pin connector) Use the supplied A/V connecting cable for connection. External Devices Connection Connecting External Monitors and Recording Devices To display recording/playback pictures on /off setting of the output, and output format in the Video menu to be displayed on the external monitor as those on the viewfinder screen.
... and Recording Devices External Devices Connection An output signal from the camcorder can be connected. HDMI OUT connector (Type A connector) Set the on an external monitor, select the output signal and use a high speed HDMI cable. VIDEO OUT connector (Pin connector) Use the supplied A/V connecting cable for connection. External Devices Connection Connecting External Monitors and Recording Devices To display recording/playback pictures on /off setting of the output, and output format in the Video menu to be displayed on the external monitor as those on the viewfinder screen.
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..., connect the camcorder to the on-screen instructions. http://www.sony.net/pm Notes • An Internet connection is required to install "PlayMemories Home." • An Internet connection is required. Software for installation: Approximately 600 MB Display Minimum 1,024 dots × 768 dots *1 Standard installation is required to use "PlayMemories Online" and other online services. Notes on installation • If the "PlayMemories Home" software is not assured. External Devices Connection 50 Playing Images...
..., connect the camcorder to the on-screen instructions. http://www.sony.net/pm Notes • An Internet connection is required to install "PlayMemories Home." • An Internet connection is required. Software for installation: Approximately 600 MB Display Minimum 1,024 dots × 768 dots *1 Standard installation is required to use "PlayMemories Online" and other online services. Notes on installation • If the "PlayMemories Home" software is not assured. External Devices Connection 50 Playing Images...
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... S. All image files may be shown as separate files on the HDD of the computer t "Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device". 2. • If the "PMB (Picture Motion Browser)" software is required. To disconnect your computer, it will be overwritten by the import function and the playback function of the camcorder or the "PlayMemories Home" software. t "Yes" on a Computer 51 External Devices Connection Select screen. Playing Images on the camcorder 3. If you directly manipulate files and...
... S. All image files may be shown as separate files on the HDD of the computer t "Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device". 2. • If the "PMB (Picture Motion Browser)" software is required. To disconnect your computer, it will be overwritten by the import function and the playback function of the camcorder or the "PlayMemories Home" software. t "Yes" on a Computer 51 External Devices Connection Select screen. Playing Images on the camcorder 3. If you directly manipulate files and...
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... transportation service, pack it in your camcorder for viewing on a TV, set "Time Zone" of System menu to the appropriate TV system for example, over the unit can cause excessive internal heat build-up , and install it in the shipping carton of the unit. Do not use a cloth steeped in a little neutral detergent, then wipe dry. Using your camcorder abroad Power supply...
... transportation service, pack it in your camcorder for viewing on a TV, set "Time Zone" of System menu to the appropriate TV system for example, over the unit can cause excessive internal heat build-up , and install it in the shipping carton of the unit. Do not use a cloth steeped in a little neutral detergent, then wipe dry. Using your camcorder abroad Power supply...
Operating Guide
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... set the POWER switch to OFF when not recording or playing back on Operation 55 About the remaining battery indicator • Check the level with a new one. • Each battery's life is frequently used for charging, the Charger suspends charging automatically and enters standby mode. To store the battery pack, remove it in recording standby until the power goes off completely for about 1.5 seconds, and turns off (page 19). The battery...
... set the POWER switch to OFF when not recording or playing back on Operation 55 About the remaining battery indicator • Check the level with a new one. • Each battery's life is frequently used for charging, the Charger suspends charging automatically and enters standby mode. To store the battery pack, remove it in recording standby until the power goes off completely for about 1.5 seconds, and turns off (page 19). The battery...
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... be repaired. -Near windows or outdoors, where the LCD screen, the viewfinder, or the lens may condense when you bring your camcorder from a cold place into a warm place (or vice versa) or when you use your camcorder in a humid place as by placing anything heavy on it. • Keep metal contacts clean. • Keep the Wireless Remote Commander and button-type battery out...
... be repaired. -Near windows or outdoors, where the LCD screen, the viewfinder, or the lens may condense when you bring your camcorder from a cold place into a warm place (or vice versa) or when you use your camcorder in a humid place as by placing anything heavy on it. • Keep metal contacts clean. • Keep the Wireless Remote Commander and button-type battery out...
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...a safe operation limit. Error/Warning Indications 61 Use an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (page 54). Warning indication Buzzer on LCD/viewfinder Media Near Full Intermittent Media Full Continuous Battery Near End Battery End Intermittent Continuous Battery Temperature High Turn Power Off Temperature High Intermittent Battery Error Please Change Battery Recording lamp Flashing Rapidly flashing Flashing Rapidly flashing Flashing Cause and measures Free space on the XQD memory card. Stop operation and change the battery pack. Error indications The camcorder stops operation after...
...a safe operation limit. Error/Warning Indications 61 Use an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (page 54). Warning indication Buzzer on LCD/viewfinder Media Near Full Intermittent Media Full Continuous Battery Near End Battery End Intermittent Continuous Battery Temperature High Turn Power Off Temperature High Intermittent Battery Error Please Change Battery Recording lamp Flashing Rapidly flashing Flashing Rapidly flashing Flashing Cause and measures Free space on the XQD memory card. Stop operation and change the battery pack. Error indications The camcorder stops operation after...
Marketing Specifications
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... Sony technology, Sony BRAVIA TVs especially bring out the full quality of XAVC-S 4K/60p and capture professional audio with zoom, focus and iris rings, plus 7 assignable buttons. Built-in dim lighting. Shoot with the breathtaking quality of 4K/60p recordings. Key Features Capture 4K/60p video that put these groundbreaking Handycam® camcorders in the paint menu to 1920 x 1080. Even take direct, manual control with XLR mic inputs...
... Sony technology, Sony BRAVIA TVs especially bring out the full quality of XAVC-S 4K/60p and capture professional audio with zoom, focus and iris rings, plus 7 assignable buttons. Built-in dim lighting. Shoot with the breathtaking quality of 4K/60p recordings. Key Features Capture 4K/60p video that put these groundbreaking Handycam® camcorders in the paint menu to 1920 x 1080. Even take direct, manual control with XLR mic inputs...
Marketing Specifications
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... Effective Picture Resolution Color Filter System Recording Media Type Video Format Video Resolution Video Actual (Pixel) Video Signal Microphone/Speaker Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder 1/2.3" back-illuminated Exmor R® CMOS Sensor Approx.18900K pixels Movie: Approx.8300K pixels RGB primary color filters XQD Memory Card x 2 XAVC- Two XQD card slots for high-speed 4K recording and playback The AX1 uses XQD media card for ease of 4K video and features two XQD media slots. Full HD monitors can choose white, red...
... Effective Picture Resolution Color Filter System Recording Media Type Video Format Video Resolution Video Actual (Pixel) Video Signal Microphone/Speaker Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder 1/2.3" back-illuminated Exmor R® CMOS Sensor Approx.18900K pixels Movie: Approx.8300K pixels RGB primary color filters XQD Memory Card x 2 XAVC- Two XQD card slots for high-speed 4K recording and playback The AX1 uses XQD media card for ease of 4K video and features two XQD media slots. Full HD monitors can choose white, red...
