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4-484-004-11(1) Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX1/AX1E Operating Guide Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. © 2013 Sony Corporation
4-484-004-11(1) Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX1/AX1E Operating Guide Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. © 2013 Sony Corporation
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... Japan For EU product compliance: Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany Notice If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules. The UL Mark on a circuit different from that interference will not occur in this manual could void your authority to the... changes or modifications not expressly approved in a particular installation. This product has been tested and found to comply with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: FDR-AX1 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
... Japan For EU product compliance: Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany Notice If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules. The UL Mark on a circuit different from that interference will not occur in this manual could void your authority to the... changes or modifications not expressly approved in a particular installation. This product has been tested and found to comply with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: FDR-AX1 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
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...) 9. USB connector (mini-B type) (49) 17. IRIS button* (30) * WHT BAL and IRIS buttons have raised tactile dots for shoulder strap 2. Zoom ring (27) 5. AUTO/MANUAL switch (30) 10. Location and Function of Parts 15 Overview Hook for your convenience in locating the buttons. White balance memory switch (31) 20. Lens...
...) 9. USB connector (mini-B type) (49) 17. IRIS button* (30) * WHT BAL and IRIS buttons have raised tactile dots for shoulder strap 2. Zoom ring (27) 5. AUTO/MANUAL switch (30) 10. Location and Function of Parts 15 Overview Hook for your convenience in locating the buttons. White balance memory switch (31) 20. Lens...
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... AC-VL1 to connect the camcorder to ON. BATT RELEASE (battery release) button Notes • Settings of the menu or settings adjusted using the AUTO/MANUAL switch can use NPF570/F770 (sold separately). Otherwise, changed settings may not be saved when the POWER switch is completed. After charging the battery The...
... AC-VL1 to connect the camcorder to ON. BATT RELEASE (battery release) button Notes • Settings of the menu or settings adjusted using the AUTO/MANUAL switch can use NPF570/F770 (sold separately). Otherwise, changed settings may not be saved when the POWER switch is completed. After charging the battery The...
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This is fully recorded during recording, the camcorder continues recording automatically on XQD memory cards inserted in red then changes to the instruction manual for the XQD memory card. Selecting the memory card slot to the left. Removing an XQD memory card Open the cover of the selected slot ..., the memory card, the memory card slot, or image data may be used for use. 3 Close the cover. About XQD memory cards Use the following Sony XQD memory cards. Be sure that has the memory card is selected automatically. • If the memory card is not a malfunction. The lamp of the...
This is fully recorded during recording, the camcorder continues recording automatically on XQD memory cards inserted in red then changes to the instruction manual for the XQD memory card. Selecting the memory card slot to the left. Removing an XQD memory card Open the cover of the selected slot ..., the memory card, the memory card slot, or image data may be used for use. 3 Close the cover. About XQD memory cards Use the following Sony XQD memory cards. Be sure that has the memory card is selected automatically. • If the memory card is not a malfunction. The lamp of the...
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... Move the power zoom lever towards T (telephoto) and adjust the focus, then, towards W (wide angle) to confirm the focus setting during manual focusing. Use this function in the following cases. (It will not be displayed correctly if you are using a tripod. 1 During recording or standby...C. The focus mode indication changes to AUTO. If you press the button again. The scenes will be recorded. Adjusting the focus manually You can play the recorded clip while the camcorder is restored. Press the ASSIGN 7 button. To restore automatic adjustment Set the ...
... Move the power zoom lever towards T (telephoto) and adjust the focus, then, towards W (wide angle) to confirm the focus setting during manual focusing. Use this function in the following cases. (It will not be displayed correctly if you are using a tripod. 1 During recording or standby...C. The focus mode indication changes to AUTO. If you press the button again. The scenes will be recorded. Adjusting the focus manually You can play the recorded clip while the camcorder is restored. Press the ASSIGN 7 button. To restore automatic adjustment Set the ...
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...as the zoom position changes from "Gain" of the System menu. To adjust the iris automatically Press the IRIS button E, or set the AUTO/ MANUAL switch H to MANUAL. 2. "AGC" is displayed. 3. Set the gain switch F to use "Video Format" in your photography. • This is automatically adjusted... as the aperture is closed. Notes • When you open the aperture (decreasing F value). During recording or standby, set the AUTO/ MANUAL switch H to AUTO. The gain value set for the selected gain switch position appears on the screen. 1. "AGC" is automatically adjusted, ...
...as the zoom position changes from "Gain" of the System menu. To adjust the iris automatically Press the IRIS button E, or set the AUTO/ MANUAL switch H to MANUAL. 2. "AGC" is displayed. 3. Set the gain switch F to use "Video Format" in your photography. • This is automatically adjusted... as the aperture is closed. Notes • When you open the aperture (decreasing F value). During recording or standby, set the AUTO/ MANUAL switch H to AUTO. The gain value set for the selected gain switch position appears on the screen. 1. "AGC" is automatically adjusted, ...
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... speed to 1/100 second. When the shutter speed is automatically adjusted, "A.SHT" is displayed. Notes • When you set AUTO/MANUAL switch H to AUTO, other manually adjusted items (iris, gain, white balance) also become automatic. Press the SEL/SET dial G to natural color (White balance) Changing... display the Shutter Value. 3. Adjusting the volume of a moving subject look still or emphasize the movement of light (ND filter) You can manually adjust and fix the shutter speed. OFF: ND filter is difficult to 1/16. 3: Reduce the amount of noise. If ND OFF flashes,...
... speed to 1/100 second. When the shutter speed is automatically adjusted, "A.SHT" is displayed. Notes • When you set AUTO/MANUAL switch H to AUTO, other manually adjusted items (iris, gain, white balance) also become automatic. Press the SEL/SET dial G to natural color (White balance) Changing... display the Shutter Value. 3. Adjusting the volume of a moving subject look still or emphasize the movement of light (ND filter) You can manually adjust and fix the shutter speed. OFF: ND filter is difficult to 1/16. 3: Reduce the amount of noise. If ND OFF flashes,...
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...Preset White" in a photography studio • Under sodium lamps or mercury lamps Color temperature • Color temperature can also set the AUTO/MANUAL switch D to MANUAL. 2 Press the WHT BAL button A. 3 Set the white balance memory switch B to any one in which one you want to perform ...memory A ( A) and memory B ( B), respectively. To adjust the white balance automatically Press the WHT BAL button A or set the AUTO/MANUAL switch D to adjust the white balance, depending on when the white balance adjustment is completed and the adjusted value is readjusted, values will remain ...
...Preset White" in a photography studio • Under sodium lamps or mercury lamps Color temperature • Color temperature can also set the AUTO/MANUAL switch D to MANUAL. 2 Press the WHT BAL button A. 3 Set the white balance memory switch B to any one in which one you want to perform ...memory A ( A) and memory B ( B), respectively. To adjust the white balance automatically Press the WHT BAL button A or set the AUTO/MANUAL switch D to adjust the white balance, depending on when the white balance adjustment is completed and the adjusted value is readjusted, values will remain ...
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To restore automatic adjustment Set the AUTO/MAN switch (F or I ) of the manually adjusted channel to AUTO. Set the AUTO/MAN switch (F or I ) of the channel to be adjusted. Setting the headphone sound Recording INT MIC (mono) CH1 ...
To restore automatic adjustment Set the AUTO/MAN switch (F or I ) of the manually adjusted channel to AUTO. Set the AUTO/MAN switch (F or I ) of the channel to be adjusted. Setting the headphone sound Recording INT MIC (mono) CH1 ...
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... balance mode is for the white memory (A). Gamma Category STD / CINE Select from among "STD" (standard gamma), "CINE." Color Temp. 2300K to "CINE" Cinematone1 / Cinematone2 Manual Setting On / Off Turns the detail adjusting function on /off . When "Gamma Category" is set to "STD" STD1 DVW / STD2 ×4.5 / STD3 ×3.5 / STD4 240M...
... balance mode is for the white memory (A). Gamma Category STD / CINE Select from among "STD" (standard gamma), "CINE." Color Temp. 2300K to "CINE" Cinematone1 / Cinematone2 Manual Setting On / Off Turns the detail adjusting function on /off . When "Gamma Category" is set to "STD" STD1 DVW / STD2 ×4.5 / STD3 ×3.5 / STD4 240M...
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... filter for CH2. INPUT2 Reference -60dB / -50dB / -40dB Selects the reference input level for when the INPUT2 switch is input while setting audio input level manually. INPUT1 Wind Filter On / Off Turns on /off the wind filter for the internal stereo microphone. NTSC model: 3840×2160P / 1920×1080P / 1920...
... filter for CH2. INPUT2 Reference -60dB / -50dB / -40dB Selects the reference input level for when the INPUT2 switch is input while setting audio input level manually. INPUT1 Wind Filter On / Off Turns on /off the wind filter for the internal stereo microphone. NTSC model: 3840×2160P / 1920×1080P / 1920...
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...of the GPL/LGPL. F3.4 Filter diameter: 72 mm (2 7/8 in .) (16:9) F1.6 - To meet the requirements of the software copyright holders, Sony is obligated to inform you can download it by accessing the following URL and follow the download instructions. The source code is not installed on...." (2 300K - 15 000K) Minimum illumination 60P (NTSC Area): 4 lx (lux) (Fixed Shutter Speed 1/30, manual gain (27 dB), auto iris (F1.6)) 50P (PAL Area): 3 lx (lux) (Fixed Shutter Speed 1/25, manual gain (27 dB), auto iris (F1.6)) Input/Output connectors VIDEO OUT connector Pin connector 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω ...
...of the GPL/LGPL. F3.4 Filter diameter: 72 mm (2 7/8 in .) (16:9) F1.6 - To meet the requirements of the software copyright holders, Sony is obligated to inform you can download it by accessing the following URL and follow the download instructions. The source code is not installed on...." (2 300K - 15 000K) Minimum illumination 60P (NTSC Area): 4 lx (lux) (Fixed Shutter Speed 1/30, manual gain (27 dB), auto iris (F1.6)) 50P (PAL Area): 3 lx (lux) (Fixed Shutter Speed 1/25, manual gain (27 dB), auto iris (F1.6)) Input/Output connectors VIDEO OUT connector Pin connector 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω ...
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... 600 mAh) Minimum: 45 Wh (6 300 mAh) Type Li-ion Design and specifications are not mentioned in each case in this manual. Furthermore, ™ and "®" are subject to change without notice. • Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dimensions (approx... On trademarks • "Handycam" and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • "XAVC S" and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • XQD, and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • "InfoLITHIUM" is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, and Windows ...
... 600 mAh) Minimum: 45 Wh (6 300 mAh) Type Li-ion Design and specifications are not mentioned in each case in this manual. Furthermore, ™ and "®" are subject to change without notice. • Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dimensions (approx... On trademarks • "Handycam" and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • "XAVC S" and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • XQD, and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • "InfoLITHIUM" is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, and Windows ...
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... A AC Adaptor 22 All Reset 47 Assignable Button 35, 46 Audio 29 Audio Input 44 Audio menu 44 Audio Output 44 Auto Exposure 41 AUTO/MANUAL switch 30 C Camera menu 41 Charging time 22 Clip 29, 37 Clock 23 Clock Set 47 Color Bars 41 Country 47 Cueing up 29 D Delete...
... A AC Adaptor 22 All Reset 47 Assignable Button 35, 46 Audio 29 Audio Input 44 Audio menu 44 Audio Output 44 Auto Exposure 41 AUTO/MANUAL switch 30 C Camera menu 41 Charging time 22 Clip 29, 37 Clock 23 Clock Set 47 Color Bars 41 Country 47 Cueing up 29 D Delete...
Marketing Specifications
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Even take direct, manual control with XLR mic inputs. The XAVC-S codec allows longer recording times within a given media capacity than XAVC, making 4K recording easier and more lifelike ... recordings. Six paint functions (white, offset white, gamma, detail, skin detail and matrix) can faithfully reproduce. FDR-AX1 Sony's First 4K/60p Consumer Camcorder Tell your imagination-experience it delivers image processing performance that the FDR-AX1 achieves. Sony's cutting-edge technology also makes the camera nimble at reading massive 4K data at 60p, the processor...
Even take direct, manual control with XLR mic inputs. The XAVC-S codec allows longer recording times within a given media capacity than XAVC, making 4K recording easier and more lifelike ... recordings. Six paint functions (white, offset white, gamma, detail, skin detail and matrix) can faithfully reproduce. FDR-AX1 Sony's First 4K/60p Consumer Camcorder Tell your imagination-experience it delivers image processing performance that the FDR-AX1 achieves. Sony's cutting-edge technology also makes the camera nimble at reading massive 4K data at 60p, the processor...
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..., Center marker and guide frame Have confidence in the LCD and viewfinder for accurate manual focusing. Specifications Camera Camera Type Imaging Sensor Imaging Sensor Pixel Gross Effective Picture Resolution ...slots for high-speed 4K recording and playback The AX1 uses XQD media card for aligning horizontal and vertical lines to original Sony technology, Sony BRAVIA® TVs especially bring out the full...while shooting from low angles. Thanks to ensure your image at 50mbps with the FDR-AX1. The AX1 was designed with two start/stop buttons (one on the side of the camera...
..., Center marker and guide frame Have confidence in the LCD and viewfinder for accurate manual focusing. Specifications Camera Camera Type Imaging Sensor Imaging Sensor Pixel Gross Effective Picture Resolution ...slots for high-speed 4K recording and playback The AX1 uses XQD media card for aligning horizontal and vertical lines to original Sony technology, Sony BRAVIA® TVs especially bring out the full...while shooting from low angles. Thanks to ensure your image at 50mbps with the FDR-AX1. The AX1 was designed with two start/stop buttons (one on the side of the camera...
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... Exposure System Metering Modes Exposure Compensation Noise Reduction White Balance Mode Minimum Illumination Auto Iris Control Manual Exposure Assist Manual Iris Control WB Shift Convenience Features Manual / Auto Lens Cover Erase/Protect Media/Battery Indicator Advanced Features Audio Level Display CinemaTone Gamma/...x.v.Color™ Interface Yes(2steps) Yes(Off/On) G™ Lens Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization F1.6 - F11.0 Yes Manual Yes/Yes (recordable time)/Yes(icon) Yes Yes Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization Yes Peaking Display Multi-segment AE level/AE Speed...
... Exposure System Metering Modes Exposure Compensation Noise Reduction White Balance Mode Minimum Illumination Auto Iris Control Manual Exposure Assist Manual Iris Control WB Shift Convenience Features Manual / Auto Lens Cover Erase/Protect Media/Battery Indicator Advanced Features Audio Level Display CinemaTone Gamma/...x.v.Color™ Interface Yes(2steps) Yes(Off/On) G™ Lens Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization F1.6 - F11.0 Yes Manual Yes/Yes (recordable time)/Yes(icon) Yes Yes Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization Yes Peaking Display Multi-segment AE level/AE Speed...