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... rights and you . Please refer to the End User License Agreements included with the Product for your authorized dealer, call: 1-800-488-SONY (7669) Repair / Replacement Warranty: This Limited Warranty shall apply to you may not apply to any enclosed software Limited Warranty. For specific...ninety (90) days, whichever is still in any repair, replacement part or replacement product for the time periods and as fuses or batteries). For purposes of incidental or consequential damages, or allow the exclusion or limitation of this Limited Warranty will supply new or refurbished ...
... rights and you . Please refer to the End User License Agreements included with the Product for your authorized dealer, call: 1-800-488-SONY (7669) Repair / Replacement Warranty: This Limited Warranty shall apply to you may not apply to any enclosed software Limited Warranty. For specific...ninety (90) days, whichever is still in any repair, replacement part or replacement product for the time periods and as fuses or batteries). For purposes of incidental or consequential damages, or allow the exclusion or limitation of this Limited Warranty will supply new or refurbished ...
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...rule for long periods may be copyrighted. However, it is neither dust-proof, nor splashproof, nor water-proof. Warning on the battery pack • Charge the battery pack before using the camera Table of the camera or memory card, etc. If water enters inside the camera, a malfunction may ..., see page 53. In addition, even if the battery pack is not fully charged, you can use , but it is not completely discharged. No compensation for damaged content or recording failure Sony cannot compensate for the first time. • You can play back images. • Using the ...
...rule for long periods may be copyrighted. However, it is neither dust-proof, nor splashproof, nor water-proof. Warning on the battery pack • Charge the battery pack before using the camera Table of the camera or memory card, etc. If water enters inside the camera, a malfunction may ..., see page 53. In addition, even if the battery pack is not fully charged, you can use , but it is not completely discharged. No compensation for damaged content or recording failure Sony cannot compensate for the first time. • You can play back images. • Using the ...
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... 9 Settings Search 10 Identifying parts 11 Getting started Checking the bundled items 12 Inserting the battery pack 13 Inserting a memory card 16 Recording Mode 18 SteadyShot 19 Field Angle 20 Interval Photo Recording 21 Smart Remote Control (HDR-AS15 only 22 Auto Power Off 23 Date & Time Setting 24 USB Power Supply 25...
... 9 Settings Search 10 Identifying parts 11 Getting started Checking the bundled items 12 Inserting the battery pack 13 Inserting a memory card 16 Recording Mode 18 SteadyShot 19 Field Angle 20 Interval Photo Recording 21 Smart Remote Control (HDR-AS15 only 22 Auto Power Off 23 Date & Time Setting 24 USB Power Supply 25...
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Table of contents Operation Search Settings Search Wireless Network (Wi-Fi) Setting Wi-Fi (HDR-AS15 only 39 Copying data to a smartphone (HDR-AS15 only 41 Computer Useful functions when connecting the camera to your computer 42 Preparing a computer (Windows 43 Starting the "PlayMemories Home" software 45 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 46 Warning indicators and messages 50 Others Recordable time 51 Battery pack 53 Using the camera abroad 54 Precautions 55 Specifications 57 Index Index 60 Index 8US
Table of contents Operation Search Settings Search Wireless Network (Wi-Fi) Setting Wi-Fi (HDR-AS15 only 39 Copying data to a smartphone (HDR-AS15 only 41 Computer Useful functions when connecting the camera to your computer 42 Preparing a computer (Windows 43 Starting the "PlayMemories Home" software 45 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 46 Warning indicators and messages 50 Others Recordable time 51 Battery pack 53 Using the camera abroad 54 Precautions 55 Specifications 57 Index Index 60 Index 8US
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... C b HOLD switch*1 D Display panel E Speaker F PREV button G NEXT button H Microphones I Lens J Connector cover K m (Mic) jack*2 L Expansion connector*3 M CHG (Charge) lamp N HDMI OUT jack O (USB) jack P Battery pack/memory card cover Q Memory card insertion slot R Battery tray lever S Battery tray *1 Used to lock. Table of b to prevent accidental operation.
... C b HOLD switch*1 D Display panel E Speaker F PREV button G NEXT button H Microphones I Lens J Connector cover K m (Mic) jack*2 L Expansion connector*3 M CHG (Charge) lamp N HDMI OUT jack O (USB) jack P Battery pack/memory card cover Q Memory card insertion slot R Battery tray lever S Battery tray *1 Used to lock. Table of b to prevent accidental operation.
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... number in parentheses indicates the quantity of that item bundled. • Camera (1) • Micro USB cable (1) • Rechargeable battery pack (NP-BX1) (1) • Battery tray, type X (only for NP-BX1) (1) Attached to the camera. • Battery tray, type G (only for NP-BG1/FG1) (1) • Waterproof Case (SPK-AS1) (1) • Adhesive Mount (VCT-AM1...
... number in parentheses indicates the quantity of that item bundled. • Camera (1) • Micro USB cable (1) • Rechargeable battery pack (NP-BX1) (1) • Battery tray, type X (only for NP-BX1) (1) Attached to the camera. • Battery tray, type G (only for NP-BG1/FG1) (1) • Waterproof Case (SPK-AS1) (1) • Adhesive Mount (VCT-AM1...
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...] from the camera, set the Auto Power Off function. The default setting is [10sec]. Table of contents Operation Search Settings Search Index Inserting the battery pack 1 Slide the Battery pack/memory card cover in the direction of v. 3 Close the cover. For detail, see "Auto Power Off" (page 23). 13US Continued r Match ...the direction of the arrow, then open the cover. 2 Pull out the battery tray from the [SETUP] screen, then set the battery pack on the tray, then return it into the camera.
...] from the camera, set the Auto Power Off function. The default setting is [10sec]. Table of contents Operation Search Settings Search Index Inserting the battery pack 1 Slide the Battery pack/memory card cover in the direction of v. 3 Close the cover. For detail, see "Auto Power Off" (page 23). 13US Continued r Match ...the direction of the arrow, then open the cover. 2 Pull out the battery tray from the [SETUP] screen, then set the battery pack on the tray, then return it into the camera.
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... the camera to charge the camera? Approx. 185 min. Via AC-UD20* (sold separately). Table of contents Operation Search Settings Search Charging the battery pack 1 Turn off (full charge) (page 53). Depending on with customized or hand-built computers is not assured. • If you do...Approx. 245 min. Charging may be depleted rapidly. To connect to the charger, use the camera for a long time. • Charging the battery pack or the connection with the micro USB cable (supplied). Charging is not connected to the computer for an extended period, charge the camera ...
... the camera to charge the camera? Approx. 185 min. Via AC-UD20* (sold separately). Table of contents Operation Search Settings Search Charging the battery pack 1 Turn off (full charge) (page 53). Depending on with customized or hand-built computers is not assured. • If you do...Approx. 245 min. Charging may be depleted rapidly. To connect to the charger, use the camera for a long time. • Charging the battery pack or the connection with the micro USB cable (supplied). Charging is not connected to the computer for an extended period, charge the camera ...
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Table of contents zChecking the remaining battery charge A remaining charge indicator appears on the upper right of the display panel. Operation Search Settings Search Index 15US High Low • The displayed remaining charge indicator may not be correct under certain circumstances. • It takes about one minute until the correct remaining charge indicator appears.
Table of contents zChecking the remaining battery charge A remaining charge indicator appears on the upper right of the display panel. Operation Search Settings Search Index 15US High Low • The displayed remaining charge indicator may not be correct under certain circumstances. • It takes about one minute until the correct remaining charge indicator appears.
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... Micro" media microSD card Index 16US Continued r microSD card: Insert in this camera? Table of contents Operation Search Settings Search Inserting a memory card 1 Slide the Battery pack/memory card cover in the direction of the arrow, then open the cover. 2 Insert the memory card until the message disappears. • Insert a memory...
... Micro" media microSD card Index 16US Continued r microSD card: Insert in this camera? Table of contents Operation Search Settings Search Inserting a memory card 1 Slide the Battery pack/memory card cover in the direction of the arrow, then open the cover. 2 Insert the memory card until the message disappears. • Insert a memory...
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...battery charge may be consumed quickly if the camera is necessary on the smartphone, and connect to the camera through Wi-Fi, you to select the setting, then press the ENTER button. Does not operate by the smartphone. For details on the smartphone setting, see "Setting Wi-Fi (HDR-AS15...can then operate the camera using a smartphone: - Index 22US Table of contents Operation Search Settings Search Smart Remote Setting Control (HDR-AS15 display t only) By connecting the camera and a smartphone through Wi-Fi. Changing the shooting mode (movie mode/interval photo recording...
...battery charge may be consumed quickly if the camera is necessary on the smartphone, and connect to the camera through Wi-Fi, you to select the setting, then press the ENTER button. Does not operate by the smartphone. For details on the smartphone setting, see "Setting Wi-Fi (HDR-AS15...can then operate the camera using a smartphone: - Index 22US Table of contents Operation Search Settings Search Smart Remote Setting Control (HDR-AS15 display t only) By connecting the camera and a smartphone through Wi-Fi. Changing the shooting mode (movie mode/interval photo recording...
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... restoring the memory card to select [CANCL] while [SURE?] or [OK] is displayed, then press the ENTER button again. Connect/disconnect a cable. - Insert/remove the battery pack. Formatting starts and [DONE] appears when formatting finishes. To cancel formatting, press the NEXT button to its initial state. Table of contents Operation Search...
... restoring the memory card to select [CANCL] while [SURE?] or [OK] is displayed, then press the ENTER button again. Connect/disconnect a cable. - Insert/remove the battery pack. Formatting starts and [DONE] appears when formatting finishes. To cancel formatting, press the NEXT button to its initial state. Table of contents Operation Search...
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... movies in the rain or at a beach. Waterproof Case (SPK-AS1) By inserting the camera in the Waterproof Case, you can be attached to prevent battery drain. • You cannot change settings after inserting the camera in the direction of 2. 2 Open the case cover. • If the cord detaches from the...
... movies in the rain or at a beach. Waterproof Case (SPK-AS1) By inserting the camera in the Waterproof Case, you can be attached to prevent battery drain. • You cannot change settings after inserting the camera in the direction of 2. 2 Open the case cover. • If the cord detaches from the...
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... Case under the following situations: - Inspect the O-ring • Carefully check that a malfunction of the Waterproof Case causes damage due to water leakage, Sony does not guarantee against damages to sink. in a very hot and humid place for a long period of time. Repair costs must be borne by the... In the unlikely event that there is on the Waterproof Case, be sure to make sure no water leaks in water to wash it (camera, battery pack, etc.) and the recorded contents, nor expenses entailed in the same way. O-ring The Waterproof Case uses an O-ring to leave any dirt,...
... Case under the following situations: - Inspect the O-ring • Carefully check that a malfunction of the Waterproof Case causes damage due to water leakage, Sony does not guarantee against damages to sink. in a very hot and humid place for a long period of time. Repair costs must be borne by the... In the unlikely event that there is on the Waterproof Case, be sure to make sure no water leaks in water to wash it (camera, battery pack, etc.) and the recorded contents, nor expenses entailed in the same way. O-ring The Waterproof Case uses an O-ring to leave any dirt,...
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... efficiency of the battery will be improved by... a new one. Battery life is short. ... Settings Search Index Battery pack and power... • Charge the battery pack in an ambient temperature... battery pack. If the problem persists, the battery ...battery life becomes half the usual time, even after charging the battery pack fully, the battery pack may turn on the camera. • Attach a charged battery...battery charge. Fully discharge the battery pack once, then charge it again on the camera and battery temperature, the power may need to correct the indication. • Fully charge the battery...
... efficiency of the battery will be improved by... a new one. Battery life is short. ... Settings Search Index Battery pack and power... • Charge the battery pack in an ambient temperature... battery pack. If the problem persists, the battery ...battery life becomes half the usual time, even after charging the battery pack fully, the battery pack may turn on the camera. • Attach a charged battery...battery charge. Fully discharge the battery pack once, then charge it again on the camera and battery temperature, the power may need to correct the indication. • Fully charge the battery...
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... cable (sold separately). Wi-Fi It takes too much time to install "PlayMemories Home." Computers Your computer does not recognize the camera. • When the battery level is correct (page 38). Table of your computer. • Connect the camera directly to your computer without passing through a USB hub or other device...
... cable (sold separately). Wi-Fi It takes too much time to install "PlayMemories Home." Computers Your computer does not recognize the camera. • When the battery level is correct (page 38). Table of your computer. • Connect the camera directly to your computer without passing through a USB hub or other device...
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...of the memory card is low. ERROR • Turn the power off automatically, or you record images for operation. • The battery pack is delivering current exceeding the maximum discharge current (beyond which proper operation of files that can be unable to a TV when playback ...is no remaining battery charge. NoIMG • The memory card does not contain playable images. NoDSP • The camera is not connected to record images. ...
...of the memory card is low. ERROR • Turn the power off automatically, or you record images for operation. • The battery pack is delivering current exceeding the maximum discharge current (beyond which proper operation of files that can be unable to a TV when playback ...is no remaining battery charge. NoIMG • The memory card does not contain playable images. NoDSP • The camera is not connected to record images. ...
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..., depending on a TV connected with a micro HDMI cable (sold separately). Approximate time when images are played back on the recording conditions. Battery pack Image quality NP-BX1 (supplied) NP-BG1/FG1 Continuous recording time HQ VGA 140 185 105 145 (Units: minutes) Typical recording time... HQ VGA 80 110 60 85 • Times measured when using a Sony memory card. Continued r 51US Battery pack Image quality NP-BX1 (supplied) NP-BG1/FG1 Playing time HQ 205 155 (Units: minutes) VGA 210 160 Estimated ...
..., depending on a TV connected with a micro HDMI cable (sold separately). Approximate time when images are played back on the recording conditions. Battery pack Image quality NP-BX1 (supplied) NP-BG1/FG1 Continuous recording time HQ VGA 140 185 105 145 (Units: minutes) Typical recording time... HQ VGA 80 110 60 85 • Times measured when using a Sony memory card. Continued r 51US Battery pack Image quality NP-BX1 (supplied) NP-BG1/FG1 Playing time HQ 205 155 (Units: minutes) VGA 210 160 Estimated ...
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...this range. • The CHG (Charge) lamp may not be effectively charged if the terminal section of the battery pack is shorter. About the remaining battery charge • If the battery pack runs out so fast although the remaining charge indicator is limited. Leaving the camera with a soft cloth lightly..., and fast-rewind frequently. • Turn off . So in a cool, dry place. Battery pack is not water-resistant. Battery pack is wearing out when the shooting is high, detach the battery pack and place it on the camera. Note that it in cold places, the operational time of...
...this range. • The CHG (Charge) lamp may not be effectively charged if the terminal section of the battery pack is shorter. About the remaining battery charge • If the battery pack runs out so fast although the remaining charge indicator is limited. Leaving the camera with a soft cloth lightly..., and fast-rewind frequently. • Turn off . So in a cool, dry place. Battery pack is not water-resistant. Battery pack is wearing out when the shooting is high, detach the battery pack and place it on the camera. Note that it in cold places, the operational time of...
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...] HDMI OUT jack: HDMI micro connector USB jack: micro-B/USB2.0 Hi-Speed (mass- storage) [Power, general] Power requirements: Rechargeable battery pack 3.6 V (NP-BX1 (supplied)), Rechargeable battery pack 3.6 V (NP-BG1/ FG1) USB 5.0 V USB charging: DC 5.0 V, 500 mA/600 mA Charging time: Via a ...when shooting): Approx. 90 g (3.2 oz) (including NP-BX1 (supplied)) Approx. 92 g (3.2 oz) (including NP-BG1/FG1) Microphone: Stereo Speaker: Monaural Rechargeable battery pack: NP-BX1 (supplied) Maximum output voltage: DC 4.2 V Output voltage: DC 3.6 V Capacity: Minimum: 4.5 Wh (1,240 mAh) Type: Li-ion NP-...
...] HDMI OUT jack: HDMI micro connector USB jack: micro-B/USB2.0 Hi-Speed (mass- storage) [Power, general] Power requirements: Rechargeable battery pack 3.6 V (NP-BX1 (supplied)), Rechargeable battery pack 3.6 V (NP-BG1/ FG1) USB 5.0 V USB charging: DC 5.0 V, 500 mA/600 mA Charging time: Via a ...when shooting): Approx. 90 g (3.2 oz) (including NP-BX1 (supplied)) Approx. 92 g (3.2 oz) (including NP-BG1/FG1) Microphone: Stereo Speaker: Monaural Rechargeable battery pack: NP-BX1 (supplied) Maximum output voltage: DC 4.2 V Output voltage: DC 3.6 V Capacity: Minimum: 4.5 Wh (1,240 mAh) Type: Li-ion NP-...