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... this camera. • The camera conforms with a cable, be copyrighted. It may occur. No compensation for damaged content or recording failure Sony cannot compensate for the first time. • You can no longer record movies. Pushing the plug forcibly into the terminal will be displayed on copyright Television programs, films, videotapes, and other bright...
... this camera. • The camera conforms with a cable, be copyrighted. It may occur. No compensation for damaged content or recording failure Sony cannot compensate for the first time. • You can no longer record movies. Pushing the plug forcibly into the terminal will be displayed on copyright Television programs, films, videotapes, and other bright...
Handbook
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... 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 Resetting the Settings 26 Format 27 Using Accessories 28...
... 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 Resetting the Settings 26 Format 27 Using Accessories 28...
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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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Table of contents Operation Search Operation Search Shooting movies and photos Shooting 37 Changing the movie file Recording Mode 18 size Deleting images Format 27 Changing the date, time and region Date & Time Setting 24 Initializing settings Resetting the Settings 26 Viewing on TVs Viewing images on a TV 38 Operating using a Smart Remote Control (HDR-AS15 only)····· 22 smartphone or tablet Uploading images to a Setting Wi-Fi (HDR-AS15 only 39 network service Settings Search Index 9US
Table of contents Operation Search Operation Search Shooting movies and photos Shooting 37 Changing the movie file Recording Mode 18 size Deleting images Format 27 Changing the date, time and region Date & Time Setting 24 Initializing settings Resetting the Settings 26 Viewing on TVs Viewing images on a TV 38 Operating using a Smart Remote Control (HDR-AS15 only)····· 22 smartphone or tablet Uploading images to a Setting Wi-Fi (HDR-AS15 only 39 network service Settings Search Index 9US
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... the ENTER button. NEXT*: Goes to the next menu PREV*: Goes to change the menu. Index 10US Items Recording Mode SteadyShot Field Angle Interval Photo Recording Smart Remote Control (HDR-AS15 only) Auto Power Off Date & Time Setting USB Power Supply Resetting the Settings Format Display VIDEO STEDY ANGLE LAPSE RMOTE A.OFF DATE USBPw RESET...
... the ENTER button. NEXT*: Goes to the next menu PREV*: Goes to change the menu. Index 10US Items Recording Mode SteadyShot Field Angle Interval Photo Recording Smart Remote Control (HDR-AS15 only) Auto Power Off Date & Time Setting USB Power Supply Resetting the Settings Format Display VIDEO STEDY ANGLE LAPSE RMOTE A.OFF DATE USBPw RESET...
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For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the camera for the first time (page 27). Table of contents Operation Search Settings Search Index Notes • In order to stabilize memory card operation, it with the memory card. 17US ... be careful to prevent the memory card from popping out and dropping. • Guaranteed operating temperature of memory cards, guaranteed operating temperature varies. All data recorded on other media such as a computer, before formatting the memory card. • If you use it is between 0°C to 40°C (32°F to...
For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the camera for the first time (page 27). Table of contents Operation Search Settings Search Index Notes • In order to stabilize memory card operation, it with the memory card. 17US ... be careful to prevent the memory card from popping out and dropping. • Guaranteed operating temperature of memory cards, guaranteed operating temperature varies. All data recorded on other media such as a computer, before formatting the memory card. • If you use it is between 0°C to 40°C (32°F to...
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Table of view becomes narrower compared to other recording modes. Notes • Continuous movie shooting time is approximately 6.5 hours. In [SLOW] mode, it is approximately 3 hours. • If you select [SSLOW], SteadyShot will not be effective even if SteadyShot is set to [ON]. • Audio is not recorded during shooting in the following situation...
Table of view becomes narrower compared to other recording modes. Notes • Continuous movie shooting time is approximately 6.5 hours. In [SLOW] mode, it is approximately 3 hours. • If you select [SSLOW], SteadyShot will not be effective even if SteadyShot is set to [ON]. • Audio is not recorded during shooting in the following situation...
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...NEXT button to media - Turns the power off will be extended. - Wi-Fi connection is in the Auto Power Off function, the time that elapses before the power turns off after about 60 seconds. Connecting a mass storage device • In the following situations. - Does... not turn off after about 10 seconds. Recording data to select the setting, then press the ENTER button. Supplying power from a connected USB device - Index 23US while adjusting [SETUP] settings...
...NEXT button to media - Turns the power off will be extended. - Wi-Fi connection is in the Auto Power Off function, the time that elapses before the power turns off after about 60 seconds. Connecting a mass storage device • In the following situations. - Does... not turn off after about 10 seconds. Recording data to select the setting, then press the ENTER button. Supplying power from a connected USB device - Index 23US while adjusting [SETUP] settings...
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..., hair, dust, salt, threads, etc. O-ring The Waterproof Case uses an O-ring to the nearest Sony dealer immediately. To use the camera again, leave it (camera, battery pack, etc.) and the recorded contents, nor expenses entailed in water hotter than 0°C (32°F). on the O-ring. at temperatures...equipment contained in it in . How to wash it is very important. Repair costs must be sure to check for a long period of time. Generally, it off with sun oil on its water resistance. Table of contents Operation Search Settings Search Index Notes on use • Do...
..., hair, dust, salt, threads, etc. O-ring The Waterproof Case uses an O-ring to the nearest Sony dealer immediately. To use the camera again, leave it (camera, battery pack, etc.) and the recorded contents, nor expenses entailed in water hotter than 0°C (32°F). on the O-ring. at temperatures...equipment contained in it in . How to wash it is very important. Repair costs must be sure to check for a long period of time. Generally, it off with sun oil on its water resistance. Table of contents Operation Search Settings Search Index Notes on use • Do...
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If it is left with salt on it, metal portions may be sure to perform the above maintenance each time you submerge the Waterproof Case in a cold, very hot or humid place, or together with a soft dry cloth. Do not wash it off thoroughly using ...lukewarm water. • Wipe the inside of the Waterproof Case with water. Table of contents Operation Search Settings Search Index Maintenance • After recording in a location with a sea breeze, wash this unit thoroughly in fresh water with the buckle fastened to remove salt and sand, then wipe with naphthalene...
If it is left with salt on it, metal portions may be sure to perform the above maintenance each time you submerge the Waterproof Case in a cold, very hot or humid place, or together with a soft dry cloth. Do not wash it off thoroughly using ...lukewarm water. • Wipe the inside of the Waterproof Case with water. Table of contents Operation Search Settings Search Index Maintenance • After recording in a location with a sea breeze, wash this unit thoroughly in fresh water with the buckle fastened to remove salt and sand, then wipe with naphthalene...
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...the temperature reaches above a certain level, shooting stops automatically. Leave the camera for a long time, the temperature of b. • Before recording, release the lock. • If you lock the camera while recording, the recording state will be kept*. • If you lock the camera after you stop shooting. When...button REC/access lamp b HOLD switch 2 Press the REC START/STOP button again to lock. It is turned on the next time. Table of b to stop recording, the stopped state will be kept*. * Release the lock to change the setting. 1 Turn on the power, press the ...
...the temperature reaches above a certain level, shooting stops automatically. Leave the camera for a long time, the temperature of b. • Before recording, release the lock. • If you lock the camera while recording, the recording state will be kept*. • If you lock the camera after you stop shooting. When...button REC/access lamp b HOLD switch 2 Press the REC START/STOP button again to lock. It is turned on the next time. Table of b to stop recording, the stopped state will be kept*. * Release the lock to change the setting. 1 Turn on the power, press the ...
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...improved by the camera. Battery life is supported by repeatedly charging and discharging it. • When usable battery life becomes half the usual time, even after charging the battery pack fully, the battery pack may turn off automatically to protect the camera. Memory card Operations using the...is inserted correctly (page 13). Replace the battery pack with the operating system that the battery pack is worn out. Consult your nearest Sony dealer. Shooting movies Cannot record images. • Check the free capacity of 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F). • Turn...
...improved by the camera. Battery life is supported by repeatedly charging and discharging it. • When usable battery life becomes half the usual time, even after charging the battery pack fully, the battery pack may turn off automatically to protect the camera. Memory card Operations using the...is inserted correctly (page 13). Replace the battery pack with the operating system that the battery pack is worn out. Consult your nearest Sony dealer. Shooting movies Cannot record images. • Check the free capacity of 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F). • Turn...
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... 105 145 (Units: minutes) Typical recording time HQ VGA 80 110 60 85 • Times measured when using a Sony memory card. Battery pack Image quality NP-BX1 (supplied) NP-BG1/FG1 Playing time HQ 205 155 (Units: minutes) VGA 210 160 Estimated recording time of recording and playback for each battery pack Recording time Approximate time available when you use a fully...
... 105 145 (Units: minutes) Typical recording time HQ VGA 80 110 60 85 • Times measured when using a Sony memory card. Battery pack Image quality NP-BX1 (supplied) NP-BG1/FG1 Playing time HQ 205 155 (Units: minutes) VGA 210 160 Estimated recording time of recording and playback for each battery pack Recording time Approximate time available when you use a fully...
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... exposure File format: Still images: JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver. 2.3, MPF Baseline) compliant Movies: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 (MP4) Audio: MPEG AAC Recording media: "Memory Stick Micro" (Mark2) media microSD card (Class4 or faster) microSDHC memory card (Class4 or faster) Minimum illumination: 6lx (lux) * SteadyShot...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 computer NP-BX1 (supplied): Approx. 245 min NP-BG1/NP-FG1: Approx. 185 min Via a AC-UD20 (sold separately) NP-BX1 (supplied): Approx...
... exposure File format: Still images: JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver. 2.3, MPF Baseline) compliant Movies: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 (MP4) Audio: MPEG AAC Recording media: "Memory Stick Micro" (Mark2) media microSD card (Class4 or faster) microSDHC memory card (Class4 or faster) Minimum illumination: 6lx (lux) * SteadyShot...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 computer NP-BX1 (supplied): Approx. 245 min NP-BG1/NP-FG1: Approx. 185 min Via a AC-UD20 (sold separately) NP-BX1 (supplied): Approx...
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... 27 H HDMI OUT jack 38 HOLD switch 37 I Identifying parts 11 Interval Photo Recording 21 L LAPSE 21 N NEXT button 10 Number of recordable photos 52 P PLAY 38 PREV button 10 R REC START/STOP button 37 REC/access lamp 37 Recordable time of movies 51 RESET 26 RMOTE 22 S SEND 39 Settings 10 Shooting Movies...
... 27 H HDMI OUT jack 38 HOLD switch 37 I Identifying parts 11 Interval Photo Recording 21 L LAPSE 21 N NEXT button 10 Number of recordable photos 52 P PLAY 38 PREV button 10 R REC START/STOP button 37 REC/access lamp 37 Recordable time of movies 51 RESET 26 RMOTE 22 S SEND 39 Settings 10 Shooting Movies...
Marketing Specifications
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... Picture Resolution Color Filter System Imaging Sensor(details) Recording pixels (photo, 16:9) Recording Media Type Still Image Mode Still Image Max Effective Resolution Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Recording ModeImage stabilization Yes (except Summer Time) Memory Card Yes (except Summer Time) 1/2.3" (7.77mm) back-illuminated Exmor® R... Mobile™ Application can be installed from Android Market™ or the iTunes® App Store. 4. Sony, Exmor, SteadyShot, Memory Stick Micro, PlayMemories Mo- Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited.
... Picture Resolution Color Filter System Imaging Sensor(details) Recording pixels (photo, 16:9) Recording Media Type Still Image Mode Still Image Max Effective Resolution Digital HD Video Camera Recorder Recording ModeImage stabilization Yes (except Summer Time) Memory Card Yes (except Summer Time) 1/2.3" (7.77mm) back-illuminated Exmor® R... Mobile™ Application can be installed from Android Market™ or the iTunes® App Store. 4. Sony, Exmor, SteadyShot, Memory Stick Micro, PlayMemories Mo- Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited.