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... for the power outlet. Caution Battery pack If the battery pack is mishandled, the battery pack can charge the battery pack. Record the serial number in fire. • Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries. • Be sure to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that can...To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not allow metal objects to come into contact with the battery terminals. • Do not expose to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. If the shape of the plug does not fit the power outlet,...
... for the power outlet. Caution Battery pack If the battery pack is mishandled, the battery pack can charge the battery pack. Record the serial number in fire. • Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries. • Be sure to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that can...To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not allow metal objects to come into contact with the battery terminals. • Do not expose to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. If the shape of the plug does not fit the power outlet,...
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... interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call : Sony Customer Information Services Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) The number below is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket). Telephone No.: 858...A230 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address:16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. This product has received UL Listing. For Customers in the U.S.A. • Keep the battery pack out of ...
... interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call : Sony Customer Information Services Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) The number below is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket). Telephone No.: 858...A230 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address:16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. This product has received UL Listing. For Customers in the U.S.A. • Keep the battery pack out of ...
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... collection point for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of the battery. By ensuring these batteries are disposed of correctly, you purchased the product. 5 For all other European countries with separate collection systems)... This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that the battery provided with an incorporated battery, this product. Instead it shall be handed over to conserve natural resources. By ensuring this product shall not ...
... collection point for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of the battery. By ensuring these batteries are disposed of correctly, you purchased the product. 5 For all other European countries with separate collection systems)... This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that the battery provided with an incorporated battery, this product. Instead it shall be handed over to conserve natural resources. By ensuring this product shall not ...
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...sunlight. The monitor may be discolored and that constantly appear on copyright Television programs, films, videotapes, and other medium. Notes on using your camera or a memory card, etc. This is defined under direct sunlight, attach the lens cap. • Images may cause a malfunction. 7... Notes on the LCD monitor and lens • The LCD monitor is manufactured using a fully charged battery pack. When turning on a nearby object, it may become temporarily dark. If sunlight is not possible due to other materials may be copyrighted...
...sunlight. The monitor may be discolored and that constantly appear on copyright Television programs, films, videotapes, and other medium. Notes on using your camera or a memory card, etc. This is defined under direct sunlight, attach the lens cap. • Images may cause a malfunction. 7... Notes on the LCD monitor and lens • The LCD monitor is manufactured using a fully charged battery pack. When turning on a nearby object, it may become temporarily dark. If sunlight is not possible due to other materials may be copyrighted...
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... your operation Shooting images Notes on using your camera 7 Checking the accessories supplied 11 Preparing the battery pack 12 Attaching a lens 18 Inserting a memory card 20 Preparing the camera 23 Using the accessories supplied 25 Checking the number of recordable images 27 Cleaning 29 Identifying parts ... 42 The functions selected by the Fn (Function) button ... 43 The functions selected by the MENU button 43 Shooting an image without camera shake 45 Correct posture 45 Using the SteadyShot function 46 Using a tripod 47 / Shooting with the automatic setting 48 Shooting with a ...
... your operation Shooting images Notes on using your camera 7 Checking the accessories supplied 11 Preparing the battery pack 12 Attaching a lens 18 Inserting a memory card 20 Preparing the camera 23 Using the accessories supplied 25 Checking the number of recordable images 27 Cleaning 29 Identifying parts ... 42 The functions selected by the Fn (Function) button ... 43 The functions selected by the MENU button 43 Shooting an image without camera shake 45 Correct posture 45 Using the SteadyShot function 46 Using a tripod 47 / Shooting with the automatic setting 48 Shooting with a ...
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...; Power cord (mains lead) (1) (not supplied in parentheses indicates the number of pieces. • BC-VH1 Battery charger (1) • Body cap (1) (Attached on the camera) • CD-ROM (Application Software for α camera) (1) • Quick Start Guide (1) • Instruction Manual (This manual) (1) • USB cable (1) • Shoulder strap (1) • Eyepiece cover (1) 11 Preparing...
...; Power cord (mains lead) (1) (not supplied in parentheses indicates the number of pieces. • BC-VH1 Battery charger (1) • Body cap (1) (Attached on the camera) • CD-ROM (Application Software for α camera) (1) • Quick Start Guide (1) • Instruction Manual (This manual) (1) • USB cable (1) • Shoulder strap (1) • Eyepiece cover (1) 11 Preparing...
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Charging the battery pack The "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack can also be used when it has not been fully charged. 1 Insert the battery pack on the battery charger. Push the battery pack until it has not been fully depleted. It can be sure to charge the NP-FH50 "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (supplied). Preparing the battery pack When using the camera for the first time, be charged even when it clicks. 12
Charging the battery pack The "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack can also be used when it has not been fully charged. 1 Insert the battery pack on the battery charger. Push the battery pack until it has not been fully depleted. It can be sure to charge the NP-FH50 "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (supplied). Preparing the battery pack When using the camera for the first time, be charged even when it clicks. 12
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... off : Full charge completed For customers in countries/regions other than the U.S.A. and Canada Plug To the wall outlet (wall socket) Preparing the camera CHARGE lamp For customers in the U.S.A. and Canada Power cord (mains lead) CHARGE lamp About charging time • Time required to the wall outlet... (wall socket). When the CHARGE lamp flashes • The CHARGE lamp of the supplied battery charger flashes in either way: - 2 Connect the battery charger to charge a fully depleted battery pack (supplied) at the interval of the...
... off : Full charge completed For customers in countries/regions other than the U.S.A. and Canada Plug To the wall outlet (wall socket) Preparing the camera CHARGE lamp For customers in the U.S.A. and Canada Power cord (mains lead) CHARGE lamp About charging time • Time required to the wall outlet... (wall socket). When the CHARGE lamp flashes • The CHARGE lamp of the supplied battery charger flashes in either way: - 2 Connect the battery charger to charge a fully depleted battery pack (supplied) at the interval of the...
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... than the specified type has been inserted. We recommend charging the battery pack in any battery pack other than the "InfoLITHIUM" H series battery pack in the battery charger (supplied) with dry cloth, etc. Clean the battery charger with your camera. When the temperature gets back within 100 V to the nearest wall... charging and the CHARGE lamp lights up again. Note • Do not use your camera and the battery charger and the AC-PW10AM AC Adaptor (sold separately) in an ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C (50°F to charge them, posing a risk of the...
... than the specified type has been inserted. We recommend charging the battery pack in any battery pack other than the "InfoLITHIUM" H series battery pack in the battery charger (supplied) with dry cloth, etc. Clean the battery charger with your camera. When the temperature gets back within 100 V to the nearest wall... charging and the CHARGE lamp lights up again. Note • Do not use your camera and the battery charger and the AC-PW10AM AC Adaptor (sold separately) in an ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C (50°F to charge them, posing a risk of the...
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Be careful not to drop the battery pack. Lock lever Lock lever 15 Preparing the camera To remove the battery pack Turn off the camera and slide the lock lever in the direction of the battery. 3 Close the battery cover. Inserting the charged battery pack 1 While sliding the battery cover open lever, open the battery cover. 2 Firmly insert the battery pack all the way while pressing the lock lever with the tip of the arrow.
Be careful not to drop the battery pack. Lock lever Lock lever 15 Preparing the camera To remove the battery pack Turn off the camera and slide the lock lever in the direction of the battery. 3 Close the battery cover. Inserting the charged battery pack 1 While sliding the battery cover open lever, open the battery cover. 2 Firmly insert the battery pack all the way while pressing the lock lever with the tip of the arrow.
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... LCD monitor. Effective use it in low temperature surroundings. So, the time that the battery pack has reached the end of the battery pack • Battery performance decreases in your camera. Available battery packs Only an NP-FH50 battery pack can be used . 16 If the battery operating time seems shortened considerably, a probable cause is that the...
... LCD monitor. Effective use it in low temperature surroundings. So, the time that the battery pack has reached the end of the battery pack • Battery performance decreases in your camera. Available battery packs Only an NP-FH50 battery pack can be used . 16 If the battery operating time seems shortened considerably, a probable cause is that the...
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Preparing the camera How to store the battery pack If the battery pack is not to be used for a long time, fully charge it and then fully use it up once a year on your camera before storing the battery pack in a dry, cool place to prolong the battery life. 17
Preparing the camera How to store the battery pack If the battery pack is not to be used for a long time, fully charge it and then fully use it up once a year on your camera before storing the battery pack in a dry, cool place to prolong the battery life. 17
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... push the memory card once. To remove the memory card Check that the access lamp is lit, do not remove the memory card or the battery pack, or turn off the power. Access lamp Notes on using memory cards • Do not strike, bend or drop the memory card. •... of a computer. • When you place the memory card near stronglymagnetized material or use or store the memory card under the following conditions: - Preparing the camera 4 Close the memory card cover. Humid locations or locations with your hand or a metal object. • When the write-protect switch of a car parked...
... push the memory card once. To remove the memory card Check that the access lamp is lit, do not remove the memory card or the battery pack, or turn off the power. Access lamp Notes on using memory cards • Do not strike, bend or drop the memory card. •... of a computer. • When you place the memory card near stronglymagnetized material or use or store the memory card under the following conditions: - Preparing the camera 4 Close the memory card cover. Humid locations or locations with your hand or a metal object. • When the write-protect switch of a car parked...
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Preparing the camera Using the accessories supplied This section describes how to use the shoulder strap, the eyepiece cover, and eyecup. Eyepiece cover 25 and Canada) (page 12) • USB cable (pages 122, 138) • CD-ROM (page 130) Attaching the shoulder strap Attach both ends of the strap onto the camera. • You can also attach the eyepiece cover (page 26) on the strap. The other accessories are described in the following pages. • Rechargeable battery pack (page 12) • Battery charger (page 12) • Power cord (mains lead) (not supplied in the U.S.A.
Preparing the camera Using the accessories supplied This section describes how to use the shoulder strap, the eyepiece cover, and eyecup. Eyepiece cover 25 and Canada) (page 12) • USB cable (pages 122, 138) • CD-ROM (page 130) Attaching the shoulder strap Attach both ends of the strap onto the camera. • You can also attach the eyepiece cover (page 26) on the strap. The other accessories are described in the following pages. • Rechargeable battery pack (page 12) • Battery charger (page 12) • Power cord (mains lead) (not supplied in the U.S.A.
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...60 121 245 494 1004 * When [Aspect ratio] is based on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) 28 The number of images that can be recorded using a battery pack The approximate number of images that can record more images than those indicated depending on the conditions ...of use the camera with a battery pack at full capacity. At an ambient temperature of the [3:2] aspect ratio. Note that of 25°C (77°F). - [Quality] is set to [Fine...
...60 121 245 494 1004 * When [Aspect ratio] is based on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) 28 The number of images that can be recorded using a battery pack The approximate number of images that can record more images than those indicated depending on the conditions ...of use the camera with a battery pack at full capacity. At an ambient temperature of the [3:2] aspect ratio. Note that of 25°C (77°F). - [Quality] is set to [Fine...
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...and clean the image sensor following the steps below. The message "After cleaning, turn camera off. After the image sensor vibrates for a short time, the mirror in front is lifted. 30 Low battery power during cleaning can easily clean the image sensor using only the blower and the anti... the control button. You can cause damage to the shutter. Cleaning the image sensor If dust or debris enters the camera and lands on the image sensor (the part that the battery is fully charged (page 16). 2 Press the MENU button, then select 3 with b/B on the control button. MENU button ...
...and clean the image sensor following the steps below. The message "After cleaning, turn camera off. After the image sensor vibrates for a short time, the mirror in front is lifted. 30 Low battery power during cleaning can easily clean the image sensor using only the blower and the anti... the control button. You can cause damage to the shutter. Cleaning the image sensor If dust or debris enters the camera and lands on the image sensor (the part that the battery is fully charged (page 16). 2 Press the MENU button, then select 3 with b/B on the control button. MENU button ...
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...the cavity beyond the mount. 7 Attach the lens and turn the camera off . Note • The camera starts beeping if the battery pack becomes low during cleaning. Stop cleaning immediately and turn the camera off . 31 Preparing the camera 5 Detach the lens (page 19). 6 Use the blower to ...prevent the dust from resettling in the camera. • When cleaning the ...
...the cavity beyond the mount. 7 Attach the lens and turn the camera off . Note • The camera starts beeping if the battery pack becomes low during cleaning. Stop cleaning immediately and turn the camera off . 31 Preparing the camera 5 Detach the lens (page 19). 6 Use the blower to ...prevent the dust from resettling in the camera. • When cleaning the ...
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J Battery cover (15) K Tripod receptacle • Use a tripod with a screw length of the AC Adaptor to the DC IN terminal on the camera. You will be unable to firmly secure the camera to tripods having screws longer than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). Sides/Bottom A HDMI terminal (104) B Memory card switch C Memory card cover D "Memory ...terminal (122, 138) G Access lamp (21) H Hooks for shoulder strap (25) I DC IN terminal • When connecting the ACPW10AM AC Adaptor (sold separately) to the camera, turn the camera off, then plug the connector of less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch), and may damage the...
J Battery cover (15) K Tripod receptacle • Use a tripod with a screw length of the AC Adaptor to the DC IN terminal on the camera. You will be unable to firmly secure the camera to tripods having screws longer than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). Sides/Bottom A HDMI terminal (104) B Memory card switch C Memory card cover D "Memory ...terminal (122, 138) G Access lamp (21) H Hooks for shoulder strap (25) I DC IN terminal • When connecting the ACPW10AM AC Adaptor (sold separately) to the camera, turn the camera off, then plug the connector of less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch), and may damage the...
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D Display Indication Remaining battery (16) Image quality (109) Image size (108)/Aspect ratio (108) Memory card (20) 100 Remaining number of recordable images (27) Before your operation 37
D Display Indication Remaining battery (16) Image quality (109) Image size (108)/Aspect ratio (108) Memory card (20) 100 Remaining number of recordable images (27) Before your operation 37
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C Display Indication Remaining battery (16) Image quality (109) Image size (108)/Aspect ratio (108) Memory card (20) 100 Remaining number of recordable images (27) Before your operation 39
C Display Indication Remaining battery (16) Image quality (109) Image size (108)/Aspect ratio (108) Memory card (20) 100 Remaining number of recordable images (27) Before your operation 39