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Getting started Recording/Playback Saving images Customizing your camcorder Others http://rd1.sony.net/help/cam/1720/h_zz/ FDR-AX43/AX45/AX60 4-734-285-22(1) Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions "Help Guide" (Web manual) Refer to "Help Guide" for in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camera.
Getting started Recording/Playback Saving images Customizing your camcorder Others http://rd1.sony.net/help/cam/1720/h_zz/ FDR-AX43/AX45/AX60 4-734-285-22(1) Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions "Help Guide" (Web manual) Refer to "Help Guide" for in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camera.
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... power source again after about 1 minute, and turn the camcorder on. • Initialize your camcorder (page 36). Sony accessories Using this device must accept any problems using your camcorder: • Check your camcorder referring to accidents or malfunction...SONY (7669) . Regulatory Information Supplier's Declaration of the FCC Rules. For Customers in the U.S.A. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this unit with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model.: FDR-AX43 Responsible Party: Sony...
... power source again after about 1 minute, and turn the camcorder on. • Initialize your camcorder (page 36). Sony accessories Using this device must accept any problems using your camcorder: • Check your camcorder referring to accidents or malfunction...SONY (7669) . Regulatory Information Supplier's Declaration of the FCC Rules. For Customers in the U.S.A. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this unit with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model.: FDR-AX43 Responsible Party: Sony...
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LCD monitor Picture: 7.5 cm (3.0 type, aspect ratio 16:9) Total number of Sony's BIONZ-X allows still image resolution equivalent to the sizes described. *5 [ SteadyShot] is set to [Standard] or [Off]. *6 [ SteadyShot] is set to a 35 mm still camera... f= 4.4 mm - 88 mm (3/16 in. 3 1/2 in.) When converted to [On], shutter speed 1/30 second) NightShot (FDR-AX60): 0 lx (lux) (shutter speed 1/60 second) *4 The unique image processing system of pixels: FDR-AX43/AX45: 460 800 (960 × 480) FDR-AX60: 921 600 (1 440 × 640) Wireless LAN Supported format: IEEE 802.11 b/g/n Frequency band...
LCD monitor Picture: 7.5 cm (3.0 type, aspect ratio 16:9) Total number of Sony's BIONZ-X allows still image resolution equivalent to the sizes described. *5 [ SteadyShot] is set to [Standard] or [Off]. *6 [ SteadyShot] is set to a 35 mm still camera... f= 4.4 mm - 88 mm (3/16 in. 3 1/2 in.) When converted to [On], shutter speed 1/30 second) NightShot (FDR-AX60): 0 lx (lux) (shutter speed 1/60 second) *4 The unique image processing system of pixels: FDR-AX43/AX45: 460 800 (960 × 480) FDR-AX60: 921 600 (1 440 × 640) Wireless LAN Supported format: IEEE 802.11 b/g/n Frequency band...
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...0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) Storage temperature: -20 °C to +55 °C (-4 °F to +131 °F) Dimensions (approx.): FDR-AX43/AX45: 73 mm × 80.5 mm × 142.5 mm (2 7/8 in. × 3 1/4 in. × 5 5/8 in.) (w/h/d) including the projecting parts 73 mm ×...Trademarks • AVCHD, AVCHD Progressive, AVCHD logotype and AVCHD Progressive logotype are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. • XAVC S and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • Memory Stick and are trademarks or registered trademarks of...
...0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) Storage temperature: -20 °C to +55 °C (-4 °F to +131 °F) Dimensions (approx.): FDR-AX43/AX45: 73 mm × 80.5 mm × 142.5 mm (2 7/8 in. × 3 1/4 in. × 5 5/8 in.) (w/h/d) including the projecting parts 73 mm ×...Trademarks • AVCHD, AVCHD Progressive, AVCHD logotype and AVCHD Progressive logotype are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. • XAVC S and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • Memory Stick and are trademarks or registered trademarks of...
Help Guide
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...Interface Shoe. To prevent failure, do not use accessories via an A/V remote connector. 4. (microphone) jack (PLUG IN POWER) 5. Built-in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Multi interface shoe For details on compatible accessories of the Multi interface shoe, visit the... separately). Operations with the Viewfinder) 13. Power zoom lever 3. N mark NFC: Near Field Communication 10. Remote sensor 12. Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX43/AX45/AX60 Parts and controls (front/top) 1. Grip belt 7. (headphones) jack 8.
...Interface Shoe. To prevent failure, do not use accessories via an A/V remote connector. 4. (microphone) jack (PLUG IN POWER) 5. Built-in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Multi interface shoe For details on compatible accessories of the Multi interface shoe, visit the... separately). Operations with the Viewfinder) 13. Power zoom lever 3. N mark NFC: Near Field Communication 10. Remote sensor 12. Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX43/AX45/AX60 Parts and controls (front/top) 1. Grip belt 7. (headphones) jack 8.
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Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX43/AX45/AX60 Parts and controls (LCD monitor) 1. LCD monitor/Touch panel If you rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees, you can close the LCD monitor with the screen facing out. This is convenient during playback operations. 4-734-284-21(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 17
Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX43/AX45/AX60 Parts and controls (LCD monitor) 1. LCD monitor/Touch panel If you rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees, you can close the LCD monitor with the screen facing out. This is convenient during playback operations. 4-734-284-21(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 17
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Memory card slot 3. NIGHTSHOT button (models with the Viewfinder) 6. (Create highlight movies) button Creates highlight movies (MP4 movies) from movies you have recorded. 7. (View Images) button 8. Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX43/AX45/AX60 Parts and controls (side) 1. HDMI OUT jack 4. Speaker 5. / (Shooting Mode) button (models with the Viewfinder) 9. (ON/STANDBY) button 4-734-284-21(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 18 Memory card access lamp While the lamp is lit or flashing, this product is reading or writing data. 2.
Memory card slot 3. NIGHTSHOT button (models with the Viewfinder) 6. (Create highlight movies) button Creates highlight movies (MP4 movies) from movies you have recorded. 7. (View Images) button 8. Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX43/AX45/AX60 Parts and controls (side) 1. HDMI OUT jack 4. Speaker 5. / (Shooting Mode) button (models with the Viewfinder) 9. (ON/STANDBY) button 4-734-284-21(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 18 Memory card access lamp While the lamp is lit or flashing, this product is reading or writing data. 2.
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... direction. 7. Depending on when the viewfinder is pulled out. 2. Battery pack To fasten the grip belt 4-734-284-21(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 19 Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX43/AX45/AX60 Parts and controls (back/bottom) 1. Viewfinder (models with the Viewfinder) If the indications in .)). Viewfinder lens adjustment dial...
... direction. 7. Depending on when the viewfinder is pulled out. 2. Battery pack To fasten the grip belt 4-734-284-21(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 19 Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX43/AX45/AX60 Parts and controls (back/bottom) 1. Viewfinder (models with the Viewfinder) If the indications in .)). Viewfinder lens adjustment dial...
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Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX43/AX45/AX60 Recording formats available with AVCHD. AVCHD Recording pixels: 1,920 × 1,080 dots Bit-rate: Max. 28 Mbps Feature: Allows you to record clearer ...-rate: 60 Mbps, 100 Mbps Feature: Records in 4K format is 4-times greater than computers. The image quality of time. 4-734-284-21(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 22
Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX43/AX45/AX60 Recording formats available with AVCHD. AVCHD Recording pixels: 1,920 × 1,080 dots Bit-rate: Max. 28 Mbps Feature: Allows you to record clearer ...-rate: 60 Mbps, 100 Mbps Feature: Records in 4K format is 4-times greater than computers. The image quality of time. 4-734-284-21(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 22
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Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX43/AX45/AX60 Supplied items The numbers in ( ) indicate the supplied quantity. Camcorder (1) AC Adaptor (1) HDMI cable (1) Micro USB cable (1) Power cord (mains lead) (1) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV70A (1) When using this product while connected to a wall outlet (wall socket), such as while charging, make sure to attach the battery pack to this product. "Operating Guide" (1) 4-734-284-21(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 23
Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX43/AX45/AX60 Supplied items The numbers in ( ) indicate the supplied quantity. Camcorder (1) AC Adaptor (1) HDMI cable (1) Micro USB cable (1) Power cord (mains lead) (1) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV70A (1) When using this product while connected to a wall outlet (wall socket), such as while charging, make sure to attach the battery pack to this product. "Operating Guide" (1) 4-734-284-21(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 23
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Even if the battery pack is attached, it will not be discharged. Related Topic Charging the battery pack using the AC Adaptor" to use this product. Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX43/AX45/AX60 Using this product supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket) Supply power to this product using the AC Adaptor. 1 Make the same connections as shown in "Charging the battery pack using the AC Adaptor 4-734-284-21(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 32
Even if the battery pack is attached, it will not be discharged. Related Topic Charging the battery pack using the AC Adaptor" to use this product. Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX43/AX45/AX60 Using this product supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket) Supply power to this product using the AC Adaptor. 1 Make the same connections as shown in "Charging the battery pack using the AC Adaptor 4-734-284-21(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 32
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... with the camcorder referring to record XAVC S movies over extended periods of time. Select the type of memory cards other than Sony. Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX43/AX45/AX60 Types of memory card you can use with the camcorder are called Memory Stick PRO Duo media or SD card.
... with the camcorder referring to record XAVC S movies over extended periods of time. Select the type of memory cards other than Sony. Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX43/AX45/AX60 Types of memory card you can use with the camcorder are called Memory Stick PRO Duo media or SD card.
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...display the screen again, retract the viewfinder and pull it using the viewfinder lens adjustment dial located on . 4-734-284-21(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 39 Note If this product is not operated for a certain period, the power will turn the power on the side of the viewfinder ...for easier viewing (models with the viewfinder) You can adjust the angle of the viewfinder. Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX43/AX45/AX60 Adjusting the angle of the viewfinder for easier viewing. 1 Close the LCD monitor. 2 Pull out the viewfinder ( ) then adjust the...
...display the screen again, retract the viewfinder and pull it using the viewfinder lens adjustment dial located on . 4-734-284-21(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 39 Note If this product is not operated for a certain period, the power will turn the power on the side of the viewfinder ...for easier viewing (models with the viewfinder) You can adjust the angle of the viewfinder. Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX43/AX45/AX60 Adjusting the angle of the viewfinder for easier viewing. 1 Close the LCD monitor. 2 Pull out the viewfinder ( ) then adjust the...
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... ring to make adjustments. Related Topic Assigning frequently-used functions to the manual operation mode. Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX43/AX45/AX60 Controlling the image settings manually with the MANUAL ring (models with the viewfinder) Use the functions assigned to the MANUAL ... MANUAL ring (models with the viewfinder) Exposure AE Shift Manual Ring Setting (models with the viewfinder) 4-734-284-21(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 44 Pressing the MANUAL button switches the operation mode between manual and automatic. (Except when [Zoom] is not available while using ...
... ring to make adjustments. Related Topic Assigning frequently-used functions to the manual operation mode. Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX43/AX45/AX60 Controlling the image settings manually with the MANUAL ring (models with the viewfinder) Use the functions assigned to the MANUAL ... MANUAL ring (models with the viewfinder) Exposure AE Shift Manual Ring Setting (models with the viewfinder) 4-734-284-21(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 44 Pressing the MANUAL button switches the operation mode between manual and automatic. (Except when [Zoom] is not available while using ...
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... angle) T: Close view (Telephoto) Move the power zoom lever slightly for telephoto. Related Topic Digital Zoom Zoom magnifications 4-734-284-21(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 47 A: Wide angle B: Telephoto Note Be sure to magnify or reduce the size of the power zoom lever may also be recorded. If you... (about 13/32 in.) for wide angle and about 80 cm (about 31 1/2 in.) for a slower zoom. Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX43/AX45/AX60 Zooming You can record an image with the W/T button on the power zoom lever. You cannot change the zoom speed with the subject...
... angle) T: Close view (Telephoto) Move the power zoom lever slightly for telephoto. Related Topic Digital Zoom Zoom magnifications 4-734-284-21(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 47 A: Wide angle B: Telephoto Note Be sure to magnify or reduce the size of the power zoom lever may also be recorded. If you... (about 13/32 in.) for wide angle and about 80 cm (about 31 1/2 in.) for a slower zoom. Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX43/AX45/AX60 Zooming You can record an image with the W/T button on the power zoom lever. You cannot change the zoom speed with the subject...
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... Speed REC]. When [ File Format] is set to [ XAVC S 4K] and [ REC Mode] is set to [Intelligent Active]. Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX43/AX45/AX60 Capturing photos during movie recording (Dual Capture) You can shoot photos during movie recording. When [ SteadyShot] is set to [100Mbps ]. When an item... to [ AVCHD] and [ REC Mode] is set to [On]. Related Topic REC Mode Frame Rate Dual Video REC Picture Effect 4-734-284-21(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 48 Change the setting.
... Speed REC]. When [ File Format] is set to [ XAVC S 4K] and [ REC Mode] is set to [Intelligent Active]. Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX43/AX45/AX60 Capturing photos during movie recording (Dual Capture) You can shoot photos during movie recording. When [ SteadyShot] is set to [100Mbps ]. When an item... to [ AVCHD] and [ REC Mode] is set to [On]. Related Topic REC Mode Frame Rate Dual Video REC Picture Effect 4-734-284-21(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 48 Change the setting.
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Hint A mirror-image of the subject appears on the LCD monitor, but the image will be normal when recorded. 4-734-284-21(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 49 Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX43/AX45/AX60 Recording in mirror mode You can rotate the LCD monitor 180 degrees so the LCD monitor faces toward you to record yourself. 1 Open the LCD monitor 90 degrees to this product ( ), then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side ( ), and then start recording.
Hint A mirror-image of the subject appears on the LCD monitor, but the image will be normal when recorded. 4-734-284-21(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 49 Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX43/AX45/AX60 Recording in mirror mode You can rotate the LCD monitor 180 degrees so the LCD monitor faces toward you to record yourself. 1 Open the LCD monitor 90 degrees to this product ( ), then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side ( ), and then start recording.
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... start recording. Related Topic Intelligent Auto is canceled. 4-734-284-21(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 50 on the recording conditions. The icons that correspond to the conditions detected are displayed. Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX43/AX45/AX60 Intelligent Auto This product records images after selecting the most suitable setting...
... start recording. Related Topic Intelligent Auto is canceled. 4-734-284-21(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 50 on the recording conditions. The icons that correspond to the conditions detected are displayed. Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX43/AX45/AX60 Intelligent Auto This product records images after selecting the most suitable setting...
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... of the person recording the movie. 1 Select - [Camera/Mic] - [ Microphone] - [My Voice Canceling]. Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX43/AX45/AX60 Decreasing the voice volume of the person recording the movie (My Voice Canceling) You can record the voice of the subject clearly by.... You cannot decrease the voice volume of the person recording the movie. Related Topic My Voice Canceling 4-734-284-21(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 51 Descriptions of menu items Off︓ Does not decrease the voice volume of the person recording the movie as expected. Note ...
... of the person recording the movie. 1 Select - [Camera/Mic] - [ Microphone] - [My Voice Canceling]. Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX43/AX45/AX60 Decreasing the voice volume of the person recording the movie (My Voice Canceling) You can record the voice of the subject clearly by.... You cannot decrease the voice volume of the person recording the movie. Related Topic My Voice Canceling 4-734-284-21(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 51 Descriptions of menu items Off︓ Does not decrease the voice volume of the person recording the movie as expected. Note ...
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Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX43/AX45/AX60 Recording the selected subject clearly (Lock-on AF]. The function is set to track while recording. Note While using the following menu items ... when all the following functions, you cannot use [Lock-on AF) This product can track a subject you want to [On] 4-734-284-21(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 52 To cancel the Lock-on AF function, select . NIGHTSHOT [Digital Zoom] [ File Format] is set to [Auto]: [Scene Selection]/[White Balance]/[Focus]/[Exposure...
Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX43/AX45/AX60 Recording the selected subject clearly (Lock-on AF]. The function is set to track while recording. Note While using the following menu items ... when all the following functions, you cannot use [Lock-on AF) This product can track a subject you want to [On] 4-734-284-21(1) Copyright 2020 Sony Corporation 52 To cancel the Lock-on AF function, select . NIGHTSHOT [Digital Zoom] [ File Format] is set to [Auto]: [Scene Selection]/[White Balance]/[Focus]/[Exposure...
