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Before use your product. Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX700 Use this Help Guide when you have any questions on how to use Parts and controls Parts and controls (left front side/front) Parts and .../top) Parts and controls (left back side/left back/bottom) Parts and controls (right back side/back) Parts and controls (wireless remote commander) Changing the battery of the wireless remote commander Screen indicators Selecting the items on the LCD monitor Recording formats available with the camcorder and their features Getting started...
Before use your product. Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX700 Use this Help Guide when you have any questions on how to use Parts and controls Parts and controls (left front side/front) Parts and .../top) Parts and controls (left back side/left back/bottom) Parts and controls (right back side/back) Parts and controls (wireless remote commander) Changing the battery of the wireless remote commander Screen indicators Selecting the items on the LCD monitor Recording formats available with the camcorder and their features Getting started...
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Supplied items Power source preparations Attaching the battery pack Charging the battery pack using the AC Adaptor Turning the power on Using the camcorder supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket) Adjusting the LCD monitor and viewfinder ...
Supplied items Power source preparations Attaching the battery pack Charging the battery pack using the AC Adaptor Turning the power on Using the camcorder supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket) Adjusting the LCD monitor and viewfinder ...
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... DIVIDE Charging time/recording time of movies/number of recordable photos Charging time Expected recording and playback times for individual batteries Expected recording time with each battery pack Expected playback time with each battery pack Expected movie recording time and number of recordable photos for memory cards Notes on recording movies Expected recording...
... DIVIDE Charging time/recording time of movies/number of recordable photos Charging time Expected recording and playback times for individual batteries Expected recording time with each battery pack Expected playback time with each battery pack Expected movie recording time and number of recordable photos for memory cards Notes on recording movies Expected recording...
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... Recording pixels and aspect ratio of photos Precautions/This product Precautions About XAVC S format About the AVCHD format About the memory card About the InfoLITHIUM battery pack Handling of the lens Using the camcorder abroad On trademarks Notes on disposal/transfer of the memory card Maintenance On handling the LCD monitor...
... Recording pixels and aspect ratio of photos Precautions/This product Precautions About XAVC S format About the AVCHD format About the memory card About the InfoLITHIUM battery pack Handling of the lens Using the camcorder abroad On trademarks Notes on disposal/transfer of the memory card Maintenance On handling the LCD monitor...
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...with reverse polarity. 4. Recording lamp Flashes when the remaining battery level is low or free space of the Multi interface shoe, visit the Sony web site in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Power zoom lever 12. Remote sensor 7. Hook... the camcorder and a peripheral. Operations with other objects such as recording movies, with the camcorder. Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX700 Parts and controls (left front side/front) 1. Near Field Communication (NFC) is low. 8. Multi/Micro USB Terminal VIDEO OUT jack 10...
...with reverse polarity. 4. Recording lamp Flashes when the remaining battery level is low or free space of the Multi interface shoe, visit the Sony web site in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Power zoom lever 12. Remote sensor 7. Hook... the camcorder and a peripheral. Operations with other objects such as recording movies, with the camcorder. Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX700 Parts and controls (left front side/front) 1. Near Field Communication (NFC) is low. 8. Multi/Micro USB Terminal VIDEO OUT jack 10...
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For attaching a tripod with a screw shorter than 5.5 mm (sold separately). BATT (battery) release lever 4-725-312-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation 13 POWER/CHG (charge) lamp 8. DC IN jack 5. / / / /SET button 6. Tripod receptacles (1/4 inch) For 1/4-20UNC screws. HDMI OUT Terminal 4. Some tripods may not be designed to attach in the proper direction. 10. Grip belt 9. ASSIGN6 button 7. Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX700 Parts and controls (left back side/left back/bottom) 1. Lens adjustment dial 2. START/STOP button 3.
For attaching a tripod with a screw shorter than 5.5 mm (sold separately). BATT (battery) release lever 4-725-312-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation 13 POWER/CHG (charge) lamp 8. DC IN jack 5. / / / /SET button 6. Tripod receptacles (1/4 inch) For 1/4-20UNC screws. HDMI OUT Terminal 4. Some tripods may not be designed to attach in the proper direction. 10. Grip belt 9. ASSIGN6 button 7. Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX700 Parts and controls (left back side/left back/bottom) 1. Lens adjustment dial 2. START/STOP button 3.
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...card access lamp 16. Large eyecup 4. SLOT SELECT button 12. This is convenient during playback operations. 15. Viewfinder 3. Battery pack 7. (Headphones) jack 8. Memory card slot B/Memory card access lamp 17. DISPLAY button 18. ASSIGN1 button/S&Q ... IRIS button 11. WHITE BALANCE button 22. (On/Standby) button 4-725-312-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation 14 ND FILTER switch 6. LCD monitor/touch panel If you rotate the LCD monitor 180 degrees, ... Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX700 Parts and controls (right back side/back) 1.
...card access lamp 16. Large eyecup 4. SLOT SELECT button 12. This is convenient during playback operations. 15. Viewfinder 3. Battery pack 7. (Headphones) jack 8. Memory card slot B/Memory card access lamp 17. DISPLAY button 18. ASSIGN1 button/S&Q ... IRIS button 11. WHITE BALANCE button 22. (On/Standby) button 4-725-312-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation 14 ND FILTER switch 6. LCD monitor/touch panel If you rotate the LCD monitor 180 degrees, ... Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX700 Parts and controls (right back side/back) 1.
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... a risk of fire or explosion. 4-725-312-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation 16 In this case, replace the battery with the + side facing up. 3 Insert the battery case until it clicks into place. Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX700 Changing the battery of the wireless remote commander 1 While pressing on the tab, inset...
... a risk of fire or explosion. 4-725-312-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation 16 In this case, replace the battery with the + side facing up. 3 Insert the battery case until it clicks into place. Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX700 Changing the battery of the wireless remote commander 1 While pressing on the tab, inset...
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Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX700 Screen indicators Upper left ( ) 100% Remaining battery Shooting mode INTELLIGENT AUTO (face detection/scene detection/camera-shake detection) SCENE SELECTION REC FORMAT (Movie mode) Image size, aspect ratio (Photo mode) Optical zoom ...
Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX700 Screen indicators Upper left ( ) 100% Remaining battery Shooting mode INTELLIGENT AUTO (face detection/scene detection/camera-shake detection) SCENE SELECTION REC FORMAT (Movie mode) Image size, aspect ratio (Photo mode) Optical zoom ...
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Remove the insulation sheet before using the Wireless Remote Commander. Camcorder (1) AC Adaptor (1) Power cord (mains lead) (1) USB cable (1) Wireless Remote Commander (1) A button-type lithium battery is already installed. The numbers in ( ) indicate the supplied quantity. Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX700 Supplied items Make sure that you have following items supplied with your camcorder. Large eyecup (1) Lens hood (1) Lens cap (Attached to lens) (1) 21
Remove the insulation sheet before using the Wireless Remote Commander. Camcorder (1) AC Adaptor (1) Power cord (mains lead) (1) USB cable (1) Wireless Remote Commander (1) A button-type lithium battery is already installed. The numbers in ( ) indicate the supplied quantity. Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX700 Supplied items Make sure that you have following items supplied with your camcorder. Large eyecup (1) Lens hood (1) Lens cap (Attached to lens) (1) 21
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"Operating Guide" (1) Related Topic Parts and controls (wireless remote commander) 4-725-312-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation 22 Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV70A (1) When using the camcorder while connected to a wall outlet (wall socket), such as while charging, make sure to attach the battery pack to the camcorder.
"Operating Guide" (1) Related Topic Parts and controls (wireless remote commander) 4-725-312-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation 22 Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV70A (1) When using the camcorder while connected to a wall outlet (wall socket), such as while charging, make sure to attach the battery pack to the camcorder.
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... attach the battery pack ( ). To remove the battery pack Turn off the camcorder. Align the indentation on the camcorder and projection on the battery pack, then slide the battery pack upwards. Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX700 Attaching the battery pack Attach the battery pack to the camcorder. 4-725-312-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation 23...
... attach the battery pack ( ). To remove the battery pack Turn off the camcorder. Align the indentation on the camcorder and projection on the battery pack, then slide the battery pack upwards. Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX700 Attaching the battery pack Attach the battery pack to the camcorder. 4-725-312-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation 23...
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...Use a nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the AC Adaptor. This may cause a malfunction. The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery pack is pulled out, retract it. 2 Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to the camcorder and a wall outlet (wall socket... in a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture. Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX700 Charging the battery pack using the AC Adaptor Charge the battery pack using the camcorder. When the viewfinder is fully charged. The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp lights orange. Disconnect the AC...
...Use a nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the AC Adaptor. This may cause a malfunction. The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery pack is pulled out, retract it. 2 Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to the camcorder and a wall outlet (wall socket... in a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture. Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX700 Charging the battery pack using the AC Adaptor Charge the battery pack using the camcorder. When the viewfinder is fully charged. The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp lights orange. Disconnect the AC...
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Related Topic Charging time Expected recording time with each battery pack Expected playback time with each battery pack Using the camcorder abroad 4-725-312-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation 25 It is recommended that you charge the battery in a temperature range of 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F).
Related Topic Charging time Expected recording time with each battery pack Expected playback time with each battery pack Using the camcorder abroad 4-725-312-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation 25 It is recommended that you charge the battery in a temperature range of 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F).
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... out Note Even if the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is returned to its original position. Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX700 Turning the power on Turn on the camcorder. 1 Open the LCD monitor of the camcorder and turn off the power of the camcorder, make sure... pulled out, the camcorder is pulled out, retract the viewfinder as shown in the illustration below. If warning messages appear on the status of the battery. 26 We recommend turning the camcorder off the power Close the LCD monitor. To turn on . You can also turn off frequently by pressing (On...
... out Note Even if the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is returned to its original position. Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX700 Turning the power on Turn on the camcorder. 1 Open the LCD monitor of the camcorder and turn off the power of the camcorder, make sure... pulled out, the camcorder is pulled out, retract the viewfinder as shown in the illustration below. If warning messages appear on the status of the battery. 26 We recommend turning the camcorder off the power Close the LCD monitor. To turn on . You can also turn off frequently by pressing (On...
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... Recorder FDR-AX700 Using the camcorder supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket) You can supply power to the camcorder from a wall outlet (wall socket) by using the AC adaptor. 1 Operate the camcorder while it is not charged, but also not consumed. Related Topic Charging the battery pack ...using the AC Adaptor ." (wall socket) as shown in " Charging the battery If you attach the battery pack to the camcorder while the AC adaptor is connected to the camcorder, the...
... Recorder FDR-AX700 Using the camcorder supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket) You can supply power to the camcorder from a wall outlet (wall socket) by using the AC adaptor. 1 Operate the camcorder while it is not charged, but also not consumed. Related Topic Charging the battery pack ...using the AC Adaptor ." (wall socket) as shown in " Charging the battery If you attach the battery pack to the camcorder while the AC adaptor is connected to the camcorder, the...
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Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX700 Adjusting the viewfinder When using the viewfinder, extend it and position...attach the large eyecup, stretch it slightly and fit it until the image is attached, the large eyecup and battery pack may interfere with each other slightly. A: Lens adjustment dial Move it over the groove of the eyecup ...of the camcorder. 4-725-312-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation 29 However, this does not affect the functionality of to the viewfinder until the picture becomes clear. A: Large...
Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX700 Adjusting the viewfinder When using the viewfinder, extend it and position...attach the large eyecup, stretch it slightly and fit it until the image is attached, the large eyecup and battery pack may interfere with each other slightly. A: Lens adjustment dial Move it over the groove of the eyecup ...of the camcorder. 4-725-312-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation 29 However, this does not affect the functionality of to the viewfinder until the picture becomes clear. A: Large...
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...Selecting the memory card slot to be destroyed. However, this may be used for recording MARKER REC LAMP SHOOTING MODE 4-725-312-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation 38 The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp flashes while the settings are performed simultaneously, [LCD BRIGHT] is fixed to [NORMAL]. It is not ...of images when played back on a TV which is recommended you close the LCD monitor and turn off , and do not remove the memory card, battery pack, or the AC Adaptor. Related Topic Expected recording time of the camcorder can set to the camcorder, do not turn on (OTHERS) - [REC...
...Selecting the memory card slot to be destroyed. However, this may be used for recording MARKER REC LAMP SHOOTING MODE 4-725-312-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation 38 The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp flashes while the settings are performed simultaneously, [LCD BRIGHT] is fixed to [NORMAL]. It is not ...of images when played back on a TV which is recommended you close the LCD monitor and turn off , and do not remove the memory card, battery pack, or the AC Adaptor. Related Topic Expected recording time of the camcorder can set to the camcorder, do not turn on (OTHERS) - [REC...
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... AE/AF lock indicator appears on the memory card. Related Topic SHOOTING MODE IMAGE SIZE Expected number of recordable photos 4-725-312-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation 43 When the focus is in red, the camcorder is reading or writing data on the LCD monitor and the ISO value appears when... it fully . Do not shake or apply strong force to the camcorder, do not turn the power off, and do not remove the memory card, battery pack, or the AC Adaptor.
... AE/AF lock indicator appears on the memory card. Related Topic SHOOTING MODE IMAGE SIZE Expected number of recordable photos 4-725-312-11(2) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation 43 When the focus is in red, the camcorder is reading or writing data on the LCD monitor and the ISO value appears when... it fully . Do not shake or apply strong force to the camcorder, do not turn the power off, and do not remove the memory card, battery pack, or the AC Adaptor.
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... CHECK]. (OTHERS) - [STATUS 2 Select the displayed item with the / / / /SET button. Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX700 Checking the settings in the order of [AUDIO] - [OUTPUT] - [ASSIGN] - [CAMERA] - [MEDIA INFO] [BATTERY INFO]. Battery information You can check the estimated used and free spaces. You can also display the STATUS CHECK screen... items. Audio settings Output settings Functions assigned to the ASSIGN buttons Camera settings Memory card information You can check the remaining capacity of the attached battery.
... CHECK]. (OTHERS) - [STATUS 2 Select the displayed item with the / / / /SET button. Help Guide Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX700 Checking the settings in the order of [AUDIO] - [OUTPUT] - [ASSIGN] - [CAMERA] - [MEDIA INFO] [BATTERY INFO]. Battery information You can check the estimated used and free spaces. You can also display the STATUS CHECK screen... items. Audio settings Output settings Functions assigned to the ASSIGN buttons Camera settings Memory card information You can check the remaining capacity of the attached battery.