Operating Instructions
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... with your computer Operating the "PMB Portable" This camera has an application "PMB Portable". If the desired AutoPlay Wizard does not appear, click [Computer] (in Windows XP, [PMB Portable] [OK]). Trademarks "bloggie" is a trademark of Sony Corporation. "Memory Stick", " ", " Memory Stick Duo", " ", "Memory Stick PRO Duo", " ", "Memory Stick PRO‑HG Duo", " ", "MagicGate", " ", "MagicGate...
... with your computer Operating the "PMB Portable" This camera has an application "PMB Portable". If the desired AutoPlay Wizard does not appear, click [Computer] (in Windows XP, [PMB Portable] [OK]). Trademarks "bloggie" is a trademark of Sony Corporation. "Memory Stick", " ", " Memory Stick Duo", " ", "Memory Stick PRO Duo", " ", "Memory Stick PRO‑HG Duo", " ", "MagicGate", " ", "MagicGate...
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...not to maintain the battery functions. • For details on the battery, see page 68. Change the screen language before formatting the memory card. • This camera is neither dust-proof, nor splashproof, nor water-proof. • Before you record one-time events, make a trial recording to...charged, you do not intend to insert the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media into the "Memory Stick Duo" media adaptor. Internal memory and memory card back up copy. Always protect your camera is lit, or the internal memory data or the memory card data may be used for illustrating the operating ...
...not to maintain the battery functions. • For details on the battery, see page 68. Change the screen language before formatting the memory card. • This camera is neither dust-proof, nor splashproof, nor water-proof. • Before you record one-time events, make a trial recording to...charged, you do not intend to insert the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media into the "Memory Stick Duo" media adaptor. Internal memory and memory card back up copy. Always protect your camera is lit, or the internal memory data or the memory card data may be used for illustrating the operating ...
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... On image data compatibility • This camera supports "MP4 format" as IDs and mail addresses may be discolored and that do not support "MP4 format". • This camera does not support "AVCHD format" and... hour before the power goes off the camera and leave it . • Do not shake or strike the camera. This is manufactured using extremely high-precision technology, so over 99.99% ...may be saved on the internal memory of the camera. Notes on using your camera. • Playback of movies other than those shot, edited or composed on this camera is not guaranteed. Pushing the ...
... On image data compatibility • This camera supports "MP4 format" as IDs and mail addresses may be discolored and that do not support "MP4 format". • This camera does not support "AVCHD format" and... hour before the power goes off the camera and leave it . • Do not shake or strike the camera. This is manufactured using extremely high-precision technology, so over 99.99% ...may be saved on the internal memory of the camera. Notes on using your camera. • Playback of movies other than those shot, edited or composed on this camera is not guaranteed. Pushing the ...
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How to handle the camera • When carrying the camera, rotate the lens portion back as illustrated. • Be careful not to block the lens with your finger when shooting. • Do not hold the camera by only holding the battery/memory card cover, jack cover, the USB jack or the lens portion. • See page 15 for how to attach the wrist strap. 6
How to handle the camera • When carrying the camera, rotate the lens portion back as illustrated. • Be careful not to block the lens with your finger when shooting. • Do not hold the camera by only holding the battery/memory card cover, jack cover, the USB jack or the lens portion. • See page 15 for how to attach the wrist strap. 6
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...parts 10 Indicators on the screen 12 Getting started Checking the accessories supplied 15 1 Preparing the battery pack 16 2 Inserting the memory card 19 3 Turning the camera on/setting the language and clock 21 Basic Operations Shooting images 23 Viewing images 27 Using the menu items 29 Menu items ...30 Using with your computer Using with your computer 31 Connecting the camera to the computer 33 Uploading videos and still images to media services 35 Using the software 38 Using functions for shooting Shooting menu ...
...parts 10 Indicators on the screen 12 Getting started Checking the accessories supplied 15 1 Preparing the battery pack 16 2 Inserting the memory card 19 3 Turning the camera on/setting the language and clock 21 Basic Operations Shooting images 23 Viewing images 27 Using the menu items 29 Menu items ...30 Using with your computer Using with your computer 31 Connecting the camera to the computer 33 Uploading videos and still images to media services 35 Using the software 38 Using functions for shooting Shooting menu ...
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... Settings 1/2 48 Beep LCD Backlight Display Color Language Setting Initialize Main Settings 2/2 49 LUN Settings Video Out Memory Card Tool 50 Format Copy Internal Memory Tool 51 Format Clock Settings 52 Clock Settings Enjoying the 360 Video (MHS-PM5K) Shooting 360 Video images 53 Viewing images on a TV Viewing images on a TV 55 8
... Settings 1/2 48 Beep LCD Backlight Display Color Language Setting Initialize Main Settings 2/2 49 LUN Settings Video Out Memory Card Tool 50 Format Copy Internal Memory Tool 51 Format Clock Settings 52 Clock Settings Enjoying the 360 Video (MHS-PM5K) Shooting 360 Video images 53 Viewing images on a TV Viewing images on a TV 55 8
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Table of contents Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 58 Warning indicators and messages 64 Others On the "Memory Stick" media 66 On the battery 68 Precautions 69 Specifications 70 Index Index...71 9
Table of contents Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 58 Warning indicators and messages 64 Others On the "Memory Stick" media 66 On the battery 68 Precautions 69 Specifications 70 Index Index...71 9
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... Menu on: v/V/b/B (29) Menu off: v (Screen display)/ V (Self-timer) (26) L (Play) button (27) A Lens B Microphone C Hook for wrist strap (15) D Speaker E Battery/Memory card cover (19) F Battery slot G Memory card slot H Access lamp (20) I LCD screen (25) J MENU button (29) 10 M Power/Charge lamp (16) • The Power/Charge lamp lights up...
... Menu on: v/V/b/B (29) Menu off: v (Screen display)/ V (Self-timer) (26) L (Play) button (27) A Lens B Microphone C Hook for wrist strap (15) D Speaker E Battery/Memory card cover (19) F Battery slot G Memory card slot H Access lamp (20) I LCD screen (25) J MENU button (29) 10 M Power/Charge lamp (16) • The Power/Charge lamp lights up...
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... (40) When recording movies 5 [400] z C Display 2010-1-1 12:00 PM v DISP V Information on the screen When you purchased this camera. Remaining number of operation. The indicators appear for details of recordable images (40) AE lock (green) (24) Indication Current date and time Changing...the pages in effect when you tilt the multi-selector to make indicators appear again, carry out any operation other than those using internal memory. When shooting still images A Display / B Display Indication Battery remaining (18) Low battery warning (64) SteadyShot (42) Recording folder...
... (40) When recording movies 5 [400] z C Display 2010-1-1 12:00 PM v DISP V Information on the screen When you purchased this camera. Remaining number of operation. The indicators appear for details of recordable images (40) AE lock (green) (24) Indication Current date and time Changing...the pages in effect when you tilt the multi-selector to make indicators appear again, carry out any operation other than those using internal memory. When shooting still images A Display / B Display Indication Battery remaining (18) Low battery warning (64) SteadyShot (42) Recording folder...
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... display setting with v, and adjust the volume with V. The guidance message is displayed alternately. Indication Playback folder • This does not appear when using internal memory.
... display setting with v, and adjust the volume with V. The guidance message is displayed alternately. Indication Playback folder • This does not appear when using internal memory.
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...Help") - bloggie Handbook (PDF) • Instruction Manual • Important Notice Hook 15 Getting started Getting started Checking the accessories supplied • Rechargeable battery pack NP-BK1 (1) • 360 Video Lens VCL-BPP1 (1) (MHS-PM5K only) • Memory card ("Memory Stick PRO Duo" 4GB) (1) (MHS-PM5K only...) • A/V connecting cable (1) • USB connection support cable (1) Attach the strap and place your hand through the loop to prevent the camera from damage by being...
...Help") - bloggie Handbook (PDF) • Instruction Manual • Important Notice Hook 15 Getting started Getting started Checking the accessories supplied • Rechargeable battery pack NP-BK1 (1) • 360 Video Lens VCL-BPP1 (1) (MHS-PM5K only) • Memory card ("Memory Stick PRO Duo" 4GB) (1) (MHS-PM5K only...) • A/V connecting cable (1) • USB connection support cable (1) Attach the strap and place your hand through the loop to prevent the camera from damage by being...
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... USB jack cover AC Adaptor Power cord (Mains lead) 1 Open the battery/memory card cover and insert the battery pack into this camera, then close the cover. • Insert the battery pack as far as ...gently until it clicks. • You cannot open the battery/memory card cover when a tripod is attached to the camera. 2 Open the USB jack cover, then slide the USB jack slide lever. ...the USB jack of USB device used, charging may not function properly. 16 Be sure to disconnect the camera before operation. • Charging the battery with the USB connection support cable (supplied). • The...
... USB jack cover AC Adaptor Power cord (Mains lead) 1 Open the battery/memory card cover and insert the battery pack into this camera, then close the cover. • Insert the battery pack as far as ...gently until it clicks. • You cannot open the battery/memory card cover when a tripod is attached to the camera. 2 Open the USB jack cover, then slide the USB jack slide lever. ...the USB jack of USB device used, charging may not function properly. 16 Be sure to disconnect the camera before operation. • Charging the battery with the USB connection support cable (supplied). • The...
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Getting started 2 Inserting the memory card 1 Battery/memory card cover 2 3 Be careful of the direction of the notched corner. 1 2 1 Open the cover. 2 Insert the memory card all the way in until it clicks with its notched corner directed downward as shown in the illustration. 3 Close the cover. When the movie size is no memory card inserted The camera records/plays back images using the internal memory (approx. 26 MB). When there is set to [1920 × 1080 30P] or [1280 × 720 60P], you cannot record movies, however. 19
Getting started 2 Inserting the memory card 1 Battery/memory card cover 2 3 Be careful of the direction of the notched corner. 1 2 1 Open the cover. 2 Insert the memory card all the way in until it clicks with its notched corner directed downward as shown in the illustration. 3 Close the cover. When the movie size is no memory card inserted The camera records/plays back images using the internal memory (approx. 26 MB). When there is set to [1920 × 1080 30P] or [1280 × 720 60P], you cannot record movies, however. 19
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This may cause damage to data in once. • Never remove the memory card when the access lamp is lit. Make sure that the access lamp is not lit, then push the memory card in the memory card. 20 2 Inserting the memory card To remove the memory card Open the battery/memory card cover.
This may cause damage to data in once. • Never remove the memory card when the access lamp is lit. Make sure that the access lamp is not lit, then push the memory card in the memory card. 20 2 Inserting the memory card To remove the memory card Open the battery/memory card cover.
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... camera is not supported. OS (pre-installed) Others Microsoft Windows XP*1 SP3/Windows Vista*2 SP2/Windows 7 CPU: Intel Pentium III 800 MHz or faster (For playing/editing the High Definition movies: Intel Core Duo 1.66 GHz or faster/Intel Core 2 Duo 1.20 GHz or faster) Memory: 512 MB or more (For playing/editing the High Definition...
... camera is not supported. OS (pre-installed) Others Microsoft Windows XP*1 SP3/Windows Vista*2 SP2/Windows 7 CPU: Intel Pentium III 800 MHz or faster (For playing/editing the High Definition movies: Intel Core Duo 1.66 GHz or faster/Intel Core 2 Duo 1.20 GHz or faster) Memory: 512 MB or more (For playing/editing the High Definition...
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...connection Perform the procedures from step 1 to the "Trash" icon beforehand when you use a Macintosh computer, and the camera is disconnected from the internal memory. • Turning off the camera. 1 Double-click the disconnect icon on the confirmation window, then click [OK]. b Note • Drag and... drop the icon of the memory card or the drive icon to 3 below before: • Removing a memory card. • Inserting a memory card into the camera after copying images from the computer. 34 Windows Vista Windows XP Disconnect icon 2 Click ...
...connection Perform the procedures from step 1 to the "Trash" icon beforehand when you use a Macintosh computer, and the camera is disconnected from the internal memory. • Turning off the camera. 1 Double-click the disconnect icon on the confirmation window, then click [OK]. b Note • Drag and... drop the icon of the memory card or the drive icon to 3 below before: • Removing a memory card. • Inserting a memory card into the camera after copying images from the computer. 34 Windows Vista Windows XP Disconnect icon 2 Click ...
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... up to A4 (8×10") 3:2 aspect ratio as in shooting mode using earlier Sony models are played back on this camera, the display may differ from the actual image size. • When measuring media ...mail attachment The approximate number of still images (Units: Images) Capacity Internal memory Size/ Quality Approx. 26 MB 1 GB Memory card formatted with this camera 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB 5M 6 390 770...10×15 cm (4×6") or 13×18 cm (5×7") For viewing on a high-definition TV Shoot at a small image size for data management. 40 When the mode has been...
... up to A4 (8×10") 3:2 aspect ratio as in shooting mode using earlier Sony models are played back on this camera, the display may differ from the actual image size. • When measuring media ...mail attachment The approximate number of still images (Units: Images) Capacity Internal memory Size/ Quality Approx. 26 MB 1 GB Memory card formatted with this camera 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB 5M 6 390 770...10×15 cm (4×6") or 13×18 cm (5×7") For viewing on a high-definition TV Shoot at a small image size for data management. 40 When the mode has been...
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... for approximately 29 minutes. (Units: hour : minute : second) Capacity Internal memory Memory card formatted with this camera Size Approx. 26 MB 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB... 1920 × 1080 30P* Shoot HD (high definition) quality movies in sizes suited for display on computer or high definition TV 1280 × 720 60P Shoots the rapidly...MP4 format". - Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 29 Using functions for shooting Movie Size: Selecting the movie size according to [1280 × 720 30P] or [1280 × 720 60P]. • The movies shot with this camera...
... for approximately 29 minutes. (Units: hour : minute : second) Capacity Internal memory Memory card formatted with this camera Size Approx. 26 MB 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB... 1920 × 1080 30P* Shoot HD (high definition) quality movies in sizes suited for display on computer or high definition TV 1280 × 720 60P Shoots the rapidly...MP4 format". - Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 29 Using functions for shooting Movie Size: Selecting the movie size according to [1280 × 720 30P] or [1280 × 720 60P]. • The movies shot with this camera...
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... reduces the overall recording time. Face Detection: Detects the faces of the memory card. Setup: Selecting the shooting settings You can change the settings on the operation 1 page 29 Your camera uses the VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format to automatically adjust image quality to...activate Face Detection function. Shooting menu For details on the (setup) screen. 42 Off Does not activate the camera shake reduction function. • The camera shake reduction function works only in the recording time of your subjects, and adjusts the exposure automatically On Activates ...
... reduces the overall recording time. Face Detection: Detects the faces of the memory card. Setup: Selecting the shooting settings You can change the settings on the operation 1 page 29 Your camera uses the VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format to automatically adjust image quality to...activate Face Detection function. Shooting menu For details on the (setup) screen. 42 Off Does not activate the camera shake reduction function. • The camera shake reduction function works only in the recording time of your subjects, and adjusts the exposure automatically On Activates ...
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... LCD screen. Even if you press the multi-selector, (Photo) button or (Movie) button. LCD Backlight Selects the brightness of the camera off the beep sound. Normal Standard brightness. • You can select the background color of the LCD monitor from 3 colors. Initialize Initializes... the setting to turn the power of the LCD backlight. To cancel the resetting Select [Cancel] in the internal memory are retained. 1 Select [Initialize] with the multi-selector tilt to v/V, then press the multi-selector or tilt to B. Main Settings 1/2 For...
... LCD screen. Even if you press the multi-selector, (Photo) button or (Movie) button. LCD Backlight Selects the brightness of the camera off the beep sound. Normal Standard brightness. • You can select the background color of the LCD monitor from 3 colors. Initialize Initializes... the setting to turn the power of the LCD backlight. To cancel the resetting Select [Cancel] in the internal memory are retained. 1 Select [Initialize] with the multi-selector tilt to v/V, then press the multi-selector or tilt to B. Main Settings 1/2 For...