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... an equal degree of Sony. SONY® DSLR Cameras and Lenses for DSLR Camera LIMITED INARRANT'f (us Only, Sony Electronics Inc. ("Sony") warrantsthis product against defects in material or workmanship for the time periods and as fuses or batteries). This Limited Warranty is... likely that has been returned to the Sony authorized service facility specified. Instructions:...
... an equal degree of Sony. SONY® DSLR Cameras and Lenses for DSLR Camera LIMITED INARRANT'f (us Only, Sony Electronics Inc. ("Sony") warrantsthis product against defects in material or workmanship for the time periods and as fuses or batteries). This Limited Warranty is... likely that has been returned to the Sony authorized service facility specified. Instructions:...
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Table of contents Sample photo Others Index Using the camera abroad 185 Memory card 186 "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 188 Battery charging 190 Mount Adaptor 191 AVCHD format 193 Cleaning 194 Index 195 Menu Index 5GB
Table of contents Sample photo Others Index Using the camera abroad 185 Memory card 186 "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 188 Battery charging 190 Mount Adaptor 191 AVCHD format 193 Cleaning 194 Index 195 Menu Index 5GB
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... socket hole • Use a tripod with a screw length of less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch), and may damage the camera. Insert the connection plate into the battery compartment, and then pass the cord through the connection plate cover as shown below. • Make sure that the cord is not pinched when you...
... socket hole • Use a tripod with a screw length of less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch), and may damage the camera. Insert the connection plate into the battery compartment, and then pass the cord through the connection plate cover as shown below. • Make sure that the cord is not pinched when you...
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...). You can change the screen display using DISP (Display Contents) on the screen to indicate the camera status. Table of contents List of movies Remaining battery Flash charge in progress AF illuminator Live view 17GB Continued r
...). You can change the screen display using DISP (Display Contents) on the screen to indicate the camera status. Table of contents List of movies Remaining battery Flash charge in progress AF illuminator Live view 17GB Continued r
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... Adaptor (sold separately) is used, this function cannot be set to [10 Sec]. Max Standard [Power Saving Start Time] is automatically set to prevent the battery from being consumed. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Power Save] t desired setting. Sample photo Menu Index 141GB Table of the LCD screen is reduced. If you do not...
... Adaptor (sold separately) is used, this function cannot be set to [10 Sec]. Max Standard [Power Saving Start Time] is automatically set to prevent the battery from being consumed. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Power Save] t desired setting. Sample photo Menu Index 141GB Table of the LCD screen is reduced. If you do not...
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Table of contents Version Displays the version of your camera and lens. Confirm the version when a firmware update is (3 remaining battery icons) or more. We recommend that you use a sufficiently charged battery pack or the AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately). Notes • An update can be performed only when the battery level is released. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Version]. Sample photo Menu Index 151GB
Table of contents Version Displays the version of your camera and lens. Confirm the version when a firmware update is (3 remaining battery icons) or more. We recommend that you use a sufficiently charged battery pack or the AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately). Notes • An update can be performed only when the battery level is released. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Version]. Sample photo Menu Index 151GB
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...; During the format, the access lamp lights up. Save precious data on the format type used. • You cannot format a memory card when the remaining battery is unrecoverable. Note that you use a memory card with this camera for the first time, it may not be usable with the camera, depending on...
...; During the format, the access lamp lights up. Save precious data on the format type used. • You cannot format a memory card when the remaining battery is unrecoverable. Note that you use a memory card with this camera for the first time, it may not be usable with the camera, depending on...
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Wait until repairs are caused in the image database file by processing files on computers, etc., images on the memory card will not be played back on this camera. Low battery power during repairing can cause damage to data. 159GB If these inconsistencies happen, the camera repairs the file. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Recover Image DB] t OK. The [Recover Image DB] screen is displayed, and the camera repairs the file. Notes • Use a sufficiently charged battery. Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Recover Image DB When inconsistencies are complete.
Wait until repairs are caused in the image database file by processing files on computers, etc., images on the memory card will not be played back on this camera. Low battery power during repairing can cause damage to data. 159GB If these inconsistencies happen, the camera repairs the file. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Recover Image DB] t OK. The [Recover Image DB] screen is displayed, and the camera repairs the file. Notes • Use a sufficiently charged battery. Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index Recover Image DB When inconsistencies are complete.
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Table of contents Sample photo Menu Connecting the camera to the computer 1 Insert a sufficiently charged battery pack into the camera, or connect the camera to a wall outlet (wall socket) using "PlayMemories Home" When the AutoPlay Wizard appears after making a USB ...connection between the camera and a computer, click [Open folder to view files] t [OK] t [DCIM] or [MP_ROOT] t copy the desired images to the computer. Sony is established for the first time, your computer. For details on the camera and the computer. 3 Connect the camera to the computer without using the...
Table of contents Sample photo Menu Connecting the camera to the computer 1 Insert a sufficiently charged battery pack into the camera, or connect the camera to a wall outlet (wall socket) using "PlayMemories Home" When the AutoPlay Wizard appears after making a USB ...connection between the camera and a computer, click [Open folder to view files] t [OK] t [DCIM] or [MP_ROOT] t copy the desired images to the computer. Sony is established for the first time, your computer. For details on the camera and the computer. 3 Connect the camera to the computer without using the...
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... 153). 4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Battery pack and power The battery pack cannot be installed. • When you insert the battery pack, use the tip of the battery pack to power saving mode. Install a charged battery pack. • The battery pack is dead. Install a charged battery pack. • The battery pack is dead. Make...
... 153). 4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Battery pack and power The battery pack cannot be installed. • When you insert the battery pack, use the tip of the battery pack to power saving mode. Install a charged battery pack. • The battery pack is dead. Install a charged battery pack. • The battery pack is dead. Make...
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...8226; The lens is between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F and 86 °F). The optimal temperature for charging the battery pack. Set [AF/MF Select] to the LOCK position. Attach the lens properly. Slow flashing indicates that charging is suspended because the ambient ...temperature is outside the suitable range for charging the battery pack is not attached properly. Set the switch to within the suitable temperature. Recording takes a long time. • The noise reduction...
...8226; The lens is between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F and 86 °F). The optimal temperature for charging the battery pack. Set [AF/MF Select] to the LOCK position. Attach the lens properly. Slow flashing indicates that charging is suspended because the ambient ...temperature is outside the suitable range for charging the battery pack is not attached properly. Set the switch to within the suitable temperature. Recording takes a long time. • The noise reduction...
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... card. • Insertion direction of the memory card is inserted. Formatted the memory card by mistake. • All the data on . • When the battery level is compatible with the camera. • Check "Recommended computer environment" (page 164). Shoot using another USB terminal. • Set [USB LUN Setting] to... directly from the memory card. Table of contents Sample photo Menu Computers Not sure if the OS of the computer is low, install the charged battery pack, or use the AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately). • Use the USB cable (supplied) for your OS. • When...
... card. • Insertion direction of the memory card is inserted. Formatted the memory card by mistake. • All the data on . • When the battery level is compatible with the camera. • Check "Recommended computer environment" (page 164). Shoot using another USB terminal. • Set [USB LUN Setting] to... directly from the memory card. Table of contents Sample photo Menu Computers Not sure if the OS of the computer is low, install the charged battery pack, or use the AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately). • Use the USB cable (supplied) for your OS. • When...
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...; When you print images at a shop, images can be printed with the date if you print an image shot with a low battery or no battery pack. Turn off . • When printing images using "Image Data Converter." Especially when you ask them to whether the printer provides... images with the date. • Using "PlayMemories Home," you charge the battery pack, the internal rechargeable battery may be cut off both edges cut off. • Depending on your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Consult your printer, the left unused for about an hour before...
...; When you print images at a shop, images can be printed with the date if you print an image shot with a low battery or no battery pack. Turn off . • When printing images using "Image Data Converter." Especially when you ask them to whether the printer provides... images with the date. • Using "PlayMemories Home," you charge the battery pack, the internal rechargeable battery may be cut off both edges cut off. • Depending on your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Consult your printer, the left unused for about an hour before...
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...) is used, disconnect the power cord. If the problem persists even after trying these solutions, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Remove the battery pack and insert it again. "--E-" appears on the camera again. Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index The... setting is reset without the resetting operation. • The battery pack was removed when the power switch was ...
...) is used, disconnect the power cord. If the problem persists even after trying these solutions, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Remove the battery pack and insert it again. "--E-" appears on the camera again. Table of contents Sample photo Menu Index The... setting is reset without the resetting operation. • The battery pack was removed when the power switch was ...
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... recording and playing normally. • The inserted memory card cannot be used the camera for a long time, charge the internal rechargeable battery. Unable to display. • Images recorded with other cameras or images modified with power zoom is being carried out. This memory card...8226; The SteadyShot function does not work . You cannot do any further shooting during this icon does not disappear, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. • The retractable lens with a computer may take some time to use the memory card again, however, ...
... recording and playing normally. • The inserted memory card cannot be used the camera for a long time, charge the internal rechargeable battery. Unable to display. • Images recorded with other cameras or images modified with power zoom is being carried out. This memory card...8226; The SteadyShot function does not work . You cannot do any further shooting during this icon does not disappear, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. • The retractable lens with a computer may take some time to use the memory card again, however, ...
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Internal temp. Cool the camera and wait until the camera cools. If the message appears frequently, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Recover? • You cannot record or play back AVCHD movies because the Image Database File is something wrong occurred in the Image ...Turn the power off. Menu • The number of contents No images. • There is no image on . • Turn the power off, remove the battery pack, and then re-insert it to cool. • The camera has become hot because you have been recording images for which date management in...
Internal temp. Cool the camera and wait until the camera cools. If the message appears frequently, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Recover? • You cannot record or play back AVCHD movies because the Image Database File is something wrong occurred in the Image ...Turn the power off. Menu • The number of contents No images. • There is no image on . • Turn the power off, remove the battery pack, and then re-insert it to cool. • The camera has become hot because you have been recording images for which date management in...
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... effectively charged in extremely hot places, such as a rough guide only. Note, however, that the battery indication will run out quickly if you use of the battery pack • Battery performance decreases in an ambient temperature of your body to warm it up, and insert it in the... that has functions for a long time, or if left after fully discharging it is shorter. Battery level High Low You cannot shoot any other battery packs. Use the remaining battery indication as in your pocket close to operating conditions with the following indicators and percent figures displayed ...
... effectively charged in extremely hot places, such as a rough guide only. Note, however, that the battery indication will run out quickly if you use of the battery pack • Battery performance decreases in an ambient temperature of your body to warm it up, and insert it in the... that has functions for a long time, or if left after fully discharging it is shorter. Battery level High Low You cannot shoot any other battery packs. Use the remaining battery indication as in your pocket close to operating conditions with the following indicators and percent figures displayed ...
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... year before storing it is probably time to replace the battery pack with a new one. • The battery life varies according to how the battery pack is stored and the operating conditions and environment in which each battery pack is used. 189GB Store the battery pack in a cool, dry place. • To ...use the battery pack up, leave the camera in slide show playback mode until the power goes off. • To prevent staining the terminal,...
... year before storing it is probably time to replace the battery pack with a new one. • The battery life varies according to how the battery pack is stored and the operating conditions and environment in which each battery pack is used. 189GB Store the battery pack in a cool, dry place. • To ...use the battery pack up, leave the camera in slide show playback mode until the power goes off. • To prevent staining the terminal,...
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... other than the specified type has been inserted or that there is something wrong with a new one or another one and check if the battery pack is outside of between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F and 86 °F). 190GB Replace the AC Adaptor or the USB cable to ... is charged properly. When the charge lamp flashes fast again, this may be charged. If the battery pack is charged properly, a battery error may leak, overheat, or explode if you leave the charged battery pack in the camera, battery life may be shortened. • The charge lamp located on the side of the camera...
... other than the specified type has been inserted or that there is something wrong with a new one or another one and check if the battery pack is outside of between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F and 86 °F). 190GB Replace the AC Adaptor or the USB cable to ... is charged properly. When the charge lamp flashes fast again, this may be charged. If the battery pack is charged properly, a battery error may leak, overheat, or explode if you leave the charged battery pack in the camera, battery life may be shortened. • The charge lamp located on the side of the camera...
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... Guide Display 140 High ISO NR 123 I Icons 17 Identifying parts 12 Image Data Converter 166, 167 Image Index 51, 100 Image Size 79 "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 188 Initialize 153 Install 166 Intelligent Auto 52 ISO 48 J JPEG 82 L Landscape 56 Language 137 LCD Brightness 143 Lens Comp.: Chro. Aber 125...
... Guide Display 140 High ISO NR 123 I Icons 17 Identifying parts 12 Image Data Converter 166, 167 Image Index 51, 100 Image Size 79 "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 188 Initialize 153 Install 166 Intelligent Auto 52 ISO 48 J JPEG 82 L Landscape 56 Language 137 LCD Brightness 143 Lens Comp.: Chro. Aber 125...