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Supported camera models Identifying the parts Preparations Unpacking Inserting the battery Connecting the Remote Commander and a camera with the Bluetooth® function Preventing unintentional operations Shooting Shooting a still image Shooting a video Adjusting the camera focus Zooming the camera 1 Help Guide Remote Commander RMT-P1BT Use this Help Guide when you have issues or questions on how to use your Remote Commander.
Supported camera models Identifying the parts Preparations Unpacking Inserting the battery Connecting the Remote Commander and a camera with the Bluetooth® function Preventing unintentional operations Shooting Shooting a still image Shooting a video Adjusting the camera focus Zooming the camera 1 Help Guide Remote Commander RMT-P1BT Use this Help Guide when you have issues or questions on how to use your Remote Commander.
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Indicator activities Activating the camera's C1 or AF-ON function About this unit Notes on use Specifications Trademarks Troubleshooting The Remote Commander fails to work. 4-748-144-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 2
Indicator activities Activating the camera's C1 or AF-ON function About this unit Notes on use Specifications Trademarks Troubleshooting The Remote Commander fails to work. 4-748-144-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 2
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Help Guide Remote Commander RMT-P1BT Supported camera models This unit is Remote Commander which is compatible with the Bluetooth function. For the camera models that can connect to the unit, visit the following website. https://www.sony.net/dics/p1bt/ 4-748-144-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 3
Help Guide Remote Commander RMT-P1BT Supported camera models This unit is Remote Commander which is compatible with the Bluetooth function. For the camera models that can connect to the unit, visit the following website. https://www.sony.net/dics/p1bt/ 4-748-144-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 3
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...Remote Commander RMT-P1BT Identifying the parts 1. For details, see Shooting a still image or Shooting a video. 4. For details, see Adjusting the camera focus or Zooming the camera. 3. ZOOM/FOCUS switch 8. For details about the camera's settings, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Remote Commander operation. 2. When you operate the Remote...-in Bluetooth antenna at the section shown in Bluetooth antenna The Remote Commander is equipped with the camera. MOVIE/STILL switch 9. Slide the Remote Commander's ZOOM/FOCUS switch to the position suitable for your purpose...
...Remote Commander RMT-P1BT Identifying the parts 1. For details, see Shooting a still image or Shooting a video. 4. For details, see Adjusting the camera focus or Zooming the camera. 3. ZOOM/FOCUS switch 8. For details about the camera's settings, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Remote Commander operation. 2. When you operate the Remote...-in Bluetooth antenna at the section shown in Bluetooth antenna The Remote Commander is equipped with the camera. MOVIE/STILL switch 9. Slide the Remote Commander's ZOOM/FOCUS switch to the position suitable for your purpose...
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Related Topic Activating the camera's C1 or AF-ON function Preventing unintentional operations Inserting the battery Supported camera models Connecting the Remote Commander and a camera with the Bluetooth® function Indicator activities 4-748-144-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 5
Related Topic Activating the camera's C1 or AF-ON function Preventing unintentional operations Inserting the battery Supported camera models Connecting the Remote Commander and a camera with the Bluetooth® function Indicator activities 4-748-144-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 5
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Remote Commander (1) Lithium coin cell battery (CR2032) (1) Set of printed documentation 4-748-144-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 6 Help Guide Remote Commander RMT-P1BT Unpacking If you find anything missing, please contact your dealer. The number in the parentheses indicates the quantity.
Remote Commander (1) Lithium coin cell battery (CR2032) (1) Set of printed documentation 4-748-144-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 6 Help Guide Remote Commander RMT-P1BT Unpacking If you find anything missing, please contact your dealer. The number in the parentheses indicates the quantity.
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... the battery.) 3 Turn the battery cover until you reach "CLOSE." 4-748-144-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 7 Help Guide Remote Commander RMT-P1BT Inserting the battery Insert the supplied lithium coin cell battery (CR2032) into the battery chamber of the Remote Commander. 1 Place a coin, or similar object, into the groove of the battery cover on...
... the battery.) 3 Turn the battery cover until you reach "CLOSE." 4-748-144-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 7 Help Guide Remote Commander RMT-P1BT Inserting the battery Insert the supplied lithium coin cell battery (CR2032) into the battery chamber of the Remote Commander. 1 Place a coin, or similar object, into the groove of the battery cover on...
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... happens, redo the procedure from the beginning. 8 Help Guide Remote Commander RMT-P1BT Connecting the Remote Commander and a camera with the Bluetooth® function Connect the Remote Commander and a camera with the Bluetooth function, you start, check that the Remote Commander's LOCK switch is complete, [Paired.] appears. Before you...'s screen, select [OK]. Note The following is an example of a procedure for at the same time for Sony Interchangeable Lens Digital Cameras and Sony digital still cameras. Note If pairing fails, the Remote Commander's indicator flashes rapidly.
... happens, redo the procedure from the beginning. 8 Help Guide Remote Commander RMT-P1BT Connecting the Remote Commander and a camera with the Bluetooth® function Connect the Remote Commander and a camera with the Bluetooth function, you start, check that the Remote Commander's LOCK switch is complete, [Paired.] appears. Before you...'s screen, select [OK]. Note The following is an example of a procedure for at the same time for Sony Interchangeable Lens Digital Cameras and Sony digital still cameras. Note If pairing fails, the Remote Commander's indicator flashes rapidly.
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When using the Remote Commander to operate a different camera (After having connected the Remote Commander with a different camera, you also must pair the Remote Commander and the original camera again when connecting to the original camera.) When the camera's network settings have been reset If the Remote Commander is not used for a period of time during a Bluetooth connection, (no Bluetooth connection) may appear on the camera's screen. 4-748-144-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 9 In the following situations, pair the Remote Commander and the camera again.
When using the Remote Commander to operate a different camera (After having connected the Remote Commander with a different camera, you also must pair the Remote Commander and the original camera again when connecting to the original camera.) When the camera's network settings have been reset If the Remote Commander is not used for a period of time during a Bluetooth connection, (no Bluetooth connection) may appear on the camera's screen. 4-748-144-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 9 In the following situations, pair the Remote Commander and the camera again.
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To enable the buttons, slide the LOCK switch to the position to the "LOCK" position. Help Guide Remote Commander RMT-P1BT Preventing unintentional operations You can disable all the buttons on the Remote Commander in order to prevent unintentional operations while you carry it around. 1 Slide the LOCK switch to the opposite of "LOCK." 4-748-144-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 10
To enable the buttons, slide the LOCK switch to the position to the "LOCK" position. Help Guide Remote Commander RMT-P1BT Preventing unintentional operations You can disable all the buttons on the Remote Commander in order to prevent unintentional operations while you carry it around. 1 Slide the LOCK switch to the opposite of "LOCK." 4-748-144-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 10
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... . When the camera comes into focus by the auto focus function, the Remote Commander's indicator turns on . Help Guide Remote Commander RMT-P1BT Shooting a still image Operate the Remote Commander connected to a camera with the Bluetooth® function 11 Related Topic Connecting the Remote Commander and a camera with the Bluetooth function to shoot a still image. 1 Slide...
... . When the camera comes into focus by the auto focus function, the Remote Commander's indicator turns on . Help Guide Remote Commander RMT-P1BT Shooting a still image Operate the Remote Commander connected to a camera with the Bluetooth® function 11 Related Topic Connecting the Remote Commander and a camera with the Bluetooth function to shoot a still image. 1 Slide...
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Video recording starts. To stop recording, press the Shutter-release/REC button again. When recording starts, the Remote Commander's indicator turns on. Related Topic Connecting the Remote Commander and a camera with the Bluetooth function to shoot a video. 1 Slide the MOVIE/STILL switch to the "MOVIE" position. 2 Press the Shutter-release/REC button ( ). When recording stops, the indicator turns off. Help Guide Remote Commander RMT-P1BT Shooting a video Operate the Remote Commander connected to a camera with the Bluetooth® function Shooting a still image 13
Video recording starts. To stop recording, press the Shutter-release/REC button again. When recording starts, the Remote Commander's indicator turns on. Related Topic Connecting the Remote Commander and a camera with the Bluetooth function to shoot a video. 1 Slide the MOVIE/STILL switch to the "MOVIE" position. 2 Press the Shutter-release/REC button ( ). When recording stops, the indicator turns off. Help Guide Remote Commander RMT-P1BT Shooting a video Operate the Remote Commander connected to a camera with the Bluetooth® function Shooting a still image 13
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Note To adjust the camera focus, you must place the camera in manual focus mode. 1 Slide the ZOOM/FOCUS switch to the "FOCUS" position. 2 Press the Focus/Zoom button (+/-) ( ) to adjust the camera focus. Help Guide Remote Commander RMT-P1BT Adjusting the camera focus Operate the Remote Commander connected to a camera with the Bluetooth function to adjust the camera focus. Related Topic 15
Note To adjust the camera focus, you must place the camera in manual focus mode. 1 Slide the ZOOM/FOCUS switch to the "FOCUS" position. 2 Press the Focus/Zoom button (+/-) ( ) to adjust the camera focus. Help Guide Remote Commander RMT-P1BT Adjusting the camera focus Operate the Remote Commander connected to a camera with the Bluetooth function to adjust the camera focus. Related Topic 15
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Connecting the Remote Commander and a camera with the Bluetooth® function Zooming the camera 4-748-144-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 16
Connecting the Remote Commander and a camera with the Bluetooth® function Zooming the camera 4-748-144-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 16
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Help Guide Remote Commander RMT-P1BT Zooming the camera Operate the Remote Commander connected to zoom in electronic power zoom. If the digital zoom function of the camera is turned on the camera or lens. The zoom function works with the Bluetooth function to zoom in/out the camera. 1 Slide the ZOOM/FOCUS switch to the "ZOOM" position. 2 Press the Focus/Zoom button (+/-) ( ) to a camera with a camera or lens featuring a built-in /out the camera. Note The zoom speed varies depending on , digital zooming will be performed. 17
Help Guide Remote Commander RMT-P1BT Zooming the camera Operate the Remote Commander connected to zoom in electronic power zoom. If the digital zoom function of the camera is turned on the camera or lens. The zoom function works with the Bluetooth function to zoom in/out the camera. 1 Slide the ZOOM/FOCUS switch to the "ZOOM" position. 2 Press the Focus/Zoom button (+/-) ( ) to a camera with a camera or lens featuring a built-in /out the camera. Note The zoom speed varies depending on , digital zooming will be performed. 17
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Related Topic Connecting the Remote Commander and a camera with the Bluetooth® function Adjusting the camera focus 4-748-144-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 18
Related Topic Connecting the Remote Commander and a camera with the Bluetooth® function Adjusting the camera focus 4-748-144-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 18
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Help Guide Remote Commander RMT-P1BT Indicator activities The Remote Commander's indicator lights/flashes in accordance with the Remote Commander operation or the operation or state of the camera as described below: Lights when the camera comes into focus by the auto focus ...pressing the Shutter-release/REC button while video recording is in progress when pairing succeeds when the camera receives focus/zoom (+/-) signals from the Remote Commander Flashes while pairing is in progress while the self-timer is in operation Flashes rapidly when the camera fails to receive operation signals from...
Help Guide Remote Commander RMT-P1BT Indicator activities The Remote Commander's indicator lights/flashes in accordance with the Remote Commander operation or the operation or state of the camera as described below: Lights when the camera comes into focus by the auto focus ...pressing the Shutter-release/REC button while video recording is in progress when pairing succeeds when the camera receives focus/zoom (+/-) signals from the Remote Commander Flashes while pairing is in progress while the self-timer is in operation Flashes rapidly when the camera fails to receive operation signals from...
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Help Guide Remote Commander RMT-P1BT Activating the camera's C1 or AF-ON function By pressing the Remote Commander's C1 or AF-ON button, you can activate the function assigned to the operating instructions supplied with your camera. For details about the camera's C1 or AF-ON button, refer to the camera's C1 or AF-ON button. Related Topic Supported camera models 4-748-144-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 20
Help Guide Remote Commander RMT-P1BT Activating the camera's C1 or AF-ON function By pressing the Remote Commander's C1 or AF-ON button, you can activate the function assigned to the operating instructions supplied with your camera. For details about the camera's C1 or AF-ON button, refer to the camera's C1 or AF-ON button. Related Topic Supported camera models 4-748-144-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 20
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.... Notes on the length of the battery, insulate the battery contacts with water. Related Topic Inserting the battery 4-748-144-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 21 If the battery fluid leaks, wipe away any fluid on use When using this unit. Help Guide Remote Commander RMT-P1BT Notes on the battery chamber before disposal.
.... Notes on the length of the battery, insulate the battery contacts with water. Related Topic Inserting the battery 4-748-144-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 21 If the battery fluid leaks, wipe away any fluid on use When using this unit. Help Guide Remote Commander RMT-P1BT Notes on the battery chamber before disposal.
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Help Guide Remote Commander RMT-P1BT Specifications Dimensions (W/H/D) (Approx.) 33 mm × 116.5 mm × 15.1 mm (1 5/16 in. × 4 5/8 in. × 5/8 in.) Mass (Approx.) 35 g (1.3 oz) (Without the battery) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. 4-748-144-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 22
Help Guide Remote Commander RMT-P1BT Specifications Dimensions (W/H/D) (Approx.) 33 mm × 116.5 mm × 15.1 mm (1 5/16 in. × 4 5/8 in. × 5/8 in.) Mass (Approx.) 35 g (1.3 oz) (Without the battery) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. 4-748-144-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 22