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Printed using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. Additional information on a computer Printing images Others Index Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Instruction Manual A-mount Preparing the camera Before your operation Shooting images Using the shooting function Using the viewing function Changing your setup Viewing images on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website.
Printed using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. Additional information on a computer Printing images Others Index Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Instruction Manual A-mount Preparing the camera Before your operation Shooting images Using the shooting function Using the viewing function Changing your setup Viewing images on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website.
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...the picture and sound of this unit. For details, please access the following URL: http://www.compliance.sony.de/ Notice for the recycling of this SLT-A55V Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera is in compliance with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for EMC and product safety is... Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to discontinue ...
...the picture and sound of this unit. For details, please access the following URL: http://www.compliance.sony.de/ Notice for the recycling of this SLT-A55V Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera is in compliance with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for EMC and product safety is... Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to discontinue ...
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... 60icompatible device or 1080 50icompatible device, check for the following marks on the bottom of the connected device or the software used with the camera. When you monitored before recording. Notes on the LCD monitor, electronic viewfinder, lens, and image sensor • The LCD monitor and ...3D-images, and consult a doctor as needed. Notes on using your camera Shooting procedure • This camera has two modes for shooting: the LCD monitor mode using the LCD monitor, and the viewfinder mode using extremely high-precision technology so over 99.99% of data loss, always copy (back up...
... 60icompatible device or 1080 50icompatible device, check for the following marks on the bottom of the connected device or the software used with the camera. When you monitored before recording. Notes on the LCD monitor, electronic viewfinder, lens, and image sensor • The LCD monitor and ...3D-images, and consult a doctor as needed. Notes on using your camera Shooting procedure • This camera has two modes for shooting: the LCD monitor mode using the LCD monitor, and the viewfinder mode using extremely high-precision technology so over 99.99% of data loss, always copy (back up...
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... information, set [GPS On/Off] to [Off] (page 138). • In an airplane, make sure to turn off , leave the camera for MP4 format recording. The pictures used in this manual The photographs used as described in AVCHD format with this Instruction Manual The data on...eject HD image quality discs. If the power is turned off the camera following conditions, except as examples of the camera rises, the image quality may deteriorate. Devices incompatible with the following devices. - GPS-compatible: SLT-A55V GPS-incompatible: SLT-A55/A33 • Use GPS in this Instruction Manual: at ...
... information, set [GPS On/Off] to [Off] (page 138). • In an airplane, make sure to turn off , leave the camera for MP4 format recording. The pictures used in this manual The photographs used as described in AVCHD format with this Instruction Manual The data on...eject HD image quality discs. If the power is turned off the camera following conditions, except as examples of the camera rises, the image quality may deteriorate. Devices incompatible with the following devices. - GPS-compatible: SLT-A55V GPS-incompatible: SLT-A55/A33 • Use GPS in this Instruction Manual: at ...
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... parts 14 Charging the battery pack 18 Inserting the battery pack/memory card (sold separately) 20 Attaching a lens 26 Preparing the camera 28 Using the accessories supplied 30 Checking the number of recordable images 32 Cleaning 35 Screen indicators 39 Switching the screen mode between ...) button ... 48 The functions selected by the MENU button 49 Adjusting the angle of the LCD monitor 55 Shooting an image without camera shake 56 Correct posture 56 Using the SteadyShot function 57 Using a tripod 58 Shooting with the automatic setting 59 Shooting with appropriate settings...
... parts 14 Charging the battery pack 18 Inserting the battery pack/memory card (sold separately) 20 Attaching a lens 26 Preparing the camera 28 Using the accessories supplied 30 Checking the number of recordable images 32 Cleaning 35 Screen indicators 39 Switching the screen mode between ...) button ... 48 The functions selected by the MENU button 49 Adjusting the angle of the LCD monitor 55 Shooting an image without camera shake 56 Correct posture 56 Using the SteadyShot function 57 Using a tripod 58 Shooting with the automatic setting 59 Shooting with appropriate settings...
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...images 127 Protecting images (Protect 131 Deleting images (Delete 132 Viewing images on a TV screen 134 Changing your setup GPS setting (SLT-A55V only 138 Setting image size and image quality 141 Setting the method for recording on a memory card ..... 145 Changing the noise ... computer 159 Using the software 161 Connecting the camera to the computer 165 Creating a movie disc 168 Printing images Specifying DPOF 172 Others Specifications 174 Troubleshooting 179 Warning messages 189 Precautions 192 AVCHD format 195 GPS (SLT-A55V only 196 3D-shootings 198 Index 199 12
...images 127 Protecting images (Protect 131 Deleting images (Delete 132 Viewing images on a TV screen 134 Changing your setup GPS setting (SLT-A55V only 138 Setting image size and image quality 141 Setting the method for recording on a memory card ..... 145 Changing the noise ... computer 159 Using the software 161 Connecting the camera to the computer 165 Creating a movie disc 168 Printing images Specifying DPOF 172 Others Specifications 174 Troubleshooting 179 Warning messages 189 Precautions 192 AVCHD format 195 GPS (SLT-A55V only 196 3D-shootings 198 Index 199 12
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Preparing the camera Preparing the camera Checking the accessories supplied The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces. • BC-VW1 Battery charger (1) • Power cord (mains lead) (1) (not supplied in the U.S.A. and Canada) • Eyecup (1) (Attached on the camera) • CD-ROM (Application Software for α camera) (1) • Instruction Manual (This manual) (1) • Rechargeable battery pack NPFW50 (1) • USB cable (1) • Shoulder strap (1) • Body cap (1) (Attached on the camera) 13
Preparing the camera Preparing the camera Checking the accessories supplied The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces. • BC-VW1 Battery charger (1) • Power cord (mains lead) (1) (not supplied in the U.S.A. and Canada) • Eyecup (1) (Attached on the camera) • CD-ROM (Application Software for α camera) (1) • Instruction Manual (This manual) (1) • Rechargeable battery pack NPFW50 (1) • USB cable (1) • Shoulder strap (1) • Body cap (1) (Attached on the camera) 13
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Rear side Preparing the camera A Microphone** B Auto-lock Accessory shoe (99) C MENU button (49) D Viewfinder* (39) E Eyepiece sensors (39) F Diopter-adjustment dial (29) G LCD monitor (42, 121, 127) H Light sensor (...
Rear side Preparing the camera A Microphone** B Auto-lock Accessory shoe (99) C MENU button (49) D Viewfinder* (39) E Eyepiece sensors (39) F Diopter-adjustment dial (29) G LCD monitor (42, 121, 127) H Light sensor (...
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...Commander faces forward. F Tripod receptacle • Use a tripod with the guide of the REMOTE terminal. You will be unable to firmly secure the camera to tripods having screws longer than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). B Hooks for shoulder strap (30) C HDMI terminal (134) D (USB) terminal... (165) E Microphone jack • When an external microphone is connected, the internal microphone is supplied by the camera. Sides/Bottom Preparing the camera A REMOTE terminal • When connecting the RMS1AM/RM-L1AM Remote Commander (sold separately) Be careful not to catch the cord ...
...Commander faces forward. F Tripod receptacle • Use a tripod with the guide of the REMOTE terminal. You will be unable to firmly secure the camera to tripods having screws longer than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). B Hooks for shoulder strap (30) C HDMI terminal (134) D (USB) terminal... (165) E Microphone jack • When an external microphone is connected, the internal microphone is supplied by the camera. Sides/Bottom Preparing the camera A REMOTE terminal • When connecting the RMS1AM/RM-L1AM Remote Commander (sold separately) Be careful not to catch the cord ...
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CHARGE lamp For countries/regions other than the U.S.A. and Canada CHARGE lamp Power cord (mains lead) 18 Charging the battery pack When using the camera for the first time, be sure to charge a fully depleted battery pack at a temperature of 25°C (77°F) is about 250 minutes. The "InfoLITHIUM" ...
CHARGE lamp For countries/regions other than the U.S.A. and Canada CHARGE lamp Power cord (mains lead) 18 Charging the battery pack When using the camera for the first time, be sure to charge a fully depleted battery pack at a temperature of 25°C (77°F) is about 250 minutes. The "InfoLITHIUM" ...
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... Adaptor (sold separately) in any battery pack other than the specified kind may not be performed successfully. Note • Do not use your camera abroad - Check that a battery pack other than the "InfoLITHIUM" W series battery pack in the battery charger (supplied) with your... the performance of the battery pack. • Do not charge any country or region where the power supply is the specified type. Preparing the camera Notes • The charging time differs depending on the remaining capacity of the battery back or charging conditions. • We recommend charging the battery...
... Adaptor (sold separately) in any battery pack other than the specified kind may not be performed successfully. Note • Do not use your camera abroad - Check that a battery pack other than the "InfoLITHIUM" W series battery pack in the battery charger (supplied) with your... the performance of the battery pack. • Do not charge any country or region where the power supply is the specified type. Preparing the camera Notes • The charging time differs depending on the remaining capacity of the battery back or charging conditions. • We recommend charging the battery...
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...following memory cards. - (Mark2) ("Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (Mark2)) - ("Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media) - Make sure that you may be prompted to the camera. However, proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all memory cards functions. • The "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media and "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media...will erase all data on the card. (exFAT is the file system used on SDXC memory cards.) To remove the battery pack Turn off the camera and slide the lock lever in this prompt, as the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media and the SD memory card, SDHC memory card and ...
...following memory cards. - (Mark2) ("Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (Mark2)) - ("Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media) - Make sure that you may be prompted to the camera. However, proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all memory cards functions. • The "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media and "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media...will erase all data on the card. (exFAT is the file system used on SDXC memory cards.) To remove the battery pack Turn off the camera and slide the lock lever in this prompt, as the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media and the SD memory card, SDHC memory card and ...
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Access lamp To check the remaining battery level Check the level with your camera. What is not water- The battery pack is an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack? Low You cannot shoot any more pictures. Notes on the screen. To remove ..." battery pack, the remaining battery time in a car or under certain circumstances. • Do not expose the battery pack to the operating conditions of your camera. resistant. • Do not leave the battery pack in extremely hot places, such as in percent figures is not lit, then open the cover, and...
Access lamp To check the remaining battery level Check the level with your camera. What is not water- The battery pack is an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack? Low You cannot shoot any more pictures. Notes on the screen. To remove ..." battery pack, the remaining battery time in a car or under certain circumstances. • Do not expose the battery pack to the operating conditions of your camera. resistant. • Do not leave the battery pack in extremely hot places, such as in percent figures is not lit, then open the cover, and...
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.... • The battery pack will run out quickly if you use the flash frequently, use the memory card in a pocket close to your camera immediately before storing the battery pack in direct sunlight. - If the battery operating time seems shortened considerably, a probable cause is that the battery ..., the time that the battery pack has reached the end of continuous shooting slows down. Notes on and off the power. Preparing the camera Effective use or store the memory card under the following conditions: - Battery capacity decreases little by little as you place the memory card near...
.... • The battery pack will run out quickly if you use the flash frequently, use the memory card in a pocket close to your camera immediately before storing the battery pack in direct sunlight. - If the battery operating time seems shortened considerably, a probable cause is that the battery ..., the time that the battery pack has reached the end of continuous shooting slows down. Notes on and off the power. Preparing the camera Effective use or store the memory card under the following conditions: - Battery capacity decreases little by little as you place the memory card near...
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..., put it in the case supplied with it . 24 Be sure to operate with a computer are not guaranteed to format the memory cards using the camera. • Data read/write speeds differ depending on the combination of small children. • We recommend backing up important data, such as recording or deleting...
..., put it in the case supplied with it . 24 Be sure to operate with a computer are not guaranteed to format the memory cards using the camera. • Data read/write speeds differ depending on the combination of small children. • We recommend backing up important data, such as recording or deleting...
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... parallel interface. *3 When using "Memory Stick Micro" media (sold separately) • This product is copyright protection technology that requires MagicGate functions cannot be performed with this camera are listed in the table below. MagicGate is compatible with "Memory Stick Micro" media ("M2"). Notes on the ..."Memory Stick" media used with the camera The types of Duo size. They might not be able to remove it . 25 Data recording/playback that uses encryption technology. "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media*1*2*3 "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media...
... parallel interface. *3 When using "Memory Stick Micro" media (sold separately) • This product is copyright protection technology that requires MagicGate functions cannot be performed with this camera are listed in the table below. MagicGate is compatible with "Memory Stick Micro" media ("M2"). Notes on the ..."Memory Stick" media used with the camera The types of Duo size. They might not be able to remove it . 25 Data recording/playback that uses encryption technology. "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media*1*2*3 "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media...
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... the lens by aligning the orange index marks on the lens and camera. 3 Turn the lens clockwise until it clicks into the locked position. • Be sure to put the lens on straight. Body cap Packaging lid Orange ... attaching a lens, do not press the lens release button. • Do not use force when attaching a lens. • E-mount lenses are not compatible with this camera. • When you use a lens for which a tripod socket is provided, attach the lens onto the tripod using the tripod socket provided to help balance...
... the lens by aligning the orange index marks on the lens and camera. 3 Turn the lens clockwise until it clicks into the locked position. • Be sure to put the lens on straight. Body cap Packaging lid Orange ... attaching a lens, do not press the lens release button. • Do not use force when attaching a lens. • E-mount lenses are not compatible with this camera. • When you use a lens for which a tripod socket is provided, attach the lens onto the tripod using the tripod socket provided to help balance...
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...attaching it stops. 2 Replace the packaging lid on the lens and attach the body cap to the camera, purchase the Rear Lens Cap ALC-R55. Lens release button Note on changing the lens When changing... sensor Clean the image sensor using [Cleaning Mode] in and turn the lens counterclockwise until it to the camera. • Before you attach them, remove dust from them. • A rear lens cap is equipped...Setup menu 27 However, quickly change the lens away from landing on the image sensor. Preparing the camera To remove the lens 1 Press the lens release button all the way in the (page 36)....
...attaching it stops. 2 Replace the packaging lid on the lens and attach the body cap to the camera, purchase the Rear Lens Cap ALC-R55. Lens release button Note on changing the lens When changing... sensor Clean the image sensor using [Cleaning Mode] in and turn the lens counterclockwise until it to the camera. • Before you attach them, remove dust from them. • A rear lens cap is equipped...Setup menu 27 However, quickly change the lens away from landing on the image sensor. Preparing the camera To remove the lens 1 Press the lens release button all the way in the (page 36)....
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... for setting date and time appears. • To turn the camera off, set it to OFF. 2 Verify that [Enter] is selected on the LCD monitor, then press the center of the control button. 3 Select your area ... b/B and set the numeric value with v/V. [Daylight Svg.:]: Turns on or off the daylight saving time setting. [Date Format:]: Selects the format to turn the camera on. The screen used for the first time, the date/time setup screen appears. 1 Set the power switch to ON to display date. • Midnight...
... for setting date and time appears. • To turn the camera off, set it to OFF. 2 Verify that [Enter] is selected on the LCD monitor, then press the center of the control button. 3 Select your area ... b/B and set the numeric value with v/V. [Daylight Svg.:]: Turns on or off the daylight saving time setting. [Date Format:]: Selects the format to turn the camera on. The screen used for the first time, the date/time setup screen appears. 1 Set the power switch to ON to display date. • Midnight...
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...not. This allows you to set the local area when you to your eyesight until the display appears clearly in the viewfinder. • Training the camera on for maintaining the date and time and other items, then press the center of the control button. MENU button t 1 t [Area Setting...] Maintaining the date and time setting This camera has an internal rechargeable battery for the first time, the date/time setup screen appears automatically. Adjusting the focus of the finder (diopter adjustment) ...
...not. This allows you to set the local area when you to your eyesight until the display appears clearly in the viewfinder. • Training the camera on for maintaining the date and time and other items, then press the center of the control button. MENU button t 1 t [Area Setting...] Maintaining the date and time setting This camera has an internal rechargeable battery for the first time, the date/time setup screen appears automatically. Adjusting the focus of the finder (diopter adjustment) ...
