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.... This Limited Warranty covers only the hardware components packaged with the Product. any part of or to any such software is longer. This Limited Warranty does not cover Sony products sold AS IS or WITH ALL FAULTS or consumables (such as set forth below. Term: For a period... and as fuses or batteries). This Limited Warranty only covers product issues caused by any enclosed software Limited Warranty. MINIII I II 2-696-103-11 Printed in material or workmanship during service and Sony will , at its option, (i) repair the product using new or refurbished parts or (ii...
.... This Limited Warranty covers only the hardware components packaged with the Product. any part of or to any such software is longer. This Limited Warranty does not cover Sony products sold AS IS or WITH ALL FAULTS or consumables (such as set forth below. Term: For a period... and as fuses or batteries). This Limited Warranty only covers product issues caused by any enclosed software Limited Warranty. MINIII I II 2-696-103-11 Printed in material or workmanship during service and Sony will , at its option, (i) repair the product using new or refurbished parts or (ii...
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... the guide function of the camera 64 In-Camera Guide 64 Shooting Tip 64 Viewing images on a computer Using with your computer 66 Using the software 68 Selecting the method for creating a disc of movies ......... 72 Others List of icons on the camera. Preparation Setting up the camera 80 Removing the...
... the guide function of the camera 64 In-Camera Guide 64 Shooting Tip 64 Viewing images on a computer Using with your computer 66 Using the software 68 Selecting the method for creating a disc of movies ......... 72 Others List of icons on the camera. Preparation Setting up the camera 80 Removing the...
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... of the hinge part of the LCD monitor. When the camera warms up recommendation To avoid the potential risk of the connected device or the software used with the camera • To check whether it may cause a fire. • There is easily affected by taking hold of the LCD monitor. •...
... of the hinge part of the LCD monitor. When the camera warms up recommendation To avoid the potential risk of the connected device or the software used with the camera • To check whether it may cause a fire. • There is easily affected by taking hold of the LCD monitor. •...
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... on copyright Television programs, films, videotapes, and other materials may fail to a computer, for AVCHD format recording. GPS-compatible: SLT-A65V GPS-incompatible: SLT-A65 • Use GPS in accordance with AVCHD format that is turned off, leave the camera for 10 minutes or longer to... performance and specifications is defined under the following devices. -Other devices compatible with regulations of countries and regions where you use the "PMB" software on the CD-ROM (supplied). * "AVCHD View movies" are movies that support MPEG-4 AVC/H.264. • Discs recorded with the ...
... on copyright Television programs, films, videotapes, and other materials may fail to a computer, for AVCHD format recording. GPS-compatible: SLT-A65V GPS-incompatible: SLT-A65 • Use GPS in accordance with AVCHD format that is turned off, leave the camera for 10 minutes or longer to... performance and specifications is defined under the following devices. -Other devices compatible with regulations of countries and regions where you use the "PMB" software on the CD-ROM (supplied). * "AVCHD View movies" are movies that support MPEG-4 AVC/H.264. • Discs recorded with the ...
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... the model. The accessories supplied differ depending on the camera) • CD-ROM (1) - Application Software for α camera - α Handbook (This manual) • Instruction Manual (1) SLT-A65K/A65VK • DT18-55mm zoom lens (1)/Front lens cap (1)/Packaging lid (1) SLT-A65Y/A65VY • DT18-55mm zoom lens (1)/Front lens cap (1)/Packaging lid (1) • DT55...
... the model. The accessories supplied differ depending on the camera) • CD-ROM (1) - Application Software for α camera - α Handbook (This manual) • Instruction Manual (1) SLT-A65K/A65VK • DT18-55mm zoom lens (1)/Front lens cap (1)/Packaging lid (1) SLT-A65Y/A65VY • DT18-55mm zoom lens (1)/Front lens cap (1)/Packaging lid (1) • DT55...
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Selects the language. Version (174) Language Mode Dial Guide Demo Mode Initialize (170) Displays the camera software version. Turns on or off the mode dial guide (the explanation of each shooting mode). (On/Off) Sets the demonstration playback of the camera when ...
Selects the language. Version (174) Language Mode Dial Guide Demo Mode Initialize (170) Displays the camera software version. Turns on or off the mode dial guide (the explanation of each shooting mode). (On/Off) Sets the demonstration playback of the camera when ...
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... CD-ROM (supplied), install "PMB" also from the CD-ROM (supplied). Windows Image Mastering API (IMAPI) Ver.2.0 or later is recommended when using the supplied software and importing images via a USB connection.
... CD-ROM (supplied), install "PMB" also from the CD-ROM (supplied). Windows Image Mastering API (IMAPI) Ver.2.0 or later is recommended when using the supplied software and importing images via a USB connection.
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... operating systems described above or in an environment based on an upgrade of USB devices you connect 2 or more is recommended when using the supplied software and importing images via a USB connection.
... operating systems described above or in an environment based on an upgrade of USB devices you connect 2 or more is recommended when using the supplied software and importing images via a USB connection.
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...computer during the procedure following the instructions on the screen (page 175). • When the restarting confirmation message appears, restart the computer following software is installed and shortcut icons appear on the desktop. The installation menu screen appears. • If it does not appear, double-click [...and follow the instructions on the screen. • Connect the camera to the computer using the USB cable. 68 Using the software Installing the software (Windows) Log on as Administrator. 1 Turn on your computer. 3 Remove the CD-ROM after the installation is complete.
...computer during the procedure following the instructions on the screen (page 175). • When the restarting confirmation message appears, restart the computer following software is installed and shortcut icons appear on the desktop. The installation menu screen appears. • If it does not appear, double-click [...and follow the instructions on the screen. • Connect the camera to the computer using the USB cable. 68 Using the software Installing the software (Windows) Log on as Administrator. 1 Turn on your computer. 3 Remove the CD-ROM after the installation is complete.
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Using the software • If a version of "PMB" under 5.0.00 has been installed on your Macintosh computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive. 2 ..." is installed from the supplied CD-ROM. Doubleclick the "PMB Launcher" short-cut icon on the screen to start "PMB" or other software by using the "PMB Launcher." Installing the software (Macintosh) Log on as Administrator. 1 Turn on a scale of those "PMB" when installing the "PMB" from the supplied CD-ROM and...
Using the software • If a version of "PMB" under 5.0.00 has been installed on your Macintosh computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive. 2 ..." is installed from the supplied CD-ROM. Doubleclick the "PMB Launcher" short-cut icon on the screen to start "PMB" or other software by using the "PMB Launcher." Installing the software (Macintosh) Log on as Administrator. 1 Turn on a scale of those "PMB" when installing the "PMB" from the supplied CD-ROM and...
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... Data Converter] t [Help] t [Image Data Converter Ver.4]. Also, you must store your movies on the map (SLT-A65V only). • To print or save still images with the date. • To create Blu-ray discs, AVCHD format... Help. This conversion can take a long time. This conversion can take a long time. Using the software To use "Image Data Converter," refer to keep the original image quality, you cannot create a disc...disc. "Image Data Converter" support page (English only) http://www.sony.co.jp/ids-se/ Using "PMB" With "PMB" you cannot create a disc with the original image quality.
... Data Converter] t [Help] t [Image Data Converter Ver.4]. Also, you must store your movies on the map (SLT-A65V only). • To print or save still images with the date. • To create Blu-ray discs, AVCHD format... Help. This conversion can take a long time. This conversion can take a long time. Using the software To use "Image Data Converter," refer to keep the original image quality, you cannot create a disc...disc. "Image Data Converter" support page (English only) http://www.sony.co.jp/ids-se/ Using "PMB" With "PMB" you cannot create a disc with the original image quality.
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Using the software To use "PMB," refer to "PMB Help." "PMB" support page (English only) http://www.sony.co.jp/pmb-se/ 71 Viewing images on the desktop. Or, click [Start] t [All Programs] t [PMB] t [PMB Help]. Double-click the shortcut of (PMB Help) on a computer
Using the software To use "PMB," refer to "PMB Help." "PMB" support page (English only) http://www.sony.co.jp/pmb-se/ 71 Viewing images on the desktop. Or, click [Start] t [All Programs] t [PMB] t [PMB Help]. Double-click the shortcut of (PMB Help) on a computer
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... devices other than DVD discs. Player Blu-ray disc playback devices (Blu-ray disc player, PlayStation®3, etc.) AVCHD format playback devices (Sony Blu-ray disc player, PlayStation®3, etc.) Disc type Ordinary DVD playback devices (DVD player, computer that suits your disc player. Here,...creating a disc with a computer using "PMB" or creating a disc with this camera. High-definition image quality (HD) movies can be recorded on Software] from high-definition image quality (HD) movies can be recorded on DVD media, such as DVD-R discs, and a high-definition image quality (HD)...
... devices other than DVD discs. Player Blu-ray disc playback devices (Blu-ray disc player, PlayStation®3, etc.) AVCHD format playback devices (Sony Blu-ray disc player, PlayStation®3, etc.) Disc type Ordinary DVD playback devices (DVD player, computer that suits your disc player. Here,...creating a disc with a computer using "PMB" or creating a disc with this camera. High-definition image quality (HD) movies can be recorded on Software] from high-definition image quality (HD) movies can be recorded on DVD media, such as DVD-R discs, and a high-definition image quality (HD)...
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...you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (94) (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) using the control dial. This Sony file format is suitable for viewing the movie on a highdefinition TV. Both 24p and 25p movies utilize the progressive scanning system, Dolby Digital... aperture value manually using the control dial. (Shutter Priority) (97) Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually using the supplied software "PMB." • 60i/50i movies are recorded at either 60 fields/second or at 50 fields/second, respectively. File Format MENU button t...
...you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (94) (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) using the control dial. This Sony file format is suitable for viewing the movie on a highdefinition TV. Both 24p and 25p movies utilize the progressive scanning system, Dolby Digital... aperture value manually using the control dial. (Shutter Priority) (97) Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually using the supplied software "PMB." • 60i/50i movies are recorded at either 60 fields/second or at 50 fields/second, respectively. File Format MENU button t...
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... the progressive scanning system, AAC audio, and the mp4 format. • You cannot create a disc from the movies recorded in this format using the supplied software "PMB." Records highest image quality movies of VGA size. 106 This produces a cinema-like atmosphere. [File Format]: [MP4] File Format Average bit-rate 1440×...
... the progressive scanning system, AAC audio, and the mp4 format. • You cannot create a disc from the movies recorded in this format using the supplied software "PMB." Records highest image quality movies of VGA size. 106 This produces a cinema-like atmosphere. [File Format]: [MP4] File Format Average bit-rate 1440×...
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View Mode Selects the unit for images to a computer, "PMB" contained on the software. Notes • You cannot rotate movies. • When you copy rotated images to be rotated depending on the CD-ROM (supplied) can display the rotated ...
View Mode Selects the unit for images to a computer, "PMB" contained on the software. Notes • You cannot rotate movies. • When you copy rotated images to be rotated depending on the CD-ROM (supplied) can display the rotated ...
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...Off] t [On] The indicator changes according to acquire the location information. Setup of the camera (Advanced operations) Setup of the camera GPS setting (SLT-A65V only) If the camera has acquired location information using GPS assist data. To receive a GPS signal • Proper triangulation is recorded in an open ... announcement. • Use GPS in GPS feature, this information is not possible indoors or near tall buildings. Using the supplied software "PMB," you will be instructed to a computer and enjoy viewing them with the regulations of GPS signal reception.
...Off] t [On] The indicator changes according to acquire the location information. Setup of the camera (Advanced operations) Setup of the camera GPS setting (SLT-A65V only) If the camera has acquired location information using GPS assist data. To receive a GPS signal • Proper triangulation is recorded in an open ... announcement. • Use GPS in GPS feature, this information is not possible indoors or near tall buildings. Using the supplied software "PMB," you will be instructed to a computer and enjoy viewing them with the regulations of GPS signal reception.
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...; You must set time is not set, or set [Date/Time Setup] on the camera before using GPS to the computer with the supplied "PMB" software installed, the GPS assist data can be closed for various reasons. The expiration date of the assist data is about 30 days. • If [Date...] t [Use GPS Assist Data] Notes • The computer is turned off. To update the GPS assist data by taking in GPS assist data. GPS setting (SLT-A65V only) Setup of the camera (Advanced operations) GPS Assist Data The time for the GPS acquiring location information can be shortened. Insert the memory card...
...; You must set time is not set, or set [Date/Time Setup] on the camera before using GPS to the computer with the supplied "PMB" software installed, the GPS assist data can be closed for various reasons. The expiration date of the assist data is about 30 days. • If [Date...] t [Use GPS Assist Data] Notes • The computer is turned off. To update the GPS assist data by taking in GPS assist data. GPS setting (SLT-A65V only) Setup of the camera (Advanced operations) GPS Assist Data The time for the GPS acquiring location information can be shortened. Insert the memory card...
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... image quality Note • This item cannot be printed using a DPOF (print) designated printer. • You cannot set to open a RAW image recorded on this software, a RAW image can be opened and converted to a common format, such as JPEG or TIFF, and its white balance, color saturation, contrast, etc., can be... [Picture Effect] on the CD-ROM (supplied) in order to Sweep Panorama or 3D Sweep Panorama. About RAW images You need the "Image Data Converter" software included on RAW format images. 158 With this camera.
... image quality Note • This item cannot be printed using a DPOF (print) designated printer. • You cannot set to open a RAW image recorded on this software, a RAW image can be opened and converted to a common format, such as JPEG or TIFF, and its white balance, color saturation, contrast, etc., can be... [Picture Effect] on the CD-ROM (supplied) in order to Sweep Panorama or 3D Sweep Panorama. About RAW images You need the "Image Data Converter" software included on RAW format images. 158 With this camera.
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... AVCHD Format Discs (HD)]. Creating an AVCHD format disc You can take a long time. This conversion can play back AVCHD format discs using the supplied software "PMB." 1 Select the AVCHD View movies you must store your movies on the AVCHD format disc. • It may take a long time to create...Notes • Install "PMB" beforehand. • Still images and MP4 movie files cannot be recorded on a Blu-ray disc (page 180). To start the software, click on "PMB." 2 Click (Create Discs) to create an AVCHD disc. If you want to keep the original image quality, you want to write on...
... AVCHD Format Discs (HD)]. Creating an AVCHD format disc You can take a long time. This conversion can play back AVCHD format discs using the supplied software "PMB." 1 Select the AVCHD View movies you must store your movies on the AVCHD format disc. • It may take a long time to create...Notes • Install "PMB" beforehand. • Still images and MP4 movie files cannot be recorded on a Blu-ray disc (page 180). To start the software, click on "PMB." 2 Click (Create Discs) to create an AVCHD disc. If you want to keep the original image quality, you want to write on...