Sony DEV-3 User Manual [en, es, fr]

4-410-132-11(1)
GB/FR/FRCA/ES/ESUS
Digital Recording Binoculars/Jumelles à enregistrement numérique
Operating Guide GB
Mode d’emploi FR
Mode d’emploi FRCA
Manual de instrucciones
Guía de operaciones ESUS
2011 Sony Corporation
Printed in Japan
DEV-3/5/5K
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No. DEV­Serial No. Model No. AC­Serial No.
WARNING
To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
CAUTION
Battery pack
If the battery pack is mishandled, the battery pack can burst, cause a fire or even chemical burns. Observe the following cautions.
Do not disassemble.
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Do not crush and do not expose the battery pack to any shock or force such as hammering, dropping or stepping on it.
Do not short circuit and do not allow metal objects to come into contact with the battery terminals.
Do not expose to high temperature above 60°C (140°F) such as in direct sunlight or in a car parked in the sun.
Do not incinerate or dispose of in fire.
Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries.
Be sure to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that can charge the battery pack.
Keep the battery pack out of the reach of small children.
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Keep the battery pack dry.
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Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by Sony.
Dispose of used battery packs promptly as described in the instructions.
Replace the battery with the specified type only. Otherwise, fire or injury may result.
AC Adaptor
Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture.
Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately if any malfunction occurs while using this product.
Even if this product is turned off, AC power source (mains) is still supplied to it while connected to the wall outlet (wall socket) via the AC Adaptor.
Note on the power cord (mains lead)
The power cord (mains lead) is designed specifically for use with this product only, and should not be used with other electrical equipment.
Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.
For customers in the USA
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus
has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
If the shape of the plug does not fit the power outlet, use an attachment plug adaptor of the proper configuration for the power outlet.
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Representative plug of power supply cord of countries/regions around the world.
A Type
(American
Type)
B Type
(British Type)
BF Type
(British Type)
B3 Type
(British Type)
C Type
(CEE Type)
SE Type
(CEE Type)
O Type
(Ocean Type)
The representative supply voltage and plug type are described in this chart. Depend on an area, Different type of plug and supply voltage are used. Attention: Power cord meeting demands from each country shall be used.
For only the United States
Use a UL Listed, 1.5-3 m (5-10 ft.), Type SPT-2 or NISPT-2, AWG no. 18 power supply
cord, rated for 125 V 7 A, with a NEMA 1-15P plug rated for 125 V 15 A.”
Europe
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type
Austria 230 50 C Belgium 230 50 C Czech 220 50 C Denmark 230 50 C Finland 230 50 C France 230 50 C Germany 230 50 C Greece 220 50 C Hungary 220 50 C Iceland 230 50 C Ireland 230 50 C/BF Italy 220 50 C Luxemburg 230 50 C Netherlands 230 50 C Norway 230 50 C Poland 220 50 C Portugal 230 50 C Romania 220 50 C Russia 220 50 C Slovak 220 50 C
Spain 127/230 50 C Sweden 230 50 C Switzerland 230 50 C UK 240 50 BF
Asia
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type
China 220 50 A Hong Kong 200/220 50 BF India 230/240 50 C Indonesia 127/230 50 C Japan 100 50/60 A Korea (rep) 220 60 C Malaysia 240 50 BF Philippines 220/230 60 A/C Singapore 230 50 BF Taiwan 110 60 A Thailand 220 50 C/BF
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Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type
Vietnam 220 50 A/C
Oceania
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type
Australia 240 50 O New Zealand 230/240 50 O
North America
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type
Canada 120 60 A USA 120 60 A
Central America
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type
Bahamas 120/240 60 A Costa Rica 110 60 A Cuba 110/220 60 A/C Dominican (rep) 110 60 A El Salvador 110 60 A Guatemala 120 60 A Honduras 110 60 A Jamaica 110 50 A Mexico 120/127 60 A Nicaragua 120/240 60 A Panama 110/220 60 A
South America
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type
Argentina 220 50 C/BF/O Brazil 127/220 60 A/C Chile 220 50 C Colombia 120 60 A Peru 220 60 A/C Venezuela 120 60 A
Middle East
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type
Iran 220 50 C/BF Iraq 220 50 C/BF Israel 230 50 C Saudi Arabia 127/220 50 A/C/BF Turkey 220 50 C UAE 240 50 C/BF
Africa
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type
Algeria 127/220 50 C Congo (dem) 220 50 C Egypt 220 50 C Ethiopia 220 50 C Kenya 240 50 C/BF Nigeria 230 50 C/BF South Africa 220/230 50 C/BF Tanzania 230 50 C/BF Tunisia 220 50 C
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Read this first

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.
For customers in the U.S.A. and CANADA
RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES
Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable. You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you.
For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-822- 8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/ Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium­Ion batteries.
Battery pack
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
For the customers in the U.S.A.
UL is an internationally recognized safety organization. The UL Mark on the product means it has been UL Listed.
If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800­222-SONY (7669). The number below is for the FCC related matters only.
Regulatory Information
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DEV-3, DEV-5, DEV-5K Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
Note
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.
The supplied interface cable must be used with the equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.
For the customers in Canada (For DEV-5)
This device complies with RSS-310 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference.
Notice for customers in the United Kingdom
A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience.
Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced, a fuse of the same rating as the supplied one and approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362, (i.e., marked with an
mark) must be used. If the plug supplied
with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after
or
you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station.
FOR CUSTOMERS IN EUROPE
Hereby, Sony Corporation, declares that this DEV-5/5K Digital Recording Binoculars is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Directive 1999/5/EC. For details, please access the following URL: http://www.compliance.sony.de/
Notice for the customers in the countries applying EU Directives
The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents.
ATTENTION
The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound of this unit.
This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet).
Notice
If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart the application or disconnect and connect the communication cable (USB, etc.) again.
Disposal of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment for business use (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) (DEV-5K)
This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable take-back scheme for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Sony office or visit Sony Europe’s web site for business customers: http://www.pro.sony.eu/environment
Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) (DEV-3/5)
This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources.
For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)
This symbol on the battery or on the packaging indicates that the battery provided with this product shall not be treated as household waste. On certain batteries this symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. The chemical symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead (Pb) are added if the battery contains more than 0.0005% mercury or
0.004% lead. By ensuring these batteries are disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of the battery. The recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources. In case of products that for safety, performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified service staff only. To ensure that the battery will be treated properly, hand over the product at end-of­life to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. For all other batteries, please view the section on how to remove the battery from the product safely. Hand the battery over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of waste batteries. For more detailed information about recycling of this product or battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your
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household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
Using this product
Do not hold this product by the following parts,
and also do not hold this product by the jack covers.
Viewfinder
Do not put this product with the viewfinder facing down.
This product is not dustproofed, dripproofed or waterproofed. See “Precautions” (p. 46).
Menu items, viewfinder, and lens
A menu item that is grayed out is not available under the current recording or playback conditions.
The viewfinder is manufactured using extremely high-precision technology, so over
99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue, or green in color) that appear constantly in the viewfinder. These points are normal results of the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way.
Exposing the viewfinder or the lens to direct
sunlight for long periods of time may cause malfunctions.
Do not aim at the sun. Doing so might cause this product to malfunction. Take images of the sun only in low light conditions, such as at dusk.
About language setting
The on-screen displays in each local language are used for illustrating the operating procedures. Change the screen language before
sing t
his product if necessary (p. 24).
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On recording
To ensure stable operation of the memory card, it is recommended to format the memory card with this product before the first use. formatting the memory card will erase all the data stored on it and the data will be irrecoverable. Save your important data on your PC etc.
Before starting to record, test the recording function to make sure the image and sound are recorded without any problems.
Compensation for the contents of recordings cannot be provided, even if recording or playback is not possible due to a malfunction of this product, memory card, etc.
TV color systems differ depending on the country/region. To view your recordings on a TV, set [60i/50i Sel] to the setting required in
untry/region before recording (p. 22).
our co
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Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the copyright laws.
Because of the way that the image device (CMOS sensor) reads out image signals, the following phenomena may occur.
The subjects passing by the frame rapidly might appear crooked depending on the recording conditions. (This phenomenon may be notable in displays having high motion resolution.)
Horizontal lines appear on the screen during recording under fluorescent lights. The phenomena can be reduced by adjusting the shutter speed.
Images on the screen look horizontally
divided when a subject is lighted with a flash. The phenomena can be reduced by using a slower shutter speed.
Use this product in accordance with local regulations.
See page 24 for the memory card you can use with this product.
Notes on playing back
You may not be able to play back normally
images recorded on this product with other devices. Also, you may not be able to play back images recorded on other devices with this product.
DVD media recorded with high definition image quality
DVD media recorded with high definition
image quality can be played back with devices that are compatible with the AVCHD standard. You cannot play discs recorded with high definition image quality with DVD players/ recorders as they are not compatible with the AVCHD format. If you insert a disc recorded with the AVCHD format (high definition image quality) into a DVD player/recorder, you may not be able to eject the disc.
Save all your recorded image data
To prevent your image data from being lost, save all your recorded images on external media periodically.
The type of discs or media on which the images can be saved depend on the [
REC Mode] selected when the images were recorded. Movies recorded with [60p Quality Quality
]) or [Highest Quality ] can be
] ([50p
saved on external media devices or on Blu-ray discs.
Notes on battery pack/AC Adaptor
Be sure to remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor after turning off this product.
Disconnect the AC Adaptor from this product, holding both this product and the DC plug.
Note on the binoculars/battery pack temperature
When the temperature of this product or
battery pack becomes extremely high or extremely low, you may not be able to record or play back on this product, due to the protection features of this product being activated in such situations. In this case, an indicator appears on the screen.
When this product is connected to a computer or accessories
Do not try to format the memory card of this
product using a computer. If you do so, this product may not operate correctly.
When connecting this product to another device with communication cables, be sure to insert the connector plug in the correct way. Pushing the plug forcibly into the terminal will damage the terminal and may result in a malfunction of this product.
If you cannot record/play back images, perform [Format]
If you repeat recording/deleting images for
a long time, fragmentation of data occurs on the memory card. Images cannot be saved or recorded. In such a case, save your images on some type of external media first, and then perform [Format] by selecting [Setup] [ [Format]
( Media Settings)]
.
(MENU)
Notes on optional accessories
We recommend using genuine Sony accessories.
Genuine Sony accessories may not be available
in some countries/regions.
About this manual, illustrations and on-screen displays
The example images used in this manual for
illustration purposes are captured using a digital still camera, and therefore may appear different from images and screen indicators that actually appear on this product. And, the illustrations of this product and its screen indication are exaggerated or simplified for understandability.
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In this manual, the DVD disc recorded with
high definition image quality is called AVCHD recording disc.
Design and specifications of this product and accessories are subject to change without notice.

Viewing 3D video images

Some people may experience discomfort (such as eye strain, fatigue, or nausea) while watching 3D video images. Sony recommends that all viewers take regular breaks while watching 3D video images. The length and frequency of necessary breaks will vary from person to person. You must decide what works best. If you experience any discomfort, you should stop watching the 3D video images until the discomfort ends; consult a doctor if you believe necessary. You should also review the instruction manual of any other device or media used with this product. The vision of young children (especially those under six years old) is still under development. Consult your doctor (such as a pediatrician or eye doctor) before allowing young children to watch 3D video images. Adults should supervise young children to ensure they follow the recommendations listed above.

Notes on use

Be careful of your surroundings when using this product. Especially, do not use this product while walking. Doing so may cause accidents or injury.
Do not do any of the following. Otherwise, the memory card may be damaged, recorded images may be impossible to play back or may be lost, or other malfunctions could occur.
ejecting the memory card when the access
p (p. 25) is lit or flashing
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l
removing the battery pack or AC Adaptor
from this product, or applying mechanical shock or vibration to this product when the
(Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (p. 28) or the
access lamp (p. 25) are lit or flashing
When using the neck strap, do not carry this product on your back. Doing so may cause injury. And do not allow this product to knock against another object.

About manuals for this product

Two manuals have been prepared for this product, the “Operating Guide” and the “Digital Recording Binoculars Handbook (PDF).” The “Operating Guide” introduces basic operations and the “Digital Recording Binoculars Handbook (PDF)” explains details of functions.
Operating Guide
This manual introduces the basic operations of this product, such as recording and playback.
Digital Recording Binoculars Handbook (PDF)
This manual explains various operations, such as how to use the setting menu and how to save images on other devices.
How to read Digital Recording Binoculars Handbook (PDF)
Install the “Digital Recording Binoculars Handbook” on your computer from the supplied CD-ROM.
For a Windows computer When the installation screen appears, click [Handbook] the desired language and the model name [Install], and follow the on-screen instructions to install the Handbook. The short-cut icon is created on the computer screen.
For a Mac
Open the [Handbook] - [GB] folder on the CD-ROM, then copy [Handbook.pdf] to your computer.
You need Adobe Reader to read the “Digital Recording Binoculars Handbook.” If it is not installed on your computer, you can download it from the Adobe Systems web page. http://www.adobe.com/
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Table of contents

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . .. . 4
Read this first . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . .. . . . . . .. . . 7
Viewing 3D video images . .. . . . . . .. . . .12
Notes on use . . . .. . . . . . .. . . .. . .. . . .. . . . . . 12
About manuals for this product . . . . . 12
Getting started
Step 1: Checking the supplied items . . . . . 15
Attaching the supplied items . . . . . .. . 16
Step 2: Charging the battery pack . . . . .. . .17
Charging the battery pack installed
into this product . . . . .. . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . 17
Charging the battery pack using the
AC Adaptor/Charger (DEV-5K) . . . . . .. 19
Step 3: Turning the power on, and setting
up this product . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . .. . . . . . .. . .21
Changing the language setting . . .. . 24
Watching the recorded movies
on a TV . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . .. . .. . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . 24
Step 4: Inserting a memory card . . . . . . .. . . 24
Binoculars/Recording/ Playback
Using this product as binoculars . . .. . . . . . 26
Recording . . . .. . .. . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . .. 28
Recording movies .. . .. . . .. . .. . . .. . . . . . .28
Shooting photos. .. . .. . . . . . .. . . .. . . . . . .. 29
Controlling the image settings
manually with the MANUAL dial . . .. 30
Acquiring location information
using the GPS (DEV-5/5K) . . . .. . .. . . . . . 31
Selecting the recording mode . . . . . . .31
Playback on this product . . .. . . . . . .. . . .. . . . . 32
Saving movies and photos
Preparing a computer . . .. . . . . . .. . . .. . .. . . .. 34
Step 1 Checking the computer
system . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . .. . .. . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . 34
Step 2
Installing the supplied
software “PMB”. . . . .. . . . . . .. . . .. . . . . . .. . .34
Starting PMB
(Picture Motion Browser) . . . .. . .. . . . . . .. . . .. 37
Customizing this product
Using menus . . .. . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . .. . .. . . .. . .38
Operating menus . .. . .. . . .. . .. . . .. . . . . . .38
Menu lists. .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . .. . . . . . .. . . . 39
Additional information
Troubleshooting . . . .. . . . . . .. . . .. . .. . . .. . .42
Self-diagnosis display/Warning
indicators . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . .. . .43
Recording time of movies/number of
recordable photos . .. . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . .. . .44
Expected operating time with each
battery pack . . . . .. . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . 44
Expected recording time of
movies . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . 45
Expected number of recordable
photos .. . .. . . . . . .. . . .. . .. . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .45
Precautions . . .. . .. . . . . . .. . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . 46
Specifications . . . .. . . .. . .. . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . .48
Quick reference
Screen indicators . . .. . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . .. . .51
Parts and controls. . .. . .. . . . . . .. . . .. . .. . . .. . . . 52
Index . . . .. . . . . . .. . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . .. . .54
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Getting started

Step 1: Checking the supplied items

When opening the box for the first time, make sure that all of the supplied items listed below are included. The numbers in ( ) are the supplied quantity.
Items DEV-3 DEV-5 DEV-5K
Digital Recording Binoculars (1)
Carrying case (1)
Neck strap (1)
Getting started
Lens cover (1)
Finder cap (1)
Large eyecup (2)
AC Adaptor/Battery charger (AC-VQV10) (1)
Connecting cord (DK-225) (1)
AC Adaptor (AC-L200) (1)
Power cord (Mains lead) (1)
Rechargeable battery pack (1)
A/V connecting cable (1)
Component A/V cable (1)
USB cable (1)
USB Adaptor Cable (1)
NP-FV70 NP-FV70 NP-FV100
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Items DEV-3 DEV-5 DEV-5K
CD-ROM Video Camera Application Software (1)
“PMB” (software, including “PMB Help”)
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Digital Recording Binoculars Handbook (PDF)
“Operating Guide” (This manual) (1)
Attaching the supplied items
Attaching the neck strap
To avoid dropping this product, attach the neck strap to the binoculars following the steps below. Insert one end of the neck strap into the strap mount on the binoculars. Then, fasten the neck strap, placing the end of the neck strap into the clasp.
Attaching the lens cover (DEV-5/5K)
When you do not intend to use this product, store this product with the lens cover attached.
You can use this product with the lens cover attached.
Attaching the large eyecup (DEV-5/5K)
If you cannot see the picture in the viewfinder clearly under bright light, use the large eyecup. Align the large eyecup with the eyecup groove in the viewfinder.
Attaching the finder cap (DEV-5/5K)
When you do not intend to use this product, store this product with the finder cap attached.
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Step 2: Charging the battery pack

You can attach the finder cap to the neck strap as illustrated when it is not being used.
You can charge the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (V series).
Notes
You cannot use any “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack other than NP-FV70/FV100 to this product.
Charging the battery pack installed into this product
Set the POWER switch to OFF
(CHG) b
y pressing the green
button.
Turn the battery cover lock to
OPEN and open the battery cover.
Getting started
Align the battery with the groove
in the battery compartment (), and slide the battery until it clicks ().
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Align the battery with the groove.
Close the battery cover and turn
the battery cover lock to LOCK.
DEV-3/5:
Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to this product and the wall outlet (wall socket).
CHG (charge) lamp
DEV-5K:
Connect the power cord and the
connecting cord (DK-225) to the
AC Adaptor/Charger.
Set the mode switch on the AC Adaptor/
Charger to VCR/CAMERA.
CHG (charge) lamp
DC IN jack
To the wall outlet (wall socket)
Power cord (mains lead)
Mode
switch
DC OUT jack
DC plug
DC IN jack
To the wall outlet (wall socket)
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Power cord (mains lead)
AC Adaptor
DC plug
Connecting cord (DK-225)
The CHG (charge) lamp lights up and
charging starts. The CHG (charge)
lamp turns off when the battery pack is
fully charged.
When the battery is charged,
disconnect the AC Adaptor from
the DC IN jack of this product.
Charging the battery pack using the AC Adaptor/Charger (DEV-5K)
The AC Adaptor/Charger can charge the battery pack faster than charging it with this product.
Power cord (mains lead)
To the wall outlet
(wall socket)
If you continue to charge the battery after normal charging is complete until the battery mark shows “FULL,” the battery pack can be used slightly longer than when in the normal charged state.
Charging time
Approximate time (min.) required when you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack.
Charging with this product
Battery pack Charging time
NP-FV70 195 NP-FV100 390
Getting started
CHARGE lamp
Mode switch
Set the mode switch on the AC
Adaptor/Charger to CHARGE.
Connect the power cord (mains
lead) to the AC Adaptor/Charger.
Connect the power cord (mains
lead) to a wall outlet (wall socket).
Attach the battery pack to the AC
Adaptor/Charger by sliding it in the direction of the arrow.
The CHARGE lamp lights up and charging starts. When charging is complete, the battery mark is displayed (
).
Charging with AC Adaptor/Charger (supplied with DEV-5K)
Battery pack
NP-FV70 70 130 NP-FV100 125 185
The charging times shown in the table above
are measured when charging this product at a temperature of 25 recommended that you charge the battery in a temperature range of 10 to 86 °F).
Tips
See page 44 on recording and playing time.
When this product is on, you can check the approximate amount of remaining battery power (expected recording and playing time) with the remaining battery indicator at the upper right on the screen.
Charging
time
(NORMAL)
C (77 °F). It is
Charging
time
(FULL)
C to 30 C (50 °F
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To use a wall outlet (wall socket) as a power source
Make the same connections as “Step 2: Charging the battery pack” (p. 17). Even
e battery pack is installed, the battery
if th pack is not discharged.
To remove the battery pack
Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG). Open the battery cover (p. 17).
he battery release lever and
Slide t
ove the battery.
rem
Battery release lever
Charging the battery pack abroad
You can charge the battery pack in any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor (supplied with DEV-3/5) or the AC Adaptor/ Charger (supplied with DEV-5K) within the
V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz range.
C 100
A
Notes
Do not use an electronic voltage transformer.
The CHG (charge) lamp flashes during charging
under the following conditions:
The battery pack is not installed correctly.
The battery pack is damaged.
The temperature of the battery pack is low. Remove the battery pack from this product and put it in a warm place.
The temperature of the battery pack is high. Remove the battery pack from this product and put it in a cool place.
Notes on the AC Adaptor
Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately if any malfunction occurs while using this product.
Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture.
Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic objects. This may cause a malfunction.
Notes on the battery pack
When you remove the battery pack or
disconnect the AC Adaptor, turn this product off and make sure that the (Photo) lamps (p. 28), the access lamp (p. 25)
e turned off.
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Step 3: Turning the power on, and setting up this product

Notes
Do not turn the power on with the USB cable connected.
Do not connect the USB cable until the following procedure is completed.
1
Set the POWER switch to ON by pressing the green button.
This product is turned on.
2
Adjust the diopter until you can see a clear image with each eye by turning the diopter adjustment dial.
4
Adjust the width between the left and right viewfinder to fit your eyes using the IPD ADJ dial.
Adjust the width so that left and right
images overlap.
Make sure that the image in the viewfinder does not look like it has a double image.
If this product is used by more than one person, adjust the width each time the user changes.
5
Push the IPD ADJ dial back into this product.
6
Set the language, area, summer time, date & time format, and date & time using the //// Enter button, then confirm each setting.
Getting started
If this product is used by more than one
person, adjust the diopter each time the user changes.
Adjust the diopter for each eye separately.
3
Pull out the IPD ADJ dial.
Enter button
When each setting have been completed, select [Next] and press Enter.
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To set the date and time again, select
(MENU) [Setup] [
Clock Settings)] [Date & Time
( Setting] [Date & Time]. When [Date
& Time] is not on the screen, press until the item appears.
7
Select [60i (NTSC)] or [50i (PAL)] to suit the TV color system used in your country/region, then press Enter.
When the 60i/50i selection is made, this product restarts to update the system.
See page 24 for details on the TV color system in your country/region.
/
Image in the left viewfinder
Image viewed by both eyes
If the horizontal line and the vertical
lines do not overlap, adjust the position
of the image in the right viewfinder
by selecting
overlap, then select
If you see the image below, the device
works correctly.
Image in the right viewfinder
/ until the lines
.
8
Confirm the warning about continuous use and the warning about viewfinder adjustment, then select [Next].
9
Adjust the relative vertical position of the right and left viewfinder.
Make sure that the horizontal line overlaps the vertical lines.
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If you see the image below, stop using this product.
The horizontal line and the vertical lines do not overlap.
The horizontal line is extremely tilted.
If you cannot see images correctly, this
product may be damaged. Contact
your Sony dealer or local authorized
Sony service facility.
10
Select [Run].
If you select [Run Later], the recording
mode screen appears. When you turn on this product next time, the [Auto 3D Lens Adjust] screen will appear.
11
Adjust the 3D lens.
Aim this product at a subject to display it on the screen.
Be sure that the subject produces a scale
higher than the
mark.
Scale
12
Select .
Do not change the subject until the
adjustment is completed.
Notes
If this product failed [Auto 3D Lens Adjust], select [Run Again].
Type of subjects that should be displayed on the screen for [Auto 3D Lens Adjust]
The scale indicated varies depending on the subject displayed on the screen. Subjects that indicate a higher scale:
Bright subjects, such as objects outdoors in
daylight
Subjects with various colors and shapes
Subjects that indicate a lower scale and result in adjustment failure:
Dark subjects, such as objects viewed at night
Subjects within 2 m (6 ft. 6 3/4 in.) away from
this product Plain, non-colorful subjects
Subjects that repeat the same pattern, such as
rows of windows on buildings Moving subjects
Notes
You may see primary colors, red, blue, or green, shimmering in the viewfinder when you move your line of sight. This is not a malfunction. The shimmering colors will not be recorded on the memory card.
The date and time does not appear during recording, but they are automatically recorded on the memory card, and can be displayed during playback. To display the date and time, select ( [Date/Time]
(MENU) [Setup] [
Playback Settings)] [Data Code]
.
Getting started
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Step 4: Inserting a memory card

To turn off the power
Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHG).
(Movie) lamp flashes for a few
The seconds and this product is turned off.
Changing the language setting
You can change the on-screen displays to show messages in a specified language. Select [
(MENU) [Setup]
( General Settings)] [Language
Setting] a desired language
.
Watching the recorded movies on a TV
To watch recorded movies on a TV, record movies after selecting the appropriate [60i/50i Sel] setting for the TV color system of the country/region where you are using this product.
Countries/regions where you need to set [60i/50i Sel] to [60i (NTSC)]
Bahama Islands, Bolivia, Canada, Central America, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, Jamaica, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Peru, Surinam, Taiwan, the Philippines, the USA, Venezuela, etc.
Countries/regions where you need to set [60i/50i Sel] to [50i (PAL)]
Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Brazil, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Guiana, Holland, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iran, Iraq, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, Monaco, New Zealand, Norway, Paraguay, Poland, Portugal, Russia, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Uruguay, etc.
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Types of memory card you can use with this product
“Memory Stick
PRO Duo” media (Mark2) “Memory Stick
PRO-HG Duo” media
Described in this manual, “Memory
SD memory card*
SDHC memory
card
*
SDXC memory
card
*
Described in this
manual, SD card Stick PRO Duo” media
* SD Speed Class 4 or faster is required.
Operation with all memory cards is not assured.
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media, half the size of “Memory Stick”, or standard size SD cards can be used for this product.
Do not attach a label or the like on memory card or memory card adaptor. Doing so may cause a malfunction.
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media of up to 32 GB and SD cards of up to 64 GB have been verified to operate with this product.
Notes
A MultiMediaCard cannot be used with this product.
Movies recorded on SDXC memory cards cannot be imported to or played back on computers or AV devices not supporting the exFAT* file system by connecting this product to these devices with the USB cable. Confirm in advance that the connecting equipment is supporting the exFAT system. If you connect an equipment not supporting the exFAT system and the format screen appears, do not perform the format. All the data recorded will be lost. * The exFAT is a file system that is used for SDXC memory cards.
1
Open the cover, and insert the memory card with the nothched edge in the direction as illustrated until it clicks.
Close the cover after inserting the memory
card.
Access lamp
Note the direction of notched corner.
The [Preparing image database file. Please wait.] screen appears if you insert a new memory card. Wait until the screen disappears.
2
Close the cover.
Notes
If [Failed to create a new Image Database File. It may be possible that there is not enough free space.] is displayed, format the memory card.
Confirm the direction of the memory card. If you forcibly insert the memory card in the wrong direction, the memory card, memory card slot, or image data may be damaged.
Do not open the cover during recording.
When inserting or ejecting the memory card, be careful so that the memory card does not pop out and drop.
To eject the memory card
Open the cover and lightly push the memory card in once.
Getting started
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Binoculars/Recording/Playback

Using this product as binoculars

1
Set the POWER switch to ON by pressing the green button.
This product is turned on.
Some settings screen may appear depending on the status of this product when it is turned on. Use this product after completing any necessory adjustments.
2
Make sure that the diopter, the width, and the relative vertical position of the right and left viewfinder fit you (p.
3
Hold this product with both hands and aim it at the subject.
You can magnify images with the power
zoom lever.
This product adjusts the focus automatically with the auto-focus function (default setting).
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21).
Tips
SteadyShot] is set to [Active] in the default
[ setting.
About zooming
Magnifications available are as follows.
Binoculars magnification (approx.)
DEV-3 DEV-5/5K
Movie recording (2D
1
mode)
*
Movie recording (3D
1
mode)
*
Photo recording
0.8 to 10
0.5 to
5.4
0.5 to 10 (16:9)
0.3 to
7.5 (4:3)
0.8 to
2
20
*
0.8 to
3
10
*
0.5 to
5.4
0.5 to
4
20
*
(16:9)
0.3 to
4
15
*
(4:3)
Zoom ratio (approx.)
DEV-3 DEV-5/5K
12 *
2
*
3
4
*
Movie recording (2D mode)
Movie recording (3D mode)
Photo recording
1
*
[ SteadyShot] is set to something other than
[Active]
2
*
[Digital Zoom] is set to [On] (The image
quality decreases when you use the large magnification)
3
*
[Digital Zoom] is set to [Off]
4
*
The image quality decreases when you use the
large magnification
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10 10
22 44
Tips
The binoculars magnification indicates how big the subject looks with the binoculars compared with your naked eye.
The zoom ratio indicates the ratio of the focal lengths between the minimum and maximum value.
To switch the viewfinder display between 2D and 3D
Press FINDER 2D/3D to switch the viewfinder display between 2D and 3D.
Tips
In the 3D display mode for the viewfinder, this product displays the image from the left lens in the left viewfinder, and the image from the right lens in the right viewfinder. In the 2D display mode, this product displays the image from the left lens in both the left and right viewfinder.
Binoculars/Recording/Playback
Wider range of view (Wide angle)
Close view (Telephoto)
Move the power zoom lever slightly for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom.
Notes
Be sure to keep your finger on the power zoom lever. If you move your finger off the power zoom lever, the operation sound of the power zoom lever may also be recorded.
To adjust the focus manually
Select (MENU) [Camera/Mic]
( Manual Settings)] [Focus]
[
using the ////Enter buttons.
S
elect
(nearby subject)/ (distant subject) and press Enter several times to adjust the focus.
Tips
To adjust the focus automatically, select [Auto].
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Recording

In the default setting, images in the viewfinder are displayed in 3D (p. 27), but movies are recorded in 2D.
Set the POWER switch to ON by pressing the green button.
This product is turned on.
Recording movies
Press MODE to turn on the
(Movie) lamp.
MODE button
(Movie): When recording a movie (Photo): When recording a photo
Press START/STOP to start
recording.
[STBY] [REC]
The recording lamp lights in red during recording. To stop recording, press START/STOP again.
To display items on the screen again
Press the ////Enter button or any other button. You can change the settings using the [Display Setting] menu.
Notes
The maximum continuous recordable time of a movie is as follows.
2D: about 13 hours
3D: about 6 hours 30 minutes
When a movie file exceeds 2 GB, the next movie file is created automatically.
It will take several seconds until you can start recording after you turn on this product. You cannot operate this product during this time.
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The following states will be indicated if data is
still being written onto the memory card after recording has finished. During this time, do not apply shock or vibration to this product, or remove the battery or AC Adaptor.
amp (p. 25) is lit or flashing
ccess l
A
The media icon in the upper right of the screen is flashing
Tips
See page 45 on the recordable time of movies.
You can check the recordable time, estimated remaining capacity, etc., by selecting (MENU) [Setup] [ Settings)] [Media Info].
( Media
To switch the 2D and 3D recording mode
You can select a recording mode of either 2D or 3D. To switch 2D and 3D, select
(MENU)
[Image Quality/Size] [2D/3D Mode Select].
Tips
When you change the [2D/3D Mode Select] setting, movies played back on this product and movies output from the HDMI OUT jack are changed between 2D and 3D automatically.
Optimum distance from the subject and zooming level
The distance at which you can obtain good 3D movies varies depending on the zooming level.
Distance from the subject Zoom
about 80 cm to 6 m (3 ft. to 20 ft.)
about 2.5 m to 10 m (8 ft. to 32 ft.)
about 7.5 m to 20 m (25 ft. to 65 ft.)
Notes
When you record 3D movies, the binocular magnification can be set to up to about 5 times. If you want to monitor using a larger image, set [2D/3D Mode Select] to [2D].
* In this manual, ”monitor” means that the user
watches or views a subject without recording.
* or record a subject
Data code during recording
The recording date, time, condition and coordinates (DEV-5/5K) are recorded automatically on the memory card. They are not displayed during recording. However, you can check them as [Data Code] during playback. To display them, select ( a desired setting
(MENU) [Setup] [
Playback Settings)] [Data Code]
.
Shooting photos
Press MODE to turn on the
(Photo) lamp.
The screen display switches for photo recording mode.
MODE button
(Movie): When recording a movie
(Photo): When recording a photo
Binoculars/Recording/Playback
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Press PHOTO lightly to adjust the
focus, then press it fully.
Flashes Lights up
When disappears, the photo is recorded.
Note
You cannot shoot photos in 3D. Select (MENU) [Image Quality/Size] [2D/3D Mode Select] [2D].
Tips
See page 45 on the recordable number of photos.
To change the image size, Select
[Image Quality/Size] [ a desired setting
You cannot record photos while displayed.
(MENU)
Image Size]
.
is
Controlling the image settings manually with the MANUAL dial
It is convenient to assigning a menu item to the MANUAL dial. The menu items that can be used differ between the movie mode and the photo mode.
MANUAL button
MANUAL dial
Movie recording: [3D Depth Adjustment], [Focus], [Exposure], [AE Shift], [White Balance Shift] Photo recording: [Focus], [Exposure], [IRIS], [Shutter Speed], [AE Shift], [White Balance Shift]
To assign a menu item
Press and hold MANUAL for a few seconds to display the setting screen. Rotate the MANUAL dial to assign a menu item.
To use the MANUAL dial
Press MANUAL to use the assigned menu. Rotate the MANUAL dial to make the adjustment.
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