Sony DSC-HX5V/N Owner’s Manual

DSC-HX5/HX5V

GB Digital Still Camera/Instruction Manual ES Ca.mara fotografia digital/Manual de instrucciones

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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. DSC-HXS/HXSV

Serial No.

To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

IMPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS

-SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS DANGER

TOREDUCETHERISKOFFIREORELECTRIC

SHOCK,CAREFULLYFOLLOWTHESE INSTRUCTIONS

If the' shape of the phlg does not fit the' pow_.r outlet, us_' an attachm_.nt phlg adaptor of the proper configuration for the power outlet.

Battery pack

If the batlery pack is mishandled, the balt_'ry pack can burst, cause a fire or ev_.n ch_.mical burns. Observe the following caulions.

• Do not disassemble.

• Do not crush and do not expose the battery pack to any shock or lkm.-e 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 balteries.

•BesuretochargethebatterypackusingagenuineSonybatterychargeroradevicethat callchargethebatterypack.

•Keeptilebatterypackoutoftileroachofsmallchildren.

•Keeptilebatterypackdry.

•Replace only with tile same or equivalent type recommended by Sony.

• Dispose of used battery packs promptly as described ill tile instructions.

Battery charger

Ev_.n if the ( HAR(-;E lamp is not lit. tile battery c-hargt.r is not disconnectt'd lbom the' A( -_ power source (mains) as long as it is connected to tile wall outlet (wall socket). If some trouble occurs while using tile battery charger, immediately shut off tile power by disconnecting tile plug l¥om tile wall outlet (wall socket).

RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES

Lithium-Ion batterk.s are r_.cychlbl_.. You can help preserve our environment by returning your used mchargeable batteries to tile collection and recycling location nearest

you.

For mor<. information r<.garding recycling of r<.chargeable batteries. call toll lYee

1-800-822-8837. or visit http://www.rbrc.orff

Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithiumqon batteries.

Battery pack

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is sul!j_'ct to tilt' following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause Imrmful interlL.rence, and (2) this device must accept any interlL.rence received, including imerlL.rence that may cause undesired operation.

This Ulass B digital apparatus complies with Canadian IUES4)03.

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 (-_ustolner lnlT_rmation (Tenter

1-800-222-SONY (7669)

The number below is for the FCC related matters only.

Regulatory Information

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSC-HXSV

Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo.

Telephone No.: 858-942-2230

This device complies with Partl 5 of the F(C Rules. Operation is sut_ject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interlk.rence, and (2) this device must accept any interlk.rence received, inchlding interference that may cause undesired operation.

San Diego. (A 92127 U.S.A.

CAUTION

You ark' 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 l\mnd to comply with the limits It)l- a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the P(C Rules. These limits am designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. 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 mole 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.

G8 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Tile supplied imerface cable must be used with tile equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital dexice pursuant to Subpart B of Parl 15 of F(C Rules.

Hereby. Sony Corporation. declares that tiffs DS(-HXSV Digital Still Camera 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 GB

............la -tu,-erol.l,sprodu -t,sSon. Corporat,on.,-7-,........ ....

108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EM( and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH. Hedelfinger Strasse 61. 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For ally service or guarantee matters please refer to tile addresses given ill separate service or guarantee

documents.

This product has been tested and flmnd compliant with tile limits set out ill tile R&TTE Directive l\_r using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet).

Attention

The ek.ctromagnctic fields at the specific fwqucnck.s may influence the pictuw and sound of this unit.

Notice

If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data tr3nsfcr to discontinue midway (fail), restart the application or disconnect and connect tile communication cable (USB, etc.) again.

Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate

collection systems)

shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be banded over to the applicable collectk)n point for Ihe recycling of electrical and electronic

This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that tiffs product

equipment. By ensuring Ibis product is disposed of correctly, you will help pre\ent potential negali\e consequences for the en; ironlnent and btlman health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling

of Ibis product. Tile recycling of materials will help to conserve natural

please contact your local Civic Office. your household waste disposal service or tile shop where you purchased the product.

resources. For more detailed information about recycling of tiffs product.

Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in the European Union

and other European countries with separate collection systems)

pro; ided with this product shall not be treated as household waste. On cerlain batteries this sylnbol might be used in colnbination with a This sylnbol on the battery or on the packaging indicates that the battery

chemical symbol. The chemical symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead (Pb) are added if the battery contains more than 0.0005g{ lnercury or ().O()4c,{ lead.

potentially negative consequences fl_r 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 l\_r safety, performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified service stall" only. To ensure that the battery will be treated properly, hand over the product at end-of-life 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 inl\_rmation about recycling of this product or battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is fitted to this equipment fl_r 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 _ or

mark) must be used. If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after 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.

By ensuring these batteries are disposed of correctly, you will help prevent

Table of contents

Getting started

Refer to "Cyber-shot Handbook" (PDF) on supplied

CD-ROM .............................................................................. 8

Checking the accessories supplied .................................... 8

Notes on using the camera .................................................. 8

Identifying parts ................................................................. 12

Charging the battery pack ................................................. 13

Inserting the battery pack/a memory card (sold

separately) ......................................................................... 15

Setting the clock ................................................................ 18

Shooting/viewing images

Shooting still images .......................................................... 19

Shooting movies ................................................................ 20

Viewing images .................................................................. 21

"Cyber-shot Handbook" (PDF)

Learning more about the camera ("Cyber-shot

Handbook") ........................................................................ 22

Others

List of icons displayed on the screen ................................ 23

Number of still images and recordable time of movies ..... 25

Precautions ........................................................................ 26

Specifications .................................................................... 28

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Refer to "Cyber-shot Handbook" (PDF) on supplied CD-ROM

For details on advanced operations, please read "Cyber- shot Handbook" (PDF) on the CD-ROM (supplied) using a computer. Refcr to "Cyber-shot Handbook" for in-depth instructions on shooting or viewing images and connecting the camera to your computer, printer or TV (page 22).

Checking the accessories supplied

Battery charger BC-CSGD/BC-CSGE (1) Power cord (mains lead) (not supplied in the USA and Canada) (1) Rechargeable battery pack NP-BG 1 (1)/Battery case (1) USB, A/V cable for multi-use terminal (1) HDMI adaptor (1) Wrist strap (1) CD-ROM ( 1)

Cyber-shot application software

"Cyber-shot Handbook"

• Instruction Manual (this manual) (1)

Notes on using the camera

Changing the language setting

The screen hmguage setting, press the MENU button, then select

_,_ (Settings) -....*-?T (Main Settings) -....+[Language Setting].

Internal memory and memory card back up

Do not turn off Ihe camera, re'move the baltc'ry pack, or remove, the memory card while the access lamp is lit. Otherwise, the internal memory data or the memory card may be damaged. Be sure to make a backup copy to protect your

data.

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Functions built into this camera

• This manual describes the fuuctions of GPS-compatible/incompatible

devices, TransfcrJet-compatiblc/iucompatible devices, 1080 60J-compatible devices and 1080 50i-compatible devices.

To determine whether your camera supports the GPS function, check the

model name of your camera.

GPS-compatible: DSC-HX5V GPS-incompatible: DSC-HX5 To check if your camera supports the TransfcrJet function, and whether it is a 1080 60i-compatible device or 1080 50J-compatible device, check for the following marks on the bottom of the camera. TransferJet-compatible device: a7 (TranslErJet)

1080 60i-compatible device: 60i 1080 50i-compatible device: 50i

• In an airplane, make sure to turn off the camera following cabin

auuouncellrlents.

On GPS-compatible devices (DSC-HX5V only)

• Use GPS in accordance with regulations of countries and regions v_here you

use it.

• The direction or location information will be recorded to your camera in the

default setting. If you do not record the direction or location information, set [GPS setting] to [Off].

On database files

When you insert a memory card without a database file into the camera and turn on the power, part of the memory card capacity is used to automatically create a database file. It may take some time until you can perform the next operation.

Notes on recording/playback

• When you use a memory card xx_iththis camera for the first time, it is

recommended to format the card using the camera for stable performance of the memory card before shooting. Note that formatting permanently erases all data on the memory card, and is unrecoverable. Save precious data on a computer, etc.

• If you repeatedly record/delete images, fragmentation of data may occur on

the memory card. Movies may not be able to be saved or recorded. In such a case, save your images to a PC or other storage location, then [Format].

• Before you start recording, make a trial recording to make sure that the

camera is working correctly.

• The camera is neither dust-proof, nor splash-proof, nor water-proof. Read

"Precautions" (page 26) before operating the camera.

• Avoid exposing the camera to water. If water enters inside the camera, a

malfunction ))lay occur. In some cases, the camera cannot be repaired.

• Do not aim the camera at the sun or other bright light. It may cause the malfunction of the camera.

• Do not use the camera near a location that generates strong radio waves or emits radiation. Otherwise, the camera may not properly record or play back images.

• Using the camera in sandy or dusty locations may cause malfunctions.

• If moisture condensation occurs, remove it before using the camera.

• Do not shake or strike the camera. It may cause a malfunction and you may not be able to record images. Furthermore, the recording media may become unusable or image data may be damaged.

• Clean the flash surface before use. The heat of flash emission may cause dirt on the flash surface to become discolored or to stick to the flash surface,

resulting in insufficient light emission.

Notes on the LCD screen and lens

• The LCD screen is manufactured using extremely high-precision technology st) over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effcctive use. However, some tiny black and/or bright dots (white, red, blue or green) may appear on the LCD screen. These dots arc a nomml result of the manufacturing process, and do not affect the recording.

• When the battery level becomes low, the lens might stop moving. Insert a charged battery pack and turn on the camera again.

On camera's temperature Your camera and battery may get warm due to continuous use, but it is not a

malfunction.

On the overheat protection

Depending on the camera and battery temperature, you may be unable to record movies or the power may turn off automatically to protect the camera. A message will be displayed on the LCD screen before the power turns off or you can no longer rccord movies.

On image data compatibility

• The camera conforms vdth DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) universal standard established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association).

• Sony does not guarantee that the camera will play back images recorded or edited with other equipment, or that other equipment will play back images

recorded with the camera.

Notes when playing movies on other devices

• This camera uses MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 High Profile li_r AVCHD format

recording. Movies recorded in AVCHD format with this camera cannot be played by the following devices.

Other devices compatible with AVCHD format that does not support High Profile

Devices incompatible with the AVCHD format

• This camera also uses MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Main Profile lk)r MP4 format recording. For this reason, movies rccorded in MP4 format with this camera

cannot be played on devices other than those that support MPEG-4 AVC/ H.264.

• Discs recorded with HD image quality (high definition) can be played back only on AVCHD lk)rmat-compatible devices. DVD-based players or recorders cannot play back HD image quality discs, as they are incompatible GB? with the AVCHD t'ormal. Also, DVD-bascd players or recorders may l'ail to eject HD image quality discs.

Warning on copyright

Television programs, fihns, videotapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws.

No compensation for damaged content or recording failure

Sony cannot compensate for t'ailure to record or loss or damage of recorded content due to a malfunction of the camera or recording media, etc.

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Identifying parts

[_ Shutter button

Mode dial

[_ For shooting: WIT (Zoom) lever

For viewing: Q (Playback zoom) leveffl_ (Index) lever

[_ Flash

ON/OFF (Power) butt<m [_ I_ (Burst/Bracket) button [_ Microphone

[_ Self-timer lamp/Smile Shutter

lamp/AF illuminator

Leus

[] LCD screen

Hook for wrist strap MOVIE (Movie) button

[1_' (Playback)button

CotTtrol bultotl Menu on: AITI_II_IO

Menu off: DISP/_e_)/{_ / ,_

[] _ (Delete)button [] MENU button

Tripod rcceplacle

• Use a tripod with a screw less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inches) long. Otherwise, yotl cannot firmly

secure the camera, and damage to the camera may occt/r.

[_ Speaker [] Multi connector

Battery/memory card cover

[] Access lamp [] Battery insertion slot

[] Battery eject lever [] Memory card slot

_ (TransfcrJet IM) mark

Charging the battery pack

Insert the battery pack into the

battery charger.

• You can charge the battery ew.'n when it is partially charged.

_ Battery

pack

2Connect the

charger to the wall

battery

For customers in the USA and Canada GB

P,ug

outlet (wall socket).

If"you continue charging the battery pack for about one

more hour alter the CHARGE lamp turns off,

the charge will last slightly longer (full charge).

CHARGE lamp Lit: Charging

Off: Charging finished (nomlal charge)

CHARGE lamp

For customers in countries/regions other than the USA and Canada

3When charging is finished, disconnect the battery

charger.

Charging time

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• The table above shnv,,'s die lime required In charge a lully depleted battery pack at a lemperalure of 25 °C (77 °F). Charging may lake l(mger depending (m

cnndidnns ol use and circumstances.

• Connect Ihe battery charger to tlae uearesl wall nullel (vv'all sncket).

• When charging is finished, discnunecl lhe power cord {mains lead) lrnm lhe wall oullel (wall sockel), and remove lhe battery pack from lhe battery charger.

• Be sure In use lhe baltery pack or lhe battery charger of the genuine Snny brand.

Battery life and number of still images you can record/view

Recording Approx. 155 Approx. 310 Viewing Approx. 260 Approx. 5200

• The nmnber of still images that can be recorded is based nu tile C1PA standard, and is lor shooting under the following cnnditions.

(CIPA: Camera & hnaging Products Associatinu)

DISP (Screen Display Settings) is set to [Normal].

-Shooting once every 30 seconds.

Tile zoom is switched alternately betweeu the W and T ends. Tile flash strobes once every two times.

-The power turns on and off ouce every ten times.

A fl/lly charged battery pack (supplied) is used at an ambient temperature of 25 °C (77 °F).

Using Souy "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (sold separately).

• Figures are calculated based ou optimum GPS triangulating cnuditinus. The number of recnrdable images/time may vary depending on GPS triaugulating

status (DSC-HX5V only).

Inserting the battery pack/a memory card (sold separately)

1Open the cover.

2Insert the memory card

(sold separately).

With the notched cerner facing as illustrated, insert the memery card

until it clicks into place.

3Insert the battery pack.

Check the direction of the battery, insert the battery pack while pressing the battery eject lever in

the direction of the arrow. Insert the battery until the battery eject lever

is locked.

4Close the

Closing the cover with the battery inserted incorrectly may damage

the cal]nera.

cover.

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Ensure the notched

corner faces correctly.

Memory cards that you can use

Thc following memory cards arc compatible with this camera: "Memory Stick PRO Due" media, "Memory Stick PRO-HG Due" media, "Memory Stick Duo" media, SD memory cards and SDHC memory cards. MultiMediaCard is net compatible. In this manual, "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media, "Memory Stick PRO-HG Due;' media and "Memory Stick Due" media are collectively referred te as "Memory Stick Due" media.

On "Memory Stick Duo" media

"Memory Stick Due" media of 1 GB er larger marked with: For recording movies, it is recommended that yeu use a

MEMIIRYST|[KPR[I DU0 ("Memory Stick PRO Due" media)* MIEMllRVSTI[I(PRD-HG [ltl0 ("Memory Stick PRO-HG Due"

media) * Only "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media marked with Mark2

can be used.

Fer details on the number ef images/fime that can be recorded, see page 25.

To remove the memory card

Access lamp Make sure that the access hunp is not lit,

then push the memory card in once.

• Never remove the memory card/battery pack when the access lamp is lit. This may cause damage to data in the memory card/internal memory.

When there is no memory card inserted

hnages are stercd in the camera's internal memory (approximately 45 MB). To copy images from the internal memory to a memory card, insert the memory card in the camera, then select MENU _ _ (Settings) _ (Memory Card Tool) _ [Copy].

To remove the battery pack

Battery eject lever Slide the ballcry eject lever. Be sure net

le drep the battery pack.

Checking the remaining battery charge

A remaining charge indicator appears on the LCD screen.

High _ _ _ _ Low

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• It takes about one minute until the correct remaining charge indicator appears.

• The remaining charge indicator may not be correct under certain circumstances.

• When [Power Save] is set to [Stamina] or [Standard], if you do not operate the

camera running on a battery pack for a certain amount of time, the brightness level on the LCD screen becomes dark, and then the camera automatically turns off to

prevent wearing down the battery pack (Auto Power off).

• To prevent terminal contamination, or short-circuiting with metallic objects, etc.,

always carry or store the battery in the supplied case.

Setting the clock

1Press the ON/OFF (Power)

button.

The camera is turned on.

• It may take time fer the pewer te

turn on and allew operation.

Select a setting item with

A/T on the control button, then press O.

Date & Time Format: Selects the

date and time display fermat.

Daylight Savings: Selects

Daylight Savings On/Off.

Date& Time:Setsthedate and

time.

ON/OFF (Power) button

3Set the numeric value and desired settings with A/T/

_1/1_,then press O.

• Midnight is indicated as 12:00 AM, and noon as 12:00 PM.

4Follow the instructions on the screen. Select your

desired area with _1/1_on the control button, then

press O.

5 Select [OK], then press O.

Setting the date and time again

Press the MENU button, then seh.'ct _ (Settings) -"+ O (Clock Settings).

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