Sony FDR-AX40, FDR-AX53, FDR-AX55, FDR-AXP55 Help Guide

Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder FDR-AX40/AX53/AX55/AXP55

How to Use

Before use

Model Information

Model Information [1]

Parts and controls

Parts and controls (front/top) [2]
Parts and controls (LCD monitor) [3]
Parts and controls (side) [4]
Parts and controls (back/bottom) [5]

Screen indicators

Screen indicators [6]

Movie recording format

Recording formats available with this product and their features [7]

Getting started

Checking the supplied items

Supplied items [8]

Power source preparations

Intelligent Auto [25]

Attaching the battery pack [9]
Charging the battery pack using the AC Adaptor [10]
Charging the battery pack using your computer [11]
Turning the power on [12]
Using this product supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket) [13]

Initial setup

Initial setting [14]

Preparing a memory card

Inserting a memory card [15]
Types of memory card you can use with this product [16]

Recording

Recording movies/photos

Adjusting the angle of the viewfinder for easier viewing (models with the viewfinder) [17]
Recording movies [18]
Shooting photos [19]

Changing the brightness manually for recording

Controlling the image settings manually with the MANUAL ring (models with the
viewfinder) [20]

Assigning frequently-used functions to the MANUAL button or MANUAL ring (models with
the viewfinder) [21]

Useful functions for recording

Zooming [22]
Capturing photos during movie recording (Dual Capture) [23]
Recording in mirror mode [24]

Decreasing the voice volume of the person recording the movie (My Voice Canceling)
[26]

Recording the selected subject clearly (Lock-on AF) [27]
Using the Time-lapse Capture function [28]

Playback

Playing images using Event View

Playing movies and photos from the Event View screen [29]
Screen display on the Event View screen [30]

Creating a highlight movie

About Highlight Movie Maker [31]
Creating a highlight movie (MP4 format) with Highlight Movie Maker [32]
Adding a highlight point during recording [33]
Playing highlight movies [34]

Playing MP4 movies (HD movie) (switching the movie format)

Playing MP4 movies (HD movie) (switching the movie format) [35]

Editing images from the playback screen

Notes on editing [36]
Deleting the selected images [37]
Deleting by date [38]
Dividing a movie [39]
Capturing a photo from a movie (models with the internal memory or models with the USB

IN/OUT jacks) [40]
Viewing trajectory of a moving object (Motion Shot Video) [41]

Using the built-in projector

Notes on using the projector (models with the projector) [42]
Using the built-in projector (models with the projector) [43]

Using the projector for your computer or other devices(models with the projector) [44]

Playing images on a 4K TV

Viewing images on a 4K TV [45]
Enlarging a part of an XAVC S 4K movie on the screen during playback on TV (Trimming

Playback) [46]

Playing images on a high definition TV

Connecting this product to a high definition TV [47]
Enjoying 5.1ch surround sound [48]
Using BRAVIA Sync [49]
On Photo TV HD [50]
On the HDMI cable [51]
Enlarging a part of an XAVC S 4K movie on the screen during playback on TV (Trimming

Playback) [52]

Playing images on a non-high-definition TV

Connecting this product to a non-high-definition TV [53]

Saving images

How to save movies

Saving movies [54]

Using the PlayMemories Home software

Import and utilize images on your computer (PlayMemories Home) [55]
Checking the computer system [56]
Installing the PlayMemories Home software in your computer [57]
Disconnecting this product from the computer [58]
About the dedicated software for this product [59]
Creating a Blu-ray disc [60]

Saving images on an external media device

Notes on use of the USB external hard disk [61]
Saving images on an USB external hard disk device [62]
Saving the desired images in this product to the external media device [63]
Playing back images in the USB external hard disk device on this product [64]
Deleting images in the USB external hard disk device [65]

Creating a disc with a recorder

Creating a disc with a recorder [66]

Using the Wi-Fi function

What you can do with the Wi-Fi function

What you can do with the Wi-Fi function [67]

Installing PlayMemories Mobile

About the PlayMemories Mobile software [68]

Connecting a smartphone

Connecting to your NFC-enabled smartphone or tablet [69]
Connecting to your smartphone or tablet using the QR Code [70]
Connecting to your Android smartphone or tablet (by entering an SSID and password)

[71]
Connecting to your iPhone or iPad (by entering an SSID and password) [72]

Controlling via a smartphone

Using your smartphone or tablet as a wireless remote commander [73]
Using your smartphone or tablet as a wireless remote commander using the NFC function

(NFC one-touch remote) [74]

Transferring images to a smartphone

Transferring movies (MP4) and photos to your smartphone or tablet [75]

Transferring movies (MP4) and photos to your smartphone or tablet using the NFC
function (NFC one-touch sharing) [76]

Transferring images to a computer

Send to Computer [77]

Transferring images to a TV

Playing images on a TV (View on TV) [78]

Live Streaming

About Live Streaming [79]
Preparing Live Streaming [80]
Performing Live Streaming [81]
Restrictions for Live Streaming [82]

Controlling other cameras through this product

Shooting with this product and other cameras with Multi Camera Control [83]
Connecting this product to one camera with Multi Camera Control (Single Connection)

[84]
Connecting this product to more than one camera with Multi Camera Control (Multi

Connection) [85]
Editing images recorded with several cameras [86]

Menu operations

Using menu items

Setting up menu items [87]
How to use the keyboard [88]

Shooting Mode

Movie [89]

Photo [90]

Time-lapse Capture [91]

Smile Shutter [120]

Smth Slw REC [92]
Golf Shot [93]
High Speed REC [94]

Camera/Mic

White Balance [95]
Spot Meter/Fcs [96]
Spot Meter [97]
Spot Focus [98]
Exposure [99]
Focus [100]
IRIS [101]
Shutter Speed [102]
AGC Limit [103]
AE Shift [104]
White Balance Shift [105]
Low Lux [106]
Scene Selection [107]
Picture Effect [108]
Cinematone [109]
Fader [110]
Self-Timer [111]
SteadyShot (Movie) [112]
SteadyShot (Photo) [113]
Digital Zoom [114]
Filter/Protector [115]
Auto Back Light [116]
Manual Ring Setting (models with the viewfinder) [117]
NIGHTSHOT Light (models with viewfinder) [118]
Face Detection [119]

Smile Sensitivity [121]
Flash (Only when connecting an external flash) [122]
Flash Level (Only when connecting an external flash) [123]
Red Eye Reduction (Only when connecting an external flash) [124]
My Voice Canceling [125]
Blt-in Zoom Mic [126]
Auto Wind NR [127]
Audio Mode [128]
Audio Rec Level [129]
My Button [130]
Focus Magnifier (models with the viewfinder) [131]
Grid Line [132]
Display Setting [133]
Zebra [134]
Peaking [135]
Audio Level Display [136]

Image Quality/Size

REC Mode [137]
Frame Rate [138]
Dual Video REC [139]
File Format [140]
Image Size [141]

Wireless

Ctrl with Smartphone [142]
Multi Camera Control [143]
Live Streaming [144]
Send to Smartphone [145]
Send to Computer [146]
View on TV [147]
Airplane Mode [148]

Multi Camera Ctrl Set [149]

Vid REC during strm. [150]
WPS Push [151]
Access point settings [152]
Edit Device Name [153]
Disp MAC Address [154]
SSID/PW Reset [155]
Network Info Reset [156]

Playback Function

Event View [157]

Edit/Copy

Delete [158]
Protect [159]
Copy (models with the internal memory) [160]
Direct Copy [161]

Setup

Media Select (Models with the internal memory) [162]
Media Info [163]
Format [164]
Empty (Models with the internal memory) [165]
Repair Img. DB F. [166]
File Number [167]
Data Code [168]
Volume [169]
Motion Interval ADJ [170]
Download Music (Models with the USB IN/OUT jacks) [171]
Empty Music (Models with the USB IN/OUT jacks) [172]
TC/UB (Time code/User bit) [173]
TV Type [174]

HDMI Resolution [175]

CTRL FOR HDMI [176]
USB Connect [177]
USB Connect Setting [178]
USB LUN Setting [179]
Beep [180]
Monitor Brightness [181]
Auto Keystone ADJ (Models with the projector) [182]
REC Lamp [183]
Remote Ctrl [184]
Power ON w/monitor (FDR-AX40) [185]
Language Setting [186]
24p Mode (1080 50i-compatible device) [187]
Cancel 24p Mode (1080 50i-compatible device) [188]
Battery Info [189]
Power Save [190]
Initialize [191]
Demo Mode [192]
Version [193]
Date & Time Setting [194]
Area Setting [195]

Charging time/recording time of movies/number of recordable
photos

Check the charging time

Charging time [196]

Expected recording and playback times for individual batteries

Expected recording time with each battery pack [197]
Expected playback time with each battery pack [198]

Expected movie recording time and number of recordable photos for the

internal memory

Notes on recording movies [199]
Expected recording time of movies (models with the internal memory) [200]
Expected number of recordable photos (models with the internal memory) [201]

Expected movie recording time and number of recordable photos for
memory cards

Notes on recording movies [202]
Expected recording time of movies [203]
Expected number of recordable photos [204]

Bit-rate for each recording mode

Bit-rate and recording pixels [205]

Pixels recorded at each image size of photos

Recording pixels and aspect ratio [206]

Additional information

Precautions

About the AVCHD format [207]
About the memory card [208]
About the InfoLITHIUM battery pack [209]

Handling of this product

On use and care [210]
On connecting to a computer or accessory etc. [211]
Notes on optional accessories [212]
On moisture condensation [213]
Notes on disposal/transfer the ownership of this product (models equipped with the

internal memory) [214]

Note on disposal/transfer of the memory card [215]

Maintenance

On handling the LCD monitor [216]
To clean the casing and the projector lens surface (models with the projector) [217]
About care and storage of the lens [218]

Using this product abroad

Using this product abroad [219]

Trademarks

On trademarks [220]

License

Notes on the License [221]

Zoom magnifications

Zoom magnifications [222]

Using this product after a long time

Using this product after a long time [223]

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

If you have problems

If you have problems [224]

Overall operations

The power does not turn on. [225]
This product does not operate even when the power is set to on. [226]
The menu settings have been changed automatically. [227]
This product gets warm. [228]
A rattling noise is heard when this product is shaken. [229]
Intelligent Auto is canceled. [230]

Batteries/power sources

The power abruptly turns off. [231]
The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp does not light while the battery pack is being charged.

[232]
The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp flashes while the battery pack is being charged. [233]
The remaining battery power is not displayed correctly. [234]
The battery pack is quickly discharged. [235]

Monitor

Menu items are grayed out. [236]
The buttons do not appear on the LCD monitor. [237]
The buttons on the LCD monitor quickly disappear. [238]
There are dots in the shape of a grid on the monitor. [239]
The backlight of the LCD monitor turns off if you do not attempt to operate this product for

a while. [240]
The image in the LCD monitor is not clear. [241]

Viewfinder

The image in the viewfinder is not clear (models with the viewfinder). [242]
The image in the viewfinder is no-longer displayed (models with the viewfinder). [243]

Memory card

Operations using the memory card cannot be performed. [244]
Images stored on the memory card cannot be deleted. [245]

The data file name is not indicated correctly or flashes. [246]

Images cannot be played back or the memory card is not recognized. [247]

Wi-Fi

The data file cannot be copied from internal memory (models with the internal memory).
[248]

Recording

Pressing START/STOP or PHOTO does not record images. [249]
Photos cannot be recorded. [250]
The access lamp remains lit or flashing even if recording has stopped. [251]
The imaging field looks different. [252]
The actual recording time for movies is less than the expected recording time of the

recording media. [253]
This product stops recording. [254]
There is a slight time lag between the moment when START/STOP is pressed and the

actual movie recording starts or stops. [255]
The auto focus does not function. [256]
SteadyShot does not function. [257]
Images cannot be recorded or played back correctly. [258]
The subjects passing across this product very fast appear crooked. [259]
Horizontal stripes appear on the images. [260]
[Monitor Brightness] cannot be set. [261]
Sound is not recorded correctly. [262]
Photos are recorded automatically. [263]

Playback

Images cannot be played back. [264]
Photos cannot be played back. [265]
The movie freezes. [266]
An icon appears on a thumbnail. [267]
No sound or only a quiet sound is heard during playback. [268]
Left and right sound is heard unbalanced when playing back movies on computers or

other devices. [269]

The wireless access point you want to connect to does not appear. [270]
[WPS Push] does not work. [271]
[Ctrl with Smartphone], [Send to Smartphone], [Send to Computer] or [View on TV]

terminates prematurely. [272]
Cannot transfer movies to your smartphone. [273]
The shooting screen does not display smoothly. The connection is cut off. [274]
The shooting screen during Multi Camera Control does not display smoothly. The

connection is cut off. [275]
The NFC connection does not work. [276]

Editing movies/photos on this product

A movie cannot be divided. [277]
The demonstration movies cannot be deleted . (models with the internal memory) [278]

Playback on a TV

Neither image nor sound is played on the connected TV. [279]
The top, bottom, right, and left edges of images are trimmed slightly on a connected TV.

[280]
The image appears distorted on the 4:3 TV. [281]
Black bands appear at the top and bottom of the LCD monitor of the 4:3 TV. [282]

Copying/Connecting to other devices

Images are not copied correctly. [283]

Connecting to a computer

PlayMemories Home cannot be installed. [284]
PlayMemories Home does not work correctly. [285]
This product is not recognized by the computer. [286]

Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators

Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators

Self-diagnosis display [287]

Error messages during Live Streaming

Error messages during Live Streaming [288]

Warning messages

Warning messages

Warning Indicators [289]

[1] How to Use Before use Model Information

Model Information

In this Help Guide, the differences in the specifications for each model are described
together.
If you find the description like “Models with ... ” as below, confirm in this chapter whether the
description applies to this product.

(models with the internal memory)
(1080 60i-compatible device)
(1080 50i-compatible device)

To confirm the model name of this product

See the bottom of this product.

A: Model name (FDR-AX40/AX53/AX55/AXP55)

Differences in functions

Models with the internal memory: FDR-AX40/AX55/AXP55

Models with the projector: FDR-AXP55

Models with the Viewfinder: FDR-AX53/AX55/AXP55

This terminal does not support VMC-AVM1 Adaptor Cable (sold separately). You

Models with the Manual ring: FDR-AX53/AX55/AXP55
1080 60i-compatible device: See the bottom of this product.
1080 50i-compatible device: See the bottom of this product.
Models with the USB IN/OUT jacks: Except models for Europe.
Models with the USB Output only jack: Models for Europe only.

Note

For the following items, the descriptions are explained with the model name.

Parts and controls
Menu items
Expected recording time of movies
Expected number of recordable photos

[2] How to Use Before use Parts and controls

Parts and controls (front/top)

1. PHOTO button

2. Power zoom lever

3. Multi/Micro USB Terminal
Supports Micro USB compatible devices.

cannot use accessories via an A/V remote connector.

4. (microphone) jack (PLUG IN POWER)

5. Loop for a shoulder belt

6. Grip belt

7. (headphones) jack

8. Multi interface shoe

For details on compatible accessories of the Multi interface shoe, visit the Sony website
in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Operations with other manufacture’s accessories are not guaranteed.
If you use a shoe adaptor (sold separately), you can also use accessories compatible
with an Active Interface Shoe.
To prevent failure, do not use a commercially available flash with high-voltage synchro
terminals or with reverse polarity.

9. N mark
NFC: Near Field Communication

10. Camera recording lamp

11. Remote sensor

12. NIGHTSHOT light (models with the Viewfinder)

13. Built-in microphone

14. MANUAL ring (models with the Viewfinder)
Manual functions can be assigned to the button and the ring.

15. Lens (ZEISS lens)

16. MANUAL button (models with the Viewfinder)

[3] How to Use Before use Parts and controls

Parts and controls (LCD monitor)

1. PROJECTOR FOCUS lever (models with the projector)

2. LCD monitor/Touch panel
If you rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees, you can close the LCD monitor with the
screen facing out. This is convenient during playback operations.

3. Projector lens (models with the projector)

[4] How to Use Before use Parts and controls

Parts and controls (side)

1. Memory card access lamp

6. Tripod receptacle

While the lamp is lit or flashing, this product is reading or writing data.

2. Memory card slot

3. HDMI OUT jack

4. PROJECTOR IN jack (models with the projector)

5. Speaker

6. / (Shooting Mode) button (models with the Viewfinder)

7. (My Voice Canceling) button
Suppresses the voice of the person recording the movie.

8. PROJECTOR button (models with the projector)

9. (View Images) button

10. NIGHTSHOT button (models with the Viewfinder)

11. (ON/STANDBY) button

[5] How to Use Before use Parts and controls

Parts and controls (back/bottom)

1. Viewfinder (models with the Viewfinder)
This product is turned on when the viewfinder is pulled out.

2. Viewfinder lens adjustment dial (models with the Viewfinder)
If the indications in the viewfinder appear blurred, adjust the viewfinder lens adjustment
dial.

3. START/STOP button

4. POWER/CHG (charge) lamp

5. DC IN jack

Attach a tripod (sold separately: the length of the screw must be less than 5.5 mm (7/32
in.)). Depending on the specifications of the tripod, this product may not attach in the
proper direction.

7. BATT (battery) release lever

8. Battery pack

To fasten the grip belt

[6] How to Use Before use Screen indicators

Screen indicators

The following indicators appear when you change the settings.

On the left side of the screen ( )

MENU button

Self-timer recording

[Airplane Mode] set to [On]

Fader

[Face Detection] set to [Off]

[Smile Shutter]

Manual focus
Scene Selection
White Balance

SteadyShot off

White Balance Shift

AGC Limit

Zebra

Peaking

Cinematone

Intelligent Auto

Filter/Protector

At the center of the screen ( )

Slideshow Set

Warning

Playback mode

REC /STBY Recording mode

AE/AF lock

NFC

Wi-Fi

Picture Effect

On the right side of the screen ( )

60i Frame rate (30p/60p/50p/60i/50i/24p/25p), recording mode

(PS/FX/FH/HQ/LP) and movie size

Dual Video REC

60 min Remaining battery

Recording/playback/editing media

00:00:00:00 (hour:minute:second:frame)
00 00 00 00 (Arbitrary information)
0:00:00 Counter (hour:minute:second)
00min Estimated recording time
9999 16.6M Approximate number of recordable photos and photo size

60 sec (Time-lapse Capture shooting interval value)

999/999 (Time-lapse Capture shot number/total shots settings value)

Folder of the memory card

100/112 Current playing movie or photo/Number of total recorded movies or photos

Connection to the external media device

At the bottom of the screen ( )

Audio Rec Level

[Auto Wind NR] set to [Off]

[My Voice Canceling] set to [On]

Blt-in Zoom Mic

Audio Mode

Low Lux

Spot Meter/Fcs/Spot Meter/Exposure

Audio Level Display

EV AE Shift

Shutter Speed
IRIS

Intelligent Auto

Data file name

Protect

Time-lapse settings

Note

Indicators and their positions are approximate and may differ from what you actually see.
Some indicators may not appear, depending on the model.

[7] How to Use

Before use Movie recording format

Recording formats available with this product and their
features

This product supports XAVC S 4K, XAVC S HD and AVCHD. The image quality of XAVC S
4K is 4-times greater than the conventional high definition image quality.

XAVC S 4K
Recording pixels:

3,840 × 2,160 dots

Bit-rate:

60 Mbps, 100 Mbps

Feature:

Records in 4K. Even if you do not have a 4K TV, recording in 4K format is recommended for
future purpose.

XAVC S HD
Recording pixels:

1,920 × 1,080 dots

Bit-rate:

50 Mbps (When you use the high-speed recording function: 100Mbps or 60Mbps)

Feature:

Allows you to record clearer images since XAVC S HD has more information compared with

AVCHD.

AVCHD
Recording pixels:

1,920 × 1,080 dots

Bit-rate:

Max. 28 Mbps

Feature:

Allows you to save images on devices other than computers.

Hint

Bit-rate refers to the data amount recordable over a certain period of time.

[8] How to Use

Getting started Checking the supplied items

Supplied items

The numbers in ( ) indicate the supplied quantity.

Camcorder (1)
AC Adaptor (1)

HDMI cable (1)

Micro USB cable (1)

Power cord (mains lead) (1)

Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV70 (1)

When using this product while connected to a wall outlet (wall socket), such as while
charging, make sure to attach the battery pack to this product.

“Operating Guide” (1)

[9] How to Use Getting started Power source preparations

Attaching the battery pack

Attach the battery pack to this product.

1. Close the LCD monitor and retract the viewfinder (models with the Viewfinder), and
then attach the battery pack ( ).

Align the indentation on this product and projection on the battery pack, then slide
the battery pack upwards.

When the viewfinder (models with the Viewfinder) is pulled out, retract it.

To remove the battery pack

Turn off this product. Slide the battery release lever ( ) and remove the battery pack ( ).

Note

You cannot use any InfoLITHIUM battery pack other than the V series to this product.
You cannot use the NP-FV30 InfoLITHIUM battery pack with this product.
In the default setting, the power turns off automatically if you leave this product without
any operation for about 2 minutes, to save battery power (Power Save).

[10] How to Use

Getting started Power source preparations

Charging the battery pack using the AC Adaptor

Charge the battery pack using the supplied AC Adaptor. Attach the battery pack in advance.

1. Close the LCD monitor.

When the viewfinder (models with the Viewfinder) is pulled out, retract it.

2. Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to this product and a wall
outlet (wall socket).

The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp lights orange.
The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery pack is fully charged.

Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack of this product.

A: AC Adaptor
B: Power cord (mains lead)
C: DC IN jack
D: Align the mark on the DC plug

Note

Be aware of the following notes on using the AC Adaptor.

Use a 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.

Hint

It is recommended that you charge the battery in a temperature range of 10 °C to 30 °C
(50 °F to 86 °F).

[11] How to Use

Getting started Power source preparations

Charging the battery pack using your computer

Charge the battery pack by connecting this product and your computer with the micro USB
cable. Attach the battery pack in advance.

1. Close the LCD monitor.

When the viewfinder (models with the Viewfinder) is pulled out, retract it.

2. Connect this product to a running computer using the micro USB cable.

The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp turns orange.
The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery pack is fully charged.

Remove the micro USB cable from this product and the computer.

: micro USB cable
: To a wall outlet (wall socket)

Hint

It is recommended that you charge the battery in a temperature range of 10 °C to 30 °C
(50 °F to 86 °F).

[12] How to Use

Getting started Power source preparations

Turning the power on

Turn on this product.

1. Open the LCD monitor of this product and turn the power on.

You can also turn on this product by pressing (ON/STANDBY) button or by pulling
out the viewfinder (models with the viewfinder).

To turn off the power

Close the LCD monitor.

You can also turn off this product by pressing (ON/STANDBY) button.
If the viewfinder (models with the viewfinder) is pulled out, retract the viewfinder as shown

in the illustration below.

Turning this product on or off (models with the viewfinder)

The power of this product is turned on or off depending on the status of the LCD monitor or
the viewfinder.

LCD monitor: Open

Power On, regardless of the viewfinder status (retracted or pulled out)

LCD monitor: Closed

Power Off, when viewfinder is retracted
Power On, when viewfinder is pulled out

Note

Even if the LCD monitor is closed, if the viewfinder (models with the viewfinder) is pulled
out, this product is not turned off. When you turn off the power of this product, make sure
that the viewfinder (models with the viewfinder) is retracted to the original position.

[13] How to Use

Getting started Power source preparations

Using this product supplying power from a wall outlet
(wall socket)

Supply power to this product using the AC Adaptor.

1. Make the same connections as shown in “Charging the battery pack using the AC
Adaptor” to use this product.

Even if the battery pack is attached, it will not be discharged.

[14] How to Use Getting started Initial setup

Initial setting

Set the language, date and time when using this product for the first time.

1. Open the LCD monitor of this product and turn the power on.

2. Select the desired language, then select [Next].

A: Touch the LCD monitor

3. Select the desired geographical area with / , then select [Next].

4. Set [Daylight Savings] or [Summer Time], select the date format and the date and time.

If you set [Daylight Savings] or [Summer Time] to [On], the clock advances 1 hour.
When you select the date and time, select one of the items and adjust the value with

/ .

When you select - , the date and time setting operation is complete.

Hint

The date and time are recorded automatically and can be displayed only during playback.
To display them, select - [Setup] - [ Playback Settings] - [Data Code] ­[Date/Time].

[15] How to Use

Getting started Preparing a memory card

Inserting a memory card

Insert a memory card into this product.

1. Open the cover and insert the memory card until it clicks.

A: Access lamp
B: Insert the card with the notched edge in the direction as illustrated.

Note

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.
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 insert any memory card other than those that fit into the memory card slot. Doing

so may cause a malfunction.
When inserting or ejecting the memory card, be careful so that the memory card does not
pop out and drop.
Memory card will not be recognized by this product unless it is inserted straight in the
correct direction.
If [Preparing image database file. Please wait.] is displayed, wait until the message
disappears.

Hint

To eject the memory card, open the cover and lightly push the memory card in once.

[16] How to Use

Getting started Preparing a memory card

Types of memory card you can use with this product

The following types of memory cards can be used with this product.

Select the type of memory card to use with the camcorder referring to
the following table.

In this Help Guide, the types of memory cards you can use with this product are called
Memory Stick PRO Duo media or SD card.

Memory card AVCHD XAVC S

Memory Stick PRO Duo media

Memory Stick PRO - HG Duo media

(Mark 2 only) –

–

Memory Stick Micro (M2) media

SD memory card

SDHC memory card

SDXC memory card

microSD memory card

microSDHC memory card

microSDXC memory card

*1

SD speed class 4: or faster, or UHS speed class 1: or faster

(Mark 2 only) –

*1 –

*1 *2

*1 *2

*1 –

*1 *2

*1 *2

*2

Memory cards that meet the following conditions

Capacity of 4 GB or more
SD speed class 10: , or UHS speed class 1: or faster
When recording in 100 Mbps or faster, UHS speed class 3: is required.

Note

The movies recorded will be divided into files of 4GB when a SDHC memory card is used
to record XAVC S movies over extended periods of time. The divided files will be played
back continuously when played back on the camcorder. The divided files can be
integrated into the single file by using PlayMemories Home.
When using a Memory Stick Micro media or microSD memory card with the camcorder,
be sure to use it by inserting it into the dedicated adaptor.

[17] How to Use

Recording Recording movies/photos

Adjusting the angle of the viewfinder for easier viewing
(models with the viewfinder)

You can adjust the angle of the viewfinder for easier viewing.

1. Close the LCD monitor.

2. Pull out the viewfinder ( ) then adjust the angle you want ( ).

3. Move your eye close to the viewfinder.

If the indicators on the viewfinder appear blurred, adjust it using the viewfinder lens
adjustment dial located on the side of the viewfinder.

Note

If this product is not operated for a certain period, the power will turn off and the screen in
the viewfinder will disappear. To display the screen again, retract the viewfinder and pull it
out again to turn the power on.

[18] How to Use Recording Recording movies/photos

Recording movies

Record movies.

1. Open the LCD monitor of this product and turn the power on.

You can also turn on this product by pressing (ON/STANDBY) button or by pulling
out the viewfinder (models with the viewfinder).

2. Press START/STOP to start recording.

To stop recording, press START/STOP again.

Note

If you close the LCD monitor while recording movies, this product stops recording (only
when the viewfinder is retracted, models with the viewfinder).
The maximum continuous recordable time of a movie is about 13 hours.
When an AVCHD movie file exceeds 2 GB, the next movie file is created automatically.
When an MP4 movie file exceeds 4 GB, the next movie file is created automatically.
The following states will be indicated if data is still being written onto the recording media
after recording has finished. During this time, do not apply shock or vibration to this
product, or remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor.

Access lamp is lit or flashing
The media icon in the upper right of the LCD monitor is flashing

The LCD monitor of this product can display recording images across the entire monitor
(full pixel display). However, this may cause slight trimming of the top, bottom, right, and
left edges of images when played back on a TV which is not compatible with full pixel

display. It is recommended you record images with [Grid Line] set to [On] using the outer

frame of [Grid Line] as a guide.
Check the subject on the LCD monitor, and then start recording.
If the lens cover does not fully open, only a black screen and sound may be recorded.
While recording XAVC S 4K movies, you cannot output movies to an external monitor via
an HDMI/video connection.

Hint

When [Dual Video REC] is set to [On], this product records an XAVC S movie and an
MP4 movie simultaneously, or records an AVCHD movie and an MP4 movie
simultaneously.
In the default setting, [Dual Video REC] is set to [Off].

[19] How to Use

Recording Recording movies/photos

Shooting photos

Shoot photos.

1. Open the LCD monitor of this product to turn the power on.

You can also turn on this product by pressing (ON/STANDBY) button or by pulling
out the viewfinder (models with the viewfinder).

2. Press the / (Shooting Mode) button to select the photo recording mode (models
with the viewfinder).

You can also select the photo recording mode by selecting [MODE] on the LCD
monitor.

3. Press PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus, then press it fully.

When the focus is adjusted properly, the AE/AF lock indicator appears on the LCD

monitor.

Note

The following states will be indicated if data is still being written onto the recording media
after recording has finished. During this time, do not apply shock or vibration to this
product, or remove the battery pack or AC Adaptor.

Access lamp is lit or flashing
The media icon in the upper right of the LCD monitor is flashing

[20] How to Use Recording Changing the brightness manually for recording

Controlling the image settings manually with the
MANUAL ring (models with the viewfinder)

Use the functions assigned to the MANUAL button or MANUAL ring.

1. Press the MANUAL button to switch to the manual operation mode.

Pressing the MANUAL button switches the operation mode between manual and
automatic. (Except when [Zoom] is assigned to the MANUAL ring)

A: MANUAL button
B: MANUAL ring

2. Rotate the MANUAL ring to make adjustments.

Note

Manual settings will be retained even if you change the assigned item of the MANUAL
ring. However, if you set [Exposure] after setting [AE Shift] manually, [Exposure] will
override [AE Shift].
If you set either one of [Exposure], [IRIS], or [Shutter Speed], the settings of other 2 items
are canceled.
The MANUAL ring is not available while using the Live Streaming function.
The MANUAL ring is not available while using the Multi Camera Control function.

[21] How to Use

Recording Changing the brightness manually for recording

Assigning frequently-used functions to the MANUAL
button or MANUAL ring (models with the viewfinder)

You can register your desired functions to the MANUAL button or MANUAL ring.

1. Press and hold the MANUAL button down for a few seconds.

The [Manual Ring Setting] screen is displayed.

2. Rotate the MANUAL ring and select the item to be assigned.
Select [RESET] to reset the items adjusted manually to the default settings.

3. Press the MANUAL button to confirm.

Items you can control with the MANUAL ring

[Zoom]
[Focus]
[Exposure]
[IRIS]
[Shutter Speed]
[AE Shift]
[White Balance Shift]

Hint

The camera data that appears on the LCD monitor will differ, depending on the recording
settings of this product. The settings will be displayed with the following icons. The
settings will be displayed on the playback screen with the following icons.

: Automatic

: Exposure is set manually.

[22] How to Use Recording Useful functions for recording

Zooming

You can record an image with the subject magnified.

1. Move the power zoom lever to magnify or reduce the size of the image.

W:

Wider range of view (Wide angle)

T:

Close view (Telephoto)

Move the power zoom lever slightly for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster
zoom.

A: Wide angle
B: Telephoto

Note

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.
You cannot change the zoom speed with the W/T button on the LCD monitor.
The minimum possible distance between this product and subject while maintaining sharp
focus is about 1 cm (about 13/32 in.) for wide angle and about 80 cm (about 31 1/2 in.) for
telephoto.

[23] How to Use Recording Useful functions for recording

Capturing photos during movie recording (Dual Capture)

You can shoot photos during movie recording.

1. Press PHOTO during movie recording to capture still photos.

Note

You cannot capture photos during movie recording in the following situation(s):

When [ File Format] is set to [ AVCHD] and [ REC Mode] is set to [Highest Quality

], [60p Quality ] (1080 60i-compatible device)/[50p Quality ] (1080 50i-compatible
device).
When an item of [Picture Effect] is selected.
When [
When [
When [

SteadyShot] is set to [Intelligent Active].
File Format] is set to [ XAVC S 4K] and [ REC Mode] is set to [100Mbps ].
File Format] is set to [ XAVC S 4K] and [Dual Video REC] is set to [On].

[24] How to Use Recording Useful functions for recording

Recording in mirror mode

You can rotate the LCD monitor 180 degrees so the LCD monitor faces toward you to record
yourself.

1. Open the LCD monitor 90 degrees to this product ( ), then rotate it 180 degrees to the
lens side ( ), and then start recording.

Hint

A mirror-image of the subject appears on the LCD monitor, but the image will be normal
when recorded.

[25] How to Use

Recording Useful functions for recording

Intelligent Auto

This product records images after selecting the most suitable setting for the subjects or the
situation automatically.

1. Select - [On] - on the recording screen of movies or photos.

To cancel the Intelligent Auto function, select - [Off] - .

2. Point this product toward the subject and start recording.

The icons that correspond to the conditions detected are displayed.

About the detectable scenes

Face detection: (Portrait), (Baby)
Scene detection: (Backlight), (Landscape), (Night Scene), (Spotlight), (Low
light), (Macro)

Camera-shake detection: (Walk), (Tripod)

Sound detection: , (Auto Wind NR)

Note

This product may not detect the expected scene or subject, depending on the recording
conditions.

[26] How to Use

Recording Useful functions for recording

Decreasing the voice volume of the person recording the
movie (My Voice Canceling)

You can record movies decreasing the voice volume of the person recording the movie.

1. Press the button.

When [My Voice Canceling] is set to [On], is displayed.

Note

Set [My Voice Canceling] to [Off] if you want to record a movie without decreasing the
voice volume of the person recording the movie.
You cannot decrease the voice volume of the person recording the movie as expected.
The [My Voice Canceling] function does not activate while an external microphone is
connected to this product.

Hint

You can also set [My Voice Canceling] from the menu.

[27] How to Use

Recording Useful functions for recording

Recording the selected subject clearly (Lock-on AF)

This product can track a subject you select and adjust the focus automatically.

1. Touch the subject you want to track while recording.

To cancel the Lock-on AF function, select .

Note

The Lock-on AF function is not available when [ File Format] is set to [ XAVC S
4K] and [Dual Video REC] is set to [On].

[28] How to Use

Recording Useful functions for recording

Using the Time-lapse Capture function

In the time-lapse capture mode, photos are taken sequentially at regular intervals.

1. Open the LCD monitor of this product and turn the power on.

You can also turn on this product by pressing the (ON/STANDBY) button or by
pulling out the viewfinder (for models with a viewfinder).

2. Select [MODE] on the LCD monitor, and then select the time-lapse capture mode.

3. Press PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus, then press it fully.

When the focus is adjusted properly, the AE/AF lock indicator appears on the LCD

monitor.

The time-lapse capture will be stopped if you press the PHOTO button during time-

Size] - [ File Format].

lapse capture.

Note

To save battery power, it is recommended to power the camcorder using the AC adaptor
during when using the time-lapse capture mode.

[29] How to Use

Playback Playing images using Event View

Playing movies and photos from the Event View screen

You can search for recorded images by date and time of recording (Event View).

1. Open the LCD monitor and press (View Images) to enter the playback mode.

You can also operate by selecting (View Images) on the LCD monitor.

2. Select / to move the desired event to the center ( ) and then select it ( ).

This product displays recorded images as an event automatically, based on the date
and time.

Only movies saved in the format selected in [ File Format] will appear. You can
change the displayed movies by selecting the format from - [Image Quality/

When you select [ XAVC S 4K], change the [ Frame Rate] setting according
to the movie you want to play as well (1080 60i-compatible device).
[ Frame Rate]:
When you select 30p, 24p movies will not appear.
When you select 24p, 30p movies will not appear.

3. Select the image.

This product plays from the selected image to the last image in the event.

4. Select the appropriate buttons on the LCD monitor for various playback operations.

Buttons for playback operations

: Volume

/ : Previous/Next

: Delete

/ : Fast-reverse/fast-forward

: Context

/ : Pause/Play
: Stop
: Play/stop slide show

To start playing slide show, select PHOTO from in step 3.

: Motion shot video

: Motion Interval ADJ

Note

To prevent your image data from being lost, save all your recorded images on external

media periodically.
Some buttons described above may not appear, depending on the image being played
back.
In the default setting, a protected demonstration movie is pre-recorded (models with the
internal memory and FDR-AX40/AX55/AXP55).

Hint

As you repeat selecting / during playback, movies are played as fast as about 5
times - about 10 times - about 30 times - about 60 times.
Select / during pause to play movies slowly.
To repeat Slideshow, select - [Slideshow Set] when is selected with the Switch
Image Type button.

[30] How to Use

Playback Playing images using Event View

Screen display on the Event View screen

Explains items displayed on the Event View screen.

Event View screen

1. To the MENU screen

2. Event name

3. To the previous event

4. To the movie/photo recording mode

5. Highlight Movie Maker (*)

*

Highlight Movie Maker will be displayed when Movie format is set to AVCHD. It will not be

displayed when an external media device is connected to this product.

6. To switch movie format (XAVC S 4K/XAVC S HD/AVCHD/MP4)
The displayed icon differs depending on the [ File Format] setting.

7. Events

8. To the next event

9. Time-line bar

10. To change Event Scale (approx. 3 months/1.5 years)

Index screen

1. Event name

2. To close the index screen

3. To the previous event

4. To the next event

5. To the movie/photo recording mode

6. Last played image

7. Recorded time/number of photos

8. To switch between the movie/photo playback screen (VISUAL INDEX)

Select the image type ( MOVIE, PHOTO, MOVIE/PHOTO) you want to

play.

9. Movie

10. Highlight Movie

11. Photo

Note

Displayed icons may differ, depending on the model.

Hint

Reduced-size images which enable you to view many images at the same time on an
index screen are called “thumbnails.”

[31] How to Use

Playback Creating a highlight movie

About Highlight Movie Maker

Highlight Movie Maker on this product creates highlight movies (MP4 format) from a number

of movies (AVCHD format) you have recorded, freeing you from complicated editing work.

Highlight movies created with Highlight Movie Maker are edited to match the background
music you select allowing you to share moving scenes by viewing together with your friends
and family or uploading to a video sharing site.
You can create a highlight movie that suits your preference more by setting scenes to be
used with Highlight Movie Maker, setting highlight points during recording, or changing the
background music.
Highlight movies are saved with the date they were created on and can be played back in
the same way as recorded movies.

[32] How to Use Playback Creating a highlight movie

Creating a highlight movie (MP4 format) with Highlight
Movie Maker

Highlight Movie Maker can create highlight movies from a movies (AVCHD format).
You can customize the editing range of Highlight Movie Maker and the background music for
highlight movies according to your preference.
It is recommended that you use the AC Adaptor when creating highlight movies with
Highlight Movie Maker.

1. Open the LCD monitor and press (View Images) to enter the playback mode.

You can also operate by selecting (View Images) on the LCD monitor.
The Event View screen is displayed.

2. Display the desired event at the center of the Event View, and select [ Highlight].

[ Highlight] will not be displayed when only movies recorded in the AVCHD format
are selected.

3. To change the settings, select , change the settings according to your preference
on the displayed setting screen then select .

4. On the setting confirmation screen, select - . The highlight movie is
created.

The time required to create a highlight movie is about twice the total duration of the
movie being created.

The created highlight movie is saved in MP4 format.

5. Select the desired operation when creation of the highlight movie is completed.

A: To exit.
B: A screen where you can choose to share the created highlight movie on a
smartphone or computer is displayed. You will need a Wi-Fi connection or USB
connection to share the highlight movie.
C: To play back the created highlight movie to check the content.

Menu items that you can set

[Selection Range]

You can change the date range (starting date/ending date) of the highlight movie to be
created.

[Movie Length]

You can set the length of the highlight movie.

[Transition Effect]

You can set the effect of the transition between scenes in the highlight movie.

[Transition Speed]

You can set the speed of the transition between scenes in the highlight movie.

[Music]

You can select your preferred background music for the highlight movie.

[Audio mix]

The balance of recorded sound and background music is adjusted.

[Highlight Point]

You can select scenes to be included in the highlight movie.
To add highlight points, play back a movie, select to suspend playback, then select

.

To clear the set highlight points of a movie, select - [Clear All Points].

Hint

You can replace background music files on this product using Music Transfer of
“PlayMemories Home.”

Connect the product with your computer using a USB cable.
Start “PlayMemories Home” installed on your computer, then select Music Transfer from the menu
bar.

To transfer a highlight movie to a smartphone or a computer, select displayed on the
playback screen of the highlight movie.

Note

Select an AVCHD movie whose recording time is 5 seconds or longer.
If the duration of the selected movie is shorter than the time selected in [Movie Length] or
that of the background music, a highlight movie cannot be created.
The bit-rate of highlight movies created with [Highlight Movie Maker] is 12Mbps.
The created highlight movie cannot be saved if its file size exceeds the free space of the
memory.
Up to 10 highlight points can be set for a movie. If the number of set highlight points has
reached 10 points, no more highlight points can be set. To set a new highlight point, clear
all set highlight points and set them again.
When no highlight points are set, the highlight movie is edited with the points this product
selects.
There is a possibility that some of the highlight points you have set will not be used in the
highlight movie.
If the highlight movie cannot be played back due to corrupted background music file,
select - [Setup] - [ Playback Settings] - [Empty Music], then transfer the
background music file to this product. Background music files pre-installed to this product
can be recovered with Music Transfer of “PlayMemories Home.”
The sound of the highlight movie is converted to 2ch stereo audio.
Only AVCHD movies (except 24p movies) can be used for a highlight movie.
Background music preinstalled on this product have officially been contracted between
Sony and licensors. Movies containing the said background music are allowed for private
use, duplication, distribution, or public transmission only when the said movies are
intended for nonprofit purposes and without receiving any kind of consideration from the
person to whom the said movies are presented to.

[33] How to Use Playback Creating a highlight movie

Adding a highlight point during recording

You can specify highlight points (scenes to be included in a highlight movie) during
recording.

1. On the movie recording screen, select at the bottom right corner when a scene you
want to include in the highlight movie appears.

Note

Up to 10 highlight points can be set. If the number of set highlight points has reached 10
points, no more highlight points can be set. To set a new highlight point, set it when
creating the highlight movie.
Highlight points can be set only on AVCHD movies (except 24p movies) during recording.
Highlight points you set are not always used for the highlight movie.

[34] How to Use

Playback Creating a highlight movie

Playing highlight movies

You can play movies created in the Highlight Movie Maker.

1. Open the LCD monitor and press (View Images) to enter the playback mode.

You can also operate by selecting (View Images) on the LCD monitor.

2. Select at the top right corner of the screen - MP4 - .

3. Select / to move the desired event to the center ( ) and then select it ( ).

Highlight movies are saved with the date it was created on.

4. Select the image.

This product plays from the selected image to the last image in the event.

is displayed in the lower right corner of the highlight movie thumbnail.

Note

To prevent your image data from being lost, save all your highlight movies on external
media periodically.

[35] How to Use
format)

Playback Playing MP4 movies (HD movie) (switching the movie

Playing MP4 movies (HD movie) (switching the movie
format)

The format of a movie to be played or edited can be changed on the Event View screen.

1. Press (View Images) to enter the playback mode.

2. Select the movie format you want to play from at the top right corner of the
LCD monitor.

An icon other than may be displayed depending on the [ File Format]
setting and playback movie format setting.

The format of a movie to be played or edited will be switched.

[36] How to Use Playback Editing images from the playback screen

Notes on editing

Some basic editing operations can be done on this product. If you want to do advanced
editing operations, install and use the PlayMemories Home software.
You cannot restore images once they are deleted. Save important movies and photos
before deleting.
Do not remove the battery pack or the AC Adaptor from this product while deleting or
dividing the images. Doing so may damage the recording media.
Do not eject the memory card while deleting or dividing images saved on the memory
card.

[37] How to Use Playback Editing images from the playback screen

Deleting the selected images

Select and delete unnecessary images.

1. Press the button on this product to enter the playback mode.

2. On the Event View screen, select , and then select the movie format you
want to delete.

An icon other than may be displayed depending on the [ File Format]
setting and playback movie format setting.

3. - [Edit/Copy] - [Delete].

4. Select [Multiple Images], and then select the type of image you want to delete.

5. Add check marks to the movies or photos to be deleted and select .

Hint

You cannot delete protected images ( ). Release the protection of the data before
deleting.
To delete the unwanted part of a movie, divide the movie and then delete that part.

[38] How to Use

Playback Editing images from the playback screen

Deleting by date

Select unnecessary images by date of recording and delete them.

1. Press the button on this product to enter the playback mode.

2. On the Event View screen, select , and then select the movie format you

want to delete.

3. - [Edit/Copy] - [Delete].

4. Select [All In Event].

5. Select the date you want to delete using / , and then select .

Another icon may appear instead of depending on the [ File Format]
setting and the movie playback format.

[39] How to Use Playback Editing images from the playback screen

Dividing a movie

Split a recorded movie at your desired point.

This function is available only when [ File Format] is set to [ AVCHD].

1. Select - [Divide] on the movie playback screen.

2. Select the point where you want to divide the movie into scenes using / , and
then select .

A: Returns to the beginning of the selected movie

A: Returns to the beginning of the selected movie

B: Adjusts the dividing point with more precision

Note

A slight difference may occur from the point where you select and the actual dividing
point, as this product selects the dividing point based on about half-second increments.
An XAVC S movie or an MP4 movie cannot be divided.

[40] How to Use

Playback Editing images from the playback screen

Capturing a photo from a movie (models with the internal
memory or models with the USB IN/OUT jacks)

You can capture images from movies recorded with this product.

1. Select - [Photo Capture] that appears on the playback screen of a movie.

2. Select the scene you want to capture a photo using / , and then select .

The image size of the photo is as follows:

XAVC S 4K format: [8.3 M]
XAVC S HD/AVCHD format: [2.1 M].

B: Adjusts the capturing point with more precision

Note

You cannot capture photos from a movie saved on a memory card. (models with the USB
output only jack)

Hint

The recording date and time of captured photos are the same as the recording date and
time of the movies.
If the movie you are capturing from has no data code, the recording date and time of the
photo will be the date and time you captured from the movie.

[41] How to Use

Playback Editing images from the playback screen

Viewing trajectory of a moving object (Motion Shot
Video)

You can view the trajectory of a fast-moving object.

1. On the Event View screen, play your desired movie, and then select .
To stop [Motion Shot Video] playback, select .

Note

XAVC S 4K movies are not compatible with [Motion Shot Video].
[High Speed REC] is not compatible with [Motion Shot Video].
[Motion Shot Video] cannot be saved as movies.
Trajectories of a moving object may not be created properly if the object is moving slowly
or almost not at all.

Hint

If this function does not work well, you can use to change the interval of trajectories
to be created.
You can capture photos from your favorite scene of a [Motion Shot Video] ([Photo
Capture]).

[42] How to Use Playback Using the built-in projector

Notes on using the projector (models with the projector)

The LCD monitor turns off while an image is being projected.
Be careful of the following operations or situations while using the projector.

Make sure not to project images towards the eyes.
Make sure not to touch the projector lens.
The LCD monitor and the projector lens become hot while in use.
Using the projector shortens battery life (using the supplied AC Adaptor is recommended).

The following operations are unavailable while you are using the projector.

Operation of this product with the LCD monitor closed
Several other functions

When the projected images contain a lot of black, faint color unevenness may appear.
This is caused by light reflection in the projector lens and is not a malfunction.

[43] How to Use Playback Using the built-in projector

Using the built-in projector (models with the projector)

You can use a flat surface such as a wall as a screen to view recorded images using the
built-in projector.

1. Face the projector lens towards a surface, such as a wall, and then press
PROJECTOR.

2. Select [Image Shot on This Device] on the LCD monitor.

3. Select [Project] on the LCD monitor.

This screen appears the first time you use the built-in projector after this product is
turned on.

4. Adjust the focus of the projected image using the PROJECTOR FOCUS lever.

A: PROJECTOR FOCUS lever

The projected image is larger when the distance between this product and the
reflecting surface increase.

It is recommended that you place this product further than 0.5 m (1.6 feet) away
(approximate distance) from the surface that the images are to be projected onto.

5. Use the power zoom lever to move the selection frame that appears on the projection
screen, and then press the PHOTO button.

A: Power zoom lever
B: PHOTO button

For details on playback, see “Playing movies and photos from the Event View
screen.”

Press PROJECTOR to turn off the projector.

[44] How to Use Playback Using the built-in projector

Using the projector for your computer or other
devices(models with the projector)

You can project images from a computer or other devices using the built-in projector.

You can only operate the PROJECTOR FOCUS lever while projecting images.

1. Connect the PROJECTOR IN jack of this product to an HDMI output jack of the other
device using the HDMI cable (supplied).

2. Face the projector lens towards a surface, such as a wall, and then press
PROJECTOR.

3. Select [Image from External Device] on the LCD monitor.

4. Select [Project] on the LCD monitor.

This screen appears the first time you use the built-in projector after this product is
turned on.

5. Adjust the focus of the projected image using the PROJECTOR FOCUS lever.

A: PROJECTOR FOCUS lever

The further you position this product from the wall, the larger the screen will be.
It is recommended that you place this product further than 0.5 m (1.6 feet) away

(approximate distance) from the surface that the images are to be projected onto.

6. Select the image you want to view using your computer or other devices.

To turn off the projector, press PROJECTOR.

Note

Hint

If the terminal of the device connected is not compatible with the HDMI cable (supplied),
use an HDMI plug adaptor (sold separately). For details, refer to the instruction manual
supplied with the external media device.

[45] How to Use

Playback Playing images on a 4K TV

Viewing images on a 4K TV

You can play images recorded in the movie format [ XAVC S 4K], in high definition
image quality by connecting this product to a TV with an HDMI jack.

1. Switch the input on the TV to the connected jack.

- [Setup] - [ Connection] - [HDMI Resolution] - desired setting.

The playback image quality differs, depending on the [HDMI Resolution] setting value.

When [HDMI Resolution] is set to [Auto] or [2160p/1080p]

Playback image quality: 4K

When [HDMI Resolution] is set to [1080p], [1080i] or [720p]

Playback image quality: High definition image quality

2. Connect the HDMI cable ( ) (supplied) to the HDMI OUT jack ( ) on this product
and to the HDMI input jack ( ) on the TV.

Note

Refer to the instruction manuals of the TV as well.
Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power source.

[46] How to Use Playback Playing images on a 4K TV

Enlarging a part of an XAVC S 4K movie on the screen
during playback on TV (Trimming Playback)

You can enlarge a desired part of the image while a movie recorded in [ XAVC S 4K]
format is being played back on TV. The enlarged part is played back in high definition image
quality.
Photos are also trimmed and enlarged if you play back images in the event with both movies
and photos.

1. Switch the setting of this product according to the resolution of the connected 4K or
high definition TV.

- [Setup] - [ Connection] - [HDMI Resolution] - desired setting.
HDMI Resolution:
4K TV: [Auto](*), [2160p/1080p] (*), [1080p], [1080i], [720p]
High definition TV: [Auto], [1080p], [1080i], [720p]

*

A black screen appears for several seconds when the Trimming Playback function is turned

on or off.

2. Connect the HDMI cable ( ) (supplied) to the HDMI OUT jack ( ) on this product and
to the HDMI input jack ( ) on the TV.

3. Play a desired movie saved on this product.

4. Touch the (Trimming Playback) button on the LCD monitor of this product during
movie playback.
The trimming playback frame appears.

5. Touch the area you want to enlarge on the LCD monitor of this product.

The size of the trimmed image can be adjusted with the (zoom in)/ (zoom out)
buttons. You can also adjust the image size with the power zoom lever.

Note

Enlarged images cannot be played back on the LCD monitor of this product.
The (Trimming Playback) button is not displayed on the LCD monitor of this product in
the following cases:

When this product is connected to a TV that is not 4K or high definition
When a movie recorded in XAVC S HD or AVCHD format is played back
When only photos are played back

The trimming playback frame may not appear if you touch the periphery of the playback
screen.

[47] How to Use

Playback Playing images on a high definition TV

Connecting this product to a high definition TV

You can play images recorded in XAVC S or AVCHD movie format, in high definition image
quality by connecting this product to a TV with an HDMI jack.

1. Switch the input on the TV to the connected jack.

- [Setup] - [ Connection] - [HDMI Resolution] - desired setting.

The playback image quality differs, depending on the [HDMI Resolution] setting value.

When the movie format is XAVC S 4K

HDMI Resolution:

[Auto], [1080p], [1080i], [720p]

Playback image quality:

High definition image quality

HDMI Resolution:

[2160p/1080p]

Playback image quality:

4K (You cannot view images on a high definition TV.)

When the movie format is XAVC S HD or AVCHD

HDMI Resolution:

[Auto], [2160p/1080p], [1080p], [1080i], [720p]

Playback image quality:

High definition image quality

2. Connect the HDMI cable ( ) (supplied) to the HDMI OUT jack ( ) on this product and
to the HDMI input jack ( ) on the TV.

3. Play a movie or a photo on this product.

Note

Refer to the instruction manuals of the TV as well.
Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power source.
If the TV does not have an HDMI input jack, use an AV cable (sold separately). Images
are output in standard definition.
If you connect this product to the TV using more than one type of cable to output images,
HDMI input takes priority on the TV.

[48] How to Use

Playback Playing images on a high definition TV

Enjoying 5.1ch surround sound

You can record Dolby Digital 5.1ch surround sound with the built-in microphone (default
setting). Realistic sound can be enjoyed when playing a movie on devices that support 5.1ch
surround sound input.

This function is available only when [ File Format] is set to [ AVCHD].

A: Built-in microphone

Note

The sound of XAVC S and MP4 movies are recorded in 2ch sound.
The built-in speaker does not output 5.1ch surround sound even if you play back a movie
recorded with 5.1ch surround sound on this product.
To enjoy the 5.1ch surround sound of the movies recorded in 5.1ch sound, you need a
device compatible with 5.1ch surround.
When you connect this product with the supplied HDMI cable, the sound of movies
recorded in 5.1ch sound is automatically output in 5.1ch sound.

[49] How to Use

Playback Playing images on a high definition TV

Using BRAVIA Sync

You can operate this product with the remote commander of your TV by connecting this
product to a BRAVIA Sync compatible TV launched in 2008 or later with the HDMI cable.

You can operate the menu of this product by pressing the SYNC MENU button of the remote
commander of your TV. You can display the LCD monitor of this product such as Event
View, play selected movies or display selected photos by pressing up/down/left/right/enter
buttons of the remote commander of your TV.

Note

There may be some operations you cannot do with the remote commander.
Set [CTRL FOR HDMI] to [On].
Also set your TV accordingly. Refer to the instruction manual of the TV for details.
The operation of BRAVIA Sync differs according to each model of BRAVIA. Refer to the
instruction manual of your TV for details.
If you turn off the TV, this product is turned off simultaneously.

[50] How to Use

Playback Playing images on a high definition TV

On Photo TV HD

This product is compatible with the Photo TV HD standard. Photo TV HD allows for highly­detailed, photo-like depiction of subtle textures and colors. By connecting Sony’s Photo TV
HD-compatible devices using the HDMI cable(*), a whole new world of photos can be
enjoyed in breathtaking HD quality.

*

The TV will automatically switch to the appropriate mode when playing back movies or displaying

photos.

[51] How to Use Playback Playing images on a high definition TV

On the HDMI cable

Use the supplied HDMI cable or an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo.
Use an HDMI cable with an HDMI micro connector on one end (this product) and a plug
suitable for connecting to a TV on the other end.
Copyright-protected images are not output from the HDMI OUT jack of this product.
Some TVs may not function correctly (e.g., no sound or image) with this connection.
Do not connect the HDMI OUT jack of this product to an external device HDMI OUT jack,
as malfunction may result.
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an interface to send both video/audio
signals. The HDMI OUT jack outputs high quality images and digital audio.

[52] How to Use Playback Playing images on a high definition TV

Enlarging a part of an XAVC S 4K movie on the screen
during playback on TV (Trimming Playback)

You can enlarge a desired part of the image while a movie recorded in [ XAVC S 4K]
format is being played back on TV. The enlarged part is played back in high definition image
quality.
Photos are also trimmed and enlarged if you play back images in the event with both movies
and photos.

1. Switch the setting of this product according to the resolution of the connected 4K or
high definition TV.

- [Setup] - [ Connection] - [HDMI Resolution] - desired setting.
HDMI Resolution:
4K TV: [Auto](*), [2160p/1080p] (*), [1080p], [1080i], [720p]
High definition TV: [Auto], [1080p], [1080i], [720p]

*

A black screen appears for several seconds when the Trimming Playback function is turned

on or off.

2. Connect the HDMI cable ( ) (supplied) to the HDMI OUT jack ( ) on this product and
to the HDMI input jack ( ) on the TV.

3. Play a desired movie saved on this product.

4. Touch the (Trimming Playback) button on the LCD monitor of this product during
movie playback.
The trimming playback frame appears.

5. Touch the area you want to enlarge on the LCD monitor of this product.

The size of the trimmed image can be adjusted with the (zoom in)/ (zoom out)
buttons. You can also adjust the image size with the power zoom lever.

Note

Enlarged images cannot be played back on the LCD monitor of this product.
The (Trimming Playback) button is not displayed on the LCD monitor of this product in
the following cases:

When this product is connected to a TV that is not 4K or high definition
When a movie recorded in XAVC S HD or AVCHD format is played back
When only photos are played back

The trimming playback frame may not appear if you touch the periphery of the playback
screen.

[53] How to Use

Playback Playing images on a non-high-definition TV

Connecting this product to a non-high-definition TV

Play back images with this product connected to a TV by an AV cable (sold separately).

A: AV cable (sold separately)

1. Switch the input on the TV to the connected jack.

2. Connect the Multi/Micro USB terminal of this product and the VIDEO/AUDIO jack of
your TV using an AV cable (sold separately).

3. Play a movie or a photo on this product.

Note

Refer to the instruction manuals of the TV as well.
Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power source.

[54] How to Use

Saving images How to save movies

Saving movies

How to save images in each format is as follows.

XAVC S 4K

How to save:

Save images on USB external hard disk or on your computer using the PlayMemories Home
software.

Saving format:

XAVC S 4K

XAVC S HD
How to save:

Save images on USB external hard disk or on your computer using the PlayMemories Home
software.

Saving format:

XAVC S HD

AVCHD
How to save:

Save images on USB external hard disk or on your computer using the PlayMemories Home
software.

Saving format:

AVCHD

Hint

For the latest storage environment, visit the following website.
http://www.sony.net/
You may also save by connecting a recorder with an AV cable (sold separately). The
image quality will be standard definition.

To transfer images to your smartphone

Connect this product and your smartphone via Wi-Fi to transfer MP4 movies to the
smartphone. To record movies in MP4 format, set [Dual Video REC] to [On]. MP4 is a movie
format suitable for uploading to websites. This product records an MP4 movie
simultaneously while recording a movie.

[55] How to Use Saving images Using the PlayMemories Home software

Import and utilize images on your computer

(PlayMemories Home)

You can import movies and still images to your computer to use them in a variety of ways.
PlayMemories Home is necessary to import XAVC S or AVCHD movies to your computer.

A: Import images from this product
B: The functions below are also available on a Windows PC
C: View images in a calendar
D: Create a movie disc
E: Upload images to online services
F: Play the imported images
G: Share images on PlayMemories Online

Installing the PlayMemories Home software in your computer

PlayMemories Home can be downloaded from the following URL.
http://www.sony.net/pm/

[56] How to Use Saving images Using the PlayMemories Home software

Checking the computer system

You can check the system requirements for software at the following URL.
http://www.sony.net/pcenv/

[57] How to Use Saving images Using the PlayMemories Home software

Installing the PlayMemories Home software in your

computer

Installing the PlayMemories Home software on your computer enables you to make use of
your recorded images.

1. Access the following download page using an Internet browser on your computer to
download the PlayMemories Home software.
http://www.sony.net/pm/

Install the software according to the on-screen instructions.
When the installation has completed, PlayMemories Home starts.
If the PMB (Picture Motion Browser) software is installed on your computer, it will be

overwritten by the PlayMemories Home software. Use PlayMemories Home, the
successor software of PMB.

2. Connect this product and your computer with the micro USB Cable.

If the PlayMemories Home software is already installed on your computer, connect
this product to your computer. Functions that can be used with this product will then
be available.

To the Multi/Micro USB terminal
Micro USB cable
To the USB jack of your computer

Note

Log on to your computer as an administrator.
You may need to restart your computer. When prompted to restart, follow the on-screen
instructions.
Depending on the usage environment, DirectX can then be installed.

Hint

For details on PlayMemories Home, refer to the help of PlayMemories Home.

[58] How to Use Saving images Using the PlayMemories Home software

Disconnecting this product from the computer

Disconnect this product from the computer connected with the USB Cable.

1. Click in the task tray, and then click .

If you use a Windows Vista computer, click in the task tray.

2. Click the message displayed on the computer screen.

3. Select - [Yes] on the LCD monitor, and then disconnect the USB Cable.

Note

If you use a Mac computer, drag and drop the memory card or the drive icon to the Trash
before disconnecting. The connection with the computer is released.
If you use a Windows 7 or Windows 8 computer, a disconnection icon may not be
displayed. In this case, you can release the connection without performing the above
operations.

[59] How to Use

Saving images Using the PlayMemories Home software

About the dedicated software for this product

You can download the dedicated software from the Sony website.

Windows:

http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Win/

Mac:

http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/

Note

The software that can be used with this product will differ, depending on the
countries/regions.

[60] How to Use

Saving images Using the PlayMemories Home software

Creating a Blu-ray disc

You can create a Blu-ray disc with an AVCHD movie previously imported to a computer.

To create a Blu-ray disc, the “BD Add-on Software” must be installed.
http://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/BDUW/

Your computer must support the creation of Blu-ray discs.
BD-R (unrewritable) and BD-RE (rewritable) media are available for creating Blu-ray
discs. You cannot add contents to either type of disc after creating the disc.
To play back a Blu-ray disc that has been created with a movie that was recorded in [

AVCHD]/[60p Quality ] (1080 60i-compatible device) / [50p Quality ] (1080
50i-compatible device) image quality, you need a device that complies with the AVCHD
Ver. 2.0 format.
You cannot save MP4 or XAVC S images onto a Blu-ray disc.

[61] How to Use Saving images Saving images on an external media device

Notes on use of the USB external hard disk

Read the precautions when using the USB external hard disk.

Note

For this operation, you need the USB Adaptor Cable VMC-UAM2 (sold separately).
Connect the AC Adaptor to this product, and then connect the AC Adaptor to a wall outlet
(wall socket).
Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the external media device.
You may not be able to use external media devices with a code function.
The file systems this product recognizes are FAT32/exFAT/NTFS. To use an external
media device formatted with a file system that this product cannot recognize, format it on
your computer, etc. in advance. Before formatting, make sure that you have no important
data saved on the external media device as formatting will delete the data.
Operation is not guaranteed with all devices satisfying the operating requirements.
The number of scenes you can save on the external media device is as follows. However,
even if the external media device has free space, you cannot save scenes exceeding the
following number.

XAVC S movies: Max. 9,999
AVCHD movies: Max. 3,999
The total of photos and MP4 movies: Max. 40,000

The number of scenes may be smaller depending on the type of images recorded.

If this product does not recognize the external media device, try the following operations.

Reconnect the USB Adaptor Cable to this product.
If the external media device has the AC power cord (mains lead), connect it to a wall outlet (wall
socket).

You cannot copy images from an external media device to this product.

Devices that cannot be used as an external media device

The following devices cannot be used as an external media device:

ordinary disc drive such as CD or DVD drive
media devices connected via a USB hub
media devices with a built-in USB hub
card reader

[62] How to Use Saving images Saving images on an external media device

Saving images on an USB external hard disk device

Easily save movies and photos to external media devices such as a USB external hard disk
drive.

1. Connect this product to the external media device using a USB Adaptor Cable (sold
separately).

A: USB Adaptor Cable (sold separately)

Make sure not to disconnect the USB Cable while [Preparing image database file.
Please wait.] is displayed on the LCD monitor.

If [Repair Img. DB F.] is displayed on the LCD monitor of this product, select .

2. Select [Copy.] on the LCD monitor of this product.

Movies and photos that are stored on the recording media, and that have not yet
been saved on to an external media device can be saved on the connected media
device at this time.

This operation is available only when there are newly recorded images in this
product.

To disconnect the external media device, select while either Event View or
Event Index is displayed.

[63] How to Use Saving images Saving images on an external media device

Saving the desired images in this product to the external
media device

Save selected movies and photos on an external media device such as a USB external hard
disk drive.

1. Connect this product to the external media device using a USB Adaptor Cable (sold
separately).

A: USB Adaptor Cable (sold separately)

Make sure not to disconnect the USB Cable while [Preparing image database file.
Please wait.] is displayed on the LCD monitor.

If [Repair Img. DB F.] is displayed on the LCD monitor of this product, select .

2. Select [Play without copying.].

3. Select - [Edit/Copy] - [Copy], and then follow the on-screen instructions to save
images.

Hint

If you want to copy images that have not yet been copied, select - [Edit/Copy] ­[Direct Copy] while this product is connected to the external media device.

[64] How to Use

Saving images Saving images on an external media device

Playing back images in the USB external hard disk
device on this product

Play back images saved on a USB external hard disk device on this product.

1. Connect this product to the external media device using a USB Adaptor Cable (sold
separately).

A: USB Adaptor Cable (sold separately)

2. Select [Play without copying.], and then select the image you want to view.

Hint

You can also view images on a TV connected to this product.
When an external media device is connected, will appear on the Event View screen.
To play back the images saved on an external media device using your computer, select
the drive that represents the external media device on the PlayMemories Home software,
and then play movies.

[65] How to Use

Saving images Saving images on an external media device

Deleting images in the USB external hard disk device

Delete images saved on a USB external hard disk device.

1. Connect this product to the external media device using a USB Adaptor Cable (sold
separately).

A: USB Adaptor Cable (sold separately)

2. Select [Play without copying.].

3. Select - [Edit/Copy] - [Delete], and then follow on-screen instructions to delete
images.

[66] How to Use Saving images Creating a disc with a recorder

Creating a disc with a recorder

You can copy images on this product onto a disc or video casette. Connect this product to a

disc recorder with an AV cable (sold separately).

Note

Connect the AC Adaptor to this product, and then connect the AC Adaptor to a wall outlet
(wall socket).
Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the device connected.

1. Insert the recording medium in the recording device (a disc recorder, etc.).

If your recording device has an input selector, set it to the input mode.

2. Connect this product to the recording device with an AV cable (sold separately).

Connect this product to the input jacks of the recording device.

A: AV cable (sold separately)

3. Start playback on this product, and record it on the recording device.

4. When dubbing is finished, stop the recording device, and then this product.

Note

You cannot copy images to recorders connected with the HDMI cable.
Since copying is performed via analog data transfer, the image quality may deteriorate.
Images will be copied with standard definition image quality.
When you connect a monaural device, connect the yellow plug of an AV cable (sold
separately) to the video input jack, and the white (left channel) or the red (right channel)
plug to the audio input jack on the device.

Hint

Change the [Data Code] setting if you want to copy the date and time and the camera
setting data information.
Set [TV Type] to [4:3] if the screen size of your display device such as TV is 4:3.

[67] How to Use

Using the Wi-Fi function What you can do with the Wi-Fi function

What you can do with the Wi-Fi function

Explains what you can do using the Wi-Fi function of this product.

Saving movies and photos to your computer

Transferring movies (MP4) and photos to your smartphone or
tablet

Using your smartphone or tablet as a wireless remote
commander

Playing images on a TV

Live Streaming

applications store for your smartphone.

Multi Camera Control

Note

The Wi-Fi function of this product cannot be used by connecting to a public wireless
network.
PlayMemories Mobile is not guaranteed to work on all smartphones and tablets.

[68] How to Use

Using the Wi-Fi function Installing PlayMemories Mobile

About the PlayMemories Mobile software

To perform operations such as [Ctrl with Smartphone] and [Send to Smartphone], the
PlayMemories Mobile application for smartphone is required. Install the application from the

If PlayMemories Mobile is already installed in your smartphone, update the application to the
latest version.
For details on PlayMemories Mobile, visit the PlayMemories Mobile support page
(http://www.sony.net/pmm/).

[69] How to Use Using the Wi-Fi function Connecting a smartphone

Connecting to your NFC-enabled smartphone or tablet

You can easily connect this product to your NFC-enabled Android smartphone or tablet.

Note

Make sure that your smartphone is not in sleep mode and the screen is unlocked in
advance.

1. Touch

Make sure that (N mark) is displayed on the LCD monitor of this product.
Hold this product and your smartphone together and keep them still for about 1-2

seconds until PlayMemories Mobile starts up on your smartphone.

(N mark) of this product to (N mark) of your smartphone.

What you can do with the NFC connection

Operations available when you touch this product to an NFC-enabled smartphone differs
depending on the status of this product.

When this product is in movie/photo recording mode

[Ctrl with Smartphone] starts up.

When images are being played back on this product

[Send to Smartphone] starts up and images being played back are transferred.

Note

To use the one-touch functions of this product, an NFC-enabled smartphone or tablet is

required.
NFC (Near Field Communication) is an international standard for short-range wireless
communication technology.
If the connection is not made successfully, try the procedures shown in “Connecting to an
Android smartphone or tablet.”

[70] How to Use

Using the Wi-Fi function Connecting a smartphone

Connecting to your smartphone or tablet using the QR
Code

You can easily connect this product to your smartphone or tablet by reading the QR Code.

1. Install PlayMemories Mobile on your smartphone.

If PlayMemories Mobile is already installed on your smartphone, update the software
to the latest version.

2. Select - [Wireless] - [ Function] - [Ctrl with Smartphone].

The QR Code, SSID, password and device name are displayed.

3. Start up PlayMemories Mobile, and select [Scan QR Code of the Camera] from the
screen of PlayMemories Mobile.

4. Select [OK]. (If a message appears, select [OK] again.)

5. With your smartphone, read the QR Code displayed on the LCD monitor of the
camcorder.
Android

When [Connect with the camera?] is displayed, select [Connect].

iPhone/iPad

Follow the on-screen instructions and install the profile (setting information).

On Home, select [Settings] - [Wi-Fi].

Select the SSID of the camcorder.

Go back to the Home screen and start up PlayMemories Mobile.

Note

If the camcorder cannot be connected with the smartphone by NFC or by reading the QR
Code, connect by using the SSID and the password.

Hint

Once the QR Code is read and the connection has been successfully established, the
SSID (DIRECT-xxxx) and the password of the camcorder will be registered onto your
smartphone. Subsequent Wi-Fi connections between the camcorder and your
smartphone will only require selecting the SSID of the camcorder registered on your
smartphone.

[71] How to Use

Using the Wi-Fi function Connecting a smartphone

Connecting to your Android smartphone or tablet (by
entering an SSID and password)

Shows how to connect this product to your Android smartphone or tablet. Display the SSID
and password in advance by selecting [Send to Smartphone] or [Ctrl with Smartphone] on
this product.

1. Start up PlayMemories Mobile on the smartphone.

2. Select the SSID displayed on this product.

3. Enter the password displayed on this product.

[72] How to Use Using the Wi-Fi function Connecting a smartphone

Connecting to your iPhone or iPad (by entering an SSID
and password)

Shows how to connect this product to your iPhone or iPad. Display the SSID and password
in advance by selecting [Send to Smartphone] or [Ctrl with Smartphone] on this product.

1. Open the settings menu.

2. Select Wi-Fi.

3. Select the SSID displayed on this product.

4. Enter the password displayed on this product.

5. Confirm that the SSID displayed on this product is selected.

6. Go back to Home and start up PlayMemories Mobile.

[73] How to Use Using the Wi-Fi function Controlling via a smartphone

Using your smartphone or tablet as a wireless remote
commander

You can operate this product using your smartphone or tablet as a wireless remote
commander.

1. Install PlayMemories Mobile on your smartphone.

If PlayMemories Mobile is already installed in your smartphone, update the software
to the latest version.

2. On the LCD monitor of this product, select - [Wireless] - [ Function] - [Ctrl with
Smartphone].

The QR Code, SSID, password and device name are displayed on the LCD monitor
of this product. This product is now ready to be operated using your smartphone.

3. Start PlayMemories Mobile, select [Scan QR Code of the Camera] - [OK] - [OK], then
scan the QR Code displayed on the LCD monitor of this product with your smartphone
or tablet.

Connect to this product using your smartphone.
For details on connecting your smartphone, see “Related Topic.”

4. Operate this product using your smartphone.

Note

The photo size stored on the smartphone is [2M] except when the image size is [ S
(VGA)].
Movies are recorded on this product and are not stored on the smartphone.
The operation methods and display screens for the application are subject to change
without notice by future upgrades.
This application is not guaranteed to work on all smartphones and tablets.

Hint

For the latest supported OS, refer to the download page of PlayMemories Mobile.

[74] How to Use

Using the Wi-Fi function Controlling via a smartphone

Using your smartphone or tablet as a wireless remote
commander using the NFC function (NFC one-touch
remote)

You can operate this product using your NFC-enabled smartphone or tablet as a wireless
remote commander.

Note

Make sure that your smartphone is not in sleep mode and the screen is unlocked in
advance.

1. Install PlayMemories Mobile on your smartphone.

If PlayMemories Mobile is already installed in your smartphone, update the software
to the latest version.

2. Select [Settings] on the smartphone, then select [More…] and place a checkmark next
to [NFC].

3. Enter the recording mode, and then touch (N mark) of this product to (N mark)
of your smartphone.

Make sure that (N mark) is displayed on the LCD monitor of this product.
Hold this product and your smartphone together and keep them still for about 1-2

seconds until PlayMemories Mobile starts up on your smartphone.

4. Operate this product using your smartphone.

Note

The photo size stored on the smartphone is [2M] except when the image size is [ S
(VGA)].
Movies are recorded on this product and are not stored on the smartphone.
The operation methods and display screens for the application are subject to change
without notice by future upgrades.
This application is not guaranteed to work on all smartphones and tablets.
If the connections is not made successfully, try the procedures shown in “Connecting to
an Android smartphone or tablet.”

Hint

For the latest supported OS, refer to the download page of PlayMemories Mobile.

[75] How to Use Using the Wi-Fi function Transferring images to a smartphone

Transferring movies (MP4) and photos to your
smartphone or tablet

Transfer images to your smartphone or tablet.

1. Install PlayMemories Mobile on your smartphone.

If PlayMemories Mobile is already installed in your smartphone, update the software
to the latest version.

2. Press the button on this product to enter the playback mode.

3. On the LCD monitor of this product, select - [Wireless] - [ Function] - [Send to
Smartphone] - [Select on This Device].

If you select [Select on Smartphone], all images stored in the internal memory of this
product (models with the internal memory) or on the memory card are displayed on
the smartphone screen.

4. Select the type of image you want to transfer.

5. Select the image you want to transfer, and add mark, and then select -

.

The QR Code, SSID, password and device name and a password are displayed on
the LCD monitor of this product. This product is now ready to be connected from
your smartphone.

6. Start PlayMemories Mobile, select [Scan QR Code of the Camera] - [OK] - [OK], then

read the QR Code displayed on the LCD monitor of this product with your smartphone
or tablet.

Connect to this product using your smartphone.
For details on the connection method of your smartphone, see “Related Topic.”

7. The images are transferred from this product to the smartphone.

Transferred images will be stored in Gallery/Album on an Android smartphone/tablet
or Album on an iPhone/iPad.

Note

You cannot transfer XAVC S movies or AVCHD movies.
[Send to Smartphone] is not available when MP4 movies or still images have not been
saved on this product.
To select MP4 movies when playing back a movie, see “Playing MP4 movies (HD movie)
(switching the movie format)” and switch the movie format.
If you want to import images recorded on a memory card, insert the memory card to this
product, and then select the memory card in [Media Select] (models with the internal
memory).
This application is not guaranteed to work on all smartphones and tablets.

Hint

For the latest supported OS, refer to the download page of PlayMemories Mobile.

[76] How to Use

Using the Wi-Fi function Transferring images to a smartphone

Transferring movies (MP4) and photos to your
smartphone or tablet using the NFC function (NFC one­touch sharing)

Transfer images to your NFC-enabled Android smartphone or tablet.

Note

Make sure that your smartphone is not in sleep mode and the screen is unlocked in
advance.

1. Install PlayMemories Mobile on your smartphone.

If PlayMemories Mobile is already installed in your smartphone, update the software
to the latest version.

2. Select [Settings] on the smartphone, then select [More…] and place a checkmark next
to [NFC].

3. Press the button on this product to enter the playback mode, and then display the
image you want to transfer on the LCD monitor of this product.

4. Touch (N mark) of this product to (N mark) of your smartphone.

Hold this product and your smartphone together and keep them still for about 1-2
seconds until PlayMemories Mobile starts up on your smartphone.

Make sure that (N mark) is displayed on the LCD monitor of this product.

5. The images are transferred from this product to the smartphone.

Transferred images will be stored in Gallery/Album on an Android smartphone/tablet
or Album on an iPhone/iPad.

Note

You cannot transfer XAVC S movies or AVCHD movies.
[Send to Smartphone] is not available when MP4 movies or still images have not been
saved on this product.
Select “Switch Movie Format button” in “Playing MP4 movies (HD movie) (switching the
movie format)”, to select MP4 movies when you play back movies.
If you want to import images recorded on a memory card, insert the memory card to this
product, and then select the memory card in [Media Select] (models with the internal
memory).
This application is not guaranteed to work on all smartphones and tablets.
If the connections is not made successfully, try the procedures shown in “Connecting to
an Android smartphone or tablet.”

Hint

For the latest supported OS, refer to the download page of PlayMemories Mobile.

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Using the Wi-Fi function Transferring images to a computer

Send to Computer

You can transfer and save movies and photos to your computer.

1. Install the software on your computer.
For Windows: PlayMemories Home
http://www.sony.net/pm/
For Mac: Wireless Auto Import
http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/

If connecting this product to your computer for the first time after installing the
software, set [USB Connect Setting] to [Mass Storage] on this product, and then
connect this product to your computer with the USB Cable.

If the software is already installed in your computer, update the software to the latest
version.

2. Connect this product to the wireless network access point.

3. Press the button on this product to enter the playback mode.

4. On the LCD monitor of this product, select - [Wireless] - [ Function] - [Send to

Note

If your access point does not support the WPS push button, refer to “Access point
settings”.

If your access point supports the WPS push button, refer to “WPS Push”.
Settings for steps 1 and 2 are required only the first time.

Computer].

Images are automatically transferred to and saved on the computer.
Only newly recorded images are transferred.

Do not close the LCD monitor while transferring files. Transferring will be interrupted.
You must turn on the computer to execute [Send to Computer].
Depending on the settings of the application on the computer, this product may turn off
automatically after saving images.
If you want to import images recorded on a memory card, insert the memory card to this
product in advance (models with the internal memory).
Importing movies and multiple still images may take time.

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Using the Wi-Fi function Transferring images to a TV

Playing images on a TV (View on TV)

You can view images on your TV connected to the network by transferring images from this
product without connecting this product and TV with a cable.
Operations may be required on your TV before playing depending on the TV you use. Refer
to the instruction manuals of the TV as well.

1. Connect this product to a wireless network access point.

If your access point does not support the WPS push button, refer to “Access point
settings”.

If your access point supports the WPS push button, refer to “WPS Push”.
Step 1 can be skipped from the second time.

2. Press the button on this product to enter the playback mode.

3. Select - [Wireless] - [ Function] - [View on TV] - the type of image you want to

transfer.

4. Play a movie or a photo on the TV.

Note

This function is not available for [ XAVC S 4K] (models with the 4K functionality) and
[ XAVC S HD] movies.
This function is available with the DLNA player compatible TVs.
You can view images only on TVs that are compatible with the network function (including
wired network).
It may take time until the images are played on the TV.
This function is not available when using an access point without a security setting
(WEP/WPA/WPA2) to protect from prying eyes.
Select the access point you registered with this product when connecting your TV.
To enjoy viewing movies comfortably, use a wired network connection for your TV.
Depending on the wireless network environment, movies may not be played smoothly.
Depending on the settings of the recorded movie, it may not play smoothly.

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Using the Wi-Fi function Live Streaming

About Live Streaming

Live Streaming is a function to stream real-time video to a video sharing site such as
Ustream, and can be accomplished by using this product with a Wi-Fi router or smartphone
capable of tethering.
You can also send messages to your registered SNS (Facebook, Twitter, etc.) to announce
that you have started Live Streaming of video.*

*

Registration to a video sharing site or SNS is required.

A: Wi-Fi
B: Tethering mode
C: 3G/LTE
D: Comments from viewers

E: Video sharing site such as Ustream

To perform Live Streaming, the following preparations are
required.

Set the following settings for streaming in the Live Streaming settings of this product.

User registration to video sharing site (such as Ustream)
A smartphone (capable of tethering) or a Wi-Fi network environment
Live Streaming feature is dependent upon the Third Party Internet Provider's service and
terms in your region. The feature may not be available due to your region's broadband
and internet service restriction.
For the tethering settings of your smartphone or the Wi-Fi network settings of your router,
refer to the instructions manual of your smartphone or your Wi-Fi router. For more details
about the Wi-Fi network settings, consult the network service provider.

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Preparing Live Streaming

Configure the network settings on this product and register the video sharing site account
and SNS settings using the dedicated application “PlayMemories Home” installed on your
computer, in advance.
You can download “PlayMemories Home” from the following support site.
http://www.sony.net/pm/

A: USB

Connect to your computer with Mass Storage.

B: “PlayMemories Home”

Start “PlayMemories Home.”

C: Obtaining OAuth authenticated channel ID

Log in to Ustream and perform authentication using “PlayMemories Home.”

Network settings on the computer

Check the following settings before connecting this product to your computer.

Select - [Setup] - [ Connection] - [USB Connect Setting], and [Mass Storage] is

selected.

Select - [Setup] - [ Connection] - [USB LUN Setting] and confirm that [Multi] is

1. On the movie/photo recording screen, select - [Wireless] - [ Function] - [Live

selected.

You can set the following with the live streaming settings of “PlayMemories Home.”
Select “PlayMemories Home” - [Tools] - [Network Settings Tool].
For details, see http://www.sony.net/guide/nst/.

Streaming settings: You can set the streaming method and information of videos.

Streaming site, channel, image quality, and saving settings of the streaming site
Title and description of streaming video

SNS settings: By configuring this setting, you can post a comment through social
networking services when starting streaming video.

Connection settings for Twitter or Facebook
Comments you post

Live streaming settings of this product

Connect this product to the access point. For details, see “Access point settings” or “WPS
Push”.

Note

Your personal information (information required when logging in to Ustream, Twitter or
Facebook) is set in this product. Be sure to reset the settings of this product when you
transfer or dispose of it.

Hint

Ustream is a video sharing site through which you can stream and view videos with the
Live Streaming function of this product. For details of Ustream, see the following site.
(http://www.ustream.tv/).

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Using the Wi-Fi function Live Streaming

Performing Live Streaming

You can start Live Streaming after the preparation is complete.
When Live Streaming for the first time, it is recommended that you rehearse streaming in a
prepared environment after setting up with a “PlayMemories Home” on your computer in
advance.
Set your smartphone to tethering mode or turn on your Wi-Fi router before performing Live
Streaming.

Streaming].

2. Press the START/STOP button to start streaming.

[Connecting...] and the registered SSID are displayed during streaming preparation
then is displayed when Live Streaming starts.

3. Press the START/STOP button again to stop streaming.

is flashing until Live Streaming finished.

Note

For some languages, the onscreen-displays might change to English while using the Live
Streaming function.
The frame rate of the movie that is Live Streaming is fixed as follows:

1080 60i-compatible device: 30p or 60i.
1080 50i-compatible device: 25p or 50i.

There may be time lag of 10 - 30 seconds between the start of Live Streaming on this
product and video streaming on the video sharing site.
The following are not available during Live Streaming:

(My Voice Canceling)

Fader
Dual Video REC
Smile Shutter
[Intelligent Active] of [

Hint

SteadyShot]

You can record a movie that is Live Streaming into the memory of this product. The movie
is recorded either in the internal memory (internal memory equipped model only) or the
memory card based on the setting.
If the internal memory (internal memory equipped model only) or the memory card
becomes full, recording stops automatically without stopping streaming.

When you want to perform only Live Streaming without recording a movie into the internal
memory (models with the internal memory) or a memory card, select [Wireless] - [
Setting] - [Vid REC during strm.] - [Off].

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Restrictions for Live Streaming

There are restrictions when performing Live Streaming.

Restrictions for Ustream

There are some restrictions for video streaming on Ustream. For details, see the Ustream
site.

Network connection

Use a smartphone capable of tethering or Wi-Fi router for Live Streaming. However,
proper operation with all smartphones or Wi-Fi routers is not guaranteed. Public wireless
LANs cannot be used as connections for Live Streaming.

Simultaneous Live Streaming with multiple cameras

You cannot live stream videos simultaneously using the same account on more than 1
camera. You need to connect using another account.

Effects due to wireless communication conditions

When connected using the tethering function of a smartphone or via a Wi-Fi router,
images and sounds may be interrupted, or the communication may be cut off due to
wireless communication conditions.

Connection for Live Streaming

The communication time you can use for Live Streaming is limited according to the
contract of your smartphone or Wi-Fi router. Confirm it in advance.

Continuous streaming time

Continuous Live Streaming using this product is limited to about 13 hours.

Restrictions of network connections

In some countries, you cannot connect to Live Streaming sites. Use this function in
accordance with the laws of that country.
The Wi-Fi function of this product cannot be used by connecting to a public wireless
network.

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product

Using the Wi-Fi function Controlling other cameras through this

Shooting with this product and other cameras with Multi
Camera Control

This function enables you to record images using this product and several cameras

simultaneously by connecting them to Wi-Fi. You can also perform some basic operations of

the connected cameras, such as configuring the settings, from this product.
Recorded images can be edited with PlayMemories Home, including editing such as creating
a PinP (Picture in Picture; an image with an inset window of another image) clip.

1. Connect this product and other cameras via Wi-Fi.
For details on the connection method, see “Connecting this product to one camera

with Multi Camera Control (Single Connection) ” and “Connecting this product to
more than one camera with Multi Camera Control (Multi Connection) .”

A: This product
B: Shooting modes ( Movie, Still Image, Interval Shoot, Audio) of connected
cameras
C: Various settings of connected cameras

2. Select the displayed icons such as , or those in B in the figure above, select

, then configure the desired settings for each connected camera.

Among the menu items described in “Menu items that you can set” below, only the
items that can be configured on the connected camera will be displayed.

The status of the selected camera can be checked on the LCD monitor of this
product.

3. Press the START/STOP button of this product.
All devices are connected to this product will start recording. is displayed on the

icons of this product and the cameras that are recording movies.
By selecting , or icons displayed in B in the figure above during shooting,

you can check the image being recorded with the connected camera on the LCD
monitor of this product.

PHOTO or the zoom lever can be used even during shooting with Multi Camera
Control.

4. Press the START/STOP button of this product.
Recording ends.

Menu items that you can set

[Connect Device Swt] (displayed when one camera is connected)

Disconnects the currently connected camera and selects another device.

[Connect Device Reg] (displayed when several cameras are connected)

Registers cameras that have not been registered before.

[Shooting Mode]

Selects the shooting mode of the connected camera (for one camera when only one camera
is connected and for all cameras when several cameras are connected).

[ Movie]: Records movies.
[ Still Image]: Records photos.
[ Interval Shoot]: Continues to record photos at regular intervals.
[ Audio]: Records sound only.

[Shooting Settings]

Movie shooting settings (displayed when one camera is connected and the Shooting
Mode is set to [ Movie])

You can configure settings for movie shooting of the connected camera.
[Recording Mode]: Sets the movie image quality.
[ SteadyShot]: Sets to activate the camera-shake reduction.
[ Shooting Angle]: Sets the shooting angle.
[Flip]: Sets whether to record images upside down.
[ File Format]: Sets the file format for recording movies.

Still image shooting settings (displayed when one camera is connected and the
Shooting Mode is set to [ Still Image])

You can configure settings for photo shooting of the connected camera.
[Flip]: Sets whether to record images upside down.
[ Drive Mode]: Sets the continuous shooting method.
[ Shooting Interval]: Sets the interval of continuous shooting.
[ Self-Timer]: Sets self-timer.

Interval shooting settings (displayed when one camera is connected and the Shooting
Mode is set to [ Interval Shoot])

You can set the interval period for consecutive recordings of the interval photo recording.
[Flip]: Sets whether to record images upside down.
[ Shooting Interval]: Sets the interval period for in how many seconds a photo is recorded.

Connecting device settings (displayed when one camera is connected)

You can configure the settings of the connected camera.
[Beep]: Sets whether to emit operation beeps.

Note