Help Guide
Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder
FDR-AX700
Use this Help Guide when you have any questions on how to use your product.
This Help Guide is also available as a PDF, which can be downloaded here.
Before use
Parts and controls
Parts and controls (left front side/front)
Parts and controls (right front side/top)
Parts and controls (left back side/left back/bottom)
Parts and controls (right back side/back)
Parts and controls (wireless remote commander)
Changing the battery of the wireless remote commander
Screen indicators
Selecting the items on the LCD monitor
Recording formats available with the camcorder and their features
Getting started
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Supplied items
Power source preparations
Attaching the battery pack
Charging the battery pack using the AC Adaptor
Turning the power on
Using the camcorder supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket)
Adjusting the LCD monitor and viewfinder
Adjusting the viewfinder
Adjusting the LCD monitor
Initial setting
Preparing a memory card
Inserting a memory card
Selecting the memory card slot to be used for recording
Types of memory card you can use with your camcorder
Recording
Recording movies
Recording movies
Continuing recording on the memory cards one after another (Relay recording)
Recording movies on both the memory card A and B (Simultaneous recording)
Shooting photos
Using the zoom
Adjusting the zoom with the zoom lever
Adjusting the zoom with the manual lens ring
Adjusting the focus
Adjusting the focus manually
Adjusting the focus automatically
FOCUS AREA
Phase detection AF
AF DRIVE SPEED
AF SUBJ. TRACK SET
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Adjusting focus by tracking the desired subject (LOCK-ON AF)
Focusing by magnifying an image (FOCUS MAGNIFIER)
Focusing by touching the LCD monitor (SPOT FOCUS)
Focusing on a detected face (FACE DETECTION)
Adjusting the brightness
Adjusting the iris
Adjusting the gain
Adjusting the ISO sensitivity
Adjusting the shutter speed
Adjusting the light quantity (ND filter)
Adjusting the color tone
Adjusting the color to the natural tone (WHITE BALANCE)
Storing the adjusted white balance value in memory A or B
Audio setup
Recording audio with the internal microphone
Recording audio with a Multi interface shoe compatible microphone (sold separately)
Recording audio with an external microphone (sold separately)
Useful functions
Shooting in dark conditions (NIGHTSHOT)
Shooting with the picture quality that is set in advance (PICTURE PROFILE)
Changing the picture profile
Copying the picture profile setting to another picture profile number
Resetting the picture profile settings
Recording with Slow & Quick Motion
Recording with Super Slow Motion
Performing shooting adjustment with Direct Menu
Proxy recording
Reviewing the most recently recorded scene (LAST SCENE REVIEW)
Assigning the functions to the ASSIGN buttons
Playback
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Playing images on the camcorder
Playing back movies
Playing back photos
Changing/checking the settings of the camcorder
Changing the screen display
Displaying recording data (DATA CODE)
Checking the settings in the camcorder (STATUS CHECK)
Viewing images on the TV
On the HDMI cable
Viewing images on a 4K TV
Viewing images on a high definition TV
Viewing images on a non-high-definition TV
Editing
Notes on editing
Protecting movies and photos (PROTECT)
Deleting selected movies/photos
Dividing a movie
Saving images
Saving movies
Using the PlayMemories Home software
Import and utilize images on your computer (PlayMemories Home)
Checking the computer system
Installing the PlayMemories Home software in your computer
Disconnecting the camcorder from the computer
Creating a Blu-ray disc
Creating a disc with a recorder
Using the Wi-Fi function
About the PlayMemories Mobile software
Connecting a smartphone
Connecting to an NFC-enabled smartphone or tablet
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Connecting to a smartphone or tablet using the QR Code
Connecting to your Android smartphone or tablet (by entering an SSID and password)
Connecting to your iPhone or iPad (by entering an SSID and password)
Controlling via a smartphone
Using your smartphone or tablet as a wireless remote commander
Using your smartphone or tablet as a wireless remote commander using the NFC function (NFC one-touch remote)
List of menu items
Setting up menu items
How to use the keyboard
CAMERA SET
ISO/GAIN SEL
AUTO ISO LIMIT
AGC LIMIT
WB PRESET
WB OUTDOOR LEVEL
WB TEMP SET
WB SET
AE SHIFT
D. EXTENDER
ZOOM SET
STEADYSHOT (Movie)
STEADYSHOT (Photo)
FOCUS AREA
AF DRIVE SPEED
AF SUBJ. TRACK SET
LOCK-ON AF
FACE DETECTION
SLOW & QUICK (S&Q MOTION)
SLOW & QUICK (SUPER SLOW MOTION)
AUTO MODE SET
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SCENE SELECTION SET
SPOT METER/FOCUS
SPOT METER
SPOT FOCUS
LOW LUX
AUTO BACK LIGHT
NIGHTSHOT
NIGHTSHOT LIGHT
COLOR BAR
PICTURE PROFILE
REC/OUT SET
SHOOTING MODE
REC SET
IMAGE SIZE
FILE NUMBER
VIDEO OUT
AUDIO SET
VOLUME
AVCHD AUDIO FORMAT
AUDIO REC LEVEL
INT MIC WIND
MIC SELECT
AUDIO OUTPUT TIMING
DISPLAY SET
HISTOGRAM
ZEBRA
PEAKING
PHASE AF FRAMES
PHASE DETECT. AF AREA
MARKER
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FOCUS MAG RATIO
CAMERA DATA DISPLAY
AUDIO LEVEL DISPLAY
ZOOM DISPLAY
FOCUS DISPLAY
SHUTTER DISPLAY
DATA CODE
GAMMA DISP ASSIST
LCD BRIGHT
VF COLOR TEMP.
DISPLAY OUTPUT
TC/UB SET
TC/UB DISPLAY
TC PRESET
UB PRESET
TC FORMAT
TC RUN
TC MAKE
UB TIME REC
NETWORK SET
CTRL W/SMARTPHONE
Wi-Fi SET
AIRPLANE MODE
NETWORK RESET
OTHERS
STATUS CHECK
CAMERA PROFILE
S&Q BUTTON SETTING
ASSIGN BUTTON
CLOCK SET
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AREA SET
DST SET (SUMMERTIME)
LANGUAGE
DATE REC
BEEP
REC LAMP
REMOTE CONTROL
60i/50i SEL
MEDIA FORMAT
REPAIR IMAGE DB FILE
USB CONNECT
USB LUN SET
OPERATION TIME
VERSION DISPLAY
CALIBRATION
INITIALIZE
EDIT
PROTECT
DELETE
DIVIDE
Charging time/recording time of movies/number of recordable photos
Charging time
Expected recording and playback times for individual batteries
Expected recording time with each battery pack
Expected playback time with each battery pack
Expected movie recording time and number of recordable photos for memory cards
Notes on recording movies
Expected recording time of movie
Expected number of recordable photos
Bit-rate and recording pixels
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Recording pixels and aspect ratio of Proxy recording
Recording pixels and aspect ratio of photos
Precautions/This product
Precautions
About XAVC S format
About the AVCHD format
About the memory card
About the InfoLITHIUM battery pack
Handling of this product
On use and care
On connecting to a computer or accessory etc.
Notes on optional accessories
On moisture condensation
Notes on disposal/transfer the ownership of the camcorder
Notes on disposal/transfer of the memory card
Maintenance
On handling the LCD monitor
Care of the OLED panel display
To clean the casing
About care and storage of the lens
Using the camcorder abroad
On trademarks
Notes on the License
Zoom magnifications
Using the camcorder after a long time
Troubleshooting
If you have problems
Self-diagnosis display
Warning Indicators
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Parts and controls (left front side/front)
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REMOTE jack
For connecting the camcorder and a peripheral. You can control the camcorder, such as recording movies, with that
device.
1.
ASSIGN4 button /FOCUS MAGNIFIER button/PHOTO button (Photo mode only)2.
Multi interface shoe
For details on compatible accessories of the Multi interface shoe, visit the Sony web site 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.
3.
ASSIGN5 button/IRIS PUSH AUTO button4.
(N mark)
Touch an NFC-enabled smartphone to the mark to establish a connection with the camcorder.
Near Field Communication (NFC) is an international standard for short-range wireless communication technology.
5.
Remote sensor6.
Recording lamp
Flashes when the remaining battery level is low or free space of the memory card is low.
7.
NIGHTSHOT light emitter8.
Multi/Micro USB Terminal
VIDEO OUT jack
9.
MIC jack (PLUG IN POWER)10.
Power zoom lever11.
Cable clamper
Dedicated to fix the HDMI cable only. Do not attach other objects such as the shoulder strap to here.
12.
Hook for shoulder strap13.
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Parts and controls (right front side/top)
Attaching the lens hood
Align the marks on the lens hood to those on the camcorder, attach the lens hood to the camcorder (
), and then turn
the lens hood in the direction of arrow
until it is locked.
Hint
If you attach or remove a 62 mm (2 1/2 in.) PL filter or MC protector, remove the lens hood.
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Manual lens ring1.
Lens hood2.
Lens (ZEISS lens)3.
Internal microphone4.
ZOOM/FOCUS switch5.
AF/MF button6.
MENU button7.
Manual dial8.
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Parts and controls (left back side/left back/bottom)
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Lens adjustment dial1.
START/STOP button2.
HDMI OUT Terminal3.
DC IN jack4.
/ / / /SET button5.
ASSIGN6 button6.
POWER/CHG (charge) lamp7.
Grip belt8.
Tripod receptacles (1/4 inch)
For 1/4-20UNC screws.
For attaching a tripod with a screw shorter than 5.5 mm (sold separately). Some tripods may not be designed to
attach in the proper direction.
9.
BATT (battery) release lever10.
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Parts and controls (right back side/back)
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Eye sensor1.
Viewfinder2.
Large eyecup3.
AUTO/MANUAL switch4.
ND FILTER switch5.
Battery pack6.
(Headphones) jack7.
SHUTTER SPEED button8.
ISO/GAIN button9.
IRIS button10.
SLOT SELECT button11.
THUMBNAIL
(playback) button12.
Speaker13.
LCD monitor/touch panel
If you rotate the LCD monitor 180 degrees, you can close the LCD monitor with the screen facing out. This is
convenient during playback operations.
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Memory card slot A/Memory card access lamp15.
Memory card slot B/Memory card access lamp16.
DISPLAY button17.
ASSIGN3 button/PICTURE PROFILE button18.
ASSIGN2 button/STATUS CHECK button19.
ASSIGN1 button/S&Q button20.
WHITE BALANCE button21.
(On/Standby) button22.
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Parts and controls (wireless remote commander)
Remove the insulation sheet before using the wireless remote commander.
A: Insulation sheet
Note
Aim the wireless remote commander towards the remote sensor to operate your camcorder.
Point the remote sensor away from strong light sources such as direct sunlight or overhead lighting. Otherwise, the wireless
remote commander may not function properly.
When you are operating the camcorder with the supplied wireless remote commander, your video device may also operate. In
that case, select a commander mode other than DVD2 for your video device, or cover the sensor of your video device with black
paper.
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DATA CODE button1.
PHOTO button2.
SCAN/SLOW button3.
/ (PREV/NEXT) button4.
PLAY button5.
STOP button6.
DISPLAY button7.
Transmitter8.
START/STOP button9.
Power zoom lever10.
PAUSE button11.
VISUAL INDEX button12.
/ / / /ENTER button13.
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Changing the battery of the wireless remote commander
Note
When the lithium battery becomes weak, the operating distance of the wireless remote commander may shorten, or the wireless
remote commander may not function properly. In this case, replace the battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Use of
another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
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While pressing on the tab, inset your fingernail into the slit to pull out the battery case.
1
Place a new battery with the + side facing up.
2
Insert the battery case until it clicks into place.
A: Tab
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Screen indicators
Upper left （ ）
100% Remaining battery
Shooting mode
INTELLIGENT AUTO (face detection/scene detection/camera-shake
detection)
SCENE SELECTION
REC FORMAT (Movie mode)
Image size, aspect ratio (Photo mode)
Optical zoom
Z99
x1.2 Clear image zoom
Z99
x2.3 Digital zoom
SIMUL/RELAY REC
100-0001 Playback folder of memory card
Center （
）
AE/AF lock (Photo mode)
Vibration warning
Memory card
REC STBY Recording status
Warning
Playback indicator
Processing
Relay recording
HDMI REC CONTROL
Proxy recording
Upper right （
）
0 min Estimated remaining recording time
Folder number where photos are saved
9999 Approximate number of recordable photos
Recording/playback media
00:00:00:00 Time code (hour:minute:second:frame)
00 00 00 00 User bit (arbitrary digits)
Bottom （
）
FACE DETECTION [ON]
PEAKING
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ZEBRA
STEADYSHOT (Movie/Photo)
Manual focus
～ Picture profile
F5.6 Iris
1000/9dB ISO/Gain
100 180° Shutter speed
AVCHD AUDIO FORMAT
-2.0EV AE SHIFT
/ Auto setting/manual setting
A B White balance
LOW LUX
AUDIO LEVEL DISPLAY
AIRPLANE MODE
NFC is effective
D. EXTENDER
AUDIO REC LEVEL
NIGHTSHOT
MIC SELECT
ND FILTER
GAMMA DISP ASSIST
HISTOGRAM
Data code during recording
The recording date, time and condition are recorded automatically. They are not displayed while recording. However, you
can check them by selecting
(DISPLAY SET) - [DATA CODE] and choosing the data that you want to display, or by
pressing the ASSIGN button to which the DATA CODE function is assigned, during playback.
Note
Indicators may look different or appear at different positions.
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Selecting the items on the LCD monitor
Use
(move up) / (move down) / (move to the left) / (move to the right) / SET (to decide by pressing) on the
menu that is displayed on the LCD monitor.
Some items are operated directly by touching the LCD monitor (SPOT METER/FOCUS, CALIBRATION ,etc.).
A: MENU button
B:
/ / / /SET button
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Recording formats available with the camcorder and their features
The camcorder 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:
100 Mbps, 60 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:
100 Mbps, 60 Mbps, 50 Mbps, 25 Mbps, 16 Mbps (When recording with S&Q MOTION: 50 Mbps or 25 Mbps)
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. 24 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.
Related Topic
REC SET
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Supplied items
Make sure that you have following items supplied with your camcorder. The numbers in ( ) indicate the supplied quantity.
Camcorder (1)
AC Adaptor (1)
Power cord (mains lead) (1)
USB cable (1)
Wireless Remote Commander (1)
A button-type lithium battery is already installed.
Remove the insulation sheet before using the Wireless Remote Commander.
Large eyecup (1)
Lens hood (1)
Lens cap (Attached to lens) (1)
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Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV70A (1)
When using the camcorder while connected to a wall outlet (wall socket), such as while charging, make sure to
attach the battery pack to the camcorder.
“Operating Guide” (1)
Related Topic
Parts and controls (wireless remote commander)
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Attaching the battery pack
Attach the battery pack to the camcorder.
To remove the battery pack
Turn off the camcorder. Slide the BATT (battery) release lever (
) and remove the battery pack ( ).
Note
You cannot use any InfoLITHIUM battery pack other than the V series to the camcorder.
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Close the LCD monitor and retract the viewfinder , and then attach the battery pack ( ).
Align the indentation on the camcorder and projection on the battery pack, then slide the battery pack upwards.
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Charging the battery pack using the AC Adaptor
Charge the battery pack using the supplied AC Adaptor. Attach the battery pack in advance.
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 the camcorder.
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 terminal with any metallic objects. This may cause a malfunction.
Hint
Close the LCD monitor .
When the viewfinder is pulled out, retract it.
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Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to the camcorder 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 the camcorder.
A: AC Adaptor
B: Power cord (mains lead)
C: DC IN jack
D: DC plug (Align the
mark on the DC plug)
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It is recommended that you charge the battery in a temperature range of 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F).
Related Topic
Charging time
Expected recording time with each battery pack
Expected playback time with each battery pack
Using the camcorder abroad
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Turning the power on
Turn on the camcorder.
To turn off the power
Close the LCD monitor.
If the viewfinder is pulled out, retract the viewfinder as shown in the illustration below.
You can also turn off the camcorder by pressing
(On/Standby) button.
Turning the camcorder on or off
The power of the camcorder 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 is pulled out, the camcorder is not turned off. When you turn off the power of
the camcorder, make sure that the viewfinder is retracted to the original position.
If warning messages appear on the LCD monitor, follow the instructions.
When recording movies or when connected to another device via USB, the camcorder does not turn off even if the LCD monitor
is closed and the viewfinder is returned to its original position.
We recommend turning the camcorder off frequently by closing the LCD monitor or retracting the viewfinder to prevent
consumption of the battery.
Open the LCD monitor of the camcorder and turn the power on.
You can also turn on the camcorder by pressing
(On/Standby) button.
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Using the camcorder supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket)
You can supply power to the camcorder from a wall outlet (wall socket) by using the AC adaptor.
Related Topic
Charging the battery pack using the AC Adaptor
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Operate the camcorder while it is connected to a wall outlet (wall socket) as shown in “ Charging the battery
pack using the AC Adaptor .”
If you attach the battery pack to the camcorder while the AC adaptor is connected to the camcorder, the battery
is not charged, but also not consumed.
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Adjusting the viewfinder
When using the viewfinder, extend it and position your eye near it.
If you extend the viewfinder while the LCD monitor is open, the display switches from the LCD monitor to the viewfinder
when you position your eye near the viewfinder.
If the viewfinder image appears blurred, turn the lens adjustment dial next to the viewfinder until the image is sharp.
A: Lens adjustment dial
Move it until the picture becomes clear.
When the picture in the viewfinder is hard to see
If you cannot see the picture in the viewfinder clearly under bright circumstances, use the supplied large eyecup. To
attach the large eyecup, stretch it slightly and fit it over the groove of the eyecup of to the camcorder. You can attach the
large eyecup facing either the right or left side.
A: Large eyecup (supplied)
Note
If the viewfinder is extended while the battery pack NP-FV100A (sold separately) is attached, the large eyecup and battery pack
may interfere with each other slightly. However, this does not affect the functionality of the camcorder.
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Adjusting the LCD monitor
The LCD monitor can be rotated in the range as illustrated below, allowing a person other than the camera operator to
see the image.
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.
A: Open 90 degrees.
B: 180 degrees (max.)
C: 90 degrees (max.)
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