Sony X3000, HDR-AS300 User Manual

Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder/Digital HD Video Camera Recorder

X3000/HDR-AS300/HDR-AS50

Read This First

Identifying the parts

Screen display [3]

Getting Started

Checking the bundled items [4]

Inserting the battery pack [5]

Charging the battery pack [6]

Inserting a memory card

Setting the date and time [9]

Using the Underwater Housing

Identifying the parts (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) [1] Identifying the parts (HDR-AS50) [2]

FDR-

Inserting a memory card [7] The memory cards that can be used with the camera [8]

Identifying the parts (Underwater Housing) [10]

Using the Underwater Housing [11]

On waterproof performance of the Underwater Housing [12]

Using accessories

Shooting

Shooting movies and still images

Changing the Settings

List of setting items

Shooting settings

Notes on use for the Underwater Housing [13] Water leakage [14] Waterproof packing [15] How to check for water leaks [16] Maintenance [17]

Using the attachment buckle [18] Notes on using the adhesive mount (sold separately) [19]

Shooting movies (Movie mode) [20] Shooting still images (Photo mode) [21] Time-lapse capture mode [22] Loop recording mode [23] Using the zoom [24] Notes on long-time recording [25]

List of setting items [26] How to set the setting items [27]

Image quality setting [28]

Camera settings

Movie format [29] Time-lapse capture image size [30] Loop recording time [31] Still image mode switching [32] Still image shooting interval [33] Self-timer [34] Time-lapse shooting interval [35] Time-lapse shot number [36] SteadyShot (Movie) [37] SteadyShot (Still) (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) [38] Angle setting [39] Zoom setting [40] Flip [41] AE shift [42] Time-lapse AE mode [43] Scene [44] White balance [45] Color mode [46] Audio recording setting [47] Wind noise reduction [48]

Airplane mode [49] Wi-Fi connection setting [50] Wi-Fi Hi power setting [51] Bluetooth setting [52] Bluetooth remote controller power setting [53] GPS log (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) [54] Format [55] Time code/user bit (FDR-X3000) [56] IR remote (FDR-X3000) [57] HDMI settings (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) [58] USB power supply [59] Beep [60] Beep volume [61] Lamp setting [62]

One touch recording [63]

Viewing

Viewing images on a TV (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) [71]

Viewing using the Live-View Remote [72]

Delete [73]

Create your movie

Highlight Movie Maker

Stream real-time movie to a movie streaming site

Live Streaming with your camera (Real time movie streaming)

Auto power off [64] Switching NTSC/PAL [65] Date & time setting [66] Area setting [67] Daylight saving time (summer time) setting [68] Version [69] Resetting the settings [70]

Creating the highlight movie [74] Importing the BGM [75]

Live Streaming [76] Preparing for Live Streaming [77] Performing Live Streaming [78] Restrictions [79]

Using the camera connected to other devices via Wi-Fi

Connecting to your smartphone

Connecting to the Live-View Remote

Connecting to Handycam

Editing images imported to your computer

Using the Action Cam Movie Creator

Preparation for connecting to your smartphone [80] Sample smartphone screen display [81] Using One-touch Functions to Connect to an NFC-enabled Android Smartphone (FDR-X3000/HDR-

AS300) [82] Connecting a smartphone to Wi-Fi via QR Code (Android device) [83] Performing the Wi-Fi setting on a smartphone via QR Code (iPhone/iPad) [84] Connecting to a smartphone using ID/password (Android device) [85] Connecting to a smartphone using ID/password (iPhone/iPad) [86]

Connecting a single camera to Live-View Remote (Single connection) [87] Connecting multiple cameras to Live-View Remote (Multi connection) [88]

Connecting a single camera to Handycam (Single connection) [89] Connecting multiple cameras to Handycam (Multi connection) [90]

Useful functions of Action Cam Movie Creator [91] Installing Action Cam Movie Creator on your computer [92]

Editing images imported to your smartphone/tablet

Using the Action Cam App

Information

Recordable time

Battery pack

Using the camera abroad

Precautions

Useful functions of Action Cam App [93] Installing Action Cam App [94]

Estimated duration of recording and playback for supplied battery pack [95] Estimated recording time of movies [96] Estimated number of recordable still images [97]

On charging the battery pack [98] Effective use of the battery pack [99] About the remaining battery charge [100] How to store the battery pack [101] On battery pack life [102] To reduce the battery consumption [103]

On TV color systems (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) [104] Countries and regions where NTSC TV is used [105] Countries and regions where PAL TV is used [106] The list of time differences for world capitals [107]

Do not use/store the camera in the following places [108]

Specifications [120]

Trademarks [121]

Notes on License

List of Default Setting [123]

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting [124]

Battery pack and power

On carrying [109] Care and storage of the lens [110] On cleaning [111] On operating temperatures [112] On moisture condensation [113] Notes on optional accessories [114] On using the camera in close proximity to vibrating motors and engines (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300)

[115] Note on disposal/transfer of the memory card [116] On GPS (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) [117] On GPS errors (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) [118] On GPS use restriction (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) [119]

On GNU GPL/LGPL applied software [122]

Cannot turn on the camera. [125] The power turns off suddenly. [126] Battery life is short. [127] Cannot charge the camera. [128]

The remaining charge indicator is incorrect. [129]

Memory card

Shooting images

Viewing images

GPS

Computers

Wi-Fi

Operations using the memory card cannot be performed. [130]

Cannot record images. [131] Cannot insert dates on images. [132]

Cannot playback images. [133] The image does not appear on the TV. (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) [134]

The camera is not receiving a GPS signal. (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) [135] Excessive error in location information. (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) [136] It takes time to triangulate although the GPS assist data is taken in. (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300)

[137] The location information has not been recorded. (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) [138]

Your computer does not recognize the camera. [139] Cannot import images. [140] Action Cam Movie Creator cannot be installed. [141] Action Cam Movie Creator does not work correctly. [142] Cannot play back images on your computer. [143]

It takes too much time to transfer an image. [144]

Others

Warning indicators and messages

Warning indicators and error messages [148]

[1] Read This First

Identifying the parts (FDR-X3000/HDR -AS300)

The lens gets fogged. [145] The camera becomes warm when you use it for a long time. [146] The date or time is incorrect. [147]

Identifying the parts

[2] Read This First

Identifying the parts (HDR- AS50)

*1 *2

(on/standby) button

GPS sensor IR remote receiver (FDR-X3000) MENU button Display panel UP button/DOWN button REC lamp REC (Movie/still image) button/ENTER (Menu execute) button REC/LIVE lamp

(N Mark)

Lens

Speaker

Microphones

HDMI OUT jack

Multi/Micro USB terminal

Mic jack

CHG (Charge) lamp

Battery cover

Battery housing

Battery ejection lever

Connector cover (HDMI OUT jack, Multi/Micro USB Terminal/Mic jack)

REC lamp

Lock lever

Screw hole for tripod

Access lamp

Memory card insertion slot

Memory card cover

. .

When an external microphone (sold separately) is connected, audio cannot be recorded through the built-in microphone. The length of the corresponding tripod screw should be less than 5.5 mm (7/32 in.).

Identifying the parts

(on/standby) button

MENU button Display panel UP button/DOWN button REC lamp REC (Movie/still image) button/ENTER (Menu execute) button REC/LIVE lamp Lens Speaker Microphones Multi/Micro USB terminal

CHG (Charge) lamp

Battery cover

Battery housing

Battery ejection lever

Connector cover (Multi/Micro USB terminal)

REC lamp

Lock lever

Screw hole for tripod

Access lamp

Memory card insertion slot

Memory card cover

. .

The length of the corresponding tripod screw should be less than 5.5 mm (7/32 in.).

[3] Read This First

Screen display

The indicators described below are displayed on the camera. This screen display is an example of when shooting movies.

Display icons at 1

Display icons and value at 2

Display items at 3

Display icons at 4

: Wi-Fi connection setting (single connection)

: Wi-Fi connection setting (multi connection)

: Bluetooth is connected

: Searching for GPS satellites to receive GPS signals. Location information cannot be received.

(FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300)

: Recording location information available by triangulating (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300)

: Temperature of the camera is increased

: Battery level indicator of camera

: Airplane mode enabled

: Movie format

: Frame rate during movie shooting

: SteadyShot

: Time-lapse shot number

: Streaming viewers

Numbers of streaming viewers

: Still image mode

: Self-timer

: Audio recording is set to OFF

Recordable time, recording time, loop recording time Number of recordable still images, time-lapse shot number ON AIR: Streaming start Warning/Error message

: Movie mode : Photo mode

: Time-lapse capture mode

: Live streaming mode

[4] Getting Started

Checking the bundled items

Make sure that you have following bundled items. The number in parentheses indicates the quantity of that item bundled.

: Loop recording mode

: Angle setting

: Zoom ratio

: UP button/DOWN button operation guide (zoom switching, shooting mode switching, invalid

operation)

Camera (1) The camera is set in the Underwater Housing. Open the cover of the case as illustrated below.

Micro USB cable (1)

Rechargeable battery pack (NP-BX1) (1)

Underwater Housing (1)

Attachment Buckle (1)

[5] Getting Started

Inserting the battery pack

Startup Guide (1) Reference Guide (1)

Slide down the lock lever to open the battery cover.

Insert the battery pack.

：Align the direction of the arrow on the camera and the battery pack.

Close the battery cover and slide the lock lever up to lock.

To remove the battery pack

Open the cover and slide the battery ejection lever, then remove the battery pack.

To set auto power off function

It is recommended that you set the camera to turn off automatically, in order to decrease the battery consumption. Press the

Settings) button.

The default setting is power off

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Charging the battery pack

Confirm that the yellow mark on the lock lever is not visible.

Close the battery cover securely. Not doing so may cause a water leakage.

MENU button, then press the UP button or DOWN button to select the (Camera

(Auto power off) - time until the power is turned off, then press the REC/ENTER

(60 seconds). Change the setting as necessary. For details, see “Auto

”.

Turn off the power of the camera.

Charging is not possible when the camera is turned on.

Open the connector cover, connect the camera to an activated computer with the

micro USB cable (supplied).

The CHG (Charge) lamp lights in amber.

: Connector cover : Micro USB cable : CHG (Charge) lamp

The time takes for charging

Supplied battery pack (NP-BX1)

Checking the remaining battery charge

A remaining charge indicator appears on the upper right of the display panel.

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

When charging is finished, disconnect the micro USB cable between the camera and

the computer.

Charging is complete when the CHG (Charge) lamp turns off (full charge).

Via a computer: Approx. 265 minutes

Time required to charge a fully depleted battery pack at a temperature of 25°C (77°F). Charging may take longer under certain circumstances or conditions.

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

Note

You can use only type X battery with this camera. Turn off the camera while charging the battery. The charging stops when you turn on the camera while

charging. Do not apply force to the camera when you connect the camera to a computer. This may cause damage to

the camera or the computer. When you connect the camera to a notebook computer that is not connected to an AC power source, the

battery of the notebook computer may be depleted rapidly. Do not leave the camera connected to the computer for a long time.

Charging the battery pack or the connection with customized or hand-built computers is not guaranteed. Depending on the type of USB device used, charging may not function properly.

Operation with all computers is not assured. If you do not intend to use the camera for an extended period, charge the camera once every 6 to 12

months or remove the battery pack from the camera to maintain battery performance. Rapid charging is possible by using the AC adaptor (sold separately). To connect the AC adaptor, use the

micro USB cable (supplied).

[7] Getting Started

Inserting a memory card

To eject the memory card

Open the cover, then lightly push the memory card once.

Open the memory card cover.

Insert the memory card until it clicks.

microSD card/microSDHC card/microSDXC card: Insert in the direction of Memory Stick Micro (M2) media: Insert in the direction of

: Printed side : Terminal side

Close the memory card cover.

Note

Insert the memory card properly, confirming each side is facing the correct direction. 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. Format the memory card in the camera before use.

Save important data on the memory card on other media such as a computer, before formatting the memory

card.

[8] Getting Started

The memory cards that can be used with the camera

The memory cards that can be used with the camera are listed below.

*1 *2

Do not insert anything other than the compliant size of memory card into the memory card slot. Otherwise, a malfunction may result.

When inserting or ejecting the memory card, be careful to prevent the memory card from popping out and dropping.

Inserting a memory card

Memory card MP4 XAVC S

Memory stick micro (M2)

microSD memory card

microSDHC memory card

microSDXC memory card

SD speed class4: Memory card that satisfies all the conditions below.

4 GB or more capacity. SD speed class10:

If you want to record more than 100 Mbps, UHS speed class 3:

or faster, or UHS speed class1: or faster.

(Mark2 only)

*1 *2

or faster, or UHS speed class1 : or faster.

—

is necessary. (FDR-X3000)

Note

When you shoot long time with XAVC S or MP4 to the SDHC memory card, the file will be divided into 4 GB files. By using the Action Cam Movie Creator, you can unify the data and treat as 1 file.

To playback the divided files with the camera, it will be played back continuously. (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) Operation with all memory cards is not assured. For details about memory cards other than cards

manufactured by Sony, contact the individual makers. 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 maybe damaged. Format the memory card with the camera before use. Confirm that the connector cover and the battery pack/memory card cover are securely closed and any

foreign matter is not stuck in the cover before use. Otherwise, it may result in water immersion.

[9] Getting Started

Setting the date and time

Press the area/summer time/date and time will be displayed on the screen. Use the camera after setting the

date and time.

[10] Getting Started

Identifying the parts (Underwater Housing)

(on/standby) button to turn on the camera for the first time, the setting for

Press the UP button or DOWN button to select the setting, then press the

REC/ENTER button.

The following items are displayed on the screen in order.

: Area setting

: Daylight saving time (summer time) setting

Year/Month/Day Time setting

When the date and time/area confirmation screen is displayed, press the REC/ENTER

button.

Hint

The area is determined by the time difference in your area and Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). For the time difference, see “The list of time differences for world capitals”.

These settings can be performed on the camera settings. See “Date & time setting”, “Area setting” and “Daylight saving time (summer time) setting”.

Using the Underwater Housing

FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300

HDR-AS50

Case body

(on/standby) button

[11] Getting Started

Using the Underwater Housing

By inserting the camera in the Underwater Housing, you can shoot images underwater up to a depth of 60 m (197 feet) for 30 minutes continuously.

Leash attachment hole

(on/standby)/REC HOLD switch

REC (movie/still image) button/ENTER (menu execute) button Case cover MENU button Tripod screw hole UP button DOWN button Buckle lock

Buckle

Lead

Adaptor (HDR-AS50)

Waterproof packing

. .

Using the Underwater Housing

Slide the buckle lock in the direction of and hold it, then hold the circled parts

and swing out the buckle in the direction of

Open the case cover.

Insert the camera in the case body.

Insert the tab of the case body into the slot of the case cover.

Hook the buckle over the tab on the lower part of the case cover , then close the

buckle in the direction of

Make sure the buckle and buckle lock are firmly locked. (If you do not lock it securely, water may leak, or the camera may fall out.)

Note

Thread a suitable cord through the leash attachment hole of the Underwater Housing, then attach the cord

You cannot operate the (on/standby) button and REC/ENTER button when the REC HOLD switch is set to the lock position. Release the lock in the direction of the arrow below, before operation.

When using FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300 with the Underwater Housing supplied with HDR-AS50, detach the adaptor (

) from the Underwater Housing.

When using HDR-AS50, be sure that the adaptor is attached to the Underwater Housing. If the adaptor is not attached, the images that you shoot may be affected.

You can record audio while the camera is in the Underwater Housing, but the sound level is reduced.

to an item you intend to use with the camera.

[12] Getting Started

On waterproof performance of the Underwater Housing

Using the Underwater Housing

When the camera is inserted in the supplied Underwater Housing, the camera can shoot up to a water depth of 60 m (197 feet) for 30 minutes continuously. The waterproof performance is based on the testing standards of our company. Do not subject the Underwater Housing to pressurized water, such as from a tap. Do not use the Underwater Housing in hot springs. Use the Underwater Housing in water that is less than 40°C (194°F). Sometimes waterproof performance is lost if the Underwater Housing is subjected to a strong shock such as from being dropped. We recommend the Underwater Housing be inspected at an authorized repair shop (chargeable). Waterproof performance in all situations is not guaranteed.

Anti- fog sheet (AKA-AF1 (sold separately))

Insert the anti-fog sheet indoors with low humidity. Insert the anti-fog sheet in the camera a couple of hours before shooting. If you do not use the anti-fog sheet, place it in a bag and keep the top sealed. By drying the anti-fog sheet sufficiently, you can use it approximately 200 times repeatedly.

Note

When inserting the anti-fog sheet (AKA-AF1), place the camera into the Underwater Housing, then place the anti-fog sheet in the gap on the bottom of the camera and the Underwater Housing.

If you place the anti-fog sheet before placing the camera, the anti-fog sheet may be sandwiched and make it difficult to take out the camera.

: Anti-fog sheet

[13] Getting Started

Using the Underwater Housing

Notes on use for the Underwater Housing

[14] Getting Started

Water leakage

In the unlikely event that a malfunction of the Underwater Housing causes damage due to water leakage, Sony does not guarantee against damages to the equipment contained in it (camera, battery pack, etc.) and the recorded contents, nor expenses entailed in the photography.

[15] Getting Started

Waterproof packing

The camera uses an waterproof packing to maintain its water resistance. The waterproof packing maintenance is very important. Failure to do waterproof packing maintenance according to the instructions may lead to water leaks and cause the camera to sink.

Inspecting the waterproof packing

Do not throw the Underwater Housing into the water. Avoid using the Underwater Housing under the following situations. In these situations moisture condensation or water leakage may occur and damage the camera. In a very hot or humid place In water hotter than +40°C (104°F) At temperatures lower than –10°C (14°F) Do not leave the Underwater Housing under direct sunlight or in a very hot and humid place for a long period of time. If you cannot avoid leaving the Underwater Housing under direct sunlight, be sure to cover the Underwater Housing with a towel or other protection. When the camera overheats, it may be automatically turned off or recording may malfunction. To use the camera again, leave it in the cool place for a while to cool down. If sun oil is on the Underwater Housing, be sure to wash it off thoroughly using lukewarm water. If the Underwater Housing is left with sun oil on its body, the surface of the Underwater Housing may become discolored or damaged (such as cracks on the surface).

Using the Underwater Housing

Carefully check that there is no dirt, sand, hair, dust, salt, threads, sea water, etc., on the waterproof packing. If found, be sure to wipe off with a soft cloth. Lightly run your fingertip around the waterproof packing to check for any invisible dirt. Be careful not to leave any cloth fibers on the waterproof packing after wiping it. Check the waterproof packing for cracks, skewing, distortion, fine splitting, scratches, embedded sand, etc. Inspect the waterproof packing contact surface on the case body in the same way.

Note

[16] Getting Started

How to check for water leaks

Before installing the camera, always close the Underwater Housing and immerse it in water to make sure no water leaks in.

When finding a malfunction of Underwater Housing

If a malfunction is found by inspection of the waterproof packing or check for water leaks, stop using the camera immediately and take it to the nearest Sony dealer.

[17] Getting Started

Maintenance

Be sure to perform the above maintenance each time you use the Underwater Housing. Do not use any type of solvent such as alcohol, benzine or thinner for cleaning, as this might damage the surface finish of the Underwater Housing.

Water leaks may occur if you use the Underwater Housing while dirt, sea water, or other foreign objects are adhered to the “1. waterproof packing”. Before use, be sure to check that there is no dirt, sea water, or other foreign object adhered to the “1. waterproof packing” and be sure to check that there are no water leaks by following the instructions in “How to check for water leaks”.

Using the Underwater Housing

After recording in a location with a sea breeze, wash the camera thoroughly in fresh water with the buckle fastened to remove salt and sand, then wipe with a soft dry cloth. It is recommended that you submerge the Underwater Housing in fresh water for about 30 minutes. If it is left with salt on it, metal portions may be damaged or rust may form and cause water leakage. If sun oil is on the Underwater Housing, be sure to wash it off thoroughly using lukewarm water. Wipe the inside of the Underwater Housing with a soft dry cloth. Do not wash it with water.

When storing the Underwater Housing

[18] Getting Started

Using the attachment buckle

The attachment buckle is used for fixing the camera or Underwater Housing to an optional accessory you intend to use.

The procedure for fixing the attachment buckle to the Underwater Housing is explained here.

To detach the attachment buckle from the accessory

Press and hold the circled parts of the attachment buckle to unlock, then slide it in the opposite direction of step 2.

To prevent deterioration of the waterproof packing, store the Underwater Housing in a cool, wellventilated location. Do not fasten the buckle. Prevent dust from collecting on the waterproof packing. Avoid storing the Underwater Housing in a cold, very hot or humid place, or together with naphthalene or camphor, as these conditions might damage the Underwater Housing.

Using accessories

Align the tripod screw hole in the bottom of the Underwater Housing with the tripod

screw of the attachment buckle, and fix firmly with the tripod screw.

Attach the attachment buckle to the accessory by sliding it until it clicks into place.

Example of optional accessory attachment

Universal head mount kit BLT-UHM1

Backpack Mount VCT-BPM1

[19] Getting Started

Notes on using the adhesive mount (sold separately)

The adhesive mount is used for fixing the camera to an item you intend to use. The adhesive mount is general term for the attachment buckle, flat adhesive mount, and curved adhesive mount.

Note

Thread a suitable leash through the leash attachment hole of the Underwater Housing, then attach the leash to an item you intend to use with the camera.

Before use, confirm that the screw on the attachment buckle is not loose.

Using accessories

Press firmly on the adhesive portion.

The adhesive strength is greatest 24 hours after the item has been attached.

The flat adhesive mount and curved adhesive mount cannot be used again once they are

[20] Shooting

Shooting movies (Movie mode)

Record movies.

To stop shooting

Press the

detached from the location surface. When detaching, peel off slowly. If peeled off forcibly, the surface on which the mount is fixed might be damaged. Before attaching, check the surface of the item to be used. If it is dirty, or dust, moisture or oily substances are attached, adhesive strength may be impaired and the item could detach with slight impact. Use the appropriate adhesive mount (flat or curved) for the surface where the camera will be located. If the mount is not suitable for the surface, it may detach by slight impact. Before use, confirm that the screw hole on the attachment buckle is not loose, and the flat or curved adhesive mount is securely attached to the surface.

Shooting movies and still images

Press the (on/standby) button to turn on the power.

Press the MENU button.

Press the UP button or DOWN button to select mode), then press the REC/ENTER button.

Press the REC/ENTER button to start shooting.

The icon of the current selected shooting mode is displayed.

(shooting mode) - (Movie

REC/ENTER button during shooting.

Hint

While the one touch recording is set to ON, if you press the REC/ENTER button when the power is turned off, shooting starts in the previously selected shooting mode.

[21] Shooting

Shooting movies and still images

Shooting still images (Photo mode)

Record still images.

[22] Shooting

Time-lapse capture mode

The camera records still images at regular intervals and stops shooting when it reaches the set number.

Press the (on/standby) button to turn on the power.

Press the MENU button.

Press the UP button or DOWN button to select mode), then press the REC/ENTER button.

The icon of the current selected shooting mode is displayed.

Press the REC/ENTER button to shoot.

(shooting mode) - (Photo

Shooting movies and still images

Press the

Press the MENU button.

Press the UP button or DOWN button to select lapse capture mode), then press the REC/ENTER button.

The icon of the current selected shooting mode is displayed.

(on/standby) button to turn on the power.

(shooting mode) - (Time-

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