Hint

• To view all the shooting advice, select MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Shooting Tip List].

Note

• If the charge lamp flashes when the battery pack is not fully charged, remove the battery pack or disconnect the USB cable from the camera and then re-insert it to recharge.
• If the charge lamp on the camera flashes when the AC Adaptor is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket), this indicates that charging is temporarily stopped because the temperature is outside the recommended range. When the temperature gets back within the appropriate range, the charging resumes. We recommend charging the battery pack at an ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C (50ºF to 86ºF).
• Connect the AC Adaptor to the nearest wall outlet (wall socket). If malfunctions occur while using the AC Adaptor, immediately disconnect the plug from the wall outlet (wall socket) to disconnect from the power source.
• When you use a completely new battery pack or a battery pack that has not been used for a long time, the charge lamp may flash quickly when the battery is charged for the first time. If this happens, remove the battery pack or disconnect the USB cable from the camera and then re-insert it to recharge.
• Do not continuously or repeatedly charge the battery pack without using it if it is already fully charged or close to fully charged. Doing so may cause a deterioration in battery performance.
• When charging is finished, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket).
• Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs, micro USB cables (supplied) and AC Adaptors (supplied).

Note

• Note the following points when charging via a computer:
  • If the product is connected to a laptop computer that is not connected to a power source, the laptop battery level decreases. Do not leave the product connected to a laptop computer for an extended period of time.
  • Do not turn on/off or restart the computer, or wake the computer from sleep mode when a USB connection has been established between the computer and the camera. Doing so may cause a malfunction. Before turning on/off or restarting the computer, or waking the computer from sleep mode, disconnect the camera from the computer.
  • Proper operation cannot be guaranteed on all types of computers.
  • Charging cannot be guaranteed with a custom-built computer, modified computer, or a computer connected through a USB hub.
  • The camera may not operate correctly when other USB devices are used at the same time.

Note

• You can shoot or play back images while the supplied AC adaptor is connected to the camera. However, the camera will turn off when the battery pack is completely discharged.
• If you use the camera while power is supplied from a wall outlet (wall socket), make sure that the icon (/) displays on the monitor.

Hint

• When you use a memory card with this product for the first time, it is recommended that you format the card using the product for stable performance of the memory card.

Note

• If the date and time setting is cancelled halfway, the setting screen for the date and time appears every time you turn on the camera.

Hint

• When the product cannot focus automatically, the focus indicator flashes and the beep does not sound. Either recompose the shot or change the focus setting.
• Focusing may be difficult in the following situations:
  • It is dark and the subject is distant.
  • The contrast of the subject is poor.
  • The subject is seen through glass.
  • The subject is moving quickly.
  • There is reflective light or shiny surfaces.
  • There is a flashing light.
  • The subject is backlit.

Hint

• You can assign the start/stop movie recording function to a preferred key. MENU→ (Custom Settings) → [Custom Key Settings] → set the function to the preferred key.

Note

• If you use a function such as zoom while shooting a movie, the noise of the lens operating will be recorded. The sound of the MOVIE button operating may also be recorded when you press the MOVIE button to stop recording.
• For the continuous shooting time of a movie recording, refer to "Recordable time of movies." When movie recording is finished, you can restart recording by pressing the MOVIE button again. Recording may stop to protect the product, depending on the temperature of the product or the battery.

Note

• The product will not recognize the scene when you shoot images with zoom functions other than optical zoom.
• The product may not properly recognize the scene under certain shooting conditions.

Note

• When the product is used to create composite images, the recording process takes longer than usual.
• The product will not recognize the scene when you use zoom functions other than optical zoom.
• The product may not properly recognize a scene under some shooting conditions.

Note

• According to the brightness of the environment, the program shift may not be used.
• Set the shooting mode to another one than “P” or turn off the power to cancel the setting you made.
• When the brightness changes, the aperture (F value) and shutter speed also change while maintaining the shift amount.

Note

• If the entire angle of the panoramic shot is not achieved within the set time, a gray area occurs in the composite image. If this happens, move the product faster to record the full panoramic image.
• When [Wide] is selected for [Panorama: Size], the entire angle of the panoramic shot may not be achieved within the given time. If this happens, try shooting after changing [Panorama: Size] to [Standard].
• Since several images are stitched together, the stitched part may not be recorded smoothly in some cases.
• The images may be blurred in dark scenes.
• When a light source such as a fluorescent light flickers, the brightness and color of a stitched image may not be consistent.
• The following situations are not suited for shooting Sweep Panorama:
  • Moving subjects.
  • Subjects that are too close to the product.
  • Subjects with continuously similar patterns, such as the sky, beach, or a lawn.
  • Subjects with constant change such as waves or water falls.
  • Subjects with brightness widely different from its surroundings such as the sun or a light bulb.
• The Sweep Panorama shooting may be interrupted in the following situations.
  • When the camera is panned too fast or too slow.
  • The subject is too blurry.

Hint

• You can turn the control wheel on the shooting screen to select the shooting direction.

Note

• Under the following settings, the shutter speed is slower, so use of a tripod is recommended to prevent the image from blurring:
  • [Night Scene]
  • [Night Portrait]
  • [Fireworks]
• In the [Hand-held Twilight] or [Anti Motion Blur] mode, the shutter clicks 4 times and an image is recorded.
• Reducing blur is less effective even in [Hand-held Twilight] or [Anti Motion Blur] when shooting the following subjects:
  • Subjects with erratic movement.
  • Subjects that are too close to the product.
  • Subjects with continuously similar patterns, such as the sky, a beach, or a lawn.
  • Subjects with constant change such as waves or water falls.
• In the case of [Hand-held Twilight] or [Anti Motion Blur], block noise may occur when using a light source that flickers, such as fluorescent lighting.

Hint

• To change the scene, rotate the control wheel on the shooting screen and select a new scene.

Note

• If proper exposure cannot be obtained after setup, the aperture value on the shooting screen blinks. Although you can shoot as it is, resetting is recommended.
• Use a tripod to prevent blurring when you use a slow shutter speed.
• The SteadyShot warning indicator does not appear in shutter speed priority mode.
• When the shutter speed is 1/3 second(s) or longer, noise reduction will be done after shooting for the same amount of time that the shutter was open. However, you cannot shoot any more while noise reduction is in progress.
• The brightness of the image on the monitor may differ from the actual image being shot.

Hint

• When a faster shutter speed is used, moving subjects, such as a running person, cars, or sea spray come out as if they are frozen in their movements. When a slower shutter speed is used, a trailing image of the movement of the subject is captured to create a more natural and dynamic image.

Note

• If proper exposure cannot be obtained after setup, the shutter speed on the shooting screen blinks. Although you can shoot as it is, resetting is recommended.
• The brightness of the image on the screen may differ from the actual image being shot.

Hint

• Smaller F-value (opening the aperture) narrows the range that is in focus. This allows you to put the subject in sharp focus and blur objects in front of and beyond the subject (depth of field becomes shallower). Larger F-value (narrowing down the aperture) widens the range that is in focus. This allows you to shoot the depth of the scenery (depth of field becomes deeper).

Note

• When [ISO] is set to [ISO AUTO], the ISO value automatically changes to achieve the appropriate exposure using the aperture value and shutter speed you have set. If the aperture value and shutter speed you have set are not suitable for appropriate exposure, the ISO value indicator will blink.
• The Metered Manual indicator does not appear when [ISO] is set to [ISO AUTO].
• When the amount of ambient light exceeds the metering range of the Metered Manual, the Metered Manual indicator flashes.
• The SteadyShot warning indicator does not appear in manual exposure mode.
• The brightness of the image on the monitor may differ from the actual image being shot.

Note

• Register shooting settings in advance by [Memory].
• If you set [Memory recall] after completing the shooting settings, the registered settings are given priority and the original settings may become invalid. Check the indicators on the screen before shooting.

Hint

• When you select other than [Optical zoom only] for [Zoom Setting], you can exceed the zoom range of the optical zoom to zoom images.

Note

• Set [Optical zoom only] if you want to magnify images within the range in which image quality does not deteriorate.

Hint

• The [Zoom Speed] settings are also used when you are zooming with a remote controller (sold separately) connected to the camera.

Note

• Selecting [Fast] increases the likelihood that the zoom sound will be recorded.

Note

• If you fire the flash before the flash unit pops up entirely, it may cause malfunction.
• You cannot use the flash when recording movies.
• While charging the flash, flashes. After charging is completed, the flashing icon will light up.
• When shooting with the flash and the zoom is set to W, the shadow of the lens may appear on the screen, depending on the shooting conditions. If this happens, shoot away from the subject or set the zoom to T and shoot with the flash again.
• When the monitor is tilted upward more than 90 degrees, it is difficult to operate the (Flash pop-up) switch. Raise the flash unit before adjusting the monitor angle.
• When using flash to shoot pictures of yourself, be careful not to look directly at the light, because the flash will go off at a close distance. To prevent the flash from hitting the monitor when you press it back down into the camera body after use, first return the monitor to its original position.

• You cannot use the flash when recording movies.
• While charging the flash, the indicator flashes. When the charging of the flash is finished, the indicator lights up.

Note

• The default setting depends on the shooting mode.
• Available flash mode depends on the shooting mode.

Note

• Histogram is not displayed during panorama shooting.

Hint

• To hide the grid lines displayed during still image shooting, select MENU →(Custom Settings) → [Grid Line] → [Off].
• To hide the marker displayed during movie recording, select MENU →(Custom Settings) → [Marker Display] → [Off].

Note

• [Center Lock-on AF] may not function very well in the following situations:
  • The subject is moving too quickly.
  • The subject is too small, or too large.
  • The contrast between the subject and the background is poor.
  • It is dark.
  • The ambient light changes.

• Lock-on AF does not work in the following situations:
  • In [iSweep Panorama] mode
  • When [Scene Selection] is set to [Hand-held Twilight] or [Anti Motion Blur]
  • When using the digital zoom

• The camera may not be able to resume tracking for a while after it loses the track of the subject.

Note

• You cannot use [AF Illuminator] in the following situations:
  • In movie mode
  • In [iSweep Panorama] mode
  • When [Scene Selection] is set to the following modes:
    • [Landscape]
    • [Adv.Sports Shooting]
    • [Night Scene]
    • [Pet]
    • [Fireworks]
• The AF illuminator emits a very bright light. Although there is no health hazard, do not look directly into the AF illuminator at close range.

Note

• If you shoot a subject in extremely bright or dark conditions, or when you use the flash, you may not be able to get a satisfactory effect.
• When you use [Manual Exposure], you can compensate for the exposure only when [ISO] is set to [ISO AUTO].

Note

• The setting is fixed to [Multi] in the following shooting modes:
  • [Intelligent Auto]
  • [Superior Auto]
  • [Scene Selection]
  • Zoom functions other than optical zoom

Note

• The zebra pattern is not displayed during HDMI connection.

Note

• Continuous shooting is unavailable in the following situations:
  • The shooting mode has been set to [iSweep Panorama].
  • The shooting mode is set to [Scene Selection] and a scene other than [Adv.Sports Shooting] is selected.
  • The [Picture Effect] is set to [Soft Focus], [HDR Painting], [Rich-tone Mono.], [Miniature], [Watercolor], or [Illustration].
  • [ISO] is set to [Multi Frame NR].
  • [Smile Shutter] is being used.

Hint

• Press the / button of the control wheel to end the self-timer.
• Press the / button and select (Single Shooting) of the control wheel to cancel the self-timer.

Note

• The self-timer is unavailable in the following situations:
  • The shooting mode is set to [iSweep Panorama].
  • [Adv.Sports Shooting] in [Scene Selection]
  • [Smile Shutter]

Hint

• Press the / button of the control wheel to end the self-timer.
• Press the / button and select (Single Shooting) of the control wheel to release the self-timer.

Hint

• If you want to use another Drive Mode than the 3-second self-timer mode, first set [Self-portrait/ -timer] to [Off], then tilt the monitor upward approx. 180 degrees.

Note

• [ISO AUTO] is selected when using the following functions:
  • [Intelligent Auto]
  • [Superior Auto]
  • [Scene Selection]
  • [iSweep Panorama]
• The higher the ISO value, the more noise will appear on the images.
• When you use [Multi Frame NR], it takes some time for the product to perform the overlay processing of images.

Note

• The flash cannot be used.
• When [Picture Effect] is set to something other than [Off], you cannot set [Multi Frame NR].

Note

• [White Balance] is fixed to [Auto] in the following situations:
  • [Intelligent Auto]
  • [Superior Auto]
  • [Scene Selection]

Note

• The message [Custom WB Error] indicates that the value is higher than the expected range, when the flash is used on a subject with too bright colors in the frame. If you register this value, the indicator turns orange on the recording information display. You can shoot at this point, but it is recommended that you set the white balance again to get a more accurate white balance value.

Hint

• You can perform detailed settings for the following [Picture Effect] modes using the left/right side of the control wheel.
  • [Toy Camera]
  • [Posterization]
  • [Partial Color]
  • [Soft Focus]
  • [HDR Painting]
  • [Miniature]
  • [Illustration]

Note

• When you use a zoom function other than the optical zoom, setting the zoom scale larger makes [Toy Camera] less effective.
• When [Partial Color] is selected, images may not retain the selected color, depending on the subject or shooting conditions.
• You cannot check the following effects on the shooting screen, because the product processes the image after the shot. Also, you cannot shoot another image until image processing is finished.
  • [Soft Focus]
  • [HDR Painting]
  • [Rich-tone Mono.]
  • [Miniature]
  • [Watercolor]
  • [Illustration]
• [Picture Effect] is not available for movies.
• In the case of [HDR Painting] and [Rich-tone Mono.], the shutter is released three times for one shot. Be careful about the following:
  • Use this function when the subject is motionless or does not flash light.
  • Do not change the composition before shooting.

  When the contrast of the scene is low or when significant camera-shake or subject blur has occurred, you may not be able to obtain good HDR images. If the product detects such a situation, / appear on the recorded image to inform you of this situation. If necessary, change the composition or otherwise adjust the settings, be careful of blurring, and shoot again.

• [Picture Effect] cannot be set when the shooting mode is set to [Intelligent Auto], [Superior Auto], [Scene Selection] or [iSweep Panorama].

Note

• When [File Format] is set to [AVCHD], the file size of movies is limited to approx. 2 GB. If the movie file size reaches approx. 2 GB during recording, a new movie file will be created automatically.
• When [File Format] is set to [MP4], the file size of movies is limited to approx. 4 GB. If the movie file size reaches approx. 4 GB during recording, recording will stop automatically.

Note

• 60p/50p movies can be played back only on compatible devices.
• Movies recorded with the [60p 28M(PS)]/[50p 28M(PS)]/[60i 24M(FX)]/[50i 24M(FX)]/ [24p 24M(FX)] /[25p 24M(FX)] setting in [Record Setting] are converted by PlayMemories Home in order to create an AVCHD recording disc. This conversion can take a long time. Also, you cannot create a disc in the original image quality. If you want to keep the original image quality, store your movies on a Blu-ray Disc.
• To play back 60p/50p/24p/25p movies on a TV, the TV must be compatible with the 60p/50p/24p/25p formats. If the TV is not compatible with the 60p/50p/24p/25p format, 60p/50p/24p/25p movies will be output as 60i/50i movies.

• You cannot create discs with movies recorded with [XAVC S HD] or [MP4] recording settings using PlayMemories Home.

Note

• The markers are displayed on the monitor. (You cannot output the markers.)

Hint

• You can display all the markers at the same time.
• Place the subject on the cross point of the [Guideframe] to make a balanced composition.

Note

• If you change the setting for [SteadyShot], the angle of view will change.

Note

• Setting this item to [On] where wind is not blowing sufficiently hard may cause normal sound to be recorded with too low volume.

Note

• Program Shift cannot be registered.

Note

• Some functions cannot be assigned to certain keys.

Note

• When you record movies using the [Photo Creativity] function, you cannot change any settings during the recording.
• If you switch the shooting mode to [Intelligent Auto] mode or [Superior Auto] mode, or turn off the product, the settings you have changed revert to the default settings.
• When the shooting mode is set to [Superior Auto], and you use [Photo Creativity], the product does not perform the overlay processing of images.

Hint

• When the [Smile/Face Detect.] is set to [Smile Shutter], you can select the Smile Detection Sensitivity from [On: Slight Smile], [On: Normal Smile] and [On: Big Smile].

Note

• You cannot use the Face Detection function with the following functions:
  • Zoom functions other than the optical zoom
  • [iSweep Panorama]
  • [Picture Effect] is set to [Posterization].
  • [Scene Selection] is set to [Landscape], [Night Scene] or [Sunset].
• Up to eight faces of your subjects can be detected.
• The product may not detect faces at all or may accidentally detect other objects as faces in some conditions.
• If the product cannot detect a face, set the Smile Detection Sensitivity.
• If you track a face using [Lock-on AF] while executing Smile Shutter function, Smile Detection is performed only for that face.

Hint

• When [Soft Skin Effect] is set to [On], you can select the effect level. Select the effect level by pressing the right/left side of the control wheel.

Note

• Up to eight faces can be registered.
• Shoot the face from the front in a brightly lit place. The face may not be registered correctly if it is obscured by a hat, a mask, sunglasses, etc.

Note

• Even if you execute [Delete], the data for registered face will remain in the product. To delete the data for registered faces from the product, select [Delete All].

Note

• Red Eye Reduction may not produce the desired effects. It depends on individual differences and conditions, such as distance to the subject, or whether the subject looks at the pre-strobe or not.

Note

• The trimmed image may not be the best possible composition, depending on the shooting conditions.
• [Auto Obj. Framing] cannot be set when using zoom functions other than the optical zoom.

Note

• If you shoot images with the date once, you cannot delete the date from the images later.
• The dates are doubly printed if you set the product to print dates when printing the images using PCs or printers.
• The recorded time of the image cannot be superimposed on the image.

Note

• When the product is enlarging an image using image processing, it may temporarily display the original image prior to enlarging and then display the enlarged image.
• The DISP (Display Setting) settings are applied for the Auto Review display.

Note

• When no memory card has been inserted, the images shot will not be saved.
• The default setting is [Enable]. It is recommended that you select [Disable] prior to actual shooting.

Hint

• The product creates an image database file on a memory card to record and play back images. An image that is not registered in the image database file may not be played back correctly. To play back images shot using other devices, register those images to the image database file using MENU → [Setup] → [Recover Image DB].

Hint

• You can also enlarge an image being played back using MENU.

Note

• You cannot enlarge movies.

Note

• The histogram is not displayed in the following situations:
  • During movie playback
  • During scrolling playback of panoramic images
  • During slideshows
  • During Folder View (MP4)
  • During AVCHD View
  • During XAVC S HD View

Hint

• Perform [Format] to delete all images, including protected images.

Note

• The menu items that can be selected differ depending on the [View Mode] setting.

Hint

• “Forward slow playback,” “Reverse slow playback,” “Displays the next frame” and “Displays the previous frame” are available during pause.

Note

• You cannot save the images made with [Motion Shot Video] as a movie file.
• If the motion of the subject is too slow or the subject does not move enough, the product may fail to create the image.

Hint

• You can also change the interval of the image tracking using MENU → (Playback) → [Motion Interval ADJ].

Note

• Panoramic images shot using other products may be displayed in a different size from the actual size, or may not scroll correctly.

Note

• You cannot add the DPOF mark to the following files:
  • Movies

Hint

• You can activate a slideshow only when [View Mode] is set to [Date View] or [Folder View(Still)].

Note

• You cannot rotate the movies.
• You may not be able to rotate images shot using other products.
• When viewing rotated images on a computer, the images may be displayed in their original orientation depending on the software.

Note

• This menu is only available with 4K-compatible TVs. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.

Note

• You cannot use [Beauty Effect] for the following images:
  • Panoramic images
  • Movies
• You cannot use the Beauty Effect on an extremely small facial image.
• To use the Beauty Effect on two or more faces, select the same image again after the effect has been applied once, and then use the effect on another face.
• The [Beauty Effect] may not work properly for some images.

Hint

• This product is compatible with the PhotoTV HD standard. If you connect Sony PhotoTV HD-compatible devices using an HDMI cable (sold separately), the TV is set to the image quality suitable for viewing still images, and a whole new world of photos can be enjoyed in breathtaking high quality.
• You can connect this product to Sony PhotoTV HD-compatible devices with a USB terminal using the supplied micro USB cable.
• The PhotoTV HD allows for a highly-detailed, photo-like expression of subtle textures and colors.
• For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the compatible TV.

Note

• Do not connect this product and another device using the output terminals of both. Doing so may cause a malfunction.
• Some devices may not work properly when connected to this product. For example, they may not output video or audio.
• Use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo or a genuine Sony cable.
• Use an HDMI cable that is compatible with the HDMI micro terminal of the product and the HDMI jack of the TV.
• If images do not appear on the TV screen properly, select [HDMI Resolution] mode from [1080i] or [1080p] using (Setup) → [HDMI Settings] → [HDMI Resolution] according to the TV to be connected.

Note

• If the product is not in playback mode, press the (Playback) button.
• Only TVs that support “BRAVIA” Sync can provide SYNC MENU operations. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV.
• If the product performs unwanted operations in response to the TV Remote Control when the product is connected to another manufacturer’s TV using an HDMI connection, select MENU → (Setup) → [HDMI Settings] → [CTRL FOR HDMI] → [Off].

Note

• If the shooting mode is set to [Scene Selection] and [Adv.Sports Shooting] is selected, the camera will not beep when it focuses on a subject.

Note

• Eye-Fi cards are only sold in certain countries/regions.
• For more information on Eye-Fi cards, please contact the manufacturer or vendor directly.
• Eye-Fi cards can be used only in the countries/regions where they were purchased. Use Eye-Fi cards in accordance with the law of the countries/regions where you purchased the card.
• Eye-Fi cards are equipped with a wireless LAN function. Do not insert an Eye-Fi card into the product in locations in which their use is prohibited, such as on an airplane. When an Eye-Fi card is inserted into the product, set [Upload Settings] to [Off]. When the upload function is set to [Off], theindicator will be displayed on the product.
• Power save mode will not function during uploading.
• If (error) is displayed, remove the memory card and reinsert it, or turn the product off and then on again. If the indicator appears again, the Eye-Fi card may be damaged.
• Wireless LAN communication may be influenced by other communication devices. If the communication status is poor, move closer to the access point to be connected.
• This product does not support Eye-Fi “Endless Memory Mode.” Before using an Eye-Fi card, be sure that “Endless Memory Mode” is turned off.

Note

• When [High] is set, battery consumption will be higher than when [Standard] is set.

Note

• The power save function is not activated when power is being supplied via USB, when playing back slideshows, when recording movies, or when connected to a computer or TV.

Note

• This function is provided with 1080 50i-compatible devices only. It is not provided with 1080 60i-compatible devices. The 1080 50i-compatible devices have a “50i” mark on the bottom of the product.
• If you insert a memory card that has previously been formatted with the PAL system, a message telling you that you must re-format the card appears. When you record using the NTSC system, re-format the memory card or use another memory card.
• When the NTSC mode is selected, the “Running on NTSC.” message always appears on the start-up screen each time you turn the product on.

Note

• You can set this item only when the product is powered by the AC-UD10/AC-UD11 AC Adaptor (sold separately).
• Even if [On] is selected, the product does not start a demonstration if there is no movie file on the memory card.
• When [On] is selected, the product does not switch to power save mode.

Note

• If the images are not displayed properly using the [Auto] setting, select either [1080i] or [1080p], based on which TV is to be connected.

Note

• [CTRL FOR HDMI] is available only with a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV.

Note

• It may take some time to make the connection between this product and a computer when [USB Connection] is set to [Auto].
• If Device Stage* is not displayed with Windows 7 or Windows 8, set [USB Connection] to [Auto].

* Device Stage is a menu screen used to manage connected devices, such as a camera (Function of Windows 7 or Windows 8).

Note

• If you use an AC-UD10/AC-UD11 AC adaptor (sold separately), power can be supplied to the product via USB cable even when the battery pack is not inserted.

Note

• Formatting permanently erases all data including even protected images.

Note

• You cannot select the folder when you select the [Date Form] setting.

Note

• When you insert a memory card that was used with other equipment into this product and shoot images, a new folder may be automatically created.
• Up to 4,000 images in total can be stored in one folder. When the folder capacity is exceeded, a new folder may be automatically created.

Note

• You cannot change the [Folder Name] settings for movies.

Note

• Use a sufficiently charged battery pack. Low battery power during repairing can cause damage to data.

Note

• Be sure not to eject the battery pack while resetting.
• When you perform [Initialize], downloaded applications on the product may be uninstalled. To use these applications again, re-install them.

Note

• When the product is in playback mode, the registered application will not launch even if you touch the smartphone to the product.
• When you call up an application with one touch, even if that application does not work with a smartphone, PlayMemories Mobile on smartphone will launch. Exit PlayMemories Mobile without performing an operation. If you do not exit PlayMemories Mobile, the smartphone stays in standby connection status.
• [Smart Remote Embedded] is assigned to [One-touch(NFC)] as a default setting.

Note

• When you record movies using a smartphone as a remote controller, the monitor of the product becomes darker.
• This product shares the connection information for [Smart Remote Embedded] with a device that has permission to connect. If you want to change the device that is permitted to connect to the product, reset the connection information by following these steps. MENU → (Wireless) → [SSID/PW Reset]. After resetting the connection information, you must register the smartphone again.
• Depending on future version upgrades, the operational procedures or screen displays are subject to change without notice.

About “NFC”

NFC is a technology that enables short-range wireless communication between various devices, such as mobile phones or IC tags, etc. NFC makes data communication simpler with just a touch on the designated touch-point.

• NFC (Near Field Communication) is an international standard of short-range wireless communication technology.

Note

• If you cannot make a connection, do as the following:
  • Launch PlayMemories Mobile on your smartphone, and then move the smartphone slowly toward the (N mark) of this product.
  • If the smartphone is in a case, remove it.
  • If the product is in a case, remove it.
  • Check whether the NFC function is activated on your smartphone.
• When [Airplane Mode] is set to [On], you cannot connect this product and the smartphone. Set [Airplane Mode] to [Off].
• If this product and the smartphone are connected when the product is in playback mode, the displayed image is sent to the smartphone.

Note

• You can only transfer images that are saved on the camera's memory card.
• You can select an image size to be sent to the smartphone from [Original], [2M] or [VGA].
  To change the image size, refer to the following steps.
  
  • For Android smartphone
    Start PlayMemories Mobile, and change the image size by [Settings] → [Copy Image Size].
  • For iPhone/iPad
    Select PlayMemories Mobile in the setting menu, and change the image size by [Copy Image Size].
• Some images may not be displayed on the smartphone depending on the recording format.
• You cannot send XAVC S or AVCHD format movies.
• This product shares the connection information for [Send to Smartphone] with a device that has permission to connect. If you want to change the device that is permitted to connect to the product, reset the connection information by following these steps. MENU → [Wireless] → [SSID/PW Reset]. After resetting the connection information, you must register the smartphone again.
• When [Airplane Mode] is set to [On], you cannot connect this product and the smartphone. Set [Airplane Mode] to [Off].

About “NFC”

NFC is a technology that enables short-range wireless communication between various devices, such as mobile phones or IC tags, etc. NFC makes data communication simpler with just a touch on the designated touch-point.

• NFC (Near Field Communication) is an international standard of short-range wireless communication technology.

Note

• You can select an image size to be sent to the smartphone from [Original], [2M], or [VGA].
  To change the image size, refer to the following steps.
  
  • For Android smartphone
    Start PlayMemories Mobile, and change the image size by [Settings] → [Copy Image Size].
• If the Image Index is displayed on the product, you cannot transfer images using the NFC function.
• If you cannot make a connection, perform the following:
  • Launch PlayMemories Mobile on your smartphone, and then move the smartphone slowly toward the (N mark) of this product.
  • If the smartphone is in a case, remove it.
  • If the product is in a case, remove it.
  • Confirm that the NFC function is activated on the smartphone.
• When [Airplane Mode] is set to [On], you cannot connect the product and the smartphone. Set [Airplane Mode] to [Off].
• You cannot send AVCHD format movies.
• You cannot send XAVC S format movies.
• When you save images to a MAC computer using the Wi-Fi function, use “Wireless Auto Import.”

Note

• Depending on the application settings of your computer, the product will turn off after saving the images to your computer.
• You can transfer images from the product to only one computer at a time.
• If you want to transfer images to another computer, connect the product and the computer via a USB connection and follow the instructions in PlayMemories Home.
• When you save images to the MAC computer using Wi-Fi function, use "Wireless Auto Import."

Note

• You can use this function on a TV that supports DLNA renderer.
• You can view images on a Wi-Fi Direct-enabled TV or network-enabled TV (including wired network-enabled TVs).
• If you connect TV and this product and do not use Wi-Fi Direct, you need to register your access point first.
• Displaying the images on the TV may take time.
• Movies cannot be shown on a TV via Wi-Fi. Use an HDMI cable (sold separately).

Note

• [WPS Push] works only if the security setting of your access point is set to WPA or WPA2 and your access point supports the WPS button method. If the security setting is set to WEP or your access point does not support the WPS button method, perform [Access Point Set.].
• For details about the available functions and settings of your access point, see the access point operating instructions or contact the administrator of the access point.
• A connection may not be enabled depending on the surrounding conditions, such as the type of wall material or if there is an obstruction or poor wireless signal between the product and access point. If that happens, change the location of the product or move the product closer to the access point.

How to use the keyboard

When manual character entry is required, a keyboard is displayed on the screen.

1. Input box

   The characters you entered are displayed.

2. Switch character types

   Each time you press on the center of the control wheel, the character type switches among alphabet letters, numerals and symbols.

3. Keyboard

   Each time you press on the center, the character that you enter will be displayed.

   For example: If you want to enter “abd”

   Select the key for “abc” and press once to display “a” → select “”((5) Move cursor) and press → select the key for “abc” and press twice to display “b” → select the key for “def” and press once to display “d”.

4. Finalize

   Finalizes the entered characters.

5. Move cursor

   Moves the cursor in the input box to the right or left.

6. Delete

   Deletes the character preceding the cursor.

7. 

   Switches the next character to a capital or small letter.

8. 

   Enters a space.

• To cancel the input, select [Cancel].

Other setting items

Depending on the status or the setting method of your access point, you may want to set more items.

WPS PIN:
Displays the PIN code you enter into the connected device.

Priority Connection:
Select [On] or [Off].

IP Address Setting:
Select [Auto] or [Manual].

IP Address:
If you are entering the IP address manually, enter the set address.

Subnet Mask/Default Gateway:
When you set [IP Address Setting] to [Manual], enter the IP address to match your network environment.

Note

• To give the registered access point priority, set [Priority Connection] to [On].

Note

• If you connect this product to the smartphone after resetting the connection information, you must register the smartphone again.

Note

• If MENU → (Wireless) → [Access Point Set.] → access point to be connected → [IP Address Setting] is set to [Manual], change the setting to [Auto].

Hint

How to launch the applications faster

• The uninstalled application can be re-installed. For details, see the application download website.

A: To the Multi/Micro USB Terminal

B: To the USB jack of the computer

Note

• Log on as Administrator.
• It may be necessary to restart your computer. When the restart confirmation message appears, restart the computer following the instructions on the screen.
• DirectX may be installed depending on your computer’s system environment.

Hint

• For details on PlayMemories Home, refer to the Help of PlayMemories Home or the PlayMemories Home support page (http://www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/) (English only).

Note

• For Mac computers, drag and drop the icon of the memory card or the drive icon in the “Trash” icon. The product is disconnected from the computer.
• For Windows 7/Windows 8 computers, the disconnect icon may not appear. In that case, you can skip steps 1 and 2 above.
• Do not remove a micro USB cable from this product while the access lamp is illuminated. The data may be damaged.