Hint

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

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 between the subject and the background 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.

Note

• If you use a function such as zoom while shooting a movie, the noise of the product 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 ambient temperature.

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 these scenes under some 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.
• When the whole angle of panoramic shooting and the AE/AF locked angle are very different in brightness and focus, the shooting may not be successful. If this happens, change AE/AF locked angle and shoot again.
• 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

• In the [Night Scene], [Night Portrait] and [Fireworks] modes, the shutter speed is slower, so use of a tripod is recommended to prevent the image from blurring.
• 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.

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 appear as if they are stopped. 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

• [ISO AUTO] cannot be selected for [ISO] in manual exposure mode.
• In manual exposure mode, the [ISO AUTO] setting under [ISO] is switched to the minimum ISO sensitivity. Change the ISO value to your desired setting if necessary.
• 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.

Note

• When not using the flash, press it back into the camera body.
• You cannot use the flash when recording movies.
• While charging the flash, flashes. After charging is completed, the flashing icon will light up.
• When an external flash (sold separately) is attached to the Multi Interface Shoe, the state of the external flash has priority over the setting of the product. You cannot use the product’s internal flash.
• Do not use a commercially available flash with high-voltage synchro terminals or with reverse polarity.
• 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.

Note

• The default setting depends on the shooting mode.
• Available flash mode depends on the shooting mode.
• The [Wireless] setting cannot be used with the camera’s internal flash.

Note

• The higher flash effect may not be visible due to the limited amount of flash light available, if the subject is outside the maximum range of the flash. If the subject is very close, the lower flash effect may not be visible.

Note

• Histogram is not displayed during panorama shooting.

Note

• If the subject is too close, the image may show any dust or fingerprints on the lens. Wipe the lens with a soft cloth, etc.
• Once you change the focus method, the distance of the focus you set up is cleared.

Hint

• When recording movies, [Focus Mode] is switched to (Continuous AF), and the product keeps focusing on the subject.

Note

• You cannot use [MF Assist] when shooting movies.

Note

• The [Lock-on AF] function may not operate 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.

Hint

• If you lose track of the subject, this product can detect the subject and resume the Lock-on AF function when the subject reappears on the screen.

Note

• Focus is achieved as long as the AF illuminator light reaches the subject, regardless of whether light fails to reach the center of the subject.
• You cannot use [AF Illuminator] in the following situations:
  • In movie mode
  • In [iSweep Panorama] mode
  • When [Scene Selection] is set to [Landscape], [Adv.Sports Shooting], [Night Scene], [Pet] or [Fireworks].
• When [Focus Area] is set to [Wide], the AF range finder frame is indicated by a dotted line.
• 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.

Note

• [Multi] is selected when using the following functions:
  • [Intelligent Auto]
  • [Superior Auto]
  • [Scene Selection]
  • Zoom functions other than optical zoom

Note

• The last shot is shown on the Auto Review.
• In [Manual Exposure], the exposure is shifted by adjusting the shutter speed.
• When you adjust the exposure, the exposure is shifted based on the compensated value.

Note

• The last shot is shown on the Auto Review.

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.
• The [ISO AUTO] setting is not available for [Manual Exposure]. If you change the exposure mode to [Manual Exposure] while set to [ISO AUTO], the ISO value is switched to the lowest value. Set the ISO in accordance with the shooting conditions.
• When you use [Multi Frame NR], it takes some time for the product to perform the overlay processing of images.

Hint

• You can change the automatically set range of ISO sensitivity in the [ISO AUTO] setting. Select [ISO AUTO] and press the right side of the control wheel, and set the desired values for [ISO AUTO Maximum] and [ISO AUTO Minimum]. The settings [ISO AUTO Maximum] and [ISO AUTO Minimum] are also applied when shooting in [ISO AUTO] mode under [Multi Frame NR].

Note

• The flash, [D-Range Opt.], and [Auto HDR] cannot be used.

Hint

• You can change the automatically set range of ISO sensitivity in the [ISO AUTO] setting. Select [ISO AUTO] and press the right button, and set the desired values for [ISO AUTO Maximum] and [ISO AUTO Minimum]. The settings [ISO AUTO Maximum] and [ISO AUTO Minimum] are also applied when shooting in [ISO AUTO] mode under [Multi Frame NR].

Note

• [DRO/Auto HDR] is fixed to [Off] when the shooting mode is set to [iSweep Panorama], or when [Multi Frame NR] or [Picture Effect] is used.
• [DRO/Auto HDR] is fixed to [Off] when [Night Scene], [Night Portrait], [Hand-held Twilight], [Anti Motion Blur], or [Fireworks] is selected in [Scene Selection]. The setting is fixed to [D-Range Optimizer: Auto] when other modes are selected in [Scene Selection].
• When shooting with [D-Range Opt.], the image may be noisy. Select the proper level by checking the recorded image, especially when you enhance the effect.

Note

• When the shooting mode is set to [Intelligent Auto], [Superior Auto], [iSweep Panorama] or [Scene Selection], you cannot select [Auto HDR].
• When [Multi Frame NR] is selected, you cannot select [Auto HDR].
• You cannot start the next shot until the capture process is completed after you shoot.
• You may not obtain the desired effect depending on the luminance difference of a subject and the shooting conditions.
• When the flash is used, this function has little effect.
• When the contrast of the scene is low or when product shake or subject blur occurs, you may not obtain good HDR images. If the product has detected a problem, is displayed on the recorded image to inform you of this situation. Shoot again as necessary, paying attention to the contrast or blur.

Hint

• You can use the right side of the control wheel to display the fine adjustment screen and perform fine adjustments of the color temperature as required.
• In [C.Temp./Filter], you can use the right button to display the color temperature setting screen and perform a setting. When you press the right button again, the fine adjustment screen appears to allow you perform fine adjustments as required.

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 yellow 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 [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. You cannot use these effects with movies.
  • [Soft Focus]
  • [HDR Painting]
  • [Rich-tone Mono.]
  • [Miniature]
  • [Watercolor]
  • [Illustration]
• 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.

Note

• [Standard] is selected when using the following functions:
  • [Intelligent Auto]
  • [Superior Auto]
  • [Scene Selection]
  • [Picture Effect]
• When [Creative Style] is set to [Black & White] or [Sepia], [Saturation] cannot be adjusted.

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 24p/25p movies on a TV, the TV must be compatible with the 24p/25p formats. If the TV is not compatible with the 24p/25p format, 24p/25p movies will be output as 60i/50i movies.

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

• [Auto Slow Shut.] does not function in the following situations:
  • When [ISO] is set to other than [ISO AUTO].

Note

• Program Shift cannot be registered.
• For some functions, the position of the dial and the setting actually used for shooting may not match. If this happens, shoot images by referring to the information displayed on the monitor.

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 [Face Detection] with the following functions:
  • When using zoom functions other than the optical zoom
• 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], Smile Detection is performed only for that face.

Hint

• When [Soft Skin Effect] is set to [On], you can select the effect level.

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.

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.
• 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.

Hint

• If you want to switch the display mode temporarily when the [FINDER/MONITOR] setting is [Auto], press the FINDER/MONITOR button.

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 use the enlarged playback function with 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

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 product 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.

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.
• 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.

Note

• 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) → [CTRL FOR HDMI] → [Off].

To receive a GPS signal

• Proper triangulation is not possible indoors or near tall buildings. Use the product in an open area outside, and turn the product off and on again.
• It may take from ten seconds to several minutes to acquire the location information.
• You can shorten the time of triangulation by using the GPS assist data.

Note

• It may take from ten seconds to several minutes to acquire the location information when you turn on this product. If you shoot images before the product acquires the location information, the information is not recorded on the images. To record a correct location information, first make sure the product receives the GPS signal, then shoot the images.
• During take off and landing of an airplane, set [Airplane Mode] to [On].
• Use GPS in accordance with the regulations of the countries or regions where you use the product.

Note

• [GPS Auto Time Cor.] is not available when [GPS On/Off] is set to [Off].
• Before using the [GPS Auto Time Cor.] function, set [Date/Time Setup].
• The corrected time may differ from the actual time for a few seconds.
• [GPS Auto Time Cor.] may not activate correctly in some areas.

Note

• When [GPS On/Off] is set to [Off], this function is disabled.
• Set [Date/Time Setup] in advance.
• [GPS Auto Area Adj.] may not function correctly depending on the location. In that case, set this setting to [Off].

Confirming the expiry date of the GPS assist data

1. MENU → (Setup) → [GPS Settings] → [Use GPS Assist Data].

Note

• The computer should be connected to the internet for updating the GPS assist data.
• If the term of validity of the GPS assist data has expired, it cannot be used to shorten the time for recording the location information. We recommend you to update the GPS assist data regularly. The expiry date of the GPS assist data is approximately within 30 days.
• If [Date/Time Setup] has not been set, or the set time is shifted greatly, the time for the GPS acquiring location information cannot be shortened.
• For various reasons, Sony may stop providing the GPS assist data.

Updating the GPS assist data by inserting the memory card to your computer

Start up PlayMemories Home and display the main screen, then launch [GPS Support Tool]. Select the drive of the memory card and update the GPS assist data. Then insert the updated memory card to this product.

Note

• When the memory card is not inserted, or there is no space on the memory card, the product cannot save the GPS log data.
• Up to 24 hours of GPS log data can be recorded at one time. When the recorded time of the GPS log data exceeds 24 hours, the recording stops automatically.
• Sony does not collect the location information and the track information.
• Sony provides the location information and the track information to Google Inc., so that this information can be displayed on a map on the computer.

1. MENU → (Setup) → [GPS Settings] → [Delete GPS log data].

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 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.
• Third parties may know where you shot the image if you upload the image containing GPS information. This is because [GPS On/Off] is set to [On]. Set [GPS On/Off] to [Off] before shooting.
• 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 during playing back slideshow or recording movies, or when connected to a computer.

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

• 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

• 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

• The MP4 movie folder form is fixed as “folder number + ANV01”.

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.

Note

• 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 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 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].
  • For iPhone/iPad
    Select PlayMemories Mobile in the setting menu, and change the image size by [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.

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.

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 cable TV).
• 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

• After resetting the connection information, and if you connect this product to the smartphone, you must register the smartphone again.

Note

• When the IP address setting of this product is [Manual], you cannot download an application. Set [IP Address Setting] to [Auto].

• 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.