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Digital 4K Video
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Operating Guide
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FDR-AX100/FDR-AX100E/HDR-CX900/HDR-CX900E
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Read this first IMPORTANT Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and SAFETY retain it for future reference. Owner’s Record INSTRUCTIONS The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the SAVE THESE serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers INSTRUCTIONS. whenever you call your Sony dealer regarding this product. DANGER - TO REDUCE Model No. FDR- THE RISK OF FIRE OR Model No. HDR- Serial No. _________________________ ELECT
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for replacement of the obsolete outlet. • Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. • Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. • Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. •
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Representative plug of power supply cord of countries/regions around the world. A Type B Type BF Type B3 Type C Type SE Type O Type (American (British (British (British (CEE (CEE (Ocean Type) Type) Type) Type) Type) Type) Type) The representative supply voltage and plug type are described in this chart. Depend on an area, Different type of plug and supply voltage are used. Attention: Power cord meeting demands from each country shall be used. – For only the United States Use a supplied power
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Asia Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type China 220 50 A Hong Kong 200/220 50 BF India 230/240 50 C Indonesia 127/230 50 C Japan 100 50/60 A Korea (rep) 220 60 C Malaysia 240 50 BF Philippines 220/230 60 A/C Singapore 230 50 BF Taiwan 110 60 A Thailand 220 50 C/BF Vietnam 220 50 A/C Oceania Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type Australia 240 50 O New Zealand 230/240 50 O North America Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type Canada 120 60 A USA 120 60 A Centr
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South America Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type Argentina 220 50 C/BF/O Brazil 127/220 60 A/C Chile 220 50 C Colombia 120 60 A Peru 220 60 A/C Venezuela 120 60 A Middle East Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type Iran 220 50 C/BF Iraq 220 50 C/BF Israel 230 50 C Saudi Arabia 127/220 50 A/C/BF Turkey 220 50 C UAE 240 50 C/BF Africa Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type Algeria 127/220 50 C Congo (dem) 220 50 C Egypt 220 50 C Ethiopia 220 50 C Kenya 240 50
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Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the AC Adaptor. CAUTION Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the Battery pack wall outlet (wall socket) immediately If the battery pack is mishandled, the if any malfunction occurs while using battery pack can burst, cause a fire or the apparatus. even chemical burns. Observe the Note on the power cord following cautions. (mains lead) The power cord (mains lead) is • Do not disassemble. designed specifically for use with this • Do not cr
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For Customers in the For Customers in the U.S.A. U.S.A. and Canada If you have any questions about this product, you may call: RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION Sony Customer Information Center BATTERIES 1-800-222-SONY (7669). Lithium-Ion batteries The number below is for the FCC are recyclable. related matters only. You can help preserve Regulatory Information our environment by returning your used Declaration of Conformity rechargeable batteries Trade Name: SONY to the collection and recycling
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This equipment must not be co- The supplied interface cable must be located or operated in conjunction used with the equipment in order to with any other antenna or comply with the limits for a digital transmitter. device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules. CAUTION You are cautioned that any changes For the State of California, or modifications not expressly USA only approved in this manual could void Perchlorate Material – special your authority to operate this handling
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batteries are disposed of correctly, Notice for the customers in you will help prevent potentially the countries applying EU negative consequences for the Directives environment and human health Manufacturer: Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 which could otherwise be caused by Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 inappropriate waste handling. The Japan recycling of the materials will help to For EU product compliance: Sony conserve natural resources. Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger In case of pro
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Learning more Table of Contents Read this first ............................ 2 about the Learning more about the camcorder (Help camcorder (Help Guide) ......11 Selecting the recording format Guide) for movies ........................... 12 Help Guide is an on-line manual. Getting started ........... 14 Refer to it for in-depth instructions on Supplied items .........................14 the many functions of the camcorder. Charging the battery pack ...... 15 Turning the power on ............
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Selecting the recording format for movies The camcorder is compatible with the XAVC S format. What is XAVC S? XAVC S is a recording format that allows high-resolution images, such as 4K, to be highly compressed with MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 and recorded in the MP4 file format. High image quality will be obtained while keeping the data size within a certain level. Recording formats available and their features FDR-AX100/AX100E HDR-CX900/CX900E XAVC S 4K XAVC S HD AVCHD Pixels 3840 × 2160 1920 × 108
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Recording format and the available shooting mode Recording XAVC S 4K XAVC S HD AVCHD format Shooting mode Movie Movie Movie High Speed REC Smth Slw REC Golf Shot • You can change the recording format by selecting [Image Quality/Size] [ File Format]. Storage method Image quality Recording format Storage method Page stored at XAVC S 4K (FDR- Computer using XAVC S 4K 34 AX100/AX100E) PlayMemories Home™ software XAVC S HD XAVC S HD 34 AVCHD Computer using AVCHD 34 PlayMemories Home softwar
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Getting started •Lens hood Supplied items The numbers in ( ) indicate the supplied quantity. All models See page 50 on how to attach the •Camcorder (1) lens hood to the camcorder. •AC Adaptor (1) • Wireless Remote Commander (1) • Power cord (mains lead) (1) • Lens cap (attached to the camcorder) (1) • USB connection support cable (1) • “Operating Guide” (This manual) (1) FDR-AX100/AX100E only • Rechargeable battery pack NP- FV70 (1) The USB connection support cable is designed for use with
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Getting started Charging the battery pack Turn off your camcorder by closing the LCD monitor, 1 retract the viewfinder, and attach the battery pack. Battery pack Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains 2 lead) to your camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket). AC Adaptor Power cord (mains lead) DC IN jack DC plug Align the mark Wall outlet (wall socket) on the DC plug with that on the DC IN jack. • The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp turns orange. • The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp turns off
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Estimated time of charging the supplied battery pack (minutes) AC Adaptor Model Battery pack Computer (supplied) FDR-AX100/ NP-FV70 205 555 AX100E HDR-CX900/ NP-FV50 140 305 CX900E • The charging times are measured when charging an empty battery pack to its full capacity at a room temperature of 25 °C (77 °F). • The charging times are measured without using the USB connection support cable. Estimated time of recording and playback using the supplied battery pack (minutes) Recording time
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Getting started To remove the battery pack Turn off your camcorder. Slide the BATT (battery) release lever ( ) and remove the battery pack ( ). To charge the battery pack abroad You can charge the battery pack in any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder within the AC 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz range. • Do not use an electronic voltage transformer. GB 17
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Turning the power on Open the LCD monitor of your camcorder and turn 1 the power on. • You can also turn on the camcorder by pulling out the viewfinder. Following the instructions on the LCD monitor, select 2 the language, the geographical area, Daylight Savings or Summer Time, date format, and the date and time. Touch the button on the LCD monitor. • To go to the next page, touch [Next]. • To turn off the power, close the LCD monitor. If the viewfinder is pulled out, retract it. • To set t
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Getting started Inserting a memory card Open the cover, and insert the memory card until it 1 clicks. Access lamp Insert the card with the notched corner in the direction as illustrated. • The [Preparing image database file. Please wait.] screen appears if you insert a new memory card. Wait until the screen disappears. • To eject the memory card, open the cover and lightly push the memory card in once. Types of memory card you can use with your camcorder Recording images in the XAVC S for
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To format the recording media • To ensure stable operation of the memory card, it is recommended to format the memory card with your camcorder before the first use. • To format the memory card, select [Setup] [Media Settings] [Format] desired recording medium . • Formatting the memory card will erase all the data stored on it and the data will be irrecoverable. Save your important data on your PC, etc. Notes • Movies recorded on Memory Stick XC-HG Duo media or SDXC memory cards c
