Sony DSC-HX400V User Manual Page 1

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GB10* For details on compatible accessories for the multi interface shoe and the Multi/Micro USB Terminal, visit the Sony web site, or consult your So

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GB11GBInserting the battery pack1Open the cover.2Insert the battery pack.• While pressing the battery eject lever, insert the battery pack as illustra

GB12Charging the battery pack1Connect the camera to the AC Adaptor (supplied), using the micro USB cable (supplied).2Connect the AC Adaptor to the wal

GB13GB• If the Power/Charge lamp on the camera flashes when the AC Adaptor is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket), this indicates that charging

GB14• If you connect the camera to a computer when power is turned on, the battery is not charged but the camera will be powered by the computer, whic

GB15GB• The number for “Shooting (still images)” is based on the CIPA standard, and is for shooting under the following conditions:(CIPA: Camera &

GB16Inserting a memory card (sold separately)1Open the cover.2Insert the memory card (sold separately).• With the notched corner facing as illustrated

GB17GBxMemory cards that can be used• In this manual, the products in the table are collectively referred to as follows:A: Memory Stick PRO Duo mediaB

GB18Setting the clock1Press the ON/OFF (Power) button.The Date & Time setting is displayed when you turn on the camera for the first time.• It may

GB19GBShooting still imagesShooting movies• Do not pull up the flash manually. This may cause a malfunction.• When using the zoom function while shoot

GB2This camera is equipped with a built-in instruction guide.In-Camera GuideThe camera displays explanations for MENU/Fn (Function) items and the sett

GB20• For the continuous shooting time of a movie recording, refer to “Number of still images and recordable time of movies” (page 29). When movie rec

GB21GBxControl buttonDISP (Display Contents): Allows you to change the screen display. (Drive Mode): Allows you to switch between shooting methods, su

GB22xMenu Items (Camera Settings) Image Size Selects the size of still images. Aspect Ratio Selects the aspect ratio for still images. Quality Sets th

GB23GB (Custom Settings)Lock-on AFSets the function to track a subject and continue focusing.Smile/Face Detect.Selects to detect faces and adjust vari

GB24 (Wireless)Peaking Color Sets the color used for the peaking function.Exposure Set. GuideSets the guide displayed when exposure settings are chang

GB25GB (Application) (Playback) (Setup)Application ListDisplays the application list. You can select the application you want to use.Introduction Disp

GB26Mode Dial GuideTurns the mode dial guide (the explanation of each shooting mode) on or off.Display Quality Sets the display quality.Pwr Save Start

GB27GBThe software PlayMemories Home allows you to import still images and movies to your computer and use them. PlayMemories Home is required for imp

GB28• If the software PMB (Picture Motion Browser), supplied with models released before 2011, has already been installed on your computer, PlayMemori

GB29GBYou can add the desired functions to your camera by connecting to the application download website (PlayMemories Camera Apps™) via the Interne

GB3GBOwner’s RecordThe model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these number

GB30xMoviesThe table below shows the approximate maximum recording times. These are the total times for all movie files. Continuous shooting is possib

GB31GBFunctions built into this camera• This manual describes 1080 60i-compatible devices and 1080 50i-compatible devices. – To determine whether your

GB32Do not use/store the camera in the following places• In an extremely hot, cold or humid placeIn places such as in a car parked in the sun, the cam

GB33GBOn charging the battery• If you charge a battery that has not been used for a long time, you may be unable to charge it to the proper capacity.T

GB34Camera[System]Image device: 7.82 mm (1/2.3 type) Exmor R™ CMOS sensorTotal pixel number of camera: Approx. 21.1 MegapixelsEffective pixel number o

GB35GB[Power, general]Power: Rechargeable battery pack NP-BX1, 3.6 V AC Adaptor AC-UB10C/UB10D, 5VPower consumption:Approx. 1.4 W (during shooting wit

GB36Trademarks• Memory Stick and are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.• “AVCHD Progressive” and the “AVCHD Progressive” logot

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GB4• Be sure to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that can charge the battery pack.• Keep the battery pack out

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GB5GBIf you have any questions about this product, you may call:Sony Customer Information Center1-800-222-SONY (7669)The number below is for the FCC r

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DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)AR13AR 1

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)AR14

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)AR15AR 1

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)AR16

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)AR17AR

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)AR18

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)AR19AR

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)AR20

GB6This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)AR21AR

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)AR22

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)AR23AR

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)AR24

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)AR25AR 

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)AR26 

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)AR27AR

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)AR28

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)AR29AR 

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)AR30 

GB7GB[ Disposal of waste batteries and electrical and electronic equipment (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separat

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)AR31AR

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)AR32 

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)AR33AR  

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)PR2

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)PR3PR

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)PR4  

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)PR5PR 

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)PR6 

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)PR7PR 

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)PR8 1 2

GB8A For shooting: Fn (Function) buttonFor viewing: (Send to Smartphone) buttonB CUSTOM (Custom) button• You can assign a desired function to the CUS

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)PR9PR

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)PR10 

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)PR11PR 

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)PR12 

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)PR13PR 1

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)PR14

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)PR15PR 1

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)PR16

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)PR17PR

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)PR18

GB9GBJ Mode dial(Intelligent Auto)/(Superior Auto)/(Program Auto)/(Aperture Priority)/(Shutter Priority)/(Manual Exposure)/1/2 (Memory recall)/(Movie)

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)PR19PR

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)PR20

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)PR21PR

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)PR22

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)PR23PR

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)PR24

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)PR25PR

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)PR26 

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)PR27PR

DSC-HX400/HX400V4-530-691-31(1)PR28