Sony FDR-AX700 User Manual

4-728-598-11(1)FDR-AX700Getting startedRecording/PlaybackSaving imagesCustomizing your camcorderOthersDigital 4K Video Camera RecorderOperating Guideh

GB10[REC FORMAT] is [XAVC S 4K]* Approximate value.[REC FORMAT] is [XAVC S HD]* Approximate value.60i/50i SELREC FORMAT Bit-rate* Actual movie format6

GB11[REC FORMAT] is [AVCHD]*1When you create an AVCHD disc from movies recorded with the [REC FORMAT] setting of [1080/60i FX] or [1080/50i FX], it ta

GB12Getting startedSupplied itemsThe numbers in ( ) indicate the supplied quantity.•Camcorder (1)•AC Adaptor (1)• Power cord (mains lead) (1)• Wireles

GB13Getting startedCharging the battery pack1Turn off your camcorder by closing the LCD monitor, retract the viewfinder, and attach the battery pack.2

GB14Estimated time of charging the supplied battery pack (minutes)• The charging times are measured when charging an empty battery pack to its full c

GB15Getting startedTo remove the battery packTurn off your camcorder. Slide the BATT (battery) release lever () and remove the battery pack ().To

GB16Turning the power on• To change the screen language, press the MENU button and select (OTHERS) - [LANGUAGE] with the ////SET button.• To tur

GB17Getting startedAdjusting the viewfinderWhen using the viewfinder, extend it and position your eye near it.If you extend the viewfinder while the L

GB18Inserting a memory card• To eject the memory card, open the cover and lightly push the memory card in once.1Open the cover, and insert the memory

GB19Getting startedTypes of memory card you can use with your camcorderSelect the type of memory card to use with the camcorder referring to the foll

GB2Read this firstBefore operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.Owner’s RecordRecord the model and

GB20• The movies recorded will be divided into files of 4 GB when a SDHC memory card is used to record XAVC S movies over extended periods of time.The

GB21Getting startedSelecting the memory card slot to be usedPress the SLOT SELECT button to change which slot is selected for recording. You can conf

GB22Recording/PlaybackRecordingYour camcorder records movies on a memory card. The factory setting of recording movies is XAVC S 4K. Perform the follo

GB23Recording/Playbackturn the power off. The POWER/CHG (charge) lamp flashes while the settings are being stored.To continue recording on the memory

GB24• You can re-combine relay-recorded movies using the application software “PlayMemories Home.”• The maximum continuous recording time for a movie

GB25Recording/PlaybackShooting photos1Open the LCD monitor and switch the shooting mode to photo mode by selecting  (REC/OUT SET)  [/SHOOTING MODE

GB26Using the manual adjustment featuresAdjusting the focus1During recording or standby, press the AF/MF button  to set the focus to manual.•  appea

GB27Recording/PlaybackAdjusting the iris1Set the AUTO/MANUAL switch  to “MANUAL.”2Press the IRIS button .• The or next to the iris value disappe

GB28You can use this if you do not want to increase the gain value by AGC (automatic gain control).Adjusting the gain1Set the AUTO/MANUAL switch  to

GB29Recording/PlaybackYou can adjust and fix the shutter speed manually.Adjusting the shutter speed1Set the AUTO/MANUAL switch  to “MANUAL.”2Press th

GB3• 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 caut

GB30You can record the subject clearly by using the ND FILTER switch  when the recording environment is too bright.The ND filters 1, 2 and 3 reduce t

GB31Recording/PlaybackPlayback1Open the LCD monitor and press the THUMBNAIL (playback) button on the camcorder to enter the playback mode.• The thumb

GB32Movies Date and time of recording started Resolution Frame rate Recording mode Duration Time code of recording startedTime code will not be

GB33Recording/PlaybackPhotos Date and time of shooting Number of pixels Image size• You may not be able to play back images that were recorded on y

GB34Operations of playing back photos• Touch (playback zoom) when playing back a photo.• You can adjust the zoom with / , or with the power zoom l

GB35Recording/PlaybackTo delete the images Select the playback mode of the image to delete on the thumbnail screen. Press the MENU button. Select

GB36Viewing images on a TVPlayable images may be restricted depending on the combination of the recording format, the type of playback images being se

GB37Recording/PlaybackHow to set the playback images* ( ) is the value when [60i/50i SEL] is set to 50i.• Playback image quality of photos is high de

GB38• If your TV does not have an HDMI jack, connect the Multi/Micro USB Terminal of the camcorder to the video/audio input jacks of the TV using an A

GB39Saving imagesSaving imagesImporting images to your computerPlayMemories Home allows you to import movies and photos to your computer to use them i

GB4NoticeIf static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart the application or disconnect and connec

GB40Saving images on an external media deviceHow to store movies and photos to an external media device is explained here. Also refer to the instructi

GB41Saving imagesRecorder without a USB jackConnect a recorder to the Multi/Micro USB Terminal of your camcorder using an AV cable (sold separately).

GB42Using the Wi-Fi functionFor the latest information and more detailed information on the functions of PlayMemories Mobile, visit the following URL.

GB43Saving imagesOne-touch connection with an Android supporting NFC• Cancel the sleep mode or unlock the screen on the smartphone beforehand.• Make

GB443Select [Scan QR Code of the Camera] from the screen of PlayMemories Mobile.4Select [OK]. (If a message appears, select [OK] again.)5With your sma

GB45Saving images• Once the QR Code has read and the connection has been successfully established, the SSID (DIRECT-xxxx) and the password of the camc

GB46Customizing your camcorderUsing the menus1Press the MENU button.2Select a menu icon with the ////SET button and press the ////SET button t

GB47Customizing your camcorderMenu listsCAMERA SETISO/GAIN SEL*1AUTO ISO LIMITAGC LIMIT*1WB PRESETWB OUTDOOR LEVELWB TEMP SETWB SETAE SHIFTD. EXTENDER

GB48*1Displayed when the camcorder is in movie mode.*2Displayed when the camcorder is in photo mode.*3When recording in XAVC S 4K, this setting is fix

GB49OthersOthersPrecautionsAC AdaptorDo not short-circuit the battery terminal with any metallic objects. This may cause a malfunction.Playing back im

GB5If 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 re

GB50LCD monitorThe LCD monitor is manufactured using extremely high-precision technology, so over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective u

GB51Others• Initialize your camcorder (page 48)All settings, including the clock setting, are reset.• Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Son

GB52SpecificationsSystemSignal format:When [60i] is selected:UHDTVHDTVNTSC color, EIA standardsWhen [50i] is selected:UHDTVHDTVPAL color, CCIR standar

GB53OthersColor temperature: Preset (indoor: 3200K, outdoor: 5600K ±7 steps, color temperature set range: 2300K – 15000K), Onepush A, B, Auto selectab

GB54Mass (approx.):935 g (2 lb 1.0 oz) (with lens hood and large eyecup)1,030 g (2 lb 4.3 oz) (with lens hood, large eyecup, and battery pack NP-FV70A

GB55Others• The N Mark is a trademark or registered trademark of NFC Forum, Inc. in the United States and in other countries.• Facebook and the “f” lo

GB56to as “LGPL”) are included in this product.This informs you that you have a right to have access to, modify, and redistribute source code for thes

GB57OthersParts and controlsFigures in ( ) are reference pages. REMOTE jackFor connecting the camcorder and a peripheral. You can control the camcord

GB58 Multi/Micro USB Terminal/VIDEO OUT jack (41) MIC jack (PLUG IN POWER) Power zoom lever (22, 25, 34) Cable clamperDedicated to fix the HDMI ca

GB59Others Manual lens ring (26) Lens hood Lens (ZEISS lens) Internal microphone ZOOM/FOCUS switch (26) AF/MF button (26) MENU button (46) Man

GB6This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs.Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) This device may not cause

GB60 Lens adjustment dial (17) START/STOP button (22) HDMI OUT terminal (36) DC IN jack (13)////SET button (46) ASSIGN6 button POWER/CHG (c

GB61Others Eye sensor Viewfinder (17) Large eyecup (17) AUTO/MANUAL switch (27, 28, 29) ND FILTER switch (30) Battery pack (13) (headphones) j

GB62 SLOT SELECT button (21) THUMBNAIL (playback) button (31) Speaker LCD monitor/touch panel (On/Standby) button (16) WHITE BALANCE button A

GB63OthersRemove the insulation sheet before using the Wireless Remote Commander. DATA CODE button PHOTO button SCAN/SLOW button(PREV/NEXT) butt

GB64IndexAAC Adaptor 13AF/MF button 26AGC (automatic gain control) 28Android 42App Store 42AUTO/MANUAL switch 27, 28, 29AVCHD 9BBattery pack 1

GB65OthersRecording/playback time for the battery pack 14Relay recording 23SSD card 19Shutter speed 29SHUTTER SPEED button 29Simultaneous recordi

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GB7For more detailed information about recycling of this product or battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal ser

GB8Table of ContentsRead this first ... 2Utilizing the Help Guide ... 8Selecting recording format/image quality ..

GB9Selecting recording format/image quality1Press the MENU button  select (REC/OUT SET)  [REC SET]  [FILE FORMAT]  desired setting value.FILE FO