Sony HDR-AS30V User Manual

© 2013 Sony Corporation 4-477-527-12(1)GBHandbookDigital HD Video Camera RecorderHDR-AS30/AS30VTable of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex10GBOperation SearchShooting movies and photosShooting ··········································

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex11GBSettings SearchClick each item to jump to the corresponding page.* You can change the mode by

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex12GB1 Press the NEXT or PREV button to turn on the power.To power off, select [PwOFF] and press t

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex13GBIdentifying partsA REC/access lampB REC (Movie/Photo) buttonENTER (Menu execute) buttonC b RE

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex14GBChecking the bundled itemsMake sure that you have following bundled items.The number in paren

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex15GBInserting the battery pack1 Slide the battery pack/memory card cover in the direction of the

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex16GB1 Turn off the power of the camera.Charging is not possible when the camera is turned on.2 Co

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex17GBzChecking the remaining battery chargeA remaining charge indicator appears on the upper right

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex18GBInserting a memory card1 Slide the Battery pack/memory card cover in the direction of the arr

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex19GB• In order to stabilize memory card operation, it is recommended that you format the memory c

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex2GBHow to use this handbookClick on a button on the right to jump to the corresponding page.This

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex20GBRecording ModeYou can set the image resolution and frame rate for shooting movies.To make the

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex21GBSteadyShotYou can activate the camera-shake reduction when shooting. To make the setting, sel

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex22GBField AngleYou can change the field angle for recording.To make the setting, select [SETUP] f

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex23GBSceneYou can select suitable image quality according to the shooting scene.To make the settin

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex24GBInterval Photo RecordingYou can set the interval period of the interval photo recording.To ma

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex25GBGPS Log (HDR-AS30V only)You can record the location information and the movement speed while

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex26GBThe indicator changes according to the strength of GPS signal reception when GPS is activated

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex27GBAirplane ModeWhen you are in an airplane or another restricted place, you can set the camera

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex28GBAuto Power OffYou can change the setting of the Auto Power Off function.To make the setting,

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex29GBBeepYou can set the audible notification of operations to ON/OFF.To make the setting, select

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex3GBNotes on using the cameraNotes on recording/playback and connection• Before you start recordin

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex30GBDate & Time SettingYou can set the year/month/day and region. To make the setting, select

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex31GBUSB Power SupplyWhen connecting the camera to a computer or USB device with the micro USB cab

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex32GBSwitching NTSC/PALYou can select NTSC/PAL, depending on the TV system of the country or regio

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex33GBResetting the SettingsYou can reset the settings to their defaults.If you activate [RESET], i

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex34GBFormatFormatting is the process of deleting all images in the memory card, and restoring the

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex35GBUsing accessoriesRefer to the website of this camera for the latest information on accessorie

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex36GB4 Insert the tab of the case body into the slot of the case cover.5 Hook the buckle over the

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex37GBNotes on use• Do not throw the Waterproof Case into the water.• Avoid using the Waterproof Ca

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex38GBMaintenance• After recording in a location with a sea breeze, wash this unit thoroughly in fr

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex39GBThe Adhesive Mount is used for fixing the Waterproof Case to an item you intend to use. The A

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex4GBThe illustrations and images used in this handbook• The images used as examples in this handbo

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex40GB• The Flat Adhesive Mount and Curved Adhesive Mount cannot be used again once they are detach

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex41GBShootingAbout the b REC HOLD switchThe b REC HOLD switch can prevent accidental operation. Sl

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex42GBzNotes on long-time recording• When you continue to shoot for a long time, the temperature of

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex43GBViewing images on a TVConnect the camera to a TV which has an HDMI terminal using a micro HDM

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex44GBzTo control a content being played back• Viewing the previous/next image: Press the PREV/NEXT

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex45GBPreparation for setting Wi-FiInstall the “PlayMemories Mobile” on your smartphone. Update “Pl

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex46GBSetting Wi-Fi1 Turn on the power of the camera, then press the NEXT button and select a shoot

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex47GBTurn on the power of the camera, then press the NEXT button and select a shooting mode.MOVIE:

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex48GBiPhone1 Select [Settings] on the smartphone, then select [Wi-Fi] and the SSID of the camera.2

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex49GBSmart Remote ControlBy connecting the camera and a smartphone through Wi-Fi, you can operate

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex5GBHow to enjoy the cameraEnjoy more using the accessoriesHandlebar Mount & Waterproof CaseWr

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex50GB• The smart remote control function allows you to perform the following using a smartphone:–

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex51GBCopyYou can copy movies and photos shot by the camera by operating a smartphone.1 Turn on the

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex52GBUseful functions when connecting the camera to your computerThe “PlayMemories Home” software

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex53GBPreparing a computerWindows:Mac:*1Standard installation is required. Operation is not assured

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex54GB1 Turn on the computer.• Log on as an Administrator.• Close all applications running on the c

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex55GBTo delete the USB connectionWindows7/Windows81 Click on the task tray.2 Click the disconnec

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex56GBStarting the “PlayMemories Home” software1 Double-click the “PlayMemories Home” icon on the c

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex57GBTroubleshootingIf you experience trouble with the camera, try the following solutions.1 Check

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex58GBCannot turn on the camera.• Attach a charged battery pack.• Make sure that the battery pack i

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex59GBCannot insert dates on images.• The camera does not have a feature for superimposing dates on

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex6GBShare your lifeUpload captured momentsYou can directly upload images and share them by using t

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex60GBCannot import images.• Connect the camera and your computer correctly making a USB connection

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex61GBWarning indicators and messagesIf the following messages appear, follow the instructions.• Th

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex62GBPLANE• When the airplane mode is set to [ON], GPS and Wi-Fi cannot be used (page 27).

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex63GBRecordable timeRecording timeApproximate time available when you use a fully charged battery

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex64GB• The recordable time may vary depending on the recording conditions, subjects, and the Reco

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex65GBBattery packOn charging the battery pack• Charge the battery pack before using the camera for

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex66GBUsing the camera abroadOn TV color systemsTo view images shot by the camera on a TV, you need

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex67GBPrecautionsDo not use/store the camera in the following places• In an extremely hot, cold or

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex68GBHow to avoid moisture condensationWhen you bring the camera from a cold place into a warm pla

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex69GBSpecificationsCamera[System]Video signalNTSC color, EIA standardsHDTV 1080/60i, 1080/60p spec

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex7GBTable of contentsNotes on using the cameraHow to use this handbook····························

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex70GBDimensions: Approx. 50.0 mm × 12.5 mm × 58.5 mm (2 in. × 1/2 in. × 2 3/8 in.) (W/H/D, excludi

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex71GBTrademarks• “Memory Stick,” “ ,” “Memory Stick Duo,” “ ,” “Memory Stick PRO Duo,” “ ,” “Memor

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Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex8GBShootingShooting······························································ 41ViewingViewin

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