Sony HDR-AS10 Operating Manual

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4-432-601-42(1)© 2012 Sony Corporation Printed in ChinaHDR-AS15/AS10http://www.sony.netDigital HD Video Camera RecorderOperating GuideFor HDR-AS15 usersThe information on the sticker (in the perforated box, below) is required whenconnecting the camera to a smartphone. If there is no sticker, refer to thesupplied English version of the instruction manual.If the sticker is lost, you can recall your user ID and password by the followingprocedure. Insert a charged battery pack into the camera. Connect the camera to a computer with the micro USB cable (supplied). Press the NEXT or PREV button to power on. Display [Computer]  [PMHOME]  [INFO]  [HANDBOOK] onyour computer, then install the Handbook (PDF).You can download the image management software “PlayMemories Home”from the following URL.Windows: http://www.sony.net/pmRead this firstThis manual covers the basic operation of 2 models, and their respectivefunctions.Refer to the Handbook for details.You can install the Handbook (PDF) built in the camera by the followingprocedure. Insert a charged battery pack into the camera. Connect the camera to a computer with the micro USB cable (supplied). Press the NEXT or PREV button to power on. Display [Computer]  [PMHOME]  [INFO]  [HANDBOOK] onyour computer, then install the Handbook (PDF).Checking the bundled itemsCamera (1)Micro USB cable (1)Rechargeable battery pack (NP-BX1) (1)Battery tray, type X (only for NP-BX1) (1)Attached to the camera.Battery tray, type G (only for NP-FG1/BG1) (1)Waterproof Case (1)Attachment Buckle (1)Flat Adhesive Mount (1)Curved Adhesive Mount (1)HandbookIncluded in the internal memory of this camera.Set of printed documentationParts and controls REC/access lamp REC START/STOP button/ENTER (Menu execute) button  HOLD switch Display panel Speaker PREV button NEXT button Microphones Lens Connector cover  (Mic) jack Expansion connector CHG (Charge) lamp HDMI OUT jack (USB) jack Battery pack/memory card cover Memory card insertion slot Battery tray lever Battery trayGetting StartedInserting a battery pack1 Open the cover.2 Pull out the battery tray from the camera, set the batterypack on the tray, then return it into the camera.Pinch the tab andpull out.Match the direction of .3 Close the cover.Make sure that the type of battery tray is appropriate for the type of batterypack, and set the battery pack on the tray properly.Charging the battery pack.Insert a battery pack to the camera, then connect the camera to a computerwith the micro USB cable (supplied).Charge lampMicro USB cableInserting a memory card“Memory Stick Micro”(Mark2) mediamicroSD card/microSDHC cardInsert the memory card properly confirming that its notched edge is facing thecorrect direction.The correct direction is shown inside the battery cover.On the format of the memory cardFor details, refer to the Handbook (PDF).NotesOperation with all memory cards is not assured.Confirm the direction of the memory card. If you forcibly insert the memory cardin the wrong direction, the memory card, memory card slot, or image data may bedamaged.Format the memory card before use.Owner’s RecordThe model and serial numbers are located inside the connector cover. Recordthe serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numberswhenever you call your Sony dealer regarding this product.Model No. HDR-ASSerial No.WARNINGTo reduce the risk of fire or electric shock,1) do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.2) do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on theapparatus.Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire orthe like.CAUTIONBattery packIf the battery pack is mishandled, the battery pack can burst, cause a fire oreven chemical burns. Observe the following cautions.Do not disassemble.Do not crush and do not expose the battery pack to any shock or force such ashammering, dropping or stepping on it.Do not short circuit and do not allow metal objects to come into contact with thebattery terminals.Do not expose to high temperature above 60°C (140°F) such as in direct sunlight or ina car parked in the sun.Do not incinerate or dispose of in fire.Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries.Be sure to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device thatcan charge the battery pack.Keep the battery pack out of the reach of small children.Keep the battery pack dry.Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by Sony.Dispose of used battery packs promptly as described in the instructions.Replace the battery with the specified type only. Otherwise, fire or injury mayresult.For Customers in the USAIf you have any questions about this product, you may call:Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669).The number below is for the FCC related matters only.Regulatory InformationDeclaration of ConformityTrade Name: SONYModel No.: HDR-AS15Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A.Telephone No.: 858-942-2230This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subjectto the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,including interference that may cause undesired operation.Declaration of ConformityTrade Name: SONYModel No.: HDR-AS10Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A.Telephone No.: 858-942-2230This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subjectto the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,including interference that may cause undesired operation.CAUTIONYou are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved inthis manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.NoteThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a ClassB digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmfulinterference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses,and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used inaccordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radiocommunications.However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particularinstallation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio ortelevision reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment offand on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or moreof the following measures:Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which thereceiver is connected.Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.The supplied interface cable must be used with the equipment in order tocomply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 ofFCC Rules.For customers in the U.S.A. and CANADABattery packThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference,and (2) this device must accept any interference received, includinginterference that may cause undesired operation.This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIESLithium-Ion batteries are recyclable.You can help preserve our environment by returning your usedrechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling locationnearest you.For more information regarding recycling of rechargeablebatteries, call toll free 1-800-822- 8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium-Ionbatteries.For HDR-AS15 onlyThis transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with anyother antenna or transmitter.This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forthfor an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF)Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65 and RSS-102 of the IC radiofrequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment has very low levels of RFenergy that are deemed to comply without testing of specific absorption ratio(SAR).This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may notcause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, includinginterference that may cause undesired operation of the device.Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operateusing an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for thetransmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to otherusers, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalentisotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary forsuccessful communication.For Customers in EuropeNotice for the customers in the countries applying EU DirectivesThe manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC andproduct safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to theaddresses given in separate service or guarantee documents.Hereby, Sony Corporation, declares that this HDR-AS15 Digital HD VideoCamera Recorder is in compliance with the essential requirements and otherrelevant provisions of the Directive 1999/5/EC. For details, please access thefollowing URL:http://www.compliance.sony.de/This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits set out in theEMC regulation for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet).AttentionThe electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the pictureand sound of this unit.SettingFor details of the buttons used for settings, and their operations, see theOperation List.Example: date setting Press the NEXT or PREV button to power on.To power off, press the PREV button or NEXT button to select [PwOFF], then press theENTER button. Press the NEXT button to select [SETUP], then press the ENTER button. Press the NEXT button to select [DATE], then press the ENTER button. Press the ENTER button.Press the PREV button or NEXT button to select year, month, day, hour, minute andarea, then press the ENTER button.RecordingAttach accessories to the camera, as required.For details of the buttons used for recording, and their operations, see theOperation List.Movie mode1 Press the NEXT or PREV button to power on.2 Select [MOVIE] to set the camera to movie recording mode.3 Press the START/STOP button to start recording.Interval photo recording modeOnce recording is started, the camera records photos continuously at regularintervals until recording is stopped.1 Press the NEXT or PREV button to power on.2 Select [INTVL] to set the camera to interval photo recordingmode.3 Press the START/STOP button to start recording.To stop recordingPress the START/STOP button again.NotesPlayback of images recorded with other cameras, is not assured on this camera.If the shooting mode is changed, the mode set when the camera is turned off will beresumed when the camera is turned on the next time.During periods of extended shooting, camera temperature may rise to a point whereshooting stops automatically.On what to do if this happens, see “Notes on long-time recording” on the reverse side.For details of recording modes and their recording times, see the “Recording mode.”Using the Wi-Fi function (HDR-AS15 only)Wi-Fi connectionBy connecting the camera and a smartphone through Wi-Fi, you can viewimages recorded with the camera on the smartphone, and operate the cameraby the smartphone.The sticker (showing ID/password) attached to the Operating Guide (thismanual) is required for the setting.Error messagesBATT : Battery errorMEDIA: Media errorHEAT : Temperature rise error, High battery temperatureLowPw: Battery power lowERROR: System error, Voltage abnormality, other errorFor details, refer to the Handbook (PDF).OthersNotes on long-time recordingIf the power is turned off, leave the camera for 10 minutes or longer to allow thetemperature inside the camera to decrease to a safe level.Under high ambient temperatures, the temperature of the camera rises quickly.When the temperature of the camera rises, the image quality may deteriorate.It is recommended that you wait until the temperature of the camera drops beforecontinuing to shoot.The surface of the camera may get hot. This is not a malfunction.SpecificationsSignal format: NTSC color, EIA standardsHDTV 1080/60i, 1080/60p specificationPower requirements: Rechargeable battery pack, 3.6 V (NP-BX1)Rechargeable battery pack, 3.6 V (NP-BG1)USB, 5.0 VUSB charging: DC 5.0 V, 500 mA/600 mAFor more specifications, refer to “Specifications” in Handbook (PDF).Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.On trademarks“Memory Stick,” “ ,” “Memory Stick Duo,” “ ,” “Memory StickPRO Duo,” “ ,” “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo,”“ ,” “Memory Stick Micro,” “MagicGate,”“ ,” “MagicGate Memory Stick” and “MagicGate Memory Stick Duo”are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarksor registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and othercountries.Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, and DirectX are either registered trademarks ortrademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.Mac and Mac OS are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. in the U.S. and othercountries.Intel, Intel Core, and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of IntelCorporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.“ ” and “PlayStation” are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.Add further enjoyment with your PlayStation 3 by downloading the application forPlayStation 3 from PlayStation Store (where available.)The application for PlayStation 3 requires PlayStation Network account and applicationdownload. Accessible in areas where the PlayStation Store is available.Adobe, the Adobe logo, and Adobe Acrobat are either registered trademarks ortrademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.microSD logo and microSDHC logo are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC.In addition, system and product names used in this manual are, in general, trademarks orregistered trademarks of their respective developers or manufacturers. However, the  or marks are not used in all cases in this manual.

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