Sony NEX-7 Instruction Manual Instruction Manual

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4-299-175-11(1)©2011 Sony Corporation Printed in ThailandNEX-7Interchangeable Lens Digital CameraGetting StartedInstruction ManualE-mountChecking the supplied itemsThe accessories supplied differ depending on the model. The number inparentheses indicates the number of pieces.• Camera (1)• Battery charger BC-VW1 (1)• Power cord (mains lead) (1) (not supplied in the U.S.A. and Canada)• Rechargeable battery pack NP-FW50 (1)• USB cable (1)• Shoulder strap (1)• Eyepiece cup (1)• Body cap (1) (attached to the camera)• Accessory shoe cap (1) (attached to the camera)• Cleaning Cloth (1)• CD-ROM (1)– Application Software for α camera– α Handbook• Instruction Manual (Getting Started: This manual) (1)• Instruction Manual (Operations) (1)NEX-7K only• E18 – 55 mm zoom lens (1)/Front lens cap (1)/Rear lens cap (1) (The capsare attached to the lens.)• Lens hood (1)Attaching the shoulder strap isrecommended not to drop the camera.Charging the battery packWhen using the camera for the first time, be sure to charge the NP-FW50“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (supplied).The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack can be charged even when it has not beenfully depleted. It can also be used when it has not been fully charged.• The charging time differs depending on the remaining capacity of the battery packor charging conditions. The above charging time is when charging a fully depletedbattery pack at a temperature of 25 °C (77 °F).• We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F and 86 °F) to efficiently charge the battery pack.• Connect the battery charger to the nearest wall outlet (wall socket).Inserting the charged battery packx Removing the battery packInserting a memory card (sold separately)x Memory cards that you can useYou can use following types of memory cards with this camera. However,proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all types of the memory cards.You cannot use MultiMediaCard.x Removing the memory cardOpen the cover, make sure that the access lamp is not lit, and push the memorycard once.• When the access lamp is lit, do not remove the memory card or the battery pack, orturn off the power. The data may be corrupted.Attaching/removing the lensSet the power switch of the camera to OFF before you attach or remove thelens.• When attaching a lens, do not press the lens release button.• Do not use force when attaching a lens.• The Mount Adaptor (sold separately) is required to use an A-mount lens (soldseparately). For details, refer to the operating manual supplied with the MountAdaptor.x Removing the lens• When changing the lens, if dust or debris gets inside the camera and adheres to thesurface of the image sensor (the part that acts as the film), it may appear as darkspots on the image, depending on the shooting environment. The camera vibratesslightly when it is turned off, due to the anti-dust function, to prevent dust fromadhering to the image sensor. However, attach or remove the lens quicklysomewhere away from dusty locations.Setting up the dateWhen you turn on the camera for the first time, the screen to set date and timeappears.Adjusting the viewfinder (diopteradjustment)Adjust the viewfinder so that you can see the screen displays clearly.Attaching/removing the eyepiece cupIt is recommended that you attach the eyepiece cup when you intend to use theviewfinder.• Remove the eyepiece cup when you attach an accessory (sold separately) to theaccessory shoe.Installing the softwareTo utilize images recorded with the camera, the following software isprovided:• “Image Data Converter”You can edit RAW images, etc.• “PMB” (Picture Motion Browser) (Windows only)You can import images to the computer, edit them, such as displaying themon a calender.• If “PMB” has already been installed on the computer, and the version number ofthe previously installed “PMB” is lower than that of the “PMB” on the CD-ROM(supplied), install “PMB” also from the CD-ROM (supplied).x WindowsThe following computer environment is recommended when using thesupplied software and importing images via a USB connection.* 64-bit editions and Starter (Edition) are not supported. Windows Image MasteringAPI (IMAPI) Ver. 2.0 or later is required to use the function for creating discs.** Starter (Edition) is not supported.x MacintoshThe following computer environment is recommended when using thesupplied software and importing images via a USB connection.PrecautionsThe Cleaning ClothRemove large specks of dirt from the Cleaning Cloth before using it.On the functions available with the cameraYou may feel uncomfortable symptoms such as eyestrain, nausea, or a tiredfeeling while watching 3D images recorded with the camera on 3D compatiblemonitors. When you watch 3D images, we recommend that you take a break atregular time intervals. Since the need for or frequency of break times variesbetween individuals, please set your own standards. If you feel sick, stopwatching 3D images, and consult a doctor as needed. Also, refer to theoperating instructions of the connected device or the software used with thecamera. A child's vision is always vulnerable (especially for children under sixyears of age). Before allowing them to watch 3D images, please consult withan expert, such as a pediatric or ophthalmic doctor. Make sure your childrenfollow the precautions above.On the LCD monitor and lens• The LCD monitor is manufactured using extremely high-precisiontechnology so over 99.99 % of the pixels are operational for effective use.However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white,red, blue or green in color) that constantly appear on the LCD monitor. Thesepoints are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the imagesin any way.• A magnet is attached to the back of the LCD monitor. Do not put objects thatare affected by magnetic fields, such as a floppy disk or a credit card,between the LCD monitor and the camera body.• Images may trail across on the LCD monitor in a cold location. This is not amalfunction. When turning on the camera in a cold location, the LCDmonitor may become temporarily dark.• Do not expose the camera to direct sunlight. If sunlight is focused on anearby object, it may cause a fire. When you must place the camera underdirect sunlight, attach the front lens cap.On using the lenses and accessoriesIt is recommended that you use Sony lenses/accessories designed to suit thecharacteristics of this camera. Using the products of other manufacturers maycause the camera not to operate to its capability, or result in accidents andmalfunctions of the camera.Do not use/store the camera in the following places• In an extremely hot, dry or humid placeIn places such as in a car parked in the sun, the camera body may becomedeformed and this may cause a malfunction.• Storing under direct sunlight or near a heaterThe camera body may become discolored or deformed, and this may cause amalfunction.• In a location subject to rocking vibration• Near strong magnetic place1 Insert the battery pack onto thebattery charger, and charge it.• The CHARGE lamp turns off whencharging is finished.For the U.S.A and CanadaCHARGE lampFor countries/regions otherthan the U.S.A. and CanadaPower cord (mains lead)Notes1 Open the cover, and insert thebattery pack.• Insert the battery pack whilepressing the lock lever with the tipof the battery.Lock lever2 Close the cover.Turn off the camera, make sure that theaccess lamp is not lit, slide the lock leverin the direction of the arrow, and pull outthe battery pack.1 Insert a memory card with thedirection as illustrated here.• Insert the memory card until itclicks as illustrated.Check on the direction of thenotched corner.Estimated chargingtime250 minutesCHARGE lampAccess lampLock leverUsable memory card StillimageMovie Term in thismanual“Memory Stick PRO Duo”media(Mark2) “Memory StickPRO Duo” media“Memory Stick PRO-HGDuo” mediaSD memory card (Class 4 or more) SD cardSDHC memory card (Class 4 or more)SDXC memory card (Class 4 or more)1 Mount the lens by aligning thewhite index marks on the lensand the camera.• Hold the camera’s face downwardto prevent the dust from enteringinto the camera.White index marks2 While pushing the lens lightlytoward the camera, turn thelens clockwise until it clicksinto the locked position.Notes1 Press the lens release buttonall the way in and turn the lenscounterclockwise until itstops.Lens release buttonNotes1 Set the power switch to ON to turn on the camera.The screen to set date and time appears.2 Press the center of the controlwheel to confirm [OK].3 Select your area by pressing the right or left of the controlwheel and press the center.4 Press the left or right of the control wheel to select eachitem, and press the top or bottom, or turn it to select thenumeric value.• Midnight is indicated as 12:00 AM, and noon as 12:00 PM.5 When you have set all items, press the center of the controlwheel.1 Turn the diopter-adjustmentdial.1 Align the top of the eyepiececup with the viewfinder, andsnap it onto the bottom of theviewfinder.• To remove the eyepiece cup, pushon the sides and pull the eyepiececup off the viewfinder.NoteNoteOS (pre-installed) Microsoft Windows XP* SP3/Windows Vista** SP2/Windows 7 SP1“PMB” CPU: Intel Pentium III 800 MHz or faster(For playing/editing the HD movies: Intel Core Duo1.66 GHz or faster, Intel Core 2 Duo 1.66 GHz or faster,Intel Core 2 Duo 2.26 GHz or faster (HD FX/HD FH), IntelCore 2 Duo 2.40 GHz or faster (HD PS))Memory: 512 MB or more (For playing/editing the HDmovies: 1 GB or more)Hard Disk: Disk space required for installation—approximately 500 MBDisplay: Screen resolution—1024 × 768 dots or more“Image DataConverter Ver.4”CPU/Memory: Pentium 4 or faster/1 GB or moreDisplay: 1024 × 768 dots or more1 Insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive, andinstall the software following the instructions on the screen.OS (pre-installed) USB Connection: Mac OS X (v10.3 to v10.6)“Image Data Converter Ver.4”: Mac OS X v10.5/Mac OS X v10.6 (Snow Leopard)“Image DataConverter Ver.4”CPU: Intel processors, such as Intel Core Solo/Core Duo/Core 2 DuoMemory: 1 GB or more is recommended.Display: 1024 × 768 dots or more1 Insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive, anddouble-click the CD-ROM icon.2 Copy the [IDC_INST.pkg] file in the [MAC] folder to thehard disk icon.3 Double-click the [IDC_INST.pkg] file in the copy-to folder.• Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation.Magnet

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