DSC-HX5V/B

Cyber-shot Digital Still Camera
Capture stunning low-light images and sweeping panoramic views with the DSC-HX5V featuring an Exmor R CMOS Sensor. Plus catch fast action shots with up to 10 frames per second shooting. Full HD Movie Mode9 records amazingly detailed video and a 25mm equivalent wide angle 10x highzoom G Lens allows you to take captivating images.
3.0" Clear Photo LCD display (230k pixels)1 Compose and show off your images on the large 3.0 (230K) Clear Photo LCD display, which features a special anti-reflective coating for sharp visibility, even in bright sunlight.1 10x (25mm equivalent) Professionalquality optical zoom G-Lens G lenses are used in top of the line digital single lens reflex (DSLR) cameras and advanced pro-sumer HD Camcorders. Capture the action up close with the 10x optical zoom, and with the 25mm equivalent wide angle lens the HX5V even allows you to capture more of the scenes in landscape or group portraits. 10.2 Megapixel Back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS Image Sensor The DSC-HX5V features a 10.2 megapixel Exmor R CMOS image sensor that brings out the full resolving power of the cameras wide angle G lens to deliver extremely fast speed, high resolution, and stunning low-light sensitivity with improved image clarity and drastically reduced grain. In addition, the combined Exmor R CMOS sensor and BIONZ image processor delivers extremely fast 10fps, Anti Motion Blur, Hand-held Twilight and 1080i movie modes.9 Anti-Motion Blur Mode Capture cleaner and sharper images in low light for non landscape shots. When set in Anti-motion Blur Mode, the DSCHX5V captures six images in a fraction of a second with higher shouter speed and combines the data from all six to create a single image ofextraordinary detail and eliminate subject blur, beyond the capability of traditional cameras. Handheld Twilight Capture cleaner and sharper night shots without using a tripod. When set to Handheld Twilight Mode, the DSC-HX5V captures six images in a fraction of a second with one press of the shutter, and combines the data from all six to create a single image of extraordinary detail and low noise. With these modes, you can capture images in low light, without flash, beyond the capability of traditional cameras. Intelligent Sweep Panorama Mode Capture expansive landscapes with Intelligent Sweep Panorama Mode. Press shutter and sweep and the camera does the rest, continuously, shooting images and in one second stitching them together. This model even detects faces and moving subjects to stitch intelligently different widths to avoid subject distortion. High Speed Shooting (10fps) The HX5V can capture full 10.2 megapixel resolution images at up to 10 fps, helping to ensure you never miss the decisive moment. Whats more, the HX5V employs a mechanical shutter that helps reduce distortion when continuously shooting moving subjects. 1080i AVCHD Movie Mode9 Record movies in 1080i AVCHD high definition at 60i9. The AVCHD format captures a high degree of detail and smooth movement, and when footage is burned to disc, can be played back on Blu-ray Disc players, Sony PlayStation3 systems and compatible PCs and HDTVs.7 HDMI output connectivity The High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI ) is a compact audio/video connector interface for transmitting uncompressed digital streams. HDMI connects digital audio/video sources such as a compatible camcorder, Bluray Disc player, a personal computer, a video game console, or an AV receiver to a compatible digital audio device and/or video monitor such as a digital television (DTV). DVDirect DVD recorder Compatible With AVCHD capabilities the DSC-HX5V is compatible with the DVDirect DVD recorder, allowing automatic playback of high definition footage. Simply insert your Memory Stick media into the DVDirect DVD recorder and enjoy your movies shot in high definition. (Recorder and media sold separately) 720p MP4 HD Movie Mode9 In 720p MP4 movie mode the camera shoots 1280 x 720 high definition movies at 30 fps, which is the format when working with a PC. Users will create high quality movies with full use of optical zoom in their Cyber-shot DSCs in files small enough to transfer to compatible PC or Mac. Once transferred to your computer you can effortlessly upload your media to popular photo and video-sharing websites such as Photobucket and YouTubeTM. (Compatible computer with internet capability required) Compatible with PC and MAC Systems Video captured with the DSC-HX5V can be used with the provided Picture Motion Browser software for PC and iMovie (sold separately) for Mac systems.2 Optical Steady Shot image stabilization Optical SteadyShot image stabilization uses a built-in gyro sensor to detect camera shake and automatically shifts the lens to help prevent blur without sacrificing image quality. Optical SteadyShot w/ Active Mode Optical SteadyShotTM with Active Mode gives you the freedom to shoot movies even while walking or running. By providing up to 10x the correction of standard mode, Active Mode can compensate for excessive camera shake so you can move along with your subject while shooting. GPS and Compass An integrated GPS receiver and compass record the location and direction of every shot you take and let you view your images on a map with compatible computer and internet applications, so you can remember where you took your favorite shots3. ADDITIONAL FEATURES TransferJet technology BIONZ Image Processor Backlight Correction HDR Self-Portrait Timer Intelligent Auto (iAuto) mode

Specifications

General
Megapixel: Aprox. 10.2 Megapixels Imaging Device: 1/2.4" (7.59mm) "Exmor R" CMOS Sensor Recording Media: 45MB internal Flash Memory, optional Memory Stick Duo Media, optional Memory Stick PRO Duo Media, optional Memory Stick PRO Duo (High Speed), optional Memory Stick PRO HG-Duo , optional SD/SDHC media13 Microphone/Speaker: Stereo / Mono Lens Type: Sony G-Lens

Supplied Accessories

Rechargable Battery Pack (NP-BG1) Battery Charger Multi Connector Cable (A/V, USB) Wrist strap CD-ROM HDMI adaptor

Optics/Lens

Focal Length: 4.25-42.5mm 35mm Equivalent: Still shots: 25-250mm / Movie 16:9: 30-300mm / Movie 4:3 :36-360mm Focus: 9 points AF / Center Weighted AF / Spot AF Aperture Range: iAuto(F3.5/F8.0(W)) / Program Auto(F3.5/F8.0(W)) / Manual(F3.5/F8.0(W)) (2 Steps with ND Filter) Shutter Speed: iAuto(2" - 1/1,600) / Program Auto (1" - 1/1,600) / Manual(30"-1/1600) Exposure Compensation: Plus / Minus 2.0EV, 1/3EV step Smart Zoom Technology: 5M:Approx.14x(Total), VGA:Approx.57x(Total), 16:9(2M):Approx.19x(Total) Digital Zoom: Smart Zoom / Precision Digital Zoom / Off Optical Zoom: 10x Macro Mode: iAuto(W:Approx.5cm(0.16') to Infinity, T:Approx.100cm(3.28') to Infinity) Total Zoom: Approximately 20x with Precision Digital Zoom Face Detection: 8 Faces (Auto / Off / Child Priority / Adult Priority)

Optional Accessories

GPS Unit Kit (GPS-CS3KA) Memory Stick PRO Duo Media (MS-MT4G) Memory Stick PRO Duo Media (MS-MT8G) Memory Stick PRO Duo Media (MS-MT16G) Memory Stick PRO Duo Media (MS-MT32G) Memory Stick Duo Adaptor (MSAC-M2) Memory Stick Duo USB Adaptor (MSAC-US40) Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo Media (MS-HX8G) Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo Media (MS-HX16G) Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo Media (MS-HX32G) Color: Black UPC Code: 027242776630
1.Viewable area, measured diagonally 2. PMB requires Microsoft Windows XP SP3/ Windows Vista SP2/Windows 7. Picture Motion Browser software not supported by Mac OS. Movie format is compatible with iMovie '09 or later versions. 3. PMB Portable for Windows is pre-loaded. PMB Portable for Mac is available at www.eSupport.sony.com. PMB Portable requires USB cable (included) and PC with internet connectivity. 64-bit environments not supported 4.Uploading directly to the web requires PMB Portable software and USB cable (included), and PC with internet connectivity (not included). PMB Portable for Mac is available at www.eSupport.sony.com. 64-bit environments not supported. 5. Requires compatible wireless access point(s). Some features may rely on Internet services. 6. When fully charged. Actual results may vary based on product settings, usage patterns and environmental conditions. 7. Compatible BRAVIA HDTV, and HDMI or component cable (sold separately) required for PhotoTV HD viewing. Specifications for BRAVIA HDTV shown vary according to market region. 8. Four preset music tracks stored in internal memory. Imported music tracks can be up to five minutes long. When using Music Transfer to download music, tracks longer than five minutes will be reduced to five minutes when uploading to the Cyber-shot camera. 9. Movie recording is limited to (29min segments for MP4 up to 12Mbps 1440x1080/30p) (and) (10 minute segments for AVCHD up to 16mbps 1920x1080/60i.) 10. HD Viewing requires an HD output adapter cable (VMC-MHC1) and compatible HDTV, both sold separately. 11. TransferJet enabled technology (sold separately) required in both devices. Interoperability and compatibility among TransferJet enabled devices vary. 12. This camera captures high definition footage in the AVCHD format. High Definition AVCHD discs can be created using standard DVD media, the supplied software and a compatible PC. DVD media containing AVCHD footage may be played on a compatible Blu-ray Disc player/recorder, PC with supplied software or PlayStation3 devices. DVD media containing AVCHD footage should not be used with standard DVD based players, as the DVD player may fail to eject the media and may erase its contents without warning. 13. When using movie mode Memory Stick PRO Duo with MARK2 logo, Memory Stick PRO-HG, Class 4 or higher for SD/SDHC media are recommended. 2010 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, Cyber-shot, Optical SteadyShot, BIONZ, Xtra Fine LCD, Smile Shutter, TruBlack, TransferJet, Exmor R, Smile Shutter, DVDirect, BRAVIA, Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick Duo and the Memory Stick logo are trademarks of Sony. PlayStation is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Mac is a trademark of Apple Computers, Inc. Blu-ray Disc is a trademark. HDMI is a trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC. iMovie, Mac, and the Works with iMovie logo and the Mac logo are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.

Convenience

White Balance: Auto / Daylight / Cloudy / Fluorescent 1(White Fluorescent Lighting) / Fluorescent 2 (Natural White Fluorescent Lighting) / Fluorescent 3 (Day White Fluorescent Lighting) / Incandescent / Flash / One Push. Self Timer: Yes (Off / 10sec. / 2sec./ portrait1 / portrait2) Still Image Mode(s): Normal / Hi-Speed Burst (High/Mid/Low) / Bracketing Red-Eye Reduction: Auto / On / Off Burst Mode: Approx 10 fps at 10.2MP (Maximum 10 shots) Erase/Protect: Yes/Yes Date/Time Stamp: Available in the included PMB software. Media/Battery Indicator: Yes/Yes Dynamic Range Optimizer: Standard Scene Mode(s): High Sensitivity / Twilight / Twilight Portrait / Soft Snap / Landscape / Beach / Snow / Fireworks / Advanced Sports / Gourmet / Pet Image Stabilization: Optical Movie Mode(s): AVCHD: 1920 x 1080 (59.94i, Interlace) (Approx.17Mbps) / 1440 x 1080 (59.94i, Interlace) (Approx.9Mbps) MP4: 1440 x 1080 (29.97fps, Progressive) (Approx.12Mbps) / 1280x720 (29.97fps, Progressive) (Approx.6Mbps) / VGA (640 x 480) (29.97fps, Progressive) (Approx.3Mbps) PictBridge Compatible: Yes TransferJet: Single / Select

Control

ISO: Auto / 125 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200
Battery Type: InfoLITHIUM G type 3.6V Battery Capacity: Approx. 155 minutes / Approx. 310 images (when shooting still images) Power Consumption (in Operation): Approx. 1.1W

Software

Supplied Software: Picture Motion Browser Ver 5.0, PMB Portable 5.0 (for Windows), PMB Portable 1.1 (for Macintosh), Music Transfer Operating System Compatibility: Microsoft Windows XP SP3, Windows Vista SP2, Windows 7, Macintosh OS X(v10.4-v10.6)

Convenience Features

Histogram Display: Yes AF Illuminator Light: Auto / Off Multi-Pattern Measuring: Yes NightShot Infrared System: No NightFraming System: No Clear RAW NR: Yes Power Save Mode: Standard / Stamina /Off In-Camera Editing: Trimming / Red Eye Correction / Unsharp Masking

Processor

Bionz Engine: Yes

Operating Conditions

Flash Effective Range: ISO Auto: Approx.0.25Approx.3.8m(Approx.0.82'-Approx.12.5')(W) / Approx.1.0-Approx.2.6m(Approx.3.281'Approx.8.53')(T), ISO3200: up to Approx.7.6m(Approx24.9')(W) / Approx.5.2m(Approx17.1')(T) Flash Mode(s): Auto / On / Slow Syncro / Off

Inputs and Outputs

Accessory Terminal: Multi connector Audio/Video Output(s): Yes USB Port(s): Yes - USB2.0 Hi-Speed HD Output: HDMI / Component (1080i)

Dimensions

Weight: Body: Approx. 6.0oz. (170g), With battery and Memory Stick media: 7.1oz. (200g) Measurements: W x H x D: 4 1/8" x 2 3/8" x 1 3/16" (102.9mm x 57.7mm x 28.9mm )

Hardware

LCD: 3.0"1 Clear Photo LCD (230K pixels) Viewfinder: No Lens Construction: 10 elements in 7 groups (including 4 aspheric elements)
Service and Warranty Information
Limited Warranty Term: Limited 1 Year Parts & Labor Please visit the Dealer Source for more information at www.sony.com/dealersource Last Updated: 03/08/2010
Sony Electronics Inc. 16530 Via Esprillo San Diego, CA 92127 1.800.222.7669 www.sony.com

Viewing

Viewing still images 40 Playback zoom 41 Image Index 42 Delete 43 Viewing movies 45
Table of contents Operation Search

MENU (Shooting)

MENU items (Shooting) 11

MENU (Viewing)

MENU items (Viewing) 12

Settings

Setting items 13
Viewing an image on a Standard Definition (SD) TV 117 Viewing an image on a High Definition (HD) TV 118

Computer

Using with your computer 122 Using the software 123 Connecting the camera to the computer125 Uploading images to a media service 127 Creating a movie disc 129

Printing

Printing still images 133

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting 135 Warning indicators and messages 144 Operation Search

Others

Using the camera abroad 149 Memory Stick Duo media 150 Battery pack 152 Battery charger 153 AVCHD format 154 GPS (DSC-HX5V only) 155 TransferJet standard 156
MENU/Settings Search Index

Index 157

Leaving the settings to Intelligent Auto Adjustment 20 the camera Scene Selection 26

Scene Recognition 63

Shooting movies
Movie Mode 28 Movie format 83 Soft Snap 26 Twilight Portrait 26 Smile Shutter 37 Scene Recognition 63 Face Detection 66 Anti Blink 68 Red Eye Reduction 88 Manual Exposure Shooting 31

Shooting portraits

Shooting in manual mode Shooting panoramic images Shooting best shots of your pet Shooting moving objects
Intelligent Sweep Panorama 29

Pet 26

Advanced Sports Shooting 26 Movie Mode 28 Burst Settings 52

Shooting without blur

Anti Motion Blur 23 Hand-held Twilight 24 High Sensitivity 26 2-second delay self-timer 38 ISO 56 SteadyShot 69
Shooting with backlight Backlight Correction HDR 25
Forced Flash 36 Scene Recognition 63
Shooting in dark places Anti Motion Blur 23
High Sensitivity 26 Slow Synchro 36 ISO 56
Adjusting exposure Changing focus position Changing image size/ quality Deleting images
EV 55 Index Focus 60 Face Detection 66 Image Size/Quality 48
Delete 43, 78 Format 108 Playback zoom 41 Trimming (Resize) 77 Retouch 77
Displaying enlarged images Editing images
Playing back a series of Slideshow 70 images in order
Shooting/Viewing with easy-to-see indicators Printing images with the date Changing date and time settings Initializing settings
Easy Shooting 21 Table of contents
Using the PMB (Picture Motion Browser)
Area Setting 114 Date & Time Setting 115 Initialize 95
Operation Search MENU/Settings Search
GPS (DSC-HX5V only) GPS assist data 93
GPS setting 51, 104 Adjust Compass 106 Auto Clock ADJ 116
Printing images Viewing on TVs
Print 133 Index Viewing an image on a Standard Definition (SD) TV 117 Viewing an image on a High Definition (HD) TV 118 Creating a movie disc 129

1 Press (Flash) on the control button. 2 Select the desired mode with the control button.
(Auto) (On) (Slow Synchro) (Off) Notes
The flash strobes twice. The first flash adjusts the light quantity. While charging the flash, is displayed. You cannot use the flash during burst or bracket. In Intelligent Auto Adjustment mode, Easy Shooting mode, you can select only [Auto] or [Off]. In Backlight Correction HDR mode or Manual Exposure Shooting mode, only [On] or [Slow Synchro] can be selected. Flash is set to [Off] in the following modes: In Anti Motion Blur mode In Hand-held Twilight mode In iSweep Panorama mode
Flash automatically operates in dark locations or when there is backlight. Flash always operates. Flash always operates. The shutter speed is slow in a dark place to clearly shoot the background that is out of flash light. Flash does not operate.
zWhen the White circular spots appears in flash

photos

This is caused by particles (dust, pollen, etc.) floating close to the lens. When they are accentuated by the cameras flash, they appear as white circular spots.
Camera Subject Particles (dust, pollen, etc.) in the air
How can the White circular spots be reduced?
Light the room and shoot the subject without a flash. Select (High Sensitivity) mode in Scene Selection. ([Off] is automatically selected.)

Smile Shutter

When the camera detects a smile, the shutter is released automatically.

1 Press

(Smile) on the control button.
2 Wait for a smile to be detected.
When the smile level exceeds the b point on the indicator, the camera records images automatically. If you press the shutter button during Smile Shutter, the camera shoots the image, then returns to Smile Shutter mode.
3 To stop shooting, press

(Smile) again.

Face Detection frame Smile Detection Sensitivity indicator
Shooting using the Smile Shutter ends automatically when either the memory card or internal memory becomes full. Smiles may not be detected correctly depending on the conditions. You cannot use the digital zoom function. The Smile Shutter function is not available in the following situations: In Anti Motion Blur mode In Hand-held Twilight mode In Backlight Correction HDR mode In Movie Mode In iSweep Panorama mode
zHints for better capturing of smiles
Do not cover the eyes with the bangs. Do not obscure the face by hat, masks, sunglasses, etc. 2 Try to orient the face in front of the camera and be as level as possible. Keep the eyes narrowed. 3 Give a clear smile with an open mouth. The smile is easier to detect when the teeth are shown.

The shutter operates when any person whose face is being detected smiles. You can select or register the priority subject for face detection with [Face Detection]. To perform smile detection for a different face, change the priority face with z on the control button (page 66). If a smile is not detected, set the [Smile Detection Sensitivity] in setting menu.

Self-Timer

1 Press (Self-Timer) on the control button. 2 Select the desired mode with the control button.
(Off) (10sec) Does not use the self-timer. Sets the 10-second delay self-timer. When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes and a beep sounds until the shutter operates. To cancel, press again. Sets the 2-second delay self-timer. Set the self-timer to Self-portrait timer. When the camera detects the specified number of faces, a beep sounds, and the shutter operates 2 seconds later. Do not move the camera during this while.
(2sec) (Self-portrait One Person) (Self-portrait Two People) Notes
In Easy Shooting mode, you can select only [10sec] or [Off]. In Movie Mode, [Self-portrait One Person] or [Self-portrait Two People] cannot be selected. The self-timer is not valid when shooting in iSweep Panorama mode.
zAutomatic shooting with Self- portrait timer
Point the lens at yourself so your face is reflected in the LCD screen. The camera detects the subjects, and then the shutter operates. The camera determines the optimal composition and prevents faces from being cut out of the LCD screen.
You can also shoot an image by pressing the shutter button during this operation.
zHints for preventing blur
If your hands or body moves while holding the camera and pressing the shutter button, Camera shake occurs. Camera shake occurs frequently under low-light or slow shutter speed conditions, such as those encountered in (Twilight Portrait) or (Twilight) mode. In such a case, shoot with the below tips in mind.
Shoot with a 2-second delay self-timer and stabilize the camera by holding your arms firmly at your side after pressing the shutter button. Use a tripod or place the camera on a flat surface to hold the camera steady.

Burst/Bracket button

You can select burst shooting, normal (single-image) or bracket shooting mode. You can select normal (single-image) or burst shooting in [Burst Settings] (page 52).
1 Select a desired mode with the

When you press the Burst

(Burst/Bracket) button.
(Burst/Bracket) button, the setting switches. Shoots in succession when you press and hold down the shutter button. You can set the burst shooting speed in [Burst Shooting Interval] (page 53). Shoots a single image, or images in bracket mode. You can select the exposure values in [Bracket Settings] (page 54). Single mode is displayed when [Bracket Settings] is set to [Off]. Bracket mode is displayed when [Bracket Settings] is set to other than [Off].

Delete

Allows you to select unwanted images for deletion. You can also delete images from the MENU button (page 78).

1 Press the 2

(Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
(Delete) button t desired mode t z on the control button
All in Date Range All in This Folder All AVCHD files Multiple Images
Deletes all images in the selected date range or folder, or all AVCHD movies at once. Press [OK] t z after step 2. Allows you to select and delete multiple images. Do as the following after step 2. 1Select an image then press z. Repeat the above step until there are no more images to be deleted. Select an image with a mark again to release the mark. 2MENU t [OK] t z
This Image All In This Group All but this image
Deletes the currently displayed image in single-image mode. Deletes all images in the selected burst group at once. Press [OK] t z after step 2. Deletes burst group images other than the selected image in Display Burst Group mode. Press [OK] t z after step 2. Cancels the deletion.

Exit Notes

In Easy Viewing mode, you can delete only the currently displayed image. When the internal memory is used to record images, View Mode is set to Folder View and still images and movies are displayed in the same folder.
zYou can switch between index and single-image
mode when selecting images
Turn the lever to (T) of the W/T (zoom) lever in index mode to return to single-image mode, and turn the (Index) lever to (W) in single-image mode to return to index mode.
You can also switch between index and single-image mode in [Protect], [DPOF] or [Print].

Viewing movies

1 Press the 3 Press z.
Movie playback starts. Control button z B b V Note
You may not be able to play back some images shot using other cameras.
2 Select a movie with the control button.
Playback feature Stop Fast forward Fast rewind Displays the control panel
Displaying the control panel
Display the control panel, you can control slow movie playback and adjust the volume.
1 Press V on the control button.
The control panel appears.
2 Select a desired button with b/B, and press z.

Button

Available functions Rewind Playback/Stop Fast forward Play slow Volume control Close the control panel
zOn the movie viewing screen
Select the image you want to display using b/B on the control button, and press z. The Playback bar appears, you can check a playback position of a movie.
, , , or appears on the movie viewing screen. The icon displayed may vary depending on image size and quality.

Playback bar

zOn image quality and image size
A digital image is made up of a collection of small dots called pixels. If it contains a large number of pixels, the image becomes large, it takes up more memory, and the image is displayed in fine detail. Image size is shown by the number of pixels. Although you cannot see the differences on the screen of the camera, the fine detail and data processing time differ when the image is printed or displayed on a computer screen. Description of the pixels and the image size
Image size: 10M 3648 pixels 2736 pixels = 9,980,928 pixels 2 Image size: VGA 640 pixels 480 pixels = 307,200 pixels

Pixels

Many pixels (Fine image quality and large file size) Few pixels (Rough image quality but small file size)
GPS setting (DSC-HX5V only)
Allows you to set GPS setting from MENU in Easy Shooting mode. Refer to page 104 for details.
1 Set the mode dial to 3 Desired mode t z

On Off

2 MENU t [GPS setting] t z on the control button
GPS direction sensor is activated. GPS direction sensor is inactivated. If you do not record the location and direction information, set the GPS setting.

Burst Settings

You can select the Single (single-image) or Burst as the shooting mode.

(Single) (Burst)

(Burst Settings) t desired mode
Records a single image. Records up to 10 images in succession when you press and hold down the shutter button.
Burst shooting is not available during Easy Shooting, Anti Motion Blur, Hand-held Twilight, Backlight Correction HDR, Movie Mode, iSweep Panorama or Smile Shutter. The flash is set to [Off]. When recording with the self timer, a series of a maximum of five images is recorded. The recording interval becomes longer, depending on the setting for the image size. When the battery level is low, or when the internal memory or memory card is full, the Burst stops. [Focus], [White Balance] and [EV] are adjusted for the first image, and these settings are also used for the other images.

Burst Shooting Interval

Selects the number of images per second taken for Burst shooting.

(High) (Mid) (Low)

Send by TransferJet

TransferJet is a close-up, wireless transfer technology that allows data to be transferred by closely aligning two products that you want to communicate with each other. To find out whether your camera is equipped with the TransferJet function, check for the (TransferJet) mark on the bottom of the camera. Using Memory Stick with TransferJet (sold separately), you can transfer image data between the camera and TransferJet-compatible devices. For more details on TransferJet, see the operating instructions supplied with Memory Stick with TransferJet.
1 Insert Memory Stick with TransferJet into this camera, then press the (Playback) button. 2 MENU t button (Send by TransferJet) t desired mode t z on the control
3 Send image data by aligning other device.
(TransferJet) marks on the camera and
A beep sounds when the connection is successful. (This Image) (Multiple Images) Sends the currently displayed image in single-image mode. You can select and send multiple images. Do as the following after step 2. 1Select an image then press z. Repeat the above step until there are no more images to be sent. Select an image with a mark to release the mark. 2MENU t [OK] t z Notes
Only still images can be transferred. You can send up to 10 images at a time. Set [TransferJet] to [On] in (Settings) (page 107). On an airplane, set [TransferJet] to [Off] in (Settings) (page 107). In addition, follow the rules of the place where you use. The connection is cut if transfer cannot be made within about 30 seconds. In that case, select [Yes] in the resending confirmation screen and aligning (TransferJet) marks on the camera and other device again. In some countries or regions, Memory Stick with TransferJet, or a TransferJet-compatible camera may not be available, depending on local regulations (active and pending). Outside the country or region of purchase, set [TransferJet] to [Off]. In some countries or regions, the use of TransferJet may be subject to punishment according to local radio wave regulations.
Receiving the data by TransferJet
1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (TransferJet) marks on the camera 2 Receive image data by aligning and other device.
A beep sounds when the connection is successful.

Home You use the camera in your area. When the currently set area differs from your home area, you must make the Area Setting. You use the camera set to the time at your destination. Set the destination area.

Destination

zChanging Area Setting
Setting a frequently visited destination lets you easily adjust the time when you visit that destination.

Daylight Savings icon

1Select the area part for [Destination], then press z on the control button. 2Select an area with b/B on the control button, and select Daylight Savings time with v/V.

Date & Time Setting

Sets the date and time again.
1 MENU t (Settings) t (Clock Settings) t [Date & Time Setting] t desired setting t z on the control button 2 Set the numeric value and desired settings with v/V/b/B. 3 [OK] t z
Date & Time Format Daylight Savings Date & Time Note
The camera does not have a feature for superimposing dates on images. By using PMB in the CDROM (supplied), you can print or save images with the date.
You can select the date and time display format. You can select Daylight Savings On/Off. You can set the date and time.
Auto Clock ADJ (DSC-HX5V only)
Your camera maintains correct clock time by using GPS to acquire time information during starting up.
1 MENU t (Settings) t (Clock Settings) t [Auto Clock ADJ] t desired mode t z on the control button
Adjusts the clock automatically. Does not adjust the clock automatically.
[Auto Clock ADJ] is invalid if [GPS setting] is set to [Off]. You must set [Date & Time Setting] on the camera before using it. There may be discrepancies of a few seconds. Depending on the area, it may not function correctly.
Viewing an image on a Standard Definition (SD) TV
You can view images on a Standard Definition (SD) TV by connecting the camera to a TV. Refer also to the operating instructions supplied with the TV.
1 Turn off both the camera and the TV.
2 Connect the camera to the TV with the cable for multi-use terminal (supplied).
1 To audio/video input jacks

Smile Shutter function does not work.
No image is shot if a smiling face is not detected. Set [Demo Mode] to [Off] (page 94).
Anti-blur function does not work.
The anti-blur function may not work properly when shooting night scenes. Shoot after pressing the shutter button halfway down. If camera shake is excessive, the anti-blur function may not be effective even when [SteadyShot] is activated.
Recording takes a long time.
When the shutter speed becomes slower than a certain speed in low light conditions, the NR (Noise Reduction) slow shutter function is activated automatically to reduce the image noise. Under such conditions, recording takes a long time. The Anti Blink function is working. Reset [Anti Blink] to [Off] (page 68).
The image is out of focus.
The subject is too close. When shooting, make sure to position the lens farther away from the subject than the shortest shooting distance (approximately 5 cm (2 inches) (W)/100 cm (3ft 3 3/8 inches) (T) from the lens). (Advanced Sports Shooting), (Twilight), (Landscape) or (Fireworks) mode is selected in the Scene Selection when shooting still images.

Zoom does not work.

You cannot use the zoom when shooting in iSweep Panorama mode. You cannot use the Smart zoom depending on the image size (page 86). You cannot use the digital zoom when: In Backlight correction HDR mode When (Advanced Sports Shooting) mode in the Scene Selection is selected In Movie mode The Smile Shutter is working.
Cannot select the Face Detection function.
You can select Face Detection only when the focus mode is set to [Multi AF] and the metering mode is set to [Multi].

The flash does not work.

You cannot use the flash when: In Burst/Bracket mode is selected. In Anti Motion Blur mode In Hand-held Twilight mode (High Sensitivity), (Advanced Sports Shooting), (Twilight) or selected in Scene Selection. In Movie Mode In iSweep Panorama mode Set the flash to (On) (page 36) when the Scene Selection mode is set to (Gourmet), (Pet), (Beach) or (Snow) mode.

(Fireworks) mode is

(Landscape),
Fuzzy white circular spots appear in images shot using the flash.
Particles (dust, pollen, etc.) in the air reflected the flash light and appeared in the image. This is not a malfunction.
The close-up shoot function (Macro) does not work.
The camera automatically adjusts the focus. Press and hold the shutter button halfway down. Focus adjustment may take some time when shooting a close subject. (Advanced Sports Shooting), (Landscape), (Twilight) or (Fireworks) mode is selected in the Scene Selection.
The date and time are not displayed on the LCD screen.

The location or direction information has not been recorded.
The shooting direction is not recorded when shooting movies. The location and direction information is not recorded when the movie is recorded on the internal memory. Use PMB to import the movies with GPS location information to your computer.
Excessive error in compass information
Perform [Adjust Compass] (page 106). Do not place the camera in close proximity to a magnetic source, or a metal.

Computers

Memory Stick PRO Duo media is not recognized by a computer with a Memory Stick media slot.
Check that the computer and the Memory Stick media Reader/Writer support Memory Stick PRO Duo media. Users of computers and Memory Stick media Readers/Writers made by manufacturers other than Sony should contact those manufacturers. If Memory Stick PRO Duo media is not supported, connect the camera to the computer (pages 125, 126). The computer recognizes the Memory Stick PRO Duo media.
Your computer does not recognize the camera.
When the battery level is low, insert the charged battery pack or use the AC adaptor (sold separately). Set [USB Connect] to [Auto] or [Mass Storage] (page 99). Use the cable for multi-use terminal (supplied). Disconnect the cable for multi-use terminal from both the computer and the camera, and connect it again firmly. Disconnect all equipment other than the camera, the keyboard and the mouse from the USB connectors of your computer. Connect the camera directly to your computer without passing through a USB hub or other device.

Cannot import images.

Connect the camera and your computer correctly making a USB connection (page 125). When you shoot images with a memory card formatted by a computer, you may not be able to import the images to a computer. Shoot using a memory card formatted by the camera (page 108).
After making a USB connection, PMB does not start automatically.
Make the USB connection after the computer is turned on.
After making a USB connection, PMB Portable does not start.
Set [LUN Settings] to [Multi]. Set [USB Connect] to [Auto] or [Mass Storage]. Connect the computer to the network.
Cannot play back images on your computer.
If you are using PMB, refer to PMB Help (page 123). Consult the computer or software manufacturer.
The image and sound are interrupted by noise when you view a movie on a computer.
You are playing back the movie directly from the internal memory or the memory card. Import the images to your computer using PMB and play it back (page 123, 125).
Images once exported to a computer cannot be viewed on the camera.
Use PMB to play images stored on a PC with this camera. Register the image to the image database file, then play back in [Date View] (page 75). Event View is not available on this camera.

Memory card

Cannot insert a memory card.
Insert the memory card in the correct direction.
You have formatted a memory card by mistake.
All the data on the memory card is deleted by formatting. You cannot restore it.
Images are recorded on the internal memory even when a memory card is inserted into the camera.
Make sure that the memory card is fully inserted into the camera.
Cannot play back or record images using the internal memory.
There is a memory card inserted in the camera. Remove it.
Cannot copy the data stored in the internal memory to a memory card.
The memory card is full. Copy to a memory card with sufficient capacity.
Cannot copy the data on the memory card or the computer to the internal memory.
This feature is not available.
See PictBridge-compliant printer together with the following items. Cannot print an image.
Refer to the operation manual of the printer.
Images are printed with both edges cut off.
Depending on your printer, all the edges of the image may be cut off. Especially when you print an image shot with the image size set to [16:9], the lateral end of the image may be cut off. When printing images using your printer, cancel the trimming or borderless settings. Consult the printer manufacturer as to whether the printer provides these functions or not. When having images printed at a digital print shop, ask the shop whether they can print the images without cutting off both edges.
Cannot print images with the date.
Using PMB, you can print images with date (page 123). The camera does not have a feature for superimposing dates on images. However, because the images shot with the camera include information on the recording date, you can print images with the date superimposed if the printer or the software can recognize Exif information. For compatibility with Exif information, consult the manufacturer of the printer or the software. If you use a photo printing service, ask them to superimpose the dates on images.
PictBridge-compliant printer
A connection cannot be established.
The camera cannot be connected directly to a printer that is not compliant with the PictBridge standard. Consult the printer manufacturer as to whether the printer is compliant with PictBridge or not. Check that the printer is turned on and can be connected to the camera. Set [USB Connect] to [PictBridge] (page 99). Disconnect and connect the cable for multi-use terminal again. If an error message is indicated on the printer, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the printer.

*1 High-speed data transfer using a parallel interface is not supported. *2 Memory Stick Duo media, MagicGate Memory Stick Duo media and Memory Stick PRO Duo media are equipped with MagicGate functions. MagicGate is copyright protection technology that uses encryption technology. Data recording/playback that requires MagicGate functions cannot be performed with the camera. *3 [AVC HD 17M FH], [AVC HD 9M HQ], [MP4 12M] or [MP4 6M] movies cannot be recorded to internal memory or a Memory Stick media other than a Memory Stick PRO Duo media, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo media. *4 This camera does not support 8-bit parallel data transfer. It performs the same 4-bit parallel data transfer as the Memory Stick PRO Duo media.
This product is compatible with Memory Stick Micro media (M2). M2 is an abbreviation for Memory Stick Micro media. A Memory Stick Duo media formatted with a computer is not guaranteed to operate with the camera. Data read/write speeds differ depending on the combination of the Memory Stick Duo media and the equipment used. Do not remove the Memory Stick Duo media while reading or writing data. Data may be corrupted in the following cases: When the Memory Stick Duo media is removed or the camera is turned off during a read or write operation When the Memory Stick Duo media is used in locations subject to static electricity or electrical noise We recommend backing up important data. Do not attach a label on the Memory Stick Duo media itself nor on a Memory Stick Duo media Adaptor. Do not touch the terminal section of the Memory Stick Duo media with your hand or a metal object. Do not strike, bend or drop the Memory Stick Duo media. Do not disassemble or modify the Memory Stick Duo media. Do not expose the Memory Stick Duo media to water. Do not leave the Memory Stick Duo media within the reach of small children. They might accidentally swallow it. Do not insert anything other than a Memory Stick Duo media into the Memory Stick Duo media slot. Doing so will cause a malfunction. Do not use or store the Memory Stick Duo media under the following conditions: High temperature locations such as the hot interior of a car parked in direct sunlight Locations exposed to direct sunlight Humid locations or locations with corrosive substances present
Notes on using the Memory Stick Duo media Adaptor (sold separately)
To use a Memory Stick Duo media with a Memory Stick media compliant device, be sure to insert the Memory Stick Duo media into a Memory Stick Duo media Adaptor. If you insert a Memory Stick Duo media into a Memory Stick media compliant device without a Memory Stick Duo media Adaptor, you might not be able to remove it from the device. When inserting a Memory Stick Duo media into a Memory Stick Duo media Adaptor, make sure the Memory Stick Duo media is inserted facing in the correct direction, then insert it all the way in. Incorrect insertion may result in a malfunction. When using a Memory Stick Duo media inserted into a Memory Stick Duo media Adaptor with a Memory Stick media compliant device, make sure that the Memory Stick Duo media Adaptor is inserted facing the correct direction. Note that improper use may damage the equipment. Do not insert a Memory Stick Duo media Adaptor into a Memory Stick media compliant device without a Memory Stick Duo media attached. Doing so may result in malfunction of the unit.

Video signal*3: 1080 60i-compatible device
MPEG-4 AVC/H.1080/60i, 1440 1080/60i
1080 50i-compatible device
MPEG-4 AVC/H.1080/50i, 1440 1080/50i Audio signal: Dolby Digital 2ch Recording media: Memory card *1 1080i specification A high definition specification which utilizes 1,080 effective scanning lines and the interlace system. *2 720p specification A high definition specification which utilizes 720 effective scanning lines and the progressive system. *3 Data recorded in AVCHD format other than the above mentioned cannot be played on your camera.
This system allows you to pinpoint your exact location on the earth. The GPS satellites are located in 6 orbits, 20,000 km above the earth. The GPS system consists of 24 or more GPS satellites. A GPS receiver receives radio signals from the satellites, and calculates the current location of the receiver based on the orbital information (almanac data) and travel time of the signals, etc. Determining a location is called triangulating. A GPS receiver can determine the locations latitude and longitude by receiving signals from 3 or more satellites.
As the positions of GPS satellites vary constantly, it may take longer to determine the location or the receiver may not be able to determine the location at all, depending on the location and time you use the camera. GPS is a system for determining geographic location by triangulating radio signals from GPS satellites. Avoid using the camera in places where radio signals are blocked or reflected, such as a shadowy place surrounded by buildings or trees, etc. Use the camera in open sky environments. You may not be able to record location information at locations or in situations where radio signals from the GPS satellites do not reach the camera as follows. In tunnels, indoors or under the shade of buildings. Between tall buildings or at narrow streets surrounded by buildings. In underground locations, locations surrounded by dense trees, under an elevated bridge, or in locations where magnetic fields are generated, such as near high voltage cables. Near devices that generate radio signals of the same frequency band as the camera: near 1.5 GHz band mobile telephones, etc.