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Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400 Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1 4-530-690-11(1) Digital Still Camera Instruction Manual DSC-HX400/HX400V...

  • Page 2: In-Camera Guide

    Learning more about the camera (“Help Guide”) “Help Guide” is an on-line manual. Refer to it for in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camera. 1 Access the Sony support page. http://www.sony.net/SonyInfo/Support/ 2 Select your country or region. 3 Search for the model name of your camera within the support page.

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DSC-HX400/DSC-HX400V Serial No. _____________________________ Model No.

  • Page 4: Battery Pack

    • Be sure to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that can charge the battery pack. • Keep the battery pack out of the reach of small children. • Keep the battery pack dry.

  • Page 5: For Customers In The U.s.a

    The number below is for the FCC related matters only. Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSC-HX400V Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the...

  • Page 6: For Customers In Canada

    For EU product compliance: Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany Hereby, Sony Corporation, declares that this equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. For details, please access the following URL: http://www.compliance.sony.de/...

  • Page 7: Checking The Supplied Items

    Disposal of waste batteries and electrical and electronic equipment (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the product, the battery or on the packaging indicates that the product and the battery shall not be treated as household waste. On certain batteries this symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol.

  • Page 8: Identifying Parts

    Identifying parts • When the Zoom/Focus switch is set to MF or DMF, turn the manual ring to adjust the focus. A For shooting: Fn (Function) button For viewing: (Send to Smartphone) button A GPS receiver (built-in, DSC- B CUSTOM (Custom) button HX400V only) •...

  • Page 9: Mode Dial

    J Mode dial • When adjusting the diopter level, point the camera to a bright area (Intelligent Auto)/ to make it easier to adjust the (Superior Auto)/ diopter level. (Program Auto)/ C Multi/Micro USB Terminal* (Aperture Priority)/ • Supports Micro USB compatible (Shutter Priority)/ device.
  • Page 10 * For details on compatible accessories for the multi interface shoe and the Multi/Micro USB Terminal, visit the Sony web site, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. You can also use accessories that are compatible with the accessory shoe.

  • Page 11: Inserting The Battery Pack

    Inserting the battery pack Battery eject lever Open the cover. Insert the battery pack. • While pressing the battery eject lever, insert the battery pack as illustrated. Make sure that the battery eject lever locks after insertion. • Closing the cover with the battery inserted incorrectly may damage the camera.

  • Page 12: Charging The Battery Pack

    Charging the battery pack For customers in the USA and Canada Power cord (Mains lead) Power/Charge lamp Lit: Charging Off: Charging finished Flashing: For customers in countries/ Charging error or charging paused regions other than the USA temporarily because the camera is not and Canada within the proper temperature range Connect the camera to the AC Adaptor (supplied),...

  • Page 13: Charging Time (Full Charge)

    (wall socket) immediately to disconnect from the power source. • When charging is finished, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket). • Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs, micro USB cable (supplied) and AC Adaptor (supplied). Charging time (Full charge) The charging time is approximately 230 minutes using the AC Adaptor (supplied).
  • Page 14 • The number of images that can be recorded is for shooting under the following conditions: – Using a Sony Memory Stick PRO Duo™ (Mark2) media (sold separately). – The battery pack is used at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F).

  • Page 15: Supplying Power

    • The number for “Shooting (still images)” is based on the CIPA standard, and is for shooting under the following conditions: (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) – DISP is set to [Display All Info.]. – Shooting once every 30 seconds. –...

  • Page 16: Inserting A Memory Card (Sold Separately)

    Inserting a memory card (sold separately) Ensure that the notched corner is faced correctly. Open the cover. Insert the memory card (sold separately). • With the notched corner facing as illustrated, insert the memory card until it clicks into place. Close the cover.

  • Page 17: Memory Cards That Can Be Used

    Memory cards that can be used Memory card For still images For movies Memory Stick XC-HG Duo™ Memory Stick PRO Duo™ (Mark2 only) Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo™ Memory Stick Micro™ (M2) (Mark2 only) SD memory card (Class 4 or faster) SDHC memory card (Class 4 or faster) SDXC memory card...

  • Page 18: Setting The Clock

    Setting the clock ON/OFF (Power) Control button Select items: Set: Press the ON/OFF (Power) button. The Date & Time setting is displayed when you turn on the camera for the first time. • It may take some time for the power to turn on and allow operation. Check that [Enter] is selected on the screen, then press z on the control button.

  • Page 19: Shooting Still Images/Movies

    Shooting still images/movies Shutter button W/T (zoom) lever Mode dial MOVIE W: zoom out : Intelligent Auto T: zoom in : Movie Shooting still images Press the shutter button halfway down to focus. When the image is in focus, a beep sounds and the z indicator lights. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot an image.

  • Page 20: Viewing Images

    • For the continuous shooting time of a movie recording, refer to “Number of still images and recordable time of movies” (page 29). When movie recording is finished, you can restart recording by pressing the MOVIE button again. Recording may stop to protect the camera depending on the ambient temperature. Viewing images Control dial W: zoom out...

  • Page 21: Introduction Of Other Functions

    Introduction of other functions Control dial Fn (Function) Control button MENU Control button DISP (Display Contents): Allows you to change the screen display. (Drive Mode): Allows you to switch between shooting methods, such as single shooting, continuous shooting or bracket shooting. (Exposure Comp.): Allows you to compensate the exposure and brightness for the entire image.

  • Page 22: Menu Items

    Menu Items (Camera Settings) Image Size Selects the size of still images. Aspect Ratio Selects the aspect ratio for still images. Quality Sets the image quality for still images. Panorama: Size Selects the size of panoramic images. Panorama: Direction Sets the shooting direction for panoramic images. File Format Selects the movie file format.
  • Page 23 Sets the function to track a subject and continue Lock-on AF focusing. Selects to detect faces and adjust various settings Smile/Face Detect. automatically. Sets to automatically release the shutter when a smile is detected. Soft Skin Effect Sets the Soft Skin Effect and the effect level. Analyzes the scene when capturing faces, close-ups, Auto Obj.
  • Page 24 Peaking Color Sets the color used for the peaking function. Sets the guide displayed when exposure settings are Exposure Set. Guide changed in the shooting screen. Sets whether to use the Clear Image Zoom and Digital Zoom Setting Zoom when zooming. Sets the method for switching between the viewfinder FINDER/MONITOR and screen.
  • Page 25 (Application) Displays the application list. You can select the Application List application you want to use. Introduction Displays instructions on using the application. (Playback) Delete Deletes an image. Sets the way in which images are grouped for View Mode playback. Image Index Displays multiple images at the same time.
  • Page 26 Turns the mode dial guide (the explanation of each Mode Dial Guide shooting mode) on or off. Display Quality Sets the display quality. Sets the length of time until the camera turns off Pwr Save Start Time automatically. PAL/NTSC Selector By changing the TV format of the device, shooting in (only for 1080 50i a different movie format is possible.

  • Page 27: Features Of Playmemories Home

    • An Internet connection is required to install PlayMemories Home. • An Internet connection is required to use PlayMemories Online or other network services. PlayMemories Online or other network services may not be available in some countries or regions. • Use the following URL for Mac applications: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/...

  • Page 28: System Requirements

    PMB. System requirements You can find the system requirements for the software at the following URL: www.sony.net/pcenv/ Installing PlayMemories Home on a computer Using the Internet browser on your computer, go to the following URL, and then install PlayMemories Home.

  • Page 29: Adding Functions To The Camera

    You can add the desired functions to your camera by connecting to the application download website (PlayMemories Camera Apps™) via the Internet. http://www.sony.net/pmca • After installing an application, you can call up the application by touching an NFC-enabled Android smartphone to the N mark on the camera, using the [One-touch(NFC)] function.
  • Page 30 Movies The table below shows the approximate maximum recording times. These are the total times for all movie files. Continuous shooting is possible for approximately 29 minutes (a product specification limit). The maximum continuous recording time of an MP4 (12M) format movie is about 15 minutes (limited by the 2 GB file size restriction).

  • Page 31: Notes On Using The Camera

    Notes on using the camera Functions built into this camera • This manual describes 1080 60i-compatible devices and 1080 50i-compatible devices. – To determine whether your camera supports the GPS function, check the model name of your camera. GPS-compatible: DSC-HX400V GPS-incompatible: DSC-HX400 –...
  • Page 32 Do not use/store the camera in the following places • In an extremely hot, cold or humid place In places such as in a car parked in the sun, the camera body may become deformed and this may cause a malfunction. •...
  • Page 33 No guarantee in the case of damaged content or recording failures Sony cannot provide a guarantee in the case of failure to record or loss or damage of recorded content due to a malfunction of the camera or recording media, etc.

  • Page 34: Specifications

    Specifications Camera Recording media: Memory Stick PRO Duo media, Memory Stick Micro media, SD cards, microSD memory [System] cards Image device: 7.82 mm (1/2.3 type) Flash: Flash range (ISO sensitivity Exmor R™ CMOS sensor (Recommended Exposure Index) Total pixel number of camera: set to Auto): Approx.
  • Page 35 AC Adaptor AC-UB10C/UB10D [Power, general] Power requirements: AC 100 V to Power: Rechargeable battery pack 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz, 70 mA NP-BX1, 3.6 V Output voltage: DC 5 V, 0.5 A AC Adaptor AC-UB10C/UB10D, Operating temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) Power consumption: Storage temperature: –20 °C to +60 °C...
  • Page 36 • Memory Stick and of Facebook, Inc. trademarks or registered trademarks • YouTube and the YouTube logo are of Sony Corporation. trademarks or registered trademarks • “AVCHD Progressive” and the of Google Inc. “AVCHD Progressive” logotype are •...
  • Page 40 © 2014 Sony Corporation Printed in China...

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