Sony HDR-AS20 Manual

HDR-AS204-542-974-11(1)GB© 2014 Sony CorporationDigital HD Video Camera RecorderHandbookTable of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex10GBSettings SearchClick each item to jump to the corresponding page.* You can change the mode by

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex11GB1 Press the NEXT or PREV button to turn on the power.To power off, select [PwOFF] and press t

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex12GBIdentifying partsA REC/access lampB REC (Movie/Photo) buttonENTER (Menu execute) buttonC b RE

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex13GBChecking the bundled itemsMake sure that you have following bundled items.The number in paren

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex14GBInserting the battery pack1 Slide the battery pack/memory card cover in the direction of the

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex15GB1 Turn off the power of the camera.Charging is not possible when the camera is turned on.2 Co

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex16GBzHow long does it take to charge the camera?Charging time• Time required to charge a fully de

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex17GBInserting a memory card1 Slide the Battery pack/memory card cover in the direction of the arr

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex18GB• In order to stabilize memory card operation, it is recommended that you format the memory c

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex19GBRecording ModeYou can set the image resolution and frame rate for shooting movies.To make the

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 SearchIndex20GBSteadyShotYou can activate the camera-shake reduction when shooting. To make the setting, sel

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex21GBFlipYou can record the image upside down. This function is useful when the camera is attached

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex22GBSceneYou can select suitable image quality according to the shooting scene.To make the settin

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex23GBInterval Photo RecordingYou can set the interval period of the interval photo recording.To ma

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex24GBAirplane ModeWhen you are in an airplane or another restricted place, you can set the camera

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex25GBAuto Power OffYou can change the setting of the Auto Power Off function.To make the setting,

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex26GBBeepYou can set the audible notification of operations to ON/OFF.To make the setting, select

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex27GBDate & Time SettingYou can set the year/month/day and region. To make the setting, select

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex28GBDaylight Saving Time (Summer Time) SettingYou can set the camera’s clock to the Daylight Savi

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex29GBUSB Power SupplyWhen connecting the camera to a computer or USB device with the micro USB cab

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

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex30GBSwitching NTSC/PALYou can select NTSC/PAL, depending on the TV system of the country or regio

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex31GBResetting the SettingsYou can reset the settings to their defaults.If you activate [RESET], i

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex32GBFormatFormatting is the process of deleting all images in the memory card, and restoring the

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex33GBUsing accessoriesRefer to the website of this camera for the latest information on accessorie

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex34GB4 Insert the tab of the case body into the slot of the case cover.5 Hook the buckle over the

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex35GBNotes on use• Do not throw the Waterproof Case into the water.• Avoid using the Waterproof Ca

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex36GBMaintenance• After recording in a location with a sea breeze, wash this unit thoroughly in fr

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex37GBThe Adhesive Mount is used for fixing the Waterproof Case to an item you intend to use. The A

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex38GB• The Flat Adhesive Mount and Curved Adhesive Mount cannot be used again once they are detach

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex39GBShootingAbout the b REC HOLD switchThe b REC HOLD switch can prevent accidental operation. Sl

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

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex40GBzNotes on long-time recording• When you continue to shoot for a long time, the temperature of

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex41GBViewing images on a TVConnect the camera to a TV which has an HDMI terminal using a micro HDM

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex42GBzTo control a content being played back• Viewing the previous/next image: Press the PREV/NEXT

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex43GBPreparation for connecting to your smartphoneInstall the “PlayMemories Mobile” on your smartp

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex44GBConnecting to your smartphonePerform preparation for connecting to your smartphone before con

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex45GBiPhone/iPad1 Select [Settings] on the smartphone, then select [Wi-Fi] and the SSID of the cam

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex46GB• You cannot connect a smartphone to two or more cameras at the same time.• Depending on loca

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex47GBConnecting with the Live-View RemoteWith the Live-View Remote (RM-LVR1) (sold separately), yo

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex48GB3 When [AWAIT] is displayed on the display panel of the camera, register the camera on the Li

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex49GBWi-Fi Remote ControlBy connecting the camera and a Live-View Remote or smartphone through Wi-

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

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex50GBCopyYou can copy movies and photos shot by the camera by operating a smartphone.1 Turn on the

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex51GBUseful functions when connecting the camera to your computerThe “PlayMemories Home” software

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex52GBPreparing a computer1 Turn on the computer.• Log on as an Administrator.• Close all applicati

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex53GBTo delete the USB connectionWindows7/Windows81 Click on the task tray.2 Click the disconnec

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex54GBStarting the “PlayMemories Home” software1 Double-click the “PlayMemories Home” icon on the c

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex55GBTroubleshootingIf you experience trouble with the camera, try the following solutions.1 Check

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex56GBCannot turn on the camera.• Attach a charged battery pack.• Make sure that the battery pack i

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex57GBCannot insert dates on images.• The camera does not have a feature for superimposing dates on

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex58GBThe lens gets fogged.• Moisture condensation has occurred. Turn off the camera and wait about

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex59GBWarning indicators and messagesIf the following messages appear, follow the instructions.• Th

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex6GBTable of contentsNotes on using the cameraHow to use this handbook····························

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex60GBPLANE• When the airplane mode is set to [ON], Wi-Fi cannot be used (page 24).

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex61GBRecordable timeRecording timeApproximate time available when you use a fully charged battery

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex62GB• The recordable time may vary depending on the recording conditions, subjects, and the Reco

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex63GBBattery packOn charging the battery pack• Charge the battery pack before using the camera for

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex64GBUsing the camera abroadOn TV color systemsTo view images shot by the camera on a TV, you need

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex65GBPrecautionsDo not use/store the camera in the following places• In an extremely hot, cold or

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex66GBHow to avoid moisture condensationWhen you bring the camera from a cold place into a warm pla

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex67GBSpecificationsCamera[System]Video signalNTSC color, EIA standardsHDTV 1080/60i, 1080/60p spec

68GBTable of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndexCurved Adhesive MountDimensions: Approx. 50.0 mm × 16.0 mm × 58.5 mm (2 in. × 21/32 in. × 2 3

Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex69GBTrademarks• “Memory Stick” and are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.

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Table of contentsOperation SearchSettings SearchIndex9GBOperation SearchShooting movies and photosShooting ···········································