Sony HDR-AS50 User Manual

Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder/Digital HD Video Camera Recorder
FDR-
X3000/HDR-AS300/HDR-AS50
Read This First
Identifying the parts
Identifying the parts (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) [1]
Identifying the parts (HDR-AS50) [2]
Screen display [3]
Getting Started
Checking the bundled items [4]
Inserting the battery pack [5]
Charging the battery pack [6]
Inserting a memory card
Inserting a memory card [7]
The memory cards that can be used with the camera [8]
Setting the date and time [9]
Using the Underwater Housing
Identifying the parts (Underwater Housing) [10]

Sony HDR-AS50 Specifications

General

Sensor Type	Exmor R CMOS
Effective Pixels	11.1 MP
Lens Type	ZEISS Tessar
Aperture	f/2.8
Optical Zoom	No
Digital Zoom	3x
Recording Format	MP4, XAVC S
Battery Type	NP-BX1
Battery Capacity	1240 mAh
Video Resolution	1920 x 1080
Waterproof	Yes (with housing)
Connectivity	Wi-Fi, NFC, Micro HDMI, Micro USB
Memory Card Slot	microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC
Dimensions	Approx. 24.2 mm x 47.0 mm x 83.0 mm (0.96 in x 1 7/8 in x 3 3/8 in)

Summary

Read This First

Identifying the parts

Explains how to identify the camera's components.

Screen display

Details the icons and information shown on the camera's screen.

Getting Started

Checking the bundled items

Lists the items included in the camera package.

Inserting the battery pack

Step-by-step guide for inserting the battery.

Charging the battery pack

Instructions for charging the camera's battery.

Inserting a memory card

How to insert and eject memory cards.

Using the Underwater Housing

Identifying the parts (Underwater Housing)

Identifies the components of the underwater housing.

Using accessories

Details how to use various camera accessories.

Shooting

Shooting movies and still images

Covers basic procedures for capturing movies and still images.

Changing the Settings

Explains how to modify various camera settings.

Camera settings

Airplane mode

Temporarily disable wireless functions for restricted areas.

Wi-Fi connection setting

Guides on connecting the camera to devices via Wi-Fi.

Using the camera connected to other devices via Wi-Fi

Connecting to your smartphone

Guides on connecting the camera to a smartphone via Wi-Fi.

Connecting to the Live-View Remote

Instructions for connecting to the Live-View Remote.

Editing images imported to your computer

Using the Action Cam Movie Creator

Introduces the Action Cam Movie Creator software.

Installing Action Cam Movie Creator on your computer

Steps to install the Action Cam Movie Creator software.

Editing images imported to your smartphone/tablet

Using the Action Cam App

Explains the functions of the Action Cam App.

Installing Action Cam App

Instructions for installing the Action Cam App.

Information

Recordable time

Details the recording duration with different settings.

Battery pack

Information related to the camera's battery pack.

Precautions

Do not use/store the camera in the following places

Warnings about unsuitable environments for camera use or storage.

On carrying

Precautions to take when carrying the camera.

Specifications

FDR-X3000

Technical specifications for the FDR-X3000 model.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

General advice for resolving camera issues.

Battery pack and power

Solutions for battery and power-related problems.

Memory card

Operations using the memory card cannot be performed.

Troubleshooting steps for memory card access failures.

Shooting images

Issues encountered during image shooting.

Viewing images

Cannot playback images.

Troubleshooting steps for playback issues.

The image does not appear on the TV. (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300)

Solutions for display problems when connected to a TV.

GPS

The camera is not receiving a GPS signal. (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300)

Troubleshooting GPS signal reception.

Excessive error in location information. (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300)

Addressing GPS location accuracy issues.

Computers

Your computer does not recognize the camera.

Steps to resolve computer detection issues.

Cannot import images.

Solutions for problems importing images.

Wi-Fi

It takes too much time to transfer an image.

Tips to improve Wi-Fi image transfer speed.

The lens gets fogged.

How to deal with condensation on the lens.

Warning indicators and messages

Warning indicators and error messages

Explains common warning symbols and error codes.

Identifying the parts (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300)

Identifying the parts (HDR-AS50)

Screen display

Checking the bundled items

Inserting the battery pack

Charging the battery pack

Inserting a memory card

The memory cards that can be used with the camera

Setting the date and time

Using the Underwater Housing

Identifying the parts (Underwater Housing)

Identifies the components of the underwater housing.

On waterproof performance of the Underwater Housing

Details the waterproof capabilities and limitations.

Notes on use for the Underwater Housing

Water leakage

Waterproof packing

How to check for water leaks

Maintenance

Using accessories

Using the attachment buckle

How to attach and detach the accessory buckle.

Notes on using the adhesive mount (sold separately)

Precautions for using adhesive mounts.

Shooting movies and still images

Shooting movies (Movie mode)

Guide to recording movies in Movie mode.

Shooting still images (Photo mode)

Guide to capturing still images in Photo mode.

Time-lapse capture mode

Loop recording mode

Using the zoom

Notes on long-time recording

List of setting items

Image quality setting

Movie format

Time-lapse capture image size

Loop recording time

Still image mode switching

Still image shooting interval

Self-timer

Time-lapse shooting interval

Time-lapse shot number

SteadyShot (Movie)

SteadyShot (Still) (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300)

Angle setting

Zoom setting

Flip

AE shift

Time-lapse AE mode

Scene

White balance

Color mode

Audio recording setting

Wind noise reduction

Airplane mode

Wi-Fi connection setting

Wi-Fi Hi power setting

Bluetooth setting

Bluetooth remote controller power setting

GPS log (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300)

Format

Time code/user bit (FDR-X3000)

IR remote (FDR-X3000)

HDMI settings (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300)

USB power supply

Beep

Beep volume

Lamp setting

One touch recording

Auto power off

Switching NTSC/PAL

Date & time setting

Area setting

Daylight saving time (summer time) setting

Version

Resetting the settings

Viewing images on a TV (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300)

Viewing using the Live-View Remote

Delete

Create your movie

Highlight Movie Maker

Automatically creating movies from recorded scenes.

Importing the BGM

Adding background music to highlight movies.

Stream real-time movie to a movie streaming site

Live Streaming

Delivering movies in real-time via video sharing websites.

Preparing for Live Streaming

Steps to prepare the camera for live streaming.

Performing Live Streaming

Restrictions

Connecting to your smartphone

Installing the application on your smartphone

Steps to install the PlayMemories Mobile app.

Sample smartphone screen display

Illustrates the smartphone app interface for camera control.

Using One-touch Functions to Connect to an NFC enabled Android Smartphone (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300)

Connecting a smartphone to Wi-Fi via QR Code (Android device)

Performing the Wi-Fi setting on a smartphone via QR Code (iPhone/iPad)

Connecting to a smartphone using ID/password (Android device)

Connecting to a smartphone using ID/ password (iPhone/iPad)

Connecting to the Live-View Remote (Single connection)

Connecting multiple cameras to Live-View Remote (Multi connection)

Connecting a single camera to Handycam (Single connection)

Connecting multiple cameras to Handycam (Multi connection)

Editing images imported to your computer

Useful functions of Action Cam Movie Creator

Overview of Action Cam Movie Creator's capabilities.

Installing Action Cam Movie Creator on your computer

Installation steps for Action Cam Movie Creator.

Editing images imported to your smartphone/tablet

Useful functions of Action Cam App

Key features of the Action Cam App.

Installing Action Cam App

Steps to install the Action Cam App.

Information

Recordable time

Estimated recording durations for movies and still images.

Battery pack

Information related to the battery pack.

On charging the battery pack

Effective use of the battery pack

To reduce the battery consumption

Using the camera abroad

On TV color systems (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300)

Setting TV color systems for international playback.

Countries and regions where NTSC TV is used

Lists countries using NTSC television standards.

Countries and regions where PAL TV is used

The list of time differences for world capitals

Precautions

Do not use/store the camera in the following places

Warnings about unsuitable environments for camera use or storage.

On carrying

Precautions to take when carrying the camera.

Care and storage of the lens

On cleaning

On operating temperatures

On moisture condensation

Notes on optional accessories

On using the camera in close proximity to vibrating motors and engines (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300)

Note on disposal/transfer of the memory card

On GPS (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300)

On GPS errors (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300)

On GPS use restriction (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300)

Specifications

FDR-X3000

Technical specifications for the FDR-X3000 model.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

General advice for resolving camera issues.

Battery pack and power

Solutions for battery and power-related problems.

Cannot turn on the camera.

The power turns off suddenly.

Battery life is short.

Cannot charge the camera.

The remaining charge indicator is incorrect.

Memory card

Operations using the memory card cannot be performed.

Troubleshooting steps for memory card access failures.

Shooting images

Issues encountered during image shooting.

Cannot record images.

Cannot insert dates on images.

Cannot playback images.

The image does not appear on the TV. (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300)

GPS

The camera is not receiving a GPS signal. (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300)

Troubleshooting GPS signal reception.

Excessive error in location information. (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300)

Addressing GPS location accuracy issues.

It takes time to triangulate although the GPS assist data is taken in. (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300)

The location information has not been recorded. (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300)

Computers

Your computer does not recognize the camera.

Steps to resolve computer detection issues.

Cannot import images.

Solutions for problems importing images.

Action Cam Movie Creator cannot be installed.

Action Cam Movie Creator does not work correctly.

Cannot play back images on your computer.

Wi-Fi

It takes too much time to transfer an image.

Tips to improve Wi-Fi image transfer speed.

The lens gets fogged.

How to deal with condensation on the lens.

The camera becomes warm when you use it for a long time.

The date or time is incorrect.

Warning indicators and messages

Warning indicators and error messages

Explains common warning symbols and error codes.

Battery indicator (Remaining battery is low)

Error Codes

05-05

Battery not inserted or not charged.

06-02

Memory card does not support XAVC S 100 Mbps.

06-04 (FDR-X3000)

08-01

10-03

NO IMAGE

The memory card does not contain playable images.

Troubleshooting unplayable images on the memory card.

Twitter post error has occurred.

Resolving errors when posting to Twitter.

Facebook post error has occurred.