Sony MHS-TS10 bloggie™ Handbook
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Handbook Mobile HD Snap Camera MHS-TS10/TS20/TS20K © 2010 Sony Corporation GB 4-261-655-11(1) Index Settings Search Operation Search Table of contents - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 2
by operation. Search for information in a listing of Settings items. Search for information by keyword. Marks and notations used in this handbook In this handbook, the sequence of operations is shown by arrows (t). Operate the camera in the order indicated. Marks are shown as they appear in the - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 3
the battery pack • The battery pack is built into the camera. Charge the camera before using for the first time. • You can charge the battery pack the LCD screen or the lens to direct sunlight for long periods may cause malfunctions. Be careful when placing the camera near a window or outdoors. - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 4
on devices that do not support "MP4 format". • This camera does not support "AVCHD format" and therefore is not compatible with the playback and recording of movies in "AVCHD format" like a Digital HD Video camera recorder. • Still images recorded by this camera are compressed/recorded in JPEG - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 5
. On a trip Attach the 360 Video Lens to "Bloggie" and shoot exciting 360-degree panoramic images of the world around you. Enjoy 360-degree panoramic images by playing back with the Bloggie Software pre-loaded on the internal memory (page 34). (MHS-TS20K only) 5GB Continued r Index Settings - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 6
sold separately), and enjoy images on the big screen (page 60). Import and upload captured moments You can upload images easily and intuitively, using the Bloggie Software pre-loaded on the internal memory (page 24, 50). You can also choose the images and the sharing site to upload in advance (Share - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 7
use the touch panel 18 Getting started Checking the accessories supplied 20 Charging the camera 21 Installing the software (Windows 24 Setting the language and clock 26 Shooting Shooting (Still images 28 Shooting (Movies 30 Zoom 32 Self-Timer 33 Shooting 360 Video images (MHS-TS20K only - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 8
Recommended computer environment 46 Using the Bloggie Software (Windows 48 Importing images to a computer 49 Uploading images to a media service 50 Settings Setting items 11 TV Viewing images on a TV 60 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 62 Warning indicators and messages 66 Index - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 9
Table of contents Others Index Number of still images and recordable time of movies 68 Built-in battery pack 69 Precautions 70 Specifications 71 Index 73 Operation Search Settings Search Index 9GB - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 10
Initializing settings Initialize 55 Viewing on TVs Connecting with an HDMI cable (sold separately 60 Mark the images to upload Share it Later 43 Shooting a 360-degree 360 Video Lens 34 view (MHS-TS20K only) Index 10GB - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 11
Table of contents Operation Search Settings Search Settings Search Setting items In the table below, indicates settings that can be changed, while - indicates settings that cannot be changed. Items Protect Beep Language Setting Demo Mode Initialize HDMI Output LUN Settings Format Date & Time - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 12
Table of contents Operation Search Settings Search Index 3 Tap the items. The displayed items scroll by dragging the LCD screen up and down with your finger. 4 Tap the desired mode. 5 Tap [Back]. 12GB - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 13
Search Settings Search Index Identifying parts A Speaker B Lens C Hook for wrist strap D LCD screen/Touch panel E Movie button F Microphone G ON/OFF (Power) button • Press and hold the ON/OFF (Power) button for at least 7 seconds to force-quit the camera. H Charge lamp I (Shutter) button J Tripod - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 14
Buttons and icons are displayed on the screen to indicate the camera status. When in standby for shooting Buttons Display Indication Settings Zoom z 00:00:12 0:12 2011-1-1 9:30 AM z Indication Battery remaining Low battery warning Photo Size (aspect ratio/ resolution) Movie Size (resolution - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 15
positions are approximate and differ from what you actually see. • The screen display shifts both horizontally and vertically depending on the camera aspect. • The screen display disappears automatically after about 4 seconds. You can change display/ nondisplay by tapping the LCD screen. Operation - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 16
Search Settings Search Index How to hold the camera • Be careful not to block the lens or microphone with your finger when shooting. • Do not hold the USB jack. • Attach the strap and place your hand through its loop to prevent the camera from damage by being dropped. Hook 16GB Continued - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 17
Table of contents Operation Search Settings Search Index zWhen you shoot movies holding the camera vertically Portrait images are recorded. Black bands appear on the left and right of the screen during playback on TV or computer. This is useful when shooting portrait objects. 17GB - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 18
Table of contents How to use the touch panel You can operate the camera by tapping the buttons on the LCD screen or dragging the screen. Note • Do not operate with a sharp-pointed object, such as pen or finger nail. Select the items (Tap) Lightly touch the buttons or items on the screen with - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 19
Table of contents Operation Search Settings Search Index Display the next screen quickly (Flick) Drag the screen quickly. To stop the screen, tap with your finger. 19GB - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 20
support cable (1) • 360 Video Lens VCL-BPP2 (1)/360 Video Lens case (1) (MHS-TS20K only) • Wrist strap (1) • Software (page 24, 48) The following contents are included in the internal memory of this camera. - Bloggie Software (application software) - Bloggie Handbook (this manual) • Instruction - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 21
camera The camera's battery is continuously recharged whenever the camera is connected to a running computer. 1 Press the ON/OFF (Power) button to turn off the camera. 2 Push the "PUSH" part at the bottom of the camera camera to the computer that is turned on with the USB connection support cable - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 22
for an extended period, charge the camera once every 6 to 12 months to maintain battery performance. Deleting the USB connection Perform the procedures from step 1 to 3 below before: • Disconnecting the USB connection support cable. • Turning off the camera. 1 Double-click the disconnect icon on - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 23
Table of contents Operation Search Settings Search zHow long does it take to charge the camera? Charging time Full charge time Approx. 200 min. • Time required to charge a fully depleted battery at a temperature of 25°C (77°F). Charging may take longer under certain circumstances or conditions. - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 24
Operation Search Installing the software (Windows) You can do the following using the Bloggie Software (pre-loaded on the internal memory). - Import images shot with the camera to a computer, and play back. - Upload images to a network service. 1 Press the ON/OFF (Power) button to turn on the - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 25
t [Computer] (in Windows XP, [My Computer]), then double-click [Bloggie Software] t "Setup_Bloggie.exe". 5 Click [Install], and follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation. 6 Delete the USB connection between the camera and computer after the installation is completed (page 22 - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 26
Operation Search Settings Search Setting the language and clock 1 Press the ON/OFF (Power) button. The camera is turned on. The demonstration movie plays back when you turn on the camera for the first time. 2 Select the desired language, then tap [Next]. 3 Select the desired date display - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 27
Table of contents Operation Search Settings Search Index zTo set the date and time again Tap (Settings) and select [Date & Time Setting] (page 59). 27GB - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 28
Search Shooting (Still images) 1 Press the ON/OFF (Power) button. ON/OFF (Power) button 2 Compose the shot. Be sure not to place fingers on the lens. Touch and hold T on the T/W (zoom) bar to zoom in, W to zoom out. 3 Press the (Shutter) button halfway down. When the image is in focus, a beep - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 29
Index zIf you shoot a still image of a subject that is difficult to focus on • The shortest shooting distance is approximately 10 cm (4 inches). • If the camera cannot focus on a subject automatically, the AE/AF lock indicator changes to slow flashing and the beep does not sound. Recompose the shot - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 30
Settings Search Shooting (Movies) 1 Press the ON/OFF (Power) button. ON/OFF (Power) button 2 Compose the shot. Be sure not to place fingers on the lens. Touch and hold T on the T/W (zoom) bar to zoom in, W to zoom out. 3 Press the movie button. To finish shooting the movie, press the movie - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 31
: (1280 × 720) zWhat is the recording method of this camera? For MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, the camera supports high definition images with an effective total number of scanning lines of standard of video camera, which uses highly efficient image compression encoding technology to record HD (high definition) - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 32
Search Zoom You can enlarge the image when shooting. The camera's zoom function can enlarge images up to 4×. 1 Touch and hold T or W. Touch and hold T to zoom in, W to zoom out. T side W side Notes • Only Digital zoom is available with this camera. • You may not be able to zoom in or out - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 33
the 2-second delay self-timer. When you press the (Shutter) button or movie button, a selftimer icon flashes, and after rapid beep sounds are heard, the camera will shoot. Sets the 10-second delay self-timer. Settings Search Index 33GB - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 34
attaching the supplied 360 Video Lens to the camera, you can shoot 360-degree images of the area around the camera. Operation Search Settings Search 1 Take out the 360 Video Lens from its case. 2 Press the ON/OFF (Power) button. Index 3 Attach the 360 Video Lens to the camera in the direction - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 35
the bottom part of the 360 Video Lens case to the bottom of the camera. zTo remove the 360 Video Lens Pull the 360 Video Lens in the opposite direction of when attaching. Viewing 360 Video images You can play back 360 Video images on the computer using the Bloggie Software. For details on the - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 36
Table of contents Operation Search Settings Search Photo Size The photo size determines the size of the image file that is recorded when you take an image. The larger the photo size, the more detail will be reproduced when the image is printed on largeformat paper. The smaller the photo size, the - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 37
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 - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 38
with the camera will be recorded in MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Main Profile, approximately 30 or 60 frames per second, Progressive, AAC LC, "MP4 format". 1 HD (high definition) quality Shoots HD (high definition) quality movies in sizes suited for display on computer zProgressive playback The camera supports - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 39
Table of contents Viewing 1 Tap (Playback) to switch to playback mode. The index screen appears. 2 Select an image and tap. Movie A single movie plays back when an image is selected. Operation Search Settings Search Index Still image zTo show previous/next images Drag your finger in the - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 40
Table of contents Operation Search zTo go back to shooting mode Do one of the following: - Tap on the index screen. - Press the (Shutter) button or movie button. (Shutter) button zTo go back to the index screen Tap . Movie button Settings Search Index 40GB - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 41
Table of contents Operation Search Settings Search Index Playback zoom Enlarges the played back still images. 1 Tap (Playback) to switch to playback mode. 2 Select the still image and tap. 3 Double-tap the part you want to enlarge. 4 Adjust the magnification and the part to enlarge. Each double- - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 42
Table of contents Operation Search Settings Search Index Delete Allows you to select unwanted images for deletion. 1 Tap (Playback) to switch to playback mode. 2 Tap (Delete) on the index screen. 3 Tap images you want to delete. Repeat the above step until there are no more images to be deleted. - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 43
the share list, and tap [OK]. For information on how to upload images, see page 50. Notes • You cannot create the share list with the camera. Use Bloggie Software to create. • The maximum number of share lists the - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 44
Table of contents Operation Search Settings Search Index zTo share images during playback Tap (Share it Later) t The sharing site you upload images t [OK] in single-image mode. zTo cancel sharing Tap (Share it Later) t Release the mark on the sharing site t [OK] during playback of the image you - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 45
. 1 Tap (Playback) to switch to playback mode. 2 Select a movie and tap. 3 Tap (Volume control). Tap the LCD screen when the screen display is not shown. 4 Touch and hold to increase, to decrease the volume. Lower Louder Settings Search Index 45GB - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 46
. *2 Starter (Edition) is not supported. Macintosh Macintosh is not supported by the Bloggie Software (pre-loaded on the internal memory). The following computer environment is recommended when importing images via a USB connection. OS (pre-installed) USB Connection: Mac OS X (v10.3 to v10 - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 47
-4 AVC/ H.264) To play back and edit movie files (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264) recorded by the camera on your computer, you need to install the software compatible with MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 or the Bloggie Software. • Even in a PC environment where operations are guaranteed, images may not play back smoothly due - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 48
of contents Operation Search Settings Search Index Using the Bloggie Software (Windows) Activating 1 Double-click the Bloggie Software (preloaded on the internal memory) shortcut icon on the desktop. zConnecting the camera to a computer If the Bloggie Software is already installed to a computer - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 49
to view files] t [OK] t [DCIM] or [MP_ROOT] t copy the desired images to the computer. Macintosh 1 Connect the camera to your Macintosh computer first. Double-click the newly recognized [BLOGGIE] icon t [DCIM] or [MP_ROOT] t the folder where the images you want to import are stored. 2 Drag and drop - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 50
provider. This is also true when the camera is used for this purpose. Notes on Bloggie Software (pre-loaded on the internal memory) In order to use Bloggie Software to enjoy the benefits of the image uploading service or other services (the "services") provided by these and other websites, you - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 51
Table of contents Operation Search Protect Protects recorded images against accidental erasure. The mark is displayed when playing back registered images. 1 Tap (Playback) to switch to playback mode. 2 Tap (Settings) t [Protect] on the index screen. In single-image mode, protect is completed in - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 52
Table of contents Operation Search Beep Sets the sound for when you operate the camera. 1 Tap (Settings) t [Beep] t desired mode. On Turns on the beep sound when you press the (Shutter) button or movie button. Off Turns off the beep sound. Settings Search Index 52GB - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 53
Table of contents Operation Search Settings Search Index Language Setting Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. 1 Tap (Settings) t [Language Setting] t desired language. 53GB - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 54
Search Demo Mode Performs a demonstration of the camera. 1 Tap (Settings) t [Demo Mode] t desired mode. On Performs a demonstration. Off Does not perform a demonstration. Note • The demonstration stops when operating any of the following. - Touch LCD screen. - Press the (Shutter) button or - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 55
this function, the images are retained. 1 Tap (Settings) t [Initialize] t [OK]. Note • Perform initialization after charging the camera to prevent the camera from turning off during the process. zWhen the camera does not work properly Press and hold the ON/OFF (Power) button for at least 7 seconds - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 56
Table of contents Operation Search HDMI Output Selects the type of signal to be output to a TV from the HDMI OUT jack. If images are not displayed on the TV clearly, changing the setting may improve the display. 1 Tap (Settings) t [HDMI Output] t desired mode. 60Hz 50Hz Outputs with 60Hz. - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 57
connection. 1 Tap (Settings) t [LUN Settings] t desired mode. Multi Single Select this setting when you connect the camera to a computer. Select this setting in cases where the images are not displayed when the camera is connected to a device other than a computer. Settings Search Index 57GB - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 58
Table of contents Operation Search Settings Search Index Format Formats the internal memory. 1 Tap (Settings) t [Format] t [OK]. Note • Note that formatting permanently erases all data including even protected images. 58GB - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 59
Table of contents Operation Search Date & Time Setting Sets the date and time again. 1 Tap (Settings) t [Date & Time Setting]. 2 Tap the items you want to set. Date & Time Format Daylight Savings Date & Time Selects the date and time display format. Pushes forward an hour. Sets the date and - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 60
a TV which has an HDMI terminal with an HDMI cable (sold separately). Refer also to the instruction manuals of the TV. 1 Turn off both the camera and the TV. 2 Open the jack cover and connect the camera to the TV with the HDMI cable (sold separately). HDMI jack 1 To HDMI jack HDMI cable 2 To - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 61
and an HDMI cable (sold separately). The color system of the TV must match that of the camera. Check the following lists for the TV color system of the country or region where the camera is used, and set [HDMI Output] (page 56). NTSC system Bahama Islands, Bolivia, Canada, Central America, Chile - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 62
Support Website. http://www.sony.net/ Battery pack and power Cannot turn on the camera. • The battery pack is discharged. Charge the camera. The power turns off suddenly. • Depending on the camera and battery temperature, the power may turn off automatically to protect the camera. In this case - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 63
sleep or hibernation status. • Connect the camera directly to a computer using the supplied USB connection support cable. • Connect the camera to a computer with the operating system that is supported by the camera. • After trying the remedies above, if the problem still persists, press and hold the - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 64
played back on a TV that is not compatible with full pixel display. Black bands appear on the left and camera. • When the battery level is low, charge the camera. • Turn on the camera and connect to a computer. • Use the USB connection support cable (supplied). • Disconnect the USB connection support - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 65
/OFF (Power) button for at least 7 seconds, and force-quit the camera. Then turn the camera on again. The lens gets fogged. • Moisture condensation has occurred. Turn off the camera and wait about an hour for the moisture to evaporate. The camera becomes warm when you use it for a long time. • This - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 66
instructions. Operation Search • The battery level is low. Charge the battery battery time left. System error • Turn the power off and then on again. Settings Search Index • If you record movies for an extended period, the camera temperature rises. In this case, stop recording movies. Camera - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 67
Operation Search Settings Search Index Image size over limit • You are playing back an image with size that cannot be played back on the camera. Maximum number of images already selected • Up to 100 files can be selected when using [Delete], [Share it Later] and [Protect]. Operation cannot be - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 68
-TS10) 622 799 3528 (Units: Images) (MHS-TS20/TS20K) 1296 1665 7343 Notes • When the number of remaining recordable images is greater than 9,999, the ">9999" indicator appears. • When images recorded using other cameras are played back on this camera, the display may differ from the actual image - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 69
function. Also, store the camera in a cool, dry place. On battery life • The battery life is limited. Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use. If decreased usage time between charges becomes significant, consult your nearest Sony dealer. • The battery life varies according to - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 70
the lens Wipe the lens with a soft cloth to remove fingerprints, dust, etc. Cleaning the camera surface Clean the camera surface or the casing. - Chemical products such as thinner, benzine, alcohol, disposable cloths, insect repellent, sunscreen or insecticide, etc. - Do not touch the camera with - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 71
Movies: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 (MP4) Audio: MPEG AAC Recording media: Internal Memory (MHS-TS10: Approx. 4 GB, MHS-TS20/TS20K: Approx. 8 GB) • battery pack USB charging (supplied from the computer by connecting with the supplied USB connection support cable) Charging time: Approx. 200 mins. (full - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 72
Settings Search Index Trademarks • "Bloggie" is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • 360 Video is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • HDMI, the manufacturers. However, the ™ or ® marks are not used in all cases in this manual. Notes on the License THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC PATENT - Sony MHS-TS10 | bloggie™ Handbook - Page 73
Operation Search Settings Search Index Numerics 360 Video images 34 B Battery pack 69 Beep 52 Bloggie Software 24, 48 C Charging it Later 43 Shooting Movies 30 Still images 28 Software 24, 48 T Touch panel 18 Troubleshooting 62 U USB 21, 24 V View Movies 39 Still images 39 Volume
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