Sony NEXFS100U Operating Guide

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    4-279-231-12(1) Interchangeable Lens Digital HD Table of Contents Video Camera Recorder Getting Started Operating Guide E-mount Recording/Playback Editing Using the Menu Connecting with another device Troubleshooting Additional Information Quick Reference NEX-FS100U/FS100N/FS100UK/FS100NK
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    this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Notes on use Using the camcorder • Do not hold the camcorder by the following parts. . When you must place the camcorder under direct sunlight, attach the front lens cap. • Do not expose your camcorder's viewfinder, lens, or LCD screen to
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    card when you use it with your camcorder for the first are recorded without any problems. • Compensation for video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the copyright laws. • Because of the way that the image device (CMOS sensor
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    . Change the screen language before using your camcorder if necessary (p. 22). • Design and specifications of recording media and other accessories are subject to change without notice. • Illustrations of camcorders in this manual show the NEX-FS100UK/FS100NK unless otherwise specified. About
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    18 Step 5: Turning on the camcorder and setting the date and time the focus 29 Adjusting manually 31 Adjusting the iris 31 balance 34 Audio setup 35 Recording sound via the headphone sound 37 Useful functions 38 Customizing Reviewing the most recently recorded scene (Last Scene Review)...
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    63 Preventing data on recording media from being recovered 63 Repairing the image database file 64 Using the Menu Operating the menu 65 Menu items 67 (CAMERA SET) menu 70 Settings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions (GAIN SET/ STEADYSHOT, etc.) (REC/OUT SET) menu 72 Recording
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    computer 87 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 89 Warning indicators and messages 97 Additional Information Recording time of movies 99 Using your camcorder abroad 101 File handling of your camcorder 107 Specifications 110 Quick Reference Identifying parts and controls 114 Screen indicators 120 Index ...
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    you have following items supplied with your camcorder. The number in the parentheses indicates the 83) Power cord (mains lead) (1) (p. 15) Large LCD viewfinder (1) (p. 13) Rechargeable battery pack (NP-F770) (1) (p. 15, is already installed. Component video cable (1) (p. 56) Handle (1) (p. 10) 8
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    camcorder) (1) (p. 18) Accessory shoe plate (1) (p. 15) Lens hood (1) (p. 20) Front lens cap (1), rear lens cap (1) (attached to the lens) (p. 18) Connecting cord (DK-415) (1) (p. 17) CD-ROM "Content Management Utility" (1) CD-ROM "Manuals for Interchangeable Lens Digital HD Video Camera Recorder
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    the supplied accessories Attaching the lens See page 18 for information on attaching the lens. The NEX-FS100U/FS100N does not come with the E 18-200 mm F3.5-6.3 OSS lens. Please use appropriate lenses (sold separately). 2 While pressing the screw down, turn it clockwise to fasten the handle
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    Getting Started 2 Reattach the microphone holder so that it faces up. Pull the microphone bar out. Insert the microphone bar from the opposite side. 1 For 1/4-20UNC screws 2 For 3/8-16UNC screws Attaching the microphone Attach the microphone to the handle. 3 Insert the handle slide bar from the
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    suit shooting angles. 1 Align the grip receptacle 1 and locating hole of the camcorder with the screw and boss of the grip. Choose the grip angle, and REMOTE jack. Connecting the cable allows you to start/stop recording by using the record button on the grip. Record button When changing the grip
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    lens adjustment ring so that you can see the image on the LCD screen clearly. Viewfinder lens adjustment ring Turn it until the picture becomes clear. You can use the viewfinder in the following 2 ways, depending on your shooting angle. When the picture on the LCD screen is hard to see If
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    • If you are farsighted and have a trouble seeing images on the camcorder screen, you can attach a 52 mm close-up lens (sold separately) to the viewfinder lens adjustment ring. Using the tape measure hook The tape measure hook is attached at the image sensor position. When you want to measure the
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    "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (L series) with the supplied AC Adaptor/Charger. b Notes • You can use a large capacity battery back, NP- F770 (supplied) or NP-F970 (sold separately), with your camcorder. You cannot use NP-F570. Charge lamp Getting Started 1 Set the mode switch to CHARGE. 2 Connect the
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    Fully charge time time NP-F770 250 310 NP-F970 365 425 b Notes • The supplied battery pack is NP-F770. • You cannot use the NP-F570 battery pack with your camcorder. On the battery pack • Before changing the battery pack, slide the POWER switch to OFF. • The Battery Info (p. 55) will not
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    (wall socket) immediately if any malfunction occurs while using your camcorder. • Do not use the AC Adaptor/Charger placed in a narrow space, AC Adaptor/ Charger to VCR/CAMERA. 5 Press the connecting part of the connecting cord (DK-415) against the back of your camcorder in the battery slot and
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    Attaching the lens This manual explains how to attach a lens using the E18-200 mm F3.5-6.3 OSS lens that comes with NEX-FS100UK/FS100NK. Front lens cap Zoom lock switch Rear lens cap Hood index Zooming ring Focal-length scale Focal-length index Attaching the lens Hold the camcorder body with the
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    attaching a lens, do not press the lens release button. • Do not use force when attaching a lens. Mounting the lens forcibly may result in a lens, if dust or debris gets inside the camcorder body and adheres to the surface of the image sensor (the part that acts as the film), it may appear
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    to the camcorder during cleaning. • If you cannot clean the image sensor by the above procedure, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. A-mount lenses • You need a Mount Adaptor (sold separately) to use A-mount lenses. For details, refer to the operating manuals that
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    to OFF. b Notes • If warning messages appear on the screen, follow the instructions. Setting the date and time Set the date and time when you use your camcorder for the first time. z Tips • If you do not use your camcorder for about 3 months, the built-in rechargeable battery gets discharged and the
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    AREA ADJ] (p. 81) set to [ON]. The clock may not be adjusted to the correct time automatically, depending on the country/region selected for your camcorder. In this case, set [AUTO CLOCK ADJ] and [AUTO AREA ADJ] to [OFF]. Changing the language setting You can change the on-screen displays to
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    memory cards you can use with Slow & Quick Motion recording "Memory Stick PROHG Duo" media SD Speed Class - Described in this manual "Memory Stick PRO Duo or A/V devices not supporting the exFAT file system, that is used for SDXC memory cards, by connecting the camcorder to these devices with
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    If [The image database file is corrupted. The media must be restored to use again.] appears in step 2, format the memory card (p. 63). • When inserting (sold separately) to your camcorder for recording movies. While sliding the RELEASE lever, align the mark on the camcorder with the one on the
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    Getting Started When you do not use a flash memory unit Leave the flash memory unit jack cover attached. While sliding the RELEASE lever in the direction of the arrow, attach the flash memory unit jack cover. z Tips • Your camcorder does not have the relay recording function. If the memory card is
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    divides the file and create a new file automatically. • The menu settings, the PICTURE PROFILE settings, and the settings made by the AUTO/MANUAL switch are stored in your camcorder when you slide the POWER switch to OFF. The access lamp lights up while the settings are being stored. If you remove
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    images from the movies you recorded (p. 59). To record movies using both the memory card and the flash memory unit (Simultaneous recording z Tips • A message appears if an access error occurred while the camcorder was accessing the recording media. During simultaneous recording, the [STBY]indicator
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    Recording (Continued) Selecting high definition image quality (HD) or standard definition image quality (SD) You can select the desired image quality from the high definition image quality (HD) that enables you to record fine images, or the standard definition image quality (SD) that has more
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    lens cylinder that rolls out when zooming. The lens may be damaged. Adjusting the focus You can adjust the focus manually for different recording conditions. Use this function in the following cases. - To record a subject behind a window covered with raindrops. - To record horizontal stripes. - To
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    angle), then adjust the focus. b Notes • When you use A-mount lenses (sold separately), you cannot use following functions and buttons. - Auto focus - Button D button D. If you release the button, the setting returns to manual focusing. Use this function to shift the focus on one subject to another.
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    button down To adjust the iris automatically Press the IRIS button A. appears next to the iris value. b Notes • You can make this adjustment only with an E- mount lens. • When you use A-mount lenses (sold separately), you must adjust the iris manually, using the iris ring B. • When you set the AUTO
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    CAMERA SET) menu (p. 70). To adjust the gain automatically Press the GAIN button D. The gain value disappears, or next to the gain value. appears b Notes • When you set the AUTO/MANUAL automatically at a lower shutter speed. Manual focusing with your camcorder attached to a tripod is recommended.
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    in the (CAMERA SET) menu. z Tips • You can assign [WB PRESET] to an ASSIGN button (p. 48). 1 Set the AUTO/MANUAL switch E to MANUAL. 2 Press the recommended when you use a commercially available ND filter. x To use the preset white balance offset value Outdoor recording 1 Select [CAMERA SET] menu
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    save the adjusted white balance value in memory A or B 1 Set the AUTO/MANUAL switch E to MANUAL. 2 Press the WHT BAL button A. 3 Set the white balance memory switch to the power off. 1 Press the MENU button during standby. 2 Select (CAMERA SET) t [BLACK BALANCE] with the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial. 3
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    2) switch B CH2 (INPUT 1/INPUT 2) switch H Audio level controls CH1 (AUTO/MAN) switch C CH2 (AUTO/MAN) switch I AUDIO LEVEL (CH1) dial D AUDIO LEVEL (CH2) dial J Continued , 35
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    MIC+48V b Notes • If you connect a device that does not support +48V phantom power, malfunction may result from setting this switch to MIC+ microphone. • Set the input level to the sensitivity of an XLR microphone you are using with [INPUT1 TRIM]/[INPUT2 TRIM] in the menu (p. 74). [0dB] will be
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    Playback 3 Select the channel you want to record. Using the CH1/CH2 switches, select the source to be adjustment Set the AUTO/MAN witch (G or I) of the manually adjusted channel to AUTO. Setting the headphone sound z Tips • When you use a stereo microphone (2 XLR plugs), connect the L (left)
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    Useful functions Customizing the picture quality (Picture profile) You can customize the picture quality by adjusting picture profile items such as [GAMMA] and [DETAIL]. Connect your camcorder to a TV or monitor, and adjust the picture quality while observing the picture on the TV or monitor screen
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    Recording/Playback To cancel the picture profile recording Select [OFF] in step 2 with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A. To change the picture profile You can change the settings stored in [PP1] through [PP6]. 1 Press the PICTURE PROFILE button B. 2 Select the PICTURE PROFILE number with the SEL/PUSH EXEC
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    To set knee point and slope for video signal compression to prevent over-exposure by limiting signals in high intensity areas of the subject to the dynamic range of your camcorder. Item Description and settings [MODE] Selects a mode either automatic or manual. [AUTO] : to set the knee point and
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    image-like colors good with [GAMMA] set to [CINEMATONE2] [PRO] : Similar color tones to those of Sony professional cameras (when combined with ITU-709) [ITU709 MATRIX]: Colors corresponding to ITU-709 Sets a color level when you set [TYPE] to the settings other than [STANDARD]. 1 (
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    Useful -CC] : Film type (color conversion and correction) [R-B] : Video type (correction of R and B levels) Sets a color temperature (high B level) DETAIL To set items for the detail. Item [LEVEL] [MANUAL SET] Description and settings Sets the detail level. -7 to +7 [ON/OFF] : Turns on and
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    ] is indicator set to [OFF], or the GPS receiver is not functioning normally. Difficult The camcorder cannot find a GPS signal, therefore, it cannot triangulate. Use the camcorder in an open area. Searching The camcorder is searching the GPS signal. It may take several minutes until the
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    become a triangulating status indicator even after several minutes, the camcorder is having trouble with receiving GPS signals. You may start recording if you do in step 2 of "Presetting the time code." To reset the time code using the Wireless Remote Commander You can reset the time code (00:00:00.
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    in relation to when the SMOOTH SLOW REC button is pressed. Press MENU t select (CAMERA SET) menu t [SMOOTH SLOW REC] t [REC TIMING] t a desired setting flash memory unit is not available. • The time of the movie recorded using SMOOTH SLOW REC is recorded after being converted to slow-motion, not the
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    2400% 3000% 6000% quick quick quick START/STOP button b Notes • You must use "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media or SD card Class 10 or faster for Slow . • When recording with the Quick Motion recording function, your camcorder may continue recording for some time (approximately 30 seconds at most)
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    1 Press the MENU button C. 2 Select (CAMERA SET) t [S&Q MOTION] t [REC FORMAT] you are recording with a slow frame rate, the camcorder may continue recording for a few more seconds after you • You cannot use the Slow & Quick Motion function for the simultaneous recording. • You cannot use the Slow &
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    camcorder returns to standby mode. z Notes • If you edit the movie or remove the recording media after you stop recording, the Last Scene Review function may not work correctly. • You cannot use the Last Scene Review PEAKING (p. 75) • MARKER (p. 76) • CAMERA DATA DISPLAY (p. 76) • AUDIO LEVEL DISPLAY
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    Recording/Playback ASSIGN buttons 4 Select the function that you want to assign with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A. 5 Select [OK] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial A. 6 Select [ RETURN] with the SEL/ PUSH EXEC dial A. 7 Press the MENU button B to hide the menu screen. 1 Press the MENU button B. 2 Select (
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    button. POWER switch VOLUME buttons 2 Press the VISUAL INDEX button. The VISUAL INDEX screen appears after a few seconds. Recording media Playback mode Previous Next Thumbnail (movie) Current movie data (p. 51) • You can turn on or off the time and date display on the thumbnails by pressing
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    The first touch will show the information on the movie at the lower part of the screen. A Date and time of recording started B Resolution C media with no time code, or recording media with time code that your camcorder does not support. G GPS data Appears on the movie that was recorded with [GPS
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    to view many movies at the same time on the VISUAL INDEX screen are called "thumbnails." • You can operate playback using the PREV/PLAY/NEXT/STOP/PAUSE/SCAN/SLOW buttons on the camcorder. To adjust the volume Adjust the volume with the VOLUME buttons. To return to the recording mode Press the VISUAL
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    twice the thumbnail of the still image you want to view. The first touch will show the information on the still image at the lower part of the screen. A Date and time of recording B Resolution C Image size D GPS data Appears on a still image that was created from a movie recorded with [GPS
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    Changing/checking the settings in your camcorder Displaying recording data (Data code) You can display information, including date, time, camera data and GPS triangulation data automatically stored during the movie recorded with the iris, gain or shutter speed manually adjusted. F SteadyShot 54
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    on other devices, the camera data may be displayed incorrectly. Confirm the correct camera data on your camcorder. • When GPS VIDEO OUT], etc.) (p. 72) • Functions assigned to the ASSIGN buttons (p. 48) • Camera setup (p. 70) • Recording media information You can check the estimated used
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    image quality depends on the type of monitor or TV, or the jacks used to make the connection. Component video cable (supplied) Monitor/TV To component input jacks A/V connecting cable (supplied) To audio/video input jacks HDMI cable (sold separately) To HDMI input jack Signal flow Signals
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    [HDMI/ COMPONENT] setting HDMI OUT Output resolution COMPONENT OUT VIDEO OUT 1080p/480i 1080p 1080p 480i 720p/480i 720p 720p 480i 480i 480i 480i • Use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo. • Images are not output from the HDMI OUT jack of your camcorder, if copyright protection signals
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    Editing Protecting recorded images (Protect) Protect movies and still images to avoid deleting them by mistake. 1 Press the MENU button when the VISUAL INDEX screen is displayed. 2 Select (EDIT) t [PROTECT] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. 3 Touch the movies or still images to be protected. is
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    Capturing still images from a movie You can save a selected frame from a recorded movie as a still image. 1 Press the MENU button while playing back movies. 2 Select (EDIT) t [PHOTO CAPTURE] with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. 3 Touch X at the point where you want to capture. After you select the
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    to divide. After you select the point with X, make fine adjustment with these buttons. z Tips • Only simple editing is available on this camcorder. Use commercially available editing software for more advanced editing. Returns to the beginning of the selected movie. 4 Touch . b Notes • You cannot
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    deleted. • Do not remove the battery pack, the AC Adaptor/Charger or the recording media that contains the movies or still images from your camcorder during the operation. It may damage the recording media. • You cannot delete protected movies and still images. Undo the protection of the movies and
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    then select [OTHERS] t [REPAIR IMAGE DB FILE] t [FMU], to create the image database file. • Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor/Charger to prevent your camcorder from running out of power during the operation. z Tips • The original movie will not be
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    disconnect the AC Adaptor/ Charger during the operation. • Do not apply any vibrations or shocks to your camcorder during this operation. 1 Operate the camcorder on an outside power source using the AC Adaptor/Charger (p. 17). 2 Set the POWER switch to ON. 3 Press the MENU button. 4 Select (OTHERS
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    media next time. Repairing the image database file This function checks the database information and the consistency of movies and still images on the recording media, and repairs if any inconsistencies found. b Notes • Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied
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    icon of the desired menu is highlighted, then press the dial to select the menu. CAMERA SET (p. 70) REC/OUT SET (p. 78) AUDIO SET (p. 73) DISPLAY SET (p. 75) TC/UB SET (p. 78) OTHERS (p. 79) EDIT (p. 69) Using the Menu MENU button SEL/PUSH EXEC dial 1 Set the POWER switch to ON. 2 Press
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    to hide the menu screen. To return to the previous screen, select [ RETURN]. b Notes • The available menu items vary depending on the context of your camcorder during recording or playback. 66
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    camcorder. : Functions that can be assigned to the ASSIGN buttons. Using the Menu (CAMERA aspect ratio for recording. VIDEO OUT Sets output signals. guide for adjusting brightness. PEAKING Displays an image with its outlines enhanced. MARKER Displays markers to check the composition. CAMERA
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    (p. 79) ASSIGN BUTTON Assigns functions to the ASSIGN buttons. CLOCK SET Sets the date and time. AREA SET Sets the area you use the camcorder. DST SET/ SUMMERTIME Set the summertime. LANGUAGE Sets the language of the on-screen display. GPS SETTING Sets the GPS. GPS INFORMATION Displays
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    to a flash memory unit. z Tips • You can display the [EDIT] menu by pressing the MENU button when the VISUAL INDEX or playback screen is displayed. Using the Menu 69
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    Control (AGC). BOFF, 27dB, 24dB, 21dB, 18dB, 15dB, 12dB, 9dB, 6dB, 3dB, 0dB b Notes • If you adjust the gain manually, you cannot obtain the effect of [AGC LIMIT]. WB PRESET You can use the preset white balance. For more details, see page 33. WB OUTDOOR LEVEL You can set an offset value
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    NEX-FS100UK/FS100NK only B STANDARD Uses SteadyShot under relatively stable condition. ACTIVE Uses SteadyShot with more powerful effect. OFF Does not use SteadyShot. This setting is recommended when you use a tripod. b Notes • [ACTIVE] can be selected when recording movies using your camcorder on
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    of the original image by cropping its right and left edges. x WIDE CONVERT You can select a down convert type when you down-covert video signal. Use this function for outputting SD movies recorded with [ WIDE REC] set to [ON]. B SQUEEZE Outputs a horizontally compressed image while maintaining its
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    on the HDMI signal. ON Carries the time code on the HDMI signal. The camcorder transmits the time code as digital data, not as a video signal to be displayed on the screen. The connected device can read the time code is set to STEREO MIX. B STEREO Outputs in stereo. Continued , 73 Using the Menu
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    are both set to MIC or both set to LINE (p. 35). x INPUT1 TRIM You can adjust the input signal level is set as 0 dB in your camcorder. • Set INPUT TRIM to [0dB] for the supplied microphone using the INPUT TRIM function. If it is distorted at the recording point, lower the total volume level manually
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    button (p. 48). ZEBRA You can display a zebra pattern as a guide for adjusting brightness. x ON/OFF B OFF Does not display the The zebra pattern is a strip pattern displayed over a part of an image on the screen when the part is higher than the preset brightness level. • You can 75 Using the Menu
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    dial. z Tips • You can focus more easily using this function in combination with the expanded focus function . x GUIDEFRAME B OFF Does not display the guide frame. ON You can display frame markers that button to work as [ON/OFF] (p. 48). CAMERA DATA DISPLAY OFF Does not display the iris, gain
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    Using the Menu Iris value Shutter speed value Gain value z Tips • The settings appear on the screen during the manual adjustment OUTPUT Outputs the information to the LCD screen, HDMI output, component output and video output. b Notes • Only the time code is output when [MARKER] is set to
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    record the time code sequentially from the last time code of the previous recording. FREE RUN Advances the time code regardless of operation of your camcorder. b Notes • Even if the time code advances in the [REC RUN] mode, the time code may not be recorded sequentially in the following cases
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    dial. ASSIGN BUTTON See page 48. CLOCK SET See page 21. AREA SET You can adjust a time difference without stopping the clock. When you use your camcorder abroad, you can adjust the clock to the local time. DST SET/SUMMERTIME You can change this setting without stopping the clock. Set to [ON
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    appears. In this case, follow the instructions that appears on the LCD screen. To obtain your current location manually Touch [Update] to triangulate the location. To close the triangulating information screen Touch . AUTO CLOCK ADJ The camcorder can maintain accurate time automatically by acquiring
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    b Notes • You must set the date and time on your camcorder before using your camcorder (p. 21). • There may be discrepancies of a few seconds (Recording lamp [rear]) B ON Turns on the rear camera recording lamp. OFF Turns off the rear camera recording lamp. z Tips • You can assign this function to
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    (OTHERS) with the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial. USB CONNECT Select this item when [USB CONNECT] does not appear on the LCD screen by connecting the camcorder to another device with the USB cable. OPERATION TIME Displays the total hours of operation in 10hour increments. CALIBRATION See page 108. 82
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    back images on the camcorder or another playback device. b Notes • Refer to the instruction manuals supplied with the using the camcorder. • Operation is not assured with every device satisfying requirements for operating. • For details on available external media devices, go to the Sony support
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    the external media device are displayed on the LCD screen of the camcorder. The recording media icon on the VISUAL INDEX screen changes as follows following number. The number of scenes may be smaller depending on the camcorder setting and the type of images recorded. - High definition image quality
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    Creating a high definition image quality (HD) disc with a DVD writer Use the USB cable to connect your camcorder to a DVD writer. Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the device to be connected. b Notes • Sony DVD writer may not be available in some countries/regions. 4 After the
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    camcorder on a disc or video cassette, by connecting your camcorder to a disc recorder, a Sony DVD writer, etc., other than DVDirect Express, with the A/V connecting cable. Refer also to the instruction manuals PANEL]. • To copy date/time information, camera data, and coordinates, press the DATA CODE
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    exFAT file system can be used for importing videos or registering them for viewing. supported by Macintosh computers. Step 2 Installing the supplied software "Content Management Utility" Install "Content Management Utility" before connecting your camcorder to a computer. 1 Confirm that your camcorder
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    shortcut, then click [Next]. 9 Turn on your camcorder, then connect the camcorder to the computer using the supplied USB cable. USB cable (supplied) The [USB CONNECT] screen appears on the camcorder screen automatically. qa Click [Next]. qs Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software
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    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you run into any problems using your camcorder, follow the flow chart below. 1 Check your camcorder, referring to the items on pages 89 to 96. 2 Disconnect the power source, reconnect the power source after about 1 minute and turn on your camcorder. 3 Press the
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    (p. 119). Another video device malfunctions when you use the supplied Wireless Remote Commander. • Select a commander mode other than DVD2 for your video device. • Cover the sensor of your video device with black paper. When a device is connected to the REMOTE jack, the camcorder or the device does
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    Troubleshooting Memory card/flash memory unit The camcorder does not operate with the memory card inserted. • The memory card was formatted on a computer. Format it on this camcorder (p. 63). The data file name is incorrect, or flashing. • The file is damaged. • Use a file format supported by your
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    Troubleshooting (Continued) The camcorder does not keep the setting changes. • Some menu items AUTO to enable the automatic focus function (p. 29). • Adjust the focus manually if the automatic focus does not work properly (p. 29). • Use an E-mount lens (p. 18). Menu items are grayed out or do not
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    Troubleshooting Iris, gain, shutter speed, or white balance cannot be adjusted manually. • Set the AUTO/MANUAL switch to MANUAL. Tiny spots in white, red, blue, or green appear on the screen. • This phenomenon appears when using a slow shutter speed (p. 32). This is not a malfunction. The subjects
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    Troubleshooting • The file format is not supported on your camcorder (p. 102). • Only the • Bars will be displayed for the camera data of the movies recorded with the video cable. • Set [VIDEO OUT] according to the requirements of the connected device (p. 72). • When you are using the component video
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    Troubleshooting Neither movie recorded in the 16:9 (wide) mode on a 4:3 TV. Select [REC/OUT SET] t [VIDEO OUT] t [DOWN CONVERT TYPE] t the appropriate down conversion type (p. 72). Black zone appears at on your camcorder. Copy cannot be done correctly using the HDMI cable. • You cannot copy movies
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    not be able to receive radio signals from GPS satellites because of obstructions. Bring your camcorder to an open area. For details on places where radio signals do not reach, see page 103. • When you use the camcorder where it is difficult to receive GPS signals, try the triangulating priority mode
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    problem persists even after you have tried a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. C:04:ss • The battery pack is not an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. Use out. For the type of memory cards you can use with your camcorder, see page 23. • No memory card is
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    images are running out. For the flash memory unit you can use with your camcorder, see page 24. • No flash memory unit is attached (p. the external media 98 • device, the external media device may be incompatible with your camcorder, or damaged. Replace it with a new one. * When [BEEP] is set
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    on the conditions under which you use your camcorder. Playing time Approximate time available when you use a fully charged battery pack. 10 15 (4) (4) (6) (8) (10) 8 10 10 20 35 (8) (10) (10) (15) (30) 15 20 25 45 70 (15) (20) (25) (35) (60) 35 40 55 90 145 (35) (40) (55) (70) (125) 70 80 110
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    of a maximum of 3,999 scenes with high definition image quality (HD), and 9,999 scenes with standard definition image quality (SD). • Your camcorder uses the VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format to automatically adjust image quality to suit the recording scene. This technology causes fluctuations in the
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    jacks. An A/V connecting cable must be connected. On TV color systems Your camcorder is NTSC system, so its picture can only be viewed on an NTSCsystem TV with AUDIO/VIDEO input jacks. System NTSC Used in Bahama Islands, Bolivia, Canada, Central America, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, Jamaica
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    delete image files, follow the steps on page 61. Do not delete the image files on the camcorder directly from the computer. • Do not format the recording media in the camcorder using a computer. The camcorder may not operate correctly. • Do not copy the files on the recording media from a computer
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    video camera format used to record an HD (high definition) signal, using efficient data compression coding technology. The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format is adopted to compress video where radio signals from the GPS satellites do not reach the camcorder as follows. - In tunnels, indoors or under the shade
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    , and the degree of accuracy may be changed intentionally. • Error during the triangulating process The camcorder acquires location information periodically during triangulating. On the restriction of use of GPS • Use GPS in accordance with the regulations of the situation, the countries/regions of
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    camcorder conform to the "Design rule for Camera File system" universal standard established by the JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). • On your camcorder cannot use the memory card that has been used with another device, format it with your camcorder (p.
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    , or when the battery pack is frequently used. Use the remaining battery time indication as a rough guide only. About storage of the battery pack • If the battery pack is not used for a long time, fully charge the battery pack and use it up on your camcorder once a year to maintain proper function
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    damages the inside of the viewfinder or the LCD screen. - Anywhere very humid. • Operate your camcorder on DC 7.2 V (battery pack) or DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor). • For DC or AC operation, use the accessories recommended in these operating instructions. • Do not let your camcorder get wet, for example
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    touch panel may not work correctly. If this happens, follow the procedure below. It is recommended that you connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor/Charger during the operation. 1 Press the MENU button t select (OTHERS) t [CALIBRATION] with the SEL/PUSH
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    as long as you are not recording the date. x Procedures Connect your camcorder to a wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor/Charger, and leave it with the POWER switch set to OFF for more than 24 hours. Removing dust from inside the viewfinder Remove dust inside the eye piece and
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    Flash memory units SD card (Class 4 or faster) Image device "Exmor" Super35 CMOS sensor 23.6 mm × 13.3 mm (Ø 27.1 mm) Gross: Approx. 3 530 000 auto iris (using the E 18-200 mm F3.5-6.3 OSS lens*) * Supplied with NEX-FS100UK/FS100NK Input/output connectors VIDEO OUT jack Pin connector Video output 1
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    (approx.) Camcorder body only: 1 040 g (2 lb 4 oz) When recording: 2 660 g (5 lb 13 oz) (With the accessories (battery pack (NP-F770), lens*, lens hood*, large LCD viewfinder, large eyecup, handle, microphone (ECM-XM1), grip, and flash memory unit cover attached.) * Supplied with NEX-FS100UK/FS100NK
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    lens (Supplied with NEX-FS100UK/ FS100NK) Lens E-mount lens When converted to a 35 mm still camera 28.8 mm - 320 mm (1 3/16 in. 12 5/8 in.) (16:9) 36 mm - 400 mm (1 7/16 in. 15 3/4 in.) (4:3) F-value F3.5-F6.3 SteadyShot Optical-shift biaxial-linear-drive and hall effect sensor Minimum focus* 0.30
  • Sony NEXFS100U | Operating Guide - Page 113
    NON-COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER TO (i) ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC STANDARD ("AVC VIDEO") AND /OR (ii) DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS web. Use the following URL to download it. When downloading the source code, select NEX-FS100J as the model for your camcorder. http://www.sony.net/Products
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    Quick Reference Identifying parts and controls The numbers in ( ) are reference pages. A HISTOGRAM/ASSIGN 2 button* 5 button* (48) M LAST SCENE/ASSIGN 6 button (48, 48) N SHUTTER SPEED button (32) O AUTO/MANUAL switch (31) P DISPLAY button (54) Q MENU button** (21, 65) R STATUS CHECK button (55) S
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    lamp flashes if the remaining capacity of recording media or battery is low. B EXPANDED FOCUS button (30) C IRIS button (31) D Lens mount (18) E Image sensor F Lens lock pin G Lens contacts Do not touch or dirty the lens contacts. H Iris ring (31) I IRIS PUSH AUTO button (31) J PUSH AUTO button
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    Identifying parts and controls (Continued) A Hook for shoulder strap B LCD HOLD sensor position index M Focusing ring (29) (NEX-FS100UK/ FS100NK) N Zooming ring (29) (NEX-FS100UK/ FS100NK) O Zoom lock switch (NEX-FS100UK/ FS100NK) P Lens hood (18) (NEX-FS100UK/ FS100NK) 116 Q Lens (18) (NEX-FS100UK
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    (14) B REMOTE jack The REMOTE jack is used for controlling playback, etc. on the video device and peripherals connected to it. C i ( recording media or battery is low. F Remote sensor (81) G INPUT 2 jack (11) H HDMI OUT jack (56) I COMPONENT OUT jack (56) J VIDEO OUT/AUDIO OUT jacks (56) K (USB
  • Sony NEXFS100U | Operating Guide - Page 118
    A INPUT 1 switch (35) B CH1 (INPUT 1/INPUT 2) switch (35) C CH1 (AUTO/MAN) switch (35) D AUDIO LEVEL (CH1) dial (35) E INPUT 2 switch (35) F CH2 (INPUT 1/INPUT 2) switch (35) G CH2 (AUTO/MAN) switch (35) H AUDIO LEVEL (CH2) dial (35) I Playback control buttons (PREV/ PLAY*/NEXT/STOP/PAUSE/SCAN/ SLOW
  • Sony NEXFS100U | Operating Guide - Page 119
    your camcorder, your video device may also operate. In that case, select a commander mode other than DVD2 for your video device, or cover the sensor of your video device case, replace the battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
  • Sony NEXFS100U | Operating Guide - Page 120
    speed (32) Manual volume control (37) -2.0EV AUDIO FORMAT (73) AE SHIFT (70) Auto setting (76) n A White balance (33) B Histogram (75) z Tips • Indicators may look different or appear at different positions. • Some indicators may not appear, depending on your camcorder model. Data code
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    LEVEL 40 Button-type lithium battery 119 C CALIBRATION 108 CAMERA DATA DISPLAY 76 CAMERA SET menu ...........70 CENTER 76 Charge lamp 15 Charging InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 105 INPUT 1 jack 35 INPUT 1 switch 35 INPUT 2 jack 35 INPUT 2 switch 35 INPUT1 TRIM 74 INPUT1 WIND 74 INPUT2 TRIM
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    118 TONE 71 Trademark 112 Transmitter 119 Triangulating information ....43 Troubleshooting 89 TV 56 TV color systems 101 U UB PRESET 44 UB TIME REC 78 USB CONNECT 82 Using your camcorder abroad 101 V VIDEO OUT 72 Viewfinder lens adjustment ring 13 VISUAL INDEX button....... 50 Volume 52
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    WB OUTDOOR LEVEL......70 WB PRESET 70 WB SHIFT 42 WB TEMP SET 70 White balance 33 White balance memory switch 34 WHT BAL button 33 Wireless Remote Commander 119 X XLR AGC LINK 74 XLR SET 74 Z ZEBRA 75, 92 ZOOM DISPLAY 77 Zooming 29 123 Quick Reference
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Interchangeable Lens Digital HD
Video Camera Recorder
Operating Guide
E-mount
NEX-FS100U/FS100N/FS100UK/FS100NK
Table of Contents
Getting Started
Recording/Playback
Editing
Using the Menu
Connecting with another
device
Troubleshooting
Additional Information
Quick Reference