Help Guide: Digital Still Camera DSC-HX400/HX400VHow to UseBefore UseNames of partsIdentifying parts [1]Icons and indicatorsList of icons on the scree
Connecting the product to a computer [169]Importing images to the computer [170]Disconnecting the product from the computer [171]Creating a movie disc
[110] How to Use Changing settings Setup menuGPS On/Off (DSC-HX400V)You can record the location information with the images when the built-in GPS sens
It may take from ten seconds to several minutes to acquire the location information when youturn on this product. If you shoot images before the produ
1. MENU → (Setup) → [GPS Auto Area Adj.] → desired setting.Menu item detailsOn:Corrects the time difference automatically.Off (default setting):Does
[114] How to Use Changing settings Setup menuGPS Log REC (DSC-HX400V)You can set the start/end of the GPS log recording. The product continues to reco
[116] How to Use Changing settings Setup menuUpload Settings(Eye-Fi)Sets whether to use the upload function when using an Eye-Fi card (commercially av
information. This is because [GPS On/Off] is set to [On]. Set [GPS On/Off] to [Off] beforeshooting.This product does not support Eye-Fi “Endless Memor
[119] How to Use Changing settings Setup menuDisplay QualityYou can change the display quality.1. MENU → (Setup) → [Display Quality] → desired settin
1. MENU → (Setup) → [PAL/NTSC Selector] → [Enter]NoteThis function is provided with 1080 50i-compatible devices only. It is not provided with 10806
[123] How to Use Changing settings Setup menuHDMI ResolutionWhen you connect the product to a High Definition (HD) TV with HDMI terminals using an HDM
[125] How to Use Changing settings Setup menuUSB ConnectionSelects the appropriate USB connection method for each computer or USB device connected tot
ZEISS lens [186]GPS (DSC-HX400V) [187]AVCHD format [188]License [189]TrademarksTrademarks [190]TroubleshootingIf you have problemsIf you have problems
Menu item detailsMulti (default setting): Normally, use [Multi].Single: Set [USB LUN Setting] to [Single] only if you cannot make a connection.[127] H
Date/Time SetupSets the date and time again.1. MENU → (Setup) → [Date/Time Setup] → desired setting.Menu item detailsDaylight Savings: Selects Dayli
[131] How to Use Changing settings Setup menuFile NumberSelects how to assign file numbers to recorded images.1. MENU → (Setup) → [File Number] → de
Creates a new folder in the memory card. A new folder is created with a folder number onegreater than the largest folder number currently used. Images
If image files were processed on a computer, problems may occur in the image database file. Insuch cases, the images on the memory card will not be pl
images are retained.1. MENU → (Setup) → [Setting Reset] → desired setting.Menu item detailsCamera Settings Reset: Initializes the main shooting sett
3. Input the password that is displayed on this product.The smartphone is connected to the product.[141] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Connecting
2. Input the password displayed on this product.The iPhone or iPad is connected to the product.3. Confirm that your iPhone or iPad was connected to
that works with the smartphone, the product and the smartphone will be connected via Wi-Fi. Touse this function, register the desired application in a
3. Check the composition of the image on the smartphone screen, and then press the shutterbutton (A) on the smartphone to shoot an image.Use button (
The image is out of focus. [201]Zoom does not work. [202]The flash does not work. [203]Fuzzy white circular spots appear on images shot using the flas
The smartphone and the product are connected, and PlayMemories Mobile launches onthe smartphone.Touch the smartphone to the product for 1-2 seconds un
1. MENU → (Wireless) → [Send to Smartphone] → desired setting.If you press the (Send to Smartphone) button in playback mode, the setting screenfor
Set [Airplane Mode] to [Off].[146] How to Use Using Wi-Fi functions Transferring images to a SmartphoneSending images to an Android smartphone (NFC On
just a touch on the designated touch-point.NFC (Near Field Communication) is an international standard of short-range wirelesscommunication technology
If you want to transfer images to another computer, connect the product and the computervia a USB connection and follow the instructions in PlayMemori
Select from [HD] and [4K].*The settings are effective only for BRAVIA TV which is compatible with the functions.NoteYou can use this function on a TV
For details about the available functions and settings of your access point, see the accesspoint operating instructions or contact the administrator o
Access points without the mark do not require a password.4. Select [OK].How to use the keyboardWhen manual character entry is required, a keyboard is
Displays the PIN code you enter into the connected device.Priority Connection: Select [On] or [Off].IP Address Setting: Select [Auto] or [Manual].IP A
SSID/PW ResetThis product shares the connection information for [Send to Smartphone] and [Smart RemoteEmbedded] with a device that has permission to c
[WPS Push] does not work. [227][Send to Computer] is canceled halfway. [228]You cannot send movies to a smartphone. [229][Smart Remote Embedded] or [S
Recommended computer environmentFor details on the recommended computer environments for downloading an application andadding functions to the product
[160] How to Use Adding applications to the product Installing the applicationsDownloading applications directly to the product using theWi-Fi functio
applications or display application list only by pressing the custom key during the shootinginformation screen is displayed.[162] How to Use Adding ap
The account information for the “Sony Entertainment Network” that is registered on the productis displayed.1. MENU → (Application) → Application List
Installing PlayMemories Home1. Using the Internet browser on your computer, go to the following URL and installPlayMemories Home.www.sony.net/pm/Proc
For details on software for Mac computers, access the following URL:http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/Wireless Auto Import“Wireless Auto Import” is req
PlayMemories Home allows you to easily import images. For details on PlayMemories Homefunctions, see the Help of PlayMemories Home.Importing images to
NoteFor Mac computers, drag and drop the icon of the memory card or the drive icon in the“Trash” icon. The product is disconnected from the computer.F
[173] How to Use Viewing on computers Creating a movie discSelecting the disc creation methodYou can create a disc from an AVCHD format movie recorded
Blu-ray recorder:High-definition image quality (HD)Standard definition image quality (STD)HDD recorder, etc:Standard definition image quality (STD)Not
MessagesMessagesSelf-diagnosis display [246]Warning messages [247]Situations this product has difficulty handlingSituations this product has difficult
[176] How to Use Precautions/This product PrecautionsPrecautionsBacking up memory cardsData may be corrupted in the following cases. Be sure to back u
product.If moisture condensation occurs, turn off the product and wait about an hour for the moistureto evaporate. Note that if you attempt to shoot w
These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the images in anyway.Exposing the monitor or lens to direct sunlight for long p
socket) using the AC Adaptor (supplied), and leave the product for 24 hours or more with thepower off.[178] How to Use Precautions/This product Precau
The battery pack will run down quickly if you use the flash or zoom frequently.We recommend preparing spare battery packs and taking trial shots befor
[179] How to Use Precautions/This product PrecautionsCharging the battery packThe supplied AC Adaptor is dedicated to this product. Do not connect wit
(“Memory Stick Micro” (M2) media/“Memory Stick Micro” (Mark2) media)SD card(SD memory card/SDHC memory card/SDXC memory card)microSD memory card (micr
High temperature locations such as in a car parked under the sunLocations exposed to direct sunlightHumid locations or locations with corrosive substa
accidentally swallow it.[181] How to Use Precautions/This product Cleaning this productOn cleaningCleaning the lens and flashWipe the lens and flash w
[182] How to Use Precautions/This product Number of recordable still images andrecordable time of moviesNumber of still imagesThe number of still imag
When not using the flash, press it back into the camera body.8. (Flash pop-up) button9. Hook for Shoulder Strap10. Zoom/Focus switch11. Manual ri
movie files on the memory card. The recordable time may vary depending on the shootingconditions and the memory card. (h (hour), m (minute))60i 24M(FX
64GB: 8 h 15 m1440×1080 12M 2GB: 15 m4GB: 40 m8GB: 1 h 20 m16GB: 2 h 45 m32GB: 5 h 30 m64GB: 11 h 5 mVGA 3M2GB: 1 h 10 m4GB: 2 h 25 m8GB: 4 h 55 m16GB
On TV color systemsTo view movies shot using this product on a television, the product and television must use thesame color television system. Check
GPS is a system for determining geographic location by triangulating radio signals from GPSsatellites. Avoid using the camera in places where radio si
The AVCHD format was developed for high-definition digital video cameras when recording anHD (High-Definition) signal using high-efficiency compressio
This informs you that you have a right to have access to, modify, and redistribute source codefor these software programs under the conditions of the
Android and Google Play are trademarks or registered trademarks of Google Inc.Wi-Fi, the Wi-Fi logo, Wi-Fi PROTECTED SET-UP are registered trademarks
[192] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Battery pack and powerYou cannot insert the battery pack into the product.Make sure the direction of the battery
level.This phenomenon occurs when you use the product in an extremely hot or cold location.Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated u
[199] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/moviesYou cannot record images.You are using a memory card with a write-protect switch, an
1. Multi interface shoe*2. Diopter-adjustment dialAdjust the diopter level using the diopter-adjustment dial when you set the display modeto the vie
You can use only the optical zoom in the following situations:When using Smile Shutter function.[Drive Mode] is set to [Self-portrait].[203] Troublesh
[206] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shooting still images/moviesThe recording date and time are not displayed on thescreen.While shooting, the date
Noise appears in the image when you view the screen in adark place.The product is attempting to increase the visibility of the screen by temporarily b
The memory card is full. Delete unnecessary images.The battery level is low. Insert a charged battery pack.[215] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Shoot
The folder/file name has been changed on your computer.When an image file has been processed by a computer or when the image file was recordedusing a
The product may not be able to receive radio signals from GPS satellites because ofobstructions.To triangulate the location information correctly, bri
For importing movies with GPS location information to your computer, use PlayMemoriesHome.[226] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wi-FiYou cannot find t
[230] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wi-Fi[Smart Remote Embedded] or [Send to Smartphone] iscanceled halfway.When the remaining battery level is low,
[233] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ComputersThe computer does not recognize this product.Set [USB Connection] to [Mass Storage].Use the micro USB c
Use PlayMemories Home to copy images that are stored on a computer onto a memory cardinserted into this product and view them on this product.[237] Tr
1. Battery/Memory card cover2. Battery insertion slot3. Battery eject lever4. Access lamp5. Memory card slot6. Tripod socket holeUse a tripod wi
so.[240] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting OthersThe lens gets fogged.Moisture condensation has occurred. Turn off the product and leave it for about an
aside for 24 hours or more with the power left off.[244] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting OthersThe number of recordable images does not decrease, orde
C:13:□□This product cannot read or write data on the memory card. Try turning off and on thisproduct again, or taking out and inserting the memory car
The memory card is damaged.The terminal section of the memory card is dirty.This memory card may not be capable of recording and playing normally.An i
Unable to rotate image.Images recorded with other products may not be enlarged or rotated.[248] Troubleshooting Situations this product has difficulty
Scenes changing constantly, such as a waterfalliSweep PanoramaSuperior Auto
List of viewing mode icons1. P P* A S M Shooting modeMemory numberMemory card/Uploading statusScene Recognition iconsScene Selection 100Remaining num
Image quality of still imagesFrame rate of moviesRecording settings of moviesNFC is activatedRemaining batteryRemaining battery warningFlash charge in
Using the control button [7]Using MENU items [8]Using the Fn (Function) button [9]ShootingShooting still images/moviesShooting still images [10]Shooti
Overheating warningSmart zoomClear Image ZoomDigital ZoomSpot metering areaC:32:00Self-diagnosis displayDigital level gaugeView Mode100-0003Folder – f
Focus mode7500K A5 G5White balanceFocus areaD-Range Optimizer/Auto HDR±0 ±0 ±0Creative StyleSmile/Face Detect.Lock-on AFPicture Effect Smile detection
1/250Shutter speedF3.5Aperture value±0.0Metered Manual±0.0Exposure compensationISO400ISO sensitivityShutter speed indicatorAperture indicator Histogra
Using the shoulder strapAttach the shoulder strap to prevent damage caused by dropping the product.1. Attach both ends of the strap.[4] How to Use Be
About the [In-Camera Guide]The [In-Camera Guide] displays descriptions of MENU items, Fn (Function) button, andsettings, and if a function cannot be s
You can move the selection cursor by pressing the top/bottom/right/left side of the controlbutton. Your selection is determined when you press on th
then press on the center of the control button.The display may move directly from step 1 to step 3 depending on the [Tile Menu]setting.3. Select th
2. Select a function to be registered by pressing the up/down/left/right button on the controlbutton.3. Set the desired setting by turning the contr
[10] How to Use Shooting Shooting still images/moviesShooting still imagesShoots still images.1. Set the shooting mode to (Intelligent Auto).2. Ad
The shortest shooting distance is approximately 1 cm (0.03 ft) (W), 240 cm (7.87 ft) (T)(from the lens).4. Press the shutter button fully down.Focus
Using the flashUsing flash [29]Flash Mode [30]Flash Comp. [31]Selecting a screen display modeSwitching the screen display (Shooting) [32]Selecting sti
To adjust the shutter speed and aperture value to the desired settings, set the shootingmode to (Movie).2. Press the MOVIE button again to stop rec
Allows you to shoot fast-moving subjects etc., by manually adjusting the shutter speed.M (Manual Exposure): Allows you to shoot still images with the
[14] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting modeSuperior AutoThe product automatically recognizes and evaluates the shooting conditions, and theappr
Scene Recognition:If the product recognizes a scene, icons and guides such as (Portrait), (Infant), (Night Portrait), (Night Scene), (Backligh
Program AutoAllows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and theaperture value).You can set shooting functions
2. Point the camera at the subject for which you want to set the focus and brightness.3. While pressing the shutter button halfway down, aim the cam
When a light source such as a fluorescent light flickers, the brightness and color of a stitchedimage may not be consistent.When the whole angle of pa
halfway, the movement of the subject is predicted and the focus will be adjusted.Landscape:Shoots the entire range of a scenery in sharp focus with vi
Pet:Allows you to shoot images of your pet with the best settings.Gourmet:Allows you to shoot food arrangements in delicious and bright colors.Beach:A
Soft Skin:Allows you to shoot images of faces with a smoother look.High Sensitivity:Allows you to shoot still images even in dark locations without us
Exposure Comp. [51]Metering Mode [52]Exposure Set. Guide [53]Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-timer)Drive Mode [54]Cont. Shooting [55]
Shutter PriorityYou can express the movement of a moving subject in various ways by adjusting the shutterspeed, for example, at the instant of the mov
are blurred.Larger F-value: The subject and its foreground and background are all in focus.3. Adjust the focus and shoot the subject.The shutter spee
ISO sensitivity. Change the ISO value to your desired setting if necessary.When the amount of ambient light exceeds the metering range of the Metered
Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording.Menu item detailsProgram Auto: Allows you to shoot with the exposure (both the shutter speed and the ap
feature.(1) Optical zoom rangeImages are magnified within the optical zoom range of this product.(2) Smart Zoom range ( )Zoom images without causing t
[M], [S] or [VGA].On:ClearImage Zoom (default setting): Even if the zoom range of the optical zoom is exceeded, the product magnifies images withinthe
2. Press the shutter button fully down.When you do not use the flashWhen not using the flash, press it back into the camera body.NoteWhen not using t
You can set the flash mode.1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Flash Mode] → desired setting.You can also set the flash mode by pressing the (Flash Mo
[31] How to Use Using shooting functions Using the flashFlash Comp.Adjusts the amount of flash light in a range of –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV. Flash compensat
No Disp. Info.HistogramLevelNoteHistogram is not displayed during panorama shooting.[33] How to UseUsing shooting functions Selecting still image size
Record Setting (movie) [70]SteadyShot (movie) [71]Micref Level [72]Wind Noise Reduct. [73]Auto Slow Shut. (movie) [74]MOVIE Button [75]Customizing the
The larger the image size, the more detail will be reproduced when the image is printed onlarge-format paper. The smaller the image size, the more ima
Shoots in 4:3 aspect ratio.16:9:For viewing on a high-definition TV.1:1:For shooting in composition as a medium format camera.[35] How to Use Using sh
Standard: 3424×1920Wide: 4912×1920When [Panorama: Direction] is [Left] or [Right]Standard: 4912×1080Wide: 7152×1080360°: Allows you to shoot in the si
Focus mode detailsAF/ZOOM (Single-shot AF):The camera focuses and the focus is locked when the focus is achieved. Use this mode whenthe subject is mot
Menu item detailsWide:Focuses automatically on a subject in all ranges of the image. When you press the shutter button halfway down in still image sho
1. Set the zoom/focus switch to MF.2. Rotate the manual ring to achieve sharp focus.3. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot an image.When y
4. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot an image.When you rotate the manual ring, the focus distance is displayed on the screen.[43] How to U
The [Focus Magnifier] function will be released when the shutter button is pressed halfway.You can record images while an image is enlarged, but the p
Sets the peaking level to middle.Low:Sets the peaking level to low.Off (default setting):Does not use the peaking function.NoteSince the product deter
Menu item detailsOff:Does not track a subject to be focused on.On:Tracks a subject to be focused on.[49] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting
Switching the screen display (during playback) [93]Deleting imagesDeleting a displayed image [94]Deleting multiple selected images [95]Playing back mo
AF Illuminator (still image)The AF illuminator supplies fill light to focus more easily on a subject in dark surroundings. Thered AF illuminator allow
NoteIf you shoot a subject in extremely bright or dark conditions, or when you use the flash, youmay not be able to get a satisfactory effect.[52] How
Menu item detailsOff: Does not display the guide.On (default setting): Displays the guide.[54] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a drive m
shooting/Self-timer)Cont. ShootingShoots 10 images while you press the shutter button.1. MENU→ (Camera Settings) → [Drive Mode] → [Cont. Shooting].
shooting/Self-timer)Self-portraitPoint the lens at yourself and shoot self-portrait images.1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Drive Mode] → [Self-portr
operates after 10 seconds.[59] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a drive mode (Continuousshooting/Self-timer)Cont. BracketShoots multiple
Shoots three images, each with different color tones according to the selected settings of whitebalance, color temperature and color filter.1. MENU →
When you use [Multi Frame NR], it takes some time for the product to perform the overlayprocessing of images.HintYou can change the automatically set
between the subject and the background, and creates an image with the optimal brightness andgradation.1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [DRO/Auto HDR]
Sets the exposure difference, based on the contrast of the subject. Select the optimal levelbetween 1.0 EV (weak) and 6.0 EV (strong). For example, if
Volume Settings [108]Audio signals [109]GPS On/Off (DSC-HX400V) [110]GPS Auto Time Cor. (DSC-HX400V) [111]GPS Auto Area Adj. (DSC-HX400V) [112]Use GPS
Fluor.: Cool White:The color temperature is adjusted for white fluorescent lighting. Fluor.: Day White:The color temperature is adjusted for neutral
then press on the center of the control button.The calibrated values (Color Temperature and Color Filter) are displayed and registered.NoteThe messa
Soft Focus:Creates an image filled with a soft lighting effect.HDR Painting:Creates the look of a painting, enhancing the colors and details.Rich-tone
Do not change the composition before shooting.When the contrast of the scene is low or when significant camera-shake or subject blur hasoccurred, you
Select an item to be set by pressing the right/left button on the control button, then set the valueusing the top/bottom button on the control button.
[70] How to Use Using shooting functions Recording moviesRecord Setting (movie)Selects the image size, frame rate, and image quality for movie recordi
24p 24M(FX)*: 25p 24M(FX)**:Records high image quality movies of 1920 × 1080 (24p/25p). This produces a cinema-likeatmosphere.Bit-rate: Maximum 24 Mbp
Menu item detailsIntelligent Active (default setting):Provides the most powerful SteadyShot effect.Active:Provides a more powerful SteadyShot effect.S
Menu item detailsOn: Reduces wind noise.Off (default setting): Does not reduce wind noise.NoteSetting this item to [On] where wind is not blowing suff
Sets whether or not to activate the MOVIE button.1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [MOVIE Button] → desired setting.Menu item detailsAlways (default se
Using Wi-Fi functionsConnecting this product and a SmartphonePlayMemories Mobile [139]Connecting an Android smartphone to this product [140]Connecting
[77] How to Use Using shooting functions Customizing the shooting functions forconvenient useFunction Menu Set.You can assign the functions to be call
The functions that can be assigned are displayed on the setup item selection screen.[80] How to Use Using shooting functions Setting the other functio
When the shooting mode is set to [Superior Auto], and you use [Photo Creativity], theproduct does not perform the overlay processing of images.[81] Ho
shooting, the product returns to Smile Shutter mode.HintWhen the [Smile/Face Detect.] is set to [Smile Shutter], you can select the Smile DetectionSen
phenomenon.1. MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Red Eye Reduction] → desired setting.Menu item detailsOn: The flash is always fired to reduce the red-eye
Auto:Automatically trims images into an appropriate composition.NoteThe trimmed image may not be the best possible composition, depending on the shoot
Off (default setting):Does not record a shooting date.NoteIf you shoot images with the date once, you cannot delete the date from the images later.The
Off:Does not display the Auto Review.NoteWhen the product is enlarging an image using image processing, it may temporarily displaythe original image p
2. Select the image with the control button.HintThe product creates an image database file on a memory card to record and play backimages. An image t
Menu item details9 Images (default setting)/25 ImagesTo return to single-image playbackSelect the desired image and press on the center of the contro
Adding applications to the productPlayMemories Camera AppsPlayMemories Camera Apps [156]Recommended computer environment [157]Installing the applicati
1. Display the image you want to delete.2. Press the (Delete) button.3. Select [Delete] using the control button, then press on the center of the
2. Select the movie to be played back using the control button.3. To play back movies, press on the center.Available operations during movie playba
may fail to create the image.HintYou can also change the interval of the image tracking using MENU → (Playback) →[Motion Interval ADJ].[98] How to U
Order Format.”1. MENU → (Playback) → [Specify Printing] → desired setting.Menu item detailsMultiple Img.: Selects images to order printing.(1) Sele
[101] How to Use Viewing Using viewing functionsSlide ShowAutomatically plays back images continuously.1. MENU → (Playback) → [Slide Show] → desired
NoteYou cannot rotate the movies.You may not be able to rotate images shot using other products.When viewing rotated images on a computer, the images
Outputs still images in 4K resolution to an HDMI-connected TV that supports 4K.1. Turn off this product and the TV.2. Connect the HDMI micro termina
3. Turn on the TV and switch the input.4. Turn on this product.Images shot with the product appear on the TV screen.HintThis product is compatible w
By connecting this product to a TV that supports “BRAVIA” Sync using an HDMI cable (soldseparately), you can operate this product with the TV Remote C
1. MENU → (Setup) → [Monitor Brightness] → desired setting.Menu item detailsManual:Adjusts the brightness within the range of –2 to +2.[108] How to
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