Handbook
Digital HD Video Camera Recorder
HDR-AS15/AS10
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© 2012 Sony Corporation
4-432-600-13(1)
Notes on using the camera
Notes on the battery pack
• Charge the battery pack before using for the first
time.
• You can charge the battery pack even if it is not
completely discharged. In addition, even if the
battery pack is not fully charged, you can use the
partially charged capacity of the battery pack as
is.
About the displayed language
The display panel displays only English.
Other languages are not available.
Notes on recording/playback and
connection
• Before you start recording, make a trial
recording to make sure that the camera is
working correctly.
• To play back images, connect the camera to
another device with a micro HDMI cable (sold
separately).
• The camera is neither dust-proof, nor splash-
proof, nor water-proof. Read “Precautions”
(page 55) before operating the camera.
• Avoid exposing the camera to water. If water
enters inside the camera, a malfunction may
occur. In some cases, the camera cannot be
repaired.
Notes on the display panel and lens
• Exposing the display panel or the lens to direct
sunlight for long periods may cause
malfunctions. Be careful when placing the
camera near a window or outdoors.
• Do not press against the display panel. It may
cause a malfunction.
On image data compatibility
• This camera supports "MP4 format" as movie
file format. However, it is not guaranteed that all
MP4 compliant devices can play back images
recorded with this camera.
• The camera conforms with DCF (Design rule
for Camera File system) universal standard
established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and
Information Technology Industries
• Do not aim the camera at the sun or other bright
light. It may cause malfunctions.
• Do not use the camera near a location that
generates strong radio waves or emits radiation.
Otherwise, the camera may not properly record
or play back images.
• Using the camera in sandy or dusty locations
may cause malfunctions.
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• If moisture condensation occurs, remove it
Warning on copyright
• Do not shake or strike the camera. It may cause
a malfunction and you may not be able to record
images. Furthermore, a memory card may
become unusable or image data may be
damaged.
Television programs, films, videotapes, and other
materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized
recording of such materials may be contrary to the
provisions of the copyright laws.
• When connecting the camera to another device
with a cable, be sure to insert the connector plug
in the correct way. Pushing the plug forcibly
into the terminal will damage the terminal and
may result in a malfunction of the camera.
• Playback of movies other than those shot, edited
or composed on this camera is not guaranteed.
No compensation for damaged
content or recording failure
Sony cannot compensate for failure to record or
loss or damage of recorded content due to a
malfunction of the camera or memory card, etc.
The illustrations and images used in
this handbook
• The images used as examples in this handbook
are reproduced images, and are not actual
images shot using the camera.
On camera’s temperature
The camera may get warm due to continuous use,
but it is not a malfunction.
• In this manual, “Memory Stick Micro” media
and microSD memory card are referred to as
“memory card.”
• Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
On the overheat protection
Depending on the camera and battery temperature,
you may be unable to record movies or the power
may turn off automatically to protect the camera.
A message will be displayed on the display panel
before the power turns off or you can no longer
record movies.
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Notes on playing back on other
devices
• The camera is compatible with MPEG-4 AVC/
H.264 Main Profile for HD (high definition)
image quality recording. Therefore, you cannot
play back images recorded with HD (high
definition) image quality on the camera with the
devices which are not compatible with the
MPEG-4 AVC/H.264.
• Movies recorded using this camera may not play
back normally on devices other than this
camera. Also, movies recorded on other devices
may not play back properly on this camera.
On wireless network function
• Only the HDR-AS15 is equipped with the Wi-Fi
function.
• The wireless network function built into this
camera has been confirmed to conform with Wi-
Fi specifications set forth by the Wi-Fi Alliance
(WFA).
• Depending on the region, access to a wireless
LAN may not be available, may require a
separate service charge, or communications may
be blocked or suffer from intermittent outages.
For details, check your wireless LAN
administrator and/or service provider.
• Sony makes no guarantees whatsoever in the
provision of a network service. Sony bears
absolutely no responsibility for damages that
may arise from the use of a network service
even in the case of claims made by a third-party.
About the security on using Wireless
LAN products
It is important to set security when using the
wireless network function. Sony makes no
guarantees and is not responsible for any damage
resulting from having inadequate security or using
the wireless network function.
Carl Zeiss lens
The camera is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens
which is capable of reproducing sharp images with
excellent contrast. The lens for the camera has
been produced under a quality assurance system
certified by Carl Zeiss in accordance with the
quality standards of Carl Zeiss in Germany.
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