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Identifying the parts

Identifying the parts (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) [1]
Getting Started
Inserting a memory card [7]
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  • Page 1 FDR- Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder/Digital HD Video Camera Recorder X3000/HDR-AS300/HDR-AS50 Read This First Identifying the parts Identifying the parts (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) [1] Identifying the parts (HDR-AS50) [2] Screen display [3] Getting Started Checking the bundled items [4] Inserting the battery pack [5]...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Using the Underwater Housing [11] On waterproof performance of the Underwater Housing [12] Notes on use for the Underwater Housing [13] Water leakage [14] Waterproof packing [15] How to check for water leaks [16] Maintenance [17] Using accessories Using the attachment buckle [18] Notes on using the adhesive mount (sold separately) [19] Shooting Shooting movies and still images...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Wi-Fi Hi power setting [51] Bluetooth setting [52] Bluetooth remote controller power setting [53] GPS log (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) [54] Format [55] Time code/user bit (FDR-X3000) [56] IR remote (FDR-X3000) [57] HDMI settings (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) [58] USB power supply [59] Beep [60] Beep volume [61]...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Area setting [67] Daylight saving time (summer time) setting [68] Version [69] Resetting the settings [70] Viewing Viewing images on a TV (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) [71] Viewing using the Live-View Remote [72] Delete [73] Create your movie Highlight Movie Maker Creating the highlight movie [74]...

  • Page 5: White

    Connecting to your smartphone Preparation for connecting to your smartphone [80] Sample smartphone screen display [81] Using One-touch Functions to Connect to an NFC-enabled Android Smartphone (FDR-X3000/HDR- AS300) [82] Connecting a smartphone to Wi-Fi via QR Code (Android device) [83]...
  • Page 6 On battery pack life [102] To reduce the battery consumption [103] Using the camera abroad On TV color systems (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) [104] Countries and regions where NTSC TV is used [105] Countries and regions where PAL TV is used [106] The list of time differences for world capitals [107]...
  • Page 7 On cleaning [111] On operating temperatures [112] On moisture condensation [113] Notes on optional accessories [114] On using the camera in close proximity to vibrating motors and engines (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) [115] Note on disposal/transfer of the memory card [116] On GPS (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) [117]...

  • Page 8: Memory Card

    The camera is not receiving a GPS signal. (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) [135] Excessive error in location information. (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) [136] It takes time to triangulate although the GPS assist data is taken in. (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) [137] The location information has not been recorded. (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) [138] Computers Your computer does not recognize the camera.
  • Page 9 The camera becomes warm when you use it for a long time. [146] The date or time is incorrect. [147] Warning indicators and messages Warning indicators and error messages [148] [1] Read This First Identifying the parts Identifying the parts (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300)
  • Page 10 (on/standby) button GPS sensor IR remote receiver (FDR-X3000) MENU button Display panel UP button/DOWN button REC lamp REC (Movie/still image) button/ENTER (Menu execute) button REC/LIVE lamp (N Mark) Lens Speaker Microphones HDMI OUT jack Multi/Micro USB terminal Mic jack CHG (Charge) lamp...
  • Page 11 (on/standby) button MENU button Display panel UP button/DOWN button REC lamp REC (Movie/still image) button/ENTER (Menu execute) button REC/LIVE lamp Lens Speaker Microphones Multi/Micro USB terminal CHG (Charge) lamp Battery cover Battery housing Battery ejection lever Connector cover (Multi/Micro USB terminal) REC lamp Lock lever Screw hole for tripod...

  • Page 12: Time-Lapse Shot

    : Bluetooth is connected : Searching for GPS satellites to receive GPS signals. Location information cannot be received. (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) : Recording location information available by triangulating (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) : Temperature of the camera is increased : Battery level indicator of camera...

  • Page 13: Time-Lapse Capture

    : Time-lapse capture mode : Live streaming mode : Loop recording mode : Angle setting : Zoom ratio : UP button/DOWN button operation guide (zoom switching, shooting mode switching, invalid operation) [4] Getting Started Checking the bundled items Make sure that you have following bundled items. The number in parentheses indicates the quantity of that item bundled.
  • Page 14 Attachment Buckle (1) Startup Guide (1) Reference Guide (1) [5] Getting Started Inserting the battery pack Slide down the lock lever to open the battery cover. Insert the battery pack. ：Align the direction of the arrow on the camera and the battery pack. Close the battery cover and slide the lock lever up to lock.

  • Page 15: Water

    Confirm that the yellow mark on the lock lever is not visible. Close the battery cover securely. Not doing so may cause a water leakage. To remove the battery pack Open the cover and slide the battery ejection lever, then remove the battery pack. To set auto power off function It is recommended that you set the camera to turn off automatically, in order to decrease the battery consumption.
  • Page 16 When charging is finished, disconnect the micro USB cable between the camera and the computer. Charging is complete when the CHG (Charge) lamp turns off (full charge). The time takes for charging Supplied battery pack (NP-BX1) Via a computer: Approx. 265 minutes Time required to charge a fully depleted battery pack at a temperature of 25°C (77°F).
  • Page 17 [7] Getting Started Inserting a memory card Inserting a memory card Open the memory card cover. Insert the memory card until it clicks. microSD card/microSDHC card/microSDXC card: Insert in the direction of Memory Stick Micro (M2) media: Insert in the direction of : Printed side : Terminal side Close the memory card cover.
  • Page 18 By using the Action Cam Movie Creator, you can unify the data and treat as 1 file. To playback the divided files with the camera, it will be played back continuously. (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) Operation with all memory cards is not assured. For details about memory cards other than cards manufactured by Sony, contact the individual makers.

  • Page 19: Setting The Date And Time

    [9] Getting Started Setting the date and time Press the (on/standby) button to turn on the camera for the first time, the setting for area/summer time/date and time will be displayed on the screen. Use the camera after setting the date and time.
  • Page 20 FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300 HDR-AS50 (on/standby) button Case body...

  • Page 21: Waterproof

    Leash attachment hole (on/standby)/REC HOLD switch REC (movie/still image) button/ENTER (menu execute) button Case cover MENU button Tripod screw hole UP button DOWN button Buckle lock Buckle Lead Adaptor (HDR-AS50) Waterproof packing [11] Getting Started Using the Underwater Housing Using the Underwater Housing By inserting the camera in the Underwater Housing, you can shoot images underwater up to a depth of 60 m (197 feet) for 30 minutes continuously.
  • Page 22 Insert the camera in the case body. Insert the tab of the case body into the slot of the case cover. Hook the buckle over the tab on the lower part of the case cover , then close the buckle in the direction of Make sure the buckle and buckle lock are firmly locked.
  • Page 23 (on/standby) button and REC/ENTER button when the REC HOLD switch is set to the lock position. Release the lock in the direction of the arrow below, before operation. When using FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300 with the Underwater Housing supplied with HDR-AS50, detach the adaptor ( ) from the Underwater Housing.

  • Page 24: On Waterproof Performance Of The Underwater

    to an item you intend to use with the camera. [12] Getting Started Using the Underwater Housing On waterproof performance of the Underwater Housing When the camera is inserted in the supplied Underwater Housing, the camera can shoot up to a water depth of 60 m (197 feet) for 30 minutes continuously.

  • Page 25: Notes On Use For The Underwater

    In the unlikely event that a malfunction of the Underwater Housing causes damage due to water leakage, Sony does not guarantee against damages to the equipment contained in it (camera, battery pack, etc.) and the recorded contents, nor expenses entailed in the photography.

  • Page 26: Using The Attachment

    When finding a malfunction of Underwater Housing If a malfunction is found by inspection of the waterproof packing or check for water leaks, stop using the camera immediately and take it to the nearest Sony dealer. [17] Getting Started Using the Underwater Housing...
  • Page 27 Align the tripod screw hole in the bottom of the Underwater Housing with the tripod screw of the attachment buckle, and fix firmly with the tripod screw. Attach the attachment buckle to the accessory by sliding it until it clicks into place. To detach the attachment buckle from the accessory Press and hold the circled parts of the attachment buckle to unlock, then slide it in the opposite direction of step 2.
  • Page 28 Universal head mount kit BLT-UHM1 Backpack Mount VCT-BPM1 Note Thread a suitable leash through the leash attachment hole of the Underwater Housing, then attach the leash to an item you intend to use with the camera. Before use, confirm that the screw on the attachment buckle is not loose. [19] Getting Started Using accessories Notes on using the adhesive mount (sold separately)

  • Page 29: Shooting Still Images

    Record movies. Press the (on/standby) button to turn on the power. Press the MENU button. Press the UP button or DOWN button to select (shooting mode) - (Movie mode), then press the REC/ENTER button. The icon of the current selected shooting mode is displayed. Press the REC/ENTER button to start shooting.

  • Page 30: Time-Lapse Capture Image

    The icon of the current selected shooting mode is displayed. Press the REC/ENTER button to shoot. [22] Shooting Shooting movies and still images Time-lapse capture mode The camera records still images at regular intervals and stops shooting when it reaches the set number.

  • Page 31: Loop Recording

    The still pictures you shot can be downloaded to the computer using “Action Cam Movie Creator” and you can create a time-lapse movie. You can also create a time-lapse movie by downloading the still pictures to a smartphone, etc., using the smartphone/tablet application “Action Cam App”. [23] Shooting Shooting movies and still images Loop recording mode...

  • Page 32: Notes On Long-Time

    [24] Shooting Shooting movies and still images Using the zoom When the digital zoom is set to ON, the camera can zoom up to 3 times for shooting. Regardless the angle setting, you can always enlarge up to 3 times. The image quality will deteriorate due to digital processing.

  • Page 33: List Of Setting

    Describes long-time recording. When you continue to shoot for a long time, the temperature of the camera rises. If the temperature reaches above a certain level, shooting stops automatically. Leave the camera for 10 minutes or longer to allow the temperature inside the camera to decrease to a safe level.

  • Page 34: Still Image Shooting

    (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) – – – – Still image shooting interval (HDR-AS50) – – – – Still image shooting interval – – – – Self-timer – – – – Time-lapse shooting interval – – – – Time-lapse shot number (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) – –...

  • Page 35: How To Set The Setting

    : Wi-Fi Hi power setting : Bluetooth setting : Bluetooth remote controller power setting : GPS log (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) : Format : Time code/user bit (FDR-X3000) : IR remote (FDR-X3000) : HDMI settings (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) : Back ground music : USB power supply...

  • Page 36: Image Quality Setting

    : MENU button Displays the menu : REC/ENTER button Executes the menu : UP button Goes to the previous menu : DOWN button Goes to the next menu Press the (on/standby) button to turn on the power. To power off, press the (on/standby) button again.

  • Page 37: Color

    Recorded image: High speed recording (smooth image recorded at 4× frame rate) Resolution: 1280×720 Imaging frame rate : 120p/100p Playback frame rate : 120p/100p (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) Recorded image: High speed recording (smooth image recorded at 8× frame rate) Resolution: 800×480 Imaging frame rate : 240p/200p Playback frame rate...
  • Page 38 Resolution: 1920×1080 Imaging frame rate : 120p/100p Playback frame rate : 120p/100p When movie format is set to (recording in XAVC S) (FDR-X3000) Recorded image: XAVC S 100 Mbps Resolution: 3840×2160 Imaging frame rate : 30p/25p Playback frame rate : 30p/25p...
  • Page 39 Press the UP button or DOWN button to select (Shooting settings) - (Movie format) - setting value, then press the REC/ENTER button. : Records a 4K (XAVC S) movie (FDR-X3000). Select the desired image quality from the image quality setting.
  • Page 40 : Records a HD (XAVC S) movie. Select the desired image quality from the image quality setting. : Records an MP4 movie. Select this format if you want to transfer to your smartphone or upload to a website. [30] Changing the Settings Shooting settings Time-lapse capture image size You can set the image size of still images shot during time-lapse capture.
  • Page 41 (Sets the loop recording time to 20 minutes. The size of created movie is 5 minutes per file.) (Sets the loop recording time to 60 minutes. The size of created movie is 15 minutes per file.) (Sets the loop recording time to 120 minutes. The size of created movie is 15 minutes per file.) (Keeps recording continuously up to the limit of free space of a memory.
  • Page 42 FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300: 12.0 M (Angle setting: ) /6.1 M (Angle setting: ) /3. 0 M (Angle setting: HDR-AS50: 11. 9 M (Angle setting: )/7. 0 M (Angle setting: (Burst shooting. Shoots at the interval set in the (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300)/ (HDR-AS50) (Still image shooting interval).) Image size FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300: 12.0 M (Angle setting:...
  • Page 43 (Records a total of 10 still images in 5 seconds at a speed of 2 still images per second) Suitable for shooting slow-moving objects. Note “10f1s” (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300), “8f1s” (HDR-AS50), “5f2s”, and “2f5s” are estimates of the maximum speed. The maximum speed may not be reached depending on the shooting conditions. [34] Changing the Settings...

  • Page 44: Time-Lapse Shooting

    Press the UP button or DOWN button to select (Photo mode setting) - (Self-timer) - setting item, then press the REC/ENTER button. (Does not use self-timer) (Sets the self-timer to 2-second) (Sets the self-timer to 10-second) Note You cannot use self-timer when recording movies. The self-timer function is enabled until it is cancelled.
  • Page 45 Movie mode, Live streaming mode, and Loop recording mode. Press the MENU button. Press the UP button or DOWN button to select (Shooting settings) - (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300)/ (HDR-AS50) (SteadyShot (Movie)) - setting value, then press the REC/ENTER button. FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300 (Uses all-encompassing SteadyShot function when shooting movies)
  • Page 46 This function is not available when the image quality setting mode is set to the high speed recording quality (frame rate is more than 120p) (HDR-AS50) . [38] Changing the Settings Shooting settings SteadyShot (Still) (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) You can activate the camera-shake reduction while shooting still images. This function is available in Photo mode. Press the MENU button.

  • Page 47: Zoom

    : Wide (Records with a wide angle of view) : Medium (Records with a standard angle of view (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300)) : Narrow (Records with a narrow angle of view) Note When shooting with high speed (frame rate is more than 120p), the angle of view is fixed to...
  • Page 48 Press the UP button or DOWN button to select (Shooting settings) - (Flip) - setting value, then press the REC/ENTER button. (Flips the image vertically and swaps the left and right sound channels) (Does not flip the image) [42] Changing the Settings Shooting settings AE shift You can adjust the exposure according to your preference.

  • Page 49: White Balance

    [44] Changing the Settings Shooting settings Scene You can select suitable image quality according to the shooting scene. Press the MENU button. Press the UP button or DOWN button to select (Shooting settings) - (Scene) - setting value, then press the REC/ENTER button. (Shoots images in the standard quality) (Shoots images in an image quality suitable for underwater shooting) Note...

  • Page 50: Audio Recording

    Place a white reference object under the same lighting conditions as the subject and press the REC/ENTER button. Note If scene is set to , you cannot set the white balance. [46] Changing the Settings Shooting settings Color mode You can change the image color tone for movie shooting/loop recording/Live streaming. Press the MENU button.

  • Page 51: Airplane

    (Wind noise reduction) - setting value, then press the REC/ENTER button. (Cuts low-range to reduce wind noise) (Does not reduce wind noise) Note This function does not activate while an external microphone is connected to the camera (FDR-X3000/HDR- AS300). [49] Changing the Settings Camera settings...

  • Page 52: Wi-Fi Connection

    (Airplane mode) - setting value, then press the REC/ENTER button. (The Wi-Fi/Bluetooth/GPS function* is disabled. Select this when you are on board an airplane) (The Wi-Fi/Bluetooth/GPS function* is enabled) The GPS function is only for FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300. [50] Changing the Settings Camera settings Wi-Fi connection setting You can operate the camera by using compatible devices (Live-View Remote, smartphone, etc.)

  • Page 53: Wi-Fi Hi Power

    The camera should only be connected to the devices described in “Using the camera connected to other devices via Wi-Fi” via Wi-Fi, and should not be connected to other Wi-Fi access points. If you choose to connect the camera to other Wi-Fi access points, you do so at your own risk. In such cases, the camera may be subject to unauthorized access, and any communication could be intercepted.

  • Page 54: Bluetooth

    When the camera and corresponding devices have Wi-Fi connections, the camera can communicate with the corresponding devices via Bluetooth. The mutual registration process that allows the devices (the camera and corresponding device) to communicate with each other via Bluetooth is called “pairing.”...

  • Page 55: Bluetooth Remote Controller Power

    For setting and operating the Live-View Remote (RM-LVR3), refer to “Bluetooth remote controller power setting” in the help guide of the Live-View Remote. http://rd1.sony.net/help/cam/1650/h_zz/ For setting up and operating a smartphone, see below. Also, check the latest information and function information of the PlayMemories Mobile as well.

  • Page 56: Date & Time

    [54] Changing the Settings Camera settings GPS log (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) You can record the location information and the movement speed while recording movies using the camera’s GPS function. Action Cam Movie Creator allows you to import movies recorded with GPS log to your computer and view them with a map showing movement speed and tracking actions.
  • Page 57 GPS sensor and triangulation may fail. Sony does not collect location information and routing information. To display location information and routing information as a map on a computer, Sony provides data of location information and routing information to Google Inc.

  • Page 58: Area

    Connect/disconnect a cable. Insert/remove the battery pack. [56] Changing the Settings Camera settings Time code/user bit (FDR-X3000) About time code Time code is a useful function for advanced image editing, which records hours/minutes/seconds/frames on the image data. About user bit User bit is a function that can record information (8-digit hexadecimal numbers) such as date/time/scene number.
  • Page 59 2. Repeat step 1 until you set four 2-digit numbers, then return to the previous MENU. The time code can be selected within the following range. When selecting 30p or 60p 00:00:00:00 - 23:59:59:29 When selecting 25p or 50p 00:00:00:00 - 23:59:59:24 When selecting 24p, you can set the last 2 time code digits of the frames in multiples of 4, between 0 and 23.
  • Page 60 The remote commander & IR receiver kit RMT-VP1K and RMT-845 (sold separately) are required to use this function. Purchase a RMT-845 at a Sony service center. You can operate only the following settings using the RMT-845 (sold separately). Other settings are inoperable.
  • Page 61 : Does not send the time code or user bit information. Unavailable when movie format is set to MP4. : Controls the recording on a device connected with HDMI (FDR-X3000). : Controls the recording on the device. : Does not control the recording on the device.
  • Page 62 Using the camera with an external power supply The camera is compatible with the following external power supply. External power supply of 1.5 A FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300: Battery power consumption is lessened during shooting/playback HDR-AS50: Receives USB power from the connected device Note If you change the USB power supply setting while the micro USB cable is connected, disconnect the cable, then reconnect.
  • Page 63 Recording started Recording stopped Shutter pressed A disabled operation was selected or an error occurred Established Wi-Fi connection Power turned off (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) (All operation sounds are disabled) [61] Changing the Settings Camera settings Beep volume You can set the beep volume when operating the camera.
  • Page 64 When Beep is set to OFF, this function cannot be set. [62] Changing the Settings Camera settings Lamp setting To prevent the lamp light from reflecting off of the subject, you can limit the number of REC lamps that turn on when recording. Press the MENU button.
  • Page 65 HDMI connection is being made. (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) Supplying power from a connected USB device Connecting a mass storage device IR remote is set to ON. (FDR-X3000) In the following cases, even if you have selected in the auto power off function, the time that elapses before the power turns off will be extended.
  • Page 66 [65] Changing the Settings Camera settings Switching NTSC/PAL You can select the NTSC/PAL setting, depending on the TV system of the country or region where you use the camera. Press the MENU button. Press the UP button or DOWN button to select (Camera Settings) - (Switching NTSC/PAL), then press the REC/ENTER button.
  • Page 67 Note Select 0:00 for midnight, 12:00 for noon. When the GPS log is set to ON, the camera automatically adjusts the date and time during shooting mode. (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) The display order of year/month/day cannot be changed. [67] Changing the Settings...

  • Page 68: Daylight Saving Time (Summer Time)

    Hint When the GPS log is set to ON, the camera automatically adjusts the area setting during shooting mode. (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) [68] Changing the Settings Camera settings Daylight saving time (summer time) setting Sets whether to reflect daylight saving time (summer time) in the date and time settings.
  • Page 69 [71] Viewing Viewing images on a TV (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) Connect the camera to a TV which has an HDMI terminal using a micro HDMI cable (sold separately). Refer also to the instruction manuals of the TV.
  • Page 70 : MP4 movies : Still images : XAVC S 4K (30p) movie ( is displayed when NTSC is selected and displayed when PAL is selected.) (FDR-X3000) : XAVC S 4K (24p) movie ( is only displayed when NTSC is selected.) (FDR- X3000) : XAVC S HD movie Press the REC/ENTER button.

  • Page 71: Viewing Using The Live-View

    Also, movies recorded on other devices may not play back properly on the camera. [72] Viewing Viewing using the Live-View Remote Play back images recorded with the camera using the Live-View Remote. The procedure below explains how to play back movies using the Live-View Remote “RM-LVR3”. The display differs depending on the Live-View Remote you are using.

  • Page 72: Creating The Highlight

    DOWN button. [73] Viewing Delete Unwanted images in the memory card are deleted by using a smartphone installed with PlayMemories Mobile or the Live-View Remote. Refer to the instruction manual on the website for how to operate PlayMemories Mobile or the Live- View Remote.
  • Page 73 Press the icon to select a content format that you want to add in a highlight movie. Select a movie that you want to add in a highlight movie from the date or the content list, then press the “Next” button. The highlight movie creation starts.
  • Page 74 Hint Use the “Settings” menu in advance to change the movie length, BGM and the audio mix. This setting is only available in some countries and regions. After creating the highlight movie, you can “Copy” it to your smartphone. Hint Use the movie player application of a smartphone to play the copied highlight movie.

  • Page 75: Importing The

    See more details about “PlayMemories Mobile” from the following website. (http://www.sony.net/pmm/) Background music preinstalled on this product have officially been contracted between Sony and licensors. Movies containing the said background music are allowed for private use, duplication, distribution, or public transmission only when the said movies are intended for nonprofit purposes and without receiving any kind of consideration from the person to whom the said movies are presented to.

  • Page 76: Live

    Note This setting is only available in some countries and regions. Background music preinstalled on this product have officially been contracted between Sony and licensors. Movies containing the said background music are allowed for private use, duplication, distribution, or public transmission only when the said movies are intended for nonprofit purposes and without receiving any kind of consideration from the person to whom the said movies are presented to.

  • Page 77: Preparing For Live

    “Action Cam Movie Creator.” Download “Action Cam Movie Creator” from the following website. http://www.sony.net/acmc/ Connect the camera to your computer with supplied micro USB cable. Configure the network settings, register an account at a video distribution site and configure the SNS settings on “Camera Settings for Live Streaming”...

  • Page 78: Performing Live

    Hint When is set to ON, the time code and user bit will be embedded to the video streaming. (FDR-X3000) Press the MENU button. Press the UP button or DOWN button to select the (shooting mode) - (Live streaming mode), then press the REC/ENTER button.
  • Page 79 Display during Live Streaming Preparing to connect to the network distribution site 1 There is an audience. The number displayed is viewers. 2 Starts streaming Note There may be time lag of 10 - 20 seconds between the start of Live Streaming on your camera and video streaming on the video streaming site.

  • Page 80: Network Connection

    There are some restrictions for video streaming on Ustream. For details, see the Ustream site. GPS and Wi-Fi functions during Live Streaming The GPS function is disabled automatically during Live Streaming (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300). You cannot monitor images using a smartphone or the Live-View Remote during Live Streaming.
  • Page 81 Google play may not be supported depending on country or region. In this case, search for “PlayMemories Mobile” on the internet then install it. An NFC-enabled smartphone or tablet is required for using One-touch functions (NFC) (FDR-X3000/HDR- AS300). The Wi-Fi and Bluetooth functions described here are not guaranteed to work with all smartphones and tablets.
  • Page 82 [82] Using the camera connected to other devices via Wi-Fi Connecting to your smartphone Using One-touch Functions to Connect to an NFC- enabled Android Smartphone (FDR-X3000/HDR- AS300) Perform preparation for connecting to your smartphone before connecting. Set the camera's Wi-Fi connection setting to ON.
  • Page 83 Touch the (N mark) on the smartphone to the (N mark) on the camera. Cancel the sleep and screen lock function of the smartphone beforehand. Continue touching without moving until PlayMemories Mobile starts (1-2 seconds). Touch the (N Mark) of the smartphone to the (N Mark) of the camera.
  • Page 84 Start PlayMemories Mobile on the smartphone. Select [Scan QR Code of the Camera] on the PlayMemories Mobile. Select [OK] (Select [OK] again when a message is displayed.) Scan the QR Code that is printed on a sticker attached to the rear of the camera's battery cover.
  • Page 85 When [Connect with the camera?] is displayed on the smartphone, select [OK]. Note When Airplane mode is set to ON, the Wi-Fi function is not available. Depending on local electrical interference or the smartphone’s capabilities, the live view images may not be displayed smoothly.
  • Page 86 Start PlayMemories Mobile on the smartphone. Select [Scan QR Code of the Camera] on the PlayMemories Mobile. Select [OK] (Select [OK] again when a message is displayed.) Scan the QR Code that is printed on a sticker attached to the rear of the camera's battery cover.
  • Page 87 According to the instruction on the screen, complete the installation of profile (setting information). On the Home screen, select the [Settings] - [Wi-Fi]. Select the SSID that is printed on a sticker attached to the rear of the camera's battery cover.
  • Page 88 Return to the Home screen, then start PlayMemories Mobile. Note When Airplane mode is set to ON, the Wi-Fi function is not available. Depending on local electrical interference or the smartphone’s capabilities, the live view images may not be displayed smoothly. When operating multiple cameras with a connected device, you cannot set the Wi-Fi on a smartphone via QR Code.
  • Page 89 Press the UP button or DOWN button to select (Camera Settings) - (Wi-Fi connection setting) - , then press the REC/ENTER button. Select the shooting mode ( Start PlayMemories Mobile on the smartphone. Select the SSID that is printed on a sticker attached to the rear of the camera's battery cover.
  • Page 90 Note When Airplane mode is set to ON, the Wi-Fi function is not available. Depending on local electrical interference or the smartphone’s capabilities, the live view images may not be displayed smoothly. [86] Using the camera connected to other devices via Wi-Fi Connecting to your smartphone Connecting to a smartphone using ID/password (iPhone/iPad)
  • Page 91 Select the SSID that is printed on a sticker attached to the rear of the camera's battery cover. Enter the password printed on the sticker attached to the rear of the camera's battery cover (only for the first time). Confirm that the SSID that is printed on a sticker attached to the rear of the camera’s battery cover is connected.
  • Page 92 This section explains how to connect to Live-View Remote “RM-LVR3”. If you are using other Live- View Remote, see Help Guide of the relevant remote control. Turn on the Live-View Remote. For details, refer to “Connecting the remote control to a single camera via Wi-Fi” in the Help Guide of the Live-View Remote (RM-LVR3). http://rd1.sony.net/help/cam/1650/h_zz/...
  • Page 93 View Remote, see Help Guide of the relevant remote control. Turn on the Live-View Remote. For details, refer to “Connecting the remote control to multiple cameras via Wi-Fi” in the Help Guide of the Live-View Remote (RM-LVR3). http://rd1.sony.net/help/cam/1650/h_zz/ Set the camera.
  • Page 94 For details, refer to “Connecting this product to one camera with Multi Camera Control (Single Connection)” in the Help Guide of the Handycam. Example: Help Guide of FDR-AX40/AX53/AX55/AXP55 http://rd1.sony.net/help/cam/1630/h_zz/ Set the connection mode of the camera. Press the MENU button, then press the UP button or DOWN button to select...
  • Page 95 For details, refer to “Connecting this product to more than one camera with Multi Camera Control (Multi Connection)” in the Help Guide of the Handycam. Example: Help Guide of FDR-AX40/AX53/AX55/AXP55 http://rd1.sony.net/help/cam/1630/h_zz/ Set the connection mode of the camera. When you connect the camera to Handycam for the first time...
  • Page 96 Useful functions of Action Cam Movie Creator Importing movies and still images Editing movies (for FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300 movies, tracking information and movement speed are displayed) Useful functions of PlayMemories Home Playing back movies and still images...
  • Page 97 Note When you import movies to your computer, use Action Cam Movie Creator. If you import using another method, GPS information is not imported from FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300. Use the micro USB cable (supplied) when connecting the camera to your computer. [92] Editing images imported to your computer...
  • Page 98 You can also add effects such as multi-view and variable speed playback, you can also create a time- lapse movie. For the latest information details about the functions of Action Cam App, see the website below. http://www.sony.net/acap/ [94] Editing images imported to your smartphone/tablet Using the Action Cam App Installing Action Cam App Install Action Cam App compatible to your smartphone/tablet.

  • Page 99: Recording Time

    Estimated duration of recording and playback for supplied battery pack Approximate time available when you use a fully charged battery pack. Recording time FDR-X3000 Image quality: 4K 30p Continuous recording time: 50 minutes (60 minutes) Typical recording time: 40 minutes (45 minutes)
  • Page 100 The recording time may be longer when you set the Wi-Fi or GPS setting to OFF. GPS is only for FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300 Shooting 4K movies and connecting to the Wi-Fi network requires a lot of electric power, so continuous movie shooting may cause overheating of the camera. To protect the camera, the power turns off automatically when overheating occurs.
  • Page 101 [96] Information Recordable time Estimated recording time of movies XAVC S 4K (FDR-X3000) Bit rate Memory card Average recording time 64 GB 75 minutes 100 Mbps 128 GB 155 minutes 64 GB 125 minutes 60 Mbps 128 GB 255 minutes...
  • Page 102 64 GB 320 minutes 128 GB 640 minutes 8 GB 60 minutes 16 GB 120 minutes 32 GB 250 minutes 64 GB 505 minutes 128 GB 1015 minutes 8 GB 155 minutes 16 GB 320 minutes 32 GB 655 minutes 64 GB 1320 minutes 128 GB...
  • Page 103 320 minutes 128 GB 640 minutes A frame rate will be changed according to NTSC/PAL switching. When using a Sony memory card. Note The recordable time may vary depending on the recording conditions, subjects, and the image quality setting. Continuous movie shooting time is approximately 13 hours.
  • Page 104 When using 32GB memory card: 10000 images When using 64GB memory card: 20000 images When using 128GB memory card: 40000 images Number of pixels: 12.0M (Still images) When using 8GB memory card: 1250 images When using 16GB memory card: 2500 images When using 32GB memory card: 5000 images When using 64GB memory card: 9900 images When using 128GB memory card: 20000 images...
  • Page 105 Battery pack performance decreases in low temperature surroundings (less than 10°C (50°F)). So in cold places, the operational time of the battery pack is shorter. We recommend the following to ensure longer battery pack use: Put the battery pack in a pocket close to your body to warm it up, and insert it in the camera immediately before you start shooting.
  • Page 106 OFF automatically (Bluetooth is still connected) to reduce battery consumption. [104] Information Using the camera abroad On TV color systems (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) To view images shot by the camera on a TV, you need a TV (or monitor) with an HDMI jack and a micro HDMI cable (sold separately).
  • Page 107 [106] Information Using the camera abroad Countries and regions where PAL TV is used Australia, Austria, Argentina, Belgium, Bulgaria, Brazil, China, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, French Guiana, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, Monaco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Paraguay, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Singapore, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Uruguay, Vietnam etc.
  • Page 108 New Delhi Almaty +06:00 Dhaka Yangon +06:30 Bangkok +07:00 Jakarta Hong Kong Singapore +08:00 Beijing Tokyo +09:00 Seoul Adelaide +09:30 Darwin Melbourne +10:00 Sydney New Caledonia +11:00 Fiji +12:00 Wellington Midway -11:00 Hawaii -10:00 Alaska -09:00 San Francisco -08:00 Tijuana Denver -07:00 Arizona...
  • Page 109 -03:00 Montevideo Fernando de Noronha -02:00 Azores -01:00 Cape Verde Is. [108] Information Precautions Do not use/store the camera in the following places In an extremely hot, cold or humid place In places such as in a car parked under the sun, the camera body may become deformed and this may cause a malfunction.
  • Page 110 In hot or humid locations When the lens is exposed to salty air such as at the seaside. Store in a well-ventilated location subject to little dirt or dust. To prevent mold, periodically clean the lens as described above. [111] Information Precautions On cleaning Clean the camera surface with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water, then wipe the surface with a...
  • Page 111 Remove the bag when the air temperature inside the plastic bag has reached the ambient temperature (after about 1 hour). [114] Information Precautions Notes on optional accessories Genuine Sony accessories may not be available in some countries/regions. [115] Information Precautions On using the camera in close proximity to vibrating motors and engines (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) Distortion in image quality or out-of-focus may occur when used in close proximity to vibrating motors and engines.
  • Page 112 GPS information. [119] Information Precautions On GPS use restriction (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300)

  • Page 113: Specifications

    Use GPS in accordance with the situation and regulations of the countries/regions where you use the camera. [120] Information Specifications FDR-X3000 [System] Video signal: UHDTV HDTV NTSC color, EIA standards PAL color, CCIR standards Image sensor: 1/2.5 type (7.20 mm) Exmor R CMOS sensor Pixel Gross: Approx.
  • Page 114 Still images: JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver. 2.3, MPF Baseline) compliant Recording media: When recording MP4 movies: Memory Stick Micro (Mark2) media microSD/SDHC/SDXC card (Class4 or faster) When recording XAVC S (50 Mbps/60 Mbps) movies: microSDHC/SDXC card (Class10 or faster) When recording XAVC S (100 Mbps) movies: microSDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I U3 or faster) [Input and Output connectors]...
  • Page 115 Mass (when shooting): Approx. 114 g (4.1 oz) (including NP-BX1 (supplied), excluding the supplied Underwater Housing) Microphone: Stereo Speaker: Monaural Splashproof performance is based on standard testing by Sony. [Wireless LAN] Corresponding standard: IEEE 802.11b/g/n Frequency: 2.4 GHz Supported security protocols: WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK...
  • Page 116 Focal distance: f = 2.6 mm Focal length (35mm equivalent): f = 17 mm (Angle setting is “ : wide”), f = 23 mm (Angle setting is “ : medium”), f = 32 mm (Angle setting is “ : narrow”) (SteadyShot is set to OFF) Camera: Exposure control: Automatic exposure...
  • Page 117 Mass (when shooting): Approx. 109 g (3.9 oz) (including NP-BX1 (supplied), excluding the supplied Underwater Housing) Microphone: Stereo Speaker: Monaural Splashproof performance is based on standard testing by Sony. [Wireless LAN] Corresponding standard: IEEE 802.11b/g/n Frequency: 2.4 GHz Supported security protocols: WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK...
  • Page 118 Pixel Gross: Approx. 16.8 megapixels Effective pixels (movie): Approx. 11.1 megapixels (16:9) (SteadyShot is OFF and Angle setting is “ : wide”) Effective pixels (still): Approx. 11.1 megapixels (16:9) (Angle setting is “ : wide”) Still image max pixels: Approx. 11.9 megapixels (16:9) (Angle setting is “ : wide”) Time-lapse capture mode pixels: Approx.
  • Page 119 Charging time: Via a computer NP-BX1 (supplied): Approx. 4 h 25 min. Power supply method: USB power supply (1.5 A or more is recommended) Power consumption: Approx. 1.6 W (when the image quality is “MP4 HQ 1920 × 1080 30p”) Battery: Rechargeable battery pack: NP-BX1 (supplied) Maximum output voltage: DC 4.2 V...
  • Page 120 Mass: Approx. 81 g (2.8 oz) (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300), Approx. 82 g (2.9 oz) (HDR-AS50, 81 g (2.8 oz.) when adaptor is not attached) Pressure-resistance: Shooting underwater at a depth of 60 m (197 feet) for 30 continuous minutes is possible. When the camera is inserted.
  • Page 121 The default setting of every setting item is as follows. Image quality setting Movie format is MP4: Movie format is HD: Movie format is 4K: (FDR-X3000) Movie format: Time-lapse capture image size: Loop recording time: Still image mode switching: Still image shooting interval:...
  • Page 122 Wi-Fi connection setting: Wi-Fi Hi power setting: Bluetooth setting: Bluetooth remote controller power setting: GPS log : (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) Time code/user bit (FDR-X3000) (Display): (Display format): (Time code count up format): (Time code setting): (User bit recording time setting): IR remote :...
  • Page 123 If you have not used the camera for a prolonged period, the efficiency of the battery will be improved by repeatedly charging and discharging it. When usable battery life becomes half the usual time, even after charging the battery pack fully, the battery pack may need to be replaced. Consult your nearest Sony dealer.
  • Page 124 [128] Troubleshooting Battery pack and power Cannot charge the camera. Turn off the camera and make the USB connection. Disconnect the micro USB cable (supplied), and then reconnect it. Use the micro USB cable (supplied). Charge the battery pack in an ambient temperature of 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F). Turn on the computer and connect the camera.
  • Page 125 Viewing images Cannot playback images. The folder/file name of the camera has been changed by connecting to your computer. Connect a micro HDMI cable (sold separately). (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) [134] Troubleshooting Viewing images The image does not appear on the TV. (FDR- X3000/HDR-AS300) Check whether the connection is correct.
  • Page 126 [137] Troubleshooting It takes time to triangulate although the GPS assist data is taken in. (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) Date & time setting is not set, or set time is shifted greatly. Set the date and time correctly. The term of validity of GPS assist data has expired. Update GPS assist data.
  • Page 127 [140] Troubleshooting Computers Cannot import images. Connect the camera and your computer correctly making a USB connection. [141] Troubleshooting Computers Action Cam Movie Creator cannot be installed. Check the computer environment or installation procedure required to install Action Cam Movie Creator.
  • Page 128 [145] Troubleshooting Others The lens gets fogged. Moisture condensation has occurred. Turn off the camera and wait about an hour for the moisture to evaporate. [146] Troubleshooting Others The camera becomes warm when you use it for a long time. This is normal.
  • Page 129 The memory card does not support XAVC S 100 Mbps movie recording. Use an microSDHC/SDXC memory card of Class10 or faster when shooting in XAVC S format. 06-04 (FDR-X3000) The memory card does not support XAVC S 100 Mbps movie recording.
  • Page 130 08-06 Access point has been found but is not connected. Check the password of the access point and connect again. 08-07 Access point cannot be found. Confirm the setting of the access point using “Camera Settings for Live Streaming” of the Action Cam Movie Creator’s camera settings. 08-08 Set the date and time again on your camera.
  • Page 131 There is no memory card inserted. The memory card is not inserted properly. The memory card is damaged. (FDR-X3000/HDR-AS300) The camera is not connected to a TV when playback is started. Twitter post error has occurred. Check the network or log in to Twitter again.

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