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010COV.book Page 1 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\010COV.fm master: Right Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Instruction Manual E-mount 4-437-011-11(1) Preparing the camera Mastering the basic operation Using the recording functions Using the playback functions Checking the functions available Importing images to the computer Adding functions to the camera Connecting the camera to a network Others NEX-6 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 2 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\020REG.fm master: Left English Owners Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. NEX-6 Serial No. ______________________________ Model No. AC-UB10/AC-UB10B/AC-UB10C/AC-UB10D Serial No. ______________________________ WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
-SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS DANGER
-TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS If the shape of the plug does not fit the power outlet, use an attachment plug adaptor of the proper configuration for the power outlet. CAUTION
[ Battery pack If the battery pack is mishandled, the battery pack can burst, cause a fire or even chemical burns. Observe the following cautions. Do not disassemble. Do not crush and do not expose the battery pack to any shock or force such as hammering, dropping or stepping on it. Do not short circuit and do not allow metal objects to come into contact with the battery terminals. Do not expose to high temperature above 60C (140F) such as in direct sunlight or in a car parked in the sun. GB 2 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 3 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\020REG.fm master: Right Do not incinerate or dispose of in fire. Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries. Be sure to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that can charge the battery pack. Keep the battery pack out of the reach of small children. Keep the battery pack dry. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by Sony. Dispose of used battery packs promptly as described in the instructions. CAUTION Observe the following cautions, as there may be a risk of heat generation, fire or explosion.
* Lithium-ion battery is built into the product. Charge the product by the designated charging method. Do not place the product in or near fire, or put the product in a microwave. Do not leave the product in a car in hot weather. Do not store or use the product in a hot and humid place such as in a sauna bath. Do not disassemble, crush or pierce the product. Do not expose the product to excessive shock such as dropping from a high place. Do not expose the product to high temperatures above 60C (140F). Keep the product dry. Dispose of the product appropriately. Charge the product by the designated charging method in the instruction manual.
[ AC Adaptor Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately if any malfunction occurs while using your camcorder. The power cord (mains lead), if supplied, is designed specifically for use with this camera only, and should not be used with other electrical equipment. GB 3 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 4 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\020REG.fm master: Left For Customers in the U.S.A. and Canada
[ RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable. You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you. For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-822-8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium-Ion batteries.
[ Battery pack and lens (If lens supplied) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65 and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that are deemed to comply without testing of specific absorption ration (SAR). For Customers in the U.S.A. UL is an internationally recognized safety organization. The UL Mark on the product means it has been UL Listed. If you have any questions about this product, you may call:
Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) The number below is for the FCC related matters only. GB 4 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 5 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\020REG.fm master: Right
[ Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: NEX-6 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address:
Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
[ CAUTION You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
[ Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. The supplied interface cable must be used with the equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules. GB 5 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 6 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\020REG.fm master: Left For Customers in Canada This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful communication. For Customers in Europe
[ Notice for the customers in the countries applying EU Directives The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents. Hereby, Sony Corporation, declares that this NEX-6 Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Directive 1999/5/EC. For details, please access the following URL:
http://www.compliance.sony.de/
This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits set out in the R&TTE Directive for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet).
[ Attention The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound of this unit.
[ Notice If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart the application or disconnect and connect the communication cable (USB, etc.) again. GB 6 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 7 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\020REG.fm master: Right
[ Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
[ Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the battery or on the packaging indicates that the battery provided with this product shall not be treated as household waste. On certain batteries this symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. The chemical symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead (Pb) are added if the battery contains more than 0.0005% mercury or 0.004% lead. By ensuring these batteries are disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of the battery. The recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources. In case of products that for safety, performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified service staff only. To ensure that the battery will be treated properly, hand over the product at end-of-life to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. For all other batteries, please view the section on how to remove the battery from the product safely. Hand the battery over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of waste batteries. For more detailed information about recycling of this product or battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. Notice for customers in the United Kingdom A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience. Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced, a fuse of the same rating as the supplied one and approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362, (i.e., marked with an mark) must be used. If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station. or GB 7 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 8 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\020REG.fm master: Left For Customers in Italy Use of the RLAN network is governed: - with respect to private use, by the Legislative Decree of 1.8.2003, no. 259 (Code of Electronic Communications). In particular Article 104 indicates when the prior obtainment of a general authorization is required and Art. 105 indicates when free use is permitted; - with respect to the supply to the public of the RLAN access to telecom networks and services, by the Ministerial Decree 28.5.2003, as amended, and Art. 25 (general authorization for electronic communications networks and services) of the Code of electronic communications. For Customers in Norway Use of this radio equipment is not allowed in the geographical area with in a radius of 20 km from the centre of Ny-Alesund, Svalbard. For Customers in xxxx
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[ Note All Wireless function designated for the NEX-6 Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera are applicable in Australia, New Zealand, Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Singapore, India, the United Arab Emirates and the Philippines. GB 8 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 9 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\010COVTOC.fm master: Right Table of contents Preparing the camera Checking the supplied items ............................................11 Identifying parts ................................................................12 Charging the battery pack ................................................16 Attaching/removing the lens .............................................21 Inserting a memory card (sold separately) .......................23 Adjusting the viewfinder (diopter adjustment) ..................25 Attaching/removing the eyepiece cup ..............................25 Setting the date and time ..................................................26 Mastering the basic operation Shooting still images .........................................................28 Recording movies .............................................................29 Playing back images ........................................................30 Deleting images ................................................................32 Operating the camera .......................................................33 Using the guide function of the camera ...........................35 Using the recording functions Zooming............................................................................ 36 Setting the function using [Photo Creativity]..................... 37 Adjusting the brightness of still images (Exposure compensation) .................................................................. 40 Using the self-timer........................................................... 40 Shooting still images continuously.................................... 41 Changing the screen display (DISP) ................................ 42 Shooting with various shooting modes ............................. 43 Selecting the flash mode .................................................. 48 Setting using the Fn (Function) button.............................. 49 Fixing the exposure using the AEL button........................ 50 Selecting the image size/record setting ........................... 51 Using the playback functions Displaying the image list................................................... 52 GB 9 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 10 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\010COVTOC.fm master: Left Viewing images on a TV ................................................... 53 Checking the functions available Menu list ........................................................................... 54 Functions available for each shooting mode ................... 63 Flash modes available...................................................... 64 Importing images to the computer Installing the software....................................................... 65 What you can do with the supplied software ................... 67 Adding functions to the camera Adding functions to the camera ....................................... 69 Connecting the camera to a network Transferring images to a Smartphone.............................. 71 Connecting to a network .................................................. 72 Saving images to a computer .......................................... 73 Viewing images on a TV ................................................... 74 Others Checking the number of recordable images ................... 75 List of icons on the LCD screen ....................................... 78 Learning more about the camera ( Handbook) ............. 82 Troubleshooting................................................................ 83 Precautions....................................................................... 88 Specifications ................................................................... 93 Index................................................................................. 98 This manual covers several models supplied with different lenses. The model name varies depending on the supplied lens. The available model varies depending on the countries/regions. Model name NEX-6 NEX-6L NEX-6Y GB 10 Lens Not supplied E16 50 mm E55 210 mm and E16 50 mm NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 11 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\030PRE.fm master: Right_2 column Preparing the camera Checking the supplied items First check the model name of your camera (page 10). The accessories supplied differ depending on the model. The number in parentheses indicates the quantity. x Common in all models Camera (1) Power cord (mains lead) (1)* (not supplied in the U.S.A. and Canada) Eyepiece cup (1) Accessory shoe cap (1) (Attached on the camera) CD-ROM (1)
* Multiple power cords may be supplied with your camera. Use the appropriate one that matches your country/region. Rechargeable battery pack NP-FW50 (1) Micro USB cable (1) AC adaptor AC-UB10/UB10B/
UB10C/UB10D (1) Shoulder strap (1) Application Software for camera Handbook Instruction Manual (This manual)
(1) x NEX-6 Body cap (1) (attached to the camera) x NEX-6L E16 50 mm zoom lens (1)/Front lens cap (1) (attached to the camera) x NEX-6Y E16 50 mm zoom lens (1)/Front lens cap (1) (attached to the camera) E55 210 mm zoom lens (1)/Front lens cap (1)/Rear lens cap (1)/Lens hood (1) P r e p a r i n g t h e c a m e r a GB 11 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 12 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\030PRE.fm master: Left_2 column Identifying parts See the pages in parentheses for details on operation for the parts. When the lens is removed A Flash (48) B Shutter button (29) C Hook for shoulder strap Attach the shoulder strap to prevent damage caused by dropping the camera. P r e p a r i n g t h e c a m e r a GB 12 D Fn (Function) button (49) E Remote sensor F ON/OFF (Power) switch (26) G AF illuminator/Self-timer lamp/
Smile Shutter lamp H Multi interface shoe1) 2) I Microphone3) J Lens (21) K Lens release button (22) L Mount M Image sensor4) N Lens contacts4) 1) For details on compatible accessories of the Multi Interface Shoe, visit the Sony web site in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Accessories for the Accessory Shoe can be attched. Operations with other manufactures accessories are not guaranteed. 2) Accessories for the Auto-lock Accessory Shoe can also be attached using the Shoe Adaptor (sold separately). 3) Do not cover this part during movie recording. 4) Do not touch this part directly. NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 13 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\030PRE.fm master: Right_2 column A Image sensor position mark B Viewfinder (25) C Eyepiece cup (25) Not attached to the camera at the factory. D Eye sensor E Wi-Fi sensor (built-in) F Charge lamp G Micro USB terminal H HDMI terminal (53) I LCD screen You can adjust the LCD screen to an easily viewable angle and shoot with a free position. J (Flash pop-up) button (48) K (Playback) button (30) L Mode dial (43) M Control dial (34) N MOVIE button (29) O AEL button (50) P Soft key A (34) Q Control wheel (33) R Soft key C (34) S Soft key B (34) T Diopter-adjustment dial (25) P r e p a r i n g t h e c a m e r a GB 13 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 14 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\030PRE.fm master: Left_2 column F Tripod socket hall Use a tripod with a screw length of less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). You will be unable to firmly secure the camera to tripods using screws longer than 5.5 mm
(7/32 inch), and may damage the camera. G Speaker x Lens See page 95 on the specifications of the lenses. E PZ 16 50 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS (supplied with NEX-6L/NEX-6Y) A Battery/memory card cover (16, 23) B Access lamp (24) C Memory card insertion slot (23) D Battery compartment (16) E Connection plate cover Use this when using an AC-PW20 AC Adaptor (sold separately). Insert the connection plate into the battery compartment, and then pass the cord through the connection plate cover as shown below. A Zooming/Focusing ring B Zooming lever C Mounting index D Lens contacts1) 1) Do not touch this part directly. Make sure that the cord is not pinched when you close the cover. P r e p a r i n g t h e c a m e r a GB 14 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 15 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\030PRE.fm master: Right_2 column E55 210 mm F4.5-6.3 OSS
(supplied with NEX-6Y) A Focusing ring B Zooming ring C Focal-length scale D Focal-length index E Lens contacts1) F Mounting index 1) Do not touch this part directly. P r e p a r i n g t h e c a m e r a GB 15 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 16 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\030PRE.fm master: Left Charging the battery pack When using the camera for the first time, be sure to charge the NP-FW50 InfoLITHIUM battery pack (supplied). The InfoLITHIUM battery pack can be charged even when it has not been fully depleted. The battery pack can also be used when it has not been fully charged. The charged battery pack is discharged little by little, even when you do not use it. To avoid missing an opportunity to shoot, charge the battery pack again before you shoot. 1 Set the power switch to OFF. 2 Open the cover by sliding the lever. 3 Insert the battery pack completely, using the tip of the battery to press the lock lever. Lock lever NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) P r e p a r i n g t h e c a m e r a GB 16 010COV.book Page 17 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\030PRE.fm master: Right 4 Close the cover. 5 Connect the camera to the AC Adaptor (supplied), using the micro USB cable (supplied). Connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket). P r e p a r i n g t h e c a m e r a Charge lamp Lit: Charging Off: Charging finished Flashing: Charging error or charging temporarily stopped because the temperature is outside the recommended range. Power cord
(Mains lead) The charge lamp lights orange, and charging starts. Set the power switch to OFF while charging the battery. If the power switch is set to ON, the camera cannot charge the battery. When the charge lamp flashes, remove and re-insert the battery pack. GB 17 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 18 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\030PRE.fm master: Left Notes If the charge lamp on the camera flashes when the AC Adaptor is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket), this indicates that charging is temporarily stopped because the temperature is outside the recommended range. When the temperature gets back within the appropriate range, the charging resumes. We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10 C and 30 C
(50 F and 86 F). The charge lamp may flash quickly when the battery pack is used for the first time, or the battery pack has not been used for a long time. In such cases, remove the battery pack and re-insert it, and then charge the battery pack. Do not try to charge the battery pack again right after it has been charged, or when it has not been used after being charged. Doing so will affect the performance of the battery pack. When charging is finished, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket). Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs, micro USB cable (supplied) and AC Adaptor (supplied). x Charging time The charging time is approximately 280 min. using the AC Adaptor
(supplied). Notes The above charging time applies when charging a fully depleted battery pack at a temperature of 25 C (77 F). Charging may take longer depending on conditions of use and circumstances. P r e p a r i n g t h e c a m e r a GB 18 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 19 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\030PRE.fm master: Right x Charging by connecting to a computer The battery pack can be charged by connecting the camera to a computer using a micro USB cable. P r e p a r i n g t h e c a m e r a Notes Note the following points when charging via a computer:
If the camera is connected to a laptop computer that is not connected to a power source, the laptop battery level decreases. Do not leave the camera connected to a computer for an extended period of time. Do not turn on/off or restart the computer, or wake the computer to resume from sleep mode when a USB connection has been established between the computer and the camera. The camera may cause a malfunction. Before turning on/off, or restarting the computer or waking the computer from sleep mode, disconnect the camera from the computer. We do not guarantee operation with all computers. No guarantees are made for charging using a custom-built computer, a modified computer, or charging via a USB hub. You may not be able to operate the camera properly, depending on the types of USB devices you are using at the same time. z Using your camera abroad Power source You can use your camera and AC Adaptor in any countries/regions where the power supply is within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50 Hz/60 Hz. An electronic voltage transformer is unnecessary and its use may cause a malfunction. GB 19 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 20 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\030PRE.fm master: Left x Checking the remaining battery level Check the level with the following indicators and percent figures displayed on the LCD screen. P r e p a r i n g t h e c a m e r a GB 20 Battery level High Notes Battery exhausted. You cannot shoot any more image. Low The displayed battery power level may not be correct under certain circumstances. z What is an InfoLITHIUM battery pack?
An InfoLITHIUM battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that has functions for exchanging information related to operating conditions with your camera. Using the InfoLITHIUM battery pack, the remaining battery time in percent figures is displayed according to the operating conditions of your camera. x Removing the battery pack Turn off the camera, make sure that the access lamp is not lit, slide the lock lever in the direction of the arrow, and pull out the battery pack. Be careful not to drop the battery pack. Lock lever Access lamp NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 21 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\030PRE.fm master: Right Attaching/removing the lens Set the power switch of the camera to OFF before you attach or remove the lens. 1 If the cap or the packaging lid is attached, remove it from the camera or the lens. Quickly change the lens somewhere away from dusty locations so as to keep dust or debris from getting inside the camera. 2 Mount the lens by aligning the white index marks on the lens and the camera. Hold the cameras face downward to prevent the dust from entering into the camera. 3 While pushing the lens lightly toward the camera, turn the lens clockwise until it clicks into the locked position. Be sure to put the lens on straight. Notes When attaching a lens, do not press the lens release button. Do not use excessive force when attaching a lens. The Mount Adaptor (sold separately) is required to use an A-mount lens (sold separately). For details, refer to the operating manual supplied with the Mount Adaptor. If you attach the lens with the tripod socket, use the tripod socket of the lens to keep the balance. NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) P r e p a r i n g t h e c a m e r a GB 21 010COV.book Page 22 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\030PRE.fm master: Left x Removing the lens 1 Press the lens release button all the way in and turn the lens counterclockwise until it stops. Lens release button Notes If dust or debris gets inside the camera while you are changing the lens and adheres to the surface of the image sensor (the part that converts the light source to a digital signal), it may appear as dark spots on the image, depending on the shooting environment. The camera vibrates slightly when it is turned off, due to the anti-dust function, to prevent dust from adhering to the image sensor. However, attach or remove the lens quickly somewhere away from dusty locations. Do not leave the camera with the lens removed. When you want to use body caps or rear lens caps, please purchase ALC-B1EM
(Body cap) or ALC-R1EM (Rear lens cap) (sold separately). When you use a power zoom lens, set the power switch to OFF and confirm that the lens is completely retracted before switching lenses. If the lens has not retracted, do not press the lens in by force. P r e p a r i n g t h e c a m e r a GB 22 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 23 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\030PRE.fm master: Right Inserting a memory card (sold separately) 1 Open the cover. 2 Insert a memory card. Insert the memory card until it clicks as illustrated. 3 Close the cover. P r e p a r i n g t h e c a m e r a Check on the direction of the notched corner. GB 23 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 24 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\030PRE.fm master: Left x Memory cards that you can use You can use following types of memory cards with this camera. However, proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all types of the memory cards. Usable memory card Memory Stick PRO Duo media Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo media SD memory card SDHC memory card SDXC memory card Still image Movie
(Mark2) Term in this manual Memory Stick PRO Duo media
(Class 4 or more) SD card
(Class 4 or more)
(Class 4 or more) You cannot use MultiMediaCard. Notes Images recorded on an SDXC memory card cannot be imported to or played on computers or AV devices that are not compatible with exFAT. Make sure that the device is compatible with exFAT before connecting it to the camera. If you connect your camera to an incompatible device, you may be prompted to format the card. Never format the card in response to this prompt, as doing so will erase all data on the card. (exFAT is the file system used on SDXC memory cards.) x Removing the memory card Open the cover, make sure that the access lamp is not lit, and push the memory card once. Access lamp Notes When the access lamp is lit, do not remove the memory card or the battery pack, or turn off the power. The data may be corrupted. P r e p a r i n g t h e c a m e r a GB 24 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 25 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\030PRE.fm master: Right Adjusting the viewfinder (diopter adjustment) Adjust the viewfinder so that you can see the screen displays clearly. 1 Turn the diopter-adjustment dial. P r e p a r i n g t h e c a m e r a Attaching/removing the eyepiece cup It is recommended that you attach the eyepiece cup when you intend to use the viewfinder. 1 Align the top of the eyepiece cup with the viewfinder, and snap it onto the bottom of the viewfinder. To remove the eyepiece cup, push on the sides and pull the eyepiece cup off the viewfinder. Notes Remove the eyepiece cup when you attach an accessory (sold separately) to the multi interface shoe. GB 25 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 26 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\030PRE.fm master: Left Setting the date and time When you turn on the camera for the first time, the screen to set date and time appears. 1 Set the power switch to ON to turn on the camera. The screen to set date and time appears. To turn off the camera, set the power switch to OFF. 2 Press the center of the control wheel. 3 Select your area by pressing the right or left of the control wheel and press the center. P r e p a r i n g t h e c a m e r a GB 26 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 27 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\030PRE.fm master: Right 4 Press the left or right of the control wheel to select each item, and press the top or bottom, or turn it to select the numeric value. Daylight Svg.: Turns on or off the daytime saving time setting. Date Format: Selects the format to display date. Midnight is indicated as 12:00 AM, and noon as 12:00 PM. 5 Repeat step 4 to set other items, and then press the center of the control wheel. Notes You cannot superimpose the date on images on this camera. Using PlayMemories Home stored on the CD-ROM (supplied), you can save or print images with date. Refer to PlayMemories Home Help Guide for more details (page 67). x Resetting the date and time/Checking the current clock setting Select MENU t [Setup] t [Date/Time Setup] (page 60). x Maintaining the date and time setting This camera has an internal rechargeable battery for maintaining the date and time and other settings regardless of whether the power is on or off, or the battery is installed or not. For details, see page 90. P r e p a r i n g t h e c a m e r a GB 27 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 28 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\040BAS.fm master: Left Mastering the basic operation Shooting still images In the allows you to shoot with appropriate settings.
(Intelligent Auto) mode, the camera analyzes the subject, and 1 Set the mode dial to
(Intelligent Auto). 2 Point the camera to the subject. When the camera recognizes the scene, the Scene Recognition icon and guide appear on the LCD screen:
(Night Scene),
(Tripod Night Scene),
(Night Portrait),
(Backlight),
(Backlight Portrait),
(Portrait),
(Landscape),
(Spotlight),
(Macro),
(Low Brightness), or
(Baby). 3 Adjust the zoom scale. Lens with zooming lever: Slide the zooming lever. Lens with zooming ring: Rotate the zooming ring. Optical zooming is not available with a fixed focus lens. When using a power zoom lens, operate the optical zoom of the lens and then the camera shifts automatically to the zoom feature of the camera (page 36). M a s t e r i n g t h e b a s c i o p e r a t i o n GB 28 Scene Recognition icon and guide Zooming ring Zooming lever NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 29 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\040BAS.fm master: Right 4 Press the shutter button halfway down to focus. When the focus is confirmed, beeps sound and z lights up. Focus indicator 5 Press the shutter button fully down. When the camera detects and shoots a face with [Auto Port. Framing] set to [Auto], the captured image is automatically trimmed into a suitable composition. Both the original and the trimmed images are saved. Recording movies 1 Point the camera to the subject. 2 Press the MOVIE button to start recording. Focus and brightness are adjusted automatically. If you press the shutter button halfway down during recording, you will be able to focus more quickly. MOVIE button 3 Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording. M a s t e r i n g t h e b a s c i o p e r a t i o n GB 29 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 30 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\040BAS.fm master: Left Notes The sound of the camera and the lens in operation might be recorded while recording a movie. You can disable the sound recording by selecting MENU t
[Setup] t [Movie Audio Rec] t [Off] (page 60). The continuous recording time of a movie depends on the ambient temperature or the condition of the camera. When you are recording continuously for a long time, you may feel that the camera is warm. This is normal. Also, Internal temp. high. Allow it to cool. may appear. In such cases, turn the camera off and wait until the camera is ready to shoot again. Playing back images M a s t e r i n g t h e b a s c i o p e r a t i o n GB 30 1 Press the
(Playback) button. The last recorded image is displayed on the LCD screen. Press the center of the control wheel to enlarge the displayed image. x Selecting the image Turn the control wheel.
(Playback) button NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 31 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\040BAS.fm master: Right x Playing back movies 1 Select MENU t [Playback]
t [Still/Movie Select] t
[Folder View(MP4)] or
[AVCHD View]. To return to still image playback, select [Folder View(Still)]. 2 Turn the control wheel to select the desired movie, and press the center. During movie playback Control wheel operation Pause/resume Fast-forward Fast-rewind Press the center. Press the right, or turn the control wheel clockwise. Press the left, or turn the control wheel counterclockwise. Forward slow playback Turn clockwise during pause. Reverse slow playback*
Turn counterclockwise during pause. Adjust sound volume Press the bottom t top/bottom.
* The movie is played back frame-by-frame. M a s t e r i n g t h e b a s c i o p e r a t i o n GB 31 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 32 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\040BAS.fm master: Left Deleting images You can delete the image that is currently displayed. 1 Press
(Delete). M a s t e r i n g t h e b a s c i o p e r a t i o n GB 32 2 Press the center of the control wheel. Select to quit the operation. z Deleting several images Select MENU t [Playback] t [Delete] to select and delete several images at the same time. NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 33 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\040BAS.fm master: Right Operating the camera The control wheel, control dial and soft keys allow you to use various functions of the camera.
(ISO) functions are assigned to the control wheel. When x Control wheel When shooting, DISP (Display Contents),
(Drive Mode) and playing back, DISP (Display Contents) and assigned to the control wheel. When you turn or press the top/bottom/right/left parts of the control wheel following the on-screen display, you can select setting items. Your selection is determined when you press the center of the control wheel.
(Image Index) functions are
(Exposure Comp.), The arrow means you can turn the control wheel. When options are displayed on the screen, you can browse through them by turning or pressing the top/
bottom/left/right parts of the control wheel. Press the center to make your choice. The application downloading function may not be available in some countries/
regions. NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) M a s t e r i n g t h e b a s c i o p e r a t i o n GB 33 010COV.book Page 34 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\040BAS.fm master: Left x Control dial You can set the aperture value and shutter speed, etc. by turning the control dial. The setting value assigned to the control dial changes for each shooting mode. M a s t e r i n g t h e b a s c i o p e r a t i o n GB 34 Control dial Aperture value and shutter speed, etc. x Soft keys The soft keys have different roles, depending on the context. The assigned role (function) of each soft key is shown on the screen. To use the function shown at the upper right corner of the screen, press soft key A. To use the function shown at the lower right corner of the screen, press soft key B. To use the function shown at the center, press the center of the control wheel (soft key C). In this manual, the soft keys are indicated by the icon or the function shown on the screen. A C B In this case, soft key A works as the MENU
(Menu) button, and soft key B as the
(View on Smartphone) button. NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 35 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\040BAS.fm master: Right Using the guide function of the camera The camera provides various Help Guides which explain the functions, and Shooting tips which introduce tips for better shooting. Use these guides to make better use of the camera. x Help Guides The camera displays the Help Guides to explain the selected function, when you change the setting, etc. You can hide the Help Guides by selecting MENU t [Setup] t [Help Guide Display] t [Off]. x Shooting tips You can display shooting tips for better shooting from [Table of contents] by selecting MENU t [Camera] t [Shooting Tip List]. You can also assign [Shoot. Tips] to the AEL button or soft key B. M a s t e r i n g t h e b a s c i o p e r a t i o n GB 35 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 36 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\050REC.fm master: Left Using the recording functions Zooming With the [Zoom] feature of the camera, you can increase the magnification to a scale greater than that of the optical zoom scale of the lens. When using a power zoom lens, operate the optical zoom of the lens and then camera shifts automatically to the [Zoom] feature of the camera. When using a lens which is not equipped with a power zoom, follow the instruction below after magnifying by using the optical zoom. 1 Select MENU t [Camera] t
[Zoom] t desired value. z The [Zoom] features available with this camera The [Zoom] feature of the camera provides higher magnification by combining various zoom features. The icon displayed on the LCD screen changes as follows, according to the selected zoom feature. Zoom scale (low) Zoom scale (high) 1 : The [Zoom] feature of the camera is not used. (1.0 is indicated.) 2 Smart Zoom: You can magnify images by trimming them partially.
(Available only when [Image Size] is set to [M] or [S].) 3 Clear Image Zoom: You can magnify images using high-resolution image processing. 4 Digital Zoom: You can magnify images using image processing.
(The default setting is [Off].) GB 36 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 37 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\050REC.fm master: Right Setting the function using [Photo Creativity]
You can operate the camera intuitively using [Photo Creativity], since the
[Photo Creativity] screen is designed for more intuitive operations than a normal screen. You can shoot a subject with easy operations and obtain creative photos easily. 1 Set the mode dial to
(Intelligent Auto) or
(Superior Auto). 2 Press the bottom of the control wheel. The [Photo Creativity] screen appears. U s n g i t h e r e c o r d n g i 3 Select the item you want to adjust by pressing the right/left of the control wheel.
(Bkground Defocus): Adjusts the blurring of the background.
(Brightness): Adjusts the brightness.
(Color): Adjusts the color.
(Vividness): Adjusts the vividness.
(Picture Effect): Selects the desired effect filter for shooting. 4 Select the desired setting by turning the control wheel. Repeat Steps 2 4 to combine the various functions. Notes
[Photo Creativity] is only available when an E-mount lens is mounted. NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) f u n c t i o n s GB 37 010COV.book Page 38 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\050REC.fm master: Left
[Photo Creativity] is only available when [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto] is selected. x Defocusing the background easily (Background
(Bkground Defocus) (page 37). Defocus Control) 1 Select 2 Defocus the background by turning the control wheel.
: You can focus on both the subject and the background.
: You can defocus the background. Select AUTO to restore the original status. You can record a movie with a value adjusted with the defocusing effect. Notes The defocusing effect may not be noticeable, depending on the distance from the subject or the lens used. z Tips for a better result of Background Defocus Move closer to the subject. Lengthen the distance between the subject and the background. GB 38 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 39 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\050REC.fm master: Right
(Picture Effect) (page 37). x Picture Effect 1 Select 2 Select the desired effect by turning the control wheel.
(Toy Camera): Creates the look of a Toy Camera photo with
(Off): Disables the Picture Effect function. shaded corners and pronounced colors.
(Pop Color): Creates a vivid look by emphasizing color tones.
(Posterization: Color): Creates a high contrast, abstract look by heavily emphasizing primary colors.
(Posterization: B/W): Creates a high contrast, abstract look in black and white.
(Retro Photo): Creates the look of an aged photo with sepia color tones and faded contrast.
(Soft High-key): Creates an image with the indicated atmosphere:
bright, transparent, ethereal, tender, soft.
(Partial Color): Creates an image which retains the specified color, but converts others to black and white.
(High Contrast Mono.): Creates an image with high contrast in black and white. You can use more picture effects. Select MENU t [Brightness/Color]
t [Picture Effect]. U s n g i t h e r e c o r d n g i f u n c t i o n s GB 39 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 40 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\050REC.fm master: Left Adjusting the brightness of still images
(Exposure compensation) You can adjust the exposure in 1/3 EV steps in a range of 3.0 EV to +3.0 EV. 1 Press
(Exposure Comp.) on the control wheel. 2 Turn the control wheel or the control dial to select the desired value, and press the center. When the image is too bright, set [Exposure Comp.] toward . When the image is too dark, set [Exposure Comp.] toward +. Using the self-timer 1 Press the control wheel.
(Drive Mode) on 2 Turn the control wheel to select
(Self-timer). GB 40 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 41 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\050REC.fm master: Right 3 Press OPTION, and then turn the control wheel to select
(Self-timer: 10 Sec): Sets the 10-second delay self-timer. Use this the desired mode and press the center. when you want to include yourself in the picture. When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes and beeps until the shutter operates.
(Self-timer: 2 Sec): Sets the 2-second delay self-timer. You can prevent blur caused by camera-shake that occurs when the shutter button is pressed. To cancel the timer, press
(Drive Mode) again. z Shooting continuously using the self-timer Select continuous recording after 10 seconds.
(Self-timer(Cont)) from
(Drive Mode). The camera starts Shooting still images continuously The camera records images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter button. 1 Press the control wheel.
(Drive Mode) on U s n g i t h e r e c o r d n g i f u n c t i o n s 2 Turn the control wheel to select press the center.
(Cont. Shooting), and z Shooting continuously at a higher speed Select continuously at higher speed (max. 10 images per second). The exposure of the first shot are used for the following shots.
(Spd Priority Cont.) from
(Drive Mode) to shoot GB 41 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 42 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\050REC.fm master: Left Changing the screen display (DISP) 1 Press DISP (Display Contents) on the control wheel. 2 Press DISP repeatedly to select the desired mode. During shooting Graphic Display: Shows basic shooting information. Graphically shows the shutter speed and aperture value, except for when [Shoot Mode] is set to [Sweep Panorama]. Display All Info.: Shows recording information. Big Font Size Disp.: Shows only major items in a larger size. No Disp. Info.: Does not show recording information. Level: Displays an indicator guide showing the angle of inclination of the camera to the front, back, left or right side. Histogram: Displays the luminance distribution graphically. For viewfinder: Shows only shooting information on the screen (no image). Select this mode when you shoot using a viewfinder. Press the Fn
(Function) button and select the function for which you want to change the setting. The setting screen for the selected function opens. (Quick Navi) During playback Display Info.: Shows recording information. Histogram: Displays the luminance distribution graphically, in addition to recording information. No Disp. Info.: Does not show recording information. GB 42 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 43 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\050REC.fm master: Right Shooting with various shooting modes 1 Select the shooting mode by turning the mode dial.
(Intelligent Auto): The camera evaluates the subject and makes the proper settings. SCN (Scene Selection):
Shoots with preset settings according to the subject or condition.
(Sweep Panorama): Shoots with panoramic size. M (Manual Exposure): Adjusts the aperture and shutter speed. S (Shutter Priority): Adjusts the shutter speed to express the movement of the subject. A (Aperture Priority): Adjusts the range in focus, or defocuses the background. P (Program Auto): Automatic shooting that allows you to customize settings, except for the exposure (shutter speed and aperture).
(Superior Auto): Shoots images with a wider range of shooting functions than those of Intelligent Auto shooting. Recognizes and evaluates the shooting conditions automatically, performs Auto HDR, and chooses the best image. U s n g i t h e r e c o r d n g i f u n c t i o n s GB 43 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 44 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\050REC.fm master: Left x Scene Selection 1 Select SCN (Scene Selection) (page 43). 2 Turn the control wheel to select the desired mode, and press the center. You can select another Scene Selection mode by turning the control dial.
(Portrait): Blurs away backgrounds and sharpens the subject. Accentuate skin tones softly.
(Landscape): Shoots the entire range of scenery in sharp focus with vivid colors.
(Macro): Shoots close-ups of the subjects such as flowers, insects, food, or small items.
(Sports Action): Shoots a moving subject at a fast shutter speed so that the subject looks as if it is standing still. The camera shoots images continuously while the shutter button is pressed.
(Sunset): Shoots the red of the sunset beautifully.
(Night Portrait): Shoots portraits in night scenes. Pop up the flash to use this mode.
(Night Scene): Shoots night scenes without losing the dark atmosphere.
(Hand-held Twilight): Shoots night scenes with less noise and blur without using a tripod. A burst of shots are taken, and image processing is applied to reduce subject blur, camera-shake, and noise.
(Anti Motion Blur): Allows you to shoot indoor shots without using the flash and reduces subject blur. The camera shoots burst images and combines them to create the image, reducing subject blur and noise. GB 44 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 45 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\050REC.fm master: Right x Sweep Panorama While you pan the camera, the camera shoots several images and composes them into one panoramic image. 1 Set the shooting mode to
(page 43).
(Sweep Panorama) 2 Select the shooting direction by turning the control dial. 3 Point the camera at the subject for which you want to set the brightness and focus, and then press the shutter button halfway down. This part will not be taken. 4 Keep the shutter button pressed halfway down and point the camera at the edge of the subject, and then press the shutter button fully down. 5 Pan the camera to the end, following the guidance on the LCD screen. Guidance bar Notes The camera shoots continuously during [Sweep Panorama] recording, and the shutter continues to click until shooting is finished. U s n g i t h e r e c o r d n g i f u n c t i o n s GB 45 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 46 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\050REC.fm master: Left z Playing back scrolling panoramic images You can scroll panoramic images from the beginning to the end by pressing the center of the control wheel while panoramic images are being displayed. Press the center of the control wheel again to pause. Panoramic images shot with other cameras may not be displayed or scrolled correctly. This indicator shows the displayed area of the whole panoramic image. x Shutter Priority You can express the movement of a moving subject in various ways by adjusting the shutter speed, for example, at the instant of the movement with high speed shutter, or as a trailing image with low speed shutter. 1 Select S (Shutter Priority) (page 43). 2 Turn the control dial to select the desired value. z Shutter speed When a faster shutter speed is used, a moving subject such as a running person, cars, and sea spray appears as if they are stopped. When a slower shutter speed is used, a trailing image of the movement of the subject is captured to make more natural and dynamic image. GB 46 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 47 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\050REC.fm master: Right x Aperture Priority You can adjust the range in focus, or defocuses the background. 1 Select A (Aperture Priority) (page 43). 2 Turn the control dial to select the desired value. You can record a movie with a value adjusted with [Aperture Priority]. x Program Auto/Superior Auto In [Superior Auto] mode, the camera shoots with higher quality than
[Intelligent Auto] mode and perform composite shooting as necessary. In [Program Auto] mode, you can shoot after adjusting various functions, such as white balance, ISO, etc. 1 Select
(page 43).
(Program Auto) or
(Superior Auto) 2 Press the shutter button. Shooting mode Your purpose
(Intelligent Auto) Select this mode to easily recognize the scene and shoot continuous images. Select this mode to shoot with various functions other than the exposure (shutter speed and aperture) adjusted. Select this mode to shoot scenes under difficult circumstances, such as when you have dark scenes, or back-lit subjects. Select this mode to shoot a higher quality image than that offered by [Intelligent Auto].
(Program Auto)
(Superior Auto) Notes In [Superior Auto] mode, the recording process takes longer, since the camera must make a composite image. U s n g i t h e r e c o r d n g i f u n c t i o n s GB 47 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 48 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\050REC.fm master: Left Selecting the flash mode 1 When you want to fire the flash, press the
(flash pop-
up) button to pop up the flash. When you do not intend to use the flash, push it back in place with your finger. 2 Select MENU t [Camera] t
[Flash Mode].
(flash pop-up) button 3 Turn the control wheel to select the desired mode, and press the center.
(Flash Off): Does not fire even if the flash is raised.
(Autoflash): Fires in dark environments or when shooting towards bright light.
(Fill-flash): Fires every time you trigger the shutter.
(Slow Sync.): Fires every time you trigger the shutter. Slow sync shooting allows you to shoot a clear image of both the subject and the background.
(Rear Sync.): Fires right before the exposure is completed every time you trigger the shutter. A trailing image of the movement of the subject is captured to make more natural image.
(Wireless): This mode is effective when you attach a remote control-
compatible external flash (sold separately) to the camera, and shoot with a wireless flash (sold separately), placed away from the camera. The selectable items of the flash mode depends on the shooting mode
(page 64). Notes You cannot select [Fill-flash] with [Intelligent Auto], [Superior Auto]. When the camera is charging the flash, blinks on the LCD screen. You cannot press the shutter button when this icon is blinking. GB 48 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 49 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\050REC.fm master: Right The flash range The range of the flash depends on the ISO sensitivity and aperture value. F2.8 F3.5 F5.6 ISO200 ISO3200 xx m xx m
(xx feet xx feet) xx m xx m
(xx feet xx feet) xx m xx m
(xx feet xx feet) xx m xx m
(xx feet xx feet) xx m xx m
(xx feet xx feet) xx m xx m
(xx feet xx feet) Setting using the Fn (Function) button 1 Press the Fn (Function) button. Fn (Function) button 2 Select a desired function by pressing the right/left side of the control wheel. 3 Turn the control wheel to select the desired settings. z How to assign other functions to the Fn (Function) button The following functions are assigned to the Fn (Function) button by the default settings.
(AF/MF Select)/
(Autofocus Mode)/
(Autofocus Area)/
(White Balance)/
(Metering Mode)/
(Picture Effect) You can change the functions assigned to the Fn (Function) button by selecting MENU t [Setup] t [Function Settings]. U s n g i t h e r e c o r d n g i f u n c t i o n s GB 49 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 50 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\050REC.fm master: Left Fixing the exposure using the AEL button 1 Focus on the spot for which you want to set the exposure. 2 Press the AEL button. The exposure value is fixed and the
(AE lock) lights up. AEL button 3 Focus on your subject and shoot. z How to keep the AE locked after you have released the AEL button Select MENU t [Setup] t [Custom Key Settings] t [Func. of AEL button]
t [AEL toggle]. GB 50 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 51 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\050REC.fm master: Right Selecting the image size/record setting The image size determines the size of the image file that is recorded when you take an image. The larger the image size, the more detail will be reproduced when the image is printed on large format paper. The smaller the image size, the more images can be recorded. In the case of movies, the larger the bit-rate, the higher the image quality. 1 Select MENU t [Image Size] t [Image Size]. For movie recording, select MENU t [Image Size] t
[Record Setting]. 2 Select the desired mode. Movie
[File Format]:
[AVCHD]
Bit-rate Recording Records high image quality movies of 1920 1080 (60i/50i). Records standard image quality movies of 1920 1080 (60i/50i). Records highest image quality movies of 1920 1080 (60p/50p). Records high image quality moves of 1920 1080 (24p/25p). This produces a cinema-
like atmosphere. Records standard image quality movies of 1920 1080 (24p/25p). This produces a cinema-like atmosphere. Recording Records movies of 14401080. Records movies of VGA size. 60i 24M(FX)*
50i 24M(FX)**
60i 17M(FH)*
50i 17M(FH)**
60p 28M(PS)*
50p 28M(PS)**
24p 24M(FX)*
25p 24M(FX)**
Maximum 24 Mbps Average 17 Mbps Average 28 Mbps Average 24 Mbps 24p 17M(FH)*
25p 17M(FH)**
Maximum 17 Mbps
[File Format]: [MP4] Bit-rate Average 12 Mbps Average 3 Mbps 14401080 12M VGA 3M
* 1080 60i-compatible device
** 1080 50i-compatible device Notes U s n g i t h e r e c o r d n g i f u n c t i o n s When you print still images recorded with 16:9 aspect ratio, and panoramic images, both edges may be cut off. GB 51 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 52 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\060PLY.fm master: Left Using the playback functions Displaying the image list 1 Press the
(Playback) button to enter playback mode.
(Playback) button 2 Press
(Image Index) on the control wheel. Six images are displayed at a time. 3 Turn the control wheel to select an image. To return to the single-image screen, select the desired image, and press the center. z Displaying a desired folder To select a desired folder, select the bar on the left of the image index screen, and then press the top/bottom parts of the control wheel. You can switch between still image playback and movie playback by pressing the center of the control wheel. GB 52 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 53 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\060PLY.fm master: Right Viewing images on a TV To view images on the camera using a TV, an HDMI cable (sold separately) and an HD TV equipped with an HDMI connector are required. 1 Connect the camera to the TV with an HDMI cable (sold separately). To the HDMI connector HDMI cable To the HDMI terminal Notes Use an HDMI mini connector on one end (for the camera), and a plug suitable for connecting your TV on the other end. z Using your camera abroad To view movies shot using this camera on a TV, the camera and TV must use the same color television system. U s n g i t h e l p a y b a c k f u n c t i o n s GB 53 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 54 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\070CHK.fm master: Left Checking the functions available Menu list When you press MENU, the menu items; [Camera], [Image Size], [Brightness/
Color], [Playback], [Application]* and [Setup] appear on the screen. You can set various functions in each item. Items that cannot be set in the context are displayed in gray.
* The application downloading function may not be available in some countries/
regions. x Camera Allows you to set shooting functions, such as continuous shooting, self-timer, and flash. Drive Mode Flash Mode AF/MF Select Autofocus Area Autofocus Mode Object Tracking Zoom Face Detection GB 54 Selects the drive mode, such as continuous shooting, self-timer, or bracket shooting.
(Single Shooting/Cont. Shooting/Spd Priority Cont./
Self-timer/Self-timer(Cont)/ Bracket: Cont./Remote Cdr.) Selects the method used to fire the flash.
(Flash Off/Autoflash/Fill-flash/Slow Sync./Rear Sync./Wireless) Selects auto focusing or manual focusing.
(Autofocus/DMF/Manual Focus) Selects the area to be focused on.
(Multi/Center/Flexible Spot) Selects the autofocus method.
(Single-shot AF/Continuous AF) Keeps the focus on a subject while tracking it. Sets the zoom scale of the [Zoom] feature of the camera. Detects peoples faces automatically, and adjusts focus and exposure to suit the faces.
(On (Regist. Faces)/On/Off) NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 55 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\070CHK.fm master: Right Face Registration Smile Shutter Auto Port. Framing Soft Skin Effect Shooting Tip List LCD Display (DISP) Finder Display(DISP) DISP Button(Monitor) Registers or changes the person to be given priority in the focus.
(New Registration/Order Exchanging/Delete/Delete All) Each time the camera detects a smile, the camera releases the shutter automatically.
(Off/On) Analyzes the scene when capturing a face and saves another image with a more impressive composition.
(Off/Auto) Shoots the skin smoothly in the Face Detection function.
(On/Off) Allows you to access all shooting tips. Switches the information to be displayed on the shooting screen on the LCD screen.
(Graphic Display/Display All Info./Big Font Size Disp./No Disp. Info./Level/Histogram/For viewfinder) Switches the information to be displayed on the shooting screen on the viewfinder.
(Disp. Basic Info/Level/Histogram) Sets the screen display modes to be displayed on the LCD screen by pressing the DISP button.
(Graphic Display/Display All Info./Big Font Size Disp./No Disp. Info./Level/Histogram/For viewfinder) x Image Size Allows you to set the image size and aspect ratio, etc. Still Image Size Aspect Ratio Quality Selects the image size.
(3:2: L: 16M/ M: 8.4M/ S: 4.0M)
(16:9: L: 14M/ M: 7.1M/ S: 3.4M) Selects the aspect ratio.
(3:2/16:9) Selects the compression format.
(RAW/RAW & JPEG/Fine/Standard) C h e c k n g i t h e f u n c t i o n s a v a i l a b e l GB 55 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 56 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\070CHK.fm master: Left Panorama Image Size Panorama Direction Movie File Format Record Setting Selects the image size.
(Standard/Wide) Selects the direction to pan the camera when shooting panoramic images.
(Right/Left/Up/Down) Selects AVCHD or MP4. Selects the image size, frame rate, and image quality of movies.
(AVCHD: 60i/50i 24M (FX) / 60i/50i 17M (FH) /
60p/50p 28M (PS) / 24p/25p 24M (FX) / 24p/25p 17M (FH))
(MP4: 14401080 12M/VGA 3M) x Brightness/Color Allows you to make brightness settings such as metering mode, and color settings such as white balance. Exposure Comp. ISO White Balance Metering Mode Flash Comp. DRO/Auto HDR Compensates for the brightness of the entire image.
(3.0EV to +3.0EV) Sets the ISO sensitivity.
(ISO AUTO/100 - 51200) Adjusts the color tones according to the ambient light conditions.
(Auto WB/Daylight/Shade/Cloudy/Incandescent/
Fluor.: Warm White/Fluor.: Cool White/Fluor.: Day White/Fluor.: Daylight/Flash/C.Temp./Filter/Custom/
Custom Setup) Selects the method used for measuring the brightness.
(Multi/Center/Spot) Adjusts the amount of flash light.
(2.0EV to +2.0EV) Corrects the brightness or contrast automatically.
(Off/D-Range Opt./Auto HDR) GB 56 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 57 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\070CHK.fm master: Right Picture Effect Creative Style Shoots with the desired effects to express a unique atmosphere.
(Off/Toy Camera/Pop Color/Posterization/Retro Photo/Soft High-key/Partial Color/High Contrast Mono./Soft Focus/HDR Painting/Rich-tone Mono./
Miniature) Selects the image processing method.
(Standard/Vivid/Portrait/Landscape/Sunset/Black &
White) x Playback Allows you to set playback functions. Delete Still/Movie Select Slide Show View on Smartphone Send to Computer View on TV Specify Printing Image Index Enlarge Image Rotate Protect Volume Settings Deletes images.
(Multiple Img./All in Folder/All AVCHD view files) Allows you to determine how to group the playback images (View mode).
(Folder View(Still)/Folder View(MP4)/AVCHD View) Plays back images automatically.
(Repeat/Interval/Image Type) Transfers the images to a smartphone and displays them.
(This Image/All Images on This Date/All Images in The Device) Transfers the images to a computer that is connected to the network for backup. Transfers the images to a TV that is connected to the network for viewing. Selects the images to print, or makes printing settings.
(DPOF Setup/Date Imprint) Selects the number of images to be displayed on the index screen.
(6 Images/12 Images) Enlarges the image. Rotates images. Protects images, or cancels the protection.
(Multiple Img./Cancel All Images/Cancel All Movies(MP4)/Cancel All AVCHD view files) Sets the sound volume of movies. NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) C h e c k n g i t h e f u n c t i o n s a v a i l a b e l GB 57 010COV.book Page 58 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\070CHK.fm master: Left Display Contents Switches the information to be displayed on the playback screen.
(Display Info./Histogram/No Disp. Info.) x Application You can add the desired functions to your camera by connecting to the application downloading website PlayMemories Camera Apps via internet. x Setup Allows you to make more detailed shooting settings, or change the camera settings. Shooting Settings AEL w/ shutter AF Illuminator Phase Detection AF Red Eye Reduction FINDER/LCD Setting Live View Display Auto Review Grid Line Peaking Level GB 58 Sets whether or not to fix the exposure when you press the shutter button halfway down.
(On/Off) Sets the AF illuminator to assist auto-focusing in dim places.
(Auto/Off) Sets whether or not to use [Phase Detection AF].
(Auto (Display On)/Auto (Display Off)/Off) Provides pre-flash before shooting when using the flash, to prevent eyes from being shot in red.
(On/Off) Sets how to switch between an Electronic Viewfinder and the LCD screen.
(Auto/Viewfinder/LCD Monitor) Allows you to choose whether or not to show the value of exposure compensation, etc. on the screen display.
(Setting Effect ON/Setting Effect OFF) Sets the display time of the image right after shooting.
(10 Sec/5 Sec/2 Sec/Off) Turns on the grid line that helps you to adjust the composition of images.
(Rule of 3rds Grid/Square Grid/Diag. + Square Grid/
Off) Enhances the outline of in-focus ranges with a specific color.
(High/Mid/Low/Off) NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 59 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\070CHK.fm master: Right Peaking Color Clear Image Zoom Digital Zoom S. Auto Image Extract. MF Assist MF Assist Time Color Space SteadyShot Release w/o Lens Eye-Start AF Front Curtain Shutter Long Exposure NR High ISO NR Lens Comp.: Shading Sets the color used for the peaking function.
(White/Red/Yellow) Zooms an image with higher quality than Digital Zoom.
(On/Off) Zooms an image with higher magnification than Clear Image Zoom. This feature can be also available in movie recording.
(On/Off) Sets whether or not to save all the images that were shot continuously in Superior Auto mode.
(Auto/Off) Displays an enlarged image when focusing manually.
(On/Off) Sets the length of time the image will be shown in an enlarged form.
(No Limit/5 Sec/2 Sec) Changes the range of color reproduction.
(sRGB/AdobeRGB) Sets camera-shake compensation.
(On/Off) Sets whether or not to release the shutter when there is no lens.
(Enable/Disable) Sets whether or not to use autofocus when you look through an Electronic Viewfinder with the LA-EA2 Mount Adaptor attached (sold separately).
(On/Off) Sets whether or not to use the electronic front curtain shutter function.
(On/Off) Sets the noise reduction processing for long exposure shootings.
(On/Off) Sets the noise reduction processing for high ISO sensitivity shootings.
(Normal/Low) Compensates for the shaded corners of the screen.
(Auto/Off) NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) C h e c k n g i t h e f u n c t i o n s a v a i l a b e l GB 59 010COV.book Page 60 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\070CHK.fm master: Left Lens Comp.: Chro. Aber. Reduces the color deviation at the corners of the screen.
(Auto/Off) Lens Comp.: Distortion Compensates for distortion on the screen. Face Priority Tracking Auto Slow Shutter Movie Audio Rec Wind Noise Reduct. AF Micro Adj. Main Settings Menu start
(Auto/Off) Sets whether to preferentially-track a certain face or not when the camera detects that face during object tracking.
(On/Off) Sets whether or not to adjust the shutter speed automatically when recording movies if the subject is dark.
(On/Off) Sets whether or not to record sound when recording a movie.
(On/Off) Reduces wind noise during movie recording.
(On/Off) Finely adjusts the autofocused position, when using the LA-EA2 Mount Adaptor (sold separately).
(AF Adjustment Setting/amount/Clear) Selects a first-displayed menu from the top menu or the last menu screen.
(Top/Previous) Function Menu Settings Assigns functions to the Fn (Function) button. MOVIE Button Sets whether or not to activate the MOVIE button.
(On/Off) Assigns functions to the various keys.
(Func. of AEL button/Soft key B Setting) Selects the sound produced when you operate the camera.
(On/Off) Selects the language used on the screen. Sets the date and time. Selects the area where you are using the camera. Turns the Help Guide on or off.
(On/Off) Custom Key Settings Beep Language Date/Time Setup Area Setting Help Guide Display GB 60 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 61 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\070CHK.fm master: Right Power Save Power Saving Start Time LCD Brightness Viewfinder Bright. Display Color Wide Image Playback Display HDMI Resolution CTRL FOR HDMI USB Connection Cleaning Mode Version Demo Mode Initialize Memory Card Tool Format File Number Folder Name Sets the level of the power saving feature.
(Max/Standard) Sets the time to turn the camera to the power save mode.
(30 Min/5 Min/1 Min/20 Sec/10 Sec) Sets the brightness of the LCD screen.
(Manual/Sunny Weather) Sets the brightness of an Electronic Viewfinder.
(Auto/Manual) Selects the color of the LCD screen.
(Black/White/Blue/Pink) Selects a method to display wide images.
(Full Screen/Normal) Selects the method used to play back portrait images.
(Auto Rotate/Manual Rotate) Set resolution when connected to HDMI TV.
(Auto/1080p/1080i) Sets whether or not to operate the camera with a BRAVIA Sync-compliant TVs Remote Control.
(On/Off) Selects the appropriate USB connection method for each computer or USB device connected to the camera.
(Auto/Mass Storage/MTP) Allows you to clean the image sensor. Displays the version of the camera and the lens. Sets whether or not to display the demonstration with movies.
(On/Off) Resets the camera to the default settings.
(Reset Default/Factory Reset) C h e c k n g i t h e f u n c t i o n s a v a i l a b e l Formats the memory card. Selects the method to use to assign file numbers to still images and MP4 movies.
(Series/Reset) Selects the folder name format in which the still image is stored.
(Standard Form/Date Form) GB 61 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 62 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\070CHK.fm master: Left Select Shoot. Folder New Folder Recover Image DB Display Card Space Eye-Fi Setup*
Upload Settings Network Settings WPS Push Selects the recording folder to which still images and MP4 movies are recorded. Creates a new folder to which still images and MP4 movies are recorded. Repairs the image database file when inconsistencies are found. Displays the remaining recording time of movies and the recordable number of still images on the memory card. Sets whether to use the upload function of the camera with an Eye-Fi card.
(On/Off) You can register the access point to the camera easily by pushing the WPS button. You can register your access point manually. You can change the device name under Wi-Fi Direct. Displays the MAC address of the camera. Resets the connecting information for [View on Smartphone]. Access Point Settings Edit Device Name Disp MAC Address Reset View on Smartphone Reset Network Settings Resets all the network settings to default settings.
* This setting appears when an Eye-Fi card is inserted in the camera. Do not use an Eye-Fi card inserted in the camera on an airplane. If an Eye-Fi card is inserted in the camera, set [Upload Settings] to [Off]. Eye-Fi cards can be used only in the countries/regions where they were purchased. Use Eye-Fi cards in accordance with the law of the countries/regions where you purchased the card. GB 62 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 63 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\070CHK.fm master: Right Functions available for each shooting mode The functions you can use depend on the selected shooting mode. In the table below, function is not available. The functions you cannot use are displayed in gray on the screen. indicates the function is available, and a indicates the Shoot Mode Exposure Comp. Self-timer Cont. Shooting Face Detection Picture Effect
(Intelligent Auto) SCN (Scene Selection)
(Sweep Panorama) M (Manual Exposure) S (Shutter Priority) A (Aperture Priority) P (Program Auto)
(Superior Auto) Notes The functions available may be limited also by conditions other than the shooting mode. C h e c k n g i t h e f u n c t i o n s a v a i l a b e l GB 63 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 64 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\070CHK.fm master: Left Flash modes available The flash modes you can select depend on the shooting mode and functions selected. In the table below, function is not available. The flash modes you cannot select are displayed in gray on the screen. indicates the function is available, and a indicates the Shoot Mode Flash Off Autoflash Fill-flash Slow Sync. Rear Sync. Wireless
(Intelligent Auto) SCN
(Scene Selection)
(Sweep Panorama) M (Manual Exposure) S (Shutter Priority) A (Aperture Priority) P (Program Auto)
(Superior Auto)
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* The camera emits flash light in slow synchro mode if the flash is necessary.
** [Wireless] setting is invalid for the internal flash of the camera. Notes The flash modes may be limited also by conditions other than the shooting mode. Even if you select a workable flash mode, the flash does not fire unless it is raised. GB 64 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 65 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\080SOF.fm master: Right Importing images to the computer Installing the software To utilize images recorded with the camera, the following software is provided with CD-ROM (supplied):
Image Data Converter You can open RAW format image files. PlayMemories Home (Windows only) You can import still images or movies recorded with the camera to your computer so that you can view them, and use various convenient features to enhance the images you have shot. Notes Log on as Administrator. Use Image Data Converter to play back RAW images. If PMB (Picture Motion Browser) supplied with a camera that was purchased before 2011 has already been installed on the computer, PMB will be overwritten by PlayMemories Home, and you may be unable to use some functions of PMB that were previously available. PlayMemories Home is not compatible with Mac computers. When you play back images on Mac computers, use the appropriate application software supplied with the Mac computer. x Windows The following computer environment is recommended when using the supplied software and importing images via a USB connection. OS (pre-installed) Microsoft Windows XP* SP3/Windows Vista** SP2/
PlayMemories Home Image Data Converter Ver.4 Windows 7 SP1 CPU: Intel Pentium III 800 MHz or faster For playing/editing the High Definition movies: Intel Core Duo 1.66 GHz or faster/Intel Core 2 Duo 1.66 GHz or faster (Intel Core 2 Duo 2.26 GHz or faster (AVC HD (FX/
FH)), Intel Core 2 Duo 2.40 GHz or faster (AVC HD PS)) Memory: Windows XP 512 MB or more (1 GB or more is recommended), Windows Vista/Windows 7 1 GB or more Hard Disk: Disk space required for installation approximately 500 MB Display: Screen resolution1024 768 dots or more CPU/Memory: Pentium 4 or faster/1 GB or more Display: 1024 768 dots or more I m p o r t i n g i m a g e s t o t h e c o m p u e r t
* 64-bit editions and Starter (Edition) are not supported. Windows Image Mastering API (IMAPI) Ver. 2.0 or later is required to use the function for creating discs.
** Starter (Edition) is not supported. GB 65 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 66 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\080SOF.fm master: Left 1 Turn on your computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive. The installation menu screen appears. If the installation menu does not appear, double-click [Computer] (For Windows XP: [My Computer]) t
(PMHOME) t [Install.exe]. If the AutoPlay screen appears, select Run Install.exe and follow the instructions that appear on the screen to proceed with the installation. 2 Connect the camera to the computer. 3 Click [Install]. Make sure that both Image Data Converter and PlayMemories Home are checked and follow the instructions on the screen. When the restarting confirmation message appears, restart the computer following the instructions on the screen. DirectX may be installed depending on the system environment of your computer. 4 Remove the CD-ROM after the installation is complete. The following software is installed and shortcut icons appear on the desktop. Image Data Converter PlayMemories Home PlayMemories Home Help Guide x Mac The following computer environment is recommended when using the supplied software and importing images via a USB connection. OS (pre-installed) Image Data Converter Ver.4 USB Connection: Mac OS X v10.3 to v10.7 Image Data Converter: Mac OS X v10.5/v10.6
(Snow Leopard)/v10.7 (Lion) CPU: Intel processors, such as Intel Core Solo/Core Duo/
Core 2 Duo Memory: 1 GB or more is recommended. Display: 1024 768 dots or more GB 66 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 67 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\080SOF.fm master: Right 1 Turn on your Mac computer, and insert the CD-ROM
(supplied) into the CD-ROM drive. 2 Double-click the CD-ROM icon. 3 Copy the [IDC_INST.pkg] file in the [MAC] folder to the hard disk icon. 4 Double-click the [IDC_INST.pkg] file in the destination folder. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation. What you can do with the supplied software x PlayMemories Home With PlayMemories Home, you can do the following:
You can import images shot with the camera to your computer and display them on the computer. You can trim and resize images. You can organize images on the computer on a calendar by shooting date to view them. You can retouch (Red Eye Correction, etc.), print, send still images as e-mail attachments and change the shooting date. You can print or save still images with the date. You can create a Blu-ray Disc, AVCHD disc or DVD disc from AVCHD movies imported to a computer. (An internet connection environment is required when a Blu-ray Disc/DVD disc is created for the first time.) For details on PlayMemories Home, refer to PlayMemories Home Help Guide.
(PlayMemories Home Help Guide) on the Double-click the shortcut of desktop, or click [Start] t [All Programs] t [PlayMemories Home] t
[PlayMemories Home Help Guide]. PlayMemories Home support page (English only) http://www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/
I m p o r t i n g i m a g e s t o t h e c o m p u e r t GB 67 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 68 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\080SOF.fm master: Left Notes PlayMemories Home is not compatible with Mac computers. When you play back images on Mac computers, use the appropriate application software supplied with the Mac computer. Movies recorded with the [60p 28M(PS)/50p 28M(PS)] [60i 24M(FX)/50i 24M(FX)]/[24p 24M(FX)/25p 24M(FX)] setting in [Record Setting] are converted by PlayMemories Home in order to create an AVCHD recording disc. This conversion can take a long time. Also, you cannot create a disc in the original image quality. If you want to keep the original image quality, store your movies on a Blu-ray Disc. x Image Data Converter With Image Data Converter, you can do the following:
You can play back and edit images recorded in RAW format with various corrections, such as tone curve and sharpness. You can adjust images with white balance, exposure, and [Creative Style], etc. You can save the images displayed and edited on a computer. You can either save the image as RAW format or save it in the general file format. You can display and compare the RAW images and JPEG images recorded by this camera. You can rank images in 5 grades. You can apply color labels, etc. For details on Image Data Converter, refer to Help. Click [Start] t [All Programs] t [Image Data Converter] t [Help] t
[Image Data Converter Ver.4]. Image Data Converter support page (English only) http://www.sony.co.jp/ids-se/
GB 68 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 69 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\081APP.fm master: Right Adding functions to the camera Adding functions to the camera You can add the desired functions to your camera by connecting to the application downloading website Internet. For example, the following functions are available:
You can control the camera using a Smartphone. You can use various effects for shooting images. You can upload images to network services directly from the camera. Some applications may be fee-based.
(PlayMemories Camera Apps) via the x Starting up downloading services 1 Access the application downloading website. http://www.sony.net/pmca/
Use Internet Explorer 8 or 9 for Windows, and Safari 5.0 or later for Mac. 2 Follow the instructions on the screen and acquire a service account. Follow the instructions on the screen to download the desired application to the camera. Notes The application downloading function may not be available in some countries and regions. For details, refer to the application downloading website above. A d d n g i f u n c t i o n s t o t h e c a m e r a GB 69 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 70 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\081APP.fm master: Left x Downloading the application 1 Access the application downloading website. http://www.sony.net/pmca/
Use Internet Explorer 8 or 9 for Windows, and Safari 5.0 or later for Mac. 2 Select the desired application and download the application to the camera following the instructions on the screen. Connect the computer and the camera using the micro USB Cable
(supplied), following the instructions on the screen. To the USB terminal USB Cable
(supplied) To the USB terminal z How to download applications directly using Wi-Fi function of the camera You can download applications using the Wi-Fi function without connecting to a computer. Select MENU t [Application] t follow the instructions on the screen to download applications. Acquire a service account in advance (page 69).
(PlayMemories Camera Apps), then x Launching the downloaded application 1 Select MENU t [Application] t desired application to launch. GB 70 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 71 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\082NET.fm master: Right Connecting the camera to a network Transferring images to a Smartphone You can transfer still images to a Smartphone and view them. Download the application PlayMemories Mobile to your Smartphone from the application store. 1 Press
(View on Smartphone) and select the desired mode. If another function is assigned to C o n n e c t i n g t h e c a m e r a t o t a n e w o r k soft key B, select MENU t
[Playback] t [View on Smartphone]. This Image: Transfers the most recently shot or played back images to the Smartphone. All Images on This Date:
Transfers all still images in the same date range as the most recently shot or played back image to the Smartphone. All Images in The Device:
Transfers all still images in the camera to the Smartphone. 2 If the camera is ready for the transfer, the information screen appears on the camera. Connect the Smartphone and the camera using that information. For details on operation of the Smartphone, refer to Handbook. GB 71 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 72 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\082NET.fm master: Left Notes Some images may not be displayed on the Smartphone, depending on the recording format. The camera shares the connection information for [View on Smartphone] with a device that has permission to connect. If you want to change the device that is permitted to connect to the camera, reset the connection information by following these steps. MENU t [Setup] t [Reset View on Smartphone]. After resetting the connection information, you must register the Smartphone again. PlayMemories Mobile is not available in some countries/regions. [View on Smartphone] is not available in some countries/regions that is not compatible with PlayMemories Mobile. Connecting to a network You can transfer images on the camera via Wi-Fi network and view them on other devices. The setting procedure differs depending on your LAN router or wireless LAN access point. A computer or TV that is already connected to a network is required at your home, etc. Be sure to set the network connection inside your wireless LAN access point area (the accessible area). Refer to the table below for how to register the access point. Access point How to register Your access point has the WPS button. Use [WPS Push]. Other than above. Use [Access Point Settings]. x WPS Push 1 Select MENU t [Setup] t
[WPS Push]. 2 Press the WPS button on the access point you want to register. The camera starts communicating with the access point. GB 72 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 73 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\082NET.fm master: Right x Access Point Settings 1 Select MENU t [Setup] t
[Access Point Settings]. 2 Select the access point you want to register. If the desired access point is displayed on the screen:
Select the access point. If the desired access point is not displayed on the screen:
Select [Manual Setting] and set the access point following the instructions on the screen. For details, refer to Handbook. Saving images to a computer You can save images on the camera to a computer that is connected to a network. Before saving, install the software PlayMemories Home on your computer, connect the computer and the camera using a USB cable, and register the camera to PlayMemories Home. 1 Select MENU t [Playback]
t [Send to Computer]. Notes Depending on the application settings on your computer, the camera may turn off automatically after the images have been saved. GB 73 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) C o n n e c t i n g t h e c a m e r a t o t a n e w o r k 010COV.book Page 74 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\082NET.fm master: Left Viewing images on a TV You can transfer images on the camera to a network-compatible TV without connecting them using a cable. The transferred images can be played back on the TV. 1 Select MENU t [Playback]
t [View on TV]. 2 Select the device to be connected to the camera. 3 Press the center of the control wheel to play back images as a slideshow. Press the right/left side of the control wheel to move to the next/
previous image. Press OPTION, and then [Device list] to change the device to be connected. GB 74 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 75 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\090OTH.fm master: Right Others Checking the number of recordable images Once you insert a memory card into the camera and set the power switch to ON, the number of images that can be recorded (should you continue to shoot using the current settings) is displayed on the LCD screen. Notes When 0 (the number of recordable images) flashes in yellow, the memory card is full. Replace the memory card with another one, or delete images in the current memory card (page 32). When NO CARD (the number of recordable images) flashes in yellow, it means no memory card has been inserted. Insert a memory card. x Number of still images and time of movies recordable on a memory card Still images The following table shows the approximate number of still images that can be recorded on a memory card formatted with this camera. The values are defined using Sony standard memory cards for testing. The values may vary depending on the shooting conditions. Image size: L 16M Aspect ratio: 3:2*
(Units: images) Capacity Quality Standard Fine RAW & JPEG RAW 2GB 4GB 8GB 16GB 32GB 64GB xx xx xx xx xx xx xx xx xx xx xx xx xx xx xx xx xx xx xx xx xx xx xx xx t O h e r s
* When [Aspect Ratio] is set to [16:9], you can record more images than the numbers shown in the table above (except for [RAW]). GB 75 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 76 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\090OTH.fm master: Left Movies The following table shows the approximate recording times available. These are the total times for all movie files.
(h (hour), m (minute)) Capacity Record Setting 60i 24M(FX) 50i 24M(FX) 60i 17M(FH) 50i 17M(FH) 60p 28M(PS) 50p 28M(PS) 24p 24M(FX) 25p 24M(FX) 24p 17M(FH) 25p 17M(FH) 14401080 12M VGA 3M Notes 2GB 4GB 8GB 16GB 32GB 64GB xx m xx m xx m x h xx m xx h xx m xx m xx m xx h xx h x h xx m xx m xx m xx m xx h xx h x h xx m xx m xx m xx m xx m x h xx m x h xx m xx m xx m xx h xx h x h xx m xx m xx m xx m x h xx m x h xx m x h xx m xx m x h xx m x h xx m x h xx m xx h x h xx m x h xx m The recording time of movies varies because the camera uses VBR (Variable Bit Rate), an encoding method that automatically adjusts image quality according to the shooting situation. When you record a fast-moving subject, the image is clearer but the recording time is shorter because much memory is used. The recording time also vary depending on the shooting condition or your subject or the setting of image quality/size. The duration of time available for movie recording varies with the temperature or condition of the camera before you start recording. If you frequently recompose or shoot still images after the power is turned on, the temperature inside the camera rises and the recording time available will be shorter. If the camera stops movie recording due to the temperature, leave the camera for several minutes with the power turned off. Restart recording after the temperature inside the camera goes down. If you observe the following points, the recording time is longer. Keep the camera out of direct sunlight. Turn the camera off when it is not being used. GB 76 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 77 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\090OTH.fm master: Right The maximum size of a movie file is about 2 GB. When the file size is about 2 GB, the movie recording stops automatically when [File Format] is set to [MP4], and a new movie file is created automatically when [File Format] is set to [AVCHD]. The maximum continuous recording time is 29 minutes. x Number of still images recordable with a single charge of the battery pack The approximate number of images that can be recorded is xx images when you use the camera with the battery pack (supplied) at full capacity. Note that the actual numbers may be less depending on the conditions of use. The number of images is calculated using full charged battery pack under the following conditions:
At an ambient temperature of 25 C (77 F). An E PZ 16-50 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens is attached.
[Quality] is set to [Fine].
[Autofocus Mode] is set to [Single-shot AF]. Shooting once every 30 seconds. The flash strobes once every two times. The power turns on and off once every ten times. Using the battery pack that is charged for an hour after the charge lamp goes out. Using Sony Memory Stick PRO Duo media (sold separately). The measurement method is based on the CIPA standard.
(CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) t O h e r s GB 77 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 78 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\090OTH.fm master: Left_2 column List of icons on the LCD screen Icons are displayed on the screen to indicate the camera status. You can change the screen display using DISP (Display Contents) on the control wheel. Shooting standby A Graphic display Movie recording Playback GB 78 Display P A S M Indication Shoot Mode 100 123Min Scene Selection Scene Recognition icon Memory card/
Upload Number of recordable still images Recordable time of movies Aspect ratio of still images 16M 14M 8.4M 7.1M 4M 3.4M Image size of still images NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 79 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\090OTH.fm master: Right_2 column Indication Display Image quality of still images Recording mode of movies Display RAW RAW+J FINE STD 60i/50i 60i/50i 60p/50p 24p/25p 24p/25p Indication Smart Zoom Clear Image Zoom Digital Zoom View mode Playback folder File number Protect Print order Indication Soft keys 101-0012 B Display C Display Indication Flash Mode/Red Eye Reduction 0.0 Flash compensation Drive Mode t O h e r s Metering Mode GB 79 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 100%
Remaining battery Flash charge in progress AF illuminator Live view Does not record sound during movie recording Wind noise reduction is activated SteadyShot/
SteadyShot warning Control dial Overheating warning Database file full/
Database file error Zoom magnification 010COV.book Page 80 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\090OTH.fm master: Left_2 column Indication Focus mode Display Indication Smile detection sensitivity indicator Focus area mode Face Detection White Balance D Display Indication Level 7500K Display AWB A7 G7 Soft Skin Effect DRO/Auto HDR Auto Port. Framing Creative Style z 1/125 F3.5 0.0 0.0 Phase Detection AF ranging points Focus status Shutter speed Aperture value Metered manual Exposure compensation Smile Shutter ISO400 ISO sensitivity Picture Effect AE lock Shutter speed indicator Aperture indicator Recording time of the movie (m:s) Recorded date/time of the image REC 0:12 2012-1-1 9:30AM GB 80 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 81 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\090OTH.fm master: Right_2 column Display 12/12 Indication Image number/
Number of images in the view mode Appears when HDR did not work on the image. Appears when
[Picture Effect] did not work on the image. Histogram t O h e r s GB 81 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 82 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\090OTH.fm master: Left Learning more about the camera
( Handbook) Handbook, which explains how to use the camera in detail, is included on the CD-ROM (supplied). Refer to Handbook for in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camera. x For Windows users 1 Turn on your computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive. 2 Click [Handbook]. 3 Click [Install]. 4 Start Handbook from the shortcut on the desktop. x For Mac users 1 Turn on your computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive. 2 Select the [Handbook] folder and copy Handbook.pdf stored in the [GB] folder to your computer. 3 After copying is complete, double-click Handbook.pdf. GB 82 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 83 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\090OTH.fm master: Right Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with the camera, try the following solutions. 1 Check the items on pages 83 to 87. Also refer to Handbook (PDF). 2 Remove the battery pack, wait for about one minute, re-
insert the battery pack, and then turn on the power. 3 Reset the settings (page 61). 4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Battery pack and power The battery pack cannot be installed. When you insert the battery pack, use the tip of the battery pack to push the lock lever (page 16). You can use an NP-FW50 battery pack only. Make sure that the battery is NP-FW50. The remaining battery level indicator shows incorrect level or power runs out quickly despite the indicator showing sufficient battery level. This phenomenon occurs when you use the camera in an extremely hot or cold location. The battery pack is discharged. Install a charged battery pack (page 16). The battery pack is dead. Replace the battery pack with a new one. Cannot turn the camera on. Install the battery pack correctly (page 16). The battery pack is discharged. Install a charged battery pack (page 16). The battery pack is dead. Replace the battery pack with a new one. t O h e r s GB 83 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 84 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\090OTH.fm master: Left The power turns off suddenly. When the camera or battery pack is too warm, the camera displays a warning message and turns off automatically to protect the camera. If you do not operate the camera for given period of time, the camera turns to power saving mode. To cancel the power save, operate the camera by means such as pressing the shutter button halfway down. The charge lamp on the camera flashes when charging the battery pack. You can only use an NP-FW50 battery pack. Make sure that the battery is NP-FW50. If you charge a battery pack that has not been used for a long time, the charge lamp may flash. The charge lamp flashes in two ways, fast (about 0.3-second intervals) or slow (about 1.3-second intervals). If the charge lamp is flashing fast, remove the battery pack and reattach the same battery pack securely, or disconnect and reconnect the USB cable. If the charge lamp flashes fast again, it suggests that there is something wrong with the battery pack, AC Adaptor
(supplied), or USB cable. Slow flashing indicates that charging is suspended because the ambient temperature is outside the suitable range for charging the battery pack. Charging will resume and the charge lamp will be lit when the ambient temperature returns to within the suitable temperature. The optimal temperature for charging the battery pack is between 10 C and 30 C (50 F and 86 F). The battery has not been charged even if the charge lamp has turned off. This phenomenon occurs when you use the camera in an extremely hot or cold location. The optimal temperature for charging the battery pack is between 10 C and 30 C (50 F and 86 F). The battery pack is not charged. When the battery pack is not charged (the charge lamp does not light) even if you follow the proper charging procedure, remove the battery pack and re-
insert the same battery pack securely, or disconnect and reconnect the USB cable. GB 84 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 85 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\090OTH.fm master: Right Shooting images Nothing is displayed on the LCD screen when the power is turned on. If you do not operate the camera for given period of time, the camera turns to power saving mode. To cancel the power save, operate the camera, such as pressing the shutter button halfway down. The shutter does not release. You are using a memory card with a write-protect switch, and the switch is set to the LOCK position. Set the switch to the recording position. Check the free capacity of the memory card. You cannot record images while charging the flash. The lens is not attached properly. Attach the lens properly (page 21). Recording takes a long time. The noise reduction function is turned on. This is not a malfunction. You are shooting in the RAW mode. Since the RAW data file is large, the RAW mode shooting may take time. The [Auto HDR] is processing an image. The image is out of focus. The subject is too close. Check the minimum focal distance of the lens. You are shooting in manual focus mode. Set [AF/MF Select] to [Autofocus]. Ambient light is insufficient. The subject may require special focusing. Use the [Flexible Spot] or manual focus function. The flash does not work. Press the You cannot use a flash with the following shooting mode:
(flash pop-up) button to pop up the flash (page 48).
[Bracket: Cont.]
[Sweep Panorama]
[Night Scene], [Hand-held Twilight] and [Anti Motion Blur] in [Scene Selection]
Movie recording Fuzzy white circular spots appear on images shot using the flash. Particles (dust, pollen, etc.) in the air reflected the flash light and appeared on the image. This is not a malfunction. t O h e r s GB 85 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 86 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\090OTH.fm master: Left The flash takes too long to recharge. The flash has been fired in succession in a short period. When the flash has been fired in succession, the recharging process may take longer than usual to avoid overheating of the flash. The image taken with the flash is too dark. If the subject is beyond the flash range (the distance that the flash can reach), the pictures will be dark because the flash light does not reach the subject. If the ISO is changed, the flash range also changes with it (page 49). The date and time are recorded incorrectly. Set the correct date and time (page 26). The area selected with [Area Setting] is different from the actual area. Set the actual area by selecting MENU t [Setup] t [Area Setting]. The aperture value and/or shutter speed flashes. The subject is too bright or too dark, and the cameras available range for the aperture value and/or shutter speed is exceeded. Adjust the setting again. The image is whitish (Flare). Blurring of light appears on the image (Ghosting). The picture was taken under backlit conditions, and excessive light has entered the lens. When using the zoom lens, attach a lens hood. The corners of the picture are too dark. If any filter or hood is used, take it off and try shooting again. Depending on the thickness of the filter and improper attachment of the hood, the filter or the hood may partially appear on the image. The optical properties of some lenses may cause the periphery of the image to appear too dark (insufficient light). You may compensate for this phenomenon with [Lens Comp.:
Shading]. The eyes of the subject come out red. Activate the [Red Eye Reduction] function. Get close to the subject, and shoot the subject within the flash range
(page 49) using the flash. Dots appear and remain on the LCD screen. This is not a malfunction. These dots are not recorded (page 88). GB 86 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 87 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\090OTH.fm master: Right The image is blurred. The picture was taken in a dark location without the flash, resulting in camera-shake. The use of a tripod or the flash is recommended (page 48).
[Hand-held Twilight] and [Anti Motion Blur] in [Scene Selection] (page 44) are also effective in reducing blur. The exposure value is flashing on the LCD screen or the viewfinder. The subject is too bright or too dark for the metering range of the camera. Viewing images Images cannot be played back. 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 recorded using a model other than that of your camera, playback on your camera is not guaranteed. The camera is in USB mode. Disconnect the camera from the computer. Use PlayMemories Home to copy images stored on your computer to your camera to play them back on your camera. t O h e r s GB 87 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 88 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\090OTH.fm master: Left_2 column Precautions On the functions available with the camera Your camera is 1080 60i-
compatible or 1080 50i-
compatible. To check whether the camera is 1080 60i-compatible or 1080 50i-compatible, check for the following marks on the bottom of the camera. 1080 60i-compatible camera: 60i 1080 50i-compatible camera: 50i Your camera is compatible with 1080 60p/50p movies. Unlike existing standard recording modes, which record in an interlacing method, this camera records using a progressive method. This increases the resolution, and provides a smoother, more realistic image. On the LCD screen and lens The LCD screen is manufactured using extremely high-precision technology so over 99.99 % of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue or green in color) that constantly appear on the LCD screen. These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the images in any way. GB 88 Black, white, red, blue and green points Do not hold the camera by the LCD screen. A magnet is attached to the back of the LCD screen. Do not put objects that are affected by magnetic fields, such as a floppy disk or a credit card, between the LCD screen and the camera body. Magnet Images may trail across on the LCD screen in a cold location. This is not a malfunction. When turning on the camera in a cold location, the LCD screen may become temporarily dark. Do not press against the LCD screen. The monitor may be discolored and that may cause a malfunction. Do not expose the camera to direct sunlight. If reflected sunlight is focused on a nearby object, it may cause a fire. When you must place the camera under direct sunlight, attach the front lens cap. NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 89 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\090OTH.fm master: Right_2 column On using the lenses and accessories It is recommended that you use Sony lenses/accessories designed to suit the characteristics of this camera. Using the products of other manufacturers may cause the camera not to operate to its capability, or result in accidents and malfunctions of the camera. On the multi interface shoe Set the power switch of the camera to OFF before you attach or remove an accessory, such as the flash, to the multi interface shoe. When attaching an accessory, plug the accessory into the multi interface shoe to the end and fasten the screw. Make sure that the accessory is attached to the camera securely. Do not use a commercially available flash with high-voltage synchro terminals or with reverse polarity. It may cause a malfunction. Do not use/store the camera in the following places In an extremely hot, dry or humid place In places such as in a car parked in the sun, the camera body may become deformed and this may cause a malfunction. Storing under direct sunlight or near a heater The camera body may become discolored or deformed, and this may cause a malfunction. In a location subject to rocking vibration Near strong magnetic place In sandy or dusty places Be careful not to let sand or dust get into the camera. This may cause the camera to malfunction, and in some cases this malfunction cannot be repaired. On storing Be sure to attach the front lens cap when not using the camera. On the temperature of the camera Your camera and battery may get hot due to continuous use, but it is not a malfunction. On operating temperatures Your camera is designed for use under the temperatures between 0 C and 40 C (32 F and 104 F). Shooting in extremely cold or hot places that exceed this range is not recommended. On moisture condensation If the camera is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, moisture may condense inside or outside the camera. This moisture condensation may cause a malfunction of the camera. How to prevent moisture condensation When bringing the camera from a cold place to a warm place, seal the camera in a plastic bag and allow it to adapt to conditions at the new location over about an hour. t O h e r s GB 89 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 90 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\090OTH.fm master: Left_2 column If moisture condensation occurs Turn off the camera and wait about an hour for the moisture to evaporate. Note that if you attempt to shoot with moisture remaining inside the lens, you will be unable to record clear images. On the internal rechargeable battery This camera has an internal rechargeable battery for maintaining the date and time and other settings regardless of whether the power is on or off, or the battery is installed or not. This rechargeable battery is continually charged as long as you are using the camera. However, if you use the camera for only short periods, it gradually discharges. If you do not use the camera at all for about three months it becomes completely discharged. In this case, be sure to charge this rechargeable battery before using the camera. However, even if this rechargeable battery is not charged, you can still use the camera as long as you do not record the date and time. If the camera resets to the default settings each time you charge the battery, the internal rechargeable battery may be dead. Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Charging method of the internal rechargeable battery Insert a charged battery pack into the camera, or connect the camera to a wall outlet (wall socket) using the AC Adaptor (supplied), and leave the camera for 24 hours or more with the power off. On memory cards Do not attach a label, etc. on a memory card or a card adaptor. This may cause a malfunction. On recording/playback When you use a memory card with this camera for the first time, it is recommended to format the card using the camera for stable performance of the memory card before shooting. Note that formatting permanently erases all data on the memory card, and is unrecoverable. Save precious data on a computer, etc. If you repeatedly record/delete images, fragmentation of data may occur on the memory card. Movies may not be able to be saved or recorded. In such a case, save your images to a computer or other storage location, and then format the memory card. The recorded contents cannot be compensated for even if recording or playback is not possible due to a malfunction of the camera or memory card, etc. GB 90 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 91 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\090OTH.fm master: Right_2 column To avoid the potential risk of data loss, always copy (back up) data to other media. Before you record one-time events, make a trial recording to make sure that the camera is working correctly. This camera is neither dust-proof, nor splash-proof, nor water-proof. Do not aim the camera at the sun or other bright light. It may cause the malfunction of the camera. Do not look at the sun or a strong light through a removed lens. This may cause irrecoverable damage to your eyes. Or it may cause a malfunction of the lens. Do not use the camera near a place that generates strong radio waves or emits radiation. The camera may not be able to record or play back properly. Using the camera in sandy or dusty place may cause malfunctions. If moisture condensation occurs, remove it before using the camera
(page 89). Do not shake or strike the camera. In addition to malfunctions and an inability to record images, this may render the memory card unusable, or cause image data breakdown, damage or loss. Clean the flash surface with a soft cloth. The heat of flash emission may cause dirt to adhere on the flash surface, resulting in smoking or scorching. Keep the camera, supplied accessories, etc., out of the reach of children. A memory card, etc., may be swallowed. If such problem occurs, consult a doctor immediately. Importing AVCHD movies to a computer When importing AVCHD movies to a computer, for Windows, use the software PlayMemories Home in the CD-ROM (supplied); for Mac, use the software iMovie bundled with Mac. On RAW images To view RAW images recorded with the camera, Image Data Converter on the CD-ROM (supplied) is required. If you do not intend to modify the images you record, we recommend that you shoot images using the JPEG format. Notes on playing movies on other devices This camera uses MPEG-4 AVC/
H.264 High Profile for AVCHD format recording. Movies recorded in AVCHD format with this camera cannot be played by the following devices. Other devices compatible with AVCHD format that does not support High Profile Devices incompatible with the AVCHD format t O h e r s GB 91 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 92 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\090OTH.fm master: Left_2 column On the data specifications described in this manual The data on performance and specifications are defined under the following conditions, except as described in this manual: at an ordinary ambient temperature of 25 C (77 F), and using a battery pack that has been fully charged for about an hour after the charge lamp has turned off. This camera also uses MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Main Profile for MP4 format recording. For this reason, movies recorded in MP4 format with this camera cannot be played on devices other than those that support MPEG-4 AVC/H.264. Discs recorded with HD (high definition) image quality can be played back only on AVCHD format-compatible devices. DVD-
based players or recorders cannot play back HD image quality discs, as they are incompatible with the AVCHD format. Also, DVD-based players or recorders may fail to eject HD image quality discs. Movies recorded in 1080 60p/1080 50p format can be played back only on 1080 60p/1080 50p-
supported devices. Warning on copyright 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. The pictures used in this manual The photographs used as examples of pictures in this manual are reproduced images, and are not actual images shot using this camera. GB 92 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 93 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\090OTH.fm master: Right_2 column Specifications Camera
[System]
Camera type: Interchangeable lens digital camera Lens: E-mount lens
[Image sensor]
Image sensor: APS-C format
(23.5 mm 15.6 mm) CMOS image sensor Total pixel number of image sensor:
Approx. 16 700 000 pixels Effective pixel number of camera:
Approx. 16 100 000 pixels
[Anti-dust]
System: Charge protection coating on Low-Pass Filter and ultrasonic vibration mechanism
[Auto focus system]
System: Contrast detection system Sensitivity range: EV0 to EV20 (at ISO 100 equivalent, with F2.8 lens) Format: Phase detection method, 99 points Luminance range detection: EVxx to EVxx (at ISO 100 equivalent, with F2.8 lens)
[Exposure control]
Metering method: 1 200-segment metering by the image sensor Metering range: EV0 to EV20 (at ISO 100 equivalent, with F2.8 lens) ISO sensitivity (Recommended exposure index):
Still images: AUTO, ISO 100 51 200 Movies: AUTO, ISO 100 3 200 equivalent Exposure compensation: 3.0 EV
(1/3 EV step)
[Shutter]
Type: Electronically-controlled, vertical-traverse, focal-plane type Speed range:
Still images: 1/4 000 second to 30 seconds (1/3 EV step), BULB Movies: x/x xxx second to 1/4 second, up to 1/30 second in AUTO mode (1/3 EV step) Flash sync speed: 1/160 second
[Recording media]
Memory Stick PRO Duo media, SD card
[Electronic viewfinder]
Type: Electronic viewfinder Screen size: 1.3 cm (0.5 type) Total number of dots: 2 359 296 dots Frame coverage: Approx. 100%
Magnification: 1.09 with 50 mm lens at infinity, 1 m1 (diopter) Eye point: Approx. 23 mm from the eyepiece, 21 mm from the eyepiece frame at 1 m1 Dioptor adjustment: 4.0 m1 to
+1.0 m1 (diopter)
[LCD screen]
LCD panel: 7.5 cm (3.0 type) TFT drive Total number of dots: 921 600 dots
[Input/output terminals]
USB: Micro USB type B connector HDMI: HDMI type C minijack
[Power]
Used battery pack: Rechargeable battery pack NP-FW50 Power consumption: When using an E PZ 16-50 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens*
x.x W
* supplied with NEX-6L/6Y t O h e r s GB 93 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 94 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\090OTH.fm master: Left_2 column
[Wireless LAN]
Supported format: IEEE 802.11 b/g/n AC Adaptor AC-UB10/
UB10B/UB10C/UB10D Power requirements: AC 100 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz, 70 mA Output voltage: DC 5 V, 0.5 A Operating temperature: 0 C to 40 C
(32 F to 104 F) Storage temperature: 20 C to +60 C
(4 F to +140 F) Dimensions:
Approx. 50 mm 22 mm 54 mm
(2 inches 7/8 inches 2 1/4 inches) (W/H/D) Mass:
For the USA and Canada: Approx. 48 g (1.7 oz) For countries or regions other than the USA and Canada: Approx. 43 g
(1.5 oz) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FW50 Used battery: Lithium-ion battery Maximum voltage: DC 8.4 V Nominal voltage: DC 7.2 V Maximum charge voltage: DC 8.4 V Maximum charge current: 1.02 A Capacity: Typical 7.7 Wh (1 080 mAh) Minimum 7.3 Wh (1 020 mAh) Maximum dimensions:
Approx. 31.8 mm 18.5 mm 45 mm (1 5/16 inches 3/4 inches 1 13/16 inches) (W/H/D) Mass: Approx. 57 g (2.1 oz)
[Others]
Exif Print: Compatible PRINT Image Matching III:
Compatible DPOF: Compatible Dimensions (CIPA compliant):
Approx. xxx mm xxx mm xxx mm (x x/x inches x x/x inches x x/x inches)
(W/H/D) Mass (CIPA compliant):
Approx. xxx g (xx oz)
(including battery and Memory Stick PRO Duo media) Approx. xx g (xx oz)
(camera only) Operating temperature: 0 C to 40 C
(32 F to 104 F) File format:
Still image: JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver. 2.3, MPF Baseline) compliant, RAW (Sony ARW 2.3 Format) Movie (AVCHD format): AVCHD format Ver. 2.0 compatible Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Audio: Dolby Digital 2ch Dolby Digital Stereo Creator Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Movie (MP4 format):
Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Audio: MPEG-4 AAC-LC 2ch USB communication: Hi-Speed USB
(USB 2.0)
[Flash]
Flash guide number: GN 6 (in meters at ISO 100) Recycling time: Approx. 4 seconds Flash coverage: Covering 16 mm lens
(focal length that the lens indicates) Flash compensation: 2.0 EV (1/3 EV step) GB 94 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 95 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\090OTH.fm master: Right Lens Lens Camera Equivalent 35 mm-format focal length2) (mm) Lens groups-elements Angle of view2) Minimum focus3)
(m (feet)) Maximum magnification () Minimum f-stop Filter diameter
(mm) Dimensions (max. diameter height)
(mm (in.)) Mass (g (oz.)) E16 50 mm zoom lens1) E55 210 mm zoom lens NEX-6L/6Y NEX-6Y 24 75 82.5 315 89 83 32 0.25 0.3 (0.82 1) 0.215 f/22 f/36 40.5 913 28.2 7.8 1.0 (3.28) 0.225 f/22 f/32 49 64.7 29.9
(2 5/8 1 3/16) 63.8 108
(2 5/8 4 3/8) 116 (4.1) 345 (12.2) 1) Power zoom 2) The values for equivalent 35 mm-format focal length and angle of view are based on digital cameras equipped with an APS-C sized image sensor. 3) Minimum focus is the shortest distance from the image sensor to the subject. 4) Shutter speed (differs with shooting conditions) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. t O h e r s GB 95 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 96 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\090OTH.fm master: Left_2 column On focal length The picture angle of this camera is narrower than that of a 35 mm-format camera. You can find the approximate equivalent of the focal length of a 35 mm-format camera, and shoot with the same picture angle, by increasing the focal length of your lens by half. For example, by using a 50 mm lens, you can get the approximate equivalent of a 75 mm lens of a 35 mm-format camera. On image data compatibility This camera conforms with DCF
(Design rule for Camera File system) universal standard established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). Playback of images recorded with your camera on other equipment and playback of images recorded or edited with other equipment on your camera are not guaranteed. Trademarks is a trademark of Sony Corporation. Memory Stick,
, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick Duo,
, Memory Stick PRO Duo, Stick PRO-HG Duo,
, Memory
, Memory Stick Micro, MagicGate, and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. InfoLITHIUM is a trademark of Sony Corporation. PlayMemories Camera Apps is a trademark of Sony Corporation. GB 96 PhotoTV HD is a trademark of Sony Corporation. Blu-ray Disc and Blu-ray are trademarks of the Blu-ray Disc Association. AVCHD Progressive and AVCHD Progressive logotype are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/
or other countries. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-
Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. Mac and Mac OS are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc. iOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco Systems Inc. Intel, Intel Core, and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. Android is a registered trademark of Google Inc. DLNA and DLNA CERTIFIED are
, trademarks of Digital Living Network Alliance. SDXC logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. Eye-Fi is a trademark of Eye-Fi Inc. MultiMediaCard is a trademark of MultiMediaCard Association. and PlayStation are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Adobe is a registered trademark or a trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/
or other countries. NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 97 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\090OTH.fm master: Right_2 column In addition, system and product names used in this manual are, in general, trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective developers or manufacturers. However, the or marks are not used in all cases in this manual. Add further enjoyment with your PlayStation 3 by downloading the application for PlayStation 3 from PlayStation Store (where available). The application for PlayStation 3 requires PlayStation Network account and application download. Accessible in areas where the PlayStation Store is available. t O h e r s GB 97 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 98 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\010COVIX.fm master: Left_2 column Index A Access Point Settings................... 73 AEL button .................................. 50 AEL w/ shutter............................. 58 AF Illuminator ............................. 58 AF Micro Adj. ............................ 60 AF/MF Select............................... 54 Anti Motion Blur ......................... 44 Aperture Priority.......................... 47 Application .................................. 58 Area Setting ................................. 60 Aspect Ratio................................. 55 Auto Port. Framing ...................... 55 Auto Review ................................ 58 Auto Slow Shutter........................ 60 Autofocus Area............................ 54 Autofocus Mode .......................... 54 B Background Defocus Control ...... 38 Battery pack ................................. 16 Beep ............................................. 60 C Charging time .............................. 16 Cleaning Mode............................. 61 Clear Image Zoom ....................... 59 Color Space.................................. 59 Computer ..................................... 65 Cont. Shooting ............................. 41 Control dial .................................. 34 Control wheel............................... 33 Creative Style............................... 57 CTRL FOR HDMI....................... 61 Custom Key Settings ................... 60 D Date/Time Setup .................... 27, 60 Delete..................................... 32, 57 Demo Mode ................................. 61 GB 98 Digital Zoom ............................... 59 DISP (Display Contents)............. 42 DISP Button(Monitor) ................ 55 Disp MAC Address ..................... 62 Display Card Space ..................... 62 Display Color .............................. 61 Display Contents ......................... 58 Downloading application ............ 69 Drive Mode ................................. 54 DRO/Auto HDR.......................... 56 E Edit Device Name ....................... 62 Enlarge Image ............................. 57 Exposure compensation .............. 40 Eye-Fi.......................................... 62 Eye-Start AF................................ 59 F Face Detection............................. 54 Face Priority Tracking................. 60 Face Registration......................... 55 File Format ............................ 51, 56 File Number ................................ 61 Fill-flash ...................................... 48 Finder Display(DISP).................. 55 FINDER/LCD Setting................. 58 Flash Comp. ............................... 56 Flash Mode.................................. 48 Fn (Function) button ................... 49 Folder Name................................ 61 Format ......................................... 61 Front Curtain Shutter................... 59 Function Menu Settings .............. 60 G Grid Line ..................................... 58 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 99 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\010COVIX.fm master: Right_2 column H Handbook..................................... 82 Hand-held Twilight...................... 44 HDMI Resolution ........................ 61 Help Guide Display ..................... 60 Help Guides ................................. 35 High ISO NR ............................... 59 I Icons............................................. 78 Image Data Converter.................. 68 Image Index ........................... 52, 57 Image Size ....................... 51, 55, 56 Initialize ....................................... 61 Install ........................................... 65 Intelligent Auto............................ 43 ISO............................................... 56 L Landscape .................................... 44 Language...................................... 60 LCD Brightness ........................... 61 LCD Display (DISP).................... 55 Lens.............................................. 21 Lens Comp.: Chro. Aber.............. 60 Lens Comp.: Distortion ............... 60 Lens Comp.: Shading................... 59 Level ............................................ 42 Live View Display....................... 58 Long Exposure NR ...................... 59 M Mac .............................................. 66 Macro........................................... 44 Manual Exposure ......................... 43 Memory card................................ 23 Menu ............................................ 54 Menu start .................................... 60 Metering Mode ............................ 56 MF Assist..................................... 59 MF Assist Time ........................... 59 Mode dial ..................................... 43 Moisture condensation ................ 89 Movie .......................................... 29 Movie Audio Rec ........................ 60 MOVIE Button............................ 60 N New Folder.................................. 62 Night Portrait............................... 44 Night Scene ................................. 44 O Object Tracking........................... 54 P Panorama..................................... 45 Panorama Direction..................... 56 Peaking Color.............................. 59 Peaking Level.............................. 58 Phase Detection AF..................... 58 Photo Creativity .......................... 37 Picture Effect......................... 39, 57 Playback ...................................... 30 Playback Display......................... 61 PlayMemories Home................... 67 Portrait......................................... 44 Power Save.................................. 61 Power Saving Start Time ............ 61 Program Auto .............................. 47 Protect ......................................... 57 Q Quality......................................... 55 R Record Setting ............................. 56 Recover Image DB...................... 62 Red Eye Reduction...................... 58 Release w/o Lens......................... 59 Reset Default............................... 61 Reset Network Settings ............... 62 Reset View on Smartphone......... 62 Rotate .......................................... 57 t O h e r s GB 99 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 100 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\010COVIX.fm master: Left_2 column S S. Auto Image Extract.................. 59 Scene Selection............................ 44 Scroll playback ............................ 46 Select Shoot. Folder..................... 62 Self-timer ..................................... 40 Self-timer(Cont)........................... 41 Send to Computer ........................ 73 Setting the clock .......................... 27 Setup ............................................ 58 Shoot Mode.................................. 43 Shooting (movies)........................ 29 Shooting (still images)................. 28 Shooting Tip List ......................... 55 Shooting tips ................................ 35 Shutter Priority............................. 46 Slide Show ................................... 57 Smile Shutter ............................... 55 Soft keys ...................................... 34 Soft Skin Effect............................ 55 Software....................................... 65 Spd Priority Cont. ....................... 41 Specifications............................... 93 Specify Printing ........................... 57 Sports Action ............................... 44 SteadyShot ................................... 59 Still/Movie Select ........................ 57 Sunset........................................... 44 Superior Auto............................... 47 Sweep Panorama.......................... 45 U Upload Settings............................ 62 USB Connection .......................... 61 GB 100 V Version ........................................ 61 View mode .................................. 57 View on Smartphone................... 71 View on TV (HDMI cable compatible TV)....................... 53 View on TV (Network compatible TV).......................................... 74 Viewfinder Bright. ..................... 61 Volume Settings .......................... 57 W White Balance ............................. 56 Wide Image ................................. 61 Wi-Fi ........................................... 72 Wind Noise Reduct. ................... 60 Windows ..................................... 65 WPS Push.................................... 72 Z Zoom ........................................... 54 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 101 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\010COVIX.fm master: Right_2 column t O h e r s GB 101 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 102 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\010COVIX.fm master: Left_2 column GB 102 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 010COV.book Page 103 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:34 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\01GB-NEX6U2\010COVIX.fm master: Right_2 column t O h e r s GB 103 NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1) 100BCO.fm Page 100 Friday, June 15, 2012 5:31 PM C:\4437011111NEX6UC2\00COV-NEX6U2\100BCO.fm master: Left N E X
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6 Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. Printed using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. 2012 Sony Corporation Printed in Thailand NEX-6 4-437-011-11(1)
frequency | equipment class | purpose | ||
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1 | 2012-09-13 | 2412 ~ 2462 | DTS - Digital Transmission System | Original Equipment |
app s | Applicant Information | |||||
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1 | Effective |
2012-09-13
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1 | Applicant's complete, legal business name |
Sony Corporation
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1 | FCC Registration Number (FRN) |
0003739166
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1 | Physical Address |
1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku
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1 |
1-7-1 Konan
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1 |
Tokyo, N/A
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1 |
Japan
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app s | TCB Information | |||||
1 | TCB Application Email Address |
e******@jp.ul.com
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1 | TCB Scope |
A4: UNII devices & low power transmitters using spread spectrum techniques
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app s | FCC ID | |||||
1 | Grantee Code |
AK8
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1 | Equipment Product Code |
NEX6
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app s | Person at the applicant's address to receive grant or for contact | |||||
1 | Name |
R****** T********
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1 | Title |
Senior Manager
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1 | Telephone Number |
81-50********
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1 | Fax Number |
81-50********
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1 |
c******@jp.sony.com
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app s | Technical Contact | |||||
1 | Firm Name |
UL Japan, Inc.
|
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1 | Name |
T******** I****
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1 | Physical Address |
1-22-3 Megumigaoka, Hiratsuka-shi
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1 |
Kanagawa-ken, 259-1220
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1 |
Japan
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1 | Telephone Number |
81-46********
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1 | Fax Number |
81-46********
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1 |
T******@jp.ul.com
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app s | Non Technical Contact | |||||
n/a | ||||||
app s | Confidentiality (long or short term) | |||||
1 | Does this application include a request for confidentiality for any portion(s) of the data contained in this application pursuant to 47 CFR § 0.459 of the Commission Rules?: | Yes | ||||
1 | Long-Term Confidentiality Does this application include a request for confidentiality for any portion(s) of the data contained in this application pursuant to 47 CFR § 0.459 of the Commission Rules?: | No | ||||
if no date is supplied, the release date will be set to 45 calendar days past the date of grant. | ||||||
app s | Cognitive Radio & Software Defined Radio, Class, etc | |||||
1 | Is this application for software defined/cognitive radio authorization? | No | ||||
1 | Equipment Class | DTS - Digital Transmission System | ||||
1 | Description of product as it is marketed: (NOTE: This text will appear below the equipment class on the grant) | Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera | ||||
1 | Related OET KnowledgeDataBase Inquiry: Is there a KDB inquiry associated with this application? | No | ||||
1 | Modular Equipment Type | Does not apply | ||||
1 | Purpose / Application is for | Original Equipment | ||||
1 | Composite Equipment: Is the equipment in this application a composite device subject to an additional equipment authorization? | No | ||||
1 | Related Equipment: Is the equipment in this application part of a system that operates with, or is marketed with, another device that requires an equipment authorization? | No | ||||
1 | Grant Comments | Power Output listed is Conducted. End-users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. The antenna of this device must not be co-located or used in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. | ||||
1 | Is there an equipment authorization waiver associated with this application? | No | ||||
1 | If there is an equipment authorization waiver associated with this application, has the associated waiver been approved and all information uploaded? | No | ||||
app s | Test Firm Name and Contact Information | |||||
1 | Firm Name |
UL Japan, Inc. Shonan EMC EMC Lab.
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1 | Name |
T****** H******
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1 | Telephone Number |
+81-5********
|
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1 | Fax Number |
+81 5********
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1 |
T******@jp.ul.com
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Equipment Specifications | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Line | Rule Parts | Grant Notes | Lower Frequency | Upper Frequency | Power Output | Tolerance | Emission Designator | Microprocessor Number | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
1 | 1 | 15C | 2412.00000000 | 2462.00000000 | 0.0482000 |
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