Sony Nex 6 Owners Manual

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contents Sample photo Menu IndexRecording is unavailable in this movie format.
 Set [File Format] to [MP4].
Unable to magnify.
Unable to rotate image.
 Images recorded with other cameras may not be enlarged or rotated.
No images selected.
 You attempted to delete without specifying images.
No images changed.
 You attempted to execute DPOF without specifying images.
Cannot create more folders.
 The folder with a name beginning with “999” exists on the memory card. You cannot create any 
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Others
Using the camera abroad
You can use the AC Adaptor in any country or region where the power supply is within 
100V to 240VAC, 50Hz/60Hz.
 An electronic voltage transformer is unnecessary and its use may cause a malfunction.
The camera automatically detects the color system to match that of the connected video 
device.
NTSC system
Bahama Islands, Bolivia, Canada, Central America, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Jamaica, 
Japan, Korea, Mexico, Peru, Surinam, Taiwan, the Philippines, the U.S.A., Venezuela, 
etc.
PAL system
Australia, Austria, Belgium, China, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, 
Germany, Holland, Hong Kong, Hungary, Indonesia, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, New 
Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Rumania, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Spain, 
Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom, Viet Nam, etc.
PAL-M system
Brazil
PAL-N system
Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay
SECAM system
Bulgaria, France, Greece, Guiana, Iran, Iraq, Monaco, Russia, Ukraine, etc.
Notes
On TV color systems 
						

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contents Sample photo Menu IndexMemory card
You can use following memory cards with this camera: “Memory Stick PRO Duo” 
media, “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” media, SD memory card, SDHC memory card, 
and SDXC memory card. You cannot use a MultiMediaCard.
 Memory card formatted with a computer is not guaranteed to operate with the camera.
 Data read/write speeds differ depending on the combination of the memory card and the equipment used.
 Do not remove the memory card while reading or writing data.
 Data may be corrupted in the following cases:
– When the memory card is removed or the camera is turned off during a read or write operation
– When the memory card is used in locations subject to static electricity or electrical noise
 We recommend backing up important data, such as to a hard disk of a computer.
 Do not attach a label on the memory card itself nor on a memory card adaptor.
 Do not touch the terminal section of the memory card with your hand or a metal object.
 Do not strike, bend or drop the memory card.
 Do not disassemble or modify the memory card.
 Do not expose the memory card to water.
 Do not leave the memory card within the reach of small children. They might accidentally swallow it.
 The memory card may be hot just after it has been used for a long time. Be careful when you handle it.
 Do not use or store the memory card under the following conditions:
– High temperature locations such as in a car parked under the sun
– Locations exposed to direct sunlight
– Humid locations or locations with corrosive substances present
 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.)
The types of “Memory Stick” media that can be used with the camera are listed in the 
table below. However, proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all “Memory Stick” 
media functions.
1)This is equipped with MagicGate function. MagicGate is copyright protection technology that uses 
encryption technology. Data recording/playback that requires MagicGate functions cannot be performed 
with this camera.
Notes
“Memory Stick” media
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” 
media1) 2) 3)Compatible with your camera
“Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” 
media
1) 2)
“Memory Stick Duo” media Incompatible with your camera
“Memory Stick” media and 
“Memory Stick PRO” media Incompatible with your camera
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2)Supports high-speed data transfer using a parallel interface.3)When using “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media to record movies, only those marked with Mark2 can be 
used.
Notes on using “Memory Stick Micro” media (sold separately)
 This product is compatible with “Memory Stick Micro” media (“M2”). “M2” is an 
abbreviation for “Memory Stick Micro” media.
 To use a “Memory Stick Micro” media with the camera, be sure to insert the “Memory  Stick Micro” media into an “M2” Adaptor as large as Duo size. If you insert a 
“Memory Stick Micro” media into the camera without an “M2” Adaptor as large as 
Duo size, you might not be able to remove it from the camera.
 Do not leave the “Memory Stick Micro” media within the reach of small children.  They might accidentally swallow it. 
						

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contents Sample photo Menu Index“InfoLITHIUM” battery pack
Your camera operates only with an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack NP-FW50. You cannot 
use any other battery packs. “InfoLITHIUM” W series battery packs have the   
mark.
An “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that has functions for 
communicating information related to operating conditions with the camera.
The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack calculates the power consumption according to the 
operating conditions of your camera, and displays the remaining battery time in 
percentages.
On charging the battery pack
We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10 °C 
and 30 °C (50 °F and 86 °F). The battery pack may not be effectively charged in 
temperatures outside this range.
Effective use of the battery pack
 Battery performance decreases in low temperature environments. So in cold places, 
the operational time of the battery pack is shorter. To ensure longer battery pack use, 
we recommend putting the battery pack in your pocket close to your body to warm it 
up, and insert it in the camera immediately before you start shooting.
 The battery pack will run out quickly if you use the flash or record movies frequently.
 We recommend preparing spare battery packs and taking trial shots before taking the  actual shots.
 Do not expose the battery pack to water. The battery pack is not water-resistant.
 Do not leave the battery pack in extremely hot places, such as in a car or under direct  sunlight.
On the remaining battery time indicator
 You can check the level with the following indicators and percent figures displayed on the LCD screen.
 If the power goes off even though the remaining battery time indicator indicates that  the battery pack is fully charged, recharge the battery pack after fully discharging it in 
the camera. Remaining battery time will be indicated correctly. Note, however, that 
the battery indication will not be restored if it is used in high temperatures for a long 
time, or if left after being charged, or when the battery pack is frequently used. Use the 
remaining battery indication as a rough guide only.
How to store the battery pack
 To maintain the battery pack’s function, charge the battery pack and then fully discharge it in the camera at least once a year before storing it. Store the battery pack 
in a cool, dry place.
Battery level “Battery exhausted.”
High   LowYou cannot shoot any 
more image.
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contents Sample photo Menu Index To use the battery pack up, leave the camera in slide show playback mode until the 
power goes off.
 To prevent staining the terminal, short-circuiting, etc., be sure to use a plastic bag to  keep away from metal materials when carrying or storing the battery pack.
On battery life
 The battery life is limited. Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use. If the available time of the battery is shortened significantly, it is probably time to 
replace the battery pack with a new one.
 The battery life varies according to how the battery pack is stored and the operating  conditions and environment in which each battery pack is used. 
						

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contents Sample photo Menu IndexBattery charging
 Only NP-FW50 battery packs (and no others) can be charged. Batteries other than the 
specified kind may leak, overheat, or explode if you attempt to charge them, posing a 
risk of injury from electrocution and/or burn.
 Remove the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) or disconnect the USB  cable from the camera. If you leave the charged battery pack in the camera, battery life 
may be shortened.
 The charge lamp located on the side of the camera flashes in either way: Fast flashing: Turns the light on and off repeatedly at the interval of about 0.3 second.
Slow flashing: Turns the light on and off repeatedly at the interval of about 1.3 
seconds.
 When the charge lamp flashes fast, remove the battery pack being charged, and then  insert the same battery pack into the camera securely again, or disconnect and 
reconnect the USB cable. When the charge lamp flashes fast again, this may indicate a 
battery error or that a battery pack other than the specified type has been inserted or 
that there is something wrong with the AC Adaptor or USB cable. Check that the 
battery pack is the specified type, or the AC Adaptor or USB cable is damaged or not. 
If the battery pack is the specified type, remove the battery pack, replace it with a new 
one or another one and check if the battery pack is charged properly. If the battery 
pack is charged properly, a battery error may have occurred. If another battery pack 
cannot be charged properly, the AC Adaptor or USB cable may be damaged. Replace 
the AC Adaptor or the USB cable to another one and check that the battery pack is 
charged properly or not.
 When the charge lamp flashes slowly, it indicates that the camera stops charging  temporarily on standby. The camera stops charging and enters the standby status 
automatically when the temperature is outside of the recommended operating 
temperature. When the temperature gets back within the appropriate range, the camera 
resumes charging and the charge lamp lights up again. We recommend charging the 
battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F and 86 °F). 
						

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contents Sample photo Menu IndexMount Adaptor
Using a Mount Adaptor (sold separately), you can attach an A-mount lens (sold 
separately) to your camera. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with 
the Mount Adaptor.
The available functions differ depending on the Mount Adaptor type.
* The autofocus speed will be slower compared to when an E-mount lens is attached. (When an A-mount 
lens is attached, the autofocus speed will be about 2 seconds to 7 seconds, when shooting under Sony 
measurement condition. The speed may vary depending on the subject, ambient light, etc.)
FunctionsLA-EA1LA-EA2
Autofocus Available with SAM/SSM lens  only* Available
AF system Contrast AF Phase-detection AF
AF/MF Select Switchable on the lens SAM lens: switchable on the  lens
SSM lens: switchable on the 
lens, and also on the menu 
when the switch on the lens is 
set to AF
Other lenses: switchable on the 
menu
Autofocus Area Multi/Center/Flexible Spot Wide/Spot/Local
Autofocus Mode Single Single/Continuous
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contents Sample photo Menu IndexThe available [Autofocus Area] settings differ depending on the Mount Adaptor type.
 You may not be able to use the Mount Adaptor with certain lenses. Consult your Sony dealer or local 
authorized Sony service facility on compatible lenses.
 When you are using the Mount Adaptor and record movies, press the shutter button halfway down to use  autofocus.
 You cannot use the AF illuminator when using an A-mount lens.
 The sound of the lens and the camera in operation may be recorded during movie recording. You can turn  the sound off by selecting MENU  t [Setup]  t [Movie Audio Rec]  t [Off].
 It may take a long time or may be difficult for the camera to focus, depending on the lens used or the 
subject.
 The light of the flash may be blocked by the lens attached.
LA-EA1
 (Multi) The camera determines which of the 25 AF areas is used for 
focusing.
 (Center) The camera uses the AF area located in the center area 
exclusively.
 (Flexible Spot) Moves the focusing area to focus on a small subject or narrow 
area by pressing the top/bottom/right/left of the control wheel.
LA-EA2
 (Wide) The camera determines which of the 15 AF areas is used for 
focusing.
 (Spot) The camera uses the AF area located in the center area 
exclusively.
 (Local) Choose the area for which you want to activate the focus from 
among 15 AF areas with the control wheel.
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contents Sample photo Menu IndexElectronic Viewfinder (sold 
separately) (NEX-5R only)
By attaching an Electronic Viewfinder (sold separately) to the Smart Accessory 
Terminal 2 of the camera, you can shoot images while looking through the Electronic 
Viewfinder.
Turn the camera off when you attach or remove an Electronic Viewfinder.
For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Electronic Viewfinder.
Only major items are shown on the Electronic Viewfinder. See page 20 for what each 
icon indicates.
 The LCD screen is turned off when the Electronic Viewfinder is used.
 If you use the Electronic Viewfinder for a long time, the Electronic Viewfinder may get warm. The 
camera then displays  /  and switches to the LCD screen display automatically.
 When   appears, reconnect the Electronic Viewfinder.
List of icons
Notes