Sony RMT-P1BT, Help Manual

Page 1: ...emote Commander Supported camera models Identifying the parts Preparations Unpacking Inserting the battery Connecting the Remote Commander and a camera with the Bluetooth function Preventing unintentional operations Shooting Shooting a still image Shooting a video Adjusting the camera focus Zooming the camera 1 ...

Page 2: ... 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation Indicator activities Activating the camera s C1 or AF ON function About this unit Notes on use Specifications Trademarks Troubleshooting The Remote Commander fails to work 2 ...

Page 3: ...camera models This unit is Remote Commander which is compatible with the Bluetooth function For the camera models that can connect to the unit visit the following website https www sony net dics p1bt 4 748 144 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 3 ...

Page 4: ...t the camera Slide the Remote Commander s ZOOM FOCUS switch to the position suitable for your purpose For details see Adjusting the camera focus or Zooming the camera 2 Shutter release REC button Shoots a still image or starts recording a video with the camera Slide the Remote Commander s MOVIE STILL switch to the position suitable for your purpose For details see Shooting a still image or Shootin...

Page 5: ...or AF ON function Preventing unintentional operations Inserting the battery Supported camera models Connecting the Remote Commander and a camera with the Bluetooth function Indicator activities 4 748 144 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 5 ...

Page 6: ...ing If you find anything missing please contact your dealer The number in the parentheses indicates the quantity Remote Commander 1 Lithium coin cell battery CR2032 1 Set of printed documentation 4 748 144 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 6 ...

Page 7: ...rporation Place a coin or similar object into the groove of the battery cover on the back of the Remote Commander and then turn the battery cover to OPEN 1 Remove the battery cover and insert the supplied lithium coin cell battery Insert the battery so that the terminal is facing upward on the battery chamber indicates the direction of the battery 2 Turn the battery cover until you reach CLOSE 3 7...

Page 8: ...he opposite of LOCK Note If pairing fails the Remote Commander s indicator flashes rapidly If this happens redo the procedure from the beginning On the camera select MENU network Bluetooth Settings Bluetooth Function On 1 On the camera select MENU network Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl On If the pairing screen appears on the camera s screen proceed to step 2 On the camera select MENU network Bluetooth Setting...

Page 9: ...er with a different camera you also must pair the Remote Commander and the original camera again when connecting to the original camera When the camera s network settings have been reset If the Remote Commander is not used for a period of time during a Bluetooth connection no Bluetooth connection may appear on the camera s screen 4 748 144 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 9 ...

Page 10: ... all the buttons on the Remote Commander in order to prevent unintentional operations while you carry it around 4 748 144 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation Slide the LOCK switch to the LOCK position To enable the buttons slide the LOCK switch to the position to the opposite of LOCK 1 10 ...

Page 11: ... the Remote Commander and a camera with the Bluetooth function Slide the MOVIE STILL switch to the STILL position 1 Press the Shutter release REC button Press the button halfway down to focus and then press it all the way down to shoot When the camera comes into focus by the auto focus function the Remote Commander s indicator turns on When shooting succeeds the indicator turns on 2 11 ...

Page 12: ...Shooting a video 4 748 144 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 12 ...

Page 13: ...g the Remote Commander and a camera with the Bluetooth function Shooting a still image Slide the MOVIE STILL switch to the MOVIE position 1 Press the Shutter release REC button Video recording starts To stop recording press the Shutter release REC button again When recording starts the Remote Commander s indicator turns on When recording stops the indicator turns off 2 13 ...

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Page 15: ...mander connected to a camera with the Bluetooth function to adjust the camera focus Note To adjust the camera focus you must place the camera in manual focus mode Related Topic Slide the ZOOM FOCUS switch to the FOCUS position 1 Press the Focus Zoom button to adjust the camera focus 2 15 ...

Page 16: ...Connecting the Remote Commander and a camera with the Bluetooth function Zooming the camera 4 748 144 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 16 ...

Page 17: ... camera Note The zoom speed varies depending on the camera or lens The zoom function works with a camera or lens featuring a built in electronic power zoom If the digital zoom function of the camera is turned on digital zooming will be performed Slide the ZOOM FOCUS switch to the ZOOM position 1 Press the Focus Zoom button to zoom in out the camera 2 17 ...

Page 18: ...Related Topic Connecting the Remote Commander and a camera with the Bluetooth function Adjusting the camera focus 4 748 144 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 18 ...

Page 19: ...Corporation Lights when the camera comes into focus by the auto focus function when you shoot a still image or start recording by pressing the Shutter release REC button while video recording is in progress when pairing succeeds when the camera receives focus zoom signals from the Remote Commander Flashes while pairing is in progress while the self timer is in operation Flashes rapidly when the ca...

Page 20: ... Commander s C1 or AF ON button you can activate the function assigned to the camera s C1 or AF ON button For details about the camera s C1 or AF ON button refer to the operating instructions supplied with your camera Related Topic Supported camera models 4 748 144 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 20 ...

Page 21: ...t the battery is worn out before disposal To dispose of the battery insulate the battery contacts with an adhesive strip If the battery fluid leaks wipe away any fluid on the battery chamber before inserting a new battery If the battery fluid comes in contact with your body or clothing thoroughly rinse it away with water Depending on the length of the post production period even a new battery may ...

Page 22: ...cifications Design and specifications are subject to change without notice 4 748 144 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation Dimensions W H D Approx 33 mm 116 5 mm 15 1 mm 1 5 16 in 4 5 8 in 5 8 in Mass Approx 35 g 1 3 oz Without the battery 22 ...

Page 23: ...er RMT P1BT Trademarks The BLUETOOTH word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under license 4 748 144 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 23 ...

Page 24: ...he opposite of LOCK Pairing with the camera may be lost Pair the Remote Commander and the camera again The Remote Commander s battery is out of power Replace the battery with a new one Related Topic Preventing unintentional operations Connecting the Remote Commander and a camera with the Bluetooth function Inserting the battery 4 748 144 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 24 ...