Page 2 - Shooting Tip; English
GB 2 This camera is equipped with a built-in instruction guide. In-Camera Guide The camera displays explanations for MENU/Fn (Function) items and the setting values. 1 Press the MENU button or the Fn (Function) button. 2 Select the desired item, then press the / (In-Camera Guide/Delete) button. Shoo...
Page 3 - Owner’s Record; Battery pack; WARNING
GB 3 Owner’s 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. WW247506 (DSC-HX90V) WW408340 (DSC-HX90)WW220188 (DSC-WX500) Serial No. ______...
Page 4 - AC Adaptor
GB 4 • 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...
Page 5 - Regulatory Information; Declaration of Conformity
GB 5 If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Center1-800-222-SONY (7669) The number below is for the FCC related matters only. [ Regulatory Information This equipment must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter...
Page 6 - For Customers in Canada
GB 6 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. [...
Page 7 - For Customers in Singapore
GB 7 [ Disposal of waste batteries and electrical and electronic equipment (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the product, the battery or on the packaging indicates that the product and the battery shall not be treated as h...
Page 8 - This guide explains the functions that require a Wi-Fi connection.; About language setting; Checking the supplied items
GB 8 The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces.• Camera (1)• Rechargeable Battery Pack NP-BX1 (1)• Micro USB Cable (1)• AC Adaptor AC-UB10C/UB10D (1)• Power Cord (mains lead) (not supplied in the USA and Canada) (1)• Wrist Strap (1)• Instruction Manual (this manual) (1)• Wi-Fi Connect...
Page 9 - Identifying parts
GB 9 DSC-HX90V/HX90 A ON/OFF (Power) button B Shutter button C Mode dial (Intelligent Auto)/ (Superior Auto)/ (Program Auto)/ (Aperture Priority)/ (Shutter Priority)/ (Manual Exposure)/ (Memory recall)/ (Movie)/ (iSweep Panorama)/ (Scene Selection) D For shooting: W/T (zoom) leverFor viewing: (Index...
Page 13 - Inserting the battery pack; Insert the battery pack.; • While pressing the battery lock lever, insert the battery pack as
GB 13 Inserting the battery pack 1 Open the cover. 2 Insert the battery pack. • While pressing the battery lock lever, insert the battery pack as illustrated. Make sure that the battery lock lever locks after insertion. • Closing the cover with the battery inserted incorrectly may damage the camera....
Page 14 - Charging the battery pack
GB 14 Charging the battery pack 1 Connect the camera to the AC Adaptor (supplied), using the micro USB cable (supplied). 2 Connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket). The charge lamp lights orange, and charging starts.• Turn off the camera while charging the battery.• You can charge the...
Page 15 - Notes
GB 15 • 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 ...
Page 16 - Charging by connecting to a computer; • If you connect the camera to a computer when the power is turned on,
GB 16 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. Connect the camera to the computer with the camera turned off. • If you connect the camera to a computer when the power is turned on, although the battery will...
Page 18 - Supplying power; Inserting a memory card (sold separately); Insert the memory card.; until it clicks into place.
GB 18 • The numbers of minutes for movie shooting are based on the CIPA standard, and are for shooting under the following conditions:– [ Record Setting]: 60i 17M(FH)/50i 17M(FH) – Typical movie shooting: Battery life based on repeatedly starting/stopping shooting, zooming, turning on/off, etc. – Co...
Page 20 - Setting the language and the clock; Select a desired language, then press
GB 20 Setting the language and the clock 1 Press the ON/OFF (Power) button. Language setting screen is displayed when you turn on the camera for the first time.• It may take time for the power to turn on and allow operation. 2 Select a desired language, then press z on the control wheel. Date & ...
Page 21 - Shooting still images/movies; Press the shutter button halfway down to focus.; When the image is in focus, a beep sounds and the; Press the shutter button fully down to shoot an image.
GB 21 Shooting still images Shooting movies • When using the zoom function while shooting a movie, the sound of the camera operating will be recorded. Sound from the camera tends to be recorded particularly when [Zoom Speed] is set to [Fast] and when [Zoom Func. on Ring] is set to [Quick]. The sound...
Page 22 - Selecting next/previous image; Select an image by pressing; Deleting an image; on the control wheel, then press; Returning to shooting images; Press the shutter button halfway down.; Viewing images; Press the
GB 22 x Selecting next/previous image Select an image by pressing B (next)/ b (previous) on the control wheel or by turning the control wheel. Press z in the center of the control wheel to view movies. x Deleting an image 1 Press the / (In-Camera Guide/Delete) button. 2 Select [Delete] with v on the...
Page 23 - DISP; Introduction of other functions
GB 23 x Control wheel DISP (Display Contents): Allows you to change the screen display. (Drive Mode): Allows you to switch between shooting methods, such as single shooting, continuous shooting or bracket shooting. / (Exposure Comp./Photo Creativity): Allows you to adjust image brightness./Allows yo...
Page 24 - Menu Items
GB 24 x Menu Items (Camera Settings) Image Size Selects the size of still images. Aspect Ratio Selects the aspect ratio for still images. Quality Sets the image quality for still images. Panorama: Size Selects the size of panoramic images. Panorama: Direction Sets the shooting direction for panorami...
Page 31 - Features of PlayMemories HomeTM
GB 31 The software PlayMemories Home allows you to import still images and movies to your computer and use them. PlayMemories Home is required for importing XAVC S movies and AVCHD movies to your computer. • An Internet connection is required to install PlayMemories Home.• An Internet connection is ...
Page 32 - • For details on PlayMemories Home, refer to the following
GB 32 x System requirements You can find the system requirements for the software at the following URL:http://www.sony.net/pcenv/ x Installing PlayMemories Home on a computer • Do not disconnect the micro USB cable (supplied) from the camera while the operating screen or the accessing screen is disp...
Page 33 - Still images; Adding functions to the camera
GB 33 You can add the desired functions to your camera by connecting to the application download website (PlayMemories Camera Apps™) via the Internet.http://www.sony.net/pmca/• After installing an application, you can call up the application by touching an NFC-enabled Android smartphone to the N mar...
Page 34 - Movies
GB 34 x Movies The table below shows the approximate total recording times using a memory card formatted with this camera. (h (hour), m (minute)) * only for 1080 60i compatible models• Continuous shooting is possible for approximately 29 minutes (a product specification limit). The maximum continuou...
Page 35 - Notes on using the camera
GB 35 Functions built into this camera • This manual describes each of the functions of GPS function compatible/ incompatible devices,1080 60i-compatible devices and 1080 50i-compatible devices.– To determine whether your camera supports the GPS function, check the model name of your camera.GPS-comp...
Page 36 - Do not use/store the camera in the following places; On carrying
GB 36 Do not use/store the camera in the following places • In an extremely hot, cold or humid place In places such as in a car parked 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 discolo...
Page 38 - Maintaining the monitor; Notes on wireless LAN
GB 38 No guarantee in the case of damaged content or recording failures Sony can provide no guarantees in the event of failure to record or loss or damage of recorded images or audio data due to a malfunction of the camera or recording media, etc. We recommend backing up important data. Cleaning the...
Page 39 - Camera; Specifications
GB 39 Camera [System] Image device: 7.82 mm (1/2.3 type) Exmor R™ CMOS sensor Effective pixel number of camera: Approx. 18.2 Megapixels Total pixel number of camera: Approx. 21.1 Megapixels Lens: ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T 30× zoom lensf = 4.1 mm – 123 mm (24 mm – 720 mm (35 mm film equivalent))F3.5 (W) –...
Page 41 - Trademarks
GB 41 Trademarks • Memory Stick and are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • XAVC S and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • “AVCHD Progressive” and “AVCHD Progressive” logotype are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. • Dolby and the double-D s...
Page 44 - Printed in China