Sony Dev5 User Manual

							 2011 Sony Corporation
DEV-3/5/5K
GB/FR/FRCA/ES/ESUS
Printed in Japan
Operating Guide GB
Mode d’emploiFR
Mode d’emploi FRCA
Manual de 
instrucciones ES
Guía de operaciones ESUSDigital Recording 
Binoculars/Jumelles à 
enregistrement 
numérique
4-410-132-11(1) 
						

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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 upon your Sony 
dealer regarding this product.
Model No. DEV-
Serial No.
Model No. AC-
Serial No.
WARNING
To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not 
expose the unit to rain or moisture.
Do not expose the batteries to 
excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or 
the like.
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 60°C 
(140°F) such as in direct sunlight or in a car 
parked in the sun.
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 
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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.
Replace the battery with the specified type 
only. Otherwise, fire or injury may result.
AC Adaptor
Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a 
narrow space, such as between a wall and 
furniture.
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 this product.
Even if this product is turned off, AC power 
source (mains) is still supplied to it while 
connected to the wall outlet (wall socket) 
via the AC Adaptor.
Note on the power cord (mains lead)
The power cord (mains lead) is designed 
specifically for use with this product only, 
and should not be used with other electrical 
equipment.
Excessive sound pressure from earphones 
and headphones can cause hearing loss.
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For customers in the USA
This symbol is intended 
to alert the user to the 
presence of uninsulated 
“dangerous voltage” within 
the product’s enclosure 
that may be of sufficient 
magnitude to constitute 
a risk of electric shock to 
persons.
This symbol is intended 
to alert the user to the 
presence of important 
operating and maintenance 
(servicing) instructions in 
the literature accompanying 
the appliance. 
						

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE 
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, 
 
CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE 
INSTRUCTIONS.
Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s 
instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other 
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug 
has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a 
third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If 
the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the 
obsolete outlet.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience 
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or 
sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus 
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus 
has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has 
been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to 
rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
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.
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Representative plug of power supply cord of countries/regions around the world.
A Type 
(American  Type) B Type  
(British Type) BF Type 
(British Type) B3 Type 
(British Type) C Type  
(CEE Type) SE Type  
(CEE Type) O Type  
(Ocean Type)
The representative supply voltage and plug type are described in this chart.
Depend on an area, Different type of plug and supply voltage are used.
Attention: Power cord meeting demands from each country shall be used.
  For only the United States
  Use a UL Listed, 1.5-3 m (5-10 ft.), Type SPT-2 or NISPT-2, AWG no. 18 power supply 
cord, rated for 125 V 7 A, with a NEMA 1-15P plug rated for 125 V 15 A.”
Europe
Countries/regions VoltageFrequency (Hz) Plug typeAustria 23050C
Belgium 23050C
Czech 22050C
Denmark 23050C
Finland 23050C
France 23050C
Germany 23050C
Greece 22050C
Hungary 22050C
Iceland 23050C
Ireland 23050C/BF
Italy 22050C
Luxemburg 23050C
Netherlands 23050C
Norway 23050C
Poland 22050C
Portugal 23050C
Romania 22050C
Russia 22050C
Slovak 22050C
Spain 127/23050C
Sweden 23050C
Switzerland 23050C
UK 24050BF
Asia
Countries/regions VoltageFrequency (Hz) Plug typeChina 22050A
Hong Kong 200/22050BF
India 230/24050C
Indonesia 127/23050C
Japan 10050/60 A
Korea (rep) 22060C
Malaysia 24050BF
Philippines 220/23060A/C
Singapore 23050BF
Taiwan 11060A
Thailand 22050C/BF 
						

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Countries/regionsVoltageFrequency (Hz) Plug typeVietnam 22050A/C
Oceania
Countries/regions VoltageFrequency (Hz) Plug typeAustralia 24050O
New Zealand 230/24050O
North America
Countries/regions VoltageFrequency (Hz) Plug typeCanada 12060A
USA 12060A
Central America
Countries/regions VoltageFrequency (Hz) Plug typeBahamas 120/24060A
Costa Rica 11060A
Cuba 110/22060A/C
Dominican (rep) 11060A
El Salvador 11060A
Guatemala 12060A
Honduras 11060A
Jamaica 11050A
Mexico 120/12760A
Nicaragua 120/24060A
Panama 110/22060A
South America
Countries/regions VoltageFrequency (Hz) Plug typeArgentina 22050C/BF/O
Brazil 127/22060A/C
Chile 22050C
Colombia 12060A
Peru 22060A/C
Venezuela 12060A
Middle East
Countries/regions VoltageFrequency (Hz) Plug typeIran 22050C/BF
Iraq 22050C/BF
Israel 23050C
Saudi Arabia 127/22050A/C/BF
Turkey 22050C
UAE 24050C/BF
Africa
Countries/regions VoltageFrequency (Hz) Plug typeAlgeria 127/22050C
Congo (dem) 22050C
Egypt 22050C
Ethiopia 22050C
Kenya 24050C/BF
Nigeria 23050C/BF
South Africa 220/23050C/BF
Tanzania 23050C/BF
Tunisia 22050C 
						

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Read this first
Before operating the unit, please read this 
manual thoroughly, and retain it for future 
reference.
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
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.
For the 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.
Regulatory Information
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: DEV-3, DEV-5, DEV-5K
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, 
CA 92127 U.S.A.
Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 
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.
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 
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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.
For the customers in Canada (For DEV-5)
This device complies with RSS-310 of 
Industry Canada. Operation is subject to 
the condition that this device does not 
cause harmful interference.
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 
 or  mark) must be used. If the plug supplied 
with this equipment has a detachable fuse 
cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after 
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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.
FOR CUSTOMERS IN EUROPE
Hereby, Sony Corporation, declares 
that this DEV-5/5K Digital Recording 
Binoculars 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/
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.
ATTENTION
The electromagnetic fields at the specific 
frequencies may influence the picture and 
sound of this unit.
This product has been tested and found 
compliant with the limits set out in the 
EMC Directive for using connection cables 
shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet).
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. 
						

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Disposal of Waste Electrical 
and Electronic Equipment 
for business use (Applicable 
in the European Union and 
other European countries with 
separate collection systems) 
(DEV-5K)
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 
take-back scheme 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 
Sony office or visit Sony Europe’s web site 
for business customers:
http://www.pro.sony.eu/environment
Disposal of Old Electrical 
& Electronic Equipment 
(Applicable in the European 
Union and other European 
countries with separate 
collection systems) (DEV-3/5)
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 
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household waste disposal service or the 
shop where you purchased the product. 
 Using this product
Do not hold this product by the following parts, 
and also do not hold this product by the jack 
covers.
Viewfinder
Do not put this product with the viewfinder 
facing down.
This product is not dustproofed, dripproofed or 
waterproofed. See “Precautions” (p. 46).
Menu items, viewfinder, and lens
A menu item that is grayed out is not available 
under the current recording or playback 
conditions.
The viewfinder 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 appear constantly in the 
viewfinder. These points are normal results of 
the manufacturing process and do not affect the 
recording in any way.
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Exposing the viewfinder or the lens to direct 
sunlight for long periods of time may cause 
malfunctions.
Do not aim at the sun. Doing so might cause 
this product to malfunction. Take images of the 
sun only in low light conditions, such as at dusk.
About language setting
The on-screen displays in each local language 
are used for illustrating the operating 
procedures. Change the screen language before 
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his product if necessary (p. 24).
On recording
To ensure stable operation of the memory card, 
it is recommended to format the memory card 
with this product before the first use. formatting 
the memory card will erase all the data stored 
on it and the data will be irrecoverable. Save 
your important data on your PC etc.
Before starting to record, test the recording 
function to make sure the image and sound are 
recorded without any problems.
Compensation for the contents of recordings 
cannot be provided, even if recording or 
playback is not possible due to a malfunction of 
this product, memory card, etc.
TV color systems differ depending on the 
country/region. To view your recordings on a 
TV, set [60i/50i Sel] to the setting required in 
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untry/region before recording (p. 22).
Television programs, films, video tapes, 
and other materials may be copyrighted. 
Unauthorized recording of such materials may 
be contrary to the copyright laws.
Because of the way that the image device 
(CMOS sensor) reads out image signals, the 
following phenomena may occur. The subjects passing by the frame rapidly 
might appear crooked depending on the 
recording conditions. (This phenomenon may 
be notable in displays having high motion 
resolution.)
Horizontal lines appear on the screen during 
recording under fluorescent lights. The 
phenomena can be reduced by adjusting the 
shutter speed.
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