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How to connect the camera to a mobile device to copy or upload images.

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IMPORTANT: If you have not yet downloaded and installed PlayMemories Mobile, you need to download the application for free from the application store on your mobile device before continuing with this procedure.
  1. Insert a memory card which contains still images or movies into the camera.
  2. Press the NEXT button to turn on the camera.
  3. Press the NEXT button repeatedly until SEND is displayed.
  4. Press the ENTER button.

    NOTE: The message PREP will be momentarily displayed, followed by the message AWAIT. The Wi-Fi function is now activated and ready to connect with the mobile device.

  5. Connect wireless with your mobile device.

    iOS mobile devices

    1. Select Settings, Wi-Fi, and select the camera.
    2. Enter the password provided on the sticker attached to the operating guide of the camera.

      NOTE: If you cannot find your password, refer to Where is the ID and password for my camera to connect to Wi-Fi with a mobile device?

    3. Launch PlayMemories Mobile on your mobile device.
    4. Your mobile device is now connected to the camera and ready to copy or upload images and movies.

    Android mobile devices

    1. Launch PlayMemories Mobile on your mobile device and select the camera.
    2. Enter the password provided on the sticker attached to the operating guide of the camera. 

      NOTE: If you cannot find your password, refer to Where is the ID and password for my camera to connect to Wi-Fi with a mobile device?

    3. Your mobile device is now connected to the camera and ready to copy or upload images and movies.