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5. Network Configuration
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You can connect to the Internet using a wired LAN
or wireless LAN.
For wired LAN, connect a LAN cable (not supplied)
to the network connector on the camcorder, and
connect to the Internet via a router.
For wireless LAN, connect to the Internet using the
IFU-WLM3 USB Wireless LAN Module (supplied),
CBK-WA02 Wireless LAN Adaptor (option), or
modem (option).
Required device for network connection
Wireless LAN connection
One of the following devices is required.
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IFU-WLM3 USB Wireless LAN Module (supplied)
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CBK-WA02 Wireless LAN Adaptor (option) +
CBK-NA1E USB Extension Adaptor supplied with
the CBK-NA1 Network Adaptor Kit (option)
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Modem (option) + CBK-NA1E USB Extension
Adaptor supplied with the CBK-NA1 Network
Adaptor Kit (option)
Wired LAN connection
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LAN cable (not supplied)
[Notes]
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The wireless LAN module may not be available in some
countries/regions.
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The frequency band for the wireless LAN module is shared
by various devices. Depending on the use environment,
transmission speed and distance may be decreased, or
communication may be disconnected, by using other
devices.
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To use the 3G/4G/LTE services, you need to contract with
a cell phone company.
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For details about the required compatible device for the
network connection, contact your Sony dealer or a Sony
service representative.
Limitations on simultaneous use of network
connection function
The camcorder can connect to a network using
wireless LAN or wired LAN methods.
However, there are limits on the simultaneous use
of these connection functions.
For details, see “Limitations on Simultaneous Use
of Network Functions” (page 76).
Connecting Using a LAN Cable
(Wired LAN Connection)
You can connect to the Internet using a wired LAN
connection via a router connected to the network
connector on the camcorder.
Internet
Router
Computer
1
Connect the network connector of the
camcorder and a router using a LAN cable.
2
Set Maintenance >Network >Wired LAN to
Enable.
3
Set Maintenance >Network >Setting to On.
An IP address is automatically assigned to the
camcorder.
[Notes]
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It may take some time (30 seconds to 1 minute) for the
wired LAN connection to become enabled. Wait until
the network status indicator (page 17) LAN icon stops
flashing on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder.
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To transfer original files/proxy files recorded on the
camcorder, use Wi-Fi remote control, operate the web
menu, or monitor output using the “Content Browser
Mobile” application, set Maintenance >Network >Wired
LAN Remote in the setup menu to On (page 107).
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When connected to a network, using a LAN cable, that will
not be used to connect to the Internet, it is recommended
that Wired LAN Remote be set to On to prevent
unauthorized access from the Internet. When connecting
to the Internet, check that the network connection is to a
secure network before use.
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A wired LAN connection is not possible if a modem
(option) is attached to the USB wireless LAN module
connector. For wired LAN connection, first remove the
modem (option).
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When connected to the Internet using Wi-Fi Station mode
and the wired LAN is not connected to the Internet, a
network error may occur and Internet-related functions
may not operate. In this case, set Wired LAN to Disable,
and connect to the Internet using Wi-Fi- Station mode
only.
Preparation for Connection to the
Internet Using a Modem
Attach the CBK-NA1E USB extension adaptor,
supplied with the CBK-NA1 Network Adaptor
Kit (option), to the USB wireless LAN module
connector on the camcorder when planning to
connect to the Internet via a 3G/4G network using
the USB wireless LAN module connector.
1
Attach the attachment bracket to the handle
in the position shown in the following
diagram.
For attachment of the attachment bracket
(Service Part No. A-2092-367-), contact a Sony
service representative.
Attachment bracket
2
Attach the USB extension adaptor to the
attachment bracket.
Connecting to the Internet
