NEX-C3 Camera Firmware Update (Windows)

Determine if Your Camera Needs the Update

This update only applies for NEX-3 cameras that currently have a firmware version 01, 02, 03, or 04. If your camera firmware version is already Version 04, this update is not necessary.

Check the version of your camera firmware:

1. Power on the camera.
2. Press the Menu button (upper soft key).
3. At the "Menu" screen, use the Control Wheel to select "Setup", and then press the center button of theControl Wheel.
4. At the "Setup" screen, use the Control Wheel to scroll to "Version", and then press the center buttonof the Control Wheel.
5. The firmware version is displayed on the LCD screen.
   
   If the current firmware version is 05 or higher, the camera does not need thisupdate.
6. Press the center button of the Control Wheel to close the version number display.

Important Notes

• WARNING!!: This utility is only for use with the Sony® NEX-C3 camera. Do not install thisutility with any other model.
• WARNING!!: This Digital Camera firmware update and any changes incurred by it are permanent. It is notpossible to return to a previous firmware version after updating this firmware. By continuing this update process anddownloading and updating this firmware, you acknowledge that you are aware and understand that this update cannot bereversed.
• To use the auto focus function with Supported A-mount Lenses, you must alsodownload and install a firmware update for the LA-EA1 Mount Adapter (Mount Adapter sold separately).
• This update process requires the following items for proper updating:
  • A computer with:
    • Available Hard Disk Space: 200 MB or more
    • Installed Memory (RAM): 512 MB or more
    • A USB port.
    • One of the following Microsoft® Windows® operating systems installed:
      • Windows 8
      • Windows 7 (with Service Pack 1)
      • Windows Vista® (with Service Pack 2)
        Note: Starter Edition of Windows Vista is not supported.
      • Windows XP (with Service Pack 3)
        Note: 64-bit and Starter Editions of Windows XP are not supported.
  • Camera power supply:
    • When performing the firmware update, use a fully charged NP-FW50 rechargeable battery pack, or the AC-PW20 ACadapter/charger (sold separately).
      WARNING!!: The camera may not operate properly if the power is interrupted during theupdate.
  • USB cable:
    • Use only the USB cable supplied with the camera.
      IMPORTANT: Update functionality is not guaranteed with any other USB cable.
• To ensure that no other program interferes with the installation, save all work and close all other programs. The Taskbarshould be clear of applications before proceeding.
• It is highly recommended that you print out these instructions for use as a reference during the installation process.

Supported A-mount Lenses

The SAM and SSM lenses support auto focus when used with the NEX camera and the LA-EA1 Mount Adapter (sold separately).
Note: This feature also requires a firmware update for the LA-EA1 Mount Adapter.

SAM Lenses

• DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM (SAL1855)
• DT 28-75mm F2.8 SAM (SAL2875)
• DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM (SAL55200-2)
• DT 30mm F2.8 Macro SAM (SAL30M28)
• DT 35mm F1.8 SAM (SAL35F18)
• DT 50mm F1.8 SAM (SAL50F18)
• 85mm F2.8 SAM (SAL85F28)

SSM Lenses

• Vario-Sonnar T* 16-35mm F2.8 ZA SSM (SAL1635Z)
• Vario-Sonnar T* 24-70mm F2.8 ZA SSM (SAL2470Z)
• Distagon T* 24mm F2 ZA SSM (SAL24F20G)
• 70-200mm F2.8 G (SAL70200G)
• 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G SSM (SAL70300G)
• 70-400mm F4-5.6 G SSM (SAL70400G)
• 300mm F2.8 G (SAL300F28G)

Note: With an A-mount lens attached, the auto focus speed will be slower than when an E-mount lens is attached. It takes approximately 2 to 7 seconds (based on Sony’s measurement standard) and may vary depending on the subjects or brightness of the shooting environments.