Table of contents Basic Operations Using the shooting functions Using the viewing functions Customizing the settings Viewing images on a TV Using your computer Printing still images Troubleshooting Others Cyber-shot Handbook Index DSC-W210/W215/W220/W230 © 2009 Sony Corporation 4-136-563-11(1) GB
Notes on using the camera Notes on the types of “Memory Stick” media that you can use (sold separately) “Memory Stick Duo” media: You can use a “Memory Stick Duo” media with the camera. “Memory Stick” media: You cannot use a “Memory Stick” media with the camera. Other memory cards cannot be used. • For details on “Memory Stick Duo” media, see page 121. Carl Zeiss lens The camera is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens which is capable of reproducing sharp images with excellent contrast.
Table of contents Notes on using the camera .......................................................................2 Basic techniques for better images ...........................................................7 Focus – Focusing on a subject successfully..................................................... 7 Exposure – Adjusting the light intensity ............................................................ 9 Color – On the effects of lighting...............................................................
Table of contents Using the shooting functions Shooting menu........................................................................................
Table of contents Customizing the settings Customizing the Manage Memory feature and the Settings ...................66 Manage Memory ...............................................................................68 Memory Tool — Memory Stick Tool..................................................68 Format Create REC.Folder Change REC.Folder Copy Memory Tool — Internal Memory Tool .............................................70 Format Settings .............................................................
Table of contents Using your computer Enjoying your Windows computer........................................................... 84 Installing the software (supplied) ............................................................ 86 On the “PMB (Picture Motion Browser)” (supplied)................................. 87 Copying images to your computer using the “PMB” ............................... 88 Copying images to a computer without “PMB”........................................
Basic techniques for better images Focus Exposure Color Quality Flash This section describes the basics so you can enjoy the camera. It tells you how to use various camera functions such as the mode dial (page 22), the HOME screen (page 36) and the menus (page 38). Focus Focusing on a subject successfully When you press the shutter button halfway down, the camera adjusts the focus automatically (Auto Focus). Remember to press the shutter button only halfway down.
Basic techniques for better images Hints for preventing blur The camera moved accidentally when you took the image. This is called “Camera shake.” On the other hand, if the subject moved when you took the image, it is called “subject blur.” Camera shake Cause Your hands or body shake while you hold the camera and press the shutter button, and the entire screen is blurred. What you can do to reduce the blurring • Use a tripod or place the camera on a flat surface to hold the camera steady.
Basic techniques for better images Exposure Adjusting the light intensity You can create various images by adjusting the exposure and the ISO sensitivity. Exposure is the amount of light that the camera will receive when you release the shutter.
Basic techniques for better images Adjusting ISO Sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index) ISO sensitivity is a speed rating for recording media that incorporates an image sensor that receives light. Even when the exposure is the same, images differ depending on the ISO sensitivity. To adjust the ISO sensitivity, see page 47. High ISO sensitivity Records a bright image even in dark locations while increasing shutter speed to reduce blur. However, the image tends to become noisy.
Basic techniques for better images Quality On “image quality” and “image size” A digital image is made up of a collection of small dots called pixels. If it contains a large number of pixels, the image becomes large, it takes up more memory, and the image is displayed in fine detail. “Image size” is shown by the number of pixels. Although you cannot see the differences on the screen of the camera, the fine detail and data processing time differ when the image is printed or displayed on a computer screen.
Basic techniques for better images The default settings are marked with *1) *2) . Image size Usage guidelines No.
Basic techniques for better images Flash On using the flash The eyes of the subject may come out red, or fuzzy white circular spots may appear when using the flash. These phenomena can be reduced by taking the following steps. The “Red-eye phenomenon” Pupils become dilated in dark environments. Flash light is reflected off the blood vessels at the back of the eye (retina), causing the “red-eye” phenomenon.
Identifying parts See the pages in parentheses for details of operation.
Identifying parts I Multi connector (bottom) Used in the following situations: • Making a USB connection between the camera and the computer. • Making a connection to audio/video input jacks on a TV. • Making a connection to a PictBridge compliant printer. J Tripod receptacle (bottom) • Use a tripod with a screw less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch) long. Otherwise, you cannot firmly secure the camera, and damage to the camera may occur.
Indicators on the screen Each time you press v (DISP) on the control button, the display changes (page 20). See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. When shooting still images Display Indication Mode dial/Menu (Scene Selection) (27) • (SteadyShot) mode is available only for DSCW210/W215. Mode dial (Program Auto) (22) White Balance (51, 52) Burst mode/Bracket mode (44) Metering Mode (48) • The indicators are limited in Easy Shooting mode.
Indicators on the screen Display Indication Smile Detection Sensitivity indicator/Number of images (30) C Display Indication Recording folder (68) • This does not appear when using internal memory.
Indicators on the screen When playing back still images A Display Indication Battery remaining Low battery warning (116) Image Size (41) Protect (63) When playing back movies VOL. Volume (32) Print order (DPOF) mark (103) PictBridge connecting (100) Zoom scaling (32) PictBridge connecting (102) • Do not disconnect the cable for multi-use terminal while the icon is displayed.
Indicators on the screen C Display Indication Playback folder (65) • This does not appear when using internal memory. 8/8 12/12 Image number/Number of images recorded in selected folder Playback Media (“Memory Stick Duo” media, Internal memory) Changing folder (65) • This does not appear when using internal memory. Metering Mode (48) Flash White Balance (51) C:32:00 Self-diagnosis display (116) ISO400 ISO number (47) +2.0EV Exposure Value (46) 500 Shutter speed F3.
Changing the screen display v (DISP) (Screen display) button Each time you press v (DISP) on the control button, the display changes as follows: Indicators on Indicators on* • If you view images in bright outside light, adjust the brightness of the LCD backlight up. However, the battery power may decrease faster under such condition. • The histogram does not appear in the following situations: While shooting – When the menu is displayed. – When recording movies.
Using the internal memory The camera has approximately 15 MB of internal memory. This memory is not removable. Even when there is no “Memory Stick Duo” media inserted in the camera, you can record images using this internal memory. • Movies with the image size set to [640(Fine)] cannot be recorded using the internal memory. When a “Memory Stick Duo” media is inserted [Recording]: Images are recorded on the “Memory Stick Duo” media. [Playback]: Images on the “Memory Stick Duo” media are played back.
Basic Operations Using the mode dial Set the mode dial to the desired function. Mode dial : Auto Adjustment mode Allows shooting with the settings adjusted automatically. t page 23 : Easy Shooting mode Allows you to shoot still images using the minimum necessary functions with easy-to-see indicators. t page 24 : Program Auto mode* Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value). : Movie Mode Allows you to record movies with audio.
Shooting images (Auto Adjustment mode) Shutter button Macro button Speaker DISP button Flash button W/T (Zoom) button Mode dial Self-timer button z button Control button 1 Select the desired function from the mode dial. When shooting still images (Auto Adjustment mode): Select When shooting movies: Select . Basic Operations v/V/b/B button MENU button . 2 Hold the camera, with your elbows pressed against your body to steady it. Position the subject in the center of the focus frame.
Shooting images (Auto Adjustment mode) 3 Shoot with the shutter button. When shooting still images: 1Press and hold the shutter button halfway down to focus. The z (AE/AF lock) indicator (green) flashes, a beep sounds, the indicator stops flashing and remains lit. AE/AF lock indicator 2Press the shutter button fully down. When shooting movies: Press the shutter button fully down. To stop recording, press the shutter button fully down again.
Shooting images (Auto Adjustment mode) W/T Using the zoom Press T to zoom, press W to return the zoom. • When the zoom scale exceeds 4×, the camera uses the Digital Zoom function. For details on the [Digital Zoom] settings and the image quality, see page 76. • You cannot change the zoom scale while shooting a movie. Flash (Selecting a flash mode for still images) Press B ( ) on the control button repeatedly until the desired mode is selected.
Shooting images (Auto Adjustment mode) Using the self-timer Press V ( ) on the control button repeatedly until the desired mode is selected. (No indicator): Not using the self-timer : Setting the 10-second delay self-timer : Setting the 2-second delay self-timer When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes and a beep sounds until the shutter operates. Self-timer lamp To cancel, press V ( ) again. • Use the 2-second delay self-timer to prevent blur of an image.
Shooting still images (Scene Selection) Shutter button z button v/V/b/B button Control button Mode dial Select the mode in the mode dial Basic Operations MENU button 1 Select the desired mode of Scene Selection with the mode dial. 2 Shoot with the shutter button. Select the mode in SCN 1 Select SCN with the mode dial. 2 Press MENU button, and select the mode with v/V/b/B on the control button (page 41). 3 Shoot with the shutter button. • For details on the mode, see next page.
Shooting still images (Scene Selection) Scene Selection modes The following modes are preset to match the scene conditions. Smile Shutter When the camera detects a smile, the shutter is released automatically. For details, see page 30. High Sensitivity Allows you to shoot images without a flash under low light conditions, reducing blur. Twilight Portrait* Allows you to shoot sharp images of people with the night view in the background without compromising the atmosphere.
Shooting still images (Scene Selection) Functions you can use in Scene Selection For shooting an image appropriately according to the scene condition, a combination of functions is determined by the camera. indicates a function is available, and — that it is unavailable. Some functions are not available, depending on the Scene Selection mode.
Shooting still images (Scene Selection) Shooting in Smile Shutter mode When the camera detects a smile, the shutter is released automatically. 1 Select (Smile Shutter) mode from the mode dial. 2 Aim the camera at the subject and press the shutter button halfway down to focus. 3 Press the shutter button all the way down to set Smile Detection mode. The Smile Shutter enters standby.
Shooting still images (Scene Selection) z Hints for better capturing of smiles Basic Operations 1 Do not cover the eyes with the bangs. 2 Try to orient the face in front of the camera and be as level as possible. The detection rate is higher when the eyes are narrowed. 3 Give a clear smile with an open mouth. The smile is easier to detect when the teeth are showing.
Viewing images (Playback zoom) button (Index) button z button v/V/b/B button (Playback) button Control button MENU button HOME button 1 Press (Playback) button. • If you press (Playback) button when the camera is powered off, the camera is turned on automatically and set to playback mode. To switch to the shooting mode, press (Playback) button again. 2 Select an image with b/B on the control button. Movie: Press z to play back a movie. (Press z again to stop playback.
Viewing images To view an index screen Press (Index) to display the index screen while a single image is displayed. Select an image with v/V/b/B. To return to the single image screen, press z. Image Index] from (View Images) on the HOME screen. • Each time you press (Index), the number of images on the index screen increases. • When using the “Memory Stick Duo” media, and there are several folders, select the folder selection bar with b, then select the desired folder with v/V.
Deleting images (Index) button (Playback) button z button v/V/b/B button MENU ( ) button Control button 1 Press (Playback) button. 2 Press MENU ( 3 Select ) button while displaying in single-image or index mode. (Delete) with v/V on the control button. 4 Select the desired deletion method with b/B from among [This Image], [Multiple Images] and [All in This Folder], then press z. • The displayed item differs according to the selected playback mode (single-image mode or index mode).
Deleting images When you select [This Image] You can delete the selected image. Select [OK] with v, then press z. When you select [Multiple Images] You can select and delete multiple images simultaneously. 1 Select the images you want to delete, then press z. The mark is checked in the checkbox of the image. Index Display Basic Operations Single Image 2 Press MENU ( ) button. 3 Select [OK] with v, then press z.
Learning the various functions – HOME/Menu Using the HOME screen The HOME screen is the gateway screen for all the functions of the camera, and can be called up regardless of the mode setting (shooting/viewing). Control button z button v/V/b/B button HOME button 1 Press HOME button to display the HOME screen. Category Item Guide 2 Select a category with b/B on the control button. 3 Select an item with v/V, then press z.
Learning the various functions – HOME/Menu HOME items Pressing HOME displays the following items. Only the available items are displayed on the screen. Details on the items are displayed on the screen by the guide. Categories Shooting*1 View Images Items Shooting (page 22) Single Image Slideshow Slideshow (page 56) Music Tool (page 95) Download Music Print Manage Memory Format Music Print (page 100) Basic Operations Image Index Memory Tool Memory Stick Tool (page 68) Format Change REC.
Learning the various functions – HOME/Menu Using the menu items z button v/V/b/B button MENU button Control button 1 Press MENU button to display the menu. Function Guide Setting [Function Guide] to [Off] turns off the function guide (page 71). • The menu will be displayed only during shooting and playback mode. • Different items will become visible depending on the selected mode. 2 Select a desired menu item with v/V on the control button.
Menu items The available menu items vary depending on the mode setting (shooting/viewing), and the mode dial position in the shooting mode. Only the available items are displayed on the screen.
Menu items Viewing menu (page 56) (Delete) (Retouch) (Slideshow) (Multi-Purpose Resize) (Protect) (Print) (Select Folder) 40 (Rotate)
Using the shooting functions Shooting menu The functions in shooting mode using MENU are described below. For details on how to operate the menu, see page 38. Only the available items are displayed on the screen. The default settings are marked with . Scene Selection: Selecting the scene selection Selects the scene selection in the menu. You can shoot images with the settings pre-adjusted to match various scene conditions (page 27).
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 38 Flash: Flash setting Selects the flash setting in Easy Shooting mode. Auto Flash strobes when there is insufficient light or backlight. Off Does not use the flash. Face Detection: Detecting the face of subject Selects whether to use the Face Detection function or not, and also selects the priority subject for adjusting the focus when using the function.
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 38 • When the camera detects more than one subject, the camera will judge which is the main subject and set focus by priority. The Face Detection frame for the main subject will turn orange. • The frame for which the focus is set will turn green by pressing the shutter button halfway down. • Faces may not be detected correctly when: – It is too dark or too bright. – Faces are partially hidden by sunglasses, masks, hats, etc.
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 38 REC Mode: Selecting the continuous shooting method Selects whether the camera performs continuous shooting or not when you press the shutter button. (Normal) (Burst) Does not shoot continuously. Records 100 images in succession when you press and hold down the shutter button. • The flash is set to BRK±0.3EV BRK±0.7EV BRK±1.0EV (Flash forced off). Records a series of three images with the exposure values automatically shifted (Exposure Bracket).
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 38 Scene Recognition: Determining the scene to be shot and taking the shot The camera automatically detects shooting conditions, such as backlight or a night scene, and then takes the shot. (Off) Does not use the Scene Recognition. (Auto) The camera detects conditions such as backlight or a night scene and takes the shot using the optimal settings.
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 38 • When the Face Detection function is [Off], (Twilight Portrait) and (Backlight Portrait) scenes cannot be detected. • (Twilight using a tripod) scenes sometimes cannot be recognized in an environment where vibrations are transferred to the camera even though it is fixed on a tripod (DSC-W220/W230 only). • Sometimes a slow shutter results when a scene is recognized as a (Twilight using a tripod).
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 38 ISO: Selecting a luminous sensitivity Selects the ISO sensitivity. Low ISO sensitivity (Auto) High ISO sensitivity • For details on the ISO sensitivity, see page 9. • You can select only from [ISO AUTO], [ISO 100] to [ISO 400] when set to Burst or Exposure Bracket. • When shooting under brighter conditions, the camera automatically increases its tone reproduction and helps prevent images to become whitish (excluding when [ISO] is set to [ISO 100]).
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 38 Metering Mode: Selecting the metering mode Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the exposure. (Multi) Divides into multiple regions and measures each region. The camera determines a well-balanced exposure (Multi-pattern metering). (Center) Measures the center of the image, and determines the exposure based on the brightness of the subject there (Centerweighted metering).
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 38 Focus: Changing the focus method You can change the focus method. Use the menu when it is difficult to get the proper focus in auto focus mode. (Multi AF) Focuses on a subject in all ranges of the finder frame automatically. • This mode is useful when the subject is not in the center of the frame. AF range finder frame indicator (Center AF) Focuses on a subject in the center of the finder frame automatically.
Shooting menu 0.5 m 1.0 m 3.0 m 7.0 m (unlimited distance) For details on the operation 1 page 38 Automatically focuses quickly on the area around a previously set distance (Semi-manual). • Focuses on a subject in all ranges of the finder frame in semi manual mode. • This mode is useful when repeatedly shooting a subject at the same distance. • Use “Semi manual” when it is difficult to get sharp focus with automatic focusing, such as when shooting a subject through a net or window.
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 38 2 When the AE/AF lock indicator stops flashing and remains on, return to the fully composed shot, and press the shutter button fully down. White Balance: Adjusting the color tones (Auto) Adjusts the white balance automatically so that the colors appear natural. (Daylight) Adjusts for conditions outside under a clear sky, at sundown, night scenes, the presence of neon signs or fireworks. (Cloudy) Adjusts for a cloudy sky or a shady location.
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 38 n (Incandescent) Adjusts for places under an incandescent lamp, or under bright lighting, such as in a photo studio. (Flash) (Only for still image) Adjusts for the flash conditions. • For details on the white balance, see page 10. • Under fluorescent lights that flicker, the white balance function may not work correctly even though you select [Fluorescent Light 1], [Fluorescent Light 2] or [Fluorescent Light 3].
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 38 Flash Level: Adjusting the amount of flash light Adjusts the amount of flash light. (–) Makes the flash level lower. (Normal) (+) Makes the flash level higher. • To change flash mode, see page 25. • If the subject is too bright or dark, this adjustment may have no effect. Red Eye Reduction: Setting the Red Eye Reduction function (Auto) The flash strobes to reduce the red-eye phenomenon automatically when the Face Detection function is activated.
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 38 DRO: Optimizing the brightness and contrast Analyzes the scene to be shot, and improves the image quality by automatic correction. (Off) (DRO standard) (DRO plus) Does not adjust. The camera automatically adjusts the brightness and contrast of the entire scene. The camera automatically adjusts brightness and contrast of the images area-by-area.
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 38 (Sepia) Sets the image to sepia color. (B & W) Sets the image to black and white. Selects the anti-blur mode. (Shooting) Activates the anti-blur function when pressing the shutter button halfway down. (Continuous) Always activates the anti-blur function. You can stabilize images even when zooming up a far subject.
Using the viewing functions Viewing menu This section explains the menu items available when you press MENU button in playback mode. For details on how to use the menu, see page 38. (Delete): Deleting images Selects and deletes images on the single-image screen or the index screen. See page 34. (This Image) Deletes the image that is now selected. (Multiple Images) Selects and deletes multiple images. (All in This Folder) Deletes all the images in the selected folder.
Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 38 Effects A simple slideshow switching still images at a preset interval Basic A basic slideshow suitable for a wide range of scenes Nostalgic A moody slideshow reproducing the atmosphere of a movie scene Stylish A stylish slideshow proceeding at a middle tempo Active A high-tempo slideshow suitable for active scenes Face 1:Basic A mid-tempo slideshow suitable for various scenes that makes the most of images that include faces.
Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 38 Interval 1 sec Sets the display interval of images for a [Simple] slideshow. 3 sec 5 sec 10 sec Auto The interval is set to suit the selected [Effects] item. The setting is fixed to [Auto] when [Simple] is not selected as the [Effects]. Repeat On Plays back images in a continuous loop. Off After all the images have been played back, the slideshow ends.
Viewing menu (Trimming) For details on the operation 1 page 38 Playback zoom is performed on the image and part of the image is cropped. 1 Press W/T to zoom in on the trimming range. 2 Set the point with v/V/b/B, then press MENU button. 3 Select [Image Size] with v/V, then press z. Select an image size to record with v/V, then press z again. 4 Select [OK] with v/V, then press z. • The image size that you can trim may vary depending on the image. • The quality of trimmed images may deteriorate.
Viewing menu (Soft Focus) For details on the operation 1 page 38 Blurs the periphery around a chosen point to emphasize a subject. 1 Set the center point of the desired image to retouch with v/V/ b/B, then press MENU button. 2 Select [Level] with v/V, then press z. Select level of retouch with v/V, then press z again. 3 Adjust the desired range to retouch with W/T. 4 Select [OK] with v/V, then press z. (Partial Color) Surrounds a chosen point in monochrome to signalize a subject.
Viewing menu (Cross Filter) For details on the operation 1 page 38 Adds starburst effects to light sources. 1 Select [Level] with v/V, then press z. Select level of retouch with v/V, then press z again. 2 Adjust the desired length to retouch with W/T. 3 Select [OK] with v/V, then press z. (Radial Blur) Decides the center point for expressing movement in the still image.
Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 38 (Happy Faces) Puts a smile on a person’s face. When the camera detects a face that can be retouched, a frame appears around the face. 1 Select [Level] with v/V, then press z. Select level of retouch with v/V, then press z again. 2 Select [OK] with v/V, then press z. • Retouching may not be possible depending on the image.
Viewing menu • • • • For details on the operation 1 page 38 For details about the image size, see page 11. You cannot resize movies. You cannot resize the images from VGA to [HDTV]. Enlarging the image and multi resizing can reduce the image quality. (Protect): Preventing accidental erasure Protects images against accidental erasure. The image. (Protect) indicator appears on a protected (This Image) Protects/unlocks the currently selected image.
Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 38 In index mode: 3 Select the image you want to protect with v/V/b/B, then press z. The is attached to the selected image. 4 To protect other images, repeat step 3. 5 To select all the images in a folder, select the folder selection bar with b, then press z. The is attached to the selected folder. 6 Press MENU button. 7 Select [OK] with v, then press z. • When there are more than 999 files, all the images cannot be protected.
Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 38 (Rotate): Rotating a still image Rotates a still image. 1 Display the image to be rotated. 2 Press MENU button to display the menu. 3 Select [Rotate] with v/V on the control button, then press z. 4 Select [ ], then rotate the image with b/B. 5 Select [OK] with v/V, then press z. (Select Folder): Selecting the folder for viewing images Selects the folder containing the image you want to play back when using the camera with a “Memory Stick Duo” media.
Customizing the settings Customizing the Manage Memory feature and the Settings You can change the default settings using HOME screen. (Manage Memory) or (Settings) on the Control button z button v/V/b/B button HOME button 1 Press HOME button to display the HOME screen. 2 Select (Manage Memory) or (Settings) with b/B on the control button. 3 Select an item with v/V, then press z. 4 Select the desired setting with v/V, then press z. • HOME screen is displayed by pressing b.
Customizing the Manage Memory feature and the Settings 5 Select a setting with v/V, then press z. To cancel the setting change Select [Cancel] if it is shown as an option on the screen, then press z. If not, press b. • This setting is maintained even when the power is turned off. • The camera is set to the shooting or viewing mode by pressing HOME button again.
Manage Memory For details on the operation 1 page 66 Memory Tool — Memory Stick Tool This item appears only when a “Memory Stick Duo” media is inserted in the camera. Format Formats the “Memory Stick Duo” media. A commercially available “Memory Stick Duo” media is already formatted, and can be used immediately. • Note that formatting permanently erases all data on a “Memory Stick Duo” media, including even protected images. 1 Select [Format] with v/V on the control button, then press z.
Manage Memory For details on the operation 1 page 66 Change REC.Folder Changes the folder currently used for recording images. 1 Select [Change REC.Folder] with v/V on the control button, then press z. The folder selection screen appears. 2 Select the desired folder with b/B, and [OK] with v, then press z. To cancel changing the recording folder Select [Cancel] in step 2, then press z. • You cannot select the “100MSDCF” folder as a recording folder. • You cannot move recorded images to another folder.
Manage Memory For details on the operation 1 page 66 Memory Tool — Internal Memory Tool This item does not appear when a “Memory Stick Duo” media is inserted in the camera. Format Formats the internal memory. • Note that formatting permanently erases all data in the internal memory, including even protected images. 1 Select [Format] with v/V on the control button, then press z. The message “All data on internal memory will be erased” appears. 2 Select [OK] with v, then press z. Formatting starts.
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 66 Main Settings — Main Settings 1 The default settings are marked with . Beep Selects the sound produced when you operate the camera. Shutter Turns on the shutter sound when you press the shutter button. On Turns on the beep/shutter sound when you press the control/ shutter button. Off Turns off the beep/shutter sound. Function Guide When you operate the camera, the function guide appears. Displays the function guide.
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 66 Smile demo mode You can view a demonstration of the Smile Shutter mode. On Executes a demonstration when using Smile Shutter mode. Off Does not execute. 1 Select (Smile Shutter) mode from the mode dial (page 28). 2 Aim the camera at the subject and press the shutter button all the way down. The demonstration starts. • If you do not operate the camera for about 15 seconds, the demonstration starts automatically even if the shutter button is not pressed.
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 66 Main Settings — Main Settings 2 The default settings are marked with . USB Connect Selects the USB mode when connecting the camera to a computer or a PictBridge compliant printer using the cable for multi-use terminal. Auto The camera recognizes automatically and sets up communication with a computer or PictBridge compliant printer (pages 88 and 100).
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 66 Video Out Sets the video signal output according to the TV color system of the connected video equipment. The TV color systems differ depending on the country and region. To view images on a TV screen, check the TV color system of the country or region of use (page 83). NTSC Sets the video output signal to NTSC mode (e.g., for the USA, Japan). PAL Sets the video output signal to PAL mode (e.g., for Europe).
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 66 Shooting Settings — Shooting Settings 1 The default settings are marked with . AF Illuminator The AF illuminator supplies fill light to focus more easily on a subject in dark surroundings. The AF illuminator emits red light allowing the camera to focus easily when the shutter button is pressed halfway, until the focus is locked. The indicator appears at this time. Auto Uses the AF illuminator. Off Does not use AF illuminator.
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 66 AF Mode Selects the auto focus operation mode. Single Automatically adjusts the focus when you press and hold the shutter button halfway down. This mode is useful for shooting stationary subjects. Monitor Automatically adjusts the focus before you press and hold the shutter button halfway down. This mode shortens the time needed for focusing. • Battery consumption is faster than in [Single] mode.
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 66 Image size and total zoom scale using Smart zoom (Including optical zoom 4×) Size Total zoom scale 8M Approx. 4.9× 5M Approx. 6.2× 3M Approx. 7.8× VGA Approx. 25× 16:9(2M) Approx. 8.3× • You cannot use the Digital Zoom when: – (Smile Shutter) mode is selected in the Scene Selection mode. – Shooting movies. Conversion Lens Sets for achieving appropriate focus when attaching a conversion lens (sold separately).
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 66 Shooting Settings — Shooting Settings 2 The default settings are marked with . Auto Orientation (DSC-W220/W230 only) When the camera is rotated to shoot a portrait (vertical) image, the camera records its position change and displays the image in the portrait position. On Records the image with the correct orientation. Off Does not use Auto Orientation. • Black is displayed to the left and right of vertical orientation images.
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 66 Clock Settings Clock Settings Sets the date and time. 1 Select [ Clock Settings] from (Settings) on the HOME screen. 2 Press z on the control button. 3 Select the date display format with v/V, then press z. 4 Select each item with b/B and set the numeric value with v/V, then press z. 5 Select [OK], then press z. To cancel the clock setting Select [Cancel] in step 5, then press z.
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 66 Language Setting Language Setting Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages.
Viewing images on a TV Viewing images on a TV You can view images on a TV by connecting the camera to a TV. The connection varies according to the type of TV the camera is connected to. Viewing images by connecting the camera to a TV with the supplied cable for multi-use terminal Turn off both the camera and the TV before connecting the camera to the TV. 1 Connect the camera to the TV with the cable for multi-use terminal (supplied).
Viewing images on a TV Viewing an image by connecting the camera to an HDTV You can view an image with high quality* recorded on the camera by connecting the camera to an HD (High Definition) TV with the HD Output Adaptor Cable (sold separately). Turn off both the camera and the TV before connecting the camera to the TV. * Images shot in [VGA] image size cannot be played back in HD format. • In [Wide Zoom Display], still images with an aspect of 4:3 or 3:2 can be displayed with an aspect of 16:9 (page 74).
Viewing images on a TV 3 Press (Playback) button to turn on the camera. Images shot with the camera appear on the TV. Press b/B on the control button to select the desired image. • Set [COMPONENT] to [HD(1080i)] in [Main Settings 2] by selecting (Settings) on the HOME screen (page 73). • When using the camera abroad, it may be necessary to switch the video signal output to match that of your TV system (page 74). • You cannot view movies output in [HD(1080i)] signal format.
Using your computer Enjoying your Windows computer For details on using a Macintosh computer, refer to “Using your Macintosh computer” (page 96). Illustrations of screens used in this section are based on the English version. Install the software (supplied) first (page 86) • Installing the software as follows: – “PMB” – “Music Transfer” Copying images to your computer (page 88) • Copying images to your computer using “PMB”.
Enjoying your Windows computer Recommended computer environment The following environment is recommended for a computer connected to the camera. Recommended environment for copying images OS (pre-installed): Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional SP4/Windows XP*1 SP3/Windows Vista*2 SP1 • Operation is not assured in an environment based on an upgrade of the operating systems described above or in a multi-boot environment.
Installing the software (supplied) You can install the software (supplied) using the following procedure. • Log on as Administrator. 1 Turn on your computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive. The installation menu screen appears. • If it does not appear, double-click [Computer] (in Windows XP, [My Computer]) t (SONYPICTUTIL). • Under Windows Vista, the AutoPlay screen may appear. Select “Run Install.exe.
On the “PMB (Picture Motion Browser)” (supplied) You can use still images and movies from the camera more than ever by taking advantage of the software. This section summarizes the “PMB”. For details, see the “PMB Guide”. “PMB” overview With the “PMB” you can: • Import images shot with the camera and display them on the computer. • Organize images on the computer on a calendar by shooting date to view them. • Copy images on the computer to the recording media. • Retouch (Red Eye Correction, etc.
Copying images to your computer using the “PMB” Preparing the camera and the computer Connecting the camera to your computer 1 Insert a “Memory Stick Duo” media with recorded images into the camera. • When copying images in the internal memory, this step is unnecessary.
Copying images to your computer using the “PMB” Copying images to a computer 1 Connects the camera to a computer as described in “Connecting the camera to your computer”. Viewing images on your computer When importing is complete, the “PMB” starts. Thumbnails of the imported images are displayed. After making a USB connection, the [Import Media Files] screen of “PMB” appears automatically. • The “Pictures” (in Windows XP, “My Pictures”) folder is set as the default folder in “Viewed folders”.
Copying images to your computer using the “PMB” To delete the USB connection Perform the procedures from step 1 to 4 below before: • Disconnecting the cable for multi-use terminal. • Removing a “Memory Stick Duo” media. • Inserting a “Memory Stick Duo” media into the camera after copying images from the internal memory. • Turning off the camera.
Copying images to your computer using the “PMB” • Image files are named as follows: – Still image files: DSC0ssss.JPG – Movie files: MOV0ssss.MPG – Index image files that are recorded when you record movies: MOV0ssss.THM ssss stands for any number within the range from 0001 to 9999. The numerical portions of the name of a movie file recorded in movie mode and its corresponding index image file are the same. • For more information about folders, see pages 65 and 68.
Copying images to a computer without “PMB” You can copy images to your computer without “PMB” as follows. For a computer with a “Memory Stick” media slot: Remove the “Memory Stick Duo” media from the camera and insert it in the “Memory Stick Duo” media Adaptor. Insert the “Memory Stick Duo” media Adaptor in the computer and copy the images.
Copying images to a computer without “PMB” 3 Click [Open folder to view files] (For Windows XP: [Open folder to view files] t [OK]) as the wizard screen appears automatically on the desktop. 6 Click the [Documents] (For Windows XP: [My Documents]) folder. Then, right-click on the “Documents” window to display the menu and click [Paste]. 1 2 • When the wizard screen does not appear automatically, follow the procedure: t “For Windows 2000”. 4 Double-click [DCIM].
Viewing image files stored on a computer with the camera copying to the “Memory Stick Duo” media This section describes the process using a Windows computer as an example. When an image file copied to a computer no longer remains on a “Memory Stick Duo” media, you can view that image again on the camera by copying the image file on the computer to a “Memory Stick Duo” media. • Skip step 1 if the file name set with the camera has not been changed.
Using the “Music Transfer” (supplied) You can change the Music files that are preset at the factory to the desired Music files using “Music Transfer” in the CDROM (supplied). You can also delete or add these files whenever you want.
Using your Macintosh computer You can copy images to your Macintosh computer. • “PMB” is not compatible with Macintosh computers. Recommended computer environment The following environment is recommended for a computer connected to the camera. Recommended environment for copying images OS (pre-installed): Mac OS 9.1/9.2/ Mac OS X(v10.1 to v10.5) USB jack: Provided as standard Recommended environment for using “Music Transfer” OS (pre-installed): Mac OS X (v10.3 to v10.
Using your Macintosh computer 4 View images on the computer. Double-click the hard disk icon t the desired image file in the folder containing the copied files to open that image file. To install “Music Transfer” • Shut down all other application software before you install “Music Transfer”. • For installation, you need to log on as Administrator. 1 Turn on your Macintosh computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive.
Viewing “Cyber-shot Step-up Guide” When you install “Cyber-shot Handbook”, “Cyber-shot Step-up Guide” is also installed. “Cyber-shot Step-up Guide” further introduces how to use the camera and optional accessories. Viewing on Macintosh 1 Copy the [stepupguide] folder in the [stepupguide] folder to your computer. Viewing on Windows Double-click (Step-up Guide) on the desktop.
Printing still images How to print still images When you print images shot in [16:9] mode, both edges may be cut off, so be sure to check before printing (page 113). Printing directly using a PictBridge compliant printer (page 100) You can print images by connecting the camera directly to a PictBridge compliant printer. Printing directly using a “Memory Stick” media compliant printer You can print images with a “Memory Stick” media compliant printer.
Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer Even if you do not have a computer, you can print images shot using the camera by connecting the camera directly to a PictBridge compliant printer. • “PictBridge” is based on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) • You cannot print movies. • If the indicator flashes on the screen of the camera (error notification), check the connected printer.
Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer Stage 2: Connecting the camera to the printer 3 Press MENU button, select [Print] with v/V on the control button, then press z. 1 Connect the camera to the printer. 2 To the multi connector The camera is set to playback mode, then an image and the print menu appear on the screen. Stage 3: Selecting images you want to print 1 To the USB jack Cable for multi-use terminal Select [This Image] or [Multiple Images] with v/V, then press z.
Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer Stage 4: Printing 1 Select print settings with v/V/b/ B. 2 Select [OK] with v, then press z. The image is printed. • Do not disconnect the cable for multi-use terminal while the (PictBridge Connecting) indicator appears on the screen. indicator [Quantity] Selects the number of copies of the specified image to be printed. • The designated number of images may not all fit onto a single sheet depending on the quantity of images.
Printing at a shop You can take a “Memory Stick Duo” media containing images shot with the camera to a photo printing service shop. As long as the shop supports photo printing services conforming to the DPOF, you can make a (Print order) mark on images in advance so that you do not need to reselect them when you print them out at the shop. Marking a selected image (Playback) button • You cannot print images stored in the internal memory at a print shop directly from the camera.
Printing at a shop Selecting and marking the images 5 Select [OK] with v, then press z. The 1 Press MENU button while mark appears on the screen. Single Image displaying images in singleimage mode or in index mode. 2 Select [DPOF] with v/V on the control button, [Multiple Images] with b/B, and then press z. Index Display 3 Select an image to mark with the control button, then press z. The mark is attached to the selected image.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with the camera, try the following solutions. 1 Check the items on pages 106 to 115. If a code such as “C/E:ss:ss” appears on the screen, see page 116. 2 Remove the battery pack, wait for about one minute, reinsert the battery pack, then turn on the power. 3 Initialize the settings (page 71). 4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Troubleshooting Battery pack and power Cannot insert the battery pack. • Insert the battery pack correctly by pushing the battery eject lever. Cannot turn on the camera. • After inserting the battery pack into the camera, it may take a few moments for the camera to power up. • Insert the battery pack correctly. • The battery pack is discharged. Insert a charged battery pack. • The battery pack is dead (page 123). Replace it with a new one. • Use a recommended battery pack. The power turns off suddenly.
Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies Cannot record images. • Check the free capacity of the internal memory or “Memory Stick Duo” media. If it is full, do one of the following: – Delete unnecessary images (page 34). – Change the “Memory Stick Duo” media. • You cannot record images while charging the flash. • When shooting a still image, set the mode dial to a position other than . • Set the mode dial to when shooting movies. • The image size is set to [640(Fine)] when recording movies.
Troubleshooting The image is out of focus. • The subject is too close. Make sure to position the lens farther away from the subject than the shortest shooting distance, approximately 4 cm (1 5/8 inches) (W)/50 cm (1 feet 7 3/4 inches) (T), when shooting (page 24). • (Twilight) mode, (Landscape) mode or (Fireworks) mode is selected in the Scene Selection mode when shooting still images. • The Semi manual function is selected. Select the auto focus mode (page 49).
Troubleshooting The date and time are not displayed on the LCD screen. • While shooting, the date and time are not displayed. They are displayed only during playback. Cannot insert dates on image. • The camera does not have a feature for superimposing dates on images (page 113). By using “PMB”, you can print or save images with the date (page 87). The F value and shutter speed flash when you press and hold the shutter button halfway down. • The exposure is incorrect. Correct the exposure (page 46).
Troubleshooting Dots appear and remain on the screen. • This is not a malfunction. These dots are not recorded (page 2). Cannot shoot images in succession. • The internal memory or “Memory Stick Duo” media is full. Delete unnecessary images (page 34). • The battery level is low. Insert the charged battery pack. The same image is shot several times. • [REC Mode] is set to [Burst] or Exposure Bracket. Or, [Scene Recognition] is set to [Advanced] (pages 44, 45). Viewing images Cannot play back images.
Troubleshooting The image does not appear on the TV screen. • Check [Video Out] to see if the video output signal of the camera is set to the color system of your TV (page 74). • Check whether the connection is correct (page 81). • If the USB connector of the cable for multi-use terminal is connected to another device, disconnect it (page 90). • You are trying to play back movies during HD(1080i) output. Movies cannot be viewed at high-definition image quality. Set [COMPONENT] to [SD] (page 73).
Troubleshooting Cannot copy images. • Connect the camera and your computer correctly making a USB connection (page 88). • Follow the designated copy procedure for your OS (pages 92, 96). • When you shoot images with a “Memory Stick Duo” media formatted by a computer, you may not be able to copy the images to a computer. Shoot using a “Memory Stick Duo” media formatted by the camera (page 68). After making a USB connection, “PMB” does not start automatically.
Troubleshooting Internal memory Cannot playback or record images using the internal memory. • There is a “Memory Stick Duo” media inserted in the camera. Remove it. Cannot copy the data stored in the internal memory to a “Memory Stick Duo” media. • The “Memory Stick Duo” media is full. Copy the image to the “Memory Stick Duo” media with sufficient free capacity. Cannot copy the data on the “Memory Stick Duo” media or the computer to the internal memory. • This feature is not available.
Troubleshooting PictBridge compliant printer A connection cannot be established. • The camera cannot be connected directly to a printer that is not compliant with the PictBridge standard. Consult the printer manufacturer as to whether the printer is compliant with PictBridge or not. • Check that the printer is turned on and can be connected to the camera. • Set [USB Connect] to [PictBridge] (page 73). • Disconnect and connect the cable for multi-use terminal again.
Troubleshooting Cannot print the image at the size selected. • When you use paper of a different size after connecting the printer to the camera, disconnect and then reconnect the cable for multi-use terminal. • The print setting of the camera differs from that of the printer. Change the setting of either the camera (page 102) or the printer. Cannot operate the camera after canceling printing. • Wait for a while as the printer is carrying out the cancellation.
Warning indicators and messages Self-diagnosis display If a code starting with a letter of the alphabet appears, the self-diagnosis function on the camera is working. The last two digits (indicated by ss) will differ depending on the state of the camera. If you cannot solve the problem even after trying the following corrective actions a few times, the camera may need repair. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Warning indicators and messages Memory Stick type error • The inserted “Memory Stick Duo” media cannot be used in the camera (page 121). Cannot access Memory Stick Access denied • You are using the “Memory Stick Duo” media with the access controlled. Folder error • A folder with the same first three digit number already exists on the “Memory Stick Duo” media (for example: 123MSDCF and 123ABCDE). Select another folder, or create a new folder (pages 68, 69).
Warning indicators and messages 640(Fine) is not available • 640(Fine) size movies can be recorded only using a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media. Insert a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media or set the image size to a size other than [640(Fine)]. Macro is invalid • The macro is unavailable under the current settings (page 29). Flash settings cannot be changed • The flash is unavailable under the current settings (page 29). • The data transmission to the printer may not be completed yet.
Warning indicators and messages Operation cannot be executed during HD(1080i) output • Some functions are restricted while the camera is connected to a High Definition TV. Unable to detect face for retouch • Retouching may not be possible depending on the image. Turn the power off and on again • The lens malfunction. Self-Timer is invalid • The self-timer is unavailable under these settings (page 29).
Others Using the camera abroad — Power sources You can use the camera, the battery charger (supplied), and the AC-LS5K AC Adaptor (sold separately) in any country or region where the power supply is within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. • Do not use an electronic transformer (travel converter), as this may cause a malfunction.
On the “Memory Stick Duo” media A “Memory Stick Duo” media is a compact, portable IC recording medium. The types of “Memory Stick Duo” media that can be used with the camera are listed in the table below. However, proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all “Memory Stick Duo” media functions.
On the “Memory Stick Duo” media Notes on using the “Memory Stick Duo” media Adaptor (sold separately) • To use a “Memory Stick Duo” media with a “Memory Stick” media compliant device, be sure to insert the “Memory Stick Duo” media into a “Memory Stick Duo” media Adaptor. If you insert a “Memory Stick Duo” media into a “Memory Stick” media compliant device without a “Memory Stick Duo” media Adaptor, you might not be able to remove it from the device.
On the battery pack On charging the battery pack On battery life • We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F). The battery pack may not be effectively charged in temperatures outside this range. • The battery life is limited. Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use. If decreased usage time between charges becomes significant, it is probably time to replace it with a new one.
On the battery charger On the battery charger • Do not charge any battery pack other than the NP-BG type or NP-FG type battery packs in the battery charger (supplied). Batteries other than the specified kind may leak, overheat, or explode if you attempt to charge them, posing a risk of injury from electrocution and burns. • Remove the charged battery pack from the battery charger. If you leave the charged battery pack in the charger, battery life may be shortened.
Index Index A Computer.............................. 84 F Adjusting EV ..................20, 46 Copying images ...... 88, 96 Face Detection ......................42 AE/AF lock indicator......24, 50 Macintosh...................... 96 File name ..............................90 AF Illuminator ......................75 Recommended environment ............ 85, 96 File storage destination.........90 AF lock .................................50 Software ........................ 86 AF Mode.............
Index Install ....................................86 O Self-diagnosis display ........ 116 Internal memory ...................21 Optical zoom........................ 76 Self-Timer ............................ 26 Internal Memory Tool ..........70 OS .................................. 85, 96 Semi manual .........................50 ISO..............................9, 10, 47 Overexposure ......................... 9 Sepia ..................................... 55 L P Landscape .....................
Index U Underexposure........................9 Underwater ...........................28 Underwater White Balance .......................................52 Unsharp masking ..................59 USB Connect ........................73 Using the camera abroad ....120 V VGA......................................12 Video Out .............................74 Viewing images ....................32 Viewing menu.......................56 Vivid .....................................54 Volume ..............................
Notes on the License “C Library”, “Expat” and “zlib” software are provided in the camera. We provide this software based on license agreements with their owners of copyright. Based on requests by the owners of copyright of these software applications, we have an obligation to inform you of the following. Please read the following sections. Read “license1.pdf” in the “License” folder on the CD-ROM. You will find licenses (in English) of “C Library”, “Expat” and “zlib” software.
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