VCLICK! Table of contents Basic Operations Using the shooting functions Digital Still Camera Cyber-shot Handbook Using the viewing functions Customizing the settings DSC-H3 Before operating the unit, please read this Handbook thoroughly together with the “Instruction Manual” and the “Cyber-shot Step-up Guide”, and retain them for future reference.
Notes on using the camera Notes on the types of “Memory Stick” that you can use (not supplied) “Memory Stick Duo” You can use a “Memory Stick Duo” with the camera. “Memory Stick” You cannot use a “Memory Stick” with the camera. Other memory cards cannot be used. • For details on “Memory Stick Duo”, see page 115. When using a “Memory Stick Duo” with “Memory Stick” compatible equipment You can use the “Memory Stick Duo” by inserting it into the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor (not supplied).
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 SteadyShot: Selecting the anti-blur mode SETUP: Selecting the shooting settings Using the viewing functions Playing back images from the HOME screen ............................. 53 (Single Image): Playing back a single image (Index Display): Playing back a list of images (Slide Show): Playing back a series of images Viewing menu .....................................................................................
Table of contents Shooting Settings — Shooting Settings 2 .........................................73 Auto Review Clock Settings ...................................................................................74 Language Setting..............................................................................75 Viewing images on a TV Viewing images on a TV..........................................................................76 Using your computer Enjoying your Windows computer .......................
Table of contents Others Using the camera abroad — Power sources ........................................ 114 On the “Memory Stick Duo” .................................................................. 115 On the battery pack............................................................................... 117 On the battery charger .......................................................................... 118 Index Index ......................................................................................
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 23), the HOME screen (page 37) and the menus (page 39). 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 45. 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 . Image size Usage guidelines No. of images 8M (3264×2448) For prints up to A3 (11×17") 3:2*1 (3264×2176) Shoot in 3:2 aspect ratio 5M (2592×1944) For prints up to A4 (8.
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 DC IN jack When using an AC-LS5K AC Adaptor (not supplied) 1 To DC IN jack v mark 2 To wall outlet • You cannot charge the battery pack by connecting the camera to the AC-LS5K AC Adaptor. Use the battery charger (supplied) to charge the battery pack.
Identifying parts Lens hood/Adaptor ring • You can attach the lens cap with the lens hood attached. • When using the lens hood, be careful that the following: – The AF illuminator light may be blocked. – The flash light may be blocked, causing the shadow to appear when using the built-in flash. Storing the lens hood A Lens hood B Adaptor ring The lens hood can be attached in the reverse direction to store it with the camera when it is not in use.
Indicators on the screen Each time you press v (DISP) on the control button, the display changes (page 21). See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. When shooting still images Display Indication Recording mode (43) BRK ±1.0 Metering mode (46) Face Detection (42) SteadyShot (52) • In the default setting, when the shutter button is pressed halfway down, one of these indicators appears, depending on the SteadyShot setting.
Indicators on the screen B Display C Indication Display Manual exposure setting mode (31) z RETURN z SET Recording Media (“Memory Stick Duo”, Internal memory) Function guide for Manual exposure (31) 1.0m Focus preset distance (47) z AE/AF lock (24) Standby REC Standby a movie/Recording a movie ISO400 Indication Recording folder (63) • This does not appear when using internal memory.
Indicators on the screen When playing back still images A Display Indication Battery remaining Image size (41) Protect (58) VOL. Volume (33) Print order (DPOF) mark (99) When playing back movies PictBridge connecting (97) Zoom scaling (33) PictBridge connecting (98) • Do not disconnect the cable for multi-use terminal while the icon is displayed.
Indicators on the screen C Display Indication Playback Media (“Memory Stick Duo”, Internal memory) Playback folder (60) • This does not appear when using internal memory. 8/8 12/12 Image number/Number of images recorded in selected folder Changing folder (60) • This does not appear when using internal memory. Metering mode (46) Flash White balance (49) C:32:00 Self-diagnosis display ISO400 ISO number (45) +2.0EV Exposure Value (45) 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 31 MB of internal memory. This memory is not removable. Even when there is no “Memory Stick Duo” 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” is inserted [Recording]: Images are recorded on the “Memory Stick Duo”. [Playback]: Images on the “Memory Stick Duo” are played back. [Menu, Settings, etc.
Basic Operations Using the mode dial Set the mode dial to the desired function. Mode dial Basic Operations : Auto Adjustment mode Allows easy shooting with the settings adjusted automatically. t page 24 P : Program Auto mode* Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value). M: Manual Exposure Shooting mode* Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure manually (both the shutter speed and the aperture value).
Shooting images easily (Auto Adjustment mode) Mode dial Shutter button Macro button DISP button Flash button Zoom button MENU button HOME button Self-timer button z button v/V/b/B button Control button 1 Select the desired function from the mode dial. When shooting still images (Auto Adjustment mode): Select When shooting movies: Select . . 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 easily (Auto Adjustment mode) 2Press the shutter button fully down. AE/AF lock Press the shutter button fully down. To stop recording, press the shutter button fully down again. Basic Operations When shooting movies: If you shoot a still image of a subject that is difficult to focus on • The shortest shooting distance is approx. 50 cm (1feet 7 3/4 inches) (W)/90 cm (2 feet 11 1/2 inches) (T).
Shooting images easily (Auto Adjustment mode) Flash (Selecting a flash mode for still images) Press B ( ) on the control button repeatedly until the desired mode is selected. (No indicator): Flash Auto Flashes when there is insufficient light or backlight (default setting). : Flash forced on : Slow synchro (Flash forced on) The shutter speed is slow in a dark place to clearly shoot the background that is out of flash light.
Shooting images easily (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 Self-timer lamp Basic Operations When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes and a beep sounds until the shutter operates. To cancel, press V ( ) again.
Shooting still images (Scene Selection) MENU button Shutter button z button v/V/b/B button Control button Mode dial Select the mode ( / / / / ) in the mode dial 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, and select from / / / with b/B on the control button (page 39). 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. Modes selected from the mode dial High Sensitivity Allows you to shoot images without a flash under low light conditions, reducing blur. Modes selected from the menu screen Twilight* Allows you to shoot night scenes at far distance without losing the dark atmosphere of the surroundings. Soft Snap Allows you to shoot images with a softer atmosphere for portraits and flowers, etc.
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. Some functions are not available, depending on the Scene Selection mode.
Shooting with the manual exposure Shutter button z button v/V/b/B button Control button 1 Select M from the mode dial and press z on the control button. Basic Operations Mode dial • [SET] changes to [RETURN] on the lower left of the screen and the camera is set to manual exposure setting mode. 2 Adjust the exposure manually using the control button.
Shooting with the manual exposure • To select a flash mode, shoot in Macro mode/self-timer mode, or change the screen display mode, press z to cancel Manual Exposure Shooting mode ([RETURN] changes to [SET] on the screen.). • The flash is set to (Flash On) or (Flash Off). • When the shutter speed is faster more than one second, the shutter speed is indicated by[”], for example, [1”]. • When you set the shutter speed slower, using a tripod is recommended to prevent the effects of vibration.
Viewing images (Playback zoom) button (Playback zoom)/ (Index) button (Playback) button MENU button z button HOME button v/V/b/B button 1 Press (Playback). Basic Operations Control button • If you press (Playback) 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) 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 still image is displayed. Select an image with v/V/b/B. To return to the single image screen, press z. • You can also access the index screen by selecting [ Index Display] from (View Images) on the HOME screen. • Each time you press (Index), the number of images on the index screen increases.
Deleting images (Index) button (Playback) button MENU button Control button 1 Press (Playback). Basic Operations z button v/V/b/B button 2 Press MENU while displaying in single-image or index mode. 3 Select [Delete] with 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.
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. Single Image Index Display 2 Press MENU. 3 Select [OK] with v, then press z. When you select [All In This Folder] You can delete all the images in a selected folder.
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). Basic Operations z button v/V/b/B button Control button HOME button 1 Press HOME 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. Details on the items are displayed on the screen by the guide. Categories Items Shooting* Shooting (page 23) View Images Single Image (page 53) Index Display (page 53) Slide Show (page 53) Printing, Other Print (page 96) Music Tool (page 91) Download Music Manage Memory Format Music Memory Tool Memory Stick Tool (page 63) Format Change REC. Folder Create REC.
Learning the various functions – HOME/Menu Using the menu items Control button MENU button Basic Operations z button v/V/b/B button 1 Press MENU to display the menu. Face Detection Off Face detection off Function Guide Setting [Function Guide] to [Off] turns off the function guide (page 67). • 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.
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 39. The selectable mode is displayed in white. Modes selected from the menu screen when the mode dial is set to SCN Unavailable The default settings are marked with . Selects the scene selection in the menu. You can shoot images with the settings pre-adjusted to match various scene conditions (page 28).
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 39 Face Detection: Detecting the face of subject Selects whether to use the Face Detect function or not. (On) Detects the faces of your subjects and adjusts the focus, flash, exposure, white balance and red-eye reduction settings automatically. Face Detection mark Face Detection frame (Off) Does not use Face Detection function. • When [Face Detection] is set to [On]: – You cannot use the AF illuminator. – You cannot use the digital zoom.
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 39 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. 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 39 Color Mode: Changing the vividness of the image or adding special effects You can change the brightness of the image, accompanied by effects. (Normal) Sets the image to standard color. (Vivid) Sets the image to bright and deep color. (Natural) Sets the image to quiet color. (Sepia) Sets the image to sepia color. (B & W) Sets the image to black and white. • You can select only [Normal], [Sepia] or [B & W] when shooting movies.
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 39 ISO: Selecting a luminous sensitivity Low ISO sensitivity High ISO sensitivity Selects the ISO sensitivity. (Auto) Using the shooting functions You can reduce image blurring in dark locations or moving subjects by increasing ISO sensitivity (select a larger number). However, images tend to become noisier as the ISO sensitivity number increases.Select an ISO sensitivity number according to shooting conditions.
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 39 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 39 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) (Only for still image) Focuses on a subject in the center of the finder frame automatically.
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 39 0.5 m Focuses on the subject using a previously set distance to the subject. (Focus preset) 1.0 m • Use “Focus preset” when it is difficult to get sharp focus with automatic focusing, such as when shooting a subject through a net or window. 3.0 m 7.0 m (unlimited distance) • AF stands for Auto Focus. • Allow a margin of error in the distance setting of “Focus preset”.
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 39 White Bal: Adjusting the color tones Adjusts color tones according to the surrounding light conditions. Use this function if image color appears unnatural. (Auto) Adjusts the White Balance automatically. 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 (Flash) For details on the operation 1 page 39 Adjusts for the flash conditions. • You cannot select this item when shooting movies. • 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]. • Except in [Flash] mode, [White Bal] is set to [Auto] when you shoot images using the flash.
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 39 (Auto) Reduces the red-eye phenomenon whenever necessary, only when using the Face Detection Function. (On) The flash always strobes to reduce the red-eye phenomenon. (Off) Does not use Red Eye Reduction. • To avoid blurring of images, hold the camera firmly until the shutter is released. It usually takes a second after you press the shutter button. Be also sure not to allow the subject to move during this period.
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 39 SteadyShot: Selecting the anti-blur mode 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. • Battery consumption is faster than in [Shooting] mode. (Off) Does not use anti-blur mode. • In Auto Adjustment mode, [SteadyShot] is set to [Shooting].
Using the viewing functions Playing back images from the HOME screen You can select the ways to playback images. HOME button 1 Press HOME. 2 Select (View Images) with b/B on the control button. 3 Select the desired viewing method with v/V. (Single Image): Playing back a single image Displays the image shot last. This works in the same way as (Playback) (page 33). Displays a list of images in the selected folder. This works in the same way as (page 34).
Playing back images from the HOME screen To display the previous/next image Press b/B while the slide show is paused. To adjust the volume of the music Press V to display the volume control screen, and then press b/B to adjust the volume. To end the slide show Select [Exit] with v/V while the slide show is paused, then press z. To change the setup The default settings are marked with .
Playing back images from the HOME screen Music The music played is determined by default according to the effect you select. You can custom set any music with any effect as desired. Music 1 The default setting for a [Simple] slide show Music 2 The default setting for a [Nostalgic] slide show Music 3 The default setting for a [Stylish] slide show Music 4 The default setting for a [Active] slide show Off Setting for a [Normal] slide show.
Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 39 This section explains the menu items available when you press MENU in playback mode. For details on how to use the menu, see page 39. (Delete): Deleting images Selects and deletes images on the single-image screen or the index screen, see page 35. (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 (Partial Color) For details on the operation 1 page 39 Surrounds a chosen point in monochrome to signalize a subject. 1 Set the center point of the desired image to retouch with v/V/ b/B, then press MENU. 2 Adjust the desired range to retouch with W/T. 3 Select [OK] with v, then press z. (Fisheye Lens) Applies a fisheye effect around a chosen point. (Cross Filter) Adds starburst effects to light sources.
Viewing menu (Trimming) For details on the operation 1 page 39 Records the zoomed playback image. 1 Press W/T to zoom in on the trimming range. 2 Set the point with v/V/b/B, then press MENU. 3 Select [Image Size] with v and 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 For details on the operation 1 page 39 To select and protect images 1 Press MENU in single-image mode or in index mode. 2 Select [Protect] with v/V, and select [Multiple Images] with b/B, then press z. In single-image mode: 3 Select the image you want to protect with b/B, then press z. The is attached to the selected image. 4 Press b/B to display other images you want to protect, then press z. 5 Press MENU. 6 Select [OK] with v, then press z.
Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 39 (Rotate): Rotating a still image Rotates a still image. 1 Display the image to be rotated. 2 Press MENU 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. • You cannot rotate protected images or movies. • You may not be able to rotate images shot with other cameras.
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 z button v/V/b/B button Control button HOME button 1 Press HOME to display the HOME screen. 2 Select (Manage Memory) or (Settings) with b/B on the control button. Customizing the settings 3 Select an item with v/V, then press z. 4 Select the desired item with v/V. • This is functional only when you select (Settings).
Customizing the Manage Memory feature and the Settings 6 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 again.
Manage Memory For details on the operation 1 page 61 Memory Tool — Memory Stick Tool This item appears only when a “Memory Stick Duo” is inserted in the camera. Format Formats the “Memory Stick Duo”. A commercially available “Memory Stick Duo” is already formatted, and can be used immediately. • Note that formatting permanently erases all data on a “Memory Stick Duo”, including even protected images. 1 Select [Format] with v/V/b/B on the control button, then press z.
Manage Memory For details on the operation 1 page 61 Change REC. Folder Changes the folder currently used for recording images. 1 Select [Change REC. Folder] with v/V/b/B 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.
Manage Memory For details on the operation 1 page 61 Copy Copies all images in the internal memory to a “Memory Stick Duo”. 1 Insert a “Memory Stick Duo” having sufficient free capacity. 2 Select [Copy] with v/V/b/B on the control button, then press z. The message “All data in internal memory will be copied” appears. 3 Select [OK] with v, then press z. Copying starts. To cancel copying Select [Cancel] in step 3, then press z. Customizing the settings • Use a fully charged battery pack.
Manage Memory For details on the operation 1 page 61 Memory Tool — Internal Memory Tool This item does not appear when a “Memory Stick Duo” 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/b/B on the control button, then press z. The message “All data in internal memory will be erased” appears. 2 Select [OK] with v, then press z. Formatting starts.
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 61 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 61 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. PictBridge Connects the camera to a PictBridge compliant printer (page 96). When you connect the camera to a computer, the copy wizard starts automatically, and the images in the recording folder on the camera are copied to the computer.
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 61 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 78). 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 61 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 61 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 61 Conversion Lens Sets for achieving appropriate focus when attaching a conversion lens (not supplied). Attach the adaptor ring (supplied), then attach a conversion lens. Close-up ( Tele ( Wide ( Off • • • • 72 ) ) Attaches a close-up conversion lens. Attaches a tele conversion lens. ) Attaches a wide conversion lens. Does not attach a lens. When using the built-in flash, the flash light may be blocked, causing the shadow to appear.
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 61 Shooting Settings — Shooting Settings 2 The default settings are marked with . Auto Review Displays the recorded image on the screen for approximately two seconds immediately after shooting a still image. On Uses the Auto Review. Off Does not use Auto Review. • If you press the shutter button halfway down, the recorded image display disappears and you can immediately shoot the next image.
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 61 Clock Settings Clock Settings Sets the date and time. 1 Select [ Clock Settings] from (Settings) on the HOME screen. 2 Select the date display format with v/V on the control button, then press z. 3 Select each item with b/B and set the numeric value with v/V, then press z. 4 Select [OK], then press z. To cancel the clock setting Select [Cancel] in step 4, then press z.
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 61 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 component cable (not supplied). 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. 1 Connect the camera to an HD (High Definition) TV with a HD Output Adaptor Cable (not supplied).
Viewing images on a TV • Set [COMPONENT] to [HD(1080i)] in [Main Settings 2] by selecting (Settings) on the HOME screen (page 68). • When using the camera abroad, it may be necessary to switch the video signal output to match that of your TV system (page 69). • You cannot view movies output in [HD(1080i)] signal format. On TV color systems If you want to view images on a TV screen, you need a TV with a video input jack and the cable for multi-use terminal.
Using your computer Enjoying your Windows computer For details on using a Macintosh computer, refer to “Using your Macintosh computer” (page 92). Illustrations of screens used in this section are based on the English version. • Under Windows Vista, some names and operations may differ from those described below.
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* SP2/Windows Vista* • 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. 4 Select the [Region] and [Country/ Area], then click [Next]. When the [Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for SonyPicture Utility] appears, click [Next]. The “License Agreement” screen appears. Read the agreement carefully.
Installing the software (supplied) After you install the software, the short cut icons for “Picture Motion Browser”, “Picture Motion Browser Guide”, “Music Transfer” are created on the desktop. • Double-click to start “Picture Motion Browser”. • Double-click to start “Picture Motion Browser Guide”. • Double-click to start “Music Transfer”.
On the “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 “Picture Motion Browser”. “Picture Motion Browser” overview With the “Picture Motion Browser” 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. • Retouch (Red Eye Correction, etc.
Copying images to your computer using the “Picture Motion Browser” Preparing the camera and the computer Connecting the camera to your computer 2 To the multi connector 1 Insert a “Memory Stick Duo” with recorded images into the camera. • When copying images in the internal memory, this step is unnecessary. 2 Insert the sufficiently charged battery pack in the camera, or connect the camera to a wall outlet (wall socket) with the AC Adaptor (not supplied).
Copying images to your computer using the “Picture Motion Browser” Copying images to a computer 1 Connects the camera to a computer as described “Connecting the camera to your computer”. Viewing images on your computer When importing is complete, the “Picture Motion Browser” starts. Thumbnails of the imported images are displayed. After making a USB connection, the [Import Media Files] screen of “Picture Motion Browser” appears automatically.
Copying images to your computer using the “Picture Motion Browser” 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”. • Inserting a “Memory Stick Duo” into the camera after copying images from the internal memory. • Turning off the camera.
Copying images to your computer using the “Picture Motion Browser” • 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 60 and 63.
Copying images to a computer without “Picture Motion Browser” You can copy images to your computer without “Picture Motion Browser” as follows. For a computer with a Memory Stick slot Remove the “Memory Stick Duo” from the camera and insert it in the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor. Insert the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor in the computer and copy the images.
Copying images to a computer without “Picture Motion Browser” 3 Click [Open folder to view files] t [OK](Only for Windows XP) as the wizard screen appears automatically on the desktop. 6 Double-click the [My Documents] (For Windows Vista: “Documents”) folder. Then, rightclick on the “My Documents” window to display the menu and click [Paste]. 1 1 2 2 • When the wizard screen does not appear automatically, follow the procedure: t “For Windows 2000” on page 89. 4 Double-click [DCIM].
Viewing image files stored on a computer with the camera copying to the “Memory Stick Duo” 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”, you can view that image again on the camera by copying the image file on the computer to a “Memory Stick Duo”. • Skip step 1 if the file name set with the camera has not been changed. • You may not able to play back some images depending on the image size.
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. • “Picture Motion Browser” 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 v10.4) 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 delete the USB connection Drag and drop the drive icon or the icon of the “Memory Stick Duo” to the “Trash” icon beforehand when you perform the procedures listed below, or the camera is disconnected from the computer. • Disconnecting the cable for multi-use terminal. • Removing a “Memory Stick Duo”.
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 Start from the shortcut icon 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 108). Printing directly using a PictBridge compliant printer (page 96) You can print images by connecting the camera directly to a PictBridge compliant printer. Printing directly using a “Memory Stick” compliant printer You can print images with a “Memory Stick” 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 1 Connect the camera to the printer. Stage 3: Selecting images you want to print Select [This Image] or [Multiple Images] with v/V, then press z. When you select [This Image] You can print the selected image. Move on to Stage 4. When you select [Multiple Images] You can print multiple selected images. 2 To the multi connector 1Select the image you want to print with b/B, then press z.
Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer When the [Layout] is not set to [1up/Borderless] or [1-up/Border]: Select the number of sets of images that you want to print as an index image. If you selected [This Image] in step 1, select the number of the same image you want to print side by side on a sheet as an index image. • 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” 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 MENU 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 while displaying mark appears on the screen. Single Image images in single-image 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 102 to 110. If a code such as “C/E:ss:ss” appears on the screen, see page 111. 2 Remove the battery pack, wait for about one minute, re-insert the battery pack, then turn on the power. 3 Initialize the settings (page 67). 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 to push 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 charged battery pack. • The battery pack is dead (page 117). Replace it with a new one. • Use a recommended battery pack. The power turns off suddenly.
Troubleshooting This subject is not visible on the screen. • The camera is set to the playback mode. Press to change to the recording mode (page 33). Anti-blur function does not work. • The anti-blur function does not work when appears on the display. • The anti-blur function may not work properly when shooting night scenes. • Shoot after pressing the shutter button halfway down; do not press it fully down suddenly. Recording takes a long time. • The NR slow shutter function is activated (page 18).
Troubleshooting Fuzzy white circular spots appear in images shot using the flash. • Particles (dust, pollen, etc.) in the air reflected the flash light and appeared in the image. This is not a malfunction (page 13). The close-up shoot function (Macro) does not work. • (Advanced Sports Shooting mode), (Landscape mode), (Twilight mode) or (Fireworks mode) is selected in the Scene Selection mode (page 30). The date and time are not displayed on the LCD screen.
Troubleshooting The eyes of the subject come out red. • Set [Red Eye Reduction] to [On] (page 50). • Shoot the subject at a distance closer than the flash range using the flash. • Light the room and shoot the subject. • Retouch the image using [Red Eye Correction] (page 58). 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” is full. Delete unnecessary images (page 35).
Troubleshooting Deleting Cannot delete an image. • Cancel the protection (page 58). Computers Computer OS compatibility with camera is unknown. • Check “Recommended computer environment” on page 80 for Windows, and page 92 for Macintosh. “Memory Stick PRO Duo” is not recognized by a computer with a “Memory Stick” slot. • Check that the computer and the Memory Stick Reader/Writer support “Memory Stick PRO Duo”.
Troubleshooting Cannot play back images on your computer. • If you are using “Picture Motion Browser”, refer to “Picture Motion Browser Guide” (page 83). • Consult the computer or software manufacturer. You do not know how to use “Picture Motion Browser”. • Refer to “Picture Motion Browser Guide” (page 83). The image and sound are interrupted by noise when you view a movie on a computer. • You are playing back the movie directly from the internal memory or the “Memory Stick Duo”.
Troubleshooting Cannot copy the data on the “Memory Stick Duo” or the computer to the internal memory. • This feature is not available. Printing See “PictBridge compliant printer” together with the following items. Images are printed with both edges cut off. • Depending on your printer, all the edges of the image may be cut off. Especially when you print an image shot with the image size set to [16:9], the lateral end of the image may be cut off.
Troubleshooting Cannot print images. • Check that the camera and the printer are properly connected using the cable for multi-use terminal. • Turn on the printer. For further information, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the printer. • If you select [Exit] during printing, images may not be printed. Disconnect and connect the cable for multi-use terminal again.
Troubleshooting Others Cannot reset the file-number. • If you replace a recording medium, you cannot initialize file numbers with the camera. To initialize file numbers, format the “Memory Stick Duo” (page 63, 66) or the internal memory, and then initialize the settings (page 67). However, the data on the “Memory Stick Duo” or the internal memory will be deleted and all settings, including date, will be initialized. The camera does not function with the lens portion extended.
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. C:32:ss • There is trouble with the camera’s hardware.
Warning indicators and messages Memory Stick formatting error Internal memory formatting error • Format the media again (pages 63, 66). Memory Stick locked • You are using the “Memory Stick Duo” with the write-protect switch, and the switch is set to the LOCK position. Set the switch to the recording position. File error • An error occurred while the image was playing back.
Warning indicators and messages Macro is invalid • The macro is unavailable under the current settings (pages 26, 30). Music Error • Delete the Music file, or replace it with a normal Music file. • Execute [Format Music], then Flash settings cannot be changed • The flash is unavailable under the current settings (pages 26, 30). download a new Music files. Format Music Error • Execute [Format Music]. Maximum images selected • You can select up to 100 images. Remove the checkmark.
Others Using the camera abroad — Power sources You can use the camera, the battery charger (supplied), and the AC-LS5K AC Adaptor (not supplied) 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” A “Memory Stick Duo” is a compact, portable IC recording medium. The types of “Memory Stick Duo” that can be used with the camera are listed in the table below. However, proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all “Memory Stick Duo” functions.
On the “Memory Stick Duo” Notes on using the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor (not supplied) • To use a “Memory Stick Duo” with a “Memory Stick” compliant device, be sure to insert the “Memory Stick Duo” into a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor. If you insert a “Memory Stick Duo” into a “Memory Stick” compliant device without a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor, you might not be able to remove it from the device.
On the battery pack On charging the battery pack 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 fully charged in temperatures outside this range. Effective use of the battery pack • Battery performance decreases in low temperature surroundings. So in cold places, the operational time of the battery pack is shorter.
On the battery charger On the battery charger • Do not charge any other battery pack other than the NP-BG type battery packs in the battery charger supplied with the camera. 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 Recommended environment ............ 80, 92 File name ..............................86 Software ........................ 81 Fireworks mode ....................29 Advanced Sports Shooting mode ..............................29 Viewing image files stored on a computer with the camera........................... 90 Fisheye Lens .........................57 AE/AF lock indicator......24, 48 Windows ....................... 79 Flash (White Bal) .................50 Adaptor ring...............
Index Initialize................................67 Music Transfer............... 91, 93 Screen Install ....................................81 Changing the display..... 21 Internal memory ...................22 N Internal Memory Tool ..........66 Natural ................................. 44 LCD backlight............... 21 ISO..............................9, 10, 45 NR slow shutter ................... 18 Select Folder.........................60 NTSC ...................................
Index USB Connect ........................68 Using the camera abroad ....114 V VGA......................................12 Video Out .............................69 Viewing images ....................33 Viewing menu.......................56 Vivid .....................................44 Volume .................................33 W Warning indicators and messages......................111 White Bal ..............................49 Windows computer...............79 Recommended environment...................
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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