VCLICK! Table of contents Basic Operations Using the shooting functions Digital Still Camera Cyber-shot Handbook Using the viewing functions Customizing the settings DSC-H50 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 146. 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).
Notes on using the camera • Be careful not to bump the movable lens, and be careful not to apply force to it. The images used in this Handbook The images used as examples in this Handbook are reproduced images, and are not actual images shot using the camera.
Table of contents Notes on using the camera ....................................................................... 2 Basic techniques for better images........................................................... 8 Focus – Focusing on a subject successfully..................................................... 8 Exposure – Adjusting the light intensity........................................................... 10 Color – On the effects of lighting ..............................................................
Table of contents Using the shooting functions Shooting menu ........................................................................................
Table of contents (Rotate): Rotating a still image (Select Folder): Selecting the folder for viewing images Customizing the settings Customizing the Manage Memory feature and the Settings ................... 89 Manage Memory .............................................................................. 91 Memory Tool — Memory Stick Tool ................................................. 91 Format Change REC.Folder Create REC.Folder Copy Memory Tool — Internal Memory Tool .................................
Table of contents Copying images to your computer using the “Picture Motion Browser” ..............................................................................................................113 Copying images to a computer without “Picture Motion Browser”.........117 Viewing image files stored on a computer with the camera copying to the “Memory Stick Duo”...............................................................................119 Using the “Music Transfer” (supplied) ...........................
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 28), the wheel dial (page 39), the HOME screen (page 58) and the menus (page 60). 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 Hints for the exposure value (EV) When shooting a whitish overall image such as a backlit subject or a snowy scenes, the camera judges that the subject is bright and may set a darker exposure for the image. In such cases, adjustment of the exposure in the + (plus) direction is effective. Adjust in the + direction When shooting a darker overall image, the camera judges that the subject is dark and may set a brighter exposure for the image.
Basic techniques for better images Color On the effects of lighting The apparent color of the subject is affected by the lighting conditions. Example: The color of an image affected by light sources Weather/lighting Daylight Cloudy Fluorescent Incandescent Characteristics of light White (standard) Bluish Green-tinged Reddish The color tones are adjusted automatically in the auto adjustment mode. However, you can adjust color tones manually with [White Balance] (page 69).
Basic techniques for better images The default settings are marked with . 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. A POWER button/POWER lamp B Mode dial (28) C /BRK button (48) D Shutter button (29) E (Metering mode) button (49) F Self-timer lamp (31)/ Smile Shutter lamp (36)/ AF illuminator (98) G Lens H Flash (31) I Finder adjustment dial • When you select with the FINDER/LCD button to shoot by using the finder, adjust the finder adjustment dial to match your eyesight so the image appears clearly within the finder.
Identifying parts F Control button (inside)/Wheel dial (outside) (39) Menu on: v/V/b/B/z (60) Menu off: DISP/ / / (26, 31) G HOME button (58) H (Playback) button (50) I For shooting: W/T (Zoom) button (30) For viewing: / (Playback zoom) button (50)/ (Index) button (51) J DC IN jack/DC IN jack cover When using an AC-LS5K AC Adaptor (not supplied) 1 To DC IN jack Bottom v mark 2 To wall outlet A FINDER/LCD button B Finder C (Slideshow) button (52) D LCD screen (26) • You cannot charge the battery pac
Identifying parts Q 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.
Using the accessories Lens hood/Adaptor ring The lens hood is stored with the adapter ring on at the time of purchase. Remove the adapter ring from the lens hood before attaching them to the camera. 3 Position the indicator of 3 on the lens hood (B) to the indicator of 2 and attach the lens hood. Turn the lens hood in the direction of the arrow until it clicks.
Using the accessories Storing the lens hood The lens hood can be attached in the reverse direction to store it with the camera when it is not in use. Position the lens hood as shown below and turn the lens hood clockwise until it clicks. Attaching a conversion lens (not supplied) When you want to do enhanced wide-angle shots or zoom-in shots on distant objects, attach a conversion lens. 1 Attach the adaptor ring. 2 Attach a conversion lens.
Using the accessories Remote Control Notes Using the Remote Control, you can easily operate the camera. • Remove the insulation sheet before using the Remote Control. Insulation sheet • Point the Remote Control towards the remote sensor to operate your camera (page 15). To change the battery of the Remote Control 1 While pressing on the tab, inset your fingernail into the slit to pull out the battery case. 2 Place a new battery with the + side facing up.
Indicators on the screen Each time you press v (DISP) on the control button, the display changes (page 26). See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. Display Indication Night Shot (38) White balance (69) When shooting still images BRK Burst mode/Bracket mode (48) Metering mode (49) Face Detection (65)/Smile Detection (66) SteadyShot (76) • The indicators are limited in Easy Shooting mode.
Indicators on the screen Display Indication Display Indication Manual focus bar (47) Zoom scaling (30, 99) C Color mode (73) Display Indication Recording folder (91) • This does not appear when using internal memory.
Indicators on the screen Display Indication Histogram (26) 23
Indicators on the screen When playing back still images A Display Indication Battery remaining Low battery warning (141) Image size (63) PictBridge connecting (126) View Mode (77) When playing back movies Filter by Faces (79) Favorites (77) Protect (86) Print order (DPOF) mark (128) Zoom scaling (50) VOL. Volume (50) PictBridge connecting (127) • Do not disconnect the cable for multi-use terminal while the mark is displayed.
Indicators on the screen Display Indication Histogram (26) • appears when histogram display is disabled. C Display Indication Playback folder (88) • 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”, Internal memory) Changing folder (88) • This does not appear when using internal memory. Metering mode (49) Flash White balance (69) ISO400 C:32:00 ISO number (43) Self-diagnosis display (141) +2.
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” 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 : Auto Adjustment mode Allows shooting with the settings adjusted automatically. t page 29 : Easy Shooting mode Allows you to shoot still images using the minimum necessary functions with easy-to-see indicators. t page 30 P: Program Auto mode* Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value).
Shooting images (Auto Adjustment mode) Shutter button Macro button DISP button Mode dial Flash button Zoom button Self-timer button MENU 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 . Basic Operations z 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) When shooting movies: Press the shutter button fully down. To stop recording, press the shutter button fully down again. If you shoot a still image of a subject that is difficult to focus on • The shortest shooting distance is approximately 1 cm (13/32 inches) (W)/120 cm (3 feet 11 1/4 inches) (T) (from the front of the lens). • When the camera cannot focus on the subject automatically, the AE/AF lock indicator changes to flash slowly and the beep does not sound.
Shooting images (Auto Adjustment mode) Flash (Selecting a flash mode for still images) Press B ( ) on the control button repeatedly until the desired mode is selected. • The flash automatically pops up and strobes. Close the flash by hand after use. • The flash strobes twice. The first flash adjusts the light quantity. • While charging the flash, is displayed. Basic Operations (No indicator): Flash Auto Flashes when there is insufficient light or backlight (default setting).
Shooting images (Auto Adjustment mode) Self-timer lamp To cancel, press V ( ) again. • Use the 2-second delay self-timer to prevent blur of an image. The shutter is released 2 seconds after you press the shutter button, which reduces camera shake when the shutter button is pressed. • In Easy Shooting mode, you can select only (10 sec) or (Off).
Shooting still images (Scene Selection) MENU button Shutter button Mode dial Control button Select the mode ( / / / ) in the mode dial 1 Select the desired mode of Scene Selection ( / / / Basic Operations z button v/V/b/B button ) with the mode dial. 2 Shoot with the shutter button. Select the mode ( / / / / / ) in SCN 1 Select SCN with the mode dial. 2 Press the MENU button, and select from / / / / / with v/V/b/B on the control button (page 63). 3 Shoot with the shutter button.
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 Landscape Focuses only on a distant subject to shoot landscapes, etc. 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. 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 Point the camera at the subject and press the shutter button halfway down to focus on the subject. 3 Press the shutter button all the way down. 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.
Shooting in the dark (Night Shot) The Night Shot function lets you shoot subjects in the dark places without using the flash such as camp scenes at night or nocturnal plants and animals. Note that images recorded using the Night Shot function will become greenish. Shutter button Infrared ray emitter NIGHTSHOT switch 1 Set NIGHTSHOT switch to ON. (Night Shot) is displayed. 2 Shoot with the shutter button. To cancel the Night Shot function Set NIGHTSHOT switch to OFF.
Using the wheel dial The wheel dial is used to change the setting values when shooting with the manual adjustment modes (shutter speed priority mode, aperture priority mode, manual exposure mode), ISO sensitivity adjustment, the focus method adjustment or the EV adjustment. By turning the wheel dial, you can also easily view the next/previous image. Set Wheel dial Control button To select the item Basic Operations Select 1 Turn the wheel dial to select the item you want to set.
Shooting with manual adjustment The camera automatically adjusts the focus and the exposure, however, you can manually adjust these settings. Mode dial AF range finder frame indicator Exposure value Aperture value Shutter speed Wheel dial MENU button z button HOME button ISO value Characteristics of “shutter speed” Characteristics of “aperture” (F value) Faster Moving objects appear stopped. Open In-focus range narrows, both backward and forward. Slower Moving objects appear to flow.
Shooting with manual adjustment Shooting with Program Shift You can change the aperture value and shutter speed combination while keeping the brightness fixed. 1 Select P with the mode dial. Basic Operations 2 Select the aperture value and shutter speed combination with the wheel dial (page 39). P* is indicated while the aperture value and shutter speed combination is shifted. 3 Shoot the image. To cancel Program Shift, turn the wheel dial to return the indication from P* to P.
Shooting with manual adjustment The setting range of the shutter speed Aperture value (F value) 1/4000 to 30 seconds 1/2000 to 30 seconds Zoom scale (Tele) (Wide) AApprox. ×2.1 BApprox. ×15 • • • • Shutter speeds of one second or longer are indicated by [”], for example, 1”. When you set the shutter speed slower, using a tripod is recommended to prevent the effects of vibration. If you select slow shutter speeds, it takes time to process the data.
Shooting with manual adjustment Shooting with manual exposure mode You can manually adjust the shutter speed and the aperture values. 1 Select M with the mode dial. 2 Select a shutter speed with the wheel dial (page 39). 4 Shoot the image. • The camera maintains the setting even when the power is turned off. Once you set a value you like, you can reproduce the same exposure by simply setting the mode dial to M.
Shooting with manual adjustment ISOAUTO (Auto) ISO80 ISO100 ISO200 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. ISO400 ISO800 ISO1600 ISO3200 • For details on the ISO sensitivity, see page 11. • Note that the image tends to become noisier as the ISO sensitivity number increases.
Shooting with manual adjustment • For details on the exposure t page 10 • The compensation value can be set in 1/3EV increments (+2.0EV to –2.0EV). • If a subject is being shot in extremely bright or dark conditions, or the flash is used, the exposure adjustment may not be effective. Focus: Changing the focus method 1 Select an AF range finder frame, or 9 with the wheel dial (page 39). 2 Press z on the control button. AF range finder frame indicator turns yellow.
Shooting with manual adjustment (Flexible Spot AF) Focuses on an extremely small subject or a narrow area. Flexible Spot AF lets you shoot in the desired image composition. • To set the Flexible Spot AF, see the following procedure. • This is useful when you shoot using a tripod and the subject is out of the center area. • When shooting a moving subject, take care that the subject does not deviate from the range finder frame.
Shooting with manual adjustment • When the AF range finder frame is being moved, AF mode is set to [Monitor] and pressing z turns to the mode set on the Setup screen. • Once you change a focus method, the position of the AF range finder frame you set up is cleared. To set the semi manual focus/manual focus 1 Select the AF range finder frame indicator, then select The manual focus bar appears. or 9.
Shooting with manual adjustment REC Mode: Setting the continuous shooting/bracket shooting Selects whether the camera performs Burst/Bracket shooting or not when you press the shutter button. /BRK (REC Mode) button Each time you press /BRK (REC Mode) button, the recording mode changes in the order of (Normal) t (Burst) t BRK (Bracket). (Normal) (Burst) Does not shoot continuously. Records 100 images in succession when you press and hold down the shutter button.
Shooting with manual adjustment Metering Mode: Selecting the metering mode Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the exposure. Each time you press (Metering Mode) button, the metering mode changes in the order of (Multi) t (Center) t (Spot). (Multi) Divides into multiple regions and measures each region. The camera determines a well-balanced exposure (Multi-pattern metering).
Viewing images (Playback zoom) button (Index) button/ (Playback zoom) Wheel dial (Playback) button MENU button z button HOME button v/V/b/B button Control button 1 Press the (Playback) button. • If you press the (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 the (Playback) button again. 2 Select an image with b/B on the control button. Movie: Press z to play back a movie.
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. Duo”) or in Folder View (when using the internal memory). When using a “Memory Stick Duo”, you can change the View Mode by selecting (View Images) on the HOME screen (page 77). • Each time you press (Index), the number of images on the index screen increases.
Viewing still images as a slideshow Still images are played back sequentially with music and effects added. (Slideshow) button (Playback) button z button v/V/b/B button Control button 1 Press the (Slideshow) button. The setup screen appears. 2 Press the (Slideshow) button again. The slideshow starts. • You cannot play movies. • Settings other than [Image] and [Filter by Faces] are stored until the next time they are changed.
Viewing still images as a slideshow To change the setup On the setup screen in step 1, select each item with v/V, then press z. The items that can be set are as follows. The default settings are marked with . Image This setting is fixed to [Folder] if a “Memory Stick Duo” (not supplied) is not inserted. Plays back all the still images in order. Folder Plays back the still images in the selected folder, of the selected date, or in Favorites.
Viewing still images as a slideshow Effects Simple A simple slideshow switching still images at a preset interval • The playback interval is adjustable. This effect allows you to enjoy your images at your own set pace.
Viewing still images as a slideshow Other Settings Interval The setting is fixed to [Auto] when [Simple] is not selected as the [Effects]. 1 sec Sets the display interval of images for a [Simple] slideshow. 3 sec 5 sec Auto The interval is set to suit the selected [Effects] item. Repeat On Plays back images in a continuous loop. Off After all the images have been played back, the slideshow ends.
Deleting images (Index) button (Playback) button MENU button z button v/V/b/B button Control button 1 Press the (Playback) button. 2 Press the MENU button while displaying in single-image or index mode. 3 Select [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 Images in Date Range]/[All In This Folder], then press z. • The displayed options vary depending on the selected View Mode (page 77).
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 appears in the checkbox of the image. Index Display Basic Operations Single Image 2 Press the 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). z button v/V/b/B button HOME button Control button 1 Press the 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 each item are displayed in the guide at the bottom of the screen.
Learning the various functions – HOME/Menu Using the menu items MENU button z button v/V/b/B button Control button 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Function Guide Setting [Function Guide] to [Off] turns off the function guide (page 94). • 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 78) (Delete) (Date List) (View Mode) (Filter by Faces) (Add / Remove Favorites) (Slideshow) (Retouch) (Multi-Purpose Resize) (Protect) (Print) (Select Folder) 62 (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 60. The selectable mode is displayed in white. Modes selected from the menu screen when the mode dial is set to SCN Unavailable . 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 33).
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 60 For Easy Shooting mode Selects the still image size for Easy Shooting mode. Large Shoots images in [9M] size. Small Shoots images in [3M] size. For movie (Fine) Selects image size for recording movies. (Standard) Flash: Flash setting Selects the flash setting in Easy Shooting mode. 64 Auto Flash strobes when there is insufficient light or backlight. Off Does not use the flash.
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 60 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. Detects the faces of your subjects and adjusts the focus, flash, exposure, white balance and red-eye reduction settings automatically. (Off) (Auto) Does not use Face Detection function. Selects the face the camera is to automatically focus on.
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 60 Smile Detection: Setting the Smile Detection function Selects the priority subject for the Smile Shutter function. For details on the Smile Shutter, see page 36. (Auto) Detects and shoots smiling faces automatically. (Child Priority) Detects and shoots with priority on child’s face. (Adult Priority) Detects and shoots with priority on adult’s face. • Smiles may not be detected correctly depending on the conditions.
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 60 Bracket Set: Setting the bracket type You can set the type of the bracket shooting using /BRK (REC Mode) button. In the bracket shooting mode, you can record a series of three images with the setting shifted. You can select the most suitable image afterwards. BRK ±0.3EV Records a series of three images with the exposure shifted in the following order: Bright, Standard, and Dark.
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 60 Scene Recognition: Determining the scene to be shot and taking the shot The camera automatically detects shooting conditions, such as backlight or an 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 60 • (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. • Sometimes a slow shutter results when a scene is recognized as a (Twilight using a tripod). Make sure to keep the camera still during shooting. • The current setting mark and scene recognition mark are displayed regardless of the screen display settings (page 26).
Shooting menu n (Incandescent) (Flash) For details on the operation 1 page 60 Adjusts for places under an incandescent lamp, or under bright lighting, such as in a photo studio. Adjusts for the flash conditions. • You cannot select this item when shooting movies. (One Push) Adjusts the white balance depending on the light source. The white color memorized in [One Push Set] mode becomes the basic white color. Use this mode when [Auto] or other modes cannot set the color properly.
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 60 • If the indicator flashes while shooting, the white balance is either not set or cannot be set. Use automatic white balance. • Do not shake or strike the camera while [One Push Set] is in progress. • When flash mode is set to (Flash forced on) or (Slow synchro), the white balance is adjusted to the condition with the flash emitting. • When [Color Filter] is set to other than [Off], the basic white color cannot be captured.
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 60 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 60 Color Mode: Changing the vividness of the image or adding special effects You can change the brightness of the image, accompanied by effects. Sets the image to standard color. (Vivid) Sets the image to bright and deep color. (Real) Sets the image similar to real color. (Sepia) Sets the image to sepia color. (B & W) Sets the image to black and white.
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 60 Color Filter: Setting the Color Filter function You can add color effects to images as if you use a color filter. 74 (Off) Does not use the color filter. (Red) Makes the color which emphasizes red of dusk, etc. (Green) Makes the color which emphasizes green of tender and young leaves, etc. (Blue) Makes the color which emphasizes blue of sky and sea, etc. (Warm) Makes image colors of people and landscapes, etc., warm.
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 60 Color Saturation: Adjusting the Color Saturation Adjusts the brightness (Color Saturation) of the image. (–) Toward–: Produces muted colors. (Normal) (+) Toward+: Produces bright colors. Contrast: Adjusting the Contrast (–) Toward –: Reduces the contrast. (Normal) (+) Toward +: Enhances the contrast. Sharpness: Adjusting the Sharpness Using the shooting functions Adjusts the contrast of the image. Adjusts the sharpness of the image.
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 60 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 or Easy Shooting mode, [SteadyShot] is set to [Shooting].
Using the viewing functions Selecting the View Mode When using the camera with a “Memory Stick Duo”, you can select how images are played back (View Mode) from the HOME screen. When using internal memory, images are displayed only in Folder View mode. 1 Press the HOME button to display the HOME screen. 2 Select (View Images) with b/B on the control button. 3 Select the desired View Mode with v/V, then press z.
Viewing menu This section explains the menu items available when you press the MENU button in playback mode. For details on how to use the menu, see page 60. The selectable playback mode is displayed in white. Available View Mode (Date View/Folder View/Favorites) Unavailable Internal memory (Delete): Deleting images Selects and deletes images on the single-image screen or the index screen, see page 56. (This Image) Deletes the image that is now selected. • This item appears only in single-image mode.
Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 60 (Filter by Faces): Playing back images filtered to meet certain conditions This feature filters images and displays them. (Off) (All people) (Children) Images are not filtered. Images are filtered according to specified conditions and then displayed. (Infants) (Smiles) • Desired images may not be displayed correctly even when you specify a condition. • Sometimes filtering cannot be performed with images shot using earlier Sony models.
Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 60 To select and add multiple images to a Favorites group 1 Press the MENU button while displaying images in single-image mode or in index mode. 2 Select [Add / Remove Favorites] with v/V on the control button, and select [Multiple Images] with b/B, and then press z. 3 Select the Favorites group you want to add the images to with v/V/b/B, then press z. In single-image mode: 4 Display the image you want to add with b/B, then press z.
Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 60 (Retouch): Retouching still images Adds effects or makes corrections to a recorded image and records it as a new file. The original image is retained. To retouch the still images 1 Select the images you want to retouch while displaying in single-image. 2 Press the MENU button. 3 Select [Retouch] with v/V on the control button, then press z after selecting the desired mode with b/B.
Viewing menu (Unsharp masking) For details on the operation 1 page 60 Sharpens the image around a chosen frame. 1 Set the area (frame) of the desired image to retouch with v/V/ b/B, then press the MENU button. 2 Select [OK] with v/V, then press z. • Depending on the image, correction may not be sufficient, or quality of the image may be reduced. (Soft Focus) Blurs the periphery around a chosen point to emphasize a subject.
Viewing menu (Fisheye Lens) For details on the operation 1 page 60 Applies a fisheye effect around a chosen point. 1 Set the center point of the desired image to retouch with v/V/ b/B, then press the MENU button. 2 Select [Level] with v/V, then press z. Select level of retouch with v/V, then press z again. 3 Select [OK] with v/V, then press z. (Cross Filter) Adds starburst effects to light sources. (Radial Blur) Decides the center point for expressing movement in the still image.
Viewing menu (Retro) For details on the operation 1 page 60 This softens the image by blurring the focus and lowering the surrounding light so that it appears as if it was taken by an old camera. 1 Select [Level] with v/V, then press z. Select level of retouch with v/V, then press z again. 2 Adjust the desired range to retouch with W/T. 3 Select [OK] with v/V, then press z. (Happy Faces) This feature puts a smile on a person’s face.
Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 60 (Multi-Purpose Resize): Changing the image size according to usage You can change the aspect ratio and size of the shooting images, then record them as the new files. You can convert images to the 16:9 aspect ratio for high definition viewing and to the VGA size for blog or e-mail attachments. Changes the aspect ratio from 4:3/3:2 to 16:9 and saves as 2M size. (Blog/E-mail) Changes the aspect ratio from 16:9/3:2 to 4:3 and saves as VGA size.
Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 60 (Protect): Preventing accidental erasure Protects images against accidental erasure. The image. (This Image) (Protect) indicator appears on a protected Protects/unlocks the currently selected image. • This item appears only in single-image mode. (Multiple Images) Selects and protects/unlocks multiple images. To protect an image 1 Select the images you want to protect while displaying images in single-image mode. 2 Press the MENU button.
Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 60 To cancel the protection Select the image for which you want to cancel protection, and unlock it by taking the same steps as in “To select and protect images”. The (Protect) indicator disappears. : Adding a Print order mark Adds a print order mark ( See page 128. ) to the image you want to print. (This Image) Attaches a DPOF mark to the currently selected image. Clears the DPOF mark when the selected image has a DPOF mark.
Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 60 (Select Folder): Selecting the folder for viewing images Selects the folder containing the image you want to play back. 1 Select the desired folder with b/B on the control button. 2 Select [OK] with v, then press z. To cancel selecting the folder Select [Exit] in step 2, then press z. z On the folders The camera stores images in a specified folder of a “Memory Stick Duo”. You can change the folder or create a new one.
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 HOME button Control button 1 Press the HOME button 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 setting with v/V, then press z.
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 the HOME button again.
Manage Memory For details on the operation 1 page 89 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 on the control button, then press z.
Manage Memory For details on the operation 1 page 89 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 89 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 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 89 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. On Displays the function guide.
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 89 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 34). 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 89 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 113 and 125).
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 89 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 107). 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 89 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 89 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 89 Image size and total zoom scale using Smart zoom (Including optical zoom 15×) Size Total zoom scale 5M Approx. 20 × 3M Approx. 25 × VGA Approx. 81 × 16:9 (2M) Approx. 27 × • You cannot use the Digital zoom when: – (Smile Shutter) mode or (Advanced Sports Shooting) mode is selected in the Scene Selection mode. – Shooting movies Conversion Lens Sets for achieving appropriate focus when attaching a conversion lens (not supplied).
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 89 Shooting Settings — Shooting Settings 2 The default settings are marked with . Flash Sync. Select the timing that the flash strobes. Normally, use this setting. Since the flash strobes right after the shutter is released, this allows you to get your shot closer to the time you release the shutter. Rear (REAR) Used for a moving subject, etc.
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 89 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. • You cannot use the Auto Review when: – [REC Mode] is set to [Burst] or [Bracket]. – [Scene Recognition] is set to [Auto] or [Advanced].
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 89 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 89 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 an HD Output Adaptor 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. • 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 97).
Viewing images on a TV 3 Press the (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 96). • When using the camera abroad, it may be necessary to switch the video signal output to match that of your TV system (page 97). • 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 121). Illustrations of screens used in this section are based on the English version. Install the software (supplied) first (page 110) • Installing the software as follows: – “Picture Motion Browser” – “Music Transfer” Copying images to your computer (page 113) • Copying images to your computer using “Picture Motion Browser”.
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. 4 Read the agreement carefully. If you accept the terms of the agreement, click the radio button next to [I accept the terms of the license agreement] and then click [Next]. The installation menu screen appears. 5 Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation.
Installing the software (supplied) After you install the software, the short cut icons for “Picture Motion Browser”, “PMB Guide”, “Music Transfer” are created on the desktop. Double-click to start “Picture Motion Browser”. Double-click to start “PMB 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.
Copying images to your computer using the “Picture Motion Browser” Preparing the camera and the computer Connecting the camera to your computer 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 into the camera, or connect the camera to a wall outlet (wall socket) with the AC Adaptor (not supplied) and the USB/AV/DC IN cable for multi-use terminal (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 in “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” • You cannot record any images to the “100MSDCF” folder. The images in this folder are available only for viewing. • You cannot record/play back any images to the “MISC” folder. • 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.
Copying images to a computer without “Picture Motion Browser” You can copy images to your computer without “Picture Motion Browser” as follows. Copying images to a computer -Windows Vista/XP For a computer with a Memory Stick slot: This section describes an example of copying images to the “Documents” (For Windows XP: “My Documents”). 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] (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 The image files are copied to the [Documents] (For Windows XP: [My Documents]) folder.
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 exporting (copying) the image file to the camera using the “Picture Motion Browser”. • 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 v10.5) 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 Windows Double-click (Step-up Guide) on the desktop. To access “Step-up Guide” from the Start menu, click [Start] t [All Programs] (in Windows 2000, [Programs]) t [Sony Picture Utility] t [Step-up Guide].
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 138). Printing directly using a PictBridge compliant printer (page 125) 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 3 Press the MENU button, select [Print] with v/V on the control button, then press z. 1 Connect the camera to the printer. The camera is set to playback mode, then an image and the print menu appear on the screen. 2 To the multi connector Stage 3: Selecting images you want to print 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” 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 the 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 131 to 140. If a code such as “C/E:ss:ss” appears on the screen, see page 141. 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 94). 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 a charged battery pack. • The battery pack is dead (page 148). Replace it with a new one. • Use a recommended battery pack. The power turns off suddenly.
Troubleshooting • Set the mode dial to when shooting movies. • The image size is set to [640(Fine)] when recording movies. Do one of the following: – Set the image size to other than [640(Fine)]. – Insert a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”. • The lens cap is attached. Remove it. Cannot shoot in Smile Shutter mode. • Press the shutter button all the way down. • No image is shot unless a smile is detected (page 36). • [Smile demo mode] is set to [On]. Set [Smile demo mode] to [Off] (page 95).
Troubleshooting • You cannot change the zoom scale when the Smile Shutter is in standby (page 36). • Confirm that the [Conversion Lens] setting is correct (page 100). The flash does not work. • The flash is set to (Flash forced off) (page 31). • You cannot use the flash when: – [REC Mode] is set to [Burst] or Exposure Bracket (page 48). – (High Sensitivity) mode, (Advanced Sports Shooting) mode, (Twilight) mode or (Fireworks) mode is selected in the Scene Selection mode (page 35). – Shooting movies.
Troubleshooting The image is too dark. • You are shooting a subject with a light source behind the subject. Select the metering mode (page 49) or adjust the exposure (page 44). The image is too bright. • Adjust the exposure (page 44). The image colors are not correct. • Set [Color Mode] to [Normal] (page 73). • Set [Color Filter] to [Off] (page 74). • Set NIGHTSHOT switch to OFF (page 38). Vertical streaks appear when you are shooting a very bright subject.
Troubleshooting Viewing images Cannot play back images. • Press the (Playback) button (page 50). • The folder/file name has been changed on your computer (page 119). • Sony does not guarantee playback of image files on the camera if the files have been processed using a computer or recorded with another camera. • The camera is in USB mode. Delete the USB connection (page 115). • Playback is impossible if the Smile Shutter is in standby mode.
Troubleshooting Computers Computer OS compatibility with camera is unknown. • Check “Recommended computer environment” on page 109 for Windows, and page 121 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”. Users of computers and Memory Stick Readers/Writers made by manufacturers other than Sony should contact those manufacturers.
Troubleshooting You do not know how to use “Picture Motion Browser”. • Refer to “PMB Guide” (page 112). 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”. Copy the movie to the hard disk of your computer, then play back the movie from the hard disk (page 113). Cannot print an image. • Refer to the operation manual of the printer.
Troubleshooting 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. • When printing images using your printer, cancel the trimming or borderless settings. Consult the printer manufacturer as to whether the printer provides these functions or not.
Troubleshooting Printing is canceled. • Confirm that you have disconnected the cable for multi-use terminal before the (PictBridge Connecting) mark disappears. Cannot insert the date or print images in the index mode. • The printer does not provide these functions. Consult the printer manufacturer as to whether the printer provides these functions or not. • The date may not be inserted in the index mode depending on the printer. Consult the printer manufacturer.
Troubleshooting The lens gets fogged. • Moisture condensation has occurred. Turn off the camera and leave it for about an hour before using it. The lens does not move when you turn off the camera. • The battery pack is discharged. Replace it with a charged battery pack. The camera becomes warm when you use it for a long time. • This is not a malfunction. The Clock Set screen appears when you turn on the camera. • Set the date and time again (page 103).
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 Cannot access Memory Stick Access denied • You are using the “Memory Stick Duo” with the access controlled. Error formatting Memory Stick Error formatting internal memory • Format the media again (pages 91, 93). 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.
Warning indicators and messages Macro is invalid • The macro is unavailable under the current settings (page 35). Flash settings cannot be changed • The flash is unavailable under the current settings (pages 35, 38). Maximum number of images already selected • You can select up to 100 image files from [Multiple Images]. • When you select all image files of a date/folder/favorites, the maximum number is 999.
Warning indicators and messages 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 35). Recover data Recovering data • Date information or other data is recovered in cases where images have been deleted on the PC. • The number exceeds the maximum number of images (20,000) which the camera can manage the date.
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 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 fully 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 COMPONENT..................... 96 E Adaptor ring .........................18 Computer ........................... 108 Easy Shooting mode.............30 Add / Remove Favorites.......79 Copying images ............................ 113, 121 EV......................................... 44 Adjusting EV ........................26 Macintosh ................... 121 Advanced Sports Shooting mode..............................34 Recommended environment ........ 109, 121 AE/AF lock indicator .
Index G Main Settings 1 .................... 94 Partial Color..........................82 Grid Line...............................98 Main Settings 2 .................... 96 PC .......................................108 Manage Memory .................. 91 PictBridge .....................96, 125 H Manual exposure mode ........ 43 Picture Motion Browser .....112 Happy Faces..........................84 Manual Focus ....................... 46 Pixel ......................................
Index Semi Manual.........................46 Using the camera abroad.... 145 Sepia .....................................73 Settings .................................94 V Sharpness..............................75 VGA..................................... 13 Shooting Video Out............................. 97 Movie ............................29 View Mode .................... 77, 78 Still image .....................29 Viewing images ................... 50 Shooting Settings 1...............
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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