3-068-186-11(1) Digital Still Camera Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DSC-P30/P50 Serial No.
The number below is for the FCC related matters only. WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. For the Customers in the U.S.A. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSC-P30 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 680 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell, NJ 07649 USA Telephone No.: 201-930-6972 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Note: Caution: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
For the Customers in the U.S.A. and Canada THIS CLASS B DIGITAL DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES AND THE CANADIAN ICES-003 OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND (2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.
When the camera is used for long periods Note that the camera body may become hot.
Introduction Checks the image after recording images Recording still images: page 19 Playing back still images: page 28 Deleting images (DELETE): page 62 Captures images with your computer You can copy images onto your computer and view and modify images or attach images to e-mail on your computer using the supplied USB cable and application software.
Table of contents Getting started Identifying the parts .............................. 8 Preparing the power supply ................ 10 Setting the date and time ..................... 15 Inserting the “Memory Stick” ............. 17 Basic operations B Recording Recording still images ........................ 19 Recording moving images .................. 26 B Playback Playing back still images .................... 28 Playing back moving images .............. 29 Viewing images using a personal computer ....
Getting started Identifying the parts See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. A POWER button/lamp (15) Press and hold down this button for approximately one second to turn on the camera. B Mode dial (18) (39) : To record in TWILIGHT mode : To record still images : To playback or edit images : To record moving images or Clip Motion images SET UP:To set the setup items C Shutter button (19) (27) D Flash (24) E Photocell window for flash Do not block while recording with the flash.
Getting started Attaching the strap A Finder Self-timer/recording lamp (red) AE/AF lock lamp (green) /CHG (flash charge/battery charge) lamp (orange) (24) B MENU button (40) C DC IN jack cover (12) (14) D DC IN jack (12) (14) E Control button (18) (39) F LCD screen G DISPLAY/LCD ON/OFF button (21) H Zoom button (INDEX button during playback) (22) I Hook for lens cap/wrist strap J OPEN switch K Battery cover L Access lamp (17) M “Memory Stick” cover 9
Preparing the power supply Installing the supplied batteries or an optional battery pack Your camera operates only with the following batteries. • Two size AA alkaline batteries (supplied) • “InfoLITHIUM” (S series) battery pack (NP-FS11) (not supplied) • Two size AA nickel metal hydride batteries (not supplied) • Two size AA nickel-cadmium batteries (not supplied) The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is recommended for longer operating times.
Install the batteries. Insert the two size AA batteries with the 3 and # ends facing as illustrated. Be careful not to insert the batteries facing the wrong way. 3 Close the battery cover. Pressing the batteries with the cover, close the cover firmly until it clicks into place. To remove the batteries Open the battery cover with the battery cover side facing upward and remove the batteries. Be careful not to drop the batteries when removing them.
Charging the battery pack (not supplied) You cannot charge the battery pack while your camera is turned on. Be sure to turn off your camera. DC IN jack cover Battery pack (S series) (not supplied) To the wall outlet (mains) Power cord (mains lead) AC-LS1A AC power adaptor (not supplied) 1 Insert the battery pack into your camera. 2 Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the DC connecting cable to the DC IN jack of your camera with the v mark facing up.
Battery life and number of images that can be recorded/played back Still image recording* Battery life (min.) Number of images NP-FS11 (not supplied)** Battery life (min.) Number of images LCD screen ON Approx. 30 Approx. 600 Approx. 90 Approx. 1800 LCD screen OFF Approx. 60 Approx. 1200 Approx. 120 Approx. 2400 Still image playback*** SONY alkaline batteries (supplied) LCD screen ON NP-FS11 (not supplied)** Battery life (min.) Number of images Battery life (min.
Charging time Battery pack Full charge (min.) NP-FS11 (not supplied) Approx. 180 Approximate time to charge a completely discharged battery pack using the AC-LS1A AC power adaptor (not supplied) at a temperature of 25°C (77°F). Using the AC power adaptor (not supplied) DC IN jack cover To the wall outlet (mains) Power cord (mains lead) AC-LS1A AC power adaptor (not supplied) 1 Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the DC connecting cable to the DC IN jack of your camera with the v mark facing up.
Setting the date and time When you first use your camera, set the date and time. If these are not set, the CLOCK SET screen appears whenever you turn on your camera. Getting started Control button Select the item with vVbB, then set with the center z. 1 Set the mode dial to 2 Press and hold down the POWER button for POWER approximately one second to turn on the power. The POWER ON/OFF (CHG) lamp (green) lights up. ON/OFF(CHG) The CLOCK SET screen appears on the LCD screen.
5 6 Set the numeric value with v/V on the control button, then press the center z to enter it. After entering the number, v/V moves to the next item. If you selected [D/M/Y] in step 3, set the time on a 24-hour cycle. Select [OK] with B on the control button, then press the center z at the desired moment to begin clock movement. The date and time are entered.
Inserting the “Memory Stick” Getting started Access lamp 1 Open the “Memory Stick” cover. 2 Insert the “Memory Stick.” Insert the “Memory Stick” with the B mark facing toward the battery compartment as illustrated until it clicks. 3 Close the “Memory Stick” cover. Removing the “Memory Stick” Open the “Memory Stick” cover, then press the “Memory Stick” once lightly. Notes • Insert the “Memory Stick” firmly until it clicks, otherwise a message such as “MEMORY STICK ERROR” will be displayed.
B Recording Basic operations Basic operations How to use the mode dial The mode dial switches the function which is used for recording, playback, or editing. Set the dial as follows before starting to operate your camera. : To record still images in TWILIGHT mode : To record still images : To play back or edit images : To record moving images or Clip Motion images SET UP: To display the setup items (The SET UP position changes the settings of infrequently-used items.
Recording still images Still images are recorded in JPEG format. Before recording still images, press the POWER button to turn on the power and insert a “Memory Stick.” POWER B Recording 1 Set the mode dial to 2 Press and hold the shutter button halfway down. The image freezes momentarily, but is not yet recorded. While the AE/AF lock indicator z is flashing, the camera automatically adjusts the exposure and focus of the captured image.
3 Press the shutter button fully down. The shutter sounds. “RECORDING” appears on the LCD screen, and the image will be recorded on the “Memory Stick.” When “RECORDING” disappears, you can record the next image. RCORI ∗ If the flashing AE/AF lock indicator changes to flashing slowly, the subject may be difficult to focus on (dark, poor contrast) or the subject may be extremely close. Release the shutter button, then focus again.
Recording images with the finder DISPLAY/LCD ON/OFF Indicators in the finder Recording lamp (red) AE/AF lock lamp (green) /CHG lamp (orange) Notes • You cannot check the entire recording range with the finder. Recording with the LCD screen is recommended when it is necessary to correctly understand the recording range. • Because of the difference of the portion of the finder and lens, use the LCD screen when you record a subject closer than 1 m (3 1/4 feet).
Recording with the LCD screen When recording with the LCD screen, align the AF frame in the center of the screen with the subject. AF frame Checking the last recorded image (Quick Review) You can check the last recorded image by clearing the menu from the screen (page 40) and pressing b (7) on the control button. (You can perform this operation even when the LCD screen is off.) To return to the normal recording mode: press lightly on the shutter button or press b (7) again. To delete the image: 1.
Digital zoom function This camera has a digital zoom function. Digital zoom enlarges the image by digital processing and it starts to function when zoom exceeds 3×. B Recording The T side of the bar shows the digital zooming zone. Using digital zoom • The maximum zoom magnification is 6×. • Digital zooming deteriorates the picture quality. When digital zoom is not necessary, set [DIGITAL ZOOM] to [OFF] in the setup settings (page 69). Notes • Digital zoom does not work for moving images.
Recording images with the flash The factory setting is auto (no indicator). In this mode, the flash automatically strobes when the surroundings is dark. To change the flash mode, clear the menu (page 40), then press the control button v ( ) repeatedly so that the flash mode indicator appears on the LCD screen. Control button v ( ) Each time you press the control button v ( ), the indicator changes as follows.
Recording images with the AF illuminator The AF illuminator is fill light to focus on a subject easily under dark conditions. Set [AF ILLUMINATOR] (page 69) to [ON] in the setup settings, appears on the LCD screen and the AF illuminator emits light when the shutter button is pressed halfway. It keeps emitting light until the focus is locked. B Recording AF illuminator Notes • If AF illuminator light does not reach the subject sufficiently or the subject has no contrast, focus will not be achieved.
Recording moving images Moving images are recorded in MPEG format (page 38). To record moving images, press the POWER button to turn on the power and insert a “Memory Stick.” POWER DISPLAY/LCD ON/OFF 1 Set the mode dial to SET UP. 2 Select [ ] (CAMERA) with v/V on the control button, then press B. CAMERA MPEG MOVIE MOVING IMAGE: OFF DATE/TIME: OFF DIGITAL ZOOM: RED EYE REDUCTION: OFF ON AF ILLUMINATOR: PAGE SELECT 3 Select [MOVING IMAGE] with v/V on the control button, then press B.
Press the shutter button fully down. “REC” appears on the LCD screen, and the image is recorded on the “Memory Stick.” Sound cannot be recorded with moving images. 7 Press the shutter button fully down again to stop recording. The recording stops. Or, the recording stops when the “Memory Stick” is full. For details on the image size, see “Setting the image size (IMAGE SIZE)” on page 45”.
B Playback Playing back still images POWER DISPLAY/LCD ON/OFF 1 Set the mode dial to . The last recorded image (still or moving) appears on the LCD screen. 2 Select the desired still image with the control button b/B. b: To display the preceding image. B: To display the next image. 640 6/8 100-0028 2001 7 4 10:30PM FILE BACK/NEXT Notes • You might not be able to correctly play back images recorded with this camera on other equipment.
Playing back moving images POWER DISPLAY/LCD ON/OFF B Playback , 1 Set the mode dial to . The last recorded image (still or moving) appears on the LCD screen. 2 Select the desired moving image with the control button b/B. Moving images are displayed one-size smaller than still images. b: To display the preceding image. B: To display the next image. 3 6/8 MOV 00001 PLAY 2001 7 4 FILE BACK/NEXT 10:30 PM Select the center z to start the playback. The moving image is played back.
Viewing images using a personal computer You can view data recorded with your camera on a personal computer, modify and attach it to e-mail using application software. This section describes the method for viewing images on a personal computer using the supplied USB cable. There are two ways to make the USB connection, which are the normal connection and the PTP connection (page 70). This is set using [USB CONNECT] in the setup settings. However, any OS does not conform to [PTP] as of March, 2001.
Recommended computer environment Recommended Windows environment OS: Recommended Macintosh environment Macintosh computer with the Mac OS 8.5.1/8.6/9.0/9.1 standard installation However, note that the update to Mac OS 9.0/9.1 should be used for the following models. •iMac with the Mac OS 8.6 factory pre-installed and a slot loading type CD-ROM drive •iBook or Power Mac G4 with the Mac OS 8.6 factory pre-installed The USB connector must be provided as standard. QuickTime 3.
Installing the USB driver Before connecting your camera to your personal computer, install the USB driver to the computer. The USB driver is included with the application software in the CDROM which is supplied with your camera. Be sure to complete installation of the USB driver before connecting the USB cable. If you connect the USB cable first, you will be unable to install the USB driver properly.
7 Follow the on-screen messages to have the Add Hardware Wizard recognize the hardware. The Add Hardware Wizard starts twice because two different USB drivers are to be installed. Be sure to allow the installation to complete without interrupting it. Notes For Macintosh users • When using MacOS9.1 It is not necessary to install the USB driver. The Macintosh recognizes the camera as a drive simply by connecting it to the Macintosh with the USB cable. • When using MacOS8.5.1/8.6/9.
Viewing images When viewing moving images on a Windows system, RealPlayer, Windows Media Player or other moving image playback applications must be installed. When viewing moving images on a Macintosh system, QuickTime3.0 or later must be installed. 1 Turn on the power of your personal computer and allow Windows or Mac OS to load. 2 Connect the USB jack (mini-B) on the camera with the USB connector on your personal computer using the supplied USB cable.
6 Select and double-click the desired image file from the folder. For the detailed folder and file name, see “Image file storage destinations and image files” on page 37.
For Windows Me and Windows 2000 users The following procedures are recommended when disconnecting the USB cable from your personal computer or ejecting the “Memory Stick” from the camera while it is connected to your personal computer. 1 Stop the drive by clicking on the “Unplug/Eject” icon in the task tray. 2 When the message appears confirming the safe removal of the hardware, disconnect the USB cable or eject the “Memory Stick”.
Image file storage destinations and image files Image files recorded with your camera are grouped in folders by recording mode. The meanings of the file names are as follows. ssss stands for any number within the range from 0001 to 9999. B Playback For Windows Me users (The drive recognizing the camera is “E.
Folder IMCIF100 MOML0001 File Meaning DSC0ssss.JPG • Small-size image file recorded in E-MAIL mode (page 48) DSC0ssss.TIF • Uncompressed image file recorded in TIFF mode (page 50) MOV0ssss.MPG • Moving image file recorded normally The numerical portions of the following files are the same.
Advanced operations Before performing advanced operations This section describes the basic control methods that are frequently used for “Advanced operations.” How to use the mode dial The mode dial switches the function which is used for recording, playback, or editing. Set the dial as follows before starting to operate your camera.
Turning on/off the operation buttons (menu) on the LCD screen 0 Press MENU to display/ clear the menu on the LCD screen. 0 EV WB ISO Menu You can perform this operation even when the LCD screen is off. Setting up the items in the setup or menu 1 Set the mode dial to SET UP so that the setup screen appears, or press MENU so that the menu appears.
Menu settings Menu items that can be modified differ depending on the positions of the mode dial. The LCD screen shows only the items you can operate at the moment. Factory settings are indicated with x. When the mode dial is set to Item EV Setting +2.0EV to –2.0EV / Description Adjust the exposure value (page 53). ∞ (infinite) 7.0 m 3.0 m 1.0 m 0.5 m x AUTO Sets the distance to the subject (page 52). WB (WHITE BAL) HOLD x AUTO IN DOOR OUT DOOR Sets the white balance (page 54).
Item MODE (REC MODE) ± (FLASH LEVEL) Setting TIFF Records a TIFF (uncompressed) file in addition to the JPEG file (page 50). TEXT Records a GIF file in black-and-white (page 49). E-MAIL Records a small-size (320×240) JPEG file in addition to the selected image size (page 48). x NORMAL Records an image using the normal recording mode. HIGH x NORMAL LOW PFX (P. EFFECT) (SHARPNESS) Description Makes the flash level higher than normal. Normal setting. Makes the flash level lower than normal.
Item (IMAGE SIZE) PFX (P. EFFECT) Setting Description 320×240 x 160×112 Selects the MPEG image size when recording moving images (page 45). SOLARIZE B&W SEPIA NEG.ART x OFF Sets the image special effects (page 55). When the mode dial is set to (MOVING IMAGE is set to CLIP MOTION in the setup settings.) Item EV Setting +2.0EV to –2.0EV Description Adjust the exposure value (page 53). ∞ (infinite) 7.0 m 3.0 m 1.0 m 0.5 m x AUTO Sets the distance to the subject (page 52).
Item (SHARPNESS) Setting +2 +1 x 0 –1 –2 Description Adjusts the sharpness of the image. The indicator appears (except when the setting is 0). When the mode dial is set to Item DELETE PROTECT Setting Description OK Deletes the displayed image (page 62). CANCEL Cancels deleting of the image. – Protects images against accidental erasure (page 63). PRINT – Marks the print mark on still images (page 66). SLIDE* INTERVAL Sets the slide show interval.
Setting the image size (IMAGE SIZE) 1 Set the mode dial to 2 Press MENU. The menu appears. 3 Select the desired image size from [ v/V. , or . Still image sizes: DSC-P50 1600×1200, 1600 (3:2)*, 1024×768, 640×480 DSC-P30 1280×960, 1280(3:2)*, 1024×768, 640×480 ∗ The image is recorded in the ratio of three to two to fit the printing paper size. Using this image size, the margin of an image is not printed out.
The number of images* or the time** that you can record on a “Memory Stick” (4 MB) Quality Image size STANDARD FINE Moving image 1600×1200 (DSC-P50) Approx. 7 Approx. 3 – 1600 (3:2) (DSC-P50) Approx. 7 Approx. 3 – 1280×960 (DSC-P30) Approx. 11 Approx. 6 – 1280 (3:2) (DSC-P30) Approx. 11 Approx. 6 – 1024×768 Approx. 16 Approx. 10 – 640×480 Approx. 57 Approx. 23 – 320×240 – – Approx. 40 sec. 160×112 – – Approx. 160 sec. MOBILE (80×72) – – Approx.
B Various recording Tips Records images according to shooting conditions (TWILIGHT mode) Mode dial: This camera has a preset TWILIGHT mode. This mode is suitable for the night scene. Under normal recording conditions, the camera automatically makes various adjustments, such as those for the focus, iris, exposure, and white balance, as it shoots. However, you may not be able to carry out your desired shooting depending on shooting conditions.
The number of images that you can record on a “Memory Stick” (4 MB) in E-MAIL mode Recording still images for e-mail (E-MAIL) Mode dial: Image size / In the E-MAIL mode, a small-size image which is suitable for e-mail transmission is also recorded at the same time as recording a normal still image. (The size of the normal still image is set using [ ] (IMAGE SIZE) in the menu settings (page 45).) 1 4 2 3 FINE 1600×1200 (DSC-P50) Approx. 7 Approx. 3 1600 (3:2) (DSC-P50) Approx. 7 Approx.
Recording text documents (TEXT) To return to normal recording mode Select [NORMAL] with v/V in step 3. Mode dial: Notes The TEXT mode is suitable for recording a document to emphasize its character by the black and white colors. The LCD screen also turns to black and white, and the image is recorded in the GIF format. 1 4 • If the subject is not evenly illuminated, you may be unable to record a clear image. • Writing and reading data take more time than normal recording.
Notes Recording still images as uncompressed files (TIFF) Mode dial: / Records the images without compression, so the image does not deteriorate. Images recorded in this mode are suitable for printing with a high-quality image. The JPEG (compressed) format image is also recorded with the TIFF format image. 1 4 2 3 1 Set the mode dial to . 2 Press MENU. The menu appears. 3 Select [MODE] (REC MODE) with b/B, [TIFF] with v/V. 4 Record the image.
Creating Clip Motion Files 6 Record the image for the first frame. 60min Mode dial: MAKING "CLIP MOTION" Clip Motion is an animation function that plays back still images in succession. The images are stored in GIF format, which is convenient for creating home pages or attaching images to an e-mail. 1,3 6,7 Before carrying out step 8, the images are temporarily stored in memory. These images are not recorded on the “Memory Stick”, yet. 7 Record the image for the next frame.
The number of Clip Motion frames that you can record on a “Memory Stick” (4 MB) Image size Number of images NORMAL (160×120) Approx. 20* MOBILE (80×72) Approx. 200 ∗ When recording 10 frames per Clip Motion file Setting the distance to the subject Mode dial: / / Normally the focus is automatically adjusted. This function is useful when the auto focus does not work well such as in dark places. 1 Notes • You cannot change the image size partway through a Clip Motion recording.
Recording images in macro Mode dial: / / The macro recording is used when zooming up a little subject, such as flowers, insects. Adjusting the exposure (EXPOSURE) Mode dial: / / Adjusts the exposure value which is set in the automatic adjustment. 1 1 2 3 2 3 Set the mode dial to or . 2 Clear the menu, and press the control button B ( ). The (macro) indicator appears on the LCD screen.
Tips Normally, the camera automatically adjusts the exposure. If the color of the image is too dark or bright as illustrated below, we recommend that you adjust the exposure manually. When recording a backlighted subject or a subject in the snow, set it toward +, and when recording a dark subject with fully displayed on the LCD screen, set it toward –. Set the exposure toward + Adjusting the white balance (WHITE BALANCE) Mode dial: / / Normally, the white balance is automatically adjusted (AUTO).
To reactivate auto adjustment Select [AUTO] with v/V in step 3. Enjoying picture effects (P. EFFECT) Tips The image is susceptible to lighting conditions. The image looks blue under sunlight in the summer, and looks red under mercury lamps. Human eyes can resolve these problems. However, the camera cannot resolve the problem without making adjustments. Normally, the camera adjusts it automatically, but, if the image appears in strange colors, we recommend that you change the white balance mode.
Recording the date and time on the still image (DATE/TIME) Mode dial: 5 Record the image. The date and time do not appear on the LCD screen during shooting. These appear during playback only. / 1,4 5 2001 2,3 Notes 1 Set the mode dial to SET UP. The setup screen appears. 2 Select [ ] (CAMERA) with v/V, [DATE/TIME] with B/v/V, then press B. • If you select [DATE] in step 3, the date is imposed onto the image in the order selected with “Setting the date and time” (page 15).
Using the spot lightmetering function Mode dial: / / Use this function when there is backlight or when there is strong contrast between the subject and the background, etc. Position the point you want to record on the spot lightmetering cross hair. 1 2 3 1 Set the mode dial to or . 2 Press MENU. The menu appears. 3 Select [ ] (SPOT METER) with b/B, [ON] with v/V. Position the point you want to record at the spot light-metering cross hair.
B Various playback • Triple-image screen Playing back three or nine images at once APERTURE VALUE : SHUTTER SPEED : EXPOSURE CLIP VALUE : F2.2 1/125 +0.0 TEXT Mode dial: 100-0005 You can display multiple images on the LCD screen at one time using the zoom buttons. 1 2 1 2 Set the mode dial to . Press the zoom W button repeatedly.
Notes Enlarging a part of the still image (Zoom and trimming) Mode dial: 1 3 2,4 1 2 Set the mode dial to 3 Zoom in/out the image with the zoom T/W buttons. 4 Press the control button repeatedly to select the desired portion of the image. v: The image moves downward V: The image moves upward b: The image moves rightward B: The image moves leftward . • You cannot zoom moving images. • You can zoom images recorded in TEXT mode, but cannot trim them.
Playing back the still images in order (SLIDE) Mode dial: This function is useful for checking the recorded images or for presentations, etc. 1 To stop the SLIDE SHOW playback Press z, select [EXIT] with B, then press z. To skip to the next/previous image during the SLIDE SHOW Select b/B at the lower-left on the LCD screen, then press z. Note The interval setting time may vary depending on the image size. 2 3,4 1 2 Set the mode dial to 3 Select [SLIDE], then press z. Set the following items. .
Rotating a still image (ROTATE) Viewing images on a TV screen Mode dial: Mode dial: You can rotate the image recorded in portrait orientation and display it in landscape orientation. Before connecting your camera, be sure to turn off the TV. Set the TV/VIDEO switch to “VIDEO”. 1 2 3,4 Set the mode dial to , and display the image to rotate. 2 Press MENU. The menu appears. 3 Select [ROTATE] with b/B, then press z.
B Editing In index mode Deleting images (DELETE) 1 W Mode dial: 2 3,4,5 You can delete unwanted files. In single-image or tripleimage mode 1 Set the mode dial to , then display the index screen with the zoom W button. 2 Press MENU. The menu appears. 3 Select [DELETE] with b/B, then press z. 4 Select [ALL] or [SELECT] with b/B, then press z. 5 When you select [ALL] Select [ENTER] with b/B, then press z. All the unprotected images are deleted. 1 W 3 2,4,5 1 2 Set the mode dial to .
To cancel deleting Select [CANCEL] with b/B in step 4 or [EXIT] with b/B in step 5, then press z. Note If there are files on the “Memory Stick” with names having the same last 4 digits as the file name of the image to be deleted, these files are also deleted at the same time. Preventing accidental erasure (PROTECT) Mode dial: Protects images against accidental erasure. In single-image or tripleimage mode 1 W 3 2,4 1 2 Set the mode dial to .
3 Select [OK] with b/B, then press z. In index mode 1 W 2 3,4,5 1 Set the mode dial to , then display the index screen with the zoom W button. 2 Press MENU. The menu appears. 3 Select [PROTECT] with b/B, then press z. 4 Select [ALL] or [SELECT] with b/B, then press z. 5 When you select [ALL] Select [ON] with b/B, then press z. All the images in the “Memory Stick” are protected. When you select [SELECT] The frame of the selected image turns green.
Notes Changing the recorded still image size (RESIZE) Mode dial: You can change the image size of the recorded image. 1 2 3,4 Set the mode dial to , then display the image of which you want to change the size. 2 Press MENU. The menu appears. 3 Select [RESIZE] with b/B, then press z. 4 Select the desired size with v/V, then press z. DSC-P50: 1600×1200, 1024×768, 640×480 DSC-P30: 1280×960, 1024×768, 640×480 The resized image is recorded.
Selecting still images to print (PRINT) Mode dial: To unmark the print mark Press z again in step 4. mark disappears. In index mode You can mark a print mark on still images recorded with your camera. This mark is convenient when you have images printed at a shop that conforms with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard. . In single-image or tripleimage mode 1 W 2,6 3–5,7 1 Set the mode dial to , then display the index screen with the zoom W button. 2 Press MENU. The menu appears.
To unmark selected print marks Select the images to be unmarked in step 5 with the control button, then press z. To unmark all the print marks Select [ALL] with b/B in step 4, then press z. Select [OFF] with b/B, then press z. The marks on all images are unmarked. To cancel marking the print mark Select [CANCEL] with b/B in step 4 or select [EXIT] with b/B in step 7, then press z. Notes Mode dial: You can divide moving images recorded in MPEG MOVIE mode.
You cannot divide the following types of files: • Clip Motion files • Still image files • Moving image files that are too short to divide The file number changes as follows when you divide a file. If you divide the MOV0003.mpg file, the divided file numbers become MOV0004.mpg and MOV0005.mpg, and MOV0003.mpg is skipped. The divided files are saved as the latest files. 1 2 MOV0003.mpg Step 1: Divide the unwanted scene A. 1 A MOV0002.mpg Step 2: Divide the unwanted scene B. MOV0004.
Changing the setup settings (SETUP) Set the mode dial to SET UP. The setup screen appears. You can set up the following items with the control button. CAMERA Item Setting Description MOVING IMAGE x MPEG MOVIE Records the MPEG movie (pages 26, 51). DATE/TIME DAY & TIME DATE x OFF CLIP MOTION Records the Clip Motion. DIGITAL ZOOM x ON Uses digital zoom (page 23). OFF RED EYE REDUCTION Sets whether to insert the date and time into the image (page 56). Does not use digital zoom.
SETUP 2 Item Setting Description LCD BRIGHTNESS BRIGHT x NORMAL DARK Selects the LCD brightness. This has no effect on the recorded images. LCD BACKLIGHT BRIGHT x NORMAL Selects the brightness of the LCD backlight. Lets you set the brightness of the LCD backlight to [BRIGHT] or [NORMAL]. Selecting [BRIGHT] makes the screen bright and easy to see when using the camera outdoors or in other bright locations, but also uses up the battery charge faster. SHUTTER Turns on the shutter sound only.
Additional information How to prevent moisture condensation Precautions When bringing the camera from a cold place to a warm place, seal the camera in a plastic bag and allow it to adapt to conditions at the new location over a period of time (about an hour). On cleaning Cleaning the LCD screen Wipe the screen surface with a cleaning cloth (not supplied) or a LCD cleaning kit (not supplied) to remove fingerprints, dust, etc.
On battery pack (not supplied) • Use only the specified charger with the charging function. • To prevent accident from a short circuit, do not allow metal objects to come into contact with the battery terminals. • Keep the battery pack away from fire. • Never expose the battery pack to temperatures above 60°C (140°F), such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight. • Keep the battery pack dry. • Do not expose the battery pack to any mechanical shock.
“Memory Stick”, , “MagicGate Memory Stick” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. “MagicGate” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. About “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (not supplied) What is the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack? The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (not supplied) is a lithium-ion battery pack that has functions for communicating information related to operating conditions between your camera and the AC power adaptor (not supplied).
Battery life PAL system • The battery life is limited. Battery capacity decreases little by little as you use it more and more, and as time passes. When the battery operating time is shortened considerably, a probable cause is that the battery pack has reached the end of its life. Please buy a new battery pack. • The battery life varies according to how it is stored and operating conditions and environment for each battery pack.
Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with your camera, first check the following items. Should your camera still not operate properly after you have made these checks, press the reset button located on the bottom. (If you press the reset button, the date and time setting is cleared.) Should your camera still not operate properly, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Symptom Cause and/or Solution The picture is out of focus. • Your camera is not in macro recording mode when you shoot a subject that is about 3 to 25 cm (1 3/16 to 9 27/32 inches) from the lens. t Set the macro recording mode (page 53). t Press the zoom button to set to the W side. • The focus preset is selected. t Cancel the function (page 52). The resizing function does not work. • You cannot resize moving images, text images, Clip Motion and uncompressed images.
Cause and/or Solution The battery life is short. • You are recording/playing back images under extremely cold temperatures. • The battery pack is not charged enough. t Charge the battery pack fully. • Alkaline batteries or the battery pack is dead. t Replace the battery (page 10). • You are not using the recommended batteries. t Use the recommended batteries (pages 10, 88). The battery remaining indicator is incorrect. Or sufficient battery remaining indicator is displayed but the power runs out soon.
Symptom Cause and/or Solution Your camera cannot delete an image. • The image is protected. t Cancel the protection (page 63). The power turns off suddenly. • If you do not operate the camera for about three minutes while the power is on, the camera turns off automatically to prevent wearing down the battery (page 11). t The auto-power off function (page 11) is activated. Turn on the camera. • The battery is discharged. t Replace it with a charged battery or new alkaline batteries.
Cause and/or Solution Your personal computer does not recognize your camera. • The battery level is low. t Use the AC power adaptor (not supplied) (page 14). • The camera is turned off. t Turn on the camera. • The USB cable is not connected firmly. t Disconnect the USB cable, and connect it again firmly. Make sure that “USB MODE” is displayed on the LCD screen (pages 32, 34). • The USB connectors on your personal computer are connected to other equipment besides the keyboard, the mouse, and your camera.
Reinstall the USB driver when using Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows Me and Windows 2000 Professional Perform all steps without skipping. 1 2 Turn on your computer and allow Windows to load. 3 4 Insert a “Memory Stick”. 5 Open “Device Manager” on Windows. For Windows 98, Windows 98SE and Windows Me users: Connect the USB jack on the camera and the computer with the supplied USB cable.
Warning and notice messages Various messages appear on the LCD screen. Check the corresponding descriptions in the following list. Message Meaning No “Memory Stick” has been inserted. SYSTEM ERROR Turn the power off and on again. MEMORY STICK ERROR • The inserted “Memory Stick” cannot be used with your camera, or is damaged. • The “Memory Stick” is not inserted correctly. FORMAT ERROR Failed to format the “Memory Stick.
Message Meaning The amount of light is not sufficient or the shutter speed is too slow. (Mount the camera on a tripod or otherwise secure the camera in place.
Self-diagnosis display Your camera has a self-diagnosis display. This function displays the camera condition on the LCD screen with a combination of a letter and four digits of numbers. If this occurs, check the following code chart. The code informs you of the camera’s current condition. The last two digits (indicated by ss) will differ depending on the state of the camera. C:32:ss Self-diagnosis display • C:ss:ss You can reverse the camera malfunction yourself.
Specifications System Image device 6.64 mm (1/2.7 type) color CCD Lens 3× zoom lens f = 6.4 – 19.2 mm (9/32 – 25/32 inches) (41 – 123 mm (1 5/8 – 4 7/8 inches) when converted into a 35 mm still camera) F = 3.8 – 3.9 Exposure control Automatic exposure White balance Automatic, Indoor, Outdoor, Hold Data system Movie: MPEG1 Still: JPEG, GIF (in TEXT mode, Clip Motion), TIFF Recording medium “Memory Stick” Flash Recommended recording distance (ISO is set to AUTO): 0.3 m to 2.
LCD screen indicators The indicators during recording still images 8 90 qaqsqdqf 1 2 3 4 5 6 min SOLARIZE 7 + EV WB ISO qg qh qj qk ql w; wa A Battery remaining indicator L TWILIGHT mode indicator B Flash mode/red eye reduction/ white balance/AF illuminator indicator M Remaining number of recordable images indicator/ Self-diagnosis function indicator C Date/time/ISO number indicator D Sharpness indicator F AF frame O Macro /focus mode 9 indicator G Spot light-metering cross hair P EV level
The indicators during recording moving images 45 6 7 1 2 3 min STANDBY 8 9 SOLARIZE + EV A Battery remaining indicator B White balance indicator C Picture effect indicator D Recording mode indicator E Image size indicator F Recording time (maximum recordable time) indicator/ Self-diagnosis function indicator 86 WB 0 qa G Remaining memory capacity indicator H Macro /focus mode 9 indicator I Self-timer indicator J Spot light-metering cross hair K Menu and guide menu Pressing MENU switches the men
When playing back still images 45 6 7 120min 1 2 640 8 11/12 x1.
Notes on Using Batteries Power save mode When operating the camera with size AA alkaline batteries, set POWER SAVE in the SET UP screen to ON. This increases the battery efficiency and life when recording still images. When POWER SAVE is ON • When recording with the LCD screen turned on, the LCD screen turns off while the flash is charging (while the /CHG lamp flashes). • The time from when you press the shutter button until the image is recorded is slightly longer than when POWER SAVE is OFF.
Index A Adjusting the exposure ... 53 AF lock ........................... 19 Auto power-off function . 11 Auto red-eye reduction............... 24, 69 B Battery battery life .................. 13 battery remaining indicator...................... 85 charging...................... 12 installing ..................... 10 BEEP............................... 70 C Charging the battery pack12 Cleaning .......................... 71 Clip Motion..................... 51 Control button...........
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