3-060-523-12(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.________________________ Serial No.
CAUTION WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. Declaration of Conformity For the Customers in the U.S.A. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
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.
Notes on image data compatibility Attention The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound of this camera. “Memory Stick” N50 For the Customers in CANADA This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. For the Customers in the U.S.A. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Table of contents Getting started Identifying the parts .............................. 6 Preparing the power supply .................. 8 Setting the date and time ..................... 13 Inserting the “Memory Stick” ............. 15 Basic operations B Recording Recording still images ........................ 16 Recording moving images (DSC-S50 only) ........................... 20 B Playback Playing back still images .................... 21 Playing back moving images ..............
Getting started Identifying the parts See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. 1 2 3 5 6 7 8 9 0 4 qa qs A Flash (19) I Lens B MODE selector (29) J A/V OUT jack (DSC-S50 only) (48) C Shutter button (16) (20) D Lens cap E Photocell window for flash Do not block while recording. F Self-timer/recording lamp G Built-in microphone (DSC-S50 only) Do not touch while recording. H Speaker (DSC-S50 only) 6 Audio output is monaural.
Attaching the strap 4 5 9 0 qa qf qg qs 6 7 8 qd qh qj A Flash button G DISPLAY button B FOCUS button (41) H LCD screen C LCD BACKLIGHT BRIGHT/ NORMAL switch I Hook for lens cap/strap Usually set to NORMAL. When you use the camera outdoors or in other bright places, setting this to BRIGHT makes the LCD screen bright and easy to see, but also uses up the battery faster.
Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack Your camera operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM” NP-FM50 battery pack* (M series). You cannot use any other battery pack. Battery eject lever 1 Open the battery/“Memory Stick” cover. Open the cover while sliding the OPEN switch in the direction of the arrow. 2 Install the battery pack. Insert the battery pack with the B mark facing toward the battery compartment as illustrated. 3 Close the battery/“Memory Stick” cover.
Charging the battery pack You cannot charge the battery pack while your camera is turned on. Be sure to turn off your camera before charging. Getting started BATT CHARGE lamp Battery pack (M series) To the wall outlet (mains) DC IN jack cover Power cord (mains lead) AC-L10 AC power adaptor 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.
Charging time Battery pack Full charge (min.) Normal charge (min.) NP-FM50 (supplied) 150 90 Approximate time to charge a completely discharged battery pack using the AC-L10 AC power adaptor. Battery life and number of images that can be recorded/played back STILL mode recording* DSC-S50 LCD BACKLIGHT Battery life (min.) Number of images BRIGHT 140 (130) 2300 (2100) NORMAL 150 (140) 2500 (2300) LCD BACKLIGHT Battery life (min.
Notes 11 Getting started • The battery life and number of images will be decreased if you use your camera at low temperatures, use the flash, repeatedly turn the power on/off or use the zoom. • The capacity of the “Memory Stick” is limited. The above figures are a guide when you continuously record/play back while replacing the “Memory Stick.” • If sufficient battery remaining time is indicated but the power runs out soon, fully charge the battery so that the correct battery remaining time appears.
Using the AC power adaptor To the wall outlet (mains) DC IN jack cover Power cord (mains lead) AC-L10 AC power adaptor 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. 2 Connect the power cord (mains lead) to the AC power adaptor and then to a wall outlet (mains). Using a car battery Use Sony DC adaptor/charger.
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 for recording. Getting started Control button POWER lamp 1 Slide down the POWER switch to turn on the power. The POWER lamp lights up. 2 Press v on the control button. The menu bar appears on the LCD screen. 3 Select [SETUP] with B on the control button, then press the center z.
5 Select the desired date display format with v/V on the control button, then press the center z. Select from [Y/M/D] (year/month/day), [M/D/Y] (month/day/year) or [D/M/Y] (day/month/year). 6 Select the year, month, day, hour or minute item you want to set with b/B on the control button. The item to be set is indicated with v/V. 7 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.
Inserting the “Memory Stick” Getting started Access lamp 1 Open the battery/“Memory Stick” cover. Open the cover while sliding the OPEN switch in the direction of the arrow. 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 battery/“Memory Stick” cover. Removing the “Memory Stick” Open the battery/“Memory Stick” cover, then press the “Memory Stick” once lightly.
B Recording Basic operations Recording still images Still images are recorded in JPEG format. To record still images, slide the POWER switch down to turn on the power and insert a “Memory Stick.” POWER switch 1 Set the MODE selector to STILL. 2 Press and hold the shutter button halfway down and check the image. While the AE lock indicator z (green) is flashing, the image freezes momentarily, but is not yet recorded.
Checking the last recorded image (Quick Review) You can check the last recorded image by clearing the menu bar from the screen (page 31) and pressing b on the control button. To return to the normal recording mode, press lightly on the shutter button or select [RETURN] with b/B on the control button and then press the center z.
LCD screen indicators during recording Press DISPLAY to turn on/off the indicators on the LCD screen. See page 64 for a detailed description of the indicated items. DISPLAY Notes • You cannot turn off the self-timer indicators and some of the indicators used in advanced operations. • The indicators on the LCD screen are not recorded. Using the self-timer When you use the self-timer function, the subject is recorded about 10 seconds after you press the shutter button.
Recording images with the flash The initial setting is auto (no indicator). In this mode, the flash automatically strobes when the surroundings become dark. When you change the flash mode, press the (flash) repeatedly so that the flash mode indicator appears on the LCD screen. (flash) B Recording Each time you press the (flash), the indicator changes as follows. (No indicator) t t t t (No indicator) Auto red-eye reduction: The flash strobes before recording to reduce the red-eye phenomenon.
Recording moving images (DSCS50 only) Moving images with audio are recorded in MPEG format. To record moving images, slide the POWER switch down to turn on the power and insert a “Memory Stick.” DISPLAY POWER switch 1 Set the MODE selector to MOVIE. 2 Press the shutter button fully down. “REC” appears on the LCD screen, and the image and sound are recorded on the “Memory Stick.” If you press the shutter button momentarily The image and sound are recorded for five seconds.
B Playback Playing back still images DISPLAY POWER switch B Playback 1 Set the MODE selector to PLAY. The last recorded image (still or moving) appears on the LCD screen. 2 Press v on the control button to display the menu bar on the LCD screen. 3 Select the desired still image with the control button. Press v/V/b/B on the control button to select "b/B" on the LCD screen, then press b/B on the control button. "b: To display the preceding image. B": To display the next image.
Playing back moving images VOLUME +/– POWER switch DISPLAY 1 Set the MODE selector to PLAY. The last recorded image (still or moving) appears on the LCD screen. 2 Press v on the control button to display the menu bar on the LCD screen. 3 Select the desired moving image with the control button. Moving images are displayed one-size smaller than still images. Press v/V/b/B on the control button to select "b/B" on the LCD screen, then press b/B on the control button. "b: To display the preceding image.
When the menu bar is not displayed You can directly select the image with b/B on the control button, and play back the image and sound (DSC-S50 only) by pressing the center z. When you press the center z during playback, playback is paused. Adjusting the volume (DSC-S50 only) Press VOLUME +/– to adjust the volume. LCD screen indicators during moving image playback B Playback Press DISPLAY to turn on/off the indicators on the LCD screen. See page 64 for a detailed description of the indicators.
Viewing images using a personal computer You can view data recorded with your camera on a personal computer and attach it to e-mail. This section describes the method for installing the USB driver and viewing images on a personal computer. Be sure to also see the operation manuals for your personal computer and application software. Note Data recorded with your camera is stored in the following formats. Make sure that applications that support these file formats are installed on your personal computer.
Installing the USB driver Before connecting your camera to your personal computer, install the USB driver to the computer. The USB driver is contained together with application software for viewing images on a CD-ROM which is supplied with your camera. For Windows 98 users Turn on your personal computer and allow Windows 98 to load. 2 Insert the supplied CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive of your personal computer.
3 Double-click the CD-ROM drive icon to open the window. 4 Double-click the icon of the hard disk containing the OS to open the window. 5 Move the following two files from the window opened in step 3 to the “System Folder” icon in the window opened in step 4 (drag and drop). • Sony USB Driver • Sony USB Shim 6 When “Put these items into the Extensions folder?” appears, click “OK.” 7 Restart your personal computer.
6 Select and double-click the desired image/sound file from the folder. For the detailed folder and file name, see “Image file storage destinations and image files” (page 28).
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. For Windows 98 users (The drive recognizing the camera is “D.
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 selector The MODE selector selects whether you can use your camera to record or to play back and edit images. Set the selector as follows before starting to operate your camera.
Turning on/off the operation buttons (menu bar) on the LCD screen Press v to display the menu bar on the LCD screen. Press V to clear the menu bar from the LCD screen. Menu bar Note You cannot clear the menu bar during INDEX screen display (page 45). Selecting items and images on the LCD screen 1 Press v/V/b/B on the control button to select the item you want to set or the image you want to display. The color of the selected item or the border of the selected image changes from blue to yellow.
How to change the menu settings Some of the advanced operations for your camera are executed by selecting menu items displayed on the LCD screen with the control button. MODE selector Press v on the control button to display the menu bar. The menu bar appears as follows according to the setting of the MODE selector. MOVIE/STILL PLAY (single mode) PLAY (INDEX mode) 2 Select the desired item with v/V/b/B on the control button, then press the center z.
Menu settings Menu items that can be modified differ depending on the setting of the MODE selector. The LCD screen shows only the items you can operate at the moment. Initial settings are indicated with x. (SELF TIMER) Records with the self-timer (page 18). EFFECT Item Setting Description MODE selector P.EFFECT SOLARIZE Sets the image special effects (page 44). MOVIE B&W STILL SEPIA NEG.ART x OFF DATE/ TIME DAY&TIME Sets whether to insert the date and time STILL into the image (page 44).
Item IMAGE SIZE REC MODE PRINT MARK MODE selector x 1600×1200 Selects the image size when recording 1600 (3:2) still images (DSC-S50 only). 1024×768 640×480 STILL 1472×1104 Selects the image size when recording x 1280×960 still images (DSC-S30 only). 1280 (3:2) 1024×768 640×480 STILL 320×240 x 160×112 Selects the MPEG image size when recording moving images (DSC-S50 only). MOVIE TIFF Records a TIFF (uncompressed) file in addition to the JPEG file.
Item PROTECT Setting ON x OFF Description Protects images against accidental erasure (page 49). MODE selector PLAY Releases protection of images against accidental erasure. CAMERA Item DIGITAL ZOOM Setting x ON OFF SHARPNESS +2 to –2 WHITE BALANCE FLASH LEVEL Description Uses digital zoom. x NORMAL LOW EXPOSURE +2.0 EV to –2.0 EV STILL Does not use digital zoom. Adjusts the sharpness of the image. appears on the LCD screen except when set to 0. IN DOOR Sets the white balance (page 43).
SETUP Item DEMO VIDEO OUT Setting x ON/STBY OFF NTSC PAL Description MODE selector MOVIE Displayed only when you use the AC power adaptor in MOVIE or STILL STILL mode. When ON is selected, a demonstration will start if you do not operate your camera for about 10 minutes. To stop the demonstration, turn off your camera. Select ON to make the demonstration appear again. MOVIE Sets the video output signal to NTSC mode (North American countries, Japan, STILL etc.).
3 (RETURN)** Returns to PLAY (single) mode. ∗ Displayed only in PLAY (single) mode. ∗∗ Displayed only in PLAY (INDEX) mode.
B Various recording Setting the image size (IMAGE SIZE) Rotating the LCD screen — Face-toFace recording 1 2,3 You can record images with the lens facing you. 2 3 1 Set the MODE selector to MOVIE or STILL. 2 Adjust the angle of the LCD screen. Rotate the LCD screen by 180° for Face-to-Face recording. 3 Record the image. The image appears on the LCD screen as a mirror image, but the recorded image is the same as the actual subject. Set the MODE selector to MOVIE or STILL.
The number of images or the time that you can record on a “Memory Stick” (4 MB): Image size Number of images or time* 1600×1200 Approx. 4 1600 (3:2) Approx. 4 1472×1104 Approx. 5 1280×960 Approx. 6 1280 (3:2) Approx. 6 1024×768 Approx. 10 640×480 Approx. 57 320×240 Approx. 42 (15**) sec. 160×112 Approx. 169 (60**) sec. Recording still images for e-mail (EMAIL) E-MAIL mode records a small-size (320×240) image at the same time as a still image.
Adding audio files to still images (VOICE) (DSC-S50 only) 3 1 Recording text documents (TEXT) Text is recorded in black and white GIF format to provide a clearer image. 3 1 2 2 1 Set the MODE selector to STILL. 2 Select [FILE], [REC MODE], and then [VOICE] from the menu. 3 1 Set the MODE selector to STILL. 2 Select [FILE], [REC MODE], and then [TEXT] from the menu. 3 Record the image. Record the image.
Notes Recording uncompressed images (TIFF) This mode simultaneously records still images in both TIFF format (uncompressed) and JPEG format (compressed). 3 1 2 1 Set the MODE selector to STILL. 2 Select [FILE], [REC MODE], and then [TIFF] from the menu. 3 Record the image. The number of images that you can record on a “Memory Stick” (16 MB) in TIFF mode: Image size Number of images 1600×1200 Approx. 2 1600 (3:2) Approx. 2 1280×960 Approx. 3 1280 (3:2) Approx.
Recording images in macro 2 1 Setting the distance to the subject Normally the focus is automatically adjusted. This function is useful when the auto focus does not work well such as in dark places. 2 1 Set the MODE selector to MOVIE or STILL. 2 Press FOCUS repeatedly until the (auto macro) indicator appears on the LCD screen. You can record a subject as close as about 1 3/16 inches (3 cm) from the lens surface with the zoom set all the way to the W side.
Using the PROGRAM AE function 1 +/– 2 1 Set the MODE selector to MOVIE or STILL. 2 Press PROGRAM AE repeatedly to select the desired PROGRAM AE mode. Aperture priority mode Makes the subject stand out against an unclear background or makes both the subject and the background stand out clearly. Press +/– repeatedly to select an aperture value in 9 steps from F2.8 to F11. Shutter speed priority mode Records a sharp picture of a fastmoving subject or the flow of motion of a moving subject.
Adjusting the exposure (EXPOSURE) Adjusting the white balance (WHITE BALANCE) 1 Normally the white balance is automatically adjusted. 2,3 1 2,3 Set the MODE selector to MOVIE or STILL. 2 Select [CAMERA] and then [EXPOSURE] from the menu. 3 Select the desired exposure value. Adjust the exposure value while checking the brightness of the background. You can select values ranging from +2.0 EV to –2.0 EV in steps of 1/3 EV.
Recording the date and time on the still image (DATE/TIME) Enjoying picture effects (P.EFFECT) 1 4 1 2,3 2,3 1 Set the MODE selector to STILL. 2 Select [EFFECT] and then [DATE/TIME] from the menu. 3 Select the date and time setting. DAY&TIME The date, hour and minutes are imposed onto the image. DATE The year, month and day are imposed onto the image. OFF The date and time are not imposed onto the image. 4 44 Record the image. The date and time are not displayed during recording.
B Various playback To display the next (previous) index screen Select v/V at the lower left of the LCD screen. Playing back six images at once (INDEX) Displays the previous index screen 1 Displays the next index screen 2 1 Set the MODE selector to PLAY. 2 Select [INDEX] on the LCD screen. Six images are displayed at once (index screen). To return to normal playback (single image) • Select the desired image with the control button. • Select [3] (RETURN).
Notes Enlarging a part of the still image (Zoom and trimming) 1 2,4 3 1 Set the MODE selector to PLAY. 2 Display the image to be enlarged. 3 Zoom in/out the image with the zoom button. The zoom scaling indicator appears on the LCD screen. 4 Press the control button repeatedly to select the desired part of the image.
Rotating a still image (ROTATE) 1 2,3,4 Playing back the images in order (SLIDE SHOW) This function is useful for checking the recorded images or for presentations, etc. 1 2,3 1 Set the MODE selector to PLAY. 2 3 Display the image to rotate. Select [FILE] and then [ROTATE] from the menu. 1 4 Set the MODE selector to PLAY. Rotate the image clockwise or counterclockwise , then select [RETURN]. 2 Select [FILE] and then [SLIDE SHOW] from the menu. Set the following items.
Note The [INTERVAL] setting time is approximate, and may vary depending on the played back image size or other factors. Viewing images on a TV screen Before connecting your camera, be sure to turn off the TV. After connecting A/V connecting cable (DSC-S50) or VIDEO connecting cable (DSC-S30), turn on the TV. Set the TV/VIDEO switch to VIDEO. A/V connecting cable or VIDEO connecting cable (supplied) to A/V OUT jack or VIDEO OUT jack 1 Connect your camera and the TV.
B Editing The selected images are protected. Preventing accidental erasure (PROTECT) The - (protect) indicator appears on protected images. 1 1,2,3 To release protection If you selected [ALL] in step 2, select [OFF]. If you selected [SELECT] in step 2, select the images to unprotect with the control button, then select [ENTER]. In single mode Set the MODE selector to PLAY, then display the image to protect. 2 Select [FILE], [PROTECT], and then [ON] from the menu.
The (delete) indicator appears on the selected images and these images are deleted. Deleting images (DELETE) You cannot delete protected files. 1 1,2,3 To cancel deleting Select [CANCEL] in step 2 or 3. In single mode 1 Set the MODE selector to PLAY, then display the image to delete. 2 Select [DELETE] and then [OK] from the menu. The image is deleted. In INDEX mode 1 Set the MODE selector to PLAY, then display the INDEX screen. 2 Select [DELETE] and then [ALL] or [SELECT] from the menu.
Changing the recorded still image size (RESIZE) Copying images (COPY) You can copy images to another “Memory Stick.” 1 1,2,3 In single mode 1 1 Set the MODE selector to PLAY and display the image to resize. 2 Select [TOOL] and then [RESIZE] from the menu. 3 Select the desired image size. 1,2 Set the MODE selector to PLAY, then display the image to copy. 2 Select [TOOL], [COPY], and then [OK] from the menu. “FILE ACCESS” appears. 3 When “CHANGE MEMORY STICK” appears, eject the “Memory Stick.
Notes In INDEX mode 1 1,2,3,4 1 Set the MODE selector to PLAY, then display the INDEX screen. 2 Select [TOOL], [COPY], and then [SELECT] from the menu. 3 Select the image to copy. The (select) indicator appears on the image. 4 Select [ENTER]. “MEMORY STICK ACCESS” appears. 5 When “CHANGE MEMORY STICK” is displayed, eject the “Memory Stick.” “INSERT MEMORY STICK” appears. 6 Insert another “Memory Stick.” “RECORDING” appears. When copying is completed, “COMPLETE” appears.
Selecting still images to print (PRINT MARK) 4 Select [ENTER]. of the selected images change from green to white. 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. 1 1,2,3,4 In single mode Set the MODE selector to PLAY and display the image you want to print. 2 Select [FILE], [PRINT MARK], and then [ON] from the menu.
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 • 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 140°F (60°C), 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. • Do not disassemble nor modify the battery pack.
“Memory Stick”, , “MagicGate Memory Stick” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. “MagicGate” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. PAL system countries Using your camera abroad PAL-M system country Power sources You can use your camera in any country or area with the supplied battery charger within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet (mains) [b].
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, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. If code displays (C:ss:ss) appear on the LCD screen, the self-diagnosis display function is working (page 62). Cause and/or Solution Your camera does not work. • You are not using an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. t Use an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (page 8).
Symptom Cause and/or Solution The picture is too dark. • You are shooting a subject with a light source behind the subject. t Adjust the exposure (page 43). t Adjust the brightness of the LCD screen (page 35). The flash does not work. • The flash is set to . t Set the flash to auto (no indicator), or (page 19). • PROGRAM AE is set to the Twilight, Twilight plus, or Panfocus mode. t Cancel the mode (page 42) or set the flash to . • The MODE selector is set to MOVIE (DSC-S50 only). t Set it to STILL.
Symptom Cause and/or Solution Your camera cannot play back images. • The MODE selector is set to STILL or MOVIE. t Set it to PLAY (page 21). The image and sound are interfered by noise when you play back an image on a personal computer. • You are playing back the file directly from the “Memory Stick.” t Copy the file to the hard disk of the personal computer and then play back the file from the hard disk (page 27). The image cannot be played back on a personal computer.
Symptom Cause and/or Solution Your personal computer does not recognize your camera. • The camera is turned off. t Turn on the camera. • The battery level is low. t Use the AC power adaptor (page 12). • The USB cable is not connected firmly. t Disconnect the USB cable, and connect it again firmly. Make sure that “PC MODE” is displayed on the LCD screen (page 26). • The USB connectors on your personal computer are connected to other equipment besides the keyboard, the mouse, and your camera.
Warning and notice messages Various messages appear on the LCD screen. Check the corresponding descriptions in the following list. Message Meaning NO MEMORY STICK 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. Failed to format the “Memory Stick.” MEMORY STICK LOCKED The write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set to the LOCK position.
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. Self-diagnosis display • C:ss:ss You can reverse the camera malfunction yourself.
Specifications System Output connector A/V OUT (Monaural) (DSC-S50 only) Minijack Video: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω, unbalanced, sync negative Audio: 327 mV (at a 47 kΩ load) Output impedance: 2.2 kΩ VIDEO OUT (DSC-S30 only) Minijack Digital I/O (USB) Special minijack LCD screen Used LCD panel 2 type TFT (Thin Film Transistor active matrix) drive Total number of dots 123 200 (560×220) dots General Used battery pack NP-FM50 Power requirements 8.4 V Power consumption (during recording) 2.
LCD screen indicators The indicators during recording A Battery remaining indicator B PROGRAM AE/flash level/flash mode indicator J Self-diagnosis function/ recording time indicator K Number of recorded images C White balance/EV level/ sharpness indicator L Remaining memory capacity indicator D Picture effect indicator M Moving image/VOICE recording time indicator (DSC-S50 only) E Date/time indicator F Aperture/shutter speed indicator N Self-timer indicator O Spot light-metering indicator G AE lock
When playing back still images G Number of stored images in “Memory Stick” A Protect indicator B Print mark indicator H Remaining memory capacity indicator C File name D Recording mode indicator I Recording date of the playback image/menu bar and guide menu E Image size indicator F Image number When playing back moving images 1 120in 320 O 6 7 Additional information 45 6 012 8 9 0 2 3 D ID SC A VOL.
Index A A/V OUT .........................48 Adjusting the exposure ....43 AE (Auto Exposure) ........16 Aperture priority mode ....42 Auto power-off function ....9 Auto red-eye reduction ....19 B Battery pack battery life ...................10 charging.........................9 installing........................8 remaining battery indicator.......................64 BEEP................................35 C Charging the battery pack..9 Cleaning...........................54 Control button..................
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