Digital Still Camera Instruction Manual GB DSC-S730 For details on advanced operations, please read “Cybershot Handbook” (PDF) and “Cyber-shot Step-up Guide” on the CD-ROM (supplied) using a computer. 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-S730 Serial No. ______________________________ WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. For Customers in the U.S.A.
[ Cleaning Unplug the set from the wall outlet before cleaning or polishing it. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a cloth lightly dampened with water for cleaning the exterior of the set. long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the set due to lightning and power-line surges.
Read this first CAUTION Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like. For Customers in the U.S.A. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. 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.
For Customers in Europe This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet). [ Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) [ Attention The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound of this unit.
Notes on using your camera [ Internal memory and “Memory Stick Duo” back up [ Notes on the LCD screen and lens Do not turn off the camera, remove the batteries, or remove the “Memory Stick Duo” while the access lamp is lit. Otherwise, the internal memory data or “Memory Stick Duo” may be damaged. Be sure to make a backup copy to protect your data. • The LCD screen is manufactured using extremely high-precision technology, so over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use.
Table of contents IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ..................................................................... 2 Read this first ............................................................................................ 4 Notes on using your camera .................................................................... 6 Getting started ................................................................................. 8 Checking the accessories supplied .........................................................
Getting started Checking the accessories supplied • LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries (2) • Dedicated USB cable (1) • Dedicated A/V cable (1) Attach the strap to prevent the camera from damage by being dropped.
1 Inserting the batteries/a “Memory Stick Duo” (not supplied) ɟ Terminal side ɠ 2 1 Battery/“Memory Stick Duo” cover With the terminal side facing the LCD screen, insert the “Memory Stick Duo”. 1 Open the battery/“Memory Stick Duo” cover. 2 Insert the “Memory Stick Duo” (not supplied) all the way in until it clicks. 3 Match +/– and insert. 4 Close the battery/“Memory Stick Duo” cover.
[ WARNING Battery may explode or leak if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire. Check the valid date (month-year) displayed on the batteries. [ To check the remaining battery time Press POWER to turn on and check the time on the LCD screen. Battery remaining indicator Battery remaining guidelines Sufficient power remaining Battery half full Battery low, recording/ playback will stop soon. Replace the batteries with new ones, or fully charged NickelMetal Hydride batteries.
2 Turning the camera on/setting the clock POWER button ɟ Control button 1 z button 2 3 1 Press POWER. 2 Set the clock with the control button. 1 Select the date display format with v/V, then press z. 2 Select each item with b/B and set the numeric value with v/V, then press z. 3 Select [OK] with B, then press z. [ To change the date and time Select [Clock Set] in the (Setup) screen (page 19).
Shooting images easily ɠ Shutter button Zoom (W/T) button Macro button DISP button Mode dial Control button Flash button Tripod receptacle (bottom) Self-timer button (Image Size) button 1 Select a mode with the mode dial. Still image (auto adjustment mode): Select Movie: Select . . 2 Hold the camera steady, keeping your arms at your side. Position the subject in the center of the focus frame. 3 Shoot with the shutter button. Still image: 1 Press and hold the shutter button halfway down to focus.
Mode dial/Zoom/Flash/Macro/Self-timer/Display/Image size [ Using the mode dial [ W/T Using the zoom Set the mode dial to the desired function. Press T to zoom, press W to undo zoom. Auto Adjustment Allows easy shooting with the settings adjusted automatically. Program Auto Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value). You can adjust other settings using the menu. Movie Allows you to record movies.
[ Using the self-timer Press V ( ) on the control button repeatedly until the desired mode is selected. (No indicator): Not using the self-timer : Setting the 10-second delay self-timer : Setting the 2-second delay self-timer When you press the shutter button, the selftimer lamp flashes and a beep sounds until the shutter operates. Self-timer lamp [ To change the still image size Press (Image Size), then press v/V to select the size. To turn off the Image Size menu, press again.
Viewing/deleting images (Index)/ (playback zoom) button (playback zoom) button ɟ Control button (USB) · A/V OUT terminal (side) (Delete) button (Playback) button 1 Press (Playback). If you press when the camera is powered off, the camera is turned on automatically and set to playback mode. To switch to the shooting mode, press again. 2 Select an image with b/B on the control button. Movie: Press z to play back a movie. (Press z again to stop playback.) Press B to fast forward, b to rewind.
[ To delete images in index mode 1 While an index screen is displayed, press (Delete) and select [Select] with v/V on the control button, then press z. 2 Select the image you want to delete with v/V/b/B, then press z to display the (Delete) indicator on the selected image. 3 Press (Delete). 4 Select [OK] with B, then press z. [ To view images on TV Connect the camera to the TV with the dedicated A/V cable (supplied).
Indicators on the screen Each time you press v (DISP) on the control button, the display changes (page 14). A Battery remaining z AE/AF lock [ When shooting still images Recording mode White balance STBY REC Standby/Recording a movie Mode dial (Scene Selection) Mode dial (Program Auto) Camera mode Playback mode Flash mode [ When shooting movies Flash charging 1.
B D Macro Vibration warning AF range finder frame indicator E Low battery warning 1.0m Focus preset distance +2.0EV 101-0012 Folder-file number ISO number Playback bar Metering mode PictBridge connecting Exposure Value Flash C White balance PictBridge connecting 7M 3:2 3M VGA 5M Image size + 16:9 Spot metering cross hairs AF range finder frame Recording folder Changing folder 101 Playback folder Remaining internal memory capacity 500 Shutter speed F2.
Changing the settings – Menu/Setup ɟ MENU button Mode dial ɠ Control button (Playback) button z button 1 Recording: Turn on the camera, then set the mode dial. Playback: Press (Playback). Different items are available depending on the position of the mode dial and Recording/Playback mode. 2 Press MENU to display the menu. 3 Select the desired menu item with b/B on the control button. • If the desired item is invisible, keep pressing b/B until the item appears on the screen.
For details on the operation 1 page 19 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. Shooting menu COLOR (Color Mode) EV 9 (Focus) (Metering Mode) Changes the vividness of the image or adds special effects. Adjusts Exposure. Changes the focus method. Selects the metering mode. WB (White Bal) Adjusts the color tones. ISO Selects a luminous sensitivity.
For details on the operation 1 page 19 Setup items Camera Digital Zoom Selects the digital zoom mode. Function Guide Displays the description of functions when you operate the camera. Red Eye Reduction Reduces the red-eye phenomenon when using the flash. Auto Review Displays the recorded image on the screen for approximately two seconds immediately after shooting a still image. Internal Memory Tool Format Formats the internal memory. Memory Stick Tool Format Formats the “Memory Stick Duo”.
Enjoying your computer You can view images shot with the camera on a computer. By using the software in the CDROM (supplied), you can enjoy still images and movies from the camera more than ever. For details, refer to “Cyber-shot Handbook” in the CD-ROM (supplied). Supported Operating Systems for USB connection and application software (supplied) For Windows users For Macintosh users USB connection Windows 2000 Professional SP4, Windows XP* SP2, Windows Vista* Mac OS 9.1/9.2/ Mac OS X(v10.1 to v10.
Viewing “Cyber-shot Handbook” “Cyber-shot Handbook” in the CD-ROM (supplied) explains how to use the camera in detail. Adobe Reader is required to view it. [ For Windows users 1 Turn on your computer, and insert the CDROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive. [ For Macintosh users 1 Turn on your computer, and insert the CDROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive. 2 Select the [Handbook] folder and copy “Handbook.pdf” stored in the [GB] folder to your computer.
Battery life and memory capacity Battery life and number of images you can record/view The numbers shown in the following tables assume new batteries are used at an ambient temperature of 25 °C (77 °F). The numbers shown for images you can record/view are approximations and allow for changing of the “Memory Stick Duo” as necessary. Note that the actual numbers may be less than those indicated in the table depending on the conditions of use. [ When shooting still images Battery Alkaline Battery life (min.
Number of still images and recording time of movies The number of still images and the length of time for movies may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the recording mediums. • Even if the capacity of your recording media is the same as the one in the table below, the number of still images and the length of time for movies may be different. • For details on the image size, see page 14. [ The approximate number of still images (Units: Images) Capacity Size Internal memory Approx.
[ The approximate recording time of movies The numbers in the table below show the approximate maximum recordable time obtained by totaling all movie files. The maximum length of time you can shoot continuously is about 10 minutes. (Units: hour : minute : second) Capacity Internal memory “Memory Stick Duo” formatted with this camera Size Approx.
Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with your camera, try the following solutions. 1 Check the items below, and refer to “Cyber-shot Handbook” (PDF). 2 Remove the batteries, wait for about one minute, re-insert the batteries, then turn on the power. 3 Initialize the settings (page 21). 4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Be aware that by sending the camera for repair, you give consent that the contents of the internal memory may be checked.
Cannot turn on the camera. • Insert the batteries correctly (page 9). • Properly connect the AC Adaptor (not supplied). • The batteries are discharged. Insert new batteries or charged Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries (page 9). • The batteries are dead. Replace them with new ones. 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 batteries. Turn on the camera again (page 11).
Precautions [ Do not use/store the camera in the following places • In an extremely hot, cold or humid place In places such as in a car parked in the sun, the camera body may become deformed and this may cause a malfunction. • Under direct sunlight or near a heater The camera body may become discolored or deformed, and this may cause a malfunction. • In a location subject to rocking vibration • Near strong magnetic place • In sandy or dusty places Be careful not to let sand or dust get into the camera.
Specifications Camera [System] Image device: 7.20 mm (1/2.5 type) color CCD, Primary color filter Total pixel number of camera: Approx. 7 410 000 pixels Effective pixel number of camera: Approx. 7 201 000 pixels Lens: 3× zoom lens f = 5.8 – 17.4 mm (35 – 105 mm when converted to a 35 mm still camera) F2.8 (W) – 4.
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