3-068-188-11(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-S75/S85 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. Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSC-S75 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.
equipment on your camera are not guaranteed. “Memory Stick” Precaution on copyright N50 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. Notice If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart the application or disconnect and connect the USB cable again. About the Carl Zeiss lens This camera is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens which is capable of reproducing fine images.
Introduction Checks the image after recording images Recording still images: page 19 Playing back still images: page 28 Deleting images (DELETE): page 71 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 Recording still images ........................ 19 Recording moving images .................. 26 Creating Clip Motion Files ................. 59 Setting the distance to the subject ....... 60 Recording images in macro ................ 61 Adjusting the exposure (EXPOSURE) .............................. 61 Adjusting the white balance (WHITE BALANCE) .................. 62 Enjoying picture effects (P. EFFECT) ................................
Getting started Identifying the parts See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. A Shutter button (19, 27) G Built-in microphone Do not touch while recording. B Self-timer (23, 27)/ AF illuminator (25) H Accessory shoe C Photocell window for flash I Hook for lens cap/strap Do not block while recording with the flash.
Attaching the strap Getting started A Finder adjustment dial (21) B Finder Self-timer/recording lamp (red) AE/AF lock lamp (green) Flash charge lamp (orange) (24) C Control button (18, 41) D MENU button (41) E (Exposure) button (61) F FOCUS button (60) G AE LOCK button (50) H (spot meter) button (65) I DSPL/LCD ON/OFF button (23) J LCD screen K Display window L Mode dial (18, 40) : : : To record still images, VOICE mode audio data To playback or edit images To record moving images or Clip Motion ima
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. See page 85 for more information about “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. Battery eject lever 1 Open the battery/“Memory Stick” cover. Slide the cover in the direction of the arrow. 2 Install the battery pack. Insert the battery pack with the v mark facing toward the battery compartment as illustrated.
Charging the battery pack You cannot charge the battery pack while your camera is turned on. Be sure to turn off your camera. To the wall outlet (mains) Battery pack (M series) Power cord (mains lead) AC-L10A/B/C AC power adaptor (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.
NP-FM50 battery pack When you record images in an extremely cold location or using the LCD screen, the operating time becomes short. When using the camera in an extremely cold location, place the battery pack in your pocket or other place to keep it warm, then insert the battery pack into the camera just before recording. When using a pocket heater, take care not to let the heater directly contact the battery. Charging time Battery pack Full charge (min.) NP-FM50 (supplied) Approx.
Notes 13 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 numbers of images shown on tables above are as a guide. The numbers may be smaller depending on conditions. • 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.
Using the AC power adaptor To the wall outlet (mains) DC IN jack cover Power cord (mains lead) AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (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. 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 (not supplied). When using the AC power adaptor Be sure to use it near the wall outlet.
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 Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to turn on the power. The POWER ON/OFF (CHG) lamp (green) lights up. The CLOCK SET screen appears on the LCD screen.
4 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. Y/M/D M / D /Y D / M /Y CLOCK SET 2001 / 1 / 1 12 : 00 OK AM CANCEL OK 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.
Inserting the “Memory Stick” Getting started Access lamp 1 Open the battery/“Memory Stick” cover. Slide the cover 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 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, VOICE mode audio data : To play back or edit images : To record moving images or Clip Motion images SET UP: To set 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, slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to turn on the power and insert a “Memory Stick.” B Recording POWER switch 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. RECORDING ∗ 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 You can extend the battery time by turning off the LCD screen and recording using the finder. Turn the finder adjustment dial until the image appears clearly within the finder, then record the image.
Using the zoom feature The lens portion moves during zoom operation. Be careful not to touch the lens portion while it is operating. Zoom button W side: for wide-angle (subject appears farther away) T side: for telephoto (subject appears closer) Minimum focal distance to the subject W side: About 50 cm (19 3/4 inches) or more T side: About 50 cm (19 3/4 inches) or more To record even closer subjects, see page 61. Digital zoom function This camera has a digital zoom function.
The indicators on the LCD screen DSPL/LCD ON/OFF See page 99 for a detailed description of the indicated items. Notes • Because of the difference of the portion of the finder and the lens, use the LCD screen when you record a subject closer than 1 m (3 1/4 feet). • You cannot turn off the LCD screen when [DEMO] or [CONVERSION LENS] are set to [ON] in the SET UP settings. • You cannot turn off the LCD backlight in SET UP and when displaying the menu.
Clear the menu (page 41), then press the control button V ( ). The (self-timer) indicator appears on the LCD screen, and about 10 seconds after you press the shutter button, the subject is recorded. The self-timer lamp flashes and the beep sounds after you press the shutter button until the shutter is released. To cancel the self-timer recording, press the control button V ( ) again. Recording images with the flash The factory setting is auto (no indicator).
• The flash does not function when recording moving images (excluding Clip Motion) or recording in BURST mode or in EXP BRKTG (DSC-S85 only) mode. Recording images with the AF illuminator The AF illuminator is fill light to focus on a subject easily. Set [AF ILLUMINATOR] (page 80) 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.
Recording moving images Moving images with audio are recorded in MPEG format (page 39). To record moving images, slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to turn on the power and insert a “Memory Stick.” POWER switch DSPL/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 SCENE SELECTION: TWILIGHT MPEG MOVIE MOVING IMAGE: OFF DATE/TIME: OFF DIGITAL ZOOM: ±0.
Press the shutter button fully down. “REC” appears on the LCD screen, and recording of the image and sound on the “Memory Stick” begins. 7 Press the shutter button fully down again to stop recording. The recording stops. When selecting the 320 (HQ) size: The recording stops in approximate 15 seconds (page 48). When selecting the 320×240 or 160×112 sizes: The recording stops when the “Memory Stick” is full. For details on the image size, see “Setting the image size (IMAGE SIZE)” on page 48.
B Playback Playing back still images POWER switch DSPL/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. 640 100-0028 6/8 2001 7 4 10:30PM FILE BACK/NEXT VOLUME Notes • You might not be able to correctly play back images recorded with this camera on other equipment.
Playing back moving images POWER switch DSPL/LCD ON/OFF 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. 6/8 0:02 MOV 00001 2001 7 4 10:30PM PLAY 3 Select the center z to start the playback. The moving image and sound are played back.
Moving images recorded with the image of [320 (HQ)] (page 48) The images are displayed over the entire screen in steps 2 and 3. Adjusting the volume Press the control button v/V to adjust the volume. LCD screen indicators during moving image playback Each time you press DSPL/LCD ON/OFF, the status of the LCD screen changes as follows: all indicators on t indicators off t LCD screen off. See page 101 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, 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 81). This is set using [USB CONNECT] in the setup settings.
Recommended computer environment Recommended Windows environment OS: Microsoft Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows Millennium Edition The above OS is required to be installed at the factory. Operation is not assured in an environment upgraded to the operating systems described above. CPU: MMX Pentium 200 MHz or faster The USB connector must be provided as standard. Recommended Macintosh environment Macintosh computer with the Mac OS 8.5.1/8.6/9.0/9.
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 • Do not connect the USB cable before the USB driver installation is completed in step 4. • In step 7, make sure that a “Memory Stick” is inserted into your camera before installing the USB driver.
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/sound file from the folder. For the detailed folder and file name, see “Image file storage destinations and image files” on page 38.
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. For Windows Me users (The drive recognizing the camera is “E.
Folder IMCIF100 File Meaning DSC0ssss.JPG • Small-size image file recorded in E-MAIL mode (page 55) DSC0ssss.TIF • Uncompressed image file recorded in TIFF mode (page 58) MOML0001 MOV0ssss.MPG • Moving image file recorded normally MOMLV100 DSC0ssss.MPG • Audio file recorded in VOICE mode (page 56) B Playback 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.
How to use the control button When the menu or setup screen is displayed, the control button is used to select the buttons, images and menu items displayed on the LCD screen of your camera and modify the settings. The operation methods that are frequently used for “Advanced operations” are described below. Before performing advanced operations Turning on/off the operation buttons (menu) on the LCD screen Press MENU to display/ clear the menu on the LCD screen.
2 When the mode dial is set to SET UP or : 1 Press v/V/b/B on the control button to select the item you want to set up. 2 Press the center z on the control button to enter the item. When the mode dial is set to , S, A, M, SCN, or : Press v/V/b/B on the control button to select the setting of the item. The selected setting is turned to yellow, and the setup is complete.
2 Turn the jog dial to select the item or value number you want to adjust. • When the indication b at the right corner on the LCD screen is in yellow, you can select the item. In such cases, go to step 3. • When the value number at the right corner on the LCD screen is in yellow, you can adjust the value. (When you press FOCUS, the 9 mark appears on value number position.) Yellow M 9 When you adjust only the value, the adjustment is complete. M 9 Yellow Press the jog dial.
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 Setting /SCN/S/A/M Description WB (WHITE BAL) ONE PUSH x AUTO IN DOOR OUT DOOR Sets the white balance (page 62). ISO 400 200 100 x AUTO Selects the ISO film speed. When recording under dark situations or recording a fast-moving subject, use a high-number setting.
Item MODE (REC MODE) Setting Description TIFF Records a TIFF (uncompressed) file in addition to the JPEG file (page 58). TEXT Records a GIF file in black-and-white (page 57). VOICE Records an audio file (with a still image) in addition to the JPEG file (page 56). E-MAIL Records a small-size (320×240) JPEG file in addition to the selected image size (page 55). EXP BRKTG Records three images with the exposure value of (DSC-S85 only) each image slightly shifted (page 53).
Item PFX (P. EFFECT) Setting SOLARIZE B&W SEPIA NEG.ART x OFF Description Sets the image special effects (page 63). When the mode dial is set to (MOVING IMAGE is set to CLIP MOTION in the setup settings.) Item WB (WHITE BAL) (IMAGE SIZE) ± (FLASH LEVEL) Setting ONE PUSH x AUTO IN DOOR OUT DOOR Sets the white balance (page 62). x NORMAL MOBILE Selects the Clip Motion image size (page 59). HIGH x NORMAL LOW PFX (P. EFFECT) (SHARPNESS) 46 Description Makes the flash level higher than normal.
When the mode dial is set to Item DELETE PROTECT Setting Description OK Deletes the displayed image (page 71). CANCEL Cancels deleting of the image. – Protects images against accidental erasure (page 72). PRINT – Marks the print mark on still images (page 76). SLIDE* INTERVAL Sets the slide show interval. x 3 sec/5 sec/10 sec/30 sec/1 min REPEAT x ON/OFF START Starts the slide show. CANCEL Cancels the slide show. COPY Copies an image (page 75). CANCEL Cancels copying of the image.
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. , SCN, S, A, M, or . ] (IMAGE SIZE) and press Still image sizes: DSC-S85 2272×1704, 2272 (3:2)*, 1600×1200, 1280×960, 640×480 DSC-S75 2048×1536, 2048 (3:2)*, 1600×1200, 1280×960, 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” (8 MB or 16 MB)*** Still images: Image size Usage Quality STANDARD FINE 2272×1704 Modifying images (DSC-S85 only) Approx. 7 (14) Approx. 4 (8) 2272 (3:2) Printing in 3:2 ratio (DSC-S85 only) Approx. 7 (14) Approx. 4 (8) 2048×1536 Modifying images (DSC-S75 only) Approx. 9 (18) Approx. 5 (10) 2048 (3:2) Printing in 3:2 ratio (DSC-S75 only) Approx. 9 (18) Approx. 5 (10) Printing in A4 format Approx. 15 (30) Approx.
B Various recording Recording with the exposure fixed (AE LOCK) Mode dial: /S/A/M/SCN Once you press AE LOCK, the exposure, now captured, is fixed. For instance, this function is convenient in the following use: Measure the exposure of the desired portion of the subject using the spot light-metering function and fix its exposure value by pressing AE LOCK. Then, recompose the picture. 1 3,4 2 1 Set the mode dial to M or SCN. 2 Target the subject that has desired exposure value, then press AE LOCK.
Recording with the manual adjustments 1 Mode dial: S/A/M 2 Shutter speed priority mode Once the shutter speed is adjusted manually, the aperture will be automatically adjusted to the suitable value to attain correct exposure according to the brightness of the subject. Using the higher shutter speed, you can record a fast-moving subject with its motion frozen. And using the lower shutter speed, you can record the flow motion of a moving subject. 1 2 Set the mode dial to S.
2 Select the aperture value indication with the jog dial, then press the jog dial. 3 Select the aperture value with the jog dial, then press the jog dial. 4 Select the shutter speed value indication with the jog dial, then press the jog dial. 5 Select the shutter speed value with the jog dial, then press the jog dial. For details on available values, see “Shutter speed priority mode” on page 51, or “Aperture priority mode” on page 51.
To cancel the SCENE SELECTION function Set the mode dial to , S, A, M, or . Notes • You can focus only on distant subjects in LANDSCAPE mode. • Set the forced flash when you use the flash in the following modes: — TWILIGHT mode — LANDSCAPE mode • When using the SCENE SELECTION mode, the AF illuminator (page 25) does not emit in the following conditions: — TWILIGHT mode: when the flash mode is not set to the forced flash mode — LANDSCAPE mode: you cannot use the AF illuminator.
Recording three images with the exposure shifted (DSC-S85 only) (EXP BRKTG) Mode dial: /S/A/M/SCN The camera continuously records three images with each exposure value shifted. The exposure compensation value can be set between ±1.0EV from the correct exposure value by 1/3 step. 1,4 7 2,3,6 5 1 Set the mode dial to SET UP. The setup screen appears. 2 Select [ ] (CAMERA) with v/V, [BRACKET STEP] with B/v/V, then press B. 3 Select the desired bracket step value, then press z. ±1.
The number of images that you can record on a “Memory Stick” (8 MB or 16 MB)* in E-MAIL mode Recording still images for e-mail (E-MAIL) Mode dial: Image size /S/A/M/SCN 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 48).) 1 4 3 2 Set the mode dial to M or SCN. Approx. 7 Approx.
Adding audio files to still images (VOICE) Mode dial: /S/A/M/SCN Image size In the VOICE mode, the audio is also recorded at the same time as recording a still image. You can vividly record the situation with audio. 1 4 3 2 1 Set the mode dial to M or SCN. 2 Press MENU. The menu appears. 3 Select [MODE] (REC MODE) with b/B, [VOICE] with v/V. 4 Record the image. If you press and release the shutter button, sound is recorded for five seconds.
The number of images that you can record on a “Memory Stick” (8 MB or 16MB) in TEXT mode* Recording text documents (TEXT) Mode dial: Image size 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 3 2 Set the mode dial to 3 Select [MODE] (REC MODE) with b/B, [TEXT] with v/V. 4 Record the image. . Press MENU. The menu appears.
Notes Recording still images as uncompressed files (TIFF) Mode dial: /S/A/M/SCN 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 3 2 1 Set the mode dial to M or SCN. 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. 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” (8 MB or 16 MB)* Image size Number of images NORMAL (160×120) Approx. 40 (80)** MOBILE (80×72) Approx. 350 (450) Setting the distance to the subject Mode dial: /S/A/M/SCN/ Normally the focus is automatically adjusted. This function is useful when the auto focus does not work well such as in dark places. * The numbers in the parentheses indicate the number of images or the amount of recordable time on a “Memory Stick” (16 MB).
Recording images in macro Mode dial: /S/A/M/SCN/ The macro recording is used when zooming up a little subject, such as flowers, insects. Adjusting the exposure (EXPOSURE) Mode dial: /S/A/SCN/ Adjusts the exposure value which is set in the automatic adjustment. 1 1 3 2 2 1 Set the mode dial to M, SCN or . , S, A, 1 Set the mode dial to . SCN 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 –.
To shoot in one-push white balance mode 1 Select [ONE PUSH]. The indicator appears. 2 Shoot a white object such as paper full under the same situation you will shoot. 3 Press v. The indicator flashes quickly. When the white balance has been adjusted and stored in the memory, the indicator stops flashing. Enjoying picture effects (P. EFFECT) Mode dial: You can digitally process images to obtain special effect. 1 3 2 To reactivate auto adjustment Select [AUTO] with v/V in step 3.
Notes Recording the date and time on the still image (DATE/TIME) Mode dial: /S/A/M/SCN 1,4 5 2,3 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. 3 Select the date and time setting with v/V, then press z. DAY & TIME Imposes the date, hour, and minute. DATE Imposes the year, month, and day. OFF Does not impose the date and time. 4 Set the mode dial to M, or SCN. 5 Record the image.
Using the spot lightmetering function Mode dial: /S/A/M/SCN/ 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. B Various recording Press to activate the spot light-metering function. Position the point you want to record at the spot light-metering cross hair. Record the picture when the automatic adjustment has been completed.
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.
Tips When the triple-image screen is displayed, pressing MENU opens the menu including [PRINT], [PROTECT], and [DELETE]. For details on these items, see pages 71, 72, or 76. To close the menu, press MENU again. The menu disappears and the recording information is indicated. 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.
Notes • You cannot zoom moving images. • You can zoom images recorded in TEXT mode, but cannot trim them. • Zoom scaling is up to 5× regardless of the original image size. • The quality of enlarged images may be deteriorated. • The original data is left even if you enlarge the image. • The enlarged image is recorded as the newest file. • If you trim an image, the remaining “Memory Stick” capacity will be decreased.
To stop the SLIDE SHOW playback Press z, select [EXIT] with B, then press z. Rotating a still image (ROTATE) To skip to the next/previous image during the SLIDE SHOW Press B (next) or b (previous). You can rotate the image recorded in portrait orientation and display it in landscape orientation. Mode dial: 1 Note The interval setting time may vary depending on the image size. 3,4 2 Set the mode dial to , and display the image to rotate. 2 Press MENU. The menu appears.
Viewing images on a TV screen Mode dial: Before connecting your camera, be sure to turn off the TV. Set the TV/VIDEO switch to “VIDEO”. A/V connecting cable (supplied) to A/V OUT jack 1 Connect the A/V connecting cable to the A/V OUT jack of your camera and to the audio/video input jacks of the TV. If your TV has stereo type input jacks, connect the audio plug (black) of the A/V connecting cable to the Lch jack. 2 Turn on the TV and start playback on your camera.
B Editing In index mode 1 Deleting images (DELETE) Mode dial: You can delete unwanted files. In single-image or tripleimage mode Set the mode dial to , then display the index screen with the zoom W button. W 2 Press MENU. The menu appears. 2,4,5 3 3 Select [DELETE] with b/B, then press z. Set the mode dial to . 4 Select [ALL] or [SELECT] with b/B, then press z. In single-image mode: Display the image you want to delete with b/B.
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 2,4 3 1 2 Set the mode dial to .
In index mode 1 W 3,4,5 2 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. To cancel protection Select [CANCEL] with b/B in step 4 or [EXIT] with b/B in step 5, then press z.
Notes Changing the recorded still image size (RESIZE) Mode dial: You can change the image size of the recorded image. 1 3,4 2 1 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. 2272×1704 (DSC-S85 only) , 2048×1536 (DSC-S75 only), 1600×1200, 1280×960, 640×480 The resized image is recorded.
In index mode Copying images (COPY) 1 Mode dial: You can copy images to another “Memory Stick.” W 3,4,6 2,5 In single mode 1 3 2 Set the mode dial to , then display the image which you want to copy. 2 Press MENU. The menu appears. 3 Select [COPY] with b/B, [OK] with v/V, then press z. “MEMORY STICK ACCESS” appears. 4 When “CHANGE MEMORY STICK” appears, eject the “Memory Stick.” “INSERT MEMORY STICK” appears. 5 Insert the “Memory Stick” on which to copy the image. “RECORDING” appears.
7 8 When “CHANGE MEMORY STICK” is displayed, eject the “Memory Stick.” “INSERT MEMORY STICK” appears. Insert another “Memory Stick.” “RECORDING” appears. When copying is completed, “COMPLETE” appears. To end copying, select [EXIT] with v/V, then press z. To copy the image to another “Memory Stick” Select [CONTINUE] with v/V in step 8, press z, then repeat steps 7 and 8. To cancel copying part-way Select [CANCEL] with b/B in step 3 or [EXIT] with b/B in step 6, then press z.
To unmark the print mark Press z again in step 4. mark disappears. To unmark selected print marks Select the images to be unmarked in step 5 with the control button, then press z. In index mode 1 W 3–5,7 2,6 Set the mode dial to , then display the index screen with the zoom W button. 2 Press MENU. The menu appears. 3 Select [PRINT] with b/B, then press z. 4 Select [SELECT] with b/B, then press z. When marking the mark, you cannot select [ALL]. The frame of the selected image turns green.
Dividing a moving image file (DIVIDE) Mode dial: You can divide moving images recorded in MPEG MOVIE mode. This is convenient when there is not enough space on a “Memory Stick” or when attaching moving images to e-mails. 1 3,4,5 2 1 Set the mode dial to and display the moving image you want to divide. 2 Press MENU. The menu appears. 3 Select [DIVIDE] with b/B, then press z, select [OK] with v/V, then press z. 4 Play the moving image.
Step 1: Divide the unwanted scene A. 1 A MOV00002.mpg B 3 DIVIDE point Step 2: Divide the unwanted scene B. MOV00004.mpg 1 3 A MOV00005.mpg B DIVIDE point Step 3: Delete the unwanted scenes A and B. MOV00004.mpg 1 3 A MOV00007.mpg MOV00006.mpg B Editing DELETE B DELETE Step 4: Only the desired scene remains. 1 3 MOV00006.mpg Notes • You cannot divide Clip Motion files. • You cannot recombine divided files. • The original undivided file is not saved.
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. Factory settings are indicated with x. CAMERA Item Setting Description SCENE SELECTION x TWILIGHT LANDSCAPE PORTRAIT MOVING IMAGE x MPEG MOVIE Records the MPEG movie (pages 26, 59). DATE/TIME DAY & TIME DATE x OFF Selects the SCENE SELECTION mode that is assigned to the SCN position (page 52). CLIP MOTION Records the Clip Motion.
Item CONVERSION LENS Setting ON Description Sets to “ON” when using the VCL-MHG07 conversion lens (not supplied). At this time, the zoom function does not work and you cannot turn off the LCD screen. Also, note that the VAD-S70 adaptor ring needed to mount the conversion lens to your camera is not sold in some countries and regions. x OFF / LANGUAGE CLOCK SET x ENGLISH /JPN OK CANCEL Displays the menu items in English. Displays the menu items in Japanese.
Item DEMO Setting x ON/STBY OFF Description Displayed only when you use your camera with the AC power adaptor. [DEMO] is set to [STBY] at the factory and the demonstration starts about 10 minutes after you have set the mode dial to , S, A, or M. To cancel the demonstration, turn off the power. Notes on [DATE/TIME] • The date and time do not appear on the LCD screen during shooting. These appear during playback. • The date and time are not superimposed onto moving images and Clip Motion images.
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 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. • 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. About “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack • Be certain to turn the POWER switch to off when not taking shots or playing back on your camera. • We recommend having spare batteries handy for two or three times the expected shooting time, and make trial shots before taking the actual shots. • Do not expose the battery pack to water. The battery pack is not water-resistant.
SECAM system Using your camera abroad 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]. AC-L10A/ L10B/L10C Watching the playback picture on TV If you want to view the playback picture on a TV, you need a TV having a video input jack and a video connecting cable.
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 within 50 cm (19 3/4 inches) from the lens. t Set the macro recording mode (page 61). • The LANDSCAPE mode of the SCENE SELECTION function is selected. t Cancel the function. • The focus preset is selected. t Cancel the function (page 60). • [CONVERSION LENS] is set to [ON]. t Set it to [OFF] (page 81). The resizing function does not work.
Cause and/or Solution The flash does not work. • The flash is set to . t Set the flash to auto (no indicator) or (page 24). • The camera is in one of the following SCENE SELECTION modes: TWILIGHT or LANDSCAPE. t Cancel the SCENE SELECTION function (page 52) or set the flash to . • The mode dial is set to , SETUP or (MPEG MOVIE). . t Set it to • [MODE] (REC MODE) is set to [BURST3] or [BRKTG] (DSC-S85 only), or [BURST2] (DSCS75 only) in the menu settings. t Set it to other modes.
Symptom Cause and/or Solution Nothing appears in the display window or the indicators flash during charging. • The AC power adaptor is disconnected. t Firmly connect the power cord to the wall outlet (page 14). • The battery pack is not installed correctly. t Install the battery pack correctly (page 10). • Charging is completed. You cannot charge the battery. • The camera is turned on. t Turn the camera off (page 11). The POWER ON/OFF (CHG) indicator flashes.
Symptom Cause and/or Solution 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 20). t Turn on the camera. • The battery is discharged. t Replace it with a charged battery. The image does not appear on the TV screen. • The video output signal setting of your camera is incorrect. t Change the setting (page 81). A file error occurs when you play back a file.
Symptom Cause and/or Solution Your personal computer does not recognize your camera. • The battery level is low. t Use the AC power adaptor (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 33, 35). • 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 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 E The battery level is low or zero. Depending on the conditions of use or the type of battery pack, the indicator may flash even though there is still 5 to 10 minutes of remaining battery time left. LENS CAP ATTACHED The lens cap is still attached to the lens. CANNOT DIVIDE • The file is not long enough to be divided. • The file is not a moving image. 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 LCD screen Image device DSC-S85: 8.98 mm (1/1.8 type) color CCD DSC-S75: 8.93 mm (1/1.8 type) color CCD Lens 3× zoom lens f = 7 – 21 mm (9/32 – 27/32 inches) (34 – 102 mm (1 3/8 – 4 1/8 inches) when converted into a 35 mm still camera) F = 2.0 – 2.
Display window indicators 1 2 3 4 5 A AE lock indicator B Battery remaining indicator C EV indicator/Focus lock indicator D “Memory Stick” mark E Remaining number of recordable images indicator (+999 is displayed for 999 or more images)/EV level indicator/Focus distance indicator/Battery usable time indicator (displayed only during charging)/Minutes indicator for the remaining recordable time of moving images F Aperture value indicator/ Seconds indicator for the remaining recordable time of moving images
LCD screen indicators The indicators during recording still images 8 90 qaqsqdqf 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 min SOLARIZE + WHITE BAL ISO MODE qg qh qj qk ql w; wa A Battery remaining indicator L Mode dial 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/conversion lens/ISO number indicator D Sharpness indicator F AF frame G Spot light-metering cross hair H AE/AF lock indicator I R
The indicators during recording moving images 1 2 3 4 5 67 8 9 min STBY 0 qa SOLARIZE + WHITE BAL A Battery remaining indicator B White balance indicator C Conversion lens indicator D Picture effect indicator E AE lock indicator F Recording mode indicator G Image size indicator H Recording time (maximum recordable time) indicator/ Self-diagnosis function indicator 100 PFX qs qd qf I Remaining memory capacity indicator J Macro /focus mode 9 indicator/Focus preset value K EV level indicator L Self-
When playing back still images 45 6 7 120min 1 2 640 8 11/12 x1.3 9 3 FILE BACK/NEXT VOLUME G Number of stored images in “Memory Stick” A Protect/print mark indicator B Zoom scaling indicator H Remaining memory capacity indicator C File name D Recording mode indicator I Recording date of the playback image/menu and guide menu E Image size indicator F Image number When playing back moving images 23 5 320 6/8 0:12 6 7 8 DELETE PROTECT PRINT SLIDE 9 OK A VOL.
Index A Adjusting the exposure ... 61 AE (Auto Exposure) ....... 20 AE lock ........................... 50 Aperture priority mode ... 51 Auto power-off function ...................... 20 Auto red-eye reduction............... 24, 80 B Battery pack battery life .................. 12 battery remaining indicator...................... 99 charging...................... 11 installing..................... 10 BEEP............................... 81 BRACKET...................... 54 BURST ...........................
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