VCLICK! Table of contents Basic Operations Using the shooting functions Digital Still Camera Cyber-shot Handbook Using the viewing functions Customizing the settings DSC-T2 Before operating the unit, please read this Handbook thoroughly together with the “Instruction Manual” and the “Cyber-shot Step-up Guide”, and retain them for future reference.
Notes on using the camera Notes on the types of “Memory Stick” that can be used (not supplied) “Memory Stick Duo”: you can use a “Memory Stick Duo” with your camera. “Memory Stick”: you cannot use a “Memory Stick” with your camera. Other memory cards cannot be used. • For details on “Memory Stick Duo”, see page 121.
Table of contents Notes on using the camera .......................................................................2 Features of the camera .............................................................................7 Storing – Storing images in the internal memory............................................... 7 Shooting – Automatic image management ....................................................... 8 Viewing – Viewing images in various ways .......................................................
Table of contents Red Eye Reduction: Reducing the red-eye phenomenon Face Detection: Detecting the face of subject SteadyShot: Selecting the anti-blur mode Setup: Selecting the shooting settings Using the viewing functions Playing back images from the HOME screen ............................. 58 (Album List): Display the list of image groups (Calendar): Display images on a calendar (Slideshow): Playing back a series of images (Memory Stick): Display images in Memory Stick Viewing menu ...................
Table of contents Memory Tool — Internal Memory Tool .............................................77 Format Settings ..........................................................................................78 Main Settings — Main Settings 1......................................................78 Beep Function Guide Initialize Calibration Main Settings — Main Settings 2......................................................80 USB Connect COMPONENT Video Out Shooting Settings — Shooting Settings 1 .....
Table of contents Printing still images How to print still images ........................................................................ 101 Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer ............... 102 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting .................................................................................... 105 Warning indicators and messages........................................................ 116 Others Using the camera abroad — Power sources ........................
Features of the camera Storing Storing images in the internal memory The camera has approximately 4 GB of internal memory and can store plenty of images. You can load images from computers and play them back on the camera at anytime. Let’s bring images stored in your computer outside with you! • Use the supplied software “Picture Motion Browser”. For details, refer to “Picture Motion Browser Guide”.
Features of the camera Shooting Automatic image management This camera automatically classifies images into albums depending on the shooting intervals and frequency. You can search the images by albums for your convenience. 1st album 2nd album 3rd album Number of images Time (Date) Viewing Viewing images in various ways Favorites You can choose your favorite images from the album and save them as your favorites (page 61).
Features of the camera Sharing Sharemark function The camera has the application “PMB Portable” embedded within. By saving images stored in the camera as sharemarks, you can easily upload them on the Web using computers. When you connect the camera and a computer with USB cable, “PMB Portable” will automatically start up. Uploading To save images as sharemarks, see page 62.
Basic techniques for better images Focus Exposure Color Quality Flash This section describes the basics so you can enjoy the camera. It tells you how to use various camera functions such as the HOME screen (page 43), the menus (page 45). Focus Focusing on a subject successfully When you press the shutter button halfway down, the camera adjusts the focus automatically (Auto Focus). Remember to press the shutter button only halfway down. Do not fully press the shutter button straight away.
Basic techniques for better images Hints for preventing blur The camera moved accidentally when you took the image. This is called “Camera shake”. On the other hand, if the subject moved when you took the image, it is called “subject blur”. Camera shake Cause Your hands or body shake while you hold the camera and press the shutter button, and the entire screen is blurred. What you can do to reduce the blurring • Use a tripod or place the camera on a flat, stable surface to hold the camera steady.
Basic techniques for better images Exposure Adjusting the light intensity You can create various images by adjusting the exposure and the ISO sensitivity. Exposure is the amount of light that the camera will receive when you release the shutter.
Basic techniques for better images Adjusting ISO Sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index) ISO sensitivity is a speed rating for recording media that incorporates an image sensor that receives light. Even when the exposure is the same, images differ depending on the ISO sensitivity. To adjust the ISO sensitivity, see page 34. High ISO sensitivity Records a bright image even in dark locations while increasing shutter speed to reduce blur. However, the image tends to become noisy.
Basic techniques for better images Quality On “image quality” and “image size” A digital image is made up of a collection of small dots called pixels. If it contains a large number of pixels, the image becomes large, it takes up more memory, and the image is displayed in fine detail. “Image size” is shown by the number of pixels. Although you cannot see the differences on the screen of the camera, the fine detail and data processing time differ when the image is printed or displayed on a computer screen.
Basic techniques for better images The default settings are marked with . Image size Usage guidelines No. of images 8M (3264×2448) For prints up to A3(11×17") 3:2*1 (3264×2176) Shoot in 3:2 aspect ratio 5M (2592×1944) For prints up to A4(8.
Basic techniques for better images Flash On using the flash The eyes of the subject may come out red, or fuzzy white circular spots may appear when using the flash. These phenomena can be reduced by taking the following steps. The “Red-eye phenomenon” Pupils become dilated in dark environments. Flash light is reflected off the blood vessels at the back of the eye (retina), causing the “red-eye” phenomenon.
Identifying parts See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. Bottom A POWER lamp B POWER button C Shutter button (27) D Flash (29) E Microphone F Lens G Self-timer lamp (28)/Smile shutter lamp (50)/AF illuminator (81) H Lens cover A Speaker B (Playback) button (35) C SCRAPBOOK button (39) D LCD screen/Touch panel (23, 24) E Hook for wrist strap F T/W (Zoom) button (28) G Tripod receptacle • When a tripod has screws longer than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch), you cannot firmly secure the camera.
Indicators on the screen Touch [DISP] on the screen to change to the display selection screen (page 24). See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. When shooting still images Screen operation You can change the settings by touching the following: 1, 2, 3. • Touching an icon displays the guide about the touched item. To hide this guide, touch [?] (page 23). A Display Indication HOME Displays the HOME screen.
Indicators on the screen C Display 0.5m 1.0m 3.0m 7.0m Display Vibration warning AF mode/focus preset settings (31, 32) • Indicates vibration may prevent you from shooting clear images due to insufficient lighting. Even if the vibration warning appears, you can still shoot images. However, we recommend that you turn on the anti-blur function, using the flash for better lighting or using a tripod or other means to stabilize the camera (page 11).
Indicators on the screen Display Indication Histogram (24) Flash mode (29) • When [Display Setup] is set to [Image Only], the current settings are displayed. Macro/Close focus (30) • When [Display Setup] is set to [Image Only], the current settings are displayed.
Indicators on the screen When playing back still images B Display Indication Adjusts the volume (35) / Playback zoom (36) Turns v/V/b/B on/off N Playback x Stop Displays the previous/next image. DISP When playing back movies Changes the screen display. Screen indicators Screen indicators 3 to 5 show the current setting status.
Indicators on the screen D Display E Indication Display Playback Media (internal memory, “Memory Stick Duo”) 125 Shutter speed F3.5 Aperture value Playback folder (71) ISO400 ISO number (34) +2.0EV Exposure Value (34) • This does not appear when using internal memory. 8/8 Indication Low battery warning (116) Metering mode (33) Image number/Number of images recorded in selected folder Flash White balance (53) Changing folder (71) • This does not appear when using internal memory.
Operate the touch panel This LCD screen also displays the buttons for operating the camera (touch panel). Touch panel 1 Lower the lens cover to turn on the power. The buttons appear on the screen. 2 Touch the buttons on the screen lightly with your finger. On the touch panel buttons • When the item you want to set is not on the screen, touch v/V to change the page. • You can return to the previous screen by touching [BACK]. • Touching [?] displays the guide about the touched item.
Changing the screen display Touch [DISP] on the screen to change to the display selection screen. • In index mode, you can set the number of images displayed. • Settings other than [LCD Brightness] can be made separately for shooting and playback. [Display Setup] This sets if the icons are displayed on the screen. Normal Simple DISP Image Only • [DISP] is displayed on the screen only when shooting.
Changing the screen display [LCD Brightness] This sets the LCD brightness. • When viewing images in bright outside light if [LCD Brightness] is set to [Normal], reset to [Bright]. However, the battery power may decrease faster under such condition. [Display Histogram] This sets if a histogram is displayed on the screen. A B Dark Bright • The histogram also appears when playing back a single image, but you cannot adjust the exposure.
Basic Operations Shooting images easily The following steps show you how to shoot images by using basic functions of the camera. Shutter button Touch panel T/W (Zoom) button 1 Open the lens cover. 2 Hold the camera steady, keeping your arms at your side. Position the subject in the center of the focus frame or touch the point for focusing. z You can touch the screen to select the point to bring into focus.
Shooting images easily 3 Shoot with the shutter button. 1Press and hold the shutter button halfway down to focus. The z (AE/AF lock) indicator (green) flashes, a beep sounds, the indicator stops flashing and remains lit. 2Press the shutter button fully down. Basic Operations AE/AF lock indicator Shooting movies Touch [HOME], then touch (Shooting) t (Movie Mode) (page 43). Or, touch the shooting mode setting icon, then touch (Movie Mode).
Shooting images easily T/W Using the zoom Press T to zoom, press W to undo the zoom. • When the zoom scale exceeds 3×, the camera uses the Digital Zoom function. For details on the [Digital Zoom] settings and the image quality, see page 82. • The camera zooms slowly while shooting a movie. • When the Face Detect function is activated, you cannot use the Digital Zoom function. • While using the Digital Zoom, you cannot focus by touching the screen.
Shooting images easily When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes and a beep sounds until the shutter operates. Self-timer lamp . Flash (Selecting a flash mode for still images) Basic Operations To cancel, touch • Use the 2-second delay self-timer to prevent blur of an image. The shutter is released 2 seconds after you press the shutter button, which reduces camera shake when the shutter button is pressed. Touch the flash mode setting icon on the screen.
Shooting images easily Macro/Close focus (Shooting close-up) Touch the Macro/Close focus mode setting icon on the screen. Touch the desired item, then [BACK]. Macro/Close focus mode setting icon Macro Off ( Macro On ( ) ): W side: Approx. 8 cm or farther (3 1/4 inches or farther), T side: Approx. 25 cm or farther (9 7/8 inches or farther) Close focus enabled ( ): Locked to the W side: Approx. 1 to 20 cm (13/32 to 7 7/8 inches) Macro • Setting the zoom all the way to the W side is recommended.
Shooting images easily Focus: Changing the focus method You can change the focus method. Use the menu when it is difficult to get the proper focus in auto focus mode. • When the shooting mode is set to (Multi AF) , [Focus] appears in [MENU]. Focuses on a subject in all ranges of the finder frame automatically. • This mode is useful when the subject is not in the center of the frame.
Shooting images easily 0.5 m 1.0 m 3.0 m 7.0 m Focuses on the subject using a previously set distance to the subject. (Focus preset) • Use “Focus preset” when it is difficult to get sharp focus with automatic focusing, such as when shooting a subject through a net or window. (unlimited distance) • AF stands for Auto Focus. • Allow a margin of error in distance in the setting of “Focus preset”. Setting the zoom to the T side or pointing the lens up or down will increase error.
Shooting images easily Metering Mode: Selecting the metering mode Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the exposure. • When the shooting mode is set to , [Metering Mode] appears in [MENU]. Divides into multiple regions and measures each region. The camera determines a well-balanced exposure (Multi-pattern metering).
Shooting images easily ISO: Selecting a luminous sensitivity Low ISO sensitivity High ISO sensitivity Sets the ISO sensitivity. (Auto) You can reduce image blurring in dark locations or moving subjects by increasing ISO sensitivity (select a larger number). However, images tend to become noisier as the ISO sensitivity number increases. Select an ISO sensitivity number according to shooting conditions. • For details on the ISO sensitivity, see page 13.
Viewing images The following steps explain how to view images stored in the internal memory. (Playback) button SCRAPBOOK button To view images in “Memory Stick Duo”, touch HOME screen (page 60). (Playback zoom) button (Memory Stick) in (View Images) in Basic Operations / Viewing a single image 1 Press (Playback) button. • If you press (Playback) when the camera is powered off, the camera is turned on automatically and set to playback mode. To switch to the shooting mode, press (Playback) again.
Viewing images Viewing an enlarged image (playback zoom) Touch a still image while it is displayed to enlarge the corresponding area. Touch to zoom out. v/V/b/B: Adjusts the position. BACK: Cancels playback zoom. : Turns v/V/b/B on/off. • To store enlarged images, see [Trimming] (page 64). You can also enlarge the image with the T/W (Zoom) button.
Viewing images Viewing an index screen When you touch (Index) while viewing the image in single image screen, the image will be displayed by each album in index mode. Touch / to display the previous/next page. To return to the single image screen, touch the thumbnail image. (Index) • If you touch [DISP] in index mode, you can set the number of images displayed in the index screen. • You can switch the display from index screen to Calendar or Album Lists.
Viewing images (Sharemark) list You can load images saved as sharemarks to computers. For details on how to make the settings, see pages 61 and 62. • You can also view the album lists by selecting [Album List] in (View Images) in HOME screen. Viewing by Calendar Touch the (Calendar) in the index screen to view images by the calendar. Move on/back the year with b/B and move on/back the month with v/V. Touch the thumbnail image to return to the index screen of the album, which includes the touched image.
Viewing images Using the SCRAPBOOK When an album is created in the camera, a scrapbook with the images in the album laid out on a background is automatically created. Scrapbooks created in the camera can be only viewed with the camera. Basic Operations SCRAPBOOK button • Images saved in “Memory Stick Duo” cannot be viewed as scrapbooks. 1 Press SCRAPBOOK button. Scrapbook list is displayed.
Viewing images 3 Touch b/B to turn the page. Date Album Name BACK: Return to scrapbook list. b/B: Move to the page before or after. : Turn the page automatically. Touch the image to stop turning the page. • The camera will automatically decide the position of the image to be displayed. • Touch the image to view in single image screen. To change backgrounds A Touch [MENU]. B Touch [Background] t [Background]. Screen to change the theme will be displayed.
Deleting images (Playback) button Basic Operations 1 Press (Playback) button. 2 Display the image you want to delete, then touch (Delete). 3 Touch [OK]. When you delete images from the MENU screen 1 Touch [MENU] while displaying in single-image mode or in index mode. 2 Touch (Delete). 3 Touch to select the desired deletion method from (Whole Album). (This Image), (Multiple Images) or When you select [This Image] You can delete the selected image. Touch [OK].
Deleting images When you select [Multiple Images] You can select and delete multiple images simultaneously. 1 Touch the center of the image to put a check mark on the image you want to delete. The mark is checked in the check box of the image. To cancel the deletion, touch the image again to deselect the mark. Single Image Index Display • Touching displays the index screen. At this screen, touch the thumbnail images to add a check mark to the images you want to delete.
Learning the various functions – HOME/Menu Using the HOME screen The HOME screen is the gateway screen for all the functions of your camera, and can be called up regardless of the mode setting (shooting/viewing). 1 Touch [HOME] to display the HOME screen. Category Basic Operations Item 2 Touch the category you want to set. 3 Touch the item in the category you want to set. • You cannot display the HOME screen when a PictBridge connection or a USB connection is made.
Learning the various functions – HOME/Menu HOME items Touching [HOME] displays the following items. Details on the items are displayed on the screen by the guide.
Learning the various functions – HOME/Menu Using the menu items 1 Touch [MENU] to display the MENU screen. • Different items will become visible depending on the selected mode. 2 Touch the desired menu item. Basic Operations Touch [?] to hide the function guide when shooting (page 23). • If the desired item is hidden, keep touching v/V until the item appears on the screen. 3 Touch the desired setting item. • When is displayed on the function guide during playback, touch to confirm.
Menu items The menu items available to set by touching [MENU] vary depending on the mode setting (shooting/viewing). Only items available to set will be displayed on the screen.
Using the shooting functions Switching the shooting mode You can switch the shooting mode on the HOME screen. Shooting modes: There are three shooting modes available for still images: Auto Adjustment, Scene Selection, Program Auto; and there is one recording mode for movies. The default setting is Auto Adjustment. To switch the shooting mode to other than Auto Adjustment, follow the procedure described below. 1Touch [HOME] to display HOME screen. 2Touch (Shooting). 3Touch the desired mode.
Shooting images using Scene Selection Scene Selection modes The following modes are preset to match the scene conditions. High Sensitivity Allows you to shoot images without a flash under low light conditions, reducing blur. Landscape Focuses only on a distant subject to shoot landscapes, etc. Hi-Speed Shutter Smile Shutter When the camera detects a smile, the shutter is released automatically. For details, see page 50.
Shooting images using Scene Selection Functions you can use in Scene Selection For shooting an image appropriately according to the scene condition, a combination of functions is determined by the camera. Some functions are not available, depending on the Scene Selection mode.
Shooting images using Scene Selection Shooting in Smile Shutter mode A Press the shutter button all the way down. The [ ] is displayed to indicate that the camera is at the capturing smile screen. When a smile is detected, the shutter is released automatically. The smile shutter lamp will light after shooting (page 17). B Holding down the shutter button again exits the capturing smile screen. • A maximum of six images can be taken.
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 45 The available modes are indicated as shown below. For details on how to operate the menu, see page 45. You can select the mode displayed in white. Available Unavailable Shooting mode (Auto Adjustment/Scene Selection/Program Auto) Movie Mode The default settings are marked with . Selects whether the camera performs continuous shooting or not when you press the shutter button. (Normal) (Burst) Does not shoot continuously.
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 45 On the Burst • When recording with the self timer, a series of a maximum of five images is recorded. • The recording interval is approx. 0.51 seconds. The recording interval becomes longer, depending on the setting for the image size. • When the battery level is low, or when the internal memory or “Memory Stick Duo” is full, the Burst stops. • You may not be able to shoot images in the Burst mode depending on the Scene Selection mode (page 49).
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 45 White Balance: Adjusting the color tones Adjusts color tones according to the surrounding light conditions. Use this function if image color appears unnatural. (Auto) Adjusts the White Balance automatically. Adjusts for outdoors conditions on a fine day, evening views, night scenes, neon signs, fireworks, etc. (Cloudy) Adjusts for a cloudy sky or a shady location.
Shooting menu (Flash) (Only for still image) For details on the operation 1 page 45 Adjusts for the flash conditions. • You cannot select this item when shooting movies. • For details on the white balance, see page 13. • Under fluorescent lights that flicker, the white balance function may not work correctly even though you select [Fluorescent Light 1], [Fluorescent Light 2] or [Fluorescent Light 3]. • Except in [Flash] mode, [White Balance] is set to [Auto] when you shoot images using the flash.
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 45 (Sepia) Sets the image to sepia color. (B & W) Sets the image to black and white. Flash Level: Adjusting the amount of flash light Adjusts the amount of flash light. (–) Toward –: Makes the flash level lower. Using the shooting functions • You can select only [Normal], [Sepia] or [B & W] when shooting movies. (Normal) (+) Toward +: Makes the flash level higher. • To change flash mode, see page 29.
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 45 Red Eye Reduction: Reducing the red-eye phenomenon The flash strobes two or more times before shooting to reduce the red-eye phenomenon when using the flash. (Auto) When the Face Detect function is activated, the flash strobes automatically to reduce the red-eye phenomenon. (On) The flash always strobes to reduce the red-eye phenomenon. (Off) Does not use Red Eye Reduction.
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 45 • When the Face Detect function is activated – You cannot use the AF illuminator. – You cannot use the Digital Zoom function. • In (Soft Snap) mode, the default setting is [Continuous]. • In the (Smile Shutter) mode, the Face Detect function activates continuously. • Up to 8 faces of your subjects can be detected. However, only up to 4 faces of your subjects can be detected when you shoot images with (Soft Snap).
Using the viewing functions Playing back images from the HOME screen You can select the ways to playback images. 1 Touch [HOME]. 2 Touch (View Images). 3 Touch the desired viewing method. (Album List): Display the list of image groups Separates the images stored in the internal memory in a list. The images are separated by albums, favorites, or sharemarks. (Calendar): Display images on a calendar Separates images stored in the internal memory by the date and displays the thumbnail image on a calendar.
Playing back images from the HOME screen To change the setup You can change the slide show settings. 1 Touch [MENU] t (Slideshow) t (Slideshow). 2 Touch the desired menu item. 3 Touch the desired setting, then touch [Start]. • You can change the settings by touching The following items can be set. The default settings are marked with on the volume control screen. . Image Album/Favorites/Sharemark Plays back the images in the selected Album, Favorites or Sharemark.
Playing back images from the HOME screen Interval 3 sec Sets the display interval of images for a [Normal] slide show. 5 sec 10 sec 30 sec 1 min Auto The interval is set to suit the selected [Effects] item. The setting is fixed to [Auto] when [Normal] is not selected as the [Effects]. Repeat On Plays back images in a continuous loop. Off After all the images have been played back, the slide show ends.
Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 45 This section explains the menu items available when you touch [MENU] in playback mode. For details on how to use the menu, see page 45. You can select the mode displayed in white. Available Unavailable Viewing mode (Album/Favorites/Sharemark/SCRAPBOOK/Memory Stick) (Add/Remove Favorites): Adding/Removing Favorites Select your favorite image and add/remove from groups as favorites. Add or remove the image you selected as favorites.
Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 45 In index screen: 5 Touch the thumbnail image of the desired image to add as favorites. The mark will be displayed on the selected image. 6 Repeat step 5 if you want to add other images as favorites too. 7 Touch , then [OK]. To add all images in album as favorites 1 Touch [MENU] while the image is displayed in index screen. 2 Touch (Add/Remove Favorites). 3 Touch (Whole Album).
Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 45 In single image screen: 5 Display the desired image to add as sharemark with / The mark will be displayed on the selected image. and touch the center of the image. 6 Continue to display the desired image to add as sharemark with the image. 7 Touch / and touch the center of , then [OK]. In index screen: 5 Touch the thumbnail image of the desired image to add as sharemark. The mark will be displayed on the selected image.
Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 45 (Retouch): Retouching still images Adds effects or makes corrections to a recorded image and records it as a new file. The original image is retained. To retouch the still images 1 Select the images you want to retouch while displaying in single-image or index mode. 2 Touch [MENU]. 3 Touch (Retouch), then touch the desired mode. 4 Retouch the images by following the instructions for each retouching mode below.
Viewing menu (Soft Focus) For details on the operation 1 page 45 Blurs the periphery around a chosen point to signalize a subject. 1 Touch the center point of the desired image to retouch, then touch . 2 Adjust the desired range to retouch with b/B, then touch . 3 Select level of retouch with b/B, then touch . 4 Touch [Save]. (Partial Color) Surrounds a chosen point in monochrome to signalize a subject. (Fisheye Lens) Applies a fisheye effect around a chosen point.
Viewing menu (Radial Blur) For details on the operation 1 page 45 Decides the center point for expressing movement in the still image. 1 Touch the center point of the desired image to retouch, then touch . 2 Adjust the desired range to retouch with b/B, then touch . 3 Touch [Save]. (Retro) This softens the image by blurring the focus and lowering the surrounding light so that it appears as if it was taken by an old camera.
Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 45 (Delete): Deleting images Selects and deletes images on the single-image screen or the index screen, see page 41. (This Image) Deletes the image that is now selected. (Multiple Images) Selects and deletes multiple images. (Whole Album) Deletes all the images in the selected album. (All In This Folder) Deletes all the images in the selected folder in “Memory Stick Duo”.
Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 45 In single-image mode: 4 Use The / to display the image to be protected, and then touch the center of that image. is attached to the selected image. 5 Touch 6 Touch / to display other images you want to protect, then touch the center of that image. t [OK]. In index mode: 4 Touch the thumbnail image you want to protect. The is attached to the selected image. 5 To protect other images, repeat step 4. 6 Touch • Touch t [OK].
Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 45 (Print): Printing images using a printer Printing images shot with the camera. See page 102. (This Image) You can print the image selected. (Multiple Images) You can select and print multiple images. (Whole Album) You can print all images in Album which is being selected. (Rotate): Rotating a still image Rotates a still image. 2 Touch [MENU] to display the menu. 3 Display 4 Touch (Rotate) by touching v/V, then touch it. (Rotate).
Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 45 (Import): Importing images You can copy (import) images in “Memory Stick Duo” to the internal memory. (This Image) You can copy the selected image from “Memory Stick Duo” to the internal memory. (All In This Folder) You can copy all the images in the folder from “Memory Stick Duo” to the internal memory. • Images that can be played back on the camera will be imported.
Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 45 (Select Folder): Selecting the folder for viewing images Selects the folder containing the image you want to play back. 1 Select the desired folder with v/V. 2 Touch [OK]. To cancel selecting the folder Touch [Exit] or [BACK] in step 2. Using the viewing functions z On the folders The camera stores images in a specified folder of a “Memory Stick Duo”. You can change the folder or create a new one. • To create a new folder t [Create REC.
Painting or putting stamps on still images (Paint) You can paint or put stamps on still images and save them separately. Use the paint pen (supplied) for this operation. • You cannot paint in the following situation. – When playing back movies – When viewing recorded images on TV – When playing back images in “Memory Stick Duo” – When playing back images in Favorites or Sharemark To display the painting 1 Press (Playback) button. 2 Touch [MENU] t (Paint) t (Paint).
Painting or putting stamps on still images (Paint) To stamp 1 Touch . 2 Select a stamp. Touch the stamp select button, the desired stamp, then [BACK]. 3 Put stamps on the image. To add a frame 1 Touch . 2 Select a frame. Select the desired frame with b/B, then touch . Touch [BACK] to return to the painting screen. To change the color of the line Touch the color select button, a desired color, then [BACK].
Customizing the settings Customizing the Manage Memory feature and the Settings You can change the default settings using HOME screen. (Manage Memory) or (Settings) on the 1 Touch [HOME] to display the HOME screen. HOME 2 Touch (Manage Memory) or (Settings). 3 Touch the desired setting item. Touch v/V to display the other setting items. 4 Touch the setting item that you want to change, and then touch the desired setting value to set it.
Manage Memory For details on the operation 1 page 74 Memory Tool — Memory Stick Tool This item appears only when a “Memory Stick Duo” is inserted in the camera. Format Formats the “Memory Stick Duo”. A commercially available “Memory Stick Duo” is already formatted, and can be used immediately. • Note that formatting irrevocably erases all data on a “Memory Stick Duo”, including even protected images. 1 Touch [Format]. The message “All data on Memory Stick will be erased” appears. 2 Touch [OK].
Manage Memory For details on the operation 1 page 74 Change REC.Folder Changes the folder currently used for recording images. 1 Touch [Change REC.Folder]. The folder selection screen appears. 2 Touch [OK]. To cancel changing the recording folder Touch [Exit] or [BACK] in step 2. • You cannot select the “100MSDCF” folder as a recording folder. • You cannot move recorded images to another folder.
Manage Memory For details on the operation 1 page 74 Memory Tool — Internal Memory Tool This item does not appear when a “Memory Stick Duo” is inserted in the camera. Format Formats the internal memory. • Note that formatting permanently erases all data in the internal memory, including even protected images. 1 Touch [Format]. The message “All data in internal memory will be erased” appears. 2 Touch [OK]. Formatting starts. To cancel formatting Touch [Cancel] or [BACK] in step 2.
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 74 Main Settings — Main Settings 1 The default settings are marked with . Beep Selects the sound produced when you operate the camera. Shutter Turns on the shutter sound when you press the shutter button. On Turns on the beep/shutter sound when you operate the touch panel/press the shutter button. Off Turns off the beep/shutter sound. Function Guide When you operate the camera, the function guide appears. On Displays the function guide.
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 74 Calibration Enables you to perform calibration when the touch panel buttons do not react at the appropriate points where you touch. Using the paint pen, touch the × mark displayed on the screen. To stop the calibration process mid-way, touch [Cancel]. The adjustments made up to that point are not effected. The × mark moves on the screen. If you fail to press the right spot, the calibration is not performed. Press the × mark again.
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 74 Main Settings — Main Settings 2 The default settings are marked with . USB Connect Selects the USB mode to be used when connecting the camera to a computer or a PictBridge compliant printer using the USB cable (Only when using the internal memory). PictBridge Connects the camera to a PictBridge compliant printer (page 102).
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 74 Shooting Settings — Shooting Settings 1 The default settings are marked with . AF Illuminator The AF illuminator supplies fill light to focus more easily on a subject in dark surroundings. The AF illuminator emits red light allowing the camera to focus easily when the shutter button is pressed halfway, until the focus is locked. The indicator appears at this time. Auto Uses the AF illuminator. Off Does not use AF illuminator.
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 74 AF Mode Selects the auto focus operation mode. Single Automatically adjusts the focus when you press and hold the shutter button halfway down. This mode is useful for shooting stationary subjects. Monitor Automatically adjusts the focus before you press and hold the shutter button halfway down. This mode shortens the time needed for focusing. • Battery consumption is faster than in [Single] mode.
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 74 Shooting Settings — Shooting Settings 2 The default settings are marked with . Auto Orientation When the camera is rotated to shoot a portrait (vertical) image, the camera records its position change and displays the image in the portrait position. On Records the image with the correct orientation. Off Auto Orientation deactivated. • The left and right side of the image vertically orientated will be displayed in black.
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 74 Clock Settings Clock Settings Sets the date and time. 1 Select (Clock Settings) from (Settings) on the HOME screen. 2 Touch [Clock Settings]. 3 Touch the desired date display format, then touch The clock settings screen appears. . 4 Touch each item, then set its numeric value by touching v/V. 5 Touch [OK]. To cancel the clock setting Touch [Cancel] or [BACK] in step 5.
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 74 Language Setting Language Setting Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages.
Viewing images on a TV Viewing images on a TV You can view images on a TV by connecting the camera to a TV. The connection varies according to the type of TV the camera is connected to. • Icons and other indicators do not appear on the TV. Viewing images by connecting the camera to a TV with the cable for multi-use terminal (not supplied) Turn off both the camera and the TV before connecting the camera to the TV. 1 Connect the camera to the TV with the cable for multi-use terminal (not supplied).
Viewing images on a TV 3 Press (Playback) button to turn on the camera. Images shot with the camera appear on the TV. Touch / to select the desired image. • When using the camera abroad, it may be necessary to switch the video signal output to match that of your TV system (page 80).
Viewing images on a TV Viewing an image by connecting the camera to an HD TV You can view an image recorded on the camera by connecting the camera to an HD (High Definition) TV* with the HD Output Adaptor Cable (not supplied). Turn off both the camera and the TV before connecting the camera to the TV. * Images taken at [VGA] resolution cannot be played back with high image quality. • You can also enjoy viewing in high image quality with Cyber-shot Station CSS-HD1 (not supplied)/ CSS-HD2 (not supplied).
Viewing images on a TV 3 Press (Playback) button to turn on the camera. Images shot with the camera appear on the TV. Touch / to select the desired image. • Set [COMPONENT] to [HD(1080i)] in [Main Settings 2] by selecting (Settings) on the HOME screen (page 80). • When using the camera abroad, it may be necessary to switch the video signal output to match that of your TV system (page 80). • You cannot view movies output in HD signal format. Set [COMPONENT] to [SD].
Using your computer Enjoying your Windows computer Illustrations of screens used in this section are based on the English version. • Under Windows Vista, some names and operations may differ from those described below.
Enjoying your Windows computer Recommended computer environment The following environment is recommended for a computer connected to the camera.
Enjoying your Windows computer • Termination or changes in service may occur depending on certain reasons of the website operator, etc. Including these situations, Sony is not held responsible for any troubles between customers and a third party or any loss to customers on using the service. • To view the website, you will be redirected by a server run by Sony (hereon after referred to as Sony server). You may not be able to access the website because of server maintenance, etc.
Installing the software (supplied) You can install the software (supplied) using the following procedure. • Log on as Administrator. 1 Turn on your computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive. The installation menu screen appears. 4 Select the [Region] and [Country/ Area], then click [Next]. When the [Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for Sony Picture Utility] appears, click [Next]. The “License Agreement” screen appears. Read the agreement carefully.
Installing the software (supplied) After you install the software, the short cut icons for “Picture Motion Browser”, “Picture Motion Browser Guide”, “Music Transfer” are created on the desktop. • Double-click to start “Picture Motion Browser”. • Double-click to start “Picture Motion Browser Guide”. • Double-click to start “Music Transfer”.
On the “Picture Motion Browser” (supplied) You can use still images and movies from the camera more than ever by taking advantage of the software. This section summarizes the “Picture Motion Browser”. “Picture Motion Browser” overview With the “Picture Motion Browser” you can: • Import images shot with the camera and display them on the computer. • Organize images on the computer on a calendar by shooting date to view them. • Edit images. • Load images of computers to the camera.
Connecting to computers Preparing the camera and the computer Connecting the camera to your computer 1 Connect the USB adaptor for Multi connector (supplied) and the USB cable (supplied). USB adaptor for Multi connector USB cable 2 Insert the sufficiently charged 2 To the Multi Connector 1 To a USB jack USB cable battery pack in the camera.
Connecting to computers To delete the USB connection Perform the procedures from step 1 to 4 below before: • Disconnecting the USB cable. • Removing a “Memory Stick Duo”. • Inserting a “Memory Stick Duo” into the camera after copying images from the internal memory. • Turning off the camera. 1 Double-click Image file storage destinations and file names The image files recorded with the camera are grouped as folders on the “Memory Stick Duo” or the internal memory.
Connecting to computers • Image files are named as follows: – Still image files: DSC0ssss.JPG – Movie files: MOV0ssss.MPG – Index image files that are recorded when you record movies: MOV0ssss.THM ssss stands for any number within the range from 0001 to 9999. The numerical portions of the name of a movie file recorded in movie mode and its corresponding index image file are the same. • For more information about folders, see pages 71 and 75.
Using the “Music Transfer” (supplied) You can change the Music files that are preset at the factory to the desired Music files using “Music Transfer” in the CDROM (supplied). You can also delete or add these files whenever you want.
Viewing “Cyber-shot Step-up Guide” When you install “Cyber-shot Handbook”, “Cyber-shot Step-up Guide” is also installed. “Cyber-shot Step-up Guide” further introduces how to use the camera and optional accessories. Viewing on Windows Start from the shortcut icon on the desktop.
Printing still images How to print still images When you print images shot in [16:9] mode, both edges may be cut off, so be sure to check before printing (page 113). Printing directly using a PictBridge compliant printer (page 102) You can print images by connecting the camera directly to a PictBridge compliant printer. Printing directly using a “Memory Stick” compliant printer You can print images with a “Memory Stick” compliant printer.
Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer Even if you do not have a computer, you can print images shot using the camera by connecting the camera directly to a PictBridge compliant printer. Stage 2: Connecting the camera to the printer 1 Connect the USB adaptor for • “PictBridge” is based on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) • You cannot print movies. • If the indicator flashes on the screen of the camera (error notification), check the connected printer.
Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer 2 Turn on the camera and the Stage 4: Printing printer. After the connection is made, the indicator appears. Single image screen is displayed. 1 Touch the desired setting item to make the print settings. [Quantity] When the [Layout] is set to [1-up/ Borderless] or [1-up/Border]: Stage 3: Selecting images you want to print 1 Touch [MENU] to display the MENU screen. 2 Touch v/V to display and touch (Print), (Print).
Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer 2 Touch [OK]. The image is printed. • Do not disconnect the USB cable while the (PictBridge Connecting) indicator appears on the screen. indicator To print other images Select [Multiple Images], then perform the process again from stage 3. Stage 5: Completing the printing Make sure the screen has returned to stage 2, and disconnect the USB cable from the camera.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with the camera or accessory, try the following solutions. 1 Check the items on pages 106 to 115. If a code such as “C/E:ss:ss” appears on the screen, see page 116. 2 Remove the battery pack, wait for about one minute, re-insert the battery pack, then turn on the power. 3 Initialize the settings (page 78). 4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Troubleshooting Battery pack and power The battery pack cannot be inserted. • Insert the battery pack correctly to push the battery eject lever. Cannot turn on the camera. • After inserting the battery pack into the camera, it may take a few moments for the camera to power up. • Insert the battery pack correctly. • The battery pack is discharged. Insert a charged battery pack. • The battery pack is dead (page 123). Replace it with a new one. • Use a recommended battery pack.
Troubleshooting This subject is not visible on the screen. • The camera is set to the playback mode. Press to change to the recording mode (page 35). Anti-blur function does not work. • The anti-blur function does not work when appears on the display. • The anti-blur function may not work properly when shooting night scenes. • Shoot after pressing the shutter button halfway down. Do not press it fully down suddenly. Recording takes a long time. • The NR slow shutter function is activated (page 20).
Troubleshooting The close-up shoot function (Macro/Close focus) does not work. (Twilight) mode or (Landscape) mode or (Fireworks) mode is selected in the Scene Selection (page 49). • (Close focus enabled) mode shooting is disabled when (Smile shutter) mode is selected in the Scene Selection. • The date and time are not displayed on LCD screen. • While shooting, the date and time are not displayed. They are displayed only during playback. Cannot insert dates on images.
Troubleshooting The eyes of the subject come out red. • Set [Red Eye Reduction] to [Auto] or [On] (page 56). • Shoot the subject at a distance closer than the flash range using the flash. • Light the room and shoot the subject. • Retouch the image using [Red Eye Correction] (page 64). Dots appear and remain on the screen. • This is not a malfunction. These dots are not recorded (page 2). Cannot shoot images in succession. • The internal memory or “Memory Stick Duo” is full.
Troubleshooting The icons no longer appear. • When the top right of the screen is touched, the icons will be momentarily disappear. Taking the finger off the screen makes the icons reappear. • [Display Setup] is set to [Image Only]. Set to [Normal] or [Simple]. The slideshow music (background music) does not play. • Use “Music Transfer” to import music into the camera (page 99). Left and right sides of the screen are shown in black. • [Auto Orientation] is set to [On] (page 83).
Troubleshooting “Memory Stick PRO Duo” is not recognized by a computer with a “Memory Stick” slot. • Check that the computer and the Memory Stick Reader/Writer support “Memory Stick PRO Duo”. Users of computers and Memory Stick Readers/Writers made by manufacturers other than Sony should contact those manufacturers. • If “Memory Stick PRO Duo” is not supported, connect the camera to the computer (page 96). The computer recognizes the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”. Your computer does not recognize the camera.
Troubleshooting The image and sound are interrupted by noise when you view a movie on a computer. • You are playing back the movie directly from the internal memory or the “Memory Stick Duo”. Copy the movie to the hard disk of your computer, then play back the movie from the hard disk (page 96). Cannot print an image. • Refer to the operation manual of the printer. Images once copied to a computer cannot be viewed on the camera.
Troubleshooting Cannot save images. • Images shot with the camera are saved in the internal memory. If the internal memory has available memory left, the image will not be recorded in “Memory Stick Duo” even if it is inserted in the camera. The images will be recorded in “Memory Stick Duo” after the internal memory is full. Printing See “PictBridge compliant printer” together with the following items. Images are printed with both edges cut off.
Troubleshooting Cannot print images. • Check that the camera and the printer are properly connected using the USB cable. • Turn on the printer. For further information, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the printer. • If you select [Exit] during printing, images may not be printed. Disconnect and connect the USB cable again. If you still cannot print your images, disconnect the USB cable, turn the printer off and then on, then connect the USB cable again. • Movies cannot be printed.
Troubleshooting Touch panel Cannot operate the touch panel buttons correctly or fully. • Perform [Calibration] (page 79). The paint pen operation reacts at inappropriate points. • Perform [Calibration] (page 79). Others The file number cannot be reset. • The file number will not be reset even if you change the recording media. To reset, perform [Format] (pages 75, 77) with the camera, and then perform [Initialize] (page 78).
Warning indicators and messages Self-diagnosis display If a code starting with a letter of the alphabet appears, the self-diagnosis function on the camera is working. The last two digits (indicated by ss) will differ depending on the state of the camera. If you cannot solve the problem even after trying the following corrective actions a few times, the camera may need repair. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. C:32:ss • There is trouble with the camera’s hardware.
Warning indicators and messages Memory Stick type error • The inserted “Memory Stick Duo” cannot be used in the camera (page 121). Cannot access Memory Stick Access denied • You are using the “Memory Stick Duo” with the access controlled. Memory Stick formatting error Internal memory formatting error • Format the media again (pages 75, 77). Memory Stick locked Folder error • A folder with the same first three digit number already exists on the “Memory Stick Duo” (for example: 123MSDCF and 123ABCDE).
Warning indicators and messages Invalid operation • You are trying to play back a file that is not compatible with the camera. • You have selected a function that is not available for movies. • You have touched the panel when using the digital zoom or close focus mode. While using these modes, you cannot focus by touching the screen. (Vibration warning indicator) • Camera shake may occur due to Printer busy Paper error No Paper Ink error Low Ink No Ink • Check the printer.
Warning indicators and messages No red-eye detected • You may not be able to correct the red- eye phenomenon depending on the image.
Others Using the camera abroad — Power sources You can use the camera, the battery charger (supplied), and the AC-LS5K AC Adaptor (not supplied) in any country or region where the power supply is within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. • Do not use an electronic transformer (travel converter), as this may cause a malfunction.
On the “Memory Stick Duo” A “Memory Stick Duo” is a compact, portable IC recording medium. The types of “Memory Stick Duo” that can be used with the camera are listed in the table below. However, proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all “Memory Stick Duo” functions.
On the “Memory Stick Duo” Notes on using the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor (not supplied) • To use a “Memory Stick Duo” with a “Memory Stick” compliant device, be sure to insert the “Memory Stick Duo” into a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor. If you insert a “Memory Stick Duo” into a “Memory Stick” compliant device without a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor, you might not be able to remove it from the device.
On the battery pack On charging the battery pack On battery life We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F). The battery pack may not be fully charged in temperatures outside this range. • The battery life is limited. Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use. If decreased usage time between charges becomes significant, it is probably time to replace it with a new one.
On the battery charger On the battery charger • Only D-type, T-type, R-type and E-type battery packs (and no others) can be charged in the battery charger (supplied). Batteries other than the specified kind may leak, overheat, or explode if you attempt to charge them, posing a risk of injury from electrocution and burns. • The batteries that are compatible with the camera are D type batteries. The supplied battery is NP-BD1 (D type). • Remove the charged battery pack from the battery charger.
On “Cyber-shot Station” On “Cyber-shot Station” The following Cyber-shot Station (not supplied) are compliant to the camera. – CSS-HD1 (with the remote controller) – CSS-PC1 – CSS-HD2 (with the remote controller) Using the Cyber-shot Station (not supplied) enables faster charging than the supplied battery charger and easy connection to a TV or computer. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Cyber-shot Station.
On “Cyber-shot Station” Operating the Cyber-shot Station with the remote When the remote supplied with the CSS-HD1 or CSS-HD2 is used with the camera, the following operations are available. • For details on buttons not described here, refer to the instruction manual supplied with the Cyber-shot Station. * * 2 1 2 1 3 * 3 * 1 MENU button: Displays the setting screen of the Slide show (page 58).
Index Index A Color............................... 13, 73 Flash .....................................29 Adaptor plate ......................125 Color Mode .......................... 54 Flash (Shooting) ...................16 Add/Remove Favorites .........61 COMPONENT..................... 80 Flash Level ...........................55 Add/Remove Sharemark.......62 Computer.............................. 90 Flash mode............................29 Adjusting EV ........................
Index Initialize................................78 N S Install ....................................93 Natural ................................. 54 Scene Selection .................... 48 internal memory .....................7 NR slow shutter ................... 20 SCRAPBOOK ...................... 39 Internal Memory Tool ..........77 NTSC ................................... 80 Scrapbook............................... 8 ISO............................12, 13, 34 O J Optical zoom................
Index T Touch panel ..........................23 Trimming ..............................64 Troubleshooting..................105 TV .........................................86 Twilight mode.......................48 Twilight Portrait mode..........48 U Underexposure......................12 USB adaptor for Multi connector .......................96 USB cable .............................96 USB Connect ........................80 Using your camera abroad .....................................120 V VGA..........
Notes on the License “C Library”, “Expat” and “zlib”, software are provided in the camera. We provide this software based on license agreements with their owners of copyright. Based on requests by the owners of copyright of these software applications, we have an obligation to inform you of the following. Please read the following sections. Read “license1.pdf” in the “License” folder on the CD-ROM. You will find licenses (in English) of “C Library”, “Expat” and “zlib” software.
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