Enjoying the camera Using the menu Digital Still Camera User’s Guide/ Troubleshooting DSC-T30 Using the Setup screen Using your computer Printing still images Connecting your camera to your TV “Read This First” (separate volume) Explains the set-up and basic operations for shooting/playback with your camera. Operating Instructions Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website.
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Notes on using your camera Types of “Memory Stick” that can be used (not supplied) The IC recording medium used by this camera is a “Memory Stick Duo”. There are two types of “Memory Stick”. “Memory Stick Duo”: you can use a “Memory Stick Duo” with your camera. “Memory Stick”: you cannot use a “Memory Stick” with your camera. • If you do not intend to use the battery pack for a long time, use up the existing charge and remove it from your camera, then store it in a cool, dry place.
• Do not use the camera near a location that generates strong radio waves or emits radiation. The camera may not be able to record or play back properly. • Using the camera in sandy or dusty locations may cause malfunctions. • If moisture condensation occurs, remove it before using the camera (page 108). • Do not shake or strike the camera. In addition to malfunctions and an inability to record images, this may render the recording medium unusable, or cause image data breakdown, damage or loss.
For full use of the digital still camera Prepare the camera and shoot images easily “Read This First” (separate volume) 1 Prepare the battery pack 2 Turn the camera on/set the clock 3 Insert a “Memory Stick Duo” (not supplied) 4 Select the image size for use 5 Shoot images easily (Auto adjustment mode) Shoot still images (Scene Selection) 6 View/delete images Get more friendly with your camera This manual • Shoot with your favorite settings (Program auto shooting) t page 28 • Enjoy your images using th
Table of contents Read this first ............................................................................................ 5 Notes on using your camera ..................................................................... 7 Enjoying the camera Basic techniques for better images......................................................... 13 Focus – Focusing on a subject successfully................................................... 13 Exposure – Adjusting the light intensity...............................
Viewing menu..........................................................................................45 (Folder) - (Protect) DPOF (Print) (Slide) (Resize) (Rotate) (Divide) (Setup) Trimming Using the Setup screen Using Setup items ..............................................................................51 1 Camera 1 ...........................................................................................
Using your computer Enjoying your Windows computer........................................................... 63 Installing the software (supplied) ............................................................ 65 Copying images to your computer .......................................................... 66 Viewing image files stored on a computer with your camera (using a “Memory Stick Duo”) ...............................................................................
Enjoying the camera Basic techniques for better images Focus Exposure Color Quality Focus Enjoying the camera This section describes the basics so you can enjoy your camera. It tells you how to use various camera functions such as the mode switch (page 28), the menus (page 33), and so on. 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.
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. Exposure: Shutter speed = Length of time the camera receives light Aperture = Size of the opening allowing light to pass through ISO = Recording sensitivity Overexposure = too much light Whitish image The exposure is automatically set to the proper value in the auto adjustment mode.
Color On the effects of lighting Example: The color of an image affected by light sources Weather/lighting Daylight Cloudy Fluorescent Incandescent Characteristics of light White (standard) Bluish Blue-tinged Reddish Enjoying the camera The apparent color of the subject is affected by the lighting conditions. The color tones are adjusted automatically in the auto adjustment mode. However, you can adjust color tones manually with [White Bal] (page 40).
Selecting the image size for use (t step 4 in “Read This First”) Pixel Many pixels (Fine image quality and large file size) Few pixels (Rough image quality but small file size) The default settings are marked with Image size Example: An attached image to be sent by email .
Identifying parts See the pages in parentheses for details of operation.
L Battery insertion slot (t step 1 in “Read This First”) M Battery eject lever (t step 1 in “Read This First”) N Multi connector (bottom) When using an AC-LS5K AC Adaptor (not supplied) 2 To the multi connector 1 To DC IN jack Cable for multi-use terminal v mark 3 To wall outlet • You cannot charge the battery pack by connecting your camera to the AC-LS5K AC Adaptor. Use the battery charger to charge the battery pack.
Indicators on the screen See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. Display Camera mode (Scene Selection) (t step 5 in “Read This First”) When shooting still images Camera mode (Program) (28) 3 SL 4 Flash mode (t step 5 in “Read This First”) Flash charging 5 1.
C Display 7M Indication 3:2 5M 3M 2M 1M VGA 16:9 FINE 640 STD 640 160 101 Indication + Spot metering cross hair (40) Image size (t step 4 in “Read This First”) • FINE STD Display AF range finder frame (38) is displayed only when the Multi Burst is activated. 1M Image quality (41) Recording folder (57) • This does not appear when using internal memory.
A When playing back still images Display 1 60min M 101 VGA 101 12/12 1.3 +2.0EV 3 4 500 F3.
C Display 101 E Indication Histogram (23, 37) • Playback folder (45) • This does not appear when using internal memory. Remaining internal memory capacity (25) Remaining “Memory Stick” capacity (24) 8/8 12/12 Image number/Number of images recorded in selected folder C:32:00 Self-diagnosis display (101) 00:00:12 Counter (t step 6 in “Read This First”) D Display Indication PictBridge connecting (83) • Do not disconnect the cable for multi-use terminal while the icon is displayed. +2.
Changing the screen display Each time you press the (Screen display switch) button, the display changes as follows. 60min Indicators off Indicators on Histogram display (page 37) Enjoying the camera Histogram on • By pressing (Screen display switch) button longer, you can increase the LCD backlight. • When you set the histogram display to on, image information is displayed during playback. • The histogram does not appear in the following situations: While shooting – When the menu is displayed.
Number of still images and recording time of movies The tables show the approximate number of still images and the length of time for movies that can be recorded on a “Memory Stick Duo” formatted with this camera. The values may vary depending on the shooting conditions. For image size and quality, see page 15 in this manual and step 4 in “Read This First”. The number of still images (The image quality is [Fine] on the upper line and (Units: Images) [Standard] on the lower line.
When you do not have a “Memory Stick Duo” (Recording with the internal memory) The camera has 58 MB of internal memory. This memory is not removable. Even when there is no “Memory Stick Duo” inserted in the camera, you can record images using this internal memory. • Movies with the image size set to [640(Fine)] cannot be recorded using the internal memory. [Recording]: Images are recorded on the “Memory Stick Duo”. [Playback]: Images on the “Memory Stick Duo” are played back. [Menu, Setup, etc.
On image data stored in the internal memory We recommend that you copy (back up) data without error using one of the following methods. To copy (back up) data on a “Memory Stick Duo” Prepare a “Memory Stick Duo” with a capacity of 64 MB or more, then perform the procedure explained in [Copy] (page 58). To copy (back up) data on a hard disk of your computer Perform the procedure on pages 66 to 70 without a “Memory Stick Duo” inserted in the camera.
Battery life and number of images that can be recorded/viewed When viewing still images • Battery capacity decreases as you use it more, as the time passes (page 106). • The number of images that can be recorded/ viewed and the battery life are decreased under the following conditions: – The surrounding temperature is low. – The flash is used frequently. – The camera has been turned on and off many times. – The zoom is used frequently. – The brightness of LCD Backlight is set to up.
Using the mode switch Set the mode switch to the desired function. Still image shooting modes Auto: Auto adjustment mode Allows easy shooting with the settings adjusted automatically. t step 5 in “Read This First” Program: Program auto shooting mode Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value). Also you can select various settings using the menu.
Scene Selection For details t step 5 in “Read This First” Macro/ Magnifying Glass Flash AF range finder Focus preset White Balance /— Burst/ Exposure Bracket/ Multi Burst — —/— /— Flash level — Auto/ WB SL Enjoying the camera For shooting an image appropriately according to the scene condition, a combination of functions is determined by the camera.
Using the Slide Show By simply pressing button, you can enjoy continuous image playback accompanied by effects and music (Slide Show). c 1 Set the mode switch to . c 2 Press . 3 Slide show starts. To adjust the volume of the music Press v/V to adjust the volume. To pause the slide show Press z on the control button. To restart, select [Continue], then press z. • The slide show resumes from the image which was paused, however, the music starts again from the beginning.
(Slide) with b/B on the control button, then press z. 2 Select min Cancel Start 3 Select the item you want to set with v/V, then select the desired item with b/B. 4 Select [Start] with V/B, then press z. The slide show starts. If you do not want to start the slide show immediately, press [Cancel]. Enjoying the camera Interval Repeat Image Music Effects VGA 2/9 Slide Show Auto On Folder Music3 Stylish • The selected setting remains until the next setting is assigned.
Image Folder Plays back all the images in the selected folder. All Plays back all the images in a “Memory Stick Duo” in order. Repeat On Plays back images in a continuous loop. Off After all the images have been played back, the slide show ends. Interval 3 sec Sets the display interval of images for a [Normal] slide show. 5 sec 10 sec 30 sec 1 min Start Starts the slide show. Cancel Cancels the slide show.
Using the menu Using menu items v/V/b/B button Mode switch z button MENU button Control button Different items are available depending on the position of the mode switch and the settings. (Camera) menu Using the menu 1 Turn on the power and set the mode switch. 2 Press MENU to display the menu. 3 Select the desired menu item with b/B on the control button. • If the desired item is invisible, keep pressing b/B until the item appears on the screen.
Menu items For details on the operation 1 page 33 The available menu items vary depending on the mode switch position. Only the available items are displayed on the screen. ( : available) Mode switch position: Auto Program Scene Menu for shooting (page 36) (Camera) COLOR (Color Mode) — — (EV) — 9 (Focus) — — — — (Metering Mode) — WB (White Bal) — ISO — — — — — — — — (P.
For details on the operation 1 page 33 Menu for viewing (page 45) (Folder) — — — — — — — DPOF — — — — (Print) — — — — (Slide) — — — — (Resize) — — — — (Rotate) — — — — (Divide) — — — — (Setup) — — — — Trimming** — — — — Using the menu — - (Protect) * The operation is limited according to the Scene mode (page 29). ** Available only for playback zoom.
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 33 The default settings are marked with . (Camera) Select the still image camera mode. t step 5 in “Read This First” COLOR (Color Mode) You can change the brightness of the image, accompanied by effects.
For details on the operation 1 page 33 (EV) Manually adjusts the exposure. Toward – Toward + Toward +: Brightens an image. 0EV The exposure is automatically determined by the camera. m –2.0EV Toward –: Darkens an image. • For details on the exposure t page 14 • The compensation value can be set in 1/3EV increments. • If a subject is being shot in extremely bright or dark conditions, or the flash is used, the exposure adjustment may not be effective. Using the menu M +2.
For details on the operation 1 page 33 9 (Focus) You can change the focus method. Use the menu when it is difficult to get the proper focus in auto focus mode. (unlimited distance) 7.0m Focuses on the subject using a previously set distance to the subject. (Focus preset) • When shooting a subject through a net or through window glass, it is difficult to get the proper focus in auto focus mode. In these cases, use of [Focus] is convenient. 3.0m 1.0m 0.
For details on the operation 1 page 33 • AF stands for Auto Focus. • Distance setting information in [Focus] is approximate. If you point the lens up or down, the error increases. • When you are shooting movies, [Multi AF] is recommended as the AF works even with a certain amount of vibration. • When you use Digital Zoom or AF Illuminator, priority AF movement is given to subjects in or near the center of the frame. In this case the , or indicator flashes and the AF range finder frame is not displayed.
For details on the operation 1 page 33 (Metering Mode) Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the exposure. Spot (Spot metering) ( ) Measures only a part of the subject. • This function is useful when the subject is backlit or when there is strong contrast between the subject and the background.
For details on the operation 1 page 33 ISO Selects a luminous sensitivity with units of ISO. The larger the number, the higher the sensitivity. 1000 800 Select a large number when shooting in dark locations or shooting a subject moving at high speed, or select a small number to obtain high image quality. 400 Using the menu 200 100 80 Auto • • • • For details on the ISO sensitivity t page 14 Note that the image tends to become noisier as the ISO sensitivity number increases.
For details on the operation 1 page 33 Mode (REC Mode) Selects whether the camera performs continuous shooting or not when you press the shutter button. Multi Burst ( M ) Records 16 frames in succession as a still image file when you press the shutter button. • This is convenient for checking your form in sports, for example. • You can select the Multi Burst shutter interval in [Interval] mode (page 43). Exp Brktg (BRK) Records a series of three images with the exposure values automatically shifted.
For details on the operation 1 page 33 On the [Burst] • The flash is set to (Flash forced off). • When recording with the self timer, a series of a maximum of five images is recorded. • The recording interval is approximately 0.92 second. • 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 mode (page 29).
For details on the operation 1 page 33 (Flash Level) Adjusts the amount of flash light. + ( +) Toward +: Makes the flash level higher. Normal – ( –) Toward –: Makes the flash level lower. • To change flash mode t step 5 in “Read This First” • You may not be able to set the Flash Level depending on the Scene mode (page 29). (Contrast) Adjusts the contrast of the image. +( ) Toward +: Enhances the contrast. Normal –( ) Toward –: Reduces the contrast. (Sharpness) Adjusts the sharpness of the image.
Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 33 The default settings are marked with . (Folder) Selects the folder containing the image you want to play back when using the camera with “Memory Stick Duo”. OK See the following procedure. Cancel Cancels the selection. Select Folder 102 2/2 Folder Name:102MSDCF No. Of Files: 9 Created: 2006 1 1 1::05:34AM Using the menu 1 Select the desired folder with b/B on the control button. OK Cancel BACK/NEXT 2 Select [OK] with v, then press z.
For details on the operation 1 page 33 - (Protect) Protects images against accidental erasure. Protect (-) See the following procedure. Exit Exits the Protection function. To protect images in single-image mode 1 Display the image you want to protect. 2 Press MENU to display the menu. 3 Select [-] (Protect) with b/B on the control button, then press z. The image is protected and the - (protect) indicator appears on the image.
For details on the operation 1 page 33 To cancel the protection In single-image mode Press z in step 3 or 4 of “To protect images in single-image mode.” In index mode 1 Select the image for which you want to remove protection in step 5 of “To protect images in index mode.” 2 Press z to turn the - indicator gray. 4 Press MENU, select [OK] with B, and then press z. To cancel protection of all images in the folder Select [All In This Folder] in step 4 of “To protect images in index mode,” and press z.
For details on the operation 1 page 33 1 Display the image you want to resize. 2 Press MENU to display the menu. 3 Select [ ] (Resize) with b/B on the control button, then press z. 4 Select the desired size with v/V, then press z. The resized image is recorded in the recording folder as the newest file. • • • • • For details on [Image Size] t step 4 in “Read This First” You cannot change the size of movies or Multi Burst images.
For details on the operation 1 page 33 Example: Cutting a movie numbered 101_0002 This section describes an example of dividing a movie numbered 101_0002 and deleting it in the following file configuration. 101_0003 101_0001 1 3 2 101_0002 1 A B 2 3 101_0002 Divide Using the menu 1 Cutting scene A. 101_0002 is divided into 101_0004 and 101_0005. 2 Cutting scene B. 101_0004 1 3 A 2 B 101_0005 Divide 101_0005 is divided into 101_0006 and 101_0007.
For details on the operation 1 page 33 5 Press z at the desired cutting point. 60min Divide Dividing Point STD 640 10/10 00:00:02 OK Cancel Exit • When you want to adjust the cutting point, select [c/C] (frame rewind/forward) and adjust the cutting point using b/B. • If you want to change the cutting point, select [Cancel]. The movie starts again. 6 Select [OK] with v/V, and press z. 7 Select [OK] with v, then press z. The movie is cut.
Using the Setup screen Using Setup items You can change the default settings using the Setup screen. v/V/b/B button Mode switch z button MENU button Control button 1 Turn on the power. 3 After pressing B on the control button, go to the (Setup) setting, then press B again. Using the Setup screen 2 Press MENU to display the menu. 4 Press v/V/b/B on the control button to select the item you want to set. The frame of the selected item turns yellow. 5 Press z to enter the setting.
Camera 1 1 For details on the operation 1 page 51 The default settings are marked with . AF Mode Selects the auto focus operation mode. Single (S AF) Automatically adjusts the focus when the shutter button is pressed and held halfway down. This mode is useful for shooting stationary subjects. Monitor (M AF) Automatically adjusts the focus before the shutter button is pressed and held halfway down. This mode shortens the time needed for focusing. • Battery consumption is faster than in [Single] mode.
For details on the operation 1 page 51 • When you press the zoom button, the zoom scaling indicator appears as follows. The W side of this line is the optical zoom area, and the T side is the digital zoom area Zoom scaling indicator • The maximum zoom scale of smart zoom/precision zoom includes the scale of the optical zoom. • The AF range finder frame does not appear when using the digital zoom. The , or indicator flashes, and AF operates with priority on subjects located near the center of the frame.
For details on the operation 1 page 51 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 ON indicator appears at this time. Auto Uses the AF illuminator. Off Does not use AF illuminator.
2 Camera 2 For details on the operation 1 page 51 The default settings are marked with . STEADY SHOT Selects the anti-blur mode. Shooting Activates the anti-blur function when pressing the shutter button halfway down. Continuous Always activates the anti-blur function. You can stabilize images even when zooming up a far subject. • Battery consumption is faster than in [Shooting] mode.
Internal Memory Tool For details on the operation 1 page 51 This item does not appear when a “Memory Stick Duo” is inserted in the camera. The default settings are marked with . Format Formats the internal memory. • Note that formatting irrevocably erases all data in the internal memory, including even protected images. OK See the following procedure. Cancel Cancels the formatting. 1 Select [OK] with v on the control button, then press z.
Memory Stick Tool For details on the operation 1 page 51 This item appears only when a “Memory Stick Duo” is inserted in the camera. The default settings are marked with . 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. OK See the following procedure. Cancel Cancels the formatting.
For details on the operation 1 page 51 Change REC. Folder Changes the folder currently used for recording images. OK See the following procedure. Cancel Cancels changing the recording folder. 1 Select [OK] with v on the control button, then press z. The folder selection screen appears. Select REC. Folder 102 2/2 Folder Name:102MSDCF No. Of Files: 0 Created: 2006 1 1 1::05:34AM OK Cancel BACK/NEXT 2 Select the desired folder with b/B, and [OK] with v, then press z.
1 Setup 1 For details on the operation 1 page 51 The default settings are marked with . Download Music Downloads the music to be played for the Slide show. See pages 32, 77 and 79. Format Music If you cannot play back a Music file for the Slide Show, the Music file might be corrupted. If this happens, perform [Format Music]. When [Format Music] is performed, all the Music files are erased. Use the supplied software “Music Transfer” to activate [Download Music]. OK Formats the Music files.
For details on the operation 1 page 51 Initialize Initializes the setting to the default setting. OK See the following procedure. Cancel Cancels the resetting. 1 Select [OK] with v on the control button, then press z. The message “Initialize all settings Ready?” appears. 2 Select [OK] with v, then press z. The settings are reset to the default setting. • Make sure that the power is not disconnected during resetting.
2 Setup 2 For details on the operation 1 page 51 The default settings are marked with . File Number Selects the method used to assign file numbers to images. Series Assigns numbers to files in sequence even if the recording folder or the “Memory Stick Duo” is changed. (When the replaced “Memory Stick Duo” contains a file with a number higher than the last assigned number, a number one higher than the largest number is assigned.) Reset Starts from 0001 each time the folder is changed.
For details on the operation 1 page 51 Video Out Sets the video signal output according to the TV color system of the connected video equipment. Different countries and regions use different TV color systems. If you want to view images on a TV screen, check page 88 for the TV color system of the country or region where the camera is used. NTSC Sets the video output signal to NTSC mode (e.g., for the USA, Japan). PAL Sets the video output signal to PAL mode (e.g., for Europe).
Using your computer Enjoying your Windows computer For details on using a Macintosh computer, refer to “Using your Macintosh computer” (page 78). This section describes the English version of screen contents.
Recommended computer environment The following environment is recommended for a computer connected to the camera. Recommended environment for copying images OS (pre-installed): Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional, Windows Millennium Edition, Windows XP Home Edition or Windows XP Professional • Operation is not assured in an environment based on an upgrade of the operating systems described above or in a multi-boot environment.
Installing the software (supplied) You can install the software (supplied) using the following procedure. • When using Windows 2000/Me, do not connect the camera to the computer before installation. • In Windows 2000/XP, log on as Administrator. • When the supplied software is installed, the USB driver is installed automatically. 1 Turn on your computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive. The installation menu screen appears. 2 Click [Install]. screen to complete the installation.
Copying images to your computer This section describes the process using a Windows computer as an example. You can copy images from the camera to your computer as follows. For a computer with a Memory Stick slot 2 Insert the sufficiently charged battery pack in the camera, or connect the camera to a wall outlet (wall socket) with the AC Adaptor (not supplied). Remove the “Memory Stick Duo” from the camera and insert it in the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor.
3 Set the mode switch to , then turn on the camera and the computer. 2 Set the switch on the cable for multi-use terminal to “CAMERA”. CAMERA TV DISP SEL • With Windows XP, the AutoPlay wizard appears on the desktop. “USB Mode Mass Storage” appears on the screen of the camera. Stage 2: Connecting the camera and your computer 1 Connect the camera to your computer.
1 After making a USB connection in Stage 2, click [Copy pictures to a folder on my computer using Microsoft Scanner and Camera Wizard] t [OK] as the wizard screen appears automatically on the desktop. 4 Select a name and destination for the images, then click [Next]. 1 2 1 Image copying starts. When the copying is completed, the “Other Options” screen appears. 2 The “Scanner and Camera Wizard” screen appears. 2 Click [Next]. The images saved on the “Memory Stick Duo” of the camera appear.
6 Click [Finish]. The wizard screen closes. • To continue copying other images, disconnect the cable for multi-use terminal (page 70). Then follow the procedure explained in “Stage 2: Connecting the camera and your computer” on page 67. 2 Double-click the folder where the image files you want to copy are stored. Then, right-click an image file to display the menu and click [Copy].
• When an image with the same file name exists in the copy destination folder, the overwrite confirmation message appears. When you overwrite an existing image with a new one, the original file data is deleted. To copy an image file to the computer without overwriting, change the file name to a different name and then copy the image file. However, note that if you change the file name (page 72), you may not be able to play back that image with your camera. 2 Double-click the desired image file.
Image file storage destinations and file names The image files recorded with your camera are grouped as folders on the “Memory Stick Duo”. Example: viewing folders on Windows XP B Using your computer A • Image files are named as follows. 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. – Still image files: DSC0ssss.JPG – Movie files: MOV0ssss.
Viewing image files stored on a computer with your camera (using a “Memory Stick Duo”) This section describes the process using a Windows computer as an example. When an image file copied to a computer no longer remains on a “Memory Stick Duo”, you can view that image again on the camera by copying the image file on the computer to a “Memory Stick Duo”. • Step 1 is not necessary if the file name set with your camera has not been changed.
Using the “Cyber-shot Viewer” (supplied) You can use still images and movies from the camera more than ever by taking advantage of the software. This section summarizes the “Cyber-shot Viewer” and gives the basic instructions. Basic instructions Follow these steps to import and view images from the camera. Importing images “Cyber-shot Viewer” overview With the “Cyber-shot Viewer” you can: • Import images shot with the camera and display them on the computer.
3 Import the images. To start importing images, click the [Import] button. 2 Viewing images in “Viewed folders” arranged by shooting date on a calendar 1Click the [Calendar] tab. Years when images were shot are listed. By default, images are imported into a folder created in “My Pictures” that is named with the date of importing. • For instructions on changing the “Folder to be imported”, refer to page 76.
Hour display screen 4 Displaying images in full-screen mode To display a slide show of current images in full-screen mode, click the button. • To list images from a particular year or month, click that period on the left of the screen. 3 Displaying individual images • To play or pause the slide show, click the button on the lower left of the screen. • To stop the slide show, click the button on the lower left of the screen.
Other functions Preparing images stored on the computer for viewing To view images, register the folder that contains the images as one of the “Viewed folders”. From the [File] menu, choose [Register Viewed Folders...] to display the settings screen for “Viewed folders” registration. 1 Changing the “Folder to be imported” To change the “Folder to be imported”, access the “Import Settings” screen. To display the “Import Settings” screen, choose [Image Import Settings...] from the [File] menu.
Using the “Music Transfer” (supplied) You can change the Music files that are preset at the factory with desired Music files using “Music Transfer” in the CDROM (supplied). Also, you can delete or add these files whenever you want.
Using your Macintosh computer You can copy images to your Macintosh computer. • “Cyber-shot Viewer” is not compatible with Macintosh computers. Recommended computer environment The following environment is recommended for a computer connected to the camera. Recommended environment for copying images OS (pre-installed): Mac OS 9.1, 9.2, or Mac OS X (v10.0 or later) USB jack: Provided as standard Recommended environment for using “Music Transfer” OS (pre-installed): Mac OS X (v10.
4 View images on the computer. Double-click the hard disk icon t the desired image file in the folder containing the copied files to open that image file. 1 Turn on your Macintosh computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive. 2 Double-click (CYBERSHOTSOFT). 3 Double-click the [MusicTransfer.pkg] file in [MAC] folder. The installation of the software starts.
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 98). Printing directly using a PictBridge compliant printer (page 81) 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 your camera by connecting the camera directly to a PictBridge compliant printer. • “PictBridge” is based on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) Stage 1: Preparing the camera Prepare the camera to connect it to the printer with the cable for multi-use terminal.
Stage 2: Connecting the camera to the printer 1 Connect the camera to the 3 Turn on your camera and the printer. After the connection is made, the indicator appears. printer. 60min 2M Print All In This Folder DPOF image Select This image Cancel 2 To the multi connector The camera is set to playback mode, then an image and the print menu appear on the screen.
[This image] Prints a displayed image. • If you select [This image] and set [Index] to [On] in step 2, you can print a set of the same images as an index image. 2 Select print settings with v/V/b/B. 60min 2M 3 Select [OK] with V/B, then press z. The image is printed. • Do not disconnect the cable for multi-use terminal while the (PictBridge Connecting) indicator appears on the screen.
[Select] Selects images and prints all the selected images. Select the image you want to print with v/ V/b/B, then press z to display the mark. (Repeat this procedure to select other images.) Then, press MENU. [DPOF image] Prints all the images with a (Print order) mark regardless of the displayed image. [All In This Folder] Prints all the images in the folder. 5 Perform steps 2 and 3 of “Stage 3: Printing” (page 82).
Printing at a shop You can take a “Memory Stick Duo” containing images shot with your camera to a photo printing service shop. As long as the shop supports photo printing services conforming to the DPOF, you can make a (Print order) mark on images in advance so that you do not need to reselect them when you print them out at the shop. • You cannot print images stored in the internal memory at a print shop directly from the camera.
Marking in index mode 1 Display the index screen (t step 6 in “Read This First”). 2 Press MENU to display the menu. 3 Select DPOF with b/B, then press z. 4 Select [Select] with v/V, then press z. • You cannot add a Folder]. mark in [All In This 5 Select the image you want to mark with v/V/b/B, then press z. A green mark appears on the selected image. Green mark SELECT MENU TO NEXT 6 Repeat step 5 to mark other images. 7 Press MENU. 8 Select [OK] with B, then press z. The 86 mark turns white.
Connecting your camera to your TV Viewing images on a TV screen You can view images on a TV screen by connecting the camera to a TV. Turn off both your camera and the TV before connecting the camera and the TV. 1 Connect the camera to the TV. 3 Turn on the TV and set the TV/ video input switch to “video.” • For details, see the operating instructions supplied with the TV. 4 Set the mode switch to , and turn on the camera.
On TV color systems If you want to view images on a TV screen, you need a TV with a video input jack and the cable for multi-use terminal. The color system of the TV must match that of your digital still camera. Check the following lists for the TV color system of the country or region where the camera is used. NTSC system Bahama Islands, Bolivia, Canada, Central America, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Jamaica, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Peru, Surinam, Taiwan, the Philippines, the U.S.A., Venezuela, etc.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with your camera, try the following solutions. 1 Check the items on pages 90 to 100. If a code such as “C/E:ss:ss” appears on the screen, see page 101. 2 Remove the battery pack, and insert the battery pack again after about one minute, and turn on the power. 3 Initialize the settings (page 60). 4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Battery pack and power The battery pack cannot be installed. • As you insert the battery pack, use the tip of the battery pack to push the battery eject lever toward the bottom of the camera (t step 1 in “Read This First”). • Install the battery pack correctly (t step 1 in “Read This First”). The battery remaining indicator is incorrect, or sufficient battery remaining indicator is displayed but the power runs out too quickly.
Shooting still images/movies Your camera cannot record images. • Check the free capacity of the internal memory or “Memory Stick Duo” (pages 24, 25). If it is full, do one of the following: – Delete unnecessary images (t step 6 in “Read This First”). – Change the “Memory Stick Duo”. • You are using the “Memory Stick Duo” with the write-protect switch, and the switch is set to the LOCK position. Set the switch to the recording position (page 104). • You cannot record images while charging the flash.
Smart zoom does not function. • Set [Digital Zoom] to [Smart] (page 52). • This function cannot be used when: – The image size is set to [7M] or [3:2]. – Shooting in Multi Burst mode. – Shooting movies. The flash does not work. • The flash is set to (Flash forced off) (t step 5 in “Read This First”). • You cannot use the flash when: – [Mode] (REC Mode) is set to [Burst], [Exp Brktg] or [Multi Burst] (page 42).
The image is too bright. • You are shooting a spotlighted subject in a dark location such as on a stage. Adjust the exposure (page 37). • The brightness of the screen is too bright. Adjust the brightness of the LCD backlight (page 23). The image colors are not correct. • Set [COLOR] (Color Mode) to [Normal] (page 36). Vertical streaks appear when you are shooting a very bright subject. • The smear phenomenon is occurring. This phenomenon is not a malfunction.
The date and time are not displayed. • (Screen display switch) button is turned off (page 23). The image appears rough right after playback starts. • The image may appear rough right after playback starts due to image processing. This is not a malfunction. The image does not appear on the screen when a USB connection is made. • The switch on the cable for multi-use terminal is set to “TV”. Disconnect the cable for multi- use terminal or set the switch to “CAMERA” (page 67).
Computers You do not know if the OS of your computer is compatible with the camera. • Check “Recommended computer environment” on page 64 for Windows, and page 78 for Macintosh. Nothing appears on the camera screen when a USB connection is made. • The switch on the cable for multi-use terminal is set to “TV”. Set to “CAMERA” (page 67). Your computer does not recognize your camera. • Turn on the camera (t step 2 in “Read This First”).
You cannot copy images. • Connect the camera and your computer correctly making a USB connection (page 67). • Follow the designated copy procedure for your OS (pages 67, 78). • When you shoot images with a “Memory Stick Duo” formatted by a computer, you may not be able to copy the images to a computer. Shoot using a “Memory Stick Duo” formatted by your camera (page 57). After making a USB connection, “Cyber-shot Viewer” does not start automatically. • Start “Media Check Tool” (page 73).
You want to change the “Folder to be imported”. • Access the “Import Settings” screen to change “Folder to be imported”. You can specify a different folder after using “Cyber-shot Viewer” to register it in “Viewed folders” (page 76). All imported images are displayed on the calendar with the date January 1. • The date has not been set on the camera. Set the date on the camera (t step 2 in “Read This First”). “Memory Stick Duo” Cannot insert a “Memory Stick Duo”.
Cannot record images using the internal memory. • There is a “Memory Stick Duo” inserted in the camera. Remove it (t step 4 in “Read This First”). The free capacity of the internal memory does not increase even when you copy the data stored in the internal memory to a “Memory Stick Duo”. • The data is not deleted after copying. Execute the [Format] command (page 56) to format the internal memory after copying the data. Cannot copy the data stored in the internal memory to a “Memory Stick Duo”.
Cannot print images. • Check that the camera and the printer are properly connected using the cable for multi-use terminal. • 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 cable for multi-use terminal again.
Others Your camera does not work. • Use the type of battery pack you can use with this camera (page 106). • The battery level is low (The E indicator appears). Charge the battery pack (t step 1 in “Read This First”). The power is on, but the camera does not work. • The built-in microcomputer is not working properly. Remove the battery pack, and then, after one minute, insert the battery pack and turn on the camera. Cannot identify an indicator on the screen. • See page 19. The lens gets fogged.
Warning indicators and messages Self-diagnosis display If a code starting with a letter of the alphabet appears, your camera has a selfdiagnosis display. The last two digits (indicated by ss) will differ depending on the state of the camera. If you are unable to solve the problem even after trying the following corrective actions a few times, your camera may need repair. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Messages If the following messages appear, follow the instructions.
Memory Stick locked Cannot record • You are using the “Memory Stick Duo” • The camera cannot record images in the with the write-protect switch, and the switch is set to the LOCK position. Set the switch to the recording position (page 104). selected folder. Select a different folder (page 58). No memory space in internal memory No memory space in Memory Stick • Delete unnecessary images or files (t step 6 in “Read This First”).
Enable printer to connect • [USB Connect] is set to [PictBridge], however the camera is connected to a non-PictBridge compliant device. Check the device. • The connection is not established. Disconnect and connect the cable for multi-use terminal again. If an error message is indicated on the printer, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the printer. Connect to PictBridge device Processing • The printer is canceling the current print job. You cannot print until it is finished.
Others On the “Memory Stick” A “Memory Stick” is a compact, portable IC recording medium. The types of “Memory Stick” that can be used with this camera are listed in the table below. However, proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all “Memory Stick” functions.
• Do not use or store the “Memory Stick Duo” under the following conditions: – High temperature locations such as the hot interior of a car parked in direct sunlight – Locations exposed to direct sunlight – Humid locations or locations with corrosive substances present 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.
On the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack This camera requires an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (R type). What is an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack? An “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that has functions for exchanging information related to operating conditions with your camera. The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack calculates the power consumption according to the operating conditions of your camera, and displays the remaining battery time in minutes.
On the battery charger x On the battery charger • Do not charge any other battery pack except Sony “InfoLITHIUM” battery packs in the battery charger supplied with your camera. 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. • Remove the charged battery pack from the battery charger. If you leave the charged battery pack in the charger, battery life may be shortened.
Precautions x Do not use/store the camera in the following places • In an extremely hot, dry or humid place In places such as in a car parked in the sun, the camera body may become deformed and this may cause a malfunction. • Under direct sunlight or near a heater The camera body may become discolored or deformed, and this may cause a malfunction. • In a location subject to rocking vibration • Near strong magnetic place • In sandy or dusty places Be careful not to let sand or dust get into the camera.
x On the internal rechargeable battery This camera has an internal rechargeable battery for maintaining the date and time and other settings regardless of whether the power is on or off. This rechargeable battery is continually charged as long as you are using the camera. However, if you use the camera for only short periods, it discharges gradually, and if you do not use the camera at all for about one month it becomes completely discharged.
Specifications Camera [Power, general] Power [System] Image device 7.20 mm (1/2.5 type) color CCD, Primary color filter Total pixel number of camera Approx. 7 410 000 pixels Effective pixel number of camera Approx. 7 201 000 pixels Lens Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar 3× zoom lens f = 6.33 – 19.0 mm (38 – 114 mm when converted to a 35 mm still camera) F3.5 – 4.
BC-CS3 battery charger Power requirements AC 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 3.2 W Output voltage DC 4.2 V, 500 mA Operating temperature 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F) Storage temperature –20 to +60°C (–4 to +140°F) Dimensions Approx. 66×23×91 mm (2 5/8×29/32×3 5/8 inches) (W/H/D) Mass Approx. 70 g (2.7 oz) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FR1 Used battery Lithium-ion battery Maximum voltage DC 4.2 V Nominal voltage DC 3.6 V Capacity 4.4 Wh (1 220 mAh) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Index Index A AC Adaptor...........................18 t step 1 in “Read This First” Accessories supplied t in “Read This First” Adjusting EV ........................37 AE/AF lock indicator ...........39 t step 5 in “Read This First” AF Illuminator ......................54 AF lock .................................39 AF Mode...............................52 AF range finder frame ..........38 AF range finder frame indicator.........................38 Aperture................................
Flash Level............................44 Internal memory ................... 25 Menu.....................................33 Flash mode Internal Memory Tool .......... 56 Items ..............................34 Internal rechargeable battery ......................... 109 Shooting ........................36 Fluorescent............................40 Interval ................................. 43 Metering Mode .....................40 Focus...............................13, 38 ISO .....................
Precautions .........................108 Sepia..................................... 36 Spot metering cross hairs ..... 40 Precision digital zoom ..........52 Set the clock t step 2 in “Read This First” Standard................................ 41 Setup ........................ 44, 50, 51 T Pressing halfway down.........13 t step 5 in “Read This First” Print ......................................80 Camera 1....................... 52 Index mode....................81 Camera 2.......................
White balance .......................40 Windows computer ...............63 Recommended environment ...................64 Wrist strap t in “Read This First” Write-protect switch ...........
Trademarks • is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • “Memory Stick”, • • • • • 116 , “Memory Stick PRO”, , “Memory Stick Duo”, , “Memory Stick PRO , “MagicGate”, are trademarks of Sony Duo”, and Corporation. “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. Microsoft, Windows and DirectX are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/ or other countries.
