To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. CAUTIONŢO R_DUCErl_ RISKOr FI _CTRICSHOCK¸ This symbol alert lhe user to the presence is intended of uninsulaled voltage Manger(ms '' wilhin the producfs enclosure thal may be of sullicient constitute magnitude 1o a risk of electric shock to to persons.
IMPORTANTSAFEGUARDS For your protection, please read these safety instructions completely before operating the appliance, and keep this manttal for l_ture reference. Carefully observe all warnings, precautions and instructions on the appliance, or the one described in the operating instructions and adhere to them. Cleaning Unl)lug tile set lrom tile wall outlet belorc clemling or polishing it. Do not use liquid cleancrs or aerosol cleaners.
Lightning SafetyCheck For added protection l_r this set during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused lot Upon hmg sali:ty periods outlet of time, unplug This and disconnect will prevent lighming it l?om the antenna danlage the wall or cable systenL to the set due to and power-line surges.
Readthis first CAUTION Replace the battery with the specified type only. Otherwise, fire or injury may result. RECYCLINGLITHIUM-IONBATTERIES Lithiunl-lon hatteries are recyclahle. _rOU can hel l) preserve ollr ellvirolnllellt by returning your used rechargeable baueries 1o the colleclion and recycling location nearest you. For more inlbrmation rechargeable baucries, 1-800-822-8837, rcgarding call toll recycling of h'ce or visil hup://www.rbrc.
Note: Disposalof Old Electrical & Electronic This equipnlcnt has been tested and lbund to comply with tile lilnils Ior a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. The_ limits arc designed to provide reasonable protection against harmfill interli:rcnce in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and call radiate radio lrcqumlcy energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmfifl interf:rence to radio conlnlunications+ However.
Noteson usingyourcamera cooL dry place. Tiffs is to nlaintain tile battel T pack filnctkms (page 99). Types of "Memory Stick" that can be used (not supplied) The IC recording medkun used b_ this camera is a "Memory Stick Duo". There two types of "Memory Stick". • For details on the usable page 99. baltc W pack, see are "Memory Stick Duo": youcan use a "Memory Stick Duo" with your camera. "Memory Stick": youcannotuse a "Memory Stick" with your camera.
• Using nlay tile camera in sandy cause lnalluncliolls. • If [noislurc condensation before using the camera • Do nol shake malfunctions or shike or dusty occurs, (page this nmy render lhe recording or cause image dala • Clean the flash renlove surNce belore In addition to record unusable, damage use. to images, mediuln breakdown, il 101 ). the camera.
Forfull useof the digital still camera Prepare the camera and shoot images easily Get more friendly with your camera • Shoot with your lavorile sellings (Program aulo shooting/ Manual shooting) -.+ page 29 • Change Ihe delaull settings --+ page 48 .
Table ov contents Read this first ............................................................................................ 5 Notes on using your camera ..................................................................... 7 Basic techniques for better images ......................................................... 13 Focus Focusing on a subject successfully ................................................... 13 Exposure Adjusting the light intensity .................................................
Viewing menu .......................................................................................... F-I (Folder) 41 (Prolecl) DPOF r_ (Print) (Slide) (Resize) D=_= (Rotale) '_ (Divide) (Setup) Trimming Using Setup items .............................................................................. 48 a Camera ..............................................................................................
Enjoying your Windows Installing the software Copying images to your computer ........................................................... 58 ............................................................ 60 .......................................................... 61 Viewing image files stored on a computer with your camera (using a "Memory Stick Duo") ...............................................................................
_j_ng _e camera Basictechniquesfor better images This section describes the basics so you can et_joyyour camera. It tells you how to use various camera f/inctions such as the mode dial (page 29), the menus (page 32), and so OIL Press btltton straighl the shutler Itl]ly dowll away. Press the shutter AE/AF lock indicator Then button down. hallway Flashing _ lit/beeps shutter butt(ill lully down.
Adjustingthe light intensity e various images by a@lsting the exposure and the ISO sensitivity. Expusure is ght thal the camera will receive when you release the shutter. Shutter speed = Length of time Ihe cmnera receives light Aperture = Size of the opening allowing light to pass through Exposure: -- ISO = Recording sensitivity Overexposure = too much light Whitish imaRe The exposure is automatically set to the proper value in the auto adjustment mode.
Hints for adjusting the exposure (EV) When shooting a whitish overall image such as a backlit sut_ject or a snowy scene The camera judges that the subject is bright so that the exposure is darker. Adjust in the + direction The camera judges that the subject is dark so that the exposure is brighter. Adjust in the direction When shooting a darker overall image You can check the exposure referring to the histogram chart.
Ontheeffectseflighting sut_jecl is a[]ecledhy the lightingconditions. Example: Thecolorofan imageaffectedbylightsources Daylight Whilu (£1andal-d) Cloudy Bluish Fluorescent Incandescent B luu-lill_ud Reddish The color tones arc' a@lsted automatically in the auto nc!justment mode. However, you can a@lst color tones manually with IWhite Ball (p:Jge 37). OgaHt;;: on "image quality" and "image size" is made m2 of a collection ol small dols called pixels.
Selecting the image size for use (-+ step 4 in "Read This First'] Pixel Many pixels (Fine J inlage quality large file size) and Few pixels Example: (Rough Example: I image quality but small file size) The defaull setlings are marked 8M (3264x2448) 3M (2048x 1536) 2M (1632x 1224) Up to A3/I ii 3:2 I) (3264x2176) x 1944) Match Iv Smaller 2) Both are recorded edges 3) By using a MenloiT Stick may An attached to be seni by e- 3:2 aspect 13× 18cm/5xT'print I0× 15cnl/4x6"print r
ICentityingparts See the pages in parentheses operation. %r details of ].
[] [_ (Playback) button (_step 6 in [] "Read Tkis Fitter") [] DC IN jack cover [] DC IN jack When using an AC-LS5K AC Adaptor (not supplied) For details, relcr to the operalion manttal supplied with the AC adaptor. Tripod receptacle (bottom) • Use a tripod with a screw length of less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). You will be unable to firmly secure the camera 1o tripods having screws longer than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch), and nlay danlage the calnera. • ARm use.
indicators on the screen See the pages operation. in parentheses %r details of When shootingstill images @ p ;ififli hi:i_fi;....................................................... Camera mode (----_ stop 5 hz "Read This First") f, ,_sL® Flash mode (_ step 5 in "Read This First") I_llL_vG_FINE,_ Flash charging _ @ _ _m0" 4001 w I:_1:I:_1 T Zoom scaling (_ 49, st_7_ 5 irl "Read This First") xl.
[] Ind_ DisN " " AF range finder frame (35) hnage size 1_ step 4 itz "Read Thi,s First") D'3'v_A 1L_,..9 lY_ • 1_7M is displayed only when the Multi Burst is activated. FINE STD hnage quality Recording [] (38) folder (53) • This does not appear wllen using inlernal memoly.
When playing backstill images [] Displ Battery remaining (_ sfep 1 i_ "Read Tiff,* Fir, st") [_ _ Recording mode (29, 38) _M _a..2 _ssM hnage size (_ _aa_aE"_2M _ "Read This Fir,_t") snl_ 4 itz _VV GArI _.. 9_, [_ Whenplayingbackmovies Playback irl "Read Protect mode (--+ st,7_ 6 This First") (42) Print order (DPOF) mark (78) • This does not appear when using internal memory. O_x1.
[] [] Indication................................................................... fits, PictBridge connecting (76) Hislogram Recording ff_lder(53) • This does not appear when using inlernal mmnory. • [] appears when histogranl display is disabled. Playback ff_lder (41) • This does nol appear when using inlernal mmnory.
Changingthe screendisplay Each time you press the [E3I (Screen display switch) button, the display changes as lollows. • By pressing longer, inlormalion • The llistogram simafions: Histogram on While Indicators off does not appear file menu is displayed. When recording movies tile menu In index is displayed.
Numberof still imagesand recordingtime of movies The tables show the approximate immber of still images and the length of time for movies thal can be recorded on a "Memory Stick Duo" formatted with this camera. The values may vary depending on the shooting conditi(ms. For image size and image quality, see step 4 in "Read This First" and page 16. The number of still images (The image quality is [Fine] on the upper line and [Standard] on the lower 8M 3:2 5M 3M 2M VGA 16:9 line.
The recordingtime of movies (Units: 640(Fine) hour: minute : second) 00:02:50 00:06:00 00:12:20 00:25:10 640(Standard) 00:01:20 00:02:50 00:05:50 00:10:40 00:21:40 00:44:20 01:31:00 160 00:22:40 00:45:30 01:31:30 02:51:20 05:47:00 11:44:20 24:18:20 • Movies with the size set 1o[640(Fine)l can only be rccorded on a "MemoJ3'Stick PRODuo", • When images recorded using earlier Sony models arc played back on lhis camera, lhe display may dil]cr flonl the actual linage size,
Whenyoudo not havea "Memory Stick Duo" (Recordingwith the internal memory) The camera has 64 MB of internal memary. This memory is not removable. Even when there is no "Memory Stick Duo" inserted in the camera, you can record images using this internal memary. • Movies with tile image size ,a_tto [640(Fine)] cannot be rccorded using the internal mmnory. When a "Memory Stick Duo" is inserted [Recording]: Diio '.
Battery life and numberof imagestllat can De recorded/viewed The tables show the approximate number of images that can be recorded/viewed and the battery lili: when you shoot images in [Nonnal] mode with the battery pack (supplied) at IMI capacity and at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77 'F). The tmmbers of images that can be recorded or viewed take into account changing the "Memory Stick Duo" as necessary. Note that the actual numbers may be less than those indicated depending on the conditions of use.
Usingthe modedial Set the mode dial to the desired luuctiun. Mode dial ¢b H: Shooting movies ¢b st_7_5 in "Read This First' Control button Still image shootingmodes Auto Adjustment mode Alluws easy shueting with tile settings ac[justed autumalically. _ step ,5 in "Read Tiffs FM_t" P: Program Auto mode Allows you to shout with tbe exposure mljusted mltomntically (both the slmtter speed and the aperture value). Also you can select various settings using the nlenu.
SceneSelection For dehdls _ _t(: t) .5 i, "Read For shooting an image functions is determined This First" appropriately according by the camera. to the scene condition, (V: ..) a combination you can select of the desired _ "¢ oo 1_, 3 V' SSL _/ _/ Aulo/{WB _/ _'_ v $ /'(_ v ,/ v _/ ,/ _ /'_ V _ V V v' [] setting) V 0o Toadjustthe exposuremanually @ Press O on the control The "Set ' indicator button _bcn nlan/lal exposure setup @ the mode dim is set to M.
• When picture using noise • ff you select When certain shutter and "NR" slow lhe shutler slmtter speed speeds*, the NR slow shutter fimction activates automatically to reduce the appears, speeds, is equal time to process 1o one second it takes or slower, the data.
m_flU US'i_g t_ Usingmenuitems A/V/
Menu items For detai/s on the operation _ page 32 Menuforshooting(page34) The menu items :n ailable vary, depending are displayed on the screen. on the mode dial position. Only the available (_/: Mode dial position: _m P/M Scene items available) _:_ COLOR (Color Mode) ,/ _L_ (Focus) "4' _/ _/ _/ V '/ WB (White Bal) _/ _/ _/ iso V V _{i.
snootingmenu For details o, the operation _page The delhttlt settings are tnarked with _. You can change the brightness of the itnage, accompanied by efli:cts. B&W ([3 & W) Sets the image to monochromatic color Sepia (SEPIA) Sets the image to sepia color Natural (NATURAL) Sets the image to quiet color Vivid (VIVID) Sets the image to bright and deep color Normal • You can select only [B&W] and [Sepia] when shooting movies. • When [Muhi Bursl] is selected, lhe color mode is set 1o [Normal].
Fordetailson the operation_ page 32 You can change the h_cus method. Use the menu when it is difficult to get the proper fl_cus in auto fOCUS nlode. oo (unlimited distance) Focuses on the subject using a previously subject. (Focus preset) 7.0m set distance to Ihe • When shooting a subject through a net or through window glass, il is difficult to get tile proper locus ill aUlWI_CUSn/ode. Ill these cg_ses,use of [Focus] is convenienl. 3.0m 1.0m 0.5m Center AF Focuses automatically on a sub.
Fordetailson the operation_ page 32 "_" If the subject is out of locus When sboodng with tile suiliecl at llle edge of tile tiame (or tile screen), or whcn using [Center AF], llle camm'a may nol locus on a subject al tile edge of lhe tiame. In such ca_s, do as Jollows. (!) Recompose tile shot so that file subject is centered in the AF range finder, and press the shutter button halfx_ay down to lk_cuson the sut_ject (AP lock).
For detai/s on the operation _ Adjusls the color tones accoMing to lhe lighling the colors of an image look strange. Flash(_WB) condition in a situation, page 32 hw example, when A_liusts for the flash conditions. • You cannot sdect this item when shooting movies. Incandescent (@,_) A({iusts for places where the lighting conditions change quickly such as at a party halh or under bright lighting such as at photography studios. Fluorescent(;_) A(liusts for fluorescent Cloudy(,,,,,'&) A+.
Fordetailson the operation_ page 32 Selects & the still image qttality. Fine (FINE)(STD) Standard Records Records with standard high qualily (low (high compression). with qualily compression). • For delails on lhe image qualily ----+page 16 Selects whether Ihe camera MultiBurst(1_) performs continuous shooting or not when you press the shutter Records 16 frames in succession you press the shutter button. butlon.
Fordetailson the operation_ page 32 Onthe[Burst] • The flash is set to _ (Flash lbrced off). • When lvcording with • When the mode dial is set to M, the shutter • When the battery level the self timer, is low, a series or when of a maxinmn_ speed of live images cannot file internal is recorded, be set to one second memory or 'Mcmoly or slower. Slick Duo" is fldl. file Burst stops.
Fordetailson the operation_ page 32 Selects the flame interval in the [Multi Burst] mode (page 38). 1/7.5(1/7.5") 1/15(1/15") • Select [Multi Burst[ with [Model first, set the desired setting for [lnlerval]. When you sdect a fimcfion other than [Multi Bursl], this fimction is unavailable. 1/30(1/30") At!justs the amount of flash light. + (,_+) Toward +: Makes the flash level higher. Normal - (}-) Toward : Makes the flash level lower.
Viewingmenu For details on the operation _ page 32 The det'ault sellings are marked with _. Selecls the lk_lder containing "Metnory Stick Due". Ihe image OK Cancel (!) you v_.'ant to play back when using Ilae camera v_:ith See the following Cancels Ihe selection. l_rocedure. Select Ihe desired lk)lder with "411/I _ on Ihe conlro] button. Select Folder Folder 4 Name:lO2MSDOF [3102 Crated: _N° Of Fil_: 2J;_ 9 (_) Select [OK] wilh &, then press 0.
Fordetailson the operation_ page 32 Protects images against accidental erasure. Protect Exit See Ihe Exils Ihefollowing Protectionprocedure. ltlnclion. (0-_) Toprotectimagesin single-imagemode (_) Display the image you _ant to protect. (_) Press MENU to disphLvtile menu. (_) Select [0-.._](Protect) with 41/1_on Ihe control button, then press 0. The image is protected and the _ (protect) indicator appears oil the image. (_) To protect other images, select the desired image with _1/1_,then press 0.
For detai/s on the operation _ page 32 To cancel the protection In single-image mode Press • in step (_) or (_) of"To protect images in single-image mode." In index mode (!) Select Ihe image for which you want to remove protection in step (_) of "To protect images ill index mode." @ Press • to turn the o._ indicator gray. @ Repeat tile operation above lk_rall images to be unprotected. @ Press MENU, select [OK] with _, and then press •.
Fordetailson the operation_ page 32 Repeat On Plays back images in a continuous loop. Off After all the images haxe been played back, the slide show ends. Image Folder Plays back all images ill Ihe selected foklcr. A Plays back all images stored on Ihe "Memory Slick Duo". Start Cancel See Ihe following Cancels Ihe slide show. l)rocedure. (_) Selecl [lnlerval], [Repeat] and [hnage] with A/Y/'qI/I_on the conlrol bullon. (_) Selecl [Starl] with V/I_, then press @. The slide show slarts.
For detai/s on the operation _ page 32 • For delails on [Image Sile] _ stu_ 4 itl "Read 771is Firat" • You cannot cllange the size of movies or Multi Bursl images. • When you change fiom a small size 1o a lmge size, the image qualily deleriorales. • You cannot rcsize tile inmge size to [3:21 or [16:91. • When you resize a [3:21 or [I 6:91 image, lhe upper and lower black porlions will be displayed on the image. Rotates a still image. C % Rotates an image. See the lk)llowing procedure.
Fordetailson the operation_ page 32 Example:Cuttinga movienumbered 101 0002 This section describes :m example the following file conliguralion. 101 0001 of divMing 101 a movie numbered 0003 2 101 0002 101 0002 Cutting scene A. A Divide 10l (1(1(}2is divided int_ 101 0004 and 10l ()tl(}5, Cutting scene B. 101 0004 101 0005 Divide 101 (}(}(}5is divided intv_ 101 0006 and 101 0(}(}7. Deleting scenes 101 A and B if they are unnecessary. 0004 101 101 0006 Dck.
For details on the operation _ (_ Press • al Ihe desired cutting page 32 poinl. • When you want to adjust the cutting point, select [_1tl/111_] (lrame rewind/lk_rward) and adjust tile cutting point using 4/11_ • II you want to change tile cutting point, select [Cancel]. Tile playback ol the movie starts again. a (_) Select [OK] wilh ,k/T, and press O. (Z) Selecl [OKIwilh A, then press 0. The movie is cut.
Using tl_e 8et_f; ss"ree_ UsingSetupitems You calt change Ilae default settings usiug the Setup screen. A Mode dial Q MENU button • button Control button Turn on the camera. 2 Press 3 MENU to display the menu. After pressing I_ on the control button, go to the _ (Setup) setting, then press I_ again. 4 Press The hame 5 _hJV/41/l_on the control button to select the item you want to set. ot tim selected ilem turns yellow.
a Camera The defaull Selects Fordetai/sonthe operation(_ page48 sellings are marked wflh _. the auto locus operation mode. Single (S AF) Autonmtically adjusts the focus when the shutter button is pressed and held hall\ray down. This mode is uselid for shooting stationary subjects. Monitor(MAF) Automatically a_liusts the focus bel_re the shutter button is pressed and held hall\ray down. This mode shortens the time needed for focusing.
Fordetailson the operation_ page 48 • If you slide tile zoonl lever, tile zoonl scale is displayed. The W side of this line is Ihe optical zoom area. and Ihe T side is Ihe digital zoom area + w_v ×2.5 l Zoom scaling indicalor The nlaxilllUnl zoonl scale of Slllar[ zoonl/precision ZOOlll illchldes the scale of lhe optical ZOOIII. • The AF range finder hanle does not appeal when using the digital zoom. The _ or IlU indicator flashes.
Fordetai/sonthe operation_ page48 The AF illmninator The AF illmninalor is pressed supplies emits hallway, fill red until the light lighl focus Does • It the AF illuminator not be achieved. (zoonl: is achieved does not reach The not easily on a subject to focus in dark easily It_oN indicator use when appears surroundings. the shutter at this bulton time. AF illuminalor. the subject ot up to approximately sufl]cienfly or the subject 3.
Internal Memory Tool This item does not appear when tt "Memory The dehmlt setlings are marked with _. For details o, the operatio, _ Slick Duo" is inserted page 48 in the camera. Formats the internal memory. • Note lhal lbrmaning irrcvocably erases all dala inthe internal mmnory,including even protected images. _OK Cancel ] See Ihe following procedure. Cancels Ihe formalting. (_) Select [OK] with • on the control button, then press O.
MemoryStick Tool Tiffs item appears only u,rhen a "Memory The defaull settings are marked with _. Stick For dota, o.thoo ora,o,p go 4s Duo" Formats the "Memory Stick Duo". A commercially formatted, attd can be used immediately. • Note that tbrmauing images. is inserted available in the camera. "Memory Stick Duo" is already irrevocably erases all data on a "Memory Slick Duo", including even protected OK Cancel See the following procedure. Cancels Ihe formatting.
Fordetailson the operation_ page 48 Changes the folder currently used lk)r recording OK Cancel (!) See Ibe following Cancels changing Selecl [OK] with • on tile control bullon, The fokler seleclion screen appears. Select REC. Foldar images. procedure. the recording folder. then press O. Folder Name:I_2I_SDOF No.of Flies: o Created: @ Selecl the desired fokler wilb ,1_, • You cannol selecl the "100MSDCF" and [OK] wilb •, Ihen press O. Iolder as a recording lolder.
Setup1 1 The delhult Selects settings Fordetai/sonthe operation_ page48 are marked the brightness with _. of the LCD backlight NormalBright • when using the camera with battery pack. Brightens. You can also change file setting with IOI (Screen display swdch/button 'Read 77tis b'ir,_t"), pressed longer (----+sty'1) 5 in • Selecting [Brighl] u_s up the batlery pack charge hlster. Selects the sound produced when you operate the camera.
2 setup z The default setlings are marked Fordetai/son the operation_page 48 with _. Selects the method used to assign file numbers to images. & Series Assigns numbers to files in sequence even if the recording lk_lderor the "Memory Stick Duo" is changed. (When tile 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 0/)01 each time the folder is changed.
Fordetailsonthe operation_ page48 Sets the video signal output according to the TV color system of the commcted vide() equipment. Difli:rent countries and regions use difli:rent TV color systems. If you want to view images on a TV screen, check page 81 lk)r the TV color system of the cotmtry or region where the camera is used. NTSC Sets tile 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). Sets the date and time.
_ ,, usingyo_rr;omp_¢er EnjoyingyourWindowscomputer For details on using a Macintosh computer, refer to "Using your Macintosh computer" (page 72). This section describes the English version screen contents.
The follovcing environment is recommended lk)r a computer connected to the camera. Recommendedenvironmentfor copyingimages OS (pre-installed): Microsot'l Windows 2000 Professional, Windo_ s Millennium Edition, Windows XP Home Edition or Windows XP Professional depending on tile types of USB devices you arc using. • Operations are not guaranl_d when using a USB hub. • Connecting your camera using a USB intcrluce thal is compatible with Hi-Speed USB/USB 2.
Installingthe sottware(supplied) You can install the software (supplied) using the following procedure. • When using Windows 2000/Me. do not connect lhe camera to the con_puler beli_rc inslallalion. /I N. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation. • In Windows 2000/XP, log on as Administralor. • When the supplied software is installed, the USB driver is installed automalically.
Copyingimagesto yourcomputer This section describes the process using a Windows computer as an example. You can copy images from the camera to your computer as follows. Insert the sufficiently For a computer with a "Memory slot outlet (wall socket) with the AC Adaptor (not supplied), charged battery pack in the camera, or connect the camera to a wall Stick" Remove the "]Memor_ Stick Duo" h'om the camera and insert it in the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor.
• For Windows 2b_10/Me,ti_llowthe procedure explained in +'Stage 3-B: Copying images to a Computer" on page 63+ • For Windows XR when the wizard screen does not appear automatically, lbllow the procedure explained in +'Stage 3-B: Copying images to a Computer" on page 63+ This section describes an example of copying images to a "My Docunmnts" lolder.
rj Click the check box of unwanted 5 Click the radio button next to images to remove the checkmark so they are not copied, then click [Nothing. I'm finished working with these pictures] to select it, [Next], then click [Next]. O- 0 O The "Picture Name and Destination" The "Completing the Scanner and Canlera Wizard" screen appears. screen appears. 4 Select a name and destination for the images, then click [Next], _) Click [Finish]. The wizard screen closes.
1 Double-click [My [Removable 3 Computer] Disk] _ Double-click the [My Documents] folder. Then, right-click on the "My Documents" window to [DClM]. display the menu and click [Paste]. ....... r,, • If the "Removable displayed, " s_ Double-click image files stored. Disk" page icon is nol 88. the folder you want where the to copy are Then, right-click an image file display the menu and click [Copy]. • On the storage destination ot tile image files, see page 66.
This section describes Iheprocedure for viewing copied images inthe"My Documents" folder. 1 Click [Start] _ Perform the procedures beforehand when: • Disconnectingthe cable R>rmulti-use terminal • Removing a 'Memol3' Stick Duo" • Inserting a 'Memory Slick Duo" inlo lhe camera alter copying images flom the inlernal [My Documents]. memory • Turning -@ listed below • off the camera For Windows 2000/Me/XP (_) Double-click on the lasklray. ....
Movie lndex record The image files recorded with yoor camera are grooped as lolders on the "Memory Slick Doo". Example: viewingfolders onWindowsXP Desk_op _& i;_ Hy Computer i{_ _ _ 3% Floppy _:_ Local Disk i_ ,;.
Viewingimage files storedon a computerwith your camera(usinga "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 oil a "Memory Stick Duo", you can view that image again on the camera by copying the ima,qe file (m the computer to a "Memory Stick Duo". • Step 1 is not necessal 3, if the file name set with your camera ]las nol been cllanged.
Usingthe "Uyber-shotviewer" (supplied) You can use still images attd movies from the camera more than ever by taking advantage of the software. This section summarizes the "Cyber-shot Viewer" and gives basic inslructions. Follow images these steps to import h'om file camera. and view Importing images Make sure "Media Check Tool"* is With the "Cyber-shot Viewer" you can: • Import images shol with filecamera and disphJy theln running.
3 Import the images. To starl imporling [hnpurt] button. Viewing images, click the images in "Viewed folders" arranged date on a calendar by shooting (_)Click the ICalcndarl tah. Years when images were shol are lisled. (_)Click Ihe year. hnages shot Ihat year are displayed, ananged on the calendar by shooling dale. By default, images are imported into a lolder created in "My Pictures" that is named with the date uf importing.
Hour display screen Displayingimages in full-screen mode To displa) full-screen a slide show mode, click of current images the _: button. • To list images from a particular year or month+ click thai period on the lell of the screen. in 3 Displaying individual images On the hour displa> screen, double-click a thumbnail to display the image by itself in a separate window. • You can edit displayed images by clicking the #)' toolbar button. • To play or pause the slide show. click the _.
Changing Preparingimagesstoredonthe computerfor viewing To view them. register the folder that contains the images as one of the "Viewed fl_lders". From the [File] menu. choose [Register Viewed Folders...] to display the settings screen for "Viewed li_lders" registration. O-- the "Folder to be imported" To change the "Folder to be imported". access the "hnport Settings" screen. To display the "hnport Settings" screen. choose [Image hnport Settings...] from the [Filel menu.
Using your Macintoslz computer You cau copy images • The supplied Macintosh sofhvare to your computer. is not cmnpatible with COlllput_rs. Prepare the camera and a Macintosh computer, The following enviromnent recon]ineuded for tbe a Perform the same procedure as that described in "Stage 1: Preparing the camera and the computer" on page 61. is compuler COUllected to cali]era.
Per%rm the procedures belk_rehand when: • Disconnecting listed below the cable lor nmhi-use terminal • Rmnoving a 'Memoo' Stick Duo" • Inserting a "Memory Slick Duo" inlo lhe camera aller copying images hom the internal nlenlory • Turning off llle camera Draganddropthedriveiconorthe iconof the "Memory Stick Duo" to the "Trash"icon. The c:uner:l is disconnected from the computec • If you are using Mac OS X vlO.O, perlknm ll_e procedure above alter you have turned your computer oft'.
YH_mg sUll _m_ges Howto print still images When you print images shot in 116:91mode. both the camera directly to a PictBridge compliant printer. Printing directly using a "Memory Stick" compliant printer You c:m print images with a "Memor_ Stick" compli:mt printer. For details, see the operating instructions supplied with the printer. Printing using a computer You can copy images to a computer using the "C>her-shot Viewer" software in the supplied CD-ROM and print the images.
Printingimagesdirectly usinga PictBridge compliantprinter 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. f_i(PictBridge • 'PictBridge" is based on tile CIPA stzmdard. (CIPA:Camera & Imaging Producls Associalion) Prepare the camera to connect it to the printer via a USB cotmection. When cotmecting the camera to a printer that is recognized when [USB Contract] is set to [Auto], Stage 1 is tmnecessary.
1 Connect the camera to the Regardless of whal the nlode dial is sel to. the prinl menu appears when you cemplele Slage 2. printer. Select the desired printing method with _ on the control button, then press 0. [All In This Folder] Prints all the images in the folder. [DPOF image] @ To the multi connector multi-use terminal Prints :ill the images with :l E{_ (Print order) mark (page 78) regardless of the displayed image. [Select] Selects images and prints all the selected images.
[Index] Toprintotherimages Select IOn] to print as an index image. [Size] Aller step 3, select ISelect] and the desired image with ,&/V. then perlbrm from step I. Select the size of the printing sheet. To print images on the index screen [Date] Perform "Stage 1: Prep:wing the camera" (page 75) and "Stage 2: Connecting the camera to the printer" (page 76), then proceed with the lollowing. When you commct the camera to a printer. the print menu appears. Select [Cancel] to turn off the print menu.
Printingat 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 cotffonning to the DPOF, you can make a E_ / (Print order) mark on images in adwmce st) that you do not need to reselect them when you print them out at the shop. • You cannot print images stored in the internal men_ory at a print shop directly flom the camera.
To cancel, select [Cancel] in step 4 or select [Exit] in step 8, then press 0. 1 Display To remove the mark in index mode the index screen (_ step Select the images from which you want to remove the mark in step 5, Ihen press II. 6 in "Read This First"). 2 To remove all the marks in the folder Press MENU to display the menu. 3 Select DPOF with -
Co#fleg_H_g yOlkY 6"0m8;_ tO yO_t; _ V Viewingimageson a TVscreen YOtl can view inlnges on a TV screen colmecling the camera Io a TV. by Turn oil both your camera and the TV before connecling Ihe camera and Ibe TV. 1 Connect 3 Press [] [] to turn on the camera. button the camera to the TV, @ To audio/video input jacks Control button Images shot with the camera appear on the TV screen.
OnTVcolorsystems If you w;mt to view im;.ges on a TV screen. you need a TV with a video input jack and the cable f_w multi-use terminah The color system of the TV must match tht_t of your digital still camera. Check the li_llowing lists for the TV color system of the country or region where the camera is used. NTSCsystem Bah:m]:_ Isl:mds. Bolix ia. C:madm Central Americ:_. Chile. Colombim Ecuador. J:m/:dca. Japan, Korem Mexicu. Peru. Surinam. T:dwau. the Philippines. the U.S.A.. Venezuela. etc.
Troubleshooting 11 you experience 0 trouble wilh your camera, solutions. Check the items on pages 83 to 93. If a code such as "C/E:DD:DD" 0 try the folJo\vii/g :q_pears on the screen, see page c,_4. Remove the battery pack, and insert the battery pack again after about one minute,and turn on the power. 0 Initializethesettings(page55). 0 ConsultyourSonydealeror localauthorized Sonyservicefacility.
The battery pack cannot be installed. • As you insert the battery pack, use the tip of tile battery pack to push the battery _._iecth:ver toward tile lens (_ step l in "Read ThL_Fir*t'). • Install Ibe battery pack correctly (_ swp 1 itz "Read This First"). The battery remaining indicator is incorrect, or sufficient battery remaining indicator is displayed but the power runs out too quickly, • This phenon/enon occurs when you use the camera in an extremely hot or cokl location (page 99).
The screen does not turn on even when the power is turned on. • Turn on the screen (page 24). Your camera cannot record images. • Check the free capacity of the internal memory or "Memory Stick Duo" (page 25). If it is fulh do one of the following: Delete unnecessary images (_ ,*t_,p6 in "Read TllL_Fi_*t"). 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 97).
Smart zoom does not function. • Set [Digital Zoom] to [Smart] (page 49). • This limction cannot be used when: Tile image size ix set to [8MI or [3:21. Shooting in Multi Burst mode. Shooting movies. The flash does not work. • The flash is set to (4@(Fh,sh lbrced oil') (_ ,*tU_.5in "R_'ad ThLsFir*t'). • You cannot use the flash when: [Mode] (REC Mode) is set to [Burst] or [Multi Burst] (page 38). _6 (High sensitivity mode) or .._ (T_ ilight mode) is selected ill the Scene Selection.
The image is too bright. • You _r_.. shooting a spotlighted subject in a dark loc_tion su{:h _s on a stooge. Adjust the exposure (page 30, _ st_7_5 in "Read This FMst" ). • When the brighmess of the screen is too high, a_!just the brighmess of the LCD bi_cklight (page 24, _ st_7_5 in "Read This FMst '). The image colors are not correct. • Adjust the [Color Vertical streaks Model to INormall appear when • The smear phenomenon Noise appears in the (page 34). you are shooting is occurring.
Your camera cannot play back images. • Press [j_ (_ st_7_6 in "Read Th£ First'). • The folder/ill,: name has been changed on your computer (page 67). • When an image file has been processed by a computer or when the image file was recorded using a model other than that of your camera, playback on your camera is not guaranteed. • The camera is in USB mode. Delete the USB connection (page 65). The date and time are not displayed. • I[Z][(Screen display switch) button is turned off (page 24).
You cannot display a DPOF (Print order) mark. • You cannot display DPOF (Print order) marks on movil:s. You cannot cut a movie. • The movie is not long enough to cut (shorter th:m _d_out tx_o seconds). • Cancel the protection (page 43). • Still images cannot be cut. You do not know if the OS of your computer • Check "Recommended Macintosh. Your computer does computer not recognize • Turn on tlw c_nllel_l (_ is compatible environment" with the camera.
4 lnslall Ihe soflware (page 60). Tile USB driver is also installed autonmtically. You cannot copy images. • Connect tile camera and your t--omputercorrectly, iVh,kt-, the USB connt-.ction hy properly connecting the camera with your computer (page 62). • Follow the designated copy procedure 12)ryour OS (pages 62, 72). • When you shoot images with a "MemoryStick Duo" 12)rmattedby a computer, you may not be able to copy the images to a computer.
• If you haxe changed tile del.mh settings, relL,r to "Changing tile "Folder to be imported"" on page 71 and check what folder is used lbr importing. You want to change the "Folder to be imported". • Access the "Import Settings" screen to change "Folder to bc imported". You cml specify a different folder after using "Cyber-shot Viewer" to register it in "Viewed lblders" (page 71). All imported images are displayed on the calendar with the date January 1. • The date has not been set on the camera.
The camera or your computer • There is a "Memory First"). Cannot record cannot play back the data in the internal Stick Duo" inscm:d in the c_u]l¢,la. R¢,l]lOV¢,it (_ images using • There is a "Memory First "). the internal memory. stU_ 4 in "Read This stU_ 4 in "Read This memory. Stick Duo" inscm:d in the camera. Rcmow: it (_ The free capacity of the internal memory does not increase even when copy the data stored in the internal memory to a "Memory Stick Duo".
• Disconnect tile cable for multi-use terminal, and connect it again. If an error message is indicated on tile printer, refer to tile operating instructions supplied with the printer. Cannot print images. • Check the cable for multi-use terminal is connected correctly. • Turn on the printer. For limber information, refer to tile operating instructions supplied with the printer. • If you select [Exit] during printing, images may not print. Disconnect and connect the cable lbr multi-use terminal again.
Your camera does not work. • Use tile type of battery pack you can use with this camera. • The battery level is low (Tile (-\_ indicator "Read This First"). The power is on, but the camera appears). does Charge the battery pack (4 st_7) I in not work. • The built-in microcomputer is not working properly. Rcniovc the b_ittcry p_ick, _ind the,n, afler one minute, insert the battery pack _ind turl] on tile cumeni. Cannot identify an indicator on the screen. • Scc page 20.
warningindicatorsand messages If a code starting with a letter of the alphabet appears, your camera has a selfdiagnosis display. The last two digits (indicated by fflffl) will differ depending on the state of the camera. If you are unable to solve the problem even after trying the lollowiog corrective actions a li_w times, your camera may need repair. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service lhcility. If the fl_llowing messages appear, follow the instructions. • The battery level is low.
Cannot record Memory Stick locked • You are using the "Memory Stick Duo" with the write-protect switch, and tile switch is set to the LOCK position. Set the switch to the recording position (page 97). • The camera cannot record images in Ihc selected foMer. Select a different lk)lder (page 54). File error • An error occurred playing back. No memory space in internal memory No memory space in Memory Stick • Delete unnecessary images or files (_ stu_ 6 in "Read This Fir,_t').
Enable printer to connect • IUSB Connectl is set to IPictBridge], however file can'_era is connected to a non-PictBridge compliant device. Check the device. • Tile connection is not established. Disconnect tile cable l\_r multi-use terminal, and connect it again. If an error message is indicated on the printer, refer to the operating instructions supplied with tile printer. Connect to PictBridge device • You tried to print images before the printer connection was established.
Others On the "Memery Stick" A "Memory Stick" is a compact, portable IC recordittg medium. The types of "Mmnory Stick" that can be used with this camera are listed in the table below. However, proper operatiott cmmot be guaranteed for all "Memory Stick" fuuctions. Notes on usinga "Memory Stick Duo" (not supplied) • You cannot slide edil or delete rccoM, tile writc-prolecl line-tipped switch images it you to LOCK with a o_iect.
• Do not use or storc under tile _llowing High lemperatm_ interior exposed locations substances Slick Duo" conditions: locations of a car parked Locations Hmnid the "Memory such in direct to direct or locations as the hot sunlight sunlighl wilh corrosive present Noteson usingthe Memory Stick Duo Adaptor(notsupplied) • To use a "Memory Slick Duo" with a 'Memory Stick" compliant device, be sure lo in_tq't lhe 'Memo W Slick Duo" inlo a Memo W Slick Duo Adaptor.
Onthe battery pack Onbatterylife On chargingthe battery pack Wc rccomlnend ambiem (50°F charging temperature to 86°F). charge tile battery tile battery in an • Tile baltel 3 lilt IO°C to 30°C oi between You may pack decreases no( be able to elliciently pack outside more, of this temperature range. • Battery perlbrmance decreases tell'_pel'aturc s/irl'o/llldillgs. operaling time probable cause battcJy pack can places.
Ontile battery cnarger _ Onthehatterycharger • Do not cllm'ge supplied any battery NP-BG b+ttttq T charger other ovcrheat, or explode • Remove than if you the charged pack in the chalger, decreased.
Precautions _ Do not use/storethe camera in the followingplaces • In ml extremely hot, dry or tmmid place In places such as in a car parked in tile sun, tile camera body may become detormed and this may cause a tllalltlnction. • Under direct sunlight or near a heater Tile camera body may become discolored or deR>rlned, and this may cause a malfimction.
@Ontheinternalrechargeable battery This camera has an intel'l]M rechargeable battery Ior lnaint_fining tile dale mid time and other settings reDudless ol whether the power is on or oil. This rechargeable batte W is continually charged as long as you arc using the camera. However, if you u_ the camera lor only shorl periods, il discharges gradually, and if you do not use tile camera at all lor about one month it becomes completely discharged.
Specifications Camera Power consumption [System] Image Total 0.95 device pi×el 9.10 mm / l/1.8 type) color CCD, Primary color filter number pixel number 8 303 000 pixels White balance Automatic exposure, (6 modes) Mass to a Approx. lormat/DCF Electret condenser Dynamic speaker Daylight, Cloudy, IncandescenL Print PRINT Compatible hnage Matching media Compalible Still images: Exif Vcr. 2.21 JPEG compliant.
Index A Beach AC Adaptor. .......................... mode swp 19 step ] #: "Read 77d_ Fiiw¢" 5 tit "Read 771is Becp ..................................... stel) 5 hl "R{ad Ft:wt" Accessories supplied in "R{ ad 7?fis /"/*:st" 55 771is 13 Brighmess 14 AE/AF lock indicator ........... 36 --+ step 5 in "R_ad 7?/is Irtiw¢,' Burst ..................................... AF Illuminalor, ..................... 5t AF lock ................................. 36 AF Mode ...............................
Focus preset Folder .................................... .......................... Changing Crcating Format 41 ....................... 54 ......................... 53 ............................. Function 35 Guide 52, 53 ..................... L Language Holding Backlight 77_is ..................... ............................. 24 Screml .......... 77tia 55 57 25 0 Optical zoom st_7_ 5 in "R_ad Fi_ s( " see "Screen" 77tis OS ................................... N M AF ..
Resizc ................................... Rcwind/Fast slep 6 in Fit,it" Rotale 44 lorward Shutter spe_d Single "Read 7?lis ........................ ................................... Single-image 45 Slow FiLet" Still image ........................ 75 Viewing synchro st:7_ 5 in "Read 8 Vivid 77tis 49 Snlal Scene 30 Soft Selection ..................... mcnu ....................... ..................................... t ZOOll] ..........................
Trademarks • (SybEp-sho'l: is tra_demarks of Sony Corporalion. • 'Memory Stick", ,_., 'Memory MEMORY 5TiEK PRO, MENDRY ' Memo]T 5TJ[ZK DUll, "Memo] Slick Stick T Slick PRO _', Duo _', PRO Duo '', MEMORY 5TIEK PRQ DUO, 'MagicGate", and _V_Z%G@ClI_TE are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • Microsoll, n'ademarks Windows are either registered or trademarks of Microsolt Corporation countries.
