Enjoying the camera Using the menu Digital Still Camera User’s Guide/ Troubleshooting DSC-W100 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. Other memory cards cannot be used. • For details on “Memory Stick Duo”, see page 97.
• Using the camera in sandy or dusty locations may cause malfunctions. • If moisture condensation occurs, remove it before using the camera (page 101). • 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. • Clean the flash surface before use.
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/ Manual shooting) t page 29 • Enjoy var
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..........................................................................................41 (Folder) - (Protect) DPOF (Print) (Slide) (Resize) (Rotate) (Divide) (Setup) Trimming Using the Setup screen Using Setup items ..............................................................................48 Camera ..............................................................................................
Using your computer Enjoying your Windows computer........................................................... 58 Installing the software (supplied) ............................................................ 60 Copying images to your computer .......................................................... 61 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 dial (page 29), the menus (page 32), 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.
Hints for adjusting the exposure (EV) 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 Enjoying the camera When shooting a whitish overall image such as a backlit subject or a snowy scene You can check the exposure referring to the histogram chart.
Color On the effects of lighting The apparent color of the subject is affected by the lighting conditions. Example: The color of an image affected by light sources Weather/lighting Characteristics of light Daylight Cloudy Fluorescent Incandescent White (standard) Bluish Blue-tinged Reddish The color tones are adjusted automatically in the auto adjustment mode. However, you can adjust color tones manually with [White Bal] (page 37).
Selecting the image size for use (t step 4 in “Read This First”) Pixel Many pixels (Fine image quality and large file size) The default settings are marked with Image size .
Identifying parts See the pages in parentheses for details of operation.
H (Playback) button (t step 6 in “Read This First”) I DC IN jack cover 2 To DC IN jack • 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 to tripods having screws longer than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch), and may damage the camera. • After use, remove the camera from the tripod.
Indicators on the screen See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. Display Indication Camera mode (t step 5 in “Read This First”) When shooting still images Flash mode (t step 5 in “Read This First”) SL Flash charging 3 1 4 Zoom scaling (t 49, step 5 in “Read This First”) 1.
C Display Display 3:2 3M 2M VGA 16:9 STD 640 5M 1M FINE 640 160 FINE STD 101 AF range finder frame (35) Image size (t step 4 in “Read This First”) • 1M is displayed only when the Multi Burst is activated. Image quality (38) Recording folder (53) E Display • This does not appear when using internal memory.
A When playing back still images Display Indication Battery remaining (t step 1 in “Read This First”) 3 1 Recording mode (29, 38) M 4 5 8M 3:2 5M 3M 2M 1M VGA 16:9 STD 640 2 BACK/NEXT Image size (t step 4 in “Read This First”) FINE 640 160 Playback mode (t step 6 in “Read This First”) VOLUME When playing back movies Protect (42) - Print order (DPOF) mark (78) 1 Change folder (41) 3 • This does not appear when using internal memory. 1.
C Display Indication Histogram (24) Recording folder (53) • • This does not appear when using internal memory. 101 Display PictBridge connecting (76) Playback folder (41) • This does not appear when using internal memory.
Changing the screen display Each time you press the (Screen display switch) button, the display changes as follows. Histogram on Histogram display Indicators off LCD screen off Indicators on • By pressing (Screen display switch) button longer, you can brighten the LCD backlight. t step 5 in “Read This First” • 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 image quality, see step 4 in “Read This First” and page 16.
The recording time of movies Capacity 32MB Size 640(Fine) 64MB/ Internal memory (Units: hour : minute : second) 128MB 256MB 512MB 1GB 2GB – – – 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 to [640(Fine)] can only be recorded on a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”.
When you do not have a “Memory Stick Duo” (Recording with the internal memory) The camera has 64 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.
Battery life and number of images that can be recorded/viewed The tables show the approximate number of images that can be recorded/viewed and the battery life when you shoot images in [Normal] mode with the battery pack (supplied) at full capacity and at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). The numbers 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.
Using the mode dial Set the mode dial to the desired function. Mode dial step 5 in “Read This First” Enjoying the camera : Shooting movies t Control button Still image shooting modes : Auto Adjustment mode Allows easy shooting with the settings adjusted automatically. t step 5 in “Read This First” : Program Auto 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” For shooting an image appropriately according to the scene condition, a combination of functions is determined by the camera. ( : you can select the desired setting) Macro Flash AF range finder Focus preset White Balance Flash level Burst/ Multi Burst — — — Auto/ WB SL — — / — / To adjust the exposure manually 1 Press z on the control button when the mode dial is set to M.
• When using certain shutter speeds*, the NR slow shutter function activates automatically to reduce the picture noise and “NR” appears. • If you select slow shutter speeds, it takes time to process the data. * When the shutter speed is equal to one second or slower.
Using the menu Using menu items v/V/b/B button button Mode dial z button MENU button Control button 1 Recording: Turn on the camera, then set the mode dial. Playback: Press . Different items are available depending on the position of the mode dial and Recording/Playback mode. 2 Press MENU to display the menu. 3 Select the desired menu item with b/B on the control button. • If the desired item is invisible, keep pressing b/B until the item appears on the screen.
Menu items For details on the operation 1 page 32 Menu for shooting (page 34) The menu items available vary depending on the mode dial position. Only the available items are displayed on the screen. ( Mode dial position: / — 9 (Focus) — (Metering Mode) Scene — — WB (White Bal) — ISO (P.
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 32 The default settings are marked with . COLOR (Color Mode) You can change the brightness of the image, accompanied by effects. B&W (B & 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.
For details on the operation 1 page 32 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 3.0m • 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. 0.5m Center AF ( ) Focuses automatically on a subject in the center of the finder frame.
For details on the operation 1 page 32 z If the subject is out of focus When shooting with the subject at the edge of the frame (or the screen), or when using [Center AF], the camera may not focus on a subject at the edge of the frame. In such cases, do as follows. 1 Recompose the shot so that the subject is centered in the AF range finder, and press the shutter button halfway down to focus on the subject (AF lock).
For details on the operation 1 page 32 WB (White Bal) Adjusts the color tones according to the lighting condition in a situation, for example, when the colors of an image look strange. Flash ( WB ) Adjusts for the flash conditions. • You cannot select this item when shooting movies. Adjusts for places where the lighting conditions change quickly such as at a party hall, or under bright lighting such as at photography studios. Fluorescent ( Adjusts for fluorescent lighting.
For details on the operation 1 page 32 (P.Quality) Selects the still image quality. Fine (FINE) Records with high quality (low compression). Standard (STD) Records with standard quality (high compression). • For details on the image quality t page 16 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.
For details on the operation 1 page 32 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. • When the mode dial is set to M, the shutter speed cannot be set to one second or slower. • 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 30).
For details on the operation 1 page 32 M (Interval) Selects the frame interval in the [Multi Burst] mode (page 38). 1/7.5 (1/7.5") 1/15 (1/15") • Select [Multi Burst] with [Mode] first, set the desired setting for [Interval]. When you select a function other than [Multi Burst], this function is unavailable. 1/30 (1/30") (Flash Level) Adjusts the amount of flash light. + ( +) Toward +: Makes the flash level higher. Normal – ( –) Toward –: Makes the flash level lower.
Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 32 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 32 - (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 32 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 32 Repeat On Plays back images in a continuous loop. Off After all the images have been played back, the slide show ends. Image Folder Plays back all images in the selected folder. All Plays back all images stored on the “Memory Stick Duo”. Start See the following procedure. Cancel Cancels the slide show. 1 Select [Interval], [Repeat] and [Image] with v/V/b/B on the control button. 2 Select [Start] with V/B, then press z. The slide show starts.
For details on the operation 1 page 32 • • • • • For details on [Image Size] t step 4 in “Read This First” You cannot change the size of movies or Multi Burst images. When you change from a small size to a large size, the image quality deteriorates. You cannot resize the image size to [3:2] or [16:9]. When you resize a [3:2] or [16:9] image, the upper and lower black portions will be displayed on the image. (Rotate) Rotates a still image. OK Determines the rotation. See the following procedure.
For details on the operation 1 page 32 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 Cutting scene A. 1 A B 2 3 101_0002 Divide 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. 3 Deleting scenes A and B if they are unnecessary.
For details on the operation 1 page 32 5 Press z at the desired cutting point. STD 640 Divide Dividing Point 10/10 00:00:02 OK Cancel Exit 6 Select [OK] with v/V, and press z. 7 Select [OK] with v, then press z. The movie is cut. • The cut movies are assigned new numbers, and then recorded as the newest files in the selected recording folder. • You cannot cut the following kinds of images.
Using the Setup screen Using Setup items You can change the default settings using the Setup screen. v/V/b/B button Mode dial z button MENU button Control button 1 Turn on the camera. 2 Press MENU to display the menu. 3 After pressing B on the control button, go to the (Setup) setting, then press B again. 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. To turn off the (Setup) screen, press MENU.
Camera For details on the operation 1 page 48 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 48 • If you slide the zoom lever, the zoom scale is displayed. 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 48 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.
Internal Memory Tool For details on the operation 1 page 48 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 48 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 48 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 48 The default settings are marked with . LCD Backlight Selects the brightness of the LCD backlight when using the camera with battery pack. Bright Brightens. Normal • You can also change the setting with (Screen display switch) button pressed longer (t step 5 in “Read This First”). • Selecting [Bright] uses up the battery pack charge faster. Beep Shutter Turns on the shutter sound when you press the shutter button.
2 Setup 2 For details on the operation 1 page 48 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 48 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 81 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 72). This section describes the English version 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. • • • • depending on the types of USB devices you are using.
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. • If it does not appear, double-click (My (CYBERSHOTSOFT).
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.
Stage 2: Connecting the camera and your computer Stage 3-A: Copying images to a computer • For Windows 2000/Me, follow the procedure explained in “Stage 3-B: Copying images to a Computer” on page 63. • For Windows XP, when the wizard screen does not appear automatically, follow the procedure explained in “Stage 3-B: Copying images to a Computer” on page 63. 2 To the multi connector 1 To the USB jack This section describes an example of copying images to a “My Documents” folder.
3 Click the check box of unwanted images to remove the checkmark so they are not copied, then click [Next]. 5 Click the radio button next to [Nothing. I'm finished working with these pictures] to select it, then click [Next]. 1 1 2 The “Picture Name and Destination” screen appears. the images, then click [Next]. 1 2 Image copying starts. When the copying is completed, the “Other Options” screen appears. • This section describes an example of copying images to the “My Documents” folder.
1 Double-click [My Computer] t 3 Double-click the [My Documents] [Removable Disk] t [DCIM]. folder. Then, right-click on the “My Documents” window to display the menu and click [Paste]. 1 2 • If the “Removable Disk” icon is not displayed, see page 88. 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]. 1 2 • On the storage destination of the image files, see page 66.
Stage 4: Viewing images on your computer This section describes the procedure for viewing copied images in the “My Documents” folder. 1 Click [Start] t [My Documents].
Image file storage destinations and file names The image files recorded with your camera are grouped as folders on the “Memory Stick Duo”.
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 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 monitor.
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 71. 1 Checking imported images When importing is complete, the “Cyber-shot Viewer” starts.
Hour display screen 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 On the hour display 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.
Other functions Preparing images stored on the computer for viewing To view them, 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 your Macintosh computer You can copy images to your computer. • The supplied software 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.
To delete the USB connection Perform the procedures listed below beforehand when: • Disconnecting the cable for multi-use terminal • Removing a “Memory Stick Duo” • Inserting a “Memory Stick Duo” into the camera after copying images from the internal memory • Turning off the camera Drag and drop the drive icon or the icon of the “Memory Stick Duo” to the “Trash” icon. The camera is disconnected from the computer.
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 91). Printing directly using a PictBridge compliant printer (page 75) 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 via a USB connection.
Stage 2: Connecting the camera to the printer 1 Connect the camera to the printer. Stage 3: Printing Regardless of what the mode dial is set to, the print menu appears when you complete Stage 2. 1 Select the desired printing method with v/V on the control button, then press z. [All In This Folder] Prints all the images in the folder. [DPOF image] 2 To the multi connector Cable for multi-use terminal Prints all the images with a (Print order) mark (page 78) regardless of the displayed image.
[Index] To print other images Select [On] to print as an index image. [Size] After step 3, select [Select] and the desired image with v/V, then perform from step 1. Select the size of the printing sheet. To print images on the index screen [Date] Perform “Stage 1: Preparing the camera” (page 75) and “Stage 2: Connecting the camera to the printer” (page 76), then proceed with the following. When you connect the camera to a printer, the print menu appears.
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.
To cancel, select [Cancel] in step 4 or select [Exit] in step 8, then press z. Marking in index mode 1 Display the index screen (t step 6 in “Read This First”). 2 Press MENU to display the menu. To remove the mark in index mode Select the images from which you want to remove the mark in step 5, then press z. To remove all the marks in the folder Select [All In This Folder] in step 4, then press z. Select [Off], then press z. 3 Select DPOF with b/B, then press z.
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 Press to turn on the camera. VGA 2/9 button 101-0002 BACK/NEXT 2006 1 1 10:30PM VOLUME 1 To audio/video input jacks Control button 2 To the multi connector Cable for multi-use terminal • Place the camera with the screen facing upwards.
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 83 to 93. If a code such as “C/E:ss:ss” appears on the screen, see page 94. 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 55). 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 lens (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 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 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.
Smart zoom does not function. • Set [Digital Zoom] to [Smart] (page 49). • This function cannot be used when: – The image size is set to [8M] 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] or [Multi Burst] (page 38). – (High sensitivity mode) or (Twilight mode) is selected in the Scene Selection.
The image is too bright. • You are shooting a spotlighted subject in a dark location such as on a stage. Adjust the exposure (page 30, t step5 in “Read This First” ). • When the brightness of the screen is too high, adjust the brightness of the LCD backlight (page 24, t step5 in “Read This First”). The image colors are not correct. • Adjust the [Color Mode] to [Normal] (page 34). Vertical streaks appear when you are shooting a very bright subject. • The smear phenomenon is occurring.
Your camera cannot play back images. • Press (t step 6 in “Read This First”). • The folder/file 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. • (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 movies. You cannot cut a movie. • The movie is not long enough to cut (shorter than about two seconds). • Cancel the protection (page 43). • Still images cannot be cut. Computers You do not know if the OS of your computer is compatible with the camera. • Check “Recommended computer environment” on page 59 for Windows, and page 72 for Macintosh. Your computer does not recognize your camera.
4 Install the software (page 60). The USB driver is also installed automatically. You cannot copy images. • Connect the camera and your computer correctly. Make the USB connection by properly connecting the camera with your computer (page 62). • Follow the designated copy procedure for your OS (pages 62, 72). • 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 53).
• If you have changed the default settings, refer to “Changing the “Folder to be imported”” on page 71 and check what folder is used for importing. 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 71). All imported images are displayed on the calendar with the date January 1. • The date has not been set on the camera.
Internal memory The camera or your computer cannot play back the data in the internal memory. • There is a “Memory Stick Duo” inserted in the camera. Remove it (t step 4 in “Read This First”). 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”.
• Disconnect the cable for multi-use terminal, and connect it again. If an error message is indicated on the printer, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the printer. Cannot print images. • Check the cable for multi-use terminal is connected correctly. • 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 print. 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. • 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 20. 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 97). selected folder. Select a different folder (page 54). 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], • The data transmission to the printer may however the camera is connected to a non-PictBridge compliant device. Check the device. • The connection is not established. Disconnect the cable for multi-use terminal, and connect it again. If an error message is indicated on the printer, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the printer. not be completed yet. Do not disconnect the cable for multi-use terminal.
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 battery pack On charging the battery pack On battery life We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F). You may not be able to efficiently charge the battery pack outside of this temperature range. • The battery life is limited. Battery capacity decreases little by little as you use it more and more, and as time passes.
On the battery charger x On the battery charger • Do not charge any battery pack other than the supplied NP-BG type 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 decreased.
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 consumption (during shooting with the LCD screen on) [System] Image device 0.95 W 9.10 mm (1/1.8 type) color CCD, Primary color filter Operating temperature 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F) Total pixel number of camera Approx. 8 303 000 pixels Storage temperature –20 to +60°C (–4 to +140°F) Effective pixel number of camera Approx. 8 068 000 pixels Dimensions 94.2 × 60.6 × 24.8 mm (3 3/4 inches × 2 1/2 inches × 1 inches) (W/H/D, excluding protrusions) Mass Approx. 192 g (6.
Index Index A AC Adaptor...........................19 t step 1 in “Read This First” Accessories supplied t in “Read This First” AE/AF lock indicator ...........36 t step 5 in “Read This First” AF Illuminator ......................51 AF lock .................................36 AF Mode...............................49 AF range finder frame ..........35 AF range finder frame indicator.........................35 Aperture................................
Focus preset ..........................35 L N Folder....................................41 Landscape mode t step 5 in “Read This First” Natural ..................................34 Changing .......................54 Creating .........................53 Format.............................52, 53 Language .............................. 55 t step 2 in “Read This First” Function Guide .....................50 LCD Backlight .....................
Resize ...................................44 Shutter speed........................ 14 First” Rewind/Fast forward t step 6 in “Read This First” Single ................................... 49 Still image t step 6 in “Read This First” Rotate....................................45 S Slow synchro t step 5 in “Read This First” S AF......................................49 Smart zoom .......................... 49 Scene Selection.....................
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