VCLICK! Table of contents Basic Operations Using the shooting functions Digital Still Camera Cyber-shot Handbook Using the viewing functions Customizing the settings DSC-W110/W115/W120/W125/ W130 Before operating the unit, please read this Handbook thoroughly together with the “Instruction Manual” and the “Cyber-shot Step-up Guide”, and retain them for future reference.
Notes on using the camera Notes on the types of “Memory Stick” that you can use (not supplied) “Memory Stick Duo”: You can use a “Memory Stick Duo” with the camera. “Memory Stick”: You cannot use a “Memory Stick” with the camera. Other memory cards cannot be used. • For details on “Memory Stick Duo”, see page 120.
Table of contents Notes on using the camera .......................................................................2 Basic techniques for better images ...........................................................7 Focus – Focusing on a subject successfully..................................................... 7 Exposure – Adjusting the light intensity ............................................................ 9 Color – On the effects of lighting...............................................................
Table of contents Using the shooting functions Shooting menu........................................................................................
Table of contents Customizing the settings Customizing the Manage Memory feature and the Settings ...................64 Manage Memory ...............................................................................66 Memory Tool — Memory Stick Tool..................................................66 Format Create REC. Folder Change REC. Folder Copy Memory Tool — Internal Memory Tool .............................................68 Format Settings ...........................................................
Table of contents Using your computer Enjoying your Windows computer........................................................... 81 Installing the software (supplied) ............................................................ 83 On the “Picture Motion Browser” (supplied)............................................ 85 Copying images to your computer using the “Picture Motion Browser” ................................................................................................................
Basic techniques for better images Focus Exposure Color Quality Flash This section describes the basics so you can enjoy the camera. It tells you how to use various camera functions such as the mode dial (page 24), the HOME screen (page 41) and the menus (page 43). Focus Focusing on a subject successfully When you press the shutter button halfway down, the camera adjusts the focus automatically (Auto Focus). Remember to press the shutter button only halfway down.
Basic techniques for better images Hints for preventing blur The camera moved accidentally when you took the image. This is called “Camera shake.” On the other hand, if the subject moved when you took the image, it is called “subject blur.” Camera shake Cause Your hands or body shake while you hold the camera and press the shutter button, and the entire screen is blurred. What you can do to reduce the blurring • Use a tripod or place the camera on a flat surface to hold the camera steady.
Basic techniques for better images Exposure Adjusting the light intensity You can create various images by adjusting the exposure and the ISO sensitivity. Exposure is the amount of light that the camera will receive when you release the shutter.
Basic techniques for better images Adjusting ISO Sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index) ISO sensitivity is a speed rating for recording media that incorporates an image sensor that receives light. Even when the exposure is the same, images differ depending on the ISO sensitivity. To adjust the ISO sensitivity, see page 49. High ISO sensitivity Records a bright image even in dark locations while increasing shutter speed to reduce blur. However, the image tends to become noisy.
Basic techniques for better images Quality On “image quality” and “image size” A digital image is made up of a collection of small dots called pixels. If it contains a large number of pixels, the image becomes large, it takes up more memory, and the image is displayed in fine detail. “Image size” is shown by the number of pixels. Although you cannot see the differences on the screen of the camera, the fine detail and data processing time differ when the image is printed or displayed on a computer screen.
Basic techniques for better images DSC-W130 The default settings are marked with .
Basic techniques for better images DSC-W110/W115/W120/W125 The default settings are marked with . Image size Usage guidelines No.
Basic techniques for better images Flash On using the flash The eyes of the subject may come out red, or fuzzy white circular spots may appear when using the flash. These phenomena can be reduced by taking the following steps. The “Red-eye phenomenon” Pupils become dilated in dark environments. Flash light is reflected off the blood vessels at the back of the eye (retina), causing the “red-eye” phenomenon.
Identifying parts See the pages in parentheses for details of operation.
Identifying parts K Control button Menu on: v/V/b/B/z (43) Menu off: DISP/ / / (21, 27, 28) L (Slideshow) button (36) M Multi connector (bottom) Used in the following situations: • Making a USB connection between the camera and the computer. • Making a connection to audio/video input jacks on a TV. • Making a connection to a PictBridge compliant printer. N Tripod receptacle (bottom) • Use a tripod with a screw less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch) long.
Indicators on the screen Each time you press v (DISP) on the control button, the display changes (page 21). See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. When shooting still images Display P Indication Mode dial (Program Auto) (24) White balance (53) Burst mode/Bracket mode (DSC-W130 only) (48) Metering mode (50) Face Detection (46)/Smile Detection (47) SteadyShot (DSC-W120/ W125/W130 only) (56) • The indicators are limited in Easy Shooting mode.
Indicators on the screen B C Display Indication z AE/AF lock (26) Display Recording folder (66) REC Standby Recording a movie/Standby a movie • This does not appear when using internal memory. ISO400 ISO number (49) 96 NR slow shutter • When the shutter speed becomes slower than a certain speed in low light conditions, the NR (Noise Reduction) slow shutter function is activated automatically to reduce the image noise.
Indicators on the screen When playing back still images A Display Indication Battery remaining Low battery warning (115) Image size (45) • • is for DSC-W130 only. is for DSC-W110/ W115/W120/W125 only. Protect (61) When playing back movies VOL. Volume (34) Print order (DPOF) mark (102) PictBridge connecting (99) Zoom scaling (34) PictBridge connecting (101) • Do not disconnect the cable for multi-use terminal while the icon is displayed.
Indicators on the screen C Display Indication Playback folder (63) • This does not appear when using internal memory. 8/8 12/12 Image number/Number of images recorded in selected folder Playback Media (“Memory Stick Duo”, Internal memory) Changing folder (63) • This does not appear when using internal memory. Metering mode (50) Flash White balance (53) C:32:00 Self-diagnosis display (115) 20 ISO400 ISO number (49) +2.0EV Exposure Value (49) 500 Shutter speed F3.
Changing the screen display v (DISP) (Screen display) button Each time you press v (DISP) on the control button, the display changes as follows: Indicators on Indicators on* • If you view images in bright outside light, adjust the brightness of the LCD backlight up. However, the battery power may decrease faster under such condition. • The histogram does not appear in the following situations: While shooting – When the menu is displayed. – When recording movies.
Changing the screen display z Adjusting EV (Exposure Value) by displaying a histogram A B Dark Bright A histogram is a graph showing the brightness of an image. Press v (DISP) on the control button repeatedly to display the histogram on the screen. The graph display indicates a bright image when skewed to the right side, and a dark image when skewed to the left side. A Number of pixels B Brightness • The histogram also appears when playing back a single image, but you cannot adjust the exposure.
Using the internal memory The camera has approximately 15 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. When a “Memory Stick Duo” is inserted [Recording]: Images are recorded on the “Memory Stick Duo”. [Playback]: Images on the “Memory Stick Duo” are played back. [Menu, Settings, etc.
Basic Operations Using the mode dial Set the mode dial to the desired function. Mode dial : Auto Adjustment mode Allows shooting with the settings adjusted automatically. t page 25 : Easy Shooting mode Allows you to shoot still images using the minimum necessary functions with easy-to-see indicators. t page 26 P : Program Auto mode* Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value). : Movie Mode Allows you to record movies with audio.
Shooting images (Auto Adjustment mode) Shutter button Macro button DISP button Flash button Zoom button Self-timer button z button v/V/b/B button Control button Basic Operations Mode dial MENU button 1 Select the desired function from the mode dial. When shooting still images (Auto Adjustment mode): Select When shooting movies: Select . . 2 Hold the camera, with your elbows pressed against your body to steady it. Position the subject in the center of the focus frame.
Shooting images (Auto Adjustment mode) 3 Shoot with the shutter button. When shooting still images: 1Press and hold the shutter button halfway down to focus. The z (AE/AF lock) indicator (green) flashes, a beep sounds, the indicator stops flashing and remains lit. AE/AF lock indicator 2Press the shutter button fully down. When shooting movies: Press the shutter button fully down. To stop recording, press the shutter button fully down again.
Shooting images (Auto Adjustment mode) W/T Using the zoom Press T to zoom, press W to undo the zoom. • When the zoom scale exceeds 4×, the camera uses the Digital Zoom function. For details on the [Digital Zoom] settings and the image quality, see page 73. • You cannot change the zoom scale while shooting a movie. Flash (Selecting a flash mode for still images) Press B ( ) on the control button repeatedly until the desired mode is selected.
Shooting images (Auto Adjustment mode) Using the self-timer Press V ( ) on the control button repeatedly until the desired mode is selected. (No indicator): Not using the self-timer : Setting the 10-second delay self-timer : Setting the 2-second delay self-timer When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes and a beep sounds until the shutter operates. Self-timer lamp To cancel, press V ( ) again. • Use the 2-second delay self-timer to prevent blur of an image.
Shooting still images (Scene Selection) MENU button Shutter button z button v/V/b/B button Basic Operations Control button Mode dial Select the mode ( / / / / ) in the mode dial 1 Select the desired mode of Scene Selection ( / / / / ) with the mode dial. 2 Shoot with the shutter button. Select the mode ( / / / ) in SCN 1 Select SCN with the mode dial. 2 Press MENU button, and select from / / / with v/V/b/B on the control button (page 45). 3 Shoot with the shutter button.
Shooting still images (Scene Selection) Scene Selection modes The following modes are preset to match the scene conditions. Modes selected from the mode dial High Sensitivity Allows you to shoot images without a flash under low light conditions, reducing blur. Modes selected from the menu screen Twilight* Allows you to shoot night scenes at far distance without losing the dark atmosphere of the surroundings.
Shooting still images (Scene Selection) Functions you can use in Scene Selection For shooting an image appropriately according to the scene condition, a combination of functions is determined by the camera. Some functions are not available, depending on the Scene Selection mode.
Shooting still images (Scene Selection) Shooting in Smile Shutter mode When the camera detects a smile, the shutter is released automatically. 1 Select (Smile Shutter) mode from the mode dial. 2 Aim the camera at the subject and press the shutter button halfway down to focus. 3 Press the shutter button all the way down to set Smile Detection mode. The Smile Shutter enters standby.
Shooting still images (Scene Selection) z Hints for better capturing of smiles Basic Operations 1 Do not cover the eyes with the bangs. 2 Try to orient the face in front of the camera and be as level as possible. The detection rate is higher when the eyes are narrowed. 3 Give a clear smile with an open mouth. The smile is easier to detect when the teeth are showing.
Viewing images (Playback zoom) button (Playback zoom)/ (Index) button MENU button z button v/V/b/B button (Playback) button Control button 1 Press (Playback) button. • If you press (Playback) button when the camera is powered off, the camera is turned on automatically and set to playback mode. To switch to the shooting mode, press (Playback) button again. 2 Select an image with b/B on the control button. Movie: Press z to play back a movie. (Press z again to stop playback.
Viewing images To view an index screen Press (Index) to display the index screen while a still image is displayed. Select an image with v/V/b/B. To return to the single image screen, press z. Image Index] from (View Images) on the HOME screen. • Each time you press (Index), the number of images on the index screen increases. • When using the “Memory Stick Duo”, and there are several folders, select the folder selection bar with b, then select the desired folder with v/V.
Viewing still images as a slideshow Images are automatically played back in succession along with effects and music. Control button z button v/V/b/B button (Playback) button 1 Press (Slideshow) button (Slideshow) button. The setup screen appears. 2 Press (Slideshow) button again. The slideshow starts. • The setting is maintained until it is changed. • You cannot play movies. To end the slideshow Press (Slideshow) button. • You cannot pause the slideshow.
Viewing still images as a slideshow To change the setup On the setup screen in Step 1, select each item with v/V, then press z. The items that can be set are as follows. The default settings are marked with . Image You can select only when you use a “Memory Stick Duo” (not supplied). Plays back all the still images in a “Memory Stick Duo” in order. Folder Plays back all the still images in the selected folder.
Viewing still images as a slideshow Interval 1 sec Sets the display interval of images for a [Simple] slideshow. 3 sec 5 sec 10 sec Auto The interval is set to suit the selected [Effects] item. The setting is fixed to [Auto] when [Simple] is not selected as the [Effects]. Repeat On Plays back images in a continuous loop. Off After all the images have been played back, the slideshow ends.
Deleting images (Index) button MENU button (Playback) button Control button 1 Press (Playback) button. Basic Operations z button v/V/b/B button 2 Press MENU button while displaying in single-image or index mode. 3 Select (Delete) with v/V on the control button. 4 Select the desired deletion method with b/B from among [This Image], [Multiple Images] and [All In This Folder], then press z. • The displayed item differs according to the selected playback mode (single-image mode or index mode).
Deleting images When you select [This Image] You can delete the selected image. Select [OK] with v, then press z. When you select [Multiple Images] You can select and delete multiple images simultaneously. 1 Select the images you want to delete, then press z. The mark is checked in the checkbox of the image. Single Image Index Display 2 Press MENU button. 3 Select [OK] with v, then press z. When you select [All In This Folder] You can delete all the images in a selected folder.
Learning the various functions – HOME/Menu Using the HOME screen The HOME screen is the gateway screen for all the functions of the camera, and can be called up regardless of the mode setting (shooting/viewing). HOME button Basic Operations z button v/V/b/B button Control button 1 Press HOME button to display the HOME screen. Shooting Shooting Shoot photos or movies Category Item Guide 2 Select a category with b/B on the control button. 3 Select an item with v/V, then press z.
Learning the various functions – HOME/Menu HOME items Pressing HOME displays the following items. Details on the items are displayed on the screen by the guide. Categories Shooting*1 View Images Items Shooting (page 24) Single Image Image Index Slideshow Slideshow (page 36) Music Tool (page 94) Download Music Print Manage Memory Format Music Print (page 99) Memory Tool Memory Stick Tool (page 66) Format Change REC. Folder Create REC.
Learning the various functions – HOME/Menu Using the menu items z button v/V/b/B button Control button Basic Operations MENU button 1 Press MENU button to display the menu. Function Guide Setting [Function Guide] to [Off] turns off the function guide (page 69). • The menu will be displayed only during shooting and playback mode. • Different items will become visible depending on the selected mode. 2 Select a desired menu item with v/V on the control button.
Menu items The available menu items vary depending on the mode setting (shooting/viewing), and the mode dial position in the shooting mode. Only the available items are displayed on the screen.
Using the shooting functions Shooting menu The functions in shooting mode using MENU are described below. For details on how to operate the menu, see page 43. The selectable mode is displayed in white. Modes selected from the menu screen when the mode dial is set to SCN Unavailable The default settings are marked with . Selects the scene selection in the menu. You can shoot images with the settings pre-adjusted to match various scene conditions (page 29).
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 43 For Easy Shooting mode Selects the still image size for Easy Shooting mode. Large Shoots images in [8M] (DSC-W130 only) or [7M] (DSC-W110/W115/W120/W125 only) size. Small Shoots images in [3M] size. For movies (Fine) Selects image size for recording movies. (Standard) Flash: Flash setting Selects the flash setting in Easy Shooting mode. Auto Flash strobes when there is insufficient light or backlight. Off Does not use the flash.
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 43 • In (Soft Snap) mode, the default setting is [Auto]. • When the mode dial is set to (Easy Shooting) mode, the setting is fixed to [Auto], but the Face Detection frame is not displayed. • Up to 8 faces of your subjects can be detected. However, only up to 4 faces of your subjects can be detected when (Soft Snap) mode is selected in the Scene Selection mode.
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 43 REC Mode: Selecting the continuous shooting method Selects whether the camera performs continuous shooting or not when you press the shutter button. (The Exposure Bracket settings are for the DSC-W130 only) (Normal) (Burst) Does not shoot continuously. Records 100 images in succession when you press and hold down the shutter button. • The flash is set to BRK ±0.3EV BRK ±0.7EV BRK ±1.0EV (Flash forced off).
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 43 EV: Adjusting the light intensity Manually adjusts the exposure. Toward – Toward + Toward –: Darkens an image. 0EV The exposure is determined automatically by the camera. +2.0EV Toward +: Brightens an image. • For details on the Exposure, see page 9. • The compensation value can be set in 1/3EV increments. • If you shoot a subject in extremely bright or dark conditions, or when you use the flash, the exposure adjustment may not be effective.
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 43 Metering Mode: Selecting the metering mode Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the exposure. (Multi) Divides into multiple regions and measures each region. The camera determines a well-balanced exposure (Multi-pattern metering). (Center) Measures the center of the image, and determines the exposure based on the brightness of the subject there (Centerweighted metering).
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 43 Focus: Changing the focus method You can change the focus method. Use the menu when it is difficult to get the proper focus in auto focus mode. (Multi AF) Focuses on a subject in all ranges of the finder frame automatically. • This mode is useful when the subject is not in the center of the frame. AF range finder frame indicator (Center AF) Focuses on a subject in the center of the finder frame automatically.
Shooting menu 0.5 m 1.0 m 3.0 m 7.0 m (unlimited distance) For details on the operation 1 page 43 Automatically focuses quickly on the area around a previously set distance (Semi-manual). • Focuses on a subject in all ranges of the finder frame in semi manual mode. • This mode is useful when repeatedly shooting a subject at the same distance. • Use “Semi manual” when it is difficult to get sharp focus with automatic focusing, such as when shooting a subject through a net or window.
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 43 2 When the AE/AF lock indicator stops flashing and remains on, return to the fully composed shot, and press the shutter button fully down. White Balance: Adjusting the color tones (Auto) Adjusts the White Balance automatically. (Daylight) Adjusts for conditions outside under a clear sky, at sundown, night scenes, the presence of neon signs or fireworks. (Cloudy) Adjusts for a cloudy sky or a shady location.
Shooting menu n (Incandescent) (Flash) For details on the operation 1 page 43 Adjusts for places under an incandescent lamp, or under bright lighting, such as in a photo studio. Adjusts for the flash conditions. • You cannot select this item when shooting movies. • For details on the white balance, see page 10. • Under fluorescent lights that flicker, the white balance function may not work correctly even though you select [Fluorescent Light 1], [Fluorescent Light 2] or [Fluorescent Light 3].
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 43 Red Eye Reduction: Setting the Red Eye Reduction function The flash strobes two or more times before shooting to reduce the red-eye phenomenon when using the flash. The flash strobes to reduce the red-eye phenomenon automatically when the Face Detection function is activated. (On) The flash always strobes to reduce the red-eye phenomenon. (Off) Does not use Red Eye Reduction.
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 43 (Sepia) Sets the image to sepia color. (B & W) Sets the image to black and white. • You can select only [Normal], [Sepia] or [B & W] when shooting movies. SteadyShot: Selecting the anti-blur mode (DSC-W120/W125/W130 only) 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.
Using the viewing functions Viewing menu This section explains the menu items available when you press MENU button in playback mode. For details on how to use the menu, see page 43. (Delete): Deleting images Selects and deletes images on the single-image screen or the index screen, see page 39. (This Image) Deletes the image that is now selected. (Multiple Images) Selects and deletes multiple images. (All In This Folder) Deletes all the images in the selected folder.
Viewing menu (Red Eye Correction) For details on the operation 1 page 43 Corrects the red-eye phenomenon caused by flash. Select [OK] with v/V, then press z. • You may not be able to correct the red-eye phenomenon depending on the image. (Unsharp masking) Sharpens the image within a chosen frame. 1 Decide the area (frame) of the desired image to retouch with v/V/b/B, then press MENU button. 2 Select [OK] with v/V, then press z.
Viewing menu (Partial Color) For details on the operation 1 page 43 Surrounds a chosen point in monochrome to signalize a subject. 1 Set the center point of the desired image to retouch with v/V/ b/B, then press MENU button. 2 Adjust the desired range to retouch with W/T. 3 Select [OK] with v/V, then press z. (Fisheye Lens) Applies a fisheye effect around a chosen point. (Cross Filter) Adds starburst effects to light sources.
Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 43 (Retro) Softens the image by blurring the focus and lowering the surrounding light so that it appears as if it was taken by an old camera. 1 Select [Level] with v/V, then press z. Select level of retouch with v/V, then press z again. 2 Adjust the desired range to retouch with W/T. 3 Select [OK] with v/V, then press z.
Viewing menu • • • • For details on the operation 1 page 43 For details about the image size, see pages 12, 13. You cannot resize movies. You cannot resize the images from VGA to (HDTV). Enlarging the image and multi resizing can reduce the image quality. (Protect): Preventing accidental erasure Protects images against accidental erasure. The indicator appears on a protected image. (This Image) Protects/unlocks the currently selected image.
Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 43 • Note that the formatting erases all the data stored on the recording media, even if the images are protected, and these images cannot be restored. • It may take some time to protect an image. To cancel the protection Select the image for which you want to cancel protection, and unlock it by performing the same procedure to protect it. The (Protect) indicator disappears. : Adding a Print order mark Adds a print order mark ( See page 102.
Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 43 (Select Folder): Selecting the folder for viewing images Selects the folder containing the image you want to play back when using the camera with a “Memory Stick Duo”. 1 Select the desired folder with b/B on the control button. 2 Select [OK] with v, then press z. To cancel selecting the folder Select [Exit] in step 2, then press z. Using the viewing functions z On the folders The camera stores images in a specified folder of a “Memory Stick Duo”.
Customizing the settings Customizing the Manage Memory feature and the Settings You can change the default settings using HOME screen. (Manage Memory) or (Settings) on the HOME button z button v/V/b/B button Control button 1 Press HOME button to display the HOME screen. 2 Select (Manage Memory) or (Settings) with b/B on the control button. 3 Select an item with v/V, then press z. 4 Select the desired setting with v/V, then press z. • HOME screen is displayed by pressing b.
Customizing the Manage Memory feature and the Settings 5 Select a setting with v/V, then press z. To cancel the setting change Select [Cancel] if it is shown as an option on the screen, then press z. If not, press b. • This setting is maintained even when the power is turned off. • The camera is set to the shooting or viewing mode by pressing HOME button again.
Manage Memory For details on the operation 1 page 64 Memory Tool — Memory Stick Tool This item appears only when a “Memory Stick Duo” is inserted in the camera. Format Formats the “Memory Stick Duo”. A commercially available “Memory Stick Duo” is already formatted, and can be used immediately. • Note that formatting permanently erases all data on a “Memory Stick Duo”, including even protected images. 1 Select [Format] with v/V on the control button, then press z.
Manage Memory For details on the operation 1 page 64 Change REC. Folder Changes the folder currently used for recording images. 1 Select [Change REC. Folder] with v/V on the control button, then press z. The folder selection screen appears. 2 Select the desired folder with b/B, and [OK] with v, then press z. To cancel changing the recording folder Select [Cancel] in step 2, then press z. • You cannot select the “100MSDCF” folder as a recording folder. • You cannot move recorded images to another folder.
Manage Memory For details on the operation 1 page 64 Memory Tool — Internal Memory Tool This item does not appear when a “Memory Stick Duo” is inserted in the camera. Format Formats the internal memory. • Note that formatting permanently erases all data in the internal memory, including even protected images. 1 Select [Format] with v/V on the control button, then press z. The message “All data on internal memory will be erased” appears. 2 Select [OK] with v, then press z. Formatting starts.
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 64 Main settings — Main Settings 1 The default settings are marked with . Beep Selects the sound produced when you operate the camera. Shutter Turns on the shutter sound when you press the shutter button. On Turns on the beep/shutter sound when you press the control/ shutter button. Off Turns off the beep/shutter sound. Function Guide When you operate the camera, the function guide appears. Displays the function guide.
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 64 Main settings — Main Settings 2 The default settings are marked with . USB Connect Selects the USB mode when connecting the camera to a computer or a PictBridge compliant printer using the cable for multi-use terminal. Auto The camera recognizes automatically and sets up communication with a computer or PictBridge compliant printer (pages 87 and 99).
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 64 Video Out Sets the video signal output according to the TV color system of the connected video equipment. The TV color systems differ depending on the country and region. To view images on a TV screen, check the TV color system of the country or region of use (page 80). 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).
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 64 Shooting Settings — Shooting Settings 1 The default settings are marked with . AF Illuminator The AF illuminator supplies fill light to focus more easily on a subject in dark surroundings. The AF illuminator emits red light allowing the camera to focus easily when the shutter button is pressed halfway, until the focus is locked. The indicator appears at this time. Auto Uses the AF illuminator. Off Does not use AF illuminator.
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 64 AF Mode Selects the auto focus operation mode. Single Automatically adjusts the focus when you press and hold the shutter button halfway down. This mode is useful for shooting stationary subjects. Monitor Automatically adjusts the focus before you press and hold the shutter button halfway down. This mode shortens the time needed for focusing. • Battery consumption is faster than in [Single] mode.
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 64 Image size and total zoom scale using Smart zoom (Including optical zoom 4×) Size Total zoom scale DSC-W130 DSC-W110/W115/W120/W125 5M Approx. 5.0× Approx. 4.7× 3M Approx. 6.4× Approx. 6.0× VGA Approx. 20× Approx. 19× 16:9 (2M) Approx. 6.8× Approx. 6.4× • You cannot use the Digital zoom when: – (Smile Shutter) mode is selected in the Scene Selection mode. – The LCD screen is off.
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 64 Shooting Settings — Shooting Settings 2 The default settings are marked with . Auto Orientation (DSC-W120/W125/W130 only) When the camera is rotated to shoot a portrait (vertical) image, the camera records its position change and displays the image in the portrait position. On Records the image with the correct orientation. Off Does not use Auto Orientation. • Black is displayed to the left and right of vertical orientation images.
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 64 Clock Settings Clock Settings Sets the date and time. 1 Select [ Clock Settings] from (Settings) on the HOME screen. 2 Press z on the control button. 3 Select the date display format with v/V on the control button, then press z. 4 Select each item with b/B and set the numeric value with v/V, then press z. 5 Select [OK], then press z. • Midnight is indicated as 12:00 AM, and noon as 12:00 PM.
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 64 Language Setting Language Setting Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages.
Viewing images on a TV Viewing images on a TV You can view images on a TV by connecting the camera to a TV. The connection varies according to the type of TV the camera is connected to. Viewing images by connecting the camera to a TV with the supplied cable for multi-use terminal Turn off both the camera and the TV before connecting the camera to the TV. 1 Connect the camera to the TV with the cable for multi-use terminal (supplied).
Viewing images on a TV Viewing an image by connecting the camera to an HDTV You can view an image with high quality* recorded on the camera by connecting the camera to an HD (High Definition) TV with the component cable (not supplied). Turn off both the camera and the TV before connecting the camera to the TV. * Images shot in [VGA] image size cannot be played back in HD format. • In [Wide Zoom Display], still images with an aspect of 4:3 or 3:2 can be displayed with an aspect of 16:9 (page 71).
Viewing images on a TV 3 Press (Playback) button to turn on the camera. Images shot with the camera appear on the TV. Press b/B on the control button to select the desired image. • Set [COMPONENT] to [HD(1080i)] in [Main Settings 2] by selecting (Settings) on the HOME screen (page 70). • When using the camera abroad, it may be necessary to switch the video signal output to match that of your TV system (page 71). • You cannot view movies output in [HD(1080i)] signal format.
Using your computer Enjoying your Windows computer For details on using a Macintosh computer, refer to “Using your Macintosh computer” (page 95). Illustrations of screens used in this section are based on the English version. Install the software (supplied) first (page 83) • Installing the software as follows: – “Picture Motion Browser” – “Music Transfer” Copying images to your computer (page 87) • Copying images to your computer using “Picture Motion Browser”.
Enjoying your Windows computer 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 SP4, Windows XP* SP2, Windows Vista* • 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. • Log on as Administrator. 1 Turn on your computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive. 4 Read the agreement carefully. If you accept the terms of the agreement, click the radio button next to [I accept the terms of the license agreement] and then click [Next]. The installation menu screen appears. 5 Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation.
Installing the software (supplied) After you install the software, the short cut icons for “Picture Motion Browser”, “PMB Guide”, “Music Transfer” are created on the desktop. Double-click to start “Picture Motion Browser”. Double-click to start “PMB Guide”. Double-click to start “Music Transfer”.
On the “Picture Motion Browser” (supplied) You can use still images and movies from the camera more than ever by taking advantage of the software. This section summarizes the “Picture Motion Browser”. “Picture Motion Browser” overview With the “Picture Motion Browser” you can: • Import images shot with the camera and display them on the computer. • Organize images on the computer on a calendar by shooting date to view them. • Copy images on the computer to the recording media.
On the “Picture Motion Browser” (supplied) • On termination of the operation of Sony server, the termination will be informed of beforehand on Sony websites, etc. • The URL redirected to by Sony server, etc., may be recorded for improving future Sony products and services. In this case, personal data will not be recorded.
Copying images to your computer using the “Picture Motion Browser” Preparing the camera and the computer Connecting the camera to your computer 1 Insert a “Memory Stick Duo” with recorded images into the camera. • When copying images in the internal memory, this step is unnecessary.
Copying images to your computer using the “Picture Motion Browser” Copying images to a computer 1 Connects the camera to a computer as described in “Connecting the camera to your computer”. After making a USB connection, the [Import Media Files] screen of “Picture Motion Browser” appears automatically. • For details on the “Picture Motion Browser”, refer to “PMB Guide”. Viewing images on your computer When importing is complete, the “Picture Motion Browser” starts.
Copying images to your computer using the “Picture Motion Browser” To delete the USB connection Perform the procedures from step 1 to 4 below before: • 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.
Copying images to your computer using the “Picture Motion Browser” • Image files are named as follows: – Still image files: DSC0ssss.JPG – Movie files: MOV0ssss.MPG – Index image files that are recorded when you record movies: MOV0ssss.THM ssss stands for any number within the range from 0001 to 9999. The numerical portions of the name of a movie file recorded in movie mode and its corresponding index image file are the same. • For more information about folders, see pages 63 and 66.
Copying images to a computer without “Picture Motion Browser” You can copy images to your computer without “Picture Motion Browser” as follows. Copying images to a computer –Windows Vista/XP For a computer with a Memory Stick slot: This section describes an example of copying images to the “Documents” (For Windows XP: “My Documents”). Remove the “Memory Stick Duo” from the camera and insert it in the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor. Insert the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor in the computer and copy the images.
Copying images to a computer without “Picture Motion Browser” 3 Click [Open folder to view files] (For Windows XP: [Open folder to view files] t [OK]) as the wizard screen appears automatically on the desktop. 6 Click the [Documents] (For Windows XP: [My Documents]) folder. Then, right-click on the “Documents” window to display the menu and click [Paste]. 1 2 • When the wizard screen does not appear automatically, follow the procedure: t “For Windows 2000”. 4 Double-click [DCIM].
Viewing image files stored on a computer with the camera copying to the “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”. • Skip step 1 if the file name set with the camera has not been changed. • You may not able to play back some images depending on the image size.
Using the “Music Transfer” (supplied) You can change the Music files that are preset at the factory to the desired Music files using “Music Transfer” in the CDROM (supplied). You can also delete or add these files whenever you want. Adding/Changing Music using “Music Transfer” The music formats you can transfer with “Music Transfer” are listed below: • MP3 files stored on the hard disk drive of your computer • Music on CDs • Preset-music saved on the camera 1 Press HOME button to display the HOME screen.
Using your Macintosh computer You can copy images to your Macintosh computer. • “Picture Motion Browser” 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/ Mac OS X(v10.1 to v10.5) USB jack: Provided as standard Recommended environment for using “Music Transfer” OS (pre-installed): Mac OS X (v10.3 to v10.
Using your Macintosh computer 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. To install “Music Transfer” • Shut down all other application software before you install “Music Transfer”. • For installation, you need to log on as Administrator. 1 Turn on your Macintosh computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive.
Viewing “Cyber-shot Step-up Guide” When you install “Cyber-shot Handbook”, “Cyber-shot Step-up Guide” is also installed. “Cyber-shot Step-up Guide” further introduces how to use the camera and optional accessories. Viewing on Macintosh 1 Copy the [stepupguide] folder in the [stepupguide] folder to your computer. Viewing on Windows Double-click (Step-up Guide) on the desktop.
Printing still images How to print still images When you print images shot in [16:9] mode, both edges may be cut off, so be sure to check before printing (page 112). Printing directly using a PictBridge compliant printer (page 99) You can print images by connecting the camera directly to a PictBridge compliant printer. Printing directly using a “Memory Stick” compliant printer You can print images with a “Memory Stick” compliant printer.
Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer Even if you do not have a computer, you can print images shot using the camera by connecting the camera directly to a PictBridge compliant printer. • “PictBridge” is based on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) • You cannot print movies. • If the indicator flashes on the screen of the camera (error notification), check the connected printer.
Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer 2 Turn on the printer. Press (Playback) button and turn on the camera. After the connection is made, the indicator appears. Stage 3: Selecting images you want to print Select [This Image] or [Multiple Images] with v/V, then press z. When you select [This Image] You can print the selected image. Move on to Stage 4. When you select [Multiple Images] You can print multiple selected images.
Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer [Size] Selects the size of the printing sheet. [Date] Selects [Day & Time] or [Date] to insert the date and time on images. • When you choose [Date], the date will be inserted in the order you select (page 76). This function may not be provided depending on the printer. 2 Select [OK] with v, 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.
Printing at a shop You can take a “Memory Stick Duo” containing images shot with the 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. Marking a selected image MENU button • You cannot print images stored in the internal memory at a print shop directly from the camera.
Printing at a shop Selecting and marking the images 5 Select [OK] with v, then press z. The 1 Press MENU button while mark appears on the screen. Single Image displaying images in singleimage mode or in index mode. 2 Select [DPOF] with v/V on the control button, [Multiple Images] with b/B, and then press z. Index Display 3 Select an image to mark with the control button, then press z. The mark is attached to the selected image.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with the camera, try the following solutions. 1 Check the items on pages 105 to 114. If a code such as “C/E:ss:ss” appears on the screen, see page 115. 2 Remove the battery pack, wait for about one minute, re-insert the battery pack, then turn on the power. 3 Initialize the settings (page 69). 4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Troubleshooting Battery pack and power Cannot insert the battery pack. • Insert the battery pack correctly to push the battery eject lever. Cannot turn on the camera. • After inserting the battery pack into the camera, it may take a few moments for the camera to power up. • Insert the battery pack correctly. • The battery pack is discharged. Insert a charged battery pack. • The battery pack is dead (page 122). Replace it with a new one. • Use a recommended battery pack. The power turns off suddenly.
Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies Cannot record images. • Check the free capacity of the internal memory or “Memory Stick Duo”. If it is full, do one of the following: – Delete unnecessary images (page 39). – Change the “Memory Stick Duo”. • You cannot record images while charging the flash. • When shooting a still image, set the mode dial to a position other than . • Set the mode dial to when shooting movies. • The image size is set to [640(Fine)] when recording movies.
Troubleshooting Zoom does not work. • You cannot use the Smart zoom depending on the image size (page 73). • You cannot use the Digital Zoom when shooting movies. • You cannot change the zoom scale while shooting a movie. • Confirm that the [Conversion Lens] setting is correct (page 74). The flash does not work. • The flash is set to (Flash forced off) (page 27). • You cannot use the flash when: – [REC Mode] is set to [Burst] or Exposure Bracket (DSC-W130 only) (page 48).
Troubleshooting The screen is too dark or too bright. • Adjust the brightness of the LCD backlight (page 21). The image is too dark. • You are shooting a subject with a light source behind the subject. Select the metering mode (page 50) or adjust the exposure (page 49). The image is too bright. • Adjust the exposure (page 49). The image colors are not correct. • Set [Color Mode] to [Normal] (page 55). Vertical streaks appear when you are shooting a very bright subject.
Troubleshooting Cannot shoot images in succession. • The internal memory or “Memory Stick Duo” is full. Delete unnecessary images (page 39). • The battery level is low. Insert the charged battery pack. Viewing images Cannot play back images. • Press (Playback) button (page 34). • The folder/file name has been changed on your computer (page 93). • Sony does not guarantee playback of image files on the camera if the files have been processed using a computer or recorded with another camera.
Troubleshooting Deleting Cannot delete an image. • Cancel the protection (page 62). Computers Computer OS compatibility with camera is unknown. • Check “Recommended computer environment” on page 82 for Windows, and page 95 for Macintosh. “Memory Stick PRO Duo” is not recognized by a computer with a “Memory Stick” slot. • Check that the computer and the Memory Stick Reader/Writer support “Memory Stick PRO Duo”.
Troubleshooting After making a USB connection, “Picture Motion Browser” does not start automatically. • Make the USB connection after the computer is turned on (page 87). Cannot play back images on your computer. • If you are using “Picture Motion Browser”, refer to “PMB Guide” (page 85). • Consult the computer or software manufacturer. You do not know how to use “Picture Motion Browser”. • Refer to “PMB Guide” (page 85). The image and sound are interrupted by noise when you view a movie on a computer.
Troubleshooting Internal memory Cannot playback or record images using the internal memory. • There is a “Memory Stick Duo” inserted in the camera. Remove it. Cannot copy the data stored in the internal memory to a “Memory Stick Duo”. • The “Memory Stick Duo” is full. Copy the image to the “Memory Stick Duo” with sufficient free capacity. Cannot copy the data on the “Memory Stick Duo” or the computer to the internal memory. • This feature is not available.
Troubleshooting PictBridge compliant printer A connection cannot be established. • The camera cannot be connected directly to a printer that is not compliant with the PictBridge standard. Consult the printer manufacturer as to whether the printer is compliant with PictBridge or not. • Check that the printer is turned on and can be connected to the camera. • Set [USB Connect] to [PictBridge] (page 70). • Disconnect and connect the cable for multi-use terminal again.
Troubleshooting Cannot print the image at the size selected. • When you use paper of a different size after connecting the printer to the camera, disconnect and then reconnect the cable for multi-use terminal. • The print setting of the camera differs from that of the printer. Change the setting of either the camera (page 101) or the printer. Cannot operate the camera after canceling printing. • Wait for a while as the printer is carrying out the cancellation.
Warning indicators and messages Self-diagnosis display If a code starting with a letter of the alphabet appears, the self-diagnosis function on the camera is working. The last two digits (indicated by ss) will differ depending on the state of the camera. If you cannot solve the problem even after trying the following corrective actions a few times, the camera may need repair. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. C:32:ss • There is trouble with the camera’s hardware.
Warning indicators and messages Cannot access Memory Stick Access denied • You are using the “Memory Stick Duo” with the access controlled. Error formatting Memory Stick Error formatting internal memory • Format the media again (pages 66, 68). Memory Stick locked • 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.
Warning indicators and messages Macro is invalid • The macro is unavailable under the current settings (page 31). Error Playing Music • Delete the Music file, or replace it with a normal Music file. • Execute [Format Music], then Flash settings cannot be changed • The flash is unavailable under the current settings (page 31). download a new Music files. Error Formatting Music • Execute [Format Music]. Maximum number of images already selected • You can select up to 100 images.
Warning indicators and messages Self-Timer is invalid • The self-timer is unavailable under these settings (page 31).
Others Using the camera abroad — Power sources You can use the camera, the battery charger (supplied), and the AC-LS5K AC Adaptor (not supplied) in any country or region where the power supply is within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. • Do not use an electronic transformer (travel converter), as this may cause a malfunction.
On the “Memory Stick Duo” A “Memory Stick Duo” is a compact, portable IC recording medium. The types of “Memory Stick Duo” that can be used with the camera are listed in the table below. However, proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all “Memory Stick Duo” functions.
On the “Memory Stick Duo” Notes on using the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor (not supplied) • To use a “Memory Stick Duo” with a “Memory Stick” compliant device, be sure to insert the “Memory Stick Duo” into a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor. If you insert a “Memory Stick Duo” into a “Memory Stick” compliant device without a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor, you might not be able to remove it from the device.
On the battery pack On charging the battery pack On battery life We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F). The battery pack may not be fully charged in temperatures outside this range. • The battery life is limited. Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use. If decreased usage time between charges becomes significant, it is probably time to replace it with a new one.
On the battery charger On the battery charger • Do not charge any battery pack other than the NP-BG type or NP-FG type battery packs in the battery charger (supplied). Batteries other than the specified kind may leak, overheat, or explode if you attempt to charge them, posing a risk of injury from electrocution and burns. • Remove the charged battery pack from the battery charger. If you leave the charged battery pack in the charger, battery life may be shortened.
Index Index A Computer ............................. 81 E Adjusting EV ..................22, 49 Copying images ...... 87, 95 Easy Shooting....................... 26 AE/AF lock indicator .....26, 52 Macintosh ..................... 95 EV......................................... 49 AF Illuminator......................72 Recommended environment ............ 82, 95 Exposure................................. 9 AF lock .................................52 Software........................ 83 AF Mode...
Index I Monitor................................. 73 R Identifying parts....................15 MPG ..................................... 90 Radial Blur............................59 Image file storage destinations and file names................89 MTP ..................................... 70 REC Mode ............................48 Multi AF............................... 51 Red Eye Correction ..............58 Image quality ........................11 Multi Connector .......
Index Spot metering .......................50 Spot metering cross hairs .....50 SteadyShot............................56 T Trimming..............................57 Troubleshooting..................104 TV.........................................78 Twilight ................................30 Twilight Portrait ...................30 U Underexposure........................9 Unsharp masking ..................58 USB Connect ........................70 Using the camera abroad ....119 V VGA ......................
Notes on the License “C Library”, “Expat” and “zlib” software are provided in the camera. We provide this software based on license agreements with their owners of copyright. Based on requests by the owners of copyright of these software applications, we have an obligation to inform you of the following. Please read the following sections. Read “license1.pdf” in the “License” folder on the CD-ROM. You will find licenses (in English) of “C Library”, “Expat” and “zlib” software.
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