VCLICK! Table of contents Basic Operations Using functions for shooting Digital Still Camera Cyber-shot Handbook Using functions for viewing Customizing the settings DSC-W80/W85/W90 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 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”. • If you do not intend to use the battery pack for a long time, use up the existing charge and remove it from your camera, then store it in a cool, dry place. This is to maintain the battery pack functions. • For details on the usable battery pack, see page 115.
Table of contents Notes on using your camera .....................................................................2 Basic techniques for better images ...........................................................7 Focus – Focusing on a subject successfully..................................................... 7 Exposure – Adjusting the light intensity ............................................................ 8 Color – On the effects of lighting................................................................
Table of contents Using functions for viewing Playing back images from the HOME screen ............................. 48 (Single Image): Playing back a single image (Index Display): Playing back a list of images (Slide Show): Playing back a series of images Viewing menu .....................................................................................
Table of contents Language Setting..............................................................................69 Viewing images on a TV Viewing images on a TV..........................................................................70 Using your computer Enjoying your Windows computer ...........................................................73 Installing the software (supplied).............................................................75 Copying images to your computer..............................
Table of contents Index Index .....................................................................................................
Basic techniques for better images Focus Exposure Color Quality 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 21), the HOME screen (page 33), the menus (page 35), and so on. 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 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 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 Daylight Cloudy Fluorescent Incandescent Characteristics of light White (standard) Bluish Green-tinged Reddish The color tones are adjusted automatically in the auto adjustment mode. However, you can adjust color tones manually with [White Bal] (page 45).
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 picture becomes large, it takes up more memory, and the image is displayed in fine detail. “Image size” is shown by the number of pixels.
Basic techniques for better images The default settings are marked with . Image size Guidelines 8M (3264×2448) (DSC-W90 only) For prints up to A3 (11×17") 3:21) (3264×2176) (DSC-W90 only) Shoot in 3:2 aspect ratio 7M (3072×2304) (DSC-W80/W85 only) For prints up to A3 (11×17") 3:21) (3072×2048) (DSC-W80/W85 only) Shoot in 3:2 aspect ratio No. of images 5M (2592×1944) For prints up to A4 (8.
Identifying parts See the pages in parentheses for details of operation.
Identifying parts O Access lamp P Battery eject lever Q 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. R Speaker S Tripod receptacle (bottom) • Use a tripod with a screw length of less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). You will be unable to firmly secure the camera to tripods having screws longer than 5.
Indicators on the screen Each time you press v (DISP) button, the display changes (page 18). See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. When shooting still images A Display Indication Battery remaining E Low battery warning (109) Image size (37) • is displayed only for the DSC-W90. • is displayed only for the DSC-W80/W85. Mode dial (Scene Selection) (26) Mode dial (Program) (21) White balance (45) When shooting movies Recording mode (39) BRK ±1.
Indicators on the screen B D Display Indication Display Indication 1.0m Focus preset distance (42) C:32:00 Self-diagnosis display z AE/AF lock (22) (109) Standby REC Standby a movie/Recording a movie Self-timer (24) ISO400 ISO number (41) NR slow shutter • When the shutter speed drops below a certain speed in low light conditions, the NR (Noise Reduction) slow shutter function activates automatically to reduce the picture noise. 125 Shutter speed F3.5 Aperture value +2.
Indicators on the screen When playing back still images A Display Indication Battery remaining Image size (37) • is displayed only for the DSC-W90. • is displayed only for the DSC-W80/W85. Protect (53) VOL. Volume (29) Print order (DPOF) mark When playing back movies (96) PictBridge connecting (94) Zoom scaling (29) PictBridge connecting (95) • Do not disconnect the cable for multi-use terminal while the icon is displayed.
Indicators on the screen C Display Indication Playback Media Playback folder (55) • This does not appear when using internal memory. 8/8 12/12 Image number/Number of images recorded in selected folder Change folder (55) • This does not appear when using internal memory. Metering mode (42) Flash White balance (45) C:32:00 Self-diagnosis display (109) ISO400 ISO number (41) +2.0EV Exposure Value (41) 500 Shutter speed F3.
Changing the screen display v (DISP) (Screen display button) button Each time you press the v (DISP) button, the display changes as follows. Brightness of LCD backlight up Histogram on During playback, the image information is displayed. Indicators off LCD screen off Indicators on 18 Histogram display (page 19) • 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.
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) repeatedly to display the histogram inside 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 31 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 Basic Operations : Auto Adjustment mode Allows easy shooting with the settings adjusted automatically. t page 22 : 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 setting using the menu.
Shooting images easily (Auto Adjustment mode) Mode dial Shutter button Macro button Finder DISP button Zoom button Flash button MENU button Self-timer button z button HOME button v/V/b/B button Control 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 steady, keeping your arm at your side. Position the subject in the center of the focus frame. 3 Shoot with the shutter button.
Shooting images easily (Auto Adjustment mode) 2Press the shutter button fully down. AE/AF lock Press the shutter button fully down. To stop recording, press the shutter button fully down again. Basic Operations When shooting movies: If you shoot a still image of a subject that is difficult to focus on • The shortest shooting distance is approx. 50 cm (19 3/4 inches). Shoot in the close-up (Macro) mode when you shoot a subject closer than the shooting distance (page 24).
Shooting images easily (Auto Adjustment mode) Flash (Selecting a flash mode for still images) Press B ( ) on the control button repeatedly until the desired mode is selected. (No indicator): Flash Auto Strobes when there is insufficient light or backlight (default setting). : Flash forced on : Slow synchro (Flash forced on) The shutter speed is slow in a dark place to clearly shoot the background that is out of flash light. : Flash forced off • The flash strobes twice.
Shooting images easily (Auto Adjustment mode) Self-timer lamp Basic Operations To cancel, press V ( ) again. • Use the 2-second delay self-timer to prevent blur of an image made by the shaking of the camera when pressing the shutter button.
Shooting still images (Scene Selection) Shutter button Mode dial 1 Select the desired mode of Scene Selection ( , the mode dial. • For details on mode, see next page. 2 Shoot with the shutter button. To cancel the Scene selection Set the mode dial to other than the mode of Scene Selection.
Shooting still images (Scene Selection) Scene Selection modes The following modes are predetermined to match the scene conditions. High Sensitivity Allows you to shoot images without a flash under low light conditions, reducing blur. Twilight* Allows you to shoot night scenes at far distance without losing the dark atmosphere of the surroundings. Landscape Soft Snap Allows you to shoot images with a softer atmosphere for portraits of people, flowers, etc.
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. ( : you can select the desired setting) Macro Flash Face Detection Burst/ Bracket — — EV White Bal * Red Eye Reduction — — — — — — — — — / — — / — — / — — * [Flash] cannot be selected.
Viewing images (Playback zoom)/ (Index) button z button v/V/b/B button HOME button 1 Press Control button Basic Operations (Playback) button MENU button (Playback zoom) button (Playback) button. • If you press (Playback) when the camera is powered off, the camera is turned on automatically and set to playback mode. To switch to the shooting mode, press (Playback) again. 2 Select an image with b/B on the control button. Movie: Press z to playback a movie. (Press z again to stop playback.
Viewing images Viewing 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. When using the “Memory Stick Duo”, if there are number of folders, select the folder selection bar with b, then select the desired folder with v/V. • You can also access the index screen by selecting [ Index Display] from (View Images) on the HOME screen.
Deleting images (Index) button (Playback) button z button v/V/b/B button Control button 1 Press Basic Operations MENU button (Playback) button. 2 Press MENU while display in single-image mode or in index mode. 3 Select [Delete] with 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.
Deleting images When you select [This Image] Deletes the selected image. Select [OK] with v, then press z. When you select [Multiple Images] Selects and deletes multiple images at once. 1 Select the images you want to delete, then press z. mark is checked in the checkbox of the image. Single Image Index Display 2 Press MENU. 3 Select [OK] with v, then press z. When you select [All In This Folder] Deletes all the images in the selected folder. Select [OK] with v, then press z.
Learning the various functions – HOME/Menu Using the HOME screen The HOME screen is the basic screen used for accessing the various functions you can access the HOME screen regardless of the shooting/viewing mode. Control button HOME button Basic Operations z button v/V/b/B button 1 Press HOME to display the HOME screen. 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 button displays the following items. Details on the items are displayed on the screen by the guide. Category Items Shooting* Shooting (page 21) View Images Single Image (page 48) Index Display (page 48) Slide Show (page 48) Printing, Other Print (page 93) Music Tool (page 89) Download Music Manage Memory Format Music Memory Tool Memory Stick Tool (page 58) Format Change REC. Folder Create REC.
Learning the various functions – HOME/Menu Using the menu items MENU button Control button 1 Press MENU to display the menu. Basic Operations z button v/V/b/B button Face Detection Off Face defection off Function Guide Setting [Function Guide] to [Off] turns off the function guide (page 62). • The menu will be displayed only during shooting and playback mode. • Different items will become visible depending on the selected mode. 2 Select the desired menu item with v/V on the control button.
Menu items The available menu items vary depending on the camera mode. The shooting menu is available only in the shooting mode, and the viewing menu is available only in the playback mode. Also, the menu items available vary depending on the mode dial position. Only the available items are displayed on the screen.
Using functions for shooting Shooting menu The functions in shooting mode using MENU button are described below. For details on how to operate the menu, see page 35. You cannot select the mode displayed in grey. Unavailable The default settings are marked with Available . For still images (DSC-W90 only) (DSC-W80/W85 only) Selects image size for shooting still images. For details, see pages 10, 11.
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 35 Face Detection: Detecting the face of subject Selects whether to use the Face Detect function or not. (On) Detecting the faces of your subject will also adjust focus, strobe, exposure, white balance, and pre-strobe for red-eye reduction. Face Detection mark Face Detection frame (Off) Does not use Face Detection function. • Available only for Soft Snap when you select the Scene Selection mode. In this case, the default setting will be [On].
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 35 REC Mode: Selecting the continuous shooting method Selects whether the camera performs continuous shooting or not when you press the shutter button. (Normal) (Burst) Does not shoot continuously. Records up to 100 images in succession when you press and hold down the shutter button. BRK ±0.7EV BRK ±1.0EV (Flash forced off). Records a series of three images with the exposure values automatically shifted (Exposure Bracket).
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 35 Color Mode: Changing the vividness of the image or adding special effects You can change the brightness of the image, accompanied by effects. (Normal) (Vivid) Sets the image to bright and deep color. (Natural) Sets the image to quiet color. (Sepia) Sets the image to sepia color. (B & W) Sets the image to monochromatic color. • You can select only [Normal], [Sepia] or [B & W] when shooting movies.
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 35 ISO: Selecting a luminous sensitivity Low ISO sensitivity High ISO sensitivity Selects a luminous sensitivity with units of ISO. The larger the number, the higher the sensitivity. • • • • Using functions for shooting Select a large number when shooting in dark locations or shooting a subject moving at high speed, or select a small number to obtain high image quality. For details on the ISO sensitivity, see page 8.
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 35 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 (Center AF) (Only for still image) For details on the operation 1 page 35 Focuses on a subject in the center of the finder frame automatically. • Using together with the AF lock function lets you shoot in the desired image composition. AF range finder frame AF range finder frame indicator Focuses on an extremely small subject or a narrow area automatically. • Using together with the AF lock function lets you shoot in the desired image composition.
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 35 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] or [Spot AF], the camera may not focus on a subject at the edge of the frame. P 96 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).
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 35 White Bal: Adjusting the color tones Adjusts the color tones according to the lighting condition in a situation, for example, when the colors of an image look strange. (Auto) Adjusts the White Balance automatically. 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 (Flash) For details on the operation 1 page 35 Adjusts for the flash conditions. • You cannot select this item when shooting movies. • For details on the white balance, see page 9. • Under fluorescent lights that flicker, the white balance function may not work correctly even though you select [Fluorescent Light 1], [Fluorescent Light 2], [Fluorescent Light 3]. • Except in [Flash] modes, [White Bal] is set to [Auto] when the flash strobes.
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 35 • Because it takes about a second until the shutter clicks, hold the camera firmly to prevent the effects of vibration. Also, do not let the subject move. • Red-eye reduction may not produce the desired effects depending on individual differences, the distance to the subject, if the subject does not see the pre-strobe, or other conditions.
Using functions for viewing Playing back images from the HOME screen You can select the ways to playback images. HOME button 1 Press HOME. 2 Select (View Images) with b/B on the control button. 3 Select the desired viewing method with v/V. (Single Image): Playing back a single image Displays the image shot last. This is the same as pressing the (Playback) (page 29). (Index Display): Playing back a list of images Displays a list of images contained in the selected folder.
Playing back images from the HOME screen To display the previous/next image Press b/B while the slide show is paused. To adjust the volume of the music Press V to display the volume control screen, the press b/B to adjust the volume. To end the slide show Select [Exit] with v/V while the slide show is paused, then press z. To change the setup The default settings are marked with . Image When you use a “Memory Stick Duo” (not supplied) Folder Plays back all the images in the selected folder.
Playing back images from the HOME screen Music The preset-Music differs depending on the effect you select. Music 1 The default setting for a [Simple] slide show. Music 2 The default setting for a [Nostalgic] slide show. Music 3 The default setting for a [Stylish] slide show. Music 4 The default setting for a [Active] slide show. Off Setting for a [Normal] slide show. No Music available. Interval 3 sec Sets the display interval of images for a [Normal] slide show.
Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 35 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 35. (Delete): Deleting images Selects and deletes images on the single-image screen or the index screen. see page 31 (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 (Fisheye Lens) For details on the operation 1 page 35 Applies a fisheye effect around a chosen point. 1 Set the center point of the desired image to retouch with v/V/ b/B, then press MENU button. 2 Select [Level] with v/V and press z, adjust level of retouch with v/V, then press z again. 3 Select [OK] with v/V, then press z. (Cross Filter) Adds starburst effects to light sources. 1 Select [Level] with v/V and press z, adjust level of retouch with v/V, then press z again.
Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 35 (Protect): Preventing accidental erasure Protects images against accidental erasure. (This Image) Protects/unlocks the currently selected image. (Multiple Images) Selects and protects/unlocks multiple images. To protect an image 1 Select the images you want to protect while displaying images in single-image mode or in index mode. 2 Press MENU. 3 Select [Protect] with v/V, and select [This Image] with b/B, then press z.
Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 35 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. (Protect) indicator disappears. • 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. : Adding a Print order mark Adds (Print order) mark to images you want to print.
Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 35 (Select Folder): Selecting the folder for viewing images Selects the folder containing the image you want to playback when using the camera with “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 selection Select [Exit] in step 2, then press z.
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 Control button z button v/V/b/B button HOME button 1 Press HOME to display the HOME screen. 2 Select (Manage Memory) or (Settings) with b/B on the control button. 3 Select the desired item with v/V, then press z. 4 Press B and select the desired setting with v/V, then press z.
Customizing the Manage Memory feature and the Settings For details on the operation 1 page 56 5 Select the desired setting with v/V, then press z. To cancel the setting change Select [Cancel] if it is one of the setting item, then press z. If not, press b on the control button. • This setting is maintained even when the power is turned off. • The camera is set to the shooting mode by pressing the shutter button halfway down.
Manage Memory For details on the operation 1 page 56 Memory Tool — Memory Stick Tool This item appears only when a “Memory Stick Duo” is inserted in the camera. Format Formats the “Memory Stick Duo”. A commercially available “Memory Stick Duo” is already formatted, and can be used immediately. • Note that formatting irrevocably erases all data on a “Memory Stick Duo”, including even protected images. 1 Select [Format] with v/V/b/B on the control button, then press z.
Manage Memory For details on the operation 1 page 56 Change REC. Folder Changes the folder currently used for recording images. 1 Select [Change REC. Folder] with v/V/b/B 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.
Manage Memory For details on the operation 1 page 56 Copy Copies all images in the internal memory to a “Memory Stick Duo”. 1 Insert a “Memory Stick Duo” having 32 MB or larger capacity. 2 Select [Copy] with v/V/b/B on the control button, then press z. The message “All data in internal memory will be copied” appears. 3 Select [OK] with v, then press z. Copying starts. To cancel the copying Select [Cancel] in step 3, then press z. • Use a fully charged battery pack.
Manage Memory For details on the operation 1 page 56 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 irrevocably erases all data in the internal memory, including even protected images. 1 Select [Format] with v/V/b/B on the control button, then press z. The message “All data in internal memory will be erased” appears. 2 Select [OK] with v, then press z. The format is completed.
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 56 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 button/press the shutter button. Off Turns off the beep/shutter sound. Function Guide When you operate the camera, the description of functions is displayed. On Displays the function guide.
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 56 Main settings — Main Settings 2 The default settings are marked with . USB Connect Selects the USB mode to be used when connecting the camera to a computer or a PictBridge compliant printer using the cable for multi-use terminal. Connects the camera to a PictBridge compliant printer (page 93). When you connect the camera to a computer, the copy wizard starts automatically, and the images in the recording folder on the camera are copied to the computer.
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 56 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 72 for the TV color system of the country or region where the camera is used. 64 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 56 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 56 AF Mode Selects the auto focus operation mode. Single Automatically adjusts the focus when the shutter button is pressed and held halfway down. This mode is useful for shooting stationary subjects. Monitor 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.
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 56 Shooting Settings — Shooting Settings 2 The default settings are marked with . Auto Orientation When the camera is rotated to shoot a portrait image, the camera records its position change and displays the image in the portrait position. On Records the image with the correct orientation. Off Auto Orientation deactivated. • Depending on the shooting angle of the camera, the orientation of the image may not be recorded correctly.
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 56 Clock Settings Clock Settings Sets the date and time. 1 Select [ Clock Settings] from (Settings) on the HOME screen. 2 Select the date display format with v/V, then press z. 3 Select each item with b/B and set the numeric value with v/V, then press z. 4 Select [OK], then press z. To cancel the clock setting Select [Cancel] in step 4, then press z.
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 56 Language Setting Language Setting Selects the language to be used to display the menu items, warnings, and messages.
Viewing images on a TV Viewing images on a TV You can view images on a TV screen 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 your camera to a TV with the supplied cable for multi-use terminal Turn off both your camera and the TV before connecting the camera and the TV. 1 Connect the camera to the TV.
Viewing images on a TV Viewing an image by connecting your camera to a HD TV You can view an image recorded on the camera by connecting the camera to an HD (High Definition) TV with the component cable (not supplied). Turn off both your camera and the TV before connecting the camera and the TV. 1 Connect the camera to the TV.
Viewing images on a TV • Set [COMPONENT] to [HD(1080i)] in [Main Settings 2] by selecting (Settings) on the HOME screen (page 63). • When using your camera abroad, it may be necessary to switch the video signal output to match that of your TV system (page 64). 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.
Using your computer Enjoying your Windows computer For details on using a Macintosh computer, refer to “Using your Macintosh computer” (page 90). This section describes the English version of screen contents.
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, Windows XP Home Edition or Windows XP Professional • Operation is not assured in an environment based on an upgrade of the operating systems described above or in a multi-boot environment.
Installing the software (supplied) You can install the software (supplied) using the following procedure. • When using Windows 2000, do not connect the camera to the computer before installation. • In Windows 2000/XP, log on as Administrator. • When the software (supplied) 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.
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 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 your computer Stage 2: Connecting the camera and your computer • When the software (supplied) has been installed, the [Import Images] screen (page 84) may be displayed. In this case, you can import images directly using “Picture Motion Browser”. Stage 3-A: Copying images to a computer 1 To a USB jack 2 To the multi connector This section describes an example of copying images to a “My Documents” folder.
Copying images to your computer • If no “Memory Stick Duo” is inserted, images in the internal memory appear. 3 Click the check box of unwanted images to remove the checkmark so they are not copied, then click [Next]. 1 5 Click the radio button next to [Nothing. I’m finished working with these pictures] to select it, then click [Next]. 1 2 2 The “Picture Name and Destination” screen appears. 4 Select a name and destination for the images, then click [Next].
Copying images to your computer 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 • If the “Removable Disk” icon is not displayed, see page 104. 2 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].
Copying images to your computer 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].
Copying images to your computer Image file storage destinations and file names The image files recorded with your camera are grouped as folders on the “Memory Stick Duo”. Example: viewing folders on Windows XP • Image files are named as follows. ssss stands for any number within the range from 0001 to 9999. The numerical portions of the name of a movie file recorded in movie mode and its corresponding index image file are the same. – Still image files: DSC0ssss.JPG – Movie files: MOV0ssss.
Viewing image files stored on a computer with your camera (using a “Memory Stick Duo”) This section describes the process using a Windows computer as an example. When an image file copied to a computer no longer remains on a “Memory Stick Duo”, you can view that image again on the camera by copying the image file on the computer to a “Memory Stick Duo”. • Step 1 is not necessary if the file name set with your camera has not been changed.
Using the “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” and gives the basic instructions. “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.
Using the “Picture Motion Browser” (supplied) 2 Connect the camera to your computer with the cable for multiuse terminal. After the camera is automatically detected, the [Import Images] screen is displayed. Viewing images 1 Checking imported images When importing is complete, the “Picture Motion Browser” starts. Thumbnails of the imported images are displayed. • The “My Pictures” folder is set as the default folder in “Viewed folders”. • You can double-click a thumbnail to display the image by itself.
Using the “Picture Motion Browser” (supplied) Year display screen 1 2 3 Displaying individual images On the hour display screen, double-click a thumbnail to display the image by itself in a separate window. 3 Month display screen 4 • You can edit displayed images by clicking the button in the toolbar. Displaying images in full-screen mode Hour display screen • To play or pause the slide show, click the button on the lower left of the screen.
Using the “Picture Motion Browser” (supplied) Creating a data disc Images can be saved in CD or DVD as a data disc. • CD burner drive or DVD burner drive required. • The following disc can be used for creating a data disc. –CD–R/RW (12 cm) –DVD±R/RW (12 cm) –DVD+R DL (12 cm) –DVD–R DL (12 cm) Using Map View to display still images on a map If your still images have position information, you can see the images on maps online with Map View.
Using the “Picture Motion Browser” (supplied) 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”. 1 Choose [Import Settings] t [Location for Imported Images] from the [File] menu. The “Location for Imported Images” screen is displayed. 1 Click on the main screen, or choose [Register Folders to View] from the [File] menu. The settings screen for “Viewed folders” registration is displayed.
Using the “Picture Motion Browser” (supplied) To uninstall the “Picture Motion Browser” 1 Click [Start] t [Control Panel] (in Windows 2000, [Start] t [Settings] t [Control Panel]), then double-click [Add/ Remove Programs]. 2 Select [Sony Picture Utility], then click [Remove] (in Windows 2000, [Change/ Remove]) to execute the uninstallation.
Using the “Music Transfer” (supplied) You can change the Music files that are preset at the factory with desired Music files using “Music Transfer” in the CDROM (supplied). Also, you can delete or add these files whenever you want.
Using your Macintosh computer You can copy images to your Macintosh computer. • “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 v10.4) 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. 1 Turn on your Macintosh computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive. 2 Double-click (SONYPICTUTIL). 3 Double-click the [MusicTransfer.pkg] file in [MAC] folder. The installation of the software starts.
Printing still images How to print still images When you print images shot in [16:9] mode, both edges may be cut off, so be sure to check before printing (page 106). Printing directly using a PictBridge compliant printer (page 93) 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) • 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 Stage 2: Connecting the camera to the printer 1 Connect the camera to the printer. 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. 2 To the multi connector 1Select the image you want to print with b/B, then press z.
Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer When the [Layout] is not set to [1-up/ Borderless] or [1-up/Border]: Select the number of sets of images that you want to print as an index image. If you selected [This Image] in step 1, select the number of the same image you want to print side by side on a sheet as an index image. Stage 5: Completing the printing Make sure the screen has returned to Stage 2, and disconnect the cable for multi-use terminal from the camera.
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. Marking a selected image MENU button (Playback) 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. mark appears on the screen. 1 Press MENU while displaying Single Image images in single-image mode or in index mode. 2 Select [DPOF] with v/V and select [Multiple Images] with b/B, then press z. Index Display 3 Select an image to mark with the control button, then press z. mark is attached to the selected image. Single Image To cancel the selection To cancel, select [Exit] in step 5, then press z.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with your camera, try the following solutions. 1 Check the items on pages 99 to 108. If a code such as “C/E:ss:ss” appears on the screen, see page 109. 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 62). 4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Troubleshooting Battery pack and power The battery pack cannot be inserted. • Insert the battery pack correctly to push the battery eject lever. Cannot turn on the camera. • After installing the battery pack into the camera, it may take a little while to get the camera powered. • Install the battery pack correctly. • The battery pack is discharged. Insert charged battery pack. • The battery pack is dead (page 115). Replace it with a new one. • Use a recommended battery pack.
Troubleshooting • Set the mode dial to when shooting movies. • The image size is set to [640(Fine)] when recording movies. Do one of the following: – Set the image size to other than [640(Fine)]. – Insert a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”. Movie recording stops during shooting. • Movie recording stops automatically when the file size of the movie reaches approximately 2 GB. This subject is not visible on the screen. • Your camera is set to the playback mode. Press to change to the recording mode (page 29).
Troubleshooting The flash does not work. • The flash is set to (Flash forced off) (page 24). • You cannot use the flash when: – [REC Mode] is set to [Burst] or Exposure Bracket (page 39). – (High Sensitivity mode) or (Twilight mode) is selected in the Scene mode (page 28). – Shooting movies. • Set the flash to (Flash forced on) when (Landscape mode), (Beach mode), or (Snow mode) is selected in the Scene mode (page 24). Fuzzy specks appear in images shot using the flash.
Troubleshooting Vertical streaks appear when you are shooting a very bright subject. • The smear phenomenon is occurring and white or black streaks appear on the image. This phenomenon is not a malfunction. Noise appears in the image when you view the screen in a dark place. • The camera is attempting to increase the visibility of the screen by temporarily brightening the image under conditions of low illumination. There is no effect on the recorded image. The eyes of the subject come out red.
Troubleshooting The image appears rough right after playback starts. • The image may appear rough right after playback starts due to image processing. This is not a malfunction. The image does not appear on the TV screen. • Check [Video Out] to see if the video output signal of your camera is set to the color system of your TV (page 64). • Check whether the connection is correct (page 70).
Troubleshooting • Disconnect the cable for multi-use terminal from both the computer and the camera, and connect it again firmly. • Disconnect all equipment other than the camera, the keyboard and the mouse from the USB connectors of your computer. • Connect the camera directly to your computer without passing through a USB hub or other device (page 77). • The software (supplied) is not installed. Install the software (page 75).
Troubleshooting The image and sound are interrupted by noise when you view a movie on a computer. • You are playing back the movie directly from the internal memory or the “Memory Stick Duo”. Copy the movie to the hard disk of your computer, then playback the movie from the hard disk (page 76). You cannot print an image. • Refer to the operation manual of the printer. Images once copied to a computer cannot be viewed on the camera.
Troubleshooting “Memory Stick Duo” Cannot insert a “Memory Stick Duo”. • Insert it in the correct direction. Cannot format a “Memory Stick Duo”. • You are using the “Memory Stick Duo” with the write-protect switch, and the switch is set to the LOCK position. Set the switch to the recording position (page 113). You have formatted a “Memory Stick Duo” by mistake. • All the data on the “Memory Stick Duo” is deleted by formatting. You cannot restore it.
Troubleshooting Cannot print images with the date. • Using “Picture Motion Browser”, you can print images with date (page 87). • This camera does not have a feature for superimposing dates on images. However, because the images shot with the camera include information on the recording date, you can print images with the date superimposed if the printer or the software can recognize Exif information. For compatibility with Exif information, consult the manufacturer of the printer or the software.
Troubleshooting “---- -- --” is printed on the date-inserted part of the image. • Images that do not have the recording data cannot be printed with the date inserted. Set [Date] to [Off] and print the image again (page 94). Cannot select the print size. • Consult the printer manufacturer as to whether the printer can provide the desired size. Cannot print the image at the size selected.
Warning indicators and messages Self-diagnosis display Messages 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. If the following messages appear, follow the instructions.
Warning indicators and messages Memory Stick formatting error Internal memory formatting error • Format the media again (pages 58 and 61). Cannot create more folders • The folder with a name beginning with “999” exists on the “Memory Stick Duo”. You cannot create any folders if this is the case. 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 (page 113).
Warning indicators and messages Macro is invalid • The macro is unavailable under these settings (pages 24, 28). Music Error • Delete the Music file, or replace it with a normal Music file. • Execute [Format Music], then download Flash settings cannot be changed • The flash is unavailable during these settings (pages 24, 28). a new Music files. Format Music Error • Execute [Format Music]. Maximum images selected • You can select up to 100 images. Remove the checkmark.
Others To use your camera abroad — Power sources You can use your 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” 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.
On the “Memory Stick” • 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 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 varies according to how it is stored and the operating conditions and environment in which each battery pack is used. Effective use of the battery pack • Battery performance decreases in low temperature surroundings.
On the battery charger On the battery charger • Do not charge any other battery pack other than the 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 shortened.
Index Index A Adjusting EV ..................19, 41 Viewing image files stored on a computer with your camera........................... 82 AE/AF lock indicator......22, 44 Windows ....................... 73 AF Illuminator ......................65 Connecting AF lock .................................44 Computer ...................... 77 AF Mode...............................66 Printer............................ 94 AF range finder frame ..........42 TV .................................
Index L O SETUP.................................. 47 Landscape mode ...................27 Optical zoom.................. 23, 66 Shooting ............................... 37 Language Setting ..................69 OS .................................. 74, 90 Movies..................... 22, 23 LCD backlight ......................18 Overexposure ......................... 8 LCD Screen ..........................18 P Shooting Settings 2............... 67 M PAL ......................................
Index Volume..................................29 W Warning indicators and messages......................109 White Bal ..............................45 Windows computer ...............73 Recommended environment ...................74 Write-protect switch ...........113 Z Zoom.....................................
Notes on the License “C Library”, “Expat”, and “zlib” software are provided in your 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”, “License”, “zlib” software.
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