Operating Instructions (primary manual)

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3-066-742-12(1)

Digital Still Camera

Operating Instructions

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it

for future reference.

Owner’s Record

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number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you

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MVC-FD92

010cov.fm Page 1 Wednesday, February 28, 2001 10:03 AM

Summary of content (92 pages)

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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica kaihan\3066742121\3066742121MVCFD92UC\01COVMVCFD92UC\010cov.fm] masterpage:Right 010cov.fm Page 1 Wednesday, February 28, 2001 10:03 AM 3-066-742-12(1) Digital Still Camera Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica kaihan\3066742121\3066742121MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\02war.fm] masterpage:Left 02war.fm Page 2 Wednesday, February 28, 2001 10:04 AM Regulatory Information . WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. For the Customers in the U.S.A. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: MVC-FD92 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 1 Sony Drive, Park Ridge, NJ, 07656 USA Telephone No.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica kaihan\3066742121\3066742121MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\02war.fm] masterpage:Right 02war.fm Page 3 Wednesday, February 28, 2001 10:04 AM The supplied interface cable must be used with the equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules. For the Customers in the U.S.A. and Canada DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM ION BATTERY. LITHIUM ION BATTERY. DISPOSE OF PROPERLY.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica kaihan\3066742121\3066742121MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\02war.fm] masterpage:Left 02war.fm Page 4 Wednesday, February 28, 2001 10:04 AM Be sure to read the following before using your camera Operating instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. As you read through this manual, buttons and settings on the camera are shown in capital letters. e.g. Press DISPLAY.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\01covTOC.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 5 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM Table of contents Introduction .....................................6 Getting started Identifying the parts .........................7 Preparing the power supply .............9 Setting the date and time ...............14 Inserting a floppy disk ...................16 Inserting a “Memory Stick” ..........17 Basic operations B Recording Recording still images .....
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\03pre.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 6 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM Introduction Deletes undesired images right away, checking the image after shooting The digital still camera is able to play back the image and delete it right away.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\03pre.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 7 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM Getting started Identifying the parts See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. 7 2 8 Getting started 1 3 4 9 5 0 qa 6 qs A Self-timer lamp (22) G Lens B Flash (22) C Shutter button (18, 23) H Built-in microphone Do not touch while recording. D Zoom lever (20) I Lens cap (supplied) E Photocell window for flash Do not block while recording.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\03pre.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 8 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM qa Attaching the shoulder strap 1 2 qs qd qf qg qh qj qk 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 ql w; wa A Photocell window for LCD screen The LCD screen becomes brighter when exposed to sunlight.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\03pre.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 9 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM Preparing the power supply Getting started Installing the battery pack Your camera operates only with the NP-F330 (supplied)/F550 (not supplied) “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack* (L series). See page 75 for more information about “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. 1 1 2 3 2 2 1 1 Open the battery cover. Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\03pre.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 10 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM Charging the battery pack When the camera is turned on, you cannot charge the battery pack. Be sure to turn off the power of the camera. 2 to DC IN jack AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor 1 Power cord (mains lead) Battery pack 3 to a wall outlet (mains) 1 Insert the battery pack into your camera.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\03pre.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 11 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM NP-F330 (supplied)/F550 (not supplied) battery pack Auto power-off function If you do not operate the camera for about three minutes during recording, the camera turns off automatically to prevent wearing down the battery pack. To use the camera again, slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the camera again.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\03pre.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 12 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM STILL mode recording/playback when using “Memory Stick”s NP-F330 (supplied) Battery life Number of (min.) images NP-F550 Battery life Number of (min.) images Continuous recording* Approx. 80 Approx. 1600 Approx. 170 Approx. 3400 Continuous playback** Approx. 100 Approx. 3000 Approx. 230 Approx.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\03pre.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 13 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM Using the AC power adaptor Getting started 1 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor to DC IN jack Power cord (mains lead) 2 to a wall outlet (mains) 1 Open the DC IN cover and connect the AC power adaptor to the DC IN jack of your camera with the v mark facing up. 2 Connect the power cord (mains lead) to the AC power adaptor and then to a wall outlet (mains).
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\03pre.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 14 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM Setting the date and time When you first use your camera, set the date and time. If these are not set, the CLOCK SET screen appears whenever you turn on your camera. Control button POWER ON/OFF (CHG) lamp 1 Slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the power. The POWER ON/OFF (CHG) (green) lamp lights up. 2 Press v on the control button.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\03pre.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 15 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM 5 CLOCK SET Y/M/D M/D/Y D/M/Y 2001 / 1 / 1 12 : 00 AM ENTER CANCEL SELECT/ADJUST 6 Select the year, month, day, hour or minute item you want to set with b/B on the control button. The item to be set is indicated with v/V.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\03pre.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 16 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM Inserting a floppy disk 2 EJECT lock 1 1 DISK EJECT lever Check that the write protect tab is set to the recordable position for recording. Recordable/erasable Unrecordable/unerasable 2 Insert the floppy disk until it clicks. Usable floppy disks • Size: 3.5 inch • Type: 2HD (1.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\03pre.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 17 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM Inserting a “Memory Stick” 1 2 3 Getting started 2 1 1 2 1 Open the “Memory Stick” cover. Slide the cover in the direction of the arrow. 2 Insert the “Memory Stick.” Insert the “Memory Stick” with the B mark facing toward the “Memory Stick” slot as illustrated until it clicks. 3 Close the “Memory Stick” cover.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 18 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM Basic operations B Recording Recording still images Still images are recorded in JPEG format. To record still images, slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the power and insert a floppy disk or a “Memory Stick.” 3, 4 Access lamp 1 2 1 Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE selector to STILL. 2 Select the recording media using the MS/FD selector.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 19 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM 4 Press the shutter button fully down. The shutter clicks. “RECORDING” appears on the LCD screen, and the image will be recorded on the floppy disk or the “Memory Stick.” When “RECORDING” disappears from the LCD screen, you can start the next recording.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 20 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM Adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen LCD BACKLIGHT switch Adjust the brightness with the [LCD BRIGHT] item in the menu settings (page 45). This adjustment does not affect the brightness of the images recorded on the floppy disk or the “Memory Stick.” To turn off the LCD backlight Set the LCD BACKLIGHT switch to OFF to save the battery.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 21 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM Digital zoom function This camera has a digital zoom function. Digital zoom enlarges the image by digital processing, and it starts to function when the zoom exceeds 8×. W T B Recording The T-side of the bar shows the digital zooming zone. Using digital zoom • The maximum zoom magnification is 16×. • Digital zooming deteriorates the picture quality.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 22 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM Using the self-timer When you use the self-timer function, the subject is recorded 10 seconds after you press the shutter button. Self-timer lamp Shutter button Control button Select on the LCD screen with b/B/v/V on the control button, then press the (self-timer) indicator appears on the LCD screen, and the subject is center z.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 23 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM Recording moving images Moving images with audio are recorded in MPEG format. To record moving images, slide the POWER switch to the right to turn on the power and insert a floppy disk or a “Memory Stick.” 3 B Recording 1 2 1 Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE selector to MOVIE. 2 Select the recording media using the MS/FD selector.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 24 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM B Playback Playing back still images Access lamp 2 3, 4 Control button 1 1 Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE selector to PLAY. The last recorded image (still or moving) appears on the LCD screen. 2 Select the playback media using the MS/FD selector. MS: When playing back images in the “Memory Stick.” FD: When playing back images in the floppy disk.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 25 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM Playing back moving images Access lamp 2 3–5 Control button B Playback 1 1 Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE selector to PLAY. The last recorded image (still or moving) appears on the LCD screen. 2 Select the playback media using the MS/FD selector. MS: When playing back images in the “Memory Stick.” FD: When playing back images in the floppy disk.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 26 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM To pause playback Select X (pause) on the LCD screen with v/V/b/B on the control button, then press the center z. When the menu bar is not displayed You can directly select the image with b/B on the control button, and play back the image and sound by pressing the center z. When you press the center z during playback, playback is paused.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 27 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM Viewing images using a computer You can view or modify data recorded with your camera using application software on a computer, or attach it to an E-mail. Viewing images using a floppy disk drive For Windows 98 users Start up your computer and insert the floppy disk into the disk drive of your computer. 2 Open [ 3 Double-click the desired data file.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 28 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM xRecommended computer environment Recommended Windows environment OS:Microsoft Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional The above OS is required to be installed at the factory. Operation is not assured in an environment upgraded to the operating systems described above.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 29 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM xInstalling the USB driver Do not connect your camera to your computer before installing the USB driver. First, install the USB driver to the computer. The USB driver is contained together with application software for viewing images on a CD-ROM which is supplied with your camera. If the drive is not recognized properly, see “Troubleshooting” on page 77.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 30 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM 9 Follow the on-screen messages to recognize the hardware. The Add Hardware Wizard starts twice because two different USB drivers are installed. Be sure to allow the installation to complete without interrupting it. If the message appears after the installation to verify that you restart the computer, restart the computer.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 31 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM xViewing images For Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows Me and Windows 2000 Professional users 1 Turn on the power of your computer and allow Windows to load. 2 Connect one end of the supplied USB cable to the USB jack (miniB) on the camera and the other end to the USB connector on your computer.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 32 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM 6 Select and double-click the desired image/audio file from the folder. For the detailed folder and file name, see “Image file storage destinations and image file names” (page 34).
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 33 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM Notes on using your computer Floppy disk/“Memory Stick” • Format the floppy disk or “Memory Stick” only using this camera (page 70). You cannot format the floppy disk or “Memory Stick” using a computer via the USB cable. • Use only a DOS/V 2HD format floppy disk. Other disks will not be recognized by a computer.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 34 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM Image file storage destinations and image file names Image files recorded with your camera are grouped in folders by recording mode. Images in a floppy disk and ones in a “Memory Stick” have different file names. The meanings of the file names are as follows. When using floppy disks sss stands for any number within the range from 001 to 999.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 35 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM Location 3 1/2 Floppy [A:] File MVC-sssf.JPG Meaning • Still image file recorded normally • Still image file recorded in — E-MAIL mode (page 49) — VOICE mode (page 50) • INDEX display file This file can only be played back on your camera. MVC-sssf.MPG • Moving image file MVC-sssf.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 36 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM When using “Memory Stick”s ssss stands for any number within the range from 0001 to 9999. For Windows 98 users (The drive recognizing the camera is “D.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\04bas.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 37 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM Folder Imcif100 File Meaning DSC0ssss.JPG • Small-size image file recorded in EMAIL mode (page 49) DSC0ssss.TIF • Uncompressed image file recorded in TIFF mode (page 52) Moml0001 MOV0ssss.MPG • Moving image file recorded normally Momlv100 DSC0ssss.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\05bef.fm] 01cov.book Page 38 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM Advanced operations Before performing advanced operations This section describes the basic control methods that are frequently used for “Advanced operations.” How to use the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE selector The PLAY/STILL/MOVIE selector selects whether you can use your camera to record or play back and edit images. Set the selector as follows before starting to operate your camera.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\05bef.fm] 01cov.book Page 39 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM Turning on/off the operation buttons (menu bar) on the LCD screen Press v to display the menu bar on the LCD screen. Press V to clear the menu bar from the LCD screen. INDEX DELETE FILE SELECT OK TOOL SETUP MENU BAR OFF Menu bar Note You cannot clear the menu bar on the INDEX screen (page 59).
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\05bef.fm] 01cov.book Page 40 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM How to change the menu settings Some of the advanced operations for your camera are executed by selecting menu items displayed on the LCD screen with the control button. 1–3 Control button PLAY/STILL/MOVIE selector 1 Press v on the control button to display the menu bar. The menu bar appears as follows according to the position of the PLAY/STILL/ MOVIE selector.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\05bef.fm] 01cov.book Page 41 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM Menu settings Menu items that can be modified differ depending on the positions of the PLAY/ STILL/MOVIE selector or the MS/FD selector. The LCD screen shows only the items you can operate at the moment. Initial settings are indicated with x. (self-timer) Records with the self-timer (page 22). EFFECT Item P.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\05bef.fm] 01cov.book Page 42 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM Item FORMAT (When the MS/FD selector is set to MS.) FILE NUMBER Setting Description PLAY/STILL/ MOVIE selector OK Formats a “Memory Stick.” Once you format the “Memory Stick,” all of the data, including protected images are deleted. Be sure to check for images before you format a “Memory Stick.” CANCEL Cancels formatting of a “Memory Stick.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\05bef.fm] 01cov.book Page 43 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM Item REC MODE Setting TIFF Description PLAY/STILL/ MOVIE selector Records a TIFF (uncompressed) file in STILL addition to the JPEG file when the MS/ FD selector is set to MS. TEXT Records a GIF file in black-and-white. VOICE Records an audio file (with a still image) in addition to the JPEG file.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\05bef.fm] 01cov.book Page 44 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM Item WHITE BALANCE FLASH LEVEL Setting Description PLAY/STILL/ MOVIE selector IN DOOR Sets the white balance (page 57). OUT DOOR HOLD x AUTO HIGH Makes the flash level higher than normal. STILL MOVIE STILL x NORMAL Normal setting. LOW EXPOSURE +2.0EV to –2.0EV Makes the flash level lower than normal. Adjusts the exposure before recording.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\05bef.fm] 01cov.book Page 45 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM SETUP Item DEMO Setting x STBY/ON OFF VIDEO OUT STILL Displayed only when you use the AC power adaptor in STILL or MOVIE MOVIE mode. When [ON] is selected, a demonstration will start if you do not operate your camera for about 10 minutes. To stop the demonstration, turn off your camera. Sets the video output signal to NTSC mode (e.g., Japan, the USA).
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica kaihan\3066742121\3066742121MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\06adv.fm] masterpage:Left 06adv.fm Page 46 Wednesday, February 28, 2001 10:06 AM B Various recording Setting the image size (IMAGE SIZE) The number of images or the time that you can record on a floppy disk or “Memory Stick” (8 MB) Image size Number of images or time* Floppy disk “Memory Stick” 1472×1104 Approx. 5 Approx. 10 1280×960 Approx. 6 Approx. 12 1280 (3:2) Approx. 6 Approx. 12 1024×768 Approx. 10 Approx.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica kaihan\3066742121\3066742121MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\06adv.fm] masterpage:Right 06adv.fm Page 47 Wednesday, February 28, 2001 10:06 AM Tips The size of the image is indicated by the pixel unit. The higher the number of pixels, the more information is included. So, an image that is saved using a large number of pixels is suitable for a largeformat print and one that is saved using a smaller number of pixels is suitable for attaching to an E-mail.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica kaihan\3066742121\3066742121MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\06adv.fm] masterpage:Left 06adv.fm Page 48 Wednesday, February 28, 2001 10:06 AM 4 Record the image for the first frame. 160 5 6 2/10 Record the image for the next frame. Image recording can be repeated up to the maximum number of recordable frames. The frame images are automatically recorded on the floppy disk or “Memory Stick” when you select [FINISH] or after recording the maximum number of frames.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica kaihan\3066742121\3066742121MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\06adv.fm] masterpage:Right 06adv.fm Page 49 Wednesday, February 28, 2001 10:06 AM Recording still images for e-mail (EMAIL) To return to normal recording mode Select [NORMAL] in step 2. The E-MAIL mode records a smallsize (320×240) image at the same time as a still image. Small-size images are convenient for e-mail transmission, etc. Images in E-MAIL mode are recorded in the JPEG format.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica kaihan\3066742121\3066742121MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\06adv.fm] masterpage:Left 06adv.fm Page 50 Wednesday, February 28, 2001 10:06 AM Adding audio files to still images (VOICE) Images in VOICE mode are recorded in the JPEG format, and audio is recorded in the MPEG format. The number of images that you can record on a floppy disk or “Memory Stick” (8 MB) in VOICE mode Image size Number of images* Floppy disk “Memory Stick” 1472×1104 Approx. 3 3 1 Approx. 9 1280×960 Approx.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica kaihan\3066742121\3066742121MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\06adv.fm] masterpage:Right 06adv.fm Page 51 Wednesday, February 28, 2001 10:06 AM Recording text documents (TEXT) Text is recorded in GIF format to provide a clear image. 3 To return to normal recording mode Select [NORMAL] in step 2. Notes • If the subject is not evenly illuminated, you may be unable to record a clear image. • Writing and reading data take more time than normal recording.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica kaihan\3066742121\3066742121MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\06adv.fm] masterpage:Left 06adv.fm Page 52 Wednesday, February 28, 2001 10:06 AM Notes Recording still images as uncompressed files (TIFF) This mode simultaneously records still images in both TIFF format (uncompressed) and JPEG format (compressed) when using a “Memory Stick.” • JPEG images are recorded in the image size selected by the [IMAGE SIZE] menu (page 46).
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica kaihan\3066742121\3066742121MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\06adv.fm] masterpage:Right 06adv.fm Page 53 Wednesday, February 28, 2001 10:06 AM Recording images in macro Setting the distance to the subject Normally the focus is automatically adjusted. This function is useful when the auto focus does not work well such as in dark places. 1 2 1 Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE selector to STILL or MOVIE. 2 Press FOCUS repeatedly until the (macro) indicator appears on the LCD screen.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica kaihan\3066742121\3066742121MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\06adv.fm] masterpage:Left 06adv.fm Page 54 Wednesday, February 28, 2001 10:06 AM Using the PROGRAM AE function Spot light-metering mode Select this mode when there is backlight or when there is strong contrast between the subject and the background, etc. Position the point you want to record at the spot light-metering cross hair. 1 2 1 2 LCD screen Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE selector to STILL or MOVIE.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica kaihan\3066742121\3066742121MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\06adv.fm] masterpage:Right 06adv.fm Page 55 Wednesday, February 28, 2001 10:06 AM Tips Under normal recording conditions, the camera automatically makes various adjustments, such as those for the focus, iris, exposure, and white balance, as it shoots. However, you may not be able to carry out your desired shooting depending on shooting conditions.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica kaihan\3066742121\3066742121MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\06adv.fm] masterpage:Left 06adv.fm Page 56 Wednesday, February 28, 2001 10:06 AM Tips Adjusting the exposure (EXPOSURE) Normally, the camera automatically adjusts the exposure. If the color of the image is too dark or bright as illustrated below, we recommend that you adjust the exposure manually. When the color of the image is too dark, set it toward +, and when it is too bright, set it toward –.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica kaihan\3066742121\3066742121MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\06adv.fm] masterpage:Right 06adv.fm Page 57 Wednesday, February 28, 2001 10:06 AM Adjusting the white balance (WHITE BALANCE) Normally the white balance is automatically adjusted. Tips The image is susceptible to lighting conditions. The image looks blue under sunlight in the summer, and looks red under mercury lamps. Human eyes can resolve these problems. However, the camera cannot resolve the problem by making adjustments.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica kaihan\3066742121\3066742121MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\06adv.fm] masterpage:Left 06adv.fm Page 58 Wednesday, February 28, 2001 10:06 AM Recording the date and time on the still image (DATE/TIME) Enjoying picture effects (PICTURE EFFECT) 4 1 1 2, 3 1 Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE selector to STILL. 2 Select [EFFECT] and then [DATE/TIME] from the menu. 3 Select the date and time. DAY & TIME Imposes the date, hour, and minute.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\07adv.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 59 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM To display the next (previous) index screen Select v/V at the lower-left on the B Various playback Playing back six images at once (INDEX) LCD screen. Displays the previous index screen. Displays the next index screen. To return to normal playback (single image) 1 2 1 2 Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE selector to PLAY. Select [INDEX] on the LCD screen.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\07adv.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 60 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM Notes Enlarging a part of the still image (Zoom and trimming) 3 1 4 1 Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE selector to PLAY. 2 Display the image to be enlarged. 3 Zoom in/out the image with the zoom lever. The zoom scaling indicator appears on the LCD screen. 4 Press the control button repeatedly to select the desired portion of the image.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\07adv.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 61 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM Playing back the still images in order (SLIDE SHOW) This function is useful for checking the recorded images or for presentations, etc. To skip to the next/previous image during the slide show Select \b/B\ at the lower-left on the LCD screen. Note The interval setting time may vary depending on the image size. 1 2, 3 1 Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE selector to PLAY.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\07adv.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 62 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM Viewing images on a TV screen Before connecting your camera, be sure to turn off the TV. Set the TV/VIDEO switch to “VIDEO”. A/V connecting cable to A/V OUT (MONO) jack 1 Connect the A/V connecting cable to the A/V OUT (MONO) jack of your camera and to the audio/video input jacks of the TV.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\08adv.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 63 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM B Editing 3 Preventing accidental erasure (PROTECT) The - (protect) indicator appears on protected images. When you select [ALL] Select [ON]. All the images in the floppy disk or “Memory Stick” are protected. When you select [SELECT] Select all the images to be protected with the control button, then select [ENTER]. The selected images are protected.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\08adv.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 64 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM 3 Deleting images (DELETE) Protected images cannot be deleted. 1 2, 3 When you select [ALL] Select [ENTER]. All the unprotected images are deleted. When you select [SELECT] Select all the images to be deleted with the control button, then select [ENTER]. The (delete) indicator appears on the selected images and these images are deleted.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\08adv.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 65 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM Notes Changing the recorded still image size (RESIZE) Use this function when you need a small-size image to attach it to an Email. The original image is retained even after resizing. The resized image is recorded as the newest file. • You cannot change the size of images recorded in TEXT mode, moving images, uncompressed images, or Clip Motion images.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\08adv.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 66 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM 4 Copying images (COPY) Copies images to another floppy disk or “Memory Stick.” In single mode • When the MS/FD selector is set to MS. MS t MS: Copies to the “Memory Stick” MS t FD: Copies to the floppy disk 1 5 2 3, 4 1 Select the media using the MS/FD selector. 2 Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE selector to PLAY, then display the image to be copied.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\08adv.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 67 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM In INDEX mode 5 ∗ [ALL] can be selected only when selecting [FD t FD] or [FD t MS]. 1 2 When you select [SELECT]** Select all the images to be copied with the control button. The mark appears on the selected images and then select [ENTER]. ∗∗ When selecting [MS t FD], the 6 3, 4, 5 1 Select the media using the MS/FD selector.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\08adv.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 68 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM Notes • You cannot copy uncompressed images. • You cannot copy the image that is bigger than 1.4 MB. • You cannot copy the images that the total amount of the images is bigger than 1.4 MB. If “NOT ENOUGH MEMORY” appears or flashes on the INDEX screen, cancel some images to copy and try again.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\08adv.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 69 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM 4 Insert another floppy disk. “RECORDING” appears. When copying is completed, “COMPLETE” appears. To end copying, select [EXIT]. To continue copying to other floppy disks After “COMPLETE” appears in step 4, select [CONTINUE] and repeat steps 3 and 4 above.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\08adv.fm] masterpage:Left 01cov.book Page 70 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM 4 Select [ENTER]. The marks on the selected images change from green to white. PRINT MARK SELECT OK 0001-0006/0100 ENTER CANCEL Format When you format a floppy disk or “Memory Stick,” all data stored on the floppy disk or “Memory Stick” will be deleted. Check the contents of the floppy disk or “Memory Stick” before formatting.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica\2nd\3066742111MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\08adv.fm] masterpage:Right 01cov.book Page 71 Monday, December 18, 2000 3:34 PM Notes • Format the floppy disk or “Memory Stick” only using this camera. You cannot format the floppy disk or “Memory Stick” using a computer via the USB cable. • When you format, be sure to use a fully charged battery pack or the AC power adaptor as the power source.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica kaihan\3066742121\3066742121MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\09add.fm] masterpage:Left 09add.fm Page 72 Wednesday, February 28, 2001 10:08 AM Additional information Precautions On cleaning Cleaning the LCD screen Wipe the screen surface with a cleaning cloth (not supplied) or an LCD cleaning kit (not supplied) to remove fingerprints, dust, etc. Cleaning the camera surface Clean the camera surface with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water, then wipe the surface dry.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica kaihan\3066742121\3066742121MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\09add.fm] masterpage:Right 09add.fm Page 73 Wednesday, February 28, 2001 10:08 AM If moisture condensation occurs Immediately eject the floppy disk, then turn off the camera and wait about an hour for the moisture to evaporate. Note that if you attempt to record with moisture remaining inside the lens, you will be unable to record clear images. On AC power adaptor • Use only the specified charger with the charging function.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica kaihan\3066742121\3066742121MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\09add.fm] masterpage:Left 09add.fm Page 74 Wednesday, February 28, 2001 10:08 AM Charging the built-in rechargeable lithium battery: • Connect your camera to house current (mains) using the AC power adaptor supplied with your camera, and leave your camera with the power turned off for more than 24 hours.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica kaihan\3066742121\3066742121MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\09add.fm] masterpage:Right 09add.fm Page 75 Wednesday, February 28, 2001 10:08 AM Watching the playback picture on TV If you want to view the playback picture on a TV, you need a TV having a video input jack and a video connecting cable. The color system of the TV must be the same as that of your digital still camera.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica kaihan\3066742121\3066742121MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\09add.fm] masterpage:Left 09add.fm Page 76 Wednesday, February 28, 2001 10:08 AM Effective use of the battery pack • Battery performance decreases in low-temperature surroundings. So, the time that the battery pack can be used is shorter in cold places.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica kaihan\3066742121\3066742121MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\09add.fm] masterpage:Right 09add.fm Page 77 Wednesday, February 28, 2001 10:08 AM Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with your camera, first check the following items. Should your camera still not operate properly after you have made these checks, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. If code displays (C:ss:ss) appear on the LCD screen, the self-diagnosis display function is working (page 85).
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica kaihan\3066742121\3066742121MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\09add.fm] masterpage:Left 09add.fm Page 78 Wednesday, February 28, 2001 10:08 AM Symptom Cause and/or Solution You cannot display a print mark. • You cannot display print marks on moving images, text images and Clip Motion images. The picture is noisy. • Your camera is placed near a TV or other equipment that uses strong magnets. t Move your camera away from the TV, etc. The picture is too dark.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica kaihan\3066742121\3066742121MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\09add.fm] masterpage:Right 09add.fm Page 79 Wednesday, February 28, 2001 10:08 AM Cause and/or Solution The image and sound break off when you play back an image on a computer. • You are playing back the file from the floppy disk or “Memory Stick.” t Copy the file to the hard disk of the computer and then play back the file from the hard disk (page 32). Your camera cannot delete an image. • The image is protected.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica kaihan\3066742121\3066742121MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\09add.fm] masterpage:Left 09add.fm Page 80 Wednesday, February 28, 2001 10:08 AM Symptom Cause and/or Solution Your computer does not recognize your camera. • The battery level is low. t Use the AC power adaptor (page 13). • The camera is turned off. t Turn on the camera. • The USB cable is not connected firmly. t Disconnect the USB cable, and connect it again firmly.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica kaihan\3066742121\3066742121MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\09add.fm] masterpage:Right 09add.fm Page 81 Wednesday, February 28, 2001 10:08 AM 5 Open “Device Manager” on Windows. For Windows 98, Windows 98SE and Windows Me users: 1 Open [Control Panel] from [ My Computer], then double-click [System]. 2 System properties is displayed. Click the [Device Manager] tab located at the top.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica kaihan\3066742121\3066742121MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\09add.fm] masterpage:Left 09add.fm Page 82 Wednesday, February 28, 2001 10:08 AM Symptom Cause and/or Solution The indication of the battery remaining time is not proper, or the power is immediately turned off even if the battery remaining indicator indicates that the battery level is sufficient. • You are using the camera for many hours under extremely hot or cold temperatures. • The battery pack is dead.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica kaihan\3066742121\3066742121MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\09add.fm] masterpage:Right 09add.fm Page 83 Wednesday, February 28, 2001 10:08 AM Warning and notice messages Various messages appear on the LCD screen. Check the corresponding descriptions in the following list. Message Meaning DRIVE ERROR There is trouble with the disk drive. SYSTEM ERROR Turn the power off and on again. NO DISK No disk is inserted. No “Memory Stick” is inserted.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica kaihan\3066742121\3066742121MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\09add.fm] masterpage:Left 09add.fm Page 84 Wednesday, February 28, 2001 10:08 AM Message Meaning INVALID OPERATION You are playing back a file that was created on equipment other than your camera. for “InfoLITHIUM” battery only The battery is not the “InfoLITHIUM” type. - The image is protected. The battery level is too low.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica kaihan\3066742121\3066742121MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\09add.fm] masterpage:Right 09add.fm Page 85 Wednesday, February 28, 2001 10:08 AM Self-diagnosis display Your camera has a self-diagnosis display. This function displays the camera condition on the LCD screen with a combination of a letter and four digits of numbers. If this appears, check the following code chart. The code informs you of the camera’s current condition.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica kaihan\3066742121\3066742121MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\09add.fm] masterpage:Left 09add.fm Page 86 Wednesday, February 28, 2001 10:08 AM Specifications System LCD screen Image device 5 mm (1/3.6 type) color CCD Lens 8× zoom lens f = 4.75 – 38 mm (3/16 – 1 1/2 inches) (41 – 328 mm (1 5/8 – 13 inches) when converted into a 35 mm still camera) F = 2.8 – 3.
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filename[D:\WORKS\Mavica kaihan\3066742121\3066742121MVCFD92UC\02GBMVCFD92UC\09add.fm] masterpage:Right 09add.fm Page 87 Wednesday, February 28, 2001 10:08 AM LCD screen indicators The indicators during recording 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 qa 120min 10 REC 0:03 15s 1280 3:2 +1.
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