4-659-577-12 (1) Memory Stick Camera Module Operating Instructions PEGA-MSC1 2001 by Sony Corporation
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Table of Contents Before You Begin What you can do with the Memory Stick Camera Module ............................ 5 Read the following before using your camera ................................................. 5 Check the items supplied .................................................................................... 6 Identifying the parts ............................................................................................. 7 Installing the necessary software ..................................
BBefore You Begin What you can do with the Memory Stick Camera Module Read the following before using your camera This camera works only with the CLIÉ handheld. It cannot be used with any other Memory Stick equipment, such as personal computers. This camera is not compatible with the following CLIÉ models: PEG-S300 series and N700 series (OS Version 3.x) PictureGear Pocket Version 2.1 or higher is required. If you have version 2.
Check the items supplied Check to make sure the package contains all of the following items. If any items are missing, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Identifying the parts Front Before You Begin Lens Rear 7
Installing the necessary software Before using the Memory Stick Camera Module, install the “Memory Stick” Camera application software and the PictureGear Pocket Version 2.1 software into your CLIÉ handheld from the supplied CD-ROM. To install this software, you need a Windows computer which has the CLIÉ Palm Desktop software installed and which has a connection to your CLIÉ handheld. Make sure that the local HotSync between the Windows computer and the CLIÉ handheld works properly.
BRecording Attaching the camera to your CLIÉ handheld Before using your camera for the first time, be sure to install the necessary software onto your CLIÉ handheld before attaching the camera. For details on the installation procedure, refer to “Installing the necessary software” (page 8). Recording Insert the camera firmly into the Memory Stick slot of your CLIÉ handheld in the direction shown below.
Attaching the camera to your CLIÉ handheld (Continued) Disconnecting the camera To disconnect the camera, close the “Memory Stick” Camera application and then remove the camera by pushing it in once (1) and pulling it straight up out of the memory stick slot of the CLIÉ handheld (2). 1 2 PNote Pulling up on the camera without first pushing it in may damage both the camera and the Memory Stick slot of the CLIÉ handheld.
Recording images with the camera You can record images with the camera by inserting it into the CLIÉ handheld and using the “Memory Stick” Camera application. For the installation procedure for the “Memory Stick” Camera application, refer to “Installing the necessary software” (page 8). 1 Attach this camera to CLIÉ handheld. 2 Start the “Memory Stick” Camera application. Inserting the camera to CLIÉ handheld, or tapping the icon starts the “Memory Stick” Camera application.
Recording images with the camera (Continued) 4 Tap the CAPTURE button on the screen with the stylus to record an image. You can also record images by pressing the Jog Dial navigator. Saving an image in the CLIÉ handheld may take a few moments. For more details on this process, refer to “Recording images” in the Operating Manual for the “Memory Stick” Camera application, included in PDF format on the CD-ROM.
Recording an image of yourself While looking through the finder of the camera, you can record yourself by turning the lens toward you. Recording To prevent images from being inverted or reversed, the camera automatically enters the inversion/mirror-reverse mode when you turn it toward yourself. This mode is canceled when the camera is put back into the normal position. PNote Although images are reversed in the finder, they are recorded normally without being reversed.
Recording images with the camera (Continued) “Memory Stick” Camera application The following is a brief explanation of the screen that appears when you start the “Memory Stick” Camera application. To set each function, tap the buttons on the screen with the stylus or use the Jog Dial navigator. For detailed procedures, refer to the Operating Manual for the “Memory Stick” Camera application, included in PDF format on the CD-ROM. Displays the remaining amount of battery power.
Initial setting button Takes you to a screen where you can adjust various camera settings, including the capture sound, the white balance, and the effect setting. Brightness button Sets the brightness. CAPTURE button Tap this button to record an image. Viewer starting button Starts the PictureGear Pocket software to play back recorded images. Timer button Tap this button to record an image with the timer. After the timer button lights in orange, press the capture button.
How to read the online manual Detailed information on the “Memory Stick” Camera application, PictureGear Pocket application, and CLIÉ Paint is provided in the online manual on the supplied CD-ROM. To view the online manual, the Adobe Acrobat Reader version 4.0 or higher, must be installed on your computer. 1 Insert the supplied CD-ROM into your computer’s CD-ROM drive . The install screen appears automatically. 2 3 Click Manuals. Double-click an appropriate PDF-formatted manual.
Viewing recorded images Storage format for recorded images Images recorded with this camera using the “Memory Stick” Camera application are saved in PictureGear Pocket (PGP) format. To manipulate images with other graphics programs on your personal computer, use PictureGear Pocket to convert them to DCF, the standard format for digital still cameras. For more details, refer to the Operating Manual for PictureGear Pocket, included in PDF format on the CD-ROM.
Viewing recorded images (Continued) PNote When you want to use all features of PictureGear Pocket, tap the Home button on CLIÉ handheld to go to the Home screen. By tapping the icon on the Home screen, PictureGear Pocket starts in full function mode. For further details on the operation of PictureGear Pocket, please refer to the Operating Manual for PictureGear Pocket, included in PDF format on the CD-ROM.
Drawing on recorded images (CLIÉ Paint) You can draw pictures and letters on recorded images with the stylus. Tap the icon on the lower right of the screen when a recorded image is shown on PictureGear Pocket in full function mode. PNote The icon is not shown on PictureGear Pocket when it is in camera application mode. For details on this operation, please refer to the Operating Manual for CLIÉ Paint, included in PDF format on the CD-ROM.
BAdditional Information Precautions Storing the Memory Stick Camera Module • When you are not using the Memory Stick Camera Module, remove it from the CLIÉ handheld, and store it in the supplied hard case. • Carrying your CLIÉ handheld with the Memory Stick Camera Module inserted may damage both the camera and the Memory Stick slot of the CLIÉ handheld.
The lens Do not touch the lens of the Memory Stick Camera Module. On handling CD-ROM discs For the safety of data recorded on the disc, note the following. • Do not attach paper or anything else to the disc, and do not scratch its surface. Additional Information • When you hold the disc, do not touch the unlabeled side (playback side). • Do not store the disc in dusty places, in direct sunlight, near heatgenerating equipment, or in a humid area. • Store the disc inside its case.
Cleaning Cleaning the Memory Stick Camera Module To clean the Memory Stick Camera Module, wipe it with a soft, dry cloth. If more aggressive cleaning is necessary, use a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use a thinner, benzine, or alcohol, which can damage the camera's finish. Cleaning the lens To clean the lens of the Memory Stick Camera Module, use a blower brush or a soft brush. Cleaning the CD-ROM disc Fingerprints or dust may cause errors when the disc is read.
Specifications Imaging device 1/6 type, 100,000 pixel, CMOS image sensor Lens F2.8 f=2.65 mm Shutter speed Automatic Capture size 160 × 120 pixels, 320 × 240 pixels 1.42 in. (width) × 3.07 in. (height) × 0.71 in. (depth) (36 × 78 × 18 mm) Weight (approx.) 0.
Troubleshooting Try the solutions listed below before calling for service. If there is still a problem after trying these solutions, call your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony Service facility. Symptom Nothing is displayed in the window. Remedy t Slide the HOLD switch on the CLIÉ handheld to cancel the HOLD function. t Reset the software. Refer to the supplied operating instructions for an explanation of this procedure.
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Customer Support in USA and Canada For the latest support information, check our official Sony CLIÉ Web site http://www.ita.sel.sony.
