Home

Sony DSC-S45 Handbook

1. LISISISISISIS IS The operation is limited according to the Scene mode page 25 21 28 Shooti ng menu For details on the operation page 26 The default settings are marked with 2 EV A r fe l a a ee 8 Manually adjusts the exposure Toward Toward E 2 0EV Toward Brightens an image Z OEV The exposure is determined automatically by the camera p E 2 0EV Toward Darkens an image For details on the exposure page 10 The compensation value can be set in 1 3EV increments f a subject is being shot in extremely bright or dark conditions or the flash is used the exposure adjustment may not be effective e Metering Mode Gl fe eo 72 m a Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the exposure Spot Spot metering Measures only a part of the subject This function is useful when the subject is backlit or when there is strong contrast between the subject and the background CvGa FINE 30m D gt Spot metering cross hair Positions on the subject 7 Multi Multi pattern Divides into multiple regions and measures each region The SUE camera determines a well balanced exposure For details on the exposure page 10 For details on the operation page 26 WB White Bal 2 21 2 zs nal e en Adjusts the color tones accordin
2. 29 30 For details on the operation page 26 EODEM x P 2 2 Q zia s Selects whether the camera performs continuous shooting or not when you press the shutter button Burst Lh Records the maximum number of images in succession refer to the following table when you press and hold down the shutter button When Recording disappears you can shoot the next image Normal Does not shoot continuously On the Burst The flash is set to KA No flash When recording with the self timer a series of a maximum of three images is recorded When the battery level is low or when the internal memory or Memory Stick Duo is full the Burst stops You may not be able to shoot images in the Burst mode depending on the Scene mode page 25 The maximum number of continuous shots Units images ae e Feeney 1 3 1 3 PFX P Effect E 2 2 2 72 a c a Allows you to shoot an image with special effects N B amp W p Records the image in monochrome black and white E Sepia P Records the image in sepia like an old photograph For details on the operation page 26 Saturation P Adjusts the saturation of the image pe Toward Brightens the color inom P1 Toward Darkens the color a Sharpness P Adjusts the sharpness of the image Toward Sharpens the image Toward Softens the image nuaw ay Buis
3. 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 83 No memory space in internal memory No memory space in Memory Stick Delete unnecessary images or files Read only memory Your camera cannot record or delete images on this Memory Stick Duo No file No images have been recorded in the internal memory No file in this folder No images have been recorded in this folder You did not operate correctly when copying images from your computer page 55 Folder error A folder with the same first three digit number already exists on the Memory Stick Duo For example 122MSDCF and 123ABCDE Select other folders or create a new folder page 41 Buijoousa qno4 7 Format error Format the media again pages 41 Cannot create more folders The folder with a name beginning with 9099 exists on the Memory Stick Duo You cannot create any folders if this is the case 81 Cannot record The camera cannot record images in the selected folder Select a different folder page 42 File error An error occurred while the image was playing back File protect Release the protection page 34 Image size over You are playing back an image of a size that cannot be played back on your camera Invalid operation You are tryi
4. on page 47 for windows and page 60 for Macintosh Your computer does not recognize your camera Turn on the camera When the battery level is low install the charged batteries replace the batteries with new ones or use the AC Adaptor not supplied Use the supplied USB cable Disconnect the USB cable from both the computer and the camera and connect it again firmly Make sure that USB Mode Normal is displayed page 50 e Set USB Connect to Normal in the Setup menu page 44 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 50 Buijoousa qno4 a 19 16 You cannot copy images Connect the camera and your computer correctly using the USB cable page 50 Follow the designated copy procedure for your OS pages 50 60 When you shoot images with a Memory Stick Duo formatted by a computer you may not be able to copy the images to a computer Shoot using a Memory Stick Duo formatted by your camera page 41 After making a USB connection Cyber shot Viewer does not start automatically e Start Media Check Tool page 56 Make the USB connection after the computer is turned on page 50 The image cannot be played back on a computer If you are using Cyber shot Viewer refer to the Hel
5. CYBERSHOTSOFT 2 Click Install The Choose Setup Language screen appears 3 Select the desired language then click Next The License Agreement screen appears Read the agreement carefully If you accept the terms of the agreement click the radio button next to I accept the terms of the license agreement and then click Next 48 4 Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation When the restarting confirmation message appears restart the computer following the instructions on the screen DirectX will be installed if you have not yet installed them 5 Remove the CD ROM after the installation is complete 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 not supplied Insert the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor not supplied in the computer and copy the images If the Memory Stick PRO Duo is not recognized see page 77 For a computer without a Memory Stick slot Follow Stages 1 through 4 on pages 49 to 53 to copy images When using Windows 2000 Me install the supplied software before proceeding With Windows XP the installation is unnecessary The screen displays shown in this section a
6. 2 Selects the method used to assign file numbers to images Assigns numbers to files in sequence even if the recording folder or the Memory Stick Duo is changed When the replaced Memory Stick Duo contains a file with a number higher than the last assigned number a number one higher than the largest number is assigned Starts from 0001 each time the folder is changed When the recording folder contains a file a number one higher than the largest number is assigned USB Connect Selects the USB mode to be used when connecting the camera to a computer or a PictBridge compliant printer using the USB cable PictBridge Connects the camera to a PictBridge compliant printer page 63 Normal Connects the camera to a computer 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 69 for the TV color system of the country or region where the camera is used NTSC Sets the video output signal to NTSC mode e g for the USA Japan PPAR Sets the video output signal to PAL mode e g for Europe For details on the operation page 37 Sets the date and time OK Select OK with A on the control button and press Then perform the procedure explained in Set the clock Cancels setting the clock uaa13s dnjag ay Bu
7. Does not use Red Eye Reduction 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 Displays the recorded image on the screen for approximately two seconds immediately after shooting a still image C Aes You cannot shoot the next image during the Auto Review display If you press the shutter button halfway down during this period the recorded image display disappears and you can immediately shoot the next image 39 40 m internal Memory Tool For details on the operation page 37 This item does not appear when a Memory Stick Duo is inserted in the camera The default settings are marked with 2 Formats the internal memory Note that formatting irrevocably erases all data in the internal memory including even protected images K See the following procedure D Select OK with A on the control button then press The message All data in internal memory will be erased Ready appears 2 Select OK with A then press 6 The format is complete Tm Memory Stick Tool For details on the operation page 37 This item appears only when a Memory Stick Duo is inserted in the camera The default settings are mark
8. esesseeeesssssse 56 Using your Macintosh computer sseesesseseseeeeeenennnnnn 60 Printing still images HOW to print still nro E 62 Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer 63 PAO a a NOD n i 66 Connecting your camera to your TV Viewing images on a TV screen sssesssseeseeeeeenen 68 Troubleshooting jl c ca seii 70 Warming 1695590685 oae ire mpUPU adiu und tuucce ea P ERIRSIMERN RIPE AR RUNI N 81 Others On the Memory SUCK uiuccceescbeso cam rbv ate Fata ike uu i RR Varo ere AR a D 83 On the batteries 85 mice ar E EE 87 Enjoying the camera 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 24 the menus page 26 and so on esauiea au GuiAofuz E 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 Press the shutter Press the shutter Then press the button fully down button halfway AE AF lock indicator shutter button straight away down Flashingw9 lit beeps fully down x1 x Sted TN PON If the image look
9. extremely cold or hot places that exceed this range is not recommended On moisture condensation If the camera is brought directly from a cold to a warm location moisture may condense inside or outside the camera This moisture condensation may cause a malfunction of the camera Moisture condensation occurs easily when The camera is brought from a cold location such as a ski slope into a warmly heated room The camera is taken from an air conditioned room or car interior to the hot outdoors etc How to prevent moisture condensation When bringing the camera from a cold place to a warm place seal the camera in a plastic bag and allow it to adapt to conditions at the new location over about an hour If moisture condensation occurs Turn off the camera and wait about an hour for the moisture to evaporate Note that if you attempt to shoot with moisture remaining inside the lens you will be unable to record clear images On the internal rechargeable battery This camera has an internal rechargeable battery for maintaining the date and time and other settings regardless of whether the power is on or off This rechargeable battery is continually charged as long as you are using the camera However if you use the camera for only short periods it discharges gradually and if you do not use the camera at all for about one week it becomes completely discharged In this case be sure to charge this rechargeable battery b
10. Set Date to Off and print the image again page 65 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 f you have changed the paper size after having the USB cable connected then connect the printer again The print setting of the camera differs from that of the printer Change the setting of either the camera page 65 or the printer Buijoousa qno4 B Cannot operate the camera after canceling printing Wait for a while as the printer is carrying out the cancellation It may take some time depending on the printer 19 80 Others Your camera does not work Use the type of batteries you can use with this camera page 85 The battery level is low The amp indicator appears Install new batteries or charged Nickel Metal Hydride batteries not supplied The power is on but the camera does not work The built in microcomputer is not working properly Remove the batteries and then after one minute insert the batteries and turn on the camera Cannot identify an indicator on the screen See page 16 The lens gets fogged Moisture condensation has occurred Turn off the camera and leave it for about an hour before using it page 87 The camera becomes warm when you use it for a long time This is not a malfunction The lens does not move when y
11. Windows 2000 Me follow the procedure explained in Stage 3 B Copying images to a Computer on page 51 For Windows XP when the wizard screen does not appear automatically follow the procedure explained in Stage 3 B Copying images to a Computer on page 51 This section describes an example of copying images to a My Documents folder 1 After making a USB connection in Stage 2 click Copy pictures to a folder on my computer using Microsoft Scanner and Camera Wizard OK as the wizard screen appears automatically on the desktop The Scanner and Camera Wizard screen appears 2 Click Next The images saved on the Memory Stick Duo of the camera appear f 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 Limon aiam bun mp Pien m Le The Picture Name and Destination screen appears 4 Select a name and destination for the images then click Next Poses See eed Derk Image copying starts When the copying is completed the Other Options screen appears This section describes an example of copying images to the My Documents folder 5 Click the radio button next to Nothing I m finished working with these pictures to select it then click Next ap ER Bene ni mad el gia ee DER zu Vans car uin pulsis Rem pian mn a mh mi
12. image size for use Pixel Many Fine image quality and large file size Example Printing in up to A4 size Few Rough image quality but small file size Example An attached image to be sent by e mail LJ The default settings are marked with 2 m Image size Usage guidelines 5M 2592x1944 For printing in A4 size or high density images in A5 3 2 2592x1728 ids eJauiea au GuiAofuz L1 3M 2048x1536 E 1M 1280x960 For printing in postcard size VGA E Mail For recording a large number of images 640x480 Smaller For attaching images to e mail or creating web pages mages are recorded in the same 3 2 aspect ratio as photograph printing paper or postcards etc Selecting the image quality compression ratio in combination page 29 You can select the compression ratio when digital images are saved When you select a high compression ratio the image lacks the fineness of detail but has a smaller file size 13 14 Identifying parts See the pages in parentheses for details of AC Adaptor cord cover Operation To use the AC LS5K AC Adaptor not 2 supplied Au A 1 Shutter button 2 Mode dial 24 Microphone 4 Lens 5 POWER button lamp 6 Flash Self timer lamp Do not pinch the cord when you close Buzzer the cover 9 9 USB jack A N OUT jack 11 Tripod receptacle Use a tripod with a screw length of less than 5 5mm 7 32 inch You will be unab
13. image with lt gt then press To remove the mark in single image mode Press in step 3 or 4 To remove the mark in index mode Select the images from which you want to remove the mark in step 5 then press Marking in index mode 1 Display the ind creen i ISpI Ry Ane INGENS To remove all the marks in the folder Select All In This Folder in step 4 then 2 Press MENU to display the menu press Select Off then press 8 3 Select DPOF with lt gt then press o 4 Select Select with A V then press You cannot add a LY mark in All In This Folder 9 Select the image you want to mark with A lt gt then press A green DY mark appears on the selected image Green DY mark 6 Repeat step 5 to mark other images Press MENU 8 Select OK with gt then press The CY mark turns white To cancel select Cancel in step 4 or select Exit in step 8 then press saBeuii jins Buijulud Bn 67 Connecting your camera to your TV You can view images on a TV screen by connecting the camera to a TV Turn off both your camera and the TV before connecting the camera and the TV with the A V cable 1 Connect the A V cable supplied to the A V OUT MONO jack of the camera and the audio video input jacks of a TV jacks A V cable f your TV has stereo input jacks connect the audio plug white of the A V cable to the left audio jac
14. images and are not actual images shot using this camera For full use of the digital still camera Prepare the camera and shoot images easily Instruction Manual Separate Volume Get more friendly with your camera Shoot with your favorite settings Program auto shooting page 24 Enjoy various shooting playback using the menu page 26 Change the default settings page 37 Connect your camera to a PC or a printer Copy your images to a computer and enjoy editing them in various Ways page 46 Print images by connecting your camera directly to a printer PictBridge compliant printers only page 63 Table of contents Basic techniques for better images essseseeeeeeeeee 9 Focus Focusing on a subject successtfully ssssssssse 9 Exposure Adjusting the light intensity eee n 10 Color On the effects of lighting seseseem nn 11 Quality On image quality and image size sssssss 12 identifying parts RN E RE TE 14 Indicators on the SCFEON cccceeccseecceeeceseececceeeesueceeeeeaeeseueeseeeteeeaaees 16 Changing the screen display eseeesseeeeeeeenne 20 Number of still images and recording time of movies 21 When you do not have a Memory Stick Duo Recording with the internal PSTN ONY NETTO TA A TT Pc 22 Battery
15. index screen Perform Stage 1 Preparing the camera page 63 and Stage 2 Connecting the camera to the printer page 64 then proceed with the following When you connect the camera to a printer the print menu appears Select Cancel to turn off the print menu then proceed as follows D Press EB Index The index screen appears 2 Press MENU to display the menu 3 Select Lh Print with gt then press 4 Select the desired printing method with lt gt then press Print Allin This Folder Cancel Select Selects images and prints all the selected images Select the image you want to print with A V lt gt then press to display the WY mark Repeat this procedure to select other images Then press MENU DPOF image Prints all the images with a LY Print order mark regardless of the displayed image All In This Folder Prints all the images in the folder saBeuii jins Bui uud D 8 Perform steps 2 and 3 of Stage 3 Printing page 64 65 66 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 LY Print order mark on images in advance so that you do not need to reselect them when you print them out at the shop You cannot print images stored in the int
16. servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation CAUTION You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna ncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet
17. using the internal memory There is a Memory Stick Duo inserted in the camera Remove it The free capacity of the internal memory does not increase even when you copy the data stored in the internal memory to a Memory Stick Duo The data is not deleted after copying Execute the Format command page 40 to format the internal memory after copying the data Cannot copy the data stored in the internal memory to a Memory Stick Duo The Memory Stick Duo is full Check the capacity Cannot copy the data on the Memory Stick Duo or the computer to the internal memory Data on a Memory Stick Duo or a computer cannot be copied to the internal memory Printing Also see PictBridge compliant printer as follows in conjunction with the following items Images are printed with both edges cut off When printing images using your own printer try canceling the trimming or borderles settings Consult the printer manufacturer as to whether the printer provides these functions or not When having images printed at a digital print shop ask the shop whether they can print the images without cutting off both edges PictBridge compliant printer A connection cannot be established The camera cannot be connected directly to a printer that is not compliant with the PictBridge standard Consult the printer manufacturer as to whether the printer is compliant with PictBridge or not Check that th
18. your camera to a photo printing service shop You can make a DY Print order mark on images that you want to print out in advance 62 Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer Even if you do not have a computer you St 1 P ina th can print images shot using your camera by age 1 Freparing the camera connecting the camera directly to a Prepare the camera to connect it to the PictBridge compliant printer printer with the USB cablel ae PictBridge MENU button PictBridge is based on the CIPA standard CIPA Camera amp Imaging Products Association In single image mode You can print a single image on a printing sheet Control Button It is recommended to use the new battery or AC Adaptor not supplied to prevent the power from turning off partway through printing 1 Press MENU to display the menu In index mode You can print several images at a reduced 2 Press gt on the control button to size on a printing sheet You can print a set select Setup ame of either the same images 1 or different images Q 3 Select ex Setup2 with V then select USB Connect with A V gt saBeuii jins Buijuud D 4 Select PictBridge with gt A then press Setup 2 File Number aPictBridge E Normal An index print function may not be provided depending on the printer Video Out The quantity of images that can be printed
19. Duo Playback Images on the Memory Stick Duo are played back Menu Setup etc Various functions can be performed on images on the Memory Stick Duo When there is no Memory Stick Duo inserted Recording Images are recorded using the internal memory Playback Images stored in the internal memory are played back Menu Setup etc Various functions can be performed on images in the internal memory On image data stored in the internal memory We recommend that you copy back up data without fail using one of the following methods To copy back up data on a Memory Stick Duo Prepare a Memory Stick Duo with a capacity of 16 MB or more then perform the procedure explained in Copy page 42 To copy back up data on a hard disc of your computer Perform the procedure on pages 49 to 51 without a Memory Stick Duo inserted in the camera You cannot move image data on a Memory Stick Duo to the internal memory By connecting the camera and a computer with a USB cable you can copy data stored in the internal memory to a computer but you cannot copy data on a computer to the internal memory Battery life and number of images that can be recorded viewed The tables show the approximate number of images that can be recorded viewed and the battery life when you shoot images in Normal mode with batteries at full capacity and at an ambient temperature of 25 C 77 F The number
20. ENU to display the menu 3 Select O0 Protect with lt gt on the control button then press 6 The image is protected and the O protect indicator appears on the image nuaw aiu Buis n 4 To protect other images select the desired image with lt gt then press To protect images in index mode CD Press EE index to display the index screen 2 Press MENU to display the menu 3 Select O Protect with lt gt on the control button then press 4 Select Select with A V then press Select the image you want to protect with A W 4 F then press A green O indicator appears on the selected image o green Repeat step to protect other images Press MENU Select OK with then press The O indicator turns white The selected images are protected e To protect all images in the folder select All In This Folder in step 2 and press Select On with gt then press 33 34 For details on the operation page 26 To cancel the protection In single image mode Press in step or of To protect images in single image mode In index mode Select the image for which you want to remove protection in step of To protect images in index mode 2 Press to turn the indicator gray 8 Repeat the operation above for all images to be unprotected Press MENU select OK with gt and then press To cancel protection
21. Russia Ukraine etc AL 4no 0 esawies 4no Bui 3auuo al 69 10 P Troubleshooting 3 Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with your camera try the following solutions Q Check the items on pages 71 to 80 Remove the batteries and insert the batteries again after about one minute and turn on the power Initialize the settings pages 43 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility Please understand that you give your consent that the contents of the internal memory may be checked when you send your camera to be repaired Batteries and power The battery remaining indicator is incorrect or sufficient battery remaining indicator is displayed but the power runs out too quickly This phenomenon occurs when you use the camera in an extremely hot or cold location page 85 When using alkaline batteries Oxy Nickel Primary Battery not supplied the displayed time remaining may not be correctly indicated The batteries are discharged Install new batteries or charged Nickel Metal Hydride batteries not supplied When using the Nickel Metal Hydride batteries not supplied the poles of batteries or the terminals of the battery cover are dirty so the batteries are not charged sufficiently Clean them with a cotton swab etc page 85 When using the Nickel Metal Hydride batteries not supplied the displayed time remaining differs from the current one due
22. S ONY 2 680 136 11 1 Digital Still Camera GB Enjoying the Cyber shot Handbook 5 Using the menu Handbook iS Before operating the unit please read this handbook and Using the Setup PIER Instruction Manual separate volume thoroughly and retain them for future reference Owner s Record camera Using your computer The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom Record the serial number in the space provided below Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product Model No DSC S45 Serial No N Printing still images DSC S45 gt Connecting your camerato your TV ZEE Troubleshooting Memory STICK mm Others for shooting playback with your camera 2006 Sony Corporation WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard do not expose the unit to rain or moisture For Customers in the U S A CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance
23. a by copying the image file on the computer to a Memory Stick Duo Step is not necessary if the file name set with your camera has not been changed You may be unable to play back some images depending on the image size When an image file has been processed by a computer or when the image file was recorded using a model other than that of your camera playback on your camera is not guaranteed When there is no folder first create a folder with your camera page 41 and then copy the image file 1 Right click the image file then click Rename Change the file name to DSCOLILILIEI Enter a number from 0001 to 9999 for OOO If the overwrite confirmation message appears enter a different number An extension may be displayed depending on the computer settings The extension for still images is JPG and the extension for movies is AVI Do not change the extension 2 Copy the image file to the Memory Stick Duo folder in the following order Right click the image file then click Copy Z2 Double click Removable Disk or Sony Memory Stick Duo in My Computer Right click the DICICIMSDCF folder in the DCIM folder then click Paste OOL stands for any number within the range from 100 to 999 48jndwum3 4no Buis n 99 Using the Cyber shot Viewer supplied You can use still images and movies from the camera more than ever by taking advantage of the software Thi
24. a cr cdm prd ccr Padi da gras med m i Pues ee iuam rame zia rers iieri gabin c run The Completing the Scanner and Camera Wizard screen appears 6 Click Finish The wizard screen closes To continue copying other images disconnect the USB cable Then follow the procedure explained in Stage 2 Connecting the camera and your computer on page 50 48jndwumo3 anoh Buis n Stage 3 B Copying images to a Computer 2000 Me e For Windows XP follow the procedure explained in Stage 3 A Copying images to a computer on page 50 This section describes an example of copying images to the My Documents folder 91 1 Double click My Computer 3 Double click the My Documents Removable Disk DCIM folder Then right click on the IT My Documents window to display the menu and click Paste fae fe me 5l eee om emer o DIR v IAM If the Removable Disk icon is not displayed see page 76 The image files are copied to the My 2 Double click the folder where the Documents folder image files you want to copy are When an image with the same file name stored exists in the copy destination folder the overwrite confirmation message appears Then right click an image file to When you overwrite an existing image with display the menu and click a new one the original file data is deleted Copy To copy an image file to the computer m
25. ading or writing data Data may be corrupted in the following cases When the Memory Stick Duo is removed or the camera is turned off during a read or write operation When the Memory Stick Duo is used in locations subject to static electricity or electrical noise We recommend backing up important data Do not press down hard when you write down on the memo area Do not attach a label on the Memory Stick Duo itself nor on a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor not supplied When you carry or store the Memory Stick Duo put it in the case supplied with it Do not touch the terminal section of the Memory Stick Duo with your hand or a metal object Do not strike bend or drop the Memory Stick Duo Do not disassemble or modify the Memory Stick Duo Do not expose the Memory Stick Duo to water 48lJ1 EZ Do not leave the Memory Stick Duo within the reach of small children They might accidentally swallow it 03 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 Mem
26. ancel Cin 70 2 9 ii Print The camera is set to playback mode Index gt f Size Default gt then an image and the print menu appear Date Off gt Quantity 1 on the screen Index Select On to print as an index image 64 Size Select the size of the printing sheet Date Select Day amp Time or Date to insert the date and time on images When you choose Date the date will be inserted in the order you select This function may not be provided depending on the printer Quantity When Index is set to Off Select the number of sheets of an image that you want to print The image will be printed as a single image When Index is set to On 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 The designated number of images may not all fit onto a single sheet depending on the quantity of images 3 Select OK with V gt then press o The image is printed Do not disconnect the USB cable while the gt gt indicator appears on the screen indicator Printing 2 3 To print other images After step 3 select Select and the desired image with A V then perform from step 1 To print images on the
27. as an bat EE index image differ depending on the printer EJ G D You cannot print movies If the indicator flashes on the screen of the f camera for about five seconds error The USB mode is set notification check the connected printer 63 Stage 2 Connecting the camera Stage 3 Printing to the printer Regardless of what the mode dial is set to the print menu appears when you complete 1 Connect the y USB jack on your x m camera and the USB jack on the printer with the supplied USB 1 Select the desired printing cable method with A Y on the control button then press All In This Folder Prints all the images in the folder DPOF image Prints all the images with a DY Print order mark page 66 regardless of the displayed image Select Selects images and prints all the selected images Select the image you want to print with lt gt then press The VW mark appears on the selected image To select other images repeat this procedure Select Print with V then press 2 Turn on your camera and the i This image printer Prints a displayed image After the connection is made o e Jf lect This i d set Index t the indicator appears you select This image and set Index to On in step 2 you can print a set of the same images as an index image Print Allin DPOF imago 2 Select print settings with A W lt gt Sel This image C
28. camera Memory Stick Duo Cannot insert a Memory Stick Duo Insert it in the correct direction Cannot record on a Memory Stick Duo e Set the write protect switch on the Memory Stick Duo to the recording position page 83 The Memory Stick Duo is full Delete unnecessary images 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 83 Buijoousa qno4 B 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 We recommend that you set the write protect switch on the Memory Stick Duo to the LOCK position to prevent accidental erasure page 83 Memory Stick PRO Duo is not recognized by a computer with a Memory Stick slot Check whether the computer and the card reader support Memory Stick PRO Duo Users of computers and card readers made by companies other than Sony should contact those manufacturers Tl If Memory Stick PRO Duo is not supported connect the camera to the computer page 50 The computer recognizes the Memory Stick PRO Duo Internal memory The camera or your computer cannot play back the data in the internal memory There is a Memory Stick Duo inserted in the camera Remove it Cannot record images
29. day are displayed arranged by hour Year display screen 48 ndwumo3 anoh Buis n ul Hour display screen am To list images from a particular year or month click that period on the left of the screen 3 Displaying individual images On the hour display screen double click a thumbnail to display the image by itself in a separate window You can edit displayed images by clicking the toolbar button 98 Displaying images in full screen mode To display a slide show of current images in full screen mode click the button e To play or pause the slide show click the u button on the lower left of the screen e To stop the slide show click the x button on the lower left of the screen Other functions Preparing images stored on the computer for viewing To view them register the folder that contains the images as one of the Viewed folders From the File menu choose Register Viewed Folders to display the settings screen for Viewed folders registration Click the Add button and then specify the folder with images for importing to register the folder as a Viewed folder Images in any subfolders of Viewed folders are also registered Changing the Folder to be imported To change the Folder to be imported access the Import Settings screen To display the Import Settings screen choose Image Import Settings from t
30. de dial button oe o Control button JI 1 Turn on the power 2 Press MENU to display the menu 3 After pressing on the control button go to the Setup setting then press P again uaa13s dnjag ay Buisf li 4 Press A lt gt on the control button to select the item you want to set The frame of the selected item turns yellow 5 Press to enter the setting Setup 2 File Number USB Connect Video Out OK Cancel To turn off the Setup screen press MENU To return to the menu from the Setup screen press on the control button repeatedly To cancel the Setup setting Select Cancel if it appears then press on the control button If it does not appear select the previous setting again This setting is maintained even when the power is turned off 97 38 e Camera For details on the operation page 37 The default settings are marked with 2 Digital Zoom Selects the digital zoom mode The camera enlarges the image using optical zoom up to 3x When the zoom scale exceeds 3x the camera uses either smart or precision digital zoom Enlarges the image digitally with almost no distortion This is Smart zoom not available when the image size is set to 5M or 3 2 NOx The maximum zoom scale of Smart zoom is shown in the following table Precision Enlarges all image sizes up to a maximum of 6x but the Precis
31. e or 7 amp _ Beach mode is selected as the Scene mode The close up Macro function does not work e Twilight mode ad Landscape mode or 9 Candle mode is selected for the Scene mode page 25 Fuzzy specks appear in images shot using the flash Dust in the air reflected the flash light and appeared in the image This is not a malfunction 72 The date and time are not displayed While shooting the date and time are not displayed Only during playback the date and time are displayed The date and time are recorded incorrectly Set the correct date and time The F value and shutter speed flash when you press and hold the shutter button halfway down The exposure is incorrect Correct the exposure page 28 The image is too dark You are shooting a subject with a light source behind the subject Select the metering mode page 28 or adjust the exposure page 28 The brightness of the screen is too low Adjust the brightness of the LCD backlight page 43 The image is too bright You are shooting a spotlighted subject in a dark location such as on a stage Adjust the exposure page 28 The brightness of the screen is too bright Adjust the brightness of the LCD backlight page 43 The image colors are not correct Adjust the P Effect to Off page 30 Vertical streaks appear when you are shooting a very bright subject The smear ph
32. e printer is turned on and can be connected to the camera e Set USB Connect to PictBridge in the Setup menu page 44 Disconnect and connect the USB cable again If an error message is indicated on the printer refer to the operating instructions supplied with the printer 18 Cannot print images Check that the camera and the printer are properly connected using the USB cable Turn on the printer For further information refer to the operating instructions supplied with it If you select Exit during printing images may not print Disconnect and connect the USB cable again If you still cannot print your images disconnect the cable turn the printer off and then on then connect the cable again Movies cannot be printed Images shot using cameras other than this camera or images modified with a computer may not be printed Printing is canceled e You disconnected the USB cable before the 1 Do not disconnect the USB cable mark disappears Cannot insert the date or print images in the index mode The printer does not provide these functions Consult the printer manufacturer as to whether the printer provides these functions or not The date may not be inserted in the index mode depending on the printer Consult the printer manufacturer is printed on the date inserted part of the image mages that do not have the recording data cannot be printed with the date inserted
33. ed with 2 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 JO 4 See the following procedure D Select OK with A on the control button then press The message All data in Memory Stick will be erased Ready appears 2 Select OK with A then press The format is complete Create REC Folder Creates a folder in a Memory Stick Duo for recording images JO 4 See the following procedure uaa13s dnjag ay Guisn B D Select OK with A on the control button then press The folder creation screen appears Create REC Folder Creating REC folder 102MSDCF Cancel 2 Select OK with A then press A new folder is created with a number incremented one higher than the largest number and the folder becomes the current recording folder For details on the folder see page 32 e When not creating a new folder the 101MSDCP folder is selected as the recording folder You can create folders designated up to 999MSDCF mages are recorded in the newly created folder until a different folder is created or selected You cannot delete a folder with the camera To delete a folder use your computer etc Up to 4 000 images can be stored in one folder When the folder capaci
34. efore using the camera However even if this rechargeable battery is not charged you can still use the camera as long as you do not record the date and time s4310 Charging method Insert batteries with enough capacity in the camera or connect the camera to a wall outlet wall socket using the AC Adaptor not supplied and leave the camera for 24 hours or more with the power off 07 08 AUN DUBIE osrmtsispRempIShE triRS 68 Aperture scr oscssectecunsverseisesnepes 10 Auto FOCUS 1 5 eerte eret 9 Auto ISO IO ou on cao Cr 39 PAN Mh teousemeiecansesen 54 B Back Up isicisissvenscvicsviceens 22 BED seien quais p d 43 BJUT get NP E 9 ji ut 30 C CAO TO os eroe p nip Ups mE 38 CD ROM uo it itio Eo ph 48 Change REC Folder 42 Cleaning 87 rue Set T 45 CTIOUO utei PUEDE LES 20 Be a osi IRR ED 11 Compression ratio 13 Computer Copying images 49 Recommended environment 47 Software assesses 48 Viewing image files stored on a computer with your CAMELS iccscetesecntosvorentianes 55 Windows occi 46 Connecting COmputer s es 50 PHAGE 2 oes pE ORA 64 TY ceca 68 COPY e 42 Copying images to your COIDULGT c bieten r thes 49 Create REC Folder 41 Cyber shot Viewer 56 TX eiu PES VAREORERRIIPRUADISEIE 39 Date Time oeocsravieh inire os 39 Day amp Time aerem 39 Daylight uva
35. enomenon is occurring 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 Buijoousa qno4 B The eyes of the subject come out red Set Red Eye Reduction in the Setup menu to On page 39 e Shoot the subject at a distance closer than the recommended shooting distance using the flash Light the room and shoot the subject Dots appear and remain on the screen e This is not a malfunction These dots are not recorded 73 Cannot shoot images in succession The internal memory or the Memory Stick Duo is full Delete unnecessary images The battery level is low Install charged batteries or replace with new ones Viewing images Refer to Computers page 75 in conjunction with the following items Your camera cannot play back images e Set the mode dial to gt page 24 The folder file name has been changed on your computer When an image file has been processed by a computer or when the image file was recorded using a model other than that of your camera playback on your camera is not guaranteed The camera is in USB mode Delete the USB communication page 53 The date and time are not displayed e D Screen status button is turned off
36. ernal memory at a print shop directly from the camera Copy the images to a Memory Stick Duo then take the Memory Stick Duo to the print shop What is DPOF DPOF Digital Print Order Format is a function allowing you to make a DY Print order mark on images of Memory Stick Duo that you want to print out later e You can also print the images with the LY Print order mark using a printer that conforms to the DPOF Digital Print Order Format standard or using a PictBridge compliant printer You cannot mark movies When taking a Memory Stick Duo to a shop Consult your photo printing service shop as to what types of Memory Stick Duo they handle f a Memory Stick Duo is not handled by your photo printing service shop copy the images you want to print out to other medium such as a CD R and take it to the shop When taking a Memory Stick Duo be sure to prepare the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor not supplied with it Before you take image data to a shop always copy back up your data to a disk You cannot set the number of prints Marking in single image mode Control button MENU button 1 Display the image you want to print 2 Press MENU to display the menu 3 Select DPOF with lt gt then press e A Y Print order mark is marked on the image uu d fT 2 9 UY DPOF Exit lt gt BACK NEXT 4 To mark other images display the desired
37. g a back up copy See page 22 for the data back up method Notes on recording playback This camera is neither dust proof nor splash proof nor water proof Read Precautions page 87 before operating the camera Before you record one time events make a trial recording to make sure that the camera 1s working correctly Be careful not to get the camera wet Water entering the inside of the camera may cause malfunctions which in some cases may not be repairable Do not aim the camera at the sun or other bright light This may cause irrecoverable damage to your eyes Or it may cause the malfunction of your camera Do not use the camera near a location that generates strong radio waves or emits radiation The camera may not be able to record or play back properly Using the camera in sandy or dusty locations may cause malfunctions If moisture condensation occurs remove it before using the camera page 87 Do not shake or strike the camera In addition to malfunctions and an inability to record images this may render the recording medium unusable or cause image data breakdown damage or loss Clean the flash surface before use The heat of flash emission may cause dirt on the flash surface to become discolored or to stick to the flash surface resulting in insufficient light emission Notes on the LCD screen and lens The LCD screen is manufactured using extremely high precision technology so over 99 4
38. g folders on Windows XP Je Desktop j My Documents X My Computer a d 31 Floppy Ge Local Disl amp Local Disk t CD Drive e Removable Disk DCIM j 100MsDcF jJ 101MSDCF 999MSDCF MISC Folder containing image data recorded using a camera not equipped with the folder creating function Q Folder containing image data recorded using this camera When no new folders are created there are folders as follows Memory Stick Duo 101MSDCF only Internal memory 101 SONY only You cannot record any images to the 100MSDCF folder The images in these folders are available only for viewing You cannot record playback any images to the MISC folder mage files are named as follows OOO 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 DSCOLILIEIE JPG Movie files MOVOLILILILI AVI ndex image files that are recorded when you record movies MOVOLILILILI ITHM For more information about folders see pages 32 and 41 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 camer
39. g to the lighting condition in a situation for example when the colors of a image look strange 20 Incandescent Adjusts for places where the lighting conditions change quickly such as a party hall or under bright lighting such as photography studios Fluorescent Adjusts for fluorescent lighting Hs p Adjusts for a cloudy sky 29 Daylight Adjusts for outdoors shooting night scenes neon signs J 8 nig g fireworks or sunrise or conditions before and after sundown Adjusts the White Balance automatically For details on WB page 11 Under fluorescent lights that flicker the white balance function may not work correctly even though you select Fluorescent nuaw aiu Buis i P 212 2 eim a pa Selects a luminous sensitivity with units of ISO The larger the number the higher the sensitivity 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 page 11 Note that the image tends to become noisier as the ISO sensitivity number increases ISO is set to Auto in the Scene mode P Quality BP fe 2 ze pa amp e Selects the still image quality Fine FINE Records with high quality low compression N standard STD Records with standard quality high compression For details on the image quality page 12
40. he File menu Choose the Folder to be imported You can specify the Folder to be imported from folders registered as Viewed folders Updating image registration information To update image information choose Update Database from the Tools menu Updating the database may take a while f you rename image files or folders in Viewed folders they cannot be displayed with this software In this case update the database Uninstalling Cyber shot Viewer CD Click Start Settings Control Panel Double click Add Remove Programs For Windows XP click Start Control Panel then double click Add or Remove Programs 2 Select Sony Picture Utility and click Change Remove for Windows XP Remove to uninstall Technical Support 48 ndwum3 anoh Buis n Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at the Sony Customer Support Website http www sony net 99 60 Using your Macintosh computer You can copy images to your computer The supplied software is not compatible with Macintosh computers Recommended computer environment The following environment is recommended for a computer connected to the camera Recommended environment for copying images OS pre installed Mac OS 9 1 9 2 or Mac OS X v10 0 or later USB jack Provided as standard Notes on connecting your camera to a com
41. hen shooting movies Battery Battery life min Approx Alkaline NH AA DB Ni MH Shooting movies continuously with an image size of 320 elauiea3 au GuiAofuz 23 24 Using the mode dial Set the mode dial to the desired function Control button ECE Shooting movies gt Playback Edit Still image shooting modes MD Auto adjustment mode Allows easy shooting with the settings adjusted automatically 2 2 7 A amp Scene Selection mode Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene Program auto shooting mode Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically both the shutter speed and the aperture value Also you can select various settings using the menu For details on the functions available page 27 In this Cyber shot Handbook the available mode dial setting is shown as follows Al P fe l hala Pe Unavailable Available Scene Selection For shooting an image appropriately according to the scene condition a combination of functions is determined by the camera V you can select the desired setting esauies au Buitofu3 E 25 Using the menu gt Using menu items A lt 4 gt button Mode dial 1 Turn on the power and set the mode dial Items available vary depending on the mode dial position 2 Press MENU to display the
42. ijoousa qno4 i 71 You cannot record images while charging the flash e When shooting a still image set the mode dial to a position other than e Set the mode dial to 43 when shooting movies m The subject is not visible on the screen e Set the mode dial to an other position than gt page 24 The image is out of focus The subject is too close Record in the close up Macro recording mode Make sure to position the lens farther away from the subject than the shortest shooting distance approximately 5 cm 2 inches W 35 cm 13 7 8 inches T when shooting e Twilight mode or a4 Landscape mode is selected as the Scene mode when you shoot still images Zoom does not work You cannot change the zoom scale when shooting movies Precision digital zoom does not function e Set Digital Zoom to Precision page 38 This function cannot be used while shooting movies Smart zoom does not function e Set Digital Zoom to Smart page 38 This function cannot be used when The image size is set to 5M or 3 2 Shooting movies The flash does not work The flash is set to No flash You cannot use the flash when Mode REC Mode is set to Burst page 30 Twilight mode or 9 Candle mode of the Scene mode or H movie is selected e Set the flash to 4 Forced flash to shoot still images when aa Landscape mod
43. ility Cyber shot Viewer Tools Media Check Tool 2 Connect the camera to your computer with the USB cable After the camera is automatically detected the Import Images screen is displayed f you will use the Memory Stick slot first refer to page page 49 In Windows XP if the AutoPlay Wizard appears close it 3 Import the images To start importing images click the Import button Garo r lm atr Estaba tz raura Img Lae By default images are imported into a folder created in My Pictures that is named with the date of importing For instructions on changing the Folder to be imported refer to page 59 Viewing images 1 Checking imported images When importing is complete the Cyber shot Viewer starts Thumbnails of the imported images are displayed The My Pictures folder is set as the default folder in Viewed folders Youcan double click a thumbnail to display the image by itself 2 Viewing images in Viewed folders arranged by shooting date on a calendar DClick the Calendar tab Years when images were shot are listed Click the year Images shot that year are displayed arranged on the calendar by shooting date STo display images by month click the desired month Thumbnails of images shot that month are displayed 4 To display images by time click the desired date Thumbnails of images shot that
44. in any way These may cause leakage explosion or heat up of the battery and personal scald or injury may be caused These may cause a malfunction of the battery charger Always carry the Nickel Metal Hidride batteries in the battery case Otherwise metallic objects may short the and ends resulting in the risk of heating or fire If the poles of the Nickel Metal Hydride batteries are dirty the batteries may not charge properly Wipe them with a dry cloth etc At the time of purchase or when the Nickel Metal Hydride batteries have not been used for a long time they may not full charge This is typical of this type of battery and is not a malfunction If this happens repeatedly using up the batteries fully and then recharging them should correct the problem If you recharge Nickel Metal Hydride batteries before fully using up the existing charge the low battery warning may be displayed sooner than expected This is called the memory effect If this problem occurs charging the batteries only after using up the existing charge will correct it The memory effect the situation in which the capacity of the battery is temporarily lowered To use up the batteries completely put the camera in the slide show mode page 34 and leave it that way until the batteries are used up Do not mix new and used batteries Do not expose the battery to water The battery is not water resistant 05 06 Effect
45. ining the copied files to open that image file To delete the USB connection Perform the procedures listed below beforehand when Disconnecting the USB cable Removing a Memory Stick Duo nserting a Memory Stick Duo into the camera after copying images from the internal memory Turning off the camera Drag and drop the drive icon or the icon of the Memory Stick Duo to the Trash icon The camera is disconnected from the computer f you are using Mac OS X v10 0 perform the procedure above after you have turned your computer off Technical Support Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at the Sony Customer Support Website http www sony net Jajndwioa anoh Buis B 61 Printing still images How to print still images Printing directly using a PictBridge compliant printer page 63 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 For details see the operating instructions supplied with the printer Printing using a computer You can copy images to a computer using the Cyber shot Viewer software in the supplied CD ROM and print the images Printing at a shop page 66 You can take a Memory Stick Duo containing images shot with
46. ion digital zoom image quality deteriorates Bax E Off x Does not use the digital zoom Image size and maximum zoom scale using Smart zoom VGA E Mail Approx 12 0 When you press the zoom button the zoom scaling indicator appears as follows The W side of this line is the optical zoom area m and the T side is the digital zoom area Zoom scaling indicator The maximum zoom scale of smart zoom precision zoom includes the scale of the optical zoom When using the smart zoom the image on the screen may look rough However this phenomenon has no effect on the recorded image For details on the operation page 37 Selects how to superimpose the date or time onto the image Select this before shooting The date and time do not appear during shooting instead the indicator appears The date and time ac in red on the lower right corner of the screen during playback only Day amp Time Superimposes the date hour and minute Date Superimposes the year month and day The date is inserted in the order you select Does not superimpose the date and time You cannot insert the data and time into movies The date and time superimposed cannot be removed later Red Eye Reduction Reduces the red eye phenomenon when using the flash Select this before shooting On Reduces the red eye phenomenon The flash pre strobes twice or more before shooting uaasas dnjag ay Buisf l
47. isf li 49 Using your computer gt Enjoying your Windows computer For details on using a Macintosh computer refer to Using your Macintosh computer page 60 This section describes the English version screen contents Install the software supplied first page 48 Enjoying images using the Cyber shot Viewer page 56 Viewing images saved on your computer Viewing photos organized by date e Editing images C Printing images C g imag 46 Recommended computer environment The following environment is recommended for a computer connected to the camera Recommended environment for copying images OS pre installed Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional Windows Millennium Edition Windows XP Home Edition or Windows XP Professional Operation is not assured in an environment based on an upgrade of the operating systems described above or in a multi boot environment USB jack Provided as standard Recommended environment for using the Cyber shot Viewer OS pre installed Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional Windows Millennium Edition Windows XP Home Edition or Windows XP Professional Sound card 16 bit stereo sound card with speakers Processor Memory Pentium III 500 MHz or faster 128 MB of RAM or more Recommended Pentium III 800 MHz or faster and 256 MB of RAM or more Software DirectX 9 0c or later Hard Disk Disk space required for installation 200 MB or
48. ive use of Nickel Metal Hydride batteries Batteries are discharged even when they are not used We recommend you charge the batteries just before using them Battery performance decreases in low temperature surroundings and the battery life is shortened under such circumstances To use the battery longer we recommend you keep the battery in its case in a pocket close to your body to warm it and insert it in your camera just before you start shooting If the poles of the batteries and the terminals on the battery cover of the camera are dirty the battery life may be extremely shortened Occasionally wipe them with a dry cloth etc to keep them clean If you shoot a lot using the flash and the zoom the battery power will be used up faster We recommend having spare batteries handy for two or three times the expected shooting time and try test shooting before actually using the camera Battery life of Nickel Metal Hydride batteries The battery life is limited The battery capacity decreases little by little as you use it more and more and as time passes When the battery operating time seems to have been considerably shortened a probable cause is that the batteries have reached the end of their life The battery life varies depending on storage operating conditions and environment and is different for each battery Precautions Do not leave the camera in the following places In an extremely hot place In
49. ividual images The original images in the internal memory are retained even after copying To delete the contents of the internal memory remove the Memory Stick Duo after copying then execute the Format command in fMi Internal Memory Tool page 40 You cannot select a folder copied on a Memory Stick Duo The setting of LY Print order marks is not copied even when you copy data Setup 1 For details on the operation page 37 1 The default settings are marked with 2 LCD Backlight Selects the brightness of the LCD backlight when using the camera with batteries v Wm e Selecting Bright uses up the battery charge faster Selects the sound produced when you operate the camera Shutter Turns on the shutter sound when you press the shutter button V Turns on the beep shutter sound when you press the control button press the shutter button SE Turns off the beep shutter sound Initializes the setting to the default setting SK See the following procedure uaasas dnjag ay Guisn B Cancel Cancels the resetting D Select OK with A on the control button then press The message Initialize all settings Ready appears 2 Select OK with A then press The settings are reset to the default setting Make sure that the power is not disconnected during resetting 43 44 Setup 2 For details on the operation page 37 The default settings are marked with
50. k 2 Turn on the TV and set the TV video input switch to video For details see the operating instructions supplied with the TV 68 Viewing images on a TV screen 3 Set the mode dial to and turn on the camera Mode dial ES ton Control bu Images shot with the camera appear on the TV screen Press lt P on the control button to select the desired image When using your camera abroad it may be necessary to switch the video signal output to match that of your TV system page 44 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 A V cable The color system of the TV must match that of your digital still camera Check the following lists for the color system of the country or region when the camera is used NTSC system Bahama Islands Bolivia Canada Central America Chile Colombia Ecuador Jamaica Japan Korea Mexico Peru Surinam Taiwan the Philippines the U S A Venezuela etc PAL system Australia Austria Belgium China Czech Republic Denmark Finland Germany Holland Hong Kong Hungary Italy Kuwait Malaysia New Zealand Norway Poland Portugal Singapore Slovak Republic Spain Sweden Switzerland Thailand United Kingdom etc PAL M system Brazil PAL N system Argentina Paraguay Uruguay SECAM system Bulgaria France Guiana Iran Iraq Monaco
51. le to firmly secure the camera to tripods having screws longer than 5 5mm 7 32 inch and may damage the camera 12 Battery Memory Stick Duo cover LCD screen 20 15 For shooting Zoom W T button For viewing Q Playback zoom button E S Index button ILJI Screen status button 20 Hook for wrist strap MENU button 26 Control button Menu on A W lt 4 gt Menu off 4 O G WB lt Access lamp fia 1T Image Size Delete button e eJauiea au GuiAofuz n 15 16 Indicators on the screen See the pages in parentheses for details of operation When shooting still images DATE I50400 RHY 33 F28 2 0ev Jj When shooting movies 4 2 0 2 0Ev 15 Indication m Sater remaing e pma NN QUEE Remis oA White balance 29 uel Standby Recording a movie Mode dial Scene Selection Mode dial 24 Flash mode Flash charging e Red eye reduction 39 Display Indication Ds Dis 81 EET Spot metering cross hair NEN HN Tul Recording folder 41 es AF range finder frame 9 This does not appear when using the internal memory Remaining internal elauiea au GuiAofuz E D memory capacity 21 Shutter speed RI NM QUIE Duo capacity 21 42 0EV EV level value 28 lali Recording time maximum recordable time 21 wsrsor amp Ts Menu Guide Me
52. life and number of images that can be recorded viewed 23 Using the mode dial T 24 Using menu items sssssssssseeeeeenenn nnne 26 UOI 27 hooting MeNi rc 28 EV e Metering Mode WB White Bal ISO P Quality Mode REC Mode PFX P Effect B Saturation CE Sharpness ik Setup NLS ACD iuit 32 Pg Folder o Protect DPOF ch Print L3 Slide 4 Resize 3 Rotate ie Setup Using the Setup screen Digital Zoom Date Time Red Eye Reduction Auto Review Internal Memory Tool cccccccseceeeeeeeeeeseneeeeeaeeeeeseaeeeesaeeeeeseaeeesaes 40 Format Te Memory Stick TOO cccccssessccccecesseeeeeceeeeeeeseseeeeeeesseuseeeeesaneeeseees 41 Format Create REC Folder Change REC Folder Copy BE SOtUD 1 MRRRRRRRMMMMMMMERSIi gGUMMMMMMRMMMRMMMMWMM 43 LCD Backlight Beep Initialize File Number USB Connect Video Out Clock Set Using your computer Enjoying your Windows COMPUTEL cccceseeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseaeeeeeaaeeeesnaaes 46 Installing the software SUPPIIC cccccecseeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseaaseeeeees 48 Copying images to your COMPUTEL cccecceesseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeesaeseeeeeseaaeees 49 Viewing image files stored on a computer with your camera using a Memory SUCK DUG e E 55 Using the Cyber shot Viewer supplied
53. mage mode 63 SIS ede eoo Db Sereas 34 Smart ZOOM eeeeenee 38 SOWAT E ida Mee E best dits 48 Spot metering 28 Spot metering cross hairs 28 SIADOAG n scires ae ise 20 T Tripod receptacle 14 Troubleshooting 70 d tto t EAE 68 U Underexposure 10 USB Cables it ehepidanas 19 USB COlhB6eCL serere 44 V Video Otternes deci vests 44 Viewing NIQVIE Sc pates 56 Still image 56 Viewing menu 22 W Warning indicators and messages eeeeese 81 bu a 20 White balance 20 Windows computer 46 Recommended environment 47 Write protect switch 83 09 90 Trademarks Cyber shot is a trademark of Sony Corporation Memory Stick b n Memory Stick PRO Memory STICK PRO Memory Stick Duo Memory STICK DUO Memory Stick PRO Duo Memory STICK PRO Duo MagicGate and MIAGIC GATE are trademarks of Sony Corporation Microsoft Windows and DirectX are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Computer Inc Intel MMX and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation In addition system and prod
54. menu 3 Select the desired menu item with lt gt on the control button If the desired item is invisible keep pressing lt gt until it appears on the screen Press after selecting an item when the mode dial 1S0 us is set to Pb 4 Select the setting with A V The setting you select is zoomed and is set 5 Press MENU to turn off the menu e f there is an item that is not displayed an A W mark appears on the edges of the location where menu items usually appear To display an item that is not displayed select the mark with the control button You cannot select items that are grayed out 26 Men u items For details on the operation page 26 The menu items available vary depending on the mode dial position Only the available items are displayed on the screen V available Mode dial position amp P Sene EX amp Menu for shooting page 28 EV e Metering Mode WB White Bal ISO P Quality Mode REC Mode v PFX P Effect Saturation D Sharpness zm Setup v Menu for viewing page 32 Py Folder o Protect DPOF Ch Print Ir Slide m SIS I lt nuaw ay Buis n S III I lt I lt LIS IS ISIS IS ISIS ISIS lt lt J Resize 0 3 Rotate M _ dk Setup
55. more Display Screen resolution 800 x 600 dots or more Colors High Color 16 bit color 65 000 colors or more This software is compatible with DirectX technology DirectX must be installed for use Notes on connecting your camera to a computer Operations are not guaranteed for all the recommended computer environments mentioned above f you connect two or more USB devices to a single computer at the same time some devices including your camera may not operate depending on the types of USB devices you are using Operations are not guaranteed when using a USB hub The Normal default setting mode is for a USB connection when connectiong a computer This section describes the Normal mode as an example When your computer resumes from a suspend or sleep mode communication between your camera and your computer may not recover at the same time Jajndwioa anoh Buis B 41 Installing the software supplied You can install the software supplied using the following procedure When using Windows 2000 Me do not connect the camera to the computer before installation In Windows 2000 XP log on as Administrator When the supplied software is installed the USB driver is installed automatically 1 Turn on your computer and insert the CD ROM supplied into the CD ROM drive The installation menu screen appears If it does not appear double click iJ My Computer EL
56. n Setup mate Lf g w s See page 37 31 32 For details on the operation page 26 Viewing menu The default settings are marked with 2 E43 Folder Selects the folder containing the image you want to play back when using a Memory Stick Duo See the following procedure D Select the desired folder with lt gt on the control button Select Folder C3 102 Folder Name 102MSDCF No Of Files 9 Created 2006 1 1 1 05 34AM OK Cancel lt gt BACK NEXT 2 Select OK with A then press 6 X On the Folder The camera stores images in a specified folder of a Memory Stick Duo page 41 You can change the folder or create a new one To create a new folder Create REC Folder page 41 To change the folder for recording images Change REC Folder page 42 When multiple folders are created in the Memory Stick Duo and the first or last image in the folder is displayed the following indicators appear pu Moves to the previous folder n Moves to the next folder Fm Moves to either the previous and next folders For details on the operation page 26 o Protect Protects images against accidental erasure Protect o n See the following procedure Bdo 4 Exits the Protection function To protect images in single image mode CD Display the image you want to protect 2 Press M
57. n cannot be guaranteed for all Memory Stick functions Memory Stick type Recording Playback Memory Stick without MagicGate Memory Stick with MagicGate Memory Stick Duo without MagicGate Memory Stick Duo with MagicGate MagicGate Memory Stick O MagicGate Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick PRO Fp Memory Stick PRO Duo L Memory Stick Duo MagicGate Memory Stick Duo and Memory Stick PRO Duo are equipped with MagicGate functions MagicGate is copyright protection technology that uses encryption technology Data recording playback that requires MagicGate functions cannot be performed with this camera Ore E 1 2 S Supports high speed data transfer using a parallel interface A Memory Stick Duo formatted with a computer is not guaranteed to operate with this camera Data read write speeds differ depending on the combination of the Memory Stick Duo and the equipment used l Onthe Memory Stick Notes on using a Memory Stick Duo not supplied You cannot record edit or delete images if you slide the write protect switch to LOCK with a fine tipped object Terminal x B4 Write protect switch Memo area Some Memory Stick Duo cards do not have a write protect switch On Memory Stick Duo with this switch the position and shape may vary depending on the Memory Stick Duo Do not remove the Memory Stick Duo while re
58. ng to play back a file that is not compatible with the camera Enable printer to connect e USB Connect is set to PictBridge however the camera is connected to a non PictBridge compliant device Check the device The connection 1s not established Disconnect and connect the USB cable again If an error message is indicated on the printer refer to the operating instructions supplied with the printer Connect to PictBridge device You tried to print images before the printer connection was established Connect to a PictBridge compliant printer No printable image You tried to execute DPOF image without placing a DPOF Print order mark on the image s You tried to execute All In This Folder while a folder that holds only movies was selected You cannot print movies Printer busy Paper error No Paper Ink error Low Ink No Ink Check the printer Printer error Check the printer Check if the image you want to print is corrupted QO The data transmission to the printer may not be completed yet Do not disconnect the USB cable Processing The printer is canceling the current print job You cannot print until it is finished This may take time depending on the printer 3 Others 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 operatio
59. np rivus 20 Delete 15 Digital Zoom 38 DPOF eT 66 E Enlarging an image 38 EV ENTE SO ee nee 28 PA POSES Lio as SEP I EpEUS 10 Extension occi retenti 55 F PUG DANG NER DS 54 File Number sc jacesveiscacvenatstou 44 File storage destination 54 PING D 20 IOP OS OCI ches cns Ret Ro Ralt 29 FOCUS innser ene 9 201115 EP 32 Changing 42 Creating socer pcne 41 Format cios tino ete bett cst 41 Identifying parts 14 Image file storage destinations and file names 54 Image quality 12 29 mage size Lo oot s or roPEPEE UD 12 Incabdescento s epo prroi reet 29 Index mode ioa ettet 63 Index SODGEIL a espe odd 33 Indicator 00 see Screen Jnitialize eeeeeese rebns 43 i 30 1 MPH 48 Internal memory 22 Internal Memory Tool 40 Internal rechargeable battery 87 ISO e 10 11 29 i E E 54 LCD Backlight 43 LCD screen see Screen M Macintosh computer Recommended environment 60 Memory Stick Duo 83 Format iue reina 41 Number of images recording time 21 Write protect switch 83 Memory Stick Tool 41 Men siissirrsirieriai innia 26 TTMS o tod ebat lS 27 Shooting 28 Viewing 32 Metering Mode 28 hiv C 30 Moistu
60. nu 26 not displayed on the screen on the previous Self timer page Date Time 39 ISO number 29 Remaining number of recordable images 21 17 18 When playing back still images 2006 1 1 9 30AM gi lt gt BACK NEXT When playing back movies um Bateryremaining Image size Recording mode 24 30 e mee O n LY Print order DPOF mark 66 Change folder 32 This does not appear when using the internal memory xis Zom saine 0 Display Indication 101 0012 Folder file number 32 a N Tir Display Indication PictBridge connecting 63 Recording folder 41 e This does not appear when using the internal memory Playback folder 32 e This does not appear when using the internal memory Remaining internal memory capacity 21 Remaining Memory Stick Duo capacity 21 8 8 12 12 Image number Number of images recorded in selected folder Lo 00 00 12 cable 65 ISO number 29 Metering mode 28 White balance 29 Shutter speed Playback image 5 2006 1 1 Recording date time of the playback image Menu Guide Menu 26 Select images eJauiea au GuiAofuz n 19 Changing the screen display Each time you press the Screen status button the display changes as follows Indicators off 20 Number of s
61. of all images in the folder Select All In This Folder in step 4 of To protect images in index mode and press Select Off with gt then press Note that formatting the internal memory or Memory Stick Duo erases all the data stored on the recording media even if images are protected and these images cannot be recovered It may take some time to protect an image DPOF Adds a BY Print order mark to images you want to print page 66 See page 63 E gt Slide Plays back recorded images in order Slide show Interval Sets the slide show interval For details on the operation page 26 Image Plays back all images in the selected folder PPA Plays back all images stored on the Memory Stick Duo On Plays back images in a continuous loop Im After all the images have been played back the slide show ends Sat See the following procedure CD Select Interval Image and Repeat with A W lt gt on the control button 2 Select Start with W P then press The slide show starts To end the slide show press select Exit with amp then press nuaw aiu Buis n During a slide show you can display the previous next image with lt gt The Interval time is just a guideline so it may vary depending on the image size etc EN Resize 3 P2212 nl amp You can change the image size of a rec
62. of the pixels are operational for effective use However there may be some tiny black points and or bright points white red blue or green in color that constantly appear on the LCD screen These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way Exposing the LCD screen or the lens to direct sunlight for long periods may cause malfunctions Be careful when placing the camera near a window or outdoors Do not press against the LCD screen The screen may be discolored and that may cause a malfunction Images may trail across on the LCD screen in a cold location This is not a malfunction This camera is equipped with a power zoom lens Be careful not to bump the lens and be careful not to apply force to it On image data compatibility This camera conforms with DCF Design rule for Camera File system universal standard established by JEITA Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association Playback of images recorded with your camera on other equipment and playback of images recorded or edited with other equipment on your camera are not guaranteed Warning on copyright Television programs films videotapes and other materials may be copyrighted Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws The pictures used in this manual The photographs used as examples of pictures in this manual are reproduced
63. on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help 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 Notes on using your camera Types of Memory Stick that can be used not supplied The IC recording medium used by this camera is a Memory Stick Duo There are two types of Memory Stick Memory Stick Duo you can use a Memory Stick Duo with your camera Memory Stick you cannot use a Memory Stick with your camera Other memory cards cannot be used For details on Memory Stick Duo see page 83 When using a Memory Stick Duo with Memory Stick compatible equipment You can use the Memory Stick Duo by inserting it into the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor not supplied SONY 4 Q Memory Stick Duo Adaptor No compensation for contents of the recording The contents of the recording cannot be compensated for if recording or playback is not possible due to a malfunction of your camera or recording media etc Internal memory and Memory Stick Duo back up Do not turn off the camera or remove the battery pack or Memory Stick Duo while the access lamp is lighted as the internal memory data or Memory Stick Duo data may be destroyed Always protect your data by makin
64. orded image Resize and save it as a new file The original image is retained even after resizing The setting size is just a guideline see page 13 Cancel CD Display the image you want to resize 2 Press MENU to display the menu 3 Select 13 Resize with lt gt then press Select the desired size with A V then press The resized image is recorded in the recording folder as the newest file For details on Image Size see page 13 When you change from a small size to a large size the image quality deteriorates You can not resize the image size to 3 2 35 36 For details on the operation page 26 3 Rotate ct Rotates a still image Rotates an image See the following procedure Cancel Cancels rotation Determines the rotation See the following procedure CD Display the image to be rotated 2 Press MENU to display the menu 3 Select X Rotate with lt gt on the control button then press 4 Select 4 y with A then rotate the image with lt gt Select OK with A V then press You may not be able to rotate images shot with other cameras When viewing images on a computer the image rotation information may not be reflected depending on the software See page 37 Using the Setup screen Using Setup items You can change the default settings using the Setup screen A V 4 gt button Mo
65. ory Stick Duo Adaptor If you insert a Memory Stick Duo into a Memory Stick compliant device without a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor you might not be able to remove it from the device When inserting a Memory Stick Duo into a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor make sure the Memory Stick Duo is inserted facing in the correct direction then insert it all the way in Incorrect insertion may result in a malfunction When using a Memory Stick Duo inserted into a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor with a Memory Stick compliant device make sure that the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor is inserted facing the correct direction Note that improper use may damage the equipment Do not insert a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor into a Memory Stick compliant device without a Memory Stick Duo attached Doing so may result in malfunction of the unit Notes on using Memory Stick PRO Duo not supplied Memory Stick PRO Duo with a capacity up to 2 GB have been confirmed to operate properly with this camera On the batteries Batteries you can use with your camera LR6 size AA alkaline batteries 2 supplied non rechargeable HR 15 51 HR6 size AA Nickel Metal Hydride batteries 2 not supplied rechargeable NH AA 2DB twin pack etc ZR6 size AA Oxy Nickel Primary Battery 2 not supplied non rechargeable Batteries you cannot use with your camera Manganese batteries Lithium batteries Ni Cd batteries If you use the abo
66. ou turn off the camera The batteries are discharged Install new batteries or charged Nickel Metal Hydride batteries not supplied or use the AC Adaptor not supplied The Clock Set screen appears when you turn on the camera e Set the date and time again The power of camera is turned off automatically when you remove the Memory Stick Duo under power on status This is not a malfunction Turn off the camera before you remove the Memory Stick Duo Warning messages Messages If the following messages appear follow the instructions Turn the power off and on again A problem with the lens has caused an error Da The battery level is low Install new ones or charged Nickel Metal Hydride batteries not supplied Depending on the conditions of use or the type of battery the indicator may flash even though there are still 5 to 10 minutes of remaining battery time left System error Turn the power off and then on again Internal memory error Turn the power off and then on again Reinsert the Memory Stick nsert the Memory Stick Duo correctly The inserted Memory Stick Duo cannot be used in your camera page 83 The Memory Stick Duo is damaged The terminal section of the Memory Stick Duo is dirty Memory Stick type error The inserted Memory Stick Duo cannot be used in your camera page 83 Memory Stick locked You are using the
67. p Consult the computer or software manufacturer 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 play back the movie from the hard disk page 49 You cannot print an image Check the printer settings Images once copied to a computer cannot be viewed on the camera Copy them to a folder recognized by the camera such as 101MSDCF page 54 Operate correctly page 55 Cyber shot Viewer Images are not displayed correctly with Cyber shot Viewer Make sure the folder of the images is registered in Viewed folders If the images are not displayed even if the folder is registered in Viewed folders update the database page 59 You cannot find images imported with Cyber shot Viewer Look in the My Pictures folder If you have changed the default settings refer to page 59 and check what folder is used for importing You want to change the Folder to be imported Access the Import Settings screen to change Folder to be imported You can specify a different folder after using Cyber shot Viewer to register it in Viewed folders page 59 All imported images are displayed on the calendar with the date January 1 The date has not been set on the camera Set the date on the
68. page 20 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 44 Check whether the connection is correct page 68 The USB cable is connected to the USB jack Disconnect it according to the correct procedure page 53 The image does not appear on the screen If the A V cable is connected disconnect it page 68 No recorded sound is played back with movies on the camera The sound recorded with moives can only be played back on TV PC 14 Deleting Editing images Your camera cannot delete an image Cancel the protection page 34 e Set the write protect switch on the Memory Stick Duo to the recording position page 83 You have deleted an image by mistake Once you have deleted an image you cannot restore it We recommend that you set protection on an image page 33 or set the write protect switch on the Memory Stick Duo to the LOCK position page 83 to prevent accidental erasure You cannot display a DPOF Print order mark You cannot display DPOF Print order marks on movies Computers You do not know if the OS of your computer is compatible with the camera Check Recommended computer environment
69. places such as in a car parked in the sun the camera body may become deformed and this may cause a malfunction Under direct sunlight or near a heater The camera body may become discolored or deformed and this may cause a malfunction In a location subject to rocking vibration Near strong magnetic place In sandy or dusty places Be careful not to let sand or dust get into the camera This may cause the camera to malfunction and in some cases this malfunction cannot be repaired On cleaning Cleaning the LCD screen Wipe the screen surface with an LCD cleaning kit not supplied to remove fingerprints dust etc Cleaning the lens Wipe the lens with a soft cloth 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 with a dry cloth Do not use the following as they may damage the finish or the casing Chemical products such as thinner benzine alcohol disposable cloths insect repellent sunscreen or insecticide etc Do not touch the camera with the above on your hand Do not leave the camera in contact with rubber or vinyl for a long time On operating temperatures Your camera is designed for use under the temperatures between 0 C and 40 C 32 F and 104 F In case of alkaline batteries Oxy Nickel Primary Battery the temperatures are between 5 C and 40 C 41 F and 104 F Shooting in
70. puter Operations are not guaranteed for all the recommended computer environments mentioned above f you connect two or more USB devices to a single computer at the same time some devices including your camera may not operate depending on the types of USB devices you are using Operations are not guaranteed when using a USB hub The Normal default setting mode is for a USB connection when connectiong a computer This section describes the Normal mode as an example When your computer resumes from the suspend or sleep mode communication between your camera and your computer may not recover at the same time Copying and viewing images on a computer 1 Prepare the camera and a Macintosh computer Perform the same procedure as that described in Stage 1 Preparing the camera and the computer on page 49 2 Connect the USB cable Perform the same procedure as that described in Stage 2 Connecting the camera and your computer on page 50 3 Copy image files to the Macintosh computer Double click the newly recognized icon DCIM the folder where the images you want to copy are stored 2 Drag and drop the image files to the hard disk icon The image files are copied to the hard disk For details on the storage location of the images and file names see page 54 4 View images on the computer Double click the hard disk icon the desired image file in the folder conta
71. re condensation 87 MotiochrOme sesso 30 Multi pattern metering 28 N INS uio leasesasencecssdaedoanca 44 Number of images Recording UME MER HUY NES 21 0 Optical Zoom e cosa neixaeh 38 OS 47 Overexposure ese rof rns 10 P P ETEC isn eurost ei 30 PAL acute ai 44 PC cea epecuie see Computer PEX ae aa 30 PictBridge ooo ertet 63 PICTUTECLIECE soos eene es 30 Pixel acute eU 12 Playback see Viewing Playback Edit 24 PRECAUTIONS 2 2 eed testet es 87 Precision digital zoom 38 Pressing halfway down 9 POL eod SERIEM 62 Index mode 63 Single image mode 63 Print order mark 66 Printing at a shop 66 Printing directly 63 Program auto shooting 24 PROLCCU ua ce aed pei am 33 R REC Modes iieri tte 30 Red Eye Reduction 39 hij i 33 Rot te ee ect p nidis 36 S SOUUFALPOTE coo ee Coe E S Hp 31 Screen Changing the display 20 INCIGALOT 3 pcnesicteabcns sets 16 LCD Backlight 43 SEDIA S enable adu dti 30 Set Pirenoa eunea 31 36 37 Camera assii orani evessa 38 Memory Stick Tool 41 SeLUD 4 oiomodesevio chris 43 SeLUD Zorer tirir 44 DCUID ere e t 43 DELIS asado tee tenets 44 Sharpness iere een 31 Shooting menu 28 Shooting movies 24 Single i
72. re the examples for copying images from Memory Stick Duo Stage 1 Preparing the camera and the computer 1 Insert a Memory Stick Duo with recorded images into the camera When copying images in the internal memory this step is unnecessary 2 Insert the sufficiently charged battery pack in the camera or connect the camera to a wall outlet wall socket with the AC Adaptor not supplied When you copy images to your computer using a battery pack with little remaining charge copying may fail or image data may become corrupted if the battery pack shuts down too soon 3 Set the mode dial to gt then press POWER to turn on the camera and the computer Jajndwioa anoh Buis n 49 90 Stage 2 Connecting the camera and your computer a S To the q USB jack With Windows XP the AutoPlay wizard appears on the desktop USB Mode Normal appears on the screen of the camera USB Mode Normal Access indicators Memory Stick Switch on MENU When a USB connection is established for the first time your computer automatically runs a program to recognize the camera Wait for a while During communication the access indicators turn red Do not operate the computer until the indicators turn white If USB Mode Normal does not appear set USB Connect to Normal page 44 Stage 3 A Copying images to a computer BN For
73. s blurred even after focusing it may be because of camera shake See Hints for preventing blur below Hints for preventing blur Hold the camera steadily keeping your arms at your side Also you can stabilize the camera by leaning against a tree or a building beside you Using a tripod and using the flash in dark places are also recommended 10 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 Shutter speed Length of time the camera receives Exposure light Aperture Size of the opening allowing light to pass through E ISO Recording sensitivity Overexposure The exposure is automatically set to the too much light proper value in the auto adjustment mode Whitish image However you can adjust it manually using the functions below Correct exposure EV Allows you to adjust the exposure that has been determined by the camera page 28 Metering Mode Underexposure Allows you to change the part of the too little light subject to be measured to determine the Darker image exposure page 28 Adjusting the ISO sensitivity ISO is unit of measurement sensitivity estimating how much light an image pickup device equivalent to photo films receives Even when the exposure is the same images differ depending on the ISO sensitivi
74. s of images that can be recorded or viewed take into account changing the Memory Stick Duo as necessary Note that the actual numbers may be less than those indicated depending on the conditions of use The battery capacity decreases as the number of uses increases and also over time page 85 The number of images that can be recorded viewed and the battery life are decreased under the following conditions The surrounding temperature is low The flash is used The camera has been turned on and off many times The zoom is used frequently LCD Backlight is set to Bright The battery power is low When shooting still images Battery life Batter No of images y Approx min Approx NH AA DB 350 170 Ni MH e Shooting in the following situations P Quality is set to Fine Shooting once every 30 seconds The zoom is switched alternately between the W and T ends The flash strobes once every two times The power turns on and off once every ten times The measurement method is based on the CIPA standard CIPA Camera amp Imaging Products Association Number of shooting images battery life does not change depending on the image size When viewing still images No of images Battery Approx Battery life min Approx Alkaline 1800 NH AA DB 4800 Ni MH Viewing single images in order at about three second intervals W
75. s section summarizes the Cyber shot Viewer and gives basic instructions Cyber shot Viewer overview With the Cyber shot Viewer you can Import images shot with the camera and display them on the monitor Organize images on the computer on a calendar by shooting date to view them Retouch print and send still images as e mail attachments change the shooting date and more For details on the Cyber shot Viewer refer to the Help To access the Help click Start Programs in Windows XP All Programs Sony Picture Utility Help Cyber shot Viewer Starting and exiting the Cyber shot Viewer Starting the Cyber shot Viewer Double click the 4 Cyber shot Viewer icon on the desktop Or from the Start menu Click Start Programs in Windows XP All Programs Sony Picture Utility Cyber shot Viewer Exiting the Cyber shot Viewer Click 4 button in the top right corner of the screen Basic instructions Follow these steps to import and view images from the camera Importing images 1 Make sure Media Check Tool is running Media Check Tool is a program that automatically detects and imports images when a Memory Stick is inserted or when the camera is connected Look for a 4 Media Check Tool icon in the taskbar If there is no 75 icon Click Start Programs in Windows XP All Programs Sony Picture Ut
76. till images and recording time of movies The tables show the approximate number of still images and the length of time for movies that can be recorded on a Memory Stick Duo and internal memory 10 MB formatted with this camera The values may vary depending on the shooting conditions The number of still images The image quality is Fine on the upper line and Standard on the lower line Internal s T ten 32MB 64MB 128MB 256MB 512MB 19 1501 esaues au GuiAofuz E 1501 1282 1143 2330 759 3159 The number of images listed is for when Mode is set to Normal e When the number of remaining shootable images is greater than 9 999 the gt 9999 indicator appears Youcan resize the images later Resize page 35 cM TE E NES ZEE ZEE e sm CINE EC MEUS The recording time of movies hour minute second Internal For image size and image quality see page 12 When images recorded using earlier Sony models are played back on this camera the display may differ from the actual image size 21 22 When you do not have a Memory Stick Duo Recording with the internal memory The camera has 10 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 When a Memory Stick Duo not supplied is inserted Recording Images are recorded on the Memory Stick
77. to the memory effect page 85 etc Fully discharge and then charge the batteries to correct the display The batteries are dead Replace them with new ones The batteries run down too quickly You are using the camera in an extremely cold location page 85 The batteries are dead Replace them with new ones When using the Nickel Metal Hydride batteries not supplied charge them sufficiently Cannot turn on the camera nstall the batteries correctly Properly connect the AC Adaptor not supplied The batteries are discharged Install new batteries or charged Nickel Metal Hydride batteries not supplied The batteries are dead Replace them with new ones The power turns off suddenly f you do not operate the camera for about three minutes while the power is on the camera turns off automatically to prevent wearing down the batteries Turn on the camera again The batteries are discharged Install new batteries or charged Nickel Metal Hydride batteries not supplied Shooting still images movies Your camera cannot record images Check the free capacity of the internal memory or Memory Stick Duo page 21 If it is full do one of the following Delete unnecessary images Change the Memory Stick Duo You are using the Memory Stick Duo with the write protect switch and the switch is set to the LOCK position Set the switch to the recording position page 83 Bu
78. ty ISO adjusts the sensitivity page 29 High ISO sensitivity Records a bright image even when shooting in a dark location However the image tends to become noisy eames au GuiAofuz E Low ISO sensitivity Records a smoother image However the image may become darker 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 A Van 4 Jp Ge 1 TH X T A Characteristics of White standard Blue tinged Reddish light The color tones are adjusted automatically in the auto adjustment mode However you can adjust color tones manually with White Bal page 29 11 12 Quality 0n 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 Although you cannot see the differences on the screen of the camera the fine detail and data processing time differ when the image is printed or displayed on a computer screen Description of the pixels and the image size CD Image size 5M 2 592 pixelsx1 944 pixels 2 5 038 848 pixels 2 Image size VGA E Mail 640 pixelsx480 pixels 307 200 pixels Selecting the
79. ty is exceeded a new folder is automatically created For more information see Image file storage destinations and file names page 54 41 42 For details on the operation page 37 Change REC Folder Changes the folder currently used for recording images PORK See the following procedure Cancels changing the recording folder D Select OK with A on the control button then press The folder selection screen appears Select REC Folder C3 102 Folder Name 102MSDCF No Of Files 0 Created 2006 1 1 1 05 34AM OK Cancel lt gt BACK NEXT 2 Select the desired folder with lt gt and OK with A then e You cannot select the 100MSDCF folder as a recording folder You cannot move recorded images to a different folder Copies all images in the internal memory to a Memory Stick Duo PORK See the following procedure CD Insert a Memory Stick Duo having 16 MB or larger capacity Select OK with A on the control button then press The message All data in internal memory will be copied Ready appears 3 Select OK with A then press Copying starts Copying 102_COPY Use batteries with enough capacity or the AC Adaptor not supplied If you attempt to copy image files using batteries with little remaining charge the batteries may run out causing copying to fail or possibly corrupting the data You cannot copy ind
80. uct names used in this manual are in general trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective developers or manufacturers However the TM or 9 marks are not used in all cases in this manual Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website http www sony net
81. ve batteries we cannot guarantee full performance of the camera by property of the batteries such as brownout of the batteries On alkaline batteries Oxy Nickel Primary Battery Alkaline batteries Oxy Nickel Primary Battery have a shorter life compared to the Nickel Metal Hydride batteries For this reason the power may turn off even though the battery remaining indicator shows sufficient battery life remaining Battery performance differs greatly depending on the manufacturer and the type of battery and in some cases the battery life may be extremely short This is especially true at low temperatures and you may not be able to shoot at temperatures below 5 C 41 F Do not mix new and old batteries the correct information when using alkaline batteries Oxy Nickel Primary Battery Due to characteristics of alkaline batteries Oxy Nickel Primary Battery there is a large difference between the available shooting time and the available playback time For this reason the camera may turn off with the lens portion extended when you switch the mode dial In this case replace the batteries with new ones or fully charged Nickel Metal Hydride batteries The battery remaining indicator may not display On Nickel Metal Hydride batteries Do not peel off the external seals or damage the batteries Never use batteries from which the seals have been partially or completely removed or batteries that have been split
82. without overwriting change the file name to a different name and then copy the image file However note that if you change the file name page 55 you may not be able to play back that image with your camera On the storage destination of the image files see page 54 92 Stage 4 Viewing images on your computer This section describes the procedure for viewing copied images in the My Documents folder 1 Click Start My Documents The contents of the My Documents folder are displayed If you are not using Windows XP double click My Documents on the desktop 2 Double click the desired image file The image is displayed To delete the USB connection Perform the procedures listed below beforehand when Disconnecting the USB cable Removing a Memory Stick Duo Inserting a Memory Stick Duo into the camera after copying images from the internal memory Turning off the camera B For Windows 2000 Me XP D Double click amp on the tasktray a Ary 12 00 PM Double click here Click amp Sony DSC Stop 3 Confirm the device on the confirmation window then click OK Click OK The device 1s disconnected e Step 4 is unnecessary for Windows XP Jajndwioa anoh Buis n 93 Image file storage destinations and file names The image files recorded with your camera are grouped as folders on the Memory Stick Duo Example viewin

Sony DSC-S45 Handbook

Contents

Download Pdf Manuals

Related Search

Related Contents