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Digital Still Camera
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.
Owner's Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DSC-S75 Serial No. ________________________
DSC-S75
©2001 Sony Corporation
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
The number below is for the FCC related matters only.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSC-S75 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 680 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell, NJ 07649 USA Telephone No.: 201-930-6972 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.
For the Customers in the U.S.A.
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 (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. Never expose the battery pack to temperature above 60°C (140°F), such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight. If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Services Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669)
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. -- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
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-- Connect the equipment into an outlet 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.
Attention for the Customers in Europe
This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits sets out on the EMC Directive for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters. The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound of this camera.
For the Customers in the U.S.A. DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM ION BATTERY. LITHIUM ION BATTERY. DISPOSE OF PROPERLY.
You can return your unwanted lithium ion batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center.
"Memory Stick" and battery pack For the Customers in the U.S.A.
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.
Note:
In some areas the disposal of lithium ion batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited. For the Sony Service Center nearest you call 1-800-222-SONY (United States only)
"Memory Stick"
Caution:
Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion battery.
N50
For the Customers in the U.S.A. and Canada
THIS CLASS B DIGITAL DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES AND THE CANADIAN ICES-003 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.
For the Customers in Germany
Directive:EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC This equipment complies with the EMC regulations when used under the following circumstances: · Residential area · Business district · Light-industry district (This equipment complies with the EMC standard regulations EN55022 Class B.)
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Be sure to read the following before using your camera
Trial recording
Before you record one-time events, you may want to make a trial recording to make sure that the camera is working correctly.
No compensation for contents of the recording
Contents of the recording cannot be compensated for if recording or playback is not possible due to a malfunction of your camera or recording medium, etc.
precision technology so over 99.99% 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 and the LCD finder. These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way. · Be careful when placing the camera near a window or outdoors. Exposing the LCD screen, the finder or the lens to direct sunlight for long periods may cause malfunctions.
Notes on image data compatibility
· This camera conforms with the Design Rules for Camera File Systems universal standard established by the JEITA (Japan Electric and Information Technology Industries). You cannot play back on your camera still images recorded on other equipment (DCR-TRV890E/TRV900/ TRV900E, DSC-D700, DSC-D770) that does not conform with this universal standard. (These models are not sold in some areas.) · 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.
Do not get the camera wet
When taking pictures outdoors in the rain or under similar conditions, be careful not to get the camera wet. If moisture condensation occurs, refer to page 79 and follow the instructions on how to remove it before using the camera.
Back up recommendation
To avoid the potential risk of data loss, always copy (back up) data to a disk.
Handling of the movable lens
This camera uses a movable lens. Be careful not to strike or apply excessive force to the lens portion.
Precaution on copyright
Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the provision of the copyright laws.
When the camera is used for long periods
Note that the camera body may become hot.
About the Carl Zeiss lens
This camera is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens which is capable of reproducing fine images. The lens for this camera uses the MTF* measurement system for cameras developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and offers the same quality as other Carl Zeiss lenses. MTF is the abbreviation of Modulation Transfer Function/Factor, a numeric value indicating the amount of light from a specific part of the subject gathered at the corresponding position in the image.
Do not shake or strike the camera
In addition to malfunctions and inability to record images, this may render the "Memory Stick" unusable or image data breakdown, damage or loss may occur.
Do not aim the camera at the sun or other bright light
This may cause irrecoverable damage to your eyes.
LCD screen, LCD finder (only models with a finder) and lens
· The LCD screen and the LCD finder are manufactured using extremely high-
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Introduction
Checks the image after recording images Recording still images: page 19 Playing back still images: page 28 Deleting images (DELETE): page 67
Captures images with your computer You can copy images onto your computer and view and modify images or attach images to e-mail on your computer using the supplied USB cable and application software. Viewing images using a personal computer: page 31 Recording still images for e-mail (E-MAIL): page 53
Records a moving picture (MPEG Movie or Clip Motion) according to your purpose The digital still camera can record a moving picture with audio (MPEG MOVIE): page 26
Selects the recording mode from various types of recordings according to your situation Creating Clip Motion Files: page 56 Adding audio files to still images (VOICE): page 54 Recording text documents (TEXT): page 55 Recording still images as uncompressed files (TIFF): page 56
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Table of contents
Getting started
Identifying the parts .............................. 8 Preparing the power supply ................. 10 Setting the date and time ..................... 15 Inserting the "Memory Stick" ............. 17 Recording still images as uncompressed files (TIFF) ................................... 56 Creating Clip Motion Files ................. 56 Setting the distance to the subject ....... 58 Recording images in macro ................. 58 Adjusting the exposure (EXPOSURE) .............................. 59 Adjusting the white balance (WHITE BALANCE) .................. 60 Enjoying picture effects (P. EFFECT) ................................ 61 Recording the date and time on the still image (DATE/TIME) ................... 61 Using the spot light-metering function ........................................ 62
Basic operations
B Recording
Recording still images ......................... 19 Recording moving images .................. 26
B Playback
Playing back still images ..................... 28 Playing back moving images .............. 29 Viewing images using a personal computer ...................................... 31 Image file storage destinations and image files .................................... 38
B Various playback
Playing back three or nine images at once .......................................... 63 Enlarging a part of the still image (Zoom and trimming) ................... 64 Playing back the still images in order (SLIDE) ........................................ 65 Rotating a still image (ROTATE) ....... 66 Viewing images on a TV screen ......... 66
Advanced operations
Before performing advanced operations
How to use the mode dial .................... 40 How to use the control button ............. 41 How to use the jog dial ....................... 42 Setting the image size (IMAGE SIZE) ............................ 47
B Editing
Deleting images (DELETE) ................ 67 Preventing accidental erasure (PROTECT) ................................. 68 Changing the recorded still image size (RESIZE) ..................................... 70 Copying images (COPY) .................... 71 Selecting still images to print (PRINT) ....................................... 72 Dividing a moving image file (DIVIDE) ..................................... 74 Changing the setup settings (SETUP) ...76
B Various recording
Recording with the exposure fixed (AE LOCK) .................................. 49 Recording with the manual adjustments .................................. 50 Records images according to shooting conditions (SCENE SELECTION) ............... 51 Recording two images continuously ... 52 Recording still images for e-mail (E-MAIL) ..................................... 53 Adding audio files to still images (VOICE) ....................................... 54 Recording text documents (TEXT) ..... 55
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Additional information
Precautions .......................................... 79 On "Memory Sticks" .......................... 80 About "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack .. 81 Using your camera abroad .................. 82 Troubleshooting .................................. 83 Warning and notice messages ............. 89 Self-diagnosis display ......................... 91 Specifications ...................................... 92 Display window indicators ................. 93 LCD screen indicators ........................ 94 Index ................................................... 97
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Getting started
Identifying the parts
See the pages in parentheses for details of operation.
A Shutter button (19) (27) B Self-timer (23) (27)/ AF illuminator (25) C Photocell window for flash
G Built-in microphone
Do not touch while recording.
H Accessory shoe I Hook for lens cap/strap J Flash (24) K Speaker L ACC (Accessory) jack M USB jack (33) (35) N A/V OUT jack (66)
Do not block while recording with the flash.
D Finder window E Lens
When cleaning the lens, first return the lens to the fully retracted position and turn off the power, then gently wipe the lens.
F Tripod receptacle (bottom surface)
Audio output is monaural.
O Lens cap (supplied)
Use a tripod with a screw length of less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). You will be unable to firmly secure the camera to tripods having longer screws, and may damage the camera.
Be sure to remove the lens cap before recording.
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Attaching the strap
Getting started
A Finder adjustment dial (21) B Finder Self-timer/recording lamp (red) AE/AF lock lamp (green) Flash charge lamp (orange) (24) C Control button (18) (41) D MENU button (41) E (Exposure) button (59)
SET UP:To set the setup items SCN: To record in the SCENE SELECTION mode M: To record with the manual adjustment A: To record in the aperture priority mode S: To record in the shutter speed priority mode
M POWER switch (15) N POWER ON/OFF (CHG) lamp (15) O Hook for strap P Jog dial (42) Q Zoom button (INDEX button during playback) (22) R DC IN jack (11) (14) S RESET button (83) T Access lamp (17) U Battery eject lever (10) V Battery/"Memory Stick" cover
F FOCUS button (58) G AE LOCK button (49) H (spot meter) button (62)
I DSPL/LCD ON/OFF button (23) J LCD screen K Display window L Mode dial (18) (40)
: : :
To record still images, VOICE mode audio data To playback or edit images To record moving images or Clip Motion images
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Preparing the power supply
Installing the battery pack
Your camera operates only with the "InfoLITHIUM" NP-FM50 battery pack* (M series). You cannot use any other battery pack. See page 81 for more information about "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack.
Battery eject lever
1 2 3
Open the battery/"Memory Stick" cover. Slide the cover in the direction of the arrow. Install the battery pack. Insert the battery pack with the v mark facing toward the battery compartment as illustrated. Close the battery/"Memory Stick" cover.
To remove the battery pack
Open the battery/"Memory Stick" cover. Slide the battery eject lever downward, and remove the battery pack.
Be careful not to drop the battery pack when removing it.
* What is "InfoLITHIUM"?
"InfoLITHIUM" is a lithium ion battery pack which can exchange information such as battery consumption with compatible video equipment. This unit is compatible with the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (M series). "InfoLITHIUM" M series battery packs have the mark. "InfoLITHIUM" is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
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Charging the battery pack
You cannot charge the battery pack while your camera is turned on. Be sure to turn off your camera.
Getting started
DC IN jack cover To the wall outlet (mains) Battery pack (M series) Power cord (mains lead)
AC-L10A/B/C AC power adaptor (supplied)
1 2 3
Insert the battery pack into your camera. Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the DC connecting cable to the DC IN jack of your camera with the v mark facing up. Connect the power cord (mains lead) to the AC power adaptor and then to a wall outlet (mains). The CHARGE lamp in the display window flashes when charging begins. When the CHARGE lamp goes off, charging is completed.
After charging the battery pack Disconnect the AC power adaptor from the DC IN jack on your camera. Battery remaining indicator The LCD screen on the camera shows the remaining time for which you can still record or play back images. This indication may not be entirely accurate depending on the conditions of use and the operating environment. Charging at 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F) circumstances is recommended.
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NP-FM50 battery pack When you record images in an extremely cold location or using the LCD screen, the operating time becomes short. When using the camera in an extremely cold location, place the battery pack in your pocket or other place to keep it warm, then insert the battery pack into the camera just before recording. When using a pocket heater, take care not to let the heater directly contact the battery.
Charging time
Battery pack NP-FM50 (supplied) Full charge (min.) Approx. 150
Approximate time to charge a completely discharged battery pack using the AC-L10A AC power adaptor at a temperature of 25°C (77°F).
Battery life and number of images that can be recorded/played back
Still image recording*
NP-FM50 (supplied) Battery life (min.) LCD screen ON LCD screen OFF
Still image playback**
Number of images Approx. 2500 Approx. 3000
Approx. 150 Approx. 180
NP-FM50 (supplied) Battery life (min.) LCD screen ON Approx. 270 Number of images Approx. 5000
Approximate battery life and number of images that can be recorded/played back with a fully charged battery pack at a temperature of 25°C (77°F), 640×480 image size, standard picture quality and in NORMAL recording mode.
Recording at about 4-second intervals Playing back single images in order at about 3-second intervals
Moving image recording
NP-FM50 (supplied) LCD screen OFF (min.) LCD screen ON (min.) Continuous recording Approx. 210 Approx. 180
Approximate recording time with a fully charged battery pack at a temperature of 25°C (77°F) and 160×112 image size.
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Notes
· The battery life and number of images will be decreased if you use your camera at low temperatures, use the flash, repeatedly turn the power on/off or use the zoom. · The numbers of images shown on tables above are as a guide. The numbers may be smaller depending on conditions. · The capacity of the "Memory Stick" is limited. The above figures are a guide when you continuously record/play back while replacing the "Memory Stick." · "----" appears in the display window until the battery usable time is calculated. · During charging, the indicators in the display window may not appear correctly or may flash in the following cases. -- When the battery pack is not installed correctly. -- When the AC power adaptor is disconnected. -- When the battery pack has malfunctioned. · When you turn the LCD screen on and off, it takes about one minute for the correct battery remaining time to appear. · If sufficient battery remaining time is indicated but the power runs out soon, fully charge the battery so that the correct battery remaining time appears. · Do not short the DC plug of the AC power adaptor with a metallic object, as this may cause malfunction.
Getting started
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Using the AC power adaptor
To the wall outlet (mains) DC IN jack cover Power cord (mains lead)
AC-L10A/B/C AC power adaptor (supplied)
1 2
Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the DC connecting cable to the DC IN jack of your camera with the v mark facing up. Connect the power cord (mains lead) to the AC power adaptor and then to a wall outlet (mains).
Using a car battery Use Sony DC adaptor/charger (not supplied). Using your camera abroad For details, see page 82. When using the AC power adaptor Be sure to use it near the wall outlet. If a malfunction occurs, disconnect the plug from the wall outlet.
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Setting the date and time
When you first use your camera, set the date and time. If these are not set, the CLOCK SET screen appears whenever you turn on your camera.
Getting started
Control button
Select the item with vVbB, then set with the center z.
1 2
Set the mode dial to
, S, A, M, SCN,
, or
.
Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to turn on the power. The POWER ON/OFF (CHG) lamp (green) lights up. The CLOCK SET screen appears on the LCD screen. To change the date and time, set the mode dial to SET UP (page 77) and perform the procedure from step 3. Select the desired date display format with v/V on the control button, then press the center z. Select from [Y/M/D] (year/month/day), [M/D/Y] (month/day/year) or [D/M/Y] (day/month/year).
CLOCK SET
Y/M/D M / D /Y D / M /Y
2001 /
1 / 1
12 : 00
OK
AM CANCEL
OK
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CLOCK SET
Y/M/D M / D /Y D / M /Y
2001 /
1 / 1
12 : 00
OK
AM CANCEL
OK
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Select the year, month, day, hour or minute item you want to set with b/B on the control button. The item to be set is indicated with v/V.
CLOCK SET
Y/M/D M / D /Y D / M /Y
2001 /
1 / 1
12 : 00
OK
AM CANCEL
OK
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Set the numeric value with v/V on the control button, then press the center z to enter it. After entering the number, v/V moves to the next item. If you selected [D/M/Y] in step 3, set the time on a 24-hour cycle. Select [OK] with B on the control button, then press the center z at the desired moment to begin clock movement. The date and time are entered.
CLOCK SET
Y/M/D M / D /Y D / M /Y
2001 /
7 / 1
12 : 00
OK
AM CANCEL
OK
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CLOCK SET
Y/M/D M / D /Y D / M /Y
2001 /
7 / 4
10 : 30
OK
PM CANCEL
OK
To cancel the date and time setting Select [CANCEL] with v/V/b/B on the control button, then press the center z.
Note
If the rechargeable button battery is ever fully discharged (page 80), the CLOCK SET screen will appear again. When this happens, reset the date and time, by starting from step 3 above.
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Inserting the "Memory Stick"
Getting started
Access lamp
1 2 3
Open the battery/"Memory Stick" cover. Slide the cover in the direction of the arrow. Insert the "Memory Stick." Insert the "Memory Stick" with the B mark facing toward the battery compartment as illustrated until it clicks. Close the battery/"Memory Stick" cover.
Removing the "Memory Stick"
Open the battery/"Memory Stick" cover, then press the "Memory Stick" once lightly.
Notes
· Insert the "Memory Stick" firmly until it clicks, otherwise a message such as "MEMORY STICK ERROR" will be displayed. · Never remove the "Memory Stick" or turn off the power while the access lamp is lit up. · You cannot record or edit images on a "Memory Stick" if the erasure prevention switch is set to the LOCK position.
Connector
Erasure prevention switch Label space
The position and shape of the erasure prevention switch may differ depending on the types of "Memory Stick" used.
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Basic operations
B Recording
Basic operations
How to use the mode dial
The mode dial switches the function which is used for recording, playback, or editing. Set the dial as follows before starting to operate your camera.
: To record still images, VOICE mode audio data : To play back or edit images : To record moving images or Clip Motion images SET UP: To display the setup items (The SET UP position changes the settings of infrequently-used items.) M: To record with the shutter speed and aperture set manually A: To record in the aperture priority mode S: To record in the shutter speed priority mode SCN: To record in the SCENE SELECTION mode (Set in advance the SCENE SELECTION in SET UP screen)
How to use the control button
When the menu is not displayed, the control button is used to perform the following operations.
(v): (V): 7 (b): (B): Recording with flash Recording with self-timer Checking the last recorded image Recording close subjects
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Recording still images
Still images are recorded in JPEG format. Before recording still images, slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to turn on the power and insert a "Memory Stick."
B Recording
POWER switch
1 2
Set the mode dial to
, S, A, M or SCN.
Press and hold the shutter button halfway down. The image freezes momentarily, but is not yet recorded. While the AE/AF lock indicator z is flashing, the camera automatically adjusts the exposure and focus of the captured image. When the camera finishes the automatic adjustments, the AE/AF lock indicator z stops flashing, then lights up and the camera is ready for recording.* If you release the shutter button, the recording will be canceled.
AE/AF lock indicator (green) flashes t lights up
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3
Press the shutter button fully down. The shutter sounds. "RECORDING" appears on the LCD screen, and the image will be recorded on the "Memory Stick." When "RECORDING" disappears, you can record the next image.
RECORDING
If the flashing AE/AF lock indicator changes to flashing slowly, the subject may be difficult to focus on (dark, poor contrast) or the subject may be extremely close. Release the shutter button, then focus again.
Auto power-off function If you do not operate the camera for about three minutes during recording or playback, the camera turns off automatically to prevent wearing down the battery. To use the camera again, slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to turn on the camera again. The auto power-off function only operates when the camera is operating using a battery pack. The auto power-off also will not operate when playing back moving images or playing back a SLIDE SHOW (page 65), or when a connector is plugged into the USB jack, the DC IN jack, or the ACC jack. The number of images you can record on a "Memory Stick" See pages 48 and 53 to 57.
Notes
· Do not touch the lens portion while it is operating. · When recording a bright subject, the LCD screen color may change after AE/AF lock, but this does not affect the recorded image. · When you press the shutter button fully down at once in step 2, the camera starts recording after the automatic adjustment is complete. However, the recording cannot be carried out while the flash charge lamp (page 21) is flashing. (During this time, the camera is charging the flash.)
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Recording images with the finder
You can extend the battery time by turning off the LCD screen and recording using the finder. Turn the finder adjustment dial until the image appears clearly within the finder, then record the image.
Finder adjustment dial
B Recording
DSPL/LCD ON/OFF
Indicators in the finder
Recording lamp (red)
AE/AF lock lamp (green) Flash charge lamp (orange)
Checking the last recorded image (Quick Review)
You can check the last recorded image by clearing the menu from the screen (page 41) and pressing b (7) on the control button. To return to the normal recording mode: press lightly on the shutter button or press b (7) again. To delete the image: 1. Press MENU. 2. Select [DELETE] with B on the control button, then press the center z. 3. Select [OK] with v on the control button, then press the center z.
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Using the zoom feature
The lens portion moves during zoom operation. Be careful not to touch the lens portion while it is operating.
Zoom button W side: for wide-angle (subject appears farther away)
T side: for telephoto (subject appears closer)
If you cannot get a sharp focus on a close subject Press the zoom W button repeatedly and move closer to the subject until the focus is sharp. Minimum focal distance to the subject W side: About 50 cm (19 3/4 inches) or more T side: About 50 cm (19 3/4 inches) or more To record even closer subjects, see page 58. Digital zoom function This camera has a digital zoom function. Digital zoom enlarges the image by digital processing and it starts to function when zoom exceeds 3×.
W T
The T side of the bar shows the digital zooming zone.
Using digital zoom · The maximum zoom magnification is 6×. · Digital zooming deteriorates the picture quality. When digital zoom is not necessary, set [DIGITAL ZOOM] to [OFF] in the setup settings (page 76).
Notes
· Digital zoom does not work for moving images. · Use the LCD screen when using the digital zoom function. Digitally zoomed images do not appear in the finder. · The AF frame (page 94) does not appear on the LCD screen.
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The indicators on the LCD screen
Each time you press DSPL/LCD ON/OFF, the status of the LCD screen changes as follows: The LCD backlight is turned on. (All the available indicators are turned on.) r The LCD backlight is turned on. (Warning messages and manual adjustment items which are set using the jog dial are turned on.) r The LCD backlight is turned off.
B Recording
DSPL/LCD ON/OFF
See page 94 for a detailed description of the indicated items.
Notes
· Because of the difference of the portion of the finder and the lens, use the LCD screen when you record a subject closer than 1 m (3 1/4 feet). · You cannot turn off the LCD screen when [DEMO] or [CONVERSION LENS] are set to [ON] in the SET UP settings. · You cannot turn off the LCD backlight in SET UP and when displaying the menu. · You cannot turn off the self-timer indicators and some of the indicators used in advanced operations. · The indicators on the LCD screen are not recorded.
Using the self-timer
When you use the self-timer function, the subject is recorded about 10 seconds after you press the shutter button.
Shutter button Self-timer lamp
Control button
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Clear the menu (page 41), then press the control button V ( ). The (self-timer) indicator appears on the LCD screen, and about 10 seconds after you press the shutter button, the subject is recorded. The self-timer lamp flashes and the beep sounds after you press the shutter button until the shutter is released. To cancel the self-timer recording, press the control button V ( ) again.
Recording images with the flash
The factory setting is auto (no indicator). In this mode, the flash automatically strobes when the surroundings is dark. To change the flash mode, clear the menu (page 41), then press the control button v ( ) repeatedly so that the flash mode indicator appears on the LCD screen.
Control button v (
)
Each time you press the control button v ( ), the indicator changes as follows. (No indicator) t t t (No indicator) Forced flash: The flash strobes regardless of the surrounding brightness. No flash: The flash does not strobe. You can change the brightness of the flash with [ ±] (FLASH LEVEL) in the menu settings (page 44). To reduce the red-eye phenomenon Set [RED EYE REDUCTION] to [ON] in the setup settings, the flash strobes before recording to reduce the red-eye phenomenon (page 76). When [ON] is selected, appears on the LCD screen.
Notes
· When [ISO] is set to [AUTO] in the menu settings, the recommended shooting distance using the built-in flash is 0.3 m to 3.0 m (11 7/8 feet to 9 feet). When it is not set to [AUTO], the flash may be ineffective even if the flash level is changed. · Attaching a conversion lens (not supplied) may block the light from the flash or cause the lens shadow to appear. · You cannot use an external flash (not supplied) and the built-in flash at the same time. · 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. · Red-eye reduction effects are also difficult to obtain if you set the shutter to a slow speed in the shutter speed priority mode. · The flash effect is not obtained easily when you use forced flash in a bright location. · While charging the flash, the flash charge lamp flashes. After the charging is complete, the lamp goes out.
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· The flash does not function when recording moving images (excluding Clip Motion) or recording in BURST2 mode.
Recording images with the AF illuminator
The AF illuminator is fill light to focus on a subject easily under dark conditions. Set [AF ILLUMINATOR] (page 76) to [ON] in the setup settings, appears on the LCD screen and the AF illuminator emits light when the shutter button is pressed halfway. It keeps emitting light until the focus is locked.
B Recording
AF illuminator
Notes
· If AF illuminator light does not reach the subject sufficiently or the subject has no contrast, focus will not be achieved. (Approximate 0.3 to 3.0 m (11 7/8 inches to 9 feet 10 1/8 inches) distance is recommended.) · In TWILIGHT mode of the SCENE SELECTION function (page 51), the AF illuminator will emit only when the flash mode is set to (Forced flash). · The AF illuminator will not emit when the LANDSCAPE mode of the SCENE SELECTION function (page 51) is selected or [CONVERSION LENS] (page 77) is set to [ON] in the setup settings. · Focus is achieved as long as AF illuminator light reaches to the subject even if its light is slightly out of the middle position of the subject. · The AF illuminator is a very bright light. Although it is safe to use, avoid shining it directly into someone's eyes at a close distance. · The AF illuminator does not operate when adjusting focus manually.
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Recording moving images
Moving images with audio are recorded in MPEG format (page 39). To record moving images, slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to turn on the power and insert a "Memory Stick."
POWER switch DSPL/LCD ON/OFF
1 2
Set the mode dial to SET UP. Select [ ] (CAMERA) with v/V on the control button, then press B.
CAMERA SCENE SELECTION: TWILIGHT MPEG MOVIE MOVING IMAGE: OFF DATE/TIME: OFF DIGITAL ZOOM: RED EYE REDUCTION: OFF ON AF ILLUMINATOR:
PAGE SELECT
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Select [MOVING IMAGE] with v/V on the control button, then press B.
CAMERA SCENE SELECTION: MOVING IMAGE: MOVING IMAGE: MPEG MOVIE DATE/TIME: CLIP MOTION DIGITAL ZOOM: RED EYE REDUCTION: AF ILLUMINATOR:
OK
4
Select [MPEG MOVIE] with v/V on the control button, then press the center z.
CAMERA SCENE SELECTION: TWILIGHT MPEG MOVIE MOVING IMAGE: OFF DATE/TIME: OFF DIGITAL ZOOM: RED EYE REDUCTION: OFF ON AF ILLUMINATOR:
PAGE SELECT
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Select the mode dial to
.
6 7
Press the shutter button fully down. "REC" appears on the LCD screen, and the image and sound are recorded on the "Memory Stick." Press the shutter button fully down again to stop recording. The recording stops. When selecting the 320 (HQ) size: The recording stops in approximate 15 seconds (page 47). When selecting the 320×240 or 160×112 sizes: The recording stops when the "Memory Stick" is full. For details on the image size, see "Setting the image size (IMAGE SIZE)" on page 47". When [IMAGE SIZE] in the menu setting is set to [320 (HQ)], the maximum recording time is 20 seconds (page 48).
B Recording
Using the self-timer
When you use the self-timer function, the subject is recorded about 10 seconds after you press the shutter button. Clear the menu (page 41), then press the control button V ( ). The (self-timer) indicator appears on the LCD screen, and the recording starts about 10 seconds after you press the shutter button. The self-timer lamp flashes and the beep sounds after you press the shutter button until the shutter is released. To stop the self-timer recording, press the control button V ( ) again.
LCD screen indicators during recording
Each time you press DSPL/LCD ON/OFF, the status of the LCD screen changes as follows: all indicators on t indicators off t LCD screen off. These indicators are not recorded. See page 95 for a detailed description of the indicators.
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B Playback
Playing back still images
POWER switch
DSPL/LCD ON/OFF
1 2
Set the mode dial to . The last recorded image (still or moving) appears on the LCD screen. Select the desired still image with the control button b/B. b: To display the preceding image. B: To display the next image.
100-0028
FILE BACK/NEXT
640
6/8
2001 7 4 10:30PM
VOLUME
Notes
· You might not be able to correctly play back images recorded with this camera on other equipment. · You cannot play back on this camera images larger than the maximum image size that can be recorded with this camera.
LCD screen indicators during still image playback
Each time you press DSPL/LCD ON/OFF, the status of the LCD screen changes as follows: all indicators on t indicators off t LCD screen off. See page 96 for a detailed description of the indicators.
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Playing back moving images
POWER switch
DSPL/LCD ON/OFF
B Playback
1 2
Set the mode dial to . The last recorded image (still or moving) appears on the LCD screen. Select the desired moving image with the control button b/B. Moving images are displayed one-size smaller than still images. b: To display the preceding image. B: To display the next image. Select the center z to start the playback. The moving image and sound are played back. During playback, B (playback) appears on the LCD screen. To advance or rewind, press the control button b/B during playback.
STOP REV/CUE
6/8
MOV 00001 PLAY
2001 7 4 FILE BACK/NEXT
10:30 PM VOLUME
3
6/8
VOLUME
Playback bar
To pause playback Press the center z on the control button to stop the playback. To advance or rewind the moving image Press the control button b/B during playback. To return to the normal playback, press the center z on the control button.
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Moving images recorded with the image of [320 (HQ)] (page 47) The images are displayed over the entire screen in steps 2 and 3.
Adjusting the volume
Press the control button v/V to adjust the volume.
LCD screen indicators during moving image playback
Each time you press DSPL/LCD ON/OFF, the status of the LCD screen changes as follows: all indicators on t indicators off t LCD screen off. See page 96 for a detailed description of the indicators.
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Viewing images using a personal computer
You can view data recorded with your camera on a personal computer, modify and attach it to e-mail using application software. This section describes the method for viewing images on a personal computer using the supplied USB cable. There are two ways to make the USB connection, which are the normal connection and the PTP connection (page 77). This is set using [USB CONNECT] in the setup settings. However, any OS does not conform to [PTP] as of March, 2001. Here describes the way using the [NORMAL] setting. The factory setting of USB mode is [NORMAL]. The mode can be checked and set as follows.
1 2 3 4 Set the mode dial to SET UP. Select [SETUP2] with v/V, then press B. Select [USB CONNECT] with v/V, then press B. Select the connection mode with v/V.
B Playback
The USB cable is used to connect the camera to a personal computer so that operations can be performed on image files recorded in a "Memory Stick" from the personal computer. In order to use the USB cable, a USB driver must be installed in the personal computer beforehand. Be sure to also refer to the operation manuals for your personal computer and the application software.
Notes
· Data recorded with your camera is stored in the following formats. Make sure that applications that support these file formats are installed on your personal computer. -- Still images (other than TEXT mode, uncompressed mode and Clip Motion): JPEG format -- Moving images/audio: MPEG format -- Uncompressed mode still images: TIFF format -- TEXT mode/Clip Motion: GIF format · Depending on your application software, the file size may increase when you open a still image file. · When you copy the image to the camera from your computer, which was modified with a retouching software and was converted to another file format, the "FILE ERROR" message may appear and you may be unable to open the image. · Depending on your application software, only the first frame of the Clip Motion file may be played back. Communications with your computer (for Windows only) Communications between your camera and your computer may not recover after recovering from Suspend or Sleep.
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Recommended computer environment
Recommended Windows environment
OS: Microsoft Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows Millennium Edition The above OS is required to be installed at the factory. Operation is not assured in an environment upgraded to the operating systems described above. CPU: MMX Pentium 200 MHz or faster The USB connector must be provided as standard.
Recommended Macintosh environment
Macintosh computer with the Mac OS 8.5.1/8.6/9.0/9.1 standard installation However, note that the update to Mac OS 9.0/9.1 should be used for the following models. ·iMac with the Mac OS 8.6 factory pre-installed and a slot loading type CD-ROM drive ·iBook or Power Mac G4 with the Mac OS 8.6 factory pre-installed The USB connector must be provided as standard. QuickTime 3.0 or newer must be installed (to play back moving pictures).
Notes
· If you connect two or more USB equipment to a single personal computer at the same time, some equipment may not operate depending on the type of USB equipment. · Operations are not guaranteed when using a hub. · Operations are not guaranteed for all the recommended computer environments mentioned above. · Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and /or other countries. · Macintosh and Mac OS, QuickTime are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. · All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Furthermore, "TM" and "®" are not mentioned in each case in this manual
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Installing the USB driver
Before connecting your camera to your personal computer, install the USB driver to the computer. The USB driver is included with the application software in the CDROM which is supplied with your camera.
Be sure to complete installation of the USB driver before connecting the USB cable. If you connect the USB cable first, you will be unable to install the USB driver properly.
See page 88 for corrective measures if the USB cable was connected before installing the driver and the driver software could not be installed correctly. For Windows 98/98SE/Me and Windows 2000 users
B Playback
1 2 3 4 5
Turn on your personal computer and allow Windows to load. Do not connect the USB cable in this step. Insert the supplied CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive of your personal computer. The application software screen appears. Click "USB Driver Installation for Windows 98/98SE/Me and Windows 2000". USB driver installation starts. Follow the on-screen messages to install the USB driver. Your personal computer may restart. Connect the USB jack (mini-B) on your camera with the USB connector on your personal computer using the supplied USB cable.
to the USB jack (mini-B) Push the connector in as far as it will go.
to the USB connector
Personal computer
USB cable
6
Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camera, connect the AC power adaptor and turn on your camera. "USB MODE" appears on the LCD screen of your camera and the camera is set to communication standby mode. Your personal computer recognizes the camera, and the Windows Add Hardware Wizard starts.
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7
Follow the on-screen messages to have the Add Hardware Wizard recognize the hardware. The Add Hardware Wizard starts twice because two different USB drivers are to be installed. Be sure to allow the installation to complete without interrupting it.
Notes
· Do not connect the USB cable before the USB driver installation is completed in step 4. · In step 7, make sure that a "Memory Stick" is inserted into your camera before installing the USB driver. Otherwise, you will be unable to install the USB driver.
For Macintosh users · When using MacOS9.1 It is not necessary to install the USB driver. The Macintosh recognizes the camera as a drive simply by connecting it to the Macintosh with the USB cable. · When using MacOS8.5.1/8.6/9.0 Follow the procedures below to install the driver.
1 2 3 4 5
Turn on your personal computer and allow the Mac OS to load. Insert the supplied CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive of your personal computer. Double-click the CD-ROM drive icon to open the window. Double-click the icon of the hard disk containing the OS to open the window. Move the following two files from the window opened in step 3 to the "System Folder" icon in the window opened in step 4 (drag and drop). · Sony USB Driver · Sony USB Shim When "Put these items into the Extensions folder?" appears, click "OK." Restart your personal computer.
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Viewing images
When viewing moving images on a Windows system, RealPlayer, Windows Media Player or other moving image playback applications must be installed. When viewing moving images on a Macintosh system, QuickTime3.0 or later must be installed.
1 2
Turn on the power of your personal computer and allow Windows or Mac OS to load. Connect the USB jack (mini-B) on the camera with the USB connector on your personal computer using the supplied USB cable.
B Playback
to the USB connector
to the USB jack (mini-B) Push the USB cable connector in as far as it will go.
Personal computer
3 4
Insert a "Memory Stick" into your camera, and connect the AC power adaptor to your camera and then to a wall outlet (mains). Turn on the power of your camera. "USB MODE" appears on the LCD screen of the camera.
For Windows 98/98SE/Me and Windows 2000 users
5
Open " My Computer" on Windows and double click the newly recognized drive. (Example: "Removable Disk (E:)") The folders inside the "Memory Stick" are displayed. If the drive is not recognized, see "Troubleshooting" on page 83.
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Select and double-click the desired image/sound file from the folder. For the detailed folder and file name, see "Image file storage destinations and image files" on page 38. Desired file type Still image Moving image* Audio* Clip Motion image "Dcim" folder Double-click in this order t "100msdcf" folder t Image file "Mssony" folder t "Moml0001" folder t Image file* "Mssony" folder t "Momlv100" folder t Audio file* "Dcim" folder t "100msdcf" folder t Image file t Image file
E-mail image "Mssony" folder t "Imcif100" folder TIFF image (uncompressed)
Copying a file to the hard disk of your personal computer before viewing it is recommended. If you play back the file directly from the "Memory Stick", the image and sound may break off.
For Macintosh users
Follow the procedure 1 4 on page 35.
5 6
Double click the newly recognized icon on the desktop. The folders inside the "Memory Stick" are displayed. Select and double-click the desired image/sound file from the folder.
Notes on using your personal computer
"Memory Stick"
· Operation is not guaranteed if you are using a "Memory Stick" that was formatted with a personal computer, or if you used a personal computer to format the "Memory Stick" in your camera through a USB connection. · Do not optimize the "Memory Stick" on a Windows machine. This will shorten the "Memory Stick" life. · Do not compress the data on the "Memory Stick." Compressed files cannot be played back on your camera.
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For Windows Me and Windows 2000 users The following procedures are recommended when disconnecting the USB cable from your personal computer or ejecting the "Memory Stick" from the camera while it is connected to your personal computer.
1 Stop the drive by clicking on the "Unplug/Eject" icon in the task tray. 2 When the message appears confirming the safe removal of the hardware,
disconnect the USB cable or eject the "Memory Stick". Software
· Depending on your application software, the file size may increase when you open a still image file. · When you load an image modified using the supplied retouch software from your personal computer to the camera or when you directly modify the image on the camera, the image format will differ so the "FILE ERROR" message may appear and you may be unable to open the file. · Depending on your application software, only the first frame of the Clip Motion file may be played back.
B Playback
Communications with your personal computer (for Windows only)
Communications between your camera and your personal computer may not recover after recovering from Suspend, Resume, or Sleep.
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Image file storage destinations and image files
Image files recorded with your camera are grouped in folders by recording mode. The meanings of the file names are as follows. ssss stands for any number within the range from 0001 to 9999. For Windows Me users (The drive recognizing the camera is "E.")
Folder containing still image, TEXT mode image and Clip Motion image data Folder containing E-MAIL mode and TIFF mode image data Folder containing moving image data Folder containing VOICE mode audio data
Folder 100MSDCF
File DSC0ssss.JPG
Meaning · Still image file recorded normally · Still image file recorded in E-MAIL mode (page 53) TIFF mode (page 56) VOICE mode (page 54) Burst mode (page 52) · Clip Motion file recorded in NORMAL mode (page 56) · Index image file of Clip Motion file recorded in NORMAL mode · Clip Motion file recorded in MOBILE mode (page 56) · Index image file of Clip Motion file recorded in MOBILE mode · Still image file recorded in TEXT mode (page 55) · Index image file of still image file recorded in TEXT mode
CLP0ssss.GIF CLP0ssss.THM MBL0ssss.GIF MBL0ssss.THM TXT0ssss.GIF TXT0ssss.THM
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Folder IMCIF100
File DSC0ssss.JPG DSC0ssss.TIF
Meaning · Small-size image file recorded in E-MAIL mode (page 53) · Uncompressed image file recorded in TIFF mode (page 56) · Moving image file recorded normally · Audio file recorded in VOICE mode (page 54)
MOML0001 MOMLV100
MOV0ssss.MPG DSC0ssss.MPG
The numerical portions of the following files are the same. A small-size image file recorded in E-MAIL mode and its corresponding image file An uncompressed image file recorded in TIFF mode and its corresponding image file An audio file recorded in VOICE mode and its corresponding image file An image file recorded in TEXT mode and its corresponding index image file An image file recorded with Clip Motion and its corresponding index image file
B Playback
Tips
The digital still camera saves recorded images as digital data. The format of the saved data is called as the file format. The formats that can be used with this camera are as follows:
JPEG format
Most digital still cameras, operating systems of computers, and browser software adopt this format. This format is able to compress files without appreciable deterioration. However, if the image is compressed and saved on repeated occasions, the image will deteriorate. This camera records still images using the JPEG format for normal recording.
GIF format
Using this format, the image will not deteriorate even if the image is compressed and saved on repeated occasions. This format limits the number of colors to 256 colors. This camera records still images using the GIF format in Clip Motion (page 56) or TEXT mode (page 55).
TIFF format
Stores shooting images without compression, so the image does not deteriorate. Most of operating systems and applications correspond to this format. This camera records still images using the TIFF format for the TIFF mode (page 56).
MPEG format
This format is very typical for moving images. This camera records audio using the MPEG format for the moving images recording and the VOICE mode (page 54).
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Advanced operations
Before performing advanced operations
This section describes the basic control methods that are frequently used for "Advanced operations."
How to use the mode dial
The mode dial switches the function which is used for recording, playback, or editing. Set the dial as follows before starting to operate your camera.
To record still images, VOICE mode audio data : To play back or edit images : To record moving images or Clip Motion images SET UP: To display the setup items (The SET UP position changes the settings of infrequently-used items.) SCN: To record in the SCENE SELECTION mode M: To record with the shutter speed and aperture set manually A: To record in the aperture priority mode S: To record in the shutter speed priority mode
:
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How to use the control button
When the menu or setup screen is displayed, the control button is used to select the buttons, images and menu items displayed on the LCD screen of your camera and modify the settings. The operation methods that are frequently used for "Advanced operations" are described below.
Before performing advanced operations
Turning on/off the operation buttons (menu) on the LCD screen
Press MENU to display/ clear the menu on the LCD screen.
ONE PHSH AUTO IN DOOR OUT DOOR WHITE BAL ISO MODE
Menu
Setting up the items in the setup or menu
1
Set the mode dial to SET UP so that the setup screen appears, or press MENU so that the menu appears.
CAMERA SCENE SELECTION: TWILIGHT MPEG MOVIE MOVING IMAGE: OFF DATE/TIME: ON DIGITAL ZOOM: RED EYE REDUCTION: OFF ON AF ILLUMINATOR:
SELECT
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2
When the mode dial is set to SET UP or : 1 Press v/V/b/B on the control button to select the item you want to set up. 2 Press the center z on the control button to enter the item. When the mode dial is set to , S, A, M, SCN, or : Press v/V/b/B on the control button to select the setting of the item. The selected setting is turned to yellow, and the setup is complete.
ONE PHSH AUTO IN DOOR OUT DOOR WHITE BAL ISO MODE
How to use the jog dial
The functions which are used frequently in recording are set up using the jog dial and the following direct buttons. The jog dial is used to change the value in manual adjustments.
Mode dial (S, A, M)
Select
Set
FOCUS
1
Set the mode dial to S, A, or M. The adjustable value number appears at the right corner on the LCD.
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2
Turn the jog dial to select the item or value number you want to adjust. · When the indication b at the right corner on the LCD screen is in yellow, you can select the item. In such cases, go to step 3. · When the value number at the right corner on the LCD screen is in yellow, you can adjust the value. (When you press FOCUS, the 9 mark appears on value number position.) When you adjust only the value, the adjustment is complete.
Yellow
M
9
M
9
Yellow
Before performing advanced operations
3
Press the jog dial. The value number turns to yellow. To adjust the value, repeat step 2.
Viewing the next/previous image using the jog dial during playback
When viewing an image in single-image mode (page 63), you can easily view the next/previous image by turning the jog dial.
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Menu settings
Menu items that can be modified differ depending on the positions of the mode dial. The LCD screen shows only the items you can operate at the moment. Factory settings are indicated with x. When the mode dial is set to Item WB (WHITE BAL) ISO Setting ONE PUSH x AUTO IN DOOR OUT DOOR 400 200 100 x AUTO x 2048×1536 2048 (3:2) 1600×1200 1280×960 640×480 x FINE (P. QUALITY) STANDARD MODE (REC MODE) TIFF TEXT VOICE E-MAIL BURST2 x NORMAL ± (FLASH LEVEL) HIGH x NORMAL LOW /SCN/S/A/M Description Sets the white balance (page 60).
Selects the ISO film speed. When recording under dark situations or recording a fast-moving subject, use a high-number setting. When you record high-quality images, use a low-number setting (except when the mode dial is set to SCN). Selects the image size when recording still images.
(IMAGE SIZE)
Records still images in the fine image quality mode. Records still images in the standard image quality mode. Records a TIFF (uncompressed) file in addition to the JPEG file (page 56). Records a GIF file in black-and-white (page 55). Records an audio file (with a still image) in addition to the JPEG file (page 54). Records a small-size (320×240) JPEG file in addition to the selected image size (page 53). Records two images continuously (page 52). Records an image using the normal recording mode. Makes the flash level higher than normal. Normal setting. Makes the flash level lower than normal.
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Item PFX (P. EFFECT)
Setting SOLARIZE B&W SEPIA NEG.ART x OFF +2 +1 x 0 1 2
Description Sets the image special effects (page 61).
(SHARPNESS)
Adjusts the sharpness of the image. The indicator appears (except when the setting is 0).
When the mode dial is set to (MOVING IMAGE is set to MPEG MOVIE in the setup settings.) Item WB (WHITE BAL) Setting ONE PUSH x AUTO IN DOOR OUT DOOR 320 (HQ) 320×240 x 160×112 SOLARIZE B&W SEPIA NEG.ART x OFF Description Sets the white balance (page 60).
Before performing advanced operations
(IMAGE SIZE) PFX (P. EFFECT)
Selects the MPEG image size when recording moving images (page 47). Sets the image special effects (page 61).
When the mode dial is set to (MOVING IMAGE is set to CLIP MOTION in the setup settings.) Item WB (WHITE BAL) Setting ONE PUSH x AUTO IN DOOR OUT DOOR x NORMAL MOBILE HIGH x NORMAL LOW Description Sets the white balance (page 60).
Selects the Clip Motion image size (page 56).
(IMAGE SIZE) ± (FLASH LEVEL)
Makes the flash level higher than normal. Normal setting. Makes the flash level lower than normal.
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Item PFX (P. EFFECT)
Setting SOLARIZE B&W SEPIA NEG.ART x OFF +2 +1 x 0 1 2
Description Sets the image special effects (page 61).
(SHARPNESS)
Adjusts the sharpness of the image. The indicator appears (except when the setting is 0).
When the mode dial is set to Item DELETE PROTECT PRINT SLIDE* OK CANCEL INTERVAL REPEAT START CANCEL COPY RESIZE* OK CANCEL 2048×1536 1600×1200 1280×960 640×480 CANCEL Setting Description Deletes the displayed image (page 67). Cancels deleting of the image. Protects images against accidental erasure (page 68). Marks the print mark on still images (page 72). Sets the slide show interval. x 3 sec/5 sec/10 sec/30 sec/1 min x ON/OFF Starts the slide show. Cancels the slide show. Copies an image (page 71). Cancels copying of the image. Changes the recorded image size (page 70).
ROTATE* OK CANCEL DIVIDE OK CANCEL
Rotates the still image (page 66).
Divides an moving image (page 74).
Only in single-image mode.
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Setting the image size (IMAGE SIZE)
1 2 3
Set the mode dial to Press MENU. The menu appears.
, SCN, S, A, M, or
.
Before performing advanced operations
Select the desired image size from [ v/V.
Still image sizes:
] (IMAGE SIZE) and press
2048×1536, 2048 (3:2)*, 1600×1200, 1280×960, 640×480
The image is recorded in the ratio of three to two to fit the printing paper size. Using this image size, the margin of an image is not printed out. However, the slight amount of the upper and lower black portions are displayed on the LCD screen.
Moving image (MPEG movie) sizes:
320 (HQ)*, 320×240, 160×112
High Quality mode
Clip Motion sizes:
NORMAL (160×120), MOBILE (80×72)
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The number of images* or the time** that you can record on a "Memory Stick"
Image size 2048×1536 2048 (3:2) 1600×1200 1280×960 640×480 320 (HQ) 320×240 160×112 MOBILE (80×72) NORMAL (160×120)***
Quality STANDARD Approx. 9 Approx. 9 Approx. 15 Approx. 22 Approx. 118 FINE Approx. 5 Approx. 5 Approx. 8 Approx. 12 Approx. 48
Moving image Approx. 20 sec. Approx. 80 sec. Approx. 320 sec. Approx. 350 Approx. 40
When MODE (REC MODE) is set to NORMAL. The maximum recording time in continuous recording. When recording 10 frames per Clip Motion file.
Remaining number of recordable images (page 94)
The remaining number of recordable images is a guideline for when MODE (REC MODE) is set to NORMAL. The actual number of remaining images may differ depending on the recording conditions.
Tips
The size of the image is indicated by the pixel unit. The higher the number of pixels, the more information is included. So, an image that is saved using a large number of pixels is suitable for a large-format print and one that is saved using a smaller number of pixels is suitable for attaching to an E-mail. Normally, an image is recorded in the ratio of four to three to fit the monitor ratio. This camera can also record the image in the ratio of three to two to accommodate the most common printing paper size. This is the same ratio as the one used in photo-developing shops.
2048×1536 (4:3)
2048 (3:2)
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B Various recording
Recording with the exposure fixed (AE LOCK)
Mode dial: /S/A/M/SCN
To release AE LOCK Carry out one of the followings: · Press AE LOCK again after step 2. · Release your finger from the shutter button after step 3. · Press down the shutter button in step 4.
Once you press AE LOCK, the exposure, now captured, is fixed. For instance, this function is convenient in the following use: Measure the exposure of the desired portion of the subject using the spot light-metering function and fix its exposure value by pressing AE LOCK. Then, recompose the picture.
1 3,4
B Various recording
2
1 2
Set the mode dial to M or SCN.
, S, A,
Target the subject that has desired exposure value, then press AE LOCK. The exposure is fixed and the AEL mark appears. Target the subject you want to record and press and hold the shutter button halfway down. The focus is automatically adjusted. Press down the shutter button.
3
4
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Recording with the manual adjustments
Mode dial: S/A/M
1 2
Shutter speed priority mode
Once the shutter speed is adjusted manually, the aperture will be automatically adjusted to the suitable value to attain correct exposure according to the brightness of the subject. Using the higher shutter speed, you can record a fast-moving subject with its motion frozen. And using the lower shutter speed, you can record the flow motion of a moving subject.
1 2
Set the mode dial to A. Select an aperture value with the jog dial, then press the jog dial. The aperture value can be selected from F2 to F8.
Manual exposure mode
You can manually adjust the shutter speed and aperture values to achieve the desired shooting condition according to your purpose. The exposure value appears on the LCD screen (page 59). And you can also adjust the aperture value and the shutter speed value according to your taste. 0 EV is the most suitable value set by the camera.
1 2
1 2
Set the mode dial to S. Select a shutter speed with the jog dial, then press the jog dial. The shutter speed can be selected from 8'' to 1/1000.
1 2,3,4,5
Aperture priority mode
Once the aperture is adjusted manually, the shutter speed will be automatically adjusted to the suitable value to attain correct exposure according to the brightness of the subject. As selecting a narrow aperture, the lens iris opens. Using a narrow aperture, you can record a subject with its background unclear. And using a wide aperture, you can record both the subject and the background stand out clearly.
1
Set the mode dial to M.
M
2
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Select the aperture value indication with the jog dial, then press the jog dial.
3 4 5
Select the aperture value with the jog dial, then press the jog dial. Select the shutter speed value indication with the jog dial, then press the jog dial. Select the shutter speed value with the jog dial, then press the jog dial. For details on available values, see "Shutter speed priority mode" on page 50, or "Aperture priority mode" on page 50.
Records images according to shooting conditions (SCENE SELECTION)
Mode dial: SCN
This camera has preset three SCENE SELECTION modes. Each mode is suitable for the following situations; night scene, landscape, and portrait.
1,4 2,3
Note
If the setting is not appropriate in aperture priority mode, shutter speed priority mode, or manual exposure mode, the setting value indicator on the LCD screen flashes. You can record in this setting, we, however, recommend that you adjust the flashedvalue again.
1 2 3
Set the mode dial to SET UP. The setup screen appears.
B Various recording
Select [ ] (CAMERA) with v/V, [SCENE SELECTION] with B/v/V, then press B. Select the desired setting, then press z. TWILIGHT mode Allows you to record bright subjects in dark places without losing the dark atmosphere of the surroundings. The shutter speed becomes slower, so we recommend that you use a tripod to prevent shaking. LANDSCAPE mode Focuses only on a distant subject to record landscapes, etc. PORTRAIT mode Suits for portrait recordings. Backgrounds blurred away, and the frontward person is sharpened.
4
Set the mode dial to SCN. The selected setting is loaded.
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To cancel the SCENE SELECTION function Set the mode dial to , S, A, M, or .
Notes
· You can focus only on distant subjects in LANDSCAPE mode. · Set the forced flash when you use the flash in the following modes: -- TWILIGHT mode -- LANDSCAPE mode · When using the SCENE SELECTION mode, the AF illuminator (page 25) does not emit in the following conditions: -- TWILIGHT mode: when the flash mode is not set to the forced flash mode -- LANDSCAPE mode: you cannot use the AF illuminator.
,
Recording two images continuously
Mode dial: /S/A/M/SCN
This mode is used for a continuous recording.
1 4 3 2
1 2 3 4
Tips
Under normal recording conditions, the camera automatically makes various adjustments, such as those for the focus, iris, exposure, and white balance, as it shoots. However, you may not be able to carry out your desired shooting depending on shooting conditions. The SCENE SELECTION function provides you with near-optimum adjustments to suit your shooting situation.
Set the mode dial to M or SCN. Press MENU. The menu appears.
, S, A,
Select [MODE] (REC MODE) with b/B, [BURST2] with v/V. Record the image.
To return to normal recording mode Select [NORMAL]