Cyber-shot Handbook
DSC-W270/W275/W290
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© 2009 Sony Corporation
4-125-475-11(1)
Notes on using the camera
Notes on the types of “Memory Stick”
media that you can use (sold
separately)
Notes on the LCD screen and lens
• The LCD screen is manufactured using
extremely high-precision technology so over
99.99% of the pixels are operational for
effective use. However, some tiny black and/or
bright dots (white, red, blue or green) may
appear on the LCD screen. These dots are a
normal result of the manufacturing process and
do not affect the recording.
“Memory Stick Duo” media:
You can use a “Memory Stick
Duo” media with the camera.
“Memory Stick”
media: You cannot use a
“Memory Stick” media
with the camera.
Black, white, red, blue or
green dots
Other memory cards cannot be used.
• For details on “Memory Stick Duo” media, see
page 138.
• 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.
• Be careful not to bump the movable lens, and be
careful not to apply force to it.
When using a “Memory Stick Duo”
media with “Memory Stick” media
compatible equipment
You can use the “Memory Stick Duo” media
by inserting it into the “Memory Stick Duo”
media Adaptor (sold separately).
“Memory Stick
Duo” media
Adaptor
The images used in this Handbook
The images used as examples in this Handbook are
reproduced images, and are not actual images shot
using this camera.
Notes on the battery pack
• Charge the battery pack (supplied) before using
the camera for the first time.
On Illustrations
Illustrations used in this Handbook are of the
DSC-W290 unless noted otherwise.
• You can charge the battery pack even if it is not
completely discharged. In addition, even if the
battery pack is not fully charged, you can use the
partially charged capacity of the battery pack as
is.
• If you do not intend to use the battery pack for a
long time, use up the existing charge and
remove it from the camera, then store it in a
cool, dry place. This is to maintain the battery
pack functions.
• For details on the usable battery pack, see
page 140.
Carl Zeiss lens
The camera is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens
which is capable of reproducing sharp images with
excellent contrast.
The lens for the camera has been produced under a
quality assurance system certified by Carl Zeiss in
accordance with the quality standards of Carl Zeiss
in Germany.
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MENU (Shooting)
MENU (Viewing)
Settings
TV
Computer
Printing
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Troubleshooting
Others
Index
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Adjusting exposure
Changing focus
position
Changing image size
Deleting images
Displaying enlarged
images
Editing images
Playing back a series of
images in order
Shooting/Viewing with
easy-to-see indicators
Using the “PMB (Picture Motion Browser)”
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Printing images with
the date
Changing date and
time settings
Initializing settings
Printing images
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MENU/Settings Search
MENU items (Shooting)
You can select the various shooting functions easily from the MENU button.
1 Press the MENU button to display the Menu
Control button
screen.
2 Select the desired menu item with v/V/b/B on
the control button.
3 Press the MENU button to turn off the Menu
screen.
MENU button
In the table below, indicates a function is available and — that it is unavailable. The icons
below [ ] and [ ] indicate the available modes.
Mode dial
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Note
• Only the items that are available for each mode are displayed on the screen.
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MENU items (Viewing)
You can select the various viewing functions easily from the MENU button.
1 Press the
(Playback) button to switch to
Control button
playback mode.
2 Press the MENU button to display the Menu
screen.
3 Select the desired menu item with v/V/b/B on
the control button.
4 Press z on the center of the control button.
(Playback)
button
MENU button
In the table below, indicates a function is available and — that it is unavailable.
View Mode
Internal
Memory
“Memory Stick Duo” media
Menu items
Date View
Event View
Favorites
Folder View Folder View
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Notes
• Only the items that are available for each mode are displayed on the screen.
• When the mode dial is set to (Easy Shooting), if you press MENU, the Delete screen appears. You
can select between [Delete Single Image] or [Delete All Images].
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Setting items
You can change the settings on the
(Settings) screen.
1 Press the MENU button to display the Menu
Control button
screen.
2 Select
(Settings) with V on the control button,
then press z on the center of the control button to
display the setup screen.
3 Select the desired category with v/V, then press
B to select each item, then z.
MENU button
4 Select the desired setting, then press z.
Categories
Shooting Settings
Items
Main Settings
“Memory Stick” Tool
Internal Memory Tool
Clock Settings
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Notes
• [Shooting Settings] appears only when settings have been entered from shooting mode.
• [“Memory Stick” Tool] appears only when a “Memory Stick Duo” media is inserted in the camera, while
[Internal Memory Tool] appears only when a “Memory Stick Duo” media is not inserted.
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Identifying parts
A Shutter button
B
(Smile) button (26)
C Flash
D ON/OFF (Power) button
E Speaker
F Microphone
G Self-timer lamp/Smile Shutter lamp/AF
illuminator
H Lens
I LCD screen
For viewing: (Playback zoom) button/
L Hook for wrist strap
M
(Playback) button (31)
N Control button
Menu on: v/V/b/B/z
Menu off: DISP/
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O
(Delete) button (34)
Q Multi connector
R Tripod receptacle
S Battery/“Memory Stick Duo” media cover
T “Memory Stick Duo” media slot
U Access lamp
V Battery eject lever
W Battery insertion slot
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Using the mode dial
Set the mode dial to the desired function.
Mode dial
(Movie Mode)
Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both
various functions using the menu.
(Program Auto)
Allows you to shoot with the settings adjusted automatically
(Intelligent Auto
Adjustment)
Allows you to shoot/view still images with easy-to-see indicators
(Easy Shooting)
Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene
(Scene Selection)
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Changing the DISP (screen
display) setting
1 Press DISP (screen display) on the control button.
2 Select the desired mode with the control button.
(Bright +
Sets screen brighter and displays only images.
Image Only)
(Bright +
Histogram)
Sets screen brighter and displays a graph of the
image brightness.
Image information is also displayed during
playback.
(Bright)
Sets screen brighter and displays the
information.
(Normal)
Sets screen to standard brightness and displays
the information.
Note
• If you view images in bright outside light, adjust the screen brightness up. However, the battery power
may decrease faster under such condition.
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Histogram
A histogram is a graph showing the brightness of an image. The graph display indicates a bright
image when skewed to the right side, and a dark image when skewed to the left side.
A Number of pixels
B Brightness
A
B
Dark
Bright
1 Press DISP (screen display) on the control button, then select [Bright +
Histogram].
Notes
• The histogram also appears when playing back a single image, but you cannot adjust the exposure.
• The histogram does not appear while recording movies, playing back movies, viewing vertical
orientation images or rotated still images.
• A large difference in the histogram displayed during shooting and playback may occur when:
– The flash strobes.
– The shutter speed is slow or fast.
• The histogram may not appear for images recorded using other cameras.
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Using the internal memory
The camera has approximately 11 MB of internal memory. This memory is not removable. Even
when there is no “Memory Stick Duo” media inserted in the camera, you can record images
using this internal memory.
When a “Memory Stick Duo” media is inserted
[Recording]: Images are recorded on the “Memory Stick
Duo” media.
B
[Playback]: Images on the “Memory Stick Duo” media are
played back.
[Menu, Settings, etc.]: Various functions can be
performed on images on the “Memory Stick Duo” media.
When there is no “Memory Stick Duo” media
inserted
Internal
memory
B
[Recording]: Images are recorded using the internal
memory.
[Playback]: Images stored in the internal memory are played
back.
[Menu, Settings, 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 error using one of the following methods.
To copy (back up) data on a hard disk of your computer
camera.
To copy (back up) data on a “Memory Stick Duo” media
Prepare a “Memory Stick Duo” media with sufficient free capacity, then perform the procedure
Notes
• You cannot transfer image data on a “Memory Stick Duo” media to the internal memory.
• By making a USB connection between the camera and a computer with a cable for multi-use terminal,
you can transfer data stored in the internal memory to a computer. However you cannot transfer data on a
computer to the internal memory.
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Intelligent Auto Adjustment
Allows you to shoot still images with the setting adjusted automatically.
1 Set the mode dial to
(Intelligent Auto Adjustment).
2 Shoot with the shutter button.
Note
• Flash mode is set to [Flash Auto] or [Flash Off].
zOn Scene Recognition
Scene Recognition operates in Intelligent Auto Adjustment mode. This function lets the
camera automatically recognize the shooting conditions and shoot the image.
Scene Recognition icon
The camera recognizes (Twilight),
(Backlight), (Backlight Portrait),
(Twilight Portrait),
(Landscape), (Macro) or
(Twilight using a tripod),
(Portrait), and
displays an icon on the LCD screen when the scene is recognized.
For details, see page 49.
zIf you shoot a still image of a subject that is difficult
to focus on
• The shortest shooting distance is approximately 10 cm (4 inches) (W), 50 cm (19 3/4 inches) (T)
(from the lens).
• When the camera cannot focus on the subject automatically, the AE/AF lock indicator changes to
flash slowly and the beep does not sound. Either recompose the shot or change the focus setting
Focusing may be difficult in the following situations:
– It is dark and the subject is distant.
– The contrast between the subject and the background is poor.
– The subject is seen through glass.
– The subject is moving quickly.
– There is reflective light or shiny surfaces.
– The subject is backlit or there is a flashing light.
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Scene Selection
Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene.
1 Set the mode dial to
(Scene Selection).
2 Select the desired mode t z on the control button.
If you want to switch to another scene, press the MENU button.
Allows you to shoot images without a
flash under low light conditions,
reducing blur.
(High Sensitivity)
Allows you to shoot images with a softer atmosphere for
portraits and flowers, etc.
(Soft Snap)
(Landscape)
(Twilight Portrait)
(Twilight)
Allows easy shooting of distant scenes by focusing in
the distance. Shoots vivid blue sky and flora colors.
Allows you to shoot sharp images of people with the
night view in the background without compromising the
atmosphere.
Allows you to shoot night scenes at far distance without
losing the dark atmosphere of the surroundings.
Shifts to Macro mode, allowing you to shoot food
arrangements in delicious and bright color.
(Gourmet)
Allows you to record the blue of the water clearly when
shooting seaside or lakeside scenes.
(Beach)
Allows you to record clear images preventing sunken
colors in snowy scenes or other places where the whole
screen appears white.
(Snow)
Allows you to record fireworks in all their splendor.
(Fireworks)
(Underwater)
Allows you to shoot underwater in natural colors in
housing (Marine pack, etc.).
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Note
• When you shoot images using
(Twilight Portrait), (Twilight) or
(Fireworks) mode, the shutter
speed is slower and the images tend to blur. To prevent blurring, the use of a tripod is recommended.
Functions you can use in Scene Selection
For shooting an image appropriately according to the scene condition, a combination of
functions is determined by the camera. indicates a function is available, and — that it is
unavailable. The icons below [Flash] indicate the available flash modes.
Some functions are not available, depending on the Scene Selection mode.
Face
Macro
On
Detection/
Smile
Burst/
White
Red Eye
Anti
Blink
Steady-
Shot
Flash
Bracket Balance Reduction
Shutter
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Easy Shooting
Allows you shoot still images using the minimum necessary functions.
The settings you can change are [Image Size], [Flash] and [Self-Timer].
The text size increases and indicators become easier to see.
1 Set the mode dial to
(Easy Shooting).
2 Shoot with the shutter button.
Note
• The battery charge is used up more quickly because the screen brightness increases automatically.
zChanging Image Size, Flash and Self-Timer settings
Image Size:
MENU t [Image Size] t z on the control button t desired
mode t z
Select between [Large] or [Small] size.
Self-Timer:
Flash:
on the control button t desired mode
Select between [On] (10 sec) or [Off] mode.
on the control button t desired mode
Select between [Flash Auto] or [Flash Off] mode.
MENU t [Flash] t z on the control button t desired mode
t z
Select between [Auto] or [Off] mode.
zOn Scene Recognition
Scene Recognition operates in Easy Shooting mode. This function lets the camera
automatically recognize the shooting conditions and shoot the image.
Scene Recognition icon
The camera recognizes (Twilight),
(Backlight), (Backlight Portrait),
(Twilight Portrait),
(Landscape), (Macro) or
(Twilight using a tripod),
(Portrait), and
displays an icon on the LCD screen when the scene is recognized.
For details, see page 49.
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zOn Easy Viewing mode
When you press the
(Playback) button with the mode dial set to
(Easy Shooting),
the playback screen text becomes larger and easier to see. In addition, the functions that can
be used are limited.
(Delete) button
You can delete the currently displayed image.
Select [OK] t z.
MENU button
You can delete the currently displayed image with [Delete Single
Image], delete all images in a folder with [Delete All Images].
• View Mode is set to [Folder View]. If you set the mode dial to a mode other than
(Easy
Shooting), then playback images, the images are displayed in the preselected View Mode.
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Smile Shutter
When the camera detects a smile, the shutter is released automatically.
1 Press
(Smile) button.
2 Wait detecting a smile.
When the smile level exceeds the b point on the indicator, the
camera records images automatically.
If you press the shutter button during Smile Shutter, the camera
shoots the image, then returns to Smile Shutter mode.
3 To stop shooting, press
(Smile) button again.
Face Detection frame
Smile Detection Sensitivity
indicator
Notes
• Shooting using the Smile Shutter ends automatically when either the “Memory Stick Duo” media or
internal memory becomes full.
• Smiles may not be detected correctly depending on the conditions.
• You cannot use the digital zoom function.
• When
(Landscape), (Twilight), (Gourmet), (Fireworks) or
(Underwater) mode is
selected in Scene Selection, you cannot use the Smile Shutter function.
zHints for better capturing of smiles
1 Do not cover the eyes with the bangs.
Do not obscure the face by hat, masks, sunglasses, etc.
2 Try to orient the face in front of the camera and be as
level as possible. Keep the eyes narrowed.
3 Give a clear smile with an open mouth. The smile is
easier to detect when the teeth are showing.
• The shutter operates when any person whose face is being detected smiles.
• You can select or register the priority subject for face detection with [Face Detection]. When the
selected-face is registered in the camera memory, Smile Detection is performed only for that face.
To perform smile detection for a different face, change the priority face with z on the control
• If a smile is not detected, set the [Smile Detection Sensitivity] in setting menu.
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Self-Timer
1 Press
(Self-Timer) on the control button.
2 Select the desired mode with the control button.
(Self-Timer Does not use the self-timer.
Off)
(Self-Timer
10sec)
Sets the 10-second delay self-timer.
When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes and a
beep sounds until the shutter operates.
To cancel, press again.
(Self-Timer
2sec)
Sets the 2-second delay self-timer.
Note
• In Easy Shooting mode, you can select only [On] (10 sec) or [Off].
zReducing blurring with the two-second self-timer
• Use the 2-second delay self-timer to prevent blur of an image. The shutter is released 2 seconds after
you press the shutter button, which reduces camera shake when the shutter button is pressed.
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Macro
Use this setting to capture beautiful close-up images of small subjects such as insects or flowers.
1 Press
(Macro) on the control button.
2 Select the desired mode with the control button.
(Auto)
Adjusts the focus automatically from distant subjects to close-up.
• Normally, put the camera in this mode.
(Macro On)
Adjusts the focus with priority on close-up subjects. Set Macro On
when shooting close subjects.
• Setting the zoom all the way to the W side is recommended.
Notes
• The Auto Focus speed becomes slower when you shoot images in the Macro mode.
• Macro mode is fixed to [Auto] when the camera is in Intelligent Auto Adjustment mode or in Movie
Mode.
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Flash
1 Press (Flash) on the control button.
2 Select the desired mode with the control button.
(Flash Auto) Flashes when there is insufficient light or backlight.
(Flash On)
Flash always operates.
(Slow
Synchro (Flash
On))
Flash always operates.
The shutter speed is slow in a dark place to clearly shoot the
background that is out of flash light.
(Flash Off)
Flash does not operate.
Notes
• The flash strobes twice. The first flash adjusts the light quantity.
• While charging the flash, is displayed.
• You cannot use the flash during burst or bracket shooting.
• [Flash On] and [Slow Synchro (Flash On)] are not available when the camera is in Intelligent Auto
Adjustment mode.
• In Easy Shooting mode, you can select only [Flash Auto] or [Flash Off].
zWhen the “White circular spots” appears in flash
photos
This is caused by particles (dust, pollen, etc.) floating close to the lens. When they are
accentuated by the camera’s flash, they appear as white circular spots.
Camera
Subject
Particles (dust, pollen, etc.)
in the air
How can the “White circular spots” be reduced?
• Light the room and shoot the subject without a flash.
• Select
(High Sensitivity) mode in Scene Selection. ([Flash Off] is automatically selected.)
• Even though you selected (High Sensitivity) mode in Scene Selection, the shutter speed might be
slower under low-light conditions, or in a dark place. In that case, use a tripod or hold your arms
firmly at your side after pressing the shutter button.
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Viewing still images
1 Press the
(Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
2 Select an image with the control button.
Notes
• You may not be able to play back some images shot using other cameras. Play such images in Folder
View (MENU t [View Mode] t [Folder View]).
• When the mode dial is set to
available function are limited. If you want to use all viewing functions, set the mode dial to a mode other
than
(Easy Shooting), the images are played back in Folder View, and the
.
zViewing images taken with a different camera
The following message is displayed if you plug into this camera a “Memory Stick Duo”
media containing both images taken with this camera and images taken with another
camera.
“Playback only registered images”/“Playback all images with folder view”
If you select “Playback only registered images”, images are played in the selected View
Mode. Some images taken with other cameras may not be played at this time.
If you select “Playback all images with folder view”, the camera switches to Folder View
and plays all images.
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Playback zoom
Plays back the enlarged image.
1 Press
(Playback zoom) button during still image
playback.
The image is enlarged to twice the previous size, at the center of the
image.
2 Adjust the position with the control button.
3 Change the zoom scale with W/T (zoom) button.
Shows the displayed
area of the whole
image
Press button (T) to zoom in, W side to zoom out.
Press z to cancel playback zoom.
zTo save enlarged images
You can save an enlarged image by using the trimming function.
Press MENU t [Retouch] t [Trimming].
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Image Index
Displays multiple images at the same time.
1 Press the
(Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
(Index) button to display the image index screen.
2 Press the
Press the button again to display an index screen with even more images.
3 To return to the single-image screen, select an image with the control
button, then press z.
Note
• When the mode dial is set to
(Easy Shooting), you cannot view images in index mode.
zDisplaying images of the desired date/event/folder
Select the left side bar with the control button, then select the
desired date/event/folder with v/V.
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Delete
Allows you to select unwanted images for deletion. You can also delete images from the MENU
button (page 71).
1 Press the
(Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
2
(Delete) button t desired mode t z on the control button
This Image
Multiple Images
Deletes the currently displayed image in single-image
mode.
Allows you to select and delete multiple images.
Do as the following after step 2.
1Select an image then press z.
Repeat the above steps until there are no more images to
be deleted. Select an image with a
release the mark.
2MENU t [OK] t z
mark again to
All in This Folder
All in Date Range
All in Event
Deletes all images in the selected folder, date range or
event group at once.
Press [OK] t z after step 2.
Exit
Cancels the deletion.
Notes
• When the mode dial is set to
(Easy Shooting), you can delete only the currently displayed image.
• When [View Mode] is set to [Favorites], you cannot delete images.
zYou can switch between index and single-image
mode when selecting images
Press the button (T) of the W/T (zoom) button in index mode
to return to single-image mode, and press the
(Index) button
(W) in single-image mode to return to index mode.
• You can also switch between index and single-image mode in [Add /
Remove Favorites], [Protect] or [DPOF].
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Viewing movies
1 Press the
(Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
2 Select a movie with the control button.
3 Press z.
Movie playback starts.
Control button
Playback feature
Pause
z
B
b
V
Fast forward
Fast rewind
Displays the volume control screen. Adjust the volume
with v/V.
Note
• You may not be able to play back some images shot using other cameras.
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Movie shooting mode
Allows you to shoot movies with preset settings according to the scene.
1 Set the mode dial to
(Movie Mode).
2 MENU t
(Movie shooting mode) t desired mode
(Auto)
Adjusts the setting automatically.
(High
Shoots movies with high sensitivity under low light conditions.
Sensitivity)
Shoots underwater in natural colors when using a water proof
housing (Marine pack, etc.).
(Underwater)
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Image Size
The image size determines the size of the image file that is recorded when you take a image.
The larger the image size, the more detail will be reproduced when the image is printed on large-
format paper. The smaller the image size, the more images can be recorded. Select the image size
that matches the way you will view your images.
1 MENU t
(Image Size) t desired size
When shooting still images
Image size
Usage guidelines
No. of
Printing
images
(4000×3000) For prints up to A3+ size
(3264×2448) For prints up to A3 size
(2592×1944) For prints up to A4 size
(2048×1536) For prints up to L/2L size
Less
Fine
(640×480)
For e-mail attachments
More
Less
Rough
Fine
(4000×2672) 3:2 aspect ratio as in photo prints and
postcards
(4000×2248) For viewing on a high-definition TV
Less
Fine
(1920×1080)
More
Rough
Note
• When you print images recorded with 16:9 aspect ratio, both edges may be cut off.
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In Easy Shooting mode
Large
Small
Shoots images in [12M] size.
Shoots images in [3M] size.
When shooting movies
The larger the image size, the higher the image quality. The higher the amount of data used per
second (average bit rate), the smoother the playback image.
The movies shot with this camera will be recorded in MPEG-4, Approx. 30fps, Progressive,
AAC, mp4 format.
Movie image size
1280×720(Fine)
Average bit rate Usage guidelines
9 Mbps Shoot highest quality movie for display
on HDTV
1280×720(Standard) 6 Mbps
VGA 3 Mbps
Shoot standard quality movie for display
on HDTV
Shoot at an image size suitable for WEB
upload
Notes
• A telephoto image results when the [VGA] image size is selected for movies.
• Movies with the size set to [1280×720] can only be recorded on a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media.
When using recording media other than “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media, set the movie image size to
[VGA].
zOn “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 image 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
1 Image size: 12M
4000 pixels × 3000 pixels = 12,000,000 pixels
2 Image size: VGA
640 pixels × 480 pixels = 307,200 pixels
Pixels
Many pixels
Pixel
(Fine image quality and large file size)
Few pixels
(Rough image quality but small file size)
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Flash
In Easy Shooting mode, you can select the Flash setting also from the MENU button.
1 Set the mode dial to
(Easy Shooting).
2 MENU t [Flash] t z on the control button
3 Select the desired mode t z.
Auto
Off
Flash strobes when there is insufficient light or backlight.
Does not use the flash.
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REC Mode
You can select Normal (single-image), Burst or Exposure Bracket as the shooting mode.
1 MENU t
(REC Mode) t desired mode
(Normal)
Records a single image.
(Burst)
Records up to 100 images in succession when you press and hold
down the shutter button.
Notes
• Burst shooting is not available during Easy Shooting, Movie Mode or
Smile Shutter.
• The flash is set to [Flash Off].
• When recording with the self timer, a series of a maximum of five
images is recorded.
• The recording interval becomes longer, depending on the setting for the
image size.
• When the battery level is low, or when the internal memory or “Memory
Stick Duo” media is full, the Burst stops.
• The focus, white balance, and exposure are adjusted for the first image,
and these settings are also used for the other images.
BRK 0.3EV
BRK 0.7EV
BRK 1.0EV
Records a series of three images with the exposure values
automatically shifted (Exposure Bracket). When you cannot decide
the correct exposure, shoot in the Exposure Bracket mode, shifting
the exposure value. You can select the image with the best
exposure afterward.
The larger the bracket step value, the larger the shift of the
exposure value.
Notes
• Exposure Bracket mode is not available during Intelligent Auto
Adjustment, Easy Shooting, Movie Mode, or Smile Shutter.
• The flash is set to [Flash Off].
• The focus and white balance are adjusted for the first image, and these
settings are also used for the other images.
• When you adjust the exposure manually, the exposure is shifted based on
the adjusted brightness.
• The recording interval becomes longer depending on the shooting
conditions.
• If the subject is too bright or too dark, you may not be able to shoot
properly with the selected bracket step value.
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EV
You can adjust the exposure manually in 1/3 EV steps in a range of –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV.
1 MENU t
(EV) t desired EV setting
Notes
• In Easy Shooting mode, the EV setting cannot be adjusted.
• If you shoot a subject in extremely bright or dark conditions, or when you use the flash, the exposure
adjustment may not be effective.
zAdjusting the exposure for better looking images
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 light
Exposure:
Aperture = Size of the opening allowing light to pass through
ISO sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index)
= Recording sensitivity
Overexposure = too much light
Whitish image
Lower EV setting –
Correct exposure
Higher EV setting +
Underexposure = too little light
Darker image
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ISO
Adjusts the luminous sensitivity.
1 Set the mode dial to (Program Auto) or
(Scene Selection) t
(Underwater).
2 MENU t
(ISO) t desired mode
(Auto)
Sets the ISO sensitivity automatically.
/
/
/
/
You can reduce image blurring in dark locations or moving subjects
by increasing ISO sensitivity (select a larger number).
/
/
Note
• ISO settings other than [ISO AUTO], [ISO 80] to [ISO 800] cannot be selected when the recording mode
is set to Burst or Exposure Bracket mode, or when [DRO] is set to [DRO plus].
zAdjusting ISO Sensitivity (Recommended Exposure
Index)
ISO sensitivity is a speed rating for recording media that incorporates an image sensor that
receives light. Even when the exposure is the same, images differ depending on the ISO
sensitivity.
High ISO sensitivity
Records a bright image even in dark locations while increasing
shutter speed to reduce blur.
However, the image tends to become noisy.
Low ISO sensitivity
Records a smoother image.
However, when the exposure is insufficient, the image may become
darker.
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White Balance
Adjusts color tones according to the surrounding light conditions. Use this function if image
color appears unnatural.
1 MENU t
(White Balance) t desired mode
(Auto)
Adjusts the white balance automatically so that the colors appear
natural.
(Daylight)
Adjusts for outdoors conditions on a fine day,
evening views, night scenes, neon signs,
fireworks, etc.
(Cloudy)
Adjusts for a cloudy sky or a shady location.
(Fluorescent
Light 1)
(Fluorescent
Light 2)
(Fluorescent
Light 3)
[Fluorescent Light 1]: Adjusts for white
fluorescent lighting.
[Fluorescent Light 2]: Adjusts for natural white
fluorescent lighting.
[Fluorescent Light 3]: Adjusts for day white
fluorescent lighting.
n
Adjusts for places under incandescent lamp, or
under bright lighting, such as in a photo studio.
(Incandescent)
(Flash)
Adjusts for the flash conditions.
Notes
• [White Balance] cannot be adjusted in Intelligent Auto Adjustment, or Easy Shooting mode.
• In Scene Selection mode, you can change the white balance setting only in
(Gourmet) mode.
(High Sensitivity) or
• When shooting movies or when Scene Selection is set to
(High Sensitivity) mode, [Flash] in [White
Balance] cannot be selected.
• Under fluorescent lights that flicker, the white balance function may not work correctly even though you
select [Fluorescent Light 1], [Fluorescent Light 2] or [Fluorescent Light 3].
• When shooting with a flash in other than [Flash] mode, [White Balance] is set to [Auto].
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zEffects of lighting conditions
The apparent color of the subject is affected by the lighting conditions.
The color tones are adjusted automatically in the Intelligent Auto Adjustment mode, but you
can adjust color tones manually using the White Balance function.
Daylight
Cloudy
Bluish
Fluorescent
Incandescent
Reddish
Weather/lighting
White (standard)
Green-tinged
Characteristics of
light
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Underwater White Balance
Adjusts the color tone when the camera is set to
(Underwater) mode or
(Underwater) for
movies.
1 MENU t
(Underwater White Balance) t desired mode
(Auto)
Automatically adjusts color tones underwater so they appear
natural.
(Underwater 1) Adjusts for underwater conditions where blue is strong.
(Underwater 2) Adjusts for underwater conditions where green is strong.
Notes
• Depending on the color of the water, the Underwater White Balance may not work correctly even though
you select [Underwater 1] or [Underwater 2].
• [Underwater White Balance] cannot be selected when the flash mode is set to [Flash On].
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Focus
You can change the focus method. Use the menu when it is difficult to get the proper focus in
auto focus mode.
AF stands for “Auto Focus,” a function that adjusts the focus automatically.
1 Set the mode dial to (Program Auto) or
2 MENU t (Focus) t desired mode
(Movie Mode).
(Multi AF)
Focuses on a subject in all ranges of the
finder frame automatically.
When you press the shutter button halfway
down in still image shooting mode, a green
frame is displayed around the area that is in
focus.
AF range finder frame
(Only for still image)
• When the Face Detection function is active, AF
operates with priority on faces.
• When Scene Selection is set to
(Underwater) mode, focus operation
is suited to underwater shooting. When focus is achieved by half-
pressing the shutter button, a large frame is displayed in green.
(Center AF)
(Spot AF)
Focuses on a subject in the center of the
finder frame automatically. Using the AF
lock function together, you can compose the
image the way you want.
AF range finder frame
Focuses on an extremely small subject or a
narrow area automatically. Using the AF
lock function together, you can compose the
image the way you want. Hold the camera
steady so as not to misalign the subject and
the AF range finder frame.
AF range finder frame
0.5 m/1.0 m/
Automatically focuses quickly on the area around a previously set
distance (Semi-manual). This mode is useful when repeatedly
shooting a subject at the same distance. Use “Semi-manual” when
it is difficult to get sharp focus with automatic focusing, such as
when shooting a subject through a net or window.
• Focuses on a subject in all ranges of the finder frame in Semi-manual
mode.
3.0 m/7.0 m/
(unlimited
distance)
Notes
• When you use [Digital Zoom] or [AF Illuminator], the AF range finder frame is disabled and appears in a
dotted line. In this case, the camera works to focus on the subjects at the center of the screen.
• When the focus mode is set to other than [Multi AF], you cannot use the Face Detection function.
• Only [Multi AF] or (unlimited distance) is available for movies. When the Movie shooting mode is set
to [Underwater], the focus mode is fixed to [Multi AF].
• The focus mode is fixed to [Multi AF] while the Smile Shutter function is activated.
• The Semi-manual distance setting contains some errors, and this error increases when the zoom is set to
the T side or the lens is tilted upward or downward.
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zFocusing on subjects near the edge of the screen
If the subject is out of focus, do as follows:
1Recompose the shot so that the subject is centered
in the AF range finder, and press the shutter
button halfway to focus on the subject (AF lock).
AF range finder
frame
2When the AE/AF lock indicator stops flashing and
AE/AF lock
indicator
remains on, return to the fully composed shot, and
press the shutter button fully down.
• As long as you do not press the shutter button fully
down, you can retry the procedure as many times as
necessary.
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Metering Mode
Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the
exposure.
1 Set the mode dial to (Program Auto) or
(Movie Mode).
2 MENU t
(Metering Mode) t desired mode
(Multi)
Divides into multiple regions and measures each region. The
camera determines a well-balanced exposure (Multi-pattern
metering).
(Center)
Measures the center of the image, and determines the exposure
based on the brightness of the subject there (Center-weighted
metering).
(Spot)
Measures only a part of the subject
(Spot metering). This function is useful
when the subject is backlit or when
there is strong contrast between the
subject and the background.
Spot metering cross
hairs
Positions on the subject
Notes
• In Movie Mode, [Spot] cannot be selected.
• If you set the Metering Mode to other than [Multi], the Face Detection function cannot be used.
• The Metering Mode is fixed to [Multi] while the Smile Shutter function is activated.
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Scene Recognition
The camera automatically detects shooting conditions, and then takes the shot. When a face is
detected, the ISO sensitivity is increased according to the face movement to reduce subject blur
(Face Motion Detection).
Scene Recognition icon
The camera recognizes the following types of scenes. When the camera determines the
optimal scene, it displays the corresponding icon.
(Twilight),
(Backlight Portrait),
(Twilight Portrait),
(Landscape),
(Twilight using a tripod),
(Macro), (Portrait)
(Backlight),
Example of an image where
(Backlight) has activated
1 Set the mode dial to
(Intelligent Auto Adjustment).
2 MENU t (Scene Recognition) t desired mode
(Auto)
When the camera recognizes the scene, it switches to the optimal
settings and shoots the image.
When the camera recognizes the scene, it switches to the optimal
settings. If the camera recognizes (Twilight), (Twilight
(Advanced)
Portrait),
(Twilight using a tripod), (Backlight) or
(Backlight Portrait), it automatically changes the setting and
shoots another image.
• If two images are recorded, Auto Review displays them tiled vertically.
• When the subject blinks while set to [Advanced] and the camera
recognizes
(Portrait), the camera automatically takes one more shot.
If eyes are open in the second image, only the second image is recorded.
For details on the Anti Blink function, see “What is the Anti Blink
Notes
• Scene Recognition does not function when using digital zoom.
• When the recording mode is set to Burst, or when the Smile Shutter function is activated, Scene
Recognition is fixed to [Auto].
• The available flash settings are [Flash Auto] and [Flash Off].
•
(Twilight using a tripod) scenes sometimes cannot be recognized in an environment where vibrations
are transferred to the camera even though it is fixed on a tripod.
• Sometimes a slow shutter results when a scene is recognized as a
camera still during shooting.
(Twilight using a tripod). Keep the
• The Scene Recognition icon appears regardless of the screen display settings.
• These scenes may not be recognized depending on the situation.
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zWhat is the Anti Blink function?
When set to [Advanced] and the camera recognizes
(Portrait), the camera automatically
takes one more shot if closed eyes are detected. If eyes are open in the second image, only
the second image is recorded. If eyes are closed in both images, the message “Blinked eye
detected” is displayed and only the first image is recorded.
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Smile Detection Sensitivity
Sets the sensitivity of the Smile Shutter function for detecting smiles.
1 MENU t
(Smile Detection Sensitivity) t desired mode
(Big Smile)
(Normal
Smile)
(Slight Smile) Detects even a slight smile.
Detects a big smile.
Detects a normal smile.
Notes
• Smiles may not be detected correctly depending on the conditions.
• [Smile Detection Sensitivity] cannot be adjusted in Easy Shooting mode or Movie Mode.
• You can change the Smile Detection Sensitivity setting when
(High Sensitivity),
(Soft Snap),
(Twilight Portrait), (Beach) or (Snow) mode is selected in Scene Selection mode.
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Face Detection
Selects whether to use the Face Detection function or not, and also selects the priority subject for
adjusting the focus when using the function.
Detects the faces of your subjects and adjusts the focus, flash, exposure, white balance and red-
eye reduction settings automatically.
Face Detection frame (Orange)
When the camera detects more than one subject, the camera will judge which is the main
subject and set focus by priority. The Face Detection frame for the main subject will turn
orange. The frame for which the focus is set will turn green by pressing the shutter button
halfway down.
Face Detection frame (White)
1 MENU t
(Face Detection) t desired mode
(Off)
Does not use Face Detection function.
(Auto)
(Child
Priority)
(Adult
Priority)
Selects the face the camera is to automatically focus on.
Detects and shoots with priority on child’s face.
Detects and shoots with priority on adult’s face.
Notes
• [Face Detection] cannot be selected in Easy Shooting or Movie Mode.
• You can select [Face Detection] only when the focus mode is set to [Multi AF] or the metering mode is
set to [Multi].
• The Face Detection function does not work when using the digital zoom.
• Up to 8 faces of your subjects can be detected. However, only up to 4 faces of your subjects can be
detected when
(Soft Snap) mode is selected in the Scene Selection mode.
• Adults and children may not be recognized correctly depending on the conditions.
• During Smile Shutter shooting, [Face Detection] is automatically set to [Auto] even if it is set to [Off].
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zRegistering the priority face (Selected-face Memory)
Normally the camera automatically selects the face to focus on according to the [Face
Detection] setting, but you can also select and register a face to be given priority.
Face Priority Frame Off
1Press z on the control button during Face Detection. The leftmost face is registered as
the priority face, and the frame changes from
to an orange frame ( ).
2Each time you press z, the priority face moves one face to the right. Press z repeatedly
until the orange frame ( ) is on the face you want to register.
3To cancel the face registration (Off), move the orange frame to the rightmost face, then
press z again.
• When you remove the battery from the camera, the face registration is reset.
• When the registered face disappears from the LCD screen, the camera returns to the setting selected
by [Face Detection]. When the registered face is shown on the LCD screen again, the camera
focuses on the registered face.
• It may not be possible to detect the registered face correctly depending on the surrounding
brightness, the subject’s hairstyle, etc. In this case, register the face again under the conditions
where the image will be shot.
• When the Smile Shutter function is used with the Face Detection frame registered, Smile Detection
is performed only on the registered face.
• In Easy Shooting mode, the priority face cannot be registered.
zMaking faces easier to detect
• Use an appropriate lighting level.
• Make sure the subjects’ faces are not hidden by hats, masks,
sunglasses, etc.
• Make sure the subjects are facing the camera.
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Flash Level
Adjusts the amount of flash light.
1 Set the mode dial to (Program Auto).
2 MENU t
(Flash Level) t desired mode
(–)
Makes the flash level lower.
(Standard)
(+)
Makes the flash level higher.
Note
• Sometimes effects do not show up when the subject being shot is too bright or too dark.
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Anti Blink
When Scene Selection is set to
(Soft Snap) mode and the subject blinks while shooting an
image, the camera automatically takes one more shot. If eyes are open in the second image, only
the second image is recorded.
1 Set the mode dial to
(Scene Selection).
2 Select
(Soft Snap).
3 MENU t
(Anti Blink) t desired mode
When Face Detection is active, the Anti Blink function operates so
that images with the subject’s eyes open are recorded.
(Auto)
Does not use the Anti Blink function.
(Off)
Notes
• Anti Blink does not function in the following situations.
– When using the flash
– During burst or bracket shooting
– When the Face Detection function does not work
– When the Smile Shutter function is activated
• Sometimes Anti Blink function does not work depending on the situation.
• When the Anti Blink function is set to [Auto] but only images with the subject’s eyes closed are
recorded, the message “Blinked eye detected” is displayed on the LCD screen. Shoot again as necessary.
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Red Eye Reduction
The flash strobes two or more times before shooting to reduce the red-eye phenomenon when
using the flash.
1 MENU t
(Red Eye Reduction) t desired mode
(Auto)
When the Face Detection function is activated, the flash strobes
automatically to reduce the red-eye phenomenon.
(On)
(Off)
The flash always strobes to reduce the red-eye phenomenon.
Does not use Red Eye Reduction.
Notes
• [Red Eye Reduction] cannot be selected during Easy Shooting, Movie Mode, or Smile Shutter.
• To avoid blurring of images, hold the camera firmly until the shutter is released. It usually takes a second
after you press the shutter button. Be also sure not to allow the subject to move during this period.
• Red Eye Reduction may not produce the desired effects. It depends on individual differences and
conditions, such as distance to the subject, or if the subject looked away from the pre-strobe.
• If you do not use the Face Detection function, Red Eye Reduction does not work, even when you select
[Auto].
zWhat causes the red-eye phenomenon?
Pupils become dilated in dark environments. Flash light is reflected off the blood vessels at
the back of the eye (retina), causing the “red-eye” phenomenon.
Camera
Eye
Retina
Other ways to reduce red-eye
• Select (High Sensitivity) mode in Scene Selection. (The flash is set to [Flash Off] automatically.)
• When the eyes of the subject turn out red, correct the image with [Retouch] t [Red Eye
Correction] on the viewing menu or with the supplied software “PMB”.
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DRO
The camera analyzes the shooting scene and automatically corrects the brightness and contrast to
improve the image quality.
DRO stands for “Dynamic Range Optimizer,” a function that automatically optimizes the
difference between light and dark parts of an image.
1 Set the mode dial to (Program Auto).
2 MENU t
(DRO) t desired mode
(Off)
Does not adjust.
(DRO
Adjusts the brightness and contrast of the images automatically.
standard)
(DRO plus)
Adjusts image brightness and contrast automatically and strongly.
Notes
• Depending on shooting conditions, it may not be possible to obtain correction effects.
• Only [ISO AUTO] or values from [ISO 80] to [ISO 800] can be set for the ISO value when [DRO plus] is
set.
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Color Mode
You can change the brightness of the image, accompanied by effects.
1 Set the mode dial to (Program Auto) or
(Movie Mode).
2 MENU t
(Color Mode) t desired mode
(Normal)
Sets the image to standard color.
(Vivid)
(Sepia)
(B & W)
Sets the image to bright and deep color.
Sets the image to sepia color.
Sets the image to black and white.
Note
• Only [Normal], [Sepia] or [B & W] can be selected when shooting movies.
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SteadyShot
Selects the anti-blur mode.
1 MENU t
(SteadyShot) t desired mode
(Shooting)
Activates the anti-blur function when pressing the shutter button
halfway down.
(Continuous) Always activates the anti-blur function. You can stabilize images
even when zooming up a far subject.
(Off)
Does not use anti-blur mode.
Notes
• In Intelligent Auto Adjustment, Easy Shooting mode or Scene Selection is set to (Gourmet) mode,
[SteadyShot] is fixed to [Shooting].
• [SteadyShot] is fixed to [Continuous] while the Smile Shutter function is activated.
• For movies, you can set [Continuous] or [Off] only. The default setting for movies is [Continuous].
• The battery charge is used up more quickly in [Continuous] mode than in [Shooting] mode.
zHints for preventing blur
The camera moved accidentally when you took the image. This is called “Camera shake.”
On the other hand, if the subject moved when you took the image, it is called “subject blur.”
Besides, camera shake and subject blur occur frequently under low-light or slow shutter
speed conditions, such as those encountered in
In such case, shoot with the below tips in mind.
(Twilight Portrait) or (Twilight) mode.
Camera shake
Your hands or body shake while you hold the
camera and press the shutter button, and the
entire screen is blurred.
• Use a tripod or place the camera on a flat surface to
hold the camera steady.
• Shoot with a 2-second delay self-timer and
stabilize the camera by holding your arms firmly at your side after pressing the shutter button.
Subject blur
Even though the camera is steady, the subject
moves during the exposure so the subject is shot
blurred when the shutter button is pressed.
Camera shake is reduced automatically using
the anti-blur function. However, the function
does not effectively reduce subject blur.
• Select
(High Sensitivity) mode in Scene Selection.
• Select a higher ISO sensitivity to make the shutter speed faster, and press the shutter button before
the subject moves.
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Slideshow
Images are automatically played back in succession along with effects and music.
1 Press the
(Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
2 MENU t
(Slideshow) t z on the control button
3 Select a desired setting.
4 [Start] t z
5 Press z to end the slideshow.
Notes
• You cannot play back movies.
• Settings other than [Image] are stored until the next time they are changed.
Image
Selects the group of images to be shown.
All
Plays a slideshow of all the still images in order.
This Date
Plays a slideshow of still images with the currently selected date
range when the view mode is
Plays a slideshow of still images in the currently selected event
group when the view mode is (Event View).
Plays a slideshow of only the still images in the currently selected
Favorites number when the view mode is (Favorites).
Plays a slideshow of still images in the currently selected folder
when the view mode is (Folder View).
(Date View).
This Event
Favorites 1 – 6
Folder
Note
• This setting is fixed to [Folder] when the internal memory is used to record images.
Effects
Selects the playback speed and mood for slideshows.
Simple
A simple slideshow switching still images at a preset interval.
The playback interval is adjustable in [Interval] and you can
thoroughly enjoy your images.
Nostalgic
Stylish
Active
A moody slideshow reproducing the atmosphere of a movie scene.
A stylish slideshow proceeding at a middle tempo.
A high-tempo slideshow suitable for active scenes.
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Music
Specifies the music to be played during slideshows. You can select more than one background
music track. Press V on the control button to display the volume control screen, then press v/V
to adjust the volume.
Mute
Does not use BGM.
Music1
Music2
Music3
Music4
The default setting for a [Simple] slideshow.
The default setting for a [Nostalgic] slideshow.
The default setting for a [Stylish] slideshow.
The default setting for a [Active] slideshow.
Interval
Sets the screen switching interval. The setting is fixed to [Auto] when [Simple] is not selected as
the [Effects].
1 sec
3 sec
5 sec
10 sec
Auto
Sets the display interval of images for a [Simple] slideshow.
The interval is set to suit the selected [Effects] item.
Repeat
Turns slideshow repeat on or off.
On
Off
Plays back images in a continuous loop.
After all the images have been played back, the slideshow ends.
zSelecting background music
You can transfer a desired music file from your CDs or MP3 files to the camera to play back
during slideshow. To transfer music, install the “Music Transfer” software (supplied) to
• You can record up to four pieces of music on the camera (The 4 preset pieces (Music1 – Music4)
can be replaced with the ones you transferred).
• A maximum length of each music file for music playback of the camera is about 5 minutes.
• If you cannot play back a music file due to damage or other malfunctions of the file, execute
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Date List
This feature selects the date to be played back when using Date View.
Step 2 is unnecessary when [Date View] is already set.
1 Press the
(Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
2 MENU t
(View Mode) t
(Date View) t z on the control
button
3 MENU t
(Date List) t z
4 Select the date you want to display t z.
Note
• This item is not displayed when the internal memory is used to record images.
zOn the Date List screen
• Select the month you want to display with
/
.
• To exit from Date List, select
with the control button, then
press z.
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Event List
This feature selects the event group to be played back when using Event View.
You can enter a desired event name for each group using the “PMB” software (supplied). For
details on entering the event name, see the “PMB Guide”.
Step 2 is unnecessary when [Event View] is already set.
1 Press the
(Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
2 MENU t
(View Mode) t
(Event View) t z on the control
button
3 MENU t
(Event List) t z
4 Select the event group you want to display t z.
Note
• This item is not displayed when the internal memory is used to record images.
zOn the Event List screen
• The month indicator on the right of the screen displays the event
month located at the top of the screen. Select the event month you
want to display with
/
.
• To exit from Event List, select
with the control button, then
press z.
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View Mode
Allows you to select the display format for viewing multiple images.
1 Press the
(Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
2 MENU t
(View Mode) t desired mode t z on the control button
(Date View)
Displays images by the date.
Select [Date List] from the Menu to select a specific date with a
calendar display.
(Event View) Analyzes the dates shots and frequency, automatically organizes
the images into groups and displays them.
Select [Event List] from the Menu to select the event group to view.
(Favorites)
Displays images registered as Favorites.
Select the number of the Favorites you
want to display.
(Folder View) Images are displayed, organized by folders.
When a recording folder is already created, select [Select Folder]
from the Menu to select a folder to view.
Notes
• When using the internal memory, the view mode is set to [Folder View].
• When images recorded with other cameras cannot be played back on this camera, view the images in
[Folder View].
zViewing images taken with a different camera
The following message is displayed if you plug into this camera a “Memory Stick Duo”
media containing both images taken with this camera and images taken with another
camera.
“Playback only registered images”/“Playback all images with folder view”
If you select “Playback only registered images”, images are played in the selected View
Mode. Some images taken with other cameras may not be played at this time.
If you select “Playback all images with folder view”, the camera switches to Folder View
and plays all images.
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zOn [Event View]
[Event View] is the function that the camera analyzes the dates shots and frequency,
automatically organizes the images into groups and displays them. You can give convenient
names to each event when using the supplied “PMB” software.
Pet shots
Travel shots
Wedding ceremony shots
Event
Event
Event
Passage of
time
Pet
* No photo taken
Travel
Wedding
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Filter by Faces
This feature filters images and displays them.
1 Press the
(Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
2 MENU t
(Filter by Faces) t desired mode t z on the control
button
(Off)
Images are not filtered.
(All people)
(Children)
(Infants)
(Smiles)
Images are filtered according to specified conditions and then
displayed.
Notes
• This item is not displayed when the internal memory is used to record images.
• When the View Mode is set to [Folder View], you cannot use the Filter by Faces function.
• Sometimes images are mistakenly displayed or hidden.
• Sometimes filtering cannot be performed with images shot using other cameras.
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Add / Remove Favorites
Select your favorite images and add/remove them from groups as Favorites.
The
mark is displayed for registered images.
1 Press the
(Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
2 MENU t
(Add / Remove Favorites) t desired mode t z on the
control button
3 Select the Favorites group number t z.
4 MENU t [OK] t z
(This Image)
Registers or removes the currently displayed image to/from
Favorites.
(Multiple
Images)
Allows you to select and register/remove multiple images to/from
Favorites.
Do as the following after step 3.
1Select an image then press z.
Repeat the above steps until there are no more images to be
added/removed. Select an image with a
mark.
mark to release the
2MENU t [OK] t z
(Add All in Date Registers all images in the selected date range or event group to
Range) Favorites at once in index mode.
(Add All in
Event)
(Remove All in Removes all images from Favorites at once in index mode.
Date Range)
(Remove All in
Event)
(Remove All in
Favorites)
Notes
• This item is not displayed when the internal memory is used to record images.
• When the View Mode is set to [Folder View], you cannot add or remove images as Favorites.
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Retouch
Adds effects or makes corrections to a recorded image and records it as a new file.
The original image is retained.
1 Press the
(Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
2 MENU t
(Retouch) t desired mode t z on the control button
3 Perform retouching according to the operation method in each mode.
(Trimming)
Records the zoomed playback
image.
1 Press the button (T) to zoom in
and press W to zoom out.
2 Set the zoom point with the control
button.
3 MENU t select an image size to
save t z
4 [OK] t z
• The quality of trimmed images may
deteriorate.
• The image size that you can trim
may vary depending on the image.
(Red Eye
Correction)
Corrects the red-eye phenomenon
caused by flash.
1 Select [OK] with the control
button t z.
• You may not be able to correct the
red-eye phenomenon depending on
the image.
(Unsharp
masking)
Sharpens the image within a
chosen frame.
1 Select the area (frame) of the
desired image to retouch with the
control button t MENU.
2 [OK] t z
• Depending on the image, sufficient
correction may not be applied and
the image quality may deteriorate.
(Soft Focus)
Blurs the periphery around a
chosen point to signalize a
subject.
1 Select the center point of the
desired image to retouch with the
control button t MENU.
2 Select the level of retouch t z.
3 Adjust the desired range to retouch
with the W/T (zoom) button t
[OK] t z.
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Continued r
(Partial Color) Surrounds a chosen point in
monochrome to signalize a
subject.
1 Select the center point of the
desired image to retouch with the
control button t MENU.
2 Adjust the desired range to retouch
with the W/T (zoom) button t
[OK] t z.
(Fisheye
Lens)
Applies a fisheye effect around a
chosen point.
1 Select the center point of the
desired image to retouch with the
control button t MENU.
2 Select the level of retouch t z.
3 [OK] t z
(Cross Filter) Adds starburst effects to light
sources.
1 Select the level of retouch with the
control button t z.
2 Adjust the desired length to retouch
with the W/T (zoom) button t
[OK] t z.
(Radial Blur)
Decides the center point for
expressing movement in the still
image.
1 Select the center point of the
desired image to retouch with the
control button t MENU.
2 Adjust the desired range to retouch
with the W/T (zoom) button t
[OK] t z.
(Retro)
Softens the image by blurring the
focus and lowering the
surrounding light so that it appears
as if it was taken by an old camera.
1 Select the level of retouch with the
control button t z.
2 Adjust the desired range to retouch
with the W/T (zoom) button t
[OK] t z.
(Happy Faces) This feature puts a smile on a
person’s face.
1 Select the level of retouch with the
control button t z.
2 [OK] t z
• Retouching may not be possible
depending on the image.
Note
• Movies cannot be retouched.
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Multi-Purpose Resize
You can change the aspect ratio and size of the shooting images, then record them as the new
files.
You can convert images to the 16:9 aspect ratio for high definition viewing and to the VGA size
for blog or e-mail attachments.
1 Press the
(Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
2 MENU t
(Multi-Purpose Resize) t desired mode t z on the
control button
3 Zoom to the range you want to trim with the W/T (zoom) button.
4 Specify the area you want to trim with the control button.
5 MENU t [OK] t z
(HDTV)
Changes the aspect ratio from 4:3/
3:2 to 16:9 and saves as 2M size.
(Blog/E-mail) Changes the aspect ratio from
16:9/3:2 to 4:3 and saves as VGA
size.
Notes
• You cannot resize movies.
• Images shot in VGA size cannot be resized to [HDTV] size.
• Enlarging the image and multi resizing can reduce the image quality.
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Delete
Allows you to select unwanted images for deletion. You can also delete images using the
1 Press the
(Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
2 MENU t (Delete) t desired mode t z on the control button
3 [OK] t z
(This Image)
Deletes the currently displayed image in single-image mode.
(Multiple Images) You can select and delete multiple images.
Do as the following after step 2.
1Select an image then press z.
Repeat the above steps until there are no more images to be
deleted. Select an image with a
mark to release the
mark.
2MENU t [OK] t z
(All in This
Folder)
(All in Date
Range)
(All in Event)
Deletes all images in the selected folder, date range or event group
at once.
Notes
• When the mode dial is set to
[Delete All Images].
(Easy Shooting), you can select between [Delete Single Image] or
• When the View Mode is set to [Favorites], you cannot delete images.
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Protect
Protects recorded images against accidental erasure.
The
mark is displayed for registered images.
1 Press the
(Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
2 MENU t
(Protect) t desired mode t z on the control button
(This Image)
(Multiple
Images)
Protects the currently displayed image in single-image mode.
You can select and protect multiple images.
Do as the following after step 2.
1Select an image then press z.
Repeat the above steps until there are no more images to be
protected. Select an image with a
mark.
mark to release the
2MENU t [OK] t z
zTo cancel the protection
Select the image for which you want to cancel protection, and unlock it by pressing z on
the control button as the same procedure to protect it.
The
indicator disappears, and the protection is released.
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DPOF
DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is a function that allows you to specify the images of
“Memory Stick Duo” media that you want to print out later.
The
(Print order) mark is displayed for registered images.
1 Press the
(Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
2 MENU t
t desired mode t z on the control button
(This Image)
Orders printing the currently displayed image in single-image
mode.
(Multiple
Images)
You can select and order printing multiple images.
Do as the following after step 2.
1Select an image then press z.
Repeat the above steps until there are no more images to be
printed. Select an image with a
mark to release the
mark.
2MENU t [OK] t z
Notes
• The
• You can add a
(Print order) mark cannot be added to movies or to images in the internal memory.
(Print order) mark to a maximum 999 images.
zClearing the DPOF mark
Select the image to clear the DPOF registration, then press z on the control button in the
same procedure as when making a DPOF mark.
The
mark disappears and the DPOF registration is cleared.
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Select Folder
When multiple folders are created in “Memory Stick Duo” media, this selects the folder
containing the image you want to play back.
Step 2 is unnecessary when [Folder View] is already set.
1 Press the
(Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
2 MENU t
(View Mode) t
(Folder View) t z on the control
button
3 MENU t
(Select Folder) t z
4 Select the folder with b/B.
5 [OK] t z
Note
• This item is not displayed when the internal memory is used to record images.
zViewing images across multiple folders
When multiple folders are created, the following indicators appear on the first and last
images in the folder.
: Moves to the previous folder
: Moves to the next folder
: Moves to either the previous or next folders
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Rotate
Rotates a still image. Use this to display a horizontal orientation image in vertical orientation.
1 Press the
(Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
2 MENU t
(Rotate) t z on the control button
3 Rotate the image with [ / ] t b/B.
4 [OK] t z
Notes
• You cannot rotate movies or protected still images.
• 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.
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AF Illuminator
The AF illuminator supplies fill light to focus more easily on a subject in dark surroundings.
The AF illuminator emits red light allowing the camera to focus easily when the shutter button is
pressed halfway, until the focus is locked. The
indicator appears at this time.
1 Set the camera to shooting mode.
2 MENU t
(Settings) t
(Shooting Settings) t [AF Illuminator] t
desired mode t z on the control button
Auto
Off
Uses the AF illuminator.
Does not use AF illuminator.
Notes
• Focus is achieved as long as the AF illuminator light reaches the subject, regardless of whether light fails
to reach the center of the subject.
• You cannot use the AF illuminator when:
– [Focus] is set to Semi-manual mode.
– [Conversion Lens] is set to a mode other than [Off].
–
(Landscape) mode, (Twilight) mode or (Fireworks) mode is selected in the Scene Selection
mode.
• When you use AF illuminator, the normal AF range finder frame is disabled and a new AF range finder
frame is displayed by a dotted line. AF operates with priority on subjects located near the center of the
frame.
• The AF illuminator emits very bright light. Although there is no health hazard, do not look directly into
the AF illuminator emitter at close range.
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Grid Line
With reference to the grid lines, you can easily set a subject in a horizontal/vertical position.
1 Set the camera to shooting mode.
2 MENU t
(Settings) t
(Shooting Settings) t [Grid Line] t
desired mode t z on the control button
On
Off
Displays the grid lines. The grid lines are not recorded.
Does not display the grid lines.
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Digital Zoom
Selects the digital zoom mode. The camera enlarges the image using optical zoom (up to 5×).
When the zoom scale is exceeded, the camera uses either smart or precision digital zoom.
1 Set the camera to shooting mode.
2 MENU t
(Settings) t
(Shooting Settings) t [Digital Zoom] t
desired mode t z on the control button
Smart (
)
Enlarges the image digitally within the range where the image will
not be distorted, according to the image size (Smart zoom).
Precision (
)
Enlarges all image sizes by the total zoom scale of approximately
10×, including the optical zoom 5×. However, note that the picture
quality deteriorates when the optical zoom scale is exceeded
(Precision digital zoom).
Off
Does not use the digital zoom.
Notes
• The digital zoom function does not operate when recording movies or while the Smile Shutter function is
activated.
• The smart zoom is not available when the image size is set to [12M], [3:2(11M)] or [16:9(9M)].
• The Face Detection function does not work when using the digital zoom.
Total zoom scale when using Smart zoom
(including optical zoom 5×)
The supported zoom ratio differs depending on the image size.
Size
8M
Total zoom scale
Approx. 6.1×
Approx. 7.7×
Approx. 9.8×
Approx. 31×
5M
3M
VGA
16:9(2M)
Approx. 10×
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Conversion Lens
Sets for achieving appropriate focus when attaching a conversion lens (sold separately). Attach
the lens adaptor (sold separately), then attach a conversion lens.
1 Set the camera to shooting mode.
2 MENU t
(Settings) t
(Shooting Settings) t [Conversion Lens]
t desired mode t z on the control button
Tele (
Wide (
Off
)
Attaches a tele conversion lens.
Attaches a wide conversion lens.
Does not attach a lens.
)
Notes
• When using the built-in flash, the flash light may be blocked, causing the shadow to appear.
• A reflected image of the lens may appear in images due to reflection between this lens and the conversion
lens.
• The macro setting is fixed to [Auto].
• The available zoom area is limited.
• The available focusing area is limited.
• AF illuminator does not emit light.
• You cannot select Semi-manual.
• If you shoot images with a tele conversion lens, the camera may also focus on close subjects in
(Landscape) mode and (Twilight) mode.
• If you shoot images with a conversion lens, you may not be able to record images in (Fireworks) mode
with its optimal effect.
• Refer also to the operating instructions supplied with your conversion lens.
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Auto Orientation
When the camera is rotated to shoot a portrait (vertical) image, the camera records its position
change and displays the image in the portrait position.
1 Set the camera to shooting mode.
2 MENU t
(Settings) t
(Shooting Settings) t [Auto Orientation]
t desired mode t z on the control button
On
Off
Records the image with the correct orientation.
Does not use Auto Orientation.
Notes
• Black is displayed to the left and right of vertical orientation images.
• Depending on the shooting angle of the camera, the orientation of the image may not be recorded
correctly.
• You cannot use Auto Orientation when
Movie Mode.
(Underwater) mode is selected in the Scene Selection or in
zRotating images after recording
• If the orientation of an image is incorrect, you can use the [Rotate] on the Menu screen to display
the image in portrait position.
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Auto Review
Displays the recorded image on the screen for approximately two seconds immediately after
shooting a still image.
1 Set the camera to shooting mode.
2 MENU t
(Settings) t
(Shooting Settings) t [Auto Review] t
desired mode t z on the control button
On
Off
Uses the Auto Review.
Does not use Auto Review.
zShooting another image without delay
• When you press the shutter button halfway down, the display of the recorded image disappears and
you can shoot another image immediately, even if Auto Review is set to [On].
zContinuing to view an Auto Review image
• When you keep the shutter button pressed down after shooting, the Auto Review image remains
displayed for as long as the shutter button remains pressed down.
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Beep
Selects or turns off the sound produced when you operate the camera.
1 MENU t
(Settings) t
(Main Settings) t [Beep] t desired
mode t z on the control button
Shutter
High
Turns on the shutter sound when you press the shutter button.
Turns on the beep/shutter sound when you press the control/shutter
button.
Low
Off
If you want to lower the volume, select [Low].
Turns off the beep/shutter sound.
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Demo Mode
You can set whether to use a demonstration of the Smile Shutter and Scene Recognition.
When there is no need to view a demonstration, set to [Off].
1 MENU t
(Settings) t
(Main Settings) t [Demo Mode] t
desired mode t z on the control button
2 Set the mode dial to
(Intelligent Auto Adjustment).
On
Off
Demonstrates the Scene Recognition and Smile Shutter mode.
Does not perform a demonstration.
View a demonstration of Scene Recognition
1 Point the camera at the subject.
When Scene Recognition is performed, the icon and a description of the recognized scene
appear on the screen.
2 Press the shutter button.
The image is recorded as a normal shooting.
View a demonstration of Smile Shutter
1 Press
(Smile) button.
2 Point the camera at the subject.
The camera automatically operates the shutter when a smiling face is detected, but no image
is recorded.
3 Press
(Smile) button again to exit the demo mode.
Notes
• [Auto Review] is fixed to [On].
• [REC Mode] is fixed to [Normal].
• When demonstrating Scene Recognition mode, the Scene Recognition setting is fixed to [Auto].
• Although you can release the shutter in Smile Shutter demo mode, no image is recorded.
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COMPONENT
Selects the video signal output type from SD and HD(1080i) when you connect the camera and
TV using an HD Output Adaptor Cable (sold separately), according to the TV connected. Use a
Type2b-compliant HD Output Adaptor Cable.
1 MENU t
(Settings) t
(Main Settings) t [COMPONENT] t
desired mode t z on the control button
HD(1080i)
SD
Select this item to connect the camera to a 1080i-capable High
Definition TV.
Select this item to connect the camera to a TV that is not
compatible with an HD(1080i) signal.
Note
• When shooting movies in the condition with the camera and a TV connected using an HD Output
Adaptor Cable (sold separately), the image being shot is not displayed in the TV side.
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Video Out
Sets the video signal output according to the TV color system of the connected video equipment.
The TV color systems differ depending on the country and region.
To view images on a TV screen, check the TV color system of the country or region of use
1 MENU t
(Settings) t
(Main Settings) t [Video Out] t desired
mode t z on the control button
NTSC
PAL
Sets the video output signal to NTSC mode (e.g., for the USA,
Japan).
Sets the video output signal to PAL mode (e.g., for Europe, China).
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Wide Zoom Display
During playback on High Definition TV, still images at a 4:3 and 3:2 aspect ratio are played at a
16:9 aspect ratio. In this case the top and bottom of the image will be slightly cropped.
Camera LCD screen
display
TV screen with Wide Zoom
Display
1 MENU t
(Settings) t
(Main Settings) t [Wide Zoom Display]
t desired mode t z on the control button
On
Off
Plays at a 16:9 aspect ratio.
Does not use Wide Zoom Display.
Notes
• Wide Zoom Display is not available for movies, 16:9 images and portrait (vertical) images.
• The image displayed on the LCD screen of the camera does not change.
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USB Connect
Selects the USB mode when connecting the camera to a computer or a PictBridge compliant
printer using the cable for multi-use terminal.
1 MENU t
(Settings) t
(Main Settings) t [USB Connect] t
desired mode t z on the control button
Auto
The camera recognizes automatically and sets up communication
with a computer or PictBridge compliant printer.
PictBridge
PTP/MTP
Connects the camera to a PictBridge compliant printer.
When you connect the camera to a computer, the AutoPlay Wizard
appears, and the still images in the recording folder on the camera
are imported to the computer. (with Windows Vista/XP,
Mac OS X)
Mass Storage
Establishes a Mass Storage connection between the camera and a
computer or other USB device.
Notes
• If you cannot connect the camera to a PictBridge compliant printer with the [Auto] setting, select
[PictBridge].
• If you cannot connect the camera to a computer or a USB device with the [Auto] setting, select [Mass
Storage].
• When [USB Connect] is set to [PTP/MTP], you cannot export movies to a computer. To export movies to
a computer, set [USB Connect] to [Auto] or [Mass Storage].
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Download Music
You can use “Music Transfer” in the CD-ROM (supplied) to change background music tracks.
1 MENU t
(Settings) t
(Main Settings) t [Download Music] t
[OK] t z on the control button
The message “Connect to PC” appears.
2 Make a USB connection between the camera and a computer, then start
“Music Transfer”.
3 Follow the instructions on the screen to change music files.
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Format Music
You can delete all the background music files stored in the camera. It can be used in cases such
as when the background music files are damaged and cannot be played.
1 MENU t
(Settings) t
(Main Settings) t [Format Music] t [OK]
t z on the control button
zRestoring the music preset at the factory to the
camera
You can use “Music Transfer” in the CD-ROM (supplied) to reset music files to the preset
ones.
1Make a USB connection between the camera and a computer.
2Start “Music Transfer”, then restore the default music.
• For details on using “Music Transfer”, see the help in “Music Transfer”.
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Format
Formats the “Memory Stick Duo” media or the internal memory. A commercially available
“Memory Stick Duo” media is already formatted, and can be used immediately.
1 MENU t
(Settings) t
(“Memory Stick” Tool) or
(Internal
Memory Tool) t [Format] t [OK] t z on the control button
Note
• Note that formatting permanently erases all data including even protected images.
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Create REC.Folder
Creates a folder in “Memory Stick Duo” media for recording images.
Images are recorded in the newly created folder until you create another folder or select another
recording folder.
1 MENU t
(Settings) t
(“Memory Stick” Tool) t [Create
REC.Folder] t [OK] t z on the control button
Notes
• This item is not displayed when the internal memory is used to record images.
• When you insert a “Memory Stick Duo” media that was used with other equipment into the camera and
shoot images, a new folder may be automatically created.
• Up to 4,000 images can be stored in one folder. When the folder capacity is exceeded, a new folder is
automatically created.
zOn the folders
• After a new folder is created, you can change the storage destination folder (page 95) and select the
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Change REC.Folder
Changes the folder in “Memory Stick Duo” media that is currently used for recording images.
1 MENU t
(Settings) t
(“Memory Stick” Tool) t [Change
REC.Folder]
2 Select a folder with b/B on the control button.
3 [OK] t z
Notes
• This item is not displayed when the internal memory is used to record images.
• The following folder cannot be selected as a recording folder.
– “100” folder
– A folder with a number that has only either “sssMSDCF” or “sssMNV01”.
• You cannot move recorded images to another folder.
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Delete REC.Folder
Deletes a folder for recording images in “Memory Stick Duo” media.
1 MENU t
(Settings) t
(“Memory Stick” Tool) t [Delete
REC.Folder]
2 Select a folder with b/B on the control button.
3 [OK] t z
Notes
• This item is not displayed when the internal memory is used to record images.
• If you delete the folder set as the recording folder using [Delete REC.Folder], the folder that has the
largest folder number is selected as the next recording folder.
• You can delete only empty folders. If a folder contains images, or files that cannot be played back by the
camera, first delete these images and files, and then delete the folder.
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Copy
Copies all images in the internal memory to a “Memory Stick Duo” media.
1 Insert a “Memory Stick Duo” media with sufficient free capacity into the
camera.
2 MENU t
(Settings) t
(“Memory Stick” Tool) t [Copy] t [OK]
t z on the control button
Notes
• Use a fully charged battery pack. If you attempt to copy image files using a battery pack with little
remaining charge, the battery pack may run out, causing copying to fail or possibly corrupting the data.
• Images cannot be copied individually.
• 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” media after copying, then format the internal memory
([Format] in [Internal Memory Tool]).
• A new folder is created on the “Memory Stick Duo” media and all the data will be copied to it. You
cannot choose a specific folder and copy images to it.
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File Number
Selects the method used to assign file numbers to images.
1 MENU t
(Settings) t
(“Memory Stick” Tool) or
(Internal
Memory Tool) t [File Number] t desired mode t z on the control
button
Series
Reset
Assigns numbers to files in sequence even if the recording folder or
the “Memory Stick Duo” media is changed. (When the replaced
“Memory Stick Duo” media 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.)
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Area Setting
Adjusts the time to the local time of a selected area.
1 MENU t
(Settings) t
(Clock Settings) t [Area Setting] t
desired setting t z on the control button
Home
You use the camera in your area.
When the currently set area differs from your home area, you must
make the Area Setting.
Destination
You use the camera set to the time at your destination.
Set the destination area.
zChanging Area Setting
Setting a frequently visited destination lets you easily adjust the time when you visit that
destination.
Daylight Saving icon
If [Daylight Savings] is set to
[On], the icon turns white.
1Select the area part for [Destination], then press z on the control button.
2Select an area with b/B on the control button, and select Daylight Savings time with
v/V.
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Date & Time Setting
Sets the date and time again.
1 MENU t
(Settings) t
(Clock Settings) t [Date & Time Setting]
t desired setting t z on the control button
Date & Time Format You can select the date and time display format.
Daylight Savings
Date & Time
You can select Daylight Savings On/Off.
You can set the date and time.
Note
• The camera does not have a feature for superimposing dates on images. By using “PMB” in the CD-
ROM (supplied), you can print or save images with the date.
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Viewing images on a TV
You can view images on a TV by connecting the camera to a TV.
The connection varies according to the type of TV the camera is connected to.
Refer also to the operating instructions supplied with the TV.
Viewing images by connecting the camera to a TV
with the supplied cable for multi-use terminal
1 Turn off both the camera and the TV.
2 Connect the camera to the TV with the cable for multi-use terminal
(supplied).
1 To audio/video input jacks
VIDEO AUDIO
Yellow
Red
White
(Playback) button
Cable for multi-use
terminal (supplied)
2 To the multi connector
3 Turn on the TV and set the input.
4 Press
(Playback) button to turn on the camera.
Images shot with the camera appear on the TV. Select the desired image with the control
button.
Note
• When using the camera abroad, it may be necessary to switch the video signal output to match that of
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Viewing an image by connecting the camera to an
HD TV
You can view an image recorded on the camera by connecting the camera to an HD (High
Definition) TV with the HD Output Adaptor Cable (sold separately). Use a Type2b-compliant
HD Output Adaptor Cable.
1 Turn off both the camera and the TV.
2 Connect the camera to an HD (High Definition) TV with a HD Output
Adaptor Cable (sold separately).
COMPONENT
VIDEO IN
1 To audio/video input jacks
AUDIO
Green/Blue/Red
White/Red
(Playback) button
HD Output Adaptor Cable
(sold separately)
2 To the multi connector
3 Turn on the TV and set the input.
4 Press (Playback) button to turn on the camera.
Images shot with the camera appear on the TV. Select the desired image with the control
button.
Notes
• When shooting movies in the condition with the camera and a TV connected using an HD Output
Adaptor Cable (sold separately), the image being shot is not displayed in the TV side.
• Images shot in [VGA] image size cannot be played back in HD format.
• When using the camera abroad, it may be necessary to switch the video signal output to match that of
zViewing images shot with an image size other than
16:9 (
,
) full screen on an HD (High
Definition) TV
• When you select [Multi-Purpose Resize] in the viewing menu, the aspect ratio can be converted to
16:9 and saved as a new file for viewing on an HD (High Definition) TV.
• You can play back an image with a 16:9 aspect ratio using [Wide Zoom Display] in the viewing
menu.
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Continued r
zOn “PhotoTV HD”
This camera is compatible with the “PhotoTV HD” standard.
By connecting Sony PhotoTV HD-compatible devices using an HD Output Adaptor Cable
(sold separately), whole new world of photos can be comfortably enjoyed in breathtaking
Full HD quality.
• PhotoTV HD allows for a highly-detailed, photo-like expression of subtle textures and colors.
• The settings are also required to be made on the TV. For details, refer to the operating instruction of
the TV.
On TV color systems
If you want to view images on a TV screen, you need a TV with a video input jack and the cable
for multi-use terminal. The color system of the TV must match that of the digital still camera.
Check the following lists for the TV color system of the country or region where 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, Russia, Ukraine, etc.
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Enjoying your Windows
computer
For details on using a Macintosh computer, refer to “Using your
Install the software (supplied) first (page 106)
• Installing the software as follows:
– “PMB”
– “Music Transfer”
Connecting the camera to your computer
• Enjoying images using “PMB” and “Music Transfer” as follows:
– Importing images to your computer
– Exporting images to the camera
– Entering the desired event name to [Event List] on the camera
– Editing images
– Displaying the shooting locations of still images on maps online (this
requires an Internet connection)
– Creating a disc with the images shot (this requires CD or DVD disc
writing drive)
– Printing or saving still images with the date
– Uploading images to a media service (this requires an Internet
connection)
– Adding/changing Music for slideshow (using “Music Transfer”)
Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can
be found at the Sony Customer Support Website.
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Recommended computer environment
OS (pre-installed)
Others
For using “PMB”
and “Music
Transfer”
Microsoft Windows XP*1 CPU: Intel Pentium III 800 MHz or
SP3/Windows Vista SP1*2 faster (For playing/editing the High
Definition movies: Intel Pentium 4
2.8 GHz or faster/ Intel Pentium D
2.8 GHz or faster/ Intel Core Duo
1.66 GHz or faster/ Intel Core 2 Duo
1.20 GHz or faster)
Memory: 512 MB or more (For playing/
editing the High Definition movies: 1 GB
or more)
Hard Disk: Disk space required for
installation—approximately 500 MB
Display: Screen resolution: 1,024 × 768
dots or more
Video memory: 32 MB or more
(Recommended: 64 MB or more)
For importing
images
Microsoft Windows 2000 USB jack: Provided as standard
Professional SP4,
Windows XP*1 SP3/
Windows Vista SP1*2
*1 64-bit editions and Starter (Edition) are not supported.
*2 Starter (Edition) is not supported.
Notes
• The computer environment must also satisfy the operating requirements of the OS.
• Operation is not assured in an environment based on an upgrade of the operating systems described
above or in a multi-boot environment.
• Operations are not guaranteed for all the recommended computer environments mentioned above.
• If you connect two or more USB devices to a single computer at the same time, some devices, including
the camera, may not operate, depending on the types of USB devices you are using.
• Operations are not guaranteed when using a USB hub.
• Connecting the camera using a USB interface that is compatible with Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0
compliant) allows advanced transfer (high speed transfer) as the camera is compatible with Hi-Speed
USB (USB 2.0 compliant).
• There are four modes for a USB connection when connecting a computer, [Auto] (default setting), [Mass
Storage], [PictBridge] and [PTP/MTP] modes. This section describes the [Auto] and [Mass Storage] as
• When your computer resumes from a suspend or sleep mode, communication between the camera and
your computer may not recover at the same time.
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Installing the software (supplied)
You can install the supplied software (PMB, Music Transfer) using the following procedure.
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 [Computer] (in Windows XP, [My Computer]) t
(SONYPICTUTIL).
• If the AutoPlay screen appears, select “Run Install.exe” and follow the instructions that appear on the
screen to proceed with the installation.
2 Click [Install].
The “Choose Setup Language” screen appears.
3 Select the desired language, then click [Next].
The “License Agreement” screen appears.
4 Read the license agreement carefully. If you agree, click the radio button
(
changes to ) then [Next].
5 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 may be installed depending on the system environment of your computer.
6 Remove the CD-ROM after the installation is complete.
The short cut icons for “
PMB” and “
PMB Guide” are created on the desktop.
Double-click these icons to start the software.
Note
• Log on as Administrator.
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On “PMB (Picture Motion
Browser)” (supplied)
You can use still images and movies from the camera more than ever by taking advantage of the
software. This section summarizes the “PMB”. For details, see the “PMB Guide”.
“PMB” overview
With the “PMB”:
• You can import images shot with the camera to the computer and display them on the computer.
• You can export images in your computer to a “Memory Stick Duo” media, and display them on the
camera.
• You can enter the desired event name to [Event List] in the camera, and display them on the camera.
• You can organize images on the computer on a calendar by shooting date to view them.
• You can retouch (Red Eye Correction, etc.), search for faces, print, send still images as e-mail
attachments, and change the shooting date.
• You can display information on the positions where you shot the images on a map. (This requires an
Internet connection.)
• You can print or save the still images with the date.
• You can create a data disc using a CD burner drive or DVD burner drive.
• You can upload the image to a media service. (This requires an Internet connection.)
Starting the “PMB Guide”
1 Double-click the
(PMB Guide) icon on the desktop.
To access “PMB Guide” from the Start menu, click [Start] t [All Programs] t [Sony Picture
Utility] t [Help] t [PMB Guide].
Starting and exiting the “PMB”
1 Double-click the (PMB) icon on the desktop.
Or, from the Start menu: Click [Start] t [All Programs] t [Sony Picture Utility] t [PMB].
The confirmation message of the Information tool appears on the screen when starting the
“PMB” for the first time. Select [Start].
• This function informs you of news, such as software updates. You can change the setting later.
2 Click the button on the top right corner of the screen to exit the “PMB.”
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Enjoying images on your
computer
For details on the “PMB” functions, see the “PMB Guide”.
Connecting the camera to the computer
When importing images from the internal memory, step 1 is unnecessary.
1 Insert a “Memory Stick Duo” media with recorded images into the camera.
2 Insert the sufficiently charged battery pack into the camera, or connect the
camera to a wall outlet (wall socket) with the AC Adaptor (sold separately)
and the USB/AV/DC IN cable for multi-use terminal (sold separately).
• Use a Type2b-compliant USB/AV/DC IN cable.
3 Turn on the computer, then press
(Playback) button.
4 Connect the camera to your computer.
“Connecting…” appears on the screen of the camera.
• When a USB connection is established for the first time, your computer automatically runs a program
to recognize the camera. Wait for a while.
1To a USB jack
2To the multi
connector
Cable for multi-use terminal
Notes
• When you import/export images from/to your computer using a battery pack with little remaining charge,
transferring may fail or image data may become corrupted if the battery pack shuts down too soon.
•
is displayed on the screen during the communication session. Do not operate the computer while the
indicator is displayed. When the indicator changes to , you can start using the computer again.
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Importing images to a computer
1 Make a USB connection between the camera and a computer.
The [Import Media Files] screen of “PMB” appears automatically.
• If the AutoPlay Wizard appears, close it.
2 Click the [Import] button to import images.
The computer starts importing images.
• By default, images are imported into a folder created in “Pictures” (in Windows XP, “My Pictures”)
that is named with the event name of [Event List].
3 View images on your computer.
When importing is complete, the “PMB” starts.
Thumbnails of the imported images are displayed.
• The “Pictures” (in Windows XP, “My Pictures”) folder is set
as the default folder in “Viewed folders”.
zViewing images using “PMB”
Organize images on the computer on a calendar by shooting date to
view them. For details on the “PMB”, see the “PMB Guide”.
Example: Month display
screen
Importing images to a computer without using “PMB”
When the AutoPlay Wizard appears in step 1, click [Open folder to view files] t [OK] t
[DCIM] t copy the desired images to the computer.
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Exporting images to view on the camera
You can export images in your computer to a “Memory Stick Duo” media, and view them on the
camera. This section describes the procedure for automatically selecting and exporting images
that have not been exported to “Memory Stick Duo” media in the camera.
The images can also be exported manually.
For details, see the “PMB Guide”.
1 Make a USB connection between the camera and a computer.
• If the AutoPlay Wizard appears, close it.
2 Double-click (PMB) on the desktop to start up “PMB”.
3 Click on the top of the screen.
The easy export screen appears.
4 Click [Export].
• When you play back exported images on this camera, the
mark is displayed on the LCD screen.
Notes
• You cannot play back some images depending on the image size.
• No guarantees are made for playing back, on this camera, files containing images which were processed
on a computer or images which were shot using other cameras.
• This method cannot be used to export movies. Movies should be exported to the camera manually.
Deleting the USB connection
Perform the procedures from step 1 to 3 below before:
• Disconnecting the cable for multi-use terminal.
• Removing a “Memory Stick Duo” media.
• Inserting a “Memory Stick Duo” media into the camera after copying images from the internal memory.
• Turning off the camera.
1 Double-click the disconnect icon on the
Windows Vista
tasktray.
2 Click (USB Mass Storage Device) t [Stop].
Windows XP
3 Confirm the device on the confirmation
window, then click [OK].
Disconnect icon
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Image file storage destinations and file names
The image files recorded with the camera are grouped
as folders on the “Memory Stick Duo” media or the
internal memory.
Example: viewing folders on
Windows Vista
AFolder containing image data recorded using a
camera not equipped with the folder creating
function.
BFolder containing still image data recorded using the
camera.
CFolder containing movie data recorded using the
camera.
Notes
• You cannot record any images to the “100MSDCF” or “100MNV01” folders. The images in these
folders are available only for viewing.
• You cannot record/play back any images of the “MISC” folder.
• Image files are named as follows:
– Still image files: DSC0ssss.JPG
– Movie files
1280×720: M4H0ssss.MP4
VGA: M4V0ssss.MP4
– Index image files that are recorded when you record movies
1280×720: M4H0ssss.THM
VGA: M4V0ssss.THM
ssss stands for any number within the range from 0001 to 9999. The numerical portions of the name of
a movie file recorded in Movie Mode and its corresponding index image file are the same.
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Using the “Music Transfer”
(supplied)
You can change the Music files that are preset at the factory to the desired Music files using
“Music Transfer” in the CD-ROM (supplied). You can also delete or add these files whenever
you want.
Changing Music using “Music Transfer”
The music formats you can transfer with “Music Transfer” are listed below:
• MP3 files stored on the hard disk drive of your computer
• Music on CDs
• Preset-music saved on the camera
1 MENU t
(Settings) t
(Main Settings) t [Download Music] t
[OK]
2 Press z on the control button.
The message “Connect to PC” appears.
3 Make a USB connection between the camera and your computer.
4 Start “Music Transfer”.
5 Follow the instructions on the screen to change music files.
zRestoring the music preset at the factory to the
camera
Execute [Restore defaults] in step 5.
All Music files return to the preset-music, and [Music] in the [Slideshow] menu is set to
[Off].
• You can reset the Music files to the preset ones using [Initialize] (page 85), however, other settings
will also be reset.
• For details on using “Music Transfer”, see the help in “Music Transfer”.
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Using your Macintosh computer
You can copy images to your Macintosh computer. “PMB” is not compatible with Macintosh
computers.
When images is exported to the “Memory Stick Duo” media, view them in the Folder View
Recommended computer environment
OS (pre-installed)
Others
For copying
images
Mac OS 9.1/9.2/
Mac OS X (v10.1 to v10.5)
USB jack: Provided as standard
For using “Music Mac OS X (v10.3 to v10.5) Memory: 64 MB or more (128 MB or
Transfer”
more is recommended)
Hard Disk: Disk space required for
installation—approximately 50 MB
Notes
• Operations are not guaranteed for all the recommended computer environments mentioned above.
• If you connect two or more USB devices to a single computer at the same time, some devices, including
the camera, may not operate depending on the types of USB devices you are using.
• Operations are not guaranteed when using a USB hub.
• Connecting the camera using a USB interface that is compatible with Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0
compliant) allows advanced transfer (high speed transfer) as the camera is compatible with Hi-Speed
USB (USB 2.0 compliant).
• There are four modes for a USB connection when connecting a computer, [Auto] (default setting), [Mass
Storage], [PictBridge] and [PTP/MTP] modes. This section describes the [Auto] and [Mass Storage] as
• When your computer resumes from the suspend or sleep mode, communication between the camera and
your computer may not recover at the same time.
Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can
be found at the Sony Customer Support Website.
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Importing and viewing images on a computer
When importing images from the internal memory, step 1 is unnecessary.
1 Insert a “Memory Stick Duo” media with recorded images into the camera.
2 Insert the sufficiently charged battery pack into the camera, or connect the
camera to a wall outlet (wall socket) with the AC Adaptor (sold separately)
and the USB/AV/DC IN cable for multi-use terminal (sold separately).
3 Turn on the Macintosh computer, then press the
(Playback) button on
the camera.
4 Connect the camera to your computer.
1To a USB jack
2To the multi
connector
Cable for multi-use terminal
5 Double-click the newly recognized icon t [DCIM] t the folder where the
images you want to import are stored.
6 Drag and drop the image files to the hard disk icon.
The image files are copied to the hard disk.
7 Double-click the hard disk icon t the desired image file in the folder
containing the copied files.
Note
• Use a Type2b-compliant USB/AV/DC IN cable (sold separately).
Deleting the USB connection
Drag and drop the drive icon or the icon of the “Memory Stick Duo” media to the “Trash” icon
beforehand when you perform the procedures listed below, or the camera is disconnected from
the computer.
• Disconnecting the cable for multi-use terminal.
• Removing a “Memory Stick Duo” media.
• Inserting a “Memory Stick Duo” media into the camera.
• Turning off the camera.
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Changing Music using “Music Transfer”
You can change the music files that are preset at the factory to the desired music files using
“Music Transfer” in the CD-ROM (supplied). You can also delete or add these files whenever
you want.
The music formats you can transfer with “Music Transfer” are listed below:
• MP3 files stored on the hard disk drive of your computer
• Music on CDs
• Preset-music saved on the camera
1 Turn on your Macintosh computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into
the CD-ROM drive.
2 Double-click
(SONYPICTUTIL).
3 Double-click the [MusicTransfer.pkg] file in [Mac] folder.
The installation of the software starts.
4 MENU t
(Settings) t
(Main Settings) t [Download Music] t
[OK]
5 Press z on the control button.
The message “Connect to PC” appears.
6 Make a USB connection between the camera and Macintosh computer.
7 Start “Music Transfer”.
8 Follow the instructions on the screen to change music files.
Notes
• Shut down all other application software before you install “Music Transfer”.
• For installation, you need to log on as Administrator.
zRestoring the music preset at the factory to the
camera
Execute [Restore defaults] in step 8.
All Music files return to the preset-music, and [Music] in the [Slideshow] menu is set to
[Off].
• You can reset the Music files to the preset ones using [Initialize] (page 85), however, other settings
will also be reset.
• For details on using “Music Transfer”, see the help in “Music Transfer”.
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Viewing “Cyber-shot Step-up
Guide”
“Cyber-shot Step-up Guide” further introduces how to use the camera and optional accessories.
Viewing on Windows
When you install “Cyber-shot Handbook”, “Cyber-shot Step-up Guide” is also installed.
1 Double-click
(Step-up Guide) on the desktop.
To access “Step-up Guide” from the Start menu, click [Start] t [All Programs] t [Sony
Picture Utility] t [Step-up Guide].
Viewing on Macintosh
1 Copy the [stepupguide] folder in the [stepupguide] folder to your
computer.
2 Select [stepupguide], [language] and then [GB] folder stored in the CD-
ROM (supplied), and copy all the files in the [GB] folder to the [img] folder
in the [stepupguide] folder that you copied to your computer in step 1.
(Overwrite the files in the [img] folder with the files from the [GB] folder.)
3 After copying is complete, double-click “stepupguide.hqx” in the
[stepupguide] folder to uncompress it, then double-click the generated file
“stepupguide”.
Note
• If an uncompress tool for HQX file is not installed, install the Stuffit Expander.
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Printing still images
You can print still images by the following methods.
Printing directly using a PictBridge compliant
printer (page 118)
You can print images by connecting the camera directly to a PictBridge
compliant printer.
Printing directly using a “Memory Stick” media
compliant printer
You can print images with a “Memory Stick” media compliant printer.
For details, see the operating instructions supplied with the printer.
Printing using a computer
You can import images to a computer using the supplied “PMB” software
and print the images.
You can insert the date on the image and print it. For details, see the “PMB
Guide”.
Printing at a shop (page 120)
You can take a “Memory Stick Duo” media containing images shot with
the camera to a photo printing service shop. You can make a
(Print
order) mark on the images which you want to print out in advance.
Note
• When you print images shot in [16:9] mode, both edges may be cut off.
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Printing images directly using a
PictBridge compliant printer
Even if you do not have a computer, you can print images shot using the camera by connecting
the camera directly to a PictBridge compliant printer.
“PictBridge” is based on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging
Products Association)
Note
• You cannot print movies.
Preparing the camera
Prepare the camera for USB connection to the printer, using the cable for multi-use terminal.
1 Insert the sufficiently charged battery pack into the camera.
2 Connect the camera to the printer.
1 To the USB jack
2 To the multi
connector
Cable for multi-use terminal
3 Turn on the printer.
indicator
After the connection is made, the
If the indicator flashes on the screen of the camera (error
notification), check the connected printer.
indicator appears on the screen.
Note
• If it was impossible to connect to the printer, be sure to set [USB Connect] under (Main Settings) to
[PictBridge].
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Printing
1 MENU t
(Print) t desired mode t z on the control button
2 [OK] t z
This Image
Prints the currently displayed image in single-image mode.
Multiple Images
You can select and print multiple images.
Do as following after step 2.
1Select an image then press z
.
Repeat the above steps until there are no more images to be
printed.
2MENU t [OK] t z
3 Desired item t [OK] t z
Quantity
Selects the number of copies of the specified image to be printed.
• The designated number of images may not all fit onto a single sheet
depending on the quantity of images.
Layout
Selects the number of images you want to print side by side on a
sheet.
Size
Date
Selects the size of the printing sheet.
Selects [Date] or [Day&Time] to insert the date and time on
images.
• When you choose [Date], the date will be inserted in the order you select
by [Date & Time Setting] of the camera. This function may not be
provided depending on the printer.
Note
• Do not disconnect the cable for multi-use terminal while the
appears on the screen.
(PictBridge Connecting) indicator
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Printing at a shop
You can take a “Memory Stick Duo” media containing images shot with the camera to a photo
printing service shop. As long as the shop supports photo printing services conforming to the
DPOF, you can make a
(Print order) mark on images in advance in viewing menu.
Notes
• You cannot print images stored in the internal memory at a print shop directly from the camera.
Copy the images to a “Memory Stick Duo” media, then take the “Memory Stick Duo” media to the print
shop (page 97).
• Consult your photo printing service shop as to what types of “Memory Stick Duo” media they handle.
• If a “Memory Stick Duo” media is not handled by your photo printing service shop, copy the images you
want to print out to another medium such as a CD-R and take it to the shop.
• The “Memory Stick Duo” media Adaptor (sold separately) may be necessary. Consult your photo
printing service shop.
• Before you take image data to a shop, always copy (back up) your data to a disk.
• You cannot set the number of prints.
• When you want to superimpose dates on images, consult your photo printing service shop.
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Troubleshooting
If you experience trouble with the camera, try the following solutions.
If a code such as “C/E:ss:ss” appears on the screen, see
page 131.
2 Remove the battery pack, wait for about one minute, re-insert
the battery pack, then turn on the power.
4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service
facility.
On repairing cameras with internal memory or Music files function included, data in the camera
may be checked on minimum necessity to verify and improve the malfunction symptoms. Sony
will not copy or save any of those data.
Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can
be found at our Customer Support Website.
Click one of the following items to jump to the page explaining the symptom and cause or the
appropriate corrective action.
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Battery pack and power
Cannot insert the battery pack.
• Insert the battery pack correctly by pushing the battery eject lever.
Cannot turn on the camera.
• After inserting the battery pack into the camera, it may take a few moments for the camera to power
up.
• Insert the battery pack correctly.
• The battery pack is discharged. Insert a charged battery pack.
• Use a recommended battery pack.
The power turns off suddenly.
• Depending on the camera and battery temperature, the power may turn off automatically to protect
the camera. In this case, a message is displayed on the LCD screen before the power turns off.
• If 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 battery pack. Turn on the camera again.
The remaining charge indicator is incorrect.
• The battery charge will quickly get used up and the actual remaining battery charge will be lower than
the indicator in the following cases:
– When you use the camera in an extremely hot or cold location.
– When you use the flash and zoom frequently.
– When you repeatedly turn the power on and off.
– When you set the screen brightness higher using DISP (screen display) settings.
• A discrepancy arose between the remaining charge indicator and the actual remaining battery charge.
Fully discharge the battery pack once, then charge it to correct the indication.
• The battery pack is discharged. Insert a charged battery pack.
Cannot charge the battery pack.
• You cannot charge the battery pack using the AC Adaptor (sold separately). Use the battery charger
to charge the battery.
The CHARGE lamp flashes while charging the battery.
• Remove and reinsert the battery pack, making sure it is installed correctly.
• The temperature may be inappropriate for charging. Try charging the battery pack again within the
proper charging temperature range (10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F)).
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Shooting still images/movies
Cannot record images.
• Check the free capacity of the internal memory or “Memory Stick Duo” media. If it is full, do one of
the following:
– Delete unnecessary images (page 34).
– Change the “Memory Stick Duo” media.
• You cannot record images while charging the flash.
• When shooting a still image, set the mode dial to other than
• Set the mode dial to (Movie Mode) when shooting movies.
(Movie Mode).
• Movies with the size set to [1280×720] can only be recorded on a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media.
When using recording media other than “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media, set the movie image size
to [VGA].
• The camera is in Smile Shutter demonstration mode. Set [Demo Mode] to [Off].
Smile Shutter function does not work.
• No image is shot if a smiling face is not detected.
• [Demo Mode] is set to [On]. Set [Demo Mode] to [Off] (page 86).
The subject is not visible on the screen.
• The camera is set to the playback mode. Press
(Playback) button to switch to the shooting mode.
appears on the display.
Anti-blur function does not work.
• The anti-blur function does not work when
• The anti-blur function may not work properly when shooting night scenes.
• Shoot after pressing the shutter button halfway down; do not press it fully down suddenly.
• Confirm that the [Conversion Lens] setting is correct (page 79).
Recording takes a long time.
• When the shutter speed becomes slower than a certain speed in low light conditions, the NR (Noise
Reduction) slow shutter function is activated automatically to reduce the image noise. Under such
conditions, recording takes a long time.
• The Anti Blink function is working. Reset [Anti Blink] to [Off] (page 55).
The image is out of focus.
• The subject is too close. When shooting, make sure to position the lens farther away from the subject
than the shortest shooting distance (approximately 10 cm (4 inches) (W)/50 cm (19 3/4 inches) (T)
from the lens).
•
(Twilight),
(Landscape) or (Fireworks) mode is selected in the Scene Selection when
shooting still images.
• The Semi-manual function is selected. Select the auto focus mode (page 46).
• Confirm that the [Conversion Lens] setting is correct (page 79).
Zoom does not work.
• You cannot use the Smart zoom depending on the image size (page 78).
• You cannot use the digital zoom when:
– Shooting movies.
– The Smile Shutter is working.
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Cannot select the Face Detection function.
• You can select Face Detection only when the focus mode is set to [Multi AF] and the metering mode
is set to [Multi].
The flash does not work.
• You cannot use the flash when:
–
(High Sensitivity), (Twilight) or (Fireworks) mode is selected in the Scene Selection.
– Shooting movies.
(Gourmet),
(Beach), (Snow) or
(Underwater) mode.
Fuzzy white circular spots appear in images shot using the flash.
• Particles (dust, pollen, etc.) in the air reflected the flash light and appeared in the image. This is not a
malfunction.
The close-up shoot function (Macro) does not work.
•
(Landscape), (Twilight) or (Fireworks) mode is selected in the Scene Selection.
• Macro mode is set to [Auto] when the camera is in Intelligent Auto Adjustment mode or in Movie
Mode.
Macro shooting cannot be turned off.
• There is no function for forcibly turning off macro shooting. In [Auto] mode, telephoto shooting is
possible even in the macro shooting condition.
The date and time are not displayed on the LCD screen.
• While shooting, the date and time are not displayed. They are displayed only during playback.
Cannot insert dates on images.
• This camera does not have a feature for superimposing dates on images. By using “PMB”, you can
print or save images with the date (page 107).
The F value and shutter speed flash when you press and hold the shutter button
halfway down.
The LCD screen is too dark or too bright.
The image is too dark.
• You are shooting a subject with a light source behind the subject. Select the metering mode (page 48)
or adjust the exposure (page 41).
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The image is too bright.
The image colors are not correct.
• Set [Color Mode] to [Normal] (page 58).
• Adjust the White Balance (page 43).
Vertical streaks appear when you are shooting a very bright subject.
• The smear phenomenon is occurring and white, black, red, purple, or other streaks appear on the
image. This phenomenon is not a malfunction.
Noise appears in the image when you view the screen in a dark place.
• The camera is attempting to increase the visibility of the screen by temporarily brightening the image
under conditions of low illumination. There is no effect on the recorded image.
The eyes of the subject come out red.
• Set [Red Eye Reduction] to [Auto] or [On] (page 56).
• Shoot the subject at a distance closer than the flash range using the flash.
• Light the room and shoot the subject.
using “PMB”.
Dots appear and remain on the screen.
• This is not a malfunction. These dots are not recorded.
Cannot shoot images in succession.
• The internal memory or “Memory Stick Duo” media is full. Delete unnecessary images (page 34).
• The battery level is low. Insert charged battery pack.
The same image is shot several times.
Viewing images
Cannot play back images.
• Press the
(Playback) button.
• The folder/file name has been changed on your computer.
• No guarantees are made for playing back, on this camera, files containing images which were
processed on a computer or images which were shot using other cameras.
• The camera is in USB mode. Delete the USB connection (page 110).
• You may not be able to play back some images stored on the “Memory Stick Duo” media shot using
• This is caused by copying images on your computer to the “Memory Stick Duo” media without using
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The date and time are not displayed.
• The screen display is set to display images only. Press the DISP (screen display) button to display
The image appears rough right after playback starts.
• This may happen due to image processing. This is not a malfunction.
Left and right sides of the screen are shown in black.
Cannot display images in index mode.
• The mode dial is set to
(Easy Shooting). Set the mode dial to other modes to play back images.
Cannot hear music during slideshow.
• Transfer music files to the camera with “Music Transfer” (page 112).
The image does not appear on the TV.
• Check [Video Out] to see if the video output signal of the camera is set to the color system of your TV
• Check whether the connection is correct (page 101).
• If the USB connector of the cable for multi-use terminal is connected to another device, disconnect it
• When shooting movies in the condition with the camera and a TV connected using an HD Output
Adaptor Cable (sold separately), the image being shot is not displayed in the TV side.
Deleting
Cannot delete an image.
Computers
Computer OS compatibility with camera is unknown.
Macintosh.
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media is not recognized by a computer with a “Memory
Stick” media slot.
• Check that the computer and the “Memory Stick” media Reader/Writer support “Memory Stick PRO
Duo” media. Users of computers and “Memory Stick” media Readers/Writers made by manufacturers
other than Sony should contact those manufacturers.
• If “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media is not supported, connect the camera to the computer (pages 108
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Your computer does not recognize the camera.
• When the battery level is low, insert the charged battery pack or use the AC adaptor (sold separately).
• Set [USB Connect] to [Auto] or [Mass Storage] (page 90).
• Use the cable for multi-use terminal (supplied).
• Disconnect the cable for multi-use terminal from both the computer and the camera, and connect it
again firmly.
• Disconnect all equipment other than the camera, the keyboard and the mouse from the USB
connectors of your computer.
• Connect the camera directly to your computer without passing through a USB hub or other device.
Cannot import images.
• Connect the camera and your computer correctly making a USB connection (page 108).
• When you shoot images with a “Memory Stick Duo” media formatted by a computer, you may not be
able to import the images to a computer. Shoot using a “Memory Stick Duo” media formatted by the
After making a USB connection, “PMB” does not start automatically.
• Make the USB connection after the computer is turned on.
Cannot play back images on your computer.
• If you are using “PMB”, refer to “PMB Guide” (page 107).
• 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”
media. Import the movie to the hard disk of your computer, then play back the movie from the hard
Cannot print an image.
• Refer to the operation manual of the printer.
Images once exported to a computer cannot be viewed on the camera.
• Export them to a folder recognized by the camera, such as “101MSDCF” (page 111).
• When using software other than “PMB”, the information may not be updated correctly, so images
may turn blue or otherwise not be displayed correctly. This is not a malfunction.
• When blue images appear, view them in the Folder View mode or delete them with the camera.
“Memory Stick Duo” media
Cannot insert a “Memory Stick Duo” media.
• Insert the “Memory Stick Duo” media in the correct direction.
You have formatted a “Memory Stick Duo” media by mistake.
• All the data on the “Memory Stick Duo” media is deleted by formatting. You cannot restore it.
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Internal memory
Cannot playback or record images using the internal memory.
• There is a “Memory Stick Duo” media inserted in the camera. Remove it.
Cannot copy the data stored in the internal memory to a “Memory Stick Duo”
media.
• The “Memory Stick Duo” media is full. Copy to a “Memory Stick Duo” media with sufficient
capacity.
Cannot copy the data on the “Memory Stick Duo” media or the computer to the
internal memory.
• This feature is not available.
Printing
See “PictBridge compliant printer” together with the following items.
Images are printed with both edges cut off.
• Depending on your printer, all the edges of the image may be cut off. Especially when you print an
image shot with the image size set to [16:9], the lateral end of the image may be cut off.
• When printing images using your printer, cancel the trimming or borderless 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.
Cannot print images with the date.
• Using “PMB”, you can print images with date (page 107).
• The camera does not have a feature for superimposing dates on images. However, because the images
shot with the camera include information on the recording date, you can print images with the date
superimposed if the printer or the software can recognize Exif information. For compatibility with
Exif information, consult the manufacturer of the printer or the software.
• If you use a photo printing service, ask them to superimpose the dates on images.
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 the printer is turned on and can be connected to the camera.
• Disconnect and connect the cable for multi-use terminal again. If an error message is indicated on the
printer, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the printer.
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Cannot print images.
• Check that the camera and the printer are properly connected using the cable for multi-use terminal.
• Turn on the printer. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the printer.
• If you select [Exit] during printing, images may not be printed. Disconnect and connect the cable for
multi-use terminal again. If you still cannot print your images, disconnect the cable for multi-use
terminal, turn the printer off and then on, then connect the cable for multi-use terminal again.
• Movies cannot be printed.
• Images shot using other cameras, or images modified with a computer may not be printed.
Printing is canceled.
• Confirm that you have disconnected the cable for multi-use terminal before the
Connecting) mark disappears.
(PictBridge
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.
• The image does not have the recording data so the date cannot be inserted. Set [Date] to [Off] and
print the image again (page 119).
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.
• When you use paper of a different size after connecting the printer to the camera, disconnect and then
reconnect the cable for multi-use terminal.
• The print setting of the camera differs from that of the printer. Change the setting of either the camera
(page 119) or the printer.
Cannot operate the camera after cancelling printing.
• Wait for a while as the printer is carrying out the cancellation. It may take some time depending on
the printer.
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Others
The lens gets fogged.
• Moisture condensation has occurred. Turn off the camera and leave it for about an hour before using
it.
The camera turns off with the lens portion extended.
• The battery pack is discharged. Replace it with a charged battery pack, then turn the camera on again.
• Do not attempt to force the lens that has stopped moving.
The camera becomes warm when you use it for a long time.
• This is not a malfunction.
The Clock Set screen appears when you turn on the camera.
• Set the date and time again (page 100).
• The internal rechargeable backup battery has discharged. Insert a charged battery, and set aside for
24 hours or more with the power left off.
You want to change the date or time.
• Change the settings by MENU t [Settings] t [Clock Settings] t [Date & Time Setting].
The date or time is incorrect.
• The Area Setting is set to a different location than your current location. Change the setting by
MENU t [Settings] t [Clock Settings] t [Area Setting].
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Warning indicators and
messages
Self-diagnosis display
If a code starting with a letter of the alphabet appears, the self-diagnosis function on the camera
is working. The last two digits (indicated by ss) will differ depending on the state of the
camera.
If you cannot solve the problem even after trying the following corrective actions a few times,
the camera may need repair.
Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
C:32:ss
• There is trouble with the camera’s hardware. Turn the power off and on again.
C:13:ss
• The camera cannot read or write data on the “Memory Stick Duo” media. Try turning off and on the
camera again, or taking out and inserting the “Memory Stick Duo” media several times.
• The internal memory has experienced a format error, or an unformatted “Memory Stick Duo” media
is inserted. Format the internal memory or the “Memory Stick Duo” media (page 93).
• The inserted “Memory Stick Duo” media cannot be used with the camera, or the data is damaged.
Insert a new “Memory Stick Duo” media.
E:61:ss
E:62:ss
E:91:ss
Messages
If the following messages appear, follow the instructions.
• The battery level is low. Charge the battery pack immediately. Depending on the conditions of use or
the type of battery pack, the indicator may flash even though there are still 5 to 10 minutes of
remaining battery time left.
For use with compatible battery only
• The battery inserted is not an NP-BG1 (supplied)/NP-FG1 (sold separately) battery pack.
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System error
• Turn the power off and then on again.
Camera overheating
Allow it to cool
• The camera temperature has risen. The power may turn off automatically, or you may be unable to
record movies. Leave the camera in a cool location until the temperature drops.
Internal memory error
• Turn the power off and then on again.
Reinsert the “Memory Stick”
• Insert the “Memory Stick Duo” media correctly.
• The inserted “Memory Stick Duo” media cannot be used in the camera (page 138).
• The “Memory Stick Duo” media is damaged.
• The terminal section of the “Memory Stick Duo” media is dirty.
“Memory Stick” type error
• The inserted “Memory Stick Duo” media cannot be used in the camera (page 138).
This “Memory Stick” may not record or play
• The inserted “Memory Stick Duo” media cannot be used in the camera (page 138).
Cannot access “Memory Stick”
Access denied
• You are using the “Memory Stick Duo” media with the access controlled.
Error formatting internal memory
Error formatting “Memory Stick”
“Memory Stick” locked
• You are using the “Memory Stick Duo” media with the write-protect switch, and the switch is set to
the LOCK position. Set the switch to the recording position.
No memory space on “Memory Stick”
No memory space on internal memory
Read only “Memory Stick”
• The camera cannot record or delete images on this “Memory Stick Duo” media.
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No images
• No images that can be played back have been recorded in the internal memory.
• No images that can be played back have been recorded in this folder of the “Memory Stick Duo”
media.
• When images recorded with other cameras cannot be played back on this camera, view the images in
No still images
• The selected folder does not contain a file that can be played back in a slideshow.
• There are no images that can be filtered by faces.
File found which was not recognized
• You tried to delete a folder containing a file that cannot be played on this camera. Delete the file with
a computer and then delete the folder.
Invalid operation
• You tried to delete an image or movie being played with the View Mode set to Favorites. Be sure to
change to another View Mode as deletions are not allowed when the View Mode is set to Favorites.
Folder error
• A folder with the same first three digit number already exists on the “Memory Stick Duo” media (for
Cannot create more folders
• The folder with a name beginning with “999” exists on the “Memory Stick Duo” media. You cannot
create any folders if this is the case.
Empty folder contents
• You tried to delete a folder containing one or more files. Delete all of the files and then delete the
folder.
No folder
• You tried to delete a folder that does not exist.
Folder protected
• You tried to delete a folder that was made read-only by PC or an other device.
File error
• An error occurred while the image was playing back.
No guarantees are made for playing back, on this camera, files containing images which were
processed on a computer or images which were shot using other cameras.
Read only folder
• You have selected a folder that cannot be set as a recording folder on the camera. Select another
File protected
• Release the protection (page 72).
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Image size over limit
• You are playing back an image with size that cannot be played back on the camera.
Unable to detect face for retouch
• You may not be able to retouch the image depending on the image.
(Vibration warning indicator)
• Camera shake may occur due to insufficient light. Use the flash, turn on the anti-blur function, or
mount the camera on a tripod to secure the camera.
Turn the power off and on again
• The lens malfunction.
Maximum number of images already selected
• Up to 100 files can be selected when using [Multiple Images].
• Up to 999 files can be selected when using [All in Date Range], [All in Event], [All in Favorites] or
[All in This Folder].
• Up to 999 files can be registered as Favorites images, and you can add
to 999 files. Cancel the selection.
(Print order) marks to up
Low battery power
• When copying a image recorded in the internal memory to the “Memory Stick Duo” media, use a
fully charged battery.
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.
• The data transmission to the printer may not be completed yet. Do not disconnect the cable for multi-
use terminal.
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Processing...
• The printer is canceling the current print job. You cannot print until it is finished. This may take time,
depending on the printer.
Error Playing Music
• Delete the Music file, or replace it with an uncorrupted Music file.
• Execute [Format Music], then download a new Music files.
Error Formatting Music
• Execute [Format Music].
Operation cannot be executed for movie files
• You have selected a function that is not available for movies.
Operation cannot be executed in unsupported files
• Processing and other editing functions of the camera cannot be performed on image files that have
been processed using a computer or images that were recorded with other cameras.
Operation cannot be executed when using a PictBridge connection
• Some functions are restricted while the camera is connected to a PictBridge compliant printer.
Recovering image management file…
• The camera restores the date information etc. in cases where images have been deleted on a PC, etc.
• The number of images exceeds that for which date or event management by the camera is possible.
Delete images from the Date View or Event View.
No internal memory space remaining
Delete images?
• The internal memory is full. To record to the internal memory, select [Yes] and delete unwanted
images.
Image management file error
Cannot recover
• Import all of the images to the computer with “PMB”, and format the “Memory Stick Duo” media or
the internal memory (page 93).
When you cannot import all of the images to the computer with “PMB”, import all of the images to
To view the images again with the camera, export the imported images to the camera with “PMB”.
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Recording function unavailable due to high internal temperature
• The camera temperature has risen. You cannot record images until the temperature has dropped.
Recording has stopped due to increased camera temperature
• Recording has stopped due to a rise in temperature while recording a movie. Please wait until the
temperature goes down.
• When you record movies for a long time, the camera temperature rises. In this case, stop recording
movies.
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Using the camera abroad —
Power sources
You can use the camera, the battery charger (supplied), and the AC-LS5K AC Adaptor (sold
separately) in any country or region where the power supply is within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/
60 Hz.
Note
• Do not use an electronic transformer (travel converter), as this may cause a malfunction.
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On the “Memory Stick Duo”
media
A “Memory Stick Duo” media is a compact, portable IC recording medium. The types of
“Memory Stick Duo” media that can be used with the camera are listed in the table below.
However, proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all “Memory Stick Duo” media functions.
“Memory Stick” media type
Memory Stick Duo (without MagicGate)
Memory Stick Duo (with MagicGate)
MagicGate Memory Stick Duo
Memory Stick PRO Duo
Recording/Playback
1
a*
2
a*
1 2
a* *
2 3
a* *
2 3 4
Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo
a* * *
1
* High-speed data transfer using a parallel interface is not supported.
2
* “Memory Stick Duo” media, “MagicGate Memory Stick Duo” media and “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
media 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 the camera.
3
* [1280×720] size movies can be recorded.
* This camera does not support 8-bit parallel data transfer. It performs the same 4-bit parallel data transfer
4
as the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media.
Notes
• This product is compatible with “Memory Stick Micro” media (“M2”). “M2” is an abbreviation for
“Memory Stick Micro” media.
• A “Memory Stick Duo” media formatted with a computer is not guaranteed to operate with the camera.
• Data read/write speeds differ depending on the combination of the “Memory Stick Duo” media and the
equipment used.
• Do not remove the “Memory Stick Duo” media while reading or writing data.
• Data may be corrupted in the following cases:
– When the “Memory Stick Duo” media is removed or the camera is turned off during a read or write
operation
– When the “Memory Stick Duo” media 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” media itself nor on a “Memory Stick Duo” media
Adaptor.
• When you carry or store the “Memory Stick Duo” media, put it in the case supplied with it.
• Do not touch the terminal section of the “Memory Stick Duo” media with your hand or a metal object.
• Do not strike, bend or drop the “Memory Stick Duo” media.
• Do not disassemble or modify the “Memory Stick Duo” media.
• Do not expose the “Memory Stick Duo” media to water.
• Do not leave the “Memory Stick Duo” media within the reach of small children. They might accidentally
swallow it.
• Do not insert anything other than a “Memory Stick Duo” media into the “Memory Stick Duo” media slot.
Doing so will cause a malfunction.
• Do not use or store the “Memory Stick Duo” media 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
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Notes on using the “Memory Stick Duo” media Adaptor (sold
separately)
• To use a “Memory Stick Duo” media with a “Memory Stick” media compliant device, be sure to insert
the “Memory Stick Duo” media into a “Memory Stick Duo” media Adaptor. If you insert a “Memory
Stick Duo” media into a “Memory Stick” media compliant device without a “Memory Stick Duo” media
Adaptor, you might not be able to remove it from the device.
• When inserting a “Memory Stick Duo” media into a “Memory Stick Duo” media Adaptor, make sure the
“Memory Stick Duo” media 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” media inserted into a “Memory Stick Duo” media Adaptor with a
“Memory Stick” media compliant device, make sure that the “Memory Stick Duo” media Adaptor is
inserted facing the correct direction. Note that improper use may damage the equipment.
• Do not insert a “Memory Stick Duo” media Adaptor into a “Memory Stick” media compliant device
without a “Memory Stick Duo” media attached. Doing so may result in malfunction of the unit.
Notes on using “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media (sold
separately)
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media with a capacity up to 16 GB have been confirmed to operate properly
with the camera.
Notes on using “Memory Stick Micro” media (sold separately)
• To use a “Memory Stick Micro” media with the camera, be sure to insert the “Memory Stick Micro”
media into an “M2” Adaptor as large as of Duo size. If you insert a “Memory Stick Micro” media into the
camera without an “M2” Adaptor as large as of Duo size, you might not be able to remove it from the
camera.
• Do not leave the “Memory Stick Micro” media within the reach of small children. They might
accidentally swallow it.
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On the battery pack
On charging the battery pack
We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C (50°F to
86°F). The battery pack may not be effectively charged in temperatures outside this range.
Effective use of the battery pack
• Battery performance decreases in low temperature surroundings. So in cold places, the operational time
of the battery pack is shorter. We recommend the following to ensure longer battery pack use:
– Put the battery pack in a pocket close to your body to warm it up, and insert it in the camera
immediately before you start shooting.
• The battery pack will run out quickly if you use the flash or zoom frequently.
• We recommend having spare battery packs handy for two or three times the expected shooting time, and
making trial shots before taking the actual shots.
• Do not expose the battery pack to water. The battery pack is not water-resistant.
• Do not leave the battery pack in extremely hot places, such as in a car or under direct sunlight.
How to store the battery pack
• Fully discharge the battery pack before storing and store it in a cool, dry place. To maintain the battery
pack’s function, fully charge the battery pack and then fully discharge it on the camera at least once a
year while storing.
• To use the battery pack up, leave the camera in slideshow playback mode until the power goes off.
• To prevent staining the terminal, short-circuiting, etc., be sure to use a supplied battery case when
carrying and storing.
On battery life
• The battery life is limited. Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use. If decreased
usage time between charges becomes significant, it is probably time to replace it with a new one.
• The battery life varies according to how it is stored and the operating conditions and environment in
which each battery pack is used.
Compatible battery pack
• The NP-BG1 (supplied) can be used only in G type compatible Cyber-shot models.
• If you use the NP-FG1 battery pack (sold separately), the minutes also appear after the battery remaining
indicator (
60 Min).
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On the battery charger
• Only NP-BG type or NP-FG type battery packs (and no others) can be charged in the battery charger
(supplied). Batteries other than the specified kind may leak, overheat, or explode if you attempt to charge
them, posing a risk of injury from electrocution and burns.
• Remove the charged battery pack from the battery charger. If you leave the charged battery pack in the
charger, battery life may be shortened.
• The CHARGE lamp of the supplied battery charger flashes in either way:
– Fast flashing: Turns the light on and off repeatedly at the interval of 0.15 seconds.
– Slow flashing: Turns the light on and off repeatedly at the interval of 1.5 seconds.
• When the CHARGE lamp flashes fast, remove the battery pack being charged, and then insert the same
battery pack into the battery charger securely again. When the CHARGE lamp flashes fast again, this
may indicate a battery error or that a battery pack other than the specified type has been inserted. Check
that the battery pack is the specified type. If the battery pack is the specified type, remove the battery
pack, replace it with a new one or another one and check if the battery charger operates correctly. If the
battery charger operates correctly, a battery error may have occurred.
• When the CHARGE lamp flashes slowly, it indicates that the battery charger stops charging temporarily
on standby. The battery charger stops charging and enters the standby status automatically when the
temperature is outside of the recommended operating temperature. When the temperature gets back
within the appropriate range, the battery charger resumes charging and the CHARGE lamp lights up
again. We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C
(50°F to 86°F).
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Index
A
D
Add / Remove Favorites................................................67
Auto Orientation ...............................................................80
Date & Time Setting .....................................................100
Delete REC.Folder...........................................................96
B
E
Easy Viewing mode.........................................................23
Electronic transformer..................................................137
Exporting images............................................................110
Exposure Bracket..............................................................40
C
Center-weighted metering ............................................48
Change REC.Folder.........................................................95
Changing the display.......................................................16
Connecting
F
Folder
Create REC.Folder...........................................................94
G
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H
P
Precision digital zoom....................................................78
Print order mark ................................................................73
Printing directly...............................................................118
I
Intelligent Auto Adjustment ........................................19
L
R
Red Eye Correction .........................................................68
Red Eye Reduction ..........................................................56
M
Macintosh computer......................................................113
Multi-pattern metering ...................................................48
Multi-Purpose Resize......................................................70
S
Scene Recognition............................................................49
Self-diagnosis display...................................................131
Shooting
Slow Synchro (Flash On)..............................................30
Smile Detection Sensitivity..........................................51
N
O
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T
Twilight Portrait................................................................20
U
Underwater White Balance ..........................................45
V
W
Warning indicators and messages ...........................131
Wide Zoom Display ........................................................89
Windows computer........................................................104
Z
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Notes on the License
“C Library”, “Expat” and “zlib” software are provided in the camera. We provide this software
based on license agreements with their owners of copyright. Based on requests by the owners of
copyright of these software applications, we have an obligation to inform you of the following.
Please read the following sections.
Read “license1.pdf” in the “License” folder on the CD-ROM. You will find licenses (in English)
of “C Library”, “Expat” and “zlib” software.
THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE MPEG-4 VISUAL PATENT PORTFOLIO
LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER FOR
(i) ENCODING VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE MPEG-4 VISUAL STANDARD
(“MPEG-4 VIDEO”)
AND/OR
(ii)DECODING MPEG-4 VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED
IN A PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED
FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED BY MPEG LA TO PROVIDE MPEG-4 VIDEO.
NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION INCLUDING THAT RELATING TO PROMOTIONAL,
INTERNAL AND COMMERCIAL USES AND LICENSING MAY BE OBTAINED FROM
MPEG LA, LLC.
SEE
On GNU GPL/LGPL applied software
The software that is eligible for the following GNU General Public License (hereinafter referred
to as “GPL”) or GNU Lesser General Public License (hereinafter referred to as “LGPL”) are
included in the camera.
This informs you that you have a right to have access to, modify, and redistribute source code for
these software programs under the conditions of the supplied GPL/LGPL.
Source code is provided on the web. Use the following URL to download it.
We would prefer you do not contact us about the contents of source code.
Read “license2.pdf” in the “License” folder on the CD-ROM. You will find licenses (in English)
of “GPL”, and “LGPL” software.
To view the PDF, Adobe Reader is needed. If it is not installed on your computer, you can
download it from the Adobe Systems web page:
Regarding the license for “Music Transfer” included on the
CD-ROM (supplied)
MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and
Thomson.
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