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Sony DSC-T7 Fall 2005 User's Manual / Troubleshooting

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Operating Instructions
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"Read This First" (separate volume) thoroughly, and retain
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Owner's Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom.
Record the serial number in the space provided below.
Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony
dealer regarding this product.
Model No. DSC-T7
Serial No. ___________________________
2591815120
© 2005 Sony Corporation
DSC-T7
"Read This First" (separate volume)
Explains the set-up and basic operations
for shooting/playback with your camera.
2-591-815-12(1)
Enjoying the
camera
Using the menu
Using the Setup screen
Using your computer
Printing still images
Connecting your
camera to your TV
Troubleshooting
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  • Page 1 Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DSC-T7 Serial No. ___________________________ “Read This First”...

  • Page 2: Regulatory Information

    (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Services Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) The number below is for the FCC related matters only. Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSC-T7...

  • Page 3: Memory Stick

    Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station. “Memory Stick” For the Customers in the U.S.A. and...

  • Page 4: Notes On Using Your Camera

    Types of “Memory Stick” that can be used The IC recording medium used by this camera is a “Memory Stick Duo”. There are two types of “Memory Stick”. • “Memory Stick Duo”: you can use a “Memory Stick Duo” with your camera. •...
  • Page 5 • Clean the flash surface before use. The heat of flash emission may cause dirt on the flash surface to become discolored or to stick to the flash surface, resulting in insufficient light emission. Notes on the LCD screen, LCD finder (for models with an LCD finder) and lens •...
  • Page 6 For full use of the digital still camera Prepare the camera and shoot in auto adjustment mode “Read This First” (separate volume) 1 Prepare the battery pack 2 Turn the camera on/set the clock 3 Insert a “Memory Stick Duo” 4 Select the image size for use 5 Shoot images easily (Auto adjustment mode) Shoot still images (Scene Selection)

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Notes on using your camera ...4 Enjoying the camera Basic techniques for better images ...10 Focus – Focusing on a subject successfully... 10 Exposure – Adjusting the light intensity ... 11 Color – On the effects of lighting... 12 Quality – On “image quality” and “image size” ... 13 Identifying parts...14 Indicators on the screen ...17 Changing the screen display ...21...
  • Page 8 Viewing menu ... 37 (Folder) - (Protect) DPOF (Print) (Slide) (Resize) (Rotate) (Divide) (Setup) Trimming Using the Setup screen Using Setup items Camera 1... 45 AF Mode Digital Zoom Date/Time Red Eye Reduction AF Illuminator Auto Review Camera 2... 48 Enlarged Icon Memory Stick Tool...
  • Page 9 Using your computer Enjoying your Windows computer ...54 Copying images to your computer...56 Viewing image files stored on a computer with your camera ...63 Using the supplied software ...64 Using your Macintosh computer...66 Printing still images How to print still images ...68 Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer ...69 Printing at a shop ...73 Connecting your camera to your TV...

  • Page 10: Enjoying The Camera

    Enjoying the camera Basic techniques for better images Focus Exposure Focus Focusing on a subject successfully When you press the shutter button halfway down, the camera adjusts the focus automatically (Auto Focus). Remember to press the shutter button only halfway down. Press fully down straight away To shoot a still image difficult to focus on...

  • Page 11: Exposure Adjusting The Light Intensity

    Exposure Adjusting the light intensity You can create various images by adjusting the exposure and the ISO sensitivity. Exposure is the amount of light that the camera will receive when you release the shutter. Exposure: Overexposure = too much light Whitish image Correct exposure Underexposure...

  • Page 12: Color - On The Effects Of Lighting

    Adjusting the ISO sensitivity ISO is unit of measurement (sensitivity), estimating how much light an image pickup device (equivalent to photo films) receives. Even when the exposure is the same, images differ depending on the ISO sensitivity. [ISO] adjusts the sensitivity t page 33 High ISO sensitivity Records a bright image even when shooting in a dark location.

  • Page 13: Quality On "Image Quality" And "Image Size

    Quality On “image quality” and “image size” A digital image is made up of a collection of small dots called pixels. If it contains a large number of pixels, the picture becomes large, it takes up more memory, and the image is displayed in fine detail. “Image size” is shown by the number of pixels. Although you cannot see the differences on the screen of the camera, the fine detail and data processing time differ when the image is printed or displayed on a computer screen.

  • Page 14: Identifying Parts

    See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. Camera A Shutter button ( First”) Power lamp ( First”) C Flash ( step 5 in “Read This First”) D Self-timer lamp ( This First”)/AF illuminator (47) E For shooting: Zoom (W/T) lever step 5 in “Read This First”) For viewing: lever/...
  • Page 15 N “Memory Stick Duo” slot (bottom) step 3 in “Read This First”) O Access lamp (bottom) ( “Read This First”) P Screw groove (bottom) Interface Adaptor Use the Interface Adaptor for a variety of connections. Attaching the Interface Adaptor Push the Interface Adaptor firmly into the camera until it clicks into place.
  • Page 16 2 Make sure to match the locking screw with the screw groove on the camera, and then turn the locking screw to secure the stand to the camera. C Locking screw D Tripod screw hole Attach the tripod here. • See the operating instructions supplied with the tripod for the method of attaching the tripod.

  • Page 17: Indicators On The Screen

    Indicators on the screen See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. When shooting still images 60min When shooting movies 60min [ 00:28:25 ] STBY 00:00:00 C:32:00 Display 60min STBY +2.0 Display S A F M A F 1.0m Indication Battery remaining ( step...
  • Page 18 Display Indication Image size ( “Read This First”) FINE 1 6 0 FINE STD Image quality (33) Recording folder (49) Remaining “Memory Stick” capacity (22) 00:00:00 Recording time [maximum [00:28:05] recordable time] (22) 1/30" Multi Burst interval (35) Remaining number of recordable images (22) Self-timer ( “Read This First”)
  • Page 19 When playing back still images 60min 12/12 C:32:00 +2.0EV BACK/NEXT VOLUME When playing back movies 60min Display 60min F3.5 FINE Step 12/16 Display 101-0012 Display 8/8 12/12 C:32:00 00:00:12 Indication Battery remaining ( step 1 in “Read This First”) Image size ( step 4 in “Read This First”) 1 6 0...
  • Page 20 Display Indication Do not disconnect the USB cable (71) +2.0EV EV level value (29) ISO number (33) Metering mode (32) Flash White balance (32) Shutter speed F3.5 Aperture value Playback image ( in “Read This First”) Display Indication Histogram (21, 29) •...

  • Page 21: Changing The Screen Display

    Changing the screen display Each time you press the (Display on/ off) button, the display changes as follows. Histogram on 60min Histogram display S AF (page 29) Indicators off S AF Indicators on 60min S AF • When you set the histogram display to on, image information is displayed during playback.

  • Page 22: Number Of Still Images And Recording Time Of Movies

    • Movies with the size set to [640(Fine)] can be only recorded on a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”. • For image size and image quality, see page 13. • When images recorded using earlier Sony models are played back on this camera, the display may differ from the actual image size.

  • Page 23: Battery Life And Number Of Images That Can Be Recorded/Viewed

    Battery life and number of images that can be recorded/viewed The tables show the approximate number of images that can be recorded/viewed and the battery life when you shoot images in [Normal] mode with battery pack (supplied) at full capacity and at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F).

  • Page 24: Using The Mode Switch

    Set the mode switch to the desired function. Control button Still image shooting modes Auto: Auto adjustment mode Allows easy shooting with the settings adjusted automatically. This First” Program: Program auto shooting mode Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value).
  • Page 25 Scene Selection For details step 5 in “Read This First” For shooting an image appropriately according to the scene condition, a combination of functions is determined by the camera. AF range Macro Flash — — — Center AF — — ( : you can select the desired setting) Exposure Focus preset...

  • Page 26: Using The Menu

    Using the menu Using menu items v/V/b/B button z button Turn on the power and set the mode switch. Different items are available depending on the position of the mode switch and the settings. Press MENU to display the menu. Select the desired menu item with b/B on the control button.

  • Page 27: Menu Items

    Menu items The menu items available vary depending on the mode switch position. Only the available items are displayed on the screen. Mode switch position: Menu for shooting (page 29) (Camera) (EV) 9 (Focus) (Metering Mode) WB (White Bal) (P.Quality) Mode (REC Mode) BRK (Bracket Step) (Interval)
  • Page 28 Menu for viewing (page 37) (Folder) - (Protect) DPOF (Print) (Slide) (Resize) (Rotate) (Divide) (Setup) Trimming** * The operation is limited according to the Scene mode (page 25). **Available only during enlarged playback. For details on the operation — — —...

  • Page 29: Shooting Menu

    Shooting menu The default settings are marked with (Camera) Select the still image camera mode. (EV) Toward – +2.0EV –2.0EV • For details on the exposure t page 11 • The compensation value can be set in 1/3EV increments. • If a subject is being shot in extremely bright or dark conditions, or the flash is used, the exposure adjustment may not be effective.

  • Page 30: Focus)

    9 (Focus) You can change the focus method. Use the menu when it is difficult to get the proper focus in auto focus mode. (unlimited distance) 7.0m 3.0m 1.0m 0.5m Spot AF ( Center AF Multi AF (Multipoint AF) (Still image (Movie •...
  • Page 31 • When you use [Digital Zoom] or [AF Illuminator], priority AF movement is given to subjects in or near the center of the frame. In this case the not displayed. • Focus setting is not available depending on the Scene mode (page 25). z If the subject is out of focus When shooting with the subject at the edge of the frame (or the screen), or when using [Center AF] or [Spot AF], the camera may not focus on a subject at the edge of the frame.

  • Page 32: (Metering Mode)

    (Metering Mode) Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the exposure. Spot (Spot metering) Center (Center-weighted metering)( Multi (Multi-pattern metering) • For details on the exposure t page 11 • When using spot metering or center-weighted metering, setting [9] (Focus) to [Center AF] is recommended to focus on the metering position (page 30).

  • Page 33: Iso

    Selects a luminous sensitivity with units of ISO. The larger the number, the higher the sensitivity. Auto • For details on the [ISO] sensitivity t page 12 • Note that the image tends to become noisier as the ISO sensitivity number increases. •...
  • Page 34 On the [Multi Burst] • You can play back images shot with [Multi Burst] using the following procedure. – To pause/resume: Press z on the control button. – To play back frame-by-frame: Press b/B in pause mode. Press z to resume playback in series. •...
  • Page 35 BRK (Bracket Step) ±1.0EV ±0.7EV ±0.3EV • BRK (Bracket Step) is not displayed in some Scene modes. (Interval) Selects the frame interval in the [Multi Burst] mode (page 33). 1/7.5 (1/7.5") 1/15 (1/15") 1/30 (1/30") • (Interval) is not displayed in some Scene modes. (Flash Level) Adjusts the amount of flash light.
  • Page 36 (Saturation) Adjusts the saturation of the image. Normal – ( (Contrast) Adjusts the contrast of the image. Normal – ( (Sharpness) Adjusts the sharpness of the image. Normal – ( (Setup) See page 44. For details on the operation Toward +: Brightens the color. Toward –: Darkens the color.

  • Page 37: Viewing Menu

    Viewing menu The default settings are marked with (Folder) Selects the folder containing the image you want to play back. Cancel 1 Select the desired folder with b/B on the control button. Select Folder Folder Name: 102MSDCF No. Of Files: Created: 2005 1 1 1: : 05:34...
  • Page 38 - (Protect) Protects images against accidental erasure. Protect (-) Exit To protect images in single-image mode 1 Display the image you want to protect. 2 Press MENU to display the menu. 3 Select [-] (Protect) with b/B on the control button, then press z. The image is protected and the - (protect) indicator appears on the image.

  • Page 39: Dpof

    To cancel the protection In single-image mode Press in step 3 or 4 of “To protect images in single-image mode.” In index mode 1 Select the image for which you want to remove protection in step index mode .” 2 Press z to turn the - indicator gray. 3 Repeat the operation above for all images to be unprotected.
  • Page 40 Image Folder Repeat Start Cancel 1 Select [Interval], [Image] and [Repeat] with v/V/b/B on the control button. 2 Select [Start] with V/B, then press z. The slide show starts. To end the slide show, press z, select [Exit] with B, then press z. •...
  • Page 41 (Rotate) Cancel 1 Display the image to be rotated. 2 Press MENU to display the menu. ] (Rotate) with b/B on the control button, then press z. 3 Select [ 4 Select [ ] with v, then rotate the image with b/B. 5 Select [OK] with v/V, then press z.
  • Page 42 Example: Cutting a movie numbered 101_0002 This section describes an example of dividing a movie numbered 101_0002 and deleting it in the following file configuration. 101_0001 101_0002 1 Cutting scene A. 101_0002 Divide 101_0002 is divided into 101_0004 and 101_0005. 2 Cutting scene B.

  • Page 43: Trimming

    5 Press z at the desired cutting point. 60min Divide 00:00:02 Dividing Point Cancel Exit • When you want to adjust the cutting point, select [c/C] (frame rewind/forward) and adjust the cutting point using b/B. • If you want to change the cutting point, select [Cancel]. The playback of the movie starts again. 6 Select [OK] with v/V, and press z.

  • Page 44: Using The Setup Screen

    Using the Setup screen Using Setup items You can change the default settings using the Setup screen. v/V/b/B button z button Turn on the power. Press MENU to display the menu. Press B on the control button to select (Setup). Press v/V/b/B on the control button to select the item you want to set.

  • Page 45: Camera 1

    Camera 1 The default settings are marked with AF Mode Selects the auto focus operation mode. Single (S AF) Monitor (M AF) Digital Zoom Selects the digital zoom mode. The camera enlarges the image using optical zoom (up to 3×). When the zoom scale exceeds 3×, the camera uses either smart or precision digital zoom.

  • Page 46: Date/Time

    • The maximum zoom scale of smart zoom/precision zoom includes the scale of the optical zoom. • The AF range finder frame does not appear when using the digital zoom. The flashes, and AF operates with priority on subjects located near the center of the frame. •...

  • Page 47: Af Illuminator

    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 Auto •...

  • Page 48: Camera 2

    Camera 2 The default settings are marked with Enlarged Icon Enlarges the setting indicator temporarily when you press (Macro). For details on the operation (Flash mode), Enlarges the indicators. Does not enlarge the indicators. page 44 (Self-timer), or...

  • Page 49: Memory Stick Tool

    Memory Stick Tool The default settings are marked with Format Formats the “Memory Stick Duo”. The supplied or a commercially available “Memory Stick Duo” is already formatted, and can be used immediately. • Note that formatting irrevocably erases all data on a “Memory Stick Duo”, including even protected images.

  • Page 50: Change Rec. Folder

    Change REC. Folder Changes the folder currently used for recording images. Cancel 1 Select [OK] with v on the control button, then press z. The folder selection screen appears. Select REC. Folder Folder Name: 102MSDCF No. Of Files: Created: 2005 1 1 1: : 05:34 Cancel BACK/NEXT...

  • Page 51: Setup 1

    Setup 1 The default settings are marked with LCD Backlight Selects the brightness of the LCD backlight when using the camera with battery pack. Bright Normal • Selecting [Bright] uses up the battery charge faster. Beep Selects the sound produced when you operate the camera. Shutter Language Selects the language to be used to display the menu items, warnings, and messages.

  • Page 52: Setup 2

    Setup 2 The default settings are marked with File Number Selects the method used to assign file numbers to images. Series Reset USB Connect Selects the USB mode to be used when connecting the camera to a computer or a PictBridge compliant printer using the USB cable.

  • Page 53: Clock Set

    Clock Set Sets the date and time. Cancel For details on the operation Select [OK] with v on the control button, and press z. Then, perform the procedure explained in “Set the clock” ( in “Read This First”). Cancels setting the clock. page 44 step 2...

  • Page 54: Using Your Computer

    Using your computer Enjoying your Windows computer For details on using a Macintosh computer, refer to “Using your Macintosh computer” (page 66). Copying images to your computer (page 56) Viewing images on your computer Enjoying images using “PicturePackage” (page 64) Viewing images saved on your computer Storing images on a CD-R...

  • Page 55: Recommended Computer

    Recommended computer environment The following environment is recommended for a computer connected to the camera. Recommended environment for copying images OS (pre-installed): Microsoft Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows Millennium Edition, Windows XP Home Edition, or Windows XP Professional •...

  • Page 56: Copying Images To Your Computer

    Copying images to your computer This section describes the process using a Windows computer as an example. You can copy images from the camera to your computer as follows. For a computer with a “Memory Stick” slot Remove the “Memory Stick Duo” from the camera and insert it in the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor.
  • Page 57 Stage 2: Preparing the camera and the computer Insert a “Memory Stick Duo” with recorded images into the camera. Insert the sufficiently charged battery pack in the camera, or connect the camera to a wall outlet (wall socket) with the AC Adaptor (not supplied).
  • Page 58 Stage 3: Connecting the camera and your computer Connect the Interface Adaptor (page 15). 3 To the multi connector Interface Adaptor 1 To a USB connector USB cable • With Windows XP, the AutoPlay wizard appears on the desktop. “USB Mode Normal” appears on the screen of the camera.
  • Page 59 After making a USB connection in Stage 3, click [Copy pictures to a folder on my computer using Microsoft Scanner and Camera Wizard] [OK] as the wizard screen appears automatically on the desktop. The “Scanner and Camera Wizard” screen appears. Click [Next].
  • Page 60 Click [Finish]. The wizard screen closes. • To continue copying other images, disconnect the USB cable (page 61) and reconnect it. Then follow the procedure explained in “Stage 3: Connecting the camera and your computer” on page 58. Stage 4-B: Copying images to a Computer •...
  • Page 61 • Removing a “Memory Stick Duo” • Turning off the camera x For Windows 2000/Me/XP 1 Double-click 2 Click (Sony DSC) 3 Confirm the device on the confirmation window, then click [OK]. 4 Click [OK]. • Step 4 is unnecessary for Windows XP.

  • Page 62: Image File Storage Destinations And File Names

    x For Windows 98/98SE 1 Confirm that the access indicators (page 58) are white. 2 Disconnect the USB cable, remove the “Memory Stick Duo”, or turn off the camera. Image file storage destinations and file names The image files recorded with your camera are grouped as folders on the “Memory Stick Duo”.

  • Page 63: Viewing Image Files Stored On A Computer With Your Camera

    “Memory Stick Duo” folder in the following order. 1Right-click the image file, then click [Copy]. 2Double-click [Removable Disk] or [Sony MemoryStick] in [My Computer]. 3Right-click the [sssMSDCF] folder in the [DCIM] folder, then click [Paste]. • sss stands for any number within the...

  • Page 64: Using The Supplied Software

    This section describes the process using a Windows computer as an example. Overview of the supplied software The supplied CD-ROM contains two software applications: “PicturePackage” and “ImageMixer.” PicturePackage What you can do: A Burning Video CD The “ImageMixer VCD2” screen appears. B Music Video/Slideshow Producer C Save the images on CD-R D Viewing video and pictures on PC...
  • Page 65 Remove the CD-ROM as the shortcut icons of “PicturePackage Menu” and “PicturePackage destination Folder” are displayed after the installation. To start up the software Double-click the “PicturePackage Menu” • icon on the desktop. For information on the use of the software Click [?] at the upper-right corner of each screen to show the on-line help.

  • Page 66: Using Your Macintosh Computer

    You can copy images to your computer and create a video CD using “ImageMixer VCD2” (supplied). Recommended environment OS (pre-installed): Mac OS 9.1, 9.2, or Mac OS X (v10.0-v10.3) USB connector: Provided as standard Recommended computer environment for using “ImageMixer VCD2” OS (pre-installed): Mac OS X (v10.1.5 or later) CPU: iMac, eMac, iBook, PowerBook, Power...
  • Page 67 To disconnect the USB cable/ remove the “Memory Stick Duo”/ turn off the camera Drag and drop the drive icon or the icon of the “Memory Stick Duo” to the “Trash” icon, then remove the USB cable, remove the “Memory Stick Duo”, or turn off the camera.

  • Page 68: Printing Still Images

    Printing still images How to print still images Printing directly using a PictBridge compliant printer (page 69) Printing directly using a “Memory Stick” compliant printer Printing using a computer Printing at a shop (page 73) You can print images by connecting the camera directly to a PictBridge compliant printer.

  • Page 69: Printing Images Directly Using A Pictbridge Compliant Printer

    Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer Even if you do not have a computer, you can print images shot using your camera by connecting the camera directly to a PictBridge compliant printer. • “PictBridge” is based on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera &...
  • Page 70 Stage 2: Connecting the camera to the printer Connect the Interface Adaptor (page 15). 3 To the multi connector Interface Adaptor 1 To the USB jack 2 To the (USB) jack Regardless of what the mode switch is set to, the print menu appears when you complete Stage 2.
  • Page 71 [This image] Prints a displayed image. • If you select [This image] and set [Index] to [On] in step 2, you can print a set of the same images as an index image. Select print settings with v/V/b/B. Print Index Size Default Date...
  • Page 72 [Select] Selects images and prints all the selected images. Select the image you want to print with v/ V/b/B, then press z to display the mark. (Repeat this procedure to select other images.) Then, press MENU. [DPOF image] Prints all the images with a (Print order) mark regardless of the displayed image.

  • Page 73: Printing At A Shop

    Printing at a shop You can take a “Memory Stick Duo” containing images shot with your camera to a photo printing service shop. As long as the shop supports photo printing services conforming to the DPOF, you can make a (Print order) mark on images in advance so that you do not need to reselect them when you print them out at the shop.
  • Page 74 Marking in index mode Display the index screen. ( 6 in “Read This First”) Press MENU to display the menu. Select DPOF with b/B, then press Select [Select] with v/V, then press z. • You cannot add a Folder]. Select the image you want to mark with v/V/b/B, then press z.

  • Page 75: Connecting Your Camera To Your Tv

    Connecting your camera to your TV Viewing images on a TV screen You can view images on a TV screen by connecting the camera to a TV. Turn off both your camera and the TV before connecting the camera and the TV with the A/V cable.
  • Page 76 On TV color systems If you want to view images on a TV screen, you need a TV with a video input jack and the A/V cable (supplied). The color system of the TV must match that of your digital still camera.

  • Page 77: Troubleshooting

    If a code such as “C/E:ss:ss” appears on the screen, see page 87. 2 Remove the battery pack, and insert the battery pack again after about one minute, and turn on the power. 3 Initialize the settings (page 51). 4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.

  • Page 78: Battery Pack And Power

    Battery pack and power The battery pack cannot be installed. As you insert the battery pack, use the tip of the battery pack to push the battery eject lever • toward the top of the camera ( Install the battery pack correctly ( •...

  • Page 79: Shooting Still Images/Movies

    Shooting still images/movies Your camera cannot record images. Check the free capacity of the “Memory Stick Duo” (page 22). If it is full, do one of the • following: Delete unnecessary images ( – Change the “Memory Stick Duo”. – You are using the “Memory Stick Duo”...
  • Page 80 Smart zoom does not function. Set [Digital Zoom] to [Smart] (page 45). • This function cannot be used when: • The image size is set to [5M] or [3:2]. – Shooting in [Multi Burst] mode. – Shooting movies. – The flash does not work. The flash is set to •...

  • Page 81: Viewing Images

    The image colors are not correct. Picture Effect function is activated. Cancel the Picture Effect function (page 35). • 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 •...

  • Page 82: Deleting/Editing Images

    Deleting/Editing images Your camera cannot delete an image. Cancel the protection (page 39). • You are using the “Memory Stick Duo” with the write-protect switch, and the switch is set to • the LOCK position. Set the switch to the recording position (page 90). You have deleted an image by mistake.
  • Page 83 For Windows 98/98SE/Me, click the [Device Manager] tab. • The “Device Manager” appears. 3 Right-click [ Sony DSC], then click [Uninstall] The device is deleted. 4 Install the USB driver (page 56). You cannot copy images. Connect the camera and your computer correctly using the supplied USB cable (page 58).

  • Page 84: Memory Stick Duo

    Images once copied to a computer cannot be viewed on the camera. Copy them to a folder recognized by the camera, such as “101MSDCF” (page 62). • Operate correctly (page 63). • “Memory Stick Duo” Cannot insert a “Memory Stick Duo”. Insert it in the correct direction ( •...
  • Page 85 Cannot print images. Check that the camera and the printer are properly connected using the USB cable. • Turn on the printer. For further information, refer to the operating instructions supplied with • the printer. If you select [Exit] during printing, images may not print. Disconnect and connect the USB •...
  • Page 86 Others Your camera does not work. Use the type of battery pack you can use with this camera (page 92). • The battery level is low (The E indicator appears). Charge the battery pack ( • “Read This First”). The power is on, but the camera does not work. The built-in microcomputer is not working properly.

  • Page 87: Warning Indicators And Messages

    If you are unable to solve the problem even after trying the following corrective actions a few times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. C:32: There is trouble with your camera's •...
  • Page 88 Memory Stick locked You are using the “Memory Stick Duo” • with the write-protect switch, and the switch is set to the LOCK position. Set the switch to the recording position (page 90). No memory space in Memory Stick Delete unnecessary images or files •...
  • Page 89 Enable printer to connect [USB Connect] is set to [PictBridge], • however the camera is connected to a non-PictBridge compliant device. Check the device. The connection is not established. • Disconnect and connect the USB cable again. If an error message is indicated on the printer, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the printer.

  • Page 90: On The "Memory Stick

    Others On the “Memory Stick” A “Memory Stick” is a compact, portable IC recording medium. The types of “Memory Stick” that can be used with this camera are listed in the table below. However, proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all “Memory Stick” functions.
  • Page 91 • Do not leave the “Memory Stick Duo” within the reach of small children. They might accidentally swallow it. • Do not use or store the “Memory Stick Duo” under the following conditions: – High temperature locations such as the hot interior of a car parked in direct sunlight –...

  • Page 92: On The "Infolithium" Battery Pack

    On the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack This camera requires an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (E type). What is an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack? An “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that has functions for exchanging information related to operating conditions with your camera. The “InfoLITHIUM”...

  • Page 93: On The Battery Charger

    On the battery charger On the battery charger • Do not charge any other battery pack except Sony “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack in the battery charger supplied with your camera. 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.

  • Page 94: Precautions

    Do not leave the camera in the following places • In an extremely hot place In places such as in a car parked in the sun, the camera body may become deformed and this may cause a malfunction. • Under direct sunlight or near a heater The camera body may become discolored or deformed, and this may cause a malfunction.
  • Page 95 On the internal rechargeable battery This camera has an internal rechargeable battery for maintaining the date and time and other settings regardless of whether the power is on or off. This rechargeable battery is continually charged as long as you are using the camera. However, if you use the camera for only short periods, it discharges gradually, and if you do not use the camera at all for about one month it becomes...

  • Page 96: Specifications

    Specifications Camera [System] Image device 7.17 mm (1/2.5 type) color CCD, Primary color filter Total pixel number of camera Approx. 5 255 000 pixels Effective pixel number of camera Approx. 5 090 000 pixels Lens Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar 3× zoom lens f = 6.33 –...
  • Page 97 BC-CS3 battery charger Power requirements AC 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 3.2 W Output voltage DC 4.2 V, 500 mA Operating temperature 0°C to +40°C (+32°F to +104°F) Storage temperature –20°C to +60°C (–4°F to +140°F) Dimensions Approx. 66×23×91 mm (2 5/8×29/32×3 5/8 inches) (W/H/D) Mass...

  • Page 98: Index

    Index Index A/V cable...75 AC Adaptor...15 t step 1 in “Read This First” AC plug adaptor t step 1 in “Read This First” Accessories supplied t in “Read This First” AE/AF indicator t step 5 in “Read This First” AF Illuminator ...47 AF lock ...31 AF Mode...45 AF range finder frame ...30...
  • Page 99 Focus...10, 30 Focus preset ...30 Folder...37 Changing ...50 Creating ...49 Forced flash t step 5 in “Read This First” Format...49 High-speed shutter mode t step 5 in “Read This First” Histogram ...21, 29 Holding the camera t step 5 in “Read This First”...
  • Page 100 Protect...38 PTP ...52 Quick Review t step 5 in “Read This First” REC Mode ...33 Red Eye Reduction ...46 Resize ...40 Rewind/Fast forward t step 6 in “Read This First” Rotate...41 S AF...45 Saturation...36 Scene Selection...25 t step 5 in “Read This First”...
  • Page 101 , “Memory Stick Duo”, , “Memory Stick PRO Duo”, are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • PicturePackage is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • Microsoft, Windows, Windows Media, and DirectX are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

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