Sony Cyber-shot DSC-F77 Operating Instructions Manual
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-F77 Operating Instructions Manual

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-F77 Operating Instructions Manual

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Digital Still Camera

Operating Instructions

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and
retain it for future reference.
Owner's Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the
serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers
whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No. DSC-F77
Serial No.
DSC-F77
© 2002 Sony Corporation
3-078-407-12(1)
Getting started ________________________
Shooting still images __________________
Viewing still images ___________________
Deleting still images ___________________
Before advanced operations _____________
Advanced still image shooting____________
Advanced still image viewing_____________
Still image editing ______________________
Enjoying movies________________________
Enjoying images on your computer _______
Troubleshooting ________________________
Additional information ___________________
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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    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-F77 Serial No.
  • Page 2 (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Note: Model DSC-F77 is to be used with USB cradle Model UC-FA and AC power adaptor Model AC-LM5. CAUTION You are cautioned that any changes or...
  • Page 3 Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station. Attention for the Customers in Europe This product has been tested and found...
  • Page 4: Before Using Your Camera

    Before using your camera Trial recording Before you record one-time events, you may want to make a trial recording to make sure that the camera is working correctly. No compensation for contents of the recording Contents of the recording cannot be compensated for if recording or playback is not possible due to a malfunction of your camera or recording medium, etc.
  • Page 5 • “Memory Stick PRO” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • “MagicGate” and trademarks of Sony Corporation. • “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of the U.S. Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Before using your camera ... 4 Identifying the parts ... 8 Camera... 8 USB cradle... 10 How to install/remove your camera... 10 Getting started Charging the battery pack ... 11 Using an external power source... 15 Using your camera abroad ... 15 Turning on/off your camera ...
  • Page 7 Enlarging an image – Playback zoom...58 Recording an enlarged image – Trimming ...59 Playing back successive images (Slide show)...59 Rotating still images...60 Still image editing Protecting images (Protect) ...61 On the single screen ...61 On the Index (nine-image) screen...61 On the Index (triple-image) screen ...62 Changing image size (Resize)...63 Choosing images to print (Print (DPOF) mark)...64...
  • Page 8: Identifying The Parts

    Identifying the parts See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. Camera A Lens B Shutter button (22) C POWER lamp (16) D POWER button (16) E Tripod receptacle (bottom surface) F Finder window G Flash (27) H Self-timer lamp (26)/ AF illuminator (28, 101) I Microphone J Speaker (bottom surface)
  • Page 9 A Finder (29) Self-timer/recording lamp (red) AE/AF lock lamp (green) /CHG /CHG lamp (orange) (12, 27) B SMART ZOOM buttons (during shooting) (24)/Index buttons (during playback) (36) C Control button (Menu on) (v/V/b/B/z) (17)/ (Menu off) ( / /7/ ) (27/26/23/ D LCD screen E Multi connector (bottom surface) (12, 15)
  • Page 10: Usb Cradle

    USB cradle A Camera connector B USB ON/OFF switch USB) jack (76) D DC IN connector (11) E A/V OUT (MONO) jack (37) How to install/remove your camera How to install Install the camera as illustrated below. • Make sure the camera is securely installed to the USB cradle.
  • Page 11: Getting Started

    Charging the battery pack , Open the battery/“Memory Stick” cover. Slide the cover in the direction of the arrow. • When charging the battery pack, make sure the camera is not turned on (page 16). • The camera operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM”...
  • Page 12 Charging the battery pack (continued) AC power adaptor 2 To a wall outlet (wall socket) Power cord (mains lead) , Connect the power cord (mains lead) to the AC power adaptor and to a wall outlet (wall socket). , Install the camera to the USB cradle.
  • Page 13: Charging Time

    • When charging the battery pack, make sure the camera is not turned on (page 16). • When placing the camera, make sure the LCD screen is facing up. • After charging the battery pack, disconnect the AC power adaptor from the multi connector of the camera.
  • Page 14 Charging the battery pack (continued) Shooting still images In normal shooting NP-FC10 (supplied) No. of Battery life Image size images (min.) 2272×1704 Approx. 140 Approx. 70 1) Shooting at 30-second intervals with [P. QUALITY] set to [FINE], LCD screen turned on, flashed every two shootings and turned on/ off every ten shootings.
  • Page 15: Using An External Power Source

    Using an external power source AC power adaptor DC plug Multi connector , Connect the AC-LM5 AC power adaptor (supplied) to the multi connector of the camera. When placing the camera, make sure the LCD screen is facing up. Connect the plug with the v mark facing down.
  • Page 16: Turning On/Off Your Camera

    Turning on/off your camera There are following two ways to turn on the camera. 1 Press POWER. MODE POWER POWER lamp POWER The POWER lamp lights in green and the power is on. When you turn on the camera for the first time, the CLOCK SET screen appears (page 18).
  • Page 17: How To Use The Control Button

    How to use the control button 2272 2272x1704 2272 ( 3 : 2 ) 1600x1200 1280x 960 640 x 480 IMAGE SIZE MODE VOICE E-MAIL NORMAL REC MODE To change the current settings of the camera, bring up the menu or the SET UP screen (page 44), and use the control button to make the changes.
  • Page 18: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the date and time MODE POWER MODE dial , Set the MODE dial to • You can carry out this operation even when the MODE dial is set to SCN, , or • To set the time and the date again, set the MODE dial to SET UP, select [CLOCK SET] (SETUP 2) (page 102), then proceed from Step 3.
  • Page 19 Y/ M/ D CLOCK SET M/ D/ Y D/ M/ Y 2002 / CANCEL , Select the year, month, day, hour, or minute item you want to set with b/B on the control button. A v will be shown above, and a V will be shown below the item currently selected to be set.
  • Page 20: Shooting Still Images

    Inserting and removing a “Memory Stick” , Open the battery/“Memory Stick” cover. Slide the cover in the direction of the arrow. Connector side Label side , Insert the “Memory Stick.” Insert the “Memory Stick” all the way in until it clicks as shown in the illustration. •...
  • Page 21: Setting The Still Image Size

    Setting the still image size 2272 2272x1704 2272 ( 3 : 2 ) 1600x1200 1280x 960 640 x 480 IMAGE SIZE MODE MENU , Set the MODE dial to , rotate the lens portion to turn on the power, then press MENU. The menu appears.
  • Page 22: Basic Still Image Shooting - Using Auto Mode

    Basic still image shooting – using auto mode MODE POWER MODE dial , Set the MODE dial to , and rotate the lens portion to turn on your camera. When a “Memory Stick” is inserted, the recording folder name is indicated on the LCD screen for about five seconds (page 55).
  • Page 23: Checking The Last Image Shot - Quick Review

    , Press the shutter button fully down. The shutter clicks, the shooting is completed, and the still image is saved in the “Memory Stick.” When the recording lamp goes out, you can shoot the next image. • When you are shooting with the battery pack, if no tasks are performed for a while with the camera turned on, power is automatically shut off to preserve battery power (page 16).
  • Page 24: Using The Smart Zoom

    Using the smart zoom W (wide-angle) T (telephoto) , Press the SMART ZOOM to choose the desired zoom position, and shoot your image. You can zoom in the image using digital process, with very little deterioration. The maximum zoom scale depends on the image size.
  • Page 25: Shooting Close-Ups - Macro

    – Shooting close-ups Macro For close-ups of small subjects like flowers or insects, shoot using the macro feature. You can use this feature for close-ups of subjects up to approximately 10 cm inches) from the end of the lens. , Set the MODE dial to , and press B ( ) on the control button.
  • Page 26: Using The Self-Timer

    Using the self-timer , Set the MODE dial to , and press V ( ) on the control button. (Self-timer) indicator appears on the LCD screen. • If the menu is currently displayed, press MENU first to make the menu disappear. •...
  • Page 27: Selecting A Flash Mode

    Selecting a flash mode , Set the MODE dial to , and press v ( ) on the control button repeatedly to select a flash mode. The flash mode has the following features. No indicator (Auto): Based on the lighting conditions, the camera will decide if there is enough light, and will use the flash accordingly.
  • Page 28 Selecting a flash mode (continued) Shooting with the AF illuminator This is additional lighting provided to assist in focusing when shooting in dark places. Set [AF ILLUMINATOR] to [AUTO] in the SET UP settings (page 101). If you try to shoot under insufficient lighting conditions, appears the LCD screen;...
  • Page 29: Shooting With The Finder

    Shooting with the finder Finder DSPL/LCD ON/OFF The finder is convenient when you want to save battery power, or when it is difficult to confirm the image using the LCD screen. Each time you press DSPL/LCD ON/OFF, the display changes in the following order. All of the indicators are turned off The LCD screen is turned off.
  • Page 30: Inserting The Date And Time On A Still Image

    Inserting the date and time on a still image CAMERA MOVING IMAGE: MPEG MOVIE DATE/TIME: RED EYE REDUCTION: AF ILLUMINATOR: AUTO SELECT , Set the MODE dial to SET UP. The SET UP screen appears. • When images are shot with the date and time inserted, the date and time cannot be removed later.
  • Page 31: Shooting According To Scene Conditions (Scene Selection)

    Shooting according to scene conditions (scene selection) Twilight mode When shooting night scenes, shooting people at night, shooting landscapes, or shooting portraits, use the modes listed below to increase the quality of your images. Twilight mode Under dark lighting conditions, you can shoot using the Twilight mode, and still get good images.
  • Page 32 Shooting according to scene conditions (scene selection) (continued) MENU , Set the MODE dial to SCN, and press MENU. The menu appears. , Select [SCN] with b on the control button. , Select the desired mode with v/V on the control button. The mode is set to your choice.
  • Page 33: Deciding The Still Image Quality

    NR slow shutter The NR slow shutter mode removes noise from recorded images, providing clear images. When the scene selection mode and shutter speed value are as follows, the camera automatically enters the NR slow shutter mode and “NR” is indicated next to the shutter speed indicator.
  • Page 34: Image Size And Quality

    Image size and quality You can choose image size (number of pixels) and image quality (compression ratio) based on the kind of images you want to shoot. The larger you make the image size and the higher you make the image quality, the better your image, but also the larger the amount of data needed to preserve your image.
  • Page 35: Viewing Still Images

    Viewing images on the LCD screen of your camera Single Index (single-image) screen (nine-image) screen 101-0008 2003 7 4 10:30 BACK/NEXT VOLUME SINGLE DISPLAY You can view images shot with the camera almost immediately on the screen. You can select the following three methods for viewing images.
  • Page 36: Viewing On The Index (Nine- Or Triple-Image) Screen

    Viewing on the single-image screen (continued) 101-0003 2003 7 4 10:30 BACK/NEXT VOLUME , Select the desired still image with b/B on the control button. b : Displays the previous image. B : Displays the next image. Viewing on the index (nine- or triple-image) screen SINGLE DISPLAY , Press the SMART ZOOM W button once.
  • Page 37: Viewing Images On A Tv Screen

    Viewing images on a TV screen A/V connecting cable (supplied) USB ON/OFF switch A/V OUT (MONO) jack , Connect the A/V connecting cable to the A/V OUT (MONO) jack of the USB cradle and the audio/video input jacks of the If your TV has stereo type input jacks, connect the audio plug (black) of the A/V connecting cable to the Lch audio input...
  • Page 38 Viewing images on a TV screen (continued) 101-0002 2003 7 4 10:30 BACK/NEXT VOLUME , Set the MODE dial to , and turn on the camera. Press b/B on the control button to select the desired image. • When using the camera abroad, it may be necessary to switch the video output signal to match that of your TV system (page 102).
  • Page 39: Deleting Still Images

    Deleting images 101-0002 2003 7 4 10:30 BACK/NEXT VOLUME , Set the MODE dial to , and turn on the camera. Select the image you want to delete with b/B on the control button. FOLDER DELETE PROTECT DPOF MENU , Press MENU. Select [DELETE] with b/B on the control button, then press The image has not yet been deleted at this...
  • Page 40: Deleting On The Index (Nine-Image) Screen

    Deleting on the Index (nine-image) screen FOLDER DELETE PROTECT MENU , While an Index (nine-image) screen (page 36) is displayed, press MENU. Select [DELETE] with b/B on the control button, then press DELETE CANCEL DPOF , Select [SELECT] with b/B on the control button, then press To delete all the images in the folder Select [ALL IN FOLDER] with B on the...
  • Page 41: Deleting On The Index (Triple-Image) Screen

    DELETE EXIT , Press MENU. Select [OK] with B on the control button, then press z. “MEMORY STICK ACCESS” appears on the screen. When this message disappears, the images have been deleted. To cancel the deletion Select [EXIT] with b on the control button, then press z.
  • Page 42: 101-0002 2003 7 4 10:30 Pm

    Deleting on the Index (triple-image) screen (continued) DELETE CANCEL 101-0002 2003 7 4 BACK/NEXT , Select [OK] with v on the control button, then press z. “MEMORY STICK ACCESS” appears on the screen. When this message disappears, the image has been deleted. To cancel the deletion Select [CANCEL] with on the control...
  • Page 43: Formatting A "Memory Stick

    Formatting a “Memory Stick” , Insert the “Memory Stick” you want to format into the camera. Set the MODE dial to SET UP, and turn on the power. • The term “formatting” means preparing a “Memory Stick” to record images; this process is also called “initialization.”...
  • Page 44: Before Advanced Operations

    How to setup and operate your camera This section describes the most frequently used menus and the SET UP screen. Control button MODE dial MENU Changing menu settings a Press MENU. The menu appears. 2272 2272x1704 2272 ( 3 : 2 ) 1600x1200 1280x 960 640 x 480...
  • Page 45: Advanced Still Image Shooting

    Choosing a focus method MODE dial: P/SCN/ Multipoint AF The AF range finder frame widens. You can do auto fucus shooting not depending on composition. The number of AF range finders, the position or the width of the AF range finder differs depending on the subject.
  • Page 46: Af Lock Shooting Using Center Af

    AF lock shooting using Center AF Even if it is difficult to focus in AF shooting because the subject is not in the center of the frame, you can focus in this situation using Center AF. For example, when you are shooting two human subjects, and there is a gap between them, the camera may focus on the background visible in the gap.
  • Page 47: Setting The Distance To The Subject (Focus Preset)

    Setting the distance to the subject – Focus preset MODE dial: P/SCN/ When shooting an image using a previously set distance to the subject, or when shooting a subject through a net or through window glass, it is difficult to get the proper focus in auto focus mode.
  • Page 48: Spot Light-Metering

    c Select (EV) with b/B. The value of the exposure adjustment is displayed. d Select the exposure adjustment value. Select the exposure adjustment value with Make your adjustment while confirming the brightness of the background of the subject on the LCD screen.
  • Page 49: Adjusting Color Tones (White Balance)

    c Select (SPOT METER) with b/B, then select [ON] with The Spot light-metering aiming point is displayed. Spot light- metering aiming point SPOT METER d Aim the spot light-metering aiming point at the spot you want to shoot, then shoot your image.
  • Page 50: Adjusting The Flash Level

    Shooting techniques The color of the subject that you see will be captured according to the lighting conditions. Under the bright summer sun, everything will appear bluish, under a light sources like a light bulb, white objects will appear reddish. The human eye has an excellent ability to adjust.
  • Page 51: Shooting Multiple Frames (Clip Motion)

    Shooting multiple frames – Clip Motion MODE dial: You can shoot a number of still images consecutively (GIF animation). Because the file size is small, these images are ideal for use on a home page, or for attaching to an e- mail message.
  • Page 52: Shooting In Multi Burst Mode (Multi Burst)

    • If you do not complete Step 6, the image will not be saved in the “Memory Stick.” Up to that point, the image is saved temporarily in the camera. • In Clip Motion, the date and time cannot be inserted.
  • Page 53: Shooting Still Images For E-Mail (E-Mail)

    (For information on NTSC/PAL, see page 99.) 1/30 1/7.5 1/15 1/30 INTERVAL d Press the shutter button. 16 frames will be recorded as one image (image size: 1280×960). To delete shot images When using this mode, you cannot delete only certain frames. When you delete images, all 16 of the frames are deleted at the same time.
  • Page 54: Shooting Still Images With Audio Files (Voice)

    c Select [MODE] (REC MODE) with b/B, then select [E-MAIL] with v/V. d Shoot your image. To return to normal mode In Step 3, select [NORMAL]. • For instructions on how to attach your images to an e-mail message, refer to the Help files of the e-mail software you are using.
  • Page 55: Adding Special Effects (Picture Effect)

    Adding special effects – Picture Effect MODE dial: P/SCN/ You can add special effects to bring out the contrast in your images. SOLARIZE B&W Like an illustration In black and white with clearly delineated bright and dark portions SEPIA NEG.ART Colored to look like an Made to look like a old photograph...
  • Page 56: Creating A New Folder

    Creating a new folder a Set the MODE dial to SET UP. b Select (MEMORY STICK TOOL) with v/V, [CREATE REC. FOLDER] with B/v/V, and [OK] with B/v , then press z. The following screen appears. CREATE REC. FOLDER CREATING REC. FOLDER 102MSDCF READY? CANCEL c Select [OK] with v , then press...
  • Page 57: Advanced Still Image Viewing

    Selecting the folder for playback – Folder MODE dial: Select the folder that images you want to play back are stored. Control button MODE dial MENU a Set the MODE dial to b Press MENU. The menu appears. c Select [FOLDER] with b, then press z.
  • Page 58: Enlarging A Portion Of A Still Image

    Enlarging a portion of a still image MODE dial: You can enlarge an image up to five times the size of the original image. You can also record the enlarged image as a new file. Control button SMART ZOOM buttons MODE dial Enlarging an image –...
  • Page 59: Recording An Enlarged Image - Trimming

    Recording an enlarged image – Trimming a After you have viewed an image using playback zoom, press MENU. b Select [TRIMMING] with B, then press z. c Select the image size with v/V, then press z. The image is recorded, and the screen image returns to the size it was before enlargement.
  • Page 60: Rotating Still Images

    To skip to the next/previous image during slide show Press B (next), or b (previous). • The interval settings are just guidelines. The actual intervals differ, based on factors like the size of the image. Rotating still images MODE dial: Images shot when holding the camera vertically can be rotated and displayed horizontally.
  • Page 61: Still Image Editing

    Protecting images – Protect MODE dial: To prevent accidental erasure of an important image, you can protect it. Control button MODE dial MENU On the single screen a Set the MODE dial to b Display the image you want to protect with b/B.
  • Page 62: On The Index (Triple-Image) Screen

    f To protect other images, repeat Step 5. g Press MENU. h Select [OK] with B, then press The - mark turns white and the selected image is protected. To cancel the protection Select [CANCEL] in Step 4 or select [EXIT] in Step 8, then press z.
  • Page 63: Changing Image Size (Resize)

    Changing image size – Resize MODE dial: You can change the image size of a recorded image, and save it as a new file. You can resize to the following sizes. 2272×1704, 1600×1200, 1280×960, 640×480 The original image is retained even after resizing.
  • Page 64: Choosing Images To Print

    Choosing images to print – Print (DPOF) mark MODE dial: You can mark still images shot with your camera that you want to have printed. This function is convenient when you have images printed at a shop or using a printer that conforms with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard.
  • Page 65: On The Index (Triple-Image) Screen

    g Press MENU. h Select [OK] with B, then press The setting of the mark is completed. To delete the mark In Step 5, select the image you want to delete the mark with v/V/b/B, and press z. To delete all the marks from the images in the folder In Step 4, select [ALL IN FOLDER], then...
  • Page 66: Enjoying Movies

    Shooting movies MODE dial: You can shoot movies (MPEG movies). Before operation Set [MOVING IMAGE] to [MPEG MOVIE] in the SET UP settings (pages 44, 101). MODE dial Control button Shutter button MENU DSPL/LCD ON/OFF a Set the MODE dial to b Press MENU.
  • Page 67: Viewing Movies On The Lcd Screen

    Viewing movies on the LCD screen MODE dial: You can view movies on the LCD screen of the camera and hear sounds from the speaker of the camera. Control button MODE dial MENU Speaker DSPL/LCD ON/OFF a Set the MODE dial to b Select the desired movie with b/B.
  • Page 68: Deleting Movies

    Deleting movies MODE dial: You can delete unwanted movies. Control button MODE dial MENU On the single screen a Set the MODE dial to b Select the movie you want to delete with b/B. c Press MENU. The menu appears. d Select [DELETE] with b/B, then press z.
  • Page 69: On The Index (Triple-Image) Screen

    f Repeat Step 5 to delete other movies. g Press MENU. h Select [OK] with B, then press The movies are deleted when the “MEMORY STICK ACCESS” message disappears. To cancel the deletion In Step 8, select [EXIT]. To delete all the images in the folder In Step 4, select [ALL IN FOLDER], then press z.
  • Page 70: Editing Movies

    Editing movies MODE dial: You can cut movies, or delete unnecessary portions of movies. This is the recommended mode to use when the “Memory Stick” capacity is insufficient, or when you attach movies to your e-mail messages. The file numbers assigned when movies are cut The cut movies are assigned new numbers and recorded as the newest files in the...
  • Page 71: Deleting Unnecessary Portions Of Movies

    e Decide on a cutting point. Press z at the desired cutting point. 10/10 DIVIDE 00:00:02 DIVIDING POINT CANCEL EXIT When you want to adjust the cutting point, select [c/C] (frame forward/ rewind) and adjust the cutting point with b/ B. If you want to change the cutting point, select [CANCEL].
  • Page 72: Enjoying Images On Your Computer

    When neither a USB connector nor a “Memory Stick” slot is provided, you can copy images using an additional device. See the Sony Website for details. http://www.sony.net/ Contents of the CD-ROM x USB Driver This driver is needed in order to connect the camera to a computer.
  • Page 73: Installing The Usb Driver

    Installing the USB driver When using Windows XP, you need not install the USB driver. Once the USB driver is installed, you need not install the USB driver. a Turn on your computer, and insert the supplied CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. Do not connect your camera to your computer at this time.
  • Page 74 b Click [Next]. When “License Agreement” screen appears, click [Yes]. Read the agreement carefully. You must accept the terms of the agreement in order to proceed with installation. c Click [Next]. d Select the folder to be installed, then click [Next]. Select the program folder, then click [Next].
  • Page 75: Installing "Imagemixer

    The “Choose Setup Language” screen appears. • You can use the “PIXELA ImageMixer for Sony” software to copy, view and edit images. For details, see the software’s help files. b Select the desired language, then click [OK].
  • Page 76 c Make sure the USB ON/OFF switch is set to “ON” and connect the supplied USB cable to the (USB) jack of the USB cradle. USB ON/OFF switch USB cable d Connect the USB cable to your computer. • When using a desktop computer, connect the USB cable to the USB connector on the rear panel.
  • Page 77: Copying Images Using "Image Transfer

    For Windows 2000, Me, or XP users 1 Double-click on the task tray. 2 Click (Sony DSC), then click [Stop]. 3 Confirm the device on the confirmation window, then click [OK]. 4 Click [OK]. This step is unnecessary for Windows XP users.
  • Page 78: Changing "Image Transfer" Settings

    3 If you find either of the devices above, follow the steps below to delete them. 1 Click [ Sony DSC] or [ Sony Handycam]. 2 Click [Remove]. (In case of Windows 2000, click [Uninstall].) The “Confirm Device Removal”...
  • Page 79: Viewing The Images On Your Computer

    • When using Windows XP, double-click [Start] t [My Documents] in that order. • You can use the “PIXELA ImageMixer for Sony” software to view and edit images on your computer. For details, see the software’s help files. b Double-click the desired folder and image file.
  • Page 80: Image File Storage Destinations And File Names

    Image file storage destinations and file names The image files recorded with your camera are grouped as folders in the “Memory Stick.” Example: when viewing folders on Windows Me The data stored in the “100MSDCF” or “MSSONY” folder was recorded using the camera not equipped with the folder creating function.
  • Page 81 Folder File name 101MSDCF to DSC0ssss.JPG 999MSDCF DSC0ssss.JPE DSC0ssss.MPG CLP0ssss.GIF CLP0ssss.THM MBL0ssss.GIF MBL0ssss.THM MOV0ssss.MPG Note on the table • The meanings of the file names are as above: ssss stands for any number within the range from 0001 to 9999. •...
  • Page 82: Copying Images To Your Computer - For Macintosh Users

    When neither a USB connector nor a “Memory Stick” slot is provided, you can copy images using an additional device. See the Sony Website for details. http://www.sony.net/ Steps your OS requires Follow the steps below, according to your...
  • Page 83 The image file opens. • You can use the “PIXELA ImageMixer for Sony” software to copy images to your computer and to view images on your computer. For details on installing, see operating instructions supplied with the CD- ROM.
  • Page 84: Troubleshooting

    Install the battery pack while pushing the battery eject lever down using the front edge of the battery pack (page 11). p Properly install the battery pack (page 11). p Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. p Properly connect the AC power adaptor (page 11).
  • Page 85 Symptom Cause The battery remaining • You have used the camera for a long time in an indicator is incorrect. Or extremely hot or an extremely cold location. the sufficient battery • The battery pack is dead (page 105). remaining indicator is •...
  • Page 86 Shooting still images / movies Symptom Cause The LCD screen is not • The power was turned off with the LCD screen turned on even when the turned off the last time you used the camera. power is turned on. The subject is not visible •...
  • Page 87 Symptom Cause You cannot shoot images. • No “Memory Stick” is inserted. • The capacity of the “Memory Stick” is insufficient. • The write-protect switch on the “Memory Stick” is set to the LOCK position. • You cannot shoot while the flash is charging. •...
  • Page 88 Symptom Cause The images cannot be — played back on a computer. “USB MODE NORMAL” or • The camera is communicating with the “USB MODE PTP” computer. appears on the screen. Unknown beeps are heard • These beeps are heard when the auto focus is from the camera while working.
  • Page 89 Connect the camera and your computer correctly (page 75). p Follow the copy procedure for your OS (pages 77, 78, 82). p If you are using the “PIXELA ImageMixer for Sony” software, click on HELP. p If you are using the “Image Transfer” software, see page 77...
  • Page 90 [Basic] setting (page 78). p Make a USB connection when the computer is turned on (page 75). p If you are using the “PIXELA ImageMixer for Sony” software, click on HELP. p Consult the computer or software manufacturer.
  • Page 91 Others Symptom Cause The camera does not • You are not using an “InfoLITHIUM” battery work, no operations can pack. be performed. • The battery level is low or zero (The indicator appears.). • The AC power adaptor is not connected securely.
  • Page 92: Warnings And Messages

    Warnings and messages The following messages appear on the LCD screen. Message Meaning/ Corrective Action NO MEMORY STICK • Insert a “Memory Stick” (page 20). SYSTEM ERROR • Turn the power off and on again (page 16). MEMORY STICK ERROR •...
  • Page 93 Message Meaning/ Corrective Action • The battery level is low or zero. Charge the battery (page 11). 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. •...
  • Page 94: Self-Diagnosis Display

    E:92: ss If your camera is not still functioning well after trying the countermeasure a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or local autholized Sony service facility and inform them of the 5-digit code. Example: E:61:10 Countermeasure •...
  • Page 95: Additional Information

    The number of images that can be saved/ shooting time The number of images that can be saved and the shooting time are different, depending on the capacity of the “Memory Stick,” the image size, and the image quality. Refer to the following charts when you choose a “Memory Stick.”...
  • Page 96: Menu Items

    Menu items Menu items that can be changed differ depending on the position of the MODE dial. The LCD screen shows only the items you can operate based on the current position of the MODE dial. Factory settings are indicated with x. When the MODE dial is set to Item Setting...
  • Page 97 Item Setting 400 / 200 / 100 / xAUTO (IMAGE SIZE) x2272×1704 / 2272 (3:2) / 1600×1200 / 1280×960 / 640×480 (P.QUALITY) xFINE / STANDARD MODE (REC MODE) VOICE E-MAIL xNORMAL (FLASH LEVEL) HIGH xNORMAL PFX (P.EFFECT) SOLARIZE / B&W / SEPIA / NEG.ART / xOFF (SHARPNESS) +2 / +1 / x0 / –1 / –2...
  • Page 98 Item Setting (IMAGE SIZE) 320 (HQX) / 320×240 / x160×112 Selects the MPEG image size when recording movies (page 66). PFX (P.EFFECT) SOLARIZE / B&W / SEPIA / NEG.ART / xOFF When the MODE dial is set to Item Setting (EV) +2.0EV / +1.7EV / +1.3EV / +1.0EV / +0.7EV / +0.3EV / x0EV...
  • Page 99 When the MODE dial is set to Item Setting (EV) +2.0EV / +1.7EV / +1.3EV / +1.0EV / +0.7EV / +0.3EV / x0EV / −0.3EV / −0.7EV / −1.0EV / −1.3EV / −1.7EV / −2.0EV ∞ / 7.0m / 3.0m / 1.0m / 0.5m / 9 (FOCUS) CENTER AF / x MULTI AF WB (WHITE BAL)
  • Page 100 When the MODE dial is set to Item Setting FOLDER OK/CANCEL DELETE CANCEL PROTECT — DPOF — SLIDE INTERVAL IMAGE REPEAT START CANCEL RESIZE 2272×1704 / 1600×1200 / 1280×960 / 640×480 / CANCEL ROTATE (counter-clockwise) / (clockwise) / OK / CANCEL DIVIDE OK / CANCEL Description...
  • Page 101: Set Up Items

    SET UP items Set the MODE dial to SET UP. The SET UP screen appears. Factory settings are indicated with x. (CAMERA) Item Setting MOVING IMAGE MPEG MOVIE MULTI BURST DATE/TIME DAY & TIME RED EYE REDUCTION ON / AF ILLUMINATOR AUTO / OFF (MEMORY STICK TOOL) Item...
  • Page 102 (SETUP 1) Item Setting BRIGHT/ BRIGHTNESS xNORMAL/ DARK LCD BACKLIGHT BRIGHT/ NORMAL BEEP SHUTTER POWER SAVE x ON / OFF (SETUP 2) Item Setting FILE NUMBER SERIES RESET USB CONNECT PTP/xNORMAL VIDEO OUT NTSC / LANGUAGE — CLOCK SET OK / CANCEL Description Selects the LCD brightness.
  • Page 103: Precautions

    Precautions Cleaning Cleaning the LCD screen Clean the screen surface with an LCD cleaning kit (not supplied) to remove fingerprints, dust, etc. Cleaning the lens Wipe the lens with a soft cloth to remove fingerprints, dust, etc. Cleaning the camera surface Clean the camera surface with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water, then wipe the surface with a dry cloth.
  • Page 104: The "Memory Stick

    The “Memory Stick” “Memory Stick” is a new compact, portable and versatile IC recording medium with a data capacity that exceeds the capacity of a floppy disk. You can use the “Memory Stick” as an external recording media that can be attached or removed as well as exchanging data between the units.
  • Page 105: The "Infolithium" Battery Pack

    The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack What is the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack? The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that has functions for communicating information related to operating conditions of your camera. The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack calculates the power consumption according to the operating conditions of your camera, and displays the remaining battery time in minutes.
  • Page 106: Specifications

    Specifications System Image device 8.98 mm (1/1.8 type) color Primary color filter Total pixels number of camera Approx. 4 130 000 pixels Effective pixels number of camera Approx. 3 950 000 pixels Lens f=7.65 mm (35 mm camera conversion: 37mm inches)) F2.8 Exposure control...
  • Page 107 Accessories • NP-FC10 battery pack (1) • AC-LM5 AC power adaptor (1) • UC-FA USB cradle • USB cable (1) • A/V connecting cable (1) • Power cord (mains lead) (1) • Wrist strap (1) • “Memory Stick” (16MB) (1) •...
  • Page 108: The Lcd Screen

    The LCD screen For shooting still images SOLARIZE A Image size indicator (21, 34) B Recording mode indicator (51–54) C AE/AF lock indicator (22, 46) D Battery remaining indicator (13) F2.8 E Flash mode (27)/Red-eye reduction (27)/White balance indicator (49)/AF illuminator indicator (28, 101)/Program mode indicator (45) F Scene selection indicator (31)
  • Page 109 For shooting movies A Recording mode indicator (66) B Battery remaining indicator (13) C White balance indicator (49) D Picture effect indicator (55) E Spot light-metering aiming point (49) F AF range finder (45) G Image size indicator (66) H Recording time (Maximum recordable time) indicator (95)/ Self-diagnosis display (94) I Recording folder indicator (55)
  • Page 110 For still image playback 12/12 x1.3 BACK/NEXT VOLUME A Change folder indicator (57) B Recording mode indicator (53) C Volume indicator (54)/Protect mark indicator (61)/Print (DPOF) mark indicator (64) D Zoom indicator (58) E Folder-file number (81) F Playback folder indicator (57) G Recording folder indicator (55) H Remaining “Memory Stick”...
  • Page 111: Index

    Index Symbols “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack ...11, 105 A/V connecting cable ...37 Access lamp ...20 AE/AF lock ...22, 46 AE/AF lock lamp ...9 AF ILLUMINATOR ...101 AF illuminator ...8, 28 AF lock ...46 AF lock lamp (green) ...9 Auto focus mode ...45 Auto Power Off feature ...16 Battery pack Battery life ...13...
  • Page 112 Formatting a “Memory Stick” ... 43 Inserting a “Memory Stick” ... 20 Number of shooting images ... 34 The number of images that can be saved/ shooting time ... 95 Menu Changing menu ... 44 MODE dial ... 9 Moisture condensation ... 103 Movie Continuous shooting ...
  • Page 113 Warnings and messages ...92 Zoom Playback zoom ...58 Using the smart zoom ...24...
  • Page 116 Printed on 100% recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. Sony Corporation Printed in Japan Additional information on this product and answers to frequent asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website.

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