Page 2: How To Use This Handbook
How to use this handbook Click on a button at upper right to jump to the corresponding page. Search for information by function. Search for information by operation. Search for information in a listing of HOME/MENU items. Search for information by keyword. Marks and notations used in this handbook In this handbook, the sequence of operations is shown by arrows (t).You...
Page 3: Notes On Using The Camera
Notes on using the camera Notes on the types of “Memory Stick” that you can use (not supplied) “Memory Stick Duo”: You can use a “Memory Stick Duo” with the camera. “Memory Stick”: You cannot use a “Memory Stick” with the camera. Other memory cards cannot be used.
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Notes on using the camera How to use this handbook····································· 2 Notes on using the camera ··································· 3 Operation Search ·················································· 7 HOME/MENU Search ··········································· 9 Using the touch panel ········································· 14 Changing the DISP (screen display) setting ······· 15 Album/Photo Library Function (DSC-T700 only)···...
Page 5 Viewing Viewing still images············································· 36 Image Index ························································ 37 Slideshow···························································· 38 Delete·································································· 41 Wide Zoom·························································· 42 Temporarily Rotated Display······························· 43 Viewing movies ··················································· 44 Scrapbook (DSC-T700 only) ······························· 45 HOME HOME items·························································· 9 MENU (Shooting) MENU items (Shooting) ······································ 11 MENU (Viewing) MENU items (Viewing) ········································...
Page 6 Computer Enjoying your Windows computer····················· 122 Installing the software (supplied)······················· 124 On “PMB (Picture Motion Browser)” (supplied) ····125 Enjoying images on your computer (DSC-T700)······················································· 126 Uploading images to a media service (DSC-T700 only) ··············································· 130 Enjoying images on your computer (DSC-T77)··· 132 Using the “Music Transfer”...
Page 7: Operation Search
Operation Search Leaving the settings to the camera Shooting portraits Shooting food arrangements Shooting close to objects Shooting moving objects Shooting without blur Shooting with backlight Shooting in dark places Auto Adjustment ·················································· 19 Scene Selection ··················································· 20 Scene Recognition ··············································...
Page 8 Adjusting exposure Changing focus position Deleting images Displaying enlarged images Displaying full-screen images Editing images Playing back a series of images in order Initializing settings Printing images Viewing on TVs Information about optional accessories Histogram ······························································ 16 ······································································ 34, 86 Using the touch panel ········································...
Page 9: Home/Menu Search
HOME/MENU Search HOME items On the HOME screen, camera operations are organized for convenience into broad categories for selection, such as shooting, viewing and printing images. 1 Touch to display the HOME screen. 2 Touch the desired category t desired item t Press the shutter button halfway down to return to shooting mode.
Page 10: Manage Memory
Print Items Print Manage Memory Items Memory Tool – Memory Stick Tool Memory Tool – Internal Memory Tool Settings Items Main Settings – Main Settings 1 Main Settings – Main Settings 2 Shooting Settings – Shooting Settings 1 Shooting Settings –...
Page 11: Menu Items (Shooting)
MENU items (Shooting) Here the functions that can be used on the screen that appears in shooting mode are displayed for easy setting. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. 2 Touch to display the Menu screen. 3 Touch the menu item t desired mode t appears when the desired item is already selected.
Page 12: Menu Items (Viewing)
MENU items (Viewing) Here the functions that can be used on the screen that appears in view mode are displayed for easy setting. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 Touch to display the Menu screen. 3 Touch the menu item t desired mode t appears when the desired item is already selected.
Page 13 DSC-T77 View Mode Menu items Date View (Date List) (Event List) — (Select Folder) — (View Mode) (Filter by Faces) (Slideshow) (Add / Remove Favorites) (Retouch) (Paint) (Multi-Purpose Resize) (Delete) (Protect) DPOF (Print) (Rotate) (Volume Settings) Note • Only the available items are displayed on the screen. Memory Stick Duo Event View Favorites...
Page 14: Using The Touch Panel
Using the touch panel You can make function settings on the camera by touching buttons displayed on the screen. Notes • To operate the touch panel, press it lightly with your finger or the supplied paint pen. Pressing excessively hard or using a pointed object other than the supplied paint pen could damage the touch panel.
Page 15: Changing The Disp (Screen Display) Setting
Changing the DISP (screen display) setting Touch on the screen to change to the display selection screen. Note • Settings other than [Brightness] should be made separately for shooting and playback. Display Setup This sets whether or not to display the operation buttons and icons on the screen. (Normal) The operation buttons and the icons are displayed.
Page 16: Disp (Screen Display) Wide Zoom
Wide Zoom In single-image mode, 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. Note • Wide Zoom is not available for movies or 16:9 images. Histogram A histogram is a graph showing the brightness of an image.
Page 17: Album/Photo Library Function (Dsc-T700 Only)
Album/Photo Library Function (DSC-T700 only) The camera has approximately 4 GB* of internal memory. Even when there is no “Memory Stick Duo” inserted in the camera, you can use this internal memory to record images and enjoy viewing images shot in the past. In addition, “PMB” in the CD-ROM (supplied) lets you further enjoy images in various ways.
Page 18: Using The Internal Memory (Dsc-T77 Only)
Using the internal memory (DSC-T77 only) The camera has approximately 15 MB of internal memory. This memory is not removable. Even when there is no “Memory Stick Duo” inserted in the camera, you can record images using this internal memory. Internal memory Note...
Page 19: Auto Adjustment
Auto Adjustment Allows you to shoot still images with the setting adjusted automatically. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (REC Mode) t If you shoot a still image of a subject that is difficult to focus on •...
Page 20: Scene Selection
Scene Selection Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. 2 Select the desired mode. To select (REC Mode) t desired mode t To select (REC Mode) t desired mode t (High Sensitivity) Allows you to shoot images without a...
Page 21: Hi-Speed Shutter
(Fireworks) Allows you to record fireworks in all their splendor. (Underwater) Allows you to shoot underwater in natural colors in housing. (Hi-Speed Shutter) Allows you to capture fast moving subjects outdoors or in other bright places. • The shutter speed becomes faster, so images shot in dark places become darker.
Page 22: Smile Shutter
Smile Shutter When the camera detects a smile, the shutter is released automatically. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (REC Mode) t (Smile icon) 3 Wait detecting a smile. When the smile level exceeds the b point on the indicator, the camera records images automatically.
Page 23: Easy Shooting
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 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (REC Mode) t Note •...
Page 24: Program Auto
Program Auto Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value). The setting buttons for Focus, Metering Mode, ISO and EV will appear on the bottom of the screen. Also you can select various settings using the menu. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode.
Page 25: Movie Mode
Movie Mode Allows you to record movies with audio. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (REC Mode) t (Movie Mode) t 3 Press the shutter button fully down. 4 To stop recording, press the shutter button fully down again.
Page 26: Zoom
Zoom You can enlarge the image when shooting. The camera’s optical zoom function can enlarge images up to 4×. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. 2 Move the zoom (W/T) lever. Move the zoom (W/T) lever to the T side to zoom and move to the W side to return.
Page 27: Self-Timer
Self-Timer 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (Self-Timer) t desired mode t (Off) Not using the self-timer (Self-Timer Setting the 10-second delay self-timer 10sec) When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes and a beep sounds until the shutter operates.
Page 28: Macro/Close Focus
Macro/Close focus Use this setting to capture beautiful close-up images of small subjects such as insects or flowers. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (Macro) t desired mode t (Auto) The camera adjusts the focus automatically from distant subjects to close-up.
Page 29: Flash
Flash 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (Flash) t desired mode t (Flash Auto) Flashes when there is insufficient light or backlight. (Flash On) Flash always operates. (Slow Flash always operates. Synchro) The shutter speed is slow in a dark place to clearly shoot the background that is out of flash light.
Page 30: Focus
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. The following steps are used in movies, see page 88.
Page 31 Note • 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. Quickly choosing the priority subject Touching the screen displays a frame, and then pressing the shutter button halfway down brings the frame into...
Page 32: Metering Mode
Metering Mode Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the exposure. The following steps are used in when shooting movies, see page 87. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (REC Mode) t (Metering Mode) t desired mode t (Multi)
Page 33: Iso
Adjusts the luminous sensitivity. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (REC Mode) t (ISO) t desired number t (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). Notes •...
Page 34 You can adjust the exposure manually in 1/3 EV steps in a range of –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV. The following steps are used in (Program Auto) mode. For details on other shooting modes, see page 86. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (REC Mode) t (Program Auto) t (EV) t desired number t...
Page 35 Adjusting 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. Exposure: Overexposure = too much light Whitish image Correct exposure Underexposure = too little light...
Page 36: Viewing Still Images
Viewing still images 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 Select an image with Viewing an enlarged image (playback zoom) 1 Touch the area you want to enlarge. The image is enlarged to twice the previous size, with the area you touched at the center. You can also enlarge the image by moving the zoom (W/T) lever to the T side.
Page 37: Image Index
Image Index Displays multiple images on the screen at the same time. To return to the single-image screen, touch the thumbnail image on the index screen. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (Image Index) t touch Changing the display format Touch (View Mode) to change the way images are displayed (View Mode).
Page 38: Slideshow
Slideshow Images are automatically played back in succession along with effects and music. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (Slideshow) t desired mode t [Start] 3 Touch the screen and then touch [Exit] to end the slideshow.
Page 39 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. Basic A basic slideshow suitable for a wide range of scenes. Nostalgic A moody slideshow reproducing the atmosphere of a movie scene.
Page 40 Interval Sets the screen switching interval. The setting is fixed to [Auto] when [Simple] is not selected as the [Effects]. 1 sec Sets the display interval of images for a [Simple] slideshow. 3 sec 5 sec 10 sec Auto The interval is set to suit the selected [Effects] item. Repeat Turns slideshow repeat on or off.
Page 41: Delete
Delete Deleting images in single-image mode 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 Display the image you want to delete t (Delete) t [OK] Deleting images in index mode 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
Page 42: Wide Zoom
Wide Zoom In single-image mode, 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. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
Page 43: Temporarily Rotated Display
Temporarily Rotated Display This is used in the single-image mode to temporarily rotate an image and enlarge it on the screen. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 Select the vertical orientation image t touch (Temporarily Rotated Display). 3 To cancel the display, touch Rotated Display) again.
Page 44: Viewing Movies
Viewing movies 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 Select a movie with 3 Touch B (Playback). Button Notes • Movies of image size [320] are displayed in a smaller size. • You may not be able to play back some images shot using other cameras. Touch [Folder View] from (View Images 1) or Playback in [Image Only] mode...
Page 45: Scrapbook (Dsc-T700 Only)
Scrapbook (DSC-T700 only) The camera automatically presents images against a background like a homemade photo album. You can also save images against different backgrounds. (View Images 2) t [Scrapbook] t 2 Turn the page with Touch an image to close-up the image. Touch the image again to cancel the close-up. Button Save Background Select...
Page 46 To select the save method You can save scrapbook images by the following methods. [Save This Page]: Saves the page you are currently viewing. [Select pages and save]: Selects and saves multiple images. 1Touch 2Repeat step 1 to select more images. 3Touch [Save All Pages in Scrapbook]: Saves all images in the scrapbook.
Page 47 Date View Separates the images by the date. This is useful for checking when you took particular photos because the images are divided up by date. 1 DSC-T700: (View Images 1) t [Date View] t DSC-T77: (View Images) t [Date View] t 2 Select the date you want to display with Notes •...
Page 48 Event View Automatically separates images by date and frequency, and displays the images in groups. 1 DSC-T700: (View Images 1) t [Event View] DSC-T77: (View Images) t [Event View] t 2 Select the event group you want to display with Notes •...
Page 49 Favorites Displays images for each Favorites group in which you have registered images (page 104). 1 DSC-T700: (View Images 1) t [Favorites] t DSC-T77: (View Images) t [Favorites] t 2 Touch the Favorites number you want to display. Notes • This item is not displayed when the internal memory is used to record images (DSC-T77 only). •...
Page 50 Folder View Displays images for each folder created using [Create REC.Folder] of the [Memory Tool]. 1 DSC-T700: (View Images 1) t [Folder View] DSC-T77: (View Images) t [Folder View] t 2 Select the folder you want to display with On the folders •...
Page 51: Download Music
Download Music You can use “Music Transfer” in the CD-ROM (supplied) to add or change background music tracks. 1 DSC-T700: (View Images 2) t [Music Tool] t t [Download Music] t DSC-T77: (Slideshow) t [Music Tool] t t [Download Music] t 2 Make a USB connection between the camera and a computer, and add or change music files (pages 136, 139).
Page 52: Format Music
Format Music You can use “Music Transfer” in the CD-ROM (supplied) to 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 DSC-T700: (View Images 2) t [Music Tool] t t [Format Music] t...
Page 53: Format
Format Formats the “Memory Stick Duo” or the internal memory. A commercially available “Memory Stick Duo” is already formatted, and can be used immediately. (Manage Memory) t [Memory Tool] t t [Format] t t [OK] Note • Note that formatting permanently erases all data including even protected images.
Page 54 Create REC.Folder Creates a folder in the recording media for recording images. Images are recorded in the newly created folder until you create another folder or select another recording folder. (Manage Memory) t [Memory Tool] t t [Create REC.Folder] t [OK] Notes •...
Page 55 Change REC.Folder Changes the folder currently used for recording images. (Manage Memory) t [Memory Tool] t t [Change REC.Folder] t 2 Select the folder you want to record t Touch [OK]. Notes • This item is not displayed when the internal memory is used to record images (DSC-T77 only). •...
Page 56 Copy (DSC-T77 only) Copies all images in the internal memory to a “Memory Stick Duo”. 1 Insert a “Memory Stick Duo” into the camera. (Manage Memory) t [Memory Tool] t t [Copy] t 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.
Page 57 Beep Selects the sound produced when you operate the camera. (Settings) t [Main Settings] t t [Beep] t t desired mode t Shutter Turns on the shutter sound when you press the shutter button. Turns on the beep/shutter sound when you operate the touch panel/ press the shutter button.
Page 58: Function Guide
Function Guide You can select whether or not function guide is displayed when you operate the camera. (Settings) t [Main Settings] t t [Function Guide] t mode t Displays the function guide. Does not display the function guide. Note • The guide is displayed during playback even if this is set to [Off]. t desired...
Page 59: Initialize
Initialize Initializes the setting to the default setting. Even if you execute this function, the images are retained. (Settings) t [Main Settings] t t [Initialize] t t [OK] Notes • The Password Lock is not released even if you initialize the settings (DSC-T700 only). •...
Page 60 Calibration Enables you to perform calibration when the touch panel buttons do not react at the appropriate points where you touch. (Settings) t [Main Settings] t t [Calibration] t 2 Using the paint pen, touch the center of the × mark displayed on the screen in order.
Page 61 Housing Changes the function of some buttons to operate the camera when installed in the Housing (waterproof case). Refer also to the operating instructions supplied with the Housing. (Settings) t [Main Settings] t t [Housing] t On ( Changes the function of the buttons. Does not change any functions.
Page 62: Demo Mode
Demo Mode You can set whether to view a demonstration of the Smile Shutter and Scene Recognition. (Settings) t [Main Settings] t t [Demo Mode] t Demonstrates the Scene Recognition and Smile Shutter mode. Does not perform a demonstration. Select this setting when shooting using the Smile Shutter.
Page 63: Usb Connect
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. (Settings) t [Main Settings] t t [USB Connect] t Auto The camera recognizes automatically and sets up communication with a computer or PictBridge compliant printer (pages 126, 132 and 142).
Page 64 LUN Settings (DSC-T700 only) Sets the display method for the recording media displayed on a computer screen or other monitor when the camera is connected with a computer or AV component using a USB connection. (Settings) t [Main Settings] t t [LUN Settings] t Multi The images both on the “Memory Stick Duo”...
Page 65 COMPONENT Selects the video signal output type from SD and HD(1080i), according to the TV connected (page 119). (Settings) t [Main Settings] t t [COMPONENT] t HD(1080i) 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.
Page 66: Video Out
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 (page 121).
Page 67: Tv Type
TV TYPE Set to the aspect ratio of television to be connected for playback. (Settings) t [Main Settings] t t [TV TYPE] t 16:9 Selects this item to play back the images on a wide screen television. Selects this item to play back the images on a 4:3 ratio television. t desired mode t...
Page 68 Password Lock (DSC-T700 only) You can set a password to prevent the playback of images in the internal memory. (Settings) t [Main Settings] t t [Password Lock] t Setting the password lock 1 The password setting screen appears t Input the 4-digit number of your choice t [OK] 2 The password re-input screen appears t Input the same 4-digit number again t [OK] t [OK]...
Page 69 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 (Settings) t [Shooting Settings] t t [AF Illuminator] t Auto...
Page 70: Grid Line
Grid Line With reference to the grid lines, you can easily set a subject in a horizontal/vertical position. (Settings) t [Shooting Settings] t t [Grid Line] t Displays the grid lines. The grid lines are not recorded. Does not display the grid lines. t desired mode t...
Page 71 AF Mode Selects the auto focus operation mode. (Settings) t [Shooting Settings] t t [AF Mode] t Single Automatically adjusts the focus when you press and hold the shutter button halfway down. This mode is useful for shooting stationary subjects. Monitor Automatically adjusts the focus before you press and hold the shutter button halfway down.
Page 72: Digital Zoom
Digital Zoom Selects the digital zoom mode. The camera enlarges the image using optical zoom (up to 4×). When the zoom scale is exceeded, the camera uses either smart or precision digital zoom. (Settings) t [Shooting Settings] t t [Digital Zoom] t Smart ( Enlarges the image digitally within the range where the image will not be distorted, according to the image size.
Page 73: Auto Orientation
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. (Settings) t [Shooting Settings] t t [Auto Orientation] t mode t Records the image with the correct orientation. Does not use Auto Orientation.
Page 74: Auto Review
Auto Review Displays the recorded image on the screen for approximately two seconds immediately after shooting a still image. (Settings) t [Shooting Settings] t t [Auto Review] t Uses the Auto Review. Does not use Auto Review. Shooting another image without delay •...
Page 75: Clock Settings
Clock Settings Sets the date and time. (Settings) t [Clock Settings] t t [Clock Settings] t 2 Desired date display format t each item and set its numeric value t [OK] Midnight is indicated as 12:00 AM, and noon as 12:00 PM. Note •...
Page 76: Language Setting
Language Setting Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. (Settings) t [Language Setting] t t [Language Setting] t t desired mode t...
Page 77: Image Size
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.
Page 78 When shooting movies The larger the image size, the higher the image quality. The higher the number of frames per second, the smoother the playback image. Movie image size 640(Fine) (640×480) 640(Standard) (640×480) 320 (320×240) Notes • You cannot record movies with the size set to [640(Fine)] to the internal memory (DSC-T77 only). •...
Page 79: Scene Recognition
Scene Recognition The camera automatically detects shooting conditions, and then takes the shot. Current setting icon 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), When the camera does not recognize the scene, the image is recorded with the same settings as Scene Recognition [Off].
Page 80 Notes • Scene Recognition does not function in the following situations. – When shooting in Macro/Close focus enabled mode – During burst shooting – When using digital zoom • The available flash settings are • When Face Detection function is set to [When touched], the default setting for Face Detection is set to [Auto] if Scene Recognition is set to anything other than [Off] before the screen is touched.
Page 81 Flash (Easy Shooting) Selects the flash setting from 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (REC Mode) t t [Flash] t desired mode t Auto Flash strobes when there is insufficient light or backlight. Does not use the flash. in Easy Shooting mode.
Page 82: Face Detection
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.
Page 83 Making 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.
Page 84: Smile Detection Sensitivity
Smile Detection Sensitivity Sets the sensitivity of the Smile Shutter function for detecting smiles. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (REC Mode) t (Smile Detection Sensitivity) t desired mode t (Low) Detects a big smile. (Medium) Detects a normal smile.
Page 85: Burst
REC Mode You can select Normal (single-image), Burst or Exposure Bracket as the shooting mode. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (REC Mode) t desired mode t (Normal) Records a single image. (Burst) Records up to 100 images in succession when you press and hold down the shutter button.
Page 86 You can adjust the exposure manually in 1/3 EV steps in a range of –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV. For details on EV setting in (Program Auto) mode, see page 34. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (EV) t desired number t Notes •...
Page 87 Metering Mode (Movie) Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the exposure. For details on metering modes in 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (REC Mode) t (Metering Mode) t desired mode (Multi) Divides into multiple regions and measures each region.
Page 88 Focus (Movie) You can change the focus method. Use the menu when it is difficult to get the proper focus in auto focus mode. For details on focus methods in 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (REC Mode) t (Focus) t desired mode t (Multi AF)
Page 89: White Balance
White Balance Adjusts color tones according to the surrounding light conditions. Use this function if image color appears unnatural. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (White Balance) t desired mode (Auto) Adjusts the white balance automatically so that the colors appear natural.
Page 90 Effects of lighting conditions The apparent color of the subject is affected by the lighting conditions. The color tones are adjusted automatically in the Auto Adjustment mode, but you can adjust color tones manually using the White Balance function. Weather/lighting Daylight Characteristics of White (standard)
Page 91: Underwater White Balance
Underwater White Balance Adjusts the color tone during 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (REC Mode) t (Underwater) t (Underwater White Balance) t desired mode t (Auto) The camera automatically adjusts color tones underwater so they appear natural.
Page 92: Flash Level
Flash Level Adjusts the amount of flash light. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (REC Mode) t (Flash Level) t desired mode t (–) Makes the flash level lower. (Standard) Makes the flash level higher. Note •...
Page 93: Anti Blink
Anti Blink Images of subjects who are not blinking can be automatically selected and saved when Snap) is selected in the Scene Selection. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (REC Mode) t (Anti Blink) t desired mode t When the Face Detection function is active, the camera switches to (Auto) the optimal settings when it detects that the subject’s eyes are...
Page 94: Red Eye Reduction
Red Eye Reduction The flash strobes two or more times before shooting to reduce the red-eye phenomenon when using the flash. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (Red Eye Reduction) t desired mode t (Auto) When the Face Detection function is activated, the flash strobes automatically to reduce the red-eye phenomenon.
Page 95 The camera analyzes the shooting scene and automatically corrects the brightness and contrast to improve the image quality. DRO is an abbreviation for “Dynamic Range Optimizer,” a function that automatically optimizes the difference between light and dark parts of an image. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode.
Page 96: Color Mode
Color Mode You can change the brightness of the image, accompanied by effects. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (Color Mode) t desired mode t (Normal) Sets the image to standard color. (Vivid) Sets the image to bright and deep color. (Sepia) Sets the image to sepia color.
Page 97 SteadyShot Selects the anti-blur mode. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (SteadyShot) t desired mode t (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.
Page 98 Hints 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.” Camera shake Cause: Your hands or body shake while you hold the camera and press the shutter button, and the entire screen is blurred.
Page 99: Date List
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. (View Mode) t (Date List) t 4 Select the date you want to display from the calendar.
Page 100: Event List
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.
Page 101: Select Folder
Select Folder When multiple folders are created, 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. (View Mode) t (Select Folder) t t [OK] folder with...
Page 102: View Mode
View Mode Allows you to select the display format for viewing multiple images. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (View Mode) t desired mode t (Date View) Displays images by the date. Touch specific date with a calendar display. (Event View) Analyzes the dates shots and frequency, automatically organizes...
Page 103: Filter By Faces
Filter by Faces This feature filters images and displays them. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (Filter by Faces) t desired mode (Off) Images are not filtered. (All people) Images are filtered according to specified conditions and then displayed.
Page 104 Add / Remove Favorites Select your favorite image and add/remove from groups as Favorites. mark is displayed for registered images. Notes • When the view mode is set to [Folder View], you cannot add or remove images as Favorites. • This item is not displayed when the internal memory is used (DSC-T77 only). Registering the currently displayed image 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to...
Page 105 Adding all images in the date range or event group 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (View Mode) t 3 Touch to select the date or event you want to register. (Add / Remove Favorites) t (Add All in Event) t want to add the image t [OK] Removing all images in the date range or event...
Page 106 Add / Remove Sharemark (DSC-T700 only) This camera comes with the “PMB Portable” application to make it easy to upload images to a media service. You can easily find the images to be uploaded by registering them as Sharemark images. mark is displayed for registered images.
Page 107 Adding all images in the date range or event group 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (View Mode) t 3 Touch to select the date or event you want to register. (Add / Remove Sharemark) t (Add All in Event) t you want to add the image t [OK] Removing all images in the date range or event...
Page 108: Trimming
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. (Retouch) t desired mode t (Trimming) Records the zoomed playback image.
Page 109 (Fisheye Applies a fisheye effect around a Lens) chosen point. Touch the center point of the desired image to retouch t level of retouch with [OK] (Cross Filter) Adds starburst effects to light sources. Adjust the desired length to retouch with retouch with (Radial Blur)
Page 110: Paint
Paint Paints or adds stamps to a still image and records it as a new file. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (Paint) t 3 Draw on the image using the paint pen (supplied). 4 Touch the button t select the saved image size t [OK] Button Save...
Page 111: Multi-Purpose Resize
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.
Page 112: Deleting The Currently Displayed Image
Delete Allows you to select unwanted images for deletion. Notes • When using the internal memory, the view mode is set to [Folder View] (DSC-T77 only). • You cannot delete images when the view mode is set to [Favorites]. Deleting the currently displayed image 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
Page 113 Protect Protects recorded images against accidental erasure. mark is displayed for registered images. Note • When using the internal memory, the view mode is set to [Folder View] (DSC-T77 only). Protecting the currently displayed image 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
Page 114 Protecting all images in the date range, event group or folder 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (View Mode) t (Folder View) t 3 Touch to select the date, event or folder you want to protect. (Protect) t Event) or (Set All in This Folder) t...
Page 115 DPOF DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is a function allowing you to make a mark on images of “Memory Stick Duo” that you want to print out later. mark is displayed for registered images. Notes • You cannot mark movies. •...
Page 116 Order printing all images in the date range, event group or folder 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (View Mode) t (Folder View) t 3 Touch to select the date, event or folder you want to order print. (Set All in Date Range), (Set All in This Folder) t Cancel print order of all images in the date range,...
Page 117 Rotate Rotates a still image. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 Display the image to be rotated. (Rotate) t / t [OK] Notes • You cannot rotate movies or protected still images. • You may not be able to rotate images shot with other cameras. •...
Page 118: Volume Settings
Volume Settings Adjusts the volume for slideshow and movie playback. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (Volume Settings) t 3 Adjust the volume by touching Adjusting the volume during playback of a movie or slideshow Movie playback: Touch to display the volume control screen, then touch the adjust the volume.
Page 119: Viewing Images On A Tv
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. See “TV TYPE” (page 67). 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 Turn off both the camera and the TV before connecting the camera to the TV.
Page 120 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 (not supplied). Turn off both the camera and the TV before connecting the camera to the TV. 1 Connect the camera to an HD (High Definition) TV with a HD Output Adaptor Cable (not supplied).
Page 121: On Tv Color Systems
On “PhotoTV HD” This camera is compatible with the “PhotoTV HD” standard. By connecting Sony’s PhotoTV HD-compatible devices using an HD Output Adaptor Cable (not supplied), whole new world of photos can be comfortably enjoyed in breathtaking Full HD quality.
Page 122: Enjoying Your Windows Computer
– 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. http://www.sony.net/...
Page 123: Recommended Computer Environment
Recommended computer environment The following environment is recommended for a computer connected to the camera. Recommended environment for importing images OS (pre-installed): Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional SP4, Windows XP* SP3/Windows Vista SP1* • Operation is not assured in an environment based on an upgrade of the operating systems described above or in a multi-boot environment.
Page 124: Installing The Software (Supplied)
Installing the software (supplied) You can install the software (supplied) using the following procedure. • Log on as Administrator. 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/ 2000, [My Computer]) t •...
Page 125 (PMB Guide) icon on the desktop. To access “PMB Guide” from the Start menu, click [Start] t [All Programs] (in Windows 2000, [Programs]) t [Sony Picture Utility] t [Help] t [PMB Guide]. Starting and exiting the “PMB” Starting the “PMB”...
Page 126: Connecting The Camera To The Computer
Enjoying images on your computer (DSC-T700) When you use the DSC-T77, see pages 132 to 135. For details on the “PMB” functions, see the “PMB Guide”. Connecting the camera to the computer 1 Insert the sufficiently charged battery pack into the camera, or connect the camera to a wall outlet (wall socket) with the AC Adaptor (not supplied) and the USB/AV/DC IN cable for multi-use terminal (not supplied).
Page 127: Importing Images To A Computer
Importing images to a computer 1 Make a USB connection between the camera and a computer. After making a USB connection, the [Import Media Files] screen of “PMB” appears automatically. If the AutoPlay Wizard appears, close it. 2 Import the images. To start importing images, click the [Import] button.
Page 128: Deleting The Usb Connection
Exporting images to view on the camera You can export images in your computer to the camera, and view them on the camera. This section describes the procedure for automatically selecting and exporting images that have not been exported to the internal memory. You can export the images to “Memory Stick Duo”...
Page 129: Image File Storage Destinations And File Names
Image file storage destinations and file names The image files recorded with the camera are grouped as folders on the internal memory or the “Memory Stick Duo”. ADrive used by “PMB Portable”. This folder appears only when [LUN Settings] is set to [Multi].
Page 130 Uploading images to a media service (DSC-T700 only) This camera has a built-in application “PMB Portable”. You can use this application to do the following: • You can easily upload images to a blog or other media service. • You can easily filter the images you want to upload by registering them in the camera as Sharemark images (page 106).
Page 131 • To view a website, you will be redirected to it by the Sony server. There may be times when you cannot access the website because of server maintenance or for other reasons.
Page 132: Enjoying Images On Your Computer (Dsc-T77)
Enjoying images on your computer (DSC-T77) When you use the DSC-T700, see pages 126 to 129. For details on the “PMB” functions, see the “PMB Guide”. Connecting the camera to the computer 1 Insert a “Memory Stick Duo” with recorded images into the camera. •...
Page 133 Importing images to a computer 1 Make a USB connection between the camera and a computer. After making a USB connection, the [Import Media Files] screen of “PMB” appears automatically. If the AutoPlay Wizard appears, close it. 2 Import the images. To start importing images, click the [Import] button.
Page 134 Exporting images to the camera When an image file copied to a computer no longer remains on a “Memory Stick Duo”, you can view that image again on the camera by exporting the image file to the camera using the “PMB”. For details, see the “PMB Guide”.
Page 135 Image file storage destinations and file names The image files recorded with the camera are grouped as folders on the “Memory Stick Duo” or the internal memory. ADepending on the Windows settings, this folder may not appear on the screen. Since the data of the album information is inside the “AVF_INFO”...
Page 136: Using The "Music Transfer" (Supplied)
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. Adding/Changing Music using “Music Transfer”...
Page 137: Using Your Macintosh Computer
• 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. http://www.sony.net/...
Page 138 Importing and viewing images on a computer 1 Prepare the camera and a Macintosh computer. 2 Connect the camera to your computer with the cable for multi-use terminal. 1 To a USB jack 3 Copy image files to the Macintosh computer. 1 Double-click the newly recognized icon t [DCIM] t the folder where the images you want to import are stored.
Page 139 Adding/Changing Music using “Music Transfer” You can change the Music files that are preset at the factory to the desired Music files. You can also delete or add these files whenever you want. The music formats you can transfer with “Music Transfer” are listed below: •...
Page 140: Viewing "Cyber-Shot Step-Up Guide
(Step-up Guide) on the desktop. To access “Step-up Guide” from the Start menu, click [Start] t [All Programs] (in Windows 2000, [Programs]) t [Sony Picture Utility] t [Step-up Guide]. Viewing on Macintosh 1 Copy the [stepupguide] folder in the [stepupguide] folder to your computer.
Page 141: Printing Still Images
Printing still images You can print still images by the following methods. Printing directly using a PictBridge compliant printer (page 142) You can print images by connecting the camera directly to a PictBridge compliant printer. Printing directly using a “Memory Stick” compliant printer You can print images with a “Memory Stick”...
Page 142: Compliant Printer
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 •...
Page 143 Stage 3: Printing (Print) t desired item t Printing the currently displayed image In single-image mode, select [This Image] as the desired item. Selecting and printing multiple images Select [Multiple Images] as the desired item. In single-image mode 1 Touch to display the image, then touch the image you want to print.
Page 144: Printing At A Shop
Printing at a shop You can take a “Memory Stick Duo” 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 so that you do not need to reselect them when you print them out at the shop (page 115).
Page 145: Troubleshooting
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.
Page 146: Battery Pack And Power
Battery pack and power Cannot insert the battery pack. • Insert the battery pack correctly to push 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 •...
Page 147 Smile Shutter function does not work. • No image is shot if a smiling face is not detected. • Set the shooting mode to • [Demo Mode] is set to [On]. Set [Demo Mode] to [Off] (page 62). The subject is not visible on the screen. •...
Page 148 The close-up shoot function (Macro/Close focus enabled) does not work. • (Landscape) mode or (Twilight) mode or (page 21). • When (Close focus enabled) mode is selected, the shooting distance is approximately 1 to 20 cm (13/32 to 7 7/8 inches). Macro shooting cannot be turned off.
Page 149: Viewing Images
Dots appear and remain on the screen. • This is not a malfunction. These dots are not recorded (page 3). Cannot shoot images in succession. • The internal memory or “Memory Stick Duo” is full. Delete unnecessary images (page 41). •...
Page 150: Deleting
• Check that the computer and the Memory Stick Reader/Writer support “Memory Stick PRO Duo”. Users of computers and Memory Stick Readers/Writers made by manufacturers other than Sony should contact those manufacturers. • If “Memory Stick PRO Duo” is not supported, connect the camera to the computer (pages 126, 132 and 138).
Page 151: Memory Stick Duo
After making a USB connection, “PMB Portable” does not start (DSC-T700 only). • Set [LUN Settings] to [Multi] (page 64). • Set [USB Connect] to [Auto] or [Mass Storage] (page 63). • Connect the computer to the network. • Repair “PMB Portable” using “PMB”. For details, see the “PMB Guide”. Cannot play back images on your computer.
Page 152: Internal Memory (Dsc-T77)
Cannot copy the data stored in the internal memory to a “Memory Stick Duo”. • You cannot copy image data in the internal memory to a “Memory Stick Duo”. Import images to the computer, and then export them to a “Memory Stick Duo” (pages 127, 128). Cannot copy the data on the “Memory Stick Duo”...
Page 153: Touch Panel
• 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. Cannot print images. • Check that the camera and the printer are properly connected using the cable for multi-use terminal. •...
Page 154: Others
Others Cannot reset the file-number. • If you replace a recording medium, you cannot initialize file numbers with the camera. To initialize file numbers, format the “Memory Stick Duo” or the internal memory (page 53), and then initialize the settings (page 59). However, the data on the “Memory Stick Duo” or the internal memory will be deleted and all settings, including date, will be initialized.
Page 155: Warning Indicators And Messages
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: • There is trouble with the camera’s hardware. Turn the power off and on again.
Page 156 Reinsert the Memory Stick • Insert the “Memory Stick Duo” correctly. • The inserted “Memory Stick Duo” cannot be used in the camera (page 161). • The “Memory Stick Duo” is damaged. • The terminal section of the “Memory Stick Duo” is dirty. Memory Stick type error •...
Page 157 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 •...
Page 158 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.
Page 159 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.
Page 160: Using The Camera Abroad — Power Sources
Using the camera abroad — Power sources You can use the camera, the battery charger (supplied), and the AC-LS5K AC Adaptor (not supplied) in any country or region where the power supply is within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/ 60 Hz.
Page 161: On The "Memory Stick Duo
On the “Memory Stick Duo” A “Memory Stick Duo” is a compact, portable IC recording medium. The types of “Memory Stick Duo” that can be used with the camera are listed in the table below. However, proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all “Memory Stick Duo” functions. “Memory Stick”...
Page 162 Notes on using the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor (not supplied) • To use a “Memory Stick Duo” with a “Memory Stick” compliant device, be sure to insert the “Memory Stick Duo” into a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor. If you insert a “Memory Stick Duo” into a “Memory Stick”...
Page 163: On The Battery Pack
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 fully charged in temperatures outside this range. Effective use of the battery pack •...
Page 164: On The Battery Charger
On the battery charger • Only D-type, T-type, R-type and E-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. •...
Page 165: On Cyber-Shot Station
For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Cyber-shot Station. 1 Set the station plate with the Sony logo in front, and slide it into place. You will hear a click when the station plate is correctly mounted.
Page 166 Operating the Cyber-shot Station with the remote When the remote supplied with the CSS-HD2 is used with this camera, the following operations are available. For details on buttons not described here, refer to the instruction manual supplied with the Cyber-shot Station. Button Action (Slideshow)
Page 167 Index Add / Remove Favorites ...104 Add / Remove Sharemark ...106 Adjusting EV ...34, 86 AF Illuminator ...69 AF Mode ...71 AF range finder frame ...30 Anti Blink ...93 Aperture ...35 Auto Adjustment ...19 Auto Orientation ...73 Auto Review ...74 B &...
Page 168 Folder Changing ...55 Creating ...54 Selecting ...101 Folder View ...50 Format Music ...52, 136 Format ...53 Function Guide ...58 Gourmet ...20 Grid Line ...70 Happy Faces ...109 HD(1080i) ...65 High Sensitivity ...20 Hi-Speed Shutter ...21 Histogram ...16 HOME screen ...9 Housing ...61 Image file storage destinations and file names...
Page 169 Radial Blur ...109 REC Mode ...11, 85 Red Eye Correction ...108 Red Eye Reduction ...94 Retouch ...108 Retro ...109 Rotate ...117 Scene Recognition ...79 Scene Selection ...20 Scrapbook ...45 Screen ...15 ...65 Select Folder ...101 Self-diagnosis display ...155 Self-Timer ...27 Semi manual ...30 Sepia...
Page 170 GPL/LGPL. Source code is provided on the web. Use the following URL to download it. http://www.sony.net/Products/Linux/ 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”...
Page 171 Password release number (DSC-T700 only) For details on the Password Lock function, see page 68. To release the password lock of the camera, enter the following number. “7669”...

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