Page 1: User Guide
Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about the camera. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 2: Before Use
Using the control wheel ● Using the control wheel Troubleshooting ● Using the internal memory Precautions/About this camera ● Using the internal memory ● Contents list Using the In-Camera guide ● In-Camera Guide ● Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 3: Shooting
Functions not available in some REC modes ● Using shooting functions ● Tracking focus ● DISP (Display Setting) ● Flash ● Photo Creativity ● Cont. Shooting/Self-Timer ● Using the CUSTOM (Custom) button ● Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 4: Viewing
Viewing movies ● Precautions/About this camera Viewing panorama images ● Contents list Scrolling the panorama images for display ● Viewing 3D images ● Viewing images shot in Sweep Multi Angle mode stereoscopically ● Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 5: Using Menu Items (Shooting)
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) Before Use Using MENU items (Shooting) Shooting Using MENU items (Shooting) Viewing ● Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Shooting) ● MENU items (Shooting) ● Using MENU items (Viewing) Movie shooting scene ●...
Page 6 Shooting MENU list ● MENU items not available in some REC modes ● Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 7: Using Menu Items (Viewing)
View Mode ● Display Cont. Shooting Group ● Protect ● Print (DPOF) ● Rotate ● In-Camera Guide ● Playback MENU list ● MENU items that cannot be set according to View Mode ● Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 8: Changing Settings
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings Before Use Changing settings Shooting Changing settings Viewing ● Changing camera settings Using MENU items (Shooting) ● Shooting Settings ● Using MENU items (Viewing) Movie format ● Changing settings AF Illuminator ●...
Page 9: Clock Settings
Change REC.Folder ● Delete REC.Folder ● Copy ● File Number ● Clock Settings ● Area Setting ● Date & Time Setting ● Auto Clock ADJ (DSC-HX20V/HX30V only) ● Auto Area ADJ (DSC-HX20V/HX30V only) ● Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 10: Viewing Images On A Tv
Changing settings Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV ● Viewing images on a TV Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV ● Using with your computer Back to top Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 11: Using With Your Computer
Selecting the method for creating a disc of movies ● Copying high-definition image quality (HD) movies on to DVD discs (AVCHD discs) ● Creating standard definition image quality (STD) DVD discs ● Creating Blu-ray discs ● Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 12: Printing
Printing still images Viewing ● Printing still images Using MENU items (Shooting) ● Back to top Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 13: Troubleshooting
Precautions/About this camera Printing ● Others Contents list ● Warning indicators and messages ● Self-diagnosis display ● Messages ● Situations this camera has difficulty handling ● Situations this camera has difficulty handling ● Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 14: Precautions/About This Camera
Using the camera abroad ● Using the camera abroad ● On TV color systems ● About this camera ● AVCHD format ● GPS (DSC-HX20V/HX30V only) ● TransferJet standard ● License ● Trademarks ● Trademarks ● Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 15 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Contents list Before Use Contents list Shooting Viewing Before Use Using MENU items (Shooting) How to use this User Guide ● Using MENU items (Viewing) How to use this User Guide ● Changing settings Names of parts and list of icons displayed on the screen ●...
Page 16: Using Menu Items (Shooting)
DISP (Display Setting) ● Flash ● Photo Creativity ● Cont. Shooting/Self-Timer ● Using the CUSTOM (Custom) button ● Back to top Viewing Viewing still images ● Viewing still images ● Playback zoom ● Image Index ● Deleting images ● Delete button ●...
Page 17: Using Menu Items (Viewing)
White Balance Shift ● Focus ● Metering Mode ● Cont. Shooting Interval ● Bracket Setting ● Scene Recognition ● Soft Skin Effect ● Smile Shutter ● Smile Detection Sensitivity ● Face Detection ● Color Mode ● Color Saturation ● Contrast ●...
Page 18: Changing Settings
Changing settings Changing settings ● Changing camera settings ● Shooting Settings ● Movie format ● AF Illuminator ● Grid Line ● Clear Image Zoom ● Digital Zoom ● Wind Noise Reduct. ● Micref Level ● Red Eye Reduction ● Blink Alert ●...
Page 19: Viewing Images On A Tv
Create REC.Folder ● Change REC.Folder ● Delete REC.Folder ● Copy ● File Number ● Clock Settings ● Area Setting ● Date & Time Setting ● Auto Clock ADJ (DSC-HX20V/HX30V only) ● Auto Area ADJ (DSC-HX20V/HX30V only) ● Back to top Viewing images on a TV Viewing an image on a High Definition (HD) TV ●...
Page 20: Precautions/About This Camera
Using the camera abroad ● Using the camera abroad ● On TV color systems ● About this camera ● AVCHD format ● GPS (DSC-HX20V/HX30V only) ● TransferJet standard ● License ● Trademarks ● Trademarks ● Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 21: How To Use This User Guide
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Before Use > How to use this User Guide > How to use this User Guide Before Use How to use this User Guide Shooting Selecting a topic to display Viewing Searching a topic by keyword Using MENU items (Shooting) Returning to a previous page Using MENU items (Viewing)
Page 22 Changing the font size Change the font size by changing the setting of your web browser. For how to change the font size setting, refer to the Help of your web browser. Searching a topic by keyword Enter the keyword in the search window, then click the [Search] button. Returning to a previous page Use the browser’s back button to return to a previously viewed page, or use the breadcrumb trail navigation (A) to display the desired page.
Page 23 Operate the camera in the order indicated. Icons in the operating procedure sentences appear when the camera is in its default settings. ● The default setting is indicated by ● indicates information that is useful to know. ● Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 24 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Before Use > Names of parts and list of icons displayed on the screen > Names of parts Before Use Names of parts Shooting Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer...
Page 25 20. MENU button (In-Camera Guide/Delete) button 22. Battery insertion slot 23. Battery eject lever 24. Tripod receptacle 25. Access lamp 26. Memory card slot (TransferJet™) mark 28. Micro USB connector 29. Battery/Memory card cover Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 26 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Before Use > Names of parts and list of icons displayed on the screen > List of icons displayed on the screen Before Use List of icons displayed on the screen Shooting List of shooting mode icons Viewing List of viewing mode icons...
Page 27 Vibration warning Anti Blink Scene Recognition Overlay icon Burst Shooting Interval Bracket shooting Bracket setting Color Mode Color Saturation Contrast Sharpness Smile Detection Sensitivity indicator Zoom scaling Display Indication Tracking focus AE/AF lock Semi Manual Manual Focus Manual Focus bar Level ISO400 ISO number...
Page 28 Eye-Fi Mode display GPS Log REC (DSC-HX20V/HX30V only) Direction (DSC-HX20V/HX30V only) Warning indicator pertaining to still image recording GPS triangulating status (DSC-HX20V/HX30V only) Flash mode C:32:00 Self-diagnosis display AF Illuminator Red-eye reduction Defocus Effect Flash charging Display Indication Self-timer Airplane Mode (DSC-HX20V/HX30/HX30V only) Face detection Destination (DSC-HX20/HX30 only) Soft Skin Effect...
Page 29 Display Indication Battery remaining Low battery warning Image size/Panorama image size/Quality View mode Eco mode TransferJet settings 3D images Burst Images Main image in the burst group Protect Print order (DPOF) Playback zoom Display Indication 101-0012 Folder-file number 2012-1-1 Recorded date/time of the playback image 9:30 AM Display Indication...
Page 30 GPS information Latitude and longitude display Database file full/Database file error Overheating warning Playback Variable speed playback Playback bar 00:00:12 Counter Histogram Volume Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 31: Using The Wrist Strap
Attach the strap and place your hand through the loop to prevent the camera from damage by being dropped. Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Back to top Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 32: Using The Control Wheel
Selecting an image to be played back Press the right or left side of the control wheel, or turn the wheel to play back the next/previous image. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 33: Using The Internal Memory
By making a USB connection between the camera and a computer with a micro USB cable, you can transfer data ● stored in the internal memory to a computer. However you cannot transfer data on a computer to the internal memory. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 34 (In-Camera Guide) button is not available in Easy Mode. Contents list ● [Use this function] may not be available, depending on the selected functions. ● Depending on the selected functions, the operation guide and details may not be displayed. ● Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 35 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Shooting > Shooting still images > Shooting still images Before Use Shooting still images Shooting Viewing 1. Set the mode dial to (Intelligent Auto), then press the ON/OFF (Power) button. Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV...
Page 36 The subject is moving quickly. ● There is reflective light or shiny surfaces. ● The subject is backlit or there is a flashing light. ● Related Topic Viewing still images Still Image Size/Panorama Image Size Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 37: Using Optical Zoom
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Shooting > Shooting still images > Zoom (Still images) Before Use Zoom (Still images) Shooting Available zoom Viewing Zoom scale Using MENU items (Shooting) Enlarges images with the W/T (zoom) lever when shooting. The camera’s optical zoom function can enlarge images up to 20×.
Page 38: Vga
When [Self-Timer] is set to [Self-portrait One Person] or [Self-portrait Two People]. ● When (Backlight Correction HDR) or (Advanced Sports Shooting) mode is selected in Scene Selection. ● The Face Detection function does not operate when you use other than the optical zoom. ● Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 39 MOVIE button again. Recording may stop to protect the camera depending on the ambient temperature. Related Topic Zoom (Movies) Shooting still images while recording a movie (Dual Rec) Movie Quality/Movie Size Movie format Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 40 Image size A: Optical zoom D: Zoom with maximum zoom scale Movie mode 20× 80× Notes [Clear Image Zoom] is not available while recording movies. ● The camera zooms slowly while recording movies. ● Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 41: Shooting Still Images While Recording A Movie (Dual Rec)
You cannot switch [On] or [Off] for Smile Shutter during movie recording. When the mode dial is set to (Movie Mode) and the camera is on [Standby], you cannot use [Smile Shutter]. ● Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 42 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Shooting > Setting REC mode > List of mode dial functions Before Use List of mode dial functions Shooting Set the mode dial to the desired function. Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV...
Page 43 3D Still Image 3D Sweep Panorama Sweep Multi Angle Scene Selection Background Defocus Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 44: Rec Mode
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Shooting > Setting REC mode > Intelligent Auto Before Use Intelligent Auto Shooting Allows you to shoot still images with the setting adjusted automatically. Viewing 1. Set the mode dial to (Intelligent Auto). Using MENU items (Shooting) 2.
Page 46: Superior Auto
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Shooting > Setting REC mode > Superior Auto Before Use Superior Auto Shooting The camera combines Scene Recognition and high-quality image technology to automatically shoot the images with the Viewing optimal settings. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1.
Page 47 Related Topic Scene Recognition Functions not available in some REC modes MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 48: Program Auto
Related Topic Viewing images on a TV Functions not available in some REC modes Using with your computer MENU items not available in some REC modes Printing Back to top Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 49: Manual Exposure Shooting
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Shooting > Setting REC mode > Manual Exposure Shooting Before Use Manual Exposure Shooting Shooting You can shoot at your favorite exposure by manually setting the shutter speed and aperture value. Viewing 1.
Page 51: Memory Recall Mode
Check the indicators on the screen before shooting. Related Topic Register Setting Memory recall mode Functions not available in some REC modes MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 52: Intelligent Sweep Panorama
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Shooting > Setting REC mode > Intelligent Sweep Panorama Before Use Intelligent Sweep Panorama Shooting Allows you to create a panoramic image from composite images. The camera also automatically detects people’s faces or Viewing moving subjects.
Page 53 There is too much camera shake. ● Related Topic Scrolling the panorama images for display Still Image Size/Panorama Image Size Functions not available in some REC modes MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 54: D Still Image
3D images consist of a JPEG file and an MPO file. If either file is deleted on your PC, the camera may not operate ● correctly. Related Topic Functions not available in some REC modes MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 55: D Sweep Panorama
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Shooting > Setting REC mode > 3D Sweep Panorama Before Use 3D Sweep Panorama Shooting Multiple images are shot while the camera is moving, and these images are compiled into a 3D image. The recorded image Viewing can be played back on a 3D TV.
Page 56 You pan the camera too quickly or too slowly. ● There is too much camera shake. ● Related Topic Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV Functions not available in some REC modes MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 57: Sweep Multi Angle
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Shooting > Setting REC mode > Sweep Multi Angle Before Use Sweep Multi Angle Shooting As you sweep the camera, the camera shoots multiple images, then compiles them into one stereoscopic image. Viewing It shoots an image that can be played back as a stereoscopic image by tilting the camera to the right or left, and an image that can be played back on a 3D TV.
Page 58 MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 59 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Shooting > Setting REC mode > Scene Selection Before Use Scene Selection Shooting Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene. Viewing 1. Set the mode dial to (Scene Selection). Using MENU items (Shooting) 2.
Page 60 Allows you to shoot sharp images of people with the night view in the background without compromising the atmosphere. (Night Portrait) Allows you to shoot night scenes at far distance without losing the dark atmosphere of the surroundings. (Night Scene) Allows you to shoot night scenes with less noise without using a tripod.
Page 61 Some Scene Selection modes are available also in movie mode, but the selectable modes are limited. [Details] ● Related Topic Functions not available in some REC modes MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 62: Background Defocus
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Shooting > Setting REC mode > Background Defocus Before Use Background Defocus Shooting Allows you to shoot an image with image processing so that the background and the subject stands out. Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings...
Page 63 Separate the subject and the background. ● Shoot after focusing on the subject. ● Related Topic Defocus Effect Tracking focus Functions not available in some REC modes MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 64 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Shooting > Setting REC mode > Functions not available in some REC modes Before Use Functions not available in some REC modes Shooting Functions available in REC modes Viewing Functions available in Scene Selection Using MENU items (Shooting) Functions available in Picture Effect Using MENU items (Viewing)
Page 65 (Anti Motion — Blur) — — (Landscape) (Backlight — Correction HDR) — (Night Portrait) — — — (Night Scene) (Hand-held — Twilight) (High — Sensitivity) — — (Gourmet) — — (Pet) (Beach) (Snow) — — — (Fireworks) (Advanced — Sports Shooting) * [Off] cannot be selected for [Face Detection].
Page 66 — (Watercolor) — (Illustration) * [Bracket] cannot be selected. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 67: Tracking Focus
However, if the target of the tracking focus is a specified face, the camera keeps tracking on that face even if the face disappears from the screen. Related Topic Face Detection Functions not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 68 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Shooting > Using shooting functions > DISP (Display Setting) Before Use DISP (Display Setting) Shooting Histogram Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. Press (Display Setting) on the control wheel. 2. Select the desired mode with the control wheel. Using MENU items (Viewing) Displays only images.
Page 69 A large difference in the histogram displayed during shooting and playback may occur when: ● The flash strobes. ● The shutter speed is slow or fast. ● The histogram may not appear for images recorded using other cameras. ● Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 70 When shooting with the flash and the zoom is set to W, the shadow of the lens may appear on the screen, depending ● on the shooting conditions. If this happens, set the zoom to T and shoot with the flash again. Related Topic Functions not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 71: Photo Creativity
If you switch the camera mode to Intelligent Auto mode or turn off the camera, the settings you changed are reverted to ● the default settings. When you set Photo Creativity in Superior Auto mode, overlaying images are disabled. ● Related Topic Functions not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 72 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Shooting > Using shooting functions > Cont. Shooting/Self-Timer Before Use Cont. Shooting/Self-Timer Shooting Automatic shooting with Self-portrait timer Viewing You can select Single (single-image), Continuous Shooting or Bracket as the shooting mode. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1.
Page 73 Do not move your camera after the beep sounds. You can also shoot an image by pressing the shutter button during this operation. ● Related Topic Functions not available in some REC modes Cont. Shooting Interval Bracket Setting Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 74 Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list For details on registering settings, see “Custom Button.” [Details] Related Topic Custom Button Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 75 Viewing vertical images in full-screen display (DSC-HX20V/HX30V only) Troubleshooting If the camera is rotated, the horizontal or vertical orientation of the image is determined and the image being played back is automatically rotated. Precautions/About this camera Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 76: Playback Zoom
) to zoom out. Press on the control wheel to cancel playback zoom. To save enlarged images You can save an enlarged image by using the trimming function. Press MENU [Retouch] [Trimming (Resize)]. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 77: Image Index
To view images in selected date in index mode, select the date with the control wheel and press ● To cancel the calendar display and return to an index screen, select using the control wheel, then press ● Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 78: Delete Button
Notes In Easy Mode, you can select from [1 image] or [All]. ● When the internal memory is used to record images, View Mode is set to Folder View. ● Related Topic Delete Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 79 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Viewing > Viewing burst images > Viewing burst images Before Use Viewing burst images Shooting Tilt playback Viewing Unfold Using MENU items (Shooting) You can select the playback method for continuous (burst) shots when [View Mode] is set to [Date View] and [Display Cont. Shooting Group] is set to [Display Main Image Only].
Page 80 3. Switch the display between single-image display and index display by pressing 4. To cancel the display, press Related Topic View Mode Display Cont. Shooting Group Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 81 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Viewing > Viewing movies > Viewing movies Before Use Viewing movies Shooting Displaying the control panel Viewing Capture a still image from a movie Using MENU items (Shooting) 1. Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. Using MENU items (Viewing) 2.
Page 82 When the still image has been recorded, the camera will pause. ● When the movie format is [MP4 3M], a still image is saved in [VGA]. Otherwise, the still image is saved in [16:9 ● (2M)]. Related Topic View Mode Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 83: Scrolling The Panorama Images For Display
Turn the W/T (zoom) lever to the W side to display the whole image again. ● Note A panoramic image recorded in [High Resolution] size requires a longer time to scroll than a normal size panoramic ● image. Related Topic Still Image Size/Panorama Image Size Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 84: Viewing Images Shot In Sweep Multi Angle Mode Stereoscopically
To view images shot in Sweep Multi Angle mode stereoscopically, tilt the camera to the right or left as illustrated, keeping the camera horizontal. Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Note 3D images shot in [3D Still Image], [3D Sweep Panorama] mode cannot be played back in 3D on the camera. ● Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 85 Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list 4. Select the desired item with on the control wheel or by turning the control wheel. 5. Press the MENU button to close the Menu screen. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 86: Movie Shooting Scene
[Details] Printing Troubleshooting On Scene Recognition Precautions/About this camera Scene Recognition operates in Intelligent Auto mode. This function lets the camera automatically recognize the shooting conditions and shoot the image. Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 87 3D TV. Precautions/About this camera Contents list Related Topic 3D Still Image 3D Sweep Panorama Sweep Multi Angle Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 88: Scene Selection
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Scene Selection Before Use Scene Selection Shooting Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene. Viewing For still images: Using MENU items (Shooting) 1.
Page 89 Allows you to shoot three images having different exposures to create a single image with a greater range of gradation. (Backlight Correction HDR)* Allows you to shoot sharp images of people with the night view in the background without compromising the atmosphere. (Night Portrait)* Allows you to shoot night scenes at far distance without losing the dark atmosphere of the surroundings.
Page 90 To prevent blurring, the use of a tripod is recommended. Related Topic Functions not available in some REC modes MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 91 Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Note Register shooting settings in advance using (Register Setting). ● Related Topic Memory recall mode Register Setting Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 92 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Picture Effect Before Use Picture Effect Shooting Allows you to shoot a still image with an original texture according to the desired effect. Viewing 1.
Page 93 Allows you to shoot images with effects such as tunnel effect, high contrast, or color cast as if they were shot with a toy camera. You can change the color hue using MENU [Color hue]. (Toy camera) Allows you to shoot a pop art-like colorful image with emphasis on the color tone.
Page 94 (Movie Mode), you cannot set the Picture Effect. ● Related Topic HDR Painting effect Area of emphasis Color hue Extracted Color Watercolor Effect Illustration Effect Functions not available in some REC modes MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 95: Easy Mode
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Easy Mode Before Use Easy Mode Shooting On Scene Recognition Viewing Shooting functions available in Easy Mode (Shooting) Using MENU items (Shooting) Allows you to shoot still images using the minimum necessary functions. The text size increases and indicators become easier to see.
Page 96 Self-Timer Select between [On] or [Off] mode. on the control wheel desired mode Flash Select between [Auto] or [Off] mode. Related Topic Scene Recognition GPS setting (DSC-HX20V/HX30V only) Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 97: Defocus Effect
Changing settings Select a weak, medium or strong Background Defocus effect. (Mid) Viewing images on a TV (High) Using with your computer Printing Related Topic Troubleshooting Background Defocus Precautions/About this camera Back to top Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 98 When [Movie Size] is set to [VGA] Contents list For prints up to A3(11×17”) 10M Level For prints up to 10×15 cm (4×6”) or 13×18 cm(5×7”). Related Topic MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 99 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Still Image Size/Panorama Image Size Before Use Still Image Size/Panorama Image Size Shooting Image size when shooting still images Viewing 3D Still Image Size Using MENU items (Shooting) Image size in Easy Mode Using MENU items (Viewing)
Page 100 If you cannot print panoramic images recorded in [High Resolution] size due to the large size, use the resize function in ● the software “PlayMemories Home”. “PlayMemories Home” allows you to resize panoramic images recorded in [High Resolution] to 50%, etc. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 101 When you create AVCHD discs from movies recorded in [AVC HD 28M (PS)] or [AVC HD 24M (FX)], it will take time as ● the image quality must be converted. To save [AVC HD 28M (PS)] or [AVC HD 24M (FX)] movies without converting the image quality, use Blu-ray discs. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 102: Hdr Painting Effect
Select weak, medium or strong for effects that emphasize color, Viewing images on a TV (Medium) etc. Using with your computer (High) Printing Troubleshooting Related Topic Precautions/About this camera Picture Effect MENU items not available in some REC modes Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 103 Sets area of emphasis in the middle. (Middle) Troubleshooting (Right) Sets area of emphasis to the right. Precautions/About this camera Contents list Related Topic Picture Effect MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 104: Color Hue
Precautions/About this camera (Magenta hue) Contents list Note It is recommended that you shoot a test image in advance for some subjects. ● Related Topic Picture Effect MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 105: Extracted Color
Precautions/About this camera Note When [Partial Color] is selected, images may not retain the selected color, depending on the subject. ● Contents list Related Topic Picture Effect MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 106 Adds a strong, medium or weak Watercolor effect. Viewing images on a TV (Medium) Using with your computer (High) Printing Troubleshooting Related Topic Precautions/About this camera Picture Effect MENU items not available in some REC modes Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 107: Illustration Effect
Adds a strong, medium or weak Illustration effect. Viewing images on a TV (Medium) Using with your computer (High) Printing Troubleshooting Related Topic Precautions/About this camera Picture Effect MENU items not available in some REC modes Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 108 If you shoot a subject in extremely bright or dark conditions, or when you use the flash, the exposure adjustment may ● not be effective. Related Topic MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 109 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > ISO Before Use Shooting Adjusts the luminous sensitivity when the camera is set to Manual Exposure Shooting, Program Auto or [Advanced Sports Viewing Shooting] in Scene Selection.
Page 111 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > White Balance Before Use White Balance Shooting To capture the basic white color in [One Push Set] mode Viewing Adjusts color tones according to the surrounding light conditions. Use this function if image color appears unnatural. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1.
Page 112 When flash mode is set to [On] or [Slow Synchro], the white balance is adjusted to the condition with the flash emitting. ● Related Topic MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 113: White Balance Shift
If you set the [White Balance Shift] to [On] for the previously set correction value, it can be recalled. ● Note With [One Push Set], the setting becomes [Off]. ● Related Topic MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 114 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Focus Before Use Focus Shooting Using Flexible Spot AF Viewing Using Semi Manual/Manual Focus Using MENU items (Shooting) 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,”...
Page 115 Notes When you use the following functions, 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. Zoom functions other than optical zoom ●...
Page 116 MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 117 Contents list (Spot) Note In movie mode, [Spot] cannot be selected. ● Related Topic MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 118 In slow shutter speed conditions, the burst of shots per second may be decreased. ● Printing Troubleshooting Related Topic Cont. Shooting/Self-Timer Precautions/About this camera MENU items not available in some REC modes Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 119: Bracket Setting
You cannot select [White Balance] when the mode dial is set to (Scene Selection). ● Related Topic Cont. Shooting/Self-Timer Functions not available in some REC modes MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 120: Advanced Mode
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Scene Recognition Before Use Scene Recognition Shooting Advanced mode Viewing The camera automatically detects shooting conditions, and then takes the shot. When a motion is detected, the ISO Using MENU items (Shooting) sensitivity is increased according to the movement to reduce subject blur.
Page 121 “Blinked eye detected” is displayed. * except when the flash strobes/when the shutter speed is slow. Related Topic MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 122: Soft Skin Effect
Using with your computer (High) Printing Note Troubleshooting The [Soft Skin Effect] may not be visible depending on the subject. ● Precautions/About this camera Contents list Related Topic MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 123: Smile Shutter
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Smile Shutter Before Use Smile Shutter Shooting When the camera detects a smile, the shutter is released automatically. Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV...
Page 124 MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 125: Smile Detection Sensitivity
Using with your computer Note Printing Smiles may not be detected correctly depending on the conditions. ● Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Related Topic Smile Shutter Contents list MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 126: Face Detection
During Smile Shutter shooting, [Face Detection] is automatically set to [Auto] even if it is set to [Off]. ● Related Topic Tracking focus Functions not available in some REC modes MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 127: Color Mode
Set the image similar to real color. (Real) Set the image to sepia color. (Sepia) Set the image to black and white. (B & W) Related Topic MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 128: Color Saturation
Adjusts the vividness of the image. (Standard) Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Related Topic MENU items not available in some REC modes Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Back to top Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 129 Adjusts the contrast of the image. (Standard) Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Related Topic MENU items not available in some REC modes Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Back to top Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 130 Adjusts the sharpness of the image. (Standard) Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Related Topic MENU items not available in some REC modes Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Back to top Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 131: Anti Blink
When the Anti Blink function is set to [Auto] but only images with the subject’s eyes closed are recorded, the message ● “Blinked eye detected” is displayed on the screen. Shoot again as necessary. Related Topic Scene Selection Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 132: Movie Steadyshot
If you change the setting for [Movie SteadyShot], the angle of view will change. ● Printing Troubleshooting Related Topic Precautions/About this camera Shooting movies MENU items not available in some REC modes Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 133 Do not cover the GPS sensor with your finger when searching for GPS satellites or when triangulating. This decreases ● the sensitivity of the GPS sensor and triangulation may fail. Related Topic GPS setting (DSC-HX20V/HX30V only) GPS (DSC-HX20V/HX30V only) Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 134 Precautions/About this camera Sony does not collect location information and routing information. ● To display location information and routing information as a map on a computer, Sony provides data of location ● information and routing information to Google Inc. Contents list Related Topic Dlt.
Page 135: Register Setting
(Memory recall mode) after completing the shooting settings, the registered settings are given priority ● and the original settings may become invalid. Check the indicators on the screen before shooting. Related Topic Memory recall mode Memory recall mode MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 136 Using with your computer [Send to Computer] is available only when using Windows Vista or Windows 7. ● Printing Troubleshooting Related Topic WPS Push (DSC-HX30/HX30V only) Precautions/About this camera Access point settings (DSC-HX30/HX30V only) Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 137 (In-Camera Guide) button when the MENU screen is not displayed, you can search the guide ● Printing using keywords or icons. Troubleshooting 5. Press the / (In-Camera Guide) button to exit the guide. Precautions/About this camera Back to top Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 138: Menu Items
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Shooting MENU list > MENU items not available in some REC modes Before Use MENU items not available in some REC modes Shooting MENU items not available in Scene Selection/Picture Effect mode Viewing In the table below, a check mark indicates settings that can be changed, while –...
Page 139 Soft Skin Effect* Smile Shutter Smile Detection Sensitivity Face Detection* Color Mode Color Saturation Contrast Sharpness Anti Blink Movie SteadyShot Position Information (DSC-HX20V/ HX30V only) GPS Log REC (DSC-HX20V/ HX30V only) Register Setting Send to Computer (DSC-HX30/HX30V only) In-Camera Guide (Settings) MENU items not available in Scene Selection/Picture Effect mode The icons below...
Page 140 Color hue Extracted Color Watercolor Effect Illustration Effect White Balance* White Balance Shift Focus Metering Mode Cont. Shooting Interval Bracket Setting Scene Recognition Soft Skin Effect* Smile Shutter Smile Detection Sensitivity Face Detection* Color Mode Color Saturation Contrast Sharpness Anti Blink Movie SteadyShot Position Information (DSC- HX20V/HX30V only)
Page 141 Note When the above shooting modes are registered and recalled in (Memory recall mode), the conditions for whether ● settings can be changed or not remain the same as in the above table. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 142 Precautions/About this camera Contents list 4. Select the desired item with on the control wheel or by turning the control wheel. 5. Press in the center of the control wheel to execute the function. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 143 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > MENU items (Viewing) > Slideshow Before Use Slideshow Shooting Continuous Playback Viewing Slideshow with music Using MENU items (Shooting) Images are automatically played back in succession. Using MENU items (Viewing) 1.
Page 144 4. Press to end the slideshow. Note [Slideshow with music] is not available for the following images: ● Panoramic images ● 3D images recorded in [Standard] or [Wide] size ● Playback Selection Selects the group of images to be shown. The setting is fixed to [Folder] when the internal memory is used to record images.
Page 145 You can transfer a desired music file from your CDs or MP3 files to the camera to play back during slideshow. To transfer music, install the “Music Transfer” software to your computer. Related Topic “Music Transfer” Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 146 If you want to change the device that is permitted to connect to the camera, reset the connection information by pressing MENU (Settings) (Network Settings) [View on Smartphone]. After resetting the connection information, you must set a smartphone. [Details] Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 147 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > MENU items (Viewing) > View on TV (DSC-HX30/HX30V only) Before Use View on TV (DSC-HX30/HX30V only) Shooting If the camera and TV are not connected using an HDMI cable, you can view images on a network-enabled TV by transferring Viewing the image from the camera.
Page 149 Printing [Send to Computer] is available only when using Windows Vista or Windows 7. ● Troubleshooting Related Topic Precautions/About this camera WPS Push (DSC-HX30/HX30V only) Contents list Access point settings (DSC-HX30/HX30V only) Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 150: Send By Transferjet
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > MENU items (Viewing) > Send by TransferJet Before Use Send by TransferJet Shooting Receiving images using TransferJet Viewing Using separately sold TransferJet-compatible devices Using MENU items (Shooting) TransferJet is a close-up, wireless transfer technology that allows data to be transferred by closely aligning two products that you want to communicate with each other.
Page 151 (Main Settings) [LUN Setting] [Single]. ● While connected, data cannot be written to or deleted from the camera. ● Do not disconnect while importing images to “PlayMemories Home”. ● Related Topic TransferJet TransferJet standard Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 152 In Easy Mode, you can select from [1 image] or [All]. ● When the internal memory is used to record images, View Mode is set to Folder View. ● Related Topic Delete button Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 153 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > MENU items (Viewing) > Retouch Before Use Retouch Shooting Retouches a recorded image and saves it as a new file. Viewing The original image is retained. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1.
Page 154 Depending on the image, sufficient correction may not be applied ● and the image quality may deteriorate. Note You cannot retouch the following images: ● Panoramic images ● 3D images ● Movies ● Images displayed in a burst group ● Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 155: Picture Effect
Adds ink bleed and gradational effects to images as if they were Viewing images on a TV (Watercolor) painted using watercolors. Using with your computer Adds illustration-like effects to images by emphasizing the contours, (Illustration) Printing etc. Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Back to top Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 156 (3D Viewing) on the control wheel Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Related Topic Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV Using with your computer Back to top Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 157: View Mode
Use a sufficiently charged battery to register images. If a battery with a low charge is used to register images, it may not ● be possible to transfer all of the data or the data may be corrupted if the battery charge runs out. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 158 Detection is not performed, the first image in the Precautions/About this camera burst group is displayed as the main image. Contents list Plays back all burst images one at a time. (Display All) Related Topic Viewing burst images Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 159 Select the image for which you want to cancel protection, and unlock it by pressing on the control wheel as the same procedure to protect it. The indicator disappears, and the protection is released. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 160 Select the image to clear the DPOF registration, then press on the control wheel in the same procedure as when making a mark. The mark disappears and the DPOF registration is cleared. Related Topic Printing still images Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 161 ● You may not be able to rotate images shot with other cameras. ● When viewing images on a computer, the image rotation information may not be reflected depending on the software. ● Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 162 (In-Camera Guide) button when the MENU screen is not displayed, you can search the guide ● Printing using keywords or icons. Troubleshooting 5. Press the / (In-Camera Guide) button to exit the guide. Back to top Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 163 — — — Shooting Group) (Protect) Print (DPOF) — — — — — (Rotate) (In-Camera Guide) (Settings) Note Only the items that are available for each mode are displayed on the screen. ● Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 164: Changing Camera Settings
[Shooting Settings] appears only when settings have been entered from shooting mode. ● [Memory Card Tool] appears only when a memory card is inserted in the camera, while [Internal Memory Tool] appears ● only when a memory card is not inserted. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 165: Movie Format
MP4 (AVC) movies are recorded. Sets the recording method to MP4, Contents list which is suitable for WEB uploads and e-mail attachments. No discs can be created from MP4 movies, even if you use the software “PlayMemories Home.” Related Topic AVCHD format Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 166 AF operates with priority on subjects located near the center of the frame. The AF illuminator emits very bright light. Although there is no health hazard, do not look directly into the AF illuminator ● emitter at close range. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 167: Grid Line
Displays the grid lines. The grid lines are not recorded. Changing settings Does not display the grid lines. Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Back to top Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 168: Clear Image Zoom
Total zoom scale when [Clear Image Zoom] is selected (including 20× optical zoom) The supported zoom scales are different depending on the image size. Image size Total zoom scale Approx. 40× Approx. 53× Approx. 75× Approx. 306× 16:9(13M) Approx. 40× 16:9(2M) Approx. 102× Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 169: Digital Zoom
When [Self-Timer] is set to [Self-portrait One Person] or [Self-portrait Two People]. ● When (Backlight Correction HDR) or (Advanced Sports Shooting) mode is selected in Scene Selection. ● The Face Detection function does not operate in the range of [Digital Zoom]. ● Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 170: Wind Noise Reduct
If [Wind Noise Reduct.] is set to [On] even though the wind is not blowing strongly, the recorded sounds other than the Printing ● wind may be hard to hear. Troubleshooting Back to top Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 171: Micref Level
Viewing images on a TV Records surrounding sounds at actual level. Suitable for recording rich Using with your computer sound such as music at a concert. Printing Back to top Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 172: Red Eye Reduction
In 3D shooting mode ● When (Anti Motion Blur), (Night Scene), (Hand-held Twilight), (High Sensitivity), (Gourmet), ● (Pet), (Fireworks) or (Advanced Sports Shooting) mode is selected in Scene Selection. When Smile Shutter function is activated. ● Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 173: Blink Alert
Using MENU items (Viewing) (Settings) (Shooting Settings) [Blink Alert] desired mode Changing settings Auto Displays/hides the “Blinked eye detected” message. Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Back to top Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 174: Write Date
If you shot images with the date once, you cannot delete the date from the images later. ● The dates are doubly printed, if you set the camera to superimpose the dates when printing. ● The recorded time of the image cannot be superimposed on the image. ● Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 175: Expanded Focus
(Shooting Settings) [Expanded Focus] desired mode Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Expands/Does not expand approximately 2×. Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Back to top Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 176: Custom Button
Sets the Smile Shutter. Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Notes [Custom Button] is not available in Easy Mode. ● During playback, the CUSTOM button function is fixed to [View on Smartphone] (DSC-HX30/HX30V only). Contents list ● Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 177 Displays the image on the screen in high image quality. The battery Viewing images on a TV High power may decrease faster. Using with your computer Printing Back to top Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 178 Turns on the beep/shutter sound when you press the control wheel/ shutter button. Viewing images on a TV Turns off the beep/shutter sound. Using with your computer Printing Back to top Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 179: Panel Brightness
Viewing images on a TV When the high-temperature indicator ( ) is displayed, the screen may grow dark regardless of the settings. [Details] ● Using with your computer Back to top Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 180: Language Setting
(Settings) (Main Settings) [Language Setting] desired mode Using MENU items (Shooting) Back to top Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 181: Display Color
Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Black Changing settings White Sets the background color of the screen. Pink Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Back to top Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 182: Demo Mode
During a demonstration, if the number of images saved in the internal memory increases, the camera may ● automatically delete the images. It is recommended to make a backup copy of the images on the internal memory before a demonstration. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 183 Resets all settings to default settings. Using with your computer Network Settings Resets all network settings. Printing Note Troubleshooting Be sure not to remove the battery pack while initializing. ● Precautions/About this camera Back to top Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 184: Function Guide
[Function Guide] desired mode Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Displays/hides the function guide. Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Back to top Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 185: Hdmi Resolution
Outputs signals in HD picture quality (1080i). Printing Note Troubleshooting If you cannot display the screen properly with the [Auto] setting, select either [1080i] or [1080p] depending on the TV to ● be connected. Precautions/About this camera Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 186: Ctrl For Hdmi
You can perform the operation of the camera with the remote controller of your TV by connecting your camera to a ● Printing “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV. Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Related Topic Viewing an image on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 187 Does not use the Auto power-off function. Contents list Note The camera does not enter Eco mode under conditions such as during a slideshow, when recording movies or when ● the camera is connected to a computer. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 188 If Device Stage* does not appear when connecting the camera to a Windows 7 computer, set [USB Connect Setting] to ● [Auto]. * Device Stage is a menu screen to manage connected devices, such as a camera. (Function of Windows 7) Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 189 Disables USB power supplied function even if you connect the camera to a Viewing images on a TV device such as a computer using a micro USB cable. Using with your computer Printing Back to top Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 190: Lun Setting
Troubleshooting displayed when the camera is connected to a device other than a computer. Precautions/About this camera Contents list Note Set [LUN Setting] to [Multi] when installing “PlayMemories Home.” ● Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 191: Download Music
2. Make a USB connection between the camera and a computer, then start “Music Transfer”. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen to change music files. Changing settings Back to top Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 192: Empty Music
1. MENU (Settings) (Main Settings) [Empty Music] [OK] Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Related Topic “Music Transfer” Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Back to top Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 193 Related Topic Viewing images on a TV Position Information (DSC-HX20V/HX30V only) Using with your computer GPS setting (DSC-HX20V/HX30V only) GPS assist data (DSC-HX20V/HX30V only) Printing Send by TransferJet Troubleshooting Back to top Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 194 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings > Main Settings > GPS setting (DSC-HX20V/HX30V only) Before Use GPS setting (DSC-HX20V/HX30V only) Shooting Checking triangulating status and shooting direction Viewing The built-in GPS and direction sensor of this camera acquire the information on location or the shooting direction, and record Using MENU items (Shooting) it on images.
Page 195 Your camera is receiving a GPS signal, Triangulating and can acquire location information. Related Topic Position Information (DSC-HX20V/HX30V only) GPS assist data (DSC-HX20V/HX30V only) Auto Clock ADJ (DSC-HX20V/HX30V only) Auto Area ADJ (DSC-HX20V/HX30V only) GPS (DSC-HX20V/HX30V only) Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 196 If the term of validity of GPS assist data has run out, the time until you can record location information cannot be ● shortened. Related Topic GPS setting (DSC-HX20V/HX30V only) GPS (DSC-HX20V/HX30V only) Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 197 Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Related Topic Changing settings GPS Log REC (DSC-HX20V/HX30V only) Viewing images on a TV Back to top Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 198 Set the [TransferJet] function to [Off] in countries and regions other than where you purchased your camera. Depending ● on the country or region, if you use the TransferJet function, you may be liable due to local restrictions on transmission of electromagnetic waves. Related Topic Send by TransferJet TransferJet standard Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 199 Eye-Fi cards that you insert into this product have “Endless Memory Mode” turned off. For details on setting “Endless Memory Mode”, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Eye-Fi card. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 200 Viewing 1. MENU (Settings) (Main Settings) [Version] Using MENU items (Shooting) Back to top Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 201 Depending on the access point, [WPS Push] may not be available. In such cases, follow the steps for [Access point ● settings] and register your access point. [Details] Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Related Topic Printing Access point settings (DSC-HX30/HX30V only) Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Back to top Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 202 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings > Network Settings > Access point settings (DSC-HX30/HX30V only) Before Use Access point settings (DSC-HX30/HX30V only) Shooting How to use the keyboard Viewing Other setting items Using MENU items (Shooting) You can register your access point manually.
Page 203 Screen names Functions The characters you entered are displayed. If you input characters exceeding the set number of characters, Input box is displayed on the screen. Each time you press on the control wheel, character Switch character types types are switched among alphabet letters, numerals and symbols.
Page 204 Note To give the registered access point priority, set [Priority Connection] to [On]. ● Related Topic WPS Push (DSC-HX30/HX30V only) Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 205 For input method, refer to “How to use the keyboard.” [Details] ● Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Related Topic Using with your computer WPS Push (DSC-HX30/HX30V only) Access point settings (DSC-HX30/HX30V only) Printing Back to top Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 206 Viewing images on a TV Note After resetting the connection information, you must set a smartphone. ● Using with your computer Printing Related Topic Troubleshooting View on Smartphone (DSC-HX30/HX30V only) Precautions/About this camera Back to top Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 207 1. MENU (Settings) (Network Settings) [Disp MAC Address] Using MENU items (Shooting) Back to top Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 208 [Format] [OK] Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Note Note that formatting permanently erases all data including even protected images. Using with your computer ● Printing Back to top Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 209 Up to 4,000 images can be stored in one folder. When the folder capacity is exceeded, a new folder is automatically Troubleshooting ● created. Precautions/About this camera Back to top Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 210 You cannot select a folder with a number that has only “ MSDCF” or “ ANV01” as a recording ● folder. Printing You cannot move recorded images to another folder. ● Troubleshooting Back to top Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 211 If a folder contains protected images or files that cannot be played back by the camera, images other than these ● images are deleted and the folder will remain. Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Back to top Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 212 The data will be copied to the recording folder that is currently being used, with a number one higher than the largest ● Printing data number in that folder. [Details] Troubleshooting Back to top Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 213 Starts from 0001 each time the folder is changed. (When the recording Reset folder contains a file, a number one higher than the largest number is Printing assigned.) Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Back to top Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 214: Area Setting
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Changing settings > Clock Settings > Area Setting Before Use Area Setting Shooting DSC-HX20/HX30 Viewing Adjusts the time to the local time of a selected area. Setting a frequently visited destination lets you easily adjust the time when you visit that destination. Using MENU items (Shooting) 1.
Page 216 4. [OK] Date & Time Format You can select the date and time display format. Summer Time/Daylight Savings You can select Daylight Savings [On]/[Off]. Date & Time You can set the date and time. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 217 There may be discrepancies of a few seconds. ● Depending on the area, it may not function correctly. ● Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Related Topic Contents list GPS setting (DSC-HX20V/HX30V only) GPS (DSC-HX20V/HX30V only) Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 218 Depending on the area, [Auto Area ADJ] may not function correctly. In that case, set [Auto Area ADJ] to [Off]. ● Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Related Topic GPS setting (DSC-HX20V/HX30V only) Contents list GPS (DSC-HX20V/HX30V only) Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 219 “PhotoTV HD” allows for a highly-detailed, photo-like expression of subtle textures and colors. ● When the camera is connected to a Sony TV compatible with Video A mode using an HDMI Cable, your TV is ● automatically set to the picture quality suitable for still images. When the setting of the TV is set to Video, the picture quality is set to that suitable for movies.
Page 220: Menu Function
[Off]. When the camera is in Easy Mode, SYNC MENU does not appear on the TV. ● Open the HDMI cover all the way when inserting the HDMI Cable into the camera. ● Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 222 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Viewing images on a TV > Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV > Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV Before Use Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV Shooting You can view 3D images recorded on the camera in 3D format by connecting the camera to a 3D TV using an HDMI Cable Viewing (sold separately).
Page 223 TV are connected by an HDMI Cable (sold separately). Open the HDMI cover all the way when inserting the HDMI Cable into the camera. ● Related Topic 3D Viewing Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 224: Recommended Computer Environment
(high speed transfer), as the camera is compatible with Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0). When your computer resumes activity from suspend or sleep mode, communication between the camera and your ● computer may not recover at the same time. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 225 “PlayMemories Home” functions, connect to the Internet and install the “Expanded Feature.” Contents list Note Mac does not support “PlayMemories Home.” Use the application bundled with the Mac to play back images. ● Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 226 “Expanded Feature.” For details on “PlayMemories Home”, see (PlayMemories Home Help Guide) or the following PlayMemories ● Home support page (English only): http://www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/ Notes Log on as Administrator. ● Set MENU (Settings) (Main Settings) [LUN Setting] to [Multi].
Page 228 (Main Settings) [Download Music], ● and connect the camera to the computer. Printing For other details, see the help in “Music Transfer”. Troubleshooting Related Topic Precautions/About this camera Download Music Contents list Empty Music Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 229: Software For Mac
[LUN Setting] to [Multi]. Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Note The available software varies depending on the area. ● Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Back to top Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 230: Connecting The Camera To The Computer
When connecting the camera to a computer using the micro USB cable, power feeding from the computer starts if ● [USB Power Supply] is set to [On]. ([On] is the default setting.) Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Related Topic Contents list USB Connect Setting LUN Setting Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 231 PC, it may destroy the image file or playback may become impossible. Do not delete or copy AVCHD movies on the camera’s memory card from a PC. Sony bears no responsibility for the result of operations of this type.
Page 232: Deleting The Usb Connection
The disconnect icon may not appear when you use a Windows 7 computer. In this case, you can disconnect the ● camera from the computer without following the above steps. Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 233 ● disc on AVCHD format playback devices, such as (HD) (AVCHD disc) a Sony Blu-ray disc player and a PlayStation 3. You cannot play the disc on ordinary DVD players. Standard definition image quality (STD) movies converted from high-definition image quality (HD)
Page 234: Disc Type
For details on how to create a disc, refer to the operating instructions of the device you use. ● If you create a disc using Sony DVDirect (DVD Writer), use the memory card slot of the DVD Writer or connect the DVD ●...
Page 235 ● the image quality must be converted. To save [AVC HD 28M (PS)] or [AVC HD 24M (FX)] movies without converting the image quality, use Blu-ray discs. Disc creation may take time. ● Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 236: Table Of Contents
Disc creation may take time due to converting the AVCHD movie to standard definition image quality (STD). ● The PC must be connected to the Internet the first time a DVD-Video disc is created. ● Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 237 To create a Blu-ray disc from movies recorded in [AVC HD 28M (PS)], you need to use device that is compliant with an ● AVCHD format Ver. 2.0. Printing Back to top Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 238: Printing Still Images
Notes When you print still images shot in [16:9] mode, both edges may be cut off. ● Troubleshooting You cannot print panorama images depending on the printer. ● Precautions/About this camera Back to top Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 239: If You Have Problems
[Details] Changing settings 4. Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Viewing images on a TV Be aware that by sending the camera for repair, you give consent that the contents of the internal memory, music files ●...
Page 240: Battery Pack And Power
10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F). The camera makes a noise when it is shaken. If the power is not on, the camera may make a noise when it is shaken. This is not a malfunction. ● Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 241: Cannot Record Images
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Shooting still images/movies Before Use Shooting still images/movies Shooting Viewing Cannot record images. Using MENU items (Shooting) If images are recorded on the internal memory even when a memory card is inserted into the camera, make sure that the ●...
Page 242 You cannot use the flash when: ● Shooting in Background Defocus mode ● Burst mode is selected. [Details] ● (Anti Motion Blur), (Night Scene), (Hand-held Twilight), (High Sensitivity), (Fireworks) or ● (Advanced Sports Shooting) mode is selected in Scene Selection. Shooting in Sweep Panorama mode ●...
Page 243: Cannot Shoot Images In Succession
[Scene Recognition] is set to [Advanced]. [Details] ● When the brightness of the subject changes, a clicking sound is heard. This is the sound of the ND filter inside the lens working. It is not a malfunction. ● Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 244: Viewing Images
Check whether the connection is correct. [Details] ● The 3D images do not appear on the TV even though the camera is in [3D Viewing] mode. Check that the TV is set to display the 3D images. ● Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 245 Use “PlayMemories Home” to import the movies with GPS location information to your computer. ● Excessive error in compass information. Do not place the camera in close proximity to a magnetic source, or a metal. ● Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 246: Cannot Import Images
Use “PlayMemories Home” to play images stored on a PC with this camera. Use the application bundled with the Mac to ● play back the images. Register the image in the Image Database File and play in [Date View]. [Details] ● Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 247: Memory Card
Images are recorded on the internal memory even when a memory card is inserted into the Printing camera. Troubleshooting Make sure that the memory card is fully inserted into the camera. ● Precautions/About this camera Back to top Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 248: Internal Memory
● Using with your computer Cannot copy the data on the memory card or the computer to the internal memory. Printing This feature is not available. ● Troubleshooting Back to top Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 249 The 3D images displayed on the camera are MPO files, but the images to be printed are JPEG files, so in some cases, ● the images to be printed out are not the same as the ones displayed on the screen. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 250 The date or time is incorrect. The Area Setting is set to a different location than your current location. Change the setting by MENU ● (Settings) [Clock Settings] [Area Setting]. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 251 [Details] ● E:94: There is a malfunction when writing or deleting data. Repair is required. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized ● Sony service facility. Be prepared to give all numbers in the error code beginning from the E.
Page 252 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Warning indicators and messages > Messages Before Use Messages Shooting If the following messages appear, follow the instructions. Viewing Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) The battery level is low. Charge the battery pack immediately. Depending on the conditions of use or the type of battery ●...
Page 253 Reinsert the memory card, and select [OK] to recover data. ● No images No images that can be played back have been recorded in the internal memory. ● No images that can be played back have been recorded in this folder of the memory card. ●...
Page 254 MP4 12M is not supported with this memory card. MP4 6M is not supported with this memory card. For recording movies, it is recommended that you use a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” (Mark2) media, a “Memory Stick PRO- ● HG Duo” media or an SD card (Class 4 or faster). Movie with different video signal format from this device recorded.
Page 255 Either communication was cut off during image transfer, or transfer was cut off because device memory is full. Check the ● available memory capacity and try transferring data using TransferJet again. You may not be able to receive the image depending on the image. ● Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 256: Situations This Camera Has Difficulty Handling
Scenes with little contrast, such as the sky or a sandy beach Intelligent Sweep Panorama ● Superior Auto ● 3D Sweep Panorama ● Sweep Multi Angle ● Scenes changing constantly, such as waterfalls Intelligent Sweep Panorama ● Superior Auto ● Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 257 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Precautions/About this camera > Precautions > Precautions Before Use Precautions Shooting Internal memory and memory card back up Viewing On database files Using MENU items (Shooting) Do not use/store the camera in the following places Using MENU items (Viewing) On carrying On operating temperatures...
Page 258 The camera conforms with DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) universal standard established by JEITA (Japan ● Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). Sony does not guarantee that the camera will play back images recorded or edited with other equipment, or that other ● equipment will play back images recorded with the camera.
Page 259: On The Internal Rechargeable Backup Battery
Insert a charged battery pack in the camera, and then leave the camera for 24 hours or more with the power off. Using with your computer Back to top Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 260 Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Precautions/About this camera > Precautions > Battery pack Before Use Battery pack Shooting On charging the battery pack Viewing Effective use of the battery pack Using MENU items (Shooting) Remaining battery charge Using MENU items (Viewing) How to store the battery pack On battery life...
Page 261 The NP-BG1 (supplied) can be used only in G type compatible Cyber-shot models. ● If you use the NP-FG1 battery pack (sold separately), the minutes also appear after the battery remaining indicator ( ● 60 Min). Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 262 The supplied AC Adaptor is dedicated to this camera. Do not connect with other electronic devices. Doing so may cause Viewing ● a malfunction. Also, make sure to use a genuine Sony AC Adaptor. If the Power/charge lamp of the camera flashes during charging, remove the battery pack being charged, and then insert Using MENU items (Shooting) ●...
Page 263: Memory Stick Duo
Cyber-shot User Guide Search Print Top page > Precautions/About this camera > Precautions > Memory card Before Use Memory card Shooting Memory card Viewing Note on using the memory card adaptor (sold separately) Using MENU items (Shooting) “Memory Stick” media Using MENU items (Viewing) When using a “Memory Stick Duo”...
Page 264 Duo size, you might not be able to remove it from the camera. Do not leave the “Memory Stick Micro” media within the reach of small children. They might accidentally swallow it. ● Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 265 Do not touch the camera with any of the above on your hand. ● Troubleshooting Do not leave the camera in contact with rubber or vinyl for a long time. ● Back to top Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 266: Number Of Still Images
When the number of remaining shootable images is greater than 9,999, the “>9999” indicator appears. ● When an image shot with other cameras is played back on this camera, the image may not appear in the actual image ● size. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 267: Recordable Time Of Movies
When you record a fast-moving subject, the image is clearer but the recordable time is shorter because more memory is required for recording. The recordable time also varies depending on the shooting conditions, the subject or the image quality/size settings. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 268: Using The Camera Abroad
Using MENU items (Viewing) An electronic voltage transformer is unnecessary and its use may cause a malfunction. ● Changing settings Back to top Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 269: On Tv Color Systems
Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom, Viet Nam, etc. Using with your computer PAL-M system Printing Brazil PAL-N system Troubleshooting Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay Precautions/About this camera SECAM system Bulgaria, France, Greece, Guiana, Iran, Iraq, Monaco, Russia, Ukraine, etc. Contents list Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 270: Avchd Format
*2 720p specification A high definition specification which utilizes 720 effective scanning lines and the progressive system. *3 Data recorded in AVCHD format other than the above mentioned cannot be played on your camera. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 271 If you do not want to record location and direction information, set [GPS setting] to [Off]. ● On the other restriction Use GPS in accordance with the regulations of the place or situation. ● On the geographic coordinate system The “WGS-84” geographic coordinate system is used. ● Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 272: Transferjet Standard
Use the “SCSI” communication protocol above when connecting to a TransferJet-compatible device (sold separately). ● Or, use the “OBEX” communication protocol when sharing data between cameras. Using with your computer Back to top Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 273 We would prefer you do not contact us about the contents of source code. Licenses (in English) are recorded in the internal memory of your camera. Establish a Mass Storage connection between the camera and a computer to read licenses in the “PMHOME” - “LICENSE” folder. Back to top Copyright 2012 Sony Corporation...
Page 274 “BRAVIA,” “PhotoTV HD,” “DVDirect,” TransferJet and the TransferJet logo “Blu-ray Disc™” and “Blu-ray™”are trademarks of the Blu-ray Disc Association. Changing settings ● “AVCHD Progressive” and “AVCHD Progressive” logotype are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony ● Corporation. Viewing images on a TV Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

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