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Digital Still Camera
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and
retain it for future reference.
Owner's Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record
the serial number in the space provided below.
Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer
regarding this product.
Model No. DSC-U20
Serial No.
DSC-U20
© 2002 Sony Corporation
3-078-812-13(1)
Getting started ________________________
Shooting still images __________________
Viewing still images ___________________
Enjoying movies ______________________
Deleting images _______________________
Copying images_____________________
Troubleshooting ______________________
Additional information _________________
Index
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DSC-U20 Serial No. - Page 2 WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. For the Customers in the U.S.A. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
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Page 3: Declaration Of Conformity
If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Services Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) The number below is for the FCC related matters only. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSC-U20 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. - Page 4 If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station.
- Page 5 Attention for the Customers in Europe This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits sets out in the EMC Directive for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters. Attention The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound of this camera.
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Page 6: Before Using Your Camera
Before using your camera Trial recording Before you record one-time events, you may want to make a trial recording to make sure that the camera is working correctly. No compensation for contents of the recording Contents of the recording cannot be compensated for if recording or playback is not possible due to a malfunction of your camera or recording media, etc. -
Page 7: How To Hold The Camera
Trademarks • “Memory Stick,” and “MagicGate Memory Stick” are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • “Memory Stick Duo” and trademarks of Sony Corporation. • “MagicGate” and Sony Corporation. • Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of the U.S. -
Page 8: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Before using your camera ... 6 How to hold the camera ... 7 Identifying the parts ... 10 Getting started Preparing batteries... 12 Charging the batteries... 12 Inserting the batteries ... 15 Using your camera abroad... 18 Turning on/off your camera ... - Page 9 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ... 81 Warnings and messages ... 88 Self-diagnosis display ... 89 Additional information Menu items... 90 Precautions ... 93 On “Memory Stick” ... 95 On Nickel Metal Hydride batteries ... 96 Specifications ... 97 LCD screen displays ... 99 Index ...
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Page 10: Identifying The Parts
Identifying the parts See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. A Shutter button (27) B POWER button (19) C POWER lamp (19) D Lens cover (19) E Mode switch PLAY: To view images (43) STILL: To shoot still images (26) To shoot five images continuously (39) MOVIE: To shoot movies (49) -
Page 11: Lcd Screen
A LCD screen Flash charge lamp (orange) (33) Attaching the C MENU button neck strap D Control button Menu on: v/V Menu off: /SCENE (32, 36) E EXEC button F Hook for neck strap G Battery/“Memory Stick” cover H OPEN button (15) I Access lamp (23) J USB jack (69) K USB jack cover... -
Page 12: Getting Started
Preparing batteries Use the following batteries in this camera. Acceptable batteries Size AAA Nickel Metal Hydride batteries (2) – NH-AAA-DI (2) (supplied) – NH-AAA-2DI twin-pack (not supplied) Batteries that cannot be used* Manganese batteries, lithium batteries, Ni-Cd batteries, alkaline batteries When the above batteries are used, operation is not guaranteed due to possible voltage drops or other characteristics of the batteries. - Page 13 To the wall outlet (wall socket) CHARGE lamp , Connect the charger to a wall outlet (wall socket) using the power cord (mains lead). The CHARGE lamp lights up when charging begins, and goes off when charging is completed. It takes about 13 hours to completely charge the batteries.
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Page 14: Charging Time
Precautions to be observed when charging the batteries • Do not charge any other batteries except Sony Nickel Metal Hydride batteries in the charger supplied with your camera. If you try to charge any other type of battery (e.g., manganese batteries, alkaline dry cells, or primary lithium... -
Page 15: Inserting The Batteries
Battery remaining indicator (when using Nickel Metal Hydride batteries) As the battery power decreases with use, the battery remaining indicator displays the amount of power remaining using the following symbols. Battery remaining Battery remaining guidelines indicator Sufficient power remaining Battery half full Battery low, recording/playback will stop soon. -
Page 16: Insert The Batteries
, Insert the batteries. Match the +/– poles of the batteries to the +/– marks inside the battery case. • From time to time, use a dry cloth to wipe any dirt off of the battery terminals and the contacts inside the battery/ “Memory Stick”... - Page 17 Battery life and number of images that can be recorded/viewed The tables show the approximate battery life and the number of images that can be recorded/viewed with a fully charged batteries at a temperature of 25°C (77°F) in auto adjustment mode. The numbers of images that can be recorded or viewed take into account changing the supplied “Memory Stick”...
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Page 18: Using Your Camera Abroad
Shooting movies NH-AAA-DI (2) (supplied) LCD LIGHT Continuous recording The maximum shooting time is 15 seconds • The remaining indicator will decrease in the following situations: – The surrounding temperature is low – The flash is used – The camera has been turned on and off many times –... -
Page 19: Turning On/Off Your Camera
Turning on/off your camera POWER , Slide the lens cover in the direction of the arrow or press the POWER button. When you open the lens cover or press the POWER button, the power is automatically on. The POWER lamp (green) lights up. When you turn on your camera for the first time, the DATE NOTATION screen appears on the LCD screen (page 20). -
Page 20: Setting The Date And Time
Setting the date and time POWER POWER button , Slide the lens cover in the direction of the arrow or press the POWER button to turn on the power. The POWER lamp (green) lights up and the DATE NOTATION screen appears on the LCD screen. •... - Page 21 2003 , Set the numeric value with v/V on the control button, then press EXEC. The item to be set is indicated with v/V. After entering the number, v/V moves to the next item. Repeat this step until all of the items are set. •...
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Page 22: Shooting Still Images
Inserting and removing a “Memory Stick” , Open the battery/“Memory Stick” cover. Slide the cover in the direction of the arrow 1 while pressing OPEN. The battery/“Memory Stick” cover opens in the direction the arrow 2. Shooting still images Connector side Label side , Insert the “Memory Stick.”... -
Page 23: Setting The Still Image Size
Access lamp , Close the battery/“Memory Stick” cover. To remove a “Memory Stick” Open the battery/“Memory Stick” cover, then push the “Memory Stick” to pop it out. • When the access lamp is lit up, it means that image data is being read or written. Never open the battery/“Memory Stick”... - Page 24 , Select [ ] with v/V on the control button, then press EXEC. Select [SIZE·BURST] with v/V on the control button, then press EXEC. RETURN SIZE BURST • 1632 1632 1632 FOCUS AUTO SELFTIMER P.EFFECT EXEC , Select the desired image size with v/V on the control button, then press EXEC.
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Page 25: Image Size
Image size You can choose the image size (number of pixels) according to the kind of images you want to shoot. Larger image sizes result in a larger data size, which means fewer images that you can record in a “Memory Stick.”... -
Page 26: Basic Still Image Shooting (Using Auto Adjustment Mode)
Basic still image shooting (using auto adjustment mode) STILL , Set the mode switch to STILL, and slide the lens cover to turn on the power. • Still images are recorded in JPEG format. • The exposure and focus are adjusted automatically at the factory setting. - Page 27 Flashes green t Lights up , Press and hold the shutter button halfway down. The beep sounds but the image is not yet recorded. When the AE/AF lock indicator changes from flashing to lighted up, the camera is ready for shooting. •...
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Page 28: Auto Focus
Auto Focus When you try to shoot a subject that is difficult to focus on, the AE/AF lock indicator changes to flashing slowly. The Auto Focus function may have difficulty working under the following conditions. In such cases, release the shutter button, then recompose the shot and focus again. -
Page 29: Using The Self-Timer
LCD screen display during shooting You can use [DISPLAY] under [ v/V on the control button to turn the display on and off. This is useful when recording under conditions where it is difficult to check the image on the LCD screen. When [DISPLAY] is When [DISPLAY] is [ON]... - Page 30 , Select [ ] with v/V on the control button, then press EXEC. Select [SELFTIMER] with v/V on the control button, then press EXEC. RETURN SIZE BURST • 1632 1632 1632 FOCUS AUTO SELFTIMER P.EFFECT EXEC , Select [ON] with v/V on the control button, then press EXEC.
- Page 31 , Center the subject in the LCD screen, and press and hold the shutter button halfway down. 1632 1632 1632 , Press the shutter button fully down. The self-timer lamp (page 10) flashes in red and the beep sounds. The image will be shot after approximately 10 seconds.
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Page 32: Selecting A Flash Mode
Selecting a flash mode , Set the mode switch to STILL, and press v ( ) on the control button repeatedly to select a flash mode. Each time you press v ( ), the indicator changes as follows: 1632 1632 1632 No indicator (Auto): Based on the lighting conditions, the camera will decide if there is enough... - Page 33 • You cannot use the flash in the Burst mode. • If the menu is currently displayed, press MENU first so that the menu disappears. • When using the Auto, (Red-eye reduction) or flash) mode, you may notice some noise in the image when you look at the LCD screen in a dark place, but this will have no effect on the shot image.
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Page 34: Shooting According To Scene Conditions - Scene Selection
Shooting according to scene conditions – Scene Selection When shooting portraits, shooting night scenes or shooting landscapes, use the modes listed below to improve the quality of your images. Soft snap mode Soft snap mode The soft snap mode lets you shoot skin colors in brighter and warmer tones for more beautiful pictures. - Page 35 Illumination snap mode Illumination snap mode The illumination snap mode lets you capture beautiful images of both subjects and night scene backgrounds at the same time. In addition, the cross filter effect enhances street lamps or other lights with cross-shaped rays.
- Page 36 , Set the mode switch to STILL, and press V (SCENE) on the control button repeatedly to select a desired mode. Each time you press V (SCENE), the indicator changes as follows: 1632 1632 1632 (Soft snap mode) t (Vivid nature mode) t No indicator (Auto) •...
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Page 37: Setting The Distance To The Subject - Focus Preset
Setting the distance to the subject – Focus preset 0.5 m 0.2 m When shooting an image using a preset distance to the subject, or when shooting a subject through a net or window glass, it is difficult to achieve a proper focus using the auto focus function. - Page 38 , Select [ ] with v/V on the control button, then press EXEC. Select [FOCUS] with v/V on the control button, then press EXEC. RETURN SIZE BURST • 1632 1632 1632 FOCUS AUTO SELFTIMER P.EFFECT EXEC , Select the desired focus setting with v/V on the control button, then press EXEC.
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Page 39: Shooting Five Images Continuously - Burst
Shooting five images continuously – Burst MENU , Set the mode switch to STILL, and press MENU. The menu appears on the LCD screen. • You cannot use the flash in this mode. • You can shoot up to five images in succession by holding down the shutter button. - Page 40 , Select [BURST] with v/V on the control button, then press EXEC. Press MENU so that the menu disappears from the LCD screen. SIZE • BURST 1632 1224 1632 1632 1632 640 480 BURST EXEC , Press the shutter button halfway down, then hold the shutter button fully down.
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Page 41: Adding Special Effects - Picture Effect
Adding special effects – Picture Effect You can digitally process images to obtain special effects. NEG. ART SEPIA The color and brightness of The picture is sepia-toned the picture are reversed as like an old photograph. in a negative. B&W SOLARIZE The picture is monochrome The light contrast is clearer... - Page 42 , Select [ ] with v/V on the control button, then press EXEC. Select [P.EFFECT] with v/V on the control button, then press EXEC. RETURN SIZE BURST • 1632 1632 1632 FOCUS AUTO SELFTIMER P.EFFECT EXEC , Select the desired mode with v/V on the control button, then press EXEC.
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Page 43: Viewing Still Images
Viewing still images on the LCD screen Single (single-image) Index (four-image) screen screen 1632 1632 1632 100-0008 2003 12:00 You can view images shot with your camera almost immediately on the LCD screen. You can select the following two methods for viewing images. Viewing still images Single (single-image) screen You can view one image at a time, displayed over the... -
Page 44: Viewing Single Images
Viewing single images PLAY , Set the mode switch to PLAY, and press the POWER button to turn on the power. The last image you shot appears on the LCD screen. • If you close the lens cover while viewing images, the power is off. -
Page 45: Viewing An Index Screen (Four-Image)
Viewing an index screen (four-image) PLAY MENU , Set the mode switch to PLAY, and press MENU. The menu appears on the LCD screen. RETURN DELETE DELETE ALL INDEX DPOF , Select [ button, then press EXEC. RETURN DELETE DELETE ALL INDEX DPOF EXEC... - Page 46 RETURN DELETE DELETE ALL INDEX DPOF , Select [INDEX] with v/V on the control button, then press EXEC. The display switches to the Index (four-image) screen. To display the next (previous) index screen Press v/V on the control button to move the yellow border.
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Page 47: Choosing Images To Print - Print (Dpof) Mark
Choosing images to print – Print (DPOF) mark You can mark a print (DPOF) mark on still images shot with your camera. This function is convenient when having images printed at a shop or by a printer that supports the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard. - Page 48 MENU , Press MENU, and select [ the control button, then press EXEC. Select [DPOF] with v/V on the control button, then press EXEC. To mark the print (DPOF) mark in index-image mode For details, see page 46 and switch to index screen. RETURN DELETE DELETE ALL...
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Page 49: Enjoying Movies
Shooting movies MOVIE , Set the mode switch to MOVIE, and open the lens cover to turn on the power. • Movies are recorded in MPEG format. • Sound cannot be recorded in movies. STBY 5:10 , Press the shutter button fully down. “REC”... - Page 50 , To stop recording, press the shutter button fully again. Indicators during shooting Indicators on the LCD screen are not recorded. You can use [DISPLAY] under [ the control button to turn the display on and off (page 29). For detailed descriptions of the indicators, see page 100.
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Page 51: Viewing Movies On The Lcd Screen
Shooting time The shooting time is different, depending on the capacity of the “Memory Stick.” Refer to the following chart when you choose a “Memory Stick.” • The maximum shooting time is 15 seconds per recording. • The shooting time may vary, depending on the shooting conditions. - Page 52 , Select the desired movies with v/V on the control button. v : To display the preceding image V : To display the next image 16/18 0:00 MOV00016 2003 7 10:30 , Press EXEC. The movie is played back. To stop playback Press EXEC.
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Page 53: Deleting Images
Deleting images PLAY 100-0008 2003 7 4 , Set the mode switch to PLAY, and press the POWER button to turn on the power. Press v/V on the control button to select the image you want to delete. 1632 1632 1632 10:30 POWER... - Page 54 , Select [DELETE] with v/V on the control button, then press EXEC. The image has not yet been deleted at this point. To delete all the images Select [DELETE ALL] in step 3. RETURN DELETE DELETE ALL INDEX DPOF EXEC , Select [OK] with v/V on the control button, then press EXEC.
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Page 55: Formatting A "Memory Stick
Formatting a “Memory Stick” , Insert the “Memory Stick” you want to format into the camera. Do not open the battery/“Memory Stick” cover while formatting the “Memory Stick.” Doing so could damage the “Memory Stick.” • When you format a “Memory Stick,” be sure to remain sufficient power, as “FORMAT ERROR”... - Page 56 , Select [ ] with v/V on the control button, then press EXEC. Select [FORMAT] with v/V on the control button, then press EXEC. RETURN FORMAT EXEC , Select [OK] with v/V on the control button, then press EXEC. The “FORMATTING” message appears. When this message disappears, the format is complete.
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Page 57: Copying Images
Copying images to your computer Follow the steps below to copy the images you have shot to your computer. Steps required by your OS (Operating System) Steps Windows 98/98SE/2000/Me Steps 1 to 5 (pages 59 to 73, 76, 78) Steps 5 of 1 to 5 (pages Windows XP 59, 60, 62 to 70, 74 to 76, 78) Mac OS 8.5.1/8.6/9.0/9.1/9.2,... -
Page 58: Usb Mode
When a USB connector is not provided on your computer When neither a USB connector nor a “Memory Stick” slot is provided, you can copy images using an additional device. See the Sony Website for details. http://www.sony.net/... -
Page 59: Installing The Usb Driver And Application
1 Installing the USB driver and application Contents of the CD-ROM x USB driver This driver is needed in order to connect the camera to a PC. x Image Transfer (for Windows users only) This application is used to easily transfer images shot with your camera to a computer. - Page 60 • This section describes how to establish a USB connection using Windows Me as an example. The required operations may differ depending on your OS. • Close down all applications running on the computer before installing the driver. • When using Windows XP or Windows 2000, log on as Administrators.
- Page 61 , Click [Next]. When the “Information” screen appears, click [Next]. The USB driver installation starts. When the installation is completed, the screen informs you of completion. Click here , Click [Yes, I want to restart my computer now], then click [Finish]. Your computer restarts.
- Page 62 Click here , Click [Image Transfer] on the title screen. Select the desired language, then click [OK]. The “Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard” screen appears. The USB driver is needed in order to use “Image Transfer.” If the necessary driver is not already installed on your computer, a screen that asks if you want to install the driver will appear.
- Page 63 Click here Click here , Select the folder to be installed, then , Click [Next]. click [Next]. Select the program folder, then click [Next].
- Page 64 , Confirm if the checkbox is checked on the “Image Transfer Settings” screen, then click [Next]. “Image Transfer” installation starts. When the installation is completed, the screen informs you of completion. Click here , Click [Finish]. The “InstallShield Wizard” screen closes. If you wish to continue with the installation of “ImageMixer,”...
- Page 65 Click here , Click [PIXELA ImageMixer] on the title screen. The “Choose Setup Language” screen appears. • You can use the “PIXELA ImageMixer for Sony” software to copy, view and edit images. For details, see the software’s help files. Click here , Select the desired language, then click [OK].
- Page 66 , Follow instructions on each succeeding screen. When installation is complete, the “Read Me” text appears. Read the text, then close the window by clicking at the upper right corner of the screen. After that, click [Finish] in the install screen to close the install screen.
- Page 67 Click here , Click [Install] at the “DirectX(R) Setup” screen. When the “DirectX Setup” screen appears, click [OK]. DirectX installation starts. When installation is complete, your computer restarts. , Remove the CD-ROM. Then, you can establish the USB connection.
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Page 68: Preparing Your Camera
2 Preparing your camera “Memory Stick” , Insert the “Memory Stick” with the images you want to copy into the camera. • For further details on the “Memory Stick”, see page 22. • When your camera is connected to a computer, it draws power from the computer side. -
Page 69: Connecting Your Camera To Your Computer
3 Connecting your camera to your computer , Open the jack cover, and connect the supplied USB cable to your camera. • Operations are not guaranteed when using a USB hub. , Connect the other end of the USB cable to your computer. - Page 70 For Windows 2000, Me, or XP users 1 Double-click the screen. 2 Click (Sony DSC), then click [Stop]. 3 Confirm the device on the confirmation screen, then click [OK]. 4 Click [OK]. This step is unnecessary for Windows XP users.
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Page 71: Copying Images
4 Copying images If “Launch Image Transfer automatically” (page 64) is checked during “Image Transfer” installation, “Image Transfer” automatically launches during USB connection and the images are copied. When copying is complete, “ImageMixer” automatically launches and a list of images appears. If “Image Transfer”... - Page 72 Copying images without using “Image Transfer” If you do not set to launch “Image Transfer” automatically, you can copy images as following procedure. a Double-click [My Computer], then double-click [Removable Disk]. The contents of the “Memory Stick” inserted in your camera appear. •...
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Page 73: When A Removable Disk Icon Is Not Shown
1 Click [Device Manager]. 2 Double-click [ Other Devices]. 3 Confirm if there is a “ Sony DSC” or “ Sony Handycam” with a 3 If you find either of the devices above, follow the steps below to delete them. - Page 74 To set the system so that the OS AutoPlay Wizard does not activate, continue and follow the procedure below to cancel the setting. b Click [Start], then click [My Computer]. c Right-click [Sony MemoryStick], then click [Properties]. d Cancel the setting. 1 Click [AutoPlay].
- Page 75 Copying images using the Windows XP OS AutoPlay Wizard a Connect the camera and your computer with a USB cable (page 69). b Click [Copy pictures to a folder on my computer using Microsoft Scanner and Camera Wizard], then click [OK]. The “Scanner and Camera Wizard”...
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Page 76: Changing "Image Transfer" Settings
Changing “Image Transfer” settings You can change “Image Transfer” settings. Right-click the “Image Transfer” icon on the task tray, select [Open Settings]. The settings you can set are as follows: [Basic], [Copy], and [Delete]. Right-click here When the “Image Transfer” starts, the below window appears. -
Page 77: Image File Storage Destinations And Image File Names
Image file storage destinations and image file names Image files recorded with your camera are grouped as folders in the “Memory Stick” by recording mode. Example: For Windows Me users Folder File name 100MSDCF DSC0ssss.JPG MOML0001 MOV0ssss.MPG Notes The meanings of the file names in the following table are as follows: ssss stands for any number within the range from 0001 to 9999. -
Page 78: Viewing The Images On Your Computer
“My Documents” folder. • When using Windows XP, double-click [Start] t [My Documents] in that order. • You can use the “PIXELA ImageMixer for Sony” software to view images on your computer. For details, see the software’s help files. -
Page 79: For Macintosh Users
1 Installing the USB driver (for Mac OS 8.5.1, 8.6 or 9.0 users only) 1 Turn on your computer, and set the supplied CD- ROM into the CD-ROM drive. The “PIXELA ImageMixer for Sony” screen appears. 2 Double-click (Setup Menu). 3 Click (USB Driver). - Page 80 2 Double-click the desired image file in the folder containing the copied files. The image file opens. • You can use the “PIXELA ImageMixer for Sony” software to copy images to your computer and to view images on your computer. For details, see the software’s help files.
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Page 81: Troubleshooting
• The Nickel Metal Hydride batteries are exhibiting the “memory effect” (page 13). • The batteries are dead (page 97). Troubleshooting 3 Should your camera still not work properly, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. RESET button Solution —... - Page 82 Symptom The battery life is short. You cannot turn on the camera. The power turns off suddenly. Shooting images Symptom The subject does not appear on the LCD screen. The image is out of focus. The image is too dark. The image is too bright.
- Page 83 Symptom Cause Your camera cannot record • No “Memory Stick” is inserted. images. • The capacity of the “Memory Stick” is insufficient. • The write-protect switch on the “Memory Stick” is set to the LOCK position. • You cannot shoot while the flash is charging.
- Page 84 Viewing images Symptom Your camera cannot play back images. The image cannot be played back on a computer. You cannot display a print (DPOF) mark. Deleting images Symptom Your camera cannot delete an image. Even though you attempted to delete all of the files, the “Memory Stick”...
- Page 85 Connect the camera and your computer correctly using the USB cable (page 69). p Follow the designated copy procedure for your OS (pages 57, 71, 74 and 80). p If you are using the “PIXELA ImageMixer for Sony” application software, click on HELP.
- Page 86 Solution p Connect the camera directly to your computer. p If you are using the “PIXELA ImageMixer for Sony” application software, click on HELP. p Consult the computer or software manufacturer. p Copy the file to the hard disk of your computer and then play back the file from the hard disk.
- Page 87 Symptom Cause You have formatted a • All the images on the “Memory Stick” are “Memory Stick” by mistake. deleted by formatting and cannot be restored. Other Symptom Cause Your camera does not work. • The battery level is low. (The E indicator appears.) •...
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Page 88: Warnings And Messages
Warnings and messages The following messages appear on the LCD screen. Message NO MEMORY STICK SYSTEM ERROR MEMORY STICK ERROR FORMAT ERROR MEMORY STICK LOCKED NO MEMORY SPACE NO FILE FILE ERROR FOLDER ERROR INVALID OPERATION LENS COVER CLOSED SHOOT AGAIN Meaning/Corrective Action •... -
Page 89: Self-Diagnosis Display
• Insert a new “Memory Stick” (page 22). • Press the RESET button (page 81) located on the bottom of the camera, then turn the power on again. Sony service facility and inform them of the 5-digit code. (Example: E:61:10) -
Page 90: Additional Information
Menu items Menu items that can be modified differ depending on the position of the mode switch. The LCD screen shows only the items you can operate at the moment. Factory settings are indicated with x. When the mode switch is set to STILL (when [ Item Setting x1632×1224 / 640×480 / BURST... - Page 91 When the mode switch is set to PLAY (when [ Item Setting DELETE CANCEL DELETE ALL CANCEL INDEX / SINGLE — DPOF ON / OFF * The following menus are available no matter what position the mode switch is in. When [ ] is selected Item...
- Page 92 When [ ] is selected Item Setting CLOCK SET DATE NOTATION DATE&TIME SET BEEP SHUTTER xNORMAL / PTP LANG — When [ ] is selected Item Setting FORMAT OK / CANCEL Description – Set the date notation (page 20). x[Y/M/D] / [M/D/Y] / [D/M/Y] –...
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Page 93: Precautions
Precautions On cleaning Cleaning the LCD screen Wipe the screen surface with an LCD cleaning kit (not supplied) to remove fingerprints, dust, etc. Cleaning the lens Wipe the lens with a soft cloth to remove fingerprints, dust, etc. Cleaning the camera surface Clean the camera surface with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water, then wipe the surface dry. - Page 94 On moisture condensation If the camera is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, or is placed in a very damp room, moisture may condense inside or outside the camera. Should this occur, the camera will not operate properly. Moisture condensation occurs easily when: •...
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Page 95: On "Memory Stick
On “Memory Stick” “Memory Stick” is a new compact, portable and versatile IC recording medium with a data capacity that exceeds the capacity of a floppy disk. In addition to exchanging data between “Memory Stick” compatible equipment, you can also use a “Memory Stick”... -
Page 96: On Nickel Metal Hydride Batteries
• When you carry or store the “Memory Stick,” put it in the case supplied with it. • Do not touch the connector of a “Memory Stick” with your hand or a metal object. • Do not strike, bend or drop a “Memory Stick.” •... -
Page 97: Specifications
Battery life • The battery life is limited. Battery capacity decreases little by little as you use it more and more, and as time passes. When the battery operating time seems to have been considerably shortened, a probable cause is that the batteries have reached the end of its life. •... - Page 98 Connector USB jack mini-B LCD screen LCD panel used 2.5 cm (1.0 type) TFT drive Total number of dots 64 460 (293×220) dots Power, general Used batteries AAA Nickel Metal Hydride batteries (2) 2.4 V 5 V (from USB cable) Power consumption (when shooting) 1.45 W Operating temperature range...
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Page 99: Lcd Screen Displays
LCD screen displays When shooting still images 1280 1632 1280 C:32:ss SLRZ A AE/AF indicator (27) B Battery remaining indicator (15) C Flash mode indicator (32) Red-eye reduction indicator (32) D Picture effect indicator (41) E Focus preset indicator (37) F Image size indicator (23, 39) G Remaining “Memory Stick”... - Page 100 When shooting movies SLRZ A Recording mode indicator (49) B Battery remaining indicator (15) C Picture effect indicator (41) D Focus preset indicator (37) E Low battery warning indicator (15) F Status indicator (49) G Remaining “Memory Stick” capacity H Recording time [maximum recordable STBY 12:55 I Self-diagnosis function indicator (89)
- Page 101 When playing back still images 11/12 1632 1632 1632 100 - 0011 9:30 2003 A Image size indicator (23, 39) B Print (DPOF) mark indicator (47) C File name (77) D Image number E Number of images recorded in “Memory Stick”...
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Page 102: Index
Index Access lamp ... 23 AE/AF lock ... 27 Auto Focus ... 28 Auto power-off function ... 19 Battery charging time ... 14 preparing batteries ... 12 remaining indicator ... 15 Battery life ...17 BEEP ... 92 Burst ...39 Charging charging the batteries ... - Page 103 File file names ... 77 image file storage destinations ... 77 Flash Red-eye reduction ... 32, 33, 35 selecting a flash mode ... 32 Focusing focus preset ... 37 shooting (using auto adjustment mode) ... 26 Formatting a “Memory Stick” ... 55 Image copying images to your computer ...
- Page 104 Picture effect ... 41 POWER ... 19 Power batteries ... 12 inserting the batteries ... 15 ON/OFF ... 19 Precautions ... 93 Print (DPOF) mark ... 47 Red-eye reduction ... 32, 33, 35 RESET button ... 81, 89 SCENE ... 36 Scene Selection (SCENE) ...
- Page 105 Viewing movies on the LCD screen ... 51 Viewing the images on your computer ... 78 Warnings and messages ... 88...
- Page 108 Printed on 100% recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. Sony Corporation Printed in Japan Additional information on this product and answers to frequent asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website.