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Sony DSC-H3 Cyber-shot&reg Handbook

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Download this manual See also: Service Manual, Instruction Manual
Digital Still Camera
Cyber-shot Handbook
DSC-H3
Before operating the unit, please read this
Handbook thoroughly together with the
"Instruction Manual" and the "Cyber-shot
Step-up Guide", and retain them for future
reference.
© 2007 Sony Corporation
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Table of contents
Basic Operations
Using the shooting
functions
Using the viewing
functions
Customizing the settings
Viewing images on a TV
Using your computer
Printing still images
Troubleshooting
Others
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  • Page 1 DSC-H3 Before operating the unit, please read this Handbook thoroughly together with the “Instruction Manual” and the “Cyber-shot Step-up Guide”, and retain them for future reference. © 2007 Sony Corporation VCLICK! Table of contents Basic Operations Using the shooting functions...

  • Page 2: Notes On Using The Camera

    Notes on using the camera Notes on the types of “Memory Stick” that you can use (not supplied) “Memory Stick Duo” You can use a “Memory Stick Duo” with the camera. “Memory Stick” You cannot use a “Memory Stick” with the camera. Other memory cards cannot be used.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Notes on using the camera ...2 Basic techniques for better images ...7 Focus – Focusing on a subject successfully... 7 Exposure – Adjusting the light intensity ... 9 Color – On the effects of lighting... 10 Quality – On “image quality” and “image size” ... 11 Flash –...
  • Page 4 Table of contents SteadyShot: Selecting the anti-blur mode SETUP: Selecting the shooting settings Using the viewing functions Playing back images from the HOME screen (Single Image): Playing back a single image (Index Display): Playing back a list of images (Slide Show): Playing back a series of images Viewing menu (Delete): Deleting images (Slide Show): Playing back a series of images...
  • Page 5 Table of contents Shooting Settings — Shooting Settings 2 ...73 Auto Orientation Clock Settings ...74 Language Setting...75 Viewing images on a TV Viewing images on a TV...76 Using your computer Enjoying your Windows computer ...79 Installing the software (supplied)...81 On the “Picture Motion Browser” (supplied) ...83 Copying images to your computer using the “Picture Motion Browser”...
  • Page 6 Table of contents Others Using the camera abroad — Power sources ... 114 On the “Memory Stick Duo” ... 115 On the battery pack... 117 On the battery charger ... 118 Index Index ... 119...

  • Page 7: Basic Techniques For Better Images

    Basic techniques for better images Focus Exposure Focus Focusing on a subject successfully When you press the shutter button halfway down, the camera adjusts the focus automatically (Auto Focus). Remember to press the shutter button only halfway down. Do not fully press the shutter button straight away.
  • Page 8 Basic techniques for better images Hints for preventing blur The camera moved accidentally when you took the image. This is called “Camera shake.” On the other hand, if the subject moved when you took the image, it is called “subject blur.” Camera shake Cause Your hands or body shake while you hold the...

  • Page 9: Exposure Adjusting The Light Intensity

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

  • Page 10: Color - On The Effects Of Lighting

    Basic techniques for better images Adjusting ISO Sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index) ISO sensitivity is a speed rating for recording media that incorporates an image sensor that receives light. Even when the exposure is the same, images differ depending on the ISO sensitivity.

  • Page 11: Quality - On "Image Quality" And "Image Size

    Basic techniques for better images Quality On “image quality” and “image size” A digital image is made up of a collection of small dots called pixels. If it contains a large number of pixels, the image becomes large, it takes up more memory, and the image is displayed in fine detail.
  • Page 12 Basic techniques for better images The default settings are marked with Image size (3264×2448) (3264×2176) (2592×1944) (2048×1536) (640×480) 16:9 (1920×1080) *1) Images are recorded in 3:2 aspect ratio, same as photograph printing paper or postcards, etc. *2) Both edges of the image may be cut off when printing (page 108). Movie image size 640(Fine) (640×480) 640(Standard) (640×480)

  • Page 13: Flash On Using The Flash

    Basic techniques for better images Flash On using the flash The eyes of the subject may come out red, or fuzzy white circular spots may appear when using the flash. These phenomena can be reduced by taking the following steps. The “Red-eye phenomenon”...

  • Page 14: Identifying Parts

    Identifying parts See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. A POWER button B POWER lamp C Mode dial (23) D Shutter button (24) E Microphone F Flash (26) G AF illuminator (70)/Self-timer lamp (27) H Hook for shoulder strap I Lens A For shooting: W/T (Zoom) button (25) For viewing:...
  • Page 15 Identifying parts I DC IN jack When using an AC-LS5K AC Adaptor (not supplied) 1 To DC IN jack v mark 2 To wall outlet • You cannot charge the battery pack by connecting the camera to the AC-LS5K AC Adaptor.
  • Page 16 Identifying parts Lens hood/Adaptor ring A Lens hood B Adaptor ring Attaching the lens hood When you shoot in bright lighting conditions, such as outdoors, we recommend that you use the lens hood to reduce the image quality deterioration caused by unnecessary light. 1 Attach the adaptor ring while the power is off.

  • Page 17: Indicators On The Screen

    Indicators on the screen Each time you press v (DISP) on the control button, the display changes (page 21). See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. When shooting still images RETURN RETURN When shooting movies Display Indication Battery remaining Low battery warning (111) Image size Mode dial/Menu (Scene...
  • Page 18 Indicators on the screen Display Indication Manual exposure setting mode (31) z RETURN Function guide for Manual exposure (31) z SET 1.0m Focus preset distance AE/AF lock Standby Standby a movie/Recording a movie ISO400 ISO number (45) NR slow shutter •...
  • Page 19 Indicators on the screen When playing back still images When playing back movies Display Indication Battery remaining Image size (58) Protect VOL. (33) Volume Print order (DPOF) mark (99) PictBridge connecting Zoom scaling PictBridge connecting • Do not disconnect the cable for multi-use terminal while the icon is displayed.
  • Page 20 Indicators on the screen Display Indication Playback Media (“Memory Stick Duo”, Internal memory) Playback folder • This does not appear when using internal memory. 8/8 12/12 Image number/Number of images recorded in selected folder Changing folder • This does not appear when using internal memory.

  • Page 21: Changing The Screen Display

    Changing the screen display v (DISP) (Screen display) button Each time you press v (DISP) on the control button, the display changes as follows: Indicators on Indicators on* Histogram on* During playback, the image information is displayed. Histogram display (page 21) Indicators off* * The brightness of the LCD Backlight up.

  • Page 22: Using The Internal Memory

    Using the internal memory The camera has approximately 31 MB of internal memory. This memory is not removable. Even when there is no “Memory Stick Duo” inserted in the camera, you can record images using this internal memory. • Movies with the image size set to [640(Fine)] cannot be recorded using the internal memory. On image data stored in the internal memory We recommend that you copy (back up) data without error using one of the following methods.

  • Page 23: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations Using the mode dial Set the mode dial to the desired function. Auto Adjustment mode Allows easy shooting with the settings adjusted automatically. Program Auto mode* Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value). Manual Exposure Shooting mode* Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure manually (both the shutter speed and the aperture value).

  • Page 24: Shooting Images Easily (Auto Adjustment Mode)

    Shooting images easily (Auto Adjustment mode) Mode dial Shutter button Zoom button MENU button HOME button Select the desired function from the mode dial. When shooting still images (Auto Adjustment mode): Select When shooting movies: Select Hold the camera, with your elbows pressed against your body to steady it. Shoot with the shutter button.
  • Page 25 Shooting images easily (Auto Adjustment mode) 2Press the shutter button fully down. AE/AF lock When shooting movies: Press the shutter button fully down. To stop recording, press the shutter button fully down again. If you shoot a still image of a subject that is difficult to focus on •...
  • Page 26 Shooting images easily (Auto Adjustment mode) Flash (Selecting a flash mode for still images) Press ( ) on the control button repeatedly until the desired mode is selected. (No indicator): Flash Auto Flashes when there is insufficient light or backlight (default setting). : Flash forced on : Slow synchro (Flash forced on) The shutter speed is slow in a dark place to clearly shoot the background that is out of flash light.
  • Page 27 Shooting images easily (Auto Adjustment mode) Using the self-timer Press ) on the control button repeatedly until the desired mode is selected. (No indicator): Not using the self-timer : Setting the 10-second delay self-timer : Setting the 2-second delay self-timer When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes and a beep sounds until the shutter operates.

  • Page 28: Shooting Still Images (Scene Selection)

    Shooting still images (Scene Selection) z button v/V/b/B button Control button Select the mode ( Select the desired mode of Scene Selection ( mode dial. Shoot with the shutter button. Select the mode ( / Select SCN with the mode dial. Press MENU, and select from (page 39).

  • Page 29: Soft Snap

    Shooting still images (Scene Selection) Scene Selection modes The following modes are preset to match the scene conditions. Modes selected from the mode dial High Sensitivity Allows you to shoot images without a flash under low light conditions, reducing blur. Soft Snap Allows you to shoot images with a softer atmosphere for portraits and...
  • Page 30 Shooting still images (Scene Selection) Functions you can use in Scene Selection For shooting an image appropriately according to the scene condition, a combination of functions is determined by the camera. Some functions are not available, depending on the Scene Selection mode. Macro Flash Face Detection...

  • Page 31: Shooting With The Manual Exposure

    Shooting with the manual exposure z button v/V/b/B button Control button Select M from the mode dial and press z on the control button. • [SET] changes to [RETURN] on the lower left of the screen and the camera is set to manual exposure setting mode.
  • Page 32 Shooting with the manual exposure • To select a flash mode, shoot in Macro mode/self-timer mode, or change the screen display mode, press z to cancel Manual Exposure Shooting mode ([RETURN] changes to [SET] on the screen.). • The flash is set to (Flash On) or •...

  • Page 33: Viewing Images

    Viewing images (Playback zoom)/ (Index) button (Playback) button MENU button HOME button Press (Playback). • If you press (Playback) when the camera is powered off, the camera is turned on automatically and set to playback mode. To switch to the shooting mode, press Select an image with b/B on the control button.
  • Page 34 Viewing images To view an index screen Press (Index) to display the index screen while a still image is displayed. Select an image with v/V/b/B. To return to the single image screen, press z. You can also access the index screen by selecting [ •...

  • Page 35: Deleting Images

    Deleting images (Index) button (Playback) button MENU button Press (Playback). Press MENU while displaying in single-image or index mode. Select [Delete] with v on the control button. Select the desired deletion method with b/B from among [This Image], [Multiple Images] and [All In This Folder], then press z. z button v/V/b/B button Control button...
  • Page 36 Deleting images When you select [This Image] You can delete the selected image. Select [OK] with v, then press z. When you select [Multiple Images] You can select and delete multiple images simultaneously. 1 Select the images you want to delete, then press mark is checked in the checkbox of the image.

  • Page 37: Learning The Various Functions - Home/Menu

    Learning the various functions – HOME/Menu Using the HOME screen The HOME screen is the gateway screen for all the functions of the camera, and can be called up regardless of the mode setting (shooting/viewing). HOME button Press HOME to display the HOME screen. Category Item Guide...

  • Page 38: Create Rec. Folder Copy

    Learning the various functions – HOME/Menu HOME items Pressing HOME displays the following items. Details on the items are displayed on the screen by the guide. Categories Shooting* View Images Printing, Other Manage Memory Settings * Shooting mode selected with the mode dial will be applied. Items Shooting (page 23) Single Image (page 53)

  • Page 39: Using The Menu Items

    Learning the various functions – HOME/Menu Using the menu items MENU button Press MENU to display the menu. Face Detection Function Guide Face detection off Setting [Function Guide] to [Off] turns off the function guide (page 67). • The menu will be displayed only during shooting and playback mode. •...

  • Page 40: Menu Items

    Menu items The available menu items vary depending on the mode setting (shooting/viewing), and the mode dial position in the shooting mode. Only the available items are displayed on the screen. Mode dial position: Shooting menu (page 41) Scene Selection Image Size Face Detection REC Mode...

  • Page 41: Using The Shooting Functions

    Using the shooting functions Shooting menu The functions in shooting mode using MENU are described below. For details on how to operate the menu, see page 39. The selectable mode is displayed in white. Unavailable The default settings are marked with Scene Selection: Selecting the scene selection Selects the scene selection in the menu.

  • Page 42: Face Detection: Detecting The Face Of Subject

    Shooting menu Face Detection: Detecting the face of subject Selects whether to use the Face Detect function or not. (On) (Off) When [Face Detection] is set to [On]: • – You cannot use the AF illuminator. – You cannot use the digital zoom. Available only for [Soft Snap], the default setting is [On].

  • Page 43: Rec Mode: Selecting The Continuous Shooting Method

    Shooting menu REC Mode: Selecting the continuous shooting method Selects whether the camera performs continuous shooting or not when you press the shutter button. (Normal) (Burst) BRK ±0.3EV BRK ±0.7EV BRK ±1.0EV On the Burst • When recording with the self timer, a series of a maximum of five images is recorded. •...
  • Page 44 Shooting menu Color Mode: Changing the vividness of the image or adding special effects You can change the brightness of the image, accompanied by effects. (Normal) (Vivid) (Natural) (Sepia) (B & W) • You can select only [Normal], [Sepia] or [B & W] when shooting movies. For details on the operation 1 page 39 Sets the image to standard color.
  • Page 45 Shooting menu ISO: Selecting a luminous sensitivity Low ISO sensitivity Selects the ISO sensitivity. (Auto) • For details on the ISO sensitivity, see page 9. • You can select only from [ISO AUTO], [ISO 100] to [ISO 400] when set to Burst or Exposure Bracket. •...
  • Page 46 Shooting menu Metering Mode: Selecting the metering mode Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the exposure. (Multi) (Center) (Spot) (Only for still image) • For details on the Exposure, see page 9. •...
  • Page 47 Shooting menu Focus: Changing the focus method You can change the focus method. Use the menu when it is difficult to get the proper focus in auto focus mode. (Multi AF) (Center AF) (Only for still image) (Spot AF) (Only for still image) For details on the operation 1 page 39 Focuses on a subject in all ranges of the finder frame automatically.
  • Page 48 Shooting menu 0.5 m 1.0 m 3.0 m 7.0 m (unlimited distance) • AF stands for Auto Focus. • Allow a margin of error in the distance setting of “Focus preset”. Setting the zoom to the T side or pointing the lens up or down will increase error. •...
  • Page 49 Shooting menu White Bal: Adjusting the color tones Adjusts color tones according to the surrounding light conditions. Use this function if image color appears unnatural. (Auto) (Daylight) (Cloudy) (Fluorescent Light 1)/ (Fluorescent Light 2)/ (Fluorescent Light 3) n (Incandescent) For details on the operation 1 page 39 Adjusts the White Balance automatically.
  • Page 50 Shooting menu (Flash) • For details on the white balance, see page 10. • Under fluorescent lights that flicker, the white balance function may not work correctly even though you select [Fluorescent Light 1], [Fluorescent Light 2] or [Fluorescent Light 3]. •...
  • Page 51 Shooting menu (Auto) (On) (Off) • To avoid blurring of images, hold the camera firmly until the shutter is released. It usually takes a second after you press the shutter button. Be also sure not to allow the subject to move during this period. •...
  • Page 52 Shooting menu SteadyShot: Selecting the anti-blur mode Selects the anti-blur mode. (Shooting) (Continuous) (Off) • In Auto Adjustment mode, [SteadyShot] is set to [Shooting]. • For movies, you can set [Continuous] or [Off] only. The default setting is set to [Continuous]. •...

  • Page 53: Using The Viewing Functions

    Using the viewing functions Playing back images from the HOME screen You can select the ways to playback images. 1 Press HOME. (View Images) with b/B on the control button. 2 Select 3 Select the desired viewing method with v/V. (Single Image): Playing back a single image Displays the image shot last.
  • Page 54 Playing back images from the HOME screen To display the previous/next image Press while the slide show is paused. To adjust the volume of the music Press to display the volume control screen, and then press To end the slide show Select [Exit] with To change the setup The default settings are marked with...
  • Page 55 Playing back images from the HOME screen Music The music played is determined by default according to the effect you select. You can custom set any music with any effect as desired. Music 1 Music 2 Music 3 Music 4 Interval 3 sec 5 sec...

  • Page 56: Viewing Menu

    Viewing menu This section explains the menu items available when you press MENU in playback mode. For details on how to use the menu, see page 39. (Delete): Deleting images Selects and deletes images on the single-image screen or the index screen, see page 35. (This Image) (Multiple Images) (All In This Folder)
  • Page 57 Viewing menu (Partial Color) (Fisheye Lens) (Cross Filter) For details on the operation 1 page 39 Surrounds a chosen point in monochrome to signalize a subject. 1 Set the center point of the desired image to retouch with v/V/ b/B, then press MENU. 2 Adjust the desired range to retouch with W/T.

  • Page 58: (Protect): Preventing Accidental Erasure

    Viewing menu (Trimming) (Red Eye Correction) (Protect): Preventing accidental erasure Protects images against accidental erasure. The (This Image) (Multiple Images) To protect an image 1 Select the images you want to protect while displaying images in single-image or in index mode. 2 Press MENU.

  • Page 59: Adding A Print Order Mark

    Viewing menu To select and protect images 1 Press MENU in single-image mode or in index mode. 2 Select [Protect] with v/V, and select [Multiple Images] with b/B, then press z. In single-image mode: 3 Select the image you want to protect with b/B, then press z. is attached to the selected image.

  • Page 60: (Rotate): Rotating A Still Image

    Viewing menu (Rotate): Rotating a still image 1 Display the image to be rotated. 2 Press MENU to display the menu. 3 Select [Rotate] with v/V on the control button, then press z. 4 Select [ ], then rotate the image with b/B. 5 Select [OK] with v/V, then press z.

  • Page 61: Customizing The Settings

    Customizing the settings Customizing the Manage Memory feature and the Settings You can change the default settings using HOME screen. HOME button Press HOME to display the HOME screen. Select (Manage Memory) or Select an item with Select the desired item with v/V. •...
  • Page 62 Customizing the Manage Memory feature and the Settings Select a setting with v/V, then press z. To cancel the setting change Select [Cancel] if it is shown as an option on the screen, then press z. If not, press b. •...

  • Page 63: Manage Memory

    Manage Memory Memory Tool — Memory Stick Tool This item appears only when a “Memory Stick Duo” is inserted in the camera. Format Formats the “Memory Stick Duo”. A commercially available “Memory Stick Duo” is already formatted, and can be used immediately. •...

  • Page 64: Change Rec. Folder

    Manage Memory For details on the operation 1 page 61 Change REC. Folder Changes the folder currently used for recording images. 1 Select [Change REC. Folder] with v/V/b/B on the control button, then press z. The folder selection screen appears. 2 Select the desired folder with b/B, and [OK] with v, then press z.
  • Page 65 Manage Memory Copy Copies all images in the internal memory to a “Memory Stick Duo”. 1 Insert a “Memory Stick Duo” having sufficient free capacity. 2 Select [Copy] with v/V/b/B on the control button, then press z. The message “All data in internal memory will be copied” appears. 3 Select [OK] with v, then press z.

  • Page 66: Memory Tool - Internal Memory Tool

    Manage Memory Memory Tool — Internal Memory Tool This item does not appear when a “Memory Stick Duo” is inserted in the camera. Format Formats the internal memory. • Note that formatting permanently erases all data in the internal memory, including even protected images. 1 Select [Format] with v/V/b/B on the control button, then press z.

  • Page 67: Settings

    Settings Main settings — Main Settings 1 The default settings are marked with Beep Selects the sound produced when you operate the camera. Shutter Function Guide When you operate the camera, the function guide appears. Initialize Initializes the setting to the default setting. Even if you execute this function, the images stored in the internal memory are retained.

  • Page 68: Main Settings - Main Settings 2

    Settings Main settings — Main Settings 2 The default settings are marked with USB Connect Selects the USB mode when connecting the camera to a computer or a PictBridge compliant printer using the cable for multi-use terminal. PictBridge Mass Storage Auto COMPONENT Selects the video signal output type from SD and HD(1080i), according to the TV connected...

  • Page 69: Video Out

    Settings Video Out Sets the video signal output according to the TV color system of the connected video equipment. The TV color systems differ depending on the country and region. To view images on a TV screen, check the TV color system of the country or region of use (page 78).

  • Page 70: Shooting Settings - Shooting Settings 1

    Settings Shooting Settings — Shooting Settings 1 The default settings are marked with AF Illuminator The AF illuminator supplies fill light to focus more easily on a subject in dark surroundings. The AF illuminator emits red light allowing the camera to focus easily when the shutter button is pressed halfway, until the focus is locked.
  • Page 71 Settings AF Mode Selects the auto focus operation mode. Single Monitor • You cannot use the AF illuminator when: – [Face Detection] is set to [On]. – (Advanced Sports Shooting mode) is selected in the Scene Selection mode. Digital Zoom Selects the digital zoom mode.
  • Page 72 Settings Conversion Lens Sets for achieving appropriate focus when attaching a conversion lens (not supplied). Attach the adaptor ring (supplied), then attach a conversion lens. Close-up ( Tele ( Wide ( • When using the built-in flash, the flash light may be blocked, causing the shadow to appear. •...

  • Page 73: Shooting Settings - Shooting Settings 2

    Settings Shooting Settings — Shooting Settings 2 The default settings are marked with Auto Orientation When the camera is rotated to shoot a portrait (vertical) image, the camera records its position change and displays the image in the portrait position. •...

  • Page 74: Clock Settings

    Settings For details on the operation 1 page 61 Clock Settings Clock Settings Sets the date and time. 1 Select [ Clock Settings] from (Settings) on the HOME screen. 2 Select the date display format with v/V on the control button, then press z. 3 Select each item with b/B and set the numeric value with v/V, then press z.

  • Page 75: Language Setting

    Settings For details on the operation 1 page 61 Language Setting Language Setting Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages.

  • Page 76: Viewing Images On A Tv

    Viewing images on a TV Viewing images on a TV You can view images on a TV by connecting the camera to a TV. The connection varies according to the type of TV the camera is connected to. Viewing images by connecting the camera to a TV with the supplied cable for multi-use terminal Turn off both the camera and the TV before connecting the camera to the TV.
  • Page 77 Viewing images on a TV Viewing an image by connecting the camera to an HDTV You can view an image with high quality* recorded on the camera by connecting the camera to an HD (High Definition) TV with the component cable (not supplied). Turn off both the camera and the TV before connecting the camera to the TV.
  • Page 78 Viewing images on a TV • Set [COMPONENT] to [HD(1080i)] in [Main Settings 2] by selecting screen (page 68). • When using the camera abroad, it may be necessary to switch the video signal output to match that of your TV system (page 69). •...

  • Page 79: Using Your Computer

    Printing or saving still images with the date – Adding/changing Music for slide show (using “Music – Transfer”) Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at the Sony Customer Support Website. http://www.sony.net/...

  • Page 80: Recommended Computer

    Enjoying your Windows computer Recommended computer environment The following environment is recommended for a computer connected to the camera. Recommended environment for copying images OS (pre-installed): Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional SP4, Windows XP* SP2/Windows Vista* • Operation is not assured in an environment based on an upgrade of the operating systems described above or in a multi-boot environment.

  • Page 81: Installing The Software (Supplied)

    – Picture Motion Browser – Music Transfer After you install the software, a shortcut icon for the customers registration website is created on the desktop. Once you register on the website, you can get secure and useful customer support. http://www.sony.net/registration/di...
  • Page 82 Installing the software (supplied) After you install the software, the short cut icons for “Picture Motion Browser”, “Picture Motion Browser Guide”, “Music Transfer” are created on the desktop. Double-click to start “Picture Motion Browser”. • Double-click to start “Picture Motion Browser Guide”. •...

  • Page 83: On The "Picture Motion Browser" (Supplied)

    Guide”. To access “Picture Motion Browser Guide” from the Start menu, click [Start] t [All Programs] (in Windows 2000, [Programs]) t [Sony Picture Utility] t [Help] t [Picture Motion Browser Guide]. Starting and exiting the “Picture Motion Browser” Starting the “Picture Motion Browser”...

  • Page 84: Copying Images To Your Computer Using The "Picture Motion Browser

    Copying images to your computer using the “Picture Motion Browser” Preparing the camera and the computer Insert a “Memory Stick Duo” with recorded images into the camera. • When copying images in the internal memory, this step is unnecessary. Insert the sufficiently charged battery pack in the camera, or connect the camera to a wall outlet (wall socket) with the AC...
  • Page 85 Copying images to your computer using the “Picture Motion Browser” Copying images to a computer Connects the camera to a computer as described “Connecting the camera to your computer”. After making a USB connection, the [Import Media Files] screen of “Picture Motion Browser”...

  • Page 86: Image File Storage Destinations And File Names

    Copying images to your computer using the “Picture Motion Browser” To delete the USB connection Perform the procedures from step 1 to 4 below before: • Disconnecting the cable for multi-use terminal. • Removing a “Memory Stick Duo”. • Inserting a “Memory Stick Duo” into the camera after copying images from the internal memory.
  • Page 87 Copying images to your computer using the “Picture Motion Browser” • ssss stands for any number within the range from 0001 to 9999. The numerical portions of the name of a movie file recorded in movie mode and its corresponding index image file are the same.

  • Page 88: Copying Images To A Computer Without "Picture Motion Browser

    Copying images to a computer without “Picture Motion Browser” You can copy images to your computer without “Picture Motion Browser” as follows. For a computer with a Memory Stick slot Remove the “Memory Stick Duo” from the camera and insert it in the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor.
  • Page 89 Copying images to a computer without “Picture Motion Browser” Click [Open folder to view files] t [OK](Only for Windows XP) as the wizard screen appears automatically on the desktop. • When the wizard screen does not appear automatically, follow the procedure: t “For Windows 2000”...

  • Page 90: Viewing Image Files Stored On A Computer With The Camera Copying To The "Memory Stick Duo

    • You may not able to play back some images depending on the image size. • Sony does not guarantee playback of image files on the camera if the files have been processed using a computer or recorded with another camera.

  • Page 91: Using The "Music Transfer" (Supplied)

    Using the “Music Transfer” (supplied) You can change the Music files that are preset at the factory to the desired Music files using “Music Transfer” in the CD- ROM (supplied). You can also delete or add these files whenever you want. Adding/Changing Music using “Music Transfer”...

  • Page 92: Using Your Macintosh Computer

    Using your Macintosh computer You can copy images to your Macintosh computer. • “Picture Motion Browser” is not compatible with Macintosh computers. Recommended computer environment The following environment is recommended for a computer connected to the camera. Recommended environment for copying images OS (pre-installed): Mac OS 9.1/9.2/ Mac OS X(v10.1 to v10.4)

  • Page 93: Technical Support

    The installation of the software starts. To add/change Music files See “Adding/Changing Music using “Music Transfer”” on page 91. Technical Support Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at the Sony Customer Support Website. http://www.sony.net/ (SONYPICTUTIL).

  • Page 94: Viewing "Cyber-Shot Step-Up Guide

    Viewing “Cyber-shot Step-up Guide” When you install “Cyber-shot Handbook”, “Cyber-shot Step-up Guide” is also installed. “Cyber-shot Step up Guide” further introduces how to use the camera and optional accessories. Viewing on Windows Start from the shortcut icon on the desktop. Viewing on Macintosh Copy the [stepupguide] folder in the [stepupguide] folder to your...

  • Page 95: Printing Still Images

    Printing still images How to print still images When you print images shot in [16:9] mode, both edges may be cut off, so be sure to check before printing (page 108). Printing directly using a PictBridge compliant printer (page 96) You can print images by connecting the camera directly to a PictBridge compliant printer.

  • Page 96: Printing Images Directly Using A Pictbridge Compliant Printer

    Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer Even if you do not have a computer, you can print images shot using the camera by connecting the camera directly to a PictBridge compliant printer. • “PictBridge” is based on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera &...
  • Page 97 Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer Stage 2: Connecting the camera to the printer Connect the camera to the printer. 2 To the multi connector Cable for multi-use 1 To the terminal USB jack Press (Playback) and turn on the camera and the printer.
  • Page 98 Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer When the [Layout] is not set to [1- up/Borderless] or [1-up/Border]: Select the number of sets of images that you want to print as an index image. If you selected [This Image] in step 1, select the number of the same image you want to print side by side on a sheet as an index image.

  • Page 99: Printing At A Shop

    Printing at a shop You can take a “Memory Stick Duo” containing images shot with the camera to a photo printing service shop. As long as the shop supports photo printing services conforming to the DPOF, you can make a (Print order) mark on images in advance so that you do not need to reselect them when you print them out at the shop.
  • Page 100 Printing at a shop Selecting and marking the images Press MENU while displaying images in single-image mode or in index mode. Select [DPOF] with v/V on the control button, [Multiple Images] with b/B, and then press z. Select an image to mark with the control button, then press z.

  • Page 101: Troubleshooting

    3 Initialize the settings (page 67). 4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Be aware that by sending the camera for repair, you give consent that the contents of the internal memory, Music files may be checked.

  • Page 102: Battery Pack And Power

    Troubleshooting Battery pack and power Cannot insert the battery pack. Insert the battery pack correctly to push the battery eject lever. • Cannot turn on the camera. After inserting the battery pack into the camera, it may take a few moments for the camera to •...
  • Page 103 Troubleshooting This subject is not visible on the screen. The camera is set to the playback mode. Press • Anti-blur function does not work. The anti-blur function does not work when • The anti-blur function may not work properly when shooting night scenes. •...
  • Page 104 Troubleshooting Fuzzy white circular spots appear in images shot using the flash. Particles (dust, pollen, etc.) in the air reflected the flash light and appeared in the image. This • is not a malfunction (page 13). The close-up shoot function (Macro) does not work. (Advanced Sports Shooting mode), •...

  • Page 105: Viewing Images

    (Playback) (page 33). The folder/file name has been changed on your computer (page 90). • Sony does not guarantee playback of image files on the camera if the files have been • processed using a computer or recorded with another camera.

  • Page 106: Deleting

    Check that the computer and the Memory Stick Reader/Writer support “Memory Stick PRO • Duo”. Users of computers and Memory Stick Readers/Writers made by manufacturers other than Sony should contact those manufacturers. If “Memory Stick PRO Duo” is not supported, connect the camera to the computer (pages 84 •...

  • Page 107: Memory Stick Duo

    Troubleshooting Cannot play back images on your computer. If you are using “Picture Motion Browser”, refer to “Picture Motion Browser Guide” • (page 83). Consult the computer or software manufacturer. • You do not know how to use “Picture Motion Browser”. •...

  • Page 108: Printing

    Troubleshooting Cannot copy the data on the “Memory Stick Duo” or the computer to the internal memory. This feature is not available. • Printing See “PictBridge compliant printer” together with the following items. Images are printed with both edges cut off. Depending on your printer, all the edges of the image may be cut off.
  • Page 109 Troubleshooting Cannot print images. Check that the camera and the printer are properly connected using the cable for multi-use • terminal. Turn on the printer. For further information, refer to the operating instructions supplied with • the printer. If you select [Exit] during printing, images may not be printed. Disconnect and connect the •...

  • Page 110: Others

    Troubleshooting Others Cannot reset the file-number. If you replace a recording medium, you cannot initialize file numbers with the camera. To • initialize file numbers, format the “Memory Stick Duo” (page 63, 66) or the internal memory, and then initialize the settings (page 67). However, the data on the “Memory Stick Duo” or the internal memory will be deleted and all settings, including date, will be initialized.

  • Page 111: Warning Indicators And Messages

    If you cannot solve the problem even after trying the following corrective actions a few times, the camera may need repair. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. C:32: There is trouble with the camera’s •...
  • Page 112 File error An error occurred while the image was • playing back. Sony does not guarantee playback of image files on the camera if the files have been processedusing a computer or recorded with another camera.
  • Page 113 Warning indicators and messages Macro is invalid The macro is unavailable under the • current settings (pages 26, 30). Flash settings cannot be changed The flash is unavailable under the • current settings (pages 26, 30). Maximum images selected • You can select up to 100 images.

  • Page 114: Using The Camera Abroad — Power Sources

    Others Using the camera abroad — Power sources You can use the camera, the battery charger (supplied), and the AC-LS5K AC Adaptor (not supplied) in any country or region where the power supply is within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.

  • Page 115: On The "Memory Stick Duo

    On the “Memory Stick Duo” A “Memory Stick Duo” is a compact, portable IC recording medium. The types of “Memory Stick Duo” that can be used with the camera are listed in the table below. However, proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all “Memory Stick Duo”...
  • Page 116 On the “Memory Stick Duo” Notes on using the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor (not supplied) • To use a “Memory Stick Duo” with a “Memory Stick” compliant device, be sure to insert the “Memory Stick Duo” into a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor.

  • Page 117: On The Battery Pack

    On the battery pack On charging the battery pack We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F). The battery pack may not be fully charged in temperatures outside this range. Effective use of the battery pack •...

  • Page 118: On The Battery Charger

    On the battery charger On the battery charger • Do not charge any other battery pack other than the NP-BG type battery packs in the battery charger supplied with the camera. Batteries other than the specified kind may leak, overheat, or explode if you attempt to charge them, posing a risk of injury from electrocution and burns.

  • Page 119: Index

    Index Index Adaptor ring...16 Adjusting EV ...21, 45 Advanced Sports Shooting mode ...29 AE/AF lock indicator...24, 48 AF Illuminator ...70 AF lock ...48 AF Mode...71 AF range finder frame ...47 Aperture ...9 Auto Adjustment mode...24 Auto Focus...7 Auto Orientation ...73 Auto Review ...73 B &...
  • Page 120 Index Initialize...67 Install ...81 Internal memory ...22 Internal Memory Tool ...66 ISO...9, 10, 45 JPG ...86 Landscape mode ...29 Language Setting ...75 LCD Screen ...21 Lens hood ...16 Macintosh computer ...92 Recommended environment...92 Macro...26 Main Settings 1...67 Main Settings 2...68 Manage Memory ...63 Manual Exposure mode...31 Mass Storage ...68...
  • Page 121 Index USB Connect ...68 Using the camera abroad ...114 VGA...12 Video Out ...69 Viewing images ...33 Viewing menu...56 Vivid ...44 Volume ...33 Warning indicators and messages...111 White Bal ...49 Windows computer...79 Recommended environment...80 Zoom...25...
  • Page 122 GPL/ LGPL. Source code is provided on the web. Use the following URL to download it. http://www.sony.net/Products/Linux/ We would prefer you do not contact us about the contents of source code. Read “license2.pdf” in the “License” folder on the CD-ROM.
  • Page 123 Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website.

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