Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-S30 Operating Instructions Manual

Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-S30 Operating Instructions Manual

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3-060-523-12(1)
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.________________________
Serial No. ________________________
DSC-S50
DSC-S30/S50
©2000 Sony Corporation

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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.________________________ Serial No. ________________________...
  • Page 2: Declaration Of Conformity

    Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) or write to: Sony Customer Information Center 1 Sony Drive, Mail Drop #T1-11, Park Ridge, NJ 07656 CAUTION You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
  • Page 3 In some areas the disposal of lithium ion batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited. For the Sony Service Center nearest you call 1-800-222-SONY (United States only) For the Sony Factory Service Center nearest you call 416-499-SONY (Canada only)
  • Page 4 Attention The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound of this camera. “Memory Stick” For the Customers in CANADA This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. For the Customers in the U.S.A. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Getting started Identifying the parts ... 6 Preparing the power supply ... 8 Setting the date and time ... 13 Inserting the “Memory Stick” ... 15 Basic operations B Recording Recording still images ... 16 Recording moving images (DSC-S50 only) ...
  • Page 6: Identifying The Parts

    Getting started Identifying the parts See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. A Flash (19) B MODE selector (29) C Shutter button (16) (20) D Lens cap E Photocell window for flash Do not block while recording. F Self-timer/recording lamp G Built-in microphone (DSC-S50 only) Do not touch while recording.
  • Page 7 A Flash button B FOCUS button (41) C LCD BACKLIGHT BRIGHT/ NORMAL switch Usually set to NORMAL. When you use the camera outdoors or in other bright places, setting this to BRIGHT makes the LCD screen bright and easy to see, but also uses up the battery faster.
  • Page 8: Preparing The Power Supply

    “InfoLITHIUM” is a lithium ion battery pack which can exchange information such as battery consumption with compatible video equipment. This unit is compatible with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (M series). “InfoLITHIUM” M series battery packs have the mark. “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. Battery eject lever...
  • Page 9: Charging The Battery Pack

    Charging the battery pack You cannot charge the battery pack while your camera is turned on. Be sure to turn off your camera before charging. BATT CHARGE lamp DC IN jack cover AC power adaptor Insert the battery pack into your camera. Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the DC connecting cable to the DC IN jack of your camera with the v mark facing up.
  • Page 10 Charging time Battery pack NP-FM50 (supplied) Approximate time to charge a completely discharged battery pack using the AC-L10 AC power adaptor. Battery life and number of images that can be recorded/played back STILL mode recording* DSC-S50 LCD BACKLIGHT BRIGHT NORMAL DSC-S30 LCD BACKLIGHT BRIGHT...
  • Page 11 Notes • The battery life and number of images will be decreased if you use your camera at low temperatures, use the flash, repeatedly turn the power on/off or use the zoom. • The capacity of the “Memory Stick” is limited. The above figures are a guide when you continuously record/play back while replacing the “Memory Stick.”...
  • Page 12 DC IN jack of your camera with the v mark facing up. Connect the power cord (mains lead) to the AC power adaptor and then to a wall outlet (mains). Using a car battery Use Sony DC adaptor/charger. To the wall outlet (mains) Power cord (mains lead)
  • Page 13: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the date and time When you first use your camera, set the date and time. If these are not set, the CLOCK SET screen appears whenever you turn on your camera for recording. Control button Slide down the POWER switch to turn on the power. The POWER lamp lights up.
  • Page 14 Select the desired date display format with v/V on the control button, then press the center z. Select from [Y/M/D] (year/month/day), [M/D/Y] (month/day/year) or [D/M/Y] (day/month/year). Select the year, month, day, hour or minute item you want to set with b/B on the control button.
  • Page 15: Inserting The "Memory Stick

    Inserting the “Memory Stick” Open the battery/“Memory Stick” cover. Open the cover while sliding the OPEN switch in the direction of the arrow. Insert the “Memory Stick.” Insert the “Memory Stick” with the B mark facing toward the battery compartment as illustrated until it clicks. Close the battery/“Memory Stick”...
  • Page 16: Basic Operations

    Basic operations Recording still images Still images are recorded in JPEG format. To record still images, slide the POWER switch down to turn on the power and insert a “Memory Stick.” Set the MODE selector to STILL. Press and hold the shutter button halfway down and check the image.
  • Page 17 Checking the last recorded image (Quick Review) You can check the last recorded image by clearing the menu bar from the screen (page 31) and pressing b on the control button. To return to the normal recording mode, press lightly on the shutter button or select [RETURN] with b/B on the control button and then press the center z.
  • Page 18 LCD screen indicators during recording Press DISPLAY to turn on/off the indicators on the LCD screen. See page 64 for a detailed description of the indicated items. DISPLAY Notes • You cannot turn off the self-timer indicators and some of the indicators used in advanced operations.
  • Page 19: Recording Images With The Flash

    Recording images with the flash The initial setting is auto (no indicator). In this mode, the flash automatically strobes when the surroundings become dark. When you change the flash mode, press the (flash) repeatedly so that the flash mode indicator appears on the LCD screen. (flash) Each time you press the (No indicator) t...
  • Page 20: Recording Moving Images (Dsc-S50 Only)

    Recording moving images (DSC- S50 only) Moving images with audio are recorded in MPEG format. To record moving images, slide the POWER switch down to turn on the power and insert a “Memory Stick.” DISPLAY Set the MODE selector to MOVIE. Press the shutter button fully down.
  • Page 21: B Playback

    Playing back still images DISPLAY Set the MODE selector to PLAY. The last recorded image (still or moving) appears on the LCD screen. Press v on the control button to display the menu bar on the LCD screen. Select the desired still image with the control button.
  • Page 22: Playing Back Moving Images

    Playing back moving images VOLUME +/– DISPLAY Set the MODE selector to PLAY. The last recorded image (still or moving) appears on the LCD screen. Press v on the control button to display the menu bar on the LCD screen. Select the desired moving image with the control button.
  • Page 23 When the menu bar is not displayed You can directly select the image with b/B on the control button, and play back the image and sound (DSC-S50 only) by pressing the center z. When you press the center z during playback, playback is paused. Adjusting the volume (DSC-S50 only) Press VOLUME +/–...
  • Page 24: Viewing Images Using A Personal Computer

    Viewing images using a personal computer You can view data recorded with your camera on a personal computer and attach it to e-mail. This section describes the method for installing the USB driver and viewing images on a personal computer. Be sure to also see the operation manuals for your personal computer and application software.
  • Page 25 Installing the USB driver Before connecting your camera to your personal computer, install the USB driver to the computer. The USB driver is contained together with application software for viewing images on a CD-ROM which is supplied with your camera. For Windows 98 users Turn on your personal computer and allow Windows 98 to load.
  • Page 26 Move the following two files from the window opened in step 3 to the “System Folder” icon in the window opened in step 4 (drag and drop). • Sony USB Driver • Sony USB Shim When “Put these items into the Extensions folder?” appears, click “OK.”...
  • Page 27 Select and double-click the desired image/sound file from the folder. For the detailed folder and file name, see “Image file storage destinations and image files” (page 28). Desired file type Still image “Dcim” folder Moving image* “Mssony” folder t “Moml0001” folder t Image file* “Mssony”...
  • Page 28: Image File Storage Destinations And Image Files

    Image file storage destinations and image files Image files recorded with your camera are grouped in folders by recording mode. The meanings of the file names are as follows. ssss stands for any number within the range from 0001 to 9999. For Windows 98 users (The drive recognizing the camera is “D.”) Folder...
  • Page 29: Advanced Operations

    Advanced operations Before performing advanced operations This section describes the basic control methods that are frequently used for “Advanced operations”. How to use the MODE selector The MODE selector selects whether you can use your camera to record or to play back and edit images.
  • Page 30 Turning on/off the operation buttons (menu bar) on the LCD screen Press v to display the menu bar on the LCD screen. Press V to clear the menu bar from the LCD screen. Note You cannot clear the menu bar during INDEX screen display (page 45). Selecting items and images on the LCD screen Press v/V/b/B on the control button to select the...
  • Page 31: How To Change The Menu Settings

    How to change the menu settings Some of the advanced operations for your camera are executed by selecting menu items displayed on the LCD screen with the control button. Press v on the control button to display the menu bar. The menu bar appears as follows according to the setting of the MODE selector.
  • Page 32: Menu Settings

    Menu settings Menu items that can be modified differ depending on the setting of the MODE selector. The LCD screen shows only the items you can operate at the moment. Initial settings are indicated with x. (SELF TIMER) Records with the self-timer (page 18). EFFECT Item Setting...
  • Page 33 Item Setting x 1600×1200 IMAGE SIZE 1600 (3:2) 1024×768 640×480 1472×1104 x 1280×960 1280 (3:2) 1024×768 640×480 320×240 x 160×112 REC MODE TIFF TEXT VOICE E-MAIL x NORMAL Records a JPEG file in the selected REC TIME 15 sec 10 sec x 5 sec ROTATE —...
  • Page 34 Item Setting PROTECT x OFF CAMERA Item Setting x ON DIGITAL ZOOM SHARPNESS +2 to –2 WHITE IN DOOR BALANCE OUT DOOR HOLD x AUTO FLASH HIGH LEVEL x NORMAL Normal setting. EXPOSURE +2.0 EV to –2.0 EV TOOL Item Setting COPY CANCEL...
  • Page 35 SETUP Item Setting x ON/STBY DEMO VIDEO NTSC x ENGLISH LANGUAGE /JPN Displays the menu items in Japanese. CLOCK — BEEP SHUTTER Turns off the beep only. (The shutter x ON BRIGHT INDEX* Displays six images at a time (PLAY (INDEX) mode) (page 45). DELETE Setting Deletes the displayed image.
  • Page 36 3 (RETURN)** Returns to PLAY (single) mode. Displayed only in PLAY (single) mode. Displayed only in PLAY (INDEX) mode.
  • Page 37: B Various Recording

    B Various recording Rotating the LCD screen — Face-to- Face recording You can record images with the lens facing you. Set the MODE selector to MOVIE or STILL. Adjust the angle of the LCD screen. Rotate the LCD screen by 180° for Face-to-Face recording.
  • Page 38: Recording Still Images For E-Mail (E-Mail)

    The number of images or the time that you can record on a “Memory Stick” (4 MB): Image size Number of images or time* 1600×1200 Approx. 4 1600 (3:2) Approx. 4 1472×1104 Approx. 5 1280×960 Approx. 6 1280 (3:2) Approx. 6 1024×768 Approx.
  • Page 39: Adding Audio Files To Still Images (Voice) (Dsc-S50 Only)

    Adding audio files to still images (VOICE) (DSC-S50 only) Set the MODE selector to STILL. Select [FILE], [REC MODE], and then [VOICE] from the menu. Record the image. If you press and release the shutter button, sound is recorded for 5 seconds.
  • Page 40: Recording Uncompressed Images (Tiff)

    Recording uncompressed images (TIFF) This mode simultaneously records still images in both TIFF format (uncompressed) and JPEG format (compressed). Set the MODE selector to STILL. Select [FILE], [REC MODE], and then [TIFF] from the menu. Record the image. The number of images that you can record on a “Memory Stick”...
  • Page 41: Recording Images In Macro

    Recording images in macro Set the MODE selector to MOVIE or STILL. Press FOCUS repeatedly until the (auto macro) indicator appears on the LCD screen. You can record a subject as close as about 1 3/16 inches (3 cm) from the lens surface with the zoom set all the way to the W side.
  • Page 42: Using The Program Ae Function

    Using the PROGRAM AE function +/– Set the MODE selector to MOVIE or STILL. Press PROGRAM AE repeatedly to select the desired PROGRAM AE mode. Aperture priority mode Makes the subject stand out against an unclear background or makes both the subject and the background stand out clearly.
  • Page 43: Adjusting The Exposure (Exposure)

    Adjusting the exposure (EXPOSURE) Set the MODE selector to MOVIE or STILL. Select [CAMERA] and then [EXPOSURE] from the menu. Select the desired exposure value. Adjust the exposure value while checking the brightness of the background. You can select values ranging from +2.0 EV to –2.0 EV in steps of 1/3 EV.
  • Page 44: Recording The Date And Time On The Still Image (Date/Time)

    Recording the date and time on the still image (DATE/TIME) Set the MODE selector to STILL. Select [EFFECT] and then [DATE/TIME] from the menu. Select the date and time setting. DAY&TIME The date, hour and minutes are imposed onto the image. DATE The year, month and day are imposed onto the image.
  • Page 45: B Various Playback

    B Various playback Playing back six images at once (INDEX) Set the MODE selector to PLAY. Select [INDEX] on the LCD screen. Six images are displayed at once (index screen). This shows the position of the currently displayed images relative to all the recorded images.
  • Page 46: Enlarging A Part Of The Still Image (Zoom And Trimming)

    Enlarging a part of the still image (Zoom and trimming) Set the MODE selector to PLAY. Display the image to be enlarged. Zoom in/out the image with the zoom button. The zoom scaling indicator appears on the LCD screen. Press the control button repeatedly to select the desired part of the image.
  • Page 47: Rotating A Still Image (Rotate)

    Rotating a still image (ROTATE) 2,3,4 Set the MODE selector to PLAY. Display the image to rotate. Select [FILE] and then [ROTATE] from the menu. Rotate the image clockwise or counterclockwise then select [RETURN]. Notes • You may not be able to rotate protected images or images recorded with other equipment.
  • Page 48: Viewing Images On A Tv Screen

    Note The [INTERVAL] setting time is approximate, and may vary depending on the played back image size or other factors. Viewing images on a TV screen Before connecting your camera, be sure to turn off the TV. After connecting A/V connecting cable (DSC-S50) or VIDEO connecting cable (DSC-S30), turn on the TV.
  • Page 49: B Editing

    B Editing Preventing accidental erasure (PROTECT) The - (protect) indicator appears on protected images. 1,2,3 In single mode Set the MODE selector to PLAY, then display the image to protect. Select [FILE], [PROTECT], and then [ON] from the menu. The displayed image is protected and - appears.
  • Page 50: Deleting Images (Delete)

    Deleting images (DELETE) You cannot delete protected files. 1,2,3 In single mode Set the MODE selector to PLAY, then display the image to delete. Select [DELETE] and then [OK] from the menu. The image is deleted. In INDEX mode Set the MODE selector to PLAY, then display the INDEX screen.
  • Page 51: Changing The Recorded Still Image Size (Resize)

    Changing the recorded still image size (RESIZE) 1,2,3 Set the MODE selector to PLAY and display the image to resize. Select [TOOL] and then [RESIZE] from the menu. Select the desired image size. DSC-S50 1600×1200, 1024×768, 640×480 DSC-S30 1472×1104, 1280×960, 1024×768, 640×480 The changed image is recorded, then the display returns to the...
  • Page 52 In INDEX mode 1,2,3,4 Set the MODE selector to PLAY, then display the INDEX screen. Select [TOOL], [COPY], and then [SELECT] from the menu. Select the image to copy. (select) indicator appears on the image. Select [ENTER]. “MEMORY STICK ACCESS” appears.
  • Page 53: Selecting Still Images To Print (Print Mark)

    Selecting still images to print (PRINT MARK) You can mark a print mark on still images recorded with your camera. This mark is convenient when you have images printed at a shop that conforms with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard. 1,2,3,4 In single mode Set the MODE selector to...
  • Page 54: Additional Information

    Additional information Precautions On cleaning Cleaning the LCD screen Wipe the screen surface with a cleaning cloth (not supplied) or a LCD cleaning kit (not supplied) 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 55: On "Memory Sticks

    • Charging while some capacity remains does not affect the original battery capacity. If any problem occurs, unplug your camera and contact your nearest Sony dealer. On internal rechargeable button battery This camera has an internal rechargeable button battery for maintaining the date and time and other settings regardless of whether the power is on or off.
  • Page 56: Using Your Camera Abroad

    “Memory Stick”, , “MagicGate Memory Stick” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. “MagicGate” and trademarks of Sony Corporation. Using your camera abroad Power sources You can use your camera in any country or area with the supplied battery charger within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.
  • Page 57: Troubleshooting

    If you experience trouble with your camera, first check the following items. Should your camera still not operate properly after you have made these checks, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. If code displays (C:ss:ss) appear on the LCD screen, the self-diagnosis display function is working (page 62).
  • Page 58 Symptom The picture is too dark. The flash does not work. The date and time are recorded incorrectly. Vertical streaks appear when you are shooting a very bright subject. The battery life is short. The battery remaining indicator is incorrect. Sufficient battery remaining indicator is displayed but the power...
  • Page 59 Symptom Your camera cannot play back images. The image and sound are interfered by noise when you play back an image on a personal computer. The image cannot be played back on a personal computer. Your camera cannot delete an image. The power turns off suddenly.
  • Page 60 Symptom Your personal computer does not recognize your camera. Cause and/or Solution • The camera is turned off. t Turn on the camera. • The battery level is low. t Use the AC power adaptor (page 12). • The USB cable is not connected firmly. t Disconnect the USB cable, and connect it again firmly.
  • Page 61: Warning And Notice Messages

    Warning and notice messages Various messages appear on the LCD screen. Check the corresponding descriptions in the following list. Message NO MEMORY STICK SYSTEM ERROR MEMORY STICK ERROR FORMAT ERROR MEMORY STICK LOCKED NO MEMORY SPACE NO FILE FILE ERROR FILE PROTECT for “InfoLITHIUM”...
  • Page 62: Self-Diagnosis Display

    C:32:ss C:13:ss E:61:ss E:91:ss If you are unable to solve the problem even after trying the corrective actions a few times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Self-diagnosis display • C:ss:ss You can reverse the camera malfunction yourself.
  • Page 63: Specifications

    Specifications System Image device 1/2.7 type color CCD Lens 3× zoom lens f = 6.1 – 18.3 mm (39 – 117 mm when converted into a 35 mm still camera) F = 2.8 – 2.9 Exposure control Automatic exposure White balance Automatic, Indoor, Outdoor, Hold Data system...
  • Page 64: Lcd Screen Indicators

    LCD screen indicators The indicators during recording A Battery remaining indicator B PROGRAM AE/flash level/flash mode indicator C White balance/EV level/ sharpness indicator D Picture effect indicator E Date/time indicator F Aperture/shutter speed indicator G AE lock/focus lock indicator H Recording mode indicator I Image size indicator J Self-diagnosis function/ recording time indicator...
  • Page 65 When playing back still images A Protect indicator B Print mark indicator C File name D Recording mode indicator E Image size indicator F Image number When playing back moving images A VOL. (Volume) indicator (DSC-S50 only) B Playback/pause buttons B: during pause X: during playback C Fast-forward/rewind buttons...
  • Page 66: Index

    Index A/V OUT ...48 Adjusting the exposure ...43 AE (Auto Exposure) ...16 Aperture priority mode ...42 Auto power-off function ...9 Auto red-eye reduction ...19 Battery pack battery life ...10 charging...9 installing...8 remaining battery indicator...64 BEEP...35 Charging the battery pack..9 Cleaning...54 Control button...29 COPY...51 DELETE ...50...
  • Page 68 Sony Corporation Printed in Japan...

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