Page 1 DSC-T300 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. © 2008 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 ...8 Focus – Focusing on a subject successfully... 8 Exposure – Adjusting the light intensity ... 10 Color – On the effects of lighting... 11 Quality – On “image quality” and “image size” ... 12 Flash –...
Page 4 Table of contents Shooting menu... 52 Image Size: Selecting the image size Flash: Flash setting Face Detection: Detecting the face of subject Smile Detection: Setting the Smile Detection function Smile Detection Sensitivity: Setting the Smile Detection Sensitivity REC Mode: Selecting the continuous shooting method Scene Recognition: The camera determines the scene to be shot and takes the shot EV: Adjusting the light intensity Metering Mode: Selecting the metering mode...
Page 5 Table of contents Viewing menu...65 (Date List): Selecting the playback date when using Date View (Filter by Faces): Playing back images filtered to meet certain conditions (Add / Remove Favorites): Adding/Removing Favorites (View Mode): Switching the View Modes (Wide Zoom Display): Displaying still images in 16:9 (Slideshow): Playing back a series of images (Retouch): Retouching still images (Paint): Painting on still images...
Page 6 Table of contents Shooting Settings — Shooting Settings 1 ... 89 AF Illuminator AF Mode Shooting Settings — Shooting Settings 2... 91 Auto Orientation Clock Settings... 92 Language Setting ... 93 Viewing images on a TV Viewing images on a TV ... 94 Using your computer Enjoying your Windows computer...
Page 7 Table of contents Troubleshooting Troubleshooting...120 Warning indicators and messages ...132 Others Using the camera abroad — Power sources...136 On the “Memory Stick Duo”...137 On the battery pack ...139 On the battery charger ...140 On Cyber-shot Station...141 Index Index...143...
Page 8: 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 9 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 10: 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 11: 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 12: 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 13 Basic techniques for better images The default settings are marked with Image size (3648×2736) 3:2 (8M) (3648×2432) (2592×1944) (2048×1536) (640×480) 16:9 (7M) (3648×2056) 16:9 (2M) (1920×1080) Images are recorded in 3:2 aspect ratio, same as photograph printing paper or postcards, etc. Images fill the entire screen.
Page 14: 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 15: Identifying Parts
Identifying parts See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. A Zoom (W/T) lever (27) B Shutter button (25) C Microphone (Playback) button (29) E POWER button/POWER lamp F Flash (28) G Lens H Self-timer lamp (27)/Smile Shutter lamp (44)/AF illuminator (89) I Lens cover Bottom...
Page 16: Indicators On The Screen
Indicators on the screen Touch [DISP] on the bottom right of the screen to change to the display selection screen (page 21). See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. When shooting still images • The indicators are limited in Shooting) mode.
Page 17 Indicators on the screen Display Indication Scene Recognition (56) Red-eye reduction (60) Flash level (60) Flash charging Recording mode (55) Face Detection (53)/Smile Detection (54) Metering Mode (49) Focus (46) Touch AF indicator (25) Housing (85) White balance (58, 59) Color mode (61) Display Indication...
Page 18 Indicators on the screen When playing back still images When playing back movies Display Indication Battery remaining Low battery warning (132) Image size (13) PictBridge connecting (115) View Mode (63) Filter by Faces (65) Favorites (66) Protect (74) Print order (DPOF) mark (118) Playback zoom (30) Display...
Page 19 Indicators on the screen Display Indication Shutter speed F3.5 Aperture value ISO400 ISO number (50) +2.0EV Exposure Value (51) Metering mode (49) Flash White balance (58, 59) Playback (29) Playback bar 0:00:12 Counter 101-0012 Folder-file number (77) 2008 1 1 Recorded date/time of the playback image 9:30 AM...
Page 20: Operate The Touch Panel
Operate the touch panel This LCD screen also displays the buttons for operating the camera (touch panel). Touch panel Turn on the camera. During shooting: Slide the lens cover downward. During playback: Press Touch the buttons on the screen lightly with your finger. On the touch panel buttons When the item you want to set is not on the screen, touch v/V/b/B to change the page.
Page 21: Changing The Screen Display
Changing the screen display Touch [DISP] on the screen to change to the display selection screen. • Settings other than [LCD Brightness] should be made separately for shooting and playback. • In index mode, you can set the number of images displayed (page 30).
Page 22 Changing the screen display [Display Histogram] This sets whether or not to display the histogram on the screen. Dark A histogram is a graph showing the brightness of an image. The graph display indicates a bright image when skewed to the right side, and a dark image when skewed to the left side.
Page 23: Using The Internal Memory
Using the internal memory The camera has approximately 15 MB of internal memory. This memory is not removable. Even when there is no “Memory Stick Duo” inserted in the camera, you can record images using this internal memory. • Movies with the image size set to [640(Fine)] cannot be recorded using the internal memory. Internal memory On image data stored in the internal memory...
Page 24: Basic Operations
Basic Operations Shooting images (Auto Adjustment mode) The procedure for shooting images using the basic functions is given below. Touch panel Open the lens cover. Hold the camera steady, keeping your arms at your side. Shutter button Zoom (W/T) lever A Image Size (page 27) B Self-Timer (page 27) C Shooting mode (page 41)
Page 25 Shooting images (Auto Adjustment mode) z You can touch the screen to select the point to bring into focus. Touching the subject on the touch panel displays a frame, and then pressing the shutter button halfway down brings the frame into focus.
Page 26 Shooting images (Auto Adjustment mode) Shooting movies Touch the shooting mode setting button, then touch Shooting mode setting button If you shoot a still image of a subject that is difficult to focus on • The shortest shooting distance is approximately 8 cm (3 1/4 inches) (W), 80 cm (31 1/2 inches) (T) (from the lens).
Page 27 Shooting images (Auto Adjustment mode) Using the zoom Slide the zoom (W/T) lever to the T side to zoom and slide to the W side to return. • When the zoom scale exceeds 5×, the camera uses the Digital Zoom function. For details on the [Digital Zoom] settings and the image quality, see page 90.
Page 28 Shooting images (Auto Adjustment mode) Flash (Selecting a flash mode for still images) Touch the flash mode setting button on the screen. Touch the desired item, then [OK]. : 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 29: Viewing Images
[Normal] mode. Touch to display in [Image Only] again. • You may not be able to play back some images shot using an earlier Sony model. Touch [HOME], then select [ Folder View] from...
Page 30 Viewing images To view an enlarged image (playback zoom) Touch a still image while it is displayed to enlarge the corresponding area. v/V/b/B: Adjusts the position. : Changes the zoom scale. : Turns v/V/b/B on/off. BACK: Cancels playback zoom. • To store enlarged images, see [Trimming] (page 69). •...
Page 31: Viewing Still Images As A Slideshow
• Settings other than [Image] and [Filter by Faces] are stored until the next time they are changed. • Sometimes the [Filter by Faces] function cannot be used with images shot using an earlier Sony model. To end the slideshow Touch the panel, and then touch [Exit].
Page 32 View Mode. Filters the displayed images according to the selected condition. Sometimes images are mistakenly displayed or hidden. To cancel the filtering, select [Off]. • Sometimes filtering cannot be performed with images shot using an earlier Sony model.
Page 33 Viewing still images as a slideshow Effects Simple Basic Nostalgic Stylish Active Face 1:Basic Face 2:Nostalgic Face 3:Stylish Music The preset-Music differs depending on the effect you select. The background music and effect combination can be changed. It is also possible to choose from multiple background music (BGM) selections.
Page 34 Viewing still images as a slideshow Interval The setting is fixed to [Auto] when [Simple] is not selected as the [Effects]. 1 sec 3 sec 5 sec 10 sec Auto Repeat z To add /change Music files You can transfer a desired music file from your CDs or MP3 files to the camera to play back during slideshow.
Page 35: Deleting Images
Deleting images (Playback) button Press (Playback) button. Display the image you want to delete, then touch Touch [OK]. When you delete images from the index screen 1 Touch (Delete) while displaying in index mode. 2 Touch the image you want to delete. mark is checked in the check box of the image.
Page 36: 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). Touch [HOME] to display the HOME screen. HOME Touch the category you want to set.
Page 37: Home Items
Learning the various functions – HOME/Menu HOME items Touching [HOME] displays the following items. Only the available items are displayed on the screen. Details on each item are displayed in the guide at the bottom of the screen. Categories Items Shooting Shooting (page 41) View Images...
Page 38: Using The Menu Items
Learning the various functions – HOME/Menu Using the menu items Touch [MENU] to display the menu. MENU • Different items will become visible depending on the selected mode. Touch the desired menu item. • If the desired item is hidden, keep touching v/V until the item appears on the screen. Touch the desired setting item.
Page 39: Menu Items
Menu items The available menu items vary depending on the mode setting (shooting/viewing) and the shooting mode. Only the available items are displayed on the screen. Selected mode: Shooting menu (page 52) Image Size Flash Face Detection Smile Detection Smile Detection Sensitivity REC Mode Scene...
Page 40 Menu items Viewing menu (page 65) (Date List) (Filter by Faces) (Add / Remove Favorites) (View Mode) (Wide Zoom Display) (Slideshow) (Retouch) (Paint) (Multi-Purpose Resize) (Delete) (Protect) (Print) (Rotate) (Select Folder) (Volume Settings)
Page 41: Using The Shooting Functions
Using the shooting functions Switching the shooting mode You can switch the shooting mode. Shooting modes: There are four shooting modes available for still images: Auto Adjustment, Program Auto, Scene Selection, Easy Shooting; and there is one recording mode for movies. The default setting is Auto Adjustment.
Page 42: Shooting Images Using Scene Selection
Shooting images using Scene Selection Scene Selection modes The following modes are preset to match the scene conditions. High Sensitivity Allows you to shoot images without a flash under low light conditions, reducing blur. Smile Shutter When the camera detects a smile, the shutter is released automatically.
Page 43 Shooting images using 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/ Close Flash...
Page 44 Shooting images using Scene Selection Shooting in Smile Shutter mode When the camera detects a smile, the shutter is released automatically. 1 Set the Scene Selection mode to 2 Press the shutter button all the way down. The Smile Shutter enters standby. Each time the smile level reaches the set Smile Detection Sensitivity (indicated by b), the camera automatically operates the shutter and records up to six images.
Page 45 Shooting images using Scene Selection z Hints for better capturing of smiles 1 Do not cover the eyes with the bangs. 2 Try to orient the face in front of the camera and be as level as possible. The detection rate is higher when the eyes are narrowed.
Page 46: Shooting Images (Program Auto Mode)
Shooting images (Program Auto mode) The Focus, Metering Mode, ISO and EV buttons appear only when the shooting mode is set to (Program Auto). 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.
Page 47 Shooting images (Program Auto mode) (Spot AF) 1.0 m 3.0 m 7.0 m (unlimited distance) • AF stands for Auto Focus. • Regardless of which mode is set, touching the screen will bring that part into focus (page 25). • When you use [Digital Zoom] or [AF Illuminator], the AF range finder frame is disabled and appears in a dotted line.
Page 48 Shooting images (Program Auto mode) z If the subject is out of focus When shooting with the subject at the edge of the frame (or the screen), or when using [Center AF] or [Spot AF], the camera may not focus on a subject at the edge of the frame. In such cases, do as follows: 1 Recompose the shot so that the subject is centered in the AF range finder, and press the shutter button halfway down to focus on the subject (AF lock).
Page 49: Metering Mode: Selecting The Metering Mode
Shooting images (Program Auto mode) 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 10. •...
Page 50: Iso: Selecting A Luminous Sensitivity
Shooting images (Program Auto mode) ISO: Selecting a luminous sensitivity Sets the ISO sensitivity. Low ISO sensitivity (Auto) • For details on the ISO sensitivity, see page 11. • You can select only from [ISO AUTO], [ISO 80] to [ISO 400] when set to Burst or Exposure Bracket. •...
Page 51: Ev: Adjusting The Light Intensity
Shooting images (Program Auto mode) EV: Adjusting the light intensity Manually adjusts the exposure. Toward – –2.0EV +2.0EV • For details on the Exposure, see page 10. • The compensation value can be set in 1/3EV increments. • If you shoot a subject in extremely bright or dark conditions, or when you use the flash, the exposure adjustment may not be effective.
Page 52: Shooting Menu
Shooting menu The available modes are indicated as shown below. For details on how to operate the menu, see page 38. You can select the mode displayed in white. The default settings are marked with Image Size: Selecting the image size Selects the still image size for Easy Shooting mode.
Page 53: Face Detection: Detecting The Face Of Subject
Shooting menu Face Detection: Detecting the face of subject Selects whether to use the Face Detection function or not, and also selects the priority subject for adjusting the focus when using the function. Detects the faces of your subjects and adjusts the focus, flash, exposure, white balance and red-eye reduction settings automatically.
Page 54: Smile Detection: Setting The Smile Detection Function
Shooting menu Smile Detection: Setting the Smile Detection function Selects the priority subject for the Smile Shutter function. For details on the Smile Shutter, see page 44. (Auto) (Child Priority) (Adult Priority) • Smiles may not be detected correctly depending on the conditions. •...
Page 55: 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 56 Shooting menu On the Exposure Bracket • The focus and white balance are adjusted for the first image, and these settings are also used for the other images. • When you adjust the exposure manually (page 51), the exposure is shifted based on the adjusted brightness.
Page 57: Ev: Adjusting The Light Intensity
Shooting menu About scenes that are recognized The following scenes are recognized. The camera identifies the optimal scene and displays each mark. When the shutter button is pressed halfway down while a mark is displayed, the mark color turns green and Scene Recognition is confirmed. Twilight Twilight Portrait Twilight using a tripod...
Page 58: Focus: Changing The Focus Method
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. This menu is the same as the menu that appears when you touch the Focus setting button in (Program Auto) mode.
Page 59: Underwater White Balance: Adjusting Color Tones During Underwater Mode
Shooting menu n (Incandescent) (Flash) • For details on the white balance, see page 11. • 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 60: Flash Level: Adjusting The Amount Of Flash Light
Shooting menu Flash Level: Adjusting the amount of flash light Adjusts the amount of flash light. (–) (Normal) • To change flash mode, see page 28. • Sometimes effects do not show up when the subject being shot is too bright or too dark. Red Eye Reduction: Setting the Red Eye Reduction function (Auto) (On)
Page 61: Dro: Optimizing The Brightness And Contrast
Shooting menu DRO: Optimizing the brightness and contrast The camera analyzes the shooting scene and automatically corrects the brightness and contrast to improve the image quality. (Off) (DRO standard) (DRO plus) • DRO is an abbreviation for “Dynamic Range Optimizer,” a function that automatically optimizes the difference between light and dark parts of an image.
Page 62: Steadyshot: Selecting The Anti-Blur Mode
Shooting menu (Sepia) (B & W) • You can select only [Normal], [Sepia] or [B & W] when shooting movies. SteadyShot: Selecting the anti-blur mode Selects the anti-blur mode. (Shooting) (Continuous) (Off) • In (Auto Adjustment) or • For movies, you can set [Continuous] or [Off] only. The default setting is set to [Continuous].
Page 63: Using The Viewing Functions
Using the viewing functions Selecting the View Mode When using the camera with a “Memory Stick Duo”, you can select how images are played back (View Mode) from the HOME screen. When using internal memory, images are displayed only in Folder View mode. 1 Touch [HOME] to display the HOME screen.
Page 64: (Favorites): Displaying Images Registered As Favorites
Selecting the View Mode (Favorites): Displaying images registered as Favorites This feature displays images registered as Favorites (page 66). Number of images registered as Favorites 1 Touch the Favorites group you want to play back. The selected favorites are displayed in a list. 2 If you want to play back a single image, touch that image.
Page 65: Viewing Menu
(Children) (Infants) (Smiles) • Sometimes images are mistakenly displayed or hidden. • Sometimes filtering cannot be performed with images shot using an earlier Sony model. For details on the operation 1 page 38 Available Images are not filtered. Images are filtered according to specified conditions and then displayed.
Page 66: (Add / Remove Favorites): Adding/Removing Favorites
Viewing menu (Add / Remove Favorites): Adding/Removing Favorites Select your favorite image and add/remove from groups as Favorites. (This Image) (Multiple Images) (Add All in Date Range) (Remove All in Date Range) (Remove All in Favorites) To add an image as Favorites 1 Display the image you want to add as Favorites.
Page 67: (View Mode): Switching The View Modes
Viewing menu To select and add multiple images as Favorites 1 Touch [MENU] in single-image mode or in index mode. (Add / Remove Favorites) by touching v/V, then touch it. 2 Display 3 Touch (Multiple Images). 4 Touch the Favorites group to which you want to add the images. In single-image mode: 5 Use to display the image to be added, then touch the center of that image.
Page 68: (Wide Zoom Display): Displaying Still Images In 16:9
Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 38 (Wide Zoom Display): Displaying still images in 16:9 During playback, still images at a 4:3 and 3:2 aspect ratio are played at a 16:9 aspect ratio. In this case the top and bottom of the image will be slightly cropped. Touching the center of the touch panel changes to the wide zoom exit screen.
Page 69 Viewing menu (Trimming) (Red Eye Correction) (Unsharp masking) For details on the operation 1 page 38 Records the zoomed playback image. 1 Touch the image or slide the zoom (W/T) lever to zoom in on the trimming range. 2 Set the point with v/V/b/B, then touch 3 Select an image size to record with b/B, then touch 4 Touch [OK].
Page 70 Viewing menu (Soft Focus) (Partial Color) (Fisheye Lens) (Cross Filter) For details on the operation 1 page 38 Blurs the periphery around a chosen point to signalize a subject. 1 Touch the center point of the desired image to retouch, then touch 2 Adjust the desired range to retouch with b/B, then touch 3 Select level of retouch with b/B, then touch...
Page 71 Viewing menu (Radial Blur) (Retro) (Happy Faces) For details on the operation 1 page 38 Decides the center point for expressing movement in the still image. 1 Touch the center point of the desired image to retouch, then touch 2 Adjust the desired range to retouch with b/B, then touch 3 Touch [OK].
Page 72: (Paint): Painting On Still Images
Viewing menu (Paint): Painting on still images Paints characters or graphics on the still image, and record it as a new file. See page 78. (Multi-Purpose Resize): Changing the image size according to usage You can change the aspect ratio and size of the shooting images, then record them as the new files.
Page 73: (Delete): Deleting Images
Viewing menu (Delete): Deleting images Selects and deletes images in single-image mode or in index mode. (This Image) (Multiple Images) (All Images in Date Range) (All In This Folder) To delete an image 1 Display the image you want to delete. 2 Touch [MENU] to display the menu.
Page 74: (Protect): Preventing Accidental Erasure
Viewing menu In index mode: 4 Touch the thumbnail image you want to delete. mark is attached to the selected image. 5 To delete other images, repeat step 4. t [OK]. 6 Touch • Touch on the index screen to return to the single-image screen. To delete all images in the date range or folder 1 Touch [MENU] in index mode.
Page 75 Viewing menu To protect an image 1 Display the image you want to protect. 2 Touch [MENU] to display the menu. 3 Display (Protect) by touching v/V, then touch it. ( This Image). 4 Touch To select and protect multiple images 1 Touch [MENU] in single-image mode or in index mode.
Page 76: Adding A Print Order Mark
Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 38 To cancel the protection Touch the image whose protection you want to cancel by taking the same steps as in “To select and protect multiple images”. (Protect) indicator disappears. • Protection can be removed for all images in a selected date range, folder, or Favorites group by touching (Remove All in Date Range), (Clear All in This Folder) or (Remove All in Favorites).
Page 77: (Select Folder): Selecting The Folder For Viewing Images
Viewing menu (Select Folder): Selecting the folder for viewing images Selects the folder containing the image you want to play back. 1 Select the desired folder with v/V. 2 Touch [OK]. To cancel selecting the folder Touch [Exit] or [BACK] in step 2. z On the folders The camera stores images in a specified folder of a “Memory Stick Duo”.
Page 78: Painting Or Putting Stamps On Still Images (Paint)
Painting or putting stamps on still images (Paint) You can paint or put stamps on still image and record it as a new file. Use the paint pen (supplied) for this operation. You cannot paint or put stamps on movies. •...
Page 79 Painting or putting stamps on still images (Paint) To stamp 1 Touch 2 Touch the stamp select button, the desired stamp, then [OK]. 3 Put stamps on the image. To add a frame 1 Touch 2 Select the desired frame with b/B, then touch [OK]. To make corrections Touch , then rub the part you want to erase using the paint pen.
Page 80: Customizing The Settings
Customizing the settings Customizing the Manage Memory feature and the Settings You can change the default settings using HOME screen. Touch [HOME] to display the HOME screen. HOME Touch (Manage Memory) or Touch the desired setting item. Touch the setting item that you want to change, and then touch the desired setting value.
Page 81: 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 82: Change Rec.folder
Manage Memory Change REC.Folder Changes the folder currently used for recording images. 1 Touch [Change REC.Folder]. The folder selection screen appears. 2 Touch [OK]. To cancel changing the recording folder Touch [Exit] or [BACK] in step 2. • You cannot select the “100MSDCF” folder as a recording folder. •...
Page 83: 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 Touch [Format].
Page 84: 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. • The guide is displayed during playback even if this is set to [Off]. Initialize Initializes the setting to the default setting.
Page 85: Calibration
Settings Calibration Enables you to perform calibration when the touch panel buttons do not react at the appropriate points where you touch. Using the paint pen, touch the × mark displayed on the screen. To stop the calibration process mid-way, touch [Cancel]. The adjustments made up to that point are not effected.
Page 86: Smile Demo Mode
Settings Smile demo mode You can view a demonstration of the Smile Shutter mode. 1 Set Scene Selection mode to 2 Aim the camera at the subject and press the shutter button all the way down. The demonstration starts. • If you do not operate the camera for about 15 seconds, the demonstration starts automatically even if the shutter button is not pressed.
Page 87: 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. Auto PictBridge PTP/MTP Mass Storage COMPONENT Selects the video signal output type from SD and HD(1080i), according to the TV connected...
Page 88: 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 97).
Page 89: 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 90: Af Mode
Settings AF Mode Selects the auto focus operation mode. Single Monitor • AF mode setting is invalid when the Face Detection function is activated. • When using Semi manual, [Single] is automatically selected. Digital Zoom Selects the digital zoom mode. The camera enlarges the image using optical zoom (up to 5×). When the zoom scale is exceeded, the camera uses either smart or precision digital zoom.
Page 91: 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 92: Clock Settings
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 80 Clock Settings Clock Settings Sets the date and time. 1 Select [ Clock Settings] from (Settings) on the HOME screen. 2 Touch [Clock Settings]. 3 Touch the desired date display format, then touch The clock settings screen appears.
Page 93: Language Setting
Settings For details on the operation 1 page 80 Language Setting Language Setting Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages.
Page 94: 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. See “TV TYPE” (page 88). •...
Page 95 Viewing images on a TV Press (Playback) button to turn on the camera. Images shot with the camera appear on the TV. Touch to select the desired image. • When using the camera abroad, it may be necessary to switch the video signal output to match that of your TV system (page 88).
Page 96 Viewing images on a TV Viewing an image by connecting the camera to an HD TV You can view an image recorded on the camera by connecting the camera to an HD (High Definition) TV* with the HD Output Adaptor Cable (not supplied). Turn off both the camera and the TV before connecting the camera to the TV.
Page 97 On “PhotoTV HD” This camera is compatible with the “PhotoTV HD” standard. By connecting Sony’s PhotoTV HD-compatible devices using an HD Output Adaptor Cable (not supplied), whole new world of photos can be comfortably enjoyed in breathtaking Full HD quality.
Page 98: Using Your Computer
Printing or saving still images with the date – Adding/changing Music for slideshow (using “Music – Transfer”) Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at the Sony Customer Support Website. http://www.sony.net/...
Page 99: 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 100: Installing The Software (Supplied)
(SONYPICTUTIL). Select the [Region] and [Country/ Area], then click [Next]. When the [Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for Sony Picture Utility] appears, click [Next]. The “License Agreement” screen appears. Read the agreement carefully. If you accept the terms of the...
Page 101 Installing the software (supplied) After you install the software, the short cut icons for “Picture Motion Browser”, “PMB Guide”, “Music Transfer” are created on the desktop. Double-click to start “Picture Motion Browser”. Double-click to start “PMB Guide”. Double-click to start “Music Transfer”.
Page 102: On The "Picture Motion Browser" (Supplied)
Browser) icon on the desktop. Or, from the Start menu: Click [Start] t [All Programs] (in Windows 2000, [Programs]) t [Sony Picture Utility] t [PMB – Picture Motion Browser]. • The confirmation message of the Information tool appears on the screen when starting the “Picture Motion Browser”...
Page 103: 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 into the camera, or connect the camera to a wall outlet (wall socket) with the AC...
Page 104 Copying images to your computer using the “Picture Motion Browser” Copying images to a computer Connect the camera to a computer as described in “Connecting the camera to your computer”. After making a USB connection, the [Import Media Files] screen of “Picture Motion Browser”...
Page 105 Copying images to your computer using the “Picture Motion Browser” Viewing images on your computer When importing is complete, the “Picture Motion Browser” starts. Thumbnails of the imported images are displayed. • The “Pictures” (in Windows XP/2000, “My Pictures”) folder is set as the default folder in “Viewed folders”.
Page 106: Image File Storage Destinations And File Names
Copying images to your computer using the “Picture Motion Browser” Image file storage destinations and file names The image files recorded with the camera are grouped as folders on the “Memory Stick Duo” or the internal memory. Example: viewing folders on Windows Vista A Folder containing image data recorded using a camera not equipped with the...
Page 107: 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 108 Copying images to a computer without “Picture Motion Browser” Click [Open folder to view files] (For Windows XP: [Open folder to view files] t [OK]) 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 109: Viewing Image Files Stored On A Computer With The Camera Copying To The "Memory Stick Duo
• You may not be 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 110: 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 111: 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 v10.5)
Page 112: Technical Support
The installation of the software starts. To add/change Music files See “Adding/Changing Music using “Music Transfer”” on page 110. 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 113: Viewing "Cyber-Shot Step-Up Guide
(Step-up Guide) on the desktop. To access “Step-up Guide” from the Start menu, click [Start] t [All Programs] (in Windows 2000, [Programs]) t [Sony Picture Utility] t [Step-up Guide]. Viewing on Macintosh Copy the [stepupguide] folder in the [stepupguide] folder to your computer.
Page 114: 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 129). Printing directly using a PictBridge compliant printer (page 115) Printing directly using a “Memory Stick”...
Page 115: 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 116 Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer Turn on the printer, then press (Playback) button. After the connection is made, indicator appears. The camera is set to playback mode. Stage 3: Selecting images you want to print Touch [MENU] to display the menu.
Page 117 Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer [Date] Selects [Day & Time] or [Date] to insert the date and time on images. • When you choose [Date], the date will be inserted in the order you select (page 92). This function may not be provided depending on the printer.
Page 118: 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 119 Printing at a shop Selecting and marking the images Touch [MENU] while displaying images in single-image mode or in index mode. Touch [DPOF] and touch (Multiple Images). Touch an image to mark. mark is attached to the selected image. Single Image Index Display Touch Touch [OK].
Page 120: Troubleshooting
3 Initialize the settings (page 84). 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 121: 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 122: Shooting Still Images/Movies
Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies Cannot record images. Check the free capacity of the internal memory or “Memory Stick Duo”. If it is full, do one of • the following: Delete unnecessary images (page 35). – Change the “Memory Stick Duo.” –...
Page 123 Troubleshooting Zoom does not work. You cannot use the Optical zoom in • You cannot use the Digital Zoom when shooting movies. • You cannot use the Smart zoom depending on the image size (page 90). • You cannot change the zoom ratio when the Smile Shutter is in standby. •...
Page 124 Troubleshooting Cannot insert dates on images. This camera does not have a feature for superimposing dates on images (page 129). By using • “Picture Motion Browser”, you can print or save images with the date (page 102). The F value and shutter speed flash when you press and hold the shutter button halfway down.
Page 125: Viewing Images
• The folder/file name has been changed on your computer (page 109). • 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. The camera is in USB mode. Delete the USB connection (page 105).
Page 126: 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 103 •...
Page 127 Troubleshooting Your computer does not recognize the camera. Turn on the camera. • When the battery level is low, insert the charged battery pack or use the AC adaptor (not • supplied) (page 103). Set [USB Connect] to [Mass Storage] (page 87). •...
Page 128: Memory Stick Duo
Troubleshooting Cannot print an image. Refer to the operation manual of the printer. • Images once copied to a computer cannot be viewed on the camera. Copy them to a folder recognized by the camera, such as “101MSDCF” (page 106). •...
Page 129: Printing
Troubleshooting 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. Especially when you • print an image shot with the image size set to [16:9], the lateral end of the image may be cut off.
Page 130: Touch Panel
Troubleshooting Printing is canceled. Confirm that you have disconnected the cable for multi-use terminal before the • (PictBridge Connecting) mark disappears. Cannot insert the date or print images in the index mode. The printer does not provide these functions. Consult the printer manufacturer as to whether •...
Page 131: 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” or the internal memory (pages 81, 83), and then initialize the settings (page 84). However, the data on the “Memory Stick Duo” or the internal memory will be deleted and all settings, including date, will be initialized.
Page 132: 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: •...
Page 133 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 processed using a computer or recorded with another camera.
Page 134 Warning indicators and messages Invalid operation You have touched the panel when using • the digital zoom or Close focus enabled mode. While using these modes, you cannot focus by touching the screen. Unable to detect face for retouch You may not be able to retouch the •...
Page 135 Warning indicators and messages Error Playing Music Delete the Music file, or replace it with • a normal Music file. Execute [Format Music], then • download a new Music files. Error Formatting Music Execute [Format Music]. • Operation cannot be executed during HD(1080i) output Some functions are restricted while the •...
Page 136: 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 137: 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 138 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 139: 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 140: On The Battery Charger
On the battery charger On the battery charger • Only D-type, T-type, R-type and E-type battery packs (and no others) can be charged in the battery charger (supplied). Batteries other than the specified kind may leak, overheat, or explode if you attempt to charge them, posing a risk of injury from electrocution and burns.
Page 141: On Cyber-Shot Station
On Cyber-shot Station On Cyber-shot Station The Cyber-shot Station CSS-HD2 (not supplied) is compliant to the camera. Using the Cyber-shot Station (not supplied) enables faster charging than the supplied battery charger and easy connection to a TV or computer. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Cyber-shot Station.
Page 142 On Cyber-shot Station Operating the Cyber-shot Station with the remote When the remote supplied with the CSS-HD2 is used with this camera, the following operations are available. • For details on buttons not described here, refer to the instruction manual supplied with the Cyber-shot Station.
Page 143: Index
Index Index Add / Remove Favorites ...66 Adjusting EV ...51 AE/AF lock indicator...25, 48 AF Illuminator ...89 AF lock ...48 AF Mode...90 AF range finder frame ...46 Aperture ...10 Auto Adjustment...24 Auto Focus...8, 46 Auto Orientation ...91 Auto Review ...91 B &...
Page 144 Index Happy Faces ...71 HD(1080i) ...87 High Sensitivity ...42 Hi-Speed Shutter ...42 Histogram ...22 HOME screen ...36 Housing ...85 Identifying parts ...15 Image file storage destinations and file names ...106 Image quality ...12 Image Size ...12, 27, 52 Incandescent ...59 Index screen...30 Indicator...16 Initialize...84...
Page 145 Index Scene Recognition ...56 Scene Selection ...42 Screen Changing the display ...21 Indicator...16 SD ...87 Select Folder ...77 Self-diagnosis display...132 Self-timer ...27 Semi manual ...47 Sepia ...62 Settings ...37, 84 Shooting Movies ...26 Still image...24 Shooting menu ...52 Shooting Settings 1 ...89 Shooting Settings 2 ...91 Shooting Settings ...62 Shutter speed...10...
Page 146 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 147 Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website.

This manual is also suitable for:

Dsc-t300/b Dsc-t300/r Cyber-shot dsc-t300

Sony DSC-T300 Cyber-shot&reg Handbook

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

Quick Links

Chapters

Related Manuals for Sony DSC-T300 Cyber-shot®

Summary of Contents for Sony DSC-T300 Cyber-shot®

This manual is also suitable for:

Table of Contents