Page 1 The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Customer Support Website. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DSC-H2/H5 Printed on 100% recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Serial No.
Page 2 WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. For Customers in the U.S.A. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
Page 3 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Cleaning For your protection, please read these safety instructions completely before operating Unplug the set from the wall outlet before the appliance, and keep this manual for cleaning or polishing it. Do not use liquid cleaners future reference. or aerosol cleaners.
Page 4 Lightning Safety Check For added protection for this set during a lightning Upon completion of any service or repairs to the storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for set, ask the service technician to perform routine long periods of time, unplug it from the wall safety checks (as specified by the manufacturer) outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system.
Page 5: Read This First
For Customers in the U.S.A. and Canada If you have any questions about this product, you may call: RECYCLING NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE Sony Customer Information Services Center BATTERIES 1-800-222-SONY (7669) Nickel Metal Hydride batteries The number below is for the FCC related matters are recyclable.
Page 6 Never use the The electromagnetic fields at the specific plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the frequencies may influence the picture and sound fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony of this camera. service station. Notice...
Page 7: Notes On Using Your Camera
Notes on using your camera Types of “Memory Stick” that can be remove them from your camera, then store them in a cool, dry place. This is to maintain the used (not supplied) batteries’ functions (page 110). The IC recording medium used by this •...
Page 8 • Using the camera in sandy or dusty locations Information Technology Industries may cause malfunctions. Association). • If moisture condensation occurs, remove it • Playback of images recorded with your camera before using the camera (page 112). on other equipment and playback of images recorded or edited with other equipment on your •...
Page 9 For full use of the digital still camera Prepare the camera and shoot images easily “Read This First” (separate volume) 1 Prepare the batteries 2 Turn the camera on/set the clock 3 Insert a “Memory Stick Duo” (not supplied) 4 Select the image size for use 5 Shoot images easily (Auto adjustment mode) Shoot still images (Scene Selection) 6 View/delete images...
Page 10: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Read this first .................... 5 Notes on using your camera ..............7 Enjoying the camera Basic techniques for better images............13 Focus – Focusing on a subject successfully........... 13 Exposure – Adjusting the light intensity............14 Color – On the effects of lighting ..............16 Quality –...
Page 11 Viewing menu..................49 (Folder) - (Protect) DPOF (Print) (Slide) (Resize) (Rotate) (Divide) (Setup) Trimming Using the Setup screen Using Setup items ................56 Camera 1 ..................57 AF Mode Digital Zoom Function Guide Red Eye Reduction AF Illuminator Auto Review Camera 2 ..................60 Expanded Focus Flash Sync.
Page 12 Using your computer Enjoying your Windows computer............69 Installing the software (supplied) ............71 Copying images to your computer ............72 Viewing image files stored on a computer with your camera (using a “Memory Stick Duo”) ................78 Using the “Cyber-shot Viewer” (supplied) ..........79 Using your Macintosh computer .............
Page 13: Enjoying The Camera
Enjoying the camera Basic techniques for better images Focus Exposure Color Quality This section describes the basics so you can enjoy your camera. It tells you how to use various camera functions such as the mode dial (page 33), jog dial (page 32), the menus (page 43), and so on.
Page 14: Exposure Adjusting The Light Intensity
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. Shutter speed = Length of time the camera receives Exposure: light Aperture = Size of the opening allowing light to pass...
Page 15 Hints for adjusting the exposure (EV) When shooting a whitish overall image such as a backlit subject or a snowy scene The camera judges that the Adjust in the + subject is bright so that the direction exposure is darker. When shooting a darker overall image The camera judges that the...
Page 16: Color - On The Effects Of Lighting
Color On the effects of lighting The apparent color of the subject is affected by the lighting conditions. Example: The color of an image affected by light sources Weather/lighting Daylight Cloudy Fluorescent Incandescent Characteristics of light White (standard) Bluish Blue-tinged Reddish The color tones are adjusted automatically in the auto adjustment mode.
Page 17 Selecting the image size for use (t step 4 in “Read This First”) Pixel Example: Printing in Many pixels (Fine up to A3 size (DSC- image quality and H5)/A4 size (DSC- large file size) Few pixels (Rough Example: An attached image quality but image to be sent by e- small file size)
Page 18: Identifying Parts
Identifying parts See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. A POWER lamp ( step 2 in “Read This (Playback) button ( step 6 in First”) “Read This First”) B Mode dial (33) B FINDER/LCD button ( step 5 in /BRK button (41) “Read This First”) D Shutter button (...
Page 19 K For shooting: Zoom (W/T) button T Tripod receptacle (bottom) step 5 in “Read This First”) • Use a tripod with a screw length of less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). You will be unable to For viewing: (Playback zoom) firmly secure the camera to tripods having button/ (Index) button (...
Page 20 Attaching the shoulder strap and the Attaching the lens hood lens cap 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.
Page 21 Storing the lens hood The lens hood can be attached in the reverse direction to store it with the camera when it is not in use. Position the lens hood as shown below and turn the lens hood clockwise until it clicks. Attaching a conversion lens (not supplied) When you want to do enhanced wide-angle...
Page 22: Indicators On The Screen
Indicators on the screen See the pages in parentheses for details of Display Indication operation. P S A M Mode dial (33) Camera mode (t step 5 in When shooting still images “Read This First”) Flash mode ( step 5 in “Read This First”) Flash charging •...
Page 23 Display Indication Display Indication Peaking High Peaking (40) Image size ( step 4 in “Read This First”) Peaking Low • are displayed Peaking Off 16:9 only for the DSC-H5. FINE 90cm Manual focus bar (40) 1 6 0 • is displayed only for the DSC-H2.
Page 24 Display Indication Display Indication Vibration warning (13) Histogram (27, 38) • Indicates vibration may prevent you from shooting clear images due to NR slow shutter (36) insufficient lighting. Even if the vibration warning • When using certain shutter appears, you can still shoot speeds*, the NR slow images.
Page 25 When playing back still images Display Indication Battery remaining ( step 1 in “Read This First”) Recording mode (33, 41) Image size ( step 4 in “Read This First”) 16:9 FINE 1 6 0 Playback mode ( step 6 BACK/NEXT VOLUME in “Read This First”) Protect (50)
Page 26 Display Indication Display Indication PictBridge connecting (87) Histogram (27, 38) • appears when histogram Recording folder (63) display is disabled. • This does not appear when using internal memory. 2006 1 1 Recorded date/time of the Playback folder (49) 9:30 AM playback image •...
Page 27: Changing The Screen Display
Changing the screen display Each time you press the (Screen display • By pressing the (Screen display switch) button longer, you can brighten the LCD switch) button, the display changes as backlight (DSC-H5 only)/finder backlight follows. (page 65, t step 5 in “Read This First”). •...
Page 28: Number Of Still Images And Recording Time Of Movies
• Movies with the size set to [640(Fine)] can only be recorded on a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”. • When images recorded using earlier Sony models are played back on this camera, the display may differ from the actual image size.
Page 29: When You Do Not Have A "Memory Stick Duo" (Recording With The Internal Memory)
When you do not have a “Memory Stick Duo” (Recording with the internal memory) The camera has 30 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.
Page 30 On image data stored in the internal memory We recommend that you copy (back up) data without fail using one of the following methods. To copy (back up) data on a “Memory Stick Duo” Prepare a “Memory Stick Duo” with a capacity of 32 MB or more, then perform the procedure explained in [Copy] (page 64).
Page 31: Battery Life And Number Of Images That Can Be Recorded/Viewed
Battery life and number of images that can be recorded/viewed The tables show the approximate number of • Shooting in the following situations: images that can be recorded/viewed and the – (P.Quality) is set to [Fine]. battery life when you shoot images in –...
Page 32: Using The Jog Dial
Using the jog dial The jog dial is used to change the setting values when shooting with the manual adjustment modes (shutter speed priority mode, aperture priority mode, manual exposure mode) or the EV adjustment. By turning the jog dial, you can also easily view the next/previous image. Jog dial To select the value Turn the jog dial to change the values you want to set.
Page 33: Using The Mode Dial
Using the mode dial Set the mode dial to the desired function. Mode dial : Movie step 5 in “Read This First” Control button Still image shooting modes Auto Adjustment Allows easy shooting with the settings adjusted automatically. step 5 in “Read This First”...
Page 34 In this Operating Instructions, the available mode dial setting is shown as follows. Unavailable Available Scene Selection For details step 5 in “Read This First” For shooting an image appropriately according to the scene condition, a combination of functions is determined by the camera. ( : you can select the desired setting) Burst/Multi Burst/ Macro...
Page 35: Shooting With Manual Adjustment
Shooting with manual adjustment The camera automatically adjusts the focus and the exposure, however, you can manually adjust these settings. Mode dial FOCUS button Jog dial Aperture value Exposure value Shutter speed Characteristics of “shutter speed” Characteristics of “aperture” (F value) Faster Slower Open...
Page 36 • You may not be able to change the aperture value and shutter speed combination depending on your shooting situations. • When the flash mode setting is changed, Program Shift is canceled. • Setting the mode dial to other than P or turning off the power cancels Program Shift. Shooting with shutter speed priority mode You can adjust the shutter speed manually.
Page 37 Shooting with manual exposure mode You can manually adjust the shutter speed and the aperture values. 1 Select a shutter speed using the jog dial (page 32). 2 Select an aperture value using the jog dial (page 32). The difference between the settings and proper exposure judged by the camera appears as an EV value (below) on the screen.
Page 38 z Using a histogram A histogram is a graph showing the brightness of an image. Set the mode dial to P, S, A or Scene Selection, then press (Screen display switch) repeatedly to display the histogram inside the screen. The graph display indicates a bright image when skewed to the right side, and a dark image when skewed to the left side.
Page 39 Flexible Spot AF Focuses on an extremely small subject or a narrow area. Flexible Spot AF lets you shoot in the desired image composition. • To set the Flexible Spot AF, see the following procedure. • This is useful when you shoot using a tripod and the subject is out of the center area.
Page 40 To set the manual focus 1 Press the FOCUS button repeatedly to select 9. The manual focus bar appears. Peaking level Manual focus bar Focus range 2 to 90 cm: Focus range 90 cm to Focus indicator (yellow: adjustable/white: fixed) 2 Set the bar to the desired distance with b/B on the control button.
Page 41: Continuous Shooting
Continuous shooting Shooting continuously Select a continuous shooting mode by pressing the /BRK button repeatedly. /BRK button : The default setting) Burst ( Records the maximum number of images in succession (refer to the following table) when you press and hold down the shutter button.
Page 42 The maximum number of continuous shots (Units: images) DSC-H2 DSC-H5 Quality Fine Standard Fine Standard Size — — — — — — 16:9 On the Exposure Bracket • The flash is set to (Flash forced off). • The focus and white balance are adjusted for the first image, and these settings are also used for the other images.
Page 43: Using The Menu
Using the menu Using menu items button v/V/b/B button Mode dial z button MENU button Control button Recording: Turn on the camera, then set the mode dial. Playback: Press Different items are available depending on the position of the mode dial and Recording/Playback mode. Press MENU to display the menu.
Page 44: Menu Items
Menu items For details on the operation page 43 Menu for shooting (page 45) The menu items available vary depending on the mode dial position. Only the available items are displayed on the screen. : available) Mode dial position: Scene COLOR (Color Mode) —...
Page 45: Shooting Menu
Shooting menu For details on the operation page 43 The default settings are marked with COLOR (Color Mode) You can change the brightness of the image, accompanied by effects. B&W (B & W) Sets the image to monochromatic color Sepia (SEPIA) Sets the image to sepia color Natural (NATURAL) Sets the image to quiet color...
Page 46: Wb (White Bal)
For details on the operation page 43 WB (White Bal) Adjusts the color tones according to the lighting condition in a situation, for example, when the colors of an image look strange. One Push Set ( Memorizes the basic white color which will be used in [One Push] ( ) mode.
Page 47: Iso
For details on the operation page 43 Selects a luminous sensitivity with units of ISO. The larger the number, the higher the sensitivity. 1000 Select a large number when shooting in dark locations or shooting a subject moving at high speed, or select a small number to obtain high image quality.
Page 48: M (Interval)
For details on the operation page 43 (Interval) Selects the frame interval in the Multi Burst mode (page 41). 1/7.5 (1/7.5") • Select Multi Burst with the /BRK button first, set the desired setting for [Interval]. When you select a function other than 1/15 (1/15") Multi Burst, this function is unavailable (page 41).
Page 49: Viewing Menu
Viewing menu For details on the operation page 43 The default settings are marked with (Folder) Selects the folder containing the image you want to play back when using the camera with “Memory Stick Duo”. See the following procedure. Cancel Cancels the selection.
Page 50 For details on the operation page 43 - (Protect) Protects images against accidental erasure. Protect (-) See the following procedure. Exit Exits the Protection function. To protect images in single-image mode 1 Display the image you want to protect. 2 Press MENU to display the menu. 3 Select [-] (Protect) with b/B on the control button, then press z.
Page 51: Dpof
For details on the operation page 43 To cancel the protection In single-image mode Press in step 3 or 4 of “To protect images in single-image mode.” In index mode 1 Select the image for which you want to remove protection in step of “To protect images in index mode.”...
Page 52 For details on the operation page 43 Repeat Plays back images in a continuous loop. After all the images have been played back, the slide show ends. Image Folder Plays back all images in the selected folder. Plays back all images stored on the “Memory Stick Duo”. Start See the following procedure.
Page 53 For details on the operation page 43 • For details on [Image Size] step 4 in “Read This First” • You cannot change the size of movies or Multi Burst images. • When you change from a small size to a large size, the image quality deteriorates. •...
Page 54 For details on the operation page 43 Example: Cutting a movie numbered 101_0002 This section describes an example of dividing a movie numbered 101_0002 and deleting it in the following file configuration. 101_0001 101_0003 101_0002 1 Cutting scene A. 101_0002 Divide 101_0002 is divided into 101_0004 and 101_0005.
Page 55: Trimming
For details on the operation page 43 5 Press z at the desired cutting point. 10/10 Divide 00:00:02 Dividing Point Cancel Exit • When you want to adjust the cutting point, select [c/C] (frame rewind/forward) and adjust the cutting point using b/B. •...
Page 56: Using The Setup Screen
Using the Setup screen Using Setup items You can change the default settings using the Setup screen. v/V/b/B button Mode dial z button MENU button Control button Turn on the camera. Press MENU to display the menu. After pressing B on the control button, go to the (Setup) setting, then press B again.
Page 57: Camera 1
Camera 1 For details on the operation page 56 The default settings are marked with AF Mode Selects the auto focus operation mode. Single (S AF) Automatically adjusts the focus when the shutter button is pressed and held halfway down. This mode is useful for shooting stationary subjects.
Page 58: Function Guide
For details on the operation page 56 Image size and maximum zoom scale using Smart zoom DSC-H2 DSC-H5 Size Maximum zoom scale Maximum zoom scale — Approx. 14× Approx. 16× Approx. 18× Approx. 20× Approx. 22× Approx. 52× Approx. 57× 16:9 Approx.
Page 59: Af Illuminator
For details on the operation page 56 • Because it takes about a second until the shutter clicks, hold the camera firmly to prevent the effects of vibration. Also, do not let the subject move. • Red-eye reduction may not produce the desired effects depending on individual differences, the distance to the subject, if the subject does not see the pre-strobe, or other conditions.
Page 60: Camera 2
Camera 2 For details on the operation page 56 The default settings are marked with Expanded Focus Expands the center of the screen double in manual focus mode. Expands double. Does not expand. Flash Sync. Select the timing that the flash strobes. Front Normally, use this setting.
Page 61: Steady Shot
For details on the operation page 56 STEADY SHOT Selects the anti-blur mode. Shooting Activates the anti-blur function when pressing the shutter button halfway down. Continuous Always activates the anti-blur function. You can stabilize images even when zooming up a far subject. •...
Page 62: Internal Memory Tool
Internal Memory Tool For details on the operation page 56 This item does not appear when a “Memory Stick Duo” is inserted in the camera. The default settings are marked with Format Formats the internal memory. • Note that formatting irrevocably erases all data in the internal memory, including even protected images. See the following procedure.
Page 63: Memory Stick Tool
Memory Stick Tool For details on the operation page 56 This item appears only when a “Memory Stick Duo” is inserted in the camera. The default settings are marked with 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
For details on the operation page 56 Change REC. Folder Changes the folder currently used for recording images. See the following procedure. Cancel Cancels changing the recording folder. 1 Select [OK] with v on the control button, then press z. The folder selection screen appears.
Page 65: Setup 1
Setup 1 For details on the operation page 56 The default settings are marked with LCD Backlight (DSC-H5 only) Selects the brightness of the LCD backlight when using the camera with batteries. Bright Brightens. Normal • You can also change the setting with the (Screen display switch) button pressed longer.
Page 66: Initialize
For details on the operation page 56 Initialize Initializes the setting to the default setting. See the following procedure. Cancel Cancels the resetting. 1 Select [OK] with v on the control button, then press z. The message “Initialize all settings Ready?” appears. 2 Select [OK] with v, then press z.
Page 67: Setup 2
Setup 2 For details on the operation page 56 The default settings are marked with File Number Selects the method used to assign file numbers to images. Series Assigns numbers to files in sequence even if the recording folder or the “Memory Stick Duo” is changed. (When the replaced “Memory Stick Duo”...
Page 68: Video Out
For details on the operation page 56 Video Out Sets the video signal output according to the TV color system of the connected video equipment. Different countries and regions use different TV color systems. If you want to view images on a TV screen, check page 92 for the TV color system of the country or region where the camera is used.
Page 69: Using Your Computer
Using your computer Enjoying your Windows computer For details on using a Macintosh computer, refer to “Using your Macintosh computer” (page 83). This section describes the English version screen contents. Install the software (supplied) first (page 71) Copying images to your computer (page 72) Viewing images on your computer Enjoying images using the “Cyber-shot Viewer”...
Page 70 depending on the types of USB devices you are Recommended computer using. environment • Operations are not guaranteed when using a USB hub. The following environment is • Connecting your camera using a USB interface recommended for a computer connected to that is compatible with Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 the camera.
Page 71: Installing The Software (Supplied)
Installing the software (supplied) You can install the software (supplied) using the following procedure. Follow the instructions on the • When using Windows 2000/Me, do not connect screen to complete the the camera to the computer before installation. installation. • In Windows 2000/XP, log on as Administrator. When the restarting confirmation •...
Page 72: Copying Images To Your Computer
Copying images to your computer This section describes the process using a Windows computer as an example. Insert the sufficiently charged You can copy images from the camera to Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries in your computer as follows. the camera, or connect the camera to a wall outlet (wall For a computer with a “Memory Stick”...
Page 73 Stage 3-A: Copying images to a Stage 2: Connecting the camera computer and your computer • For Windows 2000/Me, follow the procedure explained in “Stage 3-B: Copying images to a 2 To the (USB) Computer” on page 74. jack • For Windows XP, when the wizard screen does not appear automatically, follow the procedure explained in “Stage 3-B: Copying images to a Computer”...
Page 74 Click the check box of unwanted Click the radio button next to images to remove the checkmark [Nothing. I'm finished working so they are not copied, then click with these pictures] to select it, [Next]. then click [Next]. The “Picture Name and Destination” The “Completing the Scanner and screen appears.
Page 75 Double-click [My Computer] Double-click the [My Documents] [Removable Disk] [DCIM]. folder. Then, right-click on the “My Documents” window to display the menu and click [Paste]. • If the “Removable Disk” icon is not displayed, see page 99. The image files are copied to the “My Documents”...
Page 76 • Turning off the camera x For Windows 2000/Me/XP 1 Double-click on the tasktray. Double-click here 2 Click (Sony DSC) [Stop]. The contents of the “My Documents” 3 Confirm the device on the confirmation folder are displayed. window, then click [OK].
Page 77 – Movie files: MOV0ssss.MPG Image file storage destinations – Index image files that are recorded when you and file names record movies: MOV0ssss.THM • For more information about folders, see pages The image files recorded with your camera 49 and 63. are grouped as folders on the “Memory Stick Duo”.
Page 78: Viewing Image Files Stored On A Computer With Your Camera (Using A "Memory Stick Duo")
“Memory Stick Duo”. [Copy]. 2Double-click [Removable Disk] or • Step 1 is not necessary if the file name set with [Sony MemoryStick] in [My your camera has not been changed. Computer]. • You may be unable to play back some images 3Right-click the [sssMSDCF] folder depending on the image size.
Page 79: Using The "Cyber-Shot Viewer" (Supplied)
Click [Start] t • If there is no the Help. [Programs] (in Windows XP, [All Programs]) t [Sony Picture Utility] t To access the Help, click [Start] t [Cyber-shot Viewer] t [Tools] t [Media Check Tool]. [Programs] (in Windows XP, [All Programs]) t [Sony Picture Utility] t [Help] t [Cyber-shot Viewer].
Page 80 Import the images. Viewing images in “Viewed folders” arranged by shooting To start importing images, click the date on a calendar [Import] button. 1Click the [Calendar] tab. Years when images were shot are listed. 2Click the year. Images shot that year are displayed, arranged on the calendar by shooting date.
Page 81 Displaying images in full-screen Hour display screen mode To display a slide show of current images in full-screen mode, click the button. • To list images from a particular year or month, click that period on the left of the screen.
Page 82 Panel]. Double-click [Add/Remove Programs]. (For Windows XP, click [start] t [Control Panel], then double-click [Add or Remove Programs].) 2 Select [Sony Picture Utility] and click [Change/Remove] (For Windows XP, [Remove] ) to uninstall. Click the [Add...] button, and then specify...
Page 83: Using Your Macintosh Computer
Using your Macintosh computer You can copy images to your computer. Copying and viewing images on • The supplied software is not compatible with a computer Macintosh computers. Recommended computer Prepare the camera and a environment Macintosh computer. The following environment is Perform the same procedure as that recommended for a computer connected to described in “Stage 1: Preparing the...
Page 84 • If you are using Mac OS X v10.0, perform the procedure above after you have turned your computer off. 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/ Downloaded from ManualsNet.com search engine...
Page 85: 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 102). Printing directly using a PictBridge compliant printer (page 86) You can print images by connecting the camera directly to a PictBridge compliant printer.
Page 86: 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 Stage 1: Preparing the camera can print images shot using your camera by connecting the camera directly to a Prepare the camera to connect it to the PictBridge compliant printer.
Page 87 Stage 2: Connecting the camera Select the desired printing to the printer method with v/V on the control button, then press z. Connect the camera to the [All In This Folder] printer. Prints all the images in the folder. [DPOF image] 2 To the (USB) Prints all the images with a...
Page 88 • When you choose [Date], the date will be When you connect the camera to a printer, inserted in the order you select ( step 2 in the print menu appears. Select [Cancel] to “Read This First”). This function may not turn off the print menu, then proceed as be provided depending on the printer.
Page 89: Printing At A Shop
Printing at a shop You can take a “Memory Stick Duo” Marking in single-image mode containing images shot with your 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 MENU button...
Page 90 To cancel, select [Cancel] in step 4 or select Marking in index mode [Exit] in step 8, then press z. To remove the mark in index mode Display the index screen ( step Select the images from which you want to 6 in “Read This First”).
Page 91: Connecting Your Camera To Your Tv
Connecting your camera to your TV Viewing images on a TV screen You can view images on a TV screen by connecting the camera to a TV. Press to turn on the camera. Turn off both your camera and the TV before connecting the camera and the TV.
Page 92 On TV color systems If you want to view images on a TV screen, you need a TV with a video input jack the A/V cable. The color system of the TV must match that of your digital still camera. Check the following lists for the TV color system of the country or region where the camera is used.
Page 93: Troubleshooting
3 Initialize the settings (page 66). 4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Please understand that you give your consent that the contents of the internal memory may be checked when you send your camera to be repaired.
Page 94 Batteries and power The battery remaining indicator is incorrect, or sufficient battery remaining indicator is displayed but the power runs out too quickly. This phenomenon occurs when you use the camera in an extremely hot or cold location • (page 110). The batteries are discharged.
Page 95 Your camera cannot record images. Check the free capacity of the internal memory or “Memory Stick Duo” (page 28). If it is full, • do one of the following: Delete unnecessary images ( step 6 in “Read This First”). – Change the “Memory Stick Duo”.
Page 96 The flash does not work. The flash is set to (Flash forced off) ( step 5 in “Read This First”). • You cannot use the flash when: • Multi Burst, Burst or Exposure Bracket mode is selected (page 41). – (High Sensitivity) or (Twilight) is selected in the Scene Selection.
Page 97 Noise appears in the image when you view the screen in a dark place. The camera is attempting to increase the visibility of the screen by temporarily brightening • the image under conditions of low illumination. There is no effect on the recorded image. The eyes of the subject come out red.
Page 98 Color unevenness may appear during video playback. This is not a malfunction. The recorded images are not affected. • Images are not displayed on the screen. Remove the A/V cable if the cable is connected (page 91). • The image does not appear on the TV screen. Check [Video Out] to see if the video output signal of your camera is set to the color system of •...
Page 99 [Device Manager]. For Windows Me, click the [Device Manager] tab. • The “Device Manager” appears. 3 Right-click [ Sony DSC], then click [Uninstall] [OK]. The device is deleted. 4 Install the software (supplied) (page 71). The USB driver is also installed.
Page 100 The image cannot be played back on a computer. If you are using “Cyber-shot Viewer,” refer to the Help. • Consult the computer or software manufacturer. • The image and sound are interrupted by noise when you view a movie on a computer.
Page 101 Check whether the computer and the card reader support “Memory Stick PRO Duo”. Users of • computers and card readers made by companies other than Sony should contact those manufacturers. If “Memory Stick PRO Duo” is not supported, connect the camera to the computer (page 72).
Page 102 Cannot copy the data on the “Memory Stick Duo” or the computer to the internal memory. Data on a “Memory Stick Duo” or a computer cannot be copied to the internal memory. • Printing Also see “PictBridge compliant printer” (as follows) in conjunction with the following items. Images are printed with both edges cut off.
Page 103 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 • the printer provides these functions or not. The date may not be inserted in the index mode depending on the printer. Consult the printer •...
Page 104 The camera becomes warm when you use it for a long time. This is not a malfunction. • The lens does not move when you turn off the camera. The batteries are discharged. Replace them with charged batteries ( step 1 in “Read This •...
Page 105: Warning Indicators And Messages
Turn the power off and on again Contact your Sony dealer or local A problem with the lens has caused an • authorized Sony service facility.
Page 106 Format error Cannot create more folders Format the media again (pages 62, 63). The folder with a name beginning with • • “999” exists on the “Memory Stick Duo”. You cannot create any folders if Memory Stick locked this is the case. You are using the “Memory Stick Duo”...
Page 107 (Vibration warning indicator) Printer error Camera shake may occur due to Check the printer. • • insufficient light. Use the flash, turn on Check if the image you want to print is • the anti-blur function, or mount the corrupted. camera on a tripod to secure the camera.
Page 108: On The "Memory Stick
Others On the “Memory Stick” Notes on using a “Memory Stick Duo” A “Memory Stick” is a compact, portable IC recording medium. The types of (not supplied) “Memory Stick” that can be used with this • You cannot record, edit or delete images if you camera are listed in the table below.
Page 109 • Do not use or store the “Memory Stick Duo” under the following conditions: – High temperature locations such as the hot interior of a car parked in direct sunlight – Locations exposed to direct sunlight – Humid locations or locations with corrosive substances present Notes on using the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor (not supplied)
Page 110: On The Battery Charger And The Batteries
On the battery charger and the batteries On the battery charger Batteries you can and cannot use with your camera • Do not charge any other batteries except Sony Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries in the battery Battery type charger supplied with your camera. If you try to HR 15/51:HR6 (size AA) charge any other type of battery (e.g.,...
Page 111 up the batteries fully, and then recharging them • The battery life varies depending on storage, should correct the problem. operating conditions, and environment, and is different for each battery. • If you recharge Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries before fully using up the existing charge, the low battery warning may be displayed sooner On alkaline batteries/Oxy Nickel Primary than expected.
Page 112: Precautions
Precautions Do not use/store the camera in the On moisture condensation following places If the camera is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, moisture may condense inside or • In an extremely hot, dry or humid place outside the camera.
Page 113 Charging method of the internal rechargeable battery Insert charged batteries in the camera, or connect the camera to a wall outlet (wall socket) using the AC Adaptor (not supplied), and leave the camera for 24 hours or more with the power off. Charging method of the battery step 1 in “Read This First”...
Page 114: Specifications
Specifications Camera [Input and Output connectors] A/V OUT jack (Monaural) [System] Minijack DSC-H5 Video: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω, Image device 7.20 mm (1/2.5 type) color unbalanced, sync negative CCD, Primary color filter Audio: 327 mV (at a 47 kΩ load) DSC-H2 Output impedance 2.2 kΩ...
Page 115 Dimensions 113.2×83.0×94.0 mm (4 1/2 inches × 3 3/8 inches × 3 3/4 inches) (W/H/D, excluding protrusions) DSC-H5 Mass Approx. 554 g (1 lb 3.5 oz) (including two batterries, shoulder strap, adaptor ring, lens hood, lens cap, etc.) DSC-H2 Approx. 537 g (1 lb 2.9 oz) (including two batterries, shoulder strap, adaptor ring, lens hood, lens cap, etc.)
Page 116: Index
Index Index Battery charger....110 Viewing image files stored on a computer with your t step 1 in “Read This A/V cable......91 camera ......78 First” AC Adaptor......19 Windows......69 Beach t step 1 in “Read This t step 5 in “Read This Connecting First”...
Page 117 File Number ......67 Image size ......16 Manual focus ......38 File storage destination ..77 t step 4 in “Read This Mass Storage ......67 First” Finder “Memory Stick Duo”..108 t step 5 in “Read This Incandescent......46 Insert/Remove First” t step 3 and 4 in “Read Index mode printing .....
Page 118 Peaking .........40 Screen Smart zoom ......57 PictBridge ......86 Changing the display ..27 Software ....... 79 Pixel........16 EVF Backlight ....65 Specifications ..... 114 Playback zoom Indicator......22 Spot metering ....... 45 t step 6 in “Read This LCD Backlight....65 Spot metering cross hairs ..
Page 119 Warning indicators and messages......105 WB........46 White balance .......46 Windows computer ....69 Recommended environment ....70 Write-protect switch ...108 Zoom t step 5 in “Read This First” Downloaded from ManualsNet.com search engine...
Page 120 Trademarks • is trademarks of Sony Corporation. • “Memory Stick”, , “Memory Stick PRO”, , “Memory Stick Duo”, , “Memory Stick PRO Duo”, , “MagicGate”, are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • Microsoft, Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
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