Page 33: How To Use This Handbook
How to use this handbook Click on a button at upper right to jump to the corresponding page. This is convenient when searching for a function you want to view. Search for information by function. Search for information by operation. Search for information in a listing of MENU/Settings items.
Page 34: Notes On Using The Camera
Notes on using the camera Notes on the types of memory cards Functions built into this camera that you can use (sold separately) • This manual describes each of the functions of TransferJet-compatible/incompatible devices, The following memory cards are compatible 1080 60i-compatible devices and 1080 50i- with this camera: “Memory Stick PRO Duo”...
Page 35 Notes on the LCD screen and lens Note when playing movies on other devices • The LCD screen is manufactured using extremely high-precision technology so over This camera uses MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 High 99.99% of the pixels are operational for Profile for AVCHD format recording. effective use.
Page 36: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Notes on using the camera How to use this handbook····································· 2 Notes on using the camera ··································· 3 Operation Search ·················································· 8 MENU/Settings Search ······································· 11 Names of parts···················································· 16 List of icons displayed on the screen ·················· 18 Using the touch panel ·········································...
Page 37 MENU (Shooting) MENU items (Shooting) ······································ 11 MENU (Viewing) MENU items (Viewing) ········································ 13 Settings Setting items ······················································· 14 Viewing an image on a Standard Definition (SD) TV······································································ 125 Viewing an image on a High Definition (HD) TV······································································ 126 Computer Using with your computer··································...
Page 38 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ················································ 143 Warning indicators and messages ···················· 152 Others Using the camera abroad·································· 157 “Memory Stick Duo” media································ 158 Battery pack ······················································ 160 Battery charger·················································· 161 Intelligent Pantilter············································· 162 AVCHD format ·················································· 163 TransferJet standard ········································· 164 Index Index ·································································...
Page 39: Operation Search
Operation Search Leaving the settings to Intelligent Auto Adjustment ······························· 26 the camera Scene Selection ··················································· 34 Scene Recognition ·············································· 65 Shooting movies Movie Mode ··························································· 30 Movie button ························································· 43 Movie format ························································· 93 Shooting portraits Soft Snap ······························································· 34 Twilight Portrait ····················································...
Page 40 Shooting without blur High Sensitivity ····················································· 34 Hi-Speed Shutter ················································· 35 Anti Motion Blur ···················································· 31 Hand-held Twilight ·············································· 32 2-second delay self-timer ·································· 49 ··········································································· 58 Shooting with backlight Forced Flash ························································· 47 Scene Recognition ·············································· 65 Backlight Correction HDR ·································...
Page 41: Editing Images
Editing images Retouch ·································································· 82 Paint ········································································ 81 Playing back a series of Slideshow ······························································ 74 images in order Using with easy-to-see Easy Mode ······················································· 42, 71 indicators Printing images with “PMB (Picture Motion Browser)” ··················· 131 the date Changing date and Area Setting ························································...
Page 42: Menu/Settings Search
MENU/Settings Search MENU items (Shooting) You can easily select the various shooting functions from 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. 2 Touch to display the MENU screen. The four menu items displayed below do not appear in the MENU screen.
Page 43 Still/Movie mode button REC Mode Menu items Metering Mode — — — Scene Recognition — — — — — — — — Face Detection — — — Anti Blink — — — — — — — — Display Settings Notes •...
Page 44: Menu Items (Viewing)
MENU items (Viewing) You can easily select the various viewing functions from 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 Touch to display the MENU screen. The four menu items displayed below do not appear in the MENU screen.
Page 45: Setting Items
Setting items You can change the settings on the (Settings) screen. 1 Touch to display the MENU screen. (Settings) t desired category t 2 Touch desired item t desired setting. Categories Items Shooting Settings Movie format AF Illuminator Grid Line Digital Zoom Auto Orientation Scene Recog.
Page 46: Clock Settings
Categories Items Memory Card Tool Format Create REC.Folder Change REC.Folder Delete REC.Folder Copy File Number Internal Memory Tool Format File Number Clock Settings Area Setting Date & Time Setting Notes • [Shooting Settings] appears only when settings have been entered from shooting mode. •...
Page 47: Names Of Parts
Names of parts A Shutter button Camera B Microphone C Lens cover D ON/OFF (Power) button E ON/OFF (Power) lamp F Flash G Self-timer lamp/Smile Shutter lamp/ AF illuminator H Lens I LCD screen/Touch panel (Playback) button (37) (Still) mode lamp (Movie) mode lamp M Zoom (W/T) lever (36, 38) (Still)/...
Page 48 Multi-output stand Using AC Adaptor AC-LS5 (sold separately) mark 1 To DC IN jack 2 To a wall outlet (wall socket) • Connecting the camera to AC Adaptor AC-LS5 (sold separately) will not charge the battery. Use Use the multi-output stand for attaching the a battery charger for charging the battery.
Page 49: List Of Icons Displayed On The Screen
List of icons displayed on the screen Icons are displayed on the screen to indicate the camera status. The displayed icon positions may differ according to the shooting mode. When shooting still images Display Indication Scene Recognition icon White balance Destination Scene Recognition Vibration warning...
Page 50 Display Indication Display Indication Shutter speed Battery remaining F3.5 Aperture value Low battery warning AF illuminator Display Indication Recording folder Focus Recording/Playback Media (Memory card, internal memory) Red-eye reduction Zoom scaling AE/AF lock NR slow shutter Database file full/Database file Shutter speed error warning F3.5...
Page 51: Using The Touch Panel
Using the touch panel The camera allows you to perform operations and make settings by touching the buttons or dragging the LCD screen with your finger. Displays the hidden items so that the items you want to set are shown on the screen. Returns to the previous screen.
Page 52: Touching The Screen To Set The Focus
Touching the screen to set the focus Touching the subject on the touch panel displays a frame, and then pressing the shutter button halfway down brings the frame into focus. If there is a face in the frame, in addition to the focus, the brightness and hue are also automatically optimized.
Page 53: Customizing The Menu Items
Customizing the MENU items During shooting/playback, the four MENU items appear below on the LCD screen. You can customize these four buttons to the desired MENU items and layout, letting you conveniently locate frequently used buttons. These buttons can be customized and the settings saved for each recording mode during shooting, and for internal memory and the memory card during playback.
Page 54: Using The Still/Movie Mode Button
Using the Still/Movie mode button You can select the shooting mode according to the mode you want to shoot in. Shutter button mode button 1 Press mode button to switch (Still) or (Movie) shooting mode. (Still) Allows you to shoot still images. Switches to the still image recording mode set using (REC Mode) (page 25).
Page 55: Using The Internal Memory
Using the internal memory The camera has approximately 45 MB of internal memory. This memory is not removable. Even when there is no memory card inserted in the camera, you can record images using this internal memory. When a memory card is inserted [Recording]: Images are recorded on the memory card.
Page 56: Rec Mode
REC Mode You can select the shooting mode based on condition and objective. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (REC Mode) t desired mode. 2 Touch (Intelligent Auto Allows you to shoot still images with the setting adjusted automatically.
Page 57: Intelligent Auto Adjustment
Intelligent Auto Adjustment Allows you to shoot still images with the setting adjusted automatically. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (REC Mode) t (Intelligent Auto Adjustment) 3 Press the shutter button fully down. Note • Flash mode is set to [Auto] or [Off]. On Scene Recognition Scene Recognition operates in Intelligent Auto Adjustment mode.
Page 58: Program Auto
Program Auto Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value). Also you can select various settings using the menu. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (REC Mode) t (Program Auto) 3 Press the shutter button fully down.
Page 59: Intelligent Sweep Panorama
Intelligent Sweep Panorama Allows you to create a panoramic image from composed images. The camera also automatically detects people’s faces or moving subjects. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (REC Mode) t (iSweep Panorama) 3 Align the camera with the end of the subject to be shot and press the shutter button fully down.
Page 60 Changing the shooting direction or image size of a panoramic image (Shooting Direction) t [Right], [Left], [Up] or [Down] Shooting Direction: (Image Size) t [Standard] or [Wide] Image Size: Tips for shooting a panoramic image Pan the camera in an arc at a constant velocity in the direction indicated on the LCD screen. Subjects at rest are more suited for panorama shots than moving subjects.
Page 61: Movie Mode
Movie Mode Allows you to record movies. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (REC Mode) t (Movie Mode) 3 Press the shutter button fully down. You can also record movies by touching 4 To stop shooting, press the shutter button fully down again.
Page 62: Anti Motion Blur
Anti Motion Blur This is suitable for indoor shots without using the flash to reduce the subject blur. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (REC Mode) t (Anti Motion Blur) 3 Press the shutter button fully down. A burst of shots are taken, and image processing is applied to reduce subject blur and noise.
Page 63: Hand-Held Twilight
Hand-held Twilight Although night scenes tend to blur by camera shake, this mode allows you to shoot night scenes with less noise without using a tripod. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (REC Mode) t (Hand-held Twilight) 3 Press the shutter button fully down.
Page 64: Backlight Correction Hdr
Backlight Correction HDR You can shoot two images having different exposures to create a single image with a greater range of gradation by combining the dark parts of an image taken with a bright exposure setting and the bright parts of an image taken with a dark exposure setting. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode.
Page 65: Scene Selection
Scene Selection Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (REC Mode) t (Scene Selection) t desired mode (High Sensitivity) Allows you to shoot images without a flash under low light conditions, reducing blur.
Page 66: Hi-Speed Shutter
(Fireworks) Allows you to record fireworks in all their splendor. (Underwater) Allows you to shoot underwater in natural colors in housing (such as Marine Pack). (Hi-Speed Shutter) Allows you to capture fast moving subjects outdoors or in other bright places. •...
Page 67: Zoom
Zoom You can enlarge the image when shooting. The camera’s optical zoom function can enlarge images up to 4×. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. T side 2 Move the zoom (W/T) lever. Move the zoom (W/T) lever to the T side to zoom in and move to the W side to zoom out.
Page 68: Viewing Still Images
Viewing still images 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 Select an image with Tips for dragging operations Displays/hides the MENU screen Action Operation method Displays the MENU screen Touch the left side of the LCD screen and drag right Hides the MENU screen Touch the right side of the LCD screen and drag left Hides the operation buttons...
Page 69: Playback Zoom
Playback Zoom Plays back the enlarged image. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 Touch the area you want to enlarge. The image is enlarged to twice the previous size, with the area you touched at the center. You can also enlarge the image by moving the zoom (W/T) lever to the T Shows the displayed area of side.
Page 70: Wide Zoom
Wide Zoom In single-image mode, still images at a 4:3 aspect ratio are played over the entire LCD screen. In this case, the top and bottom of the image will be slightly cropped. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
Page 71: Temporarily Rotated Display
Temporarily Rotated Display This is used in the single-image mode to temporarily rotate an image and enlarge it on the screen. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 Select the vertical orientation image t touch (Temporarily Rotated Display). 3 To cancel the display, touch (Temporarily Rotated Display) again.
Page 72: Viewing Movies
Viewing movies 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 Select a movie with 3 Touch on the LCD screen. When you touch the LCD screen during playback, operation buttons are displayed. Button/Operation method Action Volume control Adjusts the volume with Jumps to the start of the movie Fast rewind...
Page 73: Scene Recognition
Easy Mode Allows you to shoot still images using the minimum necessary functions. The text size increases and indicators become easier to see. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. 2 Set the mode button to (Still). (Easy Mode) t [OK] Notes •...
Page 74: Movie Mode
Movie button You can quickly start shooting movies from all REC modes. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. 2 Touch 3 To end recording the movie, touch You can also exit movie recording by pressing the shutter button fully down.
Page 75: Movie Shooting Scene
Movie shooting scene Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene when the camera is in Movie Mode. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (REC Mode) t (Movie Mode) (Movie shooting scene) t desired mode 4 Press the shutter button fully down.
Page 76: Face Detection
Smile Shutter When the camera detects a smile, the shutter is released automatically. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (Smile Shutter) 3 Wait detecting a smile. When the smile level exceeds the V point on the indicator, the camera records images automatically.
Page 77 Hints for better capturing of smiles Do not cover the eyes with the bangs. Do not obscure the face by hat, masks, sunglasses, etc. Try to orient the face in front of the camera and be as level as possible. Keep the eyes narrowed. Give a clear smile with an open mouth.
Page 78: Slow Synchro
Flash 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (Flash) t desired mode When the buttons are not displayed on the left side of the LCD screen, touch (Auto) Flashes when shooting in low light or backlight conditions. (On) Flash always operates.
Page 79 Flash In Easy Mode, select the Flash setting from 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (Easy Mode) t [OK] t [Flash] t desired mode Auto Flashes when shooting in low light or backlight conditions. Flash does not operate.
Page 80: Second Delay Self-Timer
Self-Timer 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (Self-Timer) t desired mode When the buttons are not displayed on the left side of the LCD screen, touch (Off) Does not use the self-timer. (10sec) Sets the self-timer to a 10-second delay. When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes and a beep sounds until the shutter operates.
Page 81 Self-Timer In Easy Mode, select the Self-Timer setting from 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (Easy Mode) t [OK] t [Self-Timer] t desired mode Does not use the self-timer. Sets the self-timer to a 10-second delay. When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes and a beep sounds until the shutter operates.
Page 82: Shooting Direction
Shooting Direction Set the direction to pan the camera when you shoot Intelligent Sweep Panorama images. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (REC Mode) t (iSweep Panorama) (Shooting Direction) t desired direction Pan from left to right. (Right) Pan from right to left.
Page 83: Image Size/Quality
Image Size/Quality The image size determines the size of the image file that is recorded when you take a image. The larger the image size, the more detail will be reproduced when the image is printed on large- format paper. The smaller the image size, the more images can be recorded. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode.
Page 84 When shooting Intelligent Sweep Panorama images (Standard) Shoots the images using standard size. (Horizontal: 4912×1080) (Vertical: 3424×1920) (Wide) Shoots the images using wide size. (Horizontal: 7152×1080) (Vertical: 4912×1920) When shooting movies The larger the size of the movie image, the higher the image quality. The higher the amount of data used per second (average bit-rate), the smoother the playback image.
Page 85 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. “Image size” is shown by the number of pixels. Although you cannot see the differences on the screen of the camera, the fine detail and data processing time differ when the image is printed or displayed on a computer screen.
Page 86 Burst The camera shoots up to 10 continuous frames in one burst when you hold down the shutter button. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (Burst) t desired mode When the buttons are not displayed on the left side of the LCD screen, touch (Off) Records a single image.
Page 87: Movie Mode
Macro Use this setting to capture beautiful close-up images of small subjects such as insects or flowers. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (Macro) t desired mode Depending on the REC mode, this is set using buttons displayed on the left side of the screen.
Page 88 You can adjust the exposure manually in 1/3 EV steps in a range of –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (EV) Depending on the REC mode, this is set using buttons displayed on the left side of the screen.
Page 89: Burst
Sets the luminous sensitivity when the camera is in Program Auto mode or when Scene Selection is set to (Underwater). 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (ISO) t desired number (Auto) Sets the ISO sensitivity automatically. You can reduce image blurring in dark locations or moving subjects by increasing ISO sensitivity (select a larger number).
Page 90: White Balance
White Balance Adjusts color tones according to the surrounding light conditions. Use this function if image color appears unnatural. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (White Balance) 3 Touch the desired mode t [OK] (Auto) Adjusts the white balance automatically so that the colors appear natural.
Page 91 Notes • [White Balance] is not available in the following situations: – In Intelligent Auto Adjustment mode – In Easy Mode • When [Flash] is set to [On] in Backlight Correction HDR mode, [White Balance] is not available. • [Flash] in [White Balance] is not available in the following situations: –...
Page 92: Underwater White Balance
Underwater White Balance Adjusts the color tone when the camera is set to (Underwater) mode in Scene Selection or (Underwater) mode in [Movie shooting scene]. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (Underwater White Balance) 3 Desired mode t [OK] (Auto) Automatically adjusts the color tones for underwater conditions to make the colors appear natural.
Page 93: Focus
Focus You can change the focus method. Use the menu when it is difficult to get the proper focus in auto focus mode. AF stands for “Auto Focus,” a function that adjusts the focus automatically. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (Focus) t desired mode (Multi AF) Focuses on a subject in all ranges of the...
Page 94 Quickly choosing the priority subject Touching the screen displays a frame, and then pressing the shutter button halfway down brings the frame into focus.
Page 95: Metering Mode
Metering Mode Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the exposure. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (Metering Mode) t desired mode (Multi) Divides into multiple regions and measures each region. The camera determines a well-balanced exposure (Multi-pattern metering).
Page 96: Scene Recognition
Scene Recognition The camera automatically detects shooting conditions, and then takes the shot. When a motion is detected, the ISO sensitivity is increased according to the movement to reduce subject blur (Motion Detection). Scene Recognition icon and guide The camera recognizes the following types of scenes.
Page 97 Notes • The Scene Recognition function does not operate when you shoot images using Digital Zoom. • [Scene Recognition] is set to [Auto] in the following situations: – During burst shooting – When the Smile Shutter function is activated – When [Self-Timer] is set to [Self-portrait One Person] or [Self-portrait Two People] •...
Page 98: Face Detection
Face Detection Detects the faces of your subjects and adjusts the focus, flash, exposure, white balance and red- eye reduction settings automatically. Face Detection frame (Orange) When the camera detects more than one subject, the camera will judge which is the main subject and set focus by priority.
Page 99 Registering the priority face (Selected-face Memory) Normally the camera automatically selects the face to focus on according to the [Face Detection] setting, but you can also select and register a face to be given priority. 1Touch a face you want to register as the priority face during Face Detection.
Page 100 Anti Blink When Scene Selection is set to (Soft Snap) while you are shooting an image, the camera automatically shoots two images consecutively. The camera will select, display and record the image which the eyes are not blinked automatically. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (REC Mode) t (Scene Selection) t (Soft Snap)
Page 101: Display Settings
Display Settings Sets whether to display the operation buttons on the LCD screen in shooting mode. 1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (Display Settings) t desired mode (On) Displays the operation buttons. (Off) Does not display the operation buttons.
Page 102 Easy Mode When viewing still images in Easy Mode, the playback screen text becomes larger, indicators become easier to see, and fewer functions can be used. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (Easy Mode) t [OK] Notes •...
Page 103 Calendar This feature selects the date to be played back on the calendar when using Date View. Step 2 is unnecessary when [Date View] is already set. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (View Mode) t (Date View) 3 Touch (Calendar).
Page 104: Image Index
Image Index Displays multiple images at the same time. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 Touch (Image Index). When the buttons are not displayed on the left side of the LCD screen, touch 3 Touch the screen and drag up or down to change the page.
Page 105: Continuous Playback
Slideshow Images are automatically played back in succession. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (Slideshow) t desired mode. 2 Touch When the buttons are not displayed on the left side of the LCD screen, touch (Continuous Plays back all the images in succession.
Page 106: Slideshow With Music
Slideshow with music (Slideshow) t [Slideshow with music]. 1 Touch 2 Touch desired mode t [Start]. 3 To exit slideshow, touch the screen, then select from [Exit Slideshow]. Note • [Slideshow with music] is not available for the following images or in the following situations: –...
Page 107 Music Specifies the music to be played during slideshows. You can select more than one background music track. Touch to listen to each BGM. Touch to adjust the BGM volume. Music1 The default setting for a [Simple] slideshow. Music2 The default setting for a [Nostalgic] slideshow. Music3 The default setting for a [Stylish] slideshow.
Page 108: Delete
Delete Allows you to select unwanted images for deletion. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (Delete) t desired mode (All but this image) Deletes burst group images other than the selected image in Display Burst Group mode. After step 2, touch [OK].
Page 109 You can switch between index and single-image mode when selecting images Touch to return to the single-image screen, and touch on the single-image screen to return to the index screen. • You can also switch between index and single-image mode in [Protect], [DPOF] or [Print].
Page 110: Send By Transferjet
Send by TransferJet TransferJet is a close-up, wireless transfer technology that allows data to be transferred by closely aligning two products that you want to communicate with each other. To find out whether your camera is equipped with the TransferJet function, check for the (TransferJet) mark on the bottom of the camera.
Page 111 Receiving images using TransferJet 1 Press the (Playback) button to turn on the camera. 2 Closely align the (TransferJet) marks on the camera and sending device to receive images. A notification sound is emitted when connection is made. Notes • Only images that can be displayed on the camera can be played. •...
Page 112 Paint Paints or adds stamps to a still image and saves it as a new file. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (Paint) When using the internal memory, touch (Paint) on the left side of the LCD screen. 3 Draw on the image using the paint pen (supplied).
Page 113: Playback Mode
Retouch Retouches a recorded image and records it as a new file. The original image is retained. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (Retouch) t desired mode 3 Perform retouching according to the operation method in each mode. (Trimming Records the zoomed playback (Resize))
Page 114: View Mode
View Mode Allows you to select the display format for viewing images. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (View Mode) t desired mode (Date View) Displays images by the date. (Folder view Displays still images. (Still)) (Folder view Displays movies in MP4 format.
Page 115: Display Burst Group
Display Burst Group You can select to display burst images in groups or display all images during playback. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (View Mode) t (Date View) (Display Burst Group) t desired mode (Display Main Groups burst images, then plays back the main images only.
Page 116 Protect Protects recorded images against accidental erasure. mark is displayed for registered images. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (Protect) t desired mode (This Image) Protects the currently displayed image in single-image mode. (Multiple You can select and protect multiple images. After step 2, perform the following.
Page 117 DPOF DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is a function that allows you to specify the images of the memory card that you want to print out later. (Print order) mark is displayed for registered images. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
Page 118 Rotate Rotates a still image. Use this function to display a horizontal orientation image in vertical orientation. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (Rotate) t [OK] Notes • You cannot rotate movies, images displayed in a burst group, and protected still images. •...
Page 119: Volume Settings
Volume Settings Adjusts the volume for slideshow and movie playback. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (Volume Settings) 3 Adjust the volume by touching You can also adjust the volume by touching z in the volume adjustment bar and dragging to the right or left.
Page 120 Display Settings Sets whether to display the operation buttons on the LCD screen in viewing mode. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (Display Settings) t desired mode (On) Displays the operation buttons (Off) Does not display the operation buttons To display the operation buttons when [Display Settings] is set to [Off]...
Page 121: Exposure Data
Exposure data This sets whether or not to display the shooting data of the currently displayed file. Exposure data 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (Exposure data) t desired mode (On) Displays the shooting data on the LCD screen (Off) Does not display the shooting data...
Page 122: Image Index Settings
Image index settings Sets the number of images displayed in the index screen. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (Image index settings) t desired mode Displays 12-up images. (12-up) Displays 28-up images. (28-up)
Page 123: Select Folder
Select Folder When multiple folders are created in a memory card, this function selects the folder containing the image you want to play back. Step 2 is unnecessary when [Folder View] is already set. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
Page 124: Movie Format
Movie format You can set the recording method used to record movies. (Settings) t (Shooting Settings) t [Movie format] t desired mode This recording method is suitable for viewing smooth video images AVCHD on a high-definition television. AVCHD movies are recorded. This recording method is suitable for WEB uploads and e-mail attachments.
Page 125: Af Illuminator
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. The indicator appears at this time.
Page 126: Grid Line
Grid Line With reference to the grid lines, you can easily set a subject in a horizontal/vertical position. (Settings) t (Shooting Settings) t [Grid Line] t desired mode Displays the grid lines. The grid lines are not recorded. Does not display the grid lines.
Page 127: Digital Zoom
Digital Zoom Selects the Digital Zoom mode. The camera enlarges the image using optical zoom (up to 4×). When the zoom scale is exceeded, the camera uses either smart or precision Digital Zoom. (Settings) t (Shooting Settings) t [Digital Zoom] t desired mode Smart ( Enlarges the image digitally within the range where the image will not be distorted, according to the image size.
Page 128: Auto Orientation
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. (Settings) t (Shooting Settings) t [Auto Orientation] t desired mode Records the image with the correct orientation. Does not use Auto Orientation.
Page 129: Scene Recog. Guide
Scene Recog. Guide You can select whether or not the guide is displayed next to the Scene Recognition icon when Scene Recognition is activated. Scene Recognition Guide (Settings) t (Shooting Settings) t [Scene Recog. Guide] t desired mode Displays the Scene Recognition Guide. Does not display the Scene Recognition Guide.
Page 130: Red Eye Reduction
Red Eye Reduction The flash strobes two or more times before shooting to reduce the red-eye phenomenon when using the flash. (Settings) t (Shooting Settings) t [Red Eye Reduction] t desired mode Auto When the Face Detection function is activated, the flash strobes automatically to reduce the red-eye phenomenon.
Page 131: Blink Alert
Blink Alert When an image with the subject’s eyes closed is recorded while Face Detection is activated, the message “Blinked eye detected” is displayed on the LCD screen. (Settings) t (Shooting Settings) t [Blink Alert] t desired mode Auto Displays the “Blinked eye detected” message. Does not display the message.
Page 132 Beep Selects or turns off the sound produced when you operate the camera. (Settings) t (Main Settings) t [Beep] t desired mode Shutter Turns on the shutter sound when you press the shutter button. High Turns on the beep/shutter sound when you operate the touch panel/ press the shutter button.
Page 133: Lcd Brightness
LCD Brightness This sets the brightness of the LCD screen. (Settings) t (Main Settings) t [LCD Brightness] t desired mode Normal Sets the LCD screen to normal brightness. Bright Sets the LCD screen to high brightness. • This function is useful when viewing images in bright outside light. Notes •...
Page 134: Language Setting
Language Setting Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. (Settings) t (Main Settings) t [Language Setting] t desired mode...
Page 135: Demo Mode
Demo Mode You can set whether to use a demonstration of the Scene Recognition and Smile Shutter. When there is no need to view a demonstration, set to [Off]. (Settings) t (Main Settings) t [Demo Mode] t desired mode (REC Mode) t (Intelligent Auto Adjustment) Demo Mode1...
Page 136 Initialize Initializes the setting to the default setting. Even if you execute this function, the images are retained. (Settings) t (Main Settings) t [Initialize] t [OK] Note • Be sure not to turn off the camera while initializing.
Page 137: Hdmi Resolution
HDMI Resolution Sets the resolution to be output to a TV from the HDMI terminal when you view images by connecting the multi-output stand (supplied) of this camera to the HDMI terminal of a High Definition TV using the HDMI Cable (sold separately). (Settings) t (Main Settings) t [HDMI Resolution] t desired mode...
Page 138: Ctrl For Hdmi
CTRL FOR HDMI This setting allows (TV) remote control of a camera that is connected to a “BRAVIA” Sync TV using the HDMI Cable (sold separately). For details on “BRAVIA” Sync, see page 128. (Settings) t (Main Settings) t [CTRL FOR HDMI] t desired mode Enables remote-controlled operation.
Page 139 COMPONENT Selects the video signal output type from either SD or HD (1080i) in accordance with the type of TV you connect to the camera using an HD Output Adaptor Cable (sold separately). Use a Type2c-compliant HD Output Adaptor Cable (sold separately). (Settings) t (Main Settings) t [COMPONENT] t desired mode...
Page 140 Housing Displays the dedicated operation buttons when the camera is installed in the Housing (Marine Pack). Refer also to the operating instructions supplied with the Housing. (Settings) t (Main Settings) t [Housing] t desired mode Changes the function of the buttons. Does not change any functions.
Page 141: Usb Connect
USB Connect Sets the mode when the camera is connected to a computer or a PictBridge-compliant printer using the USB cable. (Settings) t (Main Settings) t [USB Connect] t desired mode Auto The camera recognizes automatically and sets up communication with a computer or PictBridge-compliant printer.
Page 142: Lun Settings
LUN Settings Sets the display method for the recording media displayed on a computer screen or other monitor when the camera is connected with a computer or AV component using a USB connection. (Settings) t (Main Settings) t [LUN Settings] t desired mode Multi The images both on the memory card and in the internal memory are displayed.
Page 143: Download Music
Download Music You can use “Music Transfer” in the CD-ROM (supplied) to change background music tracks. (Settings) t (Main Settings) t [Download Music] The message “Change slideshow music Connect to PC” is displayed. 2 Make a USB connection between the camera and a computer, then start “Music Transfer”.
Page 144: Format Music
Format Music You can delete all the background music files stored in the camera. It can be used in cases such as when the background music files are damaged and cannot be played. (Settings) t (Main Settings) t [Format Music] t [OK] Restoring the music preset at the factory to the camera You can use “Music Transfer”...
Page 145: Power Save
Power Save Sets the length of time until the LCD screen goes dark and the time until the camera turns off. If you do not operate the camera for a certain period of time while the power is on using the battery pack, the screen goes dark and the camera later turns off automatically to prevent wearing down the battery pack (Auto power-off function).
Page 146 TransferJet You can select TransferJet communication settings. TransferJet is a close-up, wireless transfer technology that allows data to be transferred by closely aligning two products that you want to communicate with each other. To find out whether your camera is equipped with the TransferJet function, check for the (TransferJet) mark on the bottom of the camera.
Page 147 Calibration Enables you to perform calibration when the touch panel buttons do not react at the appropriate points where you touch. (Settings) t (Main Settings) t [Calibration] 2 Using the paint pen, touch the center of the × mark displayed on the screen in order. Notes •...
Page 148: Format
Format Formats the memory card or the internal memory. To ensure stable operations of the memory card, we recommend that you use this camera to format any memory card being used with this camera for the first time. Note that formatting will erase all data recorded on the memory card. This data cannot be restored.
Page 149: Create Rec.folder
Create REC.Folder Creates a folder in a memory card to store recorded images. Images are recorded in the newly created folder until you create another folder or select another recording folder. (Settings) t (Memory Card Tool) t [Create REC.Folder] t [OK] Notes •...
Page 150: Change Rec.folder
Change REC.Folder Changes the folder in the memory card that is currently used to store recorded images. (Settings) t (Memory Card Tool) t [Change REC.Folder] 2 Select the folder in which you want to store t [OK]. images using Notes •...
Page 151: Delete Rec.folder
Delete REC.Folder Deletes the folder in a memory card that is used to store recorded images. (Settings) t (Memory Card Tool) t [Delete REC.Folder] 2 Select the folder you want to delete using t [OK]. Notes • This item is not displayed when the internal memory is used to record images. •...
Page 152 Copy Copies all images in the internal memory to a memory card. 1 Insert a memory card with sufficient free capacity into the camera. (Settings) t (Memory Card Tool) t [Copy] t [OK] Notes • Use a fully charged battery pack. If you attempt to copy image files using a battery pack with little remaining charge, the battery pack may run out, causing copying to fail or possibly corrupting the data.
Page 153: File Number
File Number Selects the method used to assign file numbers to images. (Settings) t (Memory Card (Internal Memory Tool) t [File Tool) or Number] t desired mode Series Assigns numbers to files in sequence even if the recording folder or the memory card is changed.
Page 154: Area Setting
Area Setting Adjusts the time to the local time of a selected area. (Settings) t (Clock Settings) t [Area Setting] t desired mode Home You use the camera in your area. When the currently set area differs from your home area, you must make the Area Setting.
Page 155: Date & Time Setting
Date & Time Setting Sets the date and time again. (Settings) t (Clock Settings) t [Date & Time Setting] t desired mode Date & Time Format You can select the date and time display format. Daylight Savings You can select Daylight Savings [On]/[Off]. Date &...
Page 156 Viewing an image on a Standard Definition (SD) TV You can view images recorded on the camera in standard picture quality by connecting the camera to a Standard Definition (SD) TV. Refer also to the operating instructions supplied with the TV. 1 Turn off both the camera and the TV.
Page 157 • PhotoTV HD allows for a highly-detailed, photo-like expression of subtle textures and colors. • When the camera is connected to a Sony TV compatible with Video A mode using an HDMI Cable, your TV is automatically set to the picture quality suitable for still images. When the setting of the TV is set to Video, the picture quality is set to that suitable for movies.
Page 158 Viewing an image by connecting the camera to an HD TV using the HDMI Cable (sold separately) Connect the camera to the HDMI terminal of an HD TV using the HDMI Cable (sold separately). 1 Attach the camera to the multi-output stand (supplied). 2 Connect the multi-output stand to the TV using the HDMI Cable (sold separately).
Page 159 Using “BRAVIA” Sync When you use a TV that has “BRAVIA” Sync (compatible with SYNC MENU) support, you can operate the playback functions of the camera using the remote controller supplied with the TV by connecting the camera to the TV using the HDMI Cable (sold separately). 1 Attach the camera to the multi-output stand (supplied).
Page 160 Viewing an image by connecting the camera to an HD TV using the HD Output Adaptor Cable (sold separately) Connect the camera to an HD (High Definition) TV using the HD Output Adaptor Cable (sold separately). Use a Type2c-compliant HD Output Adaptor Cable. 1 Connect the camera to the TV using a HD Output Adaptor Cable (sold separately).
Page 161: Using With Your Computer
Using with your computer “PMB” and other applications are contained on the CD-ROM (supplied) to allow more versatile use of images shot with your Cyber-shot camera. Recommended computer environment (Windows) The following computer environment is recommended when using the supplied software “PMB”, “Music Transfer”...
Page 162: Using The Software
• To start up “PMB,” click (PMB) on the desktop. For the detailed operation method, see PMB support page (http://www.sony.co.jp/pmb-se/) (English only) or (PMB Help). • To start up “PMB” from the Start menu, select [Start] t [All Programs] t (PMB).
Page 163 Installing “Music Transfer” (Macintosh) 1 Turn on your Macintosh computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive. 2 Double-click (SONYPMB). 3 Double-click the [MusicTransfer.pkg] file in the [Mac] folder. The installation of the software starts. Notes • “PMB” is not compatible with Macintosh computers. •...
Page 164: Connecting The Camera To A Computer
PC, it may destroy the image file or playback may become impossible. Do not delete or copy AVCHD movies on the camera’s memory card from a PC. Sony bears no responsibility for the result of operations of this type.
Page 165: Deleting The Usb Connection
Importing images to a computer (Macintosh) 1 Connect the camera to your Macintosh computer first. Double-click the newly recognized icon on the desktop t the folder where the images you want to import are stored. 2 Drag and drop the image files to the hard disk icon. The image files are copied to the hard disk.
Page 166: Uploading Images To A Media Service
Uploading images to a media service This camera has a built-in application “PMB Portable”. You can use this application to do the following: • You can easily upload images to a blog or other media service. • You can upload images from a computer connected to the Internet even when you are away from home or the office.
Page 167 • To view a website, you will be redirected to it by the Sony server. There may be times when you cannot access the website because of server maintenance or for other reasons.
Page 168: Creating A Disc Of Movies
DVDs, etc.) Notes • If you create a disc using Sony DVDirect (DVD Writer), use the memory card slot of the DVD Writer or connect the DVD Writer via USB connection to transfer the data. • If you use Sony DVDirect (DVD Writer), check that the firmware is updated to the newest version. For details, see the following URL: http://sony.storagesupport.com/...
Page 169 Types of discs that can be used with “PMB” The following 12-cm discs can be used with “PMB”. For information on Blu-ray discs, see page 138. Disc type Characteristics DVD-R/ DVD+R/ DVD+R DL Cannot be re-written. DVD-RW/ DVD+RW Can be re-written and used again. ®...
Page 170 Creating standard definition image quality (SD) discs DVD discs with standard definition image quality (SD) can be created using supplied “PMB” software and selecting an AVCHD movie imported to the PC. 1 Turn on the power of the PC and insert an unused disc in the DVD drive. •...
Page 171: Printing Still Images
Printing still images You can print still images using the following methods. • Printing directly using a PictBridge-compliant printer • Printing directly using a memory card-compliant printer For details, see the operating instructions supplied with the printer. • Printing using a computer You can import images to a computer using the supplied “PMB”...
Page 172 (Print) t desired mode This Image Prints the currently displayed image in single-image mode. Multiple Images You can select and print multiple images. After step 4, perform the following. 1Touch the image to be printed. Repeat the above steps until there are no more images to be printed.
Page 173: Printing At A Shop
Printing at a shop You can take a memory card containing images shot with the camera to a photo printing service shop. As long as the shop supports photo printing services conforming to DPOF, you can make a (Print order) mark on images in advance on the viewing menu so that you do not have to reselect them when you print them out at the shop.
Page 174: Troubleshooting
3 Initialize the settings (page 105). 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 175: Shooting Still Images/Movies
The remaining charge indicator is incorrect. • This is caused when you use the camera in an extremely hot or cold location. • A discrepancy arose between the remaining charge indicator and the actual remaining battery charge. Fully discharge the battery pack once, then charge it to correct the indication. Depending on conditions of use, the display may remain incorrect.
Page 176 The image is out of focus. • The subject is too close. When shooting, make sure to position the lens farther away from the subject than the shortest shooting distance (approximately 1 cm (13/32 inches) (W)/50 cm (1 ft 7 3/4 inches) (T) from the lens in Intelligent Auto Adjustment and Easy Mode, or approximately 8 cm (3 1/4 inches) (W)/50 cm (1 ft 7 3/4 inches) (T) from the lens in other recording modes).
Page 177 The close-up shoot function (Macro/Focus On) does not work. • (Landscape) mode, (Twilight) mode or (Fireworks) mode is selected in the Scene Selection. • When Close focus mode is selected, the shooting distance is approximately 1 cm to 20 cm (13/32 inches to 7 7/8 inches).
Page 178: Viewing Images
Cannot shoot images in succession. • You cannot shoot images in succession while the Smile Shutter function is activated. • The internal memory or the memory card is full. Delete unnecessary images (page 77). • The battery level is low. Insert charged battery pack. The same image is shot several times.
Page 179 • Check that the computer and the “Memory Stick” media Reader/Writer support a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media. Users of computers and the “Memory Stick” media Readers/Writers made by manufacturers other than Sony should contact those manufacturers. • If a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media is not supported, connect the camera to the computer (page 133).
Page 180: Memory Card
Memory card Cannot insert a memory card. • Insert it in the correct direction. You have formatted a memory card by mistake. • All the data on the memory card is deleted by formatting. You cannot restore it. Data is being recorded to internal memory even though you inserted a memory card.
Page 181 PictBridge-compliant printer A connection cannot be established. • The camera cannot be connected directly to a printer that is not compliant with the PictBridge standard. Consult the printer manufacturer as to whether the printer is compliant with PictBridge or not. •...
Page 182: Touch Panel
Touch panel Cannot operate the touch panel buttons correctly or fully. • Perform [Calibration] (page 116). • [Housing] is set to [On] (page 109). The paint pen operation reacts at inappropriate points. • Perform [Calibration] (page 116). Others The lens gets fogged. •...
Page 183: Warning Indicators And Messages
• A camera malfunction has occurred. Initialize the camera (page 105), then turn the power on again. E:94: • There is a malfunction when writing or deleting data. Repair is required. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Be prepared to give all numbers in the error code beginning from the E.
Page 184 System error • Turn the power off and then on again. Camera overheating Allow it to cool • The camera temperature has risen. The power may turn off automatically, or you may be unable to record movies. Leave the camera in a cool location until the temperature goes down. Internal memory error •...
Page 185 File found which was not recognized • You tried to delete a folder containing a file that cannot be played on this camera. Delete the file on a computer and then delete the folder. Folder error • A folder with the same first three digit number already exists on the memory card (for example: 123MSDCF and 123ABCDE).
Page 186 Maximum number of images already selected • Up to 100 files can be selected when using [Multiple Images]. • Up to 999 files can be selected when using [All in Date Range] or [All in This Folder] for DPOF, Protect or Print. •...
Page 187 Recording function unavailable due to high internal temperature • The camera temperature has risen. You cannot record images until the temperature has gone down. Recording has stopped due to increased camera temperature • Recording has stopped due to a rise in temperature while recording a movie. Please wait until the temperature goes down.
Page 188: Using The Camera Abroad
Using the camera abroad You can use the battery charger (supplied), and the AC-LS5 AC Adaptor (sold separately) in any country or region where the power supply is within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Note • Do not use an electronic transformer (travel converter), as this may cause a malfunction. On TV color systems To view movies shot using this camera on a television, the camera and television must use the same color television system.
Page 189: Memory Stick Duo" Media
“Memory Stick Duo” media A “Memory Stick Duo” media is a compact, portable IC recording medium. The types of “Memory Stick Duo” media that can be used with the camera are listed in the table below. However, proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all “Memory Stick Duo” media functions. “Memory Stick”...
Page 190 Notes on using the “Memory Stick Duo” media Adaptor (sold separately) • To use a “Memory Stick Duo” media with a “Memory Stick” media compliant device, be sure to insert the “Memory Stick Duo” media into a “Memory Stick Duo” media Adaptor. If you insert a “Memory Stick Duo”...
Page 191: Battery Pack
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 192: Battery Charger
Battery charger • Only NP-BN-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 193: Intelligent Pantilter
Intelligent Pantilter Intelligent Pantilter (sold separately) allows you to take pictures, by having the camera detect people’s faces. For details, see the operating instructions supplied with Intelligent Pantilter.
Page 194: Avchd Format
AVCHD format The AVCHD format has been developed for high-definition digital video cameras when recording an HD (High-Definition) signal at the 1080i or 720p specification using high-efficiency compression coding technology. The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format is adopted to compress video data, and the Dolby Digital or Linear PCM system is used to compress audio data.
Page 195: Transferjet Standard
TransferJet standard TransferJet communications conform to the standard given below. TransferJet standard: Conforms to PCL Spec. Rev. 1.0 Protocol Class Name (communication type): SCSI Block Device Target OBEX Push Server OBEX Push Client • Use the “SCSI” communication protocol above when connecting to a TransferJet-compatible device (sold separately).
Page 196: Index
Index A/V OUT (STEREO) jack Date ..........125 ..................141 AF Illuminator Date & Time Setting ..............94 .............124 AF range finder frame Delete ............62 ..................77 Anti Blink Delete REC.Folder ................69 ............120 Anti Motion Blur Demo Mode ..............31 ..............104 Area Setting Digital Zoom ..............123 ..............96 Auto Orientation...
Page 197 Hand-held Twilight Names of parts ............32 ..............16 HD(1080i) ................108 HDMI Resolution ............106 Optical zoom High Sensitivity ..............36, 96 ..............34 Hi-Speed Shutter ..................130 ...............35 Housing ................109 Paint ..................81 Image Index ..................130 ................73 Image index settings ....................34 ............91 PictBridge Image Size ..............110, 140 ................52 Pixel Initialize...
Page 198 Self-Timer ..............49, 50 Send by TransferJet ............79 Warning indicators and messages ......152 Settings ..................14 White Balance ..............59 Shooting Wide Zoom ................39 Movies ................30 Windows computer ............130 Still images ..............26 Shooting Direction ............51 Slideshow ................74 Zoom ..................36 Slow Synchro ..............47 Smart zoom .................96 Smile Shutter ..............45...
Page 199 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. You will find licenses (in English) of “GPL”, and “LGPL”...

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