Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-W830 Instruction Manual

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How to use
Digital Still Camera
Inserting the battery pack
Instruction Manual
DSC-W830 1
Open the cover.
2
Insert the battery pack.
Charging the battery pack
©2014 Sony Corporation Printed in China
Turn off the camera while charging the battery.
For customers in the USA,
Canada and China
English
For customers in
Learning more about the camera ("Help Guide")
countries/regions
other than the USA,
"Help Guide" is an on-line manual. Refer to it for in-depth
Canada and China
instructions on the many functions of the camera.
Power cord
 Access the Sony support page.
(Mains lead)
http://www.sony.net/SonyInfo/Support/
 Select your country or region.
 Search for the model name of your camera within the support
page.
Check the model name on the bottom of your camera.
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Checking the supplied items
The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces.
Camera (1)
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Rechargeable battery pack NP-BN (1) (This rechargeable battery pack cannot be
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used with Cyber-shot™ that are supplied with the NP-BN1 battery pack.)
1
ˎ Dedicated USB cable (1) Connect the camera to the AC Adaptor (supplied), using the
ˎ AC Adaptor AC-UB10C/UB10D (1)
dedicated USB cable (supplied).
ˎ Power cord (mains lead) (not supplied in the USA, Canada and China) (1)
ˎ Wrist strap (1) 2
Connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket).
ˎ Instruction Manual (this manual) (1)
Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs, the dedicated USB cable
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(supplied) and AC Adaptor (supplied).
Charging time (Full charge)
The charging time is approximately 115 min., using the AC Adaptor (supplied).
To charge by connecting to a computer
The battery pack can be charged by connecting the camera to a computer using
the dedicated USB cable.
To a USB jack
Battery life and number of images that can be recorded and
played back
Shooting (still images)
Actual shooting (movies)
Continuous shooting (movies)
Viewing (still images)
ˎ The number is based on the CIPA standard.
(CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association)
Inserting a memory card (sold separately)
Ensure the notched corner faces correctly.
Battery eject lever
1
Open the cover.
2
Insert the memory card (sold separately).
To remove the memory card/battery pack
Memory card: Push the memory card in once to eject the memory card.
Battery pack: Slide the battery eject lever. Be sure not to drop the battery pack.
Setting the clock
ON/OFF (Power)
Control Button Select items: ///
Set: 
1
Charge lamp
Press the ON/OFF (Power) button.
Lit: Charging
2
Off: Charging finished
Select a desired language.
Flashing:
3
Charging error or charging paused
Select a desired geographic location by following the on
temporarily because the camera is
screen instructions, then press  on the control button.
not within the proper temperature
range 4
Set [Date & Time Format], [Summer Time] and [Date &
Time], then select [OK].
5
Follow the instructions on the screen.
To set the date and time again
Select MENU  (Settings)  (Clock Settings)  [Date & Time Setting] to
open the date & time setting display.
Shooting still images/movies
Shutter button
W: zoom out
T: zoom in
W/T (Zoom) Button
: Still image
: Movie
Shooting still images
1
Press the shutter button halfway down to focus.
2
Press the shutter button fully down to shoot an image.
Shooting movies
1
Press the shutter button to start recording.
Total usage time Number of images
2
Press the shutter button again to stop recording.
Approx. 100 min. Approx. 210 images
Approx. 40 min. —
Approx. 95 min. —
Approx. 190 min. Approx. 3900 images
ˎ The camera is neither dust-proof, nor splash-proof, nor water-proof.
ˎ Avoid exposing the camera to water. If water enters inside the camera, a malfunction
Viewing images
may occur. In some cases, the camera cannot be repaired.
Do not aim the camera at the sun or other bright light. It may cause the malfunction of
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the camera.
Do not use the camera near a location that generates strong radio waves or emits
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W: zoom out
radiation. Otherwise, the camera may not properly record or play back images.
T: zoom in
ˎ Using the camera in sandy or dusty locations may cause malfunctions.
ˎ Do not shake or strike the camera. It may cause a malfunction and you may not be
Control Button
Select images: 
able to record images. Furthermore, the recording media may become unusable or
(next)/ (previous) image data may be damaged.
Set:  Clean the flash surface before use. The heat of the flash emission may cause dirt on
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the flash surface to start smoking or burning. Wipe the flash surface with a soft cloth
(Playback)
(Delete) to remove dirt or dust, etc.
On camera's temperature
1
Your camera and battery may get hot due to continuous use, but it is not a malfunction.
Press (Playback) button.
On the overheat protection
Depending on the camera and battery temperature, you may be unable to record
To select next/previous image
movies or the power may turn off automatically to protect the camera. A message will
Select an image by pressing  (next)/ (previous) on the control button. Press  be displayed on the screen before the power turns off or you can no longer record
in the center of the control button to view movies. movies. In this case, leave the power off and wait until the camera and battery
temperature goes down. If you turn on the power without letting the camera and
battery cool enough, the power may turn off again or you may be unable to record
To delete an image
movies.
 Press (Delete) button.
Warning on copyright
 Select [This Image] with  on the control button, then press  .
Television programs, films, videotapes, and other materials may be copyrighted.
Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the provisions of the
copyright laws.
No compensation for damaged content or recording failure
Sony cannot compensate for failure to record or loss or damage of recorded content
due to a malfunction of the camera or recording media, etc.
Features of PlayMemories Home™
On moisture condensation
If the camera is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, moisture may condense
Playing back images
inside or outside the camera. This moisture condensation may cause a malfunction of
imported from your
the camera.
camera.
If moisture condensation occurs
Turn off the camera and wait about an hour for the moisture to evaporate. Note that if
you attempt to shoot with moisture remaining inside the lens, you will be unable to
Importing images from your
record clear images.
camera
How to store the battery pack
You can use the following functions with
Sharing images on
ˎ To prevent staining the terminal, short-circuiting, etc., be sure to use a plastic bag, etc.
Windows computers.
PlayMemories
to keep away from metal materials when carrying or storing.
Online
™
ˎ A battery pack that has not been used for more than one year may have deteriorated.
Specifications
Viewing Uploading images
images on to network services
Camera
Calendar
[System]
Image device: 7.76 mm (1/2.3 type) CCD, Primary color filter
Downloading PlayMemories Home
Total pixel number of camera: Approx. 20.5 megapixels
Effective pixel number of camera: Approx. 20.1 megapixels
You can download PlayMemories Home from the following URL:
Lens: ZEISS Vario-Tessar 8× zoom lens
www.sony.net/pm/
f = 4.5 mm – 36 mm (25 mm – 200 mm (35 mm film equivalent))
F3.3 (W) – F6.3 (T)
For details on applications for Mac computers, visit the following URL:
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While shooting movies (16:9): 28 mm – 224 mm*
http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/
While shooting movies (4:3): 34 mm – 272 mm*
*When [Movie SteadyShot] is set to [Standard].
Recommended computer environment
SteadyShot: Optical
Burst shooting (when shooting with the largest pixel number):
You can check the system requirements for software at the
Approx. 1 image/second (up to 3 images)
following URL.
File format:
www.sony.net/pcenv/
Still images: JPEG (DCF, Exif, MPF Baseline) compliant, DPOF compatible
Movies: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
Recording media: Internal Memory (Approx. 27 MB), Memory Stick PRO Duo™ media,
Memory Stick Micro™ media, SD cards, microSD memory cards
Flash: Flash range (ISO sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index) set to Auto):
Approx. 0.3 m to 2.8 m (11 7/8 in. to 9 ft. 2 1/4 in.) (W)
Notes on using the camera
Approx. 1.5 m to 2 m (4 ft. 11 1/8 in. to 6 ft. 6 3/4 in.) (T)
On use and care
[Input and Output connectors]
Avoid rough handling, disassembling, modifying, physical shock, or impact such as
USB / A/V OUT jack:
hammering, dropping, or stepping on the product. Be particularly careful of the lens.
Video output
Audio output
On database files
USB communication
When you insert a memory card without a database file into the camera and turn on the
USB communication: Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0)
power, part of the memory card capacity is used to automatically create a database file.
It may take some time until you can perform the next operation. If a database file error
occurs, import all the images to a computer using PlayMemories Home, then format the [Screen]
memory card. LCD screen: 6.7 cm (2.7 type) TFT drive
Total number of dots: 230 400 dots
Notes on recording/playback
ˎ To ensure stable operation of the memory card, we recommend that you use this
[Power, general]
camera to format any memory card being used with this camera for the first time.
Power: Rechargeable battery pack NP-BN, 3.6 V
Note that formatting will erase all data recorded on the memory card. This data cannot
AC Adaptor AC-UB10C/UB10D, 5 V
be restored. Be sure to back up any important data to a computer or other storage
Power consumption (during shooting): Approx. 1.2 W
location.
Operating temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
Before you start recording, make a trial recording to make sure that the camera is
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Storage temperature: –20 °C to +60 °C (–4 °F to +140 °F)
working correctly.
Dimensions (CIPA compliant): ˎ Be sure to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that can
charge the battery pack.
93.1 mm × 52.5 mm × 22.5 mm (3 3/4 in. × 2 1/8 in. × 29/32 in.) (W/H/D)
Mass (CIPA compliant) (including NP-BN battery pack, Memory Stick PRO Duo media): Keep the battery pack out of the reach of small children.
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Approx. 120 g (4.2 oz) ˎ Keep the battery pack dry.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by Sony.
Microphone: Monaural ˎ
ˎ Dispose of used battery packs promptly as described in the instructions.
Speaker: Monaural
Exif Print: Compatible AC Adaptor
PRINT Image Matching III: Compatible Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor
from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately if any malfunction occurs while using the
apparatus.
AC Adaptor AC-UB10C/UB10D
Power requirements: AC 100 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz, 70 mA
For Customers in Europe
Output voltage: DC 5 V, 0.5 A
Operating temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
Notice for the customers in the countries applying EU Directives
Storage temperature: –20 °C to +60 °C (–4 °F to +140 °F)
Manufacturer: Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan
Dimensions:
For EU product compliance: Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart,
Approx. 50 mm × 22 mm × 54 mm (2 inches × 7/8 inches × 2 1/4 inches) (W/H/D)
Germany
Notice
Rechargeable battery pack NP-BN
If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart
Battery type: Lithium-ion battery
the application or disconnect and connect the communication cable (USB, etc.) again.
Maximum voltage: DC 4.2 V
This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits set out in the EMC regulation
Nominal voltage: DC 3.6 V
for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet).
Maximum charge voltage: DC 4.2 V
Maximum charge current: 0.9 A The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound of
this unit.
Capacity:
typical: 2.3 Wh (630 mAh) Disposal of waste batteries and electrical and electronic equipment
minimum: 2.2 Wh (600 mAh) (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with
separate collection systems)
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
This symbol on the product, the battery or on the packaging indicates that the
product and the battery shall not be treated as household waste. On certain
Trademarks
batteries this symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol.
ˎ Memory Stick and are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. The chemical symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead (Pb) are added if the battery
contains more than 0.0005% mercury or 0.004% lead. By ensuring these
ˎ Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or
products and batteries are disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potentially negative
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by
ˎ Mac is a registered trademark of Apple Inc. in the United States and other countries.
inappropriate waste handling. The recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural
ˎ SDXC logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
resources.
Facebook and the "f" logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Facebook, Inc.
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In case of products that for safety, performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent
YouTube and the YouTube logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Google Inc.
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connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified service
In addition, system and product names used in this manual are, in general, trademarks
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staff only. To ensure that the battery and the electrical and electronic equipment will be treated
or registered trademarks of their respective developers or manufacturers.
properly, hand over these products at end-of-life to the applicable collection point for the
However, the ™ or ® marks may not be described in this manual.
recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. For all other batteries, please view the section
on how to remove the battery from the product safely. Hand the battery over to the applicable
Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked
collection point for the recycling of waste batteries. For more detailed information about
questions can be found at our Customer Support Website.
recycling of this product or battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste
disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product or battery.
http://www.sony.net/
Owner's Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial
number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call
your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No. DSC-W830
Serial No. ______________________________
Model No. AC-UB10C/AC-UB10D
Serial No. ______________________________
WARNING
To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or
moisture.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
-SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
DANGER
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
If the shape of the plug does not fit the power outlet, use an attachment plug adaptor of the
proper configuration for the power outlet.
CAUTION
Battery pack
If the battery pack is mishandled, the battery pack can burst, cause a fire or even chemical
burns.
Observe the following cautions.
ˎ Do not disassemble.
Do not crush and do not expose the battery pack to any shock or force such as hammering,
ˎ
dropping or stepping on it.
ˎ Do not short circuit and do not allow metal objects to come into contact with the battery
terminals.
Do not expose to high temperature above 60°C (140°F) such as in direct sunlight or in a car
ˎ
parked in the sun.
Do not incinerate or dispose of in fire.
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ˎ Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries.