Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30, Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V, Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V Instruction Manual

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"Cyber-shot User Guide" is an on-line manual. Refer to it for
in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camera.

(_) Access the Sony support page.

http://www.sony.netiSonylnfo/Sul)port/

@ 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.

The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces.

Camera ( 1)
Rechargeable battery pack NP-BG 1 (1)/Battery case (1)

Micro USB cable (1)
AC Adaptor AC-UB 10/UB 10B/UB 10C/UB 10D (1)

Power cord (mains lead) (not supplied in the USA and Canada) (1)
Wrist strap (1)

Instruction Manual (this manual) (1)

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Owner's Record

The model and serial numbers arc 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. DS(-HX20V/DSC-HX30/DSC-HX30V

Serial No.
Model No. A(7-UB IO/AC-UB I0B/AC-UB 10(/AC-UB IOD
Serial No.

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To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or
moisture.

IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS

-SAVE THESEINSTRUCTIONS
DANGER

TOREDUCETHERISKOFFIREORELECTRIC
SHOCK,CAREFULLYFOLLOWTHESE

INSTRUCTIONS

If the shape of thu plug does not fit the power outk't, use an attachment phlg adaptor of thu
proper configuration 17_rthe power outlet.

Battery pack

If"thu baltery pack is mishandlud. Ihu batlery pack can bursl, cause a fire or evun chemical
bulns. Obserx e the following cautions.

• Do not disassemble.

• Do not crush and do not expose the battery pack to any shock or force such as

hammering, dropping or stepping on it.

• Do not short circuit and do not allow metal o{_iects to come into contact with the battery

terminals.

• Do not expose to high temperatul-<, above 60(7 (I 4OF) such as in direct sunlight or in a

car parked in the sun.

• Do not incinerate or dispose of in fire.

• Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries.

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• Be sure to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that
can charge the battery pack.

• Keep the battery pack out of the roach of small childr_.n.

• Keep the battery pack dry.

• Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by Sony.

• Dispose of used battery packs promptly as described in the instructions.

AC Adaptor

(onnuct the A(" Adaptor to the nearest wall outlut (wall socket).
If some trouble occurs while using the AC Adaptor, immediately shut off the power by
disconnecting the plug from the wall outlet (wall socket).

The power cord (mains lead), if supplied, is designed specifically lk_r use with this camera
only, and should not be used with other electrical equipment.

RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES

Lithium-Ion hattulies are recych,hle.
You can help preserve our environment by returning your used
rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest

you.

For more infommtion regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries,
call toll free

1-800_822-8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/

Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithiumqon batteries.

Battery pack

This device complies with Part 15 of thu FUU Rules. Operation is suh.ject to the following
two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interf<,mnce received, inchlding interference that may cause undesired operation.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with (Tanadian I(7ES-003.

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The available scientific evidence does not show that any heahh problems are associated
with using low power wireless devices. There is no proof however, that these low power
wireless devices arc absolutely safe. Low power Wireless devices emit low levels of radio
frequency energy (RF) in the microwave range while being used. Whereas high levels of
RP can produce health effects (by heating tissue), exposure of low-level RP that does not
produce heating effects causes no known adverse health effects. Many studies of low-level
RP exposures have not found any biological effects. Some studies have suggested that
some biological effects might occur, but such findings have not been confirmed by
additional research. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with F((
radiation exposure limits set forth l\_r an uncontrolled environment and meets the PC(7
radio frequency (RP) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65 and RSS- 102 of the
IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules.

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UL is an internationally recognized safety organization.
The UL Mark on the product means it has been UL Listed.

If you have any questions about this product, you may call:

Sony (ustomer hfformation Center

1-800-222-SONY (7669).

The number below is for the FCC related matters only.

Regulatory Information

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: DS(-HX20V. DS(-HX30V

Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo.

San Diego. (A 92127 U.S.A.

Telephone No.: 858-942-2230

This device complies with Partl 5 of the FCC Rules. Operation is sut_ject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

This equipment must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna
or transmitter.

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CAUTION

You ark' camioncd that any changes L)rmodifications not expressly approved in this manual
could void your authority to operate this equipment.

Note:

This equipment has bern tested and l\mnd to comply with the limits It!l- a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the P(C Rules.
These limits am designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in
a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses. and can radiate radio frequency
energy and. if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However. there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on. the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
mole of tile following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

The supplied interface cable must be used with the equipment in oMer to comply with tile
limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

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This device complies with RSS-310 of Industry Canada. Operation is sut_ject to tile
condition that this device does not cause harmful interference.

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to tile lkHlowing two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that
may cause undesired operation of tile device.

Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an
antenna of a type and maximum/or lesser) gain approved lk_r tile transmitter by Industry
Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain
should be so chosen that tile equivalent isotropically radiated power (ed.r.p.) is not more
than that necessary lk_r successful communication.

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Hereby, Sony Corporation. declares that this DSC-HX20V/HX30V Digital Still Camera is
in compliance with tile essential requirements and other relevant provisions of tile
Directive 1999/5/EC. For details, please access the following URL:
http://www.compliance.sony.de/

Notice for the customers in the countries applying EU Directives

The man/ifact/ircr tit this product is Sony Corporation. I-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo.

108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EM( and product safety is Sony
Deutschland GmbH. Hedelfinger Strasse 61. 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or
guarantee matters please refer to tile addresses given in separate service or guarantee

documents.

This product has been tested and lkmnd compliant with tile limits set out in tile R&TTE
Directive l\_r using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet).

Attention

The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may infhlence the picture and sound
of this unit.

Notice

If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data trilnsfcr to discontinue midway (fail),
restart the application or disconnect and connect tile communication cable (USB, etc.)
again.

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Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in

the European Union and other European countries with separate

collection systems)

This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product

shall not be treated as household wasle. Instead it shall be handed oxer to
the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic

equipment. By, ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help
prevent potential negalixe consequences for tile environment and human
health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling

of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural

resources. For more detailed inl\_rmation about recycling of this product.
please contact your local Civic Office. your household waste disposal service or the shop
where you purchased the product.

Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in the European Union

and other European countries with separate collection systems)

This symbol on tilt' battery or on the packaging indicates that the battery

pro_,ided with this product shall not be treated as household waste.

On certain batteries this symbol might be used in combination with a

chemical symbol. The chemical symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead (Pb) are

added if the battery contains more than 0.0005g{ mercury or ().O()4c,{ lead.

By ensuring these batteries are disposed of correctly, you will help prevent
potentially negative consequences fl_r the environment and human health which could
otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of the battery. The recycling of the
materials will help to conserve natural resources.
In case of products that l\_r safety, performance or data integrity reasons require a
permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by
qualified service stall" only. To ensure that the battery will be treated properly, hand over
the product at end-of-life to the applicable collection point for the 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 collection point for the recycling of waste batteries.
For more detailed inl\_rmation about 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.

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A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and
convenience.

Should the fuse in tile plug supplied need to be replaced, a fuse of the same rating as the
supplied one and approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362, (i.e.. marked with an @ or

mark) must be used.
If tile plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the
fuse cover alter you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you
should lose tile fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station.

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Use of tile RLAN network is governed: - with respect to private use, by tile Legislative
Decree of 1.8.2(103. no. 259 ("(ode of Electronic Communications"). In particular Article

104 indicates when the prior obtainment of a general authorization is required and Art. 105
indicates when free use is permitted: - with respect to the supply to the public of the RLAN
access to telecom networks and services, by the Ministerial Decree 28.5.20(13. as amended.
and Art. 25 (general authorization for electronic communications networks and services) of

the Code of electronic communications.

Use of tills radio equipment is not allowed ill tile geographical area ,a'itll in a radius of
20 km from the centre of Ny-Alesund. S; albard.

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[] Shutter button
[] Mode dial

i_ (Intelligent Auto)/
i_ + (Superior Auto)/

p (Program Aulo)/M (Manual
Exposure Shooting)/

MR (Memory recall mode)/
il2:21 (iSweep Panorama)/

H (Movie Mode)/_ (3D
Shootiug)/SCN (Scene

Seleclion)/'_=" A (Background
Delbcus)

[] For shooting: WIT (Zoom) lever

For viewing: _ (Index) lever/

O, (Playback zoom) lever

[] Self-timer lamp/Smile Shutter

lamp/AF illuminator

[] CUSTOM (Custom) button
[] Power/Charge lamp

[] ON/OFF (Power) button
[] Flash

• Do not hold your fingers near the
flash.

• When using the flash, the flash
pops up automatically.

• The flash goes down
automatically when the power is
turned off, the camera is switched

to playback mode or the shooting
mode is changed.

[] Microphone
[] Lens
[] Speaker
[] LCD screen
[] GPS sensor (built-in, DSC-

HX20V/HX30V only)
[] _ (Playback)button
[] MOVIE (Movie) button

[] HDMIminijack
[] Wi-Fisensor(built-in,DSC-

HX30/HX30Vonly)

[] Hookferwriststrap
[] Centrelwheel

[] MENUbutton
[] ?/_(In-CameraGuide/Delete)

button

[] Batteryinsertionslot
[] Batteryejectlever

[] Tripodrcceptacle

•Useatripodwithascrewless
than5.5mm(7/32inches)long.
Otherwise,youcannotfirmly

secnretilecamera,anddamageto
tilecameramayoccur.

[] Accesslamp
[] Memorycardslot
[] m'_ (TransfcrJetl_{)mark

[] Micre USB connector
[] Battery/memery card cever

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Battery eject lever

1Open the cover.

2Insert the battery pack.

• While pressing the battery qject lever, insert the baltery pack as
illustrated. Make sure thai the battery ejecl lever locks after insertion.

• Closing the cover with the battery inserted incorrectly may damage the
cal]nera.

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For customers in the USA
and Canada

For customers in countries/regions
other than the USA and Canada

Power/Charge lamp
Lit: Charging

Off: Charging finished
Flashing:

Charging error
Charging paused due to

overheating

1Connect the camera to the AC Adaptor (supplied),

using the micro USB cable (supplied).

2Connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket).

The Power/Charge lamp lights orange, and charging starts.

• Turn oft" the camera while charging the battery.

• You can charge the battery pack even when it is partially charged.

• When the Power/Charge lamp flashes and charging is not finished,
remove and re-insert the battery pack.

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• lfthe Power/Charge lamp oi1 the camera flashes when tile AC Adaptor is
cnnnected to the wall outlet (wall socket), this indicates that charging is

temporarily stopped because the temperature is nutside the recommended range.
When the temperature gets back within the appropriate range, tile charging

resumes. We recommend charging tile battery pack in an ambient temperature of
between 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F).

• Tile battery pack may nol be el ['eclivelycharged it"the terminal sect i....... lille

battery is dirty. In this case, wipe all__dust nt'l lightly using a snft cloth or a cnllnn GB
swab to clean tile terminal section of the battery.

• Connect the AC Adaptor (supplied) to the nearest wall outlet (wall socket). If
malfunctions occur while using the AC Adaptor, disconnect the plug from the wall

nutlet (wall socket) immediately to disconnect from tile pnwer source.

• When charging is finished, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall
shekel).

• Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs, micrn USB cable (supplied)
and AC Adaptor (supplied).

Charging time (Full charge)

The ch_rging time is approximatuly 175 rain. using thu AC Adaptor
(supplied).

• The above charging time applies when charging a fi.dly depleted battery pack at a
temperature of 25°C (77°F). Charging may take longer depending on conditions of

use and circumstances.

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Charging by connecting to a computer

The bmlery pack can be charged by connecting the camera to a computer using
a micro USB cable.

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• Note the following points when charging via a computer:
If the camera is connected to a laptop computer that is not connected to a power

source, the laptop battery level decreases. Do not charge li)r an extended period
of time.

Do not turn on/off or restart the computer, or wake the computer to resume from
sleep mode when a USB connection has been established between the computer

and the camera. The camera may cause a malfunction. Belore turning nn/off, or
restarting the computer or waking the computer h'om sleep mode, disconnect the

camera alld the computer.
No guarantees are made li)r charging using a custom-built computer nr a

modified computer.

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Battery life and number of images that can be
recorded and played back

Shooting (still images) Approx. 160 min. Approx. 320 images
Viewing (still images) Approx. 230 min. Approx. 4600 images

Shooting (movies) Approx. 75 rain.

• The above number of images applies when the battery pack is fl/lly charged. The
nmnher of images may decrease depending on the conditions of use.

• The number of images that can be recorded is for shooting under the li)llowing
conditions:

Using Sony "Memory Stick PRO Duo" (Mark2) media (sold separately)
The battery pack is used at an amhient temperature of 25°C (77°F).

- [GPS setting] is set to [Off] (DSC-HX20V/HX3ItV only).

[Disp. Resolution] is set to [Standard].

• The number [i_r "Shooting (still images)" is based on the C1PA standard, and is for
shooting under the following conditions:

(CIPA: Camera & hnaging Products Association)

-DISP (Display Setting) is set to [ON].

Shooting once every 30 seconds.
The zoom is switched alternately between the W and T ends.

-The flash strobes once every two times.

The power turns on and nff nnce every ten times.

• The battery life for movies applies shooting under the fnllowing conditions:

Movie quality: AVC HD HQ
When continuous shooting ends because of set limits (page 27), press the

MOVIE (Movie) button again and cnntim/e shooting. Shooting Rmctinns such as
the znom do not nperate.

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Supplying power

The camera can be supplied with power from the wall outlet (wall socket) by
connecting to the AC Adaptor, using the micro USB cable (supplied).

You can import images to a computer without worrying about draining the
battery pack by connecting the camera to a computer using the micro USB
cable.

In addition, you can use the AC Adaptor AC-UDI 0 (sold separately) for
shooting to supply power when shooting.

• Power cannot be supplied when the battery pack is not inserted in the camera.

• When the camera is connected directly tn a computer or to a power outlet using the
supplied AC Adaptor, power supply is available only in playback mnde. If the

camera is in shooting mode or while you are changing the settings of the camera,
power is not supplied even if you make a USB connection using the micro USB

cable.

• If you connect the camera and a computer using the micro USB cable while the
camera is in playback mode, the display on the camera will change h'om the

playback screen to the USB connection screen. Press [_i (Playback) button tn
switch tn the playback screen.

Ensure the notched corner
faces correctly.

1Open the cover.

2Insert the memory card (sold separately).

• Wilh Ihe notched corner l'acing as illustrated, insert the memory card
until it clicks into place.

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Memory cards that can be used

Memory Stick PRO Duo O O (Mark2 only)

A Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo O O

Memory Stick Duo C)
Memory Stick Micro (M2) O

B

Memory Stick Micro (Mark2) O O
SD memory card O O (Class 4 or laster)

C SDHC memory card O O (Class 4 or laster)

SDXC memory card O O (Class 4 or laster)

microSD memory card O O (Class 4 or laster)

D

microSDHC memory card O O (Class 4 or laster)

• In this manual, the products in the table are collectively referred to as follows:

A: "Memory Stick Duo" media
B: "Memory Stick Micro" media

C: SD card
D: microSD memory card

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• When using "Memory Stick Micro" media or microSD memory cards with this
camera, make sure to use with the appropriate adaptor.

To remove the memory card/battery pack

Memory card: Push the memory card in once to cject the memory card.
Battery pack: Slide the battery eject lever. Be sure not to drop the battery pack.

• Never remove the memory card/battery pack wben the access lamp (page 10) is lit.
This )nay cause damage to data in the memory card/internal memory.

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ON/OFF (Power)

Power/Charge lamp (green)

Oontro,wheel

Select items: AfT/4/I_
Set the numeric value ef date and

time: '_/,/

Set: •

Press the ON/OFF (Power) button.

Dale & Time setling is displayed when yeu lurn on the camera l'or the first
time.

• It may take time t'er the power te turn on and allow operation.

Select a desired language.
Select a desired geographic location by following the

on-screen instructions, then press • on the control
wheel.

Set [Date & Time Format], [Daylight Savings] or
[Summer Time] and [Date & Time], then select [OK] ---*

[OK].

• Midnight is indicated as 12:00 AM, and noon as 12:00 PM.

Follow the instructions on the screen.

• The battery pack will run out quickly when:
[GPS setting] is set to [On] (DSC-HX20V/HX30V only).

[Disp. Resolution] is set te [High].

A

Shutter button

Mode dial

i_: Intelligent Auto

H: Movie Mode

MOVIE

WFT(Zoom)
lever

W: ZOOm OU[

T: zoom in

Do not cover the flash (A),

Shooting still images

1Press the shutter button halfway down to focus.

When the image is in R>cus, a beep sounds and the • indicator lights.

2 Press the shutter button fully down to shoot an image.

Shooting movies

1Press the MOVIE (Movie) button to start recording.

• Use the W/T (zoom) lever to change the zoom scale.

• Press the shutter button to shoot still images while continuing to record
the movie.

2 Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording.

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• Do not push down or pull up the flash manually. This may cause a malfunction.

• The sound of the lens and lever operating will he recorded when the zoom function
operates while shooting a movie. The sound of the MOVIE button operating :nay

also be recorded when movie recording is finished.

• Continuous shooting is possihle lor approximately 29 minutes at one time at the
camera's default settings and when the temperature is approximately 25°C (77°F).

When movie recording is finished, you can restart recording by pressing the
MOVIE bullon again. Recording may slop lo protect the camera depending (m ll_e _Br_

ambient temperature.

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?/_ (Delete) Select images: I_ (next)/_l (previeus) or turn

the control wheel

Set: •

1Press the [i_] (Playback) button.

• When imagus on a memory card recerded with ether cameras are playud
back on this camera, the registratien screen t'er the data file appears.

+ Selecting next/previous image

Select an image by pressing I_-(next)/_l (previeus) on the centrel wheel er by
turning the cenm)l wheel. Press • in the center ef the control wheel te view

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+ Deleting an image

(_ Press ?/_ (Delete) butl,.m.
@ Select [This hnage] with • on the control wheel, then press •.

+ Returning to shooting images

Press the shutter button hail'way down.

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