Sony CYBER-SHOT DSC-W730 User Manual [no]

4-445-401-32(1)

Digital Still Camera / Instruction Manual

DSC-W730

English

Learning more about the camera (“Cyber-shot User Guide”)

“Cyber-shot User Guide” is an on-line manual. Refer to it for in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camera. 1 Access the Sony support page.

http://www.sony.net/SonyInfo/Support/ 2 Select your country or region.

3Search for the model name of your camera within the support page.

• Check the model name on the bottom of your camera.

Checking the supplied items

The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces.

•Camera (1)

•Rechargeable battery pack NP-BN (1)

(This rechargeable battery pack cannot be used with Cyber-shot that are supplied with the NP-BN1 battery pack.)

•Dedicated USB cable (1)

•AC Adaptor AC-UB10/UB10B/UB10C/UB10D (1)

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

•Wrist strap (1)

•Instruction Manual (this manual) (1)

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-W730

Serial No. _____________________________

Model No. AC-UB10/AC-UB10B/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.

•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 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 parked in the sun.

•Do not incinerate or dispose of in fire.

•Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries.

•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 reach of small children.

•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

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.

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

For Customers in the U.S.A. and Canada

[ RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES

Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable.

You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you.

For more information 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 Lithium-Ion batteries.

[ Battery pack

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject 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 Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

For Customers in the U.S.A.

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 Customer Information 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.: DSC-W730

Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.

Address: 16530 Via Esprillo,

San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A.

Telephone No.: 858-942-2230

This device complies with Part15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject 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.

[ CAUTION

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

[ Note:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

These limits are 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 more of the 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 order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

For Customers in Europe

[ Notice for the customers in the countries applying EU Directives

This product has been manufactured by or on behalf of Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. Inquiries related to product compliance based on European Union legislation shall be addressed to the authorized representative, Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters, please refer to the addresses provided in the separate service or guarantee documents.

This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits set out in the EMC regulation for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet).

[ Attention

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

[ Notice

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

[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 waste. Instead it shall be handed over 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 negative consequences for the 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 information 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 the battery or on the packaging indicates that the battery provided 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 0.0005% mercury or 0.004% lead. By ensuring these batteries are disposed of correctly, you will help prevent

potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of the battery. The recycling of the GB materials will help to conserve natural resources.

In case of products that for safety, performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified service staff 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 information 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.

Notice for customers in the United Kingdom

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

Should the fuse in the 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 the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station.

Identifying parts

A ON/OFF (Power) button B Shutter button

C Flash

DSelf-timer lamp/Smile Shutter lamp/AF illuminator

E Lens

F Charge lamp

G Microphone

H LCD screen

IFor shooting: W/T (zoom) button

For viewing: (Index) button/ (Playback zoom) button

J Mode switch

(Still Image)/(Sweep Panorama)/ (Movie)

K Hook for wrist strap

LControl button MENU on: v/V/b/B

MENU off: DISP (Display

Setting)/ (Self-Timer)/

(Smile Shutter)/ (Flash)

M / (In-Camera Guide/Delete) button

N (Playback) button

O MENU button

P Battery insertion slot

Q Battery eject lever

R Access lamp

S Memory card slot

TTripod socket hole

•Use a tripod with a screw less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inches) long. Otherwise, you cannot firmly secure the camera, and damage to the camera may occur.

U Speaker

V Battery/Memory card cover W USB / A/V OUT terminal

Inserting the battery pack

Battery eject lever

1 Open the cover.

2 Insert the battery pack.

•While pressing the battery eject lever, insert the battery pack as illustrated. Make sure that the battery eject lever locks after insertion.

•Closing the cover with the battery inserted incorrectly may damage the camera.

Charging the battery pack

For customers in the USA and Canada

Power cord (Mains lead)

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

Charge lamp Lit: Charging

Off: Charging finished Flashing:

Charging error or charging paused temporarily because the camera is not within the proper temperature range

1 Connect the camera to the AC Adaptor (supplied), using the dedicated USB cable (supplied).

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

The Charge lamp lights orange, and charging starts.

•Turn off the camera while charging the battery.

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

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

Notes

• If the Charge lamp on the camera flashes when the AC Adaptor is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket), this indicates that charging is temporarily stopped because the temperature is outside the recommended range. When the temperature gets back within the appropriate range, the charging resumes. 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 effectively charged if the terminal section of the

battery is dirty. In this case, wipe any dust off lightly using a soft cloth or a cotton GB swab to clean the 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 outlet (wall socket) immediately to disconnect from the power source.

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

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

x Charging time (Full charge)

The charging time is approximately 115 min. using the AC Adaptor (supplied).

Notes

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

x Charging 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

Notes

•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 for 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. Before turning on/off, or restarting the computer or waking the computer from sleep mode, disconnect the camera and the computer.

–No guarantees are made for charging using a custom-built computer or a modified computer.

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

	Battery life	Number of images
Shooting (still images)	Approx. 100 min.	Approx. 200 images

Actual shooting (movies)	Approx. 40 min.	—

Continuous shooting (movies)	Approx. 90 min.	—

Viewing (still images)	Approx. 190 min.	Approx. 3800 images

Notes
• The above number of images applies when the battery pack is fully charged. The
number of images may decrease depending on the conditions of use.
• The number of images that can be recorded is for shooting under the following
conditions:
– Using Sony “Memory Stick PRO Duo” (Mark2) media (sold separately)
– The battery pack is used at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F).
• The number for “Shooting (still images)” is based on the CIPA standard, and is for	GB
shooting under the following conditions:	GB
(CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association)

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

–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 off once every ten times.

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

–Recording mode: 720 FINE

–When continuous shooting ends because of set limits (29 minutes), press the shutter button again to continue shooting. Shooting functions such as zoom will not operate.

–The above “Actual shooting (movies)” indicates the approximate shooting time as a guideline when you repeatedly perform shooting, zooming, standby for shooting, and turning on and off the camera.

x Supplying power

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

In addition, you can use the AC Adaptor AC-UD10 (sold separately) or ACUD11 (sold separately) to supply power when shooting.

Notes

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

•When the camera is connected directly to a computer or to a power outlet using the supplied AC Adaptor, power supply is available only in playback mode. 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 dedicated USB cable.

•If you connect the camera and a computer using the dedicated USB cable while the camera is in playback mode, the display on the camera will change from the

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

•The AC Adaptor AC-UD11 (sold separately) may not be available in some countries/regions.

Inserting a memory card (sold separately)

Ensure the notched corner faces correctly.

Open the cover.

Insert the memory card (sold separately).

•With the notched corner facing as illustrated, insert the memory card until it clicks into place.

3 Close the cover.

x Memory cards that can be used

	Memory card	For still images	For movies
	Memory Stick XC-HG Duo

A	Memory Stick PRO Duo		(Mark2 only)

	Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo
	Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo

	Memory Stick Duo		—

B	Memory Stick Micro (M2)		(Mark2 only)	GB
	SD memory card		(Class 4 or faster)

C	SDHC memory card		(Class 4 or faster)

	SDXC memory card		(Class 4 or faster)

	microSD memory card		(Class 4 or faster)

D	microSDHC memory card		(Class 4 or faster)

	microSDXC memory card		(Class 4 or faster)

•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

Notes

•To use a “Memory Stick Micro” media or microSD memory card with the camera, be sure to insert it into a dedicated adaptor first.

x 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.

Notes

•Never remove the memory card/battery pack when the access lamp (page 8) is lit. This may cause damage to data in the memory card/internal memory.

Setting the clock

ON/OFF (Power)

Control button

Select items: v/V/b/B

Set: z

1 Press the ON/OFF (Power) button.

Date & Time setting is displayed when you turn on the camera for the first time.

• It may take time for the power to turn on and allow operation.

2 Select a desired language.

3 Select a desired geographic location by following the on-screen instructions, then press z on the control button.

4 Set [Date & Time Format], [Summer Time] and [Date & Time], then select [OK] t [OK].

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

5 Follow the instructions on the screen.

•If you set [Disp. Resolution] to [High], the battery charge may be depleted faster.

Shooting still images/movies

Shutter button

W/T (Zoom) GB

Mode switch	W: zoom out
: Still image	T: zoom in
: Still image

: Sweep Panorama

: Movie

Shooting still images

1 Press the shutter button halfway down to focus.

When the image is in focus, a beep sounds and the z indicator lights.

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

Shooting movies

1 Press the shutter button fully down to start recording.

• Use the zoom button to change the zoom scale.

2 Press the shutter button fully down again to stop recording.

Notes

•When using the zoom function while shooting a movie, the sound of the lens operating will be recorded.

•The panoramic shooting range may be reduced, depending on the subject or the way it is shot. Therefore even when [360°] is set for panoramic shooting, the recorded image may be less than 360 degrees.

•Continuous shooting is possible for 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 shutter button again. Recording may stop to protect the camera depending on the ambient temperature.

Viewing images

W: zoom out

T: zoom in

Control button

(Playback)

/ (Delete)

Select images: B (next)/b (previous)

Set: z

1 Press the (Playback) button.

•When images on a memory card recorded with other cameras are played back on this camera, the registration screen for the data file appears.

x Selecting next/previous image

Select an image by pressing B (next)/b (previous) on the control button. Press z in the center of the control button to view movies.

x Deleting an image

1 Press / (Delete) button.

2 Select [This Image] with v on the control button, then press z.

x Returning to shooting images

Press the shutter button halfway down.

In-Camera Guide

This camera is equipped with a built-in instruction guide. This allows you to search the camera’s functions according to your needs.

/(In-Camera Guide)

1 Press the MENU button.

2 Select the desired MENU item, then press the/ (InCamera Guide) button.

The operation guide for the selected item is displayed.

•If you press the/(In-Camera Guide) button when the MENU screen is not displayed, you can search the guide using keywords or icons.

Introduction of other functions

Other functions used when shooting or playing back can be operated using the control button or MENU button on the camera. This camera is equipped with a Function Guide that allows you to easily select from the functions. While displaying the guide, you can use various functions.

Control button

Function Guide

x Control button

DISP (Display Setting): Allows you to change the screen display. (Self-Timer): Allows you to use the self-timer.

(Smile Shutter): Allows you to use the Smile Shutter mode.

(Flash): Allows you to select a flash mode for still images.

Center button (Tracking focus): The camera tracks the subject and adjusts focus automatically even when the subject is moving.

x Menu Items

Shooting

	REC Mode	Select still image recording mode.
	Movie shooting	Select movie recording mode.
	scene

	Panorama	Select recording mode when shooting panoramic images.
	Shooting Scene

	Scene Selection	Select pre-set settings to match various scene conditions.

	Picture Effect	Shoot a still image with an original texture according to
	Picture Effect	the desired effect.
		the desired effect.

	Easy Mode	Shoot still images using minimal functions.

Color hue	When [Toy camera] is selected in Picture Effect, sets the
Color hue	color hue.
	color hue.

Extracted Color	When [Partial Color] is selected in Picture Effect, selects
Extracted Color	the color to extract.
	the color to extract.

Soft Skin Effect	Set the Soft Skin Effect and the effect level.

Still Image Size/	Select the image size for still images, panoramic images
Panorama Image	or movie files.	GB
Panorama Image	or movie files.
Size/Movie Size

Exposure	Adjust the exposure manually.
Compensation

ISO	Adjust the luminous sensitivity.

White Balance	Adjust color tones of an image.

Focus	Select the focus method.

Metering Mode	Select the metering mode that sets which part of the
Metering Mode	subject to measure to determine the exposure.
	subject to measure to determine the exposure.

Cont. Shooting	Select single-image mode or burst mode.
Settings

Scene Recognition	Set to automatically detect shooting conditions.

Smile Detection	Set the Smile Shutter function sensitivity for detecting
Sensitivity	smiles.

Face Detection	Select to detect faces and adjust various settings
Face Detection	automatically.
	automatically.

DRO	Set DRO function to correct the brightness and contrast
DRO	and improve the image quality.
	and improve the image quality.

Anti Blink	Set to automatically shoot two images and select image
Anti Blink	in which the eyes are not blinking.
	in which the eyes are not blinking.

	Set the strength of SteadyShot in movie mode. If you
Movie SteadyShot	change the setting for [Movie SteadyShot], the angle of
	view will change.

In-Camera Guide	Search the camera’s functions according to your needs.

Viewing

Easy Mode	Increase the text size on the screen for ease of use.

Beauty Effect	Retouch a face on a still image.

Retouch	Retouch an image using various effects.

Delete	Delete an image.

Slideshow	Select a method of continuous playback.

View Mode	Select the display format for images.

Protect	Protect the images.

Print (DPOF)	Add a print order mark to a still image.

Rotate	Rotate a still image.

In-Camera Guide	Search the camera’s functions according to your needs.

x Setting items

If you press the MENU button while shooting or during playback, (Settings) is provided as a final selection. You can change the default

settings on the (Settings) screen.

	AF Illuminator/Grid Line/Disp. Resolution/Digital
Shooting Settings	Zoom/Red Eye Reduction/Blink Alert/Write Date

	Beep/Panel Brightness/Language Setting/Display color/
	Demo Mode/Initialize/Function Guide/Video Out/USB
Main Settings	Connect Setting/USB Power Supply/LUN Setting/
	Download Music/Empty Music/Eye-Fi*1/Power Save
	Format/Create REC.Folder/Change REC.Folder/Delete
Memory Card	REC.Folder/Copy/File Number
Tool*2
	Area Setting/Date & Time Setting
Clock Settings

*1 [Eye-Fi] is displayed only when a compatible memory card is inserted to the camera.

*2 If a memory card is not inserted, (Internal Memory Tool) will be displayed and only [Format] can be selected.

Features of “PlayMemories Home”

The software “PlayMemories Home” allows you to import still images and movies to your computer and use them.

Viewing images

Sharing images on

Importing

“PlayMemories Online”

on Calendar

images from

your camera

Uploading images to network services

z Downloading “PlayMemories Home” (for Windows only)

You can download “PlayMemories Home” from the following URL:

www.sony.net/pm

Notes

•An Internet connection is required to install “PlayMemories Home”.

•An Internet connection is required to use “PlayMemories Online” or other network services. “PlayMemories Online” or other network services may not be available in some countries or regions.

•“PlayMemories Home” is not compatible with Macs. Use the applications that are installed on your Mac. For details, visit the following URL: http://www.sony.co.jp/imsoft/Mac/

xInstalling “PlayMemories Home” on a computer

1Using the Internet browser on your computer, go to the following URL, then click [Install] t [Run].

www.sony.net/pm

2 Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation.

•When the message to connect the camera to a computer is displayed, connect the camera and computer using the dedicated USB cable (supplied).

To the USB / A/V OUT terminal

To a USB jack

x Viewing “PlayMemories Home Help Guide”

For details on how to use “PlayMemories Home”, refer to the “PlayMemories Home Help Guide”.

1 Double-click the [PlayMemories Home Help Guide] icon on the desktop.

•To access the “PlayMemories Home Help Guide” from the start menu: Click [Start] t [All Programs] t [PlayMemories Home] t [PlayMemories Home Help Guide].

•For details on “PlayMemories Home”, you can also see the “Cyber-shot User Guide” (page 2) or the following PlayMemories Home support page (English only):

http://www.sony.co.jp/pmh-se/

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