Sony DKC-FP3 User Manual

DKC-FP3

3-867-759-11 (2)

Digital Still Camera

Operating Instructions

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.

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 upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DKC-FP3 Serial No.

DKC-FP3

 1999 Sony Corporation

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

For the customers in the U.S.A.

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. You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could

void your authority to operate this equipment. The shielded interface cable recommended in this manual must be used with this equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

For the Customers in the U.S.A. and CANADA DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM ION BATTERY.

LITHIUM ION BATTERY. DISPOSE OF PROPERLY.

You can return your unwanted lithium ion batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center. Note: In some areas the disposal of lithium ion batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited. For the Sony Service Center nearest you call 1-800-222-SONY (United States only). For the SONY Factory Service Center nearest you call 416-499-SONY (Canada only). Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries.

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DKC-FP3 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 1 Sony Drive, Park Ridge, NJ. 07656 USA Telephone No.: 201-930-6970

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.

Contents

Battery Safety Precautions ...... 5

Operation Precautions.............. 6

To Maintain the Efficiency of the

Camera ....................................... 7

Please Read This ....................... 8

Checking the Supplied

Accessories ............................. 10

Features ................................... 12

Locations and Functions of Parts

Front ............................................................... 14

Rear ................................................................ 15

Top.................................................................. 18

Bottom ............................................................ 20

LCD Panel ...................................................... 21

LCD Monitor .................................................. 22

Viewfinder ...................................................... 23

Preparations

Charging the Battery Pack.............................. 24

Installation of the Battery Pack ...................... 25

Setting the Time and Date .............................. 27

Preparing the Card .......................................... 29

Initializing a Card ........................................... 31

Attaching the Viewfinder Cap ........................ 32

Taking a Picture

Taking Pictures ............................................... 33

Locking the Focus .......................................... 36

Setting the Focus Manually ............................ 37

Viewing

Checking the Picture Content ......................... 39

Viewing Pictures on a Television ................... 44

Using a PC Card Reader................................. 44

Using the PC Card/Parallel Port Adaptor ....... 45

Advanced Operations

Settings

Choosing the Exposure Mode ........................ 51

Choosing Picture Size .................................... 53

Choosing the Picture Quality Mode ............... 54

Choosing the Picture Taking Brightness

(EV compensation) ......................................... 56

Adjusting for Natural Color Tone

(White Balance Adjustment) .......................... 57

Changing the ISO Sensitivity ......................... 59

Choosing a Light Metering Method ............... 60

Resetting the Content of the Setting ............... 62

Saving the Content of Settings ....................... 63

Reading the Saved Settings ............................ 64

Making a Folder to Save Pictures................... 65

Attaching Keywords (ID Numbers)

to Pictures ....................................................... 66

Choosing a Method to Attach a File Name

to a Picture ...................................................... 71

Miscellaneous Settings ................................... 73

Taking a Picture

Shooting with the Flash .................................. 78

Adjusting White Balance when

Taking Pictures with the Flash ....................... 80

Continuous Shooting ...................................... 82

Taking a Picture at Regular Intervals

(Interval Shooting).......................................... 84

Taking a Picture with the Self-Timer ............. 85

Checking Pictures Directly After Shooting

(Review Funcion and Histogram)...................86

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Playback

Rotating the Picture ........................................ 87

Viewing an Enlarged Picture .......................... 88

Checking the Histogram of a Picture ............. 90

Erasing

Erasing All Pictures ........................................ 91

Erasing Selected Pictures ............................... 92

Erasing Pictures during Playback ................... 94

Making it Impossible to Erase Important

Pictures (Protect) ............................................ 96

Miscellaneous

Setting the LCD Monitor Display .................. 98

Adjusting Picture Display

on the LCD Monitor ..................................... 100

Operation by Remote Control ...................... 102

Using a Wall Socket...................................... 104

Connecting to the PC.................................... 105

Menu Summary ..................... 107

Maintenance .......................... 112

Troubleshooting .................... 113

Warning Indicators................ 116

Error Messages ..................... 119

Specifications........................ 121

Index....................................... 124

Battery Safety Precautions

Follow the safety advice below to avoid leakage, internal heating, fires, explosions or accidental ingestion of batteries.

DANGER (This applies only to battery packs)

• Only charge the battery with the supplied charger.

• Do not put the battery into fire. Do not short it out or dissassemble it. Do not heat in a microwave or conventional oven. If you carry or store the battery with metal objects such as coins or hairpins, shorts may occur.

• Do not recharge or leave the battery pack near fire or under the hot sun.

• If you accidentally get liquid that has leaked from the battery in your eyes, flush with clean water and consult a doctor immediately.

WARNINGS

• Keep the lithium button battery out of the reach of children. In the case of accidental ingestion, consult a doctor immediately.

• Do not put the battery into fire. Do not short it out, disassemble or heat it.

• Use only the specified type of battery.

NOTES

• Be sure the + or - signs are aligned correctly when inserting the battery.

• Remove the battery when it is empty or if the camera is not used for a long time.

If battery leakage occurs, wipe the battery case dry and insert a new battery. If liquid from battery leakage happens to get on your clothes or body, wash well with water.

Introduction

Operation Precautions

Places you should not leave your camera

Introduction

Do not operate or store your camera in places such as those listed below. Doing so may lead to the breakdown of your camera.

• Unusually hot places

If left in very hot places such as under the sun or in a car with the windows closed in summer, warping to the body or breakdown may occur.

• In direct sunlight or near heating equipment

Warping or breakdown may occur.

• Places subject to strong vibrations

• Places subject to strong magnetism

• Sandy or dusty places

When using the camera at the seaside, beaches, or otherwise sandy places, take care to keep the camera free of sand particles. Breakdown which might not be able to be repaired may occur .

• Don’t keep the lens or viewfinder pointed toward the sun.

Direct sunlight can harm the internal components of the digital still camera. Take care when leaving the camera outside or in a window.

Maintenance

If dirty, wipe clean with a soft cloth.

Care of the camera body

• If the camera is very dirty, wipe with a soft coth moistened with a thin solution of neutral detergent. Wipe dry with a cloth.

• Do not use alcohol, thinner or benzine on the unit. Such solvents may remove paint from the cabinet.

• When using a chemically treated cloth, follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

• If volatile liquids such as insecticide are left for a long time on the rubber or plastic parts, they may remove paint from the cabinet.

Lens care

Remove dust from the surface of the lens with a blower or soft brush. If the lens is very dirty, wipe with a lens cleaning tissue.

Operation

• Don’t use in places with strong electromagnetic or radial waves.

You won’t be able to correctly record or play back.

• Don’t use near TV, AM radio or FM tuners.

TV, AM radio or FM tuners will interfere with digital recording.

• Don’t connect the AC power adaptor or battery charger to such devices as electric transformers.

Internal heating or breakdown may occur.

To Maintain the Efficiency of the Camera

Operating and Storage Places

To avoid possible breakdown, do not use or store the camera in the following places:

• Extremely hot or cold places (The operating temperature is 0°C to +40°C (32°F to 104°F))

• In direct sunlight for long periods or near heating equipment

• Humid or dusty places

• Where it is exposed to rain

• Places subject to strong vibrations

• Near sources of strong magnetism

• Near sources of powerful electromagnetic radiation, such as TV or radio transmitters

Heat Emission

Do not wrap the camera in cloth or other materials when operating the camera. Doing so will raise the internal temperature and may cause breakdown.

Transportation

When transporting the camera, pack it in the original carton and packing materials, or similar packaging, to protect it from strong shocks during transportation.

Care

• Use a blower brush to remove dirt or dust from the surface of the lens or viewfinder.

• Lightly wipe the outside surface of the camera with a dry, soft cloth to remove dirt. If the body is very dirty, wipe it with a cloth moistened with a small amount of neutral detergent. Wipe dry with a cloth.

• Volatile liquids such as alcohol, benzine, thinner, or insecticide will damage the surface finish.

Introduction

Please Read This

Test Shooting

Introduction

No Compensation for Picture Content

About the Power Adaptor and Battery Pack

Connecting to the PC

Before shooting, take a few test shots to make sure pictures are being taken normally.

If a picture is not recorded due to a problem with the digital still camera, the recording content cannot be compensated.

Pictures that you take with your digital still camera other than for personal enjoyment cannot be used without permission from the copyright owner in accordance with copyright laws. Be aware that even taking pictures of events like concerts, performances or exhibits for your personal enjoyment may be subject to the same copyright laws.

With this unit, use the AC adaptor/charger AC-VQ800 (supplied), or the “InfoLITHIUM” battery NP-F550 (not supplied). Other adaptors and batteries cannot be used. Be sure to charge the battery before using it for the first time.

This unit is equipped with a PC interface (IEEE1394) terminal that supports the DCCS (Digital Camera Command Set). You can use this terminal to connect the camera to your PC. When connected to a PC, this unit cannot be used while other 1394 devices are connected. If this unit and any other IEEE1394 device are connected to a PC at the same time, the unit may not operate normally.

“Memory Stick” and PC Card

To use a Sony “Memory Stick” MSA-8A (8 MB) with the digital still cameras, insert it into the Memory Stick/PC Card Adaptor MSAC-PC2.

The following PC cards may be used with the digital still camera:

• PC cards that conform to PC card standard 6.1

• Flash memory card ATA Type II

• PC cards with power specifications of 5V or 3.3 V/5 V.

3-volt products cannot be used. Using incompatible cards in the camera may result in breakdown.

Camera Playback Data

• Picture data recorded by the camera may be played back on the camera

• Picture data that has been edited on a personal computer or processed may not be played back by the camera even if it is recorded by the camera.

Data Recorded on the PC Card

Picture data is recorded in the following formats:

IMJP XXXX (folder name)/MVC XXXXX.jpg (file name) (When the mode menu quality settings are High, Middle, and Low.)

IMTIXXXX (folder name)/MVCXXXXX.tif (file name) (When the mode menu quality setting is Super.)

* Picture is only indicated as XXXX/XXXXX on the LCD monitor.

Introduction

Checking the Supplied Accessories

Before using the camera, make sure you have the following supplied accessories.

Introduction

Lens cap (1, fitted on the camera)

Video cable (1)

AC adaptor/charger AC-VQ800

(with AC and DC power cables, 1)

Viewfinder cap (1, fitted on the camera)

Wireless remote control (1)

Remote control cable (5 meters, 1)

PC interface cable (1)

User’s manual (This book, 1)

TWAIN driver software on CD-ROM (1)

“Memory Stick” (1)

Introduction

Memory Stick/PC Card Adaptor (1)

Features

1/2 Inch 1,500,000 Pixel CCD

Introduction

5× Wide Zoom Lens

Two Finders: Viewfinder and Large LCD

Precision Speed Auto Focus

The digital still camera comes equipped with an all-pixel reading 1/2 inch CCD with 1,500,000 effective picture dots. The unit also uses a primary color filter and 1344 × 1024 pixel high-resolution to reproduce the natural colors and resolution of photographs.

To make the most of the high-resolution CCD, the camera is equipped with a 5¥ wide zoom lens for focal distances of 28 mm to 140 mm (equivalent to 35 mm film cameras). Use together with 2× digital zoom to reach the maximum of 10¥ zoom. * The resolution changes to 640 × 480 pixels when using digital zoom.

The camera comes equipped with a viewfinder and a 2.5 inch low-temperature, polysilicon TFT color LCD with CRT contrast, resolution, and response speed.

With the auto focus function, you can automatically focus on subjects. By pressing the shutter button halfway, you can lock the focus at a fixed position and change the composition before taking the picture.

Four Exposure Modes for Various Picture Taking Conditions

Light meter readings are first output from the CCD and then, depending on the picture taking conditions, one of four modes is chosen: Easy Program Exposure Mode for general picture-taking, Shutter Speed Priority Mode, Aperture Priority Mode and Manual Mode.

Two Frames/Second High Speed Picture Taking with Buffer Memory Loading

Equipped with a continuous picture taking mode, the camera can take 2 frames per second of high-speed picture taking in 640 × 480 size, low mode.

Taking Pictures for a Longer Period with the “InfoLITHIUM” Battery and Power Saving Option

Using the “InfoLITHIUM” battery, it is possible to take pictures continuously for about two hours (with the LCD monitor off). Also, if the power is on and the camera is not operated for approximately 1 minute, power to the camera shuts off. If the camera is not operated for about 5 minutes, the whole unit shuts off (Auto Power Off function).

Loading to a Video Output Terminal

If the unit is connected to a television by the supplied video cable, pictures taken by the digital still camera can easily be played back on the television. This can be a particularly powerful display tool for presentations for meetings and such.

Using the PC Card and “Memory Stick”

The digital still camera uses the highly reliable PC card (PCMCIA ATA TYPE II) and long-lasting “Memory Stick” (for use when inserted in the Memory Stick/PC Card Adaptor) as the image recording medium.

PC Interface (IEEE1394) Terminal

When the unit is connected to a PC using the supplied PC interface cable, images stored on the PC card can be digitally transferred to the PC, and the PC can be used to control the camera.

Introduction

Locations and Functions of Parts

Front

Locations and Functions of Parts

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1 Flash

The camera has a built-in Guide Number GN10 flash. To use the flash, press the flash pop-up key. The cover will open and the flash warms up. The flash is stored when you close the cover.

2 Flash Pop-up Key

Press the flash pop-up key to open the flash cover.

3 5× Zoom Lens

You can manually adjust the zoom lens (28 mm to 140 mm (5×) on a 35 mm film camera) by rotating the zoom ring. After adjusting the zoom, manually adjust the focus with the focus ring.

4 White Balance Button

When HOLD is set in the WB (white balance) mode, white balance can be adjusted by pressing this button.

5 Self-Timer Lamp

When taking a picture with the self-timer, this lamp flashes when the release button is pressed. As the shutter release time draws near, the intervals between flashes become gradually shorter. The shutter is released when the light becomes constant.

6 Remote Control Signal Receiver

Receives infrared signals transmitted by the wireless remote control.

Rear

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1 Viewfinder

Lets you frame the picture.

2 Eyesight Adjustment Le ver

Adjusts the level of the viewfinder to suit the eyesight of the picture taker.

3 Review Button

Lets you view and play back pictures during the time set in the REVIEW TIME of the custom menu when pressed directly after taking a picture.

4 AE-LOCK Button

The exposure value is locked each time you press the AE lock button. If the AE-LOCK button is pressed again or the release button is pressed, the lock function is cancelled the next time the camera is used.

Locations and Functions of Parts

5 Shift Dial

Sets the picture quality and size (when the camera is in CAM mode) and changes the pictures that are played back (when the camera is in PLAY mode).

6 Neck Strap Belt Holder

Where the neck strap belt is attached.

Caution

Don’t rotate the metal fittings on the holder.

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7 Access Lamp

Lights in red when a card is accessed by the camera during picture taking or playback.

Locations and Functions of Parts

Caution

When the access lamp is lit, do not eject the card or turn off the power source. The PC Card or “Memory Stick” may be damaged.

Note

The PC Card and the “Memory Stick” installed in the Memory Stick/PC Card Adaptor are both referred to here as CARD.

8 LCD Button

Switches the LCD monitor on and off.

9 INDEX/EZ.FOCUS button

In the PLAY mode, pressing this button switches playback of captured images to Index. In the CAM mode, it switches to an enlargement of the image displayed on the LCD monitor.

0 DISP (display) Button

Turns LCD monitor information display on or off.

qa LCD Monitor

Lets you read necessary picture taking information, frame shots, and view recorded pictures.

qs MENU Button

Brings up the menu on the LCD monitor to change the settings of the camera or cards.

qd EXECUTE Button

Lets you choose items when adjusting settings in the menu.

qf EXIT Button

Returns you to the previous item or screen when changing settings in the menu.

qg UPv/DOWNV Button

Selects menu items and changes values.

qh Power/Mode Dial

Selects camera conditions when turned while the mode lock (green) is held down.

• OFF

Turns the power off.

• CAM

Allows you to take pictures (CAM mode).

• PLAY

Allows you to play back the pictures you have taken (PLAY mode).

•PC

Allows you to connect to the PC (PC mode).

Note

LCD Monitor Display

When the power/mode dial is turned to CAM, the LCD monitor remains off. If necessary, press the LCD button to turn the LCD monitor on. When the power/mode dial is turned to PLAY, the LCD monitor automatically turns on.

qj Card Cover Lock

Slide this lock to enable card insertion or ejection.

qk Card Eject Button

Press this button to eject cards.

ql Card Cover

Open or close this cover to set the card in place or to eject it.

Locations and Functions of Parts

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1 Focus Ring

Rotate left or right to adjust the focus.

2 Zoom Ring

Rotate left or right to adjust the zoom ratio of the zoom lens.

3 Release Button

Operates the shutter when shooting.

4 [z] (Light Metering Select) Button

By turning the shift dial while pressing this button, you can choose from Spot (a Spot light metering) or Average ([ ]: average light metering) to measure the light needed for proper exposure.

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5 (EV) Button

By turning the shift dial while pressing this button, you can correct the exposure when taking pictures.

6 LCD Panel

Picture taking settings, such as shutter speed and aperture, are displayed on the LCD panel.

7 Accessory Shoe

Attach external flashes here.

8 Focus Mode Switch

Switches the focus mode between auto and manual.

9 Mode Dial

Pressing the shift button (top button) after it has been adjusted to the desired position sets the picture size and quality (in CAM mode) and changes the picture to be played back (in PLAY mode).

0 Shift Button

Pressing this button after moving the mode dial to the desired position sets the picture quality or picture size (in CAM mode) or changes the picture that is played back (in PLAY mode).

qa Connector Cover

When using the video output terminal, the i.LINK terminal, or the remote control terminal, open this cover to connect the video cable.

qs Connector Cover Lock

Slide this lock to open the connector cover.

qd Video Output Terminal

To view pictures on a television, connect the video cable (supplied) to this terminal.

qf PC interface Terminal (6-Pin, 400 Mbps)

When operating the camera from a PC, connect the PC interface cable (supplied) here to view pictures on the PC.

qg Remote Control Terminal

To use the remote control RM-S7D (supplied), connect it here using the remote control cable (supplied).

Locations and Functions of Parts

Bottom

Locations and Functions of Parts

1 Tripod Hoke

Attach a tripod here. Standards are as listed below. ISO Standard l = 4.5mm +/- 0.2mm ASA Standard l = 0.197 inch

2 Battery Cover

Open or close this cover to insert or take out the battery pack.

3 Battery Cover Lock

Slide this lock to insert or take out the battery pack.

LCD Panel

CAM Mode/PC Mode

Shutter speed

ISO Sensitivity

Picture taking mode

Picture number

Locations and Functions of Parts

Focus mode EV compensation

Aperture Battery indicator

Picture size Card indicator

Flash mode

Interval/self-timer/

single picture/continuous

picture taking indicator

In CAM mode/PC mode, when the release button is pressed while pressing the shift button, the shutter speed indicator changes to the remaining shot number indicator and the aperture indicator changes to remaining shooting time. Because remaining shooting time is displayed as only two digits, any time over 99 minutes is displayed as 99. The viewfinder display changes in the same way.

PLAY Mode

Picture number

Picture quality

WB (white balance) mode

Note

Battery indicator

Card indicator

LCD Monitor

Locations and Functions of Parts

CAM Mode/PC Mode

Flash indicator

Mode*

WB (white

balance) mode

Picture folder name/

Keyword

file name

*1 The illustration above shows the monitor in CAM mode. When the monitor is in PC mode, “PC”

appears here.

*2 The illustration above shows the monitor AE frame. You can also choose from Guide90 or Guide0

frame (page 75).

*3 Remaining shooting time is not displayed when using the AC power adaptor/charger AC-VQ800.

Ordinarily, remaining shooting time is displayed, then the battery indicator illuminates when the battery runs low.

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Picture size/quality

Frame (AE frame)* Battery indicator

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Aperture Shutter speed EV compensation

Protect/Picture number Picture size/Quality/ Rotation

Picture folder name/

Battery indicator (/Remaining shooting

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Keyword

file name

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EV compensation

* The EV compensation is displayed when EV Button is pressed.

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Locations and Functions of Parts

Light metering

White balance Flash indicator AF focusing indicator

Preparations

Charging the Battery Pack

Charge the battery pack NP-F550 (not supplied) using AC power adaptor/charger AC-VQ800 (supplied). Be sure to charge the battery pack before using it for the first time.

Preparations

Charge the battery pack when necessary, as indicated by the remaining shooting time on the LCD monitor or the battery indicator on the LCD panel.

Battery Pack Charging Time

When it is time to charge the battery, the battery indicator on the LCD panel flashes. For further reference see “Warning Indicators” (page 116).

Battery Pack Charging Time

Battery Charger Charging time for practical use* Time for full charge

AC-VQ800 Approx. 55 minutes Approx. 115 minutes

* The time needed for charging an empty NP-F550 battery pack.

Continuous Use with the Battery Pack

The usage time with a fully charged battery:

Battery Pack

NP-F550 Approx. 2.5 hours Approx. 1.5 hours Approx. 5 hours Approx. 2.5 hours

* Times shown are standard values for continuous general photography at 20˚C (68˚F) with the flash

off. The time is reduced by repeatedly turning the power on and off.

Shooting time* Playback time

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1 Slide the AC adaptor/charger’s mode switch to the

charge position.

2 Connect the AC power cable to the AC adaptor/

charger.

3 Plug the AC plug of the AC power cable into a

wall socket.

4 Set the battery pack into its receptacle on the AC

adaptor/charger as shown, making sure that the v mark is adjacent to the notch on the lift (the L

5(a)

series side).

5(b)

5 Pushing the battery pack down (a), slide it all the

way to the left (b). When charging starts, the battery marks in the

display window light in succession and the charge lamp lights. When the battery is charged, all of the battery marks light (practical use charge). Further, if you continue charging until the charge lamp goes out and the battery mark shows FULL, you can use the battery for a little longer than normal (full charge).

6 After charging has finished, slide the battery pack

fully to the right and remove it from the AC adaptor/charger.

This camera operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM” battery (L series).

The “InfoLITHIUM” battery is a new type of lithium ion battery which can exchange data with compatible video equipment about its battery consumption. The digital still camera supports the “InfoLITHIUM” battery (L series). The “InfoLITHIUM” battery is recognized by the

mark.

“InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

Installation of the Battery Pack

After charging the battery, install it in the camera.

Preparations

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1 Make sure the camera power/mode dial is set to

2(a)

2 Slide the battery cover lock in the direction of the

v mark (a), and open the battery cover (b).

Preparations

2(b)

3 Insert the battery v mark side first until it firmly

locks in place.

4 Close the battery cover.

Removing the Battery

1 Make sure the camera power/mode dial is set to

the OFF position.

2 Slide the battery cover lock in the direction of the

v mark and open the battery cover.

3 Rotate the battery cover lock to the outside and

remove the battery pack.

Setting the Time and Date

The shooting time and date are recorded automatically with information from the camera’s internal clock. Set the clock to ensure the correct time and date are recorded.

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1 While pressing the mode lock (green), turn the

power/mode dial to CAM mode.

2 Press the MENU button.

The LCD monitor turns on and the menu is displayed.

Preparations

3 Press the v(UP)/V(DOWN) buttons to select

“Date & Time”.

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4 Press the EXECUTE button.

The DATE & TIME menu is displayed.

5 Select “Set” using the v(UP)/V(DOWN) buttons

and then press the EXECUTE button. The year can now be set.

DATE & TIME

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1999

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6 Set the year using the v(UP)/V(DOWN) buttons

and then press the EXECUTE button. The month can now be set.

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7 Set the month, day, hour, minutes and seconds in

the same way as explained in step 5.

8 Select “Date Form” using the v(UP)/V(DOWN)

buttons and then press the EXECUTE button. You can now select the date display format.

9 Select the date display format using the v(UP)/

V(DOWN) buttons and then press the EXECUTE

button. You can choose from the following 3 date display

formats. [yyyy] indicates year, [mm] indicates month and [dd] indicates day.

yyyy-mm-dd (ex:1999-07-04) dd-mm-yyyy (ex:04-07-1999) mm-dd-yyyy (ex:07-04-1999)

10 Press the EXIT button.

The time and date are set and the menu returns on the LCD monitor.

11 Press the EXIT button.

The menu disappears from the monitor.

Keeping correct time

A separate lithium button battery is used by the camera to power the internal clock. When turning the power dial to CAM or PLAY from OFF, if the message “Date & Time not set” appears, it is time to charge the lithium button battery.

Inquire about charging the battery at the store where you bought the camera or at any Sony service center.

Preparing the Card

The picture is saved on the PC Card inserted in the camera (not supplied) or on the “Memory Stick”. Insert the “Memory Stick” in the Memory Stick/PC Card Adaptor and then insert the adaptor into the camera. In this guide the “Memory Stick”, when inserted in the Memory Stick/PC Card Adaptor, and the PC Card are referred to as Card.

Inserting the “Memory Stick” in the Memory Stick/PC Card Adaptor

Preparations

1 Making sure the side of the “Memory Stick” with

the v mark is facing up, insert it into the Memory Stick/PC Card Adaptor until it is locked firml y in place.

To Take out the “Memory Stick” from the Memory Stick/PC Card Adaptor

1 Push the EJECT button on the Memory Stick/PC

Card Adaptor.

2 Pull out the “Memory Stick”.

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Inserting the Card

Preparations

1 Slide the card cover bar lock downward (a) and

open the card cover (b).

1(b)

1(a)

2 Insert the card in the camera.

Caution

Make sure to insert the card in the proper direction. Forcing the card may result in damage to the camera and/or the card. If you insert a card that has never been initialized, FORMAT ERROR flashes on the LCD monitor. Initialize the card. (Page 31)

3 Close the card cover.

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