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. DSC-H3
Serial No. ___________________________
WARNING
IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
For your protection, please read these safety
instructions completely before operating
the appliance, and keep this manual for
future reference.
Carefully observe all warnings, precautions
and instructions on the appliance, or the one
described in the operating instructions and
adhere to them.
To reduce fire or shock hazard, do
not expose the unit to rain or
moisture.
For Customers in the U.S.A.
This symbol is intended to
alert the user to the presence
of uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that
may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock to
persons.
This symbol is intended to
alert the user to the presence
of important operating and
maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the
appliance.
Use
[ Power Sources
This set should be operated only from the type of
power source indicated on the marking label. If
you are not sure of the type of electrical power
supplied to your home, consult your dealer or
local power company. For those sets designed to
operate from battery power, or other sources, refer
to the operating instructions.
[ Polarization
This set may be equipped with a polarized ac
power cord plug (a plug having one blade wider
than the other).
This plug will fit into the power outlet only one
way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to
insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing
the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact
your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
plug by forcing it in.
[ Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or
convenience receptacles beyond their capacity,
since this can result in fire or electric shock.
[ Object and Liquid Entry
Never push objects of any kind into the set
through openings as they may touch dangerous
voltage points or short out parts that could result
in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any
kind on the set.
[ Attachments
Do not use attachments not recommended by the
manufacturer, as they may cause hazards.
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[ Cleaning
Unplug the set from the wall outlet before
cleaning or polishing it. Do not use liquid cleaners
or aerosol cleaners. Use a cloth lightly dampened
with water for cleaning the exterior of the set.
Installation
[ Water and Moisture
Do not use power-line operated sets near water –
for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen
sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a
swimming pool, etc.
[ Power-Cord Protection
Route the power cord so that it is not likely to be
walked on or pinched by items placed upon or
against them, paying particular attention to the
plugs, receptacles, and the point where the cord
exits from the appliance.
[ Accessories
Do not place the set on an unstable cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table. The set may fall, causing
serious injury to a child or an adult, and serious
damage to the set. Use only a cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table recommended by the
manufacturer.
[ Ventilation
The slots and openings in the cabinet are provided
for necessary ventilation. To ensure reliable
operation of the set, and to protect it from
overheating, these slots and openings must never
be blocked or covered.
– Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth
or other materials.
– Never block the slots and openings by placing
the set on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar
surface.
– Never place the set in a confined space, such as
a bookcase, or built-in cabinet, unless proper
ventilation is provided.
– Do not place the set near or over a radiator or
heat register, or where it is exposed to direct
sunlight.
[ Lightning
For added protection for this set during a lightning
storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for
long periods of time, unplug it from the wall
outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system.
This will prevent damage to the set due to
lightning and power-line surges.
Service
[ Damage Requiring Service
Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
– When the power cord or plug is damaged or
frayed.
– If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
into the set.
– If the set has been exposed to rain or water.
– If the set has been subject to excessive shock by
being dropped, or the cabinet has been
damaged.
– If the set does not operate normally when
following the operating instructions. Adjust
only those controls that are specified in the
operating instructions. Improper adjustment of
other controls may result in damage and will
often require extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the set to normal operation.
– When the set exhibits a distinct change in
performance – this indicates a need for service.
[ Servicing
Do not attempt to service the set yourself as
opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
[ Replacement parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the
service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer that have the same
characteristics as the original parts.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock, or other hazards.
[ Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to the
set, ask the service technician to perform routine
safety checks (as specified by the manufacturer)
to determine that the set is in safe operating
condition.
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Read this first
CAUTION
Replace the battery with the specified type only.
Otherwise, fire or injury may result.
Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat such
as sunshine, fire or the like.
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 charger
This power unit is intended to be correctly
orientated in a vertical or floor mount position.
For Customers in the U.S.A.
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-H3
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo,
San Diego, CA 92127U.S.A.
Telephone No.: 858-942-2230
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.
[ CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.
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[ 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 t he
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
This product has been tested and found compliant
with the limits set out in the EMC Directive 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)
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For the State of California, USA
only
Perchlorate Material - special handling may
apply, See
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.
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[ Notice for the customers in the
countries applying EU Directives
The manufacturer of this product is Sony
Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 1080075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for
EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland
GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart,
Germany. For any service or guarantee matters
please refer to the addresses given in separate
service or guarantee documents.
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.
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Table of contents
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS .................................................................... 2
Read this first ............................................................................................ 4
Notes on using the camera ...................................................................... 8
Getting started ................................................................................. 9
Checking the accessories supplied ......................................................... 9
1 Preparing the battery pack .................................................................. 10
Do not turn off the camera, remove the battery
pack, or remove the “Memory Stick Duo” while
the access lamp is lit. Otherwise, the internal
memory data or “Memory Stick Duo” may be
damaged. Be sure to make a backup copy to
protect your data.
[ Notes on recording/playback
• Before you start recording, make a trial
recording to make sure that the camera is
working correctly.
• The camera is neither dust-proof, nor splashproof, nor water-proof. Read “Precautions”
(page 32) before operating the camera.
• Avoid exposing the camera to water. If water
enters inside the camera, a malfunction 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 the
camera.
• Do not use the camera near a location that
generates strong radio waves or emits radiation.
Otherwise, the camera may not properly record
or play back images.
• Using the camera in sandy or dusty locations
may cause malfunctions.
• If moisture condensation occurs, remove it
before using the camera (page 32).
• Do not shake or strike the camera. It may cause
a malfunction and you may not be able to record
images. Furthermore, the recording media may
become unusable or image data may be
damaged.
• Clean the flash surface before use. The heat of
flash emission may cause dirt on the flash
surface to become discolored or to stick to the
flash surface, resulting in insufficient light
emission.
[ Notes on the LCD screen and
lens
• The LCD screen is manufactured using
extremely high-precision technology so over
99.99% of the pixels are operational for
effective use. However, some tiny black and/or
bright dots (white, red, blue or green) may
appear on the LCD screen. These dots are a
normal result of the manufacturing process, and
do not affect the recording.
• When the battery level becomes low, the lens
might stop moving. Insert a charged battery
pack and turn on the camera again.
[ On image data compatibility
• The camera conforms with DCF (Design rule
for Camera File system) universal standard
established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and
Information Technology Industries
Association).
• Sony does not guarantee that the camera will
play back images recorded or edited with other
equipment, or that other equipment will play
back images recorded with the camera.
[ Warning on copyright
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.
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Getting started
Checking the accessories supplied
• Battery charger BC-CSG/BC-CSGB/
BC-CSGC (1)
• Power cord (mains lead) (1)
(not supplied in the USA and Canada)
• Rechargeable battery pack NP-BG1 (1)/
Battery case (1)
Attach the strap to prevent the camera from damage by being dropped.
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1 Preparing the battery pack
For customers in the USA and
Canada
Plug
ɟ
CHARGE lamp
For customers in countries/regions other than the
USA and Canada
ɟ
CHARGE lamp
Power cord (mains lead)
1Insert the battery pack into the battery charger.
2Connect the battery charger to the wall outlet (wall socket).
The CHARGE lamp lights up, and charging starts.
When the CHARGE lamp turns off, charging is finished (Practical charge).
If you continue charging the battery pack for about one more hour (until it is fully charged), the charge
will last slightly longer.
[ Charging time
Full charge timePractical charge time
Approx. 330 min.Approx. 270 min.
• The table above shows the time required to charge a fully depleted battery pack at a temperature of 25 °C
(77 °F). Charging may take longer depending on conditions of use and circumstances.
• See page 27 for the number of images that can be recorded.
• Connect the battery charger to the nearest wall outlet (wall socket).
• Even if the CHARGE lamp is not lit, the battery charger is not disconnected from the AC power source
(mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket). If some trouble occurs while using the
battery charger, immediately shut off the power by disconnecting the plug from the wall outlet (wall
socket).
• When charging is finished, disconnect the power cord (mains lead) from the wall outlet (wall socket), and
remove the battery pack from the battery charger.
• Designed for use with compatible Sony batteries.
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2 Inserting the battery pack/a “Memory Stick Duo” (not
supplied)
Battery/“Memory Stick
Duo” cover
ɟ
With the terminal side
facing the LCD screen,
insert the “Memory Stick
Duo” until it clicks into
place.
ɠ
Insert the battery
pack while pressing
the battery eject
lever with the tip of
the battery pack.
1Open the battery/“Memory Stick Duo” cover.
2Insert the “Memory Stick Duo” (not supplied).
3Insert the battery pack.
4Close the battery/“Memory Stick Duo” cover.
[ When there is no “Memory Stick Duo” inserted
The camera records/plays back images using the internal memory (approx. 31 MB).
[ To check the remaining battery charge
Press POWER to turn on and check the remaining battery charge on the LCD screen.
Remaining
charge
indicator
StatusSufficient
power
remaining
• It takes about one minute until the correct remaining charge indicator appears.
• The remaining charge indicator may not be correct depending on conditions of use and circumstances.
• The Clock Set screen appears when you turn on the camera for the first time (page 13).
Battery
almost fully
charged
Battery half
full
Battery low,
recording/
playback
will stop
soon.
Change the battery
with fully charged
one, or charge the
battery. (The warning
indicator flashes.)
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[ To remove the battery pack/“Memory Stick Duo”
Open the battery/“Memory Stick Duo” cover.
Battery pack“Memory Stick Duo”
Make sure that the access
lamp is not lit, then push the
“Memory Stick Duo” in once.
• Never remove the battery pack/“Memory Stick Duo” when the access lamp is lit. This may cause damage
to data in the “Memory Stick Duo”/internal memory.
Slide the battery eject lever.
Be sure not to drop the
battery pack.
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3 Turning the camera on/setting the clock
POWER button
HOME
button
z button
ɟ
Control button
Clock Settings
Y/M/D
M/D/Y
D/M/Y
AM
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1
2
OK
3
1Press POWER.
2Set the clock with the control button.
1 Select the date display format with v/V, then press z.
2 Select each item with b/B and set the numeric value with v/V, then press z.
3 Select [OK], then press z.
[ To change the date and time
Press HOME, and select [ Clock Settings] in (Settings) (pages 19, 20).
[ Notes on when the power is turned on
• Once the battery is inserted in the camera, it may take time before operation becomes possible.
• If the camera is running on battery power and you do not operate the camera for about three minutes, the
camera turns off automatically to prevent wearing down the battery pack (Auto power-off function).
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Shooting images easily
Flash
Microphone
Shutter button
ɠ
Mode dial
W/T (Zoom) button
MENU button
Control button
HOME button
Tripod receptacle (bottom)
1Select the desired function from the mode dial.
When shooting still images (Auto Adjustment mode):
When shooting movies: Select .
Select .
2Hold the camera, with your elbows pressed against your body to steady it.
Position the subject
in the center of the
focus frame.
3Shoot with the shutter button.
When shooting still images:
1 Press and hold the shutter button
halfway down to focus.
The z (AE/AF lock) indicator (green)
flashes, a beep sounds, the indicator stops
flashing and remains lit.
2 Press the shutter button fully down.
AE/AF lock indicator
When shooting movies:
Press the shutter button fully down.
To stop recording, press the shutter button fully down again.
Allows easy shooting with the settings
adjusted automatically.
Program Auto
Allows you to shoot with the exposure
adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed
and the aperture value). You can adjust other
settings using the menu.
M
Manual Exposure shooting
Allows you to shoot after adjusting the
exposure manually.
Movie mode
Allows you to record movies with audio.
High Sensitivity
Shoots images without a flash even in low
lighting.
Soft Snap
Shoots images with a softer atmosphere for
portraits of people, flowers, etc.
Advanced Sports Shooting
Shoots images by predicting the movement of
the subject and setting focus.
Twilight Portrait
Shoots sharp images of people in a dark place
without losing the nighttime atmosphere.
Landscape
Shoots with the focus on a distant subject.
SCN* Scene Selection
Selects a setting from the Scene Selection
menu.
* Scene Selection in SCN mode
Press MENU and select a setting.
Twilight
Shoots night scenes without losing the
nighttime atmosphere.
Beach
Shoots seaside or lakeside scenes with the
blueness of the water captured more vividly.
Snow
Shoots snow scenes in white more clearly.
Fireworks
Shoots fireworks in all their splendor.
[ W/T Using the zoom
Press T to zoom, press W to undo zoom.
Pressing the button slightly zooms slowly
and pressing the button fully down zooms
fast.
[ Flash (Selecting a flash mode
for still images)
Press B ( ) on the control button repeatedly
until the desired mode is selected.
: Flash Auto
Flashes when there is insufficient light or
backlight (default setting)
: Flash forced on
: Slow synchro (Flash forced on)
The shutter speed is slow in a dark place to
clearly shoot the background that is out of
flash light.
: Flash forced off
• The flash automatically pops up and strobes
when using the flash. Close the flash by
hand after use.
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[Macro (Shooting close-up)
Press b ( ) on the control button
repeatedly until the desired mode is
selected.
: Macro off
: Macro on (W side: Approx. 2 cm or farther
(13/16 inches or farther), T side: Approx. 90 cm or
farther (2 feet 11 1/2 inches or farther))
[Using the self-timer
Press V ( ) on the control button
repeatedly until the desired mode is
selected.
: Not using the self-timer
: Setting the 10-second delay self-timer
: Setting the 2-second delay self-timer
When you press the shutter button, the selftimer lamp flashes and a beep sounds until
the shutter operates.
[ Attaching the lens hood
1 Attach the adaptor ring while the power
is off.
Adaptor ring
2 Position the lens hood as shown below
and turn the lens hood clockwise until it
clicks.
Self-timer
lamp
[ DISP Changing the screen
display
Press v (DISP) on the control button.
Each time you press v (DISP), the display
and brightness changes as follows:
Indicators on
r
Indicators on*
r
Histogram on*
r
Indicators off*
* The brightness of the LCD Backlight up.
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Lens hood
Storing the lens hood
Position the lens hood as shown below and
turn the lens hood clockwise until it clicks.
Viewing/deleting images
(playback zoom)/ (Index) button
(playback zoom)
(Playback)
button
MENU button
HOME button
Speaker (bottom)
1Press (Playback).
If you press when the camera is powered off, the camera is turned on automatically and set to
playback mode. To switch to the shooting mode, press again.
2Select an image with b/B on the control button.
Movie:
Press z to play back a movie. (Press z again to stop playback.)
Press B to fast forward, b to rewind. (Press z to return to normal playback.)
Press V to display the volume control screen, then press b/B to adjust the volume.
[ To delete images
1 Display the image you want to delete, then press MENU.
2 Select [Delete] with v and select [This Image] with b/B, then press z.
3 Select [OK] with v, then press z.
button
ɟ
Control button
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[ To view an enlarged image (playback zoom)
Press while displaying a still image. To undo the zoom, press .
Adjust the position with v/V/b/B.
To cancel the playback zoom, press z.
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[To view an index screen
Press (Index) to display the index screen while a still image is displayed.
Then, select an image with v/V/b/B.
To return to the single image screen, press z.
• You can also access the index screen by selecting [ Index Display] in (View Images) on the
HOME screen.
• Each time you press (Index), the number of images on the index screen increases.
[ To delete images in index mode
1 Press MENU while the index screen is displayed.
2 Select [Delete] with v and select [Multiple Images] with b/B, then press z.
3 Select the image you want to delete with v/V/b/B, then press z.
The mark is checked in the checkbox of the image.
To cancel a selection, select an image you have selected for deletion, then press z again.
4 Press MENU and select [OK] with v, then press z.
•To delete all the images in a folder, select [All In This Folder], then press z in step 2.
[ To play back a series of images (Slide Show)
1 Select [ Slide Show] in (View Images) on the HOME screen.
2 Select [Start] with v, then press z.
[ To view images on TV
Connect the camera to the TV with the cable for multi-use terminal (supplied).
To the multi connector
To audio/video input
jacks
Cable for multi-use terminal (supplied)
To view on HD (High Definition) TV, an HD Output Adaptor Cable (not supplied) is needed.
• If you set the image size to [16:9], you can record images in the size that fills the entire screen of the HD
TV.
• You cannot view movies output in [HD (1080i)] signal format.
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Learning the various functions – HOME/Menu
Using the HOME screen
The HOME screen is the gateway screen for all the functions of the camera, and can be called
up regardless of the mode setting (shooting/viewing).
HOME button
z button
ɟ
Control button
1Press HOME to display the HOME screen.
Category
Item
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Guide
2 Select a category with b/B on the control button.
3 Select an item with v/V, then press z.
[ When you select the (Manage Memory) or (Settings) category
1 Select the desired item with v/V.
• This is functional only when you select (Settings).
2 Press B and select the desired setting with v/V, then press z.
3 Select a setting with v/V, then press z.
• The camera is set to the shooting or viewing mode by pressing HOME again.
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For details on the operation 1 page 19
HOME items
Pressing HOME displays the following items. Details on the items are displayed on the screen
by the guide.
CategoriesItems
Shooting
View Images
Printing, Other
Manage Memory
Settings
Shooting
Single Image
Index Display
Slide Show
Print
Music Tool
Download MusicFormat Music
Memory Tool
Memory Stick Tool
FormatCreate REC. Folder
Change REC. FolderCopy
Internal Memory Tool
Format
Main Settings
Main Settings 1
BeepFunction Guide
Initialize
Main Settings 2
USB ConnectCOMPONENT
Video Out
Shooting Settings
Shooting Settings 1
AF IlluminatorGrid Line
AF ModeDigital Zoom
Conversion Lens
Shooting Settings 2
Auto Review
Clock Settings
Language Setting
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Using menu items
MENU button
ɟ
Control button
z button
1
Press MENU to display the menu.
Function Guide
• The menu will be displayed only during shooting and playback mode.
• Different items will become visible depending on the selected mode.
2Select a desired menu item with v/V on the control button.
• If the desired item is hidden, keep pressing v/V until the item appears on the screen.
3Select a setting with b/B.
• If the desired item is hidden, keep pressing b/B until the item appears on the screen.
• Select an item in playback mode, and press z.
4Press MENU to turn off the menu.
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