SONY DSC-S30, DSC-S50 SERVICE MANUAL L2

DSC-S30/S50
SERVICE MANUAL
Level 2
This service manual contains information for Japanese model as well.
On the SY-58 board
This service manual procides the information that is premised the circuit board replacement service and not intended repair inside the SY-58 board. Therefore, schematic diagram, printed wiring board and electrical parts list of the SY-58 board are not shown. The following pages are not shown.
Ver 1.1 2000. 09 With SUPPLEMENT-1(9-929-819-82)
Photo: DSC-S30
US Model
Canadian Model
AEP Model
UK Model
Hong K ong Model
Australian Model
Chinese Model
Korea Model
Tourist Model
Japanese Model
SY-58 board
Schematic diagram...................................Pages 4-15 to 4-30
Ptinted wiring board..................................Pages 4-11 to 4-14
Electrical parts list ...................................Pages 6-11 to 6-15
The above-described information is shown in service manual Level 3.
System
Image device
1/2.7 type color CCD
Lens
3× zoom lens f = 6.1 – 18.3 mm (39 – 117 mm when converted into a 35 mm still camera) F = 2.8 – 2.9
Exposure control
Automatic exposure
White balance
Automatic, Indoor, Outdoor, Hold
Data system
Still: JPEG, GIF (in TEXT mode), TIFF Movie (DSC-S50 only): MPEG1 Audio with still image (DSC-S50 only): MPEG1 (Monaural)
Recording medium
“Memory Stick”
Flash
Recommended recording distance: 11 7/8 inches to 8 1/4 feet (0.3 m to 2.5 m)
SPECIFICATIONS
Output connector
A/V OUT (Monaural) (DSC-S50 only)
Minijack Video: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, unbalanced, sync negative Audio: 327 mV (at a 47 kilohm load) Output impedance:
2.2 kilohms
VIDEO OUT (DSC-S30 only)
Minijack
Digital I/O (USB)
Special minijack
LCD screen
Used LCD panel
2 type TFT (Thin Film Transistor active matrix) drive
Total number of dots
123 200 (560×220) dots
General
Used battery pack
NP-FM50
Power requirements
8.4 V
Power consumption (during recording)
2.9 W
Operation temperature
32˚F to 104˚F (0˚C to 40˚C)
Storage temperature
–4˚F to +140˚F (–20˚C to +60˚C)
Maximum dimensions
4 1/2×2 3/4×2 3/4 inches (113×68 ×69 mm) (w/h/d)
Mass
Approx. 13 oz (370 g) (including battery pack NP­FM50, “Memory Stick”, wrist strap and lens cap etc.)
Built-in microphone (DSC-S50 only)
Electret condenser microphone
Built-in speaker (DSC-S50 only)
Dynamic speaker
AC-L10 AC power adaptor
Power requirements
100 to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA
Rated output voltage
DC 8.4 V, 1.5 A in operating mode
Operation temperature
32˚F to 104˚F (0˚C to 40˚C)
Storage temperature
–4˚F to +140˚F (–20˚C to +60˚C)
Maximum dimensions
5×1 9/16 ×2 1/2 inches (125×39 ×62 mm) (w/h/d)
Mass
Approx. 10 oz (280 g)
NP-FM50 battery pack
Used battery
Lithium ion battery
Maximum voltage
DC 8.4 V
Nominal voltage
DC 7.2 V
Capacity
8.5 Wh (1 180mAh) Design and specifications are
subject to change without notice.
Supplied accessories
134
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1 AC-L10 AC power adaptor 2 Power cord (1)
3 A/V connecting cable (DSC-S50) (1) 4 NP-FM50 Battery pack (1) 5 Wrist strap (1) 6 Lens cap strap (1) 7 Memory Stick (4MB) (1) 8 Lens cap (1) 9 Bundle soft (2000) (1)
(Compact Disk)
0 USB cable (1) qa 2-pin conversion adaptor (1)
E model
qs 2-pin conversion adaptor (1)
Tourist model
qd VIDEO connecting cable (DSC-S30) (1)
SAFETY-RELATED COMPONENT WARNING!!
COMPONENTS IDENTIFIED BY MARK 0 OR DOTTED LINE WITH MARK 0 ON THE SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS AND IN THE PARTS LIST ARE CRITICAL TO SAFE OPERATION. REPLACE THESE COMPONENTS WITH SONY PARTS WHOSE PART NUMBERS APPEAR AS SHOWN IN THIS MANUAL OR IN SUPPLEMENTS PUB­LISHED BY SONY.
SAFETY CHECK-OUT
After correcting the original service problem, perform the following safety checks before releasing the set to the customer.
1. Check the area of your repair for unsoldered or poorly-sol­dered connections. Check the entire board surface for solder splashes and bridges.
2. Check the interboard wiring to ensure that no wires are “pinched” or contact high-wattage resistors.
3. Look for unauthorized replacement parts, particularly transis­tors, that were installed during a previous repair. Point them out to the customer and recommend their replacement.
ATTENTION AU COMPOSANT AYANT RAPPORT
À LA SÉCURITÉ!
LES COMPOSANTS IDENTIFIÉS P AR UNE MARQUE 0 SUR LES DIAGRAMMES SCHÉMATIQUES ET LA LISTE DES PIÈCES SONT CRITIQUES POUR LA SÉCURITÉ DE FONCTIONNEMENT. NE REMPLACER CES COM­POSANTS QUE PAR DES PIÈCES SONY DONT LES NUMÉROS SONT DONNÉS DANS CE MANUEL OU DANS LES SUPPLÉMENTS PUBLIÉS PAR SONY.
4. Look for parts which, though functioning, show obvious signs of deterioration. Point them out to the customer and recom­mend their replacement.
5. Check the B+ voltage to see it is at the values specified.
6. Flexible Circuit Board Repairing
• Keep the temperature of the soldering iron around 270 ˚C
during repairing.
• Do not touch the soldering iron on the same conductor of
the circuit board (within 3 times).
• Be careful not to apply force on the conductor when sol-
dering or unsoldering.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section Title Page Section Title Page
SERVICE NOTE................................................................... 5
1. GENERAL
Identifying the Parts................................................................. 1-1
Preparing the Power Supply.................................................... 1-2
Setting the Date and Time....................................................... 1-3
Inserting the “Memory Stick” ................................................... 1-4
Recording Still Images ............................................................ 1-4
Recording Moving Images (DSC-C50 only)............................ 1-5
Playing Back Still Images ........................................................ 1-5
Playing Back Moving Images .................................................. 1-5
Viewing Images Using a Personal Computer ......................... 1-6
Image File Storage Destinations and Image Files.................. 1-7
Before Performing Advanced Operations ............................... 1-7
Various Recording ................................................................... 1-9
Various Playback ..................................................................... 1-11
Editing ..................................................................................... 1-12
Precautions.............................................................................. 1-13
On “Memory Sticks” ................................................................. 1-14
Using Your Camera Abroad ..................................................... 1-14
Troubleshooting ....................................................................... 1-14
Warning and Notice Messages ............................................... 1-15
Self-diagnosis Display ............................................................. 1-15
LCD Screen Indicators ............................................................ 1-16
2. DISASSEMBLY
• Attachment of CPC-9 Jig ...................................................... 2-1
2-1. PD-127 Board and Indicator Module ............................ 2-2
• Service Position (LCD Panel and PD-127 Board)................ 2-2
2-2. Front Cabinet Block Assembly ...................................... 2-3
2-3. Battery Lid Assembly and Control Switch Block .......... 2-3
2-4. Flash Unit and Upper Cabinet Block............................. 2-4
2-5. MS-50 Board and BT Holder Assembly ........................ 2-4
2-6. Lens Block Assembly .................................................... 2-5
2-7. SY-58 Board, DD-141 Board
and JK-194 Board ......................................................... 2-5
2-8. Control Switch Block and SW-339 Board ..................... 2-6
• Overall Check Service Position ............................................ 2-6
2-9. Hinge Assembly and KJ-11 Board ................................ 2-7
2-10. Circuit Boards Location ................................................. 2-8
2-11. Flexible Boards Location ............................................... 2-8
3. BLOCK DIAGRAMS
3-1. Overall Block Diagram................................................... 3-1
3-8. Power Block Diagram 1 ................................................. 3-15
3-9. Power Block Diagram 2 ................................................. 3-17
4. PRINTED WIRING BOARDS AND SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS
4-1. Frame Schematic Diagram (1/2) ................................... 4-3
Frame Schematic Diagram (2/2)................................... 4-5
4-2. Pr inted Wiring Boards and Schematic Diagram ........... 4-7
• CD-262 (CCD Imager)
Printed Wiring Board ................................................ 4-7
• CD-262 (CCD Imager)
Schematic Diagram .................................................. 4-8
• MS-50 (FU, Memory Stick)
Printed Wiring Board ................................................ 4-9
• MS-50 (FU, Memory Stick)
Schematic Diagram .................................................. 4-10
• PD-127 (TG, LCD)
Printed Wiring Board ................................................ 4-31
• PD-127 (LCD Drive)
Schematic Diagram .................................................. 4-33
• PD-127 (Timing Generator)
Schematic Diagram .................................................. 4-35
• JK-194 (USB, A/V out), KJ-11 (Panel Reverse),
SW-339 (Switch) Printed Wiring Boards.................. 4-37
• JK-194 (USB, A/V out), KJ-11 (Panel Reverse),
SW-339 (Switch) Schematic Diagrams .................... 4-39
• DD-141 (DC/DC Converter, Video, USB)
Printed Wiring Board ................................................ 4-41
• DD-141 (DC/DC Converter)
Schematic Diagram .................................................. 4-43
• DD-141 (Video)
Schematic Diagram .................................................. 4-45
• DD-141 (USB)
Schematic Diagram .................................................. 4-47
4-3. Waveforms..................................................................... 4-49
4-4. Parts Location ............................................................... 4-51
5. ADJUSTMENTS
Before Starting Adjustment ..................................................... 5-1
1-1. Adjusting Items when Replacing
Main Parts and Boards.................................................. 5-2
5-1. Camera Section Adjustment ......................................... 5-3
1-1. Preparations Before Adjustment................................... 5-3
1-1-1. List of Service Tools ................................................. 5-3
1-1-2. Preparations ............................................................. 5-4
1-1-3. Discharging of the Flashlight Power Supply ............ 5-4
1-1-4. Precautions .............................................................. 5-6
1. Setting the Switch .................................................... 5-6
2. Order of Adjustments ............................................... 5-6
3. Subjects.................................................................... 5-6
4. Preparing the Flash Adjustment Box ....................... 5-7
1-2. Initialization of B, D, E, F, 7 Page Data ......................... 5-8
1-2-1. Initialization of D Page Data .................................... 5-8
1. Initializing the D Page Data ...................................... 5-8
2. Modification of D Page Data .................................... 5-8
3. D Page Table ............................................................ 5-8
1-2-2. Initialization of B, E, F, 7 Page Data ........................ 5-9
1. Initializing the B, E, F, 7 Page Data ......................... 5-9
2. Modification of B, E, F, 7 Page Data ........................ 5-9
3. B Page Table ............................................................ 5-9
4. E Page Table ............................................................ 5-9
5. F Page Table............................................................. 5-10
6. 7 Page Ta ble ............................................................. 5-11
1-3. Video System Adjustments ........................................... 5-12
1. Video Sync Level Adjustment ....................................... 5-12
2. Video Burst Level Adjustment....................................... 5-12
1-4. Camera System Adjustment ......................................... 5-13
1. HALL Adjustment .......................................................... 5-13
2. Flange Back Adjustment
(Using the minipattern box)........................................... 5-14
3. Flange Back Check ....................................................... 5-15
4. F No. Standard Data Input ............................................ 5-16
5. Mechanical Shutter Adjustment .................................... 5-16
6. Picture Frame Setting.................................................... 5-17
7. Light Level Adjustment.................................................. 5-18
8. Mixed Color Cancel Adjustment.................................... 5-18
9. Auto White Balance Standard Data Input..................... 5-19
10. Auto White Balance Adjustment ................................... 5-19
11. Color Reproduction Adjustment.................................... 5-20
12. Color Reproduction Check............................................ 5-21
13. White Balance Check.................................................... 5-22
14. Strobe White Balance Adjustment ................................ 5-23
15. Strobe Light Level and White Balance Check .............. 5-23
16. CCD Black Defect Compensation ................................. 5-24
17. CCD White Defect Compensation ................................ 5-24
1-5. LCD System Adjustments ............................................. 5-25
1. LCD Initial Data Input .................................................... 5-26
2. VCO Adjustment (PD-127 Board)................................. 5-26
3. D Range Adjustment (PD-127 Board) .......................... 5-27
4. Bright Adjustment (PD-127 Board) ............................... 5-27
5. Contrast Adjustment (PD-127 Board)........................... 5-28
6. Color Adjustment (PD-127 Board) ................................ 5-28
7. V-COM Level Adjustment (PD-127 Board) ................... 5-29
8. V-COM Adjustment (PD-127 Board)............................. 5-29
9. White Balance Adjustment (PD-127 Board) ................. 5-30
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Section Title Page
1-6. System Control System Adjustments ........................... 5-31
1. Battery Down Adjustment ............................................. 5-31
5-2. Service Mode ................................................................ 5-32
2-1. Adjusting Remote Commander ..................................... 5-32
1. Used Adjusting Remote Commander ........................... 5-32
2. Precautions upon Using
the Adjusting Remote Commander............................... 5-32
2-2. Data Process ................................................................. 5-33
2-3. Service Mode ................................................................ 5-34
1. Setting the Test Mode.................................................... 5-34
2. Bit V alue Discrimination ................................................ 5-34
3. Switch Check (1) ........................................................... 5-34
4. Switch Check (2) ........................................................... 5-35
5. LED Check .................................................................... 5-35
6. LCD Check .................................................................... 5-35
6. REPAIR PARTS LIST
6-1. Exploded Views ............................................................. 6-1
6-1-1. Front Panel Section.................................................. 6-1
6-1-2. Main Section............................................................. 6-2
6-1-3. Rear Cabinet Section ............................................... 6-3
6-1-4. Lens Block Assembly ............................................... 6-4
6-2. Electr ical Parts List ....................................................... 6-5
* The color reproduction frame is shown on page 117.
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SERVICE NOTE

When installing a connector, dont press down at wire of connector. Be in danger of the snapping of a wire.
NOTE FOR REPAIR
Make sure that the flat cable and flexible board are not cracked of bent at the terminal. Do not insert the cable insufficiently nor crookedly.
Cut and remove the part of gilt which comes off at the point. (Take care that there are some pieces of gilt left inside)
When remove a connector, don’t pull at wire of connector. Be in danger of the snapping of a wire.
[Discharging of the FLASH unit’s charging capacitor]
The charging capacitor of the FLASH unit is charged up to the maximum 300 V potential. There is a danger of electric shock by this high voltage when the battery is handled by hand. The electric shock is caused by the charged voltage which is kept without discharging when the main power of the MVC-FD71 is simply turned off. Therefore, the re­maining voltage must be discharged as described below.
Preparing the Short Jig
T o preparing the short jig. a small clip is attached to each end of a resistor of 1 k /1 W (1-215-869-11). Wrap insulating tape fully around the leads of the resistor to pre­vent electrical shock.
1 k/1 W
Wrap insulating tape.
Discharging the Capacitor
Short-circuit between the positive and the negative terminals of charged capacitor with the short jig about 10 seconds.
R: 1 k/1 W
Capacitor
(Part code: 1-215-869-11)
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[Description on Self-diagnosis Display]
Self-diagnosis display
• C: ss You can reverse the camera malfunction yourself. (However, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility when you cannot recover from the camera malfunction.)
• E: ss Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Display Code
C:32:ss
C:13:ss
E:61:ss
E:91:ss
Turn the power off and on again.
Format the “Memory stick”. Insert a new “Memory Stick”.
Checking of lens drive circuit.
*1
Checking of flash unit or replacement of flash unit.
Countermeasure
Cause
Trouble with hardware.
Unformatted memory stick is inserted. Memory stick is broken.
When failed in the focus and zoom initialization.
Abnormality when flash is being charged.
Note: The error code is cleared if the battery is removed, except defective flash, unit.
*1: The error display is given in two ways. *2: When the flash charging failed, Page : D, Address: 67. Data: 04 are written.
After repair, be sure to write Page: D, address: 67. Data: 00.
Caution Display During Error
SYSTEM ERROR
FORMAT ERROR MEMORY STICK ERROR
*2
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DSC-S30/S50
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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 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.
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 battery.
CAUTION
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS POLARIZED AC PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.
A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is tted to this equipment for your safety and convenience.
Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced, a 5 AMP fuse approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362, (i.e. marked with
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.
Directive:EMC Directive 89/336/EEC.92/
31/EEC This equipment complies with the EMC regulations when used under the following circumstances:
Residential area
Business district
Light-industry district
(This equipment complies with the EMC standard regulations EN55022 Class B.)
For the Customers in Canada
NOTICE FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN THE UNITED KINGDOM
For the Customers in Germany
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazar d, do not expose the unit to rain or
moisture.
For the 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
Never expose the battery pack to temperature above 140˚F (60˚C), such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight.
If you have any questions about this product, you may call:
or write to:
appliance.
Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669)
Sony Customer Information Center 1 Sony Drive, Mail Drop #T1-11, Park Ridge, NJ 07656
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSC-S30 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 1 Sony Drive, Park
Telephone No.: 201-930-6972 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.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSC-S50 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 1 Sony Drive, Park
Telephone No.: 201-930-6972 This device complies with P
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.
Ridge, NJ 07656 USA
Ridge, NJ 07656 USA
art 15 of the
1. GENERAL
This section is extracted from DSC-S30/S50 instruction manual.
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Attention
The electromagnetic elds at the specic frequencies may inuence the picture and sound of this camera.
Memory Stick
For the Customers in CANADA
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
For the Customers in the U.S.A.
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.
Be sure to read the following before using your camera
This Owner's Manual is for the two models of the DSC-S30 and the DSC-S50. Check to make sure which model you have purchased before you use your camera.
The illustrations in this manual show the DSC-S50.
Trial recording
Before you record one-time events, you may want to make a trial recording to make sure that the camera is working correctly.
No compensation for contents of the recording
Contents of the recording cannot be compensated for if recording or playback is not possible due to a malfunction of your camera, etc.
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Notes on image data compatibility
This camera conforms with the Design
Rules for Camera File Systems universal standard established by the JEIDA (Japan Electronic Industries Development
N50
Association). You cannot play back on your camera still images recorded on other equipment (DCR-TRV890/TRV900/ TRV900E, DSC-D700, DSC-D770) that does not conform with this universal standard. (These models are not sold in some areas.)
Playback of images recorded with your
camera on other equipment and playback of images recorded or edited with other equipment on your camera are not guaranteed.
Precaution on copyright
Television programs, lms, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the provision of the copyright laws.
Do not shake or strike the camera
In addition to malfunctions and inability to record images, this may render the Memory Stick unusable or image data breakdown, damage or loss may occur.
LCD screen and lens
The LCD screen is manufactured using
high-precision technology. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (red, blue or green in color) that constantly appear on the LCD screen. These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way. Over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use.
Be careful when placing the camera near a
window or outdoors. Exposing the LCD screen or the lens to direct sunlight for long periods may cause malfunctions.
Do not get the camera wet
When taking pictures outdoors in the rain or
under similar conditions, be careful not to get the camera wet. If moisture condensation occurs, refer to page 54 and follow the instructions on how to remove it before using the camera.
Back up recommendation
To avoid the potential risk of data loss, always copy (back up) data to a disk.
Getting started
Identifying the parts
See the pages in parentheses for details of operation.
1
2
3
4
A Flash (19) B MODE selector (29) C Shutter button (16) (20) D Lens cap E Photocell window for ash
Do not block while recording.
F Self-timer/recording lamp G Built-in microphone (DSC-S50
only)
Do not touch while recording.
H Speaker (DSC-S50 only)
6
1-1
5 6 7 8
9
0qsqa
I Lens J A/V OUT jack (DSC-S50 only)
(48)
Audio output is monaural.
VIDEO OUT jack (DSC-S30 only) (48)
K USB jack (25) (26) L Tripod receptacle (bottom
surface)
Use a tripod with a screw length of less than 9/32 inch (6.5 mm). You will be unable to rmly secure the camera to tripods having longer screws, and may damage the camera.
Attaching the strap
Preparing the power supply
1 2 3
4 5 6 7 8
A Flash button B FOCUS button (41) C LCD BACKLIGHT BRIGHT/
NORMAL switch
Usually set to NORMAL. When you use the camera outdoors or in other bright places, setting this to BRIGHT makes the LCD screen bright and easy to see, but also uses up the battery faster.
D Control button E PROGRAM AE +/ button
VOLUME +/– button
F PROGRAM AE button (42)
9
0
qa
qf
qs
qg
qd qh qj
G DISPLAY button H LCD screen I Hook for lens cap/strap J Zoom button K Access lamp (15) L Battery/Memory Stick cover M Battery eject lever (8) N OPEN switch O POWER switch P DC IN jack (9) (12) Q POWER lamp/BATT CHARGE
lamp (9) (13)
Getting started
Installing the battery pack
Your camera operates only with the InfoLITHIUM NP-FM50 battery pack* (M series). You cannot use any other battery pack.
Battery eject lever
Open the battery/Memory Stick cover.
1
Open the cover while sliding the OPEN switch in the direction of the arrow.
Install the battery pack.
2
Insert the battery pack with the B mark facing tow ard the battery compartment as illustrated.
Close the battery/Memory Stick cover.
3
To remove the battery pack
Open the battery/Memory Stick cover. Slide the battery eject lever downward, and remove the battery pack.
Be careful not to drop the battery pack when removing it.
* What is “InfoLITHIUM”?
InfoLITHIUM is a lithium ion battery pack which can exchange information such as battery consumption with compatible video equipment. This unit is compatible with the InfoLITHIUM battery pack (M series). InfoLITHIUM M series battery packs have the
mark. InfoLITHIUM is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
Charging the battery pack
You cannot charge the battery pack while your camera is turned on. Be sure to turn off your camera before charging.
Insert the battery pack into your camera.
1
Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the DC connecting cable to
2
the DC IN jack of your camera with the v mark facing up. Connect the power cord (mains lead) to the AC power adaptor and
3
then to a wall outlet (mains).
The BATT CHARGE lamp lights orange when charging begins. When the BATT CHARGE lamp goes off, normal charge is completed. For full charge, which allows you to use the battery longer than usual, leave the battery pack inserted for about one hour after normal charge is completed.
Battery remaining indicator The LCD screen on the camera shows the remaining time for which you can still
record or play back images. This indication may not be entirely accurate depending on the conditions of use and the operating environment.
Auto power-off function If you do not operate the camera for about three minutes during recording, the
camera turns off automatically to prevent wearing down the battery. To use the camera again, slide down the POWER switch to turn on the camera again.
BATT CHARGE lamp
DC IN jack cover
AC-L10
AC power adaptor
Battery pack (M series)
To the wall outlet (mains)
Power cord
(mains lead)
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Getting started
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Charging time
Battery pack Full charge (min.) Normal charge (min.)
NP-FM50 (supplied) 150 90
Approximate time to charge a completely discharged battery pack using the A AC power adaptor.
Battery life and number of images that can be recorded/played back
STILL mode recording* DSC-S50
LCD BACKLIGHT Battery life (min.) Number of images
BRIGHT 140 (130) 2300 (2100)
NORMAL 150 (140) 2500 (2300)
DSC-S30
LCD BACKLIGHT Battery life (min.) Number of images
BRIGHT 140 (130) 2800 (2600)
NORMAL 150 (140) 3000 (2800)
STILL mode playback** (DSC-S50/S30)
LCD BACKLIGHT Battery life (min.) Number of images
BRIGHT 170 (160) 3400 (3200)
NORMAL 220 (210) 4400 (4200)
Approximate battery life and number of images that can be recorded/played back with a fully charged battery pack at a temperature of 77˚F (25˚C), 640×480 image size and in NORMAL recording mode. Numbers in parentheses indicate the time when you use a normally charged battery pack.
Recording at about 5-second intervals ∗∗Playing back single images in order at about 3-second intervals
MOVIE mode recording (DSC-S50 only)
LCD BACKLIGHT Battery life (min.)
BRIGHT 140 (130)
NORMAL 150 (140)
Approximate time that can be recorded with a fully charged battery pack at a temperature of 77˚F (25˚C) and 160×112 image size. Numbers in parentheses indicate the time when you use a normally charged battery pack.
C-L10
9
10
1-2
Notes
The battery life and number of images will be decreased if you use your camera at low
temperatures, use the ash, repeatedly turn the power on/off or use the zoom.
The capacity of the “Memory Stick is limited. The above gures are a guide when you
continuously record/play back while replacing the Memory Stick.
If sufficient battery remaining time is indicated but the power runs out soon, fully charge the
battery so that the correct battery remaining time appears.
Do not short the DC plug of the AC power adaptor with a metallic object, as this may cause
malfunction.
Do not expose the battery pack to water.
Getting started
Using the AC power adaptor
To the wall outlet (mains)
DC IN jack cover
AC-L10 AC power adaptor
Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the DC connecting cable to
1
the DC IN jack of your camera with the v mark facing up. Connect the power cord (mains lead) to the AC power adaptor and
2
then to a wall outlet (mains).
Using a car battery Use Sony DC adaptor/charger.
Power cord
(mains lead)
Setting the date and time
When you rst use your camera, set the date and time. If these are not set, the CLOCK SET screen appears whenever you turn on your camera for recording.
Control button
POWER lamp
Slide down the POWER switch to turn on the power.
1
The POWER lamp lights up.
Press v on the control button.
2
The menu bar appears on the LCD screen.
Select [SETUP] with B on the control button,
3
then press the center z.
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Getting started
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Select the desired date display format with
5
v/V on the control button, then press the center z.
Select from Y/M/D (year/month/day), M/D/Y (month/day/year) or D/M/Y (day/month/year).
Select the year, month, day, hour or minute
6
item you want to set with b/B on the control button.
The item to be set is indicated with v/V.
Set the numeric value with v/V on the control button, then press
7
the center z to enter it.
After entering the number, v/V moves to the next item. If you selected [D/M/Y] in step 5, set the time on a 24-hour cycle.
Select [ENTER] with B on the control
8
button, then press the center z at the desired moment to begin clock movement.
The date and time are entered.
To cancel the date and time setting Select [CANCEL] with v/V/b/B on the control button, then press the center z.
Select [CLOCK SET] with v/V on the control button, then press the
4
center z.
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Inserting the “Memory Stick”
Getting started
Basic operations
B Recording
Recording still images
Still images are recorded in JPEG format. To record still images, slide the POWER switch down to turn on the power and insert a Memory Stick.
Access lamp
Open the battery/Memory Stick cover.
1
Open the cover while sliding the OPEN switch in the direction of the arrow.
Insert the “Memory Stick.
2
Insert the Memory Stick with the B mark facing toward the battery compartment as illustrated until it clicks.
Close the battery/Memory Stick cover.
3
Removing the “Memory Stick”
Open the battery/Memory Stick cover, then press the Memory Stick once lightly.
Notes
Insert the “Memory Stick rmly until it clicks, otherwise a message such as MEMORY
STICK ERROR will be displayed.
Never remove the Memory Stick or turn off the power while the access lamp is lit up.
You cannot record or edit images on a Memory Stick if the erasure prev
the LOCK position.
Erasure prevention switch
ention switch is set to
Connector
LOCK
Label space
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POWER switch
Set the MODE selector to STILL.
1
Press and hold the shutter button halfway
2
down and check the image.
While the AE lock indicator z (green) is flashing, the image freezes momentarily, but is not yet recorded. When the camera nishes the automatic adjustments*, the AE lock indicator z lights up and the camera is ready for recording. To cancel the recording, release the shutter b
Press the shutter button fully down.
3
The shutter sounds and the image is recorded on the Memory Stick. When REC disappears, you can record the next image.
Exposure and focus are automatically adjusted.
The number of images you can record on a Memory Stick See pages 37 to 40.
Note
While the image is being recorded on the Memory Stick, do not shake or strike the camera. Also, do not turn the power off, or remove the battery pack or Memory Stick.
utton.
Remaining memory
capacity indicator
AE lock indicator
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Checking the last recorded image (Quick Review)
You can check the last recorded image by clearing the menu bar from the screen (page 31) and pressing b on the control button. To return to the normal recording mode, press lightly on the shutter button or select [RETURN] with b/B on the control button and then press the center z. You can also delete the image rst by selecting [DELETE] on the Quick Review screen with b/B on the control button and pressing the center z, and then selecting [OK] with v/V on the control button and pressing the center z.
Using the zoom feature
Zoom button
W side: for wide-angle (subject appears farther away)
T side: for telephoto (subject appears closer)
Minimum focal distance to the subject W side: About 9 7/8 inches (25 cm) or more
T side: About 23 5/8 inches (60 cm) or more To record even closer subjects, see page 41.
Digital zoom function This camera has a digital zoom function.
Digital zoom enlarges the image by digital processing and it starts to function when zoom exceeds 3×.
The T side of the bar shows the digital zooming zone.
Using digital zoom
The maximum zoom magnication is 6×.
Digital zooming deteriorates the picture quality. When digital zoom is not
necessary, set [DIGITAL ZOOM] to [OFF] in the menu settings (page 34).
Note
Digital zoom does not work for moving images.
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B Recording
LCD screen indicators during recording
Press DISPLAY to turn on/off the indicators on the LCD screen. See page 64 for a detailed description of the indicated items.
DISPLAY
Notes
You cannot turn off the self-timer indicators and some of the indicators used in advanced
operations.
The indicators on the LCD screen are not recorded.
Using the self-timer
When you use the self-timer function, the subject is recorded about 10 seconds after you press the shutter button.
Shutter button
Self-timer lamp
Control button
Select (self-timer) indicator on the LCD screen with v/V/b/B on the control button, then press the center z. The (self-timer) indicator appears on the LCD screen, and about 10 seconds after you press the shutter button, the subject is recorded. The self-timer lamp ashes after you press the shutter button until the shutter is released.
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Recording images with the ash
B (playback)/X
The initial setting is auto (no indicator). In this mode, the ash automatically strobes when the surroundings become dark. When you change the ash mode, press the (ash) repeatedly so that the ash mode indicator appears on the LCD screen.
(flash)
B
Recording
Recording moving images (DSC-S50 only)
Moving images with audio are recorded in MPEG format. To record moving images, slide the POWER switch down to turn on the power and insert a Memory Stick.
Each time you press the (ash), the indicator changes as follows.
(No indicator) t t t t (No indicator)
Auto red-eye reduction: The ash strobes before recording to reduce the
Forced ash: The ash strobes regardless of the surrounding
No ash: The ash does not strobe. You can change the brightness of the ash (FLASH LEVEL) in the menu settings (page 34).
Notes
The recommended shooting distance using the built-in flash is 31/32 feet to 8 1/3 feet (0.3 m to
2.5 m).
Attaching a conversion lens (not supplied) may block the light from the ash or cause the lens
shadow to appear.
Auto red-eye reduction may not produce the desired red-eye reduction effects depending on
individual differences, the distance to the subject, if the subject does not see the pre-strobe, or other conditions. In addition, red-eye reduction effects are also difcult to obtain if you set the shutter to a slow speed in the PROGRAM AE shutter priority mode.
The ash effect is not obtained easily when you use forced ash in a bright location.
red-eye phenomenon.
brightness.
B Playback
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DISPLAY
Set the MODE selector to MOVIE.
1
Press the shutter button fully down.
2
REC appears on the LCD screen, and the image and sound are recorded on the Memory Stick.
If you press the shutter button momentarily
The image and sound are recorded for ve seconds. You can change the recording time to 10 or 15 seconds with [REC TIME SET] in the menu settings (page 33).
If you hold the shutter button down
The image and sound are recorded while the shutter button is held down for up to 60 seconds. However, when [IMAGE SIZE] in the menu setting is set to [320×240], the maximum recording time is 15 seconds (page 33).
Zooming or using the self-timer, etc.
See pages 17 and 18.
LCD screen indicators during recording
Press DISPLAY to turn on/off the indicators on the LCD screen. These indicators are not recorded. See page 64 for a detailed description of the indicators.
POWER switch
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Playing back still images
DISPLAY
Set the MODE selector to PLAY.
1
The last recorded image (still or moving) appears on the LCD screen.
Press v on the control button to display the menu bar on the LCD
2
screen. Select the desired still image with the
3
control button.
Press v/V/b/B on the control button to select "b/B" on the LCD screen, then press b/B on the control button.
"b: To display the preceding image. B": To display the next image.
When the menu bar is not displayed You can directly select and play back the image with b/B on the control button.
Notes
You might not be able to correctly play back images recorded with this camera on other
equipment.
You cannot play back on this camera images larger than the maximum image size that can be
recorded with this camera.
LCD screen indicators during still image playback
Press DISPLAY to turn on/off the indicators on the LCD screen. See page 64 for a detailed description of the indicators.
POWER switch
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Playing back moving images
VOLUME +/–
DISPLAY
B
Playback
Set the MODE selector to PLAY.
1
The last recorded image (still or moving) appears on the LCD screen.
Press v on the control button to display the menu bar on the LCD
2
screen. Select the desired moving image with the
3
control button.
Moving images are displayed one-size smaller than still images. Press v/V/b/B on the control button to select "b/B" on the LCD screen, then press b/B on the control button.
"b: To display the preceding image. B": To display the next image.
Select B (playback) on the LCD screen with
4
v/V/b/B on the control button, then press the center z.
The moving image and sound* are played back. During playback, B (playback) changes to X (pause).
You can play back sound in DSC-S50 only.
To pause playback Select X (pause) on the LCD screen with v/V/b/B on the control button, then press
the center z.
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POWER switch
Playback bar
1-5
When the menu bar is not displayed You can directly select the image with b/B on the control button, and play back the
image and sound (DSC-S50 only) by pressing the center z. When you press the center z during playback, playback is paused.
Adjusting the volume (DSC-S50 only)
Press VOLUME +/– to adjust the volume.
LCD screen indicators during moving image playback
Press DISPLAY to turn on/off the indicators on the LCD screen. See page 64 for a detailed description of the indicators.
Viewing images using a personal computer
You can vie w data recorded with your camera on a personal computer and attach it to e-mail. This section describes the method for installing the USB driver and viewing images on a personal computer. Be sure to also see the operation manuals for your personal computer and application software.
Note
Data recorded with your camera is stored in the following formats. Make sure that applications that support these le formats are installed on your personal computer.
Still images (other than TEXT and uncompressed modes): JPEG format
Moving images/audio: MPEG format
B
Playback
Uncompressed mode still images: TIFF format
TEXT mode: GIF format
Recommended computer environment
Recommended Windows environment
OS: Microsoft Windows 98, Windows 98SE
Standard installation is required. Operation is not assured in an environment upgraded from: Windows
3.1, Windows 95 to Windows 98 or
Windows CPU: MMX Pentium 200 MHz or faster The USB connector must be provided as standard. ActiveMovie Player (DirectShow) must be installed (to play back moving pictures).
Recommended Macintosh environment
Macintosh computer with the Mac OS 8.5.1/8.6/9.0 standard installation However, note that the update to Mac OS 9.0 should be used for the following models.
The USB connector must be provided as standard. QuickTime 3.2 or newer must be installed (to play back moving pictures).
Notes
Operations are not guaranteed for either the Windows or Macintosh environment if you connect
two or more USB equipment to a single personal computer at the same time (except for the USB keyboard and mouse which are provided as standard), or when using a hub.
Depending on the type of USB equipment that is used simultaneously, some equipment may
not operate.
Operations are not guaranteed for all the recommended computer environments mentioned
above.
98 to Windows 98SE.
iMac with the Mac OS 8.6 standard installation and a slot loading type CD-ROM drive
iBook or G4 with the Mac OS 8.6 standard installation
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Installing the USB driver
Before connecting your camera to your personal computer, install the USB driver to the computer. The USB driver is contained together with application software for viewing images on a CD-ROM which is supplied with your camera.
For Windows 98 users
Turn on your personal computer and allow Windows 98 to load.
1
Insert the supplied CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive of your personal
2
computer. Connect the USB jack on your camera with the USB connector on
3
your personal computer using the supplied USB cable.
to the USB connector
Personal computer
Insert a Memory Stick” into your camera, connect the AC power
4
adaptor and turn on your camera.
PC MODE appears on the LCD screen of your camera and the camera is set to communication standby mode. Your personal computer recognizes the camera, and the Windows 98 Add Hardware Wizard starts.
Follow the on-screen messages to specify the CD-ROM drive and
5
install the USB driver.
The Add Hardware Wizard starts twice because two different USB drivers are installed. Be sure to allow the installation to complete without interrupting it.
Note
Be sure to insert a Memory Stick into your camera before installing the USB driver. Otherwise, you will be unable to install the USB driver.
For Macintosh users
Turn on your personal computer and allow the Mac OS to load.
1
Insert the supplied CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive of your personal
2
computer.
USB cable
to the USB jack
Push in until the connector clicks into place
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Double-click the CD-ROM drive icon to open the window.
3
Double-click the icon of the hard disk containing the OS to open
4
the window. Move the following two driver les from the window opened in step
5
3 to the System Folder icon in the window opened in step 4
(drag and drop).
Sony USB Driver
Sony USB Shim When Put these items into the Extensions folder? appears, click
6
B
Playback
OK. Restart your personal computer.
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Viewing images
For Windows 98 users
Turn on the power of your personal computer and allow
1
Windows 98 to load. Connect one end of the USB cable to the USB jack on the camera
2
and the other end to the USB connector on your personal computer.
USB cable
to the USB jack
Push in until the connector clicks into place
to the USB connector
Personal computer
Insert a Memory Stick” into your camera, and connect the AC
3
power adaptor to your camera and then to a wall outlet (mains). Turn on the power of your camera.
4
PC MODE appears on the LCD screen of the camera.
Open My Computer” on Windows 98 and double click the newly
5
recognized drive. (Example: Removable Disk (D:)”)
The folders inside the Memory Stick are displayed.
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26
1-6
Select and double-click the desired image/sound le from the
6
folder.
For the detailed folder and le name, see Image le storage destinations and image les (page 28).
Desired le type Double-click in this order
Still image Dcim folder t 100msdcf folder t Image le Moving image* Mssony folder t Moml0001 folder t Image le* Audio* Mssony folder t Momlv100 folder t Audio le* E-mail image
TIFF image (uncompressed)
Copying a le to the hard disk of your personal computer before viewing it is
recommended. If you play back the le directly from the Memory Stick, the image and sound may break off.
Mssony folder t Imcif100 folder t Image le
Notes on using your personal computer
Memory Stick
“Memory Stick operations on your camera cannot be assured if the Memory Stick has been
formatted on your personal computer.
Do not optimize the Memory Stick on a Windows machine. This will shorten the Memory
Stick life.
Do not compress the data on the Memory Stick. Compressed les cannot be played back on
your camera.
Software
Depending on your application software, the le size may increase when you open a still image
le.
When you load an image modied using the supplied retouch software from your personal
computer to the camera or when you directly modify the image on the camera, the image format will differ so the FILE ERROR message may appear and you may be unable to open the le.
Communications with your personal computer
Communications between your camera and your personal computer may not recover after recovering from Suspend, Resume, or Sleep.
Windows and ActiveMovie, DirectShow are either registered trademarks or trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
Macintosh and Mac OS, QuickTime are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.
All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of
their respective companies. Furthermore, “™” and “®” are not mentioned in each case in this manual.
Image le storage destinations and image les
Image les recorded with your camera are grouped in folders by recording mode. The meanings of the le names are as follows. ssss stands for any number within the range from 0001 to 9999.
For Windows 98 users (The drive recognizing the camera is D.”)
B
Playback
Folder File Meaning
100msdcf DSC0ssss.JPG Still image le recorded normally
TXT0ssss.GIF Still image le recorded in TEXT mode
Imcif100 DSC0ssss.JPG Small-size image le recorded in E-
DSC0ssss.TIF Uncompressed image le recorded in
Moml0001 MOV0ssss.MPG • Moving image le recorded normally Momlv100 DSC0ssss.MPG Audio le recorded in VOICE mode
The numerical portions of the following les are the same.
A small-size image le recorded in E-MAIL mode and its corresponding image leAn uncompressed image le recorded in TIFF mode and its corresponding image leAn audio le recorded in VOICE mode and its corresponding image le
Folder containing still image data
Folder containing E-MAIL mode and TIFF mode image data
Folder containing moving image data
Folder containing VOICE mode audio data
Still image le recorded in E-MAIL
mode (page 38)
Still image le recorded in TIFF mode
(page 40)
Still image le recorded in VOICE
mode (page 39)
(page 39)
MAIL mode (page 38)
TIFF mode (page 40)
(page 39)
Advanced operations
Before performing advanced operations
This section describes the basic control methods that are frequently used for Advanced operations.
How to use the MODE selector
The MODE selector selects whether you can use your camera to record or to play back and edit images. Set the selector as follows before starting to operate your camera.
PLAY PLAY
STILL STILL
MOVIE MOVIE
DSC-S50 DSC-S30
PLAY: To play back or edit
STILL: To record still images
MOVIE: To record moving
How to use the control button
The control button is used to select the indicators, images and menus appearing on the LCD screen of your camera. The operation methods that are frequently used for Advanced operations are described below.
PLAY PLAY
STILL STILL
images
and voice memos
images (DSC-S50 only)
Select Enter (OK)
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Before performing advanced operations
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Turning on/off the operation buttons (menu bar) on the LCD screen
Press v to display the menu bar on the LCD screen.
Press V to clear the menu bar from the LCD screen.
Note
You cannot clear the menu bar during INDEX screen display (page 45).
Selecting items and images on the LCD screen
Press v/V/b/B on the
1
control button to select the item you want to set or the image you want to display.
The color of the selected item or the border of the selected image changes from blue to yellow.
Press the center z to enter
2
the item.
Repeat steps 1 and 2 to execute each function.
The Advanced operations” section of this manual refers to selecting and entering items by the above procedure as “Select [(item name)].”
Menu bar
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How to change the menu settings
Some of the advanced operations for your camera are executed by selecting menu items displayed on the LCD screen with the control button.
MODE selector
Press v on the control button to display the menu bar.
1
The menu bar appears as follows according to the setting of the MODE selector.
MOVIE/STILL PLAY (single mode) PLAY (INDEX mode)
Select the desired item with v/V/b/B on the
2
control button, then press the center z.
The color of the selected item changes from blue to yellow, and when you press the center z, the modes that can be set for that item are displayed.
Select the desired mode with v/V/b/B on the control button, then
3
press the center z.
To clear the menu
Press V on the control button until the LCD screen returns to the menu bar display in step 1. To clear the menu bar, press V again.
Before performing advanced operations
Menu settings
Menu items that can be modied differ depending on the setting of the MODE selector. The LCD screen shows only the items you can operate at the moment. Initial settings are indicated with x.
(SELF TIMER)
Records with the self-timer (page 18).
EFFECT
Item Setting Description MODE
P.EFFECT SOLARIZE
DATE/ TIME
FILE
FORMAT OK Formats a Memory Stick. MOVIE
POS. SENSOR
FILE NUMBER
B&W SEPIA NEG.ART
x OFF
DAY&TIME
DATE
x OFF
Item Setting Description MODE
CANCEL Cancels formatting of a Memory
ON Plays back images recorded with the
x OFF When this camera may be subject to
SERIES Assigns numbers to les in sequence
x NORMAL Resets the file numbering each time the
Sets the image special effects (page 44). MOVIE
Sets whether to insert the date and time into the image (page 44).
Stick.
camera on its side (vertical images) as horizontal images. This function does not work for images recorded in TEXT mode.
vibration such as when you record images from inside a moving car, set this to OFF to prevent improper horizontal/vertical judgement.
even if the Memory Stick is changed.
Memory Stick is changed.
selector
STILL
STILL
selector
STILL PLAY
STILL
MOVIE STILL
Item Setting Description MODE
IMAGE SIZE
REC MODE TIFF Records a TIFF (uncompressed) le in
REC TIME SET
ROTA TE (in single mode only)
SLIDE SHOW (in single mode only)
PRINT MARK
x 1600×1200
1600 (3:2) 1024×768 640×480
1472×1104
x 1280×960
1280 (3:2) 1024×768 640×480
320×240
x 160×112
TEXT Records a GIF le in black-and-white. VOICE Records an audio le (with still image)
E-MAIL Records a small-size (320×240) JPEG
x NORMAL Records a JPEG le in the selected
15 SEC 10 SEC
x 5 SEC
INTERVAL
REPEAT Repeats the slide show.
START Starts the slide show. CANCEL Cancels the slide show settings and
ON Marks the still images to be printed
x OFF Unmarks the print mark of the still
Selects the image size when recording still images (DSC-S50 only).
Selects the image size when recording still images (DSC-S30 only).
Selects the MPEG image size when recording moving images (DSC-S50 only).
addition to the JPEG le.
in addition to the JPEG le (DSC-S50 only).
le in addition to the selected image size.
image size. Adjusts the recording time for moving
images (DSC-S50 only).
Rotates the still image. PLAY
Sets the slide show interval.
x 3 SEC/5 SEC/10 SEC/30 SEC/1 MIN
x ON/OFF
execution.
(page 53).
images.
selector
STILL
STILL
MOVIE
STILL
MOVIE
PLAY
PLAY
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Before performing advanced operations
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Item Setting Description MODE
PROTECT ON Protects images against accidental
x OFF Releases protection of images against
CAMERA
Item Setting Description MODE
DIGITAL ZOOM
SHARPNESS
WHITE BALANCE
FLASH LEVEL
EXPOSURE +2.0 EV to
TOOL
COPY OK Copies an image (page 51). PLAY
RESIZE (in single mode only)
x ON Uses digital zoom. STILL
OFF Does not use digital zoom.
+2 to –2 Adjusts the sharpness of the image.
IN DOOR
OUT DOOR
HOLD
x AUTO
HIGH Makes the ash level higher than
x NORMAL Normal setting.
LOW Makes the ash level lower than normal.
–2.0 EV
Item Setting Description MODE
CANCEL Cancels copying of the image.
1600×1200 1024×768 640×480
x CANCEL
1472×1104 1280×960 1024×768 640×480
x CANCEL
erasure (page 49).
accidental erasure.
appears on the LCD screen except
when set to 0. Sets the white balance (page 43). MOVIE
normal.
Adjusts the exposure. MOVIE
Changes the recorded still image size (page 51) (DSC-S50 only).
Changes the recorded still image size (page 51) (DSC-S30 only).
selector
PLAY
selector
STILL
STILL
STILL
STILL
selector
PLAY
PLAY
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34
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SETUP
2,3
1
Item Setting Description MODE
DEMO xON/STBY
VIDEO OUT
LANGUAG E
CLOCK SET
BEEP SHUTTER Turns off the beep only. (The shutter
LCD BRIGHT
INDEX* Displays six images at a time (PLAY (INDEX) mode) (page 45).
DELETE
OK Deletes the displayed image. PLAY CANCEL Cancels deleting of the image.
OFF
x NTSC Sets the video output signal to NTSC
PAL Sets the video output signal to PAL
/
x ENGLISH Displays the menu items in English. MOVIE
x ON Turns on the beep/shutter sound (when
OFF Turns off the beep/shutter sound.
Setting Description MODE selector
Displayed only when you use the AC power adaptor in MOVIE or STILL mode. When ON is selected, a demonstration will start if you do not operate your camera for about 10 minutes. To stop the demonstration, turn off your camera. Select ON to make the demonstration appear again.
mode (North American countries, Japan, etc.).
mode (European countries, etc.).
/JPN Displays the menu items in Japanese.
Sets the date and time (page 13). MOVIE
sound is heard when you press the shutter button.)
you press the control button/ button).
Adjusts the LCD screen brightness using the +/– buttons on the LCD screen. This has no effect on the recorded images.
shutter
selector
MOVIE STILL
MOVIE STILL PLAY
STILL PLAY
STILL PLAY
MOVIE STILL PLAY
MOVIE STILL PLAY
3 (RETURN)** Returns to PLAY (single) mode.
Displayed only in PLAY (single) mode. ∗∗Displayed only in PLAY (INDEX) mode.
Before performing advanced operations
B
V arious recor ding
Rotating the LCD screen Face-to-Face recording
You can record images with the lens facing you.
2
1
Set the MODE selector to MOVIE or STILL.
2
Adjust the angle of the LCD screen.
Rotate the LCD screen by 180° for Face-to-Face recording.
3
Record the image.
The image appears on the LCD screen as a mirror image, but the recorded image is the same as the actual subject.
Image appearing on the LCD screen
Recorded image
Setting the image size (IMAGE SIZE)
3
1
1
2 3
Set the MODE selector to MOVIE or STILL.
(MOVIE is for DSC-S50 only)
Select [FILE] and then [IMAGE SIZE] from the menu.
Select the desired image size.
DSC-S50: Still image sizes
1600×1200, 1600 (3:2), 1024×768, 640×480
Moving image sizes
320×240, 160×112
DSC-S30: Still image sizes
1472×1104, 1280×960, 1280 (3:2), 1024×768, 640×480
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B
Various recording
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The number of images or the time that you can record on a “Memory Stick (4 MB):
Image size Number of images or
1600× 120
0
1600 (3:2) Approx. 4 1472×110
4
1280×960 Approx. 6 1280 (3:2) Approx. 6 1024×768 Approx. 10
640×480 Approx. 57 320×240 Approx. 42 (15**) sec. 160×112
When [REC MODE] is set to
[NORMAL].
∗∗Numbers in parentheses indicate the
maximum recording time during continuous recording.
When [1600 (3:2)], [1280 (3:2)] is selected
The image is recorded in 3:2 size to match the printing paper size ratio of 3:2.
time*
Approx. 4
Approx. 5
Approx. 169 (60**) sec.
Recording still images for e­mail (E-MAIL)
E-MAIL mode records a small-size (320×240) image at the same time as a still image. Small-size images are convenient for e-mail transmission, etc.
3 1
2
1
Set the MODE selector to STILL.
2
Select [FILE], [REC MODE], and then [E-MAIL] from the menu.
3
Record the image.
The number of images that you can record on a Memory Stick” (4 MB)
in E-MAIL mode.
Image size Number of images
1600×1200 Approx. 3
1600 (3:2) Approx. 3
1472×1104 Approx. 4
1280×960 Approx. 5 1280 (3:2) Approx. 5 1024×768 Approx. 9
640×480 Approx. 46
To return to normal recording mode Select [NORMAL] in step 2.
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Adding audio files to still
2
1
3
2
1
images (VOICE) (DSC-S50 only)
3 1
2
1
Set the MODE selector to STILL.
2
Select [FILE], [REC MODE], and then [VOICE] from the menu.
3
Record the image.
If you press and release the shutter button, sound is recorded for 5 seconds.
If you hold down the shutter button, sound is recorded until you release the shutter button for up to 40 seconds.
The number of images that you can record on a Memory Stick” (4 MB) in VOICE mode (when recording
sound for ve seconds):
Image size Number of images
1600×1200 Approx. 3
1600 (3:2) Approx. 3 1024×768 Approx. 8
640×480 Approx. 28
To return to normal recording mode Select [NORMAL] in step 2.
When using the DSC-S30
The DSC-S30 does not have a VOICE function. When you edit (delete, protect, or copy files, etc.) files recorded in VOICE mode on a different camera, the still image le is edited but the audio le is not.
Recording text documents (TEXT)
Text is recorded in black and white GIF format to provide a clearer image.
1
Set the MODE selector to STILL.
2
Select [FILE], [REC MODE], and then [TEXT] from the menu.
3
Record the image.
The number of images that you can record on a Memory Stick” (4 MB) in TEXT mode:
Image size Number of images
1600×1200 Approx. 12 to 87
1600 (3:2) Approx. 14 to 97
1472×1104 Approx. 14 to 97
1280×960 Approx. 20 to 114 1280 (3:2) Approx. 22 to 137 1024×768 Approx. 30 to 160
640×480 Approx. 80 to 363
To return to normal recording mode Select [NORMAL] in step 2.
Notes
If the subject is not evenly illuminated, you
may be unable to record a clear image.
Writing and reading data takes more time
than in normal recording.
The flash does not strobe in TEXT mode
regardless of the surrounding brightness.
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B
Various recording
Recording uncompressed images (TIFF)
This mode simultaneously records still images in both TIFF format (uncompressed) and JPEG format (compressed).
3 1
2
Set the MODE selector to
1
STILL. Select [FILE], [REC MODE],
2
and then [TIFF] from the menu.
3 Record the image.
The number of images that you can record on a Memory Stick (16 MB) in TIFF mode:
Image size Number of images
1600×1200 Approx. 2
1600 (3:2) Approx. 2 1280×960 Approx. 3 1280 (3:2) Approx. 3
To return to normal recording mode Select [NORMAL] in step 2.
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Notes
JPEG images are recorded in the image
size selected by the [IMAGE SIZE] menu. TIFF images are recorded in [1600×1200] size in DSC-S50, and [1280×960] size in DSC-S30 other than when [1600 (3:2)] or [1280 (3:2)] is selected.
Writing data takes more time than in
normal recording.
The supplied Memory Stick (4 MB)
does not have sufcient capacity to record uncompressed images.
Recording images in macro
2
1 Set the MODE selector to
MOVIE or STILL.
2 Press FOCUS repeatedly
until the (auto macro) indicator appears on the LCD screen.
You can record a subject as close as about 1 3/16 inches (3 cm) from the lens surface with the zoom set all the way to the W side.
To return to normal recording mode Press FOCUS repeatedly until
disappears from the LCD screen.
Notes
You cannot record images in macro with
the following PROGRAM AE modes.
Landscape mode Panfocus mode
You cannot record images in macro when
appears on the LCD screen.
Setting the distance to the subject
1
Normally the focus is automatically adjusted. This function is useful when the auto focus does not work well such as in dark places.
Using the PROGRAM AE function
1
+/–
2
1
Set the MODE selector to MOVIE or STILL.
2
Press PROGRAM AE
Set the MODE selector to
1
MOVIE or STILL. Press FOCUS repeatedly to
2
achieve a sharp focus.
The 9 (manual focus) indicator appears on the LCD screen. You can select from the following 7 focus settings: auto (no indicator), (auto macro), 1 3/4 feet (0.5m), 3 1/4 feet (1.0m), 9 3/4 feet (3.0m), 23 feet (7.0m), (innite)
To reactivate auto focusing Press FOCUS repeatedly until the
indicator disappears in step 2.
Note
These setting distances are approximate, and should be used as a reference.
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B
Various recording
repeatedly to select the desired PROGRAM AE mode.
A
Aperture priority mode
Makes the subject stand out against an unclear background or makes both the subject and the background stand out clearly. Press +/– repeatedly to select an aperture value in 9 steps from F2.8 to F11.
S
Shutter speed priority
mode
Records a sharp picture of a fast­moving subject or the ow of motion of a moving subject. Press +/– repeatedly to select a shutter speed in 18 steps from 8 to 1/725 when recording a still image and in 12 steps from 1/8 to 1/725 when recording a moving image.
Twilight mode
Suppresses the washed-out color of a bright subject in a dark place so that you can record the subject without losing the dark atmosphere of the surroundings.
Twilight plus mode
Increases the effectiveness of the twilight mode function.
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Landscape mode
Focuses only on a distant subject to record landscapes, etc.
Panfocus mode
Changes the focus quickly and simply from a close subject to a distant subject.
Spot light-metering mode
Select this mode when there is backlight or when there is strong contrast between the subject and the background, etc. Position the point you want to record on the spot light-metering cross hair.
LCD screen
Spot light-metering cross hair
To cancel PROGRAM AE Press PROGRAM AE repeatedly until
the indicator on the LCD screen goes out.
Notes
You cannot select F2.8 in aperture priority
mode when the zoom is set to the T side.
You can focus only on distant subjects in
Landscape mode.
In Panfocus mode, the zoom position and
focus are xed.
When you record in the Twilight plus
mode, we recommend that you use a tripod to prevent shaking.
Set the forced flash when you use the
ash in the following modes:
Twilight mode
– –
Twilight plus mode
Landscape mode
You cannot use the PROGRAM AE
function when [REC MODE] is set to [TEXT].
If the setting is not appropriate in aperture
priority mode and shutter priority mode, the setting value indicator on the LCD screen ashes when you press the shutter button. In this case, reset the value.
1-10
Adjusting the exposure
2,3
1
Displays the previous index screen
Displays the next index screen
(EXPOSURE)
1
2,3
1
Set the MODE selector to MOVIE or STILL.
2
Select [CAMERA] and then [EXPOSURE] from the menu.
3
Select the desired exposure value.
Adjust the exposure value while checking the brightness of the background. You can select values ranging from +2.0 EV to –2.0 EV in steps of 1/3 EV.
Note
The exposure may not be adjusted properly when the subject is extremely bright or dark, or when using the ash.
Adjusting the white balance (WHITE BALANCE)
Normally the white balance is automatically adjusted.
1
Set the MODE selector to MOVIE or STILL.
2
Select [CAMERA] and then [WHITE BALANCE] from the menu.
3
Select the desired white balance setting.
IN DOOR (n)
Places where the lighting
condition changes quickly
Under bright lighting such as
photography studios
Under sodium or mercury lamps
OUT DOOR ( )
Recording a sunrise/sunset, night scene, neon signs, or reworks
HOLD
Recording a single-colored subject or background
AUTO (No indicator)
Adjusts the white balance automatically
To reactivate auto adjustment Select [AUTO] in step 3.
Note
Select [AUTO] when recording under uorescent lighting.
B
Various recording
Recording the date and time on the still image (DATE/ TIME)
2,3
1
Set the MODE selector to STILL.
2
Select [EFFECT] and then [DATE/TIME] from the menu.
Select the date and time
3
setting. DAY&TIME
The date, hour and minutes are imposed onto the image.
DATE
The year, month and day are imposed onto the image.
OFF
The date and time are not imposed onto the image.
4
Record the image.
The date and time are not displayed during recording. The date and time are displayed when playing back images.
Enjoying picture effects (P.EFFECT)
4 1
2,3
1
Set the MODE selector to MOVIE or STILL.
2
Select [EFFECT] and then [P.EFFECT] from the menu.
3
Select the desired mode. SOLARIZE
The light contrast is clearer and the picture looks like an illustration.
B&W
The picture is monochrome (black and white).
SEPIA
The picture is colored like an old picture.
NEG.ART
The color and brightness of the picture are reversed.
To cancel picture effect Select [OFF] in step 3.
1
V arious playback
B
Playing back six images at once (INDEX)
2
1 Set the MODE selector to
PLAY. Select [INDEX] on the LCD
2
screen.
Six images are displayed at once (index screen).
This shows the position of the currently displayed images relative to all the recorded images.
The following marks are displayed on each image according to the image type and settings.
: Moving image le : V oice memo file : E-mail le : Print mark
- : Protect mark TEXT: T ext mark TIFF: TIFF mark (No mark): Normal recording (no settings)
To display the next (previous) index screen
Select v/V at the lower left of the LCD screen.
1
To return to normal playback (single image)
Select the desired image with the
control button.
Select [3] (RETURN).
Note
You cannot display images recorded in TEXT mode on the INDEX screen.
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Notes
Enlarging a part of the still image (Zoom and trimming)
2,4
1
Set the MODE selector to PLAY.
2
Display the image to be enlarged.
3
Zoom in/out the image with the zoom button.
The zoom scaling indicator appears on the LCD screen.
Press the control button
B
Various playback
4
repeatedly to select the desired part of the image.
v: The image moves downward V: The image moves upward b: The image moves rightward B: The image moves leftward
To return to the normal size Zoom in with the zoom button until the
zoom scaling indicator ( × 1.1) disappears from the screen, or simply press z.
To record an enlarged image (trimming)
1Enlarge the image. 2Press the shutter button. The image
is recorded at 640×480 size, then the display returns to the image display before enlargement.
You cannot trim images recorded in TEXT
mode or uncompressed images.
The maximum zoom magnification is 5
the original image, regardless of the image
1
size.
The picture quality of trimmed images
may deteriorate.
3
The original picture remains even after
trimming.
The trimmed image is recorded as the
newest le.
×
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Rotating a still image
2,3
1
(ROTATE)
2,3,4
1 Set the MODE selector to
PLAY.
2 Display the image to rotate. 3 Select [FILE] and then
[ROTATE] from the menu. Rotate the image clockwise
4
or counterclockwise ,
then select [RETURN].
Notes
You may not be able to rotate protected
images or images recorded with other equipment.
Also, when viewing images on a personal
computer, the image rotation information may not be reected depending on the application software.
You cannot rotate protected or
uncompressed images, or images recorded in TEXT mode.
Playing back the images in order (SLIDE SHOW)
This function is useful for checking the
1
recorded images or for presentations, etc.
Set the MODE selector to
1
PLAY. Select [FILE] and then [SLIDE
2
SHOW] from the menu.
Set the following items.
INTERVAL
1 MIN (one minute), 30 SEC (30 seconds), 10 SEC (10 seconds), 5 SEC (5 seconds), 3 SEC (3 seconds)
REPEAT
ON: Plays back images in a
continuous loop until [RETURN] is selected.
OFF: After all images have been
played back, the slide show ends.
3 Select [START] with the
control button.
The slide show begins.
To cancel the slide show Select [CANCEL] in step 2 or 3.
To skip to the next/previous image during slide show playback
b/B
at the lower left of the LCD
Select screen.
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Note
The [INTERVAL] setting time is approximate, and may vary depending on the played back image size or other factors.
B
Various playback
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Viewing images on a TV screen
Before connecting your camera, be sure to turn off the TV. After connecting A/V connecting cable (DSC-S50) or VIDEO connecting cable (DSC-S30), turn on the TV.
Set the TV/VIDEO switch to VIDEO.
A/V connecting cable or VIDEO connecting cable (supplied)
to A/V OUT jack or VIDEO OUT jack
1 Connect your camera and the
TV. DSC-S50
Connect the A/V connecting cable to the A/V OUT jack of your camera and to the audio/video input jacks of the TV.
If your TV has stereo type audio input jacks, connect the audio plug of the A/V connecting cable to the Lch jack.
DSC-S30
Connect the video cable to the VIDEO OUT jack of your camera and to the video input jack of the TV.
2 Turn on the TV, then start
playback on your camera.
The playback image appears on the TV screen.
Note
You cannot use a TV that has an antenna (aerial) connector only.
Editing
B
Preventing accidental erasure (PROTECT)
The - (protect) indicator appears on protected images.
1,2,3
In single mode
Set the MODE selector to
1
PLAY, then display the image to protect.
2 Select [FILE], [PROTECT],
and then [ON] from the menu.
The displayed image is protected and - appears.
To release protection Select [OFF] in step 2.
In INDEX mode
1 Set the MODE selector to
PLAY, then display the INDEX screen.
Select [FILE], [PROTECT],
2
and then [ALL] or [SELECT] from the menu.
3 When you select [ALL]
Select [ON]. All the images recorded in Memory Stick are protected.
When you select [SELECT]
Select all the images to protect with the control button, then select [ENTER].
The selected images are protected.
1
To release protection If you selected [ALL] in step 2, select
[OFF]. If you selected [SELECT] in step 2, select the images to unprotect with the control button, then select [ENTER].
B
Editing
Deleting images (DELETE)
You cannot delete protected les.
1,2,3
In single mode
1 Set the MODE selector to
PLAY, then display the image to delete.
Select [DELETE] and then
2
[OK] from the menu.
The image is deleted.
In INDEX mode
Set the MODE selector to
1
PLAY, then display the INDEX screen.
2 Select [DELETE] and then
[ALL] or [SELECT] from the menu.
3 When you select [ALL]
Select [ENTER]. All unprotected images are deleted.
When you select [SELECT]
Select all the images to delete with the control button, then select [ENTER].
The (delete) indicator appears on the selected images and these images are deleted.
1
To cancel deleting Select [CANCEL] in step 2 or 3.
Note
If there are les on the Memory Stick with names having the same last 4 digits as the
le name of the image to be deleted, these les are also deleted at the same time.
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1-12
Changing the recorded still
1,2
1
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1 Set the MODE selector to
PLAY, then display the INDEX screen.
2 Select [TOOL], [COPY], and
then [SELECT] from the menu.
3 Select the image to copy.
The (select) indicator appears on the image.
4 Select [ENTER].
MEMORY STICK ACCESS appears.
5 When “CHANGE MEMORY
STICK is displayed, eject the Memory Stick.
INSERT MEMORY STICK appears.
6 Insert another Memory
Stick.
RECORDING appears. When copying is completed, COMPLETE appears. If you exchange the Memory Stick, the same image is copied again.
In INDEX mode
After copying is nished Select [EXIT].
If you do not select [EXIT], the same image is copied each time you exchange the Memory Stick.
To cancel copying part-way Change the MODE selector setting or
turn off the power.
Notes
You cannot copy uncompressed images.
You cannot copy images that are bigger
than 1.4 MB at once. If NOT ENOUGH MEMORY” appears or flashes on the INDEX screen, cancel some images to copy and try again.
image size (RESIZE)
1,2,3
1 Set the MODE selector to
PLAY and display the image to resize.
2 Select [TOOL] and then
[RESIZE] from the menu.
3 Select the desired image
size. DSC-S50
1600×1200, 1024×768, 640 ×480
DSC-S30
1472×1104, 1280×960, 1024×768, 640×480
The changed image is recorded, then the display returns to the image display before resizing.
To return to the original size Select [CANCEL] in step 3.
Notes
You cannot change the size of images
recorded in TEXT mode or uncompressed images.
When you change from a small size to a
large size, the picture quality deteriorates.
The original image is retained even after
resizing.
The resized image is recorded as the
newest le.
Copying images (COPY)
You can copy images to another Memory Stick.
1
In single mode
Set the MODE selector to
1
PLAY, then display the image to copy.
2 Select [TOOL], [COPY], and
then [OK] from the menu.
FILE ACCESS appears.
When CHANGE MEMORY
3
STICK” appears, eject the Memory Stick.
INSERT MEMORY STICK appears.
Insert the Memory Stick” on
4
which to copy the image.
RECORDING appears. When copying is completed, COMPLETE appears. If you exchange the Memory Stick, the same image is copied again.
After copying is nished Select [EXIT].
If you do not select [EXIT], the same image is copied each time you exchange the Memory Stick.
B
Editing
1
,2,3,4
Selecting still images to print (PRINT MARK)
You can mark a print mark on still images recorded with your camera. This mark is convenient when you have images printed at a shop that conforms with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard.
,2,3,4
In single mode
1 Set the MODE selector to
PLAY and display the image you want to print.
Select [FILE], [PRINT MARK],
2
and then [ON] from the menu.
The (print) mark is displayed on the image.
To unmark the print mark Select [OFF] in step 2.
In INDEX mode
1 Set the MODE selector to
PLAY, then display the INDEX screen.
2 Select [FILE], [PRINT MARK],
and then [SELECT] from the menu.
3 Select the images to mark
with the control button.
Select [ENTER].
4
of the selected images change
from green to white.
To unmark selected print marks
1
Select the images to unmark in step 3 with the control button, then select [ENTER].
To unmark all the print marks Select [FILE], [PRINT MARK],
[ALL] and then [OFF] from the menu.
of all images are unmarked.
Notes
You cannot mark moving images or
images recorded in TEXT mode.
If you mark an image recorded in TIFF
mode with a print mark, only the uncompressed image is printed, and the JPEG image recorded at the same time is not printed.
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B
Editing
Additional information
Precautions
On cleaning
Cleaning the LCD screen
Wipe the screen surface with a cleaning cloth (not supplied) or a LCD cleaning kit (not supplied) to remove ngerprints, dust, etc.
Cleaning the camera surface
Clean the camera surface with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water, then wipe the surface dry. Do not use any type of solvent such as thinner, alcohol or benzene as this may damage the nish or the casing.
After using your camera at the seashore or other dusty locations
Clean your camera carefully. Otherwise, the salty air may corrode the metal ttings or dust may enter the inside of your camera, causing a malfunction.
Note on operating temperature
Your camera is designed for use between the temperatures of 32˚F and 104˚F (0˚C and 40˚C). Recording in extremely cold or hot places that exceed this range is not recommended.
On moisture condensation
If the camera is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, or is placed in a very damp room, moisture may condense inside or outside the camera. Should this occur, the camera will not operate properly.
Moisture condensation occurs easily when:
The camera is brought from a cold location
such as a ski slope into a warmly heated room.
The camera is taken from an air-
conditioned room or car interior to the hot outdoors, etc.
How to prevent moisture condensation
When bringing the camera from a cold place to a warm place, seal the camera in a plastic bag and allow it to adapt to conditions at the new location over a period of time (about an hour).
If moisture condensation occurs
Turn off the camera and wait about an hour for the moisture to evaporate. Note that if you attempt to record with moisture remaining inside the lens, you will be unable to record clear images.
On AC power adaptor
Unplug the unit from the wall outlet
(mains) when you are not using the unit for a long time.
To disconnect the power cord (mains lead),
pull it out by the plug. Never pull the power cord (mains lead) itself.
Do not operate the unit with a damaged
cord or if the unit has been dropped or damaged.
Do not bend the power cord (mains lead)
forcibly, or place a heavy object on it. This will damage the cord and may cause re or electrical shock.
Prevent metallic objects from coming into
contact with the metal parts of the connecting section. If this happens, a short may occur and the unit may be damaged.
Always keep metal contacts clean.
Do not disassemble the unit.
Do not apply mechanical shock or drop the
unit.
While the unit is in use, particularly during
charging, keep it away from AM receivers and video equipment. AM reception and video operation are disturbed.
The unit becomes warm during use. This is
not a malfunction.
Do not place the unit in locations that are:
Extremely hot or coldDusty or dirtyVery humidVibrating
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On battery pack
Use only the specied charger with the
charging function.
To prevent accident from a short circuit, do
not allow metal objects to come into contact with the battery terminals.
Keep the battery pack away from re.
Never expose the battery pack to
temperatures above 140˚F (60˚C), such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight.
Keep the battery pack dry.
Do not expose the battery pack to any
mechanical shock.
Do not disassemble nor modify the battery
pack.
Install the battery pack to the camera
securely.
Charging while some capacity remains
does not affect the original battery capacity.
If any problem occurs, unplug your camera and contact your nearest Sony dealer.
On internal rechargeable button battery
This camera has an internal rechargeable button battery for maintaining the date and time and other settings regardless of whether the power is on or off. This rechargeable button battery is constantly charged as long as you are using the camera. However, if you use the camera for only short periods it discharges gradually, and if you do not use the camera at all for about half a year it becomes completely discharged. In this case, be sure to charge this rechargeable button battery before using the camera. However, even if this rechargeable button battery is not charged, you can still use the camera as long as you do not record the date and time.
Charging method
Connect the camera to a wall outlet (mains) with the AC power adaptor, or install a charged battery pack, and leave the camera for 24 hours or more with the POWER switch set to OFF.
On Memory Sticks
Memory Stick is a new compact, portable and versatile IC recording medium with a data capacity that exceeds a oppy disk. Memory Stick is specially designed for exchanging and sharing digital data among Memory Stick compatible products. Because it is removable, Memory Stick can also be used for external data storage.
There are two types of Memory Sticks: general Memory Sticks and MagicGate Memory Sticks that are equipped with the MagicGate* copyright protection technology. You can use both types of Memory Stick with your camera. However, because your camera does not support the MagicGate standards, data recorded with your camera is not subject to MagicGate copyright protection.
MagicGate is copyright protection
technology that uses encryption technology.
Notes
Do not remove the Memory Stick while
reading or writing data.
Data may be damaged if:
you remove the Memory Stick or turn
off your camera while reading or writing data.
you use the Memory Stick in a
location subject to the effects of static electricity or noise.
Do not attach any other material than the
supplied label on the labeling position.
Attach the label so that it does not stick out
from the proper attachment location.
When you carry or store the Memory
Stick, put it in its supplied case.
Do not touch the terminals of a Memory
Stick with your hand or a metal object.
Do not strike, bend or drop the Memory
Stick.
Do not disassemble or modify the
Memory Stick.
Do not allow the Memory Stick to get
wet.
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Additional information
Memory Stick, , “MagicGate Memory Stick and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
MagicGate and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
Using your camera abroad
Power sources
You can use your camera in any country or area with the supplied battery charger within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Use the supplied AC power adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet (mains) [b].
AC-L10
Watching the playback picture on TV
If you want to view the playback picture on a TV, you need a TV having a video input jack and a video connecting cable. The color system of the TV must be the same as that of your digital still camera. TV color systems differ from country to country. Check the following list:
NTSC system countries
Bahama Islands, Bolivia, Canada, Central America, Chile, Columbia, Ecuador, Jamaica, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Peru, Surinam, Taiwan, the Philippines, the U.S.A., Venezuela, etc.
PAL system countries
Australia, Austria, Belgium, China, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Great Britain, Holland, Hong Kong, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, etc.
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PAL-M system country
Brazil
PAL-N system countries
Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay
SECAM system countries
Bulgaria, Czech Republic, France, Guiana, Hungary, Iran, Iraq, Monaco, Poland, Russia, Slovak Republic, Ukraine, etc.
Troubleshooting
If you experience trouble with your camera, rst check the following items. Should your camera still not operate properly after you have made these checks, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. If code displays (C:ss:ss) appear on the LCD screen, the self-diagnosis display function is working (page 62).
Symptom Cause and/or Solution
Your camera does not work.
Your camera cannot record images.
The picture is out of focus. • Your camera is not in macro recording mode when
The resizing function does not work.
You cannot display a print mark.
The picture is noisy. Your camera is placed near a TV or other
You are not using an “InfoLITHIUM battery pack.
t Use an InfoLITHIUM battery pack (page 8).
The battery level is low (the E indicator appears
on the LCD screen). t Charge the battery pack (page 9).
The AC power adaptor is not connected securely.
t Connect it rmly to the DC IN jack of your
camera and a wall outlet (mains) (page 12).
The built-in microcomputer is not working
properly. t Disconnect and then reconnect all power
sources after one minute. Then turn the power on by sliding the POWER switch down and check that the camera works properly.
The MODE selector is set to PLAY.
t Set it to MOVIE or STILL (pages 16, 20).
No Memory Stick has been inserted into your
camera. t Insert a Memory Stick (page 15).
The write-protect tab on the Memory Stick is set
to LOCK. t Set it to the recording position.
you shoot a subject that is about 1 3/16 to 9 7/8 inches (3 to 25 cm) away from the lens.
t Set the macro recording mode (page 41). t Press the zoom button to set to the W side.
You cannot resize moving images and text images.
You cannot display print marks on moving images
and text images.
equipment that uses strong magnets. t Move your camera away from the TV, etc.
Additional information
Symptom Cause and/or Solution
The picture is too dark. You are shooting a subject with a light source
The ash does not work. The ash is set to .
The date and time are recorded incorrectly.
Vertical streaks appear when you are shooting a very bright subject.
The battery life is short. You are recording/playing back images under
The battery remaining indicator is incorrect.
Sufcient battery remaining indicator is displayed but the power runs out soon.
The zoom does not work. • PROGRAM AE is set to the Panfocus mode.
Digital zoom does not function.
behind the subject.
t Adjust the exposure (page 43). t Adjust the brightness of the LCD screen (page
35).
t Set the ash to auto (no indicator), or
(page 19).
PROGRAM AE is set to the Twilight, Twilight
plus, or Panfocus mode. t Cancel the mode (page 42) or set the ash to
.
The MODE selector is set to MOVIE (DSC-S50
only). t Set it to STILL.
The date and time are not set correctly.
t Set the correct date and time (page 13).
The smear phenomenon is happening.
t This is not a malfunction.
extremely cold temperatures.
The battery pack is not charged enough.
t Charge the battery pack fully.
The battery pack is dead.
t Replace the battery pack with a new one.
You have used the camera for a long time in an
extremely hot or an extremely cold location.
The battery pack is dead.
t Replace the battery pack with a new one (page
8).
The battery pack is discharged.
t Install a charged battery pack (pages 8, 9). t Fully charge the battery pack (page 9).
t Cancel the Panfocus mode (page 42).
You cannot use digital zoom to record moving
pictures.
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Symptom Cause and/or Solution
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Self-diagnosis display
Your camera has a self-diagnosis display. This function displays the camera condition on the LCD screen with a combination of a letter and four digits of numbers. If this occurs, check the following code chart. The code informs you of the cameras current condition. The last two digits (indicated by ss) will differ depending on the state of the camera.
If you are unable to solve the problem even after trying the corrective actions a few times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
First three digits Cause and/or Corrective Action
C:32:ss There is trouble with your cameras hardware.
t Turn the power off and on again.
C:13:ss An unformatted Memory Stick is inserted.
t Format the Memory Stick (page 32).
The inserted Memory Stick cannot be used with
your camera, or is damaged. t Insert a new Memory Stick (page 15).
E:61:ss E:91:ss
A camera malfunction that you cannot reverse has
occurred. t Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized
Sony service facility and inform them of the 5­digit service code. (example: E:61:10)
Your camera cannot play back images.
The image and sound break off when you play back an image on a personal computer.
The image cannot be played back on a personal computer.
Your camera cannot delete an image.
The power turns off suddenly.
The image does not appear on the TV screen.
A le error occurs when you play back a le.
The PROGRAM AE function does not work.
The LCD screen freezes momentarily.
The MODE selector is set to STILL or MOVIE.
t Set it to PLAY (page 21).
You are playing back the file directly from the
Memory Stick.
t Copy the le to the hard disk of the personal
computer and then play back the le from the hard disk (page 27).
t Consult the personal computer or software
manufacturer.
The image is protected.
t Cancel the protection (page 49).
With the MODE selector set to STILL or MOVIE,
if you do not operate the camera for about three minutes while the power is on, the camera turns off automatically to prevent wearing down the battery. t Turn on the camera.
The battery is discharged.
t Replace it with a charged battery.
The video output signal setting of your camera is
incorrect. t Change the setting (page 48).
The image size is larger than 1600 ×1200. t Use an image size of 1600×1200 or smaller.
The camera is set to text mode. t Cancel text mode (page 42).
This is a characteristic of the system and is not a malfunction.
Additional information
Symptom Cause and/or Solution
Your personal computer does not recognize your camera.
The camera is turned off.
t Turn on the camera.
The battery level is low.
t Use the AC power adaptor (page 12).
The USB cable is not connected rmly.
t Disconnect the USB cable, and connect it again
rmly. Make sure that PC MODE is displayed on the LCD screen (page 26).
The USB connectors on your personal computer
are connected to other equipment besides the keyboard, the mouse, and your camera. t Disconnect the USB cables except for the ones
connected to the keyboard, the mouse, and your camera (page 24).
Warning and notice messages
Various messages appear on the LCD screen. Check the corresponding descriptions in the following list.
Message Meaning
NO MEMORY STICK No Memory Stick has been inserted. SYSTEM ERROR Turn the power off and on again. MEMORY STICK ERROR The inserted Memory Stick cannot be
FORMAT ERROR Failed to format the Memory Stick. MEMORY STICK LOCKED The write-protect tab on the Memory
NO MEMORY SPACE The capacity of the Memory Stick is
NO FILE No image has been recorded on the
FILE ERROR An error occurred while playing back the
FILE PROTECT The image is protected against erasure. for InfoLITHIUM battery only The battery is not the InfoLITHIUM
NOT ENOUGH MEMORY The images you want to copy are too big
DIRECTORY ERROR A directory with the same name already
IMAGE SIZE OVER You are playing back an image of a size
INVALID OPERATION You are playing back a le that was
E
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used with your camera, or is damaged.
Stick is set to the LOCK position.
full, and you cannot record or copy images.
Memory Stick.
image.
type.
to copy with your camera.
exists.
that cannot be played back with your camera.
created on equipment other than your camera.
The battery level is low or zero. The image is protected.
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Additional information
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Self-diagnosis display
C:ss:ss
You can reverse the camera malfunction yourself.
E:ss: ss
Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
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LCD screen indicators
The indicators during recording
A Battery remaining indicator B PROGRAM AE/ash level/ash
mode indicator
C White balance/EV level/
sharpness indicator
D Picture effect indicator E Date/time indicator F Aperture/shutter speed
indicator
G AE lock/focus lock indicator H Recording mode indicator I Image size indicator
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J Self-diagnosis function/
recording time indicator
K Number of recorded images L Remaining memory capacity
indicator
M Moving image/VOICE recor
time indicator (DSC-S50 only)
N Self-timer indicator O Spot light-metering indicator P Focus/macro mode indicator Q Menu bar and guide menu
They appear by pressing v on the control button and disappear by pressing V of it.
ding
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This set can be disassembled in the order shown below.
DSC-S30/S50
SECTION 2

DISASSEMBLY

DSC-S30/S50
2-2. FRONT CABINET BLOCK
ASSEMBLY (page 2-3)
2-3. BATTERY LID ASSEMBLY
AND CONTROL SWITCH BLOCK (page 2-3)
2-4. FLASH UNIT AND
UPPER CABINT BLOCK (page 2-4)
2-1. PD-127 BOARD AND
INDICATOR MODULE (page 2-2)
2-5. MS-50 BOARD AND
BT HOLDER ASSEMBLY (page 2-4)
2-6. LENS BLOCK ASSEMBLY
(page 2-5)
2-7. SY-58 BOARD, DD-141
BOARD AND JK-194 BOARD (page 2-5)
2-8. CONTROL SWITCH BLOCK
AND SW-339 BOARD (page 2-6)
SERVICE POSITION (LCD PANEL AND PD-127 BOARD) (page 2-2)
2-9. HINGE ASSEMBLY AND
KJ-11 BOARD (page 2-7)
OVERALL CHECK SERVICE POSITION (page 2-6)
• ATTACHMENT OF CPC-9 JIG
BT holder assembly
SY-58 board (CN709)
CPC lid
1
CPC lid (Note 3)
Note 1: Don’t use the 12 pin flexible board of
CPC-9 jig. It causes damage to the unit.
Note 2: The old CPC-9 jig (Parts code: J-6082-393-B)
cannot be used, because it cannot operate the adjustment remote commander.
Note 3: In removing the CPC lid, start from
the upper side.
18
CPC-9 jig (J-6082-393-C) (18P flexible board) (Note 1, 2)
Open the battery lid assembly
1 18
2-1
Note: Follow the disassembly procedure in the numerical order given.
2-1. PD-127 BOARD AND INDICATOR MODULE
1 Screw
(M2)
0 PD-127 board and
5 P cabinet
(Rear)
4 Two claws
3 Two screws
(M2)
Display block
8 Flexible board
inverter transformer unit
qs Screw
(1.7 × 4)
(CN851)
2 Screw
(M2)
7 Flexible board
9 Two claws
qd Two screws
(M1.7)
6 Screw
(M1.7)
(CN901)
qg Indicator module
qf Cold cathode
fluorescent tube
qa Two connectors
(CN801, 802)
Note: In removing 3 two screws,
rotate the display block.
[SERVICE POSITION (LCD PANEL and PD-127 BOARD)]
Adjustment remote commander
CPC-9 jig (J-6082-393-C) (Note 1, 2)
Note 1: Don't use the 12 pin flexible board of CPC-9 jig.
It causes damage to the unit.
Note 2: The old CPC-9 jit (Parts code: J-6082-393-B) cannot be used,
because it cannot operate the adjustment remote commander.
Inverter transformer unit
Cold cathode fluorescent tube
PD-127 board
Indicator module
AC power adaptor
AC IN
2-2
2-2. FRONT CABINET BLOCK ASSEMBLY
BT holder assembly
CPC lid
qa CPC lid
1 Open the battery lid
assembly.
8 Flexible board
(CN707)
2 Screw
(2 × 4)
7 Front cabinet
9 Connector
(CN706)
block assembly
6 Two screws
(2 × 4)
5 Two screws
(2 × 4)
4 Screw
(2 × 4)
0 Two connectors
(CN710, 712) (S50)
0 Connector
(CN712) (S30)
3 Screw
(2 × 4)
Note: In removing the CPC lid,
start from the upper side.
2-3. BATTERY LID ASSEMBLY AND CONTROL SWITCH BLOCK
4 Remove the control switch block
(Mode SW) in the direction of arrow A.
Note: In mounting the control
switch block (Mode SW), align the mode SW konb with the sleeve knob.
2 Screw
(1.7 × 4)
1 Battery lid
assembly
3 Screw
(1.7 × 4)
A
Sleeve
2-3
2-4. FLASH UNIT AND UPPER CABINET BLOCK
1 Two screws
(1.7 × 4)
3 Upper cabinet block
2 Claw
5 Three screws
(1.7 × 4)
2-5. MS-50 BOARD AND BT HOLDER ASSEMBLY
Capacitor
4 Flash unit
Note: Do not touch the capacitor
terminals. You could get an electric shock.
8 Speaker (S50) 5 Buzzer (S30)
7 Microphone
unit
6 MISP holder
(S50)
9 BT holder
4 MS-50 board
3 Three screws
(1.7 × 4)
5 Connector
(CN005)
assembly
0 DC-IN
connector
1 Connector
(CN001)
8 Screw
(1.7 × 4)
7 Screw
(1.7 × 4)
6 Connector
(CN002)
2 FP-024 flexible board
(CN003)
2-4
2-6. LENS BLOCK ASSEMBLY
8 Screw
(M1.7 )
4 Two screws
(1.7 × 4)
5 SY-58 board
6 Flexible board
(CN708)
7 Three connectors
(CN701, 702, 713)
2 FP-025
flexible board (CN703)
0 Connector
(CN711)
qa DD-141 board
9 Screw
(M1.7)
1 FP-026 flexible
board (CN201)
3 Screw
(1.7 × 4)
qs Screw
(1.7 × 4)
qf JK-194 board
qd Open the JK lid.
Note: Do not remove
these two screws.
1 FP-023 flexible
board (CN101)
2 Flexible board
(CN183)
3 Screw
(1.7 × 4)

4 Lens block assembly

2-7. SY-58 BOARD, DD-141 BOARD AND JK-194 BOARD
2-5
2-8. CONTROL SWITCH BLOCK AND SW-339 BOARD
3 Control switch block
(Zoom/power SW)
1 Two screws
(1.7 × 4)
2 Screw
(1.7 × 4)
4 Two screws
(1.7 × 4)
5 Screw
(1.7 × 4)
6 SW-339 board
[OVERALL CHECK SERVICE POSITION]
Adjustment remote commander
CPC-9 jig (J-6082-393-C) (Note 1, 2)
Control switch block (Mode SW)
SY-58 board
Note: In mounting the SW-339 board,
DC-IN connector
Memory stick
align the SW knob (S109) with the slide knob holder.
Slide knob holder
S109
AC power adaptor
MS-58 board
DD-141 board
AC IN
Lens block assembly
Capacitor
Flash unit (Note 3)
Note 1: Don't use the 12 pin flexible board of CPC-9 jig.
It causes damage to the unit.
Note 2: The old CPC-9 jig (Parts code: J-6082-393-B) Cannot be used,
because it cannot operate the adjustment remote commander.
Note 3: Do not touch the capacitor terminals.
You could get an electric shock.
Power SW
2-6
SW-339 board
Extention cable (J-6082-398-A): L=200mm (J-6082-357-A): L=100mm
Extention cable (J-6082-423-A)
JK-194 board
2-9. HINGE ASSEMBLY AND KJ-11 BOARD
0 Remove the hinge assembly after
turning it toward arrow
A direction.
A
6 P cabinet (Front)
7 Two screws
(M1.7)
8 BL fixed plate
qs KJ-11 board
qa KJ clip
3 Hinge cover (T)
4 Screw
(M1.7)
9 Three screws
(M1.7)
5 Hinge cover (B)
1 Screw
(M1.7)
2 Claw
2-7
2-10. CIRCUIT BOARDS LOCATION
SY-58 AUDIO, TG/AFE, LENS DRIVE, CAMERA, DISPLAY, MEMORY CONTROL,
( )
SH DISP, HI CONTROL
Inverter transformer unit
Cold cathode fluorescent tube
Indicator module
Flash unit
MS-50 FU/MEMORY
( )
STICK
2-11. FLEXIBLE BOARDS LOCATION
PD-127 LCD DRIVE,
( )
TIMING GENERATOR
CD-262
DD-141 DC/DC CONVERTER,
( )
VIDEO, USB
(CCD IMAGER)
JK-194 (USB, A/V OUT)
KJ-11 (PANEL REVERSE)
SW-339 (SWITCH)
Control switch block (Mode SW)
Control switch block (Zoom/Power SW)
FP-024
2-8
2-8 E
FP-025
FP-023
FP-026
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