Sony DSC-S980, DSC-S950 Owner’s Manual

Owner's Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space
provided below. Reler to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DSC=$9501S980
Serial No.
moisture.
IMPORTANT
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
-SAVETHESE INSTRUCTIONS
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FIREORELECTRIC
SHOCK,CAREFULLY
FOLLOWTHESE INSTRUCTIONS
lithe shape ollhe plug does nol lit the power outlet, use an allachmeat plug adaptor of the proper conliguration for the power outlet.
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Battery pack
lfthe batter2r pack is mishandled, the battery pack can hurst, cause a fire or even chemical burns.
Observe the following cautious.
Do not disassemble.
Do not crush and do not expose the battery pack to any shock or lorce such as hammering, dropping or stepping on it.
Do not short circuit and do not allow metal objects to come into contact with the battery
terminals.
Do not expose to high temperature above 60°C (140°F) such as in direct sunlight or in a cat" parked in the sun.
Do not incinerate or dispose of in fire.
Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries.
Be sure to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that
can charge the battery pack.
Keep the battery pack out of the reach of small children.
Keep the battery pack dry.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by Sony.
Dispose of used battery packs promptly as described in the instructions.
Battery charger
Even it" the CHARGE lamp is not lit, the batter2r charger is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket). If some trouble occurs while using the hattery charger, immediately shut off the power by disconnecting the plug from the wall outlet (wall socket).
RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES
Lithiumdou hntteries are recyclable.
You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable hatteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you.
For more infk_rmatiou regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call toll free
1-800-822-8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium-Ion batteries.
Battery pack
This device complies with Pm't 15 of the F('C Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmfifl
inteHi2reuce, and (2) this device must accept any interli_reuce received, including interli_reuce that may cause undesired operation.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian 1CES4)03.
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If you have any questions abnut this product, you )nay call:
Sony Customer lu[k>rmatinn Center
1-800-222-SONY (7669) The number below is for tlle FCC related matters only.
Regulatory Information
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSC-S980 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo,
San Diego, CA 92127U.S.A.
Telephone No.: 858-942-2230
This device cnmplies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to tlle following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harnlfnl interference, and (2) this device must accept any interli_reuce received, including interli_reuce that may cause undesired operation.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSC-S950 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo,
San Diego, CA 92127U.S.A.
Telephone No.: 858-942-2230
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to tlle following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harnlfnl interference, and (2) this device must accept any interli_reuce received, including interli_reuce that may cause undesired operation.
CAUTION
You are cautioned theft _ln_ chmlges or
modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
Note:
This equipnlent has been tested mid found to comply with the limits for a Class g digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against lmrmflfl 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 harmflfl interli_reuce to
radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interfi_reuce will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipmeut does
cause harmful interfi_reuce to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, tlle user is encouraged to try to correct tlle interference by one or more of the fnllnwiug measures:
Reorient or relocate tile receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the
equipmeut and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit difli_reut from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The supplied interf:_ce cable nmst be used with the equipment in order to comply with the limits lot a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of
FCC Rules.
Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply, See
www.dtsc.ca.gnv/hazardou swaste/perchlorate
Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains perchlorate.
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This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for
using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet).
Attention
The electrom;_gnetic fields ;it the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound
of this unit.
Notice
If static electricity or electrom;_gnetism c;mses data translbr to discontinue midway (l_.dl), restart the application or disconnect and connect the communication cable (USB, etc.) again.
Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable
in the European Union and other European countries with separate
collection systems)
This symbol on the product ur on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste, lnstead it shall be handed over
to the applicable collection point lot the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By
ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences
for the environment and human l_ealth, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste
handliug of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources.
For more detailed in[k_rmation about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic
Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
Disposal of waste batteries
(applicable in the European
Union and other European
countries with separate collection systems)
This symbol on the battery or on the packaging indicates that the battery provided with this product shall not be treated as household waste.
By ensuring these batteries are disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potentially negative consequences fur the environment and human health which conld otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of the battery. The recycling of the materials will help to conserve
natural resources. In case of products that for safety, peHbrnmnce or
data integrity reasons require a permanem connection with an incorporated battery, this battery shonld be replaced by qualified service staff only.
To ensure that the battery will be treated properly, hand over the product at end-of-lile to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
For all other batteries, please view the section on how to remove the battery from the product
salbly. Hand the battery over to the applicable collection point fur the recycling of waste batteries.
For more detailed iulormation about recycling of this product or battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
Notice for the customers in the countries applying EU Directives
The manulhcturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-l Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108- 0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product salkety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61,70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please re[er to tile addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents.
A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and
convenience. Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be
replaced, a fuse of the same rating as tile supplied one and approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362. (i.e.. marked with an @ or _ mark) must be
used. If the plug supplied with this equipment has a
detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach tile filse cover after you change tile fuse. Never use the
plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony
service station.
Table of contents
Notes on using your camera .................................................................... 8
Getting started ................................................................................. 9
Checking the accessories supplied ......................................................... 9
1 Preparing the battery pack .................................................................. 10
2 Inserting the battery pack/"Memory Stick Duo" media
(sold separately) ..................................................................................... 11
3 Turning the camera on/setting the clock ............................................. 13
Shooting images easily ................................................................. 14
Mode dial/Zoom/Flash/Macro/Self-timer/Display/Image size ................. 15
Viewing/deleting images ............................................................... 17
Indicators on the screen ............................................................... 19
Changing the settings - Menu/Setup .......................................... 21
Menu items ............................................................................................. 23
Setup items ............................................................................................. 24
Enjoying your computer ............................................................... 25
Supported Operating Systems for USB connection and application
software (supplied) ................................................................................. 25
Viewing "Cyber-shot Handbook". .......................................................... 26
Battery life and memory capacity ................................................ 27
Battery life and number of images you can record/view ........................ 27
Number of still images and recordable time of movies .......................... 28
Troubleshooting ............................................................................ 30
Battery pack and power ......................................................................... 30
Shooting still images/movies .................................................................. 31
Viewing images ...................................................................................... 31
Precautions .................................................................................... 32
Specifications ................................................................................ 33
Notesonusingyourcamera
Internal memory and "Memory Stick Duo" media back up
Do not turn off the camera, remove the batter_ pack, or remove the "Memory Stick Duo" media while the access lamp is lit. Otherwise, the internal memory data or "Memory Stick Duo" media may be damaged. Be sure to make a backup copy to protect your data.
Notes on recording/playback
Before you start recording, make u trial
recording to make sure that tile camera is working correctly.
The camera is neither dust-pronE nor splash-
proof, nor water-prooE Read "Precautions" (page 32) belore operating tile camera.
Avoid exposing the camera to water. If water
enters inside tile camera, a mallhnction may occl/r, hi some cases, tile camera cannnt be
repaired.
Do not aim the camera at the sun or other bright
light. It may cause tile malflmction of the camera.
Do not use tile camera near a location that
generates strong radio waves or emits radiation. Otherwise, the camera may not properly record or play back images.
Using the camera in sandy or dusty locations
may cause malfi.mctions.
If moistm'e condensation occurs, remove it
belore using the camera (page 32).
Do not shake or strike the camera. It may cause
a malflmction and you may not be able to record images. Furthernlore, the recording media may become unusable or image data may be damaged.
Clean the flash snrlace before use. The heat of
flash emission may cause dirt on the flash smi_.tce to become discolored or to stick to tile
flash surl'.tce, resulting in insufficient light emission.
Notes on the LCD screen and lens
Tile LCD screen is manufactured using
extremely high-precisinn technology, so over
99.99% of tile pixels are operational for efli_ctive use. However, some tiny black and/or bright dots (white, red, blue or green) may appear on the LCD screen. These dots are a normal result of the manufacturing process, and do not affect the recording.
When tile battery level becomes low, the lens might stop moving. Insert a charged battery
pack and turn on tile camera again.
On image data compatibility
The camera c(mforms with DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) universal standard
established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and lnfi_rmation Technology Industries
Association).
Sony does not guarantee that tile camera will play back images recorded or edited with other equipment, or that other equipment will play back images recorded with tile camera.
On the overheat protection
The povv'er may go off atm_matically to protect the camera depending on tile temperature of the unit or tile battery pack. In this case, the message appears on tile screen before the power goes off.
Warning on copyright
Tele,Asion programs, fihns, videotapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws.
No compensation for damaged content or recording failure
Sony cannot compensate fnr failure to record or loss or damage of recorded content due to a malfimctinn of the camera or recording media,
etc.
Gettingstarted
Checkingtheaccessoriessupplied
Ballery charger B(7-CSK/B(_-CSKA (1) Dedicaled USB cable (1)
Dedica(ed A/V cable (1)
Power coM (mains lead) (1) (not supplied in the USA and Canada)
Wrisl sir@ (1)
Rechargeable ballery pack NP-BK 1 ( 1)
Attach the strap to prevent the camera from damage by being dropped.
CD-ROM (1) Cyber-shot application sol:ware
"Cyber-shot Handbook" "Cyber-shot Step-up Guide"
Instruction Manual (this manual) (1)
.ook
1 Preparing the battery pack
_)lnsert the battery pack into the battery charger.
Insert the battery pack as far as it will go, then press the back of the battery pack gently until it clicks.
OConnect the battery charger to the wall outlet (wall socket).
The CHARGE lamp lights up, and charging starts. When the CHARGE lamp turns off. charging is finished (Normal charge). Also, the CHARGE lamp
may turn off when the temperature is outside of the recommended operating temperature (10 to 30°C), as the charger is on standby.
Charging time
The table above shows the time required to charge a lully depleted battery pack at a temperature of 25°C
(77°F). Charging may take longer depending on conditions of use and circumstances.
See page 27 lot the number of images that can be recorded.
Connect the battery charger to the nearest wall outlet (wall socket).
When charging is finished, disconnect the power cord (mains lead) from the wall outlet (wall socket), and
remove the battery pack from the battery charger.
Be sure to use the battery pack or the battery charger of the gelmine Sony brand.
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2 Inserting the battery pack/"Memory Stick Duo" media (sold
separately)
OOpen the battery/"Memory Stick Duo" media cover.
O Insert the "Memory Stick Duo" media (sold separately).
_) Insert the battery pack.
_)Close the battery/"Memory Stick Duo" media cover.
When there is no "Memory Stick Duo" media inserted
The camera records/plays back images using the internal memory (approx, 12 MB),
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To check the remaining battery charge
Press tile ON/OFF (power) button to turn on and check tile remaining battery charge on tile LCD screen.
Remaining charge
indicator Status
It takes about one minute until the correct remaining charge indicator appears.
The remaining charge indicator may not be correct depending on conditions of use and circumstances.
The Clock Set screen appears when you turn on the camera for the first time (page 13).
To remove the battery pack/"Memory Stick Duo" media
Open the battery/"Memory Stick Duo" media cover.
"Memory Stick Duo" media Battery pack
Sufficient
power remaining
q22_
Baltery ahnost fully
charged
@
Battery halt' full
Battery low, recording/ playback will stop
soon.
Change the battery to a fully charged one, or charge the battery. (The warning indicator flashes.)
Make sure that the access lamp is not lit, then push the "Memory Stick Duo" media in once.
Never remove the battery pack/"Memory Stick Duo" media when the access lamp is lit. This may cause
damage to data in the "Memory Stick Duo" media/internal memory.
Slide the battery eject lever. Be sure not to drop the battery pack.
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3 Turningthe camera on/setting the clock
_) Press the ON/OFF (power) button.
O Set the clock with the control button.
1 Select the date display format with A/V, then press O.
2 Select each item with ._/1_ and set the numeric value with A/V, then press O. 3 Select [OK], then press O.
The camera does nol have a ligature for superimposing dates on images. By using "PMB" in the CD-ROM (supplied), you can print or save images wilh the dale.
Midnighl is indicated as 12:00 AM, and noon as 12:00 PM.
To change the date and time
Select [Clock Settings] in the _ (Setup) screen (page 21).
Notes on when the power is turned on
Once the battery pack is inserted in the camera, it may take time before operation becomes possible.
If the camera is running on battery power and you do not operate the camera for about three minutes, the camera turns off automatically to prevent wearing down the battery pack (Auto power-off function).
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Shootingimageseasily
OSelect a mode with the mode dial.
Still image (auto adjustment mode): Select t_l[. Movie: Select _.
OHold the camera steady, keeping your arms at your side.
in the center of the focus frame.
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OShoot with the shutter button.
Still image:
1 Fh'ess and hold the shutter button
halfway down to focus. The (AE/AF lock) indicator (green)
flashes, a beep sounds, the indicator stops flashing and remains lit.
2 Fh'ess the shutter button fully down.
The shutter sounds.
lVlovie: Fh'ess the shutter button fully down.
To stop recording, press the shutter button fully down again.
AE/AF lock indicator
Position the subject
The shortest shooting distance is approximately 5 cm (2 inches) (W)/50 cm (1 feet 7 3/4 inches) (T) (from lhe front ollhe lens).
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Mode dial/Zoom/Flash/Macro/Self-timer/Display/Imagesize
/ Using the mode dial
Set the mode dial to the desired functiom
a Auto Adjustment
Allows easy shooting with the settings adjusted automatically.
EASY Easy Shooting
Allows easy*shooting with easy-tn-see indicators.
P Program Auto
Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value). You can adjust other settings using the menu.
H Movie
Allows you to record movies.
SON *Scene Selection
Selects a setting ffnm the Scene Selection menu.
I_o High Sensitivity
Shoots images without a flash even in low lighting.
* SceneSelection
Press tire MENU bt/ttnll and select a setting.
@o
m_ S0ftSnap
Shnots a person's skin with a warmer look.
[] Landscape
Shnots with the li)ct/s on a distant subject.
_J Twilight Portrait
Shoots sharp images of people in a dark place without losing tire nighttime atmosphere.
Twilight
Shoots night scenes without losing the nighttime atmosphere.
}_'_ Beach
Shoots seaside or lakeside scenes with the blueness of the water captured mnre vividly.
Snow
Shoots snow scenes in white more clearly.
/W/T Using the zoom
tS"ess T to zoom, press W to undo zoom.
/ _ Flash (Selecting a flash mode
for still images)
tS"ess (_) on the control button repeatedly until the desired mode is selected.
_AIIO: FlashAuto
Strohes when there is insufficient light (delault setting).
$: Flash forced on _SL: Slow synchro (Flash forced on)
The shutter speed is slnw in a dark place to clearly shoot the background that is nut of
flash light.
@: Flash forced off
/_ Macro (Shooting close-up)
Press (_) on tile control button repeatedly until the desired mode is
selected.
_uT0 : Auto
The camera adjusts the focus automatically
fi'om distant subjects tn rinse-up. Normally, put the camera in this mode.
: Macro The camera adjusts the focus with priority on
clnse=up suhjects. Set Macro Oi1 when shooting close subjects.
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_Using the self-timer
tS"ess (_.)) on the control button repeatedly until the desired mode is
selected.
_(_FF: Not using the self-timer 6-.3o: Setting the 1O-second delayself-timer _2 : Setting the 2-second delayself-timer
When you press tile shutter button, tile self- timer lamp flashes and a beep sounds until the shutter operates.
Self-timer lamp
DISP Changing the screen
display
_'ess (DISP) on tile control button. Each time you press (DISP), the display changes as follows:
i _udicators oil
udicators on'
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':'The brighlness ol the LCD Backlight up
_L=j_To change the still image size
tS"ess """"-""l(Image Size), then press •/V to select the size.
To turn off the hnage Size menu, press If""= again.
For still images (DSC-S980)
L_: 12M Up to A3+/13x19" print _2:3:2 (11M) Match 3:2 Aspect Ratio
_-Ia: 8M Up to A3/1 lx17" print _: 5M Up to A4/gxI0" print
L-_: 3M Up to 13xl 8cm/5x7" print _A: VGA For E-mail
_.'9÷: 16:9 Display On 16:9 HDTV
(9M) and up to A4/8x 10" print
_.'9:16:9 (2M) Display On 16:9 HDTV
For still images (DSC-S950)
_,ma
IL_: IOM Up to A3+/13x19" print
_..2:3:2 (8M) Match 3:2 Aspect Ratio _: 5M Up to A4/SxI0" print
_: 3M Up to 13xl 8cm/5x7" print ['_A: VGA For E-mail
_.'9+: 16:9 Display On 16:9 HDTV
(7M) and up to A4/8x 10" print
_.'9:16:9 (2M) Display On 16:9 HDTV
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For movie
Tile image size of a movie is fixed to 320x240.
Viewing/deletingimages
_]) Press the (Playback) button.
llyou press the _i button when the camera is powered o11, tlae camera is turned on automatically and set to playback mode. To switch to the shooling mode, press the _ button again.
0 Select an image with ,/1_ on the control button.
Movie:
Press to play back a movie. (Press again to slop playback.)
Press I,_Io l_tsllorward, 1orewind. (Press to return 1o normalplayback.)
Press to display the volume control screen, then press •11_ to adjusl the volume.
_To delete images
1Display the image you want to delete and press the "_ (Delete) button.
2 Select [This hnage] with 41/_, then press O.
3 Select [OK] with at, then press O.
¢_To view an enlarged image (playback zoom)
tS"ess Q_ (T) while displaying a still image. To undo the zoom, press W. Adjust the position with atlVl4l/_. To cancel the playback zoom, press O.
_To view an index screen
tS"ess _ (Index) and select an image with at/V/"4/_". To return to the single image screen, press O.
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_To delete images in index mode
1 While all index screen is displayed, press the "_ (Delete) button and select [Multiple
hnages] with ,/_" on the control button, then press O.
2 Select the image you want to delete with A/V/,/_', then press O.
Tile Ni' mark is checked in the checkbox of the image. To cancel a selection, select an image you have selected lot deletion, then press again.
3 tS"ess the MENU button. 4 Select [OK] with A, then press O.
To delete all the images of a folder, select [All In This Folder] in step 1, then press •.
To view images on TV
Connect the camera to the TV with the dedicated A/V cable (supplied).
Align the arrow mark on the dedicated A/V cable connector with the mark beside the A/V OUT terminal and colmect the cable to the camera.
To the _ (USB) A/V OUT terminal
To audio/video input jacks
Dedicated A/V cable (supplied)
Arrow mark (back)
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Indicators onthe screen
Each time you press (DISP) on the control button, the display changes (page l6).
When shooting still images
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When shooting movies
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_When playing back
O--DPOF
101.-,0012 2009 1 1 9:30AN
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[] _ Scene Selection
m'3
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P I_0 Modedial
"_["-_L _1 _2 White balance
[_ Burst mode [_ [] Metering mode
_1 Face Detection 1(_o_,_((_OF_ SteadyShot
',(_ Vibration warning
xl.40, x2.0
sq Po,
_[_" Color mode _'_ PictBridge connecting
O',I Protect
DPOF Print order (DPOF) mark
VOL.|||||,,, Volume
@ PictBridge connecting
Battery remaining Low battery warning
hnage size
[_ / _ is displayed only for the DSC-S980.
_ is displayed only for the DSC-S950.
Indicates vibration may prevent ynu fl'om shonting clear images due to insufficient lighting. Even if the vibration warning appears, you can still shoot images. However. we recommend that you set the anti-hlur Nnction to [Auto], using the flash fnr better lighting or using a tripod or
other means to stabilize the camera.
Zoom scaling
Do not disconnect the dedicated USB cable while
the mark is displayed.
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AE/AF lock
REC Standby
IS0400 125
F3.5 +2.0EV
0:12
E! AF range finder frame
1.Ore Focus preset distance
00:00:12 Counter 101-0012 Folder-file number
2009 1 1 Recorded date/time of the 9:30 AM playback image
STOP Function guide for playing
PLAY image
Recording a movie/Standby a lZlovie
ISO number Shutter speed
Aperture value Exposure Value
Recording time (minutes : seconds)
indicator
Macro
.q_ BACK/ Selectingimages
NEXT
VOLUME Adjustiug volume
[]
_ffR1 Recording folder
This does not appear wizen using internal memory.
12 Number of recordable
images
[_ _ Recording Media/Playback
00:00:15 Recordable time
(_ Red-eye reduction
,_ _SL @ Flashmode PJm Flash charging
Media ("Memory Stick Duo"
media, Internal memory)
(hours : minutes : seconds)
12/12
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_wB
IS0400
+2.0EV
500 F3.5
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Playback folder
This does not appear wizen using internal memory.
hnage number/Number of images recorded in selected
fl)lder Changing folder
This does not appear when using internal memory.
Metering mode Flash
White balance
ISO number Exposure Value
Shutter speed Aperture value
Self-timer Spot metering cross hair
AF range finder flame
Playback
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Playback bar Histogram
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