Sony DSC-T9 User Guide
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DSC-T9
“Read This First” (separate volume)
Explains the set-up and basic operations for
shooting/playback with your camera.
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual and
“Read This First” (separate volume) thoroughly, and retain
it for future reference.
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom.
Record the serial number in the space provided below.
Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony
dealer regarding this product.
Model No. DSC-T9
Serial No. ___________________________
Printing still images
Connecting your
camera to your TV
Troubleshooting
Others
Index
2-656-807-12(1)© 2005 Sony Corporation
WARNING
To reduce fire or shock hazard, do
not expose the unit to rain or
moisture.
For Customers in the U.S.A. and
Canada
RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES
Lithium-Ion batteries are
recyclable.
You can help preserve our
environment by returning your
used rechargeable batteries to
the collection and recycling
location nearest you.
For more information regarding recycling of
rechargeable batteries, call toll free
1-800-822-8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking
Lithium-Ion batteries.
For Customers in the U.S.A.
This symbol is intended to
alert the user to the presence
of uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the product's
enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to
alert the user to the presence
of important operating and
maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
If you have any questions about this product, you
may call:
Sony Customer Information Services Center
1-800-222-SONY (7669)
The number below is for the FCC related matters
only.
Regulatory Information
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: DSC-T9
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 16450 W. Bernardo Dr,
San Diego, CA 92127U.S.A.
Telephone No.: 858-942-2230
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.
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.
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– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
The supplied interface cable m ust be used with the
equipment in order to comply with the limits for a
digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of
FCC Rules.
Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic
Equipment (Applicable in the
European Union and other European
countries with separate collection
systems)
For Customers in Europe
This product has been tested and found compliant
with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for
using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8
feet).
Attention
The electromagnetic fields at the specific
frequencies may influence the picture and sound
of this camera.
Notice
If static electricity or electromagnetism causes
data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart
the application or disconnect and connect the
communication cable (USB, etc.) again.
This symbol on the product or on its packaging
indicates that this product shall not be treated as
household waste. Instead it shall be handed over
to the applicable collection point for the recycling
of electrical and electronic equipment. By
ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you
will help prevent potential negative consequences
for the environment and human health, which
could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste
handling of this product. The recycling of
materials will help to conserve natural resources.
For more detailed information about recycling of
this product, please contact your local Civic
Office, your household waste disposal service or
the shop where you purchased the product.
Notice for customers in the
United Kingdom
A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is fitted
to this equipment for your safety and convenience.
Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be
replaced, a fuse of the same rating as the supplied
one and approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362,
(i.e., marked with an or mark) must be
used.
If the plug supplied with this equipment has a
detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse
cover after you change the fuse. Never use the
plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the
fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony
service station.
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Notes on using your camera
Types of “Memory Stick” that can be
used (not supplied)
The IC recording medium used by this
camera is a “Memory Stick Duo”. There are
two types of “Memory Stick”.
“Memory Stick Duo”: you can use a
“Memory Stick Duo” with your
camera.
“Memory Stick”: you cannot use a
“Memory Stick” with your camera.
Other memory cards cannot be used.
• For details on “Memory Stick Duo”, see
page 97.
When using a “Memory Stick Duo”
with “Memory Stick” compatible
equipment
You can use the “Memory Stick Duo” by
inserting it into the Memory Stick Duo
Adaptor (not supplied).
Memory Stick Duo Adaptor
Notes on the “InfoLITHIUM” battery
pack
• Charge the supplied NP-FT1 battery pack before
using the camera for the first time. (
“Read This First”)
• The battery pack can be charged even if it is not
completely discharged. Also, even if the battery
pack is not fully charged, you can use the
partially charged capacity of the battery pack as
is.
t step 1 in
• If you do not intend to use the battery pack for a
long time, use up the existing charge and
remove it from your camera, then store it in a
cool, dry place. This is to maintain the battery
pack functions (page 99).
• For details on the usable battery pack, see
page 99.
Carl Zeiss lens
This camera is equipped with a Carl Zeiss
lens which is capable of reproducing sharp
images with excellent contrast.
The lens for this camera has been produced
under a quality assurance system certified
by Carl Zeiss in accordance with the quality
standards of Carl Zeiss in Germany.
No compensation for contents of the
recording
• The contents of the recording cannot be
compensated for if recording or playback is not
possible due to a malfunction of your camera or
recording media, etc.
Internal memory and “Memory Stick
Duo” back up
• Do not turn off the camera or remove the battery
pack or “Memory Stick Duo” while the access
lamp is lighted, as the internal memory data or
“Memory Stick Duo” data may be destroyed.
Always protect your data by making a back up
copy. See page 23 for the data back up method.
Notes on recording/playback
• This camera is neither dust-proof, nor splashproof, nor water-proof. Read “Precautions”
(page 102) before operating the camera.
• Before you record one-time events, make a trial
recording to make sure that the camera is
working correctly.
• Be careful not to get the camera wet. Water
entering the inside of the camera may cause
malfunctions which in some cases may not be
repairable.
• Do not aim the camera at the sun or other bright
light. It may cause the malfunction of your
camera.
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• Do not use the camera near a location that
generates strong radio waves or emits radiation.
The camera may not be able to record or play
back properly.
• Using the camera in sandy or dusty locations
may cause malfunctions.
• If moisture condensation occurs, remove it
before using the camera (page 102).
• Do not shake or strike the camera. In addition to
malfunctions and an inability to record images,
this may render the recording medium unusable,
or cause image data breakdown, damage or loss.
• Clean the flash surface before use. The heat of
flash emission may cause dirt on the flash
surface to become discolored or to stick to the
flash surface, resulting in insufficient light
emission.
Notes on the LCD screen, LCD finder
(for models with an LCD finder) and
lens
• The LCD screen and the LCD finder are
manufactured using extremely high-precision
technology so over 99.99% of the pixels are
operational for effective use. However, there
may be some tiny black points and/or bright
points (white, red, blue or green in color) that
constantly appear on the LCD screen and the
LCD finder. These points are normal in the
manufacturing process and do not affect the
recording in any way.
Black (white/red/
blue/green) points
On image data compatibility
• This camera conforms with DCF (Design rule
for Camera File system) universal standard
established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and
Information Technology Industries
Association).
• 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.
Warning on copyright
Television programs, films, videotapes, and other
materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized
recording of such materials may be contrary to the
provisions of the copyright laws.
The pictures used in this manual
The photographs used as examples of pictures in
this manual are reproduced images, and are not
actual images shot using this camera.
• Exposing the LCD screen, the finder or the lens
to direct sunlight for long periods may cause
malfunctions. Be careful when placing the
camera near a window or outdoors.
• Do not press against the LCD screen. The screen
may be discolored and that may cause a
malfunction.
• Images may trail across on the LCD screen in a
cold location. This is not a malfunction.
• Be careful not to bump the lens, and be careful
not to apply force to it.
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For full use of the digital still camera
Prepare the camera and shoot images easily
“Read This First” (separate volume)
1 Prepare the battery pack
2 Turn the camera on/set the clock
3 Insert a “Memory Stick Duo” (not supplied)
4 Select the image size for use
5 Shoot images easily (Auto adjustment mode)
Shoot still images (Scene Selection)
6 View/delete images
Get more friendly with your camera
• Shoot with your favorite settings (Program auto shooting)
t page 25
• Enjoy your images using the Slide Show t page 27
• Enjoy various shooting/playback using the menu t page 30
• Change the default settings t page 47
Connect your camera to a PC or a printer
• Copy your images to a computer and enjoy editing them in
various ways t page 58
• Print images by connecting your camera directly to a printer
(PictBridge compliant printers only) t page 74
This manual
This manual
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Table of contents
Notes on using your camera .....................................................................4
Enjoying the camera
Basic techniques for better images .........................................................10
Focus – Focusing on a subject successfully................................................... 10
Exposure – Adjusting the light intensity .......................................................... 11
Color – On the effects of lighting..................................................................... 12
Quality – On “image quality” and “image size” ............................................... 12
Identifying parts.......................................................................................14
Indicators on the screen ..........................................................................16
Changing the screen display ...................................................................20
Number of still images and recording time of movies..............................21
When you do not have a “Memory Stick Duo” (Recording with the internal
memory) ..................................................................................................22
Battery life and number of images that can be recorded/viewed ............24
Using the mode switch ............................................................................ 25
Using the Slide Show ..............................................................................27
Using the menu
Using menu items ..............................................................................30
Menu items ..........................................................................................31
Shooting menu ........................................................................................33
(Camera)
(EV)
9 (Focus)
(Metering Mode)
WB (White Bal)
ISO
(P.Quality)
Mode (REC Mode)
BRK (Bracket Step)
M
(Interval)
(Flash Level)
PFX (P.Effect)
(Saturation)
(Contrast)
(Sharpness)
(Setup)
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Viewing menu ......................................................................................... 41
(Folder)
- (Protect)
DPOF
(Print)
(Slide)
(Resize)
(Rotate)
(Divide)
(Setup)
Trimming
Using the Setup screen
Using Setup items.............................................................................. 47
Camera 1........................................................................................... 48
1
AF Mode
Digital Zoom
Date/Time
Red Eye Reduction
AF Illuminator
Auto Review
Camera 2........................................................................................... 51
2
Enlarged Icon
STEADY SHOT
Internal Memory Tool......................................................................... 52
Format
Memory Stick Tool............................................................................. 53
Format
Create REC. Folder
Change REC. Folder
Copy
Setup 1............................................................................................... 55
1
Download Music
Format Music
Beep
Language
Initialize
Setup 2............................................................................................... 56
2
File Number
USB Connect
Video Out
Clock Set
8
Using your computer
Enjoying your Windows computer ...........................................................58
Copying images to your computer...........................................................60
Viewing image files stored on a computer with your camera (using a
“Memory Stick Duo”) ...............................................................................67
Using the supplied software ....................................................................68
Using your Macintosh computer ..............................................................70
Printing still images
How to print still images ..........................................................................73
Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer .................74
Printing at a shop ....................................................................................78
Connecting your camera to your TV
Viewing images on a TV screen ..............................................................80
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting .......................................................................................82
Warning indicators and messages ..........................................................94
Others
On the “Memory Stick” ............................................................................97
On the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack .........................................................99
On the battery charger ..........................................................................100
On the Cyber-shot Station .....................................................................101
Precautions ...........................................................................................102
Specifications ........................................................................................104
Index
....................................................................................................106
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Enjoying the camera
Basic techniques for better images
Focus Exposure Color Quality
This section describes the basics so you can
enjoy your camera. It tells you how to use
various camera functions such as the mode
switch (page 25), the menus (page 30), and so
on.
Focus
Focusing on a subject successfully
When you press the shutter button halfway down, the camera adjusts the focus automatically
(Auto Focus). Remember to press the shutter button only halfway down.
Press the shutter
button fully down
straight away.
To shoot a still image difficult to focus on
If the image looks blurred even after focusing, it may be because of camera shake.
Press the shutter
button halfway
down.
t [Focus] (page 34)
AE/AF lock indicator
Flashing indicator ,
Indicator lit/beeps
60min
Then press the
shutter button
fully down.
t See
“Hints for preventing blur” (as follows).
Hints for preventing blur
Hold the camera steadily, keeping your arms at your side. Also, you can stabilize the
camera by leaning against a tree or a building beside you. Using a tripod, and using the
flash in dark places, and turning on the anti-blur function are also recommended.
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Exposure
Adjusting the light intensity
You can create various images by adjusting the exposure and the ISO sensitivity. Exposure is
the amount of light that the camera will receive when you release the shutter.
Exposure:
Overexposure
= too much light
Whitish image
Correct exposure
Underexposure
= too little light
Darker image
Shutter speed = Length of time the camera receives
Aperture = Size of the opening allowing light to pass
ISO = Recording sensitivity
The exposure is automatically set to the
proper value in the auto adjustment mode.
However, you can adjust it manually using
the functions below.
EV:
Allows you to adjust the exposure that has
been determined by the camera.
t page 33
Metering Mode:
Allows you to change the part of the
subject to be measured to determine the
exposure. t page 36
light
through
Adjusting the ISO sensitivity
ISO is unit of measurement (sensitivity), estimating how much light an image pickup device
(equivalent to photo films) receives. Even when the exposure is the same, images differ
depending on the ISO sensitivity.
To adjust the ISO sensitivity t page 37
High ISO sensitivity
Records a bright image even when shooting in a dark location.
However, the image tends to become noisy.
Enjoying the camera
Low ISO sensitivity
Records a smoother image.
However, when the exposure is insufficient, the image may become darker.
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Color
On the effects of lighting
The apparent color of the subject is affected by the lighting conditions.
Example: The color of an image affected by light sources
Weather/lighting
Characteristics of
light
Daylight Cloudy Fluorescent Incandescent
White (standard) Bluish Blue-tinged Reddish
The color tones are adjusted automatically in the auto adjustment mode.
However, you can adjust color tones manually with [White Bal] (page 36).
Quality
On “image quality” and “image size”
A digital image is made up of a collection of small dots called pixels.
If it contains a large number of pixels, the picture becomes large, it takes up more memory,
and the image is displayed in fine detail. “Image size” is shown by the number of pixels.
Although you cannot see the differences on the screen of the camera, the fine detail and data
processing time differ when the image is printed or displayed on a computer screen.
Description of the pixels and the image size
1 Image size: 6M
2816 pixels × 2112 pixels = 5,947,392 pixels
2 Image size: VGA(E-Mail)
2112
640 pixels × 480 pixels = 307,200 pixels
640
Pixels
2816
480
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Selecting the image size for use (t step 4 in “Read This First”)
Pixel
The default settings are marked with .
Image size Usage guidelines
6M (2816×2112) Larger
3:2* (2816×1872)
3M (2048×1536)
1M (1280×960) For printing in postcard size
VGA(E-Mail)
(640×480)
Smaller
16:9(HDTV)**
(1920×1080)
* Images are recorded in the same 3:2 aspect ratio as photograph printing paper or postcards, etc.
** Both edges of the image may be cut off when printing (page 91).
*** By using a “Memory Stick” slot or USB connection, you can enjoy higher quality images.
Many pixels (Fine
image quality and
large file size)
Few pixels (Rough
image quality but
small file size)
Example: Printing in
up to A4 size
Example: An attached
image to be sent by email
For printing in A4 size or high density images in A5
size
For recording a large number of images
For attaching images to e-mail or creating web pages
For viewing images on a wide TV or a TV compatible
with high-vision***
Selecting the image quality (compression ratio) in combination (page 37)
You can select the compression ratio when digital images are saved. When you select a high
compression ratio, the image lacks the fineness of detail, but has a smaller file size.
Enjoying the camera
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Identifying parts
See the pages in parentheses for details of
operation.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
qa
A (STEADY SHOT) button (
in “Read This First”)
B Shutter button (
t step 5 in “Read This
First”)
C Flash (
D Self-timer lamp (
t step 5 in “Read This First”)
t step 5 in “Read This
First”)/AF illuminator (50)
E POWER lamp (
t step 2 in “Read This
First”)
F POWER button (
t step 2 in “Read This
First”)
G Microphone
H Lens
I Lens cover (
t step 2 in “Read This
First”)
t step 5
qs qdqf qhqg qj
A Mode switch (25)
B Speaker
C LCD screen (20)
D (Screen display switch) button (20)
E MENU button (30)
F (Image Size/Delete) button
(
t step 4 and 6 in “Read This First”)
G For shooting: Zoom (W/T) button
(
t step 5 in “Read This First”)
For viewing: / (Playback zoom)
button/ (Index) button (
t step 6 in
“Read This First”)
H Battery/“Memory Stick Duo” cover (
t
step 1 and 3 in “Read This First”)
I Hook for wrist strap (
t “Read This
First”)
J Control button
Menu on: v/V/b/B/
z (t step 2 in
“Read This First”)
Menu off: // / (
t step 5 in
“Read This First”)
K (Slide Show) button (27)
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L Access lamp (t step 4 in “Read This
First”)
M “Memory Stick Duo” slot
(
t step 3 in “Read This First”)
N Battery insertion slot
(
t step 1 in “Read This First”)
O Battery eject lever
(
t step 1 in “Read This First”)
P Multi connector (bottom)
When using an AC-LS5K AC Adaptor
(not supplied)
2 To the multi connector
1 To DC IN
Cable for multiuse terminal
(supplied)
v mark
jack
3 To w a ll
outlet
Enjoying the camera
Q Tripod receptacle (bottom)
• Use a tripod with a screw length of less than
5.5 mm (7/32 inch). You will be unable to
firmly secure the camera to tripods having
screws longer than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch), and
may damage the camera.
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Indicators on the screen
See the pages in parentheses for details of
operation.
When shooting still images
60min
1
2
When shooting movies
STD
101
1
60min
STBY
00:00:00
640
[
00:28:25
C:32:00
]
+
2
A
Display Indication
60min
Battery remaining (t step
1 in “Read This First”)
z AE/AF lock (t step 5 in
“Read This First”)
M
BRK Recording mode (25, 37)
+
2.0
EV
3
4
5
3
4
5
Display Indication
Camera mode (Scene
Selection) (t step 5 in
“Read This First”)
Camera mode (Program)
(25)
SL
Flash mode (t step 5 in
“Read This First”)
Flash charging
Zoom scaling (t 48, step 5
1.3
in “Read This First”)
Red-eye reduction (49)
Sharpness (40)
Saturation (40)
Contrast (40)
ON
AF illuminator (50)
Metering mode (36)
Picture effect (39)
B
Display Indication
Macro (t step 5 in “Read
This First”)
S AF M A F
AF mode (48)
AF range finder frame
indicator (34)
1.0m Focus preset distance (34)
STEADY SHOT OFF (t
step 5 in “Read This First”)
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WB
STBY
REC
White balance (36)
Standby/Recording a movie
(t step 5 in “Read This
First”)
C
Display Indication
Image size (t step 4 in
“Read This First”)
16:9
160
1M VGA
FINE
6 40
3:26M 3M
STD
6 40
FINE STD Image quality (37)
101
Recording folder (53)
• This does not appear when
using internal memory.
Remaining internal
memory capacity (22)
Remaining “Memory
Stick” capacity (21)
00:00:00
[00:28:05]
Recording time [maximum
recordable time] (21)
1/30" Multi Burst interval (39)
400 Remaining number of
recordable images (21)
Self-timer (t step 5 in
“Read This First”)
C:32:00 Self-diagnosis display (94)
Date/Time (49)
ISO number (37)
±0.7EV Bracket Step value (39)
D
Display Indication
Vibration warning (10)
• Indicates vibration may
prevent you from shooting
clear images due to
insufficient lighting. Even if
the vibration warning
appears, you can still shoot
images. However, we
recommend that you turn on
the anti-blur function, using
the flash for better lighting
or using a tripod or other
means to stabilize the
camera.
E Low battery warning (24,
94)
Display Indication
+ Spot metering cross hair
(36)
AF range finder frame (34)
E
Display Indication
Histogram (20, 33)
NR slow shutter
• When using certain shutter
speeds*, the NR slow
shutter function activates
automatically to reduce the
picture noise.
* When the shutter speed is
equal to or slower than
1/6 second (when [ISO]
is set to [Auto], [80],
[100] or [200]).
When the shutter speed is
equal to or slower than
1/25 second (when [ISO]
is set to [400] or [640]).
125 Shutter speed
F3.5 Aperture value
+2.0EV Exposure Value (33)
DPOF
Menu/Guide menu (30)
(not displayed
on the screen
on the previous
page)
Enjoying the camera
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When playing back still images
1
2
60min
1.3
M
VGA
101
C:32:00
+2.0EV
VOLUMEBACK/NEXT
101
12/12
When playing back movies
1
2
60min
A
Display Indication
3
60min
Battery remaining (t step
1 in “Read This First”)
4
F3.5500
5
M
3:26M 3M
1M VGA 16:9
FINE
STD
6 40
6 40
Recording mode (25, 37)
Image size (t step 4 in
“Read This First”)
160
- Protect (42)
Print order (DPOF) mark
(78)
Change folder (41)
• This does not appear when
3
4
1.3
Step
12/16
using internal memory.
Zoom scaling (t step 6 in
“Read This First”)
Frame by frame playback
(37)
N Playback (t step 6 in
5
“Read This First”)
Vo l um e ( t step 6 in “Read
This First”)
B
Display Indication
101-0012 Folder-file number (41)
Playback bar (t step 6 in
“Read This First”)
18
C
Display Indication
PictBridge connecting (75)
101
101
Recording folder (53)
• This does not appear when
using internal memory.
Playback folder (41)
• This does not appear when
using internal memory.
Remaining internal
memory capacity (22)
Remaining “Memory
Stick” capacity (21)
8/8 12/12 Image number/Number of
images recorded in selected
folder
C:32:00 Self-diagnosis display (94)
00:00:12 Counter (t step 6 in “Read
This First”)
D
Display Indication
Do not disconnect the cable
for multi-use terminal (76)
+2.0EV Exposure Value (33)
ISO number (37)
Metering mode (36)
Flash
WB
White balance (36)
E
Display Indication
Histogram (20, 33)
• appears when histogram
display is disabled.
2005 1 1
9:30 AM
DPOF
z PAU SE
z PLAY
BACK/
Recorded date/time of the
playback image (49)
Menu/Guide menu (30)
Playing back Multi Burst
images in series (37)
Select images
NEXT
VOLUME
Adjust volume
Enjoying the camera
500 Shutter speed
F3.5 Aperture value
Playback image (t step 6
in “Read This First”)
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Changing the screen display
Each time you press the (Screen display
switch) button, the display changes as
follows.
Brightness of LCD backlight up
60min
Histogram on
VGA
60min
S AF
96
Histogram display
Indicators off
S AF
(page 33)
Indicators on
60min
VGA
96
• If you view images in bright outside light, adjust
the brightness of the LCD backlight up.
However, the battery power may decrease faster
under such condition.
• For the below case, the display becomes
Histogram on t Indicators off t Indicators
on.
– When connected to a TV (page 80)
– When using the AC Adaptor
• When you set the histogram display to on,
image information is displayed during playback.
• The histogram does not appear in the following
situations:
While shooting
– When the menu is displayed.
– When recording movies
During playback
– When the menu is displayed.
– In index mode
– When you are using playback zoom.
– When you are rotating still images.
– During playback of movies
• A large difference in the histogram displayed
when shooting and during playback may occur
when:
– The flash strobes.
– The shutter speed is slow or high.
• The histogram may not appear for images
recorded using other cameras.
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S AF
Number of still images and recording time of movies
The tables show the approximate number of still images and the length of time for movies that
can be recorded on a “Memory Stick Duo” formatted with this camera. The values may vary
depending on the shooting conditions.
The number of still images (The image quality is [Fine] on the upper line and
[Standard] on the lower line.)
Capacity
Size
6M 10 21 42 77 157 322 660
3:2 10 21 42 77 157 322 660
3M 20 41 82 148 302 617 1266
1M 50 101 202 357 726 1482 3038
VGA(E-Mail) 196 394 790 1428 2904 5928 12154
16:9(HDTV) 33 66 133 238 484 988 2025
• The number of images listed is for when [Mode] is set to [Normal].
• The size of a single still image is 1M when [Mode] is set to [Multi Burst].
• When the number of remaining shootable images is greater than 9,999, the “>9999” indicator appears.
• You can resize the images later ([Resize], page 43).
32MB 64MB 128MB 256MB 512MB 1GB 2GB
19 39 79 142 290 592 1215
19 39 79 142 290 592 1215
37 74 149 264 537 1097 2250
93 187 376 649 1320 2694 5524
491 985 1975 3571 7261 14821 30385
61 123 246 446 907 1852 3798
(Units: Images)
The recording time of movies (Units: hour : minute : second)
Capacity
Size
640(Fine) – – – 0:02:57 0:06:02 0:12:20 0:25:18
640(Standard) 0:01:27 0:02:56 0:05:54 0:10:42 0:21:47 0:44:27 1:31:09
160 0:22:42 0:45:39 1:31:33 2:51:21 5:47:05 11:44:22 24:18:25
• Movies with the size set to [640(Fine)] can only be recorded on a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”.
• For image size and image quality, see page 12.
• When images recorded using earlier Sony models are played back on this camera, the display may differ
from the actual image size.
32MB 64MB 128MB 256MB 512MB 1GB 2GB
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When you do not have a “Memory Stick Duo” (Recording with the internal memory)
The camera has 58 MB of internal memory. This memory is not removable. Even when there
is no “Memory Stick Duo” inserted in the camera, you can record images using this internal
memory.
• Movies with the image size set to [640(Fine)] cannot be recorded using the internal memory.
When a “Memory Stick Duo” (not supplied)
is inserted
[Recording]: Images are recorded on the “Memory Stick
B
Internal
B
memory
Recordable number of still images and time of movies in the Internal Memory are as follows.
The number of still images (The image quality is [Fine] on the upper line and
[Standard] on the lower line.)
Capacity
58MB 19 19 37 91 357 60
Size
6M 3:2 3M 1M VGA 16:9
35 35 67 170 892 111
Duo”.
[Playback]: Images on the “Memory Stick Duo” are
played back.
[Menu, Setup, etc.]: Various functions can be performed
on images on the “Memory Stick Duo”.
When there is no “Memory Stick Duo”
inserted
[Recording]: Images are recorded using the internal
memory.
[Playback]: Images stored in the internal memory are
played back.
[Menu, Setup, etc.]: Various functions can be performed
on images in the internal memory.
(Units: Images)
The recording time of movies
(Units: hour : minute : second)
Size
Capacity
58MB 0:02:40 0:42:47
640 (Standard) 160
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On image data stored in the internal memory
We recommend that you copy (back up) data without fail using one of the following methods.
To copy (back up) data on a “Memory Stick Duo”
Prepare a “Memory Stick Duo” with a capacity of 64 MB or more, then perform the procedure
explained in [Copy] (page 54).
To copy (back up) data on a hard disc of your computer
Perform the procedure on pages 60 to 65 without a “Memory Stick Duo” inserted in the
camera.
• You cannot move image data on a “Memory Stick Duo” to the internal memory.
• By connecting the camera and a computer with a cable for multi-use terminal, you can copy data stored in
the internal memory to a computer, but you cannot copy data on a computer to the internal memory.
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Battery life and number of images that can be recorded/viewed
The tables show the approximate number of
images that can be recorded/viewed and the
battery life when you shoot images in
[Normal] mode with the battery pack
(supplied) at full capacity and at an ambient
temperature of 25°C (77°F). The numbers
of images that can be recorded or viewed
take into account changing the “Memory
Stick Duo” as necessary.
Note that the actual numbers may be less
than those indicated depending on the
conditions of use.
• The battery capacity decreases as the number of
uses increases and also over time (page 99).
• The number of images that can be recorded/
viewed and the battery life are decreased under
the following conditions:
– The surrounding temperature is low.
– The flash is used frequently.
– The camera has been turned on and off many
times.
– The zoom is used frequently.
– The brightness of LCD Backlight is set to up.
– [AF Mode] is set to [Monitor].
– [STEADY SHOT] is set to [Continuous].
– The battery power is low.
When shooting still images
No. of images Battery life (min.)
Approx. 240 Approx. 120
When viewing still images
No. of images Battery life (min.)
Approx. 3800 Approx. 190
• Viewing single images in order at about three
second intervals
When shooting movies
Battery life (min.)
Approx. 100
• Shooting movies continuously with an image
size of [160]
• Shooting in the following situations:
– (P.Quality) is set to [Fine].
– [AF Mode] is set to [Single].
– [STEADY SHOT] is set to [Shooting].
– Shooting once every 30 seconds.
– The zoom is switched alternately between the
W and T ends.
– The flash strobes once every two times.
– The power turns on and off once every ten
times.
• The measurement method is based on the CIPA
standard.
(CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products
Association)
• The number of shooting images/battery life does
not change, regardless of image size.
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Using the mode switch
Set the mode switch to the desired function.
Still image shooting modes
: Auto: Auto adjustment mode
Allows easy shooting with the settings adjusted automatically. t step 5 in “Read
This First”
Program: Program auto shooting mode
Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter
speed and the aperture value). Also you can select various settings using the
menu.
(For details on the functions available t page 31)
: Scene Selection mode
Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene. t step 5 in
“Read This First”
: Playback/Edit
t step 6 in “Read This First”
: Shooting movies
t step 5 in “Read This First”
Mode switch
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Scene Selection
For details t step 5 in “Read This First”
For shooting an image appropriately according to the scene condition, a combination of
functions is determined by the camera.
Macro Flash
AF range
finder
Focus preset
— / — — —
————
SL
—Center AF
0.5m/1.0m/
3.0m/7.0m
— /
/
/
/
—— — ——
( : you can select the desired setting)
Bracket
White
Step
Balance
—Auto/ —
Flash level
WB
Burst/
Exposure Bracket/
Multi Burst
———
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Using the Slide Show
By simply pressing button, you can enjoy continuous image playback accompanied by
effects and music (Slide Show).
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1 Set the mode switch
2 Press . 3 Slide show starts.
to .
To adjust the volume of the music
Press v/V to adjust the volume.
To pause the slide show
Press z on the control button.
To restart, select [Continue], then press z.
• The slide show resumes from the image which was paused, however, the music starts again
from the beginning.
min
VGA
Slide Show
Pause
Continue
BACK/NEXT
Exit
2/9
To display the previous/next image
Press b/B during pause.
To end the slide show
Press either or select [Exit] with V during pause, then press z.
• You cannot play back a slide show while using PictBridge connecting.
To change the setting
You can select the desired setting for the slide show. Also, you can start the slide show again.
1 Press the MENU button to display the menu.
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2 Select (Slide) with b/B on the control button, then press z.
min
VGA
2/9
Slide Show
Cancel
Auto
On
Folder
Stylish
Start
Interval
Repeat
Image
Music Music3
Effects
3 Select the item you want to set with v/V, then select the desired item with b/B.
4 Select [Start] with V/B, then press z.
The slide show starts.
If you do not want to start the slide show immediately, press [Cancel].
• The selected setting remains until the next setting is assigned.
The following settings are available.
The default setting are marked with .
Effects
Simple
Nostalgic
A simple slide show suitable for a wide range of scenes.
A moody slide show reproducing the atmosphere of a movie
scene.
Stylish
Active
Normal
A stylish slide show proceeding at a middle tempo.
A high-tempo slide show suitable for active scenes.
A basic slide show switching images at a predetermined
interval.
• When set to [Simple], [Nostalgic], [Stylish] or [Active]:
– Only still images are displayed.
– When images are shot by Multi Burst, the first frame of continuous images is displayed.
• Music is not played (set to [Off]) during a [Normal] slide show. The sound of movies will be heard.
Music
Each preset-Music differs depending on the effect you select.
Music 1
Music 2
Music 3
Music 4
Off
The default setting for a [Simple] slide show.
The default setting for a [Nostalgic] slide show.
The default setting for a [Stylish] slide show.
The default setting for a [Active] slide show.
Setting for a [Normal] slide show. No Music available.
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Image
Folder
All
Plays back all the images in the selected folder.
Plays back all the images in a “Memory Stick Duo” in order.
Repeat
On
Off
Plays back images in a continuous loop.
After all the images have been played back, the slide show
ends.
Interval
3 sec
Sets the slide show interval for a [Normal] slide show.
5 sec
10 sec
30 sec
1 min
Start
Cancel
z To add /change Music files
You can transfer the desired music from your CDs or MP3 files to the camera to play back during Slide
show. You can transfer the music by [Download Music] in (Setup) using the supplied software “Music
Transfer” installed on a computer. For details, see page 69.
• You can record up to four pieces of music on the camera (those four preset pieces (Music 1-4) can be
replaced with the desired pieces).
• A maximum length of each music file for music play back of the camera is 180 seconds.
• If you cannot play back a Music file due to damage or other malfunctions to the file, execute [Format
Music] (page 55) and transfer the music again.
Starts the slide show.
Cancels the slide show.
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Using the menu
Using menu items
v/V/b/B button
Mode switch
z button
MENU button
Control button
1 Turn on the power and set the mode switch.
Different items are available depending on the position of the mode switch and the (Camera) menu
settings.
2 Press MENU to display the menu.
3 Select the desired menu item with b/B
on the control button.
• If the desired item is invisible, keep pressing b/B
until the item appears on the screen.
• Press z after selecting an item when the mode
switch is set to .
400
200
100
80
Auto
ISO
4 Select the setting with v/V.
The setting you select is zoomed and is set.
5 Press MENU to turn off the menu.
• If there is an item that is not displayed, an v/V mark appears on the edges of the location where menu
items usually appear. To display an item that is not displayed, select the mark with the control button.
• You cannot select items that are grayed out.
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WB
ISO
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