Sony DSC-TF1 Instruction Manual

Digital Still Camera

Instruction Manual

4-452-084-12(1)

DSC-TF1

English

Learning more about the camera (“Cyber-shot User Guide”)

“Cyber-shot User Guide” is an on-line manual. Refer to it for
in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camera.
1 Access the Sony support page.

http://www.sony.net/SonyInfo/Support/

2 Select your country or region.
3 Search for the model name of your camera within the

support page.

• Check the model name on the bottom of your camera.

Checking the supplied items

The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces.

• Camera (1)

• Rechargeable battery pack NP-BN (1)
(This rechargeable battery pack cannot be used with Cyber-shot that are
supplied with the NP-BN1 battery pack.)

• Dedicated USB cable (1) (Pan-International Industrial GP00621A-11)

• AC Adaptor AC-UB10/UB10B/UB10C/UB10D (1)

• Power cord (mains lead) (not supplied in the USA and Canada) (1)

• Wrist strap (1)

• Instruction Manual (this manual) (1)

• Notes on the water-proofing (1)

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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 your Sony dealer
regarding this product.

Model No. DSC-TF1

Serial No. _____________________________

Model No. AC-UB10/AC-UB10B/AC-UB10C/AC-UB10D

Serial No. _____________________________

WARNING

To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or
moisture.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

-SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
DANGER
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIONS

If the shape of the plug does not fit the power outlet, use an attachment plug adaptor of the
proper configuration for the power outlet.

CAUTION

[ Battery pack

If the battery pack is mishandled, the battery pack can burst, cause a fire or even chemical
burns. Observe the following cautions.

• Do not disassemble.

• Do not crush and do not expose the battery pack to any shock or force 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

car parked in the sun.

• Do not incinerate or dispose of in fire.

• Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries.

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• 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 promp tly as described in the instructions.

[ AC Adaptor

Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC
Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately if any malfunction occurs while
using the apparatus.

For Customers in the U.S.A. and Canada

[ RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES

Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable.
You can help preserve our environment by returning your used
rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest
you.

For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries,
call toll free
1-800-822-8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/

Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium-Ion batteries.

[ Battery pack

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.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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For Customers in the U.S.A.

UL is an internationally recognized safety organization.
The UL Mark on the product means it has been UL Listed.

If you have any questions about this product, you may call:

Sony Customer Information Center
1-800-222-SONY (7669)

The number below is for the FCC related matters only.

[ Regulatory Information

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: DSC-TF1
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo,

Telephone No.: 858-942-2230

This device complies with Part15 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.
– 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.

San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A.

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The supplied interface cable must 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.

For Customers in Europe

[ Notice for the customers in the countries applying EU Directives

This product has been manufactured by or on behalf of Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan
Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. Inquiries related to product compliance based on
European Union legislation shall be addressed to the authorized representative, Sony
Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or
guarantee matters, please refer to the addresses provided in the separate service or
guarantee documents.

This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits set out in the EMC
regulation for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet).

[ Attention

The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound
of this unit.

[ Notice

If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to discontinue midway (fail),
restart the application or disconnect and connect the communication cable (USB, etc.)
again.

[ Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in

the European Union and other European countries with separate
collection systems)

please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop
where you purchased the product.

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,

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[ 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.
On certain batteries this symbol might be used in combination with a
chemical symbol. The chemical symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead (Pb) are
added if the battery contains more than 0.0005% mercury or 0.004% lead.

potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health which could
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, performance or data integrity reasons require a
permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by
qualified service staff only. To ensure that the battery will be treated properly, hand over
the product at end-of-life 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 safely.
Hand the battery over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of waste batteries.
For more detailed information 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.

By ensuring these batteries are disposed of correctly, you will help prevent

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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About water-proof, dust-proof, and shock-proof performance of the camera

This camera is equipped to be water-proof, dust-proof and shock-proof.
Damage caused from misuse, abuse or failure to properly maintain the camera
is not covered by the limited warranty.

• This camera is water-proof/dust-proof equivalent to IEC60529 IP68. The
camera is operable up to a water depth of 10 m (33 ft) for 60 minutes.

• Do not subject the camera to pressurized water, such as from a tap.

• Do not use in hot springs.

• Use the camera in the recommended operating water temperature range of
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).

• The shock resistance of this camera has passed the in-house drop test from a
height of 1.5 m (5 ft) onto a 5-cm (2 inches) thick plywood board, which
conforms to the MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5-Shock standards (test method
standard of the U.S. Defense Department).

* Depending on use conditions and circumstances, no guarantee is made regarding

damage to, malfunction of, or the water-proof performance of this camera.

• As for dust-proof/shock-proof performance, there is no guarantee that the
camera will not become scratched or dented.

• Sometimes water-proof performance is lost if the camera is subjected to a
strong shock such as from being dropped. We recommend the camera be
inspected at an authorized repair shop for a fee.

• Accessories supplied do not meet water-proof, dust-proof, and shock-proof
specifications.

Notes before using the camera under/near water

• Make sure that no foreign matter such as sand, hair, or dirt gets inside the
battery/memory card cover. Even a small amount of foreign matter may lead
to water entering the camera.

• Confirm that the sealing gasket and its
mating surfaces have not become
scratched. Even a small scratch may lead
to water entering the camera. If the
sealing gasket or its mating surfaces
become scratched, take the camera to an
authorized repair shop to have the
sealing gasket replaced for a fee.

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1 Sealing gasket
2 Surface contacting the

sealing gasket

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• If dirt or sand gets on the sealing gasket or its mating surfaces, wipe the area

clean with a soft cloth that will not leave behind any fibers. Prevent the
sealing gasket from becoming scratched by touching it while charging a
battery or using a cable.

• Do not open/close the battery/memory card cover with wet or sandy hands or

near water. There is a risk this will lead to sand or water getting inside.
Before opening the cover, perform the procedure described in “Cleaning
after using the camera under/near water”.

• Open the battery/memory card cover with the camera completely dry.

• Always confirm that the battery/memory card cover has been securely

locked.

Notes on using the camera under/near water

• Do not subject the camera to shock such as from jumping into water.

• Do not open and close the battery/memory card cover while under/near

water.

• This camera sinks in water. Place your hand through the wrist strap to

prevent the camera from sinking.

• Faint, white, circular spots may appear in under-water flash photos due to

reflections off of floating objects. This is not a malfunction.

• If water drops or other foreign matter is present on the lens, you will be

unable to record clear images.

Cleaning after using the camera under/near water

• Always clean the camera with water after use

within 60 minutes, and do not open the
battery/memory card cover before cleaning is
finished. Sand or water may get inside places
where it cannot be seen. If not rinsed, water­proof performance will be degraded.

• Allow the camera to sit in pure water poured

into a cleaning bowl for about 5 minutes.
Then, gently shake the camera, press each button, slide the zoom lever inside
the water, to clean away any salt, sand or other matter lodged around the
buttons.

• After rinsing, wipe away water drops with a soft cloth. Allow the camera to

dry completely in a shady location with good ventilation. Do not blow dry
with a hair dryer as there is a risk of deformation and/or degraded water­proof performance.

• Wipe away water drops or dust on the memory card/battery cover with a soft

dry cloth.

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• This camera is constructed to drain water. Water will drain from openings
around the ON/OFF (Power) button, zoom lever, and other controls. After
removing from water, place the camera on a dry cloth for a while to allow
water to drain.

• Bubbles may appear when the camera is placed under water. This is not a
malfunction.

• The camera body may become discolored if it comes in contact with
sunscreen or suntan oil. If the camera does come in contact with sunscreen or
suntan oil, quickly wipe it clean.

• Do not allow the camera to sit with salt water inside or on the surface. This
may lead to corrosion or discoloration, and degradation of water-proof
performance.

• To maintain the water-proof performance, we recommend that once a year
you take the camera to your dealer, or to an authorized repair shop, to have
the sealing gasket of the battery/memory card cover replaced for a fee.

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Identifying parts

A ON/OFF (Power) button
B Shutter button
C For shooting: W/T (zoom) lever

For viewing: (Index) lever/

(Playback zoom) lever

D Flash
E Self-timer lamp/Smile Shutter

lamp/AF illuminator

F Charge lamp/Light sensor

• The brightness of the LCD
monitor is automatically adjusted
to the ambient lighting conditions
using the light sensor.
Do not cover the light sensor with
your hand and so on.

G Microphone
H Lens
I Speaker
J LCD screen
K (Playback) button
L Mode lamp
M Mode button
N Hook for wrist strap
O / (In-Camera Guide/Delete)

button

P MENU button
Q Control button

MENU on: v/V/b/B
MENU off: (Self-Timer)/

(Flash)

R Memory card slot
S Access lamp
T Battery/Memory card cover
U Battery eject lever
V Battery insertion slot
W USB / A/V OUT terminal
X Tripod socket hole

• Use a tripod with a screw less
than 5.5 mm (7/32 inches) long.
Otherwise, you cannot firmly
secure the camera, and damage to
the camera may occur.

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