Sony DSCTX1H, DSCTX1P, DSCTX1S User Manual
Digital Still Camera
Instruction Manual
DSC-TX1
4-148-681-12(1)
Getting started
Shooting/viewing
images
Using shooting
functions
Using viewing
functions
Deleting images
Connecting to other
devices
Changing camera
settings
© 2009 Sony Corporation
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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 upon your Sony
dealer regarding this product.
Model No. DSC-TX1
Serial No. ___________________________
WARNING
To reduce fire or shock hazard, do
not expose the unit to rain or
moisture.
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.
• 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
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recommended by Sony.
• Dispose of used battery packs promptly as
described in the instructions.
[ Battery charger
Even if the CHARGE lamp is not lit, the battery
charger is not disconnected from the AC power
source (mains) as long as it is connected to the
wall outlet (wall socket). If some trouble occurs
while using the battery charger, immediately shut
off the power by disconnecting the plug from the
wall outlet (wall socket).
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.
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-TX1
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address:16530 Via Esprillo,
San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A.
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.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.
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[ Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
The supplied interface cable must be used w ith 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
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)
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 the customers in the
countries applying EU Directives
The manufacturer of this product is Sony
Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 1080075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for
EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland
GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart,
Germany. For any service or guarantee matters
please refer to the addresses given in separate
service or guarantee documents.
This product has been tested and found compliant
with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for
using connection cables shorter than 3 meters
(9.8 feet).
[ Attention
The electromagnetic fields at the specific
frequencies may influence the picture and sound
of this unit.
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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.
By ensuring these batteries are disposed of
correctly, you will help prevent 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-oflife 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.
Notice for customers in the
United Kingdom
A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is fitted
to this equipment for your safety and
convenience.
Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be
replaced, a fuse of the same rating as the supplied
one and approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362,
(i.e., marked with an or mark) must be
used.
If the plug supplied with this equipment has a
detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse
cover after you change the fuse. Never use the
plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the
fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony
service station.
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Table of contents
Notes on using the camera........................................................................8
Getting started ................................................................... 10
Checking the accessories supplied ........................................................ 10
Identifying parts .......................................................................................11
Charging the battery pack....................................................................... 12
Inserting the battery pack/a “Memory Stick Duo” media
(sold separately) ......................................................................................14
Setting the clock ......................................................................................16
Shooting/viewing images ...................................... 18
Shooting images ......................................................................................18
Viewing images........................................................................................19
Using shooting functions ........................................................ 20
Displaying minimum indicators (Easy Mode) ..........................................20
Detecting the shooting conditions automatically (Scene Recognition)... 21
Shooting panoramic images (Sweep Panorama) ....................................23
Shooting with reduced blur (Anti Motion Blur) (Hand-held Twilight) ....... 25
Shooting continuously (Burst).................................................................. 25
Focusing on the face of the subject (Face Detection).............................26
Detecting smiles and shooting automatically (Smile Shutter) .................27
Focusing on a specific point of the frame ............................................... 28
Selecting the image size to match the usage..........................................29
Selecting a flash mode ............................................................................30
Using the self-timer..................................................................................31
Shooting close-ups (Macro) .................................................................... 31
Using the Shooting mode that matches the scene (Scene Selection) ....32
Shooting movies ......................................................................................33
Using viewing functions .......................................................... 35
Using the touch panel..............................................................................35
Viewing an enlarged image (Playback Zoom)......................................... 36
Displaying images full-screen (Wide Zoom)............................................36
Rotating a vertical orientation image (Temporarily rotated display)........ 37
Searching for an image (Image Index)....................................................37
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Viewing still images with music (Slideshow)............................................38
Deleting images .............................................................................39
Deleting images ...................................................................................... 39
Deleting all images (Format) ................................................................... 39
Connecting to other devices ................................................. 40
Viewing images on a TV.......................................................................... 40
Printing still images ................................................................................. 40
Using the camera with a computer ......................................................... 42
Changing camera settings ...................................................... 46
Changing the operation sounds .............................................................. 46
Using the MENU items ............................................................................ 47
Using the (Settings) items................................................................. 50
Others ..................................................................................................52
List of icons displayed on the screen...................................................... 52
Learning more about the camera (“Cyber-shot Handbook”) .................. 54
Troubleshooting....................................................................................... 55
Precautions.............................................................................................. 57
Specifications.......................................................................................... 58
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Notes on using the camera
Changing the language setting
The screen language can be changed if
necessary.
To change the language setting, touch ,
then select (Settings) t (Main
Settings) t [Language Setting].
Internal memory and “Memory
Stick Duo” media back up
Do not turn off the camera, remove the battery
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.
On database files
When you insert a “Memory Stick Duo” media
without a database file into the camera and
turn on the power, part of the “Memory Stick
Duo” media capacity is used to automatically
create a database file. It may take some time
until you can perform the next operation.
Notes on recording/playback
• Before you start recording, make a trial
recording to make sure that the camera is
working correctly.
• The camera is neither dust-proof, nor splash-
proof, nor water-proof. Read “Precautions”
(page 57) before operating the camera.
• Avoid exposing the camera to water. If water
enters inside the camera, a malfunction may
occur. In some cases, the camera cannot be
repaired.
• Do not aim the camera at the sun or other
bright light. It may cause the malfunction of
the camera.
• Do not use the camera near a location that
generates strong radio waves or emits
radiation. Otherwise, the camera may not
properly record or play back images.
• Using the camera in sandy or dusty locations
may cause malfunctions.
• If moisture condensation occurs, remove it
before using the camera (page 57).
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• Do not shake or strike the camera. It may
cause a malfunction and you may not be able
to record images. Furthermore, the recording
media may become unusable or image data
may be damaged.
• Clean the flash surface before use. The heat
of flash emission may cause dirt on the flash
surface to become discolored or to stick to
the flash surface, resulting in insufficient
light emission.
Notes on the LCD screen
• The LCD screen is manufactured using
extremely high-precision technology so over
99.99% of the pixels are operational for
effective use. However, some tiny black and/
or bright dots (white, red, blue or green) may
appear on the LCD screen. These dots are a
normal result of the manufacturing process,
and do not affect the recording.
• If water droplets or other liquids splash on
the LCD screen and make it wet,
immediately wipe off the screen with a soft
cloth. Leaving liquids on the LCD screen
surface can harm the quality and cause a
malfunction.
• Do not press against the LCD screen. The
screen may be discolored and that may cause
a malfunction.
Please use Sony genuine
accessories
If you use accessories manufactured by
companies other than Sony, this could cause a
camera trouble.
• Using other manufacturers’ camera cases
with magnets could cause a power supply
trouble.
On camera’s temperature
Your camera and battery may get warm due to
continuous use, but it is not a malfunction.
On the overheat protection
Depending on the camera and battery
temperature, you may be unable to record
movies or the power may turn off
automatically to protect the camera.
A message will be displayed on the LCD
screen before the power turns off or you can
no longer record movies.
On image data compatibility
• The camera conforms with DCF (Design rule
for Camera File system) universal stand ard
established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and
Information Technology Industries
Association).
• Sony does not guarantee that the camera will
play back images recorded or edited with
other equipment, or that other equipment will
play back images recorded with the camera.
Warning on copyright
Television programs, films, videotapes, and
other materials may be copyrighted.
Unauthorized recording of such materials may
be contrary to the provisions of the copyright
laws.
No compensation for damaged
content or recording failure
Sony cannot compensate for failure to record
or loss or damage of recorded content due to a
malfunction of the camera or recording media,
etc.
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Getting started
Checking the accessories supplied
• Battery charger BC-CSD (1)
• Power cord (mains lead) (1)
(not supplied in the USA and Canada)
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• Rechargeable battery pack NP-BD1 (1)/
Battery case (1)
• Paint pen (1)
• USB, A/V Cable for multi-use terminal (1)
x
Using the wrist strap
The wrist strap is already attached to the
camera at the factory.
Place your hand through the loop to prevent
the camera from damage by being dropped.
Hook
x
Using the paint pen
The paint pen is used when operating the
touch panel. It attaches to the wrist strap.
Note
• Do not carry the camera by holding the
paint pen. The camera may fall off.
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• Wrist strap (1)
• CD-ROM (1)
– Cyber-shot application software
– “Cyber-shot Handbook”
– “Cyber-shot Step-up Guide”
• Instruction Manual (this manual) (1)
Identifying parts
Bottom
A Zoom (W/T) lever
B Shutter button
C Microphone
D ON/OFF (Power) button
E Flash
F Self-timer lamp/Smile Shutter lamp/
AF illuminator
G Lens
H Lens cover
I LCD screen/Touch panel
J (Playback) button
K Hook for wrist strap/Grip
L Speaker
M Battery/“Memory Stick Duo” media
cover
N Tripod receptacle
• 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.
O Battery eject lever
P Access lamp
Q “Memory Stick Duo” media slot
R Battery insertion slot
S Multi connector
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Charging the battery pack
Insert the battery pack into
1
the battery charger.
• You can charge the battery even when
it is partially charged.
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Battery pack
Connect the battery
2
charger to the wall
For customers in the USA and Canada
Plug
outlet (wall socket).
If you continue charging the
battery pack for about one more
hour after the CHARGE lamp
turns off, the charge will last
slightly longer (full charge).
CHARGE lamp
Lit: Charging
Off: Charging finished (normal
charge)
CHARGE lamp
For customers in countries/regions other
than the USA and Canada
Power cord
(mains lead)
CHARGE lamp
When charging is finished, disconnect the battery
3
charger.
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Charging time
Full charge time Normal charge time
Approx. 220 min. Approx. 160 min.
Notes
• The table above shows the time required to charge a fully depleted battery pack at a temperature of
25°C (77°F). Charging may take longer depending on conditions of use and circumstances.
• 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 genuine Sony brand.
x
Battery life and number of images you can record/view
Battery life (min.) No. of Images
Shooting still images Approx. 125 Approx. 250
Viewing still images Approx. 240 Approx. 4800
Note
• The number of still images that can be recorded is based on the CIPA standard, and is for shooting
under the following conditions.
(CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association)
SteadyShot] is set to [Shooting].
–[
– [LCD Brightness] is set to [Normal].
– 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.
– A fully charged battery pack (supplied) is used at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F).
– Using Sony “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media (sold separately).
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zUsing the camera abroad
You can use the camera and the battery charger (supplied) in any country or region where the
power supply is within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.
Do not use an electronic transformer (travel converter). This may cause a malfunction.
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Inserting the battery pack/a “Memory Stick Duo” media (sold separately)
Open the cover.
1
Getting started
Insert the “Memory Stick
2
Duo” media (sold separately).
With the terminal side facing the lens, insert
the “Memory Stick Duo” media until it
clicks into place.
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Insert the battery pack.
3
Check the direction of the battery, make
sure the polarity marks are facing the LCD
screen, and insert the battery until the
battery eject lever is locked.
Battery eject lever
Close the cover.
4
• Closing the cover with the battery inserted
incorrectly may damage the camera.
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Polarity
marks
x
“Memory Stick” media that
you can use
“Memory Stick Duo” media
You can also use a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
media or “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo”
media with the camera.
For details on the number of images/time that
can be recorded, see pages 24, 30, 34. Other
types of “Memory Stick” media or memory
card are not compatible with the camera.
“Memory Stick” media
You cannot use a “Memory Stick” media with
the camera.
x
To remove the “Memory
Stick Duo” media
Access lamp
Make sure that the access
lamp is not lit, then push the
“Memory Stick Duo” media in
once.
Note
• Never remove the “Memory Stick Duo”
media/battery pack when the access lamp is
lit. This may cause damage to data in the
“Memory Stick Duo” media/internal
memory.
x
When there is no “Memory
Stick Duo” media inserted
Images are stored in the camera’s internal
memory (approximately 11 MB).
To copy images from the internal
memory to a “Memory Stick Duo”
media, insert the “Memory Stick Duo”
media in the camera, touch t
(Settings) t ("Memory Stick"
Tool) t [Copy].
x
To remove the battery pack
Battery eject
lever
Slide the battery eject lever.
Be sure not to drop the
battery pack.
x
Checking the remaining
battery charge
A remaining charge indicator appears on
the LCD screen.
High
Notes
• It takes about one minute until the correct
remaining charge indicator appears.
• The remaining charge indicator may not be
correct under certain circumstances.
• If the NP-FD1 battery pack (sold separately)
is used, the minute display is also shown
after the remaining charge indicator.
• If the camera is running on and you do not
operate the camera for about one minute, the
LCD screen becomes dark.
• If the camera is running on and you do not
operate the camera for about two minutes,
the camera turns off automatically (Auto
power-off function).
Low
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Setting the clock
Lower the lens cover.
1
The camera is turned on.
• You can also turn on the camera by
pressing the ON/OFF (Power) button.
• It may take time for the power to turn
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on and allow operation.
Select the desired date
2
display format, then
touch .
Select Daylight Savings
3
[On]/[Off] then touch .
ON/OFF (Power) button
Lens cover
16
Select the item to be set,
4
then set the value with
v/V and touch .
• Midnight is indicated as 12:00 AM,
and noon as 12:00 PM.
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Select your desired area
5
with b/B, then touch .
Touch [OK].
6
Note
• The camera does not have a feature for superimposing dates on images. By using “PMB” in the
CD-ROM (supplied), you can print or save images with the date.
x
Setting the date and time again
Touch t (Settings) t (Clock Settings) (page 50).
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Shooting/viewing imag
es
Shooting images
Lower the lens cover.
1
The camera is turned on.
• To shoot movies, set (REC
Mode) to (Movie Mode)
(page 33).
Shooting/viewing images
Hold the camera
2
steady as illustrated.
• Slide the zoom (W/T) lever to
the T side to zoom.
Slide to the W side to return.
Lens cover
Zoom (W/T) lever
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Press the shutter
3
button halfway down
to focus.
is displayed to indicate that
SteadyShot is working. When the
image is in focus, a beep sounds
and the z indicator lights.
• The shortest shooting distance
is approximately 1 cm (13/32
inches) (W)/50 cm (19 3/4
inches) (T) (from the lens).
Press the shutter
4
button fully down.
The image is shot.
Shutter button
SteadyShot
mark
AE/AF lock
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