Sony DSC-W30 User Manual

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	Enjoying
	the camera
	Using the menu
	Using the Setup
Digital Still Camera	screen

User’s Guide/

Troubleshooting

DSC-W30/W40/W50/

W70

“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.

Using your computer

Printing still images

Connecting your camera to your TV

Troubleshooting

Others

Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom.

Index

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-W30/W40/W50/W70

Serial No. ___________________________

Printed in Japan

© 2006 Sony Corporation

2-673-239-11(1)

WARNING

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

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.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

For your protection, please read these safety instructions completely before operating the appliance, and keep this manual for future reference.

Carefully observe all warnings, precautions and instructions on the appliance, or the one described in the operating instructions and adhere to them.

Use

Power Sources

This set should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of electrical power supplied to your home, consult your dealer or local power company. For those sets designed to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

Cleaning

Unplug the set from the wall outlet before cleaning or polishing it. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a cloth lightly dampened with water for cleaning the exterior of the set.

Installation

Water and Moisture

Do not use power-line operated sets near water – for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.

Power-Cord Protection

Route the power cord so that it is not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to the plugs, receptacles, and the point where the cord exits from the appliance.

Polarization

This set may be equipped with a polarized ac power cord plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other).

This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug by forcing it in.

Overloading

Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity, since this can result in fire or electric shock.

Object and Liquid Entry

Never push objects of any kind into the set through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the set.

Attachments

Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer, as they may cause hazards.

Accessories

Do not place the set on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The set may fall, causing serious injury to a child or an adult, and serious damage to the set. Use only a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer.

Ventilation

The slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for necessary ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the set, and to protect it from overheating, these slots and openings must never be blocked or covered.

–Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth or other materials.

–Never block the slots and openings by placing the set on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface.

–Never place the set in a confined space, such as a bookcase, or built-in cabinet, unless proper ventilation is provided.

–Do not place the set near or over a radiator or heat register, or where it is exposed to direct sunlight.

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Lightning

For added protection for this set during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the set due to lightning and power-line surges.

Service

Damage Requiring Service

Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

–When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.

–If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the set.

–If the set has been exposed to rain or water.

–If the set has been subject to excessive shock by being dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged.

–If the set does not operate normally when following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are specified in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the set to normal operation.

–When the set exhibits a distinct change in performance – this indicates a need for service.

Servicing

Do not attempt to service the set yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.

Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Replacement parts

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

Safety Check

Upon completion of any service or repairs to the set, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks (as specified by the manufacturer) to determine that the set is in safe operating condition.

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Read this first

CAUTION

Replace the battery with the specified type only. Otherwise, fire or injury may result.

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.

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-W30, DSC-W40

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 Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY

Model No.:DSC-W50

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 Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY

Model No.:DSC-W70

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 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.

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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 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

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.

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 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.

cool, dry place. This is to maintain the battery pack functions (page 97).

•For details on the usable battery pack, see page 97.

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.

“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 95.

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 battery pack

•Charge the battery pack (supplied) before using the camera for the first time. (t step 1 in “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.

•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

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 26 for the data back up method.

Notes on recording/playback

•This camera is neither dust-proof, nor splashproof, nor water-proof. Read “Precautions” (page 99) 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. This may cause irrecoverable damage to your eyes. Or it may cause the malfunction of your camera.

•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.

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•Using the camera in sandy or dusty locations may cause malfunctions.

•If moisture condensation occurs, remove it before using the camera (page 99).

•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 and lens

•The LCD screen is 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. These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way.

Black, white, red, blue and green points

•Exposing the LCD screen 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.

•This camera is equipped with a power zoom lens. Be careful not to bump the lens, and be careful not to apply force to it.

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.

On illustrations

Illustrations used in this manual are of the DSC-W70 unless noted otherwise.

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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	This manual

• Shoot with your favorite settings (Program auto shooting) t page 28

• Enjoy various shooting/playback using the menu t page 30

• Change the default settings t page 46

Connect your camera to a PC or a printer	This manual

•Copy your images to a computer and enjoy editing them in various ways t page 56

• Print images by connecting your camera directly to a printer (PictBridge compliant printers only) t page 73

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Table of contents
Read this first ............................................................................................	5
Notes on using your camera .....................................................................	7
Enjoying the camera
Basic techniques for better images.........................................................	13
Focus – Focusing on a subject successfully...................................................	13
Exposure – Adjusting the light intensity...........................................................	14
Color – On the effects of lighting .....................................................................	15
Quality – On “image quality” and “image size” ...............................................	15
Identifying parts ......................................................................................	17
Indicators on the screen..........................................................................	19
Changing the screen display...................................................................	23
Number of still images and recording time of movies .............................	24
When you do not have a “Memory Stick Duo” (Recording with the internal
memory)..................................................................................................	26
Battery life and number of images that can be recorded/viewed ............	27
Using the mode dial ................................................................................	28
Using the menu
Using menu items ..............................................................................	30
Menu items ..........................................................................................	31
Shooting menu........................................................................................	32

COLOR (Color Mode) 9 (Focus)

(Metering Mode) WB (White Bal)

ISO

(P.Quality) Mode (REC Mode)

M	(Interval)

(Flash Level)

(Contrast)

(Sharpness) (Setup)

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Viewing menu..........................................................................................	39
(Folder)
- (Protect)
DPOF
(Print)
(Slide)
(Resize)
(Rotate)
(Divide)
(Setup)
Trimming
Using the Setup screen
Using Setup items..............................................................................	46
Camera ..............................................................................................	47
AF Mode
Digital Zoom
Function Guide
Red Eye Reduction
AF Illuminator
Auto Review
Internal Memory Tool .........................................................................	50
Format
Memory Stick Tool .............................................................................	51

1

2

Format
Create REC. Folder
Change REC. Folder
Copy
Setup 1 ...............................................................................................	53
LCD Backlight (DSC-W50/W70 only)
Beep
Language
Initialize
Setup 2 ...............................................................................................	54
File Number
USB Connect
Video Out
Clock Set

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Using your computer
Enjoying your Windows computer...........................................................	56
Installing the software (supplied) ............................................................	58
Copying images to your computer ..........................................................	59
Viewing image files stored on a computer with your camera (using a
“Memory Stick Duo”) ...............................................................................	65
Using the “Cyber-shot Viewer” (supplied) ...............................................	66
Using your Macintosh computer .............................................................	70
Printing still images
How to print still images ..........................................................................	72
Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer .................	73
Printing at a shop ....................................................................................	76
Connecting your camera to your TV
Viewing images on a TV screen .............................................................	78
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting.......................................................................................	80
Warning indicators and messages..........................................................	92
Others
On the “Memory Stick”............................................................................	95
On the battery pack ................................................................................	97
On the battery charger............................................................................	98
Precautions .............................................................................................	99
Specifications........................................................................................	101
Index....................................................................................................	103

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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 dial (page 28), 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	Press the shutter	AE/AF lock indicator			Then press the
button fully down	button halfway	Flashing , lit/beeps			shutter button
straight away.	down.				fully down.

To shoot a still image difficult to focus on t [Focus] (page 33)

If the image looks blurred even after focusing, it may be because of camera shake. 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 the 2-second delay selftimer or a tripod may be effective. Also, using the flash in dark places is 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.

Shutter speed = Length of time the camera receives

Exposure: light

Aperture = Size of the opening allowing light to pass through

ISO = Recording sensitivity

	Overexposure	The exposure is automatically set to the
	= too much light	proper value in the auto adjustment mode.
	Whitish image	However, you can adjust it manually using
		the functions below.
	Correct exposure	Adjusting EV:
		Allows you to adjust the exposure that has
		been determined by the camera.
		t step 5 in “Read This First”

Underexposure

= too little light Darker image

Metering Mode:

Allows you to change the part of the subject to be measured to determine the exposure. t page 34

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 35

High ISO sensitivity

Records a bright image even when shooting in a dark location.

However, the image tends to become noisy.

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	Daylight	Cloudy	Fluorescent	Incandescent

Characteristics of light	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 35).

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

3072

1 Image size: 7M (DSC-W70)

3072 pixels × 2304 pixels = 7,077,888 pixels

	2816				2 Image size: 6M (DSC-W30/W40/W50)
	640			2304	2816 pixels × 2112 pixels = 5,947,392 pixels
		480	2112
	Pixels				3 Image size: VGA
					640 pixels × 480 pixels = 307,200 pixels

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Selecting the image size for use (t step 4 in “Read This First”)

Pixel

Many pixels (Fine image quality and large file size)

Few pixels (Rough image quality but small file size)

Example: Printing in up to A3 size

Example: An attached image to be sent by e- mail

Image size			Usage guidelines
7M	(3072×2304) (DSC-W70 the default		Up to A3/11×17"print
setting)
3:21) (3072×2048) (DSC-W70)		Larger	Match 3:2 Aspect Ratio
6M	(2816×2112) (DSC-W30/W40/W50 the		Up to A4/8×10"print
default setting)
3:21) (2816×1872) (DSC-W30/W40/W50)			Match 3:2 Aspect Ratio
5M	(2592×1944) (DSC-W70)		Up to A4/8×10"print
3M	(2048×1536)	Smaller	Up to 13×18cm/5×7"print
2M	(1632×1224)		Up to 10×15cm/4×6"print
VGA (640×480)			For E-mail
16:92)(1920×1080)			Display On 16:9 HDTV3)

1)Images are recorded in the same 3:2 aspect ratio as photograph printing paper or postcards, etc.

2)Both edges of the image may be cut off when printing (page 89).

3)By using a Memory Stick slot or USB connection, you can enjoy higher quality images.

The default settings are marked with .

	Movie image size	Frame/Second	Usage guidelines
	640(Fine) (640×480)	Approx. 30	Display on TV (high quality)
	640(Standard) (640×480)	Approx. 17	Display on TV (standard)
	160 (160×112)	Approx. 8	For E-mail

•The larger the image size, the higher the quality is.

•The more frames per second you played back, the smoother playback can be.

Selecting the image quality (compression ratio) in combination (page 36)

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.

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Identifying parts

See the pages in parentheses for details of operation.

A	E
B	F
C	G

H

D

AShutter button (t step 5 in “Read This First”)

BFor shooting: Zoom (W/T) lever (t step 5 in “Read This First”)

For viewing: / (Playback zoom) lever/ (Index) lever (t step 6 in “Read This First”)

CFinder window

DLens

EPOWER button/POWER lamp (t step 2 in “Read This First”)

FMicrophone

GFlash (t step 5 in “Read This First”)

HSelf-timer lamp (t step 5 in “Read This First”)/AF illuminator (49)

A
B		Enjoying
D	H
C
	I	the
E	J	camera
F	K
G	L
	M
DSC-W50/W70	N

OP Q R S T U

DSC-W30/W40

I

J

V W X

AAE/AF lock lamp/Self-timer lamp (green) (t step 5 in “Read This First”)

BFlash charging lamp/Record lamp (orange) (t step 5 in “Read This First”)

CSpeaker

DFinder (t step 5 in “Read This First”)

ELCD screen (23)

F (Screen display switch) button (23)

GMENU button (30)

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H (Playback) button (t step 6 in “Read This First”)

IDC IN jack

When using an AC-LS5K AC Adaptor (not supplied)

For details, refer to the operation manual supplied with the AC adaptor.

DSC-W50/W70

2 To DC IN jack

1

v mark

3 To wall outlet

DSC-W30/W40

1 2 To DC IN jack

v mark

•If you connect the AC-LS5K AC Adaptor, you cannot charge the battery pack. For battery charging, use the battery charger. t step 1 in “Read This First”

JDC IN jack cover

KMode dial (28)

LHook for wrist (neck) strap (t “Read This First”)

MControl button

Menu on: v/V/b/B/z (t step 2 in “Read This First”)

Menu off: /// (t step 5 in “Read This First”)

N (Image Size/Delete) button (t step 4 and 6 in “Read This First”)

OTripod 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.

•After use, remove the camera from the tripod.

PBattery/“Memory Stick Duo” cover (t step 1 and 3 in “Read This First”)

QAccess lamp (t step 4 in “Read This First”)

R“Memory Stick Duo” slot

(t step 3 in “Read This First”)

SBattery insertion slot

(t step 1 in “Read This First”)

TBattery eject lever

(t step 1 in “Read This First”)

UMulti connector (bottom) (DSC-W50/ W70)

VA/V OUT jack (DSC-W30/W40)

WJack cover (DSC-W30/W40)

X (USB) jack (DSC-W30/W40)

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Indicators on the screen

See the pages in parentheses for details of operation.

When shooting still images

1	3
	4
2	5

When shooting movies

1	3
	4
2
	5
A
Display	Indication
	Battery remaining (t step
	1 in “Read This First”)

zAE/AF lock (t step 5 in “Read This First”)

M	Recording mode (28, 36)

WB							White balance (35)
STBY							Standby/Recording a movie
REC							(t step 5 in “Read This
							First”)
							Mode dial (Scene
							Selection) (t step 5 in
							“Read This First”)

Display									Indication
									Mode dial (Program auto
									shooting) (28)
									Camera mode (t step 5 in
									“Read This First”)
				SL					Flash mode (t step 5 in
									“Read This First”)
									Flash charging
									Zoom scaling (t 47, step 5
1.3									in “Read This First”)
									Red-eye reduction (48)
									Sharpness (38)
									Contrast (38)
		ON							AF illuminator (49)
									Metering mode (34)
RICH									Color mode (32)
NATURAL
SEPIA B&W
B
Display									Indication
									Macro (t step 5 in “Read
									This First”)
S AF M AF									AF mode (47)
									AF range finder frame
									indicator (33)
1.0m									Focus preset distance (33)
	Image Brightness(EV) EV								Exposure value scale bar
									(t step 5 in “Read This
									First”)
									• The display is changed,
									depending on the position
									of the mode dial (shown
									left).
VDarker vBrighter									Exposure value guide (t
									step 5 in “Read This First”)

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C

Display

Indication

Image size (t step 4 in

6M

3:2

“Read This First”)

3M

•

and

are displayed

1M

VGA

16:9

only for the DSC-W70.

6M is displayed only for

the DSC-W30/W40/W50.

•1M is displayed only when

the Multi Burst is activated.

FINE STD Image quality (36)

101Recording folder (51)

•This does not appear when using internal memory.

Remaining internal memory capacity (24)

Remaining “Memory

Stick” capacity (24)

00:00:00 Recording time [maximum [00:28:05] recordable time] (25)

1/30" Multi Burst interval (38)

400Remaining number of recordable images (24)

	Self-timer (t step 5 in
	“Read This First”)
C:32:00	Self-diagnosis display (92)
	ISO number (35)

D

Display	Indication
	Vibration warning (13)
	• 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 use the
	flash for better lighting or
	using a tripod or other
	means to stabilize the
	camera.

ELow battery warning (27, 92)

Display Indication

+Spot metering cross hair (34)

AF range finder frame (33)

E

Display				Indication
				Histogram (23)
				NR slow shutter
				• When using certain shutter
				speeds*, the NR slow
				shutter function activates
				automatically to reduce the
				picture noise.
				* When [ISO] is set to
				[Auto] or less than [200]:
				the shutter speed is equal
				to or slower than 1/6
				second.
				When [ISO] is set to
				more than [400] or the
				mode dial is set to
				(High sensitivity mode):
				the shutter speed is equal
				to or slower than 1/25
				second.
125				Shutter speed
F3.5				Aperture value
+2.0EV				Exposure Value (t step5 in
				“Read This First”)
				Menu (30)
(not displayed
on the screen
on the previous
page)

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When playing back still images

A

		Display			Indication
1	3				Battery remaining (t step
					1 in “Read This First”)
	4	M			Recording mode (28, 36)
			6M	3:2	Image size (t step 4 in
			3M		“Read This First”)
	5	1M	VGA	16:9
2					Playback mode (	step 6
BACK/NEXT	VOLUME
					t
					in “Read This First”)

When playing back movies

-

Protect (40)

Print order (DPOF) mark (76)

1

3

Change folder (39)

• This does not appear when using internal memory.

4

1.3

Zoom scaling (t step 6 in

“Read This First”)

2

Step

Frame by frame playback

5

12/16

(36)

N

Playback (t step 6 in

“Read This First”)

Volume (t step 6 in “Read

This First”)

B

Display

Indication

101-0012

Folder-file number (39)

Playback bar (t step 6 in

“Read This First”)

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C

Display Indication

PictBridge connecting (74)

101Recording folder (51)

•This does not appear when using internal memory.

101Playback folder (39)

•This does not appear when using internal memory.

			Remaining internal
			memory capacity (24)
			Remaining “Memory
			Stick” capacity (24)
8/8 12/12			Image number/Number of
			images recorded in selected
			folder
C:32:00			Self-diagnosis display (92)
00:00:12			Counter (t step 6 in “Read
			This First”)

D

Display	Indication
	PictBridge connecting (75)
	• Do not disconnect the
	cable for multi-use
	terminal (DSC-W50/
	W70)/USB cable (DSC-
	W30/W40), while the icon
	is displayed.
+2.0EV	Exposure Value (t step5 in
	“Read This First”)
	ISO number (35)
	Metering mode (34)
	Flash
WB	White balance (35)
500	Shutter speed
F3.5	Aperture value
	Playback image (t step 6
	in “Read This First”)

E

Display										Indication
										Histogram (23)
										•	appears when histogram
											display is disabled.
2006 1 1										Recorded date/time of the
9:30 AM										playback image
										Menu (30)
				DPOF

zPAUSE Playing back Multi Burst

zPLAY images in series (36)

BACK/	Select images
NEXT
VOLUME	Adjust volume

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Changing the screen display

Each time you press the (Screen display switch) button, the display changes as follows.

Histogram on

Histogram display

Indicators off

LCD screen off

Indicators on

• By pressing

(Screen display switch) button

longer, you can brighten the LCD backlight. (DSC-W50/W70 only) t step 5 in “Read This First”

•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

•During image playback, you cannot turn the LCD screen off.

•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.

•When you set the LCD screen to off, the digital zoom does not function and [AF Mode] is set to

[Single] (page 47). When you select (flash mode) / (self-timer) / (macro), the image is displayed for about two seconds.

z Using a histogram

	A histogram is a graph showing the brightness of
	an image. Set the mode dial to		,	, or Scene
A	Selection, then press	(Screen display switch)
	repeatedly to display the histogram inside the
	screen. The graph display indicates a bright image

Bwhen skewed to the right side, and a dark image

	Dark	Bright	when skewed to the left side. Adjust the exposure
			while checking it with the histogram (t step 5 in
			“Read This First”).

A Number of pixels B Brightness

• The histogram also appears when playing back a single image, but you cannot adjust the exposure.

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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 or the internal memory. The values may vary depending on the shooting conditions. For image size and image quality, see page 15 and step 4 in “Read This First”

The number of still images (The image quality is [Fine] on the upper line and

[Standard] on the lower line.)								(Units: Images)
	32MB/		58MB/
	Internal memory		Internal	64MB	128MB	256MB	512MB	1GB	2GB
	(DSC-W30/		memory
	W40/W50)		(DSC-W70)
7M (DSC-W70)	9		16	18	37	67	137	279	573
	18		33	36	73	132	268	548	1125
3:2 (DSC-W70)	9		16	18	37	67	137	279	573
	18		33	36	73	132	268	548	1125
6M (DSC-W30/	10		–	21	42	77	157	322	660
W40/W50)
	19		–	39	79	142	290	592	1215
3:2 (DSC-W30/	10		–	21	42	77	157	322	660
W40/W50)
	19		–	39	79	142	290	592	1215
5M (DSC-W70)	12		23	25	51	92	188	384	789
	23		43	48	96	174	354	723	1482
3M	20		37	41	82	148	302	617	1266
	37		67	74	149	264	537	1097	2250
2M	33		60	66	133	238	484	988	2025
	61		111	123	246	446	907	1852	3798
VGA	196		357	394	790	1428	2904	5928	12154
	491		892	985	1975	3571	7261	14821	30385
16:9	33		60	66	133	238	484	988	2025
	61		111	123	246	446	907	1852	3798

•The number of images listed is for when [Mode] is set to [Normal].

•When the number of remaining shootable images is greater than 9,999, the “>9999” indicator appears.

•You can resize the images later ([Resize], page 42).

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The recording time of movies						(Units: hour : minute : second)
	32MB/	58MB/
	Internal
		Internal
	memory		64MB	128MB	256MB		512MB	1GB	2GB
		memory
	(DSC-W30/
		(DSC-W70)
	W40/W50)
640(Fine)	–	–	–	–	0:02:50		0:06:00	0:12:20	0:25:10
640(Standard)	0:01:20	0:02:30	0:02:50	0:05:50	0:10:40		0:21:40	0:44:20	1:31:00
160	0:22:40	0:42:40	0:45:30	1:31:30	2:51:20		5:47:00	11:44:20	24:18:20

•Movies with the size set to [640(Fine)] can only be recorded on a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”.

•When images recorded using earlier Sony models are played back on this camera, the display may differ from the actual image size.

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When you do not have a “Memory Stick Duo” (Recording with the internal memory)

The camera has 58 MB or 32 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.

B

BInternal memory

When a “Memory Stick Duo” is inserted

[Recording]: Images are recorded on the “Memory Stick 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.

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 capacitiy of 64 MB or more (DSC-W70) / 32 MB or more (DSC-W30/W40/W50), then perform the procedure explained in [Copy] (page 52).

To copy (back up) data on a hard disc of your computer

Perform the procedure on pages 59 to 61 without a “Memory Stick Duo” inserted in the camera.

•You cannot move image data on a “Memory Stick Duo” to the internal memory.

•You can copy data stored in the internal memory to a computer via a USB connection between a computer and your camera, 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 97).

•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 (DSC-W50/W70).

–[AF Mode] is set to [Monitor].

–The battery power is low.

When shooting still images

LCD		No. of images	Battery life (min.)
screen
DSC-W70
On		Approx. 360	Approx. 180
Off		Approx. 470	Approx. 235
DSC-W50
On		Approx. 390	Approx. 195
Off		Approx. 500	Approx. 250
DSC-W30/W40
On		Approx. 400	Approx. 200
Off		Approx. 510	Approx. 255

•Shooting in the following situations:

– (P.Quality) is set to [Fine].

–[AF Mode] is set to [Single].

–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.

When viewing still images

No. of images	Battery life (min.)

DSC-W70

Approx. 7800	Approx. 390

DSC-W30/W40/W50

Approx. 8000	Approx. 400

•Viewing single images in order at about three second intervals

When shooting movies

LCD screen on (min.)	LCD screen off (min.)
DSC-W70
Approx. 180	Approx. 230
DSC-W30/W40/W50
Approx. 190	Approx. 240

•Shooting movies continuously with an image size of [160]

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Using the mode dial

Set the mode dial to the desired function.

Mode dial

: Shooting movies

t step 5 in “Read This First”

Control button

Still image shooting modes

: Auto Adjustment mode

Allows easy shooting with the settings adjusted automatically. t step 5 in “Read This First”

: Program Auto 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”

In this Operating Instructions, the available mode dial setting is shown as follows.

Unavailable

Available

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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.

					(	: you can select the desired setting)
	Macro	Flash	AF range	Focus preset		White	Flash level	Burst/
			finder		Balance			Multi Burst
							—
	—						—	—
		SL			Auto/ WB			—
		/
		/
	—	/

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Using the menu

Using menu items

v/V/b/B button

button

Mode dial

z button

MENU button Control button

1 Recording: Turn on the camera, then set the mode dial. Playback: Press .

Different items are available depending on the position of the mode dial and Recording/Playback mode.

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	Fine
	until the item appears on the screen.	Standard
		P.Quality
	• Press z after selecting an item in the Playback
	mode.

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 set items that are not available to select.

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