Sony DSC-W55 Instruction Manual

Digital Still Camera/Cámara fotografía digital

Instruction Manual Manual de instrucciones

DSC-W35/W55

For details on the advanced operations, please access

“Cyber-shot Handbook” contained on the supplied CD-

ROM via a computer. Para obtener más detalles sobre las operaciones avanzadas,

consulte desde un ordenador la

Cyber-shot”

Operating Instructions

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.

Manual de instrucciones

Antes de usar la unidad, lea detenidamente este manual y consérvelo para futuras consultas.

incluida en el CD-ROM suministrado.

“Guía práctica de

English

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-W35/W55 Serial No. ___________________________

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.

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.

[ 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.

[ 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.

[ 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.

[ 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.

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.

Battery charger

This power unit is intended to be correctly orientated in a vertical or floor mount position.

For Customers in the U.S.A.

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-W55 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo,

San Diego, CA 92127U.S.A.

Telephone No.: 858-942-2230

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to 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-W35 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo,

San Diego, CA 92127U.S.A.

Telephone No.: 858-942-2230

[ 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/T V

technician for help.

The supplied interface cable must be used with t he equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

For the State of California, USA only

Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate Perchlorate Material : Lithium battery contains perchlorate.

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 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)

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.

Table of contents

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS .................................................................... 2

Read this first ............................................................................................ 4

Notes on using your camera .................................................................... 8

Getting started ................................................................................. 9

Checking the accessories supplied ......................................................... 9

1 Preparing the battery pack .................................................................. 10

2 Inserting the battery pack/a “Memory Stick Duo” (not supplied) ........ 11

3 Turning the camera on/setting the clock ............................................. 13

Shooting images easily .................................................................14

Viewing/deleting images ............................................................... 17

Indicators on the screen ............................................................... 19

Changing the settings – Menu/Setup .......................................... 21

Menu items ............................................................................................. 22

Setup items ............................................................................................. 23

Enjoying your computer ............................................................... 25

Supported Operating Systems for USB connection and application

software (supplied) ................................................................................. 25

Viewing “Cyber-shot Handbook” ............................................................ 25

Battery life and memory capacity ................................................26

Battery life and number of images that can be recorded/viewed .......... 26

Number of still images and recording time of movies ............................ 27

Troubleshooting ............................................................................29

Battery pack and power ......................................................................... 29

Shooting still images/movies .................................................................. 30

Viewing images ...................................................................................... 30

Precautions .................................................................................... 31

Specifications ................................................................................ 32

Notes on using your camera

[ 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.

[ Notes on recording/playback

• Before you record, make a trial recording to make sure that the camera is working correctly.

• This camera is neither dust-proof, nor splashproof, nor water-proof. Read “Precautions” (page 31) before operating the camera.

• 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.

• 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 31).

• 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

• 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.

• The camera will not function with the lens portion extended when the battery pack is discharged. Insert a charged battery pack, then turn on the camera again.

[ 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.

[ 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.

[ On illustrations

Illustrations used in this manual are of the DSCW55 unless noted otherwise.

Getting started

Checking the accessories supplied

• Battery charger BC-CSG/BC-CSGB/BCCSGC (1)

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

• Rechargeable battery pack NP-BG1 (1)/ Battery case (1)

DSC-W55

Hook

• USB, A/V cable for multi-use terminal (1) (DSC-W55)

• USB cable (1) (DSC-W35)

• A/V cable (1) (DSC-W35)

• Wrist strap (1)

• CD-ROM (Cyber-shot application software/ “Cyber-shot Handbook”) (1)

• Instruction Manual (this manual) (1)

DSC-W35

Hook

Attach the strap and pass your hand through it to prevent the camera from damage by being dropped, etc.

1 Preparing the battery pack

For customers in the USA and Canada

Plug

CHARGE lamp

For customers other than those in the USA and Canada

CHARGE lamp

Power cord (mains lead)

1Insert the battery pack into the battery charger.

2Connect the battery charger to the wall outlet (wall socket).

The CHARGE lamp lights on, and charging starts. When the CHARGE lamp turns off, charging is finished (Practical charge). If you continue charging the battery pack for about one more hour (until it is fully charged), the charge

will last slightly longer.

[ Charging time

Full charge time Practical charge time

Approx. 330 min. Approx. 270 min.

• Time required to charge a fully depleted battery pack at a temperature of 25°C (77°F). Charging may take longer under certain circumstances or conditions.

• For details on the battery life and memory capacity, see page 26.

• Connect the battery charger to an easily accessible wall outlet (wall socket) close by.

• 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).

• 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.

• Designed for use with compatible Sony batteries.

2 Inserting the battery pack/a “Memory Stick Duo” (not

supplied)

Battery/“Memory Stick Duo” cover

Terminal side

Insert the “Memory Stick Duo” with the terminal side facing the lens.

DSC-W55 DSC-W35

Battery eject lever

Insert the battery pack while pressing the battery eject lever with the tip of the battery pack.

1Open the battery/“Memory Stick Duo” cover.

2Insert the “Memory Stick Duo” (not supplied) all the way in until it clicks.

3Insert the battery pack.

4Close the battery/“Memory Stick Duo” cover.

[ When there is no “Memory Stick Duo” inserted

The camera records/plays back images using the internal memory (approx. 56 MB).

[ To check the remaining battery time

Press POWER button to turn on and check the remaining battery on the LCD screen.

Battery remaining indicator

Battery remaining guidelines

Sufficient power remaining

Slightly consumed

Battery half full

Battery low, recording/ playback will stop soon.

Change the battery with fully charged one, or charge the battery. (The warning indicator flashes.)

• It takes about one minute until the correct battery remaining indicator appears.

• The displayed battery remaining indicator may not be correct under certain circumstances.

• The Clock Set screen appears when the camera is turned on for the first time (page 13).

[ To remove the battery pack/“Memory Stick Duo”

Open the battery/“Memory Stick Duo” cover.

Battery pack“Memory Stick Duo”

Make sure that the access lamp is not lit, then push the “Memory Stick Duo” in once.

• Never remove the battery pack/“Memory Stick Duo” when the access lamp is lit, otherwise the data may be destroyed.

Slide the battery eject lever.

• Be sure not to drop the battery pack.

3 Turning the camera on/setting the clock

POWER button

Mode dial

Control button

1Select with the mode dial, then press the POWER button.

2Set the clock with the control button.

1 Select the date display format with v/V, then press z. 2 Select each item with b/B and set the numeric value with v/V, then press z. 3 Select [OK] with B, then press z.

[ To change the date and time

Select [Clock Set] in the (Setup) screen (page 21).

[ When you turn on the power

• Unless you set the clock, the Clock Set screen appears each time the camera is turned on.

• If the camera is running on battery power and you do not operate the camera for about three

minutes, the camera turns off automatically to prevent wearing down the battery pack (Auto power-off function).

Shooting images easily

AE/AF lock indi

Microphone

Finder

Zoom lever

DISP (Screen display

switch) button

Tripod receptacle

(bottom)

(Image Size)

button

Control button

1Select a mode with the mode dial.

Still image (auto adjustment mode): Movie: Select .

Select .

2Hold the camera steady, keeping your arm at your side.

Position the subject in the center of the focus frame. Do not cover the microphone with your Finger.

3Shoot with the shutter button.

Still image:

1 Press and hold the shutter button

halfway down to focus.

The z (AE/AF lock) indicator (green) flashes, a beep sounds, the indicator stops flashing and remains lit.

2 Press the shutter button fully down.

The shutter sounds.

cator

Shutter button

Mode dial

Movie:

Press the shutter button fully down. To stop recording, press the shutter button fully down again.

[ Selecting the mode dial

Set the mode dial to the desired function.

Auto Adjustment

Allows easy shooting with the settings adjusted automatically.

: Program Auto

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.

: Movie

Record movie with sound.

: High Sensitivity

Shoot images without a flash even in low lighting.

: Soft Snap

Shoot a person’s skin with a warmer look.

: Twilight Portrait

Shoot sharp images of people in a dark place without losing the nighttime atmosphere.

: Twilight

Shoot night scenes without losing the nighttime atmosphere.

: Landscape

Shoot with the focus on a distant subject.

: Beach

Shoot seaside or lakeside scenes with the blueness of the water captured more vividly.

: Snow

Shoot snow scenes in white more clearly.

[ Using the zoom

Slide the zoom lever.

• When the zoom scale exceeds 3×, the camera uses the Digital Zoom function.

• You cannot change the zoom scale while shooting a movie.

[ Flash (Selecting a flash mode

for still images)

Press v ( ) on the control button repeatedly until the desired mode is selected.

(No indicator): Flash Auto

Strobes when there is insufficient light or backlight (default setting)

: Flash forced on

: Slow synchro (Flash forced on)

The shutter speed is slow in a dark place to clearly shoot the background that is out of flash light.

: Flash forced off

[ Macro (Shooting close-up)

Press B ( ) on the control button. To cancel, press B again.

(No indicator): Macro off

: Macro on (W side: Approx. 2 cm or farther

(13/16 inches or farther), T side: Approx. 30 cm or farther (11 7/8 inches or farther))

[ Using the self-timer

Press V ( ) on the control button repeatedly until the desired mode is selected.

Self-timer lamp

(No indicator): Not using the self-timer

: Setting the 10-second delay self-timer

: Setting the 2-second delay self-timer

Press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes, and a beep sounds until the shutter operates.

[ EV (Adjusting the exposure)

Press b ( ) on the control button, then press v/V to adjust the exposure.

Toward +: Brightens an image. Toward –: Darkens an image.

To turn off the EV adjustment bar, press the b button again.

[ DISP Changing the screen

display

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

Histogram on

Indicators off

LCD screen off

Indicators on

[ To change the image size

Press the (Image Size) button, then press v/V to select the size. To turn off the Image Size menu, press the

button again.

Still images

Image size Guidelines

: 7M

: 3:2 Match 3:2 Aspect Ratio

3:2

: 5M Up to A4/8×10" print

: 3M Up to 13×18cm /5×7" print

: 2M Up to 10×15cm /4×6" print

: VGA For E-mail

VGA

: 16:9 Display On 16:9 HDTV

16:9

Up to A3/11×17" print

Movies

Image size Guidelines

FINE

: 640(Fine)

6 40

Display on TV (high quality)

STD

6 40

Display on TV (standard)

640(Standard)

160

: 160 For E-mail

[ On the recordable number of still

images and recordable time of movies

Recordable number of still images and recordable time of movies vary depending on the selected image size.

Still images

Maximum number of recordable images

Movies

Maximum recordable time

• The number of recordable images and time can differ according to shooting conditions.

Viewing/deleting images

(Index)/ (playback

zoom) lever

(playback zoom)

lever

A/V OUT jack (DSC-W35)

Multi connector (bottom)

(DSC-W55)

(Delete) button

(Playback) button

Control button

1Press (Playback) button.

• If you press (Playback) button when the camera is powered off, the camera is turned on in the playback mode. If you press again, switches to recording mode.

2Select an image with b/B on the control button.

Movie:

Press z to play back a movie. (Press z again to stop playback.) Press B to fast forward, press b to rewind. (Press z to return to normal playback.) Press v/V to adjust the volume.

[ To delete images

1 Display the image you want to delete and press (Delete). 2 Select [Delete] with v, then press z.

[ To view an enlarged image (playback zoom)

Slide lever while displaying a still image. To undo the zoom, slide lever. Adjust the portion: v/V/b/B Cancel playback zoom: z

[ Viewing an index screen

Slide (Index) lever and select an image with v/V/b/B. To display the next (previous) index screen, press b/B. To return to the single-image screen, press z.

[ To delete images in index mode

1 While an index screen is displayed, press (Delete) and select [Select] with v/V on

the control button, then press z.

2 Select the image you want to delete with v/V/b/B, then press z to display the (Delete)

indicator on the selected image.

3 Press (Delete). 4 Select [OK] with B, then press z.

[ To view images on TV screen

Connect the camera to the TV with the cable for multi-use terminal (DSC-W55) or the A/V cable (DSC-W35).

DSC-W55

To audio/video input jacks

To the multi connector

Cable for multi-use terminal (supplied)

DSC-W35

To A/V OUT jack

A/V cable (supplied)

To audio/video input jacks

Indicators on the screen

Everytime you press the DISP (Screen display switch) button, the display data and indicator is turned on and off (page 16).

[ When shooting still images

[ When shooting movies

[ When playing back

Battery remaining

z AE/AF lock

Recording mode

White balance

STBY REC

Mode dial (Scene

Flash mode

Metering mode

RICH NATURAL SEPIA B&W

- Protect

1.3

Step 12/16

N Playback

Standby/Recording a movie

Selection)

Mode dial (Program Auto) Camera mode

Flash charging Zoom scaling

1.3

Red-eye reduction Sharpness Contrast AF illuminator

Color mode

Playback mode

Print order (DPOF) mark Zoom scaling Frame by frame playback

Volume

Macro

AF mode

S AF M A F

AF range finder frame

indicator

1.0m Focus preset distance

EV adjustment bar

V Darker v Brighter

101-0012 Folder-file number

Adjusting EV

Playback bar

PictBridge connecting

7M 3:2 5M

3M 2M 1M

VGA 16:9

FINE

STD

6 40

FINE STD Image quality

101

Image size

160

Recording folder

Change folder

101

Playback folder Remaining internal

memory capacity Remaining “Memory

Stick” capacity

00:00:00 [00:28:25]

1/30" Multi Burst interval 400 Remaining number of

Recording time [maximum recordable time]

recordable images

Self-timer

C:32:00 Self-diagnosis display

ISO number

12/12

Image number/Number of images recorded in selected folder

00:00:12

Counter

Vibration warning

E Low battery warning

PictBridge connecting

+2.0EV

Exposure Value

Metering mode

Flash

White balance

Spot metering cross hair AF range finder frame

500 F3.5

Shutter speed Aperture value

Histogram

• appears when histogram display is disabled.

NR slow shutter

125 F3.5 +2.0EV 2007 1 1

9:30 AM

PAUSE

z z PLAY

BACK/

Shutter speed Aperture value Exposure Value Recorded date/time of the

playback image Playing back Multi Burst

images in series Select images

VOLUME Adjust volume

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