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  • Sony DSC-S950/B | Cyber-shot® Handbook - Page 1
    Digital Still Camera Cyber-shot Handbook DSC-S950/S980 Before operating the unit, please read this Handbook thoroughly together with the "Instruction Manual" and the "Cyber-shot Step-up Guide", and retain them for future reference. © 2009 Sony Corporation VCLICK! Table of contents Basic Operations
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    Stick" media that you can use (sold separately) "Memory Stick Duo" media You can use "Memory Stick Duo" media with the camera. "Memory Stick" media You cannot use "Memory Stick" media with the camera. For details on the usable battery pack, see page 103. Notes on the LCD screen and lens • The
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    Table of contents Notes on using your camera 2 Basic techniques for better images 6 Focus - Focusing on a subject successfully 12 Indicators on the screen 14 Changing the screen display 18 Using the internal memory 19 Basic Operations Using the mode dial 20 Shooting images (Auto Adjustment mode
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    Using Setup items 55 Main Settings - Main Settings 1 56 Beep Function Guide Initialize Main Settings - Main Settings 2 57 USB Connect Video Out Shooting Settings 58 Grid Line Digital Zoom Auto Review Memory Tool - Memory Stick Tool 60 Format Change REC.Folder Create REC.Folder Copy
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    the camera copying to the "Memory Stick Duo" media 77 Using your Macintosh computer 78 Viewing "Cyber-shot Step-up Guide 80 Printing still images How to print still images 81 Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer 82 Printing at a shop 85 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting
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    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. Do not fully press the shutter button straight away. Press the shutter button halfway AE/AF lock indicator down
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    by holding your arms firmly at your side after pressing the shutter button. Cause Even though the camera is steady, the subject moves during the exposure so the subject looks blurred when the shutter button is pressed. What you can do to reduce the blurring • Select (High Sensitivity) with the
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    is automatically set to the proper value in the auto adjustment mode. However, you can adjust it manually using the functions below. Adjusting EV: Allows you to adjust the exposure determined by the camera (page 39). Metering Mode: Allows you to change the part of the subject to be measured to
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    (standard) Cloudy Bluish Fluorescent Green-tinged Incandescent Reddish The color tones are adjusted automatically in the auto adjustment mode. However, you can adjust color tones manually with [White Balance] (page 44). 9
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    you cannot see the differences on the screen of the camera, the fine detail and data processing time differ when the image is printed or displayed on a computer screen. Description of the pixels and the image size 1 Image size: 12M (DSC-S980 only) 4000 4000 pixels × 3000 pixels = 12,000,000
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    light is reflected off the blood vessels at the back of the eye (retina), causing the "red-eye" phenomenon. Camera Eye Retina How can the "Red-eye phenomenon" be reduced? • Set [Red Eye Reduction] to [On] (page a tripod or hold your arms firmly at your side after pressing the shutter button. 11
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    Identifying parts See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. 1 5 6 2 7 3 8 4 A Shutter button (21) B Flash (23) C Microphone D Lens E ON/OFF (power) button F ON/OFF (power) lamp G Speaker H Self-timer lamp (24) 1 5 6 7 2 8 3 9 4 q; qa Bottom qs qd qf qh qg A For
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    separately) v mark (back) N "Memory Stick Duo" media slot O Batteries insertion slot P Access lamp 1 To DC IN jack 2 To wall outlet • You cannot charge the battery pack by connecting the camera to the AC-LS5K AC Adaptor. Use the battery charger (supplied) to charge the battery pack. F Jack cover
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    When shooting movies Indication Battery remaining Low battery warning (97) Image size (25) • / is displayed only for the DSC-S980. • is displayed only for the DSC-S950. Scene Selection (26 tripod or other means to stabilize the camera (page 7). Zoom scaling (22, 58) Color mode (47) 14
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    (42) Macro (23) D Display Indication Recording folder (60) • This does not appear when using internal memory. Number of recordable images Recording Media ("Memory Stick Duo" media, Internal memory) Recordable time (hours : minutes : seconds) Red-eye reduction (46) Flash mode (23) Flash charging
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    battery warning (97) Image size (25) • / is displayed only for the DSC-S980. • is displayed only for the DSC-S950. PictBridge connecting (83) Protect (52) Print order (DPOF) mark (85) Zoom scaling (30) Volume (30) PictBridge connecting (84) • Do not disconnect the dedicated USB cable
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    (54) • This does not appear when using internal memory. Image number/Number of images recorded in selected folder Playback Media ("Memory Stick Duo" media, Internal memory) Changing folder (54) • This does not appear when using internal memory. Metering mode (41) Flash White balance (44) ISO400
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    button, the display changes as follows: Indicators on Indicators on* • If you view images in bright outside light, adjust the brightness of the LCD backlight up. However, the battery The histogram may not appear for images recorded using other cameras. z Adjusting EV (Exposure Value) by displaying a
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    Perform the procedure on pages 71, 72 or 75, 76 without "Memory Stick Duo" media inserted in the camera. • You cannot copy image data on "Memory Stick Duo" media to the internal memory. • By connecting the camera and a computer with a dedicated USB cable, you can copy data stored in the internal
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    Basic Operations Using the mode dial Set the mode dial to the desired function. Mode dial : Auto Adjustment mode Allows shooting with the settings adjusted automatically. t page 21 : Easy Shooting mode Allows you to shoot still images using the minimum necessary functions with easy-to-see
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    still images (Auto Adjustment mode): Select . When shooting movies: Select . 2 Hold the camera, with your elbows pressed against your body to steady it. Position the subject in the center of the focus frame. 3 Shoot with the shutter button. When shooting still images: 1Press and hold the shutter
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    When shooting movies: Press the shutter button fully down. To stop recording, press the shutter button fully down again. If you shoot the zoom. • When the zoom scale exceeds 4×, the camera uses the Digital Zoom function. For details on the [Digital Zoom] settings and the image quality, see page 58.
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    flash adjusts the light quantity. • While charging the flash, is displayed. Macro (Shooting close-up) Press b ( ) on the control button repeatedly until the desired mode is selected. (No indicator): Auto The camera adjusts the focus automatically from distant subjects to close-up. Normally, put the
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    timer : Setting the 2-second delay self-timer When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes and a beep sounds until the shutter is released 2 seconds after you press the shutter button, which reduces camera shake when the shutter button is pressed. • In Easy Shooting mode, you can
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    cm (4×6") or 13×18 cm(5×7") VGA (640×480) Shoot at small image size for e-mail attachments More Rough 16:9 (9M)*2 (4000×2248) (DSC-S980 only) 16:9 (7M)*2 (3648×2056) (DSC-S950 only) 16:9 (2M)*2 (1920×1080) For viewing on HDTVs and printing up to A4(8x10") For viewing on HDTVs and printing up
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    Shooting still images (Scene Selection mode) Shutter button 1 Select with the mode dial. Mode dial MENU button 2 Press the MENU button, and select from / / / / / with v/V/b/B on the control button (page 36). 3 Shoot with the shutter button. • For details on modes, see the next page. To cancel
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    Basic Operations Shooting still images (Scene Selection mode) Scene Selection modes The following modes are preset to match the scene conditions. Soft Snap Allows you to shoot skin colors in brighter and warmer tones for more beautiful pictures. In addition, the soft focus effect creates a
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    can use in Scene Selection For shooting an image appropriately according to the scene condition, a combination of functions is determined by the camera. Some functions are not available, depending on the Scene Selection mode. Macro - - ( : you can select the desired setting) Flash Face Detection
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    Basic Operations Shooting still images (High Sensitivity mode) Shutter button 1 Select with the mode dial. 2 Shoot with the shutter button. Mode dial High Sensitivity mode Allows you to shoot images without a flash under low light conditions, reducing blur. • The flash is set to (Flash forced
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    Viewing images v/V/b/B button z button Control button (Index) button (Playback zoom) button MENU button (Delete) button (Playback) button 1 Press the (Playback) button. • If you press the (Playback) button when the camera is powered off, the camera is turned on automatically and set to playback
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    with v/V/b/B. To return to the single image screen, press z. • Each time you press (Index), the number of images on the index screen increases. • When using "Memory Stick Duo" media, you can select the desired date/folder with v/V after selecting the bar with b. Bar 31
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    Deleting images v/V/b/B button (Index) button z button Control button MENU button (Delete) button (Playback) button 1 Press the (Playback) button. 2 Press the (Delete) button while displaying in single-image or index mode. 3 Select the desired deletion method with b/B from among [This Image], [
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    images you want to delete, then press z. The mark is checked in the check box of the image. Single Image Index Display 2 Press the MENU button. 3 Select [OK] with v, then press z. • To delete all the images of a folder, select [Multiple Images] on the index screen, select the bar with b and place
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    shooting and playback mode. • Different items will become visible depending on the selected mode. 2 Select a desired menu item with v/V on the control button. • If the desired item is hidden, keep pressing v/V until the item appears on the screen. 3 Select a setting with b/B. • If the desired
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    Using the menu Menu items For details on the operation 1 page 34 The available menu items vary depending on the mode setting (shooting/viewing), and the mode dial position in the shooting mode. Only the available items are displayed on the screen. Mode dial position: ( : available) Shooting
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    26. Image Size: Selecting the Image Size Selects the still image size for Easy Shooting mode. Large Small Shoots images in [12M] (DSC-S980 only) or [10M] (DSC-S950 only) size. Shoots images in [3M] size. Flash: Flash setting Selects the flash setting in Easy Shooting mode. Auto Flash strobes
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    the anti-blur mode Selects the anti-blur mode. (Auto) (Off) Activates the anti-blur function automatically when shooting conditions are likely to cause camera shake. You can stabilize images even when zooming up a far subject. Does not use anti-blur mode. • In Easy Shooting mode, [SteadyShot] is
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    function does not work when using the digital zoom. • When the Scene Selection camera will judge which is the main subject and set focus by priority. The Face Detection frame for the main subject will turn orange. • The frame for which the focus is set will turn green by pressing the shutter button
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    camera performs continuous shooting or not when you press the shutter button. button. • The flash is set to (Flash forced off). On the Burst • When recording with the self timer, a series of a maximum of five images is recorded. • When the battery level is low, or when the internal memory or "Memory
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    Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 34 ISO: Selecting a luminous sensitivity Selects the ISO sensitivity. Low ISO sensitivity (Auto) High ISO sensitivity You can reduce image blurring in dark locations or moving subjects by increasing ISO sensitivity (select a larger number).
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    that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the exposure. (Multi) Divides into multiple regions and measures each region. The camera determines a well-balanced exposure (Multi-pattern metering). (Center) Measures the center of the image, and determines the exposure based on the
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    as when shooting a subject through a net or window. • AF stands for Auto Focus. • When you use Digital Zoom, the AF range finder frame is disabled and appears in a dotted line. In this case, the camera works to focus on the subjects at the center of the screen. • You can change the focus
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    the screen) or when using [Center AF], the camera may not focus on a subject at the edge of the frame. In such cases, do as follows: 1 Recompose the shot so that the subject is centered in the AF range finder, and press the shutter button halfway down to focus on the subject (AF
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    fluorescent lighting. [Fluorescent Light 3]: Adjusts for day white fluorescent lighting. n (Incandescent) Adjusts for places under an incandescent lamp, or under bright lighting, such as in a photo studio. 44
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    Shooting menu (Flash) For details on the operation 1 page 34 Adjusts for the flash conditions. • You cannot select this item when shooting movies or when (High Sensitivity) is selected with the mode dial. • For details on the white balance, see page 9. • Under fluorescent lights that flicker, the
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    the red-eye phenomenon. Does not use Red Eye Reduction. • To avoid blurring of images, hold the camera firmly until the shutter is released. It usually takes a second after you press the shutter button. Be also sure not to allow the subject to move during this period. • Red-eye reduction may not
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    Using the menu Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 34 Color Mode: Changing the vividness of the image or adding special effects You can change the brightness of the image, accompanied by effects. (Normal) Sets the image to standard color. (Sepia) Sets the image to sepia color.
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    marked with . (Slideshow): Playing back a series of images Plays back recorded images in order (Slideshow). Image This setting is fixed to [Folder] if "Memory Stick Duo" media (sold separately) is not inserted. All Plays back all the still images in order. Folder Plays back the still images in
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    34 Start See the following procedure. Exit Cancels the slideshow. 1 Select [Image], [Effects], [Interval] and [Repeat] with v/V/b/B on the control button. 2 Select [Start] with v, then press z. The slideshow starts. To end the slideshow Press z. • You cannot pause the slideshow. Using the
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    to retouch while displaying in single-image. 2 Press the MENU button. 3 Select [Retouch] with v/V on the control button, then press z after selecting the desired mode with b/B. 4 Retouch the images following the instructions for each retouching mode below. (Trimming) Playback zoom is performed
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    desired size of the image with b/B. 4 Press W/T to zoom in from the area you want to trim. 5 Set the point with v/V/b/B, then press the MENU button. 6 Select [OK] with v, then press z. • For details about the image size, see page 25. • You cannot resize movies. • You cannot resize the images from
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    with b/B, then press z. The is attached to the selected image. 4 Press b/B to display other images you want to protect, then press z. 5 Press the MENU button. 6 Select [OK] with v, then press z. In index mode: 3 Select the image you want to protect with v/V/b/B, then press z. The is attached to the
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    3 Select [Rotate] with v/V on the control button, then press z. 4 Select [ ], then rotate the image with b/B. 5 Select [OK] with v/V, then press z. • You cannot rotate protected images or movies. • You may not be able to rotate images shot with other cameras. • When viewing images on a computer, the
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    play back. 1 Select the desired folder with b/B on the control button. 2 Select [OK] with v, then press z. To cancel selecting the folder Select [Exit] in step 2, then press z. z On the folders The camera stores images in a specified folder of "Memory Stick Duo" media. You can change the folder or
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    close the (Setup) screen and return to the shooting mode. To cancel the (Setup) setting Select [Cancel] if it appears, then press z on the control button. If it does not appear, select the previous setting again. • This setting is maintained even when the power is turned off. Using the Setup screen
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    not display the function guide. Initialize Initializes the setting to the default setting. Even if you execute this function, the images stored in the internal memory are retained. 1 Select [Initialize] with v/V on the control button, then press z. The message "Reset to default settings" appears
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    Connect Selects the USB mode when connecting the camera to a computer or a PictBridge compliant printer using the dedicated USB cable. PictBridge Connects the camera to a PictBridge compliant printer (page 82). When you connect the camera to a computer, the copy wizard starts automatically, and
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    camera uses either smart or precision digital zoom. Smart (Smart zoom) () Enlarges the image digitally within the range where the image will not be distorted, according to the image size. This is not available when the image size is set to [12M] (DSC-S980), [10M] (DSC-S950), [16:9 (9M)] (DSC-S980
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    3M VGA 16:9 (2M) Total zoom scale DSC-S950 DSC-S980 - Approx. 4.9× Approx. 5.6× Approx. 6.2× Approx. 7.1× Approx. 7.8× Approx. 22× Approx. 25× Approx. 7.6× Approx. 8.3× • You cannot use the Digital zoom while shooting movies. Auto Review Displays the recorded image on the screen for
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    when "Memory Stick Duo" media is inserted in the camera. Format Formats the "Memory Stick Duo" media. Commercially available "Memory Stick Duo Creates a folder in "Memory Stick Duo" media for recording images. 1 Select [Create REC.Folder] with v/V on the control button, then press z. The folder
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    . 2 Select [Copy] with v/V on the control button, then press z. The message "All data on internal memory will be copied" appears. 3 Select [OK] with v, then press z. Copying starts. To cancel copying Select [Cancel] in step 3, then press z. • Use a fully charged battery pack. If you attempt to copy
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    item does not appear when "Memory Stick Duo" media is inserted in the camera. Format Formats the internal memory. • Note that formatting permanently erases all data in the internal memory, including even protected images. 1 Select [Format] with v/V on the control button, then press z. The message
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    the operation 1 page 55 Clock Settings Sets the date and time. 1 Select [Clock Settings] from the (Setup) screen. 2 Press z on the control button. 3 Select the date display format with v/V, then press z. 4 Select each item with b/B and set the numeric value with v/V, then press z. 5 Select [OK
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    Language Setting For details on the operation 1 page 55 Language Setting Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings, and messages. 64
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    connect the audio plug (black) of the dedicated A/V cable to the left audio jack. 2 Turn on the TV and set the input. • Refer also to the operating instructions supplied with the TV. 3 Press the (Playback) button to turn on the camera. Images shot with the camera appear on the TV. Press b/B on the
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    the dedicated A/V cable. The color system of the TV must match that of your digital still camera. Check the following lists for the TV color system of the country or region where the camera is used. NTSC system Bahama Islands, Bolivia, Canada, Central America
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    images saved on your computer - Editing images - Displaying the shooting locations of still images on maps online - Creating a disc with the images shot (requires CD or DVD disc writing drive) - Printing or saving still images with the date Additional information on this product and answers to
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    500 MB Display: Screen resolution: 1,024 × 768 dots or more Video Memory: 32 MB or more (Recommended: 64 MB or more) *1) 64-bit editions are not supported. *2) Starter (Edition) is not supported. Notes on connecting the camera to a computer • The computer environment must also satisfy the operating
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    the agreement, click the radio button next to [I accept the terms of the license agreement] and then click [Next]. 5 Follow the instructions on the screen to complete software, the short cut icons for "PMB", "PMB Guide", are created on the desktop. • Double-click to start "PMB". • Double-click to start
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    : • Import images shot with the camera and display them on computer with the camera by copying them to "Memory Stick Duo" Guide". To access "PMB Guide" • Double-click "PMB Guide" icon on the desktop. • From the Start menu, click [Start] t [All Programs] t [Sony Picture Utility] t [Help] t [PMB Guide
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    data may become corrupted if the battery pack shuts down too soon. Dedicated USB cable 2 To a USB jack 3 Turn on the computer, then press the (Playback) button. "Connecting..." appears on the screen of the camera. Using your computer (Playback) button Access indicators* When a USB connection
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    images to a computer 1 Connects the camera to a computer as described "Connecting the camera to your computer". After making a USB "Memory Stick" media slot, refer to page 75. • If the AutoPlay Wizard appears, close it. 2 Import the images. To start importing images, click the [Import] button.
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    from step 1 to 4 below before: • Disconnecting the dedicated USB cable. • Removing "Memory Stick Duo" media. • Inserting "Memory Stick Duo" media into the camera after copying images from the internal memory. • Turning off the camera. 1 Double-click the disconnect icon on the tasktray. Windows Vista
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    Copying images to your computer using the "PMB" • Image files are named as follows: - Still image files: DSC0ssss.JPG - Movie files: MOV0ssss.AVI - Index image files that are recorded when you record movies: MOV0ssss.THM ssss stands for any number within the range from 0001 to 9999. The numerical
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    section are the examples for copying images from "Memory Stick Duo" media. • The camera is not compatible with Windows 95/ 98/98 camera and the computer" on page 71. 2 Connect the camera to your computer with the dedicated USB cable. Perform the same procedure as described in "Connecting the camera
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    , note that if you change the file name (page 77), you may not play back that image with the camera. For Windows 2000 Double-click [My Computer] t [Removable Disk] after connecting the camera to your computer. Then, perform from step 4. 2 • On the storage destination of the image files, see page 73
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    be able to play back some images depending on the image size. • Sony does not guarantee playback of image files on the camera if the files have been processed using a computer or recorded with another camera. • When there are no folders in "Memory Stick Duo" media, create a folder (page 60) with the
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    Macintosh computer. Perform the same procedure as described in "Preparing the camera and the computer" on page 71. 2 Connect the camera to your computer with the dedicated USB cable. Perform the same procedure as described in "Connecting the camera to your computer" on page 71. 3 Copy image files to
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    from the computer. • Disconnecting the dedicated USB cable. • Removing "Memory Stick Duo" media. • Inserting "Memory Stick Duo" media into the camera after copying images from the internal memory. • Turning off the camera. Technical Support Additional information on this product and answers to
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    Guide" is also installed. "Cyber-shot Step-up Guide" further introduces how to use the camera and optional accessories. Viewing on Windows Double-click (Step-up Guide) on the desktop. To access "Step-up Guide" from the Start menu, click [Start] t [All Programs] (in Windows 2000, [Programs]) t [Sony
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    and print the images. You can print images date inserted (page 70). Printing at a shop (page 85) You can take "Memory Stick Duo" media containing images shot with your camera to a photo printing service shop. You can make a (Print order) mark on the images which you want to print out in advance. 81
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    ) • You cannot print movies. • If the indicator flashes on the screen of the camera (error notification), check the connected printer. MENU button Control button • It is recommended to use a fully charged battery pack to prevent the power from turning off partway through printing. 1 Press the MENU
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    a PictBridge compliant printer Stage 2: Connecting the camera to the printer 1 Connect the camera to the printer. 1 To the (USB) · A/V OUT terminal Dedicated USB cable 2 To the USB jack 2 Turn on the printer. Press the (Playback) button and turn on the camera. After the connection is made, the
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    OK] with v, then press z. The image is printed. • Do not disconnect the dedicated USB cable while the (PictBridge Connecting) indicator appears on the screen. indicator [Quantity] Selects the number of screen has returned to Stage 2, and disconnect the dedicated USB cable from the camera. 84
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    Printing at a shop You can take "Memory Stick Duo" media containing images shot with the camera to a photo printing service shop. As long as the shop supports photo printing services conforming to the DPOF, you can make a (Print order) mark on images in advance so that you do not need to reselect
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    displaying images in single-image mode or in index mode. 2 Select [DPOF] with v/V on the control button, [Multiple Images] with b/B, and then press z. 3 Select an image to mark with the control button, then press z. The mark is attached to the selected image. Single Image Index Display 5 Select [OK
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    the battery pack, then turn on the power. 3 Initialize the settings (page 56). 4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Be aware that by sending the camera for repair, you give consent that the contents of the internal memory may be checked. Troubleshooting Click
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    Troubleshooting Battery pack and power Cannot insert the battery pack. • Insert the battery pack correctly to push the battery eject lever. Cannot turn on the camera. • After inserting the battery pack into the camera, it may take a few moments for the camera to power up. • Insert the battery pack
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    Troubleshooting Shooting still images/movies Cannot record images. • Check the free capacity of the internal memory or "Memory Stick Duo" media. If it is full, do one of the following: - Delete unnecessary images (page 32). - Change the "Memory after pressing the shutter button halfway down; do not
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    Troubleshooting mode (page 23). Fuzzy specks appear in images shot using the flash. • Particles (dust, pollen, . Cannot insert dates on images. • This camera does not have a feature for superimposing dates flash when you press and hold the shutter button halfway down. • The exposure is incorrect.
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    using a computer or recorded with another camera. • The camera is in USB mode. Delete the USB connection (page 73). The date and time are not displayed. • The display indicators are turned off. Show the display indicators by pressing v (DISP) on the control button (page 18). 91 Troubleshooting
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    than Sony should contact those manufacturers. • If "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media is not supported, connect the camera to the computer (pages 71 and 78). The computer recognizes the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. Your computer does not recognize your camera. • Turn on the camera. • When the battery
  • Sony DSC-S950/B | Cyber-shot® Handbook - Page 93
    Troubleshooting Cannot copy images. • Connect the camera and your computer correctly making a USB connection (page 71). • Follow the designated copy procedure for your OS (pages 68 and 78). • When you shoot images with "Memory Stick Duo" media formatted by a computer, you may not be able to copy the
  • Sony DSC-S950/B | Cyber-shot® Handbook - Page 94
    Troubleshooting Internal memory Cannot play back or record images using the internal memory. • There is "Memory Stick Duo" media inserted in the camera. Remove it. Cannot copy the data stored in the internal memory to "Memory Stick Duo" media. • The "Memory Stick Duo" media is full. Copy the image
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    . If an error message is indicated on the printer, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the printer. Cannot print images. • Check that the camera and the printer are properly connected using the dedicated USB cable. • Turn on the printer. For further information, refer to the operating
  • Sony DSC-S950/B | Cyber-shot® Handbook - Page 96
    Troubleshooting Cannot print the image at the size selected. • When you use paper of a different size after connecting the printer to the camera, disconnect and then reconnect the dedicated USB cable. • The print setting of the camera differs from that of the printer. Change the setting of either
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    an NP-BK1 battery pack. System error • Turn the power off and then on again. Camera overheating Allow it to cool • The camera has been overheating. The power will go off automatically. Place the camera in a cool place until the temperature of the camera grows colder. Internal memory error • Turn the
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    • A folder with the same first three digit number already exists on the "Memory Stick Duo" media (for example: 123MSDCF and back. Sony does not guarantee playback of image files on the camera if the files have been processed using a computer or recorded with another camera. Read only cable. 98
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    when using a PictBridge connection • Some functions are restricted while the camera is connected to a PictBridge compliant printer. Unable to detect face for retouch • Retouching may not be possible depending on the image. Turn the power off and on again • The lens malfunction. 99 Troubleshooting
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    - Power sources You can use the camera, the battery charger (supplied), and the AC-LS5K AC Adaptor (sold separately) in any country or region where the power supply is within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/
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    high-speed data transfer using a parallel interface. *3) The camera is not compatible with 8-bit parallel data transfer. Supports 4-bit parallel data transfer equivalent to "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. • This product is compatible with "Memory Stick Micro" ("M2") media. "M2" is an abbreviation
  • Sony DSC-S950/B | Cyber-shot® Handbook - Page 102
    with a capacity up to 16 GB have been confirmed to operate properly with the camera. Notes on using "Memory Stick Micro" media (sold separately) • To use "Memory Stick Micro" media with the camera, be sure to insert the "Memory Stick Micro" media into a Duo-sized "M2" media Adaptor. If you insert
  • Sony DSC-S950/B | Cyber-shot® Handbook - Page 103
    packs handy for two or three times the expected shooting time, and making trial shots before taking the actual shots. • Do not expose the battery pack to water. The battery pack is not water-resistant. • Do not leave the battery pack in extremely hot places, such as in a car or under direct sunlight
  • Sony DSC-S950/B | Cyber-shot® Handbook - Page 104
    On the battery charger On the battery charger • Do not charge battery packs other than an NPBK type battery pack in the battery charger supplied with the camera. Batteries other than the specified kind may leak, overheat, or explode if you attempt to charge them, posing a risk of injury from
  • Sony DSC-S950/B | Cyber-shot® Handbook - Page 105
    6, 42 Auto Review 59 AVI 74 B B&W 47 Battery charger 104 Battery pack 103 Beach mode 44 Dedicated A/V cable 65 Dedicated USB cable ..... 71, 83 Delete 32 Format 60, 62 Digital Zoom 58 DirectX Guide 56 G Grid Line 58 H High Sensitivity mode ..........29 Histogram 18 Holding the camera
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    Storage 57 "Memory Stick Duo" media 101 Memory Stick Tool 60 30 Playback zoom 30 PMB 70 Precision digital zoom ..........58 Pressing halfway down...........6 Print SteadyShot 37 T Trimming 50 Troubleshooting 87 TV 65 Twilight mode terminal....... 13 Using the camera abroad .... 100 V VGA
  • Sony DSC-S950/B | Cyber-shot® Handbook - Page 107
    Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website.
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Digital Still Camera
Cyber-shot Handbook
DSC-S950/S980
Before operating the unit, please read this
Handbook thoroughly together with the
“Instruction Manual”
and the
“Cyber-shot
Step-up Guide”
, and retain them for future
reference.
Table of contents
Basic Operations
Using the menu
Using the Setup screen
Viewing images on a TV
Using your computer
Printing still images
Troubleshooting
Others
Index
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