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    3-068-187-11(1) Digital Still Camera Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. 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
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    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. Never expose the battery pack to temperature above 60°C (140°F), such as in a car parked in the
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    for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters. The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound of this camera. "Memory Stick" and battery pack For the Customers in the U.S.A. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
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    camera still images recorded on other equipment (DCR-TRV890E/TRV900/ TRV900E, DSC-D700, DSC the camera In addition to malfunctions and inability to record images, this may render the "Memory Stick" any way. • Be careful when placing the camera near a window or outdoors. Exposing the LCD screen, the
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    computer using the supplied USB cable and application software. Viewing images using a personal computer: page 31 Recording still images for e-mail (E-MAIL): page 53 Records a moving picture (MPEG Movie or Clip Motion) according to your purpose The digital still camera can record a moving picture
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    8 Preparing the power supply 10 Setting the date and time 15 Inserting the "Memory Stick 17 Basic operations B Recording Recording still images 19 Recording moving images 26 B Playback Playing back still images 28 Playing back moving images 29 Viewing images using a personal computer 31
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    Additional information Precautions 79 On "Memory Sticks 80 About "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack .. 81 Using your camera abroad 82 Troubleshooting 83 Warning and notice messages 89 Self-diagnosis display 91 Specifications 92 Display window indicators 93 LCD screen indicators 94 Index 97 7
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    32 inch). You will be unable to firmly secure the camera to tripods having longer screws, and may damage the camera. G Built-in microphone Do not touch while recording. H Accessory shoe I Hook for lens cap/strap J Flash (24) K Speaker L ACC (Accessory) jack M USB jack (33) (35) N A/V OUT jack (66
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    button (62) I DSPL/LCD ON/OFF button (23) J LCD screen K Display window L Mode dial (18) (40) : To record still images, VOICE mode audio data : To playback or edit images : To record moving ) (14) S RESET button (83) T Access lamp (17) U Battery eject lever (10) V Battery/"Memory Stick" cover 9
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    power supply Installing the battery pack Your camera operates only with the "InfoLITHIUM" NP-FM50 battery pack* (M series). You cannot use any other battery pack. See page 81 for more information about "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. Battery eject lever 1 Open the battery/"Memory Stick" cover. Slide the
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    the DC IN jack on your camera. Battery remaining indicator The LCD screen on the camera shows the remaining time for which you can still record or play back images. This indication may not be entirely accurate depending on the conditions of use and the operating environment. Charging at 10°C to 30
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    cold location or using the LCD screen, the operating time becomes short. When using the camera in an extremely cold location, place the battery pack in your pocket or other place to keep it warm, then insert the battery pack into the camera just before recording. When using a pocket heater, take
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    be smaller depending on conditions. • The capacity of the "Memory Stick" is limited. The above figures are a guide when you continuously record/play back while replacing the "Memory Stick appears in the display window until the battery usable time is calculated. • During charging, the indicators in
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    and connect the DC connecting cable to the DC IN jack of your camera with the v mark facing up. 2 Connect the power cord (mains lead) to the AC power adaptor and then to a wall outlet (mains). Using a car battery Use Sony DC adaptor/charger (not supplied). Using your camera abroad For details, see
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    , set the date and time. If these are not set, the CLOCK SET screen appears whenever you turn on your camera. Getting started Control button Select the item with vVbB, then set with the center z. 1 Set the mode dial to , S, A, M, SCN, , or . 2 Slide the POWER switch
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    PM CANCEL To cancel the date and time setting Select [CANCEL] with v/V/b/B on the control button, then press the center z. Note If the rechargeable button battery is ever fully discharged (page 80), the CLOCK SET screen will appear again. When this happens, reset the date and time, by starting from
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    2 Insert the "Memory Stick." Insert the "Memory Stick" with the B mark facing toward the battery compartment as illustrated until it clicks. 3 Close the battery/"Memory Stick" cover. Removing the "Memory Stick" Open the battery/"Memory Stick" cover, then press the "Memory Stick" once lightly. Notes
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    dial The mode dial switches the function which is used for recording, playback, or editing. Set the dial as follows before starting to operate your camera. : To record still images, VOICE mode audio data : To play back or edit images : To record moving images or Clip Motion images SET UP: To
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    on the power and insert a "Memory Stick." POWER switch 1 Set the mode dial to , S, A, M or SCN. 2 Press and hold the shutter button halfway down. The image freezes momentarily, but is not yet recorded. While the AE/AF lock indicator z is flashing, the camera automatically adjusts the exposure and
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    the camera is operating using a battery pack. The auto power-off also will not operate when playing back moving images or playing back a SLIDE SHOW (page 65), or when a connector is plugged into the USB jack, the DC IN jack, or the ACC jack. The number of images you can record on a "Memory Stick
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    B Recording Recording images with the finder You can extend the battery time by turning off the LCD screen and recording using the finder. Turn the finder adjustment dial until the image appears clearly within the finder,
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    The lens portion moves during zoom operation. Be careful not to touch the lens portion while it is operating. Zoom button W side: for closer subjects, see page 58. Digital zoom function This camera has a digital zoom function. Digital zoom enlarges the image by digital processing and it starts to
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    are turned on.) r The LCD backlight is turned on. (Warning messages and manual adjustment items which are set using the jog dial are turned on.) r The off the self-timer indicators and some of the indicators used in advanced operations. • The indicators on the LCD screen are not recorded. Using the
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    Clear the menu (page 41), then press the control button V ( ). The (self-timer) indicator appears on the LCD screen, and about 10 seconds after you press the shutter button, the subject is recorded. The self-timer lamp flashes and the beep sounds after you press the shutter button until the shutter
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    is a very bright light. Although it is safe to use, avoid shining it directly into someone's eyes at a close distance. • The AF illuminator does not operate when adjusting focus manually. 25
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    power and insert a "Memory Stick." DSPL/LCD ON/OFF POWER switch 1 Set the mode dial to SET UP. 2 Select [ ] (CAMERA) with v/V on the CAMERA SCENE SELECTION: TWILIGHT MOVING IMAGE: MPEG MOVIE DATE/TIME: OFF DIGITAL ZOOM: OFF RED EYE REDUCTION: OFF AF ILLUMINATOR: ON PAGE SELECT CAMERA
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    (HQ) size: The recording stops in approximate 15 seconds (page 47). When selecting the 320×240 or 160×112 sizes: The recording stops when the "Memory Stick" is full. For details on the image size, see "Setting the image size (IMAGE SIZE)" on page 47". When [IMAGE SIZE] in the menu setting
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    not be able to correctly play back images recorded with this camera on other equipment. • You cannot play back on this camera images larger than the maximum image size that can be recorded with this camera. LCD screen indicators during still image playback Each time you press DSPL/LCD ON/OFF, the
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    ) appears on the LCD screen. 2 Select the desired moving image with the control button b/B. Moving images are displayed one-size smaller than still images. b: To display the preceding image. B: To display the next image. 6/8 MOV 00001 PLAY 2001 7 4 10:30 PM FILE BACK/NEXT VOLUME 3 Select
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    Moving images recorded with the image of [320 (HQ)] (page 47) The images are displayed over the entire screen in steps 2 and 3. Adjusting the volume Press the control button v/V to adjust the volume. LCD screen indicators during moving image playback Each time you press DSPL/LCD ON/OFF, the status
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    in a "Memory Stick" from the personal computer. In order to use the USB cable, a USB driver must be installed in the personal computer beforehand. Be sure to also refer to the operation manuals for your personal computer and the application software. Notes • Data recorded with your camera is stored
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    Windows environment OS: Microsoft Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows Millennium Edition The above OS is required to be installed at the factory. Operation is not assured in an environment upgraded to the operating "™" and "®" are not mentioned in each case in this manual 32
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    corrective measures if the USB cable was connected before installing the driver and the driver software could not be installed correctly. For Windows 98/98SE/Me and Windows 2000 users 1 Turn on your personal computer and allow Windows to load. Do not connect the USB cable in this step. 2 Insert the
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    Do not connect the USB cable before the USB driver installation is completed in step 4. • In step 7, make sure that a "Memory Stick" is inserted into your camera before installing the USB driver. Otherwise, you will be unable to install the USB driver. For Macintosh users • When using MacOS9.1 It is
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    screen of the camera. For Windows 98/98SE/Me and Windows 2000 users 5 Open " My Computer" on Windows and double click the newly recognized drive. (Example: "Removable Disk (E:)") The folders inside the "Memory Stick" are displayed. If the drive is not recognized, see "Troubleshooting" on page 83
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    computer "Memory Stick" • Operation is not guaranteed if you are using a "Memory Stick" that was formatted with a personal computer, or if you used a personal computer to format the "Memory Stick" in your camera through a USB connection. • Do not optimize the "Memory Stick" on a Windows machine
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    , disconnect the USB cable or eject the "Memory Stick". Software • Depending on your application software, the file size may increase when you open a still image file. • When you load an image modified using the supplied retouch software from your personal computer to the camera or when you directly
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    of the file names are as follows. ssss stands for any number within the range from 0001 to 9999. For Windows Me users (The drive recognizing the camera is "E.") Folder containing still image, TEXT mode image and Clip Motion image data Folder containing E-MAIL mode and TIFF mode image data Folder
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    saved data is called as the file format. The formats that can be used with this camera are as follows: JPEG format Most digital still cameras, operating systems of computers, and browser software adopt this format. This format is able to compress files without appreciable deterioration. However, if
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    , playback, or editing. Set the dial as follows before starting to operate your camera. : To record still images, VOICE mode audio data : To play back or edit images with the shutter speed and aperture set manually A: To record in the aperture priority mode S: To record in the shutter
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    images and menu items displayed on the LCD screen of your camera and modify the settings. The operation methods that are frequently used for "Advanced operations" are described below. Before performing advanced operations Turning on/off the operation buttons (menu) on the LCD screen Press MENU to
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    frequently in recording are set up using the jog dial and the following direct buttons. The jog dial is used to change the value in manual adjustments. Mode dial (S, A, M) Select Set FOCUS 1 Set the mode dial to S, A, or M. The adjustable value number appears at the right corner on the LCD. 42
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    viewing an image in single-image mode (page 63), you can easily view the next/previous image by turning the jog dial. Before performing advanced operations 43
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    of the mode dial. The LCD screen shows only the items you can operate at the moment. Factory settings are indicated with x. When the mode dial file in black-and-white (page 55). VOICE Records an audio file (with a still image) in addition to the JPEG file (page 54). E-MAIL Records a small-size
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    Before performing advanced operations Item Setting PFX SOLARIZE (P. EFFECT) B&W SEPIA NEG.ART x OFF +2 (SHARPNESS) +1 x 0 -1 -2 Description Sets the image special effects (page 61). Adjusts the sharpness of the image. The
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    image (page 67). CANCEL Cancels deleting of the image. PROTECT - Protects images against accidental erasure (page 68). PRINT - Marks the print mark on still images (page 72). SLIDE* INTERVAL Sets the slide show interval. x 3 sec/5 sec/10 sec/30 sec/1 min REPEAT x ON/OFF START Starts
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    Before performing advanced operations Setting the image size (IMAGE SIZE) 1 Set the mode dial to , SCN, S, A, M, or . 2 Press MENU. The menu appears. 3 Select the desired image size from [ ] (IMAGE SIZE) and press v/V. Still image sizes: 2048×1536, 2048 (3:2)*, 1600×1200, 1280×960, 640×480 ∗ The
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    The number of images* or the time** that you can record on a "Memory Stick" Image size Quality STANDARD FINE Moving image 2048×1536 Approx. 9 Approx. 5 - in the ratio of four to three to fit the monitor ratio. This camera can also record the image in the ratio of three to two to accommodate
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    B Various recording Recording with the exposure fixed (AE LOCK) Mode dial: /S/A/M/SCN Once you press AE LOCK, the exposure, now captured, is fixed. For instance, this function is convenient in the following use: Measure the exposure of the desired portion of the subject using the spot light-metering
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    dial. The aperture value can be selected from F2 to F8. Manual exposure mode You can manually adjust the shutter speed and aperture values to achieve the desired shooting taste. 0 EV is the most suitable value set by the camera. 1 2,3,4,5 1 Set the mode dial to M. M 2 Select the aperture value indication with the
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    is not appropriate in aperture priority mode, shutter speed priority mode, or manual exposure mode, the setting value indicator on the LCD screen flashes. You can to shooting conditions (SCENE SELECTION) Mode dial: SCN This camera has preset three SCENE SELECTION modes. Each mode is suitable
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    flash mode is not set to the forced flash mode - LANDSCAPE mode: you cannot use the AF illuminator. Tips Under normal recording conditions, the camera automatically makes various adjustments, such as those for the focus, iris, exposure, and white balance, as it shoots. However, you may not be able
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    also recorded at the same time as recording a normal still image. (The size of the normal still image is set using [ ] (IMAGE SIZE) in the 4 Record the image. The number of images that you can record on a "Memory Stick" (8 MB) in E-MAIL mode Image size Quality STD FINE 2048×1536 2048 (3:2)
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    the VOICE mode, the audio is also recorded at the same time as recording a still image. You can vividly record the situation with audio. 1 4 3 2 1 Set to 40 seconds. The number of images that you can record on a "Memory Stick" (8 MB) in VOICE mode* Image size Quality STD FINE 2048×1536 Approx
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    MENU. The menu appears. 3 Select [MODE] (REC MODE) with b/B, [TEXT] with v/V. 4 Record the image. The number of images that you can record on a "Memory Stick" (8 MB) in TEXT mode* Image size Number of images 2048×1536 Minimum 14 2048 (3:2) Minimum 16 1600×1200 Minimum 24 1280×960 Minimum
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    that you can record on a "Memory Stick" (16 MB) in TIFF mode is still images in succession. The images are stored in GIF format, which is convenient for creating home pages or attaching images to an e-mail. 1,3 6,7 2,5,8 4 1 Set the mode dial to SET UP. The setup screen appears. 2 Select [ ] (CAMERA
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    The file size is reduced in MOBILE mode, so the picture quality deteriorates. • GIF files not created on this camera may not be displayed correctly. • All the frame images are immediately recorded on the "Memory Stick" if the mode dial is switched or the power is turned off. B Various recording 57
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    S, A, M, SCN or . 2 Press FOCUS. The focus is fixed and the 9 (manual focus) indicator appears. 3 Turn the jog dial to select the desired focus setting. You can not completely show the correct distance. Use the information as a guide. • The focus preset cannot be set when attaching a conversion
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    used, the exposure adjustment may not be effective. Tips Normally, the camera automatically adjusts the exposure. If the color of the image is too or bright as illustrated below, we recommend that you adjust the exposure manually. When recording a backlighted subject or a subject in the snow, set
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    condition fixed or under the specific lighting condition, you can manually adjust the white balance. 1 3 2 1 Set the has been adjusted and stored in the memory, the indicator stops flashing. To problems. However, the camera cannot resolve the problem without making adjustments. Normally, the camera
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    Enjoying picture effects (P. EFFECT) Mode dial: /S/A/M/SCN/ You can digitally process images to obtain special effect. 1 3 2 1 Set the mode time on the still image (DATE/TIME) Mode dial: /S/A/M/SCN 1,4 5 2,3 1 Set the mode dial to SET UP. The setup screen appears. 2 Select [ ] (CAMERA) with v/V, [
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    Notes • If you select [DATE] in step 3, the date is imposed onto the image in the order selected with "Setting the date and time" (page 15). • The date and time are not superimposed onto moving images or Clip Motion images. Using the spot lightmetering function Mode dial: /S/A/M/SCN/ Use this
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    B Various playback Playing back three or nine images at once Mode dial: You can display multiple images on the LCD screen at one time using the zoom buttons. 1 2 1 Set the mode dial to . 2 Press the zoom W button repeatedly. The LCD screen display changes as follows: • Single (single-image) screen
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    Enlarging a part of the still image (Zoom and trimming) Mode dial: 1 2,4 3 1 Set the mode recorded as the newest file. • If you trim an image, the remaining "Memory Stick" capacity will be decreased. • If the remaining "Memory Stick" capacity is not sufficient, you may be unable to trim an image.
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    Playing back the still images in order (SLIDE) Mode dial: This function is useful for checking the recorded images or for presentations, etc. 1 3,4 2 To stop the SLIDE SHOW playback
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    Rotating a still image (ROTATE) Mode dial: You can rotate the image software. Viewing images on a TV screen Mode dial: Before connecting your camera, be sure to turn off the TV. Set the TV/VIDEO switch to "VIDEO". A/V connecting cable (supplied) to A/V OUT jack 1 Connect the A/V connecting cable
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    B Editing Deleting images (DELETE) Mode dial: You can delete unwanted files. In single-image or tripleimage mode 1 2,4,5 W 3 1 Set the mode dial to . 2 In single-image mode: Display the image you want to delete with b/B. In triple-image mode: Press the zoom W button twice to turn to the triple-
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    To cancel deleting Select [CANCEL] with b/B in step 4 or [EXIT] with b/B in step 5, then press z. Note If there are files on the "Memory Stick" with names having the same last 4 digits as the file name of the image to be deleted, these files are also deleted at the same time. Preventing accidental
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    then press z. 4 Select [ALL] or [SELECT] with b/B, then press z. 5 When you select [ALL] Select [ON] with b/B, then press z. All the images in the "Memory Stick" are protected. When you select [SELECT] The frame of the selected image turns green. 1 Select the images to be protected with the control
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    Changing the recorded still image size (RESIZE) Mode dial: You can change the image size of the The resized image is recorded as the newest file. • If you resize an image, the remaining "Memory Stick" capacity will be decreased. • When you change from a small size to a large size, the picture
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    MENU. The menu appears. 3 Select [COPY] with b/B, [OK] with v/V, then press z. "MEMORY STICK ACCESS" appears. 4 When "CHANGE MEMORY STICK" appears, eject the "Memory Stick." "INSERT MEMORY STICK" appears. 5 Insert the "Memory Stick" on which to copy the image. "RECORDING" appears. When copying is
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    do not select [EXIT] after "COMPLETE" appears and instead insert a new "Memory Stick," the same image is copied again. • You cannot copy uncompressed images. • still images recorded with your camera. This mark is convenient when you have images printed at a shop that conforms with the DPOF (Digital
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    In index mode 1 3-5,7 W 2,6 1 Set the mode dial to , then display the index screen with the zoom W button. 2 Press MENU. The menu appears. 3 Select [PRINT] with b/B, then press z. 4 Select [SELECT] with b/B, then press z. When marking the mark, you cannot select [ALL]. The frame of the selected
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    MOVIE mode. This is convenient when there is not enough space on a "Memory Stick" or when attaching moving images to e-mails. 1 3,4,5 2 1 Set the 74 You cannot divide the following types of files: • Clip Motion files • Still image files • Moving image files that are too short to divide The file
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    Step 1: Divide the unwanted scene A. 1 A MOV0002.mpg B 3 DIVIDE point Step 2: Divide the unwanted scene B. MOV0004.mpg 1 3 A MOV0005.mpg B DIVIDE point Step 3:Delete the unwanted scenes A and B. MOV0004.mpg MOV0007.mpg 1 3 A MOV0006.mpg B DELETE DELETE Step 4:Only the desired scene
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    digital zoom. RED EYE ON REDUCTION x OFF Reduces the red-eye phenomenon (page 24). AF x ON ILLUMINATOR OFF Uses when it is hard to focus on the subject under dark situations (page 25). SETUP 1 Item FORMAT Setting OK CANCEL FILE NUMBER x SERIES RESET Description Formats a "Memory Stick
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    LCD backlight to [BRIGHT] or [NORMAL]. Selecting [BRIGHT] makes the screen bright and easy to see when using the camera outdoors or in other bright locations, but also uses up the battery charge faster. Turns on the shutter sound only. (The shutter sound is heard when you press the shutter button
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    Item DEMO Setting x ON/STBY OFF Description Displayed only when you use the AC power adaptor. [DEMO] is set to [STBY] at the factory and the demonstration starts about 10 minutes after you have set the mode dial to , S, A, or M. To cancel the demonstration, turn off the power. The demonstration
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    carefully. Otherwise, the salty air may corrode the metal fittings or dust may enter the inside of your camera, causing a malfunction. Note on operating temperature Your camera is designed for use between the temperatures of 0°C and 40°C (32°F and 104°F). Recording in extremely cold or hot places
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    still use the camera as long as you do not record the date and time. Charging method Connect the camera to a wall outlet (mains) with the AC power adaptor, or install a charged battery pack, and leave the camera for 24 hours or more with the POWER switch set to OFF. On "Memory Sticks" "Memory Stick
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    "Memory Stick", Memory Stick" and Sony Corporation. , "MagicGate are trademarks of "MagicGate" and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. About "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack What is the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack? The "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that has functions for
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    abroad Power sources You can use your camera in any country or area with the supplied battery charger within 100 V to 240 V AC, video input jack and a video connecting cable. The color system of the TV must be the same as that of your digital still camera. Check the following list: NTSC system
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    cleared.) Should your camera still not operate properly, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. If code 19, 26). • No "Memory Stick" has been inserted into your camera. t Insert a "Memory Stick" (page 17). • The write-protect tab on the "Memory Stick" is set to LOCK. t
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    cannot record images in TEXT mode. You cannot display a print mark. The picture is noisy. The picture is too dark. Cause and/or Solution • Your camera is not in macro recording mode when you shoot a subject that is within 50 cm (19 3/4 inches) from the lens. t Set the macro recording mode
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    incorrect. Or sufficient battery remaining indicator is displayed but the power runs out soon. Nothing appears in the display window or the indicators flash during charging. Cause and/or Solution • The flash is set to . t Set the flash to auto (no indicator) or (page 24). • The camera is in one of
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    the "Memory Stick." t Copy the file to the hard disk of the personal computer and then play back the file from the hard disk (page 36). t Consult the personal computer or software manufacturer. • The image is protected. t Cancel the protection (page 68). • If you do not operate the camera for about
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    USB cable before installing the USB driver, the drive is not recognized by the computer. t Delete the drive which is not recognized, then install the USB driver. For details, see the procedure on page 88. t Remove the battery pack, then install it again after about one minute. If the function still
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    USB driver when using Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows Me and Windows 2000 Professional Perform all steps without skipping. 1 Turn on your computer and allow Windows to load. 2 Connect the USB jack on the camera and the computer with the supplied USB cable. 3 Insert a "Memory Stick". 4 Connect
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    for "InfoLITHIUM" battery only NOT ENOUGH MEMORY COPY ERROR DIRECTORY ERROR IMAGE SIZE OVER INVALID OPERATION Meaning No "Memory Stick" has been inserted. Turn the power off and on again. • The inserted "Memory Stick" cannot be used with your camera, or is damaged. • The "Memory Stick" is not
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    there is still 5 to 10 minutes of remaining battery time left. The lens cap is still attached to the lens. • The file is not long enough to be divided. • The file is not a moving image. The amount of light is not sufficient or the shutter speed is too slow. (Mount the camera on a tripod
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    authorized Sony service facility. First three digits C:32:ss C:13:ss E:61:ss E:91:ss Cause and/or Corrective Action • There is trouble with your camera's hardware or zooming function. t Turn the power off and on again. • An unformatted "Memory Stick" is inserted. t Format the "Memory Stick" (page
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    Capacity 8.5 Wh (1 180 mAh) Accessories A/V connecting cable (1) NP-FM50 battery pack (1) AC-L10A AC power adaptor (1) Power cord (1) USB cable (1) Lens cap (1) Lens cap strap (1) Shoulder strap (1) "Memory Stick" (8 MB) (1) CD-ROM (2) Operating Instructions (1) Design and specifications are subject
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    LCD screen (page 91) and take the appropriate corrective action. : A problem has occurred with lens drive. Turn the camera on and off several times, and if the problem persists, contact your Sony dealer or authorized Sony service facility. 6 5 G Flash mode indicator H Spot light-metering indicator
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    recording still images 8 90qaqsqdqf 1 2 min 3 SOLARIZE 4 5 + 6 7 WHITE BAL ISO qg qh qj qk ql MODE w; wa A Battery remaining indicator of recordable images indicator/ Self-diagnosis function indicator N Remaining memory capacity indicator O Macro /focus mode 9 indicator P EV level
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    min STANDBY 8 3 SOLARIZE 9 + 0 WHITE BAL PFX qa A Battery remaining indicator B White balance indicator C Picture effect indicator D Recording mode Remaining memory capacity indicator H Macro /focus mode 9 indicator I Self-timer indicator J Spot light-metering cross hair K Menu and guide
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    D Recording mode indicator E Image size indicator F Image number G Number of stored images in "Memory Stick" H Remaining memory capacity indicator I Recording date of the playback image/menu and guide menu When playing back moving images 23 4 5 1 60min 320 6/8 0:12 6 7 8 DELETE PROTECT
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    52 C Charging the battery pack 11 Cleaning 79 Clip Motion 56 Control button........... 18, 41 Conversion lens 77 COPY 71 D DELETE 67 Digital zoom 22 Display window indicators 93 DPOF 72 E Editing COPY 71 DELETE 67 PROTECT 68 E-MAIL 53 Enlarging a part of the still image 64 F File
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3-068-187-
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Digital Still
Camera
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain
it for future reference.
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-S75
Serial No. ________________________
DSC-S75
©2001 Sony Corporation