Sony DSCT30 User Guide
Sony DSCT30 - Cybershot 7.2MP Digital Camera Manual
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based ink. Printed in Japan Digital Still Camera User's Guide/ Troubleshooting DSC-T30 "Read This First" (separate volume) Explains the set-up and basic operations for shooting/playback with your camera. Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual and "Read This First - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 2
. 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 intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 3
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 battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 4
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 operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are specified in the operating instructions. - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 5
about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Services Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) The number below is for the FCC related matters only. Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSC-T30 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 6
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 fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station. 6 - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 7
Stick Duo Adaptor (not supplied). Memory Stick Duo Adaptor Notes on the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack • Charge the battery pack (supplied) before using the camera for the first time. (t step 1 in "Read This First") • The battery pack can be charged even if it is not completely discharged. Also, even if - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 8
be contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws. The pictures used in this manual The photographs used as examples of pictures in this manual are reproduced images, and are not actual images shot using this camera. Black, white, red, blue or green points • Exposing the LCD screen or the lens - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 9
the digital still camera Prepare the camera and shoot images easily "Read This First" (separate volume) 1 Prepare the battery pack 2 Turn the camera on/ • Change the default settings t page 51 Connect your camera to a PC or a printer This manual • Copy your images to a computer and enjoy editing - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 10
have a "Memory Stick Duo" (Recording with the internal memory 25 Battery life and number of images that can be recorded/viewed 27 Using the Slide Show 30 Using the menu Using menu items 33 Menu items 34 Shooting menu 36 (Camera) COLOR (Color Mode) (EV) 9 (Focus) (Metering Mode) WB (White Bal) - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 11
) (Resize) (Rotate) (Divide) (Setup) Trimming Using the Setup screen Using Setup items 51 Camera 1 52 1 AF Mode Digital Zoom Function Guide Red Eye Reduction AF Illuminator Auto Review Camera 2 55 2 STEADY SHOT Internal Memory Tool 56 Format Memory Stick Tool 57 Format Create REC. Folder Change - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 12
85 Connecting your camera to your TV Viewing images on a TV screen 87 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 89 Warning indicators and messages 101 Others On the "Memory Stick 104 On the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 106 On the battery charger 107 Precautions 108 Specifications 110 Index...112 12 - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 13
(page 28), the menus (page 33), and so on. Focus Focusing on a subject successfully When you press the shutter button halfway down, the camera adjusts the focus automatically (Auto Focus). Remember to press the shutter button only halfway down. Press the shutter button fully down straight away - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 14
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. t page 37 Metering Mode: Allows you to change the part of the subject to be measured to - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 15
can adjust color tones manually with [White Bal] (page 40). Reddish Quality On "image quality" and "image size" A digital image is made up of of pixels. Although you cannot see the differences on the screen of the camera, the fine detail and data processing time differ when the image is printed - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 16
played back, the smoother playback can be. Selecting the image quality (compression ratio) in combination (page 41) You can select the compression ratio when digital images are saved. When you select a high compression ratio, the image lacks the fineness of detail, but has a smaller file size. 16 - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 17
6 2 4 3 5 7 6 4 8 7 8 9 Enjoying the camera A (STEADY SHOT) button (t step 5 in "Read This First") B Shutter button (t step ) H (Image Size/Delete) button (t step 4 and 6 in "Read This First") I Battery pack/"Memory Stick Duo" cover (t step 1 and 3 in "Read This First") J Access - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 18
an AC-LS5K AC Adaptor (not supplied) Cable for multi-use terminal 2 To the multi connector 1 To DC IN jack v mark 3 To wall outlet • You cannot charge the battery pack by connecting your camera to the AC-LS5K AC Adaptor. Use the battery charger to charge the battery pack. (t step 1 in "Read This - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 19
Camera mode (Program) (28) Flash mode (t step 5 in "Read This First") Flash charging Zoom scaling (t 52, step 5 in "Read This First") When shooting movies 60min 1 STBY 3 4 2 A Display 60min z M BRK WB STBY REC 5 Indication Battery (38) STEADY SHOT OFF (t step 5 in "Read This First") 19 - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 20
due to insufficient lighting. Even if the vibration warning appears, you can still shoot images. However, we recommend that you turn on the anti-blur function, using the flash for better lighting or using a tripod or other means to stabilize the camera. Low battery warning (27, 101) 20 Display - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 21
Enjoying the camera When playing back still images 60min M VGA 101 1 101 12/12 3 C: 5M 3M 2M 1M VGA 16:9 FINE 640 STD 640 160 - 1.3 Step 12/16 N B Display 101-0012 Indication Battery remaining (t step 1 in "Read This First") Recording mode (28, 42) Image size (t step 4 in "Read This - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 22
recorded in selected folder Self-diagnosis display (101) Counter (t step 6 in "Read This First") Indication PictBridge connecting (83) • Do not disconnect the cable for multi-use terminal while the icon is displayed. Exposure Value (37) ISO number (41) Metering mode (40) Flash White balance (40 - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 23
Enjoying the camera Changing the screen display Each time you press the (Screen display switch) button, the display changes as follows. Histogram on 60min when: - The flash strobes. - The shutter speed is slow or high. • The histogram may not appear for images recorded using other cameras. 23 - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 24
Duo" formatted with this camera. The values may vary depending on the shooting conditions. For image size and quality, see page 15 in this manual and step 4 in "Read When images recorded using earlier Sony models are played back on this camera, the display may differ from the actual image size. 24 - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 25
has 58 MB of internal memory. This memory is not removable. Even when there is no "Memory Stick Duo" inserted in the camera, you can record images using this internal memory. • Movies with the image size set to [640(Fine)] cannot be recorded using the internal memory. When a " - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 26
Perform the procedure on pages 66 to 70 without a "Memory Stick Duo" inserted in the camera. • You cannot copy image data on a "Memory Stick Duo" to the internal memory. • By connecting the camera and a computer with a cable for multi-use terminal, you can copy data stored in the internal memory to - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 27
low. - The flash is used frequently. - The camera has been turned on and off many times. - The zoom is used frequently. - The brightness of LCD Backlight is set to up. - [AF Mode] is set to [Monitor]. - [STEADY SHOT] is set to [Continuous]. - The battery power is low. When viewing still images No - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 28
Using the mode switch Set the mode switch to the desired function. Still image shooting modes Auto: Auto adjustment mode Allows easy shooting with the settings adjusted automatically. t step 5 in "Read This First" Program: Program auto shooting mode Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 29
5 in "Read This First" For shooting an image appropriately according to the scene condition, a combination of functions is determined by the camera. ( : you can select the desired setting) Macro/ Magnifying Glass Flash AF range Focus finder preset White Balance Burst/ Flash level Exposure - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 30
Using the Slide Show By simply pressing button, you can enjoy continuous image playback accompanied by effects and music (Slide Show). c c 1 Set the mode switch to . 2 Press . 3 Slide show starts. To adjust the volume of the music Press v/V to adjust the volume. To pause the slide show Press - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 31
Enjoying the camera 2 Select (Slide) with b/B on the control button, then press z. min to [Simple], [Nostalgic], [Stylish] or [Active]: - Only still images are displayed. - When images are shot by Multi Burst, the first frame of continuous images is displayed. • Music is not played (set to [Off - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 32
Music files You can transfer a desired music file from your CDs or MP3 files to the camera to play back during Slide show. You can transfer the music by [Download Music] in (Setup) using the software "Music Transfer" (supplied) installed on a computer. For details, see pages 77 and 79. • You can - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 33
button 1 Turn on the power and set the mode switch. Different items are available depending on the position of the mode switch and the settings. (Camera) menu 2 Press MENU to display the menu. 3 Select the desired menu item with b/B on the control button. • If the desired item is invisible, keep - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 34
. Only the available items are displayed on the screen. Mode switch position: Auto ( : available) Program Scene Menu for shooting (page 36) (Camera) COLOR (Color Mode) - (EV) - 9 (Focus) - (Metering Mode) - WB (White Bal) - ISO - (P.Quality) - Mode (REC Mode) BRK (Bracket Step - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 35
For details on the operation 1 page 33 Menu for viewing (page 45) (Folder) - (Protect) DPOF (Print) (Slide) (Resize) (Rotate) (Divide) (Setup) Trimming** - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - * The operation is - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 36
Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 33 The default settings are marked with . (Camera) Select the still image camera mode. t step 5 in "Read This First" COLOR (Color Mode) You can change the brightness of the image, accompanied by effects. B&W (B & W) Sets the image to - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 37
Using the menu For details on the operation 1 page 33 (EV) Manually adjusts the exposure. Toward - Toward + M +2.0EV 0EV m -2.0EV Toward +: Brightens an image. The exposure is automatically determined by the camera. Toward -: Darkens an image. • For details on the exposure t page 14 • The - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 38
small subject or a narrow area automatically. • Using together with the AF lock function lets you shoot in the desired image composition. Hold the camera steady not to misalign the subject and the AF range finder frame. 60min Center AF () AF range finder frame AF range finder frame indicator - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 39
is recommended as the AF works even with a certain amount of vibration. • When you use Digital Zoom or AF Illuminator, priority AF movement is given to subjects in 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 - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 40
based on the brightness of the subject there. Multi (Multi-pattern metering) Divides into multiple regions and measures each region. The camera determines a well-balanced exposure. • For details on the exposure t page 14 • When using spot metering or center-weighted metering, setting [9] (Focus - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 41
noisier as the ISO sensitivity number increases. • [ISO] is set to [Auto] in the Scene mode. • When shooting under brighter conditions, the camera automatically increases its tone reproduction and helps prevent images to become whitish (excluding when [ISO] is set to [80] or [100]). (P.Quality - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 42
[1/30] when (Camera) is set to [Auto] • When playing back a series of images shot in the Multi Burst mode using a computer or a camera not equipped with are also used for the other images. • When the exposure is manually adjusted (page 37), the exposure is shifted based on the adjusted brightness - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 43
recorded. • The recording interval is approximately 0.92 second. • When the battery level is low, or when the internal memory or "Memory Stick Duo" mode depending on the Scene mode (page 29). The maximum number of continuous shots Quality Size Fine (Units: images) Standard 7M 5 8 3:2 5 8 - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 44
For details on the operation 1 page 33 (Flash Level) Adjusts the amount of flash light. + ( +) Toward +: Makes the flash level higher. Normal - ( -) Toward -: Makes the flash level lower. • To change flash mode t step 5 in "Read This First" • You may not be able to set the Flash Level - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 45
Folder Name:102MSDCF No. Of Files: 9 Created: 2006 1 1 1:05:34AM OK Cancel BACK/NEXT 2 Select [OK] with v, then press z. z On the folder The camera stores images in a specified folder of a "Memory Stick Duo" (page 57). You can change the folder or create a new one. • To create a new folder - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 46
For details on the operation 1 page 33 - (Protect) Protects images against accidental erasure. Protect (-) See the following procedure. Exit Exits the Protection function. To protect images in single-image mode 1 Display the image you want to protect. 2 Press MENU to display the menu. 3 - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 47
For details on the operation 1 page 33 Using the menu To cancel the protection In single-image mode Press z in step 3 or 4 of "To protect images in single-image mode." In index mode 1 Select the image for which you want to remove protection in step 5 of "To protect images in index mode." 2 Press z - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 48
, movies, or Multi Burst images. • You may not be able to rotate images shot with other cameras. • When viewing images on a computer, the image rotation information may not be reflected depending on the software. (Divide) Cuts movies, or deletes unnecessary scenes of movies. This is a recommended - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 49
For details on the operation 1 page 33 Using the menu Example: Cutting a movie numbered 101_0002 This section describes an example of dividing a movie numbered 101_0002 and deleting it in the following file configuration. 101_0001 101_0003 1 2 3 101_0002 1 Cutting scene A. 1 A 2 B 3 - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 50
quality of trimmed images may deteriorate. • You cannot trim to an image size of 3:2 or 16:9 aspect ratio. • You cannot trim images displayed with Quick Review. 50 - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 51
Using the Setup screen Using Setup items You can change the default settings using the Setup screen. v/V/b/B button Mode switch z button MENU button Control button 1 Turn on the power. 2 Press MENU to display the menu. 3 After pressing B on the control button, go to the press B again. ( - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 52
the shutter button is pressed and held halfway down. This mode shortens the time needed for focusing. • Battery consumption is faster than in [Single] mode. Digital Zoom Selects the digital zoom mode. The camera enlarges the image using optical zoom (up to 3×). When the zoom scale exceeds 3×, the - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 53
area, and the T side is the digital zoom area Zoom scaling indicator • The Guide When you operate the camera, the description of functions is displayed. On Displays the function guide. Off Does not display the function guide hold the camera firmly to prevent the effects of vibration. Also, - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 54
in dark surroundings. The AF illuminator emits red light allowing the camera to focus easily when the shutter button is pressed halfway, until the Although there are no problems with safety, do not look directly into the AF illuminator emitter at close range. Auto Review Displays the recorded - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 55
[Shooting]. • You can turn off the anti-blur function using the (STEADY SHOT) button when set to [Auto]. (t step 5 in "Read This First") • The anti-blur function may not work properly in the following cases. - When camera shake is too strong - When the shutter speed is slow, for example, shooting - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 56
Internal Memory Tool For details on the operation 1 page 51 This item does not appear when a "Memory Stick Duo" is inserted in the camera. The default settings are marked with . Format Formats the internal memory. • Note that formatting irrevocably erases all data in the internal memory, - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 57
up to "999MSDCF." • Images are recorded in the newly created folder until a different folder is created or selected. • You cannot delete a folder with the camera. To delete a folder, use your computer, etc. • Up to 4,000 images can be stored in one folder. When the folder capacity is exceeded, a new - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 58
pack or the AC Adaptor (not supplied). If you attempt to copy image files using a battery pack with little remaining charge, the battery pack may run out, causing copying to fail or possibly corrupting the data. • You cannot copy individual images. • The original images in the internal memory - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 59
Music] is performed, all the Music files are erased. Use the supplied software "Music Transfer" to activate [Download Music]. The message "All data will Selects the brightness of the LCD backlight when using the camera with battery pack. Bright Brightens. Normal • You can change the setting - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 60
on the operation 1 page 51 Initialize Initializes the setting to the default setting. OK See the following procedure. Cancel Cancels the resetting. 1 Select [OK] with v on the control button, then press z. The message "Initialize all settings Ready?" appears. 2 Select [OK] with v, then press - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 61
assigned number, a number one higher than the largest number is assigned.) Reset Starts from 0001 each time the folder is changed. (When the recording connecting the camera to a computer or a PictBridge compliant printer using the cable for multi-use terminal. PictBridge Connects the camera to a - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 62
systems. If you want to view images on a TV screen, check page 88 for the TV color system of the country or region where the camera is used. NTSC Sets the video output signal to NTSC mode (e.g., for the USA, Japan). PAL Sets the video output signal to PAL mode (e.g., for - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 63
78). This section describes the English version of screen contents. Install the software (supplied) first (page 65) Copying images to your computer (page 66) Viewing images on your computer Enjoying images using the "Cyber-shot Viewer" and "Music Transfer" (pages 73, 77) • Viewing images saved on - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 64
camera Cyber-shot RAM or more) Software: DirectX 9.0c software is compatible with DirectX technology. Installation of "DirectX" may be required. Notes on connecting your camera including your camera, may not as this camera is camera and your computer may not recover at the same time. Technical Support - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 65
do not connect the camera to the computer before installation. • In Windows 2000/XP, log on as Administrator. • When the supplied software is installed, the restarting confirmation message appears, restart the computer following the instructions on the screen. • DirectX may be installed depending - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 66
. • When you are using Windows 2000/Me, install the software (supplied) before proceeding. With Windows XP, installation is unnecessary. camera. • When copying images in the internal memory, this step is unnecessary. 2 Insert the sufficiently charged battery pack in the camera, or connect the camera - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 67
3 Set the mode switch to , then turn on the camera and the computer. 2 Set the switch on the cable for multi-use terminal to "CAMERA". CAMERA TV DISP SEL Using your computer Stage 2: Connecting the camera and your computer 1 Connect the camera to your computer. 2 To the multi connector 1 To a USB - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 68
desktop. 4 Select a name and destination for the images, then click [Next]. 1 1 2 The "Scanner and Camera Wizard" screen appears. 2 Click [Next]. The images saved on the "Memory Stick Duo" of the camera appear. • If no "Memory Stick Duo" is inserted, images in the internal memory appear. 3 Click - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 69
computer 6 Click [Finish]. The wizard screen closes. • To continue copying other images, disconnect the cable for multi-use terminal (page 70). Then follow the procedure explained in "Stage 2: Connecting the camera and your computer" on page 67. 2 Double-click the folder where the image files you - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 70
Disconnecting the cable for multi-use terminal • Removing a "Memory Stick Duo" • Inserting a "Memory Stick Duo" into the camera after copying images from the internal memory • Turning off the camera x For Windows 2000/Me/XP 1 Double-click on the tasktray. Double-click here 2 Click (Sony DSC) t [Stop - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 71
folders, see pages 45, 57. Using your computer A B A Folder containing image data recorded using a camera not equipped with the folder creating function B Folder containing image data recorded using this camera When no new folders are created, there are folders as follows: - "Memory Stick Duo - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 72
folder, create a folder with your camera (page 57) first, and then copy the image file. 2 Copy the image file to the "Memory Stick Duo" folder in the following order. 1Right-click the image file, then click [Copy]. 2Double-click [Removable Disk] or [Sony MemoryStick] in [My Computer]. 3Right-click - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 73
more than ever by taking advantage of the software. This section summarizes the "Cyber-shot Viewer" and gives the basic instructions. "Cyber-shot Viewer" overview With the "Cyber-shot Viewer" you can: • Import images shot with the camera and display them on the computer. • Organize images on the - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 74
Pictures" that is named with the date of importing. • For instructions on changing the "Folder to be imported", refer to page 76. Viewing images 1 Checking imported images When importing is complete, the "Cyber-shot Viewer" starts. Thumbnails of the imported images are displayed. 2 Viewing images - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 75
Hour display screen 4 Displaying images in full-screen mode To display a slide show of current images in full-screen mode, click the button. • To list images from a particular year or month, click that period on the left of the screen. 3 Displaying individual images On the hour display screen, - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 76
with this software. In this case, update the database. Uninstalling "Cyber-shot Viewer" 1 Click [Start] t [Settings] t [Control Panel]. Double-click [Add/Remove Programs]. (For Windows XP, click [start] t [Control Panel], then double-click [Add or Remove Programs].) 2 Select [Sony - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 77
5 Make a USB connection between the camera and your computer. 6 Start "Music Transfer." 7 Follow the instructions on the screen to add/change Music (page 31). You can reset the Music files to the preset ones using [Initialize], however, other settings will also be reset. • For details on using - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 78
You can copy images to your Macintosh computer. • "Cyber-shot Viewer" is not compatible with Macintosh computers. Recommended computer environment The following environment is recommended for a computer connected to the camera. Recommended environment for copying images OS (pre-installed): Mac - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 79
on CDs • Preset-music saved on this camera To install "Music Transfer" • Shut down all other application software before you install "Music Transfer." • For the software starts. To add/change Music files See "Adding/Changing Music using "Music Transfer"" on page 77. Technical Support Additional - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 80
instructions supplied with the printer. Printing using a computer You can copy images to a computer using the supplied "Cyber-shot Viewer" software and print the images. Printing at a shop (page 85) You can take a "Memory Stick Duo" containing images shot with your camera to a photo printing service - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 81
shot using your camera by connecting the camera directly to a PictBridge compliant printer. • "PictBridge" is based on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera camera Prepare the camera to connect it to the printer with the cable for multi-use terminal. When connecting the camera fully charged battery pack or - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 82
to the printer. 2 To the multi connector 1 To the USB jack Cable for multi-use terminal 2 Set the switch on the cable for multi-use terminal to "CAMERA". CAMERA TV DISP SEL 82 3 Turn on your camera and the printer. After the connection is made, the indicator appears. 60min 2M Print All - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 83
press z. The image is printed. • Do not disconnect the cable for multi-use terminal while the (PictBridge Connecting) indicator appears Preparing the camera" (page 81) and "Stage 2: Connecting the camera to the printer" (page 82), then proceed with the following. When you connect the camera to - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 84
[Select] Selects images and prints all the selected images. Select the image you want to print with v/ V/b/B, then press z to display the mark. (Repeat this procedure to select other images.) Then, press MENU. [DPOF image] Prints all the images with a (Print order) mark regardless of the displayed - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 85
Duo" containing images shot with your camera to a photo printing service shop. As long as the shop supports photo printing services conforming to the DPOF DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard or using a PictBridge compliant printer. • You cannot mark movies. • When you mark images shot in - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 86
Marking in index mode 1 Display the index screen (t step 6 in "Read This First"). 2 Press MENU to display the menu. 3 Select DPOF with b/B, then press z. 4 Select [Select] with v/V, then press z. • You cannot add a Folder]. mark in [All In This 5 Select the image you want to mark with v/V/b/B, - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 87
For details, see the operating instructions supplied with the TV. 4 Set the mode switch to turn on the camera. Mode switch , and 60min cable for multi-use terminal to the left audio jack. 2 Set the switch on the cable for multi-use terminal to "TV". Control button Images shot with the camera - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 88
If you want to view images on a TV screen, you need a TV with a video input jack and the cable for multi-use terminal. 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 - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 89
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with your camera, try the following solutions. 1 Check the items on pages 90 to 100. If a code such as "C/E:ss:ss" appears on the screen, see page 101. 2 Remove the battery pack, and insert the battery pack again after about one minute, and - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 90
page 106). Replace it with a new one. Cannot turn on the camera. • Install the battery pack correctly (t step 1 in "Read This First"). • The battery pack is discharged. Install charged battery pack (t step 1 in "Read This First"). • The battery pack is dead (page 106). Replace it with a new one. The - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 91
Shooting still images/movies Your camera cannot record images. • Check the free capacity of selected, the optical zoom is not available. Precision digital zoom does not function. • Set [Digital Zoom] to [Precision] (page 52). • This function cannot be used while shooting movies. 91 Troubleshooting - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 92
Smart zoom does not function. • Set [Digital Zoom] to [Smart] (page 52). • This function cannot be used ) is selected in the Scene mode (t step 5 in "Read This First"). Fuzzy specks appear in images shot using the flash. • Dust in the air reflected the flash light and appeared in the image. This is - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 93
The battery level is low. Install charged battery pack. Viewing images Refer to "Computers" (page 95) in conjunction with the following items. Your camera cannot camera, playback on your camera is not guaranteed. • The camera is in USB mode. Delete the USB connection (page 70). 93 Troubleshooting - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 94
of your TV (page 62). • Check whether the connection is correct (page 87). • The switch on the cable for multi-use terminal is set to "CAMERA". Set to "TV" (page 87). Deleting/Editing images Your camera cannot delete an image. • Cancel the protection (page 47). • You are using the "Memory Stick Duo - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 95
appears. 2 Click [Hardware] t [Device Manager]. • For Windows Me, click the [Device Manager] tab. The "Device Manager" appears. 3 Right-click [ Sony DSC], then click [Uninstall] t [OK]. The device is deleted. 4 Install the software (page 65). A USB driver is also installed. 95 Troubleshooting - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 96
a "Memory Stick Duo" formatted by your camera (page 57). After making a USB connection, "Cyber-shot Viewer" does not start automatically. • Start computer. • If you are using "Cyber-shot Viewer," refer to the Help. • Consult the computer or software manufacturer. The image and sound are interrupted - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 97
. • Check that the computer and the card reader support "Memory Stick PRO Duo". Users of computers and card readers made by manufacturers other than Sony should contact those manufacturers. • If "Memory Stick PRO Duo" is not supported, connect the camera to the computer (pages 67, 78). The computer - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 98
cut off. • When you print an image shot with the image size set to [16:9], images printed at a digital print shop, ask the cable for multi-use terminal again. If an error message is indicated on the printer, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the printer. Nothing appears on the camera - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 99
Cannot print images. • Check that the camera and the printer are properly connected using the cable for multi-use terminal. • Turn on the printer. For further information, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the printer. • If you select [Exit] during printing, images may not be printed - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 100
(t step 1 in "Read This First"). The power is on, but the camera does not work. • The built-in microcomputer is not working properly. Remove the battery pack, and then, after one minute, insert the battery pack and turn on the camera. Cannot identify an indicator on the screen. • See page 19. The - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 101
. If you are unable to solve the problem even after trying the following corrective actions a few times, your camera may need repair. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. C:32:ss • There is trouble with your camera's hardware. Turn the power off and on again. C:13 - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 102
(page 72). Folder error • A folder with the same first three digit number already exists on the "Memory Stick Duo" (for example: 123MSDCF to play back a file that is not compatible with the camera. (Vibration warning indicator) • Camera shake may occur due to insufficient light. Use the flash, - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 103
], however the camera is connected to a non-PictBridge compliant device. Check the device. • The connection is not established. Disconnect and connect the cable for multi-use terminal again. If an error message is indicated on the printer, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 104
copyright protection technology that uses encryption technology. Data recording/playback that requires MagicGate functions cannot be performed with this camera. *2 Supports high-speed data transfer using a parallel interface. *3 640(Fine) size movies can be recorded. • A "Memory Stick Duo" formatted - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 105
on using "Memory Stick PRO Duo" (not supplied) "Memory Stick PRO Duo" with a capacity up to 2 GB have been confirmed to operate properly with this camera. 105 Others - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 106
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 using up once a year to maintain the battery pack's function. • To use the battery pack up, leave your camera in slide show (page 30) playback mode - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 107
On the battery charger x On the battery charger • Do not charge any other battery pack except Sony "InfoLITHIUM" battery packs in the battery charger supplied with your camera. Batteries other than the specified kind may leak, overheat, or explode if you attempt to charge them, posing a risk of - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 108
become deformed and this may cause a malfunction. • Under direct sunlight or near a heater The camera body may become discolored or deformed, and this may cause a malfunction. • In a location subject to rocking vibration • Near strong magnetic place • In sandy or dusty places Be careful not to let - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 109
about one month it becomes completely discharged. In this case, be sure to charge this rechargeable battery before using the camera. However, even if this rechargeable battery is not charged, you can still use the camera as long as you do not record the date and time. Charging method of the internal - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 110
Specifications Camera [System] Image device 7.20 mm (1/2.5 type) color CCD, Primary color filter Total pixel number of camera Approx. 7 410 000 pixels Effective pixel number of camera 400 (960×240) dots [Power, general] Power Rechargeable battery pack NPFR1, 3.6 V AC-LS5K AC Adaptor (not - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 111
BC-CS3 battery charger Power requirements AC 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 3.2 W Output voltage (2.7 oz) Rechargeable battery pack NP-FR1 Used battery Lithium-ion battery Maximum voltage DC 4.2 V Nominal voltage DC 3.6 V Capacity 4.4 Wh (1 220 mAh) Design and specifications are subject to change - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 112
78 Recommended environment 64, 78 Software 65, 73, 77 Viewing image files stored on a computer with your camera 72 Windows 63 Connecting Computer 67 Printer 82 TV 87 Contrast 44 Copy 58 Copying images to your computer 66 Create REC. Folder 57 Cyber-shot Viewer 73 D Daylight 40 DC - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 113
58 Creating 57 Format 56, 57 Function Guide 53 H High sensitivity mode t step 5 This First" Histogram 23, 37 Holding the camera t step 5 in "Read This First" battery pack 106 Initialize 60 Install 65 Internal memory 25 Internal Memory Tool .......... 56 Internal rechargeable battery - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 114
5 in "Read This First" Soft snap mode t step 5 in "Read This First" Software 65, 73, 77 Specifications 110 Spot AF 38 Spot metering 40 Spot metering cross hairs ..... 40 Standard 41 STEADY SHOT 55 T Trimming 50 Troubleshooting 89 TV 87 Twilight mode t step 5 in "Read This First" Twilight - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 115
White balance 40 Windows computer 63 Recommended environment 64 Wrist strap t in "Read This First" Write-protect switch ...........104 Z Zoom t step 5 in "Read This First" 115 Index - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 116
Stick PRO , "MagicGate", are trademarks of Sony • "InfoLITHIUM" is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • Microsoft, Windows and DirectX are Corporation. • In addition, system and product names used in this manual are, in general, trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective developers - Sony DSCT30 | User Guide - Page 117
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Digital Still Camera
User’s Guide/
Troubleshooting
Digital Still Camera
User’s Guide/
Troubleshooting
DSC-T30
“Read This First” (separate volume)
Explains the set-up and basic operations for
shooting/playback with your camera.
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual and
“Read This First” (separate volume) thoroughly, and retain
it for future reference.
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-T30
Serial No. ___________________________
Enjoying
the camera
Using the menu
Using the Setup
screen
Using your computer
Printing still images
Connecting your
camera to your TV
Troubleshooting
Others
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