3-068-186-11(1)Digital Still CameraOperating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future refe
10Preparing the power supplyInstalling the supplied batteries or an optional battery packYour camera operates only with the following batteries.•Two s
Getting started11Open the battery cover with the battery cover side facing upward and remove the batteries. Be careful not to drop the batteries when
12You cannot charge the battery pack while your camera is turned on. Be sure to turn off your camera. After charging the battery packDisconnect the AC
Getting started13Still image recording* Still image playback*** Approximate battery life and number of images that can be recorded/played back 640×480
14Approximate time to charge a completely discharged battery pack using the AC-LS1A AC power adaptor (not supplied) at a temperature of 25°C (77°F). U
Getting started15Setting the date and timeWhen you first use your camera, set the date and time. If these are not set, the CLOCK SET screen appears wh
16To cancel the date and time settingSelect [CANCEL] with v/V/b/B on the control button, then press the center z.NoteIf the rechargeable button batter
Getting started17Inserting the “Memory Stick” Open the “Memory Stick” cover, then press the “Memory Stick” once lightly.Notes•Insert the “Memory Stic
18Basic operationsB RecordingBasic operationsHow to use the mode dialThe mode dial switches the function which is used for recording, playback, or edi
BBBB Recording19Recording still imagesStill images are recorded in JPEG format. Before recording still images, press the POWER button to turn on the p
2To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Custo
20∗If the flashing AE/AF lock indicator changes to flashing slowly, the subject may be difficult to focus on (dark, poor contrast) or the subject may
BBBB Recording21You can extend the battery time by turning off the LCD screen and recording using the finder. Each time you press DISPLAY/LCD ON/OFF,
22When recording with the LCD screen, align the AF frame in the center of the screen with the subject.You can check the last recorded image by clearin
BBBB Recording23Digital zoom functionThis camera has a digital zoom function.Digital zoom enlarges the image by digital processing and it starts to fu
24The factory setting is auto (no indicator). In this mode, the flash automatically strobes when the surroundings is dark. To change the flash mode, c
BBBB Recording25The AF illuminator is fill light to focus on a subject easily under dark conditions. Set [AF ILLUMINATOR] (page 69) to [ON] in the set
26Recording moving imagesMoving images are recorded in MPEG format (page 38). To record moving images, press the POWER button to turn on the power and
BBBB Recording27When you use the self-timer function, the subject is recorded about 10 seconds after you press the shutter button.Clear the menu (page
28B PlaybackPlaying back still images Notes•You might not be able to correctly play back images recorded with this camera on other equipment. •You can
BBBB Playback29Playing back moving images To pause playback Press the center z on the control button to stop the playback.To advance or rewind the mov
3Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These li
30Viewing images using a personal computerYou can view data recorded with your camera on a personal computer, modify and attach it to e-mail using app
BBBB Playback31Recommended Windows environmentOS: Microsoft Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows Millennium EditionThe above O
32Before connecting your camera to your personal computer, install the USB driver to the computer. The USB driver is included with the application sof
BBBB Playback33For Macintosh users• When using MacOS9.1It is not necessary to install the USB driver. The Macintosh recognizes the camera as a drive s
34When viewing moving images on a Windows system, RealPlayer, Windows Media Player or other moving image playback applications must be installed. When
BBBB Playback35Follow the procedure 1 – 4 on page 34.“Memory Stick” •Operation is not guaranteed if you are using a “Memory Stick” that was formatted
36For Windows Me and Windows 2000 usersThe following procedures are recommended when disconnecting the USB cable from your personal computer or ejecti
BBBB Playback37Image file storage destinations and image filesImage files recorded with your camera are grouped in folders by recording mode.The meani
38The numerical portions of the following files are the same.– A small-size image file recorded in E-MAIL mode and its corresponding image file– An un
39Before performing advanced operationsAdvanced operationsBefore performing advanced operationsThis section describes the basic control methods that a
4For the Customers in the U.S.A. and Canada Trial recordingBefore you record one-time events, you may want to make a trial recording to make sure th
40You can perform this operation even when the LCD screen is off. Turning on/off the operation buttons (menu) on the LCD screenSetting up the items in
Before performing advanced operations41Menu items that can be modified differ depending on the positions of the mode dial. The LCD screen shows only t
42When the mode dial is set to (MOVING IMAGE is set to MPEG MOVIE in the setup settings.)MODE(REC MODE)TIFF Records a TIFF (uncompressed) file in ad
Before performing advanced operations43When the mode dial is set to (MOVING IMAGE is set to CLIP MOTION in the setup settings.)(IMAGE SIZE)320×240x1
44When the mode dial is set to ∗Only in single-image mode.(SHARPNESS)+2+1x 0–1–2Adjusts the sharpness of the image.The indicator appears (except wh
Before performing advanced operations45Setting the image size (IMAGE SIZE)1Set the mode dial to , or .2Press MENU.The menu appears.3Select the desi
46The number of images* or the time** that you can record on a “Memory Stick” (4 MB)∗When MODE (REC MODE) is set to NORMAL.∗∗The maximum recording tim
BBBB Various recording47B Various recordingRecords images according to shooting conditions (TWILIGHT mode)Mode dial: This camera has a preset TWILIGHT
48Recording still images for e-mail (E-MAIL)Mode dial: /In the E-MAIL mode, a small-size image which is suitable for e-mail transmission is also reco
BBBB Various recording49Recording text documents (TEXT)Mode dial: The TEXT mode is suitable for recording a document to emphasize its character by the
5When the camera is used for long periodsNote that the camera body may become hot.
50Recording still images as uncompressed files (TIFF)Mode dial: /Records the images without compression, so the image does not deteriorate. Images re
BBBB Various recording51Creating Clip Motion FilesMode dial: Clip Motion is an animation function that plays back still images in succession. The imag
52The number of Clip Motion frames that you can record on a “Memory Stick” (4 MB)∗When recording 10 frames per Clip Motion fileNotes•You cannot change
BBBB Various recording53Recording images in macroMode dial: / /The macro recording is used when zooming up a little subject, such as flowers, insects
54TipsNormally, the camera automatically adjusts the exposure. If the color of the image is too dark or bright as illustrated below, we recommend that
BBBB Various recording55To reactivate auto adjustmentSelect [AUTO] with v/V in step 3. TipsThe image is susceptible to lighting conditions. The image
56Recording the date and time on the still image (DATE/TIME)Mode dial: /1Set the mode dial to SET UP.The setup screen appears.2Select [ ] (CAMERA) wi
BBBB Various recording57Using the spot light-metering functionMode dial: / /Use this function when there is backlight or when there is strong contras
58B Various playbackPlaying back three or nine images at once Mode dial: You can display multiple images on the LCD screen at one time using the zoom
BBBB Various playback59Enlarging a part of the still image (Zoom and trimming)Mode dial: 1Set the mode dial to .2Display the image to be enlarged.3Zo
6IntroductionChecks the image after recording imagesRecording still images: page 19Playing back still images: page 28Deleting images (DELETE): page 62
60Playing back the still images in order (SLIDE)Mode dial: This function is useful for checking the recorded images or for presentations, etc.1Set the
BBBB Various playback61Rotating a still image (ROTATE)Mode dial: You can rotate the image recorded in portrait orientation and display it in landscape
62B EditingDeleting images (DELETE)Mode dial: You can delete unwanted files.1Set the mode dial to .2In single-image mode:Display the image you want t
BBBB Editing63To cancel deleting Select [CANCEL] with b/B in step 4 or [EXIT] with b/B in step 5, then press z.NoteIf there are files on the “Memory S
641Set the mode dial to , then display the index screen with the zoom W button.2Press MENU.The menu appears.3Select [PROTECT] with b/B, then press z.
BBBB Editing65Changing the recorded still image size (RESIZE)Mode dial: You can change the image size of the recorded image.1Set the mode dial to , t
66Selecting still images to print (PRINT)Mode dial: You can mark a print mark on still images recorded with your camera. This mark is convenient when
BBBB Editing67To unmark selected print marksSelect the images to be unmarked in step 5 with the control button, then press z.To unmark all the print m
68You cannot divide the following types of files:•Clip Motion files•Still image files•Moving image files that are too short to divideThe file number c
BBBB Editing69Changing the setup settings (SETUP)Set the mode dial to SET UP. The setup screen appears. You can set up the following items with the co
7Table of contentsIdentifying the parts ... 8Preparing the power supply ... 10Setting the date and time ...
70 SETUP 2Notes on [DATE/TIME]•The date and time do not appear on the LCD screen during shooting. These appear during playback.•The date and time are
Additional information71Additional informationPrecautionsCleaning the LCD screen Wipe the screen surface with a cleaning cloth (not supplied) or a LCD
72•Use only the specified charger with the charging function.•To prevent accident from a short circuit, do not allow metal objects to come into contac
Additional information73“Memory Stick”, , “MagicGate Memory Stick” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.“MagicGate” and are trademarks of Sony
74Battery life•The battery life is limited. Battery capacity decreases little by little as you use it more and more, and as time passes. When the batt
Additional information75TroubleshootingIf you experience trouble with your camera, first check the following items. Should your camera still not opera
76The picture is out of focus. •Your camera is not in macro recording mode when you shoot a subject that is about 3 to 25 cm (1 3/16 to 9 27/32 inche
Additional information77The battery life is short.•You are recording/playing back images under extremely cold temperatures.•The battery pack is not ch
78Your camera cannot delete an image.•The image is protected.tCancel the protection (page 63).The power turns off suddenly.•If you do not operate the
Additional information79Your personal computer does not recognize your camera. •The battery level is low. tUse the AC power adaptor (not supplied) (pa
8Getting startedIdentifying the partsSee the pages in parentheses for details of operation.A POWER button/lamp (15)Press and hold down this button for
80Reinstall the USB driver when using Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows Me and Windows 2000 ProfessionalPerform all steps without skipping.1Turn on yo
Additional information81Warning and notice messages Various messages appear on the LCD screen. Check the corresponding descriptions in the following l
82The amount of light is not sufficient or the shutter speed is too slow. (Mount the camera on a tripod or otherwise secure the camera in place.)Messa
Additional information83Self-diagnosis display Your camera has a self-diagnosis display. This function displays the camera condition on the LCD screen
84SpecificationsSystem Image device 6.64 mm (1/2.7 type) color CCD Lens 3× zoom lens f = 6.4 – 19.2 mm (9/32 – 25/32 inches)(41 – 123 mm (1 5/8 – 4 7/
Additional information85LCD screen indicators A Battery remaining indicatorB Flash mode/red eye reduction/white balance/AF illuminator indicatorC Date
86A Battery remaining indicatorB White balance indicatorC Picture effect indicatorD Recording mode indicatorE Image size indicatorF Recording time (ma
Additional information87A Protect/print mark indicatorB Zoom scaling indicatorC File nameD Recording mode indicatorE Image size indicatorF Image numbe
88Notes on Using BatteriesWhen operating the camera with size AA alkaline batteries, set POWER SAVE in the SET UP screen to ON. This increases the bat
Additional information89IndexAAdjusting the exposure ... 53AF lock ...19Auto power-off function . 11Auto red-eye reduction...
Getting started9 A FinderSelf-timer/recording lamp (red)AE/AF lock lamp (green)/CHG (flash charge/battery charge) lamp (orange) (24)B MENU button (40
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