Sony DSC-T7 Instructions d'exploitation

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10Enjoying the cameraBasic techniques for better imagesWhen you press the shutter button halfway down, the camera adjusts the focus automatically (Aut

100Protect...38PTP ...52QQuick Reviewt step 5 in “Read This First”RREC Mode ...

101Trademarks• is a trademark of Sony Corporation.• “Memory Stick”, , “Memory Stick PRO”, , “Memory Stick Duo”, , “Memory Stick PRO Duo”, , “MagicGa

11Enjoying the cameraYou can create various images by adjusting the exposure and the ISO sensitivity. Exposure is the amount of light that the camera

12Adjusting the ISO sensitivityISO is unit of measurement (sensitivity), estimating how much light an image pickup device (equivalent to photo films)

13Enjoying the cameraA digital image is made up of a collection of small dots called pixels.If it contains a large number of pixels, the picture becom

14Identifying partsSee the pages in parentheses for details of operation.CameraA Shutter button (t step 5 in “Read This First”)B Power lamp (t step

15Enjoying the cameraN “Memory Stick Duo” slot (bottom) (t step 3 in “Read This First”)O Access lamp (bottom) (t step 4 in “Read This First”)P Screw

162 Make sure to match the locking screw with the screw groove on the camera, and then turn the locking screw to secure the stand to the camera.C Lock

17Enjoying the cameraIndicators on the screenSee the pages in parentheses for details of operation.When shooting still imagesWhen shooting moviesAB60m

18CDEDisplay IndicationImage size (t step 4 in “Read This First”)FINE STD Image quality (33)Recording folder (49)Remaining “Memory Stick” capacity (2

19Enjoying the cameraWhen playing back still imagesWhen playing back moviesABC60minC:32:00101VGA1.3M10112/12+2.0EVF3.5500VOLUMEBACK/NEXT1234560min1234

2To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIESLithium-Ion batteries are recyclable.You c

20DEDisplay IndicationDo not disconnect the USB cable (71)+2.0EV EV level value (29)ISO number (33)Metering mode (32)FlashWhite balance (32)500 Shutte

21Enjoying the cameraChanging the screen displayEach time you press the (Display on/off) button, the display changes as follows.• When you set the h

22Number of still images and recording time of moviesThe tables show the approximate number of still images and the length of time for movies that can

23Enjoying the cameraBattery life and number of images that can be recorded/viewedThe tables show the approximate number of images that can be recorde

24Using the mode switchSet the mode switch to the desired function.Still image shooting modes: Auto: Auto adjustment modeAllows easy shooting with the

25Enjoying the cameraScene SelectionFor details t step 5 in “Read This First”For shooting an image appropriately according to the scene condition, a

26Using the menuUsing menu items1 Turn on the power and set the mode switch.Different items are available depending on the position of the mode switch

27For details on the operation t page 26Using the menuMenu itemsThe menu items available vary depending on the mode switch position. Only the availab

28For details on the operation t page 26* The operation is limited according to the Scene mode (page 25).**Available only during enlarged playback.Me

29For details on the operation t page 26Using the menuShooting menuThe default settings are marked with .Select the still image camera mode. t step

3– Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the rec

30For details on the operation t page 26You can change the focus method. Use the menu when it is difficult to get the proper focus in auto focus mode

31Using the menuFor details on the operation t page 26• When you use [Digital Zoom] or [AF Illuminator], priority AF movement is given to subjects in

32For details on the operation t page 26Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the exposure.• For deta

33Using the menuFor details on the operation t page 26Selects a luminous sensitivity with units of ISO. The larger the number, the higher the sensiti

34For details on the operation t page 26On the [Multi Burst]• You can play back images shot with [Multi Burst] using the following procedure.– To pau

35Using the menuFor details on the operation t page 26• BRK (Bracket Step) is not displayed in some Scene modes.Selects the frame interval in the [Mu

36For details on the operation t page 26Adjusts the saturation of the image.Adjusts the contrast of the image.Adjusts the sharpness of the image.See

37For details on the operation t page 26Using the menuViewing menuThe default settings are marked with .Selects the folder containing the image you

38For details on the operation t page 26Protects images against accidental erasure.To protect images in single-image mode1 Display the image you want

39Using the menuFor details on the operation t page 26To cancel the protectionIn single-image modePress z in step 3 or 4 of “To protect images in sin

4Notes on using your cameraTypes of “Memory Stick” that can be usedThe IC recording medium used by this camera is a “Memory Stick Duo”. There are two

40For details on the operation t page 26ImageRepeat1 Select [Interval], [Image] and [Repeat] with v/V/b/B on the control button.2 Select [Start] with

41Using the menuFor details on the operation t page 26Rotates a still image.1 Display the image to be rotated.2 Press MENU to display the menu.3 Sele

42For details on the operation t page 26Example: Cutting a movie numbered 101_0002This section describes an example of dividing a movie numbered 101_

43Using the menuFor details on the operation t page 265 Press z at the desired cutting point.• When you want to adjust the cutting point, select [c/C

44Using the Setup screenUsing Setup itemsYou can change the default settings using the Setup screen.1 Turn on the power.2 Press MENU to display the me

45Using the Setup screenFor details on the operation t page 44 Camera 11The default settings are marked with .Selects the auto focus operation mode.

46For details on the operation t page 44• The maximum zoom scale of smart zoom/precision zoom includes the scale of the optical zoom.• The AF range f

47Using the Setup screenFor details on the operation t page 44The AF illuminator supplies fill light to focus more easily on a subject in dark surrou

48For details on the operation t page 44 Camera 22The default settings are marked with .Enlarges the setting indicator temporarily when you press

49Using the Setup screenFor details on the operation t page 44 Memory Stick ToolThe default settings are marked with .Formats the “Memory Stick Duo”

5• Clean the flash surface before use. The heat of flash emission may cause dirt on the flash surface to become discolored or to stick to the flash su

50For details on the operation t page 44Changes the folder currently used for recording images.1 Select [OK] with v on the control button, then press

51Using the Setup screenFor details on the operation t page 44 Setup 11The default settings are marked with .Selects the brightness of the LCD backl

52For details on the operation t page 44 Setup 22The default settings are marked with .Selects the method used to assign file numbers to images.Sele

53Using the Setup screenFor details on the operation t page 44Sets the date and time.Clock SetOKSelect [OK] with v on the control button, and press z

54Using your computerEnjoying your Windows computerFor details on using a Macintosh computer, refer to “Using your Macintosh computer” (page 66).Copyi

55Using your computerThe following environment is recommended for a computer connected to the camera.Recommended environment for copying imagesOS (pre

56Copying images to your computerThis section describes the process using a Windows computer as an example.You can copy images from the camera to your

57Using your computer1 Insert a “Memory Stick Duo” with recorded images into the camera.2 Insert the sufficiently charged battery pack in the camera,

58Connect the Interface Adaptor (page 15).• With Windows XP, the AutoPlay wizard appears on the desktop.“USB Mode Normal” appears on the screen of the

59Using your computer1 After making a USB connection in Stage 3, click [Copy pictures to a folder on my computer using Microsoft Scanner and Camera Wi

6For full use of the digital still cameraPrepare the camera and shoot in auto adjustment mode“Read This First” (separate volume)1 Prepare the battery

606 Click [Finish].The wizard screen closes.• To continue copying other images, disconnect the USB cable (page 61) and reconnect it. Then follow the p

61Using your computer• When an image with the same file name exists in the copy destination folder, the overwrite confirmation message appears. When y

62x For Windows 98/98SE1 Confirm that the access indicators (page 58) are white.2 Disconnect the USB cable, remove the “Memory Stick Duo”, or turn off

63Using your computerViewing image files stored on a computer with your cameraThis section describes the process using a Windows computer as an exampl

64Using the supplied softwareThis section describes the process using a Windows computer as an example.The supplied CD-ROM contains two software appli

65Using your computer5 Remove the CD-ROM as the shortcut icons of “PicturePackage Menu” and “PicturePackage destination Folder” are displayed after th

66Using your Macintosh computerYou can copy images to your computer and create a video CD using “ImageMixerVCD2” (supplied).OS (pre-installed): Mac OS

67Using your computerTo disconnect the USB cable/ remove the “Memory Stick Duo”/ turn off the cameraDrag and drop the drive icon or the icon of the “M

68Printing still imagesHow to print still imagesPrinting directly using a PictBridge compliant printer (page 69)You can print images by connecting the

69Printing still imagesPrinting images directly using a PictBridge compliant printerEven if you do not have a computer, you can print images shot usin

7Table of contentsNotes on using your camera ...4Basic techniques for better images

70Connect the Interface Adaptor (page 15).Turn on your camera and the printer.After the connection is made, the indicator appearsThe camera is set to

71Printing still images[This image]Prints a displayed image.• If you select [This image] and set [Index] to [On] in step 2, you can print a set of the

72[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. (Repe

73Printing still imagesPrinting at a shopYou can take a “Memory Stick Duo” containing images shot with your camera to a photo printing service shop. A

741 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]

75Connecting your camera to your TVConnecting your camera to your TVViewing images on a TV screenYou can view images on a TV screen by connecting the

76On TV color systemsIf you want to view images on a TV screen, you need a TV with a video input jack and the A/V cable (supplied). The color system o

77TroubleshootingTroubleshootingTroubleshootingIf you experience trouble with your camera or accessory, try the following solutions.1 Check the items

78The battery pack cannot be installed.• As you insert the battery pack, use the tip of the battery pack to push the battery eject lever toward the to

79TroubleshootingYour camera cannot record images.• Check the free capacity of the “Memory Stick Duo” (page 22). If it is full, do one of the followin

8Viewing menu ... 37 (Folder)- (Protect)DPOF (Print) (Slide) (Re

80Smart zoom does not function.• Set [Digital Zoom] to [Smart] (page 45).• This function cannot be used when:– The image size is set to [5M] or [3:2].

81TroubleshootingThe image colors are not correct.• Picture Effect function is activated. Cancel the Picture Effect function (page 35).Noise appears i

82Your camera cannot delete an image.• Cancel the protection (page 39).• You are using the “Memory Stick Duo” with the write-protect switch, and the s

83Troubleshooting• Connect the camera directly to your computer without passing through a USB hub or other device (page 58).• The USB driver is not in

84Images once copied to a computer cannot be viewed on the camera.• Copy them to a folder recognized by the camera, such as “101MSDCF” (page 62).• Ope

85TroubleshootingCannot print images.• Check that the camera and the printer are properly connected using the USB cable.• Turn on the printer. For fur

86Your camera does not work.• Use the type of battery pack you can use with this camera (page 92).• The battery level is low (The E indicator appears)

87TroubleshootingWarning indicators and messagesIf a code starting with a letter of the alphabet appears, your camera has a self-diagnosis display. Th

88Memory Stick locked• You are using the “Memory Stick Duo” with the write-protect switch, and the switch is set to the LOCK position. Set the switch

89TroubleshootingEnable printer to connect• [USB Connect] is set to [PictBridge], however the camera is connected to a non-PictBridge compliant device

9Enjoying your Windows computer ...54Copying images to your computer...

90OthersOn the “Memory Stick”A “Memory Stick” is a compact, portable IC recording medium. The types of “Memory Stick” that can be used with this camer

91Others• Do not leave the “Memory Stick Duo” within the reach of small children. They might accidentally swallow it.• Do not use or store the “Memory

92On the “InfoLITHIUM” battery packThis camera requires an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (E type).What is an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack?An “InfoLITHIUM”

93OthersOn the battery chargerx On the battery charger• Do not charge any other battery pack except Sony “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack in the battery cha

94Precautionsx Do not leave the camera in the following places• In an extremely hot placeIn places such as in a car parked in the sun, the camera body

95Othersx On the internal rechargeable batteryThis camera has an internal rechargeable battery for maintaining the date and time and other settings re

96SpecificationsCamera[System]Image device 7.17 mm (1/2.5 type) color CCD, Primary color filterTotal pixel number of cameraApprox. 5 255 000 pixelsEff

97OthersBC-CS3 battery chargerPower requirementsAC 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 3.2 WOutput voltage DC 4.2 V, 500 mAOperating temperature0°C to +40°C (+32°

98IndexIndexAA/V cable...75AC Adaptor...15t step 1 in “Read This First”AC plug adaptort step 1 in “

99IndexFocus.........10, 30Focus preset .......30Folder.........37Changing ...