Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 Handbook
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- Page 1 Cyber-shot Handbook DSC-W370 © 2010 Sony Corporation 4-176-667-12(1)
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Page 2: How To Use This Handbook
How to use this handbook Click on a button at upper right to jump to the corresponding page. This is convenient when searching for a function you want to view. Marks and notations used in this handbook Search for information by function. Search for information by operation. -
Page 3: Notes On Using The Camera
Notes on using the camera Notes on the types of memory card that you can use (sold separately) The following memory cards are compatible with this camera: “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media, “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” media, “Memory Stick Duo” media, SD memory card and SDHC memory card. - Page 4 On moisture condensation • If the camera is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, moisture may condense inside or outside the camera. This moisture condensation may cause a malfunction of the camera. • If moisture condensation occurs, turn off the camera and wait about an hour for the moisture to evaporate.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Notes on using the camera How to use this handbook····································· 2 Notes on using the camera ··································· 3 Operation Search ·················································· 8 MENU/Settings Search ······································· 10 Identifying parts··················································· 14 List of icons displayed on the screen ·················· 15 Using the mode dial ············································... - Page 6 MENU (Shooting) MENU items (Shooting) ······································ 10 MENU (Viewing) MENU items (Viewing) ········································ 11 Settings Setting items ······················································· 12 Viewing images on a TV ····································· 96 Computer Using with your computer·································· 100 Using the software ············································ 101 Connecting the camera to the computer···············103 Uploading images to a media service ···················105 Printing Printing still images ···········································...
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Page 8: Operation Search
Operation Search Leaving the settings to the camera Shooting portraits Shooting panoramic images Shooting best shots of your pet Shooting moving objects Shooting without blur Shooting with backlight Shooting in dark places Intelligent Auto Adjustment Scene Selection ··················································· 25 Scene Recognition ··············································... - Page 9 Adjusting exposure Changing focus position Changing image size Deleting images Displaying enlarged images Editing images Playing back a series of images in order Shooting/Viewing with easy-to-see indicators Printing images with the date Changing date and time settings Initializing settings Printing images Viewing on TVs ············································································...
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Page 10: Menu/Settings Search
MENU/Settings Search MENU items (Shooting) You can select the various shooting functions easily from the MENU button. 1 Press the ON/OFF (Power) button and set the camera to shooting mode. 2 Press the MENU button to display the MENU screen. 3 Select the desired menu item with v/V/b/B on the control button. -
Page 11: Menu Items (Viewing)
MENU items (Viewing) You can select the various viewing functions easily from the MENU button. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 Press the MENU button to display the MENU screen. 3 Select the desired menu item with v/V/b/B on the control button. -
Page 12: Setting Items
Setting items You can change the settings on the 1 Press the MENU button to display the MENU screen. 2 Select (Settings) with V on the control button, then press z on the center of the control button to display the setup screen. 3 Select the desired item with v/V/b/B, then press z. -
Page 13: Clock Settings
Categories Clock Settings Notes • [Shooting Settings] appears only when settings have been entered from shooting mode. • [Memory Card Tool] appears only when a memory card is inserted in the camera, while [Internal Memory Tool] appears only when a memory card is not inserted. Items Area Setting Date &... -
Page 14: Identifying Parts
Identifying parts A ON/OFF (Power) button B Shutter button C Flash D Self-timer lamp/Smile Shutter lamp/AF illuminator E Microphone F ON/OFF (Power) lamp G Speaker H Lens I LCD screen (Playback) button (33) K For shooting: W/T (zoom) button (28) For viewing: (Playback zoom) button/ (Index) button (34, 35) -
Page 15: List Of Icons Displayed On The Screen
List of icons displayed on the screen Icons are displayed on the screen to indicate the camera status. You can change the screen display using DISP (Screen Display Settings) on the control button. When shooting still images • The icons are limited in Easy Shooting mode. When shooting movies When playing back Display... - Page 16 Display Indication AE/AF lock ISO400 ISO number NR slow shutter Shutter speed F3.6 Aperture value +2.0EV Exposure Value AF range finder frame indicator Recording a movie/Standby a Standby movie 0:12 Recording time (m:s) 101-0012 Folder-file number 2010 1 1 Recorded date/time of the 9:30 AM playback image Display...
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Page 17: Using The Mode Dial
Using the mode dial Set the mode dial to the desired function. (Movie Mode) (Sweep Panorama) (Program Auto) (Intelligent Auto Adjustment) (Easy Shooting) (Scene Selection) Mode dial Allows you to record movies (page 27). Allows you to shoot a panoramic image after composing images (page 23). -
Page 18: Using The Internal Memory
Using the internal memory The camera has approximately 19 MB of internal memory. This memory is not removable. You can record images on the internal memory when there is no memory card inserted in the camera. Internal memory On image data stored in the internal memory We recommend that you copy (back up) data without error using one of the following methods. -
Page 19: Intelligent Auto Adjustment
Intelligent Auto Adjustment Allows you to shoot still images with the setting adjusted automatically. 1 Set the mode dial to 2 Shoot with the shutter button. Note • Flash mode is set to [Auto] or [Off]. On Scene Recognition Scene Recognition operates in Intelligent Auto Adjustment mode. This function lets the camera automatically recognize the shooting conditions and shoot the image. -
Page 20: Easy Shooting
Easy Shooting Allows you to shoot still images using the minimum necessary functions. The text size increases and indicators become easier to see. 1 Set the mode dial to 2 Shoot with the shutter button. Note • The battery charge is used up more quickly because the screen brightness increases automatically. Functions available in Easy Shooting mode Image Size: MENU t [Image Size] t z on the control button t desired... - Page 21 On Easy Viewing mode When you press the (Playback) button with the mode dial set to the playback screen text becomes larger and easier to see. In addition, only the deletion function becomes available. (Delete) button You can delete the currently displayed image. Select [OK] t z.
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Page 22: Program Auto
Program Auto Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value). Also you can select various settings using the menu. 1 Set the mode dial to (Program Auto). 2 Shoot with the shutter button. -
Page 23: Sweep Panorama
Sweep Panorama Allows you to create a panoramic image from composed images. 1 Set the mode dial to 2 Point the camera at the edge of the subject, then press the shutter button fully down. 3 Pan the camera to the end, following the guidance on the LCD screen. - Page 24 Changing the shooting direction or image size of a panoramic image Shooting Direction: MENU t [Shooting Direction] t select [Right], [Left], [Up] and [Down] t z Image Size: MENU t [Image Size] t select [Standard] or [Wide] t z Tips for shooting a panoramic image Pan the camera in an arc with a constant velocity and in the same direction as the indication on the LCD screen.
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Page 25: Scene Selection
Scene Selection Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene. 1 Set the mode dial to 2 Select the desired mode t z on the control button. If you want to switch to another scene, press the MENU button. (High Sensitivity) Allows you to shoot images without a flash under low light conditions,... -
Page 26: Face Detection
Note • When you shoot images using speed is slower and the images tend to blur. To prevent blurring, the use of a tripod is recommended. Functions you can use in Scene Selection For shooting an image appropriately according to the scene condition, a combination of functions is determined by the camera. -
Page 27: Movie Mode
Movie Mode Allows you to record movies. 1 Set the mode dial to (Movie Mode). 2 Press the shutter button fully down. 3 To stop recording, press the shutter button fully down again. -
Page 28: Zoom
Zoom You can enlarge the image when shooting. The camera’s optical zoom function can enlarge images up to 7×. 1 Press the W/T (zoom) button. Press the T button to zoom in, and the W button to zoom out. • When the zoom scale exceeds 7×, see page 71. Notes •... -
Page 29: Disp (Screen Display Settings)
DISP (Screen Display Settings) 1 Press DISP (Screen Display Settings) on the control button. 2 Select the desired mode with the control button. (Bright + Sets screen brighter and displays only images. Image Only) (Bright + Sets screen brighter and displays the information. -
Page 30: Flash
Flash 1 Press (Flash) on the control button. 2 Select the desired mode with the control button. (Auto) Flash automatically operates in dark locations or when there is backlight. (On) Flash always operates. (Slow Flash always operates. Synchro) The shutter speed is slow in a dark place to clearly shoot the background that is out of flash light. -
Page 31: Smile Shutter
Smile Shutter When the camera detects a smile, the shutter is released automatically. 1 Press (Smile) on the control button. 2 Wait for a smile to be detected. When the smile level exceeds the b point on the indicator, the camera records images automatically. -
Page 32: Self-Timer
Self-Timer 1 Press (Self-Timer) on the control button. 2 Select the desired mode with the control button. (Off) Does not use the self-timer. (10sec) Sets the 10-second delay self-timer. When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes and a beep sounds until the shutter operates. -
Page 33: Viewing Still Images
Viewing still images 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 Select an image with the control button. Viewing images taken with a different camera This camera creates a database file in a memory card and registers every shot image to it for later playback. -
Page 34: Playback Zoom
Playback zoom Plays back the enlarged image. 1 Press (Playback zoom) button during still image playback. The image is enlarged to twice the previous size, at the center of the image. 2 Adjust the position with the control button. 3 Change the zoom scale with W/T (zoom) button. Press button (T) to zoom in, W side to zoom out. -
Page 35: Image Index
Image Index Displays multiple images at the same time. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 Press the (Index) button to display the image index screen. Press the button again to display an index screen with more images. Press the button yet again to view images with the Calendar while playing back in [Date View]. -
Page 36: Delete
Delete Allows you to select unwanted images for deletion. You can also delete images from the MENU button (page 63). 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (Delete) button t desired mode t z on the control button All in Date Range All in This Folder Multiple Images... -
Page 37: Viewing Movies
Viewing movies 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 Select a movie with the control button. 3 Press z. Movie playback starts. Control button Note • You may not be able to play back some images shot using other cameras. Displaying the control panel Displaying the control panel, you can control slow movie playback and adjust the volume. - Page 38 On the movie viewing screen Select the image you want to display using b/B on the control button, and press z. The Playback bar appears, you can check a playback position of a movie. appears on the movie viewing screen. The icon displayed may vary depending on image size and quality.
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Page 39: Shooting Direction
Shooting Direction Sets the direction to pan the camera when you shoot a Sweep Panorama images. 1 MENU t (Shooting Direction) t desired direction (Right) Pan from left to right. (Left) Pan from right to left. (Up) Pan from down to up. (Down) Pan from up to down. -
Page 40: Image Size
Image Size The image size determines the size of the image file that is recorded when you take a image. The larger the image size, the more detail will be reproduced when the image is printed on large- format paper. The smaller the image size, the more images can be recorded. 1 MENU t (Image Size) t desired size When shooting still images... - Page 41 When shooting Sweep Panorama images (Standard) (Vertical: 3424×1920) (Horizontal: 4912×1080) (Wide) (Vertical: 4912×1920) (Horizontal: 7152×1080) When shooting movies The larger the image size, the higher the image quality. The higher the amount of data used per second (average bit-rate), the smoother the playback image. The movies shot with this camera will be recorded in MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, Approx.
- Page 42 Flash In Easy Shooting mode, you can select the Flash setting also from the MENU button. 1 Set the mode dial to 2 MENU t [Flash] t z on the control button 3 Select the desired mode. Auto Flash automatically operates in dark locations or when there is backlight.
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Page 43: Burst Settings
Burst Settings You can select single-image mode or burst mode. 1 MENU t (Burst Settings) t desired mode (Single) Shoots a single image. (Burst) Shoots up to 100 images in succession when you press and hold down the shutter button. Notes •... - Page 44 You can adjust the exposure manually in 1/3 EV steps in a range of –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV. 1 MENU t (EV) t desired EV setting Notes • In Easy Shooting mode, the EV setting cannot be adjusted. • If you shoot a subject in extremely bright or dark conditions, or when you use the flash, the exposure adjustment may not be effective.
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Page 45: High Sensitivity
Sets the luminous sensitivity when the camera is in Program Auto mode. 1 Set the mode dial to (Program Auto). 2 MENU t (ISO) t desired mode (Auto) Sets the ISO sensitivity automatically. You can reduce image blurring in dark locations or moving subjects by increasing ISO sensitivity (select a larger number). -
Page 46: White Balance
White Balance Adjusts color tones according to the surrounding light conditions. Use this function if image color appears unnatural. 1 MENU t (White Balance) t desired mode (Auto) Adjusts the white balance automatically so that the colors appear natural. (Daylight) Adjusts for outdoors conditions on a fine day, evening views, night scenes, neon signs, fireworks, etc. - Page 47 To capture the basic white color in [One Push Set] mode 1 Frame a white object such as a piece of paper filling the screen under the same lighting conditions as you will shoot the subject. 2 MENU t (White Balance) t [One Push Set] t z on the control button The screen momentarily turns black, and when the white balance has been adjusted and stored in the memory, the recording screen is displayed again.
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Page 48: Focus
Focus You can change the focus method. Use the menu when it is difficult to get the proper focus in auto focus mode. AF stands for “Auto Focus,” a function that adjusts the focus automatically. 1 MENU t (Focus) t desired mode (Multi AF) Focuses on a subject in all ranges of the finder frame automatically. - Page 49 Focusing on subjects near the edge of the screen If the subject is out of focus, do as follows: AF range finder frame AE/AF lock indicator 1Recompose the shot so that the subject is centered in the AF range finder, and press the shutter button halfway to focus on the subject (AF lock).
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Page 50: Metering Mode
Metering Mode Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the exposure. 1 MENU t (Metering Mode) t desired mode (Multi) Divides into multiple regions and measures each region. The camera determines a well-balanced exposure (Multi-pattern metering). -
Page 51: Scene Recognition
Scene Recognition In Intelligent Auto Adjustment mode, the camera automatically detects shooting conditions, and then takes the shot. When motion is detected, the ISO sensitivity is increased according to the movement to reduce subject blur (Motion Detection). Example of an image where 1 MENU t (Scene Recognition) t desired mode (Auto) - Page 52 Shooting twice, choosing the best image later - it’s more convenient! (Advanced mode) In [Advanced], when the camera recognizes a difficult-to-shoot scene ( (Twilight Portrait), (Twilight using a tripod), Portrait)), it changes the settings as follows and shoots two images with different effects, allowing you to select the one you like.
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Page 53: Smile Detection Sensitivity
Smile Detection Sensitivity Sets the sensitivity of the Smile Shutter function for detecting smiles. 1 MENU t (Smile Detection Sensitivity) t desired mode (Big Smile) Detects a big smile. (Normal Detects a normal smile. Smile) (Slight Smile) Detects even a slight smile. Notes •... -
Page 54: Face Detection
Face Detection Detects the faces of your subjects and adjusts the focus, flash, exposure, white balance and red- eye reduction settings automatically. Face Detection frame (Orange) When the camera detects more than one subject, the camera will judge which is the main subject and set focus by priority. - Page 55 Registering the priority face (Selected-face Memory) Normally the camera automatically selects the face to focus on according to the [Face Detection] setting, but you can also select and register a face to be given priority. 1Press z on the control button during Face Detection. The leftmost face is registered as the priority face, and the frame changes from 2Each time you press z, the priority face moves one face to the right.
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Page 56: Dro
In Program Auto, the camera analyzes the shooting scene and automatically corrects the brightness and contrast to improve the image quality. DRO stands for “Dynamic Range Optimizer,” a function that automatically optimizes the difference between light and dark parts of an image. 1 Set the mode dial to (Program Auto). - Page 57 Anti Blink When Scene Selection is set to automatically shoots two images consecutively. The camera will select, display and record the image which the eyes are not blinked automatically. 1 Set the mode dial to 2 Select (Soft Snap). 3 MENU t (Anti Blink) t desired mode When Face Detection is active, the Anti Blink function operates so (Auto)
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Page 58: Slideshow
Slideshow Images are automatically played back in succession. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 MENU t (Slideshow) t desired slideshow t z on the control button (Continuous Playback) (Slideshow with music) Continuous Playback 1 Select the desired image for playing with the control button. 2 MENU t (Slideshow) t [Continuous Playback] t z Control button... -
Page 59: Slideshow With Music
Slideshow with music 1 MENU t (Slideshow) t [Slideshow with music] t z on the control button Displays the setting screen. 2 Select a desired setting. 3 [Start] t z 4 Press z to end the slideshow. Notes • You cannot play back panoramic images. •... - Page 60 Interval Sets the screen switching interval. The setting is fixed to [Auto] when [Simple] is not selected as the [Effects]. 1 sec Sets the display interval of images for a [Simple] slideshow. 3 sec 5 sec 10 sec Auto The interval is set to suit the selected [Effects] item. Note •...
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Page 61: View Mode
View Mode Allows you to select the display format for images. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 MENU t (View Mode) t desired mode t z on the control button (Date View) Displays images by the date. (Folder view Displays only still images. -
Page 62: Trimming (Resize)
Retouch Retouches a recorded image and saves it as a new file. The original image is retained. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 MENU t (Retouch) t desired mode t z on the control button 3 Perform retouching according to the operation method in each mode. - Page 63 Delete Allows you to select unwanted images for deletion. You can also delete images using the (Delete) button (page 36). 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 MENU t (Delete) t desired mode t z on the control button 3 [OK] t z (This Image) Deletes the currently displayed image in single-image mode.
- Page 64 Protect Protects recorded images against accidental erasure. mark is displayed for registered images. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 MENU t (Protect) t desired mode t z on the control button (This Image) Protects the currently displayed image in single-image mode. (Multiple You can select and protect multiple images.
- Page 65 DPOF DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is a function that allows you to specify the images of the memory card that you want to print out later. (Print order) mark is displayed for registered images. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 MENU t t desired mode t z on the control button (This Image)
- Page 66 Rotate Rotates a still image. Use this to display a horizontal orientation image in vertical orientation. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 MENU t (Rotate) t z on the control button 3 Rotate the image with [ / ] t b/B. 4 [OK] t z Notes •...
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Page 67: Select Folder
Select Folder When multiple folders are created in a memory card, this selects the folder containing the image you want to play back. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 MENU t (View Mode) t [Folder view (Still)] or [Folder view (Movie)] t z on the control button 3 MENU t (Select Folder) t z... -
Page 68: Af Illuminator
AF Illuminator The AF illuminator supplies fill light to focus more easily on a subject in dark surroundings. The AF illuminator emits red light allowing the camera to focus easily when the shutter button is pressed halfway, until the focus is locked. The 1 Set the camera to shooting mode. -
Page 69: Grid Line
Grid Line With reference to the grid lines, you can easily set a subject in a horizontal/vertical position. 1 Set the camera to shooting mode. 2 MENU t (Settings) t desired mode t z on the control button Displays the grid lines. The grid lines are not recorded. Does not display the grid lines. -
Page 70: Disp. Resolution
Disp. Resolution Selects the display quality on the LCD screen for shooting. 1 Set the camera to shooting mode. 2 MENU t (Settings) t t desired mode t z on the control button Standard Displays a standard-quality image for shooting. High Displays a high-quality image for shooting. -
Page 71: Digital Zoom
Digital Zoom Selects the digital zoom mode. The camera enlarges the image using optical zoom (up to 7×). When the zoom scale is exceeded, the camera uses either smart or precision digital zoom. 1 Set the camera to shooting mode. 2 MENU t (Settings) t desired mode t z on the control button... -
Page 72: Auto Orientation
Auto Orientation When the camera is rotated to shoot a portrait (vertical) image, the camera records its position change and displays the image in the portrait position. 1 Set the camera to shooting mode. 2 MENU t (Settings) t t desired mode t z on the control button Records the image with the correct orientation. - Page 73 Red Eye Reduction The flash strobes two or more times before shooting to reduce the red-eye phenomenon when using the flash. 1 Set the camera to shooting mode. 2 MENU t (Settings) t Reduction] t desired mode t z on the control button Auto When the Face Detection function is activated, the flash strobes automatically to reduce the red-eye phenomenon.
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Page 74: Blink Alert
Blink Alert When an image with the subject’s eyes closed is recorded while Face Detection is activated, the message “Blinked eye detected” is displayed. 1 Set the camera to shooting mode. 2 MENU t (Settings) t desired mode t z on the control button Auto Displays the “Blinked eye detected”... - Page 75 Beep Selects or turns off the sound produced when you operate the camera. 1 MENU t (Settings) t mode t z on the control button Shutter Turns on the shutter sound when you press the shutter button. Turns on the beep/shutter sound when you press the control/shutter High button.
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Page 76: Language Setting
Language Setting Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. 1 MENU t (Settings) t (Main Settings) t [Language Setting] t desired mode t z on the control button... -
Page 77: Function Guide
Function Guide You can select whether or not the function guide is displayed when you operate the camera. 1 MENU t (Settings) t desired mode t z on the control button Displays the function guide. Does not display the function guide. (Main Settings) t [Function Guide] t... -
Page 78: Demo Mode
Demo Mode You can set whether to use a demonstration of the Smile Shutter and Scene Recognition. When there is no need to view a demonstration, set to [Off]. 1 MENU t (Settings) t desired mode t z on the control button Demo Mode1 Demonstrates Scene Recognition mode. -
Page 79: Initialize
Initialize Initializes the setting to the default setting. Even if you execute this function, the images are retained. 1 MENU t (Settings) t (Main Settings) t [Initialize] t [OK] t z on the control button Note • Be sure not to turn off the camera while initializing. -
Page 80: Hdmi Resolution
HDMI Resolution When you connect the camera to an HD (High Definition) TV with HDMI terminals using an HDMI cable (sold separately), you can select HDMI Resolution to output images to the TV. 1 MENU t (Settings) t desired mode t z on the control button Auto Sets the output resolution automatically according to the information of the connected device. -
Page 81: Ctrl For Hdmi
CTRL FOR HDMI This setting allows TV’s remote control of a camera that is connected to a “BRAVIA” Sync TV using an HDMI cable (sold separately). For details on “BRAVIA” Sync, see page 98. 1 MENU t (Settings) t desired mode t z on the control button Allows remote controlled operation. -
Page 82: Video Out
Video Out Sets the video signal output according to the TV color system of the connected video equipment. The TV color systems differ depending on the country and region. To view images on a TV screen, check the TV color system of the country or region of use (page 99). -
Page 83: Usb Connect
USB Connect Selects the USB mode when connecting the camera to a computer or a PictBridge-compliant printer using the dedicated USB cable. 1 MENU t (Settings) t desired mode t z on the control button Auto The camera recognizes automatically and sets up communication with a computer or PictBridge-compliant printer. -
Page 84: Lun Settings
LUN Settings Sets the display method for the recording media displayed on a computer screen or other monitor when the camera is connected with a computer or AV component using a USB connection. 1 MENU t (Settings) t desired mode t z on the control button Multi The images both on the memory card and in the internal memory are displayed. -
Page 85: Download Music
Download Music You can use “Music Transfer” in the CD-ROM (supplied) to change background music tracks. 1 MENU t (Settings) t z on the control button The message “Connect to PC” appears. 2 Make a USB connection between the camera and a computer, then start “Music Transfer”. -
Page 86: Format Music
Format Music You can delete all the background music files stored in the camera. It can be used in cases such as when the background music files are damaged and cannot be played. 1 MENU t (Settings) t t z on the control button Restoring the music preset at the factory to the camera You can use “Music Transfer”... -
Page 87: Power Save
Power Save Sets the length of time until the LCD screen goes dark, and the time until the camera turns off. If you do not operate the camera for a certain period of time while the power is on using the battery pack, the screen goes dark and the camera later turns off automatically to prevent wearing down the battery pack (Auto power-off function). -
Page 88: Format
Format Formats the memory card or the internal memory. When you use a memory card with this camera for the first time, it is recommended to format the card using the camera for stable performance of the memory card before shooting. Note that formatting permanently erases all data on the memory card, and is unrecoverable. -
Page 89: Create Rec.folder
Create REC.Folder Creates a folder in the memory card for recording images. Images are recorded in the newly created folder until you create another folder or select another recording folder. 1 MENU t (Settings) t REC.Folder] t [OK] t z on the control button Notes •... -
Page 90: Change Rec.folder
Change REC.Folder Changes the folder in the memory card that is currently used for recording images. 1 MENU t (Settings) t REC.Folder] 2 Select a folder with b/B on the control button. 3 [OK] t z Notes • This item is not displayed when the internal memory is used to record images. •... -
Page 91: Delete Rec.folder
Delete REC.Folder Deletes a folder for recording images in the memory card. 1 MENU t (Settings) t REC.Folder] 2 Select a folder with b/B on the control button. 3 [OK] t z Notes • This item is not displayed when the internal memory is used to record images. •... - Page 92 Copy Copies all images in the internal memory to a memory card. 1 Insert a memory card with sufficient free capacity into the camera. 2 MENU t (Settings) t t z on the control button Notes • Use a fully charged battery pack. 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.
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Page 93: File Number
File Number Selects the method used to assign file numbers to images. 1 MENU t (Settings) t Memory Tool) t [File Number] t desired mode t z on the control button Series Assigns numbers to files in sequence even if the recording folder or the memory card is changed. -
Page 94: Area Setting
Area Setting Adjusts the time to the local time of a selected area. 1 MENU t (Settings) t desired setting t z on the control button Home You use the camera in your area. When the currently set area differs from your home area, you must make the Area Setting. -
Page 95: Date & Time Setting
Date & Time Setting Sets the date and time again. 1 MENU t (Settings) t t desired setting t z on the control button 2 Set the numeric value and desired settings with v/V/b/B. 3 [OK] t z Date & Time Format You can select the date and time display format. -
Page 96: Viewing Images On A Tv
Viewing images on a TV You can view images on a TV by connecting the camera to a TV. The connection varies according to the type of TV the camera is connected to. Refer also to the operating instructions supplied with the TV. Viewing images by connecting the camera to a TV with the supplied dedicated A/V cable 1 Turn off both the camera and the TV. - Page 97 Viewing an image on a High Definition (HD) TV You can view images recorded on the camera in high picture quality by connecting the camera to a High Definition (HD) TV using the HDMI Cable (sold separately). Refer also to the operating instructions supplied with the TV.
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Page 98: Using "Bravia" Sync
• PhotoTV HD allows for a highly-detailed, photo-like expression of subtle textures and colors. • When the camera is connected to a Sony TV compatible with Video A mode using an HDMI Cable, your TV is automatically set to the picture quality suitable for still images. When the setting of the TV is set to Video, the picture quality is set to those suitable for movies. -
Page 99: On Tv Color Systems
On TV color systems If you want to view images on a TV screen, you need a TV with a video input jack and the dedicated A/V cable. The color system of the TV must match that of the digital still camera. Check the following lists for the TV color system of the country or region where the camera is used. -
Page 100: Using With Your Computer
Using with your computer “PMB” and other applications are contained on the CD-ROM (supplied) to allow more versatile use of images shot with your Cyber-shot camera. Recommended computer environment (Windows) The following computer environment is recommended when using the supplied software “PMB”, “Music Transfer”... -
Page 101: Using The Software
7 Start up the software. • To start up “PMB”, click For the detailed operation method, see the following PMB support page (English only): http://www.sony.co.jp/pmb-se/ or click (PMB Help). • To start up “PMB” from the Start menu, select [Start] t [All Programs] t •... - Page 102 Installing “Music Transfer” (Macintosh) 1 Turn on your Macintosh computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive. 2 Double-click (SONYPMB). 3 Double-click the [MusicTransfer.pkg] file in the [Mac] folder. The installation of the software starts. Notes • “PMB” is not compatible with Macintosh computers. •...
- Page 103 Connecting the camera to the computer 1 Insert a sufficiently charged battery pack into the camera. 2 Turn on the computer, then press 3 Connect the camera to your computer. • When a USB connection is established for the first time, your computer automatically runs a program to recognize the camera.
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Page 104: Deleting The Usb Connection
Deleting the USB connection Perform the procedures from step 1 to 3 below before: • Disconnecting the dedicated USB cable. • Removing a memory card. • Inserting a memory card into the camera after copying images from the internal memory. •... - Page 105 Uploading images to a media service This camera has a built-in application “PMB Portable”. You can use this application to do the following: • You can easily upload images to a blog or other media service. • You can upload images from a computer connected to the Internet even when you are away from home or the office.
- Page 106 • To view a website, you will be redirected to it by the Sony server. There may be times when you cannot access the website because of server maintenance or for other reasons.
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Page 107: Printing Still Images
Printing still images You can print still images using the following methods. • Printing directly using a PictBridge-compliant printer • Printing directly using a printer which supports your memory card type For details, see the operating instructions supplied with the printer. •... -
Page 108: Printing At A Shop
4 MENU t (Print) t desired mode t z on the control button This Image Prints the currently displayed image in single-image mode. Multiple Images You can select and print multiple images. After step 4, perform the following. 1Select an image then press z. Repeat the above steps until there are no more images to be printed. -
Page 109: Troubleshooting
3 Initialize the settings (page 79). 4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Be aware that by sending the camera for repair, you give consent that the contents of the internal memory, music files may be checked. -
Page 110: Shooting Still Images/Movies
The remaining charge indicator is incorrect. • This phenomenon occurs when you use the camera in an extremely hot or cold location. • A discrepancy arose between the remaining charge indicator and the actual remaining battery charge. Fully discharge the battery pack once, then charge it to correct the indication. The indicator may not be accurate depending on the conditions of use. - Page 111 Zoom does not work. • You cannot use the optical zoom when shooting in Sweep Panorama. • You cannot use the Smart zoom depending on the image size (page 71). • You cannot use the digital zoom when: – Shooting movies. –...
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Page 112: Viewing Images
White or purple streaks appear in bright areas of the subject, or the whole screen of the image becomes reddish. • This phenomenon is called smearing. This is not a malfunction. Smearing is not recorded on still images, but is recorded as streaks or uneven colors on Sweep Panorama images or movies. (“Bright areas”... - Page 113 • Check that the computer and the “Memory Stick” media Reader/Writer support “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media. Users of computers and “Memory Stick” media Readers/Writers made by manufacturers other than Sony should contact those manufacturers. • If “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media is not supported, connect the camera to the computer (page 103).
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Page 114: Memory Card
After making a USB connection, “PMB” does not start automatically. • Make the USB connection after the computer is turned on. After making a USB connection, “PMB Portable” does not start. • Set [LUN Settings] to [Multi]. • Set [USB Connect] to [Auto] or [Mass Storage]. •... - Page 115 Printing See “PictBridge-compliant printer” together with the following items. Cannot print an image. • Refer to the operation manual of the printer. Images are printed with both edges cut off. • Depending on your printer, all the edges of the image may be cut off. Especially when you print an image shot with the image size set to [16:9], the lateral end of the image may be cut off.
- Page 116 Cannot insert the date or print images in the index mode. • The printer does not provide these functions. Consult the printer manufacturer as to whether the printer provides these functions or not. • The date may not be inserted in the index mode depending on the printer. Consult the printer manufacturer.
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Page 117: Warning Messages
Warning messages If the following messages appear, follow the instructions. • The battery level is low. Charge the battery pack immediately. Depending on the conditions of use or the type of battery pack, the indicator may flash even though there are still 5 to 10 minutes of remaining battery time left. - Page 118 No images • No images that can be played back have been recorded in the internal memory. • No images that can be played back have been recorded in this folder of the memory card. No still images • The selected folder or date does not contain a file that can be played back in a slideshow. File found which was not recognized •...
- Page 119 1280×720 (Fine) is not supported with this memory card 1280×720 (Standard) is not supported with this memory card • For recording movies, it is recommended that you use a memory card of 1 GB or larger. Turn the power off and on again •...
- Page 120 No internal memory space remaining Delete images? • The internal memory is full. To record to the internal memory, select [Yes] and delete unwanted images. • Unable to register to the database file or play back in [Date View]. Import all the images to a computer using “PMB”...
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Page 121: Memory Stick Duo" Media
“Memory Stick Duo” media A “Memory Stick Duo” media is a compact, portable IC recording medium. The types of “Memory Stick Duo” media that can be used with the camera are listed in the table below. However, proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all “Memory Stick Duo” media functions. “Memory Stick”... - Page 122 Notes on using the “Memory Stick Duo” media Adaptor (sold separately) • To use a “Memory Stick Duo” media with a “Memory Stick” media compliant device, be sure to insert the “Memory Stick Duo” media into a “Memory Stick Duo” media Adaptor. If you insert a “Memory Stick Duo”...
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Page 123: Battery Pack
Battery pack On charging the battery pack We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F). The battery pack may not be effectively charged in temperatures outside this range. Effective use of the battery pack •... -
Page 124: Battery Charger
Battery charger • Only NP-BK type battery packs (and no others) can be charged in the battery charger (supplied). Batteries other than the specified kind may leak, overheat, or explode if you attempt to charge them, posing a risk of injury from electrocution and burns. •... -
Page 125: Index
Index Numerics 1080i ...80 480p/576p ...80 AF Illuminator ...68 AF range finder frame ...48 Anti Blink ...57 Area Setting ...94 Auto Orientation ...72 Battery charger ...124 Battery pack ...123 Beach ...25 Beep ...75 Blink Alert ...74 Burst Settings ...43 Calendar ...61 CD-ROM ...101... - Page 126 Identifying parts ...14 Image Index ...35 Image Size ...40 Initialize ...79 Install ...101 Intelligent Auto Adjustment ...19 Internal memory ...18 ...45 Landscape ...25 Language Setting ...76 LUN Settings ...84 Macintosh computer ...100 Mass Storage ...83 Memory card ...3 “Memory Stick Duo” media ...121 MENU ...10...
- Page 127 Unsharp masking ...62 USB Connect ...83 USB/A/V OUT jack ...96, 103, 107 ...40 Video Out ...82 View Mode ...61 Warning messages ...117 White Balance ...46 Windows computer ...100 Zoom ...28...
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Page 128: Notes On The License
Notes on the License THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER TO (i) ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC STANDARD (“AVC VIDEO”) AND/OR (ii) DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC VIDEO.