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Adjusting the exposure
(EXPOSURE)
(EXPOSURE)
1
Set the MODE selector to
MOVIE or STILL.
MOVIE or STILL.
2
Select [CAMERA] and then
[EXPOSURE] from the menu.
[EXPOSURE] from the menu.
3
Select the desired exposure
value.
Adjust the exposure value while
checking the brightness of the
background. You can select values
ranging from +2.0 EV to –2.0 EV
in steps of 1/3 EV.
value.
Adjust the exposure value while
checking the brightness of the
background. You can select values
ranging from +2.0 EV to –2.0 EV
in steps of 1/3 EV.
Note
The exposure may not be adjusted properly
when the subject is extremely bright or dark,
or when using the flash.
The exposure may not be adjusted properly
when the subject is extremely bright or dark,
or when using the flash.
Adjusting the white balance
(WHITE BALANCE)
(WHITE BALANCE)
Normally the white balance is
automatically adjusted.
automatically adjusted.
1
Set the MODE selector to
MOVIE or STILL.
MOVIE or STILL.
2
Select [CAMERA] and then
[WHITE BALANCE] from the
menu.
[WHITE BALANCE] from the
menu.
3
Select the desired white
balance setting.
balance setting.
IN DOOR (n)
• Places where the lighting
• Places where the lighting
condition changes quickly
• Under bright lighting such as
photography studios
• Under sodium or mercury lamps
OUT DOOR (
)
Recording a sunrise/sunset, night
scene, neon signs, or fireworks
scene, neon signs, or fireworks
HOLD
Recording a single-colored subject
or background
Recording a single-colored subject
or background
AUTO (No indicator)
Adjusts the white balance
automatically
Adjusts the white balance
automatically
To reactivate auto adjustment
Select [AUTO] in step 3.
Note
Select [AUTO] when recording under
fluorescent lighting.
Select [AUTO] when recording under
fluorescent lighting.
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Recording the date and time
on the still image (DATE/
TIME)
on the still image (DATE/
TIME)
1
Set the MODE selector to
STILL.
STILL.
2
Select [EFFECT] and then
[DATE/TIME] from the menu.
[DATE/TIME] from the menu.
3
Select the date and time
setting.
setting.
DAY&TIME
The date, hour and minutes are
imposed onto the image.
The date, hour and minutes are
imposed onto the image.
DATE
The year, month and day are
imposed onto the image.
The year, month and day are
imposed onto the image.
OFF
The date and time are not imposed
onto the image.
The date and time are not imposed
onto the image.
4
Record the image.
The date and time are not
displayed during recording.
The date and time are displayed
when playing back images.
The date and time are not
displayed during recording.
The date and time are displayed
when playing back images.
Enjoying picture effects
(P.EFFECT)
(P.EFFECT)
1
Set the MODE selector to
MOVIE or STILL.
MOVIE or STILL.
2
Select [EFFECT] and then
[P.EFFECT] from the menu.
[P.EFFECT] from the menu.
3
Select the desired mode.
SOLARIZE
The light contrast is clearer and the
picture looks like an illustration.
The light contrast is clearer and the
picture looks like an illustration.
B&W
and white).
SEPIA
The picture is colored like an old
picture.
NEG.ART
The color and brightness of the
picture are reversed.
The color and brightness of the
picture are reversed.
To cancel picture effect
Select [OFF] in step 3.
The picture is monochrome (black
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B Various playback
Playing back six images at
once (INDEX)
once (INDEX)
1
Set the MODE selector to
PLAY.
PLAY.
2
Select [INDEX] on the LCD
screen.
Six images are displayed at once
(index screen).
screen.
Six images are displayed at once
(index screen).
The following marks are displayed
on each image according to the
image type and settings.
on each image according to the
image type and settings.
: Moving image file
: Voice memo file
: E-mail file
: Print mark
: Voice memo file
: E-mail file
: Print mark
-
: Protect mark
TEXT: Text mark
TIFF: TIFF mark
(No mark): Normal recording (no
settings)
TIFF: TIFF mark
(No mark): Normal recording (no
settings)
This shows the position of the
currently displayed images relative
to all the recorded images.
currently displayed images relative
to all the recorded images.
To display the next (previous) index
screen
screen
Select v/V at the lower left of the LCD
screen.
screen.
To return to normal playback (single
image)
• Select the desired image with the
image)
• Select the desired image with the
control button.
• Select [3] (RETURN).
Note
You cannot display images recorded in
TEXT mode on the INDEX screen.
You cannot display images recorded in
TEXT mode on the INDEX screen.
Displays the previous
index screen
index screen
Displays the next index
screen
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Enlarging a part of the still
image (Zoom and trimming)
image (Zoom and trimming)
1
Set the MODE selector to
PLAY.
PLAY.
2
Display the image to be
enlarged.
enlarged.
3
Zoom in/out the image with
the zoom button.
The zoom scaling indicator
appears on the LCD screen.
the zoom button.
The zoom scaling indicator
appears on the LCD screen.
4
Press the control button
repeatedly to select the
desired part of the image.
v: The image moves downward
V: The image moves upward
b: The image moves rightward
B: The image moves leftward
repeatedly to select the
desired part of the image.
v: The image moves downward
V: The image moves upward
b: The image moves rightward
B: The image moves leftward
To return to the normal size
Zoom in with the zoom button until the
zoom scaling indicator (
zoom scaling indicator (
×
1.1)
disappears from the screen, or simply
press z.
press z.
To record an enlarged image
(trimming)
(trimming)
1
Enlarge the image.
2
Press the shutter button. The image
is recorded at 640
×
480 size, then the
display returns to the image display
before enlargement.
before enlargement.
Notes
• You cannot trim images recorded in TEXT
• You cannot trim images recorded in TEXT
mode or uncompressed images.
• The maximum zoom magnification is 5
×
the original image, regardless of the image
size.
size.
• The picture quality of trimmed images
may deteriorate.
• The original picture remains even after
trimming.
• The trimmed image is recorded as the
newest file.
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Note
The [INTERVAL] setting time is
approximate, and may vary depending on
the played back image size or other factors.
The [INTERVAL] setting time is
approximate, and may vary depending on
the played back image size or other factors.
Viewing images on a TV
screen
screen
Before connecting your camera, be
sure to turn off the TV.
sure to turn off the TV.
1
Connect the A/V connecting
cable to the A/V OUT jack of
your camera and to the
audio/video input jacks of the
TV.
If your TV has stereo type audio
input jacks, connect the audio plug
of the A/V connecting cable to the
Lch jack.
cable to the A/V OUT jack of
your camera and to the
audio/video input jacks of the
TV.
If your TV has stereo type audio
input jacks, connect the audio plug
of the A/V connecting cable to the
Lch jack.
2
Turn on the TV, then start
playback on your camera.
The playback image appears on
the TV screen.
playback on your camera.
The playback image appears on
the TV screen.
Note
You cannot use a TV that has an antenna
(aerial) connector only.
You cannot use a TV that has an antenna
(aerial) connector only.
to A/V OUT jack
Set the TV/VIDEO
switch to “VIDEO.”
switch to “VIDEO.”
A/V connecting cable
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Rotating a still image
(ROTATE)
(ROTATE)
1
Set the MODE selector to
PLAY.
PLAY.
2
Display the image to rotate.
3
Select [FILE] and then
[ROTATE] from the menu.
[ROTATE] from the menu.
4
Rotate the image clockwise
or counterclockwise
,
then select [RETURN].
Notes
• You may not be able to rotate protected
• You may not be able to rotate protected
images or images recorded with other
equipment.
equipment.
• Also, when viewing images on a personal
computer, the image rotation information
may not be reflected depending on the
application software.
may not be reflected depending on the
application software.
• You cannot rotate protected or
uncompressed images, or images recorded
in TEXT mode.
in TEXT mode.
Playing back the images in
order (SLIDE SHOW)
order (SLIDE SHOW)
This function is useful for checking the
recorded images or for presentations,
etc.
recorded images or for presentations,
etc.
1
Set the MODE selector to
PLAY.
PLAY.
2
Select [FILE] and then [SLIDE
SHOW] from the menu.
Set the following items.
SHOW] from the menu.
Set the following items.
INTERVAL
1 MIN (one minute), 30 SEC
(30 seconds), 10 SEC
(10 seconds), 5 SEC (5 seconds),
3 SEC (3 seconds)
1 MIN (one minute), 30 SEC
(30 seconds), 10 SEC
(10 seconds), 5 SEC (5 seconds),
3 SEC (3 seconds)
REPEAT
ON: Plays back images in a
ON: Plays back images in a
continuous loop until
[RETURN] is selected.
[RETURN] is selected.
OFF: After all images have been
played back, the slide show
ends.
ends.
3
Select [START] with the
control button.
The slide show begins.
control button.
The slide show begins.
To cancel the slide show
Select [CANCEL] in step 2 or 3.
To skip to the next/previous image
during slide show playback
during slide show playback
Select
"b
/
B"
at the lower left of the
LCD screen.
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B Editing
Preventing accidental erasure
(PROTECT)
(PROTECT)
The - (protect) indicator appears on
protected images.
protected images.
1
Set the MODE selector to
PLAY, then display the image
to protect.
PLAY, then display the image
to protect.
2
Select [FILE], [PROTECT],
and then [ON] from the menu.
The displayed image is protected
and - appears.
and then [ON] from the menu.
The displayed image is protected
and - appears.
To release protection
Select [OFF] in step 2.
1
Set the MODE selector to
PLAY, then display the INDEX
screen.
PLAY, then display the INDEX
screen.
2
Select [FILE], [PROTECT],
and then [ALL] or [SELECT]
from the menu.
and then [ALL] or [SELECT]
from the menu.
3
When you select [ALL]
Select [ON].
All the images recorded in
“Memory Stick” are protected.
Select [ON].
All the images recorded in
“Memory Stick” are protected.
When you select [SELECT]
Select all the images to protect
with the control button, then select
[ENTER].
Select all the images to protect
with the control button, then select
[ENTER].
In single mode
In INDEX mode
The selected images are protected.
To release protection
If you selected [ALL] in step 2, select
[OFF]. If you selected [SELECT] in
step 2, select the images to unprotect
with the control button, then select
[ENTER].
[OFF]. If you selected [SELECT] in
step 2, select the images to unprotect
with the control button, then select
[ENTER].
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Deleting images (DELETE)
You cannot delete protected files.
1
Set the MODE selector to
PLAY, then display the image
to delete.
PLAY, then display the image
to delete.
2
Select [DELETE] and then
[OK] from the menu.
The image is deleted.
[OK] from the menu.
The image is deleted.
1
Set the MODE selector to
PLAY, then display the INDEX
screen.
PLAY, then display the INDEX
screen.
2
Select [DELETE] and then
[ALL] or [SELECT] from the
menu.
[ALL] or [SELECT] from the
menu.
3
When you select [ALL]
Select [ENTER].
All unprotected images are
deleted.
Select [ENTER].
All unprotected images are
deleted.
When you select [SELECT]
Select all the images to delete with
the control button, then select
[ENTER].
Select all the images to delete with
the control button, then select
[ENTER].
In single mode
In INDEX mode
The
(delete) indicator appears
on the selected images and these
images are deleted.
images are deleted.
To cancel deleting
Select [CANCEL] in step 2 or 3.
Note
If there are files on the “Memory Stick” with
names having the same last 4 digits as the
file name of the image to be deleted, these
files are also deleted at the same time.
If there are files on the “Memory Stick” with
names having the same last 4 digits as the
file name of the image to be deleted, these
files are also deleted at the same time.
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Changing the recorded still
image size (RESIZE)
image size (RESIZE)
1
Set the MODE selector to
PLAY and display the image
to resize.
PLAY and display the image
to resize.
2
Select [TOOL] and then
[RESIZE] from the menu.
[RESIZE] from the menu.
3
Select the desired image
size.
2048
size.
2048
×
1536, 1600
×
1200,
1280 960, 640
×
480
The changed image is recorded,
then the display returns to the
image display before resizing.
then the display returns to the
image display before resizing.
To return to the original size
Select [CANCEL] in step 3.
Notes
• You cannot change the size of images
• You cannot change the size of images
recorded in TEXT mode or uncompressed
images.
images.
• When you change from a small size to a
large size, the picture quality deteriorates.
• The original image is retained even after
resizing.
• The resized image is recorded as the
newest file.
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Copying images (COPY)
You can copy images to another
“Memory Stick.”
“Memory Stick.”
1
Set the MODE selector to
PLAY, then display the image
to copy.
PLAY, then display the image
to copy.
2
Select [TOOL], [COPY], and
then [OK] from the menu.
“FILE ACCESS” appears.
then [OK] from the menu.
“FILE ACCESS” appears.
3
When “CHANGE MEMORY
STICK” appears, eject the
“Memory Stick.”
“INSERT MEMORY STICK”
appears.
STICK” appears, eject the
“Memory Stick.”
“INSERT MEMORY STICK”
appears.
4
Insert the “Memory Stick” on
which to copy the image.
“RECORDING” appears. When
copying is completed,
“COMPLETE” appears.
To end copying, select [EXIT].
which to copy the image.
“RECORDING” appears. When
copying is completed,
“COMPLETE” appears.
To end copying, select [EXIT].
To copy the image to another “Memory
Stick”
Stick”
Select [CONTINUE] after step 4 and
insert a new “Memory Stick.”
insert a new “Memory Stick.”
Notes
If you do not select [EXIT] after
“COMPLETE” appears and instead insert a
new “Memory Stick,” the same image is
copied again.
If you do not select [EXIT] after
“COMPLETE” appears and instead insert a
new “Memory Stick,” the same image is
copied again.
In single mode
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Selecting still images to print
(PRINT MARK)
(PRINT MARK)
You can mark a print mark on still
images recorded with your camera.
This mark is convenient when you
have images printed at a shop that
conforms with the DPOF (Digital Print
Order Format) standard.
images recorded with your camera.
This mark is convenient when you
have images printed at a shop that
conforms with the DPOF (Digital Print
Order Format) standard.
1
Set the MODE selector to
PLAY and display the image
you want to print.
PLAY and display the image
you want to print.
2
Select [FILE], [PRINT MARK],
and then [ON] from the menu.
The
and then [ON] from the menu.
The
(print)
mark
is
displayed
on the image.
To unmark the print mark
Select [OFF] in step 2.
1
Set the MODE selector to
PLAY, then display the INDEX
screen.
PLAY, then display the INDEX
screen.
2
Select [FILE], [PRINT MARK],
and then [SELECT] from the
menu.
and then [SELECT] from the
menu.
3
Select the images to mark
with the control button.
with the control button.
In single mode
In INDEX mode
4
Select [ENTER].
of the selected images change
from green to white.
To unmark selected print marks
Select the images to unmark in step 3
with the control button, then select
[ENTER].
with the control button, then select
[ENTER].
To unmark all the print marks
Select [FILE], [PRINT MARK],
[ALL] and then [OFF] from the menu.
[ALL] and then [OFF] from the menu.
of all images are unmarked.
Notes
• You cannot mark moving images or
• You cannot mark moving images or
images recorded in TEXT mode.
• If you mark an image recorded in TIFF
mode with a print mark, only the
uncompressed image is printed, and the
JPEG image recorded at the same time is
not printed.
uncompressed image is printed, and the
JPEG image recorded at the same time is
not printed.
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1
Set the MODE selector to
PLAY, then display the INDEX
screen.
PLAY, then display the INDEX
screen.
2
Select [TOOL], [COPY], and
then [SELECT] from the
menu.
then [SELECT] from the
menu.
3
Select the image to copy.
The
The
(select) indicator appears
on the image.
4
Select [ENTER].
“MEMORY STICK ACCESS”
appears.
“MEMORY STICK ACCESS”
appears.
5
When “CHANGE MEMORY
STICK” is displayed, eject the
“Memory Stick.”
“INSERT MEMORY STICK”
appears.
STICK” is displayed, eject the
“Memory Stick.”
“INSERT MEMORY STICK”
appears.
6
Insert another “Memory
Stick.”
“RECORDING” appears. When
copying is completed,
“COMPLETE” appears.
To end copying, select [EXIT].
Stick.”
“RECORDING” appears. When
copying is completed,
“COMPLETE” appears.
To end copying, select [EXIT].
To copy the image to another “Memory
Stick”
Stick”
Select [CONTINUE] after step 6 and
insert a new “Memory Stick.”
insert a new “Memory Stick.”
To cancel copying part-way
Change the MODE selector setting or
turn off the power.
turn off the power.
In INDEX mode
Notes
• If you do not select [EXIT] after
• If you do not select [EXIT] after
“COMPLETE” appears and instead insert
a new “Memory Stick,” the same image is
copied again.
a new “Memory Stick,” the same image is
copied again.
• You cannot copy uncompressed images.
• You cannot copy images that are bigger
• You cannot copy images that are bigger
than 5 MB at once. If “NOT ENOUGH
MEMORY” appears or
MEMORY” appears or
flashes on the
INDEX screen, cancel some images to
copy and try again.
copy and try again.
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Additional information
Precautions
Cleaning the LCD screen
Wipe the screen surface with a cleaning
cloth (not supplied) or a LCD cleaning kit
(not supplied) to remove fingerprints, dust,
etc.
Wipe the screen surface with a cleaning
cloth (not supplied) or a LCD cleaning kit
(not supplied) to remove fingerprints, dust,
etc.
Cleaning the camera surface
Clean the camera surface with a soft cloth
slightly moistened with water, then wipe the
surface dry. Do not use any type of solvent
such as thinner, alcohol or benzene as this
may damage the finish or the casing.
Clean the camera surface with a soft cloth
slightly moistened with water, then wipe the
surface dry. Do not use any type of solvent
such as thinner, alcohol or benzene as this
may damage the finish or the casing.
After using your camera at the
seashore or other dusty locations
Clean your camera carefully. Otherwise, the
salty air may corrode the metal fittings or
dust may enter the inside of your camera,
causing a malfunction.
seashore or other dusty locations
Clean your camera carefully. Otherwise, the
salty air may corrode the metal fittings or
dust may enter the inside of your camera,
causing a malfunction.
Your camera is designed for use between the
temperatures of 32˚F and 104˚F (0˚C and
40˚C). Recording in extremely cold or hot
places that exceed this range is not
recommended.
temperatures of 32˚F and 104˚F (0˚C and
40˚C). Recording in extremely cold or hot
places that exceed this range is not
recommended.
If the camera is brought directly from a cold
to a warm location, or is placed in a very
damp room, moisture may condense inside
or outside the camera. Should this occur, the
camera will not operate properly.
to a warm location, or is placed in a very
damp room, moisture may condense inside
or outside the camera. Should this occur, the
camera will not operate properly.
Moisture condensation occurs
easily when:
• The camera is brought from a cold location
easily when:
• The camera is brought from a cold location
such as a ski slope into a warmly heated
room.
room.
• The camera is taken from an air-
conditioned room or car interior to the hot
outdoors, etc.
outdoors, etc.
How to prevent moisture
condensation
When bringing the camera from a cold place
to a warm place, seal the camera in a plastic
bag and allow it to adapt to conditions at the
new location over a period of time (about an
hour).
condensation
When bringing the camera from a cold place
to a warm place, seal the camera in a plastic
bag and allow it to adapt to conditions at the
new location over a period of time (about an
hour).
If moisture condensation occurs
Turn off the camera and wait about an hour
for the moisture to evaporate. Note that if
you attempt to record with moisture
remaining inside the lens, you will be
unable to record clear images.
Turn off the camera and wait about an hour
for the moisture to evaporate. Note that if
you attempt to record with moisture
remaining inside the lens, you will be
unable to record clear images.
• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet
(mains) when you are not using the unit for
a long time.
a long time.
• To disconnect the power cord (mains lead),
pull it out by the plug. Never pull the
power cord (mains lead) itself.
power cord (mains lead) itself.
• Do not operate the unit with a damaged
cord or if the unit has been dropped or
damaged.
damaged.
• Do not bend the power cord (mains lead)
forcibly, or place a heavy object on it. This
will damage the cord and may cause fire or
electrical shock.
will damage the cord and may cause fire or
electrical shock.
• Prevent metallic objects from coming into
contact with the metal parts of the
connecting section. If this happens, a short
may occur and the unit may be damaged.
connecting section. If this happens, a short
may occur and the unit may be damaged.
• Always keep metal contacts clean.
• Do not disassemble the unit.
• Do not apply mechanical shock or drop the
• Do not disassemble the unit.
• Do not apply mechanical shock or drop the
unit.
• While the unit is in use, particularly during
charging, keep it away from AM receivers
and video equipment. AM reception and
video operation are disturbed.
and video equipment. AM reception and
video operation are disturbed.
• The unit becomes warm during use. This is
not a malfunction.
• Do not place the unit in locations that are:
— Extremely hot or cold
— Dusty or dirty
— Very humid
— Vibrating
— Dusty or dirty
— Very humid
— Vibrating
On cleaning
Note on operating
temperature
temperature
On moisture condensation
On AC power adaptor
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• Use only the specified charger with the
charging function.
• To prevent accident from a short circuit, do
not allow metal objects to come into
contact with the battery terminals.
contact with the battery terminals.
• Keep the battery pack away from fire.
• Never expose the battery pack to
• Never expose the battery pack to
temperatures above 140˚F (60˚C), such as
in a car parked in the sun or under direct
sunlight.
in a car parked in the sun or under direct
sunlight.
• Keep the battery pack dry.
• Do not expose the battery pack to any
• Do not expose the battery pack to any
mechanical shock.
• Do not disassemble nor modify the battery
pack.
• Install the battery pack to the camera
securely.
• Charging while some capacity remains
does not affect the original battery
capacity.
capacity.
If any problem occurs, unplug your camera
and contact your nearest Sony dealer.
and contact your nearest Sony dealer.
This camera has an internal rechargeable
button battery for maintaining the date and
time and other settings regardless of
whether the power is on or off. This
rechargeable button battery is constantly
charged as long as you are using the camera.
However, if you use the camera for only
short periods it discharges gradually, and if
you do not use the camera at all for about
half a year it becomes completely
discharged. In this case, be sure to charge
this rechargeable button battery before using
the camera.
However, even if this rechargeable button
battery is not charged, you can still use the
camera as long as you do not record the date
and time.
button battery for maintaining the date and
time and other settings regardless of
whether the power is on or off. This
rechargeable button battery is constantly
charged as long as you are using the camera.
However, if you use the camera for only
short periods it discharges gradually, and if
you do not use the camera at all for about
half a year it becomes completely
discharged. In this case, be sure to charge
this rechargeable button battery before using
the camera.
However, even if this rechargeable button
battery is not charged, you can still use the
camera as long as you do not record the date
and time.
Charging method
Connect the camera to a wall outlet (mains)
with the AC power adaptor, or install a
charged battery pack, and leave the camera
for 24 hours or more with the POWER
switch set to OFF.
Connect the camera to a wall outlet (mains)
with the AC power adaptor, or install a
charged battery pack, and leave the camera
for 24 hours or more with the POWER
switch set to OFF.
On “Memory Sticks”
“Memory Stick” is a new compact, portable
and versatile IC recording medium with a
data capacity that exceeds a floppy disk.
“Memory Stick” is specially designed for
exchanging and sharing digital data among
“Memory Stick” compatible products.
Because it is removable, “Memory Stick”
can also be used for external data storage.
and versatile IC recording medium with a
data capacity that exceeds a floppy disk.
“Memory Stick” is specially designed for
exchanging and sharing digital data among
“Memory Stick” compatible products.
Because it is removable, “Memory Stick”
can also be used for external data storage.
There are two types of “Memory Sticks”:
general “Memory Sticks” and “MagicGate
Memory Sticks” that are equipped with the
MagicGate* copyright protection
technology.
You can use both types of “Memory Stick”
with your camera. However, because your
camera does not support the MagicGate
standards, data recorded with your camera is
not subject to MagicGate copyright
protection.
general “Memory Sticks” and “MagicGate
Memory Sticks” that are equipped with the
MagicGate* copyright protection
technology.
You can use both types of “Memory Stick”
with your camera. However, because your
camera does not support the MagicGate
standards, data recorded with your camera is
not subject to MagicGate copyright
protection.
∗
MagicGate is copyright protection
technology that uses encryption
technology.
technology that uses encryption
technology.
Notes
• Do not remove the “Memory Stick” while
• Do not remove the “Memory Stick” while
reading or writing data.
• Data may be damaged if:
— you remove the “Memory Stick” or turn
off your camera while reading or
writing data.
writing data.
— you use the “Memory Stick” in a
location subject to the effects of static
electricity or noise.
electricity or noise.
• Do not attach any other material than the
supplied label on the labeling position.
• Attach the label so that it does not stick out
from the proper attachment location.
• When you carry or store the “Memory
Stick,” put it in its supplied case.
• Do not touch the terminals of a “Memory
Stick” with your hand or a metal object.
• Do not strike, bend or drop the “Memory
Stick.”
• Do not disassemble or modify the
“Memory Stick.”
• Do not allow the “Memory Stick” to get
wet.
On battery pack
On internal rechargeable
button battery
button battery
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“Memory Stick”, ,
“MagicGate
Memory Stick” and
are trademarks of
Sony Corporation.
“MagicGate” and
are
trademarks of Sony Corporation.
Using your camera abroad
Power sources
You can use your camera in any
country or area with the supplied
battery charger within 100 V to 240 V
AC, 50/60 Hz. Use the supplied AC
power adaptor [a], if necessary,
depending on the design of the wall
outlet (mains) [b].
country or area with the supplied
battery charger within 100 V to 240 V
AC, 50/60 Hz. Use the supplied AC
power adaptor [a], if necessary,
depending on the design of the wall
outlet (mains) [b].
Watching the playback picture on
TV
TV
If you want to view the playback
picture on a TV, you need a TV having
a video input jack and a video
connecting cable.
The color system of the TV must be
the same as that of your digital still
camera. TV color systems differ from
country to country. Check the
following list:
picture on a TV, you need a TV having
a video input jack and a video
connecting cable.
The color system of the TV must be
the same as that of your digital still
camera. TV color systems differ from
country to country. Check the
following list:
NTSC system countries
Bahama Islands, Bolivia, Canada,
Central America, Chile, Columbia,
Ecuador, Jamaica, Japan, Korea,
Mexico, Peru, Surinam, Taiwan, the
Philippines, the U.S.A., Venezuela, etc.
Central America, Chile, Columbia,
Ecuador, Jamaica, Japan, Korea,
Mexico, Peru, Surinam, Taiwan, the
Philippines, the U.S.A., Venezuela, etc.
PAL system countries
Australia, Austria, Belgium, China,
Denmark, Finland, Germany, Great
Britain, Holland, Hong Kong, Italy,
Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand,
Norway, Portugal, Singapore, Spain,
Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, etc.
Denmark, Finland, Germany, Great
Britain, Holland, Hong Kong, Italy,
Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand,
Norway, Portugal, Singapore, Spain,
Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, etc.
PAL-M system country
Brazil
PAL-N system countries
Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay
SECAM system countries
Bulgaria, Czech Republic, France,
Guiana, Hungary, Iran, Iraq, Monaco,
Poland, Russia, Slovak Republic,
Ukraine, etc.
Guiana, Hungary, Iran, Iraq, Monaco,
Poland, Russia, Slovak Republic,
Ukraine, etc.
AC-L10
Additional inf
ormation
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Troubleshooting
If you experience trouble with your camera, first check the following items. Should
your camera still not operate properly after you have made these checks, consult your
Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. If code displays (C:ss:ss)
appear on the LCD screen, the self-diagnosis display function is working (page 62).
your camera still not operate properly after you have made these checks, consult your
Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. If code displays (C:ss:ss)
appear on the LCD screen, the self-diagnosis display function is working (page 62).
Symptom
Cause and/or Solution
Your camera does not
work.
work.
• You are not using an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack.
t
Use an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (page 8).
• The battery level is low (the E indicator appears
on the LCD screen).
t
t
Charge the battery pack (page 9).
• The AC power adaptor is not connected securely.
t
Connect it firmly to the DC IN jack of your
camera and a wall outlet (mains) (page 12).
camera and a wall outlet (mains) (page 12).
• The built-in microcomputer is not working
properly.
t
t
Disconnect and then reconnect all power
sources after one minute. Then turn the power
on by sliding the POWER switch down and
check that the camera works properly.
sources after one minute. Then turn the power
on by sliding the POWER switch down and
check that the camera works properly.
Your camera cannot
record images.
record images.
• The MODE selector is set to PLAY.
t
Set it to MOVIE or STILL (pages 16, 21).
• No “Memory Stick” has been inserted into your
camera.
t
t
Insert a “Memory Stick” (page 15).
• The write-protect tab on the “Memory Stick” is set
to LOCK.
t
t
Set it to the recording position.
The picture is out of focus.
• Your camera is not in macro recording mode when
you shoot a subject that is about 1 5/8 to
9 7/8 inches (4 to 25 cm) away from the lens.
t
9 7/8 inches (4 to 25 cm) away from the lens.
t
Set the macro recording mode (page 41).
t
Press the zoom button to set to the W side.
The resizing function does
not work.
not work.
• You cannot resize moving images and text images.
You cannot display a print
mark.
mark.
• You cannot display print marks on moving images
and text images.
The picture is noisy.
• Your camera is placed near a TV or other
equipment that uses strong magnets.
t
t
Move your camera away from the TV, etc.
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The picture is too dark.
• You are shooting a subject with a light source
behind the subject.
t
t
Adjust the exposure (page 43).
t
Adjust the brightness of the LCD screen (page
36).
36).
The flash does not work.
• The flash is set to
.
t
Set the flash to auto (no indicator),
or
(page 20).
• PROGRAM AE is set to the Twilight, Twilight
plus, or Panfocus mode.
t
t
Cancel the mode (page 42) or set the flash to
.
• The MODE selector is set to MOVIE.
t
Set it to STILL.
The date and time are
recorded incorrectly.
recorded incorrectly.
• The date and time are not set correctly.
t
Set the correct date and time (page 13).
Vertical streaks appear
when you are shooting a
very bright subject.
when you are shooting a
very bright subject.
• The smear phenomenon is happening.
t
This is not a malfunction.
The battery life is short.
• You are recording/playing back images under
extremely cold temperatures.
• The battery pack is not charged enough.
t
Charge the battery pack fully.
• The battery pack is dead.
t
Replace the battery pack with a new one (page
8).
8).
The battery remaining
indicator is incorrect.
indicator is incorrect.
• You have used the camera for a long time in an
extremely hot or an extremely cold location.
• The battery pack is dead.
t
Replace the battery pack with a new one (page
8).
8).
• The battery pack is discharged.
t
Install a charged battery pack (pages 8, 9).
Sufficient battery
remaining indicator is
displayed but the power
runs out soon.
remaining indicator is
displayed but the power
runs out soon.
t
Fully charge the battery pack (page 9).
Symptom
Cause and/or Solution
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