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Number of still images and recording time of movies
The number of still images and the length of time available for recording movies may vary,
depending on the shooting conditions and/or the recording media used.
depending on the shooting conditions and/or the recording media used.
• You can select the image size to be used when shooting from the menu (page 20, 21).
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The approximate number of still images
(Units: Images)
• The number of images listed is for when [REC Mode] is set to [Normal].
• When the number of remaining shootable images is greater than 9,999, the “>9999” indicator appears.
• When images recorded using earlier Sony models are played back on this camera, the display may differ
from the actual image size.
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The approximate recording time of movies
(Units: hour : minute : second)
• Movies with the size set to [640(Fine)] can only be recorded on a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”.
• The size of a movie file is limited to approx. 2 GB.
During recording, movie recording stops automatically when the file size of the movie reaches approx.
2 GB.
2 GB.
• This camera does not support HD recordings or playbacks for movies.
Capacity
Size
Internal
memory
“Memory Stick Duo” formatted with this camera
Approx.
31 MB
128 MB
256 MB
512 MB
1 GB
2 GB
4 GB
8 GB
8M
10
40
72
148
302
620
1225
2457
3:2
10
40
72
148
302
620
1225
2457
5M
13
51
92
188
384
789
1559
3127
3M
21
82
148
302
617
1266
2501
5017
VGA
202
790
1428
2904
5928
12154
24014
48166
16:9
33
133
238
484
988
2025
4002
8027
Capacity
Size
Internal
memory
“Memory Stick Duo” formatted with this camera
Approx.
31 MB
128 MB
256 MB
512 MB
1 GB
2 GB
4 GB
8 GB
640(Fine)
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–
0:02:50
0:06:00
0:12:20
0:25:10
0:50:00
1:40:20
640(Standard)
0:01:30
0:05:50
0:10:40
0:21:40
0:44:20
1:31:00
3:00:00
6:01:10
320
0:06:00
0:23:40
0:42:50
1:27:00
2:57:50
6:04:30 12:00:20 24:04:50
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Troubleshooting
If you experience trouble with your camera, try the following solutions.
Please understand that you give your consent that the contents of the internal memory, Music
files may be checked when you send your camera to be repaired.
files may be checked when you send your camera to be repaired.
The battery pack cannot be installed.
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Install the battery pack correctly using the tip of the battery pack to push the battery eject lever
(page 10).
(page 10).
Cannot turn on the camera.
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After installing the battery pack into the camera, it may take a little while to get the camera
powered.
powered.
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Install the battery pack correctly (page 10).
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The battery pack is discharged. Install charged battery pack (page 9).
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The battery pack is dead. Replace it with a new one.
•
Use a recommended battery pack (page 8).
The power turns off suddenly.
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If you do not operate the camera for about three minutes while the power is on, the camera
turns off automatically to prevent wearing down the battery pack. Turn on the camera again
(page 12).
turns off automatically to prevent wearing down the battery pack. Turn on the camera again
(page 12).
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The battery pack is dead. Replace it with a new one.
1
Check the items below, and refer to “Cyber-shot Handbook (PDF)”.
If a code such as “C/E:ss:ss” appears on the screen, refer to “Cyber-shot
Handbook”.
Handbook”.
2
Remove the battery pack, and insert the battery pack again after about one
minute, and turn on the power.
minute, and turn on the power.
3
Initialize the settings (page 19).
4
Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Battery pack and power
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The battery remaining indicator is incorrect.
•
This phenomenon occurs when you use the camera in an extremely hot or cold location.
•
The displayed battery remaining differs from the current one. Fully discharge and then charge
the battery pack to correct the display.
the battery pack to correct the display.
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The battery pack is discharged. Install the charged battery pack (page 9).
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The battery pack is dead. Replace it with a new one.
Cannot charge the battery pack
•
You cannot charge the battery pack using the AC Adapter (not supplied).
Your camera cannot record images.
•
Check the free capacity of the internal memory or “Memory Stick Duo” (page 27). If it is full,
do one of the following:
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do one of the following:
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Delete unnecessary images (page 15).
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Change the “Memory Stick Duo”.
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You are using the “Memory Stick Duo” with the write-protect switch, and the switch is set to
the LOCK position. Set the switch to the recording position.
the LOCK position. Set the switch to the recording position.
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You cannot record images while charging the flash.
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Select a shooting mode other than the [
Movie Mode] using the HOME screen when
shooting still images.
•
Select [
Movie Mode] using the HOME screen when shooting movies.
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The image size is set to [640(Fine)] when recording movies. Do one of the following:
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Set the image size to other than [640(Fine)].
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Insert a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”.
Cannot insert dates on images.
•
This camera does not have a feature for superimposing dates on images. You can print or save
images with the date inserted using “Picture Motion Browser”.
images with the date inserted using “Picture Motion Browser”.
Vertical streaks appear when you are shooting a very bright subject.
•
The smear phenomenon is occuring and white, black, red, or purple streaks appear on the
image. This phenomenon is not a malfunction.
image. This phenomenon is not a malfunction.
Your camera cannot play back images.
•
Press
(Playback)
(page 15).
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The folder/file name has been changed on your computer.
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When an image file has been processed by a computer or when the image file was recorded
using a model other than that of your camera, playback on your camera is not guaranteed.
using a model other than that of your camera, playback on your camera is not guaranteed.
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The camera is in USB mode. Delete the USB connection.
Shooting still images/movies
Viewing images
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Precautions
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Do not use/store the camera in
the following places
the following places
• In an extremely hot, cold or humid place
In places such as in a car parked in the sun, the
camera body may become deformed and this
may cause a malfunction.
camera body may become deformed and this
may cause a malfunction.
• Under direct sunlight or near a heater
The camera body may become discolored or
deformed, and this may cause a malfunction.
deformed, and this may cause a malfunction.
• In a location subject to rocking vibration
• Near strong magnetic place
• Near strong magnetic place
• In sandy or dusty places
Be careful not to let sand or dust get into the
camera. This may cause the camera to
malfunction, and in some cases this malfunction
cannot be repaired.
camera. This may cause the camera to
malfunction, and in some cases this malfunction
cannot be repaired.
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On carrying
Do not sit down in a chair or other place with the
camera in the back pocket of your trousers or
skirt, as this may cause malfunction or damage the
camera.
camera in the back pocket of your trousers or
skirt, as this may cause malfunction or damage the
camera.
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On cleaning
Cleaning the LCD screen
Wipe the screen surface with an LCD cleaning kit
(not supplied) to remove fingerprints, dust, etc.
(not supplied) to remove fingerprints, dust, etc.
Cleaning the lens
Wipe the lens with a soft cloth to remove
fingerprints, dust, etc.
fingerprints, dust, etc.
Cleaning the camera surface
Clean the camera surface with a soft cloth slightly
moistened with water, then wipe the surface with
a dry cloth. Do not use the following as they may
damage the finish or the casing.
• Chemical products such as thinner, benzine,
moistened with water, then wipe the surface with
a dry cloth. Do not use the following as they may
damage the finish or the casing.
• Chemical products such as thinner, benzine,
alcohol, disposable cloths, insect repellent,
sunscreen or insecticide, etc.
sunscreen or insecticide, etc.
• Do not touch the camera with the above on your
hand.
• Do not leave the camera in contact with rubber
or vinyl for a long time.
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On operating temperatures
Your camera is designed for use under the
temperatures between 0°C and 40°C (32°F and
104°F). Shooting in extremely cold or hot places
that exceed this range is not recommended.
temperatures between 0°C and 40°C (32°F and
104°F). Shooting in extremely cold or hot places
that exceed this range is not recommended.
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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.
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. Note that if you attempt to
shoot with moisture remaining inside the lens, you
will be unable to record clear images.
moisture to evaporate. Note that if you attempt to
shoot with moisture remaining inside the lens, you
will be unable to record clear images.
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On the internal rechargeable
backup battery
backup battery
This camera has an internal rechargeable battery
for maintaining the date and time and other
settings regardless of whether the power is on or
off.
This rechargeable battery is continually 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 one month it becomes
completely discharged. In this case, be sure to
charge this rechargeable battery before using the
camera.
However, even if this rechargeable battery is not
charged, you can still use the camera as long as
you do not record the date and time.
for maintaining the date and time and other
settings regardless of whether the power is on or
off.
This rechargeable battery is continually 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 one month it becomes
completely discharged. In this case, be sure to
charge this rechargeable battery before using the
camera.
However, even if this rechargeable battery is not
charged, you can still use the camera as long as
you do not record the date and time.
Charging method of the internal
rechargeable backup battery
rechargeable backup battery
Insert charged battery pack in the camera, and
then leave the camera for 24 hours or more with
the power off.
then leave the camera for 24 hours or more with
the power off.
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