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3-068-188-11(1)
Digital Still
Camera
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain
it for future reference.
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the
serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers
whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No. DSC-S75/S85
Serial No. ________________________
DSC-S75/S85
©2001 Sony Corporation
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The number below is for the FCC related WARNING matters only. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do Regulatory Information not expose the unit to rain or moisture. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSC-S75 For the Customers in the Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. U.S.A. Address: 680 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell, NJ 07649 USA Telephone No.: 201-930-6972 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
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Note: Caution: This equipment has been tested and found to Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium comply with the limits for a Class B digital ion battery. device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide Notice for the Customers in reasonable protection against harmful the United Kingdom interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate A moulded plug complying with B51363 is radio frequency energy and, if no
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equipment on your camera are not “Memory Stick” guaranteed. Precaution on copyright Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. N50 Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the provision of the copyright laws. For the Customers in the Do not shake or strike the camera U.S.A. and Canada In addition to malfunctions and inability to THIS CLASS B DIGITAL DEVICE record images, this may render the COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC
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When the camera is used for long periods Note that the camera body may become hot. Notice If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart the application or disconnect and connect the USB cable again. About the Carl Zeiss lens This camera is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens which is capable of reproducing fine images. The lens for this camera uses the MTF* measurement system for cameras developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and
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Introduction Checks the image after recording images Recording still images: page 19 Playing back still images: page 28 Deleting images (DELETE): page 71 Captures images with your computer You can copy images onto your computer and view and modify images or attach images to e-mail on your computer using the supplied USB cable and application software. Viewing images using a personal computer: page 31 Recording still images for e-mail (E-MAIL): page 55 Records a moving picture (MPEG Movie or
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Table of contents Creating Clip Motion Files ................. 59 Getting started Setting the distance to the subject ....... 60 Recording images in macro ................ 61 Identifying the parts .............................. 8 Adjusting the exposure Preparing the power supply ................ 10 (EXPOSURE) ..............................61 Setting the date and time ..................... 15 Adjusting the white balance Inserting the “Memory Stick” ............. 17 (WHITE BALANCE) .............
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Getting started Identifying the parts See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. A Shutter button (19, 27) G Built-in microphone Do not touch while recording. B Self-timer (23, 27)/ AF illuminator (25) H Accessory shoe C Photocell window for flash I Hook for lens cap/strap Do not block while recording with J Flash (24) the flash. K Speaker D Finder window L ACC (Accessory) jack E Lens When cleaning the lens, first return M USB jack (33, 35) the lens to the fully retracted N A/V
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Getting started Attaching the strap A Finder adjustment dial (21) SET UP:To set the setup items SCN: To record in the SCENE B Finder SELECTION mode Self-timer/recording lamp (red) AE/AF lock lamp (green) M: To record with the manual adjustment Flash charge lamp (orange) (24) A: To record in the aperture priority mode C Control button (18, 41) S: To record in the shutter D MENU button (41) speed priority mode M POWER switch (15) E (Exposure) button (61) N POWER ON/OFF (CHG) lamp F FOCUS
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Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack Your camera operates only with the “InfoLITHIUM” NP-FM50 battery pack* (M series). You cannot use any other battery pack. See page 85 for more information about “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack. Battery eject lever Open the battery/“Memory Stick” cover. 1 Slide the cover in the direction of the arrow. Install the battery pack. 2 Insert the battery pack with the v mark facing toward the battery compartment as illustrated. Close the battery/“M
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Getting started Charging the battery pack You cannot charge the battery pack while your camera is turned on. Be sure to turn off your camera. DC IN jack cover To the wall outlet (mains) Battery pack (M series) Power cord (mains lead) AC-L10A/B/C AC power adaptor (supplied) Insert the battery pack into your camera. 1 Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the DC connecting cable to 2 the DC IN jack of your camera with the v mark facing up. Connect the power cord (mains lead) to the AC power
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NP-FM50 battery pack When you record images in an extremely cold location or using the LCD screen, the operating time becomes short. When using the camera in an extremely cold location, place the battery pack in your pocket or other place to keep it warm, then insert the battery pack into the camera just before recording. When using a pocket heater, take care not to let the heater directly contact the battery. Charging time Battery pack Full charge (min.) NP-FM50 (supplied) Approx. 150 Appro
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Getting started Notes The battery life and number of images will be decreased if you use your camera at low temperatures, use the flash, repeatedly turn the power on/off or use the zoom. The numbers of images shown on tables above are as a guide. The numbers may be smaller depending on conditions. The capacity of the “Memory Stick” is limited. The above figures are a guide when you continuously record/play back while replacing the “Memory Stick.” “----” appears in the display window
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Using the AC power adaptor To the wall outlet (mains) DC IN jack Power cord cover (mains lead) AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (supplied) Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the DC connecting cable to 1 the DC IN jack of your camera with the v mark facing up. Connect the power cord (mains lead) to the AC power adaptor and 2 then to a wall outlet (mains). Using a car battery Use Sony DC adaptor/charger (not supplied). When using the AC power adaptor Be sure to use it near the wall outlet.
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Getting started Setting the date and time When you first use your camera, set the date and time. If these are not set, the CLOCK SET screen appears whenever you turn on your camera. Control button Select the item with vVbB, then set with the center z. Set the mode dial to , S, A, M, SCN, , or . 1 Slide the POWER switch in the direction of 2 the arrow to turn on the power. CLOCK SET Y / M / D The POWER ON/OFF (CHG) lamp (green) lights M / D / Y D / M / Y up. 2001/: 1 / 1 12 00 OK The CLO
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Select the year, month, day, hour or minute 4 item you want to set with b/B on the control button. CLOCK SET Y / M / D M / D / Y D / M / Y The item to be set is indicated with v/V. 2001/: 1 / 1 12 00 OK AM CANCEL OK Set the numeric value with v/V on the 5 control button, then press the center z to enter it. CLOCK SET Y / M / D M / D / Y D / M / Y After entering the number, v/V moves to the next item. 2001/: / 1 12 00 OK 7 AM If you selected [D/M/Y] in step 3, set the time on a CANCE
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Getting started Inserting the “Memory Stick” Access lamp Open the battery/“Memory Stick” cover. 1 Slide the cover in the direction of the arrow. Insert the “Memory Stick.” 2 Insert the “Memory Stick” with the B mark facing toward the battery compartment as illustrated until it clicks. Close the battery/“Memory Stick” cover. 3 Removing the “Memory Stick” Open the battery/“Memory Stick” cover, then press the “Memory Stick” once lightly. Notes Insert the “Memory Stick” firmly until it clicks
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Basic operations Recording B Basic operations How to use the mode dial The mode dial switches the function which is used for recording, playback, or editing. Set the dial as follows before starting to operate your camera. : To record still images, VOICE mode audio data : To play back or edit images : To record moving images or Clip Motion images SET UP: To set the setup items (The SET UP position changes the settings of infrequently-used items.) SCN: To record in the SCENE SELECTION mode (Set
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B B B B Recording Recording still images Still images are recorded in JPEG format. Before recording still images, slide the POWER switch in the direction of the arrow to turn on the power and insert a “Memory Stick.” POWER switch Set the mode dial to , S, A, M or SCN. 1 Press and hold the shutter button halfway down. 2 The image freezes momentarily, but is not yet recorded. While the AE/AF lock indicator z is flashing, the camera automatically adjusts the exposure and focus of the captured
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Press the shutter button fully down. 3 The shutter sounds. “RECORDING” appears on the LCD screen, and the image will be recorded on the “Memory Stick.” When “RECORDING” disappears, you can record the next image. RECORDING ∗ If the flashing AE/AF lock indicator changes to flashing slowly, the subject may be difficult to focus on (dark, poor contrast) or the subject may be extremely close. Release the shutter button, then focus again. Auto power-off function If you do not operate the camera
