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4-133-905-12(1)
Getting started
Shooting/viewing
images
Digital Still Camera
Using shooting
Instruction Manual
functions
Using viewing
DSC-H20
functions
Before operating the unit, please read
this manual thoroughly, and retain it for
Deleting images
future reference.
Connecting to other
devices
Changing camera
settings
GB
© 2009 Sony Corporation
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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-H20 Serial No. ___________________________ WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. If the shape of the plug does not fit the power outlet, use an attachment plug adaptor of the proper configuration for the power outlet. C
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� Replace only with the same or equivalent type For Customers in the U.S.A. recommended by Sony. � Dispose of used battery packs promptly as described in the instructions. UL is an internationally recognized safety organization. [ Battery charger The UL Mark on the product means it has been UL Listed. Even if the CHARGE lamp is not lit, the battery charger is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the If you have any questions about this product, y
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[ CAUTION For Customers in Europe You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this [ Notice for the customers in the manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. countries applying EU Directives The manufacturer of this product is Sony [ Note: Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108- This equipment has been tested and found to 0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for comply with the limits for a Class B digital EMC and product saf
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Office, your household waste disposal service or Notice for customers in the the shop where you purchased the product. United Kingdom Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in the European Union A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and and other European countries with convenience. separate collection systems) Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced, a fuse of the same rating as the supplied one and approved by ASTA or BSI t
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Table of contents Notes on using the camera ....................................................................... 8 Getting started ................................................................... 10 Checking the accessories supplied ........................................................ 10 Identifying parts....................................................................................... 11 Charging the battery pack....................................................................
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Deleting images ............................................................................. 36 Deleting images ...................................................................................... 36 Deleting all images (Format) ................................................................... 37 Connecting to other devices ................................................. 38 Viewing images on a TV.......................................................................... 38 Printing still i
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xNotes on using the camera Internal memory and “Memory Notes on the LCD screen and lens Stick Duo” media back up � The LCD screen is manufactured using extremely high-precision technology so over Do not turn off the camera, remove the battery 99.99% of the pixels are operational for pack, or remove the “Memory Stick Duo” effective use. However, some tiny black and/ media while the access lamp is lit. Otherwise, or bright dots (white, red, blue or green) may the internal memory data or “Me
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No compensation for damaged content or recording failure Sony cannot compensate for failure to record or loss or damage of recorded content due to a malfunction of the camera or recording media, etc. GB 9
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Getting started Getting started Checking the accessories supplied � Battery charger BC-CSGD/BC-CSGE (1) xUsing the wrist and lens cap straps Attach the wrist strap and place your hand through the loop to prevent the camera from damage by being dropped. Hook for wrist strap � Power cord (mains lead) (1) (not supplied in the USA and Canada) Hook for � Rechargeable battery pack NP-BG1 (1)/ Battery case (1) lens cap strap � USB, A/V cable for multi-use terminal (1) � Wrist strap (1) � Lens cap (
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Getting started Identifying parts A (Smile) button B ON/OFF (Power) button C Mode dial D Shutter button E For shooting: W/T (Zoom) lever For viewing: (Playback zoom) lever/ (Index) lever F Microphone G Flash H Hook for lens cap strap I Self-timer lamp/Smile Shutter lamp/ AF illuminator J Lens K LCD screen L Speaker M Hook for wrist strap N (Playback) button O Control button Menu on: v/V/b/B/z Menu off: DISP/ / / P (Delete) button Q MENU button R Tripod receptacle � Use a tripod with a screw
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Getting started Charging the battery pack Insert the battery pack into 1 the battery charger. � You can charge the battery even when it is partially charged. Battery pack Connect the battery For customers in the USA and Canada 2 charger to the wall Plug outlet (wall socket). If you continue charging the battery pack for about one more hour after the CHARGE lamp turns off, the charge will last slightly longer (full charge). CHARGE lamp Lit: Charging Off: Charging finished (normal CHARGE
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Getting started xCharging time Full charge time Normal charge time Approx. 330 min. Approx. 270 min. Notes � The table above shows the time required to charge a fully depleted battery pack at a temperature of 25°C (77°F). Charging may take longer depending on conditions of use and circumstances. � Connect the battery charger to the nearest wall outlet (wall socket). � When charging is finished, disconnect the power cord (mains lead) from the wall outlet (wall socket), and remove the battery pa
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Getting started Inserting the battery pack/a “Memory Stick Duo” media (sold separately) Open the cover. 1 Insert the “Memory Stick 2 Duo” media (sold separately). With the terminal side facing the LCD, insert the “Memory Stick Duo” media until it clicks into place. Insert the battery pack. 3 Insert the battery while pressing the lever in the direction of the arrow. Close the cover. 4 GB 14
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Getting started x“Memory Stick” media that xWhen there is no “Memory you can use Stick Duo” media inserted “Memory Stick Duo” media Images are stored in the camera’s internal memory (approximately 11 MB). To copy images from the internal memory to a “Memory Stick Duo” media, insert the “Memory Stick Duo” You can also use a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media in the camera, then select MENU media or “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” t (Settings) t (“Memory media with the camera. Stick” Tool) t [Copy]
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Getting started Setting the clock Press the ON/OFF (Power) 1 button. The camera is turned on. � It may take time for the power to turn on and allow operation. ON/OFF (Power) button Select a setting item with v/ 2 V on the control button, then press z. Date & Time Format: Select the date and time display format. Daylight Savings: Select Daylight Savings On/Off. Date & Time: Sets the date and time. Control button Set the numeric value and desired settings with v/V/b/ 3 B, then press z. � Mid
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Getting started Select [Go to next], then press z. 4 Select your desired area with 5 b/B on the control button, then press z. Select [OK], then press z. 6 Note � The camera does not have a feature for superimposing dates on images. By using “PMB” in the CD-ROM (supplied), you can print or save images with the date. xSetting the date and time again Press the MENU button, then select (Settings) t (Clock Settings) (page 49). GB 17
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Shooting/viewing images Shooting/viewing images Shooting images Set the camera to 1 (Intelligent Auto Adjustment), then press ON/OFF (Power) button. To shoot movies, set the mode dial to (Movie Mode) (page 31). ON/OFF (Power) button Mode dial W/T (Zoom) lever Hold the camera steady as 2 illustrated. T side � Move the W/T (Zoom) lever towards T to zoom in, towards W to zoom out. Moving the lever slightly zooms slowly W side and moving the lever fully zooms fast. Press the shutter button
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Shooting/viewing images Viewing images Press the (Playback) 1 button. The last image shot is displayed. � When images on the “Memory Stick Duo” media recorded with other cameras cannot be played back on this camera, view the images in [Folder View] (page 35). (Playback) button xSelecting next/previous image Select an image with B (next)/b (previous) on the control button. Control button xDeleting an image 1Press (Delete) button. 2 Select [This Image] with v on the control button, then
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Using shooting functions Displaying minimum indicators (Easy Shooting) This mode uses the minimum number of settings. The text size increases and indicators become easier to see. Set the mode dial to (Easy 1 Shooting). Action How to change Self-Timer Press on the control button t Select [Self-Timer 10sec] or [Self- Timer Off]. Image Size Press MENU t Select [Large] or [Small] from [Image Size]. Flash Press on the control button t Select [Flash Auto] or [Flash Off]/ Press MENU t [Flash] t S
