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4-140-272-11(1)
Digital Still Camera
Instruction Manual
DSC-W210/W215/W220/W230
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for
future reference.
For details on advanced operations, please read “Cyber-
shot Handbook” (PDF) and “Cyber-shot Step-up Guide”
on the CD-ROM (supplied) using a computer.
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-W210/W215/W220/W230 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
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CAUTION For Customers in the U.S.A. and Canada [ Battery pack [ RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION If the battery pack is mishandled, the battery pack can burst, cause a fire or even chemical burns. BATTERIES Observe the following cautions. Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable. • Do not disassemble. You can help preserve our � Do not crush and do not expose the battery pack environment by returning your to any shock or force such as hammering, used rechargeable batteries to dropping or stepping on
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For Customers in the U.S.A. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY If you have any questions about this product, you Model No.: DSC-W210, DSC-W215 may call: Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Sony Customer Information Center Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127U.S.A. 1-800-222-SONY (7669) The number below is for the FCC related matters Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 only. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC [ Regulatory Information Rules. Operation is subject to the
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This product has been tested and found compliant [ Note: with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for This equipment has been tested and found to using connection cables shorter than 3 meters comply with the limits for a Class B digital (9.8 feet). device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable [ Attention protection against harmful interference in a The electromagnetic fields at the specific residential installation. This equipment gene
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Disposal of waste batteries Notice for customers in the (applicable in the European Union United Kingdom and other European countries with separate collection systems) A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience. 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 to BS 1362, (i.e., marked with an or mark) must be This symbol on the battery or on the p
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Table of contents Notes on using the camera ...................................................................... 8 Getting started ................................................................................. 9 Checking the accessories supplied ......................................................... 9 1 Preparing the battery pack .................................................................. 10 2 Inserting the battery pack/a “Memory Stick Duo” media (sold separately) ...............
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Notes on using the camera [ Internal memory and “Memory [ Notes on the LCD screen and Stick Duo” media back up lens Do not turn off the camera, remove the battery � The LCD screen is manufactured using pack, or remove the “Memory Stick Duo” media extremely high-precision technology so over while the access lamp is lit. Otherwise, the 99.99% of the pixels are operational for internal memory data or “Memory Stick Duo” effective use. However, some tiny black and/or media may be damaged. Be sur
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Getting started Checking the accessories supplied � Battery charger BC-CSGD/BC-CSGE (1) � Wrist strap (1) � Soft carrying case (1) (DSC-W215 only) � Power cord (mains lead) (1) (not supplied in the USA and Canada) �CD-ROM (1) – Cyber-shot application software – “Cyber-shot Handbook” – “Cyber-shot Step-up Guide” � Rechargeable battery pack NP-BG1 (1)/ � Instruction Manual (this manual) (1) Battery case (1) � USB, A/V cable for multi-use terminal (1) The camera is supplied with a wrist strap. Atta
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1 Preparing the battery pack For customers in the USA and For customers in countries/regions other than the Canada USA and Canada Plug CHARGE lamp CHARGE lamp Power cord (mains lead) 1Insert the battery pack into the battery charger. 2Connect the battery charger to the wall outlet (wall socket). The CHARGE lamp lights up, and charging starts. When the CHARGE lamp turns off, charging is finished (Normal charge). If you continue charging the battery pack for about one more hour (until it is fully
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2 Inserting the battery pack/a “Memory Stick Duo” media (sold separately) With the terminal side Insert the battery pack while pressing the battery eject facing the lens, insert the Battery/“Memory Stick “Memory Stick Duo” media lever with the tip of the battery pack. Duo” media cover until it clicks into place. 1Open the battery/“Memory Stick Duo” media cover. 2Insert the “Memory Stick Duo” media (sold separately). 3Insert the battery pack. 4Close the battery/“Memory Stick Duo” media cover
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[ To remove the battery pack/“Memory Stick Duo” media Open the battery/“Memory Stick Duo” media cover. “Memory Stick Duo” media Battery pack Make sure that the access lamp Slide the battery eject lever. is not lit, then push the “Memory Be sure not to drop the battery Stick Duo” media in once. pack. � Never remove the battery pack/“Memory Stick Duo” media when the access lamp is lit. This may cause damage to data in the “Memory Stick Duo” media/internal memory. 12
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3 Turning the camera on/setting the clock ON/OFF (Power) button Control button 1 2 z button 3 HOME button 1Press ON/OFF (Power) button. 2Set the clock with the control button. 1 Select the date display format with v/V, then press z. 2 Select each item with b/B and set the numeric value with v/V, then press z. 3 Select [OK], then press z. � 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.
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Shooting images easily Microphone Flash Speaker Shutter button Self-timer lamp/ W/T (Zoom) button Smile Shutter lamp Mode dial Macro button DISP button Control button Flash button Tripod receptacle MENU button Self-timer button (bottom) 1Select the desired function on the mode dial. When shooting still images (Auto Adjustment mode): Select . When shooting movies: Select . 2Hold the camera, with your elbows pressed against your body to steady it. Position the subject in the center of the focu
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Mode dial/Zoom/Flash/Macro/Self-timer/Display [ Using the mode dial Auto Adjustment Allows you to shoot with the settings adjusted automatically. Easy Shooting Allows easy shooting with easy-to-see indicators. Smile Shutter When the camera detects a smile, the shutter is released automatically (page 17). High Sensitivity (DSC-W220/W230 only) Shoots images without a flash even in low lighting. SteadyShot (DSC-W210/W215 only) Shoots images clearly, reducing blur. Soft Snap Shoots images with
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[ W/T Using the zoom Press T to zoom, press W to return the zoom. [ Flash (Selecting a flash mode for still images) Press B ( ) on the control button repeatedly until the desired mode is selected. : Flash Auto Flashes when there is insufficient light or backlight (default setting) : Flash forced on : Slow synchro (Flash forced on) The shutter speed is slow in a dark place to clearly shoot the background that is out of flash light. : Flash forced off � You cannot use (Flash forced on) or (Slow
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Detecting smiles and shooting automatically (Smile Shutter) When the camera detects a smile, the shutter is released automatically. 1Select (Smile Shutter) mode on the mode dial. 2Aim the camera at the subject and press the shutter button halfway down to focus. 3Press the shutter button all the way down to set Smile Detection mode. The Smile Shutter enters standby. Smile Detection mark/Number of images Smile Detection frame (Orange) Smile Detection Sensitivity indicator 4Wait detecting a smile
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Detecting the shooting conditions (Scene Recognition) The camera automatically detects the shooting conditions, and then takes the shot. 1Select (Auto Adjustment) mode on the mode dial. 2Press MENU button (pages 24, 25). 3Select (Scene Recognition) with v/V on the control button. 4Select the desired setting, then press z. : Off (Default setting) Does not use Scene Recognition. : Auto When the camera recognizes the scene, it switches to the optimal settings and shoots the image. : Advanced The
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Viewing/deleting images (Index) button Speaker (Playback zoom) button (Playback) button Control button Multi connector HOME button (bottom) MENU ( ) button 1Press (Playback). If you press when the camera is powered off, the camera is turned on automatically and set to playback mode. To switch to the shooting mode, press again. 2Select an image with b/B on the control button. Movie: Press z to play back a movie. (Press z again to stop playback.) Press B to fast forward, b to rewind. (Pre
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[ To view an index screen Press (Index) while a single image is displayed. Then, select an image with v/V/b/B. To return to the single image screen, press z. � Each time you press (Index), the number of images on the index screen increases. [ To delete images in index mode 1 Press MENU while the index screen is displayed. 2 Select (Delete) with v/V and select [Multiple Images] with b/B, then press z. 3 Select the image you want to delete with v/V/b/B, then press z. The mark is checked in the
