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Digital Still Camera / Instruction Manual GB
Cámara fotografía digital / Manual de instrucciones ES
Câmera fotográfica digital / Manual de instruções PT
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English WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS -SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS DANGER TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS 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. CAUTION [ Battery pack If the battery pack is mishandled, the battery pack can burst, cause a fire or even chemical burns.
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[ Battery charger 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 wall outlet (wall socket). If some trouble occurs while using the battery charger, immediately shut off the power by disconnecting the plug from the wall outlet (wall socket). For Customers in the U.S.A. and Canada GB [ RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable. You can help preserve our environment by retur
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[ Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences
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Notice for customers in the United Kingdom 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 used. If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fu
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Refer to “Cyber-shot User Guide” (HTML) on supplied CD-ROM For details on advanced operations, please read “Cyber-shot User Guide” (HTML) on the CD-ROM (supplied) using a computer. Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. GB For Windows users: 1 Click [User Guide] t [Install]. 2 Start “User Guide” from the shortcut on the desktop. For Macintosh users: 1 Select the [User Guide] and copy [eng] folder stored in the [User Guide] folder to your computer. 2 After copying is complete, double-click “
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Identifying parts H Speaker I LCD screen J (Playback) button K For shooting: W/T (Zoom) button For viewing: (Playback zoom) button/ (Index) button L Hook for wrist strap M Mode switch N (Delete) button O MENU button P Control button Menu on: v/V/b/B/z Menu off: DISP/ / / Q Battery insertion slot R Battery eject lever S Tripod receptacle � Use a tripod with a screw less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inches) long. Otherwise, you cannot firmly secure the camera, and damage to the camera may occur. T Ba
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Charging the battery pack For customers in the USA For customers in countries/regions and Canada other than the USA and Canada Power cord Plug (Mains lead) GB CHARGE lamp Lit: Charging Off: Charging finished (normal charge) Insert the battery pack into the battery charger. 1 � You can charge the battery even when it is partially charged. Connect the battery charger to the wall outlet (wall 2 socket). � If you continue charging the battery pack for about one more hour after the CHARGE lamp tu
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x Battery life and number of images you can record/ view Battery life (min.) No. of Images Shooting still images Approx. 110 Approx. 220 Viewing still images Approx. 170 Approx. 3400 Shooting movies Approx. 110 — Notes � The number of images that can be recorded is an approximate number when shooting with a fully charged battery pack. The number may be less depending on the circumstances. � The number of images that can be recorded is when shooting under the following conditions: – Using Sony
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Inserting the battery pack/a memory card (sold separately) GB Ensure the notched corner Eject lever faces correctly. Open the cover. 1 Insert the memory card (sold separately). 2 � With the notched corner facing as illustrated, insert the memory card until it clicks into place. Insert the battery pack. 3 � Align the battery pack with the guide arrow inside the battery insertion slot. Then, insert the battery pack until the battery eject lever locks into place. Close the cover. 4 � Closing th
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x Memory cards that you can use Memory Card For still images For movies Memory Stick PRO Duo aa A Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo aa Memory Stick Duo a — SD memory card aa B SDHC memory card aa In this manual, products in A are collectively referred to as “Memory Stick Duo” � media. � In this manual, products in B are collectively referred to as SD card. � When recording movies, it is recommended that you use Class 2 or faster SD cards. x To remove the memory card/battery pack Memory card: Push the me
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Setting the date and time Date & Time setting is displayed when you press the ON/OFF (Power) button for the first time. ON/OFF (Power) GB Control button Select items: v/V/b/B Set: z Press the ON/OFF (Power) button. 1 Date & Time setting is displayed when you press the ON/OFF (Power) button for the first time. � It may take time for the power to turn on and allow operation. Set [Date & Time Format], [Daylight Savings] and [Date 2 & Time], then press [OK]. � Midnight is indicated as 12:00 AM, a
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Shooting still images/movies Shutter button W: zoom out T: zoom in Mode switch : Still image : Movie Shooting still images: Press the shutter button halfway down to focus. 1 When the image is in focus, a beep sounds and the z indicator lights. Press the shutter button fully down. 2 Shooting movies: Press the shutter button fully down to start recording. 1 � You can zoom by pressing the W/T (zoom) button before shooting. Press the shutter button fully down again to stop 2 recording. GB 14
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Viewing images W: zoom out T: zoom in GB (Playback) Control button (Delete) Select images: B (next)/b (previous) Set: z Press the (Playback) button. 1 x Selecting next/previous image Select an image with B (next)/b (previous) on the control button. Press z in the center of the control button to view movies. x Deleting an image 1 Press (Delete) button. 2 Select [This Image] with v on the control button, then press z. x Returning to shooting images Press the shutter button halfway down. GB 15
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List of icons displayed on the screen (When shooting still images) B Display Indication z AE/AF lock ISO400 ISO number 125 Shutter speed F2.8 Aperture value +2.0EV Exposure Value A AF range finder frame Display Indication indicator Battery remaining Low battery warning C Image size Display Indication Scene Selection Recording folder Shooting mode 96 Number of recordable images Scene Recognition icon Recording/Playback White balance Media (memory card, Metering Mode internal memory) SteadySho
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Introduction of other functions Other functions used when shooting or playing back can be operated using the Control button or MENU button on the camera. This camera is equipped with a Function Guide that allows you to easily select from the functions. While displaying the guide, try the other functions. Control button GB MENU Function Guide x Control button DISP (Screen Display Settings): Allows you to change the screen display. (Self-Timer): Allows you to use the self-timer. (Smile Shutt
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White Balance Adjust color tones of an image. Focus Select the focus method. Select the metering mode that sets which part of the Metering Mode subject to measure to determine the exposure. Smile Detection Set the Smile Shutter function sensitivity for detecting Sensitivity smiles. The camera detects faces and adjusts various settings Face Detection automatically. Set to automatically shoot two images and select image Anti Blink in which the eyes are not blinking. Set DRO function to correct
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Format/Create REC. Folder/Change REC. Folder/Delete Memory Card REC. Folder/Copy/File Number * Tool Area Setting/Date & Time Setting Clock Settings * If a memory card is not inserted, (Internal Memory Tool) will be displayed and only [Format] and [File Number] can be selected. GB Number of still images and recordable time of movies The number of still images and recordable time may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the memory card. x Still images (Units: Images) Capacity Interna
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Notes on using the camera Changing the language setting The screen language setting, press the MENU button, then select (Settings) t (Main Settings) t [Language Setting]. On use and care Avoid rough handling, disassembling, modifying, physical shock, or impact such as hammering, dropping or stepping on the product. Be particularly careful of the lens. Notes on recording/playback � Before you start recording, make a trial recording to make sure that the camera is working correctly. � The cam
