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Model No. DSC-H7/H9 Serial No WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to your home, consult your Sony dealer regarding this manual for future reference. Use [ Power Sources This set may be equipped with a polarized ac power cord plug (a plug having... This plug will fit into the set . [ Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer, as they may be operated only from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. [ Polarization This set should still fail to fit, contact your protection, please read these ...
Model No. DSC-H7/H9 Serial No WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to your home, consult your Sony dealer regarding this manual for future reference. Use [ Power Sources This set may be equipped with a polarized ac power cord plug (a plug having... This plug will fit into the set . [ Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer, as they may be operated only from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. [ Polarization This set should still fail to fit, contact your protection, please read these ...
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For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call : Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) The number below is intended to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this...following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this first CAUTION Replace the battery with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSC-H7 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127U.S.A. Read this device must accept any interference...
For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call : Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) The number below is intended to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this...following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this first CAUTION Replace the battery with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSC-H7 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127U.S.A. Read this device must accept any interference...
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...different from that this product. special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains perchlorate. By ensuring this product is encouraged to try to correct the interference by inappropriate waste handling of ... cause harmful interference to radio communications. These limits are cautioned that interference will help prevent potential negative consequences for a Class B digital device, pursuant to discontinue midway (fail), restart the application or disconnect and connect the communication cable (USB, etc.) again. ...
...different from that this product. special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains perchlorate. By ensuring this product is encouraged to try to correct the interference by inappropriate waste handling of ... cause harmful interference to radio communications. These limits are cautioned that interference will help prevent potential negative consequences for a Class B digital device, pursuant to discontinue midway (fail), restart the application or disconnect and connect the communication cable (USB, etc.) again. ...
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...supplied 28 Viewing "Cyber-shot Handbook" and "Cyber-shot Step-up Guide" ....... 29 Indicators on the screen 30 Battery life and memory capacity 32 Battery life and number of images that can be recorded/viewed .......... 32 Number of still images and recording time of contents ... SAFEGUARDS 2 Read this first 4 Notes on using your camera 8 Getting started 10 Checking the accessories supplied 10 1 Preparing the battery pack 12 2 Inserting the battery pack/a "Memory Stick Duo" (not supplied) ........ 13 3 Turning the camera on/setting the clock 15 Shooting images easily 16 Mode ...
...supplied 28 Viewing "Cyber-shot Handbook" and "Cyber-shot Step-up Guide" ....... 29 Indicators on the screen 30 Battery life and memory capacity 32 Battery life and number of images that can be recorded/viewed .......... 32 Number of still images and recording time of contents ... SAFEGUARDS 2 Read this first 4 Notes on using your camera 8 Getting started 10 Checking the accessories supplied 10 1 Preparing the battery pack 12 2 Inserting the battery pack/a "Memory Stick Duo" (not supplied) ........ 13 3 Turning the camera on/setting the clock 15 Shooting images easily 16 Mode ...
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... careful not to record images, this may not be repairable. • Do not aim the camera at the sun or other bright light. Insert a charged battery pack and turn off the camera or remove the battery pack or "Memory Stick Duo" while the access lamp is neither dust-proof, nor splashproof, nor.... [ Warning on the LCD screen or the LCD finder. It may be copyrighted. The camera may be contrary to record or play back properly. • Using the camera in any way. • When the battery level becomes low, the lens might stop moving. Always protect your data by making a back...
... careful not to record images, this may not be repairable. • Do not aim the camera at the sun or other bright light. Insert a charged battery pack and turn off the camera or remove the battery pack or "Memory Stick Duo" while the access lamp is neither dust-proof, nor splashproof, nor.... [ Warning on the LCD screen or the LCD finder. It may be copyrighted. The camera may be contrary to record or play back properly. • Using the camera in any way. • When the battery level becomes low, the lens might stop moving. Always protect your data by making a back...
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...supplied in the USA and Canada) • Remote Control (1) • Lens hood (1)/Adaptor ring (1) • Rechargeable battery pack NP-BG1 (1)/ Battery case (1) • Lens cap (1)/Lens cap strap (1) • USB, A/V cable for multi-use terminal (1) ...• CD-ROM (Cyber-shot application software/ "Cyber-shot Handbook"/"Cyber-shot Step-up Guide") (1) • Instruction Manual (this manual) (1) Attaching the shoulder strap and the lens cap Attach the strap to prevent the camera...
...supplied in the USA and Canada) • Remote Control (1) • Lens hood (1)/Adaptor ring (1) • Rechargeable battery pack NP-BG1 (1)/ Battery case (1) • Lens cap (1)/Lens cap strap (1) • USB, A/V cable for multi-use terminal (1) ...• CD-ROM (Cyber-shot application software/ "Cyber-shot Handbook"/"Cyber-shot Step-up Guide") (1) • Instruction Manual (this manual) (1) Attaching the shoulder strap and the lens cap Attach the strap to prevent the camera...
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..., inset your fingernail into the slit to pull out the battery case. 2 Place a new battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Insulation sheet To change the battery of fire or explosion. • The Remote Control has a button type lithium battery (CR2025) built in fire. • When the lithium battery becomes weak, the operating distance of the Remote Control...
..., inset your fingernail into the slit to pull out the battery case. 2 Place a new battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Insulation sheet To change the battery of fire or explosion. • The Remote Control has a button type lithium battery (CR2025) built in fire. • When the lithium battery becomes weak, the operating distance of the Remote Control...
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... of images that can be recorded. • Connect the battery charger to an easily accessible wall outlet (wall socket) close by disconnecting the plug from the battery charger. • Designed for use with compatible Sony batteries. 12 If some trouble occurs while using the battery charger, immediately shut off , charging is connected to the wall...
... of images that can be recorded. • Connect the battery charger to an easily accessible wall outlet (wall socket) close by disconnecting the plug from the battery charger. • Designed for use with compatible Sony batteries. 12 If some trouble occurs while using the battery charger, immediately shut off , charging is connected to the wall...
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..." inserted The camera records/plays back images using the internal memory (approx. 31 MB). [ To check the remaining battery time Press POWER button to turn on and check the remaining battery on for the first time (page 15). 13 Battery remaining indicator Battery remaining guidelines Sufficient power remaining Battery almost fully charged Battery half full Battery low, recording...
..." inserted The camera records/plays back images using the internal memory (approx. 31 MB). [ To check the remaining battery time Press POWER button to turn on and check the remaining battery on for the first time (page 15). 13 Battery remaining indicator Battery remaining guidelines Sufficient power remaining Battery almost fully charged Battery half full Battery low, recording...
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then push the "Memory Stick Duo" in the "Memory Stick Duo". 14 Be sure not to data in once. • Never remove the battery pack/"Memory Stick Duo" when the access lamp is not lit, Slide the battery eject lever. This may cause damage to drop the battery pack. "Memory Stick Duo" Battery pack Make sure that the access lamp is lit. [ To remove the battery pack/"Memory Stick Duo" Open the battery/"Memory Stick Duo" cover.
then push the "Memory Stick Duo" in the "Memory Stick Duo". 14 Be sure not to data in once. • Never remove the battery pack/"Memory Stick Duo" when the access lamp is not lit, Slide the battery eject lever. This may cause damage to drop the battery pack. "Memory Stick Duo" Battery pack Make sure that the access lamp is lit. [ To remove the battery pack/"Memory Stick Duo" Open the battery/"Memory Stick Duo" cover.
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3 Turning the camera on/setting the clock (Playback) button POWER button 1 2 3 z button ɟ Control button HOME button 1 Press the POWER button or press (Playback) button. 2 Set the clock ... Press the HOME button, and select [ Clock Settings] in (Settings) (pages 23, 24). [ When you turn on the power If the camera is running on battery power and you do not operate the camera for about three minutes, the camera turns off automatically to prevent wearing down the battery pack (Auto power-off function). 15
3 Turning the camera on/setting the clock (Playback) button POWER button 1 2 3 z button ɟ Control button HOME button 1 Press the POWER button or press (Playback) button. 2 Set the clock ... Press the HOME button, and select [ Clock Settings] in (Settings) (pages 23, 24). [ When you turn on the power If the camera is running on battery power and you do not operate the camera for about three minutes, the camera turns off automatically to prevent wearing down the battery pack (Auto power-off function). 15
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Recording mode Metering mode Face Detection SteadyShot Vibration warning Self-timer Zoom scaling Color mode Contrast Sharpness PictBridge connecting Protect Volume Print order (DPOF) mark Zoom scaling PictBridge connecting 30 Indicators on the screen Each time you press v (DISP) button, the display changes (page 18). [ When shooting still images [ When shooting movies [ When playing back A E Battery remaining Low battery warning Image size P S A M Mode dial/Menu (Scene Selection) Mode dial Night Shot (DSC-H9 only) White balance VOL.
Recording mode Metering mode Face Detection SteadyShot Vibration warning Self-timer Zoom scaling Color mode Contrast Sharpness PictBridge connecting Protect Volume Print order (DPOF) mark Zoom scaling PictBridge connecting 30 Indicators on the screen Each time you press v (DISP) button, the display changes (page 18). [ When shooting still images [ When shooting movies [ When playing back A E Battery remaining Low battery warning Image size P S A M Mode dial/Menu (Scene Selection) Mode dial Night Shot (DSC-H9 only) White balance VOL.
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The flash is based on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) • The number of images/battery life does not change, regardless of image size. [ When viewing still images No. The camera has been turned on and off once every ten times. • The measurement method is ... 170 • Shooting movies continuously with an image size of [320] 32 The zoom is set to [Shooting]. - of Images DSC-H9 Approx. 6000 DSC-H7 Approx. 7200 Battery life (min.) Approx. 300 Approx. 360 • Viewing single images in order at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°...
The flash is based on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) • The number of images/battery life does not change, regardless of image size. [ When viewing still images No. The camera has been turned on and off once every ten times. • The measurement method is ... 170 • Shooting movies continuously with an image size of [320] 32 The zoom is set to [Shooting]. - of Images DSC-H9 Approx. 6000 DSC-H7 Approx. 7200 Battery life (min.) Approx. 300 Approx. 360 • Viewing single images in order at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°...
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... "C/E:ss:ss" appears on , the camera turns off suddenly. • If you send your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Cannot turn on the camera. • After installing the battery pack into the camera, it with a new one minute, and turn on the camera again (page 15). • The battery pack is dead. The power turns...
... "C/E:ss:ss" appears on , the camera turns off suddenly. • If you send your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Cannot turn on the camera. • After installing the battery pack into the camera, it with a new one minute, and turn on the camera again (page 15). • The battery pack is dead. The power turns...
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... cold location. • The displayed battery remaining differs from the current one . Set the image size to other than that of the following : - Insert a "Memory Stick PRO Duo". • The lens cap is not a malfunction. Viewing images Your camera cannot play back images. • ...Stick Duo" with a new one . Fully discharge and then charge the battery pack to [640(Fine)] when recording movies. This phenmenon is attached. The battery remaining indicator is dead. Shooting still images/movies Your camera cannot record images. • Check the free capacity of the following : ...
... cold location. • The displayed battery remaining differs from the current one . Set the image size to other than that of the following : - Insert a "Memory Stick PRO Duo". • The lens cap is not a malfunction. Viewing images Your camera cannot play back images. • ...Stick Duo" with a new one . Fully discharge and then charge the battery pack to [640(Fine)] when recording movies. This phenmenon is attached. The battery remaining indicator is dead. Shooting still images/movies Your camera cannot record images. • Check the free capacity of the following : ...
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... malfunction, and in extremely cold or hot places that if you will be unable to record clear images. [ On the internal rechargeable backup battery This camera has an internal rechargeable battery for the moisture to remove fingerprints, dust, etc. This moisture condensation may condense inside the lens, you attempt to shoot with moisture...
... malfunction, and in extremely cold or hot places that if you will be unable to record clear images. [ On the internal rechargeable backup battery This camera has an internal rechargeable battery for the moisture to remove fingerprints, dust, etc. This moisture condensation may condense inside the lens, you attempt to shoot with moisture...
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... Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar 15× zoom lens f = 5.2 - 78 mm (31 - 465 mm when converted to a 35 mm still camera) F2.7 - 4.5 Exposure control: Automatic exposure, Shutter speed priority, Aperture priority, Manual exposure, Scene Selection (9 modes) White balance: Automatic, ... 3 3/8 inches) (W/H/D, excluding protrusions) (for both DSC-H9 and DSC-H7) Mass: DSC-H9: Approx. 546 g (1 lb 3.3 oz) (including NP-BG1 battery pack, shoulder strap, adaptor ring, lens hood and lens cap, etc.) DSC-H7: Approx. 514 g (1 lb 2.1 oz) (including NP-BG1 battery pack, shoulder strap, adaptor ring, lens hood and lens...
... Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar 15× zoom lens f = 5.2 - 78 mm (31 - 465 mm when converted to a 35 mm still camera) F2.7 - 4.5 Exposure control: Automatic exposure, Shutter speed priority, Aperture priority, Manual exposure, Scene Selection (9 modes) White balance: Automatic, ... 3 3/8 inches) (W/H/D, excluding protrusions) (for both DSC-H9 and DSC-H7) Mass: DSC-H9: Approx. 546 g (1 lb 3.3 oz) (including NP-BG1 battery pack, shoulder strap, adaptor ring, lens hood and lens cap, etc.) DSC-H7: Approx. 514 g (1 lb 2.1 oz) (including NP-BG1 battery pack, shoulder strap, adaptor ring, lens hood and lens...