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Attention for the Customers in the U.S.A. and Canada THIS CLASS B DIGITAL DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES AND THE CANADIAN ICES-003 OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE MAY ... INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION. 4 Attention The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound of this camera. "Memory Stick" N50 For the Customers in Europe This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits sets out on the EMC Directive for using...
Attention for the Customers in the U.S.A. and Canada THIS CLASS B DIGITAL DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES AND THE CANADIAN ICES-003 OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE MAY ... INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION. 4 Attention The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound of this camera. "Memory Stick" N50 For the Customers in Europe This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits sets out on the EMC Directive for using...
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... with a finder) and lens • The LCD screen and the LCD finder are manufactured using the camera. 6 These points are operational for long periods may occur. Do not get the camera wet. If moisture condensation occurs, see page 99 and follow the instructions on the LCD screen and the...screen, the finder or the lens to direct sunlight for effective use. Do not shake or strike the camera In addition to malfunctions and inability to record images, this may render the "Memory Stick" unusable or image data breakdown, damage or loss may cause malfunctions. However, there may be some ...
... with a finder) and lens • The LCD screen and the LCD finder are manufactured using the camera. 6 These points are operational for long periods may occur. Do not get the camera wet. If moisture condensation occurs, see page 99 and follow the instructions on the LCD screen and the...screen, the finder or the lens to direct sunlight for effective use. Do not shake or strike the camera In addition to malfunctions and inability to record images, this may render the "Memory Stick" unusable or image data breakdown, damage or loss may cause malfunctions. However, there may be some ...
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... images, and are , in this manual are registered trademarks of the DSCP71 unless noted otherwise. Trademarks • "Memory Stick," , "MagicGate Memory Stick," and , are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • is equipped with an auto zoom lens. Be careful not to bump the lens, and be ...In addition, system and product names used in all cases in this manual are not actual images shot using this manual. 7 The auto zoom lens (for the DSC-P71 only) This camera is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • Microsoft and Windows are of the U.S. However, the ™ or ...
... images, and are , in this manual are registered trademarks of the DSCP71 unless noted otherwise. Trademarks • "Memory Stick," , "MagicGate Memory Stick," and , are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • is equipped with an auto zoom lens. Be careful not to bump the lens, and be ...In addition, system and product names used in all cases in this manual are not actual images shot using this manual. 7 The auto zoom lens (for the DSC-P71 only) This camera is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • Microsoft and Windows are of the U.S. However, the ™ or ...
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... Shooting still images Inserting and removing a "Memory Stick 23 Deciding the still image size and image quality 24 Basic still image shooting (using auto adjustment mode 26 Checking the last shot image (Quick Review 27 Using the zoom feature 28 Shooting close-ups (Macro) (DSC-P71 only...40 Deleting on the Index (3 images) screen 41 Formatting a "Memory Stick 43 Copying still images to your computer Copying still images to your computer ...44 1 Installing the USB driver 45 2 Preparing your camera 46 3 Connecting your camera to your computer 47 4 Copying images 48 When a removable disk...
... Shooting still images Inserting and removing a "Memory Stick 23 Deciding the still image size and image quality 24 Basic still image shooting (using auto adjustment mode 26 Checking the last shot image (Quick Review 27 Using the zoom feature 28 Shooting close-ups (Macro) (DSC-P71 only...40 Deleting on the Index (3 images) screen 41 Formatting a "Memory Stick 43 Copying still images to your computer Copying still images to your computer ...44 1 Installing the USB driver 45 2 Preparing your camera 46 3 Connecting your camera to your computer 47 4 Copying images 48 When a removable disk...
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...camera ...55 Changing menu settings 55 Changing items in Multi Burst mode (MULTI BURST 64 Shooting still images for e-mail (E-MAIL 65 Advanced still image viewing Enlarging a portion of images that can be saved/ shooting time 91 Additional information Menu items 92 SET UP items 97 Precautions 99 The "Memory Stick... 100 The nickel hydride batteries 100 Specifications 101 The LCD screen 103 Index 106 9 Trimming 67 Playing back successive images (SLIDE 67 Rotating still images (ROTATE 68 Still image editting Protecting images (PROTECT ...
...camera ...55 Changing menu settings 55 Changing items in Multi Burst mode (MULTI BURST 64 Shooting still images for e-mail (E-MAIL 65 Advanced still image viewing Enlarging a portion of images that can be saved/ shooting time 91 Additional information Menu items 92 SET UP items 97 Precautions 99 The "Memory Stick... 100 The nickel hydride batteries 100 Specifications 101 The LCD screen 103 Index 106 9 Trimming 67 Playing back successive images (SLIDE 67 Rotating still images (ROTATE 68 Still image editting Protecting images (PROTECT ...
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... shoot still images : To view or edit images : To shoot movies /Clip Motion images/Multi Burst mode images SET UP: To set the SET UP items SCN: To shoot in the SCENE SELECTION mode M Zoom button (for shooting) (28)/ Index button (for viewing) (37) N Wrist strap hook O Open lever P Battery cover Q "Memory Stick...
... shoot still images : To view or edit images : To shoot movies /Clip Motion images/Multi Burst mode images SET UP: To set the SET UP items SCN: To shoot in the SCENE SELECTION mode M Zoom button (for shooting) (28)/ Index button (for viewing) (37) N Wrist strap hook O Open lever P Battery cover Q "Memory Stick...
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... shoot still images : To view or edit images : To shoot movies /Clip Motion images/Multi Burst mode images SET UP: To set the SET UP items SCN: To shoot in the SCENE SELECTION mode M Zoom button (for shooting) (28)/ Index button (for viewing) (37) N Wrist strap hook O Open lever P Battery cover Q "Memory Stick...
... shoot still images : To view or edit images : To shoot movies /Clip Motion images/Multi Burst mode images SET UP: To set the SET UP items SCN: To shoot in the SCENE SELECTION mode M Zoom button (for shooting) (28)/ Index button (for viewing) (37) N Wrist strap hook O Open lever P Battery cover Q "Memory Stick...
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... back The tables show approximate guidelines for changing the "Memory Stick" as necessary. Inserting the batteries (continued) Battery life and the number of images that can be recorded or played back allow for the length of time the camera can be used when picture quality is 25°C...OFF(min.) Approx. 120 Approx. 170 Approx. 150 Approx. 200 *** Continuous recording with a picture size of 160×112 18 When shooting* still images DSC-P71 R6 (size AA) Ni-MH (2) (supplied) Image LCD Battery No. of use. Actual results may differ slightly from these, depending on the ...
... back The tables show approximate guidelines for changing the "Memory Stick" as necessary. Inserting the batteries (continued) Battery life and the number of images that can be recorded or played back allow for the length of time the camera can be used when picture quality is 25°C...OFF(min.) Approx. 120 Approx. 170 Approx. 150 Approx. 200 *** Continuous recording with a picture size of 160×112 18 When shooting* still images DSC-P71 R6 (size AA) Ni-MH (2) (supplied) Image LCD Battery No. of use. Actual results may differ slightly from these, depending on the ...
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... "Memory Stick." Shooting still images Inserting and removing a "Memory Stick" Shooting still images Label side Connector side Access lamp Bottom 1 , Open the "Memory Stick" cover. Never remove the "Memory Stick" or turn off the power at this time. 23 To remove a "Memory Stick" Open the "Memory Stick" cover, then push the "Memory Stick" to open it out. • Whenever the Access lamp is lit, the camera is...
... "Memory Stick." Shooting still images Inserting and removing a "Memory Stick" Shooting still images Label side Connector side Access lamp Bottom 1 , Open the "Memory Stick" cover. Never remove the "Memory Stick" or turn off the power at this time. 23 To remove a "Memory Stick" Open the "Memory Stick" cover, then push the "Memory Stick" to open it out. • Whenever the Access lamp is lit, the camera is...
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...: number of images) Capacity Image size 2048×1536 (DSC-P71) 2048(3:2) (DSC-P71) 1600×1200 1600 (3:2) (DSC-P31) 1280×960 640×480 8MB 5 (9) ...shooting mode is the screen size used . 25 Shooting still images Choose an image size and quality level appropriate for... based on the LCD screen of the camera, they all look the same size. ...DSC-P31) 1280×960 Printing postcard size images 640×480 For images to be attached to e-mail The number of images* that can be saved in FINE (STANDARD) mode are viewed on the kind of images that can be saved in a "Memory Stick...
...: number of images) Capacity Image size 2048×1536 (DSC-P71) 2048(3:2) (DSC-P71) 1600×1200 1600 (3:2) (DSC-P31) 1280×960 640×480 8MB 5 (9) ...shooting mode is the screen size used . 25 Shooting still images Choose an image size and quality level appropriate for... based on the LCD screen of the camera, they all look the same size. ...DSC-P31) 1280×960 Printing postcard size images 640×480 For images to be attached to e-mail The number of images* that can be saved in FINE (STANDARD) mode are viewed on the kind of images that can be saved in a "Memory Stick...
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..., then try to use with the camera turned on the control button. To return to shooting mode, press the shutter lightly or press b (7) on the control button to flashing slowly. The Auto Focus function may be deleted. 27 Shooting still images 2048 4 , Press the shutter...tasks are performed for a while* with in the "Memory Stick." A beeping sound is heard, the shooting is completed, and the still image is set to select "DELETE", then press the center z. 3 Press v on the control button again. Checking the last shot image (Quick Review) REVIEW 2048 6/8 100-0029 2002 ...
..., then try to use with the camera turned on the control button. To return to shooting mode, press the shutter lightly or press b (7) on the control button to flashing slowly. The Auto Focus function may be deleted. 27 Shooting still images 2048 4 , Press the shutter...tasks are performed for a while* with in the "Memory Stick." A beeping sound is heard, the shooting is completed, and the still image is set to select "DELETE", then press the center z. 3 Press v on the control button again. Checking the last shot image (Quick Review) REVIEW 2048 6/8 100-0029 2002 ...
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"MEMORY STICK ACCESS" is displayed, press the MENU button, select "DELETE" using b/B on the control button, then press the center z. To cancel the deletion Using V on the ...
"MEMORY STICK ACCESS" is displayed, press the MENU button, select "DELETE" using b/B on the control button, then press the center z. To cancel the deletion Using V on the ...
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... control button. 41 Put a mark next to all of the images you want to delete using v/V/b/B on the control button then press the center z. Deleting still images Deleting on the Index (3 images) screen • SET MENU TO NEXT DELETE EXIT OK APERTURE VALUE : F2.2 SHUTTER SPEED : 1/125 EXPOSURE VALUE : 0.0 ISO ... "EXIT", then press the center z. 1 , While an Index (3 images) screen (page 37) is displayed, select the images you want to the selected images. When "MEMORY STICK ACCESS" disappears, the images have not yet been deleted. At this point, the images have been deleted.
... control button. 41 Put a mark next to all of the images you want to delete using v/V/b/B on the control button then press the center z. Deleting still images Deleting on the Index (3 images) screen • SET MENU TO NEXT DELETE EXIT OK APERTURE VALUE : F2.2 SHUTTER SPEED : 1/125 EXPOSURE VALUE : 0.0 ISO ... "EXIT", then press the center z. 1 , While an Index (3 images) screen (page 37) is displayed, select the images you want to the selected images. When "MEMORY STICK ACCESS" disappears, the images have not yet been deleted. At this point, the images have been deleted.
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DELETE OK CANCEL 100-0028 2002 7 4 10:30PM • OK 3 , Select "OK" using the V on the control button, then press the center z. To cancel the deletion Use V on the control button, then press the center z. At this point, the images have not yet been deleted. When "MEMORY STICK ACCESS" disappears, the image has been deleted. Deleting on the Index (3 images) screen (continued) PRINT PROTECT DELETE 100-0028 2002 7 4 10:30PM • OK MENU button 2 , Press the MENU button, and select "DELETE" using v on the control button to select "CANCEL", then press the center z. 42
DELETE OK CANCEL 100-0028 2002 7 4 10:30PM • OK 3 , Select "OK" using the V on the control button, then press the center z. To cancel the deletion Use V on the control button, then press the center z. At this point, the images have not yet been deleted. When "MEMORY STICK ACCESS" disappears, the image has been deleted. Deleting on the Index (3 images) screen (continued) PRINT PROTECT DELETE 100-0028 2002 7 4 10:30PM • OK MENU button 2 , Press the MENU button, and select "DELETE" using v on the control button to select "CANCEL", then press the center z. 42
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... , Insert the "Memory Stick" you format a "Memory Stick," be aware that all of the images in the "Memory Stick" will be used immediately. this camera, and those available ...commercially, are already formatted, and can be permanently deleted. 2 , Select " " ("SETUP 1") using v/V, and press the center z. Then, press B, select "OK" using v/V on the control button, select "FORMAT" by pressing B. The "Memory Stick" provided with this process is complete. 43 Deleting still images Formatting a "Memory Stick...
... , Insert the "Memory Stick" you format a "Memory Stick," be aware that all of the images in the "Memory Stick" will be used immediately. this camera, and those available ...commercially, are already formatted, and can be permanently deleted. 2 , Select " " ("SETUP 1") using v/V, and press the center z. Then, press B, select "OK" using v/V on the control button, select "FORMAT" by pressing B. The "Memory Stick" provided with this process is complete. 43 Deleting still images Formatting a "Memory Stick...
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...the USB connection using an additional device. See the Sony Website for operating systems not listed above . Recommended ...may be unnecessary depending on your computer When neither a USB connector nor a "Memory Stick" slot is provided, you complete the installation of USB device. • ... environments mentioned above . Copying still images to your computer Copying still images to your computer Follow the...camera and your computer may not recover at the factory (not upgraded) is required for correct 44 operations. iMac with your computer (for Windows users only) If you shot...
...the USB connection using an additional device. See the Sony Website for operating systems not listed above . Recommended ...may be unnecessary depending on your computer When neither a USB connector nor a "Memory Stick" slot is provided, you complete the installation of USB device. • ... environments mentioned above . Copying still images to your computer Copying still images to your computer Follow the...camera and your computer may not recover at the factory (not upgraded) is required for correct 44 operations. iMac with your computer (for Windows users only) If you shot...
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... the PC and your computer. AC power 2 1 adaptor , Insert the "Memory Stick" with the images you can establish the USB connection. • You can use the "PIXELA ImageMixer for Sony" software. Your computer restarts when the installation is completed. Your computer restarts. 2 Preparing your camera "Memory Stick" To the wall outlet (mains) 3 1 3 4 , Click "Yes, I want to...
... the PC and your computer. AC power 2 1 adaptor , Insert the "Memory Stick" with the images you can establish the USB connection. • You can use the "PIXELA ImageMixer for Sony" software. Your computer restarts when the installation is completed. Your computer restarts. 2 Preparing your camera "Memory Stick" To the wall outlet (mains) 3 1 3 4 , Click "Yes, I want to...
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Removing the USB cable from your computer or the "Memory Stick" from your camera during a USB connection For Windows 2000, Me, or XP users 1 Double-click at the lower-right corner of the desktop. 2 Click (Sony DSC), then click "Stop." 3 Confirm the device on the LCD screen of the USB ...desktop. Then, connect the other end of your camera. Proceed to your camera. Copying still images to page 49. 2 "USB MODE NORMAL" appears on the confirmation window, then click "OK." 4 Click "OK." 5 Disconnect the USB cable or remove the "Memory Stick." When a USB connection is set to recognize ...
Removing the USB cable from your computer or the "Memory Stick" from your camera during a USB connection For Windows 2000, Me, or XP users 1 Double-click at the lower-right corner of the desktop. 2 Click (Sony DSC), then click "Stop." 3 Confirm the device on the LCD screen of the USB ...desktop. Then, connect the other end of your camera. Proceed to your camera. Copying still images to page 49. 2 "USB MODE NORMAL" appears on the confirmation window, then click "OK." 4 Click "OK." 5 Disconnect the USB cable or remove the "Memory Stick." When a USB connection is set to recognize ...
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...try to copy an image to your computer. 4 Copying images 1 , Double-click "My Computer," then double-click "Removable Disk." When you shot using your camera appear. • This section describes an example of images they contain (page 51). 3 , Drag and drop the image files into the "My...want to overwrite the existing image with the same file name is stored, the overwrite confirmation message appears. The contents of the "Memory Stick" inserted in your camera. • The folder names vary depending on the type of copying images into the "My Documents" folder. For details, ...
...try to copy an image to your computer. 4 Copying images 1 , Double-click "My Computer," then double-click "Removable Disk." When you shot using your camera appear. • This section describes an example of images they contain (page 51). 3 , Drag and drop the image files into the "My...want to overwrite the existing image with the same file name is stored, the overwrite confirmation message appears. The contents of the "Memory Stick" inserted in your camera. • The folder names vary depending on the type of copying images into the "My Documents" folder. For details, ...
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...3 Click "OK." Try the USB driver installation again using Microsoft Scanner and Camera Wizard, " then click "OK." The "Scanner and Camera Wizard" appears. • When following the steps on page 47, the ...Memory Stick" are already installed. 1 Click "Device Manager." 2 Double-click " Other Devices." 3 Confirm if there is deleted. The device is a " Sony DSC" or " Sony Handycam" with a mark. 3 If you find either of your computer When a removable disk icon is not shown 1 Right-click "My Computer," then click "Property." Copying still images to delete them. 1 Click " Sony DSC" or " Sony...
...3 Click "OK." Try the USB driver installation again using Microsoft Scanner and Camera Wizard, " then click "OK." The "Scanner and Camera Wizard" appears. • When following the steps on page 47, the ...Memory Stick" are already installed. 1 Click "Device Manager." 2 Double-click " Other Devices." 3 Confirm if there is deleted. The device is a " Sony DSC" or " Sony Handycam" with a mark. 3 If you find either of your computer When a removable disk icon is not shown 1 Right-click "My Computer," then click "Property." Copying still images to delete them. 1 Click " Sony DSC" or " Sony...