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Model No. Preparation Digital Still Camera Instruction Manual DSC-S500 Before operating the unit, please read this product. Refer to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. DSC-S500 Serial No Additional information on this product and answers to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this manual and "Cyber-shot Handbook" (PDF...
Model No. Preparation Digital Still Camera Instruction Manual DSC-S500 Before operating the unit, please read this product. Refer to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. DSC-S500 Serial No Additional information on this product and answers to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this manual and "Cyber-shot Handbook" (PDF...
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... cause harmful interference to radio communications. If this equipment. Connect the equipment into an outlet on its packaging indicates that this camera. The supplied interface cable must accept any changes or modifications not expressly approved in a residential installation. The recycling of the ... could void your household waste disposal service or the shop where you will help prevent potential negative consequences for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. Disposal of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your authority to...
... cause harmful interference to radio communications. If this equipment. Connect the equipment into an outlet on its packaging indicates that this camera. The supplied interface cable must accept any changes or modifications not expressly approved in a residential installation. The recycling of the ... could void your household waste disposal service or the shop where you will help prevent potential negative consequences for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. Disposal of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your authority to...
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... cards cannot be used by this may not be used (not supplied) The IC recording medium used . Notes on recording/playback • This camera is neither dust-proof, nor splashproof, nor water-proof. • Before you record one-time events, make a trial recording to make sure that ...contents of the recording cannot be compensated for if recording or playback is not possible due to record or play back properly. • Using the camera in sandy or dusty locations may cause malfunctions. • If moisture condensation occurs, remove it may be able to a malfunction of "Memory Stick...
... cards cannot be used by this may not be used (not supplied) The IC recording medium used . Notes on recording/playback • This camera is neither dust-proof, nor splashproof, nor water-proof. • Before you record one-time events, make a trial recording to make sure that ...contents of the recording cannot be compensated for if recording or playback is not possible due to record or play back properly. • Using the camera in sandy or dusty locations may cause malfunctions. • If moisture condensation occurs, remove it may be able to a malfunction of "Memory Stick...
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...become deformed and this manual are reproduced images, and are not actual images shot using extremely high-precision technology so over 99.4% of images recorded with your hand. • Do not leave the camera in color) that may cause a malfunction. • Images may trail across... other equipment and playback of the copyright laws. Unauthorized recording of pictures in any way. This may be repaired. Cleaning the camera surface Clean the camera surface with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water, then wipe the surface with an LCD cleaning kit (not supplied) to...
...become deformed and this manual are reproduced images, and are not actual images shot using extremely high-precision technology so over 99.4% of images recorded with your hand. • Do not leave the camera in color) that may cause a malfunction. • Images may trail across... other equipment and playback of the copyright laws. Unauthorized recording of pictures in any way. This may be repaired. Cleaning the camera surface Clean the camera surface with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water, then wipe the surface with an LCD cleaning kit (not supplied) to...
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...is continually charged as long as you will be sure to the hot outdoors, etc. If moisture condensation occurs Turn off . On operating temperatures Your camera is designed for use under the temperatures between 5°C and 40°C (41°F and 104°F).) Shooting in extremely cold or hot ...places that if you attempt to record clear images. On moisture condensation If the camera is brought directly from an air-conditioned room or car interior to charge this rechargeable battery is not charged, you can still use the...
...is continually charged as long as you will be sure to the hot outdoors, etc. If moisture condensation occurs Turn off . On operating temperatures Your camera is designed for use under the temperatures between 5°C and 40°C (41°F and 104°F).) Shooting in extremely cold or hot ...places that if you attempt to record clear images. On moisture condensation If the camera is brought directly from an air-conditioned room or car interior to charge this rechargeable battery is not charged, you can still use the...
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Table of contents Read this first 5 Notes on using your camera 6 Preparation 10 Check the accessories (supplied 10 Insert the batteries 10 Insert a "Memory Stick Duo" (not supplied 12 Getting started 13 Shoot images ...15 View/delete images 18 Printing images 20 Troubleshooting 22 Others 25 Supported Operating Systems for USB connection and application software (supplied 25 Viewing "Cyber-shot Handbook 25 Specifications 26 Identifying parts 27 Indicators on the screen Back cover Enjoying additional functions on recording/playback using the menu Selecting the desired...
Table of contents Read this first 5 Notes on using your camera 6 Preparation 10 Check the accessories (supplied 10 Insert the batteries 10 Insert a "Memory Stick Duo" (not supplied 12 Getting started 13 Shoot images ...15 View/delete images 18 Printing images 20 Troubleshooting 22 Others 25 Supported Operating Systems for USB connection and application software (supplied 25 Viewing "Cyber-shot Handbook 25 Specifications 26 Identifying parts 27 Indicators on the screen Back cover Enjoying additional functions on recording/playback using the menu Selecting the desired...
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... Match +/- and insert. Be careful not to bump the lens or the LCD screen, and not to apply force to prevent the camera from damage by being dropped, etc. Be careful not to drop the batteries. 10 Close the battery/ "Memory Stick Duo" cover.... (supplied) list • LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries (2) • A/V cable (1) • USB cable (1) • Wrist strap (1) • CD-ROM (Cyber-shot application software, handbook "Cyber-shot Handbook") (1) • Operating instructions for digital still camera "Instruction Manual" (this manual) (1) Attach the wrist strap The...
... Match +/- and insert. Be careful not to bump the lens or the LCD screen, and not to apply force to prevent the camera from damage by being dropped, etc. Be careful not to drop the batteries. 10 Close the battery/ "Memory Stick Duo" cover.... (supplied) list • LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries (2) • A/V cable (1) • USB cable (1) • Wrist strap (1) • CD-ROM (Cyber-shot application software, handbook "Cyber-shot Handbook") (1) • Operating instructions for digital still camera "Instruction Manual" (this manual) (1) Attach the wrist strap The...
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... (Approx.) 60 350 Battery life (min.) (Approx.) 30 170 • The measurement method is based on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) 11 Replace the batteries with your camera Battery type LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries HR 15/51:HR6 (size AA) Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries* ZR6 (size AA) Oxy...
... (Approx.) 60 350 Battery life (min.) (Approx.) 30 170 • The measurement method is based on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) 11 Replace the batteries with your camera Battery type LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries HR 15/51:HR6 (size AA) Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries* ZR6 (size AA) Oxy...
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...) 256MB 512MB 77 77 148 238 1428 157 157 302 484 2904 12 However, purchase of internal memory. You may be used. Access lamp The camera has approx. 25 MB of a "Memory Stick Duo" is lit Never open the battery/"Memory Stick Duo" cover or turn off the power as ... in once. • The values shown for alkaline battery are based on commercial norms, and do not apply to purchase an additional battery for regular camera use only. The table below shows the approximate total number of still images and approximate movie recording time that can be corrupted. The values may...
...) 256MB 512MB 77 77 148 238 1428 157 157 302 484 2904 12 However, purchase of internal memory. You may be used. Access lamp The camera has approx. 25 MB of a "Memory Stick Duo" is lit Never open the battery/"Memory Stick Duo" cover or turn off the power as ... in once. • The values shown for alkaline battery are based on commercial norms, and do not apply to purchase an additional battery for regular camera use only. The table below shows the approximate total number of still images and approximate movie recording time that can be corrupted. The values may...
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... turning on the power, do not touch the lens portion as this may cause a malfunction. • If the camera is running on battery power and you do not leave the camera with the lens portion extended for a long period of time with v, then press z. 13 Set/Change the date and... and the lens portion extends. The POWER lamp lights up. To turn off To turn on, press POWER (A). Also, do not operate the camera about three minutes, the camera turns off automatically to the (Setup) setting, then press B again. 3 Select (Setup2) with V, then press B. 2 4 Select [Clock Set] with V, then press B. 5 ...
... turning on the power, do not touch the lens portion as this may cause a malfunction. • If the camera is running on battery power and you do not leave the camera with the lens portion extended for a long period of time with v, then press z. 13 Set/Change the date and... and the lens portion extends. The POWER lamp lights up. To turn off To turn on, press POWER (A). Also, do not operate the camera about three minutes, the camera turns off automatically to the (Setup) setting, then press B again. 3 Select (Setup2) with V, then press B. 2 4 Select [Clock Set] with V, then press B. 5 ...
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...: Select . Shoot an image 1 Select a mode (A). Movie: Press fully down again. 15 Shoot images easily (Auto adjustment mode) A B Hold the camera Shoot images easily (Auto adjustment mode) Position the subject in dark places is also recommended. Using a tripod may be effective. Also, using the flash in... the center of the focus frame Hints for preventing blur Hold the camera steadily, keeping your arms at your side. The shutter sounds. Still image: Press and hold halfway down . AE/AF lock indicator Flashing ...
...: Select . Shoot an image 1 Select a mode (A). Movie: Press fully down again. 15 Shoot images easily (Auto adjustment mode) A B Hold the camera Shoot images easily (Auto adjustment mode) Position the subject in dark places is also recommended. Using a tripod may be effective. Also, using the flash in... the center of the focus frame Hints for preventing blur Hold the camera steadily, keeping your arms at your side. The shutter sounds. Still image: Press and hold halfway down . AE/AF lock indicator Flashing ...
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...VGA W T 30 5.0 • You cannot change the zoom scale while shooting a movie. • When the zoom scale exceeds 3×, the camera uses [Digital Zoom]. You can also make various settings using the mode dial 1 Set the mode dial to the desired still image shooting mode. 2 Shoot with the... snap For soft portraits of candlelit scenes. Twilight portrait* For portraits in , or W (wide angle) to zoom out when composing your shot. Auto adjustment mode ( ) Adjusts settings automatically for a scene. The following modes are predetermined to match the scene conditions. To shoot an...
...VGA W T 30 5.0 • You cannot change the zoom scale while shooting a movie. • When the zoom scale exceeds 3×, the camera uses [Digital Zoom]. You can also make various settings using the mode dial 1 Set the mode dial to the desired still image shooting mode. 2 Shoot with the... snap For soft portraits of candlelit scenes. Twilight portrait* For portraits in , or W (wide angle) to zoom out when composing your shot. Auto adjustment mode ( ) Adjusts settings automatically for a scene. The following modes are predetermined to match the scene conditions. To shoot an...
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... step 2. (Delete) (C). Sound can check the last image you want to normal playback: z) Stop playback: z • Sound is not output during movie playback on this camera. Press b ( ) on a computer or TV. To view an image using the control button (Quick Review) You can be heard when viewing a movie on the control...
... step 2. (Delete) (C). Sound can check the last image you want to normal playback: z) Stop playback: z • Sound is not output during movie playback on this camera. Press b ( ) on a computer or TV. To view an image using the control button (Quick Review) You can be heard when viewing a movie on the control...
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... press z. 2 Select the image you want to delete with v/V/b/B. To view images on a TV screen You can view images on a TV screen by connecting the camera to the single-image screen, press z.
... press z. 2 Select the image you want to delete with v/V/b/B. To view images on a TV screen You can view images on a TV screen by connecting the camera to the single-image screen, press z.
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... compliant printer Even if you do not have a computer, you can print images shot using your camera by connecting the camera directly to a PictBridge compliant printer. • "PictBridge" is based on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) Notes: • You cannot print movies. • ...If the indicator flashes on the screen of the camera for about five seconds (error notification), check the connected printer. • For further details on the control button to "Cyber-shot Handbook". The USB mode is recommended to use PictBridge print and how to...
... compliant printer Even if you do not have a computer, you can print images shot using your camera by connecting the camera directly to a PictBridge compliant printer. • "PictBridge" is based on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) Notes: • You cannot print movies. • ...If the indicator flashes on the screen of the camera for about five seconds (error notification), check the connected printer. • For further details on the control button to "Cyber-shot Handbook". The USB mode is recommended to use PictBridge print and how to...
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...in step 1. The following procedure describes how to the printer. 2To the (USB) jack 1To the USB jack USB cable 2 Turn on your camera and the printer. Stage 3: Printing Regardless of what the mode dial is set to print with b/B, then press z. Stage 2: Connecting the... camera to the printer 1 Connect the camera to print the image appearing on the screen after the USB cable is connected. 1 Select [This image] with v/V on the control button, then ...
...in step 1. The following procedure describes how to the printer. 2To the (USB) jack 1To the USB jack USB cable 2 Turn on your camera and the printer. Stage 3: Printing Regardless of what the mode dial is set to print with b/B, then press z. Stage 2: Connecting the... camera to the printer 1 Connect the camera to print the image appearing on the screen after the USB cable is connected. 1 Select [This image] with v/V on the control button, then ...
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... batteries (not supplied), charge them with your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Turn on the power. 3 Initialize the settings. Batteries and power The batteries run down the batteries. Refer to "Troubleshooting" in the "Cyber-shot Handbook" regarding unlisted items on these pages. ...the MENU, and then select [Initialize] in an extremely cold location. • The batteries are dead. Turn off automatically to 24. Camera power is not a malfunction. The power turns off automatically when you open the battery/"Memory Stick Duo" cover. • This is...
... batteries (not supplied), charge them with your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Turn on the power. 3 Initialize the settings. Batteries and power The batteries run down the batteries. Refer to "Troubleshooting" in the "Cyber-shot Handbook" regarding unlisted items on these pages. ...the MENU, and then select [Initialize] in an extremely cold location. • The batteries are dead. Turn off automatically to 24. Camera power is not a malfunction. The power turns off automatically when you open the battery/"Memory Stick Duo" cover. • This is...
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... shooting distance using the "Memory Stick Duo" with the write-protect switch, and the switch is selected in the Scene Selection. Shooting still images Your camera cannot record images. • Check the free capacity of the following: - Change the "Memory Stick Duo". • You are using the flash. • Light the...
... shooting distance using the "Memory Stick Duo" with the write-protect switch, and the switch is selected in the Scene Selection. Shooting still images Your camera cannot record images. • Check the free capacity of the following: - Change the "Memory Stick Duo". • You are using the flash. • Light the...
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Delete the USB connection. The date and time are not displayed. • The (Screen status) button is connected to the USB jack. 24 The image does not appear on the TV screen. • Check [Video Out] to see if the video output signal of your camera is set to (page 18). • The camera is in USB mode. Viewing images Your camera cannot play back images. • Set the mode dial to the color system of your TV. • Check whether the connection is correct. • The USB cable is turned off.
Delete the USB connection. The date and time are not displayed. • The (Screen status) button is connected to the USB jack. 24 The image does not appear on the TV screen. • Check [Video Out] to see if the video output signal of your camera is set to (page 18). • The camera is in USB mode. Viewing images Your camera cannot play back images. • Set the mode dial to the color system of your TV. • Check whether the connection is correct. • The USB cable is turned off.
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.... 6 003 000 pixels Lens 3× zoom lens f = 5.4 - 16.2 mm (32 - 96 mm when converted to a 35 mm still camera) F2.8 - 4.8 Exposure control Automatic exposure, Scene Selection (6 modes) White balance Automatic, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent, Incandescent File format (DCF compliant) Still images: Exif Ver. 2.21 JPEG ...
.... 6 003 000 pixels Lens 3× zoom lens f = 5.4 - 16.2 mm (32 - 96 mm when converted to a 35 mm still camera) F2.8 - 4.8 Exposure control Automatic exposure, Scene Selection (6 modes) White balance Automatic, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent, Incandescent File format (DCF compliant) Still images: Exif Ver. 2.21 JPEG ...