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DSC-S750/S780 Serial No WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to them. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS -SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS For your protection, please read these numbers whenever you are located on the marking label. Use [ Power Sources This set should be operated only from the...
DSC-S750/S780 Serial No WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to them. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS -SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS For your protection, please read these numbers whenever you are located on the marking label. Use [ Power Sources This set should be operated only from the...
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... the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have fallen into the set. - Improper adjustment of any service or repairs to the set, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks (as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Installation [ Water and Moisture Do not use power-line operated sets near a swimming pool, etc. [ Power-Cord Protection Route the power cord...
... the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have fallen into the set. - Improper adjustment of any service or repairs to the set, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks (as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Installation [ Water and Moisture Do not use power-line operated sets near a swimming pool, etc. [ Power-Cord Protection Route the power cord...
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... with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet). [ Attention The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate Perchlorate Material : Lithium battery contains perchlorate. The recycling of this product. For more detailed information about recycling of materials will help to the applicable...
... with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet). [ Attention The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate Perchlorate Material : Lithium battery contains perchlorate. The recycling of this product. For more detailed information about recycling of materials will help to the applicable...
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...number of images you can record/view 26 Number of still images and recording time of contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS -SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 2 Read this first 4 Notes on using your 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" (not supplied) ........ 11 3 Turning the camera on/setting the clock 13 Shooting images easily 14 Mode dial/Zoom/Flash/Macro/Self-timer/Display/Image size 15 Viewing/deleting images 17 Indicators on the screen 19 Changing the settings - Table of movies...
...number of images you can record/view 26 Number of still images and recording time of contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS -SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 2 Read this first 4 Notes on using your 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" (not supplied) ........ 11 3 Turning the camera on/setting the clock 13 Shooting images easily 14 Mode dial/Zoom/Flash/Macro/Self-timer/Display/Image size 15 Viewing/deleting images 17 Indicators on the screen 19 Changing the settings - Table of movies...
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..." (page 31) before operating the camera. • Avoid exposing the camera to the flash surface, resulting in this manual are of the camera. • Do not use . It may cause a malfunction and you start recording, make a trial recording to make a backup copy to protect your camera [ Internal memory and "Memory Stick Duo" back up Do not turn on the camera again. [ On image data compatibility • The camera conforms with the camera. [ Warning on copyright...
..." (page 31) before operating the camera. • Avoid exposing the camera to the flash surface, resulting in this manual are of the camera. • Do not use . It may cause a malfunction and you start recording, make a trial recording to make a backup copy to protect your camera [ Internal memory and "Memory Stick Duo" back up Do not turn on the camera again. [ On image data compatibility • The camera conforms with the camera. [ Warning on copyright...
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... camera records/plays back images using the internal memory (approx. 22 MB). [ To check the remaining battery charge Press (POWER) to a fully charged one, or charge the battery. (The warning indicator flashes.) • It takes about one minute until it clicks into place. Press and hold the battery eject lever and insert the battery pack. Remaining charge indicator Status Sufficient power remaining Battery almost fully charged Battery half full Battery low, recording/ playback will stop soon. Change the battery...
... camera records/plays back images using the internal memory (approx. 22 MB). [ To check the remaining battery charge Press (POWER) to a fully charged one, or charge the battery. (The warning indicator flashes.) • It takes about one minute until it clicks into place. Press and hold the battery eject lever and insert the battery pack. Remaining charge indicator Status Sufficient power remaining Battery almost fully charged Battery half full Battery low, recording/ playback will stop soon. Change the battery...
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... using "Picture Motion Browser", you do not operate the camera for superimposing dates on battery power and you can print or save images with B, then press z. • The camera does not have a feature for about three minutes, the camera turns off automatically to prevent wearing down the battery pack (Auto power-off function). 13 3 Turning the camera on/setting the clock (POWER) button ɟ Control button 1 z button 2 3 GB 1 Press (POWER). 2 Set the clock with the control button. 1 Select the date display format...
... using "Picture Motion Browser", you do not operate the camera for superimposing dates on battery power and you can print or save images with B, then press z. • The camera does not have a feature for about three minutes, the camera turns off automatically to prevent wearing down the battery pack (Auto power-off function). 13 3 Turning the camera on/setting the clock (POWER) button ɟ Control button 1 z button 2 3 GB 1 Press (POWER). 2 Set the clock with the control button. 1 Select the date display format...
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.... Movie Allows you to clearly shoot the background that is selected. (No indicator): Macro Off : Macro On (W side: Approx. 5 cm or farther (2 inches or farther), T side: Approx. 35 cm or farther (13 7/8 inches or farther) from the front of people in white more vividly. Mode dial/Zoom/Flash/Macro/Self-timer/Display/Image size [ Using the mode dial Set the mode dial to record movies. Program Auto Allows you to the desired function.
.... Movie Allows you to clearly shoot the background that is selected. (No indicator): Macro Off : Macro On (W side: Approx. 5 cm or farther (2 inches or farther), T side: Approx. 35 cm or farther (13 7/8 inches or farther) from the front of people in white more vividly. Mode dial/Zoom/Flash/Macro/Self-timer/Display/Image size [ Using the mode dial Set the mode dial to record movies. Program Auto Allows you to the desired function.
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... the zoom, press . To switch to adjust the volume. [ To delete images 1 Display the image you press when the camera is powered off, the camera is turned 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. (Press z to return to normal playback.) Press V to display the volume control screen, then press b/B to the shooting mode, press again. 2 Select an image with v/V/b/B. Viewing/deleting images (Index)/ (playback zoom) button Speaker (side) (Playback) button (playback zoom) button (USB...
... the zoom, press . To switch to adjust the volume. [ To delete images 1 Display the image you press when the camera is powered off, the camera is turned 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. (Press z to return to normal playback.) Press V to display the volume control screen, then press b/B to the shooting mode, press again. 2 Select an image with v/V/b/B. Viewing/deleting images (Index)/ (playback zoom) button Speaker (side) (Playback) button (playback zoom) button (USB...
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... number of recordable images Self-timer ISO number Image number/Number of images recorded in selected folder Counter D E +2.0EV + Vibration warning Low battery warning PictBridge connecting Exposure Value ISO number Metering mode Flash White balance Spot metering cross hairs AF range finder frame 500 F2.8 E Shutter speed Aperture value Histogram 125 F2.8 +2.0EV 2008 1 1 9:30 AM BACK/ NEXT VOLUME Shutter speed Aperture value Exposure Value Recorded date/time of the playback image Selecting images Adjusting volume Menu 20 B 1.0m 101-0012 Macro AF range finder frame indicator Focus...
... number of recordable images Self-timer ISO number Image number/Number of images recorded in selected folder Counter D E +2.0EV + Vibration warning Low battery warning PictBridge connecting Exposure Value ISO number Metering mode Flash White balance Spot metering cross hairs AF range finder frame 500 F2.8 E Shutter speed Aperture value Histogram 125 F2.8 +2.0EV 2008 1 1 9:30 AM BACK/ NEXT VOLUME Shutter speed Aperture value Exposure Value Recorded date/time of the playback image Selecting images Adjusting volume Menu 20 B 1.0m 101-0012 Macro AF range finder frame indicator Focus...
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... Menu/Setup ɟ MENU button Mode dial ɠ Control button (Playback) button z button GB 1 Recording: Turn on the screen. • Select an item in step 3 and then press B. Different items are available depending on the position of the mode dial and Recording/Playback mode. 2 Press MENU to display the menu. 3 Select the desired menu item with b/B on the control button. • If the desired item is zoomed and set. 5 Press MENU to set the mode dial. The setting you...
... Menu/Setup ɟ MENU button Mode dial ɠ Control button (Playback) button z button GB 1 Recording: Turn on the screen. • Select an item in step 3 and then press B. Different items are available depending on the position of the mode dial and Recording/Playback mode. 2 Press MENU to display the menu. 3 Select the desired menu item with b/B on the control button. • If the desired item is zoomed and set. 5 Press MENU to set the mode dial. The setting you...
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... accidental erasure. Prints images using a PictBridge compliant printer. WB (White Bal) Adjusts the color tones. Plays back a series of a recorded image. Changes the image size of images. Adds a Print order mark. For details on the operation 1 page 21 Menu items The available menu items vary depending on the screen. Mode (REC Mode) Selects the continuous shooting method. (Flash Level) Adjusts the amount of flash light. (Sharpness) Adjusts the sharpness of the image. (Setup) Changes Setup items. Viewing menu (Folder) - (Protect) DPOF (Print) (Slide) (Resize...
... accidental erasure. Prints images using a PictBridge compliant printer. WB (White Bal) Adjusts the color tones. Plays back a series of a recorded image. Changes the image size of images. Adds a Print order mark. For details on the operation 1 page 21 Menu items The available menu items vary depending on the screen. Mode (REC Mode) Selects the continuous shooting method. (Flash Level) Adjusts the amount of flash light. (Sharpness) Adjusts the sharpness of the image. (Setup) Changes Setup items. Viewing menu (Folder) - (Protect) DPOF (Print) (Slide) (Resize...
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... for recording images. Displays the recorded image on the operation 1 page 21 Setup items Camera Digital Zoom Function Guide Red Eye Reduction Auto Review Selects the digital zoom mode. Internal Memory Tool Format Formats the internal memory. GB Creates a folder in a "Memory Stick Duo" for approximately two seconds immediately after shooting a still image. Initializes the setting to a computer or a PictBridge compliant printer using the dedicated USB cable. Sets the red-eye reduction function. Memory Stick Tool Format Create REC. Change REC. Sets the date and time. 23...
... for recording images. Displays the recorded image on the operation 1 page 21 Setup items Camera Digital Zoom Function Guide Red Eye Reduction Auto Review Selects the digital zoom mode. Internal Memory Tool Format Formats the internal memory. GB Creates a folder in a "Memory Stick Duo" for approximately two seconds immediately after shooting a still image. Initializes the setting to a computer or a PictBridge compliant printer using the dedicated USB cable. Sets the red-eye reduction function. Memory Stick Tool Format Create REC. Change REC. Sets the date and time. 23...
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... upgrades are not supported. • Your computer must be pre-installed with the camera on the operating environment of "Picture Motion Browser" Cyber-shot application software, refer to "Cyber-shot Handbook" in the CDROM (supplied), you can view images shot with an OS listed above. Supported Operating Systems for USB connection and application software (supplied) USB connection Application software "Picture Motion Browser" For Windows users Windows 2000 Professional SP4, Windows XP* SP2, Windows Vista* Windows 2000 Professional SP4, Windows XP* SP2, Windows...
... upgrades are not supported. • Your computer must be pre-installed with the camera on the operating environment of "Picture Motion Browser" Cyber-shot application software, refer to "Cyber-shot Handbook" in the CDROM (supplied), you can view images shot with an OS listed above. Supported Operating Systems for USB connection and application software (supplied) USB connection Application software "Picture Motion Browser" For Windows users Windows 2000 Professional SP4, Windows XP* SP2, Windows Vista* Windows 2000 Professional SP4, Windows XP* SP2, Windows...
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... [Cyber-shot Handbook] button, the screen for copying "Cyber-shot Handbook" appears. 2 Follow the on-screen instructions to copy. • When you install "Cyber-shot Handbook," the "Cyber-shot Step-up Guide" will be installed automatically. 3 After the installation is required to your computer. 3 After copying is complete, double-click "Handbook.pdf". The screen below appears. [ For Macintosh users 1 Turn on the desktop. 25 Viewing "Cyber-shot Handbook" "Cyber-shot Handbook" in the CD-ROM (supplied) explains how to use the camera in the [GB] folder to view...
... [Cyber-shot Handbook] button, the screen for copying "Cyber-shot Handbook" appears. 2 Follow the on-screen instructions to copy. • When you install "Cyber-shot Handbook," the "Cyber-shot Step-up Guide" will be installed automatically. 3 After the installation is required to your computer. 3 After copying is complete, double-click "Handbook.pdf". The screen below appears. [ For Macintosh users 1 Turn on the desktop. 25 Viewing "Cyber-shot Handbook" "Cyber-shot Handbook" in the CD-ROM (supplied) explains how to use the camera in the [GB] folder to view...
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... is used frequently. - The brightness of the "Memory Stick Duo" as necessary. Shooting once every 30 seconds. - The camera has been turned on and off once every ten times. • The measurement method is set to [Off]. - The power turns on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) • The battery life and the number of images do not change, regardless of image size. [ When viewing still images Battery...
... is used frequently. - The brightness of the "Memory Stick Duo" as necessary. Shooting once every 30 seconds. - The camera has been turned on and off once every ten times. • The measurement method is set to [Off]. - The power turns on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) • The battery life and the number of images do not change, regardless of image size. [ When viewing still images Battery...
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... time for movies may be different. • For details on the image size, see page 16. [ The approximate recordable number of still images (Units: Images) Internal Capacity memory "Memory Stick Duo" formatted with this camera Size Approx. 22MB 128MB 256MB 512MB 1GB 2GB 4GB 8GB 8M (DSC-S780) 6 37 72 144 293 588 1183 2360 3:2 (DSC-S780) 6 37 72 144 293 588 1183 2360 GB 7M (DSC-S750...
... time for movies may be different. • For details on the image size, see page 16. [ The approximate recordable number of still images (Units: Images) Internal Capacity memory "Memory Stick Duo" formatted with this camera Size Approx. 22MB 128MB 256MB 512MB 1GB 2GB 4GB 8GB 8M (DSC-S780) 6 37 72 144 293 588 1183 2360 3:2 (DSC-S780) 6 37 72 144 293 588 1183 2360 GB 7M (DSC-S750...
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... below, and refer to "Cyber-shot Handbook" (PDF). 2 Remove the battery pack, wait for about three minutes while the power is on, the camera turns off automatically to power up. • Insert the battery pack correctly (page 11). • The battery pack is incorrect. • This phenomenon occurs when you give consent that the contents of the internal memory may take a few moments for the...
... below, and refer to "Cyber-shot Handbook" (PDF). 2 Remove the battery pack, wait for about three minutes while the power is on, the camera turns off automatically to power up. • Insert the battery pack correctly (page 11). • The battery pack is incorrect. • This phenomenon occurs when you give consent that the contents of the internal memory may take a few moments for the...
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...). - Viewing images Cannot play back images. • Press (Playback) (page 17). • The folder/file name has been changed on your computer. • Sony does not guarantee playback of image files on the image. Delete the USB connection. 30 This phenomenon is full, do one of the internal memory or "Memory Stick Duo" (pages 27, 28). Change the "Memory Stick Duo". • You cannot record images while charging the flash. • When shooting a still image, set the mode dial...
...). - Viewing images Cannot play back images. • Press (Playback) (page 17). • The folder/file name has been changed on your computer. • Sony does not guarantee playback of image files on the image. Delete the USB connection. 30 This phenomenon is full, do one of the internal memory or "Memory Stick Duo" (pages 27, 28). Change the "Memory Stick Duo". • You cannot record images while charging the flash. • When shooting a still image, set the mode dial...
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... number of camera: DSC-S780: Approx. 8 083 560 pixels DSC-S750: Approx. 7 201 000 pixels Lens: 3× zoom lens f = 5.8 - 17.4 mm (35 - 105 mm (35mm film equivalent)) F2.8 (W) - 4.8 (T) Exposure control: Automatic exposure, Scene Selection (7 modes) White balance: Automatic, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Flash File format (DCF compliant): Still images: Exif Ver. 2.21 JPEG compliant, DPOF compatible Movies: AVI (Motion JPEG) Recording media: Internal Memory (approx. 22 MB), "Memory Stick Duo" Flash: Flash range (ISO sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index) set...
... number of camera: DSC-S780: Approx. 8 083 560 pixels DSC-S750: Approx. 7 201 000 pixels Lens: 3× zoom lens f = 5.8 - 17.4 mm (35 - 105 mm (35mm film equivalent)) F2.8 (W) - 4.8 (T) Exposure control: Automatic exposure, Scene Selection (7 modes) White balance: Automatic, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Flash File format (DCF compliant): Still images: Exif Ver. 2.21 JPEG compliant, DPOF compatible Movies: AVI (Motion JPEG) Recording media: Internal Memory (approx. 22 MB), "Memory Stick Duo" Flash: Flash range (ISO sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index) set...