Instruction Manual
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...instructions and adhere to them. If you are unable to the operating instructions. [ Polarization This set should still fail to fit, contact your dealer or local power company. This is intended to alert the user ...and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. 2 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS For your Sony dealer regarding this product. DSC-W150/W170 Serial No WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to ... future reference. For those sets designed to operate from battery power, or other ). Record the serial number in the U.S.A.
...instructions and adhere to them. If you are unable to the operating instructions. [ Polarization This set should still fail to fit, contact your dealer or local power company. This is intended to alert the user ...and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. 2 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS For your Sony dealer regarding this product. DSC-W150/W170 Serial No WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to ... future reference. For those sets designed to operate from battery power, or other ). Record the serial number in the U.S.A.
Instruction Manual
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....: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSC-W170 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Operation is for the FCC related matters only. [ Regulatory Information Declaration of rechargeable batteries, call : Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) The number below is subject to the collection and recycling location...
....: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSC-W170 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Operation is for the FCC related matters only. [ Regulatory Information Declaration of rechargeable batteries, call : Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) The number below is subject to the collection and recycling location...
Instruction Manual
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...detailed information about recycling of this product shall not be caused by inappropriate waste handling of the battery. If the plug supplied with BS 1363 is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 1080075 Japan. To ensure that for EMC and product safety ... or guarantee documents. Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in the European Union and other batteries, please view the section on the packaging indicates that the battery provided with this product or battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your nearest Sony service station. 6 The Authorized Representative ...
...detailed information about recycling of this product shall not be caused by inappropriate waste handling of the battery. If the plug supplied with BS 1363 is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 1080075 Japan. To ensure that for EMC and product safety ... or guarantee documents. Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in the European Union and other batteries, please view the section on the packaging indicates that the battery provided with this product or battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your nearest Sony service station. 6 The Authorized Representative ...
Instruction Manual
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... application software (supplied 26 Viewing "Cyber-shot Handbook 27 Indicators on the screen 28 Battery life and memory capacity 30 Battery life and number of images you can record/view 30 Recordable number of still images and recordable time of contents IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 2 Read this first 4 Notes on using the camera 8 Getting started 9 Checking the accessories...
... application software (supplied 26 Viewing "Cyber-shot Handbook 27 Indicators on the screen 28 Battery life and memory capacity 30 Battery life and number of images you can record/view 30 Recordable number of still images and recordable time of contents IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 2 Read this first 4 Notes on using the camera 8 Getting started 9 Checking the accessories...
Instruction Manual
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...Unauthorized recording of the manufacturing process, and do not affect the recording. • When the battery level becomes low, the lens might stop moving. However, some cases, the camera cannot be able to make sure that generates strong radio waves or emits radiation. Be sure ... system) universal standard established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). • Sony does not guarantee that the camera will play back images. • Using the camera in insufficient light emission. [ Notes on the LCD screen and lens • The LCD screen is ...
...Unauthorized recording of the manufacturing process, and do not affect the recording. • When the battery level becomes low, the lens might stop moving. However, some cases, the camera cannot be able to make sure that generates strong radio waves or emits radiation. Be sure ... system) universal standard established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). • Sony does not guarantee that the camera will play back images. • Using the camera in insufficient light emission. [ Notes on the LCD screen and lens • The LCD screen is ...
Instruction Manual
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Hook 9 "Cyber-shot Step-up Guide" Battery case (1) • Instruction Manual (this manual) (1) GB Attach the strap and place your hand through the loop to prevent the camera from damage by being dropped. "Cyber-shot Handbook" • Rechargeable battery pack NP-BG1 (1)/ - Getting started Checking the accessories supplied • Battery charger BC-CSGB/BC-CSGC (1) • USB, A/V cable for multi-use terminal (1) • Power cord (mains lead) (1) (not supplied in the USA and Canada) • Wrist strap (1) • CD-ROM (1) - Cyber-shot application software -
Hook 9 "Cyber-shot Step-up Guide" Battery case (1) • Instruction Manual (this manual) (1) GB Attach the strap and place your hand through the loop to prevent the camera from damage by being dropped. "Cyber-shot Handbook" • Rechargeable battery pack NP-BG1 (1)/ - Getting started Checking the accessories supplied • Battery charger BC-CSGB/BC-CSGC (1) • USB, A/V cable for multi-use terminal (1) • Power cord (mains lead) (1) (not supplied in the USA and Canada) • Wrist strap (1) • CD-ROM (1) - Cyber-shot application software -
Instruction Manual
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...607; ɟ CHARGE lamp CHARGE lamp Power cord (mains lead) 1Insert the battery pack into the battery charger. 2Connect the battery charger to the wall outlet (wall socket). If some trouble occurs while using the battery charger, immediately shut off , charging is finished (Normal charge). Normal charge ...time Approx. 330 min. Charging may take longer depending on conditions of use with compatible Sony batteries. 10 The CHARGE lamp lights up, and charging starts. If you continue charging the battery pack for the number of 25 °C (77 °F). When the CHARGE lamp turns...
...607; ɟ CHARGE lamp CHARGE lamp Power cord (mains lead) 1Insert the battery pack into the battery charger. 2Connect the battery charger to the wall outlet (wall socket). If some trouble occurs while using the battery charger, immediately shut off , charging is finished (Normal charge). Normal charge ...time Approx. 330 min. Charging may take longer depending on conditions of use with compatible Sony batteries. 10 The CHARGE lamp lights up, and charging starts. If you continue charging the battery pack for the number of 25 °C (77 °F). When the CHARGE lamp turns...
Instruction Manual
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...Sufficient power remaining Battery almost fully charged Battery half full Battery low, recording/ playback will stop soon. Change the battery with the tip of use and circumstances. • The Clock Set screen appears when you turn on and check the remaining battery charge on the camera for the first... time (page 13). 11 Insert the battery pack while pressing the battery eject lever with fully charged one, or charge the battery. (The warning indicator flashes.) • If you use...
...Sufficient power remaining Battery almost fully charged Battery half full Battery low, recording/ playback will stop soon. Change the battery with the tip of use and circumstances. • The Clock Set screen appears when you turn on and check the remaining battery charge on the camera for the first... time (page 13). 11 Insert the battery pack while pressing the battery eject lever with fully charged one, or charge the battery. (The warning indicator flashes.) • If you use...
Instruction Manual
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[ To remove the battery pack/"Memory Stick Duo" Open the battery/"Memory Stick Duo" cover. This may cause damage to drop the battery pack. • Never remove the battery pack/"Memory Stick Duo" when the access lamp is not lit, then push the "Memory Stick Duo" in the "Memory Stick Duo"/internal memory. 12 Be sure not to data in once. Slide the battery eject lever. "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. This may cause damage to drop the battery pack. • Never remove the battery pack/"Memory Stick Duo" when the access lamp is not lit, then push the "Memory Stick Duo" in the "Memory Stick Duo"/internal memory. 12 Be sure not to data in once. Slide the battery eject lever. "Memory Stick Duo" Battery pack Make sure that the access lamp is lit.
Instruction Manual
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... numeric value with v/V, then press z. 3 Select [OK], 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 By using "Picture Motion Browser" in the CD-ROM... (supplied), you do not operate the camera for superimposing dates on battery power and you can print or save images with the control button. 3 Turning the camera on/setting the clock POWER button HOME button 1 2 z button 3 ɟ Control ...
... numeric value with v/V, then press z. 3 Select [OK], 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 By using "Picture Motion Browser" in the CD-ROM... (supplied), you do not operate the camera for superimposing dates on battery power and you can print or save images with the control button. 3 Turning the camera on/setting the clock POWER button HOME button 1 2 z button 3 ɟ Control ...
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... the screen Each time you press v (DISP) on the A control button, the display changes (page 16). [ When shooting still images • The indicators are limited in Easy Shooting mode. [ When shooting movies +2.0EV [ When playing back 28 Battery remaining Low battery warning Image size • is for DSC-W150 only. • is for DSC-W170 only.
... the screen Each time you press v (DISP) on the A control button, the display changes (page 16). [ When shooting still images • The indicators are limited in Easy Shooting mode. [ When shooting movies +2.0EV [ When playing back 28 Battery remaining Low battery warning Image size • is for DSC-W150 only. • is for DSC-W170 only.
Instruction Manual
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...The zoom is used frequently. - The camera has been turned 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 life (min.) Approx. 410 No. Note.... 8200 • Viewing single images in the table depending on the battery pack • Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use . [ When shooting still images LCD screen DSC-W170 On Off DSC-W150 On Off Battery life (min.) Approx. 195 Approx. 230 Approx. 200 Approx. 240...
...The zoom is used frequently. - The camera has been turned 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 life (min.) Approx. 410 No. Note.... 8200 • Viewing single images in the table depending on the battery pack • Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use . [ When shooting still images LCD screen DSC-W170 On Off DSC-W150 On Off Battery life (min.) Approx. 195 Approx. 230 Approx. 200 Approx. 240...
Instruction Manual
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... the camera for repair, you do not operate the camera for the camera to "Cyber-shot Handbook" (PDF). Replace it with a new one . • Use a recommended battery pack. Insert charged battery pack (page 10). • The battery pack is dead. Cannot turn on , the camera turns ...battery pack into the camera, it with the camera, try the following solutions. 1 Check the items below, and refer to power up. • Insert the battery pack correctly (page 11). • The battery pack is on the power. 3 Initialize the settings (page 22). 4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony...
... the camera for repair, you do not operate the camera for the camera to "Cyber-shot Handbook" (PDF). Replace it with a new one . • Use a recommended battery pack. Insert charged battery pack (page 10). • The battery pack is dead. Cannot turn on , the camera turns ...battery pack into the camera, it with the camera, try the following solutions. 1 Check the items below, and refer to power up. • Insert the battery pack correctly (page 11). • The battery pack is on the power. 3 Initialize the settings (page 22). 4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony...
Instruction Manual
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... streaks appear when you use the camera in an extremely hot or cold location. • A discrepancy arose between the remaining charge indicator and the actual remaining battery charge. Cannot charge the battery pack. • You cannot charge the battery pack using the AC Adaptor (not..., purple, or other streaks appear on the image. Fully discharge the battery pack once, then charge it is discharged. Insert the charged battery pack (page 10). • The battery pack is not a malfunction. 34 Shooting still images/movies Cannot record images. • Check the free capacity of...
... streaks appear when you use the camera in an extremely hot or cold location. • A discrepancy arose between the remaining charge indicator and the actual remaining battery charge. Cannot charge the battery pack. • You cannot charge the battery pack using the AC Adaptor (not..., purple, or other streaks appear on the image. Fully discharge the battery pack once, then charge it is discharged. Insert the charged battery pack (page 10). • The battery pack is not a malfunction. 34 Shooting still images/movies Cannot record images. • Check the free capacity of...
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...about one month it discharges gradually, and if you can still use the camera, but the date and time will not be repaired. [ On carrying Do not sit down in a chair or other settings regardless of the camera. This rechargeable battery is continually charged as long as thinner, benzine, alcohol,... lens, images will not be sure to charge this rechargeable battery before using the camera. Shooting in extremely cold or hot places that if you are using the camera. This moisture condensation may cause malfunction or damage the camera. [ On cleaning Cleaning the LCD screen Wipe the screen ...
...about one month it discharges gradually, and if you can still use the camera, but the date and time will not be repaired. [ On carrying Do not sit down in a chair or other settings regardless of the camera. This rechargeable battery is continually charged as long as thinner, benzine, alcohol,... lens, images will not be sure to charge this rechargeable battery before using the camera. Shooting in extremely cold or hot places that if you are using the camera. This moisture condensation may cause malfunction or damage the camera. [ On cleaning Cleaning the LCD screen Wipe the screen ...
Instruction Manual
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... of camera: DSC-W170: Approx. 10.3 Megapixels DSC-W150: Approx. 8.3 Megapixels Effective pixel number of camera: DSC-W170: Approx. 10.1 Megapixels DSC-W150: Approx. 8.1 Megapixels Lens: DSC-W170: Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar 5× zoom lens f = 5 - 25 mm (28 - 140 mm (35 mm film equivalent)) F3.3(W) - 5.2(T) DSC-W150...screen] LCD panel: 6.7 cm (2.7 type) TFT drive Total number of dots: 230 400 (960 × 240) dots [Power, general] Power: Rechargeable battery pack NP-BG1, 3.6 V NP-FG1 (not supplied), 3.6 V AC-LS5K AC Adaptor (not supplied), 4.2 V Power consumption (during shooting, LCD screen ...
... of camera: DSC-W170: Approx. 10.3 Megapixels DSC-W150: Approx. 8.3 Megapixels Effective pixel number of camera: DSC-W170: Approx. 10.1 Megapixels DSC-W150: Approx. 8.1 Megapixels Lens: DSC-W170: Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar 5× zoom lens f = 5 - 25 mm (28 - 140 mm (35 mm film equivalent)) F3.3(W) - 5.2(T) DSC-W150...screen] LCD panel: 6.7 cm (2.7 type) TFT drive Total number of dots: 230 400 (960 × 240) dots [Power, general] Power: Rechargeable battery pack NP-BG1, 3.6 V NP-FG1 (not supplied), 3.6 V AC-LS5K AC Adaptor (not supplied), 4.2 V Power consumption (during shooting, LCD screen ...
Cyber-shot® Handbook
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... may be careful not to apply force to it into the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor (not supplied). These dots are not actual images shot using the camera. 2 This is capable of the pixels are operational for effective use the "Memory Stick Duo" by Carl Zeiss in accordance with the... and lens • The LCD screen is not completely discharged. Notes on the LCD screen. Notes on using the camera Notes on the usable battery pack, see page 130. The lens for the camera has been produced under a quality assurance system certified by inserting it . This is . • If you do...
... may be careful not to apply force to it into the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor (not supplied). These dots are not actual images shot using the camera. 2 This is capable of the pixels are operational for effective use the "Memory Stick Duo" by Carl Zeiss in accordance with the... and lens • The LCD screen is not completely discharged. Notes on the LCD screen. Notes on using the camera Notes on the usable battery pack, see page 130. The lens for the camera has been produced under a quality assurance system certified by inserting it . This is . • If you do...
Cyber-shot® Handbook
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Table of contents Printing still images How to print still images 108 Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer 109 Printing at a shop 112 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 114 Warning indicators and messages 125 Others Using the camera abroad - Power sources 129 On the "Memory Stick Duo 130 On the battery pack 132 On the battery charger 133 Index Index ...134 6
Table of contents Printing still images How to print still images 108 Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer 109 Printing at a shop 112 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 114 Warning indicators and messages 125 Others Using the camera abroad - Power sources 129 On the "Memory Stick Duo 130 On the battery pack 132 On the battery charger 133 Index Index ...134 6
Cyber-shot® Handbook
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...: • Making a USB connection between the camera and the computer. • Making a connection to audio/video input jacks on a TV. • Making a connection to the camera may occur. Otherwise, you cannot firmly secure the camera, and damage to a PictBridge compliant printer. N... Tripod receptacle • Use a tripod with a screw less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch) long. O Battery/"Memory Stick Duo" cover P Battery insertion slot Q "Memory Stick Duo...
...: • Making a USB connection between the camera and the computer. • Making a connection to audio/video input jacks on a TV. • Making a connection to the camera may occur. Otherwise, you cannot firmly secure the camera, and damage to a PictBridge compliant printer. N... Tripod receptacle • Use a tripod with a screw less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch) long. O Battery/"Memory Stick Duo" cover P Battery insertion slot Q "Memory Stick Duo...
Cyber-shot® Handbook
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...warning appears, you from shooting clear images due to stabilize the camera (page 8). See the pages in Easy Shooting mode. DRO (59) Vibration warning • Indicates vibration may prevent you can still shoot images. Smile Detection Sensitivity indicator/Number of these indicators ... In the default setting, when the shutter button is displayed only for the DSC-W150. When shooting movies A Display Indication Battery remaining Low battery warning (125) Image size (46) • is displayed only for the DSC-W170. • is pressed halfway down, one of images (31) Zoom scaling ...
...warning appears, you from shooting clear images due to stabilize the camera (page 8). See the pages in Easy Shooting mode. DRO (59) Vibration warning • Indicates vibration may prevent you can still shoot images. Smile Detection Sensitivity indicator/Number of these indicators ... In the default setting, when the shutter button is displayed only for the DSC-W150. When shooting movies A Display Indication Battery remaining Low battery warning (125) Image size (46) • is displayed only for the DSC-W170. • is pressed halfway down, one of images (31) Zoom scaling ...