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If the shape of the plug does not fit the power outlet, use an attachment plug adaptor of the proper configuration for the power outlet. 2GB DSC-W180/W190 Serial No WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Record the serial number in the space provided below. English Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Model No. Refer to rain or moisture.
If the shape of the plug does not fit the power outlet, use an attachment plug adaptor of the proper configuration for the power outlet. 2GB DSC-W180/W190 Serial No WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Record the serial number in the space provided below. English Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Model No. Refer to rain or moisture.
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...Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable. For more information regarding recycling of used rechargeable batteries to the wall outlet (wall socket). GB This Class B digital apparatus complies with Part 15 of in fire. • Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries. • Be sure to ...as long as it is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may cause undesired operation. If some trouble occurs while using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that can charge the battery pack. • Keep the battery pack out of the reach of small children. •...
...Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable. For more information regarding recycling of used rechargeable batteries to the wall outlet (wall socket). GB This Class B digital apparatus complies with Part 15 of in fire. • Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries. • Be sure to ...as long as it is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may cause undesired operation. If some trouble occurs while using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that can charge the battery pack. • Keep the battery pack out of the reach of small children. •...
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...harmful interference, and (2) this equipment. [ Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to radio communications. The supplied interface cable must accept any questions about this equipment does cause harmful interference to the ... between the equipment and receiver. - For the State of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSC-W180 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. If you may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) The number below is connected. - Declaration of the FCC Rules. ...
...harmful interference, and (2) this equipment. [ Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to radio communications. The supplied interface cable must accept any questions about this equipment does cause harmful interference to the ... between the equipment and receiver. - For the State of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSC-W180 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. If you may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) The number below is connected. - Declaration of the FCC Rules. ...
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... more detailed information about recycling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to the applicable collection point for EMC and product safety is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 1080075 Japan. For Customers in Europe [ Notice for the customers in the countries applying EU Directives The manufacturer of this... product has been tested and found compliant with separate collection systems) This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany.
... more detailed information about recycling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to the applicable collection point for EMC and product safety is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 1080075 Japan. For Customers in Europe [ Notice for the customers in the countries applying EU Directives The manufacturer of this... product has been tested and found compliant with separate collection systems) This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany.
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... natural resources. On certain batteries this product shall not be used . In case of this battery should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station. 6GB
... natural resources. On certain batteries this product shall not be used . In case of this battery should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station. 6GB
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Table of contents Notes on using the camera 9 Getting started 10 Checking the accessories supplied 10 Identifying parts 11 Charging the battery pack 12 Inserting the battery pack/a "Memory Stick Duo" media (sold ...).... 27 Shooting movies 28 Using viewing functions 30 Viewing an enlarged image (Playback zoom 30 Searching for an image (Image Index 30 Viewing a series of still images (Slideshow 31 Deleting images 32 Deleting images 32 Deleting all images (Format 33 7GB
Table of contents Notes on using the camera 9 Getting started 10 Checking the accessories supplied 10 Identifying parts 11 Charging the battery pack 12 Inserting the battery pack/a "Memory Stick Duo" media (sold ...).... 27 Shooting movies 28 Using viewing functions 30 Viewing an enlarged image (Playback zoom 30 Searching for an image (Image Index 30 Viewing a series of still images (Slideshow 31 Deleting images 32 Deleting images 32 Deleting all images (Format 33 7GB
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Connecting to other devices 34 Viewing images on a TV 34 Printing still images 34 Using the camera with a computer 36 Changing camera settings 40 Changing the operation sounds 40 Using the MENU items 41 Using the (Settings) items 44 Others 46 List of icons displayed on the screen 46 Learning more about the camera ("Cyber-shot Handbook 49 Troubleshooting 50 Precautions 52 Specifications 53 8GB
Connecting to other devices 34 Viewing images on a TV 34 Printing still images 34 Using the camera with a computer 36 Changing camera settings 40 Changing the operation sounds 40 Using the MENU items 41 Using the (Settings) items 44 Others 46 List of icons displayed on the screen 46 Learning more about the camera ("Cyber-shot Handbook 49 Troubleshooting 50 Precautions 52 Specifications 53 8GB
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...JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). • Sony does not guarantee that the camera will play back images recorded or edited with the camera. Read "Precautions" (page 52) before using the camera Internal memory and "Memory Stick Duo" media back up Do ... compensation for damaged content or recording failure Sony cannot compensate for effective use the camera near a location that generates strong radio waves or emits radiation. If water enters inside the camera, a malfunction may cause the malfunction of the camera or recording media, etc. 9GB A ...
...JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). • Sony does not guarantee that the camera will play back images recorded or edited with the camera. Read "Precautions" (page 52) before using the camera Internal memory and "Memory Stick Duo" media back up Do ... compensation for damaged content or recording failure Sony cannot compensate for effective use the camera near a location that generates strong radio waves or emits radiation. If water enters inside the camera, a malfunction may cause the malfunction of the camera or recording media, etc. 9GB A ...
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... the strap and place your hand through the loop to prevent the camera from damage by being dropped. "Cyber-shot Step-up Guide" • Instruction Manual (this manual) (1) x Using the wrist strap The wrist strap is preset at the factory. Cyber-shot application software - Getting started Getting started Checking the accessories supplied • Battery charger...
... the strap and place your hand through the loop to prevent the camera from damage by being dropped. "Cyber-shot Step-up Guide" • Instruction Manual (this manual) (1) x Using the wrist strap The wrist strap is preset at the factory. Cyber-shot application software - Getting started Getting started Checking the accessories supplied • Battery charger...
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...media cover U Battery insertion slot V Battery eject lever W "Memory Stick Duo" media slot X Access lamp 11GB Otherwise, you cannot firmly secure the camera, and damage to AC Adaptor AC-LS5K (sold separately) will not charge the battery. Identifying parts Bottom Getting started A Shutter button B Flash C ...MENU button J For shooting: W/T (Zoom) button For viewing: (Playback zoom) button/ (Index) button K Mode switch L DC IN jack • Connecting the camera to the camera may occur. M (USB)·A/V OUT terminal (side) N Jack cover O Hook for charging the battery.
...media cover U Battery insertion slot V Battery eject lever W "Memory Stick Duo" media slot X Access lamp 11GB Otherwise, you cannot firmly secure the camera, and damage to AC Adaptor AC-LS5K (sold separately) will not charge the battery. Identifying parts Bottom Getting started A Shutter button B Flash C ...MENU button J For shooting: W/T (Zoom) button For viewing: (Playback zoom) button/ (Index) button K Mode switch L DC IN jack • Connecting the camera to the camera may occur. M (USB)·A/V OUT terminal (side) N Jack cover O Hook for charging the battery.
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For customers in the USA and Canada Plug CHARGE lamp Lit: Charging Off: Charging finished (normal charge) CHARGE lamp For customers in countries/regions other than the USA and Canada Power cord (mains lead) CHARGE lamp 3 When charging is partially charged. Getting started Charging the battery pack 1 Insert the battery pack into the battery charger. • You can charge the battery even when it is finished, disconnect the battery charger. 12GB Battery pack 2 Connect the battery charger to the wall outlet (wall socket). • If you continue charging the battery pack for about ...
For customers in the USA and Canada Plug CHARGE lamp Lit: Charging Off: Charging finished (normal charge) CHARGE lamp For customers in countries/regions other than the USA and Canada Power cord (mains lead) CHARGE lamp 3 When charging is partially charged. Getting started Charging the battery pack 1 Insert the battery pack into the battery charger. • You can charge the battery even when it is finished, disconnect the battery charger. 12GB Battery pack 2 Connect the battery charger to the wall outlet (wall socket). • If you continue charging the battery pack for about ...
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... pack from the battery charger. • Be sure to use an electronic transformer (travel converter). zUsing the camera abroad You can record/view Shooting still images Viewing still images Battery life (min.) Approx. 145 Approx. 240 No. This may vary depending on the CIPA standard.... (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) Note • The battery life and the number of Images Approx. 290 Approx. 4800 The measurement method is within 100 V to charge a fully depleted battery pack at a temperature of the genuine Sony brand. of still images may cause a...
... pack from the battery charger. • Be sure to use an electronic transformer (travel converter). zUsing the camera abroad You can record/view Shooting still images Viewing still images Battery life (min.) Approx. 145 Approx. 240 No. This may vary depending on the CIPA standard.... (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) Note • The battery life and the number of Images Approx. 290 Approx. 4800 The measurement method is within 100 V to charge a fully depleted battery pack at a temperature of the genuine Sony brand. of still images may cause a...
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Getting started Inserting the battery pack/a "Memory Stick Duo" media (sold separately) 1 Open the cover. 2 Insert the "Memory Stick Duo" media (sold separately). Insert the battery while pressing the lever in the direction of the arrow. 4 Close the cover. 14GB With the terminal side facing the lens, insert the "Memory Stick Duo" media until it clicks into place. 3 Insert the battery pack.
Getting started Inserting the battery pack/a "Memory Stick Duo" media (sold separately) 1 Open the cover. 2 Insert the "Memory Stick Duo" media (sold separately). Insert the battery while pressing the lever in the direction of the arrow. 4 Close the cover. 14GB With the terminal side facing the lens, insert the "Memory Stick Duo" media until it clicks into place. 3 Insert the battery pack.
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...Getting started x To remove the "Memory Stick Duo" media Access lamp Slide the battery eject lever. Be sure not to data in the camera's internal memory (approximately 12 MB). This may not be correct under certain circumstances. • Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated ... memory. x "Memory Stick" media that can also use a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media or "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media with the camera. When the operating time per charge decreases markedly, the battery pack needs to a "Memory Stick Duo" media, insert the "Memory Stick Duo" media in...
...Getting started x To remove the "Memory Stick Duo" media Access lamp Slide the battery eject lever. Be sure not to data in the camera's internal memory (approximately 12 MB). This may not be correct under certain circumstances. • Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated ... memory. x "Memory Stick" media that can also use a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media or "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media with the camera. When the operating time per charge decreases markedly, the battery pack needs to a "Memory Stick Duo" media, insert the "Memory Stick Duo" media in...
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ON/OFF (Power) button Control button 3 Set the numeric value with v/V on and allow operation. 2 Select the date and time display format with v/V/b/B, then press z. • Midnight is indicated as 12:00 AM, and noon as 12:00 PM. 4 Select [OK], then press z. 16GB The camera is turned on. • It may take time for the power to turn on the control button, then press z. Getting started Setting the clock 1 Press the ON/OFF (Power) button.
ON/OFF (Power) button Control button 3 Set the numeric value with v/V on and allow operation. 2 Select the date and time display format with v/V/b/B, then press z. • Midnight is indicated as 12:00 AM, and noon as 12:00 PM. 4 Select [OK], then press z. 16GB The camera is turned on. • It may take time for the power to turn on the control button, then press z. Getting started Setting the clock 1 Press the ON/OFF (Power) button.
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Getting started Note • The camera does not have a feature for superimposing dates on images. x Setting the date and time again Press the MENU button, then select (Settings) t [Clock Settings] (page 45). 17GB By using "PMB" in the CD-ROM (supplied), you can print or save images with the date.
Getting started Note • The camera does not have a feature for superimposing dates on images. x Setting the date and time again Press the MENU button, then select (Settings) t [Clock Settings] (page 45). 17GB By using "PMB" in the CD-ROM (supplied), you can print or save images with the date.
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...out. The image is approximately 5 cm (2 inches) (W)/40 cm (1 feet 3 3/4 inches) (T) (from the lens). 4 Press the shutter button fully down to (Still Image), then press ON/ OFF (Power) button. Shooting/viewing images Shooting images 1 Set the mode switch to focus. ON/OFF (Power) button Mode switch W/T (... images 3 Press the shutter button halfway down . To shoot movies, set the mode switch to (Movie) (page 28). 2 Hold the camera steady as illustrated. • Press the T button to zoom in focus, a beep sounds and the z indicator lights. • The shortest shooting distance ...
...out. The image is approximately 5 cm (2 inches) (W)/40 cm (1 feet 3 3/4 inches) (T) (from the lens). 4 Press the shutter button fully down to (Still Image), then press ON/ OFF (Power) button. Shooting/viewing images Shooting images 1 Set the mode switch to focus. ON/OFF (Power) button Mode switch W/T (... images 3 Press the shutter button halfway down . To shoot movies, set the mode switch to (Movie) (page 28). 2 Hold the camera steady as illustrated. • Press the T button to zoom in focus, a beep sounds and the z indicator lights. • The shortest shooting distance ...
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x Returning to shooting images Set the mode switch to (Playback). x Deleting an image 1 Press (Delete) button. 2 Select [This Image] with B (next)/b (previous) on the control button, then press z. x Turning off the camera Press ON/OFF (Power) button. The last image shot is displayed. Control button Control button (Delete) button 19GB Viewing images 1 Set the mode switch to (Still Image) or (Movie). Shooting/viewing images x Selecting next/previous image Select an image with b/B on the control button.
x Returning to shooting images Set the mode switch to (Playback). x Deleting an image 1 Press (Delete) button. 2 Select [This Image] with B (next)/b (previous) on the control button, then press z. x Turning off the camera Press ON/OFF (Power) button. The last image shot is displayed. Control button Control button (Delete) button 19GB Viewing images 1 Set the mode switch to (Still Image) or (Movie). Shooting/viewing images x Selecting next/previous image Select an image with b/B on the control button.
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When you press (Smile) button again, Smile Shutter ends. • Even if you press the shutter button during Smile Shutter, the camera shoots the image, then returns to Smile Shutter mode. (Smile) button Face Detection frame Smile Detection Sensitivity indicator zHints for better capturing ...with an open mouth. The detection rate is easier to detect when the teeth are narrowed. 3 Give a clear smile with the bangs. 2 Try to (Still Image). 2 Press (Smile) button. 3 Wait detecting a smile. The smile is higher when the eyes are showing. 20GB Using shooting functions Detecting smiles ...
When you press (Smile) button again, Smile Shutter ends. • Even if you press the shutter button during Smile Shutter, the camera shoots the image, then returns to Smile Shutter mode. (Smile) button Face Detection frame Smile Detection Sensitivity indicator zHints for better capturing ...with an open mouth. The detection rate is easier to detect when the teeth are narrowed. 3 Give a clear smile with the bangs. 2 Try to (Still Image). 2 Press (Smile) button. 3 Wait detecting a smile. The smile is higher when the eyes are showing. 20GB Using shooting functions Detecting smiles ...
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Focusing on the face of the subject (Face Detection) The camera detects the face of the subject and focuses on a priority face. (Off): Does not use Face Detection. You can select which subject takes priority when focusing. 1 Press the MENU button. 2 Select (Face Detection) with v/V/b/B on the control button t desired mode t z. (Auto): Automatically selects and focuses on it. MENU button Using shooting functions 21GB
Focusing on the face of the subject (Face Detection) The camera detects the face of the subject and focuses on a priority face. (Off): Does not use Face Detection. You can select which subject takes priority when focusing. 1 Press the MENU button. 2 Select (Face Detection) with v/V/b/B on the control button t desired mode t z. (Auto): Automatically selects and focuses on it. MENU button Using shooting functions 21GB