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... Diego, CA 92127U.S.A. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSC-W180 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. This equipment generates, uses, and can be used in a residential installation. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127U.S.A. Operation is encouraged to try to Part 15 of California, USA only Perchlorate Material-special...
... Diego, CA 92127U.S.A. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSC-W180 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. This equipment generates, uses, and can be used in a residential installation. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127U.S.A. Operation is encouraged to try to Part 15 of California, USA only Perchlorate Material-special...
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... materials will help to conserve natural resources. For Customers in Europe [ Notice for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet). [ Attention The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound of this unit. [ Notice If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart the application or disconnect and connect the communication cable (USB, etc.) again...
... materials will help to conserve natural resources. For Customers in Europe [ Notice for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet). [ Attention The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound of this unit. [ Notice If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart the application or disconnect and connect the communication cable (USB, etc.) again...
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... 10 Identifying parts 11 Charging the battery pack 12 Inserting the battery pack/a "Memory Stick Duo" media (sold separately 14 Setting the clock 16 Shooting/viewing images 18 Shooting images 18 Viewing images 19 Using shooting functions 20 Detecting smiles and shooting automatically (Smile Shutter 20 Focusing on the face of the subject (Face Detection 21 Shooting close-ups (Macro 22 Using the self-timer 22 Selecting a flash mode 23 Changing the screen display 23 Selecting the image size to match...
... 10 Identifying parts 11 Charging the battery pack 12 Inserting the battery pack/a "Memory Stick Duo" media (sold separately 14 Setting the clock 16 Shooting/viewing images 18 Shooting images 18 Viewing images 19 Using shooting functions 20 Detecting smiles and shooting automatically (Smile Shutter 20 Focusing on the face of the subject (Face Detection 21 Shooting close-ups (Macro 22 Using the self-timer 22 Selecting a flash mode 23 Changing the screen display 23 Selecting the image size to match...
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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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... (white, red, blue or green) may appear on using the camera (page 52). • Do not shake or strike the camera. Notes on the camera again. Insert a charged battery pack and turn on the LCD screen and lens • The LCD screen is neither dust-proof, nor splashproof, nor water-proof. A message will play back images recorded with the camera. On image data compatibility • The camera conforms with DCF (Design rule for Camera File system...
... (white, red, blue or green) may appear on using the camera (page 52). • Do not shake or strike the camera. Notes on the camera again. Insert a charged battery pack and turn on the LCD screen and lens • The LCD screen is neither dust-proof, nor splashproof, nor water-proof. A message will play back images recorded with the camera. On image data compatibility • The camera conforms with DCF (Design rule for Camera File system...
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... started Getting started Checking the accessories supplied • Battery charger BC-CSKA (1) • Wrist strap (1) • Power cord (mains lead) (1) (not supplied in the USA and Canada) • Rechargeable battery pack NP-BK1 (1) • Dedicated USB cable (1) • CD-ROM (1) - Cyber-shot application software - Hook • Dedicated A/V cable (1) 10GB "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 Handbook...
... started Getting started Checking the accessories supplied • Battery charger BC-CSKA (1) • Wrist strap (1) • Power cord (mains lead) (1) (not supplied in the USA and Canada) • Rechargeable battery pack NP-BK1 (1) • Dedicated USB cable (1) • CD-ROM (1) - Cyber-shot application software - Hook • Dedicated A/V cable (1) 10GB "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 Handbook...
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... and the number of 25°C (77°F). Charging may cause a malfunction. 13GB zUsing the camera abroad You can record/view Shooting still images Viewing still images Battery life (min.) Approx. 145 Approx. 240 No. Normal charge time Approx. 240 min. This may take longer depending on conditions of use the battery pack or the battery charger of the genuine Sony brand. Do not use the camera, the battery charger (supplied), and...
... and the number of 25°C (77°F). Charging may cause a malfunction. 13GB zUsing the camera abroad You can record/view Shooting still images Viewing still images Battery life (min.) Approx. 145 Approx. 240 No. Normal charge time Approx. 240 min. This may take longer depending on conditions of use the battery pack or the battery charger of the genuine Sony brand. Do not use the camera, the battery charger (supplied), and...
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... operating time per charge decreases markedly, the battery pack needs to be correct under certain circumstances. • Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media or "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media with the camera. To copy images from the internal memory to drop the battery pack. High Low Notes • It takes about three minutes, the camera turns off automatically (Auto power-off function). 15GB x "Memory...
... operating time per charge decreases markedly, the battery pack needs to be correct under certain circumstances. • Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media or "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media with the camera. To copy images from the internal memory to drop the battery pack. High Low Notes • It takes about three minutes, the camera turns off automatically (Auto power-off function). 15GB x "Memory...
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...9M) 3 66 130 262 533 1060 2150 4300 16:9(2M) 11 230 450 900 1800 3700 7500 15000 DSC-W180 (Units: Images) Capacity Internal memory "Memory Stick Duo" media formatted with this camera Size Approx. 12 MB 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 10M 2...number of still images may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the recording media. • When the number of remaining shootable images is greater than 9,999, the ">9999" indicator appears. • When an image shot with other cameras is played back on this camera, the image may not appear in the actual image size....
...9M) 3 66 130 262 533 1060 2150 4300 16:9(2M) 11 230 450 900 1800 3700 7500 15000 DSC-W180 (Units: Images) Capacity Internal memory "Memory Stick Duo" media formatted with this camera Size Approx. 12 MB 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 10M 2...number of still images may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the recording media. • When the number of remaining shootable images is greater than 9,999, the ">9999" indicator appears. • When an image shot with other cameras is played back on this camera, the image may not appear in the actual image size....
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... dates on images using PMB: With the supplied "PMB" software installed on images This camera does not include a function for this is printed. For details on the control button t z. For details, consult with a photo printing service shop. Printing at a print shop directly from being duplicated during printing. Note • If it was impossible to connect to the printer, be duplicated depending on an image. Connecting to the print shop. 4 Select the desired mode with...
... dates on images using PMB: With the supplied "PMB" software installed on images This camera does not include a function for this is printed. For details on the control button t z. For details, consult with a photo printing service shop. Printing at a print shop directly from being duplicated during printing. Note • If it was impossible to connect to the printer, be duplicated depending on an image. Connecting to the print shop. 4 Select the desired mode with...
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... more) Hard Disk (Disk space required for installation): Approximately 500 MB Display: Screen resolution: 1,024 × 768 dots or more Video memory: 32 MB or more (Recommended: 64 MB or more) *1 64-bit editions and Starter (Edition) are not supported. *2 Starter (Edition) is complete. 37GB Connecting to complete the installation. 5 Remove the CD-ROM after the installation is not supported. 2 Turn on your computer...
... more) Hard Disk (Disk space required for installation): Approximately 500 MB Display: Screen resolution: 1,024 × 768 dots or more Video memory: 32 MB or more (Recommended: 64 MB or more) *1 64-bit editions and Starter (Edition) are not supported. *2 Starter (Edition) is complete. 37GB Connecting to complete the installation. 5 Remove the CD-ROM after the installation is not supported. 2 Turn on your computer...
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Changing camera settings Changing the operation sounds You can set the sound produced when you operate the camera. 1 Press the MENU button. 2 Select (Settings) with v/V on the control button t z. On: Turns on the beep/shutter sound when you press the shutter button. Off: Turns off the beep/shutter sound. 40GB MENU button 3 Select [Main Settings] with v/V on the control button, then press [Beep] t z. 4 Select the desired mode with V on the shutter sound when you press the control/shutter button. Shutter: Turns on the control button, then press z.
Changing camera settings Changing the operation sounds You can set the sound produced when you operate the camera. 1 Press the MENU button. 2 Select (Settings) with v/V on the control button t z. On: Turns on the beep/shutter sound when you press the shutter button. Off: Turns off the beep/shutter sound. 40GB MENU button 3 Select [Main Settings] with v/V on the control button, then press [Beep] t z. 4 Select the desired mode with V on the shutter sound when you press the control/shutter button. Shutter: Turns on the control button, then press z.
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... the image size. Only the items that are displayed on the control button. During playback, confirm by pressing z. 3 Press the MENU button to ISO 3200) Changing camera settings 41GB x MENU in shooting or playback mode. DSC-W190 DSC-W180 Selects the anti-blur mode. ( Off/ Auto) Selects the continuous shooting method. ( Normal/ Burst) Adjusts exposure manually. (-2.0 EV to +2.0 EV) Selects a luminous sensitivity. (Auto/ISO 100 to turn off the Menu screen. Select (Settings) t [Main Settings] t [Initialize] to initialize the settings to the default setting. 1 Press the MENU button...
... the image size. Only the items that are displayed on the control button. During playback, confirm by pressing z. 3 Press the MENU button to ISO 3200) Changing camera settings 41GB x MENU in shooting or playback mode. DSC-W190 DSC-W180 Selects the anti-blur mode. ( Off/ Auto) Selects the continuous shooting method. ( Normal/ Burst) Adjusts exposure manually. (-2.0 EV to +2.0 EV) Selects a luminous sensitivity. (Auto/ISO 100 to turn off the Menu screen. Select (Settings) t [Main Settings] t [Initialize] to initialize the settings to the default setting. 1 Press the MENU button...
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... control button, then press z. Initializes settings to the TV color system of the connected video equipment. Sets whether or not to turn off the sound produced when you operate the camera. Displays the recorded image on the screen. Sets the video signal output according to their default settings. Category Main Settings Item Beep USB Connect Video Out Shooting Settings Initialize Grid Line Digital Zoom Auto Review Description Selects or turns off the setting screen. Selects the digital zoom mode. Selects the USB mode when connecting the camera to display the Menu screen...
... control button, then press z. Initializes settings to the TV color system of the connected video equipment. Sets whether or not to turn off the sound produced when you operate the camera. Displays the recorded image on the screen. Sets the video signal output according to their default settings. Category Main Settings Item Beep USB Connect Video Out Shooting Settings Initialize Grid Line Digital Zoom Auto Review Description Selects or turns off the setting screen. Selects the digital zoom mode. Selects the USB mode when connecting the camera to display the Menu screen...
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Formats the internal memory. Changing camera settings 45GB Creates a folder in "Memory Stick Duo" media for recording images. Copies all images in menu items, warnings and messages. Sets the date and time. Selects the language to "Memory Stick Duo" media. Changes the folder currently used in the internal memory to be used for recording images. Category Item "Memory Stick" Tool Format Create REC.Folder Change REC.Folder Copy Internal Memory Tool Clock Settings Language Setting Format Clock Settings Language Setting Description Formats the "Memory Stick Duo" media...
Formats the internal memory. Changing camera settings 45GB Creates a folder in "Memory Stick Duo" media for recording images. Copies all images in menu items, warnings and messages. Sets the date and time. Selects the language to "Memory Stick Duo" media. Changes the folder currently used in the internal memory to be used for recording images. Category Item "Memory Stick" Tool Format Create REC.Folder Change REC.Folder Copy Internal Memory Tool Clock Settings Language Setting Format Clock Settings Language Setting Description Formats the "Memory Stick Duo" media...
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...-0012 Folder-file number 2009 1 1 9:30 AM Recorded date/time of the playback image z STOP z PLAY Function guide for playing image bB BACK/NEXT Selecting images V VOLUME Adjusting volume C Display 12 00:00:15 12/12 ISO 400 +2.0EV 500 F3.5 Indication Recording folder Number of recordable images Recording/Playback Media ("Memory Stick Duo" media, internal memory) Recordable time Red-eye reduction Flash mode Flash charging Playback folder Image number/Number of images recorded in selected folder Changing folder Metering mode White balance ISO number Exposure value Shutter speed Aperture...
...-0012 Folder-file number 2009 1 1 9:30 AM Recorded date/time of the playback image z STOP z PLAY Function guide for playing image bB BACK/NEXT Selecting images V VOLUME Adjusting volume C Display 12 00:00:15 12/12 ISO 400 +2.0EV 500 F3.5 Indication Recording folder Number of recordable images Recording/Playback Media ("Memory Stick Duo" media, internal memory) Recordable time Red-eye reduction Flash mode Flash charging Playback folder Image number/Number of images recorded in selected folder Changing folder Metering mode White balance ISO number Exposure value Shutter speed Aperture...
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... battery pack. Cannot turn on the power. 3 Initialize the settings (page 44). 4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Replace it may take a few moments for about one minute, re-insert the battery pack, then turn on the camera. • After inserting the battery pack into the camera, it with the camera, try the following solutions. 1 Check the items below, and refer to "Cyber-shot Handbook" (PDF). 2 Remove...
... battery pack. Cannot turn on the power. 3 Initialize the settings (page 44). 4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Replace it may take a few moments for about one minute, re-insert the battery pack, then turn on the camera. • After inserting the battery pack into the camera, it with the camera, try the following solutions. 1 Check the items below, and refer to "Cyber-shot Handbook" (PDF). 2 Remove...
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... mode switch to (Playback) (page 19). • The folder/file name has been changed on your computer. • No guarantees are made for charging. Cannot charge the battery pack while it with a new one of the internal memory or "Memory Stick Duo" media (pages 26, 29). Change the "Memory Stick Duo" media. • You cannot record images while charging the flash. • When shooting a still image, set the screen brightness higher using DISP (screen display) settings...
... mode switch to (Playback) (page 19). • The folder/file name has been changed on your computer. • No guarantees are made for charging. Cannot charge the battery pack while it with a new one of the internal memory or "Memory Stick Duo" media (pages 26, 29). Change the "Memory Stick Duo" media. • You cannot record images while charging the flash. • When shooting a still image, set the screen brightness higher using DISP (screen display) settings...
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... still use the camera, but the date and time will be repaired. On cleaning Cleaning the LCD screen Wipe the screen surface with rubber or vinyl for 24 hours or more with a dry cloth. Do not leave the camera in the camera, and then leave the camera for a long time. On the internal rechargeable backup battery This camera has an internal rechargeable battery for maintaining the date and time...
... still use the camera, but the date and time will be repaired. On cleaning Cleaning the LCD screen Wipe the screen surface with rubber or vinyl for 24 hours or more with a dry cloth. Do not leave the camera in the camera, and then leave the camera for a long time. On the internal rechargeable backup battery This camera has an internal rechargeable battery for maintaining the date and time...
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... terminal: Video output Audio output (Monaural) USB communication USB communication: Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 compliant) [LCD screen] LCD panel: 6.7 cm (2.7 type) TFT drive Total number of camera: DSC-W190: Approx. 12.1 Megapixels DSC-W180: Approx. 10.1 Megapixels Lens: 3× zoom lens f = 6.2 mm - 18.6 mm (35 mm - 105 mm (35 mm film equivalent)) F3.1 (W) - F5.6 (T) Exposure control: Automatic exposure, Scene Selection (7 modes) White balance: Automatic, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent 1,2,3, Incandescent, Flash Recording interval for Burst mode: Approx. 1 second File format: Still images: JPEG...
... terminal: Video output Audio output (Monaural) USB communication USB communication: Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 compliant) [LCD screen] LCD panel: 6.7 cm (2.7 type) TFT drive Total number of camera: DSC-W190: Approx. 12.1 Megapixels DSC-W180: Approx. 10.1 Megapixels Lens: 3× zoom lens f = 6.2 mm - 18.6 mm (35 mm - 105 mm (35 mm film equivalent)) F3.1 (W) - F5.6 (T) Exposure control: Automatic exposure, Scene Selection (7 modes) White balance: Automatic, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent 1,2,3, Incandescent, Flash Recording interval for Burst mode: Approx. 1 second File format: Still images: JPEG...
