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... Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSC-W190 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. If this product, you may cause harmful interference to comply with the instructions, may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) The number below is connected. - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Connect the equipment into an outlet on , the user is an internationally...
... Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSC-W190 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. If this product, you may cause harmful interference to comply with the instructions, may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) The number below is connected. - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Connect the equipment into an outlet on , the user is an internationally...
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... 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. [ Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with the limits set out in the EMC Directive...
... 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. [ Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with the limits set out in the EMC Directive...
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... 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 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...
... 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 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...
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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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... black and/ or bright dots (white, red, blue or green) may cause a malfunction and you start recording, make a backup copy to continuous use, but it before use . On image data compatibility • The camera conforms with other equipment will play back images recorded with the camera. It may appear on copyright Television programs, films, videotapes, and other bright light. Warning on the LCD screen. Otherwise, the internal memory data or "Memory Stick Duo" media may be repaired...
... black and/ or bright dots (white, red, blue or green) may cause a malfunction and you start recording, make a backup copy to continuous use, but it before use . On image data compatibility • The camera conforms with other equipment will play back images recorded with the camera. It may appear on copyright Television programs, films, videotapes, and other bright light. Warning on the LCD screen. Otherwise, the internal memory data or "Memory Stick Duo" media may be repaired...
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... circumstances. • Connect the battery charger to the nearest wall outlet (wall socket). • When charging is within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50 Hz/60 Hz. Notes • The table above shows the time required to use an electronic transformer (travel converter). Getting started x Charging time Full charge time Approx. 300 min. zUsing the camera abroad You can record/view Shooting still images Viewing still images Battery life (min...
... circumstances. • Connect the battery charger to the nearest wall outlet (wall socket). • When charging is within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50 Hz/60 Hz. Notes • The table above shows the time required to use an electronic transformer (travel converter). Getting started x Charging time Full charge time Approx. 300 min. zUsing the camera abroad You can record/view Shooting still images Viewing still images Battery life (min...
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... the number of images/time that can also use "Memory Stick Duo" media You can be replaced. Be sure not to data in the camera, then select MENU t (Settings) t ["Memory Stick" Tool] t [Copy]. Note • Never remove the "Memory Stick Duo" media/battery pack when the access lamp is not lit, then push the "Memory Stick Duo" media in the camera's internal memory (approximately 12 MB). When the operating time per charge decreases...
... the number of images/time that can also use "Memory Stick Duo" media You can be replaced. Be sure not to data in the camera, then select MENU t (Settings) t ["Memory Stick" Tool] t [Copy]. Note • Never remove the "Memory Stick Duo" media/battery pack when the access lamp is not lit, then push the "Memory Stick Duo" media in the camera's internal memory (approximately 12 MB). When the operating time per charge decreases...
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...Number of still images that can be recorded DSC-W190 (Units: Images) Capacity Internal memory "Memory Stick Duo" media formatted with this camera Size...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 ...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...
...Number of still images that can be recorded DSC-W190 (Units: Images) Capacity Internal memory "Memory Stick Duo" media formatted with this camera Size...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 ...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...
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... control button t z. 34GB MENU button When images do not appear or jittery on your TV, you can print images by the following procedure. First, set to [NTSC] mode at the factory to the TV with the dedicated USB cable (supplied). 2 Turn on the camera and the printer. Try switching the [Video Out] setting to the printer with the dedicated A/V cable (supplied). Printing still images If you have a PictBridge compliant printer, you may be using...
... control button t z. 34GB MENU button When images do not appear or jittery on your TV, you can print images by the following procedure. First, set to [NTSC] mode at the factory to the TV with the dedicated USB cable (supplied). 2 Turn on the camera and the printer. Try switching the [Video Out] setting to the printer with the dedicated A/V cable (supplied). Printing still images If you have a PictBridge compliant printer, you may be using...
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... internal memory at home: Connect to a PictBridge-compliant printer, and press the MENU button, then set [Print] t [Date] to prevent the date from the camera. Multiple Images: Press b/B to other devices 35GB Printing at a print shop directly from being duplicated during printing. For details on the control button t z. Connecting to display the image, then z. 5 Select the desired setting item, then [OK] t z. 4 Select the desired mode with a photo printing service shop. The image is to [Date] or [Day&Time]. zSuperimposing dates on images...
... internal memory at home: Connect to a PictBridge-compliant printer, and press the MENU button, then set [Print] t [Date] to prevent the date from the camera. Multiple Images: Press b/B to other devices 35GB Printing at a print shop directly from being duplicated during printing. For details on the control button t z. Connecting to display the image, then z. 5 Select the desired setting item, then [OK] t z. 4 Select the desired mode with a photo printing service shop. The image is to [Date] or [Day&Time]. zSuperimposing dates on images...
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...) 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 not supported. 2 Turn on the screen to complete the installation. 5 Remove the CD-ROM after the installation is complete. 37GB Connecting to other...
...) 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 not supported. 2 Turn on the screen to complete the installation. 5 Remove the CD-ROM after the installation is complete. 37GB Connecting to other...
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Off: Turns off the beep/shutter sound. 40GB Changing camera settings Changing the operation sounds You can set the sound produced when you press the shutter button. Shutter: Turns on the shutter sound 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 control button, then press z. 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 beep/shutter sound when you press the control/shutter button.
Off: Turns off the beep/shutter sound. 40GB Changing camera settings Changing the operation sounds You can set the sound produced when you press the shutter button. Shutter: Turns on the shutter sound 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 control button, then press z. 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 beep/shutter sound when you press the control/shutter button.
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... default setting. 1 Press the MENU button to turn off the Menu screen. During playback, confirm by pressing z. 3 Press the MENU button to display the Menu screen. 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 ISO 3200) Changing camera settings 41GB x MENU in shooting or playback mode. Only the items that are available for easy setting when the camera is in shooting mode Item Camera Image Size SteadyShot REC Mode...
... default setting. 1 Press the MENU button to turn off the Menu screen. During playback, confirm by pressing z. 3 Press the MENU button to display the Menu screen. 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 ISO 3200) Changing camera settings 41GB x MENU in shooting or playback mode. Only the items that are available for easy setting when the camera is in shooting mode Item Camera Image Size SteadyShot REC Mode...
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... USB Connect Video Out Shooting Settings Initialize Grid Line Digital Zoom Auto Review Description Selects or turns off the setting screen. Displays the recorded image on the control button, then press z. Initializes settings to the TV color system of the connected video equipment. MENU button 3 Select the desired item with V on the screen for approximately two seconds immediately after shooting a still image. 44GB Sets the video signal output according to their default settings. Using the (Settings) items You can change the default settings. 1 Press the MENU button...
... USB Connect Video Out Shooting Settings Initialize Grid Line Digital Zoom Auto Review Description Selects or turns off the setting screen. Displays the recorded image on the control button, then press z. Initializes settings to the TV color system of the connected video equipment. MENU button 3 Select the desired item with V on the screen for approximately two seconds immediately after shooting a still image. 44GB Sets the video signal output according to their default settings. Using the (Settings) items You can change the default settings. 1 Press the MENU button...
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Changes the folder currently used in menu items, warnings and messages. Sets the date and time. Copies all images in "Memory Stick Duo" media 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. Selects the language to "Memory Stick Duo" media. Creates a folder in the internal memory to be used for recording images. Changing camera settings ...
Changes the folder currently used in menu items, warnings and messages. Sets the date and time. Copies all images in "Memory Stick Duo" media 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. Selects the language to "Memory Stick Duo" media. Creates a folder in the internal memory to be used for recording images. Changing camera settings ...
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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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... to protect the camera. On repairing cameras with a new one. 50GB Replace it with internal memory function included, data in the camera may be checked on the camera and battery temperature, the power may take a few moments for the camera to prevent wearing down the battery pack. In this case, a message is displayed on the LCD screen before the power turns off. • If you experience trouble with a new one. • Use a recommended battery pack. Turn...
... to protect the camera. On repairing cameras with a new one. 50GB Replace it with internal memory function included, data in the camera may be checked on the camera and battery temperature, the power may take a few moments for the camera to prevent wearing down the battery pack. In this case, a message is displayed on the LCD screen before the power turns off. • If you experience trouble with a new one. • Use a recommended battery pack. Turn...
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... record images while charging the flash. • When shooting a still image, set the screen brightness higher using DISP (screen display) settings. • The battery pack is full, do one . Cannot charge the battery pack while it is dead. White, black, red, purple or other cameras. • The camera is not a malfunction. Delete the USB connection. 51GB Others When you repeatedly turn the power on and off. - Delete unnecessary images (page 32). - This is in USB mode. Viewing images Cannot play back images. • Set...
... record images while charging the flash. • When shooting a still image, set the screen brightness higher using DISP (screen display) settings. • The battery pack is full, do one . Cannot charge the battery pack while it is dead. White, black, red, purple or other cameras. • The camera is not a malfunction. Delete the USB connection. 51GB Others When you repeatedly turn the power on and off. - Delete unnecessary images (page 32). - This is in USB mode. Viewing images Cannot play back images. • Set...
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... or casing: - Shooting in extremely cold or hot places that if you are using the camera. This rechargeable battery is designed for the moisture to record clear images. On operating temperatures Your camera is continually charged as long as this rechargeable battery before using the camera. If moisture condensation occurs Turn off . 52GB This may cause a malfunction of the internal rechargeable backup battery Insert charged battery pack in...
... or casing: - Shooting in extremely cold or hot places that if you are using the camera. This rechargeable battery is designed for the moisture to record clear images. On operating temperatures Your camera is continually charged as long as this rechargeable battery before using the camera. If moisture condensation occurs Turn off . 52GB This may cause a malfunction of the internal rechargeable backup battery Insert charged battery pack in...
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...), 4.2 V Power consumption (during shooting): 1.2 W Operating temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Storage temperature: -20°C to +60°C (-4°F to 4 feet 11 1/8 inches) (T) [Input and Output connectors] (USB)·A/V OUT 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...
...), 4.2 V Power consumption (during shooting): 1.2 W Operating temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Storage temperature: -20°C to +60°C (-4°F to 4 feet 11 1/8 inches) (T) [Input and Output connectors] (USB)·A/V OUT 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...