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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 separately 14 Setting the clock 16 Shooting/viewing images 18 Shooting images 18 Viewing images 19 ...
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 separately 14 Setting the clock 16 Shooting/viewing images 18 Shooting images 18 Viewing images 19 ...
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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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... data. On image data compatibility • The camera conforms with DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) universal standard established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). • Sony does not guarantee that the camera will play back images recorded or edited with other... equipment, or that other equipment will be displayed on the LCD screen and lens • The LCD screen is manufactured using the camera Internal memory and "Memory...
... data. On image data compatibility • The camera conforms with DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) universal standard established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). • Sony does not guarantee that the camera will play back images recorded or edited with other... equipment, or that other equipment will be displayed on the LCD screen and lens • The LCD screen is manufactured using the camera Internal memory and "Memory...
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.... Cyber-shot application software - "Cyber-shot Handbook" - Hook • Dedicated A/V cable (1) 10GB Attach the strap and place your hand through the loop to prevent the camera from damage by being dropped. Getting started Getting started Checking the accessories supplied • Battery charger BC-CSKA (1) • Wrist strap (1) • Power cord (mains...
.... Cyber-shot application software - "Cyber-shot Handbook" - Hook • Dedicated A/V cable (1) 10GB Attach the strap and place your hand through the loop to prevent the camera from damage by being dropped. Getting started Getting started Checking the accessories supplied • Battery charger BC-CSKA (1) • Wrist strap (1) • Power cord (mains...
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...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. M (USB)·A/V OUT terminal (side) N...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. Use a battery charger for wrist strap P For shooting: (Smile) button For viewing: (Delete) button Q Control button Menu on: v/V/b/B/z Menu...
...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. M (USB)·A/V OUT terminal (side) N...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. Use a battery charger for wrist strap P For shooting: (Smile) button For viewing: (Delete) button Q Control button Menu on: v/V/b/B/z Menu...
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This may vary depending on conditions of the genuine Sony brand. x Battery life and number of images you can use the camera, the battery charger (supplied), and the AC-LS5K AC Adaptor (sold separately) in any country or region where the power supply is finished, ...). • When charging is within 100 V to charge a fully depleted battery pack at a temperature of still images 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. of Images Approx. 290 Approx. 4800...
This may vary depending on conditions of the genuine Sony brand. x Battery life and number of images you can use the camera, the battery charger (supplied), and the AC-LS5K AC Adaptor (sold separately) in any country or region where the power supply is finished, ...). • When charging is within 100 V to charge a fully depleted battery pack at a temperature of still images 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. of Images Approx. 290 Approx. 4800...
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... use "Memory Stick Duo" media You can be recorded, see pages 26, 29. High Low Notes • It takes about three minutes, the camera turns off automatically (Auto power-off function). 15GB x Checking the remaining battery charge A remaining charge indicator appears on the number of the LCD screen....in once. To copy images from the internal memory to a "Memory Stick Duo" media, insert the "Memory Stick Duo" media in the camera's internal memory (approximately 12 MB). Make sure that the access lamp is no "Memory Stick Duo" media inserted Images are not compatible with the...
... use "Memory Stick Duo" media You can be recorded, see pages 26, 29. High Low Notes • It takes about three minutes, the camera turns off automatically (Auto power-off function). 15GB x Checking the remaining battery charge A remaining charge indicator appears on the number of the LCD screen....in once. To copy images from the internal memory to a "Memory Stick Duo" media, insert the "Memory Stick Duo" media in the camera's internal memory (approximately 12 MB). Make sure that the access lamp is no "Memory Stick Duo" media inserted Images are not compatible with the...
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The camera is indicated as 12:00 AM, and noon as 12:00 PM. 4 Select [OK], then press z. 16GB ON/OFF (Power) button Control button 3 Set the numeric value with v/V/b/B, then press z. • Midnight is turned on. • It may take time for the power to turn on and allow operation. 2 Select the date and time display format with v/V on the control button, then press z. Getting started Setting the clock 1 Press the ON/OFF (Power) button.
The camera is indicated as 12:00 AM, and noon as 12:00 PM. 4 Select [OK], then press z. 16GB ON/OFF (Power) button Control button 3 Set the numeric value with v/V/b/B, then press z. • Midnight is turned on. • It may take time for the power to turn on and allow operation. 2 Select the date and time display format with v/V on the control button, then press z. Getting started Setting the clock 1 Press the ON/OFF (Power) button.
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x Setting the date and time again Press the MENU button, then select (Settings) t [Clock Settings] (page 45). 17GB Getting started Note • The camera does not have a feature for superimposing dates on images. By using "PMB" in the CD-ROM (supplied), you can print or save images with the date.
x Setting the date and time again Press the MENU button, then select (Settings) t [Clock Settings] (page 45). 17GB Getting started Note • The camera does not have a feature for superimposing dates on images. By using "PMB" in the CD-ROM (supplied), you can print or save images with the date.
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... switch W/T (Zoom) button Shooting/viewing 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 out. When the image is in , W button to zoom in focus, a beep sounds and the z indicator...
... switch W/T (Zoom) button Shooting/viewing 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 out. When the image is in , W button to zoom in focus, a beep sounds and the z indicator...
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x Turning off the camera Press ON/OFF (Power) button. Viewing images 1 Set the mode switch to (Still Image) or (Movie). Control button Control button (Delete) button 19GB x Returning to shooting images Set the mode switch to (Playback). The last image shot is displayed. x Deleting an image 1 Press (Delete) button. 2 Select [This Image] with B (next)/b (previous) on the control button, then press z. Shooting/viewing images x Selecting next/previous image Select an image with b/B on the control button.
x Turning off the camera Press ON/OFF (Power) button. Viewing images 1 Set the mode switch to (Still Image) or (Movie). Control button Control button (Delete) button 19GB x Returning to shooting images Set the mode switch to (Playback). The last image shot is displayed. x Deleting an image 1 Press (Delete) button. 2 Select [This Image] with B (next)/b (previous) on the control button, then press z. Shooting/viewing images x Selecting next/previous image Select an image with b/B on the control button.
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.... Using shooting functions Detecting smiles and shooting automatically (Smile Shutter) 1 Set the mode switch to orient the face in front of the camera and be as level as possible. 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 of smiles...
.... Using shooting functions Detecting smiles and shooting automatically (Smile Shutter) 1 Set the mode switch to orient the face in front of the camera and be as level as possible. 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 of smiles...
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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 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.
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...the image. Set Macro On when shooting close -up. Use this setting if you want to include yourself in this mode. : The camera adjusts the focus with priority on close-up subjects. The self-timer lamp flashes and a beep sounds until the shutter operates. 22GB ... starts after a two-second delay. Using the self-timer 1 Press (Self-Timer) on the control button repeatedly to select the desired mode t z. : The camera adjusts the focus automatically from distant subjects to unsteadiness when the shutter button is pressed. 2 Press the shutter button. To cancel, press again. : Shooting starts...
...the image. Set Macro On when shooting close -up. Use this setting if you want to include yourself in this mode. : The camera adjusts the focus with priority on close-up subjects. The self-timer lamp flashes and a beep sounds until the shutter operates. 22GB ... starts after a two-second delay. Using the self-timer 1 Press (Self-Timer) on the control button repeatedly to select the desired mode t z. : The camera adjusts the focus automatically from distant subjects to unsteadiness when the shutter button is pressed. 2 Press the shutter button. To cancel, press again. : Shooting starts...
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x Number of still images that can be recorded DSC-W190 (Units: Images) Capacity Internal memory "Memory Stick Duo" media formatted with this camera Size Approx. 12MB 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 12M 2 49 93 197 395 790 1600 3200 8M 3 72 140 288 ...:9(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 58 115 230 470 940...
x Number of still images that can be recorded DSC-W190 (Units: Images) Capacity Internal memory "Memory Stick Duo" media formatted with this camera Size Approx. 12MB 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 12M 2 49 93 197 395 790 1600 3200 8M 3 72 140 288 ...:9(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 58 115 230 470 940...
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.... Using shooting functions Using the Shooting mode that matches the scene (Scene Selection) 1 Set the mode switch to (Still Image). 2 Press the MENU button. 3 Select (Camera) with v/V/b/B on the control button t the desired Scene Selection t z. (High Sensitivity): Shoots images without a flash even in low lighting. (Soft Snap): Shoots images with a softer...
.... Using shooting functions Using the Shooting mode that matches the scene (Scene Selection) 1 Set the mode switch to (Still Image). 2 Press the MENU button. 3 Select (Camera) with v/V/b/B on the control button t the desired Scene Selection t z. (High Sensitivity): Shoots images without a flash even in low lighting. (Soft Snap): Shoots images with a softer...
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Using shooting functions 29GB If the file size reaches approx. 2 GB, the camera stops recording automatically. • The camera does not support HD recordings or playbacks for all movie files. These are the total times for movies. The image size is fixed to 320 ...215; 240. (Units: hour : minute : second) 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 320 × 240 0:00:20 0:10:10 0:20:20 0:41:20 1:23:40...
Using shooting functions 29GB If the file size reaches approx. 2 GB, the camera stops recording automatically. • The camera does not support HD recordings or playbacks for all movie files. These are the total times for movies. The image size is fixed to 320 ...215; 240. (Units: hour : minute : second) 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 320 × 240 0:00:20 0:10:10 0:20:20 0:41:20 1:23:40...
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... with the dedicated A/V cable (supplied). Connecting to other devices Viewing images on a TV 1 Connect the camera to the TV with the dedicated USB cable (supplied). 2 Turn on the camera and the printer. Printing still images If you have a PictBridge compliant printer, you may be using a PAL...images do not appear or jittery on the control button t z. 34GB MENU button After the connection is set the camera to enable USB connection between the camera and the printer. 1 Connect the camera to [PAL] (page 44). To the (USB)· A/V OUT terminal To audio/video input jacks Dedicated ...
... with the dedicated A/V cable (supplied). Connecting to other devices Viewing images on a TV 1 Connect the camera to the TV with the dedicated USB cable (supplied). 2 Turn on the camera and the printer. Printing still images If you have a PictBridge compliant printer, you may be using a PAL...images do not appear or jittery on the control button t z. 34GB MENU button After the connection is set the camera to enable USB connection between the camera and the printer. 1 Connect the camera to [PAL] (page 44). To the (USB)· A/V OUT terminal To audio/video input jacks Dedicated ...
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... Stick Duo" media, then take the "Memory Stick Duo" media to copy: Press MENU t (Settings) t ["Memory Stick" Tool] t [Copy] t [OK]. zSuperimposing dates on images This camera does not include a function for this is printed. Printing at home: Connect to a PictBridge-compliant printer, and press the MENU button, then set [USB Connect...
... Stick Duo" media, then take the "Memory Stick Duo" media to copy: Press MENU t (Settings) t ["Memory Stick" Tool] t [Copy] t [OK]. zSuperimposing dates on images This camera does not include a function for this is printed. Printing at home: Connect to a PictBridge-compliant printer, and press the MENU button, then set [USB Connect...
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... those listed below, for enjoying your images. Import to computer Media service Uploading the image to a "Memory Stick Duo" media and viewing them. Export to camera Exporting images to the media service. There are more than ever by taking advantage of the software, and "PMB" is included on a CD-ROM (supplied...
... those listed below, for enjoying your images. Import to computer Media service Uploading the image to a "Memory Stick Duo" media and viewing them. Export to camera Exporting images to the media service. There are more than ever by taking advantage of the software, and "PMB" is included on a CD-ROM (supplied...