Operating Instructions
Page 4
...they are not fully charged, you can be compensated for contents of the recording • The contents of reproducing sharp images with your camera. • "Memory Stick Duo": you do not intend to maintain the batteries' functions (page 91). • For details on the usable batteries, see... flash surface, resulting in Germany. 4 No compensation for if recording or playback is equipped with the quality standards of "Memory Stick" that the camera is a "Memory Stick". Notes on the Nickel-Metal Hydride battery • Charge both of the supplied Ni-MH batteries before using your...
...they are not fully charged, you can be compensated for contents of the recording • The contents of reproducing sharp images with your camera. • "Memory Stick Duo": you do not intend to maintain the batteries' functions (page 91). • For details on the usable batteries, see... flash surface, resulting in Germany. 4 No compensation for if recording or playback is equipped with the quality standards of "Memory Stick" that the camera is a "Memory Stick". Notes on the Nickel-Metal Hydride battery • Charge both of the supplied Ni-MH batteries before using your...
Operating Instructions
Page 6
For full use of the digital still camera Prepare the camera and shoot in auto adjustment mode "Read This First" (separate volume) 1 Prepare the battery 2 Turn the camera on/set the clock 3 Insert a "Memory Stick" (not supplied) 4 Select the image size for use 5 Shoot images easily (Auto adjustment mode...) Shoot still images (Scene Selection) 6 View images/Delete images Get more friendly with your camera This manual • Shoot ...
For full use of the digital still camera Prepare the camera and shoot in auto adjustment mode "Read This First" (separate volume) 1 Prepare the battery 2 Turn the camera on/set the clock 3 Insert a "Memory Stick" (not supplied) 4 Select the image size for use 5 Shoot images easily (Auto adjustment mode...) Shoot still images (Scene Selection) 6 View images/Delete images Get more friendly with your camera This manual • Shoot ...
Operating Instructions
Page 7
Adjusting the light intensity 11 Color - Table of contents Notes on a subject successfully 10 Exposure - Focusing on using your camera 4 Enjoying the camera Basic techniques for better images 10 Focus - On "image quality" and "image size 13 Identifying parts 15 Indicators on the ...screen 17 Changing the screen display 21 Number of still images and recording time of movies 22 When you do not have a "Memory Stick" (Recording with the internal memory...
Adjusting the light intensity 11 Color - Table of contents Notes on a subject successfully 10 Exposure - Focusing on using your camera 4 Enjoying the camera Basic techniques for better images 10 Focus - On "image quality" and "image size 13 Identifying parts 15 Indicators on the ...screen 17 Changing the screen display 21 Number of still images and recording time of movies 22 When you do not have a "Memory Stick" (Recording with the internal memory...
Operating Instructions
Page 8
Viewing menu 37 (Folder) - (Protect) DPOF (Print) (Slide) (Resize) (Rotate) (Divide) (Setup) Trimming Using the Setup screen Using Setup items 44 Camera 1 45 1 AF Mode Digital Zoom Date/Time Red Eye Reduction AF Illuminator Auto Review Camera 2 48 2 Enlarged Icon Internal Memory Tool 49 Format Memory Stick Tool 50 Format Create REC. Folder Change REC. Folder Copy Setup 1 52 1 LCD Backlight Beep Language Initialize Setup 2 53 2 File Number USB Connect Video Out Clock Set 8
Viewing menu 37 (Folder) - (Protect) DPOF (Print) (Slide) (Resize) (Rotate) (Divide) (Setup) Trimming Using the Setup screen Using Setup items 44 Camera 1 45 1 AF Mode Digital Zoom Date/Time Red Eye Reduction AF Illuminator Auto Review Camera 2 48 2 Enlarged Icon Internal Memory Tool 49 Format Memory Stick Tool 50 Format Create REC. Folder Change REC. Folder Copy Setup 1 52 1 LCD Backlight Beep Language Initialize Setup 2 53 2 File Number USB Connect Video Out Clock Set 8
Operating Instructions
Page 9
...your computer Enjoying your Windows computer 55 Copying images to your computer 57 Viewing image files stored on a computer with your camera (using a "Memory Stick 63 Using the supplied software 64 Using your Macintosh computer 66 Printing still images How to print still images 68 ... using a PictBridge compliant printer 69 Printing at a shop 72 Connecting your camera to your TV Viewing images on a TV screen 74 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 76 Warning indicators and messages 86 Others On the "Memory Stick 89 On the battery charger and the batteries 91 Precautions 93 Specifications...
...your computer Enjoying your Windows computer 55 Copying images to your computer 57 Viewing image files stored on a computer with your camera (using a "Memory Stick 63 Using the supplied software 64 Using your Macintosh computer 66 Printing still images How to print still images 68 ... using a PictBridge compliant printer 69 Printing at a shop 72 Connecting your camera to your TV Viewing images on a TV screen 74 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 76 Warning indicators and messages 86 Others On the "Memory Stick 89 On the battery charger and the batteries 91 Precautions 93 Specifications...
Operating Instructions
Page 13
Description of the pixels and the image size 3072 2592 640 1 Image size: 7M (DSC-W7/W17 only) 3,072 pixels×2,304 pixels = 7,077,888 pixels 2 Image size: 5M 2592 pixels×1944 pixels = 5,038,848 pixels Pixels 3 Image size: VGA(E-... dots called pixels. Although you cannot see the differences on a computer screen. Enjoying the camera 2304 1944 480 Quality On "image quality" and "image size" A digital image is shown by the number of pixels. "Image size" is made up more memory, and the image is printed or displayed on the screen of the...
Description of the pixels and the image size 3072 2592 640 1 Image size: 7M (DSC-W7/W17 only) 3,072 pixels×2,304 pixels = 7,077,888 pixels 2 Image size: 5M 2592 pixels×1944 pixels = 5,038,848 pixels Pixels 3 Image size: VGA(E-... dots called pixels. Although you cannot see the differences on a computer screen. Enjoying the camera 2304 1944 480 Quality On "image quality" and "image size" A digital image is shown by the number of pixels. "Image size" is made up more memory, and the image is printed or displayed on the screen of the...
Operating Instructions
Page 16
O Battery/"Memory Stick" cover (t step 1 and 3 in "Read This First") P OPEN button (bottom) (t step 1 in "Read This First" L AC Adaptor cord cover To use the AC-LS5K ... (bottom) • Use a tripod with a screw length of less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). You will be unable to firmly secure the camera to tripods having longer screws, and may damage the camera. I For shooting: Zoom (W/T) button (t step 5 in "Read This First") For viewing: / (Playback zoom) button/ (Index) button (t step 6 in "Read This...
O Battery/"Memory Stick" cover (t step 1 and 3 in "Read This First") P OPEN button (bottom) (t step 1 in "Read This First" L AC Adaptor cord cover To use the AC-LS5K ... (bottom) • Use a tripod with a screw length of less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). You will be unable to firmly secure the camera to tripods having longer screws, and may damage the camera. I For shooting: Zoom (W/T) button (t step 5 in "Read This First") For viewing: / (Playback zoom) button/ (Index) button (t step 6 in "Read This...
Operating Instructions
Page 18
... (22) Remaining "Memory Stick" capacity (22) 00:00:00 [00:28:05] Recording time [maximum recordable time] (22) 1/30" "Multi Burst interval (35) 400 Remaining number of vibration. However, we recommend holding the camera steadily and turning off the indicator to avoid the effects of ... quality (33) 101 Recording folder (50) • This does not appear when using the internal memory. Even if the vibration warning appears, you from shooting clear images. C Display Indication 7M (DSC-W7/ Image size (t step 4 in "Read This First") C:32:00 Self-diagnosis display (86)...
... (22) Remaining "Memory Stick" capacity (22) 00:00:00 [00:28:05] Recording time [maximum recordable time] (22) 1/30" "Multi Burst interval (35) 400 Remaining number of vibration. However, we recommend holding the camera steadily and turning off the indicator to avoid the effects of ... quality (33) 101 Recording folder (50) • This does not appear when using the internal memory. Even if the vibration warning appears, you from shooting clear images. C Display Indication 7M (DSC-W7/ Image size (t step 4 in "Read This First") C:32:00 Self-diagnosis display (86)...
Operating Instructions
Page 19
... (72) Change folder (37) • This does not appear when using the internal memory. Playback folder (37) • This does not appear when using the internal memory. Remaining internal memory capacity (22) Remaining "Memory Stick" capacity (22) 19 Enjoying the camera When playing back still images M VGA 101 101 12/12 C:32:00 1.3 +2.0EV 500...") Volume (t step 6 in "Read This First") C Display 101 101 Indication PictBridge connecting (70) Recording folder (50) • This does not appear when using the internal memory.
... (72) Change folder (37) • This does not appear when using the internal memory. Playback folder (37) • This does not appear when using the internal memory. Remaining internal memory capacity (22) Remaining "Memory Stick" capacity (22) 19 Enjoying the camera When playing back still images M VGA 101 101 12/12 C:32:00 1.3 +2.0EV 500...") Volume (t step 6 in "Read This First") C Display 101 101 Indication PictBridge connecting (70) Recording folder (50) • This does not appear when using the internal memory.
Operating Instructions
Page 22
... 1:31:09 24:18:25 • Movies with this internal memory is equivalent to that can be recorded using earlier Sony models are played back on the shooting conditions. Number of still ... the upper line and [Standard] on the lower line.) (Images) Capacity Size 7M (DSC-W7/ W17only) 3:2 (DSC-W7/ W17 only) 5M 3:2 (DSC-W5/ W15 only 3M 1M VGA(E-Mail) 32MB 9 18 9 18 12 23 12 ...be only recorded on a "Memory Stick PRO". • For image size and image quality, see page 13. • When images recorded using this camera. The values may vary depending on this camera, the display may differ from...
... 1:31:09 24:18:25 • Movies with this internal memory is equivalent to that can be recorded using earlier Sony models are played back on the shooting conditions. Number of still ... the upper line and [Standard] on the lower line.) (Images) Capacity Size 7M (DSC-W7/ W17only) 3:2 (DSC-W7/ W17 only) 5M 3:2 (DSC-W5/ W15 only 3M 1M VGA(E-Mail) 32MB 9 18 9 18 12 23 12 ...be only recorded on a "Memory Stick PRO". • For image size and image quality, see page 13. • When images recorded using this camera. The values may vary depending on this camera, the display may differ from...
Operating Instructions
Page 23
...a computer to [640(Fine)] cannot be recorded using the internal memory. On image data stored in the internal memory We recommend that you do not have a "Memory Stick" (Recording with the internal memory) The camera has 32 MB of 32 MB or more, then perform the ... on images on a "Memory Stick" Prepare a "Memory Stick" with a capacity of internal memory. Enjoying the camera When you copy (back up) data without a "Memory Stick" inserted in the camera. • You cannot move image data on a "Memory Stick" to the internal memory. • By connecting the camera and a computer with a...
...a computer to [640(Fine)] cannot be recorded using the internal memory. On image data stored in the internal memory We recommend that you do not have a "Memory Stick" (Recording with the internal memory) The camera has 32 MB of 32 MB or more, then perform the ... on images on a "Memory Stick" Prepare a "Memory Stick" with a capacity of internal memory. Enjoying the camera When you copy (back up) data without a "Memory Stick" inserted in the camera. • You cannot move image data on a "Memory Stick" to the internal memory. • By connecting the camera and a computer with a...
Operating Instructions
Page 24
...DSC-W5/W15 NH-AA-DA (Ni-MH) (supplied) Approx. 9200 Approx. 460 • Viewing single images in [Normal] mode with an image size of [160] • Shooting in the following conditions: - The numbers of images that can be recorded or viewed take into account changing the "Memory... the W and T ends - of images (Approx.) Battery life (min.) DSC-W7/W17 NH-AA- Shooting once every 30 seconds - Battery life and number of...following situations: - (P.Quality) is based on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) • Number of shooting image does not change ...
...DSC-W5/W15 NH-AA-DA (Ni-MH) (supplied) Approx. 9200 Approx. 460 • Viewing single images in [Normal] mode with an image size of [160] • Shooting in the following conditions: - The numbers of images that can be recorded or viewed take into account changing the "Memory... the W and T ends - of images (Approx.) Battery life (min.) DSC-W7/W17 NH-AA- Shooting once every 30 seconds - Battery life and number of...following situations: - (P.Quality) is based on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) • Number of shooting image does not change ...
Operating Instructions
Page 34
...to 1/6 second or slower. • When the battery level is low, or when the "Memory Stick" is full, the [Burst] stops. • You may not be able to ...- For details on the operation t page 28 Mode (REC Mode) Selects whether the camera performs continuous shooting or not when you press the shutter button. • This is convenient...shot in the [Multi Burst] mode is 1M. • You may not be able to M • When playing back a series of five images is recorded. • When the mode dial is set to (No flash). • When recording with [Multi Burst] using a computer or a camera...
...to 1/6 second or slower. • When the battery level is low, or when the "Memory Stick" is full, the [Burst] stops. • You may not be able to ...- For details on the operation t page 28 Mode (REC Mode) Selects whether the camera performs continuous shooting or not when you press the shutter button. • This is convenient...shot in the [Multi Burst] mode is 1M. • You may not be able to M • When playing back a series of five images is recorded. • When the mode dial is set to (No flash). • When recording with [Multi Burst] using a computer or a camera...
Operating Instructions
Page 37
...102MSDCF No. z On the [Folder] The camera stores images in the folder is displayed, the following procedure. OK See the following indicators appear. : Moves to the previous folder. : Moves to the next folder. : Moves to play back (when using a "Memory Stick" only). You can change the folder... 1 1 1:05:34AM OK Cancel BACK/NEXT 2 Select [OK] with b/B on the operation t page 28 The default settings are created in the "Memory Stick" and the first or last image in a specified folder of a "Memory Stick" (page 50). Using the menu Viewing menu For details on the control button.
...102MSDCF No. z On the [Folder] The camera stores images in the folder is displayed, the following procedure. OK See the following indicators appear. : Moves to the previous folder. : Moves to the next folder. : Moves to play back (when using a "Memory Stick" only). You can change the folder... 1 1 1:05:34AM OK Cancel BACK/NEXT 2 Select [OK] with b/B on the operation t page 28 The default settings are created in the "Memory Stick" and the first or last image in a specified folder of a "Memory Stick" (page 50). Using the menu Viewing menu For details on the control button.
Operating Instructions
Page 40
The original image is retained even after resizing. 7M (DSC-W7/W17 only) 5M The setting size is just a guideline, so it may vary depending on the image size, etc. (Resize) You can display the previous/... selected folder. Start Cancel See the following procedure. For details on the operation t page 28 Image Folder All Plays back all images stored on the "Memory Stick". Repeat On Off Plays back images in "Read This First" • You cannot change the size of movies or [Multi Burst] images. • When...
The original image is retained even after resizing. 7M (DSC-W7/W17 only) 5M The setting size is just a guideline, so it may vary depending on the image size, etc. (Resize) You can display the previous/... selected folder. Start Cancel See the following procedure. For details on the operation t page 28 Image Folder All Plays back all images stored on the "Memory Stick". Repeat On Off Plays back images in "Read This First" • You cannot change the size of movies or [Multi Burst] images. • When...
Operating Instructions
Page 41
... [OK] with v/V, then press z. • You cannot rotate protected images, movies, or [Multi Burst] images. • You may not be able to rotate images shot with other cameras. • When viewing images on a computer, the image rotation information may not be displayed on the software. (Divide) Cuts movies, or deletes unnecessary portions... See the following procedure. See the following procedure. Determines the rotation. See the following procedure. This is the recommended function to use when the internal memory or "Memory Stick" capacity is skipped.
... [OK] with v/V, then press z. • You cannot rotate protected images, movies, or [Multi Burst] images. • You may not be able to rotate images shot with other cameras. • When viewing images on a computer, the image rotation information may not be displayed on the software. (Divide) Cuts movies, or deletes unnecessary portions... See the following procedure. See the following procedure. Determines the rotation. See the following procedure. This is the recommended function to use when the internal memory or "Memory Stick" capacity is skipped.
Operating Instructions
Page 49
The format is inserted in the camera. Format Formats the internal memory. • Note that formatting irrevocably erases all data in internal memory will be erased Ready?" OK See the following procedure. Internal Memory Tool For details on the control button, then press z. Using the... Setup screen 49 The message "All data in the internal memory, including even protected images. Cancel ...
The format is inserted in the camera. Format Formats the internal memory. • Note that formatting irrevocably erases all data in internal memory will be erased Ready?" OK See the following procedure. Internal Memory Tool For details on the control button, then press z. Using the... Setup screen 49 The message "All data in the internal memory, including even protected images. Cancel ...
Operating Instructions
Page 50
... For details on the operation t page 44 This item appears only when a "Memory Stick" is complete. OK See the following procedure. The format is inserted in the camera. Create REC. folder 102MSDCF Ready? OK Cancel 2 Select [OK] with v on the control button, then press z. Cancel ... appears. When the folder capacity is exceeded, a new folder is created or selected. • You cannot delete a folder with the camera. Format Formats the "Memory Stick". appears. 2 Select [OK] with v on the control button, then press z. OK See the following procedure. Create REC. Folder...
... For details on the operation t page 44 This item appears only when a "Memory Stick" is complete. OK See the following procedure. The format is inserted in the camera. Create REC. folder 102MSDCF Ready? OK Cancel 2 Select [OK] with v on the control button, then press z. Cancel ... appears. When the folder capacity is exceeded, a new folder is created or selected. • You cannot delete a folder with the camera. Format Formats the "Memory Stick". appears. 2 Select [OK] with v on the control button, then press z. OK See the following procedure. Create REC. Folder...
Operating Instructions
Page 51
...Metal Hydride batteries or the AC Adaptor (not supplied). If you copy data. 51 To delete the contents of the internal memory, remove the "Memory Stick" after copying. The folder selection screen appears. Folder Changes the folder currently used for recording images. OK See the following.... 3 Select [OK] with little remaining charge, the batteries may run out, causing copying to a "Memory Stick". Folder 102 2/2 Folder Name:102MSDCF No. The message "All data in Internal Memory Tool (page 49). • You cannot select a folder copied on the operation t page 44 Using the...
...Metal Hydride batteries or the AC Adaptor (not supplied). If you copy data. 51 To delete the contents of the internal memory, remove the "Memory Stick" after copying. The folder selection screen appears. Folder Changes the folder currently used for recording images. OK See the following.... 3 Select [OK] with little remaining charge, the batteries may run out, causing copying to a "Memory Stick". Folder 102 2/2 Folder Name:102MSDCF No. The message "All data in Internal Memory Tool (page 49). • You cannot select a folder copied on the operation t page 44 Using the...
Operating Instructions
Page 53
... video output signal to connected equipment. Series Assigns numbers to files in sequence even if the recording folder or the "Memory Stick" is changed. (When the replaced "Memory Stick" contains a file with a number higher than the last assigned number, a number one higher than the largest number...PAL Sets the video output signal to a PictBridge compliant printer (page 69). PTP When [PTP] (Picture Transfer Protocol) is set and the camera is assigned.) USB Connect Selects the USB mode to be used to assign file numbers to a computer or a PictBridge compliant printer using the USB...
... video output signal to connected equipment. Series Assigns numbers to files in sequence even if the recording folder or the "Memory Stick" is changed. (When the replaced "Memory Stick" contains a file with a number higher than the last assigned number, a number one higher than the largest number...PAL Sets the video output signal to a PictBridge compliant printer (page 69). PTP When [PTP] (Picture Transfer Protocol) is set and the camera is assigned.) USB Connect Selects the USB mode to be used to assign file numbers to a computer or a PictBridge compliant printer using the USB...