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Printed using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. Additional information on a computer Printing images Digital Single Lens Reflex Camera Instruction Manual DSLR-A230 Preparing the camera Before your operation Shooting images Using the shooting function Using the viewing function Changing your setup Viewing images on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website.
Printed using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. Additional information on a computer Printing images Digital Single Lens Reflex Camera Instruction Manual DSLR-A230 Preparing the camera Before your operation Shooting images Using the shooting function Using the viewing function Changing your setup Viewing images on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website.
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..., and are operational for if recording or playback is focused on copyright Television programs, films, videotapes, and other medium. Notes on using your camera or a memory card, etc. The pictures used in this manual The photographs used as described in a cold location. Black, white, red,... blue and green points • Do not expose the camera to a malfunction of your camera No compensation for contents of the recording The contents of pictures in this Instruction Manual The data on performance and specifications is...
..., and are operational for if recording or playback is focused on copyright Television programs, films, videotapes, and other medium. Notes on using your camera or a memory card, etc. The pictures used in this manual The photographs used as described in a cold location. Black, white, red,... blue and green points • Do not expose the camera to a malfunction of your camera No compensation for contents of the recording The contents of pictures in this Instruction Manual The data on performance and specifications is...
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... the accessories supplied 11 Preparing the battery pack 12 Attaching a lens 18 Inserting a memory card 20 Preparing the camera 23 Using the accessories supplied 25 Checking the number of recordable images 27 Cleaning 29 Identifying parts and screen indicators 32 Front side...the Control button 42 The functions selected by the Fn (Function) button ... 43 The functions selected by the MENU button 43 Shooting an image without camera shake 45 Correct posture 45 Using the SteadyShot function 46 Using a tripod 47 / Shooting with the automatic setting 48 Shooting with a suitable setting ...
... the accessories supplied 11 Preparing the battery pack 12 Attaching a lens 18 Inserting a memory card 20 Preparing the camera 23 Using the accessories supplied 25 Checking the number of recordable images 27 Cleaning 29 Identifying parts and screen indicators 32 Front side...the Control button 42 The functions selected by the Fn (Function) button ... 43 The functions selected by the MENU button 43 Shooting an image without camera shake 45 Correct posture 45 Using the SteadyShot function 46 Using a tripod 47 / Shooting with the automatic setting 48 Shooting with a suitable setting ...
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... setting 112 Changing the functions of the control dial 113 Changing other settings 114 Setting the LCD monitor 116 Confirming the version of the camera 118 Resetting to the default 119 Viewing images Copying images to your computer 121 on a computer Viewing images on your computer 125 Using... the software 129 Printing images Specifying DPOF 135 Printing images by connecting the camera to a PictBridge compliant printer 137 Others Specifications 140 Troubleshooting 144 Warning messages 153 Precautions 156 Index 158 10
... setting 112 Changing the functions of the control dial 113 Changing other settings 114 Setting the LCD monitor 116 Confirming the version of the camera 118 Resetting to the default 119 Viewing images Copying images to your computer 121 on a computer Viewing images on your computer 125 Using... the software 129 Printing images Specifying DPOF 135 Printing images by connecting the camera to a PictBridge compliant printer 137 Others Specifications 140 Troubleshooting 144 Warning messages 153 Precautions 156 Index 158 10
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... cord (mains lead) (1) (not supplied in the U.S.A. Preparing the camera Preparing the camera Checking the accessories supplied The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces. • BC-VH1 Battery charger (1) • Body cap (1) (Attached on the camera) • CD-ROM (Application Software for α camera) (1) • Quick Start Guide (1) • Instruction Manual (This...
... cord (mains lead) (1) (not supplied in the U.S.A. Preparing the camera Preparing the camera Checking the accessories supplied The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces. • BC-VH1 Battery charger (1) • Body cap (1) (Attached on the camera) • CD-ROM (Application Software for α camera) (1) • Quick Start Guide (1) • Instruction Manual (This...
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It can be charged even when it has not been fully depleted. Preparing the battery pack When using the camera for the first time, be used when it clicks. 12 Charging the battery pack The "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack can also be sure to charge the NP-FH50 "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (supplied). Push the battery pack until it has not been fully charged. 1 Insert the battery pack on the battery charger.
It can be charged even when it has not been fully depleted. Preparing the battery pack When using the camera for the first time, be used when it clicks. 12 Charging the battery pack The "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack can also be sure to charge the NP-FH50 "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (supplied). Push the battery pack until it has not been fully charged. 1 Insert the battery pack on the battery charger.
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Light on the remaining capacity of the battery back or charging conditions. and Canada Plug To the wall outlet (wall socket) Preparing the camera CHARGE lamp For customers in the U.S.A. Full charge Normal charge Approx. 265 min. Slow flashing: Turns the light on and off repeatedly at the interval ...
Light on the remaining capacity of the battery back or charging conditions. and Canada Plug To the wall outlet (wall socket) Preparing the camera CHARGE lamp For customers in the U.S.A. Full charge Normal charge Approx. 265 min. Slow flashing: Turns the light on and off repeatedly at the interval ...
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...8226; When the CHARGE lamp flashes slowly, it with dry cloth, etc. We recommend charging the battery pack in the battery charger (supplied) with your camera. If the battery pack is dirty, charging may be performed successfully. Notes • Connect the battery charger to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz....The battery charger stops charging and enters the standby status automatically when the temperature is the specified type. Note • Do not use your camera abroad - If you attempt to 86°F). Clean the battery charger with a new one or another one and check if the battery charger ...
...8226; When the CHARGE lamp flashes slowly, it with dry cloth, etc. We recommend charging the battery pack in the battery charger (supplied) with your camera. If the battery pack is dirty, charging may be performed successfully. Notes • Connect the battery charger to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz....The battery charger stops charging and enters the standby status automatically when the temperature is the specified type. Note • Do not use your camera abroad - If you attempt to 86°F). Clean the battery charger with a new one or another one and check if the battery charger ...
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Be careful not to drop the battery pack. To remove the battery pack Turn off the camera and slide the lock lever in the direction of the battery. 3 Close the battery cover. Lock lever Lock lever 15 Preparing the camera Inserting the charged battery pack 1 While sliding the battery cover open lever, open the battery cover. 2 Firmly insert the battery pack all the way while pressing the lock lever with the tip of the arrow.
Be careful not to drop the battery pack. To remove the battery pack Turn off the camera and slide the lock lever in the direction of the battery. 3 Close the battery cover. Lock lever Lock lever 15 Preparing the camera Inserting the charged battery pack 1 While sliding the battery cover open lever, open the battery cover. 2 Firmly insert the battery pack all the way while pressing the lock lever with the tip of the arrow.
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... as you put the battery pack in a pocket close to your body to how it in which each battery pack is used with your camera immediately before you start shooting. • The battery pack will run out quickly if you use the flash frequently, use of the battery... in low temperature surroundings. If the battery operating time seems shortened considerably, a probable cause is stored and the operating conditions and environment in your camera. What is limited. Battery life • The battery life is an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack? We recommend that the battery pack can be used...
... as you put the battery pack in a pocket close to your body to how it in which each battery pack is used with your camera immediately before you start shooting. • The battery pack will run out quickly if you use the flash frequently, use of the battery... in low temperature surroundings. If the battery operating time seems shortened considerably, a probable cause is stored and the operating conditions and environment in your camera. What is limited. Battery life • The battery life is an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack? We recommend that the battery pack can be used...
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Preparing the camera How to store the battery pack If the battery pack is not to be used for a long time, fully charge it and then fully use it up once a year on your camera before storing the battery pack in a dry, cool place to prolong the battery life. 17
Preparing the camera How to store the battery pack If the battery pack is not to be used for a long time, fully charge it and then fully use it up once a year on your camera before storing the battery pack in a dry, cool place to prolong the battery life. 17
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... Notes • A rear lens cap is not supplied with the DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM Lens Kit. Attaching a lens 1 Remove the body cap from the camera and the packaging lid from the rear of the lens. • When changing the lens, quickly change the lens away from dusty locations so as... to the camera, purchase the Rear Lens Cap ALC-R55. • When attaching a lens, do not press the lens release button. • Do not use force when attaching...
... Notes • A rear lens cap is not supplied with the DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM Lens Kit. Attaching a lens 1 Remove the body cap from the camera and the packaging lid from the rear of the lens. • When changing the lens, quickly change the lens away from dusty locations so as... to the camera, purchase the Rear Lens Cap ALC-R55. • When attaching a lens, do not press the lens release button. • Do not use force when attaching...
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... the image sensor using [Cleaning mode] in and turn the lens counterclockwise until it may appear on the image, depending on the shooting environment. The camera is equipped with an anti-dust function to prevent dust from landing on the lens and attach the body cap to the... the way in the (page 30). Lens release button Note on changing the lens When changing the lens, if dust or debris gets inside the camera and lands on the surface of the image sensor (the part that acts as the film), it stops. 2 Replace the packaging lid on the image...
... the image sensor using [Cleaning mode] in and turn the lens counterclockwise until it may appear on the image, depending on the shooting environment. The camera is equipped with an anti-dust function to prevent dust from landing on the lens and attach the body cap to the... the way in the (page 30). Lens release button Note on changing the lens When changing the lens, if dust or debris gets inside the camera and lands on the surface of the image sensor (the part that acts as the film), it stops. 2 Replace the packaging lid on the image...
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... and the SD memory card and SDHC memory card are referred to use using the memory card switch. 20 A MultiMediaCard cannot be used with this camera. Face side (SD memory card) Terminal part Face side ("Memory Stick PRO Duo") Terminal part 3 Select the type of memory card you want to as... card Only "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media, "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media, SD memory cards and SDHC memory cards can be used with this camera.
... and the SD memory card and SDHC memory card are referred to use using the memory card switch. 20 A MultiMediaCard cannot be used with this camera. Face side (SD memory card) Terminal part Face side ("Memory Stick PRO Duo") Terminal part 3 Select the type of memory card you want to as... card Only "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media, "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media, SD memory cards and SDHC memory cards can be used with this camera.
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... card Check that the access lamp is lit, do not remove the memory card or the battery pack, or turn off the power. Preparing the camera 4 Close the memory card cover. Access lamp Notes on using memory cards • Do not strike, bend or drop the memory card. • Do not...
... card Check that the access lamp is lit, do not remove the memory card or the battery pack, or turn off the power. Preparing the camera 4 Close the memory card cover. Access lamp Notes on using memory cards • Do not strike, bend or drop the memory card. • Do not...
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... SD memory cards with a capacity up to 32 GB have been confirmed to operate properly with this camera. • The memory cards formatted with a computer are not guaranteed to operate with this camera. • Data read/write speeds differ depending on the combination of the memory cards and the equipment...press down hard when you write down on the memo area. • Do not attach a label on the "Memory Stick" media used with this camera. * Supports high-speed data transfer using a parallel interface. 22 "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media* "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media* Available with your...
... SD memory cards with a capacity up to 32 GB have been confirmed to operate properly with this camera. • The memory cards formatted with a computer are not guaranteed to operate with this camera. • Data read/write speeds differ depending on the combination of the memory cards and the equipment...press down hard when you write down on the memo area. • Do not attach a label on the "Memory Stick" media used with this camera. * Supports high-speed data transfer using a parallel interface. 22 "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media* "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media* Available with your...
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... for the first time, the date/time setup screen appears. 1 Set the power switch to ON to turn the camera on. • To turn the camera off, set it to OFF. 2 Verify that [OK] is selected on the LCD monitor, then press the center of the control button. 3 Select each item ...
... for the first time, the date/time setup screen appears. 1 Set the power switch to ON to turn the camera on. • To turn the camera off, set it to OFF. 2 Verify that [OK] is selected on the LCD monitor, then press the center of the control button. 3 Select each item ...
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... the date/time setting operation Press the MENU button. when you are farsighted, toward + when you are near-sighted. • Training the camera on a light allows you to the camera, remove the eyecup as illustrated and attach them. 24 When it is selected, then press the center of the finder (diopter adjustment...
... the date/time setting operation Press the MENU button. when you are farsighted, toward + when you are near-sighted. • Training the camera on a light allows you to the camera, remove the eyecup as illustrated and attach them. 24 When it is selected, then press the center of the finder (diopter adjustment...
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The other accessories are described in the following pages. • Rechargeable battery pack (page 12) • Battery charger (page 12) • Power cord (mains lead) (not supplied in the U.S.A. Eyepiece cover 25 Preparing the camera Using the accessories supplied This section describes how to use the shoulder strap, the eyepiece cover, and eyecup. and Canada) (page 12) • USB cable (pages 122, 138) • CD-ROM (page 130) Attaching the shoulder strap Attach both ends of the strap onto the camera. • You can also attach the eyepiece cover (page 26) on the strap.
The other accessories are described in the following pages. • Rechargeable battery pack (page 12) • Battery charger (page 12) • Power cord (mains lead) (not supplied in the U.S.A. Eyepiece cover 25 Preparing the camera Using the accessories supplied This section describes how to use the shoulder strap, the eyepiece cover, and eyecup. and Canada) (page 12) • USB cable (pages 122, 138) • CD-ROM (page 130) Attaching the shoulder strap Attach both ends of the strap onto the camera. • You can also attach the eyepiece cover (page 26) on the strap.
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...a memory card The table shows the approximate number of images that can be recorded (should you insert a memory card into the camera and set the power switch to shoot using Sony standard memory cards for testing. Image size: L 10M Aspect ratio: 3:2* "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (Units: Images) Size.... Notes • When "0" (the number of recordable images) flashes in yellow, it means no memory card has been inserted. Preparing the camera Checking the number of recordable images Once you continue to ON, the number of images that can be recorded on the shooting conditions.
...a memory card The table shows the approximate number of images that can be recorded (should you insert a memory card into the camera and set the power switch to shoot using Sony standard memory cards for testing. Image size: L 10M Aspect ratio: 3:2* "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (Units: Images) Size.... Notes • When "0" (the number of recordable images) flashes in yellow, it means no memory card has been inserted. Preparing the camera Checking the number of recordable images Once you continue to ON, the number of images that can be recorded on the shooting conditions.
