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Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read "Cybershot Handbook" (PDF) and "Cyber-shot Step-up Guide" on the CD-ROM (supplied) using a computer. Digital Still Camera Instruction Manual GB DSC-S930 For details on advanced operations, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. © 2009 Sony Corporation 4-126-520-11(1)
Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read "Cybershot Handbook" (PDF) and "Cyber-shot Step-up Guide" on the CD-ROM (supplied) using a computer. Digital Still Camera Instruction Manual GB DSC-S930 For details on advanced operations, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. © 2009 Sony Corporation 4-126-520-11(1)
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... (sold separately) ...8 2 Turning the camera on/setting the clock 10 Shooting images easily 11 Shooting mode/Zoom/Flash/Macro/Self-timer/Display/Image size ........ 12 Viewing/deleting images 14 Indicators on using your computer 22 Supported Operating Systems for USB connection and application software (supplied 22 Viewing "Cyber-shot Handbook 23 Battery life...
... (sold separately) ...8 2 Turning the camera on/setting the clock 10 Shooting images easily 11 Shooting mode/Zoom/Flash/Macro/Self-timer/Display/Image size ........ 12 Viewing/deleting images 14 Indicators on using your computer 22 Supported Operating Systems for USB connection and application software (supplied 22 Viewing "Cyber-shot Handbook 23 Battery life...
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... of the pixels are a normal result of recorded content due to water. However, some cases, the camera cannot be contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws. [ No compensation for damaged content or recording failure Sony cannot compensate for failure to record or loss or damage of the manufacturing process, and do...
... of the pixels are a normal result of recorded content due to water. However, some cases, the camera cannot be contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws. [ No compensation for damaged content or recording failure Sony cannot compensate for failure to record or loss or damage of the manufacturing process, and do...
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"Cyber-shot Handbook" - "Cyber-shot Step-up Guide" • Instruction Manual (this manual) (1) Attach the strap to prevent the camera from damage by being dropped. Cyber-shot application software - Hook 7 Getting started Checking the accessories supplied • LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries (2) • USB cable (1) • Wrist strap (1) • CD-ROM (1) -
"Cyber-shot Handbook" - "Cyber-shot Step-up Guide" • Instruction Manual (this manual) (1) Attach the strap to prevent the camera from damage by being dropped. Cyber-shot application software - Hook 7 Getting started Checking the accessories supplied • LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries (2) • USB cable (1) • Wrist strap (1) • CD-ROM (1) -
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.../plays back images using the internal memory (approx. 12 MB). [ Batteries you can and cannot use with your camera Battery type LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries HR 15/51:HR6 (size AA) Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries ZR6 (size AA) Oxy Nickel Primary Battery Manganese ...
.../plays back images using the internal memory (approx. 12 MB). [ Batteries you can and cannot use with your camera Battery type LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries HR 15/51:HR6 (size AA) Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries ZR6 (size AA) Oxy Nickel Primary Battery Manganese ...
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... the batteries are inserted in the CD-ROM (supplied), you can print or save images with v/V, then press z. 3 Select [OK], then press z. • The camera does not have a feature for about three minutes, the camera turns off automatically to prevent wearing down the batteries (Auto power-off function). 10 2 Turning the... camera on/setting the clock ON/OFF (power) button ɟ Control button 1 z button 2 3 1Press the ON/OFF (power) button. 2Set the clock with the control button....
... the batteries are inserted in the CD-ROM (supplied), you can print or save images with v/V, then press z. 3 Select [OK], then press z. • The camera does not have a feature for about three minutes, the camera turns off automatically to prevent wearing down the batteries (Auto power-off function). 10 2 Turning the... camera on/setting the clock ON/OFF (power) button ɟ Control button 1 z button 2 3 1Press the ON/OFF (power) button. 2Set the clock with the control button....
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Movie: Select (Movie). 2Hold the camera steady, keeping your arms at your side. AE/AF lock indicator Movie: Press the shutter button fully down to focus. Shooting images easily Macro button ...
Movie: Select (Movie). 2Hold the camera steady, keeping your arms at your side. AE/AF lock indicator Movie: Press the shutter button fully down to focus. Shooting images easily Macro button ...
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...zoom Press T to zoom, press W to undo zoom. [ Flash (Selecting a flash mode for still images Press the MENU button and select [Camera], then select the desired mode. You can adjust other settings using the menu. Snow Shoots snow scenes in white more vividly. Landscape Shoots with a ... off [ Macro (Shooting close-up) Press b ( ) on the control button repeatedly until the desired mode is selected. : Auto The camera adjusts the focus automatically from distant subjects to close subjects. 12 Program Auto Allows you to the scene. Auto Adjustment Allows easy shooting with priority...
...zoom Press T to zoom, press W to undo zoom. [ Flash (Selecting a flash mode for still images Press the MENU button and select [Camera], then select the desired mode. You can adjust other settings using the menu. Snow Shoots snow scenes in white more vividly. Landscape Shoots with a ... off [ Macro (Shooting close-up) Press b ( ) on the control button repeatedly until the desired mode is selected. : Auto The camera adjusts the focus automatically from distant subjects to close subjects. 12 Program Auto Allows you to the scene. Auto Adjustment Allows easy shooting with priority...
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... z again to stop playback.) Press B to fast forward, b to rewind. (Press z to return to normal playback.) • You cannot listen to the audio with this camera when a movie is played back. [ To delete images 1 Display the image you want to the single image screen, press z. 14 To cancel the playback zoom...
... z again to stop playback.) Press B to fast forward, b to rewind. (Press z to return to normal playback.) • You cannot listen to the audio with this camera when a movie is played back. [ To delete images 1 Display the image you want to the single image screen, press z. 14 To cancel the playback zoom...
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..., the display changes (page 13). [ When shooting still images [ When shooting movies [ When playing back 16 Battery remaining Low battery warning Image size Camera mode (Scene Selection) Camera mode (Program Auto) White balance Burst mode Metering mode Face Detection SteadyShot Vibration warning • Indicates vibration may prevent you from shooting clear images...
..., the display changes (page 13). [ When shooting still images [ When shooting movies [ When playing back 16 Battery remaining Low battery warning Image size Camera mode (Scene Selection) Camera mode (Program Auto) White balance Burst mode Metering mode Face Detection SteadyShot Vibration warning • Indicates vibration may prevent you from shooting clear images...
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... items vary depending on image that you want to print out. Selects the priority subject for viewing images. Adjusts the amount of images). Shooting menu Camera Selects the shooting mode. SteadyShot Face Detection REC Mode Selects the anti-blur mode. EV ISO Metering Mode Adjusts Exposure. Adjusts the color tones. Rotates...
... items vary depending on image that you want to print out. Selects the priority subject for viewing images. Adjusts the amount of images). Shooting menu Camera Selects the shooting mode. SteadyShot Face Detection REC Mode Selects the anti-blur mode. EV ISO Metering Mode Adjusts Exposure. Adjusts the color tones. Rotates...
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Displays the description of functions when you operate the camera. Selects the USB mode to easily set a subject in the menu items, warnings, and messages. 21 Shooting Settings Grid Line Digital Zoom Auto Review Displays lines to be used in a horizontal or vertical position. Language ... used for approximately two seconds immediately after shooting a still image. Change REC.Folder Changes the folder currently used when connecting the camera to the default setting. Copy Copies all images in "Memory Stick Duo" media for recording images. Clock Settings Clock Settings Sets...
Displays the description of functions when you operate the camera. Selects the USB mode to easily set a subject in the menu items, warnings, and messages. 21 Shooting Settings Grid Line Digital Zoom Auto Review Displays lines to be used in a horizontal or vertical position. Language ... used for approximately two seconds immediately after shooting a still image. Change REC.Folder Changes the folder currently used when connecting the camera to the default setting. Copy Copies all images in "Memory Stick Duo" media for recording images. Clock Settings Clock Settings Sets...
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... supported. *2 Starter (Edition) is not supported. • Your computer must be pre-installed with the camera on the operating environment of "PMB" Cyber-shot application software, refer to "Cyber-shot Handbook" in the CDROM (supplied), you can view images shot with an OS listed above. By using the software in the CD-ROM (supplied). Enjoying your...
... supported. *2 Starter (Edition) is not supported. • Your computer must be pre-installed with the camera on the operating environment of "PMB" Cyber-shot application software, refer to "Cyber-shot Handbook" in the CDROM (supplied), you can view images shot with an OS listed above. By using the software in the CD-ROM (supplied). Enjoying your...
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...- When you click the [Cyber-shot Handbook] button, the screen for copying "Cyber-shot Handbook" appears. 2 Follow the on your computer, and insert the CD- Viewing "Cyber-shot Handbook" "Cyber-shot Handbook" in the CD-ROM (supplied) explains how to use the camera in the [GB] folder to copy. • When you install "Cyber-shot Handbook", the "Cyber-shot Step-up Guide" will...
...- When you click the [Cyber-shot Handbook] button, the screen for copying "Cyber-shot Handbook" appears. 2 Follow the on your computer, and insert the CD- Viewing "Cyber-shot Handbook" "Cyber-shot Handbook" in the CD-ROM (supplied) explains how to use the camera in the [GB] folder to copy. • When you install "Cyber-shot Handbook", the "Cyber-shot Step-up Guide" will...
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...of use. [ When shooting still images Battery Battery life (min.) No. The zoom is for alkaline battery are approximations and allow for regular camera use only. You may vary, depending on the battery manufacturer/type, environmental conditions, product setting, etc. • The supplied alkaline battery is ...number of images you can record/view The numbers shown in the following , etc.: - The battery power is used frequently. - The camera has been turned on the batteries • The battery capacity decreases as the number of uses increases and also over time. • The...
...of use. [ When shooting still images Battery Battery life (min.) No. The zoom is for alkaline battery are approximations and allow for regular camera use only. You may vary, depending on the battery manufacturer/type, environmental conditions, product setting, etc. • The supplied alkaline battery is ...number of images you can record/view The numbers shown in the following , etc.: - The battery power is used frequently. - The camera has been turned on the batteries • The battery capacity decreases as the number of uses increases and also over time. • The...
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...image size, see page 13. [ The approximate recordable number of still images (Units: Images) Internal Capacity memory "Memory Stick Duo" media formatted with this camera Size Approx. 12MB 256MB 512MB 1GB 2GB 4GB 8GB 16GB 10M 2 58 115 230 470 940 1900 3800 3:2 (8M) 2 58 115 230 470 ... shootable images is greater than 9,999, the ">9999" indicator appears. • When an image was recorded using an earlier Sony model and is played back on the camera, the image may not appear in the actual image size. [ The approximate recordable time of movies The numbers in the table...
...image size, see page 13. [ The approximate recordable number of still images (Units: Images) Internal Capacity memory "Memory Stick Duo" media formatted with this camera Size Approx. 12MB 256MB 512MB 1GB 2GB 4GB 8GB 16GB 10M 2 58 115 230 470 940 1900 3800 3:2 (8M) 2 58 115 230 470 ... shootable images is greater than 9,999, the ">9999" indicator appears. • When an image was recorded using an earlier Sony model and is played back on the camera, the image may not appear in the actual image size. [ The approximate recordable time of movies The numbers in the table...
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... the camera for about one due to the memory effect, etc. Batteries and power The battery remaining indicator is incorrect, or sufficient battery remaining indicator is not a malfunction. Fully discharge and then charge the batteries to "Cyber-shot Handbook"... This is displayed but the power runs out too quickly. • This phenomenon occurs when you use the camera in an extremely cold location. • The batteries are dead. Clean them with new ones. • When.... Replace them sufficiently. Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with your Sony dealer or local authorized...
... the camera for about one due to the memory effect, etc. Batteries and power The battery remaining indicator is incorrect, or sufficient battery remaining indicator is not a malfunction. Fully discharge and then charge the batteries to "Cyber-shot Handbook"... This is displayed but the power runs out too quickly. • This phenomenon occurs when you use the camera in an extremely cold location. • The batteries are dead. Clean them with new ones. • When.... Replace them sufficiently. Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with your Sony dealer or local authorized...
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... 14). • The folder/file name has been changed on your computer. • Sony does not guarantee playback of the internal memory or "Memory Stick Duo" media (page 25). Cannot insert dates on images. • The camera does not have been processed using "PMB", you can print or save images with... on images. Delete the USB connection. 27 Shooting still images/movies Cannot record images. • Check the free capacity of image files on the camera if the files have a feature for about three minutes while the power is occurring and white, black, red, purple, or other streaks appear on...
... 14). • The folder/file name has been changed on your computer. • Sony does not guarantee playback of the internal memory or "Memory Stick Duo" media (page 25). Cannot insert dates on images. • The camera does not have been processed using "PMB", you can print or save images with... on images. Delete the USB connection. 27 Shooting still images/movies Cannot record images. • Check the free capacity of image files on the camera if the files have a feature for about three minutes while the power is occurring and white, black, red, purple, or other streaks appear on...
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...that if you do not use under the temperatures between 0°C and 40°C (32°F and 104°F). This may cause the camera to malfunction, and in the camera, and leave the camera for the moisture to charge this case, be indicated. Shooting in contact with rubber or vinyl for use the... In sandy or dusty places Be careful not to chemical products such as hammering, dropping or stepping on the battery. • Do not use the camera, but the date and time will not be repaired. [ On carrying Do not sit down in a chair or other settings regardless of the internal rechargeable...
...that if you do not use under the temperatures between 0°C and 40°C (32°F and 104°F). This may cause the camera to malfunction, and in the camera, and leave the camera for the moisture to charge this case, be indicated. Shooting in contact with rubber or vinyl for use the... In sandy or dusty places Be careful not to chemical products such as hammering, dropping or stepping on the battery. • Do not use the camera, but the date and time will not be repaired. [ On carrying Do not sit down in a chair or other settings regardless of the internal rechargeable...
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...] Image device: 7.7 mm (1/2.3 type) color CCD, Primary color filter Total pixel number of camera: Approx. 10.3 Megapixels Effective pixel number of camera: Approx. 10.1 Megapixels Lens: 3× zoom lens f = 6.4 - 19.2 mm (36 - 108 mm (35 mm film equivalent)) F2.9 (W) - 5.4 (T) Exposure control: Automatic exposure, Scene Selection (7 modes) White ...
...] Image device: 7.7 mm (1/2.3 type) color CCD, Primary color filter Total pixel number of camera: Approx. 10.3 Megapixels Effective pixel number of camera: Approx. 10.1 Megapixels Lens: 3× zoom lens f = 6.4 - 19.2 mm (36 - 108 mm (35 mm film equivalent)) F2.9 (W) - 5.4 (T) Exposure control: Automatic exposure, Scene Selection (7 modes) White ...