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... separately 11 3 Turning the camera on/setting the clock 13 Shooting images easily 14 Mode dial/Zoom/Flash/Macro/Self-timer/Display/Image size 15 Viewing/deleting images 17 Indicators on using your computer 25 Supported Operating Systems for USB connection and application software (supplied 25 Viewing "Cyber-shot Handbook 26 Battery life...
... separately 11 3 Turning the camera on/setting the clock 13 Shooting images easily 14 Mode dial/Zoom/Flash/Macro/Self-timer/Display/Image size 15 Viewing/deleting images 17 Indicators on using your computer 25 Supported Operating Systems for USB connection and application software (supplied 25 Viewing "Cyber-shot Handbook 26 Battery life...
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..." media back up Do not turn on the camera again. [ 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...
..." media back up Do not turn on the camera again. [ 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...
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Getting started Checking the accessories supplied • Battery charger BC-CSK/BC-CSKA (1) • Dedicated USB cable (1) • Power cord (mains lead) (1) (not supplied in the USA and Canada) • Dedicated A/V cable (1) • Wrist strap (1) • CD-ROM (1) • Rechargeable battery pack NP-BK1 (1) - "Cyber-shot Step-up Guide" • Instruction Manual (this manual) (1) Attach the strap to prevent the camera from damage by being dropped. Hook 9 "Cyber-shot Handbook" GB - Cyber-shot application software -
Getting started Checking the accessories supplied • Battery charger BC-CSK/BC-CSKA (1) • Dedicated USB cable (1) • Power cord (mains lead) (1) (not supplied in the USA and Canada) • Dedicated A/V cable (1) • Wrist strap (1) • CD-ROM (1) • Rechargeable battery pack NP-BK1 (1) - "Cyber-shot Step-up Guide" • Instruction Manual (this manual) (1) Attach the strap to prevent the camera from damage by being dropped. Hook 9 "Cyber-shot Handbook" GB - Cyber-shot application software -
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..." media (sold separately). 3 Insert the battery pack. 4 Close the battery/"Memory Stick Duo" media cover. [ When there is no "Memory Stick Duo" media inserted The camera records/plays back images using the internal memory (approx. 12 MB). 11 GB 1 Open the battery/"Memory Stick Duo" media cover. 2 Insert the "Memory Stick...
..." media (sold separately). 3 Insert the battery pack. 4 Close the battery/"Memory Stick Duo" media cover. [ When there is no "Memory Stick Duo" media inserted The camera records/plays back images using the internal memory (approx. 12 MB). 11 GB 1 Open the battery/"Memory Stick Duo" media cover. 2 Insert the "Memory Stick...
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... depending on conditions of use and circumstances. • The Clock Set screen appears when you turn on and check the remaining battery charge on the camera for the first time (page 13). [ To remove the battery pack/"Memory Stick Duo" media Open the battery/"Memory Stick Duo" media cover. Slide the...
... depending on conditions of use and circumstances. • The Clock Set screen appears when you turn on and check the remaining battery charge on the camera for the first time (page 13). [ To remove the battery pack/"Memory Stick Duo" media Open the battery/"Memory Stick Duo" media cover. Slide the...
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... 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 battery pack (Auto power-off function). 13 3 Turning the camera on/setting the clock ON/OFF (power) button 1 ɟ Control button z button...] in the (Setup) screen (page 21). [ Notes on when the power is turned on • Once the battery pack is inserted in the camera, it may take time before operation becomes possible. • If the camera is running on battery power and you do not operate the...
... 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 battery pack (Auto power-off function). 13 3 Turning the camera on/setting the clock ON/OFF (power) button 1 ɟ Control button z button...] in the (Setup) screen (page 21). [ Notes on when the power is turned on • Once the battery pack is inserted in the camera, it may take time before operation becomes possible. • If the camera is running on battery power and you do not operate the...
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... z (AE/AF lock) indicator (green) flashes, a beep sounds, the indicator stops flashing and remains lit. 2 Press the shutter button fully down . Movie: Select . 2Hold the camera steady, keeping your arms at your side. Position the subject in the center of the lens). 14 Still image: 1 Press and hold the shutter button...
... z (AE/AF lock) indicator (green) flashes, a beep sounds, the indicator stops flashing and remains lit. 2 Press the shutter button fully down . Movie: Select . 2Hold the camera steady, keeping your arms at your side. Position the subject in the center of the lens). 14 Still image: 1 Press and hold the shutter button...
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...(default setting). : Flash forced on : Slow synchro (Flash forced on) The shutter speed is slow in this mode. : Macro The camera adjusts the focus with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value). Beach Shoots seaside or lakeside scenes with easy-to... W/T Using the zoom Press T to zoom, press W to clearly shoot the background that is out of the water captured more vividly. Normally, put the camera in a dark place to undo zoom. [ Flash (Selecting a flash mode for still images) Press B ( ) on the control button repeatedly until the ...
...(default setting). : Flash forced on : Slow synchro (Flash forced on) The shutter speed is slow in this mode. : Macro The camera adjusts the focus with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value). Beach Shoots seaside or lakeside scenes with easy-to... W/T Using the zoom Press T to zoom, press W to clearly shoot the background that is out of the water captured more vividly. Normally, put the camera in a dark place to undo zoom. [ Flash (Selecting a flash mode for still images) Press B ( ) on the control button repeatedly until the ...
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... display the volume control screen, then press b/B to adjust the volume. [ To delete images 1 Display the image you press the button when the camera is powered off, the camera is turned on the control button. Viewing/deleting images (Index) button Speaker (playback zoom) button (Playback) button (USB) · A/V OUT terminal ɟ Control...
... display the volume control screen, then press b/B to adjust the volume. [ To delete images 1 Display the image you press the button when the camera is powered off, the camera is turned on the control button. Viewing/deleting images (Index) button Speaker (playback zoom) button (Playback) button (USB) · A/V OUT terminal ɟ Control...
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... index screen is checked in the checkbox of a folder, select [All In This Folder] in step 1, then press z. [ To view images on TV Connect the camera to the TV with the dedicated A/V cable (supplied). • Align the arrow mark on the control button, then press z. 2 Select the image you want to... delete with the v mark beside the A/V OUT terminal and connect the cable to the camera. To the (USB) · A/V OUT terminal To audio/video input jacks Dedicated A/V cable (supplied) Arrow mark (back) 18
... index screen is checked in the checkbox of a folder, select [All In This Folder] in step 1, then press z. [ To view images on TV Connect the camera to the TV with the dedicated A/V cable (supplied). • Align the arrow mark on the control button, then press z. 2 Select the image you want to... delete with the v mark beside the A/V OUT terminal and connect the cable to the camera. To the (USB) · A/V OUT terminal To audio/video input jacks Dedicated A/V cable (supplied) Arrow mark (back) 18
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However, we recommend that you from shooting clear images due to stabilize the camera. Scene Selection Mode dial White balance Burst mode Metering mode Face Detection GB SteadyShot Vibration warning • Indicates vibration may prevent you set the anti-... connecting Protect Print order (DPOF) mark Volume PictBridge connecting • Do not disconnect the dedicated USB cable while the mark is displayed only for the DSC-S980. • is displayed. 19 Battery remaining Low battery warning Image size • / is displayed only for the...
However, we recommend that you from shooting clear images due to stabilize the camera. Scene Selection Mode dial White balance Burst mode Metering mode Face Detection GB SteadyShot Vibration warning • Indicates vibration may prevent you set the anti-... connecting Protect Print order (DPOF) mark Volume PictBridge connecting • Do not disconnect the dedicated USB cable while the mark is displayed only for the DSC-S980. • is displayed. 19 Battery remaining Low battery warning Image size • / is displayed only for the...
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Main Settings 1 Beep Selects the sound produced when you operate the camera. Function Guide Displays the description of the connected video equipment. Selects the digital zoom mode. Clock Settings Clock Settings Sets the date and time. For details on the screen for approximately two seconds...Stick Tool Format Formats the "Memory Stick Duo" media. Change REC.Folder Changes the folder currently used when connecting the camera to "Memory Stick Duo" media. Shooting Settings Grid Line Digital Zoom Auto Review Displays lines to be used for recording images. Memory Tool -
Main Settings 1 Beep Selects the sound produced when you operate the camera. Function Guide Displays the description of the connected video equipment. Selects the digital zoom mode. Clock Settings Clock Settings Sets the date and time. For details on the screen for approximately two seconds...Stick Tool Format Formats the "Memory Stick Duo" media. Change REC.Folder Changes the folder currently used when connecting the camera to "Memory Stick Duo" media. Shooting Settings Grid Line Digital Zoom Auto Review Displays lines to be used for recording images. Memory Tool -
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...SP1 Windows XP*1 SP3, Windows Vista*2 SP1 For Macintosh users Mac OS 9.1/9.2/ Mac OS X (v10.1 to "Cyber-shot Handbook" in the CDROM (supplied), you can view images shot with an OS listed above. OS upgrades are not supported. By using the software in the CD-ROM (supplied).... can enjoy still images and movies from the camera more than ever. GB *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". 25 Enjoying your computer, or use ...
...SP1 Windows XP*1 SP3, Windows Vista*2 SP1 For Macintosh users Mac OS 9.1/9.2/ Mac OS X (v10.1 to "Cyber-shot Handbook" in the CDROM (supplied), you can view images shot with an OS listed above. OS upgrades are not supported. By using the software in the CD-ROM (supplied).... can enjoy still images and movies from the camera more than ever. GB *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". 25 Enjoying your computer, or use ...
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...For Macintosh users 1 Turn on your computer, and insert the CD- Viewing "Cyber-shot Handbook" "Cyber-shot Handbook" in the CD-ROM (supplied) explains how to copy. • When you install "Cyber-shot Handbook", the "Cyber-shot Step-up Guide" will be installed automatically. 3 After the installation is complete..., double-click "Handbook.pdf". 26 When you click the [Cyber-shot Handbook] button, the screen for copying "Cyber-shot Handbook" appears. 2 Follow the on-screen instructions to use the camera in the [GB] folder to view it. [ For Windows users 1 Turn on...
...For Macintosh users 1 Turn on your computer, and insert the CD- Viewing "Cyber-shot Handbook" "Cyber-shot Handbook" in the CD-ROM (supplied) explains how to copy. • When you install "Cyber-shot Handbook", the "Cyber-shot Step-up Guide" will be installed automatically. 3 After the installation is complete..., double-click "Handbook.pdf". 26 When you click the [Cyber-shot Handbook] button, the screen for copying "Cyber-shot Handbook" appears. 2 Follow the on-screen instructions to use the camera in the [GB] folder to view it. [ For Windows users 1 Turn on...
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...• Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use . [ When shooting still images Battery life (min.) No. of images DSC-S950 Approx. 240 Approx. 4800 DSC-S980 Approx. 240 Approx. 4800 • Viewing single images in order at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). Note... record/view The numbers shown in the following tables assume a fully charged battery pack (supplied) is based on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) • The battery life and the number of images do not change, regardless of the "Memory Stick Duo"media ...
...• Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use . [ When shooting still images Battery life (min.) No. of images DSC-S950 Approx. 240 Approx. 4800 DSC-S980 Approx. 240 Approx. 4800 • Viewing single images in order at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). Note... record/view The numbers shown in the following tables assume a fully charged battery pack (supplied) is based on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) • The battery life and the number of images do not change, regardless of the "Memory Stick Duo"media ...
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... details on the image size, see page 16. [ The approximate recordable number of still images DSC-S980 (Units: Images) Internal Capacity memory Size Approx. 12MB "Memory Stick Duo" media formatted with this camera 256MB 512MB 1GB 2GB 4GB 8GB 16GB 12M 2 49 93 197 395 790 1600 3200 3:2 ...66 130 262 533 1060 2150 4300 16:9 (2M) 11 230 450 900 1800 3700 7500 15000 DSC-S950 (Units: Images) Internal Capacity memory Size Approx. 12MB "Memory Stick Duo" media formatted with this camera 256MB 512MB 1GB 2GB 4GB 8GB 16GB 10M 2 58 115 230 470 940 1900 3800 3:2 (...
... details on the image size, see page 16. [ The approximate recordable number of still images DSC-S980 (Units: Images) Internal Capacity memory Size Approx. 12MB "Memory Stick Duo" media formatted with this camera 256MB 512MB 1GB 2GB 4GB 8GB 16GB 12M 2 49 93 197 395 790 1600 3200 3:2 ...66 130 262 533 1060 2150 4300 16:9 (2M) 11 230 450 900 1800 3700 7500 15000 DSC-S950 (Units: Images) Internal Capacity memory Size Approx. 12MB "Memory Stick Duo" media formatted with this camera 256MB 512MB 1GB 2GB 4GB 8GB 16GB 10M 2 58 115 230 470 940 1900 3800 3:2 (...
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... not support HD recordings or playbacks for each file. • 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 below show the ...approximate maximum recordable time obtained by totaling all movie files. (Units: hour : minute : second) Internal Capacity memory "Memory Stick Duo" media formatted with this camera Size Approx. 12MB 256MB 512MB 1GB 2GB 4GB 8GB 16GB 320×240 0:00:20 0:10:10 0:20:20 0:41:20 1:23:40 2:45:00...
... not support HD recordings or playbacks for each file. • 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 below show the ...approximate maximum recordable time obtained by totaling all movie files. (Units: hour : minute : second) Internal Capacity memory "Memory Stick Duo" media formatted with this camera Size Approx. 12MB 256MB 512MB 1GB 2GB 4GB 8GB 16GB 320×240 0:00:20 0:10:10 0:20:20 0:41:20 1:23:40 2:45:00...
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... with a new one minute, re-insert the battery pack, then turn on the camera again (page 13). • The battery pack is dead. Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Battery pack and power Cannot insert the battery pack. • Insert the battery pack ... the battery eject lever (page 11). In this case, the message appears on the temperature of the internal memory may take a few moments for the camera to "Cyber-shot Handbook" (PDF). 2 Remove the battery pack, wait for about three minutes while the power is on, the...
... with a new one minute, re-insert the battery pack, then turn on the camera again (page 13). • The battery pack is dead. Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Battery pack and power Cannot insert the battery pack. • Insert the battery pack ... the battery eject lever (page 11). In this case, the message appears on the temperature of the internal memory may take a few moments for the camera to "Cyber-shot Handbook" (PDF). 2 Remove the battery pack, wait for about three minutes while the power is on, the...
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...Cannot play back images. • Press the (Playback) button (page 17). • The folder/file name has been changed on your computer. • Sony does not guarantee playback of the following: - Replace it is full, do one . Change the "Memory Stick Duo" media. • You cannot record ... Shooting still images/movies GB Cannot record images. • Check the free capacity of the recommended operating temperature. If it with another camera. • The camera is occurring and white, black, red, purple, or other than . • Set the mode dial to 86°F) (BC-CSKA only).
...Cannot play back images. • Press the (Playback) button (page 17). • The folder/file name has been changed on your computer. • Sony does not guarantee playback of the following: - Replace it is full, do one . Change the "Memory Stick Duo" media. • You cannot record ... Shooting still images/movies GB Cannot record images. • Check the free capacity of the recommended operating temperature. If it with another camera. • The camera is occurring and white, black, red, purple, or other than . • Set the mode dial to 86°F) (BC-CSKA only).
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... the date and time will not be indicated. This rechargeable battery is on your trousers or skirt, as this may cause malfunction or damage the camera. [ On the battery pack • Avoid rough handling, disassembling, modifying, physical shock, or impact such as hammering, dropping or stepping on the battery ...176;F). However, even if this rechargeable battery is designed for the moisture to remove fingerprints, dust, etc. Precautions [ Do not use/store the camera in the following places • In an extremely hot, cold or humid place In places such as in a car parked in the sun, the...
... the date and time will not be indicated. This rechargeable battery is on your trousers or skirt, as this may cause malfunction or damage the camera. [ On the battery pack • Avoid rough handling, disassembling, modifying, physical shock, or impact such as hammering, dropping or stepping on the battery ...176;F). However, even if this rechargeable battery is designed for the moisture to remove fingerprints, dust, etc. Precautions [ Do not use/store the camera in the following places • In an extremely hot, cold or humid place In places such as in a car parked in the sun, the...