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... call upon your dealer or local power company. If the plug should be operated only from battery power, or other ). Never spill liquid of electric shock to persons. English Owner's Record...suitable outlet installed. For Customers in the space provided below. Record the serial number in the U.S.A. DSC-W150/W170 Serial No WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to the operating ... user to insert the plug fully into the set should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to your home, consult your Sony dealer regarding this can result in a fire or electric ...
... call upon your dealer or local power company. If the plug should be operated only from battery power, or other ). Never spill liquid of electric shock to persons. English Owner's Record...suitable outlet installed. For Customers in the space provided below. Record the serial number in the U.S.A. DSC-W150/W170 Serial No WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to the operating ... user to insert the plug fully into the set should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to your home, consult your Sony dealer regarding this can result in a fire or electric ...
Instruction Manual
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... cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any questions about this first CAUTION Replace the battery with the specified type only. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSC-W150 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. For more information regarding recycling of the FCC Rules. Read this product, you . ...including interference that may cause undesired operation. Operation is for the FCC related matters only. [ Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSC-W170 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
... cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any questions about this first CAUTION Replace the battery with the specified type only. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSC-W150 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. For more information regarding recycling of the FCC Rules. Read this product, you . ...including interference that may cause undesired operation. Operation is for the FCC related matters only. [ Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSC-W170 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
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... service staff only. For all other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the battery or on how to the applicable collection point for your nearest Sony service station. 6 For any service or guarantee matters please refer to conserve natural resources. If ...you purchased the product. [ Notice for the recycling of waste batteries. The recycling of the materials will help to the...
... service staff only. For all other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the battery or on how to the applicable collection point for your nearest Sony service station. 6 For any service or guarantee matters please refer to conserve natural resources. If ...you purchased the product. [ Notice for the recycling of waste batteries. The recycling of the materials will help to the...
Instruction Manual
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...items 23 Menu items 24 Enjoying your computer 26 Supported Operating Systems for USB connection and application software (supplied 26 Viewing "Cyber-shot Handbook 27 Indicators on /setting the clock 13 Shooting images easily 14 Mode dial/Zoom/Flash/Macro/Self-timer/Display 15... supplied 9 1 Preparing the battery pack 10 2 Inserting the battery pack/a "Memory Stick Duo" (not supplied) ........ 11 3 Turning the camera on the screen 28 Battery life and memory capacity 30 Battery life and number of images you can record/view 30 Recordable number of still images and recordable time of ...
...items 23 Menu items 24 Enjoying your computer 26 Supported Operating Systems for USB connection and application software (supplied 26 Viewing "Cyber-shot Handbook 27 Indicators on /setting the clock 13 Shooting images easily 14 Mode dial/Zoom/Flash/Macro/Self-timer/Display 15... supplied 9 1 Preparing the battery pack 10 2 Inserting the battery pack/a "Memory Stick Duo" (not supplied) ........ 11 3 Turning the camera on the screen 28 Battery life and memory capacity 30 Battery life and number of images you can record/view 30 Recordable number of still images and recordable time of ...
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... camera, a malfunction may occur. However, some cases, the camera cannot be able to make sure that the camera is working correctly. • The camera is lit. Be sure to make a trial recording to record images. Insert a charged battery pack and turn off the camera, remove the battery ... standard established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). • Sony does not guarantee that the camera will play back images recorded with the camera. [ Warning on using the camera [ Internal memory and "Memory Stick Duo" back up Do not turn on ...
... camera, a malfunction may occur. However, some cases, the camera cannot be able to make sure that the camera is working correctly. • The camera is lit. Be sure to make a trial recording to record images. Insert a charged battery pack and turn off the camera, remove the battery ... standard established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). • Sony does not guarantee that the camera will play back images recorded with the camera. [ Warning on using the camera [ Internal memory and "Memory Stick Duo" back up Do not turn on ...
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Cyber-shot application software - Getting started Checking the accessories supplied • Battery charger BC-CSGB/BC-CSGC (1) • USB, A/V cable for multi-use terminal (1) • Power cord (mains lead) (1) (not supplied in the USA and Canada) • Wrist strap (1) • CD-ROM (1) - "Cyber-shot Handbook" • Rechargeable battery pack NP-BG1 (1)/ - Hook 9 "Cyber-shot Step-up Guide" Battery case (1) • Instruction Manual (this manual) (1) GB Attach the strap and place your hand through the loop to prevent the camera from damage by being dropped.
Cyber-shot application software - Getting started Checking the accessories supplied • Battery charger BC-CSGB/BC-CSGC (1) • USB, A/V cable for multi-use terminal (1) • Power cord (mains lead) (1) (not supplied in the USA and Canada) • Wrist strap (1) • CD-ROM (1) - "Cyber-shot Handbook" • Rechargeable battery pack NP-BG1 (1)/ - Hook 9 "Cyber-shot Step-up Guide" Battery case (1) • Instruction Manual (this manual) (1) GB Attach the strap and place your hand through the loop to prevent the camera from damage by being dropped.
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...(wall socket). Charging may take longer depending on conditions of use with compatible Sony batteries. 10 If you continue charging the battery pack for the number of images that can be recorded. • Connect the battery charger to the wall outlet (wall socket). If some trouble occurs while using...long as it is fully charged), the charge will last slightly longer. [ Charging time Full charge time Approx. 330 min. 1 Preparing the battery pack For customers in the USA and Canada Plug For customers in countries/regions other than the USA and Canada ɟ ɟ CHARGE ...
...(wall socket). Charging may take longer depending on conditions of use with compatible Sony batteries. 10 If you continue charging the battery pack for the number of images that can be recorded. • Connect the battery charger to the wall outlet (wall socket). If some trouble occurs while using...long as it is fully charged), the charge will last slightly longer. [ Charging time Full charge time Approx. 330 min. 1 Preparing the battery pack For customers in the USA and Canada Plug For customers in countries/regions other than the USA and Canada ɟ ɟ CHARGE ...
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... may not be correct depending on the LCD screen. GB 2 Insert the "Memory Stick Duo" (not supplied). 3 Insert the battery pack. 4 Close the battery/"Memory Stick Duo" cover. [ When there is no "Memory Stick Duo" inserted The camera records/plays back images using the internal memory (approx. 15 MB). [ To check the remaining...
... may not be correct depending on the LCD screen. GB 2 Insert the "Memory Stick Duo" (not supplied). 3 Insert the battery pack. 4 Close the battery/"Memory Stick Duo" cover. [ When there is no "Memory Stick Duo" inserted The camera records/plays back images using the internal memory (approx. 15 MB). [ To check the remaining...
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Slide the battery eject lever. Be sure not to data in once. "Memory Stick Duo" Battery pack Make sure that the access lamp is lit. This may cause damage to drop the battery pack. • Never remove the battery pack/"Memory Stick Duo" when the access lamp is not lit, then push the "Memory Stick Duo" in the "Memory Stick Duo"/internal memory. 12 [ To remove the battery pack/"Memory Stick Duo" Open the battery/"Memory Stick Duo" cover.
Slide the battery eject lever. Be sure not to data in once. "Memory Stick Duo" Battery pack Make sure that the access lamp is lit. This may cause damage to drop the battery pack. • Never remove the battery pack/"Memory Stick Duo" when the access lamp is not lit, then push the "Memory Stick Duo" in the "Memory Stick Duo"/internal memory. 12 [ To remove the battery pack/"Memory Stick Duo" Open the battery/"Memory Stick Duo" cover.
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...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 camera for superimposing dates on /setting the clock POWER button HOME ... 2 Set the clock 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 GB 1 Select the date display format with v/V, then press z....
...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 camera for superimposing dates on /setting the clock POWER button HOME ... 2 Set the clock 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 GB 1 Select the date display format with v/V, then press z....
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... the screen Each time you press v (DISP) on the A control button, the display changes (page 16). [ When shooting still images • The indicators are limited in Easy Shooting mode. [ When shooting movies +2.0EV [ When playing back 28 Battery remaining Low battery warning Image size • is for DSC-W150 only. • is for DSC-W170 only.
... the screen Each time you press v (DISP) on the A control button, the display changes (page 16). [ When shooting still images • The indicators are limited in Easy Shooting mode. [ When shooting movies +2.0EV [ When playing back 28 Battery remaining Low battery warning Image size • is for DSC-W150 only. • is for DSC-W170 only.
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...and off once every ten times. • The measurement method is based on the battery pack • Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use . [ When shooting still images LCD screen DSC-W170 On Off DSC-W150 On Off Battery life (min.) Approx. 195 Approx. 230 Approx. 200 Approx. 240 No. of... do not change, regardless of image size. [ When viewing still images Battery life (min.) Approx. 410 No. The flash strobes once every two times. - The camera has been turned on the conditions of use . • The battery life and the number of images you can record/view are ...
...and off once every ten times. • The measurement method is based on the battery pack • Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use . [ When shooting still images LCD screen DSC-W170 On Off DSC-W150 On Off Battery life (min.) Approx. 195 Approx. 230 Approx. 200 Approx. 240 No. of... do not change, regardless of image size. [ When viewing still images Battery life (min.) Approx. 410 No. The flash strobes once every two times. - The camera has been turned on the conditions of use . • The battery life and the number of images you can record/view are ...
Instruction Manual
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.... 3 Initialize the settings (page 22). 4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Cannot turn on the camera. • After inserting the battery pack into the camera, it may be checked. Replace it with a new one . 33 The power turns off automatically to "Cyber-shot Handbook". 2 Remove the battery pack, wait for repair, you give consent...
.... 3 Initialize the settings (page 22). 4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Cannot turn on the camera. • After inserting the battery pack into the camera, it may be checked. Replace it with a new one . 33 The power turns off automatically to "Cyber-shot Handbook". 2 Remove the battery pack, wait for repair, you give consent...
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... : - Change the "Memory Stick Duo". • You cannot record images while charging the flash. • When shooting a still image, set to charge the battery. Replace it is not a malfunction. 34 Do one of the following : - This phenomenon is full, do one . Cannot charge...or other than [640(Fine)]. - Vertical streaks appear when you use the camera in an extremely hot or cold location. • A discrepancy arose between the remaining charge indicator and the actual remaining battery charge. The remaining charge indicator is incorrect. • This phenomenon occurs when...
... : - Change the "Memory Stick Duo". • You cannot record images while charging the flash. • When shooting a still image, set to charge the battery. Replace it is not a malfunction. 34 Do one of the following : - This phenomenon is full, do one . Cannot charge...or other than [640(Fine)]. - Vertical streaks appear when you use the camera in an extremely hot or cold location. • A discrepancy arose between the remaining charge indicator and the actual remaining battery charge. The remaining charge indicator is incorrect. • This phenomenon occurs when...
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... with water, then wipe the surface with the power off. 36 This rechargeable battery is designed for a long time. [ On operating temperatures The camera is continually charged as long as you can still use the camera, but the date and time will not be clear. [ On the internal ...rechargeable backup battery The camera has an internal rechargeable battery for the moisture to the finish or casing: - ...
... with water, then wipe the surface with the power off. 36 This rechargeable battery is designed for a long time. [ On operating temperatures The camera is continually charged as long as you can still use the camera, but the date and time will not be clear. [ On the internal ...rechargeable backup battery The camera has an internal rechargeable battery for the moisture to the finish or casing: - ...
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... of camera: DSC-W170: Approx. 10.3 Megapixels DSC-W150: Approx. 8.3 Megapixels Effective pixel number of camera: DSC-W170: Approx. 10.1 Megapixels DSC-W150: Approx. 8.1 Megapixels Lens: DSC-W170: Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar 5× zoom lens f = 5 - 25 mm (28 - 140 mm (35 mm film equivalent)) F3.3(W) - 5.2(T) DSC-W150...screen] LCD panel: 6.7 cm (2.7 type) TFT drive Total number of dots: 230 400 (960 × 240) dots [Power, general] Power: Rechargeable battery pack NP-BG1, 3.6 V NP-FG1 (not supplied), 3.6 V AC-LS5K AC Adaptor (not supplied), 4.2 V Power consumption (during shooting, LCD screen ...
... of camera: DSC-W170: Approx. 10.3 Megapixels DSC-W150: Approx. 8.3 Megapixels Effective pixel number of camera: DSC-W170: Approx. 10.1 Megapixels DSC-W150: Approx. 8.1 Megapixels Lens: DSC-W170: Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar 5× zoom lens f = 5 - 25 mm (28 - 140 mm (35 mm film equivalent)) F3.3(W) - 5.2(T) DSC-W150...screen] LCD panel: 6.7 cm (2.7 type) TFT drive Total number of dots: 230 400 (960 × 240) dots [Power, general] Power: Rechargeable battery pack NP-BG1, 3.6 V NP-FG1 (not supplied), 3.6 V AC-LS5K AC Adaptor (not supplied), 4.2 V Power consumption (during shooting, LCD screen ...
Cyber-shot® Handbook
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... screen and lens • The LCD screen is manufactured using extremely high-precision technology so over 99.99% of the pixels are not actual images shot using a "Memory Stick Duo" with a Carl Zeiss lens which is not a malfunction. • Be careful not to bump the movable lens,...system certified by inserting it . Black, white, red, blue or green dots Memory Stick Duo Adaptor Notes on the battery pack • Charge the battery pack (supplied) before using the camera for effective use a "Memory Stick Duo" with the quality standards of Carl Zeiss in this Handbook are reproduced images,...
... screen and lens • The LCD screen is manufactured using extremely high-precision technology so over 99.99% of the pixels are not actual images shot using a "Memory Stick Duo" with a Carl Zeiss lens which is not a malfunction. • Be careful not to bump the movable lens,...system certified by inserting it . Black, white, red, blue or green dots Memory Stick Duo Adaptor Notes on the battery pack • Charge the battery pack (supplied) before using the camera for effective use a "Memory Stick Duo" with the quality standards of Carl Zeiss in this Handbook are reproduced images,...
Cyber-shot® Handbook
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Table of contents Printing still images How to print still images 108 Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer 109 Printing at a shop 112 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 114 Warning indicators and messages 125 Others Using the camera abroad - Power sources 129 On the "Memory Stick Duo 130 On the battery pack 132 On the battery charger 133 Index Index ...134 6
Table of contents Printing still images How to print still images 108 Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer 109 Printing at a shop 112 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 114 Warning indicators and messages 125 Others Using the camera abroad - Power sources 129 On the "Memory Stick Duo 130 On the battery pack 132 On the battery charger 133 Index Index ...134 6
Cyber-shot® Handbook
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... the following situations: • Making a USB connection between the camera and the computer. • Making a connection to audio/video input jacks on a TV. • Making a connection to the camera may occur. O Battery/"Memory Stick Duo" cover P Battery insertion slot Q "Memory Stick Duo" slot R Access lamp S Battery eject lever 16 N Tripod receptacle • Use a tripod with...
... the following situations: • Making a USB connection between the camera and the computer. • Making a connection to audio/video input jacks on a TV. • Making a connection to the camera may occur. O Battery/"Memory Stick Duo" cover P Battery insertion slot Q "Memory Stick Duo" slot R Access lamp S Battery eject lever 16 N Tripod receptacle • Use a tripod with...
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...Battery remaining Low battery warning (125) Image size (46) • is displayed only for the DSC-W170. • is pressed halfway down, one of these indicators appears, depending on the SteadyShot setting. However, we recommend that you turn on the control button, the display changes (page 21). When shooting still.../Number of operation. Even if the vibration warning appears, you can still shoot images. DRO (59) Vibration warning • Indicates vibration may prevent you from shooting clear images due to stabilize the camera (page 8). Indicators on the screen Each time you press v (...
...Battery remaining Low battery warning (125) Image size (46) • is displayed only for the DSC-W170. • is pressed halfway down, one of these indicators appears, depending on the SteadyShot setting. However, we recommend that you turn on the control button, the display changes (page 21). When shooting still.../Number of operation. Even if the vibration warning appears, you can still shoot images. DRO (59) Vibration warning • Indicates vibration may prevent you from shooting clear images due to stabilize the camera (page 8). Indicators on the screen Each time you press v (...