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... 2 Read this first 4 Notes on using the camera 8 Getting started 9 Checking the accessories 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 ...still images/movies 34 Viewing images 35 Precautions 36 Specifications 37 7 HOME/Menu 21 Using the HOME screen 21 HOME items 22 GB Using menu items 23 Menu items 24 Enjoying your computer 26 Supported Operating Systems for USB connection and application software (supplied 26 Viewing "Cyber-shot...
... 2 Read this first 4 Notes on using the camera 8 Getting started 9 Checking the accessories 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 ...still images/movies 34 Viewing images 35 Precautions 36 Specifications 37 7 HOME/Menu 21 Using the HOME screen 21 HOME items 22 GB Using menu items 23 Menu items 24 Enjoying your computer 26 Supported Operating Systems for USB connection and application software (supplied 26 Viewing "Cyber-shot...
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... 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 ... laws. [ No compensation for damaged content or recording failure Sony cannot compensate for failure to record or loss or damage of recorded content due to make sure that the camera is working correctly. • The camera is lit. Be sure to make a backup copy to protect...
... 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 ... laws. [ No compensation for damaged content or recording failure Sony cannot compensate for failure to record or loss or damage of recorded content due to make sure that the camera is working correctly. • The camera is lit. Be sure to make a backup copy to protect...
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Hook 9 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)/ - "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.
Hook 9 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)/ - "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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... "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 battery charge Press POWER to turn on the... camera for the first time (page 13). 11 Insert the battery pack while pressing the battery eject lever with fully charged one, or charge the battery. (...
... "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 battery charge Press POWER to turn on the... camera for the first time (page 13). 11 Insert the battery pack while pressing the battery eject lever with fully charged one, or charge the battery. (...
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By using "Picture Motion Browser" in the CD-ROM (supplied), you can print or save images with the control button. 3 Turning the camera on/setting the clock POWER button HOME button 1 2 z button 3 ɟ Control button 1 Press POWER. 2 Set the clock with the date. • Midnight is ...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 images. GB 1 Select the date display format with v/V, ...
By using "Picture Motion Browser" in the CD-ROM (supplied), you can print or save images with the control button. 3 Turning the camera on/setting the clock POWER button HOME button 1 2 z button 3 ɟ Control button 1 Press POWER. 2 Set the clock with the date. • Midnight is ...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 images. GB 1 Select the date display format with v/V, ...
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AE/AF lock indicator When shooting movies: Press the shutter button fully down . When shooting still images: 1 Press and hold the shutter button halfway down again. • The shortest shooting distance is approximately 10 cm (4 inches) (W)/50 cm (1 foot 7 3/4 ... frame. 3Shoot with your elbows pressed against your body to focus. When shooting movies: Select . 2Hold the camera, with the shutter button. Position the subject in the center of the lens). 14 When shooting still images (Auto Adjustment mode): Select . The z (AE/AF lock) indicator (green) flashes, a beep ...
AE/AF lock indicator When shooting movies: Press the shutter button fully down . When shooting still images: 1 Press and hold the shutter button halfway down again. • The shortest shooting distance is approximately 10 cm (4 inches) (W)/50 cm (1 foot 7 3/4 ... frame. 3Shoot with your elbows pressed against your body to focus. When shooting movies: Select . 2Hold the camera, with the shutter button. Position the subject in the center of the lens). 14 When shooting still images (Auto Adjustment mode): Select . The z (AE/AF lock) indicator (green) flashes, a beep ...
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Easy Shooting Allows easy shooting with easy-to-see page 17. Smile Shutter When the camera detects a smile, the shutter is released automatically. Twilight Portrait Shoots sharp images of people in all their splendor. Auto Adjustment Allows you to shoot with ...
Easy Shooting Allows easy shooting with easy-to-see page 17. Smile Shutter When the camera detects a smile, the shutter is released automatically. Twilight Portrait Shoots sharp images of people in all their splendor. Auto Adjustment Allows you to shoot with ...
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...up) Press b ( ) on close-up subjects. [ W/T Using the zoom Press T to zoom, press W to undo zoom. [ Flash (Selecting a flash mode for still images) Press B ( ) on the control button repeatedly until the desired mode is selected. : Flash Auto Flashes when there is insufficient light or backlight (default setting...focus with priority on the control button repeatedly until the desired mode is selected. : Auto The camera adjusts the focus automatically from distant subjects to close-up. Normally, put the camera in a dark place to clearly shoot the background that is out of the LCD Backlight is...
...up) Press b ( ) on close-up subjects. [ W/T Using the zoom Press T to zoom, press W to undo zoom. [ Flash (Selecting a flash mode for still images) Press B ( ) on the control button repeatedly until the desired mode is selected. : Flash Auto Flashes when there is insufficient light or backlight (default setting...focus with priority on the control button repeatedly until the desired mode is selected. : Auto The camera adjusts the focus automatically from distant subjects to close-up. Normally, put the camera in a dark place to clearly shoot the background that is out of the LCD Backlight is...
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... the distance between the camera and the subject is too dark or too bright. - It is changed after pressing the shutter button all the way down. • The image may not be detected correctly depending on the conditions. • You cannot use the Digital Zoom function. •... Detection mark/Number of images Smile Detection frame (Orange) Smile Detection Sensitivity indicator This indicates the current smile level. Faces are not facing the camera. • Smiles may not be detected correctly when: - The Smile Shutter enters standby. Each time the smile level reaches the set the...
... the distance between the camera and the subject is too dark or too bright. - It is changed after pressing the shutter button all the way down. • The image may not be detected correctly depending on the conditions. • You cannot use the Digital Zoom function. •... Detection mark/Number of images Smile Detection frame (Orange) Smile Detection Sensitivity indicator This indicates the current smile level. Faces are not facing the camera. • Smiles may not be detected correctly when: - The Smile Shutter enters standby. Each time the smile level reaches the set the...
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... to display the volume control screen, then press b/B to adjust the volume. • Sometimes images shot using earlier Sony models cannot be played back. To cancel the playback zoom, press z. 18 To switch to the shooting...Adjust the position with v, then press z. [ To view an enlarged image (playback zoom) Press while displaying a still image. Viewing/deleting images Speaker (Index)/ (playback zoom) button (playback zoom) button MENU button Multi connector (bottom...delete images 1 Display the image you press when the camera is powered off, the camera is turned on the control button.
... to display the volume control screen, then press b/B to adjust the volume. • Sometimes images shot using earlier Sony models cannot be played back. To cancel the playback zoom, press z. 18 To switch to the shooting...Adjust the position with v, then press z. [ To view an enlarged image (playback zoom) Press while displaying a still image. Viewing/deleting images Speaker (Index)/ (playback zoom) button (playback zoom) button MENU button Multi connector (bottom...delete images 1 Display the image you press when the camera is powered off, the camera is turned on the control button.
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...[ Music Tool] t [Download Music] in (page 22). 2 Install the software included in the CD-ROM (supplied) to your computer. 3 Connect the camera and a computer with v, then press z. • To delete all the images of images on the index screen increases. [ To delete images in index mode... music. To transfer and change together with v/V/b/B, then press z. [ To view an index screen Press (Index) to display the index screen while a still image is checked in the checkbox of images with v/V/b/B. Then, select an image with effects and music (Slideshow) 1 Press (Slideshow) button. You can...
...[ Music Tool] t [Download Music] in (page 22). 2 Install the software included in the CD-ROM (supplied) to your computer. 3 Connect the camera and a computer with v, then press z. • To delete all the images of images on the index screen increases. [ To delete images in index mode... music. To transfer and change together with v/V/b/B, then press z. [ To view an index screen Press (Index) to display the index screen while a still image is checked in the checkbox of images with v/V/b/B. Then, select an image with effects and music (Slideshow) 1 Press (Slideshow) button. You can...
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[ To view images on HD (High Definition) TV, an HD Output Adaptor Cable (not supplied) is needed. • If you set the image size to [16:9], you can record images in the size that fills the entire screen of the HD TV. • You cannot view movies output in [HD (1080i)] signal format. Set [COMPONENT] to the TV with the cable for multi-use terminal (supplied). To the multi connector To audio/video input jacks Cable for multi-use terminal (supplied) To view on TV Connect the camera to [SD] when shooting movies. 20
[ To view images on HD (High Definition) TV, an HD Output Adaptor Cable (not supplied) is needed. • If you set the image size to [16:9], you can record images in the size that fills the entire screen of the HD TV. • You cannot view movies output in [HD (1080i)] signal format. Set [COMPONENT] to the TV with the cable for multi-use terminal (supplied). To the multi connector To audio/video input jacks Cable for multi-use terminal (supplied) To view on TV Connect the camera to [SD] when shooting movies. 20
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... desired setting with v/V, then press z. • The HOME screen is displayed by pressing b. 2 Select a setting with v/V, then press z. • The camera is the gateway screen for all the functions of the camera, and can be called up regardless of the mode setting (shooting/viewing). Learning the various functions - HOME/Menu Using the...
... desired setting with v/V, then press z. • The HOME screen is displayed by pressing b. 2 Select a setting with v/V, then press z. • The camera is the gateway screen for all the functions of the camera, and can be called up regardless of the mode setting (shooting/viewing). Learning the various functions - HOME/Menu Using the...
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... must be pre-installed with the camera on the operating environment of "Picture Motion Browser" Cyber-shot application software, refer to "Cyber-shot Handbook" in the CDROM (supplied), you can view images shot with an OS listed above. By... available Memory Stick Reader/Writer. • For further details on a computer. For details, refer to "Cyber-shot Handbook". 26 Supported Operating Systems for USB connection and application software (supplied) For Windows users For Macintosh users...slot on your computer You can enjoy still images and movies from the camera more than ever.
... must be pre-installed with the camera on the operating environment of "Picture Motion Browser" Cyber-shot application software, refer to "Cyber-shot Handbook" in the CDROM (supplied), you can view images shot with an OS listed above. By... available Memory Stick Reader/Writer. • For further details on a computer. For details, refer to "Cyber-shot Handbook". 26 Supported Operating Systems for USB connection and application software (supplied) For Windows users For Macintosh users...slot on your computer You can enjoy still images and movies from the camera more than ever.
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...computer, and insert the CD- GB When you click the [Cyber-shot Handbook] button, the screen for copying "Cyber-shot Handbook" appears. 2 Follow the on-screen instructions to copy. • When you install "Cyber-shot Handbook", the "Cyber-shot Step-up Guide" will be installed automatically. 3 After the ...installation is required to your computer. 3 After copying is complete, double-click "Handbook.pdf". Viewing "Cyber-shot Handbook" "Cyber-shot Handbook" in the CD-ROM (supplied) explains how to use the camera in the [GB] folder to view it. [ For Windows users 1 Turn on your computer, and...
...computer, and insert the CD- GB When you click the [Cyber-shot Handbook] button, the screen for copying "Cyber-shot Handbook" appears. 2 Follow the on-screen instructions to copy. • When you install "Cyber-shot Handbook", the "Cyber-shot Step-up Guide" will be installed automatically. 3 After the ...installation is required to your computer. 3 After copying is complete, double-click "Handbook.pdf". Viewing "Cyber-shot Handbook" "Cyber-shot Handbook" in the CD-ROM (supplied) explains how to use the camera in the [GB] folder to view it. [ For Windows users 1 Turn on your computer, and...
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...those indicated in the table depending on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) • The battery life and the number of images do not change, regardless of image size. [ When viewing still images Battery life (min.) Approx. 410 No. The power turns on...flash is used frequently. - Shooting once every 30 seconds. - The camera has been turned 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...
...those indicated in the table depending on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) • The battery life and the number of images do not change, regardless of image size. [ When viewing still images Battery life (min.) Approx. 410 No. The power turns on...flash is used frequently. - Shooting once every 30 seconds. - The camera has been turned 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...
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...image size from the menu (pages 23, 24). [ The approximate recordable number of still images DSC-W170 (Units: Images) Internal Capacity memory "Memory Stick Duo" formatted with the camera Size Approx. 15 MB 128 MB 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB ...16 128 MB 39 51 81 782 40 42 132 (Units: Images) "Memory Stick Duo" formatted with the camera 256 MB 512 MB 72 92 148 1420 73 77 236 149 190 305 2932 151 159 489 1 GB ...">9999" indicator appears. • When an image was recorded using earlier Sony models and is played back on the camera, the image may not appear in the actual image size. 31
...image size from the menu (pages 23, 24). [ The approximate recordable number of still images DSC-W170 (Units: Images) Internal Capacity memory "Memory Stick Duo" formatted with the camera Size Approx. 15 MB 128 MB 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB ...16 128 MB 39 51 81 782 40 42 132 (Units: Images) "Memory Stick Duo" formatted with the camera 256 MB 512 MB 72 92 148 1420 73 77 236 149 190 305 2932 151 159 489 1 GB ...">9999" indicator appears. • When an image was recorded using earlier Sony models and is played back on the camera, the image may not appear in the actual image size. 31
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... recordable time of time you can shoot continuously is about 10 minutes. (Units: hour : minute : second) Internal Capacity memory "Memory Stick Duo" formatted with the camera Size Approx. 15 MB 128 MB 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 640(Fine) - - 0:02:50 0:06:00 0:12:30 0:25:10 0:49...:59:00 24:04:10 • Movies with the size set to [640(Fine)] can only be recorded on a "Memory Stick PRO Duo". • The camera does not support HD recordings or playbacks for movies. 32
... recordable time of time you can shoot continuously is about 10 minutes. (Units: hour : minute : second) Internal Capacity memory "Memory Stick Duo" formatted with the camera Size Approx. 15 MB 128 MB 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 640(Fine) - - 0:02:50 0:06:00 0:12:30 0:25:10 0:49...:59:00 24:04:10 • Movies with the size set to [640(Fine)] can only be recorded on a "Memory Stick PRO Duo". • The camera does not support HD recordings or playbacks for movies. 32
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... the settings (page 22). 4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Battery pack and power Cannot insert the battery pack. • Insert the battery pack correctly to prevent wearing down the battery pack. Replace it may be checked. Cannot turn on , the camera turns off suddenly. • If you give... 11). Insert charged battery pack (page 10). • The battery pack is dead. If a code such as "C/E:ss:ss" appears on the screen, refer to "Cyber-shot Handbook". 2 Remove the battery pack, wait for the camera to "Cyber-shot Handbook" (PDF).
... the settings (page 22). 4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Battery pack and power Cannot insert the battery pack. • Insert the battery pack correctly to prevent wearing down the battery pack. Replace it may be checked. Cannot turn on , the camera turns off suddenly. • If you give... 11). Insert charged battery pack (page 10). • The battery pack is dead. If a code such as "C/E:ss:ss" appears on the screen, refer to "Cyber-shot Handbook". 2 Remove the battery pack, wait for the camera to "Cyber-shot Handbook" (PDF).
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... unnecessary images (page 18). - 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. Shooting still images/movies Cannot record images. • Check the free capacity of the...AC Adaptor (not supplied). Change the "Memory Stick Duo". • You cannot record images while charging the flash. • When shooting a still image, set the mode dial to a position other than [640(Fine)]. - If it with a new one of the internal memory or "Memory...
... unnecessary images (page 18). - 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. Shooting still images/movies Cannot record images. • Check the free capacity of the...AC Adaptor (not supplied). Change the "Memory Stick Duo". • You cannot record images while charging the flash. • When shooting a still image, set the mode dial to a position other than [640(Fine)]. - If it with a new one of the internal memory or "Memory...