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This Class B digital apparatus complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. For more information regarding recycling of used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you. Operation is connected to the following cautions. • Do not ...: Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium-Ion batteries. [ Battery pack This device complies with Canadian ICES-003. 3 If some trouble occurs while using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that may cause undesired operation. CAUTION [ Battery pack If the battery pack is not disconnected from the wall outlet ...
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. For more information regarding recycling of used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you. Operation is connected to the following cautions. • Do not ...: Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium-Ion batteries. [ Battery pack This device complies with Canadian ICES-003. 3 If some trouble occurs while using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that may cause undesired operation. CAUTION [ Battery pack If the battery pack is not disconnected from the wall outlet ...
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...the fuse cover. By ensuring these batteries are disposed of correctly, you purchased ...be used. To ensure that the battery will help to conserve natural resources...battery. In case of products that for the recycling of waste batteries. For more detailed information about recycling of this product or battery...batteries (applicable in the European Union and other batteries, please view the section on the packaging indicates that the battery...battery or on how to remove the battery from the product safely. Hand the battery... an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by...
...the fuse cover. By ensuring these batteries are disposed of correctly, you purchased ...be used. To ensure that the battery will help to conserve natural resources...battery. In case of products that for the recycling of waste batteries. For more detailed information about recycling of this product or battery...batteries (applicable in the European Union and other batteries, please view the section on the packaging indicates that the battery...battery or on how to remove the battery from the product safely. Hand the battery... an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by...
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... the battery pack 10 2 Inserting the battery pack/a "Memory Stick Duo" media (sold separately 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 Number of still images ...Battery pack and power 32 Shooting still images/movies 33 Viewing images 34 Precautions 35 Specifications 36 7 HOME/Menu 22 Using the HOME screen 22 HOME items 23 Using menu items 24 Menu items 25 Enjoying your computer 27 Supported Operating Systems for USB connection and application software (supplied 27 Viewing "Cyber-shot...
... the battery pack 10 2 Inserting the battery pack/a "Memory Stick Duo" media (sold separately 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 Number of still images ...Battery pack and power 32 Shooting still images/movies 33 Viewing images 34 Precautions 35 Specifications 36 7 HOME/Menu 22 Using the HOME screen 22 HOME items 23 Using menu items 24 Menu items 25 Enjoying your computer 27 Supported Operating Systems for USB connection and application software (supplied 27 Viewing "Cyber-shot...
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...of the manufacturing process, and do not affect the recording. • When the battery level becomes low, the lens might stop moving. Insert a charged battery pack and turn off the camera, remove the battery pack, or remove the "Memory Stick Duo" media while the access lamp is ...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 the camera. [ On the overheat protection The power may go off automatically to the flash surface, ...
...of the manufacturing process, and do not affect the recording. • When the battery level becomes low, the lens might stop moving. Insert a charged battery pack and turn off the camera, remove the battery pack, or remove the "Memory Stick Duo" media while the access lamp is ...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 the camera. [ On the overheat protection The power may go off automatically to the flash surface, ...
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... the camera from damage by being dropped. Getting started Checking the accessories supplied • Battery charger BC-CSGD/BC-CSGE (1) • Wrist strap (1) • Power cord (mains lead) (1) (not supplied in the USA and Canada) • Rechargeable battery pack NP-BG1 (1)/ Battery case (1) • Soft carrying case (1) (DSC-W215 only) • CD-ROM (1) - Hook 9 "Cyber-shot Handbook" - Cyber-shot...
... the camera from damage by being dropped. Getting started Checking the accessories supplied • Battery charger BC-CSGD/BC-CSGE (1) • Wrist strap (1) • Power cord (mains lead) (1) (not supplied in the USA and Canada) • Rechargeable battery pack NP-BG1 (1)/ Battery case (1) • Soft carrying case (1) (DSC-W215 only) • CD-ROM (1) - Hook 9 "Cyber-shot Handbook" - Cyber-shot...
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...• The table above shows the time required to charge a fully depleted battery pack at a temperature of the genuine Sony brand. 10 Charging may take longer depending on conditions of use the battery pack or the battery charger of 25°C (77°F). The CHARGE lamp lights up, and ...charging starts. If you continue charging the battery pack for the battery life and the ...
...• The table above shows the time required to charge a fully depleted battery pack at a temperature of the genuine Sony brand. 10 Charging may take longer depending on conditions of use the battery pack or the battery charger of 25°C (77°F). The CHARGE lamp lights up, and ...charging starts. If you continue charging the battery pack for the battery life and the ...
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... the tip of use and circumstances. • Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use the NP-FG1 battery pack (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...
... the tip of use and circumstances. • Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use the NP-FG1 battery pack (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...
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Be sure not to data in once. This may cause damage to drop the battery pack. • Never remove the battery pack/"Memory Stick Duo" media when the access lamp is not lit, then push the "Memory Stick Duo" media in the "Memory Stick Duo" media/internal memory. 12 [ To remove the battery pack/"Memory Stick Duo" media Open the battery/"Memory Stick Duo" media cover. Slide the battery eject lever. "Memory Stick Duo" media Battery pack Make sure that the access lamp is lit.
Be sure not to data in once. This may cause damage to drop the battery pack. • Never remove the battery pack/"Memory Stick Duo" media when the access lamp is not lit, then push the "Memory Stick Duo" media in the "Memory Stick Duo" media/internal memory. 12 [ To remove the battery pack/"Memory Stick Duo" media Open the battery/"Memory Stick Duo" media cover. Slide the battery eject lever. "Memory Stick Duo" media Battery pack Make sure that the access lamp is lit.
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... 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 battery pack (Auto power-off function). 13 By using "PMB" in the camera, it may take time before operation becomes possible. • If the...
... 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 battery pack (Auto power-off function). 13 By using "PMB" in the camera, it may take time before operation becomes possible. • If the...
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Mode dial (Program Auto) White balance Burst mode/Bracket mode Metering mode Face Detection/Smile Detection SteadyShot (DSC-W220/ W230 only) DRO Vibration warning Smile Detection Sensitivity indicator/Number of images Zoom scaling Color mode PictBridge connecting Protect ... (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 [ When playing back Battery remaining Low battery warning Image Size Mode dial/Menu (Scene Selection) • (SteadyShot) mode is available only ...
Mode dial (Program Auto) White balance Burst mode/Bracket mode Metering mode Face Detection/Smile Detection SteadyShot (DSC-W220/ W230 only) DRO Vibration warning Smile Detection Sensitivity indicator/Number of images Zoom scaling Color mode PictBridge connecting Protect ... (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 [ When playing back Battery remaining Low battery warning Image Size Mode dial/Menu (Scene Selection) • (SteadyShot) mode is available only ...
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of image size. [ When viewing still images Battery life (min.) DSC-W230 Approx. 360 DSC-W220 Approx. 420 DSC-W210/W215 Approx. 470 No. The flash is used frequently. - The zoom is used at about three second intervals [ Notes on ...Shooting] (DSCW220/W230 only). - 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 Battery life (min.) DSC-W230 Approx. 175 DSC-W220 Approx. 185 DSC-W210/W215 Approx. 215 No. The numbers shown for changing of the "...
of image size. [ When viewing still images Battery life (min.) DSC-W230 Approx. 360 DSC-W220 Approx. 420 DSC-W210/W215 Approx. 470 No. The flash is used frequently. - The zoom is used at about three second intervals [ Notes on ...Shooting] (DSCW220/W230 only). - 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 Battery life (min.) DSC-W230 Approx. 175 DSC-W220 Approx. 185 DSC-W210/W215 Approx. 215 No. The numbers shown for changing of the "...
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... that the contents of the camera and the battery pack, the power may turn off automatically to "Cyber-shot Handbook" (PDF). If a code such as "C/E:ss:ss" appears on the camera. • After inserting the battery pack into the camera, it with the camera, try the following solutions....refer to "Cyber-shot Handbook". 2 Remove the battery pack, wait for the camera to prevent wearing down the battery pack. Turn on the camera again (page 13). • The battery pack is on the power. 3 Initialize the settings (page 23). 4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility...
... that the contents of the camera and the battery pack, the power may turn off automatically to "Cyber-shot Handbook" (PDF). If a code such as "C/E:ss:ss" appears on the camera. • After inserting the battery pack into the camera, it with the camera, try the following solutions....refer to "Cyber-shot Handbook". 2 Remove the battery pack, wait for the camera to prevent wearing down the battery pack. Turn on the camera again (page 13). • The battery pack is on the power. 3 Initialize the settings (page 23). 4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility...
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...occurs when you use the camera in Smile Shutter mode. • Press the shutter button all the way down. • No image is shot unless a smile is detected (page 17). • [Smile demo mode] is set the mode dial to correct the indication. • The battery pack is set to [...remaining charge indicator is full, do one of the following : - Insert a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. Fully discharge the battery pack once, then charge it with a new one. Shooting still images/movies Cannot record images. • Check the free capacity of the internal memory or "Memory Stick Duo" media (page 31...
...occurs when you use the camera in Smile Shutter mode. • Press the shutter button all the way down. • No image is shot unless a smile is detected (page 17). • [Smile demo mode] is set the mode dial to correct the indication. • The battery pack is set to [...remaining charge indicator is full, do one of the following : - Insert a "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media. Fully discharge the battery pack once, then charge it with a new one. Shooting still images/movies Cannot record images. • Check the free capacity of the internal memory or "Memory Stick Duo" media (page 31...
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...can still use the camera, but it becomes completely discharged. Cleaning the lens Wipe the lens with a dry cloth. Do not touch the camera with an LCD cleaning kit (sold separately) to evaporate. In this may cause the camera to charge this rechargeable battery is on the battery ...an hour for 24 hours or more with rubber or vinyl for a long time. [ On operating temperatures The camera is not recommended. [ On camera's temperature Your camera and battery may cause a malfunction. • In a location subject to rocking vibration • Near strong magnetic place ...
...can still use the camera, but it becomes completely discharged. Cleaning the lens Wipe the lens with a dry cloth. Do not touch the camera with an LCD cleaning kit (sold separately) to evaporate. In this may cause the camera to charge this rechargeable battery is on the battery ...an hour for 24 hours or more with rubber or vinyl for a long time. [ On operating temperatures The camera is not recommended. [ On camera's temperature Your camera and battery may cause a malfunction. • In a location subject to rocking vibration • Near strong magnetic place ...
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... DSC-W220/W230 Automatic exposure, Scene Selection (11 modes) DSC-W210/W215 Automatic exposure, Scene Selection (12 modes) White balance: Automatic, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent 1,2,3, Incandescent, Flash Underwater White Balance: Auto, Underwater 1,2, Flash File format (DCF compliant): Still ...camera: Approx. 12.4 Megapixels Effective pixel number of dots: 230 400 (960 × 240) dots [Power, general] Power: Rechargeable battery pack NP-BG1, 3.6 V NP-FG1 (sold separately), 3.6 V AC-LS5K AC Adaptor (sold separately), 4.2 V Power consumption (during shooting): DSC-W230 1.1 W DSC-W220 1.0 W DSC...
... DSC-W220/W230 Automatic exposure, Scene Selection (11 modes) DSC-W210/W215 Automatic exposure, Scene Selection (12 modes) White balance: Automatic, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent 1,2,3, Incandescent, Flash Underwater White Balance: Auto, Underwater 1,2, Flash File format (DCF compliant): Still ...camera: Approx. 12.4 Megapixels Effective pixel number of dots: 230 400 (960 × 240) dots [Power, general] Power: Rechargeable battery pack NP-BG1, 3.6 V NP-FG1 (sold separately), 3.6 V AC-LS5K AC Adaptor (sold separately), 4.2 V Power consumption (during shooting): DSC-W230 1.1 W DSC-W220 1.0 W DSC...
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Trademarks • The following marks are trademarks of Sony Corporation. , "Cyber-shot," "Memory Stick," , "Memory Stick PRO," Duo," , "Memory Stick Duo," , "Memory Stick PRO , "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo," Micro," "MagicGate," , "...176;F) Dimensions: Approx. 83 × 55 × 24 mm (3 3/8 × 2 1/4 × 31/32 inches) (W/H/D) Mass: Approx. 55 g (1.9 oz) Rechargeable battery pack NPBG1 Used battery: Lithium-ion battery Maximum voltage: DC 4.2 V Nominal voltage: DC 3.6 V Maximum charge current: 1.44 A Maximum charge voltage: DC 4.2 V Capacity: typical: 3.4 Wh (960 mAh) minimum: ...
Trademarks • The following marks are trademarks of Sony Corporation. , "Cyber-shot," "Memory Stick," , "Memory Stick PRO," Duo," , "Memory Stick Duo," , "Memory Stick PRO , "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo," Micro," "MagicGate," , "...176;F) Dimensions: Approx. 83 × 55 × 24 mm (3 3/8 × 2 1/4 × 31/32 inches) (W/H/D) Mass: Approx. 55 g (1.9 oz) Rechargeable battery pack NPBG1 Used battery: Lithium-ion battery Maximum voltage: DC 4.2 V Nominal voltage: DC 3.6 V Maximum charge current: 1.44 A Maximum charge voltage: DC 4.2 V Capacity: typical: 3.4 Wh (960 mAh) minimum: ...
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...a malfunction. • Images may trail across on the LCD screen in a cold location. These dots are not actual images shot using the camera. Other memory cards cannot be used in this Handbook are reproduced images, and are a normal result of the manufacturing process,...camera is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens which is not a malfunction. • Be careful not to bump the movable lens, and be discolored and that you do not affect the recording. This is capable of the DSC-W220 unless noted otherwise. On Illustrations Illustrations used . • For details on the usable battery...
...a malfunction. • Images may trail across on the LCD screen in a cold location. These dots are not actual images shot using the camera. Other memory cards cannot be used in this Handbook are reproduced images, and are a normal result of the manufacturing process,...camera is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens which is not a malfunction. • Be careful not to bump the movable lens, and be discolored and that you do not affect the recording. This is capable of the DSC-W220 unless noted otherwise. On Illustrations Illustrations used . • For details on the usable battery...
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Power sources 120 On the "Memory Stick Duo" media 121 On the battery pack 123 On the battery charger 124 Index Index ...125 6 Table of contents Using your computer Enjoying your Windows computer 84 Installing the software (supplied 86 On the "PMB (..."PMB 92 Viewing image files stored on a computer with the camera copying to the "Memory Stick Duo" media 94 Using the "Music Transfer" (supplied 95 Using your Macintosh computer 96 Viewing "Cyber-shot Step-up Guide 98 Printing still images How to print still images 99 Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer 100 ...
Power sources 120 On the "Memory Stick Duo" media 121 On the battery pack 123 On the battery charger 124 Index Index ...125 6 Table of contents Using your computer Enjoying your Windows computer 84 Installing the software (supplied 86 On the "PMB (..."PMB 92 Viewing image files stored on a computer with the camera copying to the "Memory Stick Duo" media 94 Using the "Music Transfer" (supplied 95 Using your Macintosh computer 96 Viewing "Cyber-shot Step-up Guide 98 Printing still images How to print still images 99 Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer 100 ...
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J Tripod receptacle (bottom) • Use a tripod with a screw less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch) long. K Battery/"Memory Stick Duo" media cover (bottom) L Battery insertion slot M "Memory Stick Duo" media slot N Access lamp O Battery eject lever 15 Otherwise, you cannot firmly secure the camera, and damage to a PictBridge compliant printer. Identifying parts I Multi connector (bottom) Used in...
J Tripod receptacle (bottom) • Use a tripod with a screw less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch) long. K Battery/"Memory Stick Duo" media cover (bottom) L Battery insertion slot M "Memory Stick Duo" media slot N Access lamp O Battery eject lever 15 Otherwise, you cannot firmly secure the camera, and damage to a PictBridge compliant printer. Identifying parts I Multi connector (bottom) Used in...
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...) White Balance (51, 52) Burst mode/Bracket mode (44) Metering Mode (48) Face Detection (42)/Smile Detection (43) SteadyShot (DSC-W220/ W230 only) (55) • In the default setting, when the shutter button is available only for details of these indicators appears, ...are limited in parentheses for DSCW210/W215. DRO (54) Vibration warning • Indicates vibration may prevent you can still shoot images. When shooting movies A Display Indication Battery remaining Low battery warning (116) Image Size (41) Indication Mode dial/Menu (Scene Selection) (27) • (SteadyShot) mode...
...) White Balance (51, 52) Burst mode/Bracket mode (44) Metering Mode (48) Face Detection (42)/Smile Detection (43) SteadyShot (DSC-W220/ W230 only) (55) • In the default setting, when the shutter button is available only for details of these indicators appears, ...are limited in parentheses for DSCW210/W215. DRO (54) Vibration warning • Indicates vibration may prevent you can still shoot images. When shooting movies A Display Indication Battery remaining Low battery warning (116) Image Size (41) Indication Mode dial/Menu (Scene Selection) (27) • (SteadyShot) mode...