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... is not likely to be equipped with a polarized ac power cord plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other sources, refer to operate from battery power, or other ). Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer, as they may fall, causing serious injury to a child or an adult, and...
... is not likely to be equipped with a polarized ac power cord plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other sources, refer to operate from battery power, or other ). Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer, as they may fall, causing serious injury to a child or an adult, and...
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... Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. For more information regarding recycling of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.:DSC-W30, DSC-W40 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Regulatory Information Declaration of rechargeable batteries, call : Sony Customer Information Services Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) The number below is subject to the collection and recycling location nearest you have any...
... Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. For more information regarding recycling of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.:DSC-W30, DSC-W40 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Regulatory Information Declaration of rechargeable batteries, call : Sony Customer Information Services Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) The number below is subject to the collection and recycling location nearest you have any...
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...for the data back up • Do not turn off the camera or remove the battery pack or "Memory Stick Duo" while the access lamp is a "Memory Stick Duo". The camera may not be repairable. • Do not aim the camera at the sun or other bright light. Memory Stick Duo Adaptor ... discharged. Always protect your data by making a back up the existing charge and remove it from your camera, then store it may cause the malfunction of your camera. • Do not use the battery pack for if recording or playback is neither dust-proof, nor splashproof, nor water-proof. Water entering ...
...for the data back up • Do not turn off the camera or remove the battery pack or "Memory Stick Duo" while the access lamp is a "Memory Stick Duo". The camera may not be repairable. • Do not aim the camera at the sun or other bright light. Memory Stick Duo Adaptor ... discharged. Always protect your data by making a back up the existing charge and remove it from your camera, then store it may cause the malfunction of your camera. • Do not use the battery pack for if recording or playback is neither dust-proof, nor splashproof, nor water-proof. Water entering ...
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For full use of the digital still camera Prepare the camera and shoot images easily "Read This First" (separate volume) 1 Prepare the battery pack 2 Turn the camera on/set the clock 3 Insert a "Memory Stick Duo" (not supplied) 4 Select the image size for use 5 Shoot images easily (Auto ...adjustment mode) Shoot still images (Scene Selection) 6 View/delete images Get more friendly with your camera This manual • Shoot...
For full use of the digital still camera Prepare the camera and shoot images easily "Read This First" (separate volume) 1 Prepare the battery pack 2 Turn the camera on/set the clock 3 Insert a "Memory Stick Duo" (not supplied) 4 Select the image size for use 5 Shoot images easily (Auto ...adjustment mode) Shoot still images (Scene Selection) 6 View/delete images Get more friendly with your camera This manual • Shoot...
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Table of lighting 15 Quality - On the effects of contents Read this first 5 Notes on using your camera 7 Enjoying the camera Basic techniques for better images 13 Focus - Focusing on the screen 19 Changing the screen display 23 Number of still images and recording time of ...movies 24 When you do not have a "Memory Stick Duo" (Recording with the internal memory 26 Battery life and number of images that can be...
Table of lighting 15 Quality - On the effects of contents Read this first 5 Notes on using your camera 7 Enjoying the camera Basic techniques for better images 13 Focus - Focusing on the screen 19 Changing the screen display 23 Number of still images and recording time of ...movies 24 When you do not have a "Memory Stick Duo" (Recording with the internal memory 26 Battery life and number of images that can be...
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... your Windows computer 56 Installing the software (supplied 58 Copying images to your computer 59 Viewing image files stored on a computer with your camera (using a "Memory Stick Duo 65 Using the "Cyber-shot Viewer" (supplied 66 Using your Macintosh computer 70 Printing still images How ...to print still images 72 Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer 73 Printing at a shop 76 Connecting your camera to your TV Viewing images on a TV screen 78 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 80 Warning indicators and messages 92 Others On the "Memory Stick 95...
... your Windows computer 56 Installing the software (supplied 58 Copying images to your computer 59 Viewing image files stored on a computer with your camera (using a "Memory Stick Duo 65 Using the "Cyber-shot Viewer" (supplied 66 Using your Macintosh computer 70 Printing still images How ...to print still images 72 Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer 73 Printing at a shop 76 Connecting your camera to your TV Viewing images on a TV screen 78 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 80 Warning indicators and messages 92 Others On the "Memory Stick 95...
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... Stick Duo" slot (t step 3 in "Read This First") S Battery insertion slot (t step 1 in "Read This First") T Battery eject lever (t step 1 in "Read This First") U Multi connector (bottom) (DSC-W50/ W70) V A/V OUT jack (DSC-W30/W40) W Jack cover (DSC-W30/W40) X (USB) jack (DSC-W30/W40) 18 For battery charging, use , remove the camera from the tripod. H (Playback) button (t step 6 in "Read...
... Stick Duo" slot (t step 3 in "Read This First") S Battery insertion slot (t step 1 in "Read This First") T Battery eject lever (t step 1 in "Read This First") U Multi connector (bottom) (DSC-W50/ W70) V A/V OUT jack (DSC-W30/W40) W Jack cover (DSC-W30/W40) X (USB) jack (DSC-W30/W40) 18 For battery charging, use , remove the camera from the tripod. H (Playback) button (t step 6 in "Read...
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...). Indicators on the position of operation. When shooting still images 1 3 4 2 5 When shooting movies 1 2 A Display z M WB STBY REC 3 4 5 Indication Battery remaining (t step 1 in "Read This First") AE/AF lock (t step 5 in "Read This First") Recording mode (28, 36) White balance (35) Standby/Recording ... "Read This First") Mode dial (Scene Selection) (t step 5 in "Read This First") Display SL 1.3 Indication Mode dial (Program auto shooting) (28) Camera mode (t step 5 in "Read This First") Flash mode (t step 5 in "Read This First") Flash charging Zoom scaling (t 47, step 5 in "Read...
...). Indicators on the position of operation. When shooting still images 1 3 4 2 5 When shooting movies 1 2 A Display z M WB STBY REC 3 4 5 Indication Battery remaining (t step 1 in "Read This First") AE/AF lock (t step 5 in "Read This First") Recording mode (28, 36) White balance (35) Standby/Recording ... "Read This First") Mode dial (Scene Selection) (t step 5 in "Read This First") Display SL 1.3 Indication Mode dial (Program auto shooting) (28) Camera mode (t step 5 in "Read This First") Flash mode (t step 5 in "Read This First") Flash charging Zoom scaling (t 47, step 5 in "Read...
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... lighting. However, we recommend that you use the flash for the DSC-W30/W40/W50. • 1M is displayed only when the Multi Burst is activated. Image quality (36) Recording folder (51) • This does not appear when using internal memory. Low battery warning (27, 92) 20 Display + Indication Spot metering cross hair...:00:00 [00:28:05] 1/30" 400 C:32:00 D Display E Indication Image size (t step 4 in "Read This First") • and are displayed only for the DSC-W70. 6M is displayed only for better lighting or using a tripod or other means to stabilize the...
... lighting. However, we recommend that you use the flash for the DSC-W30/W40/W50. • 1M is displayed only when the Multi Burst is activated. Image quality (36) Recording folder (51) • This does not appear when using internal memory. Low battery warning (27, 92) 20 Display + Indication Spot metering cross hair...:00:00 [00:28:05] 1/30" 400 C:32:00 D Display E Indication Image size (t step 4 in "Read This First") • and are displayed only for the DSC-W70. 6M is displayed only for better lighting or using a tripod or other means to stabilize the...
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..."Read This First") Protect (40) Print order (DPOF) mark (76) Change folder (39) • This does not appear when using internal memory. Enjoying the camera When playing back still images 1 3 4 2 BACK/NEXT VOLUME 5 When playing back movies 1 3 4 2 5 A Display M 6M 3:2 3M 1M VGA ...16:9 FINE 640 STD 640 160 - 1.3 Step 12/16 N B Display 101-0012 Indication Battery remaining (t step 1 in "Read This First") Recording mode (28, 36) Image size (t step 4 in "Read This First") Playback mode (t step 6 in "Read This ...
..."Read This First") Protect (40) Print order (DPOF) mark (76) Change folder (39) • This does not appear when using internal memory. Enjoying the camera When playing back still images 1 3 4 2 BACK/NEXT VOLUME 5 When playing back movies 1 3 4 2 5 A Display M 6M 3:2 3M 1M VGA ...16:9 FINE 640 STD 640 160 - 1.3 Step 12/16 N B Display 101-0012 Indication Battery remaining (t step 1 in "Read This First") Recording mode (28, 36) Image size (t step 4 in "Read This First") Playback mode (t step 6 in "Read This ...
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...min.) LCD screen off many times. - The brightness of LCD backlight is set to up (DSC-W50/W70). - [AF Mode] is low. - of images DSC-W70 Approx. 7800 DSC-W30/W40/W50 Approx. 8000 Battery life (min.) Approx. 390 Approx. 400 • Viewing single images in the following conditions: ... an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). The camera has been turned on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) • The number of shooting images/battery life does not change, regardless of image size. The battery power is switched alternately between the W and T ends. ...
...min.) LCD screen off many times. - The brightness of LCD backlight is set to up (DSC-W50/W70). - [AF Mode] is low. - of images DSC-W70 Approx. 7800 DSC-W30/W40/W50 Approx. 8000 Battery life (min.) Approx. 390 Approx. 400 • Viewing single images in the following conditions: ... an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). The camera has been turned on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) • The number of shooting images/battery life does not change, regardless of image size. The battery power is switched alternately between the W and T ends. ...
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... (Units: images) DSC-W30/W40/W50 Size Fine Standard Fine Standard 7M 4 6 - - 6M - - 3 4 3:2 4 6 3 4 5M 5 8 - - 3M 7 13 5 8 2M 11 20 7 13 VGA 64 100 40 98 16:9 11 20 7 13 37 The maximum number of five images is recorded. • When the battery level is low, or when the internal... memory or "Memory Stick Duo" is approximately 0.9 seconds (DSC-W70) or 0.7 seconds (DSC-W30/W40/W50).
... (Units: images) DSC-W30/W40/W50 Size Fine Standard Fine Standard 7M 4 6 - - 6M - - 3 4 3:2 4 6 3 4 5M 5 8 - - 3M 7 13 5 8 2M 11 20 7 13 VGA 64 100 40 98 16:9 11 20 7 13 37 The maximum number of five images is recorded. • When the battery level is low, or when the internal... memory or "Memory Stick Duo" is approximately 0.9 seconds (DSC-W70) or 0.7 seconds (DSC-W30/W40/W50).
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... the time needed for shooting stationary subjects. When the zoom scale exceeds 3×, the camera uses either smart or precision digital zoom. Using the Setup screen Camera For details on the operation 1 page 46 The default settings are marked with almost no...DSC-W70), [6M] (DSC-W30/W40/W50) or [3:2]. • The maximum zoom scale of 6×, but the image quality deteriorates. Single (S AF) Automatically adjusts the focus when the shutter button is useful for focusing. • Battery consumption is pressed and held halfway down . Digital Zoom Selects the digital...
... the time needed for shooting stationary subjects. When the zoom scale exceeds 3×, the camera uses either smart or precision digital zoom. Using the Setup screen Camera For details on the operation 1 page 46 The default settings are marked with almost no...DSC-W70), [6M] (DSC-W30/W40/W50) or [3:2]. • The maximum zoom scale of 6×, but the image quality deteriorates. Single (S AF) Automatically adjusts the focus when the shutter button is useful for focusing. • Battery consumption is pressed and held halfway down . Digital Zoom Selects the digital...
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... 64 MB or larger capacity (DSC-W70) / 32 MB or larger capacity (DSC-W30/W40/W50). 2 Select [OK] with v on the control button, then press z. For details on a "Memory Stick Duo". • Even if you attempt to copy image files using a battery pack with little remaining charge, the battery pack may run out, causing copying...
... 64 MB or larger capacity (DSC-W70) / 32 MB or larger capacity (DSC-W30/W40/W50). 2 Select [OK] with v on the control button, then press z. For details on a "Memory Stick Duo". • Even if you attempt to copy image files using a battery pack with little remaining charge, the battery pack may run out, causing copying...
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... setting. Cancel Cancels the resetting. 1 Select [OK] with battery pack. LCD Backlight (DSC-W50/W70 only) Selects the brightness of the LCD backlight when using the camera with v on the shutter sound when you operate the camera. Shutter Turns on the control button, then press z. OK... See the following procedure. appears. 2 Select [OK] with (Screen display switch) button (t step 5 in "Read This First"). • Selecting [Bright] uses up the battery pack charge faster. Beep Selects ...
... setting. Cancel Cancels the resetting. 1 Select [OK] with battery pack. LCD Backlight (DSC-W50/W70 only) Selects the brightness of the LCD backlight when using the camera with v on the shutter sound when you operate the camera. Shutter Turns on the control button, then press z. OK... See the following procedure. appears. 2 Select [OK] with (Screen display switch) button (t step 5 in "Read This First"). • Selecting [Bright] uses up the battery pack charge faster. Beep Selects ...
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...PRO Duo" is unnecessary. • The screen displays shown in this step is unnecessary. 2 Insert the sufficiently charged battery pack in the internal memory, this section are the examples for copying images from "Memory Stick Duo". Using your ...camera, or connect the camera to a wall outlet (wall socket) with the AC Adaptor (not supplied). • When you copy images to your computer This section describes the process using a Windows computer as follows. Insert the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor in the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor. Copying images to your computer using a battery...
...PRO Duo" is unnecessary. • The screen displays shown in this step is unnecessary. 2 Insert the sufficiently charged battery pack in the internal memory, this section are the examples for copying images from "Memory Stick Duo". Using your ...camera, or connect the camera to a wall outlet (wall socket) with the AC Adaptor (not supplied). • When you copy images to your computer This section describes the process using a Windows computer as follows. Insert the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor in the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor. Copying images to your computer using a battery...
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...on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) In single-image mode You can print a single image on a printing sheet. You can print a set of either the same images (1) or different images (2). 1 2 • It is recommended to use a fully charged battery pack or an AC Adaptor (not... supplied) to prevent the power from turning off partway through printing. 1 Press MENU to display the menu. 2 Press B on the control button to the printer via a USB connection. Stage 1: Preparing the camera Prepare the camera to connect it to...
...on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) In single-image mode You can print a single image on a printing sheet. You can print a set of either the same images (1) or different images (2). 1 2 • It is recommended to use a fully charged battery pack or an AC Adaptor (not... supplied) to prevent the power from turning off partway through printing. 1 Press MENU to display the menu. 2 Press B on the control button to the printer via a USB connection. Stage 1: Preparing the camera Prepare the camera to connect it to...
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Please understand that you give your consent that the contents of the internal memory may be repaired. 80 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you send your camera to 91. If a code such as "C/E:ss:ss" appears on the screen, see page 92. 2 Remove the battery pack, and insert the battery pack again after about one minute, and turn on pages 81 to be checked when you experience trouble with your camera, try the following solutions. 1 Check the items on the power. 3 Initialize the settings (page 53). 4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Please understand that you give your consent that the contents of the internal memory may be repaired. 80 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you send your camera to 91. If a code such as "C/E:ss:ss" appears on the screen, see page 92. 2 Remove the battery pack, and insert the battery pack again after about one minute, and turn on pages 81 to be checked when you experience trouble with your camera, try the following solutions. 1 Check the items on the power. 3 Initialize the settings (page 53). 4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
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... new one . Turn on the camera. • Install the battery pack correctly (t step 1 in an extremely cold location (page 97). • The battery terminal is dirty. Replace it with a new one . The battery remaining indicator is incorrect, or sufficient battery remaining indicator is displayed but the..."). • You are using the camera in "Read This First"). • The battery pack is discharged. Battery pack and power The battery pack cannot be installed. • As you insert the battery pack, use the camera in "Read This First"). • The battery pack is dead (page 97). Cannot...
... new one . Turn on the camera. • Install the battery pack correctly (t step 1 in an extremely cold location (page 97). • The battery terminal is dirty. Replace it with a new one . The battery remaining indicator is incorrect, or sufficient battery remaining indicator is displayed but the..."). • You are using the camera in "Read This First"). • The battery pack is discharged. Battery pack and power The battery pack cannot be installed. • As you insert the battery pack, use the camera in "Read This First"). • The battery pack is dead (page 97). Cannot...
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The eyes of the LCD backlight (DSC-W50/W70 only) (page 23, t step5 in succession. • The ...Vertical streaks appear when you view the screen in a dark location such as on a stage. Install charged battery pack. The image is attempting to increase the visibility of the screen by temporarily brightening the image under ...of low illumination. Noise appears in the image when you are shooting a spotlighted subject in a dark place. • The camera is too bright. • You are shooting a very bright subject. • The smear phenomenon is full. Delete unnecessary images...
The eyes of the LCD backlight (DSC-W50/W70 only) (page 23, t step5 in succession. • The ...Vertical streaks appear when you view the screen in a dark location such as on a stage. Install charged battery pack. The image is attempting to increase the visibility of the screen by temporarily brightening the image under ...of low illumination. Noise appears in the image when you are shooting a spotlighted subject in a dark place. • The camera is too bright. • You are shooting a very bright subject. • The smear phenomenon is full. Delete unnecessary images...