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Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search Index Cyber-shot Handbook DSC-W310 © 2010 Sony Corporation GB 4-169-313-11(1)
Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search Index Cyber-shot Handbook DSC-W310 © 2010 Sony Corporation GB 4-169-313-11(1)
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... Indicates information that is convenient when searching for information by operation. This is useful to the corresponding page. Operate the camera in the camera's default setting. Search for information by arrows (t). Indicates cautions and limitations relevant to the correct operation of contents Operation Search...Search Index Index How to use this handbook, the sequence of operations is indicated by . Table of contents Table of the camera. The default setting is shown by keyword. Marks and notations used in a listing of MENU/Settings items. Search for ...
... Indicates information that is convenient when searching for information by operation. This is useful to the corresponding page. Operate the camera in the camera's default setting. Search for information by arrows (t). Indicates cautions and limitations relevant to the correct operation of contents Operation Search...Search Index Index How to use this handbook, the sequence of operations is indicated by . Table of contents Table of the camera. The default setting is shown by keyword. Marks and notations used in a listing of MENU/Settings items. Search for ...
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...dots are a normal result of 1 GB or larger marked with a capacity up the existing charge and remove it from the camera, then store it . When using the camera for the first time. • You can use the partially charged capacity of the battery pack as is recommended that may cause...red, blue or green) may appear on the battery pack • Charge the battery pack (supplied) before using a "Memory Stick Duo" media with the camera. Black, white, red, blue or green dots • Exposing the LCD screen or the lens to operate properly with standard-sized "Memory Stick" media ...
...dots are a normal result of 1 GB or larger marked with a capacity up the existing charge and remove it from the camera, then store it . When using the camera for the first time. • You can use the partially charged capacity of the battery pack as is recommended that may cause...red, blue or green) may appear on the battery pack • Charge the battery pack (supplied) before using a "Memory Stick Duo" media with the camera. Black, white, red, blue or green dots • Exposing the LCD screen or the lens to operate properly with standard-sized "Memory Stick" media ...
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...and are not actual images shot using this camera. 4GB This moisture condensation may cause a malfunction of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search Index On moisture condensation • If the camera is brought directly from a cold to evaporate. Table of the camera. • If moisture condensation... occurs, turn off the camera and wait about an hour for the moisture to a warm location, ...
...and are not actual images shot using this camera. 4GB This moisture condensation may cause a malfunction of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search Index On moisture condensation • If the camera is brought directly from a cold to evaporate. Table of the camera. • If moisture condensation... occurs, turn off the camera and wait about an hour for the moisture to a warm location, ...
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Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search Table of contents Notes on using the camera How to use this handbook 2 Notes on using the camera 3 Operation Search 8 MENU/Settings Search 10 Identifying parts 13 List of icons displayed on the screen 14 Using the mode switch 16 Using the internal memory 17 Shooting Zoom 18 DISP (Screen Display Settings 19 Flash 20 Smile Shutter 21 Self-Timer 22 Viewing Viewing still images 23 Playback zoom 24 Image Index 25 Delete 26 Viewing movies 27 Index 5GB
Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search Table of contents Notes on using the camera How to use this handbook 2 Notes on using the camera 3 Operation Search 8 MENU/Settings Search 10 Identifying parts 13 List of icons displayed on the screen 14 Using the mode switch 16 Using the internal memory 17 Shooting Zoom 18 DISP (Screen Display Settings 19 Flash 20 Smile Shutter 21 Self-Timer 22 Viewing Viewing still images 23 Playback zoom 24 Image Index 25 Delete 26 Viewing movies 27 Index 5GB
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Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search MENU (Shooting) MENU items (Shooting 10 MENU (Viewing) MENU items (Viewing 11 Settings Setting items 12 TV Viewing images on a TV 71 Computer Using with your computer 73 Using the software 74 Connecting the camera to a computer 76 Uploading images to a media service 78 Printing Printing still images 80 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 82 Warning messages 90 Index 6GB
Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search MENU (Shooting) MENU items (Shooting 10 MENU (Viewing) MENU items (Viewing 11 Settings Setting items 12 TV Viewing images on a TV 71 Computer Using with your computer 73 Using the software 74 Connecting the camera to a computer 76 Uploading images to a media service 78 Printing Printing still images 80 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 82 Warning messages 90 Index 6GB
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Table of contents Others Index "Memory Stick Duo" media 93 Battery pack 95 Battery charger 96 Index 97 Operation Search MENU/Settings Search Index 7GB
Table of contents Others Index "Memory Stick Duo" media 93 Battery pack 95 Battery charger 96 Index 97 Operation Search MENU/Settings Search Index 7GB
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Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search Operation Search Leaving the settings to Intelligent Auto Adjustment 29 the camera Scene Selection 31 Shooting portraits Soft Snap 31 Twilight Portrait 31 Smile Shutter 21 Face Detection 44 Red Eye Reduction 55 Shooting moving objects Movie ...
Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search Operation Search Leaving the settings to Intelligent Auto Adjustment 29 the camera Scene Selection 31 Shooting portraits Soft Snap 31 Twilight Portrait 31 Smile Shutter 21 Face Detection 44 Red Eye Reduction 55 Shooting moving objects Movie ...
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Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search Deleting images Delete 26, 48 Format 64 Displaying enlarged images Playback zoom 24 Trimming (Resize 47 Editing images Retouch 47 Playing back a series of Slideshow 46 images in order Shooting/Viewing with Easy Mode 33, 45 easy-to-see indicators Printing images with the date Using the "PMB (Picture Motion Browser)" 74 Changing date and time settings Date & Time Setting 70 Initializing settings Initialize 60 Printing images Print 80 Viewing on TVs Viewing images on a TV 71 Index 9GB
Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search Deleting images Delete 26, 48 Format 64 Displaying enlarged images Playback zoom 24 Trimming (Resize 47 Editing images Retouch 47 Playing back a series of Slideshow 46 images in order Shooting/Viewing with Easy Mode 33, 45 easy-to-see indicators Printing images with the date Using the "PMB (Picture Motion Browser)" 74 Changing date and time settings Date & Time Setting 70 Initializing settings Initialize 60 Printing images Print 80 Viewing on TVs Viewing images on a TV 71 Index 9GB
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A setting may be changed . EV ISO - - - For details, see the page for each item. Burst Settings - White Balance - Index 10GB Control button ON/OFF (Power) button 4 Press the MENU button to display the MENU screen. 3 Select the desired menu item with v/V/b/B on the shooting mode. Scene Selection - - - (Easy Mode) - Image Size SteadyShot - Face Detection - (Settings) Note • Only the items that are available for each mode are displayed on the screen. Mode switch Menu items REC Mode REC Mode - Focus - - - Table of contents ...
A setting may be changed . EV ISO - - - For details, see the page for each item. Burst Settings - White Balance - Index 10GB Control button ON/OFF (Power) button 4 Press the MENU button to display the MENU screen. 3 Select the desired menu item with v/V/b/B on the shooting mode. Scene Selection - - - (Easy Mode) - Image Size SteadyShot - Face Detection - (Settings) Note • Only the items that are available for each mode are displayed on the screen. Mode switch Menu items REC Mode REC Mode - Focus - - - Table of contents ...
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Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search MENU items (Viewing) You can be changed , while - Note • Only the items that are available for each mode are displayed on the center of the control button. Menu items (Easy Mode) (Slideshow) (Retouch) (Delete) (Protect) DPOF (Print) (Rotate) (Select Folder) (Settings) Memory card Internal Memory - - indicates settings that can select the various viewing functions easily from the MENU button. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 Press the MENU button to display the MENU screen. 3 Select ...
Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search MENU items (Viewing) You can be changed , while - Note • Only the items that are available for each mode are displayed on the center of the control button. Menu items (Easy Mode) (Slideshow) (Retouch) (Delete) (Protect) DPOF (Print) (Rotate) (Select Folder) (Settings) Memory card Internal Memory - - indicates settings that can select the various viewing functions easily from the MENU button. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 Press the MENU button to display the MENU screen. 3 Select ...
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...desired setting, then press z. Control button MENU button Categories Shooting Settings Main Settings Memory Card Tool Internal Memory Tool Clock Settings Items Grid Line Digital Zoom Red Eye Reduction Beep Language Setting Function Guide Power Save Initialize Video Out USB Connect LUN Settings Format Create REC.Folder Change REC.Folder... Settings] appears only when settings have been entered from shooting mode. • [Memory Card Tool] appears only when a memory card is inserted in the camera, while [Internal Memory Tool] appears only when a memory card is not inserted. Index 12GB
...desired setting, then press z. Control button MENU button Categories Shooting Settings Main Settings Memory Card Tool Internal Memory Tool Clock Settings Items Grid Line Digital Zoom Red Eye Reduction Beep Language Setting Function Guide Power Save Initialize Video Out USB Connect LUN Settings Format Create REC.Folder Change REC.Folder... Settings] appears only when settings have been entered from shooting mode. • [Memory Card Tool] appears only when a memory card is inserted in the camera, while [Internal Memory Tool] appears only when a memory card is not inserted. Index 12GB
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Hook 13GB Place your hand through the loop to the camera at the factory. Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search Index Identifying parts A ON/OFF (Power) button B Shutter button C Flash D Microphone E ON/OFF (Power) ... cover U Battery insertion slot V Access lamp W Memory card slot X Battery eject lever * Using the wrist strap The wrist strap is already attached to prevent the camera from damage by being dropped.
Hook 13GB Place your hand through the loop to the camera at the factory. Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search Index Identifying parts A ON/OFF (Power) button B Shutter button C Flash D Microphone E ON/OFF (Power) ... cover U Battery insertion slot V Access lamp W Memory card slot X Battery eject lever * Using the wrist strap The wrist strap is already attached to prevent the camera from damage by being dropped.
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... DISP (Screen Display Settings) on the control button. When shooting still images A Display Indication Battery remaining Low battery warning Image size • The icons are displayed on the screen to indicate the camera status. Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search List of... icons displayed on the screen Icons are limited in (Easy Mode). When shooting movies When playing back Scene Selection Camera mode (Intelligent Auto Adjustment, Program Auto, Movie Mode) Scene Recognition icon White balance Metering Mode SteadyShot Vibration warning Smile Detection ...
... DISP (Screen Display Settings) on the control button. When shooting still images A Display Indication Battery remaining Low battery warning Image size • The icons are displayed on the screen to indicate the camera status. Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search List of... icons displayed on the screen Icons are limited in (Easy Mode). When shooting movies When playing back Scene Selection Camera mode (Intelligent Auto Adjustment, Program Auto, Movie Mode) Scene Recognition icon White balance Metering Mode SteadyShot Vibration warning Smile Detection ...
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Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search B Display z ISO400 125 F3.5 +2.0EV REC Standby 0:12 101-0012 2010 1 1 9:30 AM C Display 96 12/12 100Min Indication AE/AF lock ISO number Shutter speed Aperture value Exposure Value AF range finder frame indicator Recording a movie/Standby a movie Recording time (m:s) Folder-file number Recorded date/time of the playback image Indication Recording folder Playback folder Number of recordable images Image number/Number of images recorded in selected folder Recordable time Recording/Playback Media (Memory card, internal memory) Changing ...
Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search B Display z ISO400 125 F3.5 +2.0EV REC Standby 0:12 101-0012 2010 1 1 9:30 AM C Display 96 12/12 100Min Indication AE/AF lock ISO number Shutter speed Aperture value Exposure Value AF range finder frame indicator Recording a movie/Standby a movie Recording time (m:s) Folder-file number Recorded date/time of the playback image Indication Recording folder Playback folder Number of recordable images Image number/Number of images recorded in selected folder Recordable time Recording/Playback Media (Memory card, internal memory) Changing ...
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You can set the desired still image shooting mode with MENU t [REC Mode]. Table of contents Operation Search Using the mode switch Set the mode switch to end the recording. Shutter button Mode switch (Still Image) (Movie) MENU button Allows you to shoot still images (pages 29, 30, 31). Press the shutter button fully down to start recording, and then press the shutter button again to the desired function. Allows you to record movies. MENU/Settings Search Index 16GB
You can set the desired still image shooting mode with MENU t [REC Mode]. Table of contents Operation Search Using the mode switch Set the mode switch to end the recording. Shutter button Mode switch (Still Image) (Movie) MENU button Allows you to shoot still images (pages 29, 30, 31). Press the shutter button fully down to start recording, and then press the shutter button again to the desired function. Allows you to record movies. MENU/Settings Search Index 16GB
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... memory card. Index 17GB Even when there is no memory card inserted in [Copy] (page 68). On image data stored in the camera. Notes • You cannot transfer image data on a memory card to the internal memory. • By making a USB connection between the... camera and a computer with sufficient free capacity, then perform the procedure explained in the camera, you can be performed on the memory card. This memory is inserted [Recording]: Images are played back. [...
... memory card. Index 17GB Even when there is no memory card inserted in [Copy] (page 68). On image data stored in the camera. Notes • You cannot transfer image data on a memory card to the internal memory. • By making a USB connection between the... camera and a computer with sufficient free capacity, then perform the procedure explained in the camera, you can be performed on the memory card. This memory is inserted [Recording]: Images are played back. [...
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T button W button Note • You cannot change the zoom scale while shooting a movie. MENU/Settings Search Index 18GB Table of contents Operation Search Zoom You can enlarge images up to zoom out. • When the zoom scale exceeds 4×, see page 54. The camera's optical zoom function can enlarge the image when shooting. Press the T button to zoom in, and the W button to 4×. 1 Press the W/T (zoom) button.
T button W button Note • You cannot change the zoom scale while shooting a movie. MENU/Settings Search Index 18GB Table of contents Operation Search Zoom You can enlarge images up to zoom out. • When the zoom scale exceeds 4×, see page 54. The camera's optical zoom function can enlarge the image when shooting. Press the T button to zoom in, and the W button to 4×. 1 Press the W/T (zoom) button.
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Exif data for the recorded image is also displayed. (Bright) Sets screen brighter and displays the information. (Normal) Sets screen to standard brightness and displays the information. Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search DISP (Screen Display Settings) 1 Press DISP (Screen Display Settings) on the control button. 2 Select the desired mode with the control button. (Bright + Image Only) Sets screen brighter and displays only images. (Bright + Exposure Data) (Playback mode only) Sets screen brighter and displays the information. Note • If you view images...
Exif data for the recorded image is also displayed. (Bright) Sets screen brighter and displays the information. (Normal) Sets screen to standard brightness and displays the information. Table of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search DISP (Screen Display Settings) 1 Press DISP (Screen Display Settings) on the control button. 2 Select the desired mode with the control button. (Bright + Image Only) Sets screen brighter and displays only images. (Bright + Exposure Data) (Playback mode only) Sets screen brighter and displays the information. Note • If you view images...
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... close to clearly shoot the background that is backlight. zWhen the "White circular spots" appears in flash photos This is caused by the camera's flash, they appear as white circular spots. Flash always operates. Camera Subject Particles (dust, pollen, etc.) in the air How can select only [Auto] or [Off] when the... camera is in dark locations or when there is out of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search Flash 1 Press (Flash) on the control button. 2 Select the ...
... close to clearly shoot the background that is backlight. zWhen the "White circular spots" appears in flash photos This is caused by the camera's flash, they appear as white circular spots. Flash always operates. Camera Subject Particles (dust, pollen, etc.) in the air How can select only [Auto] or [Off] when the... camera is in dark locations or when there is out of contents Operation Search MENU/Settings Search Flash 1 Press (Flash) on the control button. 2 Select the ...