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... the user is intended to alert the user to rain or moisture. Never expose the battery pack to comply with the limits for the FCC related matters only. If you may be... risk of electric shock to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. This symbol is for a Class B digital device, pursuant to persons. Operation is subject to the following measures: - Increase the separation between the ...not expressly approved in the U.S.A. These limits are cautioned that may call: Sony Customer Information Services Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) The number below is intended to alert the user to correct ...
... the user is intended to alert the user to rain or moisture. Never expose the battery pack to comply with the limits for the FCC related matters only. If you may be... risk of electric shock to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. This symbol is for a Class B digital device, pursuant to persons. Operation is subject to the following measures: - Increase the separation between the ...not expressly approved in the U.S.A. These limits are cautioned that may call: Sony Customer Information Services Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) The number below is intended to alert the user to correct ...
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... outlet on the EMC Directive for a digital device pursuant to comply with Part 15 of this device must be prohibited. For the Sony Service Center nearest you call 1-800-222-SONY (United States only) Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion battery. "Memory Stick" and battery pack For the Customers in the U.S.A. This...
... outlet on the EMC Directive for a digital device pursuant to comply with Part 15 of this device must be prohibited. For the Sony Service Center nearest you call 1-800-222-SONY (United States only) Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion battery. "Memory Stick" and battery pack For the Customers in the U.S.A. This...
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Additional information Precautions 79 On "Memory Sticks 80 About "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack .. 81 Using your camera abroad 82 Troubleshooting 83 Warning and notice messages 89 Self-diagnosis display 91 Specifications 92 Display window indicators 93 LCD screen indicators 94 Index 97 7
Additional information Precautions 79 On "Memory Sticks 80 About "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack .. 81 Using your camera abroad 82 Troubleshooting 83 Warning and notice messages 89 Self-diagnosis display 91 Specifications 92 Display window indicators 93 LCD screen indicators 94 Index 97 7
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... (15) O Hook for strap P Jog dial (42) Q Zoom button (INDEX button during playback) (22) R DC IN jack (11) (14) S RESET button (83) T Access lamp (17) U Battery eject lever (10) V Battery/"Memory Stick" cover 9
... (15) O Hook for strap P Jog dial (42) Q Zoom button (INDEX button during playback) (22) R DC IN jack (11) (14) S RESET button (83) T Access lamp (17) U Battery eject lever (10) V Battery/"Memory Stick" cover 9
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... can exchange information such as illustrated. 3 Close the battery/"Memory Stick" cover. Insert the battery pack with the v mark facing toward the battery compartment as battery consumption with the "InfoLITHIUM" NP-FM50 battery pack* (M series). "InfoLITHIUM" M series battery packs have the mark. Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack Your camera operates only with compatible video equipment.
... can exchange information such as illustrated. 3 Close the battery/"Memory Stick" cover. Insert the battery pack with the v mark facing toward the battery compartment as battery consumption with the "InfoLITHIUM" NP-FM50 battery pack* (M series). "InfoLITHIUM" M series battery packs have the mark. Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack Your camera operates only with compatible video equipment.
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... may not be entirely accurate depending on . DC IN jack cover To the wall outlet (mains) Battery pack (M series) Power cord (mains lead) AC-L10A/B/C AC power adaptor (supplied) 1 Insert the battery pack into your camera. 2 Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the DC connecting cable to the DC IN jack... of use and the operating environment. Battery remaining indicator The LCD screen on your camera. The CHARGE lamp in the display window flashes when charging begins. Charging at 10°C to 30°C (50°F to...
... may not be entirely accurate depending on . DC IN jack cover To the wall outlet (mains) Battery pack (M series) Power cord (mains lead) AC-L10A/B/C AC power adaptor (supplied) 1 Insert the battery pack into your camera. 2 Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the DC connecting cable to the DC IN jack... of use and the operating environment. Battery remaining indicator The LCD screen on your camera. The CHARGE lamp in the display window flashes when charging begins. Charging at 10°C to 30°C (50°F to...
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... charge a completely discharged battery pack using the LCD screen, the operating time becomes short. NP-FM50 battery pack When you record images in your pocket or other place to keep it warm, then insert the battery pack into the camera just before recording. When using the camera in an extremely cold ...location, place the battery pack in an extremely cold location or using the AC-L10A AC power adaptor at a...
... charge a completely discharged battery pack using the LCD screen, the operating time becomes short. NP-FM50 battery pack When you record images in your pocket or other place to keep it warm, then insert the battery pack into the camera just before recording. When using the camera in an extremely cold ...location, place the battery pack in an extremely cold location or using the AC-L10A AC power adaptor at a...
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...; The capacity of the "Memory Stick" is disconnected. - The numbers may cause malfunction. 13 When the battery pack is not installed correctly. - The above are as this may be decreased if you use your camera at low temperatures, use the flash, repeatedly turn the LCD screen on and off or use the...
...; The capacity of the "Memory Stick" is disconnected. - The numbers may cause malfunction. 13 When the battery pack is not installed correctly. - The above are as this may be decreased if you use your camera at low temperatures, use the flash, repeatedly turn the LCD screen on and off or use the...
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... (supplied) 1 Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the DC connecting cable to the DC IN jack of your camera abroad For details, see page 82. Using a car battery Use Sony DC adaptor/charger (not supplied). When using the AC power adaptor Be sure to a wall outlet (mains). If a ...malfunction occurs, disconnect the plug from the wall outlet. 14 Using your camera with the v mark facing up. 2 Connect the power cord (mains...
... (supplied) 1 Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the DC connecting cable to the DC IN jack of your camera abroad For details, see page 82. Using a car battery Use Sony DC adaptor/charger (not supplied). When using the AC power adaptor Be sure to a wall outlet (mains). If a ...malfunction occurs, disconnect the plug from the wall outlet. 14 Using your camera with the v mark facing up. 2 Connect the power cord (mains...
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... 3, set with b/B on the control button. When this happens, reset the date and time, by starting from step 3 above. 16 Note If the rechargeable button battery is indicated with v/V. 5 Set the numeric value with v/V/b/B on the control button, then press the center z to begin clock movement. If you want to set...
... 3, set with b/B on the control button. When this happens, reset the date and time, by starting from step 3 above. 16 Note If the rechargeable button battery is indicated with v/V. 5 Set the numeric value with v/V/b/B on the control button, then press the center z to begin clock movement. If you want to set...
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... Stick" cover, then press the "Memory Stick" once lightly. Insert the "Memory Stick" with the B mark facing toward the battery compartment as "MEMORY STICK ERROR" will be displayed. • Never remove the "Memory Stick" or turn off the power while the access... the "Memory Stick." Notes • Insert the "Memory Stick" firmly until it clicks, otherwise a message such as illustrated until it clicks. 3 Close the battery/"Memory Stick" cover. Connector Erasure prevention switch Label space The position and shape of the erasure prevention switch may differ depending on a "Memory Stick" if...
... Stick" cover, then press the "Memory Stick" once lightly. Insert the "Memory Stick" with the B mark facing toward the battery compartment as "MEMORY STICK ERROR" will be displayed. • Never remove the "Memory Stick" or turn off the power while the access... the "Memory Stick." Notes • Insert the "Memory Stick" firmly until it clicks, otherwise a message such as illustrated until it clicks. 3 Close the battery/"Memory Stick" cover. Connector Erasure prevention switch Label space The position and shape of the erasure prevention switch may differ depending on a "Memory Stick" if...
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...plugged into the USB jack, the DC IN jack, or the ACC jack. To use the camera again, slide the POWER switch in step 2, the camera starts recording after the automatic adjustment is operating using a battery pack. When "RECORDING" disappears, you press the shutter button fully down . "RECORDING" appears on... (page 65), or when a connector is flashing. (During this does not affect the recorded image. • When you can record on the camera again. Release the shutter button, then focus again. 3 Press the shutter button fully down at once in the direction of images you do not ...
...plugged into the USB jack, the DC IN jack, or the ACC jack. To use the camera again, slide the POWER switch in step 2, the camera starts recording after the automatic adjustment is operating using a battery pack. When "RECORDING" disappears, you press the shutter button fully down . "RECORDING" appears on... (page 65), or when a connector is flashing. (During this does not affect the recorded image. • When you can record on the camera again. Release the shutter button, then focus again. 3 Press the shutter button fully down at once in the direction of images you do not ...
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... the finder Recording lamp (red) AE/AF lock lamp (green) Flash charge lamp (orange) Checking the last recorded image (Quick Review) You can extend the battery time by clearing the menu from the screen (page 41) and pressing b (7) on the control button. To delete the image: 1. To return to the normal...
... the finder Recording lamp (red) AE/AF lock lamp (green) Flash charge lamp (orange) Checking the last recorded image (Quick Review) You can extend the battery time by clearing the menu from the screen (page 41) and pressing b (7) on the control button. To delete the image: 1. To return to the normal...
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... the shutter sound only. (The shutter sound is not sold in Japanese. Displays the menu items in other bright locations, but also uses up the battery charge faster. Turns off the LCD screen. Sets the video output signal to NTSC mode (e.g., Japan, the USA) (page 82). Lets you press the...Switches the USB mode (page 31). Also, note that the VAD-S70 adaptor ring needed to mount the conversion lens to "ON" when using the camera outdoors or in English. Sets the video output signal to PAL mode (e.g., Europe) (page 82). This has no effect on the recorded images. Item ...
... the shutter sound only. (The shutter sound is not sold in Japanese. Displays the menu items in other bright locations, but also uses up the battery charge faster. Turns off the LCD screen. Sets the video output signal to NTSC mode (e.g., Japan, the USA) (page 82). Lets you press the...Switches the USB mode (page 31). Also, note that the VAD-S70 adaptor ring needed to mount the conversion lens to "ON" when using the camera outdoors or in English. Sets the video output signal to PAL mode (e.g., Europe) (page 82). This has no effect on the recorded images. Item ...
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... use the camera for exchanging and sharing digital data among "Memory Stick" compatible products. In this rechargeable button battery is specially designed for only short periods it is removable, "Memory Stick" can use the "Memory Stick" in its supplied case. • Do not touch the terminals of a "Memory Stick" with your nearest Sony dealer...
... use the camera for exchanging and sharing digital data among "Memory Stick" compatible products. In this rechargeable button battery is specially designed for only short periods it is removable, "Memory Stick" can use the "Memory Stick" in its supplied case. • Do not touch the terminals of a "Memory Stick" with your nearest Sony dealer...
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... on in an ambient temperature of between your camera, leave the POWER switch to the operating conditions of Sony Corporation. This is 5 to maintain the battery pack's functions. • To use it in low- Charging the battery pack • Be sure to charge the battery pack before taking shots. • Frequently using the LCD panel or...
... on in an ambient temperature of between your camera, leave the POWER switch to the operating conditions of Sony Corporation. This is 5 to maintain the battery pack's functions. • To use it in low- Charging the battery pack • Be sure to charge the battery pack before taking shots. • Frequently using the LCD panel or...
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..., Peru, Surinam, Taiwan, the Philippines, the U.S.A., Venezuela, etc. Using your camera abroad Power sources You can use your digital still camera. Use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the design of your camera in any country or area with the supplied battery charger within 100 V to view the playback picture on TV...
..., Peru, Surinam, Taiwan, the Philippines, the U.S.A., Venezuela, etc. Using your camera abroad Power sources You can use your digital still camera. Use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the design of your camera in any country or area with the supplied battery charger within 100 V to view the playback picture on TV...
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...set to , S, A, M, SCN or (pages 19, 26). • No "Memory Stick" has been inserted into your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Symptom Your camera does not work. Cause and/or Solution • You are not using a sharppointed object. • You cannot record images ...8226; The write-protect tab on the bottom using an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. Additional information 83 If code displays (C:ss:ss) appear on by sliding the POWER switch and check that the camera works properly. t The camera retains the settings from the last time it to the recording position...
...set to , S, A, M, SCN or (pages 19, 26). • No "Memory Stick" has been inserted into your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Symptom Your camera does not work. Cause and/or Solution • You are not using a sharppointed object. • You cannot record images ...8226; The write-protect tab on the bottom using an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack. Additional information 83 If code displays (C:ss:ss) appear on by sliding the POWER switch and check that the camera works properly. t The camera retains the settings from the last time it to the recording position...
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...indicators flash during charging. The battery remaining indicator is happening. t Replace the battery pack with a new one (page 10). • You have used the camera for a long time in one (page 10). • The battery pack is set correctly. t Fully charge the battery pack (page 11). •.... • You are not set to auto (no indicator) or (page 24). • The camera is in an extremely hot or an extremely cold location. • The battery pack is disconnected. t Replace the battery pack with a new one of the following SCENE SELECTION modes: TWILIGHT or LANDSCAPE.
...indicators flash during charging. The battery remaining indicator is happening. t Replace the battery pack with a new one (page 10). • You have used the camera for a long time in one (page 10). • The battery pack is set correctly. t Fully charge the battery pack (page 11). •.... • You are not set to auto (no indicator) or (page 24). • The camera is in an extremely hot or an extremely cold location. • The battery pack is disconnected. t Replace the battery pack with a new one of the following SCENE SELECTION modes: TWILIGHT or LANDSCAPE.
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.... t Turn on , the camera turns off suddenly. Digital zoom does not function. Your camera cannot delete an image. The power turns off automatically to [ON]. t Set [DIGITAL ZOOM] to [ON] in the setup setting is set to prevent wearing down the battery (page 20). The image and...t Replace it to [OFF] (page 77). • The zoom cannot be used when recording a moving image with a charged battery. 86 t Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. • [CONVERSION LENS] in the menu settings. • The mode dial is discharged. t Set it with ...
.... t Turn on , the camera turns off suddenly. Digital zoom does not function. Your camera cannot delete an image. The power turns off automatically to [ON]. t Set [DIGITAL ZOOM] to [ON] in the setup setting is set to prevent wearing down the battery (page 20). The image and...t Replace it to [OFF] (page 77). • The zoom cannot be used when recording a moving image with a charged battery. 86 t Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. • [CONVERSION LENS] in the menu settings. • The mode dial is discharged. t Set it with ...