Instruction Manual
Page 1
Digital Single Lens Reflex Camera Instruction Manual DSLR-A230 Preparing the camera Before your operation Shooting images Using the shooting function Using the viewing function Changing your setup Viewing images on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. Additional information on a computer Printing images Printed using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink.
Digital Single Lens Reflex Camera Instruction Manual DSLR-A230 Preparing the camera Before your operation Shooting images Using the shooting function Using the viewing function Changing your setup Viewing images on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. Additional information on a computer Printing images Printed using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink.
Instruction Manual
Page 7
...this manual are reproduced images, and are not actual images shot using this Instruction Manual: at an ordinary ambient temperature of pictures in this camera. When turning on the LCD monitor in a cold location, the LCD monitor may cause a malfunction. 7 These points are operational for ...effective use. This is defined under direct sunlight, attach the lens cap. • Images may trail across on the camera in a cold location. Notes on the LCD monitor and lens • The LCD monitor is focused on a nearby object, it may be copyrighted...
...this manual are reproduced images, and are not actual images shot using this Instruction Manual: at an ordinary ambient temperature of pictures in this camera. When turning on the LCD monitor in a cold location, the LCD monitor may cause a malfunction. 7 These points are operational for ...effective use. This is defined under direct sunlight, attach the lens cap. • Images may trail across on the camera in a cold location. Notes on the LCD monitor and lens • The LCD monitor is focused on a nearby object, it may be copyrighted...
Instruction Manual
Page 8
... the accessories supplied 11 Preparing the battery pack 12 Attaching a lens 18 Inserting a memory card 20 Preparing the camera 23 Using the accessories supplied 25 Checking the number of recordable images 27 Cleaning 29 Identifying parts and screen indicators 32 Front side...the Control button 42 The functions selected by the Fn (Function) button ... 43 The functions selected by the MENU button 43 Shooting an image without camera shake 45 Correct posture 45 Using the SteadyShot function 46 Using a tripod 47 / Shooting with the automatic setting 48 Shooting with a suitable setting ...
... the accessories supplied 11 Preparing the battery pack 12 Attaching a lens 18 Inserting a memory card 20 Preparing the camera 23 Using the accessories supplied 25 Checking the number of recordable images 27 Cleaning 29 Identifying parts and screen indicators 32 Front side...the Control button 42 The functions selected by the Fn (Function) button ... 43 The functions selected by the MENU button 43 Shooting an image without camera shake 45 Correct posture 45 Using the SteadyShot function 46 Using a tripod 47 / Shooting with the automatic setting 48 Shooting with a suitable setting ...
Instruction Manual
Page 10
... setting 112 Changing the functions of the control dial 113 Changing other settings 114 Setting the LCD monitor 116 Confirming the version of the camera 118 Resetting to the default 119 Viewing images Copying images to your computer 121 on a computer Viewing images on your computer 125 Using... the software 129 Printing images Specifying DPOF 135 Printing images by connecting the camera to a PictBridge compliant printer 137 Others Specifications 140 Troubleshooting 144 Warning messages 153 Precautions 156 Index 158 10
... setting 112 Changing the functions of the control dial 113 Changing other settings 114 Setting the LCD monitor 116 Confirming the version of the camera 118 Resetting to the default 119 Viewing images Copying images to your computer 121 on a computer Viewing images on your computer 125 Using... the software 129 Printing images Specifying DPOF 135 Printing images by connecting the camera to a PictBridge compliant printer 137 Others Specifications 140 Troubleshooting 144 Warning messages 153 Precautions 156 Index 158 10
Instruction Manual
Page 11
... (mains lead) (1) (not supplied in parentheses indicates the number of pieces. • BC-VH1 Battery charger (1) • Body cap (1) (Attached on the camera) • CD-ROM (Application Software for α camera) (1) • Quick Start Guide (1) • Instruction Manual (This manual) (1) • USB cable (1) • Shoulder strap (1) • Eyepiece cover (1) 11 Preparing the...
... (mains lead) (1) (not supplied in parentheses indicates the number of pieces. • BC-VH1 Battery charger (1) • Body cap (1) (Attached on the camera) • CD-ROM (Application Software for α camera) (1) • Quick Start Guide (1) • Instruction Manual (This manual) (1) • USB cable (1) • Shoulder strap (1) • Eyepiece cover (1) 11 Preparing the...
Instruction Manual
Page 12
It can be sure to charge the NP-FH50 "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (supplied). Preparing the battery pack When using the camera for the first time, be charged even when it has not been fully depleted. Push the battery pack until it has not been fully charged. 1 Insert the battery pack on the battery charger. Charging the battery pack The "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack can also be used when it clicks. 12
It can be sure to charge the NP-FH50 "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (supplied). Preparing the battery pack When using the camera for the first time, be charged even when it has not been fully depleted. Push the battery pack until it has not been fully charged. 1 Insert the battery pack on the battery charger. Charging the battery pack The "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack can also be used when it clicks. 12
Instruction Manual
Page 13
... off repeatedly at the interval of the supplied battery charger flashes in either way: - and Canada Plug To the wall outlet (wall socket) Preparing the camera CHARGE lamp For customers in the U.S.A. Fast flashing: Turns the light on : Charging Light off: Normal charge completed One hour after the lamp is as...
... off repeatedly at the interval of the supplied battery charger flashes in either way: - and Canada Plug To the wall outlet (wall socket) Preparing the camera CHARGE lamp For customers in the U.S.A. Fast flashing: Turns the light on : Charging Light off: Normal charge completed One hour after the lamp is as...
Instruction Manual
Page 14
...the specified kind may leak, overheat, or explode if you leave the charged battery pack on standby. Power sources You can use your camera abroad - Check that the battery charger stops charging temporarily on the charger, battery life may cause a malfunction. 14 When the temperature ...operating temperature. When the CHARGE lamp flashes fast again, this may be performed successfully. If you attempt to 86°F). To use your camera. Batteries other than the specified type has been inserted. Note • Do not use an electronic transformer (travel converter), as this may...
...the specified kind may leak, overheat, or explode if you leave the charged battery pack on standby. Power sources You can use your camera abroad - Check that the battery charger stops charging temporarily on the charger, battery life may cause a malfunction. 14 When the temperature ...operating temperature. When the CHARGE lamp flashes fast again, this may be performed successfully. If you attempt to 86°F). To use your camera. Batteries other than the specified type has been inserted. Note • Do not use an electronic transformer (travel converter), as this may...
Instruction Manual
Page 15
To remove the battery pack Turn off the camera and slide the lock lever in the direction of the battery. 3 Close the battery cover. Be careful not to drop the battery pack. Lock lever Lock lever 15 Preparing the camera Inserting the charged battery pack 1 While sliding the battery cover open lever, open the battery cover. 2 Firmly insert the battery pack all the way while pressing the lock lever with the tip of the arrow.
To remove the battery pack Turn off the camera and slide the lock lever in the direction of the battery. 3 Close the battery cover. Be careful not to drop the battery pack. Lock lever Lock lever 15 Preparing the camera Inserting the charged battery pack 1 While sliding the battery cover open lever, open the battery cover. 2 Firmly insert the battery pack all the way while pressing the lock lever with the tip of the arrow.
Instruction Manual
Page 16
...resistant. • Do not leave the battery pack in cold places and the speed of the battery pack • Battery performance decreases in your camera. To check the remaining battery level Set the power switch to ON and check the level on and off frequently. Notes • The displayed ...battery pack can be used is shorter in extremely hot places, such as you use the flash frequently, use continuous shooting often, or turn the camera on the LCD monitor. Effective use it more and more pictures. Battery level High "Battery exhausted" Low You cannot shoot any more , and as...
...resistant. • Do not leave the battery pack in cold places and the speed of the battery pack • Battery performance decreases in your camera. To check the remaining battery level Set the power switch to ON and check the level on and off frequently. Notes • The displayed ...battery pack can be used is shorter in extremely hot places, such as you use the flash frequently, use continuous shooting often, or turn the camera on the LCD monitor. Effective use it more and more pictures. Battery level High "Battery exhausted" Low You cannot shoot any more , and as...
Instruction Manual
Page 17
Preparing the camera How to store the battery pack If the battery pack is not to be used for a long time, fully charge it and then fully use it up once a year on your camera before storing the battery pack in a dry, cool place to prolong the battery life. 17
Preparing the camera How to store the battery pack If the battery pack is not to be used for a long time, fully charge it and then fully use it up once a year on your camera before storing the battery pack in a dry, cool place to prolong the battery life. 17
Instruction Manual
Page 18
... Notes • A rear lens cap is not supplied with the DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM Lens Kit. Attaching a lens 1 Remove the body cap from the camera and the packaging lid from the rear of the lens. • When changing the lens, quickly change the lens away from dusty locations so as... to keep dust or debris from getting inside the camera. 2 Mount the lens by aligning the orange index marks on the lens and camera. 3 Turn the lens clockwise until it to the camera, purchase the Rear Lens Cap ALC-R55. • When attaching a lens, do not press...
... Notes • A rear lens cap is not supplied with the DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM Lens Kit. Attaching a lens 1 Remove the body cap from the camera and the packaging lid from the rear of the lens. • When changing the lens, quickly change the lens away from dusty locations so as... to keep dust or debris from getting inside the camera. 2 Mount the lens by aligning the orange index marks on the lens and camera. 3 Turn the lens clockwise until it to the camera, purchase the Rear Lens Cap ALC-R55. • When attaching a lens, do not press...
Instruction Manual
Page 19
... from them. • When you purchase the DT 18 - 55 mm F3.5 - 5.6 SAM Lens Kit, purchase the Rear Lens Cap ALC-R55 also. Preparing the camera To remove the lens 1 Press the lens release button all the way in and turn the lens counterclockwise until it may appear on the image... attaching/removing a lens. Setup menu 19 Lens release button Note on changing the lens When changing the lens, if dust or debris gets inside the camera and lands on the surface of the image sensor (the part that acts as the film), it stops. 2 Replace the packaging lid on the shooting...
... from them. • When you purchase the DT 18 - 55 mm F3.5 - 5.6 SAM Lens Kit, purchase the Rear Lens Cap ALC-R55 also. Preparing the camera To remove the lens 1 Press the lens release button all the way in and turn the lens counterclockwise until it may appear on the image... attaching/removing a lens. Setup menu 19 Lens release button Note on changing the lens When changing the lens, if dust or debris gets inside the camera and lands on the surface of the image sensor (the part that acts as the film), it stops. 2 Replace the packaging lid on the shooting...
Instruction Manual
Page 20
... and the SD memory card and SDHC memory card are referred to use using the memory card switch. 20 A MultiMediaCard cannot be used with this camera. Inserting a memory card Only "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media, "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media, SD memory cards and SDHC memory cards can be used...
... and the SD memory card and SDHC memory card are referred to use using the memory card switch. 20 A MultiMediaCard cannot be used with this camera. Inserting a memory card Only "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media, "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media, SD memory cards and SDHC memory cards can be used...
Instruction Manual
Page 21
... such as the hot interior of a memory card is set to the LOCK position, you handle it has been used for a long time. Preparing the camera 4 Close the memory card cover. Humid locations or locations with it in direct sunlight. - Locations exposed to water. • Do not touch the terminal section...
... such as the hot interior of a memory card is set to the LOCK position, you handle it has been used for a long time. Preparing the camera 4 Close the memory card cover. Humid locations or locations with it in direct sunlight. - Locations exposed to water. • Do not touch the terminal section...
Instruction Manual
Page 22
...Stick PRO-HG Duo" media* Available with your camera "Memory Stick Duo" media Unavailable with your camera "Memory Stick" media and "Memory Stick PRO" media Unavailable with your camera * This is copyright protection technology that can be used with this camera. * Supports high-speed data transfer using a...not attach a label on the combination of the memory cards and the equipment used with the camera The types of small children. However, proper operation cannot be performed with this camera. • Data read/write speeds differ depending on the memory cards themselves. • Do...
...Stick PRO-HG Duo" media* Available with your camera "Memory Stick Duo" media Unavailable with your camera "Memory Stick" media and "Memory Stick PRO" media Unavailable with your camera * This is copyright protection technology that can be used with this camera. * Supports high-speed data transfer using a...not attach a label on the combination of the memory cards and the equipment used with the camera The types of small children. However, proper operation cannot be performed with this camera. • Data read/write speeds differ depending on the memory cards themselves. • Do...
Instruction Manual
Page 23
... for the first time, the date/time setup screen appears. 1 Set the power switch to ON to turn the camera on. • To turn the camera off, set it to OFF. 2 Verify that [OK] is selected on the LCD monitor, then press the center of the control button. 3 Select each item ...
... for the first time, the date/time setup screen appears. 1 Set the power switch to ON to turn the camera on. • To turn the camera off, set it to OFF. 2 Verify that [OK] is selected on the LCD monitor, then press the center of the control button. 3 Select each item ...
Instruction Manual
Page 24
...; When attaching the FDA-M1AM Magnifier (sold separately) or the FDA-A1AM Angle Finder (sold separately) to adjust the diopter easily. when you to the camera, remove the eyecup as illustrated and attach them. 24 To set up the date/time again MENU button t 2 t [Date/Time setup] Adjusting the focus of... dial Put your eyesight until the indicators appear clearly in the viewfinder. • Turn the dial toward + when you are near-sighted. • Training the camera on a light allows you are farsighted, toward - To cancel the date/time setting operation Press the MENU button.
...; When attaching the FDA-M1AM Magnifier (sold separately) or the FDA-A1AM Angle Finder (sold separately) to adjust the diopter easily. when you to the camera, remove the eyecup as illustrated and attach them. 24 To set up the date/time again MENU button t 2 t [Date/Time setup] Adjusting the focus of... dial Put your eyesight until the indicators appear clearly in the viewfinder. • Turn the dial toward + when you are near-sighted. • Training the camera on a light allows you are farsighted, toward - To cancel the date/time setting operation Press the MENU button.
Instruction Manual
Page 25
Eyepiece cover 25 Preparing the camera Using the accessories supplied This section describes how to use the shoulder strap, the eyepiece cover, and eyecup. and Canada) (page 12) • USB cable (pages 122, 138) • CD-ROM (page 130) Attaching the shoulder strap Attach both ends of the strap onto the camera. • You can also attach the eyepiece cover (page 26) on the strap. The other accessories are described in the following pages. • Rechargeable battery pack (page 12) • Battery charger (page 12) • Power cord (mains lead) (not supplied in the U.S.A.
Eyepiece cover 25 Preparing the camera Using the accessories supplied This section describes how to use the shoulder strap, the eyepiece cover, and eyecup. and Canada) (page 12) • USB cable (pages 122, 138) • CD-ROM (page 130) Attaching the shoulder strap Attach both ends of the strap onto the camera. • You can also attach the eyepiece cover (page 26) on the strap. The other accessories are described in the following pages. • Rechargeable battery pack (page 12) • Battery charger (page 12) • Power cord (mains lead) (not supplied in the U.S.A.
Instruction Manual
Page 27
.... Replace the memory card with another one, or delete images in yellow, the memory card is displayed on a memory card formatted with this camera. The values may vary depending on a memory card The table shows the approximate number of recordable images) flashes in the current memory card (...102). • When "NO CARD" (the number of images that can be recorded (should you insert a memory card into the camera and set the power switch to shoot using Sony standard memory cards for testing. Insert a memory card. Notes • When "0" (the number of images that can be recorded on...
.... Replace the memory card with another one, or delete images in yellow, the memory card is displayed on a memory card formatted with this camera. The values may vary depending on a memory card The table shows the approximate number of recordable images) flashes in the current memory card (...102). • When "NO CARD" (the number of images that can be recorded (should you insert a memory card into the camera and set the power switch to shoot using Sony standard memory cards for testing. Insert a memory card. Notes • When "0" (the number of images that can be recorded on...