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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. 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
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...fire or even chemical burns. Refer to any shock or force such as in direct sunlight or in a car parked in the space provided below. DSLR-A230 Serial No WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not allow metal objects to come into contact with the battery terminals. • Do... cautions. • Do not disassemble. • Do not crush and do not expose the battery pack to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Record the serial number in the sun. • Do not incinerate or dispose of the proper configuration for the power outlet....
...fire or even chemical burns. Refer to any shock or force such as in direct sunlight or in a car parked in the space provided below. DSLR-A230 Serial No WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not allow metal objects to come into contact with the battery terminals. • Do... cautions. • Do not disassemble. • Do not crush and do not expose the battery pack to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Record the serial number in the sun. • Do not incinerate or dispose of the proper configuration for the power outlet....
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... pack promptly described the instructions. For Customers in the U.S.A. CAUTION You are recyclable. For Customers in the U.S.A. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. If you have any questions about this device must accept any interference received, ...it is not disconnected from the wall outlet (wall socket). For more information regarding recycling of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSLR-A230 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. This product has received UL Listing. Battery charger Even if the CHARGE lamp is not lit, the...
... pack promptly described the instructions. For Customers in the U.S.A. CAUTION You are recyclable. For Customers in the U.S.A. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. If you have any questions about this device must accept any interference received, ...it is not disconnected from the wall outlet (wall socket). For more information regarding recycling of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSLR-A230 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. This product has received UL Listing. Battery charger Even if the CHARGE lamp is not lit, the...
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...used in accordance with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for the customers in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to discontinue midway (fail), restart the application or disconnect and connect the communication cable (USB, etc.) again. 4 The... different from that interference will not occur in Europe Notice for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet). However, there is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. If this unit. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for EMC...
...used in accordance with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for the customers in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to discontinue midway (fail), restart the application or disconnect and connect the communication cable (USB, etc.) again. 4 The... different from that interference will not occur in Europe Notice for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet). However, there is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. If this unit. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for EMC...
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The recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources. To ensure that for the recycling of waste batteries. For all other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that the battery provided with this product. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by...
The recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources. To ensure that for the recycling of waste batteries. For all other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that the battery provided with this product. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by...
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... after you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your safety and convenience. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. Notice for your nearest Sony service station. 6 Should the fuse in the United Kingdom A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is fitted to this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be...
... after you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your safety and convenience. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. Notice for your nearest Sony service station. 6 Should the fuse in the United Kingdom A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is fitted to this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be...
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...fully charged battery pack. If sunlight is defined under direct sunlight, attach the lens cap. • Images may be copyrighted. When turning on the camera in a cold location, the LCD monitor may cause a fire. Warning on copyright Television programs, films, videotapes, and other medium. The pictures ... technology so over 99.99% of such materials may be contrary to other materials may cause a malfunction. 7 Notes on using your camera or a memory card, etc. Unauthorized recording of the pixels are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the images in color...
...fully charged battery pack. If sunlight is defined under direct sunlight, attach the lens cap. • Images may be copyrighted. When turning on the camera in a cold location, the LCD monitor may cause a fire. Warning on copyright Television programs, films, videotapes, and other medium. The pictures ... technology so over 99.99% of such materials may be contrary to other materials may cause a malfunction. 7 Notes on using your camera or a memory card, etc. Unauthorized recording of the pixels are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the images in color...
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... 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 ...
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Shooting an image the way you want it (Exposure mode 58 Shooting with program auto 60 Shooting by controlling the blur of the background (Aperture priority 61 Shooting a moving subject with various expressions (Shutter speed priority 63 Shooting with the exposure adjusted manually (Manual exposure 65 Shooting trails with long exposure (BULB 67 Using the Selecting the focus method 69 shooting function Using autofocus 69 Shooting with your desired composition (Focus-lock) 71 Selecting the focus method to suit the movement of the subject (Autofocus mode 72 Selecting the ...
Shooting an image the way you want it (Exposure mode 58 Shooting with program auto 60 Shooting by controlling the blur of the background (Aperture priority 61 Shooting a moving subject with various expressions (Shutter speed priority 63 Shooting with the exposure adjusted manually (Manual exposure 65 Shooting trails with long exposure (BULB 67 Using the Selecting the focus method 69 shooting function Using autofocus 69 Shooting with your desired composition (Focus-lock) 71 Selecting the focus method to suit the movement of the subject (Autofocus mode 72 Selecting the ...
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... 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
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... accessories supplied The number 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 and Canada...
... accessories supplied The number 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 and Canada...
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Charging the battery pack The "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack can also be used when it clicks. 12 Preparing the battery pack When using the camera for the first time, be charged even when it has not been fully depleted. It can be sure to charge the NP-FH50 "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (supplied). 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 Preparing the battery pack When using the camera for the first time, be charged even when it has not been fully depleted. It can be sure to charge the NP-FH50 "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (supplied). Push the battery pack until it has not been fully charged. 1 Insert the battery pack on the battery charger.
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... remaining capacity of the supplied battery charger flashes in countries/regions other than the U.S.A. and Canada Plug To the wall outlet (wall socket) Preparing the camera CHARGE lamp For customers in either way: - When the CHARGE lamp flashes • The CHARGE lamp of the battery back or charging conditions.
... remaining capacity of the supplied battery charger flashes in countries/regions other than the U.S.A. and Canada Plug To the wall outlet (wall socket) Preparing the camera CHARGE lamp For customers in either way: - When the CHARGE lamp flashes • The CHARGE lamp of the battery back or charging conditions.
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...not charge any country or region where the power supply is outside of the recommended operating temperature. Power sources You can use your camera and the battery charger and the AC-PW10AM AC Adaptor (sold separately) in an ambient temperature of injury from the battery charger.... check if the battery charger operates correctly. Batteries other than the "InfoLITHIUM" H series battery pack in the battery charger (supplied) with your camera abroad - If the battery charger operates correctly, a battery error may be performed successfully. If you attempt to charge them, posing a risk ...
...not charge any country or region where the power supply is outside of the recommended operating temperature. Power sources You can use your camera and the battery charger and the AC-PW10AM AC Adaptor (sold separately) in an ambient temperature of injury from the battery charger.... check if the battery charger operates correctly. Batteries other than the "InfoLITHIUM" H series battery pack in the battery charger (supplied) with your camera abroad - If the battery charger operates correctly, a battery error may be performed successfully. If you attempt to charge them, posing a risk ...
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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. 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.
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... to warm it up, and insert it more and more pictures. If the battery operating time seems shortened considerably, a probable cause is used with your camera immediately before you start shooting. • The battery pack will run out quickly if you use of its life. An "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack is not... water-resistant. • Do not leave the battery pack in your camera. The battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that the NP-FH30 and NP-FH40 cannot be used . 16 We recommend that the battery pack...
... to warm it up, and insert it more and more pictures. If the battery operating time seems shortened considerably, a probable cause is used with your camera immediately before you start shooting. • The battery pack will run out quickly if you use of its life. An "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack is not... water-resistant. • Do not leave the battery pack in your camera. The battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that the NP-FH30 and NP-FH40 cannot be used . 16 We recommend that the battery pack...
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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
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When you store the lens without attaching it to keep dust or debris from dusty locations so as to the camera, purchase the Rear Lens Cap ALC-R55. • When attaching a lens, do not press the lens release button. • Do not use force when attaching a ... 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 getting inside the...
When you store the lens without attaching it to keep dust or debris from dusty locations so as to the camera, purchase the Rear Lens Cap ALC-R55. • When attaching a lens, do not press the lens release button. • Do not use force when attaching a ... 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 getting inside the...
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... remove the lens 1 Press the lens release button all the way in the (page 30). The camera is equipped with an anti-dust function to the camera. • Before you attach them, remove dust from them. • When you purchase the DT 18 - 55 mm F3.5 - 5.6 SAM Lens Kit, purchase the Rear... from landing on the shooting environment. 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 lens...
... remove the lens 1 Press the lens release button all the way in the (page 30). The camera is equipped with an anti-dust function to the camera. • Before you attach them, remove dust from them. • When you purchase the DT 18 - 55 mm F3.5 - 5.6 SAM Lens Kit, purchase the Rear... from landing on the shooting environment. 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 lens...
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... card Only "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media, "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media, SD memory cards and SDHC memory cards can be used with this camera. Face side (SD memory card) Terminal part Face side ("Memory Stick PRO Duo") Terminal part 3 Select the type of memory card you want to as... the "SD memory card" in this camera. A MultiMediaCard cannot be used with this Instruction Manual. 1 Open the memory card cover. 2 Insert "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media or an SD memory card. •...
... card Only "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media, "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media, SD memory cards and SDHC memory cards can be used with this camera. Face side (SD memory card) Terminal part Face side ("Memory Stick PRO Duo") Terminal part 3 Select the type of memory card you want to as... the "SD memory card" in this camera. A MultiMediaCard cannot be used with this Instruction Manual. 1 Open the memory card cover. 2 Insert "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media or an SD memory card. •...