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...DSLR-A330/A380 Serial No WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not allow metal objects to come into contact with the battery terminals. • Do not expose to high temperature above 60°C (140°F) such as hammering, dropping or stepping on the bottom. Caution Battery pack If the battery..., use an attachment plug adaptor of in fire. • Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries. • Be sure to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that can burst, cause a fire or even chemical burns. Observe the following cautions....
...DSLR-A330/A380 Serial No WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not allow metal objects to come into contact with the battery terminals. • Do not expose to high temperature above 60°C (140°F) such as hammering, dropping or stepping on the bottom. Caution Battery pack If the battery..., use an attachment plug adaptor of in fire. • Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries. • Be sure to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that can burst, cause a fire or even chemical burns. Observe the following cautions....
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...regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call : Sony Customer Information Services Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) The number below is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this product, you may cause undesired operation. Battery charger Even if the ... from the wall outlet (wall socket). For Customers in the U.S.A. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. UL is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket). Battery pack This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules, Operation is for the...
...regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call : Sony Customer Information Services Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) The number below is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this product, you may cause undesired operation. Battery charger Even if the ... from the wall outlet (wall socket). For Customers in the U.S.A. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. UL is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket). Battery pack This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules, Operation is for the...
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...For more detailed information about recycling of this product or battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your nearest Sony service station. 6 Should the fuse in the plug... supplied need to be replaced, a fuse of the same rating as the supplied one and approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362, (i.e., marked with this battery... potentially negative consequences for customers in the United Kingdom A moulded plug complying with an incorporated battery, this product shall not be treated as household waste. If the plug supplied with this ...
...For more detailed information about recycling of this product or battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your nearest Sony service station. 6 Should the fuse in the plug... supplied need to be replaced, a fuse of the same rating as the supplied one and approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362, (i.e., marked with this battery... potentially negative consequences for customers in the United Kingdom A moulded plug complying with an incorporated battery, this product shall not be treated as household waste. If the plug supplied with this ...
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On the data specifications described in this Instruction Manual The data on performance and specifications is defined under the following conditions, except as described in this Instruction Manual: at an ordinary ambient temperature of 25ºC (77°F), and using a fully charged battery pack. 8
On the data specifications described in this Instruction Manual The data on performance and specifications is defined under the following conditions, except as described in this Instruction Manual: at an ordinary ambient temperature of 25ºC (77°F), and using a fully charged battery pack. 8
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Table of Contents Preparing the camera Before your operation Shooting images Notes on using your camera 7 Checking the accessories supplied 13 Preparing the battery pack 14 Attaching a lens 20 Inserting a memory card 22 Preparing the camera 25 Using the accessories supplied 27 Checking the number of recordable images 29 ...
Table of Contents Preparing the camera Before your operation Shooting images Notes on using your camera 7 Checking the accessories supplied 13 Preparing the battery pack 14 Attaching a lens 20 Inserting a memory card 22 Preparing the camera 25 Using the accessories supplied 27 Checking the number of recordable images 29 ...
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... NPFH50 (1) • Eyecup (1) (Attached on the camera) • Power cord (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) ...
... NPFH50 (1) • Eyecup (1) (Attached on the camera) • Power cord (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) ...
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Preparing the battery pack When using the camera for the first time, be charged even when it clicks. 14 Push the battery pack until it has not been fully depleted. Charging the battery pack The "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack can also be used when it has not been fully charged. 1 Insert the battery pack on the battery charger. 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 clicks. 14 Push the battery pack until it has not been fully depleted. Charging the battery pack The "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack can also be used when it has not been fully charged. 1 Insert the battery pack on the battery charger. It can be sure to charge the NP-FH50 "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (supplied).
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...Approx. 265 min. Slow flashing: Turns the light on and off repeatedly at a temperature of 1.5 seconds. 15 2 Connect the battery charger to charge a fully depleted battery pack (supplied) at the interval of 25°C (77°F) is turned off : Normal charge completed One hour after the... lead) CHARGE lamp About charging time • Time required to the wall outlet (wall socket). Light on the remaining capacity of the supplied battery charger flashes in either way: - Approx. 205 min. • The charging time differs depending on : Charging Light off : Full charge completed...
...Approx. 265 min. Slow flashing: Turns the light on and off repeatedly at a temperature of 1.5 seconds. 15 2 Connect the battery charger to charge a fully depleted battery pack (supplied) at the interval of 25°C (77°F) is turned off : Normal charge completed One hour after the... lead) CHARGE lamp About charging time • Time required to the wall outlet (wall socket). Light on the remaining capacity of the supplied battery charger flashes in either way: - Approx. 205 min. • The charging time differs depending on : Charging Light off : Full charge completed...
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... been inserted. To use an electronic transformer (travel converter), as this may leak, overheat, or explode if you leave the charged battery pack on standby. When the CHARGE lamp flashes fast again, this may have occurred. • When the CHARGE lamp flashes slowly,... outlet (wall socket). • When charging is dirty, charging may be performed successfully. If the battery charger operates correctly, a battery error may cause a malfunction. 16 The battery charger stops charging and enters the standby status automatically when the temperature is the specified type. We recommend...
... been inserted. To use an electronic transformer (travel converter), as this may leak, overheat, or explode if you leave the charged battery pack on standby. When the CHARGE lamp flashes fast again, this may have occurred. • When the CHARGE lamp flashes slowly,... outlet (wall socket). • When charging is dirty, charging may be performed successfully. If the battery charger operates correctly, a battery error may cause a malfunction. 16 The battery charger stops charging and enters the standby status automatically when the temperature is the specified type. We recommend...
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Lock lever Lock lever 17 Preparing the camera 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. 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.
Lock lever Lock lever 17 Preparing the camera 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. 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.
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... under certain circumstances. • Do not expose the battery pack to water. Battery life • The battery life is an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack? Effective use continuous shooting often, or turn the camera on the LCD monitor. Buy a new battery pack. 18 Note that has functions for exchanging information...level may not be used with your camera. We recommend that in cold places and the speed of continuous shooting slows down. Battery level High "Battery exhausted" Low You cannot shoot any more , and as you use it in a pocket close to your camera immediately before...
... under certain circumstances. • Do not expose the battery pack to water. Battery life • The battery life is an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack? Effective use continuous shooting often, or turn the camera on the LCD monitor. Buy a new battery pack. 18 Note that has functions for exchanging information...level may not be used with your camera. We recommend that in cold places and the speed of continuous shooting slows down. Battery level High "Battery exhausted" Low You cannot shoot any more , and as you use it in a pocket close to your camera immediately before...
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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 how it is stored and the operating conditions and environment in which each battery pack is used. Preparing the camera • The battery life varies according to prolong the battery life. 19
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 how it is stored and the operating conditions and environment in which each battery pack is used. Preparing the camera • The battery life varies according to prolong the battery life. 19
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... is set to direct sunlight. - To remove the memory card Check that the access lamp is lit, do not remove the memory card or the battery pack, or turn off the power.
... is set to direct sunlight. - To remove the memory card Check that the access lamp is lit, do not remove the memory card or the battery pack, or turn off the power.
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and Canada) (page 14) • USB cable (pages 132, 148) • CD-ROM (page 140) Attaching the shoulder strap Attach both ends of the strap onto the camera. • You can also attach the eyepiece cover (page 28) on the strap. The other accessories are described in the following pages. • Rechargeable battery pack (page 14) • Battery charger (page 14) • Power cord (mains lead) (not supplied in the U.S.A. Eyepiece cover 27 Preparing the camera Using the accessories supplied This section describes how to use the shoulder strap, the eyepiece cover, and eyecup.
and Canada) (page 14) • USB cable (pages 132, 148) • CD-ROM (page 140) Attaching the shoulder strap Attach both ends of the strap onto the camera. • You can also attach the eyepiece cover (page 28) on the strap. The other accessories are described in the following pages. • Rechargeable battery pack (page 14) • Battery charger (page 14) • Power cord (mains lead) (not supplied in the U.S.A. Eyepiece cover 27 Preparing the camera Using the accessories supplied This section describes how to use the shoulder strap, the eyepiece cover, and eyecup.
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...: Camera & Imaging Products Association) 31 Note that can be recorded using a battery pack The approximate number of use the camera with a battery pack at full capacity. Live View mode DSLR-A380 Approx. 230 images DSLR-A330 Approx. 230 images Viewfinder mode Approx. 500 images Approx. 510 images •...- At an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). - [Quality] is set to [Fine]. - [Autofocus mode] is calculated with the battery pack (supplied) at full capacity and in the following situation: - The power turns on and off once every ten times. • The measurement...
...: Camera & Imaging Products Association) 31 Note that can be recorded using a battery pack The approximate number of use the camera with a battery pack at full capacity. Live View mode DSLR-A380 Approx. 230 images DSLR-A330 Approx. 230 images Viewfinder mode Approx. 500 images Approx. 510 images •...- At an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). - [Quality] is set to [Fine]. - [Autofocus mode] is calculated with the battery pack (supplied) at full capacity and in the following situation: - The power turns on and off once every ten times. • The measurement...
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... [Cleaning mode] with v on the image sensor, use a spray blower because it may scatter water droplets inside the camera body. 1 Confirm that the battery is dust on the control button, and press the center of the control button. The message "After cleaning, turn camera off. The cleaning should be... performed only when the battery level is lifted. 33 Preparing the camera Cleaning the image sensor If dust or debris enters the camera and lands on the image sensor (...
... [Cleaning mode] with v on the image sensor, use a spray blower because it may scatter water droplets inside the camera body. 1 Confirm that the battery is dust on the control button, and press the center of the control button. The message "After cleaning, turn camera off. The cleaning should be... performed only when the battery level is lifted. 33 Preparing the camera Cleaning the image sensor If dust or debris enters the camera and lands on the image sensor (...
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Stop cleaning immediately and turn the camera off . 34 5 Detach the lens (page 21). 6 Use the blower to prevent the dust from resettling in the camera. • When cleaning the image sensor, do not put the tip of the blower. Complete the cleaning quickly. • Hold the camera's face downward to clean the image sensor surface and the surrounding area. • Do not touch the image sensor with the tip of a blower into the cavity beyond the mount. 7 Attach the lens and turn the camera off . Note • The camera starts beeping if the battery pack becomes low during cleaning.
Stop cleaning immediately and turn the camera off . 34 5 Detach the lens (page 21). 6 Use the blower to prevent the dust from resettling in the camera. • When cleaning the image sensor, do not put the tip of the blower. Complete the cleaning quickly. • Hold the camera's face downward to clean the image sensor surface and the surrounding area. • Do not touch the image sensor with the tip of a blower into the cavity beyond the mount. 7 Attach the lens and turn the camera off . Note • The camera starts beeping if the battery pack becomes low during cleaning.
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J Battery cover (17) K Tripod receptacle • Use a tripod with a screw length of the AC Adaptor to tripods having screws longer than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). Sides/Bottom ...
J Battery cover (17) K Tripod receptacle • Use a tripod with a screw length of the AC Adaptor to tripods having screws longer than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). Sides/Bottom ...
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A Display ×1.4 Indication Remaining battery (18) Smart teleconverter (82) Image quality (119) Image size (118)/Aspect ratio (118) Memory card (22) 100 Remaining number of recordable images (29) White balance (...
A Display ×1.4 Indication Remaining battery (18) Smart teleconverter (82) Image quality (119) Image size (118)/Aspect ratio (118) Memory card (22) 100 Remaining number of recordable images (29) White balance (...
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... continues. 2 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject. • When you cannot shoot continuously. • The speed of continuous shooting may be slower when the battery level is currently selected. • Select to prevent failure because the camera continuously shoots either three or five images after a 10 second pause. 1 on the...
... continues. 2 Adjust the focus and shoot the subject. • When you cannot shoot continuously. • The speed of continuous shooting may be slower when the battery level is currently selected. • Select to prevent failure because the camera continuously shoots either three or five images after a 10 second pause. 1 on the...