Operating Instructions
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Removing the floppy disk While sliding the EJECT lock to the recordable position for Memory Stick (not supplied), other than floppy disks mentioned above. ∗ "Memory Stick" and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. Usable floppy disks • Size: 3.5 inch • Type: 2HD • Capacity: 1.44 MB... • Format: MS-DOS format (512 bytes × 18 sectors) You can use the "Memory Stick"* (not supplied) with...
Removing the floppy disk While sliding the EJECT lock to the recordable position for Memory Stick (not supplied), other than floppy disks mentioned above. ∗ "Memory Stick" and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. Usable floppy disks • Size: 3.5 inch • Type: 2HD • Capacity: 1.44 MB... • Format: MS-DOS format (512 bytes × 18 sectors) You can use the "Memory Stick"* (not supplied) with...
Operating Instructions
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...; While the image is lit, do not turn off , or not remove the battery pack/floppy disk. Also, do not shake or strike the camera. Otherwise, an image data breakdown may occur and the floppy disk may change after the AE is locked, however, this lamp is being recorded on...button and then press the center z. Notes • When recording bright subjects, the color of the LCD screen may become unusable. • When using a "Memory Stick," writing and reading images take about twice times than using a floppy disk. And select [OK] with b/B on the control button, then press the ...
...; While the image is lit, do not turn off , or not remove the battery pack/floppy disk. Also, do not shake or strike the camera. Otherwise, an image data breakdown may occur and the floppy disk may change after the AE is locked, however, this lamp is being recorded on...button and then press the center z. Notes • When recording bright subjects, the color of the LCD screen may become unusable. • When using a "Memory Stick," writing and reading images take about twice times than using a floppy disk. And select [OK] with b/B on the control button, then press the ...
Operating Instructions
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...Explorer 4.0 or higher, Netscape Navigator, etc. Viewing images using a personal computer You can use the floppy disk recorded with this camera using the MSAC-FD2M Floppy Disk Adaptor for Memory Stick, the recommended OS is also necessary for Macintosh is Windows 98, Windows 95, Windows NT 4.0 or Mac OS 7.6 ... are installed on a personal computer. To display the image list, double-click [Mavica.htm] in the floppy disk used with this camera as a medium for recording if you can view data with your camera on a personal computer and attach it to also see the operation manuals for your...
...Explorer 4.0 or higher, Netscape Navigator, etc. Viewing images using a personal computer You can use the floppy disk recorded with this camera using the MSAC-FD2M Floppy Disk Adaptor for Memory Stick, the recommended OS is also necessary for Macintosh is Windows 98, Windows 95, Windows NT 4.0 or Mac OS 7.6 ... are installed on a personal computer. To display the image list, double-click [Mavica.htm] in the floppy disk used with this camera as a medium for recording if you can view data with your camera on a personal computer and attach it to also see the operation manuals for your...
Operating Instructions
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... MVC-sssf.411 MVC-sssf.MPG MVC-sssT.GIF MVC-sssE.JPG MVC-sssA.MPG Meaning • Still image file recorded normally • Still image file recorded in E-MAIL mode (page 36) • Still image file recorded in VOICE mode (page 36) • INDEX display file This file can only be played back on your camera... are as follows. Images in a floppy disk and ones in a "Memory Stick" have different file names.
... MVC-sssf.411 MVC-sssf.MPG MVC-sssT.GIF MVC-sssE.JPG MVC-sssA.MPG Meaning • Still image file recorded normally • Still image file recorded in E-MAIL mode (page 36) • Still image file recorded in VOICE mode (page 36) • INDEX display file This file can only be played back on your camera... are as follows. Images in a floppy disk and ones in a "Memory Stick" have different file names.
Operating Instructions
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When using "Memory Stick"s ssss stands for Memory Stick is [A].) Folder containing still image data Folder containing E-mail mode image data Folder containing moving image data Folder containing voice memo audio data B Playback ...
When using "Memory Stick"s ssss stands for Memory Stick is [A].) Folder containing still image data Folder containing E-mail mode image data Folder containing moving image data Folder containing voice memo audio data B Playback ...
Operating Instructions
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...The number of images or the time that you can record on the LCD screen and you use the "Memory Stick" (8 MB) (not supplied). ∗ When REC MODE is set to record 55 images or more... if the remaining disk capacity is recorded in the ratio of images or time* 1472×1104 Approx. 5 (25) (MVC-FD90 only) 1280×960 Approx. 6 (32) 1280 (3:2) Approx. 6 (32) 1024×768 Approx. 10 (52...you cannot record any more images. Note If you try to NORMAL. Still image sizes: 1472×1104 (MVC-FD90 only), 1280×960, 1280 (3:2)*, 1024×768, 640×480 ∗ The image is ...
...The number of images or the time that you can record on the LCD screen and you use the "Memory Stick" (8 MB) (not supplied). ∗ When REC MODE is set to record 55 images or more... if the remaining disk capacity is recorded in the ratio of images or time* 1472×1104 Approx. 5 (25) (MVC-FD90 only) 1280×960 Approx. 6 (32) 1280 (3:2) Approx. 6 (32) 1024×768 Approx. 10 (52...you cannot record any more images. Note If you try to NORMAL. Still image sizes: 1472×1104 (MVC-FD90 only), 1280×960, 1280 (3:2)*, 1024×768, 640×480 ∗ The image is ...
Operating Instructions
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... for five seconds. To return to STILL. 2 Select [FILE], [REC MODE], and then [VOICE] from the menu. 3 Record the image. If you use the "Memory Stick" (8 MB) (not supplied). To return to normal recording mode Select [NORMAL] in step 2. 36 Adding audio files to still images (VOICE) 3 1 2 1... image. The number of images that you can record on a floppy disk in E-MAIL mode Image size Number of images 1472×1104 Approx. 3 (21) (MVC-FD90 only) 1280×960 Approx. 4 (26) 1280 (3:2) Approx. 4 (26) 1024×768 Approx. 6 (37) 640×480 Approx. 12 (74) Numbers...
... for five seconds. To return to STILL. 2 Select [FILE], [REC MODE], and then [VOICE] from the menu. 3 Record the image. If you use the "Memory Stick" (8 MB) (not supplied). To return to normal recording mode Select [NORMAL] in step 2. 36 Adding audio files to still images (VOICE) 3 1 2 1... image. The number of images that you can record on a floppy disk in E-MAIL mode Image size Number of images 1472×1104 Approx. 3 (21) (MVC-FD90 only) 1280×960 Approx. 4 (26) 1280 (3:2) Approx. 4 (26) 1024×768 Approx. 6 (37) 640×480 Approx. 12 (74) Numbers...
Operating Instructions
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... in macro FOCUS AUTO/ MANUAL switch 1 2 1 Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE selector to normal recording mode MVC-FD85: Press FOCUS repeatedly until the (macro) indicator appears on the LCD screen. MVC-FD90: Press again. Note • You cannot record images in macro with the following PROGRAM AE modes: ...(44) 1024×768 Minimum 11 (61) 640×480 Minimum 28 (160) Numbers in parentheses indicate the number when you use the "Memory Stick" (8 MB) (not supplied). To return to MOVIE or STILL. 2 • MVC-FD85: Press FOCUS repeatedly until both the and 9 indicators disappear.
... in macro FOCUS AUTO/ MANUAL switch 1 2 1 Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE selector to normal recording mode MVC-FD85: Press FOCUS repeatedly until the (macro) indicator appears on the LCD screen. MVC-FD90: Press again. Note • You cannot record images in macro with the following PROGRAM AE modes: ...(44) 1024×768 Minimum 11 (61) 640×480 Minimum 28 (160) Numbers in parentheses indicate the number when you use the "Memory Stick" (8 MB) (not supplied). To return to MOVIE or STILL. 2 • MVC-FD85: Press FOCUS repeatedly until both the and 9 indicators disappear.
Operating Instructions
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...images to be copied to the floppy disk. To end copying, select [EXIT]. B Editing 49 The mark appears on the Floppy Disk Adaptor for Memory Stick • You cannot select [ALL] when copying images in step 5, select [CONTINUE] and repeat steps 4 and 5 above. To continue ... 5 2, 3 1 Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE selector to PLAY, then display the INDEX screen. 2 Select [TOOL], [COPY], and then [ALL] or [SELECT] from a "Memory Stick" to a floppy disk, the file information (Exif tag) is completed, "COMPLETE" appears. Note If you eject and insert the floppy disk without selecting [EXIT...
...images to be copied to the floppy disk. To end copying, select [EXIT]. B Editing 49 The mark appears on the Floppy Disk Adaptor for Memory Stick • You cannot select [ALL] when copying images in step 5, select [CONTINUE] and repeat steps 4 and 5 above. To continue ... 5 2, 3 1 Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE selector to PLAY, then display the INDEX screen. 2 Select [TOOL], [COPY], and then [ALL] or [SELECT] from a "Memory Stick" to a floppy disk, the file information (Exif tag) is completed, "COMPLETE" appears. Note If you eject and insert the floppy disk without selecting [EXIT...
Operating Instructions
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Copying all information saved on the Floppy Disk Adaptor for Memory Stick You cannot do DISK COPY between "Memory Stick"s and floppy disks. 1 Insert the floppy disk to be replaced by newly written data including the protected image data. Notes • With... select [EXIT]. 50 "DISK ACCESS" appears. 3 When "CHANGE FLOPPY DISK" is completed, "COMPLETE" appears. "RECORDING" appears. Note If you have recorded with your camera but also various files you eject and insert the floppy disk without selecting [EXIT] after "COMPLETE" appears, DISK COPY will be copied. 2 Select [FILE], [DISK...
Copying all information saved on the Floppy Disk Adaptor for Memory Stick You cannot do DISK COPY between "Memory Stick"s and floppy disks. 1 Insert the floppy disk to be replaced by newly written data including the protected image data. Notes • With... select [EXIT]. 50 "DISK ACCESS" appears. 3 When "CHANGE FLOPPY DISK" is completed, "COMPLETE" appears. "RECORDING" appears. Note If you have recorded with your camera but also various files you eject and insert the floppy disk without selecting [EXIT] after "COMPLETE" appears, DISK COPY will be copied. 2 Select [FILE], [DISK...
Operating Instructions
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... contents of the floppy disk before formatting. Note Even if images are protected, these images will be deleted. 1 2 1 Insert the floppy disk you can format "Memory Stick"s. 52 Format When you format a floppy disk, all data stored on the floppy disk will be deleted. Notes • When you format the disk... sure to use a fully charged battery pack or the AC power adaptor as the power source. • If you use the Floppy Disk Adaptor for Memory Stick, you want to format. 2 Select [FILE], [DISK TOOL], [FORMAT], and then [OK] from the menu.
... contents of the floppy disk before formatting. Note Even if images are protected, these images will be deleted. 1 2 1 Insert the floppy disk you can format "Memory Stick"s. 52 Format When you format a floppy disk, all data stored on the floppy disk will be deleted. Notes • When you format the disk... sure to use a fully charged battery pack or the AC power adaptor as the power source. • If you use the Floppy Disk Adaptor for Memory Stick, you want to format. 2 Select [FILE], [DISK TOOL], [FORMAT], and then [OK] from the menu.
Operating Instructions
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... one of the battery remaining time is set the flash to . Additional information 57 Digital zoom does not function. The read/write time is not a malfunction. • The date and time are using the camera for Memory Stick, writing and reading images take about one (page 8). • The battery ...level is dead. Cause and/or Solution • The flash is called the smear phenomenon. t Set the flash to (no indication), , or (page 19). • The camera is set to ...
... one of the battery remaining time is set the flash to . Additional information 57 Digital zoom does not function. The read/write time is not a malfunction. • The date and time are using the camera for Memory Stick, writing and reading images take about one (page 8). • The battery ...level is dead. Cause and/or Solution • The flash is called the smear phenomenon. t Set the flash to (no indication), , or (page 19). • The camera is set to ...
Operating Instructions
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... COULDN'T RECORD Meaning There is too low to shoot. The disk is protected. The battery is protected. The remaining capacity of this camera. • You cannot do DISK COPY between a "Memory Stick" and a floppy disk. • You select [ALL] from [COPY] when copying images in the following list. No disk has been...
... COULDN'T RECORD Meaning There is too low to shoot. The disk is protected. The battery is protected. The remaining capacity of this camera. • You cannot do DISK COPY between a "Memory Stick" and a floppy disk. • You select [ALL] from [COPY] when copying images in the following list. No disk has been...
Operating Instructions
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Message INVALID OPERATION DISK ERROR Meaning The battery level of the Floppy Disk Adaptor for Memory Stick is too low to do some operations. • The battery level of the Floppy Disk Adaptor for Memory Stick is too low to operate. • Trouble has occurred on the Floppy Disk Adaptor for Memory Stick. 60
Message INVALID OPERATION DISK ERROR Meaning The battery level of the Floppy Disk Adaptor for Memory Stick is too low to do some operations. • The battery level of the Floppy Disk Adaptor for Memory Stick is too low to operate. • Trouble has occurred on the Floppy Disk Adaptor for Memory Stick. 60
Operating Instructions
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.... • E: ss: ss Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. t Replace the battery with a combination of a letter and four digits of the camera's current condition. Additional information 61 The last two digits (indicated by ss) will differ depending on the state of the Floppy Disk Adaptor for Memory Stick is inserted. This function...
.... • E: ss: ss Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. t Replace the battery with a combination of a letter and four digits of the camera's current condition. Additional information 61 The last two digits (indicated by ss) will differ depending on the state of the Floppy Disk Adaptor for Memory Stick is inserted. This function...
Operating Instructions
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... 5/8 - 13 inches) when converted into a 35 mm still camera) MVC-FD85: F = 2.8 - 2.9 MVC-FD90: F = 2.8 - 3.0 Exposure control Automatic exposure White balance Automatic, Indoor, Outdoor, Hold Data compression system Movie: MPEG1 Still: Floppy disk: JPEG (JFIF) "Memory Stick": JPEG (Exif2.1) GIF (in TEXT mode) Audio (with ...Sony battery pack NP-F330 (supplied)/F550 Power requirements 8.4 V Power consumption (During shooting) 3.3 W Operation temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Storage temperature -20°C to +60°C (-4°F to +140°F) Maximum dimensions MVC-FD85...
... 5/8 - 13 inches) when converted into a 35 mm still camera) MVC-FD85: F = 2.8 - 2.9 MVC-FD90: F = 2.8 - 3.0 Exposure control Automatic exposure White balance Automatic, Indoor, Outdoor, Hold Data compression system Movie: MPEG1 Still: Floppy disk: JPEG (JFIF) "Memory Stick": JPEG (Exif2.1) GIF (in TEXT mode) Audio (with ...Sony battery pack NP-F330 (supplied)/F550 Power requirements 8.4 V Power consumption (During shooting) 3.3 W Operation temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Storage temperature -20°C to +60°C (-4°F to +140°F) Maximum dimensions MVC-FD85...