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α Handbook - Page 21

... sound volume of the image right after shooting. Provides pre-flash before shooting when using the flash, to play back. Displays the histogram of flash light. Enlarges the image. Index Setup Allows you to make more detailed shooting settings, or change the camera settings. Turns on the playback screen. Selects a still image or movie to the ambient...
α Handbook - Page 69

...) (Flash) (C.Temp./Filter) Adjusts the white balance depending on the light source (color temperature). Weather/ lighting Characteristics of the subject is affected by [Custom Setup]. (Custom Setup) Memorizes the basic white color (Custom white balance). Table of contents Sample photo Menu search search White Balance Adjusts the color tones according to suit a specific light...
α Handbook - Page 93

Index 93GB Notes • Adobe RGB is called "color space." When a large part of the subject is vivid green or red, Adobe RGB is the standard color space of the digital camera. Use sRGB in or print images that do not support them may result in normal shooting, such as when you intend to...
α Handbook - Page 122

...manual supplied with the Eye-Fi card. 2 Insert the Eye-Fi card you use the upload function when using an Eye-Fi card 1 Set your computer before formatting the card. • Use an Eye-Fi card after updating the firmware... is set up into the camera, and shoot still images. Notes • When you have this function. 1 [Menu] t [Setup] t [Upload Settings] t desired setting. Error Off Disables...
α Handbook - Page 128

...computer. Click [Start] t [All Programs] t [Sony Image Data Suite] t [Help] t [Image Data Converter SR Ver.3]. Follow the instructions on your Macintosh computer, and insert the CD-ROM...the installation. "Image Data Converter SR" support page (English only) http://www.sony.co.jp/ids-se/ 128GB Continued r Table of contents Sample photo Menu search search Index Installing the software (...
α Handbook - Page 137

... of time, the camera turns to power saving mode. Cannot turn on the power. 3 Reset the settings (page 114). 4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Install a charged battery pack. • The battery pack is flashing fast, remove the battery pack and reattach the same battery pack securely. Install a charged battery pack. • The battery pack is NP-FW50...
α Handbook - Page 144

...this movie format. • Set [File Format] to mark RAW images with a DPOF mark. If the message appears frequently, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. • The number .... Select [Setup] t [Recover Image DB] t [OK]. Camera Error System Error • Turn the power off, remove the battery pack, then re-insert it to cool. • The camera has become hot...
α Handbook - Page 153

... drive, flash memory, memory card, etc. The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format is adopted to compress video data, and the Dolby Digital or Linear PCM system is used to record a high definition (HD) signal of either the 1080i specification*1 or the 720p specification*2 using efficient data compression coding technology. Recording and playback on your camera Based...
α Handbook - Page 155

...45 Aperture 51 Aperture Priority 51 Area Setting 102 Aspect Ratio 65 Auto HDR 74 Auto Review 89 Autoflash 31 Autofocus 53 Autofocus ...Date/Time Setup 101 Daylight Svg 101 Defocusing the background 24 Delete 28, 76 Demo Mode 113 Direct Manual Focus ... Format 67 File Number 116 Fill-flash 31 Flash 31 Flash Compensation 72 Flash Mode 31 Flash Off 31 Flexible Spot 55 Folder Name ...
Instruction Manual - Page 10

Application Software for Flash (1)/Extender case (1) • Flash (1)/Flash case (1) GB 10 • Body cap (1) (attached to the camera) Preparing the camera Preparing the camera Checking the accessories supplied First check the model name of pieces. The number in the U.S.A. The accessories supplied differ depending on the model. x Common accessoriesBattery charger BC-VW1 (1)...
Instruction Manual - Page 54

... the range of the LCD monitor. (Auto/Manual/Sunny Weather) Auto Review Grid Line Histogram MF Assist Color Space SteadyShot Release w/oLens Long Exposure NR High ISO NR Movie Audio Rec Main Settings Beep Language Date/Time Setup Area Setting Help Guide Display Power Save LCD Brightness GB 54 Sets the display time of the image right...
Instruction Manual - Page 60

... edit images recorded in the copy-to folder. • Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation. What you can do with the supplied software x "PMB" With "PMB" you can display and compare RAW/JPEG GB 60 images recorded with this camera. To start menu, click [Start] t [All Programs] t [PMB] t [PMB Help...
Instruction Manual - Page 69

Replace it with a new one minute, re- Install a charged battery pack (page 16). • The battery pack is dead. Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with a new one. Install a charged battery pack (page 16). • The battery pack is dead. insert the battery pack, then turn on the power. 3 Reset the settings (page 55). Battery pack and power The battery pack cannot be ...
New functions provided by firmware update 03 - Page 5

... the display until the camera is maintained With [MF Assist], previously, the image was enlarged from the position in focus in manual focus mode. Enlarges the image for 5 seconds. However, the upgraded firmware maintains the position from which the image is to be enlarged until [Exit] is to be only 2 settings, [On] (2 seconds) and [Off...
New functions provided by firmware update 03 - Page 6

...start recording movies, the camera used to adjust the...setting is maintained in movie recording mode If you turn counterclockwise or press the top of the control wheel when the first item of the list, your selection moves to the first item. F-value Note • You cannot adjust the aperture during movie recording. 6GB Continued r Other improvements in operation The upgraded firmware...

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