Page 2: How To Use This Handbook
How to use this handbook Click on a button at upper right to jump to the corresponding page. Search for information by function. Search for information by operation. Search for information in a listing of HOME/MENU items. Search for information by keyword. Marks and notations used in this handbook In this handbook, the sequence of operations is shown by arrows (t).
Page 3: Notes On Using The Camera
Notes on using the camera Notes on the types of “Memory Stick” that you can use (not supplied) “Memory Stick Duo”: You can use a “Memory Stick Duo” with the camera. “Memory Stick”: You cannot use a “Memory Stick” with the camera. Other memory cards cannot be used.
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Notes on using the camera How to use this handbook····································· 2 Notes on using the camera ··································· 3 Operation Search ·················································· 8 HOME/MENU Search ········································· 11 Using the touch panel ········································· 15 Changing the DISP (screen display) setting ······· 16 Album/Photo Library Function ·······························...
Page 5 Viewing Viewing still images············································· 37 Image Index ························································ 38 Slideshow···························································· 39 Delete·································································· 42 Wide Zoom·························································· 43 Temporarily Rotated Display······························· 44 Viewing movies ··················································· 45 Scrapbook ··························································· 46 HOME HOME items························································ 11 MENU (Shooting) MENU items (Shooting) ······································ 13 MENU (Viewing) MENU items (Viewing) ········································...
Page 6 Viewing images on a TV ··································· 128 Computer Enjoying your Windows computer····················· 131 Installing the software (supplied)······················· 133 On “PMB (Picture Motion Browser)” (supplied) ····134 Enjoying images on your computer··················· 135 Uploading images to a media service ··············· 139 Using the “Music Transfer” (supplied) ··············· 141 Using your Macintosh computer························...
Page 7 Index Index ································································· 174...
Page 8: Operation Search
Operation Search Leaving the settings to the camera Shooting portraits Shooting food arrangements Shooting close to objects Shooting moving objects Shooting without blur Shooting with backlight Shooting in dark places Auto Adjustment ·················································· 20 Scene Selection ··················································· 21 Scene Recognition ··············································...
Page 9: Adjusting Exposure
Adjusting exposure Changing focus position Deleting images Displaying enlarged images Displaying full-screen images Editing images Playing back a series of images in order Initializing settings Printing images Using Wireless LAN networks Viewing on TVs Histogram ······························································ 17 ······································································ 35, 85 Using the touch panel ········································...
Page 10 Information about optional accessories “Cyber-shot Step-up Guide” Cyber-shot Station ············································ 172 ··························· 145...
Page 11: Home/Menu Search
HOME/MENU Search HOME items On the HOME screen, camera operations are organized for convenience into broad categories for selection, such as shooting, viewing and printing images. 1 Touch to display the HOME screen. 2 Touch the desired category t desired item t Press the shutter button halfway down to return to shooting mode.
Page 12: Manage Memory
Print Items Print Communication Items Network Manage Memory Items Memory Tool – Memory Stick Tool Memory Tool – Internal Memory Tool Settings Items Main Settings – Main Settings 1 Main Settings – Main Settings 2 Shooting Settings – Shooting Settings 1 Shooting Settings –...
Page 13: Menu Items (Shooting)
MENU items (Shooting) You can select the various shooting functions easily from the 1 Slide the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. 2 Touch to display the Menu screen. 3 Touch the menu item t desired mode t appears when the desired item is already selected. In the table below, indicates a function is available and —...
Page 14: Menu Items (Viewing)
MENU items (Viewing) You can select the various viewing functions easily from the 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 Touch to display the Menu screen. 3 Touch the menu item t desired mode t appears when the desired item is already selected. In the table below, indicates a function is available and —...
Page 15: Using The Touch Panel
Using the touch panel You can make function settings on the camera by touching buttons displayed on the screen. Notes • To operate the touch panel, press it lightly with your finger or the supplied paint pen. Pressing excessively hard or using a pointed object other than the supplied paint pen could damage the touch panel.
Page 16: Changing The Disp (Screen Display) Setting
Changing the DISP (screen display) setting Touch on the screen to change to the display selection screen. Note • Settings other than [Brightness] should be made separately for shooting and playback. Display Setup This sets whether or not to display the operation buttons and icons on the screen. (Normal) The operation buttons and the icons are displayed.
Page 17: Number Of Images
Wide Zoom In single-image mode, still images at a 4:3 and 3:2 aspect ratio are played at a 16:9 aspect ratio. In this case the top and bottom of the image will be slightly cropped. Note • Wide Zoom is not available for movies or 16:9 images. Histogram A histogram is a graph showing the brightness of an image.
Page 18: Album/Photo Library Function
Album/Photo Library Function The camera has approximately 4 GB* of internal memory. Even when there is no “Memory Stick Duo” inserted in the camera, you can use this internal memory to record images and enjoy viewing images shot in the past. In addition, “PMB” in the CD-ROM (supplied) lets you further enjoy images in various ways.
Page 19: Network Function
Network Function A wireless LAN function is equipped with this camera. You can access media services via an access point, or play back images using a DLNA-enabled (Digital Living Network Alliance-enabled) device on a home network. Accessing websites via wireless connection, and browsing and uploading images (page 121) This camera also supports connection to hotspot services.
Page 20: Auto Adjustment
Auto Adjustment Allows you to shoot still images with the setting adjusted automatically. 1 Slide the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (REC Mode) t If you shoot a still image of a subject that is difficult to focus on •...
Page 21: Scene Selection
Scene Selection Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene. 1 Slide the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. 2 Select the desired mode. To select (REC Mode) t desired mode t To select (REC Mode) t desired mode t (High Sensitivity) Allows you to shoot images without a...
Page 22: Face Detection
(Fireworks) Allows you to record fireworks in all their splendor. (Hi-Speed Shutter) Allows you to capture fast moving subjects outdoors or in other bright places. • The shutter speed becomes faster, so images shot in dark places become darker. Note •...
Page 23: Smile Shutter
Smile Shutter When the camera detects a smile, the shutter is released automatically. 1 Slide the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (REC Mode) t (Smile icon) 3 Wait detecting a smile. When the smile level exceeds the b point on the indicator, the camera records images automatically.
Page 24: Easy Shooting
Easy Shooting Allows you shoot still images using the minimum necessary functions. The settings you can change are Image Size, Flash and Self-Timer. The text size increases and indicators become easier to see. 1 Slide the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (REC Mode) t Note •...
Page 25: Program Auto
Program Auto Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value). The setting buttons for Focus, Metering Mode, ISO and EV will appear on the bottom of the screen. Also you can select various settings using the menu. 1 Slide the lens cover to switch to shooting mode.
Page 26: Movie Mode
Movie Mode Allows you to record movies with audio. 1 Slide the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (REC Mode) t (Movie Mode) t 3 Press the shutter button fully down. 4 To stop recording, press the shutter button fully down again.
Page 27: Zoom
Zoom You can enlarge the image when shooting. The camera’s optical zoom function can enlarge images up to 4×. 1 Slide the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. 2 Press the zoom (W/T) button. Press the T side of the zoom (W/T) button to zoom in and press the W side to zoom out.
Page 28: Self-Timer
Self-Timer 1 Slide the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (Self-Timer) t desired mode t (Off) Not using the self-timer (Self-Timer Setting the 10-second delay self-timer 10sec) When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes and a beep sounds until the shutter operates.
Page 29: Macro/Close Focus
Macro/Close focus Use this setting to capture beautiful close-up images of small subjects such as insects or flowers. 1 Slide the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (Macro) t desired mode t (Auto) The camera adjusts the focus automatically from distant subjects to close-up.
Page 30: Flash
Flash 1 Slide the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (Flash) t desired mode t (Flash Auto) Flashes when there is insufficient light or backlight. (Flash On) Flash always operates. (Slow Flash always operates. Synchro) The shutter speed is slow in a dark place to clearly shoot the background that is out of flash light.
Page 31: Focus
Focus You can change the focus method. Use the menu when it is difficult to get the proper focus in auto focus mode. AF stands for “Auto Focus,” a function that adjusts the focus automatically. The following steps are used in movies, see page 87.
Page 32 Note • When you use [Digital Zoom] or [AF Illuminator], the AF range finder frame is disabled and appears in a dotted line. In this case, the camera works to focus on the subjects at the center of the screen. Quickly choosing the priority subject Touching the screen displays a frame, and then pressing the shutter button halfway down brings the frame into...
Page 33: Metering Mode
Metering Mode Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the exposure. The following steps are used in when shooting movies, see page 86. 1 Slide the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (REC Mode) t (Metering Mode) t desired mode t (Multi)
Page 34: Iso
Adjusts the luminous sensitivity. 1 Slide the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (REC Mode) t (ISO) t desired number t (Auto) Sets the ISO sensitivity automatically. You can reduce image blurring in dark locations or moving subjects by increasing ISO sensitivity (select a larger number). Notes •...
Page 35 You can adjust the exposure manually in 1/3 EV steps in a range of –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV. The following steps are used in (Program Auto) mode. For details on other shooting modes, see page 85. 1 Slide the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (REC Mode) t (Program Auto) t (EV) t desired EV setting t...
Page 36 Adjusting the exposure for better looking images You can create various images by adjusting the exposure and the ISO sensitivity. Exposure is the amount of light that the camera will receive when you release the shutter. Exposure: Overexposure = too much light Whitish image Correct exposure Underexposure = too little light...
Page 37: Viewing Still Images
Viewing still images 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 Select an image with Viewing an enlarged image (playback zoom) 1 Touch the area you want to enlarge. The image is enlarged to twice the previous size, with the area you touched at the center. You can also enlarge the image by pressing the T side of the zoom (W/T) button.
Page 38: Image Index
Image Index Displays multiple images on the screen at the same time. To return to the single-image screen, touch the thumbnail image on the index screen. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (Image Index) t touch Changing the display format Touch (View Mode) to change the way images are displayed (View Mode).
Page 39: Slideshow
Slideshow Images are automatically played back in succession along with effects and music. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (Slideshow) t desired mode t [Start] 3 Touch the screen and then touch [Exit] to end the slideshow.
Page 40 Effects Selects the playback speed and mood for slideshows. Simple A simple slideshow switching still images at a preset interval. The playback interval is adjustable in [Interval] and you can thoroughly enjoy your images. Basic A basic slideshow suitable for a wide range of scenes. Nostalgic A moody slideshow reproducing the atmosphere of a movie scene.
Page 41 Interval Sets the screen switching interval. The setting is fixed to [Auto] when [Simple] is not selected as the [Effects]. 1 sec Sets the display interval of images for a [Simple] slideshow. 3 sec 5 sec 10 sec Auto The interval is set to suit the selected [Effects] item. Repeat Turns slideshow repeat on or off.
Page 42: Delete
Delete Deleting images in single-image mode 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 Display the image you want to delete t (Delete) t [OK] Deleting images in index mode 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
Page 43: Wide Zoom
Wide Zoom In single-image mode, still images at a 4:3 and 3:2 aspect ratio are played at a 16:9 aspect ratio. In this case the top and bottom of the image will be slightly cropped. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
Page 44: Temporarily Rotated Display
Temporarily Rotated Display This is used in the single-image mode to temporarily rotate an image and enlarge it on the screen. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 Select the vertical orientation image t touch (Temporarily Rotated Display) 3 To cancel the display, touch Rotated Display) again.
Page 45: Viewing Movies
Viewing movies 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 Select a movie with 3 Touch B (Playback). Button Notes • Movies of image size [320] are displayed in a smaller size. • You may not be able to play back some images shot using other cameras. Touch [Folder View] from (View Images 1) to play back these images.
Page 46: Scrapbook
Scrapbook The camera automatically presents images against a background like a homemade photo album. You can also save images against different backgrounds. (View Images 2) t [Scrapbook] t 2 Turn the page with Touch an image to close-up the image. Touch the image again to return to the original screen. Button Save Background Select...
Page 47 To select the save method You can save scrapbook images by the following methods. [Save This Page]: Saves the page you are currently viewing. [Select pages and save]: Selects and saves multiple images. 1Touch 2Repeat step 1 to select more images. 3Touch [Save All Pages in Scrapbook]: Saves all images in the scrapbook.
Page 48 Date View Separates the images by the date. This is useful for checking when you took particular photos because the images are divided up by date. (View Images 1) t [Date View] t 2 Select the date you want to display with Note •...
Page 49 Event View Automatically separates images by date and frequency, and displays the images in groups. (View Images 1) t [Event View] 2 Select the event group you want to display with Note • When images recorded with other cameras cannot be played back on this camera, view the images in [Folder View].
Page 50 Favorites Displays images for each Favorites group in which you have registered images (page 102). (View Images 1) t [Favorites] t 2 Touch the Favorites number you want to display. Note • When images recorded with other cameras cannot be played back on this camera, view the images in [Folder View].
Page 51 Folder View Displays images for each folder created using [Create REC.Folder] of the [Memory Tool]. (View Images 1) t [Folder View] 2 Select the folder you want to display with On the folders • The camera stores images in a specified folder of a “Memory Stick Duo” or the internal memory. The “101MSDCF”...
Page 52: Download Music
Download Music You can use “Music Transfer” in the CD-ROM (supplied) to add or change background music tracks. (View Images 2) t [Music Tool] t t [Download Music] t 2 Make a USB connection between the camera and a computer, and add or change music files (pages 141, 144).
Page 53: Format Music
Format Music You can use “Music Transfer” in the CD-ROM (supplied) to delete all the background music files stored in the camera. It can be used in cases such as when the background music files are damaged and cannot be played. (View Images 2) t [Music Tool] t t [Format Music] t t [OK]...
Page 54 Format Formats the “Memory Stick Duo” or the internal memory. A commercially available “Memory Stick Duo” is already formatted, and can be used immediately. (Manage Memory) t [Memory Tool] t t [Format] t t [OK] Note • Note that formatting permanently erases all data including even protected images.
Page 55 Create REC.Folder Creates a folder in the recording media for recording images. Images are recorded in the newly created folder until you create another folder or select another recording folder. (Manage Memory) t [Memory Tool] t t [Create REC.Folder] t [OK] Notes •...
Page 56 Change REC.Folder Changes the folder currently used for recording images. (Manage Memory) t [Memory Tool] t t [Change REC.Folder] t 2 Select the folder you want to record t touch [OK]. Notes • You cannot select the “100MSDCF” folder as a recording folder. •...
Page 57 Beep Selects the sound produced when you operate the camera. (Settings) t [Main Settings] t t [Beep] t t desired mode t Shutter Turns on the shutter sound when you press the shutter button. Turns on the beep/shutter sound when you operate the touch panel/ press the shutter button.
Page 58: Function Guide
Function Guide You can select whether or not function guide is displayed when you operate the camera. (Settings) t [Main Settings] t t [Function Guide] t mode t Displays the function guide. Does not display the function guide. Note • The guide is displayed during playback even if [Function Guide] is set to [Off]. t desired...
Page 59 Initialize Initializes the setting to the default setting. Even if you execute this function, the images are retained. (Settings) t [Main Settings] t t [Initialize] t t [OK] Notes • [Password Lock] is not released even if you initialize the settings. •...
Page 60 Calibration Enables you to perform calibration when the touch panel buttons do not react at the appropriate points where you touch. (Settings) t [Main Settings] t t [Calibration] t 2 Using the paint pen, touch the center of the × mark displayed on the screen in order.
Page 61: Demo Mode
Demo Mode You can set whether to view a demonstration of the Smile Shutter and Scene Recognition. (Settings) t [Main Settings] t t [Demo Mode] t Demonstrates the Scene Recognition and Smile Shutter mode. Does not perform a demonstration. Select this setting when shooting using the Smile Shutter.
Page 62: Usb Connect
USB Connect Selects the USB mode when connecting the camera to a computer or a PictBridge compliant printer using the cable for multi-use terminal. (Settings) t [Main Settings] t t [USB Connect] t Auto The camera recognizes automatically and sets up communication with a computer or PictBridge compliant printer (pages 135, 147).
Page 63: Lun Settings
LUN Settings Sets the display method for the recording media displayed on a computer screen or other monitor when the camera is connected with a computer or AV component using a USB connection. (Settings) t [Main Settings] t t [LUN Settings] t Multi The images both on the “Memory Stick Duo”...
Page 64 COMPONENT Selects the video signal output type from SD and HD(1080i), according to the TV connected (page 128). (Settings) t [Main Settings] t t [COMPONENT] t HD(1080i) Select this item to connect the camera to a 1080i-capable High Definition TV. Select this item to connect the camera to a TV that is not compatible with an HD(1080i) signal.
Page 65: Video Out
Video Out Sets the video signal output according to the TV color system of the connected video equipment. The TV color systems differ depending on the country and region. To view images on a TV screen, check the TV color system of the country or region of use (page 130).
Page 66 TV TYPE Set to the aspect ratio of television to be connected for playback. (Settings) t [Main Settings] t t [TV TYPE] t 16:9 Select this item to play back the images on a wide screen television. Select this item to play back the images on a 4:3 ratio television. t desired mode t...
Page 67 Password Lock You can set a password to prevent the playback of images in the internal memory. (Settings) t [Main Settings] t t [Password Lock] t Setting the password lock 1 The password setting screen appears t Input the 4-digit number of your choice t [OK] 2 The password re-input screen appears t Input the same 4-digit number again t [OK] t [OK] If you enter the incorrect number, a message window appears.
Page 68 AF Illuminator The AF illuminator supplies fill light to focus more easily on a subject in dark surroundings. The AF illuminator emits red light allowing the camera to focus easily when the shutter button is pressed halfway, until the focus is locked. The (Settings) t [Shooting Settings] t t [AF Illuminator] t Auto...
Page 69: Grid Line
Grid Line With reference to the grid lines, you can easily set a subject in a horizontal/vertical position. (Settings) t [Shooting Settings] t t [Grid Line] t Displays the grid lines. The grid lines are not recorded. Does not display the grid lines. t desired mode t...
Page 70 AF Mode Selects the auto focus operation mode. (Settings) t [Shooting Settings] t t [AF Mode] t Single Automatically adjusts the focus when you press and hold the shutter button halfway down. This mode is useful for shooting stationary subjects. Monitor Automatically adjusts the focus before you press and hold the shutter button halfway down.
Page 71: Digital Zoom
Digital Zoom Selects the digital zoom mode. The camera enlarges the image using optical zoom (up to 4×). When the zoom scale is exceeded, the camera uses either smart or precision digital zoom. (Settings) t [Shooting Settings] t t [Digital Zoom] t Smart ( Enlarges the image digitally within the range where the image will not be distorted, according to the image size.
Page 72: Auto Orientation
Auto Orientation When the camera is rotated to shoot a portrait (vertical) image, the camera records its position change and displays the image in the portrait position. (Settings) t [Shooting Settings] t t [Auto Orientation] t mode t Records the image with the correct orientation. Does not use Auto Orientation.
Page 73: Auto Review
Auto Review Displays the recorded image on the screen for approximately two seconds immediately after shooting a still image. (Settings) t [Shooting Settings] t t [Auto Review] t Uses the Auto Review. Does not use Auto Review. Shooting another image without delay •...
Page 74: Clock Settings
Clock Settings Sets the date and time. (Settings) t [Clock Settings] t t [Clock Settings] t 2 Desired date display format t each item and set its numeric value t [OK] Midnight is indicated as 12:00 AM, and noon as 12:00 PM. Note •...
Page 75: Language Setting
Language Setting Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings and messages. (Settings) t [Language Setting] t t [Language Setting] t t desired mode t...
Page 76: Image Size
Image Size The image size determines the size of the image file that is recorded when you take a image. The larger the image size, the more detail will be reproduced when the image is printed on large- format paper. The smaller the image size, the more images can be recorded. Select the image size that matches the way you will view your images.
Page 77 When shooting movies The larger the image size, the higher the image quality. The higher the number of frames per second, the smoother the playback image. Movie image size 640(Fine) (640×480) 640(Standard) (640×480) 320 (320×240) Notes • When using a “Memory Stick Duo”, movies with the size set to [640(Fine)] can be recorded to only a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”.
Page 78: Scene Recognition
Scene Recognition The camera automatically detects shooting conditions, and then takes the shot. Current setting icon Scene Recognition icon The camera recognizes the following types of scenes. When the camera determines the optimal scene, it displays the corresponding icon. (Twilight), (Backlight Portrait), When the camera does not recognize the scene, the image is recorded with the same settings as Scene Recognition [Off].
Page 79 Notes • Scene Recognition does not function in the following situations. – When shooting in Macro/Close focus enabled mode – During burst shooting – When using digital zoom • The available flash settings are • When Face Detection function is set to [When touched], the default setting for Face Detection is set to [Auto] if Scene Recognition is set to anything other than [Off] before the screen is touched.
Page 80 Flash (Easy Shooting) Selects the flash setting from 1 Slide the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (REC Mode) t t [Flash] t desired mode t Auto Flash strobes when there is insufficient light or backlight. Does not use the flash. in Easy Shooting mode.
Page 81 Face Detection Selects whether to use the Face Detection function or not, and also selects the priority subject for adjusting the focus when using the function. Detects the faces of your subjects and adjusts the focus, flash, exposure, white balance and red- eye reduction settings automatically.
Page 82 Making faces easier to detect • Use an appropriate lighting level. • Make sure the subjects’ faces are not hidden by hats, masks, sunglasses, etc. • Make sure the subjects are facing the camera.
Page 83: Smile Detection Sensitivity
Smile Detection Sensitivity Sets the sensitivity of the Smile Shutter function for detecting smiles. 1 Slide the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (REC Mode) t (Smile Detection Sensitivity) t desired mode t (Low) Detects a big smile. (Medium) Detects a normal smile.
Page 84: Rec Mode
REC Mode You can select Normal (single-image), Burst or Exposure Bracket as the shooting mode. 1 Slide the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (REC Mode) t desired mode t (Normal) Records a single image. (Burst) Records up to 100 images in succession when you press and hold down the shutter button.
Page 85 You can adjust the exposure manually in 1/3 EV steps in a range of –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV. For details on EV setting in (Program Auto) mode, see page 35. 1 Slide the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (EV) t desired EV setting t Notes •...
Page 86 Metering Mode (Movie) Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the exposure. For details on metering modes in 1 Slide the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (REC Mode) t (Metering Mode) t desired mode (Multi) Divides into multiple regions and measures each region.
Page 87 Focus (Movie) You can change the focus method. Use the menu when it is difficult to get the proper focus in auto focus mode. For details on focus methods in 1 Slide the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (REC Mode) t (Focus) t desired mode t (Multi AF)
Page 88: White Balance
White Balance Adjusts color tones according to the surrounding light conditions. Use this function if image color appears unnatural. 1 Slide the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (White Balance) t desired mode (Auto) Adjusts the white balance automatically so that the colors appear natural.
Page 89 Effects of lighting conditions The apparent color of the subject is affected by the lighting conditions. The color tones are adjusted automatically in the Auto Adjustment mode, but you can adjust color tones manually using the White Balance function. Weather/lighting Daylight Characteristics of White (standard)
Page 90: Flash Level
Flash Level Adjusts the amount of flash light. 1 Slide the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (REC Mode) t (Flash Level) t desired mode t (–) Makes the flash level lower. (Standard) Makes the flash level higher. Note •...
Page 91 Anti Blink Images of subjects who are not blinking can be automatically selected and saved when Snap) is selected in the Scene Selection. 1 Slide the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (REC Mode) t (Anti Blink) t desired mode t When the Face Detection function is active, the camera switches to (Auto) the optimal settings when it detects that the subject’s eyes are...
Page 92 Red Eye Reduction The flash strobes two or more times before shooting to reduce the red-eye phenomenon when using the flash. 1 Slide the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (Red Eye Reduction) t desired mode t (Auto) When the Face Detection function is activated, the flash strobes automatically to reduce the red-eye phenomenon.
Page 93 The camera analyzes the shooting scene and automatically corrects the brightness and contrast to improve the image quality. DRO is an abbreviation for “Dynamic Range Optimizer,” a function that automatically optimizes the difference between light and dark parts of an image. 1 Slide the lens cover to switch to shooting mode.
Page 94: Color Mode
Color Mode You can change the brightness of the image, accompanied by effects. 1 Slide the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (Color Mode) t desired mode t (Normal) Sets the image to standard color. (Vivid) Sets the image to bright and deep color. (Sepia) Sets the image to sepia color.
Page 95 SteadyShot Selects the anti-blur mode. 1 Slide the lens cover to switch to shooting mode. (SteadyShot) t desired mode t (Shooting) Activates the anti-blur function when pressing the shutter button halfway down. (Continuous) Always activates the anti-blur function. You can stabilize images even when zooming up a far subject.
Page 96 Hints for preventing blur The camera moved accidentally when you took the image. This is called “Camera shake.” On the other hand, if the subject moved when you took the image, it is called “subject blur.” Camera shake Cause: Your hands or body shake while you hold the camera and press the shutter button, and the entire screen is blurred.
Page 97: Date List
Date List This feature selects the date to be played back when using Date View. Step 2 is unnecessary when [Date View] is already set. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (View Mode) t (Date List) t 4 Select the date you want to display from the calendar.
Page 98: Event List
Event List This feature selects the event group to be played back when using Event View. You can enter a desired event name for each group using the “PMB” software (supplied). For details on entering the event name, see the “PMB Guide”. Step 2 is unnecessary when [Event View] is already set.
Page 99: Select Folder
Select Folder When multiple folders are created, this selects the folder containing the image you want to play back. Step 2 is unnecessary when [Folder View] is already set. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (View Mode) t (Select Folder) t t [OK] folder with...
Page 100: View Mode
View Mode Allows you to select the display format for viewing multiple images. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (View Mode) t desired mode t (Date View) Displays images by the date. Touch specific date with a calendar display. (Event View) Analyzes the dates shots and frequency, automatically organizes...
Page 101: Filter By Faces
Filter by Faces This feature filters images and displays them. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (Filter by Faces) t desired mode (Off) Images are not filtered. (All people) Images are filtered according to specified conditions and then displayed.
Page 102 Add / Remove Favorites Select your favorite image and add/remove from groups as Favorites. mark is displayed for registered images. Note • When the [View Mode] is set to [Folder View], you cannot add or remove images as Favorites. Registering the currently displayed image 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
Page 103 Adding all images in the date range or event group 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (View Mode) t 3 Touch to select the date or event you want to register. (Add / Remove Favorites) t (Add All in Event) t want to add the image t [OK] Removing all images in the date range or event...
Page 104 Add / Remove Sharemark This camera comes with the “PMB Portable” application to make it easy to upload images to a media service. You can easily find the images to be uploaded by registering them as Sharemark images. mark is displayed for registered images. Note •...
Page 105 Adding all images in the date range or event group 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (View Mode) t 3 Touch to select the date or event you want to register. (Add / Remove Sharemark) t (Add All in Event) t you want to add the image t [OK] Removing all images in the date range or event...
Page 106: Retouch
Retouch Adds effects or makes corrections to a recorded image and records it as a new file. The original image is retained. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (Retouch) t desired mode t (Trimming) Records the zoomed playback image.
Page 107 (Fisheye Applies a fisheye effect around a Lens) chosen point. Touch the center point of the desired image to retouch t level of retouch with [OK] (Cross Filter) Adds starburst effects to light sources. Adjust the desired length to retouch with retouch with (Radial Blur)
Page 108: Paint
Paint Paints or adds stamps to a still image and records it as a new file. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (Paint) t 3 Draw on the image using the paint pen (supplied). 4 Touch the button t select the saved image size t [OK] Button Save...
Page 109: Multi-Purpose Resize
Multi-Purpose Resize You can change the aspect ratio and size of the shooting images, then record them as the new files. You can convert images to the 16:9 aspect ratio for high definition viewing and to the VGA size for blog or e-mail attachments. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
Page 110: Deleting The Currently Displayed Image
Delete Allows you to select unwanted images for deletion. Note • You cannot delete images when the [View Mode] is set to [Favorites]. Deleting the currently displayed image 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 Display the image you want to delete t (Delete) t (This Image) t [OK]...
Page 111 Protect Protects recorded images against accidental erasure. mark is displayed for registered images. Protecting the currently displayed image 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 Display the image you want to protect t (Protect) t Selecting and protecting multiple images 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
Page 112 Protecting all images in the date range, event group or folder 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (View Mode) t (Folder View) t 3 Touch to select the date, event or folder you want to protect. (Protect) t Event) or (Set All in This Folder) t...
Page 113 DPOF DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is a function allowing you to make a mark on images of “Memory Stick Duo” that you want to print out later. mark is displayed for registered images. Notes • You cannot mark movies. •...
Page 114 Order printing all images in the date range, event group or folder 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (View Mode) t (Folder View) t 3 Touch to select the date, event or folder you want to order print. (Set All in Date Range), (Set All in This Folder) t Cancel print order of all images in the date range,...
Page 115 Rotate Rotates a still image. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2 Display the image to be rotated. (Rotate) t / t [OK] Notes • You cannot rotate movies or protected still images. • You may not be able to rotate images shot with other cameras. •...
Page 116: Slideshow
Volume Settings Adjusts the volume for slideshow and movie playback. 1 Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. (Volume Settings) t 3 Adjust the volume by touching Adjusting the volume during playback of a movie or slideshow Movie playback: Touch to display the volume control screen, then touch the adjust the volume.
Page 117: Network Settings
Network Settings A wireless LAN function is equipped with this camera. Connect the camera to a network via an access point. The time zone and access point need to be configured before the operation. (Communication) t [Network] t Network Settings] t desired item Access Point Nickname...
Page 118: Access Point
Access Point Set the access point to use the network function of this camera. The network setting method differs according to the network environment. An example of settings for a home network is described here. (Communication) t [Network] t Network Settings] t [Access Point] t [Auto Scan] t t select the access point...
Page 119 Setting items Connection Name SSID Encryption Type Encryption Key IP Address PPPoE Subnet Mask Gateway Primary DNS Secondary DNS Proxy Delete or confirm the access point Description Input the name to be displayed on the wireless network. • The same name as the SSID is displayed before this setting is made.
Page 120 On Encryption key The number of characters and numbers allowed for the encryption key differs depending on the encryption type and input characters. Encryption Type Hexadecimal input 10 characters or 26 characters 0 – 9, A – F or a –f, can be used. WPA-PSK(AES), 64 characters 0 –...
Page 121: Web-Upload Images/Browse The Web
(Communication) t [Network] t Upload Images/Browse the Web] t 3 Touch [Connect]. The internet browser starts up. The default setting displays the Sony portal site. 4 Log in to a media service. 5 Upload images according to the on-screen instructions. Notes •...
Page 122 Closing the browser 1 Press the WLAN (wireless network) button, or touch Operation buttons on the internet browser Button Action Switches screen display Displays Sony portal site Next/Previous page Update/Cancels loading data v/V/b/B Scroll key Zoom in/zoom out Closes the browser...
Page 123 Button Action Address Book registration and display • You can confirm registered addresses when sending an e-mail, etc. Web Browser Settings Web Browser Setting items Display Mode Settings Sets the Web browser display mode. Text Size Sets the text size to be displayed. Character Encoding Selects the character encoding to be used.
Page 124: Dlna-Be Viewed
DLNA–Be Viewed Operate the DLNA-enabled “BRAVIA” via the home network and set the camera so that images stored in the camera can be viewed. (Communication) t [Network] t (Be Viewed) t 2 Touch [Connect]. If there are multiple access points, touch [Access pt. to connect to] to select the access point.
Page 125: Dlna-Send And View
DLNA–Send and View Operate the camera over your home network to send images to a “BRAVIA” that supports a renderer function. (Communication) t [Network] t (Send and View) t 2 Touch [Search ext. devices]. The camera searches for connectable devices. Detected devices are displayed on the LCD screen.
Page 126 Sending multiple images at the same time (Slideshow) Using slideshow is useful when you want to send multiple images at once. 1 Touch (Slideshow) in index mode while the connection is made. 2 Touch the image you want to begin the slideshow from.
Page 127: Using The Keyboard
Using the keyboard When manual character input is needed, touch the input field to display the keyboard screen. 1 Operate the touch panel using paint pen. 2 When you are finished with input, touch on the bottom right of the screen.
Page 128: Viewing Images On A Tv
Viewing images on a TV You can view images on a TV by connecting the camera to a TV. The connection varies according to the type of TV the camera is connected to. See “TV TYPE” (page 66). Refer also to the operating instructions supplied with the TV. Viewing images by connecting the camera to a TV with the supplied cable for multi-use terminal Turn off both the camera and the TV before connecting the camera to the TV.
Page 129 Viewing an image by connecting the camera to an HD TV You can view an image recorded on the camera by connecting the camera to an HD (High Definition) TV with the HD Output Adaptor Cable (not supplied). Turn off both the camera and the TV before connecting the camera to the TV. 1 Connect the camera to an HD (High Definition) TV with a HD Output Adaptor Cable (not supplied).
Page 130: On Tv Color Systems
On “PhotoTV HD” This camera is compatible with the “PhotoTV HD” standard. By connecting Sony PhotoTV HD-compatible devices using an HD Output Adaptor Cable (not supplied), whole new world of photos can be comfortably enjoyed in breathtaking Full HD quality.
Page 131: Enjoying Your Windows Computer
– Uploading images to a media service (this requires an Internet connection) – Adding/changing Music for slideshow (using “Music Transfer”) Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at the Sony Customer Support Website. http://www.sony.net/...
Page 132: Recommended Computer Environment
Recommended computer environment The following environment is recommended for a computer connected to the camera. Recommended environment for importing images OS (pre-installed): Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional SP4, Windows XP* SP3/Windows Vista SP1* • Operation is not assured in an environment based on an upgrade of the operating systems described above or in a multi-boot environment.
Page 133: Installing The Software (Supplied)
Installing the software (supplied) You can install the software (supplied) using the following procedure. • Log on as Administrator. 1 Turn on your computer, and insert the CD- ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive. The installation menu screen appears. • If it does not appear, double-click [Computer] (in Windows XP/ 2000, [My Computer]) t •...
Page 134 (PMB Guide) icon on the desktop. To access “PMB Guide” from the Start menu, click [Start] t [All Programs] (in Windows 2000, [Programs]) t [Sony Picture Utility] t [Help] t [PMB Guide]. Starting and exiting the “PMB” Starting the “PMB”...
Page 135: Enjoying Images On Your Computer
Enjoying images on your computer For details on the “PMB” functions, see the “PMB Guide”. Connecting the camera to the computer 1 Insert the sufficiently charged battery pack into the camera, or connect the camera to a wall outlet (wall socket) with the AC Adaptor (not supplied) and the USB /A/V / DC IN cable for multi-use terminal (not supplied).
Page 136: Importing Images To A Computer
Importing images to a computer 1 Make a USB connection between the camera and a computer. After making a USB connection, the [Import Media Files] screen of “PMB” appears automatically. If the AutoPlay Wizard appears, close it. 2 Import the images. To start importing images, click the [Import] button.
Page 137: Deleting The Usb Connection
Exporting images to view on the camera You can export images in your computer to the camera, and view them on the camera. This section describes the procedure for automatically selecting and exporting images that have not been exported to the internal memory. You can export the images to “Memory Stick Duo”...
Page 138: Image File Storage Destinations And File Names
Image file storage destinations and file names The image files recorded with the camera are grouped as folders on the internal memory or the “Memory Stick Duo”. ADrive used by “PMB Portable”. This folder appears only when [LUN Settings] is set to [Multi].
Page 139: Uploading Images To A Media Service
Uploading images to a media service This camera has a built-in application “PMB Portable”. You can use this application to do the following: • You can easily upload images to a blog or other media service using a computer. • You can easily filter the images you want to upload by registering them in the camera as Sharemark images (page 104).
Page 140 • To view a website, you will be redirected to it by the Sony server. There may be times when you cannot access the website because of server maintenance or for other reasons.
Page 141: Using The "Music Transfer" (Supplied)
Using the “Music Transfer” (supplied) You can change the Music files that are preset at the factory to the desired Music files using “Music Transfer” in the CD-ROM (supplied). You can also delete or add these files whenever you want. Adding/Changing Music using “Music Transfer”...
Page 142: Using Your Macintosh Computer
• When your computer resumes from the suspend or sleep mode, communication between the camera and your computer may not recover at the same time. Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at the Sony Customer Support Website. http://www.sony.net/...
Page 143 Importing and viewing images on a computer 1 Prepare the camera and a Macintosh computer. 2 Connect the camera to your computer with the cable for multi-use terminal. 1 To a USB jack 3 Copy image files to the Macintosh computer. 1 Double-click the newly recognized icon t [DCIM] t the folder where the images you want to import are stored.
Page 144 Adding/Changing Music using “Music Transfer” You can change the Music files that are preset at the factory to the desired Music files. You can also delete or add these files whenever you want. The music formats you can transfer with “Music Transfer” are listed below: •...
Page 145: Viewing "Cyber-Shot Step-Up Guide
(Step-up Guide) on the desktop. To access “Step-up Guide” from the Start menu, click [Start] t [All Programs] (in Windows 2000, [Programs]) t [Sony Picture Utility] t [Step-up Guide]. Viewing on Macintosh 1 Copy the [stepupguide] folder in the [stepupguide] folder to your computer.
Page 146: Printing Still Images
Printing still images You can print still images by the following methods. Printing directly using a PictBridge compliant printer (page 147) You can print images by connecting the camera directly to a PictBridge compliant printer. Printing directly using a “Memory Stick” compliant printer You can print images with a “Memory Stick”...
Page 147: Compliant Printer
Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer Even if you do not have a computer, you can print images shot using the camera by connecting the camera directly to a PictBridge compliant printer. “PictBridge” is based on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) Note •...
Page 148 Stage 3: Printing (Print) t desired item t Printing the currently displayed image In single-image mode, select [This Image] as the desired item. Selecting and printing multiple images Select [Multiple Images] as the desired item. In single-image mode 1 Touch to display the image, then touch the image you want to print.
Page 149: Printing At A Shop
Printing at a shop You can take a “Memory Stick Duo” containing images shot with the camera to a photo printing service shop. As long as the shop supports photo printing services conforming to the DPOF, you can make a (Print order) mark on images in advance so that you do not need to reselect them when you print them out at the shop (page 113).
Page 150: Troubleshooting
On repairing cameras with internal memory or Music files function included, data in the camera may be checked on minimum necessity to verify and improve the malfunction symptoms. Sony will not copy or save any of those data. Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website.
Page 151: Battery Pack And Power
Battery pack and power Cannot insert the battery pack. • Insert the battery pack correctly to push the battery eject lever. Cannot turn on the camera. • After inserting the battery pack into the camera, it may take a few moments for the camera to power •...
Page 152 Smile Shutter function does not work. • No image is shot if a smiling face is not detected. • Set the shooting mode to • [Demo Mode] is set to [On]. Set [Demo Mode] to [Off] (page 61). The subject is not visible on the screen. •...
Page 153 The close-up shoot function (Macro/Close focus enabled) does not work. • (Landscape) mode or (Twilight) mode or (page 22). • When (Close focus enabled) mode is selected, the shooting distance is approximately 1 to 20 cm (13/32 to 7 7/8 inches). Macro shooting cannot be turned off.
Page 154: Viewing Images
The eyes of the subject come out red. • Set [Red Eye Reduction] to [Auto] or [On] (page 92). • Shoot the subject at a distance closer than the flash range using the flash. • Light the room and shoot the subject. •...
Page 155: Deleting
• Check that the computer and the Memory Stick Reader/Writer support “Memory Stick PRO Duo”. Users of computers and Memory Stick Readers/Writers made by manufacturers other than Sony should contact those manufacturers. • If “Memory Stick PRO Duo” is not supported, connect the camera to the computer (pages 135 and 143).
Page 156 Cannot import images. • Connect the camera and your computer correctly making a USB connection (page 135). • Follow the designated import procedure for your OS (pages 136 and 143). • When you shoot images with a “Memory Stick Duo” formatted by a computer, you may not be able to import the images to a computer.
Page 157: Wireless Network
Wireless network Cannot establish a connection with the Wireless LAN access point. • Check to make sure the power of the Wireless LAN access point is on. • The communication range may be shortened by the surrounding conditions, such as various obstacles, radio wave traffic, and the wall material between this camera and the Wireless LAN access point.
Page 158: Internal Memory
Internal memory Cannot playback or record images using the internal memory. • There is a “Memory Stick Duo” inserted in the camera. Remove it. Cannot copy the data stored in the internal memory to a “Memory Stick Duo”. • You cannot copy image data in the internal memory to a “Memory Stick Duo”. Import images to the computer, and then export them to a “Memory Stick Duo”...
Page 159: Touch Panel
Cannot print images. • Check that the camera and the printer are properly connected using the cable for multi-use terminal. • Turn on the printer. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the printer. • If you select [Exit] during printing, images may not be printed. Disconnect and connect the cable for multi-use terminal again.
Page 160: Others
Others Cannot reset the file-number. • If you replace a recording medium, you cannot initialize file numbers with the camera. To initialize file numbers, format the “Memory Stick Duo” or the internal memory (page 54), and then initialize the settings (page 59). However, the data on the “Memory Stick Duo” or the internal memory will be deleted and all settings, including date, will be initialized.
Page 161: Warning Indicators And Messages
If you cannot solve the problem even after trying the following corrective actions a few times, the camera may need repair. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. C:32: • There is trouble with the camera’s hardware. Turn the power off and on again.
Page 162 Reinsert the Memory Stick • Insert the “Memory Stick Duo” correctly. • The inserted “Memory Stick Duo” cannot be used in the camera (page 168). • The “Memory Stick Duo” is damaged. • The terminal section of the “Memory Stick Duo” is dirty. Memory Stick type error •...
Page 163 File error • An error occurred while the image was playing back. No guarantees are made for playing back, on this camera, files containing images which were processed on a computer or images which were shot using other cameras. Read only folder •...
Page 164 Printer busy Paper error No paper Ink error Low ink No ink • Check the printer. Printer error • Check the printer. • Check if the image you want to print is corrupted. • The data transmission to the printer may not be completed yet. Do not disconnect the cable for multi- use terminal.
Page 165 • The number of images exceeds that for which date or event management by the camera is possible. Delete images from the Date View or Event View. Image management file error • Import all of the images to the computer with “PMB”, and format the “Memory Stick Duo” or the internal memory (page 54).
Page 166 Cannot connect to network • Check the state of the Access Point. • Check that you are in the active area of the Access Point. Selected device settings incompatible • Check the state of the connected device. Not enough available system memory •...
Page 167: Using The Camera Abroad — Power Sources
Using the camera abroad — Power sources You can use the camera, the battery charger (supplied), and the AC-LS5K AC Adaptor (not supplied) in any country or region where the power supply is within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.
Page 168: On The "Memory Stick Duo
On the “Memory Stick Duo” A “Memory Stick Duo” is a compact, portable IC recording medium. The types of “Memory Stick Duo” that can be used with the camera are listed in the table below. However, proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all “Memory Stick Duo” functions. “Memory Stick”...
Page 169 Notes on using the “Memory Stick Duo” Adaptor (not supplied) • To use a “Memory Stick Duo” with a “Memory Stick” compliant device, be sure to insert the “Memory Stick Duo” into a “Memory Stick Duo” Adaptor. If you insert a “Memory Stick Duo” into a “Memory Stick”...
Page 170: On The Battery Pack
On the battery pack On charging the battery pack • We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F). The battery pack may not be fully charged in temperatures outside this range. Effective use of the battery pack •...
Page 171: On The Battery Charger
On the battery charger • Only D-type, T-type, R-type and E-type battery packs (and no others) can be charged in the battery charger (supplied). Batteries other than the specified kind may leak, overheat, or explode if you attempt to charge them, posing a risk of injury from electrocution and burns. •...
Page 172: On Cyber-Shot Station
On Cyber-shot Station Using the Cyber-shot Station (not supplied) enables faster charging than the supplied battery charger, easy connection to a TV, and lets you enjoy even HD picture quality. The CSS-HD2 Cyber-shot Station (not supplied) is compliant to the camera. In order to mount the camera on the CSS-HD2, the supplied station plate H must be attached to the camera.
Page 173 Operating the Cyber-shot Station with the remote When the remote supplied with the CSS-HD2 is used with this camera, the following operations are available. For details on buttons not described here, refer to the instruction manual supplied with the Cyber-shot Station. Button Action (Slideshow)
Page 174 Index Access Point ...117, 118 Add / Remove Favorites ...102 Add / Remove Sharemark ...104 Adjusting EV ...35, 85 AF Illuminator ...68 AF Mode ...70 AF range finder frame ...31 Anti Blink ...79, 91 Aperture ...36 Auto Adjustment ...20 Auto Orientation ...72 Auto Review ...73...
Page 175 Face Detection ...81 Fast forward/Rewind ...45 Favorites ...50 File name ...138 File storage destination ...138 Filter by Faces ...101 Fireworks ...22 Fisheye Lens ...107 Flash ...30, 80 Flash (White Balance) ...88 Flash Level ...90 Fluorescent Light 1, 2, 3 ...88 Focus ...31, 87 Folder...
Page 176 ...131 PictBridge ...62, 147 Pixel ...77 Playback ...37, 45 Playback zoom ...37 ...134 PMB Portable ...139 Precision digital zoom ...71 Print ...113, 146 Print order mark ...149 Printing at a shop ...149 Printing directly ...147 Program Auto ...25 Protect ...111 ...62 Radial Blur ...107...
Page 177 GPL/LGPL. Source code is provided on the web. Use the following URL to download it. http://www.sony.net/Products/Linux/ We would prefer you do not contact us about the contents of source code. Read “license2.pdf” in the “License” folder on the CD-ROM. You will find licenses (in English) of “GPL”, and “LGPL”...
Page 178 Password release number For details on the Password Lock function, see page 67. To release the password lock of the camera, enter the following number. “7669”...

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