Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about the camera. Viewing Using 3D Functions Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Search by Operation Viewing Back to top Using 3D Functions Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Using the control wheel Using with your computer Using the control wheel Printing Using the internal memory Using the internal memory Troubleshooting Using the In-Camera Guide Precautions/About this camera In-Camera Guide Contents list Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Memory recall mode Contents list 3D Shooting Scene Selection Background Defocus Functions not available in some REC modes Using shooting functions Tracking focus DISP (Display Setting) Flash Burst/Bracket Self-Timer Using the CUSTOM (Custom) button Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Changing settings Viewing burst images Viewing images on a TV Viewing movies Using with your computer Viewing movies Printing Viewing panorama images Scrolling the panorama images for display Troubleshooting Back to top Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Viewing 3D images Viewing images on a TV Viewing images shot in Sweep Multi Angle mode stereoscopically Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV Using with your computer Back to top Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Smile Detection Sensitivity Face Detection Color Mode Color Saturation Contrast Sharpness Anti Blink Movie SteadyShot Position Information (DSC-HX9V only) Register Setting In-Camera Guide Shooting MENU list MENU items not available in some REC modes Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Viewing images on a TV Retouch Delete Using with your computer Protect Printing Print (DPOF) Rotate Troubleshooting In-Camera Guide Precautions/About this camera Playback MENU list Contents list MENU items that cannot be set according to View Mode Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Changing settings Operation Search Changing settings Before Use Changing settings Shooting Changing camera settings Viewing Shooting Settings Using 3D Functions Movie format Using MENU items (Shooting) AF Illuminator Grid Line Using MENU items (Viewing) Digital Zoom Changing settings Wind Noise Reduct.
File Number Clock Settings Area Setting Date & Time Setting Auto Clock ADJ (DSC-HX9V only) Auto Area ADJ (DSC-HX9V only) Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Viewing an image on a Standard Definition (SD) TV Using MENU items (Viewing) Viewing an image on a Standard Definition (SD) TV Back to top Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Starting up “PMB Portable” (Windows) Starting up “PMB Portable” (Macintosh) Creating a disc of movies Selecting the method for creating a disc of movies Creating AVCHD discs Creating standard definition image quality (STD) discs Creating Blu-ray discs Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Printing at a shop Using 3D Functions Back to top Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
GPS (DSC-HX9V only) Viewing images on a TV Computers Memory card Using with your computer Internal memory Printing Printing Others Troubleshooting Warning indicators and messages Precautions/About this camera Self-diagnosis display Contents list Messages Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Using the camera abroad Troubleshooting Using the camera abroad Precautions/About this camera On TV color systems About this camera Contents list Intelligent Pantilter AVCHD format GPS (DSC-HX9V only) TransferJet standard License Trademarks Trademarks Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Contents list Operation Search Contents list Before Use Shooting Operation Search Viewing Operation Search Search by Operation Using 3D Functions Back to top Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Before Use Changing settings How to use this User Guide Viewing images on a TV...
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Program Auto Manual Exposure Shooting Memory recall mode 3D Shooting Scene Selection Background Defocus Functions not available in some REC modes Using shooting functions Tracking focus DISP (Display Setting) Flash Burst/Bracket Self-Timer Using the CUSTOM (Custom) button Back to top Viewing Viewing still images Viewing still images...
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Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Shooting) MENU items (Shooting) Movie shooting scene 3D Shooting Scene Selection Memory recall mode Easy Mode Defocus Effect Still Image Size/Panorama Image Size Movie Quality/Movie Size White Balance White Balance Shift Focus Metering Mode Burst Shooting Interval Bracket Setting Scene Recognition...
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Retouch Delete Protect Print (DPOF) Rotate In-Camera Guide Playback MENU list MENU items that cannot be set according to View Mode Back to top Changing settings Changing settings Changing camera settings Shooting Settings Movie format AF Illuminator Grid Line Digital Zoom Wind Noise Reduct.
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Change REC.Folder Delete REC.Folder Copy File Number Clock Settings Area Setting Date & Time Setting Auto Clock ADJ (DSC-HX9V only) Auto Area ADJ (DSC-HX9V only) Back to top Viewing images on a TV Viewing an image on a High Definition (HD) TV Viewing an image on an HD TV using the HDMI Cable (sold separately) Viewing an image on a “BRAVIA”...
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Printing Printing still images Printing still images Printing at a shop Back to top Troubleshooting If you have problems If you have problems Troubleshooting Battery pack and power Shooting still images/movies Viewing images Deleting GPS (DSC-HX9V only) Computers Memory card Internal memory Printing Others...
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TransferJet standard License Trademarks Trademarks Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Operation Search > Operation Search > Search by Operation Operation Search Search by Operation Before Use Shooting Learning about the camera’s functions Viewing In-Camera Guide Function Guide Using 3D Functions Leaving the settings to the camera Using MENU items (Shooting) Intelligent Auto Using MENU items (Viewing)
Scene Selection(Backlight Correction HDR) Flash(On) Shooting in dark places Scene Selection(Hand-held Twilight) Scene Selection(High Sensitivity) Flash(Slow Synchro) Changing focus position Focus Face Detection Changing image size Still Image Size/Panorama Image Size Movie Quality/Movie Size Changing screen display DISP (Display Setting) Display color Deleting images Delete button...
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Creating AVCHD discs Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Before Use > How to use this User Guide > How to use this User Guide Operation Search How to use this User Guide Before Use Shooting Selecting a topic to display Viewing Returning to a previous page Printing out a page Using 3D Functions...
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Changing the font size Change the font size by changing the setting of your web browser. For how to change the font size setting, refer to the Help of your web browser. Returning to a previous page Use the back button of your web browser or the breadcrumb trail navigation to return to a page you previously viewed.
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Icons in the operating procedure sentences appear when the camera is in its default settings. The default setting is indicated by indicates information that is useful to know. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Using 3D Functions images shot using this camera. Using MENU items (Shooting) Back to top Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Before Use > Names of parts and list of icons displayed on the screen > Names of parts Operation Search Before Use Names of parts Shooting Viewing Using 3D Functions Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV...
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LCD screen (Playback) button Control wheel GPS sensor (built-in, DSC-HX9V only) MOVIE (Movie) button Speaker HDMI connector Hook for wrist strap (In-Camera Guide/Delete) button MENU button Battery insertion slot Tripod receptacle Battery eject lever Access lamp...
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Memory card slot Battery/Memory card cover (TransferJet™) mark Multi connector (Type3b) Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Before Use > Names of parts and list of icons displayed on the screen > List of icons displayed on the screen Operation Search Before Use List of icons displayed on the screen Shooting List of shooting mode icons Viewing...
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Vibration warning Metering Mode Anti Blink Scene Recognition Overlay icon for Superior Auto Burst Shooting Interval Bracket shooting Bracket setting Color Mode Color Saturation Contrast Sharpness Smile Detection Sensitivity indicator Zoom scaling Display Indication AE/AF lock Semi Manual Manual Focus Manual Focus bar ISO400 ISO number...
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CAPTURE Capture 100Min Recordable time Recording Media (Memory card, internal memory) Eye-Fi Mode display Warning indicator pertaining to still image recording Direction (DSC-HX9V only) GPS triangulating status (DSC-HX9V only) Flash mode C:32:00 Self-diagnosis display AF Illuminator Red-eye reduction Defocus Effect Flash charging Display Indication...
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Display Indication Battery remaining Low battery warning Image size/Panorama image size/Quality View mode TransferJet settings 3D images Burst Images Main image in the burst group Protect Print order (DPOF) Playback zoom Display Indication 101-0012 Folder-file number 2011 1-1 Recorded date/time of the playback image 9:30 AM Display Indication...
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Aperture value Database file full/Database file error Overheating warning Playback Variable speed playback Playback bar 00:00:12 Counter Direction GPS information 35˚37´32˝N Latitude and longitude display 139˚44´31˝E Histogram appears when histogram display is disabled. Volume Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Attach the strap and place your hand through the loop to prevent the camera from damage by Viewing being dropped. Using 3D Functions Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Back to top Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Before Use > Using the control wheel > Using the control wheel Operation Search Using the control wheel Before Use Shooting Moving the selection frame on MENU screen, etc. Viewing Selecting an image to be played back Using 3D Functions Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing)
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Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Before Use > Using the internal memory > Using the internal memory Operation Search Using the internal memory Before Use Shooting On image data stored in the internal memory Viewing The camera has approximately 19 MB of internal memory. This memory is not removable. You can record still images on the internal memory when there is no memory card inserted in the Using 3D Functions camera.
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Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Before Use > Using the In-Camera Guide > In-Camera Guide Operation Search In-Camera Guide Before Use Shooting This camera contains an internal function guide. This allows you to search the camera’s Viewing functions according to your needs. You can use the selected function after reading the guide.
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6. To end [In-Camera Guide], press / (In-Camera Guide) button. Notes (In-Camera Guide) button is not available in Easy Mode. [Use this function] may not be available, depending on the selected functions. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Shooting > Shooting still images > Shooting still images Operation Search Shooting still images Before Use Shooting 1. Set the mode dial to (Intelligent Auto), then press the ON/OFF (Power) button. Viewing Using 3D Functions Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings...
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The subject is seen through glass. The subject is moving quickly. There is reflective light or shiny surfaces. The subject is backlit or there is a flashing light. Related Topic Viewing still images Still Image Size/Panorama Image Size Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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When the zoom scale exceeds 16×, set [Digital Zoom]. [Details] Contents list Note Zoom is locked to the W side in the following situations: In Intelligent Sweep Panorama mode In 3D Sweep Panorama mode In Sweep Multi Angle mode Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Shooting > Shooting movies > Shooting movies Operation Search Shooting movies Before Use Shooting 1. Set the mode dial to (Movie Mode), then press the ON/OFF (Power) button. Viewing Using 3D Functions Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV...
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Related Topic Zoom Shooting still images while recording a movie (Dual Rec) Movie Quality/Movie Size Movie format Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Shooting > Shooting movies > Shooting still images while recording a movie (Dual Rec) Operation Search Before Use Shooting still images while recording a movie (Dual Rec) Shooting Viewing You can shoot still images while recording a movie. The camera keeps recording the movie even if you shoot still images.
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Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Shooting > Shooting panoramic images > Intelligent Sweep Panorama Operation Search Intelligent Sweep Panorama Before Use Shooting Allows you to create a panoramic image from composite images. The camera also automatically Viewing detects people’s faces or moving subjects. Using 3D Functions Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing)
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A black, translucent portion (A) appears before shooting. That part will not be recorded. 4. Pan the camera to the end of the guide (B), following the indication on the LCD screen. Shooting a high-resolution panoramic image If you set [Panorama Image Size] to [High Resolution], a 43 megapixel-size panoramic image (10480×4096) can be shot.
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Vertical direction Horizontal direction First, press the shutter button halfway so that you can lock the focus, exposure and white balance. Then, press the shutter button fully down and pan or tilt the camera. If a section with greatly varied shapes or scenery is concentrated along a screen edge, the image composition may fail.
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Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Shooting > Setting still image shooting mode > List of mode dial functions Operation Search List of mode dial functions Before Use Shooting Set the mode dial to the desired function. Viewing Using 3D Functions Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings...
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Related Topic Intelligent Auto Superior Auto Program Auto Manual Exposure Shooting Memory recall mode Intelligent Sweep Panorama Shooting movies 3D Shooting Scene Selection Background Defocus Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
(Low Light), are displayed on the first line. If the camera recognizes a condition, icons such as (Tripod) or (Move) are displayed on the second line. The camera may recognize both the scene and condition, or just one. Related Topic Scene Recognition Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Shooting > Setting still image shooting mode > Superior Auto Operation Search Superior Auto Before Use Shooting The camera combines Scene Recognition and high-quality image technology to automatically Viewing shoot the images with the optimal settings. 1.
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You may not be able to set some functions or MENU items depending on the selected REC mode. For details, see “Functions not available in some REC modes” [Details] and “MENU items not available in some REC modes.” [Details] Related Topic Scene Recognition Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
For details, see “Functions not available in some REC modes” [Details] and “MENU items not available in some REC modes.” [Details] Viewing images on a TV Back to top Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Shooting > Setting still image shooting mode > Manual Exposure Shooting Operation Search Manual Exposure Shooting Before Use Shooting You can shoot at your favorite exposure by manually setting the shutter speed and aperture Viewing value.
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You may not be able to set some functions or MENU items depending on the selected REC mode. For details, see “Functions not available in some REC modes” [Details] and “MENU items not available in some REC modes.” [Details] Related Topic Focus Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
You may not be able to set some functions or MENU items depending on the selected REC mode. For details, see “Functions not available in some REC modes” [Details] and “MENU items not available in some REC modes.” [Details] Related Topic Register Setting Memory recall mode Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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In addition to [3D Still Image], this camera also includes other modes for creating stereoscopic images, such as [3D Sweep Panorama] and [Sweep Multi Angle]. Viewing images on a TV For details, see “3D Functions.” [Details] Using with your computer Printing Back to top Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Shooting > Setting still image shooting mode > Scene Selection Operation Search Scene Selection Before Use Shooting Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene. Viewing 1. Set the mode dial to (Scene Selection).
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Correction HDR) Allows you to shoot sharp images of people with the night view in the background without compromising the atmosphere. (Twilight Portrait) Allows you to shoot night scenes at far distance without losing the dark atmosphere of the surroundings. (Twilight ) Allows you to shoot night scenes with less noise without using a tripod.
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Allows you to record the blue of the water clearly when shooting seaside or lakeside scenes. (Beach) Allows you to record clear images preventing sunken colors in snowy scenes or other places where the whole screen appears white. (Snow) Allows you to record fireworks in all their splendor. (Fireworks) Allows you to shoot subjects with fast movements such as sports.
Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Shooting > Setting still image shooting mode > Background Defocus Operation Search Background Defocus Before Use Shooting Allows you to shoot an image with image processing so that the background and the subject Viewing stands out.
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Zoom scale and position of the subject When you shoot a flower and a small item from close up, turn the W/T (zoom) lever to the W side. For shooting people, move a short distance away from the subject and turn the W/T (zoom) lever to the T side.
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Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Shooting > Setting still image shooting mode > Functions not available in some REC modes Operation Search Before Use Functions not available in some REC modes Shooting Viewing In the table below, indicates a user-changeable function, while — indicates an unchangeable one.
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[Bracket] cannot be selected. Note When the above shooting modes are registered and recalled in (Memory recall mode), the conditions for whether settings can be changed or not remain the same as in the above table. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Shooting > Using shooting functions > Tracking focus Operation Search Tracking focus Before Use Shooting The camera tracks the subject and adjusts focus automatically until you press the shutter button Viewing halfway down, even if the subject is moving. 1.
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Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Shooting > Using shooting functions > DISP (Display Setting) Operation Search DISP (Display Setting) Before Use Shooting Histogram Viewing 1. Press (Display Setting) on the control wheel. Using 3D Functions 2. Select the desired mode with the control wheel. Using MENU items (Shooting) Displays only images.
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A large difference in the histogram displayed during shooting and playback may occur when: The flash strobes. The shutter speed is slow or fast. The histogram may not appear for images recorded using other cameras. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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You may not be able to set some functions or MENU items depending on the selected REC mode. For details, see “Functions not available in some REC modes” [Details] and “MENU items not available in some REC modes.” [Details] Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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You may not be able to set some functions or MENU items depending on the selected REC mode. For details, see “Functions not available in some REC modes” [Details] and “MENU items not available in some REC modes.” [Details] Related Topic Burst Shooting Interval Bracket Setting Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Shooting > Using shooting functions > Self-Timer Operation Search Self-Timer Before Use Shooting Automatic shooting with Self-portrait timer Viewing 1. Press (Self-Timer) on the control wheel. Using 3D Functions 2. Select the desired mode with the control wheel. Using MENU items (Shooting) Does not use the self-timer.
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You can also shoot an image by pressing the shutter button during this operation. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera For details on registering settings, see “Custom Button.” [Details] Contents list Related Topic Custom Button Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Viewing vertical images in full-screen display (DSC-HX9V only) Troubleshooting If the camera is rotated, the horizontal or vertical orientation of the image is determined and the image being played back is automatically rotated. Precautions/About this camera Contents list Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
) to zoom out. Press on the control wheel to cancel playback zoom. To save enlarged images You can save an enlarged image by using the trimming function. Press MENU [Retouch] [Trimming (Resize)]. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Viewing > Viewing still images > Image Index Operation Search Image Index Before Use Shooting Displaying images of the desired date/folder Viewing Viewing images with the Calendar Displays multiple images at the same time. Using 3D Functions 1.
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To cancel the calendar display and return to an index screen, select using the control wheel, then press Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Viewing > Deleting images > Delete button Operation Search Delete button Before Use Shooting Allows you to select unwanted images for deletion. Viewing You can also delete images from the MENU button. [Details] 1.
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When the internal memory is used to record images, [View Mode] is set to [Folder View]. Movies in [AVCHD view] are movies recorded with [Movie format] set to [AVCHD 60i/60p] (for 1080 60i-compliant devices) or [AVCHD 50i/50p] (for 1080 50i-compliant devices). Related Topic Delete Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Viewing > Viewing burst images > Viewing burst images Operation Search Viewing burst images Before Use Shooting Tilt playback Viewing Unfold You can select the playback method for continuous (burst) shots when [View Mode] is set to Using 3D Functions [Date View] and [Display Burst Group] is set to [Display Main Image Only].
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3. Switch the display between single-image display and index display by pressing 4. To cancel the display, press Related Topic View Mode Display Burst Group Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Viewing > Viewing movies > Viewing movies Operation Search Viewing movies Before Use Shooting Displaying the control panel Viewing Capture a still image from a movie Using 3D Functions 1. Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode. 2.
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Mode) (Folder view (MP4)) or (AVCHD view). (Folder view (MP4)): Displays MP4-format movie thumbnails on the index screen. (AVCHD view): Displays movies shot with the recording format set to [AVCHD 60i/60p] or [AVCHD 50i/50p]. [Details] When a movie file is played back to the end, the camera automatically starts playing back the next movie file.
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When the still image has been recorded, the camera will pause. A still image recorded in [MP4 3M] movie format will save as [VGA]. Otherwise, the still image will save as [16:9(2M)]. Related Topic View Mode Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Turn the W/T (zoom) lever to the W side to display the whole image again. Note A panoramic image recorded in [High Resolution] size requires a longer time to scroll than a normal size panoramic image. Related Topic Still Image Size/Panorama Image Size Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
3D Sweep Same as a standard still Panorama Panorama Stereoscopically Panorama image. Sweep Tilt the camera to the Multi Panorama Panorama right or left to view a Stereoscopically Angle stereoscopic image. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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3D TV, respectively. If you delete either the JPEG file or the MPO file comprising a 3D image, that 3D image may not be played back successfully. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
AE/AF lock. If you shoot the image in a dark place, noise may be highly visible. Note The available image size is [16M] or [16:9(12M)]. Related Topic Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using 3D Functions > Shooting 3D images > 3D Sweep Panorama Operation Search 3D Sweep Panorama Before Use Shooting Multiple images are shot while the camera is moving, and these images are compiled into a 3D Viewing image.
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3D shooting may be canceled in the following situations: You pan the camera too quickly or too slowly. There is too much camera shake. Related Topic Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using 3D Functions > Shooting 3D images > Sweep Multi Angle Operation Search Sweep Multi Angle Before Use Shooting As you sweep the camera, the camera shoots multiple images, then compiles them into one Viewing stereoscopic image.
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In [Sweep Multi Angle] mode, you can select only the [16:9(2M)] panorama image size. Refer also to “Notes” for the 3D Sweep Panorama. [Details] Related Topic Viewing images shot in Sweep Multi Angle mode stereoscopically Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Precautions/About this camera Contents list Note 3D images shot in [3D Still Image], [3D Sweep Panorama] mode cannot be played back in 3D on the camera. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using 3D Functions > Viewing 3D images > Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV Operation Search Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV Before Use Shooting You can view 3D images recorded on the camera in 3D format by connecting the camera to a Viewing 3D TV using an HDMI Cable (sold separately).
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Recording may automatically stop to protect the camera after a period of time when you shoot movies in the condition where the camera and TV are connected by an HDMI Cable (sold separately). Related Topic 3D Viewing Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list 4. Select the desired item with on the control wheel or by turning the control wheel. 5. Press the MENU button to close the Menu screen. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
The camera may recognize both the scene and condition, or just one. For details, see “Scene Recognition.” [Details] Note (Walk) is recognized only when [Movie SteadyShot] is set to [Active] in movie mode. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Multi played back stereoscopically on a 3D TV. Precautions/About this camera Angle) Contents list Related Topic 3D Still Image 3D Sweep Panorama Sweep Multi Angle Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Scene Selection Operation Search Scene Selection Before Use Shooting Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene. For still images: Viewing 1.
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Allows you to shoot three images having different exposures to create a single image with a greater range of gradation. The camera combines the dark parts of an image taken with a bright exposure setting and the bright parts of an image taken with a dark exposure setting.
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(Gourmet)* Allows you to shoot images of your pet with the best settings. (Pet)* Allows you to shoot images with the proper settings for seaside or lakeside scenes. (Beach) Allows you to record clear images preventing sunken colors in snowy scenes or other places where the whole screen appears white.
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You may not be able to set some functions or MENU items depending on the selected REC mode. For details, see “Functions not available in some REC modes” [Details] and “MENU items not available in some REC modes.” [Details] Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Note Contents list Register shooting settings in advance using (Register Setting). Related Topic Memory recall mode Register Setting Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Easy Mode Operation Search Easy Mode Before Use Shooting On Scene Recognition Viewing Shooting functions available in Easy Mode (Shooting) Allows you to shoot still images using the minimum necessary functions. Using 3D Functions The text size increases and indicators become easier to see.
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Self-Timer Select between [On] or [Off] mode. on the control wheel desired mode Flash Select between [Auto] or [Off] mode. Related Topic Scene Recognition GPS setting (DSC-HX9V only) Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
(Mid) Adds an average Background Defocus effect. (High) Adds a strong Background Defocus effect. Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Related Topic Printing Background Defocus Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Back to top Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Still Image Size/Panorama Image Size Operation Search Before Use Still Image Size/Panorama Image Size Shooting Image size when shooting still images Viewing 3D Still Image Size Using 3D Functions Image size in Easy Mode Using MENU items (Shooting)
Few pixels (Rough image quality but small file size) Image size when shooting still images 1. MENU (Still Image Size) desired size Image No. of Usage guidelines Printing size images Less Fine For prints up to A3+ size (4608×3456) For prints up to A3 size (3648×2736) For prints from 10×15 cm up to A4 size (2592×1944)
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If you cannot print panoramic images recorded in [High Resolution] size due to the large size, use the resize function in the supplied software “PMB”. “PMB” allows you to resize panoramic images recorded in [High Resolution] to 50% etc. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Movie Quality/Movie Size Operation Search Movie Quality/Movie Size Before Use Shooting The larger the size of the movie image, the higher the image quality. The higher the amount of Viewing data used per second (average bit-rate), the higher the image quality.
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Convert the image using “PMB” before saving to a disc. DVD or AVCHD discs cannot be created from movies recorded in [AVC HD 24M (FX)] quality. Save [AVC HD 24M (FX)] quality movies to Blu-ray discs. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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You may not be able to set some MENU items depending on the selected REC mode. For details, see “MENU items not available in some REC modes.” [Details] Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > ISO Operation Search Before Use Shooting Adjusts the luminous sensitivity when the camera is set to Manual Exposure Shooting, Program Viewing Auto or (Advanced Sports Shooting) in Scene Selection. Adjusts the sensitivity using the control wheel in Manual Exposure Shooting Mode.
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[ISO Auto], [ISO 100] – [ISO 800] are available in burst shooting mode or bracket shooting mode. You may not be able to set some MENU items depending on the selected REC mode. For details, see “MENU items not available in some REC modes.” [Details] Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > White Balance Operation Search White Balance Before Use Shooting To capture the basic white color in [One Push Set] mode Viewing Adjusts color tones according to the surrounding light conditions. Use this function if image color appears unnatural.
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Do not shake or strike the camera while [One Push Set] is in progress. When flash mode is set to [On] or [Slow Synchro], the white balance is adjusted to the condition with the flash emitting. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > White Balance Shift Operation Search White Balance Shift Before Use Shooting Allows you to use the selected white balance as the base value and apply the set correction Viewing value to change the color and record an image.
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Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Focus Operation Search Focus Before Use Shooting Using Flexible Spot AF Viewing Using Semi Manual/Manual Focus You can change the focus method. Use the menu when it is difficult to get the proper focus in Using 3D Functions auto focus mode.
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Focus) Notes 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. When the focus mode is set to other than [Multi AF], you cannot use the Face Detection function.
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Wipe the lens with a soft cloth, etc. The focus distance range is limited according to the zoom scaling. Once you change the focus method, the distance of the Manual Focus you set up is cleared. Related Topic Tracking focus Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
If you set [Metering Mode] to other than [Multi], the Face Detection function cannot be used. You may not be able to set some MENU items depending on the selected REC mode. For details, see “MENU items not available in some REC modes.” [Details] Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Viewing images on a TV Note In slow shutter speed conditions, the burst of shots per second may be decreased. Using with your computer Printing Related Topic Troubleshooting Burst/Bracket Precautions/About this camera Back to top Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
You may not be able to set some functions or MENU items depending on the selected REC mode. For details, see “Functions not available in some REC modes” [Details] and “MENU items not available in some REC modes.” [Details] Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Scene Recognition Operation Search Scene Recognition Before Use Shooting Advanced mode Viewing The camera automatically detects shooting conditions, and then takes the shot. When a motion is detected, the ISO sensitivity is increased according to the movement to reduce subject blur.
If the eyes are closed in both images, the message “Blinked eye detected” is displayed. * except when the flash strobes/when the shutter speed is slow. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
You may not be able to set some MENU items depending on the selected REC mode. For Precautions/About this camera details, see “MENU items not available in some REC modes.” [Details] Contents list Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Smile Shutter Operation Search Smile Shutter Before Use Shooting When the camera detects a smile, the shutter is released automatically. Viewing Using 3D Functions Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings...
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You may not be able to set some MENU items depending on the selected REC mode. For details, see “MENU items not available in some REC modes.” [Details] Related Topic Smile Detection Sensitivity Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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You may not be able to set some MENU items depending on the selected REC mode. For Troubleshooting details, see “MENU items not available in some REC modes.” [Details] Precautions/About this camera Contents list Related Topic Smile Shutter Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
[Off]. You may not be able to set some MENU items depending on the selected REC mode. For details, see “MENU items not available in some REC modes.” [Details] Related Topic Tracking focus Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Color Mode Operation Search Color Mode Before Use Shooting You can change the vividness of the image, and use special effects. Viewing 1. MENU (Color Mode) desired mode Using 3D Functions...
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Note You may not be able to set some MENU items depending on the selected REC mode. For details, see “MENU items not available in some REC modes.” [Details] Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
You may not be able to set some MENU items depending on the selected REC mode. For Printing details, see “MENU items not available in some REC modes.” [Details] Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Back to top Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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You may not be able to set some MENU items depending on the selected REC mode. For Printing details, see “MENU items not available in some REC modes.” [Details] Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Back to top Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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You may not be able to set some MENU items depending on the selected REC mode. For Printing details, see “MENU items not available in some REC modes.” [Details] Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
When the Anti Blink function is set to [Auto] but only images with the subject’s eyes closed are recorded, the message “Blinked eye detected” is displayed on the LCD screen. Shoot again as necessary. Related Topic Scene Selection Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Viewing images on a TV Note If you change the setting for [Movie SteadyShot], the angle of view wll change. Using with your computer Printing Related Topic Troubleshooting Shooting movies Precautions/About this camera Contents list Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Position Information (DSC-HX9V only) Operation Search Before Use Position Information (DSC-HX9V only) Shooting Viewing The GPS triangulating status can be checked. Set the camera to triangulate when the position information is being displayed.
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Related Topic GPS setting (DSC-HX9V only) GPS (DSC-HX9V only) Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > MENU items (Shooting) > Register Setting Operation Search Register Setting Before Use Shooting Items that can be registered Viewing To recall registered settings Allows you to register up to 3 commonly-used modes or camera settings in the camera. You can Using 3D Functions recall the settings using (Memory recall mode).
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Search the function and meaning of displayed icons. Troubleshooting Search common problems and their solution. Objective guide Search functions according to your needs. Keyword Search functions by key words. History Display the last 12 items displayed in [In-Camera Guide]. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Shooting) > Shooting MENU list > MENU items not available in some REC modes Operation Search Before Use MENU items not available in some REC modes Shooting Viewing In the table below, indicates settings that can be changed, while indicates settings that cannot be changed.
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Interval Bracket Setting Scene Recognition Soft Skin Effect* Smile Shutter Smile Detection Sensitivity Face Detection* Color Mode Color Saturation Contrast Sharpness Anti Blink Movie Quality Movie Size Movie SteadyShot Position Information (DSC-HX9V only) Register Setting In-Camera Guide (Settings) *1 [Flash] cannot be selected for [White Balance] when Scene Selection is set to (Anti Motion Blur), (Hand-held Twilight) or (High Sensitivity).
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Only the items that are available for each mode are displayed on the screen. When the above shooting modes are registered and recalled in (Memory recall mode), the conditions for whether settings can be changed or not remain the same as in the above table. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Precautions/About this camera Contents list 4. Select the desired item with on the control wheel or by turning the control wheel. 5. Press in the center of the control wheel to execute the function. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > MENU items (Viewing) > Slideshow Operation Search Slideshow Before Use Shooting Continuous Playback Viewing Slideshow with music Images are automatically played back in succession. Using 3D Functions 1. Press the (Playback) button to switch to playback mode.
Viewing panoramic images during continuous playback The whole panoramic image is displayed for 3 seconds. You can scroll a panoramic image by pressing Slideshow with music 1. MENU (Slideshow) [Slideshow with music] on the control wheel Displays the setting screen. 2.
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If you cannot play back a music file due to damage or other malfunctions of the file, execute [Empty Music] and transfer the music again. [Details] Related Topic “Music Transfer” Installing “PMB” and “Music Transfer” (Windows) Installing “Music Transfer” (Macintosh) Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Related Topic Changing settings Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV Viewing images on a TV Back to top Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > MENU items (Viewing) > Send by TransferJet Operation Search Send by TransferJet Before Use Shooting Receiving images using TransferJet Viewing Using separately sold TransferJet-compatible devices TransferJet is a close-up, wireless transfer technology that allows data to be transferred by Using 3D Functions closely aligning two products that you want to communicate with each other.
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If no image is displayed, press MENU (Settings) (Main Settings) [LUN Setting] [Single]. While connected, data cannot be written to or deleted from the camera. Do not disconnect while importing images to “PMB”. Related Topic TransferJet TransferJet standard Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Use a sufficiently charged battery to register images. If a battery with a low charge is used to register images, it may not be possible to transfer all of the data or the data may be corrupted if the battery charge runs out. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Image Using with your computer image. Only) Printing Plays back all burst images one at a time. (Display Troubleshooting All) Precautions/About this camera Contents list Related Topic Viewing burst images Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Using MENU items (Viewing) > MENU items (Viewing) > Retouch Operation Search Retouch Before Use Shooting Retouches a recorded image and saves it as a new file. Viewing The original image is retained. 1.
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Depending on the image, sufficient correction may not be applied and the image quality may deteriorate. Note You cannot retouch the following images: Panoramic images 3D images Movies Images displayed in a burst group Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Movies in [AVCHD view] are movies recorded with [Movie format] set to [AVCHD 60i/60p] (for 1080 60i-compliant devices) or [AVCHD 50i/50p] (for 1080 50i-compliant devices). Related Topic Delete button Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Select the image for which you want to cancel protection, and unlock it by pressing on the control wheel as the same procedure to protect it. The indicator disappears, and the protection is released. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Select the image to clear the DPOF registration, then press on the control wheel in the same procedure as when making a mark. The mark disappears and the DPOF registration is cleared. Related Topic Printing still images Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Images displayed in a burst group You may not be able to rotate images shot with other cameras. When viewing images on a computer, the image rotation information may not be reflected depending on the software. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Search the function and meaning of displayed icons. Troubleshooting Search common problems and their solution. Objective guide Search functions according to your needs. Keyword Search functions by key words. History Display the last 12 items displayed in [In-Camera Guide]. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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— Group) — — (Retouch) (Delete) (Protect) Print (DPOF) — — — — — (Rotate) (In-Camera Guide) (Settings) Note Only the items that are available for each mode are displayed on the screen. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Changing settings > Changing settings > Changing camera settings Operation Search Changing camera settings Before Use Shooting You can change the settings on the (Settings) screen. Viewing 1. Press the MENU button to display the Menu screen. Using 3D Functions Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing)
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[Shooting Settings] appears only when settings have been entered from shooting mode. [Memory Card Tool] appears only when a memory card is inserted in the camera, while [Internal Memory Tool] appears only when a memory card is not inserted. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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MP4 (AVC) movies are recorded. Sets the recording method to MP4, which is Precautions/About this camera suitable for WEB uploads and e-mail attachments. No discs can be created from MP4 movies, even if you use the supplied software “PMB”. Contents list Related Topic AVCHD format Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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AF range finder frame is displayed by a dotted line. AF operates with priority on subjects located near the center of the frame. The AF illuminator emits very bright light. Although there is no health hazard, do not look directly into the AF illuminator emitter at close range. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
On Displays the grid lines. The grid lines are not recorded. Changing settings Off Does not display the grid lines. Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Back to top Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Total zoom scale when using Smart zoom (including optical zoom 16×) The supported zoom ratio differs depending on the image size. Size Total zoom scale Approx. 20× Approx. 28× Approx. 115× 16:9(2M) Approx. 38× Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
If [Wind Noise Reduct.] is set to [On] even though the wind is not blowing strongly, the recorded sounds other than the wind may be hard to hear. Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Back to top Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Changing settings > Shooting Settings > Red Eye Reduction Operation Search Red Eye Reduction Before Use Shooting The flash strobes two or more times before shooting to reduce the red-eye phenomenon when Viewing using the flash.
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Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Auto Displays the “Blinked eye detected” message. Viewing images on a TV Does not display the message. Using with your computer Printing Back to top Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
If you shot images with the date once, you cannot delete the date from the images later. The dates are doubly printed, if you set the camera to superimpose the dates when printing. The recorded time of the image cannot be superimposed on the image. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) On Expands approximately 2×. Changing settings Off Does not expand approximately 2×. Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Back to top Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Sets the White Balance. Using with your computer Metering Mode Sets the Metering Mode. Smile Shutter Sets the Smile Shutter. Printing Troubleshooting Note Precautions/About this camera [Custom Button] is not available in Easy Mode. Contents list Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Turns on the beep/shutter sound when you press the control wheel/shutter Using MENU items (Viewing) button. Changing settings Turns off the beep/shutter sound. Viewing images on a TV Back to top Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
The LCD screen grows dark if you do not operate the camera while the power is on. Using with your computer When the high-temperature indicator ( ) is displayed, the LCD screen may grow dark regardless of the settings. [Details] Printing Back to top Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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[Language Setting] desired mode Using 3D Functions Using MENU items (Shooting) Back to top Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Black Using MENU items (Viewing) Sets the background color of the LCD screen. White Pink Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Back to top Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Movies in [AVCHD view] are movies recorded with [Movie format] set to [AVCHD 60i/60p] (for 1080 60i-compliant devices) or [AVCHD 50i/50p] (for 1080 50i-compliant devices). [Details] Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Initializes all camera settings. Settings Using with your computer Printing Note Be sure not to turn off the camera while initializing. Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
On Displays the function guide. Using MENU items (Viewing) Off Does not display the function guide. Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Back to top Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Using with your computer Printing Note If you cannot display the screen properly with the [Auto] setting, select either [1080i] or Troubleshooting [1080p] depending on the TV to be connected. Precautions/About this camera Contents list Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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You can perform the operation of the camera with the remote controller of your TV by Printing connecting your camera to a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV. Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Related Topic Contents list Viewing an image on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
If Device Stage* does not appear when connecting the camera to a Windows 7 computer, set [USB Connect Setting] to [Auto]. * Device Stage is a menu screen to manage connected devices, such as a camera. (Function of Windows 7) Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Disables USB power supplied function even if you connect the camera to a device such as a computer using a multi-use terminal USB cable. Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Back to top Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Note Contents list Set [LUN Setting] to [Multi] when uploading images to a media service using “PMB Portable”. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
3. Follow the instructions on the screen to change music files. Using MENU items (Viewing) Back to top Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
1. Execute [Download Music], then make a USB connection between the camera and a Viewing images on a TV computer. Using with your computer 2. Start “Music Transfer”, then restore the default music. Printing Back to top Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Changing settings > Main Settings > GPS setting (DSC-HX9V only) Operation Search GPS setting (DSC-HX9V only) Before Use Shooting Checking triangulating status Viewing The built-in GPS and direction sensor of this camera acquire the information on location or the shooting direction, and record on images.
Shooting direction Indicators North West South East Related Topic Position Information (DSC-HX9V only) GPS assist data (DSC-HX9V only) Auto Clock ADJ (DSC-HX9V only) Auto Area ADJ (DSC-HX9V only) GPS (DSC-HX9V only) Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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If the term of validity of GPS assist data has run out, the time until you can record location information cannot be shortened. Contents list Related Topic GPS setting (DSC-HX9V only) GPS (DSC-HX9V only) Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Changing settings > Main Settings > TransferJet Operation Search TransferJet Before Use Shooting You can select TransferJet communication settings. TransferJet is a close-up, wireless transfer Viewing technology that allows data to be transferred by closely aligning two products that you want to communicate with each other.
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Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Changing settings > Main Settings > Eye-Fi Operation Search Eye-Fi Before Use Shooting Transferring image data using the Eye-Fi card Viewing Sets whether to use the upload function of an Eye-Fi card (commercially available), when you use the Eye-Fi card with this camera.
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“Endless Memory Mode.” Make sure that Eye-Fi cards that you insert into this product have “Endless Memory Mode” turned off. For details on setting “Endless Memory Mode”, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Eye-Fi card. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Contents list Note The camera does not enter Power Save mode under conditions such as during a slideshow, during movie playback or when the camera is connected to a TV or a computer. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Using MENU items (Viewing) [Format] [OK] Changing settings Note Viewing images on a TV Note that formatting permanently erases all data including even protected images. Using with your computer Printing Back to top Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Troubleshooting Up to 4,000 images can be stored in one folder. When the folder capacity is exceeded, a new folder is automatically created. Precautions/About this camera Contents list Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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You cannot select a folder with a number that has only “ MSDCF” or “ Viewing images on a TV ANV01” as a recording folder. Using with your computer You cannot move recorded images to another folder. Printing Back to top Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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If a folder contains protected images or files that cannot be played back by the camera, Using with your computer images other than these images are deleted and the folder will remain. Printing Troubleshooting Back to top Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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The data will be copied to the recording folder that is currently being used, with a number one higher than the largest data number in that folder. [Details] Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Back to top Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Starts from 0001 each time the folder is changed. (When the recording folder Reset contains a file, a number one higher than the largest number is assigned.) Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Back to top Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Changing settings > Clock Settings > Area Setting Operation Search Area Setting Before Use Shooting DSC-HX9: Viewing Adjusts the time to the local time of a selected area. Setting a frequently visited destination lets you easily adjust the time when you visit that Using 3D Functions destination.
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4. [OK] Date & Time Format You can select the date and time display format. Summer Time/Daylight Savings You can select Daylight Savings [On]/[Off]. Date & Time You can set the date and time. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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You must set [Date & Time Setting] on the camera before using it. Troubleshooting There may be discrepancies of a few seconds. Depending on the area, it may not function correctly. Precautions/About this camera Contents list Related Topic GPS setting (DSC-HX9V only) GPS (DSC-HX9V only) Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Depending on the area, [Auto Area ADJ] may not function correctly. In that case, set [Auto Area ADJ] to [Off]. Precautions/About this camera Contents list Related Topic GPS setting (DSC-HX9V only) GPS (DSC-HX9V only) Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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“PhotoTV HD” allows for a highly-detailed, photo-like expression of subtle textures and colors. When the camera is connected to a Sony TV compatible with Video A mode using an HDMI Cable, your TV is automatically set to the picture quality suitable for still images. When the setting of the TV is set to Video, the picture quality is set to that suitable for movies.
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Movies in [AVCHD view] are movies recorded with [Movie format] set to [AVCHD 60i/60p] (for 1080 60i-compliant devices) or [AVCHD 50i/50p] (for 1080 50i-compliant devices). Related Topic Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Viewing images on a TV > Viewing an image on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV > Viewing an image on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV Operation Search Before Use Viewing an image on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV Shooting Viewing When you use a TV that has “BRAVIA”...
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HDMI to another manufacturer’s TV, press MENU (Settings) (Main Settings) [CTRL FOR HDMI] [Off]. When the camera is in Easy Mode, SYNC MENU does not appear on the TV. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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3. Turn on the TV and set the input. 4. Press (Playback) button to turn on the camera. Images shot with the camera appear on the TV. Select the desired image with the control wheel. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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2.0) allows advanced transfer (high speed transfer), as the camera is compatible with Hi- Speed USB (USB 2.0). When your computer resumes activity from suspend or sleep mode, communication between the camera and your computer may not recover at the same time. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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2.0) allows advanced transfer (high speed transfer), as the camera is compatible with Hi- Contents list Speed USB (USB 2.0). When your computer resumes activity from suspend or sleep mode, communication between the camera and your computer may not recover at the same time. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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HX9V only). For other details, see (PMB Help). Movies in [AVCHD view] are movies recorded with [Movie format] set to [AVCHD 60i/60p] (for 1080 60i-compliant devices) or [AVCHD 50i/50p] (for 1080 50i-compliant devices). Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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[Download Music], and connect the camera to the computer. Viewing images on a TV For other details, see the help in “Music Transfer”. Using with your computer Related Topic Printing Download Music Troubleshooting Empty Music Precautions/About this camera Back to top Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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8. Start up the software. To start up “PMB,” click (PMB) on the desktop. For the detailed operation method, see the following PMB support page (English only): http://www.sony.co.jp/pmb-se/ or click (PMB Help). To start up “PMB” from the Start menu, select [Start] [All Programs] (PMB).
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Viewing images on a TV Shut down all other application software before you install “Music Transfer”. For installation, you need to log on as Administrator. Using with your computer Printing Back to top Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
When connecting the camera to a computer using the multi-use terminal USB cable, power feeding from the computer starts if [USB Power Supply] is set to [On]. ([On] is the Contents list default setting.) Related Topic USB Connect Setting LUN Setting Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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PC while the camera is connected to a PC, the image file may be destroyed or Printing playback may become impossible. Do not delete or copy movies in [AVCHD view] from a PC to the camera’s memory card. Sony bears no responsibility for the result of operations of Troubleshooting this type.
PC while the camera is connected to a PC, the image file may be destroyed or Printing playback may become impossible. Do not delete or copy movies in [AVCHD view] from a PC to the camera’s memory card. Sony bears no responsibility for the result of operations of Troubleshooting this type.
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Macintosh computer, and the camera is disconnected from the computer. The disconnect icon may not appear when you use a Windows 7 computer. In this case, you can disconnect the camera from the computer without following the above steps. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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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.
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When using Windows 7, the screen automatically switches to Mass Storage connection when starting up “PMB Portable”. Movies in [AVCHD view] are movies recorded with [Movie format] set to [AVCHD 60i/60p] (for 1080 60i-compliant devices) or [AVCHD 50i/50p] (for 1080 50i-compliant devices). Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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“PMB Portable” by downloading the PMB Portable installer from the website. Movies in [AVCHD view] are movies recorded with [Movie format] set to [AVCHD 60i/60p] (for 1080 60i-compliant devices) or [AVCHD 50i/50p] (for 1080 50i-compliant devices). Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
DVDs, etc.) Notes If you create a disc using Sony DVDirect (DVD Writer), use the memory card slot of the DVD Writer or connect the DVD Writer via USB connection to transfer the data. If you use Sony DVDirect (DVD Writer), check that the firmware is updated to the newest version.
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DVD-R / DVD+R / DVD+R DL: Cannot be re-written. DVD-RW / DVD+RW: Can be re-written and used again. Always maintain your PlayStation®3 to use the latest version of the PlayStation®3 system software. The PlayStation®3 may not be available in some countries/regions. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Movies recorded in [AVC HD 28M (PS)] or [AVC HD 24M (FX)] Disc creation may take time. Movies in [AVCHD view] are movies recorded with [Movie format] set to [AVCHD 60i/60p] (for 1080 60i-compliant devices) or [AVCHD 50i/50p] (for 1080 50i-compliant devices). Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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The PC must be connected to the Internet the first time a DVD-Video disc is created. Contents list Movies in [AVCHD view] are movies recorded with [Movie format] set to [AVCHD 60i/60p] (for 1080 60i-compliant devices) or [AVCHD 50i/50p] (for 1080 50i-compliant devices). Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Movies in [AVCHD view] are movies recorded with [Movie format] set to [AVCHD 60i/60p] Using with your computer (for 1080 60i-compliant devices) or [AVCHD 50i/50p] (for 1080 50i-compliant devices). Printing Back to top Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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When you print still images shot in [16:9] mode, both edges may be cut off. Using with your computer You cannot print panorama images depending on the printer. Printing Back to top Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Before you take image data to a shop, always copy (back up) your data to a disk. Printing You cannot set the number of prints. Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Related Topic Print (DPOF) Contents list Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Using MENU items (Viewing) 3. Initialize the settings. [Details] 4. Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Changing settings Be aware that by sending the camera for repair, you give consent that the contents of the Viewing images on a TV internal memory, music files may be checked.
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Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Battery pack and power Operation Search Battery pack and power Before Use Shooting Cannot insert the battery pack into the camera. Viewing Make sure the direction of the battery pack is correct, and insert it until the battery eject lever Using 3D Functions is locked.
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10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F). The camera makes a noise when it is shaken. If the power is not on, the camera may make a noise when it is shaken. This is not a malfunction. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Shooting still images/movies Operation Search Shooting still images/movies Before Use Shooting Cannot record images. Viewing If images are recorded on the internal memory even when a memory card is inserted into the Using 3D Functions camera, make sure that the memory card is fully inserted into the camera.
Shooting in 3D Sweep Panorama mode Shooting in Sweep Multi Angle mode You cannot use the Smart zoom depending on the image size. [Details] You cannot use the digital zoom when: Shooting in Superior Auto mode Shooting in Background Defocus mode Shooting 3D still images (Backlight Correction HDR) or (Advanced Sports Shooting) mode is selected in the...
[Scene Recognition] is set to [Advanced]. [Details] When the brightness of the subject changes, there will be a clicking sound. This is the sound of the ND filter inside the lens working. It is not a malfunction. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Troubleshooting > Viewing images Operation Search Viewing images Before Use Shooting Cannot play back images. Viewing Make sure that the memory card is fully inserted into the camera. Using 3D Functions The folder/file name has been changed on your computer.
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Cancel the protection. [Details] Using 3D Functions Back to top Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Use “PMB” to import the movies with GPS location information to your computer. Excessive error in compass information. Do not place the camera in close proximity to a magnetic source, or a metal. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Using MENU items (Shooting) PRO Duo” media. Users of computers and “Memory Stick” media Readers/Writers made by manufacturers other than Sony should contact those manufacturers. Using MENU items (Viewing) If “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media is not supported, connect the camera to the computer. The Changing settings computer recognizes the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”...
Images once exported to a computer cannot be viewed on the camera. Use “PMB” to play images stored on a PC with this camera. Register the image in the Image Database File and play in [Date View]. [Details] Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Images are recorded on the internal memory even when a memory card is inserted into the camera. Using with your computer Make sure that the memory card is fully inserted into the camera. Printing Troubleshooting Back to top Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Viewing images on a TV Cannot copy the data on the memory card or the computer to the internal memory. Using with your computer This feature is not available. Printing Troubleshooting Back to top Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
The 3D images displayed on the camera are MPO files, but the images to be printed are JPEG files, so in some cases, the images to be printed out are not the same as the ones displayed on the LCD screen. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
24 hours or more with the power left off. The date or time is incorrect. The Area Setting is set to a different location than your current location. Change the setting by MENU (Settings) [Clock Settings] [Area Setting]. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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E:94: There is a malfunction when writing or deleting data. Repair is required. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Be prepared to give all numbers in the error code beginning from the E. Back to top...
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Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Warning indicators and messages > Messages Operation Search Messages Before Use Shooting If the following messages appear, follow the instructions. Viewing Using 3D Functions Using MENU items (Shooting) The battery level is low. Charge the battery pack immediately. Depending on the conditions of use or the type of battery pack, the indicator may flash even though there are still 5 minutes Using MENU items (Viewing) to 10 minutes of remaining battery time left.
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SD card (Class 4 or faster). The memory card is locked. Check the tab. You are using the memory card with the write-protect switch, and the switch is set to the LOCK position. Set the switch to the recording position. This is a read- only memory card.
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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 You have selected a folder that cannot be set as a recording folder on the camera. Select another folder.
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Processing and other editing functions of the camera cannot be performed on image files that have been processed using a computer or images that were recorded with other cameras. Preparing image database file. Please wait. The camera restores the date information, etc., in cases where images have been deleted on a PC, etc.
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Either communication was cut off during image transfer, or transfer was cut off because device memory is full. Check the available memory capacity and try transferring data using TransferJet again. You may not be able to receive the image depending on the image. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Precautions/About this camera > Precautions > Precautions Operation Search Precautions Before Use Shooting Internal memory and memory card back up Viewing On database files Do not use/store the camera in the following places Using 3D Functions On carrying Using MENU items (Shooting)
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The camera conforms with DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) universal standard established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). Sony does not guarantee that the camera will play back images recorded or edited with other equipment, or that other equipment will play back images recorded with the camera.
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Do not cover the flash with your fingers. Do not carry the camera by the flash unit, or use excessive strength on it. If water, dust or sand get into the open flash unit, it may cause a malfunction. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Charging method of the internal rechargeable backup battery Insert charged battery pack in the camera, and then leave the camera for 24 hours or more with Using with your computer the power off. Printing Back to top Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Precautions/About this camera > Precautions > Battery pack Operation Search Battery pack Before Use Shooting On charging the battery pack Viewing Effective use of the battery pack Remaining battery charge Using 3D Functions How to store the battery pack Using MENU items (Shooting) On battery life...
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The NP-BG1 (supplied) can be used only in G type compatible Cyber-shot models. If you use the NP-FG1 battery pack (sold separately), the minutes also appear after the battery remaining indicator ( 60 Min). Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Shooting The supplied AC Adaptor is dedicated to this camera. Do not connect with other electronic Viewing devices. Doing so may cause a malfunction. Also, make sure to use a genuine Sony AC Adaptor. Using 3D Functions If the Power/charge lamp of the camera flashes during charging, remove the battery pack being charged, and then insert the same battery pack into the camera securely again.
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Cyber-shot User Guide Print Top page > Precautions/About this camera > Precautions > Memory card Operation Search Memory card Before Use Shooting Memory card Viewing Note on using the memory card adaptor (sold separately) “Memory Stick” media Using 3D Functions When using a “Memory Stick Duo”...
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High temperature locations such as the hot interior of a car parked in direct sunlight Locations exposed to direct sunlight Humid locations or locations with corrosive substances present Note on using the memory card adaptor (sold separately) When inserting a memory card into a memory card adaptor, make sure the memory card is inserted facing in the correct direction, then insert it all the way in.
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Do not touch the camera with any of the above on your hand. Contents list Do not leave the camera in contact with rubber or vinyl for a long time. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
When the number of remaining shootable images is greater than 9,999, the “>9999” indicator appears. When an image shot with other cameras is played back on this camera, the image may not appear in the actual image size. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
When you record a fast-moving subject, the image is clearer but the recordable time is shorter because more memory is required for recording. The recordable time also varies depending on the shooting conditions, the subject or the image quality/size settings. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
An electronic voltage transformer is unnecessary and its use may cause a malfunction. Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Back to top Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Using with your computer United Kingdom, Viet Nam, etc. Printing PAL-M system Troubleshooting Brazil Precautions/About this camera PAL-N system Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay Contents list SECAM system Bulgaria, France, Greece, Guiana, Iran, Iraq, Monaco, Russia, Ukraine, etc. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
For details, see the operating instructions supplied with Intelligent Pantilter. Using 3D Functions Using MENU items (Shooting) Using MENU items (Viewing) Changing settings Viewing images on a TV Using with your computer Printing Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
*2 720p specification A high definition specification which utilizes 720 effective scanning lines and the progressive system. *3 Data recorded in AVCHD format other than the above mentioned cannot be played on your camera. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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If you do not want to record location and direction information, select [Off] for the GPS setting. On the other restriction Use GPS in accordance with the regulations of the place or situation. On the geographic coordinate system The “WGS-84” geographic coordinate system is used. Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
Use the “SCSI” communication protocol above when connecting to a TransferJet-compatible Viewing images on a TV device (sold separately). Or, use the “OBEX” communication protocol when sharing data between cameras. Using with your computer Printing Back to top Troubleshooting Precautions/About this camera Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Read “license2.pdf” in the “License” folder on the CD-ROM. You will find licenses (in English) of “GPL”, and “LGPL” software. To view the PDF, Adobe Reader is needed. If it is not installed on your computer, you can download it from the Adobe Systems web page: http://www.adobe.com/ Back to top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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“BRAVIA,” “PhotoTV HD,” “DVDirect,” TransferJet and the TransferJet logo Using MENU items (Viewing) “Blu-ray Disc” and the logo are trademarks. “AVCHD” and “AVCHD” logotype are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Changing settings Corporation. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.