Digital Still Camera
Instruction Manual
DSC-H7/H9
GB
For details on the advanced operations, please access
“Cyber-shot Handbook” and “Cyber-shot Step-up Guide”
contained on the supplied CD-ROM via a computer.
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.
© 2007 Sony Corporation
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long periods of time, unplug it from the wall
outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system.
This will prevent damage to the set due to
lightning and power-line surges.
[ Cleaning
Unplug the set from the wall outlet before
cleaning or polishing it. Do not use liquid cleaners
or aerosol cleaners. Use a cloth lightly dampened
with water for cleaning the exterior of the set.
Service
[ Damage Requiring Service
Installation
Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
[ Water and Moisture
Do not use power-line operated sets near water –
for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen
sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a
swimming pool, etc.
–When the power cord or plug is damaged or
frayed.
–If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
into the set.
–If the set has been exposed to rain or water.
–If the set has been subject to excessive shock by
being dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged.
–If the set does not operate normally when
following the operating instructions. Adjust only
those controls that are specified in the operating
instructions. Improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and will often
require extensive work by a qualified technician
to restore the set to normal operation.
[ Power-Cord Protection
Route the power cord so that it is not likely to be
walked on or pinched by items placed upon or
against them, paying particular attention to the
plugs, receptacles, and the point where the cord
exits from the appliance.
[ Accessories
Do not place the set on an unstable cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table. The set may fall, causing
serious injury to a child or an adult, and serious
damage to the set. Use only a cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table recommended by the
manufacturer.
–When the set exhibits a distinct change in
performance – this indicates a need for service.
[ Servicing
Do not attempt to service the set yourself as
opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards.
[ Ventilation
The slots and openings in the cabinet are provided
for necessary ventilation. To ensure reliable
operation of the set, and to protect it from
overheating, these slots and openings must never
be blocked or covered.
–Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth
or other materials.
–Never block the slots and openings by placing
the set on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar
surface.
–Never place the set in a confined space, such as a
bookcase, or built-in cabinet, unless proper
ventilation is provided.
–Do not place the set near or over a radiator or
heat register, or where it is exposed to direct
sunlight.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
[ Replacement parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the
service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer that have the same
characteristics as the original parts.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock, or other hazards.
[ Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to the
set, ask the service technician to perform routine
safety checks (as specified by the manufacturer)
to determine that the set is in safe operating
condition.
[ Lightning
For added protection for this set during a lightning
storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for
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Read this first
CAUTION
Replace the battery with the specified type
only. Otherwise, fire or injury may result.
For Customers in the U.S.A.
If you have any questions about this product, you
may call:
Sony Customer Information Center
1-800-222-SONY (7669)
The number below is for the FCC related matters
only.
For Customers in the U.S.A. and
Canada
[ Regulatory Information
[ RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION
BATTERIES
Lithium-Ion batteries are
recyclable.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: DSC-H7
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo,
San Diego, CA 92127U.S.A.
You can help preserve our
environment by returning your
used rechargeable batteries to
the collection and recycling
location nearest you.
Telephone No.: 858-942-2230
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
For more information regarding recycling of
rechargeable batteries, call toll free
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking
Lithium-Ion batteries.
Battery charger
This power unit is intended to be correctly
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: DSC-H9
orientated in a vertical or floor mount position.
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo,
San Diego, CA 92127U.S.A.
Telephone No.: 858-942-2230
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
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[ CAUTION
For Customers in Europe
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.
This product has been tested and found compliant
with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for
using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8
feet).
[ Note:
[ Attention
The electromagnetic fields at the specific
frequencies may influence the picture and sound
of this unit.
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:
[ Notice
If static electricity or electromagnetism causes
data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart
the application or disconnect and connect the
communication cable (USB, etc.) again.
[ Disposal of Old Electrical &
Electronic Equipment (Applicable
in the European Union and other
European countries with separate
collection systems)
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
This symbol on the product or on its packaging
indicates that this product shall not be treated as
household waste. Instead it shall be handed over
to the applicable collection point for the recycling
of electrical and electronic equipment. By
ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you
will help prevent potential negative consequences
for the environment and human health, which
could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste
handling of this product. The recycling of
materials will help to conserve natural resources.
For more detailed information about recycling of
this product, please contact your local Civic
Office, your household waste disposal service or
the shop where you purchased the product.
The supplied interface cable must be used with the
equipment in order to comply with the limits for a
digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of
FCC Rules.
For the State of California, USA
only
Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply,
See
Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains
perchlorate.
Applicable Accessories: Remote Control
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Notice for customers in the
United Kingdom
A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is fitted
to this equipment for your safety and convenience.
Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be
replaced, a fuse of the same rating as the supplied
one and approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362,
(i.e., marked with an
used.
or
mark) must be
If the plug supplied with this equipment has a
detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse
cover after you change the fuse. Never use the
plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the
fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony
service station.
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Table of contents
HOME items ........................................................................................... 24
Supported Operating Systems for USB connection and application
Viewing images ...................................................................................... 35
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Notes on using your camera
[ Internal memory and “Memory
Stick Duo” back up
[ Notes on the LCD screen, the
LCD finder and the lens
Do not turn off the camera or remove the battery
pack or “Memory Stick Duo” while the access
lamp is lighted, as the internal memory data or
“Memory Stick Duo” data may be destroyed.
Always protect your data by making a back up
copy.
• The LCD screen and the LCD finder are
manufactured using extremely high-precision
technology so over 99.99% of the pixels are
operational for effective use. However, there
may be some tiny black points and/or bright
points (white, red, blue or green in color) that
constantly appear on the LCD screen or the
LCD finder. These points are normal in the
manufacturing process and do not affect the
recording in any way.
• When the battery level becomes low, the lens
might stop moving. Insert a charged battery
pack and turn on the camera again.
• Do not hold the camera by taking hold of the
LCD screen.
[ Notes on recording/playback
• Before you start recording, make a trial
recording to make sure that the camera is
working correctly.
• This camera is neither dust-proof, nor splash-
proof, nor water-proof. Read “Precautions”
(page 36) before operating the camera.
• Be careful not to get the camera wet. Water
entering the inside of the camera may cause
malfunctions which in some cases may not be
repairable.
• Do not aim the camera at the sun or other bright
light. It may cause the malfunction of your
camera.
• Do not use the camera near a location that
generates strong radio waves or emits radiation.
The camera may not be able to record or play
back properly.
• Using the camera in sandy or dusty locations
may cause malfunctions.
[ On image data compatibility
• If moisture condensation occurs, remove it
• Do not shake or strike the camera. In addition to
malfunctions and an inability to record images,
this may render the recording medium unusable,
or cause image data breakdown, damage or loss.
• Clean the flash surface before use. The heat of
flash emission may cause dirt on the flash
surface to become discolored or to stick to the
flash surface, resulting in insufficient light
emission.
• This camera conforms with DCF (Design rule
for Camera File system) universal standard
established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and
Information Technology Industries
Association).
• Playback of images recorded with your camera
on other equipment and playback of images
recorded or edited with other equipment on your
camera are not guaranteed.
[ Warning on copyright
Television programs, films, videotapes, and other
materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized
recording of such materials may be contrary to the
provisions of the copyright laws.
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[ No compensation for contents of
the recording
The contents of the recording cannot be
compensated for if recording or playback is not
possible due to a malfunction of your camera or
recording media, etc.
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Getting started
Checking the accessories supplied
• Battery charger BC-CSG/BC-CSGB/
BC-CSGC (1)
• Shoulder strap (1)
• Remote Control (1)
• Power cord (mains lead) (1)
(not supplied in the USA and Canada)
• Lens hood (1)/Adaptor ring (1)
• Lens cap (1)/Lens cap strap (1)
• Rechargeable battery pack NP-BG1 (1)/
Battery case (1)
• USB, A/V cable for multi-use terminal (1)
• CD-ROM (Cyber-shot application software/
“Cyber-shot Handbook”/“Cyber-shot Step-up
Guide”) (1)
• Instruction Manual (this manual) (1)
Attaching the shoulder strap and the lens cap
Attach the strap to prevent the camera from damage by being dropped, etc.
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[ Remote Control
Transmitter
HOME button
SHUTTER button
for shooting: Zoom (W/T) button
SLIDE SHOW button
MENU button
for viewing:
/
(playback
zoom)/
(Index) button
Control button
Note
WARNING
Remove the insulation sheet before using the
Remote Control.
Battery may explode if mistreated. Do
not recharge, disassemble or dispose of
in fire.
Insulation sheet
• When the lithium battery becomes weak, the
operating distance of the Remote Control may
shorten, or the Remote Control may not function
properly. In this case, replace the battery with a
Sony CR2025 lithium battery.
Use of another battery may present a risk of fire
or explosion.
• The Remote Control has a button type lithium
battery (CR2025) built in. Do not use batteries
other than CR2025.
To change the battery of the
Remote Control
1
While pressing on the tab, inset your
fingernail into the slit to pull out the
battery case.
2
3
Place a new battery with the + side facing
up.
Insert the battery case back into the
Remote Control until it clicks.
Tab
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1 Preparing the battery pack
For customers in the USA and
Canada
For customers other than those in the USA and
Canada
Plug
ꢀ
ꢀ
CHARGE lamp
CHARGE lamp
Power cord (mains lead)
1Insert the battery pack into the battery charger.
2Connect the battery charger to the wall outlet (wall socket).
The CHARGE lamp lights on, and charging starts.
When the CHARGE lamp turns off, charging is finished (Practical charge).
If you continue charging the battery pack for about one more hour (until it is fully charged), the charge
will last slightly longer.
[ Charging time
Full charge time
Practical charge time
Approx. 330 min.
Approx. 270 min.
• Time required to charge a fully depleted battery pack at a temperature of 25°C (77°F). Charging may take
longer under certain circumstances or conditions.
• Connect the battery charger to an easily accessible wall outlet (wall socket) close by.
• Even if the CHARGE lamp is not lit, the battery charger is not disconnected from the AC power source
(mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket). If some trouble occurs while using the
battery charger, immediately shut off the power by disconnecting the plug from the wall outlet (wall
socket).
• When charging is finished, disconnect the power cord (mains lead) from the wall outlet (wall socket), and
remove the battery pack from the battery charger.
• Designed for use with compatible Sony batteries.
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2 Inserting the battery pack/a “Memory Stick Duo” (not
supplied)
ꢀ
ꢁ
Insert the “Memory Stick
Duo” all the way in as
shown in the illustration
until it clicks.
Insert the battery pack while
pressing the battery eject
lever with the tip of the
battery pack.
Battery/“Memory Stick
Duo” cover
1Open the battery/“Memory Stick Duo” cover.
2Insert the “Memory Stick Duo” (not supplied) all the way in until it clicks.
3Insert the battery pack.
4Close the battery/“Memory Stick Duo” cover.
[ When there is no “Memory Stick Duo” inserted
The camera records/plays back images using the internal memory (approx. 31 MB).
[ To check the remaining battery time
Press POWER button to turn on and check the remaining battery on the LCD screen.
Battery
remaining
indicator
Battery
remaining
guidelines
Sufficient
power
remaining
Battery
almost fully full
charged
Battery half Battery low, Change the battery
recording/
playback
will stop
soon.
with fully charged
one, or charge the
battery. (The warning
indicator flashes.)
• It takes about one minute until the correct battery remaining indicator appears.
• The displayed battery remaining indicator may not be correct under certain circumstances.
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[ To remove the battery pack/“Memory Stick Duo”
Open the battery/“Memory Stick Duo” cover.
“Memory Stick Duo”
Battery pack
Slide the battery eject lever.
Be sure not to drop the battery pack.
Make sure that the
access lamp is not lit,
then push the “Memory
Stick Duo” in once.
• Never remove the battery pack/“Memory Stick Duo” when the access lamp is lit. This may cause damage
to data in the “Memory Stick Duo”.
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3 Turning the camera on/setting the clock
(Playback) button
POWER button
1
2
3
z button
ꢀ Control button
HOME button
1Press the POWER button or press
(Playback) button.
2Set the clock with the control button.
1 Select the date display format with v/V, then press z.
2 Select each item with b/B and set the numeric value with v/V, then press z.
3 Select [OK], then press z.
[ To change the date and time
Press the HOME button, and select [ Clock Settings] in
[ When you turn on the power
If the camera is running on battery power and you do not operate the camera for about three
minutes, the camera turns off automatically to prevent wearing down the battery pack (Auto
power-off function).
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Shooting images easily
Finder
Microphone
Shutter button
ꢁ
Mode dial
Macro button
DISP button
W/T (Zoom) button
MENU button
Flash button
Control button
Self-timer button
HOME button
Tripod receptacle (bottom)
1Select the desired function from the mode dial.
When shooting still images (Auto Adjustment mode): Select
.
When shooting movies: Select
.
2Hold the camera steady, keeping your arm at your side.
Position the subject
in the center of the
focus frame.
3Shoot with the shutter button.
When shooting still images:
1 Press and hold the shutter button
halfway down to focus.
The z (AE/AF lock) indicator (green)
flashes, a beep sounds, the indicator stops
flashing and remains lit.
2 Press the shutter button fully down.
AE/AF lock indicator
When shooting movies:
Press the shutter button fully down.
To stop recording, press the shutter button fully down again.
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Mode dial/Zoom/Flash/Macro/Self-timer/Display/Finder/Lens hood
[ Using the mode dial
[ W/T Using the zoom
Set the mode dial to the desired function.
Press T to zoom, press W to undo zoom.
Auto Adjustment
Allows easy shooting with the settings
adjusted automatically.
[
Flash (Selecting a flash mode
for still images)
P Program Shift
Press B ( ) on the control button repeatedly
until the desired mode is selected.
: Flash Auto
Strobes when there is insufficient light or
backlight (default setting)
: Flash forced on
Allows you to shoot with the exposure
adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed
and the aperture value). Also you can select
various setting using the menu.
S Shutter Speed Priority Shooting
Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter
speed manually.
A Aperture priority Shooting
Allows you to shoot after adjusting the
aperture value manually.
M Manual Exposure Shooting
: Slow synchro (Flash forced on)
The shutter speed is slow in a dark place to
clearly shoot the background that is out of
flash light.
: Flash forced off
• When using flash, the flash automatically pops
up and strobes. Close the flash by hand after use.
Allows you to shoot after adjusting the
exposure manually.
Movie Recording
Allows you to record movies with audio.
High Sensitivity
Shoot images without a flash even in low
lighting.
[
Macro (Shooting close-up)
Press b ( ) on the control button
repeatedly until the desired mode is
selected.
: Macro off
Portrait
: Macro on (W side: Approx. 1 cm or farther
(13/32 inches or farther), T side: Approx. 120 cm
or farther (3 feet 11 1/4 inches or farther))
Shoot with backgrounds blurred away, and the
subject is sharpened.
Advanced Sports Shooting
Shoot images by predicting the movement of
the subject and setting focus.
Twilight Portrait
Shoot sharp images of people in a dark place
without losing the nighttime atmosphere.
Landscape
[
Using the self-timer
Press V ( ) on the control button
repeatedly until the desired mode is
selected.
: Not using the self-timer
: Setting the 10-second delay self-timer
: Setting the 2-second delay self-timer
Shoot with the focus on a distant subject.
SCN Scene Selection
Press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp
flashes, and a beep sounds until the shutter
operates.
Selects a Scene Selection in the menu.*
*Scene Selection in the menu
Twilight
Shoot night scenes without losing the
nighttime atmosphere.
Beach
Self-timer lamp
Shoot seaside or lakeside scenes with the
blueness of the water captured more vividly.
Snow
Shoot snow scenes in white more clearly.
Fireworks
Shoot fireworks in all their splendor.
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[ DISP Changing the screen
[ To shoot using the finder
display
With the FINDER/LCD button, you can
choose to shoot either using the finder or
the LCD screen. When you use the finder,
the image does not appear on the LCD
screen. Adjust the finder adjustment dial to
your eyesight so that the image appears
clearly within the finder, then shoot the
image.
Press v (DISP) on the control button.
Each time you press v (DISP) button, the
LCD screen or the LCD finder changes as
follows.
Brightness of LCD backlight up
r
Histogram on
r
FINDER/LCD button
Indicators off
r
Indicators on*
* The LCD backlight will return to normal
brightness.
Finder Adjustment
dial
[ Shooting in the dark (DSC-H9
only)
[ Adjusting the angle of the LCD
The Night Shot function lets you shoot
subjects in the dark places without using the
flash.
screen (DSC-H9 only)
You can adjust the angle of the LCD screen.
Set NIGHTSHOT switch to ON.
NIGHTSHOT switch
• Forcing the LCD screen to move over the range
of movement may cause malfunction.
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Storing the lens hood
Position the lens hood as shown below and
turn the lens hood clockwise until it clicks.
[ Attaching the lens hood
1
Attach the adaptor ring while the power is
off.
Adaptor ring
2
3
Turn the position ring and position the
indicator of the adaptor ring to the
indicator of this camera, as illustrated
below.
Indicators
Position ring
Turn the lens hood and position the
indicator to the indicator of the position
ring until it clicks. While doing this, hold
and fix the indicator of the adaptor ring to
not turn.
Lens hood
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Shooting with manual adjustment
[ Using the wheel dial
You can change the following settings by using the wheel dial.
• ISO value
• Shutter speed
• Aperture value
• Exposure value (EV)
• AF range finder frame indicator
– When manual focus is selected, the distance which
AF range finder frame
indicator
Exposure value
the focus is set is adjusted.
Aperture value
Shutter speed
ISO value
Select
Set
Wheel dial
Control button
3
To set other items, press z and then
perform the following operations.
Items that cannot be selected are displayed
as gray.
To select the item
1
Turn the wheel dial to select the item you
want to set.
Move the yellow indication V to select the
item.
To select the value
When the values are displayed in yellow,
the values can be selected and set by turning
the wheel dial. The displayed value is set.
2
Press z on the control button.
The value turns yellow.
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Viewing/deleting images
MENU button
(Playback) button
(playback zoom)/
(Index) button
(playback zoom)
button
Multi connector (side)
HOME button
ꢀ Control button (inside)/
Wheel dial (outside)
Speaker (bottom)
1Press
(Playback) button.
when the camera is powered off, the camera is turned on automatically and set to
If you press
playback mode. To switch to the shooting mode, press again.
2Select an image with b/B on the control button.
Movie:
Press z to play back a movie. (Press z again to stop playback.)
Press B to fast forward, b to rewind. (Press z to return to normal playback.)
Press V to display the volume control screen, then press b/B to adjust the volume.
• By turning the wheel dial, you can also easily view the next/previous image.
[
To delete images
1 Display the image you want to delete, then press MENU.
2 Select [Delete] with v and select [This Image] with b/B, then press z.
3 Select [OK] with v, then press z.
[
To view an enlarged image (playback zoom)
Press
while displaying a still image.
To undo the zoom, press
.
Adjust the position: v/V/b/B
Cancel playback zoom: z
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[
Viewing an index screen
Press (Index) button to display the index screen while a still image is displayed.
Then, select an image with v/V/b/B.
To return to the single image screen, press z.
• You can also access the index screen by selecting [
HOME screen.
Index Display] in
(View Images) on the
• Each time you press
(Index), the number of pictures on the index screen changes.
[ To delete images in index mode
1 Press MENU while the index screen is displayed.
2 Select [Delete] with v and select [Multiple Images] with b/B, then press z.
3 Select the image you want to delete with v/V/b/B, then press z.
mark is checked in the checkbox of the image.
To cancel a selection, select an image you have selected for deletion, then press z again.
4 Press MENU and select [OK] with v, then press z.
• To delete all the images in a folder, select [All In This Folder], then press z in step 2.
[ To play back a series of images (Slide Show)
1 Press HOME and select [
Slide Show] in
2 Select [OK] with v, then press z.
(View Images).
• This is same as pressing the SLIDE SHOW button on the Remote Control.
[ To view images on TV screen
Connect the camera to the TV with the cable for multi-use terminal (supplied).
To audio/video input jacks
To the multi connector
Cable for multi-use terminal
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Learning the various functions – HOME/Menu
Using the HOME screen
The HOME screen is the gateway screen for all the functions of your camera.
You can select the shooting mode or playback mode, or change the settings from the HOME
screen.
Control button
z button
HOME button
1Press HOME to display the HOME screen.
Category
Item
Guide
2 Select a category with b/B on the control button.
3 Select an item with v/V, then press z.
[ When you select the
(Manage Memory) or
(Settings) category
1 Select the desired item with v/V on the control button.
• This is functional only when you select (Settings).
2 Move to the right with B, select a setting with v/V, then press z.
3 Select a setting with v/V, then press z.
• The camera is set to the shooting mode by pressing the shutter button halfway down.
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HOME items
Press HOME button displays the following items. Details on the items are displayed on the
screen by the guide.
Category
Shooting
Items
Shooting
Single Image
Index Display
Slide Show
Print
View Images
Printing, Other
Manage Memory
Music Tool
Download Music
Memory Tool
Memory Stick Tool
Format Music
Format
Change REC. Folder
Create REC. Folder
Copy
Internal Memory Tool
Format
Main Settings
Settings
Main Settings 1
Beep
Function Guide
COMPONENT
Initialize
Main Settings 2
USB Connect
Video Out
Shooting Settings
Shooting Settings 1
AF Illuminator
AF Mode
Grid Line
Digital Zoom
Conversion Lens
Shooting Settings 2
Flash Sync.
Auto Orientation
Expanded Focus
Auto Review
Clock Settings
Language Setting
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Using menu items
MENU button
ꢀ Control button
z button
1Press MENU to display the menu.
Function Guide
• The menu will be displayed only during shooting and playback mode.
• Different items will become visible depending on the selected mode.
2Select the desired item with v/V on the control button.
• If the desired item is hidden, keep pressing v/V until the item appears on the screen.
3Select the desired setting with b/B on the control button.
• If the desired item is hidden, keep pressing b/B until the item appears on the screen.
• Press z after selecting an item in playback mode.
4Press MENU to turn off the menu.
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Menu items
The available menu items vary depending on the camera mode.
The shooting menu is available only in the shooting mode, and the viewing menu is available
only in the playback mode.
Also, the menu items available vary depending on the mode dial position. Only the available
items are displayed on the screen.
Menu for shooting
Scene Selection
Image Size
Face Detection
REC Mode*
Color Mode
Metering Mode*
White Bal
Selects a preset setting according to the scene.
Selects the still image size.
Detects the faces of your subjects and adjusts focus, etc.
Selects the continuous shooting method.
Changes the vividness of the image or adds special effects.
Selects the metering mode.
Adjusts the color tones.
Flash Level
Red Eye Reduction
Contrast
Adjusts the amount of flash light.
Sets to reduce the red-eye phenomenon.
Adjusts the contrast.
Sharpness
Adjusts the sharpness.
SteadyShot
SETUP
Selects the anti-blur mode.
Selects shooting settings.
* Menu items can be set on the menu screen only on DSC-H7. To set menu items on DSC-H9, press the
buttons for each function.
DSC-H9
/BRK button
(REC Mode)
button
(Metering Mode)
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Menu for viewing
(Delete)
Deletes images.
(Slide Show)
(Retouch)
Plays back a series of images.
Retouches images.
(Protect)
Prevents accidental erasure.
Adds a Print order mark on image that you want to print out.
Prints images using a PictBridge compliant printer.
Rotates a still image.
(Print)
(Rotate)
(Select Folder)
Selects the folder for viewing images.
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Enjoying your computer
You can display images shot with the camera on the computer. Also, you can use still images
and movies from the camera more than ever by taking advantage of the software. For details,
refer to “Cyber-shot Handbook”.
Supported Operating Systems for USB connection and application
software (supplied)
For Windows users
For Macintosh users
USB connection
Windows 2000 Professional,
Windows XP Home Edition or
Windows XP Professional
Mac OS 9.1/9.2/ Mac OS X(v10.1
to v10.4)
Application software
“Picture Motion
Browser”
Windows 2000 Professional,
Windows XP Home Edition or
Windows XP Professional
not compatible
• Must be installed with above OS at delivery.
• If your OS does not support USB connections, use a commercially available Memory Stick Reader/Writer.
• For further details on the operating environment of “Picture Motion Browser” Cyber-shot application
software, refer to “Cyber-shot Handbook”.
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Viewing “Cyber-shot Handbook” and “Cyber-shot Step-up Guide”
[ For Windows users
[ For Macintosh users
Turn on your computer, and insert the CD-
ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive.
Follow the instructions below.
1
Turn on your computer, and insert the CD-
ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive.
The screen below appears.
To view the “Cyber-shot Handbook”
1
Select the [Handbook] folder and copy
“Handbook.pdf” stored in the [GB] folder
to your computer.
2
After copying is complete, double-click
“Handbook.pdf”.
When you click the [Cyber-shot Handbook]
button, the screen for copying “Cyber-shot
Handbook” appears.
To view the “Cyber-shot Step-up Guide”
1
2
Copy the [stepupguide] folder in the
[stepupguide] folder to your computer.
2
3
Follow the on-screen instructions to copy.
When you click the “Cyber-shot Handbook”
button, the both of the “Cyber-shot
Handbook” and the “Cyber-shot Step-up
Guide” will be installed.
Select [stepupguide], [language] and then
[GB] folder stored in the CD-ROM and
copy all the files in the [GB] folder, then
write over them to the files in the [img]
folder stored in [stepupguide] which is
copied to your computer in the step 1.
After the installation is complete, double-
click the shortcut created on the desktop.
3
After copying is completed, double-click
“stepupguide.hqx” in the [stepupguide]
folder to uncompress it, then double-click
the generated file “stepupguide”.
• If an uncompress tool for HQX file is not
installed, install the Stuffit Expander.
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Indicators on the screen
Each time you press v (DISP) button, the
A
Battery remaining
Low battery warning
[ When shooting still images
[ When shooting movies
[ When playing back
E
Image size
Mode dial/Menu (Scene
Selection)
P S A M
Mode dial
Night Shot (DSC-H9 only)
White balance
Recording mode
Metering mode
Face Detection
SteadyShot
Vibration warning
Self-timer
Zoom scaling
Color mode
Contrast
Sharpness
PictBridge connecting
Protect
VOL.
Volume
Print order (DPOF) mark
Zoom scaling
PictBridge connecting
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B
C
z
AE/AF lock
Recording/playback Media
Recording folder
Standby
REC
Standby/Recording a movie
Playback folder
ISO400
ISO number
96
Remaining number of
recordable images
NR slow shutter
Shutter speed
Aperture value
Exposure Value
125
12/12
Image number/Number of
images recorded in selected
folder
F3.5
+2.0EV
00:00:00
Remaining recordable time
Change folder
AF range finder frame
indicator
AF illuminator
Red-eye reduction
Metering mode
Flash mode
9
Manual focus
Manual focus bar
Macro
N
Playback
Flash charging
Playback bar
Counter/Recording time
Histogram
White balance
00:00:12
•
appears when histogram
display is disabled.
Conversion lens
101-0012
REAR
C:32:00
ISO400
+2.0EV
500
Flash synchro
Folder-file number
2007 1 1
9:30 AM
Recorded date/time of the
playback image
Self-diagnosis display
ISO number
z SET
z OK
Operation guide for
shooting image
Exposure Value
Shutter speed
MOVE
MOVE
F3.5
Aperture value
z STOP
z PLAY
Operation guide for playing
image
D
C:32:00
Self-diagnosis display
Self-timer
BACK/NEXT Select images
V VOLUME
Adjust volume
AF range finder frame
+
Spot metering cross hair
Histogram
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Battery life and memory capacity
Battery life and number of images that can be recorded/viewed
• Shooting in the following situations:
– [AF Mode] is set to [Single].
– [SteadyShot] is set to [Shooting].
– Shooting once every 30 seconds.
– The zoom is switched alternately between the
W and T ends.
– The flash strobes once every two times.
The tables show the approximate number of
images that can be recorded/viewed and the
battery life when you shoot images in
[Normal] mode with the battery pack
(supplied) at full capacity and at an ambient
temperature of 25°C (77°F). The numbers
of images that can be recorded or viewed
take into account changing the “Memory
Stick Duo” as necessary.
– The power turns on and off once every ten
times.
Note that the actual numbers may be less
than those indicated in the table depending
on the conditions of use.
• Battery capacity decreases as you use it more, as
the time passes.
• The number of images that can be recorded/
viewed and the battery life are decreased under
the following conditions:
• The measurement method is based on the CIPA
standard.
(CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products
Association)
• The number of images/battery life does not
change, regardless of image size.
[ When viewing still images
– The surrounding temperature is low.
– The flash is used frequently.
– The camera has been turned on and off many
times.
– The zoom is used frequently.
– The brightness of Backlight is set to up.
– [AF Mode] is set to [Monitor].
– [SteadyShot] is set to [Continuous].
– The battery power is low.
No. of Images
DSC-H9
Approx. 6000
DSC-H7
Approx. 7200
Battery life (min.)
Approx. 300
Approx. 360
• Viewing single images in order at about three
second intervals
– [Face Detection] is set to [On].
[ When shooting movies
[ When shooting still images
Shooting with the LCD
screen
Shooting with the
finder
LCD
screen/
Finder
No. of Images
Battery life (min.)
DSC-H9
Approx. 150
DSC-H7
Approx. 170
Approx. 170
DSC-H9
LCD
screen
Approx. 280
Approx. 310
Approx. 140
Approx. 155
Approx. 160
Finder
• Shooting movies continuously with an image
size of [320]
DSC-H7
LCD
screen
Approx. 300
Approx. 320
Approx. 150
Approx. 160
Finder
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Number of still images and recording time of movies
The number of still images and the length of time for movies may vary depending on the
shooting conditions.
[ The approximate number of still images
(Units: Images)
“Memory Stick Duo” formatted with this camera
128 MB 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB
302 620 1225
Internal
Capacity memory
Approx.
31 MB
8 GB
2457
Size
8M
10
10
40
40
72
72
148
148
3:2
302
384
620
789
1225
1559
2501
24014
4002
2457
3127
5M
13
51
92
188
3M
21
82
148
1428
238
302
617
1266
12154
2025
5017
VGA
16:9
202
33
790
133
2904
484
5928
988
48166
8027
• The number of images listed is for when [REC Mode] is set to [Normal].
• When the number of remaining shootable images is greater than 9,999, the “>9999” indicator appears.
• When images recorded using earlier Sony models are played back on this camera, the display may differ
from the actual image size.
[ The approximate recording time of movies
(Units: hour : minute : second)
Internal
“Memory Stick Duo” formatted with this camera
Capacity memory
Approx.
31 MB
128 MB 256 MB 512 MB
1 GB
2 GB
4 GB
8 GB
Size
640(Fine)
–
–
0:02:50 0:06:00 0:12:20 0:25:10 0:50:00 1:40:20
640(Standard) 0:01:30 0:05:50 0:10:40 0:21:40 0:44:20 1:31:00 3:00:00 6:01:10
320 0:06:00 0:23:40 0:42:50 1:27:00 2:57:50 6:04:30 12:00:20 24:04:50
• Movies with the size set to [640(Fine)] can only be recorded on a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”.
• The size of a movie file is limited to approx. 2 GB. During recording, movie recording stops automatically
when the file size of the movie reaches approx. 2 GB.
• This camera does not support HD recordings or playbacks for movies.
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Troubleshooting
If you experience trouble with your camera, try the following solutions.
1
Check the items below, and refer to “Cyber-shot Handbook” (PDF).
If a code such as “C/E:ss:ss” appears on the screen, refer to “Cyber-shot
Handbook”.
2
Remove the battery pack, and insert the battery pack again after about one
minute, and turn on the power.
3
4
Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Please understand that you give your consent that the contents of the internal memory, Music
files may be checked when you send your camera to be repaired.
Battery pack and power
The battery pack cannot be inserted.
Cannot turn on the camera.
• After installing the battery pack into the camera, it may take a little while to get the camera
powered.
• The battery pack is dead. Replace it with a new one.
The power turns off suddenly.
• If you do not operate the camera for about three minutes while the power is on, the camera
turns off automatically to prevent wearing down the battery pack. Turn on the camera again
• The battery pack is dead. Replace it with a new one.
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The battery remaining indicator is incorrect.
• This phenomenon occurs when you use the camera in an extremely hot or cold location.
• The displayed battery remaining differs from the current one. Fully discharge and then charge
the battery pack to correct the display.
• The battery pack is dead. Replace it with a new one.
Cannot charge the battery pack.
• You cannot charge the battery pack using the AC Adaptor (not supplied).
Shooting still images/movies
Your camera cannot record images.
full, do one of the following:
– Change the “Memory Stick Duo”.
• You are using the “Memory Stick Duo” with the write-protect switch, and the switch is set to
the LOCK position. Set the switch to the recording position.
• You cannot record images while charging the flash.
• When shooting a still image, set the mode dial to a position other than
• Set the mode dial to when shooting movies.
.
• The image size is set to [640(Fine)] when recording movies. Do one of the following:
– Set the image size to other than [640(Fine)].
– Insert a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”.
• The lens cap is attached. Remove it.
Cannot insert dates on images.
• This camera does not have a feature for superimposing dates on images. By using “Picture
Motion Browser”, you can print or save images with the date.
Vertical streaks appear when you are shooting a very bright subject.
• The smear phenomenon is occurring and white, black, red, purple, or other streaks appear on
the image. This phenmenon is not a malfunction.
Viewing images
Your camera cannot play back images.
• Press
• The folder/file name has been changed on your computer.
• When an image file has been processed by a computer or when the image file was recorded
using a model other than that of your camera, playback on your camera is not guaranteed.
• The camera is in USB mode. Delete the USB connection.
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Precautions
[ Do not use/store the camera in
the following places
[ On moisture condensation
If the camera is brought directly from a cold to a
warm location, moisture may condense inside or
outside the camera. This moisture condensation
may cause a malfunction of the camera.
• In an extremely hot, cold or humid place
In places such as in a car parked in the sun, the
camera body may become deformed and this
may cause a malfunction.
If moisture condensation occurs
Turn off the camera and wait about an hour for the
moisture to evaporate. Note that if you attempt to
shoot with moisture remaining inside the lens, you
will be unable to record clear images.
• Under direct sunlight or near a heater
The camera body may become discolored or
deformed, and this may cause a malfunction.
• In a location subject to rocking vibration
• Near strong magnetic place
• In sandy or dusty places
Be careful not to let sand or dust get into the
camera. This may cause the camera to
malfunction, and in some cases this malfunction
cannot be repaired.
[ On the internal rechargeable
backup battery
This camera has an internal rechargeable battery
for maintaining the date and time and other
settings regardless of whether the power is on or
off.
This rechargeable battery is continually charged
as long as you are using the camera. However, if
you use the camera for only short periods, it
discharges gradually, and if you do not use the
camera at all for about one month it becomes
completely discharged. In this case, be sure to
charge this rechargeable battery before using the
camera.
[ On cleaning
Cleaning the LCD screen
Wipe the screen surface with an LCD cleaning kit
(not supplied) to remove fingerprints, dust, etc.
Cleaning the lens
Wipe the lens with a soft cloth to remove
fingerprints, dust, etc.
However, even if this rechargeable battery is not
charged, you can still use the camera as long as
you do not record the date and time.
Charging method of the internal
rechargeable backup battery
Cleaning the camera surface
Clean the camera surface with a soft cloth slightly
moistened with water, then wipe the surface with
a dry cloth. Do not use the following as they may
damage the finish or the casing.
Insert charged battery pack in the camera, and
then leave the camera for 24 hours or more with
the power off.
• Chemical products such as thinner, benzine,
alcohol, disposable cloths, insect repellent,
sunscreen or insecticide, etc.
• Do not touch the camera with the above on your
hand.
• Do not leave the camera in contact with rubber
or vinyl for a long time.
[ On operating temperatures
Your camera is designed for use under the
temperatures between 0°C and 40°C (32°F and
104°F). Shooting in extremely cold or hot places
that exceed this range is not recommended.
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Specifications
[Power, general]
Camera
Power: Rechargeable battery pack NP-BG1, 3.6 V
AC-LS5K AC Adaptor (not supplied), 4.2 V
Power consumption (during shooting with the
LCD screen):
[System]
Image device: 7.18 mm (1/2.5 type) color CCD,
Primary color filter
Total pixel number of camera:
DSC-H9:
Approx. 8 286 000 pixels
Effective pixel number of camera:
Approx. 8 083 000 pixels
1.2 W
DSC-H7:
1.1 W
Lens: Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar 15× zoom lens f =
5.2 – 78 mm (31 – 465 mm when converted to
a 35 mm still camera) F2.7 – 4.5
Exposure control: Automatic exposure, Shutter
speed priority, Aperture priority, Manual
exposure, Scene Selection (9 modes)
White balance: Automatic, Daylight, Cloudy,
Fluorescent 1,2,3, Incandescent, Flash, One
push
Operating temperature: 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F)
Storage temperature: –20 to +60°C (–4 to +140°F)
Dimensions: 109.5 × 83.4 × 85.7 mm (4 3/8 ×
3 3/8 × 3 3/8 inches) (W/H/D, excluding
protrusions) (for both DSC-H9 and DSC-H7)
Mass:
DSC-H9:
Approx. 546 g (1 lb 3.3 oz)
(including NP-BG1 battery pack,
shoulder strap, adaptor ring, lens hood
and lens cap, etc.)
File format (DCF compliant):
Still images: Exif Ver. 2.21 JPEG compliant,
DPOF compatible
Movies: MPEG1 compliant (Monaural)
Recording media: Internal Memory (approx.
31 MB), “Memory Stick Duo”
Flash: Flash range (ISO sensitivity
(Recommended exposure value) set to
ISOAUTO): approx. 0.2 to 9.8 m
(7 7/8 inches to 32 feet 1 7/8 inches) (W)/
approx. 1.2 to 6.0 m (3 feet 11 1/4 inches to
19 feet 8 1/4 inches) (T)
DSC-H7:
Approx. 514 g (1 lb 2.1 oz)
(including NP-BG1 battery pack,
shoulder strap, adaptor ring, lens hood
and lens cap, etc.)
Microphone: Monaural
Speaker: Monaural
Exif Print: Compatible
PRINT Image Matching III: Compatible
PictBridge: Compatible
Viewfinder: Electric viewfinder (color)
BC-CSG/BC-CSGB/BC-CSGC
battery charger
Power requirements: AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/
60 Hz, 2 W (BC-CSG/BC-CSGC)/ 2.6 W
(BC-CSGB)
Output voltage: DC 4.2 V, 0.25 A
Operating temperature: 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F)
Storage temperature: -20 to +60°C (–4 to
+140°F)
Dimensions: Approx. 62 × 24 × 91 mm (2 1/2 ×
31/32 × 3 5/8 inches) (W/H/D)
Mass: Approx. 75 g (2.7 oz)
[Input and Output connectors]
Multi connector Video output
Audio output (Monaural)
USB communication
USB communication: Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0
compliant)
[LCD screen]
LCD panel:
DSC-H9:
7.5 cm (3.0 type) TFT drive
DSC-H7:
6.2 cm (2.5 type) TFT drive
Total number of dots:
DSC-H9:
Rechargeable battery pack NP-
BG1
Used battery: Lithium-ion battery
Maximum voltage: DC 4.2 V
Nominal voltage: DC 3.6 V
Capacity: 3.4 Wh (960 mAh)
230 400 (960 × 240) dots
DSC-H7:
115 200 (480 × 240) dots
[Finder]
Panel: 0.5 cm (0.2 type) color
Total number of dots:
Approx. 200 000 dots equivalent
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
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Trademarks
•
is a trademark of Sony
, “Memory Stick PRO”,
Corporation.
• “Memory Stick”,
, “Memory Stick Duo”,
, “Memory Stick PRO
, “Memory
Duo”,
Stick Micro”, “MagicGate”, and
are trademarks of Sony
Corporation.
• Microsoft, Windows and DirectX are either
registered trademarks or trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/
or other countries.
• Macintosh, Mac OS, iMac, iBook, PowerBook,
Power Mac and eMac are trademarks or
registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.
• Intel, MMX, and Pentium are trademarks or
registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.
• Google is a registered trademark of Google, Inc.
• In addition, system and product names used in
this manual are, in general, trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective
developers or manufacturers. However, the ™ or
® marks are not used in all cases in this manual.
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Additional information on this product and answers
to frequently asked questions can be found at our
Customer Support Website.
Printed on 70% or more recycled paper using VOC
(Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based
ink.
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