3-062-473-12(1)
Digital Still Camera
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it
for future reference.
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial
number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you
call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No. MVC-CD1000
Serial No. ________________________
MVC-CD1000
©2000 Sony Corporation
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— Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
—Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
For the Customers in the
United Kingdom
—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.
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 5 AMP fuse approved by
ASTA or BSI to BS 1362, (i.e. marked with
The shielded interface cable recommended
in this manual must be used with this
equipment in order to comply with the limits
for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of
Part 15 of FCC Rules.
or
mark) must be used.
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.
For the Customers in the
U.S.A. and Canada
DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM ION
BATTERY.
LITHIUM ION BATTERY.
For the Customers in
Germany
Directive:EMC Directive 89/336/EEC.92/
31/EEC
DISPOSE OF PROPERLY.
You can return your unwanted lithium ion
batteries to your nearest Sony Service
Center or Factory Service Center.
This equipment complies with the EMC
regulations when used under the following
circumstances:
• Residential area
• Business district
• Light-industry district
(This equipment complies with the EMC
standard regulations EN55022 Class B.)
Note:
In some areas the disposal of lithium ion
batteries in household or business trash may
be prohibited.
For the Sony Service Center nearest you call
1-800-222-SONY (United States only)
For the Sony Factory Service Center nearest
you call 416-499-SONY (Canada only)
For the Customers in Europe
Caution:
Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium
ion battery.
For the Customers in Canada
CAUTION
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT USE THIS POLARIZED AC PLUG
WITH AN EXTENSION CORD,
RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET
UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY
INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE
EXPOSURE.
Attention
The electromagnetic fields at the specific
frequencies may influence the picture and
sound of this camera.
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Precaution on copyright
Be sure to read the following
before using your camera
Television programs, films, video tapes, and
other materials may be copyrighted.
Unauthorized recording of such materials
may be contrary to the provision of the
copyright laws.
Operating instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this
manual thoroughly, and retain it for future
reference.
Before you start reading this manual and
operating the unit, check the model number.
As you read through this manual, buttons
and settings on the camera are shown in
capital letters.
Do not shake or strike the camera
In addition to malfunctions and inability to
record images, this may render the discs
unusable or image data breakdown, damage
or loss may occur.
e.g. Press DISPLAY.
LCD screen, viewfinder, and lens
• The LCD screen and viewfinder are
manufactured using high-precision
technology. However, there may be some
tiny black points and/or bright points (red,
blue or green in color) that constantly
appear on the LCD screen or on the
viewfinder. These points are normal in the
manufacturing process and do not affect
the recording in any way. Over 99.99% of
the pixels are operational for effective use.
• Be careful when placing the camera near a
window or outdoors. Exposing the LCD
screen, viewfinder, or lens to direct
sunlight for long periods may cause
malfunctions.
This digital still camera uses 8 cm CD-Rs as
recording media. “CD-R” mentioned above
is indicated as “disc” in this manual.
• We recommend that you
use this camera with
Mavica discs*.
• While the image is being
recorded on the disc, the
ACCESS lamp lights up
(red). When this lamp is
lit, do not shake or strike
the camera.
∗ The Mavica disc is an 8 cm CD-R with the
Mavica logo.
Do not get the camera wet
When taking pictures outdoors in the rain or
under similar conditions, be careful not to
get the camera wet. If moisture
condensation occurs, refer to page 64 and
follow the instructions on how to remove it
before using the camera.
Trial recording
Before you record one-time events, you may
want to make a trial recording to make sure
that the camera is working correctly.
Note on image data compatibility
This camera conforms with the Design
Rules for Camera File Systems universal
standard established by the JEIDA (Japan
Electronic Industries Development
Association).
Back up recommendation
To avoid the potential risk of data loss,
always copy (back up) data to a disc.
No compensation for contents of
the recording
Contents of the recording cannot be
compensated for if recording or playback is
not possible due to a malfunction of your
camera, etc.
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Table of contents
..................................................51
Using the Spot light–metering
Adjusting the exposure
Getting started
Identifying the parts .........................6
Preparing the power supply .............8
Setting the date and time ...............12
Inserting a disc ...............................14
Recording the date and time on the
still image (DATE/TIME) .......54
Enjoying picture effects
Basic operations
B Recording
(PICTURE EFFECT) .............55
Initializing a disc (INITIALIZE) ...16
Recording still images ...................18
Recording moving images .............24
Enlarging a part of the still image
Playing back the still images in order
Viewing images on a TV screen ....59
B Playback
Playing back moving images .........26
Viewing images using a personal
computer .................................28
Image file storage destinations and
image file names .....................39
Advanced operations
Deleting images (DELETE) ..........61
Changing the recorded still image size
(RESIZE) ...............................62
Selecting still images to print
Before performing
advanced operations
How to use the PLAY/STILL/
(PRINT MARK) .....................62
MOVIE selector ......................40
How to use the control button .......40
How to change the menu settings ..42
Additional information
B Various recording
Precautions ....................................64
On discs .........................................66
Using your camera abroad .............67
Troubleshooting .............................68
Warning and notice messages .......72
Self-diagnosis display ....................73
Specifications ................................74
LCD screen/viewfinder indicators .75
Index ..............................................77
Setting the image size (IMAGE SIZE)
..................................................47
Recording still images for e-mail
(E-MAIL) ................................48
Adding audio files to still images
(VOICE) .................................48
Recording text documents (TEXT) 49
Recording uncompressed images
(TIFF) ......................................49
Recording images in macro ...........50
Focusing manually ........................50
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Getting started
Identifying the parts
See the pages in parentheses for details of operation.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
qa
qs
qd
qf
qg
qh
qj
qk
ql
w;
wa
A Flash (22)
B Built-in microphone
Do not touch while recording.
N
(One-push white balance)
button (53)
C Self-timer lamp/Recording
lamp (22, 24)
O
(External flash) jack
D Shutter button (18, 24)
P Disc cover OPEN lever (15)
E Zoom lever (20)
Q Lens cap (supplied)
F Photocell window for flash
R STEADY SHOT ON/OFF switch
Do not block while recording.
(21)
G Focus ring (50)
S FOCUS AUTO/MANUAL switch
H Lens
(50)
I DIGITAL I/O jack (34)
J PROGRAM AE button (51)
K WHITE BALANCE button (53)
T A/V OUT (MONO) jack (59)
Audio output is monaural.
U PROGRAM AE +/– buttons (51)
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q;
Attaching the
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
qa
qs
qd
qf
qg
qh
qj
qk
ql
w;
8
9
A
B
(Macro) button (50)
(Flash) button (22)
C Viewfinder (19)
D Speaker
P POWER ON/OFF (CHG) lamp
(9)
E DISPLAY button (21)
F Disc window
Q POWER switch (12)
R LCD (ON/OFF) button (19)
G Viewfinder adjustment lever
S Battery cover/PUSH button
(19)
(bottom surface) (8)
H VOLUME+/– buttons (27)
I LCD screen
T Tripod receptacle (bottom
surface)
Use a tripod with a screw length of
less than 7/32 inch (6.5 mm). You
will be unable to firmly secure the
camera to tripods having longer
screws, and may damage the
camera.
J Hooks for strap
K SPOT METER button (52)
L Control button (40)
M ACCESS lamp (18)
Do not shake or strike the camera
while the ACCESS lamp is lit.
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Preparing the power supply
Installing the battery pack
Your camera operates only with the NP-F550 (supplied) “InfoLITHIUM” battery
pack* (L series).
1
2
3
1
1
2
2
Open the battery cover.
Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow while pressing the PUSH
button.
1
2
3
Install the battery pack.
Insert the battery pack with the v mark facing toward the battery compartment
as illustrated.
Close the battery cover.
To remove the battery pack
Open the battery cover. Slide the battery eject lever rightward, and remove
the battery pack.
Be careful not to drop the battery pack when removing it.
Battery eject lever
* What is “InfoLITHIUM”?
“InfoLITHIUM” is a lithium ion battery pack which can exchange information such as battery
consumption with compatible video equipment. “InfoLITHIUM” L series battery packs have the
mark. “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
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Charging the battery pack
When the camera is turned on, you cannot charge the battery pack. Be sure to turn off
the power of the camera.
AC-L10A/L10B/L10C
AC power adaptor
Power cord
(mains lead)
2
Battery pack
3
to a wall outlet
(mains)
1
Insert the battery pack into your camera.
1
Open the DC IN cover and connect the DC connecting plug to the
DC IN jack of your camera with the v mark facing up.
2
Connect the power cord (mains lead) to the AC power adaptor and
then to a wall outlet (mains).
3
The POWER ON/OFF (CHG) lamp (amber) above the control button lights up
when charging begins. When the POWER ON/OFF (CHG) lamp goes off,
normal charge is completed. For full charge, which allows you to use the
battery longer than usual, leave the battery pack inserted for about one hour
after normal charge is completed.
Battery remaining indicator
The LCD screen or viewfinder on the camera shows the remaining time for which
you can still record or play back images.
This indication may not be entirely accurate depending on the conditions of use and
the operating environment.
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Auto power-off function
If you do not operate the camera for about three minutes during recording, the camera
turns off automatically to prevent wearing down the battery pack. To use the camera
again, slide the POWER switch downward to turn on the camera again.
Charging time
Battery pack
Full charge (min.)
Normal charge (min.)
NP-F550 (supplied)
Approx. 210
Approx. 150
Approximate time to charge a completely discharged battery pack using the AC-L10A/
L10B/L10C AC power adaptor. (Lower temperatures require a longer charging time.)
Battery life and number of images that can be recorded/played back
STILL mode recording/playback
Battery pack
Battery life (min.)
Number of images
Continuous
recording*
NP-F550 (supplied)
Approx. 100
(90)
Approx. 1100
(1000)
Continuous
playback**
NP-F550 (supplied)
Approx. 120
(110)
Approx. 1000
(900)
Approximate battery life and number of images that can be recorded/played back
with a fully charged battery pack at a temperature of 77 °F (25 °C), 640×480 image
size and in NORMAL recording mode. Numbers in parentheses indicate the time
when you use a normally charged battery pack.
∗ Recording at about 5-second intervals
∗∗Playing back single images continuously at about 7-second intervals
MOVIE mode recording
Battery pack
Battery life (min.)
Continuous
recording
NP-F550 (supplied) Approx. 120 (110)
Approximate time that can be recorded with a fully charged battery pack at a
temperature of 77 °F (25 °C) and 160×112 image size. Numbers in parentheses
indicate the time when you use a normally charged battery pack.
Notes
• The battery life and number of images will be decreased when using at low temperature, using
the flash, turning the power on/off frequently, or using the zoom.
• The number of images shown on tables above is as a guide. The number may be smaller
depending on conditions.
• If sufficient battery remaining time is indicated but the battery power runs out, fully charge the
battery using the full charge procedure.
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• Do not short the DC plug of the AC power adaptor with a metallic object, as this may cause
malfunction.
• Do not expose the battery pack to water.
Using the AC power adaptor
AC-L10A/L10B/L10C
AC power adaptor
Power cord
(mains lead)
1
2
to a wall outlet
(mains)
Open the DC IN cover and connect the DC connecting plug to the
DC IN jack of your camera with the v mark facing up.
1
Connect the power cord (mains lead) to the AC power adaptor and
then to a wall outlet (mains).
2
Using a car battery
Use Sony DC adaptor/charger.
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Setting the date and time
When you first use your camera, set the date and time. If these are not set, the
CLOCK SET screen appears whenever you turn on your camera for recording.
POWER ON/OFF (CHG) lamp
1
Control button
Slide the POWER switch downward to turn on the power.
The POWER ON/OFF (CHG) (green) lamp lights up.
1
Press v on the control button.
The menu bar appears on the LCD screen or on the
viewfinder.
2
INDEX DELETE FILE
TOOL SETUP
MENU BAR OFF
SELECT
OK
Select [SETUP] with B on the control button,
3
4
then press the center x.
VIDEO OUT
/LANGUAGE
CLOCK SET
BEEP
LCD BRIGHT
INDEX DELETE FILE
SELECT CLOSE
TOOL SETUP
Select [CLOCK SET] with v/V on the control button, then press the
center x.
CLOCK SET
Y/M/D
M/D/Y
D/M/Y
VIDEO OUT
/LANGUAGE
CLOCK SET
BEEP
JA
N
1
2000
M
12:00:00A
ENTER
JAN / 1/ 2000 12:00 AM
LCD BRIGHT
CANCEL
INDEX DELETE FILE
TOOL SETUP
SELECT
OK
SELECT/ADJUST
OK
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Select the desired date display format with
v/V on the control button, then press the
center x.
Select from [Y/M/D] (year/month/day), [M/D/Y]
(month/day/year), or [D/M/Y] (day/month/year).
5
6
CLOCK SET
2000 / 1/
Y/M/D
M/D/Y
D/M/Y
ENTER
1
12:00 AM
OK
CANCEL
SELECT/ADJUST
Select the year, month, day, hour or minute
item you want to set with b/B on the control
button.
CLOCK SET
Y/M/D
M/D/Y
D/M/Y
The item to be set is indicated with v/V.
ENTER
2000 / 1/
1
12:00 AM
OK
CANCEL
SELECT/ADJUST
Set the numeric value with v/V on the
control button, then press the center x to
enter it.
After entering the number, v/V moves to the next
item. If you selected [D/M/Y] in step 5, set the
time on a 24-hour cycle.
7
8
CLOCK SET
Y/M/D
M/D/Y
D/M/Y
ENTER
2000 / 7/
1
12:00 AM
OK
CANCEL
SELECT/ADJUST
Select [ENTER] with B on the control button,
then press the center x at the desired
moment to begin clock movement.
The date and time are entered.
CLOCK SET
Y/M/D
M/D/Y
D/M/Y
ENTER
2000 / 7/
4
10:30 PM
OK
CANCEL
SELECT
To cancel the date and time setting
Select [CANCEL] with v/V/b/B on the control button, then press the center x.
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Inserting a disc
You can use only the 8 cm CD-Rs that have this mark.
1
2
Disc cover OPEN
lever
Lock tab
While sliding the lock tab to the left, slide down the disc cover
OPEN lever.
Open the disc cover by your hand after the cover is unlocked.
1
2
Place a disc with the blue side down.
Push down the center of the disc until it clicks. When installing, do not push
with too much force and do not touch the pickup lens.
Pickup lens
Push here
Disc
Close the disc cover.
3
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Removing the disc
While sliding the lock tab to the left, slide down the disc cover OPEN lever, and open
the disc cover after the cover is unlocked. Then, remove the disc as illustrated below.
Notes
• Before removing the disc, be sure to check that the disc is not rotating.
• Do not open the disc cover while the ACCESS lamp is lit. Otherwise, the recorded image may
be damaged or the disc may become unusable.
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Basic operations
B Recording
Initializing a disc (INITIALIZE)
When you use a new disc, you have to initialize the disc. Slide the POWER switch
downward to turn on the power before initializing a disc.
–
1 6
Control button
Press v on the control button.
The menu bar appears on the LCD screen or on the
viewfinder.
1
2
INDEX DELETE FILE
TOOL SETUP
MENU BAR OFF
SELECT
OK
Select [FILE] with B on the control button,
then press the center x.
DISC TOOL
ROTATE
SLIDE SHOW
PRINT MARK
PROTECT
INDEX DELETE FILE
TOOL SETUP
SELECT
CLOSE
Select [DISC TOOL] with v on the control
button, then press the center x.
3
INITIALIZE
FINALIZE
CANCEL
DISC TOOL
ROTATE
SLIDE SHOW
PRINT MARK
PROTECT
INDEX DELETE FILE
SELECT OK
TOOL SETUP
CANCEL
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Select [INITIALIZE] with v on the control
4
5
6
button, then press the center x.
INITIALIZE?
OK
CANCEL
DISC TOOL
ROTATE
SLIDE SHOW
PRINT MARK
PROTECT
INDEX DELETE FILE
TOOL SETUP
CANCEL
SELECT
OK
Select [OK] with v on the control button,
then press the center x.
“PLACE ON LEVEL SURFACE” appears on the
LCD screen or on the viewfinder. Be sure to avoid
any vibration during the initialization in step 6.
INITIALIZE
PLACE ON LEVEL SURFACE
READY?
OK
CANCEL
SELECT
OK
Select [OK] with v on the control button, then press the center x.
Initialization starts.
INITIALIZE
AVOID ANY VIBRATION
INITIALIZE
INITIALIZE
READY TO INITIALIZE
INITIALIZE IN PROGRESS
INITIALIZE COMPLETE
To cancel the initialization
Select [CANCEL] with V on the control button, then press the center x.
What is initialization?
The initialization is required to record images on a disc.
In case that you have executed the finalization (page 29) to view images on a CD-
ROM drive, you can record images on the disc if you execute the initialization again.
Images previously recorded will remain on the disc.
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Recording still images
To record still images, slide the POWER switch downward to turn on the power and
insert a disc.
1
2, 3
ACCESS lamp
Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE selector to STILL.
1
2
Press and hold the shutter button
halfway down and check the image.
While the AE lock indicator z (green) is
image is not yet recorded. When the camera
finishes the automatic adjustments*, the AE
lock indicator z lights up and the camera is
ready for recording.
AE lock indicator
To cancel the recording, release the shutter
button.
Press the shutter button fully down.
The shutter clicks and the image is recorded on the disc. After “RECORDING”
goes off, you can do another recording.
3
∗ The exposure and focus are automatically adjusted. The focus is not automatically adjusted
when the camera is in manual focus mode.
For the number of images you can record on a disc
See page 47.
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While the image is being recorded on a disc, the ACCESS
lamp lights. When this lamp is lit, do not shake or strike
the camera. Also, do not turn the power off, not remove
the battery pack/disc, or not open the disc cover.
Otherwise, an image data breakdown may occur or the
disc may become unusable.
Notes
• You can delete images recorded on a disc, however, even if you delete images, the disc
remaining space does not increase.
• When recording bright subjects, the color of the LCD screen or the viewfinder may change
after the AE is locked, however, this will not affect the recorded image.
• After you change the disc, it may take about ten seconds to get ready for recording.
Recording images with the viewfinder
Adjust the viewfinder adjustment lever until the image appears clearly within the
viewfinder, then record the image.
Viewfinder adjustment
lever
Note
The viewfinder display is automatically turned off when your face is not near the viewfinder.
To turn off the LCD screen
Press LCD (ON/OFF) to turn off the LCD screen. The battery life will be longer.
LCD (ON/OFF)
Notes
• You cannot turn off the LCD screen when the demonstration is being executed (page 46).
• When both the LCD screen and viewfinder displays are turned off, only the following will
operate: LCD (ON/OFF) button, POWER switch, the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE selector, FOCUS
AUTO/MANUAL switch, STEADY SHOT ON/OFF switch, focus ring, and shutter button.
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Adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen
Adjust the brightness with the [LCD BRIGHT] item in the menu settings (page 46).
This adjustment does not affect the brightness of the images recorded on the disc.
Checking the last recorded image (Review)
Clear the menu bar (page 41), and press b on the control button. To return to the
normal recording mode, press lightly on the shutter button or select [RETURN] with
b/B on the control button and then press the center x. To delete the image, select
[DELETE] on the review screen with b/B on the control button, then press the center
x. And select [OK] with v on the control button, then press the center x. However,
even if you delete images, the disc remaining space does not increase.
Using the zoom feature
Zoom lever
T side: for
telephoto (subject
appears closer)
W side: for wide-
angle (subject
appears farther
away)
If you cannot get a sharp focus on a close subject
Slide the zoom lever to the W side and move closer to the subject until the focus is
sharp.
Minimum focal distance to the subject
W side: About 9 7/8 inches (25 cm) or more
T side:
About 31 1/2 inches (80 cm) or more
To record even closer subjects, see page 50.
Digital zoom function
This camera has a digital zoom function.
Digital zoom enlarges the image by digital processing, and it starts to function when
the zoom exceeds 10×.
W
T
The T-side of the bar shows the
digital zooming zone.
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Using digital zoom
• The maximum zoom magnification is 20×.
• Digital zooming may deteriorate the picture quality. When digital zoom is not
necessary, set [DIGITAL ZOOM] to [OFF] in the menu settings (page 45).
Note
Digital zoom does not work for moving images.
Activating the SteadyShot function
When the SteadyShot function is working, the camera compensates for camera-
shake.
STEADY SHOT ON/
OFF switch
Set the STEADY SHOT ON/OFF switch to ON. The
appears on the LCD screen or on the viewfinder.
(SteadyShot) indicator
Notes
• The SteadyShot function will not correct excessive camera-shake.
• If you use a wide conversion lens (optional), this lens may influence the SteadyShot function.
LCD screen or viewfinder indicators during recording
Press DISPLAY to turn on/off the indicators on the LCD screen or on the viewfinder.
See page 75 for a detailed description of the indicators.
DISPLAY
Notes
• You cannot turn off the
(self-timer) indicator and some of the indicators used in advanced
operations.
• The indicators on the LCD screen or on the viewfinder are not recorded.
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Using the self-timer
When you use the self-timer function, the subject is recorded 10 seconds after you
press the shutter button.
Self-timer lamp
Control button
Shutter button
Select
center x. The
on the LCD screen with v/V/b/B on the control button, then press the
(self-timer) indicator appears on the LCD screen or on the
viewfinder, and the subject is recorded 10 seconds after you press the shutter button.
The self-timer lamp flashes after you press the shutter button until the image is
recorded.
Recording images with the flash
Press OPEN (FLASH) to pop up the flash. The initial setting is AUTO (no
indication). In this mode, the flash automatically strobes when the surroundings
become dark. When you change the flash mode, press
(Flash) repeatedly so that
the flash mode indicator appears on the LCD screen or on the viewfinder. This setting
can be set only when the flash is popped up.
OPEN (FLASH)
(Flash)
Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE selector to STILL. Each time you press the
the indicator changes as follows.
button,
(No indication) t
t
t
t
(No indication)
Auto red-eye reduction : The flash preparatively strobes before recording to
reduce the red-eye phenomenon.
Forced flash : The flash strobes regardless of the surrounding brightness.
No flash : The flash does not strobe.
You can change the amount of the flash light with [FLASH LEVEL] in the menu
settings (page 45).
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Notes
• Do not block the photocell window for flash while recording.
• The recommended shooting distance is 23 5/8 inches to 8 1/3 feet (0.6 to 2.5 m).
• Attaching a conversion lens (optional) may block the light from the flash and the recorded
image may be eclipsed.
• You cannot use the built-in flash and an external strobe at the same time.
• The
indicator appears when the flash is not popped up under situations that you should use
the flash.
• Auto red-eye reduction may not produce the desired red-eye reduction effects depending on
individual differences, the distance to the subject, if the subject does not see the pre-strobe, or
other conditions. In addition, red-eye reduction effects are also difficult to obtain if you select a
slow shutter speed in shutter priority mode of the PROGRAM AE function.
• The flash effect is not obtained easily when you use forced flash in a bright location.
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Recording moving images
Moving images with audio are recorded in MPEG format.
To record moving images, slide the POWER switch downward to turn on the power
and insert a disc.
1
2
Recording
lamp
Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE selector to MOVIE.
1
2
Press the shutter button fully down.
“REC” appears on the LCD screen or on the viewfinder, and the image and
sound are recorded on the disc. The recording lamp lights up during recording.
If you press the shutter button momentarily
to 10 or 15 seconds with [REC TIME SET] in the menu settings (page 44).
If you hold the shutter button down
The image and sound are recorded while the shutter button is held down for up
to 60 seconds. However, when [IMAGE SIZE] in the menu settings is set to [320
(HQ)] or [320×240], the maximum recording time is 15 seconds (page 47).
Adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen, zooming or using the self-
timer
See page 20 to 22.
LCD screen or viewfinder indicators during recording
Press DISPLAY to turn on/off the indicators on the LCD screen or on the viewfinder.
These indicators are not recorded. See page 75 for a detailed description of the
indicators.
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B Playback
Playing backs still images
1
2, 3
Control button
Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE selector to PLAY.
The last recorded image (still or moving) appears on the LCD screen or on the
viewfinder.
1
Press v on the control button to display the menu bar on the LCD
screen or on the viewfinder.
2
3
Select the desired still image with the
control button.
"b/B"
120min
6/8
640
Press v/V/b/B on the control button to
select \b/B\ on the LCD screen or on the
viewfinder, then press b/B.
\b: To display the preceding image.
B\: To display the next image.
INDEX DELETE FILE
SELECT
TOOL SETUP
FILE BACK/NEXT
When the menu bar is not displayed
You can directly select and play back the image with b/B on the control button.
LCD screen or viewfinder indicators during still image playback
Press DISPLAY to turn on/off the indicators on the LCD screen or on the viewfinder.
See page 76 for a detailed description of the indicators.
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Playing back moving images
1
–
2 4
Control button
Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE selector to PLAY.
The last recorded image (still or moving) appears on the LCD screen or on the
viewfinder.
1
Press v on the control button to display the menu bar on the LCD
screen or on the viewfinder.
2
3
Select the desired moving image with the
control button.
\b/B\
Moving images are displayed one size smaller than
120min
6/8
160
still images.
Press v/V/b/B on the control button to select \b/B\
on the LCD screen or on the viewfinder, then press
b/B.
\b: To display the preceding image.
B\: To display the next image.
INDEX DELETE FILE
SELECT
TOOL SETUP
FILE BACK/NEXT
B (playback)/
Select the B (playback) button on the LCD
screen or on the viewfinder with v on the
control button, then press the center x.
The moving image and sound are played back.
During playback, B (playback) changes to X
(pause).
4
X (pause) button
120min
160
6/8
0:05
INDEX DELETE FILE
SELECT OK
TOOL SETUP
Playback bar
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To pause playback
Select X (pause) on the LCD screen or on the viewfinder with v/V/b/B on the
control button, then press the center x.
When the menu bar is not displayed
You can directly select the image with b/B on the control button, and play back the
image and sound by pressing the center x. When you press the center x during
playback, playback is paused.
Moving images recorded with the image of [320 (HQ)]
The images are displayed over the entire screen in steps 3 and 4.
Adjusting the volume of the built-in speaker
Press VOLUME+/– to adjust the volume.
VOLUME+/–
LCD screen or viewfinder indicators during moving image
playback
Press DISPLAY to turn on/off the indicators on the LCD screen or on the viewfinder.
See page 76 for a detailed description of the indicators.
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Viewing images using a personal
computer
You can view data with your camera on a personal computer and attach it to e-mail.
This section describes the general method for viewing images on a personal
computer. Be sure to also see the operation manuals for your personal computer and
application software.
For Windows users
Finalize the disc beforehand (page 29).
B Viewing images with a personal computer connected with
the USB cable (page 33)
You do not need to finalize the disc. You have to install the USB driver and the
software, DirectCD included in the supplied CD-ROM. For details on DirectCD,
refer to the software operating instructions of DirectCD.
C Viewing images using a CD-R/CD-RW drive (page 37)
You do not need to finalize the disc. You have to install the software, DirectCD
included in the supplied CD-ROM.
For Macintosh users
Viewing images with a CD-ROM drive (page 37)
Finalize the disc beforehand (page 29).You have to install the driver, Adaptec UDF
Volume Access included in the supplied CD-ROM.
Notes on using your personal computer
Software
• Data recorded with your camera is stored in the following formats. Make sure that
applications that support these file formats are installed on your personal computer.
— Still image (except TEXT mode and uncompressed mode): JPEG format
— Moving image/Voice memo: MPEG format
— Uncompressed mode still image: TIFF mode
— Still image in TEXT mode: GIF format.
• Depending on your application software, the file size may increase when you open
a still image file.
• When you load an image modified using the supplied retouch software from your
personal computer to the camera, the image format will differ so the “FILE
ERROR” message may appear and you may be unable to open the file.
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Communications with your personal computer
Communications between your camera and your personal computer may not recover
after recovering from Suspend, or Sleep.
• Windows and Windows NT, ActiveMovie, DirectShow are either registered trademarks or
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and /or other countries.
• Macintosh and Mac OS, QuickTime are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.
• DirectCD is a trademark of Adaptec, Inc.
• All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of
their respective companies. Furthermore, “™” and “®” are not mentioned in each case in this
manual.
Preparing for viewing images on CD-ROM drives (FINALIZE)
You can play back the disc recorded with this camera on CD-ROM drives. You have
to execute the finalization before viewing images on a CD-ROM drive. A disc that
has not been executed the finalization cannot be read with CD-ROM drives.
What is finalization?
• The finalization is required to view images on a CD-ROM drive.
• You can record new images on the finalized disc if you execute the initialization on
it again. You have to execute the finalization to view new images on a CD-ROM
drive. Each time you execute the finalization, approximate 13.5 MB of the disc will
decrease. We recommend that you execute the finalization onto compiled data at a
time.
• You can execute the finalization onto the disc later, even if you remove it from the
camera.
Executing the finalization
Press v on the control button.
The menu bar appears on the LCD screen or on the
viewfinder.
1
INDEX DELETE FILE
TOOL SETUP
MENU BAR OFF
SELECT
OK
Select [FILE] with B on the control button,
then press the center x.
2
DISC TOOL
ROTATE
SLIDE SHOW
PRINT MARK
PROTECT
INDEX DELETE FILE
SELECT CLOSE
TOOL SETUP
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Select [DISC TOOL] with v on the control
button, then press the center x.
3
INITIALIZE
FINALIZE
CANCEL
DISC TOOL
ROTATE
SLIDE SHOW
PRINT MARK
PROTECT
INDEX DELETE FILE
TOOL SETUP
CANCEL
SELECT
OK
Select [FINALIZE] with v on the control
4
5
button, then press the center x.
FINALIZE?
OK
DISC TOOL
ROTATE
CANCEL
SLIDE SHOW
PRINT MARK
PROTECT
INDEX DELETE FILE
TOOL SETUP
CANCEL
SELECT
OK
Select [OK] with v on the control button,
then press the center x.
FINALIZE
“PLACE ON LEVEL SURFACE” appears on the
LCD screen or on the viewfinder. Be sure to avoid
any vibration during the finalization.
PLACE ON LEVEL SURFACE
READY?
OK
CANCEL
SELECT
OK
Select [OK] with v on the control button, then press the center x.
6
to
.
FINALIZE
AVOID ANY VIBRATION
FINALIZE
FINALIZE
READY TO FINALIZE
FINALIZE IN PROGRESS
FINALIZE COMPLETE
To cancel the finalization
Select [CANCEL] with V on the control button, then press the center x. Once the
finalization starts, you cannot cancel it.
Notes
• It takes for about one minute to execute the finalization. Do not shake or jar the camera during
this operation. Place the camera on a stable surface during the finalization.
• When you execute the finalization, we recommend that you use the an external power source
(page 11).
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Using the supplied 8 cm CD adaptor
When your disc drive does not conform to 8 cm CD or is an upright type, use the
supplied 8 cm CD adaptor.
Slide the disc into the inner groove and under two of the tabs on
the inner circle of adaptor in the numbered order.
1
1
Printed side of the disc (The other blue side
is recordable side.)
Printed side of the adaptor (SONY is printed
2
on this side and the other side is the luster
side.)
Pull the third tab out away from the disc and the disc will slip into
place. Release the third tab and the disc will be held firmly in place.
2
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Check that the disc is set correctly in the grooves of the adaptor,
that all the tabs are even with the surface of the adaptor, and that
the disc is not protrude from the adaptor.
3
If the tabs protrude, press them back
down into place. Otherwise, it may cause
malfunction of your disc drive.
Notes
• The supplied adaptor may not be used with your disc drive. For details, refer to the operating
instructions of the disc drive.
• Use the adaptor at a low-speed (8-speed or lower).
• Do not place the adaptor under direct sunlight or near the heat.
• The adaptor is only used with Mavica discs. This cannot be used with other 8 cm CD-Rs.
Viewing images on a Windows computer
Recommended Windows environment
OS: Microsoft Windows 98, Windows 98SE
Standard installation is required.
Operation is not assured in an environment upgraded from:
Windows 3.1, Windows 95 to Windows 98 or
Windows 98 to Windows 98SE
CPU: MMX Pentium 200 MHz or faster
The USB connector must be provided as standard.
ActiveMovie (DirectShow) must be installed (to play back moving pictures)
Notes
• Operations are not guaranteed if you connect two or more USB equipment to a single personal
computer at the same time (except for the USB keyboard and mouse which are provided as
standard), or when using a hub.
• Depending on the type of USB equipment that is used simultaneously, some equipment may
not operate.
• Operations are not guaranteed for all the recommended computer environments mentioned
above.
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A Viewing images with a CD-ROM drive
Finalize the disc beforehand (page 29).
For Windows 98 users
Start up your personal computer and insert the disc into the CD-
ROM drive of your personal computer.
1
Open [
My Computer] and double click the drive recognizing the
2
3
camera (Example:[ CD-ROM (D:)]).
Double-click the desired data file.
B Viewing images with a personal computer connected with
the USB cable
Once you install DirectCD included in the supplied CD-ROM, you do not need to
finalize the disc to view images on the disc.
You can exchange data between the camera and a computer using the supplied USB
cable and CD-ROMs.
Installing the USB driver
Before connecting your camera to your personal computer, install the USB driver to
the computer. The USB driver is contained in the supplied CD-ROM (SPVD-001).
For Windows 98 users
Turn on your personal computer and allow Windows 98 to load.
1
Insert the supplied CD-ROM (SPVD-001) in the CD-ROM drive of
your personal computer
2
If the setup screen of DirectCD appears, click [Finish] on the screen.
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Connect the DIGITAL I/O jack on your camera with the USB
connector on your personal computer using the supplied USB
cable.
3
to the USB connector
to the DIGITAL I/O jack
Push in until the
plug clicks into
place
USB
cable
Personal computer
2
1
Insert a disc into your camera, connect the AC power adaptor and
turn on your camera.
“PC MODE” appears on the LCD screen or on the viewfinder of your camera
and the camera is set to communication standby mode. Your personal computer
recognizes the camera, and the Windows 98 Add Hardware Wizard starts.
4
5
Follow the on-screen messages to specify the CD-ROM drive and
install the USB driver.
Check that the Add Hardware Wizard is displayed, then click [Next].
1
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Select the option [Search for the best driver for your device.
[Recommended].] in the window, then click [Next].
2
Check that the option [CD-ROM] is selected, then click [Next].
3
4
After the location of the driver is searched, click [Next].
File copy starts.
After [Windows has finished installing the software that your new
hardware device requires.] is displayed, click [Finish].
5
The Add Hardware Wizard starts twice because two different USB
drivers are installed. Repeat steps 1 to 5 again.
Viewing images
When you view images on the disc which has not been finalized, you have to install
DirectCD included in the supplied CD-ROM. For details on DirectCD, refer to the
software operating instructions of DirectCD.
For Windows 98 users
Turn on your personal computer and allow Windows 98 to load.
1
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Connect the DIGITAL I/O jack on your camera with the USB
connector on your personal computer using the supplied USB
cable.
2
to the DIGITAL I/O jack
to the USB connector
Push in until the
plug clicks into
place
USB
cable
Personal computer
2
1
Insert a disc into your camera, connect the AC power adaptor to
your camera and then to a wall outlet (mains), and turn on the
power of your camera.
3
“PC MODE” appears on the LCD screen or on the viewfinder of the camera.
Open [
My Computer] on Windows 98 and double click the
4
5
newly recognized drive. (Example: [
Removable Disk (D:)])
The folders inside the disc are displayed.
Select and double-click the desired image/sound file from the
folder.
For the detailed folder and file name, see “Image file storage destinations and
image file names” (page 39).
Desired file type
Double-click in this folder
Still image
“Dcim” folder
t
t
t
t
“100msdcf” folder**
“Moml0001” folder**
“Momlv100” folder**
“Imcif100” folder**
t
t
t
t
Image file
Image file
Audio file
Image file
Moving image* “Mssony” folder
Audio*
“Mssony” folder
“Mssony” folder
E-mail image
Tiff image
(uncompressed)
∗ Copying a file to the hard disk of your personal computer before viewing is
recommended. If you play back the file directly from the “disc,” the image and sound
may break off.
∗∗When these file names are described in capital letters to distinguish the small letter “l”
and the number “1,” these are shown as follows: 100MSDCF, MOML0001,
MOMLV100, IMCIF100.
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Copying a file in the disc to a personal computer
Select the desired file, and drag it to the desired drive or folder.
Copying a file in a personal computer to a disc
Once you install DirectCD included in the supplied CD-ROM, you can select the
desired file, and drag it to the disc. To view a image with this camera, the file name
format must be as follows, “DSC0ssss.JPG”.
For details, see “Image file storage destinations and image file names” (page 39).
C Viewing images using a CD-R/CD-RW drive
You do not need to finalize the disc. You have to install DirectCD included in the
supplied CD-ROM. For details on DirectCD, refer to the software operating
instructions of DirectCD.
Viewing images on a Macintosh computer
Recommended Macintosh environment
Macintosh computer with the Mac OS 8.5.1/8.6/9.0 standard installation
However, note that the update to Mac OS 9.0 should be used for the following
models.
• iMac with the Mac OS 8.6 standard installation and a slot loading type CD-ROM
drive
• iBook or G4 with the Mac OS 8.6 standard installation
QuickTime 3.2 or newer must be installed (to play back moving pictures).
Note
Operations are not guaranteed for all the recommended computer environments mentioned
above.
Viewing images with a CD-ROM drive
Finalize the disc beforehand (page 29). You have to install the driver, Adaptec UDF
Volume Access included in the supplied CD-ROM (SPVD-001).
For Macintosh users
Start up your personal computer and allow the Mac OS to load.
1
Insert the supplied CD-ROM (SPVD-001) in the CD-ROM drive of
your personal computer.
2
Double-click the CD-ROM drive icon to open the window.
3
Double-click the icon of the hard disk containing the OS to open
the window.
4
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Move the driver, “Adaptec UDF Volume Access” from the window
opened in step 3 to “System Folder” folder in the window opened
in step 4 (drag and drop).
5
When “Put these items into the Extensions folder?” appears, click
“OK.”
6
7
Restart your personal computer.
Viewing images
Start up your personal computer and insert the disc into the CD-
ROM drive of your personal computer.
1
Double click the disc folder.
2
3
Double-click the desired data file.
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Image file storage destinations
and image file names
Image files recorded with your camera are grouped in folders by recording mode.
Images in a disc have different file names. The meanings of the file names are as
follows. ssss stands for any number within the range from 0001 to 9999.
For Windows 98 users (The drive recognizing the camera is
[D].)
Folder containing still image data
Folder containing E-mail mode and TIFF
image data
Folder containing moving image data
Folder containing voice memo audio data
Folder
File
Meaning
100msdcf
DSC0ssss.JPG
• Still image file recorded normally
• Still image file recorded in E-MAIL
mode (page 48)
• Still image file recorded in VOICE
mode (page 48)
TXT0ssss.GIF
DSC0ssss.JPG
DSC0ssss.TIF
• Still image file recorded in TEXT mode
(page 49)
Imcif100
• Small-size image file recorded in E-
MAIL mode (page 48)
• Uncompressed image file recorded in
TIFF mode (page 49)
Moml0001
Momlv100
MOV0ssss.MPG • Moving image file
DSC0ssss.MPG • Audio file recorded in VOICE mode
(page 48)
The numerical portion of the following files are the same.
—An image file recorded in E-MAIL mode and its corresponding small-size image file
—An uncompressed image file recorded in TIFF mode and its corresponding image file
—An image file recorded in VOICE mode and its corresponding audio file
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Advanced operations
Before performing advanced
operations
This section describes the basic control methods that are frequently used for
“Advanced operations.”
How to use the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE selector
The PLAY/STILL/MOVIE selector selects whether you can use your camera to
record or to play back and edit images. Set the selector as follows before starting to
operate your camera.
STILL
MOVIE
PLAY
PLAY:
STILL:
To play back or edit
images
To record still images
and voice memos
MOVIE: To record moving
images
How to use the control button
The control button is used to select the buttons, images and menus displayed on the
LCD screen or on the viewfinder of your camera and modify the settings. The operation
methods that are frequently used for “Advanced operations” are described below.
Select
Set (enter)
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Turning on/off the operation buttons (menu bar) on the LCD screen or
on the viewfinder
Press v to display the menu bar
on the LCD screen or on the
viewfinder.
INDEX DELETE FILE
SELECT OK
TOOL SETUP
MENU BAR OFF
Press V to clear the menu bar from
the LCD screen or on the viewfinder.
Menu bar
Note
You cannot clear the menu bar on the INDEX screen (page 56).
Selecting items or images on the LCD screen or on the viewfinder
Press v/V/b/B on the control
1
button to select the item you
want to set or the image you
want to display.
The color of the selected item or the
frame of the selected image
changes from blue to yellow.
INDEX DELETE FILE
TOOL SETUP
MENU BAR OFF
SELECT
OK
Press the center x to enter
the item.
2
Repeat steps 1 and 2 to execute
each function.
VIDEO OUT
/LANGUAGE
CLOCK SET
BEEP
LCD BRIGHT
INDEX DELETE FILE
SELECT CLOSE
TOOL SETUP
The “Advanced operations” section of this manual refers to selecting and
entering items by the above procedure as “Select [item name].”
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How to change the menu settings
Some of the advanced operations for your camera are executed by selecting menu
items displayed on the LCD screen or on the viewfinder with the control button.
PLAY/STILL/MOVIE selector
–
1 3
Control button
Press v on the control button to display the menu bar.
The menu bar appears as follows according to the position of the PLAY/STILL/
MOVIE selector.
1
PLAY (single mode)
PLAY (INDEX mode)
MOVIE/STILL
100-0001
DELETE FILE SETUP
SELECT SINGLE DISPLAY
2000
7
4
10:30PM
INDEX DELETE FILE
SELECT OK
TOOL SETUP
MENU BAR OFF
EFFECT FILE CAMERA SETUP
SELECT OK
MENU BAR OFF
Select the desired item with v/V/b/B on the
control button, then press the center x.
The color of the selected item changes from blue to
yellow, and when you press the center x, the settings
that can be set for its item are displayed.
2
3
VIDEO OUT
NTSC
/LANGUAGE
CLOCK SET
BEEP
LCD BRIGHT
INDEX DELETE FILE
TOOL SETUP
SELECT
OK
Select the desired setting with v/V/b/B on the control button, then
press the center x.
To cancel the setup
Press V on the control button repeatedly until the LCD screen or on the viewfinder
returns to the menu bar display in step 1. To clear the menu bar, press V again.
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Menu settings
Menu items that can be modified differ depending on the position of the PLAY/
STILL/MOVIE selector. The LCD screen or viewfinder shows only the items you can
operate at the moment. Initial settings are indicated with x.
(self-timer)
Records with the self-timer (page 22).
EFFECT
Item
Setting
Description
PLAY/STILL/
MOVIE selector
P. EFFECT
SOLARIZE Sets the image special effects (page 55). MOVIE
B&W
STILL
SEPIA
NEG.ART
xOFF
DATE/
TIME
DAY &
TIME
Sets whether to insert the date and time STILL
into the image (page 54).
DATE
xOFF
FILE
Item-1
Item-2
Setting
Description
PLAY/STILL/
MOVIE selector
DISC
TOOL
INITIALIZE OK
Initializes a disc (page 14).
MOVIE
STILL
PLAY
CANCEL Cancels the initialization of a
disc.
FINALIZE OK
Allows you to view images
recorded with this camera on a
CD-ROM drive (page 29).
CANCEL Cancels the finalization.
CANCEL
—
Goes back to the [DISC TOOL]
item.
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Item
POS.
Setting
ON
Description
PLAY/STILL/
MOVIE selector
Plays back images recorded with the
camera on its side (vertical images) as
vertical images. This function does not
work for images recorded in TEXT
mode.
STILL
SENSOR
xOFF
When you point the camera upward or
downward for shooting, set this to OFF
to prevent improper horizontal/vertical
judgement.
FILE
NUMBER
SERIES
Assigns numbers to files in sequence
even if the disc is changed.
MOVIE
STILL
xNORMAL Resets the file number that starts from
0001 each time the disc is changed.
IMAGE
SIZE
x1600×1200 Selects the image size when recording STILL
still images.
1600 (3:2)
1024×768
640×480
320 (HQ)
320×240
Selects the MPEG image size or quality MOVIE
when recording moving images.
x160×112
REC MODE
TIFF
Records a TIFF (uncompressed) file in STILL
addition to the JPEG format.
TEXT
Records a GIF file in black-and-white.
VOICE
Records an audio file (with a still image)
in addition to the JPEG file.
E-MAIL
Records a small-size (320×240) JPEG
file in addition to the selected image
size.
xNORMAL Records a JPEG file in the selected
image size.
REC TIME
SET
15 sec
10 sec
x5 sec
Selects the recording time for moving
images.
MOVIE
PLAY
ROTATE (in —
single mode
only)
Rotates the still image.
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Item
SLIDE
Setting
Description
MOVIE selector
INTERVAL Sets the slide show interval.
PLAY
SHOW
(Only in
PLAY
(single)
mode)
x5 sec/10 sec/30 sec/1 min
REPEAT
A slide show can be repeated for up to
approx. 20 minutes.
xON/OFF
START
Starts the slide show.
CANCEL Cancels the slide show settings or
execution.
PRINT
MARK
ON
xOFF
ON
Marks the still images to be printed
(page 62).
PLAY
PLAY
Removes the print mark of the still
images.
PROTECT
Protects images against accidental
erasure (page 60).
xOFF
Releases protection of images.
CAMERA
Item
Setting
Description
PLAY/STILL/
MOVIE selector
DIGITAL
ZOOM
xON
Uses digital zoom.
STILL
STILL
OFF
Does not use digital zoom.
Adjusts the sharpness of the image.
SHARPNESS +2 to –2
The
indicator appears (except when
the setting is 0).
FLASH
LEVEL
HIGH
Makes the flash level higher than
normal.
STILL
xNORMAL Normal setting.
LOW Makes the flash level lower than normal.
Adjusts the exposure.
EXPOSURE +2.0EV to
–2.0EV
MOVIE
STILL
TOOL (Only in PLAY (single) mode)
Item
Setting
Description
PLAY/STILL/
MOVIE selector
RESIZE
1600×1200
1024×768
640×480
Changes the recorded image size
(page 62).
PLAY
CANCEL
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SETUP
Item
Setting
Description
PLAY/STILL/
MOVIE selector
DEMO
xSTBY/ON Displayed only when you use the AC
MOVIE
STILL
power adaptor in MOVIE or STILL
mode. When [ON] is selected, a
OFF
demonstration will start if you do not
operate your camera for about 10
minutes. To stop the demonstration, turn
off your camera. Select [ON] to make
the demonstration appear again.
VIDEO
OUT
NTSC
PAL
Sets the video output signal to NTSC
mode (e.g., Japan, the USA).
MOVIE
STILL
PLAY
Sets the video output signal to PAL
mode (e.g., Europe).
/
xENGLISH Displays the menu items in English.
MOVIE
STILL
PLAY
LANGUAGE
/JPN Displays the menu items in Japanese.
CLOCK
SET
—
Sets the date and time (page 12).
MOVIE
STILL
PLAY
BEEP
SHUTTER Turns off the beep only. (The shutter
sound is heard when you press the
shutter button.)
MOVIE
STILL
PLAY
xON
Turns on the beep/shutter sound (when
you press the control button/shutter
button).
OFF
Turns off the beep/shutter sound.
LCD
BRIGHT
Adjusts the LCD screen brightness
using +/- on the LCD screen.
MOVIE
STILL
PLAY
INDEX (Only in PLAY (single) mode)
Displays six images at a time (PLAY (INDEX) mode) (page 56).
DELETE
Setting
Description
PLAY/STILL/MOVIE
selector
OK
CANCEL
Deletes the displayed image.
Cancels deleting of the image.
PLAY
(Return) (Only in PLAY (INDEX) mode)
Returns to PLAY (single) mode.
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The number of images or the time
that you can record on a disc
B
Various recording
Image size Number of images or
time*
Setting the image size
(IMAGE SIZE)
1600×1200
1600 (3:2)
1024×768
640×480
Approx. 160
Approx. 170
Approx. 350
Approx. 1080
1
2, 3
320 (HQ)
Approx. 370 (15)**
sec
320×240
160×112
Approx. 1400 (15)**
sec
Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE
1
selector to MOVIE or STILL.
Approx. 5100 (60)**
sec
Select [FILE] and then
[IMAGE SIZE] from the menu.
2
∗ When [REC MODE] is set to
[NORMAL].
Select the desired image
size.
3
∗∗Numbers in parentheses indicate the
maximum time in a continuous
recording.
Still image sizes:
1600×1200, 1600 (3:2)*,
1024×768, 640×480
Notes
• You can delete images recorded on a disc,
however, even if you delete images, the
disc remaining space does not increase.
• The number of images recordable on a disc
may decrease depending on conditions.
∗ The image is recorded in the ratio of
three to two to fit the printing paper
size.
Moving image sizes:
320 (HQ)*, 320×240, 160×112
∗ High Quality mode
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Recording still
images for e-mail (E-
MAIL)
Adding audio files to
still images (VOICE)
3
1
2
The E-MAIL mode records a small-
size (320×240) image at the same time
as a still image. Small-size images are
convenient for e-mail transmission,
etc.
3
1
2
Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE
1
selector to STILL.
Select [FILE], [REC MODE],
and then [VOICE] from the
menu.
2
Record the image.
3
Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE
If you press and release the
shutter button, sound is
recorded for five seconds.
If you hold down the shutter
button, sound is recorded until
you release the shutter button for
up to 40 seconds.
1
selector to STILL.
Select [FILE], [REC MODE],
and then [E-MAIL] from the
menu.
2
Record the image.
3
The number of images that you can
record on a disc in VOICE mode
The number of images that you can
record on a disc in E-MAIL mode
Image size
Number of
images
Image size
Number of
images
1600×1200
1600 (3:2)
1024×768
640×480
Approx. 140
Approx. 150
Approx. 300
Approx. 730
1600×1200
1600 (3:2)
1024×768
640×480
Approx. 130
Approx. 150
Approx. 270
Approx. 620
To return to normal
recording mode
To return to normal
recording mode
Select [NORMAL] in step 2.
Select [NORMAL] in step 2.
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Recording text
Recording
uncompressed
images (TIFF)
documents (TEXT)
Text is recorded in black and white
GIF format to provide a clearer image.
This mode simultaneously records still
images in both TIFF format
(uncompressed) and JPEG format
(compressed).
3
1
2
3
1
2
Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE
selector to STILL.
1
Select [FILE], [REC MODE],
and then [TEXT] from the
menu.
2
Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE
selector to STILL.
1
Select [FILE], [REC MODE],
and then [TIFF] from the
menu.
2
Record the image.
3
The number of images that you can
record on a disc in TEXT mode
Record the image.
3
Image size
Number of
images
The number of images that you can
record on a disc in TIFF mode
1600×1200
1600 (3:2)
1024×768
640×480
Approx. 1370
Approx. 1450
Approx. 1510
Approx. 1570
Image size
Number of
images
1600×1200
1600 (3:2)
Approx. 20
Approx. 22
To return to normal
recording mode
Select [NORMAL] in step 2.
To return to normal
recording mode
Select [NORMAL] in step 2.
Notes
Notes
• If the subject is not evenly illuminated, you
may be unable to record a clear image.
• Writing and reading data take more time
than normal recording.
• The image will be displayed in
monochrome in TEXT mode.
• JPEG images are recorded in the image
size selected by the [IMAGE SIZE] menu.
TIFF images are recorded in [1600×1200
size other than when [1600 (3:2)] is
selected.
]
• Writing data takes more time than in
normal recording. It will take for about 40
seconds.
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Recording images in
macro
Focusing manually
Normally the focus is automatically
adjusted. The manual focus function is
convenient to focus the subject such as
under dark situations.
2
3
1
1
2
3
Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE
selector to MOVIE or STILL.
1
Set the FOCUS AUTO/
MANUAL switch to AUTO.
2
Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE
selector to MOVIE or STILL.
1
Press
The
(macro).
(macro) indicator appears
3
Set the FOCUS AUTO/
2
MANUAL switch to MANUAL.
The 9 (manual focus) indicator
appears on the LCD screen or on
the viewfinder.
on the LCD screen or on the
viewfinder.
With the zoom lever set to the W
side, you can shoot a subject that is
about 13/16 inch (2 cm) away from
the lens surface in macro mode.
Turn the focus ring to achieve
a sharp focus.
3
When you shoot still images, the
image on the LCD screen or on the
viewfinder is enlarged (double*)
and the focal point information
appears while the focus is being
adjusted. After adjusting, the
image returns to normal size. The
range is from
To return to normal
recording mode
Press
again. The
indicator
disappears.
Notes
• You cannot record images in macro with
the following PROGRAM AE modes:
—Landscape mode
—Panfocus mode
• You cannot record images in macro if the
indicator appears.
13/16 inch (2 cm) to ∞ (infinity).
∗ When using the digital zoom
function, the enlarged image will be
less than double size.
To reactivate auto focusing
Set the FOCUS AUTO/MANUAL
switch to AUTO.
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Notes
• Focal point information may not
completely show the correct distance. Use
the information as a guide.
Using the PROGRAM
AE function
• Focal point information does not show the
correct distance when attaching the
conversion lens.
• If you shoot a subject within 31 1/2 inches
(0.8 m) while the zoom lever is set to T
side, you cannot get a clear focus. In such
cases, the focal point information flashes.
Move the zoom lever to the W side until
the indicator stops flashing.
1
2
PROGRAM AE +/–
• You cannot adjust the focus manually if
you have selected the Panfocus mode in
the PROGRAM AE function.
Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE
selector to MOVIE or STILL.
1
Press PROGRAM AE
2
repeatedly to select the
desired PROGRAM AE mode.
Aperture priority mode
For making the subject stand out
against an unclear background or
providing a larger in-focus range.
Press PROGRAM AE +/–
repeatedly to select an aperture
value in 9 steps from F2.8 to F11.
Shutter speed priority
mode
For recording a sharp picture of a
fast-moving subject or recording
the flow of motion of a moving
subject.
Press PROGRAM AE +/–
repeatedly to select a shutter speed
in 17 steps from 8'' to 1/500 when
recording a still image, or in 11
steps from 1/8 to 1/500 when
recording a moving image.
Twilight mode
Suppresses the blurring of colors
of a bright subject in a dark place
so that you can record the subject
without losing the dark atmosphere
of the surroundings.
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Twilight plus mode
Increases the effectiveness of the
twilight mode function.
Using the Spot light–
metering function
Select this mode when there is
backlight or when there is strong
contrast between the subject and the
background, etc.
Landscape mode
Focuses only on a distant subject to
record landscapes, etc.
Panfocus mode
Changes the focus quickly and
simply from a close subject to a
distant subject.
SPOT
METER
To cancel PROGRAM AE
Press PROGRAM AE repeatedly until
the indicator on the LCD screen or on
the viewfinder goes out.
Press SPOT METER to activate the
spot light-metering function. Position
the point you want to record at the spot
light-metering cross hair.
Notes
• You can focus only on distant subjects in
Landscape mode.
LCD screen/viewfinder
• In Panfocus mode, the zoom position is set
to the W side and focus is fixed.
• When you record in Twilight plus mode,
we recommend that you use a tripod to
prevent shaking.
• Set the forced flash
when you use the
flash in the following modes:
– Twilight mode
Spot light-metering
cross hair
– Twilight plus mode
– Landscape mode
• You cannot use the PROGRAM AE
function when [REC MODE] is set to
[TEXT].
• If the setting is not appropriate in Aperture
priority mode and Shutter speed priority
mode, the setting value indicator on the
LCD screen or on the viewfinder flashes
when you press the shutter button. In this
case, reset the value.
• If you select a slow shutter speed in
Twilight plus mode or select Shutter speed
priority mode, the image may not be clear.
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Adjusting the
exposure
(EXPOSURE)
Adjusting the white
balance (WHITE
BALANCE)
Normally the white balance is
automatically adjusted.
1
1
2, 3
2
Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE
selector to MOVIE or STILL.
1
2
3
Select [CAMERA] and then
[EXPOSURE] from the menu.
Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE
selector to MOVIE or STILL.
1
2
Select the desired exposure
value.
Press WHITE BALANCE
repeatedly to select the
desired white balance
setting.
Adjust the exposure value while
checking the brightness of the
background. You can select values
ranging from +2.0 EV to -2.0 EV
in steps of 1/3 EV.
IN DOOR (n)
• Places where the lighting
condition changes quickly
• Under bright lighting such as
photography studios
Note
If a subject is under extremely bright or dark
situations, or the flash is used, the exposure
adjustment may not be effective.
• Under sodium or mercury lamps
OUT DOOR (
)
Recording a sunrise/sunset, night
scene, neon signs, or fireworks
One-push white balance (
Adjusting the white balance
depending on the light source
)
AUTO (No indicator)
Adjusts the white balance
automatically
To shoot in one-push white
balance mode
1 Press WHITE BALANCE
repeatedly until the
appears.
indicator
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2 Shoot a white object such as paper
full under the same situation you
will shoot.
Recording the date
and time on the still
image (DATE/TIME)
3 Press
.
The
indicator flashes quickly.
When the white balance has been
adjusted and stored in the memory,
the indicator stops flashing.
4
1
2, 3
To reactivate auto
adjustment
Select [AUTO] in step 2.
Notes
Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE
selector to STILL.
1
• Select [AUTO] when shooting with
fluorescent lighting.
• The
indicator means:
Select [EFFECT] and then
[DATE/TIME] from the menu.
2
Slow flashing: white balance is not set.
Quick flashing: white balance is being
adjusted (after you pressed
Lit steady: white balance has been set.
• If the indicator keeps flashing even
).
Select the date and time.
3
DAY & TIME
when you press
white balance mode.
, record in automatic
Imposes the date, hour, and
minute.
DATE
Imposes the year, month, and day.
OFF
Does not impose the date and time.
Record the image.
The date and time do not appear on
the LCD screen or on the
4
viewfinder during shooting, these
appear during playback only.
2000
7
4
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Enjoying picture
effects (PICTURE
EFFECT)
1
2
Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE
selector to MOVIE or STILL.
1
2
Select [EFFECT] and then
[P. EFFECT] from the menu.
Select the desired mode.
SOLARIZE
The light contrast is clearer and the
picture looks like an illustration.
B&W
The picture is monochrome (black
and white).
SEPIA
The picture is sepia-toned like an
old photograph.
NEG.ART
The color and brightness of the
picture are reversed as in a
negative.
OFF
Does not use the picture effect
function.
To cancel picture effect
Select [OFF] in step 2.
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To display the next
(previous) index screen
B
Various playback
Select v/V at the lower-left on the
LCD screen or on the viewfinder.
Playing back six
images at once
(INDEX)
Displays the previous index
screen.
Displays the next index screen.
1
2
To return to normal playback
(single image)
• Select the desired image with the
control button.
Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE
selector to PLAY.
1
2
• Select
(Return).
Note
Select [INDEX] on the LCD
screen or on the viewfinder.
Six images are displayed at once
(index screen).
Images shot in TEXT mode cannot be
displayed on the INDEX screen.
TEXT
100-0001
2000
7
4
12:30PM
DELETE FILE SETUP
SELECT
SINGLE DISPLAY
This shows the position of
the currently displayed
images relative to all the
recorded images.
The following marks are displayed
on each image according to the
image type and settings.
: Moving image file
: Voice memo file
: E-mail file
: Print mark
-: Protect mark
TEXT: TEXT file
TIFF: TIFF mark
(No mark): Normal recording (no
settings)
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Notes
• You cannot use this function on moving
images, TEXT mode images, or
uncompressed images.
• Zoom scaling is up to 5× regardless of the
original image size.
Enlarging a part of the
still image (Zoom and
trimming)
• The quality of enlarged images may be
deteriorated.
3
• The original data is left even if you enlarge
the image.
• The enlarged image is recorded as the
newest file.
1
2, 4
• If you trim an image, the disc space will be
decrease.
• If the disc space is not sufficient, you may
not be able to trim an image.
Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE
selector to PLAY.
1
Display the image to be
enlarged.
2
Zoom in/out the image with
the zoom lever.
3
The zoom scaling indicator
appears on the LCD screen or on
the viewfinder.
Press the control button
4
repeatedly to trim the image.
v: The image moves downward
V: The image moves upward
b: The image moves rightward
B: The image moves leftward
To return to the normal size
Zoom out with the zoom lever until the
zoom scaling indicator ( ×1.1)
disappears from the screen, or simply
press the center x.
To record an enlarged image
(trimming)
1 Enlarge the image.
2 Press the shutter button. The image
is recorded at 640×480 size and the
image on the LCD screen or on the
viewfinder returns to the normal
size after recording.
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Rotating a still image
(ROTATE)
Playing back the still
images in order
(SLIDE SHOW)
This function is useful for checking the
recorded images or for presentations,
etc.
1
2, 3, 4
1
2, 3
Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE
selector to PLAY.
1
Display the image to rotate.
2
Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE
selector to PLAY.
1
Select [FILE] and then
[ROTATE] from the menu.
3
Select [FILE] and then [SLIDE
2
Rotate the image clockwise
4
SHOW] from the menu.
or counterclockwise
,
Set the following items.
then select [RETURN].
INTERVAL
You can select from 1 min (one
minute), 30 sec (30 seconds),
10 sec (10 seconds), or 5 sec
(5 seconds).
Notes
• You may not be able to rotate protected
images or images recorded with other
equipment.
REPEAT
• Also, when viewing images on a personal
computer, the image rotation information
may not be reflected depending on the
application software.
• You cannot rotate protected or
uncompressed images, or images recorded
in TEXT mode.
• If you rotate an image, the disc space will
decrease.
• If the disc space is not sufficient, you may
not be able to rotate an image.
ON: Plays back images in a
continuous loop (approximately 20
minutes) until [RETURN] is
selected.
OFF: After all images have been
played back, the slide show ends.
Select [START] with the
control button.
3
The slide show begins.
To cancel the slide show
Select [CANCEL] in step 2 or 3.
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To skip to the next/previous
image during the slide show
Select \b/B\ at the lower-left on the
Viewing images on a
TV screen
screen.
You can view images recorded onto a
disc on a TV.
Notes
• The interval setting time may vary
depending on the image size.
• When [REPEAT] is set to [ON], the slide
show does not end until all the images
played back, even if it takes more than 20
minutes.
Set the TV/
VIDEO switch
to “VIDEO.”
A/V
connecting
cable
to A/V OUT (MONO)
jack
Connect the A/V connecting
1
cable to the A/V OUT (MONO)
jack of your camera and to
the audio/video input jacks of
the TV.
If your TV has stereo type input
jacks, connect the audio plug of the
A/V connecting cable to the Lch
jack.
Turn on the TV and start
2
playback on your camera.
The playback image appears on the
TV screen.
Note
You cannot use a TV that has an antenna
(aerial) connector only.
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B
Editing
When you select [ALL]
Select [ON].
3
Preventing accidental
erasure (PROTECT)
All the images in the disc are
protected.
When you select [SELECT]
Select all the images to be
protected with the control button,
then select [ENTER]. The selected
images are protected.
The - (protect) indicator appears on
protected images.
1
2, 3
0001-0006/0040
PROTECT ENTER CANCEL
SELECT
OK
In single mode
Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE
1
To release protection
selector to PLAY, then
display the image to be
protected.
If you selected [ALL] in step 2, select
[OFF]. If you selected [SELECT] in
step 2, select the images to be
unprotected with the control button,
then select [ENTER].
Select [FILE], [PROTECT],
2
and then [ON] from the menu.
The displayed image is protected
and the - indicator appears.
Notes
• If you protect an image, the disc space will
decrease.
• If the disc space is not sufficient, you may
not be able to protect an image.
To release protection
Select [OFF] in step 2.
In INDEX mode
Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE
selector to PLAY, then
1
display the INDEX screen.
Select [FILE], [PROTECT],
and then [ALL] or [SELECT]
from the menu.
2
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When you select [ALL]
Select [ENTER].
All the unprotected images are
deleted.
3
Deleting images
(DELETE)
Protected images cannot be deleted.
When you select [SELECT]
Select all the images to be deleted
with the control button, then select
1
[ENTER]. The
(delete)
indicator appears on the selected
images and these images are
deleted.
2, 3
In single mode
Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE
1
0001-0006/0040
DELETE ENTER CANCEL
selector to PLAY, then
display the image to be
deleted.
SELECT
OK
To cancel deleting
Select [CANCEL] in step 2 or 3.
Select [DELETE] and then
2
[OK] from the menu.
The image is deleted.
Notes
• You can delete images recorded on a disc,
however, even if you delete images, the
disc remaining space does not increase.
• If you delete an image, the disc space will
decrease.
In INDEX mode
Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE
1
• If the disc space is not sufficient, you may
not be able to delete an image.
selector to PLAY, then
display the INDEX screen.
• If the lower four-digit file number of an
image is the same as the number of the
selected image, that image also will be
deleted.
Select [DELETE] and then
[ALL] or [SELECT] from the
menu.
2
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Changing the
Selecting still images
to print (PRINT MARK)
recorded still image
size (RESIZE)
You can mark a print mark on still
images recorded with your camera.
This mark is convenient when you
have images printed at a shop that
conforms with the DPOF (Digital Print
Order Format) standard.
1
2, 3
1
Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE
selector to PLAY, then
1
2, 3, 4
display the image of which
you want to change the size.
In single mode
Select [TOOL] and then
[RESIZE] from the menu.
2
Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE
selector to PLAY and display
the image you want to print.
1
Select the desired size.
3
1600×1200, 1024×768, 640×480.
The resized image is recorded and
the image on the LCD screen or on
the viewfinder returns to the
Select [FILE], [PRINT MARK],
and then [ON] from the menu.
2
previous size after recording.
The
(print) mark is marked on
the displayed image.
To cancel changing the size
To remove the print mark
Select [CANCEL] in step 3.
Select [OFF] in step 2.
Notes
• When you change from a small size to a
large size, the picture quality deteriorates.
• The original image is retained even after
resizing.
• You cannot change the size of images
recorded in TEXT mode, uncompressed
image, or moving pictures.
In INDEX mode
Set the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE
selector to PLAY, then
1
display the INDEX screen.
• If you resize an image, the disc space will
decrease.
• If the disc space is not sufficient, you may
not be able to resize an image.
• The resized image is recorded as the
newest file.
Select [FILE], [PRINT MARK],
and then [SELECT] from the
menu.
2
Select the images to be
marked with the control
button.
3
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Select [ENTER].
4
The
marks on the selected
images change from green to
white.
0001-0006/0100
PRINT MARK ENTER CANCEL
SELECT
OK
To remove selected print
marks
Select the images to be removed in step
3 with the control button, then select
[ENTER].
To remove all the print
marks
Select [FILE], [PRINT MARK],
[ALL], and then [OFF] from the menu.
The
marks on all images are
removed.
Notes
• You cannot mark a print mark on moving
images or TEXT mode images.
• If you mark an image recorded in TIFF
mode with a print mark, only the
uncompressed image is printed, and the
JPEG image recorded at the same time is
not printed.
• If you mark an image with a print mark,
the disc space will decrease.
• If the disc space is not sufficient, you may
not mark an image with a print mark.
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Cleaning the camera surface
Clean the camera surface with a soft
cloth slightly moistened with water,
then wipe the surface dry. Do not use
any type of solvent such as thinner,
alcohol or benzene as this may damage
the finish or the casing.
Additional information
Precautions
On handling the camera
Do not carry the camera by holding
the disc cover
After using your camera at the
seashore or other dusty locations
Clean your camera carefully.
Otherwise, the salty air may corrode
the metal fittings or dust may enter the
inside of your camera, causing a
malfunction.
On operating temperature
Do not touch the rotating disc
This may cause serious injuries.
Your camera is designed for use
between the temperatures of 32 °F to
104 °F (0 °C to 40 °C). Recording in
extremely cold or hot places that
exceed this range is not recommended.
On pickup lens cleaning
When the pickup lens is dirty and the
camera cannot read any image, clean
the pickup lens using a commercially
available blower.
On moisture condensation
If the camera is brought directly from a
cold to a warm location, or is placed in
a very damp room, moisture may
condense inside or outside the camera.
Should this occur, “DISC ERROR”
appears and the camera will not
operate properly.
Pickup
lens
Moisture condensation occurs
easily when:
• The camera is brought from a cold
location such as a ski slope into a
warmly heated room.
• The camera is taken from an air-
conditioned room or car interior to
the hot outdoors, etc.
On cleaning
Cleaning the LCD screen or
viewfinder
Wipe the screen surface with a
cleaning cloth (not supplied) or an
LCD cleaning kit (not supplied) to
remove fingerprints, dust, etc.
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How to prevent moisture
condensation
• While the unit is in use, particularly
during charging, keep it away from
AM receivers and video equipment.
AM receivers and video equipment
disturb AM reception and video
operation.
• The unit becomes warm during use.
This is not a malfunction.
• Do no place the unit in locations that
are:
When bringing the camera from a cold
place to a warm place, seal the camera
in a plastic bag and allow it to adapt to
conditions at the new location over a
period of time (about an hour).
If moisture condensation occurs
Turn off the camera and wait about an
hour for the moisture to evaporate.
Note that if you attempt to record with
moisture remaining inside the camera
lens, you will be unable to record clear
images.
— Extremely hot or cold
— Dusty or dirty
— Very humid
— Vibrating
On pickup lens
On battery pack
Do not touch the pickup lens inside the
disc cover. And do not open the disc
cover except when inserting or
• Use only the specified charger with
the charging function.
• To prevent accident from a short
circuit, do not allow metal objects to
come into contact with the battery
terminals.
• Keep the battery pack away from fire.
• Never expose the battery pack to
temperatures above 140 °F (60 °C),
such as in a car parked in the sun or
under direct sunlight.
• Keep the battery pack dry.
• Do not expose the battery pack to any
mechanical shock.
• Do not disassemble nor modify the
battery pack.
• Attach the battery pack to the camera
securely.
• Charging while some capacity
remains does not affect the original
battery capacity.
removing a disc to keep dust out.
On AC power adaptor
• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet
(mains) when you are not using the
unit for a long time. To disconnect
the power cord (mains lead), pull it
out by the plug. Never pull the power
cord (mains lead) itself.
• Do not operate the unit with a
damaged cord (mains lead) or if the
unit has been dropped or damaged.
• Do not bend the power cord (mains
lead) forcibly, or place a heavy object
on it. This will damage the cord
(mains lead) and may cause fire or
electrical shock.
• Prevent metallic objects from coming
into contact with the metal parts of
the connecting section. If this
happens, a short may occur and the
unit may be damaged.
• Always keep metal contacts clean.
• Do not disassemble the unit.
• Do not apply mechanical shock or
drop the unit.
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On vanadium-lithium battery
On discs
Your camera is supplied with a
Be sure to use only 8 cm CD-Rs. You
cannot read or write data on other type
discs that does not correspond to this
camera.
vanadium-lithium battery installed so
as to retain the date and time, etc.,
regardless of the setting of the POWER
switch. The vanadium-lithium battery
is always charged as long as you are
using your camera. The battery,
On cleaning
however, will get discharged gradually
if you do not use your camera. It will
be completely discharged in about six
months if you do not use your camera
at all. Even if the vanadium-lithium
battery is not charged, it will not affect
the camera operation. To retain the
date and time, etc., charge the battery if
the battery is discharged.
• Do not clean a disc using a cleaner
before recording. Use a
commercially available blower to
remove dust.
• If fingerprints, dust, drop of water, or
oil makes the blue side of a disc dirty,
the camera may not properly record
an image on the disc. You should
handle a disc with a lot of care.
• If a disc does become dirty, wipe it in
a straight line from center to edge
with a soft dry cloth or a soft cloth
lightly moistened with a mild
Charging the vanadium-lithium
battery:
• Connect your camera to house
current (mains) using the AC power
adaptor supplied with your camera,
and leave your camera with the
power turned off for more than 24
hours.
detergent solution. You can use a
commercially available CD cleaner.
• Or install the fully charged battery
pack in your camera, and leave your
camera with the power turned off for
more than 24 hours.
If any problem occurs, unplug your
camera and contact your nearest Sony
dealer.
• Do not use any solvent (benzine,
thinner, static protection product,
record cleaner, etc.) to clean a disc.
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Notes
necessary, depending on the design of
• Do not remove the disc while reading or
writing data.
the wall outlet (mains) [b].
• Data may be damaged if:
—You remove the disc or turn off the
power while reading or writing data.
—You use the camera in a location subject
to the effects of static electricity or
noise.
AC-L10A/L10B/L10C
• Do not attach any material on the surface
of a disc. This causes a nonuniform
rotating speed and this may cause a
malfunction of the camera.
• You can write only on the label surface of a
disc. When you write, use only a felt-tip
marker and do not touch it until it is in dry
state, and do not heat it. Do not use a
sharp-pointed tool, such as a ballpoint pen.
• Hold a disc at the edges while pressing the
center hole lightly. Do not touch the blue
side of a disc.
Watching the playback picture on
TV
If you want to view the playback
picture on a TV, you need a TV having
a video input jack and a video
connecting cable.
The color system of the TV must be
the same as that of your digital still
camera. TV color systems differ from
country to country. Check the
following list:
NTSC system countries
Bahama Islands, Bolivia, Canada,
Central America, Chile, Columbia,
Ecuador, Jamaica, Japan, Korea,
Mexico, Peru, Surinam, Taiwan, the
Philippines, the U.S.A., Venezuela, etc.
PAL system countries
Australia, Austria, Belgium, China,
Denmark, Finland, Germany, Great
Britain, Holland, Hong Kong, Italy,
Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand,
Norway, Portugal, Singapore, Spain,
Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, etc.
• When you carry or store a disc, put it in its
case.
• Do not strike, bend or drop a disc.
• Do not rub the edge of a disc.
• If you play back the disc on which any
image has not been recorded using a CD-
ROM drive, the CD-ROM drive may
malfunction or the disc may be scratched.
PAL-M system country
Brazil
PAL-N system countries
Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay
Using your camera
abroad
SECAM system countries
Bulgaria, Czech Republic, France,
Guiana, Hungary, Iran, Iraq, Monaco,
Poland, Russia, Slovak Republic,
Ukraine, etc.
Power sources
You can use your camera in any
country or area with the supplied
battery charger within 100 V to 240 V
AC, 50/60 Hz. Use a commercially
available AC plug adaptor [a], if
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Troubleshooting
If you experience trouble with your camera, first check the following items. Should
your camera still not operate properly after you have made these checks, consult your
Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. If code displays (C:ss:ss)
appear on the LCD screen or on the viewfinder, the self-diagnosis display function is
working (page 73).
Symptom
Cause and/or Solution
Your camera does not
work.
• You are not using an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack.
t
Use an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (page 8).
• The disc is not inserted properly.
Remove the disc, and insert it again (page 14).
t
• The battery level is too low. (The
indicator
appears.)
t
Charge the battery pack (page 9).
• The AC power adaptor is not connected securely.
t
Connect it securely to the DC IN jack and a wall
outlet (mains) (page 9, 11).
• The malfunction occurs inside the camera.
t
Turn off the power, and turn on after one
minute, then check that the camera works
properly.
Your camera cannot
record images.
• The PLAY/STILL/MOVIE selector is set to PLAY.
Set it to MOVIE or STILL (page 18, 24).
• No disc has been inserted into your camera.
Insert a disc (page 14).
• The disc has not been initialized.
Initialize the disc (page 14).
t
t
t
The picture is noisy.
• Your camera is placed near a TV or other
equipment that uses strong magnets.
t
Move your camera away from the TV, etc.
The picture is too dark.
• You are shooting a subject with a light source
behind the subject.
t
Adjust the exposure (page 53).
• The brightness of the LCD screen is too low.
t
Adjust the brightness of the LCD screen
(page 20).
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Symptom
Cause and/or Solution
The flash does not work.
• The flash is set to
.
t
Set the flash to (no indication),
(page 22).
, or
• The camera is in one of the following PROGRAM
AE modes: Twilight, Twilight plus, or Landscape.
t
Cancel the PROGRAM AE function or set the
flash to (page 22, 51).
• The PLAY/STILL/MOVIE selector is set to
MOVIE.
t
Set it to STILL.
• The flash is not popped up.
Pop up the flash (page 22).
Set the correct date and time (page 12).
• This is called the smear phenomenon.
This is not a malfunction.
t
The date and time are
recorded incorrectly.
t
Vertical streaks appear
when you are shooting a
very bright subject.
t
The battery life is short.
• You are recording/playing back images under
extremely cold temperatures.
• The battery pack is not charged enough.
t
Charge the battery pack fully.
• The battery pack is dead.
Replace the battery pack with a new one.
t
The indication of the
battery remaining time is
not proper.
• You are using the camera for many hours under
extremely hot or cold temperatures.
• The battery pack is dead.
t
Replace the battery pack with a new one
(page 8).
• The battery level is too low.
t
Install the charged battery pack (page 8, 9).
The power is immediately • —
turned off even if the
battery remaining
indicator indicates that the
battery level is sufficient.
t
Charge the battery pack about one hour after the
normal charge is complete (page 9).
The zoom does not work.
• PROGRAM AE is set to the Panfocus mode.
Cancel the Panfocus mode (page 51).
t
Digital zoom does not
function.
• You cannot use digital zoom to record moving
pictures.
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Symptom
Cause and/or Solution
The image is in
monochrome.
• You shot the image in TEXT mode.
t
Cancel the TEXT mode (page 49).
• The picture effect is set to the B&W mode.
Cancel the B&W mode (page 55).
• The disc has not been finalized.
Finalize the disc (page 14).
• An error occurs during recording by vibration.
t
The image cannot be
played back on the CD-
ROM drive of your
personal computer.
t
t
Possibly, you may be able to play back images if
you connect the camera to your personal
computer with the USB cable.
• The CD-ROM drive does not correspond to the
packet-write system.
t
Consult the personal computer or the CD-ROM
drive manufacturer.
• —
t
Consult the personal computer or software
manufacturer.
Your camera cannot delete • The disc has not been initialized.
an image.
t
Initialize the disc (page 14).
• The disc remaining capacity is not sufficient.
This is not a malfunction.
• The image is protected.
Cancel the protection (page 60).
t
t
The power turns off
suddenly.
• With the PLAY/STILL/MOVIE selector set to
STILL or MOVIE, 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.
t
Turn on the camera.
• The battery pack is discharged.
Replace it with a charged battery pack.
t
The image does not
• The VIDEO OUT setting of your camera is
appear on the TV screen.
incorrect.
t
Change the setting (page 46).
The slide show function
stops automatically.
• The slide show function stops after about
20 minutes.
t
To continue the slide show, select [START]
again (page 58).
You cannot use the
PROGRAM AE function.
• The camera is set to TEXT mode.
Cancel the TEXT mode (page 49).
t
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Symptom
Cause and/or Solution
The
button does not
• The camera is in manual focus mode.
work.
t
Set it to auto focus mode (page 50).
• PROGRAM AE is set to the Panfocus mode.
Cancel the Panfocus mode (page 51).
t
You cannot resize the
image.
• This function does not work on a moving image nor
on a TEXT image.
with the print mark.
image nor on a TEXT image.
Your personal computer
does not recognize your
camera.
• The camera is turned off.
t
Turn on the camera.
• The battery level is low.
Use the AC power adaptor (page 11).
• The USB cable is not connected firmly.
t
t
Disconnect the USB cable, and connect it again
firmly. Make sure that “PC MODE” is displayed
on the LCD screen or on the viewfinder
(page 34).
• The USB connectors on your personal computer are
connected to other equipment besides the keyboard,
the mouse, and your camera.
t
Disconnect the USB cables except for the ones
connected to the keyboard, the mouse, and your
camera (page 34).
The shutter cannot be
released when using an
external flash (not
supplied).
• The battery of the external flash is dead.
t
Replace the battery with a new one or remove
the external flash from the camera.
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Warning and notice messages
Various messages appear on the LCD screen or on the viewfinder. Check the
corresponding descriptions in the following list.
Message
Meaning
COVER OPEN
NO DISC
The disc cover is opened.
No disc has been inserted.
DRIVE ERROR
There is trouble with the disc drive or
disc.
DISC ERROR
An unusable disc is inserted.
There is trouble with the disc.
A moisture condensation has occurred
inside the camera.
DISC PROTECT
The disc was protected with a computer.
The same directory exists.
DIRECTORY ERROR
NOT ENOUGH DISC SPACE
The remaining capacity of the disc is not
enough to operate other than executing
the finalization.
NOT INITIALIZED
Since the disc has not been initialized,
the camera cannot record any image on
the disc.
ALREADY INITIALIZED
ALREADY FINALIZED
It is not necessary to execute the
initialization, the disc was initialized.
It is not necessary to execute the
finalization, the disc was finalized.
NO FILE
No image has been recorded on the disc.
Trouble has occurred during playback.
FILE ERROR
IMAGE SIZE OVER
You tried to play back images with an
image size larger than the maximum
playback size of this camera.
INVALID OPERATION
You try to play back the image recorded
with other equipment.
FILE PROTECT
The image is protected.
for "InfoLITHIUM" battery only
NOT ENOUGH BATTERY
The battery is not the “InfoLITHIUM” type.
The battery level is too low to execute the
initialization or finalization.
The battery level is too low.
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Self-diagnosis display
Your camera has a self-diagnosis display. This
function displays the camera condition on the
LCD screen or on the viewfinder with a
combination of a letter and four digits of numbers.
If this appears, check the following code chart.
The code informs you of the camera’s current
condition. The last two digits (indicated by ss)
will differ depending on the state of the camera.
Self-diagnosis display
• C: ss: ss
You can repair the camera
yourself.
• E: ss: ss
Contact your Sony dealer or local
authorized Sony service facility.
Code
Cause and/or Corrective Action
C:32:ss
• There is trouble with the disc drive.
t
Turn the power off and on again.
C:13:ss
• A disc not compatible with this camera
is inserted.
t
Change the disc (page 14).
E:61:ss
• A camera malfunction that you cannot
E:91:ss
repair has occurred.
t
Contact your Sony dealer or local
authorized Sony service facility and
inform them of the 5-digit service
code (example: E:61:10).
If you are unable to rectify the problem even if you try corrective actions a
few times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
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Specifications
Audio: 327 mV (at a 47 kΩ
load)
Output impedance: 2.2 kΩ
DIGITAL I/O jack
4-pin connector
Built-in speaker
System
Image device
1/2.7 type color CCD
Lens
10× zoom lens
f = 1/4 – 2 3/8 in (6.0 –
60.0 mm) (1 9/16 – 15 3/8 in
(39 – 390 mm) when
converted into a 35 mm still
camera)
F = 2.8
Exposure control
Automatic exposure
White balance
Automatic, Indoor, Outdoor,
One-push
Data compression
system
Movie: MPEG1
Still:
JPEG, TIFF, GIF (in TEXT
mode)
Audio (with still image):
MPEG AUDIO (Monaural)
Recording medium
8 cm CD-R
Flash
Recommended recording
distance:
23 5/8 in to 8 1/3 feet (0.6 m
to 2.5 m)
Drive
Dynamic speaker
AC-L10A/L10B/L10C
AC power adaptor
Power requirements
100 V to 240 V AC,
50/60 Hz
External flash jack
Minijack
LCD screen
LCD panel
TFT (Thin Film Transistor
active matrix) drive
LCD size
2.5 type
Total number of dots
123 200 (560×220) dots
Rated output voltage
DC 8.4 V, 1.5 A in operating
mode
Operation temperature
32 °F to 104 °F (0 °C to
40°C)
Storage temperature
–4 °F to +140 °F (–20 °C to
+60 °C)
Maximum dimensions
5×1 9/16×2 1/2 in
Viewfinder
LCD panel
TFT (Thin Film Transistor
active matrix) drive
Total number of dots
180 000 (800×225) dots
(125×39×62 mm) (w/h/d)
Mass
Approx. 10 oz (280 g)
NP-F550 battery pack
Used battery
Lithium ion battery
Maximum voltage
DC 8.4 V
Nominal voltage
DC 7.2 V
General
Application
Sony battery pack NP-F550
Power requirements
8.4 V
Power consumption
(During shooting)
4.9 W (When using the LCD
screen)
4.5 W (When using the
viewfinder)
Operation temperature
32 °F to 104 °F (0 °C to
40 °C)
Storage temperature
–4 °F to +140 °F (–20 °C to
+60 °C)
Capacity
10.8 Wh (1 500 mAh)
Accessories
Read: Maximum ×8
Write: ×4
AC-L10A/L10B/L10C
AC power adaptor (1)
Power cord (mains lead) (1)
NP-F550 battery pack (1)
A/V connecting cable (1)
USB cable (1)
8 cm CD adaptor (1)
Mavica disc (5)
Shoulder strap (1)
Lens cap (1)
Readout
Noncontact optical readout
(using semiconductor laser)
Laser
Wavelength: 777 to 787 nm
NA: 0.5
Maximum dimensions
5 1/2×5 1/4×8 3/8 in
(137×131×212 mm) (w/h/d)
Maximum output: 23 mW
Emission duration: 600 ns
Input and Output
connector
A/V OUT (MONO) jack
(Monaural)
Minijack Video:
Lens cap strap (1)
CD-ROM (3)
Operating instructions (3)
Mass
Approx. 35 oz (990 g)
(including battery, disc and
lens cap, etc.)
Design and specifications
are subject to change
without notice.
Built-in microphone
Electret condenser
microphone
1 Vp-p, 75 Ω, unbalanced,
sync negative
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LCD screen/viewfinder indicators
The indicators during recording
1
2
3
4
qs
qd
qf
qg
qh
qj
qk
ql
w;
wa
5
3:2
120min
10
160R0 EC0:03
15s
6
7
8
9
0
qa
+1.0EV
DATE
SOLARIZE
F2.8
500
EFFECT FILE CAMERA SETUP
SELECT
OK
MENU BAR OFF
A Sharpness indicator
P Remaining disc capacity
indicator
B Focus mode indicator/Macro
This indicator changes to
executing the finalization.
after
indicator
C Battery remaining indicator
Q Recording time indicator
D Flash level indicator/Flash
R Self-diagnosis function
indicator/Recording time
indicator
mode indicator
E PROGRAM AE indicator/Zoom
indicator
S Self-timer indicator
F White balance indicator
G SteadyShot indicator
H Picture effect indicator
I Date and time indicator
J EV level indicator
T Spot light-metering indicator
U Menu bar and guide menu
They appear by pressing v on the
control button and disappear by
pressing V.
K Iris/Shutter speed indicator
L AE lock indicator/Focus lock
indicator
M Recording mode indicator
N Image size indicator
O Number of recorded images
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The indicators during still image playback
11/12
120min
1280
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
100-0001 2000
7
4
12:00AM
1 Protect indicator/Zoom scaling
F Remaining disc capacity
indicator
indicator
B Print mark of the playback
G Number of stored images on a
image
disc
C Recording mode of the
H Image number
playback image
I Recording date of the playback
D Image size indicator
image*
∗ When the menu bar is displayed, this
indicator disappears from the screen.
E File name*
The indicators during moving image playback
120min
6/8
160
0:10
6
7
8
9
0
1
2
3
4
5
INDEX DELETE FILE
SELECT OK
TOOL SETUP
MENU BAR OFF
A Moving image file indicator
B Image size indicator
C Playback button
H Image number/number of
stored images on a disc
I Playback image
J Playback bar
B is displayed during stop, and X
during playback.
D Image searching buttons
E Menu bar and guide menu
F Remaining disc capacity
indicator
G Counter
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“InfoLITHIUM” battery
pack ...............................8
INITIALIZE ....................16
S
Self timer .........................22
Self-diagnosis display......73
Setting the date and time
.....................................12
Single display...................56
SLIDE SHOW .................58
SteadyShot .......................21
Still image
Index
A
J
AC power adaptor............11
Adjusting brightness
Image...........................53
LCD screen..................20
AE (auto exposure)..........18
Auto power-off function....9
JPEG ................................28
M
Macro recording...............50
Manual focusing ..............50
Menu................................42
Moisture condensation.....64
Moving image
Playback ......................25
Recording ....................18
B
T
Battery pack
Recording ....................24
MPEG .......................24, 28
Charging........................9
Installing........................8
Remaining time .............9
Usable time..................10
BEEP................................46
TEXT mode .....................49
U
Using flash.......................22
Using your camera
N
Normal charge ...................9
Number of recordable
images
abroad..........................67
C
V
Charging ............................9
Cleaning...........................64
CLOCK SET....................12
Control button..................40
Battery pack ................10
E-mail mode ................48
Image size....................47
TEXT mode.................49
TIFF mode...................49
Voice mode .................48
Viewfinder .......................19
Viewing images using a
personal computer .......28
VOICE .............................48
D
W
DELETE ..........................61
DEMO..............................46
DIGITAL ZOOM ............45
Disc
Warning messages ...........72
White balance ..................53
P
PICTURE EFFECT .........55
PLAY/STILL/MOVIE
selector ........................40
Playing back
Z
Finalize........................29
Initialize.......................16
Inserting.......................14
Number of recordable
images
Zoom................................20
INDEX screen .............56
Moving images............26
Slide show ...................58
Still images..................25
Viewing images on a TV
............................59
Viewing images using a
personal computer
............................28
Power source
AC power adaptor .......11
Battery pack ..................8
PRINT MARK.................62
PROGRAM AE ...............51
PROTECT........................60
..............47, 48, 49
Usable type..................14
DPOF ...............................62
E
Editing
DELETE......................61
PROTECT...................60
E-MAIL ...........................48
F
FILE NUMBER...............44
FINALIZE .......................29
FLASH LEVEL...............45
Full charge .........................9
R
REC MODE.....................44
Recording
I
E-mail mode ................48
In macro ......................50
Moving image .............24
TEXT mode.................49
TIFF mode...................49
Voice memo ................48
With flash....................22
RESIZE............................62
Image
Deleting.......................61
File name.....................39
Print mark....................62
Protect .........................60
Size..............................47
INDEX screen..................56
Indicators on the LCD screen
or on the viewfinder ....75
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