3-084-996-15(1) Getting started ________________________ Shooting still images __________________ Digital Still Camera Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Viewing still images ___________________ Deleting still images ___________________ Before advanced operations _____________ 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. DSC-F828 Serial No. Advanced still image shooting____________ Advanced still image viewing_____________ Still image editing ______________________ Still image printing ______________________ (PictBridge printer) Enjoying movies________________________ Enjoying images on your computer ______ Troubleshooting ________________________ DSC-F828 © 2003 Sony Corporation Additional information ___________________ Index______________________________ WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. CAUTION The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Services Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) The number below is for the FCC related matters only. Regulatory Information CAUTION You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: --Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. --Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. --Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. --Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. The supplied interface cable must be used with the equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules. For the Customers in the U.S.A. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSC-F828 Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16450 W. Bernardo Dr, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. 2 For the Customers in the U.S.A. and Canada RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable. You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you. For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-822-8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/ Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium-Ion batteries. 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. Notice If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart the application or disconnect and connect the USB cable again. Certain countries or regions may regulate disposal of the battery used to power this product. Please consult with your local authority. For the Customers in Europe This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits sets out in the EMC Directive for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet). CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. Attention The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound of this digital camera. Notice for the customers in the United Kingdom A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience. Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced, a fuse of the same rating as the supplied one and approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362, (i.e., marked with or mark) must be used. 3 Before using your 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. Do not shake or strike the camera In addition to malfunctions and inability to record images, this may render the recording medium unusable or image data breakdown, damage or loss may occur. Remove dirt from the surface of the flash If the dirt changes color or sticks to the surface of the flash due to the heat of the flash, sufficient light may not be emitted. 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 or recording medium, etc. LCD screen, LCD finder (only models with an LCD finder) and lens · The LCD screen and the LCD finder are manufactured using extremely highprecision technology so over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue or green in color) that constantly appear on the LCD screen and the LCD finder. These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way. · Be careful when placing the camera near a window or outdoors. Exposing the LCD screen, the finder or the lens to direct sunlight for long periods may cause malfunctions. · Do not press the LCD screen hardly. The screen may be uneven and that may cause a malfunction. · Images may be trailed on the LCD screen in a cold location. This is not a malfunction. 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 water gets inside of the camera, it may cause the camera to malfunction, sometimes beyond repair. If moisture condensation occurs, see page 143 and follow the instructions on how to remove it before using the camera. Back up recommendation To avoid the potential risk of data loss, always copy (back up) data to a disk. Notes on image data compatibility · This camera conforms with the Design rule for Camera File system universal standard established by the JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). · Playback of images recorded with your camera on other equipment and playback of images recorded or edited with other equipment on your camera are not guaranteed. Do not expose the camera to sand or dust Using the camera in sandy or dusty locations may cause a malfunction. Do not aim the camera at the sun or other bright light This may cause irrecoverable damage to your eyes or the malfunction of your camera. Note on locations where you can use the camera Do not use the camera near a location that generates strong radio waves or emits radiation. The camera may not be able to record or play back properly. Precaution on copyright 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. The zoom lens This camera is equipped with zoom lens. Be careful not to bump the lens, and be careful not to apply force to it. 4 The pictures used in this manual The photographs used as examples of pictures in this manual are reproduced images, and are not actual images shot using this camera. Trademarks · "Memory Stick," , and "MagicGate Memory Stick" are trademarks of Sony Corporation. · "Memory Stick Duo" and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. · "Memory Stick PRO" and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. · "MagicGate" and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. · "InfoLITHIUM" is a trademark of Sony Corporation. · Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of the U.S. Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. · Macintosh, Mac OS and QuickTime are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. · Pentium is a trademark or a registered trademark of Intel Corporation. · CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation. · Microdrive is a registered trademark of Hitachi Global Storage Technologies in the United States and/or other countries. · In addition, system and product names used in this manual are, in general, trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective developers or manufacturers. However, the TM or ® marks are not used in all cases in this manual. About the Carl Zeiss lens This camera is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens which is capable of reproducing fine images. The lens for this camera uses the MTF# measurement system for cameras developed jointly by Carl Zeiss, in Germany, and Sony Corporation, and offers the same quality as other Carl Zeiss lenses. The lens for your camera is also T*-coated to suppress unwanted reflection and faithfully reproduce colors. # MTF is an abbreviation of Modulation Transfer Function, a numeric value indicating the amount of light from a specific part of the subject gathered at the corresponding position in the image. 5 Table of contents Before using your camera ......................... 4 Identifying the parts .................................. 9 Changing the lens orientation............. 32 Shooting close-ups ­ Macro............... 33 Using the self-timer............................ 34 Using the flash.................................... 34 Inserting the date and time on a still image.............................................. 36 Shooting according to scene conditions ­ Scene Selection ........................... 37 Selecting the recording folder.............51 Getting started Charging the battery pack ....................... 14 Using the AC Adaptor ............................ 17 Using your camera abroad ...................... 17 Turning your camera on/off .................... 18 How to use the multi-selector ................. 18 Setting the date and time......................... 19 Advanced still image shooting Manual features to photo-shooting situations .....................................52 Exposure (shutter speed, aperture, and ISO sensitivity) Shooting with Program auto ...................54 Program Shift......................................54 Shooting with shutter speed priority mode ........................................................55 Shooting with aperture priority mode .....56 Shooting with manual exposure mode ....57 Selecting the metering mode...................58 Adjusting the exposure ­ EV adjustment .............................59 Displaying a histogram .......................60 Shooting with the exposure fixed ­ AE LOCK ....................................62 Shooting three images with the exposure shifted ­ Exposure Bracket.............63 Selecting the ISO sensitivity ­ ISO.........64 Focus Choosing an auto focus method ..............65 Choosing a focus range finder frame ­ AF range finder............................65 Viewing still images Viewing images on the screen of your camera ............................................ 39 Viewing images on a TV screen............. 41 Shooting still images Inserting and removing a recording medium ........................................................ 21 Switching the recording medium........ 21 Inserting and removing a "Memory Stick" .............................................. 22 Inserting and removing a Microdrive/ CF card ....................................... ...