2-582-856-13 (1) Digital Still Camera Enjoying the camera User's Guide/ Troubleshooting Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual and "Read This First" (separate volume) thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Using the menu Using the Setup screen 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-P200 Serial No. ___________________________ Using your computer Printing still images DSC-P200 Connecting your camera to your TV Troubleshooting Others "Read This First" (separate volume) Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. Explains the set-up and basic operations for shooting/playback with your camera. Index Printed on 100% recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. Printed in Japan © 2005 Sony Corporation WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. The number below is for the FCC related matters only. Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSC-P200 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16450 W. Bernardo Dr, San Diego, CA 92127U.S.A. Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. For Customers in the U.S.A. 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. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. 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. If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Services Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) 2 For 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. Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and oher European countries with separate collection systems) Notice on the supplied AC Adaptor for customers in the United Kingdom A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience. Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced, a fuse of the same rating as the supplied one and approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362, (i.e., marked with an 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. This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. Applicable Accessories: "Memory Stick." "Memory Stick" For Customers in Europe This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet). For Customers in the U.S.A. and Canada 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 CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN ICES003. Attention The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound of this camera. Notice If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart the application or disconnect and connect the communication cable (USB, etc.) again. 3 Notes on using your camera Types of "Memory Stick" that can be used The IC recording medium used by this camera is a "Memory Stick". There are two types of "Memory Stick". · "Memory Stick" Notes on the AC Adaptor · Do not short the DC plug of the AC Adaptor with a metallic object, as this may cause malfunction. · Clean the DC plug of the AC Adaptor with a dry cotton swab, etc. Do not use the plug if it is dirty. Use of a dirty plug may not properly charge the battery pack. Notes on recording/playback · "Memory Stick Duo": Inserting a "Memory Stick Duo" into a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor. · Before you record one-time events, make a trial recording to make sure that the camera is working correctly. · Be careful not to get the camera wet. Water entering the inside of the camera may cause malfunctions which in some cases may not be repairable. · Do not aim the camera at the sun or other bright light. This may cause irrecoverable damage to your eyes. Or it may cause the malfunction of your camera. · Do not use the camera near a location that generates strong radio waves or emits radiation. The camera may not be able to record or play back properly. · Using the camera in sandy or dusty locations may cause malfunctions. · If moisture condensation occurs, remove it before using the camera (page 92). · Do not shake or strike the camera. In addition to malfunctions and an inability to record images, this may render the recording medium unusable, or cause image data breakdown, damage or loss. · Clean the flash surface before use. The heat of flash emission may cause dirt on the flash surface to become discolored or to stick to the flash surface, resulting in insufficient light emission. · To avoid the potential risk of data loss, always copy (back up) data to other medium. · The contents of the recording cannot be compensated for if recording or playback is not possible due to a malfunction of your camera or recording media, etc. Memory Stick Duo Adaptor · For details on "Memory Stick", see page 88. Notes on the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack · Charge the supplied NP-FR1 battery pack before using the camera for the first time. (t step 1 in"Read This First") · The battery pack can be charged even if it is not completely discharged. Also, even if battery pack is not fully charged, you can use the partially charged capacity of the battery pack as is. · If you do not intend to use the battery pack for a long time, use up the existing charge and remove it from your camera, then store it in a cool, dry place. This is to maintain the battery pack's functions (page 90). · For details on the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack, see page 90. Carl Zeiss lens This camera is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens which is capable of reproducing sharp images with excellent contrast. The lens for this camera has been produced under a quality assurance system certified by Carl Zeiss in accordance with the quality standards of Carl Zeiss in Germany. 4 Notes on the LCD screen, LCD finder (for models with an LCD finder) and lens · The LCD screen and the LCD finder are manufactured using extremely high-precision technology so over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue, or green in color) that constantly appear on the LCD screen and the LCD finder. These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way. · Exposing the LCD screen, the finder, or the lens to direct sunlight for long periods may cause malfunctions. Be careful when placing the camera near a window or outdoors. · Do not press against the LCD screen. The screen may be discolored and that may cause a malfunction. · Images may trail across on the LCD screen in a cold location. This is not a malfunction. · This camera is equipped with a power zoom lens. Be careful not to bump the lens, and be careful not to apply force to it. On image data compatibility · This camera conforms with DCF (Design rule for Camera File system universal standard) established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). · Playback of images recorded with your camera on other equipment and playback of images recorded or edited with other equipment on your camera are not guaranteed. Warning on copyright Television programs, films, videotapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws. 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. 5 For full use of the digital still camera Prepare the camera and shoot in auto adjustment mode "Read This First" (separate volume) 1 Charge the battery 2 Turn the camera on/set the clock 3 Insert a "Memory Stick" 4 Select the image size for use 5 Shoot images easily (Auto adjustment mode) Shoot still images (Scene Selection) 6 View images/Delete images Get more friendly with your camera This manual · Shoot with your favorite settings (Program auto shooting/ Manual shooting) t page 23 · Enjoy various shooting/playback using the menu t page 25 1 2 · Change the default settings t page 43 Connect your camera to a PC or a printer This manual · Print images by connecting your camera directly to a printer (PictBridge compliant printers only) t page 66 · Copy your images to a computer and enjoy editing them in various ways t page 53 6 Table of contents Notes on using your camera .....................................................................4 Enjoying the camera Basic techniques for better images .........................................................10 Focus ­ Focusing on a subject successfully................................................... 10 Exposure ­ Adjusting the light intensity .......................................................... 11 Color ­ On the effects of lighting..................................................................... 12 Quality ­ On "image quality" and "image size" ............................................... 13 Identifying parts.......................................................................................14 Indicators on the screen ..........................................................................16 Changing the screen display ................................................. ...