User manual SONY DSC-P73

2-189-207-11(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-P73/P93A 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-P73/P93A © 2004 Sony Corporation Additional information___________________ Index ______________________________ WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. 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 Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSC-P73 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. For the Customers in the U.S.A. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSC-P93A Responsible Party:Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16450 W. Bernardo Dr, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 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. 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. CAUTION You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. 2 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. and Canada RECYCLING NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE BATTERIES Nickel Metal Hydride 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 Nickel Metal Hydride 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. 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). Attention The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound of this digital camera. 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. 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 "Memory Stick" Read this first Trial recording Do not shake or strike the camera In addition to malfunctions and inability to record images, this may render the "Memory Stick" unusable or image data breakdown, damage or loss may occur. Before you record one-time events, you may want to make a trial recording to make sure that the camera is working correctly. N50 No compensation for contents of the recording For the Customers in the U.S.A. and Canada THIS CLASS B DIGITAL DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES AND THE CANADIAN ICES-003 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 4 The power zoom lens This camera is equipped with power zoom lens. Be careful not to bump the lens, and be careful not to apply force to it. 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 · is a trademark of Sony Corporation. · "Memory Stick," , "Memory Stick PRO," , "Memory Stick Duo," , "Memory Stick PRO Duo," , "MagicGate," are trademarks of Sony Corporation. · Picture Package is a trademark of Sony Corporation. · Microsoft, Windows, Windows Media, and DirectX are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. · Macintosh, Mac OS, QuickTime, iMac, iBook, PowerBook, Power Mac and eMac are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. · Macromedia and Flash are trademarks or registered trademarks of Macromedia, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. · Intel, MMX, and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. · 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. 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 118 and follow the instructions on how to remove it before using the camera. 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. 5 Table of contents Read this first ............................................ 4 Identifying the parts .................................. 8 Mode dial............................................ 10 Inserting the date and time on a still image.............................................. 34 Shooting according to scene conditions ........................................................ 35 Advanced still image shooting Choosing an auto focus method ..............49 Choosing a focus range finder frame ­ AF range finder............................49 Choosing a focus operation ­ AF Mode......................................50 Setting the distance to the subject ­ Focus preset .................................51 Shooting with manual shutter speed and aperture settings ­ Manual Exposure.........................52 Adjusting the exposure ­ EV adjustment .............................55 Displaying a histogram .......................56 Selecting the metering mode...................57 Adjusting color tones ­ White Balance...58 Adjusting the flash level ­ Flash Level...59 Shooting images in succession................60 Shooting in Multi Burst mode ­ Multi Burst...................................61 Shooting with special effects ­ Picture Effect ...............................62 Getting started Preparing batteries .................................. 11 Charging the batteries ............................. 11 Inserting the batteries.............................. 13 Using the AC Adaptor ............................ 16 Using your camera abroad ...................... 17 Turning your camera on/off .................... 17 How to use the control button................. 18 Setting the date and time......................... 18 Viewing still images Viewing images on the LCD screen of your camera ............................................ 38 Viewing images on a TV screen............. 40 Deleting still images Deleting images ...................................... 42 Formatting a "Memory Stick" ................ 44 Shooting still images Inserting and removing a "Memory Stick" ........................................................ 21 Setting the still image size ...................... 22 Image size and quality ............................ 23 Basic still image shooting ­ Using auto mode.......................... 25 Checking the last image shot ­ Quick Review .............................. 27 Using the zoom feature....................... 27 Shooting close-ups ­ Macro ............... 29 Using the self-timer ............................ 30 Selecting a flash mode........................ 31 Shooting images with the finder......... 33 Before advanced operations How to setup and operate your camera ........................................................ 46 Changing menu settings ..................... 46 Changing items in the SET UP screen ........................................................ 47 Deciding the still image quality.............. 47 Creating or selecting a folder ................. 48 Creating a new folder ......................... 48 Selecting the recording folder ............ 48 Advanced still image viewing Selecting the folder and playing back images ­ Folder ..............................63 6 Enlarging a portion of a still image ­ Playback zoom.............................64 Playing back successive images ­ Slide show....................................65 Rotating still images ­ Rotate .................66 Playing back images shot in Multi Burst mode ...............................................66 Playing back continuously ..................67 Playing back frame by frame ..............67 Enjoying images on your computer Copying images to your computer ­ For Windows users...................... 84 Installing the USB driver.................... 85 Connecting the camera to your computer ........................................................ 86 Copying images .................................. 87 Viewing the images on your computer ........................................................ 89 Image file storage destinations and file names.............................................. 90 Viewing an image previously copied to a computer......................................... 92 Installing "Picture Package"............... 92 Copying images using "Picture Package" ........................................................ 94 Using "Picture Package" .................... 95 Copying images to your computer ­ For Macintosh users .................... 96 Using "ImageMixer VCD2"............... 97 Additional information The number of images that can be saved/ shooting time.................................111 Menu items............................................112 SET UP items ........................................116 Precautions ............................................118 The "Memory Stick" .............................119 The nickel-metal hydride batteries ........120 The battery charger................................121 Specifications ........................................121 The LCD screen ....................................124 Still image editing Protecting images ­ Protect.....................68 Changing image size ­ Resize.................69 Choosing images to print ­ Print (DPOF) mark ......................70 Index Index......................................................128 Still image printing (PictBridge printer) Connecting to a PictBridge compliant printer..............................................72 Printing images........................................73 Printing index-images .............................75 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ...................................... 99 Warnings and messages........................ 108 Self-diagnosis display ­ If a code starting with an alphabet letter appears ..... 110 Enjoying movies Shooting movies......................................79 Viewing movies on the LCD screen .......80 Deleting movies ......................................81 Cutting movies ........................................82 7 Identifying the parts See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. Removing Attaching A B C D E F G H I J K 8 POWER button (17) POWER lamp (17) Shutter button (25) Mode dial (10) Flash (31) Self-timer lamp (30)/ AF illuminator (32, 116) Speaker (bottom surface) Finder window Lens ring Lens Microphone L Tripod receptacle (bottom surface) · The lens ring is removable so that you can attach an adaptor ring (not supplied). · Use a tripod with a screw length of less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). You will be unable to firmly secure the camera to tripods having longer screws, and may damage the camera. A Control button Menu on: v/V/b/B/z (18) Menu off: / /7/ (31/30/27/ 29) Mode dial "M": Shutter speed/ aperture value (52) B Finder (33) Self-timer/recording lamp (red) (30/26) AE/AF lock lamp (green) (26) (Flash charge) lamp (orange) (31) C LCD screen For details on the items on the LCD screen, see pages 124 to 127. D (LCD status/LCD on/off) button (33) E MENU button (46, 112) F RESET button (99) G DC IN jack (16) (USB) jack (86) H I A/V OUT (MONO) jack (40) J (Image Size/Delete) button (22, 42) K Zoom (W/T) buttons (27)/ (Index) button (39)/ / (Playback zoom) buttons (64) L Access lamp (21) M OPEN button (13) N Battery/"Memory Stick" cover (13) O Battery insertion slot (13) P "Memory Stick" insertion slot (21) Q Jack cover (16) R Hook for wrist strap (bottom surface) Attaching the wrist strap. 9 Mode dial Before using your camera, set the mark on the mode dial to the POWER button side. (Movie shooting) You can shoot movies (page 79). (Playback/Editing) You can play back or edit still images or movies (pages 38 and 68). (Auto adjustment mode) The focus, exposure and white balance are automatically adjusted to allow easy shooting. The image quality is set to [Fine] (page 47). P (Program auto shooting) (Twilight) (Twilight portrait) (Candle) (Landscape) Shooting adjustment is automatically carried out just as in the auto adjustment mode. However, you can intentionally adjust the focus, etc. In addition, you can set the desired functions using the menu (pages 46 and 112). M (Manual exposure shooting) (Beach) (Soft snap) You can easily shoot an effective photo based on the scene conditions in the scene (page 35). In addition, you can set the desired shooting functions using menus (pages 46 and 114). SET UP (Set up) You can manually adjust the shutter speed and the aperture value (page 52). In addition, you can set the desired shooting functions using menus (pages 46 and 112). You can change the settings of the camera (pages 47 and 116). 10 Getting started Preparing batteries Use the following batteries in this camera. Acceptable batteries HR 15/51:HR6 (size AA) Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries (2) ­ NH-AA-DA (2) (supplied) ­ NH-AA-2DA twin-pack, etc. (not supplied) Charging the batteries Notes on alkaline batteries Getting started · Alkaline batteries have a shorter life compared to the supplied Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries. The power may shut off even if the battery remaining indicator shows sufficient battery life remaining. · There is a big difference in the performance of batteries of different types and of batteries made by different manufacturers. This is especially true in low temperatures, where some batteries are noticeably weaker. You may not be able to shoot in temperatures below 5°C (41°F). · Do not mix new and old batteries. · The battery remaining indicator does not display the correct information. · There is a big difference between available shooting time and available playback time. Due to the characteristics of alkaline batteries, the camera may shut off with the lens portion extended if you change the position of the mode dial. In this case, replace the batteries with new ones or fully charged Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries. It is recommend that you use the supplied Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries. R6 (size AA) alkaline batteries (2) Batteries that cannot be used Manganese batteries Lithium batteries Ni-cad batteries If you use the batteries described above, we cannot guarantee full performance of the camera by property of the batteries, such as brownout of the batteries. 1 , Insert Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries into the battery charger (supplied) with the correct polarity +/­. · You cannot charge alkaline batteries using the battery charger. · Be sure to charge the Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries supplied with your camera before using them. · Connect the battery charger to an easily accessible wall outlet (wall socket) close by. · Even if the CHARGE lamp is not lit, the set is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket). If some trouble occurs while using the battery charger, immediately shut off the power by disconnecting the plug from the wall outlet (wall socket). 11 CHARGE lamp Charging time to a wall outlet (wall socket) Nickel-Metal Hydride battery NH-AA-DA × 2 (supplied) This represents the time required to charge fully depleted Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries using the supplied battery charger in an environment where the ambient temperature is 25°C (77°F). · Charging is complete in approximately six hours. The CHARGE lamp may remain lit longer than six hours, but this is not a malfunction. · If you use the battery charger supplied with the STAMINA "Quick charge" kit (not supplied), the batteries will charge faster. Charging time When charging two Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries: Approximately 2 hours 30 minutes When charging four Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries: Approximately 5 hours Charging time Approx. 6 hours Notes on the Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries · At the time of purchase, or when the Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries have not been used for a long time, they may not be fully charged. This is typical of this type of battery, and is not a malfunction. If this happens, repeatedly using up the battery fully, and then recharging it, should correct the problem. · If the poles of the Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries are dirty, the batteries may not be charged properly. Occasionally clean the poles of the batteries and the terminals of the charger by wiping them with a dry cloth. · When transporting the Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries, be sure to use the battery case (supplied). If the +/- metal terminals are shorted, there is a possibility of danger from excessive heat or fire. · Even when Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries are not being used they lose their charge naturally over time. It is recommended that you recharge the batteries just before using them. · If you recharge Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries before fully using up the existing charge, the so-called memory effect* can occur, and the low battery warning will be triggered sooner than expected. Charging the battery after fully depleting the existing charge should correct the problem. * The "memory effect" ­ the situation in which a battery temporarily accepts a less than full charge. 2 Power cord (Mains lead) , Connect the battery charger to a wall outlet (wall socket) using the power cord (mains lead). Charging starts, and the CHARGE lamp lights. When the CHARGE lamp goes out, charging is finished. For details on the battery charger, see page 121. To remove the batteries Press the - end of the battery down in order to raise the + end, then remove the battery. · When charging is finished, disconnect the power cord (mains lead) from the wall outlet (wall socket), and remove the Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries from the battery charger. 12 Inserting the batteries · To use up the batteries completely, put the camera in the slide show mode (page 65) and leave it that way until the batteries are used up. · Do not peel off the external seals or damage the batteries. Never use batteries from which the seals have been partially or completely removed, or batteries that have been split in any way. These may cause leakage, explosion, or heat-up of the battery, and personal scald or injury may be caused. These may cause a malfunction of the battery charger. Getting started 1 , Open the battery/"Memory Stick" cover. Turn up the battery/"Memory Stick" cover, and slide the cover in the direction of the arrow. 2 , Insert the batteries. Match the +/- poles of the batteries to the +/ - marks inside the battery case. · Occasionally clean the poles of the batteries and the terminals of the battery/"Memory Stick" cover by wiping them with a dry cloth. If the poles of the batteries or the terminals become covered with a film of dirt or oil from the skin, the operating time of the camera can be greatly reduced. 13 Battery remaining indicator (When using the Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries) As the battery power decreases with use, the battery remaining indicator displays the amount of power remaining using the following symbols. 3 , Close the battery/"Memory Stick" cover. Close the battery/"Memory Stick" cover while holding the batteries in. The cover is closed when it clicks. To remove the batteries Turn up the battery/"Memory Stick" cover, open the battery/"Memory Stick" cover, then remove the batteries. · Make sure you do not drop the batteries when opening or closing the battery/"Memory Stick" cover. Battery Battery remaining remaining guidelines indicator (A full charge is 100%) Sufficient power remaining Battery half full Battery low, recording/ playback will stop soon. Change the batteries for fully charged ones, or charge these batteries. (The warning indicator flashes.) · If the LCD screen is off, press to turn it on. · Based on the conditions under which the camera is being used and the state of the charge, or on the environment, this information may not be correctly indicated. · When using alkaline batteries, the correct battery remaining time is not indicated. There is a big difference in the performance of batteries of different types and of batteries made by different manufacturers, the power may shut off even if the battery remaining indicator shows sufficient battery life remaining. In this case, replace the batteries with new ones or fully charged Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries. · When the AC Adaptor (not supplied) is being used, the remaining battery information is not displayed. 14 Number of images and battery life that can be recorded/ viewed The tables show the approximate number of images and the battery life that can be recorded/ viewed when you shoot images in normal mode with fully charged batteries at a temperature of 25°C (77°F). The numbers of images that can be recorded or viewed take into account changing the supplied "Memory Stick" as necessary. Note that the actual numbers may be less than indicated depending on the conditions of use. · The battery capacity decreases little by little as you use it more and more, and as time passes (page 120). R6 (Size AA) alkaline battery (2) (not supplied) Image LCD No. of Battery size screen images life (min.) DSC-P93A On Approx. 80 Approx. 40 5M Off Approx. 180 Approx. 90 On Approx. 80 Approx. 40 VGA (E-Mail) Off Approx. 180 Approx. 90 DSC-P73 On Approx. 110 Approx. 55 4M Off Approx. 240 Approx. 120 On Approx. 110 Approx. 55 VGA (E-Mail) Off Approx. 240 Approx. 120 When using Sony alkaline batteries 1) Shooting in the following situations: ­ The image quality is set to [Fine] ­ [AF Mode] is set to [Single] ­ Shooting one time every 30 seconds ­ The zoom is switched alternately between the W and T ends ­ The flash strobes once every two times ­ The power turns on and off once every ten times The measurement method is based on CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) Viewing still images2) Getting started NH-AA-DA (2) (supplied) No. of Image size images DSC-P93A 5M DSC-P73 4M 2) Battery life (min.) Approx. 460 Approx. 460 Approx. 490 Approx. 490 Approx. 9200 VGA (E-Mail) Approx. 9200 Approx. 9800 VGA (E-Mail) Approx. 9800 Viewing single images in order at about three second intervals Shooting still images Under the average conditions1) NH-AA-DA (2) (supplied) Image LCD No. of Battery size screen images life (min.) DSC-P93A On Approx. 410 Approx. 205 5M Off Approx. 740 Approx. 370 On Approx. 410 Approx. 205 VGA (E-Mail) Off Approx. 740 Approx. 370 DSC-P73 On Approx. 420 Approx. 210 4M Off Approx. 760 Approx. 380 On Approx. 420 Approx. 210 VGA (E-Mail) Off Approx. 760 Approx. 380 Shooting movies3) NH-AA-DA (2) (supplied) LCD LCD screen On screen Off DSC-P93A DSC-P73 3) Approx. 210 Approx. 270 Approx. 210 Approx. 270 Shooting continuously at [160] image size 15 Using the AC Adaptor · The number of images and the battery life that can be recorded/viewed are decreased under the following conditions: ­ The surrounding temperature is low ­ The flash is used ­ The camera has been turned on and off many times ­ The zoom is used frequently ­ [LCD Backlight] is set to [Bright] in the SET UP settings ­ [AF Mode] is set to [Monitor] ­ The battery power is low. AC Adaptor (not supplied) 2 To a wall outlet (wall socket) DC plug 1 Jack cover Power cord (mains lead) 1 , Open the jack cover, then connect the AC-LS5 AC Adaptor (not supplied) to the DC IN jack of the camera. Connect the plug with the v mark facing up. · Be sure to use the AC-LS5 AC Adaptor. Other AC adaptors cannot be used with this camera. · Connect the AC Adaptor to an easily accessible wall outlet (wall socket) close by. If some trouble occurs while using the adaptor, immediately shut off the power by disconnecting the plug from the wall outlet (wall socket). 2 , Connect the power cord (mains lead) to the AC Adaptor and to a wall outlet (wall socket). · When you have finished using the AC Adaptor, disconnect it from the DC IN jack of the camera and the wall outlet (wall socket). · The set is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket), even if the unit itself has been turned off. 16 Using your camera abroad Power sources You can use your camera in any country or region with the battery charger (supplied) or the AC-LS5 AC Adaptor (not supplied) within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet (wall socket) [b]. BC-CS2A/CS2B Turning your camera on/off The Auto Power Off function POWER POWER lamp Getting started , Press POWER to turn on the power. · Do not use an electrical transformer (travel converter), as this may cause a malfunction. The POWER lamp lights in green and the power is on. When you turn on the camera for the first time, the Clock Set screen appears (page 18). To turn off the power Press POWER again, the POWER lamp goes out, and the camera turns off. · When you turn the power on with the mode dial not set to SET UP or , the lens begins to move. Please be careful not to touch the lens. · Do not leave the camera with the lens portion pulled out by removing the batteries or AC Adaptor (not supplied), etc., for a long time. This may cause a malfunction. If no tasks are performed for about three minutes when shooting, viewing images, or setting up the camera while using the batteries, power is automatically shut off to preserve battery power. However, in the following circumstances, even if the batteries are being used to power the camera, the Auto Power Off function will not work. · Movies are being played back · A slide show is being shown · A cable is connected to the (USB) jack or the A/V OUT (MONO) jack 17 How to use the control button Camera AF Mode: Single Digital Zoom: Smart Date/Time: Off Red Eye Reduction: Off AF Illuminator: Auto Auto Review: Off SELECT Setting the date and time Mode dial Clock Set Y/M/D M/D/Y D/M/Y 2004 / 1 / 1 12 : 00 AM Setup 2 File Number: USB Connect: OK Video Out: Cancel Clock Set: OK Cancel 1 To change the current settings of the camera, bring up the menu or the SET UP screen (pages 46, 47), and use the control button to make the changes. When setting up the menu, press v/V/b/B to select the item or the setting and make the setting. When setting up the SET UP, press v/V/b/ B to select the item or the setting and press z to make the setting. 2 . , Press POWER to turn on the power. The POWER lamp lights in green and the Clock Set screen appears on the LCD screen. , Set the mode dial to · To set the time and the date again, set the mode dial to SET UP, select [Clock Set] in (Setup 2) (pages 47, 117), then proceed from Step 3. · You can carry out this operation even when the mode dial is set to P, M, , ,, , , , or . 18 Getting started Clock Set Y/M/D M/D/Y D/M/Y 2004 / 1 / 1 12 : 00 AM Clock Set Y/M/D M/D/Y D/M/Y 2004 / 1 / 1 12 : 00 AM Clock Set Y/M/D M/D/Y D/M/Y 2005 / 1 / 1 10 : 00 AM OK Cancel OK Cancel OK Cancel 3 , Select the desired date format with v/V on the control button, then press z. You can select from [Y/M/D] (year/month/ day), [M/D/Y], and [D/M/Y]. · If the rechargeable button battery, which provides the power for saving the time data, is ever fully discharged (page 119), the Clock Set screen will appear again. When this happens, reset the date and time by starting from Step 3 above. 4 , Select the year, month, day, hour, or minute item you want to set with b/B on the control button. v is shown above and V is shown below the selected item. 5 , Set the desired numerical value with v/V on the control button, then press z. After setting the current numerical value, set the next item. Repeat Steps 4 and 5 until all of the items have been set. · If you select [D/M/Y] in Step 3, set the time on a 24-hour cycle. · 12:00 AM stands for midnight and 12:00 PM stands for noon. 19 Clock Set Y/M/D M/D/Y D/M/Y 2005 / 1 / 1 10 : 30 AM OK Cancel 6 , Select [OK] with B on the control button, then press z. The date and time are set and the clock will start to keep time. · To cancel the setting process, select [Cancel], then press z. 20