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  • Sony A700K | User Guide - Page 1
    Digital Single Lens Reflex Camera User's Guide/ Troubleshooting "Read This First" (separate volume) Explains the set-up and basic operations for shooting/ playback with your camera. Before your operation Using the shooting functions Using the viewing functions Using the menu Using your computer
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    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. 2
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    manual for future reference. Carefully observe all warnings, precautions and instructions on the appliance, or the one described in the operating instructions and adhere to them. Use battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions from the appliance. Accessories Do not place the
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    when following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are specified in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other servicing to qualified service personnel. Replacement parts When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement
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    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.: DSLR-A700 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via
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    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 for the customers in the countries applying EU Directives The manufacturer of this product
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    to become discolored or to stick to the flash surface, resulting in insufficient light emission. • Keep the camera, supplied accessories, etc., out of the reach of children. The battery pack, the accessory shoe cap, etc., may be swallowed. If such a problem occurs, consult a doctor immediately. 7
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    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. 8
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    3 Read this first 5 Notes on using your camera 7 Before your operation Identifying parts 14 Indicators on the monitor 19 Switching the recording information display 23 Number of images 24 The number of images that can be recorded when using the battery pack ...28 Basic operation 29 How to
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    the histogram 85 Enlarging images 86 Rotating an image 88 Viewing images on a TV screen 89 Operating with the Remote Commander 91 Using the menu Menu list 92 Recording menu 1 94 Image size Aspect ratio Quality D-RangeOptimizer Creative Style Custom button Exposure step Recording menu
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    setup Dial exp.comp Ctrl dial lock Button ops. Release w/oCard Release w/oLens Custom menu 3 110 Red eye reduc. Exp.comp.set Bracket order Auto review Auto off w/ VF Rec.info.disp. Img.orientation Custom menu 4 113 Custom reset 11
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    Playback menu 1 114 Delete Format Protect DPOF setup Date imprint Index print PlaybackDisplay Playback menu 2 119 Slide show Interval Setup menu 1 120 LCD brightness Info.disp.time Power save Video output HDMI output Language Date/Time setup Setup menu 2 123 Memory card File number Folder name
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    Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer 146 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 149 Warning messages 158 Others On the memory card (not supplied 161 On the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 163 On the battery charger 164 Optional accessories 165 Precautions 168 Specifications
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    Before your operation Identifying parts Camera * Do not directly touch these parts. See the pages in parentheses for details of operation. P Built-in flash* (t step 5 in "Read This First") Q DRIVE button (
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    : Fn (Function) button (30) For viewing: (Rotate) button (88) L Accessory shoe (166) M Diopter-adjustment dial (t step 5 in "Read This First") P Image sensor position mark (50) Q For shooting: AF/MF (Auto focus/ manual focus) button (53) For viewing: (Enlarge) button (86) R Rear control dial
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    Remote Commander A Tripod receptacle • 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 screws longer than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch), and may damage the camera. B Battery cover open lever (t step 1 in "Read This First") C
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    of in fire. • When the lithium battery becomes weak, the operating distance of the Remote Commander may shorten, or the Remote Commander may not function properly. In this case, replace the battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion
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    When threading the strap through the holder ring, hold the tip of the strap with your finger, and slide the holder ring rather than the tip of the strap into position to secure the strap. If the holder ring comes off the strap, put it back on the strap from the notched side. Notched side 18
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    : The flash is being charged Lit: The flash has been charged (t step 5 in "Read This First") WL Wireless flash (73) High-speed sync (167) Manual focus (53) z Focus (t step 5 in "Read This First") 125 Shutter speed (39) 5.6 Aperture (37) EV scale (42, 47, 58) AE lock (46) 9 Shots
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    (46) Indication Flash mode (73)/Red-eye reduction (110) Exposure-compensation (45)/Metered Manual (42) Flash-compensation (75) EV scale (42, 47, 58) ISO AUTO ISO temperature, Color filter, Custom) (61) D Display 90% Indication Battery remaining (t step 1 in "Read This First") Image quality (96
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    Before your operation E Operation guide The next operation may be indicated on the DPOF set (116) Image quality (96) 1/30 F4.0 ISO 400 2007 1 1 10:37PM 3/7 Image size (94) Battery remaining (t step 1 in "Read This First") Shutter speed (39) Aperture (37) ISO sensitivity (64) Date of recording
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    temperature, Color filter, Custom) (61) D-range optimizer (66) Date of recording File number/total number of images Image size (94) Battery remaining (t step 1 in "Read This First") Playback image (85) B Display P A S M Indication Histogram (85) Mode dial (34) 1/125 F3.5 ISO100 -0.3 -0.3 35mm
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    enlarged display. You can choose to turn off the display to minimize battery consumption. When you rotate the camera to a vertical position, the display automatically rotates to adjust to the camera position. Horizontal position Detailed display Enlarged display No display DISP (Display) button
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    Number of images The tables show the approximate number of images that can be recorded on a memory card formatted with this camera. The values may vary depending on the shooting conditions. The number of images "Memory Stick Duo" Image size: L 12M (Aspect ratio: 3:2) Size Capacity 128MB 256MB
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    Before your operation Image size: M 5.4M (Aspect ratio: 16:9) Size Capacity 128MB 256MB 512MB Standard 56 99 209 Fine 40 72 152 Extra fine 22 41 87 cRAW & JPEG 7 13 29 RAW & JPEG 5 9 21 Image size: S 3.0M (Aspect ratio: 3:2) Size Capacity 128MB 256MB 512MB Standard 74
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    CF card Image size: L 12M (Aspect ratio: 3:2) Capacity Size 256MB 512MB Standard 64 129 Fine 43 87 Extra fine 23 46 cRAW & JPEG 13 26 RAW & JPEG 10 20 cRAW 19 38 RAW 13 26 1GB 255 174 93 53 40 76 52 Image size: L 10M (Aspect ratio: 16:9) Capacity Size 256MB 512MB
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    Before your operation Image size: M 5.4M (Aspect ratio: 16:9) Capacity Size 256MB 512MB 1GB Standard 112 225 446 Fine 81 164 325 Extra fine 46 93 185 cRAW & JPEG 15 31 61 RAW & JPEG 11 22 44 Image size: S 3.0M (Aspect ratio: 3:2) Capacity Size 256MB 512MB Standard 148
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    pack The table shows the approximate number of images that can be recorded when you use the camera with the battery pack (supplied) at full capacity and at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). The numbers of images that can be recorded take into account changing
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    images, you can select playback images using the multi-selector. Examples: To select menu items MENU button Multi-selector (Playback) button The directions in which the multi-selector is moved are expressed as follows in this operating instructions. Up: v Down: V To the right: B To
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    the recording information screen, the Exclusive disp screen that switches the display to each exclusive screen is available. In this operating instructions, examples use the Quick Navi screen for explanations. Quick Navi screen Exclusive disp screen Fn (Function) button Front control dial Rear
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    -selector. 3 Set the item with the front or rear control dial. For details on how to set up each item, see the corresponding page. • When using Creative Style (page 67), some of the setup tasks can be accomplished only on the Exclusive disp screen. How to operate on the Exclusive disp
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    75 page 94 page 96 Gray items are not available. * Unavailable on the enlarged display screen (page 23). Operate from the Recording menu. How to use the menu MENU button Multi-selector 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. 2 Move the multi-selector to b/B to select the desired menu page
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    Before your operation 3 Move the multi-selector to v/V to select the desired item, then press the center. 4 Move the multi-selector to v/V to select the desired setting, then press the center. 5 Press the MENU button to turn off the menu. The menu is also turned off if you press the shutter button
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    the shooting functions Using the mode dial Set the mode dial to the desired function. Mode dial Recording modes : Auto adjustment mode Allows easy shooting with the settings adjusted automatically, depending entirely on the camera. t step 5 in "Read This First" : Scene Selection mode Allows you
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    not to fire the flash. • The shutter speed becomes slower when the subject is dark. If appears in the viewfinder, be careful about camera shake or use a tripod. The Super SteadyShot function is also effective. Macro Shoots close subjects such as flowers, insects. You can achieve clear and sharp
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    at a distance without losing the dark atmosphere of the surroundings. Do not use the flash (Push the flash back down). • The picture may not scene. Shooting with program auto - P In program auto mode, the camera automatically adjusts the shutter speed and the aperture according to the brightness of
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    value are displayed, select the shutter speed using the front control dial or select the aperture value using the rear control dial. PS shift PA . Shooting with aperture priority mode - A You can adjust the aperture manually. If you open the aperture (a smaller F-number), the infocus range
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    adjusting again is recommended. • When the flash is pulled up, the flash fires regardless of the amount of ambient light (page 73). • When using the flash, if you close the aperture (a larger F-number), the flash light does not reach a distant subject. Opening the aperture (a smaller F-number) is
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    a focus hold button, you can set the camera to perform the preview function using the focus hold button with [FocusHoldButton] in the Custom menu (page 106). Shooting with shutter speed priority mode - S You can adjust the shutter speed manually
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    is pulled up, the flash fires regardless of the amount of ambient light (page 73). • When using the flash, if you close the aperture (a larger F-number) by making the shutter speed slower, the subject's flowing movement. In such cases, use of a tripod is recommended to prevent camera shake. 40
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    manual exposure mode - M Manual exposure You can manually adjust the shutter speed and aperture values. This mode is useful when you maintain the setting of the shutter speed and the aperture value or when you use • The (Camera-shake warning) indicator does not appear in the manual exposure mode. 41
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    the camera meter and the set exposure determined by the shutter speed, and the aperture specified by the photographer (Metered Manual). is shifted by just the corresponding amount of the adjustment. z How to use the AEL button in manual mode While you press and hold the AEL (AE lock) button, the
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    Using the shooting functions Manual shift You can change the shutter speed and aperture value combination without changing the exposure in manual mode. Mode dial Front control dial . Attach a tripod to the camera when using the bulb shooting function. Mode dial Front control dial Shutter button
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    shoot in bulb exposure mode up to about four and a half hours using a fully charged battery pack. • After shooting, the noise reduction will be done for the time, the more outstanding the noise on the monitor. • To reduce camera-shake, connecting the Remote Commander is recommended (pages 60, 166).
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    However, you can set the exposure to your desired setting in the following setup. Adjusting the exposure You can manually shift the exposure value determined by the camera. Use this mode when you brighten or darken the overall screen. (Exposure) button Multi-selector 1 Press the (Exposure) button to
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    + plus direction is effective. Adjust in the + direction When shooting a darker overall image, the camera judges that the subject is too dark and may set a brighter exposure for the image. In other than shutter speed priority mode or manual mode, the slow sync shooting is performed (page 77). 46
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    Using the shooting functions • You can set the camera to keep the exposure value after releasing the AEL is pressed While you press the AEL (AE lock) button, an exposure value determined by the camera is locked as the standard value (0). At the same time, an exposure value within the spot metering
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    or the subject is not in the center of the image, you must use exposure compensation (page 45). (Spot) This mode measures light only in the screen, use AE lock to take the picture (page 46). Spot metering area Position of the subject. z Multi segment metering The screen of this camera is equipped
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    the multi-selector, then press the center. • You can also select the AF area from the Recording menu (page 101). ( : The default setting) (Wide) The camera determines which of the 11 AF area is used in focusing within the wide AF area. AF area 49
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    In such cases, use the focus lock shooting feature (page 51) or manual focus (page 53). - A subject that is low in contrast, such as blue sky or a white wall on the top of the camera shows the location of the image sensor*. When you measure the exact distance between the camera and the subject, refer
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    Using the shooting functions z Shooting techniques When the subject is outside the AF area (Focus-lock) If the subject is off-center and outside the AF
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    , if the subject is motionless, the focus is locked and if the subject is in motion, the camera continues to focus. This mode is used in various situations. • You can substitute DMF (Direct Manual Focus) for AF-A with [AF-A setup] in the Recording menu (page 101). C ( Continuous AF) In this mode
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    focus is confirmed. When the Wide AF area is used, the center area is used, and when the Local AF area is used, the area that is selected with the multi-selector is used. • To obtain steady exposure in manual focus mode, the camera uses the distance information to determine the exposure. To improve
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    Using AF illuminator In the auto focus mode, even when you shoot a subject under dark conditions or a low contrast subject, the AF illuminator allows the camera to focus more easily on a subject. Press the shutter button half way down, a red illuminator is automatically emitted until the focus is
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    the mode Select the setting 3 Press the center of the multi-selector to turn off the screen. ( : The default setting) Single-shot adv. • Also used for canceling other drive modes. Continuous adv. (page 56) Self-timer (page 57) Bracket: Cont. (page 57) Bracket: Single (page 58) WB bracket (page
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    is set to (Single-shot AF) or (Manual focus), and the shutter speed is 1/250 second to the original number, depending on the camera memory buffer. • When the built-in • The last image is displayed in auto review. • The number of continuous shooting images obtainable use the table only as a guide. 56
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    the photographer appears in a photo and the 2-second self-timer is convenient to reduce the camera-shake because the mirror is pulled up beforehand. Check that the focus is confirmed on the subject, then press the shutter button. 10sec self-timer 2sec self-timer • When using the 10-second self-timer
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    images shot by shot with the exposure shifted by 0.7 of a step. • When using the flash, press the shutter button shot by shot regardless of the setting. • in shutter speed priority mode. Normally, the shutter speed changes in manual mode. You can change the aperture by pressing and holding the AEL
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    Using the shooting functions For details on the operation 1 page 55 • When the color conversion quality in color temperature filters. • Only the image recorded last is displayed in auto review (page 111). Shooting with the DRO advanced bracket DRO advanced bracket shooting takes three pictures while
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    that the subject is visually in focus, and point the transmitter at the remote sensor located on the front of the camera, then press the SHUTTER or 2 SEC button. • You cannot use the other drive modes (Continuous advanced, etc.). • To lock the focus (focus lock shooting, page 51), press the shutter
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    Using the shooting functions Image processing and color This section explains how to set up the ISO sensitivity of the image sensor, color processing that is a unique feature of digital cameras mode. However, you can adjust color tones manually with the white balance mode. Reddish Multi-selector
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    sky using the set color temperature as the standard, the color can be compensated from G (Green) to M (Magenta) just like using a CC (Color Compensation) filter for photography. • When setting the color temperature measured by the color meter, test shooting is recommended before the actual photo
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    multi-selector after the setting is completed. Custom white balance In a scene where the ambient light consists of multiple types of light source, use of custom white balance is recommended in order to accurately reproduce the whiteness. Up to three settings are registered. 1 Select a custom white
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    2 Hold the camera so that the white area fully covers the spot-metering circle and • The message "Custom WB error" indicates that the value is beyond the expected range. (When the flash is used on a subject in close proximity or a subject with a bright color is in the frame.) If you register this
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    Fn (Function) button for the ISO button (page 30). As in this case above, the number is incremented by 1 step using the front control dial and it is incremented by 1/3 step using the rear control dial. • When ISO is set to [AUTO] and the mode dial is set to P, A, or S, the ISO
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    Using the D-Range Optimizer The camera analyzes the shooting conditions and automatically corrects the image to improve the image quality. Front control dial Multi-selector Fn (Function) button Rear control dial 1
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    Advanced Auto - In program auto, aperture priority, shutter speed priority, or manual exposure mode: Standard - In Scene Selection mode: Unfixed, depending on the selected mode • When using AE lock, the camera automatically corrects the locked image. • When in Continuous advance mode, the correction
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    colors. The saturation and contrast are heightened for capturing striking images of colorful scenes and subjects such as flowers, spring greenery, blue sky, or ocean views. The saturation and sharpness are lowered for capturing images in a quiet tone. This is also suitable for capturing image
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    Using the shooting functions (Portrait) (Landscape) (Sunset) (Night view) (Autumn leaves) (B/W) Fn (Function) button to display the Quick Navi screen (page 30). • When the enlarged display screen is used (page 23), you cannot display the Quick Navi screen. In this case, set up from the menu. 2
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    3 Press the center to display the Creative Style screen. • You can select this screen from the Recording menu (page 97). 4 Select the desired image style with v/V on the multi-selector. • You can select "Standard", "Vivid", "Neutral", "Adobe RGB", "Portrait", "Landscape", and "B/W" with the default
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    as the image tends to become whitish. Zone Matching is not performed. This keeps the image from becoming overexposed with shooting a low-keyed subject. Use in high-key (predominantly light) scenes is recommended, as the image tends to have heightened noise level. • When Zone Matching is not set to
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    color space of the digital camera. If the main purpose camera, images are displayed with low saturation. To edit or print images recorded with Adobe RGB, use applications or printers that support color management and DCF2.0 option color space. Using some applications and printers that do not support
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    Fn (Function) button Rear control dial 1 Press the Fn (Function) button to display the Quick Navi screen (page 30). • When the enlarged display screen is used (page 23), you cannot display the Quick Navi screen. In this case, set up from the menu. 2 Select a Flash item with the multi-selector
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    -in flash is used while the wireless flash mode is still active, inaccurate flash exposures will result. • You can select the wireless setting on the camera and the external flash separately. See page 73 to set the camera. To set the external flash, refer to the operating instructions supplied with
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    Every test fire will cause the slow sync recording mode to switch on and off. About the position of the camera and the flash This camera uses the . For more information about flash range, also refer to the operating instructions supplied with your flash. • Do not place the external flash directly
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    Exposure compensation changes the shutter speed, aperture, and ISO sensitivity (when [AUTO] is selected) to perform the compensation. If the flash is used, the amount of flash light is also changed*. On the other hand, flash compensation only changes the amount of flash light, thereby controlling
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    a tripod is recommended because of the slower shutter speed. • In shutter speed priority mode or manual mode, slow sync shooting is not available using the AEL (AE lock) button. • You can set the camera to keep the slow sync mode after the SLOW SYNC button is released with [AEL button] in the Custom
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    the power is on, it may flash when you connect the cord. • The flash will always be full emission. Flash compensation (page 75) cannot be used. You can perform bracket shooting while holding down the AEL (AE lock) button (the aperture is adjusted, page 46
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    your own settings You can register a combination of frequently used modes and settings in the memory. You can recall the registered settings by selecting "MR" on the mode dial. Mode dial MENU button Multi-selector To register a setting 1 Put the camera on the setting you want to register. See the
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    and shutter speed values are also registered. Program shift and manual shift cannot be registered. 2)The number and the settings will setting will not correspond to the positions of the dials and levers on the camera. Refer to the information displayed on the LCD monitor when you take pictures
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    the shooting functions Using the C (Custom) button You can assign a function of your choosing to the C (Custom) button. Press the button and the setting screen of the selected function
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    (page 67). Displays the D-Range Optimizer setup screen (page 66). Displays the flash mode screen (page 73). Displays the register setup screen (page 79). To use the assigned function Press the C (Custom) button. The assigned function is activated or its menu screen is displayed. 82
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    turns the camera to the playback mode and an image is displayed on the LCD monitor. Multi-selector (Playback) button Select an image with b/B. Switching the playback screen During playback, each time you press the DISP (Display) button, the screen changes as follows. Using the viewing functions
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    Switching to the index screen Pressing the (Index) button switches to the index screen. Each time you press the DISP (Display) button, the screen changes as follows. (Index) button DISP (Display) button (Delete) button Multi-selector Select an image with v/V/b/B (Index) button (Index) button or
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    Using the viewing functions 2 Select the desired folder with v/V, then press the center. To delete all the images in the folder 1 Select the folder you want
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    many pixels of a particular brightness exist in the picture. This camera has four histogram displays that are separately for luminance and RGB, compensation will change the histogram accordingly. Below is an example. Use the exposure compensation on the positive side. This compensation brightens
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    Using the viewing functions 1 Display the image you want to enlarge, then press the (Enlarge) button. The center of the image is enlarged. 2 Scale up or
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    the following way, if necessary. (Playback) button (Rotate) button 1 Display the image you want to rotate, then press the (Rotate) button. The screen used for rotating images appears. 2 Press the center of the multi-selector to rotate the image to your desired orientation. 3 Press the (Playback) or
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    the operating instructions supplied with the TV. 3 Turn on the camera, and press (Playback). Images shot with the camera appear on using your camera abroad, it may be necessary to switch the video signal output to match that of your TV system (page 121). • The LCD monitor on the rear of the camera
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    to your TV on the other end. • By connecting your camera to Sony's VIDEO-A compatible TV using an HDMI cable, TV sets suitable image quality for viewing still picture automatically. Please refer to the operating instructions of Sony's VIDEO-A compatible TV for more details. • Some devices may not
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    / (Scale up/down) I (Delete) J v/V/b/B/ Page 85 83 84 88 83 32 119 86 t step 6 in "Read This First" 29 • The other buttons are used when the camera is in recording mode or is connected to a PictBridge printer (pages 60, 148). Slide show The (Slide show) button on the Remote Commander easily starts
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    Using the menu Menu list For details on how to operate the menu, see page button AF/MF control AF drive speed AF area disp. FocusHoldButton 3 Red eye reduc. Exp.comp.set Bracket order Auto review Auto off w/ VF Rec.info.disp. Img.orientation 2 AEL button Ctrl dial setup Dial exp.comp Ctrl dial lock
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    setup 2 Memory card File number Folder name Select folder • New folder USB connection • MassStrg.card 2 3 Menu start Delete confirm. Audio signals Cleaning mode Reset default Using the menu 93
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    The default settings are marked with . Image size A digital image is made up of a collection of small dots . Although you cannot see the differences on the screen of the camera, the fine detail and data processing time differ when the image use the Fn (Function) button for operations (page 30). 94
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    viewing on an HDTV. When [16:9] is selected, make your composition in this area. • RAW files recorded in 16:9 ratio are displayed in 16:9 ratio using compatible software, such as "Image Data Converter SR", but they are displayed in 3:2 ratio if the software is not compatible with this ratio. 95
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    file size of the uncompressed image will be larger, it is common for a digital camera to compress the recorded image. RAW ( ) cRAW* ( ) File format: an image not compressed. Use this setting when you want to increase the number of images that can be taken. • You can also use the Fn (Function)
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    image entails the following limitations. - The RAW file cannot be printed using a DPOF (print) designated printer or a PictBridge compliant printer. - colors cannot be accurately reproduced in playback mode or on an auto review screen. If the data is correctly recorded, accurate colors can be
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    For details on the operation 1 page 32 Custom button You can assign a function to the C (Custom) button. AF lock For details, see page 81. AF/MF control D.O.F.preview ISO White balance Exposure comp. Flash compens. Drive mode AF area Image size Quality Creative Style D-RangeOptimizer
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    flash TTL A pre-flash is fired right before shooting, and the camera sets the amount of flash light by measuring only the amount of reflected light from the pre-flash. The distance information is not used in the calculation. Manual flash The built-in flash fires with certain amount of flash light
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    You can select the amount of light when [Flash control] is set to [Manual flash]. 1/1 Guide number approx. 12 1/2 Guide number approx. 8.4 1/4 Guide number approx. 6 1/8 Guide number approx. 4.2 1/16 Guide number approx. 3 • Under the condition in meter at ISO 100 Flash compens. For
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    ) Assigns the Direct man. focus function. You can make a fine adjustment after adjusting the focus in auto focus. To make a fine adjustment in Direct Manual Focus 1 Set to [DMF]. 2 Set the focus mode lever to "A". 3 Press the shutter button halfway down to lock the focus. 4 Turn the focusing ring
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    ], adjust the focus by pressing the center of the multi-selector. The shutter can be released even when the focus is not confirmed. This is useful when shooting continuously at the same focus position. Setting [AF/MF button] to [AF lock] or assigning AF lock to the C (Custom) button can also
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    . It is recommended that you activate the noise reduction if you use long exposure. • Noise reduction is not performed on continuous shooting or bracketing even when it is set to [On]. High ISO NR When the camera sensitivity is set high, noise in the pictures tends to become more noticeable.
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    Recording menu 4 For details on the operation 1 page 32 Memory For details, see page 79. Rec mode reset You can reset the main functions of the recording mode when the mode dial is set to P, A, S, or M. 1 Select [Rec mode reset], then press the center of the multi-selector. The message "Reset
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    adjusted automatically. On Automatically adjusts the focus. • This mode uses up the battery charge faster than [Off]. Off Does not adjust the focus. MF (manual focus) in the default setting (page 53). This button can be used as the AF Lock button. AF/MF control See page 53. AF lock Uses the
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    drive speed You can select the speed of focusing when the auto focus is activated. Fast Confirms the focus quickly. Slow Confirms the focus slowly. • Use this setting when a subject is a little hard to focus on, such as in macro shooting. AF area disp. When the shutter button is pressed
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    released. AEL hold While the button is held down, the camera temporarily performs spot metering regardless of the metering mode previously when shutter speed priority mode or the manual mode is selected, slow sync is selected automatically whenever the flash is used. In this case, spot metering is
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    For details on the operation 1 page 32 Dial exp.comp You can adjust the exposure (page 45) with the front or rear control dial. Off Does not adjust the exposure with the dials. Front dial Adjusts the exposure with the front control dial. Rear dial Adjusts the exposure with the rear control
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    lock You can lock the front and rear control dials to prevent them from accidentally rotating and changing the settings when you are carrying the camera. On The front and rear control dial function only when the shutter speed and the aperture are displayed. Off The front and rear control dial
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    not supplied), the red-eye phenomenon rarely occurs.) Exp.comp.set In the default setting, if exposure compensation is selected when the flash is used, shutter speed, aperture, ISO sensitivity (only in AUTO mode), and amount of flash light all change in order to perform exposure compensation (page
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    the multi-selector. • When an image recorded in Local AF area is enlarged on the auto review screen, the image is enlarged from around the selected area used for focus adjustment. • Auto review of continuous shooting, and bracket shooting shows only the image recorded last. If you delete the image
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    display rotates automatically to a vertical position when the camera is in a vertical position. Horizontal The display does not rotate when the camera is in a vertical position. Img.orientation You , depending on the software employed. • To rotate the displayed image manually, see page 88. 112
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    Custom menu 4 For details on the operation 1 page 32 Custom reset The settings in the Custom menu are all reset to the default settings. 1 Select [Custom reset], then press the center of the multi-selector. The message "Reset custom functions?" appears on the LCD monitor. 2 Select [OK] with v on
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    images Deletes all the images on the memory card. • Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. • Protected images cannot be deleted. • Use the (Delete) button to quickly delete images shot by shot (t step 6 in "Read This First"). To delete selected images 1 Select [Marked images] in
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    . Do not eject the memory card while the lamp is lit. • Format the memory card using the camera. If you format it on a computer, the memory card may not be usable with the camera, depending on the format type used. • You cannot format a "Memory Stick Duo" that is inserted into the CF card insertion
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    multi-selector, then press the center of the multi-selector. The image protection is canceled, and the screen returns to the playback screen. DPOF setup Using the camera, you can specify the images and the number of images to print before you print images at a shop or with your printer. Follow the
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    screen. • If you insert a memory card that contains DPOF-marked images specified with other cameras into this camera, then specify images to which to attach a DPOF-mark, the DPOF specifications made with other cameras are canceled. To unspecify DPOF on all the images When you do so, the index print
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    play back an image recorded in the portrait position, the camera detects the orientation of the image and automatically displays it in TV or a computer, it will be displayed in the portrait position even if [Manual rotate] is selected. • If [Not record] is selected with [Img.orientation] in
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    Playback menu 2 For details on the operation 1 page 32 The default settings are marked with . Slide show Plays back recorded images in order (Slide show). Select [Slide show], then press the center of the multi-selector. The slide show starts and ends automatically after all the images have been
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    again if you press the shutter button halfway down or perform some other operation. Power save If you do not operate the camera for given period of time, the camera turns to power saving mode and almost completely shuts down (Power Save). t step 4 in "Read This First" You can set the time
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    standard) signal output • The above settings do not apply if the TV does not support the selected signal, in which case the camera outputs the signal supported by the TV. Language Select the language to be used to display the menu items, warning, and messages. 1 Select [ Language], then press the
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    For details on the operation 1 page 32 Date/Time setup Sets the date and time. Select [Date/Time setup], then press the center of the multi-selector. Set the date and time again on the Date/Time setup screen. • For the procedure on setting the date and time, see step 4 in "Read This First". 122
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    Reset Starts from 0001 each time the folder is changed or each time a recording date changes when using a date form folder. When the recording folder contains a file, a number one higher than the will be displayed as follows. Example: AB A: Folder number B: Y (the last digit) / MM / DD 123
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    and a "Memory Stick Duo" and a CF card/ Microdrive are both inserted in the camera, both can be displayed depending on the PC used. Both cards Displays both the "Memory Stick Duo" and CF card/ Microdrive. This is supported by a PC running Windows 2000 SP3, or a later version of OS. Selected card
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    camera and lands on the image sensor (the part that acts as the film), it may appear on the photo image, depending on the shooting environment. If there is dust on the image sensor, use be completed quickly. 1 Confirm that the battery is fully charged. • The use of an AC Adaptor/charger (not
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    short time, the mirror in front is lifted. 4 Detach the lens. 5 Use the blower to clean the image sensor surface and the surrounding area. • Do the lens and set the POWER switch to OFF. • The camera starts beeping if the battery pack becomes low during cleaning. Stop the cleaning immediately and set
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    Using your computer Using your computer Enjoying your computer Connecting the camera with your computer (page 129) Preparing the camera and the computer, and connecting the camera and your computer Copying images to your computer (page 130) Viewing images on your computer Installing the application
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    multi-boot environment. * 64-bit editions and Starter (Edition) are not supported. USB jack: Provided as standard x Macintosh OS (pre-installed): Mac OS devices you are using. • Operations are not guaranteed when using a USB hub or an extension cable. • Connecting your camera using a USB interface
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    charger (not supplied). • When you copy images to your computer using insufficient battery pack, copying may fail or image data may become corrupted if the battery pack shut down too soon. 3 Turn on the camera and the computer. 4 Connect the camera and your computer. 1 To the USB terminal USB cable
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    a "My Documents" (For Windows Vista: "Documents") folder. 1 After making a USB connection, click [Copy pictures to a folder on my computer using Microsoft Scanner and Camera Wizard] t [OK] as the wizard screen appears automatically on the desktop. 3 Double-click the folder where the image files you
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    the file name, you may not be able to play back that image with your camera (page 134). Copying images to a Computer - Windows 2000 This section describes an example Windows Vista: "Documents") folder are displayed. • If you are using Windows 2000, double- click [My Documents] on the desktop. 131
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    4 is unnecessary for Windows XP/ Vista. x Macintosh Drag and drop the drive icon or the icon of the memory card to the "Trash" icon. The camera is disconnected from the computer. The image is displayed. x Macintosh Double-click the hard disk icon t the desired image file to open that image file
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    are grouped as folders on the memory card. Example: viewing folders on Windows XP Using your computer A Folders containing image data recorded using this camera. (The first three digits show the folder number.) B You can create a folder by date form (page 123). • You cannot record/play back any
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    file has been processed by a computer or when the image file was recorded using a model other than that of your camera, playback on your camera is not guaranteed. • When there is no folder, first create a folder with your camera (page 124) and then copy the image file. 2 Copy the image file to
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    , High Color (16-bit color) or more * 64-bit editions and Starter (Edition) are not supported. x Macintosh Recommended environment for using "Image Data Converter SR Ver.2"/ "Image Data Lightbox SR"/"Remote Camera Control" OS (pre-installed): Mac OS X (v10.4) or later CPU: Power Mac G4/G5 series
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    Run Install.exe" and follow the instructions that appear on the screen to Camera Control" After you install the software, a shortcut icon for the customers registration website is created on the desktop. Once you register on the website, you can get secure and useful customer support. http://www.sony
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    use images from the camera more than ever by taking advantage of the software. This section summarizes the "Picture Motion Browser" and gives the basic instructions Windows 2000, [Programs]) t [Sony Picture Utility] t [Help] t [Picture Motion Browser Guide]. Starting and exiting the "Picture Motion
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    , click the [Import] button. You can view images arranged by shooting date on a calendar. For details on the operation, refer to "Picture Motion Browser Guide". By default, images are imported into a folder created in "My Pictures" that is named with the date of importing. • For details on the
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    or save it in the general file format. • For details, refer to the Help of "Image Data Converter SR". Technical Support Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at the Sony Customer Support Website. http://www.sony.net/ 139 Using your computer
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    Click the button on the upper-right of the screen. The dialogue used for saving a collection appears. For details on a "Collection", see page 141. x Macintosh To start up Double-click [Image Data Lightbox SR] in the [Sony Image Data Suite] folder from the [Application] folder. To exit Click [Quit
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    Lightbox SR", click [Open a Previous Collection File], and select the desired collection file. • For details, refer to the Help of "Image Data Lightbox SR". 141 Using your computer
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    to a PC, you can use "Remote Camera Control" to take pictures or change settings on the camera from the PC. You can also save recorded images directly on the PC. • For details, refer to the Help. To start the Help from the Start menu, click [Start] t [All Programs] t [Sony Image Data Suite] t [Help
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    the USB cable. 1 To the USB terminal 2 Turn on the camera and the computer, then start the "Remote Camera Control". USB cable 2 To the USB terminal • Use the fully charged battery pack or the AC Adaptor/charger (not supplied). 3 Make settings on the control panel, such as those for drive mode
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    Saving images recorded with the camera on a computer 1 Perform steps 1 and 2 in "Operating the camera from a computer". 2 Set up the camera or the computer and take a picture with the camera. The image is shot and is saved on the computer. 144
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    can copy images to a computer using the supplied "Picture Motion Browser" software and print the images. For details, see the "Picture Motion Browser Guide". Printing at a shop You can take a memory card containing images shot with your camera to a photo printing service shop. You can make a DPOF
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    Even if you do not have a computer, you can print images shot using your camera by connecting the camera directly to a PictBridge compliant printer. • "PictBridge" is based on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) • You cannot print RAW data files. Stage 1: Setting the
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    images To cancel the print During printing, pressing the center of the multi-selector cancels the print. Remove the USB cable or turn off the camera. When 147
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    to an HDTV with an HDMI cable (not supplied), you can easily print images while viewing them on the TV. 1 Connect the camera to a TV (page 90). 2 Connect the camera to a printer (page 146). 3 Display the image you want to print. 4 Press the PRINT button on the Remote Commander. • Depending on the
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    Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with your camera, try the following solutions. Check the items on pages 149 to 157. Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Battery pack and power The battery pack cannot be installed. • As you insert the battery pack, use
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    [Memory card] in the Setup menu, then insert your memory card into the camera (t step 3 in "Read This First", page 123). • The shutter cannot try to shoot a subject that may require special focusing (page 50). Use the focus-lock or manual focus function (pages 51, 53). The flash does not work. •
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    Troubleshooting the recharging process may take longer than usual to avoid overheating of the camera. The date and time are recorded incorrectly. • Set the correct date and of the picture are too dark. • If any filter or hood is used, take it off and try shooting again. Depending on the thickness of
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    (page 134). • When an image file has been processed by a computer or when the image file was recorded using a model other than that of your camera, playback on your camera is not guaranteed. • The camera is in USB mode. Delete the USB connection (page 132). The image does not appear on the TV screen
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    Troubleshooting Computers You do not know if the OS of your computer is compatible with the camera. • Check "Recommended computer environment" (pages 128, 135). Your computer does not recognize your camera. • Turn on the camera. • When the battery level is low, install the charged battery pack (t
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    the recording position. The Microdrive is heated. • You are using the Microdrive for a long time. This is not a If "Memory Stick PRO Duo" is not supported, connect the camera to the computer (page 129). The computer back, connect the camera to a TV. • Insert a battery into the battery holder with the
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    When having images printed at a digital print shop, ask the shop instructions supplied with the printer. Cannot print images. • Check that the camera and the printer are properly connected using the USB cable. • RAW data files cannot be printed. • Images shot using cameras other than this camera
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    camera. • The camera has been left unused for sometime with a low battery or no battery pack. Charge the battery pack and set the date again (t step 4 in "Read This First"). If the date setting is lost every time the battery pack is charged, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service
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    You can continue to shoot but the Super SteadyShot function will not work. Turn the camera off and on. If the Super SteadyShot scale continues to flash, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. "--E-" is indicated on the lower-right corner of the LCD monitor. • Remove the
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    instructions. For "InfoLITHIUM" battery only • An incompatible battery pack is being used. Battery exhausted • The battery pack is discharged. Charge the battery pack. Set date and time? • Set the date and time. If the message appears frequently, the internal backup battery is used up. Replace camera
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    the power off. Cool the camera and wait until the camera is ready to shoot again. Camera error System error • Turn the power off, remove the battery pack, then re-insert it. If the message appears frequently, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Cover open • Close
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    Printer error • Check the printer. • Check if the image you want to print is corrupted. Printer busy • Check the printer. 160
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    that requires MagicGate functions cannot be performed with this camera. *2 Supports high-speed data transfer using a parallel interface. • A "Memory Stick Duo" formatted with a computer is not guaranteed to operate with this camera. • Data read/write speeds differ depending on the combination
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    " within the reach of small children. They might accidentally swallow it. On the CF card/Microdrive • Be sure to format the recording medium using this camera when you use it for the first time. • Data may be damaged in the following cases: - Removing the memory card while reading or writing data
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    for a long time, left in a fully charged state or used frequently. How to store the battery pack If the battery pack is not to be used for a long time, fully charge it and then fully use it up once a year on your camera before storing the battery pack in a dry, cool place. Repeat this charging and
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    • When the CHARGE lamp flashes, this may indicate a battery error or that a battery pack other than the specified type have been inserted. Check that the battery pack is the specified type. If the battery pack is the specified type, remove the battery pack, replace it with new one or another one and
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    and operate popular accessories for this camera. For details, refer to the operating instructions of each of the accessories. AC-VQ900AM AC Adaptor/charger When a household power outlet (AC power) is available, using an AC Adaptor/charger eliminates the possibility of running out of battery. To wall
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    RM-S1AM Remote Commander This Remote Commander allows you to release the shutter without touching the camera. This keeps the camera from shaking. In addition, you can keep the shutter button down during bulb exposure (page 43). To attach the Remote Commander, flip open the cover
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    the flash (not supplied), remove the accessory shoe cap and slide the flash onto the camera. The removed cap can be placed on the eyepiece cover. Accessory shoe cap High Speed Sync (HSS) Shooting Although a high shutter speed cannot be used in normal flash recording, the HVL-F56AM or HVL-F36AM flash
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    on the image sensor, it may appear on the photo image. Turn the camera to the cleaning mode (page 125), then clean it using a blower. Do not use a spray blower to clean the inside of the camera. Using this may cause a malfunction. • Do not use a cleaning solution containing organic solvents, such as
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    charge this rechargeable battery before using the camera. However, even if this rechargeable battery is not charged, you can still use the camera as long as you with an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified service staff only. To ensure that the battery will be treated
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    Specifications Camera [System] Camera Type Image format Digital Single Lens Reflex Camera with built-in flash and interchangeable lenses 23.5×15.6 mm (APS-C format) Lens All of Sony Lens [Image sensor] Total pixel number of camera Approx. 13 053 000 pixels Effective pixel number of camera
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    3 1/4 inches) (W/H/D, excluding protrusions) Mass Approx.690 g (1 lb 8.3 oz) (without batteries, memory card and body accessories) Operating temperature 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F) (When using the Microdrive: 5 to 40°C (41 to 104°F)) BC-VM10 Battery charger Input rating 100 V - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
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    This First" A: AUTO shooting (page 34) B: Scene Selection (page 35) C: Reset of recording function (page 104) D: Reset default (page 126) Using the dial or button Items Reset to A B C Super SteadyShot - aaa Adjusting the diopter - aaa Recording display Detailed display aaa Exposure
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    Recording menu Items Image size Aspect ratio Quality D-RangeOptimizer Creative Style Custom button Exposure step Flash mode Flash control Power ratio Flash compens. ISO Auto max. ISO Auto min. AF-A setup AF area Priority setup AF illuminator AF w/ shutter Long exp.NR High ISO NR Reset to L:12M 3:2
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    button Ctrl dial setup Dial exp.comp Ctrl dial lock Button ops. Release w/oCard Release w/oLens Red eye reduc. Exp.comp.set Bracket order Auto review Auto off w/ VF Rec.info.disp. Img.orientation Playback menu Items Date imprint Index print PlaybackDisplay Slide show Reset to On w/ GripSensor AF/MF
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    Setup menu Items LCD brightness Info.disp.time Power save Video output HDMI output Date/Time setup Memory card File number Folder name Select folder USB connection MassStrg.card Menu start Delete confirm. Audio signals Reset to ±0 5 sec 3 min - HD(1080i)prior. - CompactFlash Series Standard form -
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    step 3 in "Read This First" Accessory shoe cap 167 ADI flash 99 Adjusting review 111 Autoflash 73 Automatic AF 52 176 B Battery charger 164 t step 1 in "Read This First" Battery with your camera 134 Connecting 39 Dial exp.comp 108 Direct Manual Focus .......... 101 Distance to the subject
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    Speed Sync shooting 167 Histogram display 85 Holding the camera t step 5 in "Read This First" Info.disp.time 120 Install 136 Internal rechargeable battery 169 ISO 64 ISO Auto max 100 ISO 85 M Macro 35 Manual exposure 41 Manual flash 99 Manual focus 53 Manual shift 43 Mass Storage
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    AF area 50 Sunset (Scene Selection)...... 35 Super SteadyShot scale t step 5 in "Read This First" T Troubleshooting 149 Tungsten (WB 62 TV 89 U USB cable 129, 146 USB connection 124 Using your camera abroad t step 1 in "Read This First" V Vertical Grip 165 Video output 121 Viewing image 83
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    and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • "InfoLITHIUM" is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • "PhotoTV HD" is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • Microsoft, Optimizer Advanced uses technology provided by Apical Limited. • In addition, system and product names used in this manual are, in
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Before your
operation
Using the shooting
functions
Using the viewing
functions
Using the menu
Using your computer
Printing images
Troubleshooting
Others
Index
Digital Single Lens Reflex Camera
User’s Guide/
Troubleshooting
“Read This First” (separate volume)
Explains the set-up and basic operations for shooting/
playback with your camera.