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Sony DSC-S500Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S500 6 MP Digital Camera

Sony - 6 megapixel - Memory Stick - 3 x optical zoom - ISO 400 - Built-in Flash

A remarkable combination of value, simplicity and performance make the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S500 a perfect choice for first-time digital photographers. The DSC-S500 combines 6.0 megapixel resolution with a quality 3X optical zoom lens design, terrific wide-angle shooting capability, 25 MB Internal Memory for capturing shots in-camera, and a bright 2.4" LCD screen that allows you to check your shots and share results immediately. More megapixels give you more detail and definition when you ma... Read more
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Manual

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Comments to date: 9. Page 1 of 1. Average Rating:
ceekay 10:05pm on Monday, November 1st, 2010 
The Sony DSC S500 is a six megapixel digital camera with a three times optical zoom lens. This is an entry level model. Simplicity and performance make the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S500 a perfect choice for first-time digital photographers. The DSC-S500 combines 6.
fatchao 4:21pm on Monday, October 25th, 2010 
i bought this camera and it takes great pictures and it even records vidoes without sound...you cant go wrong with the price... Easy to use.
Spaceboy88 3:12pm on Tuesday, September 7th, 2010 
I purchased this Sony digital camera about 2 months back. Fully satisfied with the performance. No issues till now. This was the last Sony Camera I buy.
mjeltsch 8:43am on Thursday, September 2nd, 2010 
Cheap camera with average results Bought this camera almost an year ago. Results were never consistently satisfactory. perfect(so far) Have had this for 6months now and am finding it apsolutely brilliant Great value for money, pictures are well focused .
rylan76 6:54am on Wednesday, July 21st, 2010 
The Sony CyberShot DSC-S500 has my strengths to it credit like its quick performance and its ultracompact size to name a few. A 2.5-inch LCD.
Palyth 7:12am on Friday, July 2nd, 2010 
The Sony S500 is a remarkable combination of value, simplicity and performance that makes it a perfect choice for first-time digital photographers. its like any sony, god build and excellant picture quality. i only use sony and i am very happy with my purchase.
peterr313 3:09pm on Friday, April 23rd, 2010 
Well, I am no professional but this camera has help me grow with my own photography. It was great for a first time aspiring photographer.
Nevermore77 2:57am on Friday, April 23rd, 2010 
There was a time that the cameras used primary technique to generate images using photo-sensitive chemicals. I recently found the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S500 on clearance for s a great camera. With 6.o Mega pixels I get a sharp crisp picture.
qed 5:09am on Sunday, April 4th, 2010 
perfect(so far) Have had this for 6months now and am finding it apsolutely brilliant Great value for money, pictures are well focused .

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Documents

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DSC-S500

SERVICE MANUAL

Ver. 1.3 2007.08

Revision History How to use Acrobat Reader

Internal memory ON BOARD

US Model Canadian Model AEP Model UK Model E Model Australian Model Hong Kong Model Korea Model
SPECIFICATIONS SERVICE NOTE DISASSEMBLY BLOCK DIAGRAMS REPAIR PARTS LIST
The components identified by mark 0 or dotted line with mark 0 are critical for safety. Replace only with part number specified.
Les composants identifis par une marque 0 sont critiques pour la scurit. Ne les remplacer que par une pice portant le numro spcifi.
In case of the lens assembly, main board, or main frame assembly failure, contact your local Sony Service Headquarter for the measures.

DIGITAL STILL CAMERA

9-852-124-12

Sony EMCS Co.

2007H0800-1 2007.08 Published by Kohda TEC

SPECIFICATIONS

[System]
Image device 7.17 mm (1/2.5 type) color CCD, Primary color filter Total pixel number of camera Approx. 000 pixels Effective pixel number of camera Approx. 000 pixels Lens 3 zoom lens f = 5.4 - 16.2 mm (32 - 96 mm when converted to a 35 mm still camera) F2.8 - 4.8 Exposure control Automatic exposure, Scene Selection (6 modes) White balance Automatic, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent, Incandescent File format (DCF compliant) Still images: Exif Ver. 2.21 JPEG compliant, DPOF compatible Movies: AVI (Motion JPEG) Recording media Internal Memory (Approx. 25 MB) Memory Stick Duo (with MagicGate/ without MagicGate) Memory Stick PRO Duo MagicGate Memory Stick Duo Flash range When ISO set to Auto: approx. 0.5 m to 2.5 m (19 3/4 inches to 98 1/2 inches) (W)/ approx. 0.5 m to 2.0 m (19 3/4 inches to 78 3/4 inches) (T)

[LCD screen]

LCD panel 6.0 cm (2.4 type) TFT drive Total number of dots (480 234) dots

[Power, general]

Power LR6 (size AA) Alkaline batteries (2), 3 V HR15/51:HR6 (size AA) Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries (2) (not supplied), 2.4 V ZR6 (size AA) Oxy Nickel Primary Battery (2) (not supplied), 3 V AC-LS5K AC Adaptor (not supplied), 4.2 V Power consumption (during shooting with the LCD screen on) 1.6 W Operating temperature 0 to 40C (32 to 104F) Storage temperature 20 to +60C (4 to +140F) Dimensions 31 mm (3 3/4 inches 2 1/2 inches 1 1/4 inches) (W/H/D, excluding protrusions) Mass Approx. 198 g (7.0 oz) (including two batteries and wrist strap, etc.) Microphone Electret condenser microphone Buzzer Piezo-electric buzzer Exif Print Compatible PRINT Image Matching III Compatible PictBridge Compatible Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
[Input and Output connectors]
A/V OUT jack Mini-jack Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 (ohms), unbalanced, sync negative Audio signal: 2 V (at load impedance more than 47 k (kilohms)) Output impedance with less than 2.2 k (kilohms) USB jack mini-B USB communication Full-Speed USB (USB 2.0 compliant)

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CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
SAFETY-RELATED COMPONENT WARNING!! COMPONENTS IDENTIFIED BY MARK 0 OR DOTTED LINE WITH MARK 0 ON THE SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS AND IN THE PARTS LIST ARE CRITICAL TO SAFE OPERATION. REPLACE THESE COMPONENTS WITH SONY PARTS WHOSE PART NUMBERS APPEAR AS SHOWN IN THIS MANUAL OR IN SUPPLEMENTS PUBLISHED BY SONY.
ATTENTION AU COMPOSANT AYANT RAPPORT LA SCURIT! LES COMPOSANTS IDENTIFS PAR UNE MARQUE 0 SUR LES DIAGRAMMES SCHMATIQUES ET LA LISTE DES PICES SONT CRITIQUES POUR LA SCURIT DE FONCTIONNEMENT. NE REMPLACER CES COMPOSANTS QUE PAR DES PISES SONY DONT LES NUMROS SONT DONNS DANS CE MANUEL OU DANS LES SUPPMENTS PUBLIS PAR SONY.

SAFETY CHECK-OUT

After correcting the original service problem, perform the following safety checks before releasing the set to the customer. 1. Check the area of your repair for unsoldered or poorly-soldered connections. Check the entire board surface for solder splashes and bridges. Check the interboard wiring to ensure that no wires are "pinched" or contact high-wattage resistors. Look for unauthorized replacement parts, particularly transistors, that were installed during a previous repair. Point them out to the customer and recommend their replacement. Look for parts which, through functioning, show obvious signs of deterioration. Point them out to the customer and recommend their replacement. Check the B+ voltage to see it is at the values specified. FLEXIBLE Circuit Board Repairing Keep the temperature of the soldering iron around 270C during repairing. Do not touch the soldering iron on the same conductor of the circuit board (within 3 times). Be careful not to apply force on the conductor when soldering or unsoldering. Unleaded solder Boards requiring use of unleaded solder are printed with the leadfree mark (LF) indicating the solder contains no lead. (Caution: Some printed circuit boards may not come printed with the lead free mark due to their particular size.)

: LEAD FREE MARK Unleaded solder has the following characteristics. Unleaded solder melts at a temperature about 40C higher than ordinary solder. Ordinary soldering irons can be used but the iron tip has to be applied to the solder joint for a slightly longer time. Soldering irons using a temperature regulator should be set to about 350C. Caution: The printed pattern (copper foil) may peel away if the heated tip is applied for too long, so be careful! Strong viscosity Unleaded solder is more viscous (sticky, less prone to flow) than ordinary solder so use caution not to let solder bridges occur such as on IC pins, etc. Usable with ordinary solder It is best to use only unleaded solder but unleaded solder may also be added to ordinary solder.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section Title Page

SERVICE NOTE

1-1. Process After Fixing Flash Error 1-1 1-2. Method for Copying or Erasing the Data in Internal Memory 1-1
DISASSEMBLY BLOCK DIAGRAMS

2-1. Disassembly 2-1

3-1. Overall Block Diagram 3-1 3-2. Power Block Diagram 3-2

REPAIR PARTS LIST

4-1. Exploded Views 4-1 4-1-1. Overall Section 4-1 4-1-2. Front Block 4-2 4-1-3. Main Frame Block 4-3 4-2. Accessories 4-4

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1. SERVICE NOTE
1-1. PROCESS AFTER FIXING FLASH ERROR
Method for Initializing the Flash Error

Initialize

Initializes the setting to the default setting.

OK Cancel

See the following procedure. Cancels the resetting.
1 Select [OK] with v on the control button, then press z. The message Initialize all settings Ready? appears. 2 Select [OK] with v, then press z. The settings are reset to the default setting.
Make sure that the power is not disconnected during resetting.
1-2. METHOD FOR COPYING OR ERASING THE DATA IN INTERNAL MEMORY
The data can be copied/erased by the operations on the Setup screen. (When erasing the data, execute formatting the internal memory.) Note: When replacing the camera, erase the data in internal memory of the board before replacement.
Method for Copying the Data in Internal Memory
Copies all images in the internal memory to a Memory Stick Duo.
See the following procedure. Cancels the copying.
1 Insert a Memory Stick Duo having 16 MB or larger capacity. 2 Select [OK] with v on the control button, then press z. The message All data in internal memory will be copied Ready? appears. 3 Select [OK] with v, then press z. Copying starts.

Copying 102_COPY

Use batteries with enough capacity or the AC Adaptor (not supplied). If you attempt to copy image files using batteries with little remaining charge, the batteries may run out, causing copying to fail or possibly corrupting the data. You cannot copy individual images. The original images in the internal memory are retained even after copying. To delete the contents of the internal memory, remove the Memory Stick Duo after copying, then execute the [Format ] command in Internal Memory Tool. You cannot select a folder copied on a Memory Stick Duo. The setting of (Print order)marks is not copied even when you copy data.

Method for Formatting the Internal Memory
This item does not appear when a Memory Stick Duo is inserted in the camera. The default settings are marked with.

Format

Formats the internal memory.
Note that formatting irrevocably erases all data in the internal memory, including even protected images.
See the following procedure. Cancels the formatting.
1 Select [OK] with v on the control button, then press z. The message All data in internal memory will be erased Ready? appears. 2 Select [OK] with v, then press z. The format is complete.

DSC-S500 1-1

2. DISASSEMBLY
The following flow chart shows the disassembly procedure.

DISASSEMBLY

Battery case lid removal
1 Pull out the battery case slowly until stop. 2 Put a nail into a slot. 3 Pull the battery case in the direction of arrow A. 2 4
Front section (See page 2-2.)
Mode dial Take it off pulling over to upward. Push down adjusting rib width when attaching. 2 Shutter button 3 Shutter button spring 1 Six tapping screws (M1.7x3.5) silver 2 Rear cover assembly 1 Two tapping screws (M1.7x3.5) silver 2 Middle cover assembly (right) 3 Tapping screw (M1.7x16) silver 4 Inner belt (left)

DSC-S500 2-1

1 Open the TFT-LCD in the direction of the arrow. 2 Three tapping screws (M1.7x20) silver 3 Tapping screw (M1.7x3.5) silver 4 LCD holder 5 TFT-LCD
Switch board From the MCU board 2 Front cover assembly

Shorting jig (1k / 1W)

Caution

Capacitor

Microphone fixed sheet 2 Microphone assembly 3 From the MCU board 1 Stroboscope block assembly 2 Discharging the capacitor
Two tapping screws (M1.7x3.5) silver 2 Jack assembly

DSC-S500 2-2

3. BLOCK DIAGRAMS
3-1. OVERALL BLOCK DIAGRAM

MCU BOARD U 1

RAMD[0.15] RAMA[0.14] RAMLDQS RAMLDM RAMWE_N RAMCAS RAMRAS RAMCS_N RAMUDQS RAMREF RAMUDM RAMCLK_N RAMCLK RAMCLK_EN +2.5V DGND +3.3VD
L D O L D O L D O LENS BLOCK U 8
CSUB -7.5V_VD +12V_VD +3.1V_TG +3.1V_CDS +3.1V -7.5V_VD +12V_VD +3.1V_TG +3.1V_CDS +3.1V CCD[0.11] VD HD CDS_EN TG_EN AFERST SDATA SCLK PXCLK +12V_CCD -7.5V_CCD CSUB VIA,VIB ~V4,V2 VHLD SUB VSUB H1A H2A RG H1B H2B

+2.5V DGND RAMD[0.15] RAMA[0.14] RAMLDQS RAMLDM RAMWE_N RAMCAS RAMRAS RAMCS_N RAMUDQS RAMREF RAMUDM RAMCLK_N RAMCLK RAMCLK_EN ALE CLE WE WP RE R/B CE0 FD[0.7] +3.3VD DGND

+12V_CCD -7.5V_CCD CSUB

L E N S I R I S ( M E T E R )
ALE CLE WE WP RE R/B CE0 MD[0.7] +3.3VD DGND
RAMD[0.15] RAMA[0.14] RAMLDQS RAMLDM RAMWE_N RAMCAS RAMRAS RAMCS_N RAMUDQS RAMREF RAMUDM RAMCLK_N RAMCLK RAMCLK_EN ALE CLE WE WP RE R/B CE0 MD[0.7] TG_ON VSUB_Con1 VSUB_Con2 CCD[0.11] VD HD CDS_EN TG_EN AFERST SDATA SCLK PXCLK ZOOM_PI ZPI_PWR ZOOM_M1 ZOOM_M0 FOCUS_M1 FOCUS_M0 FOCUS_M3 FOCUS_M2 IRIS_M0 IRIS_M1 Shutter_M1 Shutter_M0 MOTOR_PS FOCUS_PI FPI_PWR ZPR_PWR ZOOM_PR

OFFPAGELEFT-R

B U F F E R

CCD_OUT +12V_CCD

TG_ON VSUB_Con1 VSUB_Con2 CCD[0.11] VD HD CDS_EN TG_EN AFERST SDATA SCLK PXCLK ZOOM_PI ZPI_PWR ZOOM_M1 ZOOM_M0 FOCUS_M1 FOCUS_M0 FOCUS_M3 FOCUS_M2 IRIS_M0 IRIS_M1 Shutter_M1 Shutter_M0 MOTOR_PS FOCUS_PI FPI_PWR ZPR_PWR ZOOM_PR

3 3.M H Z

ZOOM_M1 ZOOM_M0 FOCUS_M1 FOCUS_M0 FOCUS_M3 FOCUS_M2 IRIS_M0 IRIS_M1 Shutter_M1 Shutter_M0 MOTOR_PS +3.3VD +5VM DGND ZOOM

NAND FLASH1 J 6

ALE FA20 FA21 FA22 FA23 MS_INS# MS_CLK +3.3VD DGND FA20 FA21 FA22 FA23 MS_INS# MS_CLK +3.3VD DGND ALE FA20 FA21 FA22 FA23 MS_INS# MS_CLK

C N P I N

ZOOM SENSOR ZOOM MOTOR FOCUS SENSOR

MEMORY STICK

FOCUS IRIS SHUTTER

C N 6 P I N

FOCUS MOTOR IRIS MOTOR SHUTTER MOTOR

MS CARD1

+3.3VD +5VM DGND

MOTOR DRIVER L D O

J 1 AUO LCD 2.3 INCH PANEL
LCD[0.7] LCD_HD LCD_VD LCD_EN LCD_MCLK LCD_SDATA LCD_SCLK +3.3VL +12V LEDDGND BL_H BL_L +12.5V LCD[0.7] LCD_HD LCD_VD LCD_EN LCD_MCLK LCD_SDATA LCD_SCLK +12V LEDDGND +3.3VL LCD[0.7] LCD_HD LCD_VD LCD_EN LCD_MCLK LCD_SDATA LCD_SCLK +3.3VD CONN WIRE 2P 3801-E02N-01R FLASH_Chg_L STROBE_Chg STROBE_Trg Charge_c FLASH_RDY SHUT1 SHUT2 MODE_R5 MODE_R4 MODE_R3 MODE_R2 MODE_R1 MODE_R0 PW_LED +3.3VS +5VM DGND PWR_KEY

MIC MIC_N

BATT+1 TP 2 S NC 3 1

LCD_BACKLIGHT

MLCD_ON +3.3VD BL_H BL_L BL_H BL_L FLASH_chg_L STROBE_chg STROBE_Trg Charge_c FLASH_RDY SHUT1 SHUT2 MODE_R5 MODE_R4 MODE_R3 MODE_R2 MODE_R1 MODE_R0 PW_LED

FLASH_Chg_L STROBE_Chg STROBE_Trg Charge_c FLASH_RDY SHUT1 SHUT2 MODE_R5 MODE_R4 MODE_R3 MODE_R2 MODE_R1 MODE_R0 PW_LED +5VM DGND PWR_KEY STROBE_Chg STROBE_Trg Charge_c FLASH_RDY

FLASH TUBE

F L A S H C H A R G E R
C A P A C I T O R 0 U F 0 V

BATT-1 TP 3

JACK BOARD

BEEPER

MODE_R0 ~R5 SHUT1,2 PW_LED 2

STROBE BOARD

A/V_DET VIDEO_OUT LINE_OUT +3.3VD DGND
AV_DET VIDEO_OUT LINE_OUT +3.3VD DGND

M O D E D I A L

AV_DET VIDEO_OUT LINE_OUT
P O W E R L E D P O W E R K E Y
USB_DET D+ D+3.3VD DGND USB_DET D+ D+3.3VD DGND USB_DET D+ D-

PWRKEY PWR_ON

U 2 Q 6
LED+12V_CCD 1 +12V_VD 1 BL_H

+12V LED-

+3.3VD +1.8V VP
+3.3VD +1.8VD VP +2.5V CCD_ON PWR_CTRL MLCD_ON 1

+3.3VD +1.8VD VP +2.5V

UP DOWN RIGHT LEFT SET MENU DISPLAY TRASH MS_LED
UP DOWN RIGHT LEFT SET MENU DISPLAY TRASH MS_LED +3.3VD DGND +3.3VD TELE WIDE 6 4
UP DOWN RIGHT LEFT SET MENU DISPLAY TRASH MS_LED +3.3VD DGND
F U N C T I O N K E Y SW BOARD

MS_LED

M S L E D

+12V -7.5V_CCD -7.5V_VD

CCD_ON +12.5V +12.5V
+2.5V CCD_ON PWRCTRL -7.5V +5VM DGND -7.5V +5VM MLCD_ON
TELE CCD_ON PWR_CTRL MLCD_ON WIDE

BAT_LOAD DGND

2 +3.3VS

+3.3VS

1 VP 3

3 2.8 K H Z

Battert or AC Adaptor

DSC-S500 3-1

3-2. POWER BLOCK DIAGRAM

MCU BOARD

3 3801-E02N-01R 1

VP U 1 6

22UF 1 4.7UK 2 0.1UF 1

F L A S H U N I T

CONN WIRE 2P

22UF 1

BATT+1 1

L D O 4

U 2 +2.5V LED-

TP 21 1

NC S 1

BATT-2

U 2 Q2 C A P A C I T O R 0 U F 0 V

B E B B E R

22UF 0.1UF

100UF X 2 2

U 9 +12.5V

2.2UK 0.01UK 2 2

TP 1 VCC

0.01UF X 1000PF X 3 7

0.1UF 1 4.7UK

+12V CCD

0.01UK

1UF 2 2

-7.5V CCD

0.01UK 2

C C D 1

P O BULE R W E L E D

+5VM p o w er 1

+ 100UF

10UF 1 1

+3.3VD

U M I C L D O 5

1 #1 1

U 8 +12V VD

0.01UK 2 2

VH C D S 1

VM1 VM247UF

L E N S

+ 0.1UF X 2

22UF 1 1

2.2UK #2 1

-7.5V VD

C107 #4.7UK_25V

PVDD DVDD AVDD
M O T O R D VM3 E R 1 R I V
U +3.3VD F O C U S S E N S O R

+3.3VS +2.5V

+3.3VD +1.8V

2 1UF X 3

10UF 1

2 0.1UF X 2 0.1UF 1

L D O 1

+3.1V TG

ZPIV ZPRCO

U +3.3VD L D O 2 U 7

0.1UF X 4

10UF X 2 2

1000PF X 4 2

0.1UF X 4 2

Z O O M S E N S O R
VDDPWR VDDDDR VDDPLL VDDUSBPLL VDDCORE

+3.3VD +3.3VD

10UF X 1000PF X 0.1UF X 5 2
VDDP VDDDAC VDDUSB VDDSPKR VDDADC VDDAUO

L D O 3

+3.1V CDS

1UF X 0.1UF X 4

+3.1V VD

FB LED anode

D S P 1

1 0.1UF 2

A F L E D U 1 2

+3.3VL

4.7UF 2

PVDD AVDD VCC

AUO LCD 2.3 INCH PANEL

10UF 0.1UF X 2

N A N D F L A S H J 6

M S C A R D

SW BOARD

J 2 +3.3VD

F U N C T I O N K E Y

1 BULE 2

DSC-S500 3-2

4. REPAIR PARTS LIST

4-1. EXPLODED VIEWS

4-1-1. OVERALL SECTION

Main Frame Block (See page 4-3.)
Front Block (See page 4-2.)

Ref. No. 5

Part No. 2-682-984-01 X-2149-431-1 X-2149-248-1 X-2109-765-1 2-694-421-01
Description Screw TP1.7*3.5 Cover Assy, Rear Belt (left), Inner Middle Cover Assy (right) Screw TP1.7*16

Ref. No. 8 9

Part No. 2-699-483-01 2-682-974-01 2-682-975-01 2-682-976-01
Description LID, Battery Case Mode Dial Shutter Button Shutter Button Spring

DSC-S500 4-1

4-1-2. FRONT BLOCK

Ref. No. 53

Part No.

Description

X-2149-247-1 Cover Assy, Front 2-682-984-01 Screw TP1.7*3.5 A-1188-384-A Jack Assy

DSC-S500 4-2

4-1-3. MAIN FRAME BLOCK

ns: not supplied

103 105

(Note 2)

107 106

ns (Note 1)

(Note 1)
In case of the lens assembly, main board, or main frame assembly failure, contact your local Sony Service Headquarter for the measures. The adjustment is not required after replacing the stroboscope block assembly or LCD. Part No. Description

Ref. No. 103 104

Part No. A-1205-305-A 2-699-484-01 A-1209-107-A A-1209-106-A

Description Stroboscope Block Assy (Note 2) Holder, LCD TFT-LCD (Note 2) PC Board, Switch

Ref. No. 107

2-682-983-01 Screw TP1.7*20 2-682-993-01 Sheet, Microphone Fixed A-1188-556-A Microphone Assy

DSC-S500 4-3

The changed portions from Ver. 1.2 are shown in blue.

ACCESSORIES

Checking supplied accessories.
A/V cable 1-824-519-11 LR6 (size AA) Alkaline Battery (Note) USB cable 1-827-038-11

Preparation

Note: This item is supplied with the unit as an accessory, but is not prepared as a service part.

Digital Still Camera

Shoot images easily (Auto adjustment mode)

Instruction Manual

View/delete images

Printing images

Before operating the unit, please read this manual and Cyber-shot Handbook (PDF) on CD-ROM (supplied) thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.

Troubleshooting

Owners 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. Others
Model No. DSC-S500 Serial No. ___________________
Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. http://www.sony.net/

Wrist strap 2-050-981-01

2006 Sony Corporation

2-689-529-11(1)

CD-ROM (Cyber-shot Application Software, handbook Cyber-shot Handbook) 2-696-130-01
Instruction Manual 2-689-529-11 Instruction Manual (ENGLISH) (US, CND, AEP, UK, E, HK, AUS) 2-689-529-21 Instruction Manual (FRENCH, ITALIAN) (AEP, CND) 2-689-529-31 Instruction Manual (SPANISH, PORTUGUESE) (AEP, E) 2-689-529-41 Instruction Manual (GERMAN, DUTCH) (AEP) 2-689-529-51 Instruction Manual (TRADITIONAL CHINESE, SIMPLIFIED CHINESE) (E, HK) 2-689-529-61 Instruction Manual (RUSSIAN) (AEP) 2-689-529-71 Instruction Manual (ARABIC, PERSIAN) (E) 2-689-529-81 Instruction Manual (KOREAN) (KR) 2-689-529-91 Instruction Manual (CZECH, POLISH) (AEP) 2-689-535-11 Instruction Manual (HUNGARIAN, SLOVAK) (AEP) 2-689-535-21 Instruction Manual (SWEDISH, FINNISH) (AEP) 2-689-535-31 Instruction Manual (DANISH, NORWEGIAN) (AEP) 2-689-535-41 Instruction Manual (THAI) (E)

Enjoying the camera

Using the menu

Using the Setup screen

Cyber-shot Handbook

Using your computer

Printing still images
Connecting your camera to your TV
Instruction Manual (separate volume)

Still Digital Camera

Explains the set-up and basic operations for shooting/playback with your camera.

Handbook

Before operating the unit, please read this handbook and I nstruction Manual ( separate volume) thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.

Others

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-S500

Serial No. ___________________________

2-689-526-11(1)

Cyber-shot Handbook (not supplied with DSC-S500) 2-689-526-11 Electronic Manual (ENGLISH) (US, CND, AEP, UK, E, HK, AUS) 2-689-526-21 Electronic Manual (FRENCH) (CND, AEP) 2-689-526-31 Electronic Manual (ITALIAN) (CND, AEP) 2-689-526-41 Electronic Manual (SPANISH) (AEP, E) 2-689-526-51 Electronic Manual (PORTUGUESE) (AEP, E) 2-689-526-61 Electronic Manual (GERMAN) (AEP) 2-689-526-71 Electronic Manual (DUTCH) (AEP) 2-689-526-81 Electronic Manual (TRADITIONAL CHINESE)(E, HK) 2-689-526-91 Electronic Manual (SIMPLIFIED CHINESE) (E, HK) 2-689-527-11 Electronic Manual (RUSSIAN) (AEP) 2-689-527-21 Electronic Manual (ARABIC) (E) 2-689-527-31 Electronic Manual (PERSIAN) (E) 2-689-527-41 Electronic Manual (KOREAN) (KR) 2-689-527-51 Electronic Manual (POLISH) (AEP) 2-689-527-61 Electronic Manual (CZECH) (AEP) 2-689-527-71 Electronic Manual (HUNGARIAN) (AEP) 2-689-527-81 Electronic Manual (SLOVAK) (AEP) 2-689-527-91 Electronic Manual (SWEDISH) (AEP) 2-689-528-11 Electronic Manual (FINNISH) (AEP) 2-689-528-21 Electronic Manual (NORWEGIAN) (AEP) 2-689-528-31 Electronic Manual (DANISH) (AEP) 2-689-528-41 Electronic Manual (THAI) (E)

DSC-S500 4-4

Ver 1.1 2006.07
[Regarding Fuse 1] MCU BOARD

U16 J8

C18 D4 D5 Q24 C189 R164

Q7 R163

R49 C9 Q29
MANUFACTURER: Kamaya Electric Co., Ltd. TYPE: FCC16 162AD RATING: 1.6A

C402 C4

[Regarding Fuse 2] STROBE BOARD

R15 R13 LED1

TP5 Q4 TP1
MANUFACTURER: Kamaya Electric Co., Ltd. TYPE: FCC10 801AD RATING: 800mA

Q4 TP1

Please discard the SUPPLEMENT-1.

SUPPLEMENT-2

File this supplement with the service manual.

(DI07-052)

Addition of Repair Parts Revision of Accessories
Note : Please refer to Ver. 1.3 of SERVICE MANUAL (9-852-124-12) for the revision of accessories.

Addition of Repair Parts

4-1-3. MAIN FRAME BLOCK (See original service manual page 4-3)

Former

& : Points added portion.
Ref. No. Part No. Description Ref. No. 108 Part No. Description
3-100-837-01 HOLDER, MS CARD

9-852-124-82

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Revision History

Ver. 1.0 1.1 Date 2006.06 2006.07 History Official Release Revised-1 Contents Addition of Regarding Fuse S.M. change : Regarding Fuse 1, Regarding Fuse 2 Addition of Repair Parts Addition of Repair Parts Please discard the SUPPLEMENT-1. Revision of Accessories S.M. Revised: Page 4-4 S.M. Rev. issued Yes

1.2 1.3

2006.09 2007.08
Supplement-1 (S1 DI06-046) Supplement-2 (S2 DI07-052)

No Yes

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DSC-S500
Cyber-shot digital still camera

PRELIM NEW

An amazing combination value, simplicity and performance makes the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S500 a perfect entry-level choice for first-time digital photographers. Advanced features place it at the head of its class: 6.0 MP resolution for tight crops and big prints, a quality 3X Optical zoom and wide-angle shooting capability, a large 2.LCD screen for setting up shots and sharing results, 25 MB1 Internal Memory for capturing images in-camera and high-capacity up to 350-shot3 Stamina power with optional NiMH rechargeable battery. 6.0 Megapixel Super HAD CCD More megapixels give you more detail and definition when you make big prints or crop in tight on your subject. The Sony advanced Super HAD (Hole Accumulated Diode) CCD design allows more light to pass to each pixel, increasing sensitivity and reducing noise. 3X Optical/2X Digital Zoom 3X Optical Zoom helps the DSC-S500 bring distant subjects closer and lets you frame shots for better composition; the Sony precision 2X Digital Zoom provides an additional 2X magnification to zoom in close without jagged edges. Capture Images In-Camera With 25 MB1 Internal Memory, the DSC-S500 allows you to shoot without using a memory card -- then easily transfer your images to optional Memory Stick Duo media, upload photos to your computer or make prints on your digital printer. Large 2.42 LCD Screen The DSC-S500 gives you a big, bright LCD screen for reading camera menus, composing shots, checking results and sharing your photos on location. Convenient Photo Modes To adjust quickly for specific shooting situations, the DSC-S500 lets you choose from several convenient photo modes: Auto, PAuto, and Scene Selections for Twilight, Twilight Portrait, Landscape, Soft Snap, Candlelight, and Beach environments. QVGA Movie Mode The DSC-S500 can capture 320 x 240 audio/video clips at high frame rate (up to 30 frames per second), with length limited only by the capacity of your media. Burst Mode You can fire off three shots automatically at 1-second intervals (VGA standard mode) or 2-second intervals (6 MP mode) -- a great way to capture a childs first steps or a pets best tricks. Stamina Battery Power With optional Sony NiMH rechargeable batteries, you can capture up to an amazing 350 shots 3 -- shooting capacity thats about the equivalent of 10 rolls of 35mm film. With supplied AA alkaline batteries, the DSC-S500 can capture up to 60 shots 3. Memory Stick Duo Media Convenience The DSC-S500 has a built-in slot for optional Memory Stick Duo media -the compact, high-capacity storage media that are compatible with millions of devices worldwide. Cyber-shot Viewer Software Sonys new software that makes it easier to upload images from camera or Memory Stick Duo media -- then organize and browse through photos on your PC screen by simply scrolling through thumbnail images.

Specifications

General
Megapixel: 6.0 MP Imaging Device: 1/2.5" Super HAD CCD Recording Media: 25MB 1 internal Flash Memory, optional Memory Stick DUO Media, optional Memory Stick DUO PRO Media Minimum Focus Distance: 2" (5 cm) EV Compensation: 2.0 EV, 1/3 EV Steps
Battery Type: "AA" NiMH, "AA" Alkaline Battery Capacity: N/A
Service and Warranty Information
Limited Warranty: 1 Year Parts & Labor

Convenience

White Balance: Automatic, Cloudy, Daylight, Fluorescent, Incandescent Self Timer: Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Off) Memory Stick PRO Media Compatibility: Tested to support up to 4GB Memory Stick DUO PROTM media capacity1 ; does not support Access Control security function Still Image Mode(s): Burst, JPEG (Fine/Standard) Red-Eye Reduction: Yes (On/Off) Movie Mode(s): Presentation (AVI 320 x 240, 30FPS) Burst Mode: 3 Shot at 2.0 fps (6MP JPEG fine), 3 Shot VGA at 1.0 fps (JPEG std.) Power Save Mode: Yes (after approx. 3 min. of inactivity) Erase/Protect: Yes/ Yes Date/Time Stamp: No/ No Media/Battery Indicator: Yes/ Yes Scene Mode(s): Beach, Candle, Landscape, Soft Snap, Twilight, Twilight Portrait Color Mode(s): N/A

Software

Supplied Software: Cyber-shot Viewer Vers 1.0 + USB Driver, (Windows) Operating System Compatibility: Microsoft 2000 Professional, Me, XP Home and Professional; Macintosh OS 9.1/9.2/OS X (10.0-10.4)

Hybrid Record Mode: N/A

Dimensions
Weight: 5.3 oz (146 g) Body; 7.3 oz. (198 g) including Battery and optional Memory Stick DUO Media Measurements: 3-5/8" x 2-7/16" x 11/4" (92.4 x 62.3 x 31.2 mm)

Supplied Accessories

AA Type One-use Alkaline Batteries (x2) USB Cable Wrist Strap Software CD-ROM NOTE: No Memory Stick Duo media or adapters are included.

Inputs and Outputs

Accessory Terminal: N/A Audio/Video Output(s): Yes Input(s): N/A USB Port(s): Yes (Supports USB 2.06 )

Optional Accessories

Cyber-shot Starter Kit (ACC-CN3TR) Rechargeable NiMH Batteries - 2pk (NH-AA2DB) External Slave Flash w/ Bracket (HVLFSL1B) Soft Carrying Case (LCS-WA, LCS-CSD, LCSCP2) Memory Stick Duo Media (MSH-128A) Memory Stick PRO Duo Media (MSX-256S) Memory Stick PRO Duo Media (MSX-512S) Memory Stick PRO Duo Media (MSX-1GS) Memory Stick PRO Duo Media (MSX-1GN) Memory Stick PRO Duo Media (MSX-2GN) Memory Stick PRO Media USB Adaptor (MSAC-US30) Multi-slot Memory Stick Adaptor (MSACUSM1) Color: Silver UPC Code: 027242692541

Hardware

LCD: 2.4" 2 (110K Pixels TFT LCD Screen) Viewfinder: N/A Lens Construction: 6 Elements in 5 Groups, 2 Aspheric Elements Microphone/Speaker: Yes/Yes Lens Type: Sony Docking Station: N/A

Operating Conditions

Flash Effective Range: ISO Auto: 19" to 8.2' (0.5-2.5 m) Flash Mode(s): Auto, Forced, Off, Slow Synchro

Optics/Lens

Focal Length: 5.4 ? 16.2 mm 35mm Equivalent: 32-96mm Aperture: f2.8-5.6(W), f4.8-9.7 (T) Focus: Center Weighted AF Focal Distance: Normal Minimum: 19 3/4" (50cm) Shutter Speed: 1/8-1/2000 sec. (Auto); 11/2000 sec. (Program Auto) ISO: Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400 Filter Diameter: N/A Smart Zoom Technology: Up to 4.1X (3MP), 5.1X (2MP), 13X (VGA Resolution)4 Digital Zoom: 0-2.0X (Precision) Optical Zoom: 3X Macro Mode: Auto Macro Total Zoom: 6X

1: A portion of the memory is used for data management purposes; approx. 30 MB is available for image recording. 2: Viewable area, measured diagonally. 3: Under average conditions; when fully charged, actual results may vary based on camera settings and conditions of use. 4: Smart Zoom feature will not work at highest resolution setting. 5: Memory Stick DUO PRO Media compatibility: tested up to 2 GB media capacity; a portion of the memory is used for data management purposes. Actual available memory for storage purposes is 1.85 GB. 6: Not all products with USB connectors may communicate with each other due to chip-set variations 2006 Sony Electronics, Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in parts without written permission is prohibited. Sony, Cybershot, Handycam, Memory Stick Duo, , Stamina, and Walkman are trademarks of Sony.
Please visit the Dealer Network for more information at www.sony.com/dn
Sony Electronics Inc. 16530 Via Esprillo San Diego, CA 92127 1-800-222-7669 www.sony.com

Last Updated: 06/19/2006

 

Technical specifications

Full description

A remarkable combination of value, simplicity and performance make the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S500 a perfect choice for first-time digital photographers. The DSC-S500 combines 6.0 megapixel resolution with a quality 3X optical zoom lens design, terrific wide-angle shooting capability, 25 MB Internal Memory for capturing shots in-camera, and a bright 2.4" LCD screen that allows you to check your shots and share results immediately. More megapixels give you more detail and definition when you make big prints or crop in tight on your subject. The Sony advanced Super HAD (Hole Accumulated Diode) CCD design allows more light to pass to each pixel, increasing sensitivity and reducing noise. 3X Optical Zoom helps the DSC-S500 bring distant subjects closer and lets you frame shots for better composition; the Sony precision 2X Digital Zoom provides an additional 2X magnification to zoom in close without jagged edges. With 25 MB Internal Memory, the DSC-S500 allows you to shoot without using a memory card - then easily transfer your images to optional Memory Stick Duo media, upload photos to your computer or make prints on your digital printer. The DSC-S500 gives you a big, bright LCD screen for reading camera menus, composing shots, checking results and sharing your photos on location.

General
Product TypeDigital camera - compact
Main Features
Resolution6.0 Megapixel
Color SupportColor
Optical Sensor TypeSuper HAD CCD
Effective Sensor Resolution6,000,000 pixels
Optical Sensor Size1/2.5"
Light SensitivityISO 100, ISO 400, ISO 200, ISO 80, ISO auto
Digital Zoom2 x
Exposure ModesAutomatic
White BalanceAutomatic
Still Image FormatJPEG
Memory / Storage
Supported Flash MemoryMemory Stick PRO
Integrated Memory25 MB
Camera Flash
Camera FlashBuilt-in flash
Flash ModesAuto mode
Effective Flash Range1.6 ft - 8 ft
Lens System
TypeZoom lens
Focus AdjustmentAutomatic
Optical Zoom3 x
Zoom AdjustmentMotorized drive
Display
TypeLCD display - TFT active matrix - 2.4" - color
Display Form FactorBuilt-in
Display Format110,000 pixels
Connections
Connector Type1 x USB
Expansion Slot(s)1 x Memory Stick PRO Duo
Software
SoftwareDrivers & Utilities, Sony Picture Package
System Requirements for PC Connection
Operating System SupportMS Windows XP, MS Windows 2000, MS Windows ME, Apple Mac OS 9.2, Apple Mac OS X, Apple Mac OS 9.1, Apple Mac OS X 10.0 - 10.4
Peripheral DevicesUSB port, CD-ROM drive
Miscellaneous
Cables IncludedUSB cable
Universal Product Identifiers
BrandSony
Part NumberDSC-S500
GTIN04905524370836, 00027242699144, 04905524359510, 04905524370829, 00027242692541

 

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