Digital Still Camera

Instruction Manual

DSC-T100

For details on the advanced operations, please access Cyber-shot Handbook and Cyber-shot Stepup Guide contained on the supplied CD-ROM via a computer.

Operating Instructions

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.

2007 Sony Corporation

2-319-290-12(1)

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. Model No. DSC-T100 Serial No. ______________________

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

For your protection, please read these safety instructions completely before operating the appliance, and keep this 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.

WARNING

To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
For Customers in the U.S.A.

[ Power Sources

This set should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of electrical power supplied to your home, consult your dealer or local power company. For those sets designed to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

[ Polarization

This set may be equipped with a polarized ac power cord plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug by forcing it in.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

[ Overloading

Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity, since this can result in fire or electric shock.
[ Object and Liquid Entry
Never push objects of any kind into the set through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the set.

[ Attachments

Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer, as they may cause hazards.

[ Cleaning

Unplug the set from the wall outlet before cleaning or polishing it. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a cloth lightly dampened with water for cleaning the exterior of the set.
long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the set due to lightning and power-line surges.

Service Installation

[ Water and Moisture
Do not use power-line operated sets near water for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.
[ Damage Requiring Service
Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the set. If the set has been exposed to rain or water. If the set has been subject to excessive shock by being dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged. If the set does not operate normally when following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are specified in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the set to normal operation. When the set exhibits a distinct change in performance this indicates a need for service.

[ Power-Cord Protection

Route the power cord so that it is not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to the plugs, receptacles, and the point where the cord exits from the appliance.

[ Accessories

Do not place the set on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The set may fall, causing serious injury to a child or an adult, and serious damage to the set. Use only a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer.

[ Ventilation

The slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for necessary ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the set, and to protect it from overheating, these slots and openings must never be blocked or covered. Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth or other materials. Never block the slots and openings by placing the set on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. Never place the set in a confined space, such as a bookcase, or built-in cabinet, unless proper ventilation is provided. Do not place the set near or over a radiator or heat register, or where it is exposed to direct sunlight.

[ Servicing

Do not attempt to service the set yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

[ Replacement parts

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

[ Safety Check

Upon completion of any service or repairs to the set, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks (as specified by the manufacturer) to determine that the set is in safe operating condition.

[ Lightning

For added protection for this set during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for

Read this first CAUTION

Replace the battery with the specified type only. Otherwise, fire or injury may result.

[ Regulatory Information

Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSC-T100 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

For the State of California, USA only
Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate Perchlorate Material : Lithium battery contains perchlorate.

For Customers in Europe

This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet).
This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

[ Attention

The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound of this unit.
Notice for customers in the United Kingdom
A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience. Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced, a fuse of the same rating as the supplied one and approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362, (i.e., marked with an or mark) must be used. If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station.

[ Notice

If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart the application or disconnect and connect the communication cable (USB, etc.) again.
Notes on using your camera
[ Internal memory and Memory Stick Duo back up
Do not turn off the camera or remove the battery pack or Memory Stick Duo while the access lamp is lighted, as the internal memory data or Memory Stick Duo data may be destroyed. Always protect your data by making a back up copy.
[ Notes on the LCD screen
The LCD screen is manufactured using extremely high-precision technology so over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue or green in color) that constantly appear on the LCD screen. These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way.

Supported Operating Systems for USB connection and application software (supplied)... 21 Viewing Cyber-shot Handbook or Cyber-shot Step-up Guide.. 22
Indicators on the screen... 23 Battery life and memory capacity.. 25
Battery life and number of images that can be recorded/viewed.. 25 Number of still images and recording time of movies.. 26

Troubleshooting.... 27

Battery pack and power... 27 Shooting still images/movies... 28 Viewing images... 28
Precautions... 29 Specifications... 30

Getting started

Checking the accessories supplied
Battery charger BC-CSG/BC-CSGB/BCCSGC (1) USB, A/V cable for multi-use terminal (1)
Wrist strap (1) Power cord (mains lead) (1) (not supplied in the USA and Canada) CD-ROM (Cyber-shot application software/ Cyber-shot Handbook/Cyber-shot Step-up Guide) (1) Instruction Manual (this manual) (1) Rechargeable battery pack NP-BG1 (1)/ Battery case (1)
Attach the strap and pass your hand through it, to prevent the camera from damage by being dropped, etc.
1 Preparing the battery pack
For customers in the USA and Canada Plug
For customers other than those in the USA and Canada
CHARGE lamp CHARGE lamp Power cord (mains lead)
1 Insert the battery pack into the battery charger. 2 Connect the battery charger to the wall outlet (wall socket).
The CHARGE lamp lights on, and charging starts. When the CHARGE lamp turns off, charging is finished (Practical charge). If you continue charging the battery pack for about one more hour (until it is fully charged), the charge will last slightly longer.

[ Charging time

Full charge time Practical charge time

Approx. 330 min.

Approx. 270 min.
Time required to charge a fully depleted battery pack at a temperature of 25C (77F). Charging may take longer under certain circumstances or conditions. See page 25 for the number of images that can be recorded. Connect the battery charger to an easily accessible wall outlet (wall socket) close by. Even if the CHARGE lamp is not lit, the battery charger is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket). If some trouble occurs while using the battery charger, immediately shut off the power by disconnecting the plug from the wall outlet (wall socket). When charging is finished, disconnect the power cord (mains lead) from the wall outlet (wall socket), and remove the battery pack from the battery charger. Designed for use with compatible Sony batteries.
2 Inserting the battery pack/a Memory Stick Duo (not supplied)

Insert the Memory Stick Duo with the front side facing the LCD screen.
Insert the battery pack while pressing the battery eject lever with the tip of the battery pack.
Battery/Memory Stick Duo cover
1 Open the battery/Memory Stick Duo cover. 2 Insert the Memory Stick Duo (not supplied) all the way in until it clicks. 3 Insert the battery pack. 4 Close the battery/Memory Stick Duo cover.
[ When there is no Memory Stick Duo inserted
The camera records/plays back images using the internal memory (approx. 31 MB).
[ To check the remaining battery time
Press POWER button to turn on and check the remaining battery on the LCD screen.
Battery remaining indicator Battery remaining guidelines Sufficient power remaining Battery almost fully charged Battery half full Battery low, recording/ playback will stop soon. Change the battery with fully charged one, or charge the battery. (The warning indicator flashes.)
It takes about one minute until the correct battery remaining indicator appears. The displayed battery remaining indicator may not be correct under certain circumstances. The Clock Set screen appears when the camera is turned on for the first time (page 12).
[ To remove the battery pack/Memory Stick Duo
Open the battery/Memory Stick Duo cover.
Memory Stick Duo Make sure that the access lamp is not lit, then push the Memory Stick Duo in once. Battery pack Slide the battery eject lever. Be sure not to drop the battery pack.
Never remove the battery pack/Memory Stick Duo when the access lamp is lit. This may cause damage to data in the Memory Stick Duo.
3 Turning the camera on/setting the clock

POWER button

Lens cover

Control button

HOME button z button
1 Press the POWER button or slide the lens cover downward. 2 Set the clock with the control button.
1 Select the date display format with v/V, then press z. 2 Select each item with b/B and set the numeric value with v/V, then press z. 3 Select [OK], then press z.
[ To change the date and time
Press the HOME button, and select [ Clock Settings] in (Settings) (page 17).
[ When you turn on the power
If the camera is running on battery power and you do not operate the camera for about three minutes, the camera turns off automatically to prevent wearing down the battery pack (Auto power-off function).
Shooting images easily (Auto adjustment mode)
The following procedure is for shooting a still image.

Shutter button

Zoom button MENU button Control button Tripod receptacle (bottom) HOME button
Microphone Flash Self-timer lamp
Lens cover Lens DISP button Flash button Macro button Self-timer button
1 Slide the lens cover downward. 2 Hold the camera steady, keeping your arm at your side.

Position the subject in the center of the focus frame.
3 Shoot with the shutter button.
Still image: 1 Press and hold the shutter button halfway down to focus.
The z (AE/AF lock) indicator (green) flashes, a beep sounds, the indicator stops flashing and remains lit.
2 Press the shutter button fully down.

The shutter sounds.

AE/AF lock indicator
Movie: Press the HOME button, and select [

Movie Mode] in

(Shooting) (page 17).
Zoom/Flash/Macro/Self-timer/Display

Using the zoom

to zoom, press to undo zoom.
[ DISP Changing the screen display
Press v (DISP) on the control button. Each time you press v (DISP) button, the display changes as follows. Brightness of LCD backlight up r Histogram on r Indicators off r Indicators on
Flash (Selecting a flash mode for still images)
Press B ( ) on the control button repeatedly until the desired mode is selected. : Flash Auto
Strobes when there is insufficient light or backlight (default setting) : Flash forced on SL : Slow synchro (Flash forced on) The shutter speed is slow in a dark place to clearly shoot the background that is out of flash light. : Flash forced off
Macro/Close Focus (Shooting close-up)
Press b ( ) on the control button repeatedly until the desired mode is selected. : Macro off : Macro On (W side: Approx. 8 cm or farther
(3 1/4 inches or farther), T side: Approx. 80 cm or farther (31 1/2 inches or farther)) :Close focus enabled (Locked to the W side: Approx. 1 to 20 cm (13/32 to 7 7/8 inches))

Using the self-timer

Press V ( ) on the control button repeatedly until the desired mode is selected. : Not using the self-timer
: Setting the 10-second delay self-timer : Setting the 2-second delay self-timer
Press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes, and a beep sounds until the shutter operates.

Viewing/deleting images

(Playback) button
(Index)/ (playback zoom) button (playback zoom) button MENU button

Multi connector (bottom) HOME button

1 Press

(Playback).
If you press when the camera is powered off, the camera is turned on automatically and set to playback mode. To switch to the shooting mode, press again.
2 Select an image with b/B on the control button.

Movie:

Press z to play back a movie. (Press z again to stop playback.) Press b/B to rewind/fast forward. (Press z to return to normal playback.) Press V to display the volume control screen, then press b/B to adjust the volume.

[ To delete images

1 Display the image you want to delete, then press MENU. 2 Select (Delete) with v and select [This Image] with b/B, then press z. 3 Select [OK] with v, then press z.
[ To view an enlarged image (playback zoom)
Press while displaying a still image. To undo the zoom, press. Adjust the portion: v/V/b/B Cancel playback zoom: z

Viewing an index screen

Press to display the index screen while a still image is displayed. Then, select an image with v/V/b/B. To return to the single image screen, press z.
You can also access the index screen by selecting [ Index Display] on the HOME screen. Each time you press , the number of pictures on the index screen changes.
[ To delete images in index mode
1 Press MENU while the index screen is displayed. 2 Select [Delete] with v and select [Multiple Images] with b/B, then press z. 3 Select the image you want to delete with v/V/b/B, then press z.
The mark is checked in the checkbox of the image. To cancel a selection, select an image you have selected for deletion, then press z again.
4 Press MENU and select [OK] with v, then press z.
To delete all the images in a folder, select [All In This Folder], then press z in step 2.
[ To play back a series of images (Slide Show)
Select [ Slide Show] in v, then press z. (View Images) on the HOME screen, and then select [OK] with
[ To view images on TV screen
Connect the camera to the TV with the cable for multi-use terminal (supplied).

To the multi connector

To audio/video input jacks
Cable for multi-use terminal
Learning the various functions HOME/Menu

Using the HOME screen

The HOME screen is the gateway screen for all the functions of your camera. You can select the shooting mode or playback mode, or change the settings from the HOME screen.
z button Control button HOME button
1 Press HOME to display the HOME screen.

Category Item Guide

Select a category with b/B. Select an item with v/V, then press z.

[ When you select the

(Manage Memory) or

(Settings) category

1 Select the desired item with v/V.
This procedure is needed only when you select (Settings).
2 Move the frame with B and select a setting with v/V, then press z. 3 Select the desired setting with v/V, then press z.

For details on the operation 1 page 17

HOME screen items

The following categories and items are displayed when you press the HOME button. A description of the selected category or item is displayed on the screen by the guide.

Category Items

Auto Adjustment Scene Selection Program Auto Movie Mode Single Image Index Display Slide Show Print Music Tool Download Music Memory Tool Memory Stick Tool Format Change REC.Folder Internal Memory Tool Format Main Settings Main Settings 1 Beep Initialize Main Settings 2 USB Connect Video Out Shooting Settings Shooting Settings 1 AF Illuminator AF Mode Shooting Settings 2 Auto Orientation Clock Settings Language Setting

Shooting

View Images

Printing, Other

Format Music

Manage Memory

Create REC.Folder Copy

Settings

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Using menu items

z button MENU button

Control button

1 Press MENU to display the menu.
The menu can be displayed only when the camera is in shooting mode or playback mode. Different items are available, depending on the selected mode.
2 Select the desired item with v/V on the control button.
If the desired item is hidden, keep pressing v/V until the item appears on the screen.
3 Select the desired setting with b/B on the control button.
If the desired item is hidden, keep pressing b/B until the item appears on the screen. Press z after selecting an item in playback mode.
4 Press MENU to turn off the menu.
For details on the operation 1 page 19

Menu items

The available menu items vary depending on the camera mode. The shooting menu is available only in the shooting mode, and the viewing menu is available only in the playback mode. Also, different items are available depending on the selected shooting mode (such as Auto Adjustment, Scene Selection, Program Auto, Movie Mode) on the HOME screen.

Menu for shooting

Scene Selection Image Size Face Detection REC Mode Color Mode ISO EV Metering Mode Focus White Bal Flash Level Red Eye Reduction SteadyShot SETUP Selects the preset settings according to the scene. Selects the still image quality. Detects the faces and adjusts focus and other setting to much. Selects the continuous shooting method. Changes the vividness of the image or adds special effects. Selects a luminous sensitivity. Adjusts Exposure. Selects the metering mode. Changes the focus method. Adjusts the color tones. Adjusts the amount of flash light. Reduces the red-eye phenomenon when using flash. Selects the anti-blur mode. Selects shooting settings.

3 After the installation is complete, doubleclick the shortcut created on the desktop.
3 After copying is complete, double-click
stepupguide.hqx in the [stepupguide] folder to uncompress it, then double-click the generated file stepupguide.
If an uncompress tool for HQX file is not installed, install the Stuffit Expander.

Indicators on the screen

Each time you press v (DISP) button, the display changes (page 14). A
Battery remaining E Low battery warning Image size
[ When shooting still images
Shooting mode (Scene Selection)
Shooting mode (Program) White balance

[ When shooting movies

Recording mode Metering mode Face Detection SteadyShot Vibration warning Self-timer DPOF Protect Print order (DPOF) mark PictBridge connecting Zoom scaling

[ When playing back

Zoom scaling Color mode
Volume PictBridge connecting
Red-eye reduction Focus preset distance AE/AF lock ISO number NR slow shutter Shutter speed Aperture value Exposure Value AF range finder frame indicator Macro/Close Focus
C:32:00 ISO400 +2.0EV 500 F3.5
Metering mode Flash mode Flash charging White balance

ISOF3.5 +2.0EV

Self-diagnosis display ISO number Exposure Value Shutter speed Aperture value

Standby REC 00:00:12

Playback Playback bar Standby/Recording a movie Recording time Histogram
appears when histogram display is disabled.

C:32:00

Self-diagnosis display AF range finder frame

101-9:30 AM

Folder-file number Recorded date/time of the playback image Guide to play back images Select images Adjust volume
Spot metering cross hair Histogram

z STOP z PLAY

BACK/ NEXT VOLUME

Recording/Playback media

Recording folder Playback folder Remaining number of recordable images Image number/Number of images recorded in selected folder Remaining recordable time Change folder AF illuminator

96 12/12

00:00:00
Battery life and memory capacity
Battery life and number of images that can be recorded/viewed
The tables show the approximate number of images that can be recorded/viewed and the battery life when you shoot images in [Normal] mode with the battery pack at full capacity and at an ambient temperature of 25C (77F). The numbers of images that can be recorded or viewed take into account changing the Memory Stick Duo as necessary. Note that the actual numbers may be less than those indicated in the table depending on the conditions of use.
Battery capacity decreases as you use it more, as the time passes. The number of images that can be recorded/ viewed and the battery life are decreased under the following conditions: The surrounding temperature is low. The flash is used frequently. The camera has been turned on and off many times. The zoom is used frequently. The brightness of LCD Backlight is set to up. [AF Mode] is set to [Monitor]. [SteadyShot] is set to [Continuous]. The battery power is low. [Face Detection] is set to [On]. The measurement method is based on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) The number of images/battery life does not change, regardless of image size.

[ When viewing still images
No. of Images Battery life (min.)

Approx. 6600

Approx. 330
Viewing single images in order at about three second intervals

Battery life (min.)

Approx. 140
Shooting movies continuously with an image size of [320]

Approx. 340

Approx. 170
Shooting in the following situations: [AF Mode] is set to [Single]. [SteadyShot] is set to [Shooting]. Shooting once every 30 seconds. The zoom is switched alternately between the W and T ends. The flash strobes once every two times. The power turns on and off once every ten times.
Number of still images and recording time of movies
The number of still images and the length of time available for recording movies may vary, depending on the shooting conditions and/or the recording media used.
You can select the image size to be used when shooting from the menu (page 19, 20).
[ The approximate number of still images

(Units: Images)

Capacity Size Internal memory Approx. 31 MB 128 MB Memory Stick Duo formatted with this camera 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB

8M 3:2 5M 3M VGA 16:9

202 33

790 133

1428 238

2904 484

5928 988

12154 2025

24014 4002

48166 8027

The number of images listed is for when [REC Mode] is set to [Normal]. When the number of remaining shootable images is greater than 9,999, the >9999 indicator appears.
[ The approximate recording time of movies
(Units: hour : minute : second)
640(Fine) 640(Standard) 320

0:01:30 0:06:00

0:05:50 0:23:40

0:02:50 0:10:40 0:42:50

0:06:00 0:21:40 1:27:00

0:12:20 0:44:20 2:57:50

0:25:10 1:31:00

0:50:00 3:00:00

1:40:20 6:01:10
6:04:30 12:00:20 24:04:50
Movies with the size set to [640(Fine)] can only be recorded on a Memory Stick PRO Duo. The size of a movie file is limited to approx. 2 GB. During recording, movie recording stops automatically when the file size of the movie reaches approx. 2 GB. This camera does not support HD recordings or playbacks for movies.
When images recorded using earlier Sony models are played back on this camera, the display may differ from the actual image size.

Troubleshooting

Cannot insert dates on images.
This camera does not have a feature for superimposing dates on images. You can print or save
images with the date inserted using Picture Motion Browser.
Vertical streaks appear when you are shooting a very bright subject.
The smear phenomenon is occurring and white, black, red, or purple streaks appear on the
image. This phenomenon is not a malfunction.

Viewing images

Your camera cannot play back images.
Press (Playback) (page 15). The folder/file name has been changed on your computer. 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.

Precautions

[ Do not use/store the camera in the following places
In an extremely hot, cold or humid place In places such as in a car parked in the sun, the camera body may become deformed and this may cause a malfunction. Under direct sunlight or near a heater The camera body may become discolored or deformed, and this may cause a malfunction. In a location subject to rocking vibration Near strong magnetic place In sandy or dusty places Be careful not to let sand or dust get into the camera. This may cause the camera to malfunction, and in some cases this malfunction cannot be repaired.
[ On operating temperatures
Your camera is designed for use under the temperatures between 0C and 40C (32F and 104F). Shooting in extremely cold or hot places that exceed this range is not recommended.
[ On moisture condensation
If the camera is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, moisture may condense inside or outside the camera. This moisture condensation may cause a malfunction of the camera. If moisture condensation occurs Turn off the camera and wait about an hour for the moisture to evaporate. Note that if you attempt to shoot with moisture remaining inside the lens, you will be unable to record clear images.

[ On carrying

Do not sit down in a chair or other place with the camera in the back pocket of your trousers or skirt, as this may cause malfunction or damage the camera.
[ On the internal rechargeable backup battery
This camera has an internal rechargeable battery for maintaining the date and time and other settings regardless of whether the power is on or off. This rechargeable battery is continually charged as long as you are using the camera. However, if you use the camera for only short periods, it discharges gradually, and if you do not use the camera at all for about one month it becomes completely discharged. In this case, be sure to 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 do not record the date and time. Charging method of the internal rechargeable backup battery Insert charged battery pack in the camera, and then leave the camera for 24 hours or more with the power off.

[ On cleaning

Cleaning the LCD screen Wipe the screen surface with an LCD cleaning kit (not supplied) to remove fingerprints, dust, etc. Cleaning the lens Wipe the lens with a soft cloth to remove fingerprints, dust, etc. Cleaning the camera surface Clean the camera surface with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water, then wipe the surface with a dry cloth. Do not use the following as they may damage the finish or the casing. Chemical products such as thinner, benzine, alcohol, disposable cloths, insect repellent, sunscreen or insecticide, etc. Do not touch the camera with the above on your hand. Do not leave the camera in contact with rubber or vinyl for a long time.

Specifications

Camera

[System]

Image device: 7.18 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: Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar 5 zoom lens f = 5.8 29.0 mm (mm when converted to a 35 mm still camera) F3.5 4.4 Exposure control: Automatic exposure, Scene Selection (9 modes) White balance: Automatic, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent 1, Fluorescent 2, Fluorescent 3, Incandescent, Flash File format (DCF compliant): Still images: Exif Ver. 2.21 JPEG compliant, DPOF compatible Movies: MPEG1 compliant (Monaural) Recording media: Internal Memory (approx. 31 MB), Memory Stick Duo Flash: Flash range (ISO (Recommended Exposure Index) set to Auto): approx. 0.1 to 3.7 m (4 inches to 12 feet 1 3/4 inches) (W)/ approx. 0.8 to 2.9 m (2 feet 7 1/2 inches to 9 feet 6 1/4 inches) (T)
BC-CSG/BC-CSGB/BC-CSGC battery charger
Power requirements: AC 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 2 W (BC-CSG/BC-CSGC)/ 2.6 W (BCCSGB) Output voltage: DC 4.2 V, 0.25 A Operating temperature: 0 to 40C (32 to 104F) Storage temperature: -20 to +60C (4 to +140F) Dimensions: Approx. 622491 mm (2 1/2 31/323 5/8 inches) (W/H/D) Mass: Approx. 75 g (2.7 oz)
Rechargeable battery pack NPBG1
Used battery: Lithium-ion battery Maximum voltage: DC 4.2 V Nominal voltage: DC 3.6 V Capacity: 3.4 Wh (960 mAh) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
[Input and Output connectors]
Multi connector: Video output Audio output (mono) USB communication USB communication: Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 compliant)

Trademarks

Corporation. Memory Stick, is a trademark of Sony , Memory Stick PRO, , Memory Stick Duo, , Memory Stick PRO Duo, , Memory Stick Micro, MagicGate, and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. Microsoft, Windows and DirectX are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/ or other countries. Macintosh, Mac OS, iMac, iBook, PowerBook, Power Mac and eMac are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. Intel, MMX, and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. Google is a registered trademark of Google Inc. In addition, system and product names used in this manual are, in general, trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective developers or manufacturers. However, the or marks are not used in all cases in this manual.