Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200 User manual

4-445-796-21(1)
DSC-HX200/HX200V
Digital Still Camera / Instruction Manual GB
Cámara fotografía digital / Manual de instrucciones ES

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The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces.
• Camera (1)
• AC Adaptor AC-L200C/AC-L200D (1)
• Power cord (mains lead) (1)
• Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH50 (1)
• Micro USB cable (1)
• Shoulder strap (1)
• Lens cap (1)/Lens cap strap (1)
• Instruction Manual (this manual) (1)
English
Learning more about the camera (“Cyber-shot
User Guide”)
“Cyber-shot User Guide” is an on-line manual. Refer to it for
in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camera.
1Access the Sony support page.
http://www.sony.net/SonyInfo/Support/
2Select your country or region.
3Search for the model name of your camera within the
support page.
• Check the model name on the bottom of your camera.
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Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the
space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call your Sony dealer
regarding this product.
Model No. DSC-HX200/DSC-HX200V
Serial No. _____________________________
Model No. AC-L200C/AC-L200D
Serial No. _____________________________
To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or
moisture.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
-SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
DANGER
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
If the shape of the plug does not fit the power outlet, use an attachment plug adaptor of the
proper configuration for the power outlet.
[Representative plug of power supply cord of countries/regions
around the world.
The representative supply voltage and plug type are described in this chart.
Depend on an area, Different type of plug and supply voltage are used.
Attention: Power cord meeting demands from each country shall be used.
WARNING
A Type
(American
Type)
B Type
(British
Type)
BF Type
(British
Type)
B3 Type
(British
Type)
C Type
(CEE
Type)
SE Type
(CEE
Type)
O Type
(Ocean
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– For only the United States
Use a UL Listed, 1.5-3 m (5-10 ft.), Type SPT-2 or NISPT-2, AWG no. 18 power supply
cord, rated for 125 V 7 A, with a NEMA 1-15P plug rated for 125 V 15 A.
Europe
Asia
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type
Austria 230 50 C
Belgium 230 50 C
Czech 220 50 C
Denmark 230 50 C
Finland 230 50 C
France 230 50 C
Germany 230 50 C
Greece 220 50 C
Hungary 220 50 C
Iceland 230 50 C
Ireland 230 50 C/BF
Italy 220 50 C
Luxemburg 230 50 C
Netherlands 230 50 C
Norway 230 50 C
Poland 220 50 C
Portugal 230 50 C
Romania 220 50 C
Russia 220 50 C
Slovak 220 50 C
Spain 127/230 50 C
Sweden 230 50 C
Switzerland 230 50 C
UK 240 50 BF
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type
China 220 50 A
Hong Kong 200/220 50 BF
India 230/240 50 C

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Oceania
North America
Central America
Indonesia 127/230 50 C
Japan 100 50/60 A
Korea (rep) 220 60 C
Malaysia 240 50 BF
Philippines 220/230 60 A/C
Singapore 230 50 BF
Taiwan 110 60 A
Thailand 220 50 C/BF
Vietnam 220 50 A/C
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type
Australia 240 50 O
New Zealand 230/240 50 O
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type
Canada 120 60 A
USA 120 60 A
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type
Bahamas 120/240 60 A
Costa Rica 110 60 A
Cuba 110/220 60 A/C
Dominican (rep) 110 60 A
El Salvador 110 60 A
Guatemala 120 60 A
Honduras 110 60 A
Jamaica 110 50 A
Mexico 120/127 60 A
Nicaragua 120/240 60 A
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type

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South America
Middle East
Africa
Panama 110/220 60 A
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type
Argentina 220 50 C/BF/O
Brazil 127/220 60 A/C
Chile 220 50 C
Colombia 120 60 A
Peru 220 60 A/C
Venezuela 120 60 A
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type
Iran 220 50 C/BF
Iraq 220 50 C/BF
Israel 230 50 C
Saudi Arabia 127/220 50 A/C/BF
Turkey 220 50 C
UAE 240 50 C/BF
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type
Algeria 127/220 50 C
Congo (dem) 220 50 C
Egypt 220 50 C
Ethiopia 220 50 C
Kenya 240 50 C/BF
Nigeria 230 50 C/BF
South Africa 220/230 50 C/BF
Tanzania 230 50 C/BF
Tunisia 220 50 C
Countries/regions Voltage Frequency (Hz) Plug type

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[Battery pack
If the battery pack is mishandled, the battery pack can burst, cause a fire or even chemical
burns. Observe the following cautions.
• Do not disassemble.
• Do not crush and do not expose the battery pack to any shock or force such as
hammering, dropping or stepping on it.
• Do not short circuit and do not allow metal objects to come into contact with the battery
terminals.
• Do not expose to high temperature above 60°C (140°F) such as in direct sunlight or in a
car parked in the sun.
• Do not incinerate or dispose of in fire.
• Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries.
• Be sure to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that
can charge the battery pack.
• Keep the battery pack out of the reach of small children.
• Keep the battery pack dry.
• Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by Sony.
• Dispose of used battery packs promptly as described in the instructions.
[AC Adaptor
Connect the AC Adaptor to the nearest wall outlet (wall socket).
If some trouble occurs while using the AC Adaptor, immediately shut off the power by
disconnecting the plug from the wall outlet (wall socket).
The power cord (mains lead), if supplied, is designed specifically for use with this camera
only, and should not be used with other electrical equipment.
[RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES
Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable.
You can help preserve our environment by returning your used
rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest
you.
For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries,
call toll free
1-800-822-8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium-Ion batteries.
CAUTION
For Customers in the U.S.A. and Canada

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[Battery pack
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
UL is an internationally recognized safety organization.
The UL Mark on the product means it has been UL Listed.
If you have any questions about this product, you may call:
Sony Customer Information Center
1-800-222-SONY (7669).
The number below is for the FCC related matters only.
[Regulatory Information
[CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual
could void your authority to operate this equipment.
For Customers in the U.S.A.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: DSC-HX200V
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 Part15 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.

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[Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in
a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The supplied interface cable must be used with the equipment in order to comply with the
limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.
This device complies with RSS-310 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the
condition that this device does not cause harmful interference.
Hereby, Sony Corporation, declares that this DSC-HX200V Digital Still Camera is in
compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Directive
1999/5/EC. For details, please access the following URL:
http://www.compliance.sony.de/
[Notice for the customers in the countries applying EU Directives
The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo,
108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony
Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or
guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee
documents.
This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits set out in the EMC
regulation for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet).
For Customers in Canada
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[Attention
The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound
of this unit.
[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.
[Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in
the European Union and other European countries with separate
collection systems)
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.
[Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in the European Union
and other European countries with separate collection systems)
This symbol on the battery or on the packaging indicates that the battery
provided with this product shall not be treated as household waste.
On certain batteries this symbol might be used in combination with a
chemical symbol. The chemical symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead (Pb) are
added if the battery contains more than 0.0005% mercury or 0.004% lead.
By ensuring these batteries are disposed of correctly, you will help prevent
potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health which could
otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of the battery. The recycling of the
materials will help to conserve natural resources.
In case of products that for safety, performance or data integrity reasons require a
permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by
qualified service staff only. To ensure that the battery will be treated properly, hand over
the product at end-of-life to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical
and electronic equipment.
For all other batteries, please view the section on how to remove the battery from the
product safely.
Hand the battery over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of waste batteries.
For more detailed information about recycling of this product or battery, please contact
your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you
purchased the product.

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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 for customers in the United Kingdom

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AFOCUS (Focus) button
• You can select the focus mode by
pressing the FOCUS button
when the Zoom/Focus switch is
set to AF/ZOOM.
• If you press the FOCUS button
when the Zoom/Focus switch is
set to MF, the center of the
display will be magnified to
allow easier focusing.
BCUSTOM (Custom) button
• You can assign a desired function
to the CUSTOM button.
CShutter button
DFor shooting: W/T (zoom) lever
For viewing: (Playback
zoom) lever/ (Index) lever
ESelf-timer lamp/Smile Shutter
lamp/AF illuminator
FLens
GFlash
HGPS sensor (built-in, DSC-
HX200V only)
IHook for shoulder strap
JZoom/Focus switch
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KManual ring
• When the Zoom/Focus switch is
set to AF/ZOOM, turn the
manual ring to perform the zoom
function.
• When the Zoom/Focus switch is
set to MF, turn the manual ring to
adjust the focus.
LStereo microphone
MEyepiece sensor
NViewfinder
O(Playback) button
PMOVIE (Movie) button
QControl button
RFINDER/LCD button
SON/OFF (Power) button and
Power/Charge lamp
TMode dial:
(Intelligent Auto)/
(Superior Auto)/
(Program Auto)/
(Shutter Speed Priority
Shooting)/
(Aperture Priority Shooting)/
(Manual Exposure Shooting)/
(Memory recall mode)/
(iSweep Panorama)/
(Movie Mode)/
(3D Shooting)/
(Scene Selection)
UJog dial
VMENU button
W/ (In-Camera Guide/Delete)
button
XFinder adjustment dial
YMicro USB connector
ZConnector cover
wj HDMI mini jack
wk DC IN connector
wl RESET button
e; Speaker
ea LCD screen
es Battery/Memory card cover
ed Battery insertion slot
ef Battery eject lever
eg Access lamp
eh Memory card slot
ej Tripod receptacle
• Use a tripod with a screw less
than 5.5 mm (7/32 inches) long.
Otherwise, you cannot firmly
secure the camera, and damage to
the camera may occur.
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Inserting the battery pack
1Open the cover.
2Insert the battery pack.
• While pressing the battery eject lever, insert the battery pack as
illustrated. Make sure that the battery eject lever locks after insertion.
• Closing the cover with the battery inserted incorrectly may damage the
camera.
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• If the Power/Charge lamp on the camera flashes when the AC Adaptor is
connected to the wall outlet (wall socket), this indicates that charging is
temporarily stopped because the temperature is outside the recommended range.
When the temperature gets back within the appropriate range, the charging
resumes. We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of
between 10°C to 30°C (50ºF to 86ºF).
• The battery pack may not be effectively charged if the terminal section of the
battery is dirty. In this case, wipe any dust off lightly using a soft cloth or a cotton
swab to clean the terminal section of the battery.
• Connect the AC Adaptor (supplied) to the nearest wall outlet (wall socket). If any
malfunctions occur while using the AC Adaptor, disconnect the plug from the wall
outlet (wall socket) immediately to disconnect the power source.
Charging the battery pack
1Connect the DC IN jack of the camera and the AC
Adaptor (supplied). Plug the AC Adaptor into the wall
outlet (socket) using the power cord (mains lead)
(supplied).
The Power/Charge lamp lights orange, and charging starts.
• Turn off the camera while charging the battery.
• You can charge the battery pack even when it is partially charged.
• When the Power/Charge lamp flashes and charging is not finished,
remove and re-insert the battery pack.
Notes
Power cord
(Mains lead)
Power/Charge lamp
Lit: Charging
Off: Charging finished
Flashing: Charging error
Charging paused due to
overheating
AC Adaptor
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• When charging is finished, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall
socket).
• Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs, power cord (mains lead)
and AC Adaptor (supplied).
x Charging time (Full charge)
The charging time is approximately 100 min. using the AC Adaptor
(supplied).
• The above charging time applies when charging a fully depleted battery pack at a
temperature of 25°C (77°F). Charging may take longer depending on conditions of
use and circumstances.
x Charging by connecting to a computer
The battery pack can be charged by connecting the camera to a computer using
a micro USB cable.
Turn off the camera before making a connection to a computer.
• Note the following points when charging via a computer:
– If the camera is connected to a laptop computer that is not connected to a power
source, the laptop battery level decreases. Do not charge for an extended period
of time.
– Do not turn on/off or restart the computer, or wake the computer to resume from
sleep mode when a USB connection has been established between the computer
and the camera. The camera may cause a malfunction. Before turning on/off, or
restarting the computer or waking the computer from sleep mode, disconnect the
camera and the computer.
– No guarantees are made for charging using a custom-built computer or a
modified computer.
Note
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x Battery life and number of images you can record and
view
• The above number of images applies when the battery pack is fully charged. The
number of images may decrease depending on the conditions of use.
• The number of images that can be recorded is for shooting under the following
conditions:
– Using Sony “Memory Stick PRO Duo” (Mark2) media (sold separately)
– The battery pack is used at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F).
– [GPS setting] is set to [Off] (DSC-HX200V only).
– [Disp. Resolution] is set to [Standard].
• The number for “Shooting still images” is based on the CIPA standard, and is for
shooting under the following conditions:
(CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association)
– DISP (Display Setting) is set to [ON].
– 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.
• The battery life for movies applies shooting under the following conditions:
– Movie quality: AVC HD HQ
– When continuous shooting ends because of set limits (page 30), press the
MOVIE (Movie) button again and continue shooting. Shooting functions such as
the zoom do not operate.
x Supplying power
You can connect the AC adaptor (supplied) to power the camera from an wall
outlet (wall socket). This way, there is no need to worry about draining the
battery when shooting over extended periods or when the camera is connected
to a TV or computer.
Shooting and playback is possible without a battery pack in the camera.
Battery life Number of images
Shooting still
images
LCD screen Approx. 225 min. Approx. 450 images
Viewfinder Approx. 245 min. Approx. 490 images
Shooting
movies
LCD screen Approx. 120 min. –
Viewfinder Approx. 130 min. –
Viewing still images Approx. 290 min. Approx. 5800 images
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Inserting a memory card (sold separately)
1Open the cover.
2Insert the memory card (sold separately).
• With the notched corner facing as illustrated, insert the memory card
until it clicks into place.
3Close the cover.
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x Memory cards that you can use
• In this manual, the products in the table are collectively referred to as follows:
A: “Memory Stick Duo” media
B: “Memory Stick Micro” media
C: SD card
D: microSD memory card
• To use a “Memory Stick Micro” media or microSD memory card with the camera,
be sure to insert it into a dedicated adaptor first.
x To remove the memory card/battery pack
Memory card: Push the memory card in once to eject the memory card.
Battery pack: Slide the battery eject lever. Be sure not to drop the battery pack.
• Never remove the memory card/battery pack when the access lamp (page 12) is lit.
This may cause damage to data in the memory card/internal memory.
Memory card For still images For movies
A
Memory Stick PRO Duo aa(Mark2 only)
Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo aa
Memory Stick Duo a—
BMemory Stick Micro (M2) a—
Memory Stick Micro (Mark2) aa
C
SD memory card aa(Class 4 or faster)
SDHC memory card aa(Class 4 or faster)
SDXC memory card aa(Class 4 or faster)
DmicroSD memory card aa(Class 4 or faster)
microSDHC memory card aa(Class 4 or faster)
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Setting the clock
1Press the ON/OFF (Power) button.
Date & Time setting is displayed when you turn on the camera for the first
time.
• It may take time for the power to turn on and allow operation.
2Select a desired language.
3Select a desired geographic location by following the
on-screen instructions, then press z.
4Set [Date & Time Format], [Daylight Savings] or
[Summer Time] and [Date & Time], then select [OK] t
[OK].
• Midnight is indicated as 12:00 AM, and noon as 12:00 PM.
5Select the desired display color and the GPS setting
(DSC-HX200V only), following the instructions on the
screen.
• The battery pack will run out quickly when:
– [GPS setting] is set to [On] (DSC-HX200V only).
– [Disp. Resolution] is set to [High].
6When an [In-Camera Guide] introductory message is
appeared on the screen, select [OK].
Control button
ON/OFF (Power) button and Power/Charge lamp
Select items: v/V/b/B
Set: z