Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30 User manual

©2012 Sony Corporation Printed in Japan
DSC-HX20V/HX30/HX30V
4-419-606-51(2)
DSC-HX20V/HX30/HX30V
Digital Still Camera / Instruction Manual GB
Appareil photo numérique / Mode d’emploi FR
Fotocamera digitale / Istruzioni per l’uso IT
Cámara fotografía digital / Manual de instrucciones ES
Câmara fotográfica digital / Manual de instruções PT
Digitale Fotokamera / Gebrauchsanleitung DE
Digitale camera / Gebruiksaanwijzing NL
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The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces.
• Camera (1)
• Rechargeable battery pack NP-BG1 (1)/Battery case (1)
• Micro USB cable (1)
• AC Adaptor AC-UB10/UB10B (1)
• Power cord (mains lead) (not supplied in the USA and Canada) (1)
• Wrist 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.
Checking the supplied items

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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-HX20V/DSC-HX30/DSC-HX30V
Serial No. _____________________________
Model No. AC-UB10/AC-UB10B
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.
[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.
WARNING
CAUTION

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• 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.
[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.
For Customers in the U.S.A. and Canada

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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
This equipment must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna
or transmitter.
The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are associated
with using low power wireless devices. There is no proof, however, that these low power
wireless devices are absolutely safe. Low power Wireless devices emit low levels of radio
frequency energy (RF) in the microwave range while being used. Whereas high levels of
RF can produce health effects (by heating tissue), exposure of low-level RF that does not
produce heating effects causes no known adverse health effects. Many studies of low-level
RF exposures have not found any biological effects. Some studies have suggested that
some biological effects might occur, but such findings have not been confirmed by
additional research. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with FCC
radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC
radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65 and RSS-102 of the
IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules.
For Customers in the U.S.A.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: DSC-HX20V, DSC-HX30V
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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[CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual
could void your authority to operate this equipment.
[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.

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This device complies with RSS-310 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the
condition that this device does not cause harmful interference.
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that
may cause undesired operation of the device.
Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an
antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry
Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain
should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more
than that necessary for successful communication.
Hereby, Sony Corporation, declares that this DSC-HX20V/HX30V 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 R&TTE
Directive for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet).
[Attention
The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound
of this 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.
For Customers in Canada
For Customers in Europe

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[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.
Use of the RLAN network is governed: - with respect to private use, by the Legislative
Decree of 1.8.2003, no. 259 (“Code of Electronic Communications”). In particular Article
104 indicates when the prior obtainment of a general authorization is required and Art. 105
indicates when free use is permitted; - with respect to the supply to the public of the RLAN
access to telecom networks and services, by the Ministerial Decree 28.5.2003, as amended,
and Art. 25 (general authorization for electronic communications networks and services) of
the Code of electronic communications.
Use of this radio equipment is not allowed in the geographical area with in a radius of
20 km from the centre of Ny-Alesund, Svalbard.
Notice for customers in the United Kingdom
For Customers in Italy
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AShutter button
BMode dial
(Intelligent Auto)/
(Superior Auto)/
(Program Auto)/ (Manual
Exposure Shooting)/
(Memory recall mode)/
(iSweep Panorama)/
(Movie Mode)/ (3D
Shooting)/ (Scene
Selection)/ (Background
Defocus)
CFor shooting: W/T (Zoom) lever
For viewing: (Index) lever/
(Playback zoom) lever
DSelf-timer lamp/Smile Shutter
lamp/AF illuminator
ECUSTOM (Custom) button
FPower/Charge lamp
GON/OFF (Power) button
HFlash
• Do not hold your fingers near the
flash.
• When using the flash, the flash
pops up automatically.
• The flash goes down
automatically when the power is
turned off, the camera is switched
to playback mode or the shooting
mode is changed.
IMicrophone
JLens
KSpeaker
LLCD screen
MGPS sensor (built-in, DSC-
HX20V/HX30V only)
N(Playback) button
OMOVIE (Movie) button
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PHDMI mini jack
QWi-Fi sensor (built-in, DSC-
HX30/HX30V only)
RHook for wrist strap
SControl wheel
TMENU button
U/ (In-Camera Guide/Delete)
button
VBattery insertion slot
WBattery eject lever
XTripod 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.
YAccess lamp
ZMemory card slot
wj (TransferJet™) mark
wk Micro USB connector
wl Battery/memory card cover
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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Charging the battery pack
1Connect the camera to the AC Adaptor (supplied),
using the micro USB cable (supplied).
2Connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket).
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.
Power cord
(Mains lead)
For customers in the USA
and Canada
For customers in countries/regions
other than the USA and Canada
Power/Charge lamp
Lit: Charging
Off: Charging finished
Flashing:
Charging error
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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
malfunctions occur while using the AC Adaptor, disconnect the plug from the wall
outlet (wall socket) immediately to disconnect from the power source.
• When charging is finished, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall
socket).
• Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs, micro USB cable (supplied)
and AC Adaptor (supplied).
x Charging time (Full charge)
The charging time is approximately 175 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.
Notes
Note

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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.
• 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.
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x Battery life and number of images that can be
recorded and played back
• 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-HX20V/HX30V 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 27), press the
MOVIE (Movie) button again and continue shooting. Shooting functions such as
the zoom do not operate.
Battery life Number of images
Shooting (still images) Approx. 160 min. Approx. 320 images
Viewing (still images) Approx. 230 min. Approx. 4600 images
Shooting (movies) Approx. 75 min. —
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x Supplying power
The camera can be supplied with power from the wall outlet (wall socket) by
connecting to the AC Adaptor, using the micro USB cable (supplied).
You can import images to a computer without worrying about draining the
battery pack by connecting the camera to a computer using the micro USB
cable.
In addition, you can use the AC Adaptor AC-UD10 (sold separately) for
shooting to supply power when shooting.
• Power cannot be supplied when the battery pack is not inserted in the camera.
• When the camera is connected directly to a computer or to a power outlet using the
supplied AC Adaptor AC-UB10/UB10B, power supply is available only in
playback mode. If the camera is in shooting mode or while you are changing the
settings of the camera, power is not supplied even if you make a USB connection
using the micro USB cable.
• If you connect the camera and a computer using the micro USB cable while the
camera is in playback mode, the display on the camera will change from the
playback screen to the USB connection screen. Press (Playback) button to
switch to the playback screen.
Notes
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 can be used
• 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
• When using “Memory Stick Micro” media or microSD memory cards with this
camera, make sure to use with the appropriate adaptor.
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 10) 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)
Note
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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 zon the control
wheel.
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.
5Follow the instructions on the screen.
• The battery pack will run out quickly when:
– [GPS setting] is set to [On] (DSC-HX20V/HX30V only).
– [Disp. Resolution] is set to [High].
Control wheel
ON/OFF (Power)
Power/Charge lamp (green)
Select items: v/V/b/B
Set the numeric value of date and
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Shooting still images
Shooting movies
• Do not push down or pull up the flash manually. This may cause a malfunction.
• The sound of the lens and lever operating will be recorded when the zoom function
operates while shooting a movie. The sound of the MOVIE button operating may
also be recorded when movie recording is finished.
• Continuous shooting is possible for approximately 29 minutes at one time at the
camera’s default settings and when the temperature is approximately 25°C (77°F).
When movie recording is finished, you can restart recording by pressing the
MOVIE button again. Recording may stop to protect the camera depending on the
ambient temperature.
Shooting still images/movies
1Press the shutter button halfway down to focus.
When the image is in focus, a beep sounds and the zindicator lights.
2Press the shutter button fully down to shoot an image.
1Press the MOVIE (Movie) button to start recording.
• Use the W/T (zoom) lever to change the zoom scale.
• Press the shutter button to shoot still images while continuing to record
the movie.
2Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording.
Notes
Mode dial
Shutter button
W: zoom out
T: zoom in
: Intelligent Auto
: Movie Mode
MOVIE
W/T (Zoom)
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x Selecting next/previous image
Select an image by pressing B(next)/b(previous) on the control wheel or by
turning the control wheel. Press zin the center of the control wheel to view
movies.
x Deleting an image
1Press / (Delete) button.
2Select [This Image] with von the control wheel, then press z.
x Returning to shooting images
Press the shutter button halfway down.
Viewing images
1Press the (Playback) button.
• When images on a memory card recorded with other cameras are played
back on this camera, the registration screen for the data file appears.
/ (Delete)
Control wheel
(Playback)
W: zoom out
T: zoom in
Select images: B(next)/b(previous) or turn
the control wheel
Set: z