Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S3000 User manual

©2011 Sony Corporation Printed in China
4-273-931-51(1)
DSC-S3000
Digital Still Camera / Instruction Manual GB
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Digital stillbildskamera / Handledning SE
Digitaalikamera / Käyttöopas FI
Digitalt stillkamera / Bruksanvisning NO
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DSC-S3000
4-273-931-51(1)
DSC-S3000

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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 upon your Sony dealer
regarding this product.
Model No. DSC-S3000
Serial No. ______________________________
To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or
moisture.
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
English
WARNING
For Customers in the U.S.A.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: DSC-S3000
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.
[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
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 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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For details on advanced operations, please read “Cyber-shot User Guide”
(HTML) on the CD-ROM (supplied) using a computer.
For Windows users:
1Click [User Guide] t[Install].
2Start “User Guide” from the shortcut on the desktop.
For Macintosh users:
1Select the [User Guide] and copy [eng] folder stored in the [User Guide]
folder to your computer.
2After copying is complete, double-click “index.html” in the [eng] folder.
• LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries (2)
• Dedicated USB cable (Sony Corporation 1-837-597-) (1)
• Wrist strap (1)
•CD-ROM(1)
– Cyber-shot application software
– “Cyber-shot User Guide”
• Instruction Manual (this manual) (1)
Refer to “Cyber-shot User Guide” (HTML) on
supplied CD-ROM
Checking the accessories supplied
Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.

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AON/OFF (Power) button
BShutter button
CON/OFF (Power) lamp
DFlash
EMicrophone
FSelf-timer lamp/Smile Shutter
lamp
GLens
HLCD screen
I(Playback) button
JControl button
Menu on: v/V/b/B/z
Menu off: DISP/ / /
KFor shooting: W/T (Zoom)
button
For viewing: (Playback
zoom) button/ (Index) button
LMode switch
MHook for wrist strap
N(USB) / A/V OUT jack
O(Delete) button
PAccess lamp
QMENU button
RTripod 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.
SSpeaker
TBattery/memory card cover
UMemory card slot
VBattery insertion slot
Identifying parts

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x Memory cards that you can use
•In this manual, products in A are collectively referred to as “Memory Stick Duo”
media.
• In this manual, products in B are collectively referred to as SD card.
• When recording movies, it is recommended that you use Class 2 or faster SD
cards.
Inserting the batteries/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.
3Match +/– and insert the batteries.
4Close the cover.
Memory Card For still images For movies
A
Memory Stick PRO Duo aa
Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo aa
Memory Stick Duo a—
BSD memory card aa
SDHC memory card aa
Ensure the notched corner faces correctly.

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x To remove the memory card/batteries
Memory card: Push the memory card in once.
Batteries: Be sure not to drop the batteries.
• Never open the battery/memory card cover or remove the batteries/memory card
when the access lamp (page 6) is lit. This may cause damage to data in the
memory card/internal memory.
x Batteries you can and cannot use with your camera
In the table below, aindicates the battery can be used, while — indicates the
one cannot be used.
* Operating performance cannot be ensured if voltage drops or other problems are
caused by the nature of the battery.
x Battery life and number of images you can record/
view
Note
Battery type Supplied Supported Rechargeable
LR6 (size AA) alkaline
batteries aa—
HR15/51: HR6 (size AA)
Nickel-Metal Hydride
batteries
—aa
ZR6 (size AA) Oxy Nickel
Primary batteries —a—
Lithium batteries* — — —
Manganese batteries* — — —
Ni-Cd batteries* — — —
Battery life (min.) No. of Images
Shooting still images Approx. 100 Approx. 200
Viewing still images Approx. 350 Approx. 7000
Shooting movies Approx. 160 —

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• The number of images that can be recorded is an approximate number when
shooting with new batteries. The number may be less depending on the
circumstances.
• The number of images that can be recorded is when shooting under the following
conditions:
– Using Sony “Memory Stick PRO Duo” (Mark2) media (sold separately).
– New batteries are used at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F).
• The number of still images that can be recorded is based on the CIPA standard,
and is for shooting under the following conditions.
(CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association)
– [SteadyShot] is set to [Off].
– DISP (Screen Display Settings) is set to [Normal].
– 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 is when shooting under the following conditions:
– Recording mode: VGA
– When continuous shooting ends because of set limits (page 16), press the shutter
button down again and continue shooting. Shooting functions such as the zoom
do not operate.
• The values shown for alkaline battery are based on commercial norms, and do not
apply to all alkaline batteries in all conditions. The values may vary, depending on
the battery manufacturer/type, environmental conditions, product setting, etc.
Notes

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Date & Time setting is displayed when you press the ON/OFF (Power) button
for the first time.
Setting the date and time
1Press the ON/OFF (Power) button.
Date & Time setting is displayed when you press the ON/OFF (Power)
button for the first time.
• It may take time for the power to turn on and allow operation.
2Set [Date & Time Format], [Daylight Savings] and [Date
& Time], then press [OK].
• Midnight is indicated as 12:00 AM, and noon as 12:00 PM.
3Select the desired area following the instructions on the
screen, then press zt[OK].
4Select the desired display color and display resolution
mode, following the instructions on the screen.
Select items: v/V/b/B
Set: z
Control button
ON/OFF (Power)

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Shooting still images:
Shooting movies:
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.
1Press the shutter button fully down to start recording.
• You can zoom by pressing the W/T (zoom) button before shooting.
2Press the shutter button fully down again to stop
recording.
Mode switch
Shutter button
W: zoom out
T: zoom in
: Still image
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x Selecting next/previous image
Select an image with B(next)/b(previous) on the control button. Press zin
the center of the control button to view movies.
x Deleting an image
1Press (Delete) button.
2Select [This Image] with von the control button, then press z.
x Returning to shooting images
Press the shutter button halfway down.
Viewing images
1Press the (Playback) button.
(Delete)
Control button
(Playback)
W: zoom out
T: zoom in
Select images: B(next)/b(previous)
Set: z

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A
B
C
D
List of icons displayed on the screen
(When shooting still images)
Display Indication
Battery remaining
Low battery warning
Image size
Scene Selection
Shooting mode
Scene Recognition icon
White balance
Metering Mode
SteadyShot
Vibration warning
DRO
Smile Detection
Sensitivity indicator
Zoom scaling
Display Indication
zAE/AF lock
ISO400 ISO number
125 Shutter speed
F2.8 Aperture value
+2.0EV Exposure Value
AF range finder frame
indicator
Display Indication
Recording folder
96 Number of recordable
images
Recording/Playback
Media (memory card,
internal memory)
Flash mode
Red-eye reduction
Flash charging
Display Indication
Self-timer
Face Detection
Destination
Burst Settings
AF range finder frame
Spot metering cross-
hairs
Display Indication

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Other functions used when shooting or playing back can be operated using the
Control button or MENU button on the camera. This camera is equipped with
a Function Guide that allows you to easily select from the functions. While
displaying the guide, try the other functions.
x Control button
DISP (Screen Display Settings): Allows you to change the screen display.
(Self-Timer): Allows you to use the self-timer.
(Smile Shutter): Allows you to use the Smile Shutter mode.
(Flash): Allows you to select a flash mode for still images.
x Menu Items
Shooting
Introduction of other functions
REC Mode Select recording mode.
Scene Selection Select pre-set settings to match various scene conditions.
Easy Mode Shoot still images using minimal functions.
Shooting Direction Set the direction to pan the camera when shooting Sweep
Panorama images.
Image Size Select the image size for still images, panoramic images
or movie files.
SteadyShot Select the anti-blur mode.
Burst Settings Select single-image mode or burst mode.
EV Adjust the exposure manually.
ISO Adjust the luminous sensitivity.
MENU
Control
button
Function Guide

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Viewing
x Setting items
If you press the MENU button while shooting or during playback,
(Settings) is provided as a final selection. You can change the default
settings on the (Settings) screen.
White Balance Adjust color tones of an image.
Focus Select the focus method.
Metering Mode Select the metering mode that sets which part of the
subject to measure to determine the exposure.
Smile Detection
Sensitivity
Set the Smile Shutter function sensitivity for detecting
smiles.
Face Detection The camera detects faces and adjusts various settings
automatically.
DRO Set DRO function to correct the brightness and contrast
and improve the image quality.
Easy Mode Set the text-size increases and all indicators become
easier to see.
Slideshow Select a method of continuous playback.
Retouch Retouch an image using various effects.
Delete Delete an image.
Protect Protect the images.
DPOF Add a print order mark to a still image.
Rotate Rotate a still image to the left or right.
Select Folder Select a folder which contains the images you want to
play back.
Shooting Settings
Grid Line/Disp. Resolution/Digital Zoom/Red Eye
Reduction
Main Settings
Beep/Language Setting/Function Guide/Display color/
Power Save/Initialize/Video Out/USB Connect/LUN
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* If a memory card is not inserted, (Internal Memory Tool) will be displayed and
only [Format] and [File Number] can be selected.
The number of still images and recordable time may vary depending on the
shooting conditions and the memory card.
x Still images
(Units: Images)
x Movies
The table below shows the approximate maximum recording times. These are
the total times for all movie files. The recordable movie file size is up to
approx. 2 GB for each file.
(Units: hour : minute : second)
Memory Card
Tool*
Format/Create REC. Folder/Change REC. Folder/Delete
REC. Folder/Copy/File Number
Clock Settings
Area Setting/Date & Time Setting
Number of still images and recordable time of
movies
Capacity
Size
Internal memory Memory card
Approx. 6 MB 2 GB
10M 1 440
VGA 35 11000
16:9(7M) 1 520
Capacity
Size
Internal memory Memory card
Approx. 6 MB 2 GB
VGA 0:00:05 0:25:00
QVGA 0:00:15 1:15:00

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Changing the language setting
The screen language setting, press the MENU button, then select
(Settings) t(Main Settings) t[Language Setting].
On use and care
Avoid rough handling, disassembling, modifying, physical shock, or impact
such as hammering, dropping or stepping on the product. Be particularly
careful of the lens.
Notes on recording/playback
• Before you start recording, make a trial recording to make sure that the
camera is working correctly.
• The camera is neither dust-proof, nor splash-proof, nor water-proof.
• Avoid exposing the camera to water. If water enters inside the camera, a
malfunction may occur. In some cases, the camera cannot be repaired.
• Do not aim the camera at the sun or other bright light. It may cause the
malfunction of the camera.
• If moisture condensation occurs, remove it before using the camera.
• Do not shake or strike the camera. It may cause a malfunction and you may
not be able to record images. Furthermore, the recording media may become
unusable or image data may be damaged.
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 a location that generates strong radio waves, emits radiation or is
strongly magnetic place. Otherwise, the camera may not properly record or
play back images.
• 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.
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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 battery
• Avoid rough handling, disassembling, modifying, physical shock, or impact
such as hammering, dropping or stepping on the battery.
• Do not use a deformed or damaged battery.
• Do not mix a used battery together with a new battery or different types of
batteries.
• Remove the batteries from the camera when you do not operate the camera
for long periods, or when the batteries are dead.
Notes on the LCD screen and lens
The LCD screen is manufactured using extremely high-precision technology
so over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, some
tiny black and/or bright dots (white, red, blue or green) may appear on the
LCD screen. These dots are a normal result of the manufacturing process, and
do not affect the recording.
On camera’s temperature
Your camera and battery may get warm due to continuous use, but it is not a
malfunction.
Warning on copyright
Television programs, films, videotapes, and other materials may be
copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the
provisions of the copyright laws.
No compensation for damaged content or recording failure
Sony cannot compensate for failure to record or loss or damage of recorded
content due to a malfunction of the camera or recording media, 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. To prevent damage to the finish or casing:
– Do not expose the camera to chemical products such as thinner, benzine, alcohol,
disposable cloths, insect repellent, sunscreen or insecticide.

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Camera
[System]
Image device:
6.14 mm (1/2.9 type) color CCD,
Primary color filter
Total pixel number of camera:
Approx. 10.3 Megapixels
Effective pixel number of camera:
Approx. 10.1 Megapixels
Lens: 4× zoom lens
f = 4.0 mm – 16.0 mm (28 mm –
112 mm (35 mm film equivalent))
F3.0 (W) – F5.7 (T)
Exposure control: Automatic exposure,
Scene Selection (9 modes)
White balance: Automatic, Daylight,
Cloudy, Fluorescent 1/2/3,
Incandescent, Flash
Recording interval for Burst mode:
Approx. 1.5 second
File format:
Still images: JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0,
Exif Ver. 2.3, MPF Baseline)
compliant, DPOF compatible
Movies: AVI (Motion JPEG)
Recording media: Internal Memory
(approx. 6 MB), “Memory Stick
Duo” media, SD card
Flash: Flash range (ISO sensitivity
(Recommended exposure Index)
set to Auto):
Approx. 0.5 m to 3.0 m (1 ft 7 3/4
inches to 9 ft 10 1/8 inches) (W)/
approx. 0.5 m to 1.5 m (1 ft 7 3/4
inches to 4 ft 11 1/8 inches) (T)
[Input and Output connectors]
(USB)/A/V OUT terminal:
Video output
Audio output (Monaural)
USB communication
USB communication: Hi-Speed USB
(USB 2.0)
[LCD screen]
LCD panel:
6.7 cm (2.7 type) TFT drive
Total number of dots: 230 400 (960
× 240) dots
[Power, general]
Power: LR6 (size AA) alkaline
batteries (2), 3 V
HR15/51: HR6 (size AA) Nickel-
Metal Hydride batteries (2) (sold
separately), 2.4 V
ZR6 (size AA) Oxy Nickel Primary
batteries (2) (sold separately), 3 V
Power consumption (during shooting):
1.1 W
Operating temperature: 0°C to 40°C
(32°F to 104°F)
Storage temperature: –20°C to +60°C
(–4°F to +140°F)
Dimensions (CIPA compliant):
99.0 mm × 61.0 mm × 29.3 mm
(4 inches × 2 1/2 inches
× 1 3/16 inches) (W/H/D)
Mass (CIPA compliant): Approx. 167 g
(5.9 oz) (including two batteries
and “Memory Stick Duo” media)
Microphone: Monaural
Speaker: Monaural
Exif Print: Compatible
PRINT Image Matching III:
Compatible
Specifications

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Design and specifications are subject to
change without notice.
Trademarks
• The following marks are trademarks
of Sony Corporation.
, “Cyber-shot,”
“Memory Stick PRO Duo,”
“Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo,”
“Memory Stick Duo”
• Windows is registered trademark of
Microsoft Corporation in the United
States and/or other countries.
• Macintosh is registered trademark of
Apple Inc.
• SDHC logo is trademarks of SD-3C,
LLC.
• 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.
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product and answers to frequently
asked questions can be found at
our Customer Support Website.