Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 User manual

SONY:
Digital Still Camera
Camara fotograffa digital
DSC-T900
4-130-971-61(1)
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English
Owner's Record
The model and serial numbers are located
on the bottom. Record the serial number
iIi
the space provided below. Refer to these
numbers whenever you call upon your Sony
dealer regarding this product.
Model No. DSC-T900
Serial No.
WARNING
To reduce fire or shock hazard, do
not expose the unit to rain or
moisture.
For Customers in the U.S.A.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR flACK\.
NO USER·SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING
TO OUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
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.
IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
Foryour protection, please read these safety
instmctions completely before operating
the appliance, and keep this manual for
future reference.
Carefully observe all warnings, precautions
and instmctions on the appliance, or the one
described in the operating instmctions and
adhere to them.
IPower 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, orother sources, refer
to the operating instructions.
IPolarization
This set may be equipped with apolarized 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 asafety 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 asuitable outlet installed.
Do not defeat the safety purpose
of the polarized
plug by forcing it in.
IOverloading
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or
convenience receptacles beyond their capacity,
since this can result
in fire or electric shock.
IObject 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 afire
or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any
kind on the set.

IAttachments
Do not use attachments not recommended by the
manufacturer, as they may cause hazards.
ICleaning
Unplug the set from the wall outlet before
cleaning or polishing
it. Do not use liquid cleaners
or aerosol cleaners. Use acloth lightly dampened
with water for cleaning the exterior of the set.
Installation
IWater and Moisture
Do not use power-line operated sets near water-
for example, near abathtub, washbowl, kitchen
sink, or laundry tub,
in awet basement, or near a
swimming pool, etc.
IPower-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.
IAccessories
Do not place the set on an unstable cart, stand,
tripod, bracket,
or table. The set may fall, causing
serious injury to achild or an adult, and serious
damage to the set. Use only acart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table recommended by the
manufacturer.
IVentilation
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 acloth
or other materials.
-Never block the slots and openings by placing
the set on abed, sofa, rug, or other similar
surface.
-Never place the set
in aconfined space, such as
abookcase, or built-in cabinet, unless proper
ventilation
is provided.
-Do not place the set near or over aradiator or
heat register, or where
it is exposed to direct
sunlight.
ILightning
Foradded protection for this set during alightning
storm, or when it
is left unattended and unused for
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
IDamage 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.
-Ifthe 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 aqualified
technician to restore the set to normal operation.
-When the set exhibits adistinct change
in
performance -this indicates aneed for service.
IServicing
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.
IReplacement 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.
ISafety 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.
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Read this first
CAUTION
IBattery pack
If the battery pack is mishandled, the battery pack
can burst, cause afire or even chemical bums.
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 sunIight or in acar
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 adevice 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.
Replace the battery with the specified type only.
Otherwise, fire
or injury may result.
Do not expose the batteries
to excessive heat such
as sunshine, fire or the like.
For Customers in the U.S.A. and
Canada
IRECYCLING 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 charger
This power unit is intended to be correctly
orientated
in avertical or floor mount position.

For Customers in the U.S.A.
UL is an internationally recognized safety
organization.
This product has received UL Listing.
If you have any questions about this product, you
may call:
Sony Customer Information Center
1-800-222-S0NY (7669)
The number below
is for the FCC related matters
only.
IRegulatory Information
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: DSC-T900
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo,
San Diego, CA 92127U.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:
(I) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
ICAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved
in this
manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.
INote:
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for aClass Bdigital
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 radiorrV
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 m.
FCC Rules.

For Customers in Europe
INotice 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 3meters
(9.8 feet).
IAttention
The electromagnetic fields at the specific
frequencies may influence the picture and sound
of this unit.
INotice
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.
IDisposal 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.
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 apermanent
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.
Notice for customers in the
United Kingdom
Amoulded 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, afuse
of the same rating as the supplied
one and approved by ASTAor BSI to BS 1362,
(i.e., marked with an <&> or Wmark) 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.
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Table of contents
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 2
Read this first 4
Notes on using the camera 10
Getting started.~ ~ ~ 12
Checking the accessories supplied ,12
Identifying parts :~ : ' : 13
Charging the battery pack ' ; , 15
Inserting the battery pack/a "Memory Stick Duo" media
(sold separate'ly) : ;' 17
Setting the clock.. .:...... .. 19
Shooling/viewing il1Jages ~ 20
Shooting images ., .. :'; ~ , ; : 20
Viewi.~g images , ., ; · 21·
Using shooting functions 22
Displaying minimum indicators (Easy Shooting) 22
Detecting smiles and shooting automatically (Smile Shutter) 23
Detecting the shooting conditions automatically (Scene Recognition) 24
Shooting close-ups (Macro/Close focus) 26
Using the self-timer 26
Selecting aflash mode 27
Changing the screen display 28
Focusing on aspecific point of the frame 29
Focusing on the face of the subject (Face Detection) 29
Selecting the image size to match the usage 30
Using the Shooting mode that matches the scene (Scene Selection) 32
Shooting movies 33
Usi ng viewi ng fu nctions 35
Viewing an enlarged image (Playback Zoom) 35
Displaying images full-screen (Wide Zoom) 35
Rotating avertical orientation image (Temporarily rotated display) 36
Viewing still images with music (Slideshow) 36
Searching for an image (Image Index) 37
Selecting the display format (View Mode) 37

Deleting images 39
Deleting the currently displayed image 39
Deleting multiple images 39
Deleting
all images (Format) 40
Connecting to other devices 41
Viewing images on a TV 41
Printing still images 42
Using the camera with acomputer 44
Changing camera settings 48
Changing the operation sounds 48
Using the HOME screen 48
Using the MENU items
51
Using functions in Program Auto mode 53
Other's 54
List of icons displayed on the screen 54
Learning more about the camera ("Cyber-shot Handbook") 56
Troubleshooting 57
Precautions 60
Specifications
61

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INotes on using the camera
Internal memory and "Memory
Stick Duo" media back up
Do not turn offthe camera, remove the battery
pack, or remove the "Memory Stick Duo"
media while the access lamp is lit. Otherwise,
the internal memory data or "Memory Stick
Duo" media may be damaged. Be sure to make
abackup copy to protect your data.
On management files
When you insert a"Memory Stick Duo" media
without amanagement file into the camera and
turn on the power, part
of the "Memory Stick
Duo" media capacity
is used to automatically
create amanagement file. It may take some
time until you can perform the next operation.
Notes on recording/playback
•Before you start recording, make atrial
recording to make sure that the camera
is
working correctly.
•The camera
is neither dust-proof, nor splash-
proof, nor water-proof. Read "Precautions"
(page 60) before operating the camera.
• Avoid exposing the camera to water. Ifwater
enters inside the camera, amalfunction 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.
•Do not use the camera near alocation that
generates strong radio waves or emits
radiation. Otherwise, the camera may not
properly record or play back images.
•Using the camera
in sandy or dusty locations
may cause malfunctions.
•If moisture condensation occurs, remove it
before using the camera (page 60).
•Do not shake or strike the camera. It may
cause amalfunction and you may not be able
to record images. Furthermore, the recording
media may become unusable or image data
may be damaged.
•Clean the flash surface before use. The heat
of flash emission may cause dirt on the flash
surface to become discolored or to stick to
the flash surface, resulting in insufficient
light emission.
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, 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.
• If water droplets or other liquids splash on
the LCD screen and make it wet,
immediately wipe off the screen with asoft
cloth. Leaving liquids on the LCD screen
surface can harm the quality and cause a
malfunction.
Please use Sony genuine
accessories
If you use accessories manufactured by
companies other than Sony, this could cause a
camera trouble.
•Using other manufacturers' camera cases
with magnets could cause apower supply
trouble.
On camera's temperature
Your camera and battery may get warm due to
continuous use, but it
is not amalfunction.
On the overheat protection
Depending on the camera and battery
temperature, you may be unable to record
movies or the power may turn off
automatically to protect the camera.
Amessage will be displayed on the LCD
screen before the power turns off or you can
no longer record movies.
On image data compatibility
•The cameraconforms with DCF (Design rule
for Camera File system) universal standard
established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and
Information Technology Industries
Association).
•Sony does not guarantee that the camera will
play back images recorded or edited with
other equipment, or that otherequipment will
play back images recorded with the camera.

Warnin~1 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.
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IUsing the paint pen
The paint pen is used when operating the
touch panel. It attaches to the wrist strap.
The camera is supplied with awrist strap.
Attach the strap and place your hand through
the loop to prevent the camera from damage
by being dropped.
•CD-ROM (1)
-Cyber-shot application software
-"Cyber-shot Handbook"
-"Cyber-shot Step-up Guide"
•Instruction Manual (this manual)
(1)
IUsing the wrist strap
•Paint pen (1)
•Rechargeable battery pack NP-BDI (1)/
Battery case (1)
•Power cord (mains lead) (1)
(not supplied in the USA and Canada)
•Battery charger BC-CSD (I)
Checking the accessories supplied
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•USB Cable (1)
•Do not carry the camera by holding the
paint pen. The camera may fall off.
•AV Cable (1)
•Multi-output stand (I)
•Wrist strap (1)

Iderltifying parts
Camera
Bottom
II] Shutter button
[2J Speaker
~ Zoom (W rr) lever
@] Microphone
lID ON/OFF (Power) button
[ID Flash
I1J Self-timer lamp/Smile Shutter lamp/
AF illuminator
[IDLens
[ID Lens cover
I1Q] LCD screen/Touch panel
[j] [E (Playback) button
I12l Mode switch
~ Hook for wrist strap/Grip
IH.l Battery eject lever
Ml Battery insertion slot
I1§] Tripod receptacle
•Use atripod with ascrew less than 5.5 mm
(7/32 inch) long. Otherwise, you cannot
firmly secure the camera, and damage to the
camera may occur.
ffZI Multi connector
MI Battery/"Memory Stick Duo" media
cover
IN! Access lamp
jgQj "Memory Stick Duo" media slot
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CD To DC IN
jack
•Connecting the camera to AC Adaptor AC-
LS5K (sold separately) will not charge the
battery. Use abattery charger for charging
the battery.
IUsing AC Adaptor AC-LSSK
(sold separately)
Use the multi-output stand for attaching
the camera in the following cases.
•Connecting aUSB Cable to acomputer
•Connecting an AV Cable to aTV
•PictBridge connection to aprinter
, ",<;jF'~ Multi-output stand
[] Camera connector terminal
~DC IN jack
~USBjack
@]HDMIjack
[ID NV OUT (STEREO) jack
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Charging the battery pack
1Insert the battery pack into
the battery charger.
•You can charge the battery even when
it is partially charged.
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2Connect the battery
charger to the wall
outlet (wall socket).
If you continue charging the
battery pack for about one more
hour after the CHARGE lamp
turns off, the charge will last
slightly longer (full charge).
CHARGE lamp
Lit: Charging
Off: Charging finished (normal
charge)
For customers in the USA and Canada
Plug
CHARGE lamp
For customers in countries/regions other
than the USA and Canada
Power cord
(mains lead)
3When charging is finished, disconnect the battery
charger.
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ICharging time
Approx. 220 min.
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•The tableabove shows the time required to charge afully depleted battery pack at atemperature of
25°C (77°F). Charging may take longer depending on conditions of use and circumstances.
•Connect the battery charger to the nearest wall outlet (wall socket).
•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 offthe 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 and the battery charger.
IBattery life and number of images you can record/view
Shooting still images
Approx.l00 Approx.200
Viewing still images Approx.210 Approx. 4200
The measurement method is based on the CIPA standard. (CIPA: Camera &Imaging Products
Association)
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•The battery life and the number of still images may vary depending on the camera settings.
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Inserting the battery pack/a "Memory
Stick Duo" media (sold separately)
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2Insert the "Memory Stick
Duo" media (sold separately).
With the terminal side facing the lens, insert
the "Memory Stick Duo" media until it
clicks into place.
1Open the cover.
3Insert the battery pack.
Check the direction of the battery, and
insert it until the battery eject lever is
locked.
4Close the cover.
•Closing the cover with the battery inserted
incorrectly may damage the camera.
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.."..-- Battery eject
lever
ITo remove the battery pack
Images are stored in the camera's internal
memory (approximately
11 MB).
To copy images from the internal
memory to a"Memory Stick Duo"
media, insert the "Memory Stick Duo"
media in the camera, touch
lmIm and
select [Copy] in [Memory Tool]
of.
(Manage Memory).
IWhen there is no "Memory
Stick Duo" media inserted
You can also use a"Memory Stick PRO Duo"
media or "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo"
media with the camera.
For details on the number
of images/time that
can be recorded, see pages 31, 34. Other types
of "Memory Stick" media or memory card are
not compatible with the camera.
"Memory Stick" media
You cannot use a"Memory Stick" media with
the camera.
I "Memory Stick" media that
you can use
"Memory Stick Duo" media
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ITo remove the "Memory
Stick Duo" media
@i1iii~-- Access lamp
Make sure that the access
lamp
is not lit, then push the
"Memory Stick Duo" media
in
once.
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•Never remove the "Memory Stick Duo"
media/battery pack when the access lamp
is
lit. This may cause damage to data in the
"Memory Stick Duo" media/internal
memory.
IChecking the remaining
battery charge
Aremaining charge indicator appears on
the upper left
of the LCD screen.
High Low
•It takes about one minute until the correct
remaining charge indicator appears.
•The remaining charge indicator may not be
correct under certain circumstances.
•If the NP-FDIbattery pack (sold separately)
is used, the minute display is also shown
after the remaining charge indicator.
•Battery capacity decreases over time and
through repeated use. When the operating
time per charge decreases markedly, the
battery pack needs to be replaced. Purchase a
new battery pack.
• If the camera is running on and you do not
operate the camera for about three minutes,
the camera turns off automatically (Auto
power-off function).

Setting the clock
1Lower the lens cover.
The camera is turned on.
•You can also turn on the camera by
pressing the ON/OFF (Power) button.
• It may take time for the power to turn
on and allow operation.
2Touch the desired date
display format, then
touch
8.
3Touch each item, then
touch ...
/"" to set its
numeric value.
•Midnight is indicated as 12:00 AM,
and noon as 12:00 PM.
4Touch [OK].
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ON/OFF (Power) button
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•The camera does not have afeature for superimposing dates on images. By using "PMB" in the
CD-ROM (supplied), you can print or save images with the date.
ISetting the date and time again
Touch lmIim --+ iii (Settings) --+ [Clock Settings] (page 50).
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AE/AF lock
SteadyShot
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Shutter button
(I,:: is displayed to indicate that
SteadyShot is working. When the
image is in focus, abeep sounds
and
the. indicator lights. The
shortest shooting distance is
approximately 8
cm (3 1/4
inches) (W)/50
cm (193/4
inches) (T) (from the lens).
Lens cover
3Press the shutter
button halfway down
to focus.
2Hold the camera steady Zoom (WfT) lever
as illustrated.
•Slide the zoom (W ff) lever to the
Tside to zoom.
Slide to the Wside to return.
1Make sure that the Mode
switch
is set to 0(Still
image) and lower the lens
cover.
Shooting images
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4Press the shutter
button fully down.
The image is shot.