Sony DSC-W310 User manual

DSC-W310
GB Digital Still Camera/Instruction Manual
ES Camara fotografia digital/Manual de instrucciones
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© 2010 Sony Corporation

Owner's Record
Tile model and serial numbers arc located on the bottom. Record tile serial nulnber in tile
space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer
regarding this product.
Model No. DSC-W310
Serial No.
To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or
moisture.
iMPORTANTSAFETY
iNSTRUCTIONS
=SAVETHESEiNSTRUCTIONS
DANGER
TOREDUCETHERISKOFFiREOR
ELECTRICSHOCK,CAREFULLYFOLLOW
THESEiNSTRUCTiONS
If the shape' of tilt' plug does not fit the power outlet, list. an attachmc.nt plug adaptor of tilt'
proper configuration for tile power outlet.
Battery pack
If tilt' baltery pack is lnishandled, tilt. batlc.ry pack can bursl, cause a fire or c\c.n chemical
burns. Obsel-x e the following cautions.
• Do not disassemble.
• Do not crush and do not expose the battery pack to any shock or force such as
halnlnering, dropping or stepping oil it.
• Do not short circuit and do not allow metal ot_iects to come into contact with tile battery
terminals.
• Do not expose to high telnperatum above 60°C (140°F) such as in direct sunlight or in a
6B car parked in Ihe sun.
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•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 childr<.n.
• 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.
Battery charger
Even if the' UHARGE lamp is not lit. the battery charger is not disconm:cted fron/the A(
power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket). If some
trouble occurs while using the battery charger, immediately shut off the power by
disconnecting the plug from the wall outlet (wall socket).
RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES
Lithium-Ion hatt_'ries ar_' recyclahle.
You can help preserve our environment by returning your used
rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest
you.
For more infommtion regarding r_.cycling of rechargeable batteries.
call toll tl-ce
1-800_822-8837. or visit http://www.rbrc.org/
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium-Ion batteries.
Battery pack
This device complk's with Part 15 of tilt' F(-T _Ruk's. Opt.ration is suh.ject to the following
two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interf<.mnce received, inchlding interf<.mnce that may cause undesired operation.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian I(7ES-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 (-_ustomer Information (Tenter
1-800-222-SONY (7669)
The number below is for the F((7 related matters only.
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Regulatory Information
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: DS(-W310
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Addrcss:16530 Via Esprillo.
San Diego, (A 92127 U.S.A.
Telephone No.: 858-942-2230
This device complies with Partl 5of the PCC Rules. Operation is subject to tile
l\Hlowing 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.
CAUTION
You arc cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual
could void your authority to operate this equipment.
Note:
This equipment hus been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of tile 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 lYequency
energy and. if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However. them is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interl\.rence to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on. the user is encouraged to try to correct tile interference by one or
more of the lkHIowing measures:
Reorient or relocate tile receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between tile equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different l¥om that to which the
receiver is connected.
(onsult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician lkw help.
Tile supplied interface cable must be used with tile equipment in order to comply with the
limits l\w a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of P(C Rules.
Notice for the customers in the countries applying EU Directives
The manulacturcr of this product is Sony Corporation. 1_7-1 Konan Minato_ku Tokyo.
108_0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EM( and product safety is Sony
Deutschland GmbH. Hedelfinger Strasse 61.7(1327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or
guarantee matters please refer to tile addresses given in separate service or guarantee
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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
Tile electromagnetic fields at the specific lbcqucncics may intlucncc the picture and sound
of this unit.
Notice
If static electricity or electromagnetism causes duta transl\,r to discontinue midway (fail),
restart tile 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 tile product or on its packaging indicates that this product
shall not be tleated as housellold wasle. Instead it shall be banded oxer Io
Ihe 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 tile environment and hulnan
health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling
of this product. Tile recycling of materials will help to consel-x e natural
resources. For more detailed inl\mnation about recycling of this product,
please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop
where you purchased tile product.
Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in the European Union
and other European countries with separate collection systems)
This symbol on tile battery or on tile packaging indicates that the battery
pro; ided with Ibis product shall not be Ireated as llousehold waste.
On cel-lain batteries this symbol might be used in combination with a
chemical symboh The chemical symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead (Pb) are
added if the baltery contains more than 0.00059i mercury or 0.0049i lead.
By ensuring these batteries ale disposed of correctly, you will help plevent
potentially negative consequences l\_r tile environment and human health which could
otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of the battery. Tile recycling of tile
materials will help to conserve natural lesources.
In case of products that l\)r safety, performance or data integrity reasons requite 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 tile 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 tile
product safely.
Hand the battery over to tile applicable collection point for tile recycling of waste batteries.
For more detailed inl\mnation about recycling of this product or battery, please contact
your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop whele you
purchased tile 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 tile same rating as the
supplied one and approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362, (i.e.. marked with an @ or
inark) must be used.
If tile plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the
fuse cover alter you change the fuse. Never use tile plug without tile fuse cover. If you
should lose tile fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station.
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Table of contents
"Cyber-shot Handbook" (PDF)
Learning more about the camera ("Cyber-shot
Handbook") .............................................................................. 21
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Refer to "Cyber-shot Handbook" (PDF)
on supplied CD-ROM
For details on advanced operations, please read "Cyber-
shot Handbook" (PDF) on the CD-ROM (supplied) using a
computer.
Refer to "Cyber-shot Handbook" for in-depth instructions
on shooting or viewing images and connecting the camera
to your computer, printer or TV (page 21 ).
Checking the accessories supplied
Battery charger BC-CSN/BC-CSNB (1)
Power cord (mains lead) (not supplied in the USA and Canada) (l)
Rechargeable battery pack NP-BN 1 (1)
Dedicated USB cable (1) (Sony Corporation 1-837-597-)
Dedicated A/V cable (1) (Sony Corporation 1-837-778-)
Wrist strap (1)
CD-ROM (1)
Cyber-shot application soflware
"Cyber-shot Handbook"
• Instruction Manual (this manual) (1)
Notes on using the camera
Changing the language setting
The screen language can be changed if necessary.
To change the language setting, press the MENU buttom then select
"_ (Sellings) -..*- fir (Main Settings) -..*- [Language Setting].
Internal memory and memory card back up
Do not turn oil' the camera, remove" the batlery p_ck, or remove the memory
card while the access lamp is lit. Olherwise, the inlernal memory dala or the
memory card may be damaged. Be sure to make a backup copy to protect your
data.
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Notes on recording/playback
• To ensure stable operations of the memory card, _c recommend that you use
this camera to lk)rmat any memory card being used with this camera for the
first time. Note that formatting will erase all data recorded on the memory
card. This data cannot be restored. Be sure to back-up any important data to a
PC or other storage location.
• 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. Read
"Precautions" (page 25) before operating the camera.
• 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.
• Do not use the camera near a location 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.
• 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.
• 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 and lens
• The LCD screen is manufactured using extremely high-precision technology
st) over 99.99% of the pixels arc operational for effective use. However,
some tiny black and/or bright dots (white, red, blue or green) may appear on
the LCD scrcen. These dots are a normal result of the manufacturing process,
and do not affect the recording.
• When the battery level becomes low, the lens might stop moving. Insert a
charged battery pack and turn on the camera again.
On camera's temperature
Your camera and battery may get warm due to continuous use, but it is not a
malfunction.
On the overheat protection
Depending on the camera and battery temperature, the power may turn off
automatically to protect the camera. A message will be displayed on the LCD
screen before the power turns off.
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On image data compatibility
• The camera conforms with DCF (Design rule for Camera File system)
universal standard established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and hfformation
Technology Industries Association).
• Sony does not guarantee that the camera will play back images recorded or
edited with other equipment, or that other equipment will play back images
recorded with the camera.
Warning on copyright
Television programs, fihns, x.ideotapes, 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 rccord or loss or damage of recorded
content due to a malfunction of the camera or recording media, etc.
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Identifying parts
-% [] ON/OFF (Power) button
[] Shutter button
[] Flash
[] Microphone
[] ON/OFF (Power) lamp
[] Self-timer lamp/Smile Shutter
lamp
[] Speaker
[] Lens
[] LCD screen
[] [_] (Playback) button
[] For shooting: W/T (zoom)
button
For viewing: _ (Playback
zoom) button/[_ (Index) button
[] .4_ (USB)/A/V OUT .jack
[] Terminal cover
[] Hook for wrist strap
[] Mode switch
[] _ (Delete)button
[] MENU button
[] Control button
MENU on: AITI4/_/O
MENU ()IT:DISP/_'_) 1@1_
[] 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 occllr.
[] Battery/Memory card cover
[] Battery insertion slot
[] Access lamp
[] Memory card slot
[] Battery eject lever
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Charging the battery pack
Insert the battery pack into
the battery charger.
• You can charge the baltery even when
it is partially charged.
_ Battery
pack
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
Pluc
CHARGE lamp
For customers in countries/regions
other than the USA and Canada
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3When charging is finished, disconnect the battery
charger.

_Charging time
•The table above shows the time required to charge a lhlly depleted battery pack at
a temperature of 25°C (77°F). Charging may take longer depending on conditions
o_"use alld circumstances.
• Connect the battery charger to the nearest wall outlet (wall socket).
• When charging is finished, disconnect tile power cord (mains lead) from the wall
outlet (wall socket), and remove the battery pack from tile battery charger.
• Be sure to use the battery pack or tile battery charger of the gelmine Sony brand.
_Battery life and number of images you can record/
view
Recording Approx. 110 / Approx. 220
Viewing Approx. 220 lApprox. 4400
I_FI_J
• The nmnber of still images that can be recorded is based on the C1PA standard,
and is lor shooting under the following conditions.
(CIPA: Camera & hnaging Products Association)
[SteadyShot] is set to [Off].
- D1SP (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.
A fi/lly charged battery pack (supplied) is used at an ambient temperature of
25°C (77°F).
Using Sony "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (sold separately).
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Inserting the battery pack/a memory card
(sold separately)
1Open the cover. ®
2Insert a memory card (sold
separately).
With the notched corner down as
illustrated, insert the memory card
until it clicks into place.
Note the notched corner
facing the correct direction
3Insert the battery pack.
Align the battery pack with the
guide arrow inside the battery
insertion slot. Then, insert the
battery pack until the battery eject
lever locks into place.
Battery eject lever
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4Close the cover.
• Clesing the cover with the battery
inserted incorrectly may damage the
camera. ®
Memory card that you can use
The follm_ing mcmory cards arc compatible with this camera: "Memory Stick
PRO Due" media, "Memory Stick PRO-HG Due" media, "Memory Stick
Duo" media, SD memory card and SDHC memory card. MultiMediaCard
cannot be used.
In this manual, the term "Memory Stick Duo" media is used te refer to
"Memory Stick PRO Duo" media, "Memory Stick PRO-HG Due" media and
"Memory Stick Due" media.
When recording movies, it is recommended that you use the follewing
menlory cards:
MEMORY5TIERPR8 DUO ("Memory Stick PRO Due" media)
MEMllRYSTI[RPRD-HG D011("Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media)
SD memory card or SDHC memory card (Class 2 or faster)
For details on the number of images!lime that can be recorded, see page 24.
To remove the memory card
Access lamp Make sure that the access lmnp is not lit,
then push the memory card in once.
m
• Never remove the memory card/battery pack w1]ellthe access lamp is lit. This may
cause damage to data ill the memory card/internal memory.
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When there is no memory card inserted
hnages arc stored in the camera's internal memory (approxinmtely 6 MB).
To copy images from the internal memory to a memory car& insert a memory
card in the camera_ then select MENU -....+_ (Settings) -....+I (Memory
Card Tool) _ [Copy].
To remove the battery pack
Slide thc battery eject lever. Be sure not
Battery eject lever to drop the battery pack.
Checking the remaining battery time
A remaining-charge indicator appears on the LCD screen.
High _ _ _ _ _ Low
II_i_.
• It takes about one minute until the correct remaining=charge indicator appears.
• The remaining=charge indicator may not be correct tinder certain circumstances.
• When [Power Save] is set to [Standard] or [Stamina], if you do not operate the
camera fk_ra certain period of time while the power is on, the LCD screen becomes
dark, then the camera turns off automatically (Auto power-off function).
• To keep clean battery pack terminal and prevent short=circuiting, place the battery
pack in a plastic bag, etc. when carrying and storing to isolate it from other metal
objects, etc.
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Setting the clock
Press the ON/OFF (Power)
button.
The camera is turned on.
• It may take time for the power to
turn on and allow operation.
2Select a setting item with
A/T on the control button,
then press O.
Date & Time Format: Selects the
dale and time display fomlal.
Date &Time: Setsthedateand time.
ON/OFF (Power) button
3Set the numeric value with A/V/_I/I_, then press O.
• Midnight is indicated as 12:00 AM, and noon as 12:00 PM.
4Select [OK], then press O.
Setting the date and time again
Press the MENU button, then select _ (Settings) -"'+ O (Clock Settings).
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Shooting still images
Set the mode switch to
(Still Image), then
press ON/OFF (Power)
button.
ON/OFF (Power) button
2Hold the camera steady as
illustrated.
• Press the T button to zoom in, W button to
ZOO111 out.
3Press the shutter
button halfway down
to focus.
When the image is in lk)cus, a
beep sounds and the •
indicator lights.
Shutter
button
AE/AF
lock
4Press the shutter button
fully down.
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Shooting movies
1Set the mode switch to
H (Movie), then press
ON/OFF (Power) button.
ON/OFF (Power) button
Mode switch
2 Press the shutter button
fully down to start
recording.
3Press the shutter button fully down again to stop
recording.
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Viewing images
1Press the _ (Playback)
button.
The last image shot is displayed.
(Playback) button
Selecting next/previous
image
Select an image vdth I_ (ncxt)/'_l
(previous) on the centrel button.
• Press • in the center of the control
button te view movies.
Deleting an image
@ Press _ (Delete) buttorJ.
@ Select [This hnage] with • on the
centrel butten, then press •.
Returning to shooting images
Press the shutter button halfway down.
Turning off the camera
Press ON/OFF (Pewcr) button.
Control button
(Delete)
button
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