Sony DSC-WX1 User Manual Page 1

© 2009 Sony Corporation4-152-046-11(1)Digital Still CameraInstruction ManualDSC-WX1GBGetting startedShooting/viewing imagesUsing shooting functionsUsi

10GBGetting startedGetting startedChecking the accessories supplied• Battery charger BC-CSGD/BC-CSGE (1)• Power cord (mains lead) (1)(not supplied in

Getting started11GBIdentifying partsA Shutter button B (Burst/Bracket) buttonC FlashD MicrophoneE ON/OFF (Power) buttonF SpeakerG Self-timer lamp/Smi

12GBGetting startedCharging the battery pack1Insert the battery pack into the battery charger.• You can charge the battery even when it is partially c

13GBGetting startedxCharging time• The table above shows the time required to charge a fully depleted battery pack at a temperature of 25°C (77°F). Ch

14GBGetting startedInserting the battery pack/a “Memory Stick Duo” media (sold separately)1Open the cover.2Insert the “Memory Stick Duo” media (sold s

Getting started15GBx“Memory Stick” media that you can use“Memory Stick Duo” mediaYou can also use a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media or “Memory Stick PRO-

16GBGetting startedSetting the clock1Press the ON/OFF (Power) button.The camera is turned on.• It may take time for the power to turn on and allow ope

17GBGetting started• The camera does not have a feature for superimposing dates on images. By using “PMB” in the CD-ROM (supplied), you can print or s

18GBShooting/viewing imagesShooting/viewing imagesShooting images1Set the mode dial to (Intelligent Auto Adjustment), then press ON/OFF (Power) butt

Shooting/viewing images19GBViewing imagesxReturning to shooting imagesPress the shutter button halfway down.xTurning off the cameraPress ON/OFF (Power

2GBOwner’s RecordThe model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers

20GBUsing shooting functionsDisplaying minimum indicators (Easy Shooting)This mode allows you to shoot still images using the minimum necessary functi

21GBUsing shooting functionsDetecting the shooting conditions automatically (Scene Recognition)1Set the mode dial to (Intelligent Auto Adjustment).2

22GBzShooting two images with different settings and selecting the one you likePress the MENU button, then select (Scene Recognition) t (Advanced)

23GBUsing shooting functionsShooting panoramic images (Sweep Panorama)Shoots multiple images and allows you to create a panoramic image from composed

24GBxImage SizeThe image size determines the size of the image file that is recorded when you take a image.xNumber of still images that can be recorde

25GBUsing shooting functionsShooting with reduced blur (Anti Motion Blur) (Hand-held Twilight)A series of burst shots are taken, and image processing

26GBFocusing on the face of the subject (Face Detection)The camera detects the face of the subject and focuses on it. You can select which subject tak

27GBUsing shooting functionsDetecting smiles and shooting automatically (Smile Shutter)1Press (Smile) on the control button.2Wait detecting a smile.

28GBSelecting the image size to match the usageThe image size determines the size of the image file that is recorded when you take a image.The larger

29GBUsing shooting functionsxNumber of still images that can be recorded(Units: Images)• The number of still images may vary depending on the shooting

3GB• Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by Sony.• Dispose of used battery packs promptly as described in the instructions.[ Bat

30GBSelecting a flash mode• [On] and [Slow Synchro] are not available when the camera is in Intelligent Auto Adjustment mode.• You cannot use the flas

31GBUsing shooting functionsUsing the Shooting mode that matches the scene (Scene Selection)1Set the mode dial to (Scene Selection).A list of Scene

32GB• The flash does not operate in some modes.Note (High Sensitivity): Shoots images without a flash even in low lighting. (Soft Snap): Shoots images

33GBUsing shooting functionsShooting movies• The operating sound of the lens might be recorded while shooting a movie.xViewing movies1 Press the (Pl

34GBxMaximum recording timeThe table below shows the approximate maximum recording times. These are the total times for all movie files. Continuous sh

35GBUsing viewing functionsUsing viewing functionsViewing an enlarged image (Playback zoom)Searching for an image (Image Index)1Press the (Playback)

36GBViewing still images with music (Slideshow)1Press the (Playback) button to display a still image, then press the MENU button.2Select (Slideshow

37GBDeleting imagesDeleting imagesDeleting images1Press (Playback) button to display an image, then press (Delete) button.2Press v/V on the control

38GBDeleting all images (Format)You can delete all data stored on “Memory Stick Duo” media or the internal memory. If a “Memory Stick Duo” media is in

39GBConnecting to other devicesConnecting to other devicesViewing images on a TV• The [Video Out] setting is set to [NTSC] mode at the factory to let

4GB[ CAUTIONYou are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipm

40GB• If it was impossible to connect to the printer, be sure to set [USB Connect] under (Main Settings) to [PictBridge].• Panoramic images may not

41GBConnecting to other devicesUsing the camera with a computerxUsing “PMB (Picture Motion Browser)”You can enjoy the recorded images more than ever b

42GBxStage 1: Installing the “PMB” (supplied)You can install the software (supplied) using the following procedure. When you install “PMB,” “Music Tra

43GBConnecting to other devicesxStage 2: Importing images to your computer using “PMB”xStage 3: Viewing “PMB Guide”• Do not disconnect the cable for m

44GBxUsing the camera with your Macintosh computerYou can copy images to your Macintosh computer. However, “PMB” is not compatible. When images are ex

45GBChanging camera settingsChanging camera settingsChanging the operation soundsSelects or turns off the beep sound.1Press the MENU button.2Select (

46GBUsing the MENU itemsDisplays available functions for easy setting when the camera is in shooting or playback mode. Only the items that are availab

47GBChanging camera settingsEV Adjusts exposure manually.(–2.0EV to +2.0EV)ISO Selects a luminous sensitivity.(Auto/ISO 160 to ISO 3200)White Balance

48GBxMENU in viewing modeItem Description (Slideshow) Plays back images in succession.( Continuous Playback/ Slideshow with music) (View Mode) Switc

49GBChanging camera settingsUsing the (Settings) itemsYou can change the default settings. (Shooting Settings) are displayed only when settings have

5GBDisposal of waste batteries (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)This symbol on the batt

50GB (Main Settings) Beep Selects or turns off the sound produced when you operate the camera.Language Setting Selects the language to be used in menu

51GBOthersOthersList of icons displayed on the screenIcons are displayed on the screen to indicate the camera status.You can change the screen display

52GBBCPictBridge connectingProtectPrint order (DPOF)Playback zoomDisplay burst groupMain image in the burst groupDisplay IndicationzAE/AF lockISO400IS

53GBOthersDDisplay Indication Self-timerC:32:00Self-diagnosis displayDestinationOverheating warning Face Detection Burst/BracketDatabase file f

54GBLearning more about the camera (“Cyber-shot Handbook”)“Cyber-shot Handbook”, which explains how to use the camera in detail, is included on the CD

55GBOthersTroubleshootingIf you experience trouble with the camera, try the following solutions.On repairing cameras with internal memory or Music fil

56GBThe remaining charge indicator is incorrect.• This phenomenon occurs when you use the camera in an extremely hot or cold location.• A discrepancy

57GBOthersPrecautionsDo not use/store the camera in the following places• In an extremely hot, cold or humid placeIn places such as in a car parked in

58GBSpecificationsCamera[System]Image device: 7.59 mm (1/2.4 type) Exmor R CMOS SensorTotal pixel number of camera: Approx. 10.6 MegapixelsEffective p

59GBOthersTrademarks• The following marks are trademarks of Sony Corporation., “Cyber-shot,” “Memory Stick,” , “Memory Stick PRO,” , “Memory Stick Du

6GBTable of contentsNotes on using the camera...8Getting started ...

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7GBDeleting images ... 37Deleting images ...

8GBNotes on using the cameraChanging the language settingThe screen language can be changed if necessary. To change the language setting, press MENU b

9GBWarning on copyrightTelevision programs, films, videotapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be