© 2009 Sony Corporation4-148-681-12(1)Digital Still CameraInstruction ManualDSC-TX1GBGetting startedShooting/viewing imagesUsing shooting functionsUsi
10GBGetting startedGetting startedChecking the accessories supplied• Battery charger BC-CSD (1)• Power cord (mains lead) (1)(not supplied in the USA a
11GBGetting startedIdentifying partsA Zoom (W/T) lever B Shutter button C MicrophoneD ON/OFF (Power) buttonE FlashF Self-timer lamp/Smile Shutter lamp
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 clock1Lower the lens cover.The camera is turned on.• You can also turn on the camera by pressing the ON/OFF (Power) but
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 images1Lower the lens cover.The camera is turned on.• To shoot movies, set (REC Mode) to
Shooting/viewing images19GBViewing imagesxTurning off the cameraClose the lens cover.• You can also turn off the camera by pressing the 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 Mode)This mode allows you to shoot still images using the minimum necessary functions.
21GBUsing shooting functionsDetecting the shooting conditions automatically (Scene Recognition)1Touch (REC Mode) t (Intelligent Auto Adjustment).2Po
22GBzShooting two images with different settings and selecting the one you likeTouch t (Scene Recognition) t [Advanced].When the camera recognizes
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.1Touch t (Face Detection) t des
27GBUsing shooting functionsDetecting smiles and shooting automatically (Smile Shutter)1Touch (Smile).2Wait detecting a smile.When the smile level ex
28GBFocusing on a specific point of the frameSimply touch the point of the frame you wish to focus on to change the focus position.1Point the camera a
29GBUsing shooting functionsSelecting the image size to match the usageThe image size determines the size of the image file that is recorded when you
3GB• Dispose of used battery packs promptly as described in the instructions.[ Battery chargerEven if the CHARGE lamp is not lit, the battery charger
30GBxNumber of still images that can be recorded(Units: Images)• The number of still images may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the reco
31GBUsing shooting functionsUsing the self-timerShooting close-ups (Macro)You can shoot beautiful close-up images of small subjects such as insects or
32GBUsing the Shooting mode that matches the scene (Scene Selection)1Touch (REC Mode) t (Scene Selection) t desired mode. (High Sensitivity): Shoots
33GBUsing shooting functions• The flash does not operate in some modes.Shooting movies• Depending on the surrounding temperature, the screen brightnes
34GBxImage sizeThe larger the image size, the higher the image quality. The higher the amount of data used per second (average bit rate), the smoother
35GBUsing viewing functionsUsing viewing functionsUsing the touch panelThe camera allows you to perform various operations by dragging on the LCD scre
36GBViewing an enlarged image (Playback Zoom)Displaying images full-screen (Wide Zoom)1Press the (Playback) button to display an image, then touch t
37GBUsing viewing functionsRotating a vertical orientation image (Temporarily rotated display)Searching for an image (Image Index)1Press the (Playba
38GBViewing still images with music (Slideshow)1Touch (Slideshow) t (Slideshow with music)2Select the desired setting item, then touch [Start].The sl
39GBDeleting imagesDeleting imagesDeleting imagesDeleting all images (Format)You can delete all data stored on “Memory Stick Duo” media or the interna
4GB[ 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
40GBConnecting to other devicesViewing images on a TV• The [Video Out] setting is set to [NTSC] mode at the factory to let you enjoy optimum movie ima
41GBConnecting to other devices• If the connection between the camera and printer is not established, disconnect the cable for multi-use terminal, tou
42GBUsing the camera with a computerxUsing “PMB (Picture Motion Browser)”You can enjoy the recorded images more than ever by taking advantage of the s
43GBConnecting to other devicesxStage 1: Installing the “PMB” (supplied)You can install the software (supplied) using the following procedure. When yo
44GBxStage 2: Importing images to your computer using “PMB”xStage 3: Viewing “PMB Guide”• Do not disconnect the cable for multi-use terminal from the
45GBConnecting to other devicesxUsing the camera with your Macintosh computerYou can copy images to your Macintosh computer. However, “PMB” is not com
46GBChanging camera settingsChanging the operation soundsSelects or turns off the sound produced when you operate the camera.1Touch t (Settings) t
47GBChanging camera settingsUsing the MENU itemsDisplays available functions for easy setting when the camera is in shooting or playback mode. Only th
48GBISO Selects a luminous sensitivity.(ISO AUTO/ISO125 to ISO3200)White Balance Adjusts color tones according to the surrounding light conditions.(
49GBChanging camera settingsxMENU in viewing mode* The displayed item differs according to each View Mode.Item Description (Easy Mode) Allows you view
5GBDisposal of waste batteries (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)This symbol on the batt
50GBUsing the (Settings) itemsYou can change the default settings of the camera. (Shooting Settings) are displayed only when settings have been ente
51GBChanging camera settings Main Settings Beep Selects or turns off the sound produced when you operate the camera.LCD Brightness Sets the brightness
52GBOthersList of icons displayed on the screenIcons are displayed on the screen to indicate the camera status. The displayed icon positions may diffe
53GBOthersCD Recording/Playback Media (“Memory Stick Duo” media, internal memory)100 MinRecordable time Zoom scaling Metering Mode Flash
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 is caused when you use the camera in an extremely hot or cold location.• A discrepancy arose be
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 ...
Printed in JapanPrinted on 70% or more recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink.Additional information on thi
7GBDeleting images ... 39Deleting images ...
8GBNotes on using the cameraChanging the language settingThe screen language can be changed if necessary. To change the language setting, touch , the
9GBOn image data compatibility• The camera conforms with DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) universal standard established by JEITA (Japan Elect
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