Sony DSC-H2 User Manual

Digital Still CameraUser’s Guide/Troubleshooting2-673-166-11(1)© 2006 Sony CorporationDSC-H22-673-166-11(1)DSC-H22-673-166-11(1)Additional information

10Table of contentsRead this first ... 5Notes on using your c

100The image cannot be played back on a computer.• If you are using “Cyber-shot Viewer,” refer to the Help.• Consult the computer or software manufact

101TroubleshootingCannot record on a “Memory Stick Duo”.• You are using the “Memory Stick Duo” with the write-protect switch, and the switch is set to

102Cannot copy the data on the “Memory Stick Duo” or the computer to the internal memory.• Data on a “Memory Stick Duo” or a computer cannot be copied

103TroubleshootingCannot insert the date or print images in the index mode.• The printer does not provide these functions. Consult the printer manufac

104The camera becomes warm when you use it for a long time.• This is not a malfunction.The lens does not move when you turn off the camera.• The batte

Troubleshooting105Warning indicators and messagesIf a code starting with a letter of the alphabet appears, your camera has a self-diagnosis display. T

106Format error• Format the media again (pages 62, 63).Memory Stick locked• You are using the “Memory Stick Duo” with the write-protect switch, and th

107Troubleshooting (Vibration warning indicator)• Camera shake may occur due to insufficient light. Use the flash, turn on the anti-blur function, or

108OthersOn the “Memory Stick”A “Memory Stick” is a compact, portable IC recording medium. The types of “Memory Stick” that can be used with this came

109Others• Do not use or store the “Memory Stick Duo” under the following conditions:– High temperature locations such as the hot interior of a car pa

11Viewing menu...49 (Folder)- (Protect)DPOF (Print) (Slide) (Re

110On the battery charger and the batteriesx On the battery charger• Do not charge any other batteries except Sony Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries in t

111Othersup the batteries fully, and then recharging them should correct the problem.• If you recharge Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries before fully usi

112Precautionsx Do not leave the camera in the following places• In an extremely hot placeIn places such as in a car parked in the sun, the camera bod

113OthersCharging method of the internal rechargeable batteryInsert charged batteries in the camera, or connect the camera to a wall outlet (wall sock

114SpecificationsCamera[System]Image device 7.18 mm (1/2.5 type) color CCD, Primary color filterTotal pixel number of cameraApprox. 6 183 000 pixelsEf

115OthersBC-CS2A/CS2B Ni-MH battery chargerPower requirementsAC 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 3WOutput voltage AA: DC 1.4V 400 mA × 2AAA: DC 1.4 V 160 mA ×

116IndexIndexAA/V cable...91AC Adaptor...19t step 1 in “Read This First”Accessories suppliedt in “R

117IndexFile Number ...67File storage destination ...77Findert step 5 in “Read This First”Fine ...

118PictBridge ...86Pixel...16Playback zoomt step 6 in “Read This First”Portraitt step 5 i

119IndexWhite balance ...46Windows computer ...69Recommended environment ...70Write-protect switch ...

12Enjoying your Windows computer... 69Installing the software (supplied) ...

120Trademarks• is trademarks of Sony Corporation.• “Memory Stick”, , “Memory Stick PRO”, , “Memory Stick Duo”, , “Memory Stick PRO Duo”, , “MagicGat

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13Enjoying the cameraEnjoying the cameraBasic techniques for better imagesWhen you press the shutter button halfway down, the camera adjusts the focus

14You can create various images by adjusting the exposure and the ISO sensitivity. Exposure is the amount of light that the camera will receive when y

15Enjoying the cameraAdjusting the ISO sensitivityISO is unit of measurement (sensitivity), estimating how much light an image pickup device (equivale

16The apparent color of the subject is affected by the lighting conditions.Example: The color of an image affected by light sourcesThe color tones are

17Enjoying the cameraSelecting the image size for use (t step 4 in “Read This First”)The default settings are marked with .1)Images are recorded in t

18Identifying partsSee the pages in parentheses for details of operation.A POWER lamp (t step 2 in “Read This First”)B Mode dial (33)C /BRK button (41

19Enjoying the cameraK For shooting: Zoom (W/T) button(t step 5 in “Read This First”) For viewing: / (Playback zoom) button/ (Index) button (t step

2To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.WARNINGFor Customers in the U.S.A.This symbol is intended to alert the use

20Attaching the shoulder strap and the lens capAttaching the lens hoodWhen you shoot in bright lighting conditions, such as outdoors, we recommend tha

21Enjoying the cameraStoring the lens hoodThe lens hood can be attached in the reverse direction to store it with the camera when it is not in use.Pos

22Indicators on the screenSee the pages in parentheses for details of operation.When shooting still imagesWhen shooting moviesADisplay IndicationBatte

23Enjoying the cameraBCDisplay Indication Peaking High Peaking Low Peaking OffPeaking (40)Manual focus bar (40)zSet Flexible spot AF (39)Manual focus

24DEDisplay IndicationVibration warning (13)• Indicates vibration may prevent you from shooting clear images due to insufficient lighting. Even if the

25Enjoying the cameraWhen playing back still imagesWhen playing back moviesABBACK/NEXTVOLUME1234512345Display IndicationBattery remaining (t step 1 in

26CDEDisplay IndicationPictBridge connecting (87)Recording folder (63)• This does not appear when using internal memory.Playback folder (49)• This doe

27Enjoying the cameraChanging the screen displayEach time you press the (Screen display switch) button, the display changes as follows.• By pressing

28Number of still images and recording time of moviesThe tables show the approximate number of still images and the length of time for movies that can

29Enjoying the cameraWhen you do not have a “Memory Stick Duo” (Recording with the internal memory)The camera has 30 MB of internal memory. This memor

3IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDSFor your protection, please read these safety instructions completely before operating the appliance, and keep this manual for fu

30We recommend that you copy (back up) data without fail using one of the following methods.To copy (back up) data on a “Memory Stick Duo”Prepare a “M

31Enjoying the cameraBattery life and number of images that can be recorded/viewedThe tables show the approximate number of images that can be recorde

32Using the jog dialThe jog dial is used to change the setting values when shooting with the manual adjustment modes (shutter speed priority mode, ape

33Enjoying the cameraUsing the mode dialSet the mode dial to the desired function.Still image shooting modes: Auto AdjustmentAllows easy shooting with

34In this Operating Instructions, the available mode dial setting is shown as follows.Scene SelectionFor details t step 5 in “Read This First”For shoo

35Enjoying the cameraShooting with manual adjustmentThe camera automatically adjusts the focus and the exposure, however, you can manually adjust thes

36• You may not be able to change the aperture value and shutter speed combination depending on your shooting situations.• When the flash mode setting

37Enjoying the cameraYou can manually adjust the shutter speed and the aperture values.1 Select a shutter speed using the jog dial (page 32).2 Select

38You can change the focus method. Press the FOCUS button repeatedly when it is difficult to get the proper focus in auto focus mode.( : The default s

39Enjoying the camera• AF stands for Auto Focus.• When you are shooting movies, Multi point AF is recommended as the AF works even with a certain amou

4LightningFor added protection for this set during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it fro

40To set the manual focus1 Press the FOCUS button repeatedly to select 9.The manual focus bar appears.2 Set the bar to the desired distance with b/B o

41Enjoying the cameraContinuous shootingSelect a continuous shooting mode by pressing the /BRK button repeatedly.( : The default setting)On the Burst

42• When the battery level is low, or when the internal memory or “Memory Stick Duo” is full, the Burst stops.• The recording interval is approximatel

43Using the menuUsing the menuUsing menu items1 Recording: Turn on the camera, then set the mode dial.Playback: Press .Different items are available

44For details on the operation 1 page 43Menu itemsMenu for shooting (page 45)The menu items available vary depending on the mode dial position. Only t

45For details on the operation 1 page 43Using the menuShooting menuThe default settings are marked with .You can change the brightness of the image,

46For details on the operation 1 page 43Adjusts the color tones according to the lighting condition in a situation, for example, when the colors of an

47Using the menuFor details on the operation 1 page 43Selects a luminous sensitivity with units of ISO. The larger the number, the higher the sensitiv

48For details on the operation 1 page 43Selects the frame interval in the Multi Burst mode (page 41).Adjusts the amount of flash light.• The flash lev

49For details on the operation 1 page 43Using the menuViewing menuThe default settings are marked with .Selects the folder containing the image you w

5Read this firstRECYCLING NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE BATTERIESNickel Metal Hydride batteries are recyclable.You can help preserve our environment by returni

50For details on the operation 1 page 43Protects images against accidental erasure.To protect images in single-image mode1 Display the image you want

51Using the menuFor details on the operation 1 page 43To cancel the protectionIn single-image modePress z in step 3 or 4 of “To protect images in sing

52For details on the operation 1 page 43RepeatImage1 Select [Interval], [Repeat] and [Image] with v/V/b/B on the control button.2 Select [Start] with

53Using the menuFor details on the operation 1 page 43• For details on [Image Size] t step 4 in “Read This First”• You cannot change the size of movie

54For details on the operation 1 page 43Example: Cutting a movie numbered 101_0002This section describes an example of dividing a movie numbered 101_0

55Using the menuFor details on the operation 1 page 435 Press z at the desired cutting point.• When you want to adjust the cutting point, select [c/C]

56Using the Setup screenUsing Setup itemsYou can change the default settings using the Setup screen.1 Turn on the camera.2 Press MENU to display the m

57Using the Setup screenFor details on the operation 1 page 56 Camera 11The default settings are marked with .Selects the auto focus operation mode.O

58For details on the operation 1 page 56Image size and maximum zoom scale using Smart zoom• If you press the zoom button, the zoom scale is displayed.

59Using the Setup screenFor details on the operation 1 page 56The AF illuminator supplies fill light to focus more easily on a subject in dark surroun

6Note: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 limi

60For details on the operation 1 page 56 Camera 22The default settings are marked with .Expands the center of the screen double in manual focus mode.

61Using the Setup screenFor details on the operation 1 page 56Selects the anti-blur mode.• When shooting movies, [Continuous] is activated even if you

62For details on the operation 1 page 56 Internal Memory ToolThis item does not appear when a “Memory Stick Duo” is inserted in the camera.The default

63Using the Setup screenFor details on the operation 1 page 56 Memory Stick ToolThis item appears only when a “Memory Stick Duo” is inserted in the ca

64For details on the operation 1 page 56Changes the folder currently used for recording images.1 Select [OK] with v on the control button, then press

65Using the Setup screenFor details on the operation 1 page 56 Setup 11The default settings are marked with .Selects the brightness of the finder bac

66For details on the operation 1 page 56Initializes the setting to the default setting.1 Select [OK] with v on the control button, then press z.The me

67Using the Setup screenFor details on the operation 1 page 56 Setup 22The default settings are marked with .Selects the method used to assign file n

68For details on the operation 1 page 56Sets the video signal output according to the TV color system of the connected video equipment. Different coun

69Using your computerUsing your computerEnjoying your Windows computerFor details on using a Macintosh computer, refer to “Using your Macintosh comput

7Notes on using your cameraTypes of “Memory Stick” that can be used (not supplied)The IC recording medium used by this camera is a “Memory Stick Duo”.

70The following environment is recommended for a computer connected to the camera.Recommended environment for copying imagesOS (pre-installed): Micros

71Using your computerInstalling the software (supplied)You can install the software (supplied) using the following procedure.• When using Windows 2000

72Copying images to your computerThis section describes the process using a Windows computer as an example.You can copy images from the camera to your

73Using your computer• With Windows XP, the AutoPlay wizard appears on the desktop.“USB Mode Mass Storage” appears on the screen of the camera.When a

743 Click the check box of unwanted images to remove the checkmark so they are not copied, then click [Next].The “Picture Name and Destination” screen

75Using your computer1 Double-click [My Computer] t [Removable Disk] t [DCIM].• If the “Removable Disk” icon is not displayed, see page 99.2 Double-cl

76This section describes the procedure for viewing copied images in the “My Documents” folder.1 Click [Start] t [My Documents].The contents of the “My

77Using your computerThe image files recorded with your camera are grouped as folders on the “Memory Stick Duo”.Example: viewing folders on Windows XP

78Viewing image files stored on a computer with your camera (using a “Memory Stick Duo”)This section describes the process using a Windows computer as

79Using your computerUsing the “Cyber-shot Viewer” (supplied)You can use still images and movies from the camera more than ever by taking advantage of

8• Using the camera in sandy or dusty locations may cause malfunctions.• If moisture condensation occurs, remove it before using the camera (page 112)

803 Import the images.To start importing images, click the [Import] button.By default, images are imported into a folder created in “My Pictures” that

81Using your computerHour display screen• To list images from a particular year or month, click that period on the left of the screen.3 Displaying ind

82Preparing images stored on the computer for viewingTo view them, register the folder that contains the images as one of the “Viewed folders”. From t

83Using your computerUsing your Macintosh computerYou can copy images to your computer.• The supplied software is not compatible with Macintosh comput

84Perform the procedures listed below beforehand when:• Disconnecting the USB cable• Removing a “Memory Stick Duo”• Inserting a “Memory Stick Duo” int

85Printing still imagesPrinting still imagesHow to print still imagesWhen you print images shot in [16:9] mode, both edges may be cut off, so be sure

86Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printerEven if you do not have a computer, you can print images shot using your camera by conn

87Printing still images1 Connect the camera to the printer.2 Turn on your camera and the printer.After the connection is made, the indicator appears.T

88• When you choose [Date], the date will be inserted in the order you select (t step 2 in “Read This First”). This function may not be provided depen

89Printing still imagesPrinting at a shopYou can take a “Memory Stick Duo” containing images shot with your camera to a photo printing service shop. A

9For full use of the digital still cameraPrepare the camera and shoot images easily“Read This First” (separate volume)1 Prepare the batteries2 Turn th

901 Display the index screen (t step 6 in “Read This First”).2 Press MENU to display the menu.3 Select DPOF with b/B, then press z.4 Select [Select] w

91Connecting your camera to your TVConnecting your camera to your TVViewing images on a TV screenYou can view images on a TV screen by connecting the

92On TV color systemsIf you want to view images on a TV screen, you need a TV with a video input jack the A/V cable. The color system of the TV must m

Troubleshooting93TroubleshootingTroubleshootingIf you experience trouble with your camera, try the following solutions.Please understand that you give

94The battery remaining indicator is incorrect, or sufficient battery remaining indicator is displayed but the power runs out too quickly.• This pheno

95TroubleshootingYour camera cannot record images.• Check the free capacity of the internal memory or “Memory Stick Duo” (page 28). If it is full, do

96The flash does not work.• The flash is set to (Flash forced off) (t step 5 in “Read This First”).• You cannot use the flash when:– Multi Burst, Bu

97TroubleshootingNoise appears in the image when you view the screen in a dark place.• The camera is attempting to increase the visibility of the scre

98Color unevenness may appear during video playback.• This is not a malfunction. The recorded images are not affected.Images are not displayed on the

99TroubleshootingYour computer does not recognize your camera.• Turn on the camera (t step 2 in “Read This First”).• When the battery level is low, in