Sony DSC-T10 Handbook

© 2006 Sony Corporation 2-698-135-11(1)Digital Still CameraCyber-shot HandbookDSC-T10Before operating the unit, please read this Handbook and “Instruc

10Identifying partsSee the pages in parentheses for details of operation.A (STEADY SHOT) button (21)B Shutter button (18)C POWER lampD POWER buttonE M

100TroubleshootingImages are not displayed correctly with “Picture Motion Browser”.• Make sure the folder of the images is registered in “Viewed folde

101TroubleshootingTroubleshootingCannot copy the data on the “Memory Stick Duo” or the computer to the internal memory.• Data on a “Memory Stick Duo”

102TroubleshootingCannot print images.• Check that the camera and the printer are properly connected using the cable for multi-use terminal.• Turn on

103TroubleshootingTroubleshootingThe lens gets fogged.• Moisture condensation has occurred. Turn off the camera and leave it for about an hour before

104Warning indicators and messagesIf a code starting with a letter of the alphabet appears, your camera has a self-diagnosis display. The last two dig

105TroubleshootingWarning indicators and messagesMemory Stick locked• You are using the “Memory Stick Duo” with the write-protect switch, and the swit

106Warning indicators and messagesEnable printer to connect• [USB Connect] is set to [PictBridge], however the camera is connected to a non-PictBridge

107OthersOthersTo use your camera abroad — Power sourcesYou can use your camera, the battery charger (supplied), and the AC-LS5K AC Adaptor (not suppl

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

109OthersOn the “Memory Stick”• Do not use or store the “Memory Stick Duo” under the following conditions:– High temperature locations such as the hot

11Identifying partsP Multi connector (bottom)When using an AC-LS5K AC Adaptor (not supplied)• You cannot charge the battery pack by connecting your ca

110On the “InfoLITHIUM” battery packThis camera requires an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (T type).What is an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack?An “InfoLITHIUM”

111OthersOn the battery chargerOn the battery charger• Do not charge any other battery pack except Sony “InfoLITHIUM” battery packs in the battery cha

112IndexIndexAAC Adaptor...11Adjusting EV...22AE/AF lock indicator ...36AF Illuminator...

113IndexIndexJJPG...77LLandscape mode ...25Language...62LCD Backlight

114IndexTV...66Twilight mode...25Twilight Portrait mode...25UUnderexposure...

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12Indicators on the screenSee the pages in parentheses for details of operation.When shooting still imagesWhen shooting moviesABDisplay IndicationBatt

13Indicators on the screenCDEDisplay IndicationImage size (23)• is displayed only when the Multi Burst is activated.FINE STD Image quality (40)Record

14Indicators on the screenWhen playing back still imagesWhen playing back moviesABDisplay IndicationBattery remainingRecording mode (18, 41)Image size

15Indicators on the screenCDEDisplay IndicationPictBridge connecting (88)Recording folder (59)• This does not appear when using internal memory.Playba

16Changing the screen displayEach time you press the (Screen display switch) button, the display changes as follows.• By pressing (Screen display

17Basic OperationsBasic OperationsUsing the internal memoryThe camera has approximately 56 MB of internal memory. This memory is not removable. Even w

18Shooting images easily (Auto adjustment mode)1 Select a mode with the mode switch.Still image (auto adjustment mode): Select .Movie: Select .2 Hol

19Basic OperationsShooting images easily (Auto adjustment mode)Movie: Press the shutter button fully down.To stop recording, press the shutter button

2Notes 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”.

20Shooting images easily (Auto adjustment mode)Flash (Selecting a flash mode for still images)Press v ( ) on the control button repeatedly until the d

21Basic OperationsShooting images easily (Auto adjustment mode)Using the self-timerPress V ( ) on the control button repeatedly until the desired mode

22Shooting images easily (Auto adjustment mode)EV (Adjusting the exposure manually)Press the (EV) button, then press v (Brighter)/V (Darker) to adju

23Basic OperationsShooting images easily (Auto adjustment mode)To change the image sizePress (Image Size), and then press v/V to select the size.For

24Shooting still images (Scene selection)1 Select with the mode switch.2 Press MENU.3 Select (Camera) with b on the control button, then select a

25Basic OperationsShooting still images (Scene selection)Scene Selection modesThe following modes are predetermined to match the scene conditions.* Th

26Shooting still images (Scene selection)Functions that cannot be combined with Scene SelectionFor shooting an image appropriately according to the sc

27Basic OperationsViewing/deleting images1 Select with the mode switch.2 Select an image with b/B on the control button.Movie: Press z to play back

28Viewing/deleting imagesViewing an index screenPress (Index) and select an image with v/V/b/B. To display the next (previous) index screen, press b

29Basic OperationsViewing/deleting imagesTo end the slide showPress either or select [Exit] with V during pause, then press z.• You cannot play back

3Table of contentsNotes on using your camera ...2Basic techniques for better images

30Using the menuUsing menu items1 Set the mode switch.Different items are available depending on the position of the mode switch and the (Camera) me

31For details on the operation 1 page 30Using the menuMenu itemsThe available menu items vary depending on the mode switch position. Only the availabl

32Menu items For details on the operation 1 page 30*Available only for playback zoom.Menu for viewing (page 45) (Folder) — — — —- (Protect) — — — —DPO

33For details on the operation 1 page 30Using the menuShooting menuThe default settings are marked with .Select the still image camera mode. (Camera)

34Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 30You can change the brightness of the image, accompanied by effects.• You can select only [B&

35Using the menuShooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 30You can change the focus method. Use the menu when it is difficult to get the prop

36Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 30• AF stands for Auto Focus.• Distance setting information in [Focus] is approximate. If you poin

37Using the menuShooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 30Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determ

38Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 30Adjusts the color tones according to the lighting condition in a situation, for example, when th

39Using the menuShooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 30• For details on the white balance, see page 8.• Under fluorescent lights that fli

4Table of contentsViewing menu ... 45 (Folder): Selecting the fo

40Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 30Selects the still image quality. (P.Quality): Selecting the still image qualityFine (FINE)Record

41Using the menuShooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 30Selects whether the camera performs continuous shooting or not when you press the

42Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 30• You cannot use the following functions in the Multi Burst mode:–Smart zoom–Flash– Dividing a s

43Using the menuShooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 30Records a series of three images with the exposure values automatically shifted.•

44Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 30Adjusts the contrast of the image.Adjusts the sharpness of the image.See page 53. (Contrast): Ad

45For details on the operation 1 page 30Using the menuViewing menuThe default settings are marked with .Selects the folder containing the image you w

46Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 303 Select [-] (Protect) with b/B on the control button, then press z.The image is protected and th

47Using the menuViewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 30To cancel protection of all images in the folderSelect [All In This Folder] in step

48Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 30• When set to [Simple], [Nostalgic], [Stylish] or [Active]:– Only still images are displayed.– Wh

49Using the menuViewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 30• You can record up to four pieces of music on the camera (The four preset pieces (

5Table of contentsEnjoying your Windows computer ...68Installing the software (supplied)...

50Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 30Rotates a still image.1 Display the image to be rotated.2 Press MENU to display the menu.3 Select

51Using the menuViewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 30Example: Cutting a movie numbered 101_0002This section describes an example of divi

52Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 305 Press z at the desired cutting point.• When you want to adjust the cutting point, select [c/C]

53Using the Setup screenUsing the Setup screenUsing Setup itemsYou can change the default settings using the Setup screen.1 Press MENU to display the

54For details on the operation 1 page 53 Camera 11The default settings are marked with .Selects the auto focus operation mode.Selects the digital zoo

55Using the Setup screenCamera 1 For details on the operation 1 page 53• When you press the zoom button, the zoom scaling indicator appears as follows

56Camera 1 For details on the operation 1 page 53The AF illuminator supplies fill light to focus more easily on a subject in dark surroundings.The AF

57For details on the operation 1 page 53Using the Setup screen Camera 22The default settings are marked with .Selects the anti-blur mode.• When shoot

58For details on the operation 1 page 53 Internal Memory ToolThis item does not appear when a “Memory Stick Duo” is inserted in the camera.Formats the

59For details on the operation 1 page 53Using the Setup screen Memory Stick ToolThis item appears only when a “Memory Stick Duo” is inserted in the ca

6Basic techniques for better imagesWhen you press the shutter button halfway down, the camera adjusts the focus automatically (Auto Focus). Remember t

60Memory Stick Tool For details on the operation 1 page 53Changes the folder currently used for recording images.1 Select [OK] with v on the control b

61Using the Setup screenMemory Stick Tool For details on the operation 1 page 53Copies all images in the internal memory to a “Memory Stick Duo”.1 Ins

62For details on the operation 1 page 53 Setup 11The default settings are marked with .Downloads the music to be played for the Slide Show.See pages

63Using the Setup screenSetup 1 For details on the operation 1 page 53Initializes the setting to the default setting.1 Select [OK] with v on the contr

64For details on the operation 1 page 53 Setup 22The default settings are marked with .Selects the method used to assign file numbers to images.Selec

65Using the Setup screenSetup 2 For details on the operation 1 page 53Sets the video signal output according to the TV color system of the connected v

66Viewing images on a TV screenViewing images on a TV screenYou can view images on a TV screen by connecting the camera to a TV.Turn off both your cam

67Viewing images on a TV screenViewing images on a TV screenOn TV color systemsIf you want to view images on a TV screen, you need a TV with a video i

68Using your computerEnjoying your Windows computerFor details on using a Macintosh computer, refer to “Using your Macintosh computer” (page 84).This

69Using your computerEnjoying your Windows computerThe following environment is recommended for a computer connected to the camera.Recommended environ

7Basic techniques for better imagesYou can create various images by adjusting the exposure and the ISO sensitivity. Exposure is the amount of light th

70Installing the software (supplied)You can install the software (supplied) using the following procedure.• When using Windows 2000/Me, do not connect

71Using your computerCopying images to your computerThis section describes the process using a Windows computer as an example.You can copy images from

72Copying images to your computer1 Connect the camera to your computer.2 Set the switch on the cable for multi-use terminal to “CAMERA”.• With Windows

73Using your computerCopying images to your computer1 After making a USB connection in Stage 2, click [Copy pictures to a folder on my computer using

74Copying images to your computer5 Click the radio button next to [Nothing. I’m finished working with these pictures] to select it, then click [Next].

75Using your computerCopying images to your computer3 Double-click the [My Documents] folder. Then, right-click on the “My Documents” window to displa

76Copying images to your computerPerform the procedures listed below beforehand when:• Disconnecting the cable for multi-use terminal• Removing a “Mem

77Using your computerCopying images to your computer• Image files are named as follows. ssss stands for any number within the range from 0001 to 9999.

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 “Picture Motion Browser” (supplied)You can use still images and movies from the camera more than ever by taking advanta

8Basic techniques for better imagesThe apparent color of the subject is affected by the lighting conditions.Example: The color of an image affected by

80Using the “Picture Motion Browser” (supplied)3 Import the images.To start importing images, click the [Import] button.By default, images are importe

81Using your computerUsing the “Picture Motion Browser” (supplied)Hour display screen• To list images from a particular year or month, click that peri

82Using the “Picture Motion Browser” (supplied)Preparing images stored on the computer for viewingTo view them, register the folder that contains the

83Using your computerUsing the “Music Transfer” (supplied)You can change the Music files that are preset at the factory with desired Music files using

84Using your Macintosh computerYou can copy images to your Macintosh computer.• “Picture Motion Browser” is not compatible with Macintosh computers.Th

85Using your computerUsing your Macintosh computer4 View images on the computer.Double-click the hard disk icon t the desired image file in the folder

86Printing still imagesHow to print still imagesWhen you print images shot in [16:9] mode, both edges may be cut off, so be sure to check before print

87Printing still imagesPrinting images directly using a PictBridge compliant printerEven if you do not have a computer, you can print images shot usin

88Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer1 Connect the camera to the printer.2 Set the switch on the cable for multi-use termina

89Printing still imagesPrinting images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer[This image]Prints a displayed image.• If you select [This image]

9Basic techniques for better imagesA digital image is made up of a collection of small dots called pixels.If it contains a large number of pixels, the

90Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer[Select]Selects images and prints all the selected images.Select the image you want to

91Printing still imagesPrinting at a shopYou can take a “Memory Stick Duo” containing images shot with your camera to a photo printing service shop. A

92Printing at a shop1 Display the index screen (page 28).2 Press MENU to display the menu.3 Select DPOF with b/B, then press z.4 Select [Select] with

93TroubleshootingTroubleshootingTroubleshootingIf you experience trouble with your camera, try the following solutions.Please understand that you give

94TroubleshootingThe battery pack cannot be installed.• Install the battery pack correctly using the tip of the battery pack to push the battery eject

95TroubleshootingTroubleshootingAnti-blur function does not work.• The anti-blur function does not work when appears on the display.• The anti-blur

96TroubleshootingThe close-up shoot function (Macro/Magnifying Glass) does not work.• (Twilight mode), (Landscape mode) or (Fireworks mode) is se

97TroubleshootingTroubleshootingCannot shoot images in succession.• The internal memory or “Memory Stick Duo” is full. Delete unnecessary images (page

98TroubleshootingThe resizing function does not work.• You cannot resize movies and Multi Burst images.You cannot cut a movie.• The movie is not long

99TroubleshootingTroubleshootingThe “Removable disk” icon does not appear on the computer screen when you connect your computer to the camera.• Follow