Sony DSC-T100 User Manual

© 2007 Sony Corporation 2-319-287-11(1)Digital Still CameraCyber-shot HandbookDSC-T100Before operating the unit, please read this Handbook, “Instructi

10Basic 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, th

100TroubleshootingNoise appears in the image when you view the screen in a dark place.• The camera is attempting to increase the visibility of the scr

101TroubleshootingTroubleshootingYour camera cannot delete an image.• Cancel the protection (page 53).• You are using the “Memory Stick Duo” with the

102TroubleshootingThe “Removable disk” icon does not appear on the computer screen when you connect your computer to the camera.• Follow the procedure

103TroubleshootingTroubleshootingImages are not displayed correctly with “Picture Motion Browser”.• Make sure the folder of the images is registered i

104TroubleshootingCannot play back or record images using the internal memory.• There is a “Memory Stick Duo” inserted in the camera. Remove it.Cannot

105TroubleshootingTroubleshootingA connection cannot be established.• The camera cannot be connected directly to a printer that is not compliant with

106TroubleshootingCannot print the image at the size selected.• Disconnect the cable for multi-use terminal and reconnect it whenever you change the p

107TroubleshootingWarning indicators and messagesIf a code starting with a letter of the alphabet appears, your camera has a self-diagnosis display. T

108Warning indicators and messagesMemory Stick formatting errorInternal memory formatting error• Format the media again (pages 59 and 57).Memory Stick

109TroubleshootingWarning indicators and messagesMacro is invalid• You have selected a setting that is not available for shooting in Macro mode (page

11Basic techniques for better images• The larger the image size, the higher the image quality.• The more frames per second you played back, the smooth

110OthersTo use your camera abroad — Power sourcesYou can use your camera, the battery charger (supplied), and the AC-LS5K AC Adaptor (not supplied) i

111OthersOn 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

112On the “Memory Stick”• Do not use or store the “Memory Stick Duo” under the following conditions:– High temperature locations such as the hot inter

113OthersOn the battery packOn charging the battery packWe recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C (50°F

114On the battery chargerOn the battery charger• Do not charge any other battery pack other than the NP-BG type battery packs (supplied) in the batter

115IndexIndexIndexAAdjusting EV ...39AE/AF lock indicator...42AF Illuminator ...63AF lock ...

116IndexLLandscape mode...33Language Setting... 67LCD Screen ...18MMacintosh computer...

117IndexIndexVivid...38Volume...24WWarning indicators and messages...

118IndexNotes on the License“C Library,” “Expat,” and “zlib” software are provided in your camera. We provide this software based on license agreement

Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website.

12Identifying partsSee the pages in parentheses for details of operation.A Shutter button (20)B MicrophoneC Flash (21)D AF illuminator (63)/Self-timer

13Identifying partsO Multi connector (bottom)Used in the following situations:• Making a USB connection between the camera and the computer.• Making a

14Indicators on the screenEach time you press v (DISP) button, the display changes (page 18).See the pages in parentheses for details of operation.Whe

15Indicators on the screenBCDDisplay Indication1.0m Focus preset distance (41)z AE/AF lock (20)StandbyRECStandby/Recording a movieISO400 ISO number (3

16Indicators on the screenWhen playing back still imagesWhen playing back moviesABDisplay IndicationBattery remaining Image size (35)- Protect (

17Indicators on the screenCDisplay Indication Playback MediaPlayback folder (54)• This does not appear when using internal memory.8/8 12/12 Image num

18Changing the screen displayEach time you press the v (DISP) button, the display changes as follows.• If you view images in bright outside light, adj

19Using the internal memoryThe camera has approximately 31 MB of internal memory. This memory is not removable. Even when there is no “Memory Stick Du

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”.

20Basic OperationsShooting images easily (Auto adjustment mode)1 Slide the lens cover downward.2 Hold the camera steady, keeping your arm at your side

21Basic OperationsShooting images easily (Auto adjustment mode)Shooting moviesPress HOME button and select (Shooting) and then select [ Movie Mode]

22Shooting images easily (Auto adjustment mode)Macro/Close Focus (Shooting close-up)Press b ( ) on the control button repeatedly until the desired mod

23Basic OperationsShooting images easily (Auto adjustment mode)Using the self-timerPress V ( ) on the control button repeatedly until the desired mode

24Viewing images1 Press the (Playback) button.If you press (Playback) when the camera is powered off, the camera is turned on automatically and se

25Basic OperationsViewing images Viewing an index screenPress (Index) to display the index screen while a still image is displayed.Select an image w

26Deleting images1 Press the (Playback) button.2 Press MENU while a still image is displayed.3 Select [ Delete] with v on the control button.4 Sele

27Basic OperationsDeleting imagesWhen you select [Multiple Images]Selects and deletes multiple images at once.1 Select the images you want to delete,

28Learning the various functions – HOME/MenuThe HOME screen is the basic screen used for accessing the various functions you can access the HOME scree

29Basic OperationsLearning the various functions – HOME/MenuPressing the HOME button displays the following items. Details on the items are displayed

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

30Learning the various functions – HOME/Menu1 Press MENU to display the menu.• The menu can be displayed only when the camera is in shooting mode or p

31Basic OperationsMenu itemsThe available menu items vary depending on the camera mode.The shooting menu is available only in the shooting mode, and t

32Using functions for shootingSwitching the shooting modeYou can switch the shooting mode on the HOME screen.Shooting modes:There are three shooting m

33Using functions for shootingShooting images using Scene SelectionScene Selection modesThe following modes are predetermined to match the scene condi

34Shooting images using Scene SelectionFunctions that cannot be combined with Scene SelectionFor shooting an image appropriately according to the scen

35For details on the operation 1 page 30Using functions for shootingShooting menuThe functions in shooting mode using the MENU button are described be

36Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 30Selects whether to use the Face Detect function or not.• Available only for [Soft Snap] when you

37Using functions for shootingShooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 30Selects whether the camera performs continuous shooting or not when

38Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 30You can change the brightness of the image, accompanied by effects.• You can select only [Normal

39Using functions for shootingShooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 30Selects a luminous sensitivity with units of ISO. The larger the num

4Table of contentsPlaying back images from the HOME screen... 46 (Single Image): Playing back a single image (Index Display)

40Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 30Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the exposu

41Using functions for shootingShooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 30You can change the focus method. Use the menu when it is difficult t

42Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 30• AF stands for Auto Focus.• Distance setting information in [Focus preset] is approximate. If y

43Using functions for shootingShooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 30Adjusts the color tones according to the lighting condition in a sit

44Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 30• For details on the white balance, see page 9.• Under fluorescent lights that flicker, the whit

45Using functions for shootingShooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 30The flash strobes two or more times before shooting to reduce the re

46Using functions for viewingPlaying back images from the HOME screenYou can playback images using the HOME screen.1 Press HOME.2 Select (View Image

47Using functions for viewingPlaying back images from the HOME screenTo end the slide showSelect [Exit] with v/V while the slide show is paused, then

48Playing back images from the HOME screenz To add /change Music filesYou can transfer a desired music file from your CDs or MP3 files to the camera t

49For details on the operation 1 page 30Using functions for viewingViewing menuThis section explains the menu items available when you press the MENU

5Table of contents Language Setting ...67Viewing images on a TV...

50Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 30 (Partial Color)Surround a chosen point in monochrome1 Set the center point of the desired image

51Using functions for viewingViewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 30When you select [Trimming]• The image size that you can trim may vary

52Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 30Protects images against accidental erasure.To protect an image1 Display the image you want to pro

53Using functions for viewingViewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 30To cancel the protectionSelect the image for which you want to cancel

54Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 30Selects the folder containing the image you want to play back when using the camera with “Memory

55Customizing the settingsCustomizing the settingsCustomizing the Manage Memory feature and the SettingsYou can change the default settings using (M

56Customizing the Manage Memory feature and the SettingsFor details on the operation 1 page 555 Select the desired setting with v/V, then press z.To c

57For details on the operation 1 page 55Customizing the settings Manage Memory Memory Tool – Memory Stick ToolThis item appears only when a “Memory St

58Manage Memory For details on the operation 1 page 55Changes the folder currently used for recording images.1 Select [Change REC.Folder] with v/V/b/B

59Customizing the settingsManage Memory For details on the operation 1 page 55 Memory Tool – Internal Memory ToolThis item does not appear when a “Mem

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60For details on the operation 1 page 55 Settings Main Settings – Main Settings 1The default settings are marked with .Selects the sound produced whe

61Customizing the settingsSettings For details on the operation 1 page 55 Main Settings – Main Settings 2The default settings are marked with .Select

62Settings For details on the operation 1 page 55Sets the video signal output according to the TV color system of the connected video equipment. Diffe

63Customizing the settingsSettings For details on the operation 1 page 55 Shooting Settings – Shooting Settings 1The default settings are marked with

64Settings For details on the operation 1 page 55Selects the auto focus operation mode.• When [Face Detection] is set to [On], [AF Mode] does not work

65Customizing the settingsSettings For details on the operation 1 page 55 Shooting Settings – Shooting Settings 2The default settings are marked with

66Settings For details on the operation 1 page 55 Clock SettingsSets the date and time.1 Press HOME and select [ Clock Settings] from (Settings) on

67Customizing the settingsSettings For details on the operation 1 page 55 Language SettingSelects the language to be used to display the menu items, w

68Viewing images on a TVViewing images on a TVYou can view images on a TV screen by connecting the camera to a TV.The connection varies according to t

69Viewing images on a TVViewing images on a TVYou can view images by connecting the camera to an HD (High Definition) TV with the component cable (not

7Basic techniques for better imagesWhen you press the shutter button halfway down, the camera adjusts the focus automatically (Auto Focus). Remember t

70Viewing images on a TV• Set [COMPONENT] to [HD(1080i)] in [ Main Settings 2] by selecting (Settings) on the HOME screen (page 61).• When using yo

71Using your computerUsing your computerEnjoying your Windows computerFor details on using a Macintosh computer, refer to “Using your Macintosh comput

72Enjoying your Windows computerThe following environment is recommended for a computer connected to the camera.Recommended environment for copying im

73Using your computerInstalling the software (supplied)You can install the software (supplied) using the following procedure.• When using Windows 2000

74Copying images to your computerThis section describes the process using a Windows computer as an example.You can copy images from the camera to your

75Using your computerCopying images to your computerConnect the camera to your computer.• With Windows XP, the Auto Play wizard appears on the desktop

76Copying images to your computerThe “Scanner and Camera Wizard” screen appears.2 Click [Next].The images saved on the “Memory Stick Duo” of the camer

77Using your computerCopying images to your computer6 Click [Finish].The wizard screen closes.• To continue copying other images, disconnect the cable

78Copying images to your computerThis section describes the procedure for viewing copied images in the “My Documents” folder.1 Click [Start] t [My Doc

79Using your computerCopying images to your computerThe image files recorded with your camera are grouped as folders on the “Memory Stick Duo”.Example

8Basic techniques for better imagesYou can create various images by adjusting the exposure and the ISO sensitivity. Exposure is the amount of light th

80Viewing image files stored on a computer with your camera (using a “Memory Stick Duo”)This section describes the process using a Windows computer as

81Using your computerUsing the “Picture Motion Browser” (supplied)You can use still images and movies from the camera more than ever by taking advanta

82Using the “Picture Motion Browser” (supplied)2 Connect the camera to your computer with the cable for multi-use terminal.After the camera is automat

83Using your computerUsing the “Picture Motion Browser” (supplied)Year display screenMonth display screenHour display screen• To list images from a pa

84Using the “Picture Motion Browser” (supplied)Images can be saved in CD or DVD as a data disc.• CD burner drive or DVD burner drive required.• The fo

85Using your computerUsing the “Picture Motion Browser” (supplied)Preparing images stored on the computer for viewingTo view them, register the folder

86Using the “Picture Motion Browser” (supplied)1 Click [Start] t [Control Panel] (in Windows 2000, [Start] t [Settings] t [Control Panel]), then doubl

87Using your computerUsing the “Music Transfer” (supplied)You can change the Music files that are preset at the factory with desired Music files using

88Using your Macintosh computerYou can copy images to your Macintosh computer.• “Picture Motion Browser” is not compatible with Macintosh computers.Th

89Using your computerUsing your Macintosh computer4 View images on the computer.Double-click the hard disk icon t the desired image file in the folder

9Basic techniques for better imagesThe apparent color of the subject is affected by the lighting conditions.Example: The color of an image affected by

90Printing 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

91Printing still imagesPrinting images directly using a PictBridge compliant printerEven if you do not have a computer, you can print images shot usin

92Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer1 Connect the camera to the printer.2 Turn on your camera and the printer.After the con

93Printing still imagesPrinting images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer1Select print settings with v/V/b/B.[Quantity]When the [Layout] is

94Printing at a shopYou can take a “Memory Stick Duo” containing images shot with your camera to a photo printing service shop. As long as the shop su

95Printing still imagesPrinting at a shop1 Press MENU to display the menu.2 Select [DPOF] with v/V and select [Multiple Images], then press z.3 Select

96TroubleshootingTroubleshootingIf you experience trouble with your camera, try the following solutions.Please understand that you give your consent t

97TroubleshootingTroubleshootingThe battery pack cannot be installed.• Install the battery pack correctly using the tip of the battery pack to push th

98Troubleshooting– Set the image size to other than [640(Fine)].– Insert a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”.Movie recording stops during shooting• Movie recordi

99TroubleshootingTroubleshooting• Set the flash to (Flash forced on) when (Close Focus) is set, or [Landscape], [Hi-Speed Shutter], [Beach], or [S