Mobile HD Snap

Camera

For details on the advanced operations, please access

“Mobile HD Snap Camera Handbook” contained on
the supplied CD-ROM via a computer.

Instruction Manual
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.

MHS-CM1/CM3

© 2009 Sony Corporation 4-123-313-11(1)

 (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet
Read this first (wall socket). If some trouble occurs while using
the AC Adaptor, immediately shut off the power
by disconnecting the plug from the wall outlet
Owner’s Record (wall socket).
The model and serial numbers are located
on the bottom. Record the serial number in
the space provided below. Refer to these Notice for customers in the
numbers whenever you call upon your Sony United Kingdom
dealer regarding this product.
Model No. MHS-CM1/CM3 A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is fitted
to this equipment for your safety and
Serial No. ___________________________ convenience.
Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be
replaced, a fuse of the same rating as the supplied
WARNING one and approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362,
(i.e., marked with an or mark) must be
To reduce fire or shock hazard, do used.
not expose the unit to rain or If the plug supplied with this equipment has a
moisture. detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse
cover after you change the fuse. Never use the
plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the
CAUTION fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony
service station.
[ BATTERY PACK
If the battery pack is mishandled, the battery pack For Customers in the U.S.A. and
can burst, cause a fire or even chemical burns. Canada
Observe the following cautions.
• Do not disassemble.
[ RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION
• Do not crush and do not expose the battery pack
to any shock or force such as hammering, BATTERIES
dropping or stepping on it. Lithium-Ion batteries are
• Do not short circuit and do not allow metal recyclable.
objects to come into contact with the battery You can help preserve our
terminals. environment by returning your
• Do not expose to high temperature above 60°C used rechargeable batteries to
(140°F) such as in direct sunlight or in a car the collection and recycling
parked in the sun. location nearest you.
• Do not incinerate or dispose of in fire.
• Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion For more information regarding recycling of
batteries. rechargeable batteries, call toll free
1-800-822-8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/
• Be sure to charge the battery pack using a
genuine Sony battery charger or a device that
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking
can charge the battery pack.
Lithium-Ion batteries.
• Keep the battery pack out of the reach of small
children.
• Keep the battery pack dry.
• Dispose of used battery packs promptly as
discribed in the instructions.

[ AC ADAPTOR
Connect the AC Adaptor to an easily accessible
wall outlet (wall socket) close by.
Even if the CHG lamp is not lit, the AC Adaptor is
not disconnected from the AC power source
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 try to correct the interference by one or more of
For Customers in the U.S.A. the following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
If you have any questions about this product, you – Increase the separation between the
may call: equipment and receiver.
Sony Customer Information Center – Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
1-800-222-SONY (7669) circuit different from that to which the
The number below is for the FCC related matters receiver is connected.
only. – Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
[ Regulatory Information
The supplied interface cable must be used with the
Declaration of Conformity equipment in order to comply with the limits for a
Trade Name : SONY digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of
FCC Rules.
Model No. : MHS-CM1
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, For Customers in Europe
San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A.
Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 [ Notice for the customers in the
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
countries applying EU Directives
Rules. Operation is subject to the following The manufacturer of this product is Sony
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-
harmful interference, and (2) this device must 0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for
accept any interference received, including EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland
interference that may cause undesired GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart,
operation. Germany. For any service or guarantee matters
please refer to the addresses given in separate
[ CAUTION service or guarantee documents.

You are cautioned that any changes or

modifications not expressly approved in this This product has been tested and found compliant
manual could void your authority to operate this with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for
equipment. using connection cables shorter than 3 meters
(9.8 feet).
[ Note:
[ Attention
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital The electromagnetic fields at the specific
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. frequencies may influence the picture and sound
of this unit.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a [ Notice
residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, If static electricity or electromagnetism causes
if not installed and used in accordance with the data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart
instructions, may cause harmful interference to the application or disconnect and connect the
radio communications. However, there is no communication cable (USB, etc.) again.
guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to

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 [ Disposal of Old Electrical & connection with an incorporated battery, this
Electronic Equipment (Applicable battery should be replaced by qualified service
staff only.
in the European Union and other To ensure that the battery will be treated properly,
European countries with separate hand over the product at end-of-life to the
collection systems) applicable collection point for the recycling of
electrical and electronic equipment.
For all other batteries, please view the section on
how to remove the battery from the product
safely. Hand the battery over to the applicable
collection point for the recycling of waste
batteries.
For more detailed information about recycling of
this product or battery, please contact your local
This symbol on the product or on its packaging Civic Office, your household waste disposal
indicates that this product shall not be treated as service or the shop where you purchased the
household waste. Instead it shall be handed over product.
to the applicable collection point for the recycling
of electrical and electronic equipment. By
ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you
will help prevent potential negative consequences Notes on using your camera
for the environment and human health, which
could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste [ Internal memory and “Memory
handling of this product. The recycling of
materials will help to conserve natural resources.
Stick PRO Duo” media back up
For more detailed information about recycling of Do not turn off the camera or remove “Memory
this product, please contact your local Civic Stick PRO Duo” media while the access lamp is
Office, your household waste disposal service or lit, or the internal memory data or “Memory Stick
the shop where you purchased the product. PRO Duo” media data may be destroyed. Always
protect your data by making a back up copy.
[ Disposal of waste batteries
(applicable in the European [ Types of “Memory Stick” media
Union and other European you can use with your camera
countries with separate • For recording movies, it is recommended that
you use “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media of
collection systems) 512 MB or larger marked with:
– *
–
* Marked with Mark2 or not, either can be used.
• “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media of up to
16 GB has been confirmed to operate correctly
This symbol on the battery or on the packaging with this camera.
indicates that the battery provided with this • See page 30 for the recordable time of
product shall not be treated as household waste. “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media.
By ensuring these batteries are disposed of • “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media and “Memory
correctly, you will help prevent potentially Stick PRO-HG Duo” media are both referred to
negative consequences for the environment and as “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media in this
human health which could otherwise be caused by manual.
inappropriate waste handling of the battery. The
recycling of the materials will help to conserve
natural resources.
In case of products that for safety, performance or
data integrity reasons require a permanent
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[ Notes on recording/playback • Do not hold the camera by only holding the
LCD panel.
• Before you start recording, make a trial
recording to make sure that the camera is
working correctly.
[ Note on disposal/transfer
• This camera is neither dust-proof, nor splash- When using software embedded in the camera,
proof, nor water-proof. Read “Precautions” personal information such as IDs and mail
(page 34) before operating the camera. addresses may be saved on the internal memory of
the camera. When transferring the camera to
• Be careful not to get the camera wet. Water
others or on disposal, do so after deleting the
entering the inside of the camera may cause
information input.
malfunctions which in some cases may not be
repairable.
[ About changing the language
• Do not aim the camera at the sun or other bright
light. It may cause the malfunction of your setting
camera. The on-screen displays in each local language are
• Do not use the camera near a location that used for illustrating the operating procedures.
generates strong radio waves or emits radiation. Change the screen language before using your
The camera may not be able to record or play camera if necessary (page 13).
back properly.
• Using the camera in sandy or dusty locations [ About this manual
may cause malfunctions. • The photographs used as examples of pictures in
• If moisture condensation occurs, turn off the this Handbook are reproduced images, and are
camera and leave it for about an hour before not actual images shot using this camera.
using it (page 34). • Design and specifications of recording media
• Do not shake or strike the camera. In addition to and other accessories are subject to change
malfunctions and an inability to record images, without notice.
this may render the recording medium unusable, • The screenshots are from Windows XP. The
or cause image data breakdown, damage or loss. scenes may vary depending on the operating
• When inserting or ejecting the “Memory Stick system of the computer.
PRO Duo” media, be careful so that the
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media does not pop [ On image data compatibility
out and drop. • This camera supports “MP4 format” as movie
• When connecting your camera to another device file format. Therefore, movies recorded by this
with a cable, be sure to insert the connector plug camera cannot be played on devices that do not
in the correct way. Pushing the plug forcibly support “MP4 format”.
into the terminal will damage the terminal and • This camera does not support “AVCHD format”
may result in a malfunction of your camera. and therefore is not compatible with the
• Playback of movies other than those shot, edited playback and recording of movies in “AVCHD
or composed on this camera is not guaranteed. format” like a Digital HD Video camera
recorder.
[ Notes on the LCD screen and • Still images recorded by this camera are
lens compressed/recorded in JPEG*1 format. The file
extension is “.JPG”.
• The LCD screen is manufactured using
extremely high-precision technology, so over • This camera conforms with DCF*2 universal
99.99% of the pixels are operational for standard established by JEITA*3.
effective use. However, there may be some tiny • Playback of still images/movies recorded with
black points and/or bright points (white, red, your camera on other equipment and playback
blue or green in color) that constantly appear on of still images recorded or edited with other
the LCD screen. These points are normal in the equipment on your camera are not guaranteed.
manufacturing process and do not affect the *1
Joint Photographic Experts Group
recording in any way. *2
Design rule for Camera File system

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 *3
Japan Electronics and Information
Technology Industries Association

[ Warning on copyright
Television programs, films, videotapes, and other
materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized
recording of such materials may be contrary to the
provisions of the copyright laws.

[ No compensation for contents of

the recording
The contents of the recording cannot be
compensated for if recording or playback is not
possible due to a malfunction of your camera or
recording media, etc.

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Table of contents

Read this first ............................................................................................ 2

Notes on using your camera .................................................................... 4
Enjoying the camera ....................................................................... 8
Getting started ............................................................................... 10
Checking the accessories supplied ....................................................... 10
1 Charging the built-in battery ................................................................ 11
2 Inserting “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media (sold separately) .............. 12
3 Turning the camera on/setting the clock ............................................. 13
To change the language ..................................................................... 13
Shooting images easily ................................................................. 14
Useful functions for shooting .................................................................. 16
Viewing/Editing images ................................................................ 18
Changing the settings – Menu/Setup .......................................... 21
Menu items ............................................................................................. 21
Enjoying your computer ............................................................... 22
Viewing “Mobile HD Snap Camera Handbook” (PDF) ........................... 22
What you can do with a Windows computer .......................................... 22
Using your Macintosh computer ............................................................ 26
Indicators on the screen ............................................................... 27
Battery life and memory capacity ................................................ 29
Battery life and the available recording and playback time ................... 29
Number of still images and recording time of movies ............................ 30
Troubleshooting ............................................................................ 31
Battery and power .................................................................................. 31
Shooting still images/movies .................................................................. 31
Viewing images ...................................................................................... 32
Computers .............................................................................................. 32
Precautions .................................................................................... 34
Specifications ................................................................................ 35

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 Enjoying the camera

Enjoying high definition images

The movies shot with this camera will be recorded in MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Main Profile,
approximately 30 frames per second, Progressive, AAC LC, “MP4 format”.
– MPEG: Movie Picture Experts Group
– AVC: Advanced Video Codec

What is “MPEG-4 AVC/H.264”?

MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 is a standard of video camera, which uses highly efficient
image compression encoding technology to record HD (high definition) images.
Compared with the existing image compression encoding technology, MPEG-4
AVC/H.264 is able to compress images even more effectively.
• In the MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, the camera supports high definition images with effective
scanning lines of 1080 or 720. The number of recorded image pixel is 1440×1080 or 1280×720,
and the image is recorded in progressive mode*.

Progressive playback
The camera supports progressive mode*, which is used in computers, and therefore is suited
for playing back images on computers.

Shooting movies in image quality suited for your purpose

The camera supports the common and widely used VGA (640×480) as well as HD (high
definition) image quality. Select VGA (640×480) image quality to upload the recorded images
on websites or to attach to mails without the need to convert the image quality.

Movie size you can select with this camera

Movie Size Usage guidelines
1080 30P Shoot HD (high definition) quality movies in sizes suited for display on
computer or high definition TV
720 30P Shoot HD (high definition) quality movies in sizes suited for display on
computer
VGA 30P Shoot SD (standard definition) quality movies in sizes suited for uploading
on websites

* The progressive mode is a type of movie recording method, which reads out all image pixels at once.

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Flow of use

B Getting started
For types of “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media, you can use with your camera, see
page 4.

B Shooting in HD (high definition) image quality

Select the image size suited for your purpose. For the image size and image quality,
see page 17.

B Enjoying the recorded image

x Playing back on high definition TV (page 19)
You can enjoy images in vivid and fine HD (high definition) image quality.
x Uploading images to your PC or on websites*
You can enjoy uploading images on network services, etc. By marking Sharemarks
on images with the camera, you can easily upload the images.

B Saving the recorded image*

When the capacity of “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media of the camera is full, the
camera cannot record new images anymore. It is recommended to constantly save
recorded images on computers and take backups.

* You can upload and save images by using the supplied software “PMB (Picture Motion Browser) ”. You
can also use the software “PMB Portable” embedded within the camera to upload images outside home.
For details on how to use the software, refer to the Help menu of the software.

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 Getting started

Checking the accessories supplied

• AC Adaptor (1)/ • USB cable (1)

Power cord (mains lead) (1)

• Hand strap (1)

• Component A/V cable (1) • Lens cap (1)

Mounted on the lens at factory.

• CD-ROM (1) (page 22)
– PMB (Picture Motion Browser) including
• A/V connecting cable (1) PMB Guide (page 24)
– Mobile HD Snap Camera Handbook (PDF)
• Instruction Manual (this manual) (1)

Attach the strap and place your hand

through the loop to prevent the camera
from damage by being dropped, etc. Hook

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1 Charging the built-in battery

AC Adaptor
CHG lamp 2

1
DC IN jack

Power cord (mains lead)

• The battery is built in within the camera.

1 Connect the AC Adaptor to the DC IN jack of the camera, making sure the
power is off.

2 Plug the power cord (mains lead) to a wall outlet (wall socket).
The CHG lamp lights on, and charging starts.
When the CHG lamp turns off, charging is finished.

[ Charging time
Full charge time
Approx. 90 min.

• Time required to charge a fully depleted battery at a temperature of 25°C (77°F). Charging may take
longer under certain circumstances or conditions.
• See page 30 for the number of images that can be recorded.
• If you do not operate the camera for a long time, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack of the
camera and from a wall outlet (wall socket).

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 2 Inserting “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media (sold separately)

“Memory Stick Duo” media cover Insert the “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
media all the way in as shown in the
illustration until it clicks.

1 Open the “Memory Stick Duo” media cover.

2 Insert the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media (sold separately) all the way in
until it clicks.

3 Close the “Memory Stick Duo” media cover.

[ When there is no “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media inserted
The camera records/plays back images using the internal memory (approx. 12 MB).

[ To remove “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media

Open the “Memory Stick Duo” media cover.

Make sure that the access lamp is not lit, then push the
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media in once.

• Never remove “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media when the access lamp is lit. This may cause damage to
data in the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media.

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3 Turning the camera on/setting the clock

1 ON/OFF button
1 LCD screen z button
v/V/b/B button

2 Control button

MENU button 2

/ / :

1 Open the LCD panel to turn the power on.

Open the LCD panel up to a 90 degrees angle from the camera (1), then rotate it to the desired angle
(2).
2 180 degrees (max.)

2 90 degrees (max.) 1 90 degrees (max.)

You can also turn the power on by pressing ON/OFF button.
• If you rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees, you can close the LCD panel with the LCD screen facing
out. This is convenient during playback operations.

2 Set the clock with the control button.

1 Select the date display format with v/V, then press z.
2 Select each item with b/B and set the numeric value with v/V.
3 Select [OK] with B, then press z.
To turn the power off
Press ON/OFF button.
• You can also turn the power off by closing the LCD panel.

[ To change the date and time

Press MENU and select [Clock Set] in 2
(Setup 2) (page 21).
[ To change the language
Press MENU and select [ Language] in 1
(Setup 1) (page 21).
• You can turn off the operation beeps by selecting [Beep] in 1
(Setup 1) (page 21).
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 Shooting images easily

PHOTO button
Zoom lever DISP button
Power lamp
z button
ON/OFF button v/V/b/B button
Self-timer button
LIGHT button
Macro button
Control button
MOVIE button
(Play) button
MENU button

1 Open the LCD panel to turn the power on.

You can also turn the power on by pressing ON/OFF.

2 Confirm the composition.

Position the subject in the center of the screen.

3 Start shooting.
When shooting still images:
1 Press and hold PHOTO halfway down to focus.
When the focus is set on the subject, the AF range finder frame (green) appears. A beep sound is
heard, and the z (AE/AF lock) indicator (green) lights on the lower center, little toward the left side
of the screen.
• The angle of view switches to the aspect ratio (4:3 or 3:2) according to the shooting size of the
still image.

In standby In pressing PHOTO halfway down

AE/AF lock indicator

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 2 Press PHOTO fully down.
• Black bands appear on the top and bottom of the image when the image size is either [1080 30P] or
[720 30P].
• You cannot shoot still images while shooting movies.
• When shooting still images, the angle of view will change from that in shooting standby.
When shooting movies:
Press MOVIE.
To stop recording, press MOVIE again.

• Black bands appear on the top and bottom of the image when the image size is either [1080 30P] or
[720 30P].

• Continuous shooting is possible for approximately 25 minutes.

• When shooting movies, the anti-blur function will be set on.

If it is difficult to focus on a subject when shooting a still image

• The shortest shooting distance is approximately 50 cm (19 3/4 inches) (W)/100 cm (39 3/8 inches) (T)
(from the front of the lens). When you are shooting a subject closer than that position, use Macro
(Shooting close-up) (page 16).
• When the camera does not focus on the subject automatically, the AE/AF lock indicator will flash slowly
and the beep sound is not heard. Recompose the frame and focus on the subject again.
• Focusing may be difficult in the following situations:
– It is dark and the subject is distant.
– The contrast between the subject and the background is poor.
– The subject is seen through glass.
– The subject is moving quickly.
– There is reflective light or shiny surfaces.
– The subject is backlit or there is a flashing light.

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 Useful functions for shooting

[ W/T Using the zoom If you press PHOTO, countdown timer is

Slide the zoom lever toward T to zoom in, displayed, and after rapid beep sounds are
slide the zoom lever toward W to zoom out. heard, the camera will shoot.
You can use the Digital Zoom function by
selecting [Digital Zoom] in (Camera). [ Recording in mirror mode
When the zoom scale exceeds 5×, the
camera uses the Digital Zoom function.
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[ Macro (Shooting close-up)
Press b ( ) on the control button
repeatedly until the desired mode is
selected.
(No indicator): Auto 1
The camera adjusts the focus automatically on
subjects, from those distant to close-up. Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the
Normally, set the camera to this mode. camera (1), then rotate it 180 degrees to
: Macro the lens side (2).
The camera adjusts the focus with priority on • A mirror-image of the subject appears on the
subjects close-up. LCD screen, but the image will be normal when
Set the Macro on when shooting close recorded.
subjects. • A mirror-image of the subject also appears on
• When shooting in Macro, the Auto Focus speed the LCD screen if you keep the LCD panel
slows down than usual. rotated 180 degrees and close the LCD panel
with the LCD screen facing out.
• It is recommended to set the zoom all the way to
the W side. • The same image as those recorded appears on
the LCD screen instead of the mirror-image in
• It is recommended to shoot in Macro when the
playback mode.
shooting distance is less than approximately
90 cm (3 feet).
[ Changing the screen display
[ Using the video light Each time you press v (DISP) on the
Press V (LIGHT) on the control button control button, the display changes as
repeatedly until the desired icon is follows.
displayed on the LCD screen. Histogram on
(No indicator): Video light off r
: Video light on Indicators off
• The video light is for assisting the recording in a r
dark place, and therefore the same effect as of a Indicators on
normal flash of the camera cannot be expected.
• The video light turns off when the camera
switches to playback mode.

[ Using the self-timer

Press B ( ) on the control button.
(No indicator): Not using the self-timer
: Using the self-timer
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[ Selecting the image size [ Selecting a camera mode
Press (Image size) button to select Press MENU, then select the desired item in
(Photo Size) or (Movie Size) with (Camera) (page 21).
b/B on the control button, then select the Auto:
desired image size with v/V. Allows easy shooting with the settings
To turn off the Image Size menu, press the adjusted automatically.
(Image size) button again. Scene Selection:
(Photo Size): Allows you to shoot with the preset settings
5M: according to the scene.
For prints up to A4 (8×10")
3:2: Scene Selection
Shoot in 3:2 aspect ratio . Backlight
3M: Shoots strongly backlight scenes.
For prints up to 10×15 cm (4×6") or Low Light
13×18 cm (5×7") Suitable for shooting in dark places.
2M: Landscape
For prints up to 10×15 cm (4×6") Focuses on a distant subject.
VGA: Sports
Shoot at a small image size for e-mail Shoots moving subjects outdoors or in other
attachment bright places.
(Movie Size):
1080 30P:
Shoot HD (high definition) quality movies in
sizes suited for display on computer or high
definition TV
720 30P:
Shoot HD (high definition) quality movies in
sizes suited for display on computer
VGA 30P:
Shoot SD (standard definition) quality movies
in sizes suited for uploading on websites

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 Viewing/Editing images

Zoom lever
Power lamp
ON/OFF button
MENU button z button
v/V/b/B button

Control button
(Play) button
(Sharemark) button
(Delete) button

1 Open the LCD panel to turn the power on.

You can also turn the power on by pressing ON/OFF.

2 Press (Play) button to set the camera to playback mode.

Index screen appears.

3 Select the image you want to playback with v/V/b/B on the control button.
Still image:
Press z.
• A still image is displayed.
Movie:
Press z to pause and playback a movie.
Press B to fast forward, b to rewind. (Press z to return to normal playback.)
Press V to display the volume control screen, then adjust the volume with b/B.
• When shooting movies of fast moving subjects, such as a sport scene, the movie may not be played
back smoothly.
• When the playback of the first movie ends, the playback of the next movie automatically starts. When
the playback of the last movie ends, playback of movies will end.

[ To view an enlarged image (playback zoom)

Slide the zoom lever toward T while displaying a still image.
To undo the zoom, slide the zoom lever toward W.
Adjust the position: v/V/b/B
Cancel playback zoom: Press z.

To return to the index screen

Slide the zoom lever toward (Index) while displaying a still image or pausing the
playback of a movie.

[ To delete images
1 Press (Play) button to set the camera to playback mode.
Index screen appears.
2 Press (Delete) and select [Select] with v/V, then press z.
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 3 Select the images you want to delete with v/V/b/B, then press z to display the
(Delete) indicator on the selected image.
4 Press (Delete).
5 Select [OK] with B, then press z.
• To delete all the images in the folder, select [All In This Folder] with v/V in step 2 instead of [Select],
then press z.

To delete images while a single image is displayed

1 Press (Delete).
2 Select [Delete] with v, then press z.
[ To view images on TV screen
The connection or the image quality (HD (high definition)/SD (standard definition)) varies
depending on the type of TV or input jacks the camera is connected to.

Connecting to a high definition TV

Images recorded with HD (high definition) image quality are played back with HD (high
definition) image quality. Images recorded with SD (standard definition) image quality are
played back with SD (standard definition) image quality.

Green/Blue/Red

White/Red

A/V OUT jack

Component A/V cable

(supplied)

• If you connect only component video plugs, audio signals are not output. Connect the white and red plugs
to output audio signals.
• The output settings switches automatically according to the images played back. Therefore, the image
may be distorted when switching the mode on the connected TV.

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 Connecting to a non-high-definition 16:9 (wide) or 4:3 TV
Images recorded with HD (high definition) quality is converted to SD (standard definition)
and played back. Images recorded with SD (standard definition) image quality are played back
with SD (standard definition) image quality.

Yellow/White/Red

A/V OUT jack

A/V connecting cable

(supplied)

• During playback of a movie at HD (high definition) on SD (standard definition) TV, the movie is
displayed with black space on the upper and lower sides.

[ To select images to upload on a website (Sharemark)

1 Press (Play) button to set the camera to playback mode.
Index screen appears.
2 Press MENU button and select [Select] with v/V, then press z.
3 Select the images you want to upload on a website with v/V/b/B, then press z to
display indicator on the selected image.
4 Press (Sharemark).
5 Select [OK] with B, then press z.
• To select all the images in the folder, select [All In This Folder] with v/V in step 2 instead of [Select],
then press z.
• The file size of movies shot at HD (high definition) is large and therefore it may take time to upload.
Movies shot at [VGA 30P] is recommended for uploading on websites.
• To select images to upload on a website while a single image is displayed, display the image you want
to upload and press (Sharemark) button. The indicator is marked to the image.
• To remove the Sharemark from an image, select the image to remove the Sharemark and take the
same steps as when marking a Sharemark on an image.
• By using the software “PMB Portable” embedded in the camera, you can easily upload images
marked with Sharemarks (page 24).

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Changing the settings – Menu/Setup

Menu items
z button
The available menu items vary depending
v/V/b/B button
on the camera mode.
The shooting menu is available only in the
Control button
shooting mode, and the viewing menu is
MENU button available only in the playback mode.
For details on the menu items, see “Mobile
HD Snap Camera Handbook” (PDF).
1 Press MENU to display the menu.
[ Menu for shooting
2 Select the desired menu item with Camera Setup
b/B on the control button.
[ Menu for viewing
(Folder) (Rotate)
(Protect) (Divide)
DPOF (Setup)
(Slide)

[ Setup items
• In REC mode, / is indicated. You Camera
cannot set an item with / indicator in
gray. Digital Zoom Auto Review
• In PLAY mode, press z after setting an Function Guide Flicker Cancel
item.
Memory Stick Tool
3 Select a setting with v/V. Format Change REC. Folder
Create REC. Folder Copy
4 Press MENU to turn off the menu.
Internal Memory Tool
[ To select a Setup item
Format
1 Press MENU.
2 Select (Setup) in step 2 and then 1
Setup 1
press B. LCD Backlight Language
3 Select the item to set with v/V/b/B, Beep Initialize
then press B. Setup 2
2

File Number Video Out

USB Connect Clock Set

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 Enjoying your computer

Viewing “Mobile HD Snap Camera What you can do with a Windows

Handbook” (PDF) computer

For advanced use of your camera, see Take either of the following ways to
“Mobile HD Snap Camera Handbook” connect the camera with a Windows
(PDF). computer and enjoy the functions.
To view “Mobile HD Snap Camera
Handbook” (PDF), you need to install [ When using various functions
Adobe Reader on your computer. By using the software “PMB (Picture
Motion Browser)” in the supplied CD-
[ For Windows users ROM, you can enjoy the following
1 Turn on the computer. operations.
2 Place the CD-ROM (supplied) in the • Importing images taken with your camera
disc drive of your computer. to a computer
The select screen for installation appears. • Viewing imported images on a computer
3 Click [Handbook (PDF)]. • Creating a disc with edited images
• Changing the language displayed in
The installation screen for “Mobile HD
Snap Camera Handbook” (PDF) appears. “PMB Portable”
4 Select the desired language and the [ Environment for using “PMB”
model name of your camera, then click and “PMB Portable”
[Handbook (PDF)].
OS: Microsoft Windows XP SP3*1/
Installation starts. When the installation is
Windows Vista SP1*2
completed, the short-cut icon of “Mobile *1
64-bit editions and Starter (Edition) are not
HD Snap Camera Handbook” appears on
supported.
the desktop of your computer. *2
Starter (Edition) is not supported.
• The model name of your camera is printed
• Standard installation is required.
on its bottom surface.
5 Click [Exit] t [Exit], then remove the • Operation is not assured if the above OS has
been upgraded or in a multi-boot environment.
CD-ROM from the disc drive of your
• The driver for Web Camera does not support
computer. 64-bit editions of both Windows XP and Vista.
CPU: Intel Pentium III 800 MHz or faster
[ For Macintosh users
(When playing/editing high definition
1 Turn on the computer. movies: Intel Pentium 4 2.8 GHz or
2 Place the CD-ROM (supplied) in the faster, Intel Pentium D 2.8 GHz or faster,
disc drive of your computer. Intel Core Duo 1.66 GHz or faster, Intel
3 Open the [Handbook] folder in the CD- Core 2 Duo 1.20 GHz or faster)
ROM, double-click the [GB] folder and Memory: 512 MB or more (When playing/
then drag-and-drop the “Handbook.pdf” editing high definition movies: 1 GB or
on the computer. more)
Double-click “Handbook.pdf” to view the Video Memory: 32 MB or more (64 MB
handbook. or more is recommended)
Hard disk: Disk volume required for
installation: Approximately 500 MB*

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Display: DirectX 7 or later-compatible The installation menu screen appears.
video card, Minimum 1,024 × 768 dots
Others: USB port (this must be
provided as standard, Hi-Speed USB
(USB 2.0 compatible))
* For “PMB Portable”, the disk volume required
on using the program temporarily is
approximately 1 GB.

[ Note on playback of movie files

• If it does not appear, double-click [Computer]
(MPEG-4 AVC/H.264)
(in Windows XP, [My Computer]) t
To play back and editing movie files (SONYPICTUTIL).
(MPEG-4 AVC/H.264) recorded by the • The AutoPlay screen may appear. Select “Run
camera, you need to install the software Install.exe.” and follow the instructions that
compatible with MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 or appear on the screen to proceed with the
“PMB” on your computer. installation.
• Even under a PC environment where operations 2 Click [Install].
are guaranteed, sometimes images cannot be The “Choose Setup Language” screen appears.
played back smoothly due to dropped frames. 3 Select the desired language, then click
Note that the transferred image itself is not [Next].
affected.
The “License Agreement” screen appears.
• If you are using a notebook PC, be sure to use
the PC with the AC adaptor plugged in.
4 Read the agreement carefully. If you
Sometimes normal operations are not possible accept the terms of the agreement, click
due to the power savings function of the PC. the radio button next to [I accept the
b Note terms of the license agreement] and then
• Operations are not guaranteed, even on click [Next].
computers fulfilling the above system 5 Follow the instructions on the screen to
requirements. For example, other open or complete the installation.
background applications currently running may
limit product performance. • When the restarting confirmation message
appears, restart the computer following the
[ Installing “PMB” instructions on the screen.
• DirectX may be installed depending on the
You can install “PMB” using the following system environment of your computer.
procedure. 6 Remove the CD-ROM after the
• Log on as Administrator. installation is complete.
1 Turn on your computer, and insert the
CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM
drive.

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 [ Operating the “PMB”/Viewing the When you connect the camera and your
“PMB Guide” computer, AutoPlay Wizard appears.
Click [×] to close the AutoPlay Wizard for any
After you install the software, shortcut unnecessary drives.
icons for “PMB” and “PMB Guide” are • If the desired AutoPlay Wizard does not
created on the desktop. appear, click [Computer] (in Windows XP,
For the basic operation of “PMB”, see [My Computer]) t [PMBPORTABLE], then
“PMB Guide”. double-click “PMB_P.exe”.
Double-click to start “PMB”. 2 Click “PMB Portable” (in Windows XP,
[PMB Portable] t [OK]).
The Language Selection screen appears.
3 Select the desired language, then click
Double-click to start “PMB [OK].
Guide”. The Region Selection screen appears.
4 Select the appropriate [Area] and
• If the icon is not displayed on the computer [Country/Region], and then click [OK].
screen, click [Start] t [All Programs] t The User Agreement screen appears.
[Sony Picture Utility] t [PMB] to start “PMB” 5 Read the agreement carefully. If you
or click [Start] t [All Programs] t [Sony accept the terms of the agreement, click [I
Picture Utility] t [Help] t [PMB Guide].
You can also open “PMB Guide” from [Help] of Agree].
“PMB”. “PMB Portable” starts up.
b Notes
[ Operating the “PMB Portable”
• Always connect to a network when using “PMB
This camera has a built-in application Portable”.
“PMB Portable”. • When uploading images over the Internet, the
You can use this application to do the cache may remain in the computer being used
following: depending on the service provider. This is also
• You can easily upload images to a blog or other true when this camera is used for this purpose.
media service. • When a bug occurs in “PMB Portable” or you
• You can easily filter the images you want to delete “PMB Portable” by mistake, you can
upload by registering them in the camera as repair “PMB Portable” using “PMB”. For
Sharemark images (page 20). details, see the “PMB Guide” (page 24).
• You can upload images from a computer
connected to the Internet even when you are
[ Notes on “PMB Portable”
away from home or the office. “PMB Portable” makes it possible to
• You can easily register the media services (such download the URLs of a number of
as blogs) you use frequently. websites from the server administered by
For details on “PMB Portable”, see the Sony (the “Sony server”).
“PMB Portable” help. In order to use “PMB Portable” to enjoy the
benefits of the image uploading service or
When using “PMB Portable” for the first other services (the “services”) provided by
time, you must select the language. Follow these and other websites, you must consent
the procedure below to make the selection. to the following.
Once the language selection has been made, • Some websites require registration procedures
steps 3 to 5 are unnecessary the next time and/or fees to use their services. In using such
you use “PMB Portable”. services, you must comply with the terms and
1 Make a USB connection between the conditions established by the websites
camera and a computer. concerned.

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• Services may be terminated or changed in [ To disconnect the USB cable
accordance with the convenience of the website
operators. Sony will not be held responsible for 1 Click the [Unplug or eject hardware]
any trouble occurring between the users and icon on the task tray on the bottom right
third parties or any inconvenience caused to of the desk top.
users relating to the utilization of the services
inclusive of the termination of or changes to
such services.
• To view a website, you will be redirected to it
by the Sony server. There may be times when
you cannot access the website because of server 2 Click [Safely remove USB Mass
maintenance or for other reasons.
Storage Device].
• If the operation of the Sony server is to be
terminated, you will be notified of the
termination ahead of time on Sony’s website,
etc.
• The URLs to which you are redirected by the
Disconnect the USB cable from the
Sony server and other information may be
recorded for the purposes of improving Sony’s camera and the computer.
future products and services. However, no b Notes
personal data will be recorded on such • Before turning off your camera, disconnect the
occasions. USB cable following the proper procedures
• To display the License Agreement screen of described above.
“PMB Portable”, double-click [APP] folder in • Disconnect the USB cable using the proper
the external drive (PMBPORTABLE), double- procedures described above. Otherwise, files
click [EULA], and then select the language of stored on the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media
your choice. may not be updated correctly. Also,
disconnecting the USB cable improperly may
[ Recommended USB cable cause a malfunction of the “Memory Stick PRO
connection Duo” media.
To assure the proper functioning of your
camera, connect your camera to a computer
as below.
• Connect the (USB) jack of the camera and a
computer using the USB cable. Do not connect
anything to other USB ports of a computer.
• When connecting to a computer with a USB
keyboard and USB mouse connected as standard
equipment, connect the camera to another USB
port using the USB cable.
b Notes
• Operations are not guaranteed when multiple
USB devices are connected to a computer.
• Be sure to connect the USB cable to a USB port.
If the USB cable is connected to a computer via
a USB keyboard or USB hub, operations are not
guaranteed.

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 2 Copy image files to the Macintosh
Using your Macintosh computer computer.
1 Double-click the newly recognized
You can copy images to your Macintosh icon t [DCIM] (still images) or
computer. [MP_ROOT] (movies) t the folder
• “PMB” is not compatible with Macintosh
where the images you want to copy
computers.
are stored.
Recommended computer environment 2 Drag and drop the image files to the
The following environment is hard disk icon.
recommended for a computer connected to The image files are copied to the
the camera. hard disk.
OS (pre-installed): Mac OS 9.1/9.2/ Mac • For details on the storage location of the
OS X (v10.1 to v10.5) images and file names, see “Mobile HD
Snap Camera Handbook”.
USB jack: Provided as standard 3 View images on the computer.
b Notes • Double-click the hard disk icon t the
• Operations are not guaranteed for all the desired image file in the folder containing
recommended computer environments the copied files to open that image file.
mentioned above.
• If you connect two or more USB devices to a To delete the USB connection
single computer at the same time, some devices, Perform the procedures listed below
including your camera, may not operate beforehand when:
depending on the types of USB devices you are
using. • Disconnecting the USB cable
• Operations are not guaranteed when using a • Removing “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media
USB hub. • Inserting “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media into
• Connecting your camera using a USB interface the camera after copying images from the
that is compatible with Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 internal memory
compliant) allows advanced transfer (high speed • Turning off the camera
transfer) as this camera is compatible with Hi-
Speed USB (USB 2.0 compliant). Drag and drop the drive icon or the icon of the
• Only [Mass Storage] mode is available for the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media to the
USB connection of this camera. “Trash” icon.
• When your computer resumes from the suspend The camera is disconnected from the computer.
or sleep mode, communication between your
camera and your computer may not recover at
the same time.

Copying and viewing images on a

computer
1 Prepare the camera and a Macintosh
computer, then connect the supplied USB
cable.

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Indicators on the screen

Each time you press v (DISP) on the A

control button, the display changes Display Indication
(page 16).
Battery remaining
In shooting standby
Shooting mode
• When switching to the
shooting mode,
appears for approximately
two seconds.
Playback mode
• When switching to the
playback mode,
appears for approximately
two seconds.
When recording movies Zoom scaling

. Camera mode (Scene

Selection)
Macro
When playing back still images E Low battery warning

AF range finder frame

Image size

/ / Playback/Stop/Slide Show
fast forward
/ Fast forward/Rewind
When playing back movies 00:00:00 Counter
VOL. Volume

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 B Display Indication
Display Indication Print order (DPOF) mark
Video light
Protect
Image size
D
Still image shooting mode
Display Indication
[400] Remaining number of
recordable images Self-timer
Menu/Guide menu Image size
DPOF
• Pressing MENU switches
the menu/guide menu on/ z AE/AF lock
off. +2.0EV Exposure Value
Playback bar [00:28:25] Remaining recordable
101_0012 Folder-file number time
2009 1 1 Recorded date/time of the Movie recording mode
9:30 AM playback image White balance
BACK/ Select images
NEXT
2000 Shutter speed
VOLUME Adjust volume
F4.5 Aperture value
C ISO400 ISO number
Display Indication E
Recording folder
Display Indication
• This does not appear when
using internal memory. Movie recording
Recording/Playback Media 00:00:05 Recording time

Histogram b Note
• appears when histogram • Indicators and their positions are approximate
display is disabled. and differ from what you actually see.

Change folder
• This does not appear when
using internal memory.
Playback folder
• This does not appear when
using internal memory.
12/12 Image number/Number of
images recorded in selected
folder
Recording mode

Sharemark

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Battery life and memory capacity

Battery life and the available Sufficient power remaining

recording and playback time

The tables show the approximate time

o
(min.) that the images can be recorded/ o
played back with the built-in battery at full
capacity and at an ambient temperature of o
25°C (77°F). Charge the battery.
Note that the available recording and (The warning indicator
playback time may be less than those flashes.)
indicated in the table depending on the
conditions of use.
• Battery capacity decreases as you use it more, as
the time passes. • It takes about one minute until the correct
battery remaining indicator appears.
• The available recording and playback time and
the battery life are decreased under the • The displayed battery remaining indicator may
following conditions: not be correct under certain circumstances.
– The surrounding temperature is low.
– The video light is used frequently.
– The camera has been turned on and off many
times.
– The zoom is used frequently.
– [LCD Backlight] is set to [Bright].
– The battery power is low.

[ Approximate recording/playback
time (min.)
Recording time*1
Continuous recording time 85
Typical recording time*2 40
Playback time 120
*1
Shooting movies continuously with an image
size of [720 30P]
*2 Typical recording time shows the time when
you repeat recording start/stop, turning the
power on/off and zooming.

[ To check the remaining battery

time
Press ON/OFF button to turn on and check
the remaining battery on the LCD screen.
The remaining amount of battery is shown
as follows:

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 The approximate recording time of movies in
Number of still images and the default setting
recording time of movies The table below shows the approximate
maximum recording times. These are the
The number of still images and the length total times for all movie files. Continuous
of time for movies may vary depending on shooting is possible for approximately 25
the shooting conditions. minutes.
(Units: hour : minute : second)
The approximate number of still images in the Movie size
default setting Capacity
720 30P
(Units: Images) Internal memory
Photo size Approx. 12 MB 0:00:20
Capacity
5M
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media formatted with
Internal memory this camera
Approx. 12 MB 3 512 MB 0:15:00
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” media formatted with (0:07:00)
this camera
1 GB 0:30:00
128 MB 50 (0:15:00)
256 MB 95 2 GB 1:00:00
512 MB 190 (0:30:00)
1 GB 390 4 GB 2:05:00
2 GB 770 (1:05:00)
4 GB 1550 8 GB 4:10:00
8 GB 3100 (2:10:00)

16 GB 6200 16 GB 8:30:00
(4:25:00)
• When the number of remaining shootable
images is greater than 9,999, the “>9999” • All numbers measured when using “Memory
indicator appears. Stick PRO Duo” media made by Sony
• When images recorded using earlier Sony Corporation. The recordable time for movies
models are played back on this camera, the varies depending on the recording conditions,
display may differ from the actual image size. subject conditions, and the type of “Memory
Stick” media.
• All numbers measured when using “Memory
Stick PRO Duo” media made by Sony
Corporation. The number of still images and the
length of time for movies may vary depending
on the shooting conditions and the recording
media.
• When measuring media capacity, 1 GB equals
1 billion bytes, a portion of which is used for
data management.

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Troubleshooting

If you experience trouble with your camera,

try the following solutions. The power turns off suddenly.
• If you do not operate the camera for
about five minutes while the power is
1 Check the items below, and refer on, the camera turns off automatically
to “Mobile HD Snap Camera to prevent wearing down the battery.
Handbook” (PDF). Turn on the camera again (page 13).

2 Turn the power off, and turn it on The battery remaining indicator is
again after about one minute. incorrect.
• This phenomenon occurs when you use
3 Press the RESET button using a the camera in an extremely hot or cold
fine-tipped object, and turn on the location.
power. • The displayed battery remaining differs
from the current one. Fully discharge
and then charge the battery to correct
the display.
• The battery is discharged. Charge the
battery (page 11).
RESET button

4 Consult your Sony dealer or local Shooting still images/movies

authorized Sony service facility. Your camera cannot record images.
When repairing the camera, we may check • Check the free capacity of the internal
a minimum amount of data stored on the memory or “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
internal memory in order to improve the media (page 30). If it is full, do one of
condition. However, Sony dealer will the following:
neither copy nor save your data. – Delete unnecessary images (page 18).
– Change the “Memory Stick PRO
Duo” media.
Battery and power • Continuous shooting is possible for
approximately 25 minutes.
Cannot turn on the camera.
• Press (Play) button and set the
– The battery is discharged. Charge the camera to recording mode to shoot a
battery (page 11). still image or a movie.
– The plug of the AC Adaptor has been
disconnected from the wall outlet
(wall socket). Connect it to the wall
outlet (wall socket) (page 11).
– If the LCD panel is facing outside,
face it back to the camera side
(page 13).

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 • Make sure the media check tool of the
Viewing images computer activates. For details on the
media check tool, see “PMB Guide”
Your camera cannot playback (page 24).
images. • Install “PMB” (page 23).
• Press (Play) button to change to the
playback mode (page 18).
• The folder/file name has been changed Cannot use the Web Camera
on your computer. • The camera and a computer are
• When an image file has been processed connected with USB cable before the
by a computer or when the image file USB driver is installed.
was recorded using a model other than Follow the steps below to uninstall the
that of your camera, playback on your driver not recognized correctly and
camera is not guaranteed. install the USB driver again.
• The camera is in USB mode. Delete the Log on to the computer with the user ID
USB connection. of the administrator authority.
1 Make sure the camera is connected to the
computer.
Computers
2 Click [Start].
You cannot install “PMB”. 3 Right-click [My Computer] and click
• Check the computer environment [Property].
required to install “PMB”. [System Property] screen will appear.
• Install “PMB” in an orderly manner 4 Click the [Hardware] tab and click [Device
(page 23). Manager].
• Change the USB mode of the camera to
[Mass Storage]. 5 Click [View] and click [Devices by type].
6 If the driver below, not correctly
recognized, is installed, right-click it and
“PMB Portable” does not start. click [Uninstall].
• Change the USB mode of the camera to • [Sony Mobile HD Snap Camera] in [Other
[Mass Storage]. Devices]
7 When [Confirm Device Removal] screen
“PMB” does not work correctly. appears, click [OK] and delete it.
• Finish “PMB” and restart your 8 Turn off the power of the camera, remove
computer. the USB cable, and re-start the computer.
9 Insert the CD-ROM into the disk drive.
Your camera is not recognized by
the computer.
• Disconnect devices from the USB jack
of the computer other than the
keyboard, mouse, and your camera.
• Disconnect the USB cable from the
computer and the camera, and restart
the computer, then connect the
computer and your camera again in an
orderly manner (page 25).

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10 Re-install the USB driver by taking the
following steps.
1 Double-click [My Computer].
2 Right-click
[SONYPICTUTIL(E:)](disk drive)*.
* The driver letter (such as (E:)) may differ
depending on the computer you are
using.
3Click [Open], double-click [USB
Driver] and then double-click
[setup.exe].
b Notes
• The computer may not operate properly when
you delete devices other than [USB Composite
Device], [USB Audio Device], or [USB
Device].
• Press MENU and select (Setup) t 2
(Setup 2) t [USB Connect] t [Web Camera],
then press z (page 21).
• The Web Camera function is not available for
“PMB”.

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 Precautions

[ Do not use/store the camera in [ On moisture condensation

the following places If the camera is brought directly from a cold to a
• In an extremely hot, cold or humid place warm location, moisture may condense inside or
In places such as in a car parked in the sun, the outside the camera. This moisture condensation
camera body may become deformed and this may cause a malfunction of the camera.
may cause a malfunction. If moisture condensation occurs
• Under direct sunlight or near a heater Turn off the camera and wait about an hour for the
The camera body may become discolored or moisture to evaporate. Note that if you attempt to
deformed, and this may cause a malfunction. shoot with moisture remaining inside the lens, you
will be unable to record clear images.
• In a location subject to rocking vibration
• Near strong magnetic place [ On disposing the built-in battery
• In sandy or dusty places Contact the nearest Sony dealer when disposing
Be careful not to let sand or dust get into the the built-in battery.
camera. This may cause the camera to
malfunction, and in some cases this malfunction
cannot be repaired.

[ On carrying
Do not sit down in a chair or other place with the
camera in the back pocket of your trousers or
skirt, as this may cause malfunction or damage the
camera.

[ On cleaning
Cleaning the LCD screen
Wipe the screen surface with an LCD cleaning kit
(sold separately) to remove fingerprints, dust, etc.
Cleaning the lens
Wipe the lens with a soft cloth to remove
fingerprints, dust, etc.
Cleaning the camera surface
Clean the camera surface with a soft cloth slightly
moistened with water, then wipe the surface with
a dry cloth. Do not use the following or they may
damage the finish or the casing.
• Chemical products such as thinner, benzine,
alcohol, disposable cloths, insect repellent,
sunscreen or insecticide, etc.
• Do not touch the camera with the above on your
hand.
• Do not leave the camera in contact with rubber
or vinyl for a long time.

[ On operating temperatures
Your camera is designed for use under the
temperatures between 0°C and 40°C (32°F and
104°F). Shooting in extremely cold or hot places
that exceed this range is not recommended.

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Specifications

Camera Exif Print: Compatible

PRINT Image Matching III: Compatible
[System]
Image device: 7.13 mm (1/2.5 type) CMOS AC-DL960 AC Adaptor
sensor
Power requirements: AC 100 V to 240 V,
Total pixel number of camera: 50 Hz/60 Hz
Approx. 5 040 000 (2 592 × 1 944) pixels
Output voltage: DC 9.6 V (See the lavel on the
Effective pixel number of camera: AC Adaptor for other specifications.)
Approx. 5 040 000 (2 592 × 1 944) pixels
Operating temperature: 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F)
(still images), Approx. 2 073 600 (1 440 ×
1 080) pixels (movies) Storage temperature: –20 to +60°C (–4 to
+140°F)
Lens: F3.3
f = 6.4 to 31.4 mm (9/32 to 1 1/4 inches) Dimensions: Approx. 48 × 29 × 81 mm (1 15/16 ×
f = 38 to 190 mm (1 1/2 to 7 1/2 inches) (4:3) 1 3/16 × 3 1/4 inches) (W/H/D)
when converted to a 35 mm still camera Mass: Approx. 130 g (4 oz) excluding the power
f = 41 to 203 mm (1 5/8 to 8 inches) (16:9) cord (mains lead)
when converted to a 35 mm still camera
Exposure control: Automatic exposure, Scene Design and specifications are subject to change
Selection (4 modes) without notice.
File format:
Still images: Exif Ver. 2.21 JPEG compliant,
Rechargeable battery pack
DCF compliant Used battery: Lithium-ion battery (built-in)
Movies: MPEG-4 compliant (.MP4) Maximum voltage: DC 8.4 V
Video codec type: MPEG-4 AVC/ Nominal voltage: DC 7.2 V
H.264 Main Profile
Audio codec type: AAC LC Maximum charge voltage: DC 8.4 V
Recording media: Internal Memory (approx. Maximum charge current: 500 mA
12 MB), “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media Capacity: 3.6 Wh (500 mAh)

[Input and Output connectors]

USB jack: mini B, Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 Trademarks
compliant)
• “Memory Stick”, , “Memory Stick PRO”,
A/V OUT jack: Minijack, Video out, audio out , “Memory Stick Duo”,
(mono) , “Memory Stick PRO
[LCD screen] Duo”, , “Memory
LCD panel: 6 cm (2.5 type) TFT drive Stick Micro”, “MagicGate”, and
are trademarks of Sony
Total number of dots: 153 600 (640 × 240) dots Corporation.
[Power, general] • Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and
Power: Lithium ion battery (built-in), 7.2 V DirectX are either registered trademarks or
AC-DL960 AC Adaptor (supplied), 9.6 V trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the
Power consumption: 2.3 W (when the movie United States and/or other countries.
image size is [720 30P]) • Macintosh, Mac OS, iMac, iBook, PowerBook,
Operating temperature: 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F) Power Mac and eMac are trademarks or
registered trademarks of Apple Inc.
Storage temperature: –20 to +60°C (–4 to +140°F)
• Intel, MMX, and Pentium are trademarks or
Dimensions: Approx. 43 × 61 × 105 mm (1 3/4 ×
registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.
2 1/2 × 4 1/4 inches) (W/H/D, excluding
In addition, system and product names used in this
protrusions) manual are, in general, trademarks or registered
Mass: Approx. 210 g (7 oz) (including strap, etc.) trademarks of their respective developers or
Microphone: Monaural manufacturers. However, the ™ or ® marks are
not used in all cases in this manual.
Speaker: Monaural

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