© 2007 Sony Corporation 2-897-945-11(1)Digital Still CameraCyber-shot HandbookDSC-S650/S700Before operating the unit, please read this Handbook and “I
10Identifying partsSee the pages in parentheses for details of operation.A Shutter button (19)B Mode dial (19)C Self-timer lamp (22)D LensE POWER butt
100IndexMenu...30Items...31Shooting ...32Viewing ...
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11Identifying partsL AC adaptor cord coverWhen using an AC-LS5K AC Adaptor (not supplied)• Do not pinch the cord when you close the cover.• You cannot
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 (24)FINE STD Image quality (36)Recording folder (49)• This does not appear when using intern
14Indicators on the screenWhen playing back still imagesWhen playing back moviesABDisplay IndicationBattery remainingRecording mode (19)Image size (24
15Indicators on the screenCDEDisplay IndicationPictBridge connecting (78)Recording folder (49)• This does not appear when using internal memory.Playba
16Changing the screen displayEach time you press the DISP button, the display changes as follows.• By pressing DISP button longer, you can increase th
17Using the internal memoryThe camera has approximately 24 MB of internal memory. This memory is not removable. Even when there is no “Memory Stick Du
18Basic OperationsUsing the mode dialSet the mode dial to the desired function.On Function GuideWhen you press the control button, the descriptions of
19Basic OperationsShooting images easily (Auto adjustment mode)1 Select a mode with the mode dial.Still image (auto adjustment mode): Select .Movie:
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)Movie: Press the shutter button fully down.To stop recording, press the shutter button fully down again
21Basic OperationsShooting images easily (Auto adjustment mode)Flash (Selecting a flash mode for still images)Press v ( ) on the control button repeat
22Shooting images easily (Auto adjustment mode)Using the self-timerPress V ( ) on the control button repeatedly until the desired mode is selected.(No
23Basic OperationsShooting images easily (Auto adjustment mode) EV (Adjusting the exposure manually)Press b ( ) on the control button, then press v (B
24Shooting images easily (Auto adjustment mode)To change the still image sizePress (Image Size), and then press v/V to select the size.For details o
25Basic OperationsShooting still images (Scene selection)1 Select the desired mode of Scene Selection ( , , , , , , ).• For details on modes, se
26Shooting still images (Scene selection)Scene Selection modesThe following modes are predetermined to match the scene conditions.*The shutter speed b
27Basic OperationsShooting still images (Scene selection)Functions that cannot be combined with Scene SelectionFor shooting an image appropriately acc
28Viewing/deleting images1 Press (Playback) button.If you press (Playback) button when the camera is powered off, the camera is turned on in the p
29Basic OperationsViewing/deleting imagesViewing an index screenPress (Index) and select an image with v/V/b/B. To display the next (previous) index
3Table of contentsNotes on using your camera ...2Basic techniques for better images
30Using the menuUsing menu items1 Recording: Turn on the camera, then set the mode dial.Playback: Press (Playback) button.Different items are availa
31For details on the operation 1 page 30Using the menuMenu itemsMenu for shooting (page 32)The menu items available vary depending on the mode dial po
32For details on the operation 1 page 30Shooting menuThe default settings are marked with .You can change the brightness of the image, accompanied by
33Using 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
34Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 30Adjusts the color tones according to the lighting condition in a situation, for example, when th
35Using 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
36Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 30Selects the still image quality. (P.Quality): Selecting the still image qualityFine (FINE)Record
37Using the menuShooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 30Selects whether the camera performs continuous shooting or not when you press the
38Shooting menu For details on the operation 1 page 30Adjusts the amount of flash light.• To change flash mode, see page 21.Adjusts the sharpness of t
39For details on the operation 1 page 30Using the menuViewing menuThe default settings are marked with .Selects the folder containing the image you w
4Table of contentsViewing menu ... 39 (Folder): Selecting the fo
40Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 30Protects images against accidental erasure.To protect images in single-image mode1 Display the im
41Using the menuViewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 30To cancel the protectionIn single-image modePress z in step 3 or 4 of “To protect i
42Viewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 30Plays back recorded images in order (Slide show).1 Select [Interval], [Repeat] and [Image] with v
43Using the menuViewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 30You can change the image size of a recorded image (Resize), and save it as a new fi
44Viewing 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
45Using the Setup screenUsing the Setup screenUsing Setup itemsYou can change the default settings using the Setup screen.1 Press MENU to display the
46For details on the operation 1 page 45 CameraThe default settings are marked with .Selects the digital zoom mode. The camera enlarges the image usi
47Using the Setup screenCamera For details on the operation 1 page 45When you operate the camera, the description of functions is displayed.Reduces th
48For details on the operation 1 page 45 Internal Memory ToolThis item does not appear when a “Memory Stick Duo” is inserted in the camera.Formats the
49For details on the operation 1 page 45Using the Setup screen Memory Stick ToolThis item appears only when a “Memory Stick Duo” is inserted in the ca
5Table of contentsEnjoying your Windows computer ...57Installing the software (supplied)...
50Memory Stick Tool For details on the operation 1 page 45Changes the folder currently used for recording images.1 Select [OK] with v on the control b
51Using the Setup screenMemory Stick Tool For details on the operation 1 page 45Copies all images in the internal memory to a “Memory Stick Duo”.1 Ins
52For details on the operation 1 page 45 Setup 11The default settings are marked with .Selects the brightness of the LCD backlight when using the cam
53For details on the operation 1 page 45Using the Setup screen Setup 22The default settings are marked with .Selects the method used to assign file n
54Setup 2 For details on the operation 1 page 45Sets the video signal output according to the TV color system of the connected video equipment. Differ
55Viewing images on a TV screenViewing images on a TV screenViewing images on a TV screenYou can view images on a TV screen by connecting the camera t
56Viewing images on a TV screenOn TV color systemsIf you want to view images on a TV screen, you need a TV with a video input jack and the dedicated A
57Using your computerUsing your computerEnjoying your Windows computerFor details on using a Macintosh computer, refer to “Using your Macintosh comput
58Enjoying your Windows computerThe following environment is recommended for a computer connected to the camera.Recommended environment for copying im
59Using your computerInstalling the software (supplied)You can install the software (supplied) using the following procedure.• When using Windows 2000
6Basic techniques for better imagesWhen you press the shutter button halfway down, the camera adjusts the focus automatically (Auto Focus). Remember t
60Copying images to your computerThis section describes the process using a Windows computer as an example.You can copy images from the camera to your
61Using your computerCopying images to your computer• With Windows XP, the AutoPlay wizard appears on the desktop.“USB Mode Mass Storage” appears on t
62Copying images to your computer1 After making a USB connection in Stage 2, click [Copy pictures to a folder on my computer using Microsoft Scanner a
63Using your computerCopying images to your computer5 Click the radio button next to [Nothing. I’m finished working with these pictures] to select it,
64Copying images to your computer3 Double-click the [My Documents] folder. Then, right-click on the “My Documents” window to display the menu and clic
65Using your computerCopying images to your computerPerform the procedures listed below beforehand when:• Disconnecting the dedicated USB cable• Remov
66Copying images to your computer• Image files are named as follows. ssss stands for any number within the range from 0001 to 9999. The numerical port
67Using your computerViewing image files stored on a computer with your camera (using a “Memory Stick Duo”)This section describes the process using a
68Using the “Picture Motion Browser” (supplied)You can use still images and movies from the camera more than ever by taking advantage of the software.
69Using your computerUsing the “Picture Motion Browser” (supplied)2 Connect the camera to your computer with the dedicated USB cable.After the camera
7Basic techniques for better imagesYou can create various images by adjusting the exposure and the ISO sensitivity. Exposure is the amount of light th
70Using the “Picture Motion Browser” (supplied)Year display screenMonth display screenHour display screen• To list images from a particular year or mo
71Using your computerUsing the “Picture Motion Browser” (supplied)Images can be saved in CD or DVD as a data disc.• CD burner drive or DVD burner driv
72Using the “Picture Motion Browser” (supplied)Preparing images stored on the computer for viewingTo view them, register the folder that contains the
73Using your computerUsing the “Picture Motion Browser” (supplied)1 Click [Start] t [Control Panel] (in Windows 2000, [Start] t [Settings] t [Control
74Using your Macintosh computerYou can copy images to your Macintosh computer.• “Picture Motion Browser” is not compatible with Macintosh computers.Th
75Using your computerUsing your Macintosh computerPerform the procedures listed below beforehand when:• Disconnecting the dedicated USB cable• Removin
76Printing 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
77Printing still imagesPrinting images directly using a PictBridge compliant printerEven if you do not have a computer, you can print images shot usin
78Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer1 Connect the camera to the printer.2 Turn on your camera and the printer.After the con
79Printing still imagesPrinting images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer2 Select print settings with v/V/b/B.[Index]Select [On] to print a
8Basic techniques for better imagesThe apparent color of the subject is affected by the lighting conditions.Example: The color of an image affected by
80Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer[Select]Selects images and prints all the selected images.Select the image you want to
81Printing still imagesPrinting at a shopYou can take a “Memory Stick Duo” containing images shot with your camera to a photo printing service shop. A
82Printing at a shop1 Display the index screen (page 29).2 Press MENU to display the menu.3 Select DPOF with b/B, then press z.4 Select [Select] with
83TroubleshootingTroubleshootingTroubleshootingIf you experience trouble with your camera, try the following solutions.Please understand that you give
84TroubleshootingThe battery remaining indicator is incorrect, or sufficient battery remaining indicator is displayed but the power runs out too quick
85TroubleshootingTroubleshootingYour camera cannot record images.• Check the free capacity of the internal memory or “Memory Stick Duo”. If it is full
86TroubleshootingThe close-up shoot function (Macro) does not work.• (Twilight mode) or (Landscape mode) is selected in the Scene mode (page 27).Th
87TroubleshootingTroubleshootingDots appear and remain on the screen.• This is not a malfunction. These dots are not recorded (page 2).Cannot shoot im
88TroubleshootingThe resizing function does not work.• You cannot resize movies.You do not know if the OS of your computer is compatible with the came
89TroubleshootingTroubleshootingThe image cannot be played back on a computer.• If you are using “Picture Motion Browser,” refer to the Help.• Consult
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
90TroubleshootingCannot insert a “Memory Stick Duo”.• Insert it in the correct direction.Cannot format a “Memory Stick Duo”.• You are using the “Memor
91TroubleshootingTroubleshootingCannot print images with the date inserted.• You can print images with the date inserted using “Picture Motion Browser
92TroubleshootingCannot select the print size.• Consult the printer manufacturer as to whether the printer can provide the desired size.Cannot print t
93TroubleshootingWarning messagesIf the following messages appear, follow the instructions.E• The battery level is low. Install new ones or charged Ni
94Warning messagesCannot record• The camera cannot record images in the selected folder. Select a different folder (page 50).File error• An error occu
95OthersOthersTo use your camera abroad — Power sourcesYou can use your camera, the AC-LS5K AC Adaptor (not supplied) in any country or region where t
96On 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
97OthersOn the “Memory Stick”• Do not use or store the “Memory Stick Duo” under the following conditions:– High temperature locations such as the hot
98On the batteriesBatteries you can and cannot use with your cameraA: suppliedB: supportedC: rechargeable*1Before using batteries, read the following
99IndexIndexIndexAAC Adaptor.......11Adjusting EV .......23AE/AF lock indicator....19AF lock ....
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