© 2007 Sony Corporation 3-198-860-12(1)Digital Still CameraCyber-shot HandbookDSC-S800Before operating the unit, please read this Handbook and “Instru
10Identifying partsSee the pages in parentheses for details of operation.A Shutter button (19)B Mode dial (19)C MicrophoneD LensE POWER buttonF POWER
100On the batteriesBatteries you can and cannot use with your cameraA: suppliedB: supportedC: rechargeable*1NH-AA-2DB twin pack, etc.*2Before using ba
101OthersOn the batteriesBattery life of Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries• The battery life is limited. The battery capacity decreases little by little
102On the battery charger On the battery charger• Do not charge any other batteries except Sony Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries in the battery charger
103IndexIndexIndexAAC Adaptor...11Adjusting EV ...23AE/AF lock indicator...19AF Illuminator ...
104IndexMMacintosh computer...76Recommended environment...76Macro...21Map View ...
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11Identifying partsL Tripod receptacle (bottom)• Use a tripod with a screw length of less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). You will be unable to firmly secure
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 (51)• 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 (80)Recording folder (51)• 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 54 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 menuViewing menu For details on the operation 1 page 30Records an enlarged image (page 28) as a new file.1 Press MENU during playback zoom
46Using the Setup screenUsing Setup itemsYou can change the default settings using the Setup screen.1 Press MENU to display the menu.2 After pressing
47For details on the operation 1 page 46Using the Setup screen CameraThe default settings are marked with .Selects the digital zoom mode. The camera
48Camera For details on the operation 1 page 46When you operate the camera, the description of functions is displayed.Reduces the red-eye phenomenon w
49Using the Setup screenCamera For details on the operation 1 page 46Displays the recorded image on the screen for approximately two seconds immediate
5Table of contentsEnjoying your Windows computer ...59Installing the software (supplied)...
50For details on the operation 1 page 46 Internal Memory ToolThis item does not appear when a “Memory Stick Duo” is inserted in the camera.Formats the
51For details on the operation 1 page 46Using the Setup screen Memory Stick ToolThis item appears only when a “Memory Stick Duo” is inserted in the ca
52Memory Stick Tool For details on the operation 1 page 46Changes the folder currently used for recording images.1 Select [OK] with v on the control b
53Using the Setup screenMemory Stick Tool For details on the operation 1 page 46Copies all images in the internal memory to a “Memory Stick Duo”.1 Ins
54For details on the operation 1 page 46 Setup 11The default settings are marked with .Selects the brightness of the LCD backlight when using the cam
55For details on the operation 1 page 46Using the Setup screen Setup 22The default settings are marked with .Selects the method used to assign file n
56Setup 2 For details on the operation 1 page 46Sets the video signal output according to the TV color system of the connected video equipment. Differ
57Viewing 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
58Viewing 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
59Using your computerUsing your computerEnjoying your Windows computerFor details on using a Macintosh computer, refer to “Using your Macintosh comput
6Basic techniques for better imagesWhen you press the shutter button halfway down, the camera adjusts the focus automatically (Auto Focus). Remember t
60Enjoying your Windows computerThe following environment is recommended for a computer connected to the camera.Recommended environment for copying im
61Using your computerInstalling the software (supplied)You can install the software (supplied) using the following procedure.• When using Windows 2000
62Copying images to your computerThis section describes the process using a Windows computer as an example.You can copy images from the camera to your
63Using your computerCopying images to your computer• With Windows XP/Vista, the AutoPlay wizard appears on the desktop.“USB Mode Mass Storage” appear
64Copying 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
65Using your computerCopying images to your computer5 Click the radio button next to [Nothing. I’m finished working with these pictures] to select it,
66Copying images to your computer3 Double-click the [My Documents] folder. Then, right-click on the “My Documents” window to display the menu and clic
67Using your computerCopying images to your computerPerform the procedures listed below beforehand when:• Disconnecting the dedicated USB cable• Remov
68Copying 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
69Using your computerViewing image files stored on a computer with your camera (using a “Memory Stick Duo”)This section describes the process using a
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)You can use still images and movies from the camera more than ever by taking advantage of the software.
71Using your computerUsing the “Picture Motion Browser” (supplied)2 Connect the camera to your computer with the dedicated USB cable.After the camera
72Using the “Picture Motion Browser” (supplied)Year display screenMonth display screenHour display screen• To list images from a particular year or mo
73Using 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
74Using the “Picture Motion Browser” (supplied)Preparing images stored on the computer for viewingTo view them, register the folder that contains the
75Using your computerUsing the “Picture Motion Browser” (supplied)1 Click [Start] t [Control Panel] (in Windows 2000, [Start] t [Settings] t [Control
76Using your Macintosh computerYou can copy images to your Macintosh computer.• “Picture Motion Browser” is not compatible with Macintosh computers.Th
77Using your computerUsing your Macintosh computerPerform the procedures listed below beforehand when:• Disconnecting the dedicated USB cable• Removin
78Printing 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
79Printing still imagesPrinting images directly using a PictBridge compliant printerEven if you do not have a computer, you can print images shot usin
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 printer1 Connect the camera to the printer.2 Turn on your camera and the printer.After the con
81Printing still imagesPrinting images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer2 Select print settings with v/V/b/B.[Index]Select [On] to print a
82Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer[Select]Selects images and prints all the selected images.Select the image you want to
83Printing still imagesPrinting at a shopYou can take a “Memory Stick Duo” containing images shot with your camera to a photo printing service shop. A
84Printing 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
85TroubleshootingTroubleshootingTroubleshootingIf you experience trouble with your camera, try the following solutions.Please understand that you give
86TroubleshootingThe battery remaining indicator is incorrect, or sufficient battery remaining indicator is displayed but the power runs out too quick
87TroubleshootingTroubleshootingYour camera cannot record images.• Check the free capacity of the internal memory or “Memory Stick Duo”. If it is full
88TroubleshootingThe close-up shoot function (Macro) does not work.• (Twilight mode) or (Landscape mode) is selected in the Scene mode (page 27).Th
89TroubleshootingTroubleshootingDots appear and remain on the screen.• This is not a malfunction. These dots are not recorded (page 2).Cannot shoot im
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
90TroubleshootingThe resizing function does not work.• You cannot resize movies.You do not know if the OS of your computer is compatible with the came
91TroubleshootingTroubleshootingThe image cannot be played back on a computer.• If you are using “Picture Motion Browser,” refer to the Help.• Consult
92TroubleshootingCannot insert a “Memory Stick Duo”.• Insert it in the correct direction.Cannot format a “Memory Stick Duo”.• You are using the “Memor
93TroubleshootingTroubleshootingCannot print images with the date inserted.• You can print images with the date inserted using “Picture Motion Browser
94TroubleshootingCannot select the print size.• Consult the printer manufacturer as to whether the printer can provide the desired size.Cannot print t
95TroubleshootingWarning messagesIf the following messages appear, follow the instructions.E• The battery level is low. Charge the Nickel-Metal Hydrid
96Warning messagesCannot record• The camera cannot record images in the selected folder. Select a different folder (page 52).File error• An error occu
97OthersOthersTo use your camera abroad — Power sourcesYou can use your camera, the AC-LS5K AC Adaptor (not supplied) in any country or region where t
98On 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
99OthersOn the “Memory Stick”• Do not use or store the “Memory Stick Duo” under the following conditions:– High temperature locations such as the hot
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