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4-148-681-12(1)
Getting started
Shooting/viewing
images
Digital Still Camera
Using shooting
Instruction Manual
functions
DSC-TX1
Using viewing
functions
Deleting images
Connecting to other
devices
Changing camera
settings
GB
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Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DSC-TX1 Serial No. ___________________________ WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. If the shape of the plug does not fit the power outlet, use an attachment plug adaptor of the proper configuration for the power outlet. C
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� Dispose of used battery packs promptly as For Customers in the U.S.A. described in the instructions. [ Battery charger UL is an internationally recognized safety organization. Even if the CHARGE lamp is not lit, the battery The UL Mark on the product means it has been charger is not disconnected from the AC power UL Listed. source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket). If some trouble occurs while using the battery charger, immediately shut off the power b
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[ Note: [ Notice This equipment has been tested and found to If static electricity or electromagnetism causes comply with the limits for a Class B digital data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. the application or disconnect and connect the communication cable (USB, etc.) again. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a [ Disposal of Old Electrical & residential installation. This e
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Disposal of waste batteries Notice for customers in the (applicable in the European Union United Kingdom and other European countries with separate collection systems) A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience. Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced, a fuse of the same rating as the supplied one and approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362, This symbol on the battery or on the packaging (i.e., marked with an or mark)
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Table of contents Notes on using the camera........................................................................ 8 Getting started ................................................................... 10 Checking the accessories supplied ........................................................ 10 Identifying parts....................................................................................... 11 Charging the battery pack....................................................................
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Deleting images ............................................................................. 39 Deleting images ...................................................................................... 39 Deleting all images (Format) ................................................................... 39 Connecting to other devices ................................................. 40 Viewing images on a TV.......................................................................... 40 Printing still i
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Notes on using the camera � Do not shake or strike the camera. It may Changing the language setting cause a malfunction and you may not be able The screen language can be changed if to record images. Furthermore, the recording necessary. media may become unusable or image data To change the language setting, touch , may be damaged. then select (Settings) t (Main � Clean the flash surface before use. The heat Settings) t [Language Setting]. of flash emission may cause dirt on the flash
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On image data compatibility � The camera conforms with DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) universal standard established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). � Sony does not guarantee that the camera will play back images recorded or edited with other equipment, or that other equipment will play back images recorded with the camera. Warning on copyright Television programs, films, videotapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauth
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Getting started Getting started Checking the accessories supplied � Battery charger BC-CSD (1) xUsing the wrist strap The wrist strap is already attached to the camera at the factory. Place your hand through the loop to prevent the camera from damage by being dropped. Hook � Power cord (mains lead) (1) (not supplied in the USA and Canada) xUsing the paint pen The paint pen is used when operating the � Rechargeable battery pack NP-BD1 (1)/ touch panel. It attaches to the wrist strap. Battery c
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Getting started Identifying parts A Zoom (W/T) lever B Shutter button C Microphone D ON/OFF (Power) button E Flash F Self-timer lamp/Smile Shutter lamp/ AF illuminator G Lens H Lens cover I LCD screen/Touch panel J (Playback) button K Hook for wrist strap/Grip L Speaker M Battery/“Memory Stick Duo” media cover N Tripod receptacle � Use a tripod with a screw less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inches) long. Otherwise, you cannot firmly secure the camera, and damage to the Bottom camera may occur. O Bat
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Getting started Charging the battery pack Insert the battery pack into 1 the battery charger. � You can charge the battery even when it is partially charged. Battery pack Connect the battery For customers in the USA and Canada 2 charger to the wall Plug outlet (wall socket). If you continue charging the battery pack for about one more hour after the CHARGE lamp turns off, the charge will last slightly longer (full charge). CHARGE lamp Lit: Charging Off: Charging finished (normal CHARGE
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Getting started xCharging time Full charge time Normal charge time Approx. 220 min. Approx. 160 min. Notes � The table above shows the time required to charge a fully depleted battery pack at a temperature of 25°C (77°F). Charging may take longer depending on conditions of use and circumstances. � Connect the battery charger to the nearest wall outlet (wall socket). � When charging is finished, disconnect the power cord (mains lead) from the wall outlet (wall socket), and remove the battery pa
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Getting started Inserting the battery pack/a “Memory Stick Duo” media (sold separately) Open the cover. 1 Insert the “Memory Stick 2 Duo” media (sold separately). With the terminal side facing the lens, insert the “Memory Stick Duo” media until it clicks into place. Polarity Insert the battery pack. marks 3 Check the direction of the battery, make sure the polarity marks are facing the LCD screen, and insert the battery until the battery eject lever is locked. Battery eject lever Close t
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Getting started x“Memory Stick” media that xWhen there is no “Memory you can use Stick Duo” media inserted Images are stored in the camera’s internal “Memory Stick Duo” media memory (approximately 11 MB). To copy images from the internal memory to a “Memory Stick Duo” media, insert the “Memory Stick Duo” You can also use a “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media in the camera, touch t media or “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” (Settings) t ("Memory Stick" media with the camera. Tool) t [Copy]. For detai
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Getting started Setting the clock ON/OFF (Power) button Lower the lens cover. 1 The camera is turned on. � You can also turn on the camera by pressing the ON/OFF (Power) button. � It may take time for the power to turn on and allow operation. Lens cover Select the desired date 2 display format, then touch . Select Daylight Savings 3 [On]/[Off] then touch . Select the item to be set, 4 then set the value with v/V and touch . � Midnight is indicated as 12:00 AM, and noon as 12:00 PM. GB 16
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Getting started Select your desired area 5 with b/B, then touch . Touch [OK]. 6 Note � The camera does not have a feature for superimposing dates on images. By using “PMB” in the CD-ROM (supplied), you can print or save images with the date. xSetting the date and time again Touch t (Settings) t (Clock Settings) (page 50). GB 17
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Shooting/viewing images Shooting/viewing images Shooting images Lower the lens cover. 1 The camera is turned on. � To shoot movies, set (REC Mode) to (Movie Mode) (page 33). Lens cover Hold the camera 2 Zoom (W/T) lever steady as illustrated. � Slide the zoom (W/T) lever to the T side to zoom. Slide to the W side to return. Press the shutter Shutter button SteadyShot 3 mark button halfway down to focus. is displayed to indicate that SteadyShot is working. When the image is in focus,
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Shooting/viewing images Viewing images Press the (Playback) 1 button. � When images on a “Memory Stick Duo” media recorded with other cameras cannot be played back, touch t (View Mode) t [Folder View] to view the images. (Playback) button xSelecting next/previous image Touch (Next)/ (Previous) on the screen. xDeleting an image Touch (Delete) t [This Image]. xReturning to shooting images Touch . � You can also return to shooting mode by pressing the shutter button halfway down. xT
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Using shooting functions Displaying minimum indicators (Easy Mode) This mode allows you to shoot still images using the minimum necessary functions. The text size increases and indicators become easier to see. Touch t (Easy 1 Mode) t [OK]. Action Operation method Smile Shutter Touch (Smile) Image Size t [Image Size] t Select [Large] or [Small] Flash t [Flash] t Select [Auto] or [Off] Self-Timer t [Self-Timer] t Select [On] or [Off] Exit Easy Mode t [Exit Easy Mode] t Touch [OK] zViewing sti
