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Digital Still Camera / Instruction Manual GB
Cámara fotografía digital / Manual de instrucciones ES
DSC-WX300
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English Learning more about the camera (“Cyber-shot User Guide”) “Cyber-shot User Guide” is an on-line manual. Refer to it for in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camera. 1 Access the Sony support page. http://www.sony.net/SonyInfo/Support/ 2 Select your country or region. 3 Search for the model name of your camera within the support page. � Check the model name on the bottom of your camera. Checking the supplied items The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces. •
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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 your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DSC-WX300 Serial No. _____________________________ Model No. AC-UB10/AC-UB10B/AC-UB10C/AC-UB10D Serial No. _____________________________ GB WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS -SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS D
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� Be sure to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that can charge the battery pack. � Keep the battery pack out of the reach of small children. � Keep the battery pack dry. � Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by Sony. � Dispose of used battery packs promptly as described in the instructions. [ AC Adaptor Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) imm
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For Customers in the U.S.A. UL is an internationally recognized safety organization. The UL Mark on the product means it has been UL Listed. If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) GB The number below is for the FCC related matters only. [ Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSC-WX300 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. T
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The supplied interface cable must be used with the equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules. For Customers in Canada This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. For Customers
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[ Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over 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
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Notice for customers in the United Kingdom 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, (i.e., marked with an or mark) must be used. If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fu
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Identifying parts C For shooting: W/T (Zoom) lever For viewing: (Index) lever/ (Playback zoom) lever D Flash E Self-timer lamp/Smile Shutter lamp/AF illuminator GB F Charge lamp G ON/OFF (Power) button H Microphone I Lens J LCD screen K (Playback) button L MOVIE (Movie) button M Multi/Micro USB Terminal* N Hook for wrist strap O Wi-Fi receiver (built-in) P Control wheel Q MENU button R / (In-Camera Guide/Delete) button S Speaker T Tripod receptacle � Use a tripod with a screw less than 5.5
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Inserting the battery pack Battery eject lever Open the cover. 1 Insert the battery pack. 2 � While pressing the battery eject lever, insert the battery pack as illustrated. Make sure that the battery eject lever locks after insertion. � Closing the cover with the battery inserted incorrectly may damage the camera. GB 10
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Charging the battery pack For customers in the USA and Canada GB Charge lamp Power cord Lit: Charging (Mains lead) Off: Charging finished Flashing: For customers in countries/regions Charging error or charging other than the USA and Canada paused temporarily because the camera is not within the proper temperature range Connect the camera to the AC Adaptor (supplied), 1 using the micro USB cable (supplied). Connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket). 2 The Charge lamp lights
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Notes � If the Charge lamp on the camera flashes when the AC Adaptor is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket), this indicates that charging is temporarily stopped because the temperature is outside the recommended range. When the temperature gets back within the appropriate range, the charging resumes. We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10°C to 30°C (50ºF to 86ºF). � The battery pack may not be effectively charged if the terminal section of the
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x Charging by connecting to a computer The battery pack can be charged by connecting the camera to a computer using a micro USB cable. GB To a USB jack Notes � Note the following points when charging via a computer: – If the camera is connected to a laptop computer that is not connected to a power source, the laptop battery level decreases. Do not charge for an extended period of time. – Do not turn on/off or restart the computer, or wake the computer to resume from sleep mode when a USB con
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– [Disp. Resolution]: [Standard] � The number for “Shooting (still images)” is based on the CIPA standard, and is for shooting under the following conditions: (CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association) – DISP (Display Setting) is set to [ON]. – Shooting once every 30 seconds. – The zoom is switched alternately between the W and T ends. – The flash strobes once every two times. – The power turns on and off once every ten times. � The numbers of minutes for movie shooting are based on the CIPA
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Inserting a memory card (sold separately) Ensure the notched corner GB faces correctly. Open the cover. 1 Insert the memory card (sold separately). 2 � With the notched corner facing as illustrated, insert the memory card until it clicks into place. Close the cover. 3 x Memory cards that can be used Memory card For still images For movies Memory Stick XC-HG Duo Memory Stick PRO Duo (Mark2 only) A Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo Memory Stick Duo — B Memory Stick Micro (M2) (Mark2 only) SD memory card (C
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Notes � To use a “Memory Stick Micro” media or microSD memory card with the camera, be sure to insert it into a dedicated adaptor first. x To remove the memory card/battery pack Memory card: Push the memory card in once to eject the memory card. Battery pack: Slide the battery eject lever. Be sure not to drop the battery pack. Notes � Never remove the memory card/battery pack when the access lamp (page 9) is lit. This may cause damage to data in the memory card/internal memory. Setting the clo
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Set [Date & Time Format], [Daylight Savings] or 4 [Summer Time] and [Date & Time], then select [OK] t [OK]. � Midnight is indicated as 12:00 AM, and noon as 12:00 PM. Follow the instructions on the screen. 5 � The battery pack will run out quickly when: – [Disp. Resolution] is set to [High]. GB Shooting still images/movies Shutter button MOVIE Mode dial W/T (Zoom) : Intelligent Auto lever : Movie Mode W: zoom out T: zoom in Shooting still images Press the shutter button halfway down to focus.
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Notes � The sound of the lens and lever operating will be recorded when the zoom function operates while shooting a movie. The sound of the MOVIE button operating may also be recorded when movie recording is finished. � The panoramic shooting range may be reduced, depending on the subject or the way it is shot. Therefore even when [360°] is set for panoramic shooting, the recorded image may be less than 360 degrees. � Continuous shooting is possible for approximately 29 minutes at one time a
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x Deleting an image 1 Press / (Delete) button. 2 Select [This Image] with v on the control wheel, then press z. x Returning to shooting images Press the shutter button halfway down. GB In-Camera Guide This camera is equipped with a built-in instruction guide. This allows you to search the camera’s functions according to your needs. MENU / (In-Camera Guide) Press the MENU button. 1 Select the desired MENU item, then press the / (In- 2 Camera Guide) button. The operation guide for the selected
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Introduction of other functions Other functions used when shooting or playing back can be operated using the control wheel or MENU button on the camera. This camera is equipped with a Function Guide that allows you to easily select from the functions. While displaying the guide, you can use various functions. Control wheel MENU Function Guide x Control wheel DISP (Display Setting): Allows you to change the screen display. / (Cont. Shooting/Self-Timer): Allows you to use the self-timer and b
