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Remove/insert memory stick

• The slot for the memory stick is located in the 

compartment on the bottom where the batteries 
are located

• Lexar memory sticks have a “lock” slide on the 

opposite side

– If Locked(you will see red) you cannot take/delete 

pictures

• Always turn off the camera before removing the 

memory stick (or changing batteries)

– See next slide

Summary of Contents for Cyber-shot DSC-W5

Page 1: ...Using the Sony Cyber shot DSC W5 ...

Page 2: ...king at the manual to see all of the features that this camera has I also recommend reviewing the Read This First booklet blue booklet for a quick overview of the basics This is your navigation area it has up down right left buttons that also perform other functions as well ...

Page 3: ...camera will not be used for an extended period of time Remove the batteries and store in the plastic case supplied It is best to recharge batteries when they are completely used up Recharging before the using up the existing charge can shorten the life of the battery Battery life is shortened in cold temperatures Don t leave your camera or batteries in the car outside during cold or hot weather Fu...

Page 4: ...display or the viewfinder when taking pictures Turning off the LCD will help conserve battery power Pressing the button on the camera will take you thru 4 views Indicators on default Histogram indicators on No indicators Blank screen ...

Page 5: ...e Quality 5 settings for picture quality 5 1 MP for best quality when printing 8x10 3 2 MP 3 MP 1 MP good quality for 4 x 6 prints VGA best for email web pages and getting the most images on the memory stick ...

Page 6: ...k to store images The lower the MP setting the more pictures you can get on the stick At Fine setting which gives you better print shoot quality on a 32MB stick A 64MB stick should give you double what is shown here VGA 394 images 1M 101 images 3M 41 images 3 2M 32 images 5M 25 images ...

Page 7: ...e compartment on the bottom where the batteries are located Lexar memory sticks have a lock slide on the opposite side If Locked you will see red you cannot take delete pictures Always turn off the camera before removing the memory stick or changing batteries See next slide ...

Page 8: ...Insert remove stick This is not a view of the W5 but the cover opens the same The cover is located on the bottom of the W5 ...

Page 9: ...Changing image size To change the 5M 3 2M 3M 1M and VGA settings Turn the dial to the picture of the camera and turn on power Press the button on the back that has a small grid trash can ...

Page 10: ...Changing image size ...

Page 11: ...3 settings Forced Flash Flash used regardless of light Slow synchro lightning bolt with SL Flash used and shutter speed is slower under dark conditions No flash Just press the button to move thru the choices ...

Page 12: ...Up and movie to take a picture Pressing the shutter button half way will focus your image Press all the way to shoot your picture Quickly review your last shot while taking pictures Press the button with the arrow to review Press again to go back to shoot mode ...

Page 13: ...Viewing images on camera this is different than reviewing the last picture taken while shooting Turn the dial to Use the to scroll thru the images Forward Back ...

Page 14: ...Viewing images on your computer You can use the Card Reader to view print pictures saved on your memory stick ...

Page 15: ...Viewing with the card reader Just insert the memory stick into the card reader in the front slot Insert the memory stick with label side up contact side down Label side Contact side ...

Page 16: ...y stick into the USB port Found at the front of your computer on most newer models Your computer will automatically see and find this new hardware If you should have problems seeing the card reader let Technology know This end goes in the USB port on your computer ...

Page 17: ... memory stick has been connected to your computer Double click on My Computer Double click on Removable Disk E You will see 2 folders DCIM MISC Double click DCIM Double click 101MSDSF Your pictures will now be available You can use the Windows XP feature to print ...

Page 18: ...Printing Images You can always print an image by inserting it into a blank Word document and resizing to desired size See Inserting into projects slide for instructions ...

Page 19: ...ows you to choose 8x10 4x6 5x7 etc choices Follow the instructions for viewing images using the card reader While viewing your images click on a picture This will give you a choice to Print Pictures on the LH side of window Follow the steps for the Windows XP wizard to print your images ...

Page 20: ...ess as inserting a picture from a floppy There are just a couple of more clicks involved Insert Picture From File Click on the drop down menu and choose Removable Disk E Double click on DCIM Double click on 101MSDCF Click on the image to be inserted Click Insert ...

Page 21: ...Deleting pictures You can delete pictures while the memory stick is still in the camera Or you can delete using the card reader ...

Page 22: ... E You will see 2 folders DCIM MISC Double click DCIM Deleting Delete entire folder Click on folder named 101MSDSF Hit the delete key on your keyboard The folder has been deleted Then next time you use the memory stick a new folder with the same name will be created Delete individual images Double click on the folder to open it Select image or images to delete Hit the delete key on your keyboard ...

Page 23: ...Delete pictures directly on camera You can quickly delete the last picture taken while in shoot mode Or you can delete while in Viewing mode ...

Page 24: ...Delete in shoot mode While reviewing the last picture taken you can delete this image Click on the back button to see the last picture taken ...

Page 25: ... If you want to delete the image you are viewing click the trash can button This is the same button you use to change the megapixel setting ...

Page 26: ... This will give you the Delete Exit button Use the Up button to select Delete The active choice will be yellow Push the middle button to delete Actual view may differ slightly on the DSC W5 model ...

Page 27: ...Delete in View mode Turn your dial to View You will see the Back Next at the bottom Actual view may differ slightly on the DSC W5 model ...

Page 28: ... Use the left right arrow keys to move thru your pictures When you find one you want to delete touch the trash can button ...

Page 29: ... This will give you the Delete Exit button Use the Up button to select Delete The active choice will be yellow Push the middle button to delete Actual view may differ slightly on the DSC W5 model ...

Page 30: ...tc Just use Windows Explorer Select the image s to copy Click Copy selected Items link found on the LH side of window Choose your location Because default naming of images might result in multiple copies with the same name I recommend creating a new folder for each batch of pictures to avoid this Click Copy ...

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