DSC-D700
3-865-496-12 (1)
© 1998 by Sony Corporation
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future
reference.
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-D700
Serial No.
DSC-D700
Digital
Still Camera
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WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to
rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer
servicing to qualified personnel only.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.
For the customers in the U.S.A.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could
void your authority to operate this equipment.
This device requires shielded interface cable to comply with FCC emission limits.
For the Customers in the U.S.A. and CANADA
DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM ION BATTERY.
LITHIUM ION BATTERY.
DISPOSE OF PROPERLY.
You can return your unwanted lithium ion batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory
Service Center.
Note: In some areas the disposal of lithium ion batteries in household or business trash may be
prohibited.
For the Sony Service Center nearest you call 1-800-222-SONY (United States only).
For the SONY Factory Service Center nearest you call 416-499-SONY (Canada only).
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries.
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Contents
Battery Safety Precautions ...... 5
Operation Precautions .............. 7
To Maintain the Efficiency of the
Camera ....................................... 7
Please Read This ....................... 8
Checking the Supplied
Accessories ............................. 10
Features ................................... 11
Locations and Functions of
Parts
Front ............................................................... 13
Rear ................................................................ 14
Top .................................................................. 17
Bottom ............................................................ 19
LCD Panel ...................................................... 20
LCD Monitor .................................................. 21
Viewfinder ...................................................... 22
Preparations
Charging the Battery Pack .............................. 23
Installation of the Battery Pack ...................... 24
Setting the Time and Date .............................. 26
Preparing the Card .......................................... 28
Initializing a Card ........................................... 30
Attaching the Viewfinder Cap ........................ 31
Attaching the Neck Strap Belt ........................ 32
Putting the Camera in a Semi-Soft Case ........ 33
Taking a Picture
Taking Pictures ............................................... 34
Locking the Focus .......................................... 37
Setting the Focus Manually ............................ 38
Viewing
Checking the Picture Content ......................... 39
Viewing Pictures on a Television ................... 44
Using a PC Card Reader ................................. 44
Using the PC Card/Parallel Port Adaptor ....... 45
Advanced Operations
Settings
Choosing the Shooting Mode ......................... 51
Choosing Picture Size .................................... 53
Choosing the Picture Quality Mode ............... 54
Choosing the Picture Taking Brightness (EV
compensation) ................................................ 56
Adjusting for Natural Color Tone (White
Balance Adjustment) ...................................... 57
Changing the ISO Sensitivity ......................... 59
Choosing a Light Meter Reading Method ...... 60
Resetting the Content of the Settings ............. 62
Saving the Content of Settings ....................... 63
Reading the Saved Settings ............................ 64
Making a Folder to Save Pictures ................... 65
Attaching Keywords (ID Numbers) to Pictures
........................................................................ 66
Miscellaneous Settings ................................... 71
Taking a Picture
Shooting with the Flash .................................. 74
Adjusting White Balance when Taking Pictures
with the Flash ................................................. 76
Continuous Shooting ...................................... 78
Taking a Picture at Regular Intervals (Interval
Shooting) ........................................................ 80
Taking a Picture with the Self-Timer ............. 81
Checking Pictures Directly After Shooting
(Review Function) .......................................... 82
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Playback
Rotating the Picture ........................................ 83
Viewing an Enlarged Picture .......................... 84
Erasing
Erasing All Pictures ........................................ 87
Erasing Selected Pictures ............................... 88
Erasing Pictures during Playback ................... 90
Making it Impossible to Erase Important
Pictures (Protect) ............................................ 92
Miscellaneous
Setting the LCD Monitor Display .................. 94
Adjusting Picture Display on the
LCD Monitor .................................................. 96
Operating the Wireless Remote Control ......... 98
Using a Wall Socket ........................................ 99
Menu Summary ..................... 101
Maintenance .......................... 105
Troubleshooting .................... 106
Warning Indicators ................ 109
Error Messages ..................... 112
Using Overseas ..................... 114
Specifications ........................ 115
Index ....................................... 118
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Battery Safety Precautions
Follow the safety advice below to avoid leakage, internal heating, fires, explosions or accidental
ingestion of batteries.
DANGER (This applies only to battery packs)
· Only charge the battery with the supplied charger.
· Do not put the battery into fire. Do not short it out or dissassemble it.
Do not heat in a microwave or conventional oven. If you carry or store the battery with
metal objects such as coins or hairpins, shorts may occur.
· Do not recharge or leave the battery pack near fire or under the hot sun.
· If you accidentally get liquid that has leaked from the battery in your eyes, flush with
clean water and consult a doctor immediately.
WARNINGS
· Keep the lithium button battery out of the reach of children. In the case of accidental
ingestion, consult a doctor immediately.
· Do not put the battery into fire. Do not short it out, disassemble or heat it.
· Use only the specified type of battery.
NOTES
· Be sure the + or - signs are aligned correctly when inserting the battery.
· Remove the battery when it is empty or if the camera is not used for a long time.
If battery leakage occurs, wipe the battery case dry and insert a new battery. If liquid from battery
leakage happens to get on your clothes or body, wash well with water.
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.