English 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-TX5 Serial No. ______________________________...
• Do not incinerate or dispose of in fire. • Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries. • Be sure to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that can charge the battery pack.
The number below is for the FCC related matters only. Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSC-TX5 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the...
For Customers in Europe Notice for the customers in the countries applying EU Directives The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents.
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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 fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station.
Table of contents Getting started About water-proof, dust-proof, and shock-proof performance of the camera ...8 Refer to “Cyber-shot Handbook” (PDF) on supplied CD-ROM...11 Checking the accessories supplied...11 Notes on using the camera ...12 Identifying parts ...14 Charging the battery pack ...15 Inserting the battery pack/a memory card (sold separately) ...17 Setting the clock ...20...
About water-proof, dust-proof, and shock-proof performance of the camera This camera is equipped to be water-proof, dust-proof and shock-proof. Damage caused from misuse, abuse or failure to properly maintain the camera is not covered by the limited warranty. • This camera is water-proof/dust-proof equivalent to IEC60529 IP58. The camera is operable up to a water depth of 3 m for 60 minutes.
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• Do not open/close the battery/memory card cover or multi-connector cover with wet or sandy hands or near water. There is a risk this will lead to sand or water getting inside. Before opening the cover, perform the procedure described in “Cleaning after using the camera under/near water”. •...
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• The camera body may become discolored if it comes in contact with sunscreen or suntan oil. If the camera does come in contact with sunscreen or suntan oil, quickly wipe it clean. • Do not allow the camera to sit with salt water inside or on the surface. This may lead to corrosion or discoloration, and degradation of water-proof performance.
Refer to “Cyber-shot Handbook” (PDF) on supplied CD-ROM For details on advanced operations, please read “Cyber- shot Handbook” (PDF) on the CD-ROM (supplied) using a computer. Refer to “Cyber-shot Handbook” for in-depth instructions on shooting or viewing images and connecting the camera to your computer, printer or TV (page 24).
Notes on using the camera Changing the language setting The screen language can be changed if necessary. To change the language setting, touch (Main Settings) t [Language Setting]. Internal memory and memory card back up Do not turn off the camera, remove the battery pack, or remove the memory card while the access lamp is lit.
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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.
Identifying parts A Shutter button B Microphone C Lens cover D ON/OFF (Power) button E Flash F Self-timer lamp/Smile Shutter lamp/AF illuminator G Lens H LCD screen/Touch panel I Speaker (Playback) button K Zoom (W/T) lever L Hook for wrist strap M Memory card slot N Battery eject lever O Multi-connector...
Charging the battery pack Insert the battery pack into the battery charger. • You can charge the battery even when it is partially charged. Connect the battery charger to the wall 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...
• When charging is finished, disconnect the power cord (mains lead) from the wall outlet (wall socket), and remove the battery pack from the battery charger. • Be sure to use the battery pack or the battery charger of the genuine Sony brand. Battery life and number of still images you can...
Inserting the battery pack/a memory card (sold separately) Open the cover. Insert a memory card (sold separately). With the notched corner facing as illustrated, insert the memory card until it clicks into place. Insert the battery pack. Align the battery pack with the guide inside the battery insertion slot.
Memory card that you can use The following memory cards are compatible with this camera: “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media, “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” media, “Memory Stick Duo” media, SD memory cards and SDHC memory cards. MultiMediaCard is not compatible. In this manual, the term “Memory Stick Duo”...
To remove the battery pack Battery eject lever Notes on the multi-connector cover To open the multi-connector cover, first open the battery/memory card cover. Then, pull the notch on the left side of the multi-connector cover out with the fingernail. Close the multi-connector cover firmly, then the battery/memory card cover.
Setting the clock Lower the lens cover. 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. Select the desired date display format, then touch [OK].
Shooting still images Lower the lens cover, then confirm that Mode) is set to (Intelligent Auto Adjustment). Hold the camera 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 button halfway down to focus.
Shooting movies Lower the lens cover, then touch (REC Mode) t (Movie Mode). Press the shutter button fully down to start recording. Press the shutter button fully down again to stop recording. Lens cover...
Viewing images Press the button. • When you play back images on a memory card that have been recorded on other cameras, an Image Database registration screen appears. Selecting next/previous image Touch (Next)/ (Previous) on the screen. • To view movies, touch the LCD screen.
Learning more about the camera (“Cyber-shot Handbook”) “Cyber-shot Handbook”, which explains how to use the camera in detail, is included on the CD-ROM (supplied). Refer to it for in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camera. For Windows users Turn on your computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into the CD-ROM drive.
List of icons displayed on the screen The displayed icon positions may differ according to the shooting mode. When shooting still images When shooting movies Display Indication Scene Recognition icon White balance Destination Scene Recognition Vibration warning Movie shooting scene Display Indication Battery remaining...
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Display Indication Focus Red-eye reduction AE/AF lock NR slow shutter Shutter speed F3.5 Aperture value ISO400 ISO number +2.0EV Exposure Value Close focus Flash mode Flash charging Metering mode Standby Recording a movie/ Standby a movie 0:12 Recording time (m:s)
Number of still images and recordable time of movies The number of still images and recordable time may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the memory card. Still images/Panoramic images Capacity Internal memory Approx. Size 16:9(7M) 16:9(2M) Panorama Wide (horizontal) Panorama Standard (horizontal)
Movies The table below shows the approximate maximum recording times. These are the total times for all movie files. Continuous shooting is possible for approximately 29 minutes. Capacity Size 1280×720(Fine) 1280×720(Standard) Note • The continuous shooting time differs according to the shooting conditions (temperature, etc.).
Cleaning the camera surface Clean the camera surface with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water, then wipe the surface with a dry cloth. To prevent damage to the finish or casing: – Do not expose the camera to chemical products such as thinner, benzine, alcohol, disposable cloths, insect repellent, sunscreen or insecticide.
Specifications Camera [System] Image device: 7.59 mm (1/2.4 type) Exmor R CMOS sensor Total pixel number of camera: Approx. 10.6 Megapixels Effective pixel number of camera: Approx. 10.2 Megapixels Lens: Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar 4× zoom lens f = 4.43 mm – 17.7 mm (25 mm – 100 mm (35 mm film equivalent)) F3.5 (W) –...
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[Power, general] Power: Rechargeable battery pack NP-BN1, 3.6 V AC-LS5 AC Adaptor (sold separately), 4.2 V Power consumption (during shooting): 1.0 W Operating temperature: –10°C to +40°C (14°F to 104°F) Storage temperature: –20°C to +60°C (–4°F to +140°F) Dimensions: 94.0 × 56.9 × 17.7 mm (3 3/4 ×...
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Trademarks • The following marks are trademarks of Sony Corporation. , “Cyber-shot,” “Memory Stick,” Stick PRO,” “Memory Stick Duo,” Stick PRO Duo,” Stick PRO-HG Duo,” Stick Micro,” “MagicGate,” “PhotoTV HD” • Microsoft, Windows, DirectX and Windows Vista are either registered...
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