LCD screen, LCD finder (only models with an LCD finder) and lens

•The LCD screen and the LCD finder are manufactured using extremely high-precision technology so over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue or green in color) that constantly appear on the LCD screen and the LCD finder. These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way.

•Be careful when placing the camera near a window or outdoors. Exposing the LCD screen, the LCD finder or the lens to direct sunlight for long periods may cause malfunctions.

•Do not press the LCD screen hardly. The screen may be uneven and that may cause a malfunction.

•Images may be trailed on the LCD screen in a cold location. This is not a malfunction.

Clean the flash surface before use

The heat of flash emission may cause dirt on the flash surface to become discolored or to stick to the flash surface, resulting in insufficient light emission.

On humidity and moisture condensation

If moisture condensation occurs, see page 75 and follow the instructions on how to remove it before using the camera.

Note on the camera locations

Do not use the camera near a location that generates strong radio wave or emits radiation. The camera may not be able to record or play back properly.

The pictures used in this manual

The photographs used as examples of pictures in this manual are reproduced images, and are not actual images shot using this camera.

Trademarks

•“Memory Stick,” and “MagicGate Memory Stick” are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

•“Memory Stick Duo” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

•“Memory Stick PRO” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

•“MagicGate” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

•Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of the U.S. Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.

•Macintosh, Mac OS, iBook and Power Mac are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.

•Pentium is a trademark or a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.

•In addition, system and product names used in this manual are, in general, trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective developers or manufacturers. However, the ™ or ® marks are not used in all cases in this manual.

How to hold the camera

When shooting an image with the camera, be careful not to obstruct the flash or the lens with your fingers.

Check the LCD screen to make sure the image is level.

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