Sony A 100 Manual

DSLR-A100 2-681-187-11 (1)
2-681-187-11 (1)
Before your operation
Using the shooting functions
Using the viewing functions
Using the menu
Using your computer
Printing images
Troubleshooting
Others
Index
© 2006 Sony Corporation
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DSLR-A100
Digital Single Lens Reflex Camera
User’s Guide/ 
Troubleshooting
Printed in Malaysia
Printed on 100% recycled paper using VOC(Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetableoil based ink.
Additional information on this product and 
answers to frequently asked questions...

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To reduce fire or shock hazard, do 
not expose the unit to rain or 
moisture.
WARNING
For Customers in the U.S.A.
This symbol is intended to 
alert the user to the presence 
of uninsulated “dangerous 
voltage” within the products 
enclosure that may be of 
sufficient magnitude to 
constitute a risk of electric 
shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to 
alert the user to the presence 
of important operating and 
maintenance (servicing) 
instructions in the literature 
accompanying the appliance. 

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
For your protection, please read these safety 
instructions completely before operating 
the appliance, and keep this manual for 
future reference.
Carefully observe all warnings, precautions 
and instructions on the appliance, or the one 
described in the operating instructions and 
adhere to them.
Power Sources
This set should be operated only from the type of 
power source indicated on the marking label. If 
you are not sure of the type of electrical power 
supplied to your...

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Lightning
For added protection for this set during a lightning 
storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for 
long periods of time, unplug it from the wall 
outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. 
This will prevent damage to the set due to 
lightning and power-line surges.
Damage Requiring Service
Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer 
servicing to qualified service personnel under the 
following conditions:
– When the power cord or plug is damaged or 
frayed.
– If liquid has...

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Read this first
Replace the battery with the specified type
only. Otherwise, fire or injury may result.
RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES
Lithium-Ion batteries are 
recyclable.
You can help preserve our 
environment by returning your 
used rechargeable batteries to 
the collection and recycling 
location nearest you.
For more information regarding recycling of 
rechargeable batteries, call toll free 
1-800-822-8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking 
Lithium-Ion...

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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 the Customers in the U.S.A. and 
Canada
THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF 
THE FCC RULES. OPERATION IS SUBJECT 
TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS:
(1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE 
HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND (2) THIS 
DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY 
INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING 
INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE 
UNDESIRED OPERATION.
THIS CLASS B...

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Notes on using your camera
Types of “Memory Stick” that can be 
used (not supplied)
There are two types of “Memory Stick”.
“Memory Stick”: you cannot use a 
“Memory Stick” with your camera.
“Memory Stick Duo”: Inserting a 
“Memory Stick Duo” into a Memory 
Stick Duo Adaptor for CF slot 
(supplied).
 When using a “Memory Stick Duo” with the 
write-protect switch, set the switch to the 
recording position.
 For details on “Memory Stick”, see page 139.
Notes on the battery pack
 Charge the NP-FM55H...

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Notes on the LCD monitor and lens
 The LCD monitor is 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 monitor. These points are normal in the 
manufacturing process and do not affect the 
images in any way.
 Do not expose the camera to direct sunlight. If 
sunlight is focused on a nearby...

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Table of contents
Notes on using your camera .....................................................................7
Basic techniques for better images ......................................................... 13
Focus – Focusing on a subject successfully................................................... 13
Exposure – Adjusting the light intensity .......................................................... 16
Color – On the effects of lighting...

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 Adjusting the exposure ...................................................................... 65
 Locking the exposure (AE lock) ......................................................... 67
 Slow Sync (Shooting the dark background with flash)....................... 69
Depth-of-field preview ............................................................................. 70
Focusing manually .................................................................................. 71
Switching the playback...