Sony DSC-T99 Black: Refer to “Cyber-shot Handbook” (PDF) on supplied CD-ROM

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 22).

Checking the accessories supplied

• Battery charger BC-CSN/BC-CSNB (1)

• Power cord (mains lead) (not supplied in the USA and Canada) (1)

• Rechargeable battery pack NP-BN1 (1)

• Paint pen (1)

• USB, A/V cable for multi-use terminal (1)

• Wrist strap (1)

•CD-ROM (1)

– Cyber-shot application software

– “Cyber-shot Handbook”

• Instruction Manual (this manual) (1)

Notes on using the camera

Changing the language setting

The screen language can be changed if necessary.

To change the language setting, touch , then select (Settings) t

(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. Otherwise, the internal memory data or the

memory card may be damaged. Be sure to make a backup copy to protect your

data.

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Functions built into this camera

This manual describes each of the functions of TransferJet-compatible/

incompatible devices.

To check if your camera supports the TransferJet function, check for the

following mark on the bottom of the camera.

TransferJet-compatible device: (TransferJet)

On database files

When you insert a memory card without a database file into the camera and

turn on the power, part of the memory card capacity is used to automatically

create a database file. It may take some time until you can perform the next

operation.

Notes on recording/playback

• To ensure stable operations of the memory card, we recommend that you use

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this camera to format any memory card being used with this camera for the

first time. Note that formatting will erase all data recorded on the memory

card. This data cannot be restored. Be sure to backup any important data to a

PC or other storage location.

• Before you start recording, make a trial recording to make sure that the

camera is working correctly.

• The camera is neither dust-proof, nor splash-proof, nor water-proof. Read

“Precautions” (page 27) before operating the camera.

• Avoid exposing the camera to water. If water enters inside the camera, a

malfunction may occur. In some cases, the camera cannot be repaired.

• Do not aim the camera at the sun or other bright light. It may cause the

malfunction of the camera.

• Do not use the camera near a location that generates strong radio waves or

emits radiation. Otherwise, the camera may not properly record or play back

images.

• Using the camera in sandy or dusty locations may cause malfunctions.

• If moisture condensation occurs, remove it before using the camera.

• Do not shake or strike the camera. It may cause a malfunction and you may

not be able to record images. Furthermore, the recording media may become

unusable or image data may be damaged.

• 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.

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