How to Use a Sony DSC U30 Cybershot Digital Camera

The Sony DSC U30 Cybershot is a compact, entry-level digital camera designed for everyday use. The DSC U30 Cybershot comes equipped with 2 megapixels of resolution, a one-inch LCD display, a built-in battery charger, a USB port and the ability to capture video at a resolution of 160 x 112 pixels (MPEG format). As with many consumer-use cameras, the procedure for operating the Sony DSC U30 is very straightforward.

Things You'll Need

• Memory card
• Hydride batteries

Instructions

1. Locate the memory card cover on the side of your camera. Slide the cover in the direction indicated by the imprinted arrow. Insert a memory card with a suitable amount of free storage space into the appropriate slot. If necessary, insert new batteries into the battery bay. Replace the memory cover and slide it into the locked position.

2. Slide the lens cover off of the lens; this will activate the camera. Locate the mode switch on top of the camera and ensure that it is set to the center position. Locate and press the "MENU" button. Locate the control button next to the "MENU" button; press this button upwards then press the "EXEC" button to the right.

3. Use the control button to select the "SIZE•BURST" option then press "EXEC; select your desired image size and press "EXEC" to confirm. Press the "MENU" button.

4. Grip the camera with both hands and check to make sure your fingers are not covering the lens or the flash. Frame your image by using the LCD screen as a reference. Apply light pressure to the shutter button until you hear a beep; this indicates that the camera's auto-focus procedure is complete.

5. Push the shutter button all the way down. The camera will display a "RECORDING" message on the LCD screen. Once this message disappears, the image has been successfully saved to your memory stick.

Tips & Warnings

• If desired, you may review your images by sliding the mode switch all the way to the left; navigate through your images by pressing up and down on the control button.

• The Sony DSC U30 Cybershot digital camera is designed to only use two NH-AAA-DA batteries or one NH-AAA-2DA battery pack; do not attempt to use any other kind of battery in the camera. This camera is not weatherproof; do not get it wet or attempt to use it in sandy or dusty environments.