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MVC-FD73
Digital Still Camera
Operating Instructions
Manual de instrucciones
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WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard,
do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's
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.
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. MVC-FD73
Serial No.
English
Operating instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly,
and retain it for future reference.
As you read through this manual, buttons and settings on the
camera are shown in capital letters.
e.g., Press FLASH.


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CAUTION
Never expose the battery pack to temperatures above 140°F (60°C), such as in
a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight.
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS POLARIZED AC
PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET
UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE
EXPOSURE.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved
in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures:
­ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
­ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
­ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
­ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
For the Customers in the United States and CANADA
DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM ION BATTERY.
LITHIUM ION BATTERY.
DISPOSE OF PROPERLY.
You can return you unwanted lithium ion batteries to your nearest Sony
Service Center or Factory Service Center.
Note: In some areas the disposal of lithium ion batteries in household or
business trash may be prohibited.
F
or the Sony Service Center nearest you call
1-800-222-SONY (United States only)
For the Factory Service Center nearest you call
416-499-SONY (Canada only)
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries.


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NOTICE FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN THE UNITED
KINGDOM
A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is fitted to this equipment for your
safety and convenience.
Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced, a 5 AMP fuse
approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362, (i.e., marked with
or
mark)
must be used.
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.
For the customers in Germany
Directive: EMC Directive 89/336/EEC.
92/31/EEC
This equipment complies with the EMC regulations when used under the
following circumstances:
· Residential area
· Business district
· Light-industry district
(This equipment complies with the EMC standard regulations EN55022 Class
B.)
ATTENTION
The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture
of this camera.


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Table of contents
Before using your camera ....................................................................... 7
Parts identification .................................................................................. 8
Basic operations
Preparation ...................................................................................... 11
1: Charging the battery pack ........................................... 11
2: Installing the battery pack .......................................... 12
3: Setting the date and time ............................................ 13
Recording and playing back images ............................................ 16
1: Recording images ......................................................... 16
2: Playing back images on the ........................................ 18
Battery life/No. of images that can be recorded/
played back ....................................................................... 20
Viewing images using a personal computer ....................... 21
Advanced operations
Changing the mode settings ......................................................... 22
Using various functions for recording ........................................ 31
Enjoying Picture Effect ........................................................... 31
Using the PROGRAM AE function ....................................... 32
Additional information
Changing the lithium battery in the camera .............................. 33
Precautions ...................................................................................... 34
Troubleshooting .............................................................................. 36
Self-diagnosis display .................................................................... 38
Specifications ................................................................................... 39
Warning messages ................................................................... 40
Index ................................................................................................. 41