DXC-D30P(CE)DXC-D30(UC)
Settings for Special CasesImportant Notes on Operation
Appendix
Fitting the zoom lens
Skin Detail CorrectionAdjusting Color in the SpecifiedCharacteristics of CCD Sensors
It is important to fit the lens correctly, as otherwise
Area
damage may result. Be sure to refer to the section
The DXC-D30/D30P provides an easy push-buttonThe following effects may appear in the image. They
OFitting the Lens� (See page 26).
function that designates an active skin tone area.You can adjust the specified color using setup files.are characteristic of cameras using CCDs (charge-
Perform the same procedure with the skin detailcoupled devices), and do not indicate a malfunction.
Do not cover the unit while operating
correction to designate the target area .Putting a cloth, for example, over the unit can cause
Vertical smear
ONexcessive internal heat build-up.
11Turn the POWER switch on with holding down theWhen shooting a very bright object, such as a light, the
OFF
UP/ON button.Operation and storagehighlight tends to produce vertical tails. This effect is
SETAvoid storing or operating the unit in the followingmuch reduced in this camera.
2,32Perform steps 1 and 2 in OChanging File Settings�conditions.
SKIN DTL(page 64) and display the advanced menu page 11YIn excessive heat or cold (operating temperatureVertical tail on the image
in the most suitable file for shooting.range: �10 !C to +45 !C (14 !F to 113 !F))
Remember that in summer in warm climates the
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temperature inside a car with the windows closed canMonitor screen
1Set the SKIN DTL switch to ON. FILE ADJ 2
easily exceed 50 !C (122 !F).
FILE:
YIn damp or dusty locations
SAT:33
Bright object
The indication OSKIN AREA: ?0� appears in the HUE:22
YLocations where the unit may be exposed to rain(electric light, sun,
SKIN SAT:12
metc.)
viewfinder. SKIN HUE:15
YLocations subject to violent vibration
YClose to radio or TV transmitters producing strong
2Press the SKIN DTL SET button. EXIT MENU (YESm4)electromagnetic fields.
White flecks
This causes the area detect cursor to be shown in3Perform the procedure for the skin detail correctionViewfinderIf the camera is operated at a high temperature, white
1-43flecks may appear in the image.
the viewfinder (for 10 seconds).to designate the area to which you apply colorYDo not leave the camera with the eyepiece pointing
adjustment.directly at the sun.
3Place the area detect cursor on the target, thenThe eyepiece lens can concentrate the sunOs rays and
press the SKIN DTL SET button.While this procedure is being performed, the menumelt the interior of the viewfinder.
is not displayed.YDo not use the viewfinder close to strong magnetic
This designates the correction area, which isfields. This can cause picture distortion.
4When advanced menu page 11 appears, change the
Chapter 5 Adjustments and Settingsindicated by a zebra pattern, and the indication
OSKIN AREA: ?0� appears again. If the areavalue of the SKIN SAT or SKIN HUE to adjustShipping
detect cursor disappears before designating thecolor in the area designated in step 3.Use the optional LC-421 Carrying Case for optimal
area, press the SKIN DTL SET button again toshipping.
display the cursor. (Return to step 2.)NoteIf sending the camera by truck, ship, air or other
Set the SKIN DTL to 1.0 in the basic menu page 3 iftransportation service, first store it in the carrying case,
4Press the UP/ON or DOWN/OFF button to changethe detail correction is unnecessary.then pack the carrying case in the supplied carton (or
the SKIN AREA value (�99 to +99)so that thean equivalent).Appendix
zebra pattern may be displayed in the target area.
Use basic menu page 3 to set the correction levelCare of the unit
(see page 52).Remove dust and dirt from the surfaces of the lenses or
optical filters using a blower.
You can also change color in the designated areaIf the body of the camera is dirty, clean it with a soft,
(see the following section).dry cloth. In extreme cases, use a cloth steeped in a
little neutral detergent, then wipe dry. Do not use
organic solvents such as alcohol or thinners, as these
may cause discoloration or other damage to the finish
of the unit.
In the event of operating problems
If you should experience problems with the unit,
contact your supplier or Sony service representative.
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