How to Troubleshoot a Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T3 Digital Camera

Sony released the Cyber-Shot DSC-T3 as an advanced digital camera aimed at the amateur photographer. The device has several high-end features, but like any camera, it may occasionally malfunction. Follow these steps to troubleshoot fix common problems so that you can get back to making images of the world around you:

1. Make sure you've turned the DSC-T3 on if its screen is dark and it doesn't respond to the shutter button. Press its power button, located on the top right edge of the device.

2. Check that the DSC-T3's battery is installed and charged if it doesn't turn on when you press its power button. The battery gets inserted into the bottom right side of the camera. To charge, plug the DSC-T3 into the included Cyber-Shot Station and connect the charging station to an outlet using the included AC adapter cable.

3. Clean the DSC-T3 if you find the LCD screen's readability diminished or if you notice specks or strange colors in your photographs. Wipe the LCD screen with a lint-free cloth, such as the type used to clean prescription eyeglasses. Wipe the lens with the same cloth to get rid of dust, debris and fingerprints. Never use cleaning solutions.

4. Review the format of the flash card if you're using a flash memory card but the camera doesn't recognize the added capacity. The DSC-T3 can only handle Sony Memory Stick Duo cards. Any other cards manufactured by a third-party will not work with the camera.

5. Contact Sony's Cyber-Shot technical support line toll-free at 888-750-7669 if you still can't get your DSC-T3 to work properly. Sony camera technicians are available on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 12 a.m. Eastern Time (ET) and on Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET. For faster, albeit not toll-free, service, dial 239-768-7547.

References:

Sony: DSC-T3 User's Manual