Power shuts when in camera mode

I hope someone can help me because I can't find my manual. I have new batteries in and am able to view old pictures. I know the memory stick is not full. When I put the dial on the camera in camera mode, it automaticlaly shuts off. If anybody can help with this I would appreciate it.

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The user manual would not be of much help. Please try to clean the battery contacts inside the camera. Please use the new fully charged NI-MH accu batteries preferably 2500 maH capacity. If this measures do not provide a cure please contact the nearest Authorized Sony Service. If you need more info please advice.

Posted on Apr 10, 2007

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