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Digital Camera
EX-S20U/EX-M20U
User's Guide
Thank you for purchasing this CASIO
Product.
• Before using it, be sure to read the
precautions contained in this User's Guide.
• Keep the User's Guide in a safe place for
future reference.
• For the most up-to-date information about
this product, visit the official Exilim Website
at http://www.exilim.com/.
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EX-M20U
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Page 1: Digital Camera
Digital Camera EX-S20U/EX-M20U User’s Guide Thank you for purchasing this CASIO Product. • Before using it, be sure to read the precautions contained in this User’s Guide. • Keep the User’s Guide in a safe place for future reference. • For the most up-to-date information about this product, visit the official Exilim Website at http://www.exilim.com/. -
Page 2: Introduction
INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION Unpacking Check to make sure that all of the items shown below are included with your camera. If something is missing, contact your dealer as soon as possible. EX-M20U Rechargeable lithium ion battery Camera Strap * Comes with EX-M20U only LCD Remote Controller (NP-20) -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION Contents INTRODUCTION Unpacking ... 2 Features ... 9 Precautions ... 11 General Precautions Data Error Precautions Operating conditions Condensation Lens Other QUICK START GUIDE First, charge the battery! ... 16 To configure display language and clock settings ... 17 To record an image ... - Page 4 INTRODUCTION BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Recording an Image ... 43 Aiming the Camera Recording an lmage About the REC Mode Monitor Screen Recording Precautions Using Zoom ... 46 Using the Flash ... 47 Flash Precautions Recording Macro Images ... 50 Using the Self-timer ... 51 Specifying Image Size and Quality ...
- Page 5 INTRODUCTION Rotating the Display Image ... 88 Using Image Roulette ... 89 Adding Audio to a Snapshot (EX-M20U Only) ... 90 To re-record audio Playing Back a Voice Recording File (EX-M20U Only) ... 92 DELETING FILES Deleting a Single File ... 93 Deleting All Files ...
- Page 6 INTRODUCTION Changing the Display Language ... 119 Formatting Built-in Memory ... 119 USING A MEMORY CARD Using a Memory Card ... 122 To insert a memory card into the camera To remove a memory card from the camera Formatting a Memory Card Memory Card Precautions Copying Files ...
- Page 7 INTRODUCTION PLAYING AN AUDIO FILE (EX-M20U Only) Transferring Audio Files to the Camera ... 154 Preparing the Camera for Audio Player Operation ... 155 Using the Camera as an Audio Player ... 156 General Guide Basic Remote Controller Operations Playing Back Audio Files ... 159 Specifying the Audio Playback Mode Playing Back Tracks Randomly Selecting a Specific Track for Playback...
- Page 8 EX-S20U/EX- M20U. • CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. shall not be held liable for any damages or losses suffered by you or any third party due to the use of Photo Loader and/or Photohands.
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Page 9: Features
INTRODUCTION Features • 2.0 million Effective Pixels A high-resolution megapixel CCD provides 2.0 million effective pixels (2.11 million total pixels) for images that print beautifully. • Fixed focus lens for quick operation Fixed focus eliminates the need for lens movement, which shortens startup time and shooting time. - Page 10 • DCF Data Storage DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) data storage protocol provides image inter-compatibility between the digital camera and printers. • Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) Images can be printed easily in the sequence you want using a DPOF compatible printer. DPOF can also be used when specifying images and quantities for printing by professional print services.
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Page 11: General Precautions
• Never try to open the case of the camera or attempt your own repairs. High-voltage internal components create the risk of electric shock when exposed. Always leave maintenance and repair work up to a CASIO authorized service center. • Never look at the sun or any other bright light through the camera’s viewfinder. - Page 12 AC adaptor power cord from the power outlet, and contact your dealer or nearest CASIO authorized service center. Using the camera under these conditions creates the danger of fire and electric shock.
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Page 13: Data Error Precautions
INTRODUCTION Data Error Precautions • Your digital camera is manufactured using precision digital components. Any of the following creates the risk of corruption of data in file memory. — Removing the battery or memory card, or setting the camera onto the USB cradle while the camera is performing a record or memory access operation —... -
Page 14: Condensation
INTRODUCTION Condensation • When you bring the camera indoors on a cold day or otherwise expose it to a sudden change of temperature, there is the possibility that condensation can form on the exterior or on interior components. Condensation can cause malfunction of the camera, so you should avoid exposing it to conditions that might cause condensation. -
Page 15: Other
INTRODUCTION Other • Take care never to sit down with the camera in the pocket of your slacks or otherwise subject the camera to severe stress. Doing so can crack the LCD monitor screen. • The camera may become slightly warm during use. This does not indicate malfunction. -
Page 16: Quick Start Guide
QUICK START GUIDE QUICK START GUIDE First, charge the battery! Load the battery (page 26). Place the camera onto the USB cradle to charge the battery (page 28). • It takes about two hours to achieve a full charge. -
Page 17: To Configure Display Language And Clock Settings
QUICK START GUIDE To configure display language and clock settings IMPORTANT! • Be sure to configure the following settings before using the camera to record images (See page 40 for details). 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 Press the power button to turn on the camera. Press [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to select the language you want. -
Page 18: To Record An Image
QUICK START GUIDE To record an image (See page 44 for details.) Press the power button to turn on the camera. Align the mode selector with “ Point the camera at the subject, use the monitor screen or viewfinder to compose the image. -
Page 19: To Delete An Image
QUICK START GUIDE To delete an image 3, 4, 5, 6 Press the power button to turn on the camera. Align the mode selector with “ Press [ ] ( Use [ ] and [ ] to display the image you want to delete. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Delete”. -
Page 20: Contents
“battery” The NP-20 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery “optional charger unit” The optionally available CASIO BC-10L Charger Unit I Button Operations Button operations are indicated by the button name inside of brackets ([ ]). I On-screen Text On-screen text is always enclosed by double quotation marks (“... -
Page 21: General Guide
GETTING READY General Guide The following illustrations show the names of each component, button, and switch on the camera. • All the illustrations in this manual show the EX-M20U. See the text that accompanies the illustrations for information about how the EX-S20U and EX-M20U differ from each other. Camera I Front Power button... -
Page 22: Usb Cradle
Speaker (EX-M20U only) Connector Memory card slot USB Cradle Simply placing your CASIO digital camera onto the USB cradle lets you perform the following tasks. • Battery charging (page 28) • Automatic transfer of images to a computer (page 127) •... -
Page 23: Monitor Screen Contents
GETTING READY Monitor Screen Contents The monitor screen uses various indicators and icons to keep you informed of the camera’s status. REC mode Flash Mode indicator Self-timer None Auto None Flash Off Flash On Red-eye reduction Focus Mode indicator REC modes None Normal Macro... -
Page 24: Play Mode
ECONOMY Built-in memory selected for data storage. Memory card selected for data storage. Date and time Battery capacity IMPORTANT! • Some information may not display properly if you display an image that was recorded using a different digital camera model. -
Page 25: Changing The Contents Of The Monitor Screen
GETTING READY Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen Each press of the [DISP] button changes the contents of the monitor screen as shown below. Indicators Histogram Indicators (page 23) (page 69) IMPORTANT! • You cannot turn off the monitor screen in the following cases: In the PLAY mode, in the BESTSHOT mode •... -
Page 26: Attaching The Strap
GETTING READY Attaching the Strap Attach the strap to the strap bar as shown in the illustration. IMPORTANT! • Be sure to keep the strap around your wrist when using the camera to protect against accidentally dropping it. • The supplied strap is intended for use with this camera only. -
Page 27: To Charge The Battery
GETTING READY Align the arrow mark on the battery with the arrow mark on the camera as shown in the illustration, and slide the battery into the battery compartment. Swing the battery cover closed, and then slide it in the direction indicated by the arrow while pressing down on it. -
Page 28: To Charge The Battery
GETTING READY To charge the battery Connect the bundled AC adaptor to the [DC IN 5.3V] connector of the USB cradle. Extend the prongs of the AC adaptor, and then plug it into a household power outlet. AC Adaptor Turn off the camera. Set the camera onto the USB cradle. - Page 29 GETTING READY IMPORTANT! • It takes about two hours to achieve a full charge. Actual charging time depends on current battery capacity and charging conditions. • Use only the USB cradle (CA-23) or the optionally available charger unit (BC-10L) to charge the special NP-20 rechargeable lithium ion battery.
- Page 30 • If the same symptoms occur again when you place the camera on the USB cradle after taking the above steps, contact a CASIO authorized service center. I Battery Life Guidelines The battery life guideline values given below indicate the...
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Page 31: Low Battery Indicator
GETTING READY *2 Normal Recording Conditions • Temperature: 23°C (73°F) • Monitor screen: On • Flash: On (one flash every two shots) • Image recorded about every 30 seconds • Power off/on every 10 shots *3 Continuous Playback Conditions • Temperature: 23°C (73°F) •... -
Page 32: Power Supply Precautions
NOTES • The term “battery” in this manual refers to the CASIO NP-20 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery. • The term “optional charger unit” in the following precautions refers to the optionally available CASIO BC-10L Charger Unit. - Page 33 Prolonged contact with battery fluid can cause skin irritation. G PRECAUTIONS DURING USE • The battery is designed for use with this CASIO digital camera only. • Use only the USB cradle that comes with the camera or the specified optional charger unit to charge the battery.
- Page 34 Doing so creates the danger of fire and electric shock. • Should the cord of the AC adaptor become damaged (exposed internal wiring), request a replacement from a CASIO authorized service center. A damaged AC adaptor cord creates the danger of fire or electric shock.
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Page 35: Turning The Camera On And Off
GETTING READY • Use the AC adaptor where it will not be splashed with water. Water creates the risk of fire and electric shock. • Do not place a vase or any other container filled with liquid on top of the AC adaptor. Caution! Water creates the risk of fire and electric shock. -
Page 36: Auto Power Off (Apo)
GETTING READY Auto Power Off (APO) Auto Power Off (APO) automatically turns off the camera when you do not perform any operation for a certain amount of time. Turn on the camera, and then align the mode selector with “ ”... -
Page 37: Using The On-Screen Menus
GETTING READY Using the On-screen Menus Pressing [MENU] displays menus on the monitor screen that you can use to perform various operations. The menu that appears depends on whether you are in the REC mode or the PLAY mode. The following shows an example menu procedure in the REC mode. - Page 38 GETTING READY G Menu Screen Operations When you want to do this: Do this: Move between tabs Press [ ] and [ ]. Move from the tab to the Press [ ]. settings Move from the settings to Press [ ]. the tab Move between the settings Press [ ] and [ ].
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Page 39: Configuring Display Language And Clock Settings
GETTING READY Perform one of the following operations to apply the setting you configured. To do this: Perform this key operation: Apply the setting and exit Press [SET]. the menu screen. Apply the setting and return to feature selection Press [ ]. in step 4. -
Page 40: Configuring Display Language And Clock Settings
GETTING READY IMPORTANT! • The camera’s clock settings are cleared whenever power is totally cut off. This can happen if the battery goes dead while the camera is not being supplied power by the USB cradle. The clock setting screen will appear automatically the next time you turn on power after the settings are cleared. - Page 41 GETTING READY Use [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] to select the geographical area where you live, and then press [SET]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the name of the city where you live, and then press [SET].
- Page 42 GETTING READY Set the current date and the time. To do this: Change the setting at the current cursor location Move the cursor between settings Toggle between 12-hour and 24- hour timekeeping Press [SET] to register the settings and exit the setting screen.
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Page 43: Recording An Image
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING BASIC IMAGE RECORDING This section describes the basic procedure for recording an image. Recording an Image Aiming the Camera Use both hands to hold the camera still when shooting an image. Holding the camera with one hand increases the chance of movement, which can blur your images. -
Page 44: Recording An Lmage
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Recording an lmage Your camera automatically adjusts shutter speed in accordance with the brightness of the subject. Images you record are stored in the camera’s built-in memory, or to a memory card if you have one loaded in the camera. •... -
Page 45: About The Rec Mode Monitor Screen
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING About the REC Mode Monitor Screen • The image shown on the monitor screen in the REC mode is a simplified image for composing purposes. The actual image is recorded in accordance with the image quality setting currently selected on your camera. The image saved in file memory has much better resolution and detail than the REC mode monitor screen image. -
Page 46: Using Zoom
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Using Zoom You can use the digital zoom feature of your camera to zoom in on the center of an image. Performing a zoom operation toggles the zoom factor between 1X and 4X. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the “REC”... -
Page 47: Using The Flash
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING IMPORTANT! • Zoom is disabled whenever the monitor screen is turned off (page 25). • Using digital zoom can cause degradation of the recorded image. • To disable digital zoom, select “Off” for the “Digital Zoom” setting on the “REC” tab. NOTE •... - Page 48 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Record the image. IMPORTANT! • The flash unit of this camera fires a number of times when you record an image. The initial flashes are pre-flashes, which the camera uses to obtain information it uses for exposure settings. The final flash is for recording.
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Page 49: Flash Precautions
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Flash Precautions Take care that your fingers do not block the flash when you hold the camera. Covering the flash with your finger can greatly reduce its effectiveness. Flash • The approximate effective range of the flash is shown below. -
Page 50: Recording Macro Images
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Recording Macro Images You can select either normal or macro (close-up) recording using the selector located on the left side of the camera. The table below describes the two settings available with the selector. To do this: Shoot normal images, at a distance of about 1m (39.4˝) to infinity (Normal) Shoot close-ups, at a distance of about... -
Page 51: Using The Self-Timer
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Using the Self-timer The self-timer lets you select either a 2-second or 10- second delay of the shutter release after you press the shutter release button. A Triple Self-timer feature lets you perform three consecutive self-timer operations to record three images. -
Page 52: To Specify The Image Size
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Record the image. • When you press the shutter release button, the self-timer lamp flashes and the shutter releases after the self- timer reaches the end of its countdown. • You can interrupt an ongoing self-timer countdown by pressing the shutter release button while the self- timer lamp is flashing. -
Page 53: To Specify Image Quality
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING NOTES • If you plan to make large prints of your images or otherwise use them in applications where high- resolution is your top priority, select the “1600 x 1200” image size. • If you plan to send images as e-mail attachments or otherwise use them in applications where data economy is your top priority, select the “640 x 480”... - Page 54 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING NOTE • Use the “Fine” setting when image quality is your top priority and file size is secondary. Conversely, use the “Economy” setting when file size is your top priority and image quality is secondary. IMPORTANT! • Actual file size depends on the type of image you record.