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CAS|O
Digital Camera
EX-H10
User's Guide
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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 EXlLIM
Website at http:!/www.exilim.com/
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the Most Out of Dynamic
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  • Page 1 Digital Camera EX-H10 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 EXlLIM Website at http:!/www.exilim.com/...
  • Page 2 You can use the procedures in this section to crop either a moving subject or a still subject out of a snapshot and then insert it into another snapshot. Moving Subject Other Image Dynamic Photo Image Press [BS] and then select the "Dynamic Photo"...
  • Page 3 First, shoot an image that includes the subject you want to extract. • Shoot an image in which the subject is as large as possible. Also, the image should include some easily identifiable reference point that you can use for later alignment in step 4, below.
  • Page 4 Use the following procedure to insert a subject into a new background image. A Dynamic Photo with a moving subject is saved as a 2M (1600X1200 pixels) or smaller size image. A Dynamic Photo with a still subject is saved as a 6M (2816X2112 pixels) or smaller size image.
  • Page 5 _NOTE • The camera comes with a number of extracted sample subjects in its built-in memory, which you can use to create Dynamic Photos, if you like. • Performing a delete or format operation will delete the sample subjects in built-in memory.
  • Page 6 " !H_ @i ii _iiX !! ..You can take a memory card that contains the images you want to print to a professional print service and have them printed. ..,n,,ng,m°goso°°..,n,o.w,t. Momo C°.OS,o, You can use a printer equipped with a memory card slot to print images directly from a memory card.
  • Page 7 You can connect the camera directly toaprinter that supports PictBridge and print images without going t hrough acomputer. • To set up the camera before connecting to a printer 1. Turn on the camera and press [MENU]. On the "Set Up" tab, select "USB" and then press [,]. 3.
  • Page 8 • To print Turn on the printer and load paper. Turn on the camera. This will display the print menu screen. 3. Use[A] and [V] to select "Paper Size", and then press [,]. Use [A] and [V] to select a paper size and then press [SET].
  • Page 9 • Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) DPOF is a standard that allows you to include image type, number of copy, and time stamp on/off information on the memory card with the images. After configuring settings, you can use the memory card to print on a home DPOF printer that supports DPOF or take the memory card to a professional print service.
  • Page 10 • Configuring the Same DPOF Settings for All the Images [i-_'-I](PLAY) ---* Snapshot Screen ---* [MENU] ---* PLAY Tab ---* DPOF Printing --* All images Use [A] and [V] to specify the number of copies. You can specify a value up to 99. Specify 00 if you do not want to print the image. •...
  • Page 11 • Date Stamping You can use one of the following three methods to include the recording date in the 3rintout of an image. Configure DPOF settings (page 112). You can turn date stamping on and off each time you print. You can configure settings so some images include the date stamp and some don't.
  • Page 12 You can perform the operations described below w hile t he camera isconnected computer. Save i mages toa • Save images and view them manually computer and (USB connection) (pages 117, 126). view them there • Transfer images to a computer automatically over a wireless LAN for viewing (Eye-Fi)(page 130).
  • Page 13 View the User's Vista / XP (SP2/SP3) / Adobe Reader 8 (Not required if already Guide 2000 (SP4) installed.) Photo Transport and YouTube Uploader for CASIO will not run under 64-bit versions Windows Vista. Using the Camera with a Computer...
  • Page 14 • Computer System Requirements for Bundled Software Computer system requirements are different for each of the applications. See the "Read me" file that comes with each application for details. Information about computer system requirements also can be found under "Computer System Requirements for Bundled Software (Bundled CD-ROM)"...
  • Page 15 Turn off the camera USB port then use the USB cable USB cable that comes with the camera to connect it to your computer. • The camera does not draw power over the USB cable. Make sure the camera's battery is sufficiently charged before connecting.
  • Page 16 8. Right-click the "DCIM" folder. On the shortcut menu that appears, click "Copy". 10. Windows Vista users: Click "Start" and then "Documents". Windows XP users: Click "Start" and then "My Documents". Windows 2000 users: Doubleclick "My Documents" to open it. •...

  • Page 17: Playing Movies

    Double-click the image file you want to view. • For information about file names, see "Memory Folder Structure" on page 133. • An image that was rotated on the camera will be displayed on your computer screen in its original (unrotated) orientation. Never use your computer to modify, delete, move, or rename any image files that are in the camera's...
  • Page 18 Uploading Movie Files to YouTube Installing YouTube Uploader for CASIO from the CD-ROM that comes with your camera simplifies uploading of movie files you recorded with the "For YouTube" BEST SHOT scene to YouTube. • What...
  • Page 19 To upload a movie file to YouTube • Before you can use YouTube Uploader for CASIO, you need to go to the YouTube website (http://www.youtube.com/) and register as a user there. • Do not upload any video that is copyrighted...
  • Page 20 • To transfer images to the camera Connect the camera to your computer (page 117). On your computer, click the following: Start --* All Programs CASIO Photo Transport. This starts up Photo Transport. Drag the file(s) you want to transfer to the [Transfer] button.
  • Page 21 • To transfer computer screen captures to the camera 1. Connect the camera to your computer (page 117). On your computer, click the following: Start --* All Programs CASIO ---* Photo Transport. This starts up Photo Transport. Display the screen whose...
  • Page 22 Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) 1. Start up your computer, and place the bundled CD-ROM into its CD- ROM drive. Normally, this should cause the menu screen to appear automatically. If your computer does not display the menu screen automatically, navigate to the CD- ROM on your computer and then double-click the "AutoMenu.exe"file.
  • Page 23 Install the required software in accordance with what version of the Macintosh OS you are running and what you want to do. Save images to your OS 9 Macintosh and view Installation not required. them there manually OS X Save images to your OS 9 Use commercially available software.
  • Page 24 Turn off the camera USB port then use the USB cable USB cable that comes with the camera to connect it to your Macintosh. • The camera does not draw power over the USB cable. Make sure the camera's battery is sufficiently charged before connecting.
  • Page 25 8. After the copy operation is complete, drag the drive icon to Trash. On the camera, press [ON/OFF] to turn off the camera. After making sure that the green back lamp is unlit, disconnect the camera from the computer. • To view copied images Double-click the camera's drive icon.

  • Page 26: Transferring Images Automatically And Managing Them On Your Macintosh

    Transferring Images Automatically and Managing Them on Your Macintosh If you are running Mac OS X, you can manage snapshots using iPhoto, which comes bundled with some Macintosh products. If you are running Mac OS 9, you will need to use commercially available software.

  • Page 27: Viewing User Documentation (Pdf Files)

    • "xx" is the language code (Example: camera_e.pdf is for English.) W User Registration Internet registration only is supported. Visit the following CASIO website to register: http://world.casio.com/qv/register/ Shooting with an Eye-Fi wireless SD memory card loaded in the camera makes it possible to transfer image data automatically to a computer via wireless LAN.
  • Page 28 • Recorded images are transferred over wireless LAN. Do not use the Eye-Fi card or turn off Eye-Fi card communication (page 135) when on an aircraft or in any other location where use of wireless communication is limited or prohibited. •...
  • Page 29 iiiiiiiil,, The camera creates a file and saves it each time you shoot a snapshot, record a movie, or perform any other operation that stores data. Files are grouped by storing them in folders. Each file and folder has its own unique name. •...
  • Page 30 The camera stores images you shoot in accordance with the Design Rule for Camera File System (DCF). • About DCF is a standard that makes it possible to view and print images recorded on one manufacturer's camera on DCF-compliant devices produced by other manufacturers. You can transfer DCF-compliant images recorded with another camera to this camera and view them on this camera's monitor screen.
  • Page 31 • Supported Image Files • Image files shot with this camera • DCF-compliant image files This camera may not be able to display an image, even if it is DCF-compliant. When displaying an image recorded on another camera, it may take a long time for the image to appear on this camera's monitor screen.
  • Page 32 This section explains menu items that you can use to configure settings and perform other operations in both the REC mode and PLAY mode. [MENU] --_ Set Up Tab --_ Power Saving Enabling power saving reduces the brightness of the monitor screen and configures other camera operations for low-power operation, which allows a charge to last longer and increase the number of images that can be shot between charges.
  • Page 33 iiiil ji_ii_ili_ _jjjjj [MENU] Set Up Tab --* Sounds Specifies the startup sound Sound 1 - 5: Built-in sounds (1 through 5) Off: Sound off Specifies the sound volume. This setting is also used as the audio level during video output (page 87). Specifies the volume of movie and Audio Snapshot audio output.
  • Page 34 [MENU] --_ Set Up Tab --_ File No. Use the following procedure to specify the rule that governs generation of the serial number used in file names (page 132). Tells the camera to remember the last used file number. A new file will be named using the next sequential number, even if files are deleted or if a blank memory card is loaded.
  • Page 35 3. Use [A], [.], [<], and [,] to select the geographic area you want and then press [SET]. 4. Use [A] and [V] to select the city you want and then press [SET]. 5. Press [SET]. • Before configuring World Time settings, make sure that the Home City setting is the place where you live or normally use the camera.
  • Page 36 [MENU] Set Up Tab --* Adjust Change the setting at the cursor location i[_ii_: Move the cursor between settings Toggles between 12-hour and 24-hour format When the date and time settings are what you want, press [SET] to apply them. •...
  • Page 37 [MENU] Set Up Tab --* Language • Specify the display language you want. QSelect the tab on the right. (_) Select "Language". (_)Select the language you want. [MENU] --_ Set Up Tab --_ Sleep This feature turns off the monitor screen whenever no camera operation is performed for a preset amount of time.
  • Page 38 [MENU] ---_ Set Up Tab ---_ Auto Power Off Auto Power Off turns off the camera whenever no camera operation is performed for a preset amount of time. Trigger Time Settings: 1 min, 2 min, 5 min (The trigger time is always 5 minutes in the PLAY mode.) •...
  • Page 39 iiiil iii_i_ii_ili_ _iji ::_, [MENU] ---_ Set Up Tab ---_ USB You can use the procedure below to select the USB communication protocol, which is used when exchanging data with a computer, printer, or other external device. Select this setting when connecting to a computer (pages 117, 26 .
  • Page 40 [MENU] --_ Set Up Tab --_ Format If a memory card is loaded in the camera, this operation will format the memory card. It will format built-in memory if no memory card is loaded. • The format operation will delete all contents on the memory card or in built-in memory.
  • Page 41 You can turn display information on and off by pressing [A] (DISP). You can configure separate settings for the REC mode and PLAY mode. Displays information about image settings, etc. Turns on display of camera setting and other indicators, along with a histogram (page 145) Histogram No information displayed...
  • Page 42 How to Use the Histogram A histogram is a graph that represents the lightness of an image in terms of the number of pixels. The vertical axis indicates the number of pixels, while the horizontal axis indicates lightness. If the histogram appears too lopsided for some reason, you can use EV shift to move it left or right in order to achieve better balance.
  • Page 43 • Avoid Use While In Motion • Never use the camera to record or play back images while operating an automobile or other vehicle, or while walking. Looking at the monitor while in motion creates the risk of serious accident. •...
  • Page 44 • Never try to take the camera apart or modify it in any way. Doing so creates the risk of electric shock, burn injury, and other personal injury. Be sure to leave all internal inspection, maintenance, and repair up to your dealer or nearest CASIO authorized service center.
  • Page 45 • The battery is intended for use with a CASIO Digital Camera only. Use with any other device creates the risk of the battery damage, or deterioration of battery performance and service life.
  • Page 46 • If battery charging does not end normally within the specified charging time, stop charging anyway and contact your local CASIO authorized service center. Continued charging creates the risk of battery overheating, fire, and explosion.
  • Page 47 • Data Error Precautions Your digital camera is manufactured using precision digital components. Any of the following creates the risk of corruption of data in camera memory. - Removing the battery or memory card while the camera is performing some operation - Removing the battery or memory card while the back lamp is flashing green after turning off the camera...
  • Page 48 • Caring for your camera • Never touch the lens or flash window with your fingers. Finger smudges, dirt, and other foreign matter on the lens or flash window can interfere with proper operation of the camera. Use a blower or other means to keep the lens and flash window free of dirt and dust, and wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth.
  • Page 49 • YouTube, the YouTube logo, and "Broadcast Yourself" are trademarks or registered trademarks of YouTube, LLC. • EXILIM, Photo Transport, Dynamic Photo, and YouTube Uploader for CASIO are registered trademarks or trademarks of CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. • All other company or product names mentioned herein are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective companies.
  • Page 50 Any and allunauthorized commercial copying, distribution, and copying ofthe bundled software over anetwork are prohibited. This p roduct contains PrKERNELv4 Real-time OS ofeSOL _KERNELv4 Co., Ltd. C opyright co 2 007 e SOL C o., Ltd. PrKERNELv4 isaregistered trademark ofeSOL C o., Ltd. in Japan.
  • Page 51 • Check if the charger and battery contacts are dirty. If contacts are dirty, wipe them clean with a dry cloth. If problems continue to occur after you perform the above steps, it could mean that the battery is faulty. Contact your nearest CASIO authorized service center. replace the battery...
  • Page 52 Battery Precautions • Precautions during • Operation provided by a battery under cold conditions is always less than operation under normal temperatures. This is due to the characteristics of the battery, not the camera. • Charge the battery in an area where the temperature is within the range of 5°C to 35°C (41 °F to 95°F).
  • Page 53 See page 1 8 forinformation about supported memory cards and how toload a memory card. W To replace the memory card Press the memory card and then release it. This will cause it to pop out of the memory card slot slightly. Pull the card out the rest of the way and then insert another one.
  • Page 54 • Memory Card Handling Precautions Certain types of cards can slow down processing speeds. In particular, you may experience problems saving high-quality (HD and STD) movies. Use of certain types of memory cards increase the time it takes to record movies, which can cause movie frames to be lost.
  • Page 55 180MB Other : Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher installed For details about the minimum system requirements for each software application, see the "Read me" files on the CASIO Digital Camera Software CD-ROM that comes bundled with the camera. Appendix...
  • Page 56 iiiJiii,, The tables in this section show the initial default settings that are configured for menu items (displayed when you press [MENU]) after you reset the camera (page 143). Menu items depend on whether the camera is in the REC mode or PLAY mode. •...
  • Page 57 "Quality" Multi 12M (4000X3000) Extra Normal .._ _._ :: o ,:!io Auto Auto "Set Up" Tab Auto2 Startup: Sound Half Shutter: 1 min Sound 1 / Shutter: Sound .._{,, 2min Operation: Sound Power On [] Operation: Mass Storaoe IIIDD Play: IIIDDDD Continue...
  • Page 58 • PLAY Mode "PLAY" Tab ..!!!! !- Images: All images / Time: 30 min / Interval: 3 sec / Effect: Pattern 1 _ ;_ _ 9 frames .."Set Up" Tab • The contents of the "Set Up" tab are the same in the REC mode and PLAY mode. Appendix...

  • Page 59: Troubleshooting

    Purchase a separately available CASIO NP-90 rechargeable lithium ion battery. The camera 1 )Auto Power Off may have activated (page 141 ). Turn power back on.
  • Page 60 The s ubject isout The i mage may n ot b e focused properly. When composing offocus inthe image, make sure t he subject islocated inside the focus frame. recorded image. The f lash d oes not 1 )If[] (Flash Off) isselected as the flash m ode, change fire.
  • Page 61 Arecorded image 1 )Camera power may h ave b een turned off b efore the save was n ot s aved. operation was c omplete, which will r esult inthe image not being saved. Ifthe battery indicator shows _, charge battery as soon as possible (page 16).
  • Page 62 When shooting Auto S hutter may n ot trigger when shooting under very b right or with A uto S hutter, v ery d ark conditions, orwhen shooting afast m oving subject, the shutter does etc. Ifthis happens, try changing the Auto S hutter Trigger not trigger.
  • Page 63 images cannot be 1 )The U SB c able may n ot b e connected securely. Check all transferred over a connections. USB c onnection. 2)The wrong USB communication protocol isselected. Select the correct USB communication protocol inaccordance with the type o fdevice you are connecting (pages 117, 126).

  • Page 64: Display Messages

    _ Display Messages The camera's protection function may have activated because camera temperature is too high. Turn off the camera and wait until it cools down before trying to use it again. Battery power is low. Keystone correction of the image cannot be performed for some reason.
  • Page 65 Your camera system i scorrupted. Contact your retailer oran authorized CASIO a uthorized service center. The LOCK switch ofthe SD orSDHC memory LOCK card loaded inthe camera isinthe locked 3osition. You cannot store i mages toordelete images from amemory card that i slocked.
  • Page 66 The setup y ou are trying t osave i sfor a nimage that c annot besaved asauser BEST SHOT s cene. The memory card loaded inthe camera isnot f ormatted. Format the memory card (page 143). hi fi!;e_ The file you are trying to access is corrupted or is a type that cannot be displayed by this camera.
  • Page 67 Snapshot Fine 7.87 MB 4000X3000 Normal 4.13 MB Economy 2.76 MB Fine 6.87 MB 4000X2656 Normal 3.62 MB Economy 2.43 MB 16:9 Fine 5.66 MB 4000X2240 Normal 3.0 MB Economy 2.02 MB Fine 4.59 MB 3264X2448 Normal 2.46 MB Economy 1.67 MB Fine 2.99 MB...
  • Page 68 Movies 24 Megabits/second 11 seconds 5 minutes 179.8 MB 1280X720 24 frames/second) 27 seconds Maximum MovieSize: 10 Megabits/second 27 seconds 13 minutes 74.8 MB 640X480 4 GB 30 frames/second) 10 seconds 2.7 Megabits/second 100 seconds 49 minutes 19.8 MB 320X240 15 frames/second) 36 seconds Maximum...
  • Page 69 File Format Snapshots: JPEG (Exif Version 2.2); DCF 1.0 standard; DPOF compliant Movies: Motion JPEG AVl, IMA-ADPCM audio (monaural) Audio (Voice Recording): WAV (monaural) Recording Media Built-in Memory (image Storage Area: 35.7MB*') SD/SDHC Built-in memory capacity after formatting. Recorded Image Sizes Snapshot: 12M (4000X3000), 3:2 (4000X2656),...
  • Page 70 Shutter Speed Snapshot (Auto): 1/2 to 1/2000 second Snapshot (Night Scene): 4 to 1/2000 second May differ due to the camera setup. Aperture Value F3.2 (W) to F7.5 (W) (When used with ND filter) Using optical zoom changes the aperture value.

  • Page 71: Battery Life

    Approximate Battery Life All of the values provided below represent the approximate amount of time under normal temperature (23°C (73°F)) before the camera turns off. These values are not guaranteed. Low temperatures shorten battery life. 'of_S_'_ " shots 1000 hours •...
  • Page 72 • Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-90) Rated Voltage 3.7 V Rated Capacitance 1950 mAh Operating Temperature 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F) Dimensions 34.0 (W) X 52.3 (H) X 10.9 (D) mm (1.34" (W) X 2.06" (H) X 0.43" (D)) (excluding projections) Weight Approximately...
  • Page 73 CASIO COMPUTER CO.,LTD. 6-2, Hon-machi 1-chome Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 151-8543, Japan MA0910-D...
  • Page 74 CAS|O For a wealth of information about Dynamic Photo including explanations about how to use Dynamic Photo images, the Dynamic Studio image conversion service, sample images, and more, visit the special Dynamic Photo website at: This manual provides an introduction to Dynamic Photo, which creates a whole new way to enjoy digital imaging.
  • Page 75 Dynamic Photo makes it easy to crop a moving subject out of a series of images and insert it into other images! A simple operation on the camera extracts a moving subject automatically by cropping up to 20 Continuous Shutter images. Become the star of your digital images! Create the images of your dreams! All on the camera, without using a computer! With Dynamic Photo you can shoot, create, and view images, just about anywhere!
  • Page 76 Your digital camera comes with anumber ofextracted sample subjects initsbuilt-in memory. You can use these s ample subjects topractice creating Dynamic Photo images byinserting them into your original snapshots. Remove the memory card from the camera one is loaded). You will not be able to access the extracted sample subjects in built-in camera memory while a memory card is loaded in the camera.
  • Page 77 6. After creation of the Dynamic Photo image is complete, the finished image with the inserted moving subject will appear on the monitor screen. After you master the above procedure using extracted sample subjects, you will be ready to create your own extracted subjects and insert them into snapshots for totally original Dynamic Photo images.
  • Page 78 Dynamic Photo images are created by extracting the subject out of one image, and inserting it into another image. The term "subject" as used here refers to what you extract or crop out of the first image. Perform the following steps to shoot and extract the subject.
  • Page 79 First, shoot the subject. Best results can be obtained with the camera secured on a tripod• With the camera pointed at the moving subject, press the shutter button to record• If you selected "Moving Subject", the camera will record a series of Continuous Shutter (CS) images over a few seconds.
  • Page 80 ..The camera compares the images you shot in steps 3 and 4 and extracts the subject. The extracted subject image will appear on the monitor screen. If you selected "Moving Subject", the 20 subject images that were recorded will scroll on the screen, creating the illusion of movement.
  • Page 81 Use [,] and [,] to select the subject you want to insert and then press [SET]. * Only subjects that can be inserted into other images will appear at this time. Use the zoom controller to adjust the size of the subject and use [A], [V], [,], and [,] to adjust its position.
  • Page 82 • When shooting the subject image, shoot against a white wall or some other surface whose color is different from that of the subject. The camera will not be able to crop the subject image properly if its color is the same as or similar to the background color.
  • Page 83 Move the subject away from the wall to avoid shadows! The camera may mistake shadows on the wall or floor caused by strong sunlight, illumination, or other light sources as part of the subject. Shadows tend to form when the subject is too close to a wall.
  • Page 84 Pressing [SET] during step 1 of "3. First, shoot the subject." will display a screen for specifying the subject type and CS speed. You can select from among the four subject types listed below. You also can specify a stationary subject (one frame only) in addition to a moving subject.
  • Page 85 You can use the Dynamic Photo image you created in Step 2 in a variety of fun ways. Dynamic Photo images play back automatically as soon as you display them on the EXILIM monitor screen. cable and you can enjoy watching Dynamic Photo images on your TV screen.
  • Page 86 ,ie file quickly and easily. This makes it possible to view Dynamic Photo created with a CASIO EXILIM digital camera to a format that can be pla a movie on a PC, digital photo frame, cell phone or other device.