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FujiFilm FINEPIX EX3.1 Quick Start Manual

Ex version 3.1 for windows and macintosh
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EX Version 3.1 for Windows
Thank you for purchasing this FUJIFILM product.
1
Installing FinePixViewer
2
Connecting the Camera to Your Computer
3
Using FinePixViewer
Saving your camera shots on your computer and then printing them.
Learning More About
FinePixViewer
Launching FinePixViewer/Using Batch Format Conversion/Creating
FinePix CD Albums/Attaching Images to E-mails/Videoconferencing
• Refer to the web site given below for other information on this product.
http://home.fujifilm.com/products/digital/index.html
Software Quick Start Guide
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and Macintosh™
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  • Page 1 EX Version 3.1 for Windows Software Quick Start Guide Thank you for purchasing this FUJIFILM product. Installing FinePixViewer Connecting the Camera to Your Computer Using FinePixViewer Saving your camera shots on your computer and then printing them. Learning More About...
  • Page 2 FUJIFILM under this Agreement without FUJIFILM’s prior written consent. 3.2 Except as expressly granted by FUJIFILM hereunder, you shall not copy or reproduce all or any part of Software or Documentation.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    How to Read This Manual Finishing the Installation • Windows ...page 11 • Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2 ...page 27 • Mac OS X ...page 35 Connecting the Camera to Your Computer • Windows ...page 17 • Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2 ...page 32 •...

  • Page 4: Windows

    Attaching Images to E-mail Messages in FinePixViewer ...62 Using the FinePix Internet Service ...66 User Registration ...67 Using the Services...69 Obtaining the Latest Version of FinePixViewer ...70 Using the FinePix Internet Service (Mac OS X) ...72 User Registration ...72 Using the Services...74 Videoconferencing with PictureHello ...75 Using the Address Book ...81 Mastering FinePixViewer...

  • Page 5: Contents

    If the charges vary depending on the call or connection time, you should use your PC’s automatic disconnect function to avoid wasted connection time. ✽ The FUJIFILM FinePix Internet Service includes both free and fee-based services. ✽ If you use online shopping or other services, you will be invoiced for the product or service in addition to the call and connection charges.

  • Page 6: The Software Components

    The Software Components Connect the camera Connect the camera with “DSC” selected with “PC CAM” selected as the USB setting. as the USB setting. (/“Connection” in the (/“Connection” in the Owner’s Manual) Owner’s Manual) USB PC Camera Driver USB Mass Storage Driver Allows a digital camera to be used as Allows a digital camera to be used USB Mass Storage (removable disk...

  • Page 7: Pre-Installation Checklist

    Pre-installation Checklist I Hardware and software requirements To run this software, you must have the hardware and software described below. Check your system before you begin the installation. Compatible PCs IBM PC/AT or compatible Operating System Windows 98 (including the Second Edition) Windows Millennium Edition (Windows Me) Windows 2000 Professional Windows XP Home Edition...

  • Page 8: From Finepixviewer Installation To Restart

    4. Pre-installation checking begins. If any warning messages appear, follow the instructions given on the screen. ✽ The “Add New Hardware Wizard” may be hidden behind the “Note” message. Check the taskbar, move the message window and then click the [Cancel] button. 5.
  • Page 9 • Do not format the SmartMedia on a PC as this may make the card unusable for taking pictures. • Use only SmartMedia containing shots taken on a FUJIFILM digital camera. 2. Select “DSC” as the USB mode setting on the camera and then switch the camera off.

  • Page 10: Disconnecting The Camera (Dsc Connection)

    Windows 98/98 SE/Me/2000 1 The “New Hardware Found” wizard appears. The wizard will close when the settings are completed. No action is required. ✽ This step is not required for subsequent connections. 2 FinePixViewer automatically starts up and the images on the SmartMedia are displayed.
  • Page 11 Disconnecting the Camera (DSC Connection) 1. Exit any applications that are using the camera (FinePixViewer, etc.). NOTE Failure to carry out this step could cause your computer to malfunction. 2. Check that the camera and PC are not communicating. If communication is in progress, wait until it ends.
  • Page 12 ✽ If your camera does not have a PC Camera function, proceed to “ PhotoDeluxe and ActiveShare installation” (/ P.25). Use this procedure the first time you connect the camera to your PC (PC Camera connection) Actually connect the camera in PC Camera mode and check that USB PC Camera Driver was installed correctly.

  • Page 13: Disconnecting The Camera (Pc Camera Connection)

    Disconnecting the Camera (PC Camera Connection) 1. Exit any applications that are using the camera (FinePixViewer, etc.). NOTE Failure to carry out this step could cause your computer to malfunction. 2. Check that the camera and PC are not communicating. If communication is in progress, wait until it ends.
  • Page 14 Installing the Software on Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2 The CD-ROM includes software for Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2 and for Mac OS X. This chapter describes the installation and setup procedures for Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2. Check this before you start the installation. Ensure that your Macintosh hardware and software meet the system requirements for the software to be installed.

  • Page 15: Check The System Software Settings

    Pre-installation Checklist I Hardware and software requirements To run this software, you must have the hardware and software described below. Check your system before you begin the installation. ✽1 Compatible Mac Power Macintosh G3 , PowerBook G3 Power Macintosh G4, iMac, iBook, Power Macintosh G4 Cube or PowerBook G4 ✽2 Operating System...
  • Page 16 3. A confirmation message appears asking whether you want to continue with the installation. Click the [OK] button. 4. The Installer setup screen appears. Click the [Install FinePixViewer] button. ✽ For more information on what is installed, click the [Explanation] button.

  • Page 17: Connecting The Camera As A Card Reader

    • Do not format the SmartMedia from your camera on a Macintosh as this may make the card unusable for taking pictures. • Use only SmartMedia containing shots taken on a FUJIFILM digital camera. 2. Select “DSC” as the USB setting on the camera and then switch the camera off.

  • Page 18: Acrobat Reader Installation

    Acrobat Reader installation You must install Adobe Systems’ Acrobat Reader software to read the FinePixViewer User’s Guide (PDF). If you already have the latest version installed, this step is not required. 1. Double-click the “Installer for MacOS8.6–9.x” icon to launch the installer.

  • Page 19: Pre-Installation Checklist

    Pre-installation Checklist I Hardware and software requirements To run this software, you must have the hardware and software described below. Check your system before you begin the installation. ✽1 Compatible Mac Power Macintosh G3 Power Macintosh G4, iMac, iBook, Power Macintosh G4 Cube, or PowerBook G4 Operating System Mac OS X (compatible with version 10.0.4, 10.1.3 192 MB minimum...

  • Page 20: Disconnecting The Camera

    • Do not format the SmartMedia from your camera on a Macintosh as this may make the card unusable for taking pictures. • Use only SmartMedia containing shots taken on a FUJIFILM digital camera. 2. Select “DSC” as the USB setting on the camera and then switch the camera off.

  • Page 21: Using Finepixviewer

    Disconnecting the Camera 1. Exit any applications that are using the camera (FinePixViewer, etc.). 2. Check that the camera and Macintosh are not communicating. 3. Drag the removable disk icon to the Trash. 4. Switch the camera off. 5. Unplug the special USB cable from the camera.
  • Page 22 4. Check that the files are downloaded from the camera to your computer and that a folder with the photography date is created. Open the folder as shown below. To open a folder, click on the plus “ ” symbol (Windows) or arrow “ ” (Macintosh) to the left of the folder.

  • Page 23: Printing

    Printing 1. Double-click a still-image thumbnail to open an image window. 2. Click the [Print] button. 3. Tick the checkboxes for the required print option settings. 4. Click the [Preview] button to check how the image will be printed. When you are happy with the image, click the Close button.

  • Page 24: Using The Finepixviewer Advanced Features

    Using the FinePixViewer Advanced Features The figure below gives a general overview of the procedure. 1 Launch FinePixViewer 2 Select a folder or thumbnail Select a folder Select a thumbnail 3 Operations • Double-clicking • Drag & drop • Clicking buttons •...

  • Page 25: Launching Finepixviewer

    Launching FinePixViewer Windows In the “Start” menu, click “Programs” / “FinePixViewer” / “FinePixViewer”. Macintosh Double-click “FinePixViewer” in the installation folder. I Changing the Automatic Launch Settings Windows 98/98 SE/Me/2000 Launch automatically Do not launch automatically You can use either of the methods below to prevent FinePixViewer launching automatically.

  • Page 26: Finepixviewer Components

    FinePixViewer Components Name Å Folder tree display area Shows the folders on the camera and computer. Shows reduced versions of the images in the selected ı Thumbnail display area folder.The reduced images are referred to as thumbnails. Shows a larger version of the image along with a range Ç...

  • Page 27: Selecting Folders

    Selecting Folders When you select a folder, the folder name is highlighted and the images in that folder are displayed in the thumbnail display area. Unselected Select / The images in this Windows Mac OS 8.6–9.2 If there are subfolders inside the To open or close a folder, click the folder, a plus or minus...

  • Page 28: Copying Images

    Copying Images You can use drag and drop to copy folders and images. Operation Å Drag and drop the folder or image in the folder tree display area while Copy holding down the [Ctrl] key (Windows) or [option] key (Macintosh). ı...

  • Page 29: Batch Format Conversion

    Has lower image quality and smaller file sizes. QuickTime movie (for E-mail) NOTE Only AVI (Motion JPEG) movies shot on a FUJIFILM camera can be converted and saved. I Way of Saving Specify the save destination for the converted files.

  • Page 30: Making A Finepix Cd Album

    Making a FinePix CD Album FinePix CD Album Maker is a tool that helps you to process images and record them on CD-R disks. This function is useful when you want to back up your images or show them to a friend who does not have FinePixViewer. Register Create Setup...
  • Page 31 6. When you have completed the settings, click the [Create] button. Specify the folder used for creating the CD writing data (up to 15 alphanumeric Å characters (including quotation marks)). ı Sets the title and comment for the created HTML file (web page data). Ç...

  • Page 32: Attaching Images To E-Mail Messages In Finepixviewer

    Attaching Images to E-mail Messages in FinePixViewer FinePixViewer provides a simple procedure for attaching images to an e-mail message. I Supported E-mail Software The e-mail software programs listed below can only be used if they are selected as your default e-mail software. Windows Outlook Express, Outlook 2000 or Outlook 2002 Mac OS 8.6–9.2...
  • Page 33 I Attaching Images 1. Launch FinePixViewer. In the “Start” menu, select “Programs” / “FinePixViewer” / “FinePixViewer”. 2. Click the folder containing the images you want to attach. 3. Click the thumbnails for the images to select them. ✽ Up to 10 images can be sent with one e-mail message. 4.

  • Page 34: Using The Finepix Internet Service

    Using the FinePix Internet Service NOTE Mac OS X users should refer to P.72. Using FinePixViewer also allows you to access the FinePix Internet Service via the Internet. ✽ A working Internet connection is required. ✽ A FinePix Internet Service fees do not include your Internet service provider (ISP) connection fees or any phone charges incurred in dialing your ISP’s access point.

  • Page 35: Using The Services

    4. When the browser starts up, proceed as directed by the on-screen instructions. 5. Enter the required information in the user registration page. 1 Enter the name of your choice (nickname, etc.). 2 Enter a password of your choice using letters and/or numbers. Then enter the password again for confirmation.

  • Page 36: Obtaining The Latest Version Of Finepixviewer

    Obtaining the Latest Version of FinePixViewer By registering as a FinePix Internet Service user, you can download the latest version of FinePixViewer and install it on your computer. When you update your software, your user ID and password for the FinePix Internet Service are deleted from your computer.

  • Page 37: Using The Finepix Internet Service (Mac Os X)

    Using the FinePix Internet Service (Mac OS X) If you use the FinePixViewer, you can also access the FinePix Internet Service via the Internet. When you register, you will be able to use the various services provided in the country where you are registered. •...

  • Page 38: Using The Services

    Using the Services Once user registration is completed, you can use the FinePix Internet services. I Selecting services 1. Click the menu button for the service you want to use. If you are not already connected to the Internet, the software automatically attempts to connect (for dial-up connections).
  • Page 39 I Hardware and software required for videoconferencing G A FUJIFILM camera equipped with the “PC Camera” function G A PC with an Internet connection ✩ 56kbps modem connection or better or an ISDN connection ✩ An established service contract with an Internet service provider (ISP) ✽...
  • Page 40 I Preparations for videoconferencing (to be followed by both parties) 1. Obtain the e-mail addresses of both parties. (These must be the e-mail addresses given during FinePix Internet Service user registration.) 2. Switch the camera on and select “PC CAM” as the USB setting.

  • Page 41: Using The Address Book

    2. A dialog box to confirm the save destination appears. When you select “Paste to address book” and click the [OK] button, the image in the address book is updated. ✽ If you accept a call, you can only select “Copy to Clipboard” during the call.

  • Page 42: Mastering Finepixviewer - Using Online Help

    Mastering FinePixViewer – Using Online Help – For more information on FinePixViewer functions not fully explained in this manual, refer to “How to Use FinePixViewer” in the Help menu. I To read “How to Use FinePixViewer”... You must install Adobe Systems’ Acrobat Reader. See P.25 (Windows) or P.34 (Macintosh) for information on installing Acrobat Reader.

  • Page 43: Making Your Own Movies

    Making Your Own Movies I Store the movie in an album To work with still images, video and sound, you first have to import them into the album window. 1. Launch VideoImpression. In the “Start” menu, click “Programs” / “ArcSoft Windows VideoImpression”...

  • Page 44: Capturing Live Images (Windows)

    Capturing Live Images (Windows) If your camera has a PC Camera function, you can download live images to your PC. 1. Connect the camera to your PC in “PC Camera” mode. NOTE • Always use the correct procedure when disconnecting the camera from your PC or switching the camera off.

  • Page 45: Capturing Live Images (Mac Os 8.6 To 9.2)

    Capturing Live Images (Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2) If your camera has a PC Camera function, you can download live images to your Macintosh. 1. Switch the camera on and select “PC CAM” as the USB setting. 2. Connect the camera to your Macintosh. NOTE •...

  • Page 46: Uninstalling The Software

    Uninstalling the Software Only perform this operation when you no longer require the installed software. Windows 1. Switch on your PC. 2. Disconnect the camera. 3. Quit all currently running applications. 4. Close all files. 5. Open the “My Computer” window and double-click “Add/Remove Programs”...

  • Page 47: Uninstalling Mass Storage Driver And Pc Camera Driver

    Macintosh NOTE Only perform this operation when you no longer require the installed software or when the software was not installed correctly. Mac OS 8.6–9.2 Uninstalling Mass Storage Driver and PC Camera Driver 1. Check that the camera is not connected to your Macintosh. 2.

  • Page 48: Troubleshooting (Windows)

    Troubleshooting (Windows) If the software does not operate correctly but the problem does not match any of those listed below, check that you are using the correct hardware and software ( / P.12). If the problem persists even though you are using the correct hardware and software, refer to the table below and then see the reference page listed for your problem.
  • Page 49 I My PC doesn’t recognize the camera (I can’t use the camera from my PC). Possible cause Is the camera switched on? Switch the camera on. See “Connection” in the camera’s Owner’s Manual for details. Is the special USB cable connected to Check that one end of the special USB the camera and to the computer? cable is connected to the camera and the...

  • Page 50: Troubleshooting Videoconferencing Problems

    Troubleshooting Videoconferencing Problems I The PictureHello (videoconferencing) window does not open. Possible cause Is FinePixViewer installed? Install FinePixViewer and NetMeeting 3.01 from the enclosed CD-ROM ( / P.11). In the “Start” menu, select “Programs” / Is FinePixViewer running? “FinePixViewer” and click “FinePixViewer”. Is the camera switched on? Switch the camera on.

  • Page 51: Troubleshooting Other Problems

    I I can make calls but I cannot use videoconferencing. Possible cause Is the other party able to make or Open the address book and click the accept calls? [Update Status] button. If the other party cannot accept calls, try again later ( / P.81).

  • Page 52: Troubleshooting (Macintosh)

    I I can’t log in to the “FinePix Internet Service”. Possible cause Are you able to connect to the Check your PC hardware and software Internet? setup. Is the FinePix Internet Service Log in after the maintenance is undergoing maintenance? completed.

  • Page 53: Troubleshooting Internet Problems

    I When I connected the USB cable, Mac OS displayed the “Initialize disk?” message. Possible cause Is the SmartMedia formatted? Disconnect the USB cable from the camera, insert the SmartMedia into the camera and format the SmartMedia. For more information , refer to the Owner’s Manual for your camera.

  • Page 54: Troubleshooting Other Problems

    Troubleshooting Other Problems I The “The tool could not be executed” message appears. Mac OS 8.6–9.2 Possible cause 1 Quit any other applications that are Do you have enough system memory installed? running. 2 Open the [Control Panels] / [Memory] and increase the amount of virtual memory allocated.
  • Page 55 For inquiries regarding VideoImpression™ Technical Support Information The following is a list of ArcSoft regional offices around the world. If you have any questions regarding our products, or need technical support, please contact the office that is closest to you. [Area] North America and others 46601 Fremont Blvd.

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