Minolta DiMAGE S414 Instruction Manual

Minolta DiMAGE S414 Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
  • Page 2 Check the packing list before using this product. If any items are missing, immediately contact your camera dealer. Minolta DiMAGE S414 digital camera AA alkaline batteries (set of four) Neck strap NS-DG304...
  • Page 3 immediately if an object is swallowed. • Store this product out of reach of children. Be careful when around children not to harm them with the product or parts. • Do not fire the flash directly into the eyes. It may damage eyesight. •...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS The basic operation of this camera is covered between pages 15 and 42. This section of the manual covers the camera parts, preparation of the camera for use, and the basic camera operation for recording, viewing, and deleting images. The basic and advanced auto-recording mode sections cover all the basic functions of the camera in this mode and in the multi-function recording mode.
  • Page 5 Automatic white balance...60 Preset white balance ...60 Custom white balance ...61 Camera sensitivity - ISO...62 Flash range and camera sensitivity...62 Full-time AF ...63 Metering modes...63 Exposure bracketing increment ...64 Color mode ...64 Image control - sharpness, contrast, & filter...65 A short guide to photography ...66 Movie recording...68 Notes on movie recording ...69 Recording movies with the IR Remote Control RC-3 (sold separately)...69...
  • Page 6 CAMERA BODY * This camera is a sophisticated optical instrument. Care should be taken to keep these surfaces clean. Please read the care and storage instructions in the back of this manual (p. 107). Mode dial (main switch) Shutter-release button Digital-subject-program button (p.
  • Page 7 VIEWFINDER Focus lamp (green) Flash lamp (orange) Focus frame Because the optical viewfinder and the lens are slightly separated, the image seen through one is not exactly the same as the other; this is called parallax. Parallax can cause errors in framing at close distances and is more pronounced at longer focal lengths.
  • Page 8 LCD MONITOR DISPLAY a. Voice memo indicator (p. 46) o. Manual-focus indicator (p. 59) b. Mode indicator (p. 12) p. Focus signal (p. 27) c. Flash-mode indicator (p. 30) q. Frame counter (p. 13) d. Sharpness display (p. 65) r. Drive-mode indicator (p. 32) e.
  • Page 9: Auto Power Save

    CHANGING BATTERIES This digital camera uses four AA-size alkaline or Ni-MH batteries. Ni-MH batteries are recommended because of longer life. When using Ni-MH batteries, fully recharge them with a battery charger suitable for complex electronic equipment. Please consult your vendor about an appropriate charger. When replacing batteries, the mode dial should be in the off position.
  • Page 10 EXTERNAL POWER SUPPLIES (SOLD SEPARATELY) The AC Adapter allows the camera to be powered from an electrical household outlet. The AC Adapter is recommended when the camera is interfaced with a computer or during periods of heavy use. AC Adapter model AC-1L is for use in North America, Japan, and Taiwan;...
  • Page 11 SETTING THE DATE AND TIME After initially inserting a memory card and batteries, the camera’s clock and calendar must be set. When images are recorded, the image data is saved with the date and time of recording. Depending on the region, the menu language may also have to be set. To change the language, see the camera notes on the following page.
  • Page 12: Exposure Mode Program

    AUTO-RECORDING MODE BASIC OPERATION This section covers the basic operation of this camera. Thoroughly familiarize yourself with the operations in this section before moving on to the other sections in the manual. The sophisticated technology employed in the auto-recording mode frees the photographer from complicated camera settings to be able to simply concentrate on the subject and composition.
  • Page 13: Basic Recording Operation

    HANDLING THE CAMERA While using the viewfinder or LCD monitor, grip the camera firmly with your right hand while supporting the body with your left hand. Keep your elbows at your side and your feet shoulder-width apart to hold the camera steadily. When taking vertical pictures, hold the camera so that the flash is above the lens with the grip to the bottom.
  • Page 14: Focus Lock

    FOCUS LOCK The focus-lock function is used when the subject is off-center and outside the focus frame. Focus lock may also be used when a special focusing situation prevents the camera from focusing on the subject. This function is controlled with the shutter-release button.
  • Page 15: Digital-Subject-Program Button

    DIGITAL-SUBJECT-PROGRAM BUTTON The digital-subject-program button (1) optimizes the camera’s exposure, white-balance, and image- processing systems for various conditions and subjects. Pressing the subject-program button cycles through the modes: macro, portrait, landscape, night portrait, text, macro & text, and the original exposure mode. A pointer will indicate the active subject program.
  • Page 16: Flash Range - Auto-Recording Mode

    FLASH MODES To set the flash mode, simply press the flash mode button (1) on the back of the camera until the desired mode is displayed. Autoflash - the flash fires automatically in low-light and backlit conditions. Fill-flash - the flash fires with each exposure regardless of the amount of ambient light.
  • Page 17: Drive Modes

    DRIVE MODES The drive modes control the rate and method images are captured. Icons indicating the selected drive mode appear on the data panel and LCD monitor. To change the drive mode, simply press the drive-mode button (1) on the back of the camera until the desired mode is displayed.
  • Page 18: Remote Control (Sold Separately)

    REMOTE CONTROL (SOLD SEPARATELY) The IR Remote Control RC-3 allows remote camera operation up to 5m (16 ft.) away. The remote control unit can be used in movie recording (p. 68). Place the camera on a tripod, and set the drive mode to self-timer / remote control (p.
  • Page 19: Bracketing

    BRACKETING This drive mode makes a three-image bracket of a scene. Bracketing is a method of taking a series of images of a static subject in which each image has a slight variation in exposure. The bracketing mode is set with the drive-mode button (p. 32). Brackets cannot be made with TIFF images (p.
  • Page 20: Playback - Basic Operation

    PLAYBACK - BASIC OPERATION Images can be viewed in the Quick View or playback modes. This section covers the basic operations in both modes. The playback mode has additional functions, see page To view images from the playback mode, turn the mode dial to the playback position.
  • Page 21: Display Button - Playback

    DISPLAY BUTTON - PLAYBACK The display button controls the display format. Each time the button is pressed, the display cycles through to the next format: full display, image only, index playback. Full display Index playback In index playback, the left/right keys of the controller will move the yellow border to the next or the previous image.
  • Page 22: Auto-Recording Mode - Advanced Operation

    AUTO-RECORDING MODE - NAVIGATING THE AUTO-RECORDING MODE MENU In auto-recording mode, press the menu button (1) to activate the menu. The menu button also turns off the menu after settings are made. The four-way keys of the controller (2) are used to move the cursor in the menu. Pressing the center of the controller will enter a setting.
  • Page 23: Image Size And Image Quality

    IMAGE SIZE AND IMAGE QUALITY Changing image size affects the Data panel number of pixels in each image. The greater the image size, the larger the file size. Choose image size based on the final use of the image - smaller images will be more suitable for web sites whereas larger sizes will produce higher quality prints.
  • Page 24: Voice Memo

    VOICE MEMO Voice memo allows a five or fifteen second audio track to be recorded with a still image. The function is activated and the length of the recording time is set on the auto-recording mode menu (p. 42). In multi-function recording mode, voice memo is controlled in the custom 2 section of the multi-function recording menu (p.
  • Page 25: Digital Zoom

    DIGITAL ZOOM Assisting the optical zoom is a 2.2X digital zoom. The effect of the digital zoom doubles the power of the telephoto position of the optical zoom giving the equivalent of a 308mm lens on a 35mm camera. The effect is visible on the LCD monitor only. The digital-zoom is canceled if the LCD monitor is turned off (p.
  • Page 26: Exposure Compensation

    EXPOSURE COMPENSATION The camera exposure can be adjusted to make the final picture lighter or darker by as much as ±2Ev in 1/3 increments. In auto-recording mode, exposure compensation is reset when the mode dial is moved to another position. The exposure-compensation value will remain in effect until it has been reset in the multi-function recording mode.
  • Page 27: Multi-Function Recording Mode

    MULTI-FUNCTION RECORDING MODE Except for digital subject programs, the basic operation of the camera in multi-function recording mode is identical to the auto-recording mode. Thoroughly familiarize yourself with the previous sections before moving on. The multi-function recording mode allows greater flexibility over image making. This recording mode gives more control over autofocus and composition.
  • Page 28: Navigating The Multi-Function Recording Mode Menu

    NAVIGATING THE MULTI-FUNCTION RECORDING MODE MENU In multi-function recording mode, press the menu button (1) to activate the menu. The menu button also turns off the menu after making settings. The four-way keys of the controller (2) are used to move the cursor in the menu. Pressing the center of the controller will enter a setting.
  • Page 29: Aperture Priority - A

    EXPOSURE MODES The three exposure modes allow extensive control over image making: program, aperture priority, and manual exposure. Exposure modes are set in the basic section of the multi-function recording mode menu (p. 54). Program The program exposure mode controls both the shutter speed and aperture to ensure perfect exposures.
  • Page 30: Focus Modes

    BULB EXPOSURES Bulb photographs can be taken in the manual-exposure mode (M) (p. 57). Exposures up to fifteen seconds can be made by pressing and holding the shutter-release button. The use of a tripod is recommended. The camera’s exposure system cannot be used to calculate bulb exposures;...
  • Page 31: White Balance

    WHITE BALANCE White balance is the camera’s ability to make different types of lighting appear neutral. The effect is similar to selecting daylight or tungsten film, or using color compensating filters in conventional photography. An indicator is displayed on the monitor if a setting other than auto white-balance is chosen.
  • Page 32: Camera Sensitivity - Iso

    CAMERA SENSITIVITY - ISO Five camera sensitivity settings can be selected: Auto, 64, 100, 200, and 400; the numerical values are based on an ISO equivalent. ISO is the standard used to indicate film sensitivity: the higher the number, the more sensitive the film. Camera sensitivity is set in the basic section of the multi-function recording mode menu (p.
  • Page 33: Sharpness Normal

    EXPOSURE BRACKETING INCREMENT In multi-function recording mode, three bracketing steps can be selected: 0.3 Ev, 0.5 Ev, 1.0 Ev. The larger the number, the greater the difference in exposure between the images in the bracketed series. For information on the bracketing drive mode, see page 36. The bracketing increment can be changed in the custom 1 section of the multi-function recording mode menu (p.
  • Page 34: A Short Guide To Photography

    A SHORT GUIDE TO PHOTOGRAPHY Photography can be a rewarding pursuit. It is a broad and disciplined field that can take years to master. But the pleasure in making photographs and the joy of capturing a magical moment cannot be compared. This guide is an introduction to some basic photographic principles.
  • Page 35: Movie Recording

    MOVIE RECORDING This camera can record up to sixty seconds of digital video with sound. The motion JPEG image is 320 X 240 pixels (QVGA). The effective image area is 284 X 211 pixels; two thin lines will appear to the left and right of the image when played back. Under certain conditions less than sixty seconds of digital video may be recorded.
  • Page 36: Playing Back Voice Memos

    PLAYBACK MODE - ADVANCED OPERATION The basic functions in this mode are described in the basic playback section on pages 38 through 41. This section covers how to play back movie clips and voice memos as well as the advanced functions on the playback menu. PLAYING BACK VOICE MEMOS Voice memos (p.
  • Page 37: Index Playback Format

    NAVIGATING THE PLAYBACK-MODE MENU In playback mode, press the menu button (1) to activate the menu. The menu button also turns off the menu after making settings. The four-way keys of the controller (2) are used to move the cursor in the menu. Pressing the center of the controller will enter a setting. Activate the playback-mode menu with the menu button.
  • Page 38: Viewing Images On A Television

    FRAME-SELECTION SCREEN When a marked-frames setting is chosen on a menu, the frame selection screen will appear. This screen allows multiple images to be chosen. An indicator in the bottom left corner shows if the image is a movie clip or has a voice memo. The index format of the screen can be changed in the basic section of the playback-mode menu (p.
  • Page 39: Deleting Files

    DELETING FILES Deleting permanently erases the file. Once deleted, a file cannot be recovered. Care should be taken when deleting images. Single, multiple, or all files in a folder can be deleted with the playback-mode menu. Before an image file is deleted, a confirmation screen will appear; choosing “Yes” will execute the operation, “No”...
  • Page 40: Frames

    SLIDE SHOW The custom 1 section of the playback-mode menu controls the slide-show function. This function automatically displays all still images in a folder in order. Press the controller to pause and restart the presentation. To cancel the presentation, press the down key of the controller.
  • Page 41: About Dpof

    ABOUT DPOF This camera is supported by DPOF™ version 1.1. The DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) allows direct printing of still images from digital cameras. After the DPOF file is created, the CompactFlash card is simply taken to a photofinishing service or inserted into the CompactFlash-card slot of DPOF compatible printers.
  • Page 42: Copying Images

    COPYING IMAGES Image files can be copied from one CompactFlash card to another. Up to 23MB of data can be transferred. Every time the copy function is used, a new folder is automatically created for the images (p. 98). Images with voice memos are copied with their audio files. Copies of locked images are unlocked (p.
  • Page 43: Lcd Monitor Brightness

    SETUP MODE NAVIGATING THE SETUP MENU To access the menu, simply turn the mode dial to the setup position. The four-way keys of the controller (1) are used to move the cursor in the menu. Pressing the controller will enter a setting. When the menu activates, the basic tab at the top of the menu will be highlighted.
  • Page 44: Lcd Monitor Brightness

    LCD MONITOR BRIGHTNESS The brightness of the LCD monitor can be set in five levels from 1 (low) to 5 (high). When this option is selected, the live image is displayed behind the menu. As each setting is highlighted, the monitor will adjust accordingly; the controller must be pressed to set the highlighted level.
  • Page 45: File Number (#) Memory

    The next three letters refer to Minolta, and the last two numbers indicate the camera used; 24 indicates a DiMAGE S414. A date folder name also starts with the three digit serial number and is followed by one register for the year, two register for the month, and two registers for the day: 101YMMDD.
  • Page 46: Resetting The Camera

    RESETTING THE CAMERA This function affects all modes. When selected, a confirmation screen will appear; choosing “Yes” resets the following functions and settings, “No” cancels the operation. Default Setting Exposure mode Program Focus mode Autofocus Focus area Wide focus area Digital zoom Drive mode Single-frame advance...
  • Page 47: Data-Transfer Mode

    Windows 98 driver software must repeat the installation procedure. The updated version of the driver software included on the supplied DiMAGE Viewer CD-ROM is required for the operation of the DiMAGE S414 with a computer. The new software will have no affect on the performance of older DiMAGE cameras.
  • Page 48: Connecting To Windows 98 And 98 Second Edition

    When the camera is properly connected to the computer, a drive icon, or volume, will appear. When using Windows XP or Mac OS X, a window will open requesting instructions on what to do with the image data; follow the directions in the window. If the computer does not recognize the camera, disconnect the camera and restart the computer.
  • Page 49: Manual Installation

    Manual Installation To install the Windows 98 driver manually, follow the instructions in the connecting-the- camera-to-a-computer section on page 93. When the camera is plugged into the computer, the operating system will detect the new device and the add-new-hardware- wizard window will open. Place the DiMAGE software CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive.
  • Page 50: Compactflash Card Folder Organization

    COMPACTFLASH CARD FOLDER ORGANIZATION Once the camera is connected to the computer, image and audio files can be accessed by double clicking on icons. Image folders are located in the DCIM folder. To copying images and audio recordings, simply drag and drop the file icon into a location in the Drive Icon computer.
  • Page 51: Disconnecting The Camera From The Computer

    DISCONNECTING THE CAMERA FROM THE COMPUTER Never disconnect the camera when the access lamp is red - the data or memory card may permanently be damaged. Windows 98 / 98 Second Edition Confirm that the access lamp is not lit. Turn off the camera and then disconnect the USB cable.
  • Page 52: Windows 98 And 98 Second Edition

    CHANGING THE COMPACTFLASH CARD - DATA-TRANSFER MODE Never remove a memory card when the access lamp is red - the data or memory card may permanently be damaged. Windows 98 and 98 Second Edition 1. Turn off the camera. 2. Change the CompactFlash card. 3.
  • Page 53: About Ni-Mh Batteries

    Problem Symptom Cause CompactFlash card is full “000” is dis- and unable to store an played on the image at the image-quali- frame counter. ty or image-size setting Shutter will on the camera. not release. No-card warn- No CompactFlash card in ing appears on the camera.
  • Page 54: Removing The Driver Software - Windows

    REMOVING THE DRIVER SOFTWARE - WINDOWS 1.Insert a memory card in the camera and connect it to the computer with the USB cable. Other devices must not be connected to the computer during this procedure. 2.Right click on the My-computer icon. Select “properties” from the drop-down menu. Windows XP: from the start menu go to the control panel.
  • Page 55 LCD MONITOR CARE • Although the LCD monitor is manufactured using high precision technology, there may occasionally be a lack of color or bright points on the LCD monitor. • Do not apply pressure to the surface of the LCD monitor; it may be permanently damaged.
  • Page 56: Technical Specifications

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Number of effective pixels: 4.0 million CCD: 1/1.8-type interline primary-color CCD with a total of 4.1 million pixels. Camera sensitivity (ISO): Auto and 64, 100, 200, and 400 ISO equivalents. Aspect ratio: Lens construction: 11 elements in 9 groups including one AD glass and two double-sided aspheric elements.
  • Page 57 Minolta Co., Ltd. 3-13, 2-Chome, Azuchi-Machi, Chuo-Ku, Osaka 541-8556, Japan Minolta Corporation 101 Williams Drive, Ramsey, New Jersey 07446, U.S.A. Minolta Canada Inc. 369 Britannia Road East, Mississauga, Ontario L4Z 2H5, Canada Minolta Europe GmbH Minoltaring 11, D-30855 Langenhagen, Germany Reparatur/Repair Senator-Helmken-Strasse 1, D-28197 Bremen, Germany Minolta France S.A.S.
  • Page 58 Recomendamos usar las pilas de Ni-MH en lugar de las pilas alcalinas en las cámaras digitales. El rendimiento de grabado de la cámara DiMAGE S414 con pilas Ni-MH de 1.850 mAh es de aproximadamente 160 fotogramas, cuando esté utilizando la cámara con el monitor LDC encendido y de aproximadamente 300 fotogramas cuando esté...
  • Page 59 AVVERTENZE SULLE PRESTAZIONI DELLE BATTERIE Con fotocamere digitali è consigliato l'uso di batterie Ni-MH. L'uso di batterie Ni-MH a 1,850mAh, con la fotocamera DiMAGE S414, rende possibile la registrazione di circa 300 fotogrammi senza uso dello schermo LCD. I dati indicati sono calcolati secondo i metodi di controllo standard Minolta che prevedono: immagini a risoluzione intera (2272 X 1704), qualità...

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