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Casio QV-R40 Getting Ready

Casio qv-r40: user guide
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GETTING READY

GETTING READY
This section contains information about things you need to
know about and do before trying to use the camera.

About This Manual

This section contains information about the conventions
used in this manual.
I Terminology
The following table defines the terminology used in this
manual.
This term as used in this
manual:
"this camera" or "the
camera"
"file memory"
"batteries"
"charger unit"
Means this:
The CASIO QV-R40 Digital
Camera
The location where the
camera is currently storing
images you record (page 51)
The Rechargeable nickel-
metal hydride batteries
The CASIO BC-5H 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 (" ").
I File Memory
The term "file memory" in this manual is a general term that
refers to the location where your camera is currently storing
the images you record. File memory can be any one of the
following three locations.
• The camera's built-in Flash memory
• An SD memory card loaded in the camera
• A MultiMediaCard loaded in the camera
For more information about how the camera stores images,
see page 129.
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  • Page 1: Getting Ready

    The following table defines the terminology used in this manual. This term as used in this Means this: manual: “this camera” or “the The CASIO QV-R40 Digital camera” Camera “file memory” The location where the camera is currently storing images you record (page 51) “batteries”...

  • Page 2: General Guide

    GETTING READY General Guide The following illustrations show the names of each component, button, and switch on the camera. I Front Shutter release button Power button Flash Terminal cover Self-timer lamp Lens [USB] port I Back 8 9 0 Viewfinder Operation lamp ] (PLAY mode) ] (REC mode)
  • Page 3 GETTING READY I Bottom Battery compartment cover Tripod screw hole * Use this hole when attaching to a tripod. Memory card slot Battery compartment...

  • Page 4: 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 • If the camera detects that flash is required while auto REC modes flash is selected, the flash on...
  • Page 5 GETTING READY Digital zoom indicator Shutter speed value • An out of range aperture or shutter speed causes the corresponding monitor screen value to turn amber. Aperture value ISO sensitivity Zoom indicator • Left side indicates optical zoom. • Right side indicates digital zoom.

  • Page 6: 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 7: 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 28) (page 82) * You cannot turn off the monitor screen in the following modes: PLAY mode, Best Shot mode, Movie mode.

  • Page 8: Attaching The Strap

    GETTING READY Attaching the Strap Attach the strap to the strap ring 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 9: Charging Batteries

    GETTING READY I Household Current • AC Adaptor: AD-C30 Charging Batteries You can use the steps below to charge the rechargeable nickel-metal hydride batteries (HR-3UA) using the charger unit (BC-5H) that comes with the camera. Never try to use the charger unit to charge any other type of batteries besides the specified rechargeable nickel-metal hydride batteries (HR-3UA).
  • Page 10 GETTING READY Plug the charger unit into a household power outlet. • This will cause the [CHARGE] lamp to light. • Charging will take about four hours. • Note that the shape of the charger unit depends on the area where you purchased the camera. AC power cord NOTE •...
  • Page 11 GETTING READY NOTE • The charger unit is designed for operation on power ranging from 100V AC to 240V AC. Note, however, that the shape of the power plug varies according to country or geographic area. When traveling abroad, it is up to you to find out if the shape of the charger unit power plug is compatible with local power outlets and to purchase any required adapters.

  • Page 12: Battery Precautions

    GETTING READY • Charging the camera’s batteries may cause interference with TV and radio reception. If this happens, plug the charger into an outlet that is further away from the TV or radio. • Dirty charger contacts and/or battery terminals can make proper charging impossible.

  • Page 13: To Load Batteries

    GETTING READY I Optional Batteries Use of SANYO Electric Co., Ltd. Rechargeable nickel- metal hydride batteries (HR-3UA) is recommended for this camera. Proper operation cannot be guaranteed when other brands of rechargeable batteries are used. IMPORTANT! • Never mix two batteries of different brands, ages, or charge levels.

  • Page 14: To Remove The Batteries From The Camera

    GETTING READY IMPORTANT! • Use only the included rechargeable nickel-metal hydride batteries or the specified type of AA-size batteries. To remove the batteries from the camera Slide the battery compartment cover on the bottom of the camera in the direction indicated by the arrow and then swing it open.
  • Page 15 GETTING READY I Battery Life Guidelines The battery life guideline values given below indicate the approximate amount of time at a standard temperature of 23°C (73°F) until power automatically turns off due to battery failure. They do not guarantee that the batteries will provide the amount of service indicated.
  • Page 16 GETTING READY I Tips to Make the Batteries Last Longer • If you do not need the flash while recording, select (flash off) for the flash mode (page 58). • Enable the Auto Power Off and the Sleep features (page 44) to protect against wasting battery power when you forget to turn off the camera.

  • Page 17: Using Ac Power

    GETTING READY I Battery Handling Precautions Misuse of batteries can cause them to leak or explode, which damages and corrodes the area around the batteries and creates the danger of fire and personal injury. Make sure you observe the following precautions when using batteries.
  • Page 18 GETTING READY Open the camera’s terminal cover and connect the AC adaptor to the port marked [DC IN 3V]. Plug the AC power cord into an electrical outlet. NOTE • The AC adaptor can be used with any power source rated from 100V to 240V AC.

  • Page 19: Turning The Camera On And Off

    GETTING READY Turning the Camera On and Off I To turn on the camera Press the power button, [ ] (REC) button, or [ button. This will cause the green operation lamp to light momentarily, and then power will turn on. The mode the camera enters depends on which button you pressed to turn it on.

  • Page 20: Configuring Power Saving Settings

    GETTING READY Configuring Power Saving Settings You can configure the settings described below to conserve battery power. Sleep : Automatically turns off the monitor screen if no operation is performed for a specified amount of time in the REC mode. Performing any button operation causes the monitor screen to turn back on.

  • Page 21: 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 22 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 [ ].

  • Page 23: 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 24: To Configure 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 batteries go dead while the camera is not being supplied power by the AC adaptor. The clock setting screen will appear automatically the next time you turn on power after the settings are cleared.
  • Page 25 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 26 GETTING READY Press [SET] to register the settings and exit the setting screen.

  • Page 27: Basic Image Recording

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING BASIC IMAGE RECORDING This section describes the basic procedure for recording an image. Recording an Image 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 28 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Press the shutter release button half way to focus the image. • When you press the shutter release button half way, the camera’s Auto Focus feature automatically focuses the image, and displays the shutter speed and aperture values. •...

  • Page 29: Recording Precautions

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING After making sure that the image is focused properly, press the shutter release button the rest of the way down to record. • The number of images that can be stored in memory depends on the resolution setting you are using (page 172).

  • Page 30: About Auto Focus

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING About Auto Focus • Auto Focus tends not to work well if the camera is moved during recording, or when recording the types of subjects listed below. — Solid color walls or objects with little contrast — Strongly backlit objects —...

  • Page 31: Using The Optical Viewfinder

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Using the Optical Viewfinder You can conserve battery power by turning off the camera’s monitor screen (page 31) and using the optical viewfinder to compose images. Short distance Viewfinder frame to subject IMPORTANT! • The frame that is visible inside of the viewfinder indicates the image recorded at a distance of about one meter (3.3´).

  • Page 32: Digital Zoom

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Zoom out Compose the image, and then press the shutter release button. NOTES • The optical zoom factor also affects the lens aperture. • Use of a tripod is recommended to protect against hand movement when using the telephoto setting (zoom in).
  • Page 33 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Slide the zoom controller towards (Telephoto)/ change the zoom factor. • When zoom reaches maximum optical zoom, it stops momentarily. Keep the zoom controller pressed to the (Telephoto)/ side and zoom will switch over to digital zoom. •...

  • Page 34: Using The Flash

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Using the Flash Perform the following steps to select the flash mode you want to use. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Press [ ] ( ) to select the flash mode. • Each press of [ ] ( cycles through the flash mode settings shown below on the monitor screen.

  • Page 35: Flash Unit Status

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING I About Red-eye Reduction Using the flash to record at night or in a dimly lit room can cause red spots inside the eyes of people who are in the image. This is caused when the light from the flash reflects off of the retina of the eye.

  • Page 36: Changing The Flash Intensity Setting

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Changing the Flash Intensity Setting Perform the following steps to change the flash intensity setting. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the “REC” tab. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Flash Intensity”, and then press [ ].

  • Page 37: Using The Self-Timer

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING • White balance is fixed while the flash is being used, so sunlight, fluorescent lighting, or other sources of illumination in the immediate area may affect the coloring of the recorded image. 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.
  • Page 38 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING To do this: Specify a 10-second self-timer Specify a 2-second self-timer Specify Triple Self-timer Disable the self-timer • With the Triple Self-timer, the camera records a series of three images in the sequence described below. 1. The camera performs a 10-second countdown and then records the first image.

  • Page 39: Specifying Image Size And Quality

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING Specifying Image Size and Quality You can specify the image size and image quality to suit the type of image you are recording. To specify the image size In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the “REC” tab. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Size”, and then press [ ].

  • Page 40: To Specify Image Quality

    BASIC IMAGE RECORDING To specify image quality In the REC mode, press [MENU]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the “REC” tab. Use [ ] and [ ] to select “Quality”, and then press [ ]. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET].

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